Panasonic Digital Cellular Phone Ebg51u Operating Instructions

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Contents
ContentsSafety First  ............................................................... 1
Care and Maintenance  ............................................. 7
Getting Started  ......................................................... 8
Inserting and Removing the SIM  ............................. 8
Attaching and Removing the Battery  ....................... 8
Charging the Battery  ............................................... 9
Operation of Battery Level Indicator  ........................ 9
Low Battery Power Warning  .................................... 9
Keys & Displays  ..................................................... 10
Keys ...................................................................... 10
Display ................................................................... 11
Status Icons ........................................................... 11
Symbols used in the Manual  ................................. 12
Menu Display ......................................................... 12
Menu Structure  ...................................................... 13
Shortcuts from Idle Screen  .................................... 14
Phone Basics  ......................................................... 15
Phone ON/OFF  ..................................................... 15
Displaying Menu  .................................................... 15
Making Calls  .......................................................... 16
Answering Calls ..................................................... 18
In-Call Options ....................................................... 19
My Phone Menu Structure ..................................... 22
My Phone  ................................................................ 23Sounds .................................................................. 23
Display .................................................................. 26
Language .............................................................. 28
Alert Type  .............................................................. 29
Profiles .................................................................. 29
User Messages  ..................................................... 31
Auto Answer  .......................................................... 32
Any Key Answer  .................................................... 32
Reset Defaults  ...................................................... 32
Shortcuts ............................................................... 33
My Phonebook  ...................................................... 33
T9 Input  ................................................................. 33
Games Menu Structure .......................................... 34
Games ..................................................................... 35
Selecting Games  ................................................... 35
Phone Book Menu Structure ................................. 36
Phone Book ............................................................ 37
Storing ................................................................... 37
Viewing ................................................................. 39
Options in Phone Book  ......................................... 39
Group Settings  ...................................................... 40
Memory Status  ...................................................... 41
My Numbers  .......................................................... 41
Hot Key Dial  .......................................................... 42 
						

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My Phonebook  ...................................................... 42
Browser Menu Structure  ....................................... 43
Browser .................................................................. 44
Server Setting  ....................................................... 44
WAP Activating  ..................................................... 45
Bookmarks ............................................................ 46
Key Guard ............................................................... 47
Messages Menu Structure  .................................... 48
Messages ................................................................ 49
SMS ...................................................................... 49
Options .................................................................. 54
Broadcast .............................................................. 55
Auto Display  .......................................................... 57
Text Entry ................................................................ 58
Shift mode .............................................................. 59
T9® Dictionary ........................................................ 59
Text Input ............................................................... 59
Phone Option Menu Structure ............................... 61
Phone Option  ......................................................... 62
Call Service  ........................................................... 62
Call Divert .............................................................. 65
Security ................................................................. 66
Codes ...................................................................  67
Network ................................................................. 69
CSD Setting  .......................................................... 69GPRS Setting ........................................................ 70
GPRS Info .............................................................. 70
Applications Menu Structure ................................ 72
Applications ........................................................... 73
Games .................................................................. 73
STK (SIM Tool Kit) ................................................. 73
Scheduler .............................................................. 74
Clock ..................................................................... 75
Calculator .............................................................. 77
Currency ............................................................... 78
Melody Composer  ................................................. 78
Sound Folder  ........................................................ 79
Picture Folder ........................................................ 80
Records Menu Structure ........................................ 81
Records .................................................................. 82
Troubleshooting .................................................... 83
Important Error Messages ..................................... 85
Glossary of Terms  ................................................. 88
Consumer Update  ................................................. 90
Specifications ........................................................ 93
Accessories ............................................................ 94
Warranty ................................................................. 95
Personal Settings  .................................................. 97
Licensing ................................................................ 98
Index ....................................................................... 99 
						

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Safety First
Safety FirstYour new phone is a convenient and effective communications tool, but it can be hazardous when used improperly. To avoid harming 
yourself or anyone else, please review the following information before using your phone.BatteriesBatteries can cause property damage, injury, or burns if the terminals are touched with a conductive material (for example, metal jewelry, 
keys, and so on). Therefore, use caution when handling a charged battery. Additional precautions and notes are listed below: Never throw a battery into a fire; it may explode.
 Fully recharge the battery if the battery is low or as soon as 
the low-battery alert beeps.
 Do not drop the battery. Do not allow bridging of battery contacts with metallic objects.
