Sony CM-ZS300 Operating Instructions Manual

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CDMA PCS
Telephone
Operating Instructions
Draft Tuesday, February 09, 1999
CM-ZS300

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  • Page 1 3-864-802-11 CDMA PCS Telephone Operating Instructions Draft Tuesday, February 09, 1999 CM-ZS300...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Getting Started Features ........................7 Unpacking Your Phone ....................8 Phone Overview......................9 Charging the Battery ....................13 Turning On the Phone....................16 Activating the Phone ....................17 Using Basic Functions Making Calls......................19 Receiving Calls ......................20 Saving Names and Numbers Saving a Phone Number ..................21 Editing a Saved Name ....................24 Changing the Phone Book Location of a Saved Name ........24 Viewing a Saved Number..................25...
  • Page 4 Contents Checking Your Call History Call History......................38 Viewing Detailed Information of Calls List Entries...........38 Changing the Phone Settings Settings Options ......................39 Displaying the Settings Menu ................40 Sounds ..........................41 Display..........................42 Security ..........................43 Timers ..........................44 Network...........................44 Misc ..........................45 Hands Free Kit........................45 Speakerphone .........................46 Headset..........................46 Customizing Your Phone Date/Time........................47...
  • Page 5: Getting Started

    See page xx for more information. Service Provider Features: Your service provider may be able to “activate” other special features in your Sony phone. Caller ID and Short Message Services are examples of features provided by many...
  • Page 6: Unpacking Your Phone

    Getting Started Unpacking Your Phone Your phone package includes the following items. If anything is missing, contact your nearest Sony dealer. CM-ZS300 Telephone (1) QN-029BPL Li-Ion Battery (1) QN-001AC AC Adapter Additional accessories and different AC adapters may be supplied with phones outside North America.
  • Page 7: Phone Overview

    Getting Started Phone Overview Telephone (Front) Lights when there is an incoming call; lights green when charging; lights red when charging is complete. Earpiece Display Keypad Use the keypad to enter numbers. Press and hold a number button for touch dialing.
  • Page 8 Getting Started Telephone (Back and Sides) Ringer speaker Allows ringer sounds to be heard. Battery Battery release tab Push up to remove the battery. Antenna ™ Jog Dial navigator Push and turn to navigate menus and to change settings. Connector Use to connect the phone to either the AC adapter or to one of the other accessories available for your phone.
  • Page 9 To select an option, push in the Jog Dial Navigating through the Displays 199 Name 199 Scratch Pad Calls Made Received Calls Missed Calls Messages Date and Time Sony Settings Settings Search/Sort Sounds 01 Name 1 Display 02 Name 2 03 Name 3...
  • Page 10 Getting Started Display Icons and text appear on the display to show the status of the phone. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 (in-use)/ (out-of-service) The in-use icon appears during a call. A slash through the in-use icon appears when no signal is received.
  • Page 11: Charging The Battery

    Getting Started Charging the Battery Charge the battery before using the phone. A new battery is not fully charged. To charge the battery, attach it to the phone, then connect the supplied AC adapter. NOTE You can also use the accessories listed on page 57 to charge the battery. Attaching the Battery Hook the battery onto the bottom of the phone 1, and lower the battery down 2.
  • Page 12 Getting Started Charging the Battery You can charge the battery using the AC adapter that is supplied with some phones. You can also use one of the accessories listed on page XX to charge your battery. Connect the AC adapter to the phone and the other end to a standard AC outlet as illustrated below.
  • Page 13 Getting Started Checking the Battery Battery life A new, fully charged battery lasts approximately as long as described below before it needs to be recharged. Battery life may vary depending on conditions of use. Standby time 80 hours Talk time 3.5 hours Battery status The battery icon indicates the battery level as follows (when the power is on):...
  • Page 14: Turning On The Phone

    Getting Started Turning On the Phone To use your phone, the power must be turned on. It is preferable to extend the antenna, since this maximizes signal strength and minimizes interference. Extending the Antenna Hold the end of the antenna and pull up until fully extended.
  • Page 15: Activating The Phone

    Getting Started Activating the Phone Before you can begin making and receiving calls, you need to obtian service from from a service provider. For information about service providers, check with the dealer from which you purchased the phone.
  • Page 16 Getting Started...
  • Page 17: Using Basic Functions

