Panasonic EB-GD50 User manual

Operating Instructions EB-GD50
Digital Cellular Telephone Main Kit
Before operating this equipment please read these instructions
completely.

The Serial Number can be found on the outside of the phone
under the battery. For your convenience we recommend that you
note the following details as a record of your purchase.
Part Number
Serial Number
Dealer Name
Purchase Date
Printed in UK
www.mcuk.panasonic.co.uk 1104

Contents
Introduction........................1
Symbols Used ......................1
Using This Manual....................1
Safety ...........................3
Getting Started ......................4
Fitting/Removing the SIM ................4
Fitting/Removing the Battery ..............5
Charging the Battery ..................6
Low Battery Warning ..................6
Location of Controls ...................7
Display..........................8
Basic Operation .....................9
Power On/Off ......................
Making a Call ......................
Automatic Redial ....................10
Ending a Call ......................10
Answering a Call ....................10
Volume Control.....................11
Vibration Alert .....................12
Key Guard .......................12
Phone Clock ......................13
Calculator .......................15
Currency Convertor ..................16
Phone Security .....................17
Phone Lock ......................17
PIN...........................18
Changing Security Codes ...............18
Advanced Operation ..................19
Desktop Handsfree...................1
DTMF Tones ......................1
Alert Profile.......................20
Call Hold and Call Waiting ...............21
Call Transfer ......................22
Multi-party Calls ....................22

Phonebook Basics ...................24
Storing a Number ...................24
Browsing Phonebooks by Name or Location .....25
Retrieving a Number ..................25
Editing Phonebook Entries ...............26
Hot Key Phone Numbers................26
Advanced Phonebook .................27
Note Pad ........................27
Recent Numbers ....................27
Fixed Dial .......................28
Service Dial ......................2
Short Text Messages ..................30
Setting your Phone for Short Text Messages .......30
Sending a Short Text Message ............30
Using Pre-Defined Messages .............31
Receiving Short Text Messages ............32
Cell Broadcasts ....................32
Alpha Entry .......................34
Menu Structures.....................35
Key Guard .......................35
Phonebook .......................35
Messages .......................36
Applications ......................37
Personalise.......................37
Call Service ......................38
Call Divert .......................3
Security ........................40
Network ........................40
Care and Maintenance .................42
Glossary of Terms ...................43
Trouble Shooting ....................45
Important Error Messages ...............48
Specifications ......................49
EU Warranty .......................50
Notes...........................57

Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic GD50 digital cellular
phone. This phone is designed to operate on the Global System
for Mobile Communications (GSM), GSM 00 or GSM1800.
These operating instructions detail use of the equipment
contained in the Main Kit.
Some services are network dependent or may only be available
on a subscription basis. Some functions are SIM dependent.
For more information contact your Service Provider.
Symbols Used
FShows that you should press the following key(s).
,Text-Shows that the display text will be flashing.
Shows that the information is a Quick Tip.
Using This Manual
This manual is designed in sections to guide you through the
many functions of this phone. Listed below is a brief outline of
each section, to help you find the information you need.
Getting Started: Details how to fit the battery, insert the SIM
card, introduces the controls and display of the phone.
Basic Operation: Details how to make and receive calls,
change the phone volume, use Vibration Alert and Key Guard
the Clock/Alarm, Calculator/Currency Convertor.
Phone Security: Details how to use the Phone Lock and PIN
Security features as well as how to change security codes.
Advanced Operation: Details how to use the phone’s Desktop
Handsfree, send DTMF tones, create Alert Profiles, use Call
Waiting, Call Transfer and Multi-party.
Phonebook Basics: Details how to create, store, retrieve, and
browse a number in a Phonebook as well as the more
advanced Phonebook features.
Advanced Phonebook: Details the operation of the Note Pad,
Recent Number recall and limiting the numbers available using
Fixed Dialling.
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Introduction

Short Text Messages: Details how to set up your phone to
receive and send Short Text Messages and to receive Cell
Broadcasts.
Alpha Entry: Details how to access alternative characters with
the keypad.
Menu Structures: Details the features that can be accessed
from the phone menu.
The remaining sections details how to take care of your phone,
lists terms used in this manual, a Troubleshooting and Error
Message section and the Specifications.
2
Introduction