 Do not remove the battery from the phone while the phone is 
powered on. Settings you have changed may revert to their 
previous settings.
A recyclable lithium ion/polymer battery powers your phone. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to 
recycle the battery.
Charging DevicesUse only Genuine Panasonic charging accessories. Use of attachments not recommended by Panasonic or your Service Provider may 
result in fire, electrical shock, or injury. Panasonic is not responsible for damage caused by using non-Panasonic accessories. Do not expose charging adapters to moisture, water, or the 
weather.
 Do not use an adapter with a damaged cord. When using a DC adapter in an automobile, a small amount of 
electricity flows through the adapter, even if the phone is turned 
off. Remove the plug from the cigarette lighter whenever the 
phone will be left in the vehicle for long periods of time. Always charge the battery in a well ventilated area, not in direct 
sunlight, between 41°F (5°C) and 95°F (35°C). It is not possible 
to recharge the battery if it is outside this temperature range.
 Do not incinerate or dispose of the battery as ordinary trash. 
The battery must be disposed of in accordance with local 
legislation and may be recycled.
Caution: 
The cigarette lighter must have a 12V negative ground socket. Do not use the adapter in a vehicle that has a positive ground 
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General Do not use the phone in extreme temperature or humidity. The 
specified operating temperature range is -22
°F to +140
°F 
(-30
°C to +60
°C).
 Extreme temperatures may have a temporary effect on the 
operation of your phone. This is normal and does not indicate 
a fault.
 Do not expose the phone (particularly the display) to direct sunlight 
for extended periods of time or to a humid, dusty or hot area. Do not attempt to disassemble the phone. There are no user-
serviceable parts inside.
 Do not subject the equipment to excessive vibration or shock.
 Do not expose the phone to rain or spill liquids on it. If the 
equipment becomes wet immediately remove the battery and 
charging device and contact your dealer.
 Do not carry the phone by holding the antenna.
 Do not use any accessories other than those designed for use 
with your phone. Use of attachments not recommended or sold by Panasonic or 
your Service Provider may result in fire, electrical shock, or injury. Panasonic is not responsible for damages caused by using 
non-Panasonic accessories.
 Pressing any of the keys may produce a loud tone. Avoid 
holding the phone close to the ear while pressing the keys. Keep metallic items that may accidentally touch the battery 
terminals away from the equipment. Battery damage may occur. When disposing of any packing materials or old equipment 
check with your local authorities for information on recycling. If connecting the phone to an external source, read the 
operating instructions of the equipment for the correct 
connection and safety precautions.
 If connecting the phone to an external source, verify that the 
phone is compatible with the product to which you are 
connecting it.
Availability of ServiceThis phone, like any wireless phone, operates using radio 
signals, wireless and landline networks, and user-
programmed functions. Because of this, connection in all 
conditions cannot be guaranteed. Therefore, you should 
never rely solely on any wireless phone for essential 
communications (for example, medical emergencies).Emergency (911) ServiceIf you need to make an emergency (911) call, power the 
phone on, dial 911, and press 
C
. Emergency calls can be 
made regardless of lock setting and with or without a SIM 
card. Remember, to make or receive any call, the phone must 
be switched on and in a service area that has adequate signal 
strength. Even if you are within the coverage area of your 
Service Provider, you may be in an area with insufficient 
signal strength to place a 911 call. Emergency calls might not 
be possible on all wireless phone networks or when certain 
network service and/or phone features are in use.
Call RejectedYour phone displays Call Rejected under the following 
conditions:
1. Call was not able to connect to the network (no circuits 
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2. Battery charge level is too low (recharge battery).
3. Your calling plan is expired, depleted or has reached its pre-
set limit.
Note: Emergency (911) Service is still available.Safety TipsFollowing the suggestions in this section will help ensure safe 
and efficient operation of your Panasonic phone.
This Model Phone Meets The Government’s Requirements 
For Exposure To Radio Waves. 
Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is 
designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits 
for exposure to radiofrequency (RF) energy set by the Federal 
Communications Commission of the U.S. Government. These 
limits are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish 
permitted levels of RF energy for the general population. The 
guidelines are based on standards that were developed by 
independent scientific organizations through periodic and 
thorough evaluation of scientific studies. The standards 
include a substantial safety margin designed to assure the 
safety of all persons, regardless of age and health. The 
exposure standard for wireless mobile phones employs a unit 
of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or 
SAR. The SAR limit set by the FCC is 1.6W/kg. Tests for SAR 
are conducted using standard operating positions specified by 
the FCC with the phone transmitting at its highest certified 
power level in all tested frequency bands. Although the SAR 
is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual 
SAR level of the phone while operating can be well below the 
maximum value. This is because the phone is designed to 
operate at multiple power levels so as to use only the power required to reach the network. In general, the closer you are to 
a wireless base station antenna, the lower the power output. 
Before a phone model is available for sale to the public, it must 
be tested and certified to the FCC that it does not exceed the 
limit established by the government-adopted requirement for 
safe exposure. The tests are performed in positions and 
locations (e.g., at the ear and worn on the body) as required 
by the FCC for each model. The highest SAR value for this 
model phone when tested for use at the ear is 0.64 W/kg and 
when worn on the body, as described in this user guide, is 
0.77 W/kg. (Body-worn measurements differ among phone 
models, depending upon available accessories and FCC 
requirements). While there may be differences between the 
SAR levels of various phones and at various positions, they all 
meet the government requirement for safe exposure.
The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this 
model phone with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in 
compliance with the FCC RF emission guidelines. SAR 
information on this model phone is on file with the FCC and 
can be found under the Display Grant section of 
http:// 
www.fcc.gov/oet/fccid
 after searching on FCC ID HFS-
G51.
Additional information on Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) 
can be found on the Cellular Telecommunications Industry 
Association (CTIA) web-site at 
http://www.wow-com.com
.
Caution:
 All Panasonic branded accessories are tested and 
comply with FCC RF exposure requirements. Non-
Panasonic accessories may not comply.
Antenna CareDo not use the phone with a damaged antenna. Use only the 
supplied or an approved replacement antenna.  
						

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Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments 
could damage the phone and may violate FCC regulations.Phone OperationNormal Position:
 Hold the phone as you would any other 
telephone, with the antenna pointed up and over your shoulder.
For Efficient Operation:  For your phone to operate most 
efficiently, do not touch the antenna unnecessarily when the 
phone is in use. Contact with the antenna affects call quality 
and may cause the phone to operate at a higher power level 
than otherwise needed.DrivingImportant:  Check the laws and regulations on the use of 
wireless telephones in the areas where you drive. Always 
obey them. Also, if using your phone while driving: 
 Give full attention to driving – driving safely is your first  responsibility;
 Use handsfree operation, if available;
 Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if  driving conditions so require.Electronic DevicesMost modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF 
signals. However, certain electronic equipment may not be 
shielded against the RF signals from your wireless phone.
Pacemakers:  The Health Industry Manufacturers 
Association recommends that a minimum separation of 6 
inches (6”) or 15 centimeters (15 cm) be maintained 
between a handheld wireless phone and a pacemaker to 
avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. These recommendations are consistent with independent research 
and recommendations of Wireless Technology Research.
Persons with pacemakers:
 Should ALWAYS keep the phone more than six inches from  their pacemaker when the phone is turned ON;
 Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket;
 Should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the  potential for interference;
 If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking  place, turn your phone OFF immediately.
Hearing Aids:  Some digital wireless phones may interfere 
with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, 
consult your Service Provider and hearing aid manufacturer.
Other Medical Devices:  If you use any other personal 
medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to 
determine if it is adequately shielded from external RF 
energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in 
obtaining this information.
Turn your phone OFF in health care facilities when any 
regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. 
Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment 
that could be sensitive to external RF energy.
Vehicles:  RF signals may affect improperly installed or 
inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles. 
Check with the manufacturer or its representative regarding 
your vehicle. You should also consult the manufacturer of 
any equipment that has been added to your vehicle.
Posted Facilities:  Turn your phone OFF in any facility 
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AircraftFCC regulations prohibit using your phone while in the air; 
switch off your phone before boarding an aircraft unless 
otherwise advised by airline personnel.Blasting AreasTo avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your 
phone OFF when in a “blasting area” or in other areas 
posted: “Turn off two-way radio.” Obey all signs and 
instructions.Potentially Explosive AtmospheresTurn your phone OFF when in any area with a potentially 
explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. 
Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire 
resulting in bodily injury or even death.
Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but 
not always, clearly marked. They include fueling areas such 
as gas stations; below deck on boats; fuel or chemical 
transfer or storage facilities; vehicles using liquefied 
petroleum gas (such as propane or butane); areas where 
the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust 
or metal powders; and any other area where you would 
normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine.For Vehicles Equipped with an Air BagAn air bag inflates with great force. DO NOT place objects, 
including both installed or portable wireless equipment, in 
the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area. 
If in-vehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed and 
the air bag inflates, serious injury could result.For U.S. Customers: Vehicles using liquefied petroleum 
gas (such as propane or butane) must comply with the 
National Fire Protection Standard (NFPA-58).
For a copy of this standard, contact:
National Fire Protection Association One Batterymarch Park
PO Box 9101 Quincy, MA 02269 
Phone: 1-800-344-3555
Web site: www.nfpa.org
E-mail address: [email protected]
See “Consumer Update” starting on page 89 for the FDA 
Consumer Update on Mobile Phones published by the U.S. 
Food and Drug Administration.Ten (10) Driver Safety TipsYour wireless telephone gives you the powerful ability to 
communicate by voice-almost anywhere, anytime. But an 
important responsibility accompanies the benefits of 
wireless phones, one that every user must uphold.
When driving a car, driving is your first responsibility. When 
using your wireless phone behind the wheel of a car, 
practice good common sense and remember the following 
tips:
1.Get to know your wireless phone and its features such 
as speed dial and redial. If available, these features help 
you to place your call without taking your attention off the 
road.
2.When available, use a hands free device. If possible, add 
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less phone with one of the many hands free accessories 
available today.
3.Position your wireless phone within easy reach. Be able 
to access your wireless phone without removing your eyes 
from the road. If you get an incoming call at an inconvenient 
time, if possible, let your voice mail answer it for you.
4.Let the person you are speaking with know you are driv-
ing; if necessary, suspend the call in heavy traffic or haz-
ardous weather conditions. Rain, sleet, snow, ice, and 
even heavy traffic can be hazardous.
5.Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while driv-
ing. Jotting down a “to do” list or flipping through your 
address book takes attention away from your primary respon-
sibility, driving safely.
6.Dial sensibly and assess the traffic; if possible, place 
calls when you are not moving or before pulling into traf-
fic. Try to plan calls when your car will be stationary. If you 
need to 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 have 
the potential to divert your attention from the road.
8.Use your wireless phone to call for help. Dial 9-1-1 or 
other local emergency number in the case of fire, traffic acci-
dent or medical emergencies. Remember, it is a free call on 
your wireless phone!
9.Use your wireless phone to help others in emergencies. 
If you see an auto accident, crime in progress or other seri-
ous emergency where lives are in danger, call 9-1-1 or other local emergency number, as you would want others to do for 
you.
10.Call roadside assistance or a special non-emergency 
wireless assistance number when necessary. If you see a 
broken-down vehicle posing no serious hazard, a broken traf-
fic signal, a minor traffic accident where no one appears 
injured, or a vehicle you know to be stolen, call roadside 
assistance or other special non-emergency wireless number. 
“The wireless industry reminds you to use your phone safely 
when driving.”
For more information, 
please call 1-888-901-SAFE 
or visit www.wow-com.com
Information on this page provided by the Cellular 
Telecommunications Industry Association. 
						

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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.
The display quality may deteriorate if the phone is 
used in environments over 104
°F(40°C) for a long 
time.
Do not modify or disassemble the equipment. 
There are no user serviceable parts inside.
Do not subject the equipment to excessive 
vibration or shocks.
Do not drop the battery.
Avoid contact with liquids. If the equipment 
becomes wet, immediately remove the battery 
and contact your dealer.Do not leave the equipment in direct sunlight or 
a humid, dusty or hot area.
Never throw a battery into a fire. It may explode.
Keep metallic items that may accidentally touch 
the terminals away from the equipment/battery.
Batteries can cause property damage, injury, or 
burns if terminals are touched with a conductive 
material (i.e. metal jewelry, keys, etc.).
Always charge the battery in a well ventilated 
area, not in direct sunlight, between 41
°F(+5°C) 
and 95
°F(+35°C). It is not possible to recharge 
the battery if it is outside this temperature 
range.
When connecting the phone to an external 
source, read the operating instructions of the 
equipment for the correct connection and safety 
precautions. Ensure the phone is compatible 
with the product it is being connected to.
When disposing of any packing materials or old 
equipment check with your local authorities for 
information on recycling.