Digital Talk 2000 Owner's Manual ATTENTION Before Using the Phone: It is necessary that you fully CHARGE the phone battery before attempting to make or receive a call. Battery Disposal: DO NOT PLACE USED BATTERIES IN YOUR REGULAR TRASH. THIS NICKEL-CADMIUM (Ni-Cd) BATTERY MUST BE COLLECTED, RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SOUND MANNER. : Battery Recommendations: The NEC Digital Talk 2000 Series IS-136 TDMA cellular phone you have purchased is designed to deliver quality performance and provide you with years of use. To maintain optimum performance, NEC recommends only using NEC Authentic Accessories with all NEC cellular phones. The incineration, landfilling, or mixing of nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) batteries with any municipal solid waste stream is PROHIBITED BY LAW in most areas. Return this battery to a federal or state approved nickelcadmium (or "sealed lead") battery recycler. This may be where you purchased the battery or a local seller of automotive batteries. In all states, call 1-800-637-5917, except Minnesota, if further disposal information is required. In Minnesota, call 1-800-225-PRBA. Contact local waste management officials for other information regarding the environmentally sound collection, recycling and disposal of this battery. Hands-Free Adapter: NEC does not recommend using a hands-free adapter with the Digital Talk 2000 Series portable cellular telephone. i IMPORTANT READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE USING YOUR HAND-HELD PORTABLE CELLULAR TELEPHONE First introduced in 1984, the hand-held portable cellular telephone is one of the most exciting and innovative electronic products ever developed. With it you can stay in contact with your office, your home, emergency services, and others. For the safe and efficient operation of your phone, observe these guidelines. Your cellular telephone is a radio transmitter and receiver. When it is ON, it receives and also sends out radio frequency (RF) energy. The phone operates in the frequency range of 824 MHz to 894 MHz and employs commonly used frequency modulation (FM) techniques. When you use your phone, the cellular system handling your call controls the power level at which your phone transmits. The power level can range from 0.006 of a watt to 0.6 of a watt. Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy In 1991 the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), and in 1992 the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) updated the 1982 ANSI Standard for safety levels with respect to human exposure to RF energy. Approximately 120 scientists, engineers, and physicians from universities, government health agencies, and industry, after reviewing the available body of research, developed this updated Standard. In March, 1993, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) proposed the adoption of this updated Standard. The design of your phone complies with this updated Standard. Of course, if you want to limit RF exposure even further than the updated ANSI Standard, you may choose to control the duration of your calls and operate your phone in the most power efficient manner. Efficient Phone Operation For your phone to operate at the lowest power level, consistent with satisfactory call quality, please observe the following guidelines: ii If your phone has an extendable antenna, extend it fully. Some models allow you to place a call with the antenna retracted. However, your phone operates more efficiently with the antenna fully extended. Hold the phone as you would any other telephone. While speaking directly into the mouthpiece, position the antenna up and over your shoulder. Do not hold the antenna when the phone is "IN USE". Holding the antenna affects call quality and may cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than needed. Antenna Care and Replacement Do not use the phone with a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into contact with the skin, a minor burn may result. Replace a damaged antenna immediately. Consult your manual to see if you may change the antenna yourself. If so, use only a manufacturer-approved antenna. Otherwise, take your phone to a qualified service center for repair. Use only the supplied or approved antenna. Non-approved antennas, modifications, or attachments could impair call quality, damage the phone, and violate FCC regulations. Driving Check the laws and regulations on the use of cellular telephones in the areas where you drive. Always obey them. When using your phone while driving, please: * give full attention to driving, and * pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions so require. Hearing Aids Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you may want to consult your service provider [ or call the customer service line to discuss alternatives.] Electronic Devices Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF energy. However, RF energy from cellular telephones may affect inadequately shielded electronic equipment. iii RF energy may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic operating and entertainment systems in motor vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or its representative to determine if these systems are adequately shielded from external RF energy. You should also check with the manufacturer of any equipment that has been added to your vehicle. Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices (such as pacemakers, hearing aids, etc.) to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF energy. Turn your phone OFF in health care facilities when any regulations posted in the areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy. Aircraft Turn your phone OFF before boarding any aircraft. * Use it on the ground only with crew permission. * Do not use it in the air. To prevent possible interference with aircraft systems, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations require you to have permission from a crew member to use your phone while the plane is on the ground. To prevent interference with cellular systems, FCC regulations prohibit using your phone while the plane is in the air. Children Do not allow children to play with your phone. It is not a toy. Children could hurt themselves or others (by poking themselves or others in the eye with the antenna, for example). Children also could damage the phone, or make calls that increase your telephone bills. Blasting Areas To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your unit OFF when in a "blasting area" or in areas posted: "Turn off two-way radio." Construction crews often use remote control RF devices to set off explosives. Air Bags An air bag inflates with great force. DO NOT place objects, including both installed or portable wireless equipment, in the area over the air bag or in the bag deployment area. If invehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag inflates, serious injury could result. iv Potentially Explosive Atmospheres Turn your phone OFF when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere. It is rare, but your phone or its accessories could generate sparks. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly marked. They include fueling areas such as gas stations; below deck on boats; fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities; areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders; and any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine. Do not transport or store flammable gas, liquid, or explosives in the compartment of your vehicle which contains your phone or accessories. Vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane) must comply with the National Fire Protection Standard (NFPA-58). For a copy of this standard, contact the National Fire Protection Association, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269, Attn: Publication Sales Division. PACEMAKER/ICDs Research sponsored by the Wireless Technology Research, LLC ("WTR"), indicates that some wireless telephones cause interference with pacemakers. Accordingly, NEC America endorses the following recommendations issued by the WTR: Wireless phones should be kept at a safe distance from a pacemaker. Existing data indicate that the greater the distance between a pacemaker and a wireless phone, the less risk of interference. These data further indicate that six inches is the proper separation distance for minimal risk. Practical steps to achieve this separation distance include: o The wireless telephone should not be placed over the pacemaker, such as in a breast pocket, when it is in the "ON" position. (A phone is "ON" when power is being supplied to the telephone by the battery). o The phone should be used at the ear opposite the pacemaker. Note: There is nothing in the comprehensive data to suggest that bystanders with pacemakers would be at risk of interference from others who are using wireless phones. v CONTROLS AND FEATURES Antenna Earpiece Receiver Liquid Crystal Display Call Control Keys Function Keys Dialing/SMS Scroll Keys Symbol Keys/ Scroll Keys Microphone Battery Locking Catch Sounder/Speaker Volume Rechargeable Battery Pack Battery Charging Jack Battery Charging Contacts External Connector CONTENTS vi DISPLAY INDICATORS Signal Strength Indicator Clock Alarm Indicator Battery Charge Indicator Full Lock Indicator Partial Lock Indicator Digital Service Indicator Analog Service IndicatorH Home Service IndicatorR Roam Service Indicator Function Mode Indicator In Conversation Indicator Call Timer Indicator Short Message Indicator Voice Mail Indicator Repeat Dial System Indicator No Service Battery Charging c flashing RD AB 03m06s D A H R FCN SMS KEYS First Message Last Message Scroll Up Scroll Down Previous Message