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  • Motorola C550 | User Guide - Page 1
    world of Motorola digital wireless communications! We are pleased that you have chosen the Motorola C550 GSM wireless phone. Internal set volume. Power/End Key Press & hold to turn phone on & off. Press & release to end phone calls, exit menu system. Microphone Headset Connector Send/Answer
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    & Trademark Office. All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners. © Motorola, Inc. 2003 Software Copyright Notice The Motorola products described in this manual may include copyrighted Motorola and third party software stored in semiconductor memories or other media
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    5 Getting Started 12 What's in the Box 12 About This Guide 12 Installing the Battery 13 Charging the Battery 14 Battery Use 15 Changing Your SIM Card 16 Changing Your Phone's Cover 18 Resetting Your Phone 20 Turning Your Phone On 20 Adjusting the Volume 21 Making a Call 21 Answering
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    76 Adjusting the Backlight 76 Zooming In or Out 77 Conserving Battery Power 77 Calling Features 78 Redialling a Number 78 Calling an Emergency Number 78 Using Voicemail 79 Phone Features 81 Main Menu 81 Feature Quick Reference 83 Specific Absorption Rate Data 96 Warranty Information 98
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 5 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Safety and General Information IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SAFE AND EFFICIENT OPERATION. READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE USING YOUR PHONE. The information provided in this document supersedes the general safety information in user guides
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    Operation When using any data feature of the phone, with or without an accessory cable, position the phone and its antenna at least 1 inch (2.5 centimetres) from your body. Approved Accessories Use of accessories not approved by Motorola, including but not limited to batteries and antenna, may cause
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 7 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM facilities that may be using equipment that is sensitive to external RF energy. Aircraft When instructed to do so, turn off your phone when on board an aircraft. Any use of a phone must be in accordance with applicable regulations per
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    to entering any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere, unless it is a phone type especially qualified for use in such areas and certified as "Intrinsically Safe." Do not remove, install, or charge batteries in such areas. Sparks in a potentially explosive atmosphere can cause an explosion
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    , bag, or other container with metal objects. Use only Motorola original batteries and chargers. Your battery or phone may contain symbols, defined as follows: Symbol Definition Important safety information will follow. LiIon BATT Your battery or phone should not be disposed of in a fire. Your
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    C550.GSM.book Page 10 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM or playing video games use a blinking-lights feature if you are tired games on your phone, you may experience occasional discomfort in your hands, arms, shoulders, neck, or other parts of your body. Follow these instructions to avoid problems
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 11 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM European Union Directives Conformance Statement Hereby, Motorola declares that this product is in compliance with • The essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC • All other relevant EU Directives IMEI
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    typically comes with a battery and a charger. Other accessory options can customise your phone for maximum performance and portability. About This Guide This user guide describes how to use your Motorola wireless phone. To obtain another copy of this user guide, see the Motorola Website at: http
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 13 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Installing the Battery You must install and charge the battery to use your phone. Your phone is designed to be used only with Motorola Original batteries and accessories. We recommend that you store batteries in their protective cases
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    full charge/discharge cycles. Caution: If the battery is fully discharged, your phone may not display Charging for up to 1 minute after inserting the charger. During this time, the display may glow to indicate the phone is charging. Do not attempt to force the charger further in if you do not see an
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    or short-circuit the battery terminals. To maximise battery performance: • Always use Motorola Original™ batteries and battery chargers. The phone warranty does not cover damage caused from using non-Motorola batteries and/or battery chargers. • New batteries or batteries that have been stored
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    dispose of batteries in a fire because they may explode. Changing Your SIM Card Your SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card contains your phone number, service details, and phonebook/message memory. It must be installed in your phone, and must be a 3-volt SIM card. If you have problems with your
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 17 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Action 4 the upper left and the gold plate facing down. 7 Insert the battery with printed arrows and 2 tabs at the top of the battery compartment. 8 Push down until the battery inserts at the bottom. 9 Insert the bottom of the back cover
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 18 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Changing Your Phone's Cover Always use Motorola Original™ covers. The phone warranty does not cover damage caused from using non-Motorola accessories. Your phone uses a convertible cover and keypad that you can replace to change its
