ASUS M303 2 BASIC INFORMATION
Chapter summary Phone layout ..................................................................................... 11 Function keys .................................................................................... 13 Multi-color LED indicator ................................................................... 14 Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card .............................................. 15 Battery ..............................................................................................
Phone layout Front View Antenna Back View Strap holder Flash Camera Speaker External display LED indicator MP3 controls Cover and built-in battery* Back cover latch Power adaptor/ USB socket * The battery comes uninstalled on your mobile phone. Refer to the battery installation section for instructions on how to install the battery.
Phone layout Front View (Open flip top) Side View (Left) Camera/Voice dial button Headphone Jack Earpiece Volume up button Volume down button Side View (Right) Main display Flip top Navigation/ Quicklaunch keys Soft key (right) Soft key (left) Call key On/Off/End call k e y ˘ Alphanumeric keys MiniSD Card Slot ɺɻɼ abc jkl @ ʄʅʆʇ , ̚0ࡻ Microphone
Function keys When the phone is in idle mode, you can press the following function keys to launch some of the most common phone functions.
Multi-color LED indicator The phone comes with a multi-color LED located below the external display. This LED displays the phone, message, or call status in four different color indications. Color Status Purple (flashing) Default (Idle) Red Battery is charging Red (flashing) Battery low warning Green Battery is fully charged Green (flashing) Missed call New SMS/MMS message LED indicator Aside from the four-color LED indicator, seven colors are available for caller identification.
Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card The phone operator provides you with a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card that stores your mobile phone number, phone book entries, SMS/MMS messages, graphics, etc. Install the SIM card before you install the battery. The SIM card usually comes embedded on a plastic card. Read the SIM card documentation before removing the SIM card. Remove any rough edges on the SIM card before you install it to the phone. To install the SIM card: 1. Lift the SIM card case. 2.
To remove or replace a SIM card: 1. If a battery is installed, first remove the it according to the instructions in the battery section which follows. 2. Place your finger on the notched side of the SIM card and push the SIM card and case upwards. 3. Carefully pull the SIM card out from the SIM card slot. Set the SIM card aside. 4. Replace the SIM card according to the instructions in the previous section. • Keep SIM cards out of children’s reach.
Battery A rechargable Lithium-Ion battery powers your mobile phone. The battery is built into the back cover. Make sure that the battery is fully charged before using the phone for the first time. Initial battery charging may take about eight (8) hours. You can charge the battery when the phone is either on or off. A battery icon on the main and external displays indicates the battery power level. Refer to the table below for battery icon indications.
Removing and installing the battery Follow these instructions to install the battery to the mobile phone. To remove the back cover and built-in battery: 1. To remove the back cover, push the back cover latch forward with your thumb (A). A 2. Continue to hold the latch forward and place one finger in the notch under the latch (B). 3. Lift the cover upwards.
To install or replace the battery: 1. Align the notches of the back cover with the notches in the phone. 2. Make sure the cover is aligned correctly, then press downward. The back cover latch snaps into place, securing the cover. These illustrations are for reference only and may not exactly show the actual unit. Colors were used for emphasis.
Charging the battery Make sure that the battery is properly installed before charging. To charge the battery: 1. Connect the charger to a power source. 2 Flip open the I/O connector cover on the side of the phone. 1 3. Connect the power cable plug to the I/O connector. 2 3 Disconnect the charger from the power source and the plug from the mobile phone when charging is complete.
When the phone is on The battery icon on both external and main displays animates to indicate that the battery is charging. It takes about two to three hours to fully charge the battery. A message appears on the display to tell you that the battery is fully charged. The battery icon now shows four green bars. External display Main display Battery is charging Battery is fully charged When the phone is off Both displays show an animated battery icon to indicate the battery is charging.
Signal strength Your phone has an external antenna and signal strength icon in both main and external LCD displays to indicate the signal level. Refer to the table for signal strength indications. Icon Indication No service (dead spot) Poor signal Low signal Fair signal Good signal Strong signal (ideal) Emergency outgoing calls only; No SIM card installed The signal strength depends on your proximity to your phone operator signal station.
Camera Your phone comes with a built-in camera that allows you to capture, edit, and share photos and videos with other mobile phone, PDA, notebook, or PC users. Refer to Chapter 5 “Having fun” for more information.
Switching the phone ON or OFF To turn O N the phone: 1 Open the phone flip top to access the keypad. 2. Press and hold for a few seconds until the display turns on. 3. If you are asked for a Personal Identification Number (PIN) code, key-in the code using the keypad, then press . The main display shows the idle screen. • Some SIM cards come with a default PIN code. Read the SIM card documentation before entering the PIN code. • The phone allows you to enter the PIN code in three attempts.
