Kyocera E4610 User Manual

Table of Contents
Get Started ................................................................................................................................	1
Your Phone at a Glance......................................................................................................	1
Key Functions..............................................................................................................	3
Set Up Your Phone .............................................................................................................	6
Insert the Battery .........................................................................................................	6
Charge the Battery.......................................................................................................	7
Battery Capacity ..........................................................................................................	8
Remove the Battery .....................................................................................................	8
Replace the SIM Card .................................................................................................	9
Turn Your Phone On and Off .............................................................................................	10
Setup Wizard .....................................................................................................................	10
Set Up Voicemail ...............................................................................................................	10
Set Up Voicemail ........................................................................................................	10
Phone Basics............................................................................................................................	11
Your Idle Screen ................................................................................................................	11
Idle Screen Overview..................................................................................................	11
Status Bar...................................................................................................................	12
Notifications Screen....................................................................................................	14
Navigate Through the Menus.............................................................................................	14
Select Menu Items ......................................................................................................	14
Back Up Within a Menu ..............................................................................................	15
Navigation Key Shortcuts............................................................................................	15
Enter Text ..........................................................................................................................	15
Key Function...............................................................................................................	15
Select a Text Input Mode ............................................................................................	16
Enter Text Using XT9 Word ........................................................................................	16
Enter Text Using Abc/ABC Mode................................................................................	17
Set Text Entry Options................................................................................................	18
Copy and Paste Text ..................................................................................................	18
Phone Calls ..............................................................................................................................	20
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Make Phone Calls..............................................................................................................	20
Call Using the Phone keypad......................................................................................	20
Call from Call History ..................................................................................................	20
Call from Call History with the phone closed ...............................................................	20
Call from Contacts ......................................................................................................	20
Call Using a Speed Dial Number ................................................................................	21
Call a Phone Number with Pauses .............................................................................	21
Call Emergency Numbers ...........................................................................................	22
Call Using Wi-Fi Calling ..............................................................................................	22
Receive Phone Calls..........................................................................................................	24
End Phone Calls ................................................................................................................	25
Phone Call Options ............................................................................................................	25
In-call Options.............................................................................................................	26
Caller Name ID ...........................................................................................................	26
Call Waiting ................................................................................................................	26
Conference Calling .....................................................................................................	27
Call Forwarding ..........................................................................................................	28
Call History ........................................................................................................................	28
View Call History ........................................................................................................	28
Call History Options ....................................................................................................	29
Call Settings ......................................................................................................................	30
Advanced Calling........................................................................................................	30
Call Answer Mode.......................................................................................................	30
Quick Responses........................................................................................................	31
Set Up Speed Dialing .................................................................................................	32
Voicemail settings.......................................................................................................	32
Assisted Dialing ..........................................................................................................	33
Call Rejection .............................................................................................................	33
Voice Privacy..............................................................................................................	34
DTMF Tones...............................................................................................................	34
Call Timer ...................................................................................................................	34
Push To Talk Plus (PTT+).....................................................................................	35
Set Up PTT+...............................................................................................................	35

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Contacts....................................................................................................................................	36
Get Started with Contacts ..................................................................................................	36
Access Contacts List ..................................................................................................	36
Contacts List...............................................................................................................	36
Contacts List Options..................................................................................................	36
Display Options ..........................................................................................................	37
Add a Contact ....................................................................................................................	38
Save a Phone Number.......................................................................................................	38
Edit a Contact ....................................................................................................................	39
Add or Edit Information for a Contact ..........................................................................	39
Assign a Picture to a Contact......................................................................................	39
Assign a Ringtone to a Contact...................................................................................	40
Assign a Vibration Pattern to a Contact ......................................................................	40
Add a Contact to Favorites .........................................................................................	41
Delete Single or Multiple Contacts ..............................................................................	41
Add a Group and Group Contacts......................................................................................	42
Create a New Group...................................................................................................	42
Add a Contact to a Group ...........................................................................................	42
Edit a Group Contact .........................................................................................................	43
Remove a Group Contact Entry ..................................................................................	43
Rename a Group ........................................................................................................	43
Delete a Group ...........................................................................................................	44
Send a Text Message to Members of a Group............................................................	44
Find Contacts Entries.........................................................................................................	44
Find an Entry from Contacts .......................................................................................	44
Find an Entry Using the Phone Keypad ......................................................................	45
ICE (In Case of Emergency) Contacts ...............................................................................	45
Register an ICE Contact .............................................................................................	45
Remove an ICE Contact .............................................................................................	46
Add Personal Information ...........................................................................................	46
Share a Contact.................................................................................................................	46
Accounts and Messaging ..........................................................................................................	47
Email .................................................................................................................................	47

