ASUS J103 User Manual

Welcome the world in the palm of your hands!

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March 2005 First edition V1

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Chapter summary

Chapter 1: Welcome!Chapter 1: Welcome!

Chapter 1: Welcome!

Chapter 1: Welcome!Chapter 1: Welcome!

Chapter 2: Basic phone information Chapter 2: Basic phone information

Chapter 2: Basic phone information

Chapter 2: Basic phone information Chapter 2: Basic phone information

This chapter features the basic information on the mobile phone including the phone layout, installation of phone components, and procedures that you have to perform before using the mobile phone.

Chapter 3: Getting started Chapter 3: Getting started

Chapter 3: Getting started

Chapter 3: Getting started Chapter 3: Getting started

This chapter provides information on the display layout, screen icons, and basic phone operations so you can start using your mobile phone.

Chapter 4: Changing the settings Chapter 4: Changing the settings

Chapter 4: Changing the settings

Chapter 4: Changing the settings Chapter 4: Changing the settings

This chapter provides information on how to change the phone settings. It tells you how to change and customize your call, display, ring tone, and phone security settings.

Chapter 5: Managing the phone book Chapter 5: Managing the phone book

Chapter 5: Managing the phone book

Chapter 5: Managing the phone book Chapter 5: Managing the phone book

This chapter provides information on how to save, share, and manage contact information using the phone book.

(Pages 25 ~ 64)

(Pages 9 ~ 24)

(Pages 65 ~ 126)

(Pages 127 ~ 156)

Chapter 6: Messaging features Chapter 6: Messaging features

Chapter 6: Messaging features

Chapter 6: Messaging features Chapter 6: Messaging features

This chapter provides information on the MMS and SMS messaging features of your mobile phone including instructions on how to send text, graphics, and audio files to other mobile phones.

(Pages 157 ~ 196)

Chapter 7: Capturing moments Chapter 7: Capturing moments

Chapter 7: Capturing moments

Chapter 7: Capturing moments Chapter 7: Capturing moments

This chapter provides information on how to capture photos and videos using the camera.

Chapter 8: Having fun Chapter 8: Having fun

Chapter 8: Having fun

Chapter 8: Having fun Chapter 8: Having fun

This chapter tells you how to play games on your mobile phone, change the ring tone settings, and browse your captured photos and videos.

Chapter 9: Organizing your stuff Chapter 9: Organizing your stuff

Chapter 9: Organizing your stuff

Chapter 9: Organizing your stuff Chapter 9: Organizing your stuff

This chapter provides information on how to use the phone organizer for your daily activities.

Chapter 10: Managing calls and customizing manners Chapter 10: Managing calls and customizing manners

Chapter 10: Managing calls and customizing manners

Chapter 10: Managing calls and customizing manners Chapter 10: Managing calls and customizing manners

This chapter provides information on how to manage the call records and how to select or customize the phone manner.

(Pages 229 ~ 236)

(Pages 197 ~ 228)

(Pages 237 ~ 272)

(Pages 273 ~ 294)

Chapter 11:Chapter 11:

Chapter 11:

Chapter 11:Chapter 11:

This chapter tells you how to surf the Internet using your mobile phone and how to access value-added services offered by your phone operator.

Safety Notice Safety Notice

Safety Notice

Safety Notice Safety Notice

Surfing the Internet and using value added servicesSurfing the Internet and using value added services

Surfing the Internet and using value added services

Surfing the Internet and using value added servicesSurfing the Internet and using value added services

(Pages 295 ~ 306)

(Pages A-1 ~ A-2)

Safety precautions

For your safety and to keep your phone in good operating condition, read the following tips and reminders carefully before using your phone.

Do not use driving, unless you use an earphone or hands-free car kit.

Switch off the phone when you are inside a hospital or near medical equipment. Follow hospital rules and regulations on using devices that may cause interference.

Switch off the phone while in an aircraft. Wireless devices may cause interference in the aircraft communication and navigation systems.

Switch off the phone when refuelling. Do not use the phone near fuels or chemicals.

Always keep the phone dry and free from dust.

your phone while

Do not use the phone where blasting is in progress. Strictly observe restrictions where required.

Use the phone to call for help or to help others during emergencies.

Ensure that the phone is switched off before removing the battery or SIM card.

Refer phone servicing only to qualified personnel.

Use only approved accessories and batteries. Do not connect incompatible products or devices.

Use the phone following the instructions in this user guide.

Conventions

To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following conventions used throughout this user guide.

NOTENOTE

NOTE: Tips and information to aid in completing a task.

