Audiovox GSM-609 User manual

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1. BASIC OPERATIONS....................................................................................2
2. PHONE LAYOUT ...........................................................................................6
3. SPECIFICATIONS..........................................................................................9
4. GETTING STARTED....................................................................................10
5. MAKING AND ANSWERING CALLS ..........................................................12
6. FEATURES .................................................................................................17
6.1 MESSAGE FUNCTIONS...............................................................................17
6.2 RECENT CALLS ........................................................................................20
6.3 PHONE BOOK............................................................................................21
6.4 CLOCK.....................................................................................................22
6.5 AUDIO PROFILES ......................................................................................23
6.6 SETTINGS.................................................................................................24
6.8 GAMES ....................................................................................................28
7. ENTRY METHODS.......................................................................................28
8. SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS....................................................................30
APPENDIX I : TROUBLESHOOTING..............................................................31
APPENDIX II : ABBREVIATIONS AND EXPLANATIONS ..............................33
Note: UTSTARCOM reserves the right to change or improve the product’s
design, specifications, and other descriptions in this manual without prior
notice. UTSTARCOM also reserves the final explanation right for this
manual.

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1. BASIC OPERATIONS
Please read and fully understand this manual before using your
phone. This chapter addresses the basics of setting up your
UTSTARCOM phone, its keys and display icons, and charging and
proper use of the battery.
Installing the SIM Card and Battery
Be careful when handling, inserting and removing the SIM card. The
card and its contents can be easily scratched or bent. Keep all
miniature SIM cards out of the reach of children.
1. Turn the handset over and remove the battery by pulling up the
battery lock.

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2 .Gently insert the SIM card into the SIM card holder.
Make sure that the SIM card is properly inserted and that the golden contact
area on the card is facing downward.
Switching ON
To turn your phone on, press and hold the POWER key .

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Once the phone is ON, it will automatically search the network. When the
handset is registered in a network, the network name will be displayed on the
screen. You are now ready to make and answer calls. If “Please insert SIM
card” appears on the display, turn the phone off by pressing and
holding the . Following the instructions on page 2, remove the
battery and install your SIM card in the designated slot. If a password or
PIN code is required, enter the correct password. For security purposes, the
code will not be visible as you type. Then, press the Left Soft Key for
confirmation. After the phone is unlocked, the handset will indicate the name of
the registered network and the signal intensity.
Please contact your network supplier if you do not know your PIN code. The
handset default password is 1234
Switching OFF
To turn off the handset, press and hold the POWER key .
The handset will be switched off after the log-off animation. Do not attempt to
switch off the phone by directly removing the battery. This may result in SIM card
memory loss.
Communication Control Keys
! CALL/ POWER Keys: Press the CALL key to answer an incoming call
and to make a call after entering the phone numbers. In standby mode,
press the CALL key to display the latest call records (all answered,
missed and dialed calls, maximum 30 numbers). Press CALL twice to
dial a selected record. Press POWER key to end a call or to return to
standby mode from menu. POWER button also serves as power
on/off button when pressed and held for 2 seconds.

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DIRECTION Keys and Right/Left Soft Keys: To navigate the main menu or
browse menu items from standby mode, press the Direction Key .
To access the phone book directly, press the Left Soft Key .
! Numeric Keys:Keys from to , , and are used to dial
numbers and enter passwords, English letters, symbols, characters etc.
They can also be used to select menus. Press and hold to keys
for more than 2 seconds to quickly dial the phone number correspondingly to
the shortcut key. (Please see Section 6.3 for shortcut key setup).
Main Screen Display Icons
Antenna.
Signal Intensity. The more lines, the higher the signal strength
Keypad lock.
Alarm clock is enabled.
Voice mailbox. Icon flashing means message storage is full.
Battery strength indicator.
While using the handset, some of the following symbols may appear:
Ring.
Ring after vibrate.
Vibrate mode.
Mute mode.
Access the phone book function.
You have unread messages or info message (or also known as cell

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broadcasts).
Receiving Prompt Modes
Ringer is set to audible ring.
Vibrate. mode
Ring after vibrate.
Mute mode.
STK Function
Your phone supports the STK (SIM Tool Kit) function, and the menu
items are pre-determined by your SIM card provider.
In this case, the STK menu will be added automatically to the end of the
handset's main menu accordingly.
IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity)
If you turn off the handset and remove the battery, you will see the bar
code label at the back of the handset. To display the code from
standby mode, enter *#06#. It is required by law to have this identification
code printed on your phone. The IMEI code for each handset is unique globally.
Enhanced Full Rate Coding (EFR)
This handset has Enhanced Full Rate Coding function. It does not need to
be preset. If this service is provided by your network, the handset will
automatically detect it and activate the function, supplying you with
good sound quality and high receptivity.

