Page 1 They cooked it, steamed it, shook it, shocked it, dusted it, and dropped it—and the phone still worked! We are conﬁdent that the one you purchased can meet your own exacting standards. Thank you for choosing Motorola, and we hope you enjoy your digital V8162 wireless phone!
Page 2: Guide Overview
Guide Overview Okay, you’ve got a brand new phone with a bunch of nifty features. Now what? Afraid you’ll press the wrong key? Or forget a feature or two? Don’t sweat it! We’ve designed this guide to take you step-by-step through each feature of your new digital V.
Page 3 See page 108. With the addition of the Motorola Data Connectivity Kit, you can hook your phone up to a compatible computer and send and receive faxes and data. See page 116.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Introduction Contents Guide Overview ....... 2 Safety Information ......6 Getting Started Package Content Options .
Page 5 Using Messaging Contents Introduction....... . .52 Receiving Messages ......53 Viewing Your Caller IDs .
Page 6: Safety Information
Important: To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines, if you wear a handset on your body use the Motorola supplied or approved carrying case, holster, or other body-worn accessory. If you do not use a body-worn accessory, ensure the antenna is at least one inch (2.5 centimeters) from your body when transmitting.
Page 7 Safety Information Tips on Efﬁcient Operation: Observe the following guidelines to operate your phone most efﬁciently: Extend your antenna fully. • • Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily when the phone is in use. Contact with the antenna affects call quality and may cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than otherwise needed.
Page 8: Hearing Aids
Safety Information Persons with pacemakers: • Should ALWAYS keep the phone more than six inches from their pacemaker when the phone is turned ON; Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket; • • Should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the poten- tial for interference.
Page 9: Cleaning The Phone
Safety Information Turn your phone OFF and do not remove the battery when in any area Potentially Explosive with a potentially explosive atmosphere, and obey all signs and Atmospheres instructions. Sparks from your battery in such areas could cause an explosion or ﬁre resulting in bodily injury or even death.
Page 10: Getting Started
Getting Started The digital V. Series phone comes equipped with a standard ™ battery and an AC adapter to get you up and running. An exciting line of accessory options can customize your wireless package for maximum performance and portability. This chapter will show you how to get started with your new wireless package.
Page 11 Package Content Options Slim LiIon Battery Slim Battery Cover Holster AC Adapter Your phone and accessories may not look exactly as pictured.
Page 12: Introduction To Batteries
Introduction to Batteries Each battery is shipped in an uncharged state with a protective clip on it. Before you can use your phone, you will need to remove the clip from the battery and charge it. Battery Clips It is a good idea to save the protective clip to store and carry the battery when not in use.
Page 13: Installing Batteries
Installing Batteries Battery Installation To install a battery: 1. Remove Slide the release latch toward the top of the Cover phone. With your other hand, rotate the cover away from the phone. 2. Insert Insert the battery, printed arrows ﬁrst, into the Battery top edge of the battery compartment.
Page 14: Battery Removal
Installing Batteries Battery Removal To remove a battery: 1. Remove Slide the release latch toward the top of the Cover phone. With your other hand, rotate the cover away from the phone. 2. Remove Push the battery toward the top of the phone Battery until the bottom edge comes clear.
Page 15: Charging Batteries
Charging Batteries Using the Internal Rapid Charger Believe it or not, there is a battery charger built right into your phone! To make use of the internal charger, you will need either an AC adapter or a vehicle power adapter. Keep in mind: When the internal charger is in use and the phone is ON, you can still place and receive calls.
Page 16 Charging Batteries The Battery Indicator In the upper right corner of your phone’s display, there is a battery indicator ﬁlled with three segments. The more segments you see, the greater the charge. The border of the battery icon will ﬂash during charging. •...
Page 17 There are several possible reasons for this message. The most likely one is that the battery is not a Motorola original and it does not have the appropriate E•P technology. We recommend that you use only Motorola original batteries and accessories and that you store your batteries in their protective clips when not in use.
Page 18 Charging Batteries Using the Desktop Charger The Desktop Charger’s front pocket can charge batteries while they are attached to your phone, and the rear pocket can charge batteries separately. If you have a Desktop Charger: 1. Attach Plug the AC adapter into the back of the Adapter charger, with the release tab facing up.
Page 19 Charging Batteries Desktop Charger Indicators The LED indicators on the left front of the Desktop Charger let you know the current state of any charging batteries. The Front Pocket LED Indicator: Yellow means the phone with a battery is securely installed. •...
Page 20: Phone Overview
Phone Overview Function Keys ¡ Turns the phone ON and OFF. ø Opens messaging menus. Acts as a “shift” key to access the secondary functions ƒ of other keys. Recalls phone numbers from memory and acts as the ‰ left soft key for Minibrowser navigation. Stores phone numbers into memory and acts as the ¬...
