Sharp FO-51 User manual

MODEL
OPERATION MANUAL
FACSIMILE
1. Installation
2. Sending Faxes
3. Receiving Faxes
4. Making Copies
5. Making Telephone Calls
6. Answering Machine Connection
7. Special Functions
8. Printing Lists
9. Maintenance
10. Troubleshooting
FO-51

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WARRANTY
Facsimile Products
Congratulations on Your Purchase!
FOR THE SERVICING OF PRODUCTS
PURCHASED IN
NEW ZEALAND
CONTACT YOUR SELLING DEALER/RETAILER
OR FOR REFERRAL TO A
SERVICE CENTRE,
CALL SHARP CUSTOMER SERVICES
TELEPHONE: [phone]
FACSIMILE: 09 573 0113
WEB: www.sharpnz.co.nz
SHARP CORPORATION OF NEW ZEALAND LIMITED
59 Hugo Johnston Drive Penrose, Auckland
This Sharp product is warranted against manufacturing defects for a period of twelve (12) months from
the date of original purchase.
In the event of any defect arising in the equipment during the warranty period, such repairs should only
be carried out by the Dealer from which the unit was originally purchased or a Service Centre approved
by Sharp to service this type of equipment. These repairs would be carried out at no charge to the
owner, subject to the conditions specified herein.
The owner is responsible for any transportation and insurance costs if the product has to be returned
for repair.
This warranty does not extend to accessories or defects or injuries caused by or resulting from causes
not attributable to faulty parts or the manufacture of the product, including but not limited to, defect or
injury caused by or resulting from misuse, abuse, neglect, accidental damage, improper voltage, liquid
spillage, vermin infestation, software, use of consumables other than those approved by Sharp, or any
alterations made to the product which are not authorised by Sharp.
Please retain your sales documentation, as this should be produced to validate a warranty claim.
This warranty is in addition to and in no way limits, varies or excludes any express and implied rights
and remedies under any relevant legislation in the country of sale. However, to the extent permitted by
such legislation, Sharp excludes any liability for any indirect or consequential damages arising from the
purchase or use of the product.
To the extent permitted by law, Sharp excludes all implied warranties and conditions and where the
product is one that is not normally required for personal, domestic or household use, Sharp limits its
liability to the repair or replacement (at Sharp's option) of materials or workmanship which are found by
Sharp to be defective.
For your reference, please enter the particulars of your purchase below and retain, with your purchase
documentation.
Model No.
Serial No.
Date of Purchase
Place of Purchase
SPform046 (Dec2001)
FOR LOCATION ENQUIRIES WITHIN
AUSTRALIA
REGARDING YOUR LOCAL
SHARP APPROVED SERVICE CENTRE
CALL SHARP
LOCAL CALL: 1 300 135 022
FACSIMILE: [phone]
WEB: www.sharp.net.au
SHARP CORPORATION OF AUSTRALIA PTY. LIMITED
A.B.N. 40 003 039 405
1 Huntingwood Drive, Huntingwood NSW 2148
Important Notice: This warranty applies only to products sold in Australia & New Zealand
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Introduction
*Based on Sharp Standard No.1 Chart at standard resolution is Sharp special mode,
excluding time for protocol signals (i.e., ITU-T phase C time only).
Automatic dialling Rapid Key Dialling: 5 numbers
Speed Dialling: 35 numbers
Fax paper Initial starter roll (included with machine):
10 m
Replacement roll (not included):
FO-20PR 30 m (12.7 mm core)
Paper cutting method Tear off by hand
Memory size* 448 KB (approx. 17 average pages)
Modem speed 9,600 bps with automatic fallback to lower
speeds.
Transmission time* Approx. 15 seconds
Resolution Horizontal: 8 pels/mm
Vertical:
Standard: 3.85 lines/mm
Fine /Halftone: 7.7 lines/mm
Super fine: 15.4 lines/mm
Automatic document
feeder 5 pages max. (A4, 80 g/m2paper)
Recording system Thermal recording
Halftone (grayscale) 64 levels
Compression scheme MR, MH, H2
Welcome, and thank you for
choosing a Sharp facsimile!