Safety
This equipment is intended for use when supplied
with power from the built-in charger or Dual Charger
(EB-CRD30) through the AC Adaptor
(EB-CAD70Vxx)*. Other usage will invalidate any
approval given to this apparatus and may be
dangerous. The use of approved accessories is
recommended to ensure optimum performance and
avoid damage to your phone.
Switch off your cellular phone when in an aircraft. The
use of cellular phones in an aircraft may be
dangerous to the operation of the aircraft, disrupt the
cellular network and may be illegal. Failure to observe
this instruction may lead to the suspension or denial
of cellular phone services to the offender, or legal
action or both.
You are advised not to use the equipment at a
refueling point. You 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. Never expose the battery
pack to extreme temperatures (in excess of 60°C) or
charge the battery pack for much longer than
recommended.
You MUST exercise proper control of your vehicle at
all times. Do not use a hand held phone or
microphone while you are driving. Find a safe place to
stop first. Do not speak into a hands free microphone
if it will take your mind off the road. Acquaint yourself
thoroughly with restrictions concerning the use of
cellular phones within the country you are driving and
observe them at all times.
Care must be taken when using the phone in close
proximity to personal medical devices, such as
pacemakers and hearing aids.
* Where xx identifies the specific AC Adaptor region, eg CN, EU, HK, TW, UK.
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Safety

Getting Started
Fitting/Removing the SIM
The SIM is fitted into a holder at the back of the phone
underneath the battery.
Fitting the SIM
Removing the SIM
To remove the SIM follow the above steps in reverse.
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Getting Started
3
1

Fitting/Removing the Battery
Fit a fully charged battery pack. If the battery pack is not fully
charged then it must be charged as shown in “Charging the
Battery”.
Fitting the Battery
Removing the Battery
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Getting Started

Charging the Battery
The battery pack must be attached to the phone before the AC
Adaptor.
DO NOT force the connector as this may damage the phone and/or
the AC Adaptor.
When charging is complete remove the AC Adaptor.
NOTE: If the Battery Pack is deeply discharged, the phone may
take some time to detect which type of Battery Pack it is
charging. During this period leave the phone connected to the
charger until the charge LED and Battery Level Indicator
appears and charging is complete.
To maintain maximum performance of Ni-MH Battery Packs
always use until the Low Battery Warning and then fully recharge.
Operation of Battery Level Indicator
While charging Charging complete
Telephone on KH
Telephone off KIndicator off
Low Battery Warning
When the battery power is low a warning tone
will sound and a LOW BATTERY message will
flash. The power will automatically shut off
shortly after the warning tone. Fully charge the
battery pack or replace it with a fully charged
one. During conversation finish your call immediately.
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Getting Started
ABCDEF
+
c
1
23
GHI
4
JKL
5
MNO
6
PQRS
7
TUV
8
WXYZ
9
*
0
ABCDEF
+
c
1
23
GHI
4
JKL
5
MNO
6
PQRS
7
TUV
8
WXYZ
9
*
0
2
1
5
4
4
3
LOW
BATTERY

Location of Controls
gNavigation key – pressing up/down scrolls through
options in the main area of the display or adjusts the
volume. Pressing left/right scrolls through options in the
option area of the display
BSelect key – selects an option in the option area of the
display
Aaccesses Phonebook or switches character types
Dmakes a call or recalls recently dialled phone numbers
Cclears the last digit entered, clears all digits when
pressed and held or returns to the previous display
Eends a call or switches the phone on/off when
pressed and held
Digit keys 0 to , * and # – the # key will switch on and
off vibration alert
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Getting Started
ABCDEF
+
c
1
23
GHI
4
JKL
5
MNO
6
PQRS
7
TUV
8
WXYZ
9
*
0
Antenna
Earpiece
Incoming/charging
indicator
Display
Microphone
External
Connector

