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Manual Part Number: 621-0341
Version 1.1**
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1 Some operations and features are network and subscription dependent and are not available in all areas. Check with your wireless service provider for availability and description
of features.
2 Some of the mobile Internet services have been pre-configured by the service provider.
3 Languages may vary by region.
4 SyncML capability requires purchase of an additional NEC or carrier approved USB cable.
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SAFETY AND PERFORMANCE9
GETTING STARTED15
BASIC CALLS AND PHONE USE20
PERSONALIZING SETTINGS28
TEXT ENTRY50
MESSAGING AND VOICE MAIL56
CLOCK76
WEB BROWSER80
PHONEBOOK92
MY DOWNLOADS114
CALL RECORDS122
APPLICATIONS125
ACCESSORIES151
FDA INFORMATION154
WARRANTY159
Contents
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Wireless System Structure ..........................1
User Guide Conventions ...........................1
Phone Controls ................................2
Display Information ..............................3
Graphic Display Area ...........................3
Status Icons ................................3
Softkey Area ................................3
7 Color LED ................................3
Main Menu ..................................4
Sub-Menu Options ............................5
Menu Shortcut Selection .........................5
Keypad Shortcuts...............................5
Main Phone Features .............................6
Display Icons .................................7
Status Bar Indicators ...........................7
NEC Authorized Accessories .......................161
Limited Warranty ............................161
NEC Customer Service Support......................162
Index163
CTIA165
Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association Driver Safety Tips . . 165
515
s
Welcome to the next generation of wireless. Now you can talk anywhere and compute everywhere. Your NEC 515 phone brings together
the best of global GSM mobile connectivity with the best of PC accessibility. From browsing the web, to sharing files during
synchronization with your desktop, everything you need to maximize your time and simplify your life is in the palm of your hand.
Wireless System Structure
Every time you use your wireless phone, three or four different organizations are involved:
Content Provider
The people that
provide your mMode service
The people that
make your phone
Service
Provider
The people that supply
your SIM card and bills
Network Provider
The people that
transmit your calls
User Guide Conventions
The user guide legends direct your attention to specific information and are identified in the right column.
The instructions for all tasks and phone functions start at the Idle screen (see page 3) unless instructed otherwise.
When one or more of the(Left),(Right),(Up), and(Down) symbols are shown in the user guide, press the
corresponding part of the 4 way navigation key to move the cursor, scroll, cycle, or highlight.
The instruction “press” is pressing a key or button for one second or less.
The instruction “press and HOLD” is pressing and holding a key for two to three seconds.
User Guide Legends:
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This is a set of paragraphs
containing instructions. Follow the
directions in the sequential order
provided in the user guide.
This type of paragraph contains
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details of where to find related
information to the topic being
explained.
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This type of paragraph contains
information worth noting and is
provided in the right column.
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This type of paragraph contains
important information.
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Phone Controls
Softkey 1 and Softkey 2 functions change according to the phone’s current use. Softkey 1 function displays on the bottom, left corner of
the graphic display screen. Softkey 2 function displays on the bottom, right corner of the graphic display screen. Softkey 1 is located on
the upper left of the oval navigation keys on the keypad. Softkey 2 is located on the upper right of the oval navigation keys on the
keypad.
When an Options menu is available for the displayed screen, the Options Menu icon displays between the two softkey buttons on
bottom of the graphic display screen. Options Menu key is located on the bottom left of the oval navigation keys.
The Phonebook key is located on the bottom right of the oval navigation keys and is used to display a phonebook or access the web
browser.
The Select key is located in the center of the oval-shaped, navigation button and is used to select highlighted items or applications. It is
also used to save selections and changes.
The navigation key symbols are:(Left),(Right),(Up), and(Down). The navigation keys are located on the outer edge of
the oval shape. Press the corresponding part of the 4 way navigation key to move the cursor, scroll, cycle, or highlight. Navigation keys
are also used as keypad shortcuts to access a specific menu or list. Refer to page 5 for more keypad shortcuts information.
The Send key is used to dial and send calls. The Send key is located above the digit 1 key.
The Clear key is used to remove a character letter in the text entry screen and clear the present screen to return (go back) to the
previous screen. The Clear key is located above the digit 2 ABC key.
The End/On-Off key is used to turn the wireless phone On,
Keypad
turn it Off, terminate a phone call, or end current screen
activity or application to return to the Idle screen.
End/On-Off key is located on the right side of the keypad,
above the digit 3 DEF key.
The user guide icons for specific keys and actions are
identified in the table in the right column.
Softkey 1
Options Menu Key
Send Key
Select Button
Softkey 2
Phonebook &
Browser Key
End/On-Off Key
Icons for specific keys and actions.
Key NameIcon
Softkey 1Softkey
Softkey 2Softkey
Options Menu
MENU
Send
Phonebook/Brow
ser
End/On-Off
Select/Save
Left, Right
Up, Down
Clear/BackCLR
1
2
Clear/Back Key
Action NameIcon
Cycle
Select or Save
Select Button
Navigation Keys
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Display Information
Graphic Display Area
The graphics display area is a 2.2 inch screen in 65,536 colors. The area contains the greeting graphic upon power-up, status icon
graphics, and information when searching for networks and making calls.
