7. Select Programs Sony Ericsson and GC79 Manager are ready for use.
GC79 Manager to start using your GC79. The GC79

Start Using GC79 Manager

1. To start GC79 Manager select Start or select your desktop shortcut. Programs Sony Ericsson GC79 Manager
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. See GC79 Manager GSM/GPRS Preferences on page 16 for more details. 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.

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. See Making Windows Network Connections Visible on page 16 for 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 Removal of the GC79 on page 20 for details.

Ask Me

Turn Radio Off Reset card
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: 040 Cell Broadcast Message 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 hasnt 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 to connect at Windows log on see Appendix B - Windows Log on using a GSM/GPRS Dial-up Connection on page 76. 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 - Set Preferences GPRS Connections Establish GPRS Connection 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).
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/ GPRS Dial-up Connection on page 76 for more details. 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. Exit is selected, the GC79 Manager closes but does not exit. When the close box, or File 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.

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 Network on page 30.
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 doesnt 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.
Clicking the Advanced button opens the Advanced dialog, use the dialog to specify the type of networks you want to access.
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.).
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.

IP address must be unique for each machine.
10. The subnet mask should be generated automatically, if it isnt use 255.255.255.0 11. Make sure the Use windows to configure my wireless network settings isnt 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 isnt 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.
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).
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:

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.
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.

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.
Forbidden networks, you cant 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:

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. 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 dialog. See GC79 Manager GSM/GPRS Preferences on page 16. 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.
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, see SIM Inbox is Full: on page 51. 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 dont 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. 3. Enter the recipients 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).
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:

appears in the task bar 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.

Software Errors

Grey menu options in the software applications 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.

GSM/GPRS Error Messages

General Modem not responding. Error Dial-Up fails Check that the radio is turned on.

Try to connect again.

SIM Card Errors Wrong PIN/ Wrong PIN2 Codes do not match You have entered your PIN or PIN2 incorrectly. Enter the correct PIN or PIN2, and click OK. See SIM lock on page 39. 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. See Phone lock on page 38. You have entered your PIN or PIN2 incorrectly three times in succession. To unblock, see SIM lock on page 39.
PIN blocked/ PIN2 blocked
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 Disconnected A number of possible causes: 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.
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 networks 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; see Create a Wireless LAN Connection on page 25. Also, make sure that your computer is receiving a good signal from the access point; see Viewing the Status of your Wireless Connection on page 28. 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.

All Windows Operating Systems Error 734: The PPP link control protocol was terminated during dial-up The APN entry is incorrect, the signal is weak or the connection is lost whilst dialling. See the support section on www.SonyEricsson.com site for a list of network operator APNs.
Either: Service is not supported by SIM (usually for CSD/ Error 678: Computer you are dialing is not 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.
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 connection is lost whilst dialing. See the support section on enter the APN again. www.SonyEricsson.com site for a list of network operator APNs or contact your service provider. Connection Failed. Invalid User Name or Password. Please check and enter the User Name and/or Password in your connection profile. Connection Failed. Invalid Profile. Please check and re-enter your connection profile information, and try again. If the problem continues please contact your Service Provider. Disconnected from Network Connection failed. Temporary Network problem. Please try again. If the problem continues please contact your Service Provider. Connection Failed. Not authorised to access network. Please contact your Service Provider. Choose to modify your connection in the Connection Wizard. Go to the User ID screen and re enter the User Name and Password given to you by your service provider. 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. Your service provider doesn't recognise you. Check the setting you have entered to create your connection. If you still get the error contact your service provider and check you have GPRS Internet enabled on your subscription and then setting you should enter to create a connection.

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. 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. 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.
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. Aircraft You MUST remove your GC79 before boarding any 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.

