Alva MPO 5500 User manual

3000700
User Manual
3000700

Declaration of conformity
ALVA BV declares the MPO 5500 conforms to the directives of the
1999/5/EU Council.
This equipment complies with the European R&TTE directive.
Copyright 2003 by ALVA BV.
All rights reserved.

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without the express written consent of ALVA BV.

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CONTENTS
1 About this manual..................................................9
1.1 Welcome ....................................................................9
1.2 MPO User Manual......................................................9
1.3 Using this manual.....................................................11
2 Safety precautions...............................................13
3 Finding keys and connectors...............................17
3.1 The connectors.........................................................17
3.2 Finding the keys on the top side...............................18
3.2.1 The braille array and touch cursors......................18
3.2.2 The ON/OFF switch.............................................19
3.2.3 The braille keyboard ............................................19
3.2.4 The braille scroll keys ..........................................19
3.2.5 The menu keys....................................................19
3.2.6 The navigation keys.............................................20
3.2.7 The audio keys ....................................................20
4 Getting to know your MPO ..................................21
4.1 Using the braille keyboard........................................21
4.2 Using the ON/OFF switch.........................................22
4.3 Using the menu keys................................................22
4.4 Using the navigation keys.........................................23
4.4.1 Navigating through menus...................................23
4.4.2 Moving the cursor................................................24
4.4.3 Confirmation keys................................................24
4.5 Using the audio keys................................................25
4.5.1 Audio output control.............................................25
4.5.2 Phone commands................................................26
4.6 Using the braille scroll keys......................................26
4.7 Using the touch cursors............................................27
4.7.1 Quickly accessing menu items.............................27
4.7.2 Quick text selection..............................................27
4.7.3 Current menu position..........................................27

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4.8 Speech support .......................................................28
4.9 Synchronizing data between MPO and PC.............. 28
5 Preparing to use your phone............................... 29
5.1 Charging the battery................................................29
5.2 Inserting the SIM card..............................................29
5.3 Changing your PIN code.......................................... 30
6 Editing text in notes and SMS............................. 31
6.1 Using speech to edit text ......................................... 31
6.2 Typing text...............................................................31
6.3 Moving within text....................................................32
6.4 Selecting, copying/pasting and deleting text using the
Context menu.......................................................... 32
6.5 Selecting, copying/pasting and deleting text using
shortcuts.................................................................. 33
7 Using Notes........................................................ 35
7.1 Adding a note ..........................................................35
7.1.1 Adding a new note to the “unfiled” category.........35
7.1.2 Adding a new note to a particular category..........36
7.1.3 Editing a filed note...............................................37
7.2 Managing notes.......................................................37
7.2.1 Moving a note......................................................37
7.2.2 Deleting a note....................................................38
7.2.3 Finding words or text strings................................39
8 Using the Phone ................................................. 41
8.1 Switching ON the phone module.............................41
8.1.1 PIN and PUK code security.................................41
8.2 Making a phone call................................................. 42
8.3 Choosing a telephone number.................................42
8.3.1 Manual dial..........................................................42
8.3.2 Choosing a number from the Contacts phone list 43
8.3.3 Choosing a number from the Missed calls list......43
8.3.4 Choosing a number from the Received calls list..43

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8.3.5 Choosing a number from the Dialed numbers list.44
8.4 Completing a phone call...........................................44
8.5 Answering a phone call ............................................45
8.6 Managing phone lists ...............................................46
8.6.1 Deleting the missed calls list, received calls list or
dialed numbers list...............................................46
8.6.2 Copying/pasting and deleting data.......................46
9 Using SMS..........................................................49
9.1 Sending a new text message ...................................49
9.1.1 The Outbox..........................................................50
9.1.2 Messages stored in the Outbox ...........................51
9.1.3 Messages stored in the Send items list................51
9.2 Receiving a text message ........................................52
9.2.1 Reading messages stored in the Read items list..52
9.2.2 Forwarding a text message..................................53
9.2.3 Replying to a text message..................................54
10 Using Contacts....................................................55
10.1 Personal contact information....................................55
10.2 Adding a new contact...............................................56
10.3 Duplicating a contact................................................56
10.4 Viewing contact information sorted by last name .....57
10.5 Viewing contact information sorted by company name
.................................................................................57
10.6 Editing a contact.......................................................58
10.7 Deleting contacts......................................................58
11 Using the Agenda................................................61
11.1 Adding a new appointment.......................................61
11.2 Editing an appointment.............................................62
11.3 Viewing future appointments....................................62
11.4 Viewing history.........................................................62
11.5 Deleting an appointment...........................................63

