Vodafone GigaCube Setup Guide

1. Preparation

• You need an activated Nano-SIM card. Diagrams show three SIM card sizes: (U)SIM, micro-SIM, and nano-SIM.
• You can find the standard settings on the device sticker located on the underside of the GigaCube. Diagram shows the underside of the GigaCube with a sticker indicating where to find settings.

2. Insert Nano-SIM Card

Open the slot cover on the underside of the GigaCube. Then, insert the SIM card with the chip (platine) facing upwards.

3. Power on the Device

4. Internet Access

WLAN: You can find the pre-set network name (SSID) and password for the WLAN on the device sticker. Use this information to connect your wireless devices to the internet.

5. Device Settings

You can change the device settings via the GigaCube configuration website: http://giga.cube

1. Check the label on your device for the default address and the device manager's website password.
2. Start your internet browser and enter the device manager's website address in the browser's address bar.
3. Enter the website password and click 'Login'.
4. On the website, you can now change the WLAN name, password, or other settings.

RJ-45 Network Cable: Connect the device via WAN/LAN1 or LAN2 to your computer. You can then use the internet there.

LED Indicators and Ports

1. POWER LED

• Solid white: The GigaCube is powered on. The external power supply is functioning normally.
• Light is off: The GigaCube has no power.

2. WLAN LED

• Solid white: WLAN is functioning normally.
• White flashing: WPS is being activated.
• Off: WLAN is off.

3. INTERNET LED

• Solid red: The GigaCube has detected a problem, e.g.:
  • The GigaCube is not connected to the mobile network.
  • No Nano-SIM card is inserted.
  • No network service is available.
• Solid blue: The GigaCube is using the 4G mobile network.
• Solid white: The GigaCube is using the 5G mobile network.

4. WPS Button

Press the WPS button to activate the WPS function.

5. Telephone Port

Connection for a telephone.

6. LAN Ports

• WAN/LAN1 Port (Up to 2.5 Gigabit/s): Connect the GigaCube to your PC or your fixed-line internet via this port.
• LAN2 Port (1 Gigabit/s): Connection for a PC.
• LAN Port LED:
  • Off: No network cable is connected.
  • Solid: Network cable is connected.
  • Flashing: Data is being transferred.

7. Power Connector

Connect the power adapter here.

8. Nano-SIM Card Slot and Reset Button Opening

• Insert your Nano-SIM card here.
• Reset Button: Press the button for approximately 3 seconds to reset your GigaCube to factory settings.

Telephone Function

NOTE: You can only use this service if it is included in your contract. If in doubt, ask your network provider.

Your device has a telephone function. To use it, insert your Nano-SIM card and connect your phone.

To make a call:

1. Pick up the receiver.
2. Dial the phone number.
3. Wait for the other party to answer.

Troubleshooting

I cannot connect to the Internet.

• Check your GigaCube's configuration page for reported issues.
• Wait 1 to 2 minutes while the device boots up.
• Check your internet indicator light.

I cannot access the GigaCube Configuration Website (http://giga.cube).

• Ensure you have entered the correct address, which can be found on the device sticker.
• Do not use proxy servers.

I can only download and upload very slowly.

Speed depends on signal strength. Check your GigaCube's configuration page for reported issues and verify the signal strength. Also, check if your mobile connection is using 5G or at least 4G.

The WLAN connection between the GigaCube and your device cannot be established.

• Ensure your WLAN is active.
• Refresh the network list and select the WLAN with the correct name.
• Ensure you have entered the correct WLAN password.

I hear no dial tone.

• Check if your tariff includes telephony.
• Wait 1 to 2 minutes after powering on the device.
• Check the network indicator.
• If reception is poor: reposition the GigaCube for better signal.

When I pick up the phone, I immediately get a message/alarm or an announcement.

• Ensure the SIM card is inserted correctly and does not require a PIN, or that you have entered the correct PIN. If the PIN was incorrect, you may need to enter the PUK.

When I pick up the phone, I hear static and distortion.

• Ensure no electrical devices are too close to the phone.
• The cable or the phone may not be functioning correctly.

When I pick up the phone, I immediately hear a busy signal.