The Idle screen shows the current network, vibrate status, mode status, current time and date, and what you have keyed in on the
phone’s keypad. See the Graphic Display Area of the graphic in the right column. (See Flag.)
Press Softkey 1 (Main) to display the phone’s Main Menu with animated icons and text in the graphic display area.
Status Icons
This area contains icons that indicate the battery strength, unread short messages, not accepting call, call forwarding, voice mail, GPRS
attached, connection status, and Network signal strength. See the Status Icons of the graphic in the right column and the graphic below.
Softkey Area
Depending upon the current screen, the area displays applicable text information (e.g., letters available for a key press during text entry)
or context sensitive descriptions of the softkey indicator functions. Softkey 1 and Softkey 2 functions change according to the phone’s
current use. See Softkey Area of the graphic in right column and the graphic in the left column.
7 Color LED
The LED is located on the back of the handset’s flip
cover. The LED glows red when the phone is being
charged. The LED glows blue when receiving a
message or voice mail. The LED colors (green, light
blue, red, yellow, purple, pearl, and blue) can also be
utilized as color identification to assign colors to
different callers (refer to Phonebook contents on page
98).
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AT&T Wireless
Idle Screen
Status Bar Indicators
1 Battery Level
2 Message
3 MMS Message
4 Voice Mail
5 Call Forward
6 Lock/Security
7 GPRS Status
8 mMode
9 Line Status
10 Signal Strength
AT&TWireless
The Idle screen automatically
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appears after the phone is powered
On, but not in use.
Status Icons
AT&TWireless
Graphic
Display
Area
Softkey Area
Alarm
Idle Screen Icons
Left to Right
1 TTY ON (See Flag.)
2 JAVA Auto Run Failure
3 Phone Mode
4 Vibrate/Vibrate Silent/Silent
(No Icon In Position Means Off)
Softkey Area Indicators
Left to Right
1 Softkey 1 Indicator
2 Options Menu
3 Softkey 2 Indicator
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TTY is an abbreviation for
teletypewriter and text
telephony--equipment that employs
interactive text based
communications through the
telephone network.
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Main Menu
The menu structure begins with the Main Menu icons for top level options. To access a menu option:
Press Softkey 1 to access the Main Menu. Press the option number 1 through 8 or
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press(Left),(Right),(Up), or(Down) navigation key to highlight the desired menu option with a box frame and
press(Select) to confirm your choice. (See Flags for more information.)
A Main Menu Icon becomes animated
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when it is highlighted.
1. Settings
4. Web browser
7. Call records
(Sub-menus)
1. Phone settings
2. Screen settings
3. Call settings
4. Security settings
5. Network settings
6. Other settings
7. Reset settings
(Sub-menus)
1. mMode Home
2. Bookmarks
3. Go to webpage
4. Saved pages
5. Last address
6. Settings
(Sub-menus)
1. Last call
2. Missed calls
3. Received calls
4. Dialed calls
5. Total calls
6. Charge info
2. Message center
(Sub-menus)
1. Inbox
2. Drafts
3. Outbox
4. Sent
5. Recycled
6. User 1
7. User 2
8. Voice
5. Phonebook (See Flag.)
Phonebook list
8. Applications
(Sub-menus)
1. Calculator
2. Scheduler
3. To Do list
4. Notepad
5. Currency converter
6. Voice memo
7. Synchronization
8. IR Receive
3.Clock
(Sub-menus)
1. Show clock
2. Set time
3. Set date
4. Set alarm
5. Set auto on/off
6. Set format
7. Set time zone
8. Daylight savings
6. My downloads
(Sub-menus)
1. Apps and Games
2. Music
3. Pictures
The default highlighted selection for
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the Main Menu is Phonebook. The
phone book type that was used last
is displayed.
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When an option list is displayed,
press(Up) or(Down)
navigation key to move the highlight
box over the desired option, and
press(Select) to select the
option.
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The currently selected option on a
sub-menu is marked by a
checkmark if the options are not
numbered. A box frame surrounds
the option number if the options are
numbered.
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Press CLR (Clear/Back) to return to
the previous screen.
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Press(End/On-Off) to return to
the Idle screen.
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Sub-Menu Options
A sub-menu list displays for the selected Main Menu option. The sub-menu options are shown in the table on the previous page.
Press the sub-menu option number or press(Up) or(Down) navigation key to highlight the desired sub-menu option and press
(Select) to confirm your choice.
Menu Shortcut Selection
An alternative ‘shortcut’ method of selection allows you to jump straight to a menu or function without highlighting an icon and scrolling
through the sub-menu options. The selections are made by pressing numbers on the keypad that relate to the displayed menu options.
Shortcut Selection Examples
Use the shortcut selection method to set Any Answer Key feature On or Off as follows:
Press Softkey 1 (Main),1,1,3,and 1. The option is set to any key answer and returns to the previous menu.
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Use the shortcut selection method to access the calculator function as follows:
Press Softkey 1 (Main),8,and 1 to display the Calculator screen.
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Keypad Shortcuts
The following single button shortcuts are available from the Idle screen (the screen that automatically appears when the phone is
powered On but not in use). (See Flag.)
Press(Up) navigation key to access the Phone mode menu.
Press(Down) navigation key to access the Voice memo list.
Press and HOLD(Down) navigation key to access the Voice tag list.
Press(Left) navigation key to access the Received call log.
