Motorola M990 October 2007 User Guide
HELLOMOTO Introducing your new M990 GSM wireless phone. Here’s a quick anatomy lesson. Figure 1: M990 phone (front view). Figure 2: M990 phone & base connector (back view).
Home Screen & Main Menu Home Screen Figure 3: Home screen. Main Menu Figure 4: Main menu.
Legal & Copyright Information Motorola, Inc. Consumer Advocacy Office 1307 East Algonquin Road Schaumburg, IL 60196 http://www.hellomoto.com 1-800-331-6456 (United States) 1-888-390-6456 (TTY/TDD United States for hearing impaired) 1-800-461-4575 (Canada) Certain mobile phone features are dependent on the capabilities and settings of your service provider’s network.
Software Copyright Notice The Motorola products described in this manual may include copyrighted Motorola and third party software stored in semiconductor memories or other media. Laws in the United States and other countries preserve for Motorola and third party software providers certain exclusive rights for copyrighted software, such as the exclusive rights to distribute or reproduce the copyrighted software.
Contents Menu Map ................................................................................... 1 Safety & General Information ................................................... 3 Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Energy .................................................... 3 Operational Precautions.................................................................................. 3 RF Energy Interference/Compatibility ............................................................. 4 Driving Precautions .
Text Messages...............................................................................................41 Voicemail .......................................................................................................46 Personal Organizer ........................................................................................47 Codes & Passwords.......................................................................................49 Lock & Unlock Phone.................................................
Microphone ................................................................................................... 77 RF Antenna ................................................................................................... 78 Antenna Installation....................................................................................... 79 Cable Connections........................................................................................ 79 Connections Summary.............................................
Menu Map Following is a summary of the M990 menu items. This list 1 represents the standard main menu layout . In order to use the following list to access these features, you must first understand how to operate the phone and the menu system. For details, see Getting Started on page 14. Tip: Press End to exit the current menu, or to exit all menus.
Settings • Personalize • Home Screen • Main Menu • Greeting • Wallpaper • Screen Saver • Ring Styles • Style • [Style] Detail • Connection • Bluetooth Link • USB Settings • MOTOSYNC • Call Forward • Voice Calls • Fax Calls • Data Calls • Cancel All • Forward Status • In-Call Setup • In-Call Timer • Call Cost Setup • My Caller ID • Talk and Fax • Answer Options • Call Waiting • Aux Alert • Initial Setup • Time and Date • Speed Dial • Auto Redial • Backlight • Scroll • Text Marquee • Language • DTMF 2 – Menu
Safety & General Information 4 This section contains important information on the safe and efficient operation of your mobile device. Read this 5 information before using your mobile device . Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Energy Your mobile device contains a transmitter and receiver. When it is ON, it receives and transmits RF energy. When you communicate with your mobile device, the system handling your call controls the power level at which your mobile device transmits.
Product Operation When placing or receiving a phone call, hold your mobile device just like you would a landline phone. If you wear the mobile device on your body, always place the mobile device in a Motorola-supplied or approved clip, holder, holster, case, or body harness. If you do not use a body-worn accessory supplied or approved by Motorola – or if you hang your mobile device from a lanyard around your neck – keep the mobile device and its antenna at least 2.
Implantable Medical Devices If you have an implantable medical device, such as a pacemaker or defibrillator, consult your physician before using this mobile device. Persons with implantable medical devices should observe the following precautions: • ALWAYS keep the mobile device more than 20 centimeters (8 inches) from the implantable medical device when the mobile device is turned ON. • DO NOT carry the mobile device in the breast pocket.
Note: The use of wireless phones while driving may cause distraction. Discontinue a call if you cannot concentrate on driving. Additionally, the use of wireless devices and their accessories may be prohibited or restricted in certain areas. Always obey the laws and regulations on the use of these products. Operational Warnings Obey all posted signs when using mobile devices in public areas.
Symbol Definition Your mobile device contains an internal lithium ion battery. Do not let your battery, charger, or mobile device get wet. Listening at full volume to music or voice through a headset may damage your hearing. Batteries & Chargers Caution: Improper treatment or use of batteries may present a danger of fire, explosion, leakage, or other hazard. Choking Hazards Your mobile device or its accessories may include detachable parts, which may present a choking hazard to small children.
Discontinue use and consult a physician if any of the following symptoms occur: convulsion, eye or muscle twitching, loss of awareness, involuntary movements, or disorientation. It is always a good idea to hold the screen away from your eyes, leave the lights on in the room, take a 15-minute break every hour, and stop use if you are very tired. Caution about High Volume Usage Listening at full volume to music or voice through a headset may damage your hearing.
