HTC PB99110 User Manual
User Guide
2 Safety and Regulatory Information
Please Read Before Proceeding
THE BATTERY IS NOT FULLY CHARGED WHEN YOU TAKE IT OUT
OF THE BOX.
DO NOT REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK WHEN THE PHONE IS
CHARGING.
YOUR WARRANTY IS INVALIDATED IF YOU DISASSEMBLE OR
ATTEMPT TO DISASSEMBLE THE DEVICE.
PRIVACY RESTRICTIONS
Some countries require full disclosure of recorded telephone
conversations, and stipulate that you must inform the person with
whom you are speaking that the conversation is being recorded.
Always obey the relevant laws and regulations of your country when
using the recording feature of your phone.
Disclaimers
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DOCUMENTATION ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND WITHOUT
WARRANTY OR TECHNICAL SUPPORT OF ANY KIND FROM
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Data, Data, Documentation, or any other Products and services,
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a particular purpose, non-infringement, quality, accuracy,
completeness, effectiveness, reliability, usefulness, that the Weather
Information, Stock Data, Data and/or Documentation will be errorfree, or implied warranties arising from course of dealing or course
of performance.
Without limiting the foregoing, it is further understood that HTC
and its Providers are not responsible for Your use or misuse of the
Weather Information, Stock Data, Data and/or Documentation or
the results from such use. HTC and its Providers make no express
or implied warranties, guarantees or affirmations that weather
information will occur or has occurred as the reports, forecasts,
data, or information state, represent or depict and it shall have
no responsibility or liability whatsoever to any person or entity,
parties and non-parties alike, for any inconsistency, inaccuracy, or
omission for weather or events predicted or depicted, reported,
occurring or occurred. WITHOUT LIMITING THE GENERALITY OF
THE FOREGOING, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THE WEATHER
INFORMATION, STOCK DATA, DATA AND/OR DOCUMENTATION
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MAY INCLUDE INACCURACIES AND YOU WILL USE COMMON
SENSE AND FOLLOW STANDARD SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IN
CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF THE WEATHER INFORMATION,
STOCK DATA, DATA OR DOCUMENTATION.
Limitation of Damages
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW,
IN NO EVENT SHALL HTC OR ITS PROVIDERS BE LIABLE TO
USER OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY
KIND, IN CONTRACT OR TORT, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, INJURY, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF GOODWILL, LOSS OF
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY, LOSS OF DATA, AND/OR LOSS OF
PROFITS ARISING OUT OF, OR RELATED TO, IN ANY MANNER,
OR THE DELIVERY, PERFORMANCE OR NONPERFORMANCE OF
OBLIGATIONS, OR USE OF THE WEATHER INFORMATION, STOCK
DATA, DATA OR DOCUMENTATION HEREUNDER REGARDLESS OF
THE FORESEEABILITY THEREOF.
Important Health Information and Safety
Precautions
When using this product, the safety precautions below must be
taken to avoid possible legal liabilities and damages.
Retain and follow all product safety and operating instructions.
Observe all warnings in the operating instructions on the product.
To reduce the risk of bodily injury, electric shock, fire, and damage to
the equipment, observe the following precautions.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
This product is intended for use when supplied with power from
the designated battery or power supply unit. Other usage may be
dangerous and will invalidate any approval given to this product.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR PROPER GROUNDING
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Connecting to an improperly grounded equipment can
result in an electric shock to your device.
This product is equipped with a USB Cable for connecting with
desktop or notebook computer. Be sure your computer is properly
grounded (earthed) before connecting this product to the computer.
The power supply cord of a desktop or notebook computer has
an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The
plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet which is properly
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installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR POWER SUPPLY UNIT
Use the correct external power source
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A product should be operated only from the type of power source
indicated on the electrical ratings label. If you are not sure of the
type of power source required, consult your authorized service
provider or local power company. For a product that operates
from battery power or other sources, refer to the operating
instructions that are included with the product.
This product should be operated only with the following
designated power supply unit(s).
AC Adapter
• Phihong, Model PSAA05X-050
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Handle battery packs carefully
This product contains a Li-ion battery. There is a risk of fire and
burns if the battery pack is handled improperly. Do not attempt
to open or service the battery pack. Do not disassemble, crush,
puncture, short external contacts or circuits, dispose of in fire or
water, or expose a battery pack to temperatures higher than 60˚C
(140˚F).
