Alcatel LinkHub HH70VH User manual

HH70VH
User Manual

Table of contents
Safety and use..................................................................................................................1
1. Overview.....................................................................................................................5
1.1 System requirements......................................................................................5
1.2 Device description...........................................................................................5
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2.1 Insert nano-SIM...............................................................................................7
2.2 Connect the power adapter..........................................................................8
2.3 Optional: Installing the external antennae.................................................9
2.4 How to connect in Wi-Fi mode................................................................. 10
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3.1 Configure your Cat7 Routervia application............................................ 12
3.2 Configure your Cat7 Routervia Web page............................................. 12
4. Services......................................................................................................................15
4.1 SMS.................................................................................................................. 15
4.2 Call logs........................................................................................................... 16
4.3 Share................................................................................................................ 16
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5.1 Dial-up............................................................................................................. 19
5.2 WAN................................................................................................................ 20
5.3 Wi-Fi................................................................................................................ 21
5.4 Security........................................................................................................... 23
5.5 NAT.................................................................................................................. 24
5.6 QoS .................................................................................................................. 25
5.7 LAN.................................................................................................................. 25
6. System........................................................................................................................25
6.1 Device info..................................................................................................... 25
6.2 Reboot and reset .......................................................................................... 25
6.3 Update ............................................................................................................ 26
6.4 Device management .................................................................................... 26
7. Warranty ...................................................................................................................27
8. Q&A............................................................................................................................28

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Safety and use
We recommend that you read this chapter carefully before using your device.
The manufacturer disclaims any liability for damage, which may result as a
consequence of improper use or use contrary to the instructions contained
herein.
CONDITIONS OF USE:
Switch the device off before boarding an aircraft.
Switch the device offwhen you are in health care facilities, except in designated
areas. As with many other types of equipment now in regular use, devices can
interfere with other electrical or electronic devices, or equipment using radio
frequency.
Switch the device off when you are near gas or flammable liquids. Strictly obey
allsigns and instructions posted in a fuel depot,petrol station, orchemicalplant,
or in any potentially explosive atmosphere.
When this device is switched on, it should be kept at least 20 cm from the body.
When the device is switched on, it should be kept at least 15 cm from any
medical device such as a pacemaker, a hearing aid, or an insulin pump, etc.
Do not let children use the device and/or play with the device and accessories
without supervision.
If your device has a removable cover, note that your device may contain
substances that could create an allergic reaction.
If your device is a unibody device, the back cover is not removable. If you
disassemble your device the warranty will not apply.
Always handle your device with care and keep it in a clean and dust-free place.
Do not allow your device to be exposed to adverse weather or environmental
conditions (moisture, humidity, rain, infiltration of liquids, dust, sea air, etc.).The
manufacturer’s recommended operating temperature range is -20°C (-4°F) to
+50°C (122°F).
Do not open, dismantle, or attempt to repair your device yourself.
Do not drop, throw, or bend your device.
Do not paint it.
Use only adapters and accessories which are recommended by TCL
CommunicationLtd.anditsaffiliatesandarecompatiblewithyourdevicemodel.
TCLCommunicationLtd.anditsaffiliatesdisclaimanyliabilityfordamagecaused
by the use of other adapters.

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Thissymbolonyourdeviceandtheaccessoriesmeansthattheseproducts
must be taken to collection points at the end of their life:
- Municipal waste disposal centres with specific bins for these items of
equipment;
- Collection bins at points of sale.
They will then be recycled, preventing substances being disposed of in the
environment, so that their components can be reused.
In European Union countries:
These collection points are accessible free of charge.
All products with this sign 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 them to be recycled.
Adapters:
Mains powered adapters will operate within the temperature range of: 0°C
(32°F) to 40°C (104°F ).
Theadaptersdesignedforyourdevicemeetthestandardforsafetyofinformation
technology equipment and office equipment use. They are also compliant with
the ecodesign directive 2009/125/EC.
Due to different applicable electrical specifications, an adapter you purchased
in one jurisdiction maynot work in another jurisdiction.They should be used for
this purpose only.
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Proof of compliance with international standards (ICNIRP) or with European
Directive 2014/53/EU (RED) is required of all device models before they can
be put on the market. The protection of the health and safety for the user and
anyother person is an essential requirement ofthese standards orthis directive.
THIS DEVICE MEETS INTERNATIONAL GUIDELINES FOR EXPOSURE TO
RADIO WAVES.
Your device is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed not to exceed
the limits for exposure to radio waves (radio frequency electromagnetic fields)
recommended by international guidelines. The guidelines were developed by
an independent scientific organisation (ICNIRP) and include a substantial safety
margindesigned to assurethe safetyofall persons, regardlessofageand health.

