UTStarcom PPC6800 Quick Start Manual

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Quick Start Guide
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Contents
1. What’s in the Box? ...................................................................................................3
2. The PDA Phone ........................................................................................................4
3. Getting Ready ..........................................................................................................9
4. Making a Call .........................................................................................................13
5. Text Messages ........................................................................................................14
6. Synchronizing Outlook Information ....................................................................15
7. E-mail ......................................................................................................................17
8. Browsing the Internet ...........................................................................................19
9. Using the Camera ..................................................................................................20
10. Using Pictures & Videos ........................................................................................22
11. Entering Information ............................................................................................24
12. Status Indicators ....................................................................................................25
13. Customizing Your Device ......................................................................................27
14. Securing Your Device .............................................................................................28
15. More Information ..................................................................................................29
16. Warranty .................................................................................................................30
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1. What’s in the Box?
Battery
Mini-USB Stereo Headset
AC Adapter
Splitter Adapter
Extra StylusPouch
Support Documentation including Quick Start Guide and Read First Poster
USB Sync Cable
Quick Start Guide
Quick Start Guide
USB Cradle
PPC6800
Y-Splitter Cable
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2. The PDA Phone
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No. Item Function
1 MESSAGING Button Press to access your messages. 2 Notification LED 1 This LED shows the following:
A blinking Blue light when the Bluetooth system is powered-up and ready to transmit radio
frequency signal.
A blinking Green light when Wi-Fi is enabled.
When both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi are enabled, their lights will blink alternately.
3 Earpiece Listen to phone calls. 4 Notification LED 2 This LED shows the following:
A solid Amber light when the battery is charging; a solid Green light when the buttery is
fully charged.
A blinking Green light when the device is connected to CDMA network
5 INTERNET EXPLORER
Button
Press to open Internet Explorer Mobile.
6 Hardware Keyboard This is a QWERTY-style keyboard just like the computer keyboard. Slide the touch-screen
panel to the left to reveal the keyboard.
7 Touch Screen Tap the screen with the stylus to write, draw, or make a selection.
8 Left and Right SOFT
KEYS
Press to execute the command shown on screen above the button.
9 TALK Button Press to answer an incoming call or go to the phone dialer screen.
10 START Button Press to open the Start menu.
11 NAVIGATION
Control/ ENTER
Press this multi-directional control up, down, left, or right to move through menus and program instructions; carry out the selection by pressing the center of this control.
12 OK Button Press to confirm your data entries, or to exit the program in use.
13 END Button Press to end a call or to return to the Today screen.
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No. Item Function
14 Jog Wheel While on the Today screen or using applications, scroll up or down to navigate through
menus or program instructions; press the wheel to carry out a selection. During a call or while playing music, scroll up or down to adjust the sound volume.
15 OK Button Press to confirm your data entries, or to exit the program in use.
16 VOICE COMMAND Button Press to start Voice Speed Dial; press and hold to record a voice note.
17 WLAN Switch Slide up to turn Wi-Fi on, down to turn Wi-Fi off.
18 Camera Use the camera to take still photos and record video clips.
19 Flash Light When turned on, it illuminates your subject and allows you to capture clear photos or
video in dark-lit environments.
20 Speaker Used when speaker mode has been enabled, and to listen to media.
21 Battery Cover Latch Press downward to release the battery cover.
22 Battery Cover After pressing down the cover latch, remove the battery cover to access the battery
compartment.
23 POWER Button Press and hold to turn on the device.
Press to turn off the display temporarily. This switches your device to Sleep mode. You
can still receive calls and messages when your device is in Sleep mode.
Press and hold (for about 5 seconds) to turn off the power completely. All functions
including the phone will be unavailable for use.
24 COMM MANAGER Button Press to open the Comm Manager. Comm Manager lets you easily turn on/off your
device’s connections (such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, enable ‘Flight Mode’ and cellular data connection), ringer, phone, etc.
25 CAMERA Button Press to launch the Camera; press again to take a photo or video clip, depending on the
specified capture mode.
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No. Item Function
26 Stylus Use the stylus to write, draw, or select items on the touch screen. 27 microSD Card Slot Insert a microSD memory card for storing data. 28 Microphone Speak into the microphone during a phone call or voice recording. 29 Strap Holder Attach a strap for carrying your device. 30 Infrared Port Exchange files or data with other infrared enabled devices wirelessly. 31 RESET Button With the stylus, press the RESET button to soft-reset your device. 32 Sync Connector/
Earphone Jack
Use this connector to synchronize data by connecting the provided USB Sync cable or to recharge the battery via the provided AC adapter. You can also connect the provided USB stereo headset for hands-free conversation or for listening to audio media.
