1 List and Call 1 Voice Mail 2 Add Entry 2 Send Message 3 Add Email Address 3 Inbox 4 List and Edit 4 Outbox 5 My Number 5 Delete All 6 Find Entry 7 Scratchpad 8 Auto Hyphenate 9 Delete All Entries You can quickly access the menus by pressing the key.
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A1228c User’s Guide Para obtener una copia en español de esta Guía del Usuario, visite nuestra página Web en www.ericsson.com/phones o, si se encuentra en Esta- dos Unidos, también puede llamar al 1-800-374-2776. Register your new phone, purchase Ericsson original accessories, and see the latest in products by visiting us at: www.ericsson.com/phones...
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Table of Contents The Basics ......1 Document Conventions ......1 Highlights of Your Phone .
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Glossary ......40 Guidelines for Safe and Efficient Use ..43 Safety .
M E N U M E N U Call List Call Forwarding Your Ericsson mobile phone features dual-mode technology. For Voice Operation, it operates in two modes - Digital ( MHz frequency band) and Analog ( ) mode (800 MHz band).
Call Waiting Call Waiting allows you to receive a second incoming call while you are already engaged on one call. See “Call Waiting” on page 18. EZ-Read™ Menus Makes menu navigation and changing settings simple. The tabbed menus clearly show the way. Use the rocker keys to scroll through the menus and menu settings.
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Three-Way Calling Allows you to initiate two calls and conference all them together. See “Three-Way Calling” on page 18. Time and Date The current time and date is automatically updated by your net- work, when available. See “Time Format” on page 14. Voice Mail Allows callers to leave a voice message when you cannot answer your calls.
➍ ➎ ➏ ➐ ➑ ➒ ➏ ➌ BACK MENU ➍ ➎ A1228c Connecting and Removing Your Battery Connecting Your Battery Antenna Earpiece Power On/Off Key Rocker Keys Keypad Display Side Volume Keys Headset Connector Charging Port Removing Your Battery ➑...
!Ã Lift the battery up and out of the battery cavity. Charging Your Battery Your Charger Your phone was packaged with either a rapid or travel charger. It is important that you fully charge your battery before you use your phone. Both chargers supply power to charge your battery while the bat- tery is attached to your phone.
charging the battery. When your phone is fully charged, the plug icon will remain stable. Note! You cannot make or receive calls when your phone is in charge-only mode. Slow Charging a Deeply Discharged Battery The battery could become deeply discharged (for example, when the battery is stored for a long period).
Operating Your Phone You can use your Ericsson mobile phone in Voice, Browser, and Wireless Modem Operation. Voice Operation offers you all of the benefits of a traditional mobile telephone, including placing and answering calls, and receiving voice and text messages. When you see a screen similar to the one shown below, your phone is ready to make and receive voice calls.
Voice Operation In Voice Operation, you can make and receive telephone calls; work with your voice mail and messages; change your phone’s voice set- tings; add, edit, or delete entries from your phonebook; and send and receive text messages. Your Display in Voice Operation Ã...
( ) will appear in this location if an analog or digital channel is not found. Ã Signal Strength Icon ( ) shows the relative signal strength from the wireless system. More bars indicate a stronger signal (maximum of five bars). !Ã...
List and Call GvÃhqÃ8hyy submenu displays phonebook entries in their location order. Select an entry or type in the position number and press to call. Email addresses will not be included in this list. Y E S Add Entry 6qqÃ@ submenu allows you to store a phone number and an accompanying name in your phonebook.
8hyyÃWvprÃHhvyà displayed is 99. The submenus are I Send Message The Send Message submenu is used to create new text messages or send canned (predefined) messages. An example of a canned message is “Okay I got it”. The submenus available are: Create New, Use Canned Msg, and Send a Page.
Home Usage CrÃVhtr displays the number of home calls made and received and the accumulated time since last resetting the home call counters. Press to reset home usage. Y E S Roam Usage ShÃVhtrà displays the number of roaming calls made and received and the accumulated time since last resetting the roam call counters.
Auto Key Lock The Auto Key Lock submenu is used to protect your keypad from unintended key presses (for instance, if you keep your phone in your pocket or pocketbook). Press M E N U key lock icon ( ) will appear in the display. To unlock the keypad, press the same two-key combination to unlock.
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(including email addresses) to be saved to, or erased from, the phonebook. Language Ghthtr submenu allows you to select the language used in the phone display. The languages vary between markets. Your mobile phone supports English, French, Spanish, and Portuguese. Display 9vyh...
System Info The System Info submenu displays system specific information such as the Preferred Roaming List (PRL ID), System and Network ID (SID/NID), and Channel information. Browser Menu See “Browser Operation” on page 23 for more information. Launch Browser This submenu allows you to activate Browser mode. Text Size You can choose how large the text appears in your display.
