Motorola Boost i296 User Manual
Motorola Boost i296 User Manual

Motorola Boost i296 User Manual

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  • Page 1 i296 User’s Guide...
  • Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity

    FCC ID in the format FCC-ID: IHDP56KY1 on the product label. Motorola has not approved any changes or modifications to this device by the user. Any changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. See 47 CFR Sec. 15.21.
  • Page 4 Motorola reserves the right to change or modify any information or specifications without notice or obligation.
  • Page 5 HELLOMOTO Introducing your new Motorola wireless phone. Here’s a quick anatomy lesson. Volume Keys WT Button 2.5mm Audio Jack Micro USB Connector Connects charger and accessories. Left Soft Key Perform function in lower left display. Menu Key From home screen, Speaker Key open main menu.
  • Page 6: Check It Out

    check it out Press and hold the Power Key for a few seconds, or until the screen lights up, to turn on your phone. Press the Menu Key to open the main menu. Ready 10:05pm 10/23 Contcs Mesgs Press the Navigation Key up, down, left or right to highlight a menu feature.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    contents check it out ... 2 essentials ... . 7 about this guide ..7 SIM card.
  • Page 8 call features (continued) voice names ..48 emergency calls ..49 international calls..50 speed dial ..50 voicemail .
  • Page 9: Main Menu

    main menu Re-Boost Get Stuff WT Service • Send Pictures • Send Event • Send My Info • Send Contact • Configure Recent Calls Contacts • [New Contact] • [New Msg Group] Settings • (see next page) Bluetooth® • Hands Free •...
  • Page 10: Settings Menu

    settings menu • Display/Info • Wallpaper • Text Size • Theme • Home Icons • Backlight • Clock • Menu View • Large Dialing • Language • Phone Calls • Set Line • Any Key Ans • Auto Redial • Call Waiting •...
  • Page 11: Essentials

    essentials Caution: Before using the phone for the first time, read the important “Safety, Regulatory & Legal” information included in the gray-edged pages at the back of this guide. about this guide This guide shows how to locate a menu feature as follows: Find it: / >...
  • Page 12: Sim Card

    Safety” on page 56 before using your phone. Warning: Use only Motorola-approved batteries and chargers with your phone. Failure to use a Motorola-approved battery or charger may increase the risk that your phone will overheat, catch fire, or explode, resulting in serious bodily injury, death, or property damage.
  • Page 13: Battery Installation

    battery installation 1 Press down on the battery door latch, and slide the battery door up. 2 Remove the battery door. 3 Push the battery down until it clicks in place. 4 Replace the battery door, and slide it toward the base of the phone until it locks into place.
  • Page 14: Battery Charging

    You can partially charge your phone’s battery by connecting a Motorola-approved USB cable from your phone’s micro USB connector to a high power USB connector on a computer (not a low-power one, such as the USB connector on your keyboard or bus-powered USB hub).
  • Page 15: Turn It On & Off

    connectors are located directly on your computer. battery indicators The battery is between 90% and 100% capacity when the indicator is blue and displaying three bars. The battery is at approximately 65% capacity when the indicator is green and displaying two bars. The battery is at approximately 10% capacity when the indicator is yellow and displaying one bar.
  • Page 16: Make A Phone Call

    2 You are prompted to enable security. Press K under Yes and follow on screen instructions. 3 Press @ to return to the home screen. make a phone call Enter a phone number and press the talk key ` or use a voice command. See “place a call using a voice name”...
  • Page 17: Walkie-Talkie Call

    feature 3-way call Note: 3-way calling lets you talk with two other people at the same time. When using this feature, the normal airtime rates will be charged for each of the two calls. Make or receive a phone call and press / >...
  • Page 18: Walkie-Talkie Call

