Contents Getting Started... 1 Removing the Battery Door ...3 Locating Your SIM Card ...3 Battery ...4 Powering On and Off...7 Activating Service...7 Enabling Security ...7 Phone Programming ...8 Finding Your Phone Number and Direct ® Connect Number ...8 ® Nextel Voice Mail...9 ®...
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Safety and General Information ... 50 RF Operational Characteristics ...50 Portable Radio Product Operation and EME Exposure...50 Electro Magnetic Interference/Compatibility...53 Medical Devices ...53 Operational Warnings...54 Operational Cautions...55 Accessory Safety Information...56 MOTOROLA LIMITED WARRANTY ... 58 Patent and Trademark Information ... 62...
Getting Started volume controls PUSH TO TALK (PTT ) button audio jack accessory connector retractable antenna earpiece light sensor external display back key speaker (in back) internal display option keys power button space key microphone...
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Note: For more information on your i833 phone, refer to the i833 User’s Guide at www.motorola.com/iden/support. To view the guide, select Product Manuals and choose the guide from the pull-down list. To start using your i833 phone: •...
Removing the Battery Door 1 Make sure the phone is powered off. See “Powering On and Off” on page 7. 2 Press the release button and pull the battery door away from the phone. button Removing the Battery Door Locating Your SIM Card Your SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card is a small piece of plastic located in the SIM card holder in the back of your phone, underneath the...
Getting Started Battery Inserting the Battery Your phone comes with a Slim Lithium Ion Battery. 1 Remove the battery door. 2 Insert the battery into the battery area. Press the battery down to secure it. 3 To replace the battery door, locate the tabs on the battery door and the slots in the phone.
5 Move the top of the battery door into place. Press it over the release button until you hear a click. Charging the Battery Your phone comes with a rapid travel charger. 1 Plug the charger into an electrical outlet. 2 Open the connector cover.
Standard 2.5 hours Battery Use and Maintenance 4 hours • The Motorola iDEN Approved Lithium Ion chargers provide optimum performance. Other chargers may not fully charge the iDEN Lithium Ion battery or may yield a reduced number of lifetime charge cycles.
• Lithium Ion batteries have a self discharge rate and without use, lose about 1% of their charge per day. • The battery capacity is degraded if the battery is stored for long periods while fully charged. If long term storage is required, store at half capacity.
Getting Started Phone Programming Within 24 hours of enabling security, you will receive an alert notification containing your Personal Telephone Number (PTN), Nextel Customer Care number, Direct Connect number, and Talkgroup lists for Group Connect calls. 1 When you receive an alert notification saying New Browser Message - Receive Programming Info, press A under Goto.
Note: If you request equipment related transactions on your account, Nextel Customer Care may require you to provide specific information about your phone. By pressing m anytime while in My Info, a context-sensitive menu will appear that includes your phone's service status, unit information, and phone identification numbers including IMEI, SIM ID, and Serial Number (SN).
Getting Started The screen shown above is the idle screen. The idle screen appears when your phone is on, but not engaged in any activity. Text Area This area displays menus, messages, names, phone numbers, and other information. Display Options Two display options appear at the bottom of most screens.
Main Menu All your phone’s features can be accessed through the main menu. You can set the main menu to appear as a list or as large icons. Access to Nextel Online services. Java Apps Java applications on your phone. Settings Customize your phone.
Getting Started Messages Access messages. Voice Mail Net Alert Call Forward Set call forwarding options. Datebook Schedule appointments. new event form list of events Datebook menu Memo Store a number to access later. Call Timers Phone usage information. Recent Calls Lists recent calls.
Talkgroup In Use — Your phone is active on a Group Connect call. Active Phone Line — 1 indicates phone line 1 is ready to make calls; 2 indicates phone line 2 is ready to make calls. Call Forward — Your phone is set to forward calls.
Getting Started Inserting and Removing Your SIM Card Important: Do not touch the gold-colored areas of your SIM card. The SIM card is designed for optimal Contacts storage and feature use. For Nextel SIM card compatibility information, visit www.nextel.com/sim. If you remove your SIM card and use it with another phone, or use another SIM card with your phone, the following information is erased: •...
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3 Carefully slide your SIM card into the SIM card holder. 4 Close the SIM card holder. Removing Your SIM Card Important: To avoid loss or damage, do not remove your SIM card from your phone unless absolutely necessary. 1 With your phone powered off, remove the battery door and battery.
Getting Started 3 Carefully slide your SIM card out of the SIM card holder. 4 Close the SIM card holder. Note: Protect your SIM card as you would any delicate object. Store it carefully. Locking the Keypad Locking the phone’s keypad prevents its buttons from being pressed.