WARNING: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. To reduce risk of fire or burns, do not
disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts,
expose to temperature above 60° C (140° F), or dispose
of in fire or water. Replace only with specified batteries.
Recycle or dispose of used batteries according to the
local regulations or reference guide supplied with your
product.
NOTE: This product should be operated only with the following
designated Battery Pack(s).
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HTC, Model BB99100
Take extra precautions
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Keep the battery or device dry and away from water or any
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liquid as it may cause a short circuit.
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Keep metal objects away so they don’t come in contact with the
battery or its connectors as it may lead to short circuit during
operation.
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The phone should only be connected to products that bear the
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USB-IF logo or have completed the USB-IF compliance program.
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Do not use a battery that appears damaged, deformed, or
discolored, or the one that has any rust on its casing, overheats,
or emits a foul odor.
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Always keep the battery out of the reach of babies and small
children, to avoid swallowing of the battery. Consult the doctor
immediately if the battery is swallowed.
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Only use the battery with a charging system that has been
qualified with the system per this standard, IEEE-Std-1725-2006.
Use of an unqualified battery or charger may present a risk of
fire, explosion, leakage or other hazard.
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Replace the battery only with another battery that has been
qualified with the system per this standard, IEEE-Std-1725-
2006. Use of an unqualified battery may present a risk of fire,
explosion, leakage or other hazard.
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Avoid dropping the phone or battery. If the phone or battery
is dropped, especially on a hard surface, and the user suspects
damage, take it to a service centre for inspection.
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If the battery leaks:
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Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with skin
or clothing. If already in contact, flush the aected area immediately with clean water and seek medical advice.
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Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with eyes.
If already in contact, DO NOT rub; rinse with clean water
immediately and seek medical advice.
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Take extra precautions to keep a leaking battery away from
fire as there is a danger of ignition or explosion.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR DIRECT SUNLIGHT
Keep this product away from excessive moisture and extreme
temperatures. Do not leave the product or its battery inside a vehicle
or in places where the temperature may exceed 60°C (140°F), such
as on a car dashboard, window sill, or behind a glass that is exposed
to direct sunlight or strong ultraviolet light for extended periods of
time. This may damage the product, overheat the battery, or pose a
risk to the vehicle.
PREVENTION OF HEARING LOSS
CA UT ION : Per ma nen t h ear in g l oss ma y o ccu r if
earphones or headphones are used at high volume for
prolonged periods of time.
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SAFETY IN AIRCRAFT
Due to the possible interference caused by this product to an
aircraft’s navigation system and its communications network, using
this device’s phone function on board an airplane is against the law
in most countries. If you want to use this device when on board an
aircraft, remember to turn off your phone by switching to Airplane
Mode.
ENVIRONMENT RESTRICTIONS
Do not use this product in gas stations, fuel depots, chemical
plants or where blasting operations are in progress, or in potentially
explosive atmospheres such as fuelling areas, fuel storehouses,
below deck on boats, chemical plants, fuel or chemical transfer or
storage facilities, and areas where the air contains chemicals or
particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders. Please be aware
that sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in
bodily injury or even death.
EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES
When in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere or where
flammable materials exist, the product should be turned off and
the user should obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas
could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even
death. Users are advised not to use the equipment at refueling
points such as service or gas stations, and are reminded of the need
to observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots,
chemical plants, or where blasting operations are in progress. Areas
with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always,
clearly marked. These include fueling areas, below deck on boats,
fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, and areas where the
air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal
powders.
ROAD SAFETY
Vehicle drivers in motion are not permitted to use telephony services
with handheld devices, except in the case of emergency. In some
countries, using hands-free devices as an alternative is allowed.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR RF EXPOSURE
Avoid using your phone near metal structures (for example, the
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steel frame of a building).
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Avoid using your phone near strong electromagnetic sources,
such as microwave ovens, sound speakers, TV and radio.
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Use only original manufacturer-approved accessories, or
accessories that do not contain any metal.
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Use of non-original manufacturer-approved accessories may
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violate your local RF exposure guidelines and should be
avoided.
INTERFERENCE WITH MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
FUNCTIONS
This product may cause medical equipment to malfunction. The use
of this device is forbidden in most hospitals and medical clinics.
