AMOI F8 User manual

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Thank you very much for choosing AMOI F8, the fashionable and
elegant camera phone, especially for youngster. F8 is a perfect
integration of unparalleled contemporary design and consummate
precise craftsmanship, bringing you easy communication, funny
entertainment, as well as highlighting your tastes.
Key features:
GSM World Tr-iband Unlocked
Compatible with Most Standard GSM Networks
65K Colors CSTN Main and External Displays
GPRS Class 10, WAP 2.0
AMOI Smart Dial
JAVA Enabled: J2ME
SMS (Short Messaging Service)
MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service)
Downloadable 40-Polyphonic Ring Tones
Built-in 300K pixels CMOS Video Camera
Built-in Amusing Games
Tool Kit (PC Sync, Alarm Clock, Calculator, Voice Memo, Unit
Conversion, World Time)

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Specifications:
GSM/GPRS: 900 /1800 /1900 MHz
Screen: Internal: 65k colors CSTN display (128 x 128 pixels)
External: 65k colors CSTN display ( 96 x 64 pixels)
Size: 80 x 42 x 21 mm; 3.15" x 1.65" x 0.83"
Weight: 69 g; 2.43 oz
Battery Capacity: 720 mAh
Standby Time: 60-100 hrs
Talk Time: 2-3 hrs
Voice Encoding: FR / EFR / HR
The manufacturer may, at any time and without notice, make changes or
improvements to the products offered, but 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. Oct. 2004

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Intellectual Property
All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is
otherwise the property of AMOI or its respective suppliers relating to
the AMOI mobile phones, including but not limited to, accessories,
parts, or software relating thereto (the “Phone System”), is proprietary
to AMOI and protected under federal laws, state laws, and
international treaty provisions. Intellectual Property includes, but is
not limited to, inventions (patentable or unpatentable), patents, trade
secrets, copyrights, software, computer programs, and related
documentation and other works of authorship. You could not infringe
on it, otherwise you may violate the rights secured by the Intellectual
Property. Moreover, you must agree that you will not (and will not
attempt to) modify, prepare derivative works, recompile, disassemble,
or attempt to create source code from the software. No title or
ownership in the Intellectual Property is transferred to you. All
applicable rights of the Intellectual Property shall remain with AMOI
and its suppliers.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety precautions………………………………………….8
Unpacking…………………………………………………10
Your Phone………………………………………………11
Phone Layout……………………………………………….11
Keys Description………………………………………….13
Display………………………………………………………14
Getting Started…………………………………………….16
Installing a SIM Card………………………………………16
Charging a Battery…………………………….……….…..18
Switching the Phone On/Off………………………………..20
Your Phones Mode………………………….……………...21
Call Function………………………………………………22
Making Calls……………………………………………......23
Receiving/ Rejecting Calls……...……………….……….....24
Volume Adjusting…………………………………………24
Missed Calls………………….………………….......25
Call Menu…..………………….…………………….......25
Entering Text………………………………………………28
Changing Text Input Mode………………………………....28
English Mode……………………………….………...30
BoPoMoFo Mode…………………………………….……..31
Abc Mode……………………………….……...….…......31
Numeric/123 Mode…………………………………….…...32
Insert Symbol..…………………………………….……...32
Insert Template..…………………………………….……...33
Insert Phone Num..………………………………….……...33

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Using User’s Dictionary…………………………………….32
Phonebook……………………………………………….....34
Storing a Phone Number in PB……………………………...34
PB Menu…………………………………………………….37
Using Menus………………………………………….........40
Select functions of options……………………………….....40
List of Menu Function……………...………….……………41
Messages....……………………………………………...….47
SMS…….………………………………….…...…………...47
MMS………………………………………………………...51
Voice Mail…………………………………………………54
Broadcast……………………………………………………55
Memory……………………………………………………55
Settings……………………………………………………56
Data Service..……….……………………...……………….58
Browser……………………………………………………...58
PC Sync……………………………………………………..59
JAVA………………………………………………………...59
Settings..…………………………………………………….62
Personality………..…..……..…...…………………………64
Music Select…………………………………………………64
Alert Type…………………………………………………...64
Ring Volume………………………………………………64
Standby Interface....................................................................64
Power On/ Off Display...........................................................65
Settings……………………………………………………...66
Time.………………………………………………………66
Mobile……………………………………………………..66

