Multi Tech Equipment GPRS USB

Chapter 3 – Using Your Wireless Modem

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Step 3 – Connect the Antenna and USB Cable

• Antenna. Connect a suitable antenna to the SMA connector (See antenna specifications in Chapter 1).

• USB Cable. Connect one end of the USB cable to the modem and the other end to the PC.

Step 4 – Handset Connection (Optional)

If you intend to use a phone handset, connect it to the MultiModem now.

Contents

Main MultiModem GPRS USB Wireless Modem MTCBA-G-U User Guide Page Contents Chapter 1 Product Description and Specifications Product Description Features Application Overview Application Types Benefits/Features in Applications Safety General Safety RF Interference Issues Vehicle Safety Maintenance of Your Modem Package Contents Part to be Supplied by Your Wireless Service Provider Specifications General Specifications Electrical Characteristics Current Requirements Antenna/RF Specifications Interfaces LEDs LED Indicators AT Command Reference Guides Chapter 2 Activation and Installation Step 1 Activate Your Wireless Account Step 2 Insert the SIM Card into the Holder Page Step 5 Attach the Modem to a Flat Surface (Optional) Step 6 Install the Modem Driver Introduction Installing the Modem Driver in Windows XP/2003 Part A for Windows XP/2003: Installing the USB Driver Page Part B for Windows XP/2003: Associating PC Port with USB Driver Part C for Windows XP/2003: Installing the Modem INF File Installing the Modem Driver in Windows 2000 Part A for Windows 2000: Installing the USB Driver Page Part B for Windows 2000: Associating PC Port with USB Driver Part C for Windows 2000: Installing the Modem INF File Chapter 3 Using Your Wireless Modem Phone Number for the Wireless Modem Examples of Useful AT Commands Verifying Signal Strength Checking Network Registration and Roaming Status Establishing a Voice Call Establishing a Circuit-Switched Data (CSD) Connection Answering a Circuit-Switched Data (CSD) Connection Using Short Message Services (SMS) SMS Examples Send Example Receive Examples Page Internet Access Connecting to the GPRS Network for Internet Access Requirements Set the Access Point Name (APN) into the Modems Properties on Your PC Steps for Setting the APN Create Your Dial-Up Connection in Windows XP/2003 Disconnecting the Connection: Mobile PhoneTools Chapter 4 Troubleshooting and Frequently Asked Questions Troubleshooting Examples Situation A: The modem does not answer Situation B: The modem always returns No carrier when trying to originate a call Frequently Asked Questions Page Chapter 5 Reference Information Wireless Modem Reference Information Appendix A Warranty and Repairs Multi-Tech Warranty Statement Repair Procedures for U.S. and Canadian Customers Repair Procedures for International Customers Repair Procedures for International Distributors Replacement Parts Appendix B - Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Statement