Display
Following some operations the display will automatically clear
after three seconds or after pressing any key.
Ylights when you are registered to a non-home network -
roaming
tlights when call divert is enabled
]lights when vibration alert is enabled
[lights when all tones or ring volume is off
Nflashes when an unread message is stored or lights
when message area is full
Olights when phone lock is enabled
Sindicates that it is possible to make emergency calls
Tindicates the received signal strength -\weak
signal, Tstrong signal
Hindicates the battery level -Hfull, Llow
battery
>indicates that the source of the currently selected
number is the Mobile Phonebook
<indicates that the source of the currently selected
number is the SIM Phonebook
?displayed in the Location area indicates alarm is set
pindicates that the Navigation key (g) can be pressed
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Getting Started
Menu
57
>
Panasonic
Location area -
indicates menu
number, location
number, alpha
mode or alarm
mark ?.
Option area -
shows options
that can be
selected by the
Bkey
Main Display
area
Navigation prompt - escrolls through the
main area of the display, fscrolls through
options at the bottom right of the display.
Phone/SIM
Phonebook
indicator

Basic Operation
Power On/Off
To turn the phone on or off.
FEand hold to switch power on
A greeting will be displayed.
FEand hold to switch
power off
Making a Call
Make sure that the phone is switched on and the signal strength
meter is displayed.
1Farea code and phone number
2FD
International Dialling
Using the Automatic International Access Code “+” you will be
able to dial international numbers without having to know the
code for the international exchange.
1F0and hold until a “+” appears
2Fcountry code or eto scroll through the
abbreviated international
names
3Farea code and phone
number
4FD
NOTE: Many countries include an initial “0” in the area code. This
should, in most cases, be left out when dialling international
numbers. If you have difficulties making international calls, contact
your Service Provider.
Basic Operation
Panasonic
Voice Call
Hold
00:01
OK
Country:
UK

Emergency Calls
To make an emergency call the antenna symbol (S) must be
present.
F 112 D or press Bwhen “SOS” is displayed in
the option area of the display
Automatic Redial
When a call is unsuccessful the phone will ask if you want to
redial the phone number again automatically.
FBwhen “OK” is displayed in the option
area
Auto Redial will countdown the display to the next
redial.
To stop redialling, press Bwhen
“Cancel” is displayed in the option
area
If a call is repeatedly unsuccessful you will not be able to
automatically redial the phone number. In this case you must
redial the phone number manually.
Ending a Call
FE
Answering a Call
To receive a call the phone must be switched on and the signal
strength meter must be displayed.
Fany key except Eor g
FEto reject the call
If a call is not answered the
number of unanswered calls will
be displayed.
Fany key to clear the display
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Basic Operation
Accept
Incoming
Cancel
Auto Redial
00:32

Caller Identification
This feature allows you to identify incoming
calls and accept or reject them. The caller’s
phone number, and name if stored in
Phonebook, will be displayed.
NOTE: Caller Identification may not always be available.
Volume Control
Earpiece and Handsfree Volume
Four levels of volume adjustment are available.
During a call:
Fato decrease the
volume
Fbto increase the
volume
Ring and Key Volume
Changing the ring and key volume is done in the same way. If
you increase the ring volume above maximum it will set an
escalating ring tone. If you turn the ring volume off, the silent
indicator icon ([) will be displayed.
When “Menu” is displayed in the option area of the display:
1FBand eto point to “Personalise”
2FBand eto point to “Tones”
3FBand eto point to “Ring Volume” or “Key Volume”
4FB
5Use eto set the volume
6FB
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Basic Operation
Accept
Home
+01234567
00:05
Ear
Volume

Vibration Alert
When vibration alert is switched on the phone will
vibrate when a call is received. Switching on
vibration alert will silence the ring volume.
However, when the ring volume is adjusted after
the vibration alert is switched on, the phone will
ring and vibrate when a call is received.
During standby:
F#and hold to switch
on or off. When switched on,
the phone will vibrate briefly
Key Guard
Key Guard will prevent any keys from being accidentally
pressed e.g. when the phone is being carried.
When “Menu” is displayed in the option area of the display:
FBthree times to enable Key Guard
When a call is received Key Guard will be temporarily disabled,
allowing you to press any key to answer the call. Emergency
calls can still be made.
Disabling Key Guard
FBtwice when “Free” is
displayed in the option area of the
display.
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Basic Operation
Free
GSM 001
Keys Guarded

