Motorola T56ER2 Users manual

APPLICANT: MOTOROLA, INC. FCC ID: IHDT56ER2
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
A preliminary draft copy of the Users Manual follows:
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Welcome to the world of Motorola digital wireless communications! We are pleased that you have chosen the Motorola V220 GSM wireless phone.
5-Way Navigation Key
Scroll through
Menu Key
menus & lists.
Left Soft Key
Perform function
in lower left
display.
Volume Keys
Smart Key
Select menu
items.
Send Key
Make & answer
calls.
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Power Connector
Right Soft Key
Perform function in lower right display.
Voice Key
Power & End Key
Turn phone on/off, end calls, exit menu system.
Headset Jack
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Contents

Safety and General Information Getting Started
About This Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Installing the SIM Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Battery Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Installing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Turning Your Phone On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Adjusting Volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Making a Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Answering a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Viewing Your Phone Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Highlight Features
Taking and Sending a Photo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Sending a Multimedia Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Receiving a Multimedia Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Playing Video Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Using Ring Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Using Event Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Learning to Use Your Phone
Using the Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Using the 5-Way Navigation Key. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Using Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Entering Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Using the Smart Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Using the External Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Using the Handsfree Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Changing a Code, PIN, or Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
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Locking and Unlocking Your Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
If You Forget a Code, PIN, or Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Using the Phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Setting Up Your Phone
Storing Your Name and Phone Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Setting the Time and Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Setting a Ring Style . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Setting Answer Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Setting a Wallpaper Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Setting a Screen Saver Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Setting Display Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Setting Display Color . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Adjusting the Backlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Setting Display Timeout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Calling Features
Changing the Active Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Redialing a Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Using Automatic Redial. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Using Caller ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Canceling an Incoming Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Turning Off a Call Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Calling an Emergency Number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Dialing International Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Viewing Recent Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Returning an Unanswered Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Using the Notepad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Attaching a Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Calling With Speed Dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Calling With 1-Touch Dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Using Voicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Using Call Waiting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Putting a Call On Hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
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Transferring a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Phone Features
Menu Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Feature Quick Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Specific Absorption Rate Data Product Registration RF Energy Interference Export Law Assurances Wireless: The New Recyclable Index
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Wireless Phone Safety Tips
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
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Safety and General Information

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SAFE AND EFFICIENT OPERATION. READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE USING YOUR PHONE.
The information provided in this document supersedes the general safety information in user guides published prior to December
Exposure To Radio Frequency (RF) Energy
Your phone contains a transmitter and a receiver. When it is ON, it receives and transmits RF energy. When you communicate with your phone, the system handling your call controls the power level at which your phone transmits.
Your Motorola phone is designed to comply with local regulatory requirements in your country concerning exposure of human beings to RF energy.
Operational Precautions
To assure optimal phone performance and make sure human exposure to RF energy is within the guidelines set forth in the relevant standards, always adhere to the following procedures.
External Antenna Care
Use only the supplied or Motorola-approved replacement antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the phone.
Do NOT hold the external antenna when the phone is IN USE. Holding the external antenna affects call quality and may cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than needed. In addition, use of unauthorized antennas may result in non-compliance with the local regulatory requirements in your country.
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Phone Operation
When placing or receiving a phone call, hold your phone as you would a wireline telephone.
Body-Worn Operation
To maintain compliance with RF energy exposure guidelines, if you wear a phone on your body when transmitting, always place the phone in a Motorola-supplied or approved clip, holder, holster, case, or body harness for this phone, if available. Use of accessories not approved by Motorola may exceed RF energy exposure guidelines. If you do not use one of the body-worn accessories approved or supplied by Motorola, and are not using the phone held in the normal use position, ensure the phone and its antenna are at least 1 transmitting.
Data Operation
When using any data feature of the phone, with or without an accessory cable, position the phone and its antenna at least 1 from your body.
Approved Accessories
Use of accessories not approved by Motorola, including but not limited to batteries and antenna, may cause your phone to exceed RF energy exposure guidelines. For a list of approved Motorola accessories, visit our website at
www.Motorola.com
inch (2.5 centimeters) from your body when
inch (2.5 centimeters)
.
RF Energy Interference/Compatibility
Note:
Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to RF energy interference from external sources if inadequately shielded, designed, or otherwise configured for RF energy compatibility. In some circumstances your phone may cause interference.
Facilities
Turn off your phone in any facility where posted notices instruct you to do so. These facilities may include hospitals or health care facilities that may be using equipment that is sensitive to external RF energy.
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Aircraft
When instructed to do so, turn off your phone when on board an aircraft. Any use of a phone must be in accordance with applicable regulations per airline crew instructions.
Medical Devices
Pacemakers
Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation of 6
inches (15 centimeters) be maintained between a handheld wireless
phone and a pacemaker. Persons with pacemakers should:
ALWAYS keep the phone more than 6 inches (15 centimeters) from your pacemaker when the phone is turned ON.
NOT carry the phone in the breast pocket.
Use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential for interference.
Turn OFF the phone immediately if you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place.
Hearing Aids
Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you may want to consult your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives.
Other Medical Devices
If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.
Use While Driving
Check the laws and regulations on the use of phones in the area where you drive. Always obey them.
When using your phone while driving, please:
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Give full attention to driving and to the road.
Use hands-free operation, if available.
Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions so require.
Responsible driving best practices may be found in the “Wireless Phone Safety Tips” at the end of this manual and at the Motorola website: www.Motorola.com/callsmart.
Operational Warnings
For Vehicles With an Air Bag
Do not place a phone in the area over an air bag or in the air bag deployment area. Air bags inflate with great force. If a phone is placed in the air bag deployment area and the air bag inflates, the phone may be propelled with great force and cause serious injury to occupants of the vehicle.
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Turn off your phone prior to entering any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere. Do not remove, install, or charge batteries in such areas. Sparks in a potentially explosive atmosphere can cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.
Note:
The areas with potentially explosive atmospheres referred to above include fueling areas such as below decks on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders. Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often but not always posted.
Blasting Caps and Areas
To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn OFF your phone when you are near electrical blasting caps, in a blasting area, or in areas posted “Turn off electronic devices.” Obey all signs and instructions.
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Batteries
Batteries can cause property damage and/or bodily injury such as burns if a conductive material such as jewelry, keys, or beaded chains touch exposed terminals. The conductive material may complete an electrical circuit (short circuit) and become quite hot. Exercise care in handling any charged battery, particularly when placing it inside a pocket, purse, or other container with metal objects.
and chargers.
Your battery or phone may contain symbols, defined as follows:
Symbol Definition
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Important safety information will follow.
Use only Motorola original batteries
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Li Ion BATT
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Your battery or phone should not be disposed of in a fire.
Your battery or phone may require recycling in accordance with local laws. Contact your local regulatory authorities for more information.
Your battery or phone should not be thrown in the trash.
Your phone contains an internal lithium ion battery.
Seizures/Blackouts
Some people may be susceptible to epileptic seizures or blackouts when exposed to flashing lights, such as when watching television or playing video games. These seizures or blackouts may occur even if a person never had a previous seizure or blackout.
If you have experienced seizures or blackouts, or if you have a family history of such occurrences, please consult with your doctor before playing video games on your phone or enabling a flashing-lights feature on your phone. (The flashing-light feature is not available on all products.)
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Parents should monitor their children's use of video game or other features that incorporate flashing lights on the phones. All persons should discontinue use and consult a doctor if any of the following symptoms occur: convulsion, eye or muscle twitching, loss of awareness, involuntary movements, or disorientation.
To limit the likelihood of such symptoms, please take the following safety precautions:
Do not play or use a flashing-lights feature if you are tired or need sleep.
Take a minimum of a 15-minute break hourly.
Play in a room in which all lights are on.
Play at the farthest distance possible from the screen.
Repetitive Motion Injuries
When you play games on your phone, you may experience occasional discomfort in your hands, arms, shoulders, neck, or other parts of your body. Follow these instructions to avoid problems such as tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, or other musculoskeletal disorders:
Take a minimum 15-minute break every hour of game playing.
If your hands, wrists, or arms become tired or sore while playing, stop and rest for several hours before playing again.
If you continue to have sore hands, wrists, or arms during or after play, stop playing and see a doctor.
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Getting Started

About This Guide

This guide describes the basic features of your
Motorola wireless phone.
Note: A More Here reference guide is also available that describes your phone’s features in more detail.
To obtain the More Here guide for your phone, or another copy of this guide, see the Motorola Web site at:
http://motorola.com/consumer/manuals
Getting Started
http://motorola.ca/consumer
or contact the Motorola Customer Call Center at 1-800­331-6456 (U.S.A.) or 1-800-461-4575 (Canada).
Optional Features
This label identifies an optional network, SIM
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card, or subscription-dependent feature that may not be offered by all service providers in all geographical areas. Contact your service provider
for more information.
(Canada)
(U.S.A.)
Optional Accessories
This label identifies a feature that requires an optional Motorola Original™ accessory.
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Installing the SIM Card

