Bea-fon C150 operation manual

User Manual

Thank you for choosing Bea-fon C150

This user guide will provide you with the general

information and operation instructions.

General Information

This color screen phone is designed for the 2G GSM
network environment. Enjoy good call connecting
quality and high speed data access over the network.
The package includes a chargeable battery, a charger
and other accessories. Please refer to the Accessory
section for details.

Note:
 Use only accessories approved by the phone

manufacturer to ensure safety. Failing to comply
with this will violate the terms and conditions of
the warranty.

 If the contents and displays described in this user

guide do not match the actual operation of the
phone set, please use the display of the actual
phone set. We reserved the rights to change the
mechanisms of the phone without notice.

 This user guide is subject to change without

notice.

Security

Emergency call

In any country, you can dial 112 (or other emergency
call number) for emergency help.

Note:
Based on the nature of cellular networking, the
success of the emergency call cannot be guaranteed.

For your safety

 Switch off the phone in hospitals and aircraft.

Obey any restrictions. Wireless devices can affect
the medical treatment and cause interference in
aircraft.

 Some medical devices such as hearing aids and

pacemaker may be sensitive to external radio
frequency emissions. Consult the device
manufacturers or your doctor before using the
phone around the medical devices.

 Pay special attention to the ring tone volume and

vibration settings if you have a heart problem.

 In areas with potentially explosive atmosphere,

such as gas stations, fuel or chemical transfer or
storage facilities, obey all signs and instructions.

 You phone will emit radio frequency even in the

standby mode. Turn off you phone when so
instructed.

 Always obey all the local laws and regulations. Do

not use your phone while driving. Use Hands-free
operation, if available, and give full attention to
driving and to the road. Pull off the road and park
before making or answering a call if driving
conditions so require.

 If your phone is lost or stolen, notify your service

provider immediately to stop the SIM card from
being used.

 When you contact your service provider, they will

need your IMEI number. It is printed on the back
of your phone set (you can find it when you
remove your battery), or call *#06# to look up your
IMEI number. Copy this number and save it for
future need.

 To prevent your phone from misuse, lock your

SIM card or phone, and change passwords when
necessary.

 Do not remove the battery without turning off the

phone. Failure to follow this instruction may result
in data lost.

 When you leave your vehicle, take the phone with

you or place it in the glove compartment to avoid
theft.

 Keep the phone, battery or charger out of reach of

children.

Notices for your phone use

 Do not keep the phone near magnetic cards and

other object with magnetism. The phone’s

magnetism may clear the information stored on
floppy disk, pre-paid phone card and credit card.

 Use the phone near land phone, television, radio

and office automatic devices may cause
interference and affect the function of the mobile
phone.

 Keep the phone dry, all kinds of liquid can erode

the electronic circuit.

 Keep the phone away from extreme

temperatures.

 Keep the phone away from hot places where the

temperature may exceed 60C, such as the dash
board, windowsill, near fire or a lighted cigarette.

 Do not paint the phone.
 Do not drop the phone or violently crush or shake

the phone.

 Do not disassemble or modify your phone. This

can damage the phone, cause leakage and break
the internal circuit.

 Use only damp cloth or non-static cloth to clean

your phone. Do not use alcohol, thinner, benzene
or other chemicals or abrasive cleaner to clean
your phone.

 The phone will become warm under normal use

and while in battery charging.

 Do not leave the phone with battery uninstalled or

with the battery empty for a long period of time.
This may cause data loss.

 The metal parts of the phone may irritate your

skin depending on your health condition.

 Do not put the phone in the back pocket. Sitting

on it may damage the phone. Do not put the
phone on the bottom of a bag. You may crush it.

 When the vibrate mode is on, place the phone

carefully to avoid it being dropped from a height or
being moved to a heat source due to the vibrating.

Notice for batteries use

 Do not disassemble or modify your batteries,

otherwise it can cause leakage, over heat, fire or
explosion.

 Disposing battery in a fire can cause fire or

explosion. Old batteries should be returned to
your dealer or be disposed according to local
regulations. Do not dispose the battery as
household waste.

 Do not short the circuit of the battery with wires,

needles or other metal objects, or store the
batteries with necklace or other metal objects,
otherwise it can cause leakage, over heat, fire or
explosion.

