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Glossary

Built-in 

data card

Mobile data card built into notebook computer. Enables data 
connections over the mobile phone network.

Data card/

USB stick

A device for a computer that is used to open a data connection 
over the mobile phone network.

EDGE

An enhancement to GPRS networks offering higher speeds.

EV-DO

A high-speed mobile data standard used mostly in the USA. 
Frequent travellers to the USA should contact their mobile 
network operator about using special Vodafone Mobile Connect 
data cards and software in the USA.

GPRS

Standard for transferring data over mobile phone (GSM) 
networks. It generally provides wide coverage and moderate 
data speeds. (General Packet Radio System).

GSM

A standard for mobile telecommunications (Global System for 
Mobile communications), supported by over 680 operators in 
210 countries and territories.

Roaming

Connecting via networks other than your own operator’s 
network. This typically occurs when you are abroad, but is also 
possible in your own country.

SIM

The ‘Subscriber Identity Module’ is the small, postage-stamp-
sized chip that you will have received together with your mobile 
subscriber contract. The SIM has gold contacts on one side.

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Summary of Contents for K2525

Page 1: ...Quick Start Guide Vodafone Mobile Connect USB Stick QSG_VMCLite_v9 3_0708_K2525_en G1 1 QSG_VMCLite_v9 3_0708_K2525_en G1 1 10 7 08 14 29 06 10 7 08 14 29 06 ...

Page 2: ...USB Stick 3 Start the software 4 Software overview 5 Connect 6 SMS text messaging 7 SMS contacts 9 USB Stick LED light 9 Signal strength 10 Hints and tips 12 Glossary QSG_VMCLite_v9 3_0708_K2525_en G2 2 QSG_VMCLite_v9 3_0708_K2525_en G2 2 10 7 08 14 29 08 10 7 08 14 29 08 ...

Page 3: ...receive SMS text messages straight from your computer Vodafone SMS provides an easy way to view messages write new ones and manage contact details SystemRequirements To use this USB Stick and the Vodafone Mobile Connect software you need A computer running Microsoft Windows Vista Windows XP SP2 or Windows 2000 SP4 or an Apple Mac running Mac OS X 10 3 9 or above At least 100 MB free disk space and...

Page 4: ...ur computer s USB port Set up your USB Stick Your SIM Subscriber Identity Module is the small postage stamp sized chip that you received together with your mobile subscriber contract In areas of low network coverage we recommend you use the USB extension cable to improve your reception QSG_VMCLite_v9 3_0708_K2525_en G2 2 QSG_VMCLite_v9 3_0708_K2525_en G2 2 10 7 08 14 29 18 10 7 08 14 29 18 ...

Page 5: ...odafone Mobile Connect from the Windows Start menu On Mac OS X computers The first time you plug in your USB Stick it will show up on your desktop like a standard USB memory stick Insert the Vodafone Mobile Connect Mac software CD into the CD drive double click the file called Vodafone MC Installer and follow the on screen instructions Once your Mac has restarted the USB Stick will no longer appear ...

Page 6: ...Check the status of your connection Help Help Topics plus internet and hotline support 5 1 4 2 3 2 1 5 3 4 The first time you run the software your USB Stick will usually be set as the default device If it is not click Manage Devices and select your USB Stick there Software overview QSG_VMCLite_v9 3_0708_K2525_en G4 4 QSG_VMCLite_v9 3_0708_K2525_en G4 4 10 7 08 14 29 22 10 7 08 14 29 22 ...

Page 7: ...et across the mobile phone network Now you can browse the web or use email When connected the Connect button text changes to Disconnect and a green Connected indicator appears below the button Clicking the Disconnect button will close the connection and the text on the button will revert to Connect To open a mobile connection you need to be within coverage of a mobile network As a rule anywhere yo...

Page 8: ...ts 2 Message Write your message here 3 Send Click on the Send button to send your message After your SMS has been sent it will be stored in the Sent list SMS Text Messaging 2 1 3 The number displayed to the person who receives your message will be from your data SIM not your mobile phone Use a short signature to make sure people know you sent them a message Settings Messages Signature QSG_VMCLite_...

Page 9: ... to it directly The received message can also be read from the Inbox in the main Vodafone SMS window The Vodafone SMS software will receive text messages whenever you have mobile network coverage QSG_VMCLite_v9 3_0708_K2525_en G7 7 QSG_VMCLite_v9 3_0708_K2525_en G7 7 10 7 08 14 29 26 10 7 08 14 29 26 ...

Page 10: ... frequently as contacts with names New SMS Contact Clicking the New button on the SMS toolbar opens a new contact window Enter the name and number of your contact using the international format for the number eg 447774477000 QSG_VMCLite_v9 3_0708_K2525_en G8 8 QSG_VMCLite_v9 3_0708_K2525_en G8 8 10 7 08 14 29 28 10 7 08 14 29 28 ...

Page 11: ...ork has been found you could connect Green solid Connected via GPRS EDGE The strength of the mobile network signal is shown by the symbol to the left of the Connect button and by the icon in the Windows Notification area The more bars that are filled in the better the mobile network signal quality At least one bar must be filled in order to connect QSG_VMCLite_v9 3_0708_K2525_en G9 9 QSG_VMCLite_v9 3...

Page 12: ...nutes and try to connect again This is most often a temporary problem especially if an Error 631 or Error 619 is referenced Select File Exit to exit the Vodafone Mobile Connect Lite software completely and then re start it again Re start your computer Windows Click Manage Devices select your device click edit and then select a different network preference on the Network Preference tab page eg 3G O...

Page 13: ...ne or a Partner select a different network from View Available Mobile Connections Check software update preferences Set your operating system and other programs to notify you of software updates instead of downloading them automatically otherwise they may slow down your mobile connection or exceed your data usage limit Usage indication The usage window only displays an indication of your data usag...

Page 14: ...or transferring data over mobile phone GSM networks It generally provides wide coverage and moderate data speeds General Packet Radio System GSM A standard for mobile telecommunications Global System for Mobile communications supported by over 680 operators in 210 countries and territories Roaming Connecting via networks other than your own operator s network This typically occurs when you are abr...

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Page 16: ...rksoftheVodafoneGroup Anyproductorcompanynamesmentionedherein maybethetrademarksoftheirrespectiveowners Product Code K2525 VMCLite 9 3 07 08_en_GB QSG_VMCLite_v9 3_0708_K2525_en G14 14 QSG_VMCLite_v9 3_0708_K2525_en G14 14 10 7 08 14 29 32 10 7 08 14 29 32 ...

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