Motorola StarTAC 3000 User manual

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Welcome
Thank you for choosing Motorola—a global leader in
communications technology.
All Motorola cellular phones are designed and manufactured
to meet Motorola’s exacting specifications and world-class
quality standards. During development, our laboratory testing
team took the durable StarTAC
™
phone through its paces.
They cooked it, steamed it, shook it, shocked it, dusted it, and
dropped it—and the phone still worked! We’re confident that
the StarTAC phone you purchased will meet your own exacting
standards.
Enjoy your new StarTAC wearable phone!
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Guide Overview
Okay, you’ve got a brand new phone
with a bunch of nifty features.
Now what?
Afraid you’ll press the wrong key?
Or forget a feature or two?
Don’t sweat it!
We’ve designed this User’s Guide to take you step-by-step
through each feature of your new StarTAC
™
3000 phone.
We’ll show you what key to press and what happens when
you press it. Follow along, chapter-by-chapter, and you’ll find
it’s as easy as 1-2-3.
Here’s just a sampling of what you’ll learn in each chapter:
Introduction (begins on page 6)
Let us introduce you to this miracle of miniaturization. In
the “Introduction ” we’ll show you some exciting things
about your new StarTAC 3000 wearable cellular phone.
Getting Started (begins on page 16)
First things first. We’ll explain what came with your phone and
show you how to install and charge your battery so that you
can get started with “The Basics” in the next section.
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The Basics (begins on page 26)
What do all those buttons and lights mean? How do I make my
first phone call? We’ll teach you “The Basics” in this section
and get you up and running with your new StarTAC
™
phone.
Using Memory (begins on page 40)
Spend a little time with “Using Memory” and we’ll show you
how to make the most of your phone’s built-in Phone Book.
Plus learn how to dial numbers with the touch of a button.
The Works (begins on page 50)
When you’re ready to get into the more advanced features
your StarTAC 3000 phone has to offer, just turn to “The
Works.” Learn about everything from navigating the Feature
Menu to viewing your Caller IDs
*
.
So relax! Let us show you what your
StarTAC 3000 phone can do!
* Contact your Service Provider for availability.
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Contents
Introduction
What’s New . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Getting Started
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Installing and Charging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Installing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Charging the Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Battery Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
The Basics
Phone Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Using the Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Reading the Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Placing and Ending Calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Receiving Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Redialing Numbers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Tone Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
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Contents
Using Memory
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Advanced Storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Recalling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
The Works
Introducing the Feature Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Using Call Timers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Learn how to keep track of your air-time
Lock/Security Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Learn how to restrict access to your phone
Phone Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Learn how to fine tune your phone’s operation
Using Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
Reference Information
Accessory Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94
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What’s New?
What would you say to a telephone that’s smaller than your
wallet? Hard to believe… if you hadn’t already seen it with
your own eyes. The company that brought you the world’s
first commercially available portable cellular telephone has
done it again!
Motorola is proud to present the second generation of wearable
phones. Breakthrough technologies bring you a phone so
innovative it challenges the status quo. Just look what’s in
store:
Miniaturized Batteries
StarTAC
™
brand phone batteries are more portable than ever…
Get the same talk-time with less weight than previous
Motorola cellular phone batteries.
Easily carry a spare battery—or two!
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Incredible Portability
Your StarTAC
™
phone is so small and light, you’ll always
want it with you.
Keep it in your purse or put it in your pocket!
Or slip it in its holster!
Messaging
Did you know that your StarTAC phone supports Caller ID
*
?
If you subscribe to Caller ID service, you’ll see who’s calling
before you answer. See page 34.
And if you miss a call while your phone is ON, just check your
handy Message Center to see who has called. See page 85.
* Contact your Service Provider for availability.
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Highlights
As one of the most sophisticated cellular phones around,
your StarTAC
™
phone offers exceptional features that make
life easier, more organized, and more fun! This miracle of
modern technology can help you…
• make calls in a flash with the Turbo Dial
™
keys.
• remember phone numbers with the internal Phone Book.
• monitor your calls with displayed and audible call timers.
• read information with ease on the 10 character color
display.
• know when to charge with the dedicated Battery
Level Indicator.
• charge on the go with your AC Wall Charger.
• simplify automated calling systems like voice mail
*
with
Pause Dialing.
• reduce roaming with two-system registration.
As you explore your StarTAC 3000 phone, you will discover
many more convenient and time-saving features that help
you stay in touch with style.
* Contact your Service Provider for availability.
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Safety Information
Important: Read this information before using your
wireless handheld phone.
Exposure to Radio Frequency
Signals
Your wireless handheld portable telephone is a low power
radio transmitter and receiver. When it is on, it receives and
also sends out radio frequency (RF) signals.
In August 1996, The Federal Communications Commissions
(FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for
handheld wireless phones. Those guidelines are consistent
with safety standards previously set by both U.S. and
international standards bodies:
• American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
C95.1 1992
• National Council on Radiation Protection and
Measurement (NCRP) Report 86 1986
• International Commission on Non-Ionizing
Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) 1996
Those standards were based on comprehensive and periodic
evaluations of the relevant scientific literature. For example,
over 120 scientists, engineers, and physicians from
universities, government health agencies, and industry
reviewed the available body of research to develop the ANSI
Standard (C95.1).
The design of your phone complies with the FCC guidelines
(and those standards).
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Important: To maintain compliance with the FCC’s RF
exposure guidelines, if you wear a handset on your body use
only the Motorola supplied carrying case, holster or other
body-worn accessory for this product and ensure that the
antenna is at least 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) from your body
when transmitting.
Antenna Care
Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna.
Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments
could damage the phone and may violate local agency
regulations.
Phone Operation
Normal Operation: Hold the phone as you would any
other telephone, with the antenna pointed up and over your
shoulder.
