User Manual Cricket A600 EVDO USB Modem
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1. Click the Close button It is now safe to unplug the Cricket A600 Remove the Modem from your Computer Remove the Cricket A600 from your laptop When removing the modem always grip the sides of the modem and pull carefully Using the USB Modem Extension Y Cable The Cricket A600 modem package includes an extension USB Y shaped cable Although the Y cable is not required for use with your Cricket A600 modem it offers increased performance for your modem under certain operating conditions Connect the Y cable to two separate USB ports of your computer to deliver sufficient power when needed to increase RF performance and to solve clearance issues Using the USB Modem Extension Y Cable 1 Plug the single end of the Y shaped cable into the Cricket A600 modem A 2 Depending on the condition you are trying to solve increased RF performance or clearance issues plug either one of the two connected ends 3 The device is connected to and powered of the USB modem extension Y cable by the computer as soon as the USB Y into the Type A USB port s on your cable is plugged properly into the computer B appropriate Type A USB port s Note The USB modem extension Y cable 4 Click Connect connector labeled 1 is the primary data power cable used to either extend the Cricket A600 modem away from your computer allowing you to locate the modem in a more optimum signal location or solve any computer USB port2. Upon request from Cricket the Consumer must prove the date of the original purchase of the Product by a dated bill of sale or dated itemized receipt The Consumer shall bear the cost of shipping the Product to Cricket Cricket shall bear the cost of shipping the Product back to the Consumer after the completion of service under this Limited Warranty 7 The Consumer shall have no coverage or benefits under this Limited Warranty if any of the following conditions are applicable co the Product has been subjected to abnormal use abnormal conditions improper storage exposure to moisture or dampness unauthorized modifications unauthorized connections unauthorized repair misuse neglect abuse accident alteration improper installation or other acts which are not the fault of Cricket including damage caused by shipping the Product has been damaged from external causes such as collision with an object or from fire flooding sand dirt windstorm lightning earthquake or damage from exposure to weather conditions an act of God or battery leakage theft blown fuse or improper use of any electrical source damage caused by computer or internet viruses bugs worms trojan Horses cancelbots or damage caused by the connection WARRANTY 39 WARRANTY to other products including but not to the place of purchase for repair or limited to hardware and software not replacement processing recommen
3. or SAR The SAR limit set by the FCC is 1 6 W kg Tests for SAR are conducted with the phone transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level the actual SAR level of the phone while operating can be well below the maximum value This is because the phone is designed to operate at multiple power levels so as to use only the power required to reach the network In general the closer you are to a wireless base station antenna the lower the power output Before a phone model is available for sale to the public it must be tested and certified to the FCC that it does not exceed the limit established by the government adopted requirement for safe exposure The tests are performed in positions and locations e g at the ear and worn on the body as required by the FCC for each model The highest SAR value for this model modem when tested for use near the body as described in this user guide is 1 03 W Kg While there may be differences between the SAR levels of various phones and at various positions they all meet the government requirement for safe exposure The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this model phone with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF exposure SAR INFORMATION 45 RMATION O AFETY INF S 46 guidelines SAR information on this model phone is on
4. Dedi pe don a pair f 9 You the Consumer understand that the roduct or refund the purchase price o Product may consist of refurbished the Product less a reasonable amount equipment that contains used for usage components some of which have been If the Product is returned during the reprocessed the used components Limited Warranty period but the comply with Product performance and problem with the Product is not covered reliability specifications under the terms and conditions of this 10 Disclaimer of Warranty EXCEPT AS Limited Warranty the Consumer will SET FORTH IN THIS EXPRESS LIMITED be notified and given an estimate of WARRANTY CONSUMER TAKES THE the charges the Consumer must pay to PRODUCT AS IS AND CRICKET MAKES have the Product repaired with all NO WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION shipping charges billed to the AND THERE AER NO CONDITIONS Consumer If the estimate is refused EXPRESS OR IMPLIED STATUTORY the Product will be returned freight OR OTHERWISE OF ANY KIND collect If the Product is returned after WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE the expiration of the Limited Warranty PRODUCT INCLUDING BUT NOT period Cricket s normal service policies LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY a WARRANTY 42 T1 OF MERCHANTAB LITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE WARRANTIES OF TLE OR NON INFRINGEMENT DESIGN CONDITION QUAI LITY OR PERFROMANCE OF THE PRODUCT THE WORKMANSHIP OF O