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12 Using the utilities................................................. 65
12.1 Viewing the time and date ....................................... 65
12.2 Viewing network and phone status.......................... 65
12.3 Viewing battery status..............................................66
12.4 Viewing system info.................................................66
12.5 Using the alarm .......................................................66
12.6 Using the calculator................................................. 67
12.6.1 Typing digits........................................................68
12.6.2 Memory storage ..................................................68
12.6.3 Changing the evaluation order.............................68
12.6.4 Using the Calculator Context menu.....................68
13 Customizing your MPO....................................... 71
13.1 User settings............................................................ 71
13.2 Phone settings.........................................................71
13.3 SMS settings ...........................................................72
13.4 Notes settings.......................................................... 72
13.5 Time and date settings ............................................ 73
13.6 Audio settings..........................................................73
13.7 Speech settings.......................................................74
13.8 Braille settings......................................................... 75
13.9 Keyboard settings....................................................75
13.10Startup settings........................................................ 76
13.11Power management settings................................... 76
13.12Restoring factory default settings ............................77

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Appendix A: Care and maintenance...........................79
Appendix B: Technical specifications..........................81
Appendix C: Shortcuts................................................83
Appendix D: SIM card definitions................................87
Appendix E: Braille indicators.....................................89
Appendix F: Context menus .......................................91
Appendix G: Keys/Connectors overview.....................97
Appendix H: Troubleshooting ...................................101
Appendix I: FCC Statement......................................102
Index ........................................................................104

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About this manual 9
1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL
1.1 Welcome
Your new Mobile Phone Organiser (MPO) prepares you for
your entry into the world of mobile communications. Welcome!
The MPO is a compact, easy to carry all-in-one device for use
in a variety of mobile situations. Use the MPO to make phone
calls, to send SMS text messages and to manage your
personal information. The MPO has many built-in features to
make your life easier, such as: a phone and address directory,
notebook, clock and alarm system, agenda and an easy to use
calculator. In addition, your MPO can be connected to a PC or
laptop using its built-in USB port in order to synchronize your
information.
The MPO has been specially designed for visually impaired
people. All functions are accessible to you in braille and
speech. Information can be entered into the MPO using an 8-
key braille keyboard. Enjoy today’s wireless communication,
information and entertainment services at home or on the road
now!
1.2 MPO User Manual
This manual provides comprehensive instructions for the end-
user. It has been organized in a manner such that most
sections can be read and understood without the need to refer
to other parts of the manual.
Chapter 2: Safety precautions provides you guidelines with
which you must be familiar before using your MPO.
Chapter 3: Finding keys and connectors teaches you where
to find all the keys, slots and connection ports.

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Chapter 4: Getting to know your MPO teaches you the
specific function of each key and introduces you to the speech
support. Make sure you are familiar with the function of every
key before you start using your MPO.
Chapter 5: Preparing your phone for use guides you in
making preparations to start using the phone. You will learn
how to charge the battery, insert a SIM card and change your
PIN code.
Chapter 6: Editing text in notes and SMS explains how to
use the text editor to type and edit text in a note or SMS
message.
Chapter 7: Using notes explains how to create, edit and
manage notes.
Chapter 8: Using the phone explains how to make and
answer a phone call and how phone lists can assist you.
Chapter 9: Using SMS explains how to send, receive, forward
and reply to text messages.
Chapter 10: Using contacts explains how to add new
contacts and how to quickly find a contact’s information.
Appendix A: Care and maintenance provides all the
necessary information with respect to care and maintenance of
your MPO, so you can enjoy it for many years to come.
Appendix B: Technical specifications lists all the technical
specification items of the MPO.
Appendix C: Shortcuts list all the shortcuts that are available
for you to quickly execute commands without the need to use
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Appendix D: SIM card definitions explains some techniques
related to mobile phones: SIM card, PIN code and PUK code.
Appendix E: Braille indicators lists all the braille indicators
which the MPO uses to indicate the type of content on the
braille array.
Appendix F: Context menus shows an overview of all
commands available throughout the various menus. The
Context menu is always available to you at the press of a
button.
Appendix G: Keys/connectors overview shows an overview
of all the keys and connectors with a short description of their
function.
Appendix H: Troubleshooting informs you how to handle in
case the MPO would malfunction.
1.3 Using this manual
Throughout this manual the following conventions are used to
indicate specific user information:
• Braille character. The braille character to be typed is
surrounded by square brackets []. For example: [m]
• Braille output. The output on the braille array is surrounded
by single quotes. For example: ‘b’.
• Key name. The key to be pressed is surrounded by square
brackets []. For example: [Cancel]
• List title. The title of a list to appear is written in capitals.
For example: PHONE
• List item. The name of a list item to select is written in
italic. For example: Settings
• Message information. Information is written next to a line
number. For example: LINE 1

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Safety precautions 13
2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This section provides various safety guidelines. Read this
information before using your MPO. Failure to comply with
these guidelines could result in injury or conflict with
governmental regulations.
UL REGULATION
The long-term characteristics or the possible physiological
effects of Radio Frequency Electromagnetic fields have not
been evaluated by UL.
PERSONAL SAFETY
Avoid using the phone while you are walking around,
especially in the presence of vehicle traffic. Find a safe place
to stand or sit first.
HOSPITAL USAGE
It is strongly recommended that you switch your phone off
when you are in a hospital or when you are near medical
equipment. Follow all rules and regulations required by the
respective authorities.
AIRPLANE USAGE
You are advised not to use phones while traveling on an
airplane. Do not use phones on airplanes. This can cause
interference with the navigational equipment. Use of mobile
phones on airplanes is generally not permitted.
PACEMAKERS
If you use a pacemaker:
• Keep the MPO at a minimum distance of 20 cm or 8 inches
from your pacemaker when the phone is switched on.
• Never carry the MPO in your inner pocket when the phone
is switched on.

