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Welcome to the world of Motorola Talkabout wireless
communications!
We are pleased that you have chosen the Motorola Talkabout
phone to keep you connected and informed. As a global leader
in communciations technology, Motorola and their testing team
took the Motorola Talkabout phone through its paces. They
cooked it, steamed it, shook it, shocked it, dusted it, and dropped
it—and the phone still worked! We are confident that you and
your callers will find your wireless phone to be a convenient and
reliable way to stay in touch.
Thank you for choosing the Motorola Talkabout Phone, and we
hope you enjoy your new wireless digital phone!
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- Page 1 Welcome Welcome to the world of Motorola Talkabout wireless communications! We are pleased that you have chosen the Motorola Talkabout phone to keep you connected and informed. As a global leader in communciations technology, Motorola and their testing team took the Motorola Talkabout phone through its paces. They cooked it, steamed it, shook it, shocked it, dusted it, and dropped it—and the phone still worked! We are confident that you and...
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Page 2: Guide Overview
Don’t sweat it! We’ve designed this guide to take you step-by-step through each feature of your new Motorola Talkabout phone. We’ll show you what key to press and what happens when you press it. Follow along, chapter-by-chapter, and you’ll find it’s as easy as 1-2-3. - Page 3 Guide Overview Using Messaging This Motorola Talkabout phone supports optional messaging services, like Caller ID, which allows you to see who is calling before you answer. It can even receive alphanumeric messages just like a pager and tell you when you have Voice Mail. Turn to page 52 to begin “Using Messaging.”...
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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 .
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Page 6: Safety Information
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 7 Safety Information Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna. Antenna Care Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the phone and may violate FCC regulations. Normal Position: Phone Operation Hold the phone as you would any other telephone, with the antenna pointed up and over your shoulder.
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Page 8: Hearing Aids
Safety Information Pacemakers The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum separation of six (6”) inches be maintained between a handheld wireless phone and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. These recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and recommendations of Wireless Technology Research. -
Page 9: Blasting Areas
Safety Information Posted Facilities Turn your phone OFF in any facility where posted notices so require. Aircraft FCC regulations prohibit using your phone while an aircraft is airborne. Check and comply with the policy of your airline regarding the use of your phone while the aircraft is on the ground. -
Page 10: Getting Started
Getting Started The Motorola Talkabout phone comes equipped with a standard battery and an AC Adapter to get you up and running. An exciting line of accessory options, now smaller and lighter than ever, can customize your wireless package for maximum performance and portability. - Page 11 Package Content Options Slim Battery Cover Slim Battery with Protective Clip Cigarette Lighter Adapter AC Adapter Headset Desktop Charger (AC Adapter required) Your phone and accessories may not look exactly as pictured.
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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 Removing the Battery Cover Your phone’s battery is secured by a protective cover. To remove the battery cover: 1. Slide Push the cover with your thumb toward the Cover phone’s antenna. 2. Lift When the cover slides free, lift it up and Cover away from the phone. - Page 14 Installing Batteries Battery Installation To install a battery, first remove the battery cover, then follow these steps: 1. Insert Place the side of the battery opposite the release latch into the compartment. 2. Snap Press the side with the release latch down Heel until you hear it click into place.
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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 one of the three available adapters, either a standard AC Adapter, a rapid rate AC Adapter, or a cigarette lighter adapter. - 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. •...
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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 ƒ functions 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. 0 7 / 0 7 / 9 9 The Smart Button Ready... -
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
Turning Your Phone On Activating Your Phone The first time you turn your phone ON, you may see a message on the display: Activation Press § Required to Activate If you do not see the displays above, your phone was activated at the time of purchase and there is no need to follow the steps below. - Page 24 Turning Your Phone On Dual Band / Dual Mode Operation To make the best use of available signals, your phone can operate on both CDMA digital and analog systems. If your phone finds a CDMA digital system, you will see the time and date and icon.
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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. Battery Battery 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 0 7 / 0 7 / 9 9 Signal Strength (1) Displays the strength of the connection between your phone and Strong the wireless network. Clock (2) When your phone is on a CDMA digital network, the display Weak shows the current time and date. - Page 27 Reading the Indicators In Use (5) Appears when a call is in progress. Roam (6) Lights up when your phone accesses a wireless service outside of your home system. When you leave your wireless Service Area, your phone roams (seeks another wireless system). No Service (7) Appears when calls cannot be placed or received from your location.
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Page 28: Placing And Ending Calls
Placing and Ending Calls Placing a Call 1. Open Open the phone to expose the keypad. ¡ Phone If necessary, press to turn the phone ON. 2. Enter Enter the number you want to call, Number for example: 555-1212. Ç Correct Press to erase one digit at a time if you... -
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 Call Failed Press SND to Redial 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: Receiving Calls
Receiving Calls Ringer/Vibrator 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 vibrator 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 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.
