Huawei G1103 User manual

G1103&G2103
GSM Mobile Phone
User Guide

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Contents
Your Phone ..........................................................................1
Keys and Functions...............................................................2
Screen Icons.........................................................................4
Installing the SIM Card .........................................................5
Removing the SIM Card........................................................5
Charging the Battery ............................................................6
Working with the Function Menus........................................6
Making a Call.......................................................................7
Answering a Call ..................................................................7
Phone Lock ..........................................................................8
PIN and PUK ........................................................................8
Locking the Keypad..............................................................8
Changing the Text Input Modes............................................9
Multi-tap Input Mode...........................................................9
Predictive Input Mode ..........................................................9
Entering a Digit ..................................................................10
Entering a Symbol ..............................................................10
Flashlight (Optional) ...........................................................10
FM Radio (Optional) ...........................................................11
Warnings and Precautions ..................................................11

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Features marked with "optional" are optional. These
features may vary according to certain models.
Your Phone
The following figure shows the appearance of your phone and is
provided only for your reference.
1 Earpiece 7 Flashlight
2 Screen 8 # key
3 Left soft key 9 Number keys
4 Navigation key 10 End/Power key
5 Call/Answer key 11 Right soft key
6 * key 12 Charger jack

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Keys and Functions
Press… To…
Call/Answer
key
Make a call.
Answer a call.
Access Dialed calls in standby mode.
End key
Power the phone on or off (by pressing and
holding the key for about 3s).
End or reject a call.
Return to the standby mode.
Left soft key
Access Menu in standby mode.
Select a highlighted item.
Right soft key
Access Contacts in standby mode.
Return to the previous menu.

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Press… To…
Navigation
keys
Turn the Flashlight on (by pressing and holding
the up navigation key for about 3s or by pressing
the up navigation key twice in standby mode).
Turn the Flashlight off (by pressing the up
navigation key).
Access the Alarm clock (by pressing the down
navigation key) in standby mode.
Access Call Records (by pressing the left
navigation key) in standby mode.
Access the Calculator (by pressing the right
navigation key) in standby mode.
Increase the volume (by pressing the right
navigation key) or decrease the volume (by
pressing the left navigation key) during a call.
Number keys
Enter numbers, letters, and symbols.
Enter +in standby mode (by pressing and
holding the 0key for about 3s).
Call the voicemail in standby mode (by pressing
and holding the 1key for about 3s).
Speed-dial phone numbers in standby mode (by
pressing and holding the desired key 2–9for
about 3s).
Select a submenu item labeled with the
corresponding number.
* key
Enter *(by pressing the key) or enter P (by
pressing and holding the key) in standby mode.
Display the symbol list in any input mode.

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Press… To…
# key
Enter #.
Lock the keypad in standby mode (by pressing
and holding the key for about 3s).
Switch between input methods in text editing
mode.
If the phone cannot be powered on after you press and hold
End/Power key, the reason is probably that the battery is
used up. In this case, charge the phone for five minutes
(during this period, the charging icon may not be displayed
on the screen) and power it on again.
Screen Icons
Icon Description
Signal strength.
New text message.
Roaming.
Call forwarding enabled.
Alarms activated.
Keypad locked.
Battery power level.
Standard profile activated.

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Icon Description
Conference profile activated.
Outdoor profile activated.
Mute profile activated.
Customize profile activated.
FM radio activated.
Missed call(s).
Installing the SIM Card
Before installing the Subscriber Identification Module (SIM) card,
ensure that your phone is powered off. When inserting the SIM card,
ensure that the golden contact area on the SIM card is facing
downward and that the beveled edge of the SIM card is properly
aligned with that of the SIM card slot.
Removing the SIM Card
Before removing the SIM card, ensure that your phone is powered
off.

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If the phone does not work properly or if crashes occur, you
can press and hold the battery reset button on the right side
of the SIM card slot until the phone is powered on again.
Charging the Battery
To charge the battery, do the following:
1. Connect the charger to an alternating current (AC) power socket.
2. Connect the charger to the charger jack on the phone.
3. Wait until the battery is completely charged.
When the battery is being charged, an animated charging icon is
displayed on the screen. When the charging icon becomes static,
the battery is fully charged.
4. Disconnect the charger from the phone.
5. Disconnect the charger from the AC power socket.
Working with the Function Menus
1. In standby mode, press the Left soft key (Menu).
2. Press Navigation keys to select the desired function menu.
3. Press the Left soft key (Select) to access the selected menu.
4. Select a submenu in either of the following ways:
Press the Up or Down navigation key to scroll to the desired
submenu.