    Using Basic Functions Making Calls You can call any number up to 32 digits from within your service area. Use the number buttons to enter the number. If you enter a wrong number Press To clear all entered digits Press To return to the standby display Hold down If the microphone arm is closed, open it to dial.
  • Page 18: Receiving Calls

    Using Basic Functions Receiving Calls You can receive calls as long as the out-of-service ( ) icon is not displayed. When you receive a call, the ringer sounds or the phone vibrates. Incoming flashes, and the LED blinks. Call If the ringer is turned off, you will not hear the ringer. is displayed.
  • Page 19: Saving Names And Numbers

    Saving Names and Numbers Your phone can store up to 199 name entries with up to 400 phone numbers. Name entries can include one or more phone numbers. Each phone number can contain up to 32 digits. Saving a Phone Number On the standby display, use the keypad to enter the phone number you want to save.
  • Page 20 Saving Names and Numbers Entering hyphens and pauses In addition to digits, you can insert hyphens, time pauses, and hard pauses into phone numbers. (See “To release a pause or link during a call” on page 31 for information on releasing a pause or link during a call.) Hyphens When you enter a hyphen manually (for example, when you want to store a number that does not follow the US/Canada standard),...
  • Page 21: Alphanumeric Characters

    Saving Names and Numbers Saving a New Name If you selected in step 4 of “Saving a Phone Number” on page 21, New Name use the following steps to create a new name. Use the Jog Dial navigator to enter the name, as follows: To select a letter Turn up and down.
  • Page 22: Editing A Saved Name

    Saving Names and Numbers Editing a Saved Name You can edit a name you have saved to the phone book. On the standby display, turn to select the phone book name that you want to edit. Push The contents of the selected name are displayed. Turn to select the name.
  • Page 23: Viewing A Saved Number

    Saving Names and Numbers Viewing a Saved Number If a saved phone number is too long to be seen completely on the standby display, you can use the feature to see the complete number. View Number On the standby display, turn to select the name that contains the phone number that you want to view.
  • Page 24: Restricting One Phone Number Assigned To A Saved Name

    Saving Names and Numbers Restricting One Phone Number Assigned to a Saved Name You can restrict a phone number that is assigned to a saved name. Restricting numbers can be dialed from the phone book only after entering the security code? See “XX”...
  • Page 25: Unrestricting One Phone Number Assigned To A Saved Name

    Saving Names and Numbers Unrestricting One Phone Number Assigned to a Saved Name You can unrestrict a phone number that you have restricted. See “Restricting One Phone Number Assigned to a Saved Name” on page 26. On the standby display, turn to select the name that contains the restricted number that you want to unrestrict.
  • Page 26: Creating A Voice Label To A Saved Name

    Saving Names and Numbers Creating a Voice Label to a Saved Name You can create a voice label, a short (how long?) recording that you can assign to a saved name. This is useful for ..? On the standby display, turn to select the name that contains the restricted numbers that you want to unrestrict.
  • Page 27: Setting A Saved Number As The Main Phone Book Number

    Saving Names and Numbers Setting a Saved Number as the Main Phone Book Number If you have multiple phone numbers assigned to a saved name, one number is designated the “main” number. The main number appears first under the phone book name ... what are the other advantages to being the main? On the standby display, turn to select the name that contains the phone number that you want to set as the main phone book number for...
  • Page 28: Erasing A Saved Phone Number

    Saving Names and Numbers Erasing a Saved Phone Number You can erase a phone number you have saved to the phone book. On the standby display, turn to select the name that contains the phone number that you want to erase. Push The contents of the selected name are displayed.
  • Page 29: Calling A Saved Number

    Calling a Saved Number You can quickly locate the names and phone numbers that you have saved. For information on saving names and phone numbers, see “Saving Names and Numbers” on page 21. Calling a Saved Number You can use the Jog Dial navigator to easily call phone numbers you saved in the phone book.
  • Page 30: Finding A Saved Phone Number

    Calling a Saved Number Finding a Saved Phone Number Searching by Phone Book Location You can find saved phone numbers by entering its phone book location number. On the standby display, enter the phone book location number (a maximum of three? digits). Push Turn up to select...
  • Page 31: Speed Dialing