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Add an Email Account ................................................................................................	47
Add a Corporate Account............................................................................................	47
Send an Email Message .............................................................................................	48
View and Reply to Email .............................................................................................	49
Manage Your Email Messages ...................................................................................	50
Email Settings.............................................................................................................	51
Message ............................................................................................................................	53
Send a Message.........................................................................................................	53
Save and Resume a Draft Message ...........................................................................	54
New Message Notification ..........................................................................................	55
Read a Message ........................................................................................................	55
Reply to a Message ....................................................................................................	55
Delete a Message Thread...........................................................................................	55
Messaging Settings ....................................................................................................	56
Voicemail ...........................................................................................................................	57
Voicemail Notification .................................................................................................	57
New Voicemail Message Alerts...................................................................................	57
Retrieve Your Voicemail Messages ............................................................................	57
Apps and Entertainment............................................................................................................	59
My .........................................................................................................................	59
Cloud ....................................................................................................................	59
Camera/Video....................................................................................................................	59
Open or Close the Camera App..................................................................................	60
Music Player ......................................................................................................................	60
Access the Music Player App .....................................................................................	60
Play Music ..................................................................................................................	61
Use Playlists ...............................................................................................................	62
File Manager......................................................................................................................	63
Open Files in File Manager.........................................................................................	63
File Manager Options .................................................................................................	63
Sound Recorder.................................................................................................................	64
Sound Recorder Settings............................................................................................	64
Record Sound.............................................................................................................	64

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Play Audio Data ..........................................................................................................	65
Sound List Options .....................................................................................................	65
Web and Data ...........................................................................................................................	66
Wi-Fi ..................................................................................................................................	66
Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network.....................................................	66
Check the Wireless Network Status............................................................................	67
Connect to a Different Wi-Fi Network..........................................................................	67
Wi-Fi Options Menu ....................................................................................................	67
Data Services ....................................................................................................................	68
Launch a Web Connection..........................................................................................	68
Data Connection Status and Indicators.......................................................................	69
Virtual Private Networks (VPN) ..........................................................................................	69
Prepare Your Phone for VPN Connection...................................................................	69
Install Security Certificates..........................................................................................	70
Add a VPN Connection ...............................................................................................	70
Connect to or Disconnect from a VPN ........................................................................	70
Browser .............................................................................................................................	71
Launch the Browser....................................................................................................	71
Learn to Navigate the Web .........................................................................................	71
Browser Menu ............................................................................................................	73
Mobile Hotspot...................................................................................................................	76
Turn Mobile Hotspot On..............................................................................................	76
Set Up Mobile Hotspot................................................................................................	76
Mobile Hotspot Settings ..............................................................................................	77
Connect to Mobile Hotspot..........................................................................................	78
Tethering ...........................................................................................................................	78
USB Tethering ............................................................................................................	79
Bluetooth Tethering ....................................................................................................	79
Camera and Video ....................................................................................................................	80
Take Pictures.....................................................................................................................	80
Take a Picture ............................................................................................................	80
Record Videos ...................................................................................................................	80
Record a Video...........................................................................................................	80