Press(Right) navigation key to access the Missed call log.
MENU
Press(Options Menu) key to access the Options Menu for the current screen.
Press(Phonebook) key to access the Phonebook.
Press and HOLD the(Phonebook) key to access the Web browser.
Press Softkey 1, (located on the upper left hand side of handset) to access the Main Menu.
Press Softkey 2, (located on upper right hand side of handset) to access the Message center..
Press off-hook(Send) key once to access the Dialed call Log.
Press off-hook(Send) key twice to dial the last number called.
Press(End/On-Off) to end
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current screen activity or application
and return to the Idle screen.
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Main Phone Features
The GSM GPRS phone can be used almost anywhere in the world with the Quad band (GSM 850/1900 and GSM 900/1800 bands).
Your phone has the following features:
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2 Games (user may delete)
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2 Softkeys
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7-Color LED
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20 Voice memos (20 second recording time per memo)
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10 Voice Recognition Tags
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800 mAh Lithium-ion Battery
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Alternate Line Service (ALS) compatibility*
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Calculator
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Color ID alert and vibrate mode
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Currency converter
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Date, Time & Alarm
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Download graphics, phonebook pictures and ring tunes
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Email
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Internet Enabled
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IR/business card transfer
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JAVA
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Large 2.2 inch, 216 by 162 pixels with 65,536 color display
screen
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Messaging (EMS/MMS/SMS)
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Enhanced Messaging Service (EMS)
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Multi-media Messaging Service (MMS)
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Short Messaging Service (SMS)
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Multi-party call capability (conference calling)
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One-button Internet access (mMode)
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Organize your life with SyncML functionality (synchronizes
Phonebook, To Do’s, and Scheduler/Calendar)
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Contacts
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Scheduler/Calendar events
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To Do tasks
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Personalize your phone with down-loadable content
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40-layer polyphonic ring tunes
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Wallpapers
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Picture caller-id (10)
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Phonebook (can store up to 500 records)
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SIM memory phonebook (store up to 250 records,
depending on SIM capacity)
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T9™ Text Input
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User mode settings (Normal, Meeting, Pocket and Car)
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Voice mail
* Alternate Line Service (ALS) is having 2 phone numbers. The digit 1 displays with icons that represent ALS 1. The digit 2 displays
with icons that represent ALS 2. With only one phone number (no ALS), digits do not display with the icons to represent single number
service.
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Display Icons
Status Bar Indicators
Signal StrengthNetwork Connection
Battery PowerBattery Charging
New MessageCall Forward On
New MMS MessageALS Line 1, Line 2
LockedALS Line 1 (Unencrypted)
New Voice Mail Message(See Flag.)Security Class 1, Class 2
GPRS PC Connected (Active)mMode (Active)
GPRS PC Connected (Inactive)mMode (Inactive)
New MMS on servermMode data transfer
Idle screen Icons
Vibrate Mode On
Vibrate Silent On
Silent On
Pocket Mode On
Meeting Mode On
Car Mode On
TTY On
Alarm On
Auto Run Failure
SIM FullMailbox Full
Dial Screen Icons
Dialed Call DialingDialed Call Connected
Received callCircuit/Modem Connection
Sending MessageChecking Server
Normal (See Flag.)
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No icon shows for Normal mode.
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Only one voice mail icon displays at
a time. The icon that displays
depends upon the service: the first
icon displays when there is voice
mail for only one phone number;
the second icon displays when there
is voice mail for ALS 1; the third
icon displays when there is voice
mail for ALS 2; and the fourth icon
displays when there is voice mail for
ALS 1 and ALS 2.
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Line Item Icons
Cascading menu arrowPrivate Status
Cycling field arrows“MMS”
“Business” category“MMS” with attachment
“Personal” category“MMS” on server
“Others” category“Email”
“High” priority“Email” with attachment
“Low” priority“SMS/EMS”
Clock/Timer“SMS/EMS” with attachment
No icon shows for “Normal”
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priority.
Alert Pop up Icons
Reminder of scheduled event
Recurring event“SMS/EMS” stored in SIM
Complete“SMS/EMS” with attachment
(task, item, etc.)stored in SIM
“Normal” priority (See Flag.)
Full-size Pop-up Screen Icons
Busy/Please WaitDecision symbol
Activity successfulMessage arrived
Activity failed
Low battery alert
Something needs attention
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Safety and Performance
Fully charge the phone’s battery before you use your new wireless phone (see page 17 for the first time charging instructions).
User Caution
Phone settings should be adjusted to suit the likes and preferences of the individual user. Users sensitive to loud noises or sudden
alarms should take care not to use or set the phone in any manner that may result in the user being unduly alarmed.
For example, a user with heightened sensitivity to noise should adjust the wireless phone to a volume setting that is within his or her
range of comfort. If you believe the wireless phone causes you any adverse reaction, you should discontinue using the phone
immediately.
Emergency Services
Ensure your wireless phone is turned On, the battery is properly charged, and that the network connection has adequate signal strength
before attempting an emergency call. If your battery is empty (see page 17), you can not make or receive any calls, including
emergency calls.
To make an emergency call in the United States,
Input the emergency number for your present location (i.e., 911 or other designated emergency number).
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Press(Send).
In the United States of America, the
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emergency number is 911.
