Socket Mobile 56K Modem Card User manual

56K Modem Card

CompactFlash modem card and software for adding

connectivity to the following mobile computers:

• Pocket PC 2000/2002/2003

• Handheld PC, Handheld PC Pro and HPC 2000

• Casio BE-300 Cassiopeia Pocket Manager

• Windows 950B/98/Me/2000/XP notebook

User’s Guide

2 |

Table of Contents

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 4

Overview 4

Package Contents 5

Hardware Features 5

CHAPTER 2 SETUP FOR WINDOWS CE 6

Installation Steps Summary 6

STEP 1: Register Your Card 6

STEP 2: Prepare Dial-up Information 6

STEP 3: Install the Software 7

STEP 4: Insert the Card 9

STEP 5: Set up the Dial-up Connection 9

STEP 6: Connect to a Telephone Line 24

STEP 7: Dial and Connect! 24

OPTIONAL: Set up the Card for Your Country 32

OPTIONAL: Check Connection Time 33

CHAPTER 3 SETUP FOR CASIO BE-300 34

Installation Steps Summary 34

STEP 1: Register Your Card 34

STEP 2: Prepare Dial-up Information 34

STEP 3: Install the Software 35

STEP 4: Insert the Card 37

STEP 5: Set up the Dial-up Connection 38

STEP 6: Connect to a Telephone Line 39

STEP 7: Dial and Connect! 39

OPTIONAL: Set up the Card for Your Country 41

OPTIONAL: Check Connection Time 42

OPTIONAL: Set up Advanced Networking 42

CHAPTER 4 SETUP FOR WINDOWS

95/98/ME/2000/XP 43

Installation Steps Summary 43

STEP 1: Register Your Card 43

STEP 2: Prepare Dial-up Information 43

STEP 3: Insert the Card 44

STEP 4: Install the Drivers 45

STEP 5: Set up Your Dial-up Connection 46

STEP 6: Connect to a Telephone Line 47

STEP 7: Dial and Connect! 47

OPTIONAL: Set up Advanced Networking 48

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APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS 50

APPENDIX B NETWORK INFORMATION 51

APPENDIX C SUPPORT RESOURCES 52

Technical Support 52

Users’ Forum 53

Limited Warranty 54

Copyright Notice 56

4 | CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION

Chapter 1 Introduction

Overview

Thank you for purchasing the Socket 56K Modem Card.

The Socket 56K Modem Card allows you to transform your

mobile computer into a portable data communications tool.

Now you can check email, fax, and browse the web

wherever there is an available analog telephone line.

You can use the 56K Modem Card with these mobile

computers:

• Pocket PC 2000/2002/2003

• Handheld PC, Handheld PC Pro and Handheld PC 2000

(based on Windows CE v2.11 or v3.0)

• Casio BE-300 Cassiopeia Pocket Manager

• Windows 95/98/Me/2000/XP notebook with a 3.3V Cardbus slot

*

The Socket 56K Modem comes with WhereAreYou? software

for Windows CE. This optional software makes it easy to

monitor the modem’s connection activities and connection time.

Plus, you can program the modem card to work in whatever

country you choose, so you can stay connected wherever you go.

The Socket 56K Modem Card works with any Windows

95/98/Me/2000/XP notebook computer with a 3.3V CardBus slot. This

means you can use the card with virtually any notebook computer built in

the last several years. For notebook computers, no software installation is

necessary.

This User’s Guide describes how to set up and use the 56K Modem Card.

For advanced users, it also contains tips on setting up a connection to a

RAS server.

For information on using the 56K Modem Card with a Sharp Zaurus

handheld computer, visit: www.socketcom.com/ZaurusSharp.asp

For software updates, visit: www.socketcom.com/support/support_56k.asp

Register the product online at www.socketcom.com/prodreg

*

Windows 95 v4.00.950B; Windows 98; Windows 98 Second Edition

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION | 5

Package Contents

The Socket 56K Modem Card package includes the following items:

• Socket 56K Modem Card

• Socket 56K Modem Installation CD

• Software installation guide with warranty and copyright information

Hardware Features

Link Status LED

Indicates that the modem card is either dialing or connected to a network.

Power Status LED

Indicates that the modem card is using power.

Data Status LED

Indicates data transmission via the modem card.

.

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Chapter 2 Setup for Windows CE

This chapter explains how to install and use the 56K Modem Card with a

Pocket PC 2000/2002/2003, Handheld PC, Handheld PC Pro or Handheld

PC 2000.

Installation Steps Summary

STEP 1: Register your card.

STEP 2: Prepare dial-up information.

STEP 3: If desired, install the software.

STEP 4: Insert the card.

STEP 5: Set up the dial-up connection.

STEP 6: Connect to a telephone line.

STEP 7: Dial and connect!

OPTIONAL: Set up the card for your country.

OPTIONAL: Check connection time.

STEP 1: Register Your Card

Socket highly recommends that all users register their product. Registered

users receive priority for technical support. You can register your 56K

Modem Card online at: www.socketcom.com/prodreg

STEP 2: Prepare Dial-up Information

Find out the following dial-up information. If needed, contact your network

administrator or ISP. You need this information to set up a connection.