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View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery ............................................................................	81
Open or Close Gallery ................................................................................................	81
View Pictures and Videos ...........................................................................................	81
Gallery Options Menu .................................................................................................	82
Assign Pictures...........................................................................................................	83
Share Pictures and Videos.................................................................................................	84
Send Pictures or Videos Using Bluetooth ...................................................................	84
Send Pictures or Videos by Email...............................................................................	84
Send Pictures or Videos by Message .........................................................................	85
Tools and Calendar...................................................................................................................	86
Push To Talk Plus+............................................................................................................	86
Calculators.........................................................................................................................	86
Calculator ...................................................................................................................	86
Tip Calculator .............................................................................................................	86
Unit Converter ............................................................................................................	87
Calendar ............................................................................................................................	87
Add an Event to the Calendar .....................................................................................	87
Invite Guests to Your Calendar Event .........................................................................	90
Calendar Event Alerts.................................................................................................	90
View Calendar Events ................................................................................................	91
Edit Calendar Events ..................................................................................................	92
Calendar Options........................................................................................................	93
Alarm Clock .......................................................................................................................	93
Countdown Timer ..............................................................................................................	95
Stopwatch..........................................................................................................................	96
World Clock .......................................................................................................................	96
Notepad .............................................................................................................................	96
Flashlight ...........................................................................................................................	97
Voice Commands ..............................................................................................................	98
Activate the Voice Commands ....................................................................................	98
Make a Voice Call Using Voice Commands ................................................................	99
Send a Message Using Voice Commands ..................................................................	99
Display a Contacts Entry’s Information Using Voice Commands.................................	99

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Check Phone Status Using Voice Commands ..........................................................	100
Open Menus Using Voice Commands ......................................................................	100
Play a Music File Using Voice Commands................................................................	101
Voice Commands Settings........................................................................................	101
Bluetooth .........................................................................................................................	102
Turn Bluetooth On or Off...........................................................................................	102
Bluetooth Settings Menu...........................................................................................	102
Connect a Bluetooth Headset or Car Kit ...................................................................	103
Reconnect a Headset or Car Kit ...............................................................................	104
Disconnect or Unpair from a Bluetooth Device..........................................................	104
Send and Receive Information Using Bluetooth........................................................	105
microSD Card ..................................................................................................................	106
Insert the microSD Card ...........................................................................................	107
Remove the microSD Card .......................................................................................	107
View the microSD Card Memory...............................................................................	108
Unmount SD Card ....................................................................................................	108
Format microSD Card...............................................................................................	108
Use the Phone’s microSD Card as a Media Device ..................................................	109
Settings...................................................................................................................................	110
Wireless & Networks Settings ..........................................................................................	110
Airplane Mode ..........................................................................................................	110
Wi-Fi Settings ...........................................................................................................	110
Bluetooth Settings.....................................................................................................	110
Mobile Hotspot Settings ............................................................................................	110
Tethering Settings.....................................................................................................	110
VPN Settings ............................................................................................................	110
Cellular Network Settings..........................................................................................	111
Emergency Alerts .....................................................................................................	112
Volume Settings...............................................................................................................	113
Adjust the Master Volume.........................................................................................	113
All Sounds Off...........................................................................................................	114
Accessibility .....................................................................................................................	114
Readout....................................................................................................................	114

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Speech Rate.............................................................................................................	114
Speech Pitch ............................................................................................................	115
Font Size ..................................................................................................................	115
Color Inversion .........................................................................................................	115
Color Correction .......................................................................................................	115
Persistent Alerts .......................................................................................................	116
Captions ...................................................................................................................	116
Mono Audio ..............................................................................................................	117
Sound Balance .........................................................................................................	117
TTY Mode.................................................................................................................	117
Hearing Aid...............................................................................................................	118
Sounds Settings...............................................................................................................	118
Also Vibrate for Calls ................................................................................................	118
Phone Ringtone........................................................................................................	118
Vibration Pattern.......................................................................................................	119
Vibrate Intensity........................................................................................................	119
Notification Sound.....................................................................................................	119
Persistent Alerts .......................................................................................................	119
Alarm Sound.............................................................................................................	119
Keypad Volume ........................................................................................................	120
Keypad Tone ............................................................................................................	120
Vibration on Keypress...............................................................................................	120
Battery Charging Tone..............................................................................................	120
Battery Charged Tone ..............................................................................................	120
Emergency Tone ......................................................................................................	121
Display Settings ...............................................................................................................	121
Brightness Level .......................................................................................................	121
Wallpaper .................................................................................................................	121
Display Backlight ......................................................................................................	122
Key Backlight............................................................................................................	122
Font Size ..................................................................................................................	122
Notification................................................................................................................	122
Main Clock................................................................................................................	123

