Audiovox MVX-550 User Manual

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PRINTED IN JAPAN 9-93

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
WRIST STRAP ATTACHMENT.........................................7
BATTERY INSTALLATION AND
RECHARGING
To Attach the Battery Pack To Detach the Battery Pack
To Recharge Battery IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PRECAUTIONS..................................................................12
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS..........................................13
FEATURES AND OPTIONS
FUNCTIONS.......................................................................15
BASIC OPERATION..........................................................17
Turning the Unit On/Off
• Antenna Position
• Receiving Signal Strength Indicator
• Battery Level Indicator To Store a Number in Memory To Recall a Number from Memory To Review the Prefix Display Own Telephone Number Repertory Memory Scroll Automatic Storing into a Vacant Memory
Address Secret Memory To Lock the Unit Automatic Lock (NAM Option) To Unlock the Unit Backlighting On/Off Control Volume Control
MEMORY NAME TAG......................................................22
To Enter Names using Alpha (Letters)
To Store Name with Phone Number
To Recall from Memory with Name
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ALPHA SEARCH................................................................24
PLACING TELEPHONE CA LS
To Place a Call If the Call Fails to Go Thi ugh Automatic Redial (NAM O tion) Terminating a Call To Receive Calls Silent Incoming Calls Silent Alert Beep (NAM O tion) Any Digit Key Answering VAM Option) Automatic Answering To Place a Call with a Nu iber in the Memory Speed Dialing Last Three Number Redia! Programmable Emergency lall (NAM Option)
To Mute a Phone Conversi ;ion
ONE TOUCH DIALING.....................................................29
To Store a Number into O e Touch Memory To Place a Call to a Numb« in One Touch Memory
VOICE MAIL DIALING
To Store a Numbers To Place a Call
CALL RESTRICTION (NAM OPTION)
To Set Call Restricted Moi i To Exit Call Restriction P: igramming Mode
END-TO-END SIGNALING
Touch Tone^“^ from Memoi
Link Dialing SCRATCH-PAD DIALING SCRATCH-PAD DIALING
WITHOUT KEYING TOl ES.......................................33
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CALL TIME DISPLAY
To Display the Talk Time of the Last Call To Display the Cumulative Talk Time To Display the Number of Calls Outgoing Call Timer Only (NAM Option) To Clear the Timer
One Minute Beep (NAM Option) SID MANAGEMENT (NAM OPTION)
A/B SYSTEM SELECTION ..............................................35
MULTIPLE CITY REGISTRATION LAST RESCAN SID INDICATOR RADIO FREQUENCY (RF)
CHANNEL INDICATOR
AUTOMATIC CALLS IN ABSENCE
INDICATOR...............................................................37
SERIAL DATA MODE
FUNCTION REVIEW.........................................................38
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING
Touch Tone™ is a registered trade mark of AT & T.
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AUDIOVOX
“MINIVOXII”
HANDHELD PORTABLE
CELLULAR TELEPHONE
Audiovox introduces the Minivox II, one of the most advanced handheld portable cellular telephones in the world. Your new Minivox II allows you the free dom to enjoy the benefits of cellular communications without the limitations.
Your new Minivox II has been built to the same exacting level of high engineering standards that has made the Audiovox cellular telephone line the top rated brand in the industry.
The Minivox II is packed with advanced features that provide the ultimate in convenience and safety, like
one touch dialing, programmable emergency calling and a battery life indicator.
The Minivox II also features “Any Digit Key Answer” that allows you to answer a call by pressing any of the numbered keys on the keypad. It also has the
ability to redial any of the last three numbers you attempted to call!
SYSTEM
CONFIGURATION
System configuration and the equipment list are as shown below.
Optional accessories include a desk top charger, rapid
charger, a hands free car kit with an RJll output (for interface with a laptop computer or facsimile machines) and provisions for external antenna and power booster. A cigarette lighter adaptor and leather carrying case are also available.
And of course, your new Minivox II comes with some thing only an Audiovox phone can provide. The proven reliability that has made Audiovox one of the worlds leading suppliers of cellular communications equip ment.
List of Equipment
No.
Name of the Equipment
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Handheld Portable Telephone
(D
Battery Pack (BTE-700)
CD
Wrist Strap (WS-700)
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Travel Battery Charger (TRC-700A) Spare Batteiy Pack (BTR-700)
WRIST STRAP
ATTACHMENT
BATTERY INSTALLATION
AND RECHARGING
Attach the wrist strap to the unit through the strap hole as shown below Ci).
Then put the long loop through the smaller loop as shown below d).
The Portable Telephone contains a Detachable Battery Pack {BTR-700/BTE-700). Fully charged Battery Pack offers approximately 60 minutes Talk Time or 12 hours standby for BTR-700, and approximately 100 minutes Talk Time or 20 hours standby for BTE-700. It is recommended to cariy one fully charged spare Bat tery Pack for longer operation. (Additional Battery Packs may be purchased at your Cellular Telephone Dealer.)

To Attach the Battery Pack

CD Insert the hook at the end of the Battery Pack into
the slot at the end of the unit.
@ Press the Battery Pack down to lock the Battery
Pack onto the unit.

To Detach the Battery Pack

(D Press the Release Latch as shown below,
® Lift up to remove the Battery Pack from the unit
gently.

