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Phone Basics
Tip: Phone Software Upgrades - Updates to your phone’s software may become
available from time to time. U.S. Cellular will automatically upload critical updates to
your phone. You can also use the menu to check for and download updates. Press
> Settings > Phone Info > SoftwareUpdate > Check for Update to
search for and download available updates.
Battery and Charger
Warning: Use only U.S. Cellular-approved or Kyocera-approved batteries and chargers
with your phone. The failure to use a USCC-approved or Kyocera-approved
battery and charger may increase the risk that your phone will overheat,
catch fire, or explode, resulting in serious bodily injury, death, or property
damage.
Battery Capacity
Your phone is equipped with a Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery. It allows you to recharge your
battery before it is fully drained.
For a quick check of your battery level, glance at the battery charge indicator located in the
upper right corner of your phone’s display screen. When there are approximately five
minutes of talk time left, the battery icon () turns red and the phone sounds a warning
tone.
After an additional five minutes or so, the phone sounds a warning tone three times and
then turns off.
Note: Long backlight settings, searching for service, vibrate mode, browser use, and other
variables may reduce the battery’s talk and standby times.
Tip:Watch your phone’s battery level indicator and charge the battery before it runs out
of power.
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Install the Battery
1. Using a coin, rotate the battery cover screw in a counter-clockwise direction as far
as it goes.
Note: The battery cover screw is permanently mounted on the cover and cannot be
removed.
2. Insert your fingernail into the slot at the bottom of the battery cover and lift the
cover off gently.
3. Insert the battery into the battery compartment, making sure the connectors align.
Gently press down to secure the battery.
4. Replace the battery cover, making sure all the tabs are secure and there are no
gaps around the cover.
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5. Using a coin, rotate the battery cover screw in clockwise direction until the cover
locks.
Warning:Make sure you lock the battery cover properly to maintain the phone's
waterproof capability.
Charge the Battery
Fully charge the battery before powering the phone on.
Important: Before turning on your phone, charge the battery fully with the charger that
came with your phone.
1. Open the cover to the USB/charging port on the left side of the phone.
2. Plug the smaller end of the micro-USB cable into the phone’s USB/charging port.
3. Plug the other end of the USB cable into the charger, and then plug the charger into
an electrical outlet.
4. When charging is complete, remove the cable from the port and close the cover.
Press around the edges of the cover to ensure that it is securely closed.
Warning:Be sure all ports and covers are properly sealed to maintain the phone's
waterproof capability
Remove the Battery
1. Make sure the power is off so that you don’t lose any stored numbers or messages.
2. Insert a coin into the slot on the back cover and turn it counter-clockwise to open
the back cover.
3. Remove the battery and replace the cover. See Install the Battery.
Warning:Do not handle a damaged or leaking Li-Ion battery as you can be burned.
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Insert the SIM Card
To use your phone outside the U.S. Cellular network, you must insert a valid GSM SIM card
into the SIM card slot.
Note: The SIM card is not required for activation or use on the U.S. Cellular network.
Note: The SIM card is only required when the DuraXA is used outside of North America on
a GSM network.
1. Remove the battery cover and the battery.
2. Slide the SIM card holder in the direction of the arrow to unlock it ().
3. Raise the SIM card holder with your finger ().
4. Place the SIM card into the holder, with the gold contacts facing down and the cut
off corner on the bottom right ().
5. Replace the SIM card holder () and slide the holder in the direction of the arrow
to lock it ().
6. Place the battery back into its compartment and replace the battery cover.
Note: When you turn your phone on for the first time with a new SIM card, you will be
asked to enter a PIN code to unlock your SIM. For details, see Input PIN/PUK.
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Insert the microSD Card
A microSD™ card is an optional accessory that allows you to store images, videos, music,
documents, and voice data. See microSD Card for more information.
1. Remove the battery cover and the battery.
2. Slide the card holder in the direction of the arrow to unlock it ().
3. Raise the card holder with your finger ().
4. Insert a microSD card into the holder. Make sure to check the position of the gold
terminals ().
5. Gently press the card and the card holder (), and then slide the holder in the
direction of the arrow to lock it ().
6. Place the battery back into its compartment and replace the battery cover.
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Turn Your Phone On and Off
Turn Your Phone On
►
Open the phone and press .
Turn Your Phone Off
►
Open the phone and press and hold for two seconds until you see the
powering-down animation on the main screen.