FCC Notice to Users 6 The following statement applies to all products that have received FCC approval. Applicable products bear the FCC logo, and/or and FCC ID in the format FCC-ID:xxxxxx on the product label. Motorola has not approved any changes or modifications to this device by the user. Any changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. See 47 CFR Sec. 15.21. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Industry Canada Notice to Users 7 Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. See RSS-GEN 7.1.5. 7 Applies to relevant regions only.
Use & Care To care for your Motorola phone, please keep it away from: Liquids of any kind Do not expose your phone to water, rain, extreme humidity, sweat, or other moisture. Extreme heat or cold Avoid temperatures below -10°C/14°F or above 45°C/113°F. Microwaves Do not try to dry your phone in a microwave oven. Dust and dirt Do not expose your phone to dust, dirt, sand, food, or other inappropriate materials. Cleaning solutions To clean your phone, use only a dry soft cloth.
European Union Directives Conformance Statement Hereby, Motorola declares that this product is in compliance with: • The essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC • All other relevant EU Directives The above gives an example of a typical Product Approval Number. You can view your product’s Declaration of Conformity (DoC) to Directive 1999/5/EC (to R&TTE Directive) at www.motorola.com/rtte.
Caring for the Environment by Recycling This symbol on a Motorola product means the product should not be disposed of with household waste. Disposal of your Mobile Device and Accessories Please do not dispose of mobile devices or electrical accessories (such as chargers, headsets, or batteries) with your household waste. These items should be disposed of in accordance with the national collection and recycling schemes operated by your local or regional authority.
Essentials Caution: Before using the phone for the first time, read the Important Safety and Legal Information included in this guide. Getting Started Initial Setup Inserting your SIM With your phone powered off, slide the SIM card into the SIM card holder at the right side of the phone until it clicks into place. Turning On/Off The phone powers on and off automatically using the car’s ignition sensor. For manual operation press and hold the End key until the display panel lights on/off.
Call Management Answering a Press Send or Answer, or press the Smart Key. Call Ending a Call Press End, or press the Smart Key. Making a Call Enter the number you want to call and press Send. Call Forward To forward voice/fax/data calls from your car phone, press > Settings > Call Forward and follow the instructions. Recent Calls To browse your recent calls list, press > Recent Calls, and select the desired number. Voice Mail To dial your voicemail press and hold .
Additional Features Speed Dial Enter speed dial number as was assigned to the phonebook entry, press press Send to dial. and then Storing a New Number Enter the phone number and press Store. Enter the various entry details and press Done to finish. Advanced Phonebook Search Access the Phonebook menu, enter character(s) and press Search. About this Guide This guide shows how to open a menu feature as follows: Press > Tools > Messages > Create Message. This means that, from the home screen: 1.
SIM Card Your Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card contains personal information like your phone number and phonebook entries. Caution: Do not bend or scratch your SIM card. Keep it away from static electricity, water, and dirt. Install the SIM Card To install the SIM card, please do the following: 1. Turn off your phone. 2. Open the protective cap of the SIM card holder, located at the right side of the phone. 3.
Answer a Call To answer a call when your phone rings, press Send. To hang up, press End. Note: Your phone cannot receive data over an EDGE network while it is playing videos or some sound files. The EDGE status indicator ( ) appears at the top of your display when you can receive data over an EDGE network. Store a Phone Number To store a phone number in your phonebook, press > Phonebook > Options > Create New > Phone Contact or SIM Contact.
Call a Stored Phone Number To call a stored phone number: 1. Press > Phonebook. 2. Scroll to the desired phonebook entry. Shortcut: In the phonebook, use the keypad to enter the first letters of the desired entry. 3. Press Send to call the entry. Note: You can show contacts stored in your phone’s memory or on your SIM card. To choose which contacts you see, press > Phonebook > Options > View. Select Phone & SIM Card, SIM Card, or Phone Contacts.
Main Attractions You can do much more with your phone than make and receive calls! Smart Key Your phone incorporates a special Smart Key, which lets you do the following easily: • Activate voice commands and select various menu items by saying their name (see Voice Activation Services on page 20). • Dial to a name stored on the phonebook by saying the name (see Name Dialing on page 20). • Dial a phone number by saying the number (see Number Dialing on page 21).
