LG CP250 Users manual
CP250
User Guide
Part 15.21 statement
"Change or Modifications that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. "
Part 15.105 statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. if this equipment does cause harmful interference or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
1. WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS:
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 data of purchase of the product.
(2)The limited warranty extends on 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 Canada.
(4)The external housing and cosmetic parts shall not be covered under these limited warranty terms.
(5)Upon request from LG, the consumer must provide information to reasonably prove the date of purchase.
(6)The customer shall bear the cost of shipping the 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.
2. WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:
(1)Defects or damages resulting from use of the product in other than its normal and customary manner.
(2)Defects or damages from abnormal use, abnormal 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 spills of food or liquid.
(3)Breakage or damage to antennas unless caused directly by defects in material or workmanship.
(4)That the Customer Service Department at LG was net notified by consumer of the alleged defect or malfunction of the product during the applicable limited warranty period.
(5)Products which have had the serial number removed or made illegible.
(6)The limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied either in fact or by operations law, statutory or otherwise, including, but limited to any implied warranty of marketability or fitness for a particular use.
(7)Damage resulting from use of non-LG approved accessories.
(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.
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(10)Products used or obtained in a rental program.
(11)Consumables (such as fuses).
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 INFOCOMM INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES, DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL, RISING 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 states do not allow the exclusive of imitation 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 web address: www.lgeservice.com
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 extreme weather conditions or in your car on a hot day. Exposure to excessive cold or heat will result in malfunction, damage and/or catastrophic failure.
Be careful when using your phone near other electronic devices. RF emissions from your mobile phone may affect nearby in adequately 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 78 before using your phone.
Safety Information
Read these simple guidelines. Breaking the rules may be dangerous or illegal. Further detailed information is given in this user guide.
]Never use an unapproved battery since this could damage the phone and/or battery and could cause the battery to explode.
]Never place your phone in a microwave oven as it will cause the battery to explode.
]Do not dispose of your battery by fire or with hazardous or flammable materials.
]Make sure that no sharp-edged items come into contact with the battery. There is a risk of this causing a fire.
] Store the battery in a place out of reach of children.
]Be careful that children do not swallow any parts such as rubber plugs (earphone, connection parts of the phone, etc.). This could cause asphyxiation or suffocation.
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]Unplug the power cord and charger during lightning storms to avoid electric shock or fire.
]When riding in a car, do not leave your phone or set up the hands-free kit near to the air bag. If wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag is activated, you may be seriously injured.
] Do not use a hand-held phone while driving.
]Do not use the phone in areas where its use is prohibited. (For example: aircraft).
]Do not expose the battery charger or adapter to direct sunlight or use it in places with high humidity, such as a bathroom.
]Never store your phone in temperatures less than- 4°F or greater than 122°F.
]Do not use harsh chemicals (such as alcohol, benzene, thinners, etc.) or detergents to clean your phone. There is a risk of this causing a fire.
]Do not drop, strike, or shake your phone severely. Such actions may harm the internal circuit boards of the phone.
]Do not use your phone in high explosive areas as the phone may generate sparks.
]Do not damage the power cord by bending, twisting, pulling, or heating. Do not use the plug if it is loose as it may cause a fire or electric shock.
For Your Safety 
]Do not place any heavy items on the power cord. Do not allow the power cord to be crimped as it may cause fire or electric shock.
]Do not handle the phone with wet hands while it is being charged. It may cause an electric shock or seriously damage your phone.
] Do not disassemble the phone.
]Do not place or answer calls while charging the phone as it may short-circuit the phone and/or cause electric shock or fire.
]Only use the batteries, antennas, and chargers provided by LG. The warranty will not be applied to products provided by other suppliers.
]Only authorized personnel should service the phone and its accessories. Faulty installation or service may result in accidents and consequently invalidate the warranty.
]Do not hold or let the antenna come in contact with your body during a call.
]An emergency call can be made only within a service area. For an emergency call, make sure that you are within a service area and that the phone is turned on.
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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 he 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.
Body-worn Operation
This device was tested for typical body-worn operations with the back of the phone kept 0.79 inches (2cm) 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(2cm) 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(2cm) separation 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.
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Vehicle Mounted External Antenna (optional, if available)
A minimum separation distance of 8 inches (20cm) 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
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.
For Your Safety 
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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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 
key to erase one digit at a time.
]Press and hold the 
key to erase the entire number.
3.Press the 
[SEND] key to call the number.
4.When finished, press the 
[END] key.
Making a Call by Send Key
1.Press the 
[SEND] key, 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 
[SEND] key.
Making International Calls
1.Press and hold the 
key and the international access character ‘+’ will appear.
2.Enter the country code, area code, and the phone number.
3.Press the 
[SEND] key.
