LG PD8380 User Manual
LG-PD8380
Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Screen Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Phone Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Phone Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Using the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Using the Desktop Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Phone Menu Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Battery Information and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Basic Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Turning the Phone On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Signal Strength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Power Save Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Making a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Receiving Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Adjusting the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Quick Adjust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Call Waiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Mute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Redialing Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Speed Dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Caller ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Additional Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
How to enter Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Menu Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
General Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
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Names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Call History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
PIMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Game . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Safety Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
TIA Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
FDA Consumer Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
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LG-PD8380
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the advanced and
compact PD8380 cellular phone, designed to operate with
the latest digital mobile communication technology, Code
Division Multiple Access (CDMA). Along with the many
advanced features of the CDMA system such as greatly
enhanced voice clarity this phone offers:
Large, easy-to-read, 8-line backlight LCD with status
icons.
Paging, messaging, voice mail, and caller ID.
20-key keypad.
Long battery stand-by and talk time.
Menu-driven interface with prompts for easy operation
and configuration.
Any key answer, auto retry, one-touch and speed
dialing with 99 memory locations.
Bilingual (English and Hebrew).
Important Information
This user’s manual provides important information on the
use and operation of your phone.Please read all the
information carefully prior to using the phone for the best
performance and to prevent any damage to or misuse of
the phone.Any unapproved changes or modifications void
your warranty.
Check Accessories
Your mobile phone comes with a one-slot desktop
charger and a rechargeable battery. Please verify that
these accessories are included.
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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 the skin a
minor burn may result.Contact your local dealer for a
replacement of antenna.
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Bodily Contact During Operation
This device was tested for typical use with the back of the
phone kept 1.5 cm from the body. To comply with
FCC RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation
distance of 1.5 cm must be maintained between
the user’s body and the back of the phone, including the
antenna whether extended or retracted.Third-party beltclips, holsters, and similar accessories containing metallic
components should not be used. Avoid the use of
accessories that cannot maintain 1.5 cm distance
between the user’s body and the back of the phone and
have not been tested for compliance with FCC RF
exposure limits.
Vehicle-Mounted External Antenna
(Optional, if available.)
A minimum distance of 8 in (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.
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1 Getting Started
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Icons Descriptions
Displays the strength of the signal received by the
phone and current signal strength is indicated by the
number of bars displayed on the screen.
No service
The phone is not receiving a system signal.
In use
A call is in progress.
No icon indicates the phone is in standby mode.
*
Indicates that a text message or voice mail has been
received
The Manner Mode selected.
The Power Mode selected.
The General Mode selected.
The Silent Mode selected.
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In Alarm mode (alarm clock is set).
Shows your current battery charge strength.
(Icon shown fully charged)
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The following shows key components of your mobile
phone.
Earpiece
GETTING STARTED
LCD screen
Camera
Headset Jack
Soft Key 1
Side Keys
Camera Key
CALL Key
Manner Mode
Key
Data/Charger
Port
Caller LCD
OK Key
Soft Key2
Navigation Key
Content Services Key
Clear Key
END/PWR Key
Alphanumeric
Keypad
Lock Mode Key
Microphone
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Caller LCD When there are incoming calls and
messages, the LCD flashes.
LCD Screen Displays messages & indicator icons.
Soft Keys
(the names of the
functions of these
keys appear at
the bottom of the
screen)
Soft Key 1
Perfoms variety of functions according to
the menu.
Soft Key 2
Perfoms variety of functions according to
the viewing function.
CALL Allows user to place or answer calls.
END/PWR Used to turn power on/off and to end a
call. Using this key, you can return to the
main menu display screen.
Alphanumeric
Keypad
These keys enable you to enter numbers
and characters and choose menu items.
Navigation key : Press to select GPS menu.
: Press to Shortcut menu.
: Press to select V olume/Ringer
menu.
: Press to check the message
Outbox, Inbox.
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Clear Key When writing a message, press to delete
a single space or character or press and
hold to delete entire words.
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Lock Mode Key
In standby mode, set the lock function
by pressing and holding the key
about 3 seconds.
Manner Mode Key
In standby mode, set the Manner mode
by pressing and holding the key
about 3 seconds.
Side Keys Used to adjust the volume during a call.
Functions same as key when
selecting menus.
In Standby mode:
When the folder is open; adjust the key
volume.
Camera Press to select Camera.
Content Services Key
OK
Press to select Content Services Menu.