Next Message Left Right Delete Message Lock Message U V U V U U V V T S CLR MEM vii Getting Started Installing and Removing the Battery The Battery Charge Indicator Charging and Recharging the Battery Display Indicators Quick Reference Guide List of Menu Functions Operation of the Phone Turning On or Off Placing a Call Receiving a Call Signal Strength Volume Keys Last Number Redial Speed Dialing Menu Facility Shortcuts The Memory Permanent Memory Storing Information Group Storing Recalling Phone Numbers From Memory Keying In Names Editing Names or Numbers Displaying "Hidden" Digits Deleting Phone Numbers From Memory Recalling A Memory Location Number Scanning Phone Numbers Sequentially Scanning Phone Numbers Alphabetically Scratchpad Displaying Your Own Phone Number, Day of the Week, and Network Selection Additional Features Locking/Unlocking the Phone Length of Your Calls Total Call Time Counters Setting the Backlight Setting the Key Tone Volume Level Setting the Ringing Volume Selecting Alert Tone Type Using the Phone on Two Networks DTMF Tone Transmission Tone Generator Pauses Memory Linking 3 4 4 5 6 7 8 8 9 9 9 10 10 11 11 12 13 13 14 15 16 16 16 17 17 17 18 18 18 21 21 22 23 23 24 24 25 26 27,28 28 CONTENTS -1- System Selection (Including Roaming) Call Lists Muting/Unmuting Low Battery Alarm Error Tone Alarm Clock, Auto Power On, and Auto Off Function Setting the Alarm Setting Automatic Power On Setting Automatic Power Off Escalating Alert Automatic Locking Fixed Digit Dialing Speed Dial Memory Locking Temporary Lock Code Set Reset User Settings (Default) Wake-Up Message Programming Call Type Automatic Repeat Dialing One-Touch Dialing Multiple Language Selection Clock/Calendar Setting Minutes Reminder Tone SID Management Short Messaging Service Short Message Alerts Message Memory Periodic Message Notification Message View Mode Message View Mode Keypad Summary Message Headers Message Separators Deleting Messages Callback Feature Exiting Message Review Mode Sort Order Feature Voice Mail Feature Roll Off Feature Word Wrap Feature SMS Initialize Feature SID Management (System Identifier) Non-Public Mode NAM Programming Maintenance Care and Maintenance Troubleshooting Limited Warranty Technical Information NEC Service Support 29 31 32 33 34 34 34 36 37 39 40 41 44 45 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 55 56 56 57 59 60 60 61 62 63 64 64 65 65 66 66 67 67 67 68 72 72 73 74 77 78 GETTING STARTED -2- Your phone is powered by a rechargeable battery. A new battery must be fully charged before being used for the first time. If left unused, a fully charged battery will discharge itself in about a month. Store batteries uncharged in a cool, dark, and dry place. The battery pack is a sealed unit with no serviceable parts inside. Do not attempt to open the case. WARNING: Use only NEC approved batteries, antennas, and chargers. The use of any other types will invalidate any approval or warranty applying to the telephone. INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE BATTERY To Install the Battery: 1. Insert the bottom of the battery into the base of the phone. 2. Fasten it to the phone by pressing slightly downward on the battery until the locking catch snaps into place. 3. Make sure the battery is properly installed. To Remove the Battery: Remember to switch the power off before removing the battery. 1. Slide the locking latch located at the top of the battery upward and gently pull the battery away from the phone. THE BATTERY CHARGE INDICATOR -3- The Battery Charge Indicator is visible on the upper right corner of the display. When the battery charge falls to a preset level, the phone displays a warning message, RECHARGE BATTERY, and an audible double beep sounds six times at 10second intervals. The phone then automatically powers off. Battery Charge Indicator D H B D HB RECHARGE BATTERY 12:00 am SYSTEM? CHARGING AND RECHARGING THE BATTERY J A N 01 Charging the battery can be accomplished two ways. (A) By direct connect of the AC Adapter to the charging jack if you purchased the NiCd Battery configuration, or (B) By placing the phone into the charging stand. (A) 1. Plug the AC Adapter into a standard 110V AC outlet. 2. Insert the DC plug into the phone battery jack. (B) 1. Plug the AC Adapter into a standard 110V AC outlet. 