Note! Icons appearing on your phone’s display differ in Voice, Browser, and Wireless Modem Operation. Voice Operation Key Functions •Press and hold to turn phone ON and OFF. •Press to end a call. •Press to go back one level. •Press during an incoming call to temporarily mute ringer.
The words ÃGÃ7hr Ä display. When this happens, connect your phone to your Ericsson charger to recharge your battery or replace it with a fully charged battery. If you leave your phone turned on, the phone discharges the battery and then automatically turns off.
When you press , your phone dials the number and then stops YE S transmitting tones. When your voice mail system asks for your extension you would press to transmit your extension. The Y E S access code is sent after the pause. If the timing in your voice mail system does not allow for pauses, you can enter a stop instead of the pause, or use multiple pauses.
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!Ã Press 1 to display the PHONEBOOK 6qqÃ@ "Ã Press 2 to select #Ã Enter the phone number and press $Ã Enter the person’s name and press describes how to use your keypad to enter names. %Ã Press to select the first available position or enter another Y E S position number.
Q rà A uv , ? ! . ; : @ \ ‘ ’ " + - * / = ~ # $ % ^ & _ | < > { } [ ] Note! Press and hold # and * to enter stops and pauses. Press and hold a digit key to enter the digit directly.
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Select 6 rqÃHrhtr à from the MESSAGES TrqÃhÃQhtr !à Select "à Enter the recipient’s phone number. TrqÃI4 #à Press to the prompt. Y E S Icons You can check the status of an outgoing message by selecting the message from your Outbox. One of the following icons will appear next to the message.
• 9194727908 • “9194727908” • 919-472-7908 • 1-800-ERICSSON Deleting Messages You may wish to delete all messages from your phone. This option is available in the menu. You will be prompted to enter your...
The World You have access to the world from your Ericsson mobile phone in Browser Operation. This includes maps, games, stock quotes, weather, and a host of other applications.
Accessing the Browser Menu The Browser Menu can be accessed through the menu key. The fol- lowing submenus will appear once you have entered the Browser menu. Launch Browser GhpuÃ7 r By selecting you can access the home page that is set by your service provider.
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While in Voice Mode An alert received in voice mode is similar to receiving an SMS or voice mail alert. The browser alert icon will be displayed in the standby screen and will remain until you acknowledge the alert. Gateway Settings The Gateway address is the IP address of the gateway server to which your phone will connect.
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Q rÃuv A Æ !Ã mode allows you to select symbols and punctuation from a list. You can switch to symbol entry by pressing the right soft key until SYM is in the right soft key position. There are four screens of symbols. Press the left soft key to switch between each screen.
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If your word does not appear, you can add it into your phone’s dic- tionary by doing the following: • Type the text that you want to enter into your phone’s dictionary by using any of the non-T9 text entry modes. •...
Browser Status The bottom row on the browser screen displays animation indicating what is currently happening between the phone and the network. Text The following are texts that could possibly appear and their explana- tions: 8rpvt • means that your phone is trying to make a connec- tion with your content provider.
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power and the battery is charging, the display alternates between the battery icon and the charging icon ( • The SMS icon ( ) appears when you receive a text mail mes- sage. • The Voice Mail icon ( ) appears when you receive a voice mail message.
When a data call is made, the connection will remain in place until it is closed by one of the computers involved. To make or receive data calls with your Ericsson mobile phone, you must have a properly configured communications program running on your computer.
Before You Start Before setting up your phone for data operation, do the following: • You must have a serial interface cable to connect your Ericsson mobile phone to your computer. The cable is available in the Eric- sson DA 18 Phone Book Manager Accessory Kit or as a separate accessory.
9-pin female connector that matches the standard 9-pin serial interface port connector. Connect one end of the cable to your Ericsson mobile phone and the other end to the serial port on your computer.
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Ericsson mobile phone. Then you simply pick up your mobile phone and continue the call. The Ericsson Voice Call Dialer is com- patible with most contact manager software packages. Refer to the “Installing the Modem Driver (INF File)”...
1 Download the INF file from http://mobileinternet.ericsson.com. 2 Turn on your Ericsson mobile phone. 3 Connect one end of your serial cable to your Ericsson mobile phone and the other end to your computer’s serial port. 4 Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel.
When fin- ished, click OK. If this window does not appear, proceed to the next step. 14 Click Finish. The A1228c is now installed on your PC. Windows 2000 1 You must be logged on with administrator privileges before pro- ceeding.
2 Download the INF file from http://mobileinternet.ericsson.com 3 Turn on your Ericsson mobile phone. 4 Connect one end of your serial cable to your Ericsson mobile phone and the other end to your computer’s serial port. 5 Go to Start, Settings, Control Panel and double click on Modems.
