Sony Network Router GC79 User Manual

GC79  
Sony Ericsson GPRS / Wireless LAN PC Card GC79  
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Sony Ericsson GPRS / Wireless LAN PC Card GC79  
First edition (August 2003)  
This manual is published by Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB, without any  
warranty. Improvements and changes to this manual necessitated by typographical errors,  
inaccuracies of current information, or improvements to programs and/or equipment, may be  
made by Sony Ericsson at any time and without notice. Such changes will, however, be  
incorporated into new editions of this manual.  
This manual is copyrighted work of Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB, Sweden.  
The programs referred to herein are copyrighted and trademarked works of Sony Ericsson  
Mobile Communications AB, Sweden. Reproduction in whole or in part, including utilization  
in machines capable of reproduction or retrieval, without the express written permission of  
the copyright holders is prohibited. Reverse engineering is also prohibited.  
All other product or service names mentioned in this manual are trademarks of their  
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All rights reserved.  
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Publication number: EN/734-1853-100903 R1A  
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Introduction  
Congratulations and thank you for buying the Sony Ericsson GPRS / Wireless LAN PC Card GC79.  
The GC79 is a combined wireless LAN (WLAN) adapter and triple band GSM product that  
enables you to communicate wirelessly from your laptop on all five continents, in over one hundred  
and sixty countries. As the GC79 provides wireless communications you no longer need to carry  
cables, telephone jack converters, chargers and batteries. The GC79 is very simple to install and use;  
the software provided allows you to select the best data service available so that the GC79 is always  
available for data transfer.  
The GC79 enables your laptop PC to:  
Connect to your corporate network  
Browse the Internet  
Send and receive e-mails  
Receive information services in real time  
Access files, databases and discussion groups  
Send and receive SMS text messages  
Edit SIM card entries  
Note:  
Before using your GC79 you MUST read Important Information on page 60.  
The GC79 wireless LAN facilities can be used wherever there are connection “hotspots”. Wireless  
LAN hotspots are becoming increasingly common in both public places, such as hotels and airports  
(allowing Internet connection), and within offices (providing connections to corporate networks).  
The GC79 GSM/GPRS facilities provide almost worldwide portable modem access to the Internet  
or to corporate networks.  
Hardware Overview  
The GC79 is a standard 32 bit type II PC card with a 15mm extension which contains the GSM  
and WLAN antennas.  
The amount of power drawn from the laptop battery is dependant upon a number of factors including  
status, frequency band, distance to GSM base station and number of timeslots used. See Technical  
Specifications on page 63 for a general guide to power consumption.  
SIM Card  
When you subscribe to a mobile network operator, you are issued with a SIM card (Subscriber  
Identity Module card). The SIM contains your personal subscriber data. You need a SIM to use  
your GC79.  
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Software Overview  
GC79 Manager  
You can use the GC79 Manager to:  
View GSM/GPRS and wireless LAN status information  
Create or modify connection settings  
Connect to the Internet or a corporate network  
Manage GC79 settings  
Manage SIM card and PC phone books  
Send and receive SMS messages  
Using the GC79 with your Applications  
Data Programs  
You can use the GC79 as a connector to a wireless LAN access point or to provide Intranet/Internet  
connectivity for a wide range of applications.  
The GC79 can also be programmed at command level by application developers; for more details  
see the AT Commands Manual.  
Fax Programs  
You can use the GC79 as a fax provided you have the correct software, e.g. Microsoft Fax  
(supplied with Windows 2000 and XP).  
Documentation  
The GC79’s documentation is designed to enhance your understanding of its capabilities.  
The following guides are provided:  
A printed Quick Start Guide aimed at getting you operational as quickly as possible.  
An online User’s Guide (this document) containing a comprehensive description of the GC79  
functionality. You can read the guide on the computer screen or print it on to either European A4  
or American Letter sized paper.  
An online AT Commands Manual, aimed at application developers, containing a full list of all  
the modem commands that can be used with GC79. The manual can be read online or printed  
in the same way as the User’s Guide.  
The User’s Guide and the AT Commands Manual are located on the GC79 CD-ROM as Adobe  
Acrobat PDF files. The GC79 CD-ROM also contains Adobe Acrobat Reader® which you can  
install if necessary.  
Illustrations  
The illustrations in this manual were obtained using the GC79 on a Microsoft Windows® 2000  
operating system. The dialogs that appear on your PC may differ depending on the version of  
Windows in use.  
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Getting Started  
Checklist  
Make sure the following items are in the box when you unpack it:  
Protective case for storing the GC79  
GC79 PC Card  
Quick Start Guide  
CD-ROM  
The CD contains: drivers, software, documentation and a readme file.  
System Requirements  
This section lists the network subscriptions, hardware and software requirements for running  
the GC79 PC Card.  
Wireless LAN Connection  
In order to use your GC79 as a wireless LAN adapter for a corporate network, you must have the  
appropriate access and log-on rights. Contact your corporate IT support function to arrange access.  
For access to the Internet, you will require the appropriate subscription or one-off usage login from  
your service provider.  
GSM Network and Subscription  
The GSM network services you use in conjunction with your GC79 depends on the subscriptions  
your network operator can provide. Contact your network operator or service provider to make sure  
the options you require are available. Make sure that data options are included in your subscription,  
as these are usually optional services.  
Note:  
Mobile operators often provide a number of connectivity options via GPRS such as WAP and  
Internet, so check that the Internet or VPN service you require is enabled for your subscription.  
The functionality of the different subscriptions available from networks operators are discussed  
below:  
Circuit Switched Data (CSD)  
CSD is the original GSM network data transfer method, used in the past for WAP. Almost all  
GSM networks have this capability at 9.6 kbps. It is possible for the network to upgrade the speed  
to 14.4 kbps. The GC79 operates at this higher speed where available.  
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High Speed Circuit Switched Data (HSCSD)  
HSCSD is an enchanced GSM network capability offered by some network operators. It enables  
circuit switched data connections to run at a higher data speed, using more than one wireless  
‘timeslot’ for the data transmission. This is ideal for providing a faster connection to existing  
corporate or ISP dial-up facilities. The preferred connection speed is selected when you define  
the connection using the Connection Wizard.  
General Packet Radio Service (GPRS)  
GPRS is a new network connection which provides “always on” mobility. The connection set up  
is fast and, once connected, applications may send and receive data whenever required. In today’s  
GPRS networks, the GC79 receives data at speeds up to 53.6 kbps and transmits at speeds up  
to 26.8 kbps.  
Short Message Service (SMS)  
The PC can send and receive SMS text messages using the SMS Messages screen in the GC79  
Manager, see GC79 Manager SMS Messages Screen on page 48, for more details.  
Hardware  
You will need:  
A PC that has the minimum specification recommended by Microsoft to run the version of  
Windows® installed on it.  
A 32 bit type II PC Card slot.  
Sony Ericsson GPRS / Wireless LAN PC Card GC79.  
A SIM card.  
Software  
You will need:  
Windows® 98SE, Me, 2000 (SP2) or XP.  
Sony Ericsson GC79 Manager CD-ROM (or files downloaded from the Sony Ericsson support  
Services Available Over the Internet  
The Sony Ericsson web site contains support to facilitate easy communications and rapid  
information retrieval, wherever you are. It gives you access to online customer services,  
online user manuals, software downloads, and useful information. The address is:  
Sony Ericsson’s M2M home page address is:  
General information on wireless LAN can be obtained from:  
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Installation  
The GC79 Manager CD-ROM contains the software required to operate your GC79. The software is  
simple to set up and operate.  
The CD-ROM contains the following software:  
GC79 Manager  
User Documentation  
On-line Help  
ReadMe text file containing the latest information about the GC79  
Before you Begin  
Before you begin, you will need to ensure that you have access rights to your corporate network for  
wireless LAN connections.  
You will also need to make sure that the GSM services you require are included on your SIM card  
subscription. For an explanation of the services that are available see GSM Network and Subscription  
on page 8. Contact the organisation that supplied you with your SIM card and request that the  
specific services (GPRS, HSCSD, CSD or SMS) you require are added to your subscription.  
GC79 Hardware Set Up  
1. Remove your GC79 card from its protective cover.  
2. Place the SIM card into the slot on the back of the GC79.  
Note:  
The cut corner of the SIM card must be placed into the SIM slot as demonstrated below,  
the SIM contacts should face downwards.  
If you want to use your other PC card slot remove the GC79 whilst you insert the other card.  
See Safe Removal of the GC79 on page 20 for more details.  
When the GC79 isn't in use it is recommended that you store it in the protective carrier provided.  
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Installing the Software  
1. Insert the GC79 Manager CD-ROM in your CD drive. After a few seconds a Sony Ericsson  
splash screen is displayed.  
Note:  
If the CD-ROM does not autorun, select Start  
dialog. (Where D is your CD drive.)  
Run and type D:\Setup.exe into the Run  
2. The Choose Language dialog opens. Click on the drop down list and select the installation  
language for your GC79 software. Click OK.  
3. The InstallShield Wizard for Sony Ericsson GC79 Manager opens; follow the instructions on  
screen. When installation is complete click Finish.  
4. Insert the GC79 PC Card. Make sure the GC79 is fully inserted.  
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5. After a few seconds, the New Hardware Wizard opens and installs the necessary drivers onto  
your PC from the GC79 CD. The wizard may require you to locate a specific driver file. If this  
happens a dialog opens, click Browse and select:  
Component  
GC79 CD-ROM Location  
GPRS Drivers on a  
Windows 98SE machine  
D:\Driver\Driver98  
GPRS Drivers on a  
D:\Driver\DriverME  
D:\Driver\Driver2k  
D:\wlan  
Windows ME machine  
GPRS Drivers on a  
Windows 2000/XP machine  
Wireless LAN Driver (bcmwl5.inf) on a  
Windows 2000/XP/ME machine  
Wireless LAN Driver (bcmwl5a.inf) on  
a Windows 98SE machine  
D:\wlan  
In the above table D is referred to as your CD drive.  
6. Select the driver file requested by the Wizard and click Open. The Hardware Wizard finishes  
the installation.  
Note:  
This procedure must be repeated if, in the future, the card is inserted into a different PC Card  
slot in your PC.  
7. Select Programs  
Sony Ericsson  
GC79 Manager to start using your GC79. The GC79  
and GC79 Manager are ready for use.  
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Start Using GC79 Manager  
1. To start GC79 Manager select Start  
Programs  
Sony Ericsson  
GC79 Manager  
or select your desktop shortcut  
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2. If requested, enter your SIM Card/Phone Lock PIN and click OK. It is only necessary to enter  
the PIN number once during a PC session.  
You are allowed three attempts to enter the correct PIN code. If you fail to enter the SIM PIN  
correctly, the SIM is blocked; and if you fail to enter the Phone Lock PIN correctly, your GC79  
is locked. Contact your GSM network operator for details of how to unlock it.  
To set the SIM Card PIN and Phone Lock PIN, see Locks on page 38.  
3. The Radio dialog opens, select the required state for your GC79 GSM/GPRS radio transmission.  
4. The GC79 Manager opens, displaying the Status screen. Connectivity details are displayed  
on this screen. GC79 Manager Status Screen on page 35, for more details.  
5. The GC79 Manager icons are displayed in the system tray of your PC.  
GC79 Manager Icons  
The GC79 Manager icons, displayed in your desktop system tray, allow you to view the current  
status of the GC79. Simply place your mouse cursor over an icon to display text.  
Some of these icons have menus associated with them. See Icon Menus on page 14 for details.  
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GSM/GPRS Icons  
GSM/GPRS radio is disabled.  
The GSM/GPRS radio transmitter is enabled, but there is no GSM  
or GPRS service available.  
GC79 Manager is waiting for the GC79 card to be inserted.  
The GC79 has GSM service and indicates a signal strength of 3 out of  
5 bars. CSD, HSCSD, SMS and fax may be used, provided these are  
supported by the subscription. GPRS is not available.  
The GC79 has GSM and GPRS service. GPRS, CSD, HSCSD, SMS  
and fax may be used, provided these are supported by the subscription.  
Wireless LAN Icons  
Wireless LAN radio is disabled.  
The wireless LAN radio transmitter is enabled, but there is no network  
available.  
The GC79 has made a wireless LAN network connection. The degree  
to which this icon is green indicates the signal strength.  
Windows Icons  
In addition, the following standard Windows® operating system icons also appear in the system  
tray when the GC79 is inserted in your PC and in use.  
Active Windows dial-up or wireless connection. Hover your mouse  
over the icon or double click it to display information about the network  
connection (e.g. number of bytes sent/received). Up to two of these icons  
may be displayed; representing either Dial-up or GSM/GPRS, and  
wireless LAN connections.  
Disconnected Windows dial-up or wireless connection. Up to two of these  
icons may be displayed; representing GSM/GPRS and wireless LAN  
connections.  
These icons allow you to edit your Windows Network dial-up connections.  
details.  
PC Card icon. This indicates that a PC card is present. It allows you to  
see certain properties and also to stop / remove the card. See Safe  
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Icon Menus  
GC79 GSM/GPRS menu  
Right click one of the following icons to see the GC79 GSM/GPRS menu options.  
The GC79 GSM/GPRS menu is displayed.  
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or  
or  
Note:  
Some of the these menu options are disabled, depending on the current state of the GC79.  
The GC79 GSM/GPRS menu options are described below.  
Open GC79 Manager  
Select Open GC79 Manager or double click on the GC79 Manager icon to open the GC79  
Manager.  
