Novatel Wireless NRM6834 MINSTREL S Wireless CDPD modem User Manual S

Novatel Wireless, Inc. MINSTREL S Wireless CDPD modem S

EX9 MANUAL

August 2000 APREL Project No.: NVWB-MINSTREL S Consulting * Research * Training * Certification Testing Since 1981Exhibit 9Minstrel SNovatel Wireless Technologies Ltd.FCC ID: NBZNRM6834User’s Manual
www.novatelwireless.comToll Free: 1-888-888-9231As shown below, your Minstrel STM can be ready to download web pages and send and receive email in just a few steps. For more detailed information on setting up your Minstrel S, read the Getting Started section of the Minstrel S User Guide.Insert the Minstrel S into the SpringboardTM expansion slot of your VisorTM.Remove the slot protector and insert the Minstrel S into the slot until the connectors are secure. The Modem Manager software, which controls the modem’s connection to the Wireless IP network, will automatically launch.Start the Setup Wizard utility to begin configuration of the Minstrel S.Once the Minstrel screen appears, tap the Menu icon and select Setup Wizard from the Minstrel menu. Follow the directions on the screen to configure the Minstrel S.As directed, select the Wireless IP network provider you wish to use and contact the provider to set up an account. When prompted, enter the IP and DNS addresses and test the network registration.Install email and web browsing applications on your Visor.Install any email and web browsing applications you would like to use on your Visor following the directions provided by the software manufacturer.Charge the Minstrel S battery.The Minstrel S is shipped with a partially charged battery and, therefore, it is necessary to charge the battery before the modem is used. The battery status LED on the front of the Minstrel S flashes green when the battery is being charged and is solid green when the battery is fully charged. Connect to the Wireless IP network.Once your Minstrel S has been configured, you can connect to the Wireless IP network simply by inserting your Minstrel S into the Visor’s expansion slot. The Modem Manager software will automatically launch and register the modem to the network. Congratulations!Now that your Minstrel S has registered to the Wireless IP network, you can send and receive data across the Internet using your Visor and just about any email or web browsing application you choose. Quick Start GuideAs shown below, your Minstrel STM can be ready to download web pages and send and receive email in just a few steps. For more detailed information on setting up your Minstrel S, read the Getting Started section of the Minstrel S User Guide.Insert the Minstrel S into the SpringboardTM expansion slot of your VisorTM.Remove the slot protector and insert the Minstrel S into the slot until the connectors are secure. The Modem Manager software, which controls the modem’s connection to the Wireless IP network, will automatically launch.Start the Setup Wizard utility to begin configuration of the Minstrel S.Once the Minstrel screen appears, tap the Menu icon and select Setup Wizard from the Minstrel menu. Follow the directions on the screen to configure the Minstrel S.As directed, select the Wireless IP network provider you wish to use and contact the provider to set up an account. When prompted, enter the IP and DNS addresses and test the network registration.Install email and web browsing applications on your Visor.Install any email and web browsing applications you would like to use on your Visor following the directions provided by the software manufacturer.Charge the Minstrel S battery.The Minstrel S is shipped with a partially charged battery and, therefore, it is necessary to charge the battery before the modem is used. The battery status LED on the front of the Minstrel S flashes green when the battery is being charged and is solid green when the battery is fully charged. Connect to the Wireless IP network.Once your Minstrel S has been configured, you can connect to the Wireless IP network simply by inserting your Minstrel S into the Visor’s expansion slot. The Modem Manager software will automatically launch and register the modem to the network. Congratulations!Now that your Minstrel S has registered to the Wireless IP network, you can send and receive data across the Internet using your Visor and just about any email or web browsing application you choose. Quick Start Guidewww.novatelwireless.comToll Free: 1-888-888-9231QSG-90023060 Version BVersion BQSG-90023060
1Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058
2Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Novatel Wireless Inc. unless such commitment is expressly given in a covering document.The information herein is the exclusive property of Novatel Wireless Inc. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means including electronic storage, repro-duction, execution, or transmission without the prior written consent of Novatel Wireless Inc. © 2000 Novatel Wireless, Inc. All rights reserved.
3Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Getting Started.......................................................................................................................................4Welcome....................................................................................................................................5Requirements ............................................................................................................................6Overview of the Minstrel S Modem............................................................................................7Overview of the Minstrel S Software .......................................................................................10Charging the Battery................................................................................................................ 11Installing the Minstrel S Software ............................................................................................12Connecting the Minstrel to the Visor........................................................................................13Configuring the Minstrel...........................................................................................................14Connecting to the Internet .......................................................................................................15Working with the Minstrel S................................................................................................................16Managing the Network Connection .........................................................................................17Using the Power Switch...........................................................................................................19Changing the Configuration.....................................................................................................22Updating the Flash ..................................................................................................................23Using File Mover......................................................................................................................26Configuring the Button.............................................................................................................34Setup Wizard........................................................................................................................................37Introduction to Setup Wizard ...................................................................................................38Starting Setup Wizard..............................................................................................................39Select Provider ........................................................................................................................41Configure Palm Device............................................................................................................44Contact a Provider...................................................................................................................46Settings....................................................................................................................................48Confirm Settings......................................................................................................................50Auto Config..............................................................................................................................52Check Network ........................................................................................................................54Successful ...............................................................................................................................56Modem Manager ..................................................................................................................................57Introduction to Modem Manager..............................................................................................58Starting Modem Manager........................................................................................................61Minstrel....................................................................................................................................64Config ......................................................................................................................................67Detailed Status ........................................................................................................................75Push Message Configuration ..................................................................................................79Terminal...................................................................................................................................82Ping .........................................................................................................................................87Glossary ...............................................................................................................................................90Glossary A-H ...........................................................................................................................91Glossary I-R.............................................................................................................................92Glossary S-V ...........................................................................................................................93Glossary W-Z...........................................................................................................................94Index .....................................................................................................................................................95Index A-Co...............................................................................................................................96Index Co-Em............................................................................................................................97Index En-Ld .............................................................................................................................98Index Le-Ou.............................................................................................................................99Index Ov-R ............................................................................................................................100Index S-St..............................................................................................................................101Index Su-Z.............................................................................................................................102
Getting Started 4Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Getting Started
Getting Started 5Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058WelcomeWelcome to the Minstrel S User Guide. This guide provides information on using the many com-ponents and features of your Minstrel STM Wireless SpringboardTM Modem, including the follow-ing:• General information about the Minstrel S modem and software• Instructions to help get you started with your Minstrel S so you can download web pages and send email almost immediately• Detailed information about the software used to configure and control the opera-tion of your Minstrel SCautionTo satisfy FCC RF exposure compliance requirements for mobile transmitting devices, the user should generally maintain a separation distance of 20 cm between the person’s body, and the device and its antenna. The hands and wrists have a higher exposure limit because they are extremities, and the device should be used in a hand-held, hand-operated configuration only. This device has been tested for compliance with a separation distance of 4 cm from a person's body. The operating configurations of this device generally do not support normal transmissions while it is carried in pockets or holsters next to a person’s body.Technical SupportIf you have any questions or comments about your Minstrel S, please contact the Novatel Wireless Technical Support Team.WWW: www.novatelwireless.com/support/index.htmlEmail: support@novatelwireless.comPhone: 1-888-888-9231
Getting Started 6Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058RequirementsThe following is required to set up and use your Minstrel S for sending and receiving data across the Internet:•A HandspringTM VisorTM handheld computer•Desktop software that allows you to communicate between your desktop PC and the Visor•Modem application software for the Visor (included with your Minstrel) •An account with a Wireless IP network service provider in your area •Application software for your Visor such as an email client and web browser Wireless IP service is available from your local cellular carrier in most North American cities. Check your product packaging or www.novatelwireless.com for network provider contact informa-tion.
