Superior Modem MD400G User Manual

Mobile Broadband USB Modem  
MD400 HSPA/UMTS/EDGE  
MD400g HSPA/UMTS/EDGE and GPS  
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Sony Ericsson MD400 Mobile Broadband USB Modem  
First edition (October 2008)  
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Regulatory information  
Declaration of conformity  
We, Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB of  
Nya Vattentornet  
S-221 88 Lund, Sweden  
declare under our sole responsibility that our product  
MD400 Sony Ericsson type FAD-3232022-BV  
MD400g Sony Ericsson type FAD-3232023-BV  
and in combination with our accessories, to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the  
appropriate standards: EN 301 511:V9.0.2, EN 301 908-1:V2.2.1, EN 301 908-2:V2.2.1, EN 300  
440-1:V1.7.1 (EC400g only), EN 300 440-2:V1.1.2 (EC400g only), EN 301 489-7:V1.3.1, EN 301  
489-24:V1.3.1, EN 301 489-3:V1.4.1 (EC400g only), EN 61000-6-3:2007, EN 61000-6-1:2007, and  
EN 60 950-1:2006 following the provisions of Radio Equipment and Telecommunication Terminal  
Equipment directive 99/5/EC with requirements covering EMC directive 89/336/EEC, and Low  
Voltage directive 73/23/EEC.  
Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. October 2008  
Place and date of issue  
Najmi Jarwala  
President - US & Canada  
Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications (USA) Inc.  
We fulfil the requirements of the R&TTE Directive (99/5/EC).  
FR Ce produit est conforme à la directive R&TTE (99/5/EC).  
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CS Výrobek splňuje požadavky směrnice R&TTE (99/5/EC).  
DA Vi opfylder kravene i R&TTE-direktivet (99/5/EC).  
DE Die Anforderungen der Richtlinie für Funk- und Fernmeldegeräte (99/5/EG) werden erfüllt.  
EL Πληρούμε τις απαιτήσεις της Οδηγίας R&TTE (99/5/ΕΚ).  
ES Cumplimos los requisitos de la Directiva R&TTE (99/5/EC).  
FI Täytämme radio- ja telepäätelaitedirektiivin (99/5/EY) asettamat vaatimukset.  
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HR Mi ispunjavamo zahtjeve R&TTE Direktive (99/5/EC).  
HU Teljesítjük az R&TTE irányelv (99/5/EC) követelményeit.  
IT Il prodotto soddisfa i requisiti della Direttiva R&TTE (99/5/EC).  
NL We voldoen aan de vereisten die in de R&TTE-richtlijn (99/5/EG) worden gesteld.  
NO Vi oppfyller kravene i R&TTE-direktivet (99/5/EC).  
PL Spełniamy wymagania dyrektywy R&TTE (99/5/WE).  
PT São cumpridos os requisitos da Directiva R&TTE (99/5/EC).  
PB Atendemos aos requisitos da Diretriz R&TTE (99/5/EC).  
RO Îndeplinim cerinţele directivei R&TTE (99/5/EC).  
RU Изделие удовлетворяет требованиям Директивы R&TTE (99/5/EC).  
SK Výrobok spĺňa požiadavky smernice R&TTE (99/5/EC).  
SV Vi uppfyller kraven i R&TTE-direktivet (99/5/EC).  
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UK Цей Виріб відповідає вимогам Директиви R&TTE (99/5/EC).  
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FCC statement  
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MD400 FCC ID: PY7F3232022  
MD400 IC: 4170B-F3232022  
MD400g FCC ID: PY7F3232023  
MD400g IC: 4170B-F3232023  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,  
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection  
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can  
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may  
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that  
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful  
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off  
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following  
measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is  
connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
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WARNING: Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by  
Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB may void the FCC authorization to operate this  
equipment.  
CAUTION: The Sony Ericsson USB device has been tested for compliance with FCC/IC RF  
exposure limits in the laptop computer(s) configurations with a USB port and can be used in laptop  
computers with substantially similar physical dimensions, construction, and electrical and RF  
characteristics.  
Note: If this Sony Ericsson USB device is intended for use in any other portable device, you are  
responsible for separate approval to satisfy the SAR requirements of Part 2.1093 of FCC rules.  
Déclaration FCC  
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ID FCC : PY7F3232021  
IC : 4170B-F3232021  
Cet appareil a été testé et déclaré conforme aux limites d’un appareil numérique de classe B en vertu  
de l’article 15 de la réglementation FCC. Ces limites permettent d’être correctement protégé contre  
les interférences nuisibles dans une installation résidentielle. Le présent appareil émet, utilise et peut  
engendrer des signaux HF (haute fréquence). Si vous ne l’installez pas et ne l’utilisez pas conformément  
aux instructions, il peut provoquer des interférences préjudiciables aux communications radio. Il n’existe  
toutefois aucun dispositif garantissant la non-apparition de ce type d’interférences dans une installation  
déterminée. Si cet appareil provoque des interférences dommageables à la réception radiophonique  
ou télévisée (détectables en mettant l’appareil hors tension, puis à nouveau sous tension), nous  
conseillons à l’utilisateur d’essayer de les éliminer en appliquant une ou plusieurs mesures ci-après :  
réorienter ou déplacer l’antenne de réception ;  
augmenter l’écart séparant l’appareil du récepteur ;  
brancher l’équipement dans une prise située sur un circuit différent de celui utilisé pour  
la connexion du récepteur ;  
consulter le revendeur ou un technicien radio/TV expérimenté.  
