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NETGEAR modem can transmit signals that could interfere with this equipment. Do not operate the NETGEAR modem in any aircraft, whether the aircraft is on the ground or in flight. In aircraft, the NETGEAR modem MUST BE POWERED OFF.. When operating, the NETGEAR modem can transmit signals that could interfere with various onboard systems.
1: Get Started This chapter provides an overview of the AirCard 778S Mobile Hotspot features, and instructions on how to set up your mobile hotspot and connect to the Internet. Know your device Your mobile hotspot enables you to create a Wi-Fi network anywhere there is cellular network coverage.
AirCard 778S Mobile Hotspot User Guide Power button Table 1-1: Power button usage Desired result Action Turn mobile hotspot on Press and hold the power button for 3–4 seconds. Turn mobile hotspot off Press and hold the power button for 3–4 seconds.
Get Started LCD screen elements Icons on the LCD screen’s top row indicate the status of the mobile hotspot. Icons on the second row indicate alerts, messages, other notifications, and battery status. The remainder of the screen shows Wi-Fi details and data usage. Homescreen Network indicator Traffic indicator...
AirCard 778S Mobile Hotspot User Guide Accessories • Micro USB cable — Used mainly for recharging the battery, although you can also use it to tether the mobile hotspot to your computer • Wall charger — Used with the USB cable to recharge the battery or to power the...
Get Started Connect to the Internet To connect to the Internet: 1. Turn on the mobile hotspot. Press and hold the power button for a few seconds. Once powered up, the mobile hotspot automatically searches for and connects to your network provider’s mobile broadband network.
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2: Use Your Mobile Hotspot This chapter provides information on how to use your mobile hotspot. Note: To change settings you need to be logged in as Administrator. See Set up and connect to the Internet on page 10. Add a wireless device to your Wi-Fi network You can connect up to ten wireless devices (plus one device tethered by USB) such as smart phones, laptops, tablets, digital cameras, printers,...
AirCard 778S Mobile Hotspot User Guide Your mobile hotspot and the wireless device will communicate and establish the connection. Messages and Alerts View alerts Your mobile hotspot displays alerts to advise you of the device status. On the LCD screen: On the home screen, the Alerts icon indicates that you have system alerts.
Use Your Mobile Hotspot Recharge the battery The battery comes partially charged. You can recharge the battery from a wall socket or from the USB port on your computer. To recharge the battery from a wall socket (Fastest option): 1. Attach one end of the micro USB cable to the mobile hotspot and attach the other end to the wall charger (included).
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AirCard 778S Mobile Hotspot User Guide The battery icon on the LCD screen indicates when the battery is fully charged ) and an alert is displayed. 2400364...
3: Frequently Asked Questions This chapter provides answers to questions you may have about your mobile hotspot. (Also see Troubleshooting on page 19.) How do I turn the mobile hotspot off? Press and hold the power button for 3–4 seconds. How do I find out how many users are connected to my mobile hotspot network?
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4: Troubleshooting This chapter provides suggestions for troubleshooting problems that may arise when using your mobile hotspot. Reset the mobile hotspot From the homepage, you can clear your account information to use your device another account, reset most settings (except for your account and network activation), or reset your device to its factory default settings (this is useful if you have lost your Admin Login for the homepage).
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(that is, have errors), or be totally lost. Although significant delays or losses of data are rare when wireless devices such as the AirCard 778S Mobile Hotspot are used in a normal manner with a well- constructed network, the AirCard 778S Mobile Hotspot should not be...
FCC ID: PY3AC778S Caution: The AirCard 778S Mobile Hotspot was tested for typical body-worn operations. A minimum separation distance must be maintained between the user's body and the Hotspot: 1 cm to comply with the RF exposure requirements in the U.S. for FCC exposure requirements.
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Regulatory and Safety Information Where appropriate, the use of the equipment is subject to the following conditions: (EMI) Note: – United States FCC Information – 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.
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