Operating Instructions Digital Cellular Phone EB-GD75 Before operating this equipment please read these instructions completely.
Important Information Important Information We, Matsushita Communication Industrial UK Ltd., declare, that the EB-GD75 conforms with the essential and other relevant requirements of the directive 1999/5/EC. A declaration of conformity to this effect can be found at http://www.panasonicmobile.co.
Important Information It is imperative that the user exercises proper control of your vehicle at all times. Do not hold a phone while you are driving; find a safe place to stop first. Do not speak into a Handsfree microphone if it will take your mind off the road. Always acquaint yourself thoroughly with restrictions concerning the use of cellular phones within the area you are driving and observe them at all times.
Care and Maintenance Care and Maintenance Pressing any of the keys may produce a loud tone. Avoid holding the phone close to the ear while pressing the keys. Extreme temperatures may have a temporary effect on the operation of your phone. This is normal and does not indicate a fault. Do not modify or disassemble the equipment. There are no user serviceable parts. Do not subject the equipment to excessive vibration or shock. Avoid contact with liquids.
Quick Reference Quick Reference Q abcd Z Z+Hold Menu Direction which the user can move around the display screen using the Navigation key. Press a key once for a particular phone operation. “Press and hold” a key for a particular phone function. Representation of screen menu option. A Phonebook key. B Right hand Option Key. 1- 0 iv "Press (Z) to select". Numeric key pads. D Answer a call or call a dialled number. E To end a call or return to Idle screen or Z +Hold to switch the phone off.
Contents Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i Safety Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii Quick Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Fitting the SIM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dialling Voice Dial Entries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Editing the Voice Dial Entries . . . . . . . . . . . . . Changing the Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Restoring the Default Phone Settings . . . . . . . . . Phone Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using Key Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Disabling Key Guard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Changing the Security Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . Restricting Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . Creating a Reminder . . . . Viewing Reminders . . . . . Deleting Reminders . . . . . Deleting Holiday Reminders Jump to Future Date . . . . Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Racing Game . . . . . . . . Ball Game . . . . . . . . . . WAP Browser . . . . . . . . . . Server Settings . . . . . . . Activating the Browser . . . Navigating Content . . . . . The Browser Menu . . . . . Using Bookmarks . . . . . . Deactivating the Browser . . Setting the Linger Time . . .
Getting Started Getting Started Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic digital cellular phone. This phone is designed to operate on the Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM), GSM900 or GSM1800. Ensure the battery is fully charged before use. Before operating this phone please read the “Important Information” section - see page i. These operating instructions detail use of the equipment contained in the Main Kit.
Getting Started Removing the SIM Unlock the SIM retainer by gently pushing towards the top of the phone (1). Gently lower the SIM retainer (2) and remove the SIM (3). Ensure the SIM retainer is correctly locked before re-fitting the battery and battery cover. Fitting the Battery Ensuring the label is uppermost, locate the two lugs at the top of the battery into the rear of the phone (1). (The base of the battery will stay slightly raised at this point).
Getting Started Charging the Battery Connecting the Fast Travel Charger The battery must be fitted in the phone before the charger is connected. Ensuring the arrows on the plug are to the front of the phone. Insert the charger into the base of the phone. Note: DO NOT force the connector as this may damage the phone and/or the charger. Connect the charger to the mains power supply. The charging indicator will light and the battery level indicator will scroll right to left when charging.
Getting Started Low Battery Warning When the battery power is low a warning tone will sound and a flashing LOW BATTERY message will be displayed. If this occurs during conversation, finish your call immediately. The power will automatically shut off after the warning tone. Fully recharge the battery. See “Charging the Battery” page 3.
Getting Started 1 Digit keys 0 to 9, * and # – # will switch on and off Discreet Mode The Menu System The menu system allows the user to access all the functions of the phone that are not accessible purely by key strokes. Display Icons Following some operations the display will automatically clear after three seconds or after pressing any key.