If you use any other personal medical device, consult the
manufacturer of your device to determine if they are adequately
shielded from external RF energy. Your physician may be able to
assist you in obtaining this information.
Turn your phone OFF in health care facilities when any regulations
posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care
facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external
RF energy.
HEARING AIDS
Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing
aids. In the event of such interference, you may want to consult
your service provider, or call the customer service line to discuss
alternatives.
NONIONIZING RADIATION
Your device has an internal antenna. This product should be
operated in its normal-use position to ensure the radiative
performance and safety of the interference. As with other mobile
radio transmitting equipment, users are advised that for satisfactory
operation of the equipment and for the safety of personnel, it is
recommended that no part of the human body be allowed to come
too close to the antenna during operation of the equipment.
Use only the supplied integral antenna. Use of unauthorized
or modified antennas may impair call quality and damage the
phone, causing loss of performance and SAR levels exceeding the
recommended limits as well as result in non-compliance with local
regulatory requirements in your country.
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To assure optimal phone
performance and ensure human
exposure to RF energy is within
the guidelines set forth in the
relevant standards, always use
your device only in its normal-use
position. Contact with the antenna
area may impair call quality and
cause your device to operate
at a higher power level than
needed. Avoiding contact with
the antenna area when the phone
is IN USE optimizes the antenna
performance and the battery life.
An tenn a
location
General Precautions
Avoid applying excessive pressure to the device
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Do not apply excessive pressure on the screen and the device to
prevent damaging them and remove the device from your pants’
pocket before sitting down. It is also recommended that you store
the device in a protective case and only use the device stylus
or your finger when interacting with the touch screen. Cracked
display screens due to improper handling are not covered by the
warranty.
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Device getting warm after prolonged use
When using your device for prolonged periods of time, such
as when you’re talking on the phone, charging the battery or
browsing the Web, the device may become warm. In most cases,
this condition is normal and therefore should not be interpreted as
a problem with the device.
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Heed service markings
Except as explained elsewhere in the Operating or Service
documentation, do not service any product yourself. Service
needed on components inside the device should be done by an
authorized service technician or provider.
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Damage requiring service
Unplug the product from the electrical outlet and refer servicing
to an authorized service technician or provider under the following
conditions:
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Liquid has been spilled or an object has fallen into the product.
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The product has been exposed to rain or water.
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The product has been dropped or damaged.
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There are noticeable signs of overheating.
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The product does not operate normally when you follow the
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operating instructions.
Avoid hot areas
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The product should be placed away from heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
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Avoid wet areas
Never use the product in a wet location.
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Avoid using your device after a dramatic change in
temperature
When you move your device between environments with very
different temperature and/or humidity ranges, condensation may
form on or within the device. To avoid damaging the device, allow
sufficient time for the moisture to evaporate before using the
device.
When taking the device from low-temperature
NOTICE:
conditions into a warmer environment or from hightemperature conditions into a cooler environment, allow
the device to acclimate to room temperature before
turning on power.
Avoid pushing objects into product
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Never push objects of any kind into cabinet slots or other
openings in the product. Slots and openings are provided for
ventilation. These openings must not be blocked or covered.
Mounting accessories
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Do not use the product on an unstable table, cart, stand, tripod,
or bracket. Any mounting of the product should follow the
manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory
recommended by the manufacturer.
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Avoid unstable mounting
Do not place the product with an unstable base.
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Use product with approved equipment
This product should be used only with personal computers and
options identified as suitable for use with your equipment.
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Adjust the volume
Turn down the volume before using headphones or other audio
devices.
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Cleaning
Unplug the product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not
use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning, but NEVER use water to clean the LCD screen.
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Regulatory Agency Identifications
For regulatory identification purposes, your product is assigned a
model number of PB99110.
To ensure continued reliable and safe operation of your device, use
only the accessories listed below with your PB99110.
The Battery Pack has been assigned a model number of BB00100.
Operating temperature range: 32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C)
Note This product is intended for use with a certified Class 2
Limited Power Source, rated 5 Volts DC, maximum 1 Amp
power supply unit.