Radio Status (Turn GSM/GRPS Radio On/Off)  
This menu option is dynamic. It monitors the current state of the GC79 GSM/GPRS radio transmitter  
and gives you the option to switch to the opposite state, for example, if your GC79 GSM/GPRS radio  
transmitter is on the menu option reads Turn GSM/GPRS Radio Off.  
You can also set the status of the GSM/GPRS radio transmitter by selecting Turn GSM/GPRS  
Radio On/Off in the GC79 Manager File menu.  
Connect/Disconnect  
If you are currently disconnected the menu gives you the option to connect to the most recently used  
GC79 GSM/GPRS connection. If you are connected the menu gives you the option to disconnect.  
Help  
Opens the GC79 Manager Online Help. You can also launch the Online Help from the GC79  
Manager Help Menu. Pressing F1 in any of the GC79 Manager dialogs opens the relevant  
help screen.  
About  
Displays a dialog that contains GC79 Manager software information.  
Hide to Tray  
Select the Hide to Tray option to visually close GC79 Manager leaving only the icons visible in  
the system tray. Use the Open GC79 Manager option to view the software again.  
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Exit  
Closes the GC79 Manager application, the GC79 Manager Icon will remain in the system tray if  
you have set it to run in the background. See GC79 Manager GSM/GPRS Preferences on page 16  
for more details.  
GC79 Wireless Control menu  
Right click on one of the following icons to see the GC79 Wireless Control menu options.  
The GC79 Wireless Control menu is displayed.  
or  
or  
The GC79 Wireless Control menu options are described below.  
Help  
This menu option provides information about the GC79 Wireless Control Utility.  
Country (Where provided)  
This menu option allows you to select the operating characteristics that comply with the regulations  
that apply in a particular country. Before connecting to a wireless network, you should verify that  
the Country value is correct. If you travel to different countries, you must remember to change the  
Country as appropriate.  
If the destination country is not listed, set the value to Worldwide.  
Open Utility  
Opens the Wireless Configuration Utility.  
Radio Status (Enable / Disable Radio)  
This menu option is dynamic. It monitors the current state of the GC79 wireless LAN radio  
transmitter and gives you the option to switch to the opposite state, for example, if your GC79 Radio  
transmitter is on the menu option reads Disable Radio.  
You can also set the status of the wireless LAN radio transmitter by selecting Turn Radio On/Off  
in the GC79 Manager File menu.  
Hide  
This menu option allows you to hide the  
icon from view on the system tray.  
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Making Windows Network Connections Visible  
The Windows connection icons, displayed in the system tray, normally disappear once a connection  
is made. This means that you may not necessarily see a  
icons for your GSM/GPRS and wireless LAN connections.  
icon corresponding to each of the  
To make a  
icon visible, follow the steps described below.  
1. Right click the appropriate  
icon and select Open Network and Dial-up Connections.  
Settings Network and Dial-up Connections.  
Alternatively select Start  
2. A dialog opens displaying all the network connections available on your PC. Right click the one  
you want to edit.  
3. Click the Show icon in notification area when connected box. Click OK to close the dialog.  
When you have an active connection use your mouse to hover over the icon to view connectivity  
details.  
GC79 Manager GSM/GPRS Preferences  
You can change the general GSM/GPRS behaviour of the GC79 Manager by selecting specific  
options in the Preferences... dialog.  
1. Select Preferences... in the File menu. The Preferences dialog opens, the Radio Power  
tab is displayed.  
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Radio Power Tab  
You can use this tab to manage the state of the radio transmitter.  
Enable Radio  
immediately when card  
inserted  
You should normally leave this checkbox turned off. When  
enabled, the Windows driver turns the radio transmitter on  
when the card is inserted and leaves it enabled even when  
the card is not in use. You should check this option if your  
Windows logon requires you to log on using a dial-up  
details. When you click OK to activate this option the  
GC79 Manager displays the following dialog.  
When this option is selected, the GC79 Manager radio power startup and shutdown choices  
are disabled.  
On  
The radio mode you specify at GC79 Manager start-up  
appears selected on the Radio tab.  
When the GC79 Manager is running in radio on mode it is  
registered to the GSM network and connections can be  
made and SMS sent and received. The radio can be  
enabled in several ways;  
Select Turn Radio On when the GC79 Manager starts.  
Specify the required radio state in  
Preferences  
Radio Power.  
Off  
Radio Off indicates that the GC79 will not register  
to the mobile GSM network. You may perform non-  
communication related activities such as phone book  
maintenance, but you must turn on the radio in order  
to make a connection or to send/receive SMS.  
Ask Me  
Triggers a dialog to be displayed every time the PC is  
turned on. The dialog asks you if the radio transmitter  
should be turned on or off during the active PC session.  
This is also called Aeroplane mode, because it prevents  
the radio transmitter automatically turning on. This is a  
useful feature in areas where radio transmitters are not  
allowed; aircrafts, hospitals or blasting areas.  
Your GC79 is set to Ask me by default.  
Turn Radio Off  
Reset card  
At shutdown the radio is turned off.  
Turns the radio off and resets the card.  
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Text Messaging Tab  
You can use this tab to enable reception of specific message classes from the SMS Cell Broadcast  
service and to set the SMS received audio alarm to on or off. Select the radio buttons to activate  
the options.  
Example of SMS Cell Broadcast message types:  
Code: Cell Broadcast Message  
000  
010  
020  
030  
040  
Index  
News Flashes  
Hospitals  
Long-distance road reports  
Weather  
To enter multiple SMS Cell Broadcast message types separate each entry with a comma,  
for example, 000, 034, 076.  
Note:  
SMS Cell Broadcast message types are network specific. Contact your GSM network operator  
for more details.  
This screen also allows you to set a validity period for the SMS messages that you are sending.  
If your message can not be delivered, for example, if the recipient hasn’t inserted their GC79,  
the validity period tells your service centre how long to keep trying to send the message.  
Notifications Tab  
Click the Notifications tab. You can decide if you want to display a splash screen every time GC79  
Manager is opened or closed and a program end confirmation box. Select the radio buttons to activate  
the options.  
GPRS Connection Tab  
Establish GPRS connection at startup  
Select this option to automatically connect to your chosen GSM network when GC79 Manager  
is started. GC79 Manager waits until GPRS is registered and then it establish the specified GPRS  
connection. Simply select the name of the connection to be established from the drop down list.  
To automatically connect when you start or restart your PC see the example below. If you need  
Example:  
If you want your GC79 to be available and a GPRS internet connection to  
be automatically established when you boot your laptop:  
- Set Preferences  
Misc  
Run this program when Windows Starts  
Establish GPRS Connection  
- Set Preferences  
GPRS Connections  
At Startup and select the GPRS connection required.  
Re-establish GPRS connection if dropped  
If this option is checked, the GC79 Manager will attempt to re-establish the GPRS connection  
if it is disconnected due to GSM network problem (poor signal, etc).  
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Miscellaneous Tab  
Click the Miscellaneous tab.  
Hide to tray when minimized  
If enabled, when the GC79 Manager is minimized, it removes any window from the taskbar,  
and only shows the small icon in the system tray. To re-open the main window, double-click  
the tray icon, or select open from the icon menu.  
Run this program when Windows starts  
If enabled, the GC79 Manager starts when Windows is started. If a GC79 PC Card is detected,  
the GC79 Manager runs. If not, the program closes (and runs in the background if permitted).  
When used with Establish GPRS connection at startup, this allows a GPRS session to be  
automatically connected when the user logs on, see Appendix B - Windows Log on using a GSM/  
Minimize when Windows starts  
If enabled, the GC79 Manager starts when a user logs on to Windows, it appears as an icon in  
the task bar only. If a GC79 PC Card is detected, the GC79 Manager runs and connects. If not,  
the program closes (and runs in the background if permitted).  
Allow this program to run in the background  
If enabled, the GC79 Manager runs in the background, waiting for a GC79 PC Card to be  
inserted. When the card is detected, the GC79 Manager automatically opens and begins normal  
operations.  
When the close box, or File  
Exit is selected, the GC79 Manager closes but does not exit.  
It releases control of the card, so it may be stopped and removed, and runs in the background.  
You can start the program again from the Start menu, double-clicking the system tray icon,  
or by re-inserting the GC79 PC Card.  
You can stop GC79 Manager running in the background by right clicking on the PC screen  
and selecting Exit.  
If you attempt to start GC79 Manager with no GC79 Card inserted a warning dialog is  
displayed, informing you that the GC79 PC Card is not present, and GC79 Manager switches  
back to background mode.  
Hide tray icon when no card inserted  
If this option is selected, GC79 Manager runs in background mode, the GC79 Manager icon  
is not displayed in the system tray. If the card is inserted, the icon reappears and the GC79  
Manager is started.  
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Show menu item for Modem Software Update  
If this option is checked, a File  
Modem Software Update... menu item is enabled.  
Selecting this menu command prepares the GC79 PC card to receive a software update from  
the Sony Ericsson Update Service. More information about this service can be found at  
Examples:  
If you want to activate your GC79 when the laptop is booted, so that it is ready  
to make a connection and send/receive SMS:  
- Set Preferences  
Misc  
Run this program when Windows Starts.  
If you want your GC79 to be available and a GPRS internet connection to be  
automatically established when you boot your laptop:  
- Set Preferences  
- Set Preferences  
At Startup.  
Misc  
Run this program when Windows Starts.  
Establish GPRS Connection  
GPRS Connections  
- Select the GPRS connection required.  
If you remove the GC79 during usage and want it to be automatically reactivated  
when you re-insert it:  
- Set Preferences  
Misc  
Allow this program to run in the background.  
Note: If you have Establish GPRS connection at Startup set, then the connection  
will also be automatically established when you insert the card.  
If you want to start the laptop with the GC79 removed and have it automatically  
activated when it is later inserted:  
- Set Preferences  
- Set Preferences  
Misc  
Misc  
Run this program when Windows Starts.  
Allow this program to run in the background.  
Class 0 SMS Messages  
Class 0 messages contain current information and are replaced frequently, for example, traffic  
reports. The GC79 will display any messages that are sent out whilst it is registered on a GSM  
network. See Text Messaging Tab on page 18 for further details.  
Safe Removal of the GC79  
You must stop the GC79 before attempting to remove it.  
1. Close any active GC79 Networking Connections.  
2. Exit GC79 Manager.  
3. Click on the PC Card icon. A list of currently connected PC Cards is displayed. Select Safely  
remove Sony Ericsson GC79 Wireless Modem.  
4. A dialog is displayed telling you it is safe to remove the card. Click OK.  
5. The GC79 Card can now be removed safely.  
Important!  
Incorrect removal of the GC79 can damage the card.  
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Create a GPRS, HSCSD or CSD Connection  
1. Click  
or select View  
Connection Wizard. The Connection Wizard opens.  
2. Select the radio button next to Create a new connection, enter a name, for example  
‘My Connection’, click Next.  
Note:  
Your connection name should not exceed 16 characters for it to be fully visible in  
GC79 Manager.  
3. The Type of Connection screen opens. From here you select the type of connection  
you require:  
For GPRS see steps 4 to 8  
For CSD/HSCSD see steps 9 to 12  
GPRS Connection  
4. Select GPRS. Select your Network Operator from the Choose Network drop down list.  
If your Network Operator isn’t listed selected <Other>. Click Next.  
See GSM Network and Subscription on page 8 for more information on GPRS.  
Note:  
Type the first letter of the Network Operator you require into the field to list all the operators  
that start with that letter.  
5. The Access Point Name dialog opens. Your Network Operator’s Access Point Name or Names  
(APNs) are displayed, select the APN you want to use. If no APNs are listed contact your  
Network Operator and ask them to supply an APN.  
6. To modify the selected APN’s settings, Click Advanced.... See Appendix A - GSM Connection  
Parameters on page 74, for descriptions of the updateable parameters in the Advanced dialog.  
Click Apply to save any changes before closing the dialog. Click Next.  
7. If you have a logon for your service provider, enter you User ID and Password into the specific  
fields. If you don’t need a username and password to connect leave the fields blank. Click Next.  
Note:  
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Some versions of Windows deliberately change the number of asterisks that represent a  
password and place asterisks in the password field when the password is blank in order to  
make the display secure.  
8. Click Finish to create your connection or Back to review your settings.  
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HSCSD or CSD Connection  
9. Select CSD/HSCSD. Select your service provider from the Choose Network drop down list.  
If your service provider isn’t listed selected <Other>. Click Next.  
10. If you selected a Network Operator from the Choose Network drop down list, the telephone  
number screen should be automatically filled in.  
If you selected <Other> from the Choose Network drop down list; enter the number you need  
to dial to connect to your Network Operator in the Telephone Number field; include your  
country and area code. Ensure Use Area Code and Country Code is de-selected.  
Note:  
Contact your Network Operator for a telephone number if necessary.  
11. Click Advanced.... To create a HSCSD connection you must specify your preferred network  
connection speed from the drop down list and the method you want to use to connect to the  
network, on the Speed tab of the Advanced dialog. Click Next.  
Note:  
If you are unsure which speed to choose from the Speed tab, start with Analogue 9600, and  
check to see if it works. Once your connection works on Analog, you can try the V110/V120  
settings to see if faster speeds are available. V110/V120 also connects faster than analog.  
When roaming you may need to repeat this procedure to adapt your settings to the capability  
of the local network operator.  
12.Select the Options tab in the Advanced dialog to specify a  
callback number, if required. Callback is a service that allows the  
call direction to be reversed. If you want to watch the progress  
of a callback in a terminal window click the Show Terminal  
Window After Dialing box.  
for descriptions of the updateable parameters in the Advanced dialog. Click Apply to save any  
changes before closing the dialog.  
13. If you need a User ID and Password to logon to your service provider enter them into the  
specific fields. If you don’t need a username and password leave the fields blank. Click Next.  