Getting Started N O S T H flashes when an unread message is stored or lights when message area is full is displayed when phone lock is enabled indicates that it is possible to make emergency calls indicates the received signal strength: \ - weak signal, T strong signal indicates the battery level: H - full, G (flashing) - low battery Information Icons are used to indicate the current top level menu, the sub-menu number, text entry mode, Phonebook source, Phonebook location number, or the alarm set icon de
Getting Started To Select a Function Z Q then use the navigation key as a joystick to move around the icons on the screen in any of the four directions (a,b,c,d). When a particular menu is highlighted, Z Q, and a submenu is displayed.
Basic Operation Basic Operation Switching the Phone On/Off To switch the phone on or off Z+Hold E When the phone is switched on a greeting will be displayed and then the phone will go into Idle. Making a Call Ensure that the phone is switched on, the network operator logo is displayed and the signal strength meter shows network coverage is available in the current area.
Basic Operation Emergency Calls To make an emergency call the antenna symbol (S) must be present. Enter 112 Z D or if no SIM is fitted to the phone Z QaQ Automatic Redial When a call is unsuccessful you may want the phone to redial the number again automatically. When your connection is unsuccessful, Z Q when Ok is displayed and a timer will countdown in seconds to the next redial.
Basic Operation Earpiece Volume Control The volume level may be adjusted during a call: Use a to decrease the volume, use b to increase the volume Note: Volume control for Personal Handsfree accessory is adjusted in the same manner. Locking the Phone With the Phone Lock enabled you will be restricted to answer incoming calls and make emergency calls only. The Phone Lock Code is factory set to “0000”.
Basic Operation Enabling/Disabling the PIN 1 2 3 From Idle Z Q, select Phone Menu > Security > PIN Z Q Use a select Enable / Disable or Change PIN Z Q Enter PIN (Between 4 and 8 digits)Z Q Setting Vibration Alert When required, the phone can be set up to vibrate when a call is received. Vibration alert enables the user to choose between Continuous, Intermittent vibration alerts when a call is received. Switching on vibration alert will silence the ring volume.
Basic Operation Setting Ring and Key Volume Changing either the ring volume/key volume is done in the same manner. If you increase the ring volume above maximum it will set an escalating ring tone. If you turn the ring volume off, the silent indicator icon ([) will be displayed.
Phonebook Phonebook It is possible to store phone numbers in two locations: In the SIM Phonebook (Q) In the Mobile Phonebook. This means that if you change the SIM, the numbers in the phone are not lost The Mobile Phonebook has the advantage that you can group your phonebook entries together.
Phonebook Overwrite Protection If a location is occupied, a prompt will be displayed to confirm that the current information is to be overwritten. Z Q to overwrite the selected location Z B to choose another location number Note: If you amend an entry stored in your phonebook that has a Voice Dial Command assigned to it, you will need to delete and reassign that Voice Dial Command - see “Editing the Voice Dial Entries” page 23. Browsing Phonebook You can search the Phonebook by either Name or Location.
Phonebook Detail Displays each element of the selected Phonebook entry. Use e to display the next/previous element of the entry. Each element may be edited Z QaQ, edit as required Z Q twice to save any changes. View Displays an individual name and phone number in the names list. If an e-mail address is present in the Mobile Phonebook this will be displayed along with the name and number. Recall Displays the phone number, enabling you to either change it or call the number.
Phonebook Grouping Phonebook Entries The ability to group phonebook entries together is an extra function of the Mobile Phonebook. Retrieving a Number from a Group Groups are used to collect together types of Phonebook entries, for example business and personal. Each group can be suitably titled for quick access to the entries contained within. An alert profile can be attributed to groups, or a phone number, thus allowing incoming calls to be tailored to indicate the type of caller.
Phonebook 6 7 Use e to select the ring tone that you wish to use for this profile Z Q Use e to select the picture Z Q Hot Key Phone Numbers It is possible to dial phone numbers from the Phonebook or Service Dial part of Phonebook very quickly. Some Hot Key Phone numbers may be reserved by the Service Provider, for example the first three Hot Key Phone numbers may be linked to Service Dial (R).
