Audiovox PC 3220 manual Service Indicator, Data Compression, Roaming Status

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When no signal is available, the antenna symbol will change to red and the bars will be dimmed. When this occurs, no connection is possible for one of the following reasons:

You are outside of a CDMA network coverage area

The signal strength is too weak

A network problem is preventing the PC3220 from obtaining service

The Mobile Connection Manager is not turned on or the PC3220 has not been inserted

The antenna is not raised to a 90° angle

Service Indicator

or

The Service Indicator icon displays which network service is currently available at your location, the Express NetworkSM (1xRTT) or the Quick 2 Net NetworkSM (14.4kbps).

Express Network

This default icon signifies that the Express

Connection

Network is available (even if Quick 2 Net is

 

also available)

Quick 2 Net Connection

This icon signifies that only the Quick 2 Net

 

network is available

No service

The icon is dimmed when no service is

 

available

Note: The Express Network (3G) icon will appear even if the Quick 2 Net (2G) network is also

available.

data call: similar to making a voice call, a data call is the term used when you access the Internet. Express Network data calls go dormant when the Internet activity is inactive for ~30 seconds. When a data call goes dormant, you are not being charged for airtime. Quick 2 Net calls do not go dormant.

Data Compression

The Data Compression icon appears when the Fourelle Venturi 2.1 data compression tool is active.

When the Data Compression icon is dimmed, the Fourelle Venturi 2.1 application is inactive. See Settings to learn about enabling and disabling this utility.

Roaming Status

The Roaming Status icon indicates the roaming status of your PC3220. When the indicator is “on” (solid black) you are roaming within a “preferred” roaming area. When the icon is blinking, you are roaming within a CDMA network, but not in a “preferred” zone.

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Contents Page Table of Contents Licensing Agreement Limited Warranty System Tray Mode Connection Status Icon and MenuUnderstanding Alert Windows Networking and Dial-up ConnectionsAbout your PC3220 Wireless PC Card Modem ChecklistWelcome to the Mobile Connection Manager About this GuideCaring for your PC3220 What is the Mobile Connection Manager?What is CDMA? Basics System Requirements Installation PrecautionsInstalling the Mobile Connection Manager Software Windows ME Installing Fourelle Venturi Data CompressionWindows 2000/XP Connecting the PC3220 and Drivers to your Notebook PC Windows XP only Follow these steps for activation Account Activation with Verizon WirelessEstablishing a Connection Removing the PC3220 from your Notebook PC Powering OFF/ON the PC3220 Exiting the Mobile Connection Manager MCM Windows 2000 & ME Windows XP Windows 98SE Understanding The Indicator Area and Icons Using the Mobile Connection ManagerFull Mode Signal Strength IndicatorRoaming Status Service IndicatorData Compression Service Status Dialog Box Connection IndicatorConnection Time Byte CounterUnderstanding the Action Buttons Service Status Description Associated icon graphic DialogSettings Connection Profiles Tab SettingsSettings General Tab Connection Profiles Buttons Settings About TabConnection Profile Edit Window Call LogSystem Tray Shortcut HelpSystem Tray Icon System Tray Mode Connection Status Icon and MenuSystem Tray Menu Availability when Card is Not insertedUnderstanding Alert Windows Delete Connection Profile Confirmation Reset Call Log ConfirmationWindows Networking Networking and Dial-up ConnectionsWhat is the Mobile Connection Manager? Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is the Fourelle Venturi 2.1 Data Compression Software? How fast will my connection be with the PC3220?Windows 98 Users Am I able to make phone/voice calls with the PC3220?Windows 98 Only Regulatory Notices Regulatory Information and SafetySafety and Hazards Blasting Areas and Hospitals Safety InformationImportant Notice AircraftEnvironmental Specifications Technical SpecificationsRadio Frequency & Electrical Specifications Software SpecificationsWNP wireless number portability Mechanical SpecificationsRed/Green Antenna Vertically polarized dipoleLicensing Information Licensing InformationPage USA Limited Warranty USA Audiovox Communications Corp