Accessories
No. Accessory Function
1 AC adapter Recharges the battery. 2 USB Sync cable Connects your device to a PC and synchronizes data. 3 Stylus An extra stylus pen is provided. 4 Pouch Comes with belt clip. Store your device in the pouch to keep it from dust and scratches. 5 One-to-two Splitter
Adapter
Lets you connect the supplied AC adapter and mini-USB stereo headset to your device at the same time.
6 One-to-two Y-Splitter
Cable
Lets you connect the supplied AC adapter and a standard 2.5mm stereo headset to your device at the same time.
7 Mini-USB Stereo Headset Provides a volume control slider and a Send/End button. Press the Send/End button to
pick up a call or put a call on hold; press and hold the button to end the call.
8 USB Cradle Allows you to recharge your device and a second battery (if available), and to use
ActiveSync to synchronize data between your device and your PC.
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3. Getting Ready
Install and charge the battery
New batteries are shipped partially charged. Before you start using your device, it is recommended that you install and charge the battery.
To install the battery
1. Press the battery cover latch downward to release the
battery cover.
2. Remove the battery cover.
3. Insert the battery by aligning the exposed copper part of the
battery pack with the protruding copper conductor which is at the upper side of the battery compartment. Insert the upper side of the battery first, then gently push the battery into place.
4. Replace the battery cover.
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To charge the battery
Some batteries perform best after several full charge/discharge cycles. You can charge the battery in one of the following ways:
Connect your device directly to an electrical outlet using the AC adapter.
Plug the sync cable to the USB port on your PC and to the sync connector on your device.
Connect the USB cradle to an electrical outlet or your PC, and use the cradle to charge the battery.
Charging is indicated by a solid amber light on the LED indicator. When power is on, a charging icon ( ) also appears on the Today screen.
After the battery has been fully charged, the LED indicator becomes green and a full battery icon ( ) appears on the Today screen.
Check the battery power
Tap the battery level icon ( ) on the Today
screen. The Power Settings screen will then open where you can see the current battery power level.
When the battery power gets very low, a warning message will be displayed. When you see this, immediately save your data by synchronizing with your PC, or save your data on a secondary storage card, and then turn off your device. Do not attempt to restart your device until you have connected it with the power adapter.
Battery power indicator
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Turn on your device
Press and hold POWER to turn on your device. When you turn on your device for the first time, a Quick Start Wizard will guide you through the screen calibration process and the setup of regional settings, date and time, and password.
Press the POWER button shortly to temporarily turn off the display.
To turn off the device, press and hold the POWER button.
POWER button
Insert a memory card
If you need more storage for your device, you can use a microSDTM memory card to save media and other files.
To insert the microSD card, slide it into the memory slot that’s at the bottom side of your device, with the gold contacts facing down. Push the card all the way in until you hear it click securely in place.
To remove the memory card, press it briefly inward to release it, then pull the card out of the slot.
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When to use the splitter adapter
Use the supplied Splitter Adapter when you want to charge the battery on your device, and at the same time, use the supplied mini-USB stereo headset for hands-free conversation or for listening to music.
1. Connect the Splitter Adapter to
your device’s Sync connector.
3. Connect the supplied USB stereo
headset to the splitter adapter’s audio connector.
2. Connect the AC adapter to the
splitter adapter’s power connector.
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4. Making a Call
Like a standard mobile phone, you can use your device to make, receive, and keep track of phone calls and send text messages. You can also dial directly from Contacts.
The Phone screen
From the Phone screen, you can access Call History, Speed Dial, and Phone settings. To open the Phone screen, do one of the following:
Press TALK on the device.
TALK button
Use the stylus to tap Start > Phone.
Make a call from the Phone screen
On the Phone screen, tap the phone number you want
to call, then tap or press the TALK button.
Phone screen
Make a call from Contacts
1. Tap Start > Contacts.
2. Tap the desired contact, then tap the phone number that you want to call.
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5. Text Messages
Send short text messages up to 140 characters long to other mobile phones. For quicker and easier typing, use the sliding keyboard to enter your message.
Compose and send a text message
1. Tap Start > Messaging > Text Messages.
2. Tap Menu > New.
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Enter the mobile phone number of one or more recipients, separating them with a semicolon. To access mobile phone numbers from Contacts, tap To.
4. Enter your message.
To quickly add common messages, tap Menu > My Text and tap a desired message.
To check the spelling, tap Menu > Spell Check.