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Phone Overview
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Key Functions
●Smart Sonic Receiver (internal) lets you hear the caller and automated prompts.
Place your ear around the internal receiver and adjust the position of the phone to
find the best hearing point depending on the surrounding environment.
Note:Do not cover the microphones during a call. Do not apply any sheet or sticker to
the display area as it may compromise the hearing quality.
●
Main Screen displays all the information needed to operate your phone, such as
the call status, the Contacts list, the date and time, and the signal and battery
strength.
●
Softkeys let you select softkey actions or menu items corresponding to the bottom
left and right lines on the main screen while the phone is open.
●
Volume Button allows you to adjust the ringtone volume in standby mode or the
voice volume during a call.
●
MENU/OK Key () lets you access the phone’s menus and selects the
highlighted choice when navigating through a menu.
●
CAMERA Key () lets you activate the camera or video mode and take pictures
and videos with the phone open.
●
SEND Key () allows you to place or receive calls, answer Call Waiting, use 3-
Way Calling, or activate Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR).
●
CLEAR Key () deletes characters from the display in text input mode. When in
a menu, pressing it returns you to the previous menu. This key also allows you to
return to the previous screen in a data session or activate Automatic Speech
Recognition (ASR).
●Primary Microphone transmits your voice and ambient sound during voice calls,
voice recordings and videos.
●
Navigation Key lets you scroll through the phone’s menu options.
●
SPEAKER Key () lets you place or receive calls in speakerphone mode or turn
the speakerphone on and off during a call.
●
END/POWER Key () lets you turn the phone on or off, end a call, or cancel
your input and return to standby mode.
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●
Keypad lets you enter numbers, letters, and characters, and perform functions.
●
Call List Button lets you display the recent call history or end a call.
●
External Speaker Button lets you place or receive calls in speakerphone mode,
turn the speakerphone on and off during a call, activate Automatic Speech
Recognition (ASR), or unlock the keyguard.
●
Camera Lens, as part of the built-in camera, lets you take pictures and videos.
●Secondary Microphone suppresses background noise improving audio quality for
the other party during voice calls except in speakerphone mode.
●Flash allows you to take pictures or record videos in low light situations. It can also
work as a flashlight. See Flashlight.
●
Outer Screen displays the information such as the call status, the date and time,
and the signal and battery strength.
●Charger/Accessory Jack allows you to connect a compatible charging cable or
USB data cable (not included).
CAUTION! Inserting an accessory into the incorrect jack may damage the phone.
●USB/Charging Port allows you to connect the phone and the USB cable for use
with the charger adapter or other compatible accessories.
●
Speaker lets you hear the different ringtones and sounds. The speaker also lets you
hear the caller’s voice in speakerphone mode.
●
Headset Jack allows you to plug in an optional headset for convenient, hands-free
conversations.
●
microSD Card Slot (internal) allows you to insert an optional microSD card to
support external memory. The microSD compartment is behind the battery. See
Insert the microSD Card.
●SIM Card Slot (internal) allows you to insert a SIM card. The SIM compartment is
behind the battery. See Insert the SIM Card.
●
Battery Cover Screw opens the battery cover to replace the battery.
●Internal Antenna facilitates reception and transmission. To maximize performance,
do not obstruct while using the phone.
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Navigate Through the Menus
The navigation key on your phone lets you scroll through onscreen items. To navigate
through a menu, press the navigation key up or down.
Many menus feature a scroll bar on the right to help you keep track of your position in the
menu.
Select Menu Items
As you navigate through the menu, menu options are highlighted. Select any option by
highlighting it and pressing . If the option is numbered, you can select it by pressing the
corresponding number on the phone’s keypad.
For example, to view the Icon Glossary screen:
1. Press to access the main menu.
2. Select Settings by highlighting it and pressing .
3. Select Phone Info by highlighting it and pressing .
4. Select Icon Glossary by highlighting it and pressing .
For the purposes of this guide, the above steps condense into:
►
Press > Settings > Phone Info > Icon Glossary.
Back Up Within a Menu
To go to the previous menu:
►
Press .
To return to standby mode:
►
Press .
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Icon
Description
Signal Strength - Your phone’s current signal strength. (More bars =
stronger signal.)
No Service - Your phone cannot find a usable signal.
Data Services 3G – Your phone is connected to the 3G data service.
Data Services 1x – Your phone is connected to the 1X data service.