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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 † on the , and buttons. Press the ƒ key first, then any one of these buttons, and your phone will perform that function.
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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
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 Smith J. Motorola Data Name Connectivity Kit, 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: Your Phone Book sorts alphabetically by the first letter in the entry. -
Page 39: Entering Names
Entering Names When the display shows , you can use the Alpha or Press § 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.
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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. a a a a ¬...
- 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.
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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 If you have more than one number in a memory location, you can choose which number you would like to use with the dialing keys and Super Speed Dial. shortcuts, including the Turbo Dial ® 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. 1.
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Page 48: Pause Dialing
Pause Dialing When you call automated systems like Voice Mail 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.
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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 whatever number you are 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.
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Page 52: Using Messaging
Using Messaging ø The dedicated Message Key provides access to your phone’s new and easy Messaging Menu. Through this menu, you can check your Voice Mail, read your pager-like alphanumeric Messages, access MiniBrowser Alerts, and view the Caller IDs of your most recent callers. -
Page 53: Receiving Messages
Receiving Messages If your phone is ON and you receive a Voice Mail, 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 or Vibrator Selection on page 79 to set your phone’s Tip: For more infor-... -
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. Exit Go To Store To Messaging Memory Menu Exit Delete... -
Page 56: Checking Your Voice Mail
Checking Your Voice Mail When you receive Voice Mail, 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 Voice Mail simply by glancing at your phone’s display. ø... -
Page 57: Voice Mail Options
Voice Mail Options When checking Voice Mail, press the Message Key to see options for the highlighted Voice Mail notification. ø 3. Access Press to open the Voice Mail Options Function Menu. Exit Go To Exit Delete Call Back Messaging Message Menu q q q q... -
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. Exit Go To Store To Messaging Memory Menu Exit Delete Delete All Lock Call Back... -
Page 60: The Works
The Works Introducing the Menu Features is loaded with features that Motorola Talkabout phone can 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 Lock Secure pg. 84 Phone Options pg. 92 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.
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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: Recall By Phone Name Book pg. 64 pg. 62 Recall By Location pg. 65 Phone Book Status pg. 65 Store New Number pg. 66 Edit Memory pg. - Page 64 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. Phone Book Recalling By Name Recall By Name Once you have stored entries, you can recall them alphabetically with the Phone Book menu.
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Page 65: Phone Book Status
Recalling By Location Recall 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 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. Phone Book Storing a New Number Store New Number This feature allows you to create a new entry in the internal Phone Book.
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Page 67: Viewing Your Number
a a a a ¬ 9. Store Press . Your phone will confirm the Number entry by displaying: ‘N’ Numbers Saved At ‘XXX’. º 10. Exit Press to exit menu, or you may scroll to Menu other features. Viewing Your Number View My Number Use this feature to view your phone’s currently active number. - Page 68 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. Phone Book Editing a Memory Location Edit Memory You can use this feature to add a number to an entry, change an old number, or duplicate an entry to make a similar one 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. Press to move the cur- Number sor backward. a a a a ¬ 7.
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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: Phone Book pg. 62 Individual Timers 00:00:00 pg. 72 pg. 70 Resettable Time 00000 pg. 72 Cumulative Time 00000 pg. 73 Reset Timer pg. 73 Individual Timer Off pg.
- 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 Timers A A A A Call Timers and press to select. Viewing the Individual Timer Individual 00:00:00...
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Page 73: Viewing The Cumulative Timer
Viewing the Cumulative Timer Cumulative Time 00000 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 Cumulative Time. ‰... - Page 74 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 Timers A A A A Call Timers and press to select. Auto Display Individual Timer Individual Timer Off...
- Page 75 Repeating Audible Timer Repeating Timer Off 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.
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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: Phone Book pg. 62 Timers pg. 70 Silent Tone Mode Off Control pg. 78 pg. 76 Ring/Vib Select pg. 79 Ringer Style 1 pg. 79 Setup Msg Tones pg.
- Page 78 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 Tone Control A A A A Tone Control and press to select. Silent Mode Silent Mode Off...
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Page 79: Ringer Or Vibrator Selection
Ringer or Vibrator Selection Ring/Vib Select 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 vibrator are ON, the ƒ... - Page 80 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 Tone Control A A A A Tone Control and press to select. Setup Message Tones Setup Msg Tones...
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Page 81: Keypad Tones
Reminder Tones Setup Reminder TonesSetup 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 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 Tone Control A A A A Tone Control and press to select. Transmit Tones DTMF Select...
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Page 83: Service Tones
Service Tones Service Tones Off 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. -
Page 84: 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 emergency calls. •... - Page 85 Road Map a a a a ƒ Press then press to enter the menu system. Start: Phone Book pg. 62 Timers pg. 70 Tone Control pg. 76 Auto Lock Lock Off Secure pg. 84 pg. 86 Priority Call On pg. 87 Secure Secure Options...
