Panasonic EB-GD75 Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic EB-GD75 Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions EB-GD75 Digital Cellular Phone Before operating this equipment please read these instructions completely.
  • Page 3: Important Information

    Important Information We, Matsushita Communication Industrial UK Ltd., declare, that the EB-GD75 conforms with the essential and other relevant requirements of the directive 1999/5/EC. A declaration of conformity to this effect can be found at http://www.panasonicmobile.co.uk/support Safety Considerations The following information should be read and understood as it provides...
  • Page 4 – this does not affect your statutory rights. This Panasonic mobile phone is designed, manufactured and tested to ensure that it complies with the specifications covering RF exposure guidelines applicable at the time of manufacture, in accordance with EU, USA FCC, and Australian ACA regulations;...
  • Page 5: Care And Maintenance

    Care and Maintenance Care and Maintenance Pressing any of the keys may produce a loud tone. Avoid holding the phone close to the ear while pressing the keys. Extreme temperatures may have a temporary effect on the operation of your phone. This is normal and does not indicate a fault.
  • Page 6: Quick Reference

    Quick Reference "Press ( Z ) to select". Direction which the user can move around the display abcd screen using the Navigation key. Press a key once for a particular phone operation. Z +Hold “Press and hold” a key for a particular phone function. Representation of screen menu option.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Important Information ....... . i Safety Considerations ....... . . i Care and Maintenance .
  • Page 8 Dialling Voice Dial Entries ......23 Editing the Voice Dial Entries ......23 Changing the Language .
  • Page 9 Schedule ........45 Creating a Reminder .
  • Page 10: Getting Started

    Getting Started Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic digital cellular phone. This phone is designed to operate on the Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM), GSM900 or GSM1800. Ensure the battery is fully charged before use. Before operating this phone please read the “Important Information”...
  • Page 11: Removing The Sim

    Getting Started Removing the SIM Unlock the SIM retainer by gently pushing towards the top of the phone (1). Gently lower the SIM retainer (2) and remove the SIM (3). Ensure the SIM retainer is correctly locked before re-fitting the battery and battery cover.
  • Page 12: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery Connecting the Fast Travel Charger The battery must be fitted in the phone before the charger is connected. Ensuring the arrows on the plug are to the front of the phone. Insert the charger into the base of the phone. Note: DO NOT force the connector as this may damage the phone and/or the charger.
  • Page 13: Low Battery Warning

    Low Battery Warning When the battery power is low a warning tone will sound and a flashing LOW BATTERY message will be displayed. If this occurs during conversation, finish your call immediately. The power will automatically shut off after the warning tone. Fully recharge the battery. See “Charging the Battery”...
  • Page 14: The Menu System

    Digit keys 0 to 9 , * and # – # will switch on and off Discreet Mode The Menu System The menu system allows the user to access all the functions of the phone that are not accessible purely by key strokes. Display Icons Following some operations the display will automatically clear after three seconds or after pressing any key.
  • Page 15: Information

    flashes when an unread message is stored or lights when message area is full is displayed when phone lock is enabled indicates that it is possible to make emergency calls indicates the received signal strength: \ - weak signal, T - strong signal indicates the battery level: H - full, G (flashing) - low battery Information...
  • Page 16: To Select A Function

    To Select a Function Z Q then use the navigation key as a joystick to move around the icons on the screen in any of the four directions ( a , b , c , d ). When a particular menu is highlighted, Z Q , and a submenu is displayed.
  • Page 17: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Switching the Phone On/Off To switch the phone on or off Z +Hold E When the phone is switched on a greeting will be displayed and then the phone will go into Idle. Making a Call Ensure that the phone is switched on, the network operator logo is displayed and the signal strength meter shows network coverage is available in the current area.
  • Page 18: Emergency Calls

