User Guide ClarityLife Mobile Telephone TM C900 TM E N G L I S H OK 1 4 7 pqr s *+0 gh i 8 2 abc 5 jkl tuv 6 3def E S P A ñ O L mn o 9wxyz #a/A/1 C900_UserManual_40600-ENG-ESP_exclAAA.indd 1 12.09.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction........................................................................................................... 4 Important Safety Instructions/Warnings.................................................... 5 Parts Checklist.....................................................................................................11 Quick Reference Guide.....................................................................................12 C900 Keys/Functions................................
TABLE OF CONTENTS Emergency Calls................................................................................................. 24 Saving the Emergency Numbers....................................................................... 24 In Need of Assistance Right Away.................................................................... 25 What Happens after you press the Help Button............................................ 25 Deactivating the Emergency Button..............................................
INTRODUCTION Dear mobile phone users, Congratulations on having purchased your ClarityLife mobile phone! This booklet will provide you with the most essential information needed for quick familiarization with your new mobile phone. You can use the following pages of this user guide to decide on just how much time you want to invest in getting to know the most important functions of your mobile phone. We hope you will enjoy using your ClarityLife phone. 4 C900_UserManual_40600-ENG-ESP_exclAAA.indd 4 12.
important SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read the following safety instructions before using your ClarityLife C900 Dual Band Mobile Phone and accessories. Please keep these instructions for your reference. When using this product, these safety precautions and warnings should be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, injury to persons and damage to property. Additional warnings may be present on the product, packaging, or in the user instructions.
important SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS After you have re-entered your five emergency numbers, you should test the phone’s emergency call feature by pressing the emergency button to ensure that you have correctly entered the numbers into the phone. Radio Frequency Interference Pacemakers The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum separation of 6 inches be maintained between a handheld wireless phone and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker.
important SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Health Care Facilities Turn the phone off in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals and health care facilities may use equipment that is sensitive to external RF energy. Driving Safely Use of a mobile phone with or without a headset while driving cars or other motorized vehicles is not recommended and is against the law in some areas.
important SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Maintenance and Care Handling the Phone Do not drop, disassemble, open, crush, bend, deform, puncture, shred, microwave, incinerate, paint, or insert foreign objects into the phone. If the phone has been submerged in water, punctured, or subjected to a severe fall, do not use it until you take it to an authorized service provider. For service information, contact Clarity at 1-800-426-3738.
important SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Use Environment Avoiding Water and Wet Locations Do not use the phone in rain, or near washbasins or other wet locations. Take care not to spill any food or liquid on the phone. In case the phone gets wet, unplug all cables, turn off the phone before cleaning, and allow it to dry thoroughly before turning it on again. Do not attempt to dry the phone with an external heat source, such as a microwave oven or hair dryer.
important SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3. Avoid turning up the volume to block out noisy surroundings. 4. Turn the volume down if the sound from the headset or headphones prevents you from hearing people speaking near you. See www.plantronics.com/ healthandsafety for more information on headsets and hearing. Exposure to Electromagnetic Energy in the Radio Frequency Band When turned on, this device transmits and receives electromagnetic radiation in the radio frequency (RF) bandwidth through its antenna.
Par ts Checklist C900 OK 1 4 7 pqr s *+0 gh i 8 2 abc 5 jkl tuv 3def 6 mn o 9wxyz #a/A/1 C900 Phone AC Adapter User Guide ClarityLife Mobile Telephone TM C900 TM E N G L I S H ble ea arg ch Re ry tte Ba OK 1 4 7 pqrs *+0 gh i 8 2 abc 5 jkl tuv 6 9wxyz 3def mno Rechargeable Battery #a/A/1 User Guide 11 C900_UserManual_40600-ENG-ESP_exclAAA.indd 11 12.09.
C900 Quick Reference Battery contacts Inserting the Battery Insert the battery into phone battery compartment as shown in Figure 1. The battery contacts have to face the gold colored contacts of the mobile phone. Figure 1 Charging the C900 Connect the Power Adapter into the bottom of the C900 and the other end in to a 120V wall outlet as shown in Figure 2. I mportant Charge the battery for 4 hours before making your first call. Figure 2 12 C900_UserManual_40600-ENG-ESP_exclAAA.indd 12 12.09.
