Sony Ericsson MD400G User Manual
Mobile broadband usb modem, hspa/umts/edge and gps
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- Page 1 Mobile Broadband USB Modem MD400 HSPA/UMTS/EDGE MD400g HSPA/UMTS/EDGE and GPS User Guide...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Checklist ........... MD400/MD400g Communications Summary ..... . . - Page 3 Sony Ericsson MD400 Mobile Broadband USB Modem First edition (October 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.
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Page 5: Regulatory Information
MD400 Sony Ericsson type FAD-3232022-BV MD400g Sony Ericsson type FAD-3232023-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 301 908-1:V2.2.1, EN 301 908-2:V2.2.1, EN 300 440-1:V1.7.1 (EC400g only), EN 300 440-2:V1.1.2 (EC400g only), EN 301 489-7:V1.3.1, EN 301... -
Page 6: Fcc Statement
FCC statement MD400 FCC ID: PY7F MD400 IC: 4170B-F MD400g FCC ID: PY7F MD400g IC: 4170B-F 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. -
Page 7: Déclaration Fcc
Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment. CAUTION: The Sony Ericsson USB device has been tested for compliance with FCC/IC RF exposure limits in the laptop computer(s) configurations with a USB port and can be used in laptop computers with substantially similar physical dimensions, construction, and electrical and RF characteristics. -
Page 8: Industry Canada Statement
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. RF Exposure Caution Notice This Mobile Broadband USB Modem, model MD400/MD400g, is approved for use in normal size laptop computers only (typically with 12” or larger display screens). To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, this modem should not be used in configurations that cannot maintain at least 5 mm (approximately 0.2 inch) on the bottom or 12 mm (approximately 0.5 inch) on the top and sides... -
Page 9: About This Guide
This guide includes an overview of the supported features, detailed technical specifications, system requirements, and safety guidelines for both the MD400 and MD400g. The MD400 and MD400g provide the same features, with one exception, the MD400g incorporates a Global Positional Satellite (GPS) receiver. This manual refers to both modems as MD400. When the information is specific to the MD400g, MD400g will be used. - Page 10 • A PDF Wireless Manager User Guide which contains the same detailed information as the online help in a conventional printable format. This document is available from the support website only. Note: PDF documents are in Adobe® Portable Document Format. If your PC cannot open these documents, download and install the Adobe®...
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Page 11: Overview
Quick Start Guide (QSG) • Lanyard and cover (if provided) MD400/MD400g Communications Summary Your MD400 keeps you in touch, enabling you to use the best available mobile service wherever you are. It supports tri-band Universal Mobile Telecommunications System (UMTS) and quad-band... -
Page 12: Hardware Overview
USB connector that is covered by the antenna when the modem is not in use. The MD400 has an expandable combo memory slot which accepts either M2 Memory Stick Micro™ or MicroSD™ memory cards. The MD400g contains a GPS receiver. Overview... - Page 13 MD400 draws from the laptop battery depends on several factors, including status, frequency band, distance to the base station that is used, if a memory card is installed and if GPS is enabled (MD400g only). The MD400 can be turned off under software control from the Wireless Manager application or the signal strength icon in the status tray.
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Page 14: Status Leds
Status LEDs The MD400 and MD400g contain multi-colored LEDs that indicate the status of the device. The LEDs are located next to the antenna, as shown below. 1 - GPS (MD400g only) 2 - Mobile Service Note: On the MD400 both LEDs are Mobile Service LEDs. - Page 15 1. Remove the bottom cover from the MD400. 2. Insert the SIM card into the MD400. Make sure the gold contacts on the SIM card are facing towards the MD400 and the angled corner (A) of the SIM card is placed toward the MD400 as shown.
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Page 16: Attach The Lanyard
Attach the Lanyard The MD400 comes with a lanyard and cover. To attach the lanyard and cover, complete the following steps: 1. Tread the thin end of the lanyard through the small hole in the cover, as shown in the following illustration. -
Page 17: Md400 Memory Card Slot
4. Replace cover as shown. MD400 memory card slot The MD400 may be used as a memory card adapter. Optional memory cards may be inserted into the memory card slot, to access your own files and media. Note: There is no available built-in memory for use as a flash drive in the MD400. Only the optional removable memory card inserted into the combo memory slot is available for use as flash drive memory. - Page 18 Memory Stick Micro™ with the contacts in the up position. as shown below. Install MicroSD Memory with the contacts in the down position Note: You may require a small tool to recess the memory card into the MD400 Broadband Modem. 3.
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Page 19: Antennas
GPS data is provided over the Sony Ericsson GPS Port. This is a Windows virtual COM Port. When you install the MD400g, Windows will assign a number, for example COM23. To link a third-party GPS-enabled application to your MD400g's GPS receiver, you may need to access the application settings and select the COM port number that Windows has allocated. -
Page 20: Connecting Your Md400 To Your Pc
SMS). Note: Network operators often provide a number of connectivity options such as WAP and Internet. These are accessed via different APNs (Access Point Names). Verify the services that you require, such as Internet, e-mail or corporate VPN (Virtual Private Network) service are available through your mobile operator and enabled on your subscription. - Page 21 • The USB port is in a position where physical pressure is put on the connector as shown below. Extension Cable The extension cable provided is specially designed to work with your MD400. This is a high quality USB cable that is capable of delivering high current to the MD400 when necessary. Using the cable to distance your MD400 from your laptop will improve data speed/throughput performance.
