Sierra Wireless AirCard 580 - Manual (Page 33)

Watcher™ Basics
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About tab
The About Tab lists useful information about your device and
provides direct access to a digital help file.
Enable Auto-Connect On
Off (Default)
When this option is enabled, Watcher automatically
establishes a connection at startup, and
automatically reestablishes a connection if the
connection is dropped. If you prefer to manually
establish a connection, select Off (default).
Call Lost Alert On (default)
Off
When enabled, a pop-up window and warning sound
notify you when a connection is dropped.
Card Eject Warning On (default)
Off
When enabled, a message regarding proper card
removal is displayed when you exit Watcher.
Tray Mode Alert On (default)
Off
When enabled, you are prompted to indicate
whether you want to close Watcher or minimize
Watcher when you select the system tray shortcut
action button.
Network Hybrid mode
1xEV-DO only
1xRTT only
Network type selection through a pull down menu.
Roaming Enabled
Disabled
You may enable or disable roaming by accessing
this pull-down menu.
Security Lock On
Off (default)
For security purposes, you have the option to lock
the AirCard 580 when not in use. Each time you use
the AirCard 580, you are asked to enter a four-digit
passcode. Place a checkmark in the check box
entitled, “Lock Card” to enable this feature.
The default lock code is the last four digits of your
MIN (Mobile Identification Number). To change your
code, select “Change Lock Code” and follow the on-
screen instructions.
Tip: Contact your service provider if you cannot
remember your MIN.
Run Activation
Wizard
-- You may manually launch the Activation Wizard from
the general tab. Select “Run Activation Wizard” and
follow the on-screen instructions.
Option Choices Description