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Press the number key corresponding to the serial number of the
submenu.
5. Press the Left soft key (Select) to display the submenu.
6. Press the Right soft key (Back) to return to the previous menu or
exit the function menu.
To return directly to the standby mode, press the End/Power key.
Making a Call
1. In standby mode, enter the phone number.
To make an international call, press and hold the 0 key to enter
the plus sign (+), and then enter the country code or region code,
area code, and phone number in sequence.
To dial an extension number, enter the phone number, press and
hold the * key to enter P, and then enter the extension number.
2. Press the Call/Answer key to dial the number.
3. Press the End/Power key to end the key.
You can also make a call from call logs, contacts, and
messages.
During a call, press the Left or Right navigation key to
adjust the volume.
Answering a Call
When there is an incoming call, you can do the following:
Press the Call/Answer key to answer it.
Press the Left soft key (Options), and then select Accept to
answer it.
Press the Right soft key (Reject) or the End/Power key to reject it.
If the Any key answer function is enabled, you can press any key
except the Right soft key and the End/Power key to answer a call.

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Phone Lock
The phone lock protects your phone from unauthorized use. By
default, the phone lock function is disabled. You can change the
default phone lock code (0000) into any numeric string of four to
eight digits.
If you forget the phone code, contact your service provider.
PIN and PUK
The personal identification number (PIN) protects your SIM card from
unauthorized use. The PIN unblocking key (PUK) unlocks a blocked
PIN. Both the PIN and the PUK are provided with the SIM card. For
details, consult your service provider.
If you enter an incorrect PIN a pre-defined number of consecutive
times, the phone prompts you to enter the PUK. If you enter an
incorrect PUK a pre-defined number of consecutive times, the SIM
card becomes permanently invalid. In that case, contact your service
provider for a new SIM card.
Locking the Keypad
To lock the keypad, press and hold the # key in standby mode for
about 3s. To unlock the keypad, press the Left soft key and then the
# key in succession.
If the Keypad lock function is enabled and if the phone is in standby
mode for a preset period, the phone locks the keypad automatically.
When the keypad is locked, you can press the Call/Answer
key to answer a call or make an emergency call.

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Changing the Text Input Modes
The indicator of the current text input mode is displayed in the upper
left corner of the screen. You can press the # key to change the text
input mode.
Indicator Text Input Mode
ABC, Abc and abc Multi-tap input mode
Eng Predictive input mode
123 Number input mode
You can press the Right soft key (Delete) once to delete the
last entered character. You can also press and hold the Right
soft key (Delete) for about 3s to delete all the entered
characters at once.
Multi-tap Input Mode
To enter text in multi-tap input mode, press the key labeled with the
desired letter once to enter the first letter on the key, twice to enter
the second letter on the key, and so on.
Press the 1 key consecutively to enter commonly used
punctuations.
Press the 0 key once to enter a space and twice to enter 0.
Predictive Input Mode
To enter text in predictive input mode, do the following:
1. Press each key once according to the spelling sequence of the
desired word.
The phone displays candidate words.

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2. Press the Navigation keys to scroll to the desired word.
You can press the * key to switch a selected letter between the
upper case and the lower case.
3. Press the Left soft key to enter the word.
Press the 1 key to display commonly used punctuations.
Press the 0 key to enter a space.
Entering a Digit
In "123" input mode, directly press the number key labeled with
the desired digit.
In multi-tap input mode, press a number key consecutively until
the desired digit appears on the screen.
Entering a Symbol
1. Press the * key to display the symbol list.
2. Press the Navigation keys to scroll to the desired symbol.
3. Press the Left soft key to enter the symbol.
Flashlight (Optional)
Your phone comes with a flashlight. You can use this feature in the
case of weak light.
To use the flashlight, do the following:
1. Select Menu > Applications >Flashlight.
2. Select On to turn the flashlight on.
3. Select Off to turn the flashlight off.
You can also turn the flashlight on by pressing and holding
the up navigation key for about 3s or by pressing the up
navigation key twice continuously. You can also turn off the
flashlight by pressing the up navigation key once.