Ask the operator for the service you require: Police, Ambulance, Fire, Coastguard or Mountain Rescue Services. Give accurate and necessary
information. If possible, remain stationary to maintain phone contact. Do not terminate the call until given permission to do so.
(See Flags for more emergency information.)
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without service activation or SIM
card. Your location is delivered to
the emergency operator along with
your caller ID as required by FCC
guidelines.
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Due to the nature of the wireless
system, the success of emergency
calls cannot be guaranteed. Never
rely solely on a wireless phone for
essential communications such as
medical emergencies.
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Safety
Prior to operating your wireless phone, please read this manual thoroughly, including the care and safety information. Observe the
following guidelines for safe and efficient operation of the phone.
General Care
A wireless phone contains delicate electronic circuitry, magnets, and battery systems. You should treat it with care and give particular
attention to the following points.
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Do not allow the phone or its accessories to come into contact with liquid or moisture at any time.
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Do not place anything in the folded phone.
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Do not expose your phone to extreme high or low temperatures.
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Do not expose your phone to direct flame, cigars or cigarettes.
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Do not paint your phone.
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Do not drop or subject your phone to abusive treatment.
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Do not place the phone near or against computer diskettes, credit cards, travel cards and other magnetic media. The information
contained on disks or cards may be affected by the phone.
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Do not remove the phone’s battery while the phone is turned On.
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Do not allow metal objects, such as coins or key rings, to contact or short-circuit the battery terminals.
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Do not allow children to play with the phone; it is not a toy.
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Do not attempt to disassemble the phone or any of its accessories. For repair, contact a NEC qualified repair center.
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Use only a damp or anti-static cloth to clean the phone. Do NOT use a dry cloth, a saturated wet-cloth, or electrostatically charged
cloth. Do not use chemical or abrasive cleaners as these may damage the case.
(See Flag for recycling information.)
General Safety
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The earpiece and phone may become warm during normal use. The unit itself may become warm during charging and use.
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Observe ‘Turn off 2-way radio’ signs, such as those near gas stations, chemicals or explosives. (See Flag.)
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A small rubber plug (for hands free socket protection) is included in the carton. Keep this out of reach of small children for whom
it could be a choking hazard.
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Do not allow children to play with the phone, battery charger, batteries or SIM card.
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The operation of some medical electronic devices (such as hearing aids, cardiac pacemakers, and other implanted equipment)
may be affected if a wireless phone is used next or near to them. Observe any warning signs and manufacturer’s
recommendations.
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Do not place the wireless phone on or near high heat items (e.g., candles, appliances that generate heat, etc.) or areas (e.g.,
fireplace, stoves, etc.) when the wireless phone is in vibrate mode. The vibration could cause the phone to move into the high heat
and cause a hazard.
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Remember to recycle: the
cardboard packaging supplied with
this phone is ideal for recycling.
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Turn Off the phone. The wireless
phone can still be a hazard in these
areas even when set in vibrate
mode.
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Radio Frequency (RF) Signals
THIS MODEL PHONE MEETS THE GOVERNMENT’S REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES.
Your wireless phone contains a radio transmitter and receiver. Your NEC phone is designed and manufactured not to exceed the
emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S. Government.
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 exposure standard for wireless mobile phones employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR). The
SAR limit set by the FCC is 1.6W/kg.
* Tests for SAR are conducted using standard operating positions accepted by the FCC 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 antenna, the lower the output.
Before a phone model is available for sale to the public, it must be tested and certified to the FCC that it does not exceed the limit
established by the government-adopted requirement for safe exposure. The tests are performed on position and locations (for example,
at the ear and worn on the body) as required by FCC for each model. The highest SAR value for this model phone as reported to the FCC
when tested for use at the ear is 1.2 W/kg, and when worn on the body, is .561 W/kg. (Body-worn measurements differ among phone
models, depending upon available accessories and FCC requirements). While there may be differences between the SAR levels of
various phones and at various positions, they all meet the government requirement.
Body-worn Operation
The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this model phone with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the
FCC RF exposure guidelines. SAR information on this model phone is on file with the FCC and can be found under the Display Grant
section at http://www.fcc.gov/oet/fcid after search on FCC ID A98-KMP6J1F1-1A.
For body worn operation, this phone has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with a NEC accessory
designated for this product or when used with an accessory that contains no metal and that positions the handset a minimum of 1.5 cm
from the body.
*In the United States, the SAR limit for
wireless mobile phones used by the public
is 1.6 watts/kg (W/kg) averaged over one
gram of tissue. SAR values may vary
depending upon national reporting
requirements and the network band.
Aircraft Safety
The use of wireless phones in aircraft may be dangerous to the operation of the aircraft and may be illegal. Any use of a wireless phone
on board an aircraft must be in accordance with applicable regulations. Follow all flight crew instructions. When instructed to turn Off
your wireless telephone, do so.
Road Safety
Check the laws and regulations concerning the use of wireless telephones and their accessories in the areas where you drive and always
obey them. If you find it necessary to use your cellular telephone behind the wheel of a car, please:
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Give full attention to driving and exercise proper control of your vehicle at all times. (See Flag.)
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Observe all the recommendations contained in your local traffic safety documentation.
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Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call, if driving conditions so require.
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Turn Off your wireless phone at a refueling point, such as a gas station, even if you are not refueling your own car.