Your SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card contains your phone number, service details, and phonebook/ message memory.
Caution:
exposing your SIM card to static electricity, water, or dirt.
Do not bend or scratch your SIM card. Avoid
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Release Latch
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2
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Battery Use

Battery performance depends on many factors, including your wireless carrier’s network configuration; signal strength; the temperature at which you operate your
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phone; the features and/or settings you select and use; items attached to your phone’s accessory connector; and
your voice, data, and other application usage patterns.
Caution:
metal objects to contact or short-circuit the battery terminals.
To maximize your battery’s performance:
Always use Motorola Original batteries and battery chargers. The phone warranty does not cover damage caused from using non-Motorola batteries and/or battery chargers.
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New batteries or batteries that have been stored for a long time may require a longer charge time.
Maintain the battery at or near room temperature when charging.
Do not expose batteries to temperatures below -10°C (14°F) or above 45°C (113°F). Always take your phone with you when you leave your vehicle.
When you do not intend to use a battery for a while, store it uncharged in a cool, dark, dry place, such as a refrigerator.
Batteries gradually wear down and require longer charging times. This is normal. If you charge your battery regularly and notice a decrease in talk time or an increase in charging time, then it is probably time to purchase a new battery.
To prevent injuries or burns, do not allow
The rechargeable batteries that power this phone must be disposed of properly and may need to be recycled. Refer to your battery’s label for battery
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type. Contact your local recycling center for proper disposal methods.
Warning:
they may explode.
Never dispose of batteries in a fire because

Installing the Battery

Note:
If necessary, remove the battery from its protective
clear plastic case.
Your phone is designed to use only Motorola Original batteries and accessories. We recommend that you store batteries in their protective cases
when not in use.
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Release Latch
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Charging the Battery

New batteries are shipped partially charged. Before you can use your phone, you need to install and charge the battery as described below. Some batteries perform best after several full charge/discharge cycles.
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2
Action
1
Plug the travel charger into the bottom of your phone.
2
Plug the other end of the travel charger into the appropriate electrical outlet.
3
When your phone indicates the travel charger.
Tip:
You can safely leave the travel charger connected to your phone after charging is complete. This will not damage the battery.
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Charge Complete
, remove
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Turning Your Phone On

Action
1
Press and hold O for 2 seconds to turn on the phone.
2
If necessary, enter your SIM card PIN code and
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Adjusting Volume

Press up or down on volume keys to:
press
OK
(+) to unlock the SIM card.
Caution:
in a row, your SIM card is disabled and your phone displays SIM Blocked.
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If you enter an incorrect PIN code 3 times
If necessary, enter your 4-digit unlock code and press
OK
(+) to unlock the phone.
increase or decrease earpiece volume during a call
increase or decrease the ringer volume setting when the home screen is visible
Volume
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Power Key
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Keys
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Tip:
At the lowest volume setting, press the down
volume key once to switch to vibrate alert. Press it again to switch to silent alert. Press the up volume key to cycle back to vibrate alert, then ring alert.
turn off an incoming call alert

Making a Call

Press To
1
keypad keys dial the phone number
2
N
3
O
make the call end the call and “hang up” the
phone when you are finished

Answering a Call

When you receive a call, your phone rings and/or vibrates and displays an incoming call message.
Press To
1N or
ANSWER
2
O
(-)
answer the call
end the call and “hang up” the phone when you are finished

Viewing Your Phone Number

To view your phone number from the home screen, press
M #
While you are on a call, press M >
.
My Tel. Numbers
.
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Note:
Your phone number must be stored on your SIM
card to use this feature. To store your phone number on
the SIM card, see page phone number, contact your service provider.
Getting Started
54. If you do not know your
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Highlight Features

You can do much more with your phone than make and receive calls! This section describes some of your phone’s highlight features.

Taking and Sending a Photo

To activate your phone’s camera:
Find the Feature
The active viewfinder image appears on your display.
Press S : to change zoom,
or bc to
change
brightness.
Return to previous
screen.
Point the camera lens at the photo subject, then:
M
>
Multimedia
IMAGE
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AREA
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BACK CAPTURE
M
Press menu.
to open sub-
>
Camera
Take a photo.
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Press To
1
CAPTURE
2
STORE
or
DISCARD
3
S
4
Highlight Features
Press M to open the active. The
SELECT
Pictures Menu
Option Description
Go To Pictures
Auto-Timed Capture
Delete All
Pictures Setup
View Free Space
(+) take a photo
(+) view storage options
If you choose to store the photo, continue to step
(-) delete the photo and return to the
active viewfinder scroll to
Apply as Wallpaper Apply as Screen Saver
(+) perform the storage option of your
choice
Pictures Menu
can include the following options:
View pictures and photos stored on your phone.
Set a timer for the camera to take a photo.
Delete all pictures. Open the setup menu to adjust
picture settings. See how much memory remains
for storing pictures.
Send in Message, Store Only
3.
,
, or
when the camera is
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Sending a Multimedia Message

A Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS)
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message contains one or more slides with text and embedded media objects (including
photos, pictures, animations, sounds, voice records, and/or video clips). You can send the multimedia message to other wireless phone users, and to email addresses.
Highlight Features
Find the Feature
Press To
1
keypad keys enter slide text
2
M
3
S
4
SELECT
(+) display a list of items you can
5
S
6
SELECT
(+) select the file type
7
S
8
INSERT
(+) insert the file
M
open the scroll to
insert scroll to
Sound, Soundtrack, Video, Quick Note Contact Info
highlight the file you want
To add another slide to the message, continue.
To send the message, go to step
14.
>
Messages
>
Create Message
>
New Multimedia Message
MMS Menu
Insert
Picture, Voice Record
, or
MMS Templates
,
,
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Press To
9
M
10
S
11
SELECT
(+) display a list of items you can
12
S
13
SELECT
(+) insert a new slide after the
14OK (+) store the message 15
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S
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SELECT
(+) select
or
open the new slide
scroll to
insert scroll to
current slide Repeat steps 1 to 8 to enter
contents for the new slide.
scroll to a
[New Phonebook Entry]
number/address
MMS Menu
Insert
New Page
Highlight enter one or more phone numbers and/or email addresses.
Highlight
[New Phonebook Entry]
a number/address and add it to the phonebook.
Or highlight an existing phonebook entry.
[One Time Entry]
Send To
option:
[One Time Entry]
to insert a
to enter
or
and enter a
to
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Press To
ADD
(+) add a phonebook entry to the
list of recipients
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DONE
(-) store the numbers/addresses
18
S
scroll to
Subject
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CHANGE
(-) select
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keypad keys enter the subject
21OK (+) store the subject 22
SEND
(+) send the message
Subject

Receiving a Multimedia Message

When you receive a multimedia message or letter,
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your phone displays the r (message waiting)
indicator and a
sounds an alert.
Press To
READ
(+) open the message
Multimedia messages that you receive can contain different media objects:
Photos, pictures, and animations are displayed as you read the message.
New Message
notification, and
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A sound file or video clip begins playing when its slide is displayed. Use the volume keys to adjust the
volume as the sound file or video clip plays.
Note:
In a multimedia letter, you may have to highlight an indicator in the text to play a sound file or video clip.
Attached files are added to the end of the message. To open the attachment, highlight the file indicator/ filename and press (
+
) (sound file or video clip), or as phonebook or datebook entry, or unknown file type).

Playing Video Clips

Highlight Features
You can download video clips with the micro-browser, and send and receive video clips in multimedia messages.
To play a video clip stored on your phone:
VIEW
(+) (image file type),
OPEN
(+) (object such
PLAY
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Find the Feature
Press To
1
S
2
PLAY
(+) start video clip playback
M
>
Multimedia
scroll to the video clip
>
Videos
The video clip displays in the video clip playback screen.
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VIDEO
AREA
BACK PAUSE
Return to
previous
screen.
M
Press
to open sub-menu.
Pause video clip.
Timer indicates % played.

