UTStarcom UT1200 User manual

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Discover Your Phone
Screen
Right softkey
Alphanumeric keypad
Left softkey
Hang up key
Navigation key & OK key
Pick up key
Earpiece

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Charging Connector
MP3 key
Side down key
Side up key
Microphone

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Camera Lens

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CONTENT
1 - MAIN MENU 14
2 - GETTING STARTING 14
2.1. Inserting the SIM Card 14
2.1.1 Remove the back cover 14
2.1.2 Remove the battery 15
2.1.3 Insert the SIM card 15
2.2. Switch on the phone 16
2.3. Charging the Battery 17
3 - CALLING 17
3.1. Make a call 17
3.1.1 From the idle screen 17
3.1.2 Using the phonebook 17
3.2. Answer and end a call 18
3.2.1 Call handfree 18
3.3. Options during a call 19
3.3.1 Activate handsfree 19
3.3.2 Mute or Unmute 19
3.3.3 Record dialogue 19
3.4. Handing multiple calls 19
3.4.1 Making a second call 19
3.4.2 Answering a second call 20
3.4.3 Answering a third call 20

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4 - TEXT ENTRY 21
4.1. T9® text English input 21
4.2. Basic text input 22
5 - TOOLBOX 23
5.1. Calculator 24
5.2. Organizer 24
5.2.1 Creating a new event 24
5.2.2 Deleting old events 25
5.2.3 Managing events 25
5.2.4 Events views 25
5.3. Alarm clock 25
5.3.1 Snooze mode 26
5.4. Format T-flash 26
6 - MY STUFF 27
6.1. Memory status 27
6.2. Sound album 27
6.3. Picture album 28
6.4. Sound recording 29
7 - ENTERTAINMENT 30
7.1. MP3 Player 30
7.2. KTV Player 30

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7.3. Camera 31
7.3.1 Activate the camera 31
7.3.2 Take a picture 32
7.3.3 Picture List 32
7.3.4 Picture orientation 33
7.3.5 Color mode 33
7.3.6 Environment 33
7.3.7 Self-Timer 33
7.3.8 Resolution 34
7.3.9 Picture quality 34
7.3.10 Shutter Sound 34
7.3.11 Reset settings 34
7.3.12 Rotate 34
7.3.13 Flip 35
7.3.14 Picture location 35
7.4. Continuous shoot 35
7.5. Video 36
8 - WAP 36
8.1. Homepage 37
8.2. Bookmarks 37
8.3. Go to URL 38
8.4. Settings 38
8.4.1 Select profile 38
8.4.2 Browser options 38
8.4.3 Rename profile38
8.4.4 Cookies 39

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8.4.5 Cache 39
8.4.6 Network 39
8.5. Push inbox 39
9 - MESSAGE 40
9.1. Broadcast SMS 40
9.2. SMS41
9.2.1 New SMS41
9.2.2 Settings 41
9.2.3 Archive 42
9.2.4 SMS Inbox 42
9.3. MMS 43
9.3.1 Receiving MMS 44
9.3.2 Create New MMS 44
9.3.3 Inbox 45
9.3.4 Drafts 45
9.3.5 Templates46
9.3.6 Outbox 46
9.3.7 MMS Settings 46
9.4. Services 46
10 -SETTINGS 46
10.1.Time and date47
10.1.1 Set time 47
10.1.2 Set date 47
10.1.3 Time zone 47
10.1.4 Daylight saving 47

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10.1.5 Date format 47
10.2.Sounds 48
10.2.1 Ringer volume 48
10.2.2 Ringtone 48
10.2.3 Messages ringer 48
10.2.4 Equalizer 48
10.2.5 Key tones48
10.2.6 Sounds alerts 48
10.2.7 Vibra alert 49
10.2.8 Silent 49
10.3.Security 49
10.3.1 Keypad lock 49
10.3.2 Change codes 50
10.3.3 PIN protection 50
10.3.4 Public names 50
10.3.5 Call barring 51
10.4.Network 51
10.4.1 Access settings51
10.4.2 GPRS attach 52
10.4.3 Register again 52
10.4.4 Preferred list 53
10.5.Profiles 53
10.6.Call setting 54
10.6.1 Info at call endding 54
10.6.2 Any key answer 55
10.6.3 Calling waiting55
10.6.4 Caller ID 55

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10.6.5 Call forward 55
10.6.6 Mailboxes 56
10.6.7 Auto redial 56
10.7.Display 56
10.7.1 Wallpaper56
10.7.2 Backlight 56
10.7.3 Language 57
10.7.4 Animation 57
10.8.Phonesettings 57
10.8.1 Auto Switch on/off 57
10.8.2 Hotkeys 57
11 -CONTACTS 58
11.1.Settings 58
11.1.1 Delete all 58
11.1.2 Contacts select 59
11.1.3 Copy to phone 59
11.1.4 Groups setting 59
11.2.Names list 59
11.2.1 Adding contacts to the SIM phonebook 60
11.2.2 Adding contacts in the phone phonebook 60
11.2.3 Edit and manage contacts 60
11.2.4 In the SIM phonebook 61
11.2.5 In the onboard phonebook 61
12 -CALL INFO 63
12.1.Counters 63

