Motorola V186 Specifications

V186GSM

8essentialsSIM cardYour Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card contains personal information like your phone number and phonebook entries.Caution: Don’

9essentialsbattery chargingNew batteries are not fully charged. Plug the travel charger into your phone and an electrical outlet. Your phone displays

10essentials•It is normal for batteries to gradually wear down and require longer charging times. If you notice a change in your battery life, it is p

11essentials2Insert the tab at the bottom of the new lens into the bottom of the phone flip, then use your thumbs to press along the sides of the lens

12essentialsTo “hang up,” close the flip or press o.your phone numberFrom the home screen, press M# to see your number.Tip: Want to see your phone num

13main attractionsmain attractionsYou can do much more with your phone than make and receive calls!multimedia messagesFor more message features, see p

14main attractionsTo select a phonebook entry, highlight the entry and press the ADDkey. Repeat to add other phonebook entries.To enter a new number,

15main attractions•A sound file plays when its slide displays. Use the volume keys to adjust the sound volume.Note: In a multimedia letter, you may ha

16basicsbasicsSee page 1 for a basic phone diagram.displayThe home screen displays when you turn on the phone. To dial a number from the home screen,

17basicsStatus indicators can display at the top of the home screen: 1 Signal Strength Indicator – Vertical bars show the strength of the network conn

18basics4 Roam Indicator – Shows when your phone is seeking or using a network outside your home network. Indicators can include:5 Active Line Indicat

19basics9 Ring Style Indicator – Shows the ring style setting.10 Battery Level Indicator – Vertical bars show the battery charge level. Recharge the b

20basicsThe following menu icons may be available, depending on your service provider and service subscription options.Note: Your Instant Messaging me

21basics•In an alphabetized list, press a key repeatedly to cycle through its letters and highlight the closest matching list option.•When an option h

22basicsTo set your primary and secondary text entry modes, press M>Entry Setup in a text entry screen and select Primary Setup or Secondary Setup.

23basicsFor example, if you press 7764, your phone displays:•If you want a different word (such as Progress), continue pressing keypad keys to enter t

24basicsTo enter text in tap mode, press a keypad key repeatedly to cycle through the letters and number on the key. Repeat this step to enter each le

25basics•The first character of every sentence is capitalized. If necessary, press S down to change the character to lowercase before the cursor moves

26basics•change the ringer volume from the home screen Tip: Sometimes silence really is golden. That’s why you can quickly set your ringer to Vibrate

27basicscodes & passwordsYour phone’s 4-digit unlock code is originally set to 1234. The 6-digit security code is originally set to 000000. If you

1HELLOMOTOIntroducing your new Motorola V186 GSM wireless phone. Here’s a quick anatomy lesson.040262bLeft Soft KeyNavigate menus.Open menus.Volume Ke

28customizecustomizering styleEach ring style profile uses a different set of sounds or vibrations for incoming calls and other events. Here are the p

29customizetime & dateYou need to set your phone’s time and date to use the datebook.Find it: Press M >Settings >Initial Setup >Time and

30customizethemesA phone theme is a group of image and sound files that you can apply to your phone. Most themes include a wallpaper image, screen sav

31customizePress M >Settings >Initial Setup >Backlight.Note: To turn the backlight on or off for Java™ applications, press M>Settings >

32callscallsTo make and answer calls, see page 11.turn off a call alertYou can press the volume keys to turn off a call alert before answering the cal

33callsredial 1Press n from the home screen to see the dialed calls list2Highlight the entry you want to call, then press n.If you hear a busy signal

34callsreturn a callYour phone keeps a record of your unanswered calls, and displays X Missed Calls, where X is the number of missed calls. 1Press the

35callscall waitingWhen you’re on a call, you’ll hear an alert if you receive a second call.Press n to answer the new call.•To switch between calls, p

36callsemergency callsYour service provider programs one or more emergency phone numbers, such as 911 or 112, that you can call under any circumstance