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 19 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Installing a Cover and Keypad Always use the keypad that matches the new cover. Action 1 If your phone has an end cap, install it before attaching the front cover. 2 Slide the top of the phone into the top of the new front
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 20 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Resetting Your Phone If your phone freezes on a display, error message, or power up, reset it by removing and re-installing the battery: Action 1 Turn off your phone 2 Remove and re-install your battery as described on page 13. 3 Turn
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 21 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Adjusting the Volume You can adjust your phone's earpiece and ring Antenna Press 1 keypad keys 2N (Send/Answer key) 3O (Power/End key) To dial the phone number Tip: If you make a mistake, press DELETE (-) to delete the last digit, or
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    locked, you must unlock it to answer the call. Viewing Your Phone Number To view your phone number from the idle display, press M #. While you are on a call, press M > My Tel. Numbers. Note: You must store your phone number on your SIM card to use this feature. To store your phone number on your SIM
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 23 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Learning to Use Your Phone See page 1 for a basic phone diagram. Using the Display can press the menu key (M) to display the main menu to see more features. Labels at the bottom corners of the display show the current soft key
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    12:00 J ➑ Battery Level PH.BOOK G MESSAGE ➒ Active Line ➊ Alert Style Indicator Shows the currently selected alert style. The default alert style is Loud Ring. Y Loud Ring W Vibrate a Silent X Soft Ring Z Vibe&Ring ➋ Signal Strength Indicator Indicates the strength of your phone's connection
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 25 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM ➌ GPRS Indicator Indicates that your phone is using ) a high-speed GPRS network connection ( ). GPRS allows faster data transfer speeds. The indicator does not mean that you are in a call; only that
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 26 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11: battery alert. ➒ Active Line Indicator Shows J or K to indicate the currently active phone line. Using the 4-Way Navigation Key Use the 4-way navigation key like a joystick to navigate the menu system, change feature settings, and play games
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 27 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Using sub-menu. Power/End Key Press & hold to turn phone on & off. Press & release to end phone calls, exit menus. Navigation Key S Scroll through menus & lists, set feature values. Send/Answer Key Make & answer calls, view recently
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 28 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM keys to perform the functions in the bottom left and right corners of the display. Selecting a Feature Option Some features require you to select an item from a highlight the closest matching list item. 28 - Learning to Use Your Phone
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 29 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Entering Text Some features require you to enter information. Flashing Cursor CANCEL G INSERT Press INSERT (+) to view and insert stored pictures, ringtones or text. Press CANCEL (-) to exit without making changes. Press M to open
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 30 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Using the Tap Method This is the standard method for entering text on your phone. Press 1 A number key (one or more times) 2 Number keys 3 OK (+) To select a letter, number, or symbol shown in the chart on page 31. enter remaining
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 31 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM When you enter 3 or more characters in a row, your phone may , continue pressing number keys to enter the remaining characters. Character Chart Use this chart as a guide for entering characters with the tap method. 1 § # ] [ / x + ¢
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    C550.GSM.book Page 32 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Note: This chart may not reflect the exact character set available on your phone block cursor. • Your phone may support multiple languages. The saving. Using the iTAP™ Method iTAP™ software provides a predictive text entry method that lets
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 33 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM For example, if you press 7764, letter combinations that match your key presses display : want lock a highlighted combination You can press number keys to add more letters to the end of the combination. Learning to Use Your Phone - 33
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 34 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Press * To enter the highlighted combination when it spells a word A space displays after the word. If you enter a word your phone does not recognise, your phone stores it to use as one of your word options. When you fill memory space
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 35 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Symbol Chart Use this chart as a guide for entering symbols in symbol method. 1 2 @_\ 3 /:; 4 "&' 5 ()[]{} 6 ¿¡~ 7 = 8 $£¥¢£ 9 #%* 0 +-x enter a space (hold to press # to switch to another entry method. Learning to Use Your Phone - 35
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 36 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Deleting Letters and Words Place the cursor to the right of the text you icon in the status bar indicates when you select no capital letters (Ü), next letter capital only (Ñ), or all capital letters (Ö). 36 - Learning to Use Your Phone
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 37 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM through 9 include an extended list of characters. Let the phone predict each word as you press keys (see page 32). Locking and Unlocking Your Phone You can lock your phone manually or set it to lock automatically whenever you turn it
