Panasonic of North America 9TGCF-18A Personal Computer Model CF-18 Family User Manual Supplementary Instructions for HSDPA UMTS Modem

Panasonic Corporation of North America Personal Computer Model CF-18 Family Supplementary Instructions for HSDPA UMTS Modem

User Manual for Novatel HSDPA36 for use in CF 18

1This manual contains supplementary instructions regarding the use of the computer. It ex-plains the cases where the operation of the computer differs from that in the Operating In-structions.Your computer is equipped with the HSDPA/UMTS modem enabling you to communicateusing radio frequencies.ContentsPrecautions .................................................................. 2Names and Functions of Parts ................................... 6Installing/Removing a SIM Card ................................. 9Installing the Software .............................................. 11Appendix .................................................................... 18Specifications ............................................................ 19NOTE:NOTE provides a useful fact or helpful information.CAUTION:CAUTION indicates a condition that may result in minor or moder-ate injury. Enter : This illustration means to press the [Enter] key.[start] - [Run]: This illustration means to click [start], then to click [Run].(For some applications, you may need to double-click.) :Where to go for referred information. : This illustration means to refer to the Reference Manual, which isavailable on your computer.Some of the illustrations in this manual may differ slightly in shape from the actualitems in order to make the explanation easier to understand.The “CD/DVD drive” is a description about drives, such as CD-ROM, DVD-ROM &CD-R/RW and DVD MULTI drives.About the abbreviations in this manual, refer to the table on page 18.Illustrations and Terminology in this ManualSupplementary Instructionsfor HSDPA/UMTS ModemModel No. CF-18/CF-29 Series
2The following safety precautions must be observed during all phases of the operation, usage,service or repair of any Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating HSDPA/UMTS modem. Manufacturers of the cellular terminal are advised to convey the followingsafety information to users and operating personnel and to incorporate these guidelines intoall manuals supplied with the product. Failure to comply with these precautions violatessafety standards of design, manufacture and intended use of the product. Panasonic assumesno liability for customer failure to comply with these precautions.When in a hospital or other health care facility, observe the restrictions on the useof mobiles. Switch Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporatingHSDPA/UMTS modem off, if instructed to do so by the guidelines posted in sen-sitive areas. Medical equipment may be sensitive to RF energy.The operation of cardiac pacemakers, other implanted medical equipment andhearing aids can be affected by interference from Personal Computer or HandheldComputer incorporating HSDPA/UMTS modem placed close to the device. If indoubt about potential danger, contact the physician or the manufacturer of thedevice to verify that the equipment is properly shielded. Pacemaker patients areadvised to keep their Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporatingHSDPA/UMTS modem away from the pacemaker, while it is on.Switch off Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating HSDPA/UMTSmodem before boarding an aircraft. Make sure it cannot be switched on inadvertently.The operation of wireless appliances in an aircraft is forbidden to prevent interferencewith communications systems. Failure to observe these instructions may lead to thesuspension or denial of cellular services to the offender, legal action, or both.Do not operate Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating HSDPA/UMTS modem in the presence of flammable gases or fumes. Switch off the cellu-lar terminal when you are near petrol stations, fuel depots, chemical plants orwhere blasting operations are in progress. Operation of any electrical equipmentin potentially explosive atmospheres can constitute a safety hazard.Your Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating HSDPA/UMTS mo-dem receives and transmits radio frequency energy while switched on. Rememberthat interference can occur if it is used close to TV sets, radios, computers or inad-equately shielded equipment. Follow any special regulations and always switch offPersonal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating HSDPA/UMTS modemwherever forbidden, or when you suspect that it may cause interference or danger.Safety PrecautionsPrecautions
3Road safety comes first! Do not use a Personal Computer or Handheld Computer in-corporating HSDPA/UMTS modem while driving a vehicle. Do not place the com-puter with HSDPA/UMTS modem in an area where it could cause personal injury tothe driver or passengers. It is recommended to stow the unit in the boot or securestowage area while driving.Do not place the computer with HSDPA/UMTS modem in an area over an air bag orin the vicinity where an air bag may deploy.Air bags inflate with great force and if the computer with HSDPA/UMTS modem isplaced in the air bag deployment area may be propelled with great force and causeserious injury to occupants of the vehicle.
