Motorola A1200 User Manual

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8contentsother features . . . . . . . 124advanced calling . . . . 124setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125call times & costs . . . 128handsfr

98media applicationsdownload filesYou can download a file, game, or application from a Web page onto your phone by selecting its link.You must specify

99media applicationsYou can purchase games, applications, and multimedia content for your phone. In most cases, you can download and preview content b

100media applications3Enter configuration settings as described in the following table. Tap the direct line in a field to enter the setting. Pull down

101media applicationsuse browser profilesTo select the active browser profile: 1Tap / Browser in the application launcher screen to start the browser

102media applicationsTap Refresh “My Library” to add any new media files located on the phone or memory card to your library list.play media files 1Ta

103media applicationscreate and use playlistsTo create a new playlist: 1Add media files to the now playing list as described in the previous section.2

104media applicationscameraYour phone has a 2.0 Megapixel camera that can take photos at up to 1200 x 1600 pixels resolution. The camera includes a ma

105media applicationsuse the viewfinderOpen the flip and point the camera lens at the photo subject. PressS as indicated to zoom in/out and adjust ima

106media applicationssmall objects or details, or capture a business card image with the BC Reader application.change photo storage locationPhotos and

107media applicationsTo delete photos or video clips: 1Tapé, then tap Album to open the folder where your photos or video clips are stored.2Tapé, then

9Safety InformationSafety and General InformationSafety InformationThis section contains important information on the safe and efficient operation of

108media applicationsdelay timerTapé, then tap Delay Timer to activate the delay timer. The timer indicator appears in the upper-right corner of the v

109media applicationsplay a recording 1Tap % Recorder in the application launcher screen to activate the recorder.2Tapé, then tap Open to open the My

110media applicationsTap 3 Photo Editor in the application launcher screen to open the photo editor.To edit an existing photo or picture, tapé, tap Op

111media applicationsTo save a picture: 1Tap Save.2Enter a name, storage location, and picture type.3Tap Save to save the picture.Tapé to perform th

112media applicationsFM radioYou can use your phone to listen to FM radio stations when an optional Motorola Original™ standard headset or stereo head

113media applicationssend/receive calls with the radio onYour phone rings or vibrates as usual to notify you of an incoming call, message, or other ev

114extra applicationsextra applicationsvoice commandsYou can use voice commands to make calls, open phone applications, and perform basic phone functi

115extra applications1Press and release the VR key.Your phone prompts you to say a command.2Say the name of an entry in your address book.orSay “Dial

116extra applicationsTo see a complete list of voice commands, tap T Setup, tap Voice Command, then tap Commands List.To perform a voice command: 1Pre

117extra applicationsrestricted in certain areas. Always obey the laws and regulations on the use of these products.For maximum Bluetooth security, yo

10Safety Informationcomplying with local regulatory requirements in your country.DO NOT hold the external antenna when the mobile device is IN USE. Ho

118extra applicationsdevice you have used before. Just turn on the device and move it near the phone.copy files to another deviceYou can copy a photo,

119extra applications 1Tap 0 Bluetooth in the application launcher screen to see the device list.2If necessary, turn Bluetooth power on.3Tap Discove

120extra applicationssynchronize phone informationYou can synchronize data between your phone and a PC through a Bluetooth wireless connection or USB

121extra applicationsmodemYou can use your phone as a modem, to connect your PC to the Internet or transfer data to/from the PC. To use the phone as a

122extra applications2When the data transfer is complete, end the call from the connected PC to close the connection.stkYour SIM card may contain addi

123extra applicationsTo replace a city listing in the world time screen, tap the city name, then tap Browse... to see the time zone map (shown at righ

124other features—advanced callingother featuresadvanced callingfeaturesconference callDuring a call:Tap keypad button à, tap keypad keys to dial next

125other features—setupsetupfixed dialWhen you turn on fixed dialing, you can call only numbers stored in the fixed dial list.Tap<, tap T Setup, ta

126other features—setupUSB modeSet the mode in which you want to use your phone’s USB port:Tap<, tap T Setup, tap USB Mode, then select Modem or Ma

127other features—setupmaster resetReset all default phone settings except for the lifetime timer:Tap<, tap T Setup, tap Master Reset.Tip: Tap Can

11Safety InformationFollow Instructions to Avoid Interference ProblemsTurn off your mobile device in any location where posted notices instruct you to