Appendix A - GSM Connection Parameters
General Connection Parameters for CSD/HSCSD and GPRS
Required Telephone number or Access Point Name (APN) Useful information Number you need to dial to reach your service provider. Use the full number including country code and area code, e.g. +555 2525. Or The APN server resource to contact, for example, Interent.operator.net to connect to the Internet via the mobile operators or your corporate Intranet via a VPN. You will need to know the bearer capability provided by your service provider, so you can select the appropriate option during set up.
Bearer capability: CSD, HSCSD or GPRS? CSD Network Speed HSCSD Network Speed Username
If you intend to create connections via CSD contact your network operator and check the supported speeds. If you intend to create connections via HSCSD contact your network operator and check the supported speeds. 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 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. 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. This tells the GC79 where to find the service providers DNS Service. DNS translates addresses such as www.sonyericsson.com to the numeric IP address so that the information can be accessed. Like IP assignment above, the DNS can be static or allocated by the service provider when you connect. If static is selected additional fields need to be completed containing the static information.

Password

IP assignment: Server / Static
DNS assignment: Server / Static

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. Only required if the DNS assignment is static. Format example:123.9.45.2 Only required if the DNS assignment is static. Format example: 123.9.45.1 If the APN is set to default you will have to enter the name of the access point your network operator is using.

Removing the GC79 20

Short Message Service (SMS) 9 SIM 10 SMS Manager 49 SMS message 47 Software 7, 9, 11 Installation 11 Software installation 11 Software overview GC79 Manager 7 Using the GC79 with your applications 7 Starting GC79 Manager 12 Support 9, 60
System requirements GSM network and subscription 8 Hardware 9 Software 9 Wireless LAN connection 8
Technical support 9, 60 Telephony Settings Divert Calls 41 Locks 38 Networks 39 Phone Numbers 38 Restrict Calls 43 Wireless 43

Upgrades 9, 60

Windows dial-up connections 16, 76 Wireless Control menu 15 Wireless LAN Ad hoc group network 30 Connecting 27 Connection 8 Connection setup 25 Diagnostics 34 Error messages 54 Internet connection sharing 32 Status 28

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 Wireless 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. Depending on your setup you may be prompted to enter your username and password. Tip:
To see detailed connection information, including the speed allocated for an HSCSD Wireless Manager Information. connection, select View
To disconnect an active connection 1. Click Disconnect on the Status screen. The Wireless Manager ends the connection. Alternatively: Right click on the Wireless Manager icon in the system tray and select Disconnect. Note:
You can also use the Preferences dialog to set up auto connection when the Wireless Manager is opened. See Wireless Manager GSM/GPRS Preferences on page 35 for more details.
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 30 for details on opening a connection. 2. Start your email program. You are online and can send and receive emails.
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 Network on page 23.
1. Before you begin make sure a Wireless LAN access point is in range. 2. Click Configure in the WLAN pane of the Wireless Manager. Alternatively, for example when there is no SIM in the GC79, 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 doesnt 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.

IP address must be unique for each machine.
10. The subnet mask should be generated automatically, if it isnt use 255.255.255.0 11. Make sure the Use windows to configure my wireless network settings isnt selected. 12. Click OK. Note:
If the laptop is going to be connected to the company network again, you must remember it to 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 isnt 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 use box. Click OK.
15. Click Advanced and 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).
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 Wireless Manager on all the laptops. Make sure the WLAN connection is enabled. If the WLAN icon in the system tray doesn't turn green right click 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.

and check the radio

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:

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.
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 to 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.

Wireless Manager GSM/GPRS Preferences
You can change the general GSM/GPRS behaviour of the Wireless 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.
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 connection, see Appendix B - Windows Log on using a GSM/GPRS Dial-up Connection on page 82 for more details. When you click OK to activate this option the Wireless Manager displays the following dialog.
When this option is selected, the Wireless Manager radio power startup and shutdown choices are disabled.
On The radio mode you specify at Wireless Manager start-up appears selected on the Radio tab. When the Wireless 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 Radio On when the Wireless Manager starts. Specify the required radio state in Radio Power. Preferences Your GC79 is set to On by default. 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. 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. At shutdown the radio is turned off. Turns the radio off and resets the card.

To Change the Phone Lock code: 1. Click

Change Phone Code

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 Wireless 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.
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: 1. Click

Change Pin Code.

