Wireless Modem Operation Wireless Modem Operation Differences Between Data, Fax, and Internet Calls Your Ericsson mobile phone can handle data, fax, and Internet calls, but each type of call requires corresponding software that must be running on your computer. Not for C omm e You can use your phone in Wireless Modem Operation when it is powered on with the proper cable attached from your phone to your computer. An Ericsson accessory kit may be required to use your phone in Wireless Modem Operation. Your phone is in Wireless Modem Operation when you see the following standby screen. Data Calls Data calls are placed to exchange computer files between two computers. While the data connection is in place, files can be transferred between the connected computers, according to the capabilities of the software in use. When a data call is made, the connection will remain in place until it is closed by one of the computers involved. To make or receive data calls with your Ericsson mobile phone, you must have a properly configured communications program running on your computer. rcial Your Ericsson mobile phone contains a modem similar to the modems you use to connect your computer to your home or office telephone service. Rather than connecting to standard telephone lines, however, the modem in your mobile phone allows you to connect your computer to the mobile telephone system. In places where mobile network operators provide the necessary support, you can use your mobile phone to send or receive faxes, upload or download data files, or access the Internet. This chapter will assist you with setting up your computer and phone to handle data, fax, and Internet calls on the mobile network. Note! If digital data/fax/Internet service is not available, you can purchase an analog modem card that is compatible with your Ericsson mobile phone and use data/fax functions on the available analog system. Use Fax Calls - Eri csso Fax calls are placed to send fax messages. When a fax message has been sent, your fax software or the originating fax machine will terminate the call. To make or receive fax calls with your Ericsson mobile phone, you must have a properly configured fax program running on your computer. n Inc . AE/LZT 123 6709 R1 Internet Calls Internet calls are placed to Internet Service Providers (ISP) when you want to use e-mail or access websites on the World Wide Web. To make Internet calls, you must have an account with an ISP and a properly configured Internet access program (browser) running on your computer. When your software is installed and set up to dial your ISP, calls can be made using the normal dialing procedure. Once a connection to your ISP is established, it will remain in place until you disconnect or until it is automatically disconnected due to the degradation of signal quality or due to inactivity. · Confirm that your mobile service provider supports digital data services in your planned usage area. If digital data service is not available, you can purchase an analog modem card that is compatible with your Ericsson mobile phone and use data functions on the available analog system. · Verify that you have the necessary subscription. Note! The availability of digital mobile voice service does not necessarily imply that your mobile service operator supports digital data operation. Not for C omm e Quick Net Connect Note! Throughout this chapter, references to data/fax/internet will be referred to as simply data. Setting Up Your Computer To operate properly with the modem in your Ericsson mobile phone, make sure that your computer has the following hardware and software: · A functional serial port RvpxÃIrÃ8rpÃestablishes an Internet connection quickly, easily, and economically. The digital connection bypasses the typicallyused analog modems and connects to the Internet in a matter of seconds. Contact your service provider for more information. rcial Use · An operating system that supports data access software, such as Windows 95 or Windows 98 Before You Start Before setting up your phone for data operation, do the following: · You must have a serial interface cable to connect your Ericsson mobile phone to your computer. The cable is available in the Ericsson DA 18 Phone Book Manager Accessory Kit or as a separate accessory. You can purchase Ericsson accessories at http:// www.ericsson.com/phones. · Appropriate fax (class 2.0), Internet access, or file transfer software Note! Class "2.0" is different from Class "2". - Eri csso n Inc Initial Setup Successful first-time setup of your phone and computer for data operation involves the following steps: 1 Connect Your Computer to Your Phone Your Ericsson DA 18 Phone Book Manager Accessory Kit con- . AE/LZT 123 6709 R1 tains a serial interface cable (the cable can also be purchased as a separate accessory). The cable has a plug on one end that matches the receptacle on the bottom of your Ericsson mobile phone. The other end of the cable has a 9-pin female connector that matches the standard 9-pin serial interface port connector. Connect one end of the cable to your Ericsson mobile phone and the other end to the serial port on your computer. Operation Receiving Data and Fax Calls Note! Prior to receiving a data call, you must configure your phone manually to receive a data call. To configure your phone manually, do the following: Review the instructions from your mobile service provider that describe the procedures and rules for making and receiving data calls in your area. 1 Set up your phone and computer as described above. Not for C omm e ERI CSS ONZ Note! If you are trying to connect to a 25-pin serial interface port on your computer, you will need an adapter. You can purchase a 25-pin serial interface port adapter at most computer supply stores. 2 Install Your Modem Control Software (driver) The modem control software (driver) that you need to use your Ericsson mobile phone is available at http://mobileinternet.ericsson.com. Refer to the "Installing the Modem Driver (INF File)" on page 34 for help with installing drivers for some operating systems. When the appropriate driver is loaded, refer to the sections on making and receiving data and fax calls later in this chapter. rcial 2 Press M E N U from the Standby screen to access the main menu. 3 Choose 8hyyÃPv from the SETTINGS menu. Use 8 5 Press Y E S to open the 9hhAh. The current selection is indicated by a filled radio button. 