Panasonic of North America 9TGCF-293A Panasonic Toughbook w/ WLAN and GPRS User Manual 29mk3 GPRS 2X E SI pm6

Panasonic Corporation of North America Panasonic Toughbook w/ WLAN and GPRS 29mk3 GPRS 2X E SI pm6

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Supplemental Users Manual for EGPRS

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 OperatingInstructions.Your computer is equipped with GSM/GPRS/EGPRS enabling you to communicate usingradio frequencies.ContentsPrecautions .................................................................. 2Names and Functions of Parts ................................... 5Installing/Removing a SIM Card ................................. 7Installing the Software................................................. 8Appendix .................................................................... 13Specifications ............................................................ 14NOTE:NOTE provides a useful fact or helpful information.CAUTION:CAUTION indicates a condition that may result in minor or moder-ate injury.Windows 2000 : Information for Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional users.Windows XP : Information for Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional users.Tablet PC : Information for Microsoft® Windows® XP Tablet PC Edition users.[Start] - [Run]: This illustration means to click [Start], then to click [Run].(For some applications, you may need to double-click.)About the abbreviations in this manual, refer to the table on page 13.Windows 2000 screens are used in this manual when no specific OS notes are re-quired.Illustrations and Terminology in this ManualSupplementary Instructionsfor GSM/GPRS/EGPRSModel No. CF-29 Series
2The following safety precautions must be observed during all phases of the operation, us-age, service or repair of any Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem. Manufacturers of the cellular terminal are advised to convey the fol-lowing safety information to users and operating personnel and to incorporate these guide-lines into all manuals supplied with the product. Failure to comply with these precautionsviolates safety standards of design, manufacture and intended use of the product. Panasonicassumes no 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 incorporating GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem off, if instructed to do so by the guidelines posted in sensi-tive 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 GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem placed close to the device. Ifin doubt 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 incorporatingGSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem away from the pacemaker, while it is on.Switch off Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/GPRS/EGPRSmodem 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 GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem in the presence of flammable gases or fumes. Switch off thecellular 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 GSM/GPRS/EGPRSmodem 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 GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modemwherever forbidden, or when you suspect that it may cause interference or danger.Road safety comes first! Do not use a Personal Computer or Handheld Computerincorporating GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem while driving a vehicle. Do not place thecomputer with GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem in an area where it could cause personalinjury to the driver or passengers. It is recommended to stow the unit in the boot orsecure stowage area while driving.Safety PrecautionsPrecautions
3Do not place the computer with GSM/GPRS/EGPRS 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 GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem isplaced in the air bag deployment area may be propelled with great force and causeserious injury to occupants of the vehicle.IMPORTANT!Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/GPRS/EGPRS mo-dem operate using radio signals and cellular networks cannot be guaranteed toconnect in all conditions. Therefore, you should never rely solely upon any wire-less device for essential communications, for example emergency calls.Remember, in order to make or receive calls, Personal Computer or HandheldComputer incorporating GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem must be switched on and in aservice area with adequate cellular signal strength.Some networks do not allow for emergency calls if certain network services orphone features are in use (e.g. lock functions, fixed dialing etc.). You may need todeactivate those features before you can make an emergency call.Some networks require that a valid SIM card be properly inserted in PersonalComputer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem.
4For U.S.A.PrecautionsFederal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference StatementNote: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digitaldevice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonableprotection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance withthe 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 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 (excluding extremitiesof 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 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 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) duringwireless 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)
5Names and Functions of PartsExcept the followings, refer to the Operating Instructions.SIM Card Slot( page 9)AntennaHeadset jackHeadset( checknet.pdf “Operating Instructions forusing GSM/EDGE”)(Appearance may differ depending on specifications.)LED Indicators( page 8)
6LED DescriptionGSM/GPRS/EGPRS SwitchThe GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem powers up independently from the com-puter regardless of the computer power status and will remain on whenthe computer’s power is off. This function depends on the setting ofthe Setup Utility.Power On Indication - Green:A green LED will be used to signal when the GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modemhas been powered on.Ring Indication - Amber:The LED will flash when the GSM/GPRS modem has received a ring.Status Indication - Green:The LED will light while communicating.ModeOff600 ms On/600 ms Off75 ms On/3 s Off75 ms On/75 ms Off/75 ms On/3 s OffFlashingOnFunctionGSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem is off or running inSLEEP or Alarm.No SIM card inserted or no PIN entered, or networksearch in progress, or ongoing user authentication,or network login in progress.Logged to network (monitoring control channelsand user interactions). No call in progress.One or more GPRS/EGPRS contexts activated.Indicates GPRS/EGPRS data transfer: When aGPRS/EGPRS transfer is in progress, the LED goeson within 1 second after data packets wereexchanged. Flash duration is approximately 0.5 s.Depending on type of call:Voice call: Connected to remote party.Data call: Connected to remote party or exchange ofparameters while setting up or disconnecting a call.Names and Functions of Parts