Page 21: Using The Smart Button
Using the Smart Button When in doubt, press the Smart Button! Easily recognized in this A A A A User’s Guide by and in your phone’s display by – the handy Smart Button puts a variety of functions at your ﬁngertip. The Smart Button Use the Smart Button’s ﬁngertip convenience for: Opening the Quick Menu...
Page 22: The Basics
The Basics The next few pages will introduce you to the basic features of your phone. In the chapters that follow, we will explain every one of your phone’s features, including storing names and numbers, using the call timers, locking the phone, and more. In this chapter we will explain how to: turn your phone ON.
Page 23 Turning Your Phone On Activating Your Phone The ﬁrst time you turn your phone ON, you may see a message on the display: If you see these messages on the display, your service activation can be completed with just a couple simple steps: æ...
Page 24: Power Save Mode
Turning Your Phone On Quad Number Your phone can be activated with up to four unique phone numbers. If more than one number is programmed, you will see the currently active number whenever you turn ON the phone. Turn to Changing Your Number on page 96 if you want to change the active number.
Page 25: Reading The Indicators
Reading the Indicators Detailed Battery Level Reading ƒ › Press then press The bar graph in the display represents the battery level. The higher the graph, the closer the battery is to full charge. Low Charge Full Charge Note: When plugged in, the battery level is rounded to the lowest bar for increased accuracy.
Page 26: Signal Strength
Reading the Indicators Digital (1) Indicates you are receiving a digital signal. Signal Strength (2) Displays the strength of the connection between your phone and Strong the wireless network. In Use (3) Appears when a call is in progress. Weak Roam (4) Lights up when your phone accesses a wireless service outside of your home system.
Page 27 Reading the Indicators Message (5) Appears when you receive an alphanumeric message. It will disappear after you have viewed the message. Voicemail (6) Indicates that you have received a Voicemail message in your Voicemailbox. It will disappear after you have checked your Voicemail.
Page 28: Placing And Ending Calls
Placing and Ending Calls Placing a Call 1. Extend Extend the antenna completely for best Antenna performance. 2. Open Open the phone to expose the keypad. ¡ Phone If necessary, press to turn the phone ON. 3. Enter Enter the number you want to call, Number for example: 555-1212.
Page 29: Redialing Numbers
Redialing Numbers Automatic Redial The wireless system may at times be too busy to handle your call. If this is the case, you may hear a fast busy signal and see . With Automatic Redial, your phone will repeat the call attempt over the next four minutes.
Page 30: Receiving Calls
Receiving Calls Your phone must be ON to receive calls. When a call is incoming: an alert will sound and/or vibrate. • the Service Light (pg. 25) will ﬂash red and green. • You can choose your phone’s alert, selecting from nine ringer styles or silent vibration mode.
Page 31: Call Waiting
Receiving Calls Ringer/Vibrating Alert Suppress If an incoming call catches you by surprise, you can silence the alert using the upper or lower volume key. Your phone’s ringer or vibrating alert will remain OFF while the current call lasts. The caller will still hear ringing and you can still answer the call by æ...
Page 32: Basic Tone Controls
Basic Tone Controls Vibration Mode In situations where ringing may not be appropriate, or in noisy places where you may not hear your phone, select the VibraCall alert. Ringing will be replaced by gentle vibrations. ® ƒ † Toggle Press then press to switch between Alert...
Page 33 Basic Tone Controls The upper and lower volume keys are left of the display and can be used to adjust the earpiece, keypad, and ringer volume. As you press these keys, the phone’s speaker will demonstrate the new volume level. Adjusting Earpiece and Keypad Volume The audio feedback your phone gives you when you press a key is called keypad tones.
Page 34: Your Phone & Its Shortcuts
Throughout this guide you will see shortcuts that point out simple ways to reach some of your phone’s features. If you have owned a Motorola phone before, some of these shortcuts will already be familiar to you. The Quick Menu Press the Smart Button and the Quick Menu opens on the display! The Quick Menu contains shortcuts to your phone’s...
Page 35 Your Phone & Its Shortcuts The Usual Shortcuts The words “menu,” “batt,” “lock,” “mute,” and “vib” appear ⁄ › ﬁ ﬂ † ƒ on the , and buttons. Press the key ﬁrst, then any one of these buttons, and your phone will perform that function.
Page 36: Using Memory
Using Memory Do you have places to go and people to see? Too many phone numbers to remember? Let your phone remember them for you.The internal Phone Book has 99 locations and each allows you to store up to four numbers per location. That way you can store hundreds of phone numbers for easy access on the go! In this chapter we will explain how to: store names and numbers into the Phone Book.
Page 37: Making The Most Of Memory
Pager Other Once stored, when you view memory locations, you will see the name, location and one icon for each number stored. Tip: If you purchase a Motorola Data Connectivity Kit, Name you can easily Location transfer contacts between your...
