LG offers you a limited warranty that the enclosed
subscriber unit and its enclosed accessories will
be free from defects in material and workmanship,
according to the following terms and conditions:
1. The limited warranty for the product extends for
ONE (1) year beginning on the date of purchase of
the product. The remaining warranty period for the
unit being repaired or replaced shall be determined
by presentation of the original sales receipt for the
purchase of the unit.
2. The limited warranty extends only to the original
purchaser of the product and is not assignable or
transferable to any subsequent purchaser/end user.
3. This warranty is good only to the original purchaser
of the product during the warranty period as long
as it is in the U.S., including Alaska, Hawaii, U.S.
Territories, and all Canadian Provinces.
4. The external housing and cosmetic parts shall
be free of defects at the time of shipment and,
therefore, shall not be covered under these limited
warranty terms.
5. Upon request from LG, the consumer must provide
acceptable information to prove the date of
purchase.
6. The customer shall bear the cost of shipping the
2. WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER
1. Defects or damages resulting from use of the
2. Defects or damages from abnormal use, abnormal
3. Breakage or damage to antennas unless caused
4. The Customer Service Department at LG must
5. Products which have had the serial number removed
product to the Customer Service Department of LG.
LG shall bear the cost of shipping the product back
to the consumer after the completion of service
under this limited warranty.
product in other than its normal and customary
manner.
conditions, improper storage, exposure to moisture
or dampness, unauthorized modifications,
unauthorized connections, unauthorized repair,
misuse, neglect, abuse, accident, alteration,
improper installation, or other acts which are not the
fault of LG, including damage caused by shipping,
blown fuses, and spills of food or liquid.
directly by defects in material or workmanship.
be notified by consumer of the alleged defect or
malfunction of the product during the applicable
limited warranty period for the warranty to apply.
or made illegible.
6. This limited warranty is in lieu of all other
warranties, express or implied either in fact or by
operations of law, statutory or otherwise, including,
but not limited to any implied warranty of
marketability or fitness for a particular use.
7. Damage resulting from use of any non-LG approved
accessory. Use of any non-LG approved accessory
immediately voids this warranty and LG shall not be
responsible for any incidental, consequential, special,
or any other damage resulting from the use of any nonLG approved accessory.
8. All plastic surfaces and all other externally exposed
parts that are scratched or damaged due to normal
customer use.
9. Products operated outside published maximum
ratings.
10. Products used or obtained in a rental program.
11. Consumables (such as fuses).
Notes:
1. This limited warranty supersedes all other
warranties, expressed or implied either in fact
or by operations of law, statutory or otherwise,
including, but not limited to any implied warranty of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
2. Shipping damage is the sole responsibility of the
shipping company.
3. STATE LAW RIGHTS:
No other express warranty is applicable to
this product. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY
OF MARKETABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF
THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN. LG ELECTRONICS
MOBILECOMM U.S.A., INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE
FOR THE LOSS OF THE USE OF THE PRODUCT,
INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES,
DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL, ARISING OUT OF THE
USE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE, THIS PRODUCT OR
FOR ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
WARRANTY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MARKETABILITY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT.
Some countries do not allow the exclusive of limitation
of incidental or consequential damages or limitations
on how long an implied warranty lasts; so these
limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may
also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
4. HOW TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE:
To obtain warranty service, please call the following
telephone number from anywhere in the continental
United States:
LG Electronics Service
201 James Record Road
Huntsville, AL 35824
Tel : 1-8050-793-8896
Website : http://us.lgservice.com
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Unpacking
Check to make sure that you have all the parts shown below.
Some of contents in this manual may differ from your phone depending on the
software of the phone or your service provider.
CE500
User Guide
Handset
Standard Battery
Travel Adapter
User Guide
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For Your Safety
Important Information
This user guide contains important information on the
use and operation of this phone. Please read all the
information carefully for optimal performance and to
prevent any damage to, or misuse of, the phone. Any
changes or modifications not expressly approved
in this user guide could void your warranty for this
equipment.
