NEC A232 User manual

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Manual Part Number: 621-0372
Version 3**
**This may include features not available in all NEC a232 phones, or may not include features available in updated or later version NEC a232 phones. Contact NEC Service Support with any questions.
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WARNING! The power cords of this product contain lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
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1Some operations and features are network and subscription dependent and are not available in all areas. Check with your wireless service provider for availability, description, and cost of features.
2Some of the mobile Internet services have been pre-configured by the service provider.
3The availability of particular products and language may vary by region.
4XCPC (synchronization software) capability requires purchase of an additional NEC Authorized Accessory USB cable.
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NEC a232 1
SAFETY AND PERFORMANCE 10
GETTING STARTED 17
BASIC CALLS AND PHONE USE 22
PERSONALIZING SETTINGS 32
TEXT ENTRY 71
MESSAGING AND VOICE MAIL 74
WEB BROWSER 83
PHONEBOOK 91
AUDIO AND VISUAL 114
CAMERA FUNCTIONS 121
CALL RECORDS 126
TOOLS 130
ACCESSORIES 153
FDA INFORMATION 156
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Contents
NEC a232 1
Wireless System Structure .........................1
User Guide Conventions...........................1
Phone Controls ...............................2
Display Information .............................3
Main LCD Display Area..........................3
Second LCD Display Area ........................3
Status Bar Icons .............................3
Softkey Area ...............................3
Main Menu ..................................4
Sub-Menus, Check Boxes/Radio Buttons, and Options Menu ......5
Menu Shortcut Selection .........................5
Keypad Shortcuts ..............................5
Main Phone Features ............................6
Idle Mode Display of Main LCD .......................7
Main LCD Screen Icons ...........................8
Dial Screen Icons .............................8
Pop-up Screen Icons ...........................8
Alert Pop up Icons ............................8
Idle Mode Display of Second LCD .....................9
Other Second LCD Notifications .......................9
Safety and Performance 10
User Caution ................................10
Emergency Services ............................10
General Care ................................10
General Care ..............................10
Safety....................................11
General Safety .............................11
Road Safety ...............................11
Aircraft Safety ................................11
Radio Frequency (RF) Signals .....................12
Electromagnetic Interference ......................13
Blasting Areas and Explosive Atmospheres...............14
Vehicles Equipped with an Air Bag ...................14
Battery Care and Disposal .........................14
Performance ................................15
Third Party Equipment .........................15
Service .................................15
Efficient Use ...............................15
Battery..................................15
Antenna .................................15
Licenses .................................16
Getting Started 17
Service Activation .............................17
Voice Mail and Messaging .........................17
PIN and Security Codes ..........................17
SIM Card ..................................18
Inserting a SIM Card ..........................18
Removing a SIM Card..........................19
Preparing the Battery ............................19
Charging the Battery ..........................19
Checking the Battery ..........................19
Low Battery Indication ..........................20
Changing the Battery ..........................20
Powering-On the Phone ..........................21
Turning the Phone On..........................21
Turning the Phone Off..........................21
Language Display .............................21
Frequency Bands..............................21
Basic Calls and Phone Use 22
Dialing Calls ................................22
Using Voice Dialing ...........................22
Using Digit Dialing ...........................22
Correcting Mistakes ...........................23
Ending Calls ................................23
Receiving Calls ...............................23
Accepting a Call .............................24
Rejecting a Call .............................24
Receiving a Call While in an Application ..................24
Using Features/Application During a Call .................24
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Unsuccessful Calls/Auto Redial ......................24
Call Features ................................25
Caller ID .................................25
Sending Your Own Number .......................25
Returning an Unanswered Phone Call .................25
Last Number Redial ...........................25
Plus (+) Dialing .............................25
Emergency Calls ............................26
Entering a Pause (for DTMF Dialing) ..................26
Speed Dialing ..............................26
Dialing a Number in Message Text ...................27
Volume Controls.............................27
Voice Mail ................................27
Forwarding Calls ..............................27
Call Timer..................................28
Using Call Features During a Call .....................28
Placing a Call On Hold .........................28
Call Waiting ...............................28
Mute A Call ...............................28
DTMF Tones ..............................29
New Call.................................29
Conference Calls ............................29
Private Conversation ..........................30
Disconnecting a Party ..........................30
Personalizing Settings 32
Phone Settings ...............................32
Voice Volume................................32
Phone Modes................................33
Mode Selection .............................33
Default Mode Settings..........................33
Default Mode Settings Table ......................34
Changing Mode Settings ........................34
Ring Tune ................................35
Ring Tune Volume ...........................35
Message Tune .............................35
Message Tune Volume .........................36
Key Tone ................................36
Service Tone ..............................36
Vibrate..................................36
Backlight.................................36
Auto Answer...............................37
Answer Options...............................37
Activate Open Fold Answer Option ...................37
Activate Any Key Answer Option ....................37
Activate Send Key Answer Option ...................37
Ring Silencer ................................37
Activate Ring Silencer Option ......................37
Deactivate Ring Silencer Option ....................38
Volume Key.................................38
ALS .....................................38
Own Number ................................38
Language ..................................38
Voice Dialing ................................39
Voice Settings ..............................39
Voice Tag List ..............................40
Memory Status .............................40
Delete All Tags .............................40
Personalization .............................40