    Emergency Calls To make an emergency call the antenna symbol ( S ) must be present. Enter 112 Z D or if no SIM is fitted to the phone Z QaQ Automatic Redial When a call is unsuccessful you may want the phone to redial the number again automatically.
  • Page 19: Earpiece Volume Control

    Earpiece Volume Control The volume level may be adjusted during a call: Use a to decrease the volume, use b to increase the volume Note: Volume control for Personal Handsfree accessory is adjusted in the same manner. Locking the Phone With the Phone Lock enabled you will be restricted to answer incoming calls and make emergency calls only.
  • Page 20: Setting Vibration Alert

    Enabling/Disabling the PIN From Idle Z Q , select Phone Menu > Security > PIN Use a select Enable / Disable or Change PIN Z Q Enter PIN (Between 4 and 8 digits) Z Q Setting Vibration Alert When required, the phone can be set up to vibrate when a call is received. Vibration alert enables the user to choose between Continuous, Intermittent vibration alerts when a call is received.
  • Page 21: Setting Ring And Key Volume

    Setting Ring and Key Volume Changing either the ring volume/key volume is done in the same manner. If you increase the ring volume above maximum it will set an escalating ring tone. If you turn the ring volume off, the silent indicator icon ( [ ) will be displayed.
  • Page 22: Phonebook

    It is possible to store phone numbers in two locations: In the SIM Phonebook (Q) In the Mobile Phonebook. This means that if you change the SIM, the numbers in the phone are not lost The Mobile Phonebook has the advantage that you can group your phonebook entries together.
  • Page 23: Overwrite Protection

    Overwrite Protection If a location is occupied, a prompt will be displayed to confirm that the current information is to be overwritten. Z Q to overwrite the selected location Z B to choose another location number Note: If you amend an entry stored in your phonebook that has a Voice Dial Command assigned to it, you will need to delete and reassign that Voice Dial Command - see “Editing the Voice Dial Entries”...
  • Page 24 Detail Displays each element of the selected Phonebook entry. Use e to display the next/previous element of the entry. Each element may be edited - Z QaQ , edit as required Z Q twice to save any changes. View Displays an individual name and phone number in the names list. If an e-mail address is present in the Mobile Phonebook this will be displayed along with the name and number.
  • Page 25: Grouping Phonebook Entries

    Grouping Phonebook Entries The ability to group phonebook entries together is an extra function of the Mobile Phonebook. Retrieving a Number from a Group Groups are used to collect together types of Phonebook entries, for example business and personal. Each group can be suitably titled for quick access to the entries contained within.
  • Page 26: Hot Key Phone Numbers

    Use e to select the ring tone that you wish to use for this profile Use e to select the picture Z Q Hot Key Phone Numbers It is possible to dial phone numbers from the Phonebook or Service Dial part of Phonebook very quickly.
  • Page 27: My Numbers

    My Numbers My Numbers is a convenient part of Phonebook where voice, fax and data phone number(s) can be stored and viewed. (Q) Adding Numbers From Idle Z Q , select Phonebook > My Numbers Z Q twice Use e until Create is displayed Z Q Enter the name - see “Text Entry”...
  • Page 28: Personalising Your Phone

    Personalising Your Phone Add a Start-up Greeting A personalised greeting can be programmed for when the phone is switched on. From Idle Z Q , select Personalise > Display Setting > Greeting Z Q Use the text entry facility to add a greeting Z Q twice - see “Text Entry”...
  • Page 29: Composing A Melody

    Z Q , start speaking into the microphone. The recording will stop automatically, or before if Q is selected To playback the recording use e to select the appropriate voice ringer Z Q , select Playback Z Q Composing a Melody From Idle Z Q , select Personalise >...
  • Page 30: Download Melody

    Editing your Melody Once the melody has been saved the following operations can be used for re-editing purposes: Z B to delete the character to the left of the cursor Use g to navigate the cursor around the screen Use the relevant keys to insert new notes/rests Disabling all Tones From Idle Z Q , select Personalise >...
  • Page 31: Setting The Backlight Time