5. Tap Send.
Tip If text messages were not successfully sent due to network problem
or loss of signal coverage, they will be queued in the Text Messages Retry program and automatically resent. Tap Start > Programs > Text Messages Retry to check if you have any queued text messages.
Composing a text message
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6. Synchronizing Outlook Information
To synchronize Outlook e-mails and other information between your device and your PC, use Windows Mobile Device Center if you have a Windows Vista™ PC or use ActiveSync if you have Windows XP®.
Set up Windows Mobile Device Center for Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows Mobile® Device Center is the replacement for Microsoft® ActiveSync® on Windows
Vista™. When you connect your device to your Windows Vista PC and start Windows Mobile Device Center for the first time, you will be asked to create a Windows Mobile partnership with your device.
1. Connect your device to your PC. The
Windows Mobile Device Center will open.
2. On the Windows Mobile Device
Center’s Home screen, click Set up your device.
3. Select the information types that you
want to synchronize then click Next.
4. Enter a device name and click Set Up.
When you finish the setup wizard, Windows Mobile Device Center synchronizes your device automatically. Notice that Outlook e-mails and other information will appear on your device after synchronization.
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Set up ActiveSync for Windows XP
The Getting Started Disc that comes with your device contains Microsoft ActiveSync 4.5 or later. Follow the steps below to install and set up ActiveSync on Windows XP or other compatible Windows systems.
Note For a list of compatible Windows systems, please go to:
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile/activesync/activesync45.mspx.
1. Insert the Getting Started Disc into the disc drive on your PC.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to install ActiveSync to your PC.
3. Connect your device to your PC. The Synchronization Setup Wizard automatically starts and
guides you to create a synchronization partnership. Click Next to proceed.
4. To synchronize your device with your PC, clear the Synchronize directly with a server running
Microsoft Exchange check box then click Next.
5. Select the information types that you want to synchronize then click Next.
6. Select or clear the Allow wireless data connections check box according to your preference.
7. Click Finish.
When you finish the wizard, ActiveSync synchronizes your device automatically. Notice that Outlook e-mails and other information will appear on your device after synchronization.
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7. E-mail
Windows Mobile’s E-mail Setup Wizard lets you easily set up your personal and work e-mail accounts. You can add an e-mail account from an Internet Service Provider (ISP) or other e-mail provider as well as web-based accounts such as Gmail®, Yahoo!® Mail Plus, AOL®, etc.
Set up Outlook e-mail
To be able to send and receive Outlook e-mail on your device, you must set up ActiveSync synchronization with your computer or the Exchange Server. For information about setting up ActiveSync synchronization, refer to the User Manual.
Set up a POP3/IMAP4 e-mail account
Set up a POP3 or IMAP4 e-mail account on your device if you have an e-mail account with an Internet service provider (ISP) or a work account that you access using a VPN server connection.
1. Tap Start > Messaging > New E-mail Account.
2. Enter your e-mail address and select the Try to get e-mail settings automatically from the
Internet check box. By selecting the option, the device attempts to download e-mail server settings so that you do not need to enter them manually. Tap Next.
3. After Auto Setup finishes, tap Next.
Note If Auto Setup is unsuccessful, select Internet e-mail from the Your e-mail provider list on the next screen.
You will also be asked to enter e-mail server settings during the setup process.
4. Enter your name. You can also edit the Account display name field to specify the name of your
ISP or e-mail provider. Tap Next.
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5. Enter your login name if it does not show automatically in the User name field. Also enter your
password, and select the Save password check box. Tap Next.
6. At this point, e-mail setup is complete. In the Automatic Send/Receive list, choose how frequent
you want e-mail messages to be automatically sent and downloaded on your device. When you are finished, tap Finish.
Compose and send e-mail
1. Tap Start > Messaging.
2. On the Account Picker screen, select an e-mail
account.
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Tap Menu > New.
4. Enter the e-mail address of one or more recipients,
separating them with a semicolon. To access addresses and phone numbers from Contacts, tap To.
5.
Enter a subject for your e-mail.
6. Enter your message.
To quickly add common messages, tap Menu > My Text and tap a desired message.
To check the spelling, tap Menu > Spell Check.
7. Tap Send.
Composing Outlook e-mail message
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8. Browsing the Internet
Internet Explorer Mobile is a full-featured Internet browser, and optimized for use on your device.
1. Tap Start > Internet Explorer (or press the INTERNET
EXPLORER button).
2. To go to a web site, enter the URL address of the desired web
site in the address bar that appears at the top of the screen. Tap the down arrow ( ) to choose one web site from previously entered addresses.
