Page 1 Welcome Camera Attachment (not available on all phones) Right Soft Key Perform functions identified by right display prompt. Earpiece Voice Key Create and use voice recordings. Volume Keys Navigation Key Scroll through Menu Key menus and lists, set feature values. Left Soft Key Perform functions identified by left...
Page 2 MOTOROLA, the Stylised M Logo and all other trademarks indicated as such herein are trademarks of Motorola, Inc. ® Reg. U.S. Pat. & Tm. Off. TrueSync, Sidekick, Starfish and the Stylised Starfish Logo are registered trademarks of Starfish Software, Inc., a wholly owned independent subsidiary of Motorola, Inc.
Page 3: Menu Map
Menu Map M ain M enu Note: This is the standard phone menu layout. You may have changed the Messages menu layout or changed Phonebook some feature names. Not Recent Calls all features may be Media Centre available for all users. Audio Pictures Video...
Page 4 Settings Personalise Other Settings M ain M enu Initial Setup Hom e Keys • Tim e and Date Power Up • 1-Touch Dial • Display Tim eout G reeting • Backlight Banner • Scroll Banner G raphic • Anim ation Wallpaper •...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Menu Map ........3 Safety and General Information .
Page 6 Dialling International Numbers..... . 55 Inserting Special Characters into Dialling Sequences ..55 Viewing the Received Calls or Dialled Calls List ..56 Returning an Unanswered Call .
Page 7: Contents
Sending a Phonebook Entry ..... . . 96 Checking Phonebook Capacity ..... 96 Synchronising with TrueSync Software .
Page 8 Voice Notes ........133 Calculator and Currency Converter ....138 News and Entertainment.
Page 9: Safety And General Information
Exposure To Radio Frequency Energy Your Motorola Personal Communicator is designed to comply with the following national and international standards and guidelines regarding exposure of human beings to radio frequency energy: •...
Page 10 • American National Standards Institute (ANSI) / Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1992 • Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95.1- 1999 Edition • National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP) of the United States, Report 86, 1986 •...
Page 11 (2.5 centimeters) from the body. Approved Accessories For a list of approved Motorola accessories, visit our website at www.mot.com. Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI) if inadequately shielded, designed or otherwise configured for electromagnetic compatibility.
Page 12: Medical Devices
Facilities To avoid electromagnetic interference and/or compatibility conflicts, turn off your Personal Communicator in any facility where posted notices instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that is sensitive to external RF energy. Aircraft When instructed to do so, turn off your Personal Communicator when on board an aircraft.
Page 13: Safety And General
Hearing Aids Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you may want to consult your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives. Other Medical Devices If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from RF energy.
Page 14: Operational Cautions
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres Turn off your Personal Communicator prior to entering any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere, unless it is especially qualified for use in such areas as “Intrinsically Safe” (for example, Factory Mutual, CSA, or UL Approved). Do not remove, install, or charge batteries in such areas.
Page 15 Batteries All batteries can cause property damage and/or bodily injury such as burns if a conductive material such as jewelry, keys, or beaded chains touch exposed terminals. The conductive material may complete an electrical circuit (short circuit) and become quite hot. Exercise care in handling any charged battery, particularly when placing it inside a pocket, purse, or other container with metal objects.
Page 16 European Union Directives Conformance Statement Hereby, Motorola declares that this product is in compliance with • The essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC • All other relevant EU Directives IMEI: 350034/40/394721/9 0168 Product Approval Type: MC2-41H14 Number...
Page 17: Warranty Information
In no event shall Motorola be liable for damages nor loss of data in excess of the purchase price nor for any incidental special or consequential damages* arising out of the use or inability to use the Product, to the full extent such may be disclaimed by law.
Page 18 (*)including without limitation loss of use, loss of time, loss of data, inconvenience, commercial loss, lost profits or savings. How to get warranty service? In most cases the authorised Motorola dealer which sold and/or installed your Motorola Personal Communicator and original accessories will honour a warranty claim and/or provide warranty service.
Page 19 Motorola. Motorola does not warrant the installation, maintenance or service of the products, accessories, batteries or parts. Motorola will not be responsible in any way for problems or damage caused by any ancillary equipment not furnished by Motorola which is attached to or used in connection with the Products, or for operation of Motorola equipment with any ancillary equipment and all such equipment is expressly excluded from this warranty.
Page 20 What is not covered by the warranty This warranty is not valid if the defects are due to damage, misuse, tampering, neglect or lack of care and in case of alterations or repair carried out by unauthorised persons. 1 Defects or damage resulting from use of the Product in other than its normal and customary manner.
Page 21 Note: The talk-time, stand-by time and total life cycle of a Motorola rechargeable battery for your Personal Communicator will depend on usage conditions and network configurations. As a consumable product, the specifications indicate that you should be able to obtain optimum performance for your Motorola Personal Communicator within the first six months from date of purchase and up-to (200) charges.
Page 22: Getting Started
Contact 3 for information about availability. Optional Accessories Features marked with this label require the use of an optional Motorola Original™ accessory. Reinstalling the Camera Note: The camera attachment is not available on all phones. 22 - Getting Started...
Page 23: Installing The Sim Card
You can attach or remove a camera for your phone. For more about camera features, see “Camera and Picture Viewer” on page 147. Do This 1 If necessary, push down the battery door release latch and lift the door off the phone.
Page 24 If a camera is installed, you need to remove it to access your SIM card. See “Reinstalling the Camera” on page 22. Do This 1 If necessary, push down the battery door release latch and lift the door off the phone. 2 Slide the SIM card door down and lift open.
