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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter 1: Introduction o What is Skype? o What about my NexoTek Phone? o Product Features o Package Contents o System Requirements Chapter 2: Setting Up Skype o Download and Installation o Creating a New Skype Account...
  • Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter 7: Troubleshooting o SkyMagic Icon Indicators Enabling SkyMagic to use Skype o Your Computer Audio Settings o Contacting NexoTek Appendices o Appendix A: Managing Skype Contacts Adding a Skype Contact Removing a Skype Contact o Appendix B: Assigning a Speed Dial Number...

  • Page 4: Chapter 1: Introduction

    It’s simple, efficient, and gets rid of long-distance calling costs. What about my NexoTek phone? Your NexoTek phone has been designed to be used with Skype for a more convenient Internet calling experience. The NT-W100D Internet Cordless Phone provides you with mobility when making Skype calls.

  • Page 5: Package Contents

    CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION Package Contents Your NT-W100D box contains the following items: One (1) NexoTek NT-W100D Internet Cordless Phone o One (1) phone o One (1) base One (1) USB cable One (1) rechargeable 250mAh lithium battery One (1) SkyMagic installation CD...

  • Page 6: Chapter 2: Setting Up Skype

    CHAPTER 2: SETTING UP SKYPE How do I set up Skype? In order to use your phone, you will need the Skype program installed on your computer. If you already have Skype installed, please skip to Chapter 3. There are three main parts of the Skype setup process. First, you must download the program for free from the Internet and install it to your computer.
  • Page 7 CHAPTER 2: SETTING UP SKYPE 3. On the next page that loads, press the Download button. 4. Another page will load. Press the Download button once again. 5. When the download window opens, choose the Run option.
  • Page 8 CHAPTER 2: SETTING UP SKYPE 6. Your computer will now download a file called SkypeSetup.exe. This may take a few seconds. 7. When the download finishes, you will see a window asking what you want to do with the file. Again, press the button that says Run.
  • Page 9 CHAPTER 2: SETTING UP SKYPE 8. A window containing the Skype End User License Agreement will appear. Check the box that says Yes, I accept the EULA and I have read the Privacy Statement. Then click Install. The Skype files will now be copied to your computer.

  • Page 10: Creating A New Skype Account

    CHAPTER 2: SETTING UP SKYPE Creating a New Skype Account 1. Now you will begin the second part of setting up Skype, creating a new account. You will make a user name and a password to log in and use the program. This is the name exclusive to you that you will use to talk to other people in the Skype community.
  • Page 11 CHAPTER 2: SETTING UP SKYPE 3. In the next window, you have the option of entering your e-mail address and country or region and city of residence. This information is optional. If you choose to give your e-mail address, you also have the option of receiving news and special offers from Skype.
  • Page 12 CHAPTER 2: SETTING UP SKYPE 5. When you sign in, your main Skype window will appear. 6. A Getting Started window will also pop up. Check the box that says Do not show this guide at startup and then close the window. Now you have finished the second of the Skype setup process.

  • Page 13: Making A Test Call

    CHAPTER 2: SETTING UP SKYPE Making a Test Call 1. You are on the final part of the Skype setup process. To confirm that Skype works properly, you can make a test call to its automated user, Echo123. This account name is in your Contacts tab as Skype Test Call.
  • Page 14 CHAPTER 2: SETTING UP SKYPE 3. When the call is finished, you will be brought back to the Contacts tab of your Skype window. If you were able to hear your message played back to you, then you have successfully finished setting up Skype. If you were not able to hear the message you left, there may be something wrong with your computer’s audio devices.

  • Page 15: Chapter 3: Installing Skymagic

    CHAPTER 3: INSTALLING SKYMAGIC What is SkyMagic? SkyMagic is a piece of software that NexoTek created to be used with Skype. It comes in your phone package on a CD and essentially builds the bridge between your phone and Skype, allowing them to work together so you can make Internet calls with the convenience of your phone.
  • Page 16 CHAPTER 3: INSTALLING SKYMAGIC 2. If a window asking you about running the CD on your computer appears, press the Yes button. 3. When the download window appears, choose the Run option. 4. A security warning may appear. Again, press the Run button.
  • Page 17 CHAPTER 3: INSTALLING SKYMAGIC 5. When the Installing SkyMagic window appears, you may choose where on your computer you want to save the program files. Then click Next>. 6. Next, configure your options about how you would like SkyMagic to run. Then click Next>.
  • Page 18 CHAPTER 3: INSTALLING SKYMAGIC 7. Installation should take a few seconds. When a window telling you that SkyMagic has been installed successfully appears, press the Finish button. 8. After you close this window, SkyMagic will begin running automatically, and a window will pop up saying Another program wants to use Skype.
  • Page 19 Enabling SkyMagic to use Skype portion of Chapter 7. 10. Please check the NexoTek Web site to obtain the latest version of SkyMagic. Having the most upgraded version of our software will allow you to enjoy the latest features of your phone.

