HTC T-Mobile Shadow Hotspot User manual

User Manual

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Congratulations on the purchase of your new T-Mobile Shadow.
Please Read Before Proceeding.
THIS PHONE IS NOT FULLY CHARGED WHEN YOU TAKE IT OUT OF THE BOX.
DO NOT REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK WHEN THE PHONE IS CHARGING.
YOUR WARRANTY IS INVALIDATED IF YOU OPEN OR TAMPER WITH THE PHONE'S
OUTER CASING.
PRIVACY RESTRICTIONS
Some countries require full disclosure of recorded telephone conversations, and stipulate
that you must inform the person with whom you are speaking that the conversation is
being recorded. Always obey the relevant laws and regulations of your country when
using the recording feature of your phone.
COPYRIGHT INFORMATION
Copyright © 2008 T-Mobile. All Rights Reserved.
T-Mobile, the magenta color, and the HotSpot design are federally registered trademarks of Deutsche
Telekom AG. myFaves and the myFaves design are federally registered trademarks and , of T-Mobile
USA, Inc.
Microsoft, MS-DOS, Windows, Windows NT, Windows Server, Windows Mobile, Windows XP, Windows
Vista, ActiveSync, Windows Mobile Device Center, Internet Explorer, Windows Live, MSN, Hotmail,
Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks
of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
Bluetooth and the Bluetooth logo are trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wireless Fidelity Alliance, Inc.
microSD is a trademark of SD Card Association.
Java, J2ME and all other Java-based marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun
Microsystems, Inc. in the United States and other countries.
Copyright © 2008, Adobe Systems Incorporated.

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Macromedia, Flash, Macromedia Flash, Macromedia Flash Lite and Reader are trademarks and/or
registered trademarks of Macromedia Netherlands, B.V. or Adobe Systems Incorporated.
Copyright © 2008, JATAAYU SOFTWARE (P) LTD. All Rights Reserved.
Copyright © 2008, Dilithium Networks, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
ArcSoft MMS Composer™ Copyright © 2003-2008, ArcSoft, Inc. and its licensors. All Rights Reserved.
ArcSoft and the ArcSoft logo are registered trademarks of ArcSoft, Inc. in the United States and/or
other countries.
This device is licensed under patented keyboard technology of Research In Motion Limited including
the following US Patents and foreign counterparts: 6,278,442; 6,396,482; 6,452,588; 6,489,950;
6,611,254; 6,611,255; 6,876,763; 6,873,317; 6,891,529; 6,919,879; 7,056,043; 7,073,964; 7,106,306;
7,113,111; 7,153,049; 7,158,120; 7,227,536; 6,891,529; 7,083,342; 7,096,036; 7,106,306; 7109973; and
7,220,069.
All other company, product and service names mentioned herein are trademarks, registered
trademarks or service marks of their respective owners.
T-Mobile shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein, nor for
incidental or consequential damages resulting from furnishing this material. The information is
provided“as is” without warranty of any kind and is subject to change without notice. T-Mobile also
reserves the right to revise the content of this document at any time without prior notice.
No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic
or mechanical, including photocopying, recording or storing in a retrieval system, or translated into
any language in any form without prior written permission of T-Mobile.

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Important Health Information and Safety Precautions
When using this product, the safety precautions below must be taken to avoid possible
legal liabilities and damages. Retain and follow all product safety and operating instructions.
Observe all warnings in the operating instructions on the product.
To reduce the risk of bodily injury, electric shock, fire, and damage to the equipment, observe
the following precautions.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
This product is intended for use when supplied with power from the designated battery or
power supply unit. Other usage may be dangerous and will invalidate any approval given to
this product.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR PROPER GROUNDING INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Connecting to improperly grounded equipment can result in an electric shock to
your device.
This product equipped with a USB Cable for connecting with a desktop or notebook computer.
Be sure your computer is properly grounded (earthed) before connecting this product to the
computer. The power supply cord of a desktop or notebook computer has an equipment-
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate
outlet which is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR POWER SUPPLY UNIT
• Use the correct external power source
A product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the
electrical ratings label. If you are not sure of the type of power source required, consult
your authorised service provider or local power company. For a product that operates
from battery power or other sources, refer to the operating instructions that are included
with the product.
This product should be operated only with the following designated power supply
unit(s).
AC Adapter
1. Delta, Model EADP-5GB X
2. Phihong, Model PSAA05X-050