37callsFind it: Press M >Settings >Initial Setup >1TouchDial >Phone,SIM,or Fixed DialvoicemailYour network stores the voicemail messages y

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38other featuresother featuresadvanced callingfeatureconference callDuring a call:Dial next number, press n, press the LINKkey.transfer a callDuring a

39other featuresTTY callsSet up your phone for use with an optional TTY device:M >Settings >Initial Setup >TTY Setupchange phone lineIf you h

40other featuresphonebookDTMF tones Activate DTMF tones:M >Settings >Initial Setup >DTMFSend DTMF tones during a call:Press number keys.Send

41other featuresrecord a voice nameWhen creating a phonebook entry, highlight Voice Name and press the RECORDkey. Press the RECORDkey again and say th

42other featuresset ringer ID for entryAssign a distinctive ring alert (ringer ID) to an entry:M >Phonebook > entryM>Edit>Ringer ID > r

43other featuresset category viewM >PhonebookM>Categories> category viewYou can display All entries, entries in a predefined category (Busine

44other featuresmessagesFor basic multimedia message features, see page 13.copy phonebook entryCopy an entry from the phone to the SIM card, or from t

45other featuresAOL® Instant Messenger™read old messages M >Messages >Message InboxPress M to perform various operations on a message.store mess

46other featureschatpersonalizingend conversationFrom the conversation display:M >End Conversationsign offSelect Sign Off from the AIM Online menu.

47other featuresring volumeM >Ring Styles > styleDetail >Ring Volumekeypad volumeM >Ring Styles > styleDetail >Key VolumeremindersSe

3feature locatormain menunPhonebooktRing Styles•Style• style DetaileMessages• Create Message• Message Inbox•Voicemail•Browser Msgs• Info Services•Quic

48other featuresshortcuts Create a shortcut to a menu item:Highlight the menu item, then press and hold M.Use a shortcut:Press M, then press the short

49other featurescall timesNetwork connection time is the elapsed time from the moment you connect to your service provider's network to the momen

50other featuresdata callsTo connect your phone with a USB cable, see page 15.auto answer (car kit or headset)Automatically answer calls when connecte

51other featuresnetworkpersonal organizerreceive dataConnect your phone to the device, then answer the call through the device application.featurenetw

52other featuressecurityevent reminder When an event reminder displays: To see reminder details, the VIEWkey. To close the reminder, press the EXITkey

53other featuresfun & gamesfeaturemanage picturesManage photos, pictures, and animations:M >Multimedia >My Picturesmanage soundsManage ring

54other featuresdownload game or applicationDownload a Java™ game or application with the micro-browser:M >Office Tools >Web Access >Browser,

55troubleshootingtroubleshootingIf you have questions or need assistance, we're here to help.Go to www.motorola.com/consumer/support, where you c

56Specific Absorption Rate DataSpecific Absorption Rate DataSAR dataThis model wireless phone meets the government’s requirements for exposure to radi

57Specific Absorption Rate Datafor use at the ear is 1.40 W/kg , and when worn on the body, as described in this user guide, is 0.28 W/kg. The SAR val

4settings menulPersonalize• Home Screen• Main Menu•Color Style• Greeting• Wallpaper • Screen Saver•Quick DialtRing Styles•Style• style DetailH Call Fo

58License Agreement for AOL® Instant Messenger™ License Agreement for AOL® Instant Messenger™ ServiceAOL® licenseThe AOL Instant Messenger service (th

59License Agreement for AOL® Instant Messenger™Agreement, and that you will not use the Software or the Service to violate any law, regulation or ordi

60License Agreement for AOL® Instant Messenger™ AGREEMENT, EVEN IN THE EVENT SUCH PARTY HAS BEEN ADVISED AS TO THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. BECAUS

61License Agreement for AOL® Instant Messenger™AOL, AOL Instant Messenger, AIM, Buddy List, and Triangle are trademarks, registered trademarks, and se

62indexindexAaccessories 7, 49accessory connector port 1active line indicator 18active line, changing 39AIM 45AIM indicator 18alarm clock 51ale

