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Mobile Broadband USB Modem
MD300 HSDPA/UMTS/EDGE
User Guide
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Contents Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii Regulatory information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv Declaration of conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv FCC statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v Déclaration FCC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Sony Ericsson MD300 Mobile Broadband USB Modem Second edition (March 2008) This manual is published by Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB, without any warranty. Improvements and changes to this manual necessitated by typographical errors, inaccuracies of current information, or improvements to programs and/or equipment, may be made by Sony Ericsson at any time and without notice. Such changes will, however, be incorporated into new editions of this manual. This manual is copyrighted w
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Regulatory information Declaration of conformity We, Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB of Nya Vattentornet S-221 88 Lund, Sweden declare under our sole responsibility that our product Sony Ericsson type FAD-3232021-BV and in combination with our accessories, to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the appropriate standards EN 301 511:V9.0.2, EN 300 328:V1.7.1, EN 301 489-7:V1.3.1, EN 301 489-17:V1.2.1 and EN 60950-1:2006, following the provisions of, Radio Equipment a
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Déclaration FCC c F C ID FCC : PY7F3232021 IC : 4170B-F3232021 Cet appareil a été testé et déclaré conforme aux limites d’un appareil numérique de classe B en vertu de l’article 15 de la réglementation FCC. Ces limites permettent d’être correctement protégé contre les interférences nuisibles dans une installation résidentielle. Le présent appareil émet, utilise et peut engendrer des signaux HF (haute fréquence). Si vous ne l’installez pas et ne l’utilisez pas conformément aux instructions
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About this guide Congratulations and thank you for purchasing a Sony Ericsson MD300 Mobile Broadband USB Modem. This guide includes an overview of the supported features, detailed technical specifications, system requirements, and safety guidelines for your MD300. Note: Be sure to read all safety guidelines in this document before using your MD300. How this guide is organised Chapter 1: Overview on page 1, contains an overview of your MD300 and the features that it supports. It also provid
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viii About this guide
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Overview Checklist The following items should be in the box when you unpack it: • Sony Ericsson MD300 Mobile Broadband USB Modem • USB extension cable • Quick Start Guide (QSG) • Mounting clip MD300 Communications Summary Your MD300 keeps you in touch, enabling you to use the best available mobile service wherever you are. It supports tri-band UMTS and quad-band GSM: 850MHz 850MHz GSM 900MHz 1900MHz UMTS GPRS HSDPA 1800MHz 2100MHz EDGE 1900MHZ Your MD300 supports SMS text messaging and the f
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• Universal Mobile Telecommunications System (UMTS) UMTS is a 3G technology standard for wide-area wireless data communication that is based on the GSM standard. The UMTS standard uses advanced network operator mobile Internet services to achieve data transfer rates up to 384 kb/s, which are ideal for media streaming, video MMS, internet shopping, and banking. • Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution (EDGE) EDGE enhances GPRS by increasing data throughput over GPRS by as much as three ti
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Status LEDs The MD300 contains multi-colored LEDs that indicate the status of the device. LED color Flash rate Description Red Fast Searching for a mobile network Green Medium Registered to GPRS or EDGE service, not connected Green Slow Connected - GPRS or EDGE service Blue Medium Registered to UMTS or HSDPA service, not connected Blue Slow Connected - UMTS or HSDPA service The LEDs illuminate around the Sony Ericsson logo, as shown below. SIM Card When you subscribe to a mobile network, you
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To remove the SIM card Push on the SIM card until it clicks and release. Note: Using a pen or jewelers screwdriver may help to push on the SIM card. The internal spring will push the SIM card out far enough for you to grasp the SIM card and pull the it out of the MD300. Network and subscription requirements The network subscription you use in conjunction with your MD300 depends on the functions and features that are available from your network operator. Contact your network operator or serv
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Direct connection The MD300 can be plugged directly into a USB port as shown below. This configuration offers the best portability. Note: To avoid damage to the MD300 or your laptop’s USB port, remove the MD300 before placing your laptop into a carrying case. Caution! Different laptops have different USB port configurations that may conflict with operation. Use the included extension cable if: • The USB ports are close together and the modem covers an adjacent port that is needed. • The mo
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Using one plug When using the one plug configuration, plug A must be used. Using two plugs The extension cable provided with the MD300 has two USB plugs. When both plugs are used, current can be drawn from two USB ports. For more information on power considerations, refer to Power Considerations on page 4. This configuration provides maximum power for all environments. Important! Both USB plugs must be inserted into the same PC or hub. Do not insert the two USB plugs into two separate devi
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Mounting Clip The MD300 comes with a mounting clip that can be installed on the MD300, as shown below. With the extension cable and mounting clip installed, MD300 can then be hooked on the laptop screen. Desk Stand An accessory desk stand (CDS-300) is available for use with your MD300. The desk stand is ideal for use with a desktop PC, making it easy to unplug and take the MD300 away for use with a laptop. The desk stand also allows you to reposition the MD300 around your work area and it
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The MD300 is plugged in using the supplied extension cable or directly in to a socket on the hub. The hub configuration allows extended cable length so you can locate the MD300 for optimal reception. Note: Some powered hubs may not provide adequate power. Your hub must be capable of supporting high power USB devices and must not be overloaded by the connection of too many such devices. Other high power devices include USB-powered disk drives, scanners and rechargeable music players. If y
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Software overview Sony Ericsson Wireless Manager Sony Ericsson provides Wireless Manager, an application that provides the ability to configure and manage your wireless connections on your PC. For more information about software requirements, refer to the Wireless Manager User Guide. You can use Wireless Manager to: • Connect to the Internet or your corporate network • Display mobile network status information • Create or modify connection settings • Manage your MD300 settings and preferenc
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Virtual Private Network (VPN) Your MD300 is tested for compatibility with popular VPN solutions used by corporations to enable remote workers to access the corporate network. Note: Sony Ericsson does not provide any VPN software with your MD300. System requirements This section lists the hardware and software requirements for using your MD300. General You will need the following hardware: • Available USB port capable of supporting high power USB devices • MD300 • SIM card Windows (Wireless
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Additional information Guidelines for safe and efficient use Please read this information before using your MD300. Recommendations • Always treat your product with care and keep it in a clean and dust-free place. • Do not expose your product to liquid, moisture or humidity. • Do not expose your product to extreme high or low temperatures. • Do not expose your product to open flames or lit tobacco products. • Do not drop, throw or try to bend your product. • Do not paint your product. • Do
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Variations in SAR below the radio frequency exposure guidelines do not mean that there are variations in safety. While there may be differences in SAR levels among mobile phones, all Sony Ericsson Mobile Broadband Modems are designed to meet radio frequency exposure guidelines. More information on radio frequency exposure and SAR can be found on: www.sonyericsson.com. Personal medical devices Mobile Broadband Modems may affect the operation of cardiac pacemakers and other implanted equipm