NOTENOTE

IMPORTANTIMPORTANT

IMPORTANT: Information that you MUST follow to

IMPORTANTIMPORTANT complete a task.

CAUTIONCAUTION

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the phone

CAUTIONCAUTION when trying to complete a task.

WARNINGWARNING

WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when

WARNINGWARNING trying to complete a task.

NETWORK DEPENDENT/SUBSCRIBED FEATURENETWORK DEPENDENT/SUBSCRIBED FEATURE

NETWORK DEPENDENT/SUBSCRIBED FEATURE:

NETWORK DEPENDENT/SUBSCRIBED FEATURENETWORK DEPENDENT/SUBSCRIBED FEATURE The phone feature is network dependent or subscribed.

Welcome!

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Thank you for choosing the

ASUSASUS

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J103 mobile phone J103 mobile phone

J103 mobile phone!

J103 mobile phone J103 mobile phone

This phone comes with the latest mobile technology that fits your world into your hands. The J103 is a dual-band mobile phone with dual LCD, built-in 300K camera, MMS/SMS messaging capability, organizer, WAP, and GPRS.

With 4 MB memory, J103 allows you to save graphics, audio, video, and text files like no other mobile phone could match. The J103 mobile phone also comes in a light and compact design making it a perfect partner whether you’re on or off the road.

With these and many more, J103 is sure to give you a satisfying mobile phone experience.

Package contents

Check your mobile phone package for the following items.

J103 mobileJ103 mobile

J103 mobile

J103 mobileJ103 mobile

phone unitphone unit

phone unit

phone unitphone unit

• Contact your retailer if any of the items is damaged or missing.

•Your phone operator may place other items that are not part of the standard mobile phone package.

Lithium-IonLithium-Ion

Lithium-Ion

Lithium-IonLithium-Ion

batterybattery

battery

batterybattery

HeadsetHeadset

Headset

HeadsetHeadset

Battery chargerBattery charger

Battery charger

Battery chargerBattery charger

and plugand plug

and plug

and plugand plug

User GuideUser Guide

User Guide

User GuideUser Guide

Optional accessoriesOptional accessories

Optional accessories

Optional accessoriesOptional accessories

These phone accessories are optional items and are purchased separately. Ask your phone operator for details.

Desktop chargerDesktop charger

Desktop charger

Car chargerCar charger

Car charger

Car chargerCar charger

Desktop chargerDesktop charger

USB data transfer cableUSB data transfer cable

USB data transfer cable

USB data transfer cableUSB data transfer cable

USB sync cableUSB sync cable

USB sync cable

USB sync cableUSB sync cable

Support CDSupport CD

Support CD

Support CDSupport CD

This chapter features the basic information on the mobile phone including the phone layout, installation of phone components, and procedures that you have to perform before using the mobile phone.

Chapter summaryChapter summary

Chapter summary

Chapter summaryChapter summary

Phone layout ..................................................................................... 11

Function keys .................................................................................... 13

Multi-color LED indicator ................................................................... 14

Changeable faceplate ........................................................................ 15

Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card .............................................. 16

Battery .............................................................................................. 17

Battery power levels .................................................................. 17

Installing and removing the battery ........................................... 18

Charging the battery.................................................................. 20

Signal strength .................................................................................. 22

LCD displays ...................................................................................... 22

Camera .............................................................................................. 23

Switching the phone ON or OFF ........................................................ 24

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Phone layout

Front viewFront view

Front view

Front viewFront view

AntennaAntenna

Antenna

AntennaAntenna

FlashFlash

Flash

FlashFlash CameraCamera

Camera

CameraCamera

ChangeableChangeable

Changeable

ChangeableChangeable faceplatefaceplate

faceplate

faceplatefaceplate

External displayExternal display

External display

External displayExternal display

LED indicatorLED indicator

LED indicator

LED indicatorLED indicator

SpeakerSpeaker

Speaker

SpeakerSpeaker

* The battery comes uninstalled on the J103 mobile phone. Refer to the battery

installation section for instructions on how to install the battery.

