User manual PANTECH PX-500 QUICK START GUIDE

[. . . ] We built our network right from the start to give you what we believe you really want from a wireless service provider ­ clear connections, private communications, and time-saving features. This guide will familiarize you with our technology and your new Sprint Mobile Broadband Card through simple, easy-to-follow instructions. Welcome and thank you for choosing Sprint. i Your Sprint Mobile Broadband Card Thank you for purchasing a Sprint Mobile Broadband Card. The power of the Internet is truly at your fingertips. How to Use This Guide The advantages of Sprint are as clear as each wireless connection you make. With Sprint PCS Service, we give you what you really want from a wireless service provider ­ clear connections, easy-to-understand service plans, and self-servicing options for managing your account. [. . . ] Click OK when you are prompted to insert the Sprint Mobile Broadband Card. (See "Inserting the Card" on page 9. ) 4 Installing the Software Installing the Software 5 Activating Your Card Inserting and Removing the Card Inserting the Card Once you have completed the software installation procedure, you may insert your card into your PC Card slot. The Sprint label should be facing up and the 68-pin connector, located at the thinner end of the card, should be inserted directly into the PC Card slot. Activating Your Card Note: The Sprint Mobile Broadband Card should fit snugly, but you should be able to insert or remove it easily from your PC Card slot. A portion (the black section) of the card will remain outside the PC Card slot. This section contains the card's antenna and the LED (light emitting diode) that indicates your connection status. Because the card is not entirely contained in your PC Card slot, it is important to remove the card when transporting your notebook or Tablet PC to avoid damaging the card. When you insert the card, the following should occur: If sound effects are enabled, the PC beeps. The Unplug/Eject Hardware appears in the system tray, unless the feature has been disabled. The Sprint PCS Connection Manager starts, unless the auto start feature has been disabled. Activating Your Card 9 The card is powered on as soon as you insert it. Removing the Card 1. Close Sprint PCS Connection Manager if it is running by one of the following methods: Click the Close icon on the interface. Right- click the Sprint PCS Connection Manager system tray icon and select Exit from the menu. Correct When inserting or removing your Sprint Mobile Broadband Card, grip the card by both of its sides. Incorrect Do not handle or remove the Sprint Mobile Broadband Card by pulling on the antenna. 2. Click the entry for "NEC PCI to USB Open Host Controller" or "Standard Enhanced PCI to USB Host Controller. " 4. If a dialog box appears notifying you that it is safe to remove the card, click OK, or click the Close button ( 5. Use your computer's PC Card ejector to eject the Sprint Mobile Broadband Card from the slot. ). 10 Activating Your Card Activating Your Card 11 Activating Your Card You must use the Sprint Activation Wizard to activate and configure your account. Activation involves calling Sprint Customer Service, exchanging information, and entering your account information into the appropriate fields in the Activation Wizard. Note: If you purchased a preactivated Sprint Mobile Broadband Card, you can skip this step. To activate an account and configure your Sprint Mobile Broadband Card: 1. Call Sprint Customer Service to set up your Sprint PCS wireless network account. If you will be using your Sprint Mobile Broadband Card primarily for business purposes, call 1-888-788-4727. If your card is intended primarily for personal use, call 1-888-715-4588. Enter the activation code into the bottom field of the window and click Next to continue. Enter the number in the top and bottom fields and click Next to continue. [. . . ] To access Sprint PCS Connection Manager Help: Press <F1> in any window. Click the Help button that is available in many windows. Troubleshooting For a more complete listing of errors and possible solutions, please see the user's guide or online Help. You may also visit www. sprintpcs. com or contact Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4PCS. Problem/error Searching for service Solution If you are inside a building or near a structure that may be blocking the signal, change the position or location of your computer. If Roam Mode (from the Sprint PCS Vision option of the Settings window) is set to "Sprint" : ensure that you are within the Sprint Power Vision/Sprint PCS Vision network coverage area, or change the Roam Mode setting. [. . . ]