AVERTISSEMENT : Les changements ou modifications opérés sur le présent appareil sans  
l’approbation expresse de Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB peuvent frapper de nullité  
l’autorisation FCC relative à l’utilisation de l’appareil précité.  
ATTENTION : Le dispositif USB Sony Ericsson a été testé pour satisfaire aux exigences des limites  
d'exposition aux radiofréquences de la FCC/IC dans la (les) configuration(s) d'ordinateur(s) portables(s)  
munis d'un port USB et peut être utilisé sur des ordinateurs portables dont les dimensions physiques,  
la fabrication et les caractéristiques électriques et de radiofréquences sont significativement  
semblables.  
Remarque : Si vous prévoyez d'utiliser ce dispositif USB Sony Ericsson sur un autre ordinateur  
portable, il vous incombe d'obtenir une approbation distincte pour satisfaire aux exigences SAR  
de l'article 2.1093 de la réglementation FCC.  
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Industry Canada Statement  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.  
RF Exposure Caution Notice  
This Mobile Broadband USB Modem, model MD400/MD400g, is approved for use in normal size  
laptop computers only (typically with 12” or larger display screens). To comply with FCC RF  
exposure requirements, this modem should not be used in configurations that cannot maintain at least  
5 mm (approximately 0.2 inch) on the bottom or 12 mm (approximately 0.5 inch) on the top and sides  
from users and bystanders. For example, in certain laptop and tablet computers and configurations  
where the USB connectors on the host computer are unable to provide or ensure the necessary  
separation between the modem and its users or bystanders to satisfy RF exposure compliance  
requirements. See Figure 1.  
In addition, to maintain RF exposure compliance, the antenna should be rotated completely away  
(approximately 135 degrees) from the stowed position when operating the USB modem. See  
Figure 2.  
Fig 1  
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About this guide  
Congratulations and thank you for purchasing a Sony Ericsson MD400 or MD400g Mobile Broadband  
USB Modem.  
This guide includes an overview of the supported features, detailed technical specifications, system  
requirements, and safety guidelines for both the MD400 and MD400g.  
The MD400 and MD400g provide the same features, with one exception, the MD400g incorporates  
a Global Positional Satellite (GPS) receiver. This manual refers to both modems as MD400. When  
the information is specific to the MD400g, MD400g will be used.  
Note:  
Be sure to read all safety guidelines in this document before using your MD400.  
How this guide is organised  
Chapter 1: Overview on page 1, contains an overview of your MD400 and the features that it  
supports. It also provides a list of the requirements and tools needed to use your new MD400.  
Chapter 2: Additional information on page 15, provides safety guidelines, warranty information, and  
regulations that are relevant to your MD400.  
Chapter 3: Technical specifications on page 20, provides detailed technical specifications for your  
MD400.  
Additional resources  
Sony Ericsson support Website  
Additional resources can be found on the Internet at the Sony Ericsson support Website You can use  
the Sony Ericsson Website to find the most up-to-date product information and support wherever  
you are. It gives you access to online customer services, user manuals, the latest software downloads,  
and other useful information. For more information, go to:  
Publications  
Sony Ericsson provides the following documents to help you use your MD400:  
A printed Quick Start Guide aimed at getting you operational as quickly as possible.  
A PDF MD400 User Guide (this document) that contains a detailed description of your MD400  
and the features that it supports. This document is copied to your hard drive when Wireless  
Manager is installed and can be accessed by selecting Start  
Ericsson Wireless Manager 5 MD400 User Guide  
All Programs  
Sony  
Online Help built into Wireless Manager which describes in detail how to use each feature and  
how to install and uninstall the software. Select Help or press F1 to access online help.  
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A PDF Wireless Manager User Guide which contains the same detailed information as the  
online help in a conventional printable format. This document is available from the support  
website only.  
Note:  
PDF documents are in Adobe® Portable Document Format. If your PC cannot open these  
Note:  
Your mobile operator may provide alternative application software and documentation.  
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Overview  
Checklist  
The following items should be in the box when you unpack it:  
Sony Ericsson MD400 Mobile Broadband USB Modem  
USB extension cable  
Quick Start Guide (QSG)  
Lanyard and cover (if provided)  
MD400/MD400g Communications Summary  
Your MD400 keeps you in touch, enabling you to use the best available mobile service wherever you  
are. It supports tri-band Universal Mobile Telecommunications System (UMTS) and quad-band  
Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM):  
850MHz  
900MHz  
1800MHz  
1900MHZ  
850MHz  
1900MHz  
2100MHz  
GSM  
GPRS  
EDGE  
UMTS  
HSPA  
Your MD400 supports SMS text messaging and the following communications services:  
Service  
Maximum Download Speed  
Maximum Upload Speed  
HSPA  
UMTS  
EDGE  
GPRS  
7.2Mb/s  
384kb/s  
247.4kb/s  
2.0Mb/s  
384kb/s  
123.7kb/s  
53.6kb/s (CS-2)  
85.6kb/s (CS-4)  
26.8kb/s (CS-2)  
42.8kb/s (CS-4)  
Where UMTS service with HSPA is available, your MD400 can connect at speeds up to 7.2Mb/s.  