Back viewBack view

Back view

Back viewBack view

Strap holderStrap holder

Strap holder

Strap holderStrap holder

I/O connectorI/O connector

I/O connector

I/O connectorI/O connector covercover

cover

covercover

Battery latchBattery latch

Battery latch

Battery latchBattery latch

Battery*Battery*

Battery*

Battery*Battery*

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Phone layout

Side view (Left)Side view (Left)

Side view (Left)

Side view (Left)Side view (Left)

Camera/VoiceCamera/Voice

Camera/Voice

Camera/VoiceCamera/Voice

dial buttondial button

dial button

dial buttondial button

ChangeableChangeable

Changeable

ChangeableChangeable

faceplatefaceplate

faceplate

faceplatefaceplate

I/O connectorI/O connector

I/O connector

I/O connectorI/O connector

(inside the cover)(inside the cover)

(inside the cover)

(inside the cover)(inside the cover)

Volume up buttonVolume up button

Volume up button

Volume up buttonVolume up button Volume down button Volume down button

Volume down button

Volume down button Volume down button

Front view (Open flip top)Front view (Open flip top)

Front view (Open flip top)

Front view (Open flip top)Front view (Open flip top)

EarpieceEarpiece

Earpiece

EarpieceEarpiece

Main displayMain display

Main display

Main displayMain display

Navigation/Quicklaunch keysNavigation/Quicklaunch keys

Navigation/Quicklaunch keys

Navigation/Quicklaunch keysNavigation/Quicklaunch keys

Soft key (left)Soft key (left)

Soft key (left)

Soft key (left)Soft key (left)

Call keyCall key

Call key

Call keyCall key

Alphanumeric keysAlphanumeric keys

Alphanumeric keys

Alphanumeric keysAlphanumeric keys

Flip topFlip top

Flip top

Flip topFlip top

Soft keySoft key

Soft key

Soft keySoft key (right)(right)

(right)

(right)(right)

On/Off/EndOn/Off/End

On/Off/End

On/Off/EndOn/Off/End callcall

keykey

call

key

callcall

keykey

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MicrophoneMicrophone

Microphone

MicrophoneMicrophone

Function keys

When the phone is in idle mode, you can press the following function keys to launch some of the most common phone functions and features.

Displays the SMS/MMS inbox

Displays the Fun menuDisplays the Camera menu

Launches the phone menu; performs

various functions depending on the

menu level and screen display

Answers a call; displays dialed numbers

Puts the phone in active mode;

selects an option; enters data; long

press to launch WAP; shows the

wallpaper in full screen mode

Side keysSide keys

Side keys

Side keysSide keys

Displays the phone book when in idle mode; performs various functions depending on the menu level and screen display

Ends a call; turns the phone ON or OFF Displays your shortcuts

Enters numbers, alphanumeric characters, and symbols

Press once to launch the camera. Long press to launch the voice command function.

Press this button to increase the ring tone volume.

Press this button to decrease the ring tone volume.

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Multi-color LED indicator

The phone comes with a multi-color LED located below the external display. This LED displays the phone, message, or call status in four different color indications.

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ColorColor

Color

ColorColor

Purple (flashing) Default (Idle) Red Battery is charging Red (flashing) Battery low warning Green Battery is fully charged Green (flashing) Missed call

LED indicatorLED indicator

LED indicator

LED indicatorLED indicator

Aside from the four-color LED indicator, seven colors are available for caller identification. You may assign a specific LED color to a phone book entry. See Chapter 9 “Organizing your stuff” for details.

StatusStatus

Status

StatusStatus

New SMS/MMS message

Changeable faceplate

The faceplate of the phone can be easily removed and replaced with a different one without the need for any tools.

To change the faceplate:

1. With the front of the phone facing you, wedge your fingernail into the notch located right above the faceplate . Carefully pull the faceplate off of the phone, and set it aside.

2. Pick up the new faceplate and align the locking latches at the bottom of it to the corresponding notches on the phone.

3. Press down firmly along all sides until the faceplate snaps into place.

Before removing the faceplate, make sure the phone is powered off and disconnected from the charger.

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Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card

The phone operator provides you with a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card that stores your mobile phone number, phone book entries, SMS/MMS messages, graphics, etc. Install the SIM card before you install the battery.

The SIM card usually comes embedded on a plastic card. Read the SIM card documentation before removing the SIM card. Remove any rough edges on the SIM card before you install it to the phone.

To install the SIM card:

1. Position the SIM card (A) over the SIM card slot with the contacts (golden connectors) face down, and the nicked corner (B) matching the notch (C) on the SIM card slot.

2. Carefully press, then slide the SIM card into the slot until it fits completely.

• Keep SIM cards out of children’s reach.

• Be careful when handling, inserting, or removing a SIM card to avoid damaging its contacts.

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To remove or replace a SIM card:

1. When installed, remove the battery following the instructions in the next section.

2. From the dent (A) on the SIM card slot, use your fingertip to push the SIM card halfway

out of the slot.

3. Carefully pull the SIM card out from the SIM

card slot. Set the SIM card aside.