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Note:  
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Some versions of Windows deliberately change the number of asterisks that represent a  
password and place asterisks in the password field when the password is blank in order to  
make the display secure.  
14. Click Finish to create your Dial-up or Back to review your settings.  
Modify a Connection  
1. Select Modify a connection. The Select a connection drop down menu is activated.  
Click on the menu and select the connection you want to modify.  
2. Click Next.  
3. Change settings as required.  
Delete a Connection  
1. Select Delete a connection. The Select a connection drop down menu is activated.  
Click on the menu and select the connection you want to delete.  
2. Click Next. The Success screen is displayed. Click Finish to close the Connection Wizard.  
Using your Connection  
To Connect  
1. Open GC79 Manager.  
2. If requested enter your SIM Card PIN and click OK. The Status screen is displayed.  
3. Select the connection you require from the drop down list and click Connect.  
Tip:  
To see detailed connection information, including the speed allocated for an HSCSD  
connection, select View  
GC79 Manager Information.  
To disconnect an active connection  
1. Click Disconnect on the Status screen.  
The GC79 Manager ends the connection.  
Alternatively:  
Right click on the GC79 Manager icon in the system tray and select Disconnect.  
Note:  
You can also use the Preferences dialog to set up auto connection when the GC79 Manager  
is opened. See GC79 Manager GSM/GPRS Preferences on page 16 for more details.  
Create a GPRS, HSCSD or CSD Connection  
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Browse the Internet via a GSM/GPRS Connection  
You can connect to the Internet using a CSD/HSCSD or GPRS connection:  
1. Open your preferred connection from the Status screen. See Using your Connection  
above for details on opening a connection.  
2. Start your Internet browser. You are online and can browse the Internet.  
Send and Receive Emails  
You will need an email program installed on your PC in order to send and receive emails.  
You can send and receive emails using a CSD/HSCSD or GPRS connection:  
1. Open your preferred connection from the Status screen. See Connection on page 36  
for details on opening a connection.  
2. Start your email program. You are online and can send and receive emails.  
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Create a Wireless LAN Connection  
To create a connection to a wireless LAN access point, follow the steps described below.  
Note:  
For details of how to create an ad hoc group connection, see Setting up an Ad Hoc Group  
1. Before you begin make sure a Wireless LAN access point is in range.  
2. Right click  
and select Open Utility. The GC79 Wireless Configuration Utility opens.  
3. The Wireless Networks tab is displayed.  
Note (XP only):  
If the tab doesn’t display available and preferred networks:  
Select Start Settings Network and Dial-up Connections. Right click the Wireless  
Network Connection and select Properties. Select the Wireless Networks tab and untick  
Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings. Click OK. Repeat steps 1, 2 and  
3 above.  
Note:  
Clicking the Advanced button opens the Advanced dialog, use the dialog to specify the type of  
networks you want to access.  
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4. Click Add. The Wireless Network Properties screen is displayed.  
5. Type the network name in the Network name (SSID) field.  
6. Clear the This is a computer-to-computer (ad hoc) network; wireless access points are not  
used check box.  
7. From here you select the type of connection you require:  
For connection to a LAN that does not require network key information, see steps 8 to 10.  
For connection to a LAN that does require network key information, see steps 11 to 15.  
WLAN Connections that do not require Network Key Information  
8. If necessary, clear the Data encryption (WEP enabled) box.  
9. Click OK. The network name and icon appear at the top of the Preferred networks list.  
10. Click Refresh to activate the network connection (wait up to one minute for the network  
connection to be made). Your computer is connected to the selected network when you see  
a blue bubble on top of the icon for that network.  
WLAN Connections that do require Network Key Information  
11. Check the Data encryption (WEP enabled) box.  
12. Clear the The key is provided for me automatically check box.  
13. Type the network key in the Network key field. (You should obtain the key from the network  
administrator.).  
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Note:  
You do not need to select the Key format or the Key length before typing the network key.  
These settings automatically change to the appropriate setting as you type the network key  
value. However, the key value you enter must be the correct length.  
14. Click OK. The network name and icon appear at the top of the Preferred networks list.  
15. Click Refresh to activate the network connection (wait up to one minute for the network  
connection to be made). Your computer is connected to the selected network when you see  
next to the network name.  
Using a Connection  
If your GC79-enabled computer is running at a location in which a wireless LAN is operating,  
and it is within range of the access point, the computer automatically connects to the network  
which is highest on the Preferred networks list on the Wireless Configuration Utility screen  
Wireless Networks tab. You can change the order in which networks appear in this list by using  
the Move up and Move down buttons.  
Alternatively, if you have more than one network access profiles defined, you can specify the  
connection you want to use by clicking  
. The Connect to Wireless Network screen is displayed.  
The list shows all the connections you have defined which are within range of an access point.  
Highlight the one you want to use, enter a Network Key (if appropriate) and then click on Connect.  
Note:  
If you are using Windows XP some of the processes explained in this manual interact with  
the operating system differently, see your Windows XP help for more details.  
Once you have established a WLAN connection on an XP machine, Windows takes over,  
you will either have to use the standard Windows WLAN application to monitor your  
connection or specify that you want to use GC79 WLAN utility.  
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Viewing the Status of your Wireless Connection  
The quality of the connection (signal strength and noise) of the particular network you are connected  
to is indicated by the horizontal bars and the decibel level values that are displayed at the bottom of  
the Link Status tab in the Wireless Configuration Utility.  
The signal strength is also indicated by the appearance of the  
icon in the system tray.  
The description of the signal strength appears when you hover the cursor over the icon.  
The table below shows the signal strength and suggested action for improving the signal for each  
icon image that may be displayed. If the signal strength indications are anything other than very  
good or excellent, you should take the appropriate suggested action.  
A fully green icon indicates that the signal strength is very good  
or excellent  
A partially green icon indicates that the signal is good or low.  
Suggested action: Move closer to the access point.  
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A grey icon indicates that there is no signal being received.  
Probable causes:  
The computer is trying to establish an initial connection but has  
not yet succeeded.  
You may have moved out of range of the access point.  
Suggested action:  
Wait.  
Move closer to the access point.  
An icon with a red bar indicates that there is no radio connection.  
Suggested action: Enable the WLAN radio by right-clicking the  
icon and then selecting Enable Radio.  
Disabling the Radio  
To disable the GC79 wireless LAN radio, right click  
radio, right click and select Enable Radio.  
and select Disable Radio. To enable the  
Alternatively, use the Disable/Enable button on the right hand side of the GC79 Manager Status  
screen or the option in the File menu.  
Modify a Wireless Connection  
1. Open the Wireless Configuration Utility, as described in Create a Wireless LAN Connection on  
page 25, and click on the Wireless Networks tab.  
2. Select the network connection from the Available networks list and then click on Configure.  
You can enable or disable data encryption and change the network name and the network key.  
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Advanced Wireless LAN Features  
Setting up an Ad Hoc Group Network  
In ad-hoc mode, a peer-to-peer network is created. An example might be networking laptops in  
a meeting room in order to share information. The network is set up at the start of the meeting and  
disappears when the last laptop is shut down. The following instruction explain how to set up an ad  
hoc network using two PCs, however you can network any number of PCs together, just make sure  
they have a unique IP number.  
1. On laptop 1, select Start  
Settings  
Control panel  
Network connections, right click  
on Sony Ericsson 802.11b adaptor and select Properties.  
2. The Wireless Network Connection Properties Window opens, in the General tab select Internet  
Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.  
3. The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog opens. Click Use the following IP address:.  
Type a unique IP address into the field, for example, 192.168.0.1  
4. The subnet mask should be generated automatically, if it isn’t use 255.255.255.0  
5. Make sure the Use windows to configure my wireless network settings isn’t selected.  
6. Click OK.  
7. On laptop 2, select Start  
Settings  
Control panel  
Network connections, right click  
your Wireless Network Connection and select Properties.  
8. The Wireless Network Connection Properties Window opens, in the General tab select Internet  
Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.  
9. The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog opens. Click Use the following IP address:.  
Type a unique IP address, for example, 192.168.0.2  
Note:  
IP address must be unique for each machine.  
10. The subnet mask should be generated automatically, if it isn’t use 255.255.255.0  
11. Make sure the Use windows to configure my wireless network settings isn’t selected.  
12. Click OK.  
Note:  
If the laptop is going to be connected to the company network again, you must remember it  
change the Use the following IP address: back to Obtain an IP-address automatically in both  
laptops.  
Perform steps 11 to 16 on both laptops.  
13. Right click  
and select Open Utility. The Sony Ericsson Wireless Configuration Utility  
opens. The Wireless Networks tab lists all the available networks. If your new adhoc network  
isn’t listed click Add, make sure you enter a name for the adhoc network in the Network name  
(SSID) field.  
14. Complete the necessary fields and activate the This is a computer-to-computer (ad hoc)  
network; wireless access points are not used box. Click OK.  
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15. Click Advanced select the appropriate radio button to specify the Networks the GC79 can  
access. You can select either; Computer to computer (ad hoc) networks only or Any  
available network (access point preferred).  
Note:  
Once you create an AdHoc Wireless Network it will appear as available even if this is the only  
laptop on the network.  
16. Restart all the laptops that are part of the ad hoc network to allow the new IP address settings to  
be approved.  
17. Open GC79 Manager on all the laptops. Make sure the WLAN connection is enabled. If WLAN  
icon in the system tray doesn't turn green right click  
and check the radio is on (menu will  
display Disable radio).  
Note:  
Make sure that Firewall on the computers is setup to allow this type of connection or disabled.  
Ask your Network Administrator if you need assistance.  
18. Right click  
and select Open utility. Select the Site Monitor tab, tick the Ad hoc network  
only box. The Network Name (SSID) you specified should appear after a short delay. Click OK.  
Connecting the PCs  
1. Select one of the laptops, right click My Computer and select Map Network Drive. In the  
dropdown list select a free hardriver name that is not occupied by any other name.  
2. Type \\laptop name or IP address\C$ into the Folder field. In this example we would enter  
\\192.168.0.1\C$ to connect to the 1st laptop we set up.C$ is specifying the drive on the laptop  
that you want to connect to.  
Note:  
To find a computers name; open a Command Prompt on the PC you want to find the name of.  
Type hostname and press return. The computer name is returned.  
Note:  
You can also use a Command Prompt to make sure you can see the other PC. Type ping  
<IP address> and press return (The IP address belongs to the PC you are trying to contact).  
In the example we would enter ping 192.168.0.1, PC 1 sends a small amount of data to PC2,  
if the PC is contacted replies for each packet of data sent are returned.  
3. If you are required to log on to the PC before access is granted select Connect using a different  
user name. Make sure you have an alias and password set-up on the PC you are connecting to.  
4. Enter your User name and Password into the Connect As... dialog.  
5. Click OK and Finish.  
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After a while a new window should popup in PC2 showing the hardrive of PC1. It is also listed with  
your Network Drives.  
Tip:  
See your Windows documentation for further details on setting up a network of Windows PCs.  
!Caution:  
Unwanted users may try to connect to your ad hoc network. Use of security features such as  
WEP is recommended.  
Disable the WLAN  
1. Right click  
and select Disable radio.  
Sharing an Internet Connection  
To connect a group of computers using a shared Internet connection, select one of the desktop  
computers to serve as the host computer (all other computers are called clients).  
The host computer is the only computer that connects directly to the Internet. It is recommended that  
the desktop computer having the fastest microprocessor and the most memory is used as the host  
computer.  
The host computer must be running either the Windows 2000 or Windows XP operating system.  
Connection sharing requires that the host computer has either a modem or another network adapter  
in addition to the GC79. The modem or the additional network adapter is used to access the internet.  
The GC79 is used to share the connections with other clients.  
Setting up Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) on the Host Computer  
1. Connect the host computer to the internet.  
2. Click the Start button.  
3. Select Settings  
Control Panel.  
4. Double-click Network and Dial-up Connections.  
5. If the host computer is connected to the internet using a dial-up connection, double-click Dial-  
up Connection  
Properties  
Sharing, and then ensure that both Enable Internet  
Connection Sharing for this connection and Enabled on-demand dialing are selected.  
If the host computer is connected to the internet using a cable or DSL modem, double-click  
Local Area Connection  
Properties  
Sharing, and then ensure that the Enable Internet  
Connection Sharing for this connection option is selected.  
Note:  
For Windows 2000, you must enable local network sharing and select the Local Area  
Connection relating to the Sony Ericsson 802.11b adaptor. You can check this by looking at  
the Device Name in the Network and Dial-Up Connections list. If your Sony Ericsson 802.11b  
adaptor is listed as Local Area Connection 3, then select Local Area Connection 3 in the  
'For local Network' drop-down box.  
For Windows XP, follow the Bridging instructions below.  
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Bridge connections on Windows XP  
The network bridge allows you to connect network segments by selecting the appropriate network  
connection and bridging them together. The network bridge manages your network segments,  
and creates a single IP subnet for the entire network. There is no configuration required, and you do  
not need purchase additional hardware such as routers or bridges. IP addressing, address allocation,  
and name resolution is highly simplified in a single subnet IP network.  
Only one bridge may exist on a Windows XP computer, but it can be used to bridge as many different  
network connections as the computer can physically accommodate.  
Before you begin make sure you are logged on to the computer as an administrator.  
1. Select Start  
Control Panel, and then double-click Network Connections.  
2. Under LAN or High-Speed Internet select each of the private network connections that you  
want to be part of the bridge.  
You must select at least two eligible network connections in order for Bridge Connections to  
create a bridge.  
