Operating Instructions Digital Cellular Phone EB-GD55 Before operating this phone, please read these instructions completely and save this manual for future use. Charge battery before operation.
Contents Safety First...................................................................................................... 4 Quick Reference ........................................................................................... 11 Location Of Controls.................................................................................... 11 Display Icons ............................................................................................... 12 Getting Started.......................................
Setting the Phone for Short Text Messages .................................................23 Setting the Message Center Number ...........................................................23 Creating a Text Message .............................................................................23 T9® Text Input ..............................................................................................24 Other Text Modes ........................................................................................
Safety First Your new phone is a convenient and effective communications tool, but it can be hazardous when used improperly. To avoid harming yourself or anyone else, please review the following information before using your phone. Batteries Batteries can cause property damage, injury, or burns if the terminals are touched with a conductive material (for example, metal jewelry, keys, and so on). Therefore, use caution when handling a charged battery.
General • Do not use the phone in extreme temperature or humidity. The specified operating temperature range is -22°F to +140°F (-30°C to +60°C). • Extreme temperatures may have a temporary effect on the operation of your phone. This is normal and does not indicate a fault. • Do not expose the phone (particularly the display) to direct sunlight for extended periods of time or to a humid, dusty or hot area. • Do not attempt to disassemble the phone. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
Emergency (911) Service If you need to make an emergency (911) call, power the phone on, dial 911, and press . Emergency calls can be made regardless of lock setting and with or without a SIM card. If no SIM card is installed, press SOS, then press Yes. Remember, to make or receive any call, the phone must be switched on and in a service area that has adequate signal strength.
between the SAR levels of various phones and at various positions, they all meet the government requirement for safe exposure. The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this model phone with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF emission guidelines. SAR information on this model phone is on file with the FCC and can be found under the Display Grant section of http:// www.fcc.gov/oet/fccid after searching on FCC ID HFS-GD55.
Electronic Devices Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF signals. However, certain electronic equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals from your wireless phone. Pacemakers: The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum separation of 6 inches (6”) or 15 centimeters (15 cm) be maintained between a handheld wireless phone and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker.
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres Turn your phone OFF when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. 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.
Ten (10) Driver Safety Tips Your wireless telephone gives you the powerful ability to communicate by voice-almost anywhere, anytime. But an important responsibility accompanies the benefits of wireless phones, one that every user must uphold. When driving a car, driving is your first responsibility. When using your wireless phone behind the wheel of a car, practice good common sense and remember the following tips: • Get to know your wireless phone and its features such as speed dial and redial.
Quick Reference Location of Controls Navigation Key: Use to move up and down through the options in the display area. From idle mode, press to enter Own Menu. Own Menu is a shortcut to access your favorite menu(s). You can set your preference(s) for Own Menu in the Personalise menu. Perform the functions indicated by text shown on the LCD screen. From idle, press and hold right soft key to enter Messages, press and hold left soft key to enter Profile Mode List. - Numeric keypad.
Display Icons Status Icons Main Display Left Softkey Selection Area Right Softkey Selection Area Status Icons The status icons are displayed or animated according to the currently activated functions. The Antenna, Signal and Battery icons are displayed when the handset is turned on and connected to a network. is displayed when you are registered on a non-home network – roaming. is displayed when call divert is enabled. is displayed when vibration alert is enabled.
Getting Started Removing the Battery Open the battery by moving the releaselatch upward then lift and remove the battery. Note: Before removing the battery, turn the phone off completely. Installing the SIM Card The SIM card is inserted into the back of the phone underneath the battery. Hold the phone in a horizontal position where the antenna is on your right hand side and slide the SIM card into the slot, with the metal connectors facing down.
Disconnecting the Fast Travel Charger When charging is completed, disconnect the charger from the AC wall outlet. Grasp the Fast Travel Charger connector and push downward to release it from the base of the phone. Low Battery Warning When the battery power is low a warning tone will sound and a LOW ) message will be displayed. If this occurs during a BATTERY ( conversation, finish your call immediately. The power will automatically shut off after the warning tone. Fully recharge the battery.