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• Handle battery packs carefully
This product contains a Li-ion battery. There is a risk of re and burns if the battery
pack is handled improperly. Do not attempt to open or service the battery pack. Do not
disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts or circuits, dispose of in re or
water, or expose a battery pack to temperatures higher than 140˚F.
WARNING: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. TO
REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR BURNS, DO NOT DISASSEMBLE, CRUSH, PUNCTURE,
SHORT EXTERNAL CONTACTS, EXPOSE TO TEMPERATURE ABOVE 140˚F, OR
DISPOSE OF IN FIRE OR WATER. REPLACE ONLY WITH SPECIFIED BATTERIES.
RECYCLE OR DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE LOCAL
REGULATIONS OR REFERENCE GUIDE SUPPLIED WITH YOUR PRODUCT.
NOTE: This product should be operated only with the following designated
Battery Pack:
• TWS, Model CONV160
•Take extra precautions
•Keep the battery or device dry and away from water or any liquid as it may cause a
short circuit.
•Keep metal objects away so they don’t come in contact with the battery or its
connectors as it may lead to short circuit during operation.
•Do not use a battery that appears damaged, deformed, or discolored, or one that has
any rust on its casing, overheats, or emits a foul odor.
•Always keep the battery out of the reach of babies and small children, to avoid
swallowing of the battery. Consult the doctor immediately if the battery is
swallowed.

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•If the battery leaks:
•Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with skin or clothing. If already
in contact, flush the affected area immediately with clean water and seek medical
advice.
•Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with eyes. If already in contact,
DO NOT rub; rinse with clean water immediately and seek medical advice.
•Take extra precautions to keep a leaking battery away from fire as there is a
danger of ignition or explosion.
•Communicate the appropriate steps immediately in case a hazard occurs.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR DIRECT SUNLIGHT
Keep this product away from excessive moisture and extreme temperatures. Do not leave the
product or its battery inside a vehicle or in places where the temperature may exceed 140°F,
such as on a car dashboard, window sill, or behind a glass that is exposed to direct sunlight or
strong ultraviolet light for extended periods of time. This may damage the product, overheat
the battery, or pose a risk to the vehicle.
PREVENTION OF HEARING LOSS
CAUTION: Permanent hearing loss may occur if earphones or headphones
are used at high volume for prolonged periods of time.
SAFETY IN AIRCRAFT
Due to the possible interference caused by this product to an aircraft’s navigation system and
its communications network, using this device’s phone function on board an airplane is against
the law in most countries. If you want to use this device when on board an aircraft, remember
to turn off the phone by switching to Flight Mode.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESTRICTIONS
Do not use this product in gas stations, fuel depots, chemical plants or where blasting
operations are in progress, or in potentially explosive atmospheres such as fuelling areas, fuel
storehouses, below deck on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, and areas
where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders. Please be
aware that sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or
even death.

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EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES
When in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere or where flammable materials exist,
the product should be turned off and the user should obey all signs and instructions. Sparks
in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Users
are advised not to use the equipment at refueling points such as service or gas stations, and
are reminded of the need to observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots,
chemical plants, or where blasting operations are in progress. Areas with a potentially explosive
atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly marked. These include fueling areas, below
deck on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, and areas where the air contains
chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders.
ROAD SAFETY
In some states or local jurisdictions, vehicle drivers in motion are not permitted to use
telephony services with handheld devices, except in the case of emergency. In some countries
outside the US, using hands-free devices as an alternative is allowed.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR RF EXPOSURE
•Avoid using your device near metal structures (for example, the steel frame of a
building).
•Avoid using your device near strong electromagnetic sources, such as microwave ovens,
sound speakers, TV and radio.
•Use only original manufacturer-approved accessories, or accessories that do not contain
any metal.
•Use of non-original manufacturer-approved accessories may violate your local RF
exposure guidelines and should be avoided.
INTERFERENCE WITH MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
This product may cause medical equipment to malfunction. The use of this device is forbidden
in most hospitals and medical clinics.
If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to
determine if it is adequately shielded from external RF energy. Your physician may be able to
assist you in obtaining this information.
Turn the phone OFF in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct
you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive
to external RF energy.