128other features—call times & costscall times & costsNetwork connection time is the elapsed time from the moment you connect to your service

129other features—handsfreehandsfreeNote: The use of wireless phones while driving may cause distraction. Discontinue a call if you can’t concentrate

130other features—securitysecurityauto answerAutomatically answer calls when using the handsfree speaker, or when the phone is connected to a car kit,

131other features—securityunblock SIM card PIN codesIf you enter an incorrect SIM card PIN code or PIN2 code three times in a row, your SIM card is di

132SAR DataSpecific Absorption Rate DataSAR DataThis model meets international guidelines for exposure to radio waves.Your mobile device is a radio tr

133SAR DataThe World Health Organization has stated that present scientific information does not indicate the need for any special precautions for the

134WHO InformationInformation from the World Health OrganizationWHO Inf ormationPresent scientific information does not indicate the need for any spec

135GNU LicenseGNU General Public LicenseGNU Licen seFor instructions on how to obtain a copy of any source code being made publicly available by Motor

136indexindexAaccessories 18, 116, 129accessory connector port 1, 2address book 52airplane mode 25alarm clock 89alertturn off 35alert, set 37,

137indexclock 32codes 39, 40color scheme 44conference call 124costs, track 129credit information 129Ddata, sharing 41dial a phone number 25, 1

12Safety InformationDriving PrecautionsCheck the laws and regulations on the use of mobile devices in the area where you drive. Always obey them.When

138indexJjoystick 1, 36Llanguage 125linking. See Bluetooth wirelesslockphone 40SIM card 130Low Battery message 32Mmake a call 25master clear 12

139indexPinyin keyboard 33power key 1, 25power management 126printing 119profiles 37, 43Qquick card 64, 67quick menu 38Rradio 112RealOne indic

140indexUunblock the SIM card 131unlockphone 25, 39, 40SIM card 130unlock code 39, 40USB mode, set 126Vvibrate profile 37, 43video clip 104view

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13Safety InformationDamaged ProductsIf your mobile device or battery has been submerged in water, punctured, or subjected to a severe fall, do not use

14Safety InformationGlass PartsSome parts of your mobile device may be made of glass. This glass could break if the product is dropped on a hard surfa

15Use and CareUse and CareUse and CareTo care for your Motorola phone, please keep it away from:liquids of any kind dust and dirtDon’t expose your pho

16EU ConformanceEuropean Union Directives Conformance StatementEU ConformanceHereby, Motorola declares that this product is in compliance with:•The es

17Recycling Information Recycling InformationCaring for the Environment by RecyclingWhen you see this symbol on a Motorola product, do not dispose the

18essentialsessentialsabout this guideThis guide describes the basic features of your Motorola wireless phone.SIM cardYour Subscriber Identity Module

19essentials1Slide the battery door down and away from the camera lens to remove the door.2Hold the SIM card with the notch in the lower left corner a

20essentialsbatterybattery tipsBattery life depends on the network, signal strength, temperature, features, and accessories you use.•Always use Motoro

21essentialsbattery installation1Slide the battery door down and lift it off of the phone.2Insert the battery under the tab at the top of the battery

22essentials3Slide the battery down toward the bottom of the battery compartment to lock it in place.4Place the battery door on the phone and slide it

23essentialsbattery chargingNew batteries are not fully charged. Open the protective cover on your phone’s accessory connector port, then insert the b

24essentialsturn it on & offCaution: On power up, the phone may prompt you to enter your SIM card PIN code to unlock the SIM card. If you enter an

25essentialsTo turn on your phone, open the flip and then press and hold the power keyO for two seconds. If prompted, enter your six-digit SIM card PI

26essentials3Tap Call or press the send keyN to make the call.4When you are finished, tapEnd, close the flip, or press the end keyO to end the call.No

27essentialsNote: Closing the flip doesn’t end a call when the handsfree speaker is turned on (for more information about the handsfree speaker, see p

1HELLOMOTOHELLOMOTOIntroducing your new Motorola A1200 GSM wireless phone. Here’s a quick anatomy lesson.Send KeyHeadset JackMicrophoneAccessory Conne

28basicsbasicsSee page 1 for a basic phone diagram.displayThe home screen appears when you turn on the phone.The home screen shows the next calendar e

29basicsglobal navigation barIcons in the top global navigation bar give you easy access to your phone’s primary functions:Additionally, your phone sh