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Do not store or carry flammable or explosive materials in the same compartment as a wireless phone.
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Use hands-free operation, if
available.
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Electromagnetic Interference
Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio frequency (RF) signals; however, certain electronic equipment may not be
shielded against the RF signals from your wireless phone.
Pacemakers
The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends a minimum separation of six inches (or 15 cm) be maintained between a
handheld wireless phone and a pacemaker. These recommendations are consistent with the independent research and
recommendations by Wireless Technology Research. Persons with cardiac pacemakers:
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Should ALWAYS keep the phone more than six inches from their pacemaker when the phone is turned On.
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Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket.
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Should place the phone to the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential for interference.
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If you have any reason to suspect RF interference, turn Off your phone immediately and remove the battery.
Whether the phone vibrates, plays a ring tune, or the volume buttons increase/decrease the ring sound, a received call to a wireless
phone may interfere with a cardiac pacemaker.
Hearing Aids
Digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you may want to consult your wireless
service provider.
Other Medical Devices and Medical Facilities
Operation of wireless phones could interfere with medical devices or implanted equipment which are inadequately shielded from
external RF energy. Consult a physician or the manufacturer of the medical device to determine if such devices are adequately shielded.
Turn Off your phone in health care facilities, if regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities
may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy
.
Vehicles
Electronic vehicle systems, such as anti-lock brakes, speed control and fuel injection systems are not normally affected by radio
transmissions. RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles. The
manufacturer of such equipment can advise if it is adequately shielded from radio transmissions. If you suspect vehicle problems
caused by radio transmissions, consult vehicle manufacturer or its representative regarding your vehicle and do not turn On your phone
until it has been checked by qualified approved installers. You should consult the manufacturer of any equipment that has been added
to your vehicle.
Posted Facilities
Turn Off your phone in any facility where posted notices require you to do so.
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Blasting Areas
To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn Off your phone when in a blasting area or areas posted: “Turn Off Two-Way Radio.”
Obey all signs and instructions. (See Flag.)
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Turn Off your phone prior to entering any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere, and obey all signs and instructions. Do not
remove, install, or change batteries in such areas. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or
even death. (See Flag.)
Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly marked. These include fueling areas such as gasoline
stations; below deck on boats; fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities; vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such a propane or
butane); areas where oxygen is used; areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain, dust, or metal powders; and any
other area where you would normally be advised to turned Off your vehicle engine.
Vehicles Equipped with an Air Bag
An air bag inflates with great force. Do not place objects, including either installed or portable wireless equipment, in the area over the
air bag or in the air bag deployment area. If wireless equipment is improperly installed in the vehicle and the air bag inflates, serious
injury could result.
Battery Care and Disposal
Do not leave the phone or the battery in places where the temperature could exceed 140 °F, e.i., on a car dashboard, on a window sill,
in direct sunlight, etc.
Turn Off the phone. The wireless
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phone can still be a hazard in these
areas even when set in vibrate
mode.
Do not put your phone’s battery in your mouth as battery electrolytes may be toxic, if swallowed.
Keep the battery away from children. It is not a toy and it could be a choking hazard.
Your phone battery is a sealed unit with no serviceable parts inside; do not attempt to open the battery covering.
Use only a battery approved by NEC for the 515 wireless phone.
Using any battery pack or AC adapter not specified by NEC for use with the 515 may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty and
approval given to the wireless phone. Do not connect more than one charger at any time.
To ensure the maximum life from your battery, allow the battery to fully discharge at least once a week. To fully discharge the battery,
leave the phone turned on until the message “RECHARGE BATTERY” is displayed and the phone shuts itself Off. If left unused, a fully
charged battery discharges in approximately one month. Store batteries uncharged in a cool, dark, and dry place.
Batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. Through the AT&T Wireless Reuse and Recycle program, consumers are invited to
bring unwanted phones, accessories, and batteries (regardless of the manufacture or carrier) to an AT&T Wireless retail store for
recycling. Use the website link to find an AT&T Wireless store nearest you:” http://www.attwireless.com/general/storelocator “.
Do not dispose of battery packs in a fire.
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Performance
Third Party Equipment
Use only batteries, chargers, and authentic accessories approved by NEC. Modifications, the use of third party equipment, cables, or
accessories that are not made or AUTHORIZED by NEC may invalidate any approval or warranty of your phone, may adversely affect the
phone’s operation, and may be dangerous. For availability of approved accessories, check with your wireless phone dealer.
Service
The wireless phone, batteries and charger do not contain user-serviceable parts. We recommend that your NEC wireless phone is
serviced or repaired by an NEC AUTHORIZED service center. Please contact your Service Provider or NEC at 1-800-637-5917 if you
believe that you require service. Any unauthorized service may invalidate the warranty of your wireless phone.
Efficient Use
For optimum performance with minimum power consumption, hold your 515 wireless phone (with the flip open) as you would any other
phone and speak directly into the mouthpiece.
Battery
The 515 phone contains an 800 mAh, standard Lithium-ion battery. Battery performance depends upon signal strength, network
configuration, phone features selected, battery age and condition, battery charging habits, temperatures to which battery is exposed, and
many like factors.
Idle and Talk Times
Your wireless phone works closely with the network you are using to provide the services you need. The standby and talk times achieved
depend on how you use the phone and the choices made by the network operator; up to 205 hours standby time and up to 4.5 hours
talk time (typically 3.3 hours talk time).
