LG VX8100 User Manual
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Important Safety Precautions
Warning
Read these simple guidelines. Breaking the rules may be dangerous or illegal. Further detailed information is given in this
user guide.
Violation of the instructions may cause serious injury or death.
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 such as animal’s teeth, nails, come into contact with the
battery. There is a risk of this causing a fire.
Store the battery 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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Important Safety Precautions
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 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 electric shock or fire.
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Do not place any heavy items on the power cord. Do not allow the power cord to be crimped as it may
cause electric shock or fire.
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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Contents
Important Safety Precautions . . . . .1
Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Phone Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Menus Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Getting Started with Your Phone . .13
The Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Installing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Removing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . .13
Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Battery Charge Level . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Turning the Phone On and Off . . . . .14
Signal Strength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Making Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Redialing Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Receiving Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Screen Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Quick Access to Convenient
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Vibrate Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Lock Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Mute Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Volume Quick Adjustment . . . . . . . . .16
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Call Waiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Caller ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Voice Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Speed Dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Entering and Editing Information . .18
Text Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Text Input Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Contacts in Your Phone’s Memory .21
Contacts Entries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
The Basics of Storing Contacts
Entries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Options to Customize Your
Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Editing Contacts Entries . . . . . . . . . . .24
Deleting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Phone Numbers With Pauses . . . . .27
Searching Your Phone’s Memory . .28
Making a Call From Your Phone’s
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Using Phone Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Menu Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
GET IT NOW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Access and Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
1. Get Tunes & Tones . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
1.1 Get V CAST Music . . . . . . . . . . . .32
1.2 Get New Ringtones . . . . . . . . . .32
1.3 My Ringtones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
1.4 My Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
1.5 My Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
1.6 Sync Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
1.7 Manage Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
2. Get PIX & FLIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
2.1 Get V CAST Video . . . . . . . . . . .35
2.2 Get New PIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
2.3 My PIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
2.4 My FLIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
2.5 PIX Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
2.6 Take PIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
2.7 Take FLIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
3. Get Fun & Games . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
4. Get News & Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
5. Get Going . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
6. Get Extras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
MESSAGING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Access and Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
1. New TXT MSG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
2. New PIX MSG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
3. Inbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Message Icon Reference . . . . . . . . .48
4. Sent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Message Icon Reference . . . . . . . . .49
5. Drafts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Message Icon Reference . . . . . . . . .49
6. Voicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
7. Email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
8. Mobile IM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
9. Chat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
MSG Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Message Settings Sub-Menu
Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
1. Auto Save . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
2. Auto Erase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
3. TXT-Auto View . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
4. PIX-Auto Receive . . . . . . . . . . . .51
5. TXT-Callback # . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
6. Edit Voice Mail # . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
7. Entry Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
8. Quick Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
9. TXT-Auto Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
0. TXT-Signature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
MSG Erase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
CONTACTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Access and Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
1. New Contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
2. Contact List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
3. Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
4. Speed Dials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
RECENT CALLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Access and Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
1. Missed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
2. Received . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
3. Dialed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
4. All . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
5. View Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
SETTINGS & TOOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Access and Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
1. Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
1.1 Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
1.2 Alarm Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
1.3 Shortcut Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
1.4 World Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
1.5 Notepad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
1.6 Calculator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
1.7 Ez Tip Calc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
1.8 Voice Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