Data Services GSM – Your phone is connected to the GMS data
service.
Data Service Available - Data service is available. When active, the
icon is animated.
Data Service Dormant - Data service is currently dormant.
Data Service Unavailable - Data service is currently unavailable.
Roaming - Your phone is “roaming” off the home network.
Battery - Your phone’s current battery charge level. (The icon to the
left shows the battery is fully charged.) The icon is animated while the
battery is charging.
Ringtone and Vibrate - The volume level is set to between 1 and 8
and vibrate is turned on.
1 Beep - A beep sounds when you receive an incoming call, a
message, etc.
1 Beep and Vibrate - 1 Beep and vibrate are set.
Ringtone Off - Your phone’s ringtone is turned off.
Vibrate All - Your phone’s sound is turned off but vibrate is turned
on.
View the Display Screen
The status bar at the top of your phone’s display screen provides information about your
phone’s status and options. The following tables identify the symbols you’ll see on your
phone’s display screen.
Tip: To view a list of your phone’s icons and descriptions from the main menu, select
Settings > Phone Info > Icon Glossary.
Status Icons
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Silence All - Your phone’s sound is turned off.
Location On - Your phone’s location feature is on and available for
location-based services such as GPS Navigation.
Location Off - Your phone’s location feature is off. Your location is
available only for 911.
TTY Mode - Your phone is connected to a TTY device.
Alarm - An alarm or countdown is set.
HAC Enabled - Your phone’s HAC (hearing aid compatibility) setting
is enabled.
Icon
Description
Missed Call - You have one or more missed voice calls.
Calendar – You have event notifications.
New Messages - You have one or more new messages waiting.
New Voicemail Messages - You have one or more new voicemail
messages waiting.
New Urgent Messages - You have one or more new urgent
messages waiting.
Multiple Alerts - You have different kinds of alerts waiting.
Urgent Multiple Alerts - You have different kinds of alerts (including
urgent messages) waiting.
Icon
Description
Visible - Your phone is discoverable by (visible to) other Bluetooth
devices.
Connected - Your phone is connected to a Bluetooth device.
Enabled - Your phone’s Bluetooth feature is enabled.
Notification Icons
Bluetooth Icons
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Connected via HFP - Your phone is connected to or communicating
with a Bluetooth device via Hands-free Profile (HFP).
Connected via A2DP
- Your phone is connected to or communicating
with a Bluetooth device via Advanced Audio Distribution Profile
(A2DP).
Icon
Description
Beach/Snow Mode - The picture/video mode is set to Beach/Snow.
Scenery Mode - The picture/video mode is set to Scenery.
Mirror Image Mode - The picture/video mode is set to Mirror
Image.
Night/Dark Mode - The picture/video mode is set to Night/Dark.
Self-Timer (5 Seconds) - The self-timer is set to 5 seconds.
Self-Timer (10 Seconds) - The self-timer is set to 10 seconds.
Multiple Shots - The multiple shots function is enabled.
Camera Resolution (5.0M) - The camera is set to 5.0-megapixel
resolution (2560x1920).
Camera Resolution (3.2M) - The camera is set to 3.2-megapixel
resolution (2048x1536).
Camera Resolution (2.0M) - The camera is set to 2.0-megapixel
resolution (1600x1200).
Camera Resolution (1.3M) - The camera is set to 1.3-megapixel
resolution (1280x960).
Camera Resolution (0.3M) - The camera is set to 0.3-megapixel
resolution (640x480).
Camera Resolution (0.1M) - The camera is set to 0.1-megapixel
resolution (320x240).
Video Resolution (QVGA) - The video resolution is set to QVGA
(320x240).
Note: The above icons will blink while your phone is communicating with a Bluetooth
device.
Camera Icons
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Video Resolution (QCIF) - The video resolution is set to QCIF
(176x144).
Saving to Phone - Your phone is saving a picture or video to the
phone memory.
Saving to Memory Card - Your phone is saving a picture or video to
the memory card.
Camera Flash On This Shot - The camera flash is enabled only for
the current shot.
Camera Flash Always On or Video Light On - The camera flash is
always enabled in camera mode, or the video light is on in camcorder
mode.
Automatic Camera Flash - The camera flash will be enabled when
needed.
Display Your Phone Number
You can display your phone number and other information about your phone and account.
►
Press > Settings > Phone Info > Phone#.
