Mobile Broadband USB Modem MD400 HSPA/UMTS/EDGE MD400g HSPA/UMTS/EDGE and GPS User Guide DRAFT Contents How this guide is organised . Additional resources . Contents . ii Regulatory information . v Declaration of conformity . v FCC statement . vi Dclaration FCC . vii Industry Canada Statement . viii RF Exposure Caution Notice . viii About this guide . ix ix ix Overview . 1 Checklist . 1 MD400/MD400g Communications Summary . 1 Hardware overview . 2 Status LEDs . 4 SIM Card. 4 Install the Lanyard . 6 MD400 memory card slot . 7 Antennas. 9 Global Positioning System . 9 Network and subscription requirements . 9 Connecting your MD400 to your PC . 10 USB 1.1 and 2.0 . 12 Software overview . 13 System requirements . 14 Additional information . 15 Guidelines for safe and efficient use. 15 Generic SEMC Limited warranty . 17 Technical specifications . 20 Index . 26 ii Contents Sony Ericsson MD400 Mobile Broadband USB Modem DRAFT First edition (August 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 work of Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB, Sweden. The programs referred to herein are copyrighted and trademarked works of Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB, Sweden. Reproduction in whole or in part, including utilisation in machines capable of reproduction or retrieval, without the express written permission of the copyright holders is prohibited. Reverse engineering is also prohibited. Windows and Vista are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Adobe and Reader are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. All other product or service names mentioned in this manual are trademarks of their respective companies. All rights reserved. Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB, 2008 Publication number: 1212-7288.1a Contents iii DRAFT iv Contents DRAFT 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 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 301 489-24:V1.3.1, EN 301 489-3:V1.4.1 (EC400g only), EN 61000-6-3:2007, EN 61000-6-1:2007, and EN 60 950-1:2006 following the provisions of Radio Equipment and Telecommunication Terminal Equipment directive 99/5/EC with requirements covering EMC directive 89/336/EEC, and Low Voltage directive 73/23/EEC. Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. September 2008 Place and date of issue Najmi Jarwala President - US & Canada Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications (USA) Inc. We fulfil the requirements of the R&TTE Directive (99/5/EC). FR Ce produit est conforme la directive R&TTE (99/5/EC). AR CS Vrobek spluje poadavky smrnice R&TTE (99/5/EC). DA Vi opfylder kravene i R&TTE-direktivet (99/5/EC). DE Die Anforderungen der Richtlinie fr Funk- und Fernmeldegerte (99/5/EG) werden erfllt. EL R&TTE (99/5/). ES Cumplimos los requisitos de la Directiva R&TTE (99/5/EC). FI Tytmme radio- ja teleptelaitedirektiivin (99/5/EY) asettamat vaatimukset. Regulatory information v DRAFT HR Mi ispunjavamo zahtjeve R&TTE Direktive (99/5/EC). HU Teljestjk az R&TTE irnyelv (99/5/EC) kvetelmnyeit. IT Il prodotto soddisfa i requisiti della Direttiva R&TTE (99/5/EC). NL We voldoen aan de vereisten die in de R&TTE-richtlijn (99/5/EG) worden gesteld. NO Vi oppfyller kravene i R&TTE-direktivet (99/5/EC). PL Speniamy wymagania dyrektywy R&TTE (99/5/WE). PT So cumpridos os requisitos da Directiva R&TTE (99/5/EC). PB Atendemos aos requisitos da Diretriz R&TTE (99/5/EC). RO ndeplinim cerinele directivei R&TTE (99/5/EC). RU R&TTE (99/5/EC). SK Vrobok spa poiadavky smernice R&TTE (99/5/EC). SV Vi uppfyller kraven i R&TTE-direktivet (99/5/EC). TH TR R&TTE Kararnamesinin (99/5/EC) gerekliliklerini yerine getirmekteyiz. UK R&TTE (99/5/EC). ZS ZT
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FCC statement MD400 FCC ID: PY7F3232022 MD400 IC: 4170B-F3232022 MD400g FCC ID: PY7F3232023 MD400g IC: 4170B-F3232023 FCc 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, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause 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. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. vi Regulatory information DRAFT WARNING: Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by 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. Note: If this Sony Ericsson USB device is intended for use in any other portable device, you are responsible for separate approval to satisfy the SAR requirements of Part 2.1093 of FCC rules. Dclaration FCC ID FCC : PY7F3232021 IC : 4170B-F3232021 FCc Cet appareil a t test et dclar conforme aux limites dun appareil numrique de classe B en vertu de larticle 15 de la rglementation FCC. Ces limites permettent dtre correctement protg contre les interfrences nuisibles dans une installation rsidentielle. Le prsent appareil met, utilise et peut engendrer des signaux HF (haute frquence). Si vous ne linstallez pas et ne lutilisez pas conformment aux instructions, il peut provoquer des interfrences prjudiciables aux communications radio. Il nexiste toutefois aucun dispositif garantissant la non-apparition de ce type dinterfrences dans une installation dtermine. Si cet appareil provoque des interfrences dommageables la rception radiophonique ou tlvise (dtectables en mettant lappareil hors tension, puis nouveau sous tension), nous conseillons lutilisateur dessayer de les liminer en appliquant une ou plusieurs mesures ci-aprs :
rorienter ou dplacer lantenne de rception ;
augmenter lcart sparant lappareil du rcepteur ;
brancher lquipement dans une prise situe sur un circuit diffrent de celui utilis pour la connexion du rcepteur ;
consulter le revendeur ou un technicien radio/TV expriment. AVERTISSEMENT : Les changements ou modifications oprs sur le prsent appareil sans lapprobation expresse de Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB peuvent frapper de nullit lautorisation FCC relative lutilisation de lappareil prcit. ATTENTION : Le dispositif USB Sony Ericsson a t test pour satisfaire aux exigences des limites d'exposition aux radiofrquences de la FCC/IC dans la (les) configuration(s) d'ordinateur(s) portables(s) munis d'un port USB et peut tre utilis sur des ordinateurs portables dont les dimensions physiques, la fabrication et les caractristiques lectriques et de radiofrquences sont significativement semblables. Remarque : Si vous prvoyez d'utiliser ce dispositif USB Sony Ericsson sur un autre ordinateur portable, il vous incombe d'obtenir une approbation distincte pour satisfaire aux exigences SAR de l'article 2.1093 de la rglementation FCC. Regulatory information vii DRAFT Industry Canada Statement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numrique de la classe B est conforme 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 from users and bystanders. For example, in certain laptop and tablet computers and configurations where the USB connectors on the host computer are unable to provide or ensure the necessary separation between the modem and its users or bystanders to satisfy RF exposure compliance requirements. See Figure 1. In addition, to maintain RF exposure compliance, the antenna should be rotated completely away
(approximately 135 degrees) from the stowed position when operating the USB modem. See Figure 2. Fig 1 Fig 2 viii Regulatory information DRAFT About this guide Congratulations and thank you for purchasing a Sony Ericsson MD400 or MD400g Mobile Broadband USB Modem. 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 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. Note:
Be sure to read all safety guidelines in this document before using your MD400. How this guide is organised Chapter 1: Overview on page 1, contains an overview of your MD400 and the features that it supports. It also provides a list of the requirements and tools needed to use your new MD400. Chapter 2: Additional information on page 15, provides safety guidelines, warranty information, and regulations that are relevant to your MD400. Chapter 3: Technical specifications on page 20, provides detailed technical specifications for your MD400. Additional resources Sony Ericsson support Website Additional resources can be found on the Internet at the Sony Ericsson support Website You can use the Sony Ericsson Website to find the most up-to-date product information and support wherever you are. It gives you access to online customer services, user manuals, the latest software downloads, and other useful information. For more information, go to:
www.sonyericsson.com/support Publications Sony Ericsson provides the following documents to help you use your MD400:
A printed Quick Start Guide aimed at getting you operational as quickly as possible. A PDF MD400 User Guide (this document) that contains a detailed description of your MD400 and the features that it supports. This document is copied to your hard drive when Wireless Manager is installed and can be accessed by selecting Start Ericsson MD400 User Guide Wireless Manager 5 All Programs Sony Online Help built into Wireless Manager which describes in detail how to use each feature and how to install and uninstall the software. Select Help or press F1 to access online help. About this guide ix DRAFT 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 Reader from www.adobe.com. Note:
Your mobile operator may provide alternative application software and documentation. x About this guide DRAFT Overview Checklist The following items should be in the box when you unpack it:
Sony Ericsson MD400 Mobile Broadband USB Modem USB extension cable 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 Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM):
GSM GPRS EDGE 850MHz 900MHz 1800MHz 1900MHZ UMTS HSPA 850MHz 1900MHz 2100MHz Your MD400 supports SMS text messaging and the following communications services:
Service Maximum Download Speed Maximum Upload Speed HSPA UMTS EDGE GPRS 7.2Mb/s 384kb/s 247.4kb/s 53.6kb/s (CS-2) 85.6kb/s (CS-4) 2.0Mb/s 384kb/s 123.7kb/s 26.8kb/s (CS-2) 42.8kb/s (CS-4) Where UMTS service with HSPA is available, your MD400 can connect at speeds up to 7.2Mb/s. Your MD400 provides automatic fallback to UMTS where HSPA is not available and to EDGE or GPRS service where UMTS is not available (network support required). This section describes the services that the MD400 supports:
High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) HSPA is an enhancement to UMTS networks. HSDPA (High Speed Downlink Packet Access) enables the downlink speed to be dramatically increased; up to 7.2Mbps using the MD400. File downloads will be faster, whilst applications such as video streaming may operate at higher quality and greater reliability. The maximum speed available depends on the configuration of the mobile network, local conditions such as distance to the base station and usage levels. HSUPA (High Speed Uplink Packet Access) enables the MD400 to upload data at speeds up to 2.0Mbps. Overview 1 DRAFT 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 384kbps, which are ideal for media streaming, video MMS, instant shopping, and banking. Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution (EDGE) EDGE enhances GPRS by increasing data throughput over GPRS by as much as three times, depending upon the network radio signal strength and quality. GPRS networks that are enhanced with EDGE are often referred to as Enhanced GPRS (E-GPRS) networks. EDGE provides the always on capability of GPRS but at faster speeds. EDGE technology is transparent simply make a GPRS connection as usual and benefit from the increase in speed where EDGE is available in a network. When EDGE is available you can expect increased speeds of up to 200 kb/s, dependent on network coverage. General Packet Radio Service (GPRS) GPRS is a type of network connection that provides always on mobility. The connection set up is fast. After you are connected, applications can send and receive data whenever required. In todays GPRS networks, the MD400 receives data at speeds up to 53.6 kb/s and transmits at speeds up to 26.8 kb/s. Short Message Service (SMS) You can send and receive SMS text messages using the Text Messages window in Wireless Manager or other application software. Hardware overview Your Sony Ericsson MD400 is a USB Mobile Broadband Modem. The MD400 has a retractable 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. 2 Overview DRAFT Before using your MD400, you must extend the USB connector. To do this, move the antenna to the up position, as shown in the following illustration. The USB connector will automatically extend. The MD400 uses the 5 volt power supply provided by the USB port. The amount of power that your 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 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. You must remove the modem from the laptop when flying to prevent any accidental transmission. The MD400 has three integrated antennas and a 2-way Diversity receiver for improved downlink performance USB Interface The MD400 is a USB2.0 device. USB products that draw more than 100mA from the port are called high power devices; the EC400, EC400g MD400 is a high power device. At maximum transmission power (GSM850/900) it requires peak current of 600mA. Most high power capable USB ports will deliver this current. The MD400 operates at USB High Speed, 480Mbps, which is more then sufficient to handle the 7.6Mbps download speed supported by the product. Overview 3 DRAFT 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. LED 1 - GPS
(MD400g only) 2 - Mobile Service Color Yellow Yellow Off Red Green Green Blue Blue Flash rate Description Fast Slow Fast Medium Slow Medium Searching, position not fixed Position fixed GPS off Searching for a mobile network Registered to GPRS or EDGE service, not connected Connected - GPRS or EDGE service Registered to UMTS or HSPA service, not connected Slow Connected - UMTS or HSPA service Note:
On the MD400 both LEDs are Mobile Service LEDs. SIM Card When you subscribe to a mobile network, you are issued a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card. Your SIM card contains your personal subscriber data. To connect to a mobile network you must first insert your SIM card, that includes the appropriate network subscription, into your MD400. 4 Overview DRAFT To insert the SIM card 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. 3. Replace bottom cover. To remove the SIM card 1. Remove the bottom cover from the MD400. 2. Remove the SIM from the MD400. Overview 5 DRAFT 3. Replace the bottom cover. Install the Lanyard The MD400 comes with a lanyard and cover. Tread the thin end of the lanyard through the small hole in the cover, as shown in the following illustration. Once the lanyard is threaded through the cover and attached to the MD400, the cover will easily slide over the MD400 for protection or easily slide off for device access. To Install the lanyard 1. Remove the bottom cover. 6 Overview DRAFT 2. Loop the thin end of the lanyard around the plastic hook, as shown. 3. 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. Removable memory card format The MD400 has an expandable combo memory card slot which accepts either M2 Memory Stick Micro or MicroSD memory cards.. To install memory cards 1. Open the small door over the memory slot. Overview 7 DRAFT 2. Orient the arrow on the memory card toward the slot and insert the memory into the slot until it clicks. Install M2 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. Replace the door over the memory slot. To remove memory card 1. Open the small door over the memory slot. 2. Push the memory card into the slot until it clicks and release. Note:
You may require a small tool to push the memory card. 3. Grasp the memory card and remove it from the MD400. 4. Replace the door over the memory slot. To access the memory card The memory card can be assessed through Windows Explorer. It appears as a removable storage device. 8 Overview DRAFT Antennas The MD400 has two built-in antennas and the MD400g has an additional GPS antenna. 1. Main - GSM/UMTS/HSPA (transmit and receive) 2. Diversity - UMTS and HSPA (receive only) 3. GPS - Global Positional System (MD400g only) (receive only) Global Positioning System The MD400g Mobile Broadband Modem contains a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver. GPS is a satellite-based navigation system made up of a network of 32 satellites orbiting the Earth. GPS works anywhere in the world, 24 hours a day. To access the GPS features of the MD400g, select View using other software, for example, supplied by your mobile operator, please consult the documentation for that application. GPS data is provided over the Sony Ericsson GPS Port. This is a Windows 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. This is displayed in the GPS mail screen. To view the COM port information select View in Device Manager. GPS. This information is also available GPS in Wireless Manager. If you are The data that the GPS device provides, is in Nautical Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) format. This format is commonly understood by GPS-enabled applications. For more information on GPS, refer to your Wireless Manager User Guide. Network and subscription requirements The network subscription you use in conjunction with your MD400 depends on the functions and features that are available from your network operator. Contact your network operator or service Overview 9 DRAFT provider to make sure the options that you require are available (UMTS/HSPDA, GPRS/EDGE and 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. Connecting your MD400 to your PC This section contains information on the different configurations that can be utilized with your MD400. These configurations include:
Direct connection Extension cable (provided) Via a powered hub Note:
Your MD400 must be plugged into a USB port that is capable of supporting high power USB devices. The MD400 is a USB 2.0 product, however it should work in the majority of USB 1.1 ports with possible reduced throughput. Refer to USB 1.1 and 2.0 on page 12 for more information. Direct connection The MD400 can be plugged directly into a USB port as shown below. This configuration offers the best portability. Note:
To avoid damage to the MD400 or your laptops USB port, remove the MD400 before placing your laptop into a carrying case. Caution!