Your MD400 provides automatic fallback to UMTS where HSPA is not available and to EDGE or  
GPRS service where UMTS is not available (network support required). This section describes the  
services that the MD400 supports:  
High Speed Packet Access (HSPA)  
HSPA is an enhancement to UMTS networks. HSDPA (High Speed Downlink Packet  
Access) enables the downlink speed to be dramatically increased; up to 7.2Mbps using the  
MD400. File downloads will be faster, whilst applications such as video streaming may  
operate at higher quality and greater reliability. The maximum speed available depends on  
the configuration of the mobile network, local conditions such as distance to the base station  
and usage levels. HSUPA (High Speed Uplink Packet Access) enables the MD400 to upload  
data at speeds up to 2.0Mbps.  
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Universal Mobile Telecommunications System (UMTS)  
UMTS is a 3G technology standard for wide-area wireless data communication that is based  
on the GSM standard. The UMTS standard uses advanced network operator mobile Internet  
services to achieve data transfer rates up to 384kbps, which are ideal for media streaming,  
video MMS, instant shopping, and banking.  
Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution (EDGE)  
EDGE enhances GPRS by increasing data throughput over GPRS by as much as three times,  
depending upon the network radio signal strength and quality. GPRS networks that are  
enhanced with EDGE are often referred to as Enhanced GPRS (E-GPRS) networks.  
EDGE provides the “always on” capability of GPRS but at faster speeds. EDGE technology  
is transparent — simply make a GPRS connection as usual and benefit from the increase in  
speed where EDGE is available in a network. When EDGE is available you can expect  
increased speeds of up to 200 kb/s, dependent on network coverage.  
General Packet Radio Service (GPRS)  
GPRS is a type of network connection that provides “always on” mobility. The connection  
set up is fast. After you are connected, applications can send and receive data whenever  
required. In today’s GPRS networks, the MD400 receives data at speeds up to 53.6 kb/s and  
transmits at speeds up to 26.8 kb/s.  
Short Message Service (SMS)  
You can send and receive SMS text messages using the Text Messages window in Wireless  
Manager or other application software.  
Hardware overview  
Your Sony Ericsson MD400 is a USB Mobile Broadband Modem. The MD400 has a retractable  
USB connector that is covered by the antenna when the modem is not in use. The MD400 has an  
expandable combo memory slot which accepts either M2 Memory Stick Micro™ or MicroSD™  
memory cards. The MD400g contains a GPS receiver.  
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Before using your MD400, you must extend the USB connector. To do this, move the antenna to the  
up position, as shown in the following illustration. The USB connector will automatically extend.  
The MD400 uses the 5 volt power supply provided by the USB port. The amount of power that  
your MD400 draws from the laptop battery depends on several factors, including status, frequency  
band, distance to the base station that is used, if a memory card is installed and if GPS is enabled  
(MD400g only).  
The MD400 can be turned off under software control from the Wireless Manager application or the  
signal strength icon in the status tray. You must remove the modem from the laptop when flying to  
prevent any accidental transmission.  
The MD400 has three integrated antennas and a 2-way Diversity receiver for improved downlink  
performance  
USB Interface  
The MD400 is a USB2.0 device. USB products that draw more than 100mA from the port are called  
high power devices; the MD400 is a high power device. At maximum transmission power (GSM850/  
900) it requires peak current of 600mA. Most high power capable USB ports will deliver this current.  
The MD400 operates at USB High Speed, 480Mbps, which is more than sufficient to handle the  
7.6Mbps download speed supported by the product.  
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Status LEDs  
The MD400 and MD400g contain multi-colored LEDs that indicate the status of the device. The  
LEDs are located next to the antenna, as shown below.  
LED  
Color  
Flash rate  
Description  
1 - GPS  
(MD400g only)  
Yellow  
Yellow  
Off  
Fast  
Searching, position not fixed  
Position fixed  
Slow  
GPS off  
2 - Mobile Service  
Red  
Fast  
Searching for a mobile network  
Green  
Medium  
Registered to GPRS or EDGE service, not  
connected  
Green  
Blue  
Slow  
Connected - GPRS or EDGE service  
Medium  
Registered to UMTS or HSPA service, not  
connected  
Blue  
Slow  
Connected - UMTS or HSPA service  
Note:  
On the MD400 both LEDs are Mobile Service LEDs.  
SIM Card  
When you subscribe to a mobile network, you are issued a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card.  
Your SIM card contains your personal subscriber data. To connect to a mobile network you must  
first insert your SIM card, that includes the appropriate network subscription, into your MD400.  
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To insert the SIM card  
1. Remove the bottom cover from the MD400.  
2. Insert the SIM card into the MD400. Make sure the gold contacts on the SIM card are facing  
towards the MD400 and the angled corner (A) of the SIM card is placed toward the MD400 as  
shown.  