    Note: A walkie-talkie call ends automatically if there is no activity on the call for a few seconds. Note: The number of digits in each part of a walkie-talkie ID (Private ID) may vary. For example, your walkie-talkie ID may be formatted as 999*999*9999, while another valid number may appear as 555*555555*55.
  • Page 19: Store A Phone Number Or Walkie-Talkie Id

    answer a call alert When you receive a call alert, you cannot receive phone calls or walkie-talkie calls until you do one of the following: option Answer Press the WT button to begin a walkie-talkie call with the sender. Press K under Queue to store the Queue call alert to the call alert queue.
  • Page 20: Contacts

    mother is your primary emergency contact, list her as “ICE–Mom” in your contact list. To list more than one emergency contact, use “ICE1–___, ” “ICE2–___, ” etc. contacts feature Press K under Contcs. edit/delete contact Highlight a contact and press / > Edit. Change the entry desired content, then press K under Done.
  • Page 21: Find Your Phone

    find your phone number and walkie-talkie ID Find it: / > My Info messaging You can send and receive text messages (SMS) and multimedia messages (MMS). create & send messages Find it: / > Messages > [Create Message] 1 Enter the phone number of the person you want to send the message to and press r, or press K under Search to select a contact or recent call.
  • Page 22: Receive Messages

    Note: You can only attach pictures and audio files if they are not forward locked and if they are not DRM-protected. Tip: To remove an attachment, select Attach. Select the attachment to remove, and press / > Unattach. 4 When finished writing your message, press r.
  • Page 23: Message Groups

    feature view, play, Highlight the embedded or open an picture or audio file to view embedded or play it. object or For attachments, press r. attachment Note: Attachments of an unknown type cannot be opened, but can be deleted. save an Highlight the picture or audio file and press / embedded...
  • Page 24 3 Type a name for the message group in the Name field. Note: If you do not provide a name for the message group, the default name will be Msg Group followed by the number of group members. For example, a message group with three members would be named Msg Group (3).
  • Page 25: Manage Your Messages

    multimedia message options Multimedia messages (MMS) contain text, pictures, and audio files. When you create an MMS message, you have more options than for a simple text message. When creating the message, select ...MORE... for these options: option Subject Create or edit the subject line. Attach Attach a picture, audio file, or voice record.
  • Page 26 2 Choose a cleanup option from the following list: option Messages are never automatically deleted. 5 Messages Messages are deleted in the order they were received, starting with the oldest, until five are left. 10 Messages Messages are deleted in the order they were received, starting with the oldest, until 10 are left.
  • Page 27 1 To edit a draft, select it to open it. You can change or add recipients, and edit the message. 2 To send a draft, select it to open it and press K under Send. When you send a draft, it is removed from the drafts folder. Note: To delete a draft without sending it, highlight the message you want to delete and press K under Delete.
  • Page 28: Datebook

    feature Press / > delete a sent > Sent Items. Highlight the message and press K message under Delete. Press K under Yes to confirm. datebook feature create To create a new datebook event, press / > datebook and press K under New. events To see a datebook event, press / >...
  • Page 29 datebook setup Find it: / > Datebook, press / > Setup You can view or change the following options: options Start View Sets the datebook to start in day view, week view, or month view. Daily Begin Sets the beginning of your day. This is the earliest time of day displayed in week view, if you have a 12-hour day view.
  • Page 30: Basics

    basics See page 1 for a basic phone diagram. display The home screen appears when you turn on the phone. To dial a number from the home screen, press number keys and `. Note: Your home screen may look different. Time &...
  • Page 31: Main Menu

    2 Active Phone Line: $ indicates that the phone line is ready to make calls. 3 Speaker On/Off: Sounds associated with walkie-talkie calls and group calls can be set to come through the earpiece rather than through the speaker. 4 Ringer Vibe/Off: Your phone is set to ring.
  • Page 32 2 Select one of the following options: entry method Alpha Press a key several times for different characters. Word Enter words using a predictive text enty system that lets you enter a word with fewer keypresses. Symbols Enter symbols. Numeric Enter numbers by pressing the numbers on the keypad.
  • Page 33: Alpha Method

    2 Press the corresponding keys once per letter to enter a word (for example, to enter the word Bill, press 2 4 5 5). (If you make a mistake, press * to erase a single character. Press and hold * to delete an entire entry.) 3 To accept a word and insert a space, press #.
  • Page 34: Volume

    characters J K L 5 M N O 6 ñ Ó Õ Ô Ò P Q R S 7 ß T U V 8 Ú Ü Û Ù W X Y Z 9 + - 0 * / \ [ ] = > < # § Space / Shift Back When entering text, press and hold # to...
  • Page 35: Navigation Key

    navigation key Press the navigation key up, down, left, or right to scroll to items in the display. When you highlight the desired item, press r to select it. handsfree speaker You can use your phone’s handsfree speaker to make calls without holding the phone to your ear.
  • Page 36: Features For The Hearing Impaired

