Sierra Wireless ACRD510 PCS band CDMA wireless modem User Manual AirCard 510 PCS User Guide

Sierra Wireless Inc. PCS band CDMA wireless modem AirCard 510 PCS User Guide

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User Guide for Notebookso Welcome o Overview o Navigating o Components o System Req.o Safety Noticeso Specificationso Installationo Using AirCardo Troubleshootingo Serviceo Contact Us2110271 Rev. 1April 2000Welcome to the AirCard® 510 PCS ModemThe AirCard 510 PCS modem is the first wireless CDMA (Code DivisionMultiple Access) modem . It works in any laptop or handheld computerrunning Windows 95, 98, NT, 2000, or CE that has a Type II PC card slot.This modem offers high speed data transmission (14.4 Kbps) and all thebenefits of CDMA technology, including:coverage that is wide-spread and growing. CDMA currentlyencompasses most of North America, Asia, and Australia and isspreading throughout other parts of the world.● continuous power control on the CDMA network means longer batterylife for your laptop.● CDMA uses "soft handoffs" between cells in the cellular network,providing a robust air link and reliable service.● CDMA transmission is, by nature, extremely secure. Individualtransmissions are indiscernable to anyone tapping into a radiofrequency channel.● Document NavigationThis guide is designed to provide quick access to any subject. It is intendedfor those using the AirCard in notebook computers running Windows 95, 98,NT, or 2000. There is a separate User Guide for Windows CE for those usinghandheld computers with the Windows CE operating system.Some material in this guide is applicable only to specific operating systems.So that you can readily identify what material applies to your system, thefollowing colour scheme is used: Peach General Information for All Systems Green Green - Windows 95/98 Yellow Yellow - Windows NT Red Red - Windows 2000 Blue Blue - Windows CEThe Contents in the left margin at the top of the page allow you to jump toany section and then on to any of its sub-sections. A one step Document Mapis also available to help you navigate.At the bottom of every page is a navigation option to step forward andbackward through the pages of the user guide, as well as providing access tothe Document Map. The AirCard 510 PCS logo in the top corner of each page
will also take you to the Document Map.Your AirCard 510 PCS ComponentsAll AirCard 510 PCS packages include the following components:AirCard® 510 PCS Modem with Antenna● "Jewel Box" Case● CD-ROM with Enabling Software: Watcher, WirelessExpert, andAirCard Toolkit, PC Card Drivers, and this Documentation includingStandard 1 Year Warranty.● Additional accessories are also available from Sierra Wireless. Visit ourweb site or contact sales for details.System RequirementsThe AirCard 510 PCS Modem requires these system resources:Card Slots 1 Type II SlotDisk Drive CD-ROMI/O Resources 1 IRQ, 128 bytes I/O SpaceMemory 16 MbDisk Space 2 MbWindowsVersionsSupported95OSR 2*98AnyVersionNT4.0 ServicePack 4 or 5* 2000 * Click on the links for instructions on determining the version of your operating system.Users of Windows CE should refer to the User Guide for Windows CE forinformation regarding system requirements and supported versions.o Welcome (top) o Overviewo Safety Notices o Hazards o Regulatory o Patentso SpecificationsImportant NoticeBecause of the nature of wireless communications, transmission andreception of data can never be guaranteed. Data may be delayed, corrupted(i.e., have errors) or be totally lost. Although significant delays or losses ofdata are rare when wireless devices such as the AirCard 510 PCS CDMAmodem are used in a normal manner with a well-constructed network, theyshould not be used in situations where failure to transmit or receive datacould result in harm of any kind to the user or any other party, including butnot limited to personal injury, death, or loss of property. Sierra Wireless, Inc.,accepts no responsibility for damages of any kind resulting from delays orerrors in data transmitted or received using the AirCard 510 PCS CDMAmodem, or for failure of the AirCard 510 PCS modem to transmit or receivesuch data. Safety and HazardsDo not operate the AirCard modem in areas where blasting is in progress,