Screen Settings...............................41
Main LCD ..................................41
Wallpaper ................................41
Color Theme ..............................41
Display Call Timer ............................42
Auto-hyphenation ............................42
Second LCD ................................42
Display .................................42
Contrast .................................42
Backlight.................................43
Number Display .............................43
Event Display ..............................43
Backlight Color .............................43
Call Settings ................................44
Call Forwarding...............................44
Adding and Editing Profiles .......................44
Deleting a Profile ............................45
Setting Call Forwarding On .......................46
Setting Call Forwarding Off .......................46
Manual Call Forwarding .........................46
Check Call Forwarding Status......................47
Call Waiting.................................47
Setting Call Waiting On/Off .......................47
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Checking Status of Call Waiting.....................47
Send Own Number .............................47
Auto Redial .................................47
Security Settings ..............................48
Changing PINS ...............................48
Changing PIN Code ...........................48
Changing PIN 2 Code ..........................48
Changing Security Code ........................48
Forgot Your Security Code .......................48
Locks ....................................49
Phone Lock ON .............................49
Phone Lock OFF ............................49
Fixed Dialing ................................50
Network Settings ..............................50
Network Search Type ...........................50
New Network Search ............................50
SIM List ...................................51
Adding Network to Empty SIM List ...................51
Editing the SIM List ...........................51
Moving a Network ............................51
Adding a Network ............................52
Removing a Network ..........................52
Band Priority ................................52
Clock Settings ...............................53
Show Clock .................................53
Setting Time ................................53
Setting the Time .............................53
Network Time ..............................53
Local Time................................53
Remote Time ..............................55
Setting the Date ..............................55
Setting the Alarm ..............................55
Setting the Alarm Off ..........................56
Formatting the Date and Time .......................56
Setting Time Zone .............................56
Other Settings ...............................56
Synchronization Settings ..........................57
Remote Server .............................57
Local Server ...............................58
TTY Settings ................................58
Internet Settings ..............................58
Factory Settings Connection ......................58
Time Out ................................58
Internet Certificates ...........................59
Message Settings .............................60
Sending a Message ...........................60
Receiving a Message ..........................60
Applying Message Look & Feel .....................61
Personalization ..............................61
Sounds .................................62
Emoticons ................................62
Font Size .................................62
Slide Duration ..............................62
Advanced Message Settings ........................63
SMS Settings ..............................63
MMS Settings ..............................63
Email Settings ..............................64
Account .................................64
Polling Interval..............................65
Download Count.............................65
Maximum Message Size ........................65
Delete Preference ............................66
Default Message Type .........................66
Web browser Settings ...........................67
Link Referral...............................67
Cookies .................................67
Downloads ...............................67
Security .................................67
Advanced Web Browser Settings ....................68
Scroll Step................................68
Font Size ................................68
Text Wrap ................................68
Voice Mail Number Setting .........................69
Show Versions ...............................69
Reset Settings ...............................70
Reset Factory Settings .........................70
Erase Data ...............................70
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Text Entry 71
Normal Text (ABC) .............................71
Numbers ..................................71
Word Mode .................................72
Symbol Mode ................................72
Emoticons .................................72
New Message Options Menu........................73
Messaging 74
Accessing Messages ............................74
Message Center Overview .........................74
Message Folders ..............................75
Checking Email Messages .........................76
Receiving and Reading Messages .....................76
Phone Number, Email, or URL in Message Text ..............77
Making a Call to a Phone Number ...................77
Creating a Message ...........................77
Access URL in Message Text ......................77
Message Options Menu ..........................78
Message View Options Menu .......................79
Creating and Sending Messages......................79
SMS ...................................79
MMS ...................................79
Email ..................................80
Attachments ................................81
Adding an Attachment..........................81
Deleting Attachments ..........................81
Saving Attachments ...........................81
Editing Messages..............................82
Message Memory Maintenance ......................82
Save Message as Draft...........................82
Web Browser 83
Accessing the Internet ...........................83
Connect to Bookmark ..........................83
Connect to Specific URL ........................83
Connect to History URL .........................84
Connect to URL in a Message .....................84
Web Browser Options Menu ........................84
What Can I Download? ...........................85
Downloading Sounds ..........................85
Downloading Pictures ..........................86
NEC Site ..................................87
Bookmarks .................................87
Adding a Bookmark ...........................87
Go to Bookmark .............................87
Bookmark List Options Menu ......................88
Adding Bookmarks ...........................88
Deleting Bookmarks ...........................88
Advanced Options .............................89
Phonebook 91
Phonebook Types .............................91
Number Entry Screens ...........................92
Blank Entry Screen ...........................92
Number Pre-loaded Entry Screen ....................92
Storing Numbers and Names in Phonebook ................93
Adding a New Name/Number ......................93
Choose Location ............................94
Location Number in Use.........................94