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The World Health Organization has stated that present scientific information
does not indicate the need for any special precautions for the use of mobile
devices. They recommend that if you are interested in further reducing your
exposure then you can easily do so by limiting your usage or keep the device
away from the head and body.
Additional information about electromagnetic fields and public health are
available on the following site: http://www.who.int/peh-emf.
Your device is equipped with a built-in antenna. For optimal operation, you
should avoid touching it or degrading it.
Licences
The Wi-Fi Logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance
This equipment may be operated in all European countries. The 5150-5350
MHz band is restricted to indoor use only.
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LT LU HU MT NL AT PL PT RO SI SK FI SE UK LI CH
We hereby point out that the end user warranty for infringement IPR is solely
limited to the EU/EEA/Switzerland.
If and to the extent that the Product is exported, taken with, or used by end
customer or end user outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland any responsibility,
warranty or indemnification of manufacturer and its suppliers in regard to the
Product expires (including any indemnification in regard to infringement IPR).
General information
Internet address: www.alcatel-mobile.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.
Thisradioequipmentoperateswiththefollowingfrequencybandsandmaximum
radio-frequency power:
GSM900: 32.5dBm
GSM850: 32.5dBm
GSM1800: 29.5dBm

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GSM 1900: 29.5dBm
UMTS 2100/1800/900 : 23dBm
LTE 2100/1800/2600/900/800 : 23dBm
LTE TDD 38/40 : 23dBm
802.11a/b/g/n/ac: 2.4GHz<20dBm , 5GHz<20dBm
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Hereby,TCLCommunicationLtd. declaresthat the radio equipmenttypeAlcatel
HH70VH is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.
Additional information
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following
internet address: http://www.alcatel-mobile.com/EU_doc
Thedescriptionofaccessoriesand 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 following internet address: http://www.
alcatel-mobile.com/EU_doc
Disclaimer
There may be certain differences between the user manual description and the
device’s operation, depending on the software release ofyourdevice or specific
operator services.
TCLCommunicationLtd.shallnotbeheldlegallyresponsibleforsuchdifferences,
if any, nor for their potential consequences. This device may contain materials,
including applications and software in executable or source code form, which is
submitted by third parties for inclusion in this device ("Third Party Materials").
All Third Party Materials in this device are provided "as is", without warranty
of any kind, whether express or implied. The purchaser undertakes that TCL
Communication Ltd. has compliedwith all quality obligations incumbent upon it
as a manufacturer of mobile devices and devices in complying with Intellectual
Property rights. TCL Communication Ltd. will at no stage be responsible for the
inability or failure of the Third Party Materials to operate on this device or in
interaction with any other device. To the maximum extent permitted by law,
TCL Communication Ltd. disclaims all liability for any claims, demands, suits or
actions, and more specifically – but not limited to – tort law actions, under any
theory of liability, arising out of the use, by whatever means, or attempts to
use, such Third Party Materials. Moreover, the present Third Party Materials,
which are provided free of charge by TCL Communication Ltd., may be subject
to paid updates and upgrades in the future;TCL Communication Ltd. waives any
responsibility regarding such additional costs, which shall be borne exclusively

