Geemarc CL8600 User manual

English
CL8600
Mobile Phone with SOS
emergency key

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CONTENTS ...............................................................1
INTRODUCTION .......................................................4
Unpacking the Telephone...........................................5
DESCRIPTION ..........................................................6
General Description ...................................................6
LCD Screen Description ............................................10
Menu Navigation ........................................................11
Menu Map..................................................................12
Network Services & Password ...................................13
SETTING UP, Install SIM Card,
Battery and micro SD card ......................................14
Charging the Battery ..................................................15
Switching On/Off & Battery Use .................................16
USING THE TELEPHONE,
First use of your mobile ........................................17
Standby Mode, Making a Call ....................................17
Making a Call from the Call Record & Phone Book....17
Making a Call using Quick Dial ..................................18
Making a Call using Dialled Numbers List..................18
Receiving a Call, Rejecting a Call, Switch Off Alerts..18
Options During a Call.................................................19
Receiving Volume ......................................................20
Ringer Volume ...........................................................20
Call Timer...................................................................20
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SMS ...........................................................................21
Send a Text Message ................................................21
Receiving a Text Message .........................................21
Reviewing Stored Text Messages (Inbox) ................21
Sent Messages ..........................................................22
Draftbox .....................................................................22
Delete SMS................................................................22
Text Message Settings...............................................23
Broadcast Messages .................................................24
VOICEMAIL ...............................................................25
Voicemail Number Setting..........................................25
Listen to Voicemail .....................................................25
PHONEBOOK ...........................................................26
Create a Phone Book Entry .......................................26
Create a Phone Book Entry from Standby .................27
View Phone Book Entries...........................................27
Options within Phone Book........................................28
Create a Picture Phone Book Entry ...........................28
Dial a Picture Phone Book Entry................................29
Storing a Speed Dial Number.....................................29
Dialling a Speed Dial Number ....................................29
CALL RECORD.........................................................30
Display Missed Calls..................................................30
Display Dialled Calls ..................................................30
Display Received Calls ..............................................31
Delete Call Logs.........................................................31
Call Settings...............................................................31
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HANDSET SETTINGS...............................................33
Phone Settings, M1/M2 numbers, ICE.......................33
Torch setting...............................................................34
Flight mode ................................................................34
Profiles, Call Settings.................................................34
Speed dial ..................................................................34
Display .......................................................................35
Security Settings ........................................................35
Connections...............................................................36
SOS ...........................................................................37
SOS Function, SOS mode setting..............................37
SOS Number Settings................................................37
SOS Call centre, SOS Text Message.........................38
SOS Message Record ...............................................38
SOS actively obtains the local location ......................38
ADVANCED SETTINGS............................................40
Tools ..........................................................................40
Multimedia..................................................................41
File Manager ..............................................................41
TROUBLESHOOTING ..............................................42
SAFETY INFORMATION...........................................45
HEARING AID INFORMATION .................................47
NETWORK SERVICES .............................................48
GUARANTEE ............................................................49
RECYCLING DIRECTIVES .......................................50
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Congratulations on purchasing your Geemarc CL8600
telephone 4G. This telephone is hearing aid compatible.
It offers many functions such as an alarm, calendar,
camera, video, SMS text messaging, a phone book and
picture phone book, human voice options with talking
keypad, a speakerphone and speed dial buttons. It has
an emergency function in which five numbers can be
programmed as emergency contacts. In case of
emergency these contacts will be called and SMS
messages sent with the press of just one button.
The font size on the colour LCD display is large and the
buttons on the keypad are easy to see and use. This
mobile telephone has a loud ringer and strong vibrating
setting. There is adjustable receiving volume control
reaching up to 40dB with volume keys. All these features
add up to make this a highly suitable telephone for the
elderly, hard of hearing or sight people and anyone who
simply wants to keep in touch with a great degree of
ease.
Its is important that you read the instructions below in
order to use your Geemarc telephone to its full potential.
Keep this user guide in a safe place for future reference.
This guide explains how to use the following telephone:
CL8600
INTRODUCTION

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Unpacking the Telephone
When unpacking the telephone, you should find the
following in the box:
•1 CL8600 mobile telephone handset 4G
•1 Desktop charging unit
•1 cable USB/ type C
•1 Mains power adaptor
•1 x Li-Polymer rechargeable battery
•1 User Guide
For product support and help visit our website at
www.geemarc.com
E-mail : [email protected]
Telephone : [phone]
lines are open 09h00 to 16h00 Mon to Fri
2 Rue Galilée, Parc de l’Etoile,59760 Grande-Synthe,
France.
INTRODUCTION

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General Description
Handset Description (front)
DESCRIPTION
Earpiece
Display
Volume Up button
Volume Down
Button
Right Soft key
Navigation keys
Confirm key
Left Soft key
Dial key
End/Power key
M1, camera , M2
Keypad
Torch
Type-C USB Port /
Type-C Headset
Jack
Charging Contacts

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Handset Description (rear) / Desktop charger
Charging Contacts Type-C USB port
DESCRIPTION
Loudspeaker
Camera lens
SOS key