5. Program Mac OS X STEP 1 Insert A600 into the PC then A600CD disk drive shoul d be automatically mounted Double click A600CD icon on the Desktop Double clic Broadband Setup icon to installer anuo the Cricket aunch the ToD mon z kal 090105 ASO0_M_EN POF w STEP 2 Click Continue button in the welcome window to proceed with the installation ani Goin STEP 3 The Read Me file appears Click the Continue button 2 INSTALLATION AND SETUP FOR CRICKET BROADBAND TUP FOR CRICKET BROADBAND E S 2 INSTALLATION AND STEP 4 Click Install to begin the standard installation on system volume STEP 6 Cricket Broadband installation begins Standard install on Leopard Installing Cricket Broadband Setup vi 0 Finishing Installation ya 1 munning rch STEP 5 Finally the Setup Wizard shows confirm window click the OK button to continue Installing this software requires you to restart your computer when the Installation Is done Are you sure you want to install the software now Enter the Name Password used to log into the computer then click OK STEP 7 Installation is now complete Click the Restart button to close the setup wizard Then OS is restarted Install Succeeded Z cick Restart to finish installing the software I
6. not move the antenna close to or couching any exposed part of the body when making a call NEAR BODY OPERATION This device was tested for typical near body operations with the back of the phone kept 0 5 cm from the body To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure requirements it must have a minimum distance including the antenna of 0 5 cm from the body during normal operation FCC COMPLIANCE INFORMATION This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received Including interference that may cause undesired operation U S A U S FEDERAL COMMUNICA TIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT INFORMATION TO THE USER NOTE 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 protection against harmful Interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and 47 USA US FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS if Not installed and used in accordance with Changes or modification not expressly the instructions may cause harmful approved by the party responsible for Interference to radio communications Compliance could void the user s authority However there
7. A 2 INSTALLATION AND SETUP FOR CRICKET BROADBAND EN a USING CRICKET BROADBAND 23 J 16 Today s online world offers more services everyday and Wireless gives you the tools you need to take advantage of the best in connectivity solutions With Cricket Broadband enjoy the freedom and convenience of wireless Internet connectivity from your laptop computer Features WWAN Wireless Wide Area Network 1xEV DO 1xRTT CDMA Specific Features Configures your PC to use your USB Modem Creates a Data Connection if using an EVDO capable USB Modem Copies utility to create wireless copies of your dial up connections if supported by your device Test function for WWAN device A WWAN capable device is required to use the WWAN features Individual WWAN features are also device dependent as described in the WWAN section above Other Features Logs connections used duration and bytes sent and received It also supports text messaging See the section Additional Features for more information about the features of Cricket Broadband Getting Started Double click on the Cricket Broadband icon on your desktop or click on the Windows Start menu and select Cricket Broadband from the list of programs About the Wireless Networks View Cricket Broadband will open the Broadband Networks window by default This view is where you manage your Broadband connections The Broadband Networks win
8. R THE COMPON HE PRODUCT ENTS CONTAINDED THEREIN OR COMPLIENT OF THE PRODUCT WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF ANY LAW RUL CONTRACT PERTAINING E SPECIFICATION OR HERETO CRICKET SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL INCIDEN CONSEQUENTIAL AL PUNITIVE OR DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF ANTICIPATED BENEFITS OR PROFITS LOSS OF REVENUE LOSS O SAVINGS OR F DATA PUNITIVE DAMAGES LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT COST OF CAPITAL COST OF ANY SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT OR FACILITIES DOWN IME THE CLAIMS OF ANY THIRD PARTIES INCLUDING CUS OMERS AND INJURY TO PROPERTY RESUL ING FROM THE PURCHASE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING FROM BREACH OF THE WARRANTY BREACH OF CONTRACT NEGLIGENCE STRICT TORT OR ANY OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY EVEN IF CRICKET KNEW OF THE LIKELIHOOD OF SUCH DAMAGES CRICKET SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DELAY IN RENDER THE LIMITED WAR USE DURING THE NG SERVICE UNDER RANTY OR LOSS OF PERIOD THAT THE PRODUCT IS BEING REPAIRED NOTHING CONTA NED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS THAT MAY ARISE BY OPERATION OF LAW INCLUDING IF APPLICABLE THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY LIMITED TO THE SAME DURATION OF TIME A