Note: Always say the entire name, as stored in the phonebook. The phone cannot recognize partial names. Note: Initial recording or training is not required in order to use this feature. The voice recognition is speaker independent. Number Dialing You can easily dial to any number by doing the following: 1. Press the Smart Key twice. The phone will prompt for the number to dial ("Say Number"). 2. Say the phone number clearly. 3. The phone will repeat the number and automatically dial it.
Voice Activation Settings To set voice activation features on your phone, press > Tools > Voice Activation and select from the following: Language – select the voice activation language. Voice Comments – select On or Off to enable or disable the voice comments generated by the phone for name dialing and number dialing. If you select Off the phone will only beep.
orbiting the earth and continuously transmitting various signals. A standard GPS receiver can calculate its current latitude, longitude and elevation anywhere on earth, by analyzing these signals and measuring the distance between itself and these satellites. In optimal conditions, a GPS receiver can calculate its location to an accuracy of a few meters. The accuracy mainly depends on the number of GPS satellites to which the GPS receiver is in a line of sight, but may be subject to other factors too.
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology You can connect various audio and data devices to your phone without cables using Bluetooth wireless technology. What is Bluetooth Wireless Technology? Bluetooth wireless technology provides a way to connect and exchange information between devices such as mobile phones, computers, printers, digital cameras, etc. over a secure, globally unlicensed short-range radio frequency. Your phone supports Bluetooth Class 2.
Connect a Bluetooth Headset Before you try to connect your phone to a Bluetooth headset, make sure the headset is on and ready in pairing mode (for details about pairing the headset please refer to its user guide). You can connect your phone to only one headset at a time. Press > Settings > Connection > Bluetooth Link > Add Audio Device. Your phone lists the devices it finds within range. 1. Scroll to the desired headset and press . 2. Press Yes to connect to the headset. 3.
3. On the M990, press Yes when the prompt Bond with other device? appears. 5. When the prompt Handsfree voice requested by appears, Press Grant. 6. Press End to exit to the home screen. When your M990 serves as a car kit for the other mobile device, you can: • Make and receive voice calls. • Reject an incoming voice call. • Terminate a voice call. Note: When working as a car kit, you cannot use a Bluetooth headset with your M990.
Note: Once you connect your phone to a Bluetooth device, that device can start similar Bluetooth connections with your phone. Your display shows the Bluetooth indicator (E) at the top when there is an active Bluetooth connection. Receive Files from Another Device 1. Place your phone near the device, and send the file from the device.
If the M990 was not connected to any compatible Bluetooth devices in the past, it will search for available Bluetooth devices that support the Dial-up Networking Profile and display a list of the detected devices. If only one Bluetooth device was found, the M990 will automatically select it and you can skip step 3. 3. Scroll to the mobile device you wish to connect your M990 to and press Select. 4. If necessary, enter the other device passkey and press Ok.
3. Scroll to the mobile device you wish to connect your M990 to and press Select. 4. If necessary, enter the other device passkey and press Ok. 5. Initiate the synchronization on the other device. Note: You can only synchronize phonebook entries stored on the phone memory with this feature. Phonebook entries stored on SIM cards will not be synchronized. Multiple User Profiles Your phone supports three user profiles.
Managing User Profiles Press > Tools > User Profiles, and select the user profile to manage. Press Options, and select one of the following: Option Description Save As Save the current active user profile. Rename Assign a new name to the selected user profile. Delete Delete the selected user profile. Note: Only inactive profiles may be deleted. If you try to delete an active profile, an error message will be displayed.
Memory Card You can use a removable memory card (optional) with your phone to store and retrieve multimedia objects, such as pictures and sounds. The phone supports MicroSD memory cards of up to 2GB. Note: If you download a copyrighted file and store it on your memory card, you can use the file only while your memory card is inserted in your phone. You cannot send, copy, or change copyrighted files. Install a Memory Card To install a memory card, please do the following: 1.
To copy files between your memory card and another device, you can use a cable connection (see Cable Connections on page 69) or a Bluetooth connection (see Copy Files to Another Device on page 26 and Receive Files from Another Device on page 27). To connect your memory card to a computer, see Connect Your Memory Card to a Computer on page 70).
Basics To view a basic phone diagram, see HELLOMOTO on page i. Display The home screen appears when you turn on the phone. Figure 5: Home screen items. Note: Your home screen might look different from the one shown, depending on your service provider. To dial a number from the home screen, enter the number using the number keys and then press Send. Turn the Jog Dial clockwise or anticlockwise to scroll through the four home screen menu icons (Bluetooth Link, WebAccess, Settings and Messages).