Getting Started 7Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Overview of the Minstrel S ModemThe Minstrel S modem has many important features such as status indicator LEDs, a configurable button, and a DC jack for powering the unit with the supplied AC adapter. Information on the operation of the configurable button and status indicator LEDs are provided in the sections below.Configurable ButtonOn the front of the Minstrel S there is a button that can be customized to launch any program when pressed. For information on how to customize this button, refer to Configuring the Button.
Getting Started 8Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Status Indicator LEDsThe Minstrel S has three LED indicators that allow you to easily determine the status of various modem parameters. Service LEDThe LED labeled with the icon below indicates the status of the connection to the Wireless IP net-work. The table below explains the various states of this LED. Data/Message Waiting LEDThe LED labeled with the icon shown below is used to indicate the transfer of data and provide notification of waiting messages.Color State MeaningGreen Solid The Minstrel is registered or con-nected to the Wireless IP network and, therefore, data can be sent and received across the Internet. Green Solid but flashes off every 5 seconds The Minstrel is registered to the net-work but is in sleep mode.Green Flashing quickly The Minstrel is attempting to register to the network.Green Flashing slowly The Minstrel is attempting to locate a network provider.
Getting Started 9Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058The table below shows the various states of this LED and their meanings.Battery LEDThe LED that indicates the state of the Minstrel’s internal battery is labeled with the icon below.The table below describes the various states of this LED.For more information on charging the battery, refer to the section entitled Charging the Battery.Color State MeaningGreen Flashing The Minstrel is sending or receiving data. Red Flashing The Minstrel has received a “push” message notification. Push messag-ing must be enabled for this to occur. For more information, refer to Push Message Configuration.Color State MeaningGreen Flashing The Minstrel’s battery is being charged. The Minstrel is being pow-ered by the AC adapter.Green Solid The Minstrel’s battery is fully charged but the AC adapter is still plugged in and, therefore, powering the unit.Red Flashing The Minstrel’s battery is low and requires charging.
Getting Started 10Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Overview of the Minstrel S SoftwareIn order for you to easily configure and operate your Minstrel S, there are two main software pro-grams included with the Minstrel S modem. These programs, which are described below, are already installed on the flash memory of the unit.Setup WizardThe Setup Wizard utility is designed to guide you step-by-step through the setup of your Minstrel S. Once you have a Wireless IP account established with a network provider, you can use the Setup Wizard to enter and save the necessary settings to the Minstrel S modem and configure your Visor for use with the Minstrel S. For more information about this program and the configura-tion process refer to the Setup Wizard section of this document.Modem ManagerThe Modem Manager software provides you with complete status information about the Minstrel S and control over its connection to the Wireless IP network. It also contains screens for more advanced users to configure their modem without the use of Setup Wizard. For more information about this program and its many features, refer to the Modem Manager section of this document.
Getting Started 11Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Charging the BatteryThe Minstrel S contains a rechargeable Lithium-ion battery. This battery is shipped only partially charged, so it is necessary to charge the battery to its full capacity before using the unit.To charge the battery, plug the AC adapter (supplied) into an outlet and insert the barrel connector into the DC jack found on the top of the Minstrel. It will take approximately 3 hours to charge the battery from a zero charge state. With sleep mode enabled, the battery will provide power to the unit for many hours of web browsing.Battery LEDWhen the Battery LED is flashing red, this indicates that the battery is low and requires charging. For more information about the Battery LED, refer to Status Indicator LEDs in the Overview of the Minstrel S Modem section.NOTE: If the battery charge goes lower than a pre-set threshold, the modem will automatically disconnect from the network and power off in order to preserve the settings in its internal memory.
Getting Started 12Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Installing the Minstrel S SoftwareThe software necessary for configuring and operating the Minstrel S is already installed on the Minstrel’s flash memory. In the future, there may be updates to this software which will be released at our web site (www.novatelwireless.com). For information on how to install these soft-ware updates, refer to the section entitled Updating the Flash.Additional software such as email and web browsing applications may be required for accessing the Internet. For information on installing these applications, consult the software manufacturer’s instructions.
Getting Started 13Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Connecting the Minstrel to the VisorThe Minstrel S uses Handspring’s SpringboardTM technology to attach to and communicate with your Visor handheld computer. In order to configure and use your Minstrel S, you must first con-nect the Minstrel to the Visor by following the directions below.First, remove the Visor’s Springboard slot protector. Then, with the front of the Minstrel S facing the same direction as the front of the Visor, slide the Minstrel into the slot until the connectors are secure.As soon as the Minstrel is inserted into the slot, the Modem Manager software will automatically start and attempt to establish a connection to the Wireless IP network.
Getting Started 14Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Configuring the MinstrelIn order to connect to the Internet, the Minstrel S must first be configured with the necessary parameters to be able to register to the Wireless IP network. To configure the Minstrel, first insert the Minstrel into the Visor’s expansion slot as explained in Connecting the Minstrel to the Visor. The Modem Manager software will automatically start when this happens. Tap the Menu icon when the Minstrel screen appears and select Setup Wiz-ard from the Minstrel menu. For more information about starting Setup Wizard and the configuration process, refer to the sec-tion entitled Setup Wizard.NOTE: In order to configure and use the Minstrel, an account must first be established with a Wireless IP network provider.
Getting Started 15Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Connecting to the InternetTo send and receive data across the Internet using the Minstrel S, a connection to the Wireless IP network is required. To register to the network once configuration has been completed, simply insert your Minstrel S into the Springboard slot of your Visor. The Modem Manager program will automatically run, attempting to connect to the network. Once the Minstrel is registered, you can use almost any Internet application on your Visor or Min-strel S to send and receive data, including downloading web pages and sending email.
