Mitsubishi AH129 Owner's Manual

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AH129 User Manual

BASIC OPERATIONS

Thank you for purchasing this portable cellular telephone. Soon you will be experiencing the freedom and flexibility of a state-of-the-art cellular telephone.

Even if you don’t like reading manuals, please read the Basic Operations section to get you started using your phone. The Advanced Operations section is for the user who wants to understand more about the telephone and maximize the use of features built into the your cellular phone. The Cellular Information section at the end of this manual contains general guidelines and cautions applicable to any cellular telephone.

B E F O R E U S E A new battery must be fully charged before initial use.

INSTALLING THE BATTERY

Insert the top of the battery into the recess on the back of the phone. Attach it to the phone by pressing slightly upward on the battery and in at the bottom until the locking catch snaps into place. Make sure the battery is properly secured.

REMOVING THE BATTERY Turn the power off before removing the battery. To remove the battery, press the bottom upward and gently lift the battery off the phone.

CHARGING THE BATTERY FOR THE FIRST TIME

Connect the AC rapid charging plug into the socket at the base of the phone and plug it into a standard 120-volt AC outlet. A red LED will appear to indicate charging is in progress. The battery should be charged before using the phone for the first time. Batteries last longer and perform better when allowed to discharge fully at least once a week.

USING THE BATTERY

GENERAL INFORMATION: The phone is powered by a rechargeable battery. To ensure maximum benefit from your new phone and to get better talk and standby times, it is important that you regularly charge and discharge the battery as instructed in this guide.

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Talk time

Standby time

105 minutes

14 hours

Talk time

Standby time

150 minutes

20 hours

RECHARGING THE BATTERY

Caution: Use only the Mitsubishi AC adapter that was provided with your phone or the optional Mitsubishi Cigarette Lighter Adapter, CIG-P4. Use of the wrong adapter may cause damage.

The bars at the upper left of the display screen indicate the battery charge level. The highest charge level is shown as a series of three (3) bars. When the charge level falls to less than 10%, the phone displays a warning message: LOW BAT, this message will be repeated regularly along with an audible beep.

While charging is in progress, the word “Charge” will appear on the display if the phone power is on.

A new battery should be charged before being used for the first time.

If left unused, a fully charged battery will discharge itself in about a month. More rapid discharge can occur, depending on the ambient temperature.

When the battery is not in use, store it uncharged in a cool, dark, and dry place. Do not ‘short out’ the battery by directly connecting to the + and - terminals on the battery. Do not attempt to discharge the battery with any other method or system other than described in this manual. The battery is in a sealed unit with no serviceable parts. Do not attempt to open the case.

CHARGING TIMES

Recharging the standard battery with the AC rapid charging adapter takes about two hours; with the extended battery, about two and one half-hours. You can use the phone during recharging, but the charging process will be interrupted for the duration of the call.

DISCHARGING

Batteries last longer and perform better if allowed to discharge fully at least once a week.

OPERATION TIMES Typical operation times for fully charged new batteries are as follows:

NiCd battery performance will vary with the condition and history of the battery. The following conditions will reduce battery performance: temperature extremes, poor charging or discharging practices,

or improper storage.

ACCESSORIES

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Accessories for your cellular phone may be available from your local dealer, or through Mitsubishi W ireless Communications by calling 800-888-9879.

HANDS FREE HEADSET

You can talk and listen via this compact Headset Adapter that plugs into your phone.

The earpiece fits comfortably in one ear. The microphone in a tiny capsule on the cord picks up your voice, leaving both hands free.

CIGARETTE LIGHTER ADAPTER

You can also charge the phone’s battery from a vehicle battery using the DC charging adapter. The charger connects to the side of the phone.

Note that the input voltage range is 13.8 (+/- 20%) volts DC. The charging time for each battery option is the same as the AC rapid charging adapter.

BATTERIES

Standard 700 mAh NiCd battery Extended Life 1000mAh NiCd battery

Remember! Do not dispose of batteries in fire!

CARRYING CASE

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FCN

Made of high-grade leather, the carrying case protects the phone’s finish from dirt and scratches. The carrying strap, access flap and built-in belt clip make carrying and using the phone safe and effortless.

BASIC OPERATING information will get you started quickly. ADVANCED FEATURES information details all the features built into your phone.

DISPLAY

IN USE

R O A M

AL P H A B N O SVC A B

Display Your cellular telephone features a liquid crystal display (LCD). The two (2) line, seven (7) character, 14 digit Description LCD shows phone numbers and alphanumeric entries as they are entered. FCN Indicates that the “FCN” key has been pressed. You may now press the digit corresponding to the function

to be performed.

ALPHA Indicates that you can now program alphanumerics for storage of names/initials. NOSVC Indicates that the phone is out of the cellular service area. IN USE Indicates the phone is in conversation mode. ROAM A/B Indicates A or B system when Roaming. B When flashing, charge the battery.

Indicates the received signal strength. Note: “-ON-” appears in the display when no other information is shown. It will not appear when the phone is locked.

AUDIBLE INDICATOR TONES Wake-up: A short high tone indicates the phone has been turned on.