Phone Clock
This phone incorporates a clock with date/time, an alarm and a
power on/off feature.
Initially Setting the Clock
When “Menu” is displayed in the option area of the display:
1FBand eto point to “Applications”
2FBand eto point to “Clock Function”
3FBand eto point to “Clock Set”
4FB
5Fenter the digits for the date in the format
day/month/year
6FB
7Fenter the digits for the
time using 24 hour clock
8FB
Setting the Clock Format
1FBand eto point to “Applications”
2FBand eto point to “Clock Function”
3FBand eto point to “Clock Format”
4FB
5Feto select the format of clock and/or date
6FB
Setting the Alarm
NOTE: If you have not already set the clock, you will be asked to do
so prior to setting the alarm.
When “Menu” is displayed in the option area of the display:
1FBand eto point to “Applications”
2FBand eto point to “Clock Function”
3FBand eto point to “Alarm Set”
4FB
5Fenter the digits for the time
6FB
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Basic Operation
0-9
Time:
HH:MM

7Feto select the frequency of the alarm
8FB
Once the alarm has been set, ?will be
displayed when the phone is in standby mode.
Muting the Alarm
When the set time is reached the alarm will sound and the
display will flash with an alarm message. The alarm will sound
for 30 seconds. If the alarm goes off during a call, it will activate
vibration alert.
To end the alarm:
Fany key
Disabling the Alarm
To disable the alarm point to “Alarm Set”
1FBtwice
2Feto point to “Disabled”
3FB
Adjusting the Alarm Time
When “Menu” is displayed in the option area of the display:
1FBand eto point to “Applications”
2FBand eto point to “Clock Function”
3FBand eto point to “Alarm Set”
4FB
5FCfour times
6Fenter the digits for the time
7FB
8Feto select the frequency of the alarm
9FB
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Basic Operation
Ok
Alarm:
Repeat Daily

Setting a Power On/Off Time
You can set your phone to turn itself on or off automatically at a
specified time using the Power On/Off feature. The procedure
for setting the Power On/Off automatically is similar to that for
setting the Alarm. Adjustment of the Power On/Off Time is also
similar to that for the alarm. For either setting or adjusting the
time you need to select “Power On Time” or “Power Off Time” in
the “Clock Function” menu.
Calculator
The four function calculator will enable you to perform simple
arithmetic calculations (addition/subtraction/multiplication and
division).
When “Menu” is displayed in the option area of the display:
1FBand eto point to “Applications”
2FBand eto point to “Calculator”
3FB
4Enter a number (maximum 10 digits), it will be
displayed on the lower line
5Use gto select the arithmetic operation you
wish to perform (bto multiply, cto add, a
to divide, dto subtract)
6Enter a number (maximum 10 digits), it will be
displayed next to the operation symbol
7If you use gto select
another arithmetic operation
to perform, an intermediate
calculation will be performed
and the result displayed on
the upper line
8FBto complete the calculation at any time
NOTE: Press and hold 1to add decimal point.
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Basic Operation
123
+10
;

Currency Convertor
The currency convertor enables you to convert from/to a home
currency using a conversion rate that you enter.
When “Menu” is displayed in the option area of the display:
1FBand eto point to “Applications”
2FBand eto point to “Currency”
3FB
Entering a Conversion Rate
Enter a country code for the home and foreign currency
FB
Enter the currency conversion rate
FB
NOTE: Press and hold 1to add decimal point.
Converting a Value
Enter the value to be converted
FB
NOTE: The country code and currency rate will be retained in the
phone once entered. The next time you use the convertor you can
edit the conversion rate /country codes. Press funtil “Edit”
appears in the option area of the display, then press B.
Swapping the Currency Conversion
When you have entered a value to be converted, you can swap
the currencies that you wish to convert
1Ffuntil “Swap” appears in the option area of the
display
2FBthe order of the currencies will be swapped
3Ffuntil “OK” appears in the option area of the
display
4FBto make the conversion
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Basic Operation
Currency/Rate:
___=>___
0.00
Edit