Using Ring Lights

Set up your phone to display a light pattern (in addition to or instead of a ring/vibrate alert) when you receive an incoming call. To select a light pattern:
Find the Feature
Press To
1
S
2
SELECT
(+) select the light pattern
The same light pattern displays for all incoming calls. You can use the light ID feature to display a distinctive light pattern when you receive calls from phonebook entries in
M
>
Settings
>
Ring Styles
>
Ring Lights
scroll to the light pattern
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a specific category. To set a light ID for a phonebook category, see page
ring lights are turned off.
78. The light ID is not displayed when

Using Event Lights

When event lights are activated, your phone displays a light pattern to notify you of the following events: incoming calls, incoming calls from specific phonebook categories, incoming text and voicemail messages, alarms, power up, power down, or battery charging.
To turn event lights on or off:
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Find the Feature
Highlight Features
Press To
1
S
2
SELECT
(+) select the option
M
>
Settings
>
Event Lights
scroll to On or
>
Off
Ring Styles

Learning to Use Your Phone

See page 1 for a basic phone diagram.

Using the Display

The home screen displays when you are not on a call or using the menu. You must be in the home screen to dial a phone number.
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Service Provider
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Press the 5-way navigation key (S) left, right, up, or down to select one of the menu feature icons. If you select a menu icon by mistake, press screen.
Note:
Your home screen may look different from the display shown above. For example, your service provider may hide the menu feature icons to allow a better view of
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the wallpaper image. You can still select the menu icons when they are hidden from view. To show or hide the menu icons, see page
The H (menu) indicator indicates that you can press the menu key (
Labels at the bottom corners of the display show the current soft key functions. Press the left soft key (
right soft key ( the left or right soft key label.
Your phone can display an analog or digital clock in the home screen (see page
The following status indicators can display:
80.
M
) to enter the main menu.
+
) to perform the function indicated by
80).
-
) or
Roam
4.
1.
Signal Strength
5.
Active Line
Service Provider
6.
Messaging
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3.
Data
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1. Signal Strength Indicator
Vertical bars show the strength of the network connection. You cannot make or receive calls when the indicator or
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Transmission
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(no transmit) indicator displays.
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Message
Battery
10.
Level
9.
Ring Alert
8.
Location
(no signal)
2. GPRS Indicator
Shows that your phone is using a high-speed
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Å
= GPRS PDP context
active
3. Data Transmission Indicator
Shows connection and data transmission status. Indicators can include:
4
= secure packet data
transfer
3
= secure application
connection
2
= secure Circuit Switch
Data (CSD) call
4. Roam Indicator
Shows when your phone is seeking or using
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Ç
= GPRS packet data
available
7
= insecure packet data
transfer
6
= insecure application
connection
5
= insecure CSD call
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8
= 2.5G home
:
= 2G home
5. Active Line Indicator
Shows @ or B to indicate the current active
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A
= line 1 active, call
forward on
E
= alarm activated
6. Messaging Presence Indicator
Shows when Instant Messaging (IM) is active.
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P
= IM active
_
= busy
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When a Java application is active, a ` (Java midlet) indicator can display in this location.
7. Message Indicator
J
= available for phone
calls
9
= 2.5G roam
;
= 2G roam
C
= line 2 active, call
forward on
I
= available for IM
Q
= invisible to IM
X
= offline
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Displays when you receive a new message.
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r
= text message
d
= IM message
s
= voicemail and text
message
When you enter a message, a number in this location shows the number of characters left on the current page (text message), or the message size (multimedia message or letter).
8. Location Indicator
Your phone may be able to send location
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Ö
= location on
9. Ring Style Indicator
Shows the ring style setting.
t
= voicemail message
a
= active chat session
Ñ
= location off
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= loud ring
|
= vibrate
{
= silent
z
= soft ring
}
= vibrate and ring
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10. Battery Level Indicator
Vertical bars show the battery charge level. Recharge the battery when sounds.
Low Battery
displays and the battery alert
Using the 5-Way Navigation
Key
Use the 5-way navigation key (S) to scroll up,
down, left, or right through the menu system, highlight menu items, change feature settings, and play games. Press the center select button to select a highlighted menu item. The center select button usually performs the same function as the right soft key (
+
).
5-way
Navigation
Key
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Using Menus

From the home screen, press M to enter the main menu.
Menu Key
Enter menu
system
Left Soft Key
Perform left
function.
5-Way
Navigation Key
Scroll up, down,
left, or right.
Press center to
perform right
softkey function.
Press S to scroll to and highlight a menu feature icon in the main menu. The following icons represent features that may display in the main menu, depending on your service provider and service subscription options.
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EXIT SELECT
Highlighted Menu Feature Icon
Right Soft Key
Perform right function.
End Key
Exit menu without making changes.
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Q É
Games & Apps
Office Tools
h w
Multimedia
Settings
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Icon Feature Icon Feature
ã n e
IM
Phonebook
Messages
á s K
Web Access
Recent Calls
Chat
Selecting a Menu Feature
To select a menu feature, starting from the home screen:
Find the Feature
This example shows that from the home screen, you
must press the main menu, then scroll to and select
S
to scroll, and the left/right soft keys to select the functions displayed in the bottom left and right corners of the display.
M
, scroll to and select s
M
>
Recent Calls
Dialed Calls
Selecting a Feature Option
Some features require you to select an option from a list:
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10) John Smith
9) Lisa Owens
8) Adda Thomas
7) Jack Bradshaw
to
BACK VIEW
M
Press sub-menu.
to open
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Press
BACK (-)
go back to
previous
screen.
>
Dialed Calls
Recent Calls
Highlighted Option
Press VIEW (+) view details of highlighted option.
from
. Press
to
Press S to scroll up or down to highlight the option you want.
In a numbered list, press a number key to highlight the option.
In an alphabetized list, press a key repeatedly to cycle through the letters on the key and highlight the closest matching list option.
When an option has a list of possible values, press S left or right to scroll through and select a value.
When an option has a list of possible numeric values, press a number key to set the value.