To Recharge Battery

The Travel Battery Charger (TRC-700A) can recharge the Standard Battery {BTE-700) at 10 hours or an op tional Slim Battery (BTR-700) at 6 hours respectively.
1. Set the Battery Pack ® Holding the Travel Battery Charger in your hand,
insert the Battery Pack into the Travel Battery Charger.
d) Press the Battery Pack down to lock the Battery
Pack onto the Travel Battery Charger.
2. Flip up the blades on the back side of the Travel Battery Charger and plug into AC outlet. The LED {Light Emitting Diode) on the Travel Battery Charger will light red while recharging.
After recharging has been finished, unplug from AC outlet and take off the Battery Pack so as not to reduce the life and capacity of the Batteiy Pack.
CD Unplug from AC outlet by holding the top of
Travel Batteiy Charger as shown below.
Note: (1) Environmental temperature for full battery
recharging with fixed time: 0 - -i-SS^C
(2) We recommend you to set the Battery Pack in
to the Travel Battery Charger and plug into AC outlet as shown below.
Holding the Travel Battery Charger with your hand, and then press the Release Latch as shown
below. Lift up to remove the Batteiy Pack from the
Travel Battery Charger gently.
IMPORTANT

PRECAUTIONS

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

for Travel Battery Charger

1- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual con
tains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger.
2. Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery.
3. CAUTION - To reduce risk of injury, charge only Ni MH type rechargeable batteries. Other types of bat teries may burst causing personal injury and damage.
4. Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
5. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
6. An extension cord should not be used unless abso lutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If extension cord must be used, make sure:
a. That pins of plug of extension cord are the same
number, size, and shape as those of plug on charger;
b. That extension cord is properly wired and in good
electrical condition; and
c. That wire size is large enough for AC ampere
rating of charge.
7. Do not operate charger with damaged plug - replace charger immediately.
8. Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to an authorized Audiovox cellular service center.
9. Do not disassemble charger; take it to an authorized Audiovox cellular service center when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire,
10. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
Your Handheld Portable Telephone is a high quality
piece of equipment. Before operating the equipment,
please take the following precautions,
1. Don’t use this equipment in an extreme environment where high temperature or high humidity exists.
2. Don’t abuse the equipment. Avoid striking, shaking or shocking. When not using the unit, lay down the unit to avoid possible damage due to instability.
3. Don’t expose this equipment to rain or spilled bever ages.
4. Recharge the battery fully before your first use of the unit.
5. When the battery becomes discharged, two beep tones will be heard every 10 seconds, and the display will show . Replace the discharged batteiy with a fully charged one, and recharge the dis charged battery,
6. To ensure long battery life, operate the unit until
is displayed, then recharging the bat tery. Remove Battery Pack from the unit when it is not expected to be used for a long period.
Recharging at least once eveiy month is recommended
when not being used.
7. Don't charge the Battery in a place in the sunshine.
The product that you have purchased con-
7%,^ tains a rechargeable Batteiy. The Battery is
recyclable. At the end of it’s useful life, under
Ni-MH various state and local laws, it may be illegal
to dispose of this Battery into the municipal waste stream. Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper dis posal.
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GENERAL
SPECIFICATIONS
(Subject to change without notice)
Frequency Range
Number of RF Channels
Channel Spacing
Duplex Spacing
Frequency Stability
RF Output Power
Receiver Sensitivity
Modulation/Demodulatdon
Operating Temperature
Supply Voltage
Current Drain
Operating Time
Size
Weight
824 to 849 MHz, Transmit 869 to 894 MHz, Receive 832, Full Duplex 30 KHz 45 MHz ±2.5 PPM
0.6W ERP With Power Control
-116 dBm {12 dB SINAD) Voice PM (With Compander)
Data FM
-20“C to +60°C
4.8 V (NiMH Battery 1.2 V x 4, 1100 mAH) In Use;
Approx. 540 mA
Standby;
Approx. 50 mA
BTR-700
Talk; Approx 60 min. (at full power output) Standby; Approx. 12 hours
BTE-700
Talk; Approx. 100 min. (at full power output)
Standby; Approx. 20 hours Approx. 25 (H) X 53 (W) X 160 (D) mm
0.96 (H) X 2.1 (W) X 6.3 (D) inch Approx. 260 gr (9.2 oz)
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FEATURES AND
OPTIONS
Push Button Dialing Backlit Keypad and Display with On/Off Control
Large Size Dot-matrix LCD Display
Status/Function Indicator 15 Digits Dial Number
Receiving Signal Strength Indicator Battery Level Indicator (Electronic) Volume Control
Pre-set Dialing up to 16 Digits (32 Digits: NAM Option) Extended Readability (Prefix Review) Last Digit Clear Digit Display Clear Programmable Emergency Call in locked or
restricted modes
Repertory Dialing: 16/80-Digit 100 Memories
Speed Dialing Repertory Memory Scroll Automatic Storing into a Vacant Memory Address
Secret Memory Memory Name Tag Alpha Search Linked Preset Dialing from Memory Voice Mail Dialing One Touch Dialing Any Digit Key Answering (NAM Option) Automatic Answering Last Number Redial
Last Three Number Redial Automatic Redial (NAM Option)
Mute or Hold
Scratch-pad Dialing (with/without Keying Tones)
End-to-End Signaling Touch Tone™ from Memory
Continuous DTMF from Keypad
Call Restrictions (NAM Option)
Silent Incoming Calls
Silent Alert Beep (NAM Option)
Call Time Display (Five Functions) Automatic Calls in Absence Indicator Display Own Telephone Number Multiple A/B System Selection
SID Management (NAM Option) Multiple City Registration Last Rescan SID Indicator RF Channel Indicator
Electronic Lock Automatic Lock (NAM Option)
Function Review
Serial Data I/O Mode
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FUNCTIONS