    The logo is now stored and can be selected as an idle screen option from the Personalise menu. Setting the Backlight Time From Idle Z Q , select Personalise > Display Setting > Backlight Time Z Q Use e to cycle through the times available Z Q to select the desired time Using Voice Commands Before any of the phone’s voice activated functions can be used, it is...
  • Page 32: Recalling Voice Dial Entries

    Recalling Voice Dial Entries From Idle move and hold the navigation key ( g ) in any one of the four directions a , b , c or d . Speak clearly the name you wish to recall (exactly as recorded) and wait. The above procedure will recall the phone number and the recorded Voice Dial entry is repeated;...
  • Page 33: Changing The Language

    Changing the Language It is possible to change the language that the phone uses for either display messages and/or text entry. From Idle Z Q , select Personalise > Language Z Use e to select Display Language or Tegic Language (text entry) that you wish to change Z Q Use e to select the desired language Z Q Restoring the Default Phone Settings...
  • Page 34: Phone Security

    Phone Security The phone features a number of security functions that protect against unauthorized use, and enable the user to restrict access to certain features - see “Using the PIN” page 10. It is recommended that all security codes are memorized.
  • Page 35: Restricting Calls

    Restricting Calls Call Barring The Call Bar function is used to restrict certain outgoing and/or incoming calls. Call Bar is controlled by a security password that is supplied by the Service Provider. When updating or checking the status of Call Bar the phone must be registered with a network.
  • Page 36 “Wild” Numbers Wild numbers are spaces that can be stored in a phone number. The “wild” numbers must be filled before the phone number is dialled. Used in conjunction with Fixed Dial calls can be restricted, for example, to a specific area by storing the area code of a phone and when recalled the remainder can be added.
  • Page 37: Applications

    Applications Clock This phone incorporates a clock with date/time, an alarm and a power on/off feature. A second clock for dual time is also included - see “Second Clock” page 54. Initially Setting the Home Time From Idle Z Q , select Applications >...
  • Page 38: Setting The Clock For Summer Time

    Setting the Clock for Summer Time From Idle Z Q , select Applications > Clock Function > Clock Set > Home > Summer Time Z Q to set Summer Time On or Off Setting the Alarm If the clock hasn’t been set, the user will be prompted to do so prior to setting the alarm.
  • Page 39: Setting A Power On/Off Time

    Adjusting the Alarm Time From Idle Z Q , select Applications > Clock Function > Alarm Set Z Q Use e to select the alarm to be adjusted Z Q Z + Hold B to remove the current alarm time Enter the digits for the time Z Q Use e to select the frequency of the alarm Z Q Use e to select the ring type Z Q...
  • Page 40: Currency Convertor

    Currency Convertor The currency convertor enables the user to convert from/to a home currency using a conversion rate that you enter. From Idle Z Q , select Applications > Currency Z Q Entering an Initial Conversion Rate Enter an abbreviation for the home currency (up to 3 characters) Z Q twice Enter an abbreviation for the foreign currency (up to 3 characters) Z Q twice...
  • Page 41: Text Messages

    Text Messages It is possible to receive, display, edit and/or send text messages of up to 459 characters, (Dependant on the language being used) to mobile phones on the same network or any network that has a roaming agreement. Messages will be sent as one message, but will be received as (up to) three messages.
  • Page 42: Receiving Text Messages

    The user may be asked if delivery confirmation is required. If not required use e to select No Z Q . If yes, use e to select Yes The default setting for delivery confirmation can be enabled/disabled using the Report parameter in the Parameters menu. Receiving Text Messages When a Short Text Message is sent to the phone the message indicator ( N ) will flash in the display, with an audible tone or vibration.
  • Page 43: Cut / Copy & Paste Message Text

    Cut / Copy & Paste Message Text This function allows the user to cut or copy message text from a user defined message or a user created message, into a new or existing message. It can also be used to paste text to a previously sent message - See “Edit a Message”...
  • Page 44: Parameters

