Panasonic EB-GD76 Operating Instructions Manual

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EB-GD76
Digital Cellular Phone
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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions EB-GD76 Digital Cellular Phone Before operating this equipment please read these instructions completely.
  • Page 3: Important Information

    Important Information We, Matsushita Mobile Communications Development of Europe Ltd, declare, that the EB-GD76 conforms with the essential and other relevant requirements of the directive 1999/5/EC. A declaration of conformity to this effect can be found at http://www.panasonicmobile.com/support Safety Considerations...
  • Page 4 – this does not affect your statutory rights. This Panasonic mobile phone is designed, manufactured and tested to ensure that it complies with the specifications covering RF exposure guidelines applicable at the time of manufacture, in accordance with EU, USA FCC, and Australian ACA regulations;...
  • Page 5: Care And Maintenance

    Care and Maintenance Care and Maintenance Pressing any of the keys may produce a loud tone. Avoid holding the phone close to the ear while pressing the keys. Extreme temperatures may have a temporary effect on the operation of your phone. This is normal and does not indicate a fault.
  • Page 6: Quick Reference

    Quick Reference Quick Reference "Press ( Z ) to select". Direction which the user can move around the display abcd screen using the Navigation key. Press a key once for a particular phone operation. Z +Hold “Press and hold” a key for a particular phone function. Representation of screen menu option.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Important Information ....... . i Safety Considerations ....... . . i Care and Maintenance .
  • Page 8 Voice Dial Entry Setup ....... 22 Recalling Voice Dial Entries ......23 Dialling Voice Dial Entries .
  • Page 9 Schedule ........47 Creating a Reminder .
  • Page 10 viii...
  • Page 11: Getting Started

    Getting Started Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic digital cellular phone. This phone is designed to operate on the Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM), GSM900 or GSM1800. Ensure the battery is fully charged before use. Before operating this phone please read the “Important Information”...
  • Page 12: Removing The Sim

    Getting Started Removing the SIM Unlock the SIM retainer by gently pushing towards the top of the phone (1). Gently lower the SIM retainer (2) and remove the SIM (3). Ensure the SIM retainer is correctly locked before re-fitting the battery and battery cover. Fitting the Battery Ensuring the label is uppermost, locate the two lugs at the top of...
  • Page 13: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery Connecting the Travel Charger The battery must be fitted in the phone before the charger is connected. Ensuring the arrows on the plug are to the front of the phone. Insert the charger into the base of the phone. Note: DO NOT force the connector as this may damage the phone and/or the charger.
  • Page 14: Low Battery Warning

    Getting Started Low Battery Warning When the battery power is low a warning tone will sound and a flashing LOW BATTERY message will be displayed. If this occurs during conversation, finish your call immediately. The power will automatically shut off after the warning tone. Fully recharge the battery. See “Charging the Battery”...
  • Page 15: The Menu System

    Digit keys 0 to 9 , * and # – # will switch on and off Discreet Mode The Menu System The menu system allows the user to access all the functions of the phone that are not accessible purely by key strokes. Display Icons Following some operations the display will automatically clear after three seconds or after pressing any key.
  • Page 16: Information

    Getting Started flashes when an unread message is stored or lights when message area is full is displayed when phone lock is enabled indicates that it is possible to make emergency calls indicates the received signal strength: \ - weak signal, T - strong signal indicates the received GPRS signal strength: \ - weak signal, T - strong signal...
  • Page 17: To Select A Function

    To Select a Function Z Q then use the navigation key as a joystick to move around the icons on the screen in any of the four directions ( a , b , c , d ). When a particular menu is highlighted, Z Q , and a submenu is displayed.
  • Page 18: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Basic Operation Switching the Phone On/Off To switch the phone on or off Z +Hold E When the phone is switched on a greeting will be displayed and then the phone will go into Idle. Making a Call Ensure that the phone is switched on, the network operator logo is displayed and the signal strength meter shows network coverage is available in the current area.
  • Page 19: Emergency Calls

    Emergency Calls To make an emergency call the antenna symbol ( S ) must be present. Enter 112 Z D or if no SIM is fitted to the phone Z QaQ Automatic Redial When a call is unsuccessful you may want the phone to redial the number again automatically.
  • Page 20: Earpiece Volume Control

    Basic Operation Earpiece Volume Control The volume level may be adjusted during a call: Use a to decrease the volume, use b to increase the volume Note: Volume control for Personal Handsfree accessory is adjusted in the same manner. Locking the Phone With the Phone Lock enabled you will be restricted to answer incoming calls and make emergency calls only.
  • Page 21: Setting Vibration Alert

