Huawei Modem E219 User Manual

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Notice

Q : How do I know that I am connected via the DiGi 3G connection?

A : Please refer to the signal bar icon at the bottom left of the Connection

Manager window. It indicates whether it is connected to a GPRS,

EDGE or UMTS/WCDMA/HSDPA network.

1. Indicator

It indicates the status of the E219.

Colour Status

Definition

Green

Blinking (on for 100ms and

off for 100ms; then on for

100ms and off for 2700ms)

The E219 is powered on

Q : Can I unplug the modem without first removing it from the operating

system menu?

A : The modem supports hot plug-in/unplug, however we would recommend

that you remove the device via the operating system first.

Green

Blue

Blinking (on for 100ms

and off for 2900ms)

The E219 is registered to a GPRS

(GSM/GPRS/EDGE) network

Blinking (on for 100ms

and off for 2900ms)

The E219 is registered to a

UMTS (WCDMA/HSDPA) network

Green

Blue

Cyan

Off

The E219 is connected to a GPRS network

The E219 is connected to a WCDMA network

The E219 is connected to a HSDPA network

The E219 is removed from PC

2. Mini-USB interface

It connects the E219 with a computer through a USB data cable.

1. Launch the DiGi Internet Connection Manager.

2. Go to ‘Tools’ > ‘Options’ > ‘Profile Management’

3. In the ‘Profile Management’ window, perform the setup as below:

• APN: 3gdgnet

3. SIM/USIM Card Slot

Holds the Subscriber Identity Module/UMTS subscriber identity module

(SIM/USIM) card.

Preparing the E219

Requirements for the Computer

• Dial-up Number: *99#

To use the E219, the computer must meet the following requirements:

•

USB Type A Receptacle, Compatible with USB 2.0 Full Speed

Windows 2000 SP4, Windows XP SP2, Windows Vista, Mac OS

Your computer’s hardware system should meet or exceed the recommended

system requirements for the installed version of OS

•

Resolution for the display: 800 × 600 or above

Installing the USIM/SIM Card

1. Remove the UMTS subscriber identity module/subscriber identity module

(USIM/SIM) card slot from the E219.

2. Then insert the USIM/SIM card into the card slot.

3. Make sure that the USIM/SIM card is fully in place.

4. Insert the card slot into the E219.

Q : What does the blinking LED on the modem indicate?

A :

Connecting the E219 with a PC

Note:

LED

First, power on the computer. Then connect the E219 with the computer.

Otherwise, the E219 cannot be installed normally.

Status

Definition

Indicator

Green

The following figure is the sketch map of the data cable.

Blinking (on for 100ms and

off for 100ms; then on for

100ms and off for 2700ms)

The modem is powered on

1 Auxiliary USB data cable

2 Main USB data cable

3 Mini-USB connector

Blinking (on for 100ms and The modem is registered to a GPRS

off for 2900ms) (GSM/GPRS/EDGE) network

Green

Blinking (on for 100ms and The modem is registered to a

Blue

Green

Blue

1. Plug the mini-universal series bus

(USB) connector into the E219.

off for 2900ms)

UMTS (WCDMA/HSDPA) network

2. Plug the connectors of the main

USB data cable and the auxiliary

The modem is connected to

a GPRS network

USB data cable into the USB interfaces of the computer.

The modem is connected to

a WCDMA network

The modem is connected to

a HSDPA network

Sky Blue On

No Colour Off

3. The OS automatically detects and recognises new hardware and starts the

installation wizard. If the installation wizard does not respond, double-click the

AutoRun.exe file in the driver path to manually install the E219 Manager.

The modem is removed

Q : How do I configure the settings to DiGi’s settings to enable me

to connect?

4. Follow the prompts of the installation wizard.

A : The built-in driver and client should already have DiGi’s settings. However,

in case you need to alter the settings, please follow the steps below:

5. After the program is installed, a shortcut icon for the E219 management

program is displayed on the desktop.

Q : What are the laptop/PC requirements for this modem to function?

A : The USB modem will operate on both a laptop or desktop PC with the

minimum requirements below:

Launching the Management Program

After the E219 is installed, the management program is launched automatically.

