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Motorola I886 User Manual

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  • Page 3 Coverage is not available everywhere. For complete phone and warranty information visit www.sprint.com ©2010 Sprint. SPRINT and the logo are trademarks of Sprint. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. Quick Reference Guide MOTOROLA i886...
  • Page 4 Navigating • Press the navigation key to highlight options and then press the center of the navigation key (r)to select a highlighted option. • Select Apps to display the Applications menu. • Press Home (X) from any page to display the home screen.

  • Page 5: User Guide

    User Guide MOTOROLA i886 www.sprint.com ©2010 Sprint. Sprint and the logo are trademarks of Sprint. Other marks are the property of their respective owners. 9/22/10...
  • Page 6 Motorola reserves the right to change or modify any information or specifications without notice or obligation.

  • Page 7: Declaration Of Conformity

    FCC ID in the format FCC-ID: IHDT56KQ1 on the product label. Motorola has not approved any changes or modifications to this device by the user. Any changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. See 47 CFR Sec.
  • Page 8 Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ....... i Use and Care......ii Setting Up Service .
  • Page 10 Sprint Phone Services ..... 60 Web and Data Services ....62 Web Browser .
  • Page 11 Smart Practices While Driving ....125 S2. Manufacturer’s Warranty ... . 127 Motorola Limited Warranty for the United States and Canada ..127 Service and Repairs .

  • Page 13: Introduction

    Introduction This introduces you to your wireless service User Guide and all the features of your new phone. 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. The Table of Contents and Index will also help you quickly locate specific information.

  • Page 14: Use And Care

    Use and Care Use & Care Your mobile device is designed to resist damage from exposure to certain rugged conditions. However, avoid prolonged or extreme exposure to those conditions. To help protect your mobile device, always make sure the battery compartment and any connector covers are closed and secure, and observe the following precautions: liquids...

  • Page 15: Setting Up Service

    1. Setting Up Service Setting Up Your Phone (page 1) Setting Up Voicemail (page 3) Account Passwords (page 4) Getting Help (page 4) Your Phone’s Navigation Pad Menu/Lock Talk Notifications Navigation Setting Up Your Phone Make sure your SIM card is in place. See “Your SIM Card”...

  • Page 16: Setup Menu

    Use the MOTOROLA i886 setup menu to select a language, set up an email account, and import SIM contacts (if applicable). See “Setup Menu” on page 2. Make your first call. Enter a phone number. Press Talk Tip: If your phone keypad is locked, press display the home screen.

  • Page 17: Setting Up Voicemail

    Therefore, it is recommended that you set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. Using your MOTOROLA i886, call your wireless phone number. Follow the system prompts to: Exit Setup Create your password.

  • Page 18: Account Passwords

    Sign up Purchase accessories. Shop for the latest phones. www.sprint.com View available service plans and options. From Your MOTOROLA i886 Dial *4 and then press usage and account balance. Dial *3 and then press payment. Dial *2 and then press summary of your wireless service plan or get answers to other questions.
  • Page 19 Dial *7 and then press Talk of service, upgrade your device, purchase accessories, or access other account services. From Any Other Phone Sprint Customer Service: 1-800-639-6111 Business Customer Service: 1-877-639-8351. Operator Services Operator Services provides assistance when you place collect calls or when you place calls billed to a local telephone calling card or third party.

  • Page 20: Phone Basics

    2. Phone Basics Your Phone (page 6) SIM Card, Memory Card, and Battery Information (page 9) Turning Your Phone On and Off (page 15) Home Screen (page 16) Navigating Through Menus and Options (page 19) Displaying Your Numbers (page 20) Entering Text (page 21) Tips and Tricks (page 22) Battery Cool Down (page 23)
  • Page 21 Key and Connector Functions Speaker Button ()) lets you turn the speaker phone on or off during a call. From the home screen, pressing the Speaker button turns Direct Connect speaker mode on and off. let you adjust the ringer volume Volume Buttons from the home screen, the voice or speaker volume during a call, and the speaker volume...

  • Page 22: Landscape Phone Features

    Landscape Phone Features Rotate the phone counter-clockwise and slide out the QWERTY keyboard. The screen automatically adjusts to landsacpe (Widescreen) mode. 10:10 AM Messaging Contacts Call log Opera Mini 1. QWERTY 7. Space Keyboard 2. Shift 3. Alternate 4. Menu 5.

  • Page 23: Sim Card, Memory Card, And Battery

    In some cases, Contacts and Groups may not be accessible if you move your SIM card to another phone. Contacts and Groups created with your MOTOROLA i886 may not be readable by an older iDEN SIM-based phone. Note: Your MOTOROLA i886 Contacts are managed and stored on your phone rather than on the SIM card.
  • Page 24 Removing and Inserting the SIM Card Important: To avoid losing information stored in your SIM card, do not remove it from your phone unless absolutely necessary. To remove your SIM card: With your phone powered off, lift the battery door latch and lift and remove the battery door.
  • Page 25 To insert your SIM card: With your phone powered off, lift the battery door latch and lift and remove the battery door. Carefully slide the SIM card into your phone until it lies flat in the SIM card holder. Important: Do not touch the gold-colored areas of your SIM card.

  • Page 26: Memory Card

    Memory Card A microSD memory card is provided with your phone. The provided memory card contains helpful preloaded information, including guided tours of your phone’s features. Insert the Memory Card With your phone powered off, lift the battery door latch and lift and remove the battery door. 2.

  • Page 27: Battery And Charger

    Safety” on page 112. Sprint-approved and Motorola-approved batteries and accessories can be found at Sprint Stores or through Motorola. You may order online at calling 1-866-866-7509. Your phone’s Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery allows you to recharge it before it is fully drained.
  • Page 28 Do not handle a damaged or leaking battery as you can be burned. Charging the Battery Charge your battery as soon as possible so you can begin using your phone. Always use a Sprint-approved or Motorola-approved desktop charger, travel charger, or vehicle power adapter to charge your battery.

  • Page 29: Turning Your Phone On And Off

    Using the Phone Charger Plug the flat end of the charger into the phone’s micro USB connector and the other end into the wall socket connector. Plug the wall socket connector to an electrical outlet. With the approved Li-Ion battery, you can recharge the battery before it becomes completely run down.

  • Page 30: Home Screen

    Home Screen The home screen gives you all your latest information in one place. It’s what you see when you turn on the X. Here’s the basic setup: phone or press Home Status Indicators 10:10 PM Notifications Bar Press notifications. Widget Shortcuts Select to open.
  • Page 31 Shortcuts To add shortcuts to the home screen, press Menu > Manage Home > Add > Shortcuts select a shortcut. Apps (Applications) Your phone comes with many apps (applications) already installed, and you can download and install more. To open an app, select its icon. Applications Tab All the apps on your phone, including the apps that came...
  • Page 32 Battery Strength — A fuller battery indicates a greater charge. The “lightning” icon (bottom rows) indicates the phone is charging. Signal Strength — More bars next to the antenna indicate a stronger signal. No Service — Your phone is without service. You cannot make or receive any type of call.

  • Page 33: Navigating Through Menus And Options

    — You are ready to use your phone to make calls using a TTY (text telephone) device. See “Telecommunications Relay Service” on page 59. Hearing Aid — Your phone is set for use with a hearing aid and is active on a phone call. See “Using Your Phone With a Hearing Aid Device”...

  • Page 34: Displaying Your Numbers

    Screen Timeout To change how long your phone waits before the screen goes to sleep automatically, select Settings > Sound & display > BackLight timer To put your phone to sleep and lock your keypad, see “Keypad Lock” on page 75. Adjust Volume Press the Volume buttons to change the ring volume (in the...

  • Page 35: Entering Text

    Entering Text The quickest and easiest way to enter text on your phone is by using the QWERTY keyboard. Rotate the phone counter-clockwise and slide the keyboard out to access it. The screen automatically rotates to landscape (widescreen) mode. General Tips To…...

  • Page 36: Tips And Tricks

    Dialpad Text Entry You can also enter text using the dialpad. To switch text entry modes when using the dialpad, press r and select from the following: Option Alpha input To enter words one letter at a time. Word input To have your phone suggest word options.

  • Page 37: Battery Cool Down

    Battery Tips Your phone is like a small computer, giving you access to a lot of information and apps. Depending on what you use, that can take a lot of power. To conserve battery life between charges: Reduce recording or watching videos, listening to music, or taking pictures.

  • Page 38: Accessories

    Accessories Your MOTOROLA i886 comes with the following accessories: A Li-Ion battery and charger. A128K SIM card. A 2GB microSD card. Various accessories are available for use with your MOTOROLA i886, including cases, vehicle power chargers, data cables, hands-free accessories, and more.

  • Page 39: Making And Answering Calls

    Call Alerts (page 41) Direct Talk (page 43) Types of Calls With the Nextel National Network, Nextel Direct Connect, and your MOTOROLA i886, you have the following traditional wireless phone and Nextel Direct Connect services available to you: offer clear calls and other...

  • Page 40: Phone Calls

    (page 43). Phone Calls Making Calls Placing a traditional wireless phone call from your MOTOROLA i886 is as easy as making a call from any landline phone. From the home screen, Enter a number, and then press Talk "...

  • Page 41: Emergency Calls Important

    Emergency Calls Your phone supports emergency calling. Emergency phone calls can be made even when your SIM card is blocked or not in your phone. Enter 911 and press Talk to an emergency response center. If you are on an active call, you must end it before calling 911.

  • Page 42: Finding A Number

    In-Call Options h during a call Press Menu to display a list of available in- call features. To select an option, select it. The following options may be available: to mute your phone’s Mute microphone. Select Mute again to unmute your phone’s microphone.

  • Page 43: Phone Numbers With Pauses

    Press and enter the first few Menu > Search letters of a Contact’s name. You will see a list of matching entries. To display an entry, select a name. Select a phone number to place a call. Phone Numbers With Pauses You can dial or save phone numbers with pauses for use with automated systems, such as voicemail, conference call, or credit card billing numbers.

  • Page 44: Nextel Direct Connect

    Making a Call From the Call Log Select > Call log Tip: From the home screen, press Highlight a number and press Making a Phone Call While in a Direct Connect Call Press Menu > Call contact Direct Connect call to initiate a phone call to the other person (if their mobile phone number is stored in Contacts).

  • Page 45: Making Direct Connect Calls

    Making Direct Connect Calls Enter a Direct Connect number. See “Dialing Direct Connect Numbers” on page 31. Press and hold the Direct Connect (DC) button on the left side of your phone. Begin talking after your phone emits a chirping sound. Release the DC button to listen.

  • Page 46: Answering Direct Connect Calls

    Making Direct Connect Calls From Contacts or the Call Log If you have numbers stored in Contacts (page 82) or the Call log (page 78), you can use these numbers to make calls. Select > Contacts , or select Call log Select an entry and then press and hold the DC button to call the entry’s Direct Connect number.

  • Page 47: Group Connect

    * Not all phones are Group Connect-compatible. See www.sprint.com for more details on Group Connect. Note: In order to store Groups to your MOTOROLA i886, you must use the 128K SIM card that came with your phone. The 128K SIM card is labeled “Nextel 600 Contcs &...

  • Page 48: Adding Group Members

    Answering Group Connect Calls Proceed as if answering a Direct Connect call from one user. Only one person at a time may speak on a Group Connect call. Creating Groups in Contacts Select > Contacts > Menu New DC group Select the icon to the left of the entry names to select the group members.

  • Page 49: Nextel Direct Send

    To delete a Group from Contacts: Select a Group to open it. Press Menu > Delete group Select Storing Groups To store a group to Contacts from the Call log list: From the Call log list, select a Group to open it, and then select View participant list Select...
  • Page 50 To send a picture during a call: While in a Direct Connect call, press Menu > Share picture be included in a Direct Connect call appears. Select a picture and press the DC button to send it. Wait while the picture is transmitted. The Direct Connect call is temporarily interrupted while a picture is transmitted.

  • Page 51: Sending My Info And Contact Information

    To accept a picture: When you see the message asking you to accept the picture, select Accept . (To decline the picture, select Reject Wait while the picture is transmitted. The Direct Connect call is temporarily interrupted while a picture is transmitted. When prompted, press the DC button to resume the Direct Connect call.

  • Page 52: Sending Contact Information

    A checkmark appears next to the fields that will be sent. To add or remove the checkmark, select it. When you are finished, select To control whether your information is sent automatically: Select > Settings > Call settings > Direct Connect Settings > Sharing contact info > Share My Info Note: When you receive your phone, it is set to send your...

  • Page 53: Talkgroups

    When prompted, press the DC button to send the information. Note: If the Contacts entry you scrolled to is a Group, you may be prompted to allow yourself to be a part of the group being sent. Select to become part of the group. To start a call by sending contact information: From Contacts, highlight an entry, and then press and hold r.

  • Page 54: Adding More Talkgroups

    Group Connect Geography Nationwide Maximum 21 (including originator) Group Size Setup Dynamically, via your phone Joining a Talkgroup To participate in a Talkgroup, the account administrator must first add you to the membership and then you must “join” the Talkgroup. Select >...

  • Page 55: Call Alerts

    Receiving Talkgroup Calls Answer it as you would a regular Direct Connect call. Only one person at a time may speak on a Talkgroup call. During and immediately after a Talkgroup call ends, press to display any available Menu > Options options.
  • Page 56 Using the Call Alert Notification When you store a Call Alert, it remains in notifications until you clear the notification by opening it, or by going into the Call log Viewing Call Alerts a and scroll. Press Notifications Responding to Call Alerts in the Queue After you queue a Call Alert, you can respond to it by making a Direct Connect call to the sender or sending a Call Alert to the sender.

  • Page 57: Direct Talk

    Call Status and Completion After an failed incoming or outgoing Direct Connect call or Call Alert, you can send a message to the caller or intended recipient. To set up a message for incoming or outgoing calls: Select > Settings > Call settings > Auto text reply >...
  • Page 58 Direct Connect, Group Connect, Talkgroup calls, and Call Alerts; data services; messaging; call timers; and call forwarding. Setting Your Phone to Direct Talk Before you and another caller can use Direct Talk, both of your phones must be set to Direct Talk mode. Select >...
  • Page 59 Making Code Calls in Direct Talk Mode In Direct Talk mode, press and hold the DC button. Begin speaking after you hear the Direct Talk tone. Release the DC Button to listen for a response. The tone emitted from your phone when making a Direct Talk call sounds different from the tone heard on Direct Connect calls conducted on the network.
  • Page 60 To make a private Direct Talk Call: In Direct Talk mode, enter a ten-digit wireless phone number. (You can also select a number from Contacts or Recent Calls.) Make the call in the same way you make a regular Direct Connect call. If you receive an error message, it means: You may not be using a valid wireless phone number.

  • Page 61: Service Features: The Basics

    4. Service Features: The Basics Receiving Messages (page 47) Voicemail (page 48) Messaging (page 49) Caller ID Blocking (page 55) Call Waiting (page 56) Making a Second Call (page 56) Making a Three-Way Call (page 57) Call Forwarding (page 57) Making International Calls (page 59) Special Dialing Codes (page 59) Sprint Phone Services (page 60)

  • Page 62: Voicemail

    Sprint becomes active. Setting Up Your Voicemail Box Using your MOTOROLA i886, dial your ten-digit Nextel Personal Telephone Number (PTN). For example: 7035557777. Follow the system instructions to create a new four- to seven-digit password, record your name, and record a greeting.

  • Page 63: Messaging

    Messaging Messaging lets you send and receive messages that may include text, pictures, and audio recordings. Your messaging address is PTN@messaging.sprint.com. Your PTN is your ten-digit Nextel Personal Telephone Number. Note: You messaging address is only needed if someone is sending you a message from an email account.
  • Page 64 — the body of the message. This may Message include text, pictures, ringtones, or voice records. — the subject line. To add a subject, press Subject and enter a subject. Menu > Add subject — one or more attachments. These may be Attach pictures, ringtones, or audio files, including voice records that you create while creating the message.
  • Page 65 Adding More Message Options To create the subject line, press subject To attach a picture, audio, voice recording, or video, press Menu > Attach option to attach a file. To send the message, press r. Replying to a Message You can reply to a message while you are viewing it. Select a message to open it.

  • Page 66: Actions For Received Messages

    Accessing Saved Drafts Select > Messaging Draft messages have “Draft” in red letters next to them on the right. Select the message to open it and finish composing your message. Receiving a Message When you receive a message, a message notification appears on the notification bar.
  • Page 67 Forwarding Select a message thread to open it. Highlight a message, press and hold r, and then select Forward Address, edit, and send your message. Embedded objects and attachments are included when you forward a message. Calling a Number in a Message If any field in a message contains a phone number, Direct Connect number, or Talkgroup ID, you can call or send a Call Alert to that number.

  • Page 68: Message Groups

    Select Create new contact new entry, or select an entry to store the information to an existing entry. To change the contacts type (Mobile, Home, Work, etc.), press r to select the number, select label , and select a type. Press Menu >...

  • Page 69: Caller Id Blocking

    To add members: Select , highlight the message > Contacts group, press and hold r, and then select . Select the contact(s) you group > Add members want to add, select , and then select Save To remove members: Select >...

  • Page 70: Call Waiting

    Call Waiting Call Waiting lets you receive a second call while on an active call. Call Waiting is always available, unless you turn it off for a specific call. If you are on a call and receive a second call, your phone emits a tone and displays a message.

  • Page 71: Making A Three-Way Call

    Making a Three-Way Call With Three-Way Calling, you can talk to two people at the same time. When using this feature, the normal airtime rates will be charged for each of the two calls. During an active phone call, press .
  • Page 72 If you specified a forwarding number for this type of call before, this number displays. To forward all calls to this number select If no number is specified, enter a phone number and select Enable – or – Select the Contacts icon to the right of the number field and select a number from Contacts.

  • Page 73: Making International Calls

    Select , to specify a forwarding Forward when busy number for calls received when your phone is busy. If you specified a forwarding number for this type of call before, this number displays. To forward calls to this number, select To delete this number, select the text field, and then press and hold the Navigation key left.

  • Page 74: Sprint Phone Services

    Note: Using 711 to reach Telecommunications Relay Service may not be available in all areas. To enable TTY mode: Select > Settings > Call settings > TTY Select , or and then select – Type and read text on your TTY device. (Voice Carry-Over) –...

  • Page 75: Sprint 411

    When incoming calls are made to a non-active line, they will be sent to voicemail without ringing. (See “Call Forwarding” on page 57.) Sprint 411 Dial 411 from your wireless phone to receive nationwide listings, movie listings and showtimes, restaurant reservations, and driving directions, as well as sports scores, stock quotes, and weather conditions.

  • Page 76: Web And Data Services

    5. Web and Data Services Web Browser (page 62) Email (page 65) Microsoft™ Office Outlook™ Synchronization (page 66) Web Browser With Web access on your phone, you can browse your favorite websites, making it easier than ever to stay informed while on the go. Follow sports scores, breaking news, and weather, and shop on your phone anywhere on the Nextel National Network.

  • Page 77: Browser Options

    Connect Your phone uses the data capabilities of the Nextel National Network (over the air) to automatically connect to the Web. Tip: Contact Sprint for information on data usage fees and your service agreement. Select Web Links When you select a link, your phone outlines it and goes to that page.

  • Page 78: Creating A Bookmark

    Going to a Specific Website To go to a website by entering a Web address (URL): Select the text entry field at the top of the page. Enter a Web address and then press r. Note: Not all websites are viewable on your phone. Creating a Bookmark Bookmarks allow you to store the address of your favorite websites for easy access at a later time.

  • Page 79: Email

    Zoom To zoom in to an area of the Web page you are viewing, use the Navigation key to move the magnifier box over it and press r. To zoom out, press Opera browser | Faster & sa O O O Opera Press Releases RSS feed p p p e e e...

  • Page 80: Microsoft™ Office Outlook™ Synchronization

    The email setup wizard will guide you through setting up your email account. Tip: Press c and the Navigation key up to jump to the first email in the inbox. Press c and the Navigation key down to go to the last message. Create a New Email Select >...
  • Page 81 Note: Turn off Background Data battery life. (See “Battery Tips” on page 23.) You cannot receive phone calls while your phone is syncing. Shorter synch frequencies may prevent you from receiving phone calls. For optimum performance, set your phone to sync every 30 minutes. Exchange Calendar Select >...

  • Page 82: Settings

    6. Settings Personalize (page 68) Messaging Settings (page 71) Airplane Mode (page 72) Call Settings (page 72) Security Settings (page 74) Resetting Your Phone (page 76) Personalize Display Language You can choose to display your phone’s onscreen menus in one of several languages. Select >...

  • Page 83: Silent Mode

    Vibrate Settings Vibrate All The Vibrate All option allows you to be notified of calls and messages with a vibration instead of an audible alert. To activate Vibrate All: Press and hold the Volume button down while on the home screen until the phone vibrates. To deactivate Vibrate All: Press and hold the Volume button up.

  • Page 84: Changing The Wallpaper

    Adjusting the Phone’s Volume Settings Adjust your phone’s volume settings to suit your needs and your environment. Select > Settings > Sound & display Select Ringer volume Media volume Choose a volume level and select Tip: You can adjust the ringer volume while on the home screen (or the earpiece volume during a call) by using the Volume button on the left side of your phone.

  • Page 85: Messaging Settings

    Changing the Clock Display Select a format for the time and date display. Select > Settings > Date & time Select to toggle between Use 24-hour format 24-hour time display and 12-hour time display. Select , and then select a date format date format to assign it.

  • Page 86: Airplane Mode

    To receive delivery reports: Select > Messaging > Menu Settings > Delivery reports Airplane Mode Sometimes you may want to have your phone on, but turn off its ability to make and receive calls and other transmissions. To set your phone so that it cannot make or receive phone calls, Direct Connect calls, Group Connect calls, Talkgroup calls, or transfer data: Press and hold...

  • Page 87: Direct Connect Settings

    Direct Connect Settings Direct Connect settings menu controls how your phone handles Direct Connect calls, Group Connect calls, and Talkgroup calls. To access the Direct Connect settings menu: Select > Settings > Call Settings > Direct Connect settings — adds 30 seconds to the DC timeout Resume DC so Direct Connect calls do not time out quickly while you are multitasking.

  • Page 88: Security Settings

    Security Settings Select > Settings > Location & security 1:22 PM 12:24 PM Location & security settings Security lock Set up security lock Keypad lock Keypad lock help Key press to lock and unlock keypad Keypad lock timeout Set the time period for the keypad auto-lock SIM card lock Set up SIM card lock...

  • Page 89: Keypad Lock

    Changing the PIN Note: SIM PIN must be turned on in order to access this feature. Select > Settings > Location & security > Set up SIM card lock > Change SIM PIN Enter the current SIM PIN and select Enter the new SIM PIN and select Reenter the new SIM PIN to confirm and then select...

  • Page 90: Resetting Your Phone

    To change the password, select . (To select this option, security lock password must be set.) Unlocking Your Phone At the “Enter password to unlock” prompt, enter your password and select Calling in Lock Mode You can place calls to 911 when in lock mode. Select the Emergency call the screen, dial 911, and press...
  • Page 91 Feature Reset Selecting Feature Reset resets all phone settings back to their default settings. Select > Settings > SD card & phone storage > Feature Reset > Feature Reset Enter your phone’s six-digit security code and select . (A disclaimer is displayed.) Note: Your security code is a six-digit number used for resetting your phone.

  • Page 92: Call Log

    7. Call Log About the Call Log (page 78) Viewing the Call Log (page 80) Saving Items From the Call Log (page 80) Deleting Items From the Call Log (page 81) Prepending a Number From the Call Log (page 81) About the Call Log The Call log list displays the numbers (or Contacts entries) for phone calls and Direct Connect calls you...

  • Page 93: Contact Information From Other Phones

    For phone calls, an icon appears giving information about the call. A call you made. A call you received. A missed call. Missed calls appear on the Call log list only if you have Caller ID. When you select a call to view its details, you see information such as the name associated with the call, the number, date, time, and duration of the call.

  • Page 94: Viewing The Call Log

    When you select contact information to view its details, you see the name or Direct Connect number of the person who sent the information and all the information in the item. If you receive contact information with the same name from the same phone more than once, only the most recently sent version appears in the Call log list.

  • Page 95: Deleting Items From The Call Log

    Deleting Items From the Call Log To delete an item from the Call log list: From the Call log, select an entry to open it. Press Menu > Delete from call log To delete all items on the Call log list: Select >...

  • Page 96: Contacts

    8. Contacts About Contacts (page 82) Creating Contacts Entries (page 83) Viewing Contacts (page 85) Adding a Number to an Entry (page 86) Editing Entries (page 86) Deleting Entries (page 86) Selecting a Ringtone for an Entry (page 87) Assigning a Picture to an Entry (page 87) Import and Export Contacts (page 87) 8.

  • Page 97: Creating Contacts Entries

    Types of Contacts Each number or address stored must be assigned a Contacts type: Contacts Type Entry Types Phone numbers Home, Mobile, Work, Work Fax, Home Fax, Pager, Other, Custom, Callback, Car, Company Main, ISDN, Main, Other Fax, Radio, Telex, TTY TDD, Work Mobile, Work Pager, Assistant, MMS Direct Connect...

  • Page 98: Creating Pauses And Waits

    To assign a name to the entry, select the name field and enter a name. 1:22 PM Edit contact Select photo Jane Add name fields Phone number Mobile Add phone Push to Talk Add Push to Talk To add a number or address: Select the entry field.

  • Page 99: Viewing Contacts

    – or – From the QWERTY keyboard enter , (comma) for a pause or ; (semicolon) for a wait. Note: You can have multiple pauses in a phone number and combine waits and pauses. Viewing Contacts Select and then either scroll >...

  • Page 100: Adding A Number To An Entry

    Adding a Number to an Entry Select > Contacts Press Menu > Edit contact Select and enter a phone number or Add phone and enter a DC number. Add Push To Talk To assign a number type, select the number, select , and select a type.

  • Page 101: Selecting A Ringtone For An Entry

    Selecting a Ringtone for an Entry Assign a ringtone to a contacts entry so you can identify the caller by the ringtone. (See “Ringtones” on page 68.) Select > Contacts and select an entry. Press Menu > Options > Ringtone Select a ringtone.

  • Page 102: Import Contacts From Your Sim Card

    Import Contacts From Your SIM Card Select > Contacts > Menu SIM Manager > Import contacts from SIM Note: You might have already done this using the Setup menu (see page 2). Export Contacts to Your SIM Card Select > Contacts >...

  • Page 103: Tools

    9. Tools Calendar (page 89) Alarm clock (page 90) Calculator (page 90) Calendar Select > Calendar Tip: You can send calendar events to other people using Direct Connect. (See“Nextel Direct Send” on page 35.) View your calendar in different ways: Press Menu >...

  • Page 104: Alarm Clock

    Alarm clock Select > Alarm Clock To turn on an alarm, select the check box. When an alarm sounds, select to turn it Dismiss off or to delay. Snooze To add an alarm, press Menu > Add alarm and then enter alarm details.

  • Page 105: 10. Microsd Card

    10. microSD Card Using a microSD Card With Your Phone (page 91) microSD Settings (page 93) USB and Memory Card (page 94) Using a microSD Card With Your Phone Using the microSD Card Slot Your phone is equipped with a microSD (Secure Digital) memory card slot to expand the phone’s available memory space.

  • Page 106: Removing The Microsd Card

    Removing the microSD Card Do not remove the memory card until you select the option under Unmount SD card . Removing the memory card before selecting storage option could result in loss of data. Unmount SD card Before you remove your memory card you need to unmount it.

  • Page 107: Microsd Settings

    Using the microSD Adapter The supplied microSD adapter allows microSD cards to be used in SD-compatible devices such as digital cameras, printers, and computers. Before using, you will need to insert the microSD card into the microSD adapter. To insert the microSD card into the microSD adapter: With the label side of the microSD card facing up, insert the card into the supplied microSD adapter, and gently slide the card until it is fully inserted.

  • Page 108: Usb And Memory Card

    With a memory card inserted, and your phone showing the home screen, connect a Motorola micro USB data cable from your phone’s micro USB port to a USB port on your computer. Your phone should show in the notifications bar.

  • Page 109: 11. Camera

    11. Camera Taking Pictures (page 95) Videos (page 98) Taking Pictures Taking pictures with your phone’s built-in camera is as simple as choosing a subject, pointing the lens, and pressing a button. To take a picture: j on the right side of the Press and hold Camera phone to launch the camera.

  • Page 110: Photo Options

    After taking a picture press Menu options: Options Take a new Returns you to the viewfinder. picture Share Share your picture via Email , or Set as Set the picture as your Contact icon Delete Delete the picture. Tip: Photos are stored on your microSD memory card. Picture Resolution is 5MP, unless you change it.

  • Page 111: View Your Photos

    View Your Photos Select > Media Gallery > All Pictures Play a Slideshow Select > Media Gallery > All Pictures > Menu > Play to start a Slideshow slideshow. To stop the slideshow, press r. To return to the gallery, press Back Share Your Photo Gallery To send your photo in a message, Direct Connect call, or...

  • Page 112: Videos

    Videos Record and Share Videos Press Camera > Menu To record the video, press video recording, press Camera Settings Tip: To send your video in a message, set the video quality to by pressing Low Quality (QCIF) Video Resolution Note: When prompted, do not choose to optimize videos for sharing if you plan to save them to your microSD card.

  • Page 113: Bluetooth Wireless

    Settings > Wireless & networks > Bluetooth settings 1:22 PM 12:24 PM Bluetooth settings Select to turn Bluetooth Bluetooth on or off. Device name i886 Discoverable Make device discoverable Select to scan for Scan for Devices devices. Bluetooth devices Select to connect Motorola Device or disconnect a device.
  • Page 114 Bluetooth Status Indicators The Bluetooth status indicators on your phone’s display screen shows your Bluetooth connection status at a glance: – Bluetooth is disabled (default status). None – Status indicator will be light blue when Bluetooth is turned on, but no device is connected. –...

  • Page 115: Reconnect Devices

    To manually disconnect your phone from a paired device, select the device name in the devices list, and then select Edit Properties To edit your MOTOROLA i886’s device name, select > Settings > Wireless & networks > Bluetooth . Enter a name and select settings >...

  • Page 116: 13. Music

    13. Music Music Basics (page 102) Set Up Music (page 103) Get Music (page 103) Play Music (page 104) 13. Music Music Basics Select , select a category, and then > Music select a song to begin playing it. 12:24 PM Music Unknown Song Unknown Artist, Unknown album...

  • Page 117: Set Up Music

    Transfer music files from a computer to your memory card. With a memory card inserted, and your phone showing the home screen, connect the Motorola micro USB data cable from your phone’s micro USB port to a USB port on your computer. Your...

  • Page 118: Play Music

    Your phone shows in the notifications bar. You can’t use the files on your memory card while it is connected. Select (if asked) to connect your memory Mount card. Find “Removable Device” (your memory card) in the “My Computer” window. Drag and drop your music to a folder on your memory card.
  • Page 119 Music Player Functions Just select a song or playlist to get going. 12:24 PM Unknown Song Unknown Artist, Unknown album 01:00 -00:10 Music Controls Music Player Controls Play/Pause Previous/Next Fast Forward/Rewind View Playlists Progress Bar Shuffle Repeat Volume View Library Turn Shuffle On/Off Add to Playlist Press r.
  • Page 120 Music Player Controls Use as Ringtone Press ringtone Press Delete Hide, Wake, Turn Off X to use another app. Your music Press Home continues to play. When you see in the status bar a song is playing, a to see details. Select the song to press Notifications return to the music controls.
  • Page 121 Safety and Warranty Information...

  • Page 122: S1. Important Safety Information

    S1. Important Safety Information General Precautions (page 108) Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone (page 109) Battery Use and Safety (page 112) Using Your Phone With a Hearing Aid Device (page 115) Caring for the Environment by Recycling (page 117) Export Law Assurances (page 117) California Perchlorate Label (page 117) Radio Frequency (RF) Energy (page 118)

  • Page 123: Maintaining Safe Use Of And Access To Your

    Laws vary as to specific restrictions. Remember that safety always comes first. Responsible driving practices can be found in “Smart Practices While Driving” on page 125 and/or at the Motorola website: www.motorola.com/callsmart. Tip: Purchase an optional hands-free accessory at your local Sprint Store, or call Sprint at 1-866-866-7509.

  • Page 124: Operational Precautions

    Motorola approved clip, holder, holster, case or body harness. If you do not use a body-worn accessory supplied or approved by Motorola and are not using the radio product in the intended use positions along side the head in the phone mode or in...
  • Page 125 Turning Off Your Phone in Dangerous Areas To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your phone off when in a blasting area or in other areas with signs indicating two-way radios should be turned off. Construction crews often use remote-control RF devices to set off explosives. Turn your phone off when you’re in any area that has a potentially explosive atmosphere.

  • Page 126: Battery Use And Safety

    Don’t let the phone or battery come in contact with water. Water can get into the phone’s circuits, leading to corrosion. If the phone and/or battery get wet, have them checked by your carrier or contact Motorola, even if they appear to be working properly. (in English Don’t allow the battery to touch metal objects.
  • Page 127 “Motorola Original” hologram. Motorola recommends you always use Motorola-branded batteries and chargers. Motorola mobile devices are designed to work with Motorola batteries. If you see a message on your Excessive heat display such as following steps: Remove the battery and inspect it to confirm that it has a “Motorola Original”...

  • Page 128: Protecting Your Battery

    Disposal of Lithium Ion (LiIon) Batteries: dispose of used batteries in accordance with local regulations. Contact your local recycling center or national recycling organizations for more information on how to dispose of batteries. Do not handle a damaged or leaking Li-Ion battery as you can be burned.

  • Page 129: Using Your Phone With A Hearing Aid Device

    Phones that have been rated have a label with the rating(s) located on the box, and are listed at www.motorola.com/accessibility. These ratings are not guarantees. Results will vary depending on the user’s hearing device and individual type and degree of hearing loss.
  • Page 130 30 days of purchase. (A restocking fee may be applied to exchanges. Visit for details.) More information about hearing aid compatibility may be found at: www.motorola.com/accessibility, www.fcc.gov www.accesswireless.org Getting the Best Hearing Device Experience With Your Phone To further minimize interference: Set the phone’s display and keypad backlight settings to...

  • Page 131: Caring For The Environment By Recycling

    Caring for the Environment by Recycling This symbol on a Motorola product means the product should not be disposed of with household waste. Disposal of your Mobile Device and Accessories Please do not dispose of mobile devices or electrical accessories (such as chargers, headsets, or batteries) with your household waste.

  • Page 132: Radio Frequency (Rf) Energy

    Your Motorola mobile device is designed to comply with local regulatory requirements in your country concerning exposure of human beings to RF energy.

  • Page 133: Operational Warnings

    If your mobile device offers an airplane mode or similar feature, consult airline staff about using it in flight. Implantable Medical Devices If you have an implantable medical device, such as a pacemaker or defibrillator, consult your physician before using this mobile device.
  • Page 134 Body-Worn Operation To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines, if you wear a handset on your body, use the Motorola supplied or approved carrying case, holster or other body-worn accessory. If you do not use a body-worn accessory, ensure the antenna is at least 2.5 centimeters from your body when transmitting.
  • Page 135 Specific Absorption Rate Your MOTOROLA i886 wireless phone meets the governmental requirements for exposure to radio waves. Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured to not exceed limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S.

  • Page 136: Owner's Record

    Motorola and third party software stored in semiconductor memories or other media. Laws in the United States and other countries preserve for Motorola and third party software providers certain exclusive rights for copyrighted software, such as the exclusive rights to distribute or reproduce the copyrighted software.

  • Page 137: Gps And Agps

    Open Source Software Information For instructions on how to obtain a copy of any source code being made publicly available by Motorola related to software used in this Motorola mobile device you may send your request in writing to: Motorola Mobility, Inc.

  • Page 138: Privacy And Data Security

    Lock your device’s keypad where this feature is available. Keep software up to date: If Motorola or a software/ application vendor releases a patch or software fix for your phone which updates the device’s security, install it as soon as possible.

  • Page 139: Smart Practices While Driving

    If you choose to use your mobile device while driving, remember the following tips: Get to know your Motorola phone and its features such as speed dial and redial. If available, these features help you to place your call without taking your attention off the road.
  • Page 140 Use your phone to help others in emergencies. If you see an auto accident, crime in progress, or other serious emergency where lives are in danger, call 911 or other local emergency number, as you would want others to do for you.* Call roadside assistance or a special non-emergency wireless assistance number when necessary.

  • Page 141: S2. Manufacturer's Warranty

    S2. Manufacturer’s Warranty Motorola Limited Warranty for the United States and Canada (page 127) Service and Repairs (page 131) Your phone has been designed to provide you with reliable, worry-free service. If for any reason you have a problem with your equipment, please refer to the manufacturer’s warranty in this section.

  • Page 142: Products And Accessories

    (a) improper handling, usage, operation or storage (e.g. operating the Product outside its permitted or intended uses including as set forth by Motorola in the Products specification from the date sheets or other documentation, or failing to comply with the Products usage documentation);...

  • Page 143: Who Is Covered

    (c) use of the Products for commercial rental purposes; or (d) external causes or acts which are not the fault of Motorola, including but not limited to flood, fire, earthquake, tornado or other acts of God, are excluded from coverage.

  • Page 144: What Will Motorola Do

    What Will Motorola Do? Motorola, at its option, will at no charge repair, replace or refund the purchase price of any Products, Accessories or Software that does not conform to this warranty. We may use functionally equivalent reconditioned/refurbished/pre-owned or new Products, Accessories or parts.

  • Page 145: Service And Repairs

    Motorola software. Motorola software may only be copied into, used in, and redistributed with, the Products associated with such Motorola software. No other use, including without limitation disassembly of such Motorola software or exercise of the exclusive rights reserved for Motorola, is permitted.

  • Page 146: Index

    Index Accessories 24 Charger 24 Li-Ion Battery 24 Activation 2 Airplane Mode 72 Alarm Clock 90 Answering Calls 26 Applications 17 Attachments 52 See also Messaging Backlight 70 Battery 13–15 Charging 14 Disposal 114 Installing 13 Safety 112 Battery Life, Extend 99 Index Bluetooth 99–101 Bluetooth Device Name 101...
  • Page 147 Deleting 86 Editing Entries 86 Making Direct Connect Calls Making Phone Calls 30 Searching 85 DC Options 73 Dialing Codes Non-Emergency Numbers 59 Telecommunications Relay Service 59 Direct Connect One Touch, Setting 73 Direct Connect Calls Dialing 31 From Contacts 32 Member ID 31 Direct Connect Numbers 31 Direct Send 35–39...
  • Page 148 Calls From 53 Deleting 52 Embedded Objects 52 Forwarding 53 Going to Website 54 Message Groups 54 Notifications 47 Receiving 52 Sending 49 Text Messages 49 Messaging Settings Notification 71 microSD Card 91–94 Adapter 93 Inserting 91 Memory 93 Removing 92 Multimedia Messages See Messaging Music Set Up 103...
  • Page 149 Shortcuts 17 Silent Mode 69 SIM Card Removing and Inserting 10 Security 74 SIM PIN 74 Sprint Service Account Passwords 4 Activation 2 Operator Services 5 Talkgroups 39 Join 40 TDD/TTY Devices 59 Telecommunications Relay Service 59 Text Entry 21 Text Messaging See Messaging Three-Way Calling 57...

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