Huawei B890 User manual

B890 LTE Wireless Gateway
User Guide
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1Getting to know your device............................................................ 1
Appearance .................................................................................... 1
Handset screen icons ..................................................................... 4
2Installation ...................................................................................... 5
Installing the USIM card.................................................................. 5
(Optional) Installing the external antenna........................................ 5
Installing the handset battery .......................................................... 6
Connecting cables .......................................................................... 6
3Powering the device on................................................................... 7
4Registering the handset.................................................................. 7
5Setting up a Wi-Fi connection ......................................................... 8
Turning on Wi-Fi on the router ........................................................ 8
Recording the SSID and Wi-Fi key ................................................. 8
Setting up a Wi-Fi connection from a client..................................... 9
Setting up a Wi-Fi connection through WPS ................................. 12
6Configuring the router ................................................................... 12
7Using the handset......................................................................... 13
Call functions ................................................................................ 13
Message functions........................................................................ 13
Text input methods........................................................................ 14
Settings configuration ................................................................... 15
8FAQ .............................................................................................. 16
9Safety information......................................................................... 18
10 Legal Notice.................................................................................. 24

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1 Getting to know your device
Figures in this guide are for your reference only. Specific models may vary slightly,
contact your service provider for more detailed information.
Appearance
Power indicator
On: the router is powered on.
Off: the router is powered off.
Network mode
indicator
Fast red blinking: no USIM card is found, the
PIN is not verified, or the USIM card is not
working properly.
Steady cyan: registered with an LTE network.
Steady blue: registered with a 3G network.
Off: no signal.
Wi-Fi/WPS
indicator
Steady on: Wi-Fi turned on or data transfer in
progress.
Blinking: a WPS connection is being set up.
Off: Wi-Fi turned off.
SMS indicator
Steady on: inbox is full.
Blinking: new messages.
Handset status
indicator
Steady on: at least one handset registered.
Fast blinking: handset registration in progress.
Slow blinking: handset paging in progress.
Off: no handsets registered.

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Wireless dialing
indicator
Steady on: connected to the Internet via an
LTE/3G network.
Slow blinking: connecting to the Internet via
an LTE/3G network.
Off: not connected to an LTE/3G network.
/ /
LAN indicator
Steady on: LAN port is connected to a client.
Blinking: data is being transmitted through
LAN port.
Off: no client is connected to LAN port.
Ethernet dialing
indicator
Steady on: connected to the Internet via an
Ethernet network.
Slow blinking: connecting to the Internet via
an Ethernet network.
Off: not connected to an Ethernet network.
USB indicator
On: USB storage device connected.
Off: USB storage device not connected.
USIM card slot Install a USIM card to access to the Internet via
an LTE/3G data connection.
Dial-up button
Press this button to manually connect to or
disconnect from the Internet in manual mode.
The router can access to the Internet in Auto,
Manual, or On Demand mode. For details
about the access modes, see the help
information on the web management page.
Wi-Fi/WPS button
Press and hold for about 3 seconds to turn on
or off Wi-Fi.
Press and hold for 6 or more seconds to
active WPS connection when Wi-Fi is turned
on.
Power button
Press and hold for about 5 seconds to power the
router on or off.
Handset
registering/paging
button
Press and hold for 3 or more seconds to
register a handset.
Press to page all the registered handsets.
Power port Connect to compatible power adapter.

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USB port
Connect to a USB storage device, or USB
printer.
This port cannot be connected to USB host
devices such as computers.
The router can provide a current up to 500mA.
If this port is connected to a portable hard disk
drive (or other peripherals) whose required
current beyond what the router can provide,
please use an auxiliary power supply for the
hard disk drive.
LAN port Connect to computer, switch, or other LAN
device.
WAN port
Connect to an Ethernet port on the wall through
a network cable if you want to access to the
Internet via wired way.
Reset button
Restoring the router to its factory settings will
deregister all the registered handsets and
erase all user settings (including the handset
base settings). If you want to remain the
handset base settings, log in to the web
management page to restore. For details, see
the help information on the web management
page.
When the router is powered on, use a sharply
pointed object to press and hold for about 3
seconds until all indicators are blinking to restore
the router to its factory settings. After the factory
defaults are restored, the router will restart
automatically.
Navigation keys
Access the main menu by pressing the OK
key in standby mode.
Access a shortcut menu by pressing the
corresponding navigation key in standby
mode.
Left function key Select the option displayed in the lower left
corner of the screen.
Speaker key
Activate the hands-free mode when making or
answering a call.
Call key
Make or answer a call.
View the dialed call log in standby mode.