 There is a risk of blinding if the liquid of the

batteries gets into your eyes. In case of this, do
not rub your eyes, you should rinse your eyes well

with fresh water and go to the hospital
immediately.

 If the leaked liquid of the battery touches the skin,

it can burn the skin. Please wash your skin with
fresh water and go to the hospital immediately.

 Never put the battery in your month. The liquid of

the battery can be toxic.

 Stop using the battery when you find it became

hotter, and change color and shape abnormally
during use, charging or storing.

 Keep the batteries dry.
 Do not use or store batteries near fire, heater and

other place with high temperature, otherwise it
can result in leakage, over heat, fire or explosion.
Store the battery in a cool and ventilated place
without direct sun light.

 Do not charge the battery for more than 24 hours.
 The battery can be charged and discharged for

hundreds of times but it will eventually wear out.
The battery life is shortened with each charging.

 When replacing the battery, use only the batteries

approved by the phone manufacturer. Damage
resulting from using un-authorized batteries will
not be covered by warranty.

Traffic safety

 Do not use your phone when driving a vehicle.

Give full attention to driving and to the road.
Provided there is an emergency, stop your vehicle
in a safe place and then use your phone. Please
obey all the local traffic laws and regulations.

 Normally the electronic systems in the vehicle

should not be affected by the RF (Radio
Frequency) signals from your wireless phone.

However if you suspect any damage is resulting
from the RF of your phone, contact your car
dealer. Stop using your phone in the car until a
qualified technician clears the problem.

 Turn off your phone when in the gas station or

any place where using wireless equipment is
prohibited. Do not place or transport your phone
with inflammables or explosives, the internal
sparkle may cause fire.

The above instructions apply to your phone, battery,
charger and other accessories. If any of them does not
work properly, please send it to a qualified service
provider.

Certification information (SAR)

This model phone meets the EU requirements for
exposure to radio waves.
The exposure standard for mobile phones employs a
unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption
Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit recommended by The
Council of the European Union is 2.0 W/kg. Tests for
SAR have been conducted using standard operating
positions with the phone transmitting at its highest
certified power level in all tested frequency bands.
The highest SAR value for this device when tested at
the ear was 0,612 W / kg.
While there may be differences between the SAR
levels of various phones and at various positions, they
all meet the EU requirements for RF exposure.
If you want a copy of the Declaration of Conformity,
please contact us: [email protected]

My Phone

1

Left menu key

Perform actions indicated at the bottom – left
of the display

2

Dial key (green key)

Make or answer a call; In standby mode,
retrieve recently dialed, missed, or received
numbers;

3

* Key

Press this key on the starting screen to enter
the following symbols : * /+ /P / W.

4

4-way navigation key

In standby mode, access user-defined menus;
In Menu mode, scroll through menu options

5

Right menu key:

Perform actions indicated at the bottom – right
of the display

6

Power / End key (red key)

Turn the phone on and off (press and hold);
End a call; In Menu mode, cancel input and
return to standby mode

7

OK key

In standby mode, access Menu mode; In Menu
mode, select the highlighted menu option or
confirm an input

8

# key / silent profile key

In standby mode, activate or deactivate the
silent profile (press and hold); In edit mode,
change the input method.

Icon

Description

Signal Strength

The vertical bars show the network
connection strength. SIM1 or SIM2 card has
signals.

New messages

This icon shows when you receive a new
message.
SIM Card has an unread message
The inbox is full.
This icon flickers when the inbox is full and
you need to delete messages to receive new
messages.

Earphone

This icon shows when you plug the
earphone in. Voice will be heard from the
earphone.

Missed Calls

This icon shows when you are viewing the
missed call. SIM card has a missed call.

Alert Type

Ring
Silent
Silent mode on and Vibration only
Vibrate and ring

Call Divert

This icon shows when you divert all calls
unconditionally. SIM card has been set up
call divert.

GPRS

This icon shows when the GPRS connection
is available or active.

Turn alarm on

This icon shows when you turn alarm on.

Roaming

This icon shows when your phone is in
roaming state. SIM card is roaming.

Bluetooth

This icon shows when the Bluetooth is
active.

Battery capacity

Status of battery capacity:

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Install the SIM cards

Please turn off your mobile device and disconnect it
with charger before removing the battery.

Note: turn off your mobile device and disconnect it with
charger or any other device before removing battery
door. Place the door on the phone before store and
use your mobile phone.