3. Replace bottom cover.  
To remove the SIM card  
1. Remove the bottom cover from the MD400.  
2. Remove the SIM from the MD400.  
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3. Replace the bottom cover.  
Attach the Lanyard  
The MD400 comes with a lanyard and cover. To attach the lanyard and cover, complete the  
following steps:  
1. Tread the thin end of the lanyard through the small hole in the cover, as shown in the following  
illustration.  
Once the lanyard is threaded through the cover and attached to the MD400, the cover will easily slide  
over the MD400 for protection or easily slide off for device access.  
2. Remove the bottom cover.  
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3. Loop the thin end of the lanyard around the plastic hook, as shown.  
4. Replace cover as shown.  
MD400 memory card slot  
The MD400 may be used as a memory card adapter. Optional memory cards may be inserted into  
the memory card slot, to access your own files and media.  
Note:  
There is no available built-in memory for use as a flash drive in the MD400. Only the optional  
removable memory card inserted into the combo memory slot is available for use as flash drive  
memory.  
Removable memory card format  
The MD400 has an expandable combo memory card slot which accepts either M2 Memory Stick  
Micro™ or MicroSD™ memory cards..  
To install memory cards  
1. Open the small door over the memory slot.  
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2. Insert the memory card, with the contacts toward the slot, into the slot until it clicks. Install M2  
Memory Stick Micro™ with the contacts in the up position. as shown below. Install MicroSD  
Memory with the contacts in the down position  
Note:  
You may require a small tool to recess the memory card into the MD400 Broadband Modem.  
3. Replace the door over the memory slot.  
To remove memory card  
1. Open the small door over the memory slot.  
2. Push the memory card into the slot until it clicks and release.  
Note:  
You may require a small tool to push the memory card.  
3. Grasp the memory card and remove it from the MD400.  
4. Replace the door over the memory slot.  
To access the memory card  
The memory card can be assessed through Windows Explorer. It appears as a removable storage  
device.  
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Antennas  
The MD400 has two built-in antennas and the MD400g has an additional GPS antenna.  
1. Main - GSM/UMTS/HSPA (transmit and receive)  
2. Diversity - UMTS and HSPA (receive only)  
3. GPS - Global Positional System (MD400g only) (receive only)  
Global Positioning System  
The MD400g Mobile Broadband Modem contains a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver. GPS  
is a satellite-based navigation system made up of a network of 32 satellites orbiting the Earth. GPS  
works anywhere in the world, 24 hours a day.  
To access the GPS features of the MD400g, select View  
GPS in Wireless Manager. If you are  
using other software, for example, supplied by your mobile operator, please consult the  
documentation for that application.  
GPS data is provided over the Sony Ericsson GPS Port. This is a Windows virtual COM Port. When  
you install the MD400g, Windows will assign a number, for example COM23. To link a third-party  
GPS-enabled application to your MD400g's GPS receiver, you may need to access the application  
settings and select the COM port number that Windows has allocated. This is displayed in the GPS  
main screen. To view the COM port information select View  
GPS. This information is also  
available in Device Manager.  
The data that the GPS device provides, is in Nautical Marine Electronics Association (NMEA)  
format. This format is commonly understood by GPS-enabled applications.  
For more information on GPS, refer to your Wireless Manager User Guide.  
Network and subscription requirements  
The network subscription you use in conjunction with your MD400 depends on the functions and  
features that are available from your network operator. Contact your network operator or service  
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provider to make sure the options that you require are available (UMTS/HSPDA, GPRS/EDGE and  
SMS).  
Note:  
Network operators often provide a number of connectivity options such as WAP and  
Internet. These are accessed via different APNs (Access Point Names). Verify the services  
that you require, such as Internet, e-mail or corporate VPN (Virtual Private Network) service  
are available through your mobile operator and enabled on your subscription.  
Connecting your MD400 to your PC  
This section tells you about the different ways you can connect your MD400 to your PC.  
Direct connection  
Extension cable (provided)  
Via a powered hub  
Note:  
Your MD400 must be plugged into a USB port that is capable of supporting high power USB  
devices. The MD400 is a USB 2.0 product, however it should work in the majority of USB 1.1  
ports with possible reduced throughput. Refer to USB 1.1 and 2.0 on page 12 for more  
information.  
Direct connection  
The MD400 can be plugged directly into a USB port as shown below. This configuration offers the  
best portability.  
Note:  
To avoid damage to the MD400 or your laptop’s USB port, remove the MD400 before placing  
your laptop into a carrying case.  
Caution!  
Some laptops have USB port positions that may conflict with operation. Use the included  
extension cable if:  
The USB ports are close together and the modem covers an adjacent port that is needed.  
The modem can not be plugged in directly, e.g., the USB port is recessed and the USB  
connector on the modem can not reach.  
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The USB port is in a position where physical pressure is put on the connector as shown  
below.  
Extension Cable  
The extension cable provided is specially designed to work with your MD400. This is a high quality  
USB cable that is capable of delivering high current to the MD400 when necessary. Using the cable  
to distance your MD400 from your laptop will improve data speed/throughput performance.  
Note:  
Your MD400 may not operate correctly if you use a standard USB cable in place of the  
provided extension cable.  