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One touch dialing keys
A telephone number can be assigned to each of
these buttons. To dial the number all you have to
do is press the button once and the number will
be dialed automatically.
Scroll up through lists and menu options.
This is a dedicated key in Standby. It can be set up
in Handset Settings or Camera function in stand
by mode.
Power key/On-hook key
Long press to power the telephone on and off.
End a call.
Cancel current process and return to standby.
Navigation Button
Up Key
Scroll up through lists and menu options.
This is a dedicated key in Standby. It can be set up
in Handset Settings or Recorder function in stand
by mode.
Down Key
Scroll down through lists and menu options.
This is a dedicated key in Standby. It can be set up
in Handset Settings or Dual SIM function in stand
by mode.
Right Key
This is a dedicated key in Standby. It can be set up
in Handset Settings or Profile function in stand by
mode.
Left Key
This is a dedicated key in Standby. It can be set up
in Handset Settings or Write SMS function in stand
by mode.
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Call Key
Make a call after dialling the number.
Receive a call. Access at the outgoing call list
Left/Right key
These are softkeys i.e. they take on different
functions depending on the menu displayed.
The current function is always displayed by the text
above the key.
Asterisk key
Press this key to insert one or more symbols while
composing a message or editing a phonebook entry
name. Then use the navigation keys to move to the
symbols you want to insert.
Hash Key
Press to switch between different input modes
while composing a text message or editing a
contact name.
0 / Torch Key
In standby, press and hold for a few seconds and
the torch will shine steadily. Press once more to
turn it off.
Volume Up and Down Key
Use this key to increase ringer volume when you
access Profiles menu or when receiving an
incoming call. Increase the earpiece/speakerphone
volume during a call. There are 9 volume levels
available. Start the amplifier function after level 6
Volume Down Key
Use key to decrease the ringer volume when you
access Profiles menu or when receiving an
incoming call. Increase the earpiece/speakerphone
volume during a call. There are 9 volume levels
available.
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LCD Screen Description
The LCD screen is split into three distinct areas:
The icon area.This is found at the top of the screen. This
displays the various system icons which help you to use the
telephone.
The main area. This is found across the centre of the screen.
It displays the following:
•number being dialled
•caller ID information
•phonebook
•menu information
•in standby mode current time, date and service provider
name
The soft key area. This is found at the bottom of the screen.
Signal Strength icon
This is always displayed when your telephone is
switched on. It shows the current signal strength.
More bars indicate more signal strength. There is
one of these icons per SIM.
Alarm icon
The alarm has been set to ring at a specified time.
Battery Status icon
This is always displayed when your telephone is
switched on. It shows the level of battery charge.
More bars indicate more battery charge.
RRoaming icon
A roaming call is taking place i.e.international call –
outgoing or incoming.
SMS icon
A new SMS (text message) has been received.
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Mute icon
The microphone is temporarily muted during the
conversation.
Silent icon
The telephone is in silent mode. There will be no call
alert.
Headset icon
The headset is plugged in
Missed Call
Shaker icon
The telephone is in shaker mode
Menu Navigation
The MENU soft key or central square key is used to activate
the menu. The BACK soft key is used to go back a level in the
menu system. Press to deactivate the menu and return
to standby mode from any menu.
The ▼and▲keys are used to scroll through the menu.
▲move backward through the menu
▼move forward through the menu
Sometimes <and >are used to navigate through sub menus.
The OK soft key is used to confirm/ select an action or choice
on a screen.
The central square key is used to go to Menu or to confirm /
select an action or choice on a screen.
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Menu Map
Contacts Photo contacts
Normal Phonebook
Message Write Message
Inbox
Outbox
Drafts
Sentbox
Broadcast Message
Voice mail serve
r
Call logs Missed calls
Dialed calls
Received calls
Rejected calls
Delete all
Call timers
Data service counte
r
SOS Mode
SOS number
Set call center
SOS SMS
Set outgoing voice
Settings Phone Settings
M1/M2 memories
I.C.E
Torch
Flight mode
Profiles
Call settings
Speed dial
Display
Security
Connections
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Tools Bluetooth
Clock
Calendar
Calculator
Services
Internet Dorado
Opera Mini
Set as default
Multimedia Image
Camera
Make a video
Video
FM radio
Audio
Recorde
r
My files Phone
Memory card
Network Services
To use this mobile telephone you must subscribe to a service
from a service provider. Different service providers offer different
features (at a variety of charges). This may effect the features
made available to you through this mobile telephone.
Passwords
This mobile telephone allows you to set up passwords to help
protect your telephone from unauthorized use.
The PIN and PIN2 codes are supplied with your SIM card. The
PIN code help to protect the SIM card from unauthorized use.
The PIN2 code is required to access certain services.
The PUK and PUK2 codes may be supplied with the SIM card.
If you enter the PIN code incorrectly three times in succession,
the PUK will be required. If the codes are not supplied, contact
your service provider.
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Install nano SIM Card and Battery
Always switch the telephone off and disconnect the charger
before removing the battery.
Take care when handling the SIM card. The SIM card and its