1.8.1 Start Command . . . . . . . . . .61
1.8.2 Command Mode . . . . . . . .62
1.8.3 Announce Alert . . . . . . . . . .62
1.8.4 Train Words . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
1.8.5 Best Match . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
2. Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
2.1 Master Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
2.2 Call Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
2.2.1 Call Ringtone . . . . . . . . . . . .63
2.2.2 Call Vibrate . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
2.3 Alert Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
2.4 Keypad Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
2.5 Earpiece Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
2.6 Service Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
2.7 Power On/Off Sound . . . . . . . . . .65
3. Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
3.1 Banner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
3.1.1 Personal Banner . . . . . . . . .66
3.1.2 ERI Banner . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
3.2 Backlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
3.3 Wallpaper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
3.4 Display Themes . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
3.5 Fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
3.6 Power On/Off Anim. . . . . . . . . . .67
3.7 Status Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
4. System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
4.1 Standalone Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
4.2 Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
4.2.1 System Select . . . . . . . . . .68
4.2.2 Set NAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
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4.2.3 Auto NAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
4.2.4 Serving System . . . . . . . . .69
4.3 Device Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
4.3.1 My Number . . . . . . . . . . . .69
4.3.2 SW Version . . . . . . . . . . . .69
4.3.3 Icon Glossary . . . . . . . . . . .69
4.4 Manage Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
4.4.1 Save Options . . . . . . . . . . . .70
4.4.2 Phone Memory . . . . . . . . .70
4.4.3 C71ard Memory . . . . . . . . .70
Using the miniSD Card . . . . . . . . .71
4.5 Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
4.6 Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
4.6.1 Lock Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
4.6.2 Emergency #s . . . . . . . . . .73
4.6.3 Change Code . . . . . . . . . . . .73
4.6.4 Erase Contacts . . . . . . . . .73
4.6.5 Reset Default . . . . . . . . . . .74
4.7 Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
5. Call Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
5.1 Answer Options . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
5.2 Auto Retry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
5.3 TTY Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
5.4 One-Touch Dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
5.5 Voice Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
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5.6 Auto Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
6. Clock Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
7. Ringer ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
8. Picture ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
9. PC Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
0. Bluetooth
0.1 Paired Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
0.2 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
0.3 My Visibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
0.4 My Bluetooth Name . . . . . . . . . .79
0.5 My Bluetooth Info . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Transfering Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
TM
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Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
TIA Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . .80
Exposure to Radio Frequency Signal 80
Antenna Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
Phone Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
Tips on Efficient Operation . . . . . . . .80
Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Electronic Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Pacemakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Hearing Aids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Other Medical Devices . . . . . . . . . . .81
Health Care Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Posted Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Aircraft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Blasting Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Potentially Explosive Atmosphere . . .82
For Vehicles Equipped with an Air
Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Charger and Adapter Safety . . . . . . .83
Battery Information and Care . . . . . .83
Explosion, Shock, and Fire Hazards .83
General Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
FDA Consumer Update . . . . . . . . . .85
10 Driver Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
Consumer Information on SAR . . .93
FCC Hearing-Aid Compatibility
(HAC) Regulations for Wireless
Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . .98
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100
Welcome
Thank you for choosing the advanced and compact VX8100
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, Voicemail, and caller ID.
27-key keypad.
Long battery standby and talk time.
Menu-driven interface with prompts for easy operation
and configuration.
Any key answer, auto answer, auto retry, one-touch and
speed dialing with 99 memory locations.
Bilingual (English and Spanish) capabilities.
Important Information
This user’s guide 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 will void your warranty.
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 causes undesired operation.
Technical Details
The VX8100 is an all digital phone that operates on both
Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) frequencies:
Cellular services at 800 MHz and Personal Communication
Services (PCS) at 1.9 GHz.
CDMA technology uses a feature called DSSS (Direct
Sequence Spread Spectrum) that enables the phone to
keep communication from being crossed and to use one
frequency channel by multiple users in the same specific
area. This results in a 10-fold capacity increase when
compared with analog mode. In addition, features such as
soft / softer handoff, hard handoff, and dynamic RF power
control technologies combine to reduce call interruptions.
The Cellular and PCS CDMA networks consist of MSO
(Mobile Switching Office), BSC (Base Station Controller),
BTS (Base Station Transmission System), and MS (Mobile
Station). The following table lists some major CDMA
standards.
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Welcome
TSB -74: Protocol between an IS-95A system and ANSI J-STD-008
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1xRTT system receives twice as many subscribers in the wireless section as IS-95. Its battery life is twice as long as IS-95.
High-speed data transmission is also possible.
EV-DO system is optimized for data service and is much faster than 1xRTT system in applicable area.
CDMA Standard
Basic Air Interface
Network
Service
1x EV-DO
Related interface
Designator Description
TIA/EIA-95A
TSB-74
ANSI J-STD-008
TIA/EIA-IS2000
TIA/EIA/IS-634
TIA/EIA/IS/651
TIA/EIA/IS-41-C
TIA/EIA/IS-124
TIA/EIA/IS-96-B
TIA/EIA/IS-637
TIA/EIA/IS-657
IS-801
TIA/EIA/IS-707-A
TIA/EIA/IS-856
TIA/EIA/IS-878
TIA/EIA/IS-866
TIA/EIA/IS-890
CDMA Dual-Mode Air Interface
14.4kbps radio link protocol and inter-band operations
IS-95 adapted for PCS frequency band CDMA2000 1xRTT Air Interface
MAS-BS
PCSC-RS
Intersystem operations
Non-signaling data comm.