Basic Operation Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic digital cellular phone. This phone is designed to operate on the Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM). Before operating this phone read the ‘‘Safety First’’ section on page 4. Powering the Phone On/Off Insert SIM card, then attach battery and fully charge before using your phone. to power the phone on or off. Press and hold Making a Call Phone must be on and network coverage must be available. To make a call, start in idle mode.
From Idle mode, press navigate to Application, press Clock. Press Menu and use Select and use to again to highlight Select and use cursor to highlight Clock Setting, press Select and use Time & Date. Press to select and Set to get to the editing screen and use to move cursor to modify. You can choose the date and time format. Enter the digits for the date and time in the format you prefer. Enter the digits for the time using 24-hour clock. Press OK return to the previous menu.
Enabling/Disabling the PIN Once you enable the PIN, you have to enter the PIN whenever you turn the phone on. Idle > Menu > Phone Menu > Security > Codes > PIN Control > Enter PIN (Between 4 and 8 digits) > OK > Set (Select On or Off) > OK Setting Alert Type When required, the phone can be set up to vibrate or ring when a call is received. Idle > Menu > Personalise > Alert Type Choose one type from None, Ring & Vibration, Vibration only or Ring only.
Creating a Number 1 2 In Idle mode enter the numbers you would like to save and press Save. The other option to create a number is Idle > Menu > Phonebook > Create > SIM Phonebook or Mobile Phonebook. 3A Choosing SIM Phonebook 3A-1 Enter the Name --- see “Text Input” on page 24. Press to the next screen. down 3A-2 Enter Phone numbers using the keypad. Then press the next screen. down to 3A-3 Select Location. You can choose a storing location in SIM or FDN by pressing Set.
Grouping Phonebook Entries The ability to group phonebook entries together such as: Friends, Colleagues, Family, Others, VIP or No Group etc., you can define a specific melody for each group. In this case, when a member calls, you can identify that the call is coming from a particular group. Reviewing the Numbers from Groups You can only review and delete group members in this submenu. Members cannot be grouped here.
Personalising Your Phone Language It is possible to change the language that the phone uses for both display messages and text entry. Idle > Menu > Personalise > Language > (select a preferred language) Changing the Ring Tones The ring tones and volumes of the phone can be changed to one of many pre-defined sounds. You can also use the Melody Composer to generate a custom ring tone.
After composing the melody, press Menu and you can choose a Tempo and instruments. When the composition is complete press to save. Display Setting You can set Idle Screen, Greeting, Animation, Contrast and Back Light. Greeting A personalised greeting can be programmed for when the phone is turned on. Idle > Menu > Personalise > Display Setting > Greeting > Edit Use text entry to add a greeting, see ‘‘Text Input’’ on page 24.
Game (STK) If your SIM card provides SIM Tool Kit services, this menu will become the STK gateway. You can still access games from Application. Idle > Menu > Game or Idle > Menu > Application > Game When you see the mouse, press Numerical key from 1 to 9 to hit the mouse with the highest speed. Keep in mind that the Cat is not your target. Example: if you press 5, you will hit what is hidden in the 5th hole. This game will end automatically within a limited period of time.
Text Messages It is possible to receive, display, edit and/or send text messages up to 760 characters (depending on characters or symbols). Setting the Phone for Short Text Messages Before text can be sent, it is necessary to enter the Message centre number into Parameters (your wireless service provider will supply the Message Centre number). The Message Centre number may have been pre-programmed on the SIM card by your wireless service provider.
Text Mode (abc, ABC and Numeric) 1/( )< = >% ~ € & a b c 2 ä à ç or A B C 2 Ä d e f 3 é è or D E F 3 É g h i 4 ì or G H I 4 j k l 5 or J K L 5 m n o 6 ö ñ ò or M N O 6 Ö Ñ p q r s 7 ß or P Q R S 7 t u v 8 ü ù or T U V 8 Ü w x y z 9 æ Ø å or W X Y Z 9 Æ Ø Å Space 0 . , ? ! + - : ¿ ¡ ” ’ ; _ * Γ ∆ Θ Λ Ξ Π Σ Φ Ψ Ω Press and hold: space # £ $ ¥ ¤ @ \ § Press to turn T9 on or off.