where explosive atmospheres may be present, near medical equipment, nearlife support equipment, or any equipment which may be susceptible to anyform of radio interference. In such areas, the AirCard 510 PCS PC CardMUST BE TURNED OFF. It can transmit signals that could interfere withthis equipment.Do not operate the AirCard PC Card in any aircraft, whether the aircraft is onthe ground or in flight. In aircraft, the AirCard modem MUST BE TURNEDOFF. When operating, it can transmit signals that could interfere with variousonboard systems.The driver or operator of any vehicle should not operate the AirCard modemwhile in control of a vehicle. Doing so will detract from the driver oroperator's control and operation of that vehicle. In some jurisdictions,operating such communications devices while in control of a vehicle is anoffence. Regulatory InformationThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this deviceis subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not causeharmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interferencereceived, including interference that may cause undesired operations. FCCguidelines stipulate that the antenna should be more than 1.5 cm (0.6") fromall persons.Certifications: FCC ID: N7NACRD510 Canada ID: Registration Number: Where appropriate, the use of the equipment is subject to the followingconditions:CAUTION - Unauthorized modifications or changes notexpressly approved by Sierra Wireless, Inc. could voidcompliance with regulatory rules, and thereby your authority touse this equipment.WARNING (EMI) - United States FCC Information - Thisequipment has been tested and found to comply with the limitspursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designedto provide reasonable protection against harmful interference inan appropriate installation. This equipment generates, uses, andcan radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and usedin accordance with the instructions, may cause harmfulinterference to radio communication. However, there is noguarantee that interference will not occur in a particularinstallation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference toradio or television reception, which can be determined by turningthe equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correctthe interference by one or more of the following measures:Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna● Increase the separation between the equipment andreceiver● Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit differentfrom that to which the receiver is connected●
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technicianfor help● WARNING (EMI) - Canada - This digital apparatus does notexceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digitalapparatus as set out in the interference causing equipmentstandard entitled "Digital Apparatus", ICES-003 of theDepartment of Communications.Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruitsradioélectriques applicables aux appareils numériques deClasse B prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur:"Appareils Numériques", NMB-003 édictée par le ministre desCommunications.If you have purchased this product under a United StatesGovernment contract, it shall be subject to restrictions as setforth in subparagraph (c)(1)(ii) of Defense FederalAcquisitions Regulations (DFARs) Section 252.227-7013 forDepartment of Defense contracts, and as set forth in FederalAcquisitions Regulations (FARs) Section 52.227-19 for civilian agencycontracts or any successor regulations. If further government regulationsapply, it is your responsibility to ensure compliance with such regulations. Patents and TrademarksPortions of this product are covered by some or all of the following USpatents: 5515013, 5617106, 5629960, 5682602, 5748449, 5845216, 5845553,5878234, 5890057, and other patents pending.©1998, 1999, 2000, Sierra Wireless, Inc. All rights reserved.The information in this manual is subject to change without notice and doesnot represent a commitment on the part of Sierra Wireless, Inc. SierraWireless, Inc. shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damagesresulting from the furnishing, performance, or use of this manual.The Watcher and WirelessExpert™ software described in this manual arecopyright 2000 Sierra Wireless, Inc. All rights reserved.AirCard® is a registered trademark of Sierra Wireless, Inc.Watcher and WirelessExpert™ is a trademark of Sierra Wireless, Inc.Windows, Windows CE, and Microsoft are registered trademarks ofMicrosoft Corporation.All other brand or product names, logos, trademarks, etc. mentioned in thismanual are owned by their respective companies.
o Welcome (top) o Overviewo Safety Noticeso Specifications o AirCard 510 PCS o EnvironmentalTechnical SpecificationsAirCard 510 PCS PC CardApprovals: IS95BFCC Parts 15 and 24.Voltage: +3.3 and +5 Vdc from PCMCIA SlotCurrent: Sleep mode: 5 mA typical.Transmit: 500 mA typical, 650 mA max.Transmitter Power: 200 mW (Class II) full duplex.Transmit: 1850 to 1910 MHzReceive: 1930 to 1990 MHzChannel Spacing: 50 kHzFreq. Stability: ±1.0 ppmEnvironmental SpecificationsThese specifications apply to the AirCard 510 PCS radio modem only, not tothe accessory components.Operating Temp: -30 to +60° C (ambient, outside PCMCIA enclosure)Storage Temp: -30 to +85° CHumidity: 95%, non-condensingVibration: 15G peak 10-2000 Hz(not operating)Drop: 30" (76.2 cm) on to vinyl covered concrete Document Map Back to Product ListUse the document map to jump to a subject of interest or turn the pages toread the full manual.Page Top Next Page©1999, 2000 Sierra Wireless, Inc. All rights reserved.

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