The features and
specifications of your new
Sharp fax are shown below.
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As a part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design
and specification changes for product improvement without prior notice. The performance
specification figures indicated are nominal values of production units. There may be some
deviations from these values in individual units.
Display 16-digit LCD display
Applicable telephone line Public switched telephone network
Compatibility ITU-T (CCITT) G3 mode
Input document size Automatic feeding:
Width: 148 to 210 mm
Length: 140 to 297 mm
Manual feeding:
Width: 148 to 210 mm
Length: 140 to 600 mm
Effective scanning width 210 mm max.
Effective printing width 210 mm max.
Contrast control Automatic/Dark selectable
Reception modes TEL/FAX, TEL, FAX, A.M. (Note: A.M. mode
is for connecting an answering machine)
Copy function Ye s
Telephone function Yes (cannot be used if power fails)
Power requirements 230 - 240 V AC, 50 Hz
Operating temperature 5 - 35°C
Humidity 30 - 85% RH
Power consumption Standby: 4.0 W
Maximum: 115 W
Dimensions Width: 304 mm
Depth: 236mm
Height: 122 mm
Weight Approx. 2.6 kg
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Important safety information
For your safety, if any of your equipment is not operating properly or should any physical
damage occur to the equipment where internal parts may become exposed, the equipment
should be immediately disconnected from the phone line and then the power line and returned
to a SHARP authorised Service Centre for inspection, repair, or disposal.
In Australia, installing or modifying telephone lines should only be done by an ACA licensed
serviceman. In New Zealand, installing or modifying telephone lines should be done in
accordance with Telecom wiring practices.
This facsimile machine is designed for use in Australia and New Zealand only.
Do not disassemble this machine or attempt any procedures not described in this manual.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Do not install or use the machine near water, or when you are wet. For example, do not use the
machine near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool. Take care not to spill any liquids on the machine.
Unplug the machine from the telephone socket and then the power outlet and consult a
qualified service representative if any of the following situations occur:
- Liquid has been spilled into the machine or the machine has been
exposed to rain or water.
- The machine produces odors, smoke, or unusual noises.
- The power cord is frayed or damaged.
- The machine has been dropped or the housing damaged.
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord, and do not install the machine where people
may walk on the power cord.
This machine must only be connected to a 230 - 240 V, 50 Hz, earthed (3-prong) outlet.
Connecting it to any other kind of outlet will damage the machine and invalidate the warranty.
Never insert objects of any kind into slots or openings on the machine. This could create a risk
of fire or electric shock. If an object falls into the machine that you cannot remove, unplug the
machine and consult a qualified service representative.
Do not place this machine on an unstable cart, stand or table. The machine could be seriously
damaged if it falls.
Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
Never install telephone sockets in wet locations unless the socket is specifically designed for
wet locations.
Never touch bare telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been
disconnected at the network interface.
Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be
a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
Do not use a telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
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The power outlet must be installed near the equipment and must be easily accessible.
WARNING NOTICE:
NO calls can be made to or from this fax machine during a mains power failure.
WARNING: Australian Communications Authority (ACA) regulations state that no unauthorised
changes or modifications to this equipment are permitted.
Note: Complies with ACA and NZ TELECOM standard AS/NZS3548 regarding emission of
electromagnetic interference.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against interference in an
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause interference. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
- Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit to that which the receiver is
connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
For Australia: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment is written on the
back of the machine. The sum of all Ringer Equivalence Numbers (REN's) on your telephone
line should not exceed 3 to assure correct service from your telephone company.
IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR NEW ZEALAND USERS
Please note:
The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has
accepted that the item complies with the minimum conditions for connection to its network. It
indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom, nor does it provide any sort of warranty.
Above all, it provides no assurance that any item will work correctly in all respects with another
item of Telepermitted equipment of a different make or model, nor does it imply that any
product is compatible with all of Telecom's network services.