Page 38: Storing
Storing Names and Numbers Each memory location can store up to four numbers. For a single contact, you can store every number you need, like home, mobile, fax, and more. Keep in mind: When you recall entries by name, your phone displays entries alphabetically.
Page 39: Entering Names
Entering Names When the display shows , you can use the keypad to produce any letter in the alphabet. Use the letters ¤ printed on the key as a guide. For example, press to enter the letters “A,” “B,” or “C” as shown: press 1 time to insert an "A"...
Page 40: Recalling
Recalling from Memory Recalling by Name Once you have stored entries, you can recall them alphabetically and immediately place calls. a a a a 1. Enter Press twice to enter your name directory. q q q q z z z z 2.
Page 41 Recalling from Memory Recalling by Memory Location Each entry you store is placed in a memory location numbered 01-99. Once you have stored entries, you can recall them by memory location. ‰ 1. Begin Press to begin recalling. 2. Enter Enter the two-digit memory location of the Location entry you are looking for.
Page 42: Editing Memory
Editing Memory Editing a Number If you would like to change a number that you have already stored, follow these steps. a a a a 1. Enter Press twice to enter your name directory. q q q q z z z z 2.
Page 43 Ç Pr ess to erase one letter at a time, or 8. Edit Ç press and hold to erase the entire name. Name « Press to move the cursor backward . (See page 39 for details on entering names.) Skip this step to leave the name unchanged.
Page 44 Erasing Memory Entries Clearing an Entire Entry Erasing a memory entry will clear the name and all the numbers from the location. To erase a memory entry: a a a a 1. Enter Press twice to enter your name directory. q q q q z z z z 2.
Page 45: Super Speed Dial
Recall Shortcuts Super Speed Dial If you know the memory location of the number you wish to call, you can use the Super Speed Dial function. Keep in mind: If more than one number is stored in the location, your phone will dial the ﬁrst. To change which number is dialed with Super Speed Dial, see Changing Dialing Shortcuts on the next page.
Page 46 Changing Dialing Shortcuts When you use the Super Speed Dial feature or the Turbo Dial ® keys, your phone uses the ﬁrst phone number stored in the entry. This feature allows you to change which number is used for these dialing shortcuts. a a a a 1.
Page 47 Scratchpad If you need to take a quick note, but you do not want to save the number, use the Scratchpad. The Scratchpad is helpful if you are on the phone and your party gives you another number to call. Tip: 1.
Page 48: Pause Dialing
Pause Dialing When you call automated systems like Voicemail or bank-by- phone, a recorded message prompts you for PIN numbers, account numbers, etc. Pause Dialing can make using automated systems easy by allowing you to store these numbers in the same memory location as the automated system’s access number.
Page 49 Using Pause Dialing Once stored, you may recall the entry and place the call. All of the digits you have stored will be recalled, but your phone will only send the tones for the set of numbers before the ﬁrst pause. 1.
Page 50: Using Calling Cards
Using Calling Cards Storing Calling Card Numbers Number Characters are another way your phone can save you time in dialing. The Number Character saves a place in the memory sequence for the number you will be calling when you use your calling card. For best results, you may use the Number Character along with Pause Dialing.
Page 51 Placing a Calling Card Call Once you have stored your calling card information, recall the information and place the call whenever you want to use your calling card. Before your phone begins dialing, it will prompt you for the number you want to call. Once you have entered the number, your phone will automatically insert the number in place of the Number Character you stored.
Page 52: Using Messaging
Using Messaging The dedicated Message Key provides access to your phone’s easy- to-use Messaging Menu. Through this menu, you can check your Voicemail, read your pager-like alphanumeric Messages, access Minibrowser Alerts, and view the Caller IDs of your most recent callers. In this chapter we will explain how to: view your Caller IDs.
Page 53: Receiving Messages
Receiving Messages If your phone is ON and you receive a Voicemail, Minibrowser Tip: See page 30 Alert, or alphanumeric message: for information An alert sounds or vibrates: • on receiving Caller IDs. Your phone will beep or vibrate three times. See Ringer / Vibrating Alert on page 80 to set your phone’s alert.
Page 54: Viewing Your Caller Ids
Viewing Your Caller IDs Your phone supports Caller ID service, which lets you see who is calling before you answer. The Caller IDs for the last 16 different callers are stored so they can be viewed at any time. ø 1.
Page 55: Caller Id Options
Caller ID Options When viewing Caller IDs, press the Message Key to see the options available for the highlighted Caller ID. ø 4. Access Press to open the Caller ID Options Function Menu. Go To Store To Messaging Memory Menu Exit Delete Delete All...
Page 56: Checking Your Voicemail
Checking Your Voicemail When you receive Voicemail, your Service Provider sends a notiﬁcation to your phone and your phone displays an indicator. That way, you will be able to check for new Voicemail simply by glancing at your phone’s display. ø...