(DIN USE n (2) NO SVC ­(3) ROAM — (4) LOCK — (5) Power
Indicator
(8) Send Key
(9) End Key (10) Power
On/Off Key
(11) Digit —
Keys
ooo ©oo
4IPIOrO№ ^
— Retractable
Whip Antenna
Earpiece (6) Receiving
Signal Strength Indicator
(7) Alpha
Numeric Display
(12) One Touch (13) Voice Mail (14) Store
(15) Recall
- (16) Volume/ (17) Function
^(18) Clear
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Microphone
Dial Key Access Key Key
Key Alpha
Key Key
Key
(1)
(2)
18 in a non-coverage area.
indicator lights when a call is in progress,
(no service) indicator lights when the unit
(3) indicator lights when the unit is out of the
home area. (4) (5)
indicator lights when the unit is locked.
S! is used as a POWER ON indicator which lights
when the unit is turned on.
(6)
RECEIVING SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR:
The number of shaded blocks indicates the Receiv
ing Signal Strength.
15-CHARACTER FUNCTIONAL ALPHA
(7)
NUMERIC DISPLAY:
First 5 characters indicate current function and
status conditions. The remaining 10 characters show the last 10 digits of the dialed number.
(8)
(send key) is used for placing or
receiving a call. EPBi (end key) terminates a call.
(9)
(10)
(power on/off key) is used to turn on/off the
unit.
(11) DIGIT KEYS to enter a phone number.
(12)
(one-touch key) allows you to place a call with
a single key stroke,
(13) (voice mail access key) allows you to access the
linked speed dialing capability.
(14)
(store key) stores phone numbers in repertory
memory,
(15)
(recall key) recalls phone numbers from reper
tory memory.
(16)
(volume/alpha key) is used to control Earpiece audio level as well as the Alert Tone. is also used as (alpha key) in combination with to enter 5 Alphabetical char acters.
(17)
(function key) shifts the digit keys to the
functional keys.
(18)
iGliH (clear key) clears the digit(s) from the display.
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BASIC OPERATION
Turning the Unit On/Off
Press! indicator [M will light (all indicators will light momentar ily: display will show the programmed name or your phone number, and a tone will be heard). Press IPV^ again for about one second to turn off the unit.
* Antenna Position
Your portable cellular telephone has been equipped with a dual position antenna system. This dual position antenna has been especially designed to allow your phone to receive calls while the antenna is down. However, for optimum performance and signal strength or while operating in poor signal areas, it is recommended that the antenna be fully extended. Note: The antenna can be used in its fully extended or
* Receiving Signal Strength Indicator
The number of shaded blocks indicates the Signal Strength in your area. Four blocks show the maximum level. The display will vary as you move with the unit. If the signal is not strong enough to place a call, the
NQSVCI indicator will appear on the readout.
* Battery Level Indicator
You can monitor the current battery voltage level. Press
displayed on the readout in one of four steps for 5 sec.. The number of shaded blocks indicates the battery con dition as follows:
for about one second to turn on the unit. The
fully retracted position only.
, key PI then iSi, the battery voltage condition will be

To Recall a Number from Memory

Press then enter the memory address (01 through
99). Example; Press ^(^1. key [Tj then [M, the number stored
in memory address 15 will be displayed on the readout.

To Review the Prefix

(Number longer than 10 digits) After pressing IPKSLI, hold down the second digit of the
memory address. Note: When a set of linked numbers is recalled, you can
review only the last linked number by this fea­ture. To I’eview Link 1 to Link 5, use then key [Xj (X is 1 to 5), See “Link Dialing”.

Display Own Telephone Number

You can see your system ID number and your own phone number on the readout. Press B^l. key [¿j then S again. The System ID number is shown while pressing key S at the 2nd time.

Repertory Memory Scroll

This feature is useful in finding a certain phone number by scrolling the repertory memory from one of the desig nated starting addresses.
1. Press SiX-l, key IXf then [ftj. Ml is the digit to assign the starting address as follows.
B
Full charge Normal phone call Short phone call Recharge battery

To Store a Number in Memory

1. Press ICLI^, then enter the phone number.
2. Press 'STQI. then enter the memory address (01 through 99).
Example; Press iSHH-)!. key blO then the displayed Note: A number of more than 16 digits can be
number will be stored into memory address
15.
stored only into memory address 96 through
99. (See link dialing, page 31.)
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X
0 01 1 2 21
• 8 81
9 91
Starting address
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2.
Press SI or B.
¡Scroll upward (with roll back to 01) H ¡Scroll downward {with roll up to 99) Memory address and the last 7 digits of the stored number will be displayed on the readout as follows. Example ¡
Address No. Tel, No,
Note¡ In this scroll feature, any vacant memory
address(es) will be skipped.