M303 This chapter provides information on the display layout, screen icons, and basic phone operations so you can start using your mobile phone.
Chapter summary Display layout ................................................................................... 28 Other display modes .................................................................. 29 Indicator icons ................................................................................... 30 Main menu ......................................................................................... 32 Navigating the main menu ......................................................... 33 Sub-menu ...
Adjusting the ring volume .......................................................... 53 Saving a phone number in the phone book ................................ 54 Entering text ..............................................................................
Display layout The phone display area has three parts when in idle mode. Icon/Title bar In i d l e mode, this bar shows the indicator icons. In either m e n uu, s u b - m e n uu, or function modes, this bar shows the name of the currently selected menu, sub-menu, or function. Soft key bar This bar shows the current functions of the left and right soft keys. The functions vary depending on the selected menu.
Other display modes The phone display varies according to menu levels and modes.
Indicator icons The icons that appear on the displays indicate the activated phone features and alert you of an SMS/MMS message or other useful information. The screen displays below show all the icons in the main and external displays. Refer to the table on the next page for icon descriptions.
Icon Description Icon Description Indicates the signal strength level; permanently positioned on the top left corner of both displays. See page 22 for other indications. Indicates the battery level; permanently positioned on the top right corner of both displays.
Main menu The icons in the main menu represents all the functions and features of [ ] your mobile phone. You can open the main menu by pressing when the phone is in idle mode. When selected, the menu icon animates and the screen shows the menu description on the bottom left corner of the display. Refer to the table below for a brief description of the menu icons and the their functions. Icon Description N e t w o r kk.
Navigating the main menu To navigate the main menu: Use the navigation buttons to select a menu icon, then press to display the sub-menu. For example, if you want to select S e t t i n g ss, press (left) once to select, then press . OR Press the corresponding menu icon number in the keypad to launch the menu. For example, if you want to select S e t t i n g ss, press to display the Settings menu. By default, the C a m e r a icon is selected everytime you open the main menu.
Changing initial settings You need to change some initial phone settings such as the date, time, time zone, and greeting text before using the phone. These initial settings are important so you can synchronize the mobile phone and your current location time. Setting the date and time To set the date and time: 1. From the Phone Settings sub-menu, select Date/Time to display the date and time options. 2. Press (up) or (down) to select Set Date/Time Date/Time.
4: M303 This chapter provides information on how to change the phone settings. It tells you how to change or customize your call, display, ring tone, and phone security settings.
Chapter summary Settings ............................................................................................ 68 Phone settings .................................................................................. 69 Security ................................................................................ 70 Shortcuts ................................................................................ 77 LED ................................................................................
Power On Ringtone .................................................................... 98 Power Off Ringtone .................................................................... 98 Keytone ................................................................................ 99 Composer .............................................................................. 100 Ring mode .............................................................................. 103 Volume ..........................................
Settings t i nngg s menu allows you to change and customize most of the The S e ttti phone settings and configuration. Through this menu, you can change the settings for the phone display, ring tone, call features, security, and connectivity. To access the S e t t i n g s menu: 1. Put the phone in idle mode, then press to display the main menu. 2. Use the navigation keys to select the S e t t i n g s icon press to display the S e t t i n g s menu. OR Press to display the S e t t i n g s menu.
Phone Settings You can change the basic phone settings such as the time, date, language, phone security, and other phone configuration using this menu. To access the P h o n e S e t t i n g s menu: t i nngg s menu, use From the S e ttti S e t t i n g ss, then press . (up) or (down) to select P h o n e OR Press to display the C a l e n d a rr. The Phone Settings menu has nine functions that you can select using (up) or (down).
Security The Security menu allows you to activate, deactivate, or change the phone security settings. Menu item Allows you to PIN activate, deactivate, or change your Personal Identification Number (PIN) PIN2 change the second PIN Network Code change the network code Phone Lock Code activate, deactivate, or change the phone lock code DO NOT change the security settings of your phone if not necessary. Keep a record of your PIN, PIN2, and other security codes in a safe place.
Activating your PIN The default PIN and PIN2 codes come with the SIM card package. You must key-in the default codes before you can change them. Refer to the SIM card documentation for information on the PIN codes and PIN Unblocking Keys (PUK). 1 To activate the PIN: 2 1. Highlight P I N from the menu, then press 2. Select A c t i vvaa ttee from the menu, then press 3 (Option). . 3. When prompted, key-in the PIN using the numeric keypad, then press .
Changing the PIN To change the PIN: 1. Highlight P I N from the menu, then press (Option). 2. Select M o d i f y from the menu, then press . 3. When prompted, key-in the current PIN using the numeric keypad, then press . 4. Key-in the new PIN using the numeric keypad, then press (down) to move to the confirmation field. 5. Key-in the new PIN again using the numeric keypad, then press . A Set successfully! message appears on screen to indicate that you have successfully changed the PIN.
