Getting Started
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2.
Do not use the modem if the antenna is damaged. Operate the modem with only the supplied
antenna or an approved replacement antenna.
3.
Unauthorized modifications, attachments or antennas
not expressly approved by
Novatel Wireless can void the user’s authority to operate this equipment and violate FCC
regulations.
4.
If you use
medical devices
such as a pacemaker or hearing aid, consult the manufacturer
of the device to determine if it is adequately shielded from RF energy. Persons with
pacemakers should
always
maintain a separation distance
of at least 6 inches (15 cm)
from the modem when the modem is powered on. Wireless products can interfere with some
hearing aids. Consult with your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternative solutions.
5.
This product is not to be used in any
environment where radio frequency equipment is
prohibited or restricted in its use
. This includes aircraft, airports, hospitals, and other
sensitive electronic areas. To ensure that your modem is deactivated and power can not be
applied accidently to the modem, you should
remove the modem from your computer
under the above conditions.
6.
Under extended operation the Merlin for GPRS modem will generate a noticeable amount of
heat
. Like all PC Cards, the modem generates heat during normal operations and is also
heated by the host computer. For this reason it is recommended that you allow the modem
to cool down after extensive operation so that it is cool to the touch when you remove it from
your computer.
7.
Do not remove the antenna from the modem during operation.
Requirements
The following items are required to set up and use your Merlin for GPRS PC Card modem:
•
Portable PC with Pentium lll or higher with Type II PC Card slot, 16 MB hard drive space
and CD-ROM drive
•
Microsoft® Windows 98 SE™ or Windows 2000™ or Windows XP™ or Windows ME™
•
Installation CD, included with your Merlin for GPRS PC Card modem
•
GSM/GPRS account with a wireless IP service provider in your area
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SIM card containing your GSM/GPRS account information
•
Internet browser software (for example, Microsoft Internet Explorer®)
Note:
Please ensure that you have the latest BIOS for your computer. You can contact the
computer manufacturer to obtain it or you may be able to obtain it from their web site.
Technical Support
If you require technical support, please contact the supplier of your SIM card or your local GSM/
GPRS service provider.