    FAQ section. features for the hearing impaired using your phone with a hearing aid Note: Your phone has a hearing aid rating of M3.
  • Page 37: Tty

    If you are unsure whether your HA is telecoil equipped or needs an auxiliary magnet, please refer to your HA user guide or contact a hearing aid professional or supplier. Approximate telecoil location is within 6-13 mm of this location. Approximate telecoil location is just above the battery.
  • Page 38: Security Features

    security features feature To lock the phone, press / phone lock > Settings > Security > Phone Lock > Lock Now or Auto Lock. keypad lock To lock the keypad, press / > > Security > Keypad Lock > Lock Now or Auto Lock. Shortcut: To lock the keypad, press / >...
  • Page 39: Main Attractions

    main attractions media center The media center lets you access pictures and audio recordings stored in your phone’s memory. The following audio recordings can be accessed through the media center: • voice records • ringtones • audio recordings saved from MMS messages •...
  • Page 40: Get Stuff

    Image files supported by the media center include: Format Max. Image Size (in pixels) .png 128 x 160 .gif 128 x 160 .jpg 640 x 480 .wbmp 128 x 160 Get Stuff Your phone includes a main menu icon that takes you directly to Get Stuff.
  • Page 41: Send Pictures

    call with is able to receive each of these items. Your phone saves this information for as long as the walkie-talkie ID is in your Recent Calls list or is saved in your Contacts. Your phone updates the saved information each time you make or receive a call to or from that walkie-talkie ID.
  • Page 42: Start A Call By Sending A Picture

    4 Wait while the picture is transmitted. The walkie-talkie call is temporarily interrupted while a picture is transmitted. 5 When prompted, press the WT button to resume the walkie-talkie call. start a call by sending a picture To send a picture from the media center: Find it: / >...
  • Page 43: Send My Info

    receive a picture When someone sends you a picture, your phone emits a tone or vibrates and a message appears asking if you want to accept the picture. Pictures you receive are saved to your phone’s memory. They are accessible through the media center.
  • Page 44: Send Contact Information

    whether it is sent automatically in every call or only when you choose to send it. Find it: / > WT Service > Configure > WT My Info > Info to Send 1 Select or remove the fields you want to send.
  • Page 45: One Touch Wt

    4 Select the contact information you want to send and push the WT button. turn WT Features on and off You can turn on or turn off your phone’s ability to send and receive messages, pictures, and datebook events. You cannot turn off your phone’s ability to send and receive My Info and contact information.
  • Page 46: Wt Service

    option Send Picture: Go to the first screen to send pictures. See “send pictures” on page 37. Send Event: Go the first screen to send a datebook event. Send My Info: Go to the first screen to send My Info. See “send my info” on page 39. Send Contact: Go to the first screen to send a contact.
  • Page 47: Make A Bluetooth Connection

    Bluetooth device’s user guide to locate this information. If a device ships without a Bluetooth PIN, then you can enter any PIN for that device. This phone offers the Bluetooth auto pair feature with auto pair compatible Motorola devices. When paired via main attractions...
  • Page 48: Use Bluetooth During A Call

    Bluetooth with a certain device, the PIN will not be required. 5 Press K under Ok. Note: Once your phone and headset have been paired, it will be stored on your phone and you will not need to pair them again unless the device is removed from memory.
  • Page 49 1 From the contact list, datebook, or media center, select the contact entry, datebook event, audio file, or picture you want to send. 2 Press / > Send Via... > Bluetooth. 3 Select the device you want to transfer the information to, or search for the device by selecting [Find Devices].
  • Page 50: Call Features

    call features turn off a call alert You can press the volume keys to turn off a call alert before answering the call. recent calls The recent calls list contains information associated with calls you have made and received, and call alerts you have received. When you send or receive walkie-talkie calls, the recent call list contains the following WT items with those calls:...
  • Page 51: Redial