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Outer Clock...............................................................................................................	123
Menu Layout.............................................................................................................	123
Phone Settings ................................................................................................................	123
Language & Input Settings........................................................................................	123
Set Programmable Key.............................................................................................	124
Set Navigation Key Shortcuts ...................................................................................	124
Keyguard ..................................................................................................................	125
Storage Settings .......................................................................................................	125
USB Mode ................................................................................................................	125
Location Settings ......................................................................................................	126
Security ....................................................................................................................	127
Accounts Settings .....................................................................................................	130
Date & Time Settings................................................................................................	131
Call Settings ....................................................................................................................	131
About Phone....................................................................................................................	131
Software Update ..............................................................................................................	132
Notes ......................................................................................................................................	133
Copyright & Trademarks .........................................................................................................	134
Index.......................................................................................................................................	135

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Get Started

The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your phone and service the first time.

Your Phone at a Glance

The following illustration outlines your phone’s primary external features and keys.

Note: Screen images simulated. Actual displays may vary.

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Key Functions

●Earpiece lets you hear the caller and automated prompts.

●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.

●Left/Right soft keys (/) let you select key actions or menu items corresponding to the bottom left and right lines on the main screen while the phone is open.

●Navigation key lets you scroll through the phone’s menu options.

●Center soft key () lets you select key actions or menu items corresponding to the bottom center lines on the main screen.

●Camera/Speaker key () lets you activate the camera or video mode and take pictures and videos with the phone open. When you receive an incoming call, press to answer the call in speakerphone mode. During a call, press to switch the speakerphone on or off. (Camera model only.)

Note: The Camera feature is not available on all models.

●Flashlight /Speaker key () lets you activate the flashlight and light up your surroundings in an instant. When you receive an incoming call, press to answer the call in speakerphone mode. During a call, press to switch the speakerphone on or off. (Noncamera model only.)

●SEND key () allows you to place or receive calls, answer Call Waiting, use Conference Calling, or display recent call history.

●Microphone transmits your voice and ambient sound during voice calls and voice recordings.

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.

●Keypad lets you enter numbers, letters, and characters, and perform functions.

●CLEAR/Back 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.

●END/POWER key () lets you turn the phone on or off, end a call, or cancel your input and return to the Idle screen.

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●Voice commands key () allows you to activate Voice Commands. See Voice Commands.

●External speaker key () lets you place or receive calls in speakerphone mode, turn the speakerphone on and off during a call, activate Voice Commands in speakerphone mode, or unlock the keyguard (if configured.) See Keyguard.

●External end key () lets you display the recent call history, ignore an incoming call, end the ongoing call, or unlock the keyguard (if configured.) See Keyguard.

●Camera lets you take pictures and videos.

Note: The Camera feature is not available on all models.

●Volume key allows you to adjust the master volume when you are not on a call or adjust the voice volume during a call.

●Flashlight lets you illuminate dark areas as a built-in LED flashlight. See Flashlight.

●LED indicator displays a phone notification, charging status, or alert. It blinks when your phone's battery level is low.

●Outer screen displays the information such as the call status, the date and time, and the signal and battery strength.

●Internal microphone suppresses background noise improving audio quality for the other party during voice calls except in speakerphone mode.

●Headset jack allows you to plug in an optional headset for convenient, hands-free conversations.

CAUTION! Inserting an accessory into the incorrect jack may damage the phone.

●microSD card slot (internal) allows you to insert a microSD card to support external memory. The microSD compartment is behind the battery cover. See Insert the microSD Card.

●SIM card slot (internal) allows you to insert a SIM card. The SIM compartment is behind the battery cover. See Replace the SIM Card.

Note: Your phone comes with the SIM card already installed.

●Speaker lets you hear the different ringtones and sounds. The speaker also lets you hear the caller’s voice in speakerphone mode.

●USB/Charger port allows you to connect the phone and the USB cable for use with the charger adapter or other compatible accessories.

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●Battery cover screw secures the battery cover to the phone.

●Charging contacts allow you to connect to a multi-bay battery charger that can charge multiple phones simultaneously.

●PTT/Programmable key () allows you to assign a frequently used function for quick

access. See Set Programmable Key. By activating PTT application, this key will act as a dedicated PTT key. See Push To Talk Plus (PTT+).