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Mute key
Press to mute or unmute an ongoing call.
Shortcut key
Press to use the shortcut function.
Intercommunication
key
Press to access the list of registered handsets in
standby mode.
Number and
symbol keys
Enter numbers, letters, and symbols.
Number keys (2–9): Speed-dial a user-
assigned phone number by pressing and
holding a key in standby mode.
# key: Switch between text input methods in
editing mode.
End key
End or reject a call.
Press and hold to power the handset on or off.
Clear key
Press to delete the character to the left of the
cursor in editing mode.
Right function key Select the option displayed in the lower right
corner of the screen.
Handset screen icons
Signal strength Battery level
Alarm clock Silent mode
Unread message
The handset is registered
with the router
The router is registered with
a 3G network
The router is registered with
an LTE network
Forwarding of all calls
enabled

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2 Installation
Installing the USIM card
If you want to use LTE/3G wireless data service and voice service, please install
the USIM card.
1. Pull out the card slot cover and rotate it to reveal the USIM card slot.
2. Partially insert the USIM card into the card slot. Ensure that the beveled edge
of the USIM card aligns with that of the card slot. Gently push the card until it
clicks into place.
3. Close the card slot cover.
Before removing the USIM card, ensure that the router is powered off and
disconnected from the power outlet.
(Optional) Installing the external antenna
If you want to use LTE/3G wireless data and voice service, in areas with poor
reception, connect external antenna to the router's external antenna port to
improve signal reception.
Only use the external antenna indoors, and do not use it during thunderstorm.
Before using external antenna, log in to the web management page
(http://192.168.1.1) and set Antenna mode to Outer. For details, see the help
information on the web management page.
Install external antenna into the SMA1 port first. If it's necessary, screw another
external antenna fully into the SMA2 port to get a stronger receiving signal, and
place it at least 1 meter away from the external antenna installed on SMA1 port.
Only installing an external antenna to SMA2 port will result in your router not being
able to connect to the Internet.

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Installing the handset battery
1. Slide the battery cover off.
2. Insert the battery into the battery slot. Ensure that the golden contacts of the
battery mate securely with those in the battery slot.
3. Slide the battery cover back onto the handset.
If the handset will not be used for a long time, remove the battery from the handset.
Connecting cables
After the router is installed, keep it upright, so the indicators are easy to see.
Furthermore, when placed flat, the router may be damaged due to poor heat
dissipation.
Ethernet port on the
wall Computer
USB flash drive Power adapter
The telephone port cannot be used at this time, connection with this port will bring no
response on your telephone.

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3 Powering the device on
Once connected to a power outlet, the router automatically powers on.
To power the handset on, press and hold key until the screen lights up.
4 Registering the handset
Skip this section if is shown on your handset screen.
When registering a handset with the router, ensure that the handset is near the
router. After the handset is registered, use the handset within range of the router.
Otherwise, the handset will display a message and disconnect from the router.
You can register a maximum of 6 handsets with the router.
Register a handset with the router before using it.
1. Press and hold on the router for over 3 seconds until blinks
quickly.
2. On the handset, select Menu > Settings > Handset > Register handset.
3. Press the up and down navigation keys to scroll to the base with which you
want to register the handset, and then enter the registration password.
The default registration password is 0000. To change the password, select Menu >
Settings > Base > Security > Change system PIN.
Wait until is shown on your handset screen, the handset is registered with
the router successfully.
To deregister the handset, select Menu > Settings > Handset > Deregister
handset. You cannot use the handset after it has been deregistered.

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5 Setting up a Wi-Fi connection
Make sure your client (computer, tablet, or smartphone) also supports Wi-Fi.
Turning on Wi-Fi on the router
When the indicator is steady on, the Wi-Fi of the router is turned on.
To manually turn Wi-Fi on, press and hold the button for about 3
seconds.
Recording the SSID and Wi-Fi key
The default SSID and Wi-Fi key are printed on the router's rear label.
To prevent unauthorized parties from accessing your wireless network, it is
recommended that you change the SSID and Wi-Fi key from time to time. For details,
see the help information on the web management page.