Status indicators can show at the top of the home screen: Figure 6: Status indicators on the home screen. 1. Signal Strength Indicator – Vertical bars show the strength of the network connection. You cannot make or receive calls when 1 or 0 appears. 2. EDGE/GPRS Indicator – Shows when your phone is using a high-speed Enhanced Data for GSM Evolution (EDGE) or General Packet Radio Service (GPRS) network connection. Indicators can include: H GPRS PDP context B EDGE active GPRS packet data available 3.
S T E Secure Circuit Switch Data (CSD) call Unsecure CSD call Bluetooth connection is active 4. Roam Indicator – Shows W when your phone is seeking or using a network outside your home network. 5. Active Line Indicator – Shows h to indicate an active phone call, or g to indicate when call forwarding is on. Indicators for dual-line-enabled SIM cards can include: F I E J Line 1 active Line 1 active, call forward on Line 2 active Line 2 active, call forward on 6.
Text Entry Your phone lets you enter text in various ways. Figure 7: Text entry. Press in a text entry view to select an entry mode: Entry Modes Mode Description j or g Your Primary text entry mode can be set to any iTAP® j or tap g mode. n or m Your Secondary text entry mode can be set to any iTAP n or tap m mode, or set to None if you do not want a secondary entry mode. W Numeric mode enters numbers only. @% Symbol mode enters symbols only.
To set your primary and secondary text entry modes, press Options > Text Setup in a text entry view and then select Primary Text or Secondary Text. iTAP® & Tap Mode Tips • Press in a text entry view to change text case to all capital letters (T), no capitals (U), or next letter capital (V). • To enter numbers quickly, press and hold a number key to temporarily switch to numeric mode. Press the number keys to enter the numbers you want. Enter a space to change back to iTAP or Tap mode.
For example, if you press shows: , your display Figure 8: Using iTAP mode. If you want a different word (such as Progress), continue pressing the keypad to enter the remaining letters. Tip: Do not worry if you forget how iTAP works. In a text entry display, you can press Options > Text Setup > Text Tutorial to see an explanation. Tap & Tap Extended Modes Press in a text entry view to switch to tap mode.
For example, if you press one time, your display shows: Figure 9: Using Tap & Tap Extended modes. The first character of every sentence is capitalized. To switch between upper and lower case mode, press . Numeric Mode Press in a text entry view until you see W. Press the number keys to enter the numbers you want. Shortcut: You can press and hold a number key to temporarily switch to numeric mode from iTAP™ or Tap modes. Press the number keys to enter the numbers you want.
Volume Figure 10: Volume keys. Press the volume keys to: • Turn off an incoming call alert. • Adjust the earpiece volume during calls. • Adjust the ringer volume from the home screen. Tip: Sometimes silence really is golden. That is why you can quickly set your ringer to Silent by holding the down volume key while you are in the home screen. You can also switch to Silent or back by holding in the home screen.
Inside a menu: Turn the Jog Dial clockwise or anticlockwise to scroll through the menu items. Turning the Jog Dial clockwise inside a graphical menu will move the selection right and down. Turning the Jog Dial anticlockwise inside a graphical menu will move the selection left and up. When you reach the desired item, press to select it. Text Messages You can use your phone for text messaging. Send a Text Message A text message can contain text and pictures, sounds, or other media objects.
Your phone might tell you that this is a multimedia message, if it has multiple pages or media objects in it. Some other phones or networks do not support multimedia messages. Press Send to send the message. Receive a Text Message When you receive a message, your phone plays an alert, and the display shows New Message with a message indicator, such as g. Press Read to open the message. To view all your text messages, press Message Inbox.
Read & Manage Messages Press > Tools > Messages > Message Inbox. Icons next to each message indicate if it is read ( ) or unread (g). Icons can also indicate if the message has an attachment ( ), might be spam ( ), or is locked ( ), urgent ( ), or low priority ( ). To Reply, Forward, Lock, or Delete a message, scroll to the message and press Options. To open a message, press . Then, you can press Options to use or store any phone numbers, email addresses, web sites, or files in the message.
Print Message over a Bluetooth Connection You can use a Bluetooth connection to send a message from your phone to a printer. Press > Tools > Messages > Message Inbox, Email Msgs, Outbox, or Drafts. Scroll to the message you want to print and press Options > Print. You cannot print message templates. For more about Bluetooth connections, see Bluetooth® Wireless Technology on page 24.
Info Services To read subscription-based information services messages, press > Messages > Info Services. Templates You can use pre-programmed text and multimedia templates to write messages quickly and easily. Text Templates The phone contains the following pre-programmed text templates: • • • • • • • • Please call me back. When can we meet? Where are you? When does the meeting start? What is your number? See you later. I am here.