Then every time the E219 is connected to the PC, the management program is

launched automatically.

• Laptop/PC hardware must meet or exceed the recommended system

requirements for the installed version of the operating system

• Hard Disk: 50MB free disk space

You can also double-click the shortcut icon on the desktop to launch the

management program.

• Operating System: Windows XP/Windows 2000/Windows Vista/

Mac OS X version 10.4.3

• USB Modem Interface: USB 2.0

• Display Resolution: 800 x 600 pixels or above

(1024 x 768 pixels recommended)

Removing the E219

Click ‘Safely Remove Hardware’ icon at the taskbar and follow the on-screen

instruction to remove the modem.

Uninstalling the Management Program

1. Click Start Menu

2. Click Control Panel

3. Click Add/Remove Program to remove the management program of the E219

Q : How do I install the modem?

A : Please follow the steps below:

1. Plug-in the modem into the USB slot available on your laptop/PC.

2. Your laptop/PC should detect the modem and install the driver of the

modem automatically.

3. Your laptop/PC will then prompt you to install the DiGi Internet

Connection Manager.

4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

Safety Information

Read the safety information carefully to ensure the correct and safe use of your

wireless device.

DiGi Internet

Modem FAQ

Interference

Do not use your wireless device if using the device is prohibited or when it cause

danger or interference with electric devices.

Medical Device

•

Do not use your wireless device and follow the rules and regulations set

forth by hospitals and healthcare facilities.

Some wireless devices may affect the performance of hearing aids.

For any such problems, consult your service provider.

If you are using an electronic medical device, consult the doctor or device

manufacturer to confirm whether the radio waves affect the operation of

this device.

Area with Inflammables and Explosives

To prevent explosions and fires in areas that are stored with inflammable and

explosive devices, do not use your wireless device and observe the rules. Areas

stored with inflammables and explosives include but are not limited to the following:

•

Petrol station

Fuel depot (such as the bunk below the deck of a ship)

Container/Vehicle for storing or transporting fuels or chemical products

Area where the air contains chemical substances and particles (such as granule,

dust, or metal powder)

•

Area indicated with the "Explosives" sign

5_{Acronyms and Abbreviations}

Area indicated with the "Power off bi-direction wireless equipment" sign

Area where you are generally suggested to stop the engine of a vehicle

Numeric

The Third Generation

Access Point Name

Traffic Security

APN

DNS

GPRS

•

Observe local laws and regulations while using the wireless device. To prevent

accidents, do not use your wireless device while driving.

Domain Name Server

General Packet Radio Service

RF signals may affect electronic systems of motor vehicles. For more

information, consult the vehicle manufacturer.

PUK

Personal Identification Number

PIN Unblocking Key

In a motor vehicle, do not place the wireless device over the airbag or in the

airbag deployment area. Otherwise, the wireless device may hurt you owing to

the strong force when the airbag inflates.

SIM

Subscriber Identity Module

•

Observe the rules and regulations of airline companies. When boarding,

switch off your wireless device. Otherwise, the radio signal of the wireless

device may interfere with the plane control signals.

USIM

WINS

UMTS Service Identity Module

Windows Internet Name Service

Safety of Children

Do not allow children to use the wireless device without guidance. Small and sharp

components of the wireless device may cause danger to children or cause

suffocation if child swallows the components.

Environment Protection

Observe the local regulations regarding the disposal of your packaging materials,

used wireless device and accessories, and promote their recycling.

WEEE Approval

The wireless device complies with the essential requirements and other relevant

provisions of the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2002/96/EC

(WEEE Directive).

FAQ

What should I do if I cannot access the Internet?

1. Check the network signal strength.

2. Check whether you have activated the wireless online service. You can ask

the local network operator how to activate it.

RoHS Approval

The wireless device complies with the restriction of the use of certain hazardous

substances in electrical and electronic equipment Directive 2002/95/EC (RoHS

Directive).

3. If the wireless online service is activated, check network settings according

to the instructions in “Internet Services”.

Laws and Regulations Observance

Observe laws and regulations when using your wireless device. Respect the

privacy and legal rights of the others.

Care and Maintenance

It is normal that your wireless device gets hot when you use or charge it. Before

you clean or maintain the wireless device, stop all applications and disconnect the

wireless device from your PC.