Press to select the menu or connect to internet.
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Note: It is important to charge the battery fully before
the initial use of the phone.
The phone comes with a rechargeable battery. Keep the
battery charged while not in use in order to maximize talk
and standby time when using the phone.
Installing the Battery
To install the battery, insert the bottom of the battery into
the opening on the back of the phone.Then push the
battery down until the latch clicks.
Removing the Battery
Turn the power off.Lift the release latch to detach the
battery.
Battery Charge Level
The battery charge level is shown at the top right of the
LCD screen.
Fully Charged
Fully Discharged
When the battery charge level becomes low, the low
battery sensor alerts you in three ways: sounding an
audible tone, blinking the battery icon, and displaying
LOW BATTERY WARNING! If the battery charge level
becomes exceedingly low, the phone automatically
switches off and any function in progress is not saved.
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The desktop charger has a slot for recharging batteries that
accommodates the phone and battery for charging.
Warning! Use only the desktop charger
provided with the phone. Using any charger
other than the one included with the PD8380
may damage your phone or battery.
1. Plug the charger into a wall outlet.The phone must
be charged from a 120 VAC power source.
2. Insert the phone with an installed battery or the
battery by itself into the slot of the charger.The red
light indicates the battery is charging and the green
light indicates the battery is fully charged.
The charge time varies depending upon the battery
level and the maximum charge time for a fully
discharged battery is 3 hours.
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Press Left Soft Key Menu. Press to Scroll.
Names
1. Add New Entry
2. Search
3. Group Settings
4. Group Member
5. Speed Dials
6. Reject List
7. Capacity
8. Delete Names
Messages
1. Create Message
2. Inbox
3. Outbox
4.Voice
5. SMSINFO
6. Archive
7. Drafts
8.Template
9. Delete Messages
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1. Del All Inbox
2. Del All Outbox
1. Msg T ype
2. Msg Save
3.Vmail Alert
4. Msg T e xt Color
5.Background
Settings
6. Msg Sign
Call History
1. Dialed Calls
2. Received Calls
3. Missed Calls
4. In-Call Memo
5. Entire History
6. Call Timer
1. All Calls
2. Dialed Calls
3. SMS Sent Num
7. Delete History
1. Delete Outgoing
2. Delete Incoming
3. Delete Missed
4.Delete In-Call
Memo
5. Delete All
Camera
1.Take Photo
2. Motion Shot
3. Sticker Photo
4. Multi Shot
5. Photo Album
6.Video Album
7. Photo Mail
1. New Msg
2. Outbox
3. Draft
4. Settings
8. Camera Settings
1. Shutter T ones
2.Self Timer
Duration
3. Delete Album
4. Lock All Album
5. Lock Side Shutter
6. Memory Check
PIMS
1. Reminder
2. Alarm Clock
3. Scheduler
4.To Do
5. Anniversary
6. Memo
7. D-Day Counter
8. Calculator
9. Stop Watch
0.World Time
Sounds
1. T ones
2. Effect Sound
3. Alerts
4.Volume
System Sound Setting
5.
Settings
1. Display
1. Screens
2. Clock/Calendar
3. Exterior Screens
4.Exterior Clock
Type
5. Banner
6.Top Menu Style
7. Menu Color
8.
9. Dialing Font
0. Backlight Settings
. Exterior Brightness
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2. Call Settings
1. Call Divert
2. Call Waiting
3. Security
1. Lock Outgoing
2. Lock Phonebook
3. Lock Message
4. Lock CallHistory
5. Lock Phone
6. Emergency Number
7. Change LockCode
8. Hints on LockCode
4. Phone
1. Answer Mode
2. Entry Method
3.
Memory Management
4. Line Speed
5. Modem/Fax In
6. My Phone Number
7. Phone Info
Services
1. Internet portal
2. Game & Applications
3. Rings & Pics
4. E-MAIL
5.Voice Portal
6.What’s New
7. GPS
8. Offline Bookmark
9. Gallery
Game
1. Zoo zoo club
2. Space ball
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Standard
AAcccceessssoorriieess
There are a variety of accessories available for your
mobile phone.You can select these options according to
your personal communication requirements.Consult your
local dealer for availability.
Travel Charger
This charger allows you to
charge the battery while away
from home or your office.It
supports standard U.S.AC120
Volt 60 Hz outlets. It takes 5
hours to charge a completely
discharged battery.