Tips on Efficient Operation: Observe the following
guidelines to operate your phone most efficiently.
• Extend your antenna fully.
• Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily when the
phone is in use. Contact with the antenna affects
call quality and may cause the phone to operate at a
higher power level than otherwise needed.
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Batteries
Caution: All batteries can cause property damage, injury,
or burns if a conductive material, such as jewelry, keys or
beaded chains, touches exposed terminals. The material may
complete an electrical circuit and become quite hot. To pro-
tect against such unwanted current drain, exercise care in
handling any charged battery, particularly when placing it
inside your pocket, purse, or other container with metal
objects. When the battery is detached from the phone, your
batteries are packed with a protective battery cover; please use
this cover for storing your batteries when not in use.
Driving
Check the laws and regulations on the use of wireless
telephones in the areas where you drive. Always obey them.
Observe the following guidelines when using your phone
while driving.
• Give full attention to driving—driving safely is your
first responsibility.
• Use hands-free phone operation, if available.
• Pull off the road and park before making or
answering a call if driving conditions so require.
Electronic Devices
Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF
signals. However, certain equipment may not be shielded
against the RF signals from your wireless phone.
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Pacemakers
The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends
that a minimum separation of six inches (6") be maintained
between a handheld wireless phone and a pacemaker to
avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. These
recommendations are consistent with the independent
research by and recommendations of Wireless Technology
Research.
Persons with pacemakers:
• should ALWAYS keep the phone more than six inches
from their pacemaker when the phone is turned on
• should not carry the phone in a breast pocket
• should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to
minimize the potential for interference
• should turn the phone off immediately if you have any
reason to suspect that interference is taking place
Hearing Aids
Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing
aids. In the event of such interference, you may want to consult
your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives.
Other Medical Devices
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.
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Turn your 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.
Vehicles
RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately
shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles. Check with the
manufacturer or its representative regarding your vehicle.
You should also consult the manufacturer of any equipment
that has been added to your vehicle.
Posted Facilities
Turn your phone off in any facility where posted notices so
require.
Aircraft
Airline regulations prohibit using your phone while in the air.
Switch off your phone before boarding an aircraft.
Blasting Areas
To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your
phone off when in a “blasting area” or in areas posted:
“Turn off two-way radio.” Obey all signs and instructions.
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Turn your phone off when in any area with a potentially
explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions.
Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire
resulting in bodily injury or even death.
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Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but
not always, clearly marked. They include fueling areas such
as gas stations; below deck on boats; fuel or chemical
transfer or storage facilities; vehicles using liquefied
petroleum gas (such as propane or butane); areas where the
air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or
metal powders; and any other area where you normally
would be advised to turn off your vehicle engine.
For Vehicles Equipped with an Air Bag
An air bag inflates with great force. Do NOT place objects,
including both installed or portable wireless equipment, in
the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area. If
in-vehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed and the
air bag inflates, serious injury could result.
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Getting Started
Package Contents
Your phone comes equipped with a standard battery, an AC
Wall Charger, and a holster — everything you need to get up
and running.
on
Holster
Just slip the phone
in and clip it on!
Your StarTAC™3000
Wearable Cellular Telephone
Standard Battery
with Cover
AC Wall Charger
Works with your
phone’s built-in
charging system
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Getting Started
Installing and Charging
Follow the step-by-step instructions in this chapter to install
and charge your battery so that you can get started with “The
Basics” in the next section. In just a few simple steps, you’ll
be ready to use your phone.
Turn the page when you’re ready to begin.
Once your battery is installed and
charged, you’re ready to go. Just
slip your phone into its holster
with the Power/Status Indicator
facing out and clip the holster
onto a belt, purse or briefcase.
Accessory Options
A whole new line of accessory options, now smaller and
lighter than ever, can customize your cellular package for
maximum performance and portability. See page 90.
P
ower
/S
tatus
Indicator
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Installing the Battery
To get started, just slip the battery out of its cover, insert the
battery and charge the battery.
Battery
Covers
Your phone’s battery is shipped uncharged and encased in a
protective cover. This handy cover keeps conductive material
from touching the battery terminals and reduces the risk of
injury or damage from a short circuit (see page 10). It’s a good
idea to keep your batteries covered when they’re not being used.
Removing the Battery Cover
1. Pull the release latch
back toward the
battery.
2. Lift the battery out.
Attaching the Battery Cover
The battery fits into its cover like a ski boot fits into a ski.
1. Place the battery’s “toe” into
the compartment as shown.
2. Press its “heel” down until
you hear it snap into place.
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Getting Started
Installing the Battery
The battery fits into your phone like a ski boot fits into a ski.
Battery
Installation
To install the battery:
1. Place the battery’s “toe” into the compartment as shown.
2. Press its “heel” down until you hear it snap into place.
Battery
Removal
To remove the battery:
1. Turn your phone OFF.
2. Pull the release latch back toward the battery and lift the
battery out.
1.
2.
Release Latch
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Charging the Battery
Using Your
AC Wall
Charger
Using the AC Wall Charger, you can plug your phone directly
into a power supply and charge the attached battery—
whether the phone is ON or OFF. It is recommended, however,
that the phone be turned OFF for optimal charging perfor-
mance. When the AC Charger is in use and the phone is ON,
you can still place and receive calls as long as the battery is
not completely drained.
1. Plug the AC Wall Charger into the accessory connector on
the bottom of your phone as shown, with the release tab
facing up.
2. Plug the charger into an electrical outlet.
What you will see when charging:
• The battery icon will flash regardless of whether your
phone is turned ON or OFF.
• The battery icon will cease flashing and become solid
when the battery is fully charged.
on
PUSH
Release Tab
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