Federal Communication Commission
Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent
from that to which the receiver is connected.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television
technician for help.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
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SAR Information
0.973 W/Kg @ 1g (HEAD)
1.1 W/Kg @ 1g (BODY)
THIS MODEL DEVICE MEETS THE GOVERNMENT’S
REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES. For body
worn operation, this phone has been tested and meets the FCC
RF exposure guidelines when used with the HTC Corporation.
Accessories supplied or designated for this product. Use of other
accessories may not ensure compliance with the FCC RF exposure
guidelines.
Your wireless mobile phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It
is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits
for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal
Communications Commission of the U.S. Government. These limits
are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish permitted levels
of RF energy for the general population. The guidelines are based
on the safety standards previously set by both U.S. and international
standards bodies:
American National Standards Institute (ANSI) IEEE. C95.1-1992.
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National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurement
(NCRP). Report 86. 1986.
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International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection
(ICNIRP) 1996.
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Ministry of Health (Canada), Safety Code 6. The standards
include a substantial safety margin designed to assure the
safety of all persons, regardless of age and health.
The exposure standard for wireless mobile phone employs a unit of
measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The
SAR limit set by the FCC is 1.6 W/kg*.
The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this model
device with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance
with the FCC RF exposure guidelines. SAR information on this
model device is on file with the FCC and can be found under the
Display Grant section of https://fjallfoss.fcc.gov/oetcf/eas/reports/
GenericSearch.cfm
Additional information on Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) can be
found on the Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association
(CTIA) Web-site as http://www.phonefacts.net.
* In the U.S. and Canada, the SAR limit for mobile phone used by
the public is 1.6 Watts/kg (W/kg) averaged over one gram of tissue.
The standard incorporates a substantial margin of safety to give
additional protection for the public and to account for any variations
in usage.
after searching on FCC ID: NM8PB99110.
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Normal condition only to ensure the radiative performance and
safety of the interference. As with other mobile radio transmitting
equipment, users are advised that for satisfactory operation of the
equipment and for the safety of personnel, it is recommended that
no part of the human body be allowed to come too close to the
antenna during operation of the equipment.
Body-worn Operation
This device was tested for typical body-worn operations. To comply
with RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance
of 1.5 cm must be maintained between the user’s body and the
handset, including the antenna. Third-party belt-clips, holsters,
and similar accessories used by this device should not contain any
metallic components. Body-worn accessories that do not meet
these requirements may not comply with RF exposure requirements
and should be avoided.
Use only the supplied or an approved antenna. Unauthorized
antennas, modifications, or attachments could impair call quality,
damage the phone, or result in violation of regulations. Do not use
the phone with a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes
into contact with the skin, a minor burn may result. Please contact
your local dealer for replacement antenna.
Telecommunications & Internet Association (TIA)
Safety Information
Pacemakers
The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends
that a minimum separation of six inches be maintained between
a handheld wireless phone and a pacemaker to avoid potential
interference with the pacemaker. These recommendations are
consistent with the independent research by and recommendations
of Wireless Technology Research. Persons with pacemakers:
Should ALWAYS keep the phone more than six inches from
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their pacemaker when the phone is turned ON.
Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket.
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Should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize
the potential for interference. If you have any reason to
suspect that interference is taking place, turn the phone OFF
immediately.
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Hearing Aids
Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing
aids. In the event of such interference, you may want to consult
your service provider, or call the customer service line to discuss
alternatives.
WEEE Notice
The Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE),
which entered into force as European law on 13th February 2003,
resulted in a major change in the treatment of electrical equipment
at end-of-life.
The purpose of this Directive is, as a first priority, the prevention of
WEEE, and in addition, to promote the reuse, recycling and other
forms of recovery of such wastes so as to reduce disposal.
The WEEE logo (shown at the left) on the product or on its
box indicates that this product must not be disposed of or
dumped with your other household waste. You are liable to
dispose of all your electronic or electrical waste equipment
by relocating over to the specified collection point for
recycling of such hazardous waste. Isolated collection and
proper recovery of your electronic and electrical waste
equipment at the time of disposal will allow us to help
conserving natural resources. Moreover, proper recycling
of the electronic and electrical waste equipment will
ensure safety of human health and environment. For more
information about electronic and electrical waste equipment
disposal, recovery, and collection points, please contact your
local city center, household waste disposal service, shop
from where you purchased the equipment, or manufacturer
of the equipment.