30basicsof the screen to see additional application icons. Tap an application icon to select it.Tip: You can set your phone to show applications in a

31basicsincluded with each game. You select Java games from the application launcher screen.button barThe button bar shows functions you can select in

32basicswireless connection with a headset accessory or other external device.4 memory card – Shows when a memory card is inserted in your phone.5 Rea

33basicsUse the stylus to write in one of the two writing spaces. For best performance, alternate between the writing spaces so that recognition can o

34basicsZhuyin keyboardUse the Zhuyin keyboard (shown at right) to enter words using Zhuyin characters.English keyboardUse the English keyboard (shown

35basicsdictionary, and apply a watermark to the text you enter.Tap T Setup in the application launcher screen, then tap Input Setup to open the inpu

36basicsWhen the flip is open, tap : in the home screen to set the ring alert profile. For more information, see page 43.navigation joystickPress the

37basicsYou can use the volume keys and smart key to access phone features when the flip is closed. Features described in this section are available w

2HELLOMOTOCamera KeyActivate camera and take photos.Voice Recognition KeyUse voice commands to make calls & perform basic phone functions.Accessor

38basicsTo exit the missed calls list, use the volume keys and smart key to scroll and select Back in the missed calls list.use the quick menuTo open

39basicsDuring a call, tap Spkr to turn the handsfree speakerphone on or off. The handsfree speakerphone remains on until you tap Spkr again or turn t

40basicsTo record your passphrase: Make your recording in a quiet location. Tap T Setup in the application launcher screen, tap Security, then tap Spe

41basicsor unlock your phone using voice print, see the previous section.To automatically lock your phone after a specified period of inactivity: Tap

42basicsfile manager), tapé, then tap Share to select one or more items to share.orTap and hold an item to open a pop-up menu, then tap Share to see a

43customizecustomizeprofilesYou can quickly change your phone’s ring alert profile to match your activity, environment, or personal requirements. Each

44customize2Tap a profile, then tap Edit to adjust alert settings to personalize the profle. You can change the alerts used to notify you of incoming

45customizebacklight 1Tap T Setup in the application launcher screen, then tap Backlight Setup.2Tapî andì to decrease or increase backlight brightnes

46callscallsTo make and answer calls, see page 25.recent callsYour phone keeps lists of incoming and outgoing calls, even for calls that didn’t connec

47callsredial 1Tapo in the global navigation bar to open the phone keypad.2Tap P, then tap Dialed Calls to open the dialed calls list.3Tap the number

3HELLOMOTOMirrorAim camera lens for self-portraits.Camera Mode SwitchSlide right to set normal picture mode,slide left to set macro mode (for close-up

48callscall waitingWhen you’re on a call, you’ll hear an alert if you receive a second call.Tap Answer to put the first call on hold and answer the ne

49callsDepending on your phone settings and/or service subscription, the call may be forwarded to another number, or the caller may hear a busy signal

50callsTo turbo dial a phone number: 1Tapo in the global navigation bar to open the phone keypad.2Tap and hold a keypad key to dial the phone number a

51callsTip: Use the same procedure to insert a wait character (W) in the dialing sequence. Your phone dials the number, waits for the call to connect,

52address bookaddress bookYou can store a contact list of names, phone numbers, and email addresses in your phone’s electronic address book.view conta

53address bookview and edit contact details 1In the contact list, tap a contact name to see its details.2Tap Edit to edit the contact. Your phone sho

54address book6When you are finished entering information, tap Done to store the contact.create groupYou can create a group mailing list consisting of

55address bookright of the email address to send an MMS message to the address.search 1Tap> in the global navigation bar to open the address book.2

56address bookmemory location where new address book contacts are stored.Note: You can enter only a name and a single phone number for each contact th

57address bookcategoriesYour can create user-defined categories to organize your contacts.create a new category 1Tap> in the global navigation bar

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58address book3Select the category, tap é, then tap Delete.4Tap OK to confirm the deletion.check capacityYou can see the number of address book entrie

59address book6Tap OK to send the contact information in a vCard.For more information about using a Bluetooth wireless connection, see page 116.synch

60messagesmessagesYou can send and receive short text-based SMS messages, and multimedia MMS messages containing media objects such as photos, picture

61messagesnumber of messages it contains. Tap a folder to see its contents.The message center contains the following folders:Inbox – Stores SMS and MM