Changing the PIN2 To change the PIN2: 1. Highlight P I N 2 from the menu, then press (Modify). 2. When prompted, key-in the current P I N 2 using the numeric keypad, then press . 1 If you are not able to enter the correct PIN in three attempts, the SIM card locks. You need to enter the PIN Unlocking Key 2 (PUK2) to unlock the SIM card. 2 3. Key-in the new PIN2 using the numeric keypad, then press (down) to move to the confirmation field. 4. Key-in the new PIN2 again using the numeric keypad, then press .
Changing the network code The network code is supplied by your phone operator. The network code is required when enabling some call security features such as call barring. To change the network code: 1 1. Highlight Network Code from the menu, then press (Option). 2. Select M o d i f y from the menu, then press . 3. When prompted, key-in the network code provided by your phone operator, then press . 4.
Activating the phone lock code • • • When, you are prompted to enter the code everytime you turn on the phone. You may use a phone lock code of up to eight numeric characters. The default phone lock code is 0000. 1 To activate the phone lock code: 2 1. Highlight Phone Lock Code from the menu, then press . 2. When prompted, key-in the default phone lock code (0000) using the numeric keypad, then press .
Changing the phone lock code To change the phone lock code: 1. Highlight Phone Lock Code from the menu, then press (Options). 2. Select M o d i f y from the menu, then press . 3. When prompted, key-in the current phone lock code using the numeric keypad, then press . 4. Key-in the new phone lock code using the numeric keypad, then (down) to move to the confirmation field. press 5. Key-in the new phone lock code again using the numeric keypad, then press .
Shortcuts The Shortcuts menu allows you to create shortcuts for common phone features and applications. You can quickly launch the Shortcuts menu by pressing when the phone is in idle mode. 1 Creating shortcuts To create a shortcut 1. Select S h o r tc ut from the Phone Settings menu, then press . (Option), then select E d i t 2. Select an (EMPTY) shortcut, press from the menu. 3. Press to display the Shortcut List. The Shortcut List shows all available phone features such as SMS, MMS, Camera, etc. 4.
5. Select a command or function from the list, then press . The Shortcut menu shows the created shortcut. 5 6. Put the phone in idle mode, then press to display the shortcut list. 6 7. Use the keypad to press the number preceding the shortcut to launch the command or (Back) to return to the phone to idle mode. function. Otherwise, press Deleting shortcuts To delete a shortcut: 1. Select S h o r tc u t from the Phone Settings menu, then press . (Option),. 2.
LED This menu allows you to activate the LED for several phone events and status. 1 Activating the LED To activate the LED for phone events or status: 2 1. Select L E D from the Phone Settings menu, then press . The display shows the available phone events or status. 2. Highlight an item, then press to activate the LED on the specified event or status. A check appears on the box preceding the event or function. 3. The LED is now activated for the phone event or status.
My Phone Number This menu allows you to save and easily retrieve your mobile phone numbers. To add a phone number: 1. Select M y P h o n e N u m b e r from the Phone Settings menu, then press . (Option), 2. Press select A d d from the menu, then press . 1 3. Key-in the contact name using the keypad, then press . 5. Press 80 3 2 4. Key-in the contact number using the keypad, then press . The screen displays the contact name in the list. (Back) to return to the previous menu.
Factory Settings The Factory Settings menu allows you to reset the device and revert all settings to their default values. Reverting the phone to factory settings erases all previously saved data in the phone memory and resets all customized settings such as display, ring tone, and manners. Back up all your contact information to the SIM card or to your PC (using PC transmit) before your revert to the factory settings. 1 Restoring the default settings To restore the default (factory) settings: 1.
Firmware Version To view the phone firmware version: 1. Highlight Firmware Version from the Phone Settings menu to show the firmware version on top of the soft key bar. 2. Press 82 (Back) to return to the previous menu.
Display settings The Display Settings menu allows you to change various display properties including the theme, wallpaper, animation, backlight, brightness, and display elements. To access the D i s p l a y S e t t i n g s menu: From the Settings menu, use S e t t i n g ss, then press . (up) or (down) to select D i s p l a y OR Press to display the Display Settings menu. The Display Settings has ten functions that you can select using (up) or (down).
Brightness The Brightness menu allows you to adjust the main display brightness level. The display brightness is set to 80% by default. Adjusting the display brightness To adjust the display brightness: 1. Select Brightness from the Display Settings menu, then press . (left) to decrease, or (right) to increase the 2. Press brightness. Compare the screens below for reference. (Back) to return to the D i s p l a y