Before You Start
Safety Instructions
WARNING! To reduce the possibility of electric shock,
do not expose your phone to high humidity areas, such
as the bathroom, swimming pool, etc.
Always store your phone away from heat.
Never store your phone in settings that may expose it
to temperatures less than 32°F or greater than 104°F,
such as outside during a snowstorm or in your car on a
hot day.
Exposure to excessive cold or heat will result in
malfunction, damage and/or catastrophic failure.
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Be careful when using your phone near other
electronic devices. RF emissions from your mobile
phone may affect nearby inadequately shielded
electronic equipment. You should consult with
manufacturers of any personal medical devices such
as pacemakers and hearing aides to determine if
they are susceptible to interference from your mobile
phone. Turn off your phone in a medical facility or at a
gas station. Never place your phone in a microwave
oven as this will cause the battery to explode.
IMPORTANT! Please read the TIA SAFETY
INFORMATION on page 104 before using your phone.
Safety Information
Please read and observe the following information
for the safe and proper use of your phone and to
prevent any unanticipated damage. Also, keep the
user’s manual in an accessible place at all times after
reading it.
] Unplug the power cord and charger during a
lightning storm to avoid electric shock or fire.
] Do not use your phone in high explosive areas as the
phone may generate sparks.
For Your Safety
] Do not put your phone in a place subject to
excessive dust, and keep the minimum required
distance between the power cord and heat sources.
] Do not damage the power cord by bending, twisting,
pulling, or subjecting it to heat. Do not use the plug if
it is loose as it may cause fire or electric shock.
] Hold the power cord plug firmly to plug and unplug
the power cord. Ensure the plug is firmly connected.
If it is not firmly connected, it may cause excessive
heat or fire.
] Do not place a heavy item on the power cord. Do not
allow the power cord to be crimped as it may cause
fire or electric shock.
] Be careful not to let the battery contact metal
conductors such as a necklace or coins. When
shorted, it may cause an explosion.
] Do not disassemble or impact the battery as it may
cause electric shock, short-circuit, and fire. Store
the battery in a place out of reach of children.
] Using a damaged battery or placing a battery in your
mouth may cause serious injury.
] Charging is displayed on the screen after connecting
ravel adapter. If the battery is totally empty, it
the t
takes a longer time to display “Charging”.
] Do not place items containing magnetic components
such as a credit card, phone card, bank book or a
subway ticket, near your phone. The magnetic strip
can be damaged by the phone.
] Do not hold or let the antenna come in contact with
your body during a call.
] Talking on your phone for a long period of time may
reduce the call quality due to heat generated during
the use of the phone.
] Do not allow excessive vibration or impact to the
phone.
] When you do not plan to use the phone for a long
period of time, store it in a safe area with the power
cord unplugged.
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For Your Safety
FCC RF Exposure Information
WARNING! Read this information before operating the
phone.
In August 1996, the Federal Communications (FCC)
of the United States, with its action in Report and
Order FCC 96-326, adopted an updated safety
standard for human exposure to radio frequency (RF)
electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated
transmitters. Those guidelines are consistent with
the safety standard previously set by both U.S. and
international standards bodies.
The design of this phone complies with the FCC
guidelines and these international standards.
CAUTION
Use only the supplied and approved antenna. Use of
unauthorized antennas or modifications could impair
call quality, damage the phone, void your warranty
and/or result in violation of FCC regulations.
Do not use the phone with a damaged antenna. If a
damaged antenna comes into contact with skin, a
minor burn may result. Contact your local dealer for a
replacement antenna.
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Body-worn Operation
This device was tested for typical body-worn operations
with the back of the phone kept0.79 inches (2.0 cm)
between the user’s body and the back of the phone.
To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, a
minimum separation distance of 0.79 inches (2.0 cm)
must be maintained between the user’s body and the
back of the phone. Third-party belt-clips, holsters, and
similar accessories containing metallic components
should not be used. Body-worn accessories that
cannot maintain 0.79 inches (2.0 cm) s
distance between the user’s body and the back of the
phone, and have not been tested for typical body-worn
operations may not comply with FCC RF exposure limits
and should be avoided.
eparation
Vehicle Mounted External Antenna (optional, if
available)
A minimum separation distance of 8 inches (20 cm)
must be maintained between the user/bystander and
the vehicle mounted external antenna to satisfy FCC RF
exposure requirements.
