3: Phone Mode Operation; Introduction; Getting Started In Phone Mode - Iridium extreme ptt User Manual

3: Phone Mode Operation

Introduction

In Phone Mode, your Iridium Extreme® PTT device will support Iridium
telephony services provided that you have an active SIM card with service
subscription. Supported services include:
• Phone
• Voicemail
• SMS
• Location – using SMS
• SOS – using phone calling and SMS
To access Phone Mode, power on your Iridium Extreme® PTT device by
pressing the power button. The first time you use your Iridium Extreme®
PTT device, it will power on in Phone Mode. If you have used the device
previously and the phone launches into PTT Mode, you will need to press
Menu and then press the left soft key to Switch to Phone.

Getting Started in Phone Mode

Hold the phone as you would any other telephone. Fully extend the
antenna then rotate the antenna to either the left or right detent. The
antenna should be vertical to the ground and have a clear unobstructed
view of the sky.
Tips on Efficient Operation
For your phone to operate most efficiently:
1. Keep your phone battery charged to ensure that the phone is ready for
use when needed.
2. Fully extend your antenna and rotate top portion of antenna as needed
to ensure antenna is pointed directly up while in use.
3. Make sure the antenna has a clear unobstructed view of the sky.
4. Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily when the phone is in use.
5. Contact with the antenna affects call quality and may cause the phone
to operate at a higher power level than otherwise needed.
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