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. Forbidden networks, you cant 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) Function support is network operator dependant. 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).
Frequency Band GSM operates in a number of different frequency bands, where available. 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 68 for a list of GSM frequency ranges.

Forward (Divert) Calls

The GC79 does not make or answer voice calls. The forward 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.
Voice You can use the Call forward service to forward your voice calls to another phone number. Note:
The Call forward service may not be available on all networks.
Selecting a call forward setting: 1. To obtain your current call forwarding settings from the network, click Retrieve. 2. Make your changes and select in which situation you want to forward your incoming calls. You can select from four different forwarding options: Always: this forwards 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 forward your calls to, type the number in the text box next to the forward 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 forward 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 forward service. Note:

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 17 for details.
Wireless Manager Phone Book Screen
The Wireless Manager Phone Book screen helps you to organize your GC79s 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.

Phone Book Functionality

To Add a Number: 1. Select Add new in the Phone Book menu or click 2. The New Phone Book Entry dialog opens. on the toolbar or key Ctrl and N.
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 entrys 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 Wireless 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 havent 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.

If a new SMS arrives when the Wireless Manager is open is displayed on the Status screen and the SMS audio sound is played, if enabled in the Setting dialog. See Wireless Manager GSM/GPRS Preferences on page 35. 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.
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, see SIM Inbox is Full: on page 54. 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 dont 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. 3. Enter the recipients 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:

appears in the task bar 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.

Software Errors

Grey menu options in the software applications 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.

GSM/GPRS Error Messages

General Modem not responding. Error Dial-Up fails Check that the radio is turned on.

Try to connect again.

SIM Card Errors Wrong PIN/ Wrong PIN2 Codes do not match You have entered your PIN or PIN2 incorrectly. Enter the correct PIN or PIN2, and click OK. See SIM lock on page 42. 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. See Phone lock on page 41. You have entered your PIN or PIN2 incorrectly three times in succession. To unblock, see SIM lock on page 42.
PIN blocked/ PIN2 blocked
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 Disconnected A number of possible causes: 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. The network transmission has been interrupted. Contact the Network Administrator. icon
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 networks 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; see Create a Wireless LAN Connection on page 17. Also, make sure that your computer is receiving a good signal from the access point; see Viewing the Status of your Wireless Connection on page 21. 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.

All Windows Operating Systems Error 734: The PPP link control protocol was terminated during dial-up The APN entry is incorrect, the signal is weak or the connection is lost whilst dialling. See the support section on www.sonyericsson.com site for a list of network operator APNs.
Either: Service is not supported by SIM Error 678: Computer you are dialing is not (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.
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 connection is lost whilst dialing. See the support section on enter the APN again. www.sonyericsson.com site for a list of network operator APNs or contact your service provider. Connection Failed. Invalid User Name or Password. Please check and enter the User Name and/or Password in your connection profile. Connection Failed. Invalid Profile. Please check and re-enter your connection profile information, and try again. If the problem continues please contact your Service Provider. Disconnected from Network Connection failed. Temporary Network problem. Please try again. If the problem continues please contact your Service Provider. Connection Failed. Not authorised to access network. Please contact your Service Provider. Connection Failed. SIM is invalid for GPRS service. Please contact your Service Provider. Connection Failed. Access to network not allowed. Please contact your Service Provider. Connection Failed. Roaming not allowed. Please contact your Service Provider. Choose to modify your connection in the Connection Wizard. Go to the User ID screen and re enter the User Name and Password given to you by your service provider. 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. Your service provider doesn't recognise you. Check the setting you have entered to create your connection. If you still get the error contact your service provider and check you have GPRS Internet enabled on your subscription and then setting you should enter to create a connection.

Intended use

The Software shall be used in accordance with the instructions and for its intended use and purpose only. The Software or part thereof may not be used in e.g. life support systems, nuclear facility applications, nor for the purposes of missile technology, chemical or biologized industry, flight navigation or communication of air, ground support equipment or other similar business or for any other purpose where any failure by the Software to perform may result in personal injury, death, damage to tangibles or the environment.