For more information about RF exposure, visit the FCC
website at www.fcc.gov
For Your Safety
FCC Part 15 Class B Compliance
This device and its accessories comply with part 15
of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device and its accessories may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device and its
accessories must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Cautions for Battery
] Do not disassemble.
] Do not short-circuit.
] Do not expose to high temperature: 60°C (140°F).
] Do not incinerate.
Battery Disposal
] Please dispose of your battery properly or bring to
your local wireless carrier for recycling.
] Do not dispose in fire or with hazardous or
flammable materials.
Adapter (Charger) Cautions
] Using the wrong battery charger could damage your
phone and void your warranty.
] The adapter or battery charger is intended for indoor
use only.
Do not expose the adapter or battery charger to direct
sunlight or use it in places with high humidity, such as
the bathroom.
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Your Phone
Phone Components
1. Earpiece
8. Display screen
9. Confirmation key
6. Alphanumeric keys
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2. Navigation key
3. Send key
4. Left soft key
5. Side keys
7. Microphone
MUSIC PHONE
10. Message key
11. End/Power key
12. Right soft key
13. Camera key
14. Clear key
15. Infrared port
Your Phone
Your Phone’s Features
1. Earpiece
2, Navigation key: Use for quick access to phone
functions.
3. Send key: You can dial a phone number and answer
incoming calls. Press this key in standby mode to
quickly access the most recent incoming, outgoing
and missed calls.
4, 12. Left soft key/Right soft key: Each of these keys
perform the functions indicated by the text on the
display immediately above them.
5. Side keys: These keys are used to control the
volume of ringtone in standby mode and speaker
volume during a call.
6. Alphanumeric keys: These keys are used to dial a
number in standby mode and to enter number or
characters in edit mode.
7. Microphone: Can be muted during a call for privacy.
8. Display screen: Displays phone status icons, menu
items, Web information, pictures and more in full
color.
9. Confirmation key: Long press will launch the WAP
browser. Allows you to select and confirm menu
options.
10. Message key: Use to retrieve or send text
messages.
11. End/Power key: Allows you to power the phone on
or off, end calls, or return to Standby Mode.
13. Camera key: Press this key to use the camera
feature. Directly goes to the camera mode.
14. Clear key: Allows you to delete the characters
entered or return you to the previous screen.
15. Infrared port: Indicates that you have activated the
infrared features to communicate with an IrDAcompliant device and to send or receive data.
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Your Phone
Ear-microphone
jack
Antenna
Camera
Camera
key
Infrared
port
Backlight
A backlight illuminates the display and the keypad.
When you press any key or open the slide, the
backlight turns on. It turns off if no key is pressed
within a given period of time, depending on the
Backlight Timeout menu option. To specify the length
of time the backlight is active, set the Backlight Timeout menu option (Menu 9.2.2). See page 90 for
further details.
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Display Information
Area
First line
Middle lines
Last line
Displays various icons. See page 18
Display messages, instructions and
Any information that you enter, such As
number to be dialed.
Shows the functions currently Assigned
to the two soft keys..
Icon area
Text and
graphic area
Soft key
indications
Description
On-Screen Icons
The table below describes various display indicators
or icons that appear on the phone’s display screen.
IconDescription
Indicates the strength of the network signal.
Indicates a call is in progress.
Indicates that GPRS service is available.
Indicates the alarm has been set and is on.
Indicates the status of the battery charge.
Indicates the receipt of a message.
Indicates the receipt of a voice mail.
Indicates that the vibration has been set for
alert.
Indicates the silent has been set for alert.
Indicates Ring has been set for alert.
Indicates the Schedule function.
Indicates the EGPRS service is available.