Full Phonebook .............................94
Phone Number Type ............................95
Editing or Personalizing Numbers .....................95
Phonebook Entry Edit ..........................95
Phonebook Field Icons .........................95
Adding/Editing Information .......................96
Allocate a Voice Tag ..........................97
Allocate Backlight Color .........................98
Allocate a Phonebook Picture ......................98
Allocate a Ring Tune ..........................99
Saving the Changes...........................99
SIM Edit ..................................99
Accessing the Edit Function........................100
From Phonebook Options Menu ....................100
From Entry Detail Screen .......................100
From Entry Detail Options Menu....................100
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Phonebook Options Menu ........................101
Entry Details Option Menu ........................101
Copying Entries Between Phonebooks ..................102
Memory Availability ..........................103
Copying/Moving a Phonebook Entry ...................103
Within Same Phonebook........................104
To Another Phonebook ........................104
Overwrite Location ...........................104
Delete a Single Entry ...........................105
From Phonebook............................105
From Entry Details ...........................105
From Group Entries List ........................105
Delete All Phone Entries .........................106
Groups ..................................106
Displaying All Groups and Group Entries ...............106
Naming a Group ............................106
Adding/Moving to a Group .......................107
Remove Entry from Group .......................108
Sorting and Recall Stored Numbers ...................109
Alphanumeric .............................109
Location ................................109
Go To Location.............................110
Voice Tag ...............................110
Calling Stored Numbers ........................110
Sending Email from Phone List ....................111
Calling Number from Entry Details...................111
Sending Email or MMS from Entry Details...............111
Sending Message from Entry Details .................111
Phonebook Availability Summary .....................112
Voice Tags ................................112
Displaying Voice Tag List .......................112
Playing a Voice Tag ..........................112
Deleting Voice Tags ..........................113
Keypad Shortcut to Voice Tag .....................113
Audio and Visual 114
Pictures ..................................114
Selecting and Displaying an Image ..................114
Renaming an Image ..........................115
Pictures Options Menu ..........................115
Web Browser Downloads .........................116
Music ...................................116
Display the Music List Screen .....................116
Selecting and Playing Music ......................116
Renaming a Music Tune ........................117
Using Music Options Menu ........................117
Delete Current .............................117
Delete All................................117
Details .................................117
Set as Ring Tune ...........................118
Set as Message Tune .........................118
Other ...................................118
Voice Memo ................................119
Accessing Voice Memo ........................119
Adding a Memo ............................119
Playing Memos.............................120
Labeling a Memo............................120
Deleting Memos ............................120
Camera Function 121
Camera View Finder Screen .......................121
Activating and Terminating .......................121
Activating Camera from Idle Screen ..................121
Taking a Picture ............................122
Saving a Picture ............................122
Sending a Picture ...........................122
Retake .................................122
Zoom ..................................122
Controlling Brightness .........................123
Discarding Pictures ..........................123
Terminating Camera Function .....................123
Camera Options Menu ..........................123
Image Quality .............................123
Photo Effect ..............................124
Self Timer ...............................124
Zoom Setting..............................124
Brightness Setting ...........................124
Pictures ................................124
Mobile Light ..............................125
Pictures ..................................125
Pictures Option Menu .........................125
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Call Records 126
Last Call ..................................126
Call Logs .................................126
Calling from a Call Record .......................127
Calling From Call Record Details ...................127
Adding Call Record to Phonebook ...................127
Deleting Call Records .........................128
Viewing Call Record Details ......................128
Total Calls .................................129
Tools 130
Calculator .................................131
Scheduler .................................132
Viewing Calendars and Daily Events .................132
Accessing Add New and Edit Screens.................133
Adding/Editing an Event ........................134
Copying an Event ...........................135
Deleting Events ............................136
Go To Date...............................137
Go To URL ...............................137
Viewing Events.............................137
Viewing Summary ...........................138
Scheduler Alert.............................138
ToDo List .................................139
Viewing ToDo Tasks and Task Details ................139
Accessing ToDo Add New and Edit Screens .............140
Adding/Editing a Task .........................141
Deleting Tasks .............................142
Filtering ................................143
Sorting .................................144
Viewing ToDo Summary ........................144
Changing Task Detail Status......................144
Notepad ..................................145
Viewing Notes .............................145
Adding and Editing Notes .......................145
Deleting Notes .............................146
Sending as Email ...........................147
Sending as SMS ............................147
Currency Converter ............................148
Setting the Currency Converter Fields .................148
Resetting Currency Converter Fields .................148
Synchronization ..............................149
Setup for Synchronization ......................149
Synchronizing .............................149
Synchronization Process........................150
Full Synchronization ..........................150
Conflicts from Last Synchronization ..................150
Synchronization Errors.........................150
a232 Accessories 153
Authorized Accessories ..........................153
Battery .................................154
AC Adapter and Charger Unit .....................154
Hands-free Headset ..........................154
Vehicle Power Adapter.........................155
USB Connector Cable .........................155
U.S. FDA’s Consumer Update 156
Index 160
CTIA 162
Cellular Telecommunications and Internet Association Driver Safety Tips 162
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NEC a232
Welcome to the NEC a232 wireless phone.