    Find it: / > Recent Calls 1 Highlight or select the item you want to store. 2 Press K under Save to store the information as a new entry in the contacts list. Select an existing contact and update the information.
  • Page 52: Call Forward

    call forward Call forwarding sends calls to the phone numbers you specify. You can forward all calls to one number or forward missed calls to different numbers depending on the reason you missed the call. You can forward phone lines 1 and 2 independently. Find it: / >...
  • Page 53: Emergency Calls

    2 Assign a name, phone number and select [Options]. 3 Select Voice Name and follow the prompt to record the voice name. 4 Press K under Back and K under Save. place a call using a voice name Press and hold the speaker key ) until you are prompted to say the voice name.
  • Page 54: International Calls

    international calls Your phone supports international dialing. Press and hold 0 to insert your local international access code (indicated by +). Then, press the keypad keys to dial the country code and phone number. speed dial Each phone number stored in your contact list is assigned a speed dial number, which you can use to call that number.
  • Page 55: Receiving A Message

    phone or your handset. (If calling from a landline phone, use your 7-digit phone number as the passcode. If calling from your handset, you will not be prompted for a passcode.) Follow the steps to record your name, a greeting, and a new voicemail passcode.
  • Page 56: Customize

    customize ringtones You can change the ringtones your phone uses to notify you of incoming calls and other events. Find it: / > Ring Tones 1 Set Vibrate All to Off. 2 Scroll through the list of ringtones and select the one you want to assign. Vibrate sets your phone to vibrate instead of making a sound.
  • Page 57: Backlight

    To set Vibrate All to On or Locked using the volume keys: Press the down volume key multiple times to turn off the volume and set Vibrate All to On. Then press and hold the down volume key to set Vibrate All to Locked. To set your phone to vibrate instead of making a sound for some features but not others: Find it: / >...
  • Page 58: Hide Or Show Location

    wallpaper menu. You can select from 5 minutes, 15 minutes, 1 hour, 8 hours, Daily, or Startup. hide or show location Your phone has a location feature for use in connection with location-based services that may be available in the future. Allowing the network to detect your position using GPS technology can make some applications and services easier to use.
  • Page 59 option Ask Access When an application attempts to view the location of your phone, you will be prompted to give permission. However, location information may still be available to the phone’s owner, fleet manager, or account administrator. change GPS PIN When you receive your phone, your GPS PIN is set to 0000.
  • Page 60: Safety, Regulatory

    • Do avoid dropping the battery or phone. Dropping these items, especially on a hard surface, can potentially cause damage.* • Do contact your service provider or Motorola if your phone or battery has been damaged from dropping or high temperatures.
  • Page 61 Motorola recommends you always use Motorola-branded batteries and chargers. Motorola mobile devices are designed to work with Motorola batteries. If you see a message on your display such as Invalid Battery or Unable to Charge, take the following steps: •...
  • Page 62 1.43 W/kg, and when worn on the body, as described in this guide, is 1.28 W/kg. Body-worn measurements can differ, depending upon available accessories and regulatory requirements. The SAR information includes the Motorola testing protocol, assessment procedure, and measurement uncertainty range for this product.
  • Page 63: Software Copyright Notice

    Furthermore, the purchase of Motorola products shall not be deemed to grant either directly or by implication, estoppel, or otherwise, any license under the copyrights, patents, or patent applications of Motorola or any...
  • Page 64: Safety And General Information

    RF energy. Portable Radio Product Operation and EME Exposure Your Motorola radio product is designed to comply with the following national and international standards and guidelines regarding exposure of human beings to radio frequency electromagnetic energy (EME):...
  • Page 65: Operational Precautions

    Motorola approved clip, holder, holster, case or body harness. If you do not use a body-worn accessory supplied or approved by Motorola and are not using the mobile device in the intended use positions along side the head in...
  • Page 66: Driving Precautions

    2.5 centimeters (1 inch) from your body when transmitting. Approved Accessories For a list of approved Motorola accessories call 1-800-453-0920, or visit our website at www.motorola.com/phoneaccessories. RF Energy Interference/Compatibility Nearly every electronic device is subject to RF energy interference from external sources if inadequately shielded, designed, or otherwise configured for RF energy compatibility.
  • Page 67: Operational Warnings