    Text Messages Chat SMS Chat, will enable the user to read sent and received messages on one screen when in Chat SMS mode. Review Review allows you to check usage of the message area. Parameters From Idle Z Q , select Messages > Parameters Z Q The following parameters can be set: Recipient Group Recipient Group enables the user to pre-define the destination of text...
  • Page 45 Broadcast You need to specify the topic(s) of information that you wish to receive as broadcasts before you can receive them. From Idle Z Q , select Messages > Broadcasts > Topics Z Q Z Q twice to insert a new topic Use e to cycle through the available topics Z Q to insert the currently displayed topic into your broadcast list...
  • Page 46: Call Information

    Call Information Recent Numbers Recently dialled phone numbers will be stored in Last Dialled. If Caller Identification is available the caller’s phone number, for an answered call will be stored in the Answered menu and an unanswered call will be stored in the Unanswered menu. If Caller Identification is not available then calls will still be stored but will have the date and time attributed to them.
  • Page 47: Call Duration

    Call Duration From Idle Z Q , select Phone Menu > Call Service > Calls Z Q Note: The Calls function is SIM dependent (Q). If the SIM does not support this function then items under Calls menu will be found directly under Call Service menu.
  • Page 48: Setting The Maximum Unit Level

    Setting the Maximum Unit Level This function allows the user to pre - determine the maximum cost of calls made. (Q) From Idle Z Q , select Phone Menu > Call Service > Service Charges > Max Cost Z Q Z Q twice to edit the values At this point you will be asked to enter your PIN2 or lock code Z Q .
  • Page 49: Advanced Operation

    Advanced Operation Diverting Calls Voice, fax and data calls can be diverted using different circumstances and to different numbers. For example you may wish voice calls to be diverted to Voicemail in the event that the phone is switched off. From Idle Z Q select Phone Menu >...
  • Page 50: Receiving A Second Call

    Receiving a Second Call A second call can be received, if Call Waiting is switched on. This is enabled from the Phone Menu > Call Service menu. It is not possible to have more than one fax or data call. All voice calls must be ended before you can make or receive a fax or data call.
  • Page 51: Call Transfer

    Call Transfer With two calls connected, Call Transfer enables the user to connect them together ending your connection, leaving the other parties to talk together. When two calls are in use: Use e to select The two calls will be connected to each other and your call will be ended. Note: Two call transfer cannot be utilized while in Multi-party mode.
  • Page 52: Ending Multi-Party Calls

    During a Multi-party call: Use e to select Use e to select a caller in the Multi-party Use e to select The selected caller will be split from the Multi-party call and the Multi-party call will be placed on hold (the remaining Multi-party call callers can still communicate).
  • Page 53: Changing To A New Network

    Changing to a New Network When not in your home Country / Region, the user may use a network that is not directly subscribed to, this is called ROAMING. National Law may not permit roaming in your home region. The New Network function is used to manually select a network that is available in your current location.
  • Page 54: Schedule

    The Scheduler can be used to register reminders for personal events as well as planning holiday periods. Caution: Ensure that any settings made in the Scheduler will not contravene any regulations whereby the phone may automatically power on when in an aircraft or medical facility etc. - see “Important Information” page i.
  • Page 55: Deleting Holiday Reminders

    Setting a Holiday Reminder From Idle Z Q , select Schedule Z Q Use the Navigation key ( g ) to select the day of your holiday Z Use e to select Function Z Q Use e to select Holiday Set Z Q Use e to select Day, Day of the week Z Q three times to update the Holiday List Repeat process for each day of holiday as required.
  • Page 56: Games

    Racing Game The object of the game is to control a racing car around a circuit avoiding other cars in the fastest time possible & avoiding obstacles on the track i.e. Oil spillages. Each time a new game is started, the player is credited with three “lives”. Play the Game From Idle Z Q select Games >Racing Game Z Q , twice...
  • Page 57: Wap Browser

