VM1185T
Skype Wi-Fi Phone
User Guide
The whole world
can talk for free.
Skype.Com
WA6102-ZZ
User Guide
Guide
Skype Wi-Fi Phone
IEEE 802.11b/g Wireless Phone
VM1185T
E032006-R01
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Compliances
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
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) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF
exposure compliance.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter.
IEEE 802.11b or 802.11g operation of this product in the U.S.A. is firmware-limited to
channels 1 through 11.
Japan VCCI Class B
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EC Conformance Declaration
Marking by the above symbol indicates compliance with the Essential Requirements of
the R&TTE Directive of the European Union (1999/5/EC). This equipment meets the
following conformance standards:
• EN 60950-1 (IEC 60950-1) - Product Safety
• EN 300 328 - Technical requirements for 2.4 GHz radio equipment
• EN 301 489-1, EN 301 489-17 - EMC requirements for radio equipment
This device is intended for use in the following European Community countries:
• Austria • Belgium • Denmark
• Finland • France • Germany
• Italy • Luxembourg • Netherlands
• Norway • Spain • Sweden
• Switzerland • United Kingdom • Portugal
• Greece • Ireland • Iceland
Requirements for indoor vs. outdoor operation, license requirements and allowed
channels of operation apply in some countries as described below:
• In Italy the end-user must apply for a license from the national spectrum authority to
operate this device outdoors.
• In Belgium outdoor operation is only permitted using the 2.46 - 2.4835 GHz band:
Channel 13.
• In France outdoor operation is only permitted using the 2.4 - 2.454 GHz band: Channels
1 - 7.
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Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-1
Package Checklist 1-1
Hardware Description 1-2
AC Power Charger 1-3
Mini USB Cable 1-3
Chapter 2: Installing the Battery 2-1
Charging the Battery 2-2
Powering On the Phone 2-3
Chapter 3: Getting Started 3-1
First-Time Startup 3-1
Understanding the Phone’s LCD Display 3-3
The Main Menu 3-5
The Power Key Menu 3-6
Creating a New Skype Account 3-7
Setting Up a Contact List 3-8
Making a Call 3-9
Call and Event Lists 3-9
Chapter 4: Managing Contacts 4-1
Adding a Contact 4-1
Searching for Contacts 4-3
The Contacts List Options Menu 4-5
Blocking a Contact 4-5
Chapter 5: Personal Skype Settings 5-1
Setting Your Profile 5-1
Changing Your Password 5-2
Privacy Settings 5-4
Phone Notifications 5-5
Chapter 6: Wi-Fi Network Settings 6-1
Finding Wi-Fi Networks 6-1
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Contents
Preferred Networks 6-3
Setting Access to Open Networks 6-4
Chapter 7: General Settings 7-1
Changing the Display Language 7-1
Changing Display Settings 7-2
Setting the Time and Date 7-3
Displaying Phone Settings 7-5
Appendix A: Specifications A-1
Appendix B: Skype End User License Agreement B-1
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Chapter 1: Introduction
The VM1185T is a Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b/g) wireless phone that enables you to make
Skype calls without using a computer. The phone enables you to use your normal
Skype account with complete mobility, allowing you to roam and talk within any
Wi-Fi hotspot, or at any location where you have an Internet connection through a
nearby access point.
Package Checklist
The VM1185T Skype Wi-Fi Phone package includes these items:
•One Skype Wi-Fi Phone (VM1185T)
• One Lithium-Ion battery
•One headset
•One mini USB cable
•One AC power charger
• This Quick Start Guide
• Management Guide CD
Inform your dealer if there are any incorrect, missing or damaged items. If
possible, retain the carton, including the original packing materials. Use them to
repack the product in case there is a need to return it.
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Introduction
Hardware Description
Volume
10
Button
Left
Soft Key
Send
Alphanumeric
Keypad
9
8
Key
7
USB/Power
Charge Port
LCD
1
Display
Navigation
2
Key
Right
3
Soft Key
End/Power
4
Key
Headset
6
5
Jack
Before preparing the Skype Wi-Fi Phone for use, first become familiar with its
main keys, buttons, and other hardware features.