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Setting up a Wi-Fi connection from a client
On Windows 7
1. Click on the status bar on the PC desktop.
2. A dialog box is displayed, and the computer scans for available wireless
networks within range. From the search results, select the wireless network
with the same SSID as the B890, and click Connect.
3. In the Connect to a Network dialog box, enter the B890's Wi-Fi key, and click
OK. Note that the Wi-Fi key is case sensitive.
4. When Connected is displayed next to the B890's SSID, the PC is connected
to the wireless network.

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On Mac OS
1. Click on the status bar on the Mac desktop. Choose Turn AirPort On
from the displayed menu.
2. The Mac then scans for available wireless networks within range. From the
search results, select the wireless network with the same SSID as the B890.
3. In the displayed dialog box, enter the B890's Wi-Fi key, and click Join. Note
that the Wi-Fi key is case sensitive.
4. When a check mark appears next to the B890's SSID, the Mac is connected to
the wireless network.

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On Android 4.0
1. From the home screen, touch > Settings. In the WIRELESS &
NETWORKS section, turn Wi-Fi on.
2. Touch WLAN to display the settings screen. Your device then scans for
available wireless networks within range. From the search results, touch the
wireless network with the same SSID as the B890.
3. In the displayed dialog box, enter the Wi-Fi key, and touch Connect. Note that
the Wi-Fi key is case sensitive.
4. When Connected is displayed under the B890's SSID, the device is
connected to the wireless network.

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Setting up a Wi-Fi connection through WPS
If the client supports WPS, you can set up a WPS connection as follows:
1. Ensure that Wi-Fi is enabled on the client.
2. Press and hold the button for 6 or more seconds. The
indicator then starts blinking.
3. Activate the WPS connection on the client in 2 minutes.
For instructions about how to enable a WPS connection on the client, see the client's
user guide.
6 Configuring the router
1. After a client is connected to the router through Wi-Fi or LAN port, launch a
browser on the client and visit http://192.168.1.1.
2. Enter the password (admin by default) to log in to the web management page.
For security reasons, only one user can log in to the web management page at a
time.
To protect your account, change the password after your first login. For details, see
the help information on the web management page.
3. Follow the Quick Setup Wizard to quickly configure basic parameters, such as
connection channel, SSID and Wi-Fi key. For details, see the help information
on the web management page.
If you modify the SSID and Wi-Fi key, you must set up the Wi-Fi connection on the
client again.
After finish the configuration, you can then access the Internet.

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7 Using the handset
Before using the handset, make sure a USIM card has been installed on the router.
Call functions
Making a call
1. In standby mode, enter a phone number.
2. Press to place a call.
In standby mode, press to view the dialed call log. Find the desired number,
and then press to place a call to that number.
Find the desired number in contacts, and then press to call the number.
Answering or rejecting a call
When there is an incoming call, press to answer the call or to
reject the call.
Making an internal call
1. In standby mode, press .
2. Press the up and down navigation keys to scroll to the handset to which you
want to place the internal call.
3. Press to initiate an internal call.
Transferring a call
To transfer an ongoing call from an external number to another handset.
1. Press to scroll to the handset to which you want to transfer the call.
2. Press to connect to the desired handset.
3. Press to end the call between the current and desired handset.
Message functions
Creating a message
1. Select Menu > Messages > Create message.
2. Edit the message.
3. Press the OK key and then add a recipient using the following methods:
Enter the recipient's phone number.
Add the recipient from the contacts.