•

Use your wireless device and accessories with care and in clean environment.

Keep the wireless device from a fire or a lit cigarette.

•

Protect your wireless device and accessories from water and vapour and keep

them dry.

•

Do not drop, throw or bend your wireless device.

Clean your wireless device with a piece of damp and soft antistatic cloth. Do

not use any chemical agents (such as alcohol and benzene), chemical

detergent, or powder to clean it.

•

Do not leave your wireless device and accessories in a place with a

considerably low or high temperature.

Note:

For details about setting the profile, contact your service provider.

Use only accessories of the wireless device approved by the manufacturer.

Contact the authorised service centre for any abnormality of the wireless device

or accessories.

Creating a Dial-up Profile

1. Click New to set the profile name, access number, user name, password, Access

Point Name (APN) and APN status

2. Click Advanced to set the IP information, authentication protocol, Domain Name

Server (DNS) and Windows Internet Name Service (WINS)

3. Click OK to save the advanced settings and return to the Dial-Up interface

4. Click OK and the Prompt dialog box is displayed

5. Click Yes to save the settings; or click No to cancel the settings

•

Do not dismantle the wireless device or accessories. This will void the warranty.

Emergency Call

This wireless device functions through receiving and transmitting radio signals.

Therefore, the connection cannot be guaranteed in all conditions. In case of

emergency, you should not rely solely on the wireless device for essential

communications.

Editing a Dial-up Profile

1. In the Profile Name drop-down combo box, select a setting

2. Click Edit to modify the profile name, access number, user name, password,

APN name and APN status

3. Click Advanced to set the IP information, authentication protocol, DNS, and WINS

4. Click OK to save the advanced settings and return to the Dial-Up interface

5. Click OK and the Prompt dialog box is displayed

Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)

Your wireless device is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is not designed to exceed

the limits for exposure to radio waves recommended by international guidelines.

These guidelines are developed by the independent scientific organisation ICNIRP

and include safety margins designed to assure the protection of all persons,

regardless of age and health.

6. Click Yes to save the settings; or click No to cancel the edits

The guidelines use a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate,

or SAR. The SAR limit for wireless devices is 2.0 W/kg and the highest SAR value

for this device when tested complied with this limit.

Deleting a Dial-up Profile

1. In the Profile Name drop-down combo box, select a setting

2. Click Delete and the Prompt dialog box is displayed

3. Click Yes to delete the setting; or click No to cancel the deletion

Body Worn Operation

Important safety information regarding radiofrequency radiation (RF) exposure.

To ensure compliance with RF exposure guidelines the device must be used with a

minimum of 1.5 cm separation from the body.

1. Click the Network Type tab

Failure to observe these instructions could result in your RF exposure exceeding the

relevant guideline limits.

2. In the Network Type drop-down combo box, select the corresponding network type

3. In the Band down-drop list box, select the corresponding frequency band

4. Click Apply

Regulatory Information

The following approvals and notices apply in specific regions as noted.

5. Click OK to save and enable the settings

CE Approval (European Union)

Selecting a Registration Mode

You can set the search and registration mode after selecting the network type.

1. Click the Registration Mode tab

The wireless device is approved to be used in the member states of the EU.

The wireless device complies with the essential requirements and other relevant

provisions of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive

1999/5/EC (R&TTE Directive).

2. Select Auto search and register or Manual search and register

Federal Communications Commission Notice (United States): Before a wireless

device model is available for sale to the public, it must be tested and certified to the

FCC that it does not exceed the limit established by the government-adopted

requirement for safe exposure.

Auto Search and Register

When you select Auto search and register, the terminal product can automatically

search and register to a supplied network.

Manual Search and Register

1. Select Manual search and register

2. Click Refresh

The SAR limit adopted by the USA and Canada is 1.6 watts/kilogram (W/kg)

averaged over one gram of tissue. The highest SAR value reported to the FCC for

this device type was compliant with this limit.

FCC Statement

3. Select an operator name in the list

4. Click Register

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the

following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)

this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may

cause undesired operation.