Ending a Call
When you have finished a call, press the [END] key.
Making a Call From the Contacts
You can store names and phone numbers dialed frequently in the SmartChip as well as in the phone memory known as the Contacts.
You can dial a number by simply selecting a name in the contacts and pressing the 
[SEND] key.
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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 Flip and press the 
[SEND] key or the left soft key to answer an incoming call. If Any Key has been set as the answer mode (Menu 9.5.4), any key press will answer a call except for the 
[END] key or the right soft key.
n Note
]To reject an incoming call, press and hold the side keys on the left side of the phone.
]If Open Flip has been set as the Answer Mode (Menu 9.5.4), you do not need to press any key. You can answer the call simply by opening the flip.
General Functions
2.End the call by closing the phone or pressing the 
[END] key.
n Notice
You can answer a call while using the Address Book or other menu features.
Using the Speakerphone
You can use the integrated Speakerphone during a call by pressing the right soft key [Options] then select Speaker On. The speakerphone indicator [ 
] will display on the display screen. The loudspeaker is automatically deactivated when you end the call.
n Warning
Due to higher volume levels, don’t place the phone near your ear while the speakerphone is enabled.
Vibrate Mode (Quick)
Vibrate Mode can be activated by pressing and holding down the 
[Star] key.
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General Functions
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.
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.
Entering Text
You can enter alphanumeric characters by using the phone’s keypad. For example, storing names in the Address Book, writing a message, or creating scheduling events in the calendar all require entering text.
The following text input methods are available in the phone.
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.
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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 the mode to 123.
Symbolic Mode
This mode allows you to enter special characters.
n Note
You can select a different T9 language from the menu option. The default setting on the phone is T9 disabled mode.
Changing the Text Input Mode
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 
to 
. 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 thethe up/down navigation keys once or more to cycle through the other word options.
] If the desired word is missing from the word choices list, add it by using the abc/ABC mode.
2.Enter the whole word before editing or deleting any keystrokes.
3.Complete each word with a space by pressing the 
key or the right navigation 
key.
General Functions
To delete letters, press 
. Press and hold down 
to erase the letters continuously. Continue hoding to erase entire words.
Using the ABC Mode
Use the keypad 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 
key once. To delete letters, press the 
key. Press and hold down the 
key to erase the letters continuously.
n Note
Refer to the table below for more information on the characters available using the keys.
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General Functions
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Lower Case |
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1 |
. , - ? ! ' @ : 1 |
. , - ? ! ' @ : 1 |
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2 |
A B C 2 |
a b c 2 |
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3 |
D E F 3 |
d e f 3 |
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4 |
G H I 4 |
g h i 4 |
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5 |
J K L 5 |
j k l 5 |
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6 |
M N O 6 |
m n o 6 |
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7 |
P Q R S 7 |
p q r s 7 |
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8 |
T U V 8 |
t u v 8 |
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9 |
W X Y Z 9 |
w x y z 9 |
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0 |
Space Key, |
Space Key, |
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0 (Long press) |
0 (Long press) |
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Using the 123 (Numbers) Mode
The 123 Mode enables you to enter numbers in a text message (a telephone number, for example) more quickly.
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 
[Star] key. Use the navigation keys to select the desired symbol and press the [OK] key.
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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 the left soft 
key and the right soft 
key. Each menu and sub-menu allows you to view and alter the settings of a particular function.
The soft key functions vary depending on the mode of the phone. The label on the bottom of the display screen immediately above the soft keys indicates current function.
Press the left soft key to access the available Menu.
Press the right soft key to access the available Options.
Short press will launch the WAP browser (In standby mode). Short press allows you to select and confirm menu options.
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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 right 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 select a number you wish to dial from the Address Book to make a second call. Press the right soft key then select Contacts.
Swapping Between Two Calls
To switch between two calls, press the right soft key, and then select Swap or press the 
[SEND] key.
will show that a second call is waiting. This feature, known as Call Waiting, is only available if your network supports it.
If Call Waiting is on, you can put the first call on hold and answer the second call, by pressing the 
[SEND] key.
Rejecting an Incoming Call
You can reject an incoming call without answering by simply pressing the 
[END] key.
During a call, you can reject an incoming call by pressing the 
[END] key.
Muting the Microphone
You can mute the microphone during a call by pressing the left soft key [Mute]. The handset can be unmuted by pressing the left soft key [Unmute]. When the handset is muted, the caller cannot hear you, but you can still hear the caller.
Answering an Incoming Call
To answer an incoming call when the handset is ringing, simply press the 
[SEND] 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
Conference Calls
The conference service provides you with the ability to have a simultaneous conversation with more than one caller. The conference call feature can be used only if your network
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service provider supports this feature. The conference call can only be set up when you have one call active and one call on hold, meaning both calls must have 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 number of callers in a conference call is 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 simply by entering the second number and pressing the 
[SEND] key. When the second call is connected, the first call is automatically placed on hold. You can swap between calls, by pressing the 
[SEND] key.
