D-Link DWM-156 User manual

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Content
1 D-Link dongle Introduction ......................................................................................................3
1.1 Introduction............................................................................................................................................................................................ 3
1.2 Safety Warning and Notice................................................................................................................................................................ 3
1.3 Applicability Scope.............................................................................................................................................................................. 4
1.4 System Requirements......................................................................................................................................................................... 5
1.5 Functions................................................................................................................................................................................................ 5
2 Installation .................................................................................................................................6
2.1 Connect D-Link dongle and PC........................................................................................................................................................ 6
2.2 Running Application Software.......................................................................................................................................................... 7
2.3 Disconnect D-Link dongle Safely..................................................................................................................................................... 7
2.4 Software Uninstallation ...................................................................................................................................................................... 7
3 Functions & Operation .............................................................................................................8
3.1 Interface Introduction.......................................................................................................................................................................... 8
3.2 Connecting to the Internet............................................................................................................................................................... 10
3.3 Settings................................................................................................................................................................................................. 12
3.4 Contacts................................................................................................................................................................................................ 20
3.5 SMS........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 22
4 Help...........................................................................................................................................24
5 FAQ & Answers.......................................................................................................................25
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1 D-Link dongle Introduction
1.1 Introduction
Thank you for choosing the D-Link dongle.
To guarantee the D-Link dongle always in its best condition, please read this manual carefully and keep it for future use.
The pictures, symbols and contents in this manual are just for your reference. They might not be completely identical with your
D-Link dongle. Please subject to the real object.
The D-Link dongle is a type of multi-mode, 3G Wireless Data Card, applicable to GSM/GPRS/EDGE/WCDMA/HSDPA(HSUPA)
network. It integrates some functions of Wireless Data Card and mobile phone, and combines mobile communication with the
Internet perfectly. Via GSM/GPRS/EDGE/WCDMA/HSDPA(HSUPA) mobile network, it carries out data service, helping you break
away from limitation of time and zone, and communicate wirelessly anytime and anywhere.
1.2 Safety Warning and Notice
To the owner
Some electronic devices are susceptible to electromagnetic interference sent by D-Link dongle if inadequately shielded, such as
electronic system of vehicles. Please consult the manufacturer of the device manufacturer before using D-Link dongle if
necessary.
Operating of your PC and D-Link dongle may interfere with medical devices like hearing aids and pacemakers. Please always
keep D-Link dongle more than 20centimeters away from such medical devices when they are in use. Power off D-Link dongle if
necessary. Consult a physician or the manufacturer of the medical device before using D-Link dongle.
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Be aware of the usage limitation when using a D-Link dongle at places such as oil warehouses or chemical factories, where there
are explosive gases or explosive products being processed. Do not use D-Link dongle if necessary.
Store the D-Link dongle out of the reach of small child, it may cause injury if used as a toy.
Device
Avoid using D-Link dongle near metallic structure device or establishment that can emit electromagnet wave. Otherwise it may
influence receiving of signals.
D-Link dongle is non-waterproof, please keep it dry and store in shady and cool place.
Don’t use D-Link dongle immediately after sudden temperature change. In such case, there will be dew inside and outside the
D-Link dongle, so don’t use it until it becomes dry.
Treat D-Link dongle Don’t drop, bend, knock or harshly treat it to avoid destructive damage.
In Aircraft
Please power off D-Link dongle before the airplane takes off. In order to protect airplane’s communication system from
interference, it is never allowed to use the Data Card in flight. Only use the D-Link dongle before taking off with the crew’s
permission according to safety regulations.
1.3 Applicability Scope
The D-Link dongle supports Apple computers.
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1.4 System Requirements
Operating System: Version 10.4 or above
Configuration: CPU PowerPC or Intel
Processor 500M or above
Memory 128M or above
The performance of the D-Link dongle may be influenced if actual configurations is under recommendation.
1.5 Functions
Data service, Applications management, etc.
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2 Installation
2.1 Connect D-Link dongle and PC
Connect D-Link dongle with your PC. Double click the install package of the software, then follow the following steps to install:
1) Press “Continue” button on the welcome page.
2) Select a destination volume to install software on the volume “Macintosh HD”, and then click “Continue”.
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3) Select Installation Type “Customize” or “Easy Install”, and then click “Install”.
4) Please enter user name and password to be authenticated, and click “OK” to install.
5) Click “Continue Installation” to make sure that installing requires user to close.
6) Left click “Close” to finish software installation.
Note: If you have problems with the above installation operation, please contact the service provider for help.
After the installation, select “Finder” → “Applications” and there will be a “D-Link Connection Manager” program listed in, the
D-Link dongle is ready to work normally.
2.2 Running Application Software
After the D-Link dongle is installed and connected normally, double click “Finder”→ “Applications” → “D-Link Connection
Manager”on the PC to run the application software.
2.3 Disconnect D-Link dongle Safely
Please close the application software first, and then pull out D-Link dongle.
2.4 Software Uninstallation
Close the application program before uninstalling the software.
Select “Finder” → “Applications” → “Uninstall D-Link Connection Manager” to uninstall the software.