2. Insert the DC plug into the charging stand jack. 3. Place the phone in the charging stand. (A) (B) NiCd and NiMH Battery Charging/Recharging Times With Standard Charger With Rapid Charger NiCd ~8 hours ~1.5 hours A new must be NiMH battery ~10 hours fully charged before being ~2.5 hours used for the first time. Batteries last longer and perform better if allowed to discharge fully at least once a week. You can do this by leaving the phone switched on overnight, or until the message RECHARGE BATTERY is displayed and the phone shuts itself off. NOTE: If the battery is too hot or cold, charging will be interrupted until the battery reaches a normal temperature. DISPLAY INDICATORS -4- Shows cellular signal strength. CLOCK ALARM Indicates clock alarm is on. Analog/Digital Service Indicator Home/Roam Indicator Current Date Current Time D H B DD Signal Indicator Alarm Indicator Lock Indicator Battery Charge Indicator FEB 0 2 12:00 a m SYSTEM? System Identifier Analog/Digital Conversation Indicator Signal Indicator In Conversation Indicator NOTE: If system identifier alphanumeric name exceeds 10 digits, the system identifier name is not displayed. D H D B Battery ChargeD Indicator Call Timer 00m17s Home/Roam Indicator Analog/Digital Service Indicator System Indicator Repeat Dial Indicator RD Battery Charge Indicator D R H B FEB 0 2 12:00 a m System Identifier SYSTEM? QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE -5- Press and hold PWR. Key in number, press SND. Press END. Press SND. (Any key if Any Key Answer is, ON [See FCN 53]). Clear digit Press CLR briefly. Clear display Press CLR and hold. Last number redial Press SND. Adjust earpiece volume Press VOL (In conversation) Adjust ringer volume Press FCN + 4 + 5 Adjust keytone volume Press VOL (In Standby) Retrieve Text Msgs Press MEM+MEM Retrieve Voice Mail Press MEM+SND Call Lists Press MEM (Hold) ____________________The Memory___________________ Store a phone number Key in number and/or (name [using automatically in next FCN 3]). Press FCN + MEM (Hold). available location The number is automatically stored in the first empty memory location. Speed Dialing Key in the number of the memory location. Press SND. Store in a Location Press FCN+MEM+X+Y Recall a Location Press MEM+X+Y Scan through Memory Press MEM + 0 + 1+ # or W .... Scan alphabetically for Press MEM + # or W .... a name _____________________The Menu____________________ Enter menu Scroll Select function Scroll Select status Short Msg Memory Shortcut facility Press FCN (Hold) or FCN+FCN Press # or Turn on/off Make call End call Answer call W ,.... Press flashing menu number (1)(2).... Press # or Press MEM. Press MEM + MEM. W ,.... Press FCN. Press the number of the function. (Example FCN+4+1) _______________List of Menu Functions_______________ -6- TOTAL TIME Home,Roam ALARM CLOCK On,Off,Alm ALPHA TAG Names TONE FUNCTION Alert,Escalating, DTMF,Call Tone,Ring Volume CALL PROCESSING Auto ans, Any key answer, Sys Sel,Multi NAM, One touch, Language, Backlight LOCK PHONE Call lists,Auto lock, Fixed dial,End to End, Memo lock,Temp Code, Initialize,Total Time, Wake up msg DATE AND TIME Time,Date,Year SPECIAL FUNCTION Call Type,Ext Cont,VM Number, Roll Off, Word Wrap,Erase SMS Msgs, SID Mgt MIC MUTE CONTROL FULL MUTE CONTROL PAUSE DIAL AUTO PAUSE MEMORY LINK FULL LOCK PARTIAL LOCK AUTOMATIC REPEAT DIAL HIDDEN DIGITS -7- FCN + 1 FCN + 2 FCN + 3 FCN + 4 FCN + 5 FCN + 6 FCN + 7 FCN + 8 FCN + 9 FCN + 9 (Hold) FCN + 0 + 0 FCN + 0 + 1 FCN + 0 + 2 FCN + # FCN + W FCN + SND FCN (Hold) OPERATION OF THE PHONE 1) Press the PWR key and hold it for at least 2 seconds. The phone will carry out a short self-test sequence, then briefly display a default wake-up message or your wake-up message if you have programmed one into the phone. 2) When the Signal Strength Indicator, Date and Time Home or Roam indicator appears on the display, the phone is ready for use. If "No Service" appears it means that you are outside the cellular service area and the network cannot serve you. A cellular phone can only send and receive calls when it is switched on, and has service (as indicated in 2 above) 3) Press the PWR key and hold it for at least 2 seconds to switch the phone off. PLACING A CALL Fully extend the antenna before sending or receiving a call. Note: Push in the antenna when you are not using the phone. You can use the phone without extending the antenna in a good coverage area. 1) Key in the number (include 1 + area code if you're making a long distance call). Note: If you make a mistake, press the CLR key briefly to delete the last keystroke; or press and hold the CLR key to clear the whole display. 2) The number will appear on the display as it is keyed in. 3) Press SND. 4) The IN USE indicator will appear, and the number will disappear from the display. The call timer will appear and start counting upward. 5) Lift the phone to your ear, and wait until your call is answered. 6) When you have finished the call, press END. -8- If the No Service Bars appear, , you are outside your cellular service area. If the lock indicators, , appear on the display, your phone has been electronically LOCKED (see Locking/Unlocking the Phone). You can still make emergency calls when the phone is locked. RECEIVING A CALL 1) When there is an incoming call, the phone rings, and the CALL message flashes on the display. If Caller ID is available in your area, the number and/or name may also be displayed. If the ringing tone has been switched off the flashing of the display and keypad will alert you of an incoming call. 2) Press SND (Any Key if Any Key Answer has been turned on) and lift the phone to your ear. 3) When you have finished your conversation, press END. If you do not answer the call, the "Missed Call Indicator" remains on the display (indicating someone attempted to phone you). Press MEM to view the missed calls (use # or W to scroll the list) or press CLR to clear the display. (See page 31, Call Lists.) 