Install the memory card

Carefully slide the memory card into the slot with the
gold connectors face down.

Your phone accepts microSD™ or microSDHC™

memory cards up to 8 GB

Charging the Battery

1. Insert the charger connector into the telephone.

2. Connect the charger to a power outlet.

3. It could take several hours to charge the battery. If

the telephone is charged while it is switched off, it
takes a few seconds before the charging indicator
appears in the display.

4. If the telephone is charged while switched on, the

battery indicator begins to go up. The battery is
fully charged when the battery indicator no longer

goes up.

5. When charging is finished, unplug the charger.

Turn your phone on or off

1. Make sure that the SIM card is in the telephone
and that the battery is charged.

2. Press and hold the red key for 2-3 seconds to
switch on the phone.

3. If the PIN code is activated, the hone will now

prompt you for your PIN code; please enter it and
confirm your entry with the “OK” (left menu key).

4. Please select your language and confirm your
selection with “OK” (left menu key).

5. Press and hold the red key for 2-3 seconds in
order to switch off the telephone.

Note: If the battery discharged or
removed from the device, the time and date will
be reset.

Device Code:

The use of this code can prevent unauthorized
persons from using this telephone. The factory default
code is: 0000

PIN-Code:

The PIN-code was supplied to you by your network
operator together with your SIM card and/or
adjusted/set up by yourself.

Lock screen

In order to avoid involuntary pressing the keys, press
the red key to activate the key lock.
In order to exit lock screen mode, select unlock (left
menu key) and press the red key within 2 seconds.
In order to answer a call when the keys are locked,
press the call key. If you end or reject a call, the
keypad is automatically locked again.

1. Additional functions: Screen auto lock See in
menu item “Settings – Security Settings”.

Wallpaper

You can change the Wallpaper in following menu
point:.
In Menu mode, select Settings - Phone settings –
Display – Wallpaper.

Navigate the menus

In standby mode, press “Menu” (left menu key) or the
“OK key” to access Menu mode.

Exit the current menu level; select “Back” (right Menu
key).
Return to the home screen; press the “End key”.

Dedicated keys

With personal shortcuts, you can get quick access to
frequently used phone functions.

2. Select Menu “Settings – Phone settings­Dedicated keys.

Assign phone functions to the selection keys

Select right, left, up or down selection key and select a
function from the list.
The device functions are grouped into menus. Not all
menu functions or option items
are described here.

Make a call

1. In standby mode, enter an area code and a phone
number.

2. Press “green call key” to dial the number.

NOTE: If you use two SIM cards, please choose the
SIM card which you want to use.

3. To end the call, press the “red end key”.

Answer a Call

1. Press “green call key” to answer the call.

2. To end the call, press the “red end key”.

Call dialed Numbers

In standby mode, press “the green key” to display a list
of missed, received and dialed calls.
Scroll up or down to select a number or name.
Press the “OK” key to view details of the call or “green
key” to dial the number

Speed dial

Select Menu, Phonebook and press OK

2. Press Options

3. Select Phonebook Settings and press OK

4. Select Speed dial and press OK

You can switch the Speed dial (status) on or off.

Set numbers:
Up to 8 numbers can be saved as speed dial numbers
(2-9).

1. Select Set numbers and press OK.

2. Select the desired No. (2-9) and press Edit.

3. Select the desired name from the

Phonebook and press OK (the desired name
must already be stored under Contacts).

On the default screen, press 2.3 seconds the desired
number (2-9) and the assigned number will be called.

Headset/Bluetooth mode

If a headset is connected to the USB socket (or a
Bluetooth Headset), you can answer the call with the
button on the headset.

Bluetooth

1. Select Menu, Settings and press OK

2. Select Connections and press OK

3. Select Bluetooth and press OK

With Bluetooth, you can connect your telephone with a
compatible Bluetooth device.

Search for Bluetooth audio device

1. Select “My device” and press OK

2. Select “Search new device” and press OK.

3. Select the desired device and press Pair.

4. If a connection with another Bluetooth device is
established, you require a Password.

5. Confirm the password with OK.

Adjust the volume.

Press arrow key up or down to change the volume
during a call or when listening to the radio.

Change phone tones

1. In Menu mode, select Settings - Profiles.

2. Scroll to the profile you are using.

3. Select customize and edit the phone tones

To switch to another profile, select it from the list.