Wireless System Structure
Every time you use your wireless phone, different organizations are involved:
All a232 features described in this user guide are supported by your phone. However, for all these features to work, you must have a SIM card (computer chip required for
your phone to operate; included in the box supplied by your Service Provider) that also supports these features. Even if you have a fully featured SIM card, any feature will
not work if it is not supported by the Network transmitting your call. This last point is especially important when you are roaming among networks. (See Flag.)
User Guide Conventions
The user guide legends direct your attention to specific information. These are identified in the right column.
The instructions for all tasks and phone functions start at the Idle screen unless instructed otherwise.
When one or more of the (Left), (Right), (Up), and (Down) symbols are shown in the user guide, press the corresponding part of the 4 way navigation
key to move the cursor, scroll, cycle, or highlight.
The instruction “press” is pressing a key or button for one second or less.
The instruction “press and HOLD”is pressing and holding a key for two to three seconds.
The instruction “scroll” and “scroll to” is pressing the (Down) navigation key to show more selections one at a time on a menu or screen. (See Flag.)
The instruction “highlight” is pressing the appropriate navigation keys to move the highlight bar over a desired option or item.
The instruction “highlight and select” is pressing the appropriate navigation keys to move the highlight bar over a desired item and pressing the (Select) button to
confirm your choice and advance to the next screen of the selected item.
OThe service provider may charge additional
fees for some services such as call forwarding,
messages, and Internet service.
User Guide Legends:
*This is a set of paragraphs containing
instructions. Follow the directions in the
sequential order provided in the user guide.
LThis type of paragraph contains details of
where to find related information to the topic
being explained.
OThis type of paragraph contains information
worth noting and is provided in the right
column.
IThis type of paragraph contains important
information.
OPress and HOLD the (Up) or
(Down) navigation key to scroll a page at a
time, instead of one item at a time.
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Phone Controls
At the Idle screen, press Softkey 1 to access Messages; press Softkey 2 to access the Internet browsing capability.
Softkey 1 and Softkey 2 functions change according to the phone’s current use. Softkey 1 function displays on the bottom, left corner of the graphic display screen. Softkey 2
function displays on the bottom, right corner of the graphic display screen. Softkey 1 is located on the upper left of the round shape with the navigation keys on the keypad.
Softkey 2 is located on the upper right of the round shape with the navigation keys on the keypad.
When an Options menu is available for the displayed screen, the Options Menu icon (an “M”) displays between the two softkey buttons on the bottom of the graphic display
screen. The Options menu key (same as the Menu key) is located on the bottom left of the round shape with the navigation keys.
The Phonebook key is located on the bottom right of the round shape with the navigation keys and is used to display a phonebook.
The Select key is located in the center of the round shape with the navigation keys. The Select key is used to select highlighted items, select tools, save selections, and save
changes.
The navigation key symbols are: (Left), (Right), (Up), and (Down). The navigation keys are located on the outer edge of the round shape. Press the
corresponding part of the 4 way navigation key to move the cursor, scroll, cycle, or highlight. Navigation keys are also used as keypad shortcuts to access a specific menu
or list. Refer to page 5for more keypad shortcuts information.
The Send key is used to dial and send calls. The Send key is
located above the digit 1 key.