9. ROADBAND N AND SETUP FOR CRK 2 INSTALLATIOI N TUP FOR CRICKET BROADBAND TALLATION AND SE INS gt 2 2 Insert the Cricket A600 modem into your USB port 3 Your computer will recognize Cricket A600 modem and start the installation sequence automatically Below pop up screen is shown if your OS is Windows Vista If the program does not launch automatically go to my computer and select the AG00CD drive and double click start exe program Lind ggo l 4 Follow the steps in the next section Setup Program Windows STEP 1 The Welcome to the Cricket Broadband Setup Wizard screen appears Click the Next button to continue with the installation process Welcome to the Cricket Broadband Setup Wizard amp The fle ic yu oap seres e DdSdbandon pra cone onim me ey cot ar etna Ute dies detec wig wa cindy oe Smet cn erae and qi be osc oer sr se STEP 2 You are now ready to select the location on your computer where Cricket Broadband should be installed It is recommended that you do not modify the default destination folder Click the Next button to continue ERIT Select Installation Folder i7 roll i adiret Ke eri o oi shoh Stone Feber Proar Fen ciel Soman mE STEP 3 During this step the components ETT of Cricket Broadband product are being installed onto your computer Installation will occur to the destinatio
10. S THE EXPRESS WRITTEN WARRANTY STATED HEREIN Some states do not allow limitation of how long an implied warranty lasts so the one 1 year warranty limitation may not apply to you the Consumer Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental and consequential damages so certain of the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you the Consumer this Limited Warranty gives the Consumer specific legal rights and the Consumer may also have other rights which vary from state to state Cricket neither assumes nor authorizes any authorized service center or any other person or entity to assume for it any other obligation or liability beyond that which is expressly provided for in this Limited Warranty including the provider or seller of any extended warranty or service agreement This is the entire warranty between Cricket and the Consumer and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements or understandings oral or written relating to the Product and no representation promise or condition not contained herein shall modify these terms the WARRANTY 43 WARRANTY 44 15 16 agents employees distributors and dealers of Cricket are not authorized to make modifications to this Limited Warranty or make additional warranties binding on Cricket accordingly additional statements such as dealer advertising or presentation whether oral or written do not constitut
11. User Manual Cricket A600 EVDO USB Modem 2 1 BEFORE USING CRICKET A600 About This User s Manual Product Overview Product Package Content Introduction to Cricket A600 USB Modem Product Features Product Handlin Configuration 2 INSTALLATION AND SETUP FOR CRICKET BROADBAND Installing Software Setup Program Windows Setup Program Mac OS 3 USING CRICKET BROADBAND Features O O Q Q Q ww w 4 CRICKET BROADBAND PREFERENCES General Preferences WWAN Specific Setting VPN Settings Text Message Setting Update settings Additional Features 5 INSTALLING CRICKET A600 Recommended System Requirements Using the Modem Unplugging or Ejecting the Modem Remove the Modem from your Computer Using the USB Modem Extension Y Cable TROUBLESHOOTIN CARE AND MAINTENANCI SAR INFORMATION SAFETY INFORMATION FCC COMPLIANCE INFORMATION U S A U S FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT About This User s Manual You will find all the information you need to install and use the Cricket A600 in this user manual Before using the Cricket A600 you must properly install the modem by closely following the installation instructions Instructions Install the Cricket Broadband software by inserting the Cricket A600 USB Device into your PC The installation software is included in the Cricket A600
12. ce See the next section for more information on software installation and USB device configuration This section will guide you through the installation and setup process for Cricket Broadband Before getting started you should become familiar with the documentation that came with your USB Modem Installing Software Warnings Make sure to complete the unplugging ejection process before removing the Cricket A600 If you remove the device improperly the modem may be damaged Notes If you have inserted the device properly Windows will inform you of the new hardware Wait until Windows completes the Found New Hardware task Note In Windows 2000 several windows similar to Found New Hardware window can appear and disappear automatically In Windows XP several tool tips similar to the Found New Hardware function will appear and disappear in the system tray automatically In Windows Vista several tool tips similar to the Installing device driver software function will appear and disappear in the system tray automatically Once hardware detection is complete you will be prompted to start activation Itis normal to hear a short beep sound each time you insert or remove the Cricket A600 It is an audible notification that your PC recognizes the new hardware Getting Started Windows To install the Cricket Broadband software 1 Turn on your computer then close all applications CKET B