Dial-up number: (_____) _______________________________

User name: __________________________________________

Password: ___________________________________________

Note: For most users, only the information above is necessary. If you are

an advanced user and want to perform a more detailed setup, then complete

the Network Information Form in Appendix B.

CHAPTER 2: SETUP FOR WINDOWS CE | 7

STEP 3: Install the Software

Should I install Socket’s WhereAreYou? software?

You have two options for software installation:

Option 1: Skip software installation.

Windows CE-based mobile computers come with a generic built-in modem

driver. For basic operation of the modem card, you can use the built-in

driver and skip software installation. If you plan to use your device’s built-

in drivers, then proceed to Step 4 to insert the modem card into your device.

Option 2: Install Socket’s enhanced software.

You can use the modem card with Socket’s WhereAreYou? software, which

is enhanced with the features listed below. If you do not need these

features, skip software installation.

• A task tray icon that makes it easy to check if you have a good

connection

• An applet that reports your connection time

• An applet that lets you program the modem card to work in any

country

Software Installation

If you have not installed the software yet, follow the steps below. Make

sure to install the software BEFORE inserting the modem card.

1. Make an active connection between the mobile computer and a host PC.

An active connection exists if data can move between the host PC and

mobile computer via a serial/USB/Ethernet connection cable or cradle.

2. Insert the Socket 56K Modem Installation CD into the host PC.

3. Use My Computer or Windows Explorer to access your CD-ROM drive.

Click on SETUP.EXE.

N

ote: The host

P

C can be a

desktop or

notebook PC.

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4. The Setup Center will appear in your browser. Follow the instructions

on your screen to install the software for Windows CE.

5. When the File Download screen appears, click Open.

Do NOT click Save!

6. The Setup program for WhereAreYou? Software will appear. Follow the

instructions on your screen until installation is complete.

7. When installation is complete, disconnect the mobile computer from the

host PC. Soft reset the mobile computer by pressing the reset button.

Important! Make sure you soft reset your mobile computer by pressing

the reset button!

Pocket PC 2003 only: Do not soft reset the device when a Socket card is

inserted, or application errors may occur. If errors occur, remove the

card and soft reset the device. Wait for the device reset to finish before

you re-insert the card.

CHAPTER 2: SETUP FOR WINDOWS CE | 9

STEP 4: Insert the Card

Note: If you installed Socket’s WhereAreYou? software, you

may want to use it now to set up the modem card for your

country. You must start this process BEFORE inserting the

card. For instructions, go to page 32.

Insert the 56K Modem Card into your mobile computer, with the gray label

on top. If using a PC Card slot, first plug the card into a CompactFlash-to-

PC Card adapter.

Warning! Do NOT insert the card upside down, or damage may occur!

When you insert the card, the Power and Data Status LEDs will blink then

turn off.

STEP 5: Set up the Dial-up Connection

The process for setting up a dial-up connection differs between Pocket PC

2000/2002/2003, and Handheld PC devices. In the following pages, find the

instructions for your specific type of Windows CE-based mobile computer.

You will need your dial-up information for this step. For most devices, this

step involves two separate parts: making a new connection and entering the

dialing settings.

P

lug the card

directly into a

CompactFlash

I

/O slot.

OR

I

nsert card into

an adapter for

use in a PC

Card slot.

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Pocket PC 2000

Make a New Connection

1. Go to Start | Settings | Connections. Tap on Modem.

2. In the next screen, tap New Connection…

3. In the next screen, enter the following settings.

1. Enter a name…: Enter a name, such as “My 56K Connection.”

2. Select a modem: Socket 56K Modem or Socket-CF+_ 56K_Modem.

3. Baud Rate: 57600

If you DO NOT need to enter any IP addresses, tap Next.

If you DO need to enter IP addresses, tap Advanced. Use the TCP/IP and

Name Servers screens to enter the necessary IP addresses. Tap ok. In the

next screen, tap Next.

CHAPTER 2: SETUP FOR WINDOWS CE | 11

4. Enter the dial-up number and tap Next. You can enter the phone number

without spaces or dashes.

Important! Be sure to enter the correct Country code, Area code, and

Phone number! Do not leave any field blank!

5. Make sure Wait for dial tone before dialing is checked. Tap Finish.

Enter Dialing Settings

1. After making the new connection, you will return to the Connections

screen. Your new connection should be listed. Tap on the Dialing tab.

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2. In the next screen, enter the settings appropriate for your telephone line:

If you DO NOT need to dial a number to use an external line (e.g., 9),

do the following:

a) In the Location: field, select Home. Make sure the Area code and

Country code are correct. Tap ok.

If you DO need to dial a number to use an external line (e.g., 9), do the

following:

a) In the Location: field, select Work. Make sure the Area code and

Country code are correct. Tap on Dialing Patterns.

b) In the Dialing Patterns screen, enter the following settings, where:

X represents the number for dial-out

Y represents the number for dial-out long distance

• For local calls, dial: X,G

• For long distance calls, dial: Y,1,FG (“1” for U.S.)