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FM Radio (Optional)
Your phone comes with a built-in antenna. You can listen to radio
programs without a headset.
To use the FM radio, do the following:
1. Select Menu > Applications >FM radio to launch the FM radio.
2. On the FM radio screen, do the following:
Press the Left or Right navigation key to change the channel.
Press and hold the Left or Right navigation key for about 3s to
make the phone automatically search for channels.
Press the number key corresponding to the serial number of a
channel to listen to the programs on the channel.
Press the Up or Down navigation key to adjust the volume.
Press the Left soft key (Options) to view or set the channel list,
search for channels, set a frequency, change the Radio Data
System (RDS), or turn off the FM radio.
Warnings and Precautions
This section contains important information pertaining to the
operating instructions of your device. It also contains information
about how to use the device safely. Read this information carefully
before using your device.
Electronic Device
Power off your device if using the device is prohibited. Do not use
the device when using the device causes danger or interference with
electronic devices.
Medical Device
Follow rules and regulations set forth by hospitals and health care
facilities. Do not use your device when using the device is
prohibited.

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Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum distance
of 15 cm be maintained between a device and a pacemaker to
prevent potential interference with the pacemaker. If you are
using a pacemaker, use the device on the opposite side of the
pacemaker and do not carry the device in your front pocket.
Potentially Explosive Atmosphere
Power off your device in any area with a potentially explosive
atmosphere, and comply with all signs and instructions. Areas that
may have potentially explosive atmospheres include the areas where
you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine.
Triggering of sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or a fire,
resulting in bodily injuries or even deaths. Do not power on your
device at refueling points such as service stations. Comply with
restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots, storage,
and distribution areas, and chemical plants. In addition, adhere to
restrictions in areas where blasting operations are in progress. Before
using the device, watch out for areas that have potentially explosive
atmospheres that are often, but not always, clearly marked. Such
locations include areas below the deck on boats, chemical transfer or
storage facilities, and areas where the air contains chemicals or
particles such as grain, dust, or metal powders. Ask the
manufacturers of vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as
propane or butane) whether this device can be safely used in their
vicinity.
Traffic Security
Observe local laws and regulations while using the device. In
addition, if using the device while driving a vehicle, comply with the
following guidelines:
Concentrate on driving. Your first responsibility is to drive safely.
Do not talk on the device while driving. Use hands-free
accessories.

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When you have to make or answer a call, park the vehicle at the
road side before using your device.
RF signals may affect electronic systems of motor vehicles. For
more information, consult the vehicle manufacturer.
In a motor vehicle, do not place the device over the air bag or in
the air bag deployment area. Otherwise, the device may hurt you
owing to the strong force when the air bag inflates.
Do not use your device while flying in an aircraft. Power off your
device before boarding an aircraft. Using wireless devices in an
aircraft may cause danger to the operation of the aircraft and
disrupt the wireless telephone network. It may also be considered
illegal.
Operating Environment
Do not use or charge the device in dusty, damp, and dirty places
or places with magnetic fields. Otherwise, it may result in a
malfunction of the circuit.
The device complies with the RF specifications when the device is
used near your ear or at a distance of 1.5 cm from your body.
Ensure that the device accessories such as a device case and a
device holster are not composed of metal components. Keep
your device 1.5 cm away from your body to meet the
requirement earlier mentioned.
On a stormy day with thunder, do not use your device when it is
being charged, to prevent any danger caused by lightning.
When you are on a call, do not touch the antenna. Touching the
antenna affects the call quality and results in increase in power
consumption. As a result, the talk time and the standby time are
reduced.
While using the device, observe the local laws and regulations,
and respect others' privacy and legal rights.