13. clearance issues The USB modem extension Y cable connector labeled 2 is a power boost Y cable and must be used with connector 1 to provide the modem up to 1Amp of current for use in weaker signal areas The Y cable must be connected to two separate USB ports 5 INSTALLING CRICKET A600 35 TROUBLESHOOTING 36 Troubleshooting 1 LED indicator not lighting up Check if A600 is inserted into USB port correctly Re insert A600 into the USB port Forcing A600 into the USB port may cause considerable damage Insert A600 into another USB port 2 Error occurs when running Cricket Broadband Check if Cricket Broadband is installed correctly Reinstall the Cricket Broadband or Reboot the PC 3 CM displays No device on status bar Check to ensure that A600 is inserted in USB port correctly Check if the USB driver is installed correctly Wait until status changes to Disconnected it may take a minute 3 Internet connection fails Check if no signal strength LED Check if the modem is activated If you have additional support questions about your Cricket A600 modem please call 1 800 CRICKET CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your device is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care The suggestions below will help you protect your warranty coverage Keep the device dry Precipitation humidity and all types of liquids or moisture can contain mi
14. counts all of the characters typed in the message field Spanish 0 130 Click the Send button General Preferences Click on Options then Preferences General Tap 4f Preferences General wwan ven Tee msg updates starting E Run Connection Manager at Startup Show splash window Ejiinrus Apoleation rio Tay Run Connection Manager at Startup f this option is checked the Cricket Broadband starts automatically when Windows starts Show Splash Window Display splash window when Cricket Broadband starts Minimize Application into Tray When you minimize the application it will now appear in the Windows task bar To restore the application click on Cricket Broadband tray icon and select Open WWAN Specific Settings WWAN preferences This is used to set various WWAN connection settings WB Preferences Open Web Browser Go to URE URL eto www mrycrcket com NDIS Opton E Enable NDIS 4 CRICKET BROADBAND PREFERENCES 4 CRICKET BROADBAND PREFERENCES Open Web Browser When data connection is established successfully Cricket Broadband executes default web browser automatically Go to URL To enable web browser go to web site you defined using URL field below URL Website URL for starting page of web browser started automatically upon connecting to the Cricket Broadband network NDIS Option When enabled NDIS provides a internet connection always Cl
15. ded for interconnection by b The Consumer shall include a return Cricket address daytime phone number and c the Product serial number plate or the or fax number complete description enhancement data code has been of the problem proof of purchase and removed defaced or altered service agreement if applicable Expenses related to removing the Product from an installation are not covered under this Limited Warranty d the defect or damage was caused by the defective function of the cellular system or by inadequate signal reception by the external antenna or c The Consumer will be billed for any viruses or other software problems parts or labor charges not covered by introduced into the Product this Limited Warranty the Consumer will be responsible for any expenses 8 Cricket does not warrant uninterrupted related to reinstallation of the Product or error free operation of the Product If a problem develops during the Limited d Cricket will repair the Product under Warranty period the Consumer shall take the Limited Warranty within 30 days the following step by step procedure after receipt of the Product If Cricket cannot perform repairs covered under a The Consumer shall return the Product UD bis this Limited Warranty within 30 days or after a reasonable number of attempts shall apply and the Consumer will be i to repair the same defect Cricket at responsible for all shipping charges o n lt E
16. dow displays all currently available network connections At a glance you can see the signal strength Your current connection state and the elapsed time of the connection are displayed along the bottom of the status bar Connecting Once your device is properly configured connecting to the Internet is as simple as clicking the Connect button Once connected the Connect button will change to Disconnect Simply click this to end your current connection To connect to any other network shown select it and then select Connect The Status Bar Information regarding your current network connection can be seen in the status bar along the bottom of Cricket Broadband interface For more information on this status bar see the section The Status Bar in the Additional Features section Cricket Broadband will display status information at the bottom during the connection process as well as while 3 USING CRICKET BROADBAND 17 3 USING CRICKET BROADBAND 18 connected When not connected the status text in the lower left corner will display Not connected for the currently selected network The timer will display 00 00 00 Once connected the status text will display Connected and the timer will begin to run Right clicking on the tray icon provides various options and double clicking on it will always show the application Placing your cursor on