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2. PHONE LAYOUT
This handset has a 12864 LCD white and black display screen.
The Front Schematic Layout
Note: Call key & Left soft key are actually 2 sides of the same key.
Antenna Earpiece
Mainscreen Power
Call key
Left-softkey Right-softkey
Direction key
Standardkeypad
Recharge/Data
Microphone transmission interface

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The Back Schematic Layout
Wrist strap
attachment loop
Battery latch
Antenna
Battery

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3. SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS PARAMETERS
Size 79x42x16.5 mm
Weight 65g
Volume 55cc
Bands Tri-band 900/1800/1900 MHz
LCD 128x64 LCD
System Connector DC jack, earphone jack
SIM STK (Sim Tool Kit)
Battery Standard Li-Ion 550 mAh
Battery Life Talk time 4 hours, Standby time 150 hours
Travel Charger 5V DC; 110-220 V AC Adaptor
Short Message Service (SMS) Point to Point SMS
T9 Predictive text input
Phone Book 200 entries
Speed Dial 9 locations
Call Features Call Waiting, Call Forwarding
Call List 10 missed, 10 dialed, 10 received
Keypad Lock Yes
Languages English, Spanish
Game Yes
Calculator Yes

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4. GETTING STARTED
Charging the battery
Your UTSTARCOM Wireless phone is equipped with a Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery.
Charge the battery before using the phone for the first time. In order to use the
battery at its optimum mode, we recommend completely draining the battery
once a month. To do so, simply keep your phone on until the battery runs out. To
charge the battery, attach it to the phone, then, connect the supplied AC adapter.
Make sure the direction sign is facing upward. When the handset is charging, the
battery indicator increases gradually from right to left. The handset can be
charged while powered ON or OFF. When the battery is fully charged, the battery
indicator will show a full grid. To remove from the power supply from the phone,
unplug the handset from the cable by pressing the buttons on both sides.
Notes on Charging:
! When charging the battery, avoid:
- Charging for long periods of time. It will reduce battery life.
- Charging in temperatures below 32°F (0°C) or over 104°F (40°C).
- Charging the battery in direct sunlight or in places with high
humidity (such as bathroom).
! Do not expose the battery to temperatures above 140°F (60°C). For
example, do not leave the battery in direct sunlight on the dashboard of a
vehicle.
! It is normal for the battery to become slightly warm during charging or using.
! Be sure to switch off the handset before unloading the battery. It may
shorten the lifespan of the handset and the saved data may be lost.
Checking the Battery

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Battery standby and talk times are subject to your handset usage and
configuration.
Type of battery Standby time Talking time
Li-ion battery 50-150 hours 150-250 minutes
When the battery is low, the handset will give off a warning tone and display “Low
Battery” on the screen. When the power is completely drained, the handset will
automatically switch off.
Note: Use only the battery & charger approved by the manufacture. Only
use the battery for its original purpose. Do not dispose of battery in fire. Do
not attempt to disassemble the battery. Do not short circuit the battery by
carrying it in your purse or pocket with other metallic object such as coins,
clips or pens. This may critically damage the battery.

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5. MAKING AND ANSWERING CALLS
Making Calls
Use the number buttons to enter the phone number. If you enter the wrong digit,
press the Right Soft Key to delete the number or press and hold to clear the
entire entry. When a call is established, you will hear a connecting prompt tone.
Call meter or call charge will be displayed on the screen. If the call does not
connect, it might be one of two reasons:
! LINE BUSY: The phone number is busy
or the network dos not have a spare line.
! REFUSED: Your phone number has been
blocked by the receiving party.
Dial with Shortcut Key
Your phone includes Speed Dial, which allows you to dial a number
by pressing and holding its Speed Dial location number. To store a
number in Speed Dial:
This case, you can make a quick call by pressing and holding the to
key in standby mode.
Note: To use speed dial, you must press and hold the corresponding
memory number for more than two seconds.
View Last Numbers
The handset automatically saves information about the last 10
outgoing calls, the last 10 incoming calls and the last 10 missed calls.

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To display the latest numbers from standby mode, press and hold the
CALL key . To directly dial a number on the list, select the contact
with the DIRECTION Key then press the CALL key again.
Send the DTMF
When DTMF (Dual Tone Multiple Frequency) function is set, the numeric key you
entered from the keypad and key will be transmitted to the recipient as DTMF
tone.
Mute Function
To mute the microphone during a call, press the Right Soft Key. “Call
Mute” will appear in the lower right corner of the screen, and the
person you’re speaking with won’t be able to hear you, but you will be
able to hear him. To enable the microphone, press the Right Soft
Key again. To end the call, press the POWER KEY .
Call Waiting
Call Waiting notifies you of an incoming call when you are on the
phone by sounding a beep and displaying the caller’s phone number
on the screen. This service is system dependent. Contact your
service provider for additional information. To display the following
menu options during a call, press the Left Soft Key :
! Volume: To adjust sound volume.
Hold: To place an ongoing call on hold, then make another
call.
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! Hang up: To end the current call.