- Page 86 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 Lock Secure A A A A Lock Secure and press to select. Auto Lock Auto Lock Off...
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Page 87: Priority Call
Priority Call Priority Call On 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 Priority Call. - Page 88 Getting to Lock/Security... 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 Lock Secure a a a a Lock/Secure and press to select. q q q q Z Z Z Z 3.
- Page 89 Changing the Lock Code Change To change the three-digit lock code: Lock Code q q q q Z Z Z Z 4. Begin Press to scroll to Change Lock Shortcut: a a a a ƒ Press Change Code and press to select.
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Page 90: Secure Options Submenu
Getting to Lock/Security... 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 Lock Secure a a a a Lock/Secure and press to select. q q q q Z Z Z Z 3. -
Page 91: Master Clear
Master Reset Master Use this feature to reset all user-selectable options back to their Reset 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 92: 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 93 Road Map a a a a ƒ Press then press to enter the menu system. Start: Inactive Quick Phone pg. 97 Menu On Book Multi Key pg. 62 pg. 100 Answer Off Change Timers pg. 97 Language Change Open To pg.
- Page 94 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 Phone Options A A A A Phone Options and press to select. Changing Your Number Change Number...
- Page 95 Displaying Phone Information Phone Info 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 Phone Info then A A A A Feature press...
- Page 96 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 Phone Options A A A A Phone Options and press to select. q q q q Z Z Z Z 3.
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Page 97: Multiple Key Answer
Placing a Call with PIN Code Active When you place a call with PIN Code active, your phone will queue the number stored in location 07 and then send it when you press the Smart Button. 1. Place Call Enter the number to be called, or recall it æ... -
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 Phone Options A A A A Phone Options and press to select. q q q q Z Z Z Z 3. -
Page 99: Automatic Answer
Automatic Answer Auto Turn Auto Answer ON to have your phone automatically answer Answer Off incoming calls after two ring cycles. q q q q Z Z Z Z Shortcut: 4. Find Press to scroll to Auto Answer. A A A A ƒ... - 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 Phone Options A A A A Phone Options and press to select. q q q q Z Z Z Z 3.
- Page 101 Changing the Language Change This feature allows you to select the language in the display. Language q q q q Z Z Z Z 4. Begin Press to scroll to Change a a a a Selection Language and press to select. q q q q Z Z Z Z 5.
- 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 Phone Options A A A A Phone Options and press to select. q q q q Z Z Z Z 3.
- Page 103 Auto Hyphen Auto Just turn Auto Hyphen ON to have all phone numbers Hyphen On automatically hyphenated on the display. This allows you to easily distinguish between area codes, call prefixes, and other numbers. q q q q Z Z Z Z 4.
- Page 104 Getting to MiniBrowser 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 Phone Options A A A A Phone Options and press to select. q q q q Z Z Z Z 3.
- Page 105 Power Up Mode Power Up When you turn ON your phone, you can begin with the Mode MiniBrowser or the regular phone features. q q q q Z Z Z Z 4. Find Press to scroll to Power Up Mode. A A A A Feature and press...
- Page 106 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 Phone Options A A A A Phone Options and press to select. q q q q Z Z Z Z 3.
- Page 107 Selecting a System Mode Select Your Service Provider configures Select System Mode when you SystemMode receive your phone. This feature allows you to select the type of system your phone will attempt to access. See below for a chart of available settings.
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Page 108: 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 Phone Options A A A A Phone Options and press to select. q q q q Z Z Z Z 3. -
Page 109: Software Version
Displaying the Software Version Software This feature displays the Software Version used by your phone. If Version you require technical assistance, you may be asked to check this feature. q q q q Z Z Z Z 4. View Press to scroll to Software A A A A Software... -
Page 110: 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 111: Launching The Minibrowser
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 112 MiniBrowser Navigation If you know the keys to navigate your phone’s other features, then you already have a head start at navigating with the MiniBrowser. Scrolling and Selecting When browsing, you will see a list of options on the phone’s display.
- Page 113 MiniBrowser Navigation Soft Keys In addition to the familiar keys for scrolling and selecting, the MiniBrowser makes uses of “soft keys.” Soft keys are keys that change their function according to the screen. Read the lower line of the display (above the indicators) to find out what the soft keys can do on that screen.
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Page 114: 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 web site: ƒ ⁄ 1. - Page 115 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 116 Entering Words At times you may need to enter information while browsing, like a keyword for searching or a message. If you see an 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 117 a a a a ‰ 3. Select Press to select the highlighted Option option, or press the numeric key matching the option.* If you need assistance while browsing, Help select this option. Note: Some sites do not have help available. Home Select this option to return to the home page set up by your Service Provider.
