Panasonic of North America 9TGCF-732 PCS1900 Module build-in Notebook User Manual

Panasonic Corporation of North America PCS1900 Module build-in Notebook

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User Manual

1This manual contains supplementary instructions regarding the use of the computer. It ex-plains the cases where the operation of the computer differs from that in the OperatingInstructions.Your computer is equipped with GSM/GPRS enabling you to communicate using radiofrequencies.ContentsPrecautions .................................................................. 2Names and Functions of Parts ................................... 5Installing/Removing a SIM Card ................................. 7Installing the Software................................................. 8Appendix .................................................................... 13Specifications ............................................................ 14Supplementary Instructionsfor GSM/GPRS®NOTE:NOTE provides a useful fact or helpful information.CAUTION:CAUTION indicates a condition that may result in minor or moder-ate injury.Windows 2000 : Information for Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional users.Windows XP : Information for Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional users.[Start] - [Run]: This illustration means to click [Start], then to click [Run].(For some applications, you may need to double-click.)About the abbreviations in this manual, refer to the table on page 13.Windows 2000 screens are used in this manual when no specific OS notes are re-quired.Illustrations and Terminology in this Manual
2The following safety precautions must be observed during all phases of the operation, us-age, service or repair of any Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/GPRS modem. Manufacturers of the cellular terminal are advised to convey the followingsafety information to users and operating personnel and to incorporate these guidelines intoall manuals supplied with the product. Failure to comply with these precautions violatessafety standards of design, manufacture and intended use of the product. Panasonic as-sumes no liability for customer failure to comply with these precautions.When in a hospital or other health care facility, observe the restrictions on the useof mobiles. Switch Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/GPRS modem off, if instructed to do so by the guidelines posted in sensitiveareas. Medical equipment may be sensitive to RF energy.The operation of cardiac pacemakers, other implanted medical equipment andhearing aids can be affected by interference from Personal Computer or HandheldComputer incorporating GSM/GPRS modem placed close to the device. If indoubt about potential danger, contact the physician or the manufacturer of thedevice to verify that the equipment is properly shielded. Pacemaker patients areadvised to keep their Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporatingGSM/GPRS modem away from the pacemaker, while it is on.Switch off Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/GPRSmodem before boarding an aircraft. Make sure it cannot be switched on inadvertently.The operation of wireless appliances in an aircraft is forbidden to prevent interferencewith communications systems. Failure to observe these instructions may lead to thesuspension or denial of cellular services to the offender, legal action, or both.Do not operate Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/GPRS modem in the presence of flammable gases or fumes. Switch off the cellu-lar terminal when you are near petrol stations, fuel depots, chemical plants orwhere blasting operations are in progress. Operation of any electrical equipmentin potentially explosive atmospheres can constitute a safety hazard.Your Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/GPRS mo-dem receives and transmits radio frequency energy while switched on. Rememberthat interference can occur if it is used close to TV sets, radios, computers or inad-equately shielded equipment. Follow any special regulations and always switch offPersonal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/GPRS modem wher-ever forbidden, or when you suspect that it may cause interference or danger.Road safety comes first! Do not use a Personal Computer or Handheld Computerincorporating GSM/GPRS modem while driving a vehicle. Do not place the com-puter with GSM/GPRS modem in an area where it could cause personal injury to thedriver or passengers. It is recommended to stow the unit in the boot or secure stowagearea while driving.Safety PrecautionsPrecautions