Entering Text

Some features require you to enter information.
Press S to
scroll down to
other options.
Highlighted Option
Entry Details
Press CANCEL (-) exit without making changes.
DONE
displays when you enter or edit information.
Name: John Smith
Category: General
to
No.: 2125551212 Type: Work
CANCEL CHANGE
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Press CHANGE (+) or number keys to edit the information.
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The message center lets you compose and send text messages. A Character Counter indicates how many more characters will fit in the message.
For indicator
descriptions,
see following
section.
Flashing
cursor
indicates
insertion point.
CANCEL (-)
Press exit without making changes.
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ó
Msg
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Press
to
insert a quick note, picture, or sound.
Character Counter
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Press open sub­menu.
INSERT (+)
Choosing a Text Entry Method
Multiple text entry methods make it easy for you to enter names, numbers, and messages. The method you select remains active until you select another method.
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Press # in any text entry screen to select one of the following entry methods:
M
to
to
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Primary
Numeric
The primary text entry method (see below to set).
Enter numbers only (see page
45).
Symbol
Secondary
Alternatively, you can select a text entry method in any text entry screen by pressing
Setting Up a Text Entry Method
Press M >
Primary Setup
or
Enter symbols only (see page 45). The secondary text entry method
(see below to set).
M
>
Entry Mode
Entry Setup
Secondary Setup
from any text entry screen. Select
, and choose:
.
iTAP
Tap
Tap Extended
None
Using Capitalization
Press 0 in any text entry screen to change text case. The following indicators show capitalization status:
U
= no capital letters
T
= all capital letters
Let the phone predict each word as you press keys (see page
Enter letters and numbers by pressing a key one or more times.
Enter letters, numbers, and symbols by pressing a key one or more times.
Hide the Secondary setting (only available for Secondary Setup).
V
= capitalize next letter
only
43).
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Text Entry Method Indicators
When you select the the following indicators identify the text entry setting:
Primary Second.
g m
h q
f l
j p
k n
i o
The following indicators identify Numeric or Symbol entry method:
W
= numeric method [ = symbol method
Primary
or
Secondary
text entry method,
Tap, no capital letters Tap, capitalize next letter
only Tap, all capital letters iTAP, no capital letters iTAP, capitalize next
letter only iTAP, all capital letters
Using Tap Method
This is the standard method for entering text on your phone.
Tap method cycles through the letters and number of the
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key you press. Tap Extended method also cycles through additional symbols as shown in the chart on page
42.
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Press To
1
A keypad key one or more times
2
keypad keys enter remaining characters.
3OK (+) store the text
In a text entry screen, you can press # to switch entry methods. If
Secondary
When you enter text with key functions change.
insertion point.
Tap
or
entry method, see page 39.
Character
displays at
select a letter, number, or symbol
Tip:
Press S right to accept a word completion, or insert a space.
Tap Extended
Ab
ó
T |
DELETE OK
is not available as the
Tap
or
Tap Extended
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Primary
method, the soft
After 2 seconds, character is accepted and cursor moves to next position.
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Press
DELETE (-) delete character to left of insertion point.
to
Press accept and store text.
OK (+)
to
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When you enter 3 or more characters in a row, your phone may guess the rest of the word. For example, if you enter
prog
you might see:
Character
displays at
insertion point.
If you want a different word (such as pressing keypad keys to enter the remaining characters.
Character Chart
Use this chart as a guide for entering characters with
Tap Extended
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2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0
method.
Ab ó
Msg
This is a prog | ram
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a b c 2 á à â ã ç æ d e f 3 é è ê ë g h i 4 í î ï j k l 5 m n o 6 ñ ó ò ô õ œ p q r s 7 t u v 8 ú ù û ü w x y z 9 change text case, for capital letters
< # §
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progress
Press to accept
program
press reject it and enter a space after
), continue
S c
*
prog.
, or
to
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* #
Note:
available on your phone. In an email address or URL editor,
Tap Method Text Entry Rules
Using iTAP™ Method
iTAP™ software provides a predictive text entry method that lets you enter a word using one keypress per letter. This can be faster than combines the keypresses into common words.
enter a space (hold to enter a return) change text entry method (hold for default)
This chart may not reflect the exact character set
1
first shows common characters for that editor.
Press a keypad key repeatedly to cycle through its characters.
Press S left or right to move the flashing cursor to the left or right in a text message.
The first character of every sentence is capitalized. If necessary, press lowercase before the cursor moves to the next position.
If you enter or edit information and do not want to save the changes, press
S
down to force the character to
O
to exit without saving.
Tap
method, because your phone
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For example, if you press that match your keypresses display:
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ó
Msg
Prog | ram
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DELETE SELECT
Press
DELETE (-)
delete last
letter.
to
Press
SELECT (+)
lock highlighted
combination.
, letter combinations
Press
S d
accept
Program
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c
to
.
Press
S c
highlight another combination.
*
Prog
to
and
Press enter a space.
to
to
If you want a different word (such as pressing keypad keys to enter the remaining characters.
Progress
), continue
Entering Words
In a text entry screen, you can press # to switch entry methods. An indicator shows which method is active (see page
40). If
iTAP
method is not available as the
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Secondary
entry method, see page 39.
Press To
1
keypad keys (one press per letter)
2
S
left or right highlight the combination you
show possible letter combinations at the bottom of the display
want
Primary
or
Press To
3
SELECT
(+)
or
*
If you enter a word your phone does not recognize, the phone stores it to use as one of your word options. When you fill memory space for unrecognized words, your phone deletes the oldest words to add new words.
Using Numeric Method
In a text entry screen, press # to switch entry methods until the
Press keypad keys to enter the numbers you want. When you finish entering numbers, press entry method.
W
(numeric) indicator displays.
lock a highlighted combination
You can press keypad keys to add more letters to the end of the combination.
enter the highlighted combination when it spells a word
A space is automatically inserted after the word.
#
to switch to another
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Using Symbol Method
In a text entry screen, press # to switch entry methods until the
[
(symbol) indicator displays.
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Press To
1
keypad keys (one press per symbol)
2
S
left or right highlight the combination you
3
SELECT
(+)
or
*
Symbol Chart
Use this chart as a guide for entering characters with symbol method.
show possible symbol combinations at the bottom of the display
want lock a highlighted
combination You can press keypad keys to
add more symbols to the end of the combination.
enter the highlighted combination
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. ? ! , @ ' - _ : ; ( ) & " ~ 1 0 ¿ ¡ % £ $ ¥ ¤ £ + x * / \ [ ] = >
@ _ \ ß / : ; " & ' ( ) [ ] { } ¿ ¡ ~ < > = $ £ ¥ ¤
< # §
9 0 * #
Note:
available on your phone. In an email address or URL editor,
# % * + - x * / = > < # § enter a space (hold to enter a return) change text entry method (hold for default)
This chart may not reflect the exact character set
1
first shows common characters for that editor.
Deleting Letters and Words
Place the cursor to the right of the text you want to delete, and then:
Action
Press
DELETE
(-) to delete one letter at a time.
Hold
DELETE
(-) to delete the entire message.

Using the Smart Key

The smart key gives you another way to perform many basic phone functions. It anticipates the next action you are likely to perform. For example, when you highlight a menu item, you can press the smart key to select it. You can use the smart key to make and end calls, turn features on and off, and open your phonebook. The smart key usually performs the same function as the right soft key (
+
).

Using the External Display

When the flip is closed, the external display shows time and phone status information. It also displays messages to
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notify you of incoming calls and other events. See page 29 for descriptions of the status indicators that may appear in the external display.
Note:
You cannot make or receive calls when the phone is
closed unless you attach a headset.

Using the Handsfree Speaker

When you activate your phone’s built-in handsfree speaker, you can talk to the other party without holding the phone to your ear.
Press
SPEAKER
(+) to turn the handsfree speaker on or
off during a call. When you turn the handsfree speaker on, your phone
displays speaker remains on until you press turn the phone off.
Note:
connect your phone to a handsfree car kit or headset accessory.
Speaker On
The handsfree speaker is disabled when you
in the home screen. The handsfree
SPEAKER
(+) again or
Changing a Code, PIN, or
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Password
Your phone’s 4-digit unlock code is originally set to 1234, and the 6-digit security code is originally set to 000000. Your service provider may reset these codes before you receive your phone.
If your service provider has not reset these codes, we recommend that you change them to prevent others from
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accessing your personal information. The unlock code must contain 4 digits, and the security code must contain 6 digits.
You can also reset your SIM card PIN code, PIN2 code, and/or call barring password if necessary.
To change a code or password:
Find the Feature
M
>
Settings
>
>
New Passwords
Security

Locking and Unlocking Your Phone

You can lock your phone manually or set the phone to lock automatically whenever you turn it off.
To use a locked phone, you must enter the unlock code. A locked phone still rings or vibrates for incoming calls or messages, but you must unlock it to answer.
You can make emergency calls on your phone even when it is locked (see page
Locking Your Phone Manually
Find the Feature
Press To
1
keypad keys enter your unlock code
2OK (+) lock the phone
62).
M
>
Settings
>
Phone Lock
>
Security
>
Lock Now
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Unlocking Your Phone
Your phone’s unlock code is originally set to 1234. Your service provider may reset the unlock code to the last 4 digits of your phone number.
At the
Enter Unlock Code
Press To
1
keypad keys enter your unlock code
2OK (+) unlock your phone
prompt:
Setting Your Phone to Lock
Automatically
You can set your phone to lock every time you turn it off:
Find the Feature
Press To
1
keypad keys enter your unlock code
2OK (+) activate automatic lock
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M
>
Settings
>
Phone Lock
>
Automatic Lock
>
Security

If You Forget a Code, PIN, or Password

Your phone’s 4-digit unlock code is originally set to 1234, and the 6-digit security code is originally set to 000000. Your service provider may reset the unlock code to the last 4 digits of your phone number before you receive your phone.
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>
On
If you forget your unlock code, try entering 1234 or the last 4 digits of your phone number. If that does not work, at the
Enter Unlock Code
Press To
1
M
2
keypad keys enter your security code
3OK (+) submit your security code
If you forget your security code, SIM card PIN code, PIN2 code, or call barring password, contact your service provider.
prompt:
display the unlock code bypass screen

Using the Phonebook

This section briefly describes basic phonebook operations. For more information about using the phonebook, see page
76.
Storing a Phone Number
Enter a phone number in the home screen, then press
STORE
(+) to create a phonebook entry with that number.
Fill in the other fields to complete the entry. Select
MORE
to store another number (for example, a work
number) under the same Name.
Recording a Voice Name
When creating a phonebook entry, scroll to press
RECORD
(+). Press and release the voice key and say
the entry’s name (within 2 seconds). When prompted,
Voice Name
and
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press and release the voice key and repeat the name. Press
DONE
(-) to store the voice name.
Note:
This option is not available for entries stored on the
SIM card.
Storing a Picture for Caller ID
You can store a picture for a phonebook entry. The picture
appears when you receive calls from the entry.
Note:
This option is not available for entries stored on
the SIM card. When creating a phonebook entry, scroll to
press
CHANGE
(+). Press S to select a picture, and press
SELECT
(+) to store it for the entry.
Picture
and
Dialing a Number
Press M >
Tip:
To quickly highlight entries in your entries are sorted by Speed number to highlight it. For example, press number 15. If your entries are sorted by
Email
, enter the first letter of the entry’s name to highlight it.
For example, press
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Phonebook
> entry to call N.
No., press an entry’s speed
5 5
for the first entry that starts
Phonebook
1 5
Name, Voice Name
Voice Dialing a Number
Press and release the voice key, and say the entry’s name (within 2 seconds).
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list: If your
for entry
, or
Sorting Phonebook Entries
Press M > select whether you want to sort the phonebook list by
Speed No., Voice Name
When sorting by name, you can view the
Primary
number for a name, see page
Phonebook
number for each name. To set the primary
, press M >
, or
Email
.
79.
Setup
>
Sort by
All
numbers or just
, then
Name
Viewing Entries By Category
Press M > select whether you want to view predefined category ( in a category you created.
To set the category for a phonebook entry, see page 78.
Phonebook
, press M >
Business, Personal, General, VIPs
Categories
All
entries, entries in a
, then
), or entries
,
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Setting Up Your Phone