4For U.S.A.Precautions<CF-18 Series>Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference StatementNote: This equipment 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 protectionagainst harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radi-ate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, maycause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interferencewill not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio ortelevision reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encour-aged 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 receiveris connected.Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.WarningTo assure continued compliance, use only shielded interface cables when connecting to acomputer or peripheral. Also, any changes or modifications not expressly approved by theparty responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.FCC RF Exposure Warning:This equipment is provided with PC Card slot that could be used with wireless transmit-ters, which will be specifically recommended when they become available.Other third-party wireless transmitters have not been RF exposure evaluated for use withthis computer and may not comply with FCC RF exposure requirements.This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncon-trolled environment.This equipment has been approved for portable operation, and unless otherwise advisedin separate supplemental instructions for individual wireless transmitter(s), requires mini-mum 1.5 cm spacing be provided between antenna(s) and all person’s body (excludingextremities of hands, wrist and feet) during wireless modes of operation.This equipment may use multiple installed transmitters, which may be capable of simul-taneous transmission.This equipment is provided with external antenna connector(s) for connection to optionalCar Mounter or Port Replicator for mobile external mounted antenna(s). External antenna(s)must be professionally installed and cannot exceed recommended maximum antenna gainas described in individual provided supplement instructions for wireless transmitters. Also,user must maintain minimum 20 cm spacing between external antenna(s) and all person’sbody (excluding extremities of hands, wrist and feet) during wireless modes of operation.This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may causeundesired operation.Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North AmericaOne Panasonic WaySecaucus, NJ 07094Tel No:1-800-LAPTOP5 (1-800-527-8675)
5<CF-29 Series>Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference StatementNote: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class Bdigital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to providereasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipmentgenerates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used inaccordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. Ifthis equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can bedetermined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct theinterference 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 receiveris connected.Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.WarningTo assure continued compliance, use only shielded interface cables when connecting to acomputer or peripheral. Also, any changes or modifications not expressly approved by theparty responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.FCC RF Exposure Warning:This equipment is provided with PC Card slot that could be used with wireless transmitters,which will be specifically recommended when they become available.Other third-party wireless transmitters have not been RF exposure evaluated for use withthis computer and may not comply with FCC RF exposure requirements.This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolledenvironment.This equipment has been approved for mobile operation, and unless otherwise advised inseparate supplemental instructions for individual wireless transmitter(s), requires minimum20 cm spacing be provided between antenna(s) and all person’s body (excludingextremities of hands, wrist and feet) during wireless modes of operation.This equipment may use multiple installed transmitters, which may be capable ofsimultaneous transmission.This equipment is provided with external antenna connector(s) for connection to optionalCar Mounter or Port Replicator for mobile external mounted antenna(s). Externalantenna(s) must be professionally installed and cannot exceed recommended maximumantenna gain as described in individual provided supplement instructions for wirelesstransmitters. Also, user must maintain minimum 20 cm spacing between externalantenna(s) and all person’s body (excluding extremities of hands, wrist and feet) dur-ing wireless modes of operation.This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may causeundesired operation.Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North AmericaOne Panasonic WaySecaucus, NJ 07094Tel No:1-800-LAPTOP5 (1-800-527-8675)
6Names and Functions of PartsSIM Card Slot( page 9)Except the followings, refer to the Operating Instructions for the computer.Antenna(Appearance may differ depending on specifications.)LED Indicators( page 8)<CF-18 Series>HSDPA/UMTS Modem Switch( page 8)
7SIM Card Slot( page 9)<CF-29 Series>AntennaLED Indicators( page 8)(Appearance may differ depending on specifications.)HSDPA/UMTS Modem Switch( page 8)