Page 57: Voicemail Options
Voicemail Options When checking Voicemail, press the Message Key to see options for the highlighted Voicemail notiﬁcation. ø 3. Access Press to open the Voicemail Options Function Menu. Go To Exit Delete Call Back Messaging Message Menu q q q q Z Z Z Z 4.
Page 58: Reading Your Messages
Reading Your Messages Your phone can receive alphanumeric messages like a pager. The message memory stores up to 60 messages, depending on the size of each. ø 1. Enter Press to open the Messaging Menu. q q q q Z Z Z Z 2.
Page 59: Message Options
Message Options When reading your messages, press the Message Key to see the options available for the highlighted message. ø 5. Access Press to open the Message Options Function Menu. Go To Store To Messaging Memory Menu Exit Delete Delete All Lock Call Back Message...
Page 60: The Works
The Works Introducing the Menu Features is loaded with features that can digital V. Series phone ™ help make life easier and more productive. The phone’s user- friendly menu will help you ﬁnd what you need quickly and easily. You will see the following icons as you scroll through the menu and each represents a menu.
Page 61 76 Menu menu. pg. 86 pg. 94 Previous User Compatibility If you are already familiar with previous Motorola phones, you « » may prefer to use your phone’s keys to scroll through the menu system. In the Works In the chapters that follow, detailed instructions describe the operation of each feature.
Page 62: The Internal Phone Book
Phone Book In “Using Memory” you learned how to store and recall phone numbers with the internal Phone Book. You can access the same features, along with some other interesting features, using your phone’s convenient menu system. In this chapter we will explain how to: recall and store phone numbers using the menu system.
Page 63: Road Map
Road Map a a a a ƒ Press then press to enter the menu system. Start: pg. 62 pg. 64 pg. 65 pg. 65 pg. 66 pg. 68 pg. 67 pg. 67...
Page 64: Recalling By Name
Getting to Phone Book... a a a a ƒ 1. Enter Menu Press then press A A A A 2. Enter Press to select to Phone Book Recalling By Name Once you have stored entries, you can recall them alphabetically with the Phone Book menu.
Page 65: Phone Book Status
Recalling By Location Each entry you store is placed in a memory location numbered 01-99. Once you have stored the entry, you can use this feature to recall it by the number of the location. q q q q Z Z Z Z 3.
Page 66: Storing A New Number
Getting to Phone Book... a a a a ƒ 1. Enter Menu Press then press A A A A 2. Enter Press to select to Phone Book Storing a New Number This feature allows you to create a new entry in the internal Phone Book.
Page 67: Viewing Your Number
a a a a ¬ 9. Store Press . Your phone will conﬁrm by Number displaying: º 10. Exit Press to exit menu. Viewing Your Number Use this feature to view your phone’s currently active number. If you have more than one phone number, you can change the active number with Changing Your Number on page 96.
Page 68: Editing A Memory Location
Getting to Phone Book... a a a a ƒ 1. Enter Menu Press then press A A A A 2. Enter Press to select to Phone Book Editing a Memory Location You can use this feature to add a number to an entry or change an old number in a snap.
Page 69 Ç Enter digits. Pr ess to erase a digit at a 6. Edit /Add Ç time, or press and hold to erase the Phone entire number. Number a a a a ¬ 7. Finish Press when you ﬁnish the phone Number number.
Page 70: Using Call Timers
Call Timers Your phone is equipped with three visual and three audible call timers. You can monitor or record the length of individual calls, set a timer to track monthly usage, or have the phone alert you at intervals that you specify. In this chapter we will explain how to: monitor the length of your calls.
Page 71 Road Map a a a a ƒ Press then press to enter the menu system. Start: pg. 62 pg. 70 pg. 72 pg. 72 pg. 73 pg. 73 pg. 74 pg. 74 pg. 75 pg. 75...
Page 72 Getting to Call Timers... a a a a ƒ 1. Enter Menu Press then press q q q q Z Z Z Z 2. Enter Press to scroll to A A A A Call Timers and press to select. Viewing the Individual Timer The individual timer records the air-time of your most recent call in hours, minutes, and seconds.
Page 73: Viewing The Cumulative Timer
Viewing the Cumulative Timer This is a non-resettable timer that keeps track of your phone’s total air-time (in minutes) since your phone was activated. q q q q Z Z Z Z Shortcut: 3. View Press to scroll to ‰ Press then Timer...
Page 74: One Minute Audible Timer
Getting to Call Timers... a a a a ƒ 1. Enter Menu Press then press q q q q Z Z Z Z 2. Enter Press to scroll to A A A A Call Timers and press to select. Auto Display Individual Timer When you turn this feature ON, your phone will automatically display your air-time in minutes and seconds during and after each call.
Page 75 Repeating Audible Timer You can set this timer to beep during your calls at an interval that you select—from 11-999 seconds. Like the One Minute Timer, you will hear the beep 10 seconds before the end of each interval, and the party on the other end will not hear the beeps. q q q q Z Z Z Z Shortcut:...