Multimedia Templates To create a new multimedia message from an existing template, press > Tools > Messages > Templates > Multimedia Templates, scroll to the desired template and press the Jog Dial to insert the selected template to a new message. To edit and save an existing multimedia template, press > Tools > Messages > Templates > Multimedia Templates, select the template you would like to edit and press Options > New Message. Edit the template, and press Options > Save as Template to save it.
Personal Organizer Set Alarm Press > Tools > Alarm Clock. Turn Off Alarm When an alarm happens: To turn off the alarm, press Disable or End. To set an eight-minute delay, press Snooze. Note: The Snooze key is available only if the phone is already powered on when the alarm sounds. Add New Datebook Event Press > Tools > Datebook, scroll to the day, press to Create New Event and press . , scroll If you set a reminder for a datebook event, can appear at the top of your screen.
Event Reminder When an event reminder happens: To see reminder details, press View. To close the reminder, press Exit. Send Datebook Event to Another Device To send a datebook event to another phone, computer, or device, press > Tools > Datebook, scroll to the day, press , scroll to the event, press Options > Send > with Bluetooth or with MMS. Print Datebook Month, Week, or Day over Bluetooth Connection You can use a Bluetooth connection to send a datebook month, week, or day from your phone to a printer.
Codes & Passwords Your phone’s four-digit unlock code is originally set to 1234. The six-digit security code is originally set to 000000. If your service provider did not change these codes, change them by pressing > Settings > Security > New Passwords. You can also change your SIM PIN password. If you forget your unlock code: At the Enter Unlock Code prompt, try entering 1234 or the last four digits of your phone number. If that does not work, press and enter your six-digit security code instead.
Customize Home Screen To customize the home screen to your needs, press Settings > Personalize > Home Screen. > Select Home Keys to do the following: • Show or hide the four home screen icons. • Set the four home screen icons to be selected by the Jog Dial. • Set the right and left soft keys action on the home screen. • Set the Smart Key action on the home screen. Select Clock to choose the type of the clock displayed on the home screen (Digital or Analog).
Time & Date Your phone can automatically update your time zone, time, and date. It uses the time and date for the datebook. To synchronize the time zone, time, and date with the network, press > Settings > Initial Setup > Time and Date > Autoupdate > Time & Time Zone. If you do not want your phone to automatically update your time zone and date, choose Time Only instead.
Press Picture to select the picture for the screen saver. Turn the Jog Dial right or left to select a picture or animation, or select None for no screen saver. Press Delay to enter the desired delay for the screen saver. Select the length of inactivity before the screen saver appears. Display Appearance To set your display brightness, press Initial Setup > Brightness. > Settings > To set your display backlight, press > Settings > Initial Setup > Backlight.
Keypad Volume Press > Settings > Ring Styles > [Style] Detail > Key Volume. Reminders To set a reminder for when you have not responded to an incoming call, message, or other event, press > Settings > Ring Styles > [Style] Detail > Reminders. Menu View To show the main menu as graphic icons or as a text-based list, press > Settings > Personalize > Main Menu > View. Reorder Main Menu To reorder your phone’s main menu, press Personalize > Main Menu > Reorder.
Calls To make and answer calls, see Make a Call and Answer a Call on page 17. Turn off a Call Alert You can press the volume keys to turn off a call alert before answering the call. Delay Answering If you want to answer a call, but are unable to do so for any reason, you can delay answering the call. When your phone rings, press Delay. Your phone stops ringing and plays a brief message for the caller, such as "Please hold, your call will be answered in a moment.
Option Hide ID Description Hide your caller ID for the next call. Send Message Open a new text message with the number in the To field. Send Voice Msg Record and send a voice message to the number. Add Digits Add digits after the number. Attach Number Attach a number from the phonebook or recent calls lists. Talk then Fax Talk and then send a fax in the same call (see Talk then Fax on page 65). Filter by Select all, dialed, received, or missed calls. Notepad Open the number in a text editor.
Caller ID Calling line identification (caller ID) shows the phone number for an incoming call in your external and internal displays. Your phone shows the caller’s name and picture when they are stored in your phonebook, or Incoming Call when caller ID information is not available. You can set your phone to play a different ringer ID for an entry stored in your phonebook (see Set Ringer ID for a Phonebook Entry on page 61).