17. e OK button Safely Remove Hardware Sele the device you veni to dug oie end hen cick Sep When indana nomer you tst t eate t9 ap SS unous the eves em your cenar devisas splay ceuce components Click the Close button It is now safe to unplug the Cricket A600 Vista Selaci the deve you wart to urglug or eject arc hen clk too When Virdova noies yeu that tis aafe te de so unplug the deve om vo amp USB Mazs Roae Device on AGOD USE Composte Device T Displey device corgeneris As shown above only one USB Mass Storage Device option will be displayed in Windows Vista Select USB Mass Storage Device and click the Stop button Confm devcesto be stopped Choose OK to cortinue Windows wil stemotto stop the folowing devices Afer the devices ere Scopedtrey may be removed safely USB Nass Storage Device Sa Genere volume G ca Cricket T Rash Dsk USB Devoe Then USB Mass Storage Device and Click the OK button Safe Tc This device can now be safely removed from the computer ok The dialog box above will appear Click the OK button 5 INSTALLING CRICKET A600 33 5 INSTALLING CRICKET A600 34 al Remove Hardware Sect he dec you want to unplug or ec and then dick So When inae nets you tht c e soo Go s una the deve ton eur coeur Herbrers dences E Display device componere
18. e warranties by Cricket and should not be relied upon This Limited Warranty allocates the risk of failure of the Product between the Consumer and Cricket the allocation is recognized by the Consumer and is reflected in the purchase price IF ANY PORTION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS HELD ILLEGAL OR UNENFORCEABLE BY REASON OF ANY LAW SUCH PARTIAL ILLEGALITY OR UNENFORCEABILITY SHALL NOT AFFECT THE ENFORCEABILITY FOR THE REMAINDER OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY WHICH PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES IS AND WILL ALWAYS BE CONSTRUED TO BE LIMITED BY ITS TERMS OR AS LIMITED AS THE LAW PERMITS SAR INFORMATION THIS MODEL PHONE MEETS THE GOVERNMENT S REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radiofrequency RF energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U S Government These limits are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish permitted levels of RF energy for the general population The guidelines are based on standards that were developed by independent scientific organizations through periodic and thorough evaluation of scientific studies The standards include a substantial safety margin designed to assure the safety of all persons regardless of age and health The exposure standard for wireless mobile phones employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate
19. file with the FCC and can be found under the Display Grant section of http www fcc gov oet fccid after searching on FCC ID US7 A600 Additional information on Specific Absorption Rates SAR can be found on the Cellular Telecommunications Industry Asso ciation CTIA web site at http www wow com com In the United States and Canada the SAR limit for mobile phones used by the public is 1 6 watts kg W kg averaged over one gram of tissue The standard incorporates a sub stantial margin of safety to give additional protection for the public and to account for any variations in measurements SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY INFORMATION FOR FIXED WIRELESS TERMINALS POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES Turn your phone OFF when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions Sparks in such areas could cauls e an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death INTERFERENCE TO MEDICAL DIVICES Certain electronic equipment may be shielded against RF signal from you wireless phone pacemakers Hearing Aids and so on Turn your phone OFF in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic system in motor vehicles EXPOSURE TO RF ENERGY Use only the supplied or an approved teplacement antenna Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily when the phone is in use Do
20. ick the Ok button VPN Settings General VPN Text Msg Updates VPN Options none O microsoft VPN O External VPN Applicaton VPN Options None Do not use VPN Microsoft VPN Use VPN client o Microsoft Windows External VPN Application Use other VPN Client application provided another vendor Profile Microsoft VPN only Select Microsoft VPN Profile External VPN Application Specify other VPN client application To choose the application from your local disk click button Click the Ok button Text Message Settings Text Message is a messaging application for your wireless device which allows you to compose and send text messages to other wireless phones The Text Msg tab in the preferences dialog allows you to configure certain text message delivery options These options include Time Dispay Option Mise 24 Heur Time Open Text Msg Window when a new text message arrives Enable disable automatic opening of the Text Msg window on arrival of new text messages Confirmation for deleting a text message Confirm deletion of text messages Confirmation for deleting a phonebook entry Confirm deletion of phonebook entries 4 CRICKET BROADBAND PREFERENCES 4 CRICKET BROADBAND PREFERENCES Use 24 Hour Time Select 24 Hour or 12 Hour clock used for Text Message Click the Ok button Update settings This feature allows Cricke