Automatic Storing into a Vacant Memory Address

This feature allows automatic storing into a vacant rep ertory memory address. This ends the possible problem
of writing over a previously stored number.
1. Enter tim phone number. Press BSTQi.
2.
3. Enter the memory address group number in which you want to store a number.
From 01 to 10 From 11 to 20 From 21 to 30
To Store the Secret Number
1. Press then enter secret number. 2, Press iSTOi. then enter the memoiy address
(01 through 99). will be displayed on the readout.
Example¡ To store the secret number 9876 into memory
address 41 or automatically store this number into a vacant memoiy address of 40’s.
1. Press
2. Enter secret number
3. Press IPl^L
. (secret memory store)
4. Press keys iMl, . (address number) press keys l4j, , (to store vacant memory
address of 40’s)
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lii
To Confinn the Secret Number
1, Enter the three-digit security code,
2. Press then enter the memory address (01 through 99). The last 10 digits of the secret number will be displayed on the readout.
From 81 to 90 From 91 to 99 From 01 to 99
4. Press [Mj. The memory address and the last 7 digits of the stored phone number will be displayed on the readout as follows. Example¡
Note¡ If there is no vacant address in the assigned area,
the phone number will not be stored in the memory.

Secret Memory

This feature allows you to store ID code, telephone credit card numbers, etc. in secret memory locations. For secu rity purposes, you must enter your three-digit security code to display the secret number. For practical use of the secret memory, refer to “END-TO-END SIGNALING”.
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Example¡ To confirm the secret number stored into
memory address 41.
1, Enter the three-digit security code 5] ^
in:....]
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2, Press key Sj then 133.
I M 1 n I9l8i7i^
Note¡ If you recall the secret memory without the three-
digit security code, the secret number is not dis played on the readout as shown below¡
Press
j, key Si then 0
or Press
y, key |4v then

To Lock the Unit

j, then key ll,] (LOCK),
until unlocked, even if the power is turned off.
indicator lights. The unit will remain locked

Automatic Lock (NAM Option)

If you request the feature of Automatic Lock, your NAM can be programmed so that your unit will automatically go into the locked condjfion when the power of the unit
is turned “ofT. When is turned “on”, the unlock
code is required to operate the unit.

MEMORY NAME TAG

This feature permits you to tag an identifying name {in up to 5 characters) to each phone number in the memory address. The name will be displayed each time you recall a number from memory address.

To Unlock the Unit

Enter the three-digit unlock code. The liOCId indicator will go out when the three-digit code is the same as the code registered in the NAM.

Backlighting On/Off Control

LCD display and the keypad are backlit automatically after the Power-On. If needed, backlighting can be turned off by pressing key S then [Ml Even if the unit is in the backlighting “Off ” mode, the
backlighting will be turned on again automatically for 10
seconds when any key operation is conducted or a call is received. ____ To return to the backlighting “On” mode, press key S then again.

Volume Control

The audio level of the earpiece and the alert tone can be adjusted by the Volume Control Key
• Earpiece: Keep pressing until you get the desired sound level. Sound level will be displayed on the readout digitally during the level adjustment and the sample tone will indicate the sound level when you are not engaged in a telephone conversation. The display for mat is as follows.
H.S EH (1 to 9)
• Alert Tone: Press ftGLj. key then Ml Then adjust the alert tone level in the same manner as above. Your telephone will ring at the new level. In this case, the display format is as follows.
ALT □ (1 to 9)
To Enter Names using Alpha
(Letters)
1. Press readout to indicate the Alpha Mode is active.
2, Press digit keys repeatedly until the character you
need appears. The following table shows which char acter is assigned with each digit key.
Key
1 2
(ABC) A B c 2
3 (DEF) D 4 (GHI)
{JKL)
5 6 (MNO) H 7 (PRS) P 8 (TUV) 9 (WXY) 0 0
* *
3.
When
lAESfi
4.
Go back to step 2, and repeat the
until the complete character name is displayed.
5.
When an entry error is made, press iGllJRfi momentar­ily to erase the last character. If you press iGUil more than a second, all characters on the readout will be erased.
6.
To exit Alpha Mode, press then
then
will appear on the
ASSIGNED ALPHA CHARACTERS
(Blank) - 1
F
E G H J K L 5
T w
#
the character
Q
you 1 need is
I 4
0 6
N
R S 7 U V 8 X Y
to move to the next soace.
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3
Z
9
displayed.
press
same procedures
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To Store Name with Phone Number
1. Enter the phone number. 2, Press 3, Enter the name you need. (Refer to “To Enter Names
using Alpha”.)
4, Press then enter the memory address (01
through 99), to store the number with the name into memoiy. Note: If you enter the phone number after entering
Example: To store the phone number 123-4567 with the
1. Enter the phone number;
2. Set Alpha Mode;
3. Enter the Name;
4. Store the Number;
I, then to set Alpha Mode.
the name, the name will be erased.
name JOHN into memory address 15.
To Recall from Memory with Name
Recalling from the repertory memory with name is iden tical to standard repertoiy recall. When the number is
recalled, the display will show the Alpha Name Tag as well as the stored phone number.