Powered Hub  
A self powered hub (not provided) may be used in conjunction with the extension cable and your  
MD400. In some cases, especially when used with desktop PCs, it may be necessary to plug the  
MD400 into a USB hub rather than directly into the PC. This is possible, provided that the hub is self  
powered via its own AC adaptor.  
Note:  
It is not advisable to use a bus-powered hub with your MD400. These are hubs that have no  
power supply of their own. Many portable hubs for laptops are of this type.  
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The MD400 is plugged in using the supplied extension cable or directly into a socket on the hub. The  
hub configuration allows extended cable length so you can locate the MD400 for optimal reception.  
Note:  
Some powered hubs may not provide adequate power. Your hub must be capable of  
supporting high power USB devices and must not be overloaded by the connection of too  
many such devices. Other high power devices include USB-powered disk drives, scanners  
and rechargeable music players. If you are experiencing problems, unplug these other devices  
to test if your hub is overloaded.  
USB 1.1 and 2.0  
Your MD400 is a USB 2.0 product, however it should work in the majority of USB 1.1 ports, but  
data throughput may be compromised.  
Note:  
Sony Ericsson does not guarantee operation in a USB1.1 port  
As a guide, USB 1.1 ports are likely to be found in these cases:  
All PCs manufactured before 2002  
All PCs originally sold with Windows 2000 installed  
Current PCs where the USB port is provided only for use with keyboard and mouse.  
USB 2.0 ports can be identified in the Device Manager. Select Start  
Control Panel  
System,  
Hardware Tab, Device Manager.  
The presence of an Enhanced Host Controller indicates USB 2.0 support:  
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Software overview  
Sony Ericsson Wireless Manager  
Sony Ericsson provides Wireless Manager, an application that provides the ability to configure and  
manage your wireless connections on your PC. For more information about software requirements,  
refer to the Wireless Manager User Guide.  
You can use Wireless Manager to:  
Connect to the Internet or your corporate network  
Display mobile network status information  
Create or modify connection settings  
Manage your MD400 settings and preferences  
Send and receive SMS messages  
Manage phonebooks saved to your SIM card and hard drive  
Enable GPS functionality (MD400g only)  
Access Internet mapping services (MD400g only)  
launch2net - Sony Ericsson Edition  
To use your Mobile Broadband USB Modem with your Mac OS X system, you will need  
“launch2net - Sony Ericsson Edition”. This application enables you to set up and use HSPA, UMTS,  
EDGE, and GPRS connections, subject to network coverage and availability.  
You can find the application in one or more of these locations:  
In the OS X folder of the CD-ROM (if provided)  
information and updates)  
Third-party applications  
Your network operator or your network administrator may provide an application that works with  
your MD400. Please refer to the instructions supplied with that application. Functions and features  
available may be different compared with the Sony Ericsson Wireless Manager application.  
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Virtual Private Network (VPN)  
Your MD400 is tested for compatibility with popular VPN solutions used by corporations to enable  
remote workers to access the corporate network.  
Note:  
Sony Ericsson does not provide any VPN software with your MD400.  
System requirements  
This section lists the hardware and software requirements for using your MD400.  
General  
You will need the following hardware:  
Available USB port capable of supporting high power USB devices  
MD400  
SIM card  
Windows (Wireless Manager)  
Wireless Manager works with the following versions of the Windows operating system:  
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Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 (SP4)  
Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2); 32-bit (x86) and 64-bit (x64) processors  
Windows Vista™; 32-bit (x86) and 64-bit (x64) processors  
Your PC must meet or exceed the minimum system requirements for the installed version of the  
Windows operating system and have the following:  
110MB of available disk space  
Note:  
Sony Ericsson periodically releases new versions of Wireless Manager with new features and  
bugfixes. The exact support for the Windows Operating System may change over time. The  
readme.txt file included in the download, always identifies which versions and service packs  
of the Windows operating system are supported. For more information and downloads, please  
Apple Macintosh  
Please refer to the instructions suppled with launch2net or other application software.  
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Guidelines for safe and efficient use  
Please read this information before using your MD400.  
Recommendations  
Always treat your product with care and keep it in a clean and dust-free place.  
Do not expose your product to liquid, moisture or humidity.  
Do not expose your product to extreme high or low temperatures.  
Do not expose your product to open flames or lit tobacco products.  
Do not drop, throw or try to bend your product.  
Do not paint your product.  
Do not use your product near medical equipment without requesting permission from your  
treating physician or authorised medical staff.  
Do not use your product when in, or around aircraft, or areas showing the sign “turn off two-  
way radio”.  
Do not use your product in an area where a potentially explosive atmosphere exists.  
Do not place your product or install wireless equipment in the area above your car’s air bag.  
Do not attempt to disassemble your product. Only Sony Ericsson authorised personnel should  
perform service.  
Do not use your laptop while driving.  
Efficient use  
Do not cover the MD400 when in use, as this affects call quality.  
Personal medical devices  
Mobile Broadband Modems may affect the operation of cardiac pacemakers and other implanted  
equipment. If a minimum distance of 15 cm (6 inches) is kept between the MD400 and the  
pacemaker, the risk of interference is limited. If you have any reason to suspect that interference is  
taking place, immediately turn off your MD400. Contact your cardiologist for more information.  