contacts can be easily damaged by scratches or bending.
To remove the battery compartment cover. Place your screen
down, then in the bottom left corner you have a small opening
and this is where you need to insert your fingernail to lift the
battery cover and unclip it.
Remove the battery (if battery already inside).
Slide a SIM with the gold contacts
face down under the silver SIM
holder as shown below.
You can insert 2 nano SIM cards into this telephone. There are
many reasons to do this, however, one important reason is that
if you use two SIMS from different providers you will probably get
better network coverage. However, just using one will be fine too!
Observe the battery contacts (the gold coloured contacts must
face towards the bottom right) and insert the battery.
Place the battery cover into position and clip the cover.
You can insert one micro SD
card to save the pictures.
Maximum 32G.
SIM card
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Charging the Battery
Charging via the Type-C Port
Plug the charger into a wall socket.
Connect the lead from the charger
into the Type-C port on the bottom
of the telephone. During charging,
the battery icon starts to fill.
Charging via the Charging Unit
Plug the charger into a wall socket.
Connect the lead from the charger into
the Type-C port on the charging unit.
Place the mobile telephone onto the charging unit.
Note: Only use batteries and
chargers supplied with the
telephone. The guarantee will
be invalid if an unapproved
cable is used. Keep the battery
contacts clean and free of dirt.
Try and avoid removing the
battery as this could short circuit
the battery.
If the battery is completely discharged, it may take a few seconds
before the charging indicator appears on the display or before
any calls can be made.
Before the handset is first used, the battery must be
charged for a minimum of 3 hours.
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Switching On/Off
Press for 3 seconds or longer to switch the telephone on.
If no SIM card has been inserted, LIMITED SERVICE will be
displayed. Only emergency calls can be made until the SIM
has been inserted.
Press again for 3 seconds to switch the telephone off.
Battery Use
The icon is continuously displayed at the top right corner
of the LCD display. The icon indicates the level of battery power.
The more bars displayed, the more power available.
When the battery charge is low, a warning message will be
displayed. The back lighting and certain other functions may
stop working. When the battery is too weak for the telephone
to operate, the handset will automatically switch off.
Battery talk and standby times are subject to change. Replace
the battery when the battery power has deteriated noticeably
(requires charging more frequently).
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First use of your mobile
Turn ON the mobile by pressing the key, the display ask
you to select your language with the keys ▼/▲, Press OK softkey
to valid.
Then set the time with the keypad, press on key▼and set the Date
with the keypad.
Press on key▼then set the time format with the key left or right
arrow.
Press on key▼then set update time setting then press OK, after
to select your setting, press back soft key to exit.
Press Done softkey to valid the setting.
Standby Mode
When the telephone is ready for use and you have not entered
any characters, the telephone is in standby mode. You can set
the telephone to standby mode by pressing .
Making a Call
Unlock your phone and dial the number on the keypad.
Press Delete soft key to delete an incorrect digit
Press , the number is automatically dialled
To end the call simply press
To place an international call, you need to press +before the
country code. Simply, press *key twice. Some foreign telephone
networks have extension lines that cannot be dialled as
dial-through, but need to be entered by the keypad. To dial
these directly, press *quickly three times in a row after the
telephone number. The pcharacter will appear and then you
can enter the extension.
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Making a Call from the Call Record
You can find dialled numbers, received or missed in the
call record.
1. MenuÆCall logsÆDialed callsÆSelect the telephone number
required
2. On finding the desired number, press , the number is
automatically dialled
3. To end the call simply press .
Making a Call from the Phone Book
If you have stored numbers in the phone book, you can dial
numbers using the phone book.
1. Menu ÆContacts ÆPhoto contacts or Normal Phonebook
ÆSelect the telephone number required
2. On finding the desired number, press , the number is
automatically dialled
3. To end the call simply press .
Making a Call using Quick Dial
If you have stored numbers in the quick dial locations, press
either M1 or M2 (dependant on who you wish to ring). The
chosen telephone number will be dialled automatically.
Making a Call from the Dialled Numbers List
Press to display the dialled calls list
Use▼o
r
▲to scroll through the list and find the desired
numbe
r
Press again, the number is automatically dialled
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Receiving a Call
When an incoming call is received the telephone. If the Caller
ID service is activated, the caller’s telephone number will be
displayed. If this caller’s number is stored in the Phonebook,
the associated name will displayed
Press to answer
To end the call simply press
Rejecting a Call
To reject an incoming call, simply press or soft key
SILENT then REJECT
Switch Off Alerts
You can switch off all of the alerts for an incoming call in press
and hold until to have on the display or only
vibrations in press& hold again the key until to have the shaker
icon on the display.
Press and hold again this kay to come-back in normal mode.
Options During a Call
You can use a variety of functions during a call by pressing the
OPTION soft key. You get the option to do the following:
•Connect to BT headset
•Hold
•Recording started
•Mute
•Contacts
•Call logs
•Messages
USING THE TELEPHONE