Spice mobile S-501 User guide

Thank you for purchasing Spice S-501 mobile
phone. Your phone provides short messaging
service, access to which can be locked to
protect your privacy. With your phone, you can
also challenge yourself or your friends to the
funny games.

Special Features:

? Mobile Tracker
? Speaker Phone
? Singtones
? 16 polyphonic ring tones
? Speed Dial

? Ring tone/Vibrator
? Auto power-on/off
? STK
? Phbook manager
? SMS Security

Declaration

Copyright © 2008 Spice Mobiles Ltd. All rights reserved.
All contents herein are protected under copyright law. Reproduction,

transfer, distribution or storage of part or all of the contents in this
document in any form without the prior written permission of Spice
is prohibited.

Spice has proofreaded the contents in this document, but there still
may be mistakes or omissions.

Spice reserves the right to make changes and improvements to any
of the products described in this document and to revise this
document without prior notice.

This document is provided as a user guide on Spice mobile phones
only and does not constitute any explanation about the hardware
and software configuration of the products described in this
document. The availability of particular products and enhancements
may vary by region. Please check with the Spice dealer nearest to
you.

Some certain functions referred in this document may be network
services and require support by your network operator or service
provider. Please check with your network operator or service
provider for more details.

This device may contain commodities, technology or software
subject to export laws and regulations from India. Diversion
contrary to law is prohibited.

For your safety, please read “For your safety” and “Safety
information” in this document before you use this device.

Symbols that may occur in this document are defined as below:
< > stands for soft keys; “ “stands for display information on phone

screen;[ ] stands for menus.

Contents

Special Features:.............................................................................1

For your safety..............................................................................VII

1.Your Phone....................................................................................1

Keys and parts .................................................................................1

Front view....................................................................................1

Display and icons.............................................................................2

2.Get Started.....................................................................................3

Install the SIM card and battery........................................................3

Charge the battery...........................................................................4

Use the travel charger..................................................................4

Battery strength indicator .................................................................5

Switch on/off your phone..................................................................5

Switch the phone on.....................................................................5

Switch the phone off.....................................................................6

Use the shortcut keys.......................................................................6

3.Call Functions...............................................................................9

Make a call ......................................................................................9

Make an international call.............................................................9

Hold a call and make another (Network-dependent) .....................9

Switch calls (Network-dependent) ................................................9

Use search entry........................................................................10

Use hands-free function .............................................................10

Redial your last numbers............................................................10

Listen to your voice mail.............................................................10

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Make an emergency call............................................................ 10

Make a call with extension number ............................................ 10

Adjust call volume...................................................................... 10

Answer or reject a call ................................................................... 11

Answer a call............................................................................. 11

Reject a call ............................................................................... 11

Options during a call.................................................................. 11

Hold a call and answer another (network-dependent).................12

Conference call (Network-dependent)........................................ 12

End a call ..................................................................................13

4.Call History .................................................................................14

Missed Calls..................................................................................14

Received Calls ..............................................................................14

Dialled Calls.................................................................................. 14

Call Time....................................................................................... 15

5.Entering Text...............................................................................16

Change input methods................................................................... 16

Use Multipress mode.....................................................................16

To enter text in Multipress mode ................................................ 16

Use T9 mode................................................................................. 17

To enter text in T9 mode ............................................................17

Use numeric mode ........................................................................17

Insert a symbol..............................................................................18

Others........................................................................................... 18

6.Menu ............................................................................................19

Access the menu...........................................................................19

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7.Phbook.........................................................................................20

Contacts.....................................................................................20

Search.......................................................................................20

Search Entry..................................................................................20

Search for a contact in smart dial ...............................................21

Options......................................................................................21

Add New Entry...............................................................................21

Add to SIM.................................................................................21

Add to Phone.............................................................................22

Speed Dial.....................................................................................23

Assign a speed dial number .......................................................23

Cancel a speed dial assignment.................................................23

Copy..............................................................................................23

Delete............................................................................................24

Own Number .................................................................................24

Memory Status...............................................................................24

8.Messages.....................................................................................25

Write Messages.............................................................................25

Create a new message: .............................................................25

Inbox .............................................................................................26

Drafts.............................................................................................27

Outbox...........................................................................................27

Memory Status...............................................................................27

Message Settings ..........................................................................27

Voice Mail......................................................................................28

Listen to your voice messages ...................................................28

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Voice mailbox number................................................................ 28

9.Profiles ........................................................................................29

Customize..................................................................................... 29

Tone Setup................................................................................ 29

Volume...................................................................................... 29

RingType................................................................................... 29

Vibrate Type ..............................................................................29

View..............................................................................................29

Reset ............................................................................................30

10.Display.......................................................................................31

Wallpaper...................................................................................... 31

Show Time ....................................................................................31

Text Display ................................................................................... 31

Backlight Brightness...................................................................... 31

Backlight Time...............................................................................31

Contrast ........................................................................................31

11.Game..........................................................................................32

Snake............................................................................................ 32

12.Alarm .........................................................................................33

Alarm Settings...............................................................................33

Alarm Status.............................................................................. 33

Alarm Time................................................................................ 33

Repeat ......................................................................................33

Alarm Ring ................................................................................33

Clear All.........................................................................................33

13.Call History ...............................................................................34

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14.Settings......................................................................................35

Time & Date...................................................................................35

Phone Setup..................................................................................35

Scheduled Power ON/OFF.........................................................35

Language...................................................................................35

Automatic Keypad lock...............................................................36

Call Setup......................................................................................36

Ear Piece Volume.......................................................................36

Call Divert..................................................................................36

Answer Mode.............................................................................37

Call Waiting................................................................................37

Call Time Alert............................................................................37

Send Own Number.....................................................................37

Network.........................................................................................38

Network Selection......................................................................38

Select Net Sequence .................................................................38

Security .........................................................................................38

Pin check...................................................................................38

SIM Lock....................................................................................38

Mobile Tracker ...........................................................................39

SMS Password Protect ..............................................................39

Change Password......................................................................39

Restore Factory Setting .................................................................40

15.STK.............................................................................................41

16.Care and Maintenance.............................................................42

17.Troubleshooting .......................................................................43

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Your phone cannot be switched on ................................................43

Your phone switches itself off......................................................... 43

PIN/PUK codes locked ..................................................................43

The call quality is poor...................................................................44

Your caller cannot reach you.......................................................... 44

You cannot make calls...................................................................45

The call volume is too low.............................................................. 45

Your correspondent cannot hear you speaking............................... 45

The phone doesn’t ring for an incoming call................................... 46

The battery does not charge properly............................................. 46

Network failure ..............................................................................47

18.Safety Information ...................................................................48

Operating environment.................................................................. 48

Medical devices.............................................................................48

Pacemaker................................................................................ 48

Hearing aid................................................................................49

Emergency calls............................................................................ 49

Make an emergency call............................................................ 49

Access Codes ...............................................................................49

Phone password........................................................................49

PIN code ...................................................................................50

PIN2 code .................................................................................50

PUK code.................................................................................. 50

PUK2 code................................................................................ 50

Charging and discharging..............................................................50

Precautions when using batteries ..................................................51

Precautions when using enhancements.........................................52

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Additional safety information ..........................................................52

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For your safety

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Read these simple guidelines before using the phone. Not following
them may be dangerous or illegal. Refer to “Safety information” on
page 48 for further information.