3. Right click one of the highlighted private network connections, and select Bridge Connections.  
You can create only one network bridge on a computer, but the bridge can accommodate any  
number of network connections.  
!Caution:  
Do not use this method to share a corporate network connection without first agreeing security  
procedures with the network administrator.  
Note:  
Adapters that have Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) or Internet Connection Firewall (ICF)  
enabled cannot be part of the network bridge and will not appear on the Network Bridge  
checklist. Similarly, the Add to Bridge menu command is available only for adapters that you  
can add as connections to Network Bridge.  
Only Ethernet, IEEE-1394 adapters, or Ethernet compatible adapters such as wireless and home  
phoneline adapters (HPNA), can be part of the network bridge.  
Do not create a bridge between the public Internet connection and the private network  
connection, or add the public Internet connection to an existing network bridge, if you do not  
have ICF or Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) enabled. To do so will create an unprotected link  
between your network and the Internet, and your network will be vulnerable to intrusions.  
If you remove adapters from the network bridge, and less than two adapters remain, Network  
Bridge will not perform its intended function, but it will continue to use system resources.  
Network adapters that previously appeared under LAN or High-Speed Internet, appear under  
Network Bridge when they are added as connections. Network adapters that provide Internet  
connectivity, such as DSL and cable modems, cannot be bridged and will always appear under  
LAN or High-Speed Internet.  
Network bridges with wireless or IEEE-1394 connections support traffic using Internet Protocol  
version 4 (IPv4) only.  
4. Internet Connection Sharing, Internet Connection Firewall, Discovery and Control, and  
Network Bridge are not available on Windows XP 64-Bit Edition.  
!Caution:  
When sharing an internet connection, unwanted users within the reach of the wireless LAN  
may be able to use it too. It is recommended that you use of security features such as WEP  
network keys.  
Creating profiles for ICS Client machines  
Set up an ad hoc network on your host machine and each client. Follow the Create a Wireless LAN  
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Wireless LAN Adapter Diagnostics  
You can run a number of diagnostics on your GC79 wireless LAN adapter to verify its operational  
and functional status.  
Note:  
Your network connection is lost when you run the diagnostics. When the test run is over,  
your network connection is automatically re-established.  
1. Open the Wireless Configuration Utility, as described in Create a Wireless LAN Connection on  
page 25, and click on the Diagnostics tab.  
2. Select the tests you want to run. All tests are selected by default. To run an individual test or  
some but not all of the tests, clear the check box for those tests that you do not want to run.  
3. Click Run.  
GC79 WLAN Information  
You can view detailed technical information about your GC79 WLAN connection by selecting the  
Information tab in the Sony Ericsson Wireless Configuration Utility. Your MAC number is list on  
this screen.  
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GC79 Manager Status Screen  
The Status Screen is displayed when GC79 Manager opens. You can also open the Status screen  
by clicking or selecting View Status.  
The Status screen shows information about your GSM and wireless LAN network connections.  
The body of the screen is divided into two.  
GSM Connection Status  
The left side of the screen shows information about your GSM connection, including icons  
representing:  
Receive signal strength  
GPRS service status  
SMS  
Unread SMS Text Message  
status (or SIM Full indication  
Connection status  
The left side of the screen also displays:  
The current Network Status, e.g. searching, radio off  
The connection progress messages  
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When a connection is established, the connection statistics (duration, bytes transmitted, bytes  
received) are displayed and updated at regular intervals.  
Note:  
Statistics display is not supported on Window 98(SE) or Me platforms. To view statistic data  
when using these operating systems hover your mouse cursor over the standard Windows  
Dial-up Networking icon.  
Connection  
To connect, cancel or disconnect a GPRS or HSCSD/CSD data session  
use the Connect/Disconnect drop down menu. The menu displays all the  
connections you have defined, so you can quickly select the required  
connection.  
The Control button, located underneath the drop down menu, changes its  
appearance depending on the state of the GC79 connection. The button  
allows you to:  
Initiate a connection (Connect)  
Cancel connection attempt (Cancel)  
Disconnect (Hang-up) an existing session  
Note:  
You can also launch or terminate a CSD dialup networking sessions directly from the Windows  
Network Connections icon. A HSCSD networking session initiated outside GC79 Manager will  
require some additional settings to be added to your init string, see Appendix D- Initiating a  
Wireless LAN Connection Status  
The right side of the Status screen shows information about your wireless LAN connection,  
including:  
Wireless LAN connection status  
Connection speed  
Signal strength  
Network name (SSID)  
The Disable/Enable button allows you to switch the wireless LAN radio on and off.  
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GC79 Manager Telephony Settings Screen  
The Telephony Settings screen allows you view and change the GSM and wireless LAN settings  
of the GC79.  
The functions of the Telephony Settings screen are very similar to the settings that you have access  
to via a mobile phone’s display. A Wireless 802.11 option provides access to the Sony Ericsson  
Wireless Configuration Utility.  
Note:  
Your GC79 has to be connected to your computer to make changes to the settings.  
1. Click  
or select View  
Telephony Settings.  
The window is divided into two areas: the navigation area on the left and the information area  
on the right.  
When you have selected a setting in the navigation area, GC79 Manager retrieves the current  
setting information from the GC79 and displays the information in the right area.  
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Phone Numbers  
My numbers  
You can list all your own numbers here. The numbers are for personal reference only and have  
no operational effect on the GC79.  
Voice line 1 and 2:  
The voice number or numbers issued with your SIM card that you use for normal voice calls.  
If you have line 2 (alternate line service) enter in the Voice Line 2 number field.  
Data:  
The number used to make a data call to the GC79 (Mobile Terminated).  
Fax:  
The number used to send a fax to the GC79.  
Click Apply when you have finished, to transfer the changes back to your GC79. This may take  
a few seconds.  
SMS Service Centre  
When you send a text message it goes to your operator's service centre, they then forward it to  
the correct recipient. The SMS service centre is identified by a telephone number.  
Note:  
The SMS Service Centre number is normally read automatically from your SIM card.  
To Set or change the service centre address:  
1. Enter your operator's service centre phone number in the Number text box.  
2. Click Apply to transfer the setting to your GC79.  
Locks  
Phone lock  
The phone lock protects the GC79 against unauthorized use if it is stolen and used with another  
SIM card. Phone Lock is not activated when you buy the GC79.  
You can use this screen to change the default security code (0000) to any four to eight digit  
personalized code.  
You can set the Phone Lock Status to one of the following states:  
On - A brief message Phone locked is displayed each time you turn on the computer.  
The Enter the phone lock code dialog opens. Enter your code into the dialog and click OK.  
Off - The GC79 is not locked.  
Automatic - If the Automatic setting is selected, the message Phone locked only appears  
when a different SIM card is inserted into the GC79. After the security code has been entered  
correctly, the GC79 can be used with the new SIM card.  
Note:  
The Phone Lock code has four to eight digits and is shown as asterisks upon entry  
in the dialog.  
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To Change the Phone Lock code:  
Change Phone Code  
1. Click  
.
2. The Change the Phone Lock Code dialog opens. Make the required changes and click OK.  
3. Click Apply when you have finished, to transfer the changes back to your GC79. This may take  
a few seconds.  
SIM lock  
Some SIM cards are protected with a PIN (Personal Identity Number) at the time of purchase.  
If the SIM card lock is activated, you have to enter the PIN every time you turn on your PC and open  
GC79 Manager. If you enter your PIN incorrectly three times in succession, the SIM card is blocked  
and you need a PUK code, from your network operator, to unblock the SIM card.  
To activate the SIM card lock, select the On radio button.  
Caution!  
Only activate the SIM card lock if you know the PIN code.  
To cancel the SIM card lock, select the Off radio button.  
Note:  
You have to use your PIN code to turn the SIM card lock off.  
To Change the PIN Code:  
Change Pin Code...  
1. Click  
.
2. Enter your old PIN code, followed by your new four to eight digit PIN code. Confirm the new  
code by entering it again.  
3. Click OK.  
Note:  
The SIM card lock only protects your subscription and not your GC79 from unauthorized use.  
If you change your SIM card, the GC79 will still work with a new SIM card.  
4. Click Apply when you have finished to transfer the changes back to your GC79. This may take  
a few seconds.  
Networks  
Current Network  
You can select which network you want to use by going to Networks and then choosing Current  
Network.  
Searching for the available networks:  
Click Retrieve, the current network appears in the box with all the other currently available  
networks.  
The available networks will fall into one of the following three categories:  
The home network, the one with which you have subscription.  
Available networks, networks that your home mobile operator has a roaming agreement with.  
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Forbidden networks, you can’t use these networks except for emergency calls. If your home  
network and a forbidden network come to an agreement that allows you to use the forbidden  
network, you can select this network even though it is forbidden.  
Choosing another network:  
1. Uncheck the Automatically choose a network for me.  
2. Select the network that you want to use.  
3. Click Apply to transfer the setting to your GC79.  
The message Please wait appears briefly on the screen. If you are not allowed to use the network that  
you have chosen, Forbidden is displayed.  
Note:  
HSCSD is not available in every GSM network and requires a supplementary roaming  
agreement between mobile operators for visiting users to use HSCSD. Check with your home  
operator regarding the country or region in which you want to roam.  
GPRS is commonly available in GSM networks, but fewer roaming agreements are in place.  
You may therefore need to explicitly select one of the available networks in order to use GPRS  
when abroad. Check with your home operator to find out which networks are GPRS roaming  
partners in the country or region in which you want to roam.  
Preferred (network)  
A list of preferred networks is stored on the SIM card. This is typically set up by your mobile  
operator as part of SIM manufacture. Preferred roaming partners are placed in the list so that you  
have the greatest range of available services whilst roaming. When the home network is not  
available, the GC79 will check the available networks against the preferred network list and select  
the one placed highest. Automatic network selection must be enabled.  
If you want to add a new network:  
1. Click Add, a new dialog with all the networks known to the GC79 appears on the screen.  
2. Select the network that you want to add and click OK.  
3. Click Apply to transfer the setting to your GC79 SIM card.  
If you want to delete a network from the list:  
1. Select the network that you want to delete.  
2. Click Remove.  
3. Click Apply to transfer the setting to your GC79 SIM card.  
If you want to re-arrange the order of the networks listed:  
1. Select the network that you want to move.  
2. Click the Up or Down arrows to rearrange the order.  
3. Click Apply to transfer the setting to your GC79 SIM card.  
Note:  
If the list of preferred networks is full, the Add button is disabled (grey).  
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Frequency Band  
GSM operates in a number of different frequency bands. 900 and 1800 MHz are used in Europe,  
Asia, Australasia and Africa, whilst the 1900 MHz band is used in North and South America.  
By default your GC79 operates in 'tri-band' mode and automatically finds available networks in any  
of these frequency bands. It is not recommended to change this setting. See GSM Performance and  
technical characteristics on page 64 for a list of GSM frequency ranges.  
Divert Calls  
Note:  
The GC79 does not make or answer voice calls. The divert function enables you to send a  
voice call to an alternative number where it can be answered. For example, the mobile network  
voicemail service. However you can make and answer fax and data calls, providing you have  
appropriate software on your PC to handle them.  
All  
If you want to make certain that all your incoming calls are taken care of when you cannot answer  
them, you can use the Call divert service to divert them to another number that can handle the types  
of calls you expect to receive.  
Note:  
The Call divert service may not be available on all networks.  
Selecting a call divert setting:  
1. To obtain your current call divert settings from the network, click Retrieve.  
2. Make your changes by identifying when you want to divert your incoming calls. You can select  
from four different diversion options:  
Always: this diverts all incoming calls to the phone number that you have entered in the  
text box  
When busy: for example, on CSD calls  
No reply  
Not reachable: for example, when your phone is turned off  
3. If you know which number to divert your calls to, then type the number in the text box next  
to the divert option you have chosen.  
Or  
Click  
to choose a phone number from your phone book.  
4. Click Apply, to transfer your new settings to your GC79. This may take a few seconds.  
Your call divert setting has now been stored in the network.  
Voice  
You can use the Call divert service to divert your voice calls to another phone number.  
Note:  
The Call divert service may not be available on all networks.  
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Selecting a call divert setting:  
1. To obtain your current call divert settings from the network, click Retrieve.  
2. Make your changes and select in which situation you want to divert your incoming calls.  
You can select from four different diversion options:  
Always: this diverts all incoming calls to the phone number that you have entered in the  
text box  
When busy  
No reply  
Not reachable: for example, when your phone is turned off  
3. If you know which phone number to divert your calls to, type the number in the text box next  
to the divert option you have chosen.  
Or  
Click  
to choose a phone number from your phone book.  
4. Click Apply to transfer them to your GC79. This may take a few seconds.  
Your Line 1 divert setting has now been stored in the network.  
Fax  
If you want to route your incoming fax calls to another number, you can use the Call divert service.  
Note:  
The Call divert service may not be available on all networks. Also, if you are using the Call  
restricting function, this may influence Call divert.  
Selecting a fax divert setting:  
1. To obtain your current fax divert settings from the network, click Retrieve.  
2. Select Always if you want to divert all the incoming calls to a specific phone number.  
3. If you know which phone number to divert your calls to, type the number in the text box next  
to Always.  
Or  
Click  
to choose a phone number from your phone book.  
4. Click Apply to transfer your settings to your GC79. This may take a few seconds.  
Your fax divert setting has now been stored in the network.  
Data  
If you want to route your incoming data calls to another number, you can use the Call divert service.  
Note:  
The Call divert service may not be available on all networks. Also, if you are using the  
Call restricting function, this may influence Call divert.  