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• If there is any reason to suspect that interference is
occurring, switch off the phone immediately.
HEARING AIDS
Consult the dealer of your hearing aid if the MPO interferes
with your hearing aid.
OTHER MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
Operation of any radio transmitting equipment, like the MPO,
may interfere with inadequately protected medical equipment.
Consult your doctor to determine if the medical equipment is
sufficiently protected.
TRANSPORTATION VEHICLES
The RF signals of the MPO may interfere with some
inadequately protected electronic systems in your
transportation vehicle. These could include systems like ABS,
speed control, fuel injection and airbag systems. Consult the
manufacturer or the representative regarding your vehicle.
EXPLOSIVE ENVIRONMENTS
Switch off your phone if you are in an area with a potentially
explosive atmosphere, such as gas stations, fuel depots or
chemical plants. Obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in
such areas could cause an explosion or fire, resulting in body
injury or death.
QUALIFIED SERVICE
Attempts to service the MPO by an unauthorized person may
result in voiding the product warranty.

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EMERGENCY CALLS
In order to make or receive calls the phone must be switched
on and be used in a service area with adequate signal
strength.
MAKING AN EMERGENCY CALL
1. If the phone is not on, switch it on.
2. Press twice [OK].
3. Type the emergency number for your present location.
4. Press [OK].
5. Give all necessary information as accurately as possible.
Do not terminate the call until you are given permission to
do so.

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Finding keys and connectors 17
3 FINDING KEYS AND CONNECTORS
All of the MPO’s keys can be found on the top side of the unit.
All of the connectors can be found on the rear side.
3.1 The connectors
On the rear side you will find 5 connectors. A single connector
is located on the left side. Four connectors are grouped
together on the right side. The connectors from right to left are
arranged as follows:
• Power connector. Use this connector to connect a power
adapter for charging the battery.
• Stereo headset connector: marked with an ‘l’ below the
connector. Use this connector to connect a stereo headset
to your MPO.
• Phone headset connector: marked with a ‘ll’ below the
connector. Use this connector to connect a mono headset
to your MPO.
• USB connector: marked with a ‘lll’ below the connector.
Use this connector to connect your MPO with a PC or
laptop.
• SIM slot. Use this slot to insert your SIM card. The SIM slot
contains the SIM card holder. The SIM card holder must
hold your SIM card. The SIM card holder can be ejected by
depressing the small round push button on the left of the
SIM slot.

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3.2 Finding the keys on the top side
As you hold the MPO with the keys facing upwards and the
connectors oriented away from you, all of the braille keys and
line of braille cells are situated on the top surface of the unit.
• ON/OFF switch.
• A 9-key braille keyboard.
• Two menu keys.
• Six navigation keys.
• Six audio keys.
• Two braille scroll keys.
• Twenty touch cursors.
3.2.1 The braille array and touch cursors
The Braille array is located on the upper half of the MPO and
centered horizontally. The braille array consists of 20 braille
cells. Above each braille cell is a corresponding touch cursor
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3.2.2 The ON/OFF switch
The ON/OFF switch can be found directly above the line of
touch cursors in the middle on the top edge of your MPO.
3.2.3 The braille keyboard
The space bar is the middle key located in the group of three
keys situated on the edge of the MPO closest to you. The
space bar is the ninth key in the set of keys which comprise
the braille keyboard. The other eight braille keys can be found
directly above the space bar: four braille keys on the left and
four braille keys on the right. Place the four fingers of your left
hand on top of the left set of four braille keys. Place four
fingers of your right hand on top of the right braille keys. Your
hands are now positioned over an 8-dot braille keyboard.
Your left forefinger is on key [1], your left middle finger is on
key [2], your left ring finger is on key [3] and your left little
finger is on key [7] or the [Backspace] key. Your right
forefinger is on key [4], your right middle finger is on key [5],
your right ring finger is on key [6] and your right little finger is
on key [8] or the [New Line] key.
Use the forefingers, middle fingers and ring fingers of your left
and right hand to type standard braille characters. Use the little
finger of your left hand to operate the [Backspace] key. Use
the little finger of your right hand to operate the [New Line]
key. Use your left or right thumb to depress the space bar.
3.2.4 The braille scroll keys
On the left and right sides of the MPO immediately below the
braille array are the left and right braille scroll keys. The key on
the left is the [Scroll Left] key and the key on the right is the
[Scroll Right] key.
3.2.5 The menu keys
To the left of the space bar you will find the [Programs] key.
To the right of the space bar you will find the [Menu] key.