SIM reader: push-to-push type slot, supports 1.8V and 3V SIM and USIM cards
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USB 2.0 – Micro USB port
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Built-in lithium-ion polymer battery 1350 mAh (4 – 6 hours in operation, 40 hours in idle)
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2 LED status indicators: Power, 3G connection
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AC Power Adapter 5V DC/1A with USB port and slide-in AC power plug
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USB connectivity cable (Micro USB to USB)
Wireless
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Wireless LAN AR6002 IEEE 802.11b/g module (Atheros)
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IEEE 802.11g up to 54 Mbps
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IEEE 802.11b up to 11 Mbps
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Wireless LAN authentication: WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK
Information in MyZone Manager
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3G Signal strength and connectivity status
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Mobile service operator name
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SIM card PIN code configuration
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Battery status
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WiFi configuration information: SSID, security
Compliance
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A-tick
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CE
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RoHS
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Getting Started
2.1 Network and System Requirements
Before continuing with the setup of your Myzone, please confirm that you comply with the minimum system requirements below.
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Activated SIM card
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Computer or smart phone with Windows, Nokia Symbian, Android, Macintosh or Linux-based operating systems with TCP/IP protocol installed and
working IEEE 802.11g or IEEE 802.11b comliant wireless adapter
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Web browser such as Internet Explorer, Safari, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, Google Chrome, Netscape Navigator etc.
2.2 Placement of your MyZone
Just like a mobile phone, the MyZone’s location will affect its signal strength from the mobile base station (cell tower). The data speed achievable from the
MyZone is relative to this signal strength, which is affected by many environmental factors. When choosing a location to place your MyZone, please keep in
mind that the MyZone will need adequate signal strength in order to provide Internet connectivity.
Similarly, the wireless connection between your Myzone and your WiFi devices will be stronger the closer your connected devices are to your MyZone. Your
wireless connection and performance will degrade as the distance between your MyZone and connected devices increases. This may or may not be directly
noticable, and is greatly affected by the individual setup environment.
If you have concerns about your network’s performance that might be related to range or obstruction factors, try moving the computer (or Wi-Fi device)
to a position between 3 to 5 metres from your MyZone in order to see if distance is the problem. If difficulties persist even at close range, please contact
NetComm Technical Support.
Note: While some of the items listed below can affect network performance, they will not prohibit your wireless network from functioning; if you are concerned that your network is
not operating at its maximum effectiveness, this checklist may help.
NOTE:
It is highly recommended that the MyZone must be kept at least 20cm distances away from human body.
(This is a regulatory requirement and applies to all 3G / Wi-Fi capable devices meeting standard regulatory compliance - See the section on Safety and Legal
Information for more information).
Place your MyZone as close as possible to the centre of your wireless network devices. To achieve the best wireless network coverage for your “wireless
clients” (i.e. computers with built-in or USB wireless adapters, laptops with built-in wireless, wireless PDA / iPhone, wirless enabled gaming consoles etc):
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Ensure that your MyZone is positioned vertically.
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In multi-storey homes, place your MyZone on a floor that is as close to the centre of the home as possible. This may mean placing your MyZone on
an upper floor.
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Try not to place your MyZone near a cordless telephone that operates at the same radio frequency as the MyZone (2.4GHz).
2.3 Avoid obstacles and interferences
Avoid placing your MyZone near devices that may emit radio “noise,” such as microwave ovens. Dense objects that can inhibit wireless
communication include:
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Refrigerators
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Washers and/or dryers
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Metal cabinets
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Large aquariums
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Metallic-based, UV-tinted windows
If your wireless signal seems weak in some spots, make sure that objects such as these are not blocking the signal’s path (between your devices and
your MyZone).
2.4 Cordless Phones
If the performance of your wireless network is impaired after considering the above issues, and you have a cordless phone:
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Try moving cordless phones away from your MyZone and your wireless-enabled computers.
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Unplug and remove the battery from any cordless phone that operates on the 2.4GHz band (check manufacturer’s information). If this fixes the
problem, your phone may be interfering with the Wi-Fi of your MyZone.
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If your phone supports channel selection, change the channel on the phone to the farthest channel from your wireless network. For example, change
the phone to channel 1 and set your MyZone to channel 11. See your phones user manual for detailed instructions.
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If necessary, consider switching to a 900MHz or 5GHz cordless phone.
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2.5 Choose the “Quietest” Channel for your Wireless Network
In locations where homes or offices are close together, such as apartment buildings or office complexes, there may be wireless networks nearby that can
conflict with your wireless network.
Use the site survey capabilities found in the wireless utility of your wireless adapter to locate any other wireless networks that are available (see your wireless
adapter’s user manual), and switch your MyZone and computers to a channel as far away from other networks as possible.
Hint: Most Wi-Fi routers set their Wireless G networks to channel 6. Changing the channel to something other than 6 may help improve your wireless
network performance.
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Experiment with more than one of the available channels, in order to find the clearest connection and avoid interference from neighbouring cordless
phones or other wireless devices.
2.6 LED Indicators, Inputs and Outputs
The LED indicator display visible on the front of the MyZone provides with status information. See below for an explanation of both the indication lights.
Power Status Light
The power status light shows you the status of the built-in battery and also tells you whether the device is booting or charging.
Internet Connection Light
Once connected, the Internet LED will flash constantly to indicate data transfer. If the LED is not illuminated there is no Internet connection available.
LEFT LED - Power Status
COLOUR
FLASHING
NOT FLASHING
Green
Battery discharging
Battery Full and charging
Blue
N/A
Booting
Red
Battery low and discharging
Battery low and charging
RIGHT LED - Internet Connection Status
COLOUR
FLASHING
UNLIT
Green
Internet Connection active
Unable to connect to the internet
SIM Card Slot
Insert your SIM card as shown below (push to lock, push to release). Please make sure you insert your SIM card in the correct orientation by checking the
SIM icon next to the SIM slot.
To insert the SIM Card into the MyZone, first you move the stand out of your
way by pushing it away with your fingernail.
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Once you have pushed the stand out of the way, you will notice a small
indent under the SIM Card cover.
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Slide your fingernail into the indent to remove the SIM Card cover.
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Once you have lifted the SIM Card cover you can then insert your SIM Card
into the SIM Card slot as shown on you MyZone.
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Micro USB Socket
The Micro USB socket allows you to charge the MyZone when plugged into the power adapter or any USB port on your computer.
Power Switch
Slide and hold the switch to power up your MyZone until the power light illuminates. For power down, hold the switch for 3-5 seconds until the power light
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