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HEARING AIDS
Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such
interference, you may want to consult your service provider, or call the customer service line to
discuss alternatives.
NONIONIZING RADIATION
Your device has an internal antenna. This product should be operated in its normal-use position
to ensure the radiative performance and safety of the interference. As with other mobile radio
transmitting equipment, users are advised that for satisfactory operation of the equipment and
for the safety of personnel, it is recommended that no part of the human body be allowed to
come too close to the antenna during operation of the equipment.
Use only the supplied integral antenna. Use of unauthorized or modified antennas may impair
call quality and damage the phone, causing loss of performance and SAR levels exceeding the
recommended limits as well as result in non-compliance with local regulatory requirements in
your country.

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General Precautions
• Heed service markings
Except as explained elsewhere in the Operating or Service documentation, do not
service any product yourself. Any necessary services on components inside these
compartments should be done by an authorized service technician or provider.
• Damage requiring service
Unplug the product from any electrical power source and refer servicing to an
authorized service technician or provider under the following conditions:
• Liquid has been spilled or an object has fallen into the product.
• The product has been exposed to rain or water.
• The product has been dropped or damaged.
• There are noticeable signs of overheating.
• The product does not operate normally when you follow the operating instructions.
• Avoid hot areas
The product should be placed away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other products (including, but limited to, ampliers) that produce heat.
• Avoid wet areas
Never use the product in a wet location.
• Avoid using your device after a dramatic change in temperature
When you move your device between environments with very dierent temperature
and/or humidity ranges, condensation may form on or within the device. To avoid
damaging the device, allow sucient time for the moisture to evaporate before using
the device.
NOTE: When taking the device from low-temperature conditions into a warmer
environment or from high-temperature conditions into a cooler environment,
allow the device to acclimate to room temperature before turning on the power.

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•Avoid pushing objects into product
Never push objects of any kind into cabinet slots or other openings in the product.
Slots and openings are provided for ventilation. These openings must not be blocked or
covered.
• Mounting Accessories
Do not use the product on an unstable table, cart, stand, tripod, or bracket. Any
mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a
mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
• Avoid unstable mounting
Do not mount or place the product on an unstable base.
• Use product with approved equipment
This product should be used only with personal computers and/or options identied as
suitable for use with your equipment.
• Adjust the volume
Turn down the volume before using headphones or other audio devices.
• Cleaning
Unplug the product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning, but NEVER use water to clean the LCD
screen.

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Contents
Welcome to T-Mobile® ..................................................................... 21
Introduction...................................................................................................................22
T-Mobile Services and Applications ......................................................................23
Voice/Phone...............................................................................................23
Voicemail.....................................................................................................24
E-mail............................................................................................................24
Messaging services..................................................................................24
T-Mobile myFaves® ..................................................................................25
T-Mobile HotSpot.....................................................................................26
Mobile Backup...........................................................................................26
International Service...............................................................................26
Activating Service ........................................................................................................27
Chapter 1 Getting Started ............................................................. 29
1.1 Getting to Know Your Phone and Its Accessories ....................................30
1.2 Inserting the SIM Card .......................................................................................35
1.3 Installing a microSD Card..................................................................................37
1.4 Charging the Battery ..........................................................................................38
1.5 Turning On the Phone........................................................................................39
1.6 Using the Headset / Charging Cable ............................................................40
1.7 The Home Screen.................................................................................................41
Shortcut Bar ...............................................................................................42
1.8 Programs On Your Phone..................................................................................46
1.9 Using the Start Menu .........................................................................................51