While the keypad is locked, you can respond to incoming calls, messages, and alerts just as you do when the keypad is not locked. When finished, press e to return to the idle screen. The keypad remains locked. You also have the option of setting your phone to automatically lock the keypad if there has been no activity for a specified time.
Getting Started Here is additional information you need to be aware of until the number you have brought to Nextel is active on the Nextel network: Nextel ® Voice Mail We suggest you set up your voice mail box after the number you brought to Nextel is active on your Nextel phone and your temporary phone number is deactivated.
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i833 Phone Menu Tree VoiceRecord [New VoiceRec] VoiceRecords (if any) Java Apps Label Java Applications (if any) Deinstall Lock/Unlock Permissions Add To License Info Memory Java System Delete Reset System Delete All Delete All My Info Settings Name Display/Info Line 1 Phone Calls Line 2 DC/GC Options...
Making Calls Making Calls Your i833 phone makes two types of calls: digital cellular phone calls and Direct Connect calls. With Direct Connect calls, you use your phone as a long-range, digital walkie-talkie. Phone Calls With the Flip Open 1 Enter the number you want to call. 2 To place the call: Press s.
Tip: When you store a Direct Connect number in Contacts it is good practice to include the whole Direct Connect number including the asterisks in case you travel with your phone, or another Direct Connect user whom you are trying to reach travels with their phone, outside of your network.
Making Calls Using One Touch Direct Connect One Touch Direct Connect sets your phone to call the most recent Direct Connect number on the recent calls list, or a Direct Connect number you choose, every time you press the PTT button. See “Setting One Touch Direct Connect User’s Guide for more information.
To turn mute off: Press A under Unmute. Making Emergency Phone Calls Your phone supports emergency calling. Emergency phone calls can be made even when your SIM card is blocked or not in your phone. Dial 911 to be connected to an emergency response center.
Nextel ® Voice Mail Nextel Voice Mail ® Note: To receive voice mail messages, you must first set up your voice mail box. Note: If you are bringing your phone number from another carrier, we suggest you set up your voice mail box after the number you brought to Nextel is active on your Nextel phone and your temporary phone number is deactivated.
To dismiss the message notification: If the flip is closed, press .. -or- If the flip is open, press O or press A under Back, or close the flip. If the caller leaves a message, this icon appears on the display, reminding you that you have a new message.
Nextel Online ® Services Nextel Online Services ® You can use your phone’s Net feature to access a suite of wireless data products known as Nextel Online (NOL) services. Services include Two-Way Messaging, Web and Premium Web, Address Book, Mobile Email, and wireless access to AOL Instant Messenger With the exception of the Two-Way Messaging Express service, Nextel Online* services require...
To access the Web: Select Web Sites, Downloads & Marketplace, or Search To access Address Book: Select Business Tools > Address Book To access Mobile Email: Select Email & More > Mobile Email To access AOL Instant Messenger ® Select Email & More > AIM Note: Many screens will require you to enter text.
Nextel ® Terms and Conditions of Service Nextel Terms and ® Conditions of Service IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THIS ENTIRE AGREEMENT CAREFULLY. This wireless service agreement (the "Agreement"), consisting of these General Terms and Conditions and the Plan Information is an agreement between you individually or, if a business, your business entity or corporation ("Customer"), and the Nextel local operating affiliate authorized to provide...
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CONSIDERATION OF THE PAYMENTS AND THE MUTUAL COVENANTS AND CONDITIONS SET FORTH IN THIS AGREEMENT, NEXTEL AND CUSTOMER AGREE AS FOLLOWS: 1. ACCEPTANCE OF THIS AGREEMENT - Customer will have accepted and be bound by this Agreement if Customer (1) provides Nextel with a written or electronic signature;...
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Nextel ® Terms and Conditions of Service Customer must either furnish the increased Deposit to Nextel within a reasonable time of its receipt of notice or terminate the Agreement during this period without incurring any liability for early termination. If Customer does not furnish Nextel with the increased Deposit amount or terminate the Agreement and pay to Nextel all amounts Customer owes to Nextel in a timely manner,...
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Agreement. Nextel may extend the Minimum Term by any period of time during which Service was suspended to Customer or during time on a seasonal Service Plan. Upon completion of the term, this Agreement shall automatically renew on a month to month basis until the Agreement is terminated by either Nextel or Customer upon thirty (30) days prior notice.
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Nextel ® Terms and Conditions of Service or other malicious code. Customer shall not modify, disassemble, deinstall or alter the Equipment in any manner, except in accordance with the use instructions accompanying the Equipment. Customer may not resell or lease the Service or the Equipment to any other person or party.