• Hang up and try again.
• Contact your telephony provider.

After entering the last digit, I hear nothing.

• After dialing, press the # key. Or wait 4 to 8 seconds for the connection to establish.

Problems with passwords.

• The default password for the WLAN and the website can be found on the device sticker.
• If you have changed and forgotten the password, reset the device to factory settings.

Product Safety Information

READ THE SAFETY NOTICES CAREFULLY – AND ONLY THEN USE THE DEVICE. FOLLOWING THESE WARNINGS HELPS PREVENT INJURIES AND DAMAGE TO YOUR DEVICE.

FOR CERTAIN APPS ON YOUR DEVICE, THERE MAY BE ADDITIONAL SAFETY NOTICES. YOU SHOULD ALSO READ THOSE.

Pictograms and Graphical Symbols

• Read the safety section before using the device. Failure to follow these instructions can lead to injuries.
• This device may emit bright or flashing light.
• Small children should not use this device. If you allow a child to use it, ensure someone is always supervising the child. This device contains small parts that children could choke on.
• This device can produce loud tones.
• Do not use the GigaCube near gas or other flammable liquids.
• Do not throw the device into fire.
• Ensure the device does not come into contact with magnetic fields.
• Avoid extreme temperatures.
• Keep the GigaCube away from pacemakers and medical devices.
• Please turn off the device in hospitals and other medical facilities when requested.
• Turn off in aircraft and airports as instructed.
• Turn off the device before entering an explosive environment.
• Keep the device dry and avoid contact with liquids.
• Do not attempt to disassemble the device.
• Do not rely solely on this device for emergency calls.
• Use only approved accessories.

High-Frequency Exposure

This device has a radio transmitter and receiver. When the transmitter is ON, the device receives and transmits RF energy. It is designed to comply with the limits recommended by international guidelines for exposure to radiofrequency waves. These guidelines were developed by the independent scientific organization ICNIRP. The safety limits are intended to protect all people, regardless of age and health status.

To comply with RF exposure guidelines, use the device with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters from your body. If you do not observe this, your RF exposure may exceed the corresponding limit values, and your device may consume more power than necessary.

Limiting Exposure to Radiofrequency Fields (RF Fields)

The World Health Organization (WHO) provides the following advice for individuals who wish to reduce their exposure to RF fields in its Information Sheet 193, Electromagnetic Fields and Public Health: Mobile Phones (October 2014):

Precautions: According to current scientific knowledge, no special precautions are necessary when using mobile devices. Concerned individuals can reduce their RF exposure or that of their children by making shorter phone calls or using a hands-free device to maintain a greater distance between mobile devices and the body.

Further information on exposure to radio waves can be found on the WHO website: http://www.who.int/mediacentre/factsheets/fs193/en/

Legal Notices

The following safety checks and notices apply in specific regions as indicated. Vodafone Procurement Company S.à.r.l. hereby declares that this device complies with Directive 2014/53/EU and the Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 (S.I. 2017/1206) and their amendments. The full text of the EU and UKCA Declarations of Conformity (DoC) is available at the following internet address: vodafone.com/MC888Ultra/conformity-declaration

Ecodesign and Energy Efficiency

Vodafone products are energy-efficient devices developed and manufactured in compliance with legal provisions. Vodafone hereby declares that its products, including external power supplies, comply with Directive 2009/125/EU on energy-related products (ErP) and the related specific requirements set out in the implementing measures, as well as the Regulation on Ecodesign requirements for energy-related products (ErP) (S.I. 2010/2617) with amendments. The product's energy consumption in networked standby mode, activated only at 5 GHz, is under 8 W.

This device can be used in all member states of the European Union and the United Kingdom. The following approvals and notifications relate to specific geographical regions, as described.

WEEE Approval

This device complies with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE Directive).

The symbol on this device means that these products must be taken to collection points at the end of their service life:

• Municipal waste disposal centers with special containers for these types of devices.
• Collection bins at points of sale.

They will then be recycled so that their components can be reused and to prevent substances from being disposed of in the environment.

