Alcatel LINK KEY LTE cat4 Usb Dongle Manual

Table of Contents

Contents

1 Safety precautions
2 Web UI configuration
- 2.1 Log into the configuration page
- 2.2 Icon description
3 Connection
4 Usage
5 SMS
- 5.1 Read/Reply/Forward SMS
6 Settings
7 Software update
8 Warranty
9 Q&A
10 Warning and precautions
11 General information
12 Documents / Resources
- 12.1 References
- 12.2 Download manual

Safety precautions

Read the safety precautions carefully to ensure the correct and safe use of your wireless device.

	Do not switch on your device when the device use is prohibited or when the device use may cause interference or danger.
	Follow the rules or regulations in hospitals and health care facilities. Switch off your device near medical apparatus.
	Switch off your device in an aircraft. The device may cause interference to control signals.of.the.aircraft.
	Switch off your device near high-precision electronic devices. The device may affect the performance of these devices.
	Do not attempt to disassemble your device or its.accessories. Only qualified personnel are allowed to service or repair the device.
	Do not place your device or its accessories in containers with strong electromagnetic field.
	Do not place magnetic storage media near your. device. Radiation from the device may erase the information stored on them.
	Do not put your device in a high-temperature place or use it in a place with flammable gas such as a gas station.
	Keep your device and its accessories away from children. Do not allow children to use your device without guidance.
	Use approved batteries and chargers onlto avoid explosion.
	Observe the laws or regulations on device use. Respect others' privacy and legal rights when using your device.

It is recommended that the equipment only be used in an environment where temperature is between -10°C.and 55°C.and humidity is between 5% to 95%.

Web UI configuration

Log into the configuration page

Open the browser and enter this address http://192.168.1.1.

The default login does not require a password.

Icon description

Category	Icon Display
Signal strength	From no signal to excellent
Network status	Disconnect, Connected, Roaming
SMS	Normal, New message, SMS box full, View message
Home	.Click to go back to Home.page
Network type	2G: EDGE, GPRS, GSM 3G: HSPA, HSUPA+, UMTS 4G: FDD.LTE
Connection status	Connected, Disconnected
Usage	Usage data

Connection

Click the."Connection" area to open the menu. This includes connection info upload/download usage (for a connected.duration), network technology number of devices connected.

Connection information

Turn on/off Key: Connect/disconnect from the Internet.

Network information: Display Operator name If network is roaming, the icon "R" appears on the right of operator name, otherwise, hidden "R" icon.

Usage information

A current usage time and data is displayed:
Total time duration for current connection in HH:MM.(e.g: 12Hrs.02.Mins).

Total data for current connection in MB or GB.

Signal & technology information

Signal icon: Shows the signal strength. The icon is grey when there is no service.

Network technology: 2G, 3G, 4G in different networks. Icon is empty in disconnected and no service status.

Usage

Click Usage area to open usage status menu and display usage info in home and roaming status, which includes upload/download data transfers.

Usage information

Home: Local download + upload usage, current volume/total volume; Clear all data when starting a new period cycle. If usage exceeds.100%, reminder icon displays.

Roaming: Current Roaming Data and Total Roaming Data.

Duration: Duration time for each connection; total duration time for a specified connection period. If time exceeds limitation, reminder icon will display on screen.

Clear history

Click top right option menu and select Clear History in the draw menu.

When it is billing day, the whole usage database will be cleared automatically.

If usage or time excessed the limitation and you set a new usage or time limitation plan, the.previous database will be cleared automatically.

If usage or time hasn't excessed the limitation and you set a new usage or time limitation plan, the database will not be cleared.

Usage setting

Click on the top right of the option menu and select Usage settings to set usage data.

SMS

Click the SMS area to enter the Message interface, the following items are included:
+New message: Create.new. SMS.
Draft: Save the unsent SMS.

: Delete SMS.
: Send SMS fail.
: Option Menu.

SMS settings.
Delete all messages.

Read/Reply/Forward SMS

Double click a message to read the entire message. At the same time a SMS box is displayed for Reply/Forward.

Settings

Click Settings to enter the Settings area and the following items are included.