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Keep the ambient temperature between 0°C and 40°C while the
device is being charged. Keep the ambient temperature between
0°C to 40°C for using the device powered by a battery.
Prevention of Hearing Damage
Using a headset at high volume can damage your hearing. To reduce
the risk of damage to hearing, lower the headset volume to a safe
and comfortable level.
Safety of Children
Comply with all precautions with regard to children's safety. Letting
the child play with your device or its accessories, which may include
parts that can be detached from the device, may be dangerous, as it
may present a choking hazard. Ensure that small children are kept
away from the device and accessories.
Accessories
Use the accessories delivered only by the manufacturer. Using
accessories of other manufacturers or vendors with this device
model may invalidate any approval or warranty applicable to the
device, result in the non-operation of the device, and cause danger.
Battery and Charger
Unplug the charger from the electrical plug and the device when
not in use.
The battery can be charged and discharged hundreds of times
before it eventually wears out. When the standby time and the
talk time are shorter than the normal time, replace the battery.
Use the AC power supply defined in the specifications of the
charger. An improper power voltage may cause a fire or a
malfunction of the charger.
Do not connect two poles of the battery with conductors, such as
metal materials, keys, or jewelries. Otherwise, the battery may be
short-circuited and may cause injuries and burns on your body.

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Do not disassemble the battery or solder the battery poles.
Otherwise, it may lead to electrolyte leakage, overheating, fire, or
explosion.
If battery electrolyte leaks out, ensure that the electrolyte does
not touch your skin and eyes. When the electrolyte touches your
skin or splashes into your eyes, wash your eyes with clean water
immediately and consult a doctor.
If there is a case of battery deformation, color change, or
abnormal heating while you charge or store the battery, remove
the battery immediately and stop using it. Otherwise, it may lead
to battery leakage, overheating, explosion, or fire.
If the power cable is damaged (for example, the cord is exposed
or broken), or the plug loosens, stop using the cable at once.
Otherwise, it may lead to an electric shock, a short circuit of the
charger, or a fire.
Do not dispose of batteries in fire as they may explode. Batteries
may also explode if damaged.
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Recycle or
dispose of used batteries according to the local regulations or
reference instruction supplied with your device.
Cleaning and Maintenance
The device, battery, and charger are not water-resistant. Keep
them dry. Protect the device, battery, and charger from water or
vapor. Do not touch the device or the charger with a wet hand.
Otherwise, it may lead to a short circuit, a malfunction of the
device, and an electric shock to the user.
Do not place your device, battery, and charger in places where
they can get damaged because of collision. Otherwise, it may
lead to battery leakage, device malfunction, overheating, fire, or
explosion.

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Do not place magnetic storage media such as magnetic cards and
floppy disks near the device. Radiation from the device may erase
the information stored on them.
Do not leave your device, battery, and charger in a place with an
extreme high or low temperature. Otherwise, they may not
function properly and may lead to a fire or an explosion. When
the temperature is lower than 0°C, performance of the battery is
affected.
Do not place sharp metal objects such as pins near the earpiece.
The earpiece may attract these objects and hurt you when you
are using the device.
Before you clean or maintain the device, power off the device
and disconnect it from the charger.
Do not use any chemical detergent, powder, or other chemical
agents (such as alcohol and benzene) to clean the device and the
charger. Otherwise, parts of the device may be damaged or a fire
can be caused. You can clean the device and the charger with a
piece of damp and soft antistatic cloth.
Do not dismantle the device or accessories. Otherwise, the
warranty on the device and accessories is invalid and the
manufacturer is not liable to pay for the damage.
Emergency Call
You can use your device for emergency calls in the service area. The
connection, however, cannot be guaranteed in all conditions. You
should not rely solely on the device for essential communications.
Certification Information (SAR)
This device meets guidelines for exposure to radio waves.
Your device is a low-power radio transmitter and receiver. As
recommended by international guidelines, the device is designed not
to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves. These guidelines
were developed by the independent scientific organization

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International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection
(ICNIRP) and include safety measures designed to ensure safety for
all users, regardless of age and health.
The Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) is the unit of measurement for
the amount of radio frequency energy absorbed by the body when
using a device. The SAR value is determined at the highest certified
power level in laboratory conditions, but the actual SAR level of the
device when being operated can be well below the value. This is
because the device is designed to use the minimum power required
to reach the network.
The SAR limit adopted by USA and Canada is 1.6 watts/kilogram
(W/kg) averaged over one gram of tissue.
Device
Type
The highest SAR value when
tested at the ear is…(W/kg)
The highest SAR value when
properly worn on the body
is…(W/kg)
G1103 1.064 0.764
G2103 1.27 0.866
FCC Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Warning: Changes or modifications made to this device not expressly
approved by Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. may void the FCC
authorization to operate this device.
Version: 02 NO.: 6010557