Reduction of Hazardous Substances

This device and its electrical accessories comply with local regulations for the restriction and use of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (e.g., RoHS and Battery Regulations, where applicable). For RoHS compliance declarations, please refer to the respective DoC.

Licenses

This device can be operated in all European countries. The 5150-5350 MHz frequency band is intended for indoor use only.

Distraction

When you use a mobile device for communication, listening to music, or watching other media, it can distract you from things that require your full attention. You may also perceive your surroundings less clearly.

Operating Machinery

When operating machinery, give it your full attention. This reduces the risk of an accident.

Product Handling

You are solely responsible for how you use your device and the consequences thereof. Always turn off your device where its use is prohibited. Safety measures apply to the use of the device to protect users and their surroundings.

• Always handle your phone and its accessories with care. Keep them in a clean and dust-free place.
• Do not expose the device or accessories to open flames or ignited tobacco products.
• Do not expose the device and accessories to liquids, moisture, or dampness.
• Do not drop the device or its accessories. Do not throw them or attempt to bend them.
• Never clean the device and accessories with aggressive chemicals, cleaning agents, or aerosols.
• Do not paint the GigaCube and accessories.
• Do not disassemble the device or accessories. Only authorized personnel should do this.

• Do not expose the device or accessories to extreme temperatures below -20 °C and above +45 °C.
• The relative humidity must be between 5% and 95%.
• Check local regulations for the disposal of electronic items.
• Do not use your device during a thunderstorm. Unplug the power adapter from the socket then.

Small Children

Keep the device and accessories out of reach of small children. Do not let them play with it. They could injure themselves or others, or accidentally damage the device. The device has sharp small parts that can cause injuries. These parts can also detach and cause choking if swallowed.

Demagnetization

Do not keep the device near electronic devices or magnetic media. This reduces the risk of demagnetization. Avoid other magnetic sources, as they can cause malfunctions in the internal magnetometer or other sensors, leading to incorrect data.

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)

Do not touch the metal contacts of the SIM card or memory card.

Installation Conditions for Use

• This product is only suitable for indoor use at a maximum temperature of 45 degrees Celsius.
• This product must not be installed or used in a location exposed to direct sunlight, direct heat, or excessive humidity. This product must not be installed or used in areas with device docking stations. Allow 7 to 10 cm of clearance around the product to ensure proper ventilation. This product must not be used near water, e.g., near a bathtub, washbasin, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a damp basement, or near a swimming pool.

You must immediately switch off the product, disconnect it from the mains, and request assistance if any of the following events occur:

• The product has come into contact with liquid substances.
• The product is not functioning normally, even if you follow the operating instructions.
• The product has been damaged (e.g., dropped).
• The product is overheating.
• You see or smell smoke, or the product or accessory is burning.
• The power cord or plug is damaged.

Power Supply

Only insert the battery into your device and switch it on when instructed to do so in the installation manual.

Antenna

Do not touch the device during operation, as you may accidentally touch the antenna.

Indoor Use

This product is intended for indoor use only.

Seizures/Blackouts

This device is capable of producing bright flashing lights.

Electrical Power Supply

Switch off your device and disconnect it from your computer if you are exposed to atmospheric phenomena such as lightning. The product's power supply must comply with the performance specifications indicated on the labeling labels. The power adapter must be Class II and a limited power source according to the requirements of EN 62368-1 Annex Q and meet the values indicated on your product's label. It must be tested and approved according to national or local standards.

Emergency Calls

This device operates like any wireless device using radio signals that cannot guarantee a connection under all conditions. Therefore, never rely solely on a wireless device for emergency calls.

Device Heating

Your device may warm up during normal use. Do not use the device if it is overheating (an overheating warning is displayed or it feels hot).

Electrical Safety

• Accessories: Use only approved accessories and chargers.
• Connect only compatible products and compatible accessories.
• Ensure that no metal objects such as coins or keychains come into contact with the electrical contacts of the device or its accessories.
• Do not touch the device with wet hands.
• Do not touch the power cord with wet hands and do not unplug the power adapter by pulling the cord. This can cause a fatal electric shock.