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12.1.1 GPRS counters63
12.1.2 GSM counters 63
12.2.Call list 64
12.2.1 Reset 64
12.2.2 Call list 64
13 -GAMES 65
13.1.Brick games 65
14 -ICON & SYMBOLS65
15 -PRECAUTIONS 66
15.1.Radio waving 66
15.2.Always switch off your phone… 67
15.3.Pacemakers 67
15.4.Hearing aids 68
15.5.Improved performance 68
15.6.Battery information 68
15.7.Your mobile phone and your car 69
15.8.EN 60950 Norm 69
15.9.Environmental care 70
16 -TROUBLESHOOTING 70
16.1.The phone does not switch on70

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16.2.The display shows BLOCKED when you switch on 70
16.3.The display shows IMSI failure 70
16.4.Your phone doesn’t return to the idle screen 70
16.5.The network symbol is not displayed 71
16.6.The display doesn’t respond to key presses 71
16.7.Your battery seems to over heat 71
16.8.Your phone doesn’t display the phone numbers of incoming calls 71
16.9.You can’t send text messages 71
16.10. You can’t receive and / or store JPEG pictures 72
16.11. You have the feeling that you miss some calls 72
16.12. The display shows SIM failure 72
16.13. The display shows INSERT YOUR SIM CARD 72
16.14. The autonomy of your phone seems lower that indicated in the user guide 72
16.15. Your phone doesn’t work well in your car 73
16.16. Your phone is not charging 73

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General Information
[Caution]
Changes or modifications made in the radio phone, not expressly approved by
UTstarcom, will void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
[RF Energy Interference/Compatibility]
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
[What's in the Box?]
Your wireless mobile phone comes with a battery, charger, USB data cable, headset,
companion CD, user manual, product and service user data. You can purchase other
accessories to customize your phone for maximum performance and portability.
[Body-worn operation]
To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines, if you wear a radio product
on your body when transmitting, always place the radio product in a UTstarcom
approved clip, holder, holster, case or body harness for this product. Use of
non-UTstarcom-approved accessories may exceed FCC RF exposure guidelines.

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How to Operate
Switch the phone Long press Hang up key
Enter your PIN code
E
nter your PIN code using the keypad and press [OK] or
or Left softkey to confirm.
Make a call
Enter the phone number on the keypad
and press Pick up key to dial.
Answer a call Press Pick up key when your phone rings.
End a call Press Red key
Reject a call Press Red key when your phone rings.
Adjust the earpiece volume Press the Up or Down volume keys.
Access to [Names List] Press in idle mode.
Access to [Call List]
Press Pick up key in idle mode. The Call List displays
the Calls missed, the Calls received and the Calls
dialed.
Access to [Main Menu] Press [OK]or Left softkey Menu in the idle mode.
Go to the previous Menu Press Right softkey
Softkeys
The left and right soft keys- located at the top of the keypad allow you to select the
corresponding options that appear on the screen immediately above them, including
during calls. The functions associated with these keys will vary according to the current
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1 - MAIN MENU
The Main Menu gives you access to all the different features of your mobile phone
presented in the form of 9 grids. The table above summaries the arrangement of the
Main Menu, the meanings of the various icons found them, and the page in this manual
where more detailed information concerning the subject can be found. Press [OK] to
access the Main Menu when in idle mode, then use the central navigation key – which
directions are represented in the present guide with the ▲, ▼, ◀, ▶, signs - to
browse the icons and lists. When navigating in a list, a scroll bar located on the right
hand side of the screen shows your current position in the list. Within lists, press, to
access the options related to the selected item, press select Right softkey go back one
level.
2 - GETTING STARTING
Please read the safety instructions in the "Precautions" section before use. To use your
phone, you must insert a valid SIM card supplied by a GSM operator or retailer. The SIM
card contains your subscription information, your mobile telephone number, and a
memory card in which you can store phone numbers and messages.
Follow the steps below to insert your new SIM card. Remember to switch off your mobile
phone before removing the back cover.
2.1.1 Remove the back cover
To insert the SIM card, you must first remove the back cover. Press on the back cover
and then slide the cover downwards as shown below.
2.1. Inserting the SIM Card

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2.1.2 Remove the battery
To remove the battery, pull the edge outwards, then remove the battery by pulling it up
from the bottom. You may lose all your personal settings if you remove the battery when
the phone is switched on.
2.1.3 Insert the SIM card
Slide the SIM card holder to unlock it and then lift it up on i ts hinge. Remove the SIM card
from its protective holder and place it in the space provided, making sure that the
clipped corner of the card is in the correct corner and that the gold contacts are facing
down.Close the card holder and slide it into the locked position.

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Slide the battery back into its slot, gold contacts downwards, then lock it by pushing it
downwards until it stops. Replace the back cover by sliding it into its slots until it stops.
Remove the protective film covering the screen and the camera lens before using the
phone.
Long press Red key to switch on the phone. Enter the PIN code if required. A PIN code
is a 4- to 8-digit secret code for your SIM card. It is preconfigured and communicated
to you by your operator or retailer. If you enter an incorrect PIN code three times, your
SIM card will be blocked. To unblock it, you must request the PUK code from your
operator. When you switch on your mobile phone with your new SIM for the first time,
you will be asked for the following:
[Set date] To set the current date
[Set time] To set the current time
[Time zone] To select your time zone
[Copy SIM names into the phone] If your phone detects any names and
telephone numbers in the SIM card phonebook, you will be asked if you want to copy
them into the on board phone book. If you wish to copy the numbers, press OK,
otherwise press Cancel.
2.2. Switch on the phone

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Your phone is powered by a rechargeable battery. A new battery is partially charged and
a sound alert will warn you when the battery reaches low, if the battery alert is On. Once
battery cover is back in place you can charge the phone. Pull away the protective rubber
cap covering the charger connector.
The battery symbol indicates the state of charge. During charging, the charge indicators
will scroll. When all the scroll bars are steady the batteries fully charged. You can then
disconnect the charger. Keeping the charger plugged to the mobile when the battery is
fully charged will not damage the battery. The only way to turn off the charger is to
unplug it.
3 - CALLING
3.1.1 From the idle screen
In idle mode, enter the phone number using the keypad.
Press Pick up key to dial.
Press Red key to hand up.
3.1.2 Using the phonebook
Press ▼ in idle mode to call list.
Select a contact in the list and press Pick up key: the selected number is dialed. If you
2.3. Charging the Battery
3.1. Make a call

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are using the onboard phonebook and the selected contact feature more than one
number, the number identified as the default will automatically be selected. Select a
different number.
When receiving a call, the number of the caller may be displayed, depending on whether
or not the person calling has chosen to display his or her ID. If the number is stored in
the selected phonebook, then the corresponding name is displayed instead of the
number.
•Answer the call: press Rick up key to open the phone if the Active flip option is On.
•Reject the call: press Red key.
•Hang up: press Hang up key or close the phone.
If you have selected Any Key Answer, you can accept a call by pressing any key (except
Red key).
3.2.1 Call handfree
For your own comfort and safety, ensure you move the phone away from your ear when
calling hands free, especially when increasing the volume.
In idle mode, enter the phone number using the keypad or select a contact in the
phonebook.
Press [OK], or Left softkey Options then select Call Handsfree or press[OK].
If you are already on the phone, long press Pick up key to swit ch to Handsfree mode and
back.
3.2. Answer and end a call

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During a call, press [OK]or Left softkey Options to access the following options.
3.3.1 Activate handsfree
This option allows you to use hands-free option.
3.3.2 Mute or Unmute
Allow you to mute or unmute the microphone so that your caller cannot hear you.
3.3.3 Record dialogue
In most countries, recording telephone conversations is subject to legislation. We advise
you to notify the caller if you intend to record your conversation and only do so if they
agree.
To record a conversation during a call, select Record dialogue and press [OK]. Press
[OK] again or Left softkey Save to end the recording: an edit window allows you to
assign a name to the recording, which is then available in My stuff> Sound album. If you
select Mute and then Record dialogue, only the caller’s voice is recorded.
The ability to handle two or more calls at one time and to make conference calls is
dependent on your operator and/or subscription.
3.4.1 Making a second call
You can make a second call during an active call or with a call on hold. While on the
3.3. Options during a call
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phone, dial a number (or select a contact in the phonebook) and press Pick up key. The
first call is put on hold (the number is displayed on the bottom of the screen) and the
second number is dialed. You can then press [OK] to access the options among which
are:
•Switch calls to toggle between calls (you can also press ◀or ▶ to switch calls).
•Transfer to connect the two calls. You are disconnected when the transfer is
completed.
•Conference to introduce the caller into a conference call.
3.4.2 Answering a second call
When you receive a second call while being already in communication, the phone emits
a beep alert and the screen displays Call waiting. You can then:
Press Pick up key To answer the call (the first one is put on hold).
Press Red key To reject the call.
Press [OK] or Left softkey Options To open the options list. You can select End Call
to end the current call, then answer the incoming call.
To receive a second call, you must have deactivated the Call forward for voice calls and
activated the Call waiting.
3.4.3 Answering a third call
If you are in a call and have one call on hold, you can also receive a third call. To do so,
you must either end one of the calls or introduce the new caller to a conference.
Press Red key To reject the call.
Press [OK] or Left softkey Options To open the options list. You can select Accept to
answer the incoming call, or End call to end the current call, then answer the incoming
call. This service is limited to two current communications (one active and one on hold).