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 38 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Locking Your Phone Manually Find the Feature Press 1 keypad keys 2 OK (+) M > Settings > Security > Phone Lock > Lock Now To enter your 4-digit unlock code lock the phone Unlocking Your Phone At the Enter Unlock Code prompt: Press 1
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    your phone. If your service provider has not reset these numbers, we recommend that you change them to prevent others from accessing your personal information or modifying your phone settings. The unlock code must contain 4 digits, and the security code must contain 6 digits. Find the Feature
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 40 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Locking and Unlocking the Keypad You can lock the keypad to prevent accidental key presses (for example, when carrying your phone in a purse or pocket). Press M* To lock or unlock the keypad Note: Incoming calls and messages unlock
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    take pictures to view and send as Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) picture messages. Note: The camera image and captured images are scaled to fit your phone's display. The image will have greater resolution when viewed on a PC. Find the Feature M > Media Centre > Camera Open the camera lens on
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 42 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Press 2 STORE (+) or display. When softkeys are hidden, press + to capture the image displayed. Viewing a Picture Your phone contains pictures and animations that you can insert into text messages, and use as wallpaper and screen
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 43 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM To download pictures or animations, see page 60. Your phone may also include predefined images. You cannot rename, delete, or view details about predefined images. Find the Feature M > Media Centre > Pictures Press 1S 2 SELECT (+) 3
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 44 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Option Message to create a text message addressed to the number entered. Find the Feature M > Messages > Create Message Press 1S 2 SELECT (+) 44 - Highlight Features To scroll to New Short Msg, New Postcard, or MMS Templates Tip: An
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 45 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Press 3 keypad keys 4 OK (+) 5 keypad keys 6 OK (+) 7 DONE (-) 8S 9 SELECT in a message: Item Description Msg the text message you enter To insert an object, press: M > Insert > object type > object Highlight Features - 45
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    C550.GSM.book Page 46 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Item To CC (only in Postcards) BCC (only in Postcards) Subject (only in Postcards) Attachments (only in Postcards) Priority (only in Postcards) Receipt (only in Postcards) Description one or more phone arrives. 46 - Highlight Features
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    UG.C550.GSM. download and read the message. Note: DETAILS displays for MMS messages if Download is set to Defer If reminders are turned on, your phone sends a reminder at regular intervals until you close the new message notification, read the message, or turn off your phone. Highlight Features
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    .C550. oread and locked with attachment Note: The files that you download or receive as attachments might have a lock that keeps you message, you should lock it to prevent it from being deleted during cleanup. Find the Feature M > Messages > Message Inbox Press 1S 2 READ (+) 3 REPLY (+) or BACK
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    C550.GSM.book Page 49 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM While reading a message, press M for these options: Option Delete Call Back Go To Reply Forward Chat Lock/Unlock sender. Lock or Unlock the message. Store a message attachment (picture, animation, or sound file) or a phone number in the
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 50 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Using Chat You can exchange text messages in real time with another wireless phone user in a chat session. The messages you send display immediately on your chat partner's phone. Starting a Chat Session Find the Feature Press 1 keypad
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    C550.GSM.book Page 51 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Press 7 DONE (-) 8 CHAT (+) 9 OK (+) To send the chat message Your phone phone that only has text messaging, the chat text displays as a text message on the other phone. The reply displays as chat text on your phone your phone displays
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 52 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Using the Chat Log The chat log displays the messages exchanged in a chat session. the bottom of the chat log. Clear all text from the chat log. Re-send your most recent chat message, if it failed. 52 - Highlight Features
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    .C550.GSM.book Page 53 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Option Send Message Description Create a new chat message. Responding to Chat When you receive a chat message, your phone ends when you turn off your phone, answer an incoming call, or start a new chat session. Highlight Features - 53
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    C550.GSM.book Page 54 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Your chat partner is not notified when you end a chat session. If your partner sends more chat text, your phone a phonebook entry: Find the Feature M > Phonebook M > New > Phone Number or Email Address A phone number or email address is
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    C550.GSM.book Page 55 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Entry Details No. or Email Type (for phone numbers stored to the phone) Store To (for phone numbers) Voice Name (for entries stored to the phone) Speed No. Ringer ID (for entries stored to the phone stored on your phone. Entries with phone
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 56 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM your voice name in a quiet location. Hold the phone about 4 inches (10 centimeters) from your mouth, and speak directly into the phone's microphone in a normal tone. Find the Feature M > Phonebook Press 1S 2 VIEW (+) 3 EDIT