This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to the Telecom `111' Emergency
Service.
To avoid telephone charges for local calls, be sure to store numbers without area code in your
auto-dial locations.
This equipment may not provide for the effective hand-over of a call to another device
connected to the same line.
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Table of Contents
A Look at the Operation Panel 7
1. Installation 9
Unpacking Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Loading the Thermal Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Entering Your Name and Fax Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Setting the Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Setting the Reception Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Volume Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
2. Sending Faxes 24
Transmittable Documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Loading the Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Adjusting the Resolution and Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Sending a Fax by Normal Dialling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Sending a Fax by Automatic Dialling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
3. Receiving Faxes 39
Using TEL/FAX Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Using A.M. Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Using FAX Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Using TEL Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Optional Reception Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Substitute Reception to Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
4. Making Copies 46
5. Making Telephone Calls 47
6. Answering Machine Connection 49
Connecting an Answering Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Using the Answering Machine Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Optional A.M. Mode Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
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Table of Contents
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7. Special Functions 55
Caller ID (Requires Subscription to Service) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Distinctive Ring (Requires Subscription to Service) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Blocking Reception of Unwanted Faxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Polling (Requesting a Fax Transmission) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
8. Printing Lists 64
9. Maintenance 67
10. Troubleshooting 69
Problems and Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Messages and Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Clearing Paper Jams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Quick Reference Guide 79
Index 80
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Rapid Dial keys
Press one of these keys to dial a fax number automatically.
Display
Displays messages to help you operate the machine.
FUNCTION key
Press this key to select various special functions.
VOLUME key
Press this key to adjust the volume of the speaker when the has been
pressed, or the volume of the ringer at all other times.
Number keys
Use these keys to dial numbers, and enter numbers and letters when storing
auto-dial numbers.
SPEED DIAL key
Press this key to dial a fax or voice number using an abbreviated 2-digit
Speed Dial number.
REDIAL key
Press this key to automatically redial the last number dialed.
SPEAKER
A Look at the Operation Panel
1
2
3
4
5
6
TEL FAX
RECEPTION
MODE
RESOLUTIONFUNCTION
DOWN VOLUME UP
A.M.
SPEED DIAL
REDIAL
SPEAKER
01 02
03 04
05 06
07 08
09 10/POLL
ABC DEF
JKL MNO
GHI
TUV WXYZ
PQRS
START
STOP
COPY/HELP
HOLD/SEARCH
TEL FAX
GHI
PQRS
JKL
ABC DEF
MNO
WXYZ
TUV
ABCDE/
STOP
COPY/
HELP
START
FUNCTION
VOLUME
SPEED
DIAL
REDIAL
HOLD/
SEARCH
SPEAKER
RESOLUTION/
RECEPTION MODE
123
65
4
789
0
17
456
10 11 12
8 9 13
2
3
2
14
TEL/FAX A.M.
POLL
7
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START key
Press this key to begin transmission when using Speed Dialling, Direct
Keypad Dialling, or Normal Dialling.
STOP key
Press this key to cancel an operation before it is completed.
COPY/HELP key
When a document is in the feeder, press this key to make a copy. At any other
time, press this key to print out the Help List, a quick reference guide to the
operation of your fax machine.
RESOLUTION / RECEPTION MODE key
When a document is in the feeder, press this key to adjust the resolution for
faxing or copying. At any other time, press this key to select the reception
mode (an arrow in the display will point to the currently selected reception
mode).
SPEAKER key
Press this key to listen to the line and fax tones through the speaker when
faxing a document.
Note: This is not a speakerphone. You must pick up the handset to talk with
the other party.
HOLD/SEARCH key
Press this key to search for an auto-dial number, or, during a phone
conversation, press this key to put the other party on hold.
Panel release
Grasp this finger hold and pull toward you to open the operation panel.
11
10
9
8
12
13
14
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1. Installation
1. Installation
Unpacking Checklist
Points to keep in mind when setting up
Do not place the
machine in direct
sunlight.