• For international calls, dial: Y,011,EFG (“011” for U.S.)

c) Tap ok.

d) In the Dialing Options screen, tap ok.

3. Now you are ready to connect to a telephone line. See STEP 6: Connect

to a Telephone Line.

N

ote: In most

cases, users

should select

Home.

N

ote: The

values for X and

Y may be the

same, as

shown..

CHAPTER 2: SETUP FOR WINDOWS CE | 13

Pocket PC 2002

Make a New Connection

1. Go to Start | Settings | Connections. Tap on Connections.

2. In the next screen, in the top field, select Internet Settings. Tap Modify…

3. In the next screen, tap New…

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4. In the next screen, enter the following settings.

1. Enter a name…: Enter a name, such as “My 56K Connection.”

2. Select a modem: Select Socket 56K Modem or Socket-CF+_

56K_Modem.

3. Baud Rate: 57600

If you DO NOT need to enter any IP addresses, tap Next.

If you DO need to enter IP addresses, tap Advanced. Use the TCP/IP and

Name Servers screens to enter the necessary IP addresses. Tap ok. In the

next screen, tap Next.

5. Enter the dial-up number and tap Next. You can enter the phone number

without spaces or dashes.

Important! Be sure to enter the correct Country code, Area code and

Phone number! Do not leave any field blank!

CHAPTER 2: SETUP FOR WINDOWS CE | 15

6. Make sure Wait for dial tone before dialing is checked. Tap Finish.

7. In Internet Settings, if multiple connections exist, you must select the

new connection to be used when dialing. In the list, tap and hold your

stylus on the connection. In the pop-up menu, select Always Dial. Tap

ok.

If you have only one connection, then the Always Dial feature will not

appear. Tap ok.

Enter Dialing Settings

1. After making the new connection, you will return to the Connections

screen. Tap on the Dialing Locations tab.

A

fter you select

the modem card

connection for

dialing, it

should be

identified here.

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In the next screen, enter the settings appropriate for your telephone line.

If you DO NOT need to dial a number to use an external line, do the following:

a) In the Location: field, select Home. Make sure the Area code and

Country code are correct. Tap ok.

If you DO need to dial a number to use an external line (e.g., 9), do the

following:

a) In the Location: field, select Work. Make sure the Area code and

Country code are correct. Tap on Dialing Patterns.

b) In the Dialing Patterns screen, enter the following settings, where:

X represents the number for dial-out

Y represents the number for dial-out long distance

• For local calls, dial: X,G

• For long distance calls, dial: Y,1,FG (“1” for U.S.)

• For international calls, dial: Y,011,EFG (“011” for U.S.)

c) Tap ok. In the Dialing Options screen, tap ok.

2. Now you are ready to connect to a telephone line. See STEP 6:

Connect to a Telephone Line.

N

ote: In most

cases, users

should select

Home.

N

ote: The

values for X and

Y may be the

same, as

shown..

CHAPTER 2: SETUP FOR WINDOWS CE | 17

Pocket PC 2003

Note: These instructions are for setting up a standard dial-up connection to

an Internet Service Provider (ISP). If you want to connect to your work

network and/or a VPN/proxy server, please refer to your Pocket PC 2003

documentation for instructions.

1. Go to Start | Settings | Connections. Tap on Connections.

2. Tap on the Advanced tab. Tap on the Select Networks button.

3. In the Network Management screen, make sure My ISP is selected in the

top field, and My Work Network is selected in the bottom field. Tap ok.

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4. Tap on the Tasks tab. In most cases, you should tap Add a new modem

connection under My ISP.

5. In the next screen, enter the following:

• Enter a name…: Enter a name, such as “My 56K Connection”

• Select a modem: Socket 56K Modem or Socket-CF+_ 56K_Modem.

Tap Next.

6. In the next screen, enter the dial-up number exactly how it should be

dialed from your current location. You can enter the number without

any spaces or dashes.

Note: If you plan to use

the connection in

different area codes, tap

use dialing rules to set

up the correct dialing

locations. Refer to your

Pocket PC 2003

documentation for

instructions.

CHAPTER 2: SETUP FOR WINDOWS CE | 19

6. In the next screen, enter the User name and Password. Tap Advanced.

7. In the General screen, select the following:

• Baud rate: 57600.

• Wait for dial tone before dialing: Checked.

If you DO NOT need to enter any IP addresses, tap ok.

If you DO need to enter IP addresses, tap on the TCP/IP and Servers tabs

to enter any necessary IP addresses. Tap ok.

8. In the last screen, tap Finish. Now you are ready to connect to a

telephone line. Proceed to STEP 6.

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Handheld PC Devices

This section explains how to set up the modem connection for a Handheld

PC, Handheld PC Pro or Handheld PC 2000.

Make a New Connection

1. Go to Start | Programs | Communication | Remote Networking |

Make New Connection.

2. In the Make New Connection screen, enter a name for the connection,

such as “My 56K Connection.” Select Dial-Up Connection. Tap Next>.

3. The Make New Dial-Up Connection screen will appear. In the drop-down

menu, select Socket 56K Modem or Socket-CF+_ 56K_Modem. Tap on

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