UTStarcom PLS-7025 User manual

Phone Guide
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Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i
Your Phone's Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ii
Section 1: Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
1A. Setting UpService . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Setting UpYourVoicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Section 2: Your Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
2A. Your Phone:The Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Front View ofYour Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Viewing the DisplayScreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Features of Your Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
TurningYour Phone On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
UsingYour Phone's Batteryand Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
NavigatingThrough Phone Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
DisplayingYour Phone Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Making and Answering Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
EnteringText . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
2B. ControllingYour Phone's Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Sound Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
DisplaySettings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Messaging Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Location Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
TTY Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Text Entry Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Phone Setup Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Phone Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
2C. SettingYour Phone's Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Accessing the Security Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
UsingYour Phone's LockFeature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
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Using Special Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Restricting Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Erasing the Contacts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Erasing the Messages List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Erasing theVoice Memo List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Restoring Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Resetting Your Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
2D. ControllingYour Roaming Experience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Understanding Roaming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
SettingYour Phone's Roam Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Using CallGuard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Roaming Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
2E. Managing Call History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Viewing History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
CallHistory Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Making a CallFromCall History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Savinga Phone Number FromCall History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Prependinga Phone Number FromCall History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Erasing Call History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
2F. Using Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Adding a New Contacts Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
FindingContacts Entries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Contacts Entry Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Adding a Phone Number to a Contacts Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Editing a Contacts Entry'sPhone Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Assigning Speed Dial Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Selecting a RingerType foran Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
GroupSetting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
My Phone # . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Dialing Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
2G. Using the Phone'sTools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
UsingYour Phone's Alarm Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
UsingYour Phone's Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
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UsingYour Phone's CountdownTimer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87
UsingYour Phone's Notepad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88
UsingYour Phone'sWorld Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
UsingYour Phone's StopWatch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
UsingYour Phone's Calculator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
UsingYour Phone's Conversion Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
UsingYour Phone's Fun& Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
2H. Using Your Phone'sVoice Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
UsingVoice-Activated Dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
ManagingVoice Memos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
Section 3: Wireless Service Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
3A. Wireless Service Features:The Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
UsingVoicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
Using SMSText Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
Using CallerID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Responding to CallWaiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Making aThree-Way Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Using CallForwarding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Section 4: Safety andWarranty Information . . . . . . . .115
4A. Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
General Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117
Maintaining Safe Use of and Access toYour Phone . . . . . . . . . .117
UsingYour PhoneWith a Hearing Aid Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120
Caringfor the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121
Radiofrequency (RF) Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122
Owner's Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124
Phone Guide ProprietaryNotice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124
4B. Manufacturer'sWarranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125
Manufacturer'sWarranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126
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Introduction
This PhoneGuide introduces you to your wireless service
and all the features of your new phone. It's divided into
four sections:
⽧Section 1: Getting Started
⽧Section 2: Your Phone
⽧Section 3: Wireless Service Features
⽧Section 4: Safety andWarranty Information
Throughout this guide, you'll find tips that highlight special
shortcuts and timely reminders to help you make the most
of your new phone and service.TheTable of Contents and
Index will also help you quickly locate specific information.
You'll get the most out of your phone if you read each section.
However, if you'd like to get right to a specific feature, simply
locate that section in the Table of Contents and go directly to
that page. Follow the instructions in that section, and you'll
be ready to use your phone in no time.
WARNING: Please refer to the Important Safety Information section on
page 116 to learn about information that will help you safely use your
phone. Failure to read and follow the Important Safety Information in
this phone guide may result in serious bodily injury, death, or property
damage.
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Your Phone's Menu
The following list outlines your phone's menu structure. For
more information about using your phone's menus, see
“ N avigatingThrough Phone Menus” on page18.