Do not place the
machine near
heaters or air
conditioners.
Keep dust away from
the machine.
Keep the area
around the
machine clear.
About condensation
If the machine is moved from a cold to a warm place, it is possible that
condensation may form on the scanning glass, preventing proper scanning of
documents for transmission. To remove the condensation, turn on the power
and wait approximately two hours before using the machine.
Handset Original document
support
Handset
cord
Operation
manual
Fax paper
(Sample roll) Paper shaft Paper roll
shims
Telephone
line cord
If any are missing,
contact your
dealer or retailer.
Before setting up,
make sure you
have all of the
following items.
Adapter
(for Australia)
Adapter
(for New Zealand)
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Connections
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Connections
Connecting the handset
Connect the handset as shown and place it on the handset rest.
♦The ends of the handset cord are identical, so they will go into either
socket.
Make sure the handset
cord goes into the
socket marked with a
handset symbol on the
side of the machine!
Use the handset to make ordinary
phone calls, or to transmit and receive
faxes manually.
1 Grasp the finger hold and open the
operation panel.
2 Flip up the front paper guide .
Note: Do not peel
off or bend this
strip of film.
Removing the packing paper
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Connections
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1. Installation
Connecting the power cord
Plug the power cord into a 230 - 240 V, 50 Hz, earthed AC (3-prong) outlet.
♦When disconnecting the fax, unplug the telephone line cord before
unplugging the power cord.
♦Caution: The power outlet must be installed near the equipment and must
be easily accessible.
The machine does not have a
power on/off switch, so the
power is turned on and off by
simply plugging in or
unplugging the power cord.
3 Remove the packing paper.
4 Flip down the front paper guide and then close the operation panel.
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Connections
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Connecting the telephone line cord
Insert one end of the telephone line cord into the adapter. Insert the other end
of the line cord into the socket on the back of the machine marked TEL. LINE.
Plug the adapter into the telephone socket on the wall.
Dial mode:
The fax machine is set for tone dialling. If you are on a pulse dial line, you must set the
fax machine for pulse dialling. Press the keys on the operation panel as follows:
1 Press once and once.
2 Press 4 times.
3 Select the dial mode:
TONE: PULSE:
4 Press to exit.
FUNCTION
4
12
STOP
TEL.
SET
TEL.
LINE
Display:
OPTION SETTING
DIAL MODE
Note: For all units installed in New Zealand, select "1" for tone dialling. The pulse
setting "2" will not operate correctly and must not be used.
Comments:
♦The fax machine is not designed for use on a line which has call waiting,
call forwarding, or certain other special services offered by your telephone
company. If you attempt to use the fax machine in conjunction with any of
these services, you may experience errors during transmission and
reception of facsimile messages.
♦The fax machine is not compatible with digital telephone systems.
♦If your area experiences a high incidence of lightning or power surges, we
recommend that you install surge protectors for the power and telephone
lines. Surge protectors can be purchased from your dealer or at most
telephone specialty stores.
For Australia
For New Zealand
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Connections
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1. Installation
Attaching the original document support
Attach the original document support as shown below.
Extension phone (optional)
If desired, you can connect an extension phone to the TEL. SET socket on the fax.
♦To connect an answering machine to your fax, see page 49.
1 Remove the seal covering the TEL. SET
socket.
2 Connect the extension phone line to
the TEL. SET socket.
TEL.
SET
TEL.
LINE
Moving your fax and reconnecting
If it is necessary to move your fax to a new location, first disconnect the telephone
line cord before disconnecting the power cord. When reconnecting, it is necessary
to connect the power cord before connecting the telephone line cord.
Note: In New Zealand, not all standard telephones and answering machines will
respond to incoming ringing when connected to the extension socket of the equipment.
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Loading the Thermal Paper
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Loading the Thermal Paper
1 Grasp the finger hold as shown and
pull up to open the operation panel.
2 Flip up the front paper guide.
3 If you are loading paper that is 210 mm
in width, place the paper roll shims on
each side of the paper compartment.