8 HSDPA/UMTS Modem SwitchYou can use this switch to power on and off the HSDPA/UMTSmodem independently from the computer, regardless of the computerpower status.This function depends on the setting of the Setup Utility.Names and Functions of PartsLED DescriptionPower On Indication:A green LED will be used to signal when the HSDPA/UMTS modemhas been powered on.Ring Indication:This LED remains dark.Status Indication:The LED lights while the HSDPA/UMTS modem is running.The HSDPA/UMTS Modem Switch will not operate for approxi-mately 5 seconds after the HSDPA/UMTS modem is turned onor off.If the HSDPA/UMTS Modem Switch is pressed and does notoperate, wait for more than 5 seconds and press the switch again.In the Setup Utility, you can also set the HSDPA/UMTS modemto power on and off when the computer is powered on and off.NOTE
91Power off your computer and HSDPA/UMTS modem.2Installing a SIM cardInsert the SIM card into the SIM card slot withthe contact side facing downward and with thecut corner oriented as shown in the illustration.Close the cover.If the cover is not closed, the SIM card may jumpout when the computer falls.ContactCAUTIONDo not insert the SIM card upside down.Installing/Removing a SIM CardBefore using the HSDPA/UMTS modem, set a SIM card to the SIM card slot.CAUTIONDo not install/remove the SIM card when the HSDPA/UMTS modem’s power is on.SIM Card<CF-18 Series><CF-29 Series>Contact SIM Card
10Removing a SIM card1Push the card.It will come out of the slot a little bit.2Pull the card all the way out.<CF-18 Series><CF-29 Series>Installing/Removing a SIM Card
11Installing the Software<Only for CF-29L******/CF-29M******/CF-29N******/CF-29P****** series>Updating the BIOS and Embedded ControllerTo use the HSDPA/UMTS modem, before installing the software, be sure to update theBIOS and Embedded Controller if your computer’s BIOS version and Embedded Controllerversion are as follows.•BIOS version: V4.00L11, V4.00L12, or V5.00L11•Embedded Controller version: V4.00L10, V4.00L11, V4.00L12 or V4.00L13To check the BIOS version and Embedded controller version:1Turn on your computer and run the Setup Utility by pressing F2 while[Panasonic] boot screen is displayed.If [Enter the password] is displayed, input your Supervisor Password or UserPassword.2Confirm the versions by checking the following items in the [Information] menu.• [BIOS]• [Embedded Controller]You need to know the Supervisor Password or the User Password of the SetupUtility if it is set. Furthermore, you need to know the logon password of Win-dows administrator to update the BIOS and Embedded Controller.A CD/DVD drive is necessary for updating the BIOS and Embedded Controller.NOTEBefore Updating the BIOS and Embedded ControllerBefore updating the BIOS and Embedded Controller, perform the following steps.1Turn off the computer and insert the CD/DVD drive into themultimedia pocket. ( “Multimedia Pocket”)2Turn on the computer and log on to Windows with theadministrator authority.3Set the Wireless WAN (HSDPA/UMTS) Software CD-ROMin the CD/DVD drive.
124<For CF-29L******/CF-29M****** series>Input [x:*1\29LM\bios_29_4_r060067a_ec_29_4_m060043.exe]in [start] - [Run] and select [OK].<For CF-29N******/CF-29P****** series>Input [x:*1\29NP\bios_29_5_r060068a_ec_29_4_m060043.exe]in [start] - [Run] and select [OK].*1“x:” is the drive letter of the CD/DVD drive. Change this to match the drive letter onyour own computer.5Read “License Agreement” carefully, and select [Yes].If you select [No], the utility will be aborted.6Input the destination folder, and select [OK].Files will be extracted to the folder. (Default folder is “c:\upbiosec”)7The message “Unpacking of files completed.” will bedisplayed, and select [OK].8Remove the CD-ROM.9Make a BIOS update floppy disk.1Remove the CD/DVD drive and insert the floppy disk drive into theMultimedia Pocket. ( “Multimedia Pocket”)2Insert a new 2HD floppy disk in the floppy disk drive.3Format the floppy disk using the following procedure. (Be sure to make itbootable.)Select [start] - [My Computer], right-click on [3 1/2 Floppy (A:)] and select[Format].↓Add a check mark for [Create an MS-DOS startup disk], and select [Start].↓Follow the on-screen instructions.4Show hidden files on a floppy disk using the following procedure.Double-click [3 1/2 Floppy (A:)] and select [tool] - [Folder Options] - [View].↓Add a check mark for [Show hidden files and folders] in [Hidden files and folders].↓Installing the Software
13Remove a check mark from [Hide protected operating system files (Recommended)].↓Select [OK].5Delete all files except for the following:AUTOEXEC.BAT, COMMAND.COM, CONFIG.SYS, IO.SYS,MSDOS.SYS6Copy all the files you extracted to the [bios] folder in step 6 to the floppy disk.7Remove the floppy disk.10Make an Embedded Controller update floppy disk.1Repeat 2 to 5 from step 9 to prepare a second new floppy disk.2Copy all the files you extracted to the [ec] folder in step 6 to floppy disk.3Remove the floppy disk.11Save SETUP data.1Turn on or restart the computer and run the Setup Utility by pressing F2 while[Panasonic] boot screen is displayed.If [Enter the password] is displayed, input the Supervisor Password.2Disable the Supervisor password if it’s registered.3Write down all of the contents of the Setup Utility and then press F9 .At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter . (The SetupUtility settings will return to their default values.)CAUTION<Only for CF-29N******/CF-29P****** series>Be sure to write down the TPM settings on the [Security] menu.(Windows may become unstable if you do not restore the TPM settingsto their previous values after updating the BIOS.)