3. Tap the Go icon ( ) to go to the web address you entered.
4. Tap Back to go back to the previous page.
5. Tap Menu > Refresh to refresh the web page on the screen.
6. Tap Menu > Home to go back to the Home page.
7. Tap Menu > Favorites, and then select the favorite web site
you want to visit. To add a favorite link while browsing the Internet, go to the page you want to add. Then, tap Menu >
Add to Favorites, or tap and hold on the page to select Add to Favorites from the shortcut menu.
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9. Using the Camera
Taking photos and recording video clips along with audio is easy with your device’s built-in camera.
Launch the camera
Do one of the following:
Press and hold the CAMERA button on your device.
Tap Start > Programs > Camera.
Tap Start > Programs > Pictures & Videos, then tap
the Camera icon.
To exit the camera, tap the Exit icon ( ) on the screen.
Camera screen
Capture a still image
1. After launching the camera, tap or at the upper left side of the screen, or press NAVIGATION
left or right to select the Photo capture mode.
2. Press the CAMERA button, the ENTER button, or Jog Wheel to capture a still image.
Capture a video clip
1. After launching the camera, tap or at the upper left side of the screen, or press NAVIGATION
left or right to select the Video capture mode.
2. Press the CAMERA button, the ENTER button, or Jog Wheel to start recording a video clip. To stop
recording, press again.
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Send by e-mail
After taking a photo or recording a video clip, you can immediately send it by e-mail:
1. On the Review screen where it shows a preview of the
photo or video that you have just captured, tap .
2. Select Send via E-mail then tap Send.
3. If you have more than one e-mail account on your
device, the Select an account screen will appear. Tap Outlook E-mail or your POP3/IMAP4 account.
A new e-mail message will then be created, with your captured photo or video clip automatically inserted as a file attachment.
4. Enter the recipient’s e-mail address.
5. Enter a subject and compose your message.
6. Tap Send.
Review screen
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10. Using Pictures & Videos
The Pictures & Videos program allows you to organize and view images, GIF animations, and video clips on your device.
You can also view pictures as a slide show, beam them, send them via e-mail, edit them, or set an image as the background on the Today screen.
View images
1. Tap Start > Programs > Pictures &
Videos. The files in the My Pictures
folder appear as thumbnails by default.
2. Select an image and tap View.
Down arrow
Tap to view the selected image
Play GIF animation files
1. Tap Start > Programs > Pictures & Videos.
2. Select a GIF animation file and tap View. The GIF Animation program then opens and plays the
animation.
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Play videos
1. Tap Start > Programs > Pictures & Videos. By default, the contents of the My Pictures folder will
be shown.
2. To find the video clips that you captured, tap the down arrow ( ) next to the My Pictures folder
and tap My Documents. Next, tap My Videos. Video clips are displayed as thumbnails by default, which appear with a media icon ( ).
The media icon
3. Tap the desired thumbnail to play it with the built-in Windows Media Player.
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11. Entering Information
When you start a program or select a field that requires text or numbers, the Input Panel icon becomes available on the menu bar.
Tap the Input Selector arrow (that appears next to the Input Panel icon) to open a menu where you can select a text input method and customize input options. After selecting a text input method, the corresponding Input Panel is then displayed and you can use it to enter text. To toggle between showing and hiding the Input Panel, simply tap the Input Panel icon.
Input Panel (Keyboard)
Input Selector arrow
Input Panel icon
Icon Input method
On-screen Keyboard
Letter Recognizer or Block Recognizer
Symbol Pad
Transcriber
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12. Status Indicators
The Today screen displays important information, such as upcoming appointments and status indicators. Following are some of the status icons that you may see on your device:
Icon Description
New e-mail or text messages
New voice mail
New MSN message
There are more notifications. Tap the icon to view all.
Speakerphone on
Voice call in progress
Missed call
Maximum signal strength
No signal
Phone is turned off
No phone service
Searching for phone service
Icon Description
1xRTT available
EVDO available
Data connection is active and transmitting data
Data connection is active but idle
Roaming
Connection is active
Connection is not active
Synchronization in progress
Synchronization error
ActiveSync notification
Wi-Fi function enabled, but device not connected to a wireless network yet
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Icon Description
Wireless network(s) detected
Connecting to wireless network (arrows moving); Connected to wireless network
Synchronizing via Wi-Fi
Vibration mode
Sound on
Sound off
Alarm
Battery is fully charged
Battery power is very low
Battery charging
Device is locked
Device is unlocked
Bluetooth headset detected
Serial USB connection active
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13. Customizing Your Device
You can customize the look and feel of your device and set the time and date according to the current time zone.
