BT ZTE MF823 User manual

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BT Business Mobile Broadband
USB Modem User Guide
ZTE MF823
Need any help?
Please visit www.bt.com/business/help/mobilebroadband

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Quick Start Set-up / What’s In Your Pack 3
Minimum System Requirements 4
Getting Started 5
Step 1: Insert the SIM into your USB Modem 5
Step 2: Insert the USB Modem and install the BT Access Manager software 5
Step 3: Connect to the internet 7
BT Access Manager 9
BT Access Manager for Mac 10
Using BT Business Mobile Broadband Abroad 11
Your USB Modem 12
USB Modem indicator lights explained 12
Safety Information 13
Contents
Contents
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What’s In Your Pack
Your USB Modem box
includes your USB Modem
and user guide.
Quick Start Set-up / What’s In Your Pack
For more detailed instructions, please see page 5.
Quick Start Set-up
Insert the SIM
card into the
USB Modem.
Install BT Access Manager
by following the on-screen
instructions.
Plug the USB Modem
into your PC.
Connect to the internet.
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To use the MF823, your computer must meet the following requirements:
Connectivity Spare USB port, compatible with USB 2.0 Full Speed
CPU 133 MHz or above, 500 MHz or above is recommended
Memory 256 MB RAM or more
Hard disk 500 MB or more free space
Operating system Microsoft®Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 or Mac OS 10.5 and above
Display Resolution of 800×600 or above, 1024×768 is recommended
Minimum System Requirements
Minimum System Requirements

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We know you’re keen to get started with BT Business Mobile Broadband, so please follow these steps
in the exact order shown below.
Step 1: Insert the SIM into your USB Modem
To get started, you need to insert your SIM card into the USB Modem.
Step 2: Insert the USB Modem and install the BT Access Manager software
You’ll need to have your laptop switched on before you plug the USB Modem in.
Getting Started
Getting Started
Remove cover by pulling
up and back
Insert the SIM card with
the BT logo facing up
Replace the cover and click
back into place

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i. Insert the USB Modem into a USB port on your laptop.
ii. Follow the on-screen instructions.
If you have AutoPlay disabled
You may not be automatically prompted to install BT Access Manager. You must manually launch
the installer. To do this, go to Start > Computer and double click the BT icon ‘CD Drive (D:) BT AM’.
Please note that the drive letter (D:) may be different.
What is BT Access Manager?
BT Access Manager allows you to connect your laptop to the Internet using Ethernet, Wi-Fi,
including your BT Business Hub, BT Wi-*and the BT Mobile Broadband network (4G, HSPA, 3G,
GPRS). *Ethernet and Wi-Fi connections not available on Mac.
Getting Started

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Getting Started
Step 3: Connect to the internet
You have a choice of how to make this rst connection to complete the setup.
i. If you’re in range of a Wi-Fi network, you can connect using Wi-Fi.
Please note: Wi-Fi connections not available on Mac.
ii. If you are out and about in an area with a mobile signal, you can connect to the BT Mobile network.
Either way it will only take a few minutes.
Connect using Wi-Fi (not available on Mac)
1.Make sure you’re in range of a Wi-Fi signal. This could be from
your BT Business Hub (or similar wireless router) or a BT Wi-
hotspot, for example. If connecting to a private Wi-Fi signal
ensure the router is switched on and working. Make a note of
the Wireless Network Name (SSID) and Wireless Key. This may
be found on your router.
2.Double click the BT Access Manager icon on your desktop –
when the circular dashboard screen appears, click on the
central button to connect.

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Getting Started
Connect using the BT Mobile network
1.Make sure you’re in an area which has a mobile signal.
2.PC users: Double click the BT Access Manager icon on your desktop. When BT Access Manager starts
and initialises the USB Modem, click on the Mobile icon to establish a BT Mobile connection.
If you have AutoPlay disabled
First go to Start > Computer and double click the BT icon ‘CD Drive (D:) BT AM’. Please note that the
drive letter (D:) may be different. Then open BT Access Manager and connect, as above.
Please note: To manually force a connection to the BT Mobile network, click the small green Mobile
icon and select BT Mobile Data.
Mac users: Double click the BT Access Manager icon in the dock. When the dashboard screen
appears, make sure the Default Conguration is BT Mobile and click Connect.
Need any help?
Please visit www.bt.com/business/mobilebroadband for help and support using BT Business
Mobile Broadband.

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BT Access Manager
BT Access Manager
Available
connection
type icons
Connect/
Disconnect
button
Launch the
help guide
Minimize BT Access
Manager to the
System Tray
Switch between
Normal and
Expanded view
Close BT
Access Manager
Network
Connections
Usage Log Wi-Fi
Networks
Mobile
Broadband
SMS and
Support
Settings Scroll to
Settings and
Preferences

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BT Access Manager for Mac
BT Access Manager for Mac
Connection
Make a connection
to the BT Mobile
Operation
Connection
Statistic
SMS
Phonebook
Tools
Diagnostics
Setup…
PIN Operations
Help
Phonebook
Click to manage
Contact details
Statistic
Click to check
your usage
SMS
Click to view
Your messages
Connect
Click to connect and
Disconnect to the
BT Mobile network
Connection
Status
Device
Status
SIM
Status
BT Mobile
network
Signal
Strength Network
Speed