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Page 22: Usb 1.1 And 2.0
hub configuration allows extended cable length so you can locate the MD400 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. -
Page 23: Software Overview
• Enable GPS functionality (MD400g only) • Access Internet mapping services (MD400g only) launch2net - Sony Ericsson Edition To use your Mobile Broadband USB Modem with your Mac OS X system, you will need “launch2net - Sony Ericsson Edition”. This application enables you to set up and use HSPA, UMTS, EDGE, and GPRS connections, subject to network coverage and availability. -
Page 24: System Requirements
Your MD400 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 MD400. System requirements This section lists the hardware and software requirements for using your MD400. General You will need the following hardware: •... -
Page 25: Additional Information
Additional information Guidelines for safe and efficient use Please read this information before using your MD400. 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. •... - Page 26 Disposal of old electrical & electronic equipment This symbol indicates that all electrical and electronic equipment included shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be left at the appropriate collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.
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Page 27: Generic Semc Limited Warranty
Generic SEMC Limited warranty Limited Warranty Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB, Nya Vattentornet, SE-221 88 Lund, Sweden, (Sony Ericsson) or its local affiliated company, provides this Limited Warranty for your mobile phone, original accessory delivered with your mobile phone, and/or your mobile computing product (hereinafter referred to as "Product"). - Page 28 misuse, including but not limited to use in other than the normal and customary manner, in accordance with the Sony Ericsson instructions for use and maintenance of the Product. Nor does this warranty cover any failure of the Product due to accident, software or hardware modification or adjustment, acts of God or damage resulting from liquid.
- Page 29 To find out if your Product is sold in the country you are in, please call the local Sony Ericsson Call Center. Please observe that certain services may not be possible elsewhere than in the country of original purchase, for example due to the fact that your Product may have an interior or exterior which is different from equivalent models sold in other countries.
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Page 30: Technical Specifications
PY7F3232023 4170B-F3232022 4170B-F3232023 This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Length: 70mm Width: 28mm Height: 15mm MD400 and MD400g: 33.5 grams, excluding SIM card Powered via the USB port. GSM/UMTS antenna (Main) GPS antenna (MD400g only) Diversity (HSPA) - Page 31 Operating Storage Environmental Compliance Directives Application support Windows Apple Macintosh Electrical characteristics Nominal operating voltage Average Idle Power (GPRS attached) Data Transfer Power (Worst case with GPS enabled) Note: All power consumptions are at nominal voltage. GSM performance and technical characteristics Dimension GSM 850 GSM 900...
- Page 32 ME SIM Lock Online services (SIM-AT) USIM Application Toolkit USSD GPRS technical data Data Rates Mode of Operation IP Connectivity SMS over GPRS Compression GPRS Encryption GPRS IP allocation GPRS maximum data rates 4 + 1 3 + 2 Speed achieved depends on the Coding Scheme supported by the GSM network. The speeds given are maxima.
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Page 33: Edge Technical Data
Device class Modulation Coding Schemes EDGE features EDGE maximum data rates Coding scheme MCS-1 MCS-2 MCS-3 MCS-4 MCS-5 MCS-6 MCS-7 MCS-8 MCS-9 Speed achieved depends on the Coding scheme supported by the GSM Network. The speeds given are maxima, Sony Ericsson cannot guarantee the speed at which your network will operate. Data rate is the payload per slot: header plus data. - Page 34 Maximum Downlink speed HSPA Categories HSUPA technical data Maximum Uplink speed HSUPA Categories SMS Technical Data Concatenated SMS SMS Cell Broadcast SMS interface Firmware upgrade MD400 firmware upgrade Software upgrade Wireless Manager Upgrade GPS specifications. Specification Interface Protocol Port access Channels Antennas Receiver modes...
- Page 35 Specification Description Type M2 Memory Stick Micro™ MicroSD™ Max size 32 GB Technical specifications...
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Page 36: Index
Index antenna 9 Apple Mac OS X 13 Communications summary 1 Configurations 10 direct USB connection 10 powered hub 11 Connecting your PC400 10 declaration of conformity v EDGE definition 2 maximum data rates 23 technical data 23 FCC vi, vii firmware 24 firmware upgrade 24 GPRS... - Page 37 SIM card 4 guidelines 16 definition 2 technical data 24 software Apple Macintosh 13 launch2net – Sony Ericsson Edition 13 overview 13 third-party applications 13 Wireless Manager 13 specifications 20 support Sony Ericsson Website ix technical specifications 20 third-party applications 13 UMTS definition 2 technical data 23...
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