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4. Press the OK key to send the message.
Reading a message
The handset stores received messages in the inbox.
1. Select Menu > Messages > Inbox.
2. Press the up or down navigation key to scroll to a message in the list.
3. Press the OK key to open and read the message.
4. Press the left function key to manage the message.
Text input methods
Switching between input methods
In editing mode, press the #key to switch between input methods.
In editing mode, you can press to delete the character to the left of the cursor
or press and hold to delete all characters.
In predictive or traditional input mode, you can press the 0 key to enter a space.
When predictive input is turned on, you will not be able to switch to traditional input
by pressing the #key. To turn off predictive input, select Options > Input Option in
editing mode.
In any input mode, press the *key to display the symbol list.
Inputting with predictive input
1. Press the keys labeled with the letters required to spell the desired word once
according to the spelling sequence of the word. As you enter the letters, the
handset predicts the desired word and displays candidate words.
2. Press the navigation keys to scroll to the desired word.
3. Press the OK key to enter the word followed by a space.
Inputting with traditional input
In traditional text input mode, press the number keys to enter letters. Press a
number key repeatedly until the desired character appears. If the next letter you
want to enter is on the same key as the current one, wait until the current letter is
entered, and then enter the next one.
Inputting numbers
Switching to the 123 input mode, enter a desired number by pressing the number
key.

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Settings configuration
Configuring date and time
To set the date, select Menu > Settings > Date and time > Date, enter current
date by pressing the number key.
To set the time, select Menu > Settings > Date and time > Time, enter current
time by pressing the number key.
Configuring the handset lock
To set the handset lock, select Menu > Settings > Handset > Security > Phone
password. You can change the default handset lock code (000000) to a personal
password.
Before restoring factory settings, you must enter the correct handset lock code.
Locking or unlocking the keypad
In standby mode, press and hold the #key to lock the keypad.
In standby mode, press the left function key and then the *key to unlock the
keypad.
Entering the PIN and PUK
A Personal Identification Number (PIN) protects your SIM card from unauthorized
use. A PIN Unblocking Key (PUK) is used to change a blocked PIN. If you enter
your PIN incorrectly a number of times consecutively, your SIM card will be
locked and the handset asks you to enter the PUK to unlock it. Both the PIN and
the PUK are supplied with the SIM card. For details, contact your service provider.
Restoring the handset
To restore the handset to its factory settings, select Menu > Settings >
Handset > Reset settings.
To restore the handset base to its factory settings, select Menu > Settings >
Base > Reset settings.
Restoring the handset to its factory settings will not affect its registration state.
The handset base settings, including the network, call and security settings, is
configured on the web management page of the router.

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8 FAQ
If problems occur during the use of the device, refer to the following sections for
suggested solutions. If the problems persist, contact your device vendor.
Why am I unable to access the Internet on a device?
1. Check that the router is powered on.
2. Check that the USIM card is installed correctly and working properly.
3. Check that the Antenna mode is Inner when the external antenna is not
installed on the router. For details, go to the web management page to check.
4. Check the signal strength and make sure that the router is located in an area
within LTE/3G network coverage.
5. Check that the network mode is correct. For details, go to the management
page to check WAN Status.
6. Check that parameters such as profile, APN, user name, and password are
correct. These parameters are provided by your service provider. For details,
go to the management page to check Profile list and consult your service
provider.
7. Check that the connection between the router and the device is established.
8. Check that the DHCP service is activated on the router, and the device has
obtained an IP address.
9. Check that the parameters such as WLAN MAC Filter, LAN IP Filter, and URL
Filter of the router are correct.
10. Check that the network adapter of the device works normally.
If the problem persists, consult your service provider.
The handset will not power on. What can I do?
1. Remove the battery cover and check that the battery is installed correctly.
2. If the battery is correctly installed, a possible cause for the problem is that the
battery is low. Charge the battery, and then try to power on the handset.
No information is displayed on the handset screen. Why?
If the handset has not been used for a long time or the battery runs out of power,
the handset may not display any information when it is being charged. This is
normal. The handset can be powered on after the battery has been charged for a
while.
The battery cannot be charged. What can I do?
1. Check that the handset is correctly mated with the handset base.
2. Check that the handset base and the power adapter are connected correctly.
3. Check that the power adapter and the power socket are connected correctly.
4. Replace the power adapter or the battery with a new one of the same model.

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The handset continuously searches for the router. What can I do?
1. Check that the router is functioned on.
2. Re-register the handset with the router. You do not need to deregister the
handset first.
The signal strength of the handset is weak. What can I do?
1. Check that the USIM card is installed correctly.
2. Place the router at a location where signal reception is good.
The handset cannot make calls. What can I do?
1. Check that is shown on your handset screen.
2. Check that or is shown on your handset screen.
The call volume is too high or too low. What can I do?
During a call, use the navigation keys to adjust the volume.