Power-off: A short high tone indicates the phone has been turned off.

Ringing: Indicates an incoming call.

Reorder: A fast busy tone indicates that the system has not accepted your call.

Intercept: A siren tone indicates an incorrect keying sequence.

Battery warning: A short high tone generated every 20 seconds indicates that you must charge the battery.

Incorrect key: Pressing an incorrect key results in an error tone.

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KEYPAD

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PWR Turns the phone on and off. SEND Initiates a phone call to the number in the display. Answers the call when a ringing tone is heard. This is a slow

action key, which means it must be pressed for over one (1) second.

Momentary pressing during a conversation acts as a “hook-flash” request. END Ends a call. This is a slow action key to prevent accidental termination. Press the key for about one (1) second. If the phone

is in the extended function mode, the “END” key can be used to exit from any stage of the function mode.

P This key is used for one touch dialing. A call can be initiated to the number stored in the P (programmable)

memory by pressing this key.

This is a slow action key designed to prevent accidental dialing. The key should be pressed and held down for

about one (1) second when one touch dialing is desired.

FCN For five seconds after depression, various extended functions can be engaged by entering a specific digit. This

function is described later in more detail. CLR Momentary depression clears the last entered digit. All digits are cleared by continuous depression. If the phone is in the sub-function menu mode, the user may use the “CLR” key to exit from any stage of the

function mode.

STO Stores up to 32 digits in one of 39 memory locations. Press “STO” and a number (01 through 39). RCL Recalls the numbers stored in the 39 memory locations. Press “RCL” and a number (01 through 39).

▲/▼ By using the ▲/▼ keys, the volume level can be adjusted to one of seven (7) settings. The volume level is stored

until the user changes the volume setting. The volume level can be adjusted depending on the phone's mode: Conversation mode: Conversation volume. Non-conversation mode: Key tone volume. Minimum level is tone “OFF”.

TURNING THE PHONE ON

Press the PWR key for one (1) second. When the phone is turned on, all LCD indicators light momentarily, followed by an audible tone (“wake-up”). Your own telephone number appears briefly. (If the phone is locked, the auto answer function is active or the call restriction is on, your own telephone number is not displayed.) The “-ON-” message will be displayed to show that the phone is on. (If you selected the status monitor mode, status information will be displayed instead of the “-ON-” message.) If your telephone number is “1234567890”

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A B

123

4567890

AutoAns

Low BAT

←

(Blinks)

←

(Blinks)

8888888 8888888 IN USE R O AM FCN ALPHA B NO SVC

↓

If the automatic answer mode is active, the following message will be displayed instead of the phone’s telephone number.

Unless “No Restr” has been selected for the call, the selected restriction level message will appear instead of the phone’s telephone number. Restriction level “Local Only”

Local

One second after displaying the telephone number the battery indication in the upper left corner shows:

-ON-

: High level

: Medium level

: Low level

Low BAT: low battery

The message “Low BAT” means the battery must be charged as soon as possible. The B indicator will also begin to flash.

-ON-

The electronic lock is on when the “Locked” message appears on the display. To unlock, enter your three (3) digit unlock code. Once the phone is locked, the only call which can be made is to emergency number 911 if your carrier offers this emergency service.

Locked

If the “NO SVC” indicator remains in the display or appears at a later time after turning the phone on, it may indicate that you are out of the cellular service area. Calls cannot be initiated or received when “NO SVC” is displayed.

-ON- NOSVC

If an error message such as “CHECK 3” appears in the display, the phone should be taken back to your local dealer for service.

Check 3

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USE

00:12

IN USE

PLACING A CALL

1. Make sure your phone is turned on and unlocked.

2. Enter the telephone number. Each digit dialed will appear on the display. Up to 32 digits may be dialed but only the

last 14 digits remain visible on the display.

3. Press the “SEND” key. The display will show the “IN USE” message. Once the call is established, the dialed

telephone number disappears and the “TALK” timer appears.

7345634 IN

Notes: • If a busy tone is heard, press the “END” key. This is a slow action key.

• Press the “CLR” key to clear the last entered digit.

• If a reorder (fast busy) tone is heard, press the “END” key and the “SEND” key again.

• An intercept (siren) signal indicates you have made an entry error.

4. When the called party answers, proceed with the conversation. “TALK” timer indicates the elapsed

time of the present call.

RECEIVING A CALL

When the phone is turned on and is in a service area, an incoming call will result in a ringing tone and the flashing of the “CALL” message. Press the “SEND” key or any key except for the “PWR” key to answer the call.

CALL

ROAM

Note: • The “Any key” answer function is always active when receiving a call.

• Escalating ringing tone function is always active when receiving a call.

If an incoming call is left unanswered, the ringing tone will automatically increase one volume level per ring

cycle, starting from the user's setting level until the maximum is reached. The maximum level will then be maintained until the call is answered.

ENDING A CALL

Press the “END” key to terminate a call.