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Selecting a data divert setting:  
1. To obtain your current data divert settings from the network, click Retrieve.  
2. Select Always if you want to divert all the incoming calls to a specific phone number.  
3. Select the Always check box and enter the destination number or click  
to choose a phone  
number from your phone book. Click OK.  
4. Click Apply to transfer your settings to your GC79. This may take a few seconds.  
Your data divert setting has now been stored in the network.  
Restrict Calls  
Restricting a certain type of call means that this type of call cannot be made to or from your GC79.  
You can restrict different types of outgoing and incoming calls.  
The following call types can be restricted:  
all outgoing calls.  
all outgoing international calls.  
all outgoing international calls except to your own country.  
all incoming calls.  
all incoming calls when you are abroad (when roaming).  
A password, issued with your subscription, is required to turn a call restrict on or off. Contact your  
network operator for further information.  
Restricting Fax and Data Calls  
To Change the call restrict status for fax and data calls:  
1. To get your current call restrict settings from the network, click Retrieve.  
2. Tick the boxes next to the call types that you want to restrict.  
Only select one outgoing and one incoming option.  
3. When you have finished, click Apply.  
4. Type your restriction password into the dialog and click OK.  
Your call restrict settings have now been changed and stored in the network.  
Wireless  
802.11  
To configure, monitor and control your GC79 wireless LAN connections, click on the Launch  
Wireless Control Panel button.  
The Wireless Configuration Utility is displayed. See Create a Wireless LAN Connection on page 25  
for details.  
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GC79 Manager Phone Book Screen  
The GC79 Manager Phone Book screen helps you to organize your GC79’s SIM Phone Book.  
The Phone Book Screen  
A SIM Phone Book can easily become disorganised; you can use the Phone Book screen to manage  
your SIM Phone Book entries.  
You can add new numbers, edit existing numbers and export and import entries.  
1. Click  
to display the Phone Book screen.  
2. Icons appear in the left pane representing the SIM Phone Book  
and Saved Phone Book  
. You can manage your Phone Book entries by copying entries to the SIM Phone Book  
or the Saved Phone Book.  
3. Click on the icon to display the Phone Book entries in the right pane.  
Note:  
Your GC79 must be inserted to display this information.  
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Phone Book Functionality  
To Add a Number:  
1. Select Add new in the Phone Book menu or click  
on the toolbar or key Ctrl and N.  
2. The New Phone Book Entry dialog opens.  
3. Enter the name and phone number.  
4. Click OK to save the entry or Cancel to close the dialog.  
Note:  
Phone Book numbers are limited to 20 digits (including +) and names are limited to  
18 alphanumeric characters.  
New entries are added to the next available SIM index position.  
To Modify a number:  
1. Select the number you want to modify.  
2. Select Modify... in the Phone Book menu.  
3. The Edit Phone Book Entry dialog opens.  
4. The fields in the dialog display the current entry’s name and number.  
5. Edit the information.  
6. Click Save to close the dialog and save your changes.  
If the modified entry is in the SIM Phone Book the changes are automatically sent to the SIM.  
To Find Entries:  
1. Select Find in the Phone Book menu or key Ctrl and F.  
2. The Find dialog opens. Enter the text or number you want to search for in the Look for field.  
The entry can be complete or incomplete.  
3. Click Find. The GC79 Manager searches both Phone Books, when a match is found it is  
displayed in the right pane. Click Find Next to search again.  
4. Click Close when you have finished searching.  
To Copy an Entry:  
1. Select an entry from the SIM Phone Book or the Saved Phone Book.  
2. Select Copy To in the Phone Book menu. The Copy To option is followed by the name  
of the Phone Book you haven’t selected the entry from.  
3. A duplicate entry is made in the specified Phone Book. The new entry is assigned the next  
available position in the destination Phone Book.  
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To Move an Entry:  
1. Select an entry.  
2. Select Move To in the Phone Book menu. The Move To option is followed by the name of the  
Phone Book you haven’t selected the entry from.  
3. The entry is moved from its current Phone Book and placed in the selected one. The new entry  
is assigned the next available position in the destination Phone Book.  
To Import an Entry or Phone Book:  
1. Select Import from the Phone Book menu.  
2. Select the Replace Existing Phone Book or Merge with existing Phone Book radio button.  
3. Click  
and browse to find the file you want to import.  
Note:  
The file must be a text file in comma separated value (CSV) format. Any invalid lines  
or files will be ignored.  
4. Click OK in the browse dialog. The path and file name are displayed in the Import File  
Name field.  
5. Click Import to complete the import procedure.  
To Export an Entry or Phone Book:  
1. Highlight the entries or open the Phone Book you want to export.  
2. Select Export from the Phone Book menu.  
3. Select All to export the entire Phone Book or Selected Items to export the highlighted entries.  
4. Type a name for the file into the Export File Name field.  
5. Click  
and identify the save location.  
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The file will be saved as a text file in comma separated value (CSV) format.  
6. Click OK in the browse dialog. The path and file name are displayed in the Export File  
Name field.  
7. Click Export to complete the procedure.  
Delete a number  
1. Select the number that you want to delete.  
2. Select Delete, from the Edit menu.  
3. A confirmation dialog opens, click Yes to delete the number.  
Note:  
If you want to delete all numbers, select Select All from the Edit menu before clicking Delete.  
To Send a New SMS Message:  
1. Select an entry from a Phone Book.  
2. Select Create New Message from the Messages menu.  
3. A new SMS Message dialog is opened and pre-addressed with the selected entries details.  
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GC79 Manager SMS Messages Screen  
The GC79 Manager’s SMS Messages screen enables you to view, compose, edit, save, copy, delete,  
reply or forward SMS messages from your GC79 to other mobile devices.  
Note:  
To use Message functionality SMS must be included in your subscription, contact your network  
operator for more details.  
The SMS Messages screen is split in to a left and right area.  
The left area displays the folders; SIM SMS, Saved Messages, Sent Items and Unsent Items.  
The right area displays the contents of the selected folder. The top half of the right pane displays  
a list of received messages, sorted by date and the bottom half of the screen displays the content  
of a selected messages, this is referred to as the Information View.  
The folders and their names are static, you can not change them.  
Click to display the contents of the SIM Inbox. When GC79 Manager is opened  
any new SMS in the SIM Inbox are uploaded to the PC automatically.  
A status flag indicates whether a message is read or unread.  
SMS  
If a new SMS arrives when the GC79 Manager is open  
is displayed on the  
Status screen and the SMS audio sound is played, if enabled in the Settings  
If you want to keep an SMS, use the copy or move menu options to place it in the  
Saved folder. Click on the folder icon to display the contents of the Saved folder.  
A copy of each SMS that you have sent is stored in this folder. Click on the folder  
icon to display them.  
Any composed messages that have not been sent are displayed when you click  
on this icon.  
SMS stored in this folder can be edited or sent when the GC79 is connected.  
Any SMS that fail during transmission are also stored here, you can resend them  
at any time.  
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Each time the SMS Messages screen receives a new SMS message from the SIM it checks the status  
of the SIM Inbox. If the SIM Inbox is full, a SIM Full icon is displayed in the left pane of the screen,  
Note:  
For all the SMS Messages screen menu options to operate the GC79 must be registered  
successfully on a network. You must have a GSM signal to Send SMS, the button is disabled  
(grey) if you don’t have a signal.  
Class 0 messages  
If you receive a Class 0 message, it will appear in a pop-up dialog, which you can save or dismiss.  
If you choose to save the message it will be stored in you Saved Messages folder.  
SMS Manager Functionality  
To Send an SMS:  
1. Select Create New Message... from the Messages menu or click  
2. The New Message dialog opens.  
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3. Enter the recipient’s mobile phone number in the To: field or select a number from a phone  
book by clicking Lookup....  
To send an SMS to multiple numbers, hold down Ctrl when selecting the numbers from the  
phone book.  
4. Type your message into the Message: field.  
5. If required you can click the Calculate SMS blocks to see how many SMSs your message will  
be split into. Also you can check the Request Status Report to get confirmation when the SMS  
arrives at its destination (if this service is supported by your network).  
6. Click Send to send the SMS or Cancel to close the dialog without sending the SMS.  
To Edit a Message:  
When you are working with a message, you can edit the text by cutting, copying and pasting.  
Moving Text:  
1. Select the text you want to move, the text can be in another PC application.  
2. Select Cut from the Edit menu or Ctrl and X on the keyboard.  
3. Place the cursor where you want to insert the text and select Paste from the Edit menu  
or Ctrl and V on the keyboard.  
Note:  
If you want to copy text, select Copy (Ctrl and C) from the Edit menu instead of Cut  
(Ctrl and X).  
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Reply to an SMS:  
1. Select the folder where the message is located.  
2. From the list, select the message you want to reply to. The contents of the message are displayed  
in the information view.  
3. Select Reply in the Messages menu. A dialogue appears. The To: field is automatically filled  
in and the original message is displayed in the Message: field.  
4. If required you can click the Calculate SMS blocks to see how many SMSs your message will  
be split into. Also you can check the Request Status Report to get confirmation when the SMS  
arrives at its destination.  
5. Type your reply and click Send.  
To Forward an SMS:  
1. Select the folder where the message is located.  
2. From the list, select the message you want to forward. The contents of the message  
are displayed in the information view.  
3. Click Forward, a dialogue opens.  
4. Enter the phone number in the To: field or click Lookup... to select a number from a phone  
book.  
To send an SMS to multiple numbers, hold down Ctrl when selecting the numbers from the  
phone book.  
5. If required you can click the Calculate SMS blocks to see how many SMSs your message will  
be split into. Also you can check the Request Status Report to get confirmation when the SMS  
arrives at its destination.  
6. Click Send.  
Delete an SMS:  
1. Select the folder where the message is located.  
2. From the list, select the message you want to delete. The contents of the message are displayed  
in the information view.  
3. Select Delete from the Edit menu, or press the Delete button on your keyboard.  
4. A confirmation message box opens, click Yes to delete the message.  
Note:  
To delete all messages, click Select All from the Edit menu before you select Delete.  
Folder Management:  
Sorting SMS:  
1. Select the folder where the messages you want to sort are located.  
2. Click the Date column heading to sort the SMS in ascending or descending date order.  
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Moving SMS:  
1. Select the folder where the message you want to move is located.  
2. From the list, select the message. The contents of the message are displayed in the  
information view.  
3. Click Move to Saved Messages from the Messages menu. A progress dialog is displayed  
informing you that the SIM card is being updated.  
4. The selected message is moved.  
Note:  
To move all messages, click Select All from the Edit menu before you select Move to Saved  
Messages.  
Copy an SMS:  
1. Select the folder where the message you want to copy is located.  
2. From the list, select the message. The contents of the message are displayed in the  
information view.  
3. Click Copy to Saved Messages from the Messages menu. A progress dialog is displayed  
informing you that the SIM card is being updated.  
4. The selected message is copied.  
Note:  
To copy all messages, click Select All from the Edit menu before you select Copy to  
Saved Messages.  
SIM Inbox is Full:  
When the GC79 Manager detects the SIM SMS storage is full, it displays  
on the Status screen  
and in the SMS Messages screen. You must move or delete some SMS from the SIM Inbox to free  
storage space so that you can continue receiving new SMS from the network. To do this you can  
either:  
Move your SMS from SIM SMS to Saved Messages  
Right click on an SMS in SIM SMS and select delete.  
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GC79 Manager Online Services Screen  
Online Services is a customised service offered by a network operators. This service is network or  
subscription dependant. The Online Services screen provides a mechanism that allows applications  
that exist on the SIM to interact and operate with the GC79. Typical services offered by network  
operators include:  
sports scores  
news  
financial data  
horoscopes  
interactive text game messages  
Online Services are placed on your SIM card by your operator. GC79 Manager detects if these  
services are on the SIM card and displays the icon if they are.  
1. Click  
to display the Online services screen. You can also select to display the Online  
Services screen from the View menu.  
The screen displays a menu of the online services offered by your network operator.  
Click on the category you require and click Select.  
More detailed choices are sometimes displayed, if necessary select the required option  
and click Select.  
The response may take various forms, depending on the network operator. For example,  
the news headlines might be sent as an SMS, which will be delivered to the SMS inbox.  
Online Services menus are sometimes used to provide a list of voice-based services such as directory  
enquiries. If one of these is selected, you will not be connected because the GC79 does not support  
voice calls.  
Note:  
Contact your operator to find out which services are available for your account.  
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Troubleshooting  
This chapter lists some problems that you might encounter while using your GC79. Some problems  
require you to contact your service provider, but most of the problems you can easily correct  
yourself.  
GC79 Manager Icon Errors  
GC79 isn't present, please insert.  
appears  
in the task bar  
Indicates that the GSM/GPRS radio is turned off. Right-click  
the icon and select Turn GSM/GPRS Radio On.  
appears  
in the task bar  
Indicates that the GC79 cannot find a GSM network, there is no  
network within range or the received signal is too weak. You have  
to move to get a stronger signal.  
appears  
in the task bar  
A signal is  
Indicates that a GSM network is present, but no GPRS service  
present but you is available. This can be caused by; no GPRS service in the area,  
can’t connect  
to the GPRS  
network  
you are trying to roam on a network for which no GPRS roaming  
agreement exists or there is a temporary fault on the network.  
Contact your network operator for more details.  
Indicates that the wireless LAN radio is turned off. Right-click the  
icon and select Enable Radio.  
appears  
in the task bar  
Indicates that the GC79 cannot find a wireless network, there is no  
network within range or the received signal is too weak. You have  
to move to get a stronger signal.  
appears  
in the task bar  
Software Errors  
Grey menu  
options in the  
software  
Grey text indicates a function that is temporarily unavailable,  
for example due to your subscription or due to a certain setting  
which has not been turned on.  
