Working with mobile broadband

The TSC7 controller / Ranger 7 data collector has an integrated cellular modem enabling you to connect to a mobile broadband network. The TSC7 controller / Ranger 7 data collector supports Worldwide LTE (where available), and is compatible with AT&T- and Verizon-certified 3G and 4G networks.

Before you can send and receive data over mobile broadband, you must have a microSIM card in the device (see Inserting SD and SIM cards). You must then turn on Cellular data on the TSC7 controller / Ranger 7 data collector and configure the connection.

Connecting to mobile broadband

  1. Tap the Wireless network icon in the bottom-right corner of the screen. If it isn't showing, swipe in from the right side of the screen to open the Action Center.

  2. Tap Cellular to turn it on, then tap-hold it and tap Go to Settings. (Or, tap / Settings / Network & Internet / Cellular.)

  3. If you want to connect to this network every time it's in range, select Let Windows manage this connection.

  4. Select Roam or Don't Roam, as required. You might incur extra charges if you allow roaming.

  5. Choose whether to use cellular instead of Wi-Fi when Wi-Fi is poor. Windows will switch automatically between Wi-Fi and cellular broadband as needed.

For more information, refer to the help topic on Cellular settings in Windows 10 on the Windows 10 support site www.support.microsoft.com.

Locating the device's IMEI number

The IMEI number is a unique 15-digit number that identifies the cellular module installed on your device. Your mobile broadband operator may need to know the IMEI number of your device to register the device with the network and activate your mobile broadband data plan.

If your TSC7 controller / Ranger 7 data collector is mobile broadband enabled, the IMEI number is printed on the serial number label under the battery.

Alternatively, to check the IMEI number in the operating system:

  1. Tap Settings / Network and Internet / Cellular.

  2. Select the Cellular module icon, then select Advanced options.

    The cellular module properties (including the IMEI) are displayed in the Properties section.

  3. To copy the IMEI number to the clipboard, tap Copy, then paste the text into your desired application (for example, Notepad, or the Email client) using the Paste command or the Ctrl+V keypad shortcut.

If you cannot find the IMEI number for your device, or you do not have the device with you, contact your reseller.