Page 25: Installing The Battery
You must install and charge the battery to use your phone. Caution: Your phone is designed to be used only with Motorola Original batteries and accessories. We recommend that you store batteries in their protective cases when not in use.
Page 26: Charging The Battery
Do This 4 Insert the hooks at the bottom of the battery door into the base of the phone, then push the door on to snap it into place. Charging the Battery New batteries are shipped partially charged. Before you can use your phone, you need to install and charge the battery, as indicated by the following instructions.
Page 27: Battery Use
Caution: To prevent injuries or burns, do not allow metal objects to contact or short-circuit the battery terminals. To maximise your battery’s performance: • Always use Motorola Original™ batteries and battery chargers. The phone warranty does not cover damage caused from using non-Motorola batteries and/or battery chargers.
Page 28: Turning Your Phone On
Extending Battery Life • Turn off your display backlight The backlight uses power. To turn it off, see page40. • Turn off the screen saver Using an animated screen saver reduces your phone’s talk and standby time. To turn it off, see page 102. •...
Page 29: Adjusting Volume
Do This 3 If necessary, enter unlock your SIM card your SIM card PIN Caution: If you enter an code and press incorrect PIN code three times in a row, your SIM card is disabled and your 6,0 %ORFNHG phone displays See page 124.
Page 30: Answering A Call
Press 1 keypad keys dial the phone number (up to 32 digits) Tip: If you make a mistake, '(/(7( press ) to delete the last digit, or press and hold '(/(7( ) to clear all digits. (send key) make the call (end key) end the call when it is done Note: You can make an emergency call even when the phone is...
Page 31: Using Your Phone
Using Your Phone See page 1 for a diagram of your phone that describes basic phone components. Display Symbols The top section of the display shows phone status indicators. The following illustration shows some of the common indicators that you may see at the top of the display when using your phone.
Page 32 Service Current Text Message Line Entry Signal Alert Type Security Data Service 5vGkW õY xE Signal Battery Strength Level Clock Icon Menu (see page 34) 67</(6 5(&(17 When the Menu Indicator ( ) appears, you can press to open a menu.
Page 33 Service Indicator Indicates when your phone uses your home network ( ) or another network ( ). When you leave your home network area, your phone roams or seeks another network. Current Line Indicator Tells you when you have Voice Privacy on, a call in progress, or Call Diverting on.
Page 34: Using The 4-Way Navigation Key
Using the 4-Way Navigation Key 4-way Use the 4-way navigation keys like navigation a joystick to navigate the menu system, change feature settings, and play games. Tip: Down and up are your primary movements within menus. Move left and right to change feature settings, navigate the calendar, and edit text.
Page 35: Navigating Through The Menu
Press up to select the icon on the top, press left to select the icon on the left, and so on. You can also press the right or left soft keys ( ) to select the program named in the display just above the key.
Page 36: Selecting A Feature
This guide shows you how to navigate to a specific menu feature as follows: 0HGLD &HQWUH Find the Feature > 3LFWXUHV > The > symbol means that you should scroll to and select the feature. This example shows that you must press , scroll to and 0HGLD &HQWUH 3LFWXUHV...
Page 37: Entering Feature Information
• In an alphabetised list, press a key multiple times to cycle through the letters on the key and highlight the closest matching list item. Entering Feature Information Features such as the phonebook require you to enter information to fill in an entry’s details: (QWU\ 'HWDLOV 1DPH-RKQ 6PLWK 1R...
Page 38 The message centre lets you compose and send text messages. (See “Entering and Editing Text” on page 41.) A flashing cursor shows you where the text will appear: Flashing Press %52:6( cursor 0VJ indicates to view and insertion insert a name, point.
Page 39: Setting Up Your Phone
Setting Up Your Phone You can adjust a wide variety of phone settings to suit your needs. Setting the Time and Date 6HWWLQJV 2WKHU 6HWWLQJV Find the Feature > > ,QLWLDO 6HWXS 7LPH DQG 'DWH > > Changing Personal Greetings To change the text displayed when you turn on your phone: 6HWWLQJV...
Page 40: Setting Display Animation
Customise an Alert Profile You can customise a profile by changing the alerts used for specific events (such as incoming calls, text messages, etc.). Your phone includes a variety of preset alert tones and vibrations. Any changes you make are saved to the current alert profile. Tip: This feature lets you set the profile’s ringer volume and keypad volume.
Page 41: Entering And Editing Text
Setting Battery Save To adjust the phone’s power usage to conserve power: 6HWWLQJV 2WKHU 6HWWLQJV Find the Feature > > ,QLWLDO 6HWXS %DWWHU\ 6DYH > > Resetting All Options To reset all options back to their factory settings except for the unlock code, security code, and lifetime timer: 6HWWLQJV 2WKHU 6HWWLQJV...
Page 42: Choosing A Text Mode
Choosing a Text Mode To activate a text mode, press from any text entry screen and (QWU\ 0HWKRG select the text mode from the menu: L7$3 Let the phone predict each word as you enter it, then choose the word from a list (see “Predictive Text Entry with iTAP™...
Page 43 To enter text using the tap method: Do This 1 Press a number cycle through the characters key one or more associated with the key and times select the character you want (see the “Character Chart” on page 45). 2 Continue to press enter the rest of the characters number keys in the text message...
Page 44 Press a number key as many times as necessary to enter the desired character at flashing cursor location. 0VJ Press up or down to change letter in Press and hold a block cursor to number key to uppercase or cycle between lowercase.
Page 45: Symbol Mode
Character Chart Use this chart as a guide for entering spaces, numbers, letters, symbols, and other characters with the tap method. space . 1 ? ! , @ _ & ~ : ; " - ( ) ' ¿ ¡ % £ $ ¥ α...
Page 46 To enter a symbol in symbol mode: Do This 1 Press a number display its symbol options (see key one time the “Symbol Chart” on page 46) The symbols associated with the key you pressed are shown at the bottom of the display. If necessary, press other keypad keys to find the symbol you want.
Page 47 < > = $ £ ¥ # % * + - x * / = > < # § Predictive Text Entry with iTAP™ Software iTAP™ software provides a predictive text entry method that lets you enter the letters of a word using only one keypress per letter. You must activate iTAP software prior to entering letters.