Speech CODEC
Short Message Service
Packet Data
Position Determination Service (gpsOne)
High Speed Packet Data
CDMA2000 High Rate Packet Data Air Interface
1xEV-DO Inter-Operability Specification for CDMA2000 Access Network
Interfaces
Recommended Minimum Performance Standards for CDMA2000 High Rate
Packet Data Access Terminal
Test Application Specification(TAS) for High Rate Packet Data Air Interface
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FCC RF Exposure Information
WARNING! Read this information before operating the
phone.
In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commission
(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.
Bodily Contact During Operation
This device was tested for typical use with the back of the
phone kept 0.6 inches (1.5 cm) from the body. To comply
with FCC RF exposure requirements, a minimum
separation distance of 0.6 inches (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 belt-clips, holsters, and similar
accessories containing metallic components should not
be used. Avoid the use of accessories that cannot maintain
0.6 inches (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 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.
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 antenna.
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Phone Overview
1. Earpiece
2. Flip Open the case to answer an incoming call and close to end the call.
3. LCD Screen Displays messages and indicator icons.
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4. Left Soft Key Use to display the function Message menu.
5. Headset Jack
6. Clear Key
7. SEND Key Use to place or answer calls.
8. Side Keys Use to adjust the ringer volume in standby mode and the
9. Voice Dial Key Use for quick access to Voice Dial.
10. Vibrate Mode Key Use to set the mode (from standby mode press and
11. Navigation Keys Use for quick access to Get PIX & FLIX, Schedule,
12. Right Soft Key Use to select an action within a menu.
13. Side Camera Key
14. END/PWR Key Use to turn the power on/off and to end a call. Also use to
15. Camera Key Use for quick access to Camera function.
16. Alphanumeric Keypad Use to enter numbers and characters and select
17. MiniSD Memory Card Slot
18. Lock Mode Key Use to set the lock function (from standby mode press
19. Microphone
20. Camera Lens 21. Flash 22. Outside Display
23. Multifunctional keys
Press to delete a single space or character. Press and hold to
delete entire words. Press this key once in a menu to go back one level. Use
to turn the Speaker On/Off by pressing and holding for about 3 seconds.
earpiece volume during a call.
hold for about 3 seconds).
Mobile Web, GET IT NOW.
Use for quick access to Camera function (Press and hold
for about 3 seconds to use camera function on the outside/inside display).
return to the main menu display screen.
menu items.
Accommodates optional miniSD memory cards.
and hold for about 3 seconds).