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Page 118: Using Data Features
Using Data Features Add the Motorola Data Connectivity Kit to your wireless package and transform your Motorola Talkabout 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 119 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 120 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 10 Dialed, or with Caller ID. All data and fax calls must be placed through your computer.
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Page 121: During The Call
During the Call Reading the Display Once the call is successfully connected, your phone’s display shows transmission information. Time elapsed Connection speed F a x 1 4 . 4 0 : 1 2 : 1 1 Type of call 8 4 7 - 5 5 5 - 1 2 1 2 Connection number Rate for sending Rate for receiving... - Page 122 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.
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Page 123: 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, your phone will automatically answer data or fax calls when the data cable is connected. - Page 124 Introducing TrueSync Wireless data calls are only the beginning. With the data cable and TrueSync Software, your phone can exchange select ® information with a compatible computer. You can use TrueSync to transfer and synchronize contact information from your phone to your compatible desktop, laptop or handheld computer, and vice versa.
- Page 125 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 •...
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Page 126: Accessory Options
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. Cigarette Lighter Adapter Lets you plug into a reliable power source on the road. Uses your car’s battery to power your phone and rapid charge its battery at the same time. - Page 127 Lithium Ion and Nickel Metal Hydride batteries. Holsters Your Motorola Talkabout phone is so small and light, it is positively wearable. Slip it in one of the three available holsters and clip the holster on– for the ultimate in high- tech fashion.
- Page 128 Accessory Options Data Connectivity Kit This exciting new accessory transforms your Motorola Talkabout phone into a conveniently portable fax modem. Use the data cable to connect your CDMA phone to a computer, and you can fax , access the Internet , send and check e-mail –...
- Page 129 Keep in mind: Motorola offers a 3-Watt Vehicular Kit, which includes a 3-watt booster for analog signals. Since the Motorola Talkabout phone is a digital phone, it is not compatible with the 3-Watt Kit. Zero Install Car Kit For the quickest and easiest mobile solution, use the Zero Install Car Kit.
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Page 130: 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 131 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 132 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 133 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.
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Page 134: 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 cigarette lighter adapter. To learn more, see page 15. air-time The amount of time you spend using a wireless system, between the time you successfully place a call and the termination of that call. - Page 135 Glossary Emergency Call This feature allows you to place a call from memory location 01 even if the phone is locked. See page 87. fringe area The outermost range of a wireless system where wireless signals are weak. function keys The non-numeric keys on your phone used to access and navigate menu features, as well as perform memory functions.
- Page 136 Glossary memory location A space in the Phone Book where you can store a telephone number and a name. Each of the Phone Book’s 99 memory locations (numbered 01-99) can hold 24 letters and up to four numbers with as many as 32 digits. menu This system contains five features: Phone Book, Timers, Tone Control, Lock/Secure, and Phone Options.
- Page 137 Glossary road map The visual representation of your phone’s menu system provided in this manual. roam To use a wireless system outside of your home system, usually when you travel beyond the range of your home system. Scratchpad A memory feature that automatically remembers the most recent number entered into the keypad.
- Page 138 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 107 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;...
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Page 139: Patent Information
Patent Information Manufactured under one or more of the following U.S. patents: 5363071 D367640 D299136 5004992 5166596 4121218 4630305 5499394 D315907 5175759 5365549 4138681 4633141 4797929 5506490 5008925 5175874 D352497 4636593 4798975 4193036 D332261 5366826 D368696 4636741 4800348 D316417 4254382m D353131 5510693 4802236... -
Page 140: Index
Index deleting 55 number preference 67 – AC adapter 15 options 55 accessory connector 20 viewing 54 – Accessory Options 126 calling cards activating your phone 23 storing numbers 50 adjusting volume 33 using 51 alpha characters, entering 39 changing lock code 89 Analog Indicator 26 changing secure code 89 Analog Only 108... - Page 141 display 20 Unanswered Call 31 individual call timer 72 VibraCall® On 27 last ten numbers dialed 29 Vibrate Then Ring 27 lock code 88 individual call timer 72 system ID 106 auto display 74 – your number 67 installing batteries 13 –...
- Page 142 – using 110 viewing yours 67 – MiniBrowser Alerts 114 Phone Options 92 – MiniBrowser Navigation 112 road map 93 – MiniBrowser Options 104 PIN code multiple key answer 97 activating 96 mute the phone 32 storing 96 using 97 placing calls 28 names data 120...
- Page 143 Phone Options 93 volume 33 Tone Control 77 tones Roam Indicator 27 keypad 81 roam list version 109 service 83 – storing 48 Transmit Tones 82 – – Safety Information 6 storing 48 – Scratchpad 47 Troubleshooting 130 Scratchpad Tones 82 TrueSync®...