ALPHA SEARCH

This feature permits you to find a phone number stored in the memoiy by the first character of the Alpha Name Tag. This search can retrieve all entries beginning with the assigned initial character.
1. Press i Enter the initial character, by which you need to search the phone number. Press i then first entry whose Name Tag begins with the assigned initial character, and which is stored in the lowest
memory address. Display shows Name Tag, Memory Address and Phone Number,
4.
Press S] or SI. SI :Scroll memory address upward. S : Scroll memory address downward.
Example:
Operation
then
to set the Alpha Mode.
The display will show the
Display
01
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imHmu
OAiC^K OlAMElSi
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PLACING TELEPHONE
CALLS

To Place a Call

1. Enter the phone number. The last 15 digits of the dialed number are displayed on the readout. Note: After 120 sec., display will return to the 10-
2. If a dialing error is made, press then enter the
3. Press ■ The indicator will light. When
Note: If assigned in NAM, the phone number can be pre
If the Call Fails to Go Through
1. If you hear the “reorder” signal, press pNl
2. If the “intercept” signal is heard, press l^^j. then

Automatic Redial (NAM Option)

If the feature of Automatic Redial (NAM Option) is selected, your unit will automatically make five attempts
to reach the cell site when the first try is not successful. The indicator will stay on, but the speaker will be muted for twenty seconds. This is done so that you do
not hear the reorder signals out of the speaker. If you
need to terminate the automatic redial, press .

Terminating a Call

Press and the indicator will go out.

To Receive Calls

1. When the telephone rings, press [SB^ to answer the
digit display mode.
phone number again. Pressing momentarily (less than approx. 0.5 sec.) clears only the last digit.
the called party answers, proceed with your conver sation.
set up to 32 digits. However, in this case it is
necessary to confirm with system operator whether
such service is available or not.
Oj, then if there were no dialing errors, press I (Redialing with digit keys is not necessary.)
redial the correct number.
call. The iNUS® indicator will light.
for redial.

Silent Incoming Calls

This feature alerts you visually of an incoming call by flashing on the readout instead of hearing the Alert Tone.
1.
Press BEtkj. key til) then the readout. When a call is received, the unit indicates it by flashing iQAkiii on the readout without Alert Tone.
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3.
Press This mode is deactivated by pressing |
4. then tMl again. If the Silent Incoming Calls is activated when the
5. unit is powered up, iSiMT: will appear on the readout for 5 seconds.
to answer the call,
on the readout will go out.
The
I
will appear on
key

Silent Alert “Beep” (NAM Option)

Normal operation of silent alert is to display the word “CALL” in the handset display, when a call is being received, without an obtrusive audible ring signal. If the user would like to know when a call is being received, however, still does not want an obtrusive ring signal, a single “beep” at the beginning of the call (NAM) will allow the user to know a phone call is being received.
Any Digit Key Answering
(NAM Option)
This feature permits you to answer an incoming call by pressing any of the digit keys on the key pad.

Automatic Answering

With this feature, the incoming call will be automatically connected for operation after two alert tones, and the
indicator will-light on the readout.
Then the unit is ready for conversation.
1. To activate this mode, press and then key EM IA.Ansi will appear on the readout.
2. This mode is deactivated when IPMG; and then key EM are pressed again.
3. This feature will not function if the unit is in the Lock and Silent Incoming Calls.
4. If the Automatic Answering is activated when the unit is powered up, A.ArasJ will appear on the readout for 5 seconds.
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To Place a Call with a Number in the Memory
1. Press then enter the memory address (01 through 99), The last 10 digits of the number will appear on the readout. If the number is longer than 10 digits, hold down the second digit of the memory address (after pressing llOi ) to see the prefix.
Note: See “To Recall a Number from Memory” and
“To Review the Prefix” for more details.
2.Press SBKEi. The I call is placed.
indicator will light as the
Speed Dialing
This feature permits you to place a call from the stored memory locations without using the recall key. Speed dialing is a quick method of placing calls from memory.
1. Enter the one or two digits of memory address (1 through 9 and 10 through 99).
2. Press The last 10 digits of the phone number will appear on the readout, and the indicator will light.
Last Three Number Redial
This feature permits you to redial any of the last three phone numbers you attempted to call. Numbers will be stored in memory only if key
is pressed.
Note: If same telephone number is attempted more than
1. Press key S then S]. The last phone number
once phone will only utilize one memory location.
is displayed on the readout.
Programmable Emergency Call (NAM Option)
This feature permits you to place a call to 3 emergency numbers (maximum of 7 digits) even if your telephone has been set to the locked or restricted modes. The three emergency numbers must be pre-programmed in the NAM, Note: 911 is preset emergency number, (you may change
this number if you wish.)
Operation in Lock Mode _
1. Enter the emergency call number (911); 31 S (“911” does not indicate, but the tSKSKi indicator will light.)
2. Press the ^£1^ indicator will light.
3. To terminate the call, press ISitOl. (The indi cator will go out.)
Operation in Call Restriction Mode
The operation and display are the same as in the normal mode.
To Mute a Phone Conversation
Press MSG, then key will appear on the
readout. The transmit audio will be muted and the receive audio will be heard from the receiver. The mute (or hold) feature will permit you to converse privately with a passenger during a call. To return to normal conversation:
2.
Press then key IMi again. Mute is reset when the call is terminated.
3.
2. Press Iffl or S, the scrolled number is displayed on the readout. [S : Scroll upward (with roll back to #1)
[Si : Scroll downward (with roll up to #3)
Press iSBNiSj to send a displayed number.3.
Note: To
clear the stored
three times.
number, press iGkH. then
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ONE TOUCH DIALING

CALL RESTRICTION
This feature permits you to place a call by a single key stroke.

To Store a Number into One Touch Memory

1. Press , then enter a phone number,
2. Press iSlKSi. then the One Touch Key the One Touch Key you want to review.
1
H thenStored numbers can be reviewed by pressing

To Place a Call to a Number in One Touch Memory

Press the One Touch Key for approx. O.Ssec.. The last 10 digits of the number will be displayed on the readout, and the indicator will light as a call is placed.