Dual SIM card open/close

1. In Menu mode, select “Settings”

2. Select “Dual SIM Settings

If you use two SIM cards, you can activate or
deactivate the SIM card.

Voicemail server

Voice mail is a network function. If a voice mail has
been received, the receipt of a new message will be
shown on the display of your telephone.

1. In Menu mode, select Messages and press OK

2. Select Settings and press OK

3. Select SMS and press OK

4. Select SIM1 or Sim2 and press OK

5. Select Voicemail server and press OK

6. Select 1. <Empty> and press Options.

7. Select Edit and press OK

8. Enter name and number of your voice
mailbox number.

9. On the standby mode: Press and hold the

number 1 and your telephone will call the

corresponding number saved in the Voicemail
server.

Note: This service must be supported by the network
operator.

MAIN MENUS
Phonebook

Add new contact

1. In Standby mode, press the “right menu” key

2. Select “Add to Contacts - Select”

3. Select preferred storage

4. Enter contact information.

5. Press the “Options” select “Save” to add the
contact to memory.

Messages

Write message

1. In Menu mode, select Messages → write

2. Message – SMS or MMS.

3. Enter the message text.

4. Press option – Send to and add recipient

5. Press the OK key to send the message.

NOTE: If you use two SIM cards, please choose the
SIM card which you want to use.

Input method: In writing mode press “#” key to switch
between the input methods: smart input ABC/ abc,

ABC, abc, 123.

Smart input method:

1. Press the appropriate alphanumeric keys to enter
an en tire word.

2. When the word displays correctly, press “0” to
insert a space. If the correct word does not
display, press the Navigation key right or left to
select another word.

Insert Symbol:

Press „*“ key and use the navy key to move the
Symbol which you want and press the “Ok” key.

Send and receive MMS

With the MMS function, you can send text messages
and multimedia content such as pictures or audio files.
Before you can send or receive MMS you have to
adjust the MMS settings.

1. In menu mode, select Settings – Connectivity –
Data accounts

2. Select your network operator and set it as default.

If your network operator not in the pre-installed list,
please create a new data account.
For information about MMS setting please contact your
network operator.

Note: If you write a MMS you can send multimedia
files (up to 300kb) and the phone need a memory
card.

Call Center

In Menu mode, select Call center.
The phone registers the phone numbers of missed,

received and dialed calls.

Calendar

In Menu mode, select Calendar
On the calendar interface, press the navi-keys

to browse through different days.
You can enter event (reminder) in the calendar.

Camera

Key

Function

Arrow up

Zoom +

Arrow down

Zoom -

1

Change image resolution

2

Image quality

4

White balance

6

Delay timer

*

Underexpose picture (EV-)

#

Overexpose picture (EV+)

In Menu mode, select Camera to turn on the camera.
Rotate the phone to landscape view.
Aim the camera lens at a location or an object and
press the OK key to take a photo.
Important: Before you take a photo, make sure you
have inserted a memory card (Micro SD card up to 8
GB).

Camera mode key function:

Image viewer:

View the saved photos (in .jpg format).
You can send and also receive the photos via
Bluetooth:

10. In Menu mode, select Image viewer

11. Press “Options” and select “View”

Organizer

Tasks

1 In Menu mode, select Extras

2. Select Tasks and press OK

Here you can enter tasks.

Add tasks:
Press Options and select Add.
Enter the desired details.
To save the event, press Options and Save.

Alarm

1 In Menu mode, select Extras

2. Select Alarm and press OK

Up to a maximum of 5 alarms can be set.

Calculator

With this function, you can use your mobile telephone
as a pocket calculator. The pocket calculator can
perform basic arithmetic functions.

FM-Radio

1. Plug a micro USB headset into the phone.

2. In Menu mode, select Extras - FM radio.

3. Press the OK key to start the FM radio.

4. Press to start automatic tuning.

The radio scans and saves available stations

automatically.

File Manager

In Menu mode, select File Manager
Use the file manager to manage your files and folders

in the memory card.