Battery
The battery is available for
standard battery charge.
Desktop Charger
The desktop charger allows you
to place the phone in the stand
for charging.It can charge a
completely discharged battery in
3 hours.
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Cigarette Lighter Charger
You can operate the phone and trickle
charge the phone’s battery from your
vehicle by using the cigarette lighter
charger.
It takes 5 hours to charge a
completely discharged battery.
Hands-Free Car Kit (Portable)
The hands-free car kit enables you to
attach the phone to the power jack in
your car, providing you with handsfree operation.It can charge a
completely discharged battery in 5
hours.
Headset
The headset connects to your phone
allowing hands-free operation.It
includes earpiece, microphone, and
integrated call answer/termination
button.
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Please read and observe the following information for safe
and proper use of your phone and to prevent damage. Also,
keep the user’s guide in an accessible place at all the times
after reading it.
Explosion, Shock, and Fire Hazards
●
Make sure that no sharp-edged items such as animal’s
teeth, nails, come into contact with the battery.There is
a risk of this causing a fire.
●
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.
●
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 handle the phone with wet hands while it is
being charged. It may cause an electric shock or
seriously damage your phone.
●
Do not drop, strike, or shake your phone severely. Such
actions may harm the internal circuit boards of the phone.
●
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.
●
Do not use your phone in high explosive areas as the
phone may generate sparks.
●
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.
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Unplug the power cord prior to cleaning your phone,
and clean the power plug pin when it is dirty.
●
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.
●
When using the power plug, ensure that it is firmly
connected.If it is not, it may cause excessive heat or fire .
●
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 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.
●
If you put your phone in a pocket or bag without
covering the receptacle of the phone (power plug pin),
metallic articles (such as a coin, paperclip or pen) may
short-circuit the phone. Always cover the receptacle
when not in use.
●
Do not short-circuit the battery.Metallic articles such as a
coin, paperclip or pen in your pocket or bag may shortcircuit the + and – terminals of the battery (metal strips
on the battery) upon moving. Short-circuit of the terminal
may damage the battery and cause an explosion.
●
Never place your phone in a microwave oven as it will
cause the battery to explode.
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General Warnings and Cautions
●
Only use the batteries, antennas, and chargers
provided by LG.The warranty will not be applied to
products provided by other suppliers.
●
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.
●
Do not place items containing magnetic components
such as a credit card, phone card, bank book or
subway ticket near your phone.The magnetism of the
phone may damage the data stored in the magnetic
strip.
●
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 call quality due to heat generated during use.
●
When the phone is not used for a long period time,
store it in a safe place with the power cord unplugged.
●
Using the phone in proximity to receiving equipment
(i.e., TV or radio) may cause interference to the phone.
●
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 use the phone if the antenna is damaged. If a
damaged antenna contacts skin, it may cause a slight
burn. Please contact an LG Authorized Service Center
to replace the damaged antenna.
●
Do not use the phone in areas where its use is
prohibited. (For example:aircraft).
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Do not immerse your phone in water. If this happens,
turn it off immediately and remove the battery. If the
phone does not work, take it to an LG Authorized
Service Center.
●
The power cord on this product will expose you to lead,
a chemical known to the State of California to cause
(cancer, and) birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
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Please dispose of your battery properly or take it to
your local wireless carrier for recycling.
●
Do not dispose of your battery in fire or with
hazardous or flammable materials.
●
Never store your phone in temper atures less than -4°
F or greater than 122° F .
●
Never use an unapproved battery since this could
damage the phone and/or battery and could cause
the battery to explode.
●
The battery does not need to be fully discharged
before recharging.
●
Use only LG-approved chargers specific to your
phone model since they are designed to maximize
battery life.
●
Do not disassemble or short-circuit the battery.
●
Keep the battery’s metal contacts clean.
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Replace the battery when it no longer provides
acceptable performance.The battery can be
recharged several hundred times before replacement.
●
Recharge the battery after long periods of non-use
to maximize battery life.
●
Battery life will vary due to usage patterns and
environmental conditions.
●
Use of extended backlighting, MiniBrowser, and data
connectivity kits affect battery life and talk/standby
times.
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2 Basic Functions
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1) Install a charged battery pack or connect the phone to an
external power source such as the cigarette lighter
adaptor or car kit.
2) Hold down the Key for 2 seconds until the LCD
screen flashes.
