AMOI A90 User manual

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Thank you for choosing Amoi A90, the fashionable and elegant color
screen mobile phone, especially for men. The A90 is the perfect
integration of unparalleled contemporary design and consummate
craftsmanship, bringing you easy communication, and entertainment,
as well as highlighting your taste.
Key features:
Phonebook memory of 500 entries
Schedule and Person Information
PC Sync, Ebook, Voice memo
Games, Karaoke, Music player
40-polyphonicringtone (26)
Internet access and surfing
Message box lock function
Worldtime, Countdown
Intelligent speed dial
Vivid standby theme
Dancing-Phone
3 Alarm clocks
Specifications:
GSM900/1800/1900MHz
HR, FR and EFR voice codec
GPRS class 10, WAP 1.2.1
SMS
Size: 85x46x24 mm
Weight: 80 g with slim batter
The manufacturer may, at any time and without notice, make changes or
improvements to the products offered, but will provide necessary corrigendum with
this manual or release new version of this manual for the following lot. The Amoi
logo and trademark are the property of the manufacturer.December 2003
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety precautions………………………………………….6
Unpacking…………………………………………………….8
Your Phone…………………………………………………11
GettingStarted……………………………………………13
Installing a SIM Card………………………………………13

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Charging a Battery…………………………….……….…..16
Switching the Phone On/Off………………………………..19
Your Phones Modes………………………….……………...20
KeysDescription....................................................................21
Display....................................................................................22
Call Functions……………………………………………..24
Making Calls…………………………………………….....24
Making a Call From PhoneBook………………….………...24
Last Number Redialing…………………………………...…25
Making International Calls…….……………….………....25
Receiving Calls……………………………….…………...26
Missed Calls………………….………………….........27
Call Menu…..………………….……………………...28
Phonebook(PB)…………………………………………....31
Storing a Phone Number in PB……………………………...32
PBMenu…………………………………………………….33
Smart-Dial
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All…….……………………………………….........34
Search Name…….……………………….………...34
Search Number…………………………….………...34
Add……………………………………………….………...34
PhBookManager………………………………….….....34
Info……………………………………………….………....36
Call List……………………………………………………37
Missed.……………….……………………………….…...37
Incoming.…………………………………………….....37
Outgoing…………….……………………………………....37
Entering Text………………………………………………38
Changing Text Input Mode………………………………....38
eZi Italian Mode……………………………….………...39
eZi German Mode……………………………….………...39

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eZi English Mode…………………………………….…….39
eZi French Mode…………………………………….…….41
eZi Spanish Mode…………………………………….…….41
ABCMode……………………………….……...….…..41
Numeric/123 Mode…………………………………….…...43
Using User’s Dictionary…………………………………….44
Adding a Word to the Dictionary……………………………44
Deleting a Word from the Dictionary………….……………44
Using Menus………..……………………………..……..45
Accessing a Menu Function………………………………....45
List of Menu Functions…………………………………....47
Displaying………………………………...……………….53
Menu1-1…………………………………..…..…..53
Standby1-
2…………………………………………..…53
Power Off1-
3…….…………………………….………..54
Power On1-
4………..………………………………..…54
Internet..…………………………………...……………….55
Audio Profile….…………………………...……………….57
Settings……………………………………………………...60
Clock4-
1…………….……………………………..……60
Mobile Setting4-
2……..………………………..………60
Call Setting4-
3………………………………………..…61
Security4-
4……….……………………………………..63
Network4-

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5……………………………………………..66
Divert4-6………….…………………………….……...67
WAP 4-7…………….…………………………………67
Toolbox…...………………………………………………....71
Alarm5-1…………………………………………….....71
Voice Memo5-
2………………………………………….71
PC Sync5-
3……….…………………………………….73
Calculator5-
4……………………………………….......74
Countdown5-
5…………………………………………..74
World Time5-
7………………………………………….75
Private info…….………...………………………………....76
Enable PWD6-
1………………………………………...76
Calendar6-
2……………………………………..…........76
Notes6-
3…………………………………….……..…....79
Calls6-7……..…………………………………..……..
.79
Amusement……………………………………………...….81
Games7-
1…….......……………………………………...81
Karaoke7-
2…………..…………………………………82
Music Player7-
3………………………………….…...…..83

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Ebook7-4………….………………………….….……..83
SMS .…………………...…………………………….85
Read(8-
1)………………………………….………………...86Write(8
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Delete(8-3)………………………………….…………….....87
Memory(8-4)…………………………………….……...88
Setup(8-5)………………………………………………….88
Broadcast(8-6)………………………………………...89
Voice Mail(8-7)…………………………………………...89
Templates(8-8).…………………………….………….....…89
PreferenceInformation……………………………..……...90
Access Codes……………………………………..……....…90
Using the Batteries………………………………..…..….…93
Care and Maintenance……………………………..………..96
Glossary………..…………………………………..…..…..98
TroubleShooting..……………………………………...…103
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Read these brief guidelines. Failure to comply with them
may be dangerous or illegal.

