Ericsson GH198 Digital Handheld Telephone for GSM User's Manual This manual is published by Ericsson Mobile Communications AB, without any warranty. Improvements and changes to this manual necessitated by typographical errors, inaccuracies of current information, or improvements to programs and/or equipment, may be made by Ericsson Mobile Communications AB, at any time and without notice. Such changes will, however, be incorporated into new editions of this manual. All rights reserved. © Ericsson Mobile Communications AB, 1993. INNOVATRON PATENTS APPROVED for connection to telecommunication systems specified in the instructions for use subject to the condition set out in them. S/1208/4/P/502763 SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS q q q q Switch off your cellular telephone when in an aircraft. The use of cellular telephones in an aircraft may be dangerous to the operation of the aircraft, disrupt the cellular network and is illegal. Failure to observe this instruction may lead to suspension or denial of cellular telephone services to the offender, or legal action, or both. Users are advised to switch off the cellular telephone when at a refuelling point. Users are reminded of the need to observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots, chemical plants, or where blasting operations are in progress. A hand-held microphone or telephone handset should not be used by the driver while the vehicle is moving, except in an emergency. You should only speak into a fixed, neck slung or clipped-on microphone when it would not q q q distract your attention from the road. Do not stop on the hard shoulder of a motorway to answer or make a call, however urgent. There may be a hazard associated with using your GSM telephone close to personal medical electronic devices, such as hearing aids and pacemakers. Operation of your GSM telephone close to other electronic equipment, such as televisions, radios and personal computers may cause interference. Use only Basic Charger 4213 and AC/DC Converter 4214, Rapid Charger 4219, or Multi Charger 4221 and AC/DC Converter 4222 with this telephone. Other usage will invalidate any approval given to this telephone and may be dangerous. CONTENTS Introduction Basic Operation Making the Phone Ready for Use Attaching the Battery Unfolding the Antenna Turning the Phone On Entering a Phone Number Making a Call Last Number Recall International Calls Emergency calls Receiving a Call Unanswered Calls Call Time Meter Audible Call Timer Volume Control Microphone Mute Scratch Pad Key Lock Turning the Phone Off 1 6 6 6 6 6 8 8 9 9 10 10 10 10 11 11 11 11 11 11 Alarm Signal Error Signal Confirmation Click Visual Signals 18 18 18 18 Storing Numbers Storing a Number (and Name) Memory Protection Memory Full Erasing a Stored Number (and Name) 19 19 20 20 21 Recalling Numbers 22 Details on the Display and Keys Display Alphanumeric Field Numeric Field Status Indicators Keypad Illumination Audible Signals Ringing Signal 12 12 12 12 12 14 17 17 17 Numeric and Alphabetic Mode 22 Recalling a Number Using Numeric Mode 22 Scrolling through the Memory 22 Alternative Method for Recalling a Number 22 Speed Calling 23 Recalling a Number Using Alphabetic Mode 23 Scrolling through the Memory 23 Reviewing the First Digits if a Recalled Number Contains More than 10 Digits 23 Appending Digits to a Recalled Number 24 Replacing the Last Digits of a Recalled Number 24 Dialling Memory and Scratch Pad Dialling Memory Recalling the Last Six Numbers Called Scratch Pad Storing a Number Recalling a Number 25 25 25 25 25 26 DTMF Signalling Sending DTMF Signals 27 27 Sending a Code Pre-programmed DTMF Signalling 27 27 Batteries and Recharging Batteries Battery Meter Low Battery Alarm Care and Maintenance Inserting and Removing a Standard or Slimline Battery Inserting and Removing a High-Capacity Battery Recharging Basic Charger 46 46 46 46 47 48 49 50 51 Special Functions Accessing a Special Function Using Method 1 Using Method 2 Using a Combination of the Two Methods Leaving a Special Function Changing a Setting Storing a New Setting 0. Ringing Signal Volume 1. Key Clicks, Silent Keypad or DTMF Signals 2. Call Forwarding 3. Call Barring 4. Automatic Re-try 5. Back Light 6. Current Network 7. Available Networks 8. Network Selection Mode 9. Automatic Network Selection 10. List of ``Preferred'' Networks 11. Last Call Time 12. Total Call Time 13. Minute Minder 14. PIN 15. Any Key 16. Language Selection 17. Area Code 18. Battery Discharge 19. Battery Voltage 20. Phone Lock 29 30 30 30 31 31 31 31 32 32 32 34 36 37 37 37 38 38 39 40 40 40 41 42 42 42 43 43 44 Accessories Hands-Free Vehicle Kit Portable Hands Free Vehicle Power Adaptor and Rapid Charger Multi Charger 53 53 54 55 57 Problems You Can Solve Phone Does Not Come On INSERT SIM Is Displayed The SERV Indicator Does Not Come On or the Message NO NETW (No Network) Is Displayed The SERV Indicator Flashes Received Signal Is Weak Flashing Red Indicator Light -- Alarm Signal Sounds Steady Red Indicator Light Changing Your Password Messages Inserting the SIM 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 61 61 61 62 Introduction This digital handheld cellular telephone is designed for use on a GSM (Global System for Mobile communications) network. The GSM standard is the result of many years of collaboration between the telecommunications authorities of different European countries. This unique cooperation will result in GSM networks being installed all over Europe as well as in countries all over the world. This will allow you to use your phone wherever you travel, for business or pleasure. The phone is small and light and simple to use. After you have turned it on, you can use it in much the same way as any other telephone. The phone has an antenna which can be unfolded so that it points directly upwards and, when not in use, can be folded down completely. Before holding the phone to your ear, ensure that the antenna is unfolded completely. About this manual This manual is provided to help you use your phone. Keep it handy to answer questions you may have. The next chapter, Basic Operation, describes the most essential operations: Turning the phone ON/OFF, making calls and answering calls. Having learnt to perform these operations, you should read the third chapter, Details on the Display and Keys, to learn more about the display, with its status indicators, and the functions of the various keys. The phone's