Editing Text Press and hold to move the cursor up or down one text line (or field in Phonebook). Press to move left or right one character. When the cursor is moved over a character and another key is pressed, the new character will be inserted immediately before the selected character. Press Clear to delete the character to the left of the cursor. Receiving Text Messages When a Short Text Message is received, the message icon will flash on the display, with an audible tone.
Protocol The Message Centre may be able to convert the message to the format specified by the selected protocol. Lifetime This is the duration that your message is stored at the Message Centre. Delivery attempts will be repeated until the message has been delivered or lifetime setting is expired. Report When your message has been delivered, a confirmation will be received. Broadcast You need to specify the ‘topic(s)’ of information and the language that you wish to receive as broadcasts.
Browser The phone’s WAP (Wireless Application Protocol) Browser enables you to access Internet services supported by the network, such as news, weather reports, sports etc. Browser Setting Before Internet services can be accessed, you need to subscribe with your wireless service provider or Internet Service Provider (ISP) to enable the relevant configuration information. Please contact your wireless service provider to ensure your network setting is correct.
Phone Menu Call Service Time/ Charges Idle > Menu > Phone Menu > Call Service > Time/Charges Use to select one of the functions: Last Call, All Voice Calls, Cost Left. Last Call function will display the duration and call charge, if available, of the last call. Times are indicated as: minutes (0-59) and seconds (0-59). All Voice Calls function displays the accumulated duration and call charge, including incoming and outgoing calls.
Diverting Calls Voice calls can be diverted in different circumstances and to different numbers. For example you may wish to have voice calls diverted to voicemail box in the event that the phone is turned off. Idle > Menu > Phone Menu > Call Divert to select the circumstances that you wish to activate call diverts. Use Then enter the phone number to divert calls to. ) is displayed.
Application Game Idle > Menu > Application > Game Please refer to Page 22. Schedule The Schedule can be used to create reminders for personal events and holidays. Idle > Menu > Application > Schedule The Schedule can be presented as a weekly or monthly format. Use numerical keys 2, 4, 6, 8 to select a day. For the first time entry, highlight the date and press Agenda > Select > New entry. Choose a Type from Memo, Meeting. Then press down arrow to add a Description.
Setting the Alarm Idle > Menu > Application > Clock > Alarm Press Set to set Time and choose a repeat format. Enter the digits with to exit. When the set time is reached, the alarm 24 hour clock. Press will sound. If the alarm is due during a call, an 'alarm' indicator will display. Caution: Ensure that the setting of the Alarm will not interfere with any regulations whereby it may automatically power on when in an aircraft or medical facility etc. - see ‘‘Safety First” page 4.
Records Last Dialed Numbers and Redial Recently dialed phone numbers will be stored in Last Dialled. If the Caller Identification is known, the caller’s phone number, for an answered call will be stored in the Answered menu and an unanswered call will be stored in the Unanswered menu. When the store is full the next phone number will overwrite the oldest. Idle > Menu > Records to view the Last Dialled, Unanswered, Answered. to select the phone number (or name) you wish to redial and press .
Hands Free During a call, press Menu > Hands Free. The Hands Free speaker will be activated and you can have a conversation without holding the phone. Accepting/ Rejecting a Second Call A second call can be received, if “Call Waiting” is turned on. This is enabled from Idle > Menu > Phone Menu > Call Service > Call Waiting. During a call: 1 2 Press or to accept a call. The current call will be placed on hold. OR 1 Press or to Reject the incoming call.
