AMOI V870 User manual

Innovation makes
your dreams come true
Welcome to the user guide for Amoi V870
mobile phone. We are paving the way for
modern technology
Amoi V870 gives you a
fresh and exciting level of
enjoyment from a mobile
phone: It has a built-in 1.3
mega pixel camera
providing excellent vision
and recording every
unforgettable moment in
your life. You can switch
between GSM and CDMA
to communicate quickly
and conveniently. In
addition, the phone supports strong CDMA
services and wonderful multimedia function for
the purpose of modern entertainment and
comfortable life.
When you need to relax, download and take in
a game or two from the interesting selection on
board the V870. Take your entertainment
wherever you go with WEP browser for
seamless Internet connectivity. No matter where
you are, Amoi V870 is easy to use

Special features
1.3 mega pixel camera P48
Strong multimedia playerP54
Resource Manager P59
Supports long messages group sending P30
Supports Modem to access InternetP63
Supports MMSP35
Supports Bluetooth P66
Supports Contacts manager P26
Supports video captureP52
Supports JavaP47
Supports speed search P24
Voice RecorderP56
Supports GSM and CDMA double network

Declaration
Copyright: 2006 Amoi Electronic Co. Ltd
reserves all rights.
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Amoi Electronic Co. Ltd.
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referred to in this guide are registered
trademarks, trademarks, or registered names
belonging to their owners.
Amoi has carefully and closely reviewed the
content of this user guide. Nevertheless, it is
possible that there are mistakes and omissions.
Amoi reserves the right to update and improve
any products described in this guide, as well as
the content of this guide. Amendments will be
made without prior notification.
This is the user guide for the Amoi mobile phone
only and does not include an introduction to this
product’s software and hardware configuration.
The product and spare parts vary according to
region. For more details, please contact an
Amoi customer service centre.
Some functions referred to in this guide also
need the support of a network operator or
service provider. If you are unable to confirm
whether you will be able to use certain functions
or services with this phone, please consult your
network operator or service provider.
The phone may include some commodities,
technology or software that is controlled by
export law, Chinese regulations and regulations
governed by other countries or areas.
In order to ensure your safety, please read the
“Safety Notice” and “Safety Precaution”.
Typographic conventions used in this user
guide include:
<>: shows function key;
““: shows important information on the phone
interface;
[ ]: shows the phone menus.

I
Content
Special features.............................................II
1.Getting to know your phone......................1
Your phone........................................................ 1
Front view of your phone ............................... 1
Flip view of your phone .................................. 1
Side view of your phone................................. 2
Rear view of your phone ................................ 2
Home screen .................................................... 2
Programs .......................................................... 4
2.Getting Started............................................6
Using your phone.............................................. 6
Installing SIM card and battery ......................... 6
Battery charging................................................ 7
Battery power display........................................ 8
Power on/ off..................................................... 9
Power on........................................................ 9
Power off ......................................................10
Using shortcut keys .........................................10
3.Call Functions...........................................12
Making a call ...................................................12
Making a call from the Home screen............12
Making a call from contacts ..........................12
Creating a speed dial for a contact...............12
Making a call from call log ............................13
Making a call from SMS ...............................13
Making two calls simultaneously (this function
must be supported by the network) ..............14
Making a conference call (this must be
supported by the network)............................14
Additional dialing information ..........................15
Making an emergency call............................15
Making an international call..........................15
Dialing a voice mail ......................................15
Receiving a call ...............................................15
Answering or rejecting an incoming call .......16

II
Ending a call ................................................ 16
Call functions.................................................. 16
4.Input Modes.............................................. 18
Input screen.................................................... 19
Switching input modes.................................... 19
Inserting symbol ............................................. 20
Inserting template ........................................... 20
Inserting contact ............................................. 20
Inserting net symbol ....................................... 20
Dictionary ....................................................... 20
English input mode ......................................... 20
Using method .............................................. 20
Letter input mode............................................ 21
Number input mode ........................................ 21
Deleting operation ....................................... 22
5.Menu Use..................................................23
Entering menu ................................................ 23
6.Contacts.................................................... 24
Contacts list.....................................................24
Searching a contact ........................................ 24
Search by name...........................................25
Search by number........................................25
Adding a contact .............................................25
Add to local ..................................................25
Add to SIM ...................................................25
Groups ............................................................25
Management ...................................................26
Delete...........................................................27
Copy.............................................................27
Memory ........................................................ 27
Info.................................................................. 28
Own number ................................................ 28
Country/ area codes..................................... 28
7.Message….................................................29
SMS ................................................................30
Creating an SMS.......................................... 30