21. in material and workmanship that result in Product failure during normal usage according to the following terms and conditions the Limited Warranty 1 This Limited Warranty for the Product extends for onE 1 year beginning on the date of the purchase of the Product 2 The Limited Warranty extends only to the original purchaser Consumer of the Product and is not assignable or transferable to any subsequent purchaser end user The Limited Warranty extends only to Consumers who purchase the Product from Cricket or its authorized dealers During the Limited Warranty period Cricket will repair or replace at Cricket s sole option any defective parts or any parts that will not properly operate for their intended use with new or refurbished replacement items if such repair or replacement is needed because of product malfunction or failure during normal usage the Limited Warranty does not cover defects in appearance cosmetic decorative or structural items including framing and any non operative parts Cricket s limit of liability under the Limited Warranty shall be the actual cash value of the Product at the time the Consumer returns the Product for repair determined by the price paid by the Consumer for the Product less a reasonable amount for usage Cricket shall not be liable for any other losses or damages these remedies are the Consumer s exclusive remedies for breach of the Limited Warranty
22. include a USB port Voice service is not supported Using the Modem Signal strength indicator Power status LED Power statue LED Green Power OK Red Not enough power for current conditions If you see red on the power status LED it is recommend that you use the USB modem extension Y cable Signal strength indicator 0 4 Weak or no signal strength 4 high Signal strength Unplugging or Ejecting the Modem Make sure to complete the unplug eject process on your computer before removing the Cricket A600 from your PC If you remove the USB device improperly the product may be damaged Double click the Unplug Eject Hardware icon in the system tray 00 ET A6 INSTALLING CRICK 5 29 5 INSTALLING CRICKET A600 30 gt lt Windows 2000 Windows XP Windows Vista 1 Unplug or Eject Hardware with Windows 2000 Bie ject Hardware Sect the device yens wer tounge arel ien ciek St When Wis rete you thal Le sZ ce 99 unplug IPe doce iem yout Haar de pr adapt USB Hass Sie Device cn A600 USB Conga Device Poperies So T Dicas device conponeets T Show UrglupfERction onthe tesis Dose As shown in the above figure Cricket EVDO Network Adapter or USB Mass Storage Device options will be displayed in the Hardware devices list of Windows 2000 Select the USB Mass Storage Device and click the Stop button E o NO D p aix Sto
23. ion Programs the activation code phone number and IMSI MIN to the USB Modem 104 seconds left Activating Device Activation state Activating Find Device Find your modem device again This is useful if you need to reconfig ure Cricket Broadband to use a new USB Modem Test WWAN Device Retrieve and display detailed information about your WWAN device IxEV DO IxRTT CDMA USB Modem such as manufacturer model version etc This information can be valuable when troubleshooting a problem Preferences This is used to select preferences for connection settings The Internet button Launches the default web browser on your computer The Email button Launches the default email application on your computer The Help Menu The Cricket Broadband has a Help section Please see the Help section for additional questions 4 CRICKET BROADBAND PREFERENCES 5 INSTALLING CRICKET A600 28 Recommended System Requirements To successfully install and use the Cricket A600 USB device in your PC the following system specificatio ns are required Required Specification Dial up networking DUN bound to TCP IP Windows Vista Operatin Windows XP em Windows 2000 us Mac OS X 10 3 9 or higher Port Type A USB port Processor 150MHz or faster Memory 128 MB Disk space 32 MB The Cricket A600 is useful for computers that
24. is no guarantee that to operate the equipment Connecting of interference will not occur in a particular peripherals requires the use of grounded Installation If this equipment does cause shielded signal cables harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged 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 of a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for assistance 49
25. it will display the current connection status Based on your preferences your browser e mail or program of your choice can be launched automatically upon connection At any time during your connection you can check your current connection speed and throughput stats in the Statistics window To see this window select Statistics from the Session menu o UN Upik Downlnk Transmit rate THE Recenerate E0 Average TK rate GIE Average RX rate 35055 Msctaremitrate 317 Max receive rata 446126 E sn Durston mman Using the Data connection By default Cricket Broadband enables the software for data connections If your connection fails when you try to connect please try to reconnect Dormancy The data session becomes dormant if you are not sending or receiving any data As soon as you resume sending or receiving qata the data session will return to an active state Text Messaging Cricket Broadband supports text messaging for the Cricket A600 esse uy mus iene nata Alio Receyed 2 wein Sentia aal Eie H see zd isa eraro Receiving Text Messages All of your text messages will appear in the list box at the top of the text messaging view By default all sent and received messages will appear To view only certain messages click on the message and select All Inbo