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Call…………………………………………………………68
Network……………………………………………………..70
Toolbox…...…………………………………………………72
Alarm………………………………………………………72
Record………………………………………………………72
World Time…………………………………………………73
Calculator……………………………………………………74
Unit Conversion……………………………………………74
Private Info…………………………………………………76
Lovey Dial..............................................................................76
Calls…………………………………………………………76
Security Info………………………………………...………77
Security………...……………………………………………79
Entertainment……...…...…………………………….........82
Eat Bean……………………………………………………82
Snake………………………………………………………..82
Tetris.…..………………………………….………………83
Shrew Mouse………………………………………………..83
Multimedia…………………………………………….…...84
Voice Memo………………………………………………84
Camera……………………………………………………..84
PhBook……………………………………………………86
Download Resource…………………………………………86
User Custom1……………………………………………….86
User Custom2……………………………………………….87
Camera ……………………………………………………..88
Take Photo…………………………………………………..88
Video Recording…………………………………………….90

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Photo Browse………………………………………………..90
Play Video……………………………………………….…..90
PhotoBase…………………………………………………...90
Reference Information………………………………….....92
Access Code………………………………………………92
Using the Batteries………………………………………......94
Care And Maintenance……………………………………...96
Glossary……………………………………………………..98
TroubeShooting ...….....................................…….107
Important SAR Information…………….…………….....…108
Body-Worn Operation……………………………..…...….109
FCC Part 15 Notice…………………...……...…………….110
Warning……………………………………...……………..110
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement……………….....…....111
Caution…...………………………………………...………111

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Read these brief guidelines. Failure to comply with them
may be dangerous or illegal.
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.
Switch off on aircraft
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 explosion place, because it
likely disturbs the remote control of the explosion.
Switch off when refueling
Do not use the phone at a refueling point (service station)
or near fuels or chemicals.

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Switch off in hospital
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.
Use sensibly
Use only in the normal position (to ear). Do not touch
the antenna unnecessarily when the phone is switched
on.
Emergency Call (SOS)
Bypressingthesoftkey SOS you can reach an emergency
call on any network without a SIM card and without
entering a PIN ( not available in all countries )
Radio frequency exposure information
These guidelines are consistent with the safety standard for human
exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy previously set by
both U.S. and international standards bodies. The design of this phone
complies with the FCC guidelines and these international standards.

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Unpacking
Your package contains the following items:
Note: Accessory availability may vary in different markets.
Handset Battery
Travel Charger Hands-free Headset
User’s Manual Addendum to User’s Manual

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YOUR PHONE
PhoneLayout
The following illustrations show the main elements of your phone.
Open View
Earpiece
Display
Alphanumeric Key
Microphone
Special Function key
Right Soft Key
Left Soft Key
Power On/Off Key
Send Key
Navigation Keys

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Closed View
Rear View
Battery Lock
Battery Terminals
SIM Card Socket
Cable Connector
Slot
Antenna
External Screen
Camera

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KeysDescription
Keys Description
Two soft keys perform the functions indicated by the text above
them (in the bottom line of the display).
Navigation Keys: In the menu facility, scroll through the menu;
In Standby mode, press dkey to enter the Phonebook; press e
key to view the call lists; press fkey to use Messages and c
key to enter the Entertainment
Call key (Send key): Makes or answers a call. In standby mode,
press it to view the outgoing call list.
Power On/Off key: Hold it to switch the phone on/off; back to
the standby mode or cancel your inputting.
Volume key: Adjust the volume during a call or when playing
games; when a call coming, press it to end the ring tone; hold it
to reject the call. In standby mode, hold the Up key to enter the
Camera, Down key to exit.
* * key: Press it to switch between the Silent mode and Typical
mode.
In standby mode, press it to enter the Camera; press and hold it
to take the photo directly.
OK soft key: Hold it to enter the Browser.