    WAP Browser The phone’s WAP (Wireless Application Protocol) Browser enables the user to access Internet services supported by the network, such as news, weather reports, sport etc. Server Settings Before Internet services can be accessed, the SIM must be data enabled and the relevant configuration information, entered into the phone.
  • Page 58: Activating The Browser

    Activating the Browser To activate the Browser: From Idle Z Q , select Browser > Start Browser Z Q The first time that the browser is activated there will be no content stored so the Home URL content will be displayed (as defined by the network operator).
  • Page 59: Using Bookmarks

    Bookmark Use, add, delete and rename bookmarks. Enter URL Type in a URL directly to go to a known site . Reload Will reload and update the current page. Reset Deletes the content in cache and displays the Home URL content. Exit Deactivates the Browser.
  • Page 60: Deactivating The Browser

    Deleting Bookmarks With content displayed Z A Use e to select Bookmark Z Q Use e to select the relevant bookmark from the list, Z A Use e to select Delete Z Q twice Deactivating the Browser The Browser can be deactivated as follows: When browsing on-line Z E to review cache off line.
  • Page 61: Additional Features

    Additional Features Desktop Handsfree Desktop Handsfree enables you to hold a conversation without having to hold the phone to your ear. Note: Do NOT hold the phone to your ear in Handsfree mode. Swapping Between Handsfree and Handheld Calls During a Handheld call: Use e to select H’free Z Q During a Handsfree call: Z Q twice to revert for Handheld operation...
  • Page 62: Dtmf Tones

    Play Back a Voice Memo From Idle Z Q , select Applications > Voice Memo Play > Playback Z Q To stop playing, Z Q twice The Note Pad function is available during playback - see “Note Pad” page Volume Control During Playback While playing back: Use e to adjust the volume of the voice memo Delete Memo...
  • Page 63: Note Pad

    From Idle Z Q , select Personalise > DTMF Length Use e to select Long Z Q Note Pad During a call numbers can be entered which you may wish to dial when the call has ended. During a call: Enter phone number When the call has ended Z D to call that number To store in Phonebook, Z A while the number is displayed –...
  • Page 64: Accessory Related Features

    Enabling Auto Adjustment From Idle Z Q , select Applications > Clock Function > Clock Set > Second > Auto Adjustment > Auto Adjustment Z Q Repeat to disable Auto Adjustment. Setting Manual Adjustment From Idle Z Q , select Applications > Clock Function >...
  • Page 65: Text Entry

    The phone provides a means for entering alphanumeric characters to enter details into the Phonebook, to create text and e-mail messages etc. This section details the characters that can be entered and the relevant keys to press. ® Alternatives Punctuation .@/:;*#+-”,!¡?¿_()[]{}’&%\^~|<>=_£$¥¤§...
  • Page 66: T9 ® Text Input

    Text Entry ® Text Input Using this mode of text entry dramatically reduces the number of key presses required: Press a key once for any letter you require on that key. The desired letter may not be displayed. Continue pressing other keys until the end of a word is reached;...
  • Page 67: Menu Structure

    Menu Structure From Idle Z Q to display a menu of phone features. To select a feature, use g to navigate to the icon of the feature you require. Z Q when the icon is highlighted. To exit the current menu and return to the previous level Z B . To exit completely out of the menu structure, Z +Hold B , or E (except during a call).
  • Page 68: Trouble Shooting

    Trouble Shooting Should any problem persist contact your dealer. Problem Phone will not switch on Extremely short The network you are battery life for a new battery Short battery life The battery has worn for an old battery The charging The battery is not indicator does attached to the phone...
  • Page 69 Calls cannot be The phone is made Outgoing calls are The phone is not registered to a Calls cannot be made from Fixed Dial Store Calls cannot be The phone is not received Incoming calls are The phone is not registered to a Emergency calls You are not in a...
  • Page 70: Important Error Messages