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Select Ericsson Voice Call Dialer from the pull-down list. e Click Properties. f Select the Connection tab. g Click Advanced. h Type the following in the Extra Settings box of the Advanced Connection Settings window: *ERVNOK=1 i Click OK to return to the Connection tab.
Troubleshooting Problem Solving Srpuh trà à ryhprÃurÃihr My phone does not turn On. My phone does 8urpxÃs ÃSvtr ÃPss not ring when a vpÃÃurÃThqiÃp rr call is received. à ` Ãihr ÃvÃsyyÃpuh trqÃurÃurÃr à My battery does not charge to full vqvph ÃuÃurÃr Ãvpà capacity. vyÃDsÃÃvyyÃrr vrprà iyrà pqvvà Ãihr ÃiÃsyyÃqvpuh tvtà hqÃpuh tvtÃvÃu rrÃvrÃP Ãvsà Ãurà phrÃvuÃhÃqrxÃpuh tr ÃrÃurÃpqv vvtÃspvÃÃurÃqrxÃpuh tr Ãà pqvvÃurÃihr UuvÃvÃhÃpÃpp rprÃU hvr à My signal h rÃrÃvÃtrt huvpÃh rhÃhqÃpr htrÃvÃ...
• Other countries - 919-472-7908 Accessible Solutions/Special Needs For information on Accessible Solutions for individuals with special needs call the Ericsson Special Needs Center at 877-878-1996 (TTY) or 877-207-2056 (voice), or visit the Ericsson Special Needs Center at http://www.ericsson-snc.com Internet Visit Ericsson on the internet at: http://www.ericsson.com/phones.
Glossary Calling Line Identification (CLI) CLI shows the number of the person calling you in your mobile phone display. You can then make an informed choice as to whether or not to take the call. Bear in mind that not all numbers can be dis- played.
Operator To be able to use your phone, you need a subscription to a network. You get this subscription from a network operator. Phone Book A memory in your mobile phone where phone numbers can be stored and accessed by name (alpha memory search) or position. Personal Identification Number (PIN) Your PIN is a code used for all phones to establish authorization for access to certain functions or information.
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Standby The mode where your phone has been cleared of all menu items and features. Subscription Is the contract that you have with the service/network provider. To use your phone, you need to have a subscription to a network. The services included in your subscription depend on your choice of operator and/or subscription.
Guidelines for Safe and Efficient Use Since its introduction in the mid 1980s, the mobile phone has been one of the most exciting and innovative products ever developed. Your phone can help you to stay in touch with your office, your home, emergency services and others.
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• Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions so require. In addition, Ericsson suggests the following safe driving tips if you are using your phone while driving: • Get to know your wireless phone and its features such as speed dial and redial.
2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undes- ired operation. Ericsson suggests you read and observe the following for safe care and operation of your phone: • Do not allow children to play with your phone or its accessories.
• Only Ericsson original accessories are recommended. Failure to use them may result in loss of performance or product damage, and will void the warranty. • Do not attempt to disassemble the product. Doing so will void warranty. This product does not contain consumer serviceable components.
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• Use only Ericsson Original accessory chargers (including hands- free units that act as a charger) and the AC/DC adapter supplied with your battery charger. Use on a non-Ericsson Original acces- sory may be hazardous and damage from such use will void your phone warranty.
Time Format 14 Voice Operation 8 Display Messages Voice Operation 9 Document Conventions 1 Ear Volume 12 Adjusting 17 Edit Phonebook Entries 10 Entering Characters 19 Ericsson Accessories 39 54 Contacting 39 Internet 39 Fax Calls 30 Home Usage 12...
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Icon Auto Key Lock 8 Battery 8 Browser Alert 8 New Text Mail 8 New Voice Mail 8 Phone Silent 8 28 Ringer Off 8 Secure Connection 28 Signal Strength 9 28 International Calls 18 Internet 39 Internet Calls 31 Key Sound 12 Letters Entering 19 25...
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Slow 6 SMS 20 Sounds Submenu 12 Special Needs 39 Status Messages Connecting... 28 Receiving... 28 Sending... 28 Waiting... 28 Working... 28 Stop and Pause Dialing 17 Super Speed Dial 13 Symbols 25 Entering 19 Text Entry Tegic T9 26 Three-Way Calling 18 Total Usage 12 TTY Phone Number 39...
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1 List and Call 1 Voice Mail 2 Add Entry 2 Send Message 3 Add Email Address 3 Inbox 4 List and Edit 4 Outbox 5 My Number 5 Delete All 6 Find Entry 7 Scratchpad 8 Auto Hyphenate 9 Delete All Entries Menus can be selected from the menu key.
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Enter position number (1-99) and press Redial Last Dialed Number Press from Standby Website http://www.ericsson.com/phones Technical Support North America -1-800 ERICSSON Latin America - 305-755-6789 Other Countries - 919-472-7908 A1228c Quick Card Turn Phone On/Off to call. Press and hold...
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