63indexdialed calls 32display 16, 30, 47download media objects 45, 53drafts folder 14DTMF tones 33, 40Eearpiece volume 25EDGE indicator 17email

64indexMmake a call 11, 41master clear 48master reset 48menu 19, 46, 47menu icons 16, 20, 47menu indicator 16menu key 1, 7message 44, 45messag

65indexSscreen saver 29security code 27send key 1, 11service dial 39shortcuts 48signal strength indicator 17SIM Blocked message 11, 52SIM card

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IMPORTANT SAFETY AND LEGAL INFORMATION>

5contentscontentsfeature locator. . . . . . . . . 3essentials . . . . . . . . . . . . 7about this guide . . . . . . 7SIM card . . . . . . . . . . .

2Software Copyright NoticeThe Motorola products described in this manual may include copyrighted Motorola and third party software stored in semicond

3ContentsSafety and General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4FDA Consumer Information on Wireless Phones. . . . . 10Product Regi

4Safety and General InformationIMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SAFE AND EFFICIENT OPERATION. READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE USING YOUR PHONE.The information p

5Phone OperationWhen placing or receiving a phone call, hold your phone as you would a wireline telephone. Body-Worn OperationTo maintain compliance

6FacilitiesTurn off your phone in any facility where posted notices instruct you to do so. These facilities may include hospitals or health care faci

7Use While DrivingCheck the laws and regulations on the use of phones in the area where you drive. Always obey them.When using your phone while drivi

8Blasting Caps and AreasTo avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn OFF your phone when you are near electrical blasting caps, in a

9video games. These seizures or blackouts may occur even if a person never had a previous seizure or blackout.If you have experienced seizures or bla

10FDA Consumer Information on Wireless PhonesThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provides consumer information on wireless phones at:http://w

11frequency energy (RF) at a level that is hazardous to the user. In such a case, FDA could require the manufacturers of wireless phones to notify us

6contentsother features . . . . . . . 38advanced calling . . . . 38phonebook . . . . . . . . 40messages . . . . . . . . . 44AOL® Instant Mes

12FCC also regulates the base stations that the wireless phone networks rely upon. While these base stations operate at higher power than do the wire

13What steps can I take to reduce my exposure to radio frequency energy from my wireless phone?If there is a risk from these products--and at this po

14precautionary; it was not based on scientific evidence that any health hazard exists.Do hands-free kits for wireless phones reduce risks from expos

15Motorola Limited Warranty for the United States and CanadaWhat Does this Warranty Cover?Subject to the exclusions contained below, Motorola, Inc. w

16ExclusionsNormal Wear and Tear. Periodic maintenance, repair and replacement of parts due to normal wear and tear are excluded from coverage.Batter

17Unauthorized Service or Modification. Defects or damages resulting from service, testing, adjustment, installation, maintenance, alteration, or mod

18What Will Motorola Do?Motorola, at its option, will at no charge repair, replace or refund the purchase price of any Products, Accessories or Softw

19PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, OTHERWISE THE REPAIR, REPLACEMENT, OR REFUND AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS

20Product RegistrationOnline Product Registration: http://www.motorola.com/warrantyProduct registration is an important step toward enjoying your new

21Wireless: The New RecyclableYour wireless phone can be recycled. Recycling your wireless phone reduces the amount of waste disposed in landfills an

7essentialsessentialsabout this guideThis guide shows how to locate a menu feature as follows:Find it: Press M >Recent Calls >Dialed CallsThis e

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✂23art# 020827-O.epsWireless Phone Safety Tips“Safety is your most important call!”Your Motorola wireless telephone gives youthe powerful ability to

24✂2 When available, use a hands-free device. If possible, add an additional layer of convenience to your wireless phone with one of the many Motorol

25✂8 Use your wireless phone to call for help. Dial 9-1-1 or other local emergency number in the case of fire, traffic accident or medical emergencie

26✂Check the laws and regulations on the use of wireless telephones and their accessories in the areas where you drive. Always obey them. The use of

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