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Only certain Internet sites may be accessed by Customer, and certain Nextel Online may not be available in all areas where Service is provided. Content - Customer may, from time to time, access through Nextel Online Services statements, ® opinions, graphics, photos, music, services and other information ("Content"), including Content provided by third parties.
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Nextel ® Terms and Conditions of Service an estimate and actual service coverage may vary. CUSTOMER'S SERVICE AREA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME IN NEXTEL'S SOLE DISCRETION. Service quality and availability within Customer's Service Area is also affected by conditions Nextel does not control, including the Equipment, problems associated with interconnecting carriers, power failures, "viruses",...
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with features such as voicemail and caller identification. Monthly access charges shall begin once Customer's Service is activated, which may occur before Customer receives the Equipment. Usage Charges - Depending on the Service Plan selected, Customer may incur usage charges for Services such as: wireless calling, Direct Connect , Nationwide Direct Connect...
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Nextel ® Terms and Conditions of Service messages will be charged at the per message rate. Depending on the plan, Customer may be charged on a per kilobyte basis (one megabyte equals 1024 kilobytes and one kilobyte equals 1024 bytes), for Customer's use of Nextel Online Kilobytes may be used for, without limitation, browsing the Internet, accessing Nextel Online...
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government mandated, but is collected to recover Nextel's costs for complying with Federal Communications Commission ("FCC") programs and mandates. The FPCR fee is subject to adjustment, and Nextel will provide advance notice to Customer through the "Nextel News" section of Customer's bill or a bill insert of any significant increase in the FPCR fee.
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Nextel ® Terms and Conditions of Service the full amount due under this Agreement, plus any additional amounts charged under this paragraph. If Nextel obtains the services of a collection or repossession agency or an attorney to assist in remedying any breach of this Agreement by Customer, including but not limited to, Customer's nonpayment of charges, Customer shall be liable for this expense.
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allotted Services and any monthly service charge will not be prorated to the date of termination. On occasion, Customer may be billed for Services in a month other than the month in which Customer used the Service. The creation of new cell sites, Nextel's implementation of new billing technology, delays in the reporting of international or other roaming charges between carriers, and other...
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Nextel ® Terms and Conditions of Service under this Agreement; (2) Customer behaves in an abusive, derogatory, or otherwise unreasonable manner to any Nextel employee, representative or agent; (3) Nextel has reason to believe that Customer's Service is being used in a fraudulent manner or for an illegal purpose (such as unusual activity levels or calling patterns);...
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CUSTOMER OR TO ANY THIRD PARTY FOR EAVESDROPPING ON OR INTERCEPTION OF COMMUNICATIONS MADE WHILE USING THE SERVICE OR THE EQUIPMENT. 911 or Other Emergency Calls - The Service does not interact with 911 and other emergency services in the same manner as non-wireless or landline telephone services.
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Nextel ® Terms and Conditions of Service retaining the same phone number; (4) list Customer's contact information (e.g., name, address, and Number) in a telephone or subscriber directory, or include such information in a directory assistance service; (5) provide handset-based or network-based geographic information services via Nextel-provided or third party software Applications;...
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will not support services provided by other wireless carriers, except for those services provided by an entity operating compatible iDEN equipment or in connection with roaming to certain countries outside of the United States. NEXTEL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT) RESULTING FROM INSTALLATION OF THE EQUIPMENT BY CUSTOMER OR ANY THIRD PARTY.
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Nextel ® Terms and Conditions of Service ANY NEXTEL EMPLOYEES, AGENTS OR REPRESENTATIVES, ARE PROVIDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT AS WARRANTIES BY NEXTEL OF ANY KIND. CUSTOMER ASSUMES ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR USE OF THE SERVICE AND THE QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE OF THE EQUIPMENT.
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WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, NEXTEL'S SOLE LIABILITY FOR SERVICE DISRUPTION, WHETHER CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF NEXTEL OR OTHERWISE, IS LIMITED TO A CREDIT ALLOWANCE OF NOT MORE THAN THE PROPORTIONATE CHARGE TO CUSTOMER FOR THE PERIOD OF SERVICE DISRUPTION. EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE SET FORTH IN THE PRECEDING SENTENCE, IN NO EVENT SHALL NEXTEL BE LIABLE FOR ACTUAL DAMAGES OR FOR CONSEQUENTIAL,...