    Operational Warnings Obey all posted signs when using mobile devices in public areas. Potentially Explosive Atmospheres Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often but not always posted, and can include fueling areas such as below decks on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, or areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust or metal powders.
  • Page 68: Glass Parts

    For more information about hearing, see our Web site at www.motorola.com/hearingsafety (in English only). Repetitive Motion When you repetitively perform actions such as pressing keys or...
  • Page 69: Motorola Limited Warranty For The United States And Canada

    Use & Care To care for your Motorola phone, please keep it away from: Use & Care liquids of any kind Don’t expose your phone to water, rain, extreme humidity, sweat, or other moisture. If it does get wet, don’t try to accelerate drying with the use of an oven or dryer, as this may damage the phone.
  • Page 70 (d) other acts which are not the fault of Motorola, are excluded from coverage. Use of Non-Motorola Products and Accessories. Defects or damage that result from the use of Non-Motorola branded or certified Products, Accessories, Software or other peripheral equipment are excluded from coverage.
  • Page 71: Who Is Covered

    This warranty extends only to the first consumer purchaser, and is not transferable. What will Motorola Do? Motorola, at its option, will at no charge repair, replace or refund the purchase price of any Products, Accessories or Software that does not conform to this warranty. We may use functionally equivalent reconditioned/refurbished/pre-owned or new Products, Accessories or parts.
  • Page 72: Patent And Software Provisions

    MOTOROLA will defend, at its own expense, any suit brought against the end user purchaser to the extent that it is based on a claim that the Product or parts infringe a patent, and Motorola will pay those costs and damages finally awarded against the end user...
  • Page 73 MOTOROLA will have no liability with respect to any claim of patent infringement which is based upon the combination of the Product or parts furnished hereunder with software, apparatus or devices not furnished by MOTOROLA, nor will MOTOROLA have any liability for the use of ancillary equipment or software not furnished by MOTOROLA which is attached to or sued in connection with the Product or any parts thereof.
  • Page 74: Product Registration

    Product registration is an important step toward enjoying your new Motorola product. Registering permits us to contact you for product or software updates and allows you to subscribe to updates on new products or special promotions. Registration is not required for warranty coverage.
  • Page 75: California Perchlorate Label

    Caring for the Environment by Recycling This symbol on a Motorola product means the product Recycling Information should not be disposed of with household waste. Disposal of your Mobile Device & Accessories Please do not dispose of mobile devices or electrical accessories (such as chargers, headsets, or batteries) with your household waste.
  • Page 76: Smart Practices While Driving

    When driving a car, driving is your first responsibility. If you choose to use your mobile device while driving, remember the following tips: • Get to know your Motorola mobile device and its features such as speed dial and redial. If available,...
  • Page 77 • When available, use a handsfree device. If possible, add an additional layer of convenience to your mobile device with one of the many Motorola Original handsfree accessories available today. • Position your mobile device within easy reach. Be able to access your mobile device without removing your eyes from the road.
  • Page 78: Service And Repairs

    Service and Repairs If you have questions or need assistance, we’re here to help. Go to www.motorola.com/repair, where you can select from a number of customer care options. You can also contact the Motorola Customer Support Center at 1 (800) 453-0920 (United States), 1 (877) 483-2840 (TTY, TDD United States for hearing impaired).
  • Page 79: Index

    index active phone line 27 alert set 30, 52 turn off 30, 46 alpha method text entry 29 answer a call 12 audio formats 35 audio jack 1 battery charging 10 installation 9 battery charge indicator 11, Bluetooth connect 43 send information 44 turning on or off 42 call...
  • Page 80 end key 1, 12 event reminders 24 Get Stuff 36 handsfree speaker 31 hearing aid 32 home screen 26 image formats 36 international calls 50 location 54 low battery message 27 index main menu 27 make a call 12 media center 35 menu key 1, 2, 7 message indicator 27 message threads 22...
  • Page 81 security 34 send key 1, 12 service and repairs 74 signal strength indicator 26 SIM card 8, 34 SIM PIN 34 soft keys 1, 26 speaker 27 speaker key 1, 12 speed dial 50 store your number 17 symbol text entry 28 talk key 1, 12 text entry 27 text messages...
  • Page 82 index...
  • Page 84 www.motorola.com...

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