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Menus Overview
GGETETIITTNNOW
1. Get Tunes & Tones
1. Get V CAST Music
2. Get New Ringtones
3. My Ringtones
4. My Music
5. My Sounds
6. Sync Music
7. Manage Music
2. Get PIX & FLIX
1. Get V CAST Video
2. Get New PlX
3. My PIX
4. My FLIX
5. PIX Place
6. Take PIX
7. Take FLIX
3. Get Fun & Games
4. Get News & Info
5. Get Going
6. Get Extras
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ESSAGING
MMESSAGING
1. New TXT MSG
2. New PIX MSG
3. Inbox
4. Sent
5. Drafts
6. Voicemail
7. Email
8. Mobile IM
9. Chat
ONT
ACTS
CCONT
ACTS
1. New Contact
2. Contact List
3. Groups
4. Speed Dials
ECENT CALLS
RRECENT CALLS
1. Missed
2. Received
3. Dialed
4. All
5. View Timer
ETTINGS & TOOLS
SSETTINGS & TOOLS
1. Tools
1. Calendar
2. Alarm Clock
2.1. Alarm 1
2.2. Alarm 2
2.3. Alarm 3
3. Shortcut Key
4. World Clock
5. Notepad
6. Calculator
7. Ez Tip Calc
8. Voice Command
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Menus Overview
2. Sounds
1. Master Volume
2. Call Sounds
2.1. Call Ringtone
2.2. Call Vibrate
3. Alert Sounds
3.1. PIX
3.2. TXT
3.3. Voice
3.4. Email
3.5. Page
4. Keypad Volume
5. Earpiece Volume
6. Service Alerts
6.1. ERI Sounds
6.2. Minute Beep
6.3. Call Connect
6.4. Back To Top
7. Power On/Off Sound
3. Display
1. Banner
1.1. Personal Banner
1.2. ERI Banner
2. Backlight
2.1. Main Screen
2.2. Front Screen
2.3. Keypad
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3. Wallpaper
3.1. Main Screen
3.2. Front Screen
4. Display Themes
5. Fonts
6. Power On/Off Anim.
7. Status Light
4. System
1. Standalone Mode
2. Network
2.1. System Select
2.2. Set NAM
2.3. Auto NAM
2.4. Serving System
3. Device Info
3.1. My Number
3.2. SW Version
3.3. Icon Glossary
4. Manage Memory
4.1. Save Options
4.2. Phone Memory
4.3. Card Memory
5. Location
6. Security
6.1. Lock Phone
6.2. Emergency #s
6.3. Change Code
6.4. Erase Contacts
6.5. Reset Default
7. Language
5. Call Settings
1. Answer Options
2. Auto Retry
3. TTY Mode
4. One-Touch Dial
5. Voice Privacy
6. Auto Volume
6. Clock Format
1. Main Clock
2. Front Clock
7. Ringer ID
8. Picture ID
9. PC Connection
0. Bluetooth
1. Paired Devices
2. Power
3. My Visibility
4. My Bluetooth Name
5. My Bluetooth Info
Getting Started with Your Phone
The Battery
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The phone comes with a rechargeable battery. Keep the
battery charged while not in use in order to maximize talk
and standby time. The battery charge level is shown at the
top of the LCD screen.
Installing the Battery
To install the battery, insert the bottom of the battery into
the opening on the back of the phone. Push the battery
down until the latch clicks.
Removing the Battery
Turn the power off. Pull the battery cover downward and
remove it. Then remove the battery by pressing the upper
area of it.
It is important to fully charge the battery before initial
use of the phone.
Charging the Battery
To use the charger provided with your phone:
Warning! Use only the charger provided with the phone.
Using any charger other than the one included with the
VX8100 may damage your phone or battery.
1. Plug the end of the AC adapter into the phone’s charger
port and the other end into an electrical outlet.
2. The charge time varies depending upon the battery
level. The maximum charge time for a fully discharged
standard battery is 3.5 hours.
Battery Charge Level
The battery charge level is shown at the top right of the
LCD screen. 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.
Fully DischargedFully Charged
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Getting Started with Your Phone
Turning the Phone On and Off
Turning the Phone On
1. Install a charged battery or connect the phone to an
external power source such as a cigarette lighter
charger or hands-free car kit.
2. Press for a few seconds until the LCD screen
lights up.
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Turning the Phone Off
1. Press and hold until the display turns off.
Like any other radio device, avoid any unnecessary
contact with the antenna while your phone is on.
Signal Strength
Call quality depends on the signal strength in your area.
The signal strength is indicated on the screen as the
number of bars next to the signal strength icon: The more
bars, the better the signal strength. If the signal quality is
poor, move to an open area. If you are in a building, the
reception may be better near a window.
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Making Calls
1. Make sure the phone is turned on. If not, press
for about 3 seconds.
2. Enter the phone number (include the area code if
needed).
3. Press .
lf the phone is locked, enter the lock code.
Call Failed - indicates the call did not go through.
4. Press to end the call.
Correcting Dialing Mistakes
If you make a mistake while dialing a number, press
once to erase the last digit entered, or hold down for
at least 2 seconds to delete all digits.
Redialing Calls
1. Press twice to redial the last number you dialed.
The last 90 numbers are stored in the call history list and
you can also select one of these to redial.
Receiving Calls
1. When the phone rings or vibrates, press
to answer.
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If you press Left Soft Key
[Quiet] while the phone is ringing,
the ringing or vibration is muted for
that call.
If you press Right Soft Key
[Ignore] while the phone is ringing,
the call will end.
2. Press to end the call.
Screen Icons
When the phone is powered on, the top line
of the LCD screen displays icons indicating
the status of the phone.
Signal Strength indicator. The strength of the signal received by
the phone is indicated by the number of bars displayed.
In use indicator. A call is in progress.
* No icon indicates the phone is in standby mode.
No Service indicator. The phone is not receiving a system signal.
Digital indicator. Digital service is available.
Roaming indicator. The phone is outside of the home service area.