For other medical devices, please consult your physician and the manufacturer of the device.  
Children  
DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO PLAY WITH YOUR MD400. THEY COULD HURT  
THEMSELVES OR OTHERS, OR COULD ACCIDENTALLY DAMAGE THE MOBILE  
BROADBAND MODEM. YOUR MOBILE BROADBAND MODEM. MAY CONTAIN SMALL  
PARTS THAT COULD BE DETACHED AND CREATE A CHOKING HAZARD.  
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Disposal of old electrical & electronic equipment  
This symbol indicates that all electrical and electronic equipment included shall not be treated as  
household waste. Instead it shall be left at the appropriate collection point for the recycling of  
electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will  
help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could  
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will  
help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product,  
please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you  
purchased your MD400.  
Emergency calls  
MobileBroadbandModems manufactured by Sony Ericsson do not support voice calls and should not  
be relied upon for essential communications.  
Inserting and removing the SIM card – precautions against electrostatic discharge (ESD)  
Do not touch the SIM card connectors. As a precaution, always make sure that the MD400 is already  
in your hand before you insert or remove the SIM card.  
Power Considerations  
In almost all cases, the MD400 works correctly when connected to one USB port, either directly or  
using the supplied extension cable. If you experience the problems listed below, your PC or USB hub  
may be failing to provide sufficient power to the MD400.  
The MD400 fails to start  
The MD400 is shown as Disabled in Device Manager  
Windows presents a message to say that the device is not operating  
The MD400 malfunctions when a connection is made  
Data transfers frequently stall  
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Generic SEMC Limited warranty  
Limited Warranty  
Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB, Nya Vattentornet, SE-221 88 Lund, Sweden,  
(Sony Ericsson) or its local affiliated company, provides this Limited Warranty for your mobile  
phone, original accessory delivered with your mobile phone, and/or your mobile computing product  
(hereinafter referred to as "Product").  
Should your Product need warranty service, please return it to the dealer from whom it was  
purchased, or contact your local Sony Ericsson Call Center (national rates may apply) or visit  
to review the Sony Ericsson warranty applicable to the country or region where you purchased your  
product, which may differ from the default generic warranty included with your user materials.  
OUR WARRANTY  
Subject to the conditions of this Limited Warranty, Sony Ericsson warrants this Product to be free  
from defects in design, material and workmanship at the time of its original purchase by a consumer.  
This Limited Warranty will last for a period of one (1) year as from the original date of purchase of  
the Product.  
WHAT WE WILL DO  
If, during the warranty period, this Product fails to operate under normal use and service, due to  
defects in design, materials or workmanship, Sony Ericsson authorized distributors or service  
partners, in the country* where you purchased the Product, will, at their option, either repair or  
replace the Product in accordance with the terms and conditions stipulated herein.  
Sony Ericsson and its service partners reserve the right to charge a handling fee if a returned Product  
is found not to be under warranty according to the conditions below.  
Please note that some of your personal settings, downloads and other information may be lost when  
your Sony Ericsson Product is repaired or replaced. At present Sony Ericsson may be prevented by  
applicable law, other regulation or technical restrictions from making a backup copy of certain  
downloads. Sony Ericsson does not take any responsibility for any lost information of any kind and  
will not reimburse you for any such loss. You should always make backup copies of all the  
information stored on your Sony Ericsson Product such as downloads, calendar and contacts before  
handing in your Sony Ericsson Product for repair or replacement.  
CONDITIONS  
1. This Limited Warranty is valid only if the original proof of purchase for this Product issued by a  
Sony Ericsson authorized dealer specifying the date of purchase and serial number**, is  
presented with the Product to be repaired or replaced. Sony Ericsson reserves the right to refuse  
warranty service if this information has been removed or changed after the original purchase of  
the Product from the dealer.  
2. If Sony Ericsson repairs or replaces the Product, the repair for the defect concerned, or the  
replaced Product shall be warranted for the remaining time of the original warranty period or for  
ninety (90) days from the date of repair, whichever is longer. Repair or replacement may involve  
the use of functionally equivalent reconditioned units. Replaced parts or components will  
become the property of Sony Ericsson.  
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3. This warranty does not cover any failure of the Product due to normal tear and wear, or due to  
misuse, including but not limited to use in other than the normal and customary manner, in  
accordance with the Sony Ericsson instructions for use and maintenance of the Product. Nor  
does this warranty cover any failure of the Product due to accident, software or hardware  
modification or adjustment, acts of God or damage resulting from liquid.  
A rechargeable battery can be charged and discharged more than a hundred times. However, it  
will eventually wear out - this is not a defect and corresponds to normal wear and tear. When the  
talk-time or standby time is noticeably shorter, it is time to replace your battery. Sony Ericsson  
recommends that you use only batteries and chargers approved by Sony Ericsson.  
Minor variations in display brightness and colour may occur between the phones. There may be  
tiny bright or dark dots on the display. These are called defective pixels and occur when  
individual dots have malfunctioned and can not be adjusted. Two defective pixels are deemed  
acceptable.  
Minor variations in camera image appearance may occur between phones. This is nothing  
uncommon and is not regarded as a defective camera module.  