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Set Up Your Phone

You must first install and charge the battery to begin setting up your phone.

Insert the Battery

1.Using a coin, rotate the battery cover screw on the back of the phone counter-clockwise several times to loosen (you should hear a 'click' sound when the screw is loose).

Note: The battery cover screw is permanently mounted on the cover and cannot be removed. 2. Place your fingernail in the slit at the bottom of the battery cover and lift the battery cover.

3.Insert the battery, making sure to align the gold contacts (). Press down gently to secure the battery ().

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4.Replace the battery cover, making sure all the tabs are secure and there are no gaps around the cover.

Warning: Press all around the edges of the battery cover ensuring it is properly sealed to maintain the phone's waterproof capability.

5. Using a coin, rotate the battery cover screw clockwise until it is tight.

Charge the Battery

Fully charge the battery before powering on the phone.

Important: Unplug the charger from the electrical outlet when not in use to reduce the environmental impact of charging.

Warning: Please use only an approved charger to charge your phone. Improper handling of the charging port, as well as the use of an incompatible charger, may cause damage to your device and void the warranty.

1.Open the USB/Charger port cover on the right side of the phone.

2.Plug the smaller end of the USB cable into the USB/Charger port.

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3.Plug the other end of the USB cable into the AC adapter, and then plug it into an electrical outlet. Be sure to use the AC adapter that came with your phone.

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.

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, view the battery charge icon located on the right side of the status bar. When there are approximately ten minutes of talk time left, the battery icon turns to and the phone sounds a warning tone. When there are approximately five minutes of

talk time left, the battery icon turns to . Also, the LED indicator blinks when your phone's battery level goes below 15%.

Note: Long backlight settings, searching for service, vibrate mode, browser use, and other variables may reduce the battery’s talk time.

Tip: Watch your phone’s battery level and charge the battery before it runs out of power.

Remove the Battery

If you need to remove the Battery, follow these steps.

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 battery cover screw and turn it counter-clockwise to open the battery cover.

3.Insert your fingernail into the slit and lift the battery.

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4. Remove the battery and close the cover. See Insert the Battery.

Warning: Do not handle a damaged or leaking Li-Ion battery as you can be burned.

Replace the SIM Card

Your phone comes with the SIM card already installed. If you need to replace your SIM card, follow these steps.

1.Remove the battery cover and the battery. See Insert the Battery.

2.Lift the SIM/microSD card stopper.

3.Push the SIM card gently with your finger. The card ejects itself. Pull out the original SIM card from the slot.

4.Carefully insert the new SIM card into the SIM card slot, with the gold contacts facing down and the cut off corner on the top left. Gently push the card in until it snaps into place.

5.Close the SIM/microSD card stopper.

6.Place the battery back into its compartment and replace the battery cover. See Insert the Battery.

Warning: Press all around the edges of the battery cover ensuring it is properly sealed to maintain the phone's waterproof capability.

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Turn Your Phone On and Off

The instructions below explain how to turn your phone on and off.

Turn Your Phone On

►Open the phone and press and hold the END/POWER key until the screen lights up.

Turn Your Phone Off

►Open the phone and press and hold the END/POWER key until you see the powering-down animation on the main screen.

Setup Wizard

Your phone has a Setup Wizard to set up your phone quickly and easily. When you turn on your phone for the first time, the Setup Wizard starts automatically and helps you to activate your phone and set up a Wi-Fi® connection, etc. Follow the onscreen instructions to quickly set up your phone.

Set Up Voicemail

You should set up your Voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. Always use a password to protect against unauthorized access. Your phone automatically transfers all unanswered calls to your Voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. See Voicemail for more information.

Set Up Voicemail

1.From the Idle screen, press and hold . -or-

From the Idle screen, dial and press the SEND key .

2.When you hear the greeting, press the Pound SPACE key to interrupt.

3.Follow the instructions to set up your new password and record a greeting.

Note: Voice mailboxes not set up within 45 days will be canceled. Your voice mailbox is not password protected until you create a password by following the setup tutorial.

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Phone Basics

Your phone is packed with features that simplify your life and expand your ability to stay connected to the people and information that are important to you. The following topics will introduce the basic functions and features of your phone.