III
Inbox ............................................................ 31
Outbox ......................................................... 33
Drafts ........................................................... 34
Template ...................................................... 34
Settings........................................................ 34
MMS ............................................................... 35
Creating an MMS......................................... 35
Inbox ............................................................ 37
Outbox ......................................................... 37
Drafts ........................................................... 37
Sent ............................................................. 37
My folders .................................................... 37
Settings........................................................ 38
Wap push........................................................ 39
CDMA voice message..................................... 39
8.Calls...........................................................40
Call Log........................................................... 40
Outgoing calls .............................................. 40
Incoming calls...............................................40
Missed calls..................................................40
Call timer Calls ................................................41
GSM Call cost .................................................41
Accumulated call cost...................................41
Last call cost.................................................41
Counter clear................................................41
Display restriction .........................................42
Set restriction ...............................................42
Cancel restriction..........................................42
Price unit ......................................................42
Call settings.....................................................42
CDMA call settings .......................................42
GSM call settings .........................................43
Answer mode ...............................................45
Auto redial off ...............................................46
Speed dial .......................................................46
9.Java............................................................47

IV
10.Multimedia .............................................. 48
Camera........................................................... 48
Camera........................................................ 48
My photos.................................................... 51
Camcorder................................................... 52
My videos .................................................... 53
Media player ................................................... 53
Multimedia player ........................................ 54
Music player ................................................ 55
Settings ....................................................... 55
Voice recorder ................................................ 56
Record......................................................... 56
My records................................................... 56
Save to ........................................................ 57
Games............................................................ 57
Boxman ....................................................... 57
Terix............................................................. 58
11.Resource Manager.................................59
All data ............................................................59
Bluetooth files .................................................59
My data ...........................................................59
My Vcards .......................................................60
Other files........................................................61
External memory............................................. 61
Info............................................................... 61
Format..........................................................61
T-card memory info ......................................61
T-card..............................................................61
Installing T-card............................................ 61
12.Browser...................................................63
Home ..............................................................63
Go to webpage................................................ 63
Input address ...............................................63
Last address ................................................63
Past input ..................................................... 63
Bookmark list ..................................................63

V
History............................................................. 63
Page memo list ............................................... 64
Options ........................................................... 64
Home ........................................................... 64
View ............................................................. 64
Proxy............................................................ 64
Cache .......................................................... 64
Cookies........................................................ 64
Certificates................................................... 65
Push setting ................................................. 65
APN setting.................................................. 65
Background music ....................................... 65
Reset ........................................................... 65
13.Toolbox....................................................66
Alarm .............................................................. 66
Bluetooth......................................................... 66
World time....................................................... 67
Calculator........................................................ 67
Stopwatch........................................................68
Calendar..........................................................68
Notes...............................................................69
PC sync...........................................................69
Data service status..........................................69
14.Settings....................................................70
Clock ...............................................................70
Mobile..............................................................70
Sound..............................................................71
Ring settings.................................................71
Power on tone ..............................................72
Power off tone ..............................................72
Key tone .......................................................72
Flip tone........................................................72
Prompt tone..................................................72
Display ............................................................72
Main screen..................................................73
Front screen .................................................73

VI
Theme style ................................................. 73
Power on ..................................................... 73
Power off ..................................................... 73
GSM network settings .................................... 73
Select network ............................................. 73
Preferred network ........................................ 74
CDMA roam settings....................................... 74
Security .......................................................... 74
PIN check .................................................... 74
Chang PIN ................................................... 74
Chang PIN2 ................................................. 75
Chang phone password............................... 75
Phone lock................................................... 75
Fixed dialing ................................................ 75
Function protection ...................................... 75
GPS settings................................................ 75
Resetting ........................................................ 76
15.Phone Maintenance ...............................77
16.Troubleshooting .....................................79
The phone can’t be switched on .....................79
The phone is switched off automatically..........79
PIN/ PUN code lock ........................................ 80
Bad call quality................................................ 80
Can’t answer a call.......................................... 81
Can’t make a call ............................................ 81
The call volume is too low...............................82
The person you are calling cannot hear your
voice................................................................82
The incoming call doesn’t ring......................... 82
The battery can’t be charged ..........................83
Can’t display network......................................84
The phone does not recognise the T- card...... 84
Browser can’t connect to Internet normally ..... 85
Lack of space.................................................. 85
17.Safety Precaution...................................86
Usage environment......................................... 86

VII
Medical devices .............................................. 86
Pacemaker................................................... 86
Hearing aids................................................. 87
Emergency calls ............................................. 87
Making an emergency call ........................... 87
Password access............................................ 88
PIN code ...................................................... 88
PIN2 code .................................................... 88
PUK code..................................................... 89
PUK2 code................................................... 89
Note about charging the battery...................... 89
Battery information and care........................... 90
Note about using spare parts.......................... 91
Other safety information.................................. 92