Some laptops have USB port positions 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 modem can not be plugged in directly, e.g., the USB port is recessed and the USB connector on the modem can not reach. 10 Overview DRAFT 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. The cable will improve performance. Note:
Your MD400 may not operate correctly if you use a standard USB cable in place of the provided extension cable. Powered Hub A self powered hub (not provided) may be used in conjunction with the extension cable and your MD400. In some cases, especially when used with desktop PCs, it may be necessary to plug the MD400 into a USB hub rather than directly into the PC. This is possible, provided that the hub is self powered via its own AC adaptor. Note:
It is not advisable to use a bus-powered hub with your MD400. These are hubs that have no power supply of their own. Many portable hubs for laptops are of this type. Overview 11 DRAFT The MD400 is plugged in using the supplied extension cable or directly into a socket on the hub. The 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. Other high power devices include USB-powered disk drives, scanners and rechargeable music players. If you are experiencing problems, unplug these other devices to test if your hub is overloaded. USB 1.1 and 2.0 Your MD400 is a USB 2.0 product, however it should work in the majority of USB 1.1 ports, but data throughput may be compromised. Note:
Sony Ericsson does not guarantee operation in a USB1.1 port As a guide, USB 1.1 ports are likely to be found in these cases:
All PCs manufactured before 2002 All PCs originally sold with Windows 2000 installed Current PCs where the USB port is provided only for use with keyboard and mouse. USB 2.0 ports can be identified in the Device Manager. Select Start Hardware Tab, Device Manager. The presence of an Enhanced Host Controller indicates USB 2.0 support:
Control Panel System, 12 Overview DRAFT 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 MD400 settings and preferences Send and receive SMS messages Manage phonebooks saved to your SIM card and hard drive 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. You can find the application in one or more of these locations:
As a download from http://www.novamedia.de/sonyericsson (please check here for latest In the OS X folder of the CD-ROM (if provided) information and updates) Third-party applications Your network operator or your network administrator may provide an application that works with your MD400. Please refer to the instructions supplied with that application. Functions and features available may be different compared with the Sony Ericsson Wireless Manager application. Overview 13 DRAFT Virtual Private Network (VPN) 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:
Available USB port capable of supporting high power USB devices MD400 SIM card Windows (Wireless Manager) Wireless Manager works with the following versions of the Windows operating system:
Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 (SP4) Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2); 32-bit (x86) and 64-bit (x64) processors Windows Vista; 32-bit (x86) and 64-bit (x64) processors Your PC must meet or exceed the minimum system requirements for the installed version of the Windows operating system and have the following:
110MB of available disk space Note:
Sony Ericsson periodically releases new versions of Wireless Manager with new features and bugfixes. The exact support for the Windows Operating System may change over time. The readme.txt file included in the download, always identifies which versions and service packs of the Windows operating system are supported. For more information and downloads, please visit www.sonyericsson.com/support Apple Macintosh Please refer to the instructions suppled with launch2net or other application software. 14 Overview DRAFT 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. 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 not use your product near medical equipment without requesting permission from your treating physician or authorised medical staff. Do not use your product when in, or around aircraft, or areas showing the sign turn off two-
way radio. Do not use your product in an area where a potentially explosive atmosphere exists. Do not place your product or install wireless equipment in the area above your cars air bag. Do not attempt to disassemble your product. Only Sony Ericsson authorised personnel should perform service. Do not use your laptop while driving. Efficient use Do not cover the MD400 when in use, as this affects call quality. Personal medical devices Mobile Broadband Modems may affect the operation of cardiac pacemakers and other implanted equipment. If a minimum distance of 15 cm (6 inches) is kept between the MD400 and the pacemaker, the risk of interference is limited. If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, immediately turn off your MD400. Contact your cardiologist for more information. For other medical devices, please consult your physician and the manufacturer of the device. Children DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO PLAY WITH YOUR MD400. THEY COULD HURT THEMSELVES OR OTHERS, OR COULD ACCIDENTALLY DAMAGE THE MOBILE BROADBAND MODEM. YOUR MOBILE BROADBAND MODEM. MAY CONTAIN SMALL PARTS THAT COULD BE DETACHED AND CREATE A CHOKING HAZARD. Additional information 15 Disposal of old electrical & electronic equipment DRAFT 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. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased your MD400. Emergency calls Mobile Broadband Modems manufactured by Sony Ericsson do not support voice calls and should not be relied upon for essential communications. Inserting and removing the SIM card precautions against electrostatic discharge (ESD) Do not touch the SIM card connectors. As a precaution, always make sure that the MD400 is already in your hand before you insert or remove the SIM card. Power Considerations In almost all cases, the MD400 works correctly when connected to one USB port, either directly or using the supplied extension cable. If you experience the problems listed below, your PC or USB hub may be failing to provide sufficient power to the MD400. The MD400 fails to start The MD400 is shown as Disabled in Device Manager Windows presents a message to say that the device is not operating The MD400 malfunctions when a connection is made Data transfers frequently stall 16 Additional information DRAFT 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"). Should your Product need warranty service, please return it to the dealer from whom it was purchased, or contact your local Sony Ericsson Call Center (national rates may apply) or visit www.sonyericsson.com to get further information. Warranty requirements may differ by country or region. Please visit www.sonyericsson.com/support to review the Sony Ericsson warranty applicable to the country or region where you purchased your product, which may differ from the default generic warranty included with your user materials. OUR WARRANTY Subject to the conditions of this Limited Warranty, Sony Ericsson warrants this Product to be free from defects in design, material and workmanship at the time of its original purchase by a consumer. This Limited Warranty will last for a period of one (1) year as from the original date of purchase of the Product. WHAT WE WILL DO If, during the warranty period, this Product fails to operate under normal use and service, due to defects in design, materials or workmanship, Sony Ericsson authorized distributors or service partners, in the country* where you purchased the Product, will, at their option, either repair or replace the Product in accordance with the terms and conditions stipulated herein. Sony Ericsson and its service partners reserve the right to charge a handling fee if a returned Product is found not to be under warranty according to the conditions below. Please note that some of your personal settings, downloads and other information may be lost when your Sony Ericsson Product is repaired or replaced. At present Sony Ericsson may be prevented by applicable law, other regulation or technical restrictions from making a backup copy of certain downloads. Sony Ericsson does not take any responsibility for any lost information of any kind and will not reimburse you for any such loss. You should always make backup copies of all the information stored on your Sony Ericsson Product such as downloads, calendar and contacts before handing in your Sony Ericsson Product for repair or replacement. CONDITIONS 1. This Limited Warranty is valid only if the original proof of purchase for this Product issued by a Sony Ericsson authorized dealer specifying the date of purchase and serial number**, is presented with the Product to be repaired or replaced. Sony Ericsson reserves the right to refuse warranty service if this information has been removed or changed after the original purchase of the Product from the dealer. If Sony Ericsson repairs or replaces the Product, the repair for the defect concerned, or the replaced Product shall be warranted for the remaining time of the original warranty period or for ninety (90) days from the date of repair, whichever is longer. Repair or replacement may involve the use of functionally equivalent reconditioned units. Replaced parts or components will become the property of Sony Ericsson. 2. Additional information 17 DRAFT 3. This warranty does not cover any failure of the Product due to normal tear and wear, or due to 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. A rechargeable battery can be charged and discharged more than a hundred times. However, it will eventually wear out - this is not a defect and corresponds to normal wear and tear. When the talk-time or standby time is noticeably shorter, it is time to replace your battery. Sony Ericsson recommends that you use only batteries and chargers approved by Sony Ericsson. Minor variations in display brightness and colour may occur between the phones. There may be tiny bright or dark dots on the display. These are called defective pixels and occur when individual dots have malfunctioned and can not be adjusted. Two defective pixels are deemed acceptable. Minor variations in camera image appearance may occur between phones. This is nothing uncommon and is not regarded as a defective camera module. 4. Since the cellular system on which the Product is to operate is provided by a carrier independent from Sony Ericsson, Sony Ericsson will not be responsible for the operation, availability, coverage, services or range of that system. 5. This warranty does not cover Product failures caused by installations, modifications, or repair or opening of the Product performed by a non-Sony Ericsson authorised person. 6. The warranty does not cover Product failures which have been caused by use of accessories or other peripheral devices which are not Sony Ericsson branded original accessories intended for use with the Product. 7. Tampering with any of the seals on the Product will void the warranty. 8. THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES, WHETHER WRITTEN OR ORAL, OTHER THAN THIS PRINTED LIMITED WARRANTY. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT SHALL Sony Ericsson OR ITS LICENSORS BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOST PROFITS OR COMMERCIAL LOSS; TO THE FULL EXTENT THOSE DAMAGES CAN BE DISCLAIMED BY LAW. Some countries/states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitation of the duration of implied warranties, so the preceding limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. The warranty provided does not affect the consumer's statutory rights under applicable legislation in force, nor the consumer's rights against the dealer arising from their sales / purchase contract.