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Text Entry
Select a Text Input Mode
Your phone provides convenient ways to enter letters, numbers, and symbols whenever
you are prompted to enter text.
1. From a screen where you can enter text, press
the text mode. (If you are in the message entry screen, press OPTIONS [right
softkey] > Text Mode.)
2. Select one of the following options:
Abc to enter characters by using the alphabet mode. See ABC Mode.
XT9Word to enter text using a predictive text system. See XT9 Smart Input.
123 to enter numeric characters.
Symbols to enter symbols.
Smileys to enter smile icons.
Emoticonsto enter “emoticons.” (This is available, for example, when
composing a message or when editing a Schedule or To Do description in
Calendar.)
Paste List to paste copied or cut text (if applicable).
OPTIONS
(right softkey) to change
Web Shortcuts to enter Web shortcuts (for example, www., http://, or .com).
Text Options to display the text entry options menu (if applicable). See Set
Text Entry Options.
Tip: When entering text, press to change the capitalization style as Abc > ABC >
abc (ABC mode), or as XT9Word > XT9WORD > XT9word (T9Word mode). The
selected style is displayed in the bottom-right corner of the screen, above the right
softkey label (if applicable).
XT9 Smart Input
XT9 Smart Input is a predictive text input technology which uses the word database to
analyze the letters you enter and create a suitable word.
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Enter Text in the XT9 Mode
1. Select the XT9Word text input mode.
2. Press the corresponding keys once per letter to enter a word. (For example, to enter
the word “Bill,” press .) (If you make a mistake, press
to erase a single character. Press and hold to erase an entire word.)
3. As you type, a word choice list opens. (The word may change as you type.) Press
the navigation key to scroll to the word you want to enter and press OK (left
softkey) or to select it.
If the word you want is not displayed after you have entered all the letters, see
“Add a Word to the XT9 Database” in this chapter.
Add a Word to the XT9 Database
If the word you want to enter is not displayed in the word choice list when you are using
XT9 Input, add it to the database.
1. While you are in XT9Word mode, enter a letter. (A word choice list opens.)
2. Scroll down the list and select <Add Word>.
3. Enter a word and press SAVE (left softkey). The word will appear as an option the
next time you scroll through options during XT9 Text Input.
For more information about XT9 Smart Input, visit the Nuance website at
www.nuance.com/.
ABC Mode
In Abc mode, also known as multi-tap entry, you press keys one, two, three, or four times
to enter the letters you see on the keypad.
By default, the first letter of a sentence is capitalized and the following letters are
lowercased. To switch between lowercase and uppercase, press the key. After a
character is entered, the cursor automatically advances to the next space after two seconds
or when you enter a character on a different key.
1. Select the Abc text input mode. See Select a Text Input Mode.
2. Press the corresponding key repeatedly until the correct letter appears. For example,
to enter “Abc,” press once for “a,” twice for “b,” and three times for “c.”
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Set Text Entry Options
The text entry options menu allows you to specify a suitable feature during the text entry
process. See Text Entry for the options available from the settings menu.
1. When entering text, press OPTIONS (right softkey) > Text Options.
2. Highlight an option and press .
Word Complete to suggest possible words based on letters you have entered.
Next Word Complete to automatically display the word that may follow the
current text input.
Phrase Complete to set the phone to predict possible phrases after one word
with a space is entered.
Word Scan to allow the predictive text input system to recognize words by
searching Contacts.
Word Choice List to select whether to display the word choice list.
Input Language to select the language to enter (English or Spanish).
My Words to edit or delete custom words you have added to the predictive text
database.
Add Word to store words that you frequently use.
Select Text to select text for copying, cutting or adding (if applicable).
Delete All to delete all text (if applicable).
Help to view the XT9 instructions.
Copy and Paste Text
You can copy and paste the text in the text entry field.
1. In the text entry field, move the cursor next to the text you want to copy and press
OPTIONS (right softkey) > Text Options > Select Text.
2. Press the navigation key and highlight the text you want to copy.
3. Press NEXT ACT… (left softkey) > Copy. The text is saved in the Paste List.
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4. In the text entry field, move the cursor to the place where you want to paste the
text to and press OPTIONS (right softkey) > Paste List. (On the message entry
screen, press OPTIONS [right softkey] > Text Mode > Paste List.)
5. Press the navigation key to scroll to the text you want to paste and press .
Note: This feature is not available where you cannot select the text input mode or in the
Web application.