Working with the Minstrel S 16Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Working with the Minstrel S
Working with the Minstrel S 17Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Managing the Network ConnectionIn order to send and receive data across the Internet, the modem must be connected or registered to the Wireless IP network. In the sections below, information is provided on how to •establish the network connection •disconnect from the network•close the PPP session. Connecting to the NetworkTo establish a connection, or register, to the Wireless IP network, simply insert the Minstrel S into the Visor’s expansion slot. The Modem Manager will automatically launch and attempt to register to the Wireless IP network. If the Minstrel S is already inserted, tap the Applications icon and then the Minstrel icon to start the Modem Manager software. Disconnecting from the NetworkTo disconnect, or de-register, from the Wireless IP network and power off the modem, tap the Shutdown button at the bottom of the Minstrel screen of the Modem Manager software.
Working with the Minstrel S 18Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058You can also tap the Menu icon and select Shutdown from the Minstrel menu to de-register and power off the unit or use the Power Switch utility, which is described in Using the Power Switch. Closing the PPP SessionTo close the active PPP session but remain registered to the Wireless IP network, tap the Menu icon and select Disconnect from the Minstrel menu. Closing the PPP session means that you cannot send and receive data across the Internet but because the modem is registered it can still communicate with the Wireless IP network, including receiving push message notifications. NOTE: If Auto Power Off is enabled, tapping Disconnect will close the active PPP session causing the modem to de-register from the Wireless IP network and power off. If Auto Power Off is disabled, tapping Disconnect will close the PPP session but the modem will remain registered to the Wireless IP network. For more information on the Auto Power Off feature, refer to Auto Power Off in the Config section.
Working with the Minstrel S 19Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Using the Power SwitchThe Power Switch utility allows you to quickly power on and power off your Minstrel S with the tap of a button. Starting Power SwitchTo start the Power Switch utility, tap the Applications icon and then the Power Switch icon. The Power Switch screen will show the current status of the Minstrel S. If the animated antenna is radiating power, the Minstrel S is powered on.
Working with the Minstrel S 20Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058If the antenna is not radiating power, the Minstrel S is off.Powering On the Minstrel STo power on the Minstrel S, start the Power Switch utility and tap the Turn Modem On button. As soon as the Minstrel S is turned on, it will attempt to register to the Wireless IP network.
Working with the Minstrel S 21Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Powering Off the Minstrel STo de-register and power off the Minstrel S, start the Power Switch utility and tap the Turn Modem Off button.
Working with the Minstrel S 22Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Changing the ConfigurationUnless instructed to do so by your network provider or by Novatel Wireless, you will not need to change the configuration of your modem once the Setup Wizard has been run. In the event that you do need to change the configuration, you can either run the Setup Wizard utility again or directly edit the settings using the Config screen in the Modem Manager software. Setup WizardThe Setup Wizard utility will guide you step-by-step through the configuration. As before, you will be required to select the network provider. However, the saved network addresses will be dis-played and you will only need to edit the specific addresses that need to be changed. For more information about the configuration process and starting Setup Wizard, refer to the Setup Wizard section of this document.Config ScreenUsing the Config screen, you can directly edit the configuration settings that need to be changed and then save the settings to the modem by tapping the Save button. For more information on the Config screen and changing any of the fields that it contains, refer to the section entitled Config.
Working with the Minstrel S 23Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Updating the FlashIn the future, software upgrades may be available for the Minstrel S. These upgrades will be avail-able at our web site (www.novatelwireless.com) and will be in the form of a Minstrel S Updater .prc file. To update the software on the flash, first install the Minstrel S Updater application on to your Visor as you would any other application and tap the Applications icon and then the Minstrel S U icon.The Minstrel S Updater screen shows the software version of the update in the Update: field and the version currently installed on the Minstrel S in the Module: field.
Working with the Minstrel S 24Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058To begin the software update, first ensure that the Minstrel S is inserted into the expansion slot, and then tap the Update Now button.NOTE: Do not remove the Minstrel S from the Visor’s expansion slot while using the Updater utility.Tap OK when asked if you wish to continue.The Updating Minstrel S screen will appear showing the progress of the software update. First, the currently installed software is erased from the flash.
Working with the Minstrel S 25Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Next, the updated software is written to the flash.Once the update is complete, reset your Visor by tapping the Reset button when the window below appears.NOTE: If the software currently installed on the Minstrel S is a more recent version than the update, the following message will appear when the Update Now button is tapped.Tap OK to close the message.
Working with the Minstrel S 26Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Using File MoverSince both the Visor and the Minstrel S have their own separate flash memory, the File Mover application has been included with the Minstrel S. This application allows you to delete items from the flash of either device or move items between the two devices.Starting File MoverTo start this application, tap the Applications icon and then the File Mover icon. Viewing the Contents of the Minstrel S FlashTo view the contents of the Minstrel’s flash memory, start the File Mover application and tap the Minstrel S box in the top, right-hand corner of the screen.
Working with the Minstrel S 27Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058The pick list just above the list of contents controls whether applications, data, or both are dis-played.Tap the Sort button to change the way the memory contents are displayed. The Sort Options window will open, allowing you to change the way the contents are sorted and what information is displayed using the Sort by and Show pick lists, respectively.
Working with the Minstrel S 28Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Moving or Copying Items to the Minstrel STo move or copy items from the Visor’s flash to the Minstrel S’s flash, start File Mover and then tap the Internal box in the top, right-hand corner of the screen if it is not already selected. Tap the check box beside the item(s) you wish to move or copy. Once all the items to be moved or copied are checked, tap the Move or Copy button as required.
Working with the Minstrel S 29Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Tap OK when asked to confirm that you wish to either move or copy the items.The following screen will appear, showing the status as the items are being moved or copied.NOTE: Do not remove the Minstrel S from the Visor’s expansion slot while transferring files.
Working with the Minstrel S 30Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Moving or Copying Items from the Minstrel STo move data or applications from the Minstrel’s flash to the Visor’s flash, start the File Mover pro-gram and select the Minstrel S box in the top, right-hand corner.Tap the check box beside the item(s) you wish to move or copy. Once all the items to be moved or copied are checked, tap the Move or Copy button as required.
Working with the Minstrel S 31Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Tap OK when asked to confirm that you wish to either move or copy the items.The following screen will appear, showing the status as the items are being moved or copied.NOTE: Do not remove the Minstrel S from the Visor’s expansion slot while transferring files.
Working with the Minstrel S 32Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Deleting Items from the Minstrel STo delete items from the Minstrel S’s flash, start the File Mover application and select the Minstrel S box in the top, right-hand corner.Tap the check box beside the item(s) you wish to delete. Once all the items you wish to delete are selected, tap the Delete... button.
Working with the Minstrel S 33Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Tap OK when asked to confirm that you wish to delete the items.The following screen will appear, showing the status as the items are being deleted.NOTE: Do not remove the Minstrel S from the Visor’s expansion slot while deleting files.