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by the purchaser. TCL Communication Ltd. shall not be held responsible for the
lack of availability of any application, as its availability depends on the country
andtheoperatorofthepurchaser.TCLCommunicationLtd. reserves the rightat
any time to add or remove Third Party Materials from its devices without prior
notice; in no event shall TCL Communication Ltd. be held responsible by the
purchaser for any consequences of such removal.
1. Overview
This device allows you to share a secure mobile broadband internet connection
using Wi-Fi or an ethernet cable. Wi-Fi enabled devices (PCs, smartphones,
tablets, gaming devices, etc.) can access the internet by connecting to the Cat7
Router. To get the best signal, the ideal place for your device will be near a
window.Try a fewdifferent locations untilyou find the onewith the best signal.
1.1 System requirements
This Cat7 Router is compatible with Wi-Fi devices which support 2.4GHz
(802.11 b/g/n) or 5GHz (802.11 a/n/c) and have a web browser.
1.2 Device description
WPS button
Power button
TELport
Signal
indicator
Network
indicator
TEL
indicator
Wi-Fi
indicator
Power
indicator
Antenna port
LAN/WAN
ports
Reset button
Power
connector USB
port
nano-SIM
Power button
• Once connected to a power outlet, your Cat7 Router will automatically
power on.
• To power offyour device, press and hold the power button for 3 seconds.
• To power on your device, press and hold the power button for 1 second.

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WPS button
To enable WPS, press and hold the WPS button for 3 seconds. The Wi-Fi LED
will start to flash blue. Then press the WPS button on the device you wish to
connect to within two minutes. Your Cat7 Router will automatically assign your
network settings to the device you wish to connect to.
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Use a paperclip or blunt pin to gently press and hold the reset button for 3
seconds. All LEDs will turn on, then off, and finally turn on again once the reset
is completed.You can also reset the device via the Web-UI.
USB port
Connect a USB storage device, or USB printer.
• This port cannot be connected to a USB host, only to devices such as
computers.
• Supports USB 1.0 / 2.0 storage.
• IfthepowersupplyrequirementsexceedUSBstandards,itmaynotfunction
properly.
LED description
Icon Description
• Solid blue: The device is powered on.
• Off: The device is powered off.
• Solid blue: Wi-Fi is enabled.
• Flashing blue: WPS connection is available.
• Off: Wi-Fi is disabled.
• Flashing blue: Phone is ringing.
• Solid blue: Phone is in call.
• Off: Phone is not in use.

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Icon Description
• Solid yellow: Connected to 2G.
• Solid green: Connected to 3G.
• Solid blue: Connected to 4G/Ethernet.
• Solid red: No nano-SIM available or the device is not
registered to the network.
• Flashing yellow: Registered to 2G.
• Flashing green: Registered to 3G.
• Flashing blue: Registered to 4G.
• Solid blue: Signal strength ranges from 1-3 bars, with 3 being
the strongest.
• Off: No service / No signal / No nano-SIM / Invalid nano-
SIM.
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2.1 Insert nano-SIM
Follow the 3 steps in the illustration below.
1) Open the nano-SIM slot cover.
2) Insert the nano-SIM into the SIM slot.
3) Close the nano-SIM slot cover.
Do not remove the nano-SIM when your Cat7 Router is in use. Doing so will
affect the performance of your device, and data stored on the nano-SIM may
be lost.

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Follow the illustration below to plug in the power adapter. Once connected to a
power outlet, your Cat7 Router will automatically power on.
To prevent interference caused by radio signals, place the Cat7 Router at least
one metre away from phones and other electrical devices.

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In areas with poor signal reception, connect external antennae to the two ports
labelled 'LTE' to improve signal reception.
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Beforeinstallingtheexternalantennae,ensurethatyourCat7Routerispowered
off and disconnected from the power outlet.
The external antennae must be installed bya qualified technician.
Use antennae supplied by device manufacturer only.
༃Power off your Cat7
Router and disconnect it
from the power outlet.
༄Open the 'LTE'
covers on both sides.
༅Screw external
antenna fully into the
antenna port.
༆Keep external antennae
pointed upwards to get a
better signal.