The Clear key is used to remove a character or letter in the text
entry screen and clear the present screen to return (go back)
to the previous screen. The Clear key is located above the digit
2 ABC key.
The End/On-Off key is used to turn the wireless phone On, turn
it Off, terminate a phone call, and end current screen activity
or application to return to the Idle screen. End/On-Off key is
located on the right side of the keypad, above the digit 3 DEF
key.
The user guide icons for specific keys and actions are identified
in the table in the right column.
Keypad Icons
Key Name Icon
Softkey 1 Softkey 1
Softkey 2 Softkey 2
Menu MENU
Send
Phonebook
End/On-Off
Select/Save
Left, Right
Up, Down
Clear/Back CLR
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Display Information
Main LCD Display Area
The Main LCD is a 1.8 inch screen in 65,536 colors located on the phone’s inside flip cover. The area contains the greeting graphic upon power-up, status icon graphics, and
information when searching for networks and making calls.
The Idle screen shows the current network, vibrate status, mode status, current time and date, battery charge status, signal strength, and what you have keyed in on the
phone’s keypad. See the Main LCD display in the right column. (See Flag.)
Press MENU (Main) to display the phone’s Main Menu with animated icons and text in the display area.
Second LCD Display Area
The Second LCD is a ¾ inch x ¼ inch display area in monochrome with a backlight located on the back of the phone’s flip cover. The Second LCD display gives you
information even if the phone is folded and closed. The following describes the functions and information provided by the Second LCD (See Flag.):
lIdle screen: Displays the status bar icons, time, and date.
lCall information: Indicates missed calls and an incoming call.
lEvent indications: Indicates events occurrence such as “active,” “on hold,” “incoming call,” “incoming message,”
and “ring color.”
lBattery information: Displays the battery level and charging icons. Indicates the low battery alert and charger connected.
lAlarms: Displays the schedule event text and alarm when the alarm is activated.
A backlight selection of 12 different colors is part of the Second LCD display. The backlight glows a continuous red when the phone is being charged; a continuous red for 3
seconds for low battery alert, a continuous orange for 10 seconds when receiving a voice mail, and a continuous green for the scheduler alarm until the end of the alarm.
The backlight colors (midnight, skyblue, cyan, turquoise, green, light green, yellow, orange, red, purple, magenta, and pearl) may also be utilized as color identification to
assign colors to different callers (refer to Phone Book contents on page 91).
A color may be assigned to functions: the standard backlight, incoming call, incoming message, and while talking.
Status Bar Icons
The status bar is located at the top of the Main LCD display. This area contains status icons that indicate the battery strength, messages, call forwarding, voice mail,
Internet connection status, and network signal strength.
Softkey Area
The softkey area is located at the bottom of the Main LCD display. Depending upon the current screen, the area displays applicable text information (e.g., letters available
for a key press during text entry) or context sensitive descriptions of the softkey indicator functions. Softkey 1 and Softkey 2 functions change according to the phone’s
current use.
OThe Idle screen automatically appears after the
phone is powered On, but not in use.
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Main Menu
The menu structure begins with the Main Menu icons for top level options. To access a menu option:
*Press MENU to access the Main Menu. Press the option number 1through 8 to select the desired menu option or
highlight and select the desired menu option. (See Flags for more information.)
1. Settings
(Sub-menus)
1. Phone
2. Screen
3. Calls
4. Security
5. Network
6. Clock
7. Other
8. Reset
2. Message center
(Sub-menus)
1. New Message
2. Inbox
3. Drafts
4. Outbox
5. Sent
6. Alerts
7. Saved
8. Templates
3. Camera
(Camera Activation)
4. Web Browser
(Sub-menus)
1. Home
2. Bookmarks
3. Mark page
4. Open page
5. History
6. Details
7. Browser data
8. Advanced
9. Exit
5. Phone book (See Flag.)
Phone list
6. Audio and Visual
(Sub-menus)
1. Pictures
2. Music
3. Other
4. Voice memo
5. Camera
7. Call records
(Sub-menus)
1. Last call
2. Missed calls
3. Received calls
4. Dialed calls
5. Total calls
8. Tools
(Sub-menus)
1. Calculator
2. Scheduler
3. ToDo list
4. Notepad
5. Currency converter
6. Synchronization
OA Main Menu Icon becomes animated when it is
highlighted with a box frame.
OThe default highlighted selection for the Main
Menu is Phone book.
OWhen an option list or sub-menu is displayed,
press (Up) or (Down) navigation key
to move the highlight box over the desired
option, and press (Select) to select the
option.
OThe currently selected option setting on a
sub-menu is marked by a checkmark if the
options are not numbered. The selected option
setting number is green if the options are
numbered.
OPress CLR (Clear/Back) to return to the
previous screen.