Page 48 Do This 6(/(&7 4 Press ) add the highlighted word to the text area at the top of the display A space is automatically inserted after the word. 2 2 8 For example, to spell the word “act,” press . The display shows: Press Flashing cursor...
Page 49 Do This 2 Press the scroll highlight the letter or letter left or the combination scroll right 6(/(&7 3 Press shift the text entry cursor to then press the scroll the left and “lock” the left selected portion of the word 4 Continue entering spell the word letters and highlighting...
Page 50 Enter Numbers To enter a number with iTAP software: Do This 1 Enter the first digit put the iTAP software in number and then highlight entry mode 2 Press number add digits to the number keys 6(/(&7 3 Press ) enter the number at the insertion point Delete Letters and Words Note: Place the cursor to the right of the text that you want to...
Page 51 Option Description &XW 7H[W tells your phone to cut the text you are about to highlight (see “Highlighting Text” below) &XW $OO 7H[W cuts all text in the editor 3DVWH pastes the text you cut or copied 8QGR undoes the last copy, cut, or paste action in the current text editor &RS\ $OO 7H[W Note: The...
Page 52: Calling Features
Calling Features This chapter describes features related to making and answering calls. For information about other call-related features, see “Viewing the Received Calls or Dialled Calls List” on page 56 and “Data and Fax Calls” on page 114. For basic instructions on how to make and answer calls, see pages 29–30.
Page 53: Using Automatic Redial
Press scroll to the entry you want to call redial the highlighted number Using Automatic Redial &DOO )DLOHG If you receive a busy signal, your phone displays When automatic redial is turned on, your phone automatically makes a number of redial attempts until the call goes through. When the call goes through, your phone rings or vibrates one time, 5HGLDO 6XFFHVVIXO displays the message...
Page 54: Terminating An Incoming Call
Terminating an Incoming Call While the phone is ringing or vibrating: Press ,*125( cancel the incoming call Depending on your phone settings and the type of subscription you have, the call may be forwarded to another number, or the caller may hear a busy signal. Turning Off a Call Alert You can turn off your phone’s incoming call alert before answering the call.
Page 55: Dialling International Numbers
To call the emergency number at any time: Press 1 keypad keys dial the emergency number (such as 999) call the emergency number Dialling International Numbers To dial the local international access code: Do This Press for two insert the international access seconds code for the country from which you are dialling...
Page 56: Viewing The Received Calls Or Dialled Calls List
While dialling (with digits visible in the display): Do This Press insert a special character when then scroll to and making a call that requires you to select one of the enter additional digits (for example, to following: make a calling card call, or to retrieve messages from an answering machine): ,QVHUW 3DXVH...
Page 57 To open the recent calls menu: 5HFHQW &DOOV Find the Feature > Press 5HFHLYHG &DOOV 'LDOOHG &DOOV scroll to 6(/(&7 5HFHLYHG &DOOV 'LDOOHG &DOOV select scroll to an entry you want to call, store, or delete Note: means the call <...
Page 58 /DVW &DOOV 0HQX includes the following options: Option Description 6WRUH Create a phonebook entry with the selected number in the field. (This 6725( option does not appear if appears above the key, or if the number is already stored as a phonebook entry.) 'HOHWH Delete the entry.
Page 59: Returning An Unanswered Call
Option Description 7DON WKHQ )D[ Tell the network you want to call and talk to someone, and then send a fax—all to the same number in the same call. See “Making a Talk then Fax Call” on page 116. Returning an Unanswered Call Your phone keeps a record of your unanswered calls.
Page 60: Attaching A Number
You can press to call the number, or press to select from the following options: Option Description $WWDFK 1XPEHU attach a number from the phonebook or recent calls list to the end of the digits ,QVHUW 3DXVH :DLW , or inserts a special character See “Inserting Special Characters into Dialling...
Page 61: Using Voicemail
Using Voicemail You can listen to your voicemail messages by calling your network voicemail phone number. Voicemail messages are stored on the network—not on your phone. Contact 3 for more details. Your voicemail number is stored in your phone to make it faster and easier to use your voicemail.
Page 62: Voice Dialling
Voice Dialling To voice dial a phone number stored in your phonebook: Do This To Call Press and release the voice a phonebook entry key, then say a voice name using voice dial To record a voice name, see page 86. Speed Dialling Speed dial lets you dial any phonebook entry with a minimal number of keypresses.
Page 63: 1-Touch Dialling
1-Touch Dialling You can call phonebook entries 1 to 9 with the push of a single key. Press and hold the one-digit speed dial number for one second. To store entries in locations 1 to 9 in the phonebook, see “Storing a Phonebook Entry”...
Page 64: Diverting A Call
To put the first call on hold and answer the second call: Press answer the new call 6:,7&+ switch back to the first call Note: You can press 6:,7&+ ) at any time to switch between calls. /,1. connect the two calls To end the first call and answer the second call: Press end the current call...
Page 65 The call diverting options for voice, fax, or data calls are: Option Description $OO &DOOV diverts all calls ,I 8QDYDLODEOH diverts calls if your phone is unavailable 'HWDLOHG uses different diverting numbers if you are out of range, unable to answer, or busy (voice calls only) does not divert calls...
Page 66: Transferring A Call
Press 9 keypad keys enter the diverting phone number %52:6( browse through your phonebook or other lists for the diverting phone number store the diverting phone number Note: You can repeat this procedure to enter diverting information for other call types. Check Call Diverting Status Your network may store call diverting status for you.
Page 67: Do Not Announce The Call Transfer
Press 1 keypad keys enter the phone number where you are transferring the call dial the phone number Speak to the person who answers the target phone. open the menu 7UDQVIHU scroll to 6(/(&7 7UDQVIHU select confirm the transfer Your phone displays the 7UDQVIHU &RPSOHWH message when...
Page 68: Barring A Call
Barring a Call Call barring lets you restrict outgoing or incoming calls. You can restrict all calls, calls to international numbers, or calls while roaming. 6HWWLQJV 6HFXULW\ Find the Feature > > &DOO %DUULQJ > Press 2XWJRLQJ ,QFRPLQJ scroll to calls &+$1*( 2XWJRLQJ...