    Important Error Messages These are some of the most important error messages which may be displayed: Area Not Allowed Network Not Roaming with the selected network is not allowed Allowed Security Failure The network has detected an authentication failure because your SIM is not registered with that network SIM Blocked / Contact Service provider...
  • Page 71 Trouble Shooting Verification On changing the phone lock code, verification of the Failure new code is incorrect - retry changing the lock code with correct verification Incorrect Lock Disabling or enabling the lock code has failed due to Code incorrect entry of the lock code - re-enter lock code Incorrect PIN / The entered code is incorrect - re-enter code PIN2 / PUK /...
  • Page 72: Glossary Of Terms

    Glossary of Terms Permanently removes selected text from short text Copy Copies selected text from short text message without DTMF Tones communicate with computerized phone systems, Global System for Mobile Communications. The name given to the advanced digital technology that your phone uses.
  • Page 73 Glossary of Terms Subscriber Identity Module. A small smart-card which stores unique subscriber and user-entered information such as Phonebook and Short Messages. Supplied by your Service Provider. Wireless Application Protocol. The communication standard which enables you to download resources from the Internet to your phone...
  • Page 74: Specifications

    Specifications Phone (Including Battery) Type Temperature Range Charging Storage Weight Dimensions (mm) Height x Width x Depth Supply Voltage Standby Time (hrs) Talk Time (Min) Charge Time (Phone off) Antenna SIM Type phonebook Memory Animation Themes Voice Memo User Composed Melody Downloadable Melody Recordable Ringer Games...
  • Page 75: Eu Warranty

    Guarantee only applies while traveling in countries other than where the product was purchased. Your local guarantee is applicable in all other cases. If your Panasonic GSM telephone requires service while abroad, please contact the local service company shown on this document.
  • Page 76 Panasonic Service Center Hannover COM Elektronik Service GmbH Vahrenwalder Straße 311 30179 Hannover Tel. +49 (0)511/ 37 27 91 Panasonic Service Center Magdeburg SERKO GmbH Ebendorfer Chaussee 47 39128 Magdeburg Tel. +49 (0)391/ 289 90 69 Panasonic Service Center Düsseldorf VTH GmbH Kölner Straße 147...
  • Page 77 Per i Centri Assisitenza in Italia Servizio Clienti Tel. +39 02/ 67072556 Panasonic España, S.A. Servicio de Atención a Usuarios: Tel: 902 15 30 60 For nærmeste servicecenter ring Panasonic Danmark Tel. +45 43 20 08 50 Firmor i Sverige Komrep Rosenlundsgatan 4 411 20 Göteborg...
  • Page 78 PAPELACO, S.A. Rua Cidade de Santos, 31R/C 9000 FUNCHAL MADEIRA Tel. +351 91 231523 PAPELACO, S.A. Rua do Outeiro, Lote 25 - Gemunde 4470 MAIA PORTO Tel. +351 2 944 0354/9 PAPELACO, S.A. Rua Major Leopoldo da Silva, Lote 3 3500 VISE Tel.
  • Page 79 EU/EEA-Wide Guarantee: Conditions applicable in any country other than the country of original purchase. When the purchaser finds the appliance to be defective, he should promptly contact the proper sales company or national distributor in the EU/EEA country where this guarantee is claimed, as indicated in the “Product Service Guide”...
  • Page 80: Personal Record

    Personal Record The Serial Number can be found on the outside of the phone under the battery. For your convenience we recommend that you note the following details as a record of your purchase. Part Number Serial Number Dealer Name Purchase Date WAP Settings Use the table below to record your WAP settings.
  • Page 81: Notes

    Notes Notes...
  • Page 82 BULL CP8 PATENT © Matsushita Communication Industrial UK Limited 2001 Information in this document is subject to change without notice. No part of these instructions may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without obtaining express permission from Matsushita Communication Industrial UK Limited...
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