Storing Your Name and Phone Number

To store or edit your name and phone number
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information on your SIM card:
Find the Feature
Shortcut:
name and phone number. If you do not know your phone number, contact your
service provider.
Press
M#
M
>
Settings
>
>
My Tel. Numbers
from the home screen to edit your

Setting the Time and Date

You must set the time and date to use the datebook.
Setting Up Your Phone
Find the Feature
M
>
Settings
>
Time and Date
>

Setting a Ring Style

Your phone rings or vibrates to notify you of an incoming call or other event. This ring or vibration is called an alert.
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Phone Status
Initial Setup
You can select one of five different ring styles. The ring style indicator in the display shows the current ring style (see page
To set a ring style:
33).
Find the Feature
Press To
1
S
2
SELECT
(+) select the ring style
Each ring style contains settings for specific event alerts, ringer ID, and ringer and keypad volume. To change these settings, press
M
M
>
Settings
>
Style
scroll to the ring style
>
Settings
>
Ring Styles
>
Ring Styles
> style
Detail
.

Setting Answer Options

You can use additional, alternative methods to answer an incoming call.
Multi-Key
Open to Answer
To activate or deactivate an answer option:
Find the Feature
answer by pressing any key answer by opening the phone
M
>
Settings
>
In-Call Setup
>
Answer Options
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Press To
1
S
2
CHANGE
(+) select the option
3
S
4
SELECT
(+) confirm the setting
scroll to Multi-Key or Open to Answer
scroll to On or
Off

Setting a Wallpaper Image

You can set a photo, picture, or animation as a wallpaper (background) image in your phone’s home screen. The wallpaper image appears as a faint watermark in text and menu displays.
Find the Feature
Press To
1 2 3
4 5
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6
M
>
Settings
>
Personalize
>
Wallpaper
S
CHANGE
(+) open the picture viewer
S
up or down scroll to a picture/animation
SELECT
(+) select the image
S
CHANGE
(+) adjust the image layout
scroll to
Scroll to wallpaper image.
scroll to Layout
Picture
(None)
to turn off the
Press To
7
S
8
SELECT
(+) confirm the layout setting
9
BACK
(-) save wallpaper settings
scroll to
screen
Center
center of the display.
Tile
multiple copies of the image.
Fit-to-screen
if necessary, to fit the display.
Center, Tile
places the image in the
fills the display with
resizes the image,
, or
Fit-to-

Setting a Screen Saver Image

Set a photo, picture, or animation as a screen saver image.
The screen saver image displays when the phone is on and no activity is detected for a specified time. The image shrinks to fill the display, if necessary. An animation repeats for one minute, then the first frame of the animation displays.
Turn off the screen saver to extend battery life.
Setting Up Your Phone
Find the Feature
Press To
1
S
2
CHANGE
(+) open the picture viewer
M
scroll to Picture
>
Settings
>
Screen Saver
>
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Press To
3
S
up or down scroll to a picture/animation
Scroll to screen saver image.
4
SELECT
(+) select the image
5
S
6
CHANGE
(+) set the delay interval
7
S
8
SELECT
(+) confirm the delay setting
9
BACK
(-) save screen saver settings
scroll to Delay
scroll to the inactivity interval that triggers the screen saver
(None)
to turn off the

Setting Display Contrast

Find the Feature
M
>
Settings
>
Contrast

Setting Display Color

Select the color palette that your phone uses to display indicators, highlights, and soft key labels.
Find the Feature

Adjusting the Backlight

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Set the amount of time that the display and keypad backlights remain on.
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M
>
Settings
>
Color Style
>
Initial Setup
>
Personalize
Find the Feature
M
>
Settings
>
Backlight
>
Initial Setup

Setting Display Timeout

Set the display to turn itself off when no activity is detected for a specified time.
Find the Feature
M
>
Settings
>
Display Timeout
>
Initial Setup
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Calling Features

For basic instructions on how to make and answer calls, see page

Changing the Active Line

enabled SIM cards.
19.
Change the active phone line to make and
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Note:
This feature is available only for dual-line-
Find the Feature
The active line indicator in the display shows the currently active phone line (see page
M

Redialing a Number

Press To
1 2
Calling Features
3
N S
N
view the dialed calls list scroll to the entry you want to
call redial the number

Using Automatic Redial

When you receive a busy signal, your phone
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Call Failed, Number Busy
>
Settings
>
Active Line
.
>
Phone Status
32).
To redial the phone number:
Press To
N
or
RETRY
(+) activate automatic redial
Your phone automatically redials the number. When the call goes through, your phone rings or vibrates one time, displays
Redial Successful
, and then connects the call.

Using Caller ID

Incoming Calls
Calling line identification (Caller ID) displays the
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The phone displays the caller’s name (and picture, if available) when the name is stored in your phonebook, or
Incoming Call
You can also set your phone to play a distinctive ringer ID and/or light ID for specific entries stored in your phonebook. For more information, see page
Outgoing Calls
when caller ID information is not available.
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You can show or hide your phone number as an
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Calling Features
Find the Feature
M
>
Settings
>
My Caller ID
>
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You can override the default caller ID setting when you make a call. While dialing (with digits visible in the display):
Press To
M
>
Hide ID/Show ID
hide or show your caller ID for the next call

Canceling an Incoming Call

While the phone is ringing or vibrating:
Calling Features
Press To
IGNORE
(+) cancel the incoming call
Depending on your phone settings and/or service
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Turning Off a Call Alert

You can turn off your phone’s incoming call alert before
answering the call.
Press To
either volume key turn off the alert

Calling an Emergency Number

Your service provider programs one or more emergency phone numbers, such as 911 or 112, that you can call under any circumstances, even when your phone is locked or the SIM card is not inserted.
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Emergency numbers vary by country. Your phone’s preprogrammed emergency number(s) may not work in all locations, and sometimes an emergency call cannot be placed due to network, environmental, or interference issues.
Press To
1
keypad keys dial the emergency number
2
N
call the emergency number

Dialing International Numbers

Press and hold 0 to insert the local international access code (
+
) for the country from which you are calling.

Viewing Recent Calls

Your phone keeps lists of the calls you recently received and dialed, even if the calls did not connect. The lists are sorted from newest to oldest entries. The oldest entries are deleted as new entries are added.
Shortcut:
dialed calls list.
Find the Feature
Press To
1
2
Press N from the home screen to view the
M
>
Recent Calls
S
SELECT
(+) select the list
scroll to
Dialed Calls
Received Calls
or
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Press To
3
S
4
N
or
VIEW
(+)
or
M
The
Last Calls Menu
can include the following options:
scroll to an entry
\
means the call connected.
call the entry’s number Press and hold N for
2
seconds to send the number as DTMF tones during a call.
view entry details
open the perform various operations on the entry
Last Calls Menu
to
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Calling Features
Option Description
Store
Delete
Delete All
Hide ID/Show ID
Send Message
Add Digits
Attach Number
Create a phonebook entry with the number in the
Delete the entry. Delete all entries in the list. Hide or show your caller ID for the
next call. Open a new text message with the
number in the Add digits after the number. Attach a number from the
phonebook or recent calls lists.
To
field.
No.
field.
Option Description
Send Tones
Talk then Fax
Send the number to the network as DTMF tones.
This option displays only during a call.
Talk and then send a fax in the same call (see page
87).