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! Mute: To shut off the microphone.
! On/Off DTMF: To enable/disable function for calling another extension.
! Main menu: To access phone book and message menu.
! Conference call: To access conference call.
Press the DIRECTION key to switch between the two calls. If the current call
is put on hold, another function menu can occur by pressing the Left Soft Key
during the call:
! Volume: To adjust sound volume.
! Switch: To hold/activate the call.
! Hang up: To end the current call.
! Mute: To shut off the microphone.
! On /Off DTMF: To enable/disable function for calling another extension.
! Main menu: To access phone book and message.
! Conference call: To access conference call.
Press POWER key to hang up all calls.
Read Short Message
When a new message arrives, the message list will appear on the
display. To access the list and read the message(s), press the
DIRECTION key and the Left Soft Key .

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Missed Calls
When you miss an incoming call, the missed calls will appear on the
display. To access the list and view the call details, press the
DIRECTION key and the Left Soft Key .
Cell Broadcast
When a cell broadcast arrives, the broadcast list will appear on the
display. To access the list and read the broadcast(s), press the
DIRECTION key and the Left Sot Key .
Connect to Voice Mailbox
The handset allows you to forward the incoming calls to a voice mailbox. The
number of the voice mailbox center must be preset. To program your voice
mailbox, select the Voice Mail option in the Messages Menu.
Answer Calls
Depending on your handset settings, you will be notified of an
incoming call in one of the following ways: ringing, vibrating or
backlight flashing.
To select your ring tone select Profiles in the main menu, then select
Edit Profile. Using the DIRECTION key , select a user profile from
Outdoor, Car, Silent, User and Meeting. Press the Right Soft Key
(Edit) then select Ringing Tones.
If you have Caller ID, the phone number of the incoming call will

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appear on the screen. If the number is saved in your phone book,
the name will also spear on the screen.

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6. FEATURES
6.1 Message Functions
Your phone supports the Short Message Service, a system
dependent feature. Unless it is already included in your service, you
may have to subscribe to this feature from your service provider in
order to transmit and receive short messages. The handset also
supports enhanced Short Message Service (EMS), which means you
can receive messages with attachments such as pictures, ring tones
and animation.
If the short message memory is not full, the message will be directly
saved to the SIM card. If memory is full, the will flash in the top
row of the main screen. When viewing or editing a message, press
the DIRECTION key to scroll through the message pages, then
press and hold the DIRECTION key to move the cursor on a
character basis.
Note:Send email reply is not available in this phone.
Inbox:You can view the received messages in Inbox, press to access the inbox
menu. .
! Edit: To access short message edit box.
! Delete: To delete the current message(s).
! Forward: To forward the message to another person.
! Archive: To save the received message in the Favorite.
! Reply: To reply to the received message in text.

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! Voice reply: To reply to the received message in voice.
Outbox: You can read the message(s) here before you send it,
! Write messages: You can create new message(s) in this menu. The
'input text ‘indicator will appear when you choose this function. And you
will see the menu below after you have entered text.
! Done: To handle the message.
! Send: To transmit message(s). You can input the phone number
! directly, or press the DIRECTION key to access the phone
! book list to select the number.
! Save: To save the edited message in the SIM card.
! Archive:To save the edited message in the Favorite of your
! handset.
Options: When writing a message, press the Left Soft Key
to select the following options:
T9 Options: The following options are available when
inputting information: MultiTap, T9Spanish, T9 Symbols, T9 Numbers,
T9 English.
! Insert Item: Pictures, Animations, Melodies, Messages, Emotions.
Favorites: You can save messages in the handset. Under the root directory,
press the CALL key to access the directory and the subfolder list. You can
create, save, delete, edit, rename, etc. a file or a folder as required. After
accessing the Favorite menu, press the Left Soft Key for the
following options:
Info: To provide type of files, total and residual space, etc.

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! Delete: To delete the selected files or folders.
! Rename: To rename a selected file or folder.
! New folder: To create a new folder under the current directory.
Message settings: To set message parameters, select Message
Settings in the Messages Menu. Menu options include:
Message Center: Before sending a message, you must enter the
number of the local short message service center (provided by the
network supplier.)
Message Duration: The valid retention time of a message (i.e. one hour, two days,
etc.).
! Message Format: To select the type of message (i.e. Normal, Fax, etc.).
Voice mail:
You can call your voice mailbox to retrieve messages. Your service
provider will provide you with the number to call and it may already be
programmed on your phone. Voice Mail menu options include:
! Get Voice mail: To retrieve your voice mail.
! Voice mail settings: The setting of the voice mailbox.
o Box Numbers: Your handset is preset with two mailboxes -
Home Mbox and Roam Mbox.
Alert Match: there is a message will send to you by the network provider
when you have a voice mail (if the network provider provides this service).
You can set up an Alert message for the voice mail indication.
Info Messages: An info message, also known as cell broadcast, is an