Working with the Minstrel S 34Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Configuring the ButtonThe button found on the front of the Minstrel S can be customized to launch any application you choose when pressed. For example, you can configure this button to launch a web browsing application. Then, to access web pages, you will only need to insert your Minstrel S into the expansion slot and then press the button. Your Minstrel S will automatically register to the Wire-less IP network and the web browser will be launched.To configure the button to launch a specific application, tap the Applications icon and then the Prefs icon. Once the Preferences panel is displayed, select Buttons from the pick list in the top, right-hand corner.
Working with the Minstrel S 35Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Then, tap HotSync....Tap to open the pick list to the right of the Modem icon.Select the application you would like to have launched when the button is pressed from the list.
Working with the Minstrel S 36Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Once you have selected the application to launch and it is listed to the right of the Modem icon, tap the OK button.The next time you press the button on the Minstrel S, the application you selected will automati-cally launch.
Setup Wizard 37Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Setup Wizard
Setup Wizard 38Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Introduction to Setup WizardBefore the Minstrel S can register to the Wireless IP network and connect to the Internet, certain network properties must be configured. Setup Wizard is designed to guide the user step-by-step through this configuration. It includes instructions for setting the service provider and network con-nection properties. Once the required properties have been set, the software saves the configura-tion to the modem. Setup Wizard also helps you to configure your Visor to work with the Minstrel S. Navigating Setup WizardTo advance to the next step of the Setup Wizard utility at any time, tap the Next>> button, found at the bottom of the screen.To advance to the previous step of the Setup Wizard utility, tap the <<Back button.To exit from Setup Wizard without completing the configuration of your Minstrel S, tap the Cancel button.If you do exit before the configuration is complete, you can re-start the Setup Wizard at a later date.
Setup Wizard 39Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Starting Setup WizardThe Setup Wizard utility is accessed through the Modem Manager software. Insert the Minstrel S into the Springboard expansion slot of your Visor to automatically start Modem Manager. If the Minstrel S is already inserted, tap the Applications icon and then the Minstrel icon to start Modem Manager.Once the Minstrel screen appears, select Setup Wizard from the Minstrel menu.
Setup Wizard 40Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058The following screen will appear when Setup Wizard has been started, giving information on the steps to be completed during the setup process.To start with the first step in the configuration, tap the Next>> button.
Setup Wizard 41Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Network ProviderIn order to send and receive information across the Internet using your Minstrel S, an account with a Wireless IP network provider is required. The Network Provider screen contains a single pick list for you to select the network provider you would like to use.For information on service availability, contact a network provider in your area. To enter the net-work provider you have chosen, click on the pick list to view the entries.A list of available network providers opens.
Setup Wizard 42Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058To display the bottom half of the list, tap the downward-pointing arrow or press the bottom scroll button.Tap the name of the network provider you wish to use.If you would like to use a network provider not shown on the list, select Other and then enter the SPI of the chosen network provider on the dotted line in the Other Entry window.
Setup Wizard 43Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058NOTE: If you do not know the SPI of the network provider, enter 0.After you have entered the SPI, tap the Done button.Once the correct network provider appears on the Network Provider screen, tap Next>> to advance to the next step.
Setup Wizard 44Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Configure Palm DeviceIn order for your Visor to communicate properly with your Minstrel S, certain Network Preferences settings must be configured. The Configure Palm Device screen allows you to easily configure these settings.To set the Network Preferences to the default values for the Minstrel S, tap the Configure Prefer-ences button.
Setup Wizard 45Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Once the Network Preferences have been set to their default values for the Minstrel S, the screen will show that the configuration is complete. Tap the Next>> button to advance to the next step in the setup.If you do not wish to change your Network Preferences from their current settings, tap the Next>> button to advance to the next step in the Minstrel S setup.If the modem is not already powered on, it will be powered on when Next>> is tapped so that the Setup Wizard can retrieve the current configuration settings from the modem to display in the next step.For more information on the Network Preferences, consult your Visor documentation.
Setup Wizard 46Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Contact a ProviderThe next step in setting up your Minstrel S is contacting your chosen network provider to set up a Wireless IP service account. The network provider you selected previously and the EID of your Minstrel S are shown on the Contact a Provider screen. To set up a Wireless IP service account, contact the provider you have chosen using the phone number shown after the provider’s name in the NP: field. Record the EID of your Minstrel S as you will have to provide the EID to the network provider when setting up the account.Once your provider has given you an IP address and DNS addresses, you can advance to the next step by tapping the Next>> button.
Setup Wizard 47Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058If you wish to change the network provider, tap the <<Back button until you reach the Network Provider screen and then select another provider as explained in the section entitled Network Provider.
Setup Wizard 48Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058SettingsIn order to configure your Minstrel S, you must enter the network addresses supplied by your net-work provider in the Settings screen.To enter the IP address, tap to select the first segment of the IP Address: field. Delete the selected text and enter in the first segment of the IP address as given to you by your network provider.
Setup Wizard 49Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Repeat this for the second, third, and fourth segments of the IP Address: field.Enter the primary and secondary DNS addresses in the same way in the Primary DNS: and Sec-ondary DNS: fields, respectivelyOnce the network addresses have been entered correctly, tap the Next>> button to advance to the next step.
Setup Wizard 50Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Confirm SettingsThe Confirm Settings screen shows the network addresses entered in the previous step.If the addresses are incorrect, tap <<Back to change the addresses.If the addresses shown are correct, tap Next>>.
Setup Wizard 51Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058The software will save the settings and power down the modem before moving on to the next step.
Setup Wizard 52Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Auto ConfigThe Auto Config screen confirms that your Minstrel S has been configured. The next step in configuration is testing the network registration. Because it may take some time for your network provider to activate your Wireless IP account, you may need to wait before advancing to the next step. Your network provider will tell you how long it will take when you set up your account. If you know your account has already been activated, tap the Don’t Wait button to move to the next step.
Setup Wizard 53Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058If it will take some time to activate your account, wait the specified time and then tap the Next>> button to advance.
Setup Wizard 54Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Check NetworkThe Check Network screen contains three check boxes which indicate the status as the network registration is tested.When you first advance to this step, the modem will attempt to connect to the Wireless IP network, showing the progression of the connection in the Service Connection Progress window at the bottom of the screen.
Setup Wizard 55Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058When all three of the check boxes are checked, the modem has successfully registered to the net-work. Once the modem has registered, tap Next>> to advance to the next step.If the modem is not able to register, you may need to contact your network provider to verify the addresses you entered and that your account is active. If you need to change any of the settings entered previously, tap the <<Back button.
Setup Wizard 56Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058SuccessfulThe Successful screen confirms that your Minstrel S has been successfully configured and pro-vides information about third party applications.Tap Done to close the Setup Wizard utility and return to Modem Manager, where the modem will register to the network.
Modem Manager 57Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Modem Manager
Modem Manager 58Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Introduction to Modem ManagerThe Modem Manager software provides you with control over the connection to the Wireless IP network and status information about the Minstrel S.Navigating Modem ManagerThe Minstrel screen is the main interface used in the Modem Manager software. Tapping the Menu icon when you are in this screen opens the Modem Manager menu bar. As described in the sections below, this menu bar provides access to the various features of the Modem Manager software, including detailed status information and commands for controlling the operation of the modem. Minstrel MenuThe Minstrel menu includes commands used for controlling the network connection and configur-ing the modem.