1. Call History
1. Outgoing Calls
2. Incoming Calls
3. Missed Calls
4. Recent Calls
5. Erase Calls 1. Outgoing/2. Incoming/3. Missed/4. All
2. Contacts
1. Find Name
2. Add New Entry
3. Speed Dial #'s
4. Group Setting
5. My Phone #
6. Services 1. Directory/2. Operator
3. Messaging
1. Send Message
2. Inbox
3. Outbox
4. Drafts
5. Voicemail 1. Call Voicemail/2. Details/3. Clear Icon
4. Tools
1. Voice 1. Voice Memo
2. Alarm Clock
3. Schedule
4. Countdown
5. Memo Pad
6. World Time
7. Stop Watch
8. Calculator
9. Convert Unit
0. Fun & Games1. Board Mania/2. Ace of Aces
5. Settings
1. Sounds
1. Ringer Type
1. Voice Calls
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2. Messaging
3. Voicemail
4. Alarms
5. Roaming Ringer
2. Volume
1. Ringer
2. Speakerphone
3. Receiver
4. Headset
5. Key Beep
6. Advanced
3. Alerts
1. Minute Beep
2. Connect Tone
3. Service Tone
4. Fade Tone
4. Tone Length (Normal/Long)
2. Display
1. Screensaver
2. Backlight
1. Main Display
2. Keypad
3. Greeting
4. Contrast
5. Menu Style
3. Messaging
1. Notification
2. Priority
3. Callback #
4. Preset Msg.
5. Signature
6. Auto Erase
4. Roaming
1. Set Mode
2. Call Guard
3. Help
5. Location
6. Security
1. Lock Phone
2. Change Lock Code
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3. Special #'s
4. Limit Use
5. Erase Contacts
6. Erase Message
7. Erase Voice Memo
8. Default Settings
9. Reset Phone
7. Text Entry
1. Auto-Capital
2. Auto-Space
3. My Words
4. Input Language
5. T9 Settings
6. Help
8. Others
1. Abbrev. Dial
2. Contacts Match
3. Answer Mode
4. Auto Answer
5. Language
6. TTY
7. Headset Only
9. Phone Info
1. Phone Number
2. Help
3. Version
4. Advanced
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Getting Started
Section 1
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Section 1A
Setting Up Service
In This Section
⽧GettingStarted (page 3)
⽧SettingUpYourVoicemail (page 4)
⽧GettingHelp (page 5)
Settingupservice on yournew phone is quick and easy.This
section walks you through the necessary steps to unlock
your phone, set up your voicemail, and contact your service
provider for assistance with your wireless service.
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GettingStarted
UnlockingYour Phone
To unlock yourphone, followtheseeasysteps:
1. Press and hold to turn the phone on.
2. Press Unlock ().
Note: To select a softkey, press the softkey button directly below the softkey
text that appears at the bottom left and bottom right of your phone's
display screen. Softkey actions change according to the screen you're
viewing and will not appear if there is no corresponding action available.
3. Enter your four-digit lock code. (For security purposes,
the code is not visible as you type.)
Tip: If you can't recall your lock code, try using the last four digits of your
wireless phone number or try 0000. If neither of these work, call your service
provider.
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SettingUpYourVoicemail
All unanswered calls to your phone are automatically
transferred to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or
turned off.Therefore, you will want to set up your voicemail
and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated.
To set upyourvoicemail:
1. From standby mode, press and hold .
2. Follow the system prompts to:
䡲Create your passcode
䡲Record your name announcement
䡲Record your greeting
䡲Choose whether or not to activate One-Touch
Message Access (a feature that lets you access
messages simply by pressing and holding ,
bypassing the need for you to enter your passcode)
Voicemail Passcode
If you are concerned about unauthorized access to your voicemail account, it
is recommended that you enable your voicemail passcode.
For more information about using your voicemail, see “Using
Voicemail” on page99.
VoicemailPassword
You'll create your voicemail password (or passcode) when you
set up your voicemail. For more information or to change your
voicemail password, please contact your service provider.
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GettingHelp
DirectoryAssistance
Call from your phone and you'll
have access to a variety of services and information through
Directory Assistance, including residential, business, and
government listings; movie listings or showtimes; driving
directions, restaurant reservations, and major local event
information.There is a per-call charge , and you will be billed
for airtime.
To call Directory Assistance:
䊳Press .
OperatorServices
Operator Services provides assistance when placing collect
calls or when placing calls billed to a local telephone calling
card or third party.
