Ericsson F221m Stereo System User Manual


 
Using PCs
Analog modems connected to the FCT telephone line
work in the same way as if they were connected to
the fixed line. In this way, you can use your PC
standard modem to make data calls (Internet
browsing, e-mail, etc.) through the FCT line.
To be able to send and receive data calls, you need:
a PC equipped with an analog modem and the
appropriate computer program (Web Browser,
E-mail, etc). This is a standard configuration for
most PCs in the market.
a SIM card that supports data transmission over the
GSM network.
Note: if you do not have a modem in your PC, the
FCT can be configured to act as a modem itself.
This requires the installation of the FCT modem
drivers on your PC. For this specific configuration,
please refer to the FCT Data Reference Manual in
“Accessories” on page 39.
The FCT should be pre-configured with the settings
from your network operator. For detailed information
on FCT data configured settings, please consult your
distributor or network operator.
You can choose between two connection methods:
GPRS data: GPRS allows you to be always online
as you are not charged for the connection time but
for the amount of information that you exchange.
You need a SIM card that supports GPRS. Please
contact your network operator for charging
subscription details.
GSM data: normally, you pay for all the time you
are connected. You need a SIM card that supports
GSM data.
For fast and efficient access, try the GPRS access type.
GPRS data access type
GPRS data access type allows you to make outgoing
calls only, usually to connect to the Internet.
Your GSM network operator provides you with an
Internet connection as part of the GPRS service.
Warning!: the GPRS data communication service
has to be registered with your network operator.
Otherwise, the network will not accept GPRS calls.
If your SIM card supports GPRS, your network
operator must supply you with a user name and
password in order to access the GPRS network, and
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