71Power off your computer and GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem2Installing a SIM cardInsert the SIM card into the SIM card slot withthe contact side facing downward and with thecut corner in front.Close the cover.If the cover is not closed, the SIM card may jumpout when the computer falls.Removing a SIM cardPress the card.It will come out of the slot a little bit.Pull the card all the way out.CAUTIONDo not insert the SIM card upside down.Installing/Removing a SIM CardBefore using GSM/GPRS/EGPRS, set a SIM card to the SIM card slot.CAUTIONDo not install/remove the SIM card when the GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem’s power is on.Contact SIM Card
8Installing the Software1Turn on or restart the computer.Press F2 while [Panasonic] screen is displayed soon afterthe computer begins the startup procedure.If [Enter Password] is displayed, enter your password.2Select the [Advanced] menu and confirm the followings.( page 13)The serial port’s setting is optimal.[On & Off] is selected at [Power SYNC with PC].If [On & Off] is not set, confirm the power to the GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem is on.3Save the settings and exit the Setup Utility.4Insert the software disc into the drive,then input [x:\setup\setup.exe]*1 in[Start] - [Run] and select [OK].Follow the on-screen instructions.*1“x” is the drive letter. You can change the letter to suit yourpreference.When the message on the right is displayed, select [OK].5At [Winmux Driver Setup] screen, select[Start Scan].All GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modems installed in the computerwill be listed in [Modem List].
96Confirm that the check mark is addedfor the serial port you use and select [In-stall Driver].Installation will start.(If the message “Digital Signature Not Found” is dis-played, select [Yes].)When the installation is complete, select [OK].7Select [Finish] to restart the computer.After the computer is restarted, CheckNet runs automati-cally.8Windows 2000Select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Phone and Mo-dem Options] - [Modems].Windows XPSelect [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware]- [Phone and Modem Options] - [Modems].9Select [Add].
1010Add the check mark for [Don’t detect mymodem; I will select it from a list], thenselect [Next].11Select [Have Disk].12Input [c:\program files\panasonic\checknet*2\modem] and select [OK].*2This indicates the folder where CheckNet is installed instep 4. This will vary depending on your computer’s setup.13Select your GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modemin the list and select [Next].To confirm the model number of your GSM/GPRS/EGPRSmodem, run CheckNet and select [About]. (checknet.pdf “Operating Instructions for using GSM/GPRS/EGPRS”)14Select “Selected ports” and select thecom port for Virtual Port 1.You can confirm the port number in [Device Manager]*3- [Multi-port serial adapters] - [Serial Multiplexer] - [PortSettings].*3Windows 2000 :in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [System] -[Hardware]Windows XP :in [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Mainte-nance] - [System] - [Hardware]Installing the Software
1115Select [Next].If the message “Digital Signature Not Found” is displayed, select [Yes].16Select [Finish].17Making extra settings for GPRS/EGPRS modem.Select your GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem and select [Properties] in [Phone and Mo-dem Options] - [Modems].In [Advanced], enter the extra initialization commands as follows. ( checknet.pdf“Operating Instructions for using GSM/GPRS/EGPRS”)AT+CGDCONT=<cid>,<pdp type>,<apn><RETURN>Example: <cid>:1, <pdp type>:ip, <apn>:internet.t-d1.deAT+CGDCONT=1,ip,internet.t-d1.de<RETURN>(Note that the APN shown here represents the German network provider T-D1 andneeds to be replaced with the APN address supplied by your own network pro-vider.)Select [OK].
12Uninstalling the SoftwareCheckNetUse the following menu.Windows 2000 : [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Add/Remove Programs]Windows XP : [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Add or Remove Programs]Wireless module multiplex driverSelect [Device Manager]*1-[Multi-port serial adapters]-[Serial Multiplexer] and uninstallthe driver.*1Windows 2000 : in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [System] - [Hardware]Windows XP : in [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Sys-tem] - [Hardware]Installing the Software
13Wireless ModemPort1 I/O IRQ*Port2 I/O IRQ*Power SYNC with PCSetup UtilityThe following parameters have been added in [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility.Disable Enable Auto3F8/IRQ4 2F8/IRQ3 3E8/IRQ7 2E8/IRQ53F8/IRQ4 2F8/IRQ3 3E8/IRQ7 2E8/IRQ5Independent On & Off Off OnlyWindows 2000 Windows XP* This item is displayed only when [Wireless Modem] is set to [Enable].APN Access Point NameCID Context IdentityEGPRS Enhanced General Packet Radio ServiceGPRS General Packet Radio ServiceGSM Global System of Mobile CommunicationIP Internet ProtocolPDP Packet Data ProtocolPIN Personal Identification NumberPLMN Public Land Mobile NetworkPPP Point to Point ProtocolQoS Quality of ServiceSIM Subscriber Identity ModuleTCP Traffic Control ProtocolAbbreviationsAppendix
14ClassSIMRF Specification TransmitReceiveData Features DataFaxSMSVoice FeatureInterfaceGPRS Multi-SlotMobile StationEGPRS Multi-SlotMobile StationSpecificationsEGSM850 Class 4 (2 W)EGSM900 Class 4 (2 W)GSM1800 Class 1 (1 W)GSM1900 Class 1 (1 W)Internal SIM cardEGSM850 (824 MHz to 849 MHz) / GSM1900 (1850MHz to 1910 MHz)EGSM900 (880 MHz to 915 MHz) / GSM1800(1710 MHz to 1785 MHz)EGSM850 (869 MHz to 894 MHz) / GSM1900(1930 MHz to 1990 MHz)EGSM900 (925 MHz to 960 MHz) / GSM1800(1805 MHz to 1880 MHz)asynchronous transparent & non-transparent300 bps/ 1200 bps / 1200/75 bps / 2400 bps/ 4800bps / 9600 bps / 14400 bpsfacsimile group 3, Class 2MT/PP(Mobile Terminating Short MessageService, Point to Point)MO/PP(Mobile Originating Short MessageService, Point to Point)CB (Cell Broadcast Short Message Service)HR (Half rate)FR (Full rate)EFR (Enhanced full rate)AMR (Adaptive Multi Rate)AT Commands (GSM 07.05 and GSM 07.07)Class 12Class BClass 10Class B
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