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 57 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Press 7 RECORD in your phonebook. Note: You can also use speed dial or 1-touch dial. Using the Phonebook List Find the Feature M > Phonebook Press 1 keypad key letters 2S 3N To jump to entries that begin with that letter (optional)
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    prompts you to Apply Now? Your phone saves the downloaded files so that you can always apply them as individual items. When you select a theme for your phone, the theme instantly applies all of its settings to your phone: Find the Feature M > Media Centre > Themes Press 1S 2 SELECT (+) To scroll
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    session, your phone is using a standard voice channel connection. Your network connection charges may vary depending on the type of connection used. Starting a Micro-Browser Session Find the Feature Press 1S 2 SELECT (+) M > Web Access > Browser To scroll to a bookmark or service, or application
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    , and Sounds You can download a picture, animation, sound, game upgrade, or theme from a Web page by selecting its link. A picture or animation displays when downloading is complete. A sound begins to play when downloading is complete. You can store these object files on your phone, and use them as
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 61 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Notes: • Call charges apply during download sessions. • When your phone runs out of memory for downloaded files, new files overwrite the old ones. Downloaded files share your phone's memory, so you can make room for a picture, for
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    HTTP security primary domain name service (DNS) IP address secondary domain name service (DNS) IP address time at which the phone exits the micro-browser application when no keypress activity is detected primary phone number to use to set up a CSD connection user name for primary CSD number password
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    name (the name of the WAP service provider) user name for GPRS APN connection password for GPRS APN connection Java Applications You can install and run Java applications on your phone. These applications add new features and services to your phone. Download an Application With the Micro-Browser
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 64 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Problem Application phone. Contact the Web site host for details. Note: Some games make your phone vibrate and light up. Launch a Java Application Find the Feature M > Games & Apps > the application Use Control Keys Your phone
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    of apps, flash usage, and memory requirements. Delete the suite. Show or hide the application's memory size in the application list view. Edit Network Connection Settings Entering the DNS IP Address Your phone must be set up with a valid domain name service (DNS) IP address before you can run Java
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    your service provider to obtain the DNS IP address, if necessary. Find the Feature M > Java Settings > DNS IP Press 1 keypad keys 2 OK (+) To enter the DNS IP address save the IP address Approving Connections When Java applications try to establish network connections, call phone numbers
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    Size Flash Space Displays The connected limited device configuration version on your phone. The mobile information device profile version on your phone. Memory available for application data (such as phonebook entries or game scores). Amount of free memory available for Java applications. Amount of
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    06 AM Playing Games Your phone comes with games preloaded and you have the opportunity to purchase and download additional games. If you get an incoming call, message, alarm, or alert while playing a game, the game pauses. Selecting and Starting a New Game Find the Feature M > Games & Apps > the
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    with base tracks (which cannot be edited or deleted), but you can download others and use them all to create or edit your own MIDI files. Create or Edit a Mix File To create or edit a MotoMixer file: Find the Feature M > Media Centre > MotoMixer > [New Mix] or a tune to edit Press 1S 2 SELECT
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 70 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Press 11 keypad keys 12 BACK (-) 13 DONE (-) To edit the instruments ( keypad keys. Key 1 2 3 Effect Turn on/off first instrument (Piano above) Add effect to first instrument Set variant for first instrument 70 - Highlight Features
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 71 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Key 4 5 6 7 8 9 * 0 # functions: M BACK (-) Open the Mix Menu to reset 1 or all instruments Return to the Mix Details display when you are finished mixing Note: To download new MotoMixer files, see page 60. Highlight Features - 71
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 72 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Use, Edit, or Delete a Mix File To edit or delete a mix file, or set a mix file as a ring tone: Find the Feature M > Media Centre > MotoMixer Press 1S 2M 3S 4 SELECT (+) To scroll to the file you want open the mix
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    use the datebook, you must set the time and date. Find the Feature M > Settings > Other Settings > Initial Setup > Time and Date Note: The first time you turn your phone on after installing or replacing the battery, your phone prompts you to enter the time and date. Setting an Alert Style Your
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 74 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM To set an alert style: Find the Feature Press 1S 2 SELECT (+) M > Alert Styles Some ring tones vibrate automatically. If you use one of these tones, your phone vibrates even when it is not set to Vibrate or Vibe&Ring. Setting Answer
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    or an animation as a wallpaper (background) image in your phone's idle display. Note: When you set an animation as a wallpaper image, only the first frame of the animation displays. Find the Feature M > Settings > Other Settings > Personalise > Wallpaper Setting Picture Layout Description
