Cricket A150 User manual

A150 User Guide

Table of contents
Safety ................................................4
About your device .......................... 4
Before using your phone ................6
Handset description....................... 6
Battery usage ....................................7
Battery charging ...............................7
Battery handling information ....... 8
Basic operation ................................9
Turning the phone on/o .............. 9
Accessing the menu....................... 9
Using MyHomeScreen .................10
Accessing the menu map............10
Basic functions ................................. 11
Making a call through
the contact list .................................13
During a call .....................................13
Memory function............................ 15
Storing a phone number..............15
Entering letters, numbers &
symbols .............................................15
Recent calls .................................... 16
All calls...............................................16
Missed calls......................................16
Incoming calls..................................16
Outgoing calls ................................. 17
Call timers ......................................... 17
Messages........................................ 17
Send message ................................ 17
Inbox...................................................18
Outbox ...............................................18
Drafts ..................................................18
Voicemail...........................................19
Settings..............................................19
Erase messages ........................... 20
Contacts......................................... 20
MyBackup....................................... 20
Find .....................................................21
Add new entry.................................21
Speed dials ......................................21
Group ................................................22
Service number..............................23
My phone number.........................23
Multimedia..................................... 23
My images .......................................23
My sounds .......................................24
Browser.......................................... 24
Browser menu................................24
Games & Apps............................... 25
Tools ............................................... 25
Schedule..........................................25
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Alarm .................................................26
World time........................................27
Memo pad .......................................27
Calculator.........................................28
Tip calculator ..................................28
Stop watch.......................................2 8
Unit converter.................................29
Voice service ................................. 29
Voice command.............................29
V.Cmd settings ...............................30
Voice memo ....................................30
Settings ........................................... 31
Display ...............................................31
Sounds..............................................32
Call .....................................................34
Security.............................................35
System .............................................. 37
Memory info ....................................38
Phone info .......................................38
Care and maintenance................. 40
Warranty.......................................... 41
One (1) year limited
warranty (U.S.)..................................41
Additional safety information ......47
Small children ................................. 47
Operating environment ............... 47
Medical devices............................. 47
Vehicles ............................................49
Potentially explosive
environments................................. 50
Emergency calls ........................... 50
Certification information (SAR) ...51
Safety information for fixed
wireless terminals potentially
explosive atmospheres...............52
Interference to medical
divices...............................................52
Exposure to RF energy................52
Body-worn operation ...................53
FCC compliance information.....53
U.S.A.
U.S.Federal communications
commission radio frequency
interference statement ................53
FCC hearing-aid compatibility
(HAC) regulations for wireless
devices .............................................54
Table of contents 3

Safety
Read these simple guidelines. Not
following them may be dangerous or
illegal. Read the complete user guide
for further information.
Power on safely
Do not power on the device when
and where prohibited or when it may
cause interference or danger.
Road safety comes first
Obey all local laws. Always keep your
hands free to operate the vehicle
while driving. Your first consideration
while driving should be road safety.
Interference
Allwirelessdevicesmaybesusceptible
to interference, which could aect
performance.
Turn device o in restricted areas
Follow all warnings. Turn device o in
aircraft, near medical equipment, fuel,
chemicals, or blasting areas.
Qualified service
Only qualified personnel may install or
repair this product.
Accessories and batteries
Use only approved accessories. Do
not connect incompatible products.
Water-resistance
Your device is not water-resistant.
Keep it dry.
About your device
The wireless device described in
this guide is approved for use on
the CDMA 800, 1700, 1900 and 2100
MHz networks. Contact your service
provider for more information about
networks.
When using the features in this
device, obey all laws and respect local
customs, privacy and legitimate rights
of others, including copyrights.
Copyright protection may prevent
some images, music, and other
content from being copied, modified,
or transferred.
4Safety Safety 5
Warning: To use any features in this
device, other than the alarm clock,
the device must be powered. Do not
power the device on when wireless
device use may cause interference
or danger.
Remember to make back-up copies or
keep a written record of all important
information stored in your device.
When connecting to any other device,
read its user guide for detailed
safety instructions. Do not connect
incompatible products.