Your Phone
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Getting Started
Installing the SIM Card
When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are
provided with a plug-in SIM card loaded with your
subscription details, such as your PIN, any optional
services available and many others.
n
Important!
The plug-in SIM card and its contacts can be easily
damaged by scratches or bending, so be careful when
handling, inserting or removing the card. Keep all SIM
cards out of the reach of small children.
1. If necessary, switch off the phone by holding down
the E key until the power-off image displays.
2. Remove the battery. To do so:
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3. Slide the SIM card into the SIM card socket so
that it locks the card into place. Make sure that the
notched corner is bottom left and the gold contacts
of the card face into the phone.
Note
n
When you need to remove the SIM card, slide it, as shown,
and take it out of the socket.
Getting Started
4. Position the lugs on the down of the battery into the
retaining holder. Then push the bottom of the battery
into position until it clicks.
5. Attach back cover by sliding up into position until it
clicks.
Charging the Battery
Use of unauthorized accessories could damage your
phone and invalidate your warranty.
To use the travel adapter provided with your phone:
1. With the battery in position on the phone, connect
the lead from the travel adapter to the bottom of the
phone. Check that the arrow on the lead connector
is facing towards the front of the phone.
2. Connect the adapter to a standard AC wall outlet.
Only use the travel adapter that comes included
with the package.
n
Warning
You must unplug the adapter before you remove the battery
from the phone during charging; otherwise, the phone
could be damaged.
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Getting Started
3. When charging is finished, disconnect the adapter
from the power outlet and from the phone by
pressing on the gray tabs on both sides of the
connector while pulling the connector out.
n
Notice
] If your phone is powered on while charging, you’ll see
the bars in the battery indicator icon cycle.
When the battery is fully charged, the bars in the battery
indicator icon will flash on and off.
] If your phone is powered off, the display will show the
charging status.
‘Charging’ or ‘Full’ will be displayed.
If the battery fails to charge completely:
] After turning the phone on and off, please attempt to
recharge the battery.
] After detaching and reattaching the battery, please
attempt to recharge the battery.
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Turning Your Phone On and Off
1. Slide the keypad down.
2. Hold down the E key until the phone switches on.
3. If the phone asks for a PIN, enter the PIN and press
the left soft key [Ok]. For further details, see page 97.
The phone searches for your network and after finding
it, the idle screen, illustrated below. Now, you can
make or receive a call.
n
Note
The display language is preset to Automatic at the factory.
To change the language, use the Languages menu option
(Menu 9.2.3).
For further details, see page 90.
4. When you wish to switch the phone off, hold down
the E key until the power-off image displays.
Access Codes
You can use the access codes described in this
section to avoid unauthorized use of your phone. The
access codes can be changed by using the Change
Codes feature (Menu 9.5.6).
Security code (4 to 8 digits)
The security code protects the unauthorized use of
your phone. The default security code is set to ‘0000’
and the security code is required to delete all phone
entries and to activate the Restore Factory Settings
menu. The security code default setting can be
modified from the Security Settings menu.
Getting Started
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General Functions
Making a Call
1. Make sure your phone is powered on.
2. Enter a phone number including the area code.
To edit a number on the display screen, simply press
the C key to erase one digit at a time.
] Press and hold the C key to erase the entire
number.
3. Press the S key to call the number.
4. When finished, press the E key.
Making a Call by Send Key
1. Press the S Skey, and the most recent incoming,
outgoing and missed phone numbers will be
displayed.
2. Select the desired number by using the navigation
key.
3. Press the S key.
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Making International Calls
1. Press and hold the 0 key for the international
prefix.
The ‘+’ character can be replaced with the
international access code.
2. Enter the country code, area code, and the phone
number.
3. Press the S key.
Ending a Call
When you have finished a call, press the E key.
Making a Call From the Contact List
You can store names and phone numbers dialed
frequently in the SIM card as well as the phone
memory known as the Contact List.
You can dial a number by simply looking up a name in
the contact list. For more details on the Contact List
feature, please refer to page 84.
General Functions
Adjusting the Volume
During a call, if you want to adjust the earpiece
volume, use the side keys of the phone.