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 76 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Setting Delay Description Select how long your phone must be idle before the screen saver , or turn off the backlight to conserve battery power. Find the Feature M > Settings > Other Settings > Initial Setup > Backlight 76 - Setting
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 77 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 Feature M > Settings > Other Settings > Initial Setup > Zoom Conserving Battery Power Some networks and phones include a battery save setting to conserve battery power. Find the Feature M > Settings > Other Settings > Initial Setup > Battery
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    11:06 AM Calling Features For basic instructions on how to make and answer calls, see page 21. Redialling a Number From the idle display: Press 1N 2S 3N To view the dialled calls list scroll to the entry you want redial the number Calling an Emergency Number Your service provider programs one
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    you to listen to new voicemail messages. Your voicemail number is provided by your service provider. Find the Feature M > Messages M > VoiceMail Setup > VoiceMail No. Press 1 keypad keys 2 OK (+) To enter the phone number for your voicemail store the number Tip: You cannot store pause, wait, or
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    C550.GSM.book Page 80 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Receiving a New Voicemail Message When you receive a voicemail message, your phone voicemail phone number you stored and listen to the message Listening to a Voicemail Message Find the Feature M > Messages > VoiceMail Your phone calls
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 81 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Phone Features Main Menu This is the standard main menu layout. Menu organisation and feature names may vary on your phone. Not all features may be available for all users. m Voice Dial r Phonebook z Recent Calls • Received Calls •
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    Battery Save • Contrast • DTMF • Master Reset • Master Clear • Network • New Network • Network Setup • Available Networks • My Network List • Service Tone • Call Drop Tone • Car Settings • Headset • Auto Answer • Voice Dial Note: This is the standard phone menu layout. Menu organisation and feature
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    and other events in the datebook • browse the Web • download applications • send messages This section provides information to help you use features on your phone that are not described in this user guide. Calling Features Feature Mute a Call Conference Call Description During a call, press MUTE
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 84 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Feature Caller ID Cancel an Incoming Call Description Calling line identification (caller ID) displays the phone number for incoming calls. To hide your phone number before you make a call or send a message: M > Settings > In-Call
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 85 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Feature Attach a Number Speed Dial 1-Touch Dial Call Waiting Put a Call on Hold Transfer a Call Description While entering a phone number, press M > Attach Number to attach a number from the phonebook or recent calls list. Call a
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 86 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Message Features Feature Send Message Insert Pictures and Sounds Received message. Highlight a picture or sound in a message, then: M > Store Chat Features Feature Start Chat Description Start a new chat session: M > Chat M > New
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 87 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Phonebook Features Feature Create Entry Dial Number Voice Dial Number Store a PIN Code in a Number Description Create a new phonebook entry: M > Phonebook M > New > Phone Number or Email Address Call a number in the phonebook: M >
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    C550.GSM.book Page 88 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Feature Phonebook Categories 1-Touch Dial Description You can put phonebook entries into categories. When you get a call or message from someone in a category, your phone or downloaded: M > Media Centre > MotoMixer 88 - Phone Features
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    except unlock code, security code, lifetime timer: M > Settings > Other Settings > Initial Setup > Master Reset Reset all options except unlock code, security code, lifetime timer, clear all user settings and entries: M > Settings > Other Settings > Initial Setup > Master Clear Phone Features - 89
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 90 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Dialling Features Feature Fixed Dial Service Dial Description Turn fixed dialling on or off: M > Settings > Security > Fixed Dial Use the fixed dial list: M > Fixed Dial Dial service phone numbers: M > Service Dial Quick Dial Dial
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    C550.GSM.book Page 91 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Call Monitoring Features Network connection time is the elapsed time from the moment you connect to your service service provider. For billing information, please contact your service provider directly. Feature -Free Features Feature Auto
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 92 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Data and Fax Call Features Feature Send Data or Fax Description Connect your phone to the device, then place the call through the device application Talk Then Fax Connect your phone to the device, enter the number, press M > Talk
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    12, 2003 11:06 AM Feature Respond to Event Reminder Set Alarm Clock View Alarm Clock Respond to Alarm Calculator Currency Converter Description View event when reminder displays: VIEW (+) Dismiss event reminder: EXIT (-) You can set alarms to make your phone ring. M > Alarm Clock > [New Alarm
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    application: M > Web Access > Browser, find the application, press SELECT (+), press DWNLOAD (+) Note: Your phone must have a valid domain name service (DNS) IP address to download games and applications. If your phone does not have a DNS address, contact your service provider. 94 - Phone Features