14CAUTIONBefore updating BIOS and Embedded Controller, connect AC adaptor, insertbattery pack and floppy disk drive correctly, and confirm any peripherals (e.g.PC card) except floppy disk drive is NOT connected.Updating the BIOS and Embedded Controller1Insert the Embedded Controller update floppy disk ( page 13step 10), and restart or turn on the computer.The computer boots from the floppy disk.2Input [pec29b4 29440160.ROM] and press Enter .3Follow the on-screen instructions.The computer will turn off after Embedded Controller has been updated.4Insert the BIOS update floppy disk ( page 12 step 9),and turn on the computer.The computer boots from the floppy disk.5<For CF-29L******/CF-29M****** series>Input [BU294L14] and press Enter .<For CF-29N******/CF-29P****** series>Input [BU295L13] and press Enter .6Follow the on-screen instructions.The computer will turn off after BIOS has been updated.7Restore SETUP data.1Turn on the computer and run the Setup Utility by pressing F2 while[Panasonic] boot screen is displayed.2Press F9 .At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter . (The SetupUtility settings will return to their default values.)Installing the Software
153Restore all the data saved in step 11 of “Before Updating the BIOS andEmbedded Controller” ( Page 13).CAUTION<Only for CF-29N******/CF-29P****** series>Be sure to restore the settings of TPM in [Security] menu.Windows may become unstable if you do not restore the TPM settingsto their previous values after updating the BIOS.4Input current date and time.5Select [Exit] menu and then select [Save Current Values], then press Enter .At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter .6Turn the computer off by sliding the power switch.
16Installing the SoftwareInstalling the Software1<For CF-18 series>Connect the CD/DVD drive to the USB port.<For CF-29 series>Insert the CD/DVD drive into the Multimedia Pocket. ( “Multimedia Pocket”)2Turn on or restart the computer, and run the Setup Utility bypressing F2 while [Panasonic] screen is displayed.If [Enter Password] is displayed, input the Supervisor Password.3Select the [Advanced] menu and confirm the following.[On & Off] is selected at [Power SYNC with PC].If [On & Off] is not set, confirm the power to the HSDPA/UMTS modem is on.4Save the settings and exit the Setup Utility.5Log on to Windows with the administrator authority.6Turn off the HSDPA/UMTS modem.7Set the Wireless WAN (HSDPA/UMTS) Software CD-ROM intothe CD/DVD drive.8Input [x:*1\setup.bat] in [start] - [Run] and select [OK].*1“x:” is the drive letter of the CD/DVD drive. Change this to match the drive letter onyour own computer.9Follow the on-screen instructions, and install the software.10When the installation completes, turn on the HSDPA/UMTS modem.Wait until the HSDPA/UMTS modem is recognized.11Remove the CD-ROM.
17How to access the Online ManualRunning MobiLinkUninstalling the softwareSelect “?” of the MobiLink control panel.Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Add or Remove Programs] - [Mobilink], and thenselect [Remove] to remove the program.CAUTIONDo not power the HSDPA/UMTS modem on or off while MobiLink is running.You can run MobiLink using either of the following procedures.Double-click on the desktop.Select [start]- [All Programs] - [Novatel Wireless] - [MobiLink].
18Setup UtilityThe parameters for [Wireless Modem] have been added in [Advanced] menu of the SetupUtility.EDGE Enhanced Data rates for Global EvolutionGPRS General Packet Radio ServiceHSDPA High Speed Downlink Packet AccessSIM Subscriber Identity ModuleUMTS Universal Mobile Telecommunications SystemAbbreviationsAppendix
19Specifications850/1900 MHz Class 4 (+21dBm)850 MHz Class E2 (+27dBm)1900 MHz Class E2 (+26dBm)850 MHz Class 4 (+33dBm)1900 MHz Class 1 (+30dBm)Category 123GPP Release 5MultiSlot Class 10Mobile Originated SMS (MO-SMS)Mobile Terminated SMS (MT-SMS)No SupportNo Support1.8/3V SIM SupportFrequency Band &Power ClassData CommunicationOther FeaturesSIMHSDPA/UMTSEDGEGPRSHSDPAUMTSEDGE/GPRSSMSFAXVoice
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