  • Page 20: Chapter 4: Connecting Your Phone

    2. You will see balloons appear near your system tray indicating that your computer has detected the base and installed the drivers. This is normal. If you have used a NexoTek phone before, the balloons might not appear because the necessary drivers are already installed.

  • Page 21: Inserting The Phone Battery

    CHAPTER 4: CONNECTING YOUR PHONE Inserting the Phone Battery 1. Gently open the back of your phone by sliding the removable piece downward. 2. Get the rechargeable 250mAh lithium battery that was included in the NT- W100D package. Hook the tiny, white plastic fixture at the ends of the black and red wires into the plug-in inside the phone.

  • Page 22: Chapter 5: Getting To Know Your Phone

    CHAPTER 5: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR PHONE What should I know before using my phone? Once your phone is plugged into your computer and has successfully connected to Skype and SkyMagic, you should take some time to briefly learn about the basics of the keypad and base buttons and the screen icons before using it.

  • Page 23: Screen Icons And Base Leds

    CHAPTER 5: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR PHONE Screen Icons and Base LEDs Screen Icons in the Ready State Screen Icons in the Contact List Screen Icons in the Call History Speaker Charge You are signed into Skype You are not signed into Skype You have missed calls Battery life of phone Your Skype contact is online...

  • Page 24: Chapter 6: Using Your Phone

    Internet calls. You might also like to choose your ring tone. General Operation Viewing Your Contact List The NT-W100D has a graphic LCD screen that lets you view your Skype contacts right on the phone. This is easily done by pressing a few buttons. 1. On your phone, press 2.

  • Page 25: Viewing Your Call History

    Hands-free Operation For your convenience, your NT-W100D was built with a headset jack on its right side. Utilizing a headset will allow you to have the freedom of hands-free calls. In order to use this feature, simply purchase a headset and plug it into the phone.

  • Page 26: Making And Receiving Calls

    Making and Receiving Calls Skype-to-Skype calls are completely free of charge. Making and receiving calls is easy, especially with your NT-W100D because it behaves like a mobile phone. Remember that during any call, you can press Answering and Refusing Skype Calls If it is properly connected and if SkyMagic is running, your phone will always ring when you have an incoming Skype call.

  • Page 27: Calling From Your Call History

    CHAPTER 6: USING YOUR PHONE Calling From Your Call History If you want to call a Skype contact who you spoke to on your phone recently, you can call him or her from your call history rather than having to scroll through all of the people on your contact list.

  • Page 28: Making Skypeout Calls

    CHAPTER 6: USING YOUR PHONE Making SkypeOut Calls SkypeOut is a paid service provided by Skype that lets you call any phone number in the world. Because it uses an Internet connection instead of a phone line, long- distance calling rates are significantly lower. You might want to use SkypeOut if your friends do not have Skype, if they are offline, or if you want to save money on your long-distance calls.

  • Page 29: Using The Speakerphone

    CHAPTER 6: USING YOUR PHONE Using the Speakerphone Your NT-W100D comes equipped with a speakerphone function on its base. This is an especially useful tool for making conference calls or if you want the convenience of hands-free Skype calls. Using the speakerphone is simple.

  • Page 30: Advanced Features

    CHAPTER 6: USING YOUR PHONE Advanced Features The Hold Function If you are talking on Skype but need to put your call on hold because you have something else to do, your phone gives you the option of doing so. Press to place your call on hold.

  • Page 31: Chapter 7: Troubleshooting

    CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTING The Normal SkyMagic Icon If your SkyMagic icon is a dark green phone on a light green background, your phone and the Skype and SkyMagic software are working properly. SkyMagic Icon Indicators If your system tray has one of these SkyMagic icons, the program is telling you that there is something wrong with your phone and/ or your Skype connection.

  • Page 32: Enabling Skymagic To Use Skype

    CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTING Enabling SkyMagic to use Skype 1. Click on Tools in your Skype window and go down to Options. 2. When that window opens, choose Privacy on the left-hand side and then click the Manage other programs’ access to Skype link.
  • Page 33 CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTING 3. A window titled Manage API Access Control will appear. Select SKYMAGIC.EXE and press the Change button to allow SkyMagic to use Skype. 4. Another window will pop up asking you to choose what to do with SKYMAGIC.EXE.