    Calling a Saved Number Speed Dialing HOW IS THIS DIFFERENT FROM FINDING THE NUMBERS AS IN “Using a Three-Number Search” on page 32. SIMULATOR DOESN’T DO THIS. To dial quickly, you can enter the phone book location numbers. The phone calls the number stored in the corresponding location.
  • Page 32: Adding A Prefix To A Saved Phone Number

    Calling a Saved Number Adding a Prefix to a Saved Phone Number You can use the feature to add a prefix to a phone number Prefix Number before dialing. For example, you can add an area code prefix to a phone number you saved as a local phone number.
  • Page 33: Using Fast 4 Dialing

    Calling a Saved Number Using Fast 4 Dialing The Fast 4 Dialing feature enables you to quickly call a saved phone number by entering only the last four numbers of the number. For example, to Fast 4 dial the saved phone number 215-555-1212, just enter 1212 on the keypad and then press SEND.
  • Page 34 Calling a Saved Number...
  • Page 35: Checking Your Call History

    Checking Your Call History Your phone includes a phone book, in which you can store up to 199 (01–99) phone numbers with names. Each phone number can contain up to 32 digits, and each name up to 12 characters. This section shows how to store, edit, and erase phone book numbers.
  • Page 36: Call History

    Checking Your Call History Call History Calling from the Calls List Information on the ten most recent outgoing calls, incoming calls, scratch pad entries, and missed calls are stored in the phone's Calls List. If you call the same number twice in a row, only the most recent call is stored in the Calls List.
  • Page 37: Changing The Phone Settings

    Changing the Phone Settings The Settings menus ... description to come Settings Options Option Description Sounds Enables you to adjust the volume of the ringer, (page 41) keybeep, and earpiece. You can also select the type of sounds heard when the phone rings and when you press buttons.
  • Page 38: Displaying The Settings Menu

    Changing the Phone Settings Displaying the Settings Menu To access the Settings menu [This page would be step-by-step instructions on how to access the Settings menu -- maybe a menu map ...] Turn up to select , then push Settings Select one of the following ...
  • Page 39: Sounds

    Changing the Phone Settings Sounds You can use the Sounds menu to adjust the volume of the ringer, keybeep, and earpiece. You can select the type of sounds heard when the phone rings and when you press buttons. You can also select to have vibration alert instead of a ringing sound.
  • Page 40: Display

    Changing the Phone Settings Display You can use the Display menu to change the appearance of the onscreen display. Display Option Description Settings Length of time the backlight remains Backlight for 30 secs while the phone remains untouched. for 15 sec for 7 sec Always On (available when...
  • Page 41: Security

    Changing the Phone Settings Security You can use the Security menu to restrict unauthorized access to your phone and the information it contains. You can reset menu settings to default and store emergency numbers. Unlike other items on the Settings menu, accessing the Security menu requires a lock code when you select it from the menu.
  • Page 42: Timers

    Changing the Phone Settings Timers You can use the Timers menu to check call durations. In addition, you can set the phone to alert you every minute of a call. Timer Option Description Settings You can view the total duration of all Total Calls calls.
  • Page 43: Misc

    Changing the Phone Settings Misc On the Miscellaneous menu, you can set the phone to enable touch dialing, and to redial automatically. Also, you can use this menu to lock the keypad. Option Description Settings Disables the keypad. Key Guard Touch Dial When set to On, enables you to hold number keys to dial Memory locations.
  • Page 44: Speakerphone

    Changing the Phone Settings Speakerphone Description to come. Option Description Settings Ringer Vol High Medium Keybeep Vol High Medium Speaker Vol Backlight Always On for 30 secs for 15 sec for 7 sec Headset Description to come. Option Description Settings Earpiece Vol Keybeep Vol High...
  • Page 45: Customizing Your Phone Date/Time

    Customizing Your Phone Date/Time Using the Clock Setting the Alarm Clock Setting the Banner You can change what the banner reads. Push to select Banner from the standby screen. The Banner display appears. The current banner text is displayed. Push again to start editing. A message appears, asking you to enter a new banner.
  • Page 46: Using The Scratchpad

    Customizing Your Phone Using the Scratchpad Your phone has a scratchpad feature, which is useful for writing down phone numbers temporarily. The phone doesn't send DTMF tones when you enter digits to the scratchpad. Turn to select Scratch Pad, then push . Use the keypad to enter the digits.
  • Page 47: Using Short Messaging Services