Customize the Today screen
1. Tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > Today.
2. On the Appearance tab, select the desired
theme for the background of the Today screen.
3. On the Items tab, select the items you want to
appear on the Today screen.
Customize the Start Menu
1. Tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > Menus.
2. Select the check boxes of the items you want
to appear in the Start menu. You can select up to seven items.
Set the time and date
1. Tap Start > Settings > System tab > Clock &
Alarms.
2. Select the correct time zone and change the
date or time.
Today settings
Menu settings
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14. Securing Your Device
You can prevent unauthorized access to any part of your device by specifying a device password.
Protect your device with a password
1. Tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > Lock.
2. Select the Prompt if device unused for check box,
and in the box to the right, select how long your device must be idle before a password is required. In the Password type box, select the type of password you would like to use. Enter the password and confirm it.
3. On the Hint tab, enter a phrase that will help you
remember your password, but doesn’t allow others to guess your password. The hint will be displayed after the wrong password is entered four times.
4. Tap OK. The next time your device is turned on, you
will be prompted to enter your password.
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15. More Information
For more instructions, refer to the User Manual on the CD or contact your authorized dealer for assistance.
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16. Warranty
12 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY
UTStarcom Personal Communications (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this UTStarcom handheld portable cellular telephone, that should this product or any part thereof during normal consumer usage and conditions, be proven defective in material or workmanship that results in product failure within the first twelve (12) month period from the date of purchase, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced (with new or rebuilt parts) at the Company’s option, without charge for parts or labor directly related to the defect(s).
The antenna, keypad, display, rechargeable battery and battery charger, if included, are similarly warranted for twelve (12) months from date of purchase.
This Warranty extends only to consumers who purchase the product in the United States or Canada and it is not transferable or assignable.
This Warranty does not apply to:
(a) Product subjected to abnormal use or conditions, accident, mishandling, neglect, unauthorized alteration, misuse,
improper installation or repair or improper storage;
(b) Product whose mechanical serial number or electronic serial number has been removed, altered or defaced;
(c) Damage from exposure to moisture, humidity, excessive temperatures or extreme environmental conditions;
(d) Damage resulting from connection to, or use of any accessory or other product not approved or authorized by the
Company;
(e) Defects in appearance, cosmetic, decorative or structural items such as framing and non-operative parts;
(f) Product damaged from external causes such as fire, flooding, dirt, sand, weather conditions, battery leakage, blown
fuse, theft or improper usage of any electrical source.
The Company disclaims liability for removal or reinstallation of the product, for geographic coverage, for inadequate signal reception by the antenna or for communications range or operation of the cellular system as a whole.
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When sending your wireless device to UTStarcom Personal Communications for repair or service, please note that any personal data or software stored on the device may be inadvertently erased or altered. Therefore, we strongly recommend you make a back up copy of all data and software contained on your device before submitting it for repair or service. This includes all contact lists, downloads (i.e. third-party software applications, ringtones, games and graphics) and any other data added to your device. In addition, if your wireless device utilizes a SIM or Multimedia card, please remove the card before submitting the device and store for later use when your device is returned, UTStarcom Personal Communications is not responsible for and does not guarantee restoration of any third-party software, personal information or memory data contained in, stored on, or integrated with any wireless device, whether under warranty or not, returned to UTStarcom Personal Communications for repair or service.
To obtain repairs or replacement within the terms of this Warranty, the product should be delivered with proof of Warranty coverage (e.g. dated bill of sale), the consumer’s return address, daytime phone number and/or fax number and complete description of the problem, transportation prepaid, to the Company at the address shown below or to the place of purchase for repair or replacement processing. In addition, for reference to an authorized Warranty station in your area, you may telephone in the United States (800) 229-1235, and in Canada (800) 465-9672 (in Ontario call 416-695-3060).
THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND, IN NO EVENT, SHALL THE COMPANY’S LAIBILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR AN SPECIAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHATSOEVER. THE COMPANY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE DELAY IN RENDERING SERVICE UNDER THIS WARRANTY OR LOSS OF USE DURING THE TIME THE PRODUCT IS BEING REPAIRED OR REPLACED.
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No person or representative is authorized to assume for the Company any liability other than expressed herein in connection with the sale of this product.
Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damage so the above limitation or exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state or province to province.
IN USA: UTStarcom Personal Communications
555 Wireless Blvd. Hauppauge, NY 11788 (800) 229-1235
IN CANADA: UTStarcom Canada Company
5535 Eglinton Avenue West Suite# 234 Toronto, ON M9C 5K5 (800) 465-9672
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