Returning an Unanswered Call

Your phone keeps a record of your unanswered calls, and displays:
X Missed Calls
Press To
1
VIEW
2
S
3
N
, where X is the number of missed calls
(+) see the received calls list
select a call to return make the call

Using the Notepad

The most recent set of digits entered on the keypad are stored in your phone’s notepad memory. This can be a phone number that you called, or a number that you entered but did not call. To retrieve the number stored in the notepad:
Calling Features
Find the Feature
M
>
Recent Calls
>
Notepad
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Press To
N
or
M
or
STORE
(+) create a phonebook entry
call the number
open the number or insert a special character
with the number in the

Attaching a Number

While dialing (with digits visible in the display):
Press To
M
>
Attach Number
Calling Features
attach a number from the phonebook or recent calls lists

Calling With Speed Dial

Each entry you store in your phonebook is assigned a unique speed dial number.
To see an entry’s speed dial number, press M
>
Phonebook
To speed dial a phonebook entry:
, scroll to the entry, press
Dialing Menu
VIEW
(+).
to attach a
No.
field
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Press To
1
keypad keys enter the speed dial number
for the entry you want to call
Press To
2
#
3
N
submit the number call the entry

Calling With 1-Touch Dial

To call phonebook entries 1 through 9, press and hold the single-digit speed dial number for one second.
Tip:
You must specify which phone number list you want to use with this feature: phone memory phonebook or SIM card phonebook (see page
79).

Using Voicemail

Voicemail messages that you receive are stored
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Your service provider may include additional information about using this feature.
Listening to Voicemail Messages
Find the Feature
The phone calls your voicemail phone number. If no voicemail number is stored, your phone prompts you to store a number.
Receiving a Voicemail Message
When you receive a voicemail message, your phone displays the
New Voicemail
f
(voicemail message) indicator and a
notification.
M
>
Messages
>
Voicemail
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Press To
CALL
(+) listen to the message
The phone calls your voicemail phone number. If no voicemail number is stored, your phone prompts you to store a number.
Storing Your Voicemail Number
If necessary, use the following procedure to store your voicemail phone number on your phone. Usually, your service provider has already done this for you.
Find the Feature
Press To
1
keypad keys enter your voicemail number
Calling Features
2OK (+) store the number
You cannot store a p (pause), w (wait), or n (number)
character in this number. If you want to store a voicemail number with these characters, create a phonebook entry for it. Then, you can use the entry to call your voicemail.
For more about these characters, see the More Here guide.
M M
>
Messages
>
Voicemail Setup

Using Call Waiting

When you are on a call, an alert tone sounds to
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Press To
1
N
2
SWITCH
(+)
or
LINK
(-)
or
M
>
End Call On Hold
You must turn on call waiting to use the feature. To turn call waiting on or off:
answer the new call switch between calls
connect the 2 calls
end the call on hold
Calling Features
Find the Feature
M
>
Settings
>
Call Waiting
>

Putting a Call On Hold

Press To
HOLD
(+)
(if
available)
or
M
>
Hold

Transferring a Call

You can announce that you are transferring an
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put the call on hold
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Announce the Call Transfer
Find the Feature
Press To
1
keypad keys dial the number where you
2
N
3
M
4
S
5
SELECT
(+) select
6OK (+) confirm the transfer
M
>
are transferring the call call the number and speak to
the person who answers open the menu scroll to
Transfer
Do Not Announce the Call Transfer
Calling Features
Find the Feature
Press To
1
keypad keys dial the number where you
2
N
M
>
are transferring the call transfer the call
Hold
Transfer
Transfer
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Phone Features

Menu Map

Main Menu
n
Phonebook
s
Recent Calls
• Received Calls
• Dialed Calls
• Notepad
• Call Times
• Call Cost
• Data Times
• Data Volumes
e
Messages
• Create Message
• Message Inbox
•Voicemail
• Browser Msgs
• Info Services
• Quick Notes
•Outbox
• Drafts
• MMS Templates
É
Office Tools
• SIM Tool Kit Apps *
•Calculator
• Datebook
• Shortcuts
•Alarm Clock
• Chat
• Dialing Services
•Fixed Dial
• Service Dial *
Q
•Quick Dial *
Games & Apps
á
Web Access
•Browser
• Web Shortcuts
• Stored Pages
•History
•Go To URL
• Browser Setup
• Web Sessions
h
Multimedia
• Themes
• Camera
• Pictures
• Sounds
• MotoMixer
•Videos
ã
IM
• Log In
• Offline Convs.
• Offline Settings
•Help
w
Settings
• (see next page)
* optional features This is the standard main
menu layout. Menu organization and feature names may vary on your phone. Not all features may be available on your phone.
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Settings Menu
l
Personalize
• Home Screen
•Main Menu
•Color Style
•Greeting
• Wallpaper
• Screen Saver
• Quick Dial
t
Ring Styles
•Style
style Detail
• Ring Lights
• Event Lights
H
Call Forward
• Voice Calls
• Fax Calls
• Data Calls
• Cancel All
• Forward Status
U
In-Call Setup
•In-Call Timer
• Call Cost Setup
• My Caller ID
• Talk and Fax
• Answer Options
• Call Waiting
Z
Initial Setup
• Time and Date
• 1-Touch Dial
• Display Timeout
• Backlight
•Scroll
• Language
• Contrast
•DTMF
•Master Reset
Phone Features
• Master Clear
m
Phone Status
•My Tel. Numbers
• Credit Info/Available *
• Active Line
• Battery Meter
• Other Information
S
Headset
• Auto Answer
• Voice Dial
J
Car Settings
• Auto Answer
• Auto Handsfree
• Power-off Delay
• Charger Time
j
Network
• New Network
• Network Setup
• Available Networks
• My Network List
•Service Tone
• Call Drop Tone
u
Security
• Phone Lock
• Lock Application
• Fixed Dial
•Call Barring
•SIM PIN
•New Passwords
c
Java Settings
• Java App Loader
•Java System
• Delete All Apps
• App Vibration
•App Volume
• App Priority
• App Backlight
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Feature Quick Reference