ROAD SAFETY COMES
FIRST

Obey all local laws.
Always keep your hands
free to operate the
vehicle while driving. Your
first consideration while
driving should be road
safety.

INTERFERENCE
All wireless devices may

be susceptible to
interference, which could
affect performance.

ENHANCEMENTS AND
BATTERIES

Use only approved
enhancements and
batteries. Do not connect
incompatible products.

SWITCH OFF NEAR
BLASTING

Follow any restrictions.
Do not use the device
where blasting is in
progress.

CONNECTING TO
OTHER DEVICES

SWITCH OFF IN
AIRCRAFT

Follow any restrictions.
Wireless devices can
cause interference in
aircraft.

SWITCH OFF IN
HOSPITALS

Follow any restrictions.
Switch the device off near
medical equipment.

SWITCH OFF WHEN
REFUELING

Do not use the device at a
refueling point. Do not use
near fuel or chemicals.

PROTECT THE
ENVIRONMENT

Do not dispose of
batteries in a fire or as
household trash. Obey
any local battery recycling
laws or environment
protection policy.

PROTECT THE
CHILDREN

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When connecting to any
other device, read its user
guide for detailed safety
instructions. Do not
connect incompatible
products.

BACK-UP COPIES

Remember to make
back-up copies or keep a
written record of all
important information.

Do not store any small
parts of the phone such as
a memory card where
children may access
them.

EMERGENCY CALLS

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Ensure the phone function
of the device is switched
on and in service. Enter
the emergency number,
then press the Talk key.
Give your location. Do not
end the call without
permission.

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nd hold

press to enter the main

1. Your Phone

Keys and parts

Front view

Your Phone

Navigation key

Loudspeaker

Display screen

Left soft key

In standby mode,
menu.

Talk key

1.Dial or answer a call.

2.In standby mode,

press to access your
outgoing calls.

* key

1. While dialing an
international call,
press and hold the

key to enter

the “+” symbol.

2. When entering
text, press the
key to access the
symbol list.

Phbook

Write Messages

OK key

Confirm your selection or input

Right soft key

In standby mode, press this key
to enter the [Search Entry].

End key

1.End a call.

2.When the phone is off, press

this key to switch it on; when
the phone is on, press a
this key to switch it off.

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Note:

Read “Use the shortcut keys” on page 6 for the use of shortcut keys.

Display and icons

Spice S-501 has a 26.10mm(H)*28.15mm(W) 1.5 inch 65K color
CSTN display screen.

Icons Meaning Icons Meaning

Signal strength.
Battery level.
New text message.

When your SMS
inbox is full, this icon

Ringer on.
Vibrator on.

Ringer off.

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blinks.
Vibrate&Ring

Roaming

Pending alarm.
Missed calls

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2. Get Started

Before you begin, you need to prepare your phone by installing the
SIM card, which is supplied by your service provider.

Warning:

1. The SIM card and its contacts can easily be damaged by scratches or
bending, so be careful when handling, inserting, or removing the card. Follow
the user guide provided by the SIM card vendor.

2. Keep all SIM cards out of the reach of small children.

Install the SIM card and battery

(1) Press and hold key for about two seconds to switch off

the phone.
(2) Slide the rear cover as the picture shows, and remove it.
(3) Take out battery.
(4) Insert the SIM card into the holder as shown, non-beveled

corner first, with the gold colored contacts on the SIM card

facing down.
(5) Position the battery so the gold colored contacts match up with

those on the phone. Insert the battery, contact end first into the

slot. Snap the other end of the battery into place. Buckle down

the bottom end of the battery cover first, and then slide your

finger along the cover towards the top of the phone to lock the

cover into place.

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(3) Connect the charger to a standard wall outlet.

phone.

(2) Insert the charger plug into the connector at the bottom of the
(1) Install the battery into your phone.

Use the travel charger

charging is in progress, you can still use your phone as usual.
charger is supplied with the phone when you purchase. When
Spice S-501 is powered by a rechargeable li-ion battery. A travel

Charge the battery

or charge it.

2. If you cannot switch on the phone after installing the battery, please reinstall
the card holder.

1. When inserting the SIM card, make sure the beveled corner matches up with

Note:

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(4) If your phone is on, the battery power indicator appears on the

screen and starts scrolling.

(5) When battery charge is complete, disconnect the charger from

the standard wall outlet first and then from the phone.

Note:

1. If the battery power is completely used up, the battery power indicator
appears 2 or 3 minutes after you start charging. In general, the charging
time should be 2 to 5 hours.

2. The full performance of a new battery is achieved only after two or three
complete charge and discharge cycles. It’s suggested that each of the first
two or three charging times lasts for over 10 hours. Don’t charge the
battery until the battery charge gets too low to operate the phone.

3. When the phone battery is removed or the battery power gets too low,
reinstall a new one or charge the battery as soon as possible; otherwise,
the phone time will be reset.

Warning:
Use batteries and chargers approved by Spice for use only. Using unapproved
batteries or chargers may cause explosion.

When the battery charge is complete, the battery bar stops
scrolling.

Battery strength indicator

When the battery is low, the empty battery icon blinks, the
“Low battery” message displays on the screen and a warning tone
sounds.

When the battery charge level is too low for operation, the phone
switches itself off and any data that is not saved may be lost.

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Switch on/off your phone

Switch the phone on

Press key to switch on the phone.

Warning:
Do not switch the phone on or activate any auto power-on function when
wireless phone use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger.

Warning:
Your phone has a built-in antenna. Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily
when the phone is switched on; otherwise, it may affect call quality and may
cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than otherwise needed.

? If the phone asks for a PIN code, enter the PIN code.
? If you enter an incorrect PIN code three times in succession, PIN

code is locked. You need to enter a PUK code to unlock it. Read
“Safety information” on page 48 for more details.

Switch the phone off

Press and hold key for about two seconds to switch off the
phone. You can also set a time for the phone to automatically switch
itself off by using [Scheduled Power ON/OFF] menu. Read
“Scheduled Power ON/OFF” on page 35 for details.

Use the shortcut keys

You can use some shortcut keys to access specific menus directly
from standby mode. Refer to the table below for shortcut keys
available with your S-501 phone.