Page 76: Setting Tone Controls
Tone Controls If you’ve been reading along diligently, this may be a good time for a break–put your feet up and have some fun with these features. Use the Tone Control features to select Silent Mode, personalize your phone’s ringer styles, or set the phone to remind you of new messages.
Page 77 Road Map A A A A ƒ Press then press to enter the menu system. Start: pg. 62 pg. 70 pg. 85 pg. 76 pg. 79 pg. 80 pg. 81 pg. 82 pg. 83 pg. 84 pg. 84 pg. 85 * Network and service dependent feature.
Page 78: Alarm Setup
Getting to Tone Control... a a a a ƒ 1. Enter Menu Press then press q q q q Z Z Z Z 2. Enter Press to scroll to A A A A Tone Control and press to select. Alarm Setup Use your phone to remind you of an important appointment.
Page 79: Silent Mode
9. Enter Enter a message using the alphanumeric key- A A A A Message pad. Press when your message is com- plete. See page 39 for details on entering letters. º 10. Exit Press to exit the menu, or you may scroll Menu to other features.
Page 80 A A A A Tone Control and press to select. Ringer / Vibrating Alert Motorola’s VibraCall alert is ideal for situations where ringing ® may not be appropriate, or in noisy places where you might not Shortcut: hear the ringer. When both the ringer and vibrating alert are ƒ...
Page 81: Selecting A Ringer Style
Roaming Ringer For an easy way to know if you are on your home network before you answer calls, use this feature. When roaming with this feature ON, you will hear a distinct ringer for incoming calls. q q q q Z Z Z Z 3.
Page 82 Getting to Tone Control... a a a a ƒ 1. Enter Menu Press then press q q q q Z Z Z Z 2. Enter Press to scroll to A A A A Tone Control and press to select. Setup Message Tones When you receive a new Voicemail or alphanumeric message, your phone beeps three times.
Page 83: Keypad Tones
Reminder Tones Setup If you subscribe to messaging services, this feature can help you remember to check your messages. Turn Message Reminder Tones ON and your phone will remind you of unread messages by beeping and /or vibrating every two minutes. This feature is especially helpful if you are busy or away from your phone.
Page 84: Transmit Tones
Getting to Tone Control... a a a a ƒ 1. Enter Menu Press then press q q q q Z Z Z Z 2. Enter Press to scroll to A A A A Tone Control and press to select. Transmit Tones Your phone transmits tones to communicate with automated calling systems like Voicemail or bank-by-phone.
Page 85: Service Tones
Service Tones When Service Tones are ON, you will be instantly alerted to any change in your wireless service. You will hear two short beeps when your phone (1) starts to roam, (2) returns to a home system after roaming, (3) loses service, or (4) ﬁnds service. Check the display to ﬁnd out what changed (see page 26).
Page 86: Lock/Security Features
Lock/Security While you probably would not want to leave your phone unattended, your phone has a number of built-in security features to prevent unauthorized use. In this chapter we will explain how to: lock and unlock your phone. • place priority calls. •...
Page 87 Road Map a a a a ƒ Press then press to enter the menu system. Start: pg. 62 pg. 70 pg. 76 pg. 88 pg. 86 pg. 89 pg. 90 pg. 90 pg. 90 pg. 91 pg. 91 pg. 92 pg.
Page 88: Auto Lock
Getting to Lock Secure... a a a a ƒ 1. Enter Menu Press then press q q q q Z Z Z Z 2. Enter Press to scroll to A A A A Lock Secure and press to select. Auto Lock Turn this feature ON and your phone will automatically lock itself each time the phone is turned OFF.
Page 89: Priority Call
Priority Call Your phone’s priority call feature allows you to instantly place a call from location 01 – even when your phone is locked. q q q q Z Z Z Z Shortcut: 3. Find Feature Press to scroll to A A A A ƒ...
Page 90: Secure Options Submenu
Getting to Secure Options... a a a a ƒ 1. Enter Menu Press then press q q q q Z Z Z Z 2. Enter Press to scroll to a a a a Lock/Secure and press to select. q q q q Z Z Z Z 3.
Page 91 Changing the Lock Code To change the three-digit lock code: q q q q Z Z Z Z 4. Begin Press to scroll to Shortcut: a a a a ƒ Press Change and press to select. ‚ , enter You will see: your six-digit secure code, 5.
Page 92: Service Level
Getting to Secure Options... a a a a ƒ 1. Enter Menu Press then press q q q q Z Z Z Z 2. Enter Press to scroll to a a a a Lock/Secure and press to select. q q q q Z Z Z Z 3.
Page 93: Master Clear
Master Reset Use this feature to reset all user-selectable options back to their original factory settings. Keep in mind: Once you select this feature, the reset process cannot be canceled or reversed. q q q q Z Z Z Z 4.