VOICE MAIL DIALING

This feature permits you to access, through telephone lines, a computer system and send DTMF number codes in sequence. Up to five numbers can be stored and are sequentially accessed with one touch of the “Voice Mail Access” key. The first number is sent in digital form to the cell site, then up to four other numbers are sent with DTMF signaling.

To store Numbers

Store the numbers to be linked into the special memory address 91 through 95, Each number should be within 16 digits.

To Place a Call

Press “Voice Mail Access” key for approx. 0.5sec.. The first number in memory address 91 will appear on the readout and will be sent digitally to the cell site. After you hear the signal from the Operating Office, press “Voice Mail Access” key again. The second number is memory address 92 will appear on the readout and is sent with DTMF tones. You will monitor the tones through the loudspeaker. The third through fifth number in memory address 93 through 95 can be accessed sequentially in the same manner as above.
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(NAM OPTION)
This feature permits you to impose various kinds of restrictions on Outgoing Calls.

To Set Call Restricted Mode

Enter the three-digit security code, then press The following key operation is needed to activate one of
the restricted modes:
81 : Only phone numbers having 11 digits or less are
accepted. Operator assisted dialing is prohibited.
^ : Only phone numbers having 7 digits or less are
accepted. Operator assisted dialing is prohibited.
^ : Operator assisted dialing (0 Origination) is pro
hibited.
: No phone calls can be placed except for repertory
dialing from memory address 01 to 09, However, programmable emergency call will be available.
: Only One Touch dialing is permitted. However,
programmable emergency call are available.
H : No restriction.
To Exit Call Restriction Program ming Mode
Press Note:
When in the restriction mode 4, number stor
(1)
age into the memory will not be permitted.
(2)
In the restriction mode, a short beep tone will be heard to inform you of the improper opera tion, and the word iWfetdiiBiii will be shown on the readout.
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L key

END-TO-END SIGNALING

This feature permits you to utilize additional phone services, such as accessing an alternate long distance network, signaling pager, or banking by phone etc.. For these services the signaling should be in DTMF (Touch Tone'^'^). The following two features will make it easier to send in DTMF codes. Note; When you use this feature with a secret number,
the number must be previously stored in a memory address. (Refer to “To Store the Secret Number”.)
Touch Tone™ from Memory
DTMF signaling by repertory dialing is available while engaged in a telephone conversation,
1. ih'ess then enter the repertory memory address (01 through 99). The last 10 digits of the number will appear on the readout.
Note: However, if the memory address entered has
been set as a secret memory,
will be displayed on the
readout instead of the number.
2. Press iSiSS^. Then DTMF signaling will be placed and the DTMF tone can be monitored through the speaker.
Example; To access the alternate long distance service
1. Recall the phone number of the long distance service
2.
3. Recall your ID number stored with secret attribution. 3-1.Enter the three-digit security code.
3-2. Recall the secret memory (ID number).
using a secret number, you should call your long distance service office first, and enter your ID number, then the phone number to be placed.
office, Press , then enter the memory address (01 through 99).
EEllli
Press then key H , Linking Mark “=” will be added at the end of the number and HlMil will appear. _____
Press keys IMI SI, IS . Note; When you recall the ID number stored
without the secret attribution, omit the step 3-1 and proceed to next step 3-2,
Press key S] then Hi .
Note: Continuous DTMF from keypad can be manually
dialed as well to access answering machines when engaged in a telephone call.
Link Dialing
This feature permits you to pre-set from repertory memoiy or the keypad up to five numbers before placing a call. With this feature, the first number is sent in digital form to the cell site. Then up to four other numbers can be sent with DTMF signaling by simply pressing for each additional number.
Note: (1) Each number to be linked may be recalled
from memory or entered by keypad.
(2) Each number to be linked should be within 16
digits including linking mark “=” at the end.
(3) Linked number can be stored in the memory.
However, number of more than 16 digits should be stored into memory address 96 through 99.
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4. Press 5, Recall or dial the phone number to be called.
Press
6. Press »OL The call is placed.
After you received an answer from the long distance service office, press again. The DTMF signal vrill be placed and the DTMF tone of your ID number can be monitored through the speaker,
then key
then enter the memory address (01
through 99) to recall the phone number to be called.
indicator will light as the
will appear on the readout.
will appear on the readout.
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8. If your ID number is accepted, the long distance service office will answer again, so press Then the long distance call will be placed and the DTMF tone can be monitored through the speaker,
will appear on the readout.
Note: The number linked in steps 1 through 5 can also
be stored in secret memory as stated in the “Se cret Memory”.
1. When a set of linked numbers which includes a secret number has been stored in memory address 96 through 99, enter the three-digit security code, press memory address
{96 through 99), and then ^jNOi to place the
call. I
the first linked number will be called as
shown in step 6 above. If the secret number is not included in the linked number, you need not enter the three­digit security code in the above operation.
2. To complete the call, continue operations as shown in the steps 7 and 8.
will appear on the readout, and