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2.4 How to connect in Wi-Fi mode
Step 1: Enabling Wi-Fi on your Cat7 Router.
When the Wi-Fi indicator is solid blue, Wi-Fi is enabled.
Step 2: Recording the SSID and Wi-Fi Key.
The default SSID and Wi-Fi key are printed on the device label, situated on the
underside ofyour Cat7 Router.
To prevent unauthorised parties from accessing your Wi-Fi network, it is
recommended that you change the SSID and Wi-Fi key from time to time. For
more information, please referto the User Guidewhich can be accessed via the
Web User Interface.
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Step 3: Setting up a Wi-Fi connection
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1) From your Wi-Fi enabled client, perform a scan for wireless networks.
2) Connect to the network name that matches the SSID found on the device
label.
3) When prompted for a password, enter the Wi-Fi key found on the device
label (this is case sensitive). Your clientwill notifyyou when it is connected.
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Your client must support WPS. There are 3 ways to set up a WPS connection.
Option 1: WPS button
1) Ensure that Wi-Fi is enabled on the client and enable WPS.
2) Press and hold the WPS button for 3 seconds. The Wi-Fi LED will begin to
flash blue.
3) Your device should then automatically connect.
Option 2: WPS key
1) Enable the WPS function on your smart device (only Android devices are
supported) and note the WPS key.

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2) Open the WPS page on your Web User Interface (Navigate to Settings >
Wi-Fi > WPS).
3) Enter the WPS key on the WEB User Interface and click Apply.
4) Your device should then connect automatically.
Option 3: PBC
1) Open the WPS page on your Web User Interface (Go to ";||bm]v > Wi-Fi >
WPS).
2) Click on PBC.
3) Click Apply. WPS is now enabled for 2 minutes.
4) Enable WPS on your client and it should automatically connect.

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There are two ways to configure your Cat7 Router.
• Link Hub app
• Web page
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Download the free Alcatel Wi-Fi Link app to control your Cat7 Router.
1) Make sure your device is connected to the internet.
2) Scan the QR code.Alternatively,you can also search for“Alcatel WiFi Link”
in the App Store or Google Play Store.
3) Download the Alcatel Wi-Fi Link app from App Store or Google Play store.
4) Click on Alcatel Wi-Fi Link app icon to log in to the management page.
Note: TheAlcatel Wi-Fi Link app andwebsite share the same password. Default
password is: admin.
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The Web User Interface is compatible with the following browsers:
• Mozilla Firefox
• Safari
• Internet Explorer 9.0 or later.
• Microsoft Edge
• Opera
• Google Chrome

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1) Open your web browser.
2) Input http://192.168.1.1 into the address bar and press enter. The Home
page will then load, as shown in the image below.
3) Log in to change your Cat7 Wi-Fi device SSID and password, or change
other basic settings.
Default password: admin
Note: You will be forced to change the default password for additional
security.
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Status bar icons
Description Icon displayed
Network technology 2G, 3G or 4G will be displayed, depending on the
network available. No service will be displayed when
there is no network available.
Signal indicator
From no signal to excellent.
Connection status disconnected, connected
SMS New message / Unread message(s) in inbox
SMS box is full.

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Description Icon displayed
Wi-Fi status Wi-Fi is enabled.
Wi-Fi is disabled.
USB USB device or printer is connected.
3.2.3 Status
Status allowsyoutoviewyourdeviceinformationincluding internet,LAN, WAN
and Wi-Fi.You can connect, disconnect or change the SSID of the device here.
3.2.4 Statistics
The internet statistics can be seen here, both for your current session and your
total traffic for the month.
Note: These figures are only meant to be used as a guide.
LAN and Wi-Fi statistics can also be viewed.
3.2.5 Setup wizard
You can make changes to basic connection settings here and enable/disable
data roaming.
On the next page, you can change the SSID or enable/disable 2.4GHz or 5GHz.
On the final page,you can set up your Wi-Fi security and change the Wi-Fi key.

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4. Services
You can navigate to Services and click the items you want. In this section, the
following items are included:
4.1 SMS
m0oĹList the messages received.
|0oĹList the messages sent successfully.
Drafts: Unsent messages are saved here.
;l;vv-];ĹWrite a new message.
""";||bm]vĹConfigure settings for messaging.
How to read an SMS:
Left-click the content of the message you wish to read.
How to send an SMS:
1) Click on SMS.
2) Left-click on ;l;vv-];ĺ
3) Input the recipient's number and message content.
4) Click Send.
Note: Messages can be saved to Drafts by clicking on Save. An SMS message
cannot be sent to multiple recipients simultaneously.
How to forward an SMS:
1) Click on the content of the message that you wish to forward.
2) Click Forward.
3) Input the new recipient's number.
4) Click Send.
How to reply to an SMS:
1) Left-click the message in your Inbox that you wish to reply to.
2) Click !;rѴ.
3) Input the content that you wish to send.
4) Click Send.