This section helps you locate features on your phone that are not described in this guide. For more detailed information, see the More Here guide (described on page
12).
Calling Features
Feature Description
Conference Call
Call Forwarding
Call Barring
During a call:
M
>
Hold
, dial next
number, press
LINK
(-)
Set up or cancel call forwarding:
M
>
Settings
Restrict outgoing or incoming calls:
M
>
Settings
>
Call Barring
N
, press
>
Call Forward
>
Security
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Messages
Phone Features
Feature Description
Send Text Message
Send Multimedia Message
Send Letter
Use MMS Template
Read Message
Store Message Objects
Send a text message:
M
>
Messages
>
Create Message
>
New Short Message
Send a multimedia message:
M
>
Messages
>
Create Message
Send a multimedia letter:
M
>
Messages
>
Create Message
Open an MMS template with preloaded media:
M
>
Messages
>
Create Message
Read a new text or multimedia message that you have received:
Press
READ
Go to a multimedia message slide, or highlight an object in a letter, then:
M
>
Store
>
New Multimedia Msg
>
New Letter
>
MMS Templates
(+).
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Instant Messaging
Feature Description
Log In
Find Others Online
Start Conversation
Open Active Conversation
End Conversation
Log Out
Log in to instant messaging:
M
> IM >
After you log in: Select
Contact List
list of other users. Start a conversation:
From your highlight a name in
Online Contacts
Open a conversation in progress:
From your highlight a name in press
VIEW
From the conversation display:
M
>
End Conversation
Log out of instant messaging:
Select
Log Out
IM Online
menu.
Log In
to see a
Contact List
, press
Contact List
(+).
from the
,
SEND IM
(+).
,
Conversations
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Chat
Phonebook
Phone Features
Feature Description
Start Chat
Receive Chat Request
End Chat
Feature Description
Create Entry
Create Group Mailing List
Start a new chat session:
M
>
Chat
M
>
New Chat
When you receive a chat request:
Press
ACCEPT
IGNORE
(-).
During a chat session:
M
>
End Chat
Create a new phonebook entry:
M
>
Phonebook
M
>
New
>
Email Address
Create a group mailing list as a phonebook entry:
M
>
Phonebook
M
>
New
>
(+) or
Phone Number
Mailing List
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Feature Description
Dial Number
Voice Dial Number
Set Ringer ID for Entry
Set Picture ID for Entry
Call a number stored in the phonebook:
M
>
Phonebook
phonebook entry, press Voice dial a number stored in the
phonebook: Press and release the voice key,
and say the entry’s name (within 2 seconds).
Assign a distinctive ringer alert to a phonebook entry:
M
>
Phonebook
M
>
Edit
>
Note:
The
Ringer ID
available for entries stored on the SIM card.
Assign a picture to display when you receive calls from an entry:
M
>
Phonebook
M
>
Edit
>
, highlight the
> entry
Ringer ID
> ringer name
option is not
> entry
Picture
> picture
N
to call
Phone Features
Note:
The
Picture
option is not available for entries stored on the SIM card.
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Feature Description
Set Category for Entry
Set Category View
Set Category Light ID
Phone Features
Sort Phonebook List
Set the category for a phonebook entry:
M
>
Phonebook
M
>
Edit
name
Note:
The available for entries stored on the SIM card.
Set a phonebook category view:
M
>
Phonebook
M
>
Categories
Set a distinctive light pattern to be displayed when you receive calls from phonebook entries in a specific category:
M
>
Phonebook
M
>
Categories
press
M
Note:
The available for entries stored on the SIM card.
Set the order in which phonebook entries are listed:
M
>
Phonebook
M
>
Setup
> entry
>
Category
> category
Category
option is not
> category view
, scroll to entry,
>
Edit
>
Light ID
Light ID
option is not
>
Sort by
> sort order
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Feature Description
Set Primary Number
1-Touch Dial
Set the primary number for a phonebook entry with multiple numbers:
M
>
Phonebook
press
M
number Set 1-touch dial to call entries
stored in your phone memory phonebook or the SIM card phonebook:
M
>
Settings
Touch
Dial
Personalizing Features
Feature Description
Ring Style
Ringer IDs
Ring Volume
Change the ring alert for an event:
M
>
Settings
>
style
Detail
Activate distinctive ring alerts assigned to phonebook entries:
M
>
Settings
>
style
Detail
Set ringer volume:
M
>
Settings
>
style
Detail
, scroll to entry,
>
Set Primary
>
>
> event name
>
>
Ringer IDs
>
>
Ring Volume
> phone
Initial Setup
Ring Styles
Ring Styles
Ring Styles
>
1-
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Feature Description
Keypad Volu me
Clock View
Menu View
Main Menu
Show or Hide Menu Icons
Phone Features
Set keypad keypress volume:
M
>
Settings
>
Ring Styles
>
style
Detail
>
Key Volume
Display an analog clock or digital time readout in the home screen:
M
>
Settings
>
Personalize
>
Home Screen
Display the main menu as graphic icons or as a text-based list:
M
>
Main Menu
Reorder your phone’s main menu:
M
>
Main Menu
Show or hide menu feature icons in the home screen:
M
>
Home Screen
>
>
>
Settings
>
Settings
>
Settings
>
Clock
>
View
>
Reorder
>
>
Home Keys
Personalize
Personalize
Personalize
>
Icons
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Feature Description
Change Home Screen Keys & Icons
Shortcuts
Change soft key labels, smart key function, and menu feature icons in the home screen:
M
>
Settings
>
Home Screen
Create a shortcut to a menu item: Highlight the menu item, then
press and hold Select a shortcut:
M
>
Office Tools
>
shortcut name
Menu Features
Feature Description
Language
Set menu language:
M
>
Settings
>
>
Home Keys
>
Personalize
M
.
>
Shortcuts
Initial Setup
>
Language
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Feature Description
Master Reset
Master Clear
Reset all options except unlock code, security code, and lifetime timer:
M
>
Settings
>
Initial Setup
>
Master Reset
Reset all options except unlock code, security code, and lifetime timer, and clear all user settings and entries except SIM card information:
M
>
Settings
>
Initial Setup
>
Master Clear
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Dialing Features
Feature Description
Fixed Dial
Service Dial
When you turn on fixed dialing, you can call only numbers stored in the fixed dial list.
Turn fixed dialing on or off:
M
>
Settings
Use the fixed dial list:
M
>
Office Tools > Dialing Services
>
Fixed Dial
Dial service phone numbers:
M
>
Office Tools
>
Dialing Services
>
Security
>
Service Dial
>
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Feature Description
Quick Dial
DTMF Tones
Your service provider may program your phone with one or more quick dial numbers, such as the customer service number.
Dial preprogrammed phone numbers:
M
>
Office Tools
>
Quick Dial
Activate DTMF tones:
M
>
Settings
Send DTMF tones during a call: Press number keys. Send stored numbers as DTMF
tones during a call: Highlight a number in the
phonebook or recent calls lists, then press
>
M
>
Dialing Services
Initial Setup
>
Send Tones
Call Monitoring
Phone Features
Network connection time is the elapsed time from the moment you connect to your service provider's network to
the moment you end the call by pressing includes busy signals and ringing.
The amount of network connection time you track on your resettable timer may not equal the amount
of time for which you are billed by your service
O
. This time
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.
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provider. For billing information, contact your service provider.
Feature Description
Call Times
In-Call Timer
Call Cost
View call timers:
M
>
Recent Calls
>
Call Times
Display time or cost information during a call:
M
>
Settings
>
In-Call Timer
View call cost information:
M
>
Recent Calls
>
In-Call Setup
>
Call Cost
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Note:
The use of wireless devices and their accessories may be prohibited or restricted in certain areas. Always obey the laws and regulations on the use of these products.
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Feature Description
Speaker­phone
Auto Answer
(car kit or headset)
Voice Dial
(headset)
Auto Handsfree
(car kit)
Phone Features
Activate a connected external speakerphone during a call:
Press
SPEAKER
(+) (if
available) or Automatically answer
calls when connected to a car kit or headset:
M
>
>
Car Settings
Enable voice dial with headset send/end key:
M
>
>
Voice Dial
Automatically route calls to a car kit when connected:
M
>
>
Car Settings
Settings
or
Settings
Settings
>
M
>
Spkrphone On
Headset
>
>
Headset
Auto Handsfree
Auto Answer
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Feature Description
Power-Off Delay
(car kit)
Charger Time
(car kit)
Set the phone to stay on for a specified time after the ignition is switched off:
M
>
Settings
Off
Delay
Charge the phone for a specified time after the ignition is switched off:
M
>
Settings
>
Car Settings
Data and Fax Calls
Feature Description
Send Data or Fax
Receive Data or Fax
Talk Then Fax
Connect your phone to the device, then place the call through the device application.
Connect your phone to the device, then answer the call through the device application.
Connect your phone to the device, enter the number, then press
M
>
Talk Then Fax
make the call.
>
Car Settings
>
Charger Time
N to
>
Power-
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Network Features
Feature Description
Network Settings
View network information and adjust network settings:
M
>
Personal Organizer Features
Feature Description
Create Datebook Event
View or Edit Datebook Event
Event Reminder
Phone Features
Set Alarm
Create a new datebook event:
M
> highlight the day, press the center select button, press
View or edit event details:
M
> highlight the day, press the center select button, press
View event reminder:
VIEW
(+)
Close event reminder:
BACK
(-)
Set an alarm:
M
>
Settings
>
Office Tools
Office Tools
Office Tools
Network
>
Datebook
>
Datebook
>
Alarm Clock
M
VIEW
,
>
,
(+)
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Feature Description
Turn Off Alarm
Calculator
Currency Converter
Turn off alarm: Press
DISABLE
Set 8-minute delay: Press
SNOOZE
Calculate numbers:
M
>
Office Tools
Convert currency:
M
>
Office Tools
M
>
Exchange Rate
Enter exchange rate, press
OK
(+), enter amount, and select $
in the bottom of the display.
Security
(-) or O.
(+).
>
Calculator
>
Calculator
Feature Description
SIM PIN
Lock Application
Lock or unlock the SIM card:
M
>
Settings
Caution:
PIN code 3 times in a row, your SIM card is disabled and your phone displays
Lock phone applications:
M
>
Lock Application
If you enter an incorrect
>
Settings
>
Security
SIM Blocked
>
Security
>
Phone Features
SIM PIN
.
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News and Entertainment
Feature Description
Launch Micro­Browser
Download Objects from Web Page
Web Sessions
Apply Phone Theme
Download Game or
Phone Features
Application
(micro-browser)
Start a micro-browser session:
M
>
Web Access
Download a picture, sound, or phone theme from a Web page:
Highlight the file, press press
STORE
Select or create a Web session:
M
>
Web Access
>
Web Sessions
Apply a grouped set of image and sound files to your phone:
M
>
Multimedia
Download a Java game or application with the micro-browser:
M
>
Web Access
highlight the application, press
SELECT
(+), press
(+).
>
>
Themes
>
DWNLOAD
Browser
Browser
SELECT
(+),
> theme
,
(+)
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Feature Description
Download Game or Application
(computer)
Launch Game or Application
Manage Pictures
Manage Sounds
Manage Video Clips
Edit Sounds With MotoMixer
Download a Java game or application from a computer:
Connect your phone to the computer, press >
Java Settings
Launch a Java game or application:
M
>
Games & Apps
highlight the application, press
SELECT
(+)
Manage pictures and animations:
M
>
Multimedia
Manage ring tones, sounds that you have composed or downloaded:
M
>
Multimedia
Manage video clips:
M
>
Multimedia
Edit MIDI-based sound files that you can use with your phone:
M
>
Multimedia
Mix]
or mix file name
M
>
Java App Loader
,
>
Pictures
>
Sounds
>
Videos
>
MotoMixer
>
Settings
.
>
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Feature Description
Create Ring Tones
Camera
Create ring tones that you can use with your phone:
M
>
Multimedia
>
[New iMelody]
Adjust light level and other settings for the built-in camera:
M
>
Multimedia
M
>
Pictures Setup
>
>
Sounds
Pictures
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Specific Absorption Rate Data