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Using abroad
You can use BT Business Mobile Broadband abroad. Please note that the cost of data is signicantly
higher than in the UK. For further information, visit www.bt.com/mobilebroadband.
Using BT Business Mobile Broadband Abroad
Using BT Business Mobile Broadband Abroad

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USB Modem indicator lights explained
Indicator is… this means…
Green The USB modem has detected a LTE network
Green
Flashing The USB modem is connected to the LTE network
Blue The USB modem has detected a 3G/2G network
Blue
Flashing The USB modem is connected to the 3G/2G network
Red The USB modem could not connect to a network
Off The USB modem is removed and not connected
Your USB Modem

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Interference
• Some electronic devices are susceptible to
electromagnetic interference transmitted by the
USB Modem if inadequately shielded, such as
electronic systems of vehicles.
• Do not place this device in the area over an air
bag or in the air bag deployment area. Store the
device safely before driving your vehicle.
• If necessary please consult the device or vehicle
manufacturer before using the USB Modem.
Interference with Medical Equipment
• 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.
• Operation of your PC and USB Modem may
interfere with personal medical devices such
as hearing aids and pacemakers.
• Please always keep the USB Modem at least
20 centimeters away from such medical devices
when they are in use.
• Power off the USB Modem if necessary.
• Consult a physician or the manufacturer of the
medical device before using the USB Modem.
Use in Explosive Environments
Be aware of usage limitations when using a USB
Modem in places where there may be explosive
gases or explosive products present. Such areas
include but are not limited to the following:
• Petrol stations and fuel depots.
Safety Information
Safety Information

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Safety Information
• Containers/Vehicles for storing or transporting
fuels or chemical products.
• Areas where the air contains chemical
substances and particles (including granules,
dust, or metal powder).
• Areas indicated with “Explosives” signs, e.g.
quarries where radio signals may interfere with
blasting operations.
• Areas indicated with “Power off two way radios”
or similar signs.
• Areas where you are instructed to stop the
engine of a vehicle.
• If in doubt do not use the USB Modem.
Safety of Children
• Store the USB Modem out of the reach of small
children, it is not intended to be used as a toy and
may cause injury if used as such.
• Do not allow children to use the USB Modem
without guidance. Small and sharp components
of the wireless device may cause danger to
children or cause suffocation if children swallow
the components.
Care of your USB Modem
• Please use only original accessories or
accessories that are authorized by the
manufacturer. Using any unauthorized
accessories may affect your USB Modem’s
performance, and violate related national
regulations regarding telecom terminals.

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Safety Information
• Avoid using the USB Modem near metallic
structures or facilities that can emit
electromagnet waves which may interfere with
the reception of signals.
• The USB Modem is not waterproof, please keep
it dry, free from moisture and store it in a cool
place and away from sunlight.
• Do not use the USB Modem immediately after
a sudden temperature change. This can cause
the formation of condensation both inside and
outside the USB Modem, therefore do not use it
until it has time to acclimatize and dry.
• Treat the USB Modem carefully. Do not
drop, bend, knock or harshly treat it to avoid
permanent damage.
• Do not attempt to disassemble the USB Modem
as this will invalidate your warranty. There are no
user serviceable parts inside and only a qualied
maintainer should undertake repair work.
In Aircraft
• Please power off the USB Modem when onboard
an aircraft. In order to protect the aircrafts
communication and navigations systems from
interference, it is forbidden to use the USB
Modem in ight. Only use the USB Modem
before take off with the crew’s permission and
according to local safety regulations.
Environmental Protection
• Observe the local regulations regarding the
disposal of your packaging materials, used
USB Modem and accessories, and use recycling
facilities wherever possible.

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Safety Information
WEEE Approval
• This USB Modem is in compliance with
the essential requirements and other
relevant provisions of the Waste Electrical
and Electronic Equipment Directive
2012/19/EC (WEEE Directive).
RoHS Approval
• This USB Modem is in compliance with the
restriction of the use of certain hazardous
substances in electrical and electronic
equipment Directive 2002/95/EC (RoHS
Directive).
Observance of Laws and Regulations
• Observe all applicable laws and regulations when
using your USB Modem. Respect the privacy and
legal rights of others.
Emergency Calls
• This USB Modem functions through receiving
and transmitting radio signals, and the
connection cannot be guaranteed in all
conditions. In an emergency, you should not
rely solely on the USB Modem for essential
communications.
Specic Absorption Rate (SAR)
• Your USB Modem is a radio transmitter and
receiver. It is designed not to exceed the limits
for exposure to radio waves recommended
by international guidelines. These guidelines
were developed by the independent scientic
organization ICNIRP and include safety margins
designed to assure the protection of all persons,
regardless of age and health.

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Safety Information
• The guidelines use a unit of measurement known
as the Specic Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR
limit for wireless devices is 2.0 W/kg and the
highest SAR value for this device when tested
complied with this limit.
Body-worn Operation
• To ensure compliance with RF exposure
guidelines the USB Modem must be used with a
minimum of 1.5 cm separation from the body.
Failure to observe these instructions could result
in your RF exposure exceeding the relevant
guideline limits.
CE Approval (European Union)
• The USB Modem is approved to be used in the
member states of the EU. The wireless device is
in compliance with the essential requirements
and other relevant provisions of the Radio
and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment
Directive 1999/5/EC (R&TTE Directive).

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