Battery indicator. Indicates battery charge level.
New TXT/PIX message indicator or Browser message.
New Voicemail indicator.
1X Service indicator.
Voice Privacy.
E911 Only Mode.
SSL.
Data Session.
Bluetooth On.
Bluetooth Audio
Device Connected.
Speaker Phone.
Standalone Mode
Location On Mode.
TTY.
EVDO.
Announce Alert.
Bluetooth
Shown To All.
Vibrate Mode. Alarm Only. Sounds Off.
Missed Calls.
Schedule.
Alarm On.
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Quick Access to Convenient Features
Vibrate Mode
Use Vibrate Mode in public places. When Vibrate Mode is
set, is displayed on the screen, the key tones are
silent, and the phone is set to vibrate.
Vibrate Mode Quick Activation
1. From standby mode press for 3 seconds.
Vibrate Mode Quick Cancellation
1. Press and hold to switch to Normal Mode.
Lock Mode
Use Lock Mode to prevent others from using your phone.
When Lock Mode is set, your 4-digit password is required
to use the phone.
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Lock Mode Quick Activation
1. From standby mode, press for 3 seconds.
Lock Mode Quick Cancellation
1. Press Right Soft Key [Unlock] then enter your 4-digit
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The lock code/password is the last 4 digits of your
phone number.
password.
Mute Function
The Mute Function prevents the other party from hearing
your voice, but allows you to hear the other party.
Mute Quick Activation
1. Press Left Soft Key [Mute] during a call.
Mute Quick Cancellation
1. Press Left Soft Key [Unmute] again.
Volume Quick Adjustment
Use the side keys to adjust the earpiece and master
volumes. The upper key increases the volume and the
lower key decreases the volume.
The earpiece volume can only be adjusted during a call.
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Key beep volume is adjusted through the Menu.
When the flip is open, you can press (Lower Side
Key) for 3 seconds to set Sounds Off mode.
Press (Upper Side Key) to switch to Normal Mode.
Call Waiting
Your cellular service may offer Call Waiting. While a call is in
progress, two beeps indicate 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
cellular service provider for information about this function.
1. Press to receive a waiting call.
2. Press again to switch between calls.
Caller ID
Caller ID displays the number of the person calling when
your phone rings. If the caller’s identity is stored in
Contacts, the name appears on the screen. Check with
your service provider to ensure they offer this feature.
Voice Command
Voice Command is a convenient feature that allows you to
activate certain features quickly and easily by verbal
command. Using this Voice Commands, you can make
phone calls and confirm Voicemail.
1. Press the Voice Command Key ( ).
2. When prompted, say "Call Someone".
When the Headset or Bluetooth Audio Device is
connected, Voice Command options are also available on
the outside display.
1. Press the Voice Command Key ( ).
2. Press the Left Key ( ) to pause/resume the
command prompts.
3. Press the Center Key ( ) to select the highlighted
option.
4. Press the Right Key ( ) to exit and return to idle
screen.
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You may also start Voice commands with the designated
button on your Bluetooth device. Please check the
manual of the Bluetooth device for further instructions.
Speed Dialing
Speed Dialing is a convenient feature that allows you to make
phone calls quickly and easily with a few keystrokes. Your
phone recalls the number from your Contacts, displays it
briefly, and then dials it. Speed Dial number 1 is for Voicemail.
Dialing Single Digit Speed Dials (from 1 to 9)
Press and hold the Speed Dial number.
OR Enter the speed dial number and press .
Dialing Double Digit Speed Dials (from 10 to 99)
Press the first digit and then press and hold the key of the
last digit.
OR Enter the first and second digits and press .
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Entering and Editing Information
Text Input
You can input and edit your Banner, Schedule, Contacts,
and Messages.
Key Functions
Left Soft Key: Press to scroll access the
following text input modes:
T9Word / Abc / ABC / 123 / Symbols
Shift: Press to change case.
T9 text: T9Word -> T9WORD -> T9word
Abc text: Abc -> ABC -> abc
Next: In T9 mode, press to display other
matching words.
Space: Press to complete a word and insert a
space.
Clear: Press to delete a single space or
character. Hold to delete words.
Punctuation: In T9 mode, press to insert
punctuation in a word and complete a sentence.