OPress (End/On-Off) to return to the Idle
screen.
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Sub-Menus, Check Boxes/Radio Buttons, and Options Menu
A sub-menu list displays for the selected Main Menu option. The sub-menu options are shown in the table on the previous page. Press the sub-menu option number or
highlight and select the desired sub-menu option. You may also highlight the desired option and press (Right) navigation key to advance to the next sub-menu. A scroll
bar displays on the side of the display screen when more selections are below the ones shown on the display screen. (See Flag.)
A check box enables/disables an option within a set of options. Multiple check boxes can be selected at the same time. Selecting a radio button option automatically cancels
the previous selection, so only one radio button can be selected at one time. To select or cancel a check box or radio button, highlight and select the option.
An options menu provides additional options for an application function. The Options Menu icon displays between the two softkey indicators on the bottom of the Main LCD.
Within an application, press MENU to display the available options menu. (See Flag.)
Menu Shortcut Selection
An alternative ‘shortcut’ method of selection allows you to jump straight to a menu or function without highlighting an icon and scrolling through the sub-menu options.
The selections are made by pressing numbers on the keypad that relate to the displayed menu options.
Shortcut Selection Example
Use the shortcut selection method to set Any Answer Key feature On as follows:
*Press MENU (Main), 1, 1, 3, and 2. The any key answer option is set and return to the previous menu.
Keypad Shortcuts
The following single button shortcuts are available from the Idle screen (the screen that automatically appears when the phone is powered On but not in use). (See Flag.)
Press (Up) navigation key to display the Phone modes menu.
Press (Down) navigation key to access Voice memo; press and HOLD (Down) navigation key to access Voice Dialing.
Press (Left) navigation key to display the Received call log.
Press (Right) navigation key to display the Missed call log.
Press (Select) to access the camera function and display the camera view finder screen on Main LCD.
Press MENU at Idle screen to display the Main Menu or display the Options Menu for the current screen.
Press (Phonebook) key to display a phone book list.
Press Softkey 1 to display the Message center.
Press Softkey 2 to display the Web browser.
Press off-hook (Send) key once to display the Dialed call Log; press twice to dial last number called.
OPress the (Down) navigation key to scroll
and show more selections on the display.
Press and press and HOLD the (Up) or
(Down) navigation keys to scroll line by
line.
OOption Menu icon:
OPress (End/On-Off) to end current screen
activity or application and return to the Idle
screen.
5
Scroll Bar
(More selections
listed below)

Main Phone Features
The GSM EGPRS phone can be used almost anywhere in the world with tri-band operation (GSM 850/1800/1900 bands). Your phone has the following features:
l2 Softkeys
l12-Color Backlight
l20 Voice memos (20 second recording time per memo)
l10 Voice dial
l700 mAh Lithium-ion Battery
lAlternate Line Service (ALS) compatibility*
lCalculator
lCamera
lColor ID alert and vibrate mode
lCurrency converter
lDate, Time & Alarm
lDownload graphics, phonebook, pictures, and ring tunes
lEmail
lInternet Enabled
lMain LCD screen, 1.8 inch, 160 (height) by 128 (width) pixels with 65,536
color display
lMessaging (MMS/SMS) (See Flag.)
lMulti-media Messaging Service (MMS)
lShort Messaging Service (SMS)
lMulti-party call capability (conference calling)
lOne-button Internet access (Web browser)
lOrganize your life with NEC Synchronization software (synchronizes Phone
book, ToDo’s, and Scheduler/Calendar)
lContacts
lScheduler/Calendar events
lToDo tasks
lPersonalize your phone with down-loadable content
l40-layer polyphonic ring tunes
lWallpapers
lPicture caller-id
lPhone mode settings (Normal, Meeting, Pocket, and Car)
lPhone book (can store up to 500 records)
lSIM memory phonebook (store up to 250 records, depending on SIM
capacity)
lSecond LCD screen, 30 (height) by 90 (width) pixels with monochrome
display.
lT9™ Text Input
lUSB interface
lVoice mail
lVoice digit recognition
*Alternate Line Service (ALS) is having 2 phone numbers. The digit 1 displays with icons that represent ALS 1. The digit 2 displays with icons that represent ALS 2. ALS
feature is available if provided by your network service provider.
OGSM: Global System for Mobile communications.
OEGPRS: Enhanced General Packet Radio Service.
OMessaging features also include text
formatting, text size, text alignment, simple
sounds, and simple animations.
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Idle Mode Display of Main LCD
1
Battery power level
Battery is charging
2
New SMS message(s) received /
Message Inbox is almost full /
New message on server because Inbox is full
New MMS message received
WAP Push message received
3
New voice mail messages
4
Call forwarding set On
5
Locked application or device (such as PIM lock,
phone lock, etc.)