RoHS Compliance
This product is in compliance with Directive 2002/95/EC of the
European Parliament and of the Council of 27 January 2003, on the
restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical
and electronic equipment (RoHS) and its amendments.
Legal
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About this guide 17
Your phone and accessories 19
What’s in the box 20
Getting to know your phone 21
Installing the battery, SIM, and SD card 22
Turning the phone on and off 23
To turn on the phone 23
To turn off the phone 23
Android basics 25
In this section 25
Launching Android the first time 26
Your Google Account 26
Additional accounts 27
Google services 27
Getting to know the Home screen 29
To waken the phone 29
To return to the Home screen 30
To view other parts of the Home screen 30
Using the touchscreen 31
Using the trackball 32
To use the trackball 32
Using the phone’s buttons 33
Using the onscreen keyboard 35
To enter text 36
To enter numbers, symbols, and other characters 36
To change the keyboard orientation 37
Editing text 38
To edit text 38
To select text 38
To cut or copy text 39
To paste text 39
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Opening and switching applications 40
To open and close the Applications tab 40
To open an application 41
To switch to a recently used application 41
Working with menus 42
Options menus 42
Context menus 42
Monitoring your phone’s status 44
Status icons 44
Notification icons 45
Managing notifications 46
To open the Notifications panel 46
To respond to a notification 47
To clear all notifications 47
To close the Notifications panel 47
Searching your phone and the web 48
To search your phone and the web by entering text 48
To search the web by speaking 50
Locking your screen 51
To lock your screen 51
Customizing the Home screen 52
To add an item to the Home screen 52
To move an item on the Home screen 52
To remove an item from the Home screen 53
To change the Home screen wallpaper 53
To rename a folder 53
Connecting quickly with your contacts 54
Optimizing battery life 55
To extend the life of your battery 55
To check the battery charge level 55
To monitor and control what uses the battery 55
Connecting to networks and devices 57
In this section 57
Connecting to mobile networks 58
To check which provider’s network you’re using 58
To disable data when roaming 58
To limit your data connection to 2G networks 59
To edit or create a new access point 59
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Connecting to Wi-Fi networks 60
To turn Wi-Fi on and connect to a Wi-Fi network 61
To receive notifications when open networks are in range 61
To add a Wi-Fi network 61
To forget a Wi-Fi network 62
Connecting to Bluetooth devices 63
To turn Bluetooth on or off 63
To change your phone’s Bluetooth name 63
To pair your phone with a Bluetooth device 64
To connect to a Bluetooth device 64
To configure which features of a Bluetooth device you want to use 65
To disconnect from a Bluetooth device 65
To unpair a Bluetooth device 65
Connecting to a computer via USB 66
To connect your phone to a computer via USB 66
To disconnect your phone from the computer 66
To safely remove the SD card from your phone 66
To format an SD card 67
Connecting to virtual private networks 68
Working with secure certificates 68
To add a VPN 68
To connect to a VPN 69
To disconnect from a VPN 69
Placing and receiving calls 71
In this section 71
Placing and ending calls 72
To open Phone 72
To place a call by dialing 72
To end a call 73
To quickly redial the last number you called 73
To disable phone calls (airplane mode) 73
Answering or rejecting calls 75
To answer a call 75
To reject a call 75
Working with the Call log 76
To open the Call log 76
To quickly dial a number in the Call log 76
To add an entry’s number to your Contacts 77
To take other actions on a Call log entry 77
To clear the Call log 77
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Calling your contacts 78
To call a contact 78
To call a favorite contact 78
Listening to your voicemail 79
To listen to your voicemail 79
Dialing by voice 80
To place a call by speaking 80
Options during a call 81
To place a call on hold 81
To mute the microphone during a call 82
To turn the speakerphone on or off 83
To switch between a Bluetooth headset and the phone 83
Managing multiple calls 84
To switch between current calls 84
To set up a conference call 84
To end a conference call and disconnect all callers 85
Contacts 87
In this section 87
Opening your contacts 88
To open your contacts 88
To open a list of your favorite contacts 89
To view details about a contact 89
Adding contacts 90
To add a new contact 90
Importing, exporting, and sharing contacts 91
To import contacts from your SIM card 91
To import contacts from your SD card 91
To export contacts to your SD card 92
To share a contact 92
Adding a contact to your favorites 93
To add a contact to your favorites 93
To remove a contact from your favorites list 93
Searching for a contact 94
To search for a contact 94
Editing contact details 95
To edit contact details 95