Your Idle Screen

The Idle screen is the starting point for your phone’s functions and menus.

Idle Screen Overview

The following illustration describes the basics of the Idle screen.

Note: Screen images simulated. Actual displays may vary.

●Status bar: Displays the time and phone status icons.

●Clock display: Displays time and date. You can turn on or off this display from the Settings menu. See Main Clock.

●Left soft key: Displays actions or menu items that you can select by pressing the left soft key.

●Center soft key: Displays actions or menu items that you can select by pressing the center soft key.

●Right soft key: Displays actions or menu items that you can select by pressing the right soft key.

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Status Bar

The status bar appears at the top of your phone’s display screen. It provides phone and service status information on the right side and notification alerts on the left.

Status Icons

	Icons			Description
				Bluetooth® active
				Wi-Fi active
				Vibrate only
				Alarms only
				All sound off
				Network (full signal)
				Network (no signal)
				4G LTE (data service)
				3G (data service)
				1X (data service)
				EDGE (data service)
				HSPA (data service)
				GPRS (data service)
				Airplane mode
				Alarm set

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	Icons			Description
				Battery (current level)
				Battery (poor)
				Battery (discharged)
				Battery (charging)
Notification Icons
	Icons			Description
				Missed call
				New email
				New message
				New Voicemail message
				Battery (full charge)
				Event
				Music application is running in the background
				Alarm
				Countdown
				Mobile hotspot
				USB Tethering
				Bluetooth Tethering

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Icons	Description

USB and Bluetooth tethering

Notifications Screen

You can open the Notifications screen to view the list of notifications you received.

1.From the Idle screen, press the Center soft key [Menu] > Notifications.

2.Highlight a notification and select from following options. Available options may vary:

Press the Left soft key [Dismiss] to dismiss the notification.

Press the Right soft key [View] to display the summary of the notification.

Press the Center soft key [Select] to display the details screen.

Press the CLEAR/Back key to keep the notification pending on the Notifications screen.

Navigate Through the Menus

The Navigation key on your phone lets you scroll through on-screen 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 the Center soft key [Select]. If the option is numbered, you can select it by pressing the corresponding number on the phone’s keypad.

For example, to view the Brightness level:

1.From the Idle screen, press the Center soft key [Menu] to access the main menu.

2.Select Tools & Settings by highlighting it and pressing the Center soft key [Select].

3.Select Settings by highlighting it and pressing the Center soft key [Select].

4.Select Display settings by highlighting it and pressing the Center soft key [Select].

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5. Select Brightness level by highlighting it and pressing the Center soft key [Select].

For the purposes of this guide, the above steps condense into:

From the Idle screen, press the Center soft key [Menu] > Tools & Settings > Settings >

Display settings > Brightness level.

Back Up Within a Menu

To go to the previous menu:

►Press the CLEAR/Back key . To return to the Idle screen:

►Press the END/POWER key .

Navigation Key Shortcuts

From the Idle screen, press the Up, Down, Left or Right Navigation keys to launch its corresponding application. The Up, Down, or Left Navigation keys can be reassigned to create customized shortcuts. See Set Navigation Key Shortcuts for more information.

Enter Text

You can type on your phone using various input modes.

Key Function

For text entry, you can use the following keys as mentioned below.

●Press the CLEAR/Back key to delete characters from the display.

●Press to enter some frequently used symbols, such as period, comma, @, ?, !, /, etc. Note that each time you press the key the next symbol appears. This function is not available in XT9 Word mode and 123 mode.

●Press the Pound SPACE key to enter a space or long press for Return (if available).

●Press the Asterisk SHIFT key to change the capitalization style as Abc > ABC > abc (ABC mode), or as XT9Word > XT9WORD > XT9word (XT9Word mode). The selected style is displayed on the Left soft key label.

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Select a Text Input Mode

You can type on your phone using various input modes.

The methods available include:

1.From a screen where you can enter text, press the Left soft key to change the entry mode.

2.Select one of the following options:

XT9Word to enter text using a predictive text system. See Enter Text Using XT9 Word.

Abc to enter characters by using the alphabet mode in initial capital letters. See Enter Text Using Abc/ABC Mode.