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Shortcut keys Action Functions

Left Soft Key Press Enter main menu.
Right Soft Key Press Enter [Search Entry] menu

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In the standby mode, you can press key to enter [Shortcut list].
There are ten preset shortcut menus for you, such as [Search],
[Alarm], [Add New Entry], etc. Select the preferred shortcut menu,
and press key to enter the corresponding menu, while
selecting Left Soft Key <Options> to enter the following options:

? New: Create a new shortcut menu. You can create up to 10

shortcut menus. When the menu has been in [Shortcut list], the
phone will prompt:” Already exist” on the screen.

? Delete: Delete the selected shortcut menu.
? Move up: Move the selected shortcut menu up to the previous

one.

Press Access your outgoing calls.

Press
and hold

Press Enter numbers and characters

Press
and hold

Press
and hold

Press
and hold

Enter voice mail

Enter corresponding speed dial

Switch to Meeting mode from
normal mode. Press and hold it
again to switch to normal mode.

Enter “+” symbol

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? Move down: Move the selected shortcut menu down to the next

one.

? Move to top: Move the selected shortcut menu to the top one.
? Move to bottom: Move the selected shortcut menu to the

bottom one.

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Call Functions

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3. Call Functions

Make a call

Before making a call, check the signal strength to make sure you
are in a place with a strong enough signal for communication.

(1) In standby mode, enter the phone number (including the area

code).

(2) Press key to dial.

Note:

When dialing a phone number with an extension, press and hold key
to insert a Pause (P) symbol before the extension number. The extension
number will be sent a few seconds after the switchboard number is sent.

Make an international call

Enter the country code, area code and phone number. Then, press

key to dial. If necessary, press and hold key to insert a

Plus (+) sign before entering the country code.

Hold a call and make another
(Network-dependent)

You can hold the currently active call to make another call.
(1) When you are on a call, use the keypad to enter another phone

number.

(2) Press key to make the second call and the previous call

is automatically put on hold.

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Call Functions

Switch calls (Network-dependent)

When you have one active call and one on-hold call, you can press

Left Soft Key and select [Swap] to ‘shuttle’ between the two calls.

Use search entry

In the standby mode, enter a phone number and press Left Soft
Key to access the following options:

? Append number: Enter the [Search Entry] menu.
? Send message: Edit a message to be sent to the phone number

you entered.

? Guide: Turn on or off the Search Entry guide.

Use hands-free function

While in a call, you can press key to turn on or turn off the
speaker.

Redial your last numbers

In standby mode, press key and select [Call History?Dailled
Calls] to access your outgoing calls. Select your desired number

and press key to redial. Refer to “Call History” on page 14 for
more details.

Listen to your voice mail

When your phone receives a new voice message, a warning tone
sounds. You can dial the voice mail box number to listen to the
voice message received.

In the standby mode, press and hold key to dial the voice
mailbox number.

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Make an emergency call

Enter the emergency number and press key to dial.

Make a call with extension number

(1) Enter switchboard number, press and hold key to insert

a pause “P”, and then enter extension number.

(2) Press key to dial the number. The extension number will

be dialed after getting through the switchboard.

Adjust call volume

During a call, you can press key to increase volume and
key to decrease volume. You can also enter main menu and select
[Settings?Call Setup? Ear Piece Volume], and then press /

keys to adjust the call volume.

Answer or reject a call

When your service provider supports caller ID and it is enabled,
your phone shows the caller’s phone number when it receives an
incoming call. If the caller’s phone number is stored in your
Contacts, your phone shows the name assigned to the phone
number.

Answer a call

You can answer a call in the following ways.

? Answer key: When you select [Settings? Call Setup?

Answer Mode? Answer Key], press key or Left Soft Key

to answer a call.

? Any key answer: When select [Settings? Call Setup?

Answer Mode? Any key answer], you can press any key

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except key or Right Soft Key to answer a call.

? Auto answer: When you select [Settings?Call

Setup?Answer Mode? Auto Answer] and a hands-free kit is

used, the phone itself will answer the call in around 3 seconds.
You can also press key to answer the call before the phone

automatically answers it.

Call Functions

Reject a call

? Press key to reject a call.
? Select <Reject> to reject a call.

Options during a call

When you are on a call, press Left Soft Key to access the options.
Some options that you can use during a call are network services.

Options Functions

Hold Put the active call on hold to answer

Mute Mute the microphone so that the other

Call History Enter the [Call History] menu. Refer to

Phbook Enter the [Phbook] menu. Refer to

Messages Enter the [Messages] menu.

another call.

party cannot hear you speaking.

“Call History” on page 14 for details.

“Phbook” on page 20 for more details.

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Hold a call and answer another
(network-dependent)

If you have activated call waiting function, your phone gives off a
warning tone when you have another incoming call during an active
call. You can:

? Press key to answer the new call, with the previous call on

hold.

? Press key to reject the new call and continue with the

current call.

Conference call (Network-dependent)

Conference calling is a network service that allows up to six
persons to take part in a conference call. Call waiting function
should be activated to use the conference calling service. Refer to
“Call Waiting” on page 37 for more details.

(1) When you are on a call with the first participant and a new

participant is trying to reach you, answer the new call with the
first one on hold.

(2) Press Left Soft Key and select [Add to conference] to

connect the calls. All possibly available options when you
press Left Soft Key are as follows:

Options Functions

Swap Switch between the active and on-hold

End Current Call End the current call.
End All Calls End the conference call.
Add to

Conference

calls.

Connect the conference call.

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Mute Refer to “Options during a call” on page 9

for more details.

Call History Enter the [Call History] menu. Read “Call

History” on page 14 for more details.

Phbook Enter the [Phbook] menu. Read “Phbook”

on page 20 for details.

Messages Enter the [Messages] menu. Refer to

“Messages” on page 25 for more details.

(3) If you want to drop a participant from the conference call, press

Left Soft Key to select [End Current Call] and select the
participant to quit.

Notice:

Before using this function, please activate call waiting function. Please refer to
“Call Waiting” on page 37 for details.

Call Functions

End a call

To end a call, press key.

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4. Call History

Your phone keeps up to 30 records of your missed, received and
dialled calls. For the [Call History] to work properly, your service
provider must support caller ID and it must be enabled, your calls
cannot be blocked, and your phone must be on and within the
service area.

Missed Calls

This menu stores your missed calls. In the standby mode, press
Left Soft Key or key and select [Call History?Missed Calls]
to view your missed calls. Refer to “Dialled Calls” on page 14 for
more details.

Received Calls

This menu stores your received calls. In the standby mode, press

Left Soft Key or key and select [Call History?Received
Calls] to view your incoming calls. Refer to “Dialled Calls” on page

14 for more details.

Dialled Calls

This menu stores your dialed calls. You can enter the [Dialled Calls]
menu in the following ways:

? In the standby mode, press Left Soft Key or key to enter

main menu and select [Call History?Dialled Calls].