(Note that Sharp recommended paper,
including the initial roll, is 216 mm in
width.)
•The ribbed side of the shims should
face in (toward each other).
The fax machine’s print
head creates text and
images by applying heat
to the thermal paper.
Your fax machine prints
incoming faxes on a
special kind of paper
called thermal paper.
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Loading the Thermal Paper
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1. Installation
4 Unwrap the roll of thermal paper and
insert the paper shaft.
5 Place the roll of thermal paper in the
compartment, making sure the ends of
the paper shaft fit into the notches on
each side of the compartment.
•Important: The roll must be placed so
that the leading edge of the paper
unrolls as shown. (The paper is only
coated on one side for printing. If the roll
is placed backwards, the paper will
come out blank after printing.)
6 Insert the leading edge of the paper
into the slot as shown. Continue to
push the paper through the slot until it
comes out the opening in the front of
the machine.
7 Make sure the paper comes out
straight, and then flip down the paper
guide.
YES NO!
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Loading the Thermal Paper
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8 Close the operation panel, making sure
it clicks into place.
•A short length of the paper will feed out.
Grasp the paper by the edge and pull
upward to tear it off.
Replacing the thermal paper
When the paper runs out, OUT OF PAPER will appear in the display. Reception and
copying will no longer be possible. To replace the paper, first take out the old roll,
then load the new roll as described above.
To assure a long life for your fax and obtain the best reproduction quality, we
recommend that you use the following Sharp thermal paper, which is available from
your dealer or retailer:
FO-20PR THERMAL PAPER (30 m roll)
The use of any other paper may result in poor copy quality and excessive build-up
of residue on the head.
Handling thermal paper
Do not unpack the paper until you are ready to use it. It may become discoloured if:
♦It is stored at high humidity or high temperature.
♦It is exposed to direct sunlight.
♦It comes in contact with glue, thinner, or a freshly copied blueprint.
♦A rubber eraser or adhesive tape is used on it, or it is scratched.
Click
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Entering Your Name and Fax Number
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1. Installation
Entering Your Name and Fax Number
FUNCTION
START
STOP
1 Press once and once.
2 Press twice.
3 Press once.
4 Enter your fax number by pressing the number keys (max. 20 digits).
•To insert a space between digits, press . To enter a “+”, press .
•To clear a mistake, press .
FUNCTION
3
START
SPEED
DIAL
TEL FAX
GHI
PQRS
JKL
ABC DEF
MNO
WXYZ
TUV
ABCDE/
STOP
COPY/
HELP
FUNCTION
VOLUME
SPEED
DIAL
REDIAL
HOLD/
SEARCH
SPEAKER
RESOLUTION/
RECEPTION MODE
123
65
4
789
0
TEL/FAX A.M.
START
POLL
3
Display:
ENTER FAX #
ENTRY MODE
OWN NUMBER SET
Before you can begin
sending faxes, you must
enter your name and fax
(telephone) number. You
also need to set the date
and time.
Once you enter this
information, it will
automatically appear
at the top of each fax
page you send.
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Entering Your Name and Fax Number
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5 Press to enter the fax number in memory.
6 Enter your name by pressing number keys for each letter as shown in
the chart below. Up to 24 characters can be entered.
Example: SHARP = 77777 444 22 7777 77
♦To enter two letters in succession that require the same key, press
after entering the first letter. ( moves the cursor forward, and
moves the cursor backward. )
♦To clear a mistake, press .
♦To change case, press . To enter one of the following symbols, press
or repeatedly: . / ! " # $ % & ’( ) ++ , - : ; < = > ? @ [ ¥] ^ _ ' { | }
) (
7 Press
8 Press to return to the date and time display.
START
SPEAKER
SPEAKER
SPEAKER HOLD/
SEARCH
SPEED
DIAL
REDIAL
START
STOP
A =
B =
C =
D =
E =
F =
G =
H =
I =
J =
K =
L =
M =
N =
O =
P =
Q =
R =
S =
T =
U =
V =
W =
X =
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