The model wireless phone meets the government’s requirements for exposure to radio waves.
Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. Government and by the Canadian regulatory authorities. These limits are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish permitted levels of RF energy for the general population. The guidelines are based on standards that were developed by independent scientific organizations through periodic and thorough evaluation of scientific studies. The standards include a substantial safety margin designed to assure the safety of all persons, regardless of age or health.
The exposure standard for wireless mobile phones employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit set by the FCC and by the Canadian regulatory authorities is
1.6
W/kg.1 Tests for SAR are conducted using standard operating positions accepted by the FCC and by Industry Canada with the phone transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands. Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR level of the phone while operating can be well below the maximum value. This is because the phone is designed to operate at multiple power levels so as to use only the power required to reach the network. In general, the closer you are to a wireless base station, the lower the power output.
Before a phone model is available for sale to the public in the U.S. and Canada, it must be tested and certified to the FCC and Industry Canada that it does not exceed the limit established by each government for safe exposure. The tests are performed in positions and locations (e.g., at the ear and worn on the body) reported to the FCC and available for review by Industry Canada. The
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highest SAR value for this model phone when tested for use at the ear is 0.70 W/kg, and when worn on the body, as described in this user guide, is 0.84 W/kg. (Body-worn measurements differ among phone models, depending upon available accessories and regulatory requirements).
While there may be differences between the SAR levels of various phones and at various positions, they all meet the governmental requirements for safe exposure. Please note that improvements to this product model could cause differences in the SAR value for later products; in all cases, products are designed to be within the guidelines.
Additional information on Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) can be found on the Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association (CTIA) Web site:
http://www.phonefacts.net
or the Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association (CWTA) Web site:
http://www.cwta.ca
1. In the United States and Canada, the SAR limit for mobile phones used by the public is 1.6 watts/kg (W/kg) averaged over one gram of tissue. The standard incorporates a substantial margin of safety to give additional protection for the public and to account for any variations in measurements.
2. The SAR information includes the Motorola testing protocol, assessment procedure, and measurement uncertainty range for this product.
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Consumer Information on
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Wireless Phones from FDA
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provides consumer information on wireless phones at:
cellphones/qa.html.
answers discussed at this web site.
Do wireless phones pose a health hazard?
The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using wireless phones. There is no proof, however, that wireless phones are absolutely safe. Wireless phones emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used. They also emit very low levels of RF when in the stand-by mode. Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure to low level RF that does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects. Many studies of low level RF exposures have not found any biological effects. Some studies have suggested that some biological effects may occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by additional research. In some cases, other researchers have had difficulty in reproducing those studies, or in determining the reasons for inconsistent results.
What is FDA's role concerning the safety of wireless phones?
Under the law, FDA does not review the safety of radiation-emitting consumer products such as wireless phones before they can be sold, as it does with new drugs or medical devices. However, the agency has authority to take action if wireless phones are shown to emit radio frequency energy (RF) at a level that is hazardous to the user. In such a case, FDA could require the manufacturers of wireless phones to notify users of the health hazard and to repair, replace or recall the phones so that the hazard no longer exists.
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Following are safety-related questions and
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Although the existing scientific data do not justify FDA regulatory actions, FDA has urged the wireless phone industry to take a number of steps, including the following:
Support needed research into possible biological effects of RF of the type emitted by wireless phones;
Design wireless phones in a way that minimizes any RF exposure to the user that is not necessary for device function; and
Cooperate in providing users of wireless phones with the best possible information on possible effects of wireless phone use on human health.
FDA belongs to an interagency working group of the federal agencies that have responsibility for different aspects of RF safety to ensure coordinated efforts at the federal level. The following agencies belong to this working group:
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
Environmental Protection Agency
Federal Communications Commission
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
National Telecommunications and Information Administration
The National Institutes of Health participates in some interagency working group activities, as well.
FDA shares regulatory responsibilities for wireless phones with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). All phones that are sold in the United States must comply with FCC safety guidelines that limit RF exposure. FCC relies on FDA and other health agencies for safety questions about wireless phones.
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FCC also regulates the base stations that the wireless phone networks rely upon. While these base stations operate at higher power than do the wireless phones themselves, the RF exposures that people get from these base stations are typically thousands of times lower than those they can get from wireless phones. Base stations are thus not the primary subject of the safety questions discussed in this document.
What is FDA doing to find out more about the possible health effects of wireless phone RF?
FDA is working with the U.S. National Toxicology Program and with groups of investigators around the world to ensure that high priority animal studies are conducted to address important questions about the effects of exposure to radio frequency energy (RF).
FDA has been a leading participant in the World Health Organization International Electromagnetic Fields (EMF) Project since its inception in
1996. An influential result of this work has been the development of a detailed agenda of research needs that has driven the establishment of new research programs around the world. The Project has also helped develop a series of public information documents on EMF issues.
FDA and the Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association (CTIA) have a formal Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) to do research on wireless phone safety. FDA provides the scientific oversight, obtaining input from experts in government, industry, and academic organizations. CTIA-funded research is conducted through contracts to independent investigators. The initial research will include both laboratory studies and studies of wireless phone users. The CRADA will also include a broad assessment of additional research needs in the context of the latest research developments around the world.
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What steps can I take to reduce my exposure to radio frequency energy from my wireless phone?
If there is a risk from these products--and at this point we do not know that there is--it is probably very small. But if you are concerned about avoiding even potential risks, you can take a few simple steps to minimize your exposure to radio frequency energy (RF). Since time is a key factor in how much exposure a person receives, reducing the amount of time spent using a wireless phone will reduce RF exposure.
If you must conduct extended conversations by wireless phone every day, you could place more distance between your body and the source of the RF, since the exposure level drops off dramatically with distance. For example, you could use a headset and carry the wireless phone away from your body or use a wireless phone connected to a remote antenna.
Again, the scientific data do not demonstrate that wireless phones are harmful. But if you are concerned about the RF exposure from these products, you can use measures like those described above to reduce your RF exposure from wireless phone use.
What about children using wireless phones?
The scientific evidence does not show a danger to users of wireless phones, including children and teenagers. If you want to take steps to lower exposure to radio frequency energy (RF), the measures described above would apply to children and teenagers using wireless phones. Reducing the time of wireless phone use and increasing the distance between the user and the RF source will reduce RF exposure.
Some groups sponsored by other national governments have advised that children be discouraged from using wireless phones at all. For example, the government in the United Kingdom distributed leaflets containing such a recommendation in December 2000. They noted that no evidence exists that using a wireless phone causes brain tumors or other ill effects. Their recommendation to limit wireless phone use by children was strictly
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precautionary; it was not based on scientific evidence that any health hazard exists.
Do hands-free kits for wireless phones reduce risks from exposure to RF emissions?
Since there are no known risks from exposure to RF emissions from wireless phones, there is no reason to believe that hands-free kits reduce risks. Hands-free kits can be used with wireless phones for convenience and comfort. These systems reduce the absorption of RF energy in the head because the phone, which is the source of the RF emissions, will not be placed against the head. On the other hand, if the phone is mounted against the waist or other part of the body during use, then that part of the body will absorb more RF energy. Wireless phones marketed in the U.S. are required to meet safety requirements regardless of whether they are used against the head or against the body. Either configuration should result in compliance with the safety limit.
Do wireless phone accessories that claim to shield the head from RF radiation work?
Since there are no known risks from exposure to RF emissions from wireless phones, there is no reason to believe that accessories that claim to shield the head from those emissions reduce risks. Some products that claim to shield the user from RF absorption use special phone cases, while others involve nothing more than a metallic accessory attached to the phone. Studies have shown that these products generally do not work as advertised. Unlike “hand-free” kits, these so-called “shields” may interfere with proper operation of the phone. The phone may be forced to boost its power to compensate, leading to an increase in RF absorption. In February 2002, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) charged two companies that sold devices that claimed to protect wireless phone users from radiation with making false and unsubstantiated claims. According to FTC, these defendants lacked a reasonable basis to substantiate their claim.
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