62messagessend text messageYou can send an SMS short text message to other wireless phone users, and to email addresses.To compose and send an SMS mes

63messagessend multimedia messageA Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) multimedia message contains one or more pages with text and embedded media objec

64messages•TapF to insert a sound file or new voice record on the page.•TapG to activate the camera, take a photo or record a video clip, and insert i

65messagesunsent messagesOutgoing messages that failed to send or have not yet been sent are stored in the outbox.On the message center screen, tap Ou

66messagesare based on the number of pages sent.•When you enter an MMS multimedia message, a counter at the top of the display shows the current messa

67messagesWhen your phone shows Memory is Full!, you must delete some existing messages from your inbox, outbox, or drafts folder to receive new messa

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68messagesobject to open a pop-up menu, then select Save to store the object on your phone.If the object is contained in a message attachment, tap and

69messagespersonal folders to prevent other users from reading the messages stored in them.To create a personal folder: 1Tap? in the global navigation

70messagesTo move messages to another folder: 1Tap? in the global navigation bar to go to the message center.2Open the folder that contains the messag

71messagesMMS setup optionsNote: Actual field names and values may vary depending on the technologies available to your service provider. Some setting

72messagesMMS network profile setupYou can edit an existing MMS network profile or create a new MMS network profile. 1Tap? in the global navigation ba

73messagesbrowser messagesYour network’s Web server can send you browser messages that you read in your micro-browser.Your phone shows the new message

74messagesinformation servicesInformation service messages are broadcast messages that you can receive, such as stock updates, news headlines, or spor

75office applicationsoffice applicationsemailYou can send and receive email messages with your wireless phone.Tip: To send and receive email messages,

76office applicationssend an email messageYou can send an email message to one or more recipients. You can manually enter each recipient’s email addre

77office applicationsreceive an email messageEmail messages that you receive are stored on your service provider’s email server until you download the

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78office applicationscreate a personal folderThe procedures for creating and using a personal folder are similar to the corresponding message center p

79office applications4Tap Signature Setup, If you want your phone to automatically append your signature to all outgoing email messages, tap the chec

80office applicationsreceive setup optionsNote: Actual field names and values may vary depending on the technologies available to your service provide

81office applicationscalendarYou can use your phone’s calendar to schedule and organize events such as appointments and meetings.Tap J Calendar in th

82office applicationsTap the date box to see the day’s events. Tap an event to see event details.week viewTap the Month button in the bottom button ba

83office applications2Tap the day to which you want to add an event. Your phone lists the day’s events.3Tapé, then tap New Event to open the new event

84office applicationsedit an event 1Tap the event to see event details.2Tap Edit to open the event editor.3Tap the direct line in a field to edit its

85office applicationsWhen you select Alarm When Power Off in the calendar setup screen, your phone turns itself on if necessary to remind you about sc

86office applicationssynchronize calendar entriesYou can synchronize calendar entries with your PC through a Bluetooth wireless connection or USB cabl

87office applicationsnotesYou can write and store notes on your phone. 1Tap U Notes in the application launcher screen to open the notes editor.2Tap

7contentsaddress book . . . . . . . . 52view contact list . . . . . 52add new contact. . . . . 53create group . . . . . . . . 54call or send

88office applicationsTo reflow the text or make other view adjustments, tapé to open the menu, tap View, then tap Rotate Screen, Reload the document,

89office applicationsalarm clockYour phone has an alarm clock with two separate alarms that you can set to alert you at the time(s) you specify. 1Tap

90office applicationsYour phone lists the available storage devices (such as Phone memory, and an optional removable MicroSD memory card). Tap a stora

91office applicationscreate new folder 1Tap 2 File Manager in the application launcher screen to open the file manager.2If necessary, tap the folder

92office applicationssearchTo search for a specific file: 1Tapé, tap More, then tap Search.2Enter the name of the file in the File Name field.3Specify

93office applicationsbusiness card readerThe business card reader application lets you use your phone’s camera to capture a business card image, then

94office applicationsNote: The business card reader currently only support english and chinese character font recognition.Push the camera mode switch

95office applicationsbar on the right side of the screen to see and edit their contents.To add another category to the list, tapé, then tap Add Items.

96office applicationsrecognize stored business cardTo recognize and edit a business card image that you’ve already captured and stored on your phone,

97media applicationsmedia applicationsbrowserThe browser lets you access Web pages and Web-based applications on your phone. Contact your service prov