Page 69: Making A Conference Call
Making a Conference Call To talk to more than one person on a call, you can make a conference call. Call the first person, call the second person, then link the two calls. Press 1 keypad keys dial the first person’s number call the number +2/' put the first call on hold...
Page 70: Using Other Features During A Call
Using Other Features During a Call During a call, you can easily switch to other phone features or make a new Data, Fax, Browser, or Voice Call connection: Press 6:$3 open a list of options 3KRQHERRN The list of options includes phone applications, such as &DOHQGDU .
Page 71: Messages And Email
Messages and Email Text messages are brief messages that you can send :KHUH DUH ZH PHHWLQJ" and receive (such as ). Received messages appear on your phone display or in your text message inbox. The total number of messages the inbox can hold depends on the length of the messages, and the number of other messages and drafts stored in your phone.
Page 72 Setting Description 6KRUW 0VJ 6HWXS sets options for your Text Message, MMS, or Email 006 0VJ 6HWXS messages (see the followng (PDLO 0VJ 6HWXS Setup Options tables) Text Message Setup Options These are the settings for Text Message and Email messages: Setting Description 6HUYLFH &HQWUH 1R...
Page 73 Setting Description )LOWHU select phone numbers and email addresses from which messages will automatically be deleted ([SLUH $IWHU enter the expiry period—the number of days your network tries to resend unreceived messages 5HSO\ 7\SH select the default type of replies you want to send—Text Plus or Multimedia Message 6L]H /LPLW...
Page 74: Creating And Sending Messages
Setting Description 6073 +RVW IP address for sending Email (such as mail.test.com) 5HWXUQ $GGUHVV the address where replies to your messages are sent (usually your Email address) &OHDQXS the period of time that your phone waits before it deletes a message 6DYH 2Q 6HUYHU select whether to save a copy of...
Page 75 Shortcut: While dialling (with digits visible in the display), you can 6HQG 0HVVDJH Press > to create a text message addressed to the number entered Note: When you manually enter multiple phone numbers in the field, you must insert a space between each number. Press and hold to insert a space as needed.
Page 76 Press <(6 send the message Note: Your phone sends Email messages the next time it checks your account, or when you select 0HVVDJHV > 6HQG5HFHLYH 0DLO > cancel the message or save it as 'UDIW A saved message is stored in the drafts folder, where you can edit it and send it at a later time.
Page 77 Item Description && phone numbers or email (Text Plus and addresses where you want to Multimedia Message send a carbon copy of the only) message %&& phone numbers or email (Text Plus and addresses where you want to Multimedia Message send a blind carbon copy of the only) message (nobody can see their...
Page 78: Viewing Message Status
Viewing Message Status Text messages that you send are stored in the outbox. To view the contents of your outbox: 0HVVDJHV 2XWER[ Find the Feature > > Messages are sorted from newest to oldest. The following icons indicate message status: sending in delivered sending...
Page 79 From the new message notification: Press 5($' open the message (or your text message inbox if there are multiple messages) While reading a message, you can press to view the 7H[W 0VJ 0HQX that includes the following options: Option Description &DOO %DFN Call the number in the message header or embedded in the message.
Page 80 Notes: • If you receive a message with a file attached, you can save phone memory by storing the file on an SD/ MMC card. See “Using an SD or MMC Card” on page 119. • Some messages contain links that launch Java applications on your phone.
Page 81: Phonebook
Phonebook You can store a list of names and phone numbers or email addresses in your phone’s electronic phonebook. You can view these entries and call them directly from your phone. For email addresses, you can send a text message directly from your phone.
Page 82: Items In A Phonebook Entry
Items in a Phonebook Entry Voice Name indicator Entry’s Entry’s phone number, em indicates a recorded Name address, or voice name mailing list Entry’s speed dial number Type &DUOR (PU\V indicator identifies 6SHHG 1R indicates number 5LQJHU ,' &RQWLQHQWDO entry stored type: in phone...
Page 83: Enter Information
You can store a phonebook entry on your phone or on the SIM card. Entries with a speed dial number from 1 to 100 are stored on the phone. 101 and above are stored on the SIM. Shortcut: Enter a phone number in the idle display, then press 6725( ) to create a phonebook entry with the number in the field.
Page 84 Press &+$1*( (PDLO 0HPEHUV select , or 0HPEHUV Note: If you select (for a Mailing List), a list of phonebook entries appears. a Press S to scroll to an entry. b Press ) or 5(029( '21( c Press ) when you are finished.
Page 85 Press 5(&25' record a voice name for the entry, if desired See “Recording a Voice Name Go to step 16 if for a Phonebook Entry” on you do not want to page 86. record a voice name for the entry 16 S 6SHHG 1R scroll to...
Page 86: Recording A Voice Name For A Phonebook Entry
Press 6(/(&7 025( select if you want to create another entry with the same 1DPH Notes: You must enter a name and number to use this option. Complete Phonebook Entry When you are finished entering information for a phonebook entry: Press '21( store the entry and return to the...
Page 87: Dialling A Phonebook Entry
Do This (',7 3 Press edit the phonebook entry 4 Press S 9RLFH 1DPH scroll to 5(&25' 5 Press ) begin the recording process 3UHVV 5(&25' The phone displays .H\ WKHQ VD\ QDPH 6 Press and release record the voice name 5(&25' ) and 3UHVV 5(&25'...
Page 88: Editing A Phonebook Entry
Voice Dial Using a Soft Key To call a number using voice dial via a soft key: Do This Result Press and release Your phone goes to the entry in and speak the the phonebook list, repeats the entry’s pre-recorded voice name, pauses two name (within two seconds, then automatically...
Page 89: Using Phonebook Categories
Edit a phonebook entry or fixed dial entry by following the procedures described in “Storing a Phonebook Entry” on page 82. Deleting a Phonebook Entry To delete a phonebook entry: 3KRQHERRN Find the Feature > Press scroll to the entry you want to delete 3KRQHERRN 0HQX open the...
Page 90 Press (GLW scroll to 6(/(&7 (GLW select &+$1*( 1DPH select the category 6 keypad keys enter the category name (see “Entering and Editing Text” on page 41) store the category name &+$1*( open the member list scroll to a phonebook entry you want to add or remove Note: You cannot add entries stored on a SIM card.