To change a contact’s default phone number 95
To divert all of a contact’s calls to your voicemail 96
To set a ringtone for a contact 96
To delete a contact 97
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Communicating with your contacts 98
To connect using Quick Contact for Android 98
To communicate with a contact 99
To call a contact’s default number 99
To send a text or multimedia message to a contact’s default number 99
Changing which contacts are displayed 100
To set whether contacts without phone numbers are displayed 100
To set which groups of contacts to display 100
Joining contacts 102
To join contacts 102
Separating contact information 103
To separate contact information 103
Accounts 105
In this section 105
Adding and removing accounts 106
To add an account 106
To remove an account 108
Configuring account sync and display options 110
To configure general sync settings 110
To sync information manually 111
To change an account’s sync settings 112
Gmail 113
In this section 113
Gmail is different 114
Opening Gmail and your Inbox 115
To open Gmail 115
To open your Inbox when Gmail is running 116
To switch Accounts 116
Reading your messages 117
To read a message 117
To reread a message 118
Composing and sending a message 119
To compose and send a message 119
Replying to or forwarding a message 120
To reply to or forward a message 120
Working with conversations in batches 121
Labeling a conversation 122
To label a conversation 122
To label a batch of conversations at once 122
To change a conversation’s labels 122
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Starring a message 123
To star a message 123
To unstar a message 123
To unstar all messages in a conversation 123
Viewing conversations by label 124
Reporting spam 125
To report a conversation as spam 125
Searching for messages 126
Archiving conversations 127
Synchronizing your messages 128
To select which conversations to synchronize 128
To set how many days of conversations to synchronize 129
Appending a signature to your messages 130
Changing Gmail settings 131
General Settings 131
Notification settings 131
Calendar 133
In this section 133
Viewing your calendar and events 134
To open your calendar 134
To change your calendar view 135
Working in Agenda view 136
To switch to Agenda view 136
To learn more about events in Agenda view 136
Working in Day view 137
To switch to Day view 137
To learn more about events in Day view 137
To add an event in Day view 137
Working in Week view 138
To switch to Week view 138
To learn more about events in Week view 138
To add an event in Week view 138
Working in Month view 139
To switch to Month view 139
To view more information about events in Month view 139
Viewing an event’s details 140
To view information about an event 140
Creating an event 141
To create an event 141
Editing or deleting an event 142
To edit an event 142
To delete an event 142
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Setting a reminder for an event 143
To set a reminder for an event 143
To delete an event reminder 143
Responding to an event reminder 144
To respond to an event reminder 144
Displaying and synchronizing calendars 145
To show or hide calendars 145
To set which calenders are synchronized on your phone 145
Changing Calendar settings 146
Google Talk 147
In this section 147
Signing in and opening your Friends list 148
To open Google Talk and sign in 148
To return to your Friends list 148
To sign out of Google Talk 149
Chatting with friends 150
To chat with a friend 150
To accept an invitation to chat 150
To switch between active chats 151
To invite a friend to join a group chat 151
To chat on or off the record 151
To end a chat 151
Changing and monitoring online status 153
To change your online status 153
To change your status message 153
To change your picture 154
Managing your Friends list 155
To add a friend to your Friends list 155
To view and accept an invitation to become a friend 155
To view a list of pending invitations to friends 155
To view all friends or only those most popular with you 155
To pin a friend 156
To block a friend 156
Changing Google Talk settings 157
To configure notifications for new Google Talk messages 157
To show or hide the mobile indicator to friends 157
To set whether you sign into Google Talk automatically 157
Email 159
In this section 159
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Opening Email and reading your messages 160
To open Email 160
To open the Accounts screen 160
To open an account’s mailboxes screen 161
To read a message 162
Responding to a message 163
To reply to or forward a message 163
To mark a message as unread 163
To delete a message 163
Composing and sending email 164
To compose and send a message 164
Adding and editing email accounts 165
To add an email account 165
To change an account’s settings 165
To delete an email account 166
Changing email account settings 167
Messaging 169
In this section 169
Opening Messaging 170
To open Messaging 170
To delete a message thread from the Messaging window 170
Exchanging messages 171
To send a text message 171
To create and send a multimedia message 173