1.LCD Display — Color software menu display.
2. Navigation Key — Four-direction software navigation key. Pressing the key
down selects the current option.
3.Right Soft Key — Negative action key. Cancels or returns to previous menu.
4.End/Power Key — Ends an active call. Turns the power on and off.
• Press for more than two seconds to power the phone on.
• When on, press for two to four seconds to access the Power Key menu.
• Press for more than four seconds to power the phone off.
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Hardware Description
5.Headset Jack — Jack for headset connection.
6.USB/Power Charge Port — Power charger connection for charging battery.
7.Alphanumeric Keypad — Includes 0-9, A-Z, *, and # keys.
• The [a/A *] key selects upper- or lower-case characters, numbers, or
hexadecimal.
• The [ 1 ] key selects common punctuation marks during text input.
• The [ # ] key selects special characters and symbols during text input.
8.Send Key — Calls a selected contact.
9.Left Soft Key — Positive action key. Selects menu option.
10. Volume Button — Adjusts volume of the speaker.
Keypad Lock — The phone keypad can be locked by pressing the Left Soft Key
together with the [a/A *] key. Pressing the two keys again unlocks the keypad.
AC Power Charger
The Skype Wi-Fi Phone will charge an installed battery when connected to the AC
power charger, and the power charger is connected to a power source. The
power charger automatically adjusts to any voltage between 100-240 volts at 50
or 60 Hz. No voltage range settings are required.
Mini USB Cable
The Skype Wi-Fi Phone includes a mini USB cable that can be used to charge the
phone’s battery from a connected PC.
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Introduction
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Chapter 2: Installing the Battery
After unpacking the Skype Wi-Fi Phone, you must first install and charge the
included battery pack before turning on the phone.
Caution: Use only the Lithium-Ion battery pack supplied with the phone. Do not
try to install any other battery. To obtain replacement batteries, contact
your local dealer.
1. Remove Battery Compartment Cover — Place the phone face down. Push
and slide down the battery compartment cover until it becomes free.
2. Install Battery — Place the battery into the compartment. Be sure the text
label on the battery is facing out and the battery’s three metal contacts
point to the top of the phone.
3. Replace Battery Compartment Cover — Slide the battery compartment
cover back onto the phone until it clicks firmly into place.
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Installing the Battery
Charging the Battery
1. Connect the AC Power Charger — Lift up the rubber cover on the mini USB
charger port and connect the power charger to the port. Then, plug the
charger into an AC electrical outlet.
Note: The power charger automatically adjusts to any voltage between 100-240 volts
at 50 or 60 Hz.
2.
Fully Charge Battery — For the first time use, allow three hours to fully
charge the battery before turning on the phone.
Lift Cover
Connect
Charger
3. Disconnect the Power Charger — When the battery is fully charged, remove
the power charger from the phone and push down the charger port’s rubber
cover.
Note: When you next have to charge the phone’s battery, you do not have to power
off the phone. Just connect the charger as described above and wait until the
LCD display indicates the battery is fully charged.
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Powering On the Phone
Powering On the Phone
Push and hold down the End/Power key for more than two seconds to power on
the phone. The LCD display turns on showing an image of a white sun on a yellow
background.
Allow 30 seconds for the phone to start up.
Go to Chapter 3 “Getting Started” to learn how to set up a Wi-Fi network
connection and start using the phone.
Power On
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PQRS
a/A
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TUV
DEF
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MNO
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Installing the Battery
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Chapter 3: Getting Started
The Skype Wi-Fi Phone requires a wireless connection to a Wi-Fi access point to
operate. In addition, the access point network must provide access to the
Internet to make Skype calls.
You can set the phone to connect to specific wireless networks or search for
“open” networks, such as public hotspots. Wireless network information is stored
in the phone’s memory as “Preferred Networks” that are searched for each time
the phone is powered on.
When powering on the Skype Wi-Fi Phone for the first time, there are no
Preferred Networks in the phone’s memory. You need to select a wireless
network and sign into your Skype account before you can start making calls.
