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Blackberry 8700g Getting Started Manual

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Power button
Headset jack
USB port
Side Convenience key
Opens the profile list
Send key
Make a phone call
Alt key
Type the alternate
character on a key
How do I navigate?
Roll the trackwheel
and highlight items on the screen.
Click (press) the trackwheel
menu or select items.
Press the Escape button
cancel an action, or go back one page in
the browser.
Getting Started Guide
Symbol key
Open the symbol list
to move the cursor
to open the
to exit a screen,
BlackBerry 8700g Wireless Handheld™
Mute button
Turn microphone on/off during a call
Shift key
Type a capital letter

Set Convenience keys

In the device options, click
Screen/Keyboard. Set the device program
that should open when you press the
assigned Convenience key.
Notification LED
Trackwheel
Select or click an item
Escape button
Exit a screen
Front Convenience key
Open a list of useful links
in the browser
End key
End a phone call
Return to the Home screen
Backspace/Delete key
Enter key
Speakerphone/Currency
key
Turn speakerphone on/off
during a call
Type a currency symbol

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  • Page 1: Set Convenience Keys

    In the device options, click Screen/Keyboard. Set the device program that should open when you press the assigned Convenience key. to open the to exit a screen, BlackBerry 8700g Wireless Handheld™ Notification LED Trackwheel Select or click an item Escape button Exit a screen...

  • Page 2: Message List

    Shortcuts Phone Open the phone screen or Press make a phone call End a call Press Turn mute on and off Press the Mute button on during a call the top of the device Turn speakerphone on or Press off during a call Change the volume Roll the trackwheel during a call...

  • Page 3: Typing And Editing

    Navigating screens Lock the device/keyboard Click Lock. Set a password for added security. Unlock the Double-click the trackwheel device/keyboard Move the cursor Roll the trackwheel/ vertically/horizontally Hold trackwheel Return to the previous Press the Escape button screen Return to the Home screen Press Click an item Highlight the item >...

  • Page 4: Wireless Network Coverage

    Programs Explore the many useful programs that your BlackBerry® device has to offer. Here are a few to get you started. Click Messages to view the messages list, compose new messages, and set options for email messages. Click Browser to visit web pages, browse for programs and ring tones, and set browser options.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Set a device password Lock and unlock the device Set the date and time Enable profiles Turn on or off the Bluetooth radio Pair with another Bluetooth-enabled device Find help with other features Frequently asked questions BlackBerry Internet Service - frequently asked questions...

  • Page 7: Welcome To Blackberry

    Welcome to BlackBerry! Whether you plan to use your BlackBerry® device for business or personal productivity, you have made an excellent choice! With powerful push- messaging, voice, web, and organizer features, BlackBerry is the all-in-one solution that is designed to keep you connected to the people, data, and resources that you need every day.

  • Page 9: Setting Up Your Device

    Press the battery cover release button. Slide off the battery cover. If the battery is inserted, remove it. Hold the SIM card with the metal contacts facing down so that the notches on the card align with the notches shown on your device. Slide the SIM card into the holder so that it lies flat below the metal guide.

  • Page 10: Charge The Battery

    For example, you can type and save draft email messages, manage tasks, or use the calculator. Note: If you use BlackBerry Internet Service, the account setup process might begin automatically the first time that your device connects to the wireless network.

  • Page 11: Choosing Your Email Setup Option

    A system administrator is managing a BlackBerry Enterprise Server™ within your company. A system administrator has confirmed that you are permitted to use the BlackBerry Enterprise Server. You want to receive messages from a corporate Microsoft® Outlook®, IBM® Lotus Notes®, or Novell® GroupWise® email account.

  • Page 13: Setting Up For Email Using Blackberry Internet Service

    Note: Write down your user ID and password and keep the information in a safe place. You must type this information every time that you log in to your BlackBerry Internet Service account. Select a secret question. If you forget your password, you are prompted with this question.

  • Page 14: Log In To Your Account

    Verify that your device is connected to the wireless network and that you are in a wireless coverage area. Log in to your BlackBerry Internet Service account. See “Log in to your account” on page 10 for more information. Click Add Account.

  • Page 15: Set Account Options

    Outlook or IBM Lotus Notes email account, you might be prompted to install the BlackBerry Mail Connector application on your computer. Complete the on-screen instructions. See "What is the BlackBerry Mail Connector?" on page 21 for more information. Click Submit.
  • Page 16 Connect the larger end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer. On the Windows taskbar, click Start. Click Programs > BlackBerry > Desktop Manager. Note: To find more information about the features of the BlackBerry Desktop Software, click Help > Desktop Help Contents.

  • Page 17: Setting Up For Email Using Blackberry Enterprise Server

    Select Programs > BlackBerry > Desktop Manager. When you are prompted to generate an • encryption key, complete the on-screen instructions. Note: To find out more information about the features of the BlackBerry Desktop Software, click Help > Desktop Help Contents.

  • Page 19: How Do I

    In the messages list, click the trackwheel. Click Compose Email. In the To field, type an email address or a contact name. Type a message. Click the trackwheel. Click Send. In the messages list, click the trackwheel. Click Compose PIN. In the To field, type a PIN or a contact name.

  • Page 20: Add Contacts

    Type a message. or Attach Picture. In the address book, click the trackwheel. Click New Address. Type the contact information. Click the trackwheel. Click Save. In the address book, click the trackwheel. Click SIM Phone Book. Click the trackwheel. Click Copy All To Address Book.

  • Page 21: Enable Profiles

    Click Update Time. Click the trackwheel. Click Save. Note: To set the date and time yourself, set the Date/Time Source field to Off. Set the other fields on the Date/Time screen to display the correct date and time. Save your changes. Enable profiles In the profiles list, click a notification profile.

  • Page 23: Frequently Asked Questions

    See “Choosing your email setup option” on page 7 for more information. If you are using BlackBerry Internet Service, log in to your account using a desktop browser. See “Set account options” on page 11 for more information.
  • Page 24 Your computer must be on and the BlackBerry Desktop Redirector must be running to send and receive messages on your device. Can I set up for email using both the BlackBerry Enterprise Server and BlackBerry Internet Service? If your wireless service permits email setup using more than one service, complete the steps in “Setting up for email using BlackBerry Enterprise...

  • Page 25: Blackberry Internet Service - Frequently Asked Questions

    How do I update my account information? Log in to your BlackBerry Internet Service account. See “Log in to your account” on page 10 for more information. Click View/Modify.
  • Page 26 To view the available space in your mailbox or to set up auto-aging rules, log in to your BlackBerry Internet Service account. Click Manage Folders. BlackBerry Internet Service Online Help...
  • Page 27 © 2005 Research In Motion Limited. All Rights Reserved. The BlackBerry and RIM families of related marks, images and symbols are the exclusive properties of Research In Motion Limited. RIM, Research In Motion, ‘Always On, Always Connected’, the “envelope in motion” symbol and BlackBerry are registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and may be pending or registered in other countries.

  • Page 28: Additional Resources

    User guide The user guide is only a few clicks away on your BlackBerry device! To learn more about how to use your device, click Help. In the menu on your device, click Help to see the help topics that are associated with the program that you are using.

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