In idle mode, you can adjust the ring volume using the
side keys.
Answering a Call
When you receive a call, the phone rings and the
flashing phone icon appears on the screen. If the
caller can be identified, the caller’s phone number (or
name if stored in your Address Book) is displayed.
1. Open the Slide and press the S key or the left soft
key to answer an incoming call. If Any Key has been
set as the answer mode (Menu 9.4.2), any key press
will answer a call except for the E key or the right
soft key.
n Notice
] To reject an incoming call, press and hold the side keys
on the left side of the phone.
] If Slide Open has been set as the answer mode (Menu
9.4.2), you do not need to press any key. You can answer
the call simply by opening the slide.
2. End the call by closing the phone or pressing the
Ekey.
Notice
n
You can answer a call while using the Address Book or
other menu features.
Vibrate Mode (Quick)
Vibrate Mode can be activated by pressing and
holding down * key.
Signal Strength
If you are inside a building, being near a window may
give you better reception. You can see the strength
of your signal by the signal indicator () on your
phone’s display screen.
Entering Text
You can enter alphanumeric characters by using the
phone’s keypad. For example, storing names in the
Address Book, writing a message, creating scheduling
events in the calendar all require entering text.
The following text input methods are available in the
phone.
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General Functions
T9 Mode
This mode allows you to enter words with only one
keystroke per letter. Each key on the keypad has more
than one letter. The T9 mode automatically compares
your keystrokes with an internal linguistic dictionary to
determine the correct word, thus requiring far fewer
keystrokes than the traditional ABC mode.
ABC Mode
This mode allows you to enter letters by pressing the
key labeled with the required letter once, twice, three
or four times until the letter is displayed.
123 Mode (Numbers Mode)
Type numbers using one keystroke per number. To
change to 123 mode in a text entry field, press # key
until 123 mode is displayed.
A long press changes mode to 123.
Symbolic Mode
This mode allows you to enter special characters.
n
Notice
You can select a different T9 language from the menu option.
The default setting on the phone is T9 disabled mode.
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Changing the Text Input Mode
1. When you are in a field that allows characters to be
entered, you will notice the text input mode indicator
in the upper right corner of the display.
2. Change the text input mode by pressing #.
You can check the current text input mode in the
upper right corner of the screen.
Using the T9 Mode
The T9 predictive text input mode allows you to enter
words easily with a minimum number of key presses.
As you press each key, the phone begins to display
the characters that it thinks you are typing based on a
built-in dictionary. As new letters are added, the word
changes to reflect the most likely candidate from the
dictionary.
1. When you are in the T9 predictive text input mode,
start entering a word by pressing keys 2 to 9
Press one key per letter.
] The word changes as letters are typed - ignore
what’s on the screen until the word is typed
completely.
] If the word is still incorrect after typing completely,
press the down navigation key once or more to
cycle through the other word options.
General Functions
Example: Press 4 6 6 3 to type Good
Press 4 6 6 3
key] to type Home
] If the desired word is missing from the word
choices list, add it by using the ABC mode.
2. Enter the whole word before editing or deleting any
keystrokes.
3. Complete each word with a space by pressing the
0 key or U key.
To delete letters, press C . Press and hold down
Cto erase the letters continuously.
n
Notice
To exit the text input mode without saving your input, press
E . The phone returns to the previous menu level.
[down navigation
Using the ABC Mode
Use the 2 to 9 keys to enter your text.
1. Press the key labeled with the required letter:
] Once for the first letter
] Twice for the second letter
] And so on
2. To insert a space, press the 0 key once.
To delete letters, press the C key. Press and
hold down the C key to erase the letters
continuously.
Notice
n
Refer to the table below for more information on the
characters available using the keys.