My Numbers My Numbers My Numbers is a convenient part of Phonebook where voice, fax and data phone number(s) can be stored and viewed. (Q) Adding Numbers 1 2 3 From Idle Z Q, select Phonebook > My Numbers Z Q twice Use e until Create is displayed Z Q Enter the name - see “Text Entry” page 56, and use a Note: If using T9® text input then move c before moving a otherwise an alternative word will be selected.
Personalising Your Phone Personalising Your Phone Add a Start-up Greeting A personalised greeting can be programmed for when the phone is switched on. 1 From Idle Z Q, select Personalise > Display Setting > Greeting Z Q 2 Use the text entry facility to add a greeting Z Q twice - see “Text Entry” page 56 Displaying Animations Animations can be displayed when the phone is switched on.
Personalising Your Phone 3 Z Q, start speaking into the microphone. The recording will stop automatically, or before if Q is selected To playback the recording use e to select the appropriate voice ringer Z Q, select Playback Z Q 4 Composing a Melody From Idle Z Q, select Personalise > Tones > Melody Composer Z Q Using the following table as reference, enter the notes (from the choice of low, middle and high), rests, and the durations of each, to generate your composition.
Personalising Your Phone Editing your Melody Once the melody has been saved the following operations can be used for re-editing purposes: Z B to delete the character to the left of the cursor Use g to navigate the cursor around the screen Use the relevant keys to insert new notes/rests Disabling all Tones 1 2 From Idle Z Q, select Personalise > Tones Z Q Z Q to disable all tones.
Personalising Your Phone The logo is now stored and can be selected as an idle screen option from the Personalise menu. Setting the Backlight Time 1 2 3 From Idle Z Q, select Personalise > Display Setting > Backlight Time Z Q Use e to cycle through the times available Z Q to select the desired time Using Voice Commands Before any of the phone’s voice activated functions can be used, it is necessary to configure the phone so that it will recognize a particular voice and intonation.
Personalising Your Phone Recalling Voice Dial Entries From Idle move and hold the navigation key (g) in any one of the four directions a,b,c or d. Speak clearly the name you wish to recall (exactly as recorded) and wait. The above procedure will recall the phone number and the recorded Voice Dial entry is repeated; to initiate the call Z D.
Personalising Your Phone Changing the Language It is possible to change the language that the phone uses for either display messages and/or text entry.
Phone Security Phone Security The phone features a number of security functions that protect against unauthorized use, and enable the user to restrict access to certain features see “Using the PIN” page 10. It is recommended that all security codes are memorized. If it is necessary to make a note of any security codes, never write them in a way that they can be recognized by another person. If forgotten, contact the dealer for the Phone Lock Code or the Service Provider for PIN and PIN2.
Phone Security Restricting Calls Call Barring The Call Bar function is used to restrict certain outgoing and/or incoming calls. Call Bar is controlled by a security password that is supplied by the Service Provider. When updating or checking the status of Call Bar the phone must be registered with a network. Different Call Bar restrictions can be used for voice, fax and data calls. Any combination of call restrictions can be set.
Phone Security “Wild” Numbers Wild numbers are spaces that can be stored in a phone number. The “wild” numbers must be filled before the phone number is dialled. Used in conjunction with Fixed Dial calls can be restricted, for example, to a specific area by storing the area code of a phone and when recalled the remainder can be added. The “wild” numbers can be anywhere within a stored phone number.
Applications Applications Clock This phone incorporates a clock with date/time, an alarm and a power on/off feature. A second clock for dual time is also included - see “Second Clock” page 54.
Applications Setting the Clock for Summer Time 1 2 From Idle Z Q, select Applications > Clock Function > Clock Set > Home > Summer Time Z Q to set Summer Time On or Off Setting the Alarm If the clock hasn’t been set, the user will be prompted to do so prior to setting the alarm. 1. 2. 3. 4. --:---:---:---:-- There are four separate alarms, each of which may be set independently.