To respond to messages you receive 173
To view details about a message 174
Changing Messaging settings 175
Storage settings 175
Text message (SMS) settings 175
Multimedia message (MMS) settings 175
Notification settings 176
Browser 177
In this section 177
Opening Browser 178
To open Browser 178
To go to a webpage 179
To refresh the current page 179
To stop opening a page 179
To get more information about the current page 179
To set your home page 179
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Navigating within a webpage 181
To scroll a webpage 181
To zoom in or out on a webpage 181
To quickly zoom into a section of a webpage 181
To find text on a webpage 182
Navigating among webpages 183
To open a link 183
To go back and forward among the pages you’ve opened 183
To view your Browser history 183
To view your most frequently visited pages 184
To follow shortcuts for links, phone numbers, and addresses 184
Working with multiple Browser windows 185
To open a new Browser windows 185
To switch Browser windows 185
To close a Browser window 186
Downloading files 187
To allow installing applications from the web or email 187
To download a file 187
To cancel a download 187
To view the files you’ve downloaded 187
Working with bookmarks 188
To bookmark a webpage 188
To open a bookmark 188
To edit a bookmark 188
To share a bookmark 189
To add a bookmark shortcut to the Home screen 189
To delete a bookmark 189
Changing Browser settings 190
Page content settings 190
Privacy settings 191
Security settings 192
Advanced settings 192
Maps 193
In this section 193
Opening Maps and viewing your location 194
To use location services with Maps 194
To open Maps and find your location 194
To move the map 195
To zoom in and out of a map 195
To get an address and additional information for a location 195
To clear the map 196
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Changing map layers 197
To view map, satellite, or traffic layers 197
To open Street View for a location 198
To navigate in Street View 199
Searching for locations and places 200
To search for a location 200
Getting directions 201
To get directions 201
Finding your friends with Google Latitude 202
To join Latitude 202
To open Latitude 202
To invite friends to share their locations 202
To respond to an invitation 203
To view your friends’ locations 203
To connect with and manage connections with your friends 203
To control what you share 204
Camera 205
In this section 205
Opening Camera and taking pictures 206
To open Camera 206
To take a picture 206
To take pictures with digital zoom 207
To shoot a video 208
Reviewing your pictures 209
To review your pictures 209
Reviewing your videos 210
To review your videos 210
Changing Camera settings 211
To change Camera settings 211
Camera settings 211
Scene modes 212
Camcorder settings 213
Gallery 215
In this section 215
Opening Gallery and viewing your albums 216
To open Gallery and view your albums 216
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Working with pictures 218
To view and browse pictures 218
To watch a slideshow of your pictures 218
To rotate a picture 218
To crop a picture 219
To use a picture as a contact icon or as Home screen wallpaper 219
To get details about a picture 219
To view the location of a picture in Google Maps 220
To share a picture by sending it to friends 220
To share a picture by uploading it to Picasa 220
To delete a picture 220
Working with videos 221
To play videos 221
To share a picture by sending it to friends 221
To share videos on YouTube 222
To delete a video 222
Changing Gallery settings 223
General settings 223
Slideshow settings 223
YouTube 225
In this section 225
Opening YouTube and watching videos 226
To open YouTube 226
To watch and interact with YouTube videos 226
To search for videos 227
To share your videos on YouTube 227
Music 229
In this section 229
Transferring music files to your phone 230
To copy music files onto the phone’s SD card 230
Opening Music and working with your library 231
To open Music and view your music library 231
To search for music in your library 232
To delete a song from the SD card 232
Playing music 233
To play music 233
To control playback 234
To control playback volume 234
To play all your tracks in a shuffle 234
To use a song as a ringtone 234
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Working with playlists 236
To create a playlist 236
To add a song to a playlist 236
To rearrange songs in a playlist 236
To remove a song from a playlist 237
To rename or delete a playlist 237
To create playlists on your computer 237
Alarm Clock 239
In this section 239
Setting an Alarm 240
To set an alarm 240
Customizing Alarm Clock 242
To change the face of the alarm clock 242
To hide the alarm clock face entirely 242
To play alarms even when the phone is in Silent mode 242
Calculator 243
In this section 243
Using the Calculator 244
To open and use the Calculator 244
To access your history of operations 244
Market 245
In this section 245
Opening Android Market and finding applications 246
To open Android Market 246
To get help with Android Market 246