C900 KEYS / FUNCTIONS 1 Display Screen 2 Arrow keys For scrolling through the phone book and menu 3 Answer/OK Key Press to Answer a Call Press to select option shown on the screen above this key 1 4 End call/Clear/Back Key Press to End a Call Press to select option shown on the screen above this key 5 Alert lights Green: Blinks during incoming calls Red: Blinks when the battery needs to be recharged 4 3 2 Orange: Blinks during charging and remains on when the battery
C900 KEYS / FUNCTIONS 1 C900 KEYS / FUNCTIONS Flashlight 1 Flashlight 2 On/Off Button Press and hold for three seconds to turn phone On or Off. On/Off Alarm clock Key lock 3 4 2 Push to Open the SLIDER 5 3 Alarm Clock 4 Key Lock Press to prevent accidental pressing of keys. Press button for three seconds to activate or deactivate. 5 To make a Call: slide the phone open and dial the desired number on the keypad.
installation Inserting the SIM Card To make calls with the phone, you require a SIM card. This is how it is inserted: • Turn the closed mobile phone around, so its front is facing downwards. Hold it with both hands and use your thumbs to slide the battery cover out applying light pressure (Fig.1) • Remove the battery (if it is already in the phone) by lifting Fig. 1 it at its lower right corner. (Fig.2) • Pull out the SIM card holder using your fingernail or a sharp object.
installation Tip: To avoid problems caused by forgetting/losing your PIN code, we recommend that you deactivate the PIN code. Open the phone and press the until you have reached Settings. Next scroll down by pressing the to PIN Request, press the . At this point, a 4-digit PIN code will be requested once again. Enter the PIN code via the keypad and confirm your entry with . To return to the standby mode, press mobile phone.
installation Charging the Battery Important: Charge the battery for at least 4 hours before making your first call. (Fig. 7) • Insert the power plug into the 120V wall outlet. • Connect the charger to the phone by plugging it into the port at the bottom end of the mobile phone. • During the charging phase, the mobile phone screen displays the battery symbol and Charging. At the same time, the signal light flashes orange when there is a connection between the charging device and the mobile phone.
BASIC telephone operation Turning the phone On and Off Press down on the upper side of the phone for 3 seconds. This function allows you to turn the phone on and off. Setting the TIME and DATE Time • Open the phone, press the press the button until you have reached Settings, and then to select. • Next press the button and scroll to Time & Date and select by pressing • Then select Set Time by pressing • Use the keypad or . . buttons to enter desired time.
BASIC telephone operation Accepting an incoming call When your phone is being called, it rings and vibrates. The green alert light and the torch blinks: the number or name (if stored in the phone book) of the caller is displayed on the screen. • Accept a call with or by opening the slider. You can speak on the phone with the slider both open or closed. • Press to end the call. Please note! Closing the open slider does NOT end the phone call! • To reject a call, press when the phone is ringing.
phonebook operations PHONE BOOK The phone book enables you to save, change and search for up to 200 names and numbers. D . , ! ?‚„ @ : 1 Dabc2äà Ddef3è Dghi4 Djkl5 Dmno6ö Dpqrs7ß Dtuv8ü Dwxyz9 D space; 0 D.,?!‚„:;()@+$€£¥#%*&~=¤ D You are able to change between lower and upper case letters, as well as selecting numbers only (“Abc” “ABC” “abc” “123”) Fig. 9 Saving new numbers in the phone book • Open the phone, press button until you have reached Phone book, then press the button to select.
phonebook operations • Press the button to scroll to Phone book and select by pressing • Next, select Search Name by pressing . . • Search for the phonebook contact by pressing one or more of the starting letter of the name on the keypad. • Call the selected number by pressing the button. Changing phone book entries • Open your phone, press the button until you reach Phonebook, then press to select. • Press the and scroll to Edit contact, then press the button to select.
phonebook operations Managing the Top 10 With the Top 10 function you can list the most frequently used or most important numbers at the beginning of your phone book independent of alphabetical order. This means you can quickly access and call these contacts when the slider is closed. (Fig. 10) • Open your phone, press the book, then press until you reach Phone- to select. and scroll to Top 10, select by pressing . Proceed by selecting Add Top No. 1. Your phone book entries will now be displayed.