Page 94: Phone Options
Phone Options The Phone Options menu is your “command center” for adjusting the way your phone sends and receives calls. You can ﬁne tune your phone for optimal performance, view information about your phone’s settings, and much more. In this chapter we will explain how to: switch between your active phone numbers.
Page 95 Road Map a a a a ƒ Press then press to enter the menu system. Start: pg. 62 pg. 100 pg. 98 pg. 70 pg. 100 pg. 96 pg. 98 pg. 101 pg. 76 pg. 97 pg. 99 pg. 101 pg.
Page 96: Changing Your Number
Getting to Phone Options... a a a a ƒ 1. Enter Menu Press then press q q q q Z Z Z Z 2. Enter Press to scroll to A A A A Phone Options and press to select. Changing Your Number Your phone can be activated with up to four unique phone numbers.
Page 97: Displaying Phone Information
Displaying Phone Information This feature allows you to view information about your phone. If you require technical assistance, you may be asked to check here. q q q q Z Z Z Z 3. Find Press to scroll to then A A A A Feature press...
Page 98: Call Options Submenu
Getting to Call Options... a a a a ƒ 1. Enter Menu Press then press q q q q Z Z Z Z 2. Enter Press to scroll to A A A A Phone Options and press to select. q q q q Z Z Z Z 3.
Page 99: Automatic Answer
A A A A 5. Toggle Press to toggle the feature º 6. Exit Press to exit the menu, or you may scroll Menu to other features. Note: To answer calls with Open to Answer OFF, æ press Automatic Answer Turn Auto Answer ON to have your phone automatically answer incoming calls after two ring cycles.
Page 100 Getting to Display Options... a a a a ƒ 1. Enter Menu Press then press q q q q Z Z Z Z 2. Enter Press to scroll to A A A A Phone Options and press to select. q q q q Z Z Z Z 3.
Page 101 Changing the Banner You can create your own message banner for the phone to display when it is idle. Your banner can be up to 12 characters long. q q q q Z Z Z Z 4. Enter Press to scroll to a a a a Feature and press...
Page 102 Getting to Display Options... a a a a ƒ 1. Enter Menu Press then press q q q q Z Z Z Z 2. Enter Press to scroll to A A A A Phone Options and press to select. q q q q Z Z Z Z 3.
Page 103 Service Light The Service Light can be useful to quickly check the current state of your phone’s service. If you prefer to conserve standby- Tip: time, you can turn the Service Light OFF with this feature. To learn more q q q q Z Z Z Z about the 4.
Page 104: Launching The Minibrowser
Getting to Minibrowser Options... a a a a ƒ 1. Enter Menu Press then press q q q q Z Z Z Z 2. Enter Press to scroll to A A A A Phone Options and press to select. q q q q Z Z Z Z 3.
Page 105 Power Up Mode When you turn ON your phone, you can begin with the Minibrowser or the regular phone features. q q q q Z Z Z Z 4. Find Press to scroll to A A A A Feature and press to select.
Page 106: System Options Submenu
Getting to System Options... a a a a ƒ 1. Enter Menu Press then press q q q q Z Z Z Z 2. Enter Press to scroll to A A A A Phone Options and press to select. q q q q Z Z Z Z 3.
Page 107 System Mode Settings Standard Mode: Your phone ﬁrst seeks a home type system, then a non-home type system. Home Only Mode: Phone will not operate outside its home system. Scan A Mode*: Phone will operate only within non-wireline (A) systems. Scan B Mode*: Phone will operate only within wireline (B) systems.
Page 108: Using The Minibrowser
Using the Minibrowser Need information now? Your phone can give you instant access to valuable resources on the go! With a subscription and wireless service, you can retrieve sports scores, weather and trafﬁc reports, stock prices, and more. In this chapter we will explain how to: launch the Minibrowser.
Page 109 Getting Started Browsing To get started with you Minibrowser, you will need an IP address for your phone. The IP address is the location of a server provided by your Service Provider, and it will be loaded into your phone by your Service Provider when you subscribe to this service.
Page 110 Minibrowser Navigation Scrolling and Selecting When browsing, you will see a list of options on the phone’s display. Each of the items on the list is assigned a number. Just press the matching numeric key to select that item. Or you can scroll to the item with the volume keys and use the Smart Button to select.
Page 111: Display Messages
Minibrowser Navigation Soft Keys In addition to the familiar keys for scrolling and selecting, the Minibrowser makes uses of “soft keys.” Soft keys change their function according to the screen. Read the lower line of the display to ﬁnd out what the soft keys can do on that screen. You will see two functions, one on the left and one on the right, each with an icon: ‰...
Page 112: Using Bookmarks
Using Bookmarks Bookmarks make it easy to quickly jump to the sites you use most often. You can assign up to nine bookmarks, one for each of the numeric keys on the keypad. To bookmark a Minibrowser site: ƒ ⁄ 1.