Profile management: Edit your profile.

PIN Code Settings: PIN operation: include two behaviours: Disable/Modify.

Note:

When you entered the wrong PIN 3 times, PUK is needed. You can get this key from the operator.
PIN code: 4-8.digits.

Connection mode: Automatic or Manual at draw down list.

Network mode: Auto, 2G only, 3G only, 4G only modes in draw down list.

About: Display your device basic information.

Reboot: Restart the device.
Reset: Reset the device to the original factory settings.
Backup: Download (backup) the configuration.
Restore: Choose file to restore.

Software update

Online update
The device will check the software version automatically. Find new version: xx, click."Update" to update to new version. Don't power off during upgrading. Device will be restarted after an upgrade.

Warranty

The device is warranted against any deviation from technical specifications for a period of twelve (12) months from the date specified on your original invoice^{^[1]}.

Under the terms of this warranty, you must immediately inform your vendor in case of a conformity defect on this device, and present a proof of purchase.

The vendor.or repair center will decide whether to replace or repair this device, as appropriate.

Repaired or replaced this device are warranted ONE (1) month unless there are statutory provisions to the contrary.

Q&A

Q: Which browsers does the device support?
A: It supports Firefox, Safari 4.0.2----5. 2, IE.7.0----10.0, Opera; Chrome.
Q: Which OS does the device support?
A: It supports windows XP/Vista/7/8/10; Mac OS X10.5----10.10.
Q: What to do if there is No service?
A: The possible reasons are listed as bellow:
1. Unstable local signal.
2. Hardware problem.
  You may:
  1. If you are inside a building or near a structure that may be blocking the signal, change the position or location of the device. For example, try moving the device closer to a window.
  2. Check the hardware or use another device and retry.
Q: What to do if "PIN lock" or "PUK lock"?
A: The SIM card is locked. Log into the Web page and Enter your PIN code or PUK code you got from the operator.
Note: If you entered wrong PIN 3 times, then PUK is needed, and if the wrong PUK. entered 10 times, the SIM card will be locked forever.
Q: How to connect/disconnect to the 4G network?
A: Log into the web browser, go to Connection and click "Connect/Disconnect" button.
Q: How to set a new PIN for my SIM card?
A: Log into the web browser, go to Settings->PIN Code Management.
Q: Where can I find information about Internet connectivity?
A: Log into the web browser, go to. Connection.
Q: How to check the volume and time i used before?
A: Log into the web browser, go to Usage.
Q: How.to.search.the.network.manually?
A: Log into the web browser, go to Settings->Network mode, choose.manual.for.network. selection.
Q: How to check the model number and firmware versions of my device?
A: Log into the web browser, go to Settings->About.
Q: Can I back up and restore my configuration settings?
A: Log into the web browser, go to Settings->About.
Q: How do I connect to the Internet.automatically when I turn on the device?
A: Log into the web browser, go to Settings->Network mode->AUTO.
Q: How to change the login password?
A: Log into the web browser, go to Settings->Login settings.

Warning and precautions

Electronic Device

Turn off your device near high-precisione lectronic devices. The wireless device may affect the performance of these devices. Such devices include hearing aids, pacemakers fire alarm system, automatic.gates, and other automatic devices can be affected. If.you are using an electronic medical device, consult the device manufacturer to confirm whether the radio wave affects the operation of this device.

Hospital

Switch off your wireless device when requested to do so in hospitals, clinics or health care facilities. These requests are designed to prevent possible interference with sensitive medical equipment.

Storage Environment

Do not place magnetic storage media such as magnetic cards and floppy disks near the wireless. device. Radiation from the wireless device may erase the information stored on them.
Do not put your wireless device and other accessories in containers with strong magnetic field, such as an induction cooker and a microwave oven. Otherwise, circuit failure, fire, or explosion may occur.
Do not leave your wireless device in a very hot or cold place. Otherwise, malfunction of the products fire or.explosion may occur. Do not subject your wireless device to serious collision or shock. Otherwise, wireless device malfunction, overheat, fire, or explosion may occur.