To access OperatorServices:
䊳Press .
For more information, call your service provider.
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Section 2
Your Phone
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Section 2A
Your Phone: The Basics
In This Section
⽧FrontViewofYourPhone(page 9)
⽧Viewingthe DisplayScreen(page 12)
⽧FeaturesofYour Phone (page 13)
⽧TurningYour Phone On and Off (page 14)
⽧UsingYour Phone'sBatteryand Charger(page 15)
⽧NavigatingThroughPhoneMenus(page 18)
⽧DisplayingYour Phone Number (page 19)
⽧MakingandAnsweringCalls(page 19)
⽧EnteringText (page 29)
Your phoneispacked withfeaturesthat simplifyyourlifeand
expandyourability to stayconnectedtothepeopleand
information that are important toyou.This section will guide
you through the basic functions and calling features of your
phone.
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FrontView ofYourPhone
Phone Basics
1. Softkey Buttons
4. Talk 10. End (Power)
9. Navigation Key
11. MENU/OK
2. Headset Jack
7. Accessory Jack
6. Microphone
8. Charger Jack
5. Back
3. Volume Control
12. Display Screen
13. Earpiece
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KeyFunctions
1. SoftkeyButtonslet you select softkey actions or menu
items corresponding to the bottom left and right lines on
the display screen.
2. Headset Jack allows you to plug in an optional headset for
convenient, hands-free conversations. CAUTION! Inserting
an accessory into the incorrect jack may damage the
phone.
3. Volume Control allows you to adjust the ringer volume in
standby mode (with the flip open) or adjust the voice
volume during a call. The volume key can also be used to
scroll up or down to navigate through the different menu
options.To mute the ringer during an incoming call, press
the volume key up or down.
4. Talk allows you to place or receive calls, answer Call
Waiting, useThree-Way Calling, or activateVoice Dial.
5. Backdeletes characters from the display in text entry
mode.When in a menu, press the Back key to return to the
previous menu.
6. Microphone allows other callers to hear you clearly when
you are speaking to them.
7. Accessory Jack allows you to connect optional accessories,
such as a USB cable. CAUTION! Inserting an accessory into
the incorrect jack may damage the phone.
8. ChargerJack connects the phone to the battery charger.
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9. Navigation Key scrolls through the phone's menu options
and acts as a shortcut key from standby mode.
䡲Press Up to access Messaging.
䡲Press Down to view your Calendar
䡲Press Right to access Contacts.
䡲Press Left to access your own customized shortcuts
(My Favorites).
10. End (Power) ends a call. Press and hold this key for two
seconds to turn your phone on or off. While in the main
menu, it returns the phone to standby mode and cancels
your input. When you receive an incoming call, press to
enter silent mode and mute the ringer.
11. Menu/OK displays the phone's main menu from standby
mode. It also selects the highlighted choice when
navigating through a menu.
12. Display Screen displays all the information needed to
operate your phone, such as the call status, the Contacts
list, the date and time, and the signal and battery strength.
13. Earpiece lets you hear the caller and automated prompts.
Phone Basics
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Viewing the DisplayScreen
Your phone's displayscreenprovidesawealthofinformation
about yourphone's status andoptions.This list identifies the
symbolsyou'llseeonyourphone'sdisplayscreen:
Note: To view a list of your phone's icons and descriptions, from the main
menu select Settings > PhoneInfo> Help.
shows your current signal strength. (The more lines
you have, the stronger your signal.)
means your phone cannot find a signal.
tells you a call is in progress.
indicates you are “ roaming” offthe available
network.
indicates you have new text messages.
indicates you have voicemail messages. (Press and
hold to call your voicemail box.)
indicates you have new text and voice messages.
indicates your phone's location feature is on.
indicates your phone's location feature is off.
indicates Alarm or Scheduler mode is set.
indicates Ringer Off mode is set.
indicatesVibrate All mode is set.
indicates Silence All mode is set.
indicates your phone is operating in TTY mode.
indicates battery charge level (icon shows full
charge).
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