Settings

1. In Menu mode, select “Settings”

In this menu you can adjust various settings of the
phone.
Following settings are possible:

 Profiles (Tone setting)
 Phone settings (Time, Languages, Display, etc.)
 Security settings (PIN / Phone code “)
 Network settings (select network)
 Dual SIM settings
 Connectivity (Bluetooth / MMS)
 Call settings
 Restore settings

Copy pictures to the computer

To copy the pictures you took with the C150 camera
into the computer, proceed as follows:
Connect the telephone to the computer using the
supplied micro USB cable.
After that, a menu appears on the telephone -select
“Mass storage” and confirm with “OK”
The computer will recognize the telephone as
removable media.
Using the Windows Explorer, now you can process the
data as usual or copy it into the computer.

1. Phonebook

1. Add new contact

2. Messages

1. Write message

2. Inbox

3. Outbox

4. Drafts

5. Sent messages

6. Settings

3. Call history

1. Missed calls

2. Dialed calls

3. Received calls

4. Call log

5. Call duration

4. Camera

5. Image viewer

6. Extras

1. Tasks

2. Alarm

3. Calculator

4. World clock

5. Services

7. Filemanager

8. Settings

1. Profiles

2. Phone settings

3. Security settings

4. Network settings

5. Dual SIM settings

6. Connectivity

7. Call settings

8. Factory defaults

Note: The photos are located in the telephone in the
folder “Photos”

Menu structure

Specifications:

Dual Band Network:

GSM 900/1800

Battery:

Li-ion 3.7V - 600mAh

Dimensions:

123x52.5x12

Standby time:

< 200 hours*

Talk time:

< 240 minutes*

* The operating life of the battery is dependent on the SIM
card, network, settings applies and usage as well as the
environment.

FAQ

The phone cannot be turned on

When the battery is very low, the phone may not be
turned on properly. Please charge the battery.

Cannot make certain calls

Check if Call Barring is set. If it is set, you may not be
able to make calls or only certain calls are allowed.

My call is picked up by another phone

Check if call divert is set. If it is set, your incoming calls
may be diverted to other numbers or devices.

How can I use the memory card

If you want to use a memory card please note that the
SL650 supports SD micro cards up to 8GB.
To use the installed memory card, please make
following steps:

1. Press the camera key on the starting screen then
press the left menu key "Options"

2. Go to menu point"6.Memory" and press the left
menu key "OK".

3. Select the "Memory Card" and press the left menu
key "OK".

4. From now all images will be saved to the memory
card into the folder "Photos".

Error Message
Please insert SIM card
Make sure you have inserted SIM card. If you have
installed it but it cannot be detected, please try clean

the golden contacts of the SIM card by using a dry
cloth. If it still is not working, please contact your
network carrier.

No service

If you are in an area not covered by your network, or if
a physical obstacle is present, such as in an enclosed

area, the message “No service” will be displayed on

your Standby screen and you will not be able to make
or receive calls. You can try move closer to a window
for better reception.

For emergency only

When you are outside your network but inside other
network, you can only make emergency call.

No Valid SIM card

Your SIM card is locked or it has an error. Please
insert the right SIM card or contact your service
provider.

Enter PUK code

After three consecutive incorrect PIN code entries, the
code is blocked, and you need the PUK code to
unblock it. Contact your service provider. After seven
consecutive incorrect PUK code entries, the SIM card
cannot be used any more. Please contact your service
provider to buy a new SIM card.

SMS send failed

Please check the SMSC-address and go to menu
point:

“Messages - Message settings – Text message – SIM
– Profile settings – Profil1 –Profile settings – Edit -

SMSC-Address”
Note: Please contact your network operator, for
information about the SMSC address

MMS send failed

Please check the MMS data account and go to menu
point:
“Settings - Connectivity - Data accounts”.
Note: Please contact your network operator, for
information about the MM configuration.

Screen is dark

Check if battery if battery is low. Charge the battery or
change the battery.

Liability Disclaimer

 Bea-fon Mobile GmbH shall not bear any liability

for any relevant, indirect, special, incidental, or
inevitable injuries caused by using of this product,
including injuries which have been considered, or
unconsidered, likely to happen.

 For any losses caused by natural disasters (such

as earthquake, flood, etc.) or any acts or
accidents (including deliberate or accidental
misuses by the user under these accidents or
other unusual circumstances) which are beyond
our liability scope, non-responsibility should be
accounted on us.

Information

C150 distributed by Beafon
For more Information, please visit the Bea-fon
Homepage: www.beafon.com or contact us:

[email protected]

Address

BEAFON MOBILE GmbH
4722 Peuerbach
Enzing 4
Austria