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Flarion FPC 1000 Wireless Network Card User Guide Version 1.0 Date: 07-22-2004 Flarion Technologies, Inc. Bedminster One 135 Route 202/206 South Bedminster, NJ 07921 Web: www.flarion.com Email: info@flarion.com Tel: (908) 947-7000 Fax: (908) 947-2050 Flarion Proprietary and Confidential  2004 Flarion Technologies, Inc.[...]

Preliminary Material COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARK STATEMENT Copyright  2003-2004 Flarion Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved. Flarion , FLASH-OFDM , RadioRouter , Vector-LPDC  and FlashView  are among the trademarks of Flarion T echnologies, Inc. Other trademarks, trade names and brands contained herein are the prope rty of their respective [...]

Preliminary Material TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter 1. ......................................................................................... 5 FPC 1000 Basics 1.1 ........................................................................................... 5 About the FPC 1000 ................................................................ 5 1.2 FPC [...]

Preliminary Material LIST OF FIGURES Figure 1: FPC 1000 Wireless Network Card ...................................................................... 5 Figure 2: CD Launcher Menu ........................................................................................... 10 Figure 3: Mobility Manager Setup Screen .....................................[...]

FPC 1000 Basics Chapter 1. FPC 1000 Basics 1.1 About the FPC 1000 The Flarion FPC 1000 is a wireless broadband netw ork card, that en ables high-speed wireless connectivity f or subscribers. It is p l ug and play compatible with a standard Type II PCMCIA card slot. It runs on most operati ng system s that are available on computing devices such as [...]

Chapter 1 1.3 FPC 1000 Applications Examples of applications that can be used with the FPC 1000 include: • Email (including large file attachments) • High-Speed Web Browsing • Virtual Private Network (VPN) access • File Transfer • Online gaming • Streaming video and audio • Video Conferencing 1.4 FPC 1000 Package Contents The Flarion [...]

FPC 1000 Basics 1.5.1. About FMM Flarion Mobility Manager provi des a user interfac e with the functionality of the PC-1000 PC Card. The FMM interface includes: • Session information o Connection status o Connection time o Kilobytes sent and received o Signal strength • Connection functionality o Enable o Signal quality o Disable o Exit • Upg[...]

Chapter 2 Chapter 2. Using FPC 1000 with a Notebook PC The Flarion FPC 1000 wireless ne twork card can be installed and used in a notebook PC, to provide high-speed mobile broadband connectivity. • Installing the FPC 1000 • Using the FPC 1000 • Troubleshooting the FPC 1000 2.1 Installing the FPC 1000 WARNING This chapter details procedures fo[...]

Using FPC 1000 with a Notebook PC 2.1.1. Checking Hardware and Software Requirements The FPC 1000 requires certain hardware and software capabilitie s of the notebook PC. Verify that the following hardware requirements are met: Table 1: Hardware Requirements for the FPC 1000 Category Requirement Card Slot Type II PCMCIA RAM 128 MB Hard Disk Space 1[...]

Chapter 2 2.1.2. Installing Flarion Mobility Manager Software When it is clear that hardware and softwa re requirements are met, installation m ay proceed. Flarion Mobility Manager software must be installed, prior to insertion of the PC-1000 card. To install Flarion Mobility Manager: 1. Power on the PC and/or close a ny Windows programs that are r[...]

Using FPC 1000 with a Notebook PC 4. Select the operating system to launc h the Fla rion Mobility Manager setup . The Mobility Manager Setup sc reen appears (see Figure 3). Figure 3: Mobility Ma nager Setup Screen 5. Follow the Mobility Manager on screen di rections. Click “Next” after each step. 6. Click Finish to end the installation. If the [...]

Chapter 2 2.1.3. Attaching the Ante nna to the PC Card When FMM installation is complete, atta ch the antenna to the FPC 1000 PC card. The FPC 1000 ships with two types of antennas: • Standard antenna • Extended range antenna 2.1.3.1 Attaching the Standard Antenna The standard antenna allows for im proved signal quality and strength. To attach [...]

Using FPC 1000 with a Notebook PC 2.1.3.2 Attaching the Extended Range Antenna The extended range antenna cable greatly improves signal strength and quality. It increases the operating range of the PC, and enhances connectivity and throughput. To install the extended ra nge antenna, follow the instructions in Figure 5: 1. Place the f oam tape brack[...]