4. Since the cellular system on which the Product is to operate is provided by a carrier independent  
from Sony Ericsson, Sony Ericsson will not be responsible for the operation, availability,  
coverage, services or range of that system.  
5. This warranty does not cover Product failures caused by installations, modifications, or repair or  
opening of the Product performed by a non-Sony Ericsson authorised person.  
6. The warranty does not cover Product failures which have been caused by use of accessories or  
other peripheral devices which are not Sony Ericsson branded original accessories intended for  
use with the Product.  
7. Tampering with any of the seals on the Product will void the warranty.  
8. THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES, WHETHER WRITTEN OR ORAL, OTHER  
THAN THIS PRINTED LIMITED WARRANTY. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES,  
INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF  
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO  
THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT SHALL Sony Ericsson  
OR ITS LICENSORS BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES  
OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOST PROFITS  
OR COMMERCIAL LOSS; TO THE FULL EXTENT THOSE DAMAGES CAN BE  
DISCLAIMED BY LAW.  
Some countries/states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential  
damages, or limitation of the duration of implied warranties, so the preceding limitations or  
exclusions may not apply to you.  
The warranty provided does not affect the consumer's statutory rights under applicable legislation in  
force, nor the consumer's rights against the dealer arising from their sales / purchase contract.  
*GEOGRAPHICAL SCOPE OF THE WARRANTY  
If you have purchased your Product in a country member of the European Economic Area (EEA) or  
in Switzerland or the Republic of Turkey, and such Product was intended for sale in the EEA or in  
Switzerland or in Turkey, you can have your Product serviced in any EEA country or in Switzerland  
or in Turkey, under the warranty conditions prevailing in the country in which you require servicing,  
provided that an identical Product is sold in such country by an authorised Sony Ericsson distributor.  
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Center. Please observe that certain services may not be possible elsewhere than in the country of  
original purchase, for example due to the fact that your Product may have an interior or exterior  
which is different from equivalent models sold in other countries. Please note in addition that it may  
sometimes not be possible to repair SIM-locked Products.  
** In some countries/regions additional information (such as a valid warranty card) may be  
requested.  
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Technical specifications  
General  
Product name  
System  
MD400  
GSM 850  
E-GSM 900  
GSM 1800  
GSM 1900  
UMTS 850 (band V)  
UMTS 1900 (band II)  
UMTS 2100 (band I)  
USB Device Type  
USB 2.0, High Speed USB Device  
Services supported  
GSM: GPRS/EDGE, SMS, USSD  
UMTS: Packet-Switched, HSDPA, HSUPA, Circuit-Switched, SMS, USSD  
Speech services are not supported  
GPS Positioning (MD400g only)  
SIM Card  
Small plug-in card, 3V and 1.8V type  
Regular (non-GPRS-aware) and GPRS-aware SIMs supported  
USIM  
MD400 Type Number  
MD400g Type Number  
MD400 FCC ID  
MD400g FCC ID  
MD400 IC  
FAD-3232022-BV  
FAD-3232023-BV  
PY7F3232022  
PY7F3232023  
4170B-F3232022  
MD400g IC  
4170B-F3232023  
Industry Canada  
Statement  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.  
Exterior description  
Size  
Length: 70mm  
Width: 28mm  
Height: 15mm  
Weight  
Battery  
Antenna  
MD400 and MD400g: 33.5 grams, excluding SIM card  
Powered via the USB port.  
GSM/UMTS antenna (Main)  
GPS antenna (MD400g only)  
Diversity (HSPA)  
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Ambient temperatures  
Operating  
Storage  
-10 to 55 degrees C  
-20 to 65 degrees C  
Environmental Compliance  
Directives  
WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive)  
RoHS (Restriction of use of certain Hazardous Substances)  
Application support  
Windows  
Sony Ericsson Wireless Manager  
Third-party software that might be provided by your mobile operator  
Apple Macintosh  
launch2net - Sony Ericsson Edition  
Third-party software that might be provided by your mobile operator  
Electrical characteristics  
Nominal operating voltage  
5V  
Average Idle Power (GPRS attached)  
<500mW  
<4.0W  
Data Transfer Power  
(Worst case with GPS enabled)  
Note:  
All power consumptions are at nominal voltage.  
GSM performance and technical characteristics  
Dimension  
GSM 850  
Modulation  
Power classes  
GMSK/8-PSK  
Class 4 (2W) for GSM/GPRS and EGPRS/MCS 1-4 (GMSK);  
Class E2 (0.5W) for EGPRS/MCS 5-9 (8-PSK)  
GSM 900  
E-GSM 900  
GMSK/8-PSK  
GMSK/8-PSK  
Class 4 (2W) for GSM/GPRS and EGPRS/MCS 1-4 (GMSK);  
Class E2 (0.5W) for EGPRS/MCS 5-9 (8-PSK)  
GSM 1800  
GSM 1900  
Class 1 (1W) for GSM/GPRS and EGPRS/MCS  
1-4 (GMSK);  
Class E2 (0.4W) for EGPRS/MCS 5-9 (8-PSK)  
GMSK/8-PSK  
Class 1 (1W) for GSM/GPRS and EGPRS/MCS  
1-4 (GMSK);  
Class E2 (0.4W) for EGPRS/MCS 5-9 (8-PSK)  
Technical specifications  
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GSM features supported  
ME SIM Lock  
Network  
Network Subset  
Service Provider  
Corporate  
Online services (SIM-AT)  
Supported (R99)  
Supported  
USIM Application Toolkit  
USSD  
Phase 2+  
Support is provided via AT commands; No MMI is provided  
GPRS technical data  
Data Rates  
Multislot class 10 supported (see table below).  