Applications Adjusting the Alarm Time 1 2 3 4 5 6 From Idle Z Q, select Applications > Clock Function > Alarm Set Z Q Use e to select the alarm to be adjusted Z Q Z+ Hold B to remove the current alarm time Enter the digits for the time Z Q Use e to select the frequency of the alarm Z Q Use e to select the ring type Z Q Setting a Power On/Off Time The phone can be set to turn itself on or off automatically at a specified time using the Power On/Off feature.
Applications Currency Convertor The currency convertor enables the user to convert from/to a home currency using a conversion rate that you enter.
Text Messages Text Messages It is possible to receive, display, edit and/or send text messages of up to 459 characters, (Dependant on the language being used) to mobile phones on the same network or any network that has a roaming agreement. Messages will be sent as one message, but will be received as (up to) three messages. (Dependant on the recipients phone parameters).
Text Messages 5 The user may be asked if delivery confirmation is required. If not required use e to select No Z Q. If yes, use e to select Yes Z Q The default setting for delivery confirmation can be enabled/disabled using the Report parameter in the Parameters menu. Receiving Text Messages When a Short Text Message is sent to the phone the message indicator (N) will flash in the display, with an audible tone or vibration. This indicates that a new message has been received.
Text Messages Cut / Copy & Paste Message Text This function allows the user to cut or copy message text from a user defined message or a user created message, into a new or existing message. It can also be used to paste text to a previously sent message - See “Edit a Message” page 33.
Text Messages Chat SMS Chat, will enable the user to read sent and received messages on one screen when in Chat SMS mode. Review Review allows you to check usage of the message area. Parameters From Idle Z Q, select Messages > Parameters Z Q The following parameters can be set: Recipient Group Recipient Group enables the user to pre-define the destination of text messages. Auto Delete When set will erase messages automatically: Received Read - will overwrite the oldest read message.
Text Messages Broadcast You need to specify the topic(s) of information that you wish to receive as broadcasts before you can receive them.
Call Information Call Information Recent Numbers Recently dialled phone numbers will be stored in Last Dialled. If Caller Identification is available 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. If Caller Identification is not available then calls will still be stored but will have the date and time attributed to them. When the store is full the next phone number will overwrite the oldest.
Call Information Call Duration 1 From IdleZ Q, select Phone Menu > Call Service > Calls Z Q Note: The Calls function is SIM dependent (Q). If the SIM does not support this function then items under Calls menu will be found directly under Call Service menu. 2 Use e to select one of the functions described below, and Z Q The Last Call function will display the duration and call charge if available, of the last call during Idle mode, or the current call during a call.
Call Information Setting the Maximum Unit Level This function allows the user to pre - determine the maximum cost of calls made. (Q) 1 From Idle Z Q, select Phone Menu > Call Service > Service Charges > Max Cost Z Q 2 Z Q twice to edit the values At this point you will be asked to enter your PIN2 or lock code Z Q.
Advanced Operation Advanced Operation Diverting Calls Voice, fax and data calls can be diverted using different circumstances and to different numbers. For example you may wish voice calls to be diverted to Voicemail in the event that the phone is switched off.
Advanced Operation Receiving a Second Call A second call can be received, if Call Waiting is switched on. This is enabled from the Phone Menu > Call Service menu. It is not possible to have more than one fax or data call. All voice calls must be ended before you can make or receive a fax or data call. (Q) Accept a Second Call 1 Z Q 2 Use e to select Accept Z Q The current call will be placed on hold.
Advanced Operation Call Transfer With two calls connected, Call Transfer enables the user to connect them together ending your connection, leaving the other parties to talk together. (Q) When two calls are in use: 1 Z Q 2 Use e to select Trans. Z Q The two calls will be connected to each other and your call will be ended. Note: Two call transfer cannot be utilized while in Multi-party mode. Multi-party Calls A Multi-party call enables three to five people to be in conversation at the same time.