VIII
Safety notice
Before using the phone, please read and follow
the rules below carefully. For more details,
please refer to the “Safety precaution” section
on P.86
If you dial or answer a call while driving,
please use the hands-free device (e.g.
earphone, vehicle hands-free system,
phone hands-free system) or use your
phone after parking the vehicle.
The phone will interfere with the
communication network of a plane, so
please make sure your phone is switched
off during the flight.
All phones can be subject to interference,
which could affect its performance.
Please switch off your phone where you
see signs forbidding phone use. Such
signs can be found in medical centres or
establishments containing medical
equipment.
In order to ensure high performance and
avoid damaging the phone, please use the
original accessories and battery. Avoid
using products which are not compatible.
To avoid the risk of any explosion, please
switch off the phone at petrol stations and
places which are near fuel, chemical
solvent or other dangerous substances.
In order to avoid the risk of explosion,
please switch off your phone in areas
where there could be a risk of explosion
and in areas where you are asked to switch
off bidirectional radios. Pay attention and
adhere to any rules and regulations
concerning mobile phone use.
Please neither burn the phone battery nor
use it as ordinary rubbish, as this could
endanger life and damage to the
environment. Please obey the
environmental policy of the local
government and dispose of and recycle
them in time.
If you need to connect your phone to other
devices, please read the user guide

IX
carefully to ensure the procedure is carried
out safety.
Keep small parts (e.g. SIM card) out of the
reach of children to prevent batteries from
being swallowed or causing other dangers.
Please back up the important information
of phone and be sure to have a second
copy in case data is lost from your phone.
SOS
Make sure the phone is switched on and
has service coverage before inputting the
emergency number. Press the call key for
your position to be located. Please don’t
end call unless told to do so.

Getting to know your phone
1
1. Getting to know your phone
Your phone
Front view of your phone
Earpiece
Left Function Key
Display Screen
Right Function Key
End Key
Navigation Key
*Key
Press the key from the
home screen to enter the
Main menu screen
# Key
C/G Switching Key
Send Key
1. Answering or Making calls.
2 .Press the key from the home
screen to enter the Outgoing
call list.
Scroll to select or browse
menus, press key to
confirm your choice
Press the key from the home
screen to enter the Contacts
screen
1. Hold down the key to switch
on or switch off the phone.
2. While in a call, press the key
to end the current call.
Shortcut Menu Key
Camera Key
Flip view of your phone

Getting to know your phone
2
Side view of your phone
Rear view of your phone
Caution:
As for the shortcut keys operation of the above keys,
please refer to “Using Shortcut Keys” on P10
Home screen
The Home screen is mainly made up of five
parts, shown as the below figure:

Getting to know your phone
3
Icon Function Description
Signal Strength: Represents the
current network signal.The number
of bars indicates the signal
strength. The more bars, the
stronger the signal.
Battery Status: Represents the
level of your battery. The more the
battery bars, the more power you
have.
Low Battery : Displays when there
is little battery power
Roaming: Appears when you are
out of your home area and have
registered on a different network.
SMS: Appears when there is a new
unread SMS.
Memory Full: Appears when the
memory for messages is full.
MMS: Appears when there is a new
unread MMS message.
Wap Push: Appears when there is
new Wap push message.
Calendar: Appears on the day
when a calendar event exists.
Clock: Appears when the clock
function has been activated.
Silent: Indicates that no audio and
vibration alert when a call comes in
or a new message is received.
GSM network: Appears when the
phone currently on GSM network
Represents when GPRS is
connecting
CDMA network Appears when the
phone currently on CDMA network

Getting to know your phone
4
No network: Appears when there
is no network.
Represents when data connection
has been activated.
Represents when data connection
has not been activated.
Appears when all the calls are
being diverted.(supported by GSM
network)
Programs
The following table lists icons of the
programmes that are already installed on your
phone.
Icon Name Introduction
Contacts Keeps track of
contacts information
Message
Lets you send and
receive SMS.MMS,
and Wap push
messages.
Calls
Keeps track of all
phone calls made,
received or missed
and lets you create
speed dial entries for
dialing frequently
-called phone
numbers
Java
Lets you operate
Java-based
applications or Java
games on your
phone.
Multimedia
Lets you play back
video and audio files,
make short voice
recordings and

Getting to know your phone
5
capture photos and
videos in various
modes, in addition,
you can play two
games: Boxman and
Tetris coming with
your phone.
Resource
Manager
Lets you organise and
manage files on your
phone
Browser
Allows you to browse
Web pages, and to
download new
programs or files from
Internet
Toolbox
Prepares various
wonderful and
convenient services
for your work and life,
such as [Alarm],
[Calendar],
[Calculator] etc.
Settings
Personalize your
phone to suit the way
you use it.

Getting Started
6
2. Getting Started
Using your phone
Before using your mobile phone, you must
insert a SIM card supplied by a network service
provider. The SIM card includes detailed
information of various service items and can be
used to store your phone number and user
information.
Caution
The SIM card and its contacts can be easily
damaged by scratching or bending, so be very
careful when handling, inserting or removing the
card. Follow the instructions provided with the
SIM card and keep all such cards out of the reach
of children. If this SIM card lost, please ask your
network service provider for help.
Installing SIM card and battery
(1) Hold down for several seconds to
switch off the phone.
(2) As shown in the following diagram, lift up
the back cover of the phone and remove it
and the battery.
(3) Insert the SIM card into the SIM card slot.
Press the card downwards while inserting
and make sure the card is facing the
correct way, as shown below (with the
contact point facing down).