26. modem memory When you insert the Cricket A600 into your computer the installation process will automatically begin lt is highly recommended that you read the safety precautions described in this manual before using the Cricket A600 Documents Included on Your Modem Memory Broadband Usage Conditions Terms amp Conditions User Manual Product Overview ank you for purchasing Cricket A600 USB Modem e Cricket A600 is a high speed wireless device that enables your computer to connect to Cricket s high speed wireless network e Cricket A600 is simple to install and use Product Package Contents he following items are included in the product package If any of the items listed below are missing please contact the retail location where you purchased the product 600 1 BEFORE USING CRICKET A 1 BEFORE USING CRICKET A600 Cricket A600 Wire USB Modem less USB Modem Extension Y Cable Quick Start Guide Introduction to Cricket A600 USB Modem The Cricket A600 is designed for the USB port on your computer which is available in most PC models The Cricket A600 can be used to access the Internet send and receive e mail and text messages It is extremely useful when you are away from home on the road or wherever wired Internet access is not readily available Product Features Power management The Cricket A600 utilizes power management and system overhead reduction functions pro
27. n folder speci fied in Step 2 INSTALLATION AND SETUP FOR CRICKET BROADBAND 5 o TUP FOR CRICKET BROADBAND SE 2 INSTALLATION AND 38 Cricket Broadband 12 Cricket Broadband Installing Cricket Broadband ge Pese wat Installation Complete inet Bioadbarcihas ben scere ek Coe ae Dez STEP 4 Installation of Cricket Broadband is now complete Click the Close button to leave the Cricket Broadband setup program and begin using your new software The setup program will automatically create a Cricket Broadband shortcut on your desktop STEP 5 Next the computer will install the USB Driver Click the Next button Cricket EVDO Modem V1 0 901 6199 MSS InstaliWizard Terss netdwead wil nea Nato pm rf emnes STEP 6 Click Install button to start installation STEP 7 During this step the components of USB Driver are being installed onto your computer It might take a few minutes Cricket IVDO Modem V1 0 901 6199 MSS InstaliWizard Gibt EDO Weder VL O 91 619 si T fou DBAND ET BROA FOR CRICK Q E STEP 8 Installation of USB Driver is now complete Click Finish button to complete mens Nair STEP 9 Please wait while Cricket A600 is installed and ready to use J Found New Hardware Your new hardware is installed and ready to use Setup
28. nerals that will corrode electronic circuits Do not use or store the device in dusty dirty areas Its moving parts and electronic components can be damaged Do not store the device in hot areas High temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices damage batteries and warp or melt certain plastics Do not store the device in cold areas When the device returns to its normal temperature moisture can form inside the device and damage electronic circuit boards Do not attempt to disassemble the device Do not drop knock or shake the device Rough handling can break internal circuit boards and fine mechanics Do not use harsh chemicals cleaning Solvents or strong detergents to clean the device Do not paint the device Paint can clog the moving parts and prevent proper operation Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna Unauthorized antennas modifications or attachments could damage the device and may violate regulations governing radio devices All of the above suggestions apply equally to your device battery charger CARE AND MAINTENANCE 37 WARRANTY 38 or any enhancement If any device is not working properly take it to the nearest authorized service facility for service WARRANTY One 1 year Limited Warranty U S For products purchased from Cricket or its authorized dealers Cricket warrants that this device Product is free from defects
29. odem needs to be activated Select Activation from the Tools menu Throughput The amount of data that you have sent and received since the current network connection was initiated can be seen by holding the mouse over the green up and down arrows on the left side of the status bar Elapsed Time The amount of time that has elapsed since the current network connection was initiated is tracked on the lower left side of the status bar The Session Menu Connect Disconnect You can connect or disconnect the wireless networks 4 CRICKET BROADBAND PREFERENCES 4 CRICKET BROADBAND PREFERENCES The Tools Menu Log This provides a concise session log of your network activity Click on a column heading to sort the log This window also displays the total number of sessions as well as the total time connected The information displayed in the Usage log can be customized using the controls that appear just below the list To view only the connection history of a specific network type check the Selected connection checkbox and select the desired type from the drop down list To view only the connections made during a specific interval check the Date range checkbox and specify the date in the From and To fields To clear the log press the Clear button Note that clearing the log cannot be undone Close Close the log window The Options Menu Activat