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GSM/GPRS Error Messages  
General  
Modem not  
responding....  
Error  
Check that the radio is turned on.  
Try to connect again.  
Dial-Up fails  
SIM Card Errors  
Wrong PIN/  
Wrong PIN2  
You have entered your PIN or PIN2 incorrectly. Enter the correct  
PIN or PIN2, and click OK. See SIM lock on page 39.  
Codes do not  
match  
When you want to change a security code (for example your PIN)  
you have to confirm the new code by entering it again. This error  
occurs when the two codes, that you have entered do not match.  
PIN blocked/  
PIN2 blocked  
You have entered your PIN or PIN2 incorrectly three times in  
succession. To unblock, see SIM lock on page 39.  
PUK blocked –  
You have entered your personal unblocking key code (PUK)  
contact operator incorrectly 10 times in succession. Contact your network operator  
or service provider.  
Wireless LAN Error Messages  
Medium Cable  
A number of possible causes:  
Disconnected  
You have moved out of range of the wireless LAN signal. Move  
back closer to the hotspot.  
The wireless LAN is switched off. Right-click the  
and select Enable Radio.  
icon  
The network transmission has been interrupted. Contact the  
Network Administrator.  
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Wireless LAN Performance and Connectivity Problems  
Data transfer is sometimes very slow  
Microwave ovens and some cordless phones operate at the same radio frequency as the GC79  
wireless LAN adapter. When the microwave oven or cordless phone is in use, it interferes with the  
wireless network.  
Therefore, check for possible sources of interference in the path between the GC79 and the network  
access point (AP).  
Data transfer is always very slow  
Some homes and most offices are steel-framed structures. The steel in such buildings may interfere  
with your network’s radio signals, thus causing a slowdown in the data transmission rate. Try  
moving your computers to different locations in the building to see if performance improves.  
Computer is not communicating with the network  
If your network has a wireless LAN access point, check all cables and make sure the power LED  
on the front of the AP is green. Verify that all of the wireless network properties settings are correct;  
Also, make sure that your computer is receiving a good signal from the access point; see Viewing the  
Network performance is really slow when the system is docked to a docking station  
that has an active Ethernet port  
This condition occurs if you dock your system into a docking station that has an active Ethernet port  
while your GC79 is still active and connected to a wireless LAN access point. This is because  
Windows must now handle two active network connections.  
You must either disconnect the Ethernet cable from your docking station, or disable the wireless  
LAN radio on your GC79.  
To disable the GC79 wireless LAN radio, right-click the  
icon and then select Disable Radio.  
Note:  
The radio is not automatically enabled when your computer next starts. To enable  
the radio, right-click the icon and then select Enable Radio.  
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Windows Error Codes  
Windows® 98  
Error 619:  
The port is  
disconnected  
during dial-up  
An ISDN mode (V110 or V120) has been selected when creating  
a connection, but is not supported by the network.  
Select Analogue mode when creating the connection in the  
Connection Wizard.  
Error 629:  
Telephony settings are set to pulse dialling, change to tone dialling.  
The port was  
disconnected  
by the remote  
machine during  
dial-up  
Check the dialling settings for the current location (In Control  
Panel  
Phone and Modem Options  
Dialing Rules  
Location  
Edit) and change the Dial using setting to tone,  
or (if Pulse is a necessity), create a new location called GC79  
Anywhere and set the dialling to Tone. GC79 anywhere location  
should then be used whenever you use the GC79.  
Error 630:  
A Dial-up networking connection is already connected. Close the  
connected dial-up and try again.  
The port was  
disconnected  
due to hardware  
failure during  
dial-up  
Error 645:  
Internal  
Incorrect APN or CID selected for network.  
Modify your Dial-up Connection, see Create a GPRS, HSCSD or  
authentication CSD Connection on page 21 for more details. Make sure that the  
error during  
dial-up  
APN file contains the name of the access point your network  
operator is using. See the support section on  
www.SonyEricsson.com site for a full list of network  
operator APNs.  
Error 650: The Incorrect User ID and/or password. Re enter correctly.  
Remote Access  
server is not  
responding  
during dial-up  
Error 678:  
Either: Service is not supported by SIM (usually for CSD/HSCSD)  
Computer you or the computer is not answering.  
are dialling is  
not responding 1 Check SIM settings with your service provider if necessary,  
during dial-up  
2 Make sure that the server you are dialling is OK,  
3 Make sure that Analogue mode has not been selected with  
57.6kbps data rate (V110 or V120 mode must be selected  
and supported by the network).  
Error 720:  
The service is not supported by the SIM, usually appears when  
No PPP control you are trying to connect to GPRS Internet. Contact service  
protocols  
provider to enable GPRS Internet access on SIM card.  
configured  
during dial-up  
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Error 619:  
The port is  
disconnected  
during dial-up  
An ISDN mode (V110 or V120) has been selected when creating  
a connection, but is not supported by the network.  
Select Analogue mode when creating the connection in the  
Connection Wizard.  
Error 678:  
Either: Service is not supported by SIM (usually for CSD/HSCSD)  
Computer you or the computer is not answering.  
are dialling is  
not responding 1 Check SIM settings with your service provider if necessary.  
during dial-up  
2 Make sure that the server you are dialling is OK.  
3 Make sure that Analogue mode has not been selected with  
57.6 kbps data rate (V110 or V120 mode must be selected and  
supported by the network).  
Error 691:  
The domain name entry is incorrect.  
Access denied, Correct the domain name entry or delete if not required.  
user name and  
password  
incorrect on the  
domain during  
dial-up  
Error 718: The This error indicates a PPP conversation started, but it was  
card was unable terminated because the remote server did not respond within  
to dial during  
dial-up  
an appropriate time. This can be caused by poor line quality or  
a problem with the server (ISP). This error can occur when your  
modem has connected to the ISP and has sent a username and  
password, but there is no response from the server.  
Wait a few minutes and try again.  
All Windows® Operating Systems  
Error 734: The PPP link  
control protocol was  
The APN entry is incorrect, the signal is weak or the  
connection is lost whilst dialling.  
terminated during dial-up See the support section on www.SonyEricsson.com  
site for a list of network operator APNs.  
Error 678: Computer  
you are dialing is not  
Either: Service is not supported by SIM (usually for CSD/  
HSCSD) or the computer is not answering.  
responding during dial-up Check SIM settings with your service provider if necessary.  
Make sure that the server you are dialing is OK.  
If you are unsure which speed to choose from the Speed  
tab, start with Analogue 9600, and check to see if it works.  
Once your connection works on Analog, you can try the  
V110/V120 settings to see if faster speeds are available.  
V110/V120 also connects faster than analog. When  
roaming you may need to repeat this procedure to adapt  
your settings to the capability of the local network operator.  
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Connection Failed or  
Activation Failed. Please  
contact your Service  
Provider.  
No specific reason for failure is available. Wait a few  
minutes and try again. If you continue to get this error  
check your connection settings or call your service provider  
for help.  
Connection Failed. Invalid The APN entry is incorrect, the signal is weak or the  
APN. Please check and  
enter the APN again.  
connection is lost whilst dialing. See the support section on  
www.SonyEricsson.com site for a list of network operator  
APNs or contact your service provider.  
Connection Failed. Invalid Choose to modify your connection in the Connection  
User Name or Password. Wizard. Go to the User ID screen and re enter the User  
Please check and enter the Name and Password given to you by your service provider.  
User Name and/or  
Password in your  
connection profile.  
If you were not supplied with a User Name and Password  
leave the fields blank. Contact your service provider if you  
continue to have problems.  
Connection Failed. Invalid Your service provider doesn't recognise you. Check the  
Profile. Please check and setting you have entered to create your connection. If you  
re-enter your connection  
still get the error contact your service provider and check  
profile information, and try you have GPRS Internet enabled on your subscription and  
again. If the problem  
continues please contact  
your Service Provider.  
then setting you should enter to create a connection.  
Disconnected from  
Network  
You have been disconnected from the network. Wait a few  
minutes and try again. If the problem persists contact your  
service provider.  
Connection failed.  
Temporary Network  
problem.  
This error indicates a PPP conversation started, but it was  
terminated because the remote server did not respond  
within an appropriate time. This can be caused by poor line  
quality or a problem with the server (ISP). This error can  
Please try again. If the  
problem continues please occur when your modem has connected to the ISP and has  
contact your Service  
Provider.  
sent a username and password, but there is no response  
from the server.  
Wait a few minutes and try again.  
Connection Failed. Not  
authorised to access  
network. Please contact  
your Service Provider.  
Your service provider doesn't think your authorised to  
access their network. Check the setting you have entered  
to create your connection. If you still get the error contact  
your service provider and check your subscription.  
Connection Failed. SIM  
Contact your service provider and request the GPRS  
is invalid for GPRS service. Internet subscription is activated for your SIM.  
Please contact your  
Service Provider.  
Connection Failed. Access Your service provider is not allowing you to access their  
to network not allowed.  
Please contact your  
Service Provider.  
network. Check the setting you have entered to create your  
connection. If you still get the error contact your service  
provider and check your subscription.  
Connection Failed.  
Roaming not allowed.  
Please contact your  
Service Provider.  
Contact your service provider to get your roaming  
activated.  
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Connection Failed. Please You couldn’t connect to the network. Wait a few minutes  
try again. If the problem and try again. If the problem persists contact your service  
continues please contact provider.  
your Service Provider.  
Connection Failed. Service Your service provider is not allowing you to access their  
not supported. Please try network. Contact your service provider and check you have  
again. If the problem  
continues please contact  
your Service Provider.  
the subscriptions required activated for your SIM.  
Connection Failed.  
You couldn’t connect to the network. Wait a few minutes  
Network Problem. Please and try again. If the problem persists contact your service  
try again. If the problem  
continues please contact  
your Service Provider.  
provider.  
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Sony Ericsson Support Web Site  
At www.SonyEricsson.com/support you can find help and tips in a few clicks. The support site  
gives you access to:  
the latest software updates  
tips on how to use your GC79 efficiently  
function guides  
additional help  
Important Information  
Please read this information before using your GC79.  
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 attempt to disassemble your product. Only Sony Ericsson authorized personnel should  
perform service.  
Do not remove the SIM.  
Children  
Do NOT allow children to play with your GC79. They could hurt themselves or others, or could  
accidentally damage the GC79. Your GC79 may contain small parts that could be detached and  
create a choking hazard.  
Disposing of the Product  
Your GC79 should not be placed in municipal waste. Please check local regulations for disposal  
of electronic products.  
Electronic Devices  
Most modern electronic equipment, for example equipment in hospitals and cars, is shielded from  
RF energy. However, certain electronic equipment is not, therefore:  
Do not use your GC79 near medical equipment without requesting permission.  
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The GC79 may affect the operation of some implanted cardiac pacemakers and other medically  
implanted equipment. Pacemaker patients should be aware that the use of a GC79 very close to  
a pacemaker might cause the device to malfunction. Avoid placing the GC79 over the pacemaker.  
If a minimum distance of 15 cm (6'' inches) is kept between the GC79 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 GC79. Contact your cardiologist for more information.  
If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine  
if it is adequately shielded from external RF energy.  
Turn your GC79 off in any facility where posted notices so require.  
You MUST remove your GC79 before boarding any aircraft.  
Aircraft  
To prevent interference with communication systems and abide by the law, you must not use your  
GC79 while the plane is in the air.  
Do not use it on the ground without permission from the crew.  
Blasting Areas  
Turn off your GC79 when in a blasting area or in areas posted turn off two-way radio to avoid  
interfering with blasting operations. Construction crews often use remote control RF devices to set  
off explosives.  
Explosive Atmospheres  
Turn off your PC when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere. It is rare, but your PC  
could generate sparks. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury  
or even death.  
Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly marked. They  
include fuelling areas, below deck on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, and areas  
where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders.  
Do not transport or store flammable gas, liquid, or explosives in the compartment of your vehicle,  
which contains your PC and accessories.  
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 GC79 is already  
in your hand before you insert or remove the SIM card.  
Radio wave exposure and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) information  
This GC79 PC Card has been designed to comply with applicable safety requirements for exposure  
to radio waves. These requirements are based on scientific guidelines that indicate safety margins  
designed to assure the safety of all persons regardless of age and health.  
The radio wave exposure guidelines employ a unit of measurement know as the Specific Absorption  
Rate or SAR. Tests for SAR are conducted using standardised methods with the PC Card  
transmitting at its highest certified power level in all used frequency bands.  
Whilst there may be differences between the SAR of various cellular devices they are all designed  
to meet the relevant guidelines for exposure to radio waves.  
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SAR data information for residents in countries that have adopted the SAR limit recommended by  
the International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP), which is 2 W/kg  
average over ten (10) grams of tissue (for example European Union, Japan, Brazil and New Zealand).  
The highest SAR value for this model PC Card when tested by Sony Ericsson, to the users body and  
to the bodies of bystanders, is 1.23 W/kg (10g).  
SAR data information for residents in countries/regions that have adopted the AR limit  
recommended by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE), which is 1.6 W/kg  
averaged over one (1) gram of tissue (for example USA, Canada, Australia and Taiwan).  
The highest SAR value for this model PC Card when tested by Sony Ericsson, the users body and  
to the bodies of bystanders, is 1.084 W/kg (1g).  