    Using Short Messaging Services This section contains information on the Short Messaging Service (SMS). This feature may allow you to receive voice or text messages. Contact your service provider to see if this service is available in your area. Receiving Messages To receive messages, the phone must be turned on.
  • Page 48: Accessing Messages

    Using Short Messaging Services Accessing Messages Push twice from the standby display. The Message menu appears, indicating the number of the following types of messages, respectively: Voice mail messages (see below). Unread text messages and pages (see page 5.4). Text messages and pages that you have already read but are still stored in memory (see page 5.4).
  • Page 49: Reading New Text Messages

    Using Short Messaging Services Reading New Text Messages You may be able to read text messages received by your phone. Check with your service provider to see if this service is available. Urgent messages are listed above non-urgent ones, with the most recent entries first. After you view a new text message, it is saved as an old text message.
  • Page 50 Using Short Messaging Services To protect a text message You can lock a message to protect it from being erased. After reading a message, push . The Options menu appears. Turn to select , then push . Lock Msg A message indicates that the message is now locked. The phone does not erase locked messages automatically.
  • Page 51: Erasing Old Text Messages [F14]

    Using Short Messaging Services To erase a text message After reading a text message, push . The Options menu appears. Turn to select Erase Msg , then push . The message is erased. Erasing Old Text Messages [F14] Turn - down to select Erase Old from the Message menu, then push . The Erase Old menu appears.
  • Page 52 Using Short Messaging Services...
  • Page 53: Additional Information

    Additional Information Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Remedy Page Nothing appears on the • The phone is off. Turn the phone on. display. • Battery is fully discharged. Recharge the battery. The out-of-service icon • The phone is outside the service area, or the ( ) appears.
  • Page 54 Additional Information Problem Cause/Remedy Page You cannot place or • Make sure that the phone is turned on, and receive calls. that the out-of-service icon is not displayed. • Check the system settings. If you are roaming, consult your service provider concerning roaming agreements.
  • Page 55: Accessories

    Additional Information Accessories Supplied Accessories Additional accessories and different AC adapters may be supplied with phones outside North America. to come International Accessories to come...
  • Page 56 Kit (QN-025PHK) (QN-029BPL) Adapter (QN-020TCL) How to Purchase Accessories Hands-Free Car Kit (QN-030HFK) Call 1-800-488-SONY (7669) to order additional accessories (USA only).All accessories may not be available at press time. Some accessories may not be available outside the United States.
  • Page 57: Specifications

    Additional Information Specifications Frequency Range Transmit 1851.25 to 1908.75 MHz Receive 1931.25 to 1988.75 MHz Dimensions 3.9 x 2.5 x .8 inches (h/w/d) (95 x 63 x 21 mm) (not including antenna) 4.8 oz. (136 g) Mass (Weight) (including battery) Operational Phone -22°F to 140°F (-30°C to 60°C)
  • Page 58: Rules And Regulations

    Additional Information Rules and Regulations The U.S. Federal Communications Commission and the Industry Canada regulate cellular telephone service in their respective countries. It is important for you, the cellular telephone user, to observe the applicable regulations when operating your cellular telephone in either country. In addition to these U.S.
  • Page 59: Safety Precautions

    Additional Information While it is unlawful for any unauthorized person to divulge or use any information obtained from intercepting or “listening in on” conversations intended for others, you should not assume that your conversation is completely secure. Interference - No person shall interfere with, or cause interference to, any radio communication or signal.
  • Page 60 Additional Information For your phone to operate at the lowest power level consistent with satisfactory call quality, please observe the following guidelines: Your phone has an extendable antenna; extend it fully whenever possible for maximum efficiency. Hold the phone as you would any other telephone. While speaking directly into the mouthpiece, position the antenna up and over your shoulder.
  • Page 61 Additional Information Electronic Devices Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF energy. However, RF energy from cellular telephones may affect some electronic equipment. RF energy may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic operating and entertainment systems in motor vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or its representative to determine if these systems are adequately shielded from external RF energy.
  • Page 62 Additional Information Potentially Explosive Atmospheres Turn your phone OFF when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere. It is rare, but your phone or its accessories could generate sparks. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.
  • Page 63: Fcc/Battery/Legal Statement

    Battery/Legal Statement...
  • Page 64: [Back Cover] 800 Numbers/Web Address

    Additional Information [back cover] 800 Numbers/Web Address...

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