  • Page 34: Your Computer Audio Settings

    CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTING Your Computer Audio Settings If your phone is working properly, you should be able to make Skype calls at the same time other sounds are coming from your computer. This means that if you are listening to music, watching movies, or playing games on your computer, the sounds from those activities should be coming from your speakers, and you can simultaneously have a Skype call on your phone.
  • Page 35 CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTING 3. Under the Audio tab in the window that appears, set Sound playback and Sound recording to your computer’s sound card, not the USB audio device. Then press OK. The problem should be solved. When I make calls, my friend’s voice comes from my computer, not my phone. How do I fix this? 1.
  • Page 36 CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTING 2. In the Options window, choose Sound Devices on the left side. Where you see Audio In, Audio Out, and Ringing, change the setting to USB Audio Device. Then click the Save button. The problem should now be solved.

  • Page 37: Contacting Nexotek

    CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTING Contacting NexoTek If for some reason you are not entirely satisfied with your NexoTek product or have further questions or comments to share, please do not hesitate to contact us. United States Address: NexoTek 1212 John Reed Court...

  • Page 38: Appendices

    APPENDICES Appendix A: Managing Skype Contacts In order to talk to people through Skype, you need to add their user names to your list of contacts. This keeps your contacts organized, and when you are logged in, it allows you to see whether or not your friends are online and able to talk to you.
  • Page 39 APPENDICES 2. A window titled Add a Contact will appear, asking for the Skype name, full name, or e-mail address of the person you would like to add. Enter the appropriate information that you know about the contact you want to add. Then press Search.
  • Page 40 APPENDICES 4. You then have the option of sending a greeting message to the contact. Write something if you desire, then press OK. You may close the Add a Contact search window. 5. Now that Skype user has been added to your contact list and should appear on your Contacts tab.

  • Page 41: Removing A Skype Contact

    APPENDICES Removing a Skype Contact 1. To remove a Skype user from your contacts list, make sure you are on the Contacts tab of the Skype window. Find the user you want to remove from the list and right-click on his or her name. Go down to Remove from Contacts. 2.

  • Page 42: Appendix B: Assigning A Speed Dial Number

    APPENDICES Appendix B: Assigning a Speed Dial Number Speed dial works on Skype like it does on a home or mobile phone and is especially helpful if you make frequent Skype calls. Before assigning a speed dial number to a Skype user, he or she must be on your contacts list.
  • Page 43 APPENDICES 2. When the window titled Set Speed Dial Number appears, enter the number you would like to assign to that contact. It must be a number between 1 and 99. Then press OK. 3. Now, when you look at your Skype Contacts tab, you should see the speed dial logo –...

  • Page 44: Appendix C: Purchasing Skype Credit

    APPENDICES Appendix C: Purchasing Skype Credit In order to use the SkypeOut service, which lets you call any phone number in the world from your computer, you first have to purchase Skype Credit. This is done on the Skype Web site. 1.
  • Page 45 APPENDICES 3. The Skype site will ask you to sign in. Do this by entering your Skype user name and password, then pressing Sign me in. 4. Proceed through the Skype Credit purchasing process by accepting the amount of Skype Credit. Click on the Buy this link.
  • Page 46 APPENDICES 5. On the next page that loads, enter your e-mail address and Skype password at the top of the page. Then you may change the currency that you plan to use to pay for your Skype Credit if desired. 6.
  • Page 47 APPENDICES 7. You will then be asked for your billing address. Fill in the appropriate information. 8. Next, select your payment method. This is how you will pay for the Skype Credit that you are purchasing. When you have chosen, press the Continue button. 9.

  • Page 48: Appendix D: Updating Skymagic

    SkyMagic. Checking your SkyMagic version takes a few clicks of your mouse. If in doing so you find that NexoTek has a more recently updated version, you can download it from our Web site.
  • Page 49 APPENDICES 4. On the Web page that loads, you will see the latest version of SkyMagic that NexoTek has made available for download. 5. If this version matches the version of SkyMagic that you have, then you do not need to update your software. You may stop reading. If this is a higher version than you have, you will want to download it.
  • Page 50 APPENDICES 6. After you wait a few seconds, a window will appear with the SkyMagic program. The icon will say SkyMagic and its version number. Double-click on this icon. 7. When a security warning window comes up, choose Run. 8. Your computer will let you choose where you want to save the SkyMagic files. When you have made a decision, click Next>.
  • Page 51 APPENDICES 9. Installation should take a few seconds. When a window telling you that SkyMagic has been installed successfully appears, press the Finish button. 10. Now your computer will prompt you to restart in order for the installation to be complete.

  • Page 52: Appendix E: Changing The Radio Frequency (Rf) Channel

    Appendix E: Changing the Radio Frequency (RF) Channel To ensure the top sound quality of your phone, your NT-W100D is set to automatically select its RF channel. This is the best setting for your phone, but you may want to manually change the RF channel if it interferes with other phones.

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