30. pped hey nay De enc sal USB Mes Strage Deri E Generic tune 18 reet T Flash Disk USB Davies Select either of the USB Mass Storage Device and click the OK button The dialog box above will appear Click the OK button Prrr r ramawaaaaaaaaa i vce ou use to unpl g oi sct and than eek Stoe Wien pos nolli yeu halt i se to do so uriug the deve ion out Hanane devices Croke EVDO Nemak Aar Cricket EVDO Netwnk sce ori P670 USB Corpse Dese T7 Dicks vice components IF Show Lnplug Eject icon cn the taskbar gt The above window will appear It is now safe to unplug the Cricket A600 2 Unplug or Eject Hardware with Windows Safely Remove Hardware Select the device you went to nots or sect end then click 3o When Wedvs rtfies you that i i sefe to da so ura the device rom cur USE Nees Serge Daves z Location 0 dssiey device concorerts As shown above only one USB Mass Storage Device option will be displayed in Windows XP Select USB Mass Storage Device and click the Stop button 5 INSTALLING CRICKET A600 31 5 INSTALLING CRICKET A600 32 gt Stop a Hardware device Cartim devices tobe stepped Chcose OKs continue Wind aterert stop ipa tolong devices Aterthe devices are scpoed they mey be removed safey USB ees Storag Dovas pom SEO Tfi Duk USB Device Then USB Mass Storage Device and click th
31. t Broadband software to check for software updates and it can be updated manually or automatically WB Preferences General wwan von Text nso Update Options O manual Automatically Check for updates Update Now Manually If you choose this option the software will only check for update when you select Update Now button or select Help then Check for updates from main screen Automatically You can allow the software to automatically check for updates daily weekly or monthly It only checks when the application is running and when it detects that you are connected and able to access the Internet Additional Features In addition to the basic features mentioned in previous sections Cricket Broadband has the additional features listed below Status Bar The details of your current connection can be seen in the status bar at the bottom of Cricket Broadband interface This status bar is always visible when the interface is fully expanded Discomeded EYDO 00 00 90 Connection Status The text on the status bar reflects your current state During an active connection this text will change to Connected If you are not connected it will display Disconnected WWAN USB Modem Status Area The text can change to the following No Device Your WWAN USB Modem is removed from the laptop Device not activated Your USB M
32. vided by the USB interface for maximum power savings Antenna design Efficient innovative design optimizes data transfer rate and sensitivity to network signals Extension Y Cable connector Connect the Y cable to two separate USB ports of your computer to deliver sufficient power when needed to increase RF performance and to solve clearance issues USB Modem that supports Type A USB Port interface Supports North American PCS 1900 MHz Cellular 800 MHz and AWS Tx 1700MHZ Rx 2100MHZ bands Utilizes Qualcomm QSC6085 chipset Supports high speed network technologies Supports Windows 2000 XP Vista and Apple Macintosh systems with installed Cricket Broadband software and driver 1 BEFORE USING CRICKET A600 G CRICKET A600 1 BEFORE USING Product Handling Do not place any adhesive labels on the USB connector It may leave a sticky residue that can cause problems inside the PC USB port The Cricket A600 USB device should easily slide into the USB port Do not force the Cricket A600 into the USB port as it may cause damage to the modem and or the port Keep the Cricket A600 in a dry and clean place Storage temperature 22 F to 149 F 30 C to 65 C Keep your device away from liquids dust and excessive heat Configuration To use the Cricket A600 you should install the Cricket Broadband software included in the modem memory and configure the Cricket A600 USB devi
33. x or Outbox If you are in the text messaging view and a new message arrives the message will automatically appear in the list and formatted in bold To view a long text message select the message in the list view The details of the message will appear above the list To reply to an incoming message select the message and press the Reply button The phone number of the sender will auto populate in your new message Enter your new message and press the Send button to send the message To forward an incoming message select the message and press Forward button The message will auto populate in the send 3 USING CRICKET BROADBAND 19 3 USING CRICKET BROADBAND area below prefixed with FW Press the Send button to send the message Sending Text Messages The Cricket A600 is capable of sending text messages to A US based wireless number enter 1 then the wireless number Awireless number outside the US enter 011 the country code then the wireless number To send a text message to one or more subscribers enter their 10 digit mobile numbers separated by semi colons in the To field Ex 5555555555 5555555556 With some devices that support text messaging contact lists you may be able to click on the To button to open your contact list The phone number and the message fields are required The character counter allows from 0 to 150 and
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