4. Replace the SIM card following the instructions in the previous section.

Battery

A rechargable Lithium-Ion battery powers your mobile phone. Make sure that the battery is fully charged before using the phone for the first time. Initial battery charging may take about eight (8) hours. You can charge the battery when the phone is either on or off.

A battery icon on the main and external displays indicates the battery power level. Refer to the table below for battery icon indications.

Battery power levelsBattery power levels

Battery power levels

Battery power levelsBattery power levels

The battery icon on both displays helps you keep track of the remaining battery power, so you will know when to charge the battery. Take note of the battery icon indicating the battery power levels.

Icon IndicationIcon Indication

Icon Indication

Icon IndicationIcon Indication

Battery is 55% to 100% full Battery is 25% to 55% full Battery is 10% to 25% full Battery is 0% to 10% full Battery has low power.

Charging is needed.

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Installing and removing the batteryInstalling and removing the battery

Installing and removing the battery

Installing and removing the batteryInstalling and removing the battery

Follow these instructions to install the battery to the mobile phone. To install the battery:

1. Insert the battery hooks to the holes on the bottom of the battery compartment.

2. Push the battery to the direction of the arrow until it clicks in place.

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To remove the battery:

1. Push the battery latch upward until the

2. Lift the battery until it is disengaged from

battery ejects from the unit.

These illustrations are for reference only and may not exactly show the actual unit. Colors were used for emphasis.

the battery terminals. Set the battery aside.

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Charging the batteryCharging the battery

Charging the battery

Charging the batteryCharging the battery

Make sure that the battery is properly installed before charging.

To charge the battery:

1. Connect the charger to a power source. 2 Flip open the I/O connector cover on the

side of the phone.

3. Connect the power cable plug to the I/O connector.

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Disconnect the charger from the power source and the plug from the mobile phone when charging is complete.

When the phone is onWhen the phone is on

When the phone is on

When the phone is onWhen the phone is on

The battery icon on both external and main displays animates to indicate that the battery is charging. It takes about two to three hours to fully charge the battery. A message appears on the display to tell you that the battery is fully charged. The battery icon now shows four green bars.

External displayExternal display

External display

External displayExternal display

When the phone is offWhen the phone is off

When the phone is off

When the phone is offWhen the phone is off

Both displays show an animated battery icon to indicate the battery is charging. When the battery is fully charged, both displays show a fully charged battery icon.

Battery is chargingBattery is charging

Battery is charging

Battery is chargingBattery is charging

Main displayMain display

Main display

Main displayMain display

Battery is fullyBattery is fully

Battery is fully

Battery is fullyBattery is fully

chargedcharged

charged

chargedcharged

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Signal strength

Your phone has an external antenna and signal strength icon in both main and external LCD displays to indicate the signal level. Refer to the table for signal strength indications.

The signal strength depends on your proximity to your phone operator signal station. Ask assistance from your phone operator if the signal level in your location is weak or fluctuating.

IconIcon

Icon

IconIcon

IndicationIndication

Indication

IndicationIndication No service (dead spot) Poor signal Low signal Fair signal Good signal Strong signal (ideal) Emergency outgoing calls only;

No SIM card installed

LCD displays

This phone includes two LCD displays: external and main. Both displays are illuminated by a backlight that automatically turns on or off after a certain period of time depending on your setting. Refer to the next chapter for details on adjusting the LCD backlight.

Do not apply too much pressure on the phone to avoid damaging the LCD displays. Avoid putting the phone in your pockets, cramped bags, and in areas where it is pressed on hard surfaces.

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Camera

Your phone comes with a built-in camera that allows you to capture, edit, and share photos and videos with other mobile phone, PDA, notebook, or PC users. Refer to Chapter 5 “Having fun” for more information.

CameraCamera

Camera

CameraCamera

SpecificationSpecification

Specification

SpecificationSpecification

SensorSensor

Sensor CMOS type

SensorSensor PixelPixel

Pixel 300K

PixelPixel Self-captureSelf-capture

Self-capture Supported thru the external display

Self-captureSelf-capture Preview functionPreview function

Preview function Supported

Preview functionPreview function TimerTimer

Timer Supported

TimerTimer Low light supportLow light support

Low light support Built-in flash

Low light supportLow light support Digital ZoomDigital Zoom

Digital Zoom Supported

Digital ZoomDigital Zoom Multi-captureMulti-capture

Multi-capture Supports 4, 6, 9, and 16 captures

Multi-captureMulti-capture VideoVideo

Video 15-second AVI video

VideoVideo

DescriptionDescription

Description

DescriptionDescription

(with audio)

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Switching the phone ON or OFF

To turn

ONON

ON the phone:

ONON

1 Open the phone flip top to access the keypad.

2. Press and hold

for a few seconds until the display turns on.