6 Press or until the call type for the next call you will receive is highlighted. Call Types are: Off, Next Call Fax, Fax On, Next Call Data, and Data On. 4 Press or until the 9hhAh is highlighted. - Eri 3 Set up your data access software according to the instructions supplied with it. Look for Ericsson CDMA Data Fax Modem in modem list when configuring software which will access the handset as a modem. Look for Ericsson CDMA Packet Data Modem in the case of using Dial-Up Networking on a packet data network for internet access. Note! The Off setting is active until you choose a different setting. Fax On and Data On apply until you power off your phone. 7 Press Y E S to select the highlighted call type. csso n Inc . 9hhAhÃTrvt) appears in the display. Your phone is now configured to a specific type for your next incoming call. Making Data and Fax Calls When your phone and computer are properly set up, you can send a fax, or initiate data calls, as with any other modem. AE/LZT 123 6709 R1 Review the instructions from your mobile service provider that describe the procedures and rules for making and receiving data calls in your area. Note! To avoid unnecessary airtime charges, terminate your data calls as soon as you have finished transferring files by pressing the N O key. Use With Other Ericsson Accessories Rapid or Travel Charger To charge your phone's battery with an Ericsson rapid or travel charger during data operation, do the following: 1 Plug one end of the serial interface cable into your phone. 2 Plug the other end of the serial interface cable into the serial port on your computer. 3 Plug the charger cable into the bottom of the connector. 4 Plug the charger cable into the wall outlet. Making Voice Calls While Connected to Your Computer Not for C omm e Disconnecting You can originate voice calls when you are not on a data call. You can receive voice calls if 9hhAhÃis set to Off. Your Ericsson mobile phone enables you to initiate voice calls from Windows applications when connected to the Ericsson Voice Call Dialer. This is particularly useful if you have contact cards with phone numbers in a contact management application. You can open a contact card, click on the phone icon, and originate a call using your Ericsson mobile phone. Then you simply pick up your mobile phone and continue the call. The Ericsson Voice Call Dialer is compatible with most contact manager software packages. Refer to the "Manual Installation of Your Modem Driver" or "Voice Call Dialer" section at the end of this chapter for help with installing this driver for some operating systems. rcial Use ER IC SS ON Z - Eri csso Disconnect your Ericsson mobile phone from your computer by disconnecting the cable from your phone and the serial port from your computer. Desktop Charger n Inc . To charge your phone's battery with an Ericsson desktop charger during data operation, do the following: 1 Plug one end of the serial interface cable into the back of your desktop charger. AE/LZT 123 6709 R1 2 Plug the other end of the cable into the serial port on your computer. 3 Plug the charger cable into the bottom of the connector. 4 Plug your charger cable into the wall outlet. 5 Insert the phone into the front compartment of your desktop charger. and park before making or receiving calls, if driving conditions so require. Transmission Disturbances Brief interruptions of mobile telephone signals that would not be bothersome during a voice call may cause problems during data operation, depending upon the error correction capabilities of the software being used. Such interruptions are uncommon during stationary operation, but can be caused by vehicles or people passing nearby, especially in areas of low signal strength. You can use the signal strength indicator on your phone to verify that you have a good signal path. Not for C omm e Achieving Best Performance Charging your Battery Signal Strength Both your Ericsson mobile phone and your laptop computer batteries should be well-charged before starting data operation. This will help you avoid interruptions due to loss of power. You may charge your phone's battery with an Ericsson charger during data/fax operation as mentioned above. rcial Installing the Modem Driver (INF File) Windows 95, Windows 98, and Windows ME 1 Download the INF file from http://mobileinternet.ericsson.com.Ã 2 Turn on your Ericsson mobile phone. 3 Connect one end of your serial cable to your Ericsson mobile phone and the other end to your computer's serial port. 4 Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel. Use It is important to maintain a good signal path between the phone and the mobile telephone system when making data calls. Signals will generally be stronger when the phone is in an upright position. If you are indoors, your signal will generally be stronger when the phone is near a window. - Eri csso In a Vehicle It is possible to receive data calls from your vehicle. Operation from a moving vehicle may not be satisfactory because data may be lost when your call is transferred from one mobile base station to another. Be sure to give full attention to driving and pull off the road 5 Double click on Modems. If the Modems icon does not appear, click on the blue underlined text view all Control Panel options to the left of the icons. 6 If a window titled "Install New Modem" appears, proceed to the next step. Otherwise, if a window titled "Modem Properties" appears, then under the General tab, click the Add button. n Inc . AE/LZT 123 6709 R1 7 If your computer has a PCMCIA slot a window may appear asking, "What type of modem do you want to install?" If you are asked this question, select Other, then click Next. If you are not asked this question, proceed to the next step. 8 If you are running Windows 98 or ME, a message beginning with "There appears to be a new port or modem adapter in the computer" may appear. If it does, check the box labeled Don't run the Hardware Installation Wizard, then click Next. If this message does not appear, proceed to the next step. 9 Check the Don't detect my modem; I will select it from a list box. Click Next. 2 Download the INF file from http://mobileinternet.ericsson.com.ÃÃ 3 Turn on your Ericsson mobile phone. 4 Connect one end of your serial cable to your Ericsson mobile phone and the other end to your computer's serial port. 5 Navigate to Start, Settings, Control Panel, Phone and Modem Options. 6 A wind ...