? In the standby mode, press key to enter.

? Select your desired dialed call record and press key to

view the detailed information.

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? Select your desired dialed call record and press Left Soft Key

to access the following options:

Options Functions

Call Number Dial the selected number.
Edit Before Call Edit the selected number and dial.

Add To SIM Save the selected number to SIM.
Add To Phone Save the selected number to the phone.
Send Message Send a message to the selected number.
Delete Delete the selected number.
Delete all Clear all outgoing call records.

Call History

Call Time

Use this menu to view the duration of your last call, answered calls,
outgoing calls and all calls.

In the standby mode, press Left Soft Key or key and select
[Call History?Call Time] to enter the menu.

? Last Call: Shows the duration of your last call.
? Received Calls: Shows total duration of all your received calls.
? Dialled Calls: Shows total duration of all your dialed calls.
? Total Time: Shows total duration of all calls.

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5. Entering Text

You can enter text and numbers by using the keypad. The phone
supports three input modes for entering text and numbers:
Multipress, T9 and Numeric. Multipress and modes are used fro
entering text, and Numeric mode is used for entering numbers.

The status indicator on the bottom-right side of the display screen
shows the input mode that you are currently using.

Abc Multipress text input mode, uppercase
abc Multipress text input mode, lowercase

ABC Multipress text input mode, caps lock

Eng T9 text input mode, uppercase
eng T9 text input mode, lowercase

ENG T9 text input mode, caps lock

123 Numeric input mode

Change input methods

In text entry mode, press key to switch the input methods.

Use Multipress mode

In Multipress mode, you enter a character by pressing the numeric
key on which the character appears.

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Entering Text

To enter text in Multipress mode

? To enter the first character on the numeric key, press once. To
enter the second character on the numeric key, press twice, and so
on.

? To enter a character that is on the same numeric key, pause after
you enter the first character.

Tip:

Press key to switch between uppercase, lowercase and capslock.

(Abc: uppercase; abc: lowercase, ABC:caps lock)

Use T9 mode

To form a word in T9 mode, press the numeric keys that contain the
letters you want. As you enter letters, T9 analyzes your key presses
and attempts to complete the word. For example, to enter the word
“hello”, press , , , and .

To enter text in T9 mode

(1) Press to switch to [Eng].
(2) Do any of the following:
? Enter letters by pressing the keys on which the letters appear.

Press a key only once for each letter. If there is more than one
choice in the T9 dictionary for your entry, a list of available words is
displayed.

? Press / keys to select your desired one and press
key to confirm.

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Entering Text

Tip:

Press key to switch between uppercase, lowercase and capslock.

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Use numeric mode

Press the keys corresponding to the digits you want.

Insert a symbol

While at any text entry screen, press key to display symbols
available. To insert a symbol, press the corresponding number
above the symbol. If you don’t see your desired symbol on the
current symbol bar, press / keys to go to other bars. Press
the key to enter the common used symbosl (. , - ? ! ' @ : # $ /
_ 1) when editing a SMS,

There are two ways to insert blank:

(1) Select blank symbol in symbol list.
(2) When use Eng and Abc input method, you can press

key to insert blank symbol.

Others

In text extry mode, you can press Left Soft Key to access the
following options:

Options Functions

Template The phone has several preset message

templates that you can insert quickly into
your message.

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Insert Contact No. With this option, you can select a phone

number from the Phbook to insert.

Help Get some information and tips about text

entry.

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6. Menu

The menu is a starting point from which you can open all
applications in the phone. You can also customize some functions

to suit your special needs.

Access the menu

In the standby mode, you can select <Menu> or press key to
enter the main menu and press the four-way navigation keys /

/ / keys to navigate menus.

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Phbook

7. Phbook

You can store phone numbers in your SIM card and in your phone’s
memory. The SIM card and phone’s memory are physically
separate, but they are used as a single entity called Phbook.

Contacts

? Phone contacts: You can save up to 300 contact entries in

the phone. Each entry can contain a name, mobile phone

number, work phone number and home phone number.

? SIM card contacts: Each contact entry in SIM card can

contain a name and a number. The amount of entries that you
can save in SIM card depends on the memory of your SIM
card.

Search

? Search in [Phbook]:
In the standby mode, press Left Soft Key to enter the [Search

Entry] to search. Read “Search Entry” on page 20 for more details.

Search Entry

? In the standby mode, press key to enter [Phbook], and

then select [Search Entry] menu.

OR,

? In the standby mode, press Left Soft Key or key to
enter [Phbook] and then s elect [Search Entry]. You can know
the storage location of an entry by the icon to the left of such
entry.

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Icon What does it mean?

The contact entry is saved in the SIM.
The contact entry is saved in the phone.

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Search for a contact in smart dial

In the [Search Entry] menu, you can search for a contact entry by
entering in sequence each letter of the entry name. For example, to
find ‘John’, just input the four letters j-o-h-n in sequence.

Options

With a contact entry found in [Search Entry] screen, you can:

? Select <Detail> to view detailed information of the selected entry.
? Press Left Soft Key to access the following options:

? Edit: Edit the selected contact entry.
? Delete: Delete the selected contact entry.
? Copy: Copy the selected contact entry from phone to SIM and

vice versa.

? Add New Entry: Read “Add New Entry” on page 21 for more

details.

? Call Number: Dial the selected number.
? Send Message: Edit a message and send to the selected

number.

? Edit Before Call: Change the selected number and dial.

Add New Entry

In the standby mode, press Left Soft Key or key to enter

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main menu and select [Phbook] menu. Select [Add New Entry] to
create a new contact entry.

You can select [Add To Phone] or [Add To SIM] by pressing /

keys and press key to edit the contact entry.

Phbook

Add to SIM

? Each contact entry saved in the SIM can only contain a name

and a mobile number. Select <Edit> to enter information about
the new contact and press Left Soft Key to save . Name and
phone number are both compulsive. You can only save one
number for an entry.

Note:

The amount of entries that you can save in SIM card depends on the memory
of your SIM card.

Add to Phone

Each entry saved in the phone can contain a name, mobile phone
number, work phone number and home phone number. You can
save up to 300 contact entries in the phone. To add a contact to the
phone, you should:

Press / keys to select the type of information you want to
enter and then select <Edit> to enter. When finished, select <OK >
to save your entering. After entering all information, press Left Soft
Key to save or Right Soft Key to quit current entering.

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Note:
When saving a new contact to the phone without assigning a name, the
phone automatically names it “No name”.

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Speed Dial

Use this menu to assign speed dial numbers (2-9) to eight of your
most frequently dialed numbers. Key 1 is reserved for [Voicemail].