NOTE As any other communication device, avoid
any unnecessary contact with the antenna
while your phone is turned on.
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1) Press and hold until display screen turns off,
then release the key.
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The quality of a call depends on the strength of the
signal supplied by the operator.The phone shows its
signal strength through bars, located at the left top of
the screen. If there are more bars (a maximum of six),
the phone holds more signal strength. If the signal
strength is not satisfactory, try to change the position of
the phone.If you are in a building, try to be near to a
window, where the reception of the signal may be
better.
In some places such as : tunnels, elevators,
basements and garages, there may be limitation of the
signal supplied by the operator.
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When the phone is in an area without service for about
5 minutes, it stops searching for service and enters into
the Power Save Mode.When your phone activates this
feature, Power Save is displayed on your screen. The
phone automatically checks for service periodically or
you can check manually by pressing any key.
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Every time you make a call, follow these steps:
1) Make sure that the phone is turned on. If not, hold
down for 2 seconds.
2) Type the phone number and then press .
If the phone is locked, type the lock code. The lock
code is '0000' by default.
3)
To end the call press .
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If you typed a wrong number, press the Key once
to delete the lastly typed digit, or Hold down the Key
for 2 seconds to delete all the typed digits at the
same time.
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1) When the phone rings or vibrates (if the Vibrate Mode
is enabled), open the folder or if the folder is open,
press any key (except ) or Key to answer.
If you press once when you receive a call, the
phone stops ringing or vibrating and the call remains
unanswered.
To end an answered call press .
2)
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The volume keys on the left side (Side Keys) of the
phone can be used to adjust the earpiece, ring, and key
volumes. The upper key is used to increase and the
lower key is used to decrease the volume.
You may adjust the earpiece volume during a call.
The key volume is adjusted through side key only.
The ring volume can be adjusted through the Menu
feature.
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1) Press Soft Key 1 Menu.
2) Press Sounds.
3) Press Volume and press Ring Tone.
4) Adjust the volume of the ringer with .
5) Then press to save the ring volume.
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Use Manner Mode in a public place.
1) In standby mode, activate Manner mode quickly by
pressing the . (for 3 seconds) instead of using
the Menu function.
When Manner Mode is set, Key tone does not sound
and Vibrate is the selected ringer type.
NOTE : To cancel Manner mode, press again
until General mode set is displayed.
NOTE : Selecting
Manner
maintain your phone under
when you turn it off and turn it back on.
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Used to prevent other persons from using your phone
without your permission.
There are two ways to enable the Lock Function - with
one key and by using the Menu.
Mode will allow you to
Manner
Mode even
1) In standby mode, to activate the lock mode quickly,
press the (for 3 seconds).
NOTE : To cancel the Lock Mode, Press Soft Key 2
Esc, then enter your password (4 digits).
Default value is ‘0000’.
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Your cellular service provider may offer a call waiting
function. While a call is in progress, you may hear two
beeps indicating another incoming call. When call
waiting is enabled, you may put the active call on hold
while you answer the other incoming call. Check with
your service provider for information about this
function.
1)
Press to receive a waiting call.
2)
Press again to switch between calls.
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The mute function prevents the other party from hearing
your voice, but allows you to hear the other party.
1) Press Soft Key 1 Menu and during a call.
2)
T o cancel Mute, press Soft K ey 1 Men uand again.
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BASIC FUNCTIONS
1)
Press to redial the last dialled number(s) in Call
History.
Y ou can also dial any of the last 60 Missed/Received/
Dialed numbers stored in the Call History list
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Speed dialing is a convenient feature, which allows you
to make phone calls quickly and easily. Your phone
recalls the phone number from your personal directory,
displays it briefly and then dials it.
To use Speed Dial register a phone number first.
1) Enter memory location number 1 to 99 .
Press .
2)
3) To end the call, Press .
One-T ouch Speed Dialing:This feature enables y ou to
store your nine most frequently used numbers in your
phone book in memory locations (1 through 9)
• For locations 1 through 9, you can use one-touch
dialing by pressing and holding the corresponding key
to the memory location to be dialed.
or
• Press a digit, then press .
Tw o-Touch Speed Dialing:This feature enables you to
dial numbers in your phone book through two keys (for
locations 10 to 99.)
1) Press the first digit.
2) Press and hold the key of the second digit.
or
1) Press the first and second digit, then press .
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