Chapter 2 When complete, the installed extend ed range antenna appears as in Figure 6. Card Antenna Bracket Circular conne ctor for cable Card Antenna Bracket Circular conne ctor for cable Figure 6: Installed Extended Range Antenna Note: The above figure shows the extended range ante nna already installed. As such, the FPC 1000 is already inserted [...]

Using FPC 1000 with a Notebook PC 2.1.4.1 Loading Device Drivers for Windows 98 1. When the Windows 98 SE hardware se tup detects the FPC 1000, it presents a “Welcome to the Found New Hardware Setu p” screen. If prompted, insert the original Windows operating system CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Select the option to install the software autom at[...]

Chapter 2 2.2 Using the FPC 1000 When the FPC 1000 software has been instal led, the antenna attached and the FPC has been placed in the PCMCIA sl ot, the card is ready for use. Registered users can enjoy high-speed mobile connectivity. • General usage guidelines This section details usage of the FPC 1000, including • Using the Flarion Mobility[...]

Using FPC 1000 with a Notebook PC 2.2.2. Using the Flarion Mobility Manager The Flarion Mobility Manager (FMM) enab les monitoring of the wireless broadband connection, as well as connec tion and upgrade functionality. After installation, the FMM icon appears on the PC desktop: Figure 9: FMM Icon After installation, and every time the FPC 1000 is i[...]

Chapter 2 After installation, and every time the FPC 1000 is inserted into th e PCMCIA slot, the FMM application opens. If for any reason it do es not open, initialize the program via the desktop or system tray icon. Options Men u Help Me nu Link to ho me pag e Close Win dow (does not end sessi on) Conne ction Sta tus Conne ction Time Kilobytes Rec[...]

Using FPC 1000 with a Notebook PC 2.2.2.1 Monitoring Connection Status and Connection Time FMM indicates either “Connected” or “Search ing”, depending on the Connection Status. The light on the side of the card also bli nks until a connection is made. The Connection Time Indicator shows how long your notebook PC has been connected to the ne[...]

Chapter 2 2.2.2.2 Monitoring Kilobytes Received and Sent To monitor the amount of data sent or rece ived during your session, refer to the relevant indicators number of kilobytes: Kiloby tes R eceiv ed Kiloby tes Se nt Figure 13: Kilobytes Received and Sent These indicators show the total num ber of bytes transmitted and received during the current[...]

Using FPC 1000 with a Notebook PC 2.2.2.3 Monitoring Signal Strength and Quality Signal strength shows the power level of the signal you are receiving. When the signal is strongest, four bars are shown. When it is weakest, one bar is shown. When the m odem is searching for a signal, the bars wi ll scan from left to right. Signal Quality measures th[...]

Chapter 2 2.2.2.4 Closing, Exiting and Ending Sessions To close the Mobility Manager window, click the “X” in the top right corner. Note th at this does not end the session. To relaunch FMM Mobility Manager, click the PC card icon on the system tray or desktop. To exit the Flarion Mobility Manager program, but keep the modem session running, cl[...]

Using FPC 1000 with a Notebook PC Options M enu (Exit, Enable /Disab le) Close Win dow (does not end sessi on) Figure 15: Closing, Exiting and Ending  2004 Flarion Version 1.0 Flarion Propri etary and Confidential Page 23[...]

Chapter 2 2.2.2.5 Enabling and Disabling the FPC 1000 Certain operating systems act d i fferently when the “Enable” or “Disable” function is selected: To end a wireless broadband connection without shutting down the PC, click Options ⇒ Disable. To begin anot her session, click Options ⇒ Enable. • Windows 2000/XP o : When searching for[...]

Using FPC 1000 with a Notebook PC 2.2.2.6 Upgrading Software 2.2.2.6.1 About Software Upgrades Upgrading FPC 1000 software assures that all the latest features and functionalities are available for use. Upgrades to PC Card software may incl ude any or all of the following software components: • DSP I mage • PC Card Drivers • Flarion Mobility [...]

Chapter 2 2.2.2.6.2 Upgrade Methods PC Card software can be upgraded with one of the following methods: • Over-the-Air automatic upgrade • Over-the-Air manual upgrade • Complete package uni nstall and reinstall Note: Several issues may affect the software upgrade process. Refer to Software Upgrade Notes on page 33 for details. 2.2.2.6.2.1 Ove[...]