Assign a speed dial number

(1) In the standby mode, press key to enter [Phbook] and then

select [Speed Dial] to speed dial list.
(2) Press / keys to select your desired speed dial number.
(3) Select <Edit>.
(4) Enter a phone number by using the keypad or select

<Names> to select a phone number from the Phbook.

Cancel a speed dial assignment

In the [Speed Dial] menu, select a speed dial number and press

Left Soft Key and then select <Yes > to delete the speed dial
assignment.

Copy

You can copy your contacts from the phone to the SIM card and
vice versa. You can choose any of the following ways to copy:

? One By One: Copy your selected contacts one by one.
? All: Copy all contact entries from SIM to phone or from phone to

SIM.

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Notes:

1. When you select [One By One] to copy an entry that has the same name
and phone number with another entry in the target memory, the phone
asks ”Same entry. Copy?”. However, if you use [All], the phone copies
all entries without asking even if there are same entries between the
copying memory and target memory.

2. When the phone asks “No enough space,Copy?”, you can select

<Yes> to continue copying until the target memory is full.

3. When copying an entry from phone to SIM, only the name and phone

number are copied. An entry saved in the phone with multi-numbers will
be saved as several entries with the same name in the SIM.

Phbook

Delete

Use this menu to delete contacts from the SIM or the phone. You
can delete individual contact by selecting [One by one] or delete all
contacts by selecting [All]. Refer to “Copy” on page 23 for more
details.

Own Number

This menu allows you to check your own phone number.

Memory Status

This menu allows you to check the number of contacts you have
stored and maximum number of contacts you can store in the
phone’s memory and in the SIM card.

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8. Messages

You can read, write, send and save text messages with your S-501
phone. You can save up to 200 messages in the phone’s memory.
The number of messages that you can save in the SIM depends on
the type of the card.

Note:
When you lock the access to [Messages] menu, your phone asks for the phone
password each time you are trying to enter the menu. The phone allows countless
wrong phone password input. Once you enter the correct password, your access
to [Messages] and any of its submenus will be permitted. Read “Security” on
page38 for more details.

Write Messages

Note:
Before you can send a message, you need to save the right SMS service center
number that can be obtained from your service provider. Go to
[Messages?Message Settings?Service Center] to save the number.

In the standby mode, press key to enter the Wirte Messages
screen to create a new message. A message can contain up to 480
characters.

Create a new message:

(1) In the text entry screen, select your desired text input method.

Read “Entering Text” on page 16 for details.

(2) When creating a message, press Left Soft Key to access the

following options:

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? Template: Select your desired template to insert.
? Insert Contact No.: Select your desired phone number from the

Phbook to insert.
? Help: Get help information about entering text.
When you finish with a new message creation, select <OK > to input

the target phone number. You can input the number from the
keypad or select a number from the [Phbook].

With the target phone number entered, select <Send> to send the
message, or press Left Soft Key to access options listed in the
following table:

Options Functions

Phbook Pick a target phone number from [Phbook].
Save Save the message to [Drafts].
Send and Save Send the message and save it in [Outbox].

Messages

Inbox

The Inbox stores messages that you received. Icon that precedes
the title of a received message indicates the status of it.

Icons What it means?

In the standby mode, press key to enter [Inbox]. In the inbox, the

Unread message.
The message is saved in the SIM.
The message is saved in the phone.

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senders’ names are displayed if you have saved the senders’
information in your [Phbook]; otherwise, senders’ phone numbers
are displayed.

When reading a message, you can press / keys to page
up/down, or press / keys to read the previous or next
message.

In the inbox list, select a message and then select <Read> to read
details of the selected message.

When reading a message, you can:

? Select <Reply> to reply.
? Press Left Soft Key to access the following options:

? Forward: Forward the selected message to others. Before

forwarding the message, you can also re-edit it. Read “Write
Messages” on page 25 for more details.

? Delete: Delete the message.
? Use Number: Extract the sender’s phone number and any

2-20 digit number contained in the message. You can extract
up to 10 numbers. With a number extracted, you can select
<Call> to dial.

? Save to Phone/SIM: Transfer the message to the phone’s

memory if it’s saved in the SIM and vice versa.

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Drafts

When you finish with a message and select <Save>, the message
will be saved in the [Drafts]. Besides, the draft box also stores
messages that are unsuccessfully sent. Read “Inbox” on page 26
for more details.

Outbox

If you select [Send and Save] when sending a message, the

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message will be saved in [Outbox] after it’s successfully sent. Read
“Inbox” on page 26 for more details.

To make sure that sent messages are saved in [Outbox], you must
first select [On] in [Messages?Message Settings?Save Sent

Message].

Messages

Memory Status

Use this menu to check the numbers of messages that are saved
and maximum numbers of messages that you can save in the SIM
and the phone.

Message Settings

? Service Centre: SMS center numbers are usually supplied with

the SIM cards. You can use, change or delete the number as

necessary. If you don’t have the number, contact your service

provider.
? Status Report: When you select [On], the network will inform

you by displaying an informing message when your messages

are successfully delivered.
? Save Sent Message: When you select [On], messages that are

successfully sent will be saved in the [Outbox].
? Preferred Storage: Select a preferred memory to save the

messages after your phone receives them. When you select

[Mobile], all messages received are saved in the phone until the

phone memory is full. The default one is [SIM].
? Message validity: Set a validity period for your SMS.

Voice Mail

Voice mail is a network service that allows your callers to leave
messages when you are not able to answer their calls. When you

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subscribe to voice mail, your service provider furnishes you with a
voice mailbox number. Your need to save this number to your
phone so as to use voice mail. When you receive a voice message,
your phone lets you know by sending you a text message.

Notes:
You can use [Call Divert] menu to forward calls to your voice mailbox. Read
“Call Divert” on page 36 for more details.

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Listen to your voice messages

You need to dial the voice mailbox number to listen to your voice
messages.

Voice mailbox number

Use this menu to save or change your voice mailbox number
supplied by your service provider.

Note:

Voicemail is a network service and you need a subscription before you can use

it. Contact your service provider for more details.

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Profiles

9. Profiles

Profiles define how your phone reacts when you receive a call or a
message, how your keypad sounds when you press a key, and
more.

The profiles available are General, Outdoor, Indoor and Meeting.
Ringing options, keypad tones and other settings for each of the
five available profiles can be left at their default settings or
customized to suit your preferences. Refer to the table below for
default settings for each profile.

Customize

You can customize the currently selected profile in a variety of
ways.

Tone Setup

You can select the desired ringing tone preset in the phone. Your
phone supports 16 polyphonic ring tones in MIDI and Singtone
formats. This menu enables you to change the [Ring tone] and
[SMS tone] and set the sound effect for [Keypad Tones] and
[Delivery Report Tone].

Volume

This menu enables you to decrease or increase the volume by
pressing / / / keys.