Menu Structure 1 Personalise Language Tones Ring Volume Ring Type Melody Composer Key Tone Warning Tone Display Setting Idle Screen Greeting Animation Contrast Backlight Alert Type Ring Only None Ring & Vibration Vibration Only Profile Mode User Messages Auto Answer Any Key Answer Defaults Own Menu My Phonebook T9 Input 2 Game (STK) 3 Phonebook Browse Create 34 Group Setting Review My Numbers Hot Key Dial My Phonebook 4 Browser Start Browser Bookmarks Sever Setting 5 Key Guard 6 Messages Received List
Trouble Shooting Problem Phone will not turn on Extremely short battery life for a new battery Short battery life for an old battery The charging indicator does not light, the battery level indicator does not appear and the phone cannot be turned on when charging Battery fails to charge Calls cannot be made Cause The network you are using and the condition of the battery can affect battery life The battery has worn out The battery is not attached to the phone or when the battery has been deeply dischar
Calls cannot be made from Fixed Dial Store Calls cannot be received The phone is not turned on Incoming calls are barred The phone is not registered to a network Emergency calls cannot be made You are not in a GSM coverage area Phone numbers The phone is locked cannot be recalled from phonebook Phone number has been restricted | 36 Check your SIM supports Fixed Dial Check if the Fixed Dial is turned on Check the phone number is stored in the Fixed Dial Turn the phone on Turn the phone on.
WAP Settings Use the table below to record your WAP settings. Item Current Setting Server Name Dial Number Call Type Login Name Password IP Address IP Port Homepage URL Linger Time Specifications Phone (Including Battery)* Type Temperature Range Charging Storage WAP Weight Dimensions Height x Width x Depth Supply Voltage Idle Time Talk Time Charging Time (Phone off) Antenna SIM Type GSM 900 Class 4 GSM1800 Class 1 GSM1900 Class 1 +41°F - +95°F (+5°C - +35°C) -4°F - 140°F (-20°C - +60°C) WAP 1.2.1 Max 2.
Consumer Update on Mobile Phones (Published by U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Center for Devices and Radiological Health, October 20, 1999.) FDA has been receiving inquiries about the safety of mobile phones, including cellular phones and PCS phones. The following summarizes what is known— and what remains unknown—about whether these products can pose a hazard to health, and what can be done to minimize any potential risk. This information may be used to respond to questions.
causing chemicals, and other studies exposed the animals to the RF virtually continuously — up to 22 hours per day. For the past five years in the United States, the mobile phone industry has supported research into the safety of mobile phones. This research has resulted in two findings in particular that merit additional study: 1.
What is known about cases of human cancer that have been reported in users of handheld mobile phones? Some people who have used mobile phones have been diagnosed with brain cancer. But it is important to understand that this type of cancer also occurs among people who have not used mobile phones. In fact, brain cancer occurs in the U.S. population at a rate of about 6 new cases per 100,000 people each year.
For example, time is a key factor in how much exposure a person receives. Those persons who spend long periods of time on their hand-held mobile phones could consider holding lengthy conversations on conventional phones and reserving the hand-held models for shorter conversations or for situations when other types of phones are not available.
PANASONIC DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS AND SECURITY COMPANY, DIVISION OF MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC CORPORATION OF AMERICA 3 Panasonic Way 2H-2, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 CELLULAR TELEPHONE PRODUCTS Limited Warranty Panasonic Digital Communications and Security Company (referred to as the "Warrantor") will repair or replace this product with new or refurbished parts or product, at Panasonic's sole option, free of charge, in the U.S.A.
This product is licensed under one or more of the following U.S. Patents: 4,675,863, 4,777,633, 4,779,262, 4,785,450, 4,811,420, 4,817,089, 4,912,705, 5,022,024, 5,119,375, 5,121,391, 5,159,705, 5,657,358, 5,687,194, 5,734,678 This product may be protected under one or more of the following U.S. Patents: 5,842,129, 5,504,803, and 5,483,666 and other patents that are pending. T9® Text Input is a registered trademark of Tegic Communications, Inc. T9® is covered by U.S. Pat. 5,818,437, U.S. Pat. 5,953,541, U.