Page 91 Delete a Category 3KRQHERRN Find the Feature > &DWHJRULHV > Press scroll to the category open the Categories menu 'HOHWH scroll to 6(/(&7 delete the category '21( confirm the deletion Reorder Categories 3KRQHERRN Find the Feature > &DWHJRULHV > 5HRUGHU /LVW >...
Page 92: Sorting Phonebook Entries
View Category Entries You can select a category to show only its entries: 3KRQHERRN Find the Feature > &DWHJRULHV > > the category you want to see Sorting Phonebook Entries You can set up your phone to sort your phonebook list by speed dial number (the standard), name, or voice dial.
Page 93: Setting The Primary Number For A Phonebook Entry
Press 3ULPDU\ &RQWDFWV scroll to $OO &RQWDFWV 6(/(&7 select the view preference '21( set the view preference To set an entry’s primary phone number, see the following procedure. Setting the Primary Number for a Phonebook Entry When you enter multiple phone numbers for the same name, you can set one as the primary number.
Page 94: Copying Phonebook Entries
Copying Phonebook Entries You can copy entries from one position to another, such as from positions in your phone memory to positions in your SIM card memory. Note: These procedures do not delete the original entries. Copy a Single Entry 3KRQHERRN Find the Feature >...
Page 95 Press 3KRQHERRN 0HQX open the &RS\ (QWULHV scroll to 6(/(&7 &RS\ (QWULHV select )URP VWDUW scroll to &+$1*( )URP VWDUW select 6 keypad keys enter the low speed dial number for the range of entries you want to copy store the number )URP HQG scroll to &+$1*(...
Page 96: Sending A Phonebook Entry
Synchronising with TrueSync Software You can synchronise phonebook entries between your phone and computer or hand-held device with Starfish TrueSync software, a Motorola accessory product. See ® the TrueSync user guide for more information. Note: TrueSync software is designed to synchronise with basic features of many popular Personal Information Management (PIM) software and hardware products.
Page 97: Setting 1-Touch Dial Preference
Setting 1-Touch Dial Preference You can set 1-touch dial to call the entries in your phone memory phonebook or the SIM card phonebook. 6HWWLQJV 2WKHU 6HWWLQJV Find the Feature > > ,QLWLDO 6HWXS > Press 7RXFK 'LDO scroll to &+$1*( 7RXFK 'LDO select scroll to the list you want...
Page 98: Customising Your Phone Settings
Customising Your Phone Settings You can adjust a wide variety of phone settings. Customising Menus You can customise the appearance of your main menu. To select an icon or list display for main menu options: 6HWWLQJV 3HUVRQDOLVH Find the Feature >...
Page 99: Redefining Keys
Redefining Keys You can assign new main menu items to the soft keys (left right ) and in the idle display. 6HWWLQJV 3HUVRQDOLVH Find the Feature > > +RPH .H\V > Press scroll to the keypress you want 6FUROO 8S 6FUROO 'RZQ to assign ( 6FUROO /HIW...
Page 100: Standard Shortcuts
Standard Shortcuts The following shortcuts are pre-programmed in your phone. You cannot edit or delete them. Do This Press lock/unlock your keypad Press display your phone number Press go to the dialled calls list (See “Viewing the Received Calls or Dialled Calls List” on page 56.) Press exit the menu system, return to...
Page 101: Setting A Wallpaper Image
Shortcut Options: Option Description 1DPH this name appears in the shortcut list the key you press to use the shortcut 9RLFH lets you record a voice shortcut Using Shortcuts You can use shortcuts from the idle display, while on a call, or while scrolling through a menu.
Page 102: Selecting A Screen Saver
Setting Description 3LFWXUH select the picture or animation for the background image in your idle display /D\RXW &HQWUH 7LOH select Selecting a Screen Saver 6HWWLQJV 3HUVRQDOLVH Find the Feature > > 6FUHHQ 6DYHU > Setting Description 3LFWXUH select the picture that appears when your phone is idle 'HOD\ select how long your phone must be idle...
Page 103: Getting More Out Of Your Phone
You also receive a hands- free stereo headset, and can purchase an optional Motorola Original™ Easy-Install or Pro-Install Hands-Free Kit for your car. These accessories provide alternative ways for you to use your phone without using your hands.
Page 104 Automatic Hands-Free You can set up your phone to automatically route calls to a car kit when it detects a connection. 6HWWLQJV 2WKHU 6HWWLQJV Find the Feature > > &DU 6HWWLQJV > $XWR +DQGVIUHH > Press scroll to 6(/(&7 confirm the setting Power-Off Delay When your phone is connected to a car kit, you can set it to stay on for a period of time after you switch off the ignition.
Page 105: Dialling Options
Charger Time When your phone is connected to a car kit, you can set it to charge itself for a specified time period after you switch off the ignition. This helps ensure that the phone battery gets fully charged while the vehicle is parked.
Page 106: Service Dialling
You must enter your SIM PIN2 code to edit fixed dial entries. To open the fixed dial list: )DFLOLWLHV )L[HG 'LDO Find the Feature > > In the fixed dial list, you can create, edit, delete, and sort entries just like in the phonebook list. See the “Phonebook” chapter (page 81).
Page 107: Monitoring Phone Use
If the message contains more than one phone number, press S to 6(/(&7 scroll to a number, then press ) to dial. Sending DTMF Tones While you are on a call, you can send keypresses as tones, to enter a credit card number or password: Do This 6HQG 7RQHV Press...
Page 108: Viewing And Resetting Call Costs
You can view the approximate network connection time elapsed during the following calls: Timer Description /DVW &DOO Time spent on the last call dialled or received. You cannot reset this timer. 'LDOOHG &DOOV Total time spent on dialled calls since the last time you reset this timer.
Page 109 Cost Tracker Description &UHGLW $YDLODEOH Amount of your credit remaining. For GSM advice-of-charge, this is only available if you set a credit limit. Note: Your phone receives cost information from the advice-of-charge feature or third-party prepay software. ([SLU\ 'DWH Date that the available credit expires (available only with a subscription to a prepay option).
Page 110: Network Features
To view a cost tracker: 5HFHQW &DOOV &DOO &RVW Find the Feature > > Press scroll to the cost tracker you want to view 6(/(&7 view the recorded cost To reset the cost tracker: Press 5(6(7 reset the cost (if available) enter your PIN2 code to confirm the reset Network Features...
Page 111 USB cable connections. Check your external device for specifications. Setting Up a Cable Connection Attach a serial cable or Motorola Original USB cable to the phone and external device as follows. Note: Check your computer or hand-held device to determine the type of cable you need.
Page 112: Setting Up An Infrared Connection
