Motorola i500plus User's Guide

MOTOROLA™iDEN®Digital Multi-Service Phonei500plus User’s Guide

4 i500plus User’s Guide Attaching and Charging the Battery Attaching the Battery 1. Release the lock located at the bottom of the battery door by pre

5 Welcome Turning On Your i 500 plus Press the On/Off button until a set of icons appears on your display. Next, a welcome message displays while

6i500plus User’s GuideDisplay IconsAfter you turn on the phone, display icons appear on the screen to inform you of existing conditions. See the follo

7WelcomeAbout Modes and Menus Modes and menus are the navigational tools, providing access to the various features of your i500plus. There are four mo

8i500plus User’s GuideMAKING PHONE CALLSIn addition to making and receiving phone calls in Phone mode, you can forward calls, use call waiting, put ca

9Making Phone CallsName Search 1. From the Phone Ready screen, select “Name”. 2. Using the keypad, enter the first letter of the desired name, for

10i500plus User’s GuideReceiving a Phone Call• Press one of the following keys: , , or . Or, press any numeric key (0 through 9). • To end the call

11Making Phone Calls2. Select “Ok”.3. Press or to scroll through the available ring styles.4. To listen to the selected ring style, press the Volu

12i500plus User’s GuideConditional Call ForwardingYou may want to forward your calls when your i500plus is:• Busy on another call or the browser (Busy

13Making Phone CallsCall WaitingUsing the Call Waiting feature, you can answer an incoming call when you are on another call. Call Waiting is on unles

i500plus User’s Guide PATENT AND TRADEMARK INFORMATION This product is protected under one or more of the following patents:4817157, 4896361, 4857928

14i500plus User’s GuideCreating, Editing, and Using Stored ListsA stored list is a directory of phone numbers and Private IDs and their related names.

15Making Phone CallsThe next screen briefly displays the remaining number of phone numbers and Private IDs that you can store. 3. Enter the name that y

16i500plus User’s GuideEditing and Erasing Phone List Entries1. Press , , , .2. Select “Ok”. The “Edit Entry” screen displays.3. Do one of the followi

17Making Phone Calls• To erase an entry:(1) At the “Edit Entry?” screen, press or once, then select “Ok”.(2) Press or to scroll to the desired

18i500plus User’s GuideMAKING PRIVATE CALLSA Private call is a one-to-one conversation between two people. In Private mode, each i500plus is identified

19Making Private CallsReceiving a Private CallWhen you receive an incoming Private call, you hear a brief chirp-like tone. Your i500plus automatically

20i500plus User’s GuideReceiving a Call AlertWhen you receive a Call Alert, you will hear an alert tone and see a message on your display.• To answer

21Making Private CallsQuickstore of Private IDsQuickstore allows you to quickly store a received or sent Private ID, without having to enter the progr

22i500plus User’s GuideStoring Your Private IDTo store your Private ID in your i500plus: 1. Press ,,. The screen displays the message, “2=Own Pvt I

23Making Group CallsMAKING GROUP CALLSA Group Call allows you to communicate instantly with members of a selected Talkgroup–a pre-defined set of people

i CONTENTS Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Features of Your i 500 plus . . . . . . . . .

24i500plus User’s GuideAdding and Storing a TalkgroupTo add and store a talkgroup name to your i500plus:1. Press , , , .2. Select “Ok”.3. At “Add New

25Using Mail ServicesUSING MAIL SERVICESYour i500plus provides the following mail services:• Net Mail™• Voice Mail• Message MailWhen you receive a new

26i500plus User’s Guide 4. The details of the alert type displays. To read the message, select “View”. 5. After you read the message, do one of th

27Using Mail ServicesMessage MailMessage Mail can be either a numeric page or a text message of up to 140 characters. Your phone can receive and store

28i500plus User’s GuideMail Memory FullIf all 16 message registers are full, your phone displays the message “Mail Waiting, Memory Full”. You cannot r

29Using Your Phone as a ModemUSING YOUR PHONE AS A MODEMYou can use your i500plus as a modem for data transfer from you laptop, handheld device, or de

30i500plus User’s GuidePROGRAMMING MENUSYou can customize the settings on your phone using the Programming Menu. 1. Press until you see “Prgm” on