Advanced Operation During a Multi-party call: 1 Z Q 2 Use e to select Option Z Q 3 Use e to select a caller in the Multi-party 4 Z Q 5 Use e to select Split Z Q The selected caller will be split from the Multi-party call and the Multi-party call will be placed on hold (the remaining Multi-party call callers can still communicate). Ending Multi-party Calls The user can either select an individual in the Multi-party and end the call or end the entire Multi-party call.
Advanced Operation Changing to a New Network When not in your home Country / Region, the user may use a network that is not directly subscribed to, this is called ROAMING. National Law may not permit roaming in your home region. The New Network function is used to manually select a network that is available in your current location.
Schedule Schedule The Scheduler can be used to register reminders for personal events as well as planning holiday periods. Caution: Ensure that any settings made in the Scheduler will not contravene any regulations whereby the phone may automatically power on when in an aircraft or medical facility etc. - see “Important Information” page i.
Schedule Setting a Holiday Reminder 1 2 From Idle Z Q, select Schedule Z Q Use the Navigation key (g) to select the day of your holiday Z Q 3 Use e to select Function Z Q 4 Use e to select Holiday Set Z Q 5 Use e to select Day, Day of the week Z Q three times to update the Holiday List Repeat process for each day of holiday as required.
Games Games Racing Game The object of the game is to control a racing car around a circuit avoiding other cars in the fastest time possible & avoiding obstacles on the track i.e. Oil spillages. Each time a new game is started, the player is credited with three “lives”. Play the Game 1 From Idle Z Q select Games >Racing GameZ Q, twice 2 Use e to select a skill level Z Q to enter the game screen Approximately three seconds after entering the game screen, the timer will begin.
WAP Browser WAP Browser The phone’s WAP (Wireless Application Protocol) Browser enables the user to access Internet services supported by the network, such as news, weather reports, sport etc. Server Settings Before Internet services can be accessed, the SIM must be data enabled and the relevant configuration information, entered into the phone. These settings may have been pre-programmed by the network operator. Note: Modifying previously entered settings can cause failure of the Browser.
WAP Browser Activating the Browser To activate the Browser: From Idle Z Q, select Browser > Start Browser Z Q The first time that the browser is activated there will be no content stored so the Home URL content will be displayed (as defined by the network operator). The Home URL will be recalled from the cash, each time the browser is activated. (Cache is the phone’s memory that stores content downloaded in the past).
WAP Browser Bookmark Use, add, delete and rename bookmarks. Enter URL Type in a URL directly to go to a known site . Reload Will reload and update the current page. Reset Deletes the content in cache and displays the Home URL content. Exit Deactivates the Browser. Using Bookmarks Frequently accessed pages may be bookmarked to save time. This prevents the need to re-enter the URL each time.
WAP Browser Deleting Bookmarks 1 2 3 4 With content displayed Z A Use e to select Bookmark Z Q Use e to select the relevant bookmark from the list, Z A Use e to select Delete Z Q twice Deactivating the Browser The Browser can be deactivated as follows: When browsing on-line Z E to review cache off line. When browsing off-line Z E to return to Idle mode. Setting the Linger Time The phone will be automatically disconnected from the WAP server after a set period of non-interaction.
Additional Features Additional Features Desktop Handsfree Desktop Handsfree enables you to hold a conversation without having to hold the phone to your ear. Note: Do NOT hold the phone to your ear in Handsfree mode.
Additional Features Play Back a Voice Memo From Idle Z Q, select Applications > Voice Memo Play > Playback Z Q To stop playing, Z Q twice The Note Pad function is available during playback - see “Note Pad” page 54. Volume Control During Playback While playing back: Use e to adjust the volume of the voice memo Delete Memo From Idle Z Q, select Applications > Voice Memo Play > Delete Z Q twice DTMF Tones DTMF tones can be sent during conversation.