    Enabling/Disabling the PIN From Idle Z Q , select Phone Menu > Security > PIN Use a select Enable / Disable or Change PIN Z Q Enter PIN (Between 4 and 8 digits) Z Q Setting Vibration Alert When required, the phone can be set up to vibrate when a call is received. Vibration alert enables the user to choose between Continuous, Intermittent vibration alerts when a call is received.
  • Page 22: Setting Ring And Key Volume

    Basic Operation Setting Ring and Key Volume Changing either the ring volume/key volume is done in the same manner. If you increase the ring volume above maximum it will set an escalating ring tone. If you turn the ring volume off, the silent indicator icon ( [ ) will be displayed.
  • Page 23: Phonebook

    Phonebook It is possible to store phone numbers in two locations: In the SIM Phonebook (Q) In the Mobile Phonebook. This means that if you change the SIM, the numbers in the phone are not lost The Mobile Phonebook has the advantage that you can group your phonebook entries together.
  • Page 24: Overwrite Protection

    Phonebook Overwrite Protection If a location is occupied, a prompt will be displayed to confirm that the current information is to be overwritten. Z Q to overwrite the selected location Z B to choose another location number Note: If you amend an entry stored in your phonebook that has a Voice Dial Command assigned to it, you will need to delete and reassign that Voice Dial Command - see “Editing the Voice Dial Entries”...
  • Page 25: Editing Phonebook Entries

    Editing Phonebook Entries It is possible to Detail, View, Recall, Edit, Delete or Create information in the Phonebook. To access any of these functions follow the same procedure for each one. With a phone number or name displayed: Use e to cycle through Detail, View, Recall, Edit, Delete or Create Z Q to select an option Detail...
  • Page 26: Grouping Phonebook Entries

    Phonebook Grouping Phonebook Entries The ability to group phonebook entries together is an extra function of the Mobile Phonebook. Retrieving a Number from a Group Groups are used to collect together types of Phonebook entries, for example business and personal. Each group can be suitably titled for quick access to the entries contained within.
  • Page 27 Use e to select the ring tone that you wish to use for this profile Use e to select the picture Z Q Hot Key Phone Numbers It is possible to dial phone numbers from the Phonebook or Service Dial part of Phonebook very quickly.
  • Page 28: My Numbers

    My Numbers My Numbers My Numbers is a convenient part of Phonebook where voice, fax and data phone number(s) can be stored and viewed. (Q) Adding Numbers From Idle Z Q , select Phonebook > My Numbers Z Q twice Use e until Create is displayed Z Q Enter the name - see “Text Entry”...
  • Page 29: Personalising Your Phone

    Personalising Your Phone Add a Start-up Greeting A personalised greeting can be programmed for when the phone is switched on. From Idle Z Q , select Personalise > Display Setting > Greeting Z Q Use the text entry facility to add a greeting Z Q twice - see “Text Entry”...
  • Page 30 Personalising Your Phone Use e to select the appropriate voice ringer to be changed Z Z Q , start speaking into the microphone. The recording will stop automatically, or before if Q is selected To playback the recording use e to select the appropriate voice ringer Z Q , select Playback Z Q Composing a Melody From Idle Z Q , select Personalise >...
  • Page 31: Download Melody

    Editing your Melody Once the melody has been saved the following operations can be used for re-editing purposes: Z B to delete the character to the left of the cursor Use g to navigate the cursor around the screen Use the relevant keys to insert new notes/rests Disabling all Tones From Idle Z Q , select Personalise >...
  • Page 32: Setting The Backlight Time

    Personalising Your Phone When a message has been received containing a logo: Z Q to acknowledge receipt of the logo Use e to select the logo location Z Q twice The logo is now stored and can be selected as an idle screen option from the Personalise menu.
  • Page 33: Recalling Voice Dial Entries

    Recalling Voice Dial Entries From Idle move and hold the navigation key ( g ) in any one of the four directions a , b , c or d . Speak clearly the name you wish to recall (exactly as recorded) and wait. The above procedure will recall the phone number and the recorded Voice Dial entry is repeated;...
  • Page 34: Changing The Language

    Personalising Your Phone Changing the Language It is possible to change the language that the phone uses for either display messages and/or text entry. From Idle Z Q , select Personalise > Language Z Use e to select Display Language or Tegic Language (text entry) that you wish to change Z Q Use e to select the desired language Z Q Restoring the Default Phone Settings...
  • Page 35: Phone Security

    Phone Security The phone features a number of security functions that protect against unauthorized use, and enable the user to restrict access to certain features - see “Using the PIN” page 10. It is recommended that all security codes are memorized.
  • Page 36: Restricting Calls

    Phone Security Restricting Calls Call Barring The Call Bar function is used to restrict certain outgoing and/or incoming calls. Call Bar is controlled by a security password that is supplied by the Service Provider. When updating or checking the status of Call Bar the phone must be registered with a network.
  • Page 37 “Wild” Numbers Wild numbers are spaces that can be stored in a phone number. The “wild” numbers must be filled before the phone number is dialled. Used in conjunction with Fixed Dial calls can be restricted, for example, to a specific area by storing the area code of a phone and when recalled the remainder can be added.
  • Page 38: Applications

    Applications Applications Clock This phone incorporates a clock with date/time, an alarm and a power on/off feature. A second clock for dual time is also included - see “Second Clock” page 56. Initially Setting the Home Time From Idle Z Q , select Applications >...
  • Page 39: Setting The Clock For Summer Time

    Setting the Clock for Summer Time From Idle Z Q , select Applications > Clock Function > Clock Set > Home > Summer Time Z Q to set Summer Time On or Off Setting the Alarm If the clock hasn’t been set, the user will be prompted to do so prior to setting the alarm.
  • Page 40: Setting A Power On/Off Time

    Applications Adjusting the Alarm Time From Idle Z Q , select Applications > Clock Function > Alarm Set Z Q Use e to select the alarm to be adjusted Z Q Z + Hold B to remove the current alarm time Enter the digits for the time Z Q Use e to select the frequency of the alarm Z Q Use e to select the ring type Z Q...
  • Page 41: Currency Convertor

    Currency Convertor The currency convertor enables the user to convert from/to a home currency using a conversion rate that you enter. From Idle Z Q , select Applications > Currency Z Q Entering an Initial Conversion Rate Enter an abbreviation for the home currency (up to 3 characters) Z Q twice Enter an abbreviation for the foreign currency (up to 3 characters) Z Q twice...
  • Page 42: Text Messages

    Text Messages Text Messages It is possible to receive, display, edit and/or send text messages of up to 459 characters, (Dependant on the language being used) to mobile phones on the same network or any network that has a roaming agreement. Messages will be sent as one message, but will be received as (up to) three messages.
  • Page 43: User Messages

    The user may be asked if delivery confirmation is required. If not required use e to select No Z Q . If yes, use e to select Yes The default setting for delivery confirmation can be enabled/disabled using the Report parameter in the Parameters menu. User Messages When creating a text message, it is possible to use short messages stored in the phone.
  • Page 44: Cut / Copy & Paste Message Text

    Text Messages Edit a Message Use e to select Edit Z Q to edit the message Z Q , this will give the option to send the edited message - see “Creating a Text Message” page 32. Z B if it is not necessary to send the message and it will be stored in the Send List.
  • Page 45: Chat Sms

    Send List When a message has been sent or edited it will be stored in the Send List. Create This allows the user to create a new message or reply to a received message. Review Review allows you to check usage of the message area. Chat SMS Chat, will enable the user to read sent and received messages on one screen when in Chat SMS mode with another party.
  • Page 46: Parameters

    Text Messages Parameters From Idle Z Q , select Messages > Parameters Z Q The following parameters can be set: Recipient Group There are 5 different recipient groups, allowing you to store up to ten destinations in each. Recipient Group enables the user to pre-define the destination of text messages.
  • Page 47 Protocol The Message Centre may be able to convert the message to the format specified by the selected protocol. Broadcast You need to specify the topic(s) of information that you wish to receive as broadcasts before you can receive them. From Idle Z Q , select Messages >...
  • Page 48: Call Information

    Call Information Call Information Recent Numbers Recently dialled phone numbers will be stored in Last Dialled. If Caller Identification is available the caller’s phone number, for an answered call will be stored in the Answered menu and an unanswered call will be stored in the Unanswered menu. If Caller Identification is not available then calls will still be stored but will have the date and time attributed to them.
  • Page 49: Call Duration

    Call Duration From Idle Z Q , select Phone Menu > Call Service > Calls Z Q Note: The Calls function is SIM dependent (Q). If the SIM does not support this function then items under Calls menu will be found directly under Call Service menu.
  • Page 50: Call Charges

    Call Information Call Charges To maintain control over the cost of calls that are made, the phone can be set to restrict use to a finite number of units overall. (Q) Setting the Unit Price Firstly, a price per unit must be entered. This is the cost that the Service Provider charges for one unit of call time.
  • Page 51: Call Identification

    Enter a value (in units) at which time you would like the warning to sound Z Q twice Call Identification In the Call Service menu, the Caller’s ID and Withhold ID functions allow you to check the status of whether a Caller’s Identification is sent or can be received.
  • Page 52: Advanced Operation

    Advanced Operation Advanced Operation Diverting Calls Voice, fax and data calls can be diverted using different circumstances and to different numbers. For example you may wish voice calls to be diverted to Voicemail in the event that the phone is switched off. From Idle Z Q select Phone Menu >...
  • Page 53: Receiving A Second Call

    Receiving a Second Call A second call can be received, if Call Waiting is switched on. This is enabled from the Phone Menu > Call Service menu. It is not possible to have more than one fax or data call. All voice calls must be ended before you can make or receive a fax or data call.
  • Page 54: Call Transfer

    Advanced Operation Call Transfer With two calls connected, Call Transfer enables the user to connect them together ending your connection, leaving the other parties to talk together. When two calls are in use: Use e to select Trans. The two calls will be connected to each other and your call will be ended. Note: Two call transfer cannot be utilized while in Multi-party mode.
  • Page 55 During a Multi-party call: Use e to select Option Use e to select a caller in the Multi-party Use e to select Split The selected caller will be split from the Multi-party call and the Multi-party call will be placed on hold (the remaining Multi-party call callers can still communicate).
  • Page 56: Changing To A New Network

    Advanced Operation Changing to a New Network When not in your home Country / Region, the user may use a network that is not directly subscribed to, this is called ROAMING. National Law may not permit roaming in your home region. The New Network function is used to manually select a network that is available in your current location.
  • Page 57: Schedule

    Schedule The Scheduler can be used to register reminders for personal events as well as planning holiday periods. Caution: Ensure that any settings made in the Scheduler will not contravene any regulations whereby the phone may automatically power on when in an aircraft or medical facility etc. - see “Important Information” page i.
  • Page 58: Setting A Holiday Reminder

    Schedule Setting a Holiday Reminder From Idle Z Q , select Schedule Z Q Use the Navigation key ( g ) to select the day of your holiday Z Use e to select Function Z Q Use e to select Holiday Set Z Q Use e to select Day, Day of the week Z Q three times to update the Holiday List Repeat process for each day of holiday as required.
  • Page 59: Games

    Games Racing Game The object of the game is to control a racing car around a circuit avoiding other cars in the fastest time possible & avoiding obstacles on the track i.e. Oil spillages. Each time a new game is started, the player is credited with three “lives”. Play the Game From Idle Z Q select Games >...
  • Page 60: Wap Browser

    WAP Browser WAP Browser The phone’s WAP (Wireless Application Protocol) Browser enables the user to access Internet services supported by the network, such as news, weather reports, sport etc. Browser Settings Before Internet services can be accessed, the SIM must be data enabled and the relevant configuration information, entered into the phone.
  • Page 61: Activating The Browser

    Activating the Browser To activate the Browser: From Idle Z Q , select Browser > Start Browser Z Q The first time that the browser is activated there will be no content stored so the Home URL content will be displayed (as defined by the network operator).
  • Page 62: Using Bookmarks

    WAP Browser Bookmark Use, add, delete and rename bookmarks. Enter URL Type in a URL directly to go to a known site . Reload Will reload and update the current page. Reset Deletes the content in cache and displays the Home URL content. Exit Deactivates the Browser.
  • Page 63: Deactivating The Browser

    Deleting Bookmarks With content displayed Z A Use e to select Bookmark Z Q Use e to select the relevant bookmark from the list, Z A Use e to select Delete Z Q twice Deactivating the Browser The Browser can be deactivated as follows: When browsing on-line Z E to review cache off line.
  • Page 64: Additional Features

    Additional Features Additional Features Desktop Handsfree Desktop Handsfree enables you to hold a conversation without having to hold the phone to your ear. Note: Do NOT hold the phone to your ear in Handsfree mode. Swapping Between Handsfree and Handheld Calls During a Handheld call: Use e to select H’free Z Q During a Handsfree call:...
  • Page 65: Dtmf Tones

    Play Back a Voice Memo From Idle Z Q , select Applications > Voice Memo Play > Playback Z Q To stop playing, Z Q twice The Note Pad function is available during playback - see “Note Pad” page Volume Control During Playback While playing back: Use e to adjust the volume of the voice memo Delete Memo...
  • Page 66: Note Pad

    Additional Features From Idle Z Q , select Personalise > DTMF Length Use e to select Long Z Q Note Pad During a call numbers can be entered which you may wish to dial when the call has ended. During a call: Enter phone number When the call has ended Z D to call that number To store in Phonebook, Z A while the number is displayed –...
  • Page 67: Accessory Related Features

    Enabling Auto Adjustment From Idle Z Q , select Applications > Clock Function > Clock Set > Second > Auto Adjustment > Auto Adjustment Z Q Repeat to disable Auto Adjustment. Setting Manual Adjustment From Idle Z Q , select Applications > Clock Function >...
  • Page 68: Text Entry

    Text Entry Text Entry The phone provides a means for entering alphanumeric characters to enter details into the Phonebook, to create text and e-mail messages etc. This section details the characters that can be entered and the relevant keys to press.
  • Page 69: T9 ® Text Input

    Text Entry ® Text Input Using this mode of text entry dramatically reduces the number of key presses required: Press a key once for any letter you require on that key. The desired letter may not be displayed. Continue pressing other keys until the end of a word is reached;...
  • Page 70: Menu Structure

    Menu Structure Menu Structure From Idle Z Q to display a menu of phone features. To select a feature, use g to navigate to the icon of the feature you require. Z Q when the icon is highlighted. To exit the current menu and return to the previous level Z B . To exit completely out of the menu structure, Z +Hold B , or E (except during a call).
  • Page 71: Trouble Shooting

    Trouble Shooting Should any problem persist contact your dealer. Problem Cause Phone will not switch on Extremely short The network you are battery life for a using and the new battery condition of the battery can affect battery life Short battery life The battery has worn for an old battery The charging...
  • Page 72 Trouble Shooting Calls cannot be The phone is made locked Outgoing calls are barred The phone is not registered to a network Calls cannot be made from Fixed Dial Store The phone is not switched on Calls cannot be Incoming calls are received barred The phone is not...
  • Page 73: Important Error Messages

    Important Error Messages These are some of the most important error messages which may be displayed: Area Not Roaming in the selected area is not allowed Allowed Network Not Roaming with the selected network is not allowed Allowed Security Failure The network has detected an authentication failure because your SIM is not registered with that network - contact your Service Provider...
  • Page 74 Trouble Shooting Verification On changing the phone lock code, verification of the Failure new code is incorrect - retry changing the lock code with correct verification Incorrect Lock Disabling or enabling the lock code has failed due to Code incorrect entry of the lock code - re-enter lock code Incorrect PIN / The entered code is incorrect - re-enter code PIN2 / PUK /...
  • Page 75: Glossary Of Terms

    Glossary of Terms Access Point Name. Directs the user to the gateway or the required service. Permanently removes selected text from short text message Copy Copies selected text from short text message without removing it from the original message CHAP Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol.
  • Page 76 Glossary of Terms PUK/PUK2 PIN/PIN2 Unblocking Key. Used to unblock the PIN/PIN2. Supplied by your Service Provider. If the PUK/PUK2 is entered incorrectly 10 times, the PUK/PUK2 will be blocked. Registration The act of locking on to a GSM network. This is usually performed automatically by your phone.
  • Page 77: Specifications

    Specifications Phone (Including Battery) GSM900 Class 4 Type GSM1800 Class 1 Temperature Range Charging +5ºC - +35ºC Storage -20ºC - +60ºC Weight Dimensions (mm) Height x Width x Depth 106 x 46 x 16 Supply Voltage 3.7V DC, 650mAh Li-ion Standby Time (hrs) Up to 150 Talk Time (Min)
  • Page 78: Personal Settings

    Personal Settings Personal Settings Use the table below to record your GSM/GPRS WAP settings. Item Provisioning Information Setting No 1 Name Home URL Gateway IP Security Non secure / Secure (Delete One) Bearer Type Circuit Switched (GSM) Digital Dial # Analogue Dial # Circuit Type User Name...
  • Page 79: Sar

    INTERNATIONAL - ICNIRP THIS PANASONIC PHONE (MODEL EB-GD76) MEETS REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES Your mobile phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) recommended by international guidelines (ICNIRP).
  • Page 80: Notes

    Notes Notes...
  • Page 81 Notes...
  • Page 82 The Serial Number can be found on the outside of the phone under the battery. For your convenience we recommend that you note the following details as a record of your purchase. Part Number Serial Number Dealer Name Purchase Date CP8 PATENT ©...
  • Page 84 Printed in Czech Republic Matsushita Communication Industrial Czech s.r.o www.panasonicmobile.com Pardubice, Czech Republic GD7 6 DPK1 2 B...

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