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- Page 1 1-800-BUY-OMNI http://www.omnipoint.com ©1997 Omnipoint Communications Services. All rights reserved. Printed in the USA. Omnipoint is a registered trademark of Omnipoint Corporation. Motorola is a trademark of Motorola, Inc. Ericsson CH388 & CF388 ® Printed on recycled paper.
- Page 2 WHAT’S IN YOUR OMNIPOINT KIT Along with your Ericsson portable handset, your Omnipoint package also contains the following items: • User Guide (the one you’re reading now). • “Getting Started” letter. • Rechargeable battery. • Travel Charger. • Ericsson CH/CF 388 User’s Manual: a complete manufacturer’s reference to all handset functions.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
SAY HELLO TO OMNIPOINT Omnipoint Communications is the first 100% digital wireless service provider in the New York area. That means your calls go through more easily. Your conversations sound better. And all your communications are secure. But talking is just the beginning. Your Omnipoint handset is more than a phone –... -
Page 4: Let's Get Started
(See p. 17 for additional information on battery charging – and for important safety information, see your Ericsson User’s Manual.) > Read The Omnipoint “Who & Why” Brochure. You’ll get a quick review of the features and benefits that make Omnipoint service so attractive –... -
Page 5: All The Basics
Your SIM Card. Your Ericsson User’s Manual. This Omnipoint User Guide covers basic information on operating your Ericsson handset – and a lot more you can do to customize the operation of your handset, including special memory and menu functions. -
Page 6: Your Handset
YOUR HANDSET Your Ericsson handset might look like a cellular phone, but it’s different. It’s 100% digital – and it does more. Your handset lets you make and receive calls. It also lets you receive messages, in both text and numeric form. And it lets you send and receive short e-mail messages. -
Page 7: Your Keypad
YOUR KEYPAD In addition to the standard alphanumeric keypad found on all phones, your Ericsson handset also has keys that let you perform special functions. Here’s a review of the basics: > F. Press to place a call after you’ve entered a phone number. Also: •... -
Page 8: Your Display
Your keypad also unlocks automatically when you answer a call, turn your handset off, or replace the battery. The display screen on your Ericsson handset can tell you a lot – and help you use menu and memory functions to do some pretty amazing things. -
Page 9: Placing & Receiving Calls
To bring up menus, press the left or right CD key and hold down (or repeatedly press) until the menu you want is on display. Then press F to select the menu. For full details on how to use each menu, see your Ericsson User’s Manual. PLACING & RECEIVING Now you’re ready for the fun part: how simple and satisfying it... - Page 10 (Note: the emergency operator won’t be able to call if your SIM Card is not in your handset.) (See your Ericsson User’s Manual for additional important information on making emergency calls.)
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Page 11: Calling Information Functions
“SET DATE” lets you set the year, month, and day. • “CLOCK MODE” lets you select am/pm mode or 24-hour mode. (See your Ericsson User’s Manual for more information on how to set your alarm, time, and calendar functions.) FUNCTIONS... -
Page 12: Charging Your Battery
It will not power up again until the battery is recharged. Notes On Batteries. See your Ericsson User’s Manual for complete details on proper use and care of your batteries, battery charging and other important safety information. -
Page 13: Removing & Replacing Batteries
REMOVING & REPLACING BATTERIES Your battery is designed to be easy to remove in case you need to change batteries or access your SIM Card. To remove a battery: > First, turn the handset off by pressing the G key and holding it until you hear a click. -
Page 14: More Than A Phone
SIM Card on the top right. For more information, see your Ericsson User’s Manual. Note: a person using your SIM Card in your handset or in another handset will incur charges on your Omnipoint account. -
Page 15: A Word About Messages
A WORD ABOUT MESSAGES Let’s talk about one of the biggest advantages of Omnipoint digital service over analog cellular service: with your Omnipoint handset, you can send and receive text messages. That means you’re always within reach – because your family, friends, and co-workers will be able to send messages to you even if you’re on another call, you’re busy, your handset is off, or you’re out of the Omnipoint coverage area. - Page 16 Reading Messages. > You’ll first see the message header on your display. Message headers contain the following information: • “SENT” indicates that your message has previously been sent. • “NEW” indicates an unread message. You’ll also see the date and time the message was sent. •...
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Page 17: Using Your Answering Machine
F. (This will automatically dial * 1 2 3.) (Note: model CF 388 has a special Voice Mail key; pressing this key automatically dials the Omnipoint message center. For information on setting up this function, see your Ericsson User’s Guide.) - Page 18 Listening To Your Messages. When you reach your Answering Machine, press 1 to play your messages. While listening to voice messages on your Answering Machine, you can control playback by using your handset keys. Here are the functions you can perform: >...
- Page 19 Your Voice Message Capacity. Each voice message can be up to one minute in length. Your Answering Machine can save up to 15 voice messages. New messages are stored for 14 days. A message you deliberately save is also stored for up to 14 days. As space in your Answering Machine is limited, Omnipoint recommends that you delete unwanted voice messages as well as the accompanying notification messages that the Answering Machine...