ABC to enter characters by using the alphabet mode all capital letters. See Enter Text Using Abc/ABC Mode.

123 to enter numeric characters.

Symbols to enter symbols.

Smileys to enter smile icons.

Emoticons to enter “emoticons.”

Web shortcuts to enter Web shortcuts (for example, www., http://, or .com).

Note: When you select Symbols, Smileys, Emoticons, or Web shortcuts, a list may be displayed at the bottom of the screen. Then, you can scroll through the options by pressing the Navigation key left, right, up or down. To select an option, highlight it and

press the Center soft key [Select].

Select text to copy or cut selected text and save to the Paste list. See Copy and Paste Text.

Paste list to paste copied or cut text in the paste list (if applicable). See Copy and Paste Text.

Text options to display the text entry options menu. See Set Text Entry Options.

Enter Text Using XT9 Word

XT9 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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1.From a screen where you can enter text, press the Left soft key to change the entry mode.

2.Select the XT9 Word text input mode.

3.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 the CLEAR/Back key to erase a single character. Press and hold the CLEAR/Back key to erase an entire word.)

4.As you type, a word choice list opens. (The word may change as you type.). Press

to scroll to the word you want to enter. To accept a word and insert a space, press the Pound SPACE key .

To add a word to the predictive text database while entering text:

If your desired word is not displayed after you have entered all the letters, you can add it to the database for the next time.

1.After entering the word in Abc mode, put the cursor next to the text you want to add and press the Left soft key > Select text.

2.Highlight the text you want to add by using the Navigation key.

3.Press the Center soft key [Done] > Add word > Save. The text is added to the predictive text database.

For more information about XT9 input mode, visit the Nuance website at www.nuance.com.

Enter Text Using Abc/ABC Mode

In Abc or 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.

1.From a screen where you can enter text, press the Left soft key to change the entry mode.

2.Select the Abc or ABC text input mode. See Select a Text Input Mode.

3.Press the corresponding key repeatedly until the correct letter appears. For example, to enter “Abc” or “ABC,” press once for “a,” twice for “b,” and three times for “c.”

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.

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Set Text Entry Options

The text entry options menu allows you to specify additional features to use during the text entry process.

1.From a screen where you can enter text, press the Left soft key > Text options.

2.Highlight an option and press the Center soft key [Select].

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.

Word scan to allow the predictive text input system to recognize words by searching Contacts.

Input language to select the language to enter (English or Español).

My words to edit or delete custom words you have added to the predictive text database.

•Press the right soft key [Add word] to store words that you frequently use.

Auto substitution to replace abbreviated words or phrases with full-text equivalents you added.

•Press the right soft key [Add word] to store pairs of words that you want to use in this function.

Copy and Paste Text

You can copy or cut text and paste it in the text entry field.

1.In the text entry field, move the cursor next to the text you want to copy or cut and press the Left soft key > Select text.

2.Highlight the text you want to copy or cut by using the Navigation key.

3.Press the Center soft key [Done] > Copy or Cut. The text is saved in the Paste List.

4.In the text entry field, move the cursor to the place where you want to paste the text to and press the Left soft key > Paste list.

5.Press the Navigation key to scroll to the text you want to paste and press the Center soft key [Select].

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Note: This feature is not available where you cannot select the text input mode.

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Phone Calls

With the network and your phone’s calling features, you can enjoy clear phone calls across the country.

Make Phone Calls

There are several convenient ways to place calls from your phone.

Call Using the Phone keypad

The most “traditional” way to place a call is by using the phone’s keypad.

1.Open the phone and enter a phone number. (If you make a mistake while dialing, press the CLEAR/Back key to erase the numbers.)

2.Press the SEND key .

3.Press the END/POWER key when you are finished.

Call from Call History

Place a call to the numbers in your History.

1.From the Idle screen, press the SEND key .

2.Select an entry and press the SEND key .

Call from Call History with the phone closed

Place a call to the numbers in your History without opening the phone.

1.Press the External end key with the phone closed.

2.Highlight an entry by using the Volume key up or down.

3.Press the External speaker key to start the call.

Call from Contacts

You can place phone calls directly from entries in your contacts list. 1. From the Idle screen, press the Left soft key [Contacts].

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