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Text Input Modes
There are five modes for entering text, numbers, special
characters, and punctuation. In a text entry field, pressing
Left Soft Key displays a pop-up list of text modes.
T9Word (T9) Mode
Use to type text using one keystroke per letter. The phone
translates keystrokes into common words by using the
letters on each key and a compressed database.
Abc (Multi-tap) Mode
Use to add words to the T9 database.
123 (Numbers) Mode
Use to type numbers using one keystroke per number.
Symbols Mode
Use to insert special characters or punctuation. There
are 38 special characters including “SP” which inserts a
space and “LF” which forces the text to the next line.
Changing Letter Case
Using T9 and Abc text input modes you can set the
capitalization. Press to reach the following:
Initial Cap (T9Word / Abc)
Only the first letter is capitalized and subsequent letters
are lower case.
Caps Lock (T9WORD / ABC)
All letters are capitalized.
Using Abc (Multi-tap) Text Input
1. Press Left Soft Key to change to Abc mode.
2. Press to change to ABC Caps Lock.
3. Press . LG is displayed.
Using 123 (Numbers) Text Input
1. Press Left Soft Key to change to 123 mode.
2. Press .
5551212 is displayed.
Lower Case (T9word / abc)
All letters are in lower case.
Text Input Examples
Display the text modes and select a text mode:
1. In a text entry field, press Right Soft Key to display
text modes.
2. Press to highlight the text input mode you want to
use.
3. Press to select the highlighted text input mode.
Using Symbol Text Input
1. Press Left Soft Key to change to Symbols mode.
2. Press Right Soft Key [Next] to view the next 12
symbols or Left Soft Key [Prev] to view the
previous 12 symbols.
3. Use to highlight the special character you want
to insert and press to select it.
4. Press Left Soft Key to change to another text
mode.
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Using T9 Mode Text Input
To type the message “Call the office.” follow these steps:
1. Press Left Soft Key to change to T9Word mode.
2. Press .
3. Press to complete the word and add a space.
4. Press
.
Call the office. is displayed.
Using the NEXT Key
After you have finished entering a word, if the word
displayed is not the one you want, press to display
additional choices of words from the database.
1. Press .
Good is displayed.
2. Press .
The display gives you additional choices such as:
Home, Gone, Hood, etc.
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Adding Words to the T9 Database
If a word is not in the T9 database, add it using Abc (Multitap) mode text entry.
1. Press Left Soft Key to change to Abc (multi-tap)
mode.
2. Press .
Bop is displayed.
3. Press Left Soft Key to change to T9 Word mode to
add the word Bop to the T9 database.
4. Press to erase the existing word.
5. Press .
cop is displayed.
6. Press .
Bop is displayed.
Contacts in Your Phone’s Memory
Contacts Entries
This allows you to have easy access to your most frequently
dialed phone numbers. You may store up to 500 entries with up to
5 phone numbers each. Each entry may be up to 22 characters.
Each phone number may be up to 48 digits.
The Basics of Storing Contacts Entries
1. From standby mode, enter the phone
number you want to save (up to 48
digits).
2. Press Left Soft Key [Save].
3. Use to select Save New Contact
or Update Existing Contact and press
.
4. Use to select the type of phone
number and press .
Mobile 1 / Home / Work / Mobile 2 / Fax
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Use Update Existing Contact to
add another phone number to a
contact already stored in memory.
5. Enter a name for the phone number (up
to 22 characters) and press .
A confirmation message is displayed
briefly.
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6. The phone number reappears on
screen. Press to exit, to
call the number, or Right Soft Key
[Options].
To skip name entry, press
to go to the next step.
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Contacts in Your Phone’s Memory
Options to Customize Your Contacts
Once the basic phone number and name information is stored
in your Contacts, you can edit and/or customize the entries.
1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts] then use to
highlight the Contact entry you want to edit.
2. Press Left Soft Key [Edit] to access the Edit Contact
screen.
3. Use to highlight the information field you want to
customize.
4. Change the data as necessary, then press to save.
Adding or Changing the Group
Allows you to manage your Contacts entries by organizing
them into groups.
1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts] then use to
highlight an entry.
2. Press Left Soft Key [Edit].
3. Use to highlight Group then press Left Soft Key
[Set].
4. Use to select the Group and press .
No Group / Family / Friends / Colleagues / Business /
School
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5. Press to save.