Setting Up a Conference Call
To set up a conference call, place one call on hold, conference in the second active call by pressing the right soft key and select the Join Calls sub menu option from the Conference
In-Call Menu
Call menu.
Activate the Conference Call on Hold
To activate a conference call on hold, press the 
[SEND] key.
Adding Calls to the Conference Call
To add a call to an existing conference call, press the right soft key, and then select the Join Calls sub menu from the Conference Call option.
Private Call in a Conference Call
To have a private call with one caller from a conference call, press the right soft key and select the Private Menu from the Conference Call option. When the numbers of the callers are displayed, select the one you wish to speak in private.
Ending a Conference Call
Currently active conference call can be disconnected by pressing the 
[END] key.
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Menu Tree
The following illustration shows the available menu structure and indicates the:
] Number assigned to each menu option.
] Page where you can find the feature description.
1.IM (see page 29)
2.Messaging (see page 33)
2.1New Message
2.1.1Text
2.1.2Multimedia
2.2Inbox
2.3Mobile Email
2.4Drafts
2.5Outbox
2.6Sent
2.7IM
2.8Voicemail
2.9Templates
2.9.1Text Templates
2.9.2Multimedia Templates
2.9.3Business Card
2.0Message Settings
2.0.1Text Message
2.0.2Multimedia Message
2.0.3Voicemail Number
2.0.4Download Message
3.Recent Calls (see page 40)
3.1Missed Calls
3.2Dialed Calls
3.3Received Calls
3.4All Calls
3.5Call Duration
3.5.1Last Call
3.5.2Dialed Calls
3.5.3Received Calls
3.5.4All Calls
3.6Data Information
3.6.1Web Data
3.6.2Data Call
3.6.3Total Data
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4.MEdia Net (see page 42)
4.1MEdia Net Home
4.2Bookmarks
4.3Saved Pages
4.4Enter URL
4.5Recent Pages
4.6Security
4.7Browser Settings
4.7.1Accounts
4.7.2Cache Settings
4.7.3Cookie Settings
4.7.4Show Image
5.AT&T Mall (see page 45)
5.1Shop Tones
5.2Shop Games
5.3Shop Graphics
5.4Shop Multimedia
5.5Shop Applications
5.6MEdia Net Home
6.Games & Apps (see page 46)
6.1Games & Apps
6.2Java Accounts
6.3Information
6.3.1Check Memory
6.3.2Java Version
Menu Tree
7.My Stuff (see page 48)
7.1Games & Apps
7.2Audio & Ringtones
7.3Graphics
7.4Video
7.5Tools
7.5.1Alarm Clock
7.5.2Calendar
7.5.3Notepad
7.5.4Calculator
7.5.5Tip Calculator
7.5.6World Clock
7.5.7Unit Converter
7.6Camera & Recordings
7.6.1Take Photo
7.6.2Record Voice
7.7Other Files
8.Address Book (see page 53)
8.1Contact List
8.2New Contact
8.3Caller Groups
8.4Speed Dial List
8.5Copy All Contacts
8.6Delete All Contacts
8.7Service Dial Numbers
8.8My Numbers
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Menu Tree
9.Settings (see page 55)
9.1Audio & Ringtones
9.1.1Shop Tones
9.1.2Ringtones
9.1.3Volume
9.1.4Message Alert Tones
9.1.5Alert Type
9.1.6Increasing Ringtone
9.1.7Power On/Off Tones
9.2Display
9.2.1Shop Graphics
9.2.2Wallpapers
9.2.3Backlight Timer
9.2.4Brightness
9.2.5Menu Styles
9.2.6Languages
9.3Bluetooth
9.3.1Bluetooth On/Off
9.3.2Device List
9.3.3Bluetooth Settings
9.4Date & Time
9.4.1Set Date
9.4.2Date Format
9.4.3Set Time
9.4.4Time Format
9.4.5Auto Update
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9.Settings (continued)
9.5Call
9.5.1Call Forwarding
9.5.2Send My Number
9.5.3Auto Redial
9.5.4Answer Mode
9.5.5Minute Minder
9.5.6Call Waiting
9.5.7TTY
9.5.8Send DTMF Tones
9.5.9Hearing Aid
9.6Security
9.6.1PIN Code Request
9.6.2Fixed Dial Number
9.6.3Change Codes
9.7Connection
9.7.1GPRS Attach
9.7.2Network Profile
9.7.3Reset Network Profile
9.8Flight Mode
9.9Check Memory
9.9.1Common
9.9.2Reserved
9.9.3SmartChip
9.0 Handset Information
9.* Reset Default
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