Modem Manager 59Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058The table below lists the commands that can be found in the Minstrel menu and the action that occurs when the command is selected.Advanced MenuThe Advanced menu provides access to more advanced features and controls for the Minstrel S.Command ActionDisconnect The active PPP session is closed. If the Auto Power Off feature is disabled, the modem will stay registered to the Wireless IP network.Shutdown The modem de-registers from the Wireless IP network and powers off, closing any active PPP sessions.Reconnect The modem attempts to re-establish a connection to the Wireless IP network.Network Prefs The Network Preferences panel of the Palm OS is opened.Setup Wizard The Setup Wizard utility is started.
Modem Manager 60Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058The table below lists the commands that can be found in the Advanced menu and the action that occurs when the command is selected. Help MenuThe Help menu provides access to information about the software and hardware versions of your Minstrel S.The table below lists the commands that can be found in the Help menu and the action that occurs when the command is selected.Command ActionConfig The Config screen is opened.Status The Advanced Status screen is opened.Push Config The Push Message Configuration screen is opened.Term in al The Terminal screen is opened.Ping The Ping screen is opened.Command ActionModem Info A window containing information about the Minstrel S modem, including the EID and hardware and firmware version number, is displayed.About A window containing information about the Modem Manager software, including the software version num-ber, is displayed.
Modem Manager 61Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Starting Modem ManagerIf your Minstrel S is not inserted into the Visor’s Springboard expansion slot, simply insert the Min-strel S and the Modem Manager software will start, automatically connecting you to the Wireless IP network.If your Minstrel S is already attached to the Visor, tap the Applications icon and then the Minstrel icon to start Modem Manager.The following screen will appear briefly when Modem Manager launches.
Modem Manager 62Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058The Modem Manager software will begin establishing a connection to a Wireless IP network pro-vider by initializing the modem.Then, the modem will attempt to find an available Wireless IP network provider.Once the modem finds a Wireless IP provider, information is exchanged between the modem and the provider’s network.
Modem Manager 63Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058The network connection is established once the information exchange is complete.Once a connection to the network provider has been established, the Minstrel screen will appear, showing the status of the connection. For more information on the Minstrel screen refer to the section entitled Minstrel.
Modem Manager 64Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058MinstrelThe main screen of the Modem Manager program is labeled Minstrel. This screen shows basic modem and network connection status information and provides access to the other features and screens of the Modem Manager through a menu bar.FieldsThe fields shown in the Minstrel screen are listed below, along with a brief explanation of their meaning.Field DescriptionCellular Signal Present When this box is checked, the modem has found a cellular signal.CDPD Service Detected When the box is checked, it indicates the pres-ence of Wireless IP service which the modem can use. This may not necessarily be the service pro-vider with which you have a subscription, but shows that there is Wireless IP service available at your current location. Modem Ready Registered When this box is checked, the modem is con-nected to the Wireless IP network. Your modem is ready to send and receive data once the con-nection is made.Minstrel Battery The battery status bar shows the amount of charge left on the Minstrel’s battery. RSSI This status bar shows the strength of the signal being received from the Wireless IP network.
Modem Manager 65Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Error Detect When this box is checked, an error in communica-tions with the Wireless IP network has been detected. The modem will attempt to re-establish the communication with the network.System Busy This box will be checked when the Wireless IP network is busy. The cause is normally too many users on the network. You may notice a decline in the performance of sending and receiving data.Wireless Provider When registered, this text field shows the identi-fier (SPI) of the Wireless IP network provider being used.RF Channel This text field shows the number of the Wireless IP channel which you are currently using to send and receive data. Each channel number repre-sents a range of frequencies. If the unit is not reg-istered or is searching for a channel, the value displayed will be either Searching A or Search-ing B, depending on which side of the Wireless IP network is being scanned. Registration Error This text field indicates whether or not an error has occurred during the attempt to register. If None is displayed, registration was successful. If a number is displayed, there was an error during registration. Each of the possible numbers, 1 through 7, correspond to a specific registration error. To read an description of the error, tap on the text box of the Registration Error field. A window will open explaining the error.Field Description
Modem Manager 66Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058ControlsShutdown ButtonIn order to provide easy control over the network connection, there is also a Shutdown button at the bottom of the screen.When this button is tapped, the modem de-registers from the Wireless IP network and powers off.Menu BarBy tapping the Menu icon, you can open the Modem Manager menu bar when the Minstrel screen is active. This menu bar provides access to various commands used to control and config-ure the modem. For more information about the menu bar, refer to Navigating Modem Manager in the section Introduction to Modem Manager.
Modem Manager 67Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058ConfigThe Config screen provides access to the configurable settings and features of the Minstrel S. Opening the Config ScreenTo open this screen, tap the Menu icon when the Minstrel screen is open and select Config from the Advanced menu.Changing the ConfigurationTo change any of the configuration settings, tap on the text box or pick list for that field. For more information on each of the fields and their associated settings, refer to the Fields section. Once the fields have been changed as required, tap the Save button to save the new settings to the Minstrel S. NOTE: Unless instructed to do so by your service provider, you will not normally need to change any of these settings. If you wish, you can run the Setup Wizard program to guide you through the configuration changes.
Modem Manager 68Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058FieldsIP AddressThe IP Address text field shows the current IP address of your Minstrel S. This value should not be changed unless you are instructed to do so by your Wireless IP network provider.To edit the IP address, tap the text of the IP Address field to open the IP Address Entry window. In this window, you can directly edit the IP address as you would normal text. Primary DNSThe Primary DNS text field shows the current primary DNS address for your Minstrel S. This value should not be changed unless you are instructed to do so by your Wireless IP network pro-vider.To edit the primary DNS address, tap the text of the Primary DNS field to open the Primary DNS Entry window. In this window, you can directly edit the primary DNS address as you would normal text.
Modem Manager 69Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Secondary DNSThe Secondary DNS text field shows the current primary DNS address for your Minstrel S. This value should not be changed unless you are instructed to do so by your Wireless IP network pro-vider.To edit the primary DNS address, tap the text of the Secondary DNS field to open the Secondary DNS Entry window. In this window, you can directly edit the secondary DNS address as you would normal text. Auto Power OffThe Auto Power Off field shows whether the Auto Power Off feature of the Minstrel S is enabled or disabled. If this feature is Enabled, any time the active PPP session is closed the modem will de-register from the network and power off. If it is Disabled, closing the PPP session will not cause the modem to de-register.To change the setting for the Auto Power Off field, tap to open the pick list and then tap to select either Disabled or Enabled as desired.