Hold a Call Press Options > Hold to put all active calls on hold. Mute a Call Press Mute (if available) or Options > Mute to put all active calls on mute. Call Waiting When you are on a call, you will hear an alert if you receive a second call. Press Send to answer the new call. • To switch between calls, press Switch. • To connect the two calls, press Options > Link. • To end the call on hold, press Options > End Call On Hold.
Call Barring To restrict outgoing or incoming calls, press > Settings > Security > Call Barring. TTY Calls To set up your phone for use with an optional TTY device, press > Settings > Initial Setup > TTY Setup. Change Phone Line If you have a dual-line-enabled SIM card, you can change your line to make and receive calls from your other phone number. Press > Settings > Phone Status > Active Line. Fixed Dial When you turn on fixed dialing, you can call only numbers stored in the fixed dial list.
Answer Options You can use different ways to answer an incoming call. To select the right answer option, press > Settings > In-Call Setup > Answer Options. Option Multi-Key Description Answer by pressing any key. Delayed Answer Set up your delayed answering option (see Delay Answering on page 54). Emergency Calls Your service provider programs one or more emergency phone numbers, such as 911 or 112 that you can call under any circumstances, even when your phone is locked or the SIM card is not inserted.
Other Features Phonebook You can use the phonebook to store names, phone numbers and other contact details. You can store phonebook entries on the internal phonebook and on the SIM card. Note: The internal phonebook can store more data fields than the SIM card. To store and call phonebook entries, see Store a Phone Number and Call a Stored Phone Number on page 18. Note: You can show contacts stored in your phone’s memory or on your SIM card.
Choose a Speed Dial Key List To set speed dial to call the entries in your phone memory phonebook or your fixed dial list, press > Settings > Initial Setup > Speed Dial > Phone Memory or Fixed Dial. Edit or Delete a Phonebook Entry To edit a number stored in the phonebook, press > Phonebook, scroll to the phonebook entry, and press Options. You can select Edit Contact, Delete Contact, or other options. Shortcut: In the phonebook, use the keypad to enter the first letters of the desired entry.
Set Category for a Phonebook Entry Press > Phonebook > entry, then press Options > Edit Contact > Category > category name. Note: The category option is not available for entries stored on the SIM card. To copy an entry from SIM to phone memory, see Copy a Single Phonebook Entry on page 63. When you open your phonebook, press your categories. or to see Set Category View for Phonebook Press > Phonebook, then press Options > Filter by > Category > category name.
Create Group Mailing List You can put several phonebook entries in a group mailing list, then send a message to the list. To create a list, press > Phonebook, then press Options > Create New > Message List. Note: A message list cannot include entries stored on the SIM card. To copy an entry from SIM to phone memory, see Copy a Single Phonebook Entry on page 63.
You cannot print a mailing list. For more information about Bluetooth connections, see Bluetooth® Wireless Technology on page 24. Voice Records To create a voice record (for example, to make a note to yourself), press and hold the Smart Key, speak into the phone and release the Smart Key. Note: Recording phone calls is subject to varying state and federal laws regarding privacy and recording of conversations. Always obey the laws and regulations on the use of this feature.
Data & Fax Calls To connect your phone with a USB cable, see Cable Connections on page 69. Send Data Connect your phone to the device, then place the call through the device application. Receive Data or Fax Connect your phone to the device, then answer the call through the device application. Talk then Fax Connect your phone to the device, enter fax number, press Options > Talk then Fax, then press Send to make the call.
Network Network Settings To view network information and adjust network settings, press > Settings > Network. Security SIM PIN Caution: If you enter an incorrect PIN code three times before the correct code, your SIM card is disabled and your display shows SIM Blocked. To lock or unlock the SIM card, press SIM PIN. > Settings > Security > Lock Feature Press > Settings > Security > Lock Application.
View, Delete, or Manage Video Clips Press > Multimedia > Videos. To delete a file, scroll to it in the list and press Options > Manage > Delete. To copy or move a file from your memory card ( ) to your phone memory ( ), scroll to it in the list and press Options > Manage > Copy or Move > Memory Card. You cannot copy or move some copyrighted files. Hear, Delete, or Manage Sounds To manage ring tones and music that you have downloaded or composed, press > Multimedia > Sounds.
Store Downloaded Files in Phone or Memory Card You can choose to store your downloaded files on your phone or your memory card you download choose where to store the files you download. Press > Settings > Phone Status > Download Location > Memory Card or Phone. To see how much memory is available on your phone or memory card, see View Memory Card Information on page 32. Web Sessions A web session stores settings that your phone uses to access the Internet.
Auxiliary Alert This feature enables the M990 to signal you on an incoming call when you are out of the car, but the phone is still turned on. Depending on whether the power cable is connected to the lights or to the horn, the car lights will flash or the horn will sound. Press Menu > Extras > Settings > In-Call Setup > Aux Alert. Entertainment Mute This feature automatically mutes the volume of the car entertainment system during any of the following situations: • During a call.
Note: Motorola Original USB data cables and supporting software are sold separately. Check your computer or hand-held device to determine the type of cable you need. To transfer data between your phone and a computer, you might need to install the software included with the Motorola Original data kit first. For more information, see the data kit user’s guide. To make data and fax calls through a connected computer, see Data & Fax Calls on page 65.
4. When finished, disconnect your phone by selecting the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the system tray at the bottom of your computer screen. Then disconnect the USB Mass Storage Device. 5. Disconnect the cable from your phone and computer. On your phone: To return to Data as your USB default connection, press Settings > Connection > USB Settings > Default Connection > Data Connection. > Your Phone Number From the home screen, press > to see your number.
Accessories Bluetooth Devices You can connect various audio and data Bluetooth devices (optional) to your phone and use them without cables. You can find more information about compatible Bluetooth devices and purchase them from Motorola's web site at http://www.motorola.com. For more information about Bluetooth wireless technology, see Bluetooth® Wireless Technology on page 24. Corded Audio You can connect a stereo corded headset to the EMU connector of your phone (optional).
For more information about cable connections, see Cable Connections on page 69. Synchronization (Mobile Phone Tools) You can connect your new M990 Car Phone to a compatible PC computer with the optional USB data cable, and enjoy the benefits of the Motorola Mobile Phone Tools software: • Synchronization – never lose your data if you lose your phone. Transfer and store all your phone numbers on your computer. Synchronize all your phone contacts and datebook with just one click.
• Local hard drive with at least 120MB free space. • Free memory: 32MB of RAM under Windows® 98 and Millennium, 64MB of RAM under Windows® 2000 and XP. • Data/fax option included in the subscription contract with your cell phone operator (to allow fax and e-mails transmission and reception).
Installation Guide Product Parts Figure 12: M990 – product parts.
Main Unit Figure 13: Main unit installation. When installing the in-vehicle phone avoid positioning the main unit where it may disrupt the proper operation of the vehicle and/or its components, such as car stereo, air bags, cubbyhole, glove compartment, ashtray, lighter, gear stick, hand brake, etc.... Attach the in-vehicle phone to a stable surface, in a position that is safe and convenient for the driver to use.
Verify that the cable does not interfere with the proper operation of the vehicle and/or its components. Do not conceal the speaker behind any obstacle such as dashboard, glove compartment, carpet or any other barrier which will result in bad audio quality. Attention! The speaker and microphone (which is fitted on the sun visor above the driver) should be pointed towards opposite directions to avoid echo, speaker slots should be pointed towards passenger door.
Attention! The speaker and microphone (which is fitted on the sun visor above the driver) should be pointed towards opposite directions to avoid echo. RF Antenna Various RF antenna models can be installed for the Motorola invehicle product line. The antenna type (glass, roof mount, marine or RV antenna types) should best match the customer's application.
Panorama Antennas, www.panorama-antennas.com. For 900/1800MHz on-glass antenna with FME connector, use P/N GDE-5F. For 900/1800MHZ on-glass antenna with SMA Male connector, use P/N GDE-5S. Antenna Installation Attention! Ensure the antenna is located at least 20 cm away from driver and passengers. Attention! To avoid audio interference, do not thread the antenna cable dose to the microphone cable. Use original antenna plug and clamping tools only Test antenna and cable performance using a VSWR meter.
Entertainment Mute 9 Connect the ORANGE wire to the car stereo system entertainment mute connection to mute the stereo system when receiving or dialing a call. 1 Auxiliary alert Connect the WHITE wire to the car's horn and/or to the car's light connection to turn on the lights and/or to activate the horn when receiving a call. Connections Summary Wire color RED Function BLACK To supply steady Vehicle body (–) power source. That the contact point is only connected to the vehicle body.
Wire color WHITE Function Connect to... To operate car Car lights/horn lights/horn to connections indicate incoming (optional). call. Ensure... That the connection between the in-vehicle phone and the car lights/horn is performed by an authorized installer only. Sink should be up to 300mA. Entertainment Mute & Auxiliary Alert – Open Collector Connections Figure 15: Entertainment mute & auxiliary alert – open collector connections.
Service & Repairs If you have questions or need assistance, we are here to help. Go to http://www.motorola.com/consumer/support where you can select from a number of customer care options. You can also contact the Motorola Customer Support Center at 1-800-9721837 (United States), 1-888-390-6456 (TTY/TDD United States for hearing impaired), or 1-800-461-4575 (Canada).
Service & Repairs If you have questions or need assistance, we are here to help. Go to http://www.hellomoto.com, where you can select from a number of customer care options.
Total Customer Satisfaction 10 Absolute customer satisfaction is Motorola's top priority. If you have a question, suggestion or any other issue concerning the Motorola in-vehicle phone, Motorola wants to hear from you. Motorola Australia Customer Care 1300-138-823 8am-6pm Australia EST. Motorola New Zealand Customer Care 0508-668-676 10am-8pm. Motorola Canada Customer Care 1-800-461-4575. Motorola USA Customer Care 866-286-6686 (866-BUY-MOTO). 10 Applies to relevant regions only.
SAR Data Important: The antenna should be installed at least 20 cm away from all vehicle occupants.
Hearing Aid Compatibility with Mobile Phones Some Motorola phones are measured for compatibility with hearing aids. If the box for your particular model has "Rated for Hearing Aids" printed on it, the following explanation applies. When some mobile phones are used near some hearing devices (hearing aids and cochlear implants), users may detect a buzzing, humming, or whining noise.
Information from the World Health Organization Present scientific information does not indicate the need for any special precautions for the use of mobile phones. If you are concerned, you may want to limit your own or your children’s RF exposure by limiting the length of calls or by using handsfree devices to keep mobile phones away from your head and body. Source: WHO Fact Sheet 193 Further information: http://www.who.int.
Product Registration Online Product Registration: direct.motorola.com/hellomoto/Motosupport/source/registration.asp Product registration is an important step toward enjoying your new Motorola product. Registering helps us facilitate warranty service, and permits us to contact you should your product require an update or other service. Registration is for U.S. residents only and is not required for warranty coverage. Please retain your original dated sales receipt for your records.
Export Law Assurances This product is controlled under the export regulations of the United States of America and Canada. The Governments of the United States of America and Canada may restrict the exportation or re-exportation of this product to certain destinations. For further information contact the U.S. Department of Commerce or the Canadian Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade.
Privacy & Data Security Motorola understands that privacy and data security are important to everyone. Because some features of your mobile device may affect your privacy or data security, please follow these recommendations to enhance protection of your information: • Monitor access – Keep your mobile device with you and do not leave it where others may have unmonitored access. Lock your device’s keypad where this feature is available.
Smart Practices While Driving Drive Safe, Call SmartSM Check the laws and regulations on the use of mobile devices and their accessories in the areas where you drive. Always obey them. The use of these devices may be prohibited or restricted in certain areas. Go to http://www.motorola.com/callsmart for more information. Your mobile device lets you communicate by voice and data – almost anywhere, anytime, wherever wireless service is available and safe conditions allow.
6. Dial sensibly and assess the traffic; if possible, place calls when your car is not moving or before pulling into traffic. If you must make a call while moving, dial only a few numbers, check the road and your mirrors, then continue. 7. Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may be distracting. Make people you are talking with aware you are driving and suspend conversations that can divert your attention away from the road. 8. Use your mobile device to call for help.
Index accessories.........................72 Bluetooth devices ........................72 corded audio..........................69, 72 memory cards..............................72 USB cables..................................72 ActiveSync Exchage ActiveSync ....................65 alarm set................................................47 turn off .........................................47 answer options ...................59 attach attach number..............................56 audio corded audio...........
display appearance................................. 52 home screen ............................... 33 DTMF tones ........................ 58 email edit settings................................. 44 reading & managing.................... 43 sending ....................................... 42 emergency emergency calls.....................49, 59 EMU connector .................. 69 entertainment mute ........... 69 event event reminder............................ 48 Exchange Exchage ActiveSync ...................
password codes & passwords......................49 personal organizer .............47 personalize .........................52 language......................................52 menu view ...................................53 reminders.....................................53 reorder main menu ......................53 show/hide menu icons .................53 text marquee................................52 phone lock & unlock ...............................49 phone updates.............................
SIM card ............................. 17 installation................................... 17 SIM PIN ...................................... 66 store text messages.................... 44 Smart Key........................... 20 snooze ................................ 47 sound managing sounds........................ 67 speed dial assigning..................................... 60 choosing key list.......................... 61 editing ......................................... 60 using ...........................