Attaching a USB Cable Do This 1 Plug the end of the cable with the Motorola logo into your phone’s accessory connector port. Make sure that the logo and the phone are both facing you. 2 Plug the other end—the USB connection—into the USB port on the external device.
Page 113: Setting Up A Bluetooth Connection
If the phone does not find an infrared-capable device, it changes 6723 67$57 the right softkey ( ) from Press 67$57 try another connection 6723 To break the infrared data connection, press You can also move the device away from the phone, turn off the device, or turn off the phone.
Page 114: Data And Fax Calls
> > Data and Fax Calls A Motorola Original™ data kit with a cable or a Bluetooth™ wireless connection lets you transfer data between your phone and a computer or other external device. You can: • use your phone as a modem to connect to the Internet.
Page 115: Installing The Software
Installing the Software Install the software from the CD-ROM that comes with your Motorola Original data kit. See the data kit’s user guide for more information. Note: This software is required to transfer data between your phone and an external device.
Page 116 Use this feature to transfer data to your computer from another device. Transfer the Data or Fax Connect your phone (see “Connecting Your Phone to an External Device” on page 110). Your phone notifies you when the data or fax call arrives, and transfers the call to the connected device.
Page 117: Using Sync
Press dial the call Speak and, when ready, initiate the fax transfer on the connected device. When transfer is complete, end the call from the connected device. Using Sync This feature lets you quickly synchronise your events and Phonebook entries with a local computer, or with an Internet server using a wireless connection.
Page 118: Sending Files From Your Phone
Using a Local Sync Partner To use Sync with a local partner such as a connected desktop computer, you must install Starfish TrueSync software, a Motorola ® accessory product. See the TrueSync user guide for more information.
Page 119: Using An Sd Or Mmc Card
If you choose IrDA or Bluetooth methods, this creates a wireless link that closes after the entry is sent. To set up a cable connection, see “Connecting Your Phone to an External Device” on page 110. Using an SD or MMC Card You can purchase Secure Digital or Multimedia Cards to store or load large files such as videos, pictures, or sound.
Page 120: Security
Security Line Security /LQH 1RW 6HFXUH If your phone displays while you are on a call, your phone has detected another device monitoring the call. This message does not appear when caller ID, call cost, or other information fills the display. Locking and Unlocking Your Phone You can lock your phone manually or set your phone to lock automatically whenever you turn it off.
Page 121: Changing Your Unlock Code
Set Your Phone to Lock Automatically You can set your phone to lock every time you turn it off: 6HWWLQJV 6HFXULW\ Find the Feature > > 3KRQH /RFN > $XWRPDWLF /RFN > > Press 1 keypad keys enter your four-digit unlock code set the phone to lock automatically Unlock Your Phone...
Page 122 Notes: • Your service provider may retain your phone’s security code for customer service purposes. In this case, you will not be able to use phone features that require you to enter the security code (such as master clear, master reset, and the unlock code bypass feature).
Page 123: If You Forget Your Unlock Code
If You Forget Your Unlock Code If you forget your security code (originally set to 000000), SIM PIN, SIM PIN2, or call barring password, contact 3. If you forget your unlock code, try entering 1234 or the last four digits of your phone number. If that does not work, do the following (QWHU 8QORFN &RGH when you see the message:...
Page 124: Unblock The Sim Card Pin Code
6HWWLQJV 6HFXULW\ Find the Feature > > 6,0 3,1 > Press scroll to 6(/(&7 switch protection on or off 3 keypad keys enter your SIM card PIN code submit your code 3,1 Note: You can also activate your code, to protect secure applications such as Fixed Dial.
Page 125: Locking And Unlocking Applications
Press 2 PUK code + unblock the SIM + new PIN code + card PIN features + new PIN code + Note: You can open the PIN2 unblocking editor by entering * * 0 5 2 * . Use the PUK2 code in place of the PUK code in the above procedure.
Page 126: Personal Organiser Features
Personal Organiser Features Calendar The calendar lets you schedule and organise events such as appointments and meetings. You can review your schedule of events for the week or by the day, and have your phone play a reminder alarm for specific events. Note: You must set the correct time and date in order to use the calendar (see “Setting the Time and Date”...
Page 127 Viewing by the Day 9,(: Select a day in the week view and press ) to see the day’s events. You can store, edit, view, copy, and delete any event from the day view. Untimed Day of event 7+8 129 week -RH V %LUWKGD\ ç...
Page 128: Storing A New Event
Viewing by the Event 9,(: Select an event in the day view and press ) to open the detailed event view. You can edit, copy, and delete events from the event view. Day and time Alarm Duration 7+8 DP 0DULH PWJ IRU VWDWXV Alarm time KUV...
Page 129: Changing Event Information
Press store the event title scroll to other fields and enter information as necessary Other fields let you enter start time, duration, date, repeating events, and reminder alarm. '21( store the new event and return to the day view Changing Event Information To change information about an existing event: 2IILFH 7RROV &DOHQGDU...
Page 130: Copying An Event
Copying an Event To copy information from a current event to a new event: 2IILFH 7RROV &DOHQGDU Find the Feature > > Press scroll to the scheduled event 9,(: display the day view scroll to the event to copy &DOHQGDU 0HQX open the &RS\ scroll to...
Page 131: Deleting An Event
Synchronise with TrueSync Software You can synchronise events between your phone and ® computer or hand-held device with Starfish TrueSync software, a Motorola accessory product. See the TrueSync user guide for more information. Personal Organiser Features - 131...
Page 132: Alarm Reminders
Note: TrueSync software is designed to synchronise with basic features of many popular Personal Information Management (PIM) software and hardware products. Sending an Event You can send pictures, sounds, shortcuts, bookmarks, events and Phonebook entries to a connected computer. See “Sending Files from Your Phone”...
Page 133: Voice Notes
Setting a Reminder Expiry Your phone displays event reminders until you close them. You can tell your phone not to show reminders for events that happened a few hours or days ago. 2IILFH 7RROV &DOHQGDU Find the Feature > > 6HWXS >...