RingType

You can select [On], [Off] or [Increasing].

Vibrate T ype

Turn on or off the vibrator for an incoming call or message.

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View

View all settings for the currently selected profile. In [View] men u,
select <Edit> to enter Edit window. View “Customize” on page 29
for more details.

Note:

1. Settings for Silent mode cannot be reset.

2. Insert the headset before you select the Earphone mode.

Reset

Reset all settings for the currently selected profile to default.

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Display

10. Display

You can set your phone to display a background picture (wallpaper)
on the standby screen.

Wallpaper

Select an image stored in the phone as the background picture on
the standby screen. Your phone supports image in .bmp format.
With an image selected, press Left Soft Key to view in full screen.

Show Time

Select [On] to display a clock on the standby screen.

Text Display

When you set text display for the phone, your operator name will be
replaced by the text you have set on the standby screen. You can
enter 14 characters at most. The phone provides the following three
options for you:

? Off: Hide the network operator’s name or the text you input from

the standby screen.

? Network Name: Display the network operator’s name on the

standby screen.

? Text: Display the text you input on the standby screen.

Backlight Brightness

Press / keys to adjust the backlight level.

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Backlight Time

Select the length of time the backlight stays on. You can set the
preferred backlight time as [5S], [10S], [ 20S] or [60S], then select
<OK> to finish your setting.

Contrast

Press / keys to adjust the contrast ratio of the display screen.

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Game

11. Game

Challenge yourself or a friend to one of the fun games in your
phone!

Snake

? New Game: Start to play the game.
? Game level: Set the difficulty level of the game.
? Scores: View the top five game scores.
? Help: Get tips or rules on how to play the game.

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12. Alarm

Use this menu to set alarms to sound at specific times. You can set
three alarms with your phone.

In the standby mode, press Left Soft Key or press key to enter
the main menu and select [Toolbox?Alarm].

Alarm Settings

For example, if you set [Alarm1].

Alarm Status

You can select [On] or [Off], then press <OK> to activate or
deactivate the alarm clock. An activated alarm has an icon on

the right.

Alarm Time

Use the keypad to enter the time for the alarm to sound.

Repeat

You can select [EveryDay],[WorkDay] or [Define]. For instance,
when you select [EveryDay], the alarm rings at the specified alarm
time every day.

Alarm Ring

Use this menu to select your desired alarm tone.

Cancel All

Use this menu to deactivate all alarms.

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13. Call History

Only when your service provider supports caller ID can your phone
record your outgoing calls, incoming calls and missed calls.

In the standby mode, press Left Soft Key or press key to enter
the main menu and select [Call History] to enter the menu.

For more details, read “Call History” on page 14.

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14. Settings

You can customize your phone’s settings to suit your preferences.
In standby mode, press Left Soft Key or press key to enter the
main menu and select [Settings] to enter.

Time & Date

Use this menu to change the time and date displayed on your
phone.

? Set time: Change the time.
? Time Format: Select [12 Hour] or [24 Hour] as the time format.

Note:

When [12 Hour] is selected, you need to select am or pm when setting the
time.

? Set date: Change the date.
? Date Format: Select [D/M/Y], [M/D/Y] or [Y/M/D] as the date

format.

Phone Setup

Many different features of your phone’s system can be customized
to suit your preferences.

Scheduled Power ON/OFF

This menu enables your phone to automatically switch itself on or
off at your preset time. For your notice, if your phone is not in the
standby mode at your specified power-off time, it doesn’t switch
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There are four options available to set, they are [Auto On], [Power
On Time], [Auto Off], [Power Off Time].

Settings

Language

Use this menu to view the available language of the phone. S-501
defaults as [English].

Automatic Keypad lock

Use this menu to enable or disable the auto keypad lock function on
your phone.

When enabled, select your desired time period and your phone will
automatically lock its keypad if it’s left inactive for the specified
amount of time. The default time period for automatic keypad lock is
[60S].

Note:

1. You can also press Right Soft Key, and then press key to manually
lock or unlock the keypad in the standby mode.

Call Setup

Ear Piece Volume

Press key to increase the call volume and key to
decrease.

Call Divert

? Divert for All calls: Forward all incoming calls to your specified

number.

? Divert if Busy: Forward incoming calls when you are on another

call and incoming calls that are rejected by you.

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? Divert if no answer: Forward incoming calls in a specified

deferred time when you do not answer the phone.

? Divert if not reachable: Forward incoming calls when you are

not in your service area or when your phone is switched off.

? Cancel All: Cancel all call forwarding options.
? Check Status: Check if any forwarding option has been

selected.

Note:

Call diverting is network service. Contact your service provider for details.

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Answer Mode

Use this menu to select the desired way for answering a call. There
are three answer modes available: [Answer Key], [Any key
answer] and [Auto Answer]. Read “Answer a call” on page 11 for
more details.

Call Waiting

Call waiting function enables you to hold one call and answer
another.

Enter this menu and you will have the following three options:
? Activate: Your phone informs you when someone is trying to

reach you while you are on another call. You can hold the
currently active call to answer the new incoming call.

? Deactivate: Deactivate call waiting function.
? Check Status: Check whether call waiting function is activated

or deactivated.

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Settings

Call Time Alert

[Call Time Alert] alerts you before your phone minutes run out via
text message and email. Your phone minutes are continuously
monitored and you are sent an alert as soon as you hit the minute
threshold that you set. You can set the preferred alert time as [45S],
[50S], [55S] or [60S].

Send Own Number

? Activate CLIR: Show your phone number to the person you are

calling.

? Deactive CLIR: Hide your phone number from the person you

are calling.

? Set by net: Your phone uses the default setting provided by the

network.

Note:

Some networks do not allow the user to change this setting. Please consult

your network operator for details.

Network

Network Selection

This menu allows you to search for a new network in the following
two ways:

? Automatic: Select this option to let your phone automatically

search for and register a new network according to the network
list stored in your SIM card.

? Manual: Select this option to manually search for a new network

currently available. When search is finished, the phone
automatically displays the networks found. You can press /

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Select Net Sequence

Use this menu to define the order in which your phone searches for
a new network under Automatic search mode when you use your
phone outside of your home service network. The number of
networks that you can store in the list depends on the type of SIM
card used. Select a network and press key to access the
following options:

? Replace with…: Replace the currently selected network with

another one from the list.

? Network Code: After you enter the country code and network

code, select <OK> to add to your desired network number.

? Delete: Delete the selected network.
? Move Position: Move the selected network to your desired

position.

Security

Pin check

PIN code protects the SIM card against unauthorized use. The
code can be a 4-8 digit number.

? Active: PIN code is requested each time your phone is switched

on.

? Deactivate: No need to enter PIN code when your phone is

switched on.

SIM Lock

This menu allows your phone to work only with the current SIM card
by assigning a SIM lock code. The SIM lock code is preset to 1122.