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Changing the Call Ringtone
Allows you to identify who is calling by setting different
ringtones for different phone numbers in your Contacts. It
is automatically set to the default ringtone when the
Contact is saved.
1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts] then use to
2. Press Left Soft Key [Edit].
3. Use to highlight Default under Ringtone and
4. Use to select My Ringtones and press .
5. Use to select the new ringtone and press .
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6. Press to save.
You can change the name of the group, add groups,
and delete groups (see page 54).
highlight an entry.
press Left Soft Key [Set].
Press Left Soft Key [Play] to listen to a highlighted
ringtone before you press .
Changing the Message Ringtone
Allows you to identify who is sending you a message, by
setting different ringtones for different phone numbers in
your Contacts. It is automatically set to the default ringtone
when the Contact is saved.
1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts] then use to
highlight an entry.
2. Press Left Soft Key [Edit].
3. Use to highlight Default under MSG Ringtone
and press Left Soft Key [Set].
4. Use to select the new ringtone and press .
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Press Left Soft Key [Play] to listen to a highlighted
ringtone before you press .
5. Press to save.
Adding or Changing the Picture ID
Allows the phone to display a picture to identify the caller.
1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts] then use to
highlight an entry.
2. Press Left Soft Key [Edit].
3. Use to highlight Picture and press Left Soft Key
[Set].
4. Use to select a graphic and press .
5. Press to save.
Adding or Changing the Email
Allows you to enter an Email address associated with the
Contact entry.
1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts] then use to
highlight an entry.
2. Press Left Soft Key [Edit].
3. Use to highlight Email 1 or Email 2.
4. Enter an Email address and press to save.
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Contacts in Your Phone’s Memory
Adding Speed Dial
1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts] then use to
highlight an entry.
2. Press Left Soft Key [Edit].
3. Use to highlight the phone number you want to
set with a Speed Dial and press Right Soft Key
[Options].
4. Use to select Set Speed Dial and press .
5. Enter a Speed Dial digit.
Use the keypad and press , or use to
highlight the Speed Dial digit and press .
6. Press Yes .
7. Press to save.
Editing Contacts Entries
Adding Another Phone Number
From the Main Menu Screen
1. From standby mode, enter the phone number you want
to save (up to 48 digits).
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2. Press Left Soft Key [Save].
3. Use to highlight Update Existing Contact and
press .
4. Use to highlight the existing Contact entry and
press .
5. Use to highlight the type of phone number and
press .
Mobile 1 / Home / Work / Mobile2 / Fax
6. Press to save.
A confirmation message is displayed.
7. Press to exit or to place a call to the phone
number.
From the Contact List Screen
1. From standby mode, press Right Soft Key [Contacts].
Your Contacts display alphabetically.
2. Use to highlight the Contact entry you want to
edit, then press Left Soft Key [Edit].
3. Use to highlight the phone number field you want
to add, then enter the number and press to save.
A confirmation message is displayed.
Default Numbers
The phone number saved when a Contact is created is the
Default Number. If more than one number is saved in a
Contact entry, another number can be saved as the Default
Number.
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The Default Number cannot be deleted by itself. The entire
Contact entry can be deleted or another number can be set
as the Default Number allowing you to delete the original
saved number and keep the Contact entry.
Changing the Default Number
1. From standby mode, press Right Soft Key [Contacts].
Your Contacts display alphabetically.
2. Use to highlight the Contact entry you want to
edit, then press Left Soft Key [Edit].
3. Use to highlight the phone number you want to
set as the Default Number and press Right Soft Key
[Options].
4. Use to highlight Set As Default and press .
5. Press to set the new number as the default.
A confirmation message is displayed.
6. Press again to save.
Editing Stored Phone Numbers
1. From standby mode, press Right Soft Key [Contacts].
Your Contacts display alphabetically.
2. Use to highlight the Contact entry you want to
edit, then press Left Soft Key [Edit].
3. Use to highlight the phone number.
4. Edit the phone number as necessary and press .
Editing Stored Names
1. From standby mode, press Right Soft Key [Contacts].
Your Contacts display alphabetically.
2. Use to highlight the Contact entry you want to
edit, then press Left Soft Key [Edit].
3. Edit the name as necessary and press .
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Contacts in Your Phone’s Memory
Deleting
Deleting a Phone Number from a Contact
1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts].