Modem Manager 70Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Sleep ModeThe Sleep Mode field indicates whether sleep mode is disabled or enabled. If this feature is Enabled, when the modem is not actively sending or receiving data, it will enter a low current con-sumption mode called sleep mode. If it is Disabled, the modem will never enter this mode.To change the setting for the Sleep Mode field, tap to open the pick list and then tap to select either Disabled or Enabled as desired.Network ProviderThe Network Provider field indicates what side of the Wireless IP network your Minstrel S is con-figured to use. Each area of the Wireless IP network has an A side and a B side, with a single net-work provider assigned to each side. The side a network provider is assigned to may change between service areas. If the Network Provider field is set to A Only, the modem will only scan the A side of the network for usable channels. If it is set to B Only, only the B side will be used. Setting this field to Prefer A means that the modem will scan the A side first and then the B side. Prefer B sets the modem to scan side B and then A.To change the setting for the Network Provider field, tap to open the pick list and select the new value you wish to have your modem configured with.
Modem Manager 71Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058SPI, SPNI, WASIThe SPI, SPNI, WASI field displays the current settings for the various network identifiers, sepa-rated by slashes. The first number shown is the Service Provider Identifier, or SPI. This number is a globally used identifier for the network provider the modem is currently using. The middle num-ber is the Service Provider Network Identifier, or SPNI, which identifies the specific network region or domain you are currently in. The final number is the Wide Area Service Identifier, or WASI. The WASI represents a group of network providers that have agreed to provide service over a large geographic area.To change any of these identifiers, tap the text field to open the Service Group Entry window. You can directly edit any of these values as you would normal text.Service ID PrefSome network providers have set up roaming agreements, similar to that used by cellular phones, to expand their coverage areas. Therefore, you can use a different network provider than the one you have an account with if there is a roaming agreement in place. The Service ID Pref field con-trols how the modem uses your chosen network provider and other providers. If it is set to Only SvcID, the modem will only use the network provider entered during the initial configuration done using the Setup Wizard utility. PreferSvcID indicates that the modem will first try to register with your chosen network provider, but if it cannot, it will attempt to use another provider. Selecting IgnoreSvcID or Any SvcID tells the modem to use the first available network provider it finds.
Modem Manager 72Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058To change the Service ID Pref setting, tap to open the pick list and select the setting you wish to use. Channel Hot ListThe Channel Hot List field contains a list of your most commonly used channels. A channel is a range of frequencies used for sending and receiving data that is represented by a number. How this list is used is determined by the setting of the Hot List Operation field.This list is automatically updated by information provided by the Wireless IP network, but if you wish to change the channels in the Channel Hot List field, tap the Details box to open the Chan-nel Hot List window where you can directly edit the list.Hot List OperationThe Hot List Operation field indicates how the channels in the Channel Hot List are used. If Scan All is selected, all available channels will be scanned. If Use List is selected, only the chan-nels in the Channel Hot List will be used. When this field is set to Hybrid, first the channels in the Channel Hot List will be scanned. If no usable channels are found, the modem will scan all the other channels.
Modem Manager 73Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058To change the Hot List Operation field, tap to open the pick list and select the setting you wish to use.Controls Defaults ButtonTap the Defaults button to change the settings shown in the Config screen back to their factory defaults.NOTE: Using this button will change fields that are vital to maintaining registration, including the network addresses. If you use this feature, you will need to completely re-configure your modem using Setup Wizard before you can register to the Wireless IP network again. If you do tap this button accidentally, tap Done to close the window without saving the changes.
Modem Manager 74Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Save ButtonTap the Save button to save any changes you have made to the settings. The settings will be saved and the modem will power off and then on again to ensure the changes take effect.Done ButtonTap the Done button to close the Config screen without saving any changes you have made to the settings.
Modem Manager 75Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Detailed StatusThe Detailed Status screen shows more detailed status information about the network connection and the modem. Opening the Detailed Status ScreenTo access this screen, tap the Menu icon when the Minstrel screen is open and select Status from the Advanced menu.
Modem Manager 76Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058FieldsThe fields shown on this screen are listed in the table below along with an explanation of the value displayed.Field DescriptionCDPD This text field indicates the status of communications between the modem and the Wireless IP or CDPD network. This field will show SEARCH when the modem is searching for an avail-able network connection and ACQ’D when the modem has acquired a connection.RSSI This text field shows the strength of the signal currently being received in dBm.Color This field displays the color code of the service area you are currently in. Color codes are used by the Wireless IP network to coordinate channel usage and interference.Chan This field shows the Wireless IP channel being used for send-ing and receiving data. Each channel number represents a range of frequencies.CellID This field displays the identifier for the Wireless IP base station that the Minstrel is currently using.FBLER This field represents the rate of errors in data transmission from the Wireless IP network to your Minstrel S as a percent-age of the data transferred.RBLER This field represents the rate of errors in data transmission from your Minstrel S to the Wireless IP network as a percent-age of the data transferred.Side This field shows which side of the Wireless IP network is being used or scanned. Each area of the network has an A side and a B side, with a single network provider assigned to a side.PL This field will display an number between 2 and 7. These num-bers indicate the current power level your Minstrel S is trans-mitting at, with 2 being the highest power level and 7 being the lowest.SPI The SPI field shows an identifier for the network provider the Minstrel is currently registered to called the Service Provider Identifier. This number is used globally for each specific net-work provider.WASI The WASI, or Wide Area Service Identifier, field displays the unique identifier used for a group of network providers that have agreed to provide service over a large geographic area.
Modem Manager 77Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058SPNI This field shows the Service Provider Network Identifier, which is used to identify a specific network region or domain for a ser-vice provider.PwrPrd The value shown in this field is sent by the Wireless IP network to indicate the power the modem should transmit at. BattLvl The number shown for this field is the current voltage of the internal Lithium-Ion battery, which indicates the amount of charge left in the battery. The maximum battery voltage is approximately 4.2 V. If the battery voltage goes lower than about 3.0 V, the modem will automatically power off to main-tain. The battery status indicator LED will start flashing red before this point.TEI This field indicates the Temporary Equipment Identifier that has been assigned to your Minstrel S by the Wireless IP network. As you move into different service areas, the TEI will change. RegErr This field will show a number between 0 and 7 indicating any errors in the registration process. Each number represents a specific error, with 0 indicating no registration error.Link This field indicates the current status of communications with the Wireless IP network. It will show Locked when the unit has synchronized to a channel and completed registration. Searching will be displayed if the modem is still searching for the Wireless IP network in the area.IP This field displays the IP address for your Minstrel S.EID This field displays the Equipment Identifier (EID) of your Min-strel S. The EID is a unique number assigned to your modem by the manufacturer.Field Description
Modem Manager 78Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058ControlsDone ButtonTap the Done button to close the Detailed Status screen and return to the Minstrel screen.