6Before using your phone Before using your phone 7
Before using your phone
Handset description
Battery usage
Battery installation
1. Remove the battery cover from the
unit.
2. Slide the battery into the slot
located at the bottom of the unit and
press until you hear the “Click”.
Battery removal
1. To remove the battery, push down
on the top of the battery while
inserting your finger into the slot
and pulling up from the back of the
battery and slide it out.
2. Align the cover tabs with the slots at
the top of the device and slide the
battery cover back onto the unit.
note If the battery is not correctly placed
in the compartment, the handset
will not turn on and/or the battery may
detach during use.
Battery charging
Power connection
1. Plug the AC Charger into a standard
outlet.
2. Plug the other end of the AC
Charger into the charging port on
your phone. The battery must be
installed in the device to charge
properly.
note
• When you charge the battery with
the phone powered o, you will
see a charging status screen. You
cannot operate the phone until it is
powered on.
1. Earpiece
2. OK key
3. Menu key
4. Speakerphone key
5. Send key
6. Navigation key
7. Contacts menu
8. Schedule key
9. End key
10. Numeric keypad
11. Microphone
12. Speaker
13. Headset port
14. Side volume keys
15. Charger port
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• The battery is not charged at the
time of purchase.
• Fully charge the battery before use.
• It is more ecient to charge the
battery with the handset is powered
o.
• Battery operating time gradually
decreases over time.
• If the battery fails to perform
normally, you may need to replace
the battery.
Battery handling information
Do’s
• Only use the battery and charger
approved by the manufacturer.
• Only use the battery for its original
purpose.
• Try to keep batteries in a
temperature between 41oF (5oC )
and 95oF (35oC).
• If the battery is stored in
temperatures above or below the
recommended range, give it time to
warm up or cool down before using.
• Completely drain the battery before
recharging. It may take one to four
days to completely drain.
• Store the discharged battery in a
cool, dark, and dry place.
• Purchase a new battery when its
operating time gradually decreases
after fully charging.
• Properly dispose of the battery
according to local laws.
Don’ts
• Do not attempt to disassemble the
battery – it is a sealed unit with no
serviceable parts.
• Do not short circuit the battery by
carrying it in your pocket or purse
with other metallic objects such
as coins, clips and pens. This may
critically damage the battery.
• Do not leave the battery in hot
or cold temperatures. Otherwise,
it could significantly reduce the
capacity and lifetime of the battery.
• Do not dispose of the battery into a
fire.
8Before using your phone
Basic operation
Turning the phone on/o
Turning the phone on
1. Press the END Key until the Cricket
logo appears and the tone sounds.
note
• If “Password” appears on the display
enter your 4-digit password to
unlock your phone.
• The default password is the last 4
digits of your phone number.
Turning the phone o
1. Press and hold the END Key until the
Cricket logo appears.
note
• Immediately recharge or replace
the battery when the warning
“Please recharge battery soon”
appears on the display.
• Turn the phone o before removing
or replacing the battery. If the phone
is on, unsaved data may be lost.
Accessing the menu
Your phone can be customized via the
menu. Each function can be accessed
by scrolling with the Navigation
Key or by pressing the number that
corresponds with the menu item.
1. To access the menu in the idle mode,
press the Left Soft Key Menu.
2. Press the Navigation Key up,
down, left or right to choose the
menu item, then press the OK
Key. Press the Navigation Key
up or down to scroll through the
submenus for each menu item.
3. To return to the previous page,
press the Clear Key. To exit the
current menu and return to the idle
mode, press the END Key.
4. Press the OK Key to enter ODP
Menu. To scroll thru the widgets,
press the right or left Navigation
Key.
note
• Navigation Key up : Messages
• Navigation Key down : Browser
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