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 95 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Feature Java Permissions Application Manager Java System Description When Java applications try to make network connections, call phone numbers, or send text messages, your phone prompts you for approval. To automatically approve
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 96 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Specific Absorption Rate Data This model phone meets international standards for exposure to radio waves Your mobile phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed limits for exposure to radio
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    C550.GSM.book Page 97 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM While there may be differences between the SAR levels of various phones by international guidelines (ICNIRP) for mobile phones used by the public is 2.0 related information includes the Motorola testing protocol, assessment procedure
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    exceed the Warranty Term, by submitting the Product for service to Motorola. Motorola shall not be bound by Product related statements not directly made by Motorola nor any warranty obligations applicable to the seller. A list of the Motorola Call Centre numbers is enclosed with this Product. During
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    C550.GSM.book Page 99 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM In no event shall Motorola be liable for damages nor loss of data in excess of the purchase price of any problem may require inspection of the entire vehicular installation. In order to be eligible to receive warranty service, you must
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    that have been replaced shall become the property of Motorola. Motorola does not warrant the installation, maintenance or service of the products, accessories, batteries or parts. Motorola will not be responsible in any way for problems or damage caused by any ancillary equipment not furnished
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    .C550. testing, operation, maintenance, installation, adjustment, unauthorised software applications or any alteration or modification of any kind 6. Defects or damage due to range, coverage, availability, grade of service, or operation of the cellular system by the cellular operator. 7. Defects
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    Motorola rechargeable batteries becomes void if (i) the batteries are charged other than by Motorola approved battery chargers specified for the charging of the battery, (ii) any of the seals on the battery are broken or show evidence of tampering, (iii) the battery is used in equipment or service
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 103 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM Index A 86 wallpaper 43, 75 application, locking and unlocking 94 Attach Number feature 85 B backlight 76 barring calls 83 battery Battery Save feature 76 charging 14-15 extending battery life 15, 76 installing 13 level indicator 15
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 104 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM prefix numbers 90 service numbers 90 dialling a number 21 display backlight 76 colour 76 contrast 76 described 23 frozen 20 idle display 23 illustration 23 language 89 resetting 20 zoom setting 77 diverting calls 83 downloading 94
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 105 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM end key 1, 27 functions 22 ending a call 21, 22 Enter Unlock Code message 38, 39 F fax call receive 92 send 92 fixed dial 90 storing an entry 54, 56 flashing cursor, defined 29 4-way navigation key 26 G games 68, 94 GPRS
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    94 phone 37 SIM card 94 loud ring alert 24, 73 M making a call 21 master clear 89 master reset 89 Memory is Full! message 51 menu Browser Menu 60 entering text 29 key 1 language, setting 89 lists 28 106 - Index navigating 27 personalising 89 rearranging features 89 using features
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    optional feature, defined 12 P passwords changing 39 default 39 if you forget a password 39 pause, storing in a number 87 phone accessories passwords 39 reset all options 89 security code 39 speed dial, using 85 text entry indicator 25 time, setting 73 unlock code 39 unlocking 20, 37 phone number
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 108 Wednesday, 22 recent calls 84 redial busy number 78 reminders chat message 53 text message 47 resetting display 20 right soft key 1 functions 27 personalising 89 ring alert volume, adjusting 21 22 sending a call. See making a call service dial 90 short message 44 108 - Index
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 109 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM shortcuts creating chart 31 entering from keypad 29 entry method, changing 36 entry method, setup 37 flashing cursor 29 iTAP software predictive text entry 32 numeric entry method 36 symbol chart 35 symbol method 34, 35 tap method 30
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    UG.C550.GSM.book Page 110 Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:06 AM transmit indicator defined 25 travel charger, using 14 U unlock application 94 unlock code 37, 39 V vibrate alert indicator 24, 73 setting 73, 74 voice dial dialling a number 57, 87 recording voice name 56 voice name defined 56
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Welcome -
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Welcome
Welcome to the world of Motorola digital wireless communications!
We are pleased that you have chosen the Motorola C550 GSM
wireless phone.
Earpiece
Internal Antenna
USB Connector
Insert data cable.
Right Soft Key
Perform functions
identified by right
display prompt.
Menu Key
Open a menu when
G
is in the display.
Power/End Key
Press & hold to turn
phone
on & off.
Press & release to
end phone calls, exit
menu system.
Send/Answer Key
Make & answer calls;
press in idle to list
recently dialled calls.
Navigation Key
S
Scroll through lists, set
volume.
Left Soft Key
Perform functions
identified by left
display prompt.
Microphone
Headset
Connector
Power Connector
Insert charger.
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