Key
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
Characters in the Order Display
Upper Case
. , / ? ! - : ' " 1
A B C 2
D E F 3
G H I 4
J K L 5
M N O 6
P Q R S 7
T U V 8
W X Y Z 9
Space 0
Lower Case
. , / ? ! - : ' " 1
a b c 2
d e f 3
g h i 4
j k l 5
m n o 6
p q r s 7
t u v 8
w x y z 9
Space 0
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General Functions
Using the 123 (Numbers) Mode
The 123 Mode enables you to enter numbers in a text
message (a telephone number, for example).
Press the keys corresponding to the required digits
before manually switching back to the appropriate text
entry mode.
Using the Symbol Mode
The Symbol Mode enables you to enter various
symbols or special characters.
To enter a symbol, press the
navigation keys to select the desired symbol and press
the [Select] key.
*
key. Use the
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Selecting Functions and Options
Your phone offers a set of functions that allow you to customize the phone. These functions are arranged in menus
and sub-menus, accessed via the two soft keys marked < and > . Each menu and sub-menu allows you to view
and alter the settings of a particular function.
The roles of the soft keys vary according to the current context; the label on the bottom line of the display just above
each key indicates its current role.
MUSIC PHONE
Press the left soft key to
access the available
Menu.
Press the right soft key
to access the available
My Menu.
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Address Book
You can store phone numbers and their corresponding names in the memory of your SIM card.
In addition, you can store up to 250 numbers and names in the phone memory.
The SIM card and phone memory, although physically separate, are utilized like a single entity known as the Contact
List. (See page 84 for details)
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In-Call Menu
Your phone provides a number of control functions that
you can use during a call. To access these functions
during a call, press the left soft key [Options].
During a Call
The menu displayed on the handset screen during a
call is different than the default main menu displayed
when in idle screen, and the options are described
below.
Making a Second Call
You can get a number you wish to dial from the
Address Book to make a second call. Press the left soft
key then select Contact List.
Swapping Between Two Calls
To switch between two calls, press the left soft key or
S key, and then select Swap.
Answering an Incoming Call
To answer an incoming call when the handset is
ringing, simply press the S key. The handset is also
able to warn you of an incoming call while you are
already on a call. A tone sounds in the earpiece, and
the display will show that a second call is waiting.
This feature, known as Call Waiting, is only available if
your network supports it. For details of how to activate
and deactivate it see Call Waiting (Menu 9.4.4).
If Call Waiting is on, you can put the first call on hold
and answer the second, by pressing S .
Rejecting an Incoming Call
You can reject an incoming call without answering by
simply pressing the E key.
During a call, you can reject an incoming call by
pressing the E key.
Muting the Microphone
You can mute the microphone during a call by pressing
the [Options] key then selecting Mute or right soft key
[Mute]. The handset can be unmuted by pressing the
Unmute menu or right soft key [Unmute]. When the
handset is muted, the caller cannot hear you, but you
can still hear them.
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In-Call Menu
Conference Calls
The conference service provides you with the ability
to have a simultaneous conversation with more than
one caller, if your network service provider supports
this feature. A conference call can only be set up
when you have one active call and one call on hold,
both calls having been answered. Once a conference
call is set up, calls may be added, disconnected or
separated (that is, removed from the conference call
but still connected to you) by the person who set up the
conference call. These options are all available from
the In-Call menu. The maximum callers in a conference
call are five. Once started, you are in control of the
conference call, and only you can add calls to the
conference call.
Making a Second Call
You can make a second call while currently on a call.
Enter the second number and press the S. When the
second call is connected, the first call is automatically
placed on hold. You can swap between calls, by
pressing the S key.
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Setting Up a Conference Call
To set up a conference call, place one call on hold and
while the active call is on, press the left soft key and
then select the Join menu of Conference call.
Activate the Conference Call on Hold
To activate a conference call on hold, press the S key.
Adding Calls to the Conference Call
To add a call to an existing conference call, press
the left soft key, and then select the Join menu of
Conference call.
Private Call in a Conference Call
To have a private call with one caller from a
conference call, display the number of the caller you
wish to talk to on the screen, then press the left soft
key. Select the Private menu of Conference call to put
all the other callers on hold.
Ending a Conference Call
Currently displayed caller from a conference call can
be disconnected by pressing the E key.
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