Faulty and Damaged Products

• Do not attempt to disassemble the device or its accessories.
• The device and accessories must only be serviced and repaired by qualified personnel.
• If your device or its accessories have been submerged in water or any other liquid, damaged, or subjected to a severe drop, do not use it until it has been checked by an authorized service center.

Interference

Caution is advised when the device is used in close proximity to personal medical devices, such as pacemakers and hearing aids.

• Pacemakers: Manufacturers of pacemakers recommend maintaining a minimum distance of 20 cm between a mobile device and a pacemaker to avoid possible pacemaker interference.
• Hearing Aids: People with hearing aids or other cochlear implants may experience disturbing noises when a mobile device is used or is nearby. The extent of interference depends on the type of hearing aid and the distance from the source of interference; increasing the distance can reduce the interference. Also, ask your hearing aid manufacturer about alternatives.

General Information

Medical Devices

Consult your doctor or the manufacturer of the medical device. They can tell you if the GigaCube interferes with the function of the medical device.

Hospitals

Turn off the GigaCube as instructed in hospitals, clinics, or medical facilities. This prevents potential interference with sensitive medical technology.

Aircraft

Turn off the GigaCube when instructed by airport or airline personnel.

Explosive Environments

Gas Stations and Explosive Areas

Turn off your device in explosive areas when signs instruct you to do so. This applies to wireless devices like yours or other radio devices. Explosive areas include gas stations, boat decks, transport or storage facilities for fuels or chemicals – and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grains, dust, or metal powder.

Blasting Caps and Blasting Areas

Turn off your mobile or wireless device when you are in a blasting area. Or in areas where signs instruct you to turn off two-way radios or electronic devices. This is to prevent interference with blasting operations.

Disposal and Recycling

You can dispose of or recycle your device safely and appropriately. Contact a customer service center for more information.

Adapter

The adapters designed for your device comply with the standard for the safety of information technology and office equipment. They also comply with the Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EG. Due to different electrical specifications, an adapter purchased in one country may not work in another. Use the adapter only for this purpose.

General Information

This radio device uses the following frequency bands and maximum radio frequency power:

• UMTS B1/8: 23 dBm
• LTE FDD B1/3/7/8/20/28/32 (DL only): 23 dBm
• LTE TDD B38/41: 23 dBm
• 5G NR FDD n1/n3/n7/n8/n28: 23 dBm
• 5G NR TDD n78: PC2 25 dBm, PC3 23 dBm
• 802.11 b/g/n/ax 2.4 GHz Band: <25 dBm
• 802.11 a/n/ac/ax 5.0 GHz Band: <24 dBm

NOTE: This product complies with the power limits set by the European Union. The frequency bands supported by the product vary depending on the model.

Manufacturer: Vodafone Procurement Company S.à.r.l., 15 rue Edward Steichen. L-2540 Luxembourg, Grand-Duché de Luxembourg.

Software Information

The device's software version is CR_VDFEUMC888ULTRAV1.0.0B01 or newer. Software updates are released to improve user-friendliness. The product contains Open Source Software.

You can find the list of Open-Source modules, associated license information, and instructions on how to obtain the source code on the information page in this device's web interface. You can only obtain the source code if you are authorized to do so.

Software Updates

By continuing to use this device, you confirm that you have read and accepted the following:

To provide better service, this device automatically requests information about software updates from Vodafone and its partners when connected to the internet. This process may consume mobile data and requires access to your device's unique identifier (IMEI/SN) and the Service Provider Network (PLMN) to check your device for update needs. Neither Vodafone nor its partners use IMEI/SN information to personally identify you. The data is used exclusively for planning/managing software updates.

Disclaimer

The entire content of this manual is provided "as is". To the extent permitted by applicable law, no warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to the implied purpose, are made regarding the accuracy, reliability, or content of this manual. Vodafone Procurement Company S.à r.l. shall not be liable in any event for special, incidental, indirect, revenue, data, goodwill savings, or anticipated savings, regardless of whether these losses were foreseeable.

The maximum liability (this limitation does not apply to liability for personal injury, to the extent that applicable law prohibits such limitation) of Vodafone Procurement Company S.à r.l. arising from the use of the product described in this manual is limited to the amount paid by the customer for the purchase of this product.

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