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1.10 Using the Quick List..........................................................................................51
1.11 Entering Information .......................................................................................52
Input modes...............................................................................................52
The 20-key QWERTY keyboard............................................................53
Multipress mode.......................................................................................54
T9 mode ......................................................................................................54
Numeric mode ..........................................................................................56
1.12 Battery Information..........................................................................................57
1.13 Shortcut Key........................................................................................................58
1.14 Status Indicators................................................................................................59
Chapter 2 Using Phone Features................................................... 61
2.1 Using the Phone...................................................................................................62
The Phone screen.....................................................................................62
Set ring tones.............................................................................................62
2.2 Making a Call.........................................................................................................63
Make a call from the Home screen.....................................................63
Make a call from Contacts.....................................................................64
Make a call from Call History................................................................64
Make a call from Speed Dial.................................................................65
Make a call from SIM Manager ............................................................65
2.3 Receiving a Call.....................................................................................................66
2.4 In-Call Options......................................................................................................67
2.5 Additional Dialing Information.......................................................................69
Make an emergency call........................................................................69
Make an international call.....................................................................69
Insert a pause or long pause in a dialing sequence ....................69

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Chapter 3 Synchronizing Information with Your Computer ....... 71
3.1 About Synchronization......................................................................................72
Ways to synchronize................................................................................72
3.2 Setting Up Windows Mobile® Device Center on Windows Vista.........73
Set up synchronization in Windows Mobile® Device Center....73
3.3 Setting Up ActiveSync® on Windows XP .....................................................74
Install ActiveSync® ...................................................................................74
Set up synchronization in ActiveSync® ............................................74
3.4 Synchronizing With Your Computer..............................................................75
Start and stop synchronization...........................................................75
Change which information is synchronized...................................76
Troubleshoot sync connection problems .......................................76
3.5 Synchronizing via Bluetooth ...........................................................................77
3.6 Synchronizing Music and Video .....................................................................78
Chapter 4 Managing your Phone .................................................. 79
4.1 Personalizing Your Phone .................................................................................80
Set up the Home screen .......................................................................80
Set date, time, and other regional options.....................................81
Choose how to be notified about events or actions...................81
Set personal information.......................................................................83
Set performance and maintenance options ..................................83
4.2 Adding and Removing Programs...................................................................85
4.3 Using Task Manager and Managing Memory............................................85
4.4 Managing and Backing Up Files.....................................................................86
Copy files to a PC using Windows Mobile® Device Center or
ActiveSync® ................................................................................................86

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Use File Explorer .......................................................................................87
4.5 Protecting Your Phone.......................................................................................88
4.6 Restarting Your Phone .......................................................................................92
4.7 Resetting Your Phone.........................................................................................92
Chapter 5 Organizing Phone Information.................................... 93
5.1 Contacts .................................................................................................................94
Create a contact on your phone.........................................................94
Edit and call a contact ............................................................................95
Find a contact ............................................................................................95
Share contact information....................................................................96
5.2 SIM Manager..........................................................................................................97
5.3 T-Mobile myFaves® ..............................................................................................99
T-Mobile myFaves on the Home screen...........................................99
Add myFaves contacts............................................................................100
Rotate and crop a photo .......................................................................101
Call a myFaves contact ...........................................................................102
myFaves settings ......................................................................................103
Edit a myFaves contact...........................................................................104
5.4 Calendar..................................................................................................................105
Create a personal appointment..........................................................105
View your appointments.......................................................................106
Send appointments.................................................................................107
5.5 Tasks..........................................................................................................................108
5.6 Mobile Backup......................................................................................................109
5.7 Voice Recorder......................................................................................................110

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Chapter 6 Exchanging Messages................................................... 111
6.1 Messaging ..............................................................................................................112
6.2 Text Messages .......................................................................................................113
Compose and send text messages ....................................................113
Manage text messages ..........................................................................114
Receive text messages ...........................................................................116
Copy and paste text ................................................................................116
6.3 Picture Messages .................................................................................................117
Create and send Picture Messages ....................................................117
View, reply to and block Picture Messages .....................................119
6.4 Audio Postcards....................................................................................................121
6.5 Use Instant Messaging.......................................................................................122
AIM® ..............................................................................................................122
ICQ® ...............................................................................................................124
Yahoo!®.........................................................................................................125
Windows Live™ Messenger...................................................................126
6.6 Set Up E-Mail .........................................................................................................127
6.7 Use E-mail...............................................................................................................129
Create and reply to e-mails...................................................................129
Filter the Inbox message list.................................................................130
Send and download e-mails ................................................................132
Customize e-mail settings.....................................................................133
6.8 Use Keyboard Shortcuts....................................................................................135
Chapter 7 Working with Company E-mails and Meeting
Appointments ............................................................... 137
7.1 Synchronizing Your Phone with the Exchange Server ...........................138

