UserMan
MF823L
LTE USB Modem
Quick Guide
ZTE CORPORATION
NO. 55, Hi-tech Road South, ShenZhen, P.R.China
Postcode: 518057
Tel: +86-755-26779999
URL: http://www.zte.com.cn
E-mail: mobile@zte.com.cn
LEGAL INFORMATION
Copyright © 2012 ZTE CORPORATION.
All rights reserved.
No part of this publication may be excerpted, reproduced, translated or utilized in any form
or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and microfilm, without
the prior written permission of ZTE Corporation.
The manual is published by ZTE Corporation. We reserve the right to make modifications
on print errors or update specifications without prior notice.
Version No.: 1.0
Edition Time: 08 21, 2012
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Quick Guide
Introduction
The ZTE MF823L LTE USB modem is a multi-mode USB modem, working in
LTE/HSPA+/HSUPA/HSDPA/WCDMA/EDGE/GPRS/GSM networks. With USB interface
connecting to a laptop or a desktop PC, it integrates the functionality of a modem and a
mobile phone (SMS), and combines mobile communication with Internet perfectly. It
supports data and SMS services through the mobile phone network, enabling you to
communicate anytime and anywhere.
Getting to know your device
The following figure shows the appearance of the MF823L. It is only for your reference.
The actual product may be different.
1. Indicator
2. Front Cover
3. USB Connector
4. microSD card slot
5. SIM card slot
Hardware Installation
1. Open the front cover to remove it from the modem.
NOTE:
Do not open the front cover rudely so as to avoid the damage of the front cover.
2. Insert the SIM card into the SIM card slot.
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3. Insert the microSD card into the microSD card slot.
NOTES:
This modem only supports microSD card.
The microSD Logo ( ) is a trademark of SD Card Association.
4. Replace the front cover and click it into place.
5. Connect the Modem to your laptop or desktop PC. Plug the USB connector into your
computer’s USB port and make sure that it is tightly inserted.
The OS will automatically recognize the new hardware, and then start the installation wizard.
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Warning and Notice
To the Owner
• Some electronic devices are susceptible to electromagnetic interference sent by
modem if inadequately shielded, such as the electronic system of vehicles. Please
consult the manufacturer of the device before using the modem if necessary.
• Operating the modem may interfere with medical devices like hearing aids and
pacemakers. Please always keep them more than 20 centimeters away from such
medical devices when they are turned on. Turn the modem off if necessary. Consult a
physician or the manufacturer of the medical device before using the modem.
• Be aware of the usage limitation when using a modem at places such as oil
warehouses or chemical factories, where there are explosive gases or explosive
products being processed. Turn off your modem if required.
• The use of electronic transmitting devices is forbidden in aircrafts, at petrol stations and
in hospitals. Please observe and obey all warning signs and switch off your modem in
these conditions.
• Do not touch the inner antenna area if not necessary. Otherwise it will affect your
modem’s performance.
• Store the modem out of the reach of little children. The modem may cause injury if used
as a toy.
• Do not touch the metallic parts of the modem so as to avoid a burn, when the modem is
working.
Use Your USB Modem
• Please use original accessories or accessories that are authorized. Using any
unauthorized accessories may affect your modem’s performance, and violate related
national regulations about telecom terminals.
• Avoid using the modem near or inside metallic structures or establishments that can
emit electromagnetic waves. Otherwise it may influence signal reception.
• The modem is not waterproof. Please keep it dry and store in a shady and cool place.
• Do not use the modem immediately after a sudden temperature change. In such case, it
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will produce dew inside and outside the modem, so don’t use it until it becomes dry.
• Handle the modem carefully. Do not drop, bend or strike it. Otherwise the modem will
be damaged.
• No dismantling by non-professionals and only qualified technicians can undertake
repair work.
• Operating temperature range of -10 ℃ ~ +55 ℃ and humidity range of 5% ~ 95% are
recommended.
Limited Warranty
• This warranty does not apply to defects or errors in the Product caused by:
i. Reasonable abrasion.
ii. End User’s failure to follow ZTE’s installation, operation or maintenance instructions
or procedures.
iii. End User’s mishandling, misuse, negligence, or improper installation, disassembly,
storage, servicing or operation of the Product.
iv. Modifications or repairs not made by ZTE or a ZTE-certified individual.
v. Power failures, surges, fire, flood, accidents, actions of third parties or other events
outside ZTE’s reasonable control.
vi. Usage of third-party products, or usage in conjunction with third-party products
provided that such defects are due to the combined usage.
vii. Any other cause beyond the range of normal usage intended for the Product.
End User shall have no right to reject or return the Product, or receive a refund for the
Product from ZTE under the above-mentioned situations.
• This warranty is End User’s sole remedy and ZTE’s sole liability for defective or
nonconforming items, and is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed, implied or
statutory, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and
fitness for a particular purpose, unless otherwise required under the mandatory
provisions of the law.
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FCC Regulations:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiated radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user‘s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC RF Exposure Information (SAR)
This device meets the government’s requirements for exposure to radio waves. This
device is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to
radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the
U.S. Government. The exposure standard for wireless device employs a unit of
measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit set by the
FCC is 1.6W/kg. *Tests for SAR are conducted using standard operating positions
accepted by the FCC with the device transmitting at its highest certified power level in
all tested frequency bands. Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified
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power level, the actual SAR level of the device while operating can be well below the
maximum value. This is because the device is designed to operate at multiple power
levels so as to use only the poser required to reach the network. In general, the closer
you are to a wireless base station antenna, the lower the power output. SAR
compliance has been established in the host product(s) (laptop computers), tested at
5mm separation distance to the human body, and tested with USB slot configurations
including Horizontal-UP, Horizontal-Down, Vertical-Front, Vertical-Back. This device
can be used in host product(s) with substantially similar physical dimensions,
construction, and electrical and RF characteristics. The highest SAR value, tested per
FCC RF exposure guidelines for USB dongle, as described in this user guide, is
1.13W/kg. The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this device with all
reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF exposure guidelines.
SAR information on this device is on file with the FCC and can be found under the
Display Grant section of www.fcc.gov/oet/ea/fccid after searching on FCC ID:
SRQ-MF823L.
Limitation of Liability
ZTE shall not be liable for any loss of profits or indirect, special, incidental or
consequential damages resulting from or arising out of or in connection with using of this
product, whether or not ZTE had been advised, knew or should have known of the
possibility of such damages, including, but not limited to lost profits, interruption of
business, cost of capital, cost of substitute facilities or product, or any downtime cost.
How to Get Help
You can get Help by:
• Clicking Help on the software.
• Sending E-mail to mobile@zte.com.cn
• Visiting http://www.zte.com.cn
• Calling Service Hotline: +86–755–26779999