To browse for applications 246
To open a screen with details about an application 247
To search for applications 248
To return to the Android Market home screen 248
Downloading and installing applications 249
To download and install an application 249
To create a Google Checkout account 250
Managing your downloads 251
To view your downloaded applications 251
To uninstall an application 251
To request a refund for an application 251
To set whether you’re notified about updated applications 252
To rate an application 252
To flag inappropriate applications 252
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Settings 255
In this section 255
Opening Settings 256
To open Settings 256
Wireless & networks 257
Wireless controls screen 257
Wi-Fi settings screen 257
Advanced Wi-Fi settings screen 258
Bluetooth settings screen 258
VPN settings screen 258
Mobile networks settings screen 259
Call settings 260
Call settings screen 260
Additional settings 260
Fixed Dialing Numbers screen 260
Sound & display settings 262
Sound & display settings screen 262
Location & security settings 264
Applications settings 266
Applications settings screen 266
Application info screen 266
Development screen 267
Accounts & sync settings 268
Accounts & sync settings screen 268
Auto-sync 268
Manage accounts 268
Account screen 268
Privacy settings 269
SD card & phone storage settings 270
SD card & phone storage screen 270
Search settings 271
Search settings screen 271
Language & keyboard settings 272
Language & keyboard screen 272
Android keyboard settings screen 272
Device keyboard settings screen 273
Accessibility settings 274
Text-to-speech settings 275
Text-to-speech settings screen 275
Date & time settings 276
About phone 277
About phone screen 277
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Specifications 279
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About this guide
This guide describes your phone handset, its components and accessories, and how
to use release 2.0 of the Android™ mobile technology platform system and
applications.
G Your handset, its parts, preparing it for use, and the accessories that come with
it are described in “Your phone and accessories” on page 19.
G Starting Android the first time, signing into your Google Account, and perform-
ing basic Android tasks, including using Google™ search and Google search by
voice to find information on your phone and on the web, is described in
“Android basics” on page 25.
G Configuring how your phone connects to mobile and Wi-Fi networks, Bluetooth
devices, and to a computer is described in “Connecting to networks and
devices” on page 57.
G Using your phone to place, receive, and manage multiple calls is described in
“Placing and receiving calls” on page 71.
G Organizing and finding contact information for the people you know is described
in “Contacts” on page 87.
G Adding and synchronizing different email and other accounts is described in
“Accounts” on page 105.
G Sending and receiving messages using Gmail™ webmail service is described in
“Gmail” on page 113.
G Viewing and creating events on your calendar and synchronizing them with the
Google Calendar™ calendaring service on the web is described in “Calendar”
on page 133.
G Communicating with friends using the Google Talk™ instant messaging service
is described in “Google Talk” on page 147.
G Configuring your phone so you can send and receive email via a conventional
email service is described in “Email” on page 159.
G Exchanging text and multimedia messages with other phones is described in
“Messaging” on page 169.
G Browsing the web on your phone is described in “Browser” on page 177.
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G Navigating the world with street and satellite data from the Google Earth™
mapping service, getting directions, finding your location, sharing your location
with friends using Google Latitude™ user location service, and the many other
features available on your phone in the Google Maps™ mapping service are
described in “Maps” on page 193.
G Taking and previewing photos and videos is described in “Camera” on page 205.
G Viewing, sharing, and uploading your photos to the Picasa™ photo organizing
software service and the YouTube™ user-generated content website is
described in “Gallery” on page 215.
G Viewing YouTube videos is described in “YouTube” on page 225.
G Listening to music is described in “Music” on page 229.
G Setting one or more alarms is described in “Alarm Clock” on page 239.
G Calculating the solution to simple and more complex math problems is
described in “Calculator” on page 243.
G Finding new applications on Android Market™ downloadable applications ser-
vice, purchasing paid applications with Google Checkout™ payment and billing
service, and installing them is described in “Market” on page 245.
G Opening the settings application and its many tools for configuring and custom-
izing your phone is described in “Settings” on page 255.
G Details about your phone and its features are listed in “Specifications” on
page 279.
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