3Do not place the computer with GSM/GPRS modem in an area over an air bag or in thevicinity where an air bag may deploy.Air bags inflate with great force and if the computer with GSM/GPRS modem isplaced in the air bag deployment area may be propelled with great force and causeserious injury to occupants of the vehicle.IMPORTANT!Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/GPRS modemoperate using radio signals and cellular networks cannot be guaranteed to con-nect in all conditions. Therefore, you should never rely solely upon any wirelessdevice for essential communications, for example emergency calls.Remember, in order to make or receive calls, Personal Computer or HandheldComputer incorporating GSM/GPRS modem must be switched on and in a ser-vice area with adequate cellular signal strength.Some networks do not allow for emergency calls if certain network services orphone features are in use (e.g. lock functions, fixed dialing etc.). You may need todeactivate those features before you can make an emergency call.Some networks require that a valid SIM card be properly inserted in PersonalComputer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/GPRS modem.Declaration of Conformity (DoC) “Hereby, we and Panasonic Testing Centre (Europe) GmbH (PTC), declaresthat this Personal Computer is in compliance with the essential requirementsand other relevant provisions of the Directive 1999/5/EC.Hint:If you want to get a copy of the original DoC of our products which relates to the R&TTE, pleasecontact to our web address: http://doc.panasonic-tc.deCompliance Notice - CE MarkThis equipment is in conformance with the requirements of the European Council Directive listedbelow:73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive with amendment 93/68/EEC89/336/EEC EMC Directive with amendments 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EECThis Notice is based upon compliance of the product to the following standards:EN60950EN55022EN61000-3-2EN61000-3-3EN550243GPP TS51.010-1: v4.9.0EN 301 511: v7.0.1EN 301 489 -1, -7EN50385Interface CableUse of an interface cable longer than 3 m (9.84 feet) is not recommended.For Europe
4For U.S.A.Radio frequency exposure informationIn August 1996, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. adopted anupdated safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energyemitted by FCC regulated transmitters. The design of this device complies with the FCCguidelines and those standards.To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines, ensure the antenna is at least 1.5cm from your body when transmitting. Use of non-approved accessories may violate FCCRF exposure guidelines.Precautions
5Names and Functions of PartsSIM Card Slot( page 7)Except the followings, refer to the Operating Instructions.Antenna(Appearance may differ depending on specifications.)LED Indicators( page 6)
6LED DescriptionGSM/GPRS SwitchThe GSM/GPRS modem powers up independently from the computerregardless of the computer power status and will remain on when thecomputer’s power is off. This function depends on the setting of theSetup Utility.Power On Indication - Green:A green LED will be used to signal when the GSM/GPRS modem hasbeen powered on.Ring Indication - Amber:The LED will flash when the GSM/GPRS modem has received a ring.Status Indication - Green:The LED will light while communicating.ModeOff600 ms On/600 ms Off75 ms On/3 s Off75 ms On/75 ms Off/75 ms On/3 s OffFlashingOnFunctionGSM/GPRS modem is off or running in SLEEP orAlarm.No SIM card inserted or no PIN entered, or networksearch in progress, or ongoing user authentication,or network login in progress.Logged to network (monitoring control channelsand user interactions). No call in progress.One or more GPRS contexts activated.Indicates GPRS data transfer: When a GPRStransfer is in progress, the LED goes on within 1second after data packets were exchanged. Flashduration is approximately 0.5 s.Depending on type of call:Voice call: Connected to remote party.Data call: Connected to remote party or exchange ofparameters while setting up or disconnecting a call.Names and Functions of Parts
71Power off your computer and GSM/GPRS modem2Installing a SIM cardSet the SIM card into the socket.Turn the socket over.Insert the socket to the SIM card slot.Removing a SIM cardPress the button.Remove the socket.Remove the SIM card from the socket.CAUTIONDo not insert the SIM card upside down.Installing/Removing a SIM CardBefore using GSM/GPRS, set a SIM card to the SIM card slot.CAUTIONDo not install/remove the SIM card when the GSM/GPRS modem’s power is on.SIM CardSocket
8Installing the Software1Turn on or restart the computer.Press F2 while [Panasonic] screen is displayed soon afterthe computer begins the startup procedure.If [Enter Password] is displayed, enter your password.2Select the [Advanced] menu and confirm the followings.( page 13)The serial port’s setting is optimal.[On & Off] is selected at [Power SYNC with PC].If [On & Off] is not set, confirm the power to the GSM/GPRS modem is on.3Save the settings and exit the Setup Utility.4Set the software disc in the drive, theninput [x:\util\drivers\gprs\setup.exe]*1 in[Start] - [Run] and select [OK].Follow the on-screen instructions.*1“x” is the drive letter. You can change the letter to suit yourpreference.When the message on the right is displayed, select [OK].5At [Winmux Driver Setup] screen, select[Start Scan].All GSM/GPRS modems installed in the computer willbe listed in [Modem List].