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Set up an Exchange Server connection from your phone ........138
Set up an Exchange Server connection from your PC................140
Start synchronization..............................................................................144
7.2 Working with Company E-mails .....................................................................145
Automatic synchronization through Direct Push.........................145
Scheduled synchronization..................................................................147
Instant download through Fetch Mail..............................................147
Search for e-mails on the Exchange Server ....................................148
Flag your messages .................................................................................149
Out-of-office auto-reply.........................................................................150
View a document linked to an e-mail message ............................150
7.3 Managing Meeting Requests ..........................................................................151
7.4 Finding Contacts in the Company Directory .............................................153
7.5 E-mail Security......................................................................................................155
Encrypt and sign messages..................................................................155
Set permissions on an e-mail message............................................158
Chapter 8 Getting Connected........................................................ 159
8.1 Comm Manager ...................................................................................................160
8.2 Ways of Connecting to the Internet..............................................................161
8.3 Wi-Fi .........................................................................................................................161
Connect to T-Mobile HotSpot..............................................................161
About UMA.................................................................................................165
8.4 GPRS/EDGE ...........................................................................................................172
8.5 Dial-up and Others..............................................................................................173
8.6 Internet Explorer® Mobile.................................................................................175
Browse the Web ........................................................................................175

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8.7 Using Your Phone as a Modem (Internet Sharing)...................................177
8.8 Bluetooth................................................................................................................179
Bluetooth modes......................................................................................179
Bluetooth partnerships..........................................................................180
Connect a Bluetooth hands-free or stereo headset.....................182
Beam information using Bluetooth...................................................183
8.9 Windows LiveTM..............................................................................................................................................................................185
Set up Windows LiveTM..................................................................................................................................185
The Windows LiveTM interface..............................................................187
8.10 Windows Live™ Messenger............................................................................188
Launch the messenger and sign in....................................................188
Add Windows LiveTM contacts..............................................................189
Send instant messages...........................................................................190
Personalize the messenger...................................................................191
8.11 Windows LiveTM Search....................................................................................192
Chapter 9 Experiencing Multimedia............................................. 193
9.1 Camera ....................................................................................................................194
Take a photo or capture a video clip.................................................194
Capture modes..........................................................................................194
Camera mode icons and indicators...................................................196
Quick Settings Menu...............................................................................197
Use zooming..............................................................................................198
Quick Send..................................................................................................198
The Review screen ...................................................................................200
Camera Capture and Advanced Settings ........................................201
9.2 Photos & Video Album.......................................................................................202

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9.3 Windows Media® Player Mobile......................................................................204
About the controls...................................................................................204
About the screens and menus.............................................................205
About licenses and protected files ....................................................206
Synchronize video and audio files .....................................................206
Play media...................................................................................................210
Playlists ........................................................................................................210
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................211
9.4 Java Applications.................................................................................................212
Install and run MIDlets/MIDlet suite..................................................212
Manage MIDlets .......................................................................................214
Chapter 10 Using Other Applications........................................... 215
10.1 Microsoft® Office Mobile ................................................................................216
10.2 Microsoft® Office Word Mobile.....................................................................216
View documents.......................................................................................216
Edit and send documents .....................................................................217
10.3 Microsoft® Office Excel® Mobile...................................................................218
View worksheets.......................................................................................218
Edit and send worksheets.....................................................................220
10.4 Microsoft® Office PowerPoint® Mobile ......................................................222
10.5 Microsoft® Office OneNote® Mobile...........................................................224
10.6 Adobe® Reader® LE...........................................................................................225
10.7 Speed Dial............................................................................................................225
10.8 Voice Command.................................................................................................227

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Appendix.......................................................................................... 231
A.1 Specifications........................................................................................................232
A.2 Regulatory Notices .............................................................................................235
Index................................................................................................. 243

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