SCRATCH-PAD DIALING

This feature permits you to enter a number to be redialed (or store a number in memory) while engaged in a conversation.
SCRATCH-PAD DIALING
WITHOUT KEYING
TONES
This feature permits you to activate scratch-pad memory without annoying key tones over the circuit.
1. Press then key then enter a phone number.
ifaBel will be displayed for 5 seconds. The Microphone
circuit will remain active, but the tones will not be heard,
2. If necessary, press then enter the memory address.
3. To exit the Scratch-pad Mode, press HS], then key SI again.
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CALL TIME DISPLAY

This feature automatically records the elapsed time per conversation. The talk time of the last call, cumulative talk time, and the number of calls can be displayed on the readout. The timers can also be cleared if necessary. With beep tones you can be notified of the approximate talk time (NAM Option) in approximately 60 seconds increments.
To Display the Talk Time of the Last Call
1. Press key M then ^ .
The talk time of the last call will be displayed on the readout for 5 seconds. While in a conversation, the talk time of a call in progress will be displayed, and updated each second. The display format is as follows.
... 1 min. and 25 sec.
To Display the Cumulative Talk Time
1. Press HElij. key ® then [Ml . The cumulative talk time will be displayed on the readout in minute format for 5 seconds.
...18 min.
To Display the Number of Calls
1. Press HPy, key IS then IM] . The number of calls will be displayed on the readout for 5 seconds. The display format is as follows. [j^ ...Received or placed 86 calls.
Outgoing Call Timer Only (NAM Option)
Normal call timer operation is to time both the calls made and the calls received. If the “outgoing call timer only” function is activated (NAM Option), the call timer will only accumulate the number of calls and amount of time when placing calls. It will not accumulate the number of calls or amount of time for calls received.
To Clear the Timer
1. Press 0=0, then enter the three-digit security code.
2. Press iSfQ, key [S then Q] , The timers will be cleared, and the count for the cumulative talk time and the number of calls will start from zero.
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One Minute Beep (NAM Option)

During conversation, you can be notified of the approxi mate talk time by tones for the first five minutes, (a short monotone signal will sound eveiy minute and a double beep tone will be heard after approximately 5 minutes.)
SID MANAGEMENT
(NAM OPTION)
This feature enables you (by NAM option) to take advan tage of a family of SID groups. This is a group of cellular systems in cities that your carrier owns or has special billing arrangements with. Your close family SID’s (like brothers and sisters) will be billed at the same rate as
your home billing and will be indicated as “Home” (i.e,
both and are ofD on your display. More distant family SID's (like cousins) will be billed at a preferred rate. Your phone will display solid when using these groups of systems in their cities. When flashing is displayed, you are using a SID system that is not included in the NAM assigned groups. If your display indicates flashing , you will need to change your A/B switch selection or, please refer to Multiple City Registration to change phone registration to enable you to make a call. If in question as to what SID (system identification) you are using, push iFKiy Wi to display the current SID.
If you want to confirm the current mode, press
key St then SI Status indicator shows the
mode, press [@8®, key [ffl then m again. Status indicator shows I^S. The unit will scan the pre ferred system channels. If unable to find an accept able preferred channel, the unit switches to scan the non-preferred channels. Preferred System_Only Mode
2.
Press E№ . The unit will scan the preferred system only
and prevents switching over to the non-preferred system. Non-preferred System Only Mode
3. Press key IM] then IS. Status indicator shows
only. Home Only Mode Press key I® then [S- Status indicator shows
home area.
current mode. To return the unit to the standard
, key then
The unit will scan the non-preferred system
i. You can place or receive calls only within your
Status indicator shows
MULTIPLE CITY
REGISTRATION
Some cellular users find it beneficial to register their phone in multiple cities, rather than rely on “roam”. The multiple city registration feature permits you to repro gram from the telephone unit, the different phone num bers for the cities in which you are registered. Each programmed phone number will be designated as your home system.

A/B SYSTEM SELECTION

This feature permits you to select the system you need to use. The system that you are registered with is the preferred system, and your home system,
1. Standard Mode When you turn the unit on, the unit remembers the last position of the A/B system selected, and will start to scan the radio frequency channels of that selection.
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Press iCU^. and enter the new system ID number (5
digits) followed by the corresponding phone number (10 digits). Please include your area code. You must register
your unit with the carrier in order to get both the system
ID number and your phone number. Press [FNCI then key iMI Your new phone number will be
displayed on the readout. (Holding down [§, to display your new system ID number.)
Note: (1) System ID number and phone number can
not be programmed during a call.
(2) Calls are placed or received using only the
programmed phone number, in use at the
time of call. „„
ob
LAST RESCAN SID

SERIAL DATA MODE

INDICATOR
This feature permits you to recall the last system iden-
tification accessed by your phone.
Press iSNSt^. key H then The last rescan SID is displayed on the readout for 5sec,
The display format is as follows; _____
If the
indicator is on, the display will show
RADIO FREQUENCY (RF)
CHANNEL INDICATOR
If necessary, you can see the RF channel status in which your unit is operating.
1. Press Hdl, key H then S The RF channel number, RSSI, SAT color code, and transmitting power level will be displayed on the readout. The display format is as follows:
C123.... RF channel number
R187.... RSSI value
SO. .. SAT color code
P2.... Transmitting power level
The display will remain on the readout until you
2.
manually reset it by pressing any key.
AUTOMATIC CALLS IN
ABSENCE INDICATOR
This feature indicates the number of unanswered incom ing calls. If incoming calls are unanswered, the unit will indicate the following.
XX is the number of calls (01 to 99) missed. Depress
ing any key (other than the Power Key) will clear the number of calls indicated in Display. However, the number of calls will remain if the unit is turned off.
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When the phone is placed in SERIAL DATA MODE, the word “SDATA” is displayed and the keypad becomes non functional (except for the power on/off key). This mode can be activated by pressing and pressing 121 longer than 1 second.
While in this mode, an automated interface device (STI75, optional) can be connected to the handset. This will allow a laptop computer or fax machine to be connected for data transmission as will as provide the capability of connecting “phone line” based equipment (standard phone, answering machine, TDD devices for the hearing im paired, etc.) to the handset.
To deactivate this feature press
key to turn the
power off.