Modem Manager 79Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Push Message ConfigurationThe Push Message Configuration screen allows you to enable or disable the push message fea-ture of the Minstrel S.Push messaging allows you to receive notification of messages even when a PPP session is not active.Opening the Push Message Configuration ScreenTo access this screen, tap the Menu icon when the main Minstrel screen is open and select Push Config from the Advanced menu.
Modem Manager 80Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058ControlsTo enable push messaging, tap the Enabled box. To disable push messaging, tap the Disabled box.The new setting will automatically be saved to the modem as soon as the box is tapped. In order to save the settings, the modem must power off and then power on again.
Modem Manager 81Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058To close the Push Message Configuration screen and return to the Minstrel screen, tap the Done button.
Modem Manager 82Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058TerminalThe Terminal screen provides an internal terminal emulator for communication with the Minstrel S, allowing you to further customize the operation of your Minstrel using the AT command set. AT commands are commands used to control various types of modems. Wireless IP modems have their own set of AT commands, which contains some of the commands used by wireline modems but also includes commands specific to Wireless IP modems. Opening the Terminal ScreenTo access this screen, tap the Menu icon when the Minstrel screen is active and select Terminal from the Advanced menu.
Modem Manager 83Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058ControlsOnLine ButtonTap the OnLine button to open communications with the Minstrel S.OffLine ButtonTap the OffLine button to close communications between the terminal emulator and the Minstrel S.
Modem Manager 84Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Cmd Pick ListIn the bottom, right-hand corner of the Terminal screen there is a pick list labeled Cmd. This pick list contains some of the more common AT commands. To send one of these commands, simply tap to open the pick list and tap to select the command. It will automatically be sent to the Minstrel S.Command Entry LineAt the bottom of the Terminal screen, right above the OnLine, OffLine, and Done buttons, there is a dotted line. By tapping on this line, you can make a cursor appear which allows you to enter any text you wish to send to the Minstrel S.When entering commands this way, you must tap Send to send the command to the Minstrel, as it will not be sent automatically.
Modem Manager 85Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Send ButtonTap the Send button to send any commands entered on the Command Entry Line to the Minstrel S.Clear ButtonTap the Clear button to clear any text from the text display area.
Modem Manager 86Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Baud Rate Pick ListIn the top corner of the Terminal screen, there is a pick list that allows you to select the baud rate to be used between the Minstrel S and the terminal emulator. The Minstrel S is set to communi-cate at 19200 bps.Done ButtonTap the Done button to close the Terminal and go back to the Minstrel screen.
Modem Manager 87Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058PingThe Ping screen enables you to ping another IP address to see if it is accessible. Opening the Ping ScreenTo open this screen, tap the Menu icon when the Minstrel screen is open and select Ping from the Advanced menu.
Modem Manager 88Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058FieldsIPThis IP: field displays the IP address you wish to ping. Each segment of this value can be edited by tapping on the dotted line and changing the text on that line.SizeThe Size: field displays the size of the packet you wish to send to the chosen IP address. This value can be edited by tapping on the dotted line and changing the text on that line.StatusThe status of the ping will be shown below the Size: field.
Modem Manager 89Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058ControlsSend ButtonOnce the IP address and size are entered, tap the Send button to ping the address.Done ButtonTap the Done button to close the Ping screen and return to the Minstrel screen.
Glossary 90Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Glossary
Glossary 91Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Glossary A-HAT commandsAT commands are commands used to control a modem. Wireless IP modems have their own set of AT command. This set of commands contains some of the commands used by wireline modems but also includes commands specific to Wireless IP modems.auto power offAuto power off is a feature of the Minstrel S that, when enabled, will cause the modem to de-register and power off whenever the active PPP session is closed.CDPD CDPD, or Cellular Digital Packet Data, is a Wireless IP technology developed for use on cellular phone frequencies. CDPD uses unused cellular channels to transmit data in pack-ets. To send and receive data across the Internet, the Minstrel S must first register to the CDPD network. channelThe range of Wireless IP frequencies used to transmit and receive data is broken up into channels, which act as individual paths for communication. Each of these channels is assigned a number.de-registrationDe-registration involves disconnecting and closing the communication path being used on the CDPD network. When the modem is de-registered, it can no longer send or receive data across the network.Equipment Identifier (EID)Every wireless IP modem manufactured has a unique serial number associated with it, which is referred to as the Equipment Identifier or EID. Each EID consists of six sets of two hexadecimal numbers that are often separated by a period (“.”), as in the sample EID 00.60.D6.04.BC.FE.flash memoryFlash memory is a type of memory that is easily updatable and retains its contents when power is removed. The Minstrel S has its own flash memory which holds the Minstrel’s software and has room to hold other applications and data. The File Mover utility can be used to move or copy items to the Minstrel’s flash. The Minstrel S Updater utility writes updates to the Minstrel software to the flash.hot listThe Minstrel S keeps a list of most recently used channels called the hot list. When the Minstrel S attempts to register, it will use this list as dictated by the Hot List Operation field in the Config screen.
Glossary 92Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Glossary I-RIP addressAs with personal computers that access the Internet, modems using CDPD technology also have a static Internet Protocol (IP) address, which is used to identify the node or access point for the modem on the Internet. The network provider assigns this IP address. Network Preferences panelThe Network Preferences panel is part of the Palm OS and contains information regarding how the Visor communicates with other devices, including the Minstrel S. These prefer-ences can be configured for the Minstrel S using the Setup Wizard utility.network providerThe Minstrel S modem works with the Wireless IP network. To access the Internet using this network, an account with a network provider must be set up. For information on avail-ability and rates, contact a network provider in the area. pingPing stands for Packet Internet Groper and is a utility that is used to determine if a specific IP address is accessible. It works by sending a packet of data to the IP address in ques-tion and waits for a reply to.PPP sessionPPP, or Point-to-Point Protocol, is a method of connecting a device to the Internet. In order for the Minstrel S to send and receive information across the Internet, a PPP session must first be established. A session is automatically opened when the modem registers to the network.primary DNS addressAs with personal computers that access the Internet, modems using CDPD technology must also have access to a Domain Name Server (DNS). The DNS translates Universal Resource Locators (URLs) such as World Wide Web addresses or domain names into IP addresses and is shared by multiple devices. In order to get the translated IP addresses, the modem will try to connect to the server with the primary DNS address. If the modem cannot connect to this address, it will try to connect using the secondary DNS address.push messagingPush messaging is a technology that allows you to receive notification of a waiting mes-sage through the Wireless IP network without having a PPP session open. Auto power off mode must be disabled for this feature to work.registrationIn order to send and receive data across the Internet, a CDPD modem must first register to the CDPD network. This involves selection of an appropriate channel to use and inter-action with various systems in the CDPD network to set up a path for communication.
