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- Page 1 Cellular Telephone Owners Manual...
- Page 2 Thank you for selecting Motorola—a world leader in cellular technology. All Motorola cellular phones are designed and manufactured in the United States to meet Motorola’s exacting specifications and world class quality standards. This phone is no exception. This personal phone withstands our rigorous durability tests including tempera- ture, humidity, shock, dust, vibration, and a drop test.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION ....6 INTRODUCTION....... . 9 PHONE OVERVIEW . - Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS Clearing Entries....... . . 23 Recalling from Memory......23 Memory Scrolling .
- Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECURITY FEATURES ......37 Electronic Lock ....... . . 37 Displaying Unlock Code .
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Page 6: General Safety Information
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT Read This Information Before Using Your Hand-held Portable Cellular Telephone First introduced in 1984, the hand-held portable cellular telephone is one of the most exciting and innovative electronic products ever developed. With it, you can stay in contact with your office, your home, emergency services, and others. - Page 7 GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION Do not hold the antenna when the phone is in use. Holding the antenna affects call quality and may cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than needed. Antenna Care and Replacement Do not use the phone with a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into contact with the skin a minor burn may result.
- Page 8 GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION To prevent possible interference with aircraft systems, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations require you to have per- mission from a crew member to use your phone while the plane is on the ground. To prevent interference with cellular systems, FCC regulations prohibit using your phone while the plane is in the air.
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Page 9: Introduction
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION The design of Motorola’s cellular telephone complies with all applic- able RF Safety Standards. Motorola meets the standards and recommendations for the protec- tion of public exposure to RF electromagnetic energy established by governmental bodies and other qualified organizations, such as the following: •... - Page 10 8888888...
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Page 11: Phone Overview
PHONE OVERVIEW 1 Retractable Antenna — Extend for optimum performance. 2 Earpiece 3 Status Indicators — Flash or light steadily to alert you to a number of conditions: (In Use) — Flashes while a call is in process. RM (Roam) — Flashes if phone is accessing a service area out- side of your home system. -
Page 12: Getting Started
24 hours, using a Motorola-approved charger. WARNING: Battery may explode if exposed to fire. Charging your battery in anything other than a Motorola charger will void your warranty. CAUTION: To prevent injuries or burns, do not allow metal objects... -
Page 13: Attaching The Battery
GETTING STARTED A t t a c h i n g t h e B a t t e r y 1. Place the battery pack on the phone so that its grooves align. Align the top of the battery with the line on the back of the phone right below the arrows. -
Page 14: Quick Change Method
GETTING STARTED Q u i c k C h a n g e M e t h o d The Quick Change Method allows you to remove your telephone battery at any time and replace it with a charged spare battery dur- ing a telephone call. -
Page 15: Basic Operation
BASIC OPERATION 1. Extend antenna for optimal performance. 2. Press ∏ once. 3. Check the status indicators and display messages before plac- ing a call. No Service Indicator In Use Indicator 8888888 Start-up Self Tests Each time the telephone is turned on, it performs a series of self tests, sounds a tone, and lights all display positions and status indi- cators to check their operation. - Page 16 BASIC OPERATION Status Indicators Indicators 8888888 8888888 8888888 If no key is pressed within 8 seconds: •The keypad backlight will extinguish to conserve the battery level. •The signal strength meter will continue to flash indicating that the power is still on. Explanation IU (In Use Indicator) •Flashes when call is in progress.
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Page 17: Placing A Call
BASIC OPERATION 1. With the power on, enter the number you wish to call. 2. Press Í. 3. Begin the conversation when the called party answers. 4. To terminate the call, press ´. To Correct an Error To clear the last digit entered, press and quickly release Ç. To clear the entire entry, press and hold Ç... -
Page 18: Automatic Redialing
BASIC OPERATION A u t o m a t i c R e d i a l i n g Your telephone includes a convenient feature designed to make repetitive call attempts automatically when a cellular system is busy. If you receive an alternating high/low signal (intercept) or the fast busy tone (reorder signal) when attempting to place a call and wish to retry the call, press Í... -
Page 19: Displaying Battery Voltage Meter
BASIC OPERATION 8888888 Weak Signal The SSM appears every time you turn your phone on. After 8 seconds, the SSM will continuously flash the relative strength of the signal received by the phone. To best utilize the SSM, you should familiarize yourself with the rel- ative Signal Strength levels and their associated Call Placement and Call-in-Progress qualities. -
Page 20: Adjusting Earpiece Volume
BASIC OPERATION A d j u s t i n g E a r p i e c e V o l u m e Press and hold ≥ or ≤ to raise or lower the earpiece volume level. A d j u s t i n g R i n g e r V o l u m e 1. -
Page 21: Two-System Operation
BASIC OPERATION T w o - S y s t e m O p e r a t i o n Your telephone can operate over two different home systems if you have made proper arrangements with your Cellular System Operator. -
Page 22: Antenna System
BASIC OPERATION A n t e n n a S y s t e m The Antenna System of your telephone is designed for optimum performance with the antenna extended. There are two parts to the antenna, one internal and one retractable. This allows you to receive calls on your telephone without having the antenna extended. -
Page 23: Changing Entries
If you wish to save to that location, thus overwriting and erasing the old information, press Ø. If you wish to store the entry in an alternate location, press ´, Ø and the alternate location number. C h a n g i n g E n t r i e s 1. -
Page 24: Recalling Last Number Called
useful when searching for a specific number in memory when you are not certain of its location. 1. Press ‰, then the memory location where you wish to begin your review. The location number and digits stored will appear in the display. The appearance of an apostrophe ( / ) following the location number confirms that you have enabled memory scrolling. -
Page 25: One-Touch Emergency Dialing
1. Press and hold digit keys until the IU (In Use) indicator lights. This indicates that the call has been initiated. Once numbers have been stored in Memory Locations 02 through 09, calls can be placed from these locations by pressing and hold- ing the associated key for approximately 1 second. -
Page 26: Tone Dialing (Two-Part Calling)
If your party gives you another number to call, simply enter it from the keypad. If you make an error, press Ç to erase the last digit entered or hold Ç to erase the entire entry. Advise your party that they will hear tones as you store the num- ber. - Page 27 maximum of 24 digits. (Each pause occupies a digit.) However, in order to store this information to a memory loca- tion, each sequence can only contain 16 digits. 5. To store a Linked Sequence, press Ø, then enter the two- digit location number where you wish to store the number.
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Page 28: Placing A Linked Call
IMPORTANT: Do not add PIN Code in Linked Sequence. Phone will automatically insert PIN Code when placing a Linked Call. Follow instructions on page 33. P l a c i n g a L i n k e d C a l l Follow the procedure shown below to place a Linked Call from a sequence already stored to a memory location (see the example on the previous page to construct this sequence). -
Page 29: Features
These features are designed to simplify operation or provide addi- tional convenience during special situations. The Feature Menu permits you to review, enable or disable most of your telephone’s features through the keypad and display. T o E n a b l e / D i s a b l e a S p e c i f i c F e a t u r e 1. -
Page 30: Distinctive Ringer
D i s t i n c t i v e R i n g e r Your phone includes a new feature called Distinctive Ringer. This feature allows you to access one of nine different ringer styles. When this feature is selected, the phone will provide a brief sam- ple of that ringer style. -
Page 31: Multiple Key Answer
AvTo AvTo To change this feature’s setting, enter the Feature Menu by follow- ing the instructions listed on page 29. M u l t i p l e K e y A n s w e r This allows the user to answer an incoming call by pressing Í, ≤... -
Page 32: One-Touch Emergency Dialing
O n e - T o u c h E m e r g e n c y D i a l i n g Memory Location 01 may be used for an emergency number that you may wish to dial, even if your phone is locked. EMRGCY EMRGCY To change this feature’s setting, enter the Feature Menu by follow-... -
Page 33: Reminder Beeps
R e m i n d e r B e e p s (Available in some models only) Your Cellular Carrier may offer enhanced features such as Short Messaging. Ask your Cellular Service Provider if this is supported in your system. If Short Messaging is not supported in your system, Reminder Beep selection will have no effect. -
Page 34: Feature Status Review
FEATURES 1. Enter the number you wish to call. 2. Press Í. 3. Wait for double tone Beep Beep . 4. Press Í. The phone will automatically send the PIN Code (stored in Memory Location 07). If you enter a service area which does not require a PIN Code, dis- able the feature in the Feature Menu. -
Page 35: Timers
TIMERS Call Timers provide a useful means of monitoring the air-time spent in conversation. Several of these operate in the background and can be displayed at any time. Each timer begins counting as a cellular channel is assigned, or when the phone rings to signal an incoming call. If an incoming call is not answered, the timers revert to their previous values. -
Page 36: One Minute Beep
O n e M i n u t e B e e p 1. Press Ï, ⁄. 2. Scroll the menu by pressing • or £ until the display shows: ONEMiN ONEMiN 3. Press Ç once to turn this feature on or off. 4. -
Page 37: Security Features
SECURITY FEATURES Your telephone offers several forms of security features against unauthorized use. Activating these features requires either your three-digit unlock code, or the six-digit security code. The factory programmed unlock code is 1, 2, 3 and the factory programmed security code is 000000. -
Page 38: Changing Unlock Code
SECURITY FEATURES C h a n g i n g U n l o c k C o d e 1. Press Ï, ‚. 2. Enter your six-digit security code. 3. Enter the new desired three-digit unlock code. 4. Press Ø. The new unlock code will display to confirm storage. A u t o m a t i c L o c k This feature automatically locks your phone each time the unit is turned off. -
Page 39: Accessories
To change the unit to unrestricted operation, use the procedure above and enter service level 4. Motorola offers a variety of accessories for use with your cellular phone. The accessories packaged with your phone may vary. Accessories are available separately if they were not included with your phone. -
Page 40: Chargers
Several sizes and capacities are available. To help achieve maximum life and capacity of your new nickel metal hydride battery, it is suggested that you charge with Motorola approved chargers, and do not leave the battery in the charger for more than 24 hours. - Page 41 the same direction as the front of the telephone. You will hear a click to indicate that the connection has been properly made. Plug the AC Charger/Transformer in an AC wall outlet. In order to optimize battery charge time, plugging in the AC Charger/Transformer will power your phone off.
- Page 42 NOTE: It is recommended that Talk Pak batteries be charged in the front pocket. The battery in the front pocket has priority and if it is in range, is rapid charged first. Once the rapid charge of the front pocket battery is complete, the charger switches to rapid charge of the second battery.
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Page 43: Ultra Saver
ACCESSORIES U l t r a S a v e r The optional Ultra Saver requires no installation and allows you to power your telephone from a vehicle’s battery via the cigarette lighter. This is particularly valuable when driving rental cars. While using the Ultra Saver, you conserve your phone’s battery, and also provide a slow charge to the battery. -
Page 44: Travel Charger
coil cord from the telephone by squeezing both sides of the Ultra Saver connector until the tabs release, then press ∏. This will return you to your telephone call. The phone will not go through the normal power-up cycle described on page 15. You will only have five seconds to complete this action before your tele- phone call is terminated. - Page 45 ACCESSORIES set while driving a vehicle. Please check the laws of your jurisdic- tion before purchasing or using a headset. THE Portable Cellular Connection™ Interface Your phone is data compatible and may be used in conjunction with THE Portable Cellular Connection Interface to connect to peripheral devices that are compliant with telephone industry RJ-11 specifications.
- Page 46 ACCESSORIES Compaq Direct Connect The direct connection cable allows Compaq computers using Compaq’s SpeedPAQ™ 144 internal modem to transmit data or FAXes over the cellular system. Simply connect one end of the cable to your phone and the other end to the cellular connector on the modem.
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Page 47: Roaming And System Operation
ROAMING AND SYSTEM OPERATION There are generally two types of cellular systems serving any met- ropolitan area. One of these will most likely be operated by the telephone company that provides telephone service to your com- munity, generally referred to as a wireline carrier. The other Cellular Service Provider is a radio common carrier, referred to as a non-wireline carrier. -
Page 48: Selectable System Registration
ROAMING AND SYSTEM OPERATION Contact your system operator, or that of the visited system, for informa- tion on dialing and billing procedures. To use alternate long distance services when roaming, be certain to dial the appropriate area code and local number to access the alternate car- rier in the visited area. -
Page 49: Changing System Type
ROAMING AND SYSTEM OPERATION System Type Selection If home system is wireline (type B) Flashing RM (Roam) indicator = call on A system Slow flashing RM (Roam) indicator = call on home type system Slow flashing IU (In Use) indicator = call on home system Home Only Mode Phone will not operate outside its home system. -
Page 50: C Scan
This feature will limit the systems on which you can inadver- tently operate and thus minimize billing problems. C Scan is a fea- ture that must be activated or deactivated by a Motorola Authorized Service Center or dealer. When C Scan is activated Preferred SIDS will be deactivated. See page 49. -
Page 51: Before Calling For Service
BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE Is the unit locked? See Electronic Lock, page 37. Is the NS (No Service) indicator lit? See page 16. Is a unique operating mode programmed? Constant flashing of RM (Roam) while in your home service area may indicate that an incompatible System Type has been selected. -
Page 52: Message Glossary
MESSAGE GLOSSARY • key displayed as A System A phone number 1 System A phone number 2 AUTO ANSROFF Automatic Answer feature MKEY ANSROFF Multiple Key Answer Feature System B phone number 1 System B phone number 2 Battery Meter Precedes Cumulative Timer display (also used to display £... - Page 53 MESSAGE GLOSSARY EMRCY OFF Emergency Dialing feature FULL Selected Memory Location is full XOME System Type Selection — Home Mode LEVEL 1 Call Restriction selected LEVEL 4 No Restrictions (standard setting) AUTOLOCKOFF Automatic Lock feature LO BAT Low Battery Loc/D Unit is locked MUTE Microphone muted...
- Page 54 MESSAGE GLOSSARY REMiND MSGON Signal Strength Meter SCAN A System Type Selection (scan non-wireline A only) SCAN AB System Type Selection (scan A type first, then B ) SCAN B System Type Selection (scan wireline B only) SCAN BA System Type Selection (scan B type first, then A ) All user features set to standard STD AB System Type Selection (non-wireline standard mode)
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Page 55: Index
INDEX ACCESSORIES ........39 Adjusting Earpiece Volume ......20 Adjusting Ringer Volume. - Page 56 INDEX Displaying Battery Voltage Meter ..... . 19 Displaying Own Phone Number ..... . 20 Displaying Unlock Code .
- Page 57 INDEX Mouthpiece ........11 Multiple Key Answer.
- Page 58 INDEX Recalling Last Number Called ......24 Receiving a Call ........18 Reminder Beeps .
- Page 59 INDEX TIMERS ........35 Tone Dialing (Two-Part Calling) .
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Page 60: Patent Information
PATENT INFORMATION Manufactured under one or more of the following U.S. patents: 4 1 2 1 2 1 8 4 6 4 8 1 2 5 4 1 2 4 8 7 9 4 6 4 9 5 4 3 4 1 2 7 8 2 4 D 2 8 8 6 8 3 4 1 3 8 6 8 1... -
Page 61: Quick Reference Section
QUICK REFERENCE SECTION Turn On Unlock Place Call Turbo Dial Receive Call End Call Store Number Recall Number Call Number Displayed Lock Unit Review Battery Meter Adjust Volume Recall Last Number Used Recall Own Phone Number Individual Call Timer Resettable Call Timer Cumulative Call Timer Access Features Menu Review/Scroll... - Page 64 Response Center; in U.S.,1-800-331-6456; in Canada, 1-800-461-4575. For information about your cellular service, please call your service provider (Carrier). Please visit us at: www.mot.com Printed in U.S.A. and Motorola are trademarks of Motorola, Inc. © 1995 Motorola, Inc. 68P09396A92-A 1/29/97-RGC...