96Confirm that the check mark is addedfor the serial port you use and select [In-stall Driver].Installation will start.(If the message “Digital Signature Not Found” is dis-played, select [Yes].)When the installation is complete, select [OK].7Select [Finish] to restart the computer.After the computer is restarted, CheckNet runs automati-cally.8Windows 2000Select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Phone and Mo-dem Options] - [Modems].Windows XPSelect [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware]- [Phone and Modem Options] - [Modems].9Select [Add].
1010Add the check mark for [Don’t detect mymodem; I will select it from a list], thenselect [Next].11Select [Have Disk].12Input [c:\program files\panasonic\checknet*1\modem] and select [OK].*1This indicates the folder where CheckNet is installed instep 4. This will vary depending on your computer’s setup.13Select your GSM/GPRS modem in thelist and select [Next].To confirm the model number of your GSM/GPRS mo-dem, run CheckNet and select [About]. (checknet.pdf “Operating Instructions for using GSM/GPRS”)14Select “Selected ports” and select thecom port for Virtual Port 1.You can confirm the port number in [Device Manager]*1- [Multi-port serial adapters] - [Serial Multiplexer] - [PortSettings].*1Windows 2000 :in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [System] -[Hardware]Windows XP :in [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Main-tenance] - [System] - [Hardware]Installing the Software
1115Select [Next].If the message “Digital Signature Not Found” is displayed, select [Yes].16Select [Finish].17Making extra settings for GPRS modem.Select your GSM/GPRS modem and select [Properties] in [Phone and Modem Op-tions] - [Modems].In [Advanced], enter the extra initialization commands as follows. ( checknet.pdf“Operating Instructions for using GSM/GPRS”)AT+CGDCONT=<cid>,<pdp type>,<apn><RETURN>Example: <cid>:1, <pdp type>:ip, <apn>:internet.t-d1.deAT+CGDCONT=1,ip,internet.t-d1.de<RETURN>(Note that the APN shown here represents the German network provider T-D1 andneeds to be replaced with the APN address supplied by your own network pro-vider.)Select [OK].
12Uninstalling the SoftwareCheckNetUse the following menu.Windows 2000 : [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Add/Remove Programs]Windows XP : [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Add or Remove Programs]Wireless module multiplex driverSelect [Device Manager]*1-[Multi-port serial adapters]-[Serial Multiplexer] and uninstallthe driver.*1Windows 2000 : in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [System] - [Hardware]Windows XP : in [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Sys-tem] - [Hardware]Installing the Software
13Wireless ModemI/O IRQ 1*1I/O IRQ 2*1Power SYNC with PCSetup UtilityThe following parameters have been added in [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility.Disable Enable Auto3F8/IRQ4 2F8/IRQ3 3E8/IRQ7 2E8/IRQ5338/IRQ10*23F8/IRQ4 2F8/IRQ3 3E8/IRQ7 2E8/IRQ5338/IRQ10*2Independent On & Off Off Only*1This item is displayed only when [Wireless Modem] is set to [Enable].*2This item is displayed only for the model with a smart card slot.APN Access Point NameCID Context IdentityGPRS General Packet Radio ServiceGSM Global System of Mobile CommunicationIP Internet ProtocolPDP Packet Data ProtocolPIN Personal Identification NumberPLMN Public Land Mobile NetworkPPP Point to Point ProtocolQoS Quality of ServiceSIM Subscriber Identity ModuleTCP Traffic Control ProtocolAbbreviationsAppendix
14TypeClassSIMRF Specification TransmitReceiveData Features DataFaxSMSVoice FeatureInterfaceGPRS Multi-SlotMobile StationSpecificationsCompliant with ETSI GSM phase 2/2+ standardPCS1900 Class 1 (1 W)Internal SIM card (3 V only)PCS1900 (1850 MHz to 1910 MHz)PCS1900 (1930 MHz to 1990 MHz)asynchronous transparent & non-transparent300 bps/ 1200 bps / 1200/75 bps / 2400 bps/ 4800bps / 9600 bps / 14400 bpsfacsimile group 3, Class 2MT/PP(Mobile Terminating Short MessageService, Point to Point)MO/PP(Mobile Originating Short MessageService, Point to Point)CB (Cell Broadcast Short Message Service)HR (Half rate)FR (Full rate)EFR (Enhanced full rate)AT Commands (GSM 07.07)Class 10Class B
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