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Phone Calls & Settings
Make Phone Calls
Call Using the Phone Keypad
The most “traditional” way to place a call is by using the phone’s keypad.
1. Enter a phone number from standby mode. (If you make a mistake while dialing,
press to erase the numbers.)
2. Press , , or the external speaker button.
3. Press when you are finished.
Call from History
Place a call to the numbers in your History.
1. Press > History.
– or –
Press or the call list button in standby mode.
2. Highlight an entry and press .
Tip: To redial your last outgoing call, press twice.
Note: You cannot make calls from History to entries identified as No Caller ID, Private
(Restricted ID), or Unavailable ID.
Call from Contacts
Place a call to the numbers stored in your Contacts.
1. In standby mode, press CONTACTS (right softkey).
2. Highlight the entry you want to call.
3. Press to dial the entry’s default phone number.
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– or –
To dial another number from the same entry, press the navigation key right or left
to display the number, and then press .
Call Using the Plus (+) Code
When placing international calls, use Plus Code Dialing to automatically enter the
international access code for your location (for example, 011 for international calls made
from the U.S.).
1. Press and hold to display “+” on your phone screen.
2. Enter the country code and phone number, and then press . (The phone
automatically prepends the access code for international dialing, followed by the
country code and phone number.)
Call Using a Speed Dial Number
You can store up to 98 numbers in your phone’s speed dial memory to make contacting
friends and family easier.
You must have already assigned a speed dial number to an existing phone number. See
Assign Speed Dial Numbers.
To use speed dial for locations 2-9:
►
In standby mode, press and hold the appropriate key for approximately two seconds.
To use speed dial for locations 10-99:
►
In standby mode, enter a two-digit speed dial number, and then press .
The display confirms that the number has been dialed when it shows “
Connecting...
”
Call a Phone Number with Pauses
You can dial or save phone numbers with pauses for use with automated systems, such as
voicemail or credit card billing numbers.
There are two types of pauses available on your phone:
●
Hard Pause sends the next set of numbers when you press SEND TONES (left
softkey).
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●
2-Sec. Pause automatically sends the next set of numbers after two seconds.
Note: You can have multiple pauses in a phone number and combine two-second and
hard pauses.
To dial or save phone numbers with pauses:
1. Enter all or part of a number.
2. Press OPTIONS (right softkey) > Hard Pause or 2-Sec. Pause.
3. Enter additional numbers.
4. Press to dial the number.
– or –
Press OPTIONS (right softkey) > Save. (You can save to a new or existing
Contacts entry.)
Note: When dialing a number with a hard pause, press SEND TONES (left softkey) to
send the next set of numbers.
Call a Phone Number in a Message
You can place a call to a number that appears in a message.
1. In standby mode, press MESSAGING (left softkey) > Messages.
2. Select a message with the number you want to call and highlight the number.
3. Press .
For more information on utilizing the information in a message, see Simple Data Exchange.
Call Emergency Numbers
You can place calls to 9-1-1 even if your phone is locked or your account is restricted.
► Press .
Note: After you have placed an emergency call, your phone automatically enters
Emergency mode.
During an emergency call, press OPTIONS (right softkey) to display your options. Highlight
an option and press .
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●
Transfer Audio to switch the call to an external device (if applicable).
●
Contacts to show the Contacts list.
●
Phone Info to display information about your phone.
Tip: Press MY PHONE# (left softkey) to display your phone number during an
emergency call.
To exit emergency mode:
1. Press to end a 911 call.
2. Press .
Enhanced 9-1-1 (E911) Information
This phone features an embedded Global Positioning System (GPS) chip necessary for
utilizing E911 emergency location services where available.
When you place an emergency 9-1-1 call, the GPS feature of your phone seeks information
to calculate your approximate location. Depending on several variables, including availability
and access to satellite signals, it may take up to 30 seconds or more to determine and
report your approximate location.
Important:Always report your location to the 9-1-1 operator when placing an
emergency call. Some designated emergency call takers, known as Public
Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) may not be equipped to receive GPS
location information from your phone.
Receive Phone Calls
You can select the most convenient way to respond to a call.
Your phone notifies you of incoming calls in the following ways:
●
The phone rings or vibrates.
●
The LED indicator flashes.
●
The backlight illuminates.
●
The screen displays an incoming call message.
If the incoming call is from a number stored in your Contacts, the entry’s name is displayed.
The caller’s phone number may also be displayed, if available.
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