Coding schemes: CS-1, CS-2, CS-3 and CS-4  
Mode of Operation  
IP Connectivity  
Class B (attaches to both GSM and GPRS at the same time).  
PDP type IP is supported  
IPv4  
SMS over GPRS  
Compression  
Mobile Originated and Mobile Terminated  
TCP/IP Header Compression (RFC1144 and RFC 2507)  
V42bis  
GPRS Encryption  
GPRS IP allocation  
GEA1 and GEA2  
Dynamic  
Static  
GPRS maximum data rates  
CS-1  
CS-2  
CS-3  
CS-4  
9.05 kb/s  
13.4 kb/s  
15.6 kb/s  
21.4 kb/s  
4 + 1  
3 + 2  
RX  
TX  
RX  
TX  
36.2  
9.05  
53.6  
13.4  
40.2  
26.8  
62.4  
15.6  
46.8  
31.2  
85.6  
21.4  
64.2  
42.8  
27.15  
18.1  
Speed achieved depends on the Coding Scheme supported by the GSM network. The speeds given  
are maxima. Sony Ericsson cannot guarantee the speed at which your network will operate.  
Data rate is the payload per slot: header plus data.  
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EDGE technical data  
Device class  
EDGE Class 10  
MCS-1 to MCS-9  
Modulation Coding Schemes  
EDGE features  
Link Adaptation  
Incremental Redundancy  
Extended Uplink Temporary Block Flow (TBF)  
Network Assisted Cell Change (NACC)  
EDGE maximum data rates  
4 + 1  
3 + 2  
Rx  
Coding scheme  
MCS-1  
Data rate per slot  
10.60  
Rx  
42.40  
Tx  
10.60  
13.00  
16.60  
19.40  
24.05  
31.25  
47.45  
57.05  
61.85  
Tx  
21.20  
26.00  
33.20  
38.80  
48.10  
62.50  
94.90  
114.10  
123.70  
31.80  
39.00  
49.80  
58.20  
72.15  
93.75  
142.35  
171.15  
185.55  
MCS-2  
13.00  
52.00  
MCS-3  
16.60  
66.40  
MCS-4  
19.40  
77.60  
MCS-5  
24.05  
96.20  
MCS-6  
31.25  
125.00  
189.80  
228.20  
247.40  
MCS-7  
47.45  
MCS-8  
57.05  
MCS-9  
61.85  
Speed achieved depends on the Coding scheme supported by the GSM Network. The speeds given  
are maxima, Sony Ericsson cannot guarantee the speed at which your network will operate.  
Data rate is the payload per slot: header plus data.  
UMTS technical data  
Power class  
Class 3 (0.25W, 24dBm)  
384kb/s  
Maximum Downlink speed  
Maximum Uplink speed  
UMTS features  
384kb/s  
Inter-Mode Handover (UMTS/EDGE/GPRS)  
Inter-Mode Re-selection (UMTS/EDGE/GPRS)  
Quality Of Service  
Modes  
UMTS classes supported via AT Command  
PDP type IP is supported  
IPv4  
IP Allocation  
Static, Dynamic  
R4 Enhancements  
Extended TBF Uplink  
Network Assisted Cell Change (NACC)  
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HSPA technical data  
Maximum Downlink speed  
HSPA Categories  
7.2Mb/s  
1-8, 11, 12  
HSUPA technical data  
Maximum Uplink speed  
HSUPA Categories  
2.0Mb/s  
4 (10ms) and 5  
SMS Technical Data  
Concatenated SMS  
SMS Cell Broadcast  
SMS interface  
Supported in Wireless Manager or via third party software  
Supported via AT Commands.  
Wireless Manager.  
AT Command.  
Firmware upgrade  
MD400 firmware upgrade  
Via secure Internet download using the Sony Ericsson Update Service,  
Software upgrade  
Wireless Manager Upgrade  
Internet download  
GPS specifications.  
Specification  
Description  
Interface  
USB virtual COM port  
Protocol  
NMEA 0183 v2.0  
Port access  
Channels  
Simultaneous port open for multiple GPS applications.  
8 hardware channels Up to 20 satellite tracking via software channels  
Built-in GPS antenna.  
Antennas  
Receiver modes  
Standalone  
Assisted Start  
Performance  
Standalone  
Cold start TTFF < 60 seconds @ -130dBm  
Hot start TTFF < 10s @ -130dBm  
Assisted Start  
Cold start TTFF < 10s @ -130dBm  
Hot start TTFF < 10s @ -130dBm  
Cold start TTFF < 60s @ -150dBm  
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Flash Memory Card.  
Specification  
Description  
Type  
M2 Memory Stick Micro™  
MicroSD™  
Max size  
32 GB  
Technical specifications  
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