Children Safety

Put.your wireless device in places beyond the reach of children. Do not allow children to use the wireless device without guidance.
Do.not.allow children to put the device in mouth.
Do.not allow children to touch the small fittings. Otherwise, suffocation or gullet jam can be caused if children swallow the small fittings.

Operating Environment

The wireless device is noе water-resistant. Keep.it.dry. Protect.the.wireless.device.from water or vapor. Do not touch the wireless device with a wet hand. Otherwise, short-circuit and malfunction of the product or electric shock may occur.
Do not use the wireless device in dusty, damp and dirty places or places with magnetic field. Otherwise, malfunction of the circuit may occur.
On.a thunder stormy day, do not use your wireless device outdoors.
The wireless device may interfere with nearby TV sets, radio and PCs.
In accordance with international standards for radio frequency and radiation, use wireless. device accessories approved by the manufacturer only.

Traffic Safety

When driving, do not use the device

When switched on this device emits electromagnetic waves that can interfere.with.the.vehicle's electronic.systems such as ABS anti-lock brakes or airbags. To ensure that there is no problem, do not place this device on top of the dashboard or within an airbag deployment area.
Check with your car dealer or the car manufacturer to make sure that the dashboard is adequately shielded from this device RF energy.

Conditions of Use

Switch this device off before boarding an aircraft.
Switch this device off when you are in health care facilities, except in designated areas. As with many other types of equipment now in regular use, this device can interfere with other electrical or electronic devices, or equipment-using radio frequencies.
Switch this device off when you are near.gas or.flammable liquids. Strictly obey all signs and instructions posted in a fuel depot, petrol station, chemical plant, or in any potentially explosive atmosphere.
When this device is switched on, it should be kept at least 15 cm from any medical device such as a pacemaker, a hearing aid or insulin pump, etc.
Do not let children use this device without supervision.
When replacing the cover, please note that this device may contain substances that could create an allergic reaction.
Always handle this device with care and keep it in a clean and dust-free place.
Do not open, dismantle or attempt to repair this device yourself.
Do not drop, throw or bend this device.
Do not paint it.

WEEE Approval

This device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE Directive)

This symbol on this device means that these products must be taken to collection points at the end of their life:
Municipal waste disposal centers with specific bins for these items of equipment.

Collection bins at points of sale.

They will then be recycled, so that their components can be reused, and to prevent substances being disposed of in the environment.

In European Union countries:
These collection points are accessible free of charge.

All.products with this symbol must be brought to these collection points.

In non-European Union jurisdictions:
Items of equipment with this symbol are not to be thrown.into.ordinary.bins if your jurisdiction or your region has suitable recycling and collection facilities; instead they are to be taken to collection points for recycling.

RoHs Approval

This device is in compliance with the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in. electrical and electronic equipment Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHs. Directive).

General information

Internet address: www.alcatelmobile.com
Hot Line Number: see "SERVICES" leaflet or go to our website.
Manufacturer: TCL Communication. Ltd.
Address: 5/F, Building. 22E, 22 Science Park East. Avenue, Hong Kong Science Park, Shatin, NT, Hong Kong
This radio equipment operates with the followin frequency bands and maximum radio-frequency power:
GSM 900: 33.5 dBm
GSM 1800: 31 dBm
UMTS B1 (2100): 23 dBm
UMTS B8 (900): 23.5 dBm
LTE B1/7/8/20/28 (2100/2600/900/800/700): 23.5 dBm
LTE B3 (1800): 23.8 dBm

Hereby, TCL Communication Ltd. declares that the radio equipment type Alcatel IK41VE1 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.

The full. text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address:
http://www.alcatelmobile.com/EU_doc.

The description of accessories and components, including software, which allow the radio equipment to operate as intended, can be obtained in the full text of the EU declaration of conformity at the followinh internet.address: http://www.alcatelmobile.com/EU_doc.

Disclaimer
There may be certain differences between the user manual description and the device's operation, depending on the software release of your device or specific carrier services.

TCL Communication. Ltd. shall.not.be.held legally responsible for such differences, if any, nor for their potential consequences, which responsibility shall be borne by the carrier exclusively.