FUNCTION REVIEW

This feature shows you which numbered keys to use for different FNC/RCL key functions. To review the function menu;
Press for about one second.
Scroll the menu up or down, using the B or H key
respectively.
The display information will appear as follows,
DISPLAY
[Lock ] [A.D/T] [Call ] [FNC 3 [A.Ans] [FNC 5 [Mute ] [FNC 8 [Tone ] [FNC 9 [ABsys] [FNC 0 0-4 [Timer] [RCL«1-3 [RF CH] [RCL*4 [Light] [RCL«5 [Alert] [RCL*6 [Silen] [RCL*7 [Batt.] [RCL*8 [R.SID] [RCL [<ID> ] [RCL [Alpha] [FNC ALPH [Data ] [FNC SEND [Secrt] [FNC STO N
[Restr] [ID ]
[FNC 1
2
[FNC
*
9
* *
[XYZ FNC #7 [<ID>FNC 6
FUNCTION ] Lock ] Automatic Data Transmission‘s* ] Calls In Absence Indication*'** ] Automatic Answering ] Mute ] DTMF Tone Mute ] A/B System Selection ] Call Timer ] RF Channel Indication 1 Backlighting Control 1 Alert Volume Control ] Silent Incoming Calls 1 Battery Level Indication 1 Last Rescan SID Indication ] Present SIDH-i-Phone Number ] Alpha Mode 1 Data Transmission*'** ] Secret Memory ] Call Restricted Mode
] Multiple City Registration
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Note: (1)
N = Repertory Memory Address
(01 through 99)
XYZ = Three-digit Security Code
(2)
<ID> = System ID number + Own
(3)
Phone Number
These features are available only when the
(4)
unit is connected with a Car Kit (option).
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION
36 MONTH LIMITED
WARRANTY
AUDIOVOX CORPORATION (the Company), warrants to the original retail purchaser of this Audiovox Handheld Portable Cellular Telephone, that should this product or any part thereof (except the items listed below), under normal use and conditions, be proven defective in material or workmanship within the first thirty-six (36) month period from the date of purchase, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced (with new or rebuilt parts)
at the Company’s option, without charge for parts or labor directly related to the defect(s).
Please read and follow these cautions carefully. TURN OFF your unit in an explosive atmosphere (near a fuel pump, blasting area, etc.), DO NOT dial when your unit is moving in states where this action is illegal (this is not a prudent practice, even where it is legal).
DO NOT permit untrained personnel to operate the unit.

WARNING

The following offences can punished by fine, imprison ment, or both:
• Using obscene, indecent, or profane language,
• Using the unit to give off false distress calls.
• Wiretapping or otherwise intercepting a telephone call, unless that person has first obtained the consent of the parties participating in the call,
• Making anonymous calls to annoy, harass, or molest other people,
• Charging to an account without authorization to avoid
payment for service.
• Refusing to yield a party line when informed that it is
needed for an emergency call (It is also unlawful to take over a party line by stating falsely that it is needed for an emergency).
The keypad and display are similarly warranted for twelve (12) months from date of purehase.
The accessories consisting of the antenna and re chargeable battery pack, desk top battery charger, wrist strap are similarly warrantied for only ninety (90)
days from original purchase.
This Warranty does not apply to batteries, fuses, or costs incurred for testing or checking, or to any prod uct or part hereof which has suffered through altera tion, serial number defacement, improper installation, excessive temperature or humidity, environmental con ditions, mishandling, misuse, neglect or accident. This
Warranty is not assignable or transferable.
To obtain repairs or replacement within the terms of this Warranty, the product should be delivered with
proof of warranty coverage, specification of defect(s),
transportation prepaid, to the Company at the address
shown below. For TRAVELERS WARRANTY SERVICE.
Call toll free to (800) 229-1235 (in N.Y. State, (516) 233-
3410) for reference to an Authorized Warranty Station in your area.
THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND, IN NO EVENT, SHALL THE COMPANY’S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT.
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The Company disclaims liability for geographic cover age, inadequate signal to antenna, communications range or operation of the Cellular System as a whole.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IM PLIED WARRANTY OE MERCHANTABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OE THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY HEREUNDER INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF 48 MONTHS FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE, IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE EOR ANY CONSEQUEN TIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES EOR BREACH OE THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, WHATSOEVER. No person or representative is authorized to assume for the Company any liability other than expressed herein in connection with the sale of this product.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or oonsequential damage so the above
limitation or exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
IN U.S.A.: AUDIOVOX CORPORATION
185 Oser Avenue, Hauppauge,
New York 11788
(516) 233-3300
IN CANADA: AUDIOVOX CANADA LTD.
1070 Kamato Road, Unit 15 Mississauga, Ontario L4W2W5 (416) 629-1400
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