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Technical Specifications  
Product name  
PC Card Type  
System  
GC79  
32-bit Cardbus  
WLAN 2.4GHz ISM band  
E-GSM 900  
GSM 1800  
GSM 1900  
Services supported  
SIM Card  
WLAN: 802.11b  
GSM: CSD, HSCSD, GPRS, SMS, Fax  
Speech services are not supported  
Small plug-in card, 3V type  
SIM Lock supported  
Regular (non-GPRS-aware) and GPRS-aware  
SIMs supported  
Type Number  
FAE-1021011-BV  
Exterior Description  
Size  
PC Card Type II  
Card part: 85.6 mm x 54.0 mm x 5.0 mm  
Extension part: 15.4 mm x 54.0 mm x 10.5 mm  
Weight  
Battery  
Antenna  
36g excluding SIM card  
Powered via the PC card slot; uses laptop battery  
WLAN and GSM antenna integrated in the 15 mm  
card extension  
Ambient Temperatures  
Operating  
Storage  
-10 to 55 degrees C  
-20 to 65 degrees C  
Electrical Characteristics  
Supported Voltages  
3.3V ± 10%  
Nominal Operating Voltage  
3.6V  
Standby Current  
4.2mA  
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Operating System Support  
Supported Operating  
Microsoft Windows98SE  
Microsoft WindowsMe  
Microsoft Windows2000 (SP2)  
Microsoft WindowsXP  
Systems  
Minimum PC  
Specification  
Processor size as recommended by Microsoft for  
the version of Windows® in use  
30 MB free disk space  
Drivers  
Microsoft WHQL-approved for Windows 2000 and XP  
Supplied Software (on CD-ROM)  
GC79 Manager  
Documentation  
Status, SMS, Address Book and Settings  
User Manual  
AT Command Reference  
GSM Performance and technical characteristics  
Dimension  
GSM 900/  
E-GSM 900  
GSM 1800  
GSM 1900  
Frequency  
Range  
TX: 880 – 914 MHz  
RX: 925 – 959 MHz  
TX: 1710 – 1785 MHz  
RX: 1805 – 1880 MHz  
TX: 1850 – 1910 MHz  
RX: 1930 – 1990 MHz  
Channel  
Spacing  
200 kHz  
200 kHz  
200 kHz  
Number of  
Channels  
175 Carriers * 8  
(TDMA)  
374 Carriers * 8  
(TDMA)  
299 Carriers * 8  
(TDMA)  
Modulation  
GMSK  
GMSK  
GMSK  
TX Phase  
Accuracy  
5 degrees (RMS)  
20 degrees (Peak)  
5 degrees (RMS)  
20 degrees (Peak)  
5 degrees (RMS)  
20 degrees (Peak)  
Duplex  
45 MHz  
95 MHz  
80 MHz  
spacing  
Frequency  
Stability  
0.1ppm  
0.1ppm  
0.1ppm  
Transmitter  
RF Power  
Output  
33 dBm Class 4  
2 W peak  
30 dBm Class 1  
1 W peak  
30 dBm Class 1  
1 W peak  
Transmitter  
Output  
50Ω  
50Ω  
50Ω  
Impedance  
Transmitter  
Spurious  
Emission  
According to GSM  
specification  
According to GSM  
specification  
According to GSM  
specification  
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RF Level  
-102 dBm  
-102 dBm  
-102 dBm  
-4  
-4  
-4  
<= 10 (Static Ch.)  
<= 10 (Static Ch.)  
<= 10 (Static Ch.)  
Receiver  
RX Bit  
<= 3% (EQ50 ch)  
<= 3% (EQ50 ch)  
<= 3% (EQ50 ch)  
Error Rate  
GSM Features Supported  
ME SIM Lock  
Online Services  
USSD  
Yes  
SIM-AT Class 1b (Class 2 without call control.)  
Support is provided via AT commands; No MMI is provided  
Not applicable (GC79 does not support speech services)  
Speech Coding  
CSD technical data  
Standards  
AT commands industry standard ETSI 07.05, 07.07 and  
07.10, V.25ter command set supported  
CSD Data Rates  
Compression  
9.6 kbps or 14.4 kbps depending on the GSM network  
MNP5 (Increases data rate up to 2x depending on data type)  
V.42bis (Increases data rate up to 4x depending on data type)  
GSM network support required for compression  
Error Correction  
End to End MNP2 and LAPM (V.42)  
RLP  
Requires GSM Network support  
GSM/ISDN  
According to V.110 and V.120  
HSCSD Maximum Data Rates (kbps)  
9.6 kbps per  
timeslot  
14.4 kbps per  
timeslot  
4 + 1  
3 + 2  
RX  
TX  
RX  
TX  
38.4  
57.6  
14.4  
43.2  
28.8  
9.6  
28.8  
19.2  
The speeds given are maximums, Sony Ericsson cannot guarantee how fast your network  
will operate.  
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GPRS technical data  
GPRS Specification  
SMG31bis  
SMG  
Data Rates  
Multislot class 10 supported (see table below)  
Coding schemes: CS-1, CS-2, CS-3 and CS-4  
Mode of Operation  
Class B (attaches to both GSM and GPRS at the same time;  
data connection is established using CS (CSD/HSCSD) or  
GPRS) The user may select CSD, HSCSD or GPRS modes  
via Dial-Up Networking configurations in Windows  
R Reference Point  
Attach Modes  
Physical layer: RS232 virtual COM port  
Authentication mechanisms PAP and CHAP supported  
GPRS attach  
GPRS detach  
Combined attach (CS+GPRS) (CCCH)  
Combined detach (CCCH)  
Combined attach (CS+GPRS) (PCCCH)  
Combined detach (PCCCH)  
Network Modes  
Network Modes 1, 2 and 3  
R Reference Point  
Physical layer: RS232 virtual COM port  
Authentication mechanisms: PAP and CHAP supported  
IP Connectivity  
PDP type IP is supported  
IPv4, terminated in Windows® DUN  
SMS over GPRS  
QoS  
Mobile Originated and Mobile Terminated  
Support for all 4 classes  
QoS negotiation  
PDP Context  
Up to 10 PDP context details are stored in GC79 Manager.  
PDP Context description edited via supplied Wizard or  
AT-command  
Simultaneous PDP contexts not supported  
Network initiated PDP context activation, modification and  
deactivation  
Collision of MS and network-initiated PDP context activation  
SIM  
Support for GPRS aware as well as non-GPRS-aware SIMs  
Compression  
TCP/IP Header Compression  
V42bis  
GPRS Encryption  
GEA1  
GPRS Frequency  
Hopping  
Supported  
GPRS IP allocation  
Dynamic  
Static  
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CS-1  
9.05 kbps  
CS-2  
13.4 kbps  
CS-3  
15.6 kbps  
CS-4  
21.4 kbps  
4 + 1  
3 + 2  
RX  
TX  
RX  
TX  
36.2  
9.05  
27.15  
18.1  
53.6  
13.4  
40.2  
26.8  
62.4  
15.6  
46.8  
31.2  
85.6  
21.4  
64.2  
42.8  
Speed achieved depends on the Coding Scheme supported by the GSM Network. The speeds given  
are maximums, Sony Ericsson cannot guarantee how fast your network will operate.  
At the time of writing, CS-2 is the most commonly used coding scheme.  
SMS Technical Data  
Concatenated SMS  
Yes.  
SMS Cell Broadcast  
Supported in GC79 Manager and by AT Commands  
(excluding Cell ID)  
SMS Immediate  
Display  
Supported in GC79 Manager and by AT Commands  
Character Sets  
SMS interface  
Unicode support for Chinese  
GC79 Manager  
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Software Upgrade  
PC Card software  
Via secure internet download (Sony Ericsson Update  
Service) or at a Sony Ericsson Service Points.  
upgrade  
PC GC79 Manager  
Internet download.  
Fax Technical Data  
Machine groups  
Speed  
Class 2, Group 3 and 4  
9.6kbps  
Verified applications  
Microsoft Fax (Windows 2000 and XP; may require  
installing), Symantecand WinfaxPRO 10(not  
supplied).  
WLAN Technical Data  
Standard  
IEEE 802.11b  
11Mbps  
Maximum speed  
Frequency band  
Modes  
2.4GHz ISM band  
Infrastructure (connect to an Access Point)  
Ad-hoc (connect in an informal network of machines)  
Security and  
Authentication  
WEP: 40 and 104 bits  
802.1X (TLS and TTLS)  
EAP-SIM (when standard is approved)  
EAP-TLS, EAP-LEAP, EAP-PEAP, EAP broadcast  
key, EAP MID-5 challenge  
AT+CSIM command support  
Radio power output  
GSM900  
GSM1800  
GSM1900  
Class 4  
Class 1  
Class 1  
2 W  
1 W  
1 W  
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Quick Start Guide  
English (EN)  
Danish (DA)  
PC Software  
User’s Guide (PDF)  
Dutch (NL)  
Finnish (FI)  
French (FR)  
German (DE)  
Italian (IT)  
Norwegian (NO)  
Spanish (ES)  
Swedish (SV)  
Portuguese (PT)  
Turkish (TR)  
Traditional Chinese (ZT)  
Simplified Chinese (ZS)  
AT Command  
English  
Reference (PDF)  
Additional Information  
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License  
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By opening the sealed Software package and/or using the Software you agree to be bound by  
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The Software licensed hereunder may be delivered in an inseparable package also containing other  
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declare under our sole responsibility that our product,  
Sony Ericsson type FAE-1021011-BV,  
and in combination with our accessories, to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the  
appropriate standards 3GPP TS 51.010-1, EN 301489-7 and EN 60950, 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.  
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Place and date of issue  
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FCC Statement  
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Before a modem 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.  
The tests are performed in positions and locations as required by the FCC for each model. Body  
worn measurements are made while the product is in use and worn on the body with an Sony  
Ericsson accessory. The design and composition of an accessory can affect the body worn SAR  
(Specific Absorption Rate) levels for the modem card. The distance used in the SAR Test Report  
for this device is 4mm.  
Sony Ericsson has not measured, and makes no representation about, the body worn SAR levels  
when the modem card is used with non-Sony Ericsson accessories.  
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) The device must accept  
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.  
FCC-ID: PY7F1021011  
IC: 4170B-F1021011  
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Appendix A - GSM Connection Parameters  
General Connection Parameters for CSD/HSCSD and GPRS  
Required  
Useful information  
Telephone  
Number you need to dial to reach your service provider. Use the full  
number including country code and area code, e.g. +46 33 555 2525.  
Or  
The APN server resource to contact, for example, Interent.operator.net -  
to connect to the Internet via the mobile operator’s or your corporate  
Intranet via a VPN.  
number or  
Access Point  
Name (APN)  
Bearer  
You will need to know the bearer capability provided by your service  
provider, so you can select the appropriate option during set up.  
capability:  
CSD, HSCSD  
or GPRS?  
CSD Network  
Speed  
If you intend to create connections via CSD contact your network operator  
and check the supported speeds.  
HSCSD Network  
Speed  
If you intend to create connections via HSCSD contact your network  
operator and check the supported speeds.  
Username  
The username your service provider gave you when the account was set  
up. Some dial-up accounts do not require a Username, in this case leave  
the field blank.  
Password  
Password associated with the username, given to you by the service  
provider. Some dial-up accounts do not require a Password, in this case  
leave the field blank.  
IP assignment:  
Server / Static  
An ‘address’ that the service provider knows you by and uses to route  
information to and from your GC79. Your IP address will either be:  
Server - assigned by the service provider when you connect.  
Static - assigned once by the service provider or the IT Manager.  
If your IP address is Static you must enter it into Own IP address fields  
which is available when you select Details in the Connection APN dialog.  
DNS  
assignment:  
Server / Static  
This tells the GC79 where to find the service provider’s DNS Service.  
IP address so that the information can be accessed.  
service provider when you connect. If static is selected additional fields  
need to be completed containing the static information.  
Own IP address  
Only required if the IP assignment is static.  
Format example: 123.9.45.3  
Do not enter any leading 0s when typing in IP address.  
Primary DNS  
Only required if the DNS assignment is static.  
Format example:123.9.45.2  
Secondary DNS  
Only required if the DNS assignment is static.  
Format example: 123.9.45.1  
Access Point  
Name (APN)  
If the APN is set to default you will have to enter the name of the access  
point your network operator is using.  
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CSD/HSCSD Specific Parameters  
Required  
Useful information  
Preferred  
Connection  
Speed (bits/s)  
Select your preferred network connection speed from the drop down  
list provided:  
9600, 14400, 19200, 28800, 38400, 43200* or 57600*  
Connection  
Mode  
Select the method you want to use to connect to the network from  
the options provided:  
analogue, ISDN V.110 or ISDN V.120  
Compression  
Use to speed up data transfer. You can select to Enable Data  
Compression and Header Compression.  
Callback  
Number  
Enter the number the a callback should be made to. You can only use  
Callback if you are connecting to a source that gives permission for  
callbacks to be made, for example your company server.  
* Only available with ISDN V.110 or V.120 connection mode.  
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Appendix B - Windows Log on using a GSM/GPRS  
Dial-up Connection  
The GC79 PC Card supports the Windows Log on using dial-up connection feature.  
To log on to Windows using a GSM or GPRS dial-up connection the GC79 PC Card must be inserted  
and the radio enabled before you log on. To enable the radio prior to logon, select Enable radio  
immediately when card inserted checkbox on the Radio Power preferences tab, see Radio Power  
Tab on page 17 for more details.  
Important!  
Never start your PC in this mode if you are in a location where mobile devices shouldn’t  
be used, for example, on an aeroplane, in hospital or near a blast site.  
Only check this option if you need to log on to a Windows Domain via a wireless dial-up connection.  
This will permit the GC79 to register with the GSM network and establish a connection when the  
Windows logon screen is displayed.  
Note:  
It is not possible to display network status or signal strength during the Windows logon  
procedure, so you should allow enough time for the GC79 to find and register with the network  
prior to attempting to log on.  