Web browser security
6
Web browser (Active, Inactive, and data transfer)
7(black) (red
Line status (encrypted–black / unencrypted–red)
8
Signal strength level
No network connected (out of the service area)
9
Alarm set On
10
Camera / Options Menu
11
TTY set On
12
Phone mode set On (Meeting mode, Pocket mode, or Car mode). No
icon shows when Normal mode is set On
13
Vibrate mode set On / Vibrate mode and silent set On
Silent set On
14 Day and date (MM/DD)
(Date as MM/DD/YYYY if remote time is not selected)
15 Remote time as set for 12 or 24 hour format
(Day if remote time is not selected)
16 Local time as set for 12 or 24 hour format
17 Network name
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Main LCD Screen Icons
Dial Screen Icons
Dialed Call Dialing Dialed Call Connected Received Call Sending Message Checking Server
Pop-up Screen Icons
Busy/Please Wait Decision Symbol Activity Successful Activity Failed
Alert Pop up Icons
Reminder of Scheduled Event Low Battery Alert Something Needs Attention
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Idle Mode Display of Second LCD
1
Battery power level / Battery is charging
2
New message(s) received
3
New voice mail messages
4
Silent set On / Vibrate mode and silent set On
5
Signal strength level / No network connected (out of the service area)
6Time
7Date
Other Second LCD Notifications
Number of missed calls Incoming Call when During a call while talking Incoming Message
When less than 10 missed calls; Number display is not set On With selected backlight color With selected backlight color
“Missed calls” only with over 10 missed calls With selected backlight color
Scheduled Alarm Text Incoming Call when Low Battery Alert Charger is connected
And Alarm Icon; Number display is set On With red backlight for 3 seconds With red backlight for 3 seconds
With green backlight With backlight color assigned in Phonebook Then backlight turns off Then backlight turns off
Incoming Call when Incoming Call when
Name of Caller is Unknown Name and Number of Caller is Unknown
9
1234
6
45
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Safety and Performance
Fully charge the phone’s battery before you use your new wireless phone (see page 19 for the first time charging instructions).
User Caution
Phone settings should be adjusted to suit the likes and preferences of the individual user. Users sensitive to loud noises or sudden alarms should take care not to use or set
the phone in any manner that may result in the user being unduly alarmed.
For example, users with heightened sensitivity to noise should adjust the wireless phone to a volume setting that is within his or her range of comfort. If you believe the
wireless phone causes you any adverse reaction, you should discontinue using the phone immediately.
Emergency Services
Ensure your wireless phone is turned On, the battery is properly charged, and the network connection signal strength level is adequate in order to attempt an emergency
call. If your battery is empty (see page 19), you can not make or receive any calls, including emergency calls.
To make an emergency call in the United States,
*Input the emergency number for your present location (i.e., 911 or other designated emergency number).
Press (Send).
Ask the operator for the service you require: Police, Ambulance, Fire, Coastguard or Mountain Rescue Services. Give accurate and necessary information. If possible, remain stationary to
maintain phone contact. Do not terminate the call until given permission to do so.
(See Flags for more emergency information.)
General Care
Prior to operating your wireless phone, please read this manual thoroughly, including the care and safety information. Observe the following guidelines:
General Care
A wireless phone contains delicate electronic circuitry, magnets, and battery systems. You should treat it with care and give particular attention to the following points.
lDo not allow the phone or its accessories to come into contact with liquid or moisture at any time.
lDo not place anything in the folded phone.
lDo not expose your phone to extreme high or low temperatures.
lDo not expose your phone to direct flame, cigars or cigarettes.
lDo not paint your phone.
lDo not drop or subject your phone to abusive treatment.
OIn the United States of America, the emergency
number is 911.
OEmergency calls (911) are possible without
service activation or SIM card. Your location is
delivered to the emergency operator along
with your caller ID as required by FCC
guidelines.
ODue to the nature of the wireless system, the
success of emergency calls cannot be
guaranteed. Never rely solely on a wireless
phone for essential communications such as
medical emergencies.
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lDo not place the phone near or against computer diskettes, credit cards, travel cards and other magnetic media. The information contained on disks or cards may be
affected by the phone.
lDo not remove the phone’s battery while the phone is turned On.
lDo not allow metal objects, such as coins or key rings, to contact or short-circuit the battery terminals.
lDo not attempt to disassemble the phone or any of its accessories. For repair, contact an NEC qualified repair center.
lUse only an anti-static cloth to clean the phone. Do NOT use a dry cloth, a saturated wet-cloth, or electrostatically charged cloth. Do not use chemical or abrasive
cleaners as these may damage the case.
lRemember to recycle: the cardboard packaging supplied with this phone is ideal for recycling.