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Display
Display Layout
The display is comprised of three areas.
Icons
Signal Strength: Shows the received signal strength. The
more the number of bars, the better the signal strength.
MMS: Appears when a new MMS is received
New Message: Appears when a new message is received;
flashing indicates that your message box is full.
WAP Security: Indicates the WAP security level.
Areas Description
First
area
Displays various icons
Middle
area
Displays phone
numbers, messages,
graphics and any data
that you enter.
Last
area
Shows the functions
currently assigned to the
two soft keys.

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Vibrator Mode: Appears when the vibration mode is active.
Ring: Indicates that the phone rings when a call coming.
Ring + Vibrator: Indicates that your phone will ring and
vibrate when a call coming.
Roaming: Appears when you are out of your home area and
have registered with a different network.
WAP Push indication
Alarm Clock: Appears when the alarm clock is set.
Battery Status: Shows the level of your battery. The more
black area you see, the more power you have left.

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GETTING STARTED
You must insert the SIM card and charge the battery before you can
use the phone.
Installing a SIM Card
When you subscribe to a mobile network, you are provided with a
plug-in SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card loaded with your
subscription details (PIN, Phonebook information, and so on).
Note: The SIM card can be easily damaged by scratching or bending, so
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 reach of small children.
1, Switch the phone off.
2, Remove the battery. To do so:
① Press down the catch above the battery and hold it in that
position.
② Slide the battery and lift it away, as shown.
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3, Slide the SIM card into the SIM card holder so that the holder locks
the card in position. Make sure that the notched corner is at the top left
and the gold contacts of the card face into the phone.
4, Reinstall the battery. To do so:
Place the battery back, taking care to match the tabs in the battery
with the grooves on the phone. Push down the battery until it clicks
into place. Make sure that the battery is properly installed before
switching on the phone.

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ChargingaBattery
Your phone is powered with a rechargeable Li-ion battery.
You are provided with a travel charger when buying the phone. Use
only approved batteries and chargers. Ask your local 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 being charged.
Using a Travel Charger
1. Place the battery on the back of the phone, connect the lead (with
arrow icon side adown) of the travel charger to the connectting slot
at the bottom of the phone.
2. Connect the adapter to a standard AC wall outlet.

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3. When charging is finished (the full battery icon becomes solid),
disconnect the adapter from the AC wall outlet first, and then
disconnect the lead from the phone.
Note: When disconnecting the lead of the travel charger from the phone,
you should press the buttons on both sides of it; otherwise it’s easily
damaged.
Low Battery Indicator
When the battery charge level gets
too low, you can see an empty
battery icon on the top right
of the display and a text notification.
Notes: If the battery level gets too low, the phone will turn off
automatically. Unfortunately, if this happens, you’ll lose whatever you
are doing, including dropping your call. Pay attention to the battery
strength icon and make sure your battery is adequately charged.

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SwitchingthePhoneOn/Off
1. Open the folder.
2. Press and hold the key until the phone is switched on.
3. Enter your PIN , if you have one for your SIM card.
4. Press the OK soft key, then your phone connects to the GSM
network, and you’ll see the following idle screen.
Note: If the network singal is too weak, ‘No Service’ appears in the
display. In this case, you cannot make or 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 when the mobile phone use is prohibited or when it may
cause interference or danger.
Note: Unnecessary touch of the antenna when the phone is switched on
may affect the call quality and cause the phone to operate at a higher
power level than otherwise needed.
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