The dial-up connections available to the Windows Logon must have been created by a user account  
with Administrator privilege and designated For all users. This must be done using the Windows  
Network Connection Wizard, because the GC79 Manager can only create connections for the  
current user ID. Normally the Windows Logon using dial-up connection will be using a CSD/  
HSCSD session to a corporate network, so that the logon credentials can be validated by a  
Windows Domain Server.  
Note:  
A HSCSD networking session will require some additional settings to be added to your ini  
There may be special circumstances where a GPRS dial-up connection is required for logon.  
To create a GPRS dial-up connection, follow these steps:  
1. Create the Windows dial-up connection using the Windows Network Connection Wizard.  
For the telephone number, use *99***3#.  
2. Set the GPRS context parameters in the GC79 PC Card.  
Open a Windows Hyperterminal session on the same port as the GC79, running at 115Kbps,  
and type in the following AT Command.  
AT+CGDCONT=3,“IP”,“<AccessPointName>”,“”,0,0  
where <AccessPointName> is the name of the special GPRS access point for your corporate  
GPRS service.  
Note:  
In this example, we used GPRS Context 3. There are 1-10 possible contexts supported by the  
GC79 PC Card (1..8). Context ID 2 is reserved for connections created by the GC79 Manager.  
Refer to the GC79 AT Commands Manual or contact your service provider for further assistance.  
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Appendix C - Changing the GC79 Wireless LAN  
Adapter Properties  
1. Click the Start button.  
2. Select Settings  
Control Panel.  
3. Click System.  
4. Select the Hardware tab.  
5. Select Device Manager  
Network adapters  
802.11b Network Adapter  
Advanced.  
To change the value for any of the listed properties, click the property and then change the value in  
the Value box by either selecting a new value from the drop-down list or by typing in a new value,  
as appropriate.  
Note:  
It is strongly recommended that the values are only changed by network administrators  
or technicians with wireless LAN experience.  
Item  
Useful information  
IBSS Channel  
Number  
Selects the independent basic service set (IBSS) channel number on  
which to operate. The GC79 comes preset for use on channels 1-11.  
These values are legal in most countries. Some countries allow use on  
more channels. If you travel to one of these countries, you may change the  
value for IBSS Channel Number to 12 or 13.  
Locale  
Selects the operating characteristics that comply with the regulations  
that apply in a particular country. Before connecting to a wireless network,  
you should verify that the Locale value is correct. If you travel to different  
countries with your GC79, you should change the Locale value to suit.  
If the destination country is not listed, change the Locale value to  
Worldwide. Reset the Locale value after returning.  
Residents of both Canada and the United States should use the value USA.  
For details of an easier way of changing this value, see GC79 Wireless  
Radio Enable/  
Disable  
Enables or disables the GC79 wireless LAN radio. This may be necessary  
necessary at times to turn off the radio to comply with restrictions  
prohibiting the emission of radio signals, such as during takeoff and  
landing onboard a commercial aircraft.  
For details of an easier way of changing this value, see GC79 Wireless  
Rate  
Sets the transmission rate. The default value is Use best rate. This  
automatically adjusts the data rate to the optimal rate based on the  
capabilities of the other clients and access points.  
Fragmentation  
Threshold  
The threshold at which the IEEE 802.11 adapter breaks the packet into  
multiple frames.  
Locally  
Administered  
MAC Address  
This is used to override the MAC address of the GC79 wireless LAN  
network adapter.  
PLCP Header  
This is used to set the header type used for CCK rates. The type can be  
long, or auto (short / long).  
Power Output  
Sets the percentage of the maximum available output power to be used.  
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Power Save  
Mode  
This is used to put the GC79-enabled computer into the IEEE 802.11  
Power Save mode. In Power Save mode, the radio is periodically powered  
down to conserve power. When in Power Save mode, packets are stored  
in the AP until the PC comes on.  
RTS Threshold  
If the number of frames in the data packet is at or above the RTS  
Threshold, a request to send/clear to send handshake is turned on before  
sending the data packet. The default value is 2347.  
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Appendix D- Initiating a HSCSD Connection from  
Outside the GC79 Manager  
The HSCSD speed is normally entered in the GC79 Manager Connection Wizard. The specified  
speed is requested when the Connect button is pressed in the Status screen of the GC79 Manager.  
In exceptional cases you may need to initiate an HSCSD call from outside the GC79 Manager  
speed must be specified by placing additional commands in the GC79 Wireless Modem properties.  
Note:  
GC79 Wireless Modem properties settings will override any settings for connections initiated  
from the GC79 Manager.  
1. To access the GC79 Wireless Modem properties, select Start  
Settings  
Control Panel  
Phone and Modem Options.  
2. Select the Modems tab.  
3. Select the Sony Ericsson GC79 Wireless Modem and click Properties.  
4. Click the Advanced tab and enter the HSCSD setting into the Extra initialization  
commands: field.  
5. To set the connection to analog 28.8 place +CBST=7,0,1;+CHSN=4,0,0,12 in this field,  
Click OK.  
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The table below shows the AT Commands for each speed and bearer:  
Speed  
+CBST  
+CHSN  
Analog mode  
9.6  
7,0,1  
7,0,1  
7,0,1  
7,0,1  
7,0,1  
1,0,0,12  
2,0,0,12  
3,0,0,12  
4,0,0,12  
5,0,0,12  
14.4  
19.2  
28.8  
38.4  
ISDN mode V.110  
9.6  
71,0,1  
75,0,1  
79,0,1  
80,0,1  
81,0,1  
81,0,1  
81,0,1  
1,0,0,12  
2,0,0,12  
3,0,0,12  
4,0,0,12  
5,0,0,12  
6,0,0,12  
7,0,0,12  
14.4  
19.2  
28.8  
38.4  
43.2  
57.6  
ISDN mode V.120  
9.6  
39,0,1  
43,0,1  
47,0,1  
48,0,1  
49,0,1  
50,0,1  
51,0,1  
1,0,0,12  
2,0,0,12  
3,0,0,12  
4,0,0,12  
5,0,0,12  
6,0,0,12  
7,0,0,12  
14.4  
19.2  
28.8  
38.4  
43.2  
57.6  
Note:  
Speeds relate to the receive (downlink) speed. When connected at 43.2 or 57.6,  
uplink (transmit) speed will be 14.4 maximum. At lower receive speeds, transmit speed  
can be up to 28.8.  
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Glossary  
802.11  
COM Port  
A standard developed by the IEEE. The 802 family  
of standards relates to local and wide area networks.  
802.11 refers to WLAN standards.  
Defines a serial/RS-232 port within the Windows®  
environment. May be physical (COM1 port on the rear  
of the PC) or virtual (COM5 port communicating with  
a PC card modem)  
802.11b  
CS  
The IEEE standard relating to WLAN operating at  
2.4GHz and having a maximum speed of 11Mbps.  
Circuit Switched. Connection from A to B which has a  
fixed bandwidth and is maintained over a period of time,  
for example a voice telephone call.  
802.1X  
802.1X is the security layer in the 802 standard.  
CS-1 to CS-4  
802.3  
Coding Scheme. Determines the data rate per timeslot  
in GPRS.  
The IEEE standard for Ethernet based wired networks.  
CSD  
AP  
Circuit Switched Data. CSD is a GSM service providing  
a CS data connection at a rate of 9.6 or 14.4 kbps.  
Access Point. A device which provides wireless 802.11  
access to a wired network (typically 802.3 Ethernet).  
The user can see available APs in the vicinity and  
(depending on security/authentication requirements)  
connect to the internet or intranet services they offer.  
A group of APs can be networked to provide service in a  
wider area, or to break down traffic into smaller hotspots.  
DUN  
Dial-Up Networking.  
e-GSM  
Extended GSM. New frequencies specified by the  
European Radio Communications Committee (ERC)  
for GSM use when additional spectrum is needed  
(Network-dependent). It allows operators to transmit  
and receive just outside GSM’s core 900 frequency  
band. This extension gives increased network capability.  
APN  
Access Point Name. Used in GPRS to define services  
to which the terminal can connect. For example, Internet,  
WAP, MyCompany.  
Bearer  
ETSI  
Path over which data flows. Specifically in CSD and  
HSCSD, the type of telephony link from the GSM  
network to the server - V PSTN or ISDN.  
European Telecommunications Standards Institute.  
bps  
GGSN  
Bits per second - rate of data flow.  
Gateway GPRS Support Node.  
GPRS  
General Packet Radio Services.  
GSM  
Global System for Mobile Communications. GSM is the  
world’s most widely-used digital mobile phone system,  
now operating in over 160 countries around the world.  
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GSM 900  
ME  
The GSM system family includes GSM 900, GSM 1800  
and GSM 1900. There are different phases of roll-out for  
the GSM system and GSM phones are either phase 1 or  
phase 2 compliant.  
Mobile Equipment.  
MO  
Mobile Origination. For example, an SMS message  
sent from a mobile terminal.  
GSM 1800  
Also known as DCS 1800 or PCN, this is a GSM digital  
network working on a frequency of 1800 MHz. It is used  
in Europe and Asia-Pacific.  
MMI  
Man-Machine Interface.  
MS  
GSM 1900  
Mobile Station.  
Also known as PCS. Refers to a GSM system running in  
the 1900MHz band. Used in the USA and Canada, for  
instance.  
MT  
Mobile Termination.  
Hotspot  
NDIS  
An area in which a WLAN service exists.  
Network Driver Interface Specification. A Windows  
device driver interface enabling a single NIC to support  
multiple network protocols. For example, TCP/IP and IPX.  
HSCSD  
High Speed Circuit Switched Data.  
NIC  
HTML  
Network Interface Card.  
HyperText Markup Language.  
OTP  
HTTP  
One Time Password. A security procedure where the  
user is given a new password for each login.  
HyperText Transfer Protocol.  
IEEE  
PC  
Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers.  
Personal Computer.  
ISDN  
PCS  
Integrated Services Digital Network. Can provide  
circuit-switched data connections in multiples of  
64 kbps.  
Personal Communications Services, often used  
to describe GSM1900 networks.  
PC Card  
ISP  
A card having physical and electrical characteristics  
specified by PCMCIA providing extra functionality  
when inserted into a laptop PC. Typical examples are  
modems and network cards. Type refers to the thickness  
of the card. The GC79 is type II.  
Internet Service Provider.  
kbps  
Kilobits per second - rate of data flow.  
LAN  
PCMCIA  
Local Area Network.  
Personal Computer Memory Card International  
Association – defines specifications for PC Cards.  
MAC  
Media Access Control.  
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PDP  
TCP/IPv6  
Packet Data Protocol.  
Updated version of TCP/IP, having a much larger  
address space and many enhancements.  
Phone book  
TE  
A memory in the SIM card where phone numbers  
can be stored and accessed by name or position.  
Terminal Equipment. Generic term for GSM terminals  
such as phones and PC cards.  
PSTN  
Terminal Adaptor  
Public Switched Telephone Network, for example  
ordinary analogue phone line for speech and/or computer  
modem.  
Generic term for the equipment terminating a digital  
comms line such as an ISDN2 line. The GC79 is a  
Terminal Adaptor since it interfaces to GSM digital  
data services.  
RADIUS  
Remote Access Dial-In Service. Facility at the ISP  
or corporation to manage remote data connections.  
TLS  
Transport Layer Security. Used by Web browsers,  
for example.  
RAS  
Remote Access Service.  
TX  
RX  
Transmit  
Receive  
Type II  
SC  
Refers to thickness of a PC Card as defined in the  
specification from PCMCIA.  
Service Centre (for SMS).  
URL  
Service Provider  
Uniform Resource Locator.  
A company that provides services and subscriptions to  
GC79 users.  
USSD  
SIM card  
Unstructured Supplementary Services Data. Narrow-  
band GSM data service. For example entering  
*79*1234# might return the stock price for stock 1234.  
Subscriber Identity Module card – a card that must be  
inserted in any GSM-based mobile terminal. It contains  
subscriber details, security information and memory for  
a personal directory of numbers. The card can be a small  
plug-in type or credit card-sized, but both types have the  
same functions. The GC79 uses the small plug-in card.  
V.110  
ETSI standard for data over an ISDN circuit.  
V.120  
SMS  
ETSI standard for data over an ISDN circuit.  
Short Message Service. Allows messages of up to 160  
characters to be sent and received via the network  
operator's message centre to a GC79.  
VPN  
Virtual Private Network.  
TCP/IP  
WECA  
Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol.  
Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance. Also known  
as the WiFi Alliance. A trade body for promotion of  
802.11 technologies and which tests and certifies  
products for WiFi inter-operability.  
TCP/IPv4  
TCP/IP Version 4. Most widely implemented form of  
TCP/IP today having a 4 byte address format such as  
212.161.127.136.  
Glossary  
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WEP  
Wired Equivalent Privacy. An encryption service built  
in tot many 802.11 products intended to make the  
connection secure.  
WiFi  
Wireless Fidelity. The popular name for 802.11  
technologies that have passed WiFi Certification  
Testing, for which WECA is responsible.  
WiFi Alliance  
See WECA.  
WLAN  
Wireless LAN (Local Area Network).  
WML  
Wireless Markup Language. A markup language used  
for authoring services, fulfilling the same role as HTML  
does on the world-wide web. In contrast to HTML,  
WML has been specifically designed to suit small hand-  
held devices.  
WWW  
World Wide Web.  
XML  
Extensible Markup Language.  
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Index  
A
H
Hardware overview  
C
Connection setup  
I
D
O
Overview  
E
P
G
R
S
GSM network and subscription  
Software overview  
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