Page 134 3/$< play the voice note When you connect an optional Motorola Original™ headset or FM Stereo Radio Headset accessory to your phone, Voice Note playback is automatically routed to the headset. Tip: You can play a voice note while on a call. It will not be transmitted to the other party.
Page 135: Playback Screen
Playback Screen The playback screen is displayed as the voice note plays. Indicates Voice 9RLFH 1RWH % played note number Press Press left to right to rewind fast forward Return to Erase 6$9( '(/(7( previous voice note screen Press to open the 9RLFH 1RWHV 0HQX Personal Organiser Features - 135...
Page 136 Voice Note Controls Stop playback and 9RLFH go to 1RWHV 0HQX Raise or lower Press and hold to playback record a voice volume of note. voice note. Stop playback and delete voice note (if unlocked) or unlock Stop playback and return to voice notes list.
Page 137: Delete A Voice Note
Lock and Unlock a Voice Note Lock a voice note to prevent it from being deleted. You must unlock a voice note to delete it. 2IILFH 7RROV 9RLFH 1RWHV Find the Feature > > Press scroll to the voice note 9RLFH 1RWHV 0HQX open the /RFN...
Page 138: Calculator And Currency Converter
Check Voice Note Memory To check available memory and delete old voice notes: 2IILFH 7RROV 9RLFH 1RWHV Find the Feature > > Press 9RLFH 1RWHV 0HQX open the 0HPRU\ scroll to 6(/(&7 display the memory meter '(/(7( delete all voice notes, if desired <(6 confirm the deletion Calculator and Currency Converter...
Page 139: Function Description
Press to open the Calculator Menu functions: Function Description Store the displayed number in memory. 0& Clear memory. Recall the value stored in memory. Divide the displayed value by 100. &RQYHUW ([FKDQJH Multiply the displayed value by the &XUUHQF\ 5DWH you stored.
Page 140: News And Entertainment
News and Entertainment Mobile Internet %URZVHU 3 provides services for you to use over the Internet. Select or press to open a menu of the services. To get back to this menu when you are in a service, just press .
Page 141 Interacting With Web Pages You can perform the following operations on a Web page: Do This Press S up or down scroll through a page Press S left or right go back to the previous page or forward to the next one %URZVHU 0HQX Press open the...
Page 142 Download Pictures and Sounds You can download a picture, animation, or sound from a Web page by selecting its link. A picture or animation is displayed when downloading is complete. A sound begins to play when downloading is complete. Note: To save phone memory, store graphic, video, and sound files on an SD/MMC card.
Page 143: Java Applications
Press 6(/(&7 select the option 6WRUH 2QO\ If you select , the procedure is complete. 6HW $V 5LQJ 7RQH If you select , your 6HW $V :KLFK" phone displays , and lists the events for which you can set an alert. scroll to the event 6(/(&7 store the sound and set it as the...
Page 144 You may see one of the following error messages when you download a kJava application. This section describes some common problems and their solutions. Problem Resolution ,QVXIILFLHQW 6WRUDJH You must delete another Java application before storing the 0HPRU\ )XOO file. See page 145. $SSOLFDWLRQ $OUHDG\ ([LVWV The same version of this application is already installed.
Page 145 If the application requires an Internet connection, your phone prompts you to approve the connection. To automatically approve Internet connections for Java applications: 6HWWLQJV 2WKHU 6HWWLQJV Find the Feature > > -DYD 7RROV > 1HWZRUN $FFHVV > Press $OZD\V $VN scroll to $VN 2QFH 3HU $SS 1HYHU $VN...
Page 146 Press open the application manager menu scroll to a menu option 6(/(&7 select the option to perform procedures as described in the following list The application manager menu includes the following options: Option Description 9LHZ 'HWDLOV Display the suite name, vendor, version, number of apps, flash usage, and memory requirements.
Page 147: Camera And Picture Viewer
Option Displays &/'& 9HUVLRQ The connected limited device configuration version on your phone. 0,'3 9HUVLRQ The mobile information device profile version on your phone. 'DWD 6SDFH Memory available for application data (such as phone book entries or game scores). 3URJUDP 6SDFH Amount of free memory available for Java applications.
Page 148: Capture Pictures
Capture Pictures To take a picture, attach the camera/video accessory to your phone and follow these steps: 0HGLD &HQWUH 3LFWXUHV Find the Feature > > >1HZ 3LFWXUH@ > The image in the camera’s viewfinder appears on your phone’s display Do This 1 Point your phone find the picture you want to take at the subject of...
Page 149 Press scroll to the picture 6(/(&7 view the picture 3 S left or right view the previous/next picture '(7$,/6 view picture information 3LFWXUH 9LHZHU open the menu to perform other procedures as described in the following list 3LFWXUH 9LHZHU menu includes the following options: Option Description 1HZ 3LFWXUH...
Page 150: Video Recorder And Viewer
Video Recorder and Viewer The camera attachment is not available on all phones. To capture videos on your phone, install the camera as described in “Reinstalling the Camera” on page 22. You can send pictures, sounds, shortcuts, bookmarks, events, and Phonebook entries to a connected computer.
Page 151: Creating Alert Tones
Watch Videos 0HGLD &HQWUH 9LGHRV Find the Feature > > Press scroll to the video 3/$< view the video '(7$,/6 view video information 9LGHR 3OD\HU open the menu to perform other procedures as described in the following list 9LGHR 3OD\HU menu includes the following options: Option Description...
Page 152 Press >1HZ 7RQH@ scroll to 6(/(&7 >1HZ 7RQH@ select &+$1*( 1RWHV select 4 keypad keys enter notes for the tone (see “Entering Notes” on page 152) store the notes &+$1*( 1DPH select 7 keypad keys enter the name for the tone store the name '21( store the tone...
Page 153 Display Description note D note E note F set octave three note G rest sharp flat quarter note or quarter rest half note or half rest whole note or whole rest move cursor left move cursor right Enter a note as follows: Task Action Change the...
Page 154 Task Action Change a note to Enter a sharp or flat ( or ) after a sharp or flat selecting the note. Some sharps and flats are played as standard notes. For example, . Press S to scroll to & the same as valid notes when entering a new note.
Page 155 Press Display 3 3 7 7 enter a quarter note E flat 4 4 0 0 enter a half rest 4 0 0 0 enter a whole note Playing a Tone 5LQJ 6W\OHV 0\ 7RQHV Find the Feature > > Press scroll to the tone you want to play...
Page 156: Games
Press scroll to the tone you want to edit (',7 open the tone details scroll to the details you want to edit 1DPH 1RWHV &+$1*( select the details you want to edit 5 keypad keys enter new text or notes (see “Entering Notes”...
Page 157: Sim Applications