Limitation of liability

In no event shall Vendor or its suppliers be liable for any indirect or consequential losses or damages whatsoever irrespective of the cause for such losses or damages, including loss of data, loss of business profits or revenue, or any business interruption arising out of the use of or inability to use this Software. Vendor and its suppliers' total liability under this Agreement shall be limited to the amount actually paid by Licensee for the Software.
Disputes and Governing Law
The validity, construction and performance of this Agreement shall be governed by the laws of Sweden. All disputes, differences or questions between the parties with respect to any matter arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be finally settled under the Rules of Conciliation and Arbitration of the International Chamber of Commerce, in Stockholm, by three (3) arbitrators appointed in accordance with the said Rules. The proceeding shall be conducted in the English language.
Declaration of Conformity
We, Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB of Nya Vattentornet S-Lund, Sweden 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.

Basingstoke, August 2003

Place and date of issue

Anders Franzn

Corporate Vice President M2M Com

FCC Statement

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

WiFi Certificate

Appendix A - GSM Connection Parameters
General Connection Parameters for CSD/HSCSD and GPRS

Required Telephone number or Access Point Name (APN) Useful information Number you need to dial to reach your service provider. Use the full number including country code and area code, e.g. +555 2525. Or The APN server resource to contact, for example, Interent.operator.net - to connect to the Internet via the mobile operators or your corporate Intranet via a VPN. You will need to know the bearer capability provided by your service provider, so you can select the appropriate option during set up.
Bearer capability: CSD, HSCSD or GPRS? CSD Network Speed HSCSD Network Speed Username
If you intend to create connections via CSD contact your network operator and check the supported speeds. If you intend to create connections via HSCSD contact your network operator and check the supported speeds. 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 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. 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. This tells the GC79 where to find the service providers DNS Service. DNS translates addresses such as www.sonyericsson.com to the numeric IP address so that the information can be accessed. Like IP assignment above, the DNS can be static or allocated by the service provider when you connect. If static is selected additional fields need to be completed containing the static information.

Password

IP assignment: Server / Static
DNS assignment: Server / Static

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. Only required if the DNS assignment is static. Format example:123.9.45.2 Only required if the DNS assignment is static. Format example: 123.9.45.1 If the APN is set to default you will have to enter the name of the access point your network operator is using.

Control Panel.

Locale
Fragmentation Threshold Locally Administered MAC Address PLCP Header Power Output

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. 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.

RTS Threshold

Appendix D- Initiating a HSCSD Connection from Outside the Wireless Manager
The HSCSD speed is normally entered in the Wireless Manager Connection Wizard. The specified speed is requested when the Connect button is pressed in the Status screen of the Wireless Manager. In exceptional cases you may need to initiate an HSCSD call from outside the Wireless Manager (for example, Safe Removal of the GC79 on page 39 and Connection on page 30) the HSCSD 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 Wireless Manager.
1. To access the GC79 Wireless Modem properties, select Start Phone and Modem Options. 2. Select the Modems tab.

Settings

Control Panel
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.
The table below shows the AT Commands for each speed and bearer: Speed
Analog mode 9.6 14.4 19.2 28.8 38.4 ISDN mode V.110 9.6 14.4 19.2 28.8 38.4 43.2 57.6 ISDN mode V.120 9.6 14.4 19.2 28.8 38.4 43.2 57.6 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 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 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
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.
Appendix E- IT Manager Customisation
The Wireless Manager may be customised prior to deployment in a large organisation. Irrelevant connection information can be removed from the pre-set list in the Connection Wizard. Companyspecific connection details can be set up to be automatically available in the connection drop-down list; the user does not have to use the Connection Wizard first in order to set up the connection. This is especially useful where a company-specific APN is in use. Furthermore, the APN and Username/Password screens of the Connection Wizard can be disabled in order to prevent accidental changes to fixed data The settings are contained in the DefGPRS.CSV file in C:\Program Files\Sony Ericsson\Wireless Manager. Simply edit the file as required. To make customised distribution for installation to laptops, simply substitute your edited DefGPRS.CSV file for the one on the distribution CD-ROM and make your own CDs or ZIP file