Antenna
Your phone has an internal antenna located at the base of the phone below the keypad.
As with any other radio transmitting device, avoid touching the antenna area when the
phone is turned On to optimize the antenna performance and talk time of the phone.
Contact with the antenna area may affect call quality and may cause the phone to operate
at a higher power level than otherwise needed.
Antenna located
in this area.
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Getting Started
Your 515 wireless phone is equipped with a battery, SIM card, hands-free headset, and a charger. Other accessory options can
customize your phone for maximum performance and mobility.
For all the features to work, you must have a SIM card that supports these features. (See Flag.) Even if you have a fully featured SIM
card, any feature not supported by the Network transmitting your call, will not work. This last point is especially important when you are
roaming among networks.
Before you try to use your phone, check that you have:
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NEC Authentic AccessoriesTM(see page 151)
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A valid SIM card inserted in the phone (see page 16)
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The battery fully charged (see page 17)
Service Activation
Before you can use your new NEC wireless phone, the service must be activated by a wireless service provider. Please contact your
local wireless service provider for any questions regarding phone activation.
Voice Mail and Text Messaging
Voice mail and text messaging services, when available, are provided by your wireless service provider. Before you can receive either
voice or text messages with your wireless phone, you must subscribe to these wireless service provider options. Contact your wireless
service provider for information on availability and setup of these services.
PIN and Security Codes
The SIM card is included in the
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phone box, supplied by the service
provider. The SIM card is required
for your phone to function properly.
When your service is activated, a PIN1and PIN2 (Personal Identification Number) are provided by the wireless phone retailer and
programmed into the SIM card. Check with your wireless service provider for additional information regarding your security codes and
passwords.
Use the PIN1 to lock and unlock SIM card to prevent unauthorized use of the SIM card. Use the PIN2 to access the FDN phonebook.
You may want to set up your own security code. Use the security code to lock and unlock the phone, lock access to the Internet, and
restrict access to the PIM (Personal Information Manager) application data. The default security code is ‘0000’.
A Security Code screen displays and requires entry of your PIN1 when the SIM PIN1 setting is locked and the phone is powered-on.
A Security Code screen displays and requires entry of your PIN2 when adding, editing, deleting, copying any phone entries in or to the
FDN phonebook. (See Flag.)
A Security Code screen displays and requires entry of your security code when you attempt to access features or functions that you have
locked.
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FDN is a network service provider
dependent feature.
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SIM Card
Before using your wireless phone you must register with a wireless network service provider to receive a SIM (Subscriber Identity
Module). The SIM card contains a computer chip that stores and tracks your phone number, the services included in your subscription,
and your SIM phonebook information. It is stored in a recess in the battery compartment.
The phone can not be used (except for 911 emergency calls) until a valid SIM is inserted.(See Flag.) It is possible to transfer your SIM
to another compatible phone and access your network services. The screen on your phone displays a message if the SIM card is not
inserted properly. (See Flag and Warnings.) If the SIM is already inserted, see Powering On the Phone, page 19.
Inserting a SIM Card
Make sure that the power is Off and remove the battery. (1) Release the latch. (2) Lift battery out (as in left picture below) to
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reveal the SIM location.
Slide the SIM card holder (see right picture below) in the battery compartment to open the latch and lift the holder up. Insert the SIM
card into the card holder with the notch on the card lined up as shown.
Make sure the SIM is fully inserted in the holder and gently press the card holder into place. Slide the SIM card holder to close
the latch and replace the battery.
Removing a SIM Card
Remove the battery and slide the SIM card holder in the battery compartment to open the latch.
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Lift the holder up to easily pull the SIM card out of the card holder.
Gently press the card holder into place and slide the SIM card holder to close the latch.
Replace the battery.
Ensure your wireless phone is
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turned On, the battery is properly
charged, and that the network
connection has adequate signal
strength before attempting an
emergency call. If your battery is
empty (see page 17), you can not
make or receive any calls, including
emergency calls.
A message displays if any locks
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have been set or the wrong SIM has
been inserted. Please follow any
instructions given, e.g., ‘Return to
Service Center’.
If the phone, or the SIM, is lost
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or stolen then you should
contact your Service Provider
immediately in order to prevent
unauthorized use.
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Do not bend or scratch your
SIM card.
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If the SIM card is not fully
inserted when the battery is
replaced, damage to the SIM
card can occur.
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Preparing the Battery
The minimum performance of the 800 mAh, standard Lithium battery is: up to 205 hours standby time and 4.5 hours talk time (typically
3.3 hours talk time). These times are estimates only and depend on your location within the network, the frequency at which your
location is updated, the type of SIM you have, your reception area or ‘cell broadcast’ messages, and the use of Full Rate or Enhanced
Full Rate speech , as well as other factors that affect both standby and talk times.
Charging the Battery the First Time
Your phone is powered by a rechargeable battery. A new phone battery must be fully charged before using your wireless phone the first
time.
Before trying to use your phone, ensure the SIM card is inserted and the battery is in place on the phone. Place the battery
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terminal end towards the hinge of the phone. Lower the battery toward the phone to lock into place. (See Warning and graphic in
right column.).
Connect the NEC battery charger supplied with your phone to a compatible power outlet.