1 Missed c a l l s. Press MEM to view 12:00a Mon 01] 8171234567 SIGNAL STRENGTH The quality of your call depends on the strength of the cellular signal in your area. The phone displays current signal strength as a series of bars running up and down the display screen. The more bars, the better the signal. If the signal is poor, try moving the phone slightly to improve reception. If you are using the phone in a building, it may be necessary to move near a window, or outdoors for better reception. VOLUME KEY The volume key controls the volume of the earpiece during conversation mode and the keypad tones during standby mode. VOL nnnnnnn Jan 01 12:00am SYSTEM? -9- LAST NUMBER REDIAL The last number dialed can be redialed automatically without re-entering it. (The number can still be retrieved even if the phone has been switched off and back on.) 1) With the display cleared, press SND. 2) The number you last called will appear on the display and is automatically redialed. D H B 2141234567 In Use Last number redial can also be retrieved from the memory; 1) Press MEM + 0 + 0. DH DH DH B LN) 2141234567 2) Press SND to make the call. SPEED DIALING The phone dials quickly by recalling phone numbers from memory using the memory location number and the SND key. 1) Press Memory Location Number (Example 01) D H B 01 DH 2) Press SND. D H B 2141234567 In Use Note: Names associated with the memory location you have selected will not be shown. -10- MENU FACILITY The menu allows you to operate or check the setting of certain features. Although the menu method can take longer than the alternative shortcut method, it is often easier to remember. D H B DH 1) Press FCN (Hold). FCN 1 Total Time 2) The display will read FCN 1 Total Time with the 1 flashing. Use # or W to step forward or backward through the list of function menus. Press the flashing number to access the desired displayed function menu. Use # or W to step forward or backward through the list of selections available within the function menu. Press MEM to change a setting within a displayed function menu selection. 3) Use the CLR key to save the selection and exit the function menu. MENU SHORTCUTS Each Menu function can also be controlled by a shortcut. By using the shortcut you can get to the function you want to change or check without scrolling. To activate the shortcut function simply press FCN followed by the shortcut number, (Example FCN 4 + 1 for Alert Set). The menu functions available are: Menu Function/Description Total Time Alarm Set Character Entering Tone Function Alert Set Escalating Tone Long DTMF Call Tone Ring Volume Call Processing Auto Answer Any Key Answer System Select Mullti NAM One Touch -11Shortcut FCN + 1 FCN + 2 FCN + 3 FCN + 4 FCN + 4 + 1 FCN + 4 + 2 FCN + 4 + 3 FCN + 4 + 4 FCN + 4 + 5 FCN + 5 FCN + 5 + 1 FCN + 5 + 3 FCN + 5 + 4 FCN + 5 + 5 FCN + 5 + 7 Menu Function/Description Language Backlight Lock Code Function Time Stamp Clear Auto Lock Fixed Dial End to End Memo Lock Temp Code Initialize Total Time Clear Wake Up Message Clock Set Special Function Call Type Voice Mail Number Roll Off Order Word Wrap SMS Initialize SID Management Mute Function Pause Dial Auto Pause Memory Link Full Lock Partial Lock Automatic Repeat Dialing HF Audio Switch Review Hidden Digits Shortcut FCN + 5 + 8 FCN + 5 + 9 FCN + 6 FCN + 6 + 1 FCN + 6 + 2 FCN + 6 + 3 FCN + 6 + 4 FCN + 6 + 5 FCN + 6 + 6 FCN + 6 + 7 FCN + 6 + 8 FCN + 6 + 9 FCN + 7 FCN + 8 FCN + 8 + 1 FCN + 8 + 4 FCN + 8 + 5 FCN + 8 + 6 FCN + 8 + 7 FCN + 8 + 8 FCN + 9 (Mic Mute) FCN + 9 Hold (Full Mute) FCN + 0 + 0 FCN + 0 + 1 FCN + 0 + 2 FCN + # FCN + W FCN + SND FCN + VOL FCN (Hold) For further information on menu functions see the Additional Features section. THE MEMORY Your phone has 99 memory locations which allow you to store numbers (up to 32 digits) and names associated with the numbers (up to 10 letters). Your phone can also use memory locations 70 through 99 as permanent memory. Only authorized dealers, (using special adapters) can write the phone numbers into the permanent memory locations. Your phone also keeps and displays the various information about the last 20 incoming, outgoing, and missed calls. The information shows actual talk time of the call, when the call was established (time and day of the week) and whether the call was received, or sent. These locations can only be accessed by pressing MEM (Hold). -12-