audible and visual signals are dealt with, too. Then you can go on to read about the more advanced functions, such as storing phone numbers and accompanying names in memory, recalling phone numbers from memory, DTMF signalling, and using the Special Functions of the phone. You should pay particular attention to the chapter Batteries and Recharging because correct care will prolong the life of a battery and also the length of time between recharging. The Problems You Can Solve chapter at the end of the manual could save the cost of unnecessary service. It lists some simple things to be checked before calling for service personnel. Overview Key functions Electronic lock Special Function No. 20, Phone Lock allows you to enable an electronic lock to protect against unauthorized use of the phone in the event of a theft. Refer to the chapter Special Functions. Observe the following! SIM When you turn the phone ON for the first time, all texts in the display will be in English. Special Function No. 16 allows you to select a language other than English. Refer to the chapter Special Functions. Some of the functions described in this manual are optional, and you may not have access to them. Additional information SIM -- Subscriber Identity Module Your SIM must be inserted. If not, you cannot use the phone. The SIM contains your personal data, such as your subscriber number, your ``home'' network and services you have subscribed to. It also comprises a memory where you can store frequently used phone numbers. Refer to the chapter Storing Numbers. PIN -- Personal Identification Number You should also read the operating instructions from your network operator about coverage areas and features as call barring and call forwarding. Your SIM is protected by a unique 4- to 8-digit PIN. Special Function No. 14 allows you to decide whether or not this PIN must be entered each time the phone is turned ON. This is called PIN Check. Refer to the chapter Special Functions. Basic Operation Making the Phone Ready for Use Attaching the Battery Turning the Phone On The phone is turned ON by pressing and holding down the Power key until a click is heard. After the phone has been turned ON, the illumination of the display and keys comes on. All segments in the display flash for a few seconds. The PWR (Power) indicator then remains lit. SIM not inserted 1 2 3 If your SIM is not already inserted, the message ``INSERT SIM'' appears in the display. Should this happen, refer to the chapter Problems You Can Solve at the end of this manual. Unfolding the Antenna PIN check enabled If the PIN check is enabled, to protect your SIM, the question ``PIN?'' appears. Enter your PIN on the numeric keys and press the # (Hash) key. The SIM gives you three chances to enter the PIN correctly. If the PIN is entered incorrectly three times, the message ``SIM BLOCKD'' (SIM is blocked) is displayed. Should this happen, refer to the chapter Problems You Can Solve. After the PIN has been entered correctly, the phone searches for a GSM network and the message``SEARCHING'' is displayed. Once a GSM network has been found, three short beeps are heard and the SERV (Service) indicator comes on in the display. An abbreviation for the GSM network is displayed on the left of the display. You may now make and receive calls. Network Battery meter shows this in steps of 1, until 0 is shown when the battery has no charge left. You can read more about this in the chapter Batteries and Recharging. Note the following points: q q The phone will search for the ``home'' network. If this is not available, the phone will search for a GSM network from those in range, provided that Automatic Network Selection is chosen. If Manual Network Selection is chosen, and the ``home'' network is not available, ``SEL NETW'' (Select Network) is displayed. Then you have to select a GSM network yourself. You can read more about this in the description of Special Function Nos. 7 and 9 in the chapter Special Functions. The SERV indicator flashes: This indicates that a GSM network is in range, but the phone will not register on that network. You can, however, make emergency calls. Refer to the section Emergency Calls, later in this chapter, The message ``NO NETW'' (No Network) is displayed: Signal strength meter A signal strength meter shows the strength of the received signal, 0 to 5. A value of 5 indicates a strong signal A battery meter is shown on the right of the display. It starts at 5, after a fully charged battery has been attached to the phone. As the battery loses charge, the battery meter No network is available.The reason may be: q q You are in an area which is not covered by a network The received signal is too weak.Try moving the phone or the car to obtain a stronger signal. Refer to the chapter Problems You Can Solve. Entering a Phone Number If anything is shown in the numeric field of the display, you must erase it before entering the phone number. To erase the numeric field, hold down the C (CLEAR) key until the digits disappear. A phone number to be called, or stored in memory, is entered on the numeric keys. The digits you enter are shown in the numeric field of the display. Special Function No. 17, Area Code, permits you to choose an area code that will be automatically added to a phone number if you do not enter an area code yourself. You can read more about this in the chapter Special Functions. If you enter a wrong digit or a wrong number: If you enter a wrong digit, you can erase it by pressing C (CLEAR). You can press C repeatedly to erase several digits, one at a time. To erase all digits simultaneously, hold down C until the digits disappear. If a number contains more than 10 digits: If you enter a number with more than 10 digits, the first digits will disappear from the display. If you wish to check these digits, press M (MODE) and then RCL (RECALL). Numeric field Always use the area code! Note that there are no local calls when you are calling from a cellular phone; you must always include the area code before the desired number. The only exceptions to this are certain cellular service numbers. Making a Call The SERV indicator must be present in the display. Enter the phone number, including the area code, and press Send. Last Number Recall Press RCL (RECALL) twice, or RCL followed by the numeric key 0. The symbol comes on in the display. When you have made contact with the GSM network, a click is heard and the message ``CALL'' is disp ...