TURNING THE PHONE OFF

To turn off the phone, press the “PW R” key for one (1) second. A short beep will sound from the beeper, indicating that your phone is off. Note: Press the “PWR” key for one (1) second to turn on the phone.

LAST NUMBER REDIAL

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2nd:

2233442

3rd:

Empty

The last number dialed is also stored in memory when the “SEND” key is pressed. If for any reason the last number is not

in the display, you can recall it to the display by pressing the “RCL” (RECALL) key twice. The ▲/▼ key can then be used

to scroll through the last three (3) numbers dialed. For example, if a call results in a busy signal, the user may turn off the phone and try later. Pressing the “RCL” key twice recalls the last number.

User action Display

Enter Addr.

1st:

9653465

RCL

▲

Note: It is possible to add extra digits to recalled phone numbers.

If the present phone number is the same as the last number dialed, the present phone number is not stored into

the last number memory.

ONE TOUCH DIALING

The telephone number stored in the one touch dial memory can be dialed and called by pressing the “P” key for one (1) second. If one touch dial memory has a telephone number “123-456-7890”:

123 4567890 IN USE

AUTOMATIC RETRY

This function is a user selectable option (refer to FCN 3). The phone will attempt a call every three (3) seconds for a total of 10 times when unable to access the cellular system. When the system is accessed, a short beep sounds. When 10 tries are unsuccessful, a reorder tone is heard, and a beep sounds. During this automatic retry procedure the retry message is displayed, as shown below. This procedure can be canceled by pressing the “END” key.

Pause Retry IN USE

R O AM

CALL IN ABSENCE INDICATOR

When an incoming call remains unanswered, the “Called” message will be displayed when you return to your phone.

Called

ROAM

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(Blinks)

LOW BATTERY

When the battery needs charging the “Low BAT” message will appear, the B indicator will start blinking, and a short tone is heard every 20 seconds. If the phone is left on, despite the low battery alarm, it will automatically turn itself off to protect the battery from over-discharging. To prolong the battery life as long as possible, the battery should be used until the phone turns itself off. If the status monitor is on or digits are entered, only the B indicator will be seen. This is also true in the conversation mode during the Mute mode.

Low BAT

-ON-

← (Blinks)

MUTE

00:15

← (Blinks)

BACKLIGHT

The keypad and the LCD will be backlit for 10 seconds after pressing any key, except for the “PWR” key. Further depression of any key (except the “PWR” key) will extend illumination for another 10 seconds.

LCD VIEW ANGLE CONTROL

light

* dark #

When the “FCN” key is pressed for more than one second during standby mode, the phone enters the LCD view angle mode and shows the above message. The LCD View Angle can be controlled by pressing the */# keys.

To complete your setting and exit from this mode, press the “STO,” “END,” or “CLR” key. Your angle selection is stored while the phone is turned off.

VOLUME ADJUST

To adjust the volume level press the “▲/▼“ key. The volume level of the phone increases or decreases through its seven

(7) settings. Continuous depression changes the present level every half second and stops at the maximum or minimum level. Three (3) independent volume adjustments are available: ringing tone, key tone, and conversation levels. The selected volume level is stored in memory for each of the settings, and preserved even if the battery pack is removed from the phone. The volume control mode displays the current volume level.

Ringing volume The ringing tone volume may be adjusted by pressing FCN + “▲/▼”.

Ringing >>>>

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Voice

>>>>

Conversation volume The conversation volume level can be adjusted during conversation from the earpiece for a

comfortable listening level by pressing the “▲/▼” key.

Key tone volume During standby mode the key tone volume can be controlled by pressing the “▲/▼” key.

The minimum volume level is volume 0.

Key >>>>

Key OFF

Other tone volume The other tone volume levels - error tone, retry call success tone, low battery alarm, wake-up tone

and power off tone - are linked with key tone volume level. When the key volume is off only the low battery alarm is set to the minimum volume level.

Note: • Reorder/Intercept Tone Volume is fixed.

• These volume levels are stored while the phone is turned off.

STORING OFTEN-USED NUMBERS

Your phone allows storage of 39 frequently dialed telephone numbers and names in the phone's memory. The names can contain up to 11 characters. The 39 memory locations are numbered 01 to 39.

1. Enter the telephone number.

2 Press the “STO” (STORE) key. The following message is shown:

Enter Addr.

3. Enter a two (2) digit memory location (from 01 to 39).

a. If entered memory location is vacant, the telephone number is then stored to this memory location. The display

will indicate:

Stored Addr.01

b. If entered memory location has another telephone number, the current telephone number is displayed for two (2)

seconds. The “overwrite warning tone” will also be heard. The confirmation message will be displayed:

01:JOHN 3214567

↓ 2sec

Replace

∗∗∗∗:Y/#:N

If “∗∗∗∗” key is pressed, the new telephone number will replace the existing number and the display will be changed as

indicated below. If “#” key is pressed, the display will be changed to the “Enter Addr.” message, allowing a different memory location to be entered.

And if the “CLR” or “END” keys are pressed, the entered telephone number is canceled and the phone will exit from the store mode.

Any other key entries (except for “PWR” key) are ignored and an error tone is heard.

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