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Settings

Mobile Tracker

This function is used to protect your phone from unauthorized use
by other people. In the event of the phone being stolen or lost,
every time when the other users change a SIM card but not enter
the correct password, a SMS will be sent to the Track Number
which has been set by the legal user, so your phone can detect if
the SIM card has been changed and send you the new number
allowing you to ring or track the device. [Tracker] function runs
upon device startup and remains active in the background at all
times.

? Active: Select to open the Mobile Tracker function.
? Deactivate: Select to close the Mobile Tracker function.
? Track Number: This is the number who will receive the Mobile

Tracker SMS. Press key <Phbook> to select a number
from [Phbook]. Tracker number cannot be empty if the Tracker
is on,

Note:
You should input password before turning on/off the Mobile Tracker
function and setting the tracker number. This PWD is 4 digit number and it is the
same as phone PWD

SMS Password Protect

Use this menu to lock access to message menus. When this
function has been set to [Active ], you must enter the phone
password before you can access the Message menus.

Change Password

Use this menu to change the phone password, PIN code and PIN2
code.

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? Change Password: Use this menu to change your phone

password.

Note:

The phone password is preset to 1122. To prevent unauthorized access to your
phone, make sure to change the preset password as soon as possible after
your purchase.

? Change PIN: Use this menu to change your PIN. The PIN code

feature must be enabled to change the PIN. Refer to “PIN check”
on page 38 for more details.

Warning:
If you enter an incorrect PIN three times in succession, the SIM card is
blocked. To unblock it, you need to enter the PUK code supplied by your
service provider. If you enter an incorrect PUK ten times in succession, the
SIM card is permanently blocked and cannot be used anymore.

? Change PIN2: Use this menu to change your PIN2 code.

Warning:

If you enter an incorrect PIN2 three times in succession, the code is blocked.

To unblock it, you need to enter your PUK2 supplied by your service provider.

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Restore Factory Setting

Use this menu to reset the phone’s settings you have changed and
clear all data you have added. You need to enter your phone
password to reset the settings. The original password is 1122. To
change password, please refer to “Change Password”on page 39.

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STK

15. STK

This menu includes some value-added services. Different operator
provides different services. Please consult your network operator
for details.

Note:

Some SIM cards do not support STK function.

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16. Care and Maintenance

Your phone is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and
should be treated with care. The suggestions below will help you
protect your warranty coverage and enjoy your phone for many
years.

? Keep your phone and its enhancements out of reach of small

children.

? Keep your phone dry. Precipitation, humidity and all types of

liquids or moisture can contain minerals that will corrode
electronic circuits. If your phone does get wet, remove the battery
immediately and take the phone to your nearest authorized
service center for help.

? Do not use or store the phone in dusty or dirty areas. Its moving

parts and electronic components can be damaged.

? LCD display screen is susceptible to damage. Do not drop or

shake the phone or touch the screen with sharp object.

? Do not store the phone in hot areas. High temperatures can

shorten the life of electronic devices, damage batteries, and warp
or melt certain plastics.

? Do not store the phone in cold areas. When the phone returns to

its normal temperature, moisture can form inside the phone and
damage electronic circuit boards.

? Do not drop, knock or shake the phone. Rough handling can

break internal circuit boards and fine mechanics.

? Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong

detergents to clean the phone. Clean your phone with a soft
fabric dipped with suds if necessary.

? Do not paint the phone. Paint can clog the moving parts and

prevent proper operation.

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? Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna.

Unauthorized antennas, modifications or attachments could
damage the phone and may violate regulations governing radio
devices.

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17. Troubleshooting

If your phone does not work properly, read the following guidelines
to see if you can find a useful solution. If none of them helps,
contact your nearest service center for help.

Your phone cannot be switched on

Possible reason What should you try?

The battery power is
used up.

The battery is
improperly installed.

Your phone switches itself off

Possible reason What should you try?

The auto power-off
function is set to On.

The battery charge is
too low.

Charge the battery.

Reinstall the battery.

Deactivate auto power-off function.

Charge the battery.

PIN/PUK codes locked

Possible reason What should you try?

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Wrong PIN/ PUK
codes are entered.

Note:

1. If you enter an incorrect PIN code for three times in succession, many functions of
the SIM card will be disabled. Read “Safety Information ” on page 48 for more
details.

2. If you are not sure about PIN/PUK codes, contact your service provider.

If PIN code is locked, enter PUK code
to unlock. But if you enter an incorrect
PUK code ten times in succession,
SIM card will be permanently blocked
and cannot be used anymore. Then
ask your service provider or SIM card
vendor for a new one.

The call quality is poor

Possible reason What should you try?

You are in a fast
moving vehicle, for
example, train or bus.

You are in a weak
signal area.

Check the signal strength indicator on
the screen. Try the call again when the
signal is stronger.

Move to an open area and try again.

Your caller cannot reach you

Possible reason What should you try?

Call diverting
function is set to On.

Deactivate call diverting settings.

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You cannot make calls

Possible reason What should you try?

Your phone is
switched off.

You are in a weak
signal area.

The SIM card is not
properly installed.

The SIM card is
unusable.

Switch on your phone.

Move and try again.

Reinstall the SIM card.

Change the SIM card.

The call volume is too low

Possible reason What should you try?

The call volume is set
too low.

Increase the volume.

Your correspondent cannot hear you

speaking

Possible reason What should you try?

The microphone is muted. Unmute the microphone in the

The microphone is too far Hold the phone close enough to

options during a call.

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away from your mouth. your mouth.

The phone doesn’t ring for an

incoming call

Possible reason What should you try?

The ringing tone is
muted.

The ringing tone is set
too low.

Call forwarding is set
to On.

Press and hold * button in the standby
mode to unmute.

Increase the ringing tone volume.

Deactivate Call forwarding settings.

The battery does not charge properly

Possible reason What should you try?

The battery is stored for
too long time after the
battery power was used
up last time.

The battery is not
properly installed with
the phone.

The charger is not
properly connected to
the phone.

The battery or charger Contact the authorized service center

Change the battery. Remember to
charge the battery as soon as
possible when the battery charge gets
low.

Reinstall the battery.

Reconnect the charger plug to the
phone connector until you see the
charging icon on the phone screen.

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is damaged. for help.
The phone is in too hot

or too cold areas.

Move the phone to room temperature
and try again.

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Network failure

Possible reason What should you try?

The SIM card is not
properly installed.

The contacts on the
SIM card or the phone
are dirty or dusty.

The SIM card is
unusable.

You are in a weak
signal area.

Reinstall the SIM card.

Clean the contacts.

Change the SIM card.

Move to somewhere with strong
enough signal and try again.

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Safety

18. Safety Information

Operating environment

Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area
where you use your phone.