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Nextel ® Terms and Conditions of Service AND CLASS ACTIONS. CUSTOMER SHOULD READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY; ARBITRATION IS FINAL, BINDING AND SUBJECT TO ONLY VERY LIMITED REVIEW BY A COURT.THIS SECTION GOVERNING DISPUTES SHALL SURVIVE TERMINATION OF THIS AGREEMENT. Mandatory Arbitration - CUSTOMER AND NEXTEL AGREE TO ARBITRATE ANY CLAIM, CONTROVERSY OR DISPUTE ARISING UNDER OR RELATED TO THIS AGREEMENT OR ANY...
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ANY ARBITRATION SHALL BE CONDUCTED BY A SINGLE NEUTRAL ARBITRATOR. CUSTOMER AND NEXTEL SHALL COOPERATE IN GOOD FAITH TO SELECT THE ARBITRATOR WITHIN THIRTY (30) CALENDAR DAYS OF THE COMMENCEMENT OF ANY ARBITRATION PROCEEDING. IF CUSTOMER AND NEXTEL CANNOT AGREE UPON A NEUTRAL ARBITRATOR WITHIN THE THIRTY DAY PERIOD, THEN EITHER PARTY MAY REQUEST THAT THE AAA APPOINT, IN ITS SOLE...
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Nextel ® Terms and Conditions of Service CONSOLIDATED, CLASS-WIDE OR REPRESENTATIVE BASIS AND THAT IF ARBITRATION IS NOT CONDUCTED ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS, THIS SECTION 16 SHALL BE DEEMED NULL AND VOID. THE ARBITRATOR MAY AWARD INJUNCTIVE RELIEF ONLY IN FAVOR OF THE INDIVIDUAL PARTY SEEKING RELIEF AND ONLY TO THE EXTENT NECESSARY TO PROVIDE RELIEF WARRANTED BY THAT PARTY'S INDIVIDUAL...
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Accessing NOL Services From Your Phone Limitation on Third Party Beneficiaries - This Agreement is not for the benefit of any third party other than the Nextel Associates. Governing Law - The laws of the state associated with the area code assigned to Customer's Number will govern this Agreement, without regard to the conflicts of laws rules of that state.
Portable Radio Product Operation and EME Exposure Your Motorola radio product is designed to comply with the following national and international standards and guidelines regarding exposure of human beings to radio frequency electromagnetic energy (EME): •...
“IN USE”. Holding the antenna affects call quality and may cause the radio product to operate at a higher power level than needed. Approved Accessories For a list of approved Motorola accessories call 1-800-453-0920, or visit our website at www.motorola.com/iden.
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The SAR information reported to the FCC includes the FCC-accepted Motorola testing protocol, assessment procedure, and measurement uncertainty range for this product.
Electro Magnetic Interference/Compatibility Note: Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI) if inadequately shielded, designed or otherwise configured for electromagnetic compatibility. Facilities To avoid electromagnetic interference and/or compatibility conflicts, turn off your radio product in any facility where posted notices instruct you to do so.
Safety and General Information Other Medical Devices If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information. Use While Driving Check the laws and regulations on the use of radio products in the area where you drive.
as grain, dust or metal powders, and any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine. Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often but not always posted. Blasting Caps and Areas To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn off your radio product when you are near electrical blasting caps, in a blasting area, or in areas posted: “Turn off two-way radio”.
Safety and General Information Clean the external surfaces of the radio product with a damp cloth, using a mild solution of dishwashing detergent and water. Some household cleaners may contain chemicals that could seriously damage the radio product. Avoid the use of any petroleum-based solvent cleaners. Also, avoid applying liquids directly on the radio product.
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• The cord size is 18AWG for lengths up to 100 feet and 16AWG for lengths up to 150 feet. • Do not operate any battery charger if it has received a sharp blow, has been dropped, or has been damaged in any way; take it to a qualified service technician.
PURCHASED IN THE UNITED STATES OR CANADA What Does this Warranty Cover? Subject to the exclusions contained below, Motorola, Inc. warrants its Motorola iDEN Digital Mobile and Portable Handsets ("Products"), Motorola-branded or certified accessories sold for use with these Products ("Accessories") and...
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(c) use of the Products or Accessories for commercial purposes or subjecting the Product or Accessory to abnormal usage or conditions; or (d) other acts which are not the fault of Motorola, are excluded from coverage. Accessory Safety Information Use of Non-Motorola Products and Accessories.
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Who is covered? This warranty extends only to the first consumer purchaser, and is not transferable. What will Motorola Do? Motorola, at its option, will at no charge repair, replace or refund the purchase price of any Products, Accessories or Software that does not conform to this warranty.
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Motorola software. Motorola software may only be copied into, used in, and redistributed with, the Products associated with such Motorola software. No other use, including without limitation disassembly of such Motorola software or exercise of the exclusive rights reserved for Motorola, is permitted.