Connection Profile Settings

To display the Dial-Up interface, do as follows:

1. Choose Tools > Options

* This device should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and

your body when using it via USB cable.

2. In the navigation tree, click Profile Management

3. Click the Dial-Up tab

1. Choose Tools > Choose Device

2. Select a device in the device list

Acronyms and Abbreviations

•

EDGE

GPRS

GSM

HSDPA

Enhanced Data Rates for GSM Evolution

General Packet Radio Service

Global System for Mobile Communications

High Speed Downlink Packet Access

Operating System

3. Click OK to terminate the current terminal and switch to the selected one

Viewing Diagnostics Information

Choose Tools > Diagnostics to view the diagnostic information of the terminal

device.

Personal Identification Number

Specific Absorption Rate

Startup Settings

You can set the Terminal Management to launch automatically along with Windows

and minimise the interface after the startup.

SAR

SIM

Subscriber Identity Module

UMTS

USB

Universal Mobile Telecommunications System

Universal Serial Bus

1. Choose Tools > Options

2. Click General in the navigation tree

3. You can choose the following options:

• Select Launch on Windows startup: The Terminal Management launches

automatically along with Windows.

USIM

WCDMA

UMTS Subscriber Identity Module

Wideband Code Division Multiple Access

• Select Minimise window on startup: The interface of the Terminal Management

is automatically minimised after the Terminal Management is launched.

4. Click OK to save the settings

Network Settings

To display the Network interface, do as follows:

1. Choose Tools > Options

2. In the navigation tree, click Network

Selecting a Network Type

You can select different network types to search and access the network.

Entering the PIN Code

When the PIN Verification is enabled, you need to enter the correct PIN code to use

the network-related functions.

Software Manual

1. Choose Tools > PIN Operations > Enter PIN

2. Enter the correct PIN code

3. Click OK to complete the verification

Note:

If you enter the wrong PIN codes for a preset number of times, the SIM/USIM card

is locked and you cannot use it until you enter the PUK code. The Terminal

Management prompts you with the remaining number of attempts for entering the

PIN code or the PUK code.

Unlocking the PIN

When the SIM/USIM card is locked, the Unlock PIN dialog box is displayed after

you start the Terminal Management.

1. Enter the correct PUK code

2. Enter the new PIN code

3. Click OK to complete the modification

Choosing a Device

The Terminal Management can support different terminal products.

When the Terminal Management is launched, it searches the matched terminal

automatically. If two or more terminals are found, the connected terminals are

displayed on the Choose Device interface. You can choose a terminal to run and

click OK.

If two or more supported terminals are connected with the PC, you can change or

choose a device when running the Terminal Management.

Settings and Information Query

PIN Operations

If a SIM/USIM card is used on the terminal, the Personal Identity Number (PIN) code

protects your card from unauthorised use. You can modify the PIN code and

enable/disable the PIN verification.

Note:

Contents

The PIN code and PIN Unblocking Key (PUK) code are provided along with the

SIM/USIM card. For details, contact your service provider.

1 Description of the Terminal Management GUI........................................... 1

Launching the Terminal Management......................................................1

Interface Overview................................................................................... 1

2 Internet Services........................................................................................ 3

Accessing the Internet.............................................................................3

Statistics Information...............................................................................3

3 Settings and Information Query..................................................................5

PIN Operations.........................................................................................5

Choosing a Device...................................................................................6

Viewing Diagnostics Information..............................................................7

Startup Settings.......................................................................................7

Network Settings..................................................................................... 7

Connection Profile Settings.....................................................................8

4 FAQ.......................................................................................................... 10

5 Acronyms and Abbreviations................................................................... 11

Enabling/Disabling the PIN Verification

You can enable the PIN Verification. If it is enabled, you need to verify the PIN code

when launching the Terminal Management again.

• To enable: Choose Tools > PIN Operations > Enable PIN Verification

• To disable: Choose Tools > PIN Operations > Disable PIN Verification

Modifying the PIN Code

1. Choose Tools > PIN Operations > Modify PIN

2. In the Modify PIN dialog box, enter the current PIN code and the new PIN code

3. Enter the new PIN code again

4. Click OK to complete the modification

Note:

The PIN code should be a numeric string of 4-8 digits.