Using FPC 1000 with a Notebook PC Figure 17: Information Screen – Advanced Tab o When “Always notify me before down loading and installing updates” is selected, NMM will present th e “Upgrade Available” message when a DSP Image update is available o When “Always notify me before down loading and installing updates” is not selected, NM[...]

Chapter 2 To install the automatic ally detected upgrade: 1. In the Software Upgrade Available (see Figure 16) message, click Yes. Flarion Mobility Manager downloads the update (see Figure 18), and presents the Click OK to Update message (see Figure 19). Figure 18: Downloading Update Message 2. In the Click OK to Update Mobi lity Manager message bo[...]

Using FPC 1000 with a Notebook PC 2.2.2.6.2.2 Over-the-Air Manual Upgrade Users may wish to manually check if upgrad es are availab le (rather than waiting for automated notification). This method enables imm ediate checking of upgrade availability, rather than waiting for a preset “polling” interval. To manually check for upgrades: 1. From the[...]

Chapter 2 • If no upgrade is available, the “No files need updating” message (see Figure 21) appears: Figure 21: No Files N eed Updating Message • If an upgrade is availabl e (whether DSP I mage or full package), the Update Available message appears (see Figure 22), along with an Update Yes/No message (see Figure 23): Figure 22: Update Avai[...]

Using FPC 1000 with a Notebook PC To install the manually detec ted upgrade: 1. In the Update Yes/No message, click Yes. Figure 24: Downloading Updates Message Figure 25: Click OK to Update Message 4. In the Click OK to Update M obility Manager message box, click OK. Flarion Mobility Manager installs the updated software Mobility manager downloads [...]

Chapter 2 2.2.2.6.2.3 Complete Package Uninstall and Reinstall In addition to Over-the-Air upgrade, PC Ca rd software can be upgraded by uninstalling current software, and installing upgraded software. To uninstall the Flarion M obility Manager software: 1. Double click the “My Computer” icon on your desktop. 2. Double click the “Control Pane[...]

Using FPC 1000 with a Notebook PC 2.2.2.7 Software Upgrade Notes Several issues apply to th e FPC 1000 upgrade process: • Third party firewall programs may affect over-the-air upgrade. If the over-the-air upgrade does not work, you may need to disa ble all third party firewalls before retrying. Check with third party firewall software user instru[...]

Chapter 2 2.2.3. Removing the FPC 1000 To remove the FPC 1000 from the PC: 1. Click the Unplug or Eject Hard ware icon on your system tray. 2. From the options presented, select “Stop FLASH-OFDM NIC device”. Click “Stop”. A dialog box appears notifying you that it is safe to eject the card 3. Press the Ejector button at the side of th e PCM[...]

Using FPC 1000 with a Notebook PC 2.2.4. Removing the Antenna from the FPC 1000 When transporting the FPC 1000, it may be helpful rem ove the antenna. WARNING WHEN REMOVING THE AN TENNA FROM THE PC CARD, DO NOT PULL FROM THE TOP OF THE ANTENNA. THIS MAY CA USE THE ANTENNA TO BREAK. To remove the antenna from the FPC 1000: Figure 26: Antenna Aligned[...]

Chapter 2 2.3 Troubleshooting the FPC 1000 When properly installed and used, the Flar ion Wireless Broadband PC Card is very reliable. Problems that arise are likely to be because: • Wireless Broadband coverage is not available. • The FPC 1000 is not compatible with the operating system in your PC. The following operating systems do not work wi[...]

Using FPC 1000 with a Notebook PC Card Problems Possible Causes Suggestions Unsuccessful driver installation. An ft1000clean.exe utility is provided on the distribution CD under the Tools directory to resolve unsuccessful driver installation. The blue light (LED) on the side of the PC card fails to illuminate after driver installation, OR "Dri[...]

Chapter 2 Card Problems Possible Causes Suggestions Windows asks you to restart your computer before the “click to finish” message appears from the installation. You may have inserted the PC card before completing the software installation. Choose “No” or “Cancel” and then restart your computer manually after clicking “Finish” on th[...]

Appendix A Appendix A. Technical Specifications A.1 Environmental Specifications -30 to +60 C Storage Temperature: -30 C to +85 C Humidity: 95% Operating Temperature: A.2 Mechanical Specifications PCMCIA Type II Unextended Card  2004 Flarion Version 1.0 Flarion Propri etary and Confidential Page 39[...]