*GEOGRAPHICAL SCOPE OF THE WARRANTY If you have purchased your Product in a country member of the European Economic Area (EEA) or in Switzerland or the Republic of Turkey, and such Product was intended for sale in the EEA or in Switzerland or in Turkey, you can have your Product serviced in any EEA country or in Switzerland or in Turkey, under the warranty conditions prevailing in the country in which you require servicing, provided that an identical Product is sold in such country by an authorised Sony Ericsson distributor. 18 Additional information DRAFT 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. Please note in addition that it may sometimes not be possible to repair SIM-locked Products.
** In some countries/regions additional information (such as a valid warranty card) may be requested. Additional information 19 DRAFT Technical specifications General Product name System MD400 GSM 850 E-GSM 900 GSM 1800 GSM 1900 UMTS 850 (band V) UMTS 1900 (band II) UMTS 2100 (band I) USB Device Type USB 2.0, High Speed USB Device Services supported SIM Card GSM: GPRS/EDGE, SMS, USSD UMTS: Packet-Switched, HSDPA, HSUPA, Circuit-Switched, SMS, USSD Speech services are not supported GPS Positioning (MD400g only) Small plug-in card, 3V and 1.8V type Regular (non-GPRS-aware) and GPRS-aware SIMs supported USIM MD400 Type Number FAD-3232022-BV MD400g Type Number FAD-3232023-BV MD400 FCC ID MD400g FCC ID MD400 IC MD400g IC Industry Canada Statement PY7F3232022 PY7F3232023 4170B-F3232022 4170B-F3232023 This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Exterior description Size Weight Battery Antenna 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) 20 Technical specifications DRAFT Ambient temperatures Operating Storage
-10 to 55 degrees C
-20 to 65 degrees C Environmental Compliance Directives Application support Windows Apple Macintosh Electrical characteristics WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive) RoHS (Restriction of use of certain Hazardous Substances) Sony Ericsson Wireless Manager Third-party software that might be provided by your mobile operator launch2net - Sony Ericsson Edition Third-party software that might be provided by your mobile operator Nominal operating voltage 5V Average Idle Power (GPRS attached)
<500mW Data Transfer Power
(Worst case with GPS enabled)
<4.0W Note:
All power consumptions are at nominal voltage. GSM performance and technical characteristics Dimension Modulation Power classes GSM 850 GMSK/8-PSK GSM 900 E-GSM 900 GMSK/8-PSK GSM 1800 GMSK/8-PSK GSM 1900 GMSK/8-PSK Class 4 (2W) for GSM/GPRS and EGPRS/MCS 1-4 (GMSK);
Class E2 (0.5W) for EGPRS/MCS 5-9 (8-PSK) Class 4 (2W) for GSM/GPRS and EGPRS/MCS 1-4 (GMSK);
Class E2 (0.5W) for EGPRS/MCS 5-9 (8-PSK) Class 1 (1W) for GSM/GPRS and EGPRS/MCS 1-4 (GMSK);
Class E2 (0.4W) for EGPRS/MCS 5-9 (8-PSK) Class 1 (1W) for GSM/GPRS and EGPRS/MCS 1-4 (GMSK);
Class E2 (0.4W) for EGPRS/MCS 5-9 (8-PSK) Technical specifications 21 GSM features supported ME SIM Lock Online services (SIM-AT) DRAFT Network Network Subset Service Provider Corporate Supported (R99) USIM Application Toolkit Supported USSD Phase 2+
Support is provided via AT commands; No MMI is provided GPRS technical data Data Rates Mode of Operation IP Connectivity SMS over GPRS Compression GPRS Encryption GPRS IP allocation Multislot class 10 supported (see table below). Coding schemes: CS-1, CS-2, CS-3 and CS-4 Class B (attaches to both GSM and GPRS at the same time). PDP type IP is supported IPv4 Mobile Originated and Mobile Terminated TCP/IP Header Compression (RFC1144 and RFC 2507) V42bis GEA1 and GEA2 Dynamic Static GPRS maximum data rates CS-1 9.05 kb/s CS-2 13.4 kb/s CS-3 15.6 kb/s CS-4 21.4 kb/s 4 + 1 3 + 2 RX TX RX TX 36.2 9.05 27.15 18.1 53.6 13.4 40.2 26.8 62.4 15.6 46.8 31.2 85.6 21.4 64.2 42.8 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. 