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3 Functions & Operation
3.1 Interface Introduction
The Mac PC application software comprises three parts：Functional Button Area, System Information Area and User Area. The
related functions can be executed within the corresponding area.
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3.1.1 Functional Button Area
There are various functional button icons shown in this area. Select different function button and it will carry out corresponding
operation.
Connect to the Internet.
Save and view information of the contact list.
Send SMS or read SMS in InBox/OutBox/Draft.
Settings for the application software.
View related information of your operation, such as, user name, start time, disconnect time, duration, data received, data sent
and data statistics.
System information for Help.
3.1.2 System Information Area
It shows the system status and related information.
Shows network signal strength 6 stages from none to strong
Letter “P” means supporting packet-switch (P) service, while letter “C” means supporting circuit switch (C) service.
Indicates insert status of D-Link dongle. Green indicates that it has been connected to the computer, and red indicates it
has been disconnected.
Indicates insert status of the SIM/USIM card to D-Link dongle. Green indicates the card has been inserted, and red
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indicates it has not been inserted.
3.1.3 User Area
Show the interactive computer information under various conditions.
3.2 Connecting to the Internet
You can browse web pages after you have connected to the Internet through the D-Link dongle.
3.2.1 Connect to the Internet
Click button to ensure D-Link dongle connect to Internet properly. You can configure user’s network information first.
Different operator’s network configurations can be saved in different files.
The user configuration information includes: Description (Config filename), Telephone Number, Account Name, Password, APN,
DNS, and PDP address. If the network supports “Obtain server address automatically”, the D-Link dongle can obtain the assigned IP
information automatically. Otherwise, fill the proper address manually. Please consult the network supplier of SIM/USIM card for all
above information. The user configuration information may differ with the network supplier and network types.
Click “Connect” to start connecting. When connected, you can see all the information of data flow, connected time and so on.
While connecting to the Internet, click “Cancel” to cancel the connection.
Note: The D-Link dongle has the function of locking the SIM/USIM card. If you use the SIM/USIM card provided by another network
service provider, maybe you can’t connect to the network. If you have any problem, please consult your network service provider for
further information.
3.2.2 Disconnect from the Internet
Click “Disconnect” button to disconnect from the Internet.
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3.2.3 Internet Log
Click button, and switch to the Internet log interface. You can view related information of your operation, such as user
name, start time, disconnect time, duration, data received and data sent.
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3.3 Settings
Click button to switch to the settings interface. It includes: Security setting, Network settings, SMS setting, Alert setting,
Browser setting and System setting.
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3.3.1 Security Setting
1. PIN Enable
You can enable the PIN Code verification by select “PIN Enable”.
When “PIN Enable” item is selected, you will be asked to enter PIN code to use the modem.
Click “Revise PIN” to modify the PIN Code. Enter the old PIN Code and the new PIN Code, click “OK” to confirm.
Note: This function needs network support.
2. Backup/Restore the Contacts and SMS
You can backup the contacts and SMS in PC to your PC. And you can also restore them. To use this function, select the
“Backup/Restore the Contacts and SMS” item first. And then click the “Backup” button to backup the contacts and SMS, or click
the “Restore”button to restore the contacts and SMS.
3.3.2 Network Setting
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1.Operator Selection
Automatic：The system selects the network automatically according to user’s configuration rules and network status.
Manual：The system lists all networks for you to choose from manually.
Select network “Automatic”. The system will find the available network automatically.
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Select network “Manual”, and then select the preferred mode. After a while, network operator list appears in which red ones are
unavailable. Select the proper network to connect.
2. Preferred Mode
Automatic: The system selects the available network automatically.
3G Only: The system will only select the 3G network.
2G Only: The system will only select the 2G network.
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3.3.3 SMS Setting
Message Center: Set the corresponding SMS center number. You must input the correct SMS center number to use the SMS
properly and the number will be provided by the network provider. Please enter the country code before the number.
Validity period: Set the time limit for saving SMS in the network side. (This function needs network support.)In option：12
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hours/A day/A week/The longest period. The default setting is a longest period permitted by the network.
Delivery Report: Set “Turn On” or “Turn Off”. When it is set as “Turn On”, the network will inform you of the status for the sent
messages.
Location of Saving New SMS: Select “Default” to save according to the modem; Select “PC” to save in laptop or desktop PC;
select “(U)SIM” to save in (U)SIM card.
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3.3.4 Alert Setting
You can set Connect alert, Disconnect alert and Incoming SMS alert by yourself. These alerts will sound on the PC side.
Click the “Browse” button to replace the default audio file. Select “Mute” to disable sound alert.
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3.3.5 System Setting
Start with Operating System: When the OS starts up, it will launch the software automatically.
Auto Start when device is available: When you plug the modem in your computer, the OS will detect and recognize the
modem and run the software automatically.
Auto Connect: The software will connect the internet automatically.
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3.4 Contacts
Click button to switch to the Contacts interface. The Contacts information can be saved in PC or (U)SIM card. Each record
includes Groups, Contact Name, Mobile Phone, Office Phone, Home Phone and Email.
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