Glossary 93Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Glossary S-VscanningThe Minstrel S will look for the best cellular channel to use for data transmission by scan-ning through the channels. This involves measuring the signal strength of various chan-nels to determine which is the strongest and, therefore, most reliable. secondary DNS addressAs with personal computers that access the Internet, modems using CDPD technology must also have access to a Domain Name Server (DNS). The DNS translates Universal Resource Locators (URLs) such as World Wide Web addresses or domain names into IP addresses and is shared by multiple devices. If the modem cannot connect to the DNS using the primary address, it will try to connect using the secondary DNS address.segmentEach network address consists of four numeric segments, which are divided by a period ("."). sideEach Wireless IP service area is divided into two sides, which are labeled A and B. A sin-gle carrier or service provider is assigned to each side. How these sides are used is dic-tated by the setting of the Network Provider field in the Config screen. Note that the side associated with a selected service provider may change with the service area. sleep modeThe Minstrel S can be configured to automatically enter sleep mode when the modem is not actively transmitting or receiving data. In this mode, the modem will consume very lit-tle power, thus extending the host device's battery life.SPIThe SPI is an identifier for a Wireless IP network provider and is called the Service Pro-vider Identifier. This number is used globally for each specific network provider. SPNIThe SPNI is the Service Provider Network Identifier, which is used to identify a specific network region or domain for a Wireless IP network provider.TEIA TEI is a Temporary Equipment Identifier and is assigned to your Minstrel S by the Wire-less IP network upon registration. The TEI changes as you move into different service areas.terminal emulatorA terminal emulator allows you to communicate with a device directly. The Terminal screen provides this functionality.
Glossary 94Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Glossary W-ZWASIThe WASI, or Wide Area Service Identifier, is a unique identifier for a group of network pro-viders that have agreed to provider service over a large geographic area comprising of many SPNIs.Wireless IPWireless IP is a group of wireless protocols used to access the Internet. CDPD, which is used by the Minstrel S, is one of the protocols.
Index 95Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Index
Index 96Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Index A-CoAAbout command 60AC adapter 11accountactivation time 52Wireless IP 14Advanced menu 59AT commands, definition 91Auto Config screen 52auto power off 18, 59definition 91Auto Power Off field 69Bbattery 11level 77battery LED 9BattLvl field 77baud rate 86button 7configuring 34CCDPD, definition 91CDPD field 76CDPD Service Detected field 64CellID field 76Cellular Signal Present field 64Chan field 76changing the channels in the Hot List 72configuration 22, 67IP address 68primary DNS address 68secondary DNS address 69SPI 71SPNI 71WASI 71way the channel hot list is used 72Channel Hot List field 72channel, definition 91charging the battery 11Check Network screen 54closing the PPP session 18Color field 76Config command 60
Index 97Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Index Co - EmConfig screen 22, 67Defaults button 73Done button 74opening 67Save button 74configurationchanging 22, 67successful 56configuring thebutton 34Minstrel 14Visor 44confirming settings 50connecting the Minstrel to the Visor 13connecting to the Internet 15network 17contacting a network provider 46copying items from the Minstrel S 30to the Minstrel S 28customer support 5Ddata LED 8DC jack 7, 11deleting items from the Minstrel S 32de-registering 17, 21definition 91Detailed Status screen 75Done button 78disabling auto power off 69push messaging 80sleep mode 70Disconnect command 59disconnecting from the network 17DNS addresses 48, 50definition 92EEID 60definition 91EID field 77
Index 98Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Index En-Ldenabling auto power off 69push messaging 80sleep mode 70entering commands manually 84entering network addresses 48Error Detect field 65errors in registration 65exiting Setup Wizard 38FFBLER field 76File Mover 26starting 26flash memory 23, 26copying items 28, 30definition 91deleting items 32moving items 28, 30viewing contents 26Ggetting started 4HHelp menu 60Hot List Operation field 72hot list, definition 91HotSync button 35Iinserting the Minstrel 13installing the software 12Internet 15introduction to Modem Manager 58Setup Wizard 38IP address 48, 50definition 92IP Address field 68IP field 77, 88Llaunching applications with the button 34
Index 99Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Index Le-OuLEDs 8Link field 77Mmanaging the network connection 17menu bar 58, 66message waiting LED 8Minstrel Battery field 64Minstrel menu 58Minstrel S Updater 23Minstrel screen 58, 64Modem Info command 60Modem Manager 10, 15, 39, 57introduction 58navigating 58starting 61modem overview 7Modem Ready Registered field 64moving items from the Minstrel S 30to the Minstrel S 28Nnavigating Modem Manager 58Setup Wizard 38network connection 17Network Preferences panel 59definition 92Network Prefs command 59network provider 41, 52contacting 46definition 92selecting 41Network Provider field 70network registration, checking 54Oopening the Config screen 67Detailed Status screen 75Ping screen 87Push Message Configuration screen 79Terminal screen 82
Index 100Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Index Ov-Roverviewmodem 7software 10PPing screen 87Done button 89Ping command 60Send button 89ping status 88pinging 87definition 92PL field 76Power Switch 19starting 19powering off the Minstrel S 21powering on the Minstrel S 20PPP sessionclosing 18, 59definition 92Preferences panel 34primary DNS address 48, 50definition 92Primary DNS field 68Push Config command 60Push Message Configuration screen 79Done button 81push messaging 79definition 92PwrPrd field 77RRBLER field 76Reconnect command 59RegErr field 77registering 17, 20Registration Error field 65registrationdefinition 92testing 54requirements 6RF Channel field 65roaming 71RSSI field 64, 76
Index 101Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Index S-StSsaving changes 67saving the configuration 51scanning, definition 93secondary DNS address 48, 50definition 93Secondary DNS field 69segment, definition 93Service ID Pref field 71service LED 8Service Provider Identifier, definition 93Service Provider Network Identifier, definition 93settingsconfirming 50entering 48Setup Wizard 10, 14, 22, 37exiting 38introduction 38navigating 38starting 39, 59Shutdown button 66Shutdown command 59Side field 76sides, network 70definition 93Size field 88Sleep Mode field 70sleep mode, definition 93software overview 10updates 23installing 12SPI field 76SPI, definition 93SPI, SPNI, WASI field 71SPNI field 77SPNI, definition 93Springboard expansion slot 13starting File Mover 26Modem Manager 61Power Switch 19Setup Wizard 39Status command 60status indicator LEDs 7, 8status of ping 88stub antenna 7
Index 102Minstrel STM User Guide Version B90023058Index Su-Zsuccessful configuration 56support 5System Busy field 65Ttechnical support 5TEI field 77TEI, definition 93Terminal command 60terminal emulator 82definition 93Terminal screen 82Clear button 85Cmd pick list 84Done button 86OffLine button 83OnLine button 83Send button 85Uupdating the flash 23Vversionhardware 60software 60Visor 6, 13configuring 44Wwaiting for account activation 52WASI field 76WASI, definition 94welcome 5Wide Area Service Identifier, definition 94wireless IP service 6Wireless IP, definition 94Wireless Provider field 65working with the Minstrel S 16

Navigation menu