Connect the charger plug into the connector on the base side of the phone. (See graphic in right column.)
Check that the battery icon pulses and the LED, located on the back of the flip cover, glows red. (See Flag and graphic in right
column.) To fully charge the battery, leave the phone charging until the LED goes out and the battery icon displays as full.
Checking the Battery
The battery charge indicator shows the approximate charge level of the battery while the phone is in use and not being charged. The
blocks on the display show the charge of your battery pack.
DO NOT connect a charger or
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any other external DC source if
the phone's battery is not
inserted. If this happens, the
phone may not function
properly.
Battery
Terminal
End
Full battery powerLow battery powerBattery empty (red)
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Check the icon at the top, left corner of the screen (the status bar, see page 3).
Low Battery Indication
When the battery voltage falls below the working level, RECHARGE BATTERY appears on the graphics display area and an empty battery
icon displays in the status bar. With the recharge notification, the phone also sounds a short tone at ten-second intervals. Once the
recharge message displays and the short tone sounds, the phone battery has approximately one minute of use remaining. The phone
automatically powers Off.
The battery charge continues to drop after the “RECHARGE BATTERY” warning displays. In extreme cases where the battery is left
uncharged for some considerable time after the warning is displayed, a trickle charge is used to slowly charge the battery back up to a
safe level at which fast charging can begin. During this time, the battery icon will show charging but you are not able to make or receive
a call, or fully power up the phone. Normal wireless phone operation resumes once fast charging begins. The phone can be in tricklecharge for a few hours before fast charging starts if the battery is left uncharged for some days after the recharge warning.
Charger Connector
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The LED located on the back of the
flip indicates when charging is
complete by turning Off.
LED
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Charging the Battery
The charger unit begins to restore the battery power when it is connected to the phone. (See Warnings.)
Connect the charger plug into the connector at the base side of the phone as indicated on page 17.
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Check that the battery icon is displayed and the LED glows red (located on the back of the flip).
During charging, the battery charging icon displays and the LED continually glows red. When charging is complete, the battery
icon displays as full and the LED turns off. The battery icon and LED display as described even when the phone is turned Off
during charging.
If you need to receive calls, the wireless phone can be turned On and left in Idle while it is charging, although the total time takes longer
to charge.
The wireless phone is designed to be charged with the NEC equipment listed in the specifications of your phone.
Changing the Battery
Make sure the phone is turned Off. Some settings, stored numbers, and messages may be lost if the battery is removed while the power
is On.
Slide the battery catch towards the base of the phone (see in picture below).
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Carefully lift the battery away from the phone (see in picture below).
Put the new battery pack in place with the battery terminal end towards the hinge of the phone (see in picture below).
Lower the battery toward the phone to lock into place.
Using any battery pack or AC
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adapter not specified by NEC
for use with this phone may be
dangerous and may invalidate
any warranty and approval
given to the wireless phone. Do
not connect more than one
charger at any time. Do not
leave the charger connected to
the power supply when it is not
in use.
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if the temperature is below 0 °C
(32 °F) or above 25 °C (77 °F).
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Using any battery pack or AC
adapter not specified by the
manufacturer for use with this
phone creates a potential
safety hazard.
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Powering-On the Phone
Turning the Phone On
Do not remove the battery to turn
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your phone Off as this may cause
loss of stored information.
Press and HOLD(On-Off) to turn On the phone.
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The screen displays mMode animation during the powering-on process.
After the powering On process, the phone displays the Idle screen.
You may need to input your PIN1 code or phone security code (refer to page 15).
Turning the Phone Off
Press and HOLD(On-Off) until it powers down. The power down screen displays the
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NEC High Definition Mobile graphic and the phone powers Off.
After powering Off or turning the wireless phone Off, you must wait three seconds before
powering On.
Language Display
If the display is showing any language other than your own, proceed as follows:
Press Softkey 1 (Main) to display the Main Menu. Press 1, 2, and 5 to display the Language screen. (See Flag.)
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Press the appropriate key to select the required language.
Press(End) to return to the Idle screen.
Frequency Bands
The type of frequency band that you use depends upon your location. (See Flag.)
AT&TWireless
Language
The phone supports the above
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languages and the keyboard
symbols have been chosen for
world-wide operation.
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Press Softkey 1 (Main),1,5,and 4 to display Band screen.
Press 1 to select the 850/1900 frequency band if you are located in the United States or
press 2 to select the 900/1800 frequency band if you are located in Europe.
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Frequency bands need to be
changed for the wireless phone to
work properly when traveling
outside the United States.
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Basic Calls and Phone Use
Make a call the same way as you would with a normal push-button phone, except you must press(Send) after entering the area
code and phone number to ensure the call is sent.
Dialing Calls
Key in the phone number. Check the number on the display.
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Press(Send) to connect the call. (See Flag.)
While making the call, the screen displays the name with the phone number dialed (if a name has been stored in a phonebook along
with the number--see page 94) and a connection graphic or a phonebook picture if one has been allocated to the number called (see
page 99).
The number dialed and information related to the number dialed is stored in the dialed calls list. The last 10 calls made are stored. Each
time you make a call after the dialed call list is full, the oldest call drops off the list and the newest call is placed at the top of the list.
Press(Send) to access the dialed call list.