22 Technical specifications EDGE technical data DRAFT Device class EDGE Class 10 Modulation Coding Schemes MCS-1 to MCS-9 EDGE features Link Adaptation Incremental Redundancy Extended Uplink Temporary Block Flow (TBF) Network Assisted Cell Change (NACC) EDGE maximum data rates Coding scheme Data rate per slot MCS-1 MCS-2 MCS-3 MCS-4 MCS-5 MCS-6 MCS-7 MCS-8 MCS-9 10.60 13.00 16.60 19.40 24.05 31.25 47.45 57.05 61.85 4 + 1 3 + 2 Rx 42.40 52.00 66.40 77.60 96.20 125.00 189.80 228.20 247.40 Tx 10.60 13.00 16.60 19.40 24.05 31.25 47.45 57.05 61.85 Rx 31.80 39.00 49.80 58.20 72.15 93.75 142.35 171.15 185.55 Tx 21.20 26.00 33.20 38.80 48.10 62.50 94.90 114.10 123.70 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. UMTS technical data Power class Class 3 (0.25W, 24dBm) Maximum Downlink speed Maximum Uplink speed 384kb/s 384kb/s UMTS features Inter-Mode Handover (UMTS/EDGE/GPRS) Inter-Mode Re-selection (UMTS/EDGE/GPRS) Quality Of Service UMTS classes supported via AT Command Modes IP Allocation R4 Enhancements PDP type IP is supported IPv4 Static, Dynamic Extended TBF Uplink Network Assisted Cell Change (NACC) Technical specifications 23 DRAFT HSPA technical data Maximum Downlink speed 7.2Mb/s HSPA Categories 1-8, 11, 12 HSUPA technical data Maximum Uplink speed 2.0Mb/s HSUPA Categories 4 (10ms) and 5 SMS Technical Data Concatenated SMS SMS Cell Broadcast SMS interface Supported in Wireless Manager or via third party software Supported via AT Commands. Wireless Manager. AT Command. Firmware upgrade MD400 firmware upgrade Via secure Internet download using the Sony Ericsson Update Service, www.sonyericsson.com/support or at Sony Ericsson Service Points Software upgrade Wireless Manager Upgrade Internet download GPS specifications. Specification Description Interface Protocol Port access Channels Antennas Receiver modes USB virtual COM port NMEA 0183 v2.0 Simultaneous port open for multiple GPS applications. 8 hardware channels Up to 20 satellite tracking via software channels Built-in GPS antenna. Standalone Assisted Start Performance Standalone Cold start TTFF < 60 seconds @ -130dBm Hot start TTFF < 10s @ -130dBm Assisted Start Cold start TTFF < 10s @ -130dBm Hot start TTFF < 10s @ -130dBm Cold start TTFF < 60s @ -150dBm 24 Technical specifications Flash Memory Card. DRAFT Specification Description Type Max size M2 Memory Stick Micro MicroSD 32 GB Technical specifications 25 DRAFT H hardware overview 3 requirements 14 SIM card 4 technical data 24 HSDPA HSPA definition 1 I Internet 24 L Lanyard install 6 status 4 M Memory card access 8 format 7 install 7 removal 8 slot 7 launch2net Sony Ericsson Edition 13 LEDs Mobile Broadband Modem disposal of 16 N network requirements 9 P packaging, checklist 1, 7 personal medical devices, guidelines 15 R requirements hardware 14 network and subscription 9 Index A antenna 9 Apple Mac OS X 13 C Communications summary 1 Configurations 10 direct USB connection 10 powered hub 11 Connecting your PC400 10 D declaration of conformity v E EDGE definition 2 maximum data rates 23 technical data 23 F FCC vi, vii firmware 24 firmware upgrade 24 G GPRS definition 2 maximum data rates 22 technical data 22 GPS 9 GSM features supported 22 performance 21 guidelines children 15 overview 15 personal medical devices 15 recommendations 15 SIM handling 16 26 Index S SIM card 4 guidelines 16 SMS 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 T technical specifications 20 third-party applications 13 U UMTS definition 2 technical data 23 USB 1.1 and 2.0 12 Interface 3 V VPN 14 W warranty limited 17 Wireless Manager description 13 DRAFT Index 27