? Switch off your phone near a refueling point, bunker, chemical

plant or blasting. Follow any restrictions. Not following them may
cause an explosion or even death.

? Your phone can cause interference and danger in aircraft.

Therefore, ensure that your phone is switched off during the
flight.

? Put your phone at a special rack while driving. Do not put it at the

seat or any places where it may drop. Do not use your wireless
phone while driving. If you do need to use it, then use the
hands-free car kit or park your vehicle first.

Medical devices

Operation of any radio transmitting equipment, including wireless
phones, may interfere with the functionality of inadequately
protected medical devices. Consult a physician or the manufacturer
of the medical device to determine if they are adequately shielded
from external RF energy or if you have any questions. Switch off
your phone in health care facilities when any 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.

Pacemaker

Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation
of 6 inch (15.3cm) be maintained between a wireless phone and a

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pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker.

To minimize the potential for interference, persons with

pacemakers should:

? Always keep the phone more than 6 inches (15.3cm) from their

pacemaker when the phone is switched on.

? Not carry the phone in a breast pocket.
? Hold the phone to the ear opposite to the pacemaker.

Warning:

If you have any reason to suspect that interface is taking place, switch off the
phone immediately. Consult the physician for more information.

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Hearing aid

Your phone may interfere with some hearing aids. If interference
occurs, consult the manufacturer of the hearing aids.

Emergency calls

Wireless phones, including this phone, operate using radio signals,
wireless networks, landline networks and user-programmed
functions. Because of this, connections in all conditions cannot be
guaranteed. You should never rely solely on any wireless phone for
essential communications like medical emergencies.

Make an emergency call

(1) If the phone is not on, switch it on. Check for adequate signal

strength.

(2) Enter the official emergency number for your present location.

Emergency numbers vary by location.

(3) Press key to dial.

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Important:
When making an emergency call, give all the necessary information as
accurately as possible. Your wireless phone may be the only means of
communication at the scene of an accident. Do not end the call until given
permission to do so

Safety

Access Codes

Phone password

This code, supplied with the phone, protects your phone against
unauthorized use. The phone password is preset to 1122. After you
buy the phone, reset the phone password as soon as possible.

PIN code

This code, supplied with the SIM card, protects the card against
unauthorized use. When PIN-check is enabled on your phone, the
code is required each time the phone is switched on.

Warning:
If you enter an incorrect PIN code three times in succession, the SIM card is

blocked. You must enter the PUK code to unblock the SIM card and set a new
PIN code. If you do not have the PUK code, contact your service provider or
SIM card vendor immediately. Do not enter characters at random.

PIN2 code

This code is supplied with some SIM cards and is required to
access some certain special functions of the card. If you enter an
incorrect PIN2 code three times in succession, PIN2 code is

blocked and you will be asked for the PUK2 code to unblock it.

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PUK code

This code may be supplied with the SIM card. If you do not have the
code, contact your service provider or SIM card vendor. If you enter
an incorrect PUK code ten times in succession, SIM card is void
and cannot be used anymore. Ask your service provider or SIM
card vendor for a new one. PUK code is unchangeable.

PUK2 code

This code may be supplied with the SIM card. If you enter an
incorrect PUK code ten times in succession, some certain functions
will be inactivated. If necessary, ask your service provider or SIM
card vendor for a new one. PUK2 code cannot be changed. If you
lost the code, contact your service provider or SIM card vendor.

Charging and discharging

Your phone is powered by a rechargeable li-ion battery. Standby
and talk times may vary, depending on the operating environment
and settings in the phone.

? Use only Spice approved batteries and chargers. Spice takes no

responsibility for any damage caused by using unapproved
batteries or chargers.

? When your phone is on and charging is in progress, the battery

bar appears on the screen and starts scrolling. When you charge
the battery with your phone off, an animation indicating that
charging is in progress appears on the screen.

Note:

If the battery power is completely used up, the battery bar appears 2 or 3
minutes after you start charging. The charging time should be 2-5 hours.

? Do not touch the battery or charger with wet hands when

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charging is in progress to avoid any potential danger.

? When charging is complete, the battery bar stops scrolling.

Unplug the charger from the wall outlet and the phone.

Tips:
The full performance of a new battery is achieved only after two or three
complete charge and discharge cycles. It’s suggested that each of the first two
or three charging times lasts for over 10 hours.

Safety

Precautions when using batteries

? Never use any charger or battery that is damaged in any way.
? If you use the phone near the network’s base station, it uses less

power. Standby and talk times are greatly affected by the signal
strength on the cellular network and the parameters set by the
network operator.

? Battery charging time depends on the remaining battery charge,

the type of battery and the charger used. The battery can be
charged and discharged hundreds of times, but it will gradually
wear out. When the operation time is noticeably shorter than
normal, buy a new one.

? Using unapproved batteries and chargers may cause an

explosion. Unplug the charger from the wall outlet and the phone
when not in use. Do not leave the battery connected to a charger
for over one week. Overcharging may shorten the battery’s
lifetime. If left unused, even a fully charged battery will lose its
charge over time.

? Placing the batteries into the fire, squeezing or colliding the

batteries may cause an explosion.

? When installing the battery, do not reverse the positive (+) and

negative (-) terminals.

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? Leaving the battery in hot or cold places, such as in a closed car

in summer or winter conditions, will reduce the capacity and
lifetime of the battery. Always try to keep or use the battery in
normal temperature.

? Do not short-circuit the battery. Accidental short-circuiting can

occur when a metallic object such as coin, clip or pen causes
direct connection of the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals of
the battery. (These look like metal strips on the battery.) This
might happen, for example, when you carry a spare battery in
your pocket or purse. Short-circuiting the terminals may damage
the battery or the connecting object.

? Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. Dispose of batteries

according to local regulations. Please recycle when possible. Do
not dispose as household waste.

? If your phone, battery or charger gets wet, do not try to dry them

in a heating device such as a drier or microwave oven etc. Doing
so may cause burning, expansion or explosion of the phone,
battery, charger or the heating device used.

It is hereby declared that Spice is not liable for any direct or indirect
damage occurred owing to any of the above misoperation.

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Precautions when using enhancements

? Keep all enhancements (SIM card, memory card or battery etc.)

out of reach of small children.

? Ensure that your phone is switched off and is not connected to a

charger before you remove the battery.

? Your phone and its enhancements are not water-resistant, keep

them dry.

? When you disconnect the power cord of any enhancement, grasp

and pull the plug, not the cord.

If your phone, battery or charger does not work properly, contact the

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nearest authorized service facility for service.

Safety

Additional safety information

? When left unused, switch off your phone and remove the battery

to save power and eliminate radiation.

? To avoid damage to your hearing, do not increase the volume too

high when using the phone.

? DO NOT attempt to disassemble the phone and its battery by any

nonprofessional persons.

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