Safety
General Safety
lThe earpiece and phone may become warm during normal use. The unit itself may become warm during charging and use.
lObserve ‘Turn off 2-way radio’ or 'wireless devices' signs, such as those near gas stations, chemicals or explosives. (See Flag.)
lSmall rubber plugs (for hands free socket protection) are attached to the phone. Keep these out of reach of small children for whom they could be a choking hazard.
lDo not allow children to play with the phone, battery charger, batteries or SIM card.
lThe operation of some medical electronic devices (such as hearing aids, cardiac pacemakers, and other implanted equipment) may be affected if a wireless phone is
used next or near to them. Observe any warning signs and manufacturer’s recommendations. (See Flag.)
lDo not place the wireless phone on or near high heat items (e.g., candles, appliances that generate heat, etc.) or high heat areas (e.g., fireplace, stoves, etc.) when
the wireless phone is in vibrate mode. The vibration could cause the phone to move into the high heat and cause a hazard.
lDo not sit or place heavy objects on top of the phone at any time to prevent damage to the LCD and camera lens.
lThe wireless phone contains metal, which may cause a rash, itching, eczema, inflammation, or other skin conditions to appear if the person has metal allergies.
lTurn Off your phone in any facility where posted notices require you to do so.
Road Safety
Check the laws and regulations concerning the use of wireless telephones and their accessories in the areas where you drive and always obey them. If you find it necessary
to use your cellular telephone behind the wheel of a car, please:
lGive full attention to driving and exercise proper control of your vehicle at all times. (See Flag.)
lPull off the road and park before making or answering a call, if driving conditions so require.
lTurn Off your wireless phone at a refueling point, such as a gas station, even if you are not refueling your own car.
lDo not store or carry flammable or explosive materials in the same compartment as a wireless phone.
Aircraft Safety
The use of wireless phones in aircraft may interfere with the operation of the aircraft and may be illegal or dangerous. Any use of a wireless phone on board an aircraft
must be in accordance with applicable regulations. Follow all flight crew instructions. When instructed to turn Off your wireless telephone, do so.
OTurn Off the phone and remove the battery
before you enter a hazardous area. The
wireless phone can be a hazard in these areas
even when set in vibrate mode, and the
scheduler or alarm can cause the phone to
power On.
OUse hands-free operation, if available.
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Radio Frequency (RF) Signals
THIS MODEL PHONE MEETS THE GOVERNMENT’S REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES.
Your wireless phone contains a radio transmitter and receiver. Your NEC phone is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio
frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S. Government. These limits are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish permitted
levels of RF energy for the general population. The guidelines are based on standards that were developed by independent scientific organizations through periodic and
thorough evaluation of scientific studies.
The exposure standard for wireless mobile phones employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR). The SAR limit set by the FCC is 1.6 W/kg.*
Tests for SAR are conducted using standard operating positions accepted by the FCC with the phone transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency
bands. Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR level of the phone while operating can be well below the maximum value. This is
because the phone is designed to operate at multiple power levels so as to use only the power required to reach the network. In general, the closer you are to a wireless base
station antenna, the lower the output.
Before a phone model is available for sale to the public, it must be tested and certified to the FCC that it does not exceed the limit established by the government-adopted
requirement for safe exposure. The tests are performed on position and locations (for example, at the ear and worn on the body) as required by FCC for each model. The
highest SAR value for this model phone as reported to the FCC when tested for use at the ear is 0.33W/kg in PCS and 0.23W/kg in GSM850 band, and when worn on the
body, is 0.22W/kg in PCS and 0.28W/kg in GSM850 band. (Body-worn measurements differ among phone models, depending upon available accessories and FCC
requirements). While there may be differences between the SAR levels of various phones and at various positions, they all meet the government requirement.
The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this model phone with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF exposure guidelines. SAR
information on this model phone is on file with the FCC and can be found under the Display Grant section at http://www.fcc.gov/oet/fccid after search on FCC ID
A98-KMP6J1N1.
For body worn operation, this phone has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with a NEC accessory designated for this product or when used
with an accessory that contains no metal and that positions the handset a minimum of 1.5 cm from the body.
* In the United States, the SAR limit for wireless mobile phones used by the public is 1.6 watts/kg (W/kg) averaged over one gram of tissue. SAR values may vary depending
upon national reporting requirements and the network band.
*In the United States, the SAR limit for wireless mobile
phones used by the public is 1.6 watts/kg (W/kg)
averaged over one gram of tissue. SAR values may vary
depending upon national reporting requirements and
the network band.
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