3. If you are asked for a Personal Identification Number (PIN) code, key-in the code using the keypad, then press

• Some SIM cards come with a default PIN code. Read the SIM card documentation before entering the PIN code.

• The phone allows you to enter the PIN code in three attempts. You must enter the PIN Unlocking Key (PUK) if you fail to key-in the correct PIN in three attempts. The PUK is provided by your phone operator.

To turn

OFF OFF

OFF the phone:

OFF OFF

. The main display shows the idle screen.

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1. Open the phone flip top.

2. Set the phone in idle mode, then press and hold

for a few seconds until the display

turns off.

This chapter provides information on the display layout, screen icons, and basic phone operations so you can start using your mobile phone.

Chapter summaryChapter summary

Chapter summary

Chapter summaryChapter summary

Display layout ................................................................................... 28

Other display modes .................................................................. 29

Indicator icons................................................................................... 30

Main menu ......................................................................................... 32

Navigating the main menu ......................................................... 33

Sub-menu .......................................................................................... 33

Changing initial settings .................................................................... 34

Setting the date and time.......................................................... 34

Setting the time zone ................................................................ 35

Setting the date format ............................................................. 36

Setting the time format ............................................................. 37

Selecting a language .................................................................. 38

Creating a greeting text ............................................................ 39

Basic operations ................................................................................ 40

Placing a local call ...................................................................... 40

Placing an international call ........................................................ 41

Calling a number from your phone book .................................... 42

Calling a recently dialed number ................................................ 42

Initiating a conference call ......................................................... 45

Answering a call ......................................................................... 52

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Adjusting the ring volume .......................................................... 53

Saving a phone number in the phone book ................................ 54

Entering text .............................................................................. 56

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Display layout

The phone display area has three parts when in idle mode.

Icon/Title barIcon/Title bar

Icon/Title bar

Icon/Title barIcon/Title bar

idle idle

idle mode, this bar shows

idle idle

the indicator icons.

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In either or shows the name of the current menu, sub-menu, or function.

Soft key barSoft key bar

Soft key bar

Soft key barSoft key bar

This bar shows the current functions of the left and right soft keys. The soft key functions vary depending on the selected menu.

The soft key bar also displays the available functions of the 4-way navigation keys when in sub-menu or function display. The arrows (left/right/up/down) appear or disappear depending on the current sub-menu, function, or application. When a directional arrow appears, you can press the corresponding button on the navigation key to move the cursor or selection to that direction.

menumenu

menu,

menumenu

function function

function modes, this bar

function function

sub-menusub-menu

sub-menu,

sub-menusub-menu

Text and graphic areaText and graphic area

Text and graphic area

Text and graphic areaText and graphic area

idle idle

idle mode, this area

idle idle shows the name of the service provider, date, time, and manner if you choose to display them. This are also displays your selected wallpaper.

In either sub-menusub-menu

sub-menu, or

sub-menusub-menu modes, this area displays text, graphics, or both.

menumenu

menu,

menumenu

functionfunction

function

functionfunction

Other display modesOther display modes

Other display modes

Other display modesOther display modes

The phone display varies according to menu levels and modes.

Menu modeMenu mode

Menu mode

Menu modeMenu mode

Page loading modePage loading mode

Page loading mode

Page loading modePage loading mode

Sub-menu modeSub-menu mode

Sub-menu mode

Sub-menu modeSub-menu mode

Text input modeText input mode

Text input mode

Text input modeText input mode

Function modeFunction mode

Function mode

Function modeFunction mode

Selection modeSelection mode

Selection mode

Selection modeSelection mode

Phone book modePhone book mode

Phone book mode

Phone book modePhone book mode

Camera modeCamera mode

Camera mode

Camera modeCamera mode

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Indicator icons

The icons that appear on the displays indicate the activated phone features and alert you of an SMS/MMS message or other useful information. The screen displays below show all the icons in the main and external displays. Refer to the table on the next page for a description of each icon.

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Main displayMain display

Main display

Main displayMain display

(silent mode and

privilege list activated)

External displayExternal display

External display

External displayExternal display

(silent mode)

The indicator icons appear only after you have installed a SIM card and turned on the phone.

Main displayMain display

Main display

Main displayMain display

(vibrate mode and

ignore list activated)

External displayExternal display

External display

External displayExternal display

(vibrate mode)

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