Phonebook operations Saving numbers to Phonebook via Text (SMS) See page 29 for other SMS text options • This function makes it very easy to add new contacts to your phonebook and the best thing about it is your family and friends do the job for you! Simply follow the instructions below: • Someone will need to send a Text (SMS) message using the following format: • #Name#Number# (Example: #Tommy#18004263738#) Be sure to include the area code.
EMERGENCY operations Emergency Calls Important: Please read Warnings for Emergency Call Feature in front of manual. In an emergency, press the Help button on the back of the C900 to automatically dial up to five (5) predetermined numbers. When someone presses the red help button on the back of the mobile phone, these numbers will automatically dial in the sequence in which they have been preselected on the phone. When dialing the emergency number there will be an emergency tone emitted.
EMERGENCY operations • The last option is to choose whether or not a text (SMS) message will be sent to the contacts. Highlight Yes or No using the to select. buttons and press • For adding further emergency numbers please repeat the above steps. In Need of Assistance Right Away Important: Please see Emergency warnings in front of guide. • Press the Red Heart button on the back of the phone and hold for three seconds.
other telephone operations Small Menu – When phone slider is closed • When the slider is closed, contacts in the phone book are displayed in alphabetical order in the form of an easy-toread list. (Fig. 11) Dialed Numbers • If this menu option is highlighted with a black background, the last number dialed is displayed. • To display a list of most recently dialed numbers press the Fig. 11 button.
other telephone operations • To make a call from the received calls, select the desired number with the call by pressing . buttons and start the Voicemail Number If you press and hold the 0 button for three (3) seconds you will automatically be connected to your voicemail. Should this number not be stored on your mobile phone or your SIM card, you will be asked to enter it. If you do not know the number, please call your network operator. (Fig. 12) Settings In order to change settings (e.g.
other telephone operations Set the Alarm • To set the alarm clock enter the hour by pressing the buttons or press the keypad by entering double digits (for example, “07” for 7 a.m.) and save by pressing . • To set the minutes press the digits and save by pressing • Press the buttons or press the keypad by entering double . to choose AM, PM or 24 hour format, save by pressing . • After the time alarm time is set, press the or close the slider to return the phone in standby position.
other telephone operations • Next select Sound & Alerts by pressing the button to select. Then use the to scroll to Alarm Melody and select by pressing . Use the buttons to scroll through the different melodies and save the desired melody by pressing . Standby Mode (Slider closed) Note: Select a melody that is significantly different from your ring tone, in order not to get the two confused. Manual Key Lock and Auto Key Lock To ensure that no calls can be made accidentally (e.g.
other telephone operations • A large key symbol will appear on the menu screen to display the key lock is acti- vated. To deactivate the key lock press and hold the slide open the phone. button for three seconds or My Menu My Menu allows you to quickly select your most often used menu items. (For example Alarm Clock, Ring tone On/Off, etc.
SMS/TEXT operations SMS/Text Messages SMS/Text Messages SMS (Short Message Service) is a written short message, which can be sent to all mobile phone users. Charges do apply when sending and receiving an SMS. Please check with your network provider on cost. SMS On or Off If you do not wish to receive or send text messages, you can switch off the SMS menu. Writing an SMS • Open the mobile phone and select SMS Messages by pressing • Next select Write New SMS by pressing . .
SMS/TEXT operations D . , ! ?‚„ @ : 1 Dabc2äà Ddef3è Dghi4 Djkl5 Dmno6ö Dpqrs7ß Dtuv8ü Dwxyz9 D space; 0 D.,?!‚„:;()@+$€£¥#%*&~=¤ D You are able to change between lower and upper case letters, as well as selecting numbers only (“Abc” “ABC” “abc” “123”) Fig. 14 Special characters: Enter the selection menu for . By repeatedly pressing special characters by pressing or , you can move from left to right.
SMS/TEXT operations you enter more than 160 characters, the text is sent two messages. As soon as you roll over into a second message, the display will read 2/…. You can send a maximum of 480 characters at once (this will automatically be divided in up to three messages). Sending your written SMS • To send the completed text, press the button. Next, select Send by pressing . There are three (3) ways to choose or enter the recipient of your message: 1. The number is already in your phone book.
SMS/TEXT operations Now you have the choice between four (4) options: 1. Empty Screen (enter your own text using the keypad) 2. Original Text (this will copy the text of the received SMS into your answer) 3. Templates 4. Prewritten short answers (for example, Yes, No, Everything OK) Scroll to desired option and select by pressing Next, press to send message. .