Page 113 Minibrowser Alerts To stay current with changing information, like stock prices or sports scores, you can subscribe to Minibrowser Alerts through your Service Provider. If your phone is ON and you receive a Minibrowser Alert: An alert sounds or vibrates: •...
Page 114 Entering Words At times you may need to enter information while browsing, like a keyword for searching or a message. If you see a “ ” symbol, you can use the keypad to enter letters and punctuation in the same way you do for the internal Phone Book. See page 39 for more information.
Page 115 If you need assistance while browsing, select this option. Note: Some sites do not have help available. Select this option to return to the home page set up by your Service Provider. To add a page to your bookmark list, choose this feature.
Page 116: Using Data Features
Using Data Features Add the Motorola Data Connectivity Kit to your wireless package ™ and transform your digital V. Series phone into a convenient and portable fax modem. Use the data cable to connect your CDMA phone to a compatible computer, and you can send faxes, access the Internet, send and check e-mail –...
Page 117 Getting Started with the Data Connectivity Kit Attaching the Data Cable Before you install the fax/modem software on your computer, it is a good idea to attach the cable to the computer and phone. 1. Plug into Plug the smaller end of the data cable, with Phone the release tab facing up, into the accessory connector on your phone.
Page 118: During The Call
Placing a Data Call Keep in mind: You will not be able to place a data or fax call through your phone’s keypad, using last ten dialed, or with Caller ID. All data and fax calls must be placed through your computer.
Page 119 Ending a Data Call Always end a data call by closing the connection through the application on your computer. See the User’s Guide that came with the software for more information. Keep in mind: If you set pre-arrangement before the call, your phone will remain in the pre-arranged state when the data call is ended.
Page 120 Setting up Pre-arrangement Some networks require you to change a setting on your phone before you can receive an incoming fax or data call. This is called pre-arrangement. There is no need to worry about placing data or fax calls – the pre-arrangement setting only applies to receiving calls.
Page 121: Receiving A Data Call
Receiving a Data Call When you have an incoming data or fax call, your phone’s display will show what kind of call you are receiving, along with the number of the caller. (If the number matches an entry in your Phone Book, you will see the name stored in the entry.) If you select Auto Answer mode on the software application installed on your computer, your phone will automatically answer data or fax calls when the data cable is connected.
Page 122 Starﬁsh TrueSync Software ® Wireless data calls are only the beginning. With Starﬁsh ® TrueSync software, your phone can exchange select information with a compatible computer. You can use TrueSync software to transfer and synchronize contact information from your phone to your compatible desktop, laptop or handheld computer, and vice versa.
Page 123 ® Using TrueSync Software Here are just a few ways TrueSync software helps make communication easier than ever: Add a contact to your phone on the go. Update your contact • ﬁle at home or the ofﬁce later. Transfer contacts into your phone’s internal Phone Book for •...
Page 124: Accessory Options
30% more talk-time than comparable Nickel Cadmium batteries. To help achieve maximum life and capacity for your NiMH battery, do not leave the battery in the charger for more than 24 hours, and use only Motorola-approved chargers. Vehicle Power Adapter Lets you plug into a reliable power source on the road.
Page 125 Accessory Options Desktop Charger (AC Adapter Required) This charger can be loaded with two batteries at once. Equipped with one LED charging status indicator for each battery, the charger’s front pocket can charge a battery attached to a phone, and the rear pocket can charge a battery by itself. For use with Lithium Ion and Nickel Metal Hydride batteries.
Page 126 The Hands-Free Kit powers the phone and charges its battery whenever your car’s engine is running. Keep in mind: Motorola offers a 3-Watt Vehicular Kit, which includes a 3-watt booster for analog signals. Since the digital V. Series phone is a digital phone, it is ™...
Page 127 Motorola. For details on the complete line of Motorola wireless accessories, see your dealer or visit the Motorola web site at http://www.motorola.com/. * The use of wireless devices and their accessories (“devices”) may be prohibited or restricted in certain areas.
Page 128: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Q. I pressed the power button, but nothing happened. What’s wrong with my phone? A. Check that you have installed a battery and that the battery is charged. See page 12 for information about installing your battery. Q. The display says .
Page 129 You could see this message for several reasons. The most likely one is that the battery is not a Motorola original and it does not have the appropriate E•P technology. We recommend that you use only Motorola original batteries and accessories and that you store your batteries in their protective covers when not in use.
Page 130 Troubleshooting Q. My phone was stolen. What should I report and to whom? A. Report a stolen phone to the police and to your Service Provider (the company that sends you your monthly wireless service bills). Q. I plugged the data cable into my phone but my phone did not beep.
Page 131 Troubleshooting Q. I can’t end my data call by closing the application on my computer. What can I do? º A. If necessary, try pressing on the phone. You might also disconnect the cable or turn OFF the phone. Remember, if possible always close the connection through your computer.