*DPHV $SSV Find the Feature > Press scroll to the game of your choice 6(/(&7 start the game When the game is over, you can play another session of the same game or return to the games menu. Press %$&. —left) return to the games menu —left)
Page 158: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Check these questions first if you have problems with your phone: Question Answer Is your battery The battery level indicator should charged? Do have at least one segment showing you see ). If it does not, recharge your the display? battery.
Page 159 Question Answer Has the phone Dropping your phone, getting it wet, been damaged, or using a non-Motorola battery dropped, or got charger can damage the phone. The wet? phone’s limited warranty does not cover liquid damage or damage Was a...
Page 160 Problem Solution The display Call 3 to obtain the PIN unblocking 6,0 %ORFNHG says: key (PUK) code. See “Unblock the How do I SIM Card PIN Code” on page 124. unblock my SIM card? The display Enter the factory-preset unlock code (QWHU 8QORFN says: (1234), or the last four digits of your...
Page 161 Problem Solution I cannot make/ Make sure that you have a phone answer calls. signal (see the “Signal Strength Indicator” item on page 32). Avoid electrical or radio interference, and obstructions such as bridges, car parks, or tall buildings. Your phone also may have the &DOO %DUULQJ feature turned on.
Page 162 Problem Solution I cannot open Before you can use text or my inbox. information services messages, you must set up the appropriate inbox. See “Setting Up the Message Inbox” on page 71. How do I see the To see the most recent calls you calls I sent or dialled or received, open the “Recent received?
Page 163 Problem Solution What can I do to Your battery’s performance is extend battery affected by charge time, feature use, life? temperature changes, and other factors. For tips on extending your battery life, see “Battery Use” on page 27. I plugged the The beep indicates that you are set data cable into up correctly.
Page 164 Problem Solution When sending 19200 Kbps is the data transfer rate data with the of the connection between your data cable, why computer and the phone in a does the standard CSD (Circuit Switch Data) computer show connection. The rate of the a connection connection between your phone and rate of 19200...
Page 165: Specific Absorption Rate Data
Specific Absorption Rate Data This model phone meets international standards for exposure to radio waves Your mobile phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy. These limits are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish permitted levels of RF energy for the general population.
Page 166 While there may be differences between the SAR levels of various phones and at various positions, they all meet the governmental requirements for safe exposure. Please note that modifications to this product model could cause differences in the SAR value for later products;...
Page 167: Index
Index accessories backlight 40 connector ports 1 barring calls 68 optional 22, 103, 114, 134 battery standard 22 car kit charger time 105 $GG 'LJLWV feature 58 charging 26 alert extending battery life 27–28, creating 151–156 40, 163 defined 39 installing 25–26 indicators 33, 39 level indicator 26, 33...
Page 168 reminders 129, 132 storing 56–59 synchronising information talk then fax 116–117 terminating 54 week view 126 timing 107 call transferring 66–67 adding digits after phone unanswered call 59 number 58 voice dial 62 alert profile, setting 39 call barring 68 alert type, selecting 40 call cost information 108–110 alert, creating 151–156...
Page 169 credit information 109 DTMF tones 57, 58, 107, 162 cursor 38 customer service, calling 63 customising the menu 98 earpiece cut text 50 illustration 1 volume, adjusting 29 email address, storing in data call phonebook 82 connecting to external emergency number 54–55 device 110, 115 end key receiving 115–116...
Page 170 fixed dial ignoring a call 54 defined 105 inbox, text message 71 described 105 incoming call dialling numbers 105 cancelling 54 editing an entry 88–89, 105 ignoring 54 storing an entry 83–86 terminating 54 ,QFRPLQJ &DOO turning on/off 105 message 53 using 105–106 indicators flashing cursor, defined 38...
Page 171 Java applications 143–147 making a call 29–30 joystick 34 master clear 41 master reset 41 menu %URZVHU 0HQX &DOFXODWRU 0HQX end 1, 30, 35 customising 98 left soft key 1, 35, 99 'DWHERRN 0HQX 126, 127, 128 menu 1, 35, 52 'LDOOLQJ 0HQX power 28 entering text 37–38, 41–50...
Page 172 deleting, text 79 my tones 151–156 0\ 7RQHV 0HQX dialling number from 106– 155, 156 inbox setup 71 locking, text 79 ‘n’ character 56 outbox 78 network settings 110 reading, text 79 notepad receiving 78–79 defined 59 reminders, text message 78, entering digits 59 number, viewing your own 52 reminders, voicemail 61,...
Page 173 connecting to external voice dial 62 device 110, 115 phonebook credit available 109 attaching two numbers 58 date, setting 39 capacity, checking 96 erase user-entered copying entries 94–95 information 41 deleting an entry 89 frequency, changing 110 dialling a number 62, 87 language, setting 99 editing an entry 88–89 locking 120–121...
Page 174 PIN code redial activating/deactivating 123– automatic redial 53 busy number 52 defined 123 reminders protecting the SIM card calendar 129 123–124 setting 132 unblocking 124 text message 78, 132 PIN2 code 106 voicemail message 61, 132 unblocking 125 right soft key power key 28 customising 99 predictive text entry...
Page 175 sending a call. See making a activating/deactivating 123– call service dial protecting the SIM card defined 106 123–124 service indicator unblocking 124 defined 33 SIM PIN2 code 106 short message service. See unblocking 125 text message SMS. See text message shortcuts soft keys creating 100...
Page 176 telephone number, viewing text mode, changing 42 7H[W 0VJ 0HQX your own 52 text options 79 block cursor 38 time, setting 39 browse mode 42 timers 107 character chart 45 transfer a call 66–67 copy 50 travel charger, using 26 cut 50 TrueSync 96, 118 entering from keypad 41–50...
Page 177 defined 86 phonebook indicator 82 recording 86–87 voice note defined 133 locking and unlocking 137 voice notes 133–137 voicemail 61 volume earpiece 29 keypad 40 ringer 29, 40 speakerphone 29 volume keys 29 wait character 56 wallpaper 101, 142 setting 149 Web pages 140, 141 6809452A43 Index - 177...

Motorola A830 User Manual

Menu Map

Safety and General Information

Warranty Information

Getting Started

Using Your Phone

Calling Features

Messages and Email

Phonebook

Customising Your Phone Settings

Getting more out of Your Phone

Security

Personal Organiser Features

News and Entertainment

Troubleshooting

Specific Absorption Rate Data

Index

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