SMS/TEXT operations • Write your own text with the keypad. • Press to save as a template. Changing already existing templates: • Slide open the mobile phone and select SMS Messages by pressing • Scroll the . button to scroll to Templates and select by pressing • Go to the template you wish to change and press the button to select. • To edit the template, scroll to Edit/Send Template and press • Edit the text by using the keypad.
OVERVIEW OF MENUS Delete SMS Slider closed. Headline shows Time & symbols. SMS Messages All SMS Write new SMS Received SMS Received SMS Sent SMS Sent SMS Unsent SMS Unsent SMS Templates Templates Select Back Delete SMS Service Centre No. for SMS Send PhoneBk contact by SMS SMS in PhoneBk (On/ Off/PhoneBk only) Select Slider open: Main Menu Back Top10 Phone Book Add Top10 Change sequence Search name Edit Top10 Add contact Delete Top10 Select Edit contact Back Emerg.
OVERVIEW OF MENUS Call Info Missed calls Call Duration Dialed numbers Last Call Received calls All calls Delete all calls Dialed numbers Call duration Select Received calls Back Clear timers Select Back 37 C900_UserManual_40600-ENG-ESP_exclAAA.indd 37 12.09.
OVERVIEW OF MENUS 38 C900_UserManual_40600-ENG-ESP_exclAAA.indd 38 12.09.
OVERVIEW OF MENUS Settings Sound & alert Sound & alert Ring tone (1-5) Handset volume (1-5) Alarm melody (1-5) Display contrast (-5 to +5) Ringer volume (0-5) Text size (Small/Large) Silent mode (On/Off ) Text size SMS (Small/Large) Increasing ring (On/Off ) Language Vibrating alert (On/Off ) Time & date Key tones (click/tone/silent) Alarm clock SMS Message alert (On/Off ) Calculator Handset volume (1-5) Keypad auto lock (On/Off ) Select Back My Menu (On/Off ) Network selection (Auto/
TROUBLESHOOTING The Call is not Connected (Call Failed) • Verify the number and the area code you have dialed are correct. • Make sure you have activated service on your phone. • If you are on a monthly pre-paid service, make sure you have not run out of minutes. Insert SIM Card appears on screen and your SIM card is already inserted. • Some SIM cards are thinner than others. If this error message appears, please insert a thick piece of paper between the SIM card and the top side of the SIM card holder.
TROUBLESHOOTING • If your display says Limited Service you can only call the emergency number 911. • If a SIM card is not inserted into the phone, you can only call the emergency number 911. • If you prepaid monthly plan is out of minutes, you can only call the emergency number 911. How can reception be improved? • If the signal is not strong, search for another location to make or continue with a call. For example, when indoors, move towards a window.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Clarity Contact Information: Customer Service: 1-800-426-3738 Address: 4289 Bonny Oaks Drive Chattanooga, TN 37406 General Model Number: C900 Frequency: GSM 850MHz band and 1900MHz band for USA Amplification: 20 decibels Weights and Dimensions of phone Weight: 152 g Dimensions: 4.5 x 2.17 x 1.12 inches Battery Information Battery life talk time: 180 minutes Battery life standby time: 150 hours Battery: Li-Ion 3.7v 1000mAh 42 C900_UserManual_40600-ENG-ESP_exclAAA.
FCC REQUIREMENTS AND REGULATIONS Part 15 of FCC Rules Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Your equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC rules.
FCC REQUIREMENTS AND REGULATIONS Industry Canada Technical Specifications This product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specifications. Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection.
WARRANTY AND SERVICE The following warranty and service information applies only to products purchased and used in the U.S. and Canada. For warranty information in other countries, please contact your local retailer or distributor. manufacture different types of equipment and Clarity does not warrant that its equipment is compatible with the equipment of a particular phone company. Implied Warranties Limited Warranty Clarity, a division of Plantronics, Inc.
WARRANTY AND SERVICE How to Obtain Warranty Service To obtain warranty service, please prepay shipment and return the unit to the appropriate facility listed below. In the United States Please use the original container, or pack the unit(s) in a sturdy carton with sufficient packing material to prevent damage. Include the following information: In Canada 1. A proof-of-purchase indicating model number and date of purchase. 2. Bill-to address. 3. Ship-to address. 4.