Additional Features 5 6 From Idle Z Q, select Personalise > DTMF Length Z Q Use e to select Long Z Q Note Pad During a call numbers can be entered which you may wish to dial when the call has ended. During a call: 1 Enter phone number 2 When the call has ended Z D to call that number To store in Phonebook, ZA while the number is displayed – see “Store a Number” page 13.
Additional Features Enabling Auto Adjustment From Idle Z Q, select Applications > Clock Function > Clock Set > Second > Auto Adjustment > Auto Adjustment Z Q Repeat to disable Auto Adjustment.
Text Entry Text Entry The phone provides a means for entering alphanumeric characters to enter details into the Phonebook, to create text and e-mail messages etc. This section details the characters that can be entered and the relevant keys to press. Text Mode Key ® T9 0 Alternatives 1 Punctuation 2 Normal (ABC) Greek (ÁÂÃ) Extended (AÄÅ) Numeric (0 - 9) +_ +_ +_ 0+P_ .
Text Entry ® T9 Text Input Using this mode of text entry dramatically reduces the number of key presses required: Press a key once for any letter you require on that key. The desired letter may not be displayed. Continue pressing other keys until the end of a word is reached; then check that the word has been typed correctly before continuing on to the next word. If the combination of letters typed has produced a word which is not the one you require, press 0 repeatedly until the correct word is displayed.
Menu Structure Menu Structure From Idle Z Q to display a menu of phone features. To select a feature, use gto navigate to the icon of the feature you require. Z Qwhen the icon is highlighted. To exit the current menu and return to the previous level Z B. To exit completely out of the menu structure, Z +Hold B, or E (except during a call). During a call a restricted menu will be available.
Trouble Shooting Trouble Shooting Should any problem persist contact your dealer.
Trouble Shooting Calls cannot be made The phone is locked Unlock the phone Outgoing calls are barred Disable the outgoing call barring, or barred dial The phone is not registered to a network Move to a coverage area and operate your phone after it has registered with a network.
Trouble Shooting Important Error Messages These are some of the most important error messages which may be displayed: Area Not Allowed Roaming in the selected area is not allowed Network Not Allowed Roaming with the selected network is not allowed Security Failure The network has detected an authentication failure because your SIM is not registered with that network - contact your Service Provider SIM Blocked / Contact Service provider The SIM is blocked because one of the PIN/PIN2 unblocking keys (
Trouble Shooting Verification Failure On changing the phone lock code, verification of the new code is incorrect - retry changing the lock code with correct verification Incorrect Lock Code Disabling or enabling the lock code has failed due to incorrect entry of the lock code - re-enter lock code Incorrect PIN / PIN2 / PUK / PUK2 The entered code is incorrect - re-enter code correctly Auto Redial List Full Redial list of unsuccessfully dialled numbers is full switch the phone off and then on again 6
Glossary of Terms Glossary of Terms Cut Permanently removes selected text from short text message Copy Copies selected text from short text message without removing it from the original message DTMF Tones Dual Tone Multi-Frequency tones allow you to communicate with computerized phone systems, voice mailboxes etc. GSM Global System for Mobile Communications. The name given to the advanced digital technology that your phone uses.
Glossary of Terms SIM Subscriber Identity Module. A small smart-card which stores unique subscriber and user-entered information such as Phonebook and Short Messages. Supplied by your Service Provider. WAP Wireless Application Protocol.
Specifications Specifications Phone (Including Battery) Type Temperature Range Charging Storage Weight Dimensions (mm) Height x Width x Depth Supply Voltage Standby Time (hrs) Talk Time (Min) Charge Time (Phone off) * GSM900 Class 4 GSM1800 Class 1 +5ºC - +35ºC -20ºC - +60ºC 82g* Antenna SIM Type 106 x 46 x 16 3.
Personal Record Personal Record The Serial Number can be found on the outside of the phone under the battery. For your convenience we recommend that you note the following details as a record of your purchase. Part Number Serial Number Dealer Name Purchase Date WAP Settings Use the table below to record your WAP settings.
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