31Programming Menus 4 Manual Lock:Off Lock your phone to prevent unauthorized use. You must enter a pass code to unlock it.Even with the manual lock

32i500plus User’s Guide21 Phone List Edit Edit or erase up to 100 frequently called phone numbers and associated names. See “Editing and Erasing Phon

33Programming Menus33 Earpiece Volume Set the default earpiece volume using the volume control keys.34 Keypad Volume Set the volume of the keypad tone

ii i500plus User’s Guide Using Mail Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Net Mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

34i500plus User’s Guide63 IP Address(for optional data services)Use the scroll keys to view the Internet Protocol (IP) Address-1 for your browser, as

35Programming Menus NOTE: Important! Do not perform the following shaded menu options unless you are instructed to do so by your carrier. You could d

36i500plus User’s GuideABOUT STATUS MESSAGESYou may receive status messages under certain conditions. Before contacting your carrier, note the message

37AccessoriesACCESSORIESBatteriesCharging the BatteryTo get the maximum use from the battery, charge it overnight before you use it for the first time.

38i500plus User’s GuideTravel ChargersUsing a Travel Charger, you can charge a battery from an electrical outlet. You can use:• The SPN4474 Standard T

39AccessoriesVehicular Battery ChargerThe NTN8978 Vehicular Battery Charger enables in-vehicle communications by charging the NiMH battery and providi

40i500plus User’s GuideDesktop Dual-Pocket ChargerThe NTN1690 Desktop Dual-Pocket Charger charges Motorola authorized batteries, as listed on page 37,

41AccessoriesData Operation1. Insert the round end of the iDEN Data Cable (NKN6521) into the data cable receptacle located on the back of the charger,

42i500plus User’s GuideDesktop Charger TroubleshootingIf the battery is not charging and you see:A flashing yellow indicator -• The flashing yellow LED

43AccessoriesAudio AdapterThe NTN8654 Audio Adapter connects an earpiece microphone or headset to your i500plus for privacy and hands-free operation.

iiiOperational Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Damaged Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

44i500plus User’s GuideDash Mount HolderThe NTN9025 Dash Mount Holder provides a convenient holder for your i500plus. The Dash Mount Holder can be ins

45AccessoriesSwivel Belt ClipThe NTN8980 Swivel Belt Clip provides a convenient means by which to carry your i500plus with you.Figure 7. Using the Swi

46i500plus User’s GuideHands-Free Car KitIMPORTANT! The Hands-Free Car Kit is also a charger. Therefore, DO NOT operate this kit and the Vehicular Bat

47Accessories4. Selecting the correct position for the hands-free visor microphone is vital for the performance of the hands-free circuitry. It is rec

48i500plus User’s Guide For the Safe and Efficient Operation of Your Radio, Observe these Guidelines:Your radio product contains a transmitter and a re

49Safety and General InformationWhen placing or receiving a phone call, or using the group and private call functions with a Group/Private Speaker OFF

50i500plus User’s GuideOther Medical DevicesIf you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it i

51Safety and General Information OPERATIONAL WARNINGSPotentially Explosive AtmospheresTurn off your two-way radio when you are in any area with a pote

52i500plus User’s GuideCleaning InstructionsClean the external surfaces of the unit with a damp cloth, using a mild solution of dishwashing detergent

53Accessory Safety InformationAccessory Safety InformationIMPORTANT:SAVE THESE ACCESSORY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Before using the battery, read all the

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54i500plus User’s Guide• Use of a non-recommended attachment to the Desktop Dual-Pocket Charger may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury

55Owner’s InformationOWNER’S INFORMATIONMobile Equipment Identifier (IMEI)_____________________________Own Phone Number_____________________________Own

1 Welcome WELCOME ongratulations on purchasing your Motorola iDEN i 500 plus data-capable, multi-service, digital portable phone. Superior features

2 i500plus User’s Guide Features of Your i 500 plus *These features are available in the Net Mode browser. NOTE: • Remove the plastic lens protec

3 Welcome 1. Antenna Extend for optimal signal. 2. Earpiece Hold to your ear to hear the other party. 3. Volume Control Buttons Press to a