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Correcting Mistakes
Press(Left) or(Right) navigation key to scroll through the number and place the cursor to the right of the incorrect number.
Press CLR (Clear/Back) key to clear individual digits to the left of the cursor or hold the CLR (Clear/Back) key at least 2 seconds to
delete the entire phone number. Press a number key and it is inserted at the cursor position.
Ending Calls
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There are 3 ways to end a call: (1) Press(End/On-Off), (2) Press(Options Menu) and 9 to disconnect a call,or(3)
Close your phone. (See Flag.) The phone returns to Idle.
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Receiving Calls
When someone calls your number,
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The phone ringer sounds (if set On - see page 29).
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The LED (located at the back of the flip cover) flashes.
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The phone number of the person calling may display on the bottom, left of the screen if the caller ID feature is available and the
caller has activated the feature.
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The calling person’s number along with a name and a picture (see page 99) may display if you have the caller’s phone number,
name, and an assigned picture stored in the phonebook.
If the caller has withheld their caller ID, the screen provides a message that the number is being withheld.
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If you are dialing a call, the phone
gives priority to receiving a call
unless you have already pressed
(Send).
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The digital technology of your 515
wireless phone helps to ensure that
your conversations are kept secure.
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Always press(End/On-Off) or
close your phone even if the other
person has ended the call first.
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If(End/On-Off) is held down, the
wireless phone turns Off.
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Accepting a Call
Press(Send) or Softkey 1 (Accept) to connect an incoming call.
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To use quick silent or any key to accept a call, refer to Answer Options on page 30. However, if you already have a call in progress,
pressing the any key function does not apply. With a call in progress, you must press(Send) or Softkey 1 (Accept) to answer an
incoming call. (See Flag.)
Rejecting a Call
Press(End/On-Off) or Softkey 2 (Reject) to reject or ignore the call. The call goes automatically to voicemail depending if
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voicemail is available by your service provider. (See Flag.)
Receiving a Call While in an Application
If you receive a call while creating a new message, you can accept or reject the call. When you accept the call, the message closes so
you may answer the call. The text entry for the message is saved and the message is saved in the Message center Drafts folder.
If you receive a call while you are in a PIM application (Personal Information Manager, for example typing a phone contact, calendar
entry, or a To Do task), you can accept or reject the call. When you accept the call, the application closes so that you may answer the
call. If you accept a call during text entry or editing changes, the text entry and changes are not saved.
If you receive a call while you are using the web browser, you can accept or reject the call. When you accept and end the call, the web
browser screen returns. You are still connected to the last website accessed.
Using Features/Application During a Call
There are a number of features and applications that you may use during a call. The ones that you cannot use during a call are listed in
the following table:
My DownloadsSend MMSPlay Voice MemoSynchronization
Unsuccessful Calls/Auto Redial
Accept
If you already have 2 calls in
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progress (whether active, on hold,
or mutli-party), a third incoming call
can not be accepted because the
Softkey 1 (Accept) will not be
displayed on the incoming call
screen.
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Do not press(End/On-Off) to
reject an incoming call if you
already have 2 calls in progress.
Pressing(End/On-Off) with 2
calls in progress does not reject an
incoming call but will disconnect a
call in progress.
Reject
With Auto redial set On, your phone will try up to 10 times to redial a number if the first attempt is not successful. If the call cannot be
connected, a tone is heard, the display shows an appropriate message, and the phone returns to Idle. The number is automatically
called again after a short delay. The phone will try up to 10 times to redial the number. The failure to connect a call can be due to
network problems or if the other phone is busy.
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Press Softkey 2 (Cancel) to end a redial attempt.
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Call Features
Caller ID
When you dial a call, you can send your own phone number to display on the dialed phone (see page 41).
When you receive a call, the caller’s phone number displays if the caller’s function for caller ID is set On or the caller’s phone number
has been stored in your phonebook.
Returning an Unanswered Phone Call
If your wireless phone receives a call and you do not answer it, the caller information is stored in the Missed calls list. To return an
unanswered call:
Press(End) to display the Idle screen and press(Right) navigation key to display the Missed calls log or
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press Softkey 1 (Main), 7, and 2 to display the Missed calls log.
Press(Up) or(Down) navigation key to highlight a missed call. Return the call using one of the 3 following ways.
(1) Press(Send), (2) Press Softkey 1 (Call), or (3) Press(Options Menu) and 1 to make the call from the Missed
calls Option menu.
Last Number Redial
To view and redial the last number you called:
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Ensure the Idle screen is displayed and no phone number is shown. Press(Send) once. The last number you called displays.
Press(Send) again. The last number you dialed is automatically called. (See Flag.)
MENU
Top Dog
313455677
3135554444
Jane Doe
3135778888
Plus (+) Dialing
Before you can enter a + symbol in a number, the cursor must be at the beginning of a number. (See Flag.)
To make international calls:
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Press and HOLDuntil the '0' character displayed changes to a '+' character on the display. The + replaces the
international access code used as the prefix number of the country from which you are calling and informs the network that you
are making an international call.
Input the country, area code (without the leading zero) and phone number that you wish to call.
When dialing, add the country code required. Storing all numbers with the country codes (e.g., 01 for the US, 44 for UK) is helpful. A
country code for another country is always the same, no matter what country you are dialing from. For example, to make an international call to a
typical UK number is entered as: