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Introduction V150 major assembly and of the component in question. In the U.S.A., to contact Motorola, Inc. on your TTY, call: 800-793-7834 Accessories and Aftermarket Division (AAD) Replacement parts, test equipment, and manuals can be ordered from AAD. U.S.A. Outside U.S.A.
GSM 850,GSM 900 MHz and digital cellular system (DCS) 1800 MHz and 1900 PCS bands. V150 telephones support GPRS and SMS in addition to traditional circuit switched transport technologies. GPRS, where available, provides substantial increases in mobile data communications performance and the efficient use of radio spectrum.
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Product Overview V150 • 96 X 65 pixel color graphical display with 4 lines of text, 1 line of icons, and 1 line of prompts • Display zoom • Display animation • VibraCall® vibrating alert • 4-Way navigation key • Downloadable wallpaper and ring tones •...
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WAP site. The specific site can also be entered by the user. Chat messaging is a carrier option. Personal Information Management The V150 telephone contains a built in calendar with date book reminders and phonebook that can be synchronized easily to a computer or PDA. 6809471A67-O...
General Operation Controls, Indicators, and Input / Output (I/O) Connectors The V150 telephones’ controls are located on the front of the device, and on the keyboard as shown in Figure 1. Indicators, in the form of icons, are displayed on the LCD (see Figure 2).
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Level 1 and 2 Service Manual General Operation Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) The LCD provides an 900 square millimeter color display with user-adjustable contrast settings for optimum readability in all light conditions. The large bit- mapped 96 x 65 pixel display includes up to 4 lines of text, 1 line of icons, and 1 line of prompts.
020159o Figure 3. Menu Structure Alert Settings In addition to preset ring tones, V150 telephones allow the user to download additional ring tones via SMS to your PC. (Availability is carrier and Network dependant). Motorola V150 phones incorporate the VibraCall® discreet vibrating alert that helps to avoid disturbing others when a ringing phone is unacceptable.
Level 1 and 2 Service Manual General Operation Additionally, the profiling feature allows users to identify incoming calls by a specific ringer tone. Battery Information Battery Charge Indicator The telephone displays a battery charge indicator icon in the idle screen to indicate the battery charge level.
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The battery date code is used for cell phone batteries that were manufactured beginning in March 2000. The following paragraphs provide more detail about the battery date code. Backend Pack Manufacturing Site (first position of battery code) A = Motorola Penang J= ESG, Chihuahua S = T.D.I Scotland B = T.D.I. Mexico K= T.D.I.
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Level 1 and 2 Service Manual General Operation Cell Reference Vendor Size Part Number Designator Saft VHAA1200 Maxell 5.5x30x48 ICP053048G NEC-Moli 6.7x30x47.3 MK11-2293 Mitsubishi 4.4x34x56 Lipmo001 Toshiba 6.6x34x50 LGQ633450R Panasonic 6x34x50 CGP34506 Toshiba 3.9x34x56 LAB363456A NEC-Moli 6.5x22x65 MK11-2300 6.6*9.8x47.9 LP063048A Panasonic LL-AAAA HHR70QAB4...
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9 = J = 1999 = Year of battery pack manufacture position 10 & 11 = CC = week twenty two. (backend pack) position 12 = C = Motorola, China. (Frontend Core Pack) position 13, 14 & 15 = placeholders (...) to indicate pack has not been relabeled.
Level 1 and 2 Service Manual General Operation Batteries sold in China have a 16 character date code: Example: YYYYMMDDABCXXXX Where YYYYMMDD is the actual battery manufacturing date A is the line number B is the shift number (A,C is day shift; B, D is night shift) C is a serial number from A to Z XXXX is a sequence number Embedded battery packs use a 6 character date code:...
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General Operation V150 August 20, 2003 6809471A67-O...
Level 1 and 2 Service Manual Tools and Test Equipment V150 Tools and Test Equipment The following tables list the tools and test equipment used on the V150 telephone. Use either the listed items or equivalents. Table 1. Product-Specific Test Equipment and Tools Motorola...
Disassembly V150 Disassembly The procedures in this section provide instructions for the disassembly of a V150 telephone. Tools and equipment used for the phone are listed in Tables 1 and 2, under Tools and Test Equipment in the preceding section.
Level 1 and 2 Service Manual Disassembly Lift the end of the cover and remove it completely. Battery 001075-O Figure 5. Removing the Battery As shown in Figure 5, remove the battery by gently pushing the battery in the direction of the arrow and lifting it from the battery compartment as shown. Replacing the Battery and Battery Cover Align the battery with the battery compartment so the contacts on the battery match the battery contacts in the phone.
Disassembly V150 Removing the SIM Card Remove the battery cover and battery as described in the procedures. As shown in Figure 6, slide the SIM holder in the direction of arrow (A) to unlock. Rotate the SIM holder upward as shown in Figure 6 arrow (B) and slide out the SIM card as shown by arrow (C).
Level 1 and 2 Service Manual Disassembly Removing and Replacing the Antenna Remove the battery cover and battery as described in the procedures. Slide the antenna tool over the antenna until it stops. As shown in Figure 7, while squeezing the tool as shown by (A), rotate the tool and antenna counter- clockwise (B) until loose.
Disassembly V150 Removing and Replacing the Light Guide Remove the battery cover, battery, and antenna as described in the procedures. Use extreme care when removing the light guide to prevent damage to the transceiver board ZIF connector. Light Guide Removal Tool 010089-O Figure 8.
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Level 1 and 2 Service Manual Disassembly As shown in Figure 9 (A), align the right side of the removal tool with the lip of the battery compartment. As shown in Figure 9, carefully insert the tip of the removal tool (B) into the light guide access hole near the top of the rear housing.
Disassembly V150 Removing the Rear Housing This product contains static-sensitive devices. Use anti-static handling procedures to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) and component damage. The phone has no screws to hold it together. The housing is fastened with plastic catches. These are delicate and should be parted using utmost care.
Level 1 and 2 Service Manual Disassembly Lift the rear housing from the front housing as shown in Figure 11. Rear Housing Rear Housing Rear Housing Flex Cable 031753o Figure 11. Removing the Rear Housing Replacing the Rear Housing Connect the flex cable connector to its socket on the transceiver board. Align the 4 front housing catches with the matching slots in the rear housing then firmly press the rear housing to the front housing until the catches engage and the housings are properly assembled.
Disassembly V150 Removing the Transceiver Board This product contains static-sensitive devices. Use anti-static handling procedures to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) and component damage. Remove the battery cover, battery, antenna, light guide, and rear housing as described in the procedures The flex cable is easily damaged. Exercise care when handling.
Level 1 and 2 Service Manual Disassembly Remove the flex from the ZIF connector to disconnect from the transceiver board. The Delrin tweezer or EMEA flexprint removal tool may be used to assist with disconnecting the flex, if necessary, as shown in Figure 12. Transceiver Board Front Housing 031733o...
Disassembly V150 Removing and Replacing the Microphone and Microphone Grommet This product contains static-sensitive devices. Use anti-static handling procedures to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) and component damage. Remove the battery cover, battery, antenna, light guide, rear housing, and transceiver board as described in the procedures.
Level 1 and 2 Service Manual Disassembly microphone will fit into the board only one way. Ensure the microphone assembly is fully seated against the PCB. Do not force the microphone into its socket. The connector is keyed to fit only one way. Removing and Replacing the Keypad PCB Remove the battery cover, battery, antenna, light guide, rear housing, and transceiver board as described in the procedures.
Removing the Flip Assembly There are no Level 1 or 2 replaceable parts in the V150 telephone flip assembly. The flip assembly is not removable from the front housing at Level 1 and 2 Service Centers.
Level 1 and 2 Service Manual SIM Card and Identification SIM Card and Identification Live SIM Card A SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card is required to access the existing local GSM network, or remote networks when traveling (if a roaming agreement has been made with the provider).
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SIM Card and Identification V150 13. Repeat steps 1 - 10 but type 022# at step 6 to transfer second block of data to the clone card. 14. Repeat steps 1 - 10 but type 025# at step 6 to transfer final block of data to the clone card.
The Mechanical Serial Number (MSN) is an individual unit identity number and remains with the unit throughout the life of the unit. The MSN can be used to log and track a unit on Motorola's Service Center Database. The MSN is divided into 4 sections as shown in Figure 17.
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SIM Card and Identification V150 • TRANSCEIVER NUMBER: Identifies the product type. Normally the SWF number. (i.e. V100). • PACKAGE NUMBER: Identifies the equipment type, mode, and language in which the product is shipped. Picasso Tracking Label The number recorded on the Picasso label, when used with the MSN, allows precise identification of the device’s origin.
Troubleshooting Manual Test Mode The Motorola Product Family A28 telephone is equipped with a manual test mode capability. This capability allows service personnel to take control of the unit and make the unit perform desired functions by entering certain keypad commands.
DCS Mode 981# GSM Mode Display all pixels Troubleshooting Chart Table 5. V150 Telephone: Level 1 and 2 Troubleshooting Chart SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE VERIFICATION AND REMEDY 1. Telephone will not turn on or stay on. a) Battery either discharged or Measure battery voltage across a 50 ohm (>1...
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Level 1 and 2 Service Manual Troubleshooting Table 5. V150 Telephone: Level 1 and 2 Troubleshooting Chart (Continued) SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE VERIFICATION AND REMEDY 2. Telephone exhibits poor reception or a) Antenna assembly defective. Check to make sure that the antenna pin is...
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Troubleshooting V150 Table 5. V150 Telephone: Level 1 and 2 Troubleshooting Chart (Continued) SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE VERIFICATION AND REMEDY b) Earpiece speaker defective. Remove the transceiver board assembly from housing and insert into known good front housing assembly. Ensure good flex connection.
Level 1 and 2 Service Manual Troubleshooting Table 5. V150 Telephone: Level 1 and 2 Troubleshooting Chart (Continued) SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE VERIFICATION AND REMEDY 10. Internal Charger not working. a) Faulty charger circuit on transceiver Test a selection of batteries in the rear pocket of board assembly.
Part Number Charts V150 Part Number Charts The following charts are provided as a reference for the parts associated with V150 telephones. Exploded View Diagram 031741o Figure 19. Exploded View Diagram August 20, 2003 6809471A67-O...
Level 1 and 2 Service Manual Part Number Charts Exploded View Parts List Table 6. Exploded View Parts List Item Motorola Part Item Motorola Part Description Description Number Number Number Number 0185775K28 Flip assembly 6185635H04 Light guide/housing pin 5504765Z08 Hinge Assembly...
SYN7456 Adapter Plug, Australia / New Zealand SYN8127 Adapter Plug, India SYN7461 Vehicle Power Adapter SYN4241 Smart CELLect™ 2000 Cable PCC7000 Personal Handsfree System SYN8390 Leather Holster SYN8089 V150 Dual Band Mobile Telephone User’s Guide, English August 20, 2003 6809471A67-O...
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1 and 2 6809471A67-O Level 1 and 2 Service Manual V150 accessories headset jack 14 part numbers 48 accessory connector port 14 alert settings 16 identification 39 antenna, removing and replacing 27 international mobile station equipment identity 39 mechanical serial number 39...
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V150 battery 17 rear housing 30 controls, indicators, and I/O connectors 14 SIM card 26 icons 15 transceiver board 32 alarm 15 replacement parts battery charge indicator 15 ordering 7 home zone 16 replacing message 15 antenna 27 real time clock 15...
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Level 1 and 2 Service Manual customer 7 product 7 test equipment 23 text entry 13 tools 23 transceiver board removing 32 replacing 33 troubleshooting 41 manual test mode 41 manual test mode commands 41 voice recognition 12 WAP (Wireless Access Protocol) 12 warranty service 7 6809471A67-O August 22, 2003...
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V150 Index-4 February 13, 2001 6809471A67-O...
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