First-Time Startup
When the Skype Wi-Fi Phone is used for the first time, follow these steps to set
up the phone and make a network connection:
1. Select the language of the display. The default is
English.
2. Read and accept the Skype Agreement statement. .
“No Emergency Calls. Skype is not a replacement for
your ordinary telephone and cannot be used for
emergency calling.
I have read and accept the Skype’s terms and
conditions at www.skype.com/eula and
www.skype.com/tos and in my device user guide.”
See Appendix B for the full text of the Skype
Agreement.
You must accept the Agreement to use the phone.
Press the Left Soft Key to accept the Agreement.
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Getting Started
3. The phone scans for nearby wireless networks and
lists those that it finds.
Normally, you need to be within 90 m (300 ft) of a
network’s wireless access point to be able to connect
to it. If the network you want to connect to is not on
the list, move to another location and try again.
4. From the wireless networks list, select the wireless
network that you want to connect to and press the
Left Soft Key to access Options menu. Then select
“Connect.”
If a security key is required, the phone prompts for the
key value. Security keys should be provided by the
wireless network operator.
The access point information is stored in the phone’s
memory as a “Preferred Network” and will be used
next time the phone is powered on.
5. If you already have a Skype account, sign in with your
user name and password.
Note: If you are already signed into your Skype account from
your PC, you should sign out first before using the
phone. You cannot sign into your Skype account from
two devices at the same time.
You can also create a new account using the phone.
See “Creating a New Skype Account” on page 3-7.
When your Skype login is successful, you can start
making calls. Your current list of contacts should
display in the Contacts screen.
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Understanding the Phone’s LCD Display
Understanding the Phone’s LCD Display
The Skype Wi-Fi Phone’s color LCD display provides various status indicators and
access to the menu-based interface. The illustration below shows the main
screen and its elements.
Wireless Signal Status
Skype Online Status
Skype Credit
Left Soft Key Action
Battery Status — Indicates the status of the battery. The following states may be
displayed:
The battery is at a very low level and should be charged immdiately.
The battery is at a partially charged level.
The battery is fully charged.
The battery is charging from a low level.
The battery is charging, reaching a partially charged level.
The battery is charging, reaching a fully charged level.
Wireless Signal Status — Indicates the strength of the Wi-Fi network signal. The
following states may be displayed:
There is no detectable wireless signal.
Battery Status
Notifications
Current Time
Right Soft Key Action
There is a weak wireless signal.
There is a good wireless signal.
There is a strong wireless signal.
Phone Notifications — The notification icons alert you of certain events or
settings. The following icons may be displayed:
Missed Call. A missed call is listed on the Call List screen.
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New Voicemail. A voicemail has been received, but has not yet been
heard.
Authorization Request. An new request has been received and is listed
on the pending authorizations screen.
Silent. The silent mode is active. No ring tones or alerts will be heard.
Keypad Locked. The keypad is currently locked.
Services Expiry. Your Skype Credit for one or more services is close to
expiry.
Headset Attached. The headset is currently attached to the phone.
Skype Online Status — Indicates your current Skype online status. The following
states may be displayed:
Online. The normal status when you are signed in to Skype.
Offline. When you are not signed in to Skype.
Do Not Disturb. You can set this status to indicate that you are busy.
Skype Me. Makes your Skype name availalbe for anyone to call.
Invisible. Indicates to others that you are offline, but you are still signed
in to Skype and can make calls.
Current Time — The current time set on the phone. You can set the phone’s time
and date by using the Menu to select “Settings” and then “Time and Date.”
Skype Credit — Your current Skype Credit balance.
Right Soft Key Action — The action that happens when you press the Right Soft
Key. Typically, the Right Soft Key cancels the last action or returns to the previous
menu. From the main screen, this provides access to your Contacts list.
Left Soft Key Action — The action that happens when you press the Left Soft
Key. Typically, the Left Soft Key selects the current menu item or confirms a
setting. From the main screen, this provides access to the user menu.
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