Page 132: Glossary
Glossary AC Adapter An accessory device that allows you to power and/or charge your phone from a wall outlet. See page 15. accessory connector A socket on the bottom of the phone where you can attach accessories such as an AC adapter or vehicle power adapter. To learn more, see page 15. alkaline A battery technology used in personal wireless telephones.
Page 133 Glossary Home Only Mode When your phone is active in this System Mode setting and you are beyond the range of your home Service Provider, your phone will not operate. See page 107. icon One of the variety of symbols used to designate menu features and messages. indicator A symbol on your phone that gives you information about your phone’s status.
Page 134 Glossary menu feature Any feature that can be accessed through the menu system. Message Key Located on the bottom row of the keypad, the dedicated Message Key offers one-touch access to messages and messaging functions. See page 52. See also Caller ID, Messages, and Voicemail.
Page 135 Glossary Reversed Preference Mode When your phone is active in this System Mode setting and you are beyond the range of your home Service Provider, your phone will seek a non-home type sys- tem, then a home type system. See page 106. road map The visual representation of your phone’s menu system provided in this manual.
Page 136 Glossary System ID Every wireless system has a unique number to identify itself. See page 106. System Mode A setting that determines the system type that your wireless phone will access. See page 106 to select a System Mode. talk-time The total time that you can talk on your phone before the battery is fully discharged. toggle To switch between two possible options;...
Page 137 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Devices and Radiological Health Consumer Update on Mobile Phones FDA has been receiving inquiries about the safety of mobile phones, including cellular phones and PCS phones. The following summarizes what is known--and what remains unknown--about whether these products can pose a hazard to health, and what can be done to minimize any potential risk.
Page 138 How much evidence is there that hand-held mobile phones might be harmful? Brieﬂy, there is not enough evidence to know for sure, either way; however, research efforts are on-going. The existing scientiﬁc evidence is conﬂicting and many of the studies that have been done to date have suffered from ﬂaws in their research methods.
Page 139 causing agents increase risk with increased exposure. An ongoing study of brain cancers by the National Cancer Institute is expected to bear on the accuracy and repeatability of these results. Researchers conducted a large battery of laboratory tests to assess the effects of exposure to mobile phone RF on genetic material.
Page 140: Mobile Phones
increased likelihood was too small to be statistically signiﬁcant. In summary, we do not have enough information at this point to assure the public that there are, or are not, any low incident health problems associated with use of mobile phones. FDA continues to work with all parties, including other federal agencies and industry, to assure that research is undertaken to provide the necessary answers to the outstanding questions about the safety of mobile phones.
Page 141 at this time, FDA has urged the mobile phone industry to take a number of steps to assure public safety. The agency has recommended that the industry: • support needed research into possible biological effects of RF of the type emitted by mobile phones; •...
Page 142 • a hand-held phone with a built-in antenna connected to a different antenna mounted on the outside of the car or built into a separate package, or • a headset with a remote antenna to a mobile phone carried at the waist.
Page 143: Patent Information
Patent Information Manufactured under one or more of the following U.S. patents: 4327319 4716391 D306594 5122480 D343173 5486843 5621763 5703909 4369516 4723305 4912602 5122722 5280637 5487184 5621763 5706019 4369522 D294257 4918732 D327061 D344087 5488335 5621766 5706313 4378603 4727306 4922178 5128834 5287553 5488649 5625316...
Page 144 D394423 D407685 Other patents pending. Important Export Information Because of federal export regulations applicable to this Motorola phone, it cannot be sold for export from the U.S.A. or Canada. Please read the following important notice: EXPORT LAW ASSURANCES: This product is controlled under the export regulations of the United States of America and Canada.
Page 145: Index
Index options 55 viewing 54 AC Adapter 15 calling cards accessory connector 20 storing numbers 50 – Accessory Options 124 using 51 activating your phone 23 car kits 127 adjusting volume 33 changing alpha characters, entering 39 active number 96 –...
Page 146 digital indicator 26 Unanswered Call 31 – Display Options 100 VibraCall® alert ON 27 display, phone’s 20 Vibrate Then Ring 27 displaying individual call timer 72 24-Hour Clock 102 auto display 74 caller’s numbers 67 installing batteries 13 individual call timer 72 internal charger 15 –...
Page 147 – – navigation 110 Phone Options 94 – options 104 road map 95 – using 108 placing calls 28 multiple key answer 98 data 118 muting the phone 32 priority call 89 redial 29 power key 20 names power up mode 105 clearing 44 pre-arrangement 120 entering 39...
Page 148 scroll keys 20 Turbo Dial® Keys 45 secure code, changing 91 priority call 89 – Secure Options 90 turning the phone ON – security 86 mode 105 selecting ringer style 81 turning your phone ON 23 send key 20 service level 92 unanswered call indicator 31 service light 103 unlock/lock 88...

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