2. Use to highlight the Contact entry, then press
Left Soft Key [Edit].
3. Use to highlight the phone number to be deleted.
4. Press and hold to delete the number.
5. Press .
A confirmation message is displayed.
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Deleting a Contact Entry
1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts].
2. Use to highlight the Contact entry to be deleted.
3. Press Right Soft Key [Options].
4. Press Erase.
5. Press Yes .
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If you try to delete the default number, an error
message will appear.
A confirmation message is displayed.
Deleting a Speed Dial
1. From standby mode, press [MENU].
2. Use to highlight Speed Dials, then press .
3. Use to highlight the Speed Dial number.
4. Press Right Soft Key [Remove].
5. Use to select Yes .
6. Press .
A confirmation message is displayed.
Phone Numbers With Pauses
When you call automated systems such as Voicemail or
credit billing numbers, you often have to enter a series of
numbers. Instead of entering these numbers by hand, you
can store the numbers in your Contacts separated by
special pause characters (W, P). There are two different
types of pauses you can use when storing a number:
Wait (W)
The phone stops dialing until you press Left Soft Key
[Release] to advance to the next number.
Pause (P)
The phone waits 2 seconds before sending the next string of digits.
Storing a Number with Pauses
1. From standby mode, enter the number.
2. Press Right Soft Key [Options].
3. Use to select pause type and press .
Wait / Pause
4. Enter additional number(s) (e.g., pin number or credit
card number).
5. Press Left Soft Key [Save].
6. Use to select Save New Contact or Update
Existing Contact and press .
7. Use to select the type of phone number and
press .
8. Enter a name (up to 22 characters) and press .
A confirmation message is displayed.
Adding a Pause to an Existing Number
1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts].
2. Use to highlight the Contact entry to edit, then
press Left Soft Key [Edit].
3. Use to highlight the number.
4. Press Right Soft Key [Options].
5. Press Wait or Pause.
6. Enter additional number(s) and press .
A confirmation message is displayed.
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Contacts in Your Phone’s Memory
Searching Your Phone’s Memory
The VX8100 phone is able to perform a dynamic search of
the contents in your phone’s memory. A dynamic search
compares entered letters or numbers against the entries in
your Contacts. A matching list is displayed in ascending
order. You can then select a number from the list to call or
edit. There are several ways to search:
Scrolling Alphabetically
Searching by Letter
Scrolling Through Your Contacts
1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts].
Contacts list is displayed alphabetically.
2. Use to scroll through the list.
Searching by Letter
1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts].
Contacts list is displayed alphabetically.
2. Press (or press repeatedly) the key on the keypad that
corresponds with the search letter.
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Making a Call From Your Phone’s Memory
Once you have stored phone numbers into your Contacts,
you can place calls to those numbers quickly and easily.
Press after you have searched for a phone
number in Contacts or Recent Calls.
Use Speed Dialing (see page 29).
From Contacts
1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts].
2. Use to select the Contact entry then press .
3. Use to select the phone number.
4. Press to place the call.
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Pressing will dial the Default Number of the
Contact entry. If multiple numbers are saved in the
Contact entry, you may need to use to select
the phone number that you want to call.
From Recent Calls
1. Press [MENU].
2. Press to select RECENT CALLS.
3. Use to select the type of recent call then press
.
Missed / Received / Dialed / All / View Timer
4. Use to highlight the phone number.
5. Press to place the call.
Speed Dialing
Speed Dialing is a convenient feature that allows you to
make phone calls quickly and easily (Speed Dial 1 is for
Voicemail). Designate Speed Dials in your Contacts to use
this calling feature.
For Speed Dials From 2 to 9
1. Press and hold the Speed Dial digit.
OR
Press the Speed Dial digit, and then press .
2. Your phone recalls the phone number from your
Contacts, displays it briefly, and then dials it.
For Speed Dials From 10 to 99
1. Press the first Speed Dial digit, then press and hold the
key of the last Speed Dial digit.
OR
Press the first Speed Dial digit, press the second Speed
Dial digit, and then press .
2. Your phone recalls the phone number from your
Contacts, displays it briefly, and then dials it.
For Speed Dials for 97, 98 and 99.
Default is 97(#BAL), 98(#MIN), and 99(#PMT).
User can change this speed dial if needed.
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