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Road safety comes first
Do not use a hand-held mobile phone while driving;
park the vehicle first. Remember that in some countries,
it is illegal to use a mobile phone while driving.
Switchoffonaircraft
Mobile phones can cause interference. Using them on
aircraft is both illegal and dangerous. (Please also close
the power-off alarm clock.)
Switch off near an explosion place
Do not use the phone near an area where explosives are
detonated. May disturb the detonator remote control
operation.
Switchoffwhenrefueling
Do not use the phone at a refueling point (service
station) or near fuels or chemicals.

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Switchoffinhospital
Follow any regulations or rules. Switch phone off near
medical equipment.
Interference
All wireless phones may be subject to radio
interference, which may affect their performance.
Accessories and batteries
Use only approved accessories and batteries.
Usesensibly
Use only in the normal position (nextto ear). Do not
touch the antenna unnecessarily when the phone is
switchedon.
This device complies with the FCC OET 65 rf exposure
requirements for general public uncontrolled environment.
Caution:Body-worn operations are restricted to belt-clips,
holsters or similar accessories that have no metallic
component in the assembly and which provide at
least 1 cm separation between the device and the
users body.
UNPACKING
You package contains the following items.

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Full Package:
Simple Package:
User’sManual
Desktop Charger
Travel Charger
Phone Slim/Standard Battery
Earphone
Travel Charger
Phone Slim Battery

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Note: Please check with the local distributor for the package!
In addition, you can buy the following accessories for your phone
from your local dealer:
• Car charger
• Hands-free car kit
• Hand strap
• Leather case
• Standard/Slim Li-Ion batteries
• Data kit
Earphone

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YOUR PHONE
Phone Layout
The following illustrations show the main elements of your phone.
Open View
Closed View
Earpiece
Display
Special Function Key
Right Soft Key
Navigation/Hot Key
Alphanumeric
Keys
Power On/Off Key
Send Key
Record Key
OK Key
23
5
89
1
4
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0
Antenna
Volume Keys

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Rear view
GETTING STARTED
You must insert the SIM card and charge the battery before you can
use the phone.
Installing a SIM Card
Your network operatorprovides you with a plug-in SIM (Subscriber
Identity Module) card loaded with your subscription details (PIN,
Phone book information, and so on).
Earpiece
External Display
Speaker
Hand Strap Hole
Cable Connector Slot
Battery Lock
Battery Terminals
Metal Lock

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Note: The SIM card can be easily damaged by scratching or bending.
You should be careful when handling, inserting or removing the card.
Follow the instructions supplied with the SIM card. Keep all SIM cards
out of the reach of small children.
1. Switchthephoneoff.
2. Remove the battery. To do so:
1Pull the battery lock above the battery toward the top of the
phone and hold it in the position.
2Lift the battery away, as shown.
3. Slide the metal lock as the following:
4. Insert the SIM card ensuring that the cut corner is at the top left
and the gold contacts of the card face into the phone. Slide the
metal lock.
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5. Reinstall the battery. To do so:
1Place the battery so that the tabs align with the notches at the
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2Push the battery down until it clicks into place. Make sure
that the battery is properly installed before switching on the
phone.
Charging a Battery
Your phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery.
You are provided with a travel charger when buying the phone. Use
only approved batteries and chargers. Ask yourlocal dealer for further
details.
Note: You must fully charge the battery before using your phone for the
first time. The phone can be used while the battery is charging.
Charging a battery with the desktop charger

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1.Insert the battery alone into the slot making sure that the terminals
on the battery contact to the terminals on the charger.
2.Push down the battery until you hear a click.
3.Insert the lead of the travel charger into the connector socket of the
desktop charger.
4. Connect the adapter to a standard AC wall outlet.
5. The LED indicator light on the charger is:

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• Red: whilecharging
• Green: whenfullycharged
6.When charging is completed , unplug the power cord of the adapter
from the AC outlet and remove the battery from the charger.
Note: When disconnect the lead of the adapter from the phone, you
should press the buttons on both sides of it, otherwise it’s easily
damaged.
Using a travel charger
1. Place the battery on the back of the phone (see reinstall the
battery”), connect the lead from the travel adapter to the connector
at the bottom of the phone.
2. Connect the adapter to a standard AC wall outlet.
3. When charging is finished (the full battery icon becomes solid),
disconnect the adapter from the AC wall outlet, then from the
phone.
Note: When disconnecting the adapter from the phone, press the buttons
on both sides of the lead, otherwise the lead or the socket may get easily
damaged.

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Switching the Phone On/Off
1. Open the phone.
2. Press and hold the key until switch the phone on.
3. Enter your PIN , if you have one for your SIM card. (refer to
Glossary/PIN)
4. Press the OK soft key, then your phone connects to the GSM
network, and you’ll see the following idle screens on the main
and Sub LCD respectively.
Note: If the network signal is veryweak, ‘No Service’ appears in the
display, and you cannot place and receive calls. Wait a little while for a
better signal or move into an open area to regain the service.
5.To switch the phone off, hold down the key for more
than two seconds.
WARNING!
Do not switch on the phone where mobile phone use is prohibited or when it may
causeinterferenceordanger.
Note: Do not touch the antenna on the phone unnecessarily when the
phone is switched on. Contact with the antenna affects call quality and
may cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than otherwise
needed.
Your Phone’s Modes
Service Provider
07/20 FRI 08:00
Menu Phone

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Standby Mode
Standby is the basic mode of your phone. The phone goes into
Standby mode soon after you turn it on, or whenever you briefly press
the key. When your phone is in Standby mode, you will typically
see the current date and time. If you enter a phone number, you can
pressthe key to dial it.
Pressthe key at any time to return to Standby mode. Be
careful; if you are on a call when you press the key, you will
return to Standby mode, and the call disconnected.
Talk Mode
You can place and answer calls only when your phone is turned on.
During a call, the phone is in Talk mode. While you are in Talk mode,
pressing the left soft key gives you a list of Options referred to as
“Call Menu.”
Phone Dancing Function
In standby mode, input *8888# to make your phone dance, and you
can press the buttons on the left side of the phone to stop this function.
Keys Description
Key Description
Two soft keys perform the functions indicated by the text above
them (in the bottom line of the display).

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Navigation Keys: Scroll through the menus
In the standby modepressπto enter Amusementpressto
enter Namespressto enter Call list, press to enter
Message.
OK keyIn the menu facility, confirms your selection or entry;
Enter eZI Sub Menu in editing mode; Hold to go to WAP in
standby mode.
Send key:Makes or answers a call.
In Standby mode, recalls the last number dialed.
Power On/Off keyHold it to switch on/off the phoneEnd a
callIn the menu facility, returns to the Standby mode and
cancels your input.
Enter numbers, letters and some special characters.
Use these keys for various special functions.
Record keyWhen the phone is closed, press
and hold it to refuse a call; In standby mode,
press it to enter Voice Memo Menu; In
standby or call mode, press and hold it to
record a voice memo.
VolumekeysDuring a call, adjusts the voice volume
When the phone is closed, press it to display the current time.
Display
Display Layout
The display comprises three areas. Area Description
First
line Displays various icons
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Middle
lines
Displaysmessages,
instructions and any
information that you
enter
Last
line
Shows the functions
currently assigned to the
two soft keys.
Icons
Signal strength: Shows the received signal strength. The
greater the number of bars, the better the signal strength.
Service: Appears when a call is in progress.
Roaming: Appears when you are outside of your operator’s
service and have registered with a different network.
New Message: Appears when a new message has been
received; flashing indicates that your message box is full.
Ring Mode: Indicates that the phone will ring when a call is
received.
Mute Mode: Appears when the vibrate mode is active.
Ring + Vibrate:
Indicate that your phone will ring and
vibrate when a call coming.
Log setting: Appears when you set a log.
AlarmAppears when the alarm is active. (If both alarm
and
countdown are set, this icon will not appear until the
countdown alarm rings.)
CountdownAppears when the Countdown is set.
Battery status: Shows the level of your battery. The more
black area you see, the more power you have left.