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How to delete an SMS:
1) FindthemessageyouwishtodeleteineithertheInbox,SentorDraftfolder.
2) Tick the box in the far right column for the message(s) that you wish to
delete.
3) Click Delete.
How to delete all SMS:
1) Left-click at the top of the column to select all.
2) Click Delete.
How to enable SMS delivery reports:
1) Click """;||bm]v.
2) Click .
How to disable SMS delivery reports:
1) Click """;||bm]v.
2) Click .
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SMS delivery reports: You can enable or disable delivery reports here.
SMS centre: This is preset and is non-editable.
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You can viewyour call historyhere. Once the device is connected, you can view
all call logs, including incoming calls, outgoing calls, and missed calls.
4.3 "_-u;
4.3.1 "|ou-];v_-u;
Samba and FTP
The Samba and FTP Service allows computers running different operating
systemstoaccessfilesintheUSBstoragedeviceconnectedtoyourCat7Router.
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1) Log in to your Cat7 Router Web-UI and go to Services > "_-u;> Device
access > Connected devices. Ensure that the 11;vv "|ou-]; of the
connected devices is enabled.
2) Go to Services > "_-u; > USB and enter the administrator password.
3) Enable Samba.
4) On Windows OS: Go to 'MyComputer'. Click in the navigation barwhere it
says 'Computer' and input \\192.168.1.1 (If default IP address is changed,
Samba IP address will be changed accordingly). Double-click on the
admin shared folder and input your username and password (same as the
credentials used to log in to the Web UI) to access the USB storage.
On Mac OS: There are 2 ways to access files in the USB storage via Samba:
- Go to 'File > New Finder Window'. Check for Cat7 Router under Shared
andleft-clickonit.Clickon'ConnectAs...'andselect'RegisteredUser'.Enter
your username and password (same as the credentials used to log in to the
Web UI). Then double-click on admin.
- Select ‘Go' > Connect to Server. Input smb://192.168.1.1 (If default IP
address is changed, Samba IP address will be changed accordingly.) The
shared folder will then appear in the folder list. Input your username and
password (same as the credentials used to log in to the Web UI), and click
connect.
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1) Download and install your chosen FTP program.
2) Log in to your Cat7 Router Web-UI and go to Services > "_-u; > Device
access > Connected devices. Make sure that connected devices have
enabled the 11;vv"|ou-]; permission.
3) Go to Services > "_-u; > &"l-vvv|ou-]; and enter the administrator
password.
4) Enable FTP.
5) Input the following details into your FTP program:
Host: 192.168.1.1
Username: admin
Password: (same as password to log in to the Web UI)
6) You may now connect.
4.3.2 USB
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1) Click on Services > &"l-vvv|ou-]; and enable Samba.
2) Click Start, enter \\192.168.1.1, and press Enter. You can then access the
storage in the same way as outlined above.
• USB Printer
3) Connect a USB printervia the USB port on your Cat7 Router.
4) Connect your computer to your Cat7 Router.
5) Install the printer driver on your computer and select the USB printer from
the printer list on your computer.
Note: Set the printer port as a standard TCP / IP port with address
192.168.1.1(this should be the same asyourCat7 RouterWeb-UIaddress).
6) Click File and select Print to start printing.
4.3.3 DLNA
Sharing Files Using the DLNA Function.
After enabling Digital Living NetworkAlliance (DLNA), you can use a connected
device that support DLNA to perform functions such as accessing multimedia
files stored on a USB device.
1) Download and install your chosen DLNA program.
2) Go to Services > "_-u; > DLNA. Input your administrator password and
click o]bm. You may now enable or disable DLNA.
3) Open your DLNA program on the connected device to view the DLNA
content.
4.3.4 Device access
You can configure access to the internet and storage foranyconnected devices.
Connected devices will be shown in the table on this page, it is possible to
enable or disable access for each device. You may also rename each connected
device.