- Page 20 > To erase your greeting, press 7. If you erase your greeting, a standard greeting with your recorded name will be used. Changing Your Password or Name. You can also change your password or recorded name at any time while connected to your Answering Machine. Use main menu 4, Personal Options.
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Page 21: Getting Numeric Paging Messages
GETTING NUMERIC PAGING MESSAGES Your Omnipoint handset can also serve as your personal pager – to keep you in touch, even if you can’t answer a call. Your caller will be able to send a numeric page directly to your handset, even if your handset is turned off or you’re out of the Omnipoint coverage area. -
Page 22: Sending Short E-Mail Messages
2 key once; to type “B,” press the 2 key twice. For lower-case letters, use the A key. For more information, see your Ericsson User’s Manual.) > If two successive letters in the name you’re entering appear on the same key, wait until an underline appears to the right of your last letter, then enter the next letter. - Page 23 > To enter a space, press the 1 key once. > Use the 1 key to enter punctuation marks and special characters, including “-,” “?,” “!,” “.,” “:,” and others. > Use the 0 key to enter special characters, including “+,”...
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Page 24: Using Caller Id
For quickly returning phone calls, these stored numbers can be easily retrieved. (See your Ericsson User’s Manual for instructions.) • Distinctive Ringing. Using Caller ID, some Omnipoint handsets allow you to program distinctive rings for telephone numbers stored in your handset’s memory. - Page 25 > Your Omnipoint telephone number will not be sent with this call. > The next time you make a call, your telephone number will be sent unless you precede the number with A67. To block your outgoing Caller ID number on all the calls you make: >...
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Page 26: Using Call Waiting/Call Hold
USING CALL WAITING/CALL HOLD Omnipoint’s Call Waiting/Call Hold service is an important way to make sure you don’t miss important calls. Call Waiting/Call Hold lets you accept a new call while you’re already on the phone. While you’re talking to someone, you can also make an outgoing call to someone else, and keep both calls active by placing one or the other on hold. -
Page 27: Using Call Forwarding
While in the FORWARD Menu, use the CD keys to select “CANCEL ALL.” Press F. The message “PLEASE WAIT” will appear on your display. After a few seconds, you’ll see a message that Call Forwarding has been canceled. (For more information, see your Ericsson User’s Manual.) -
Page 28: Your Personal Phone Book
YOUR PERSONAL PHONE BOOK Your Omnipoint handset is smart – even smart enough to remember the phone numbers you want to call and store the numbers of calls you receive. Names and numbers are stored in the memory of both your handset and your SIM Card. -
Page 29: Speed-Dialing From Your Phone Book
(Note: you can also scroll through memory positions by name; see your Ericsson User’s Manual for complete information.) Redialing The Last Number You Called. You can automatically call the last number you dialed. -
Page 30: Other Advanced Services
OTHER ADVANCED SERVICES There are many more advanced personal communications features available to Omnipoint subscribers who select the Value Feature Package and Advanced Feature Package. Here’s a brief description: > Information Services. Stay well-informed while on the go. Depending on the Omnipoint plan you choose, your handset’s screen will display New York Times news headlines, weather forecasts, lottery drawing numbers, daily horoscopes, sports updates, general business news or even stock quotes on... -
Page 31: Facts, Tips, Options
How to get help. • Using and caring for your handset. • Omnipoint accessories available for your Ericsson handset. • A glossary of terms. On The Inside Back Cover. We’ve left a place to write down some of your most important Speed Dialing numbers. -
Page 32: Troubleshooting
But because your handset operates over radio frequencies, you may experience difficulties in some locations – therefore you should never rely solely upon your handset for essential communications in emergencies. (See your Ericsson User’s Manual for additional important information.) Here’s a quick set of notes and troubleshooting tips: If you have a weak signal or see the message “NO NETWORK”... -
Page 33: Getting Assistance
GETTING ASSISTANCE Omnipoint Customer Care is always available to serve you – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Here’s our number again: 1-888-OMNI-611. If you’re using your handset, all you have to do is dial 611. All calls to Omnipoint Customer Care are made at no charge to your account. -
Page 34: Using Your Handset Safely
USING YOUR HANDSET SAFELY Because your Omnipoint phone operates by radio transmission, you’ll need to know a few safety tips. Your Ericsson User’s Manual has complete information on the following subjects: > Exposure to radio frequency energy. > Efficient phone operation. -
Page 35: Handset Accessories
Holds your handset for protection while traveling. > Leather Pouch Pouch carrying case for your handset. Use Only Approved Batteries. Use only approved batteries and battery chargers with your Ericsson handset. (See your Ericsson User’s Manual for additional important information on batteries and other accessories.) -
Page 36: Glossary
GLOSSARY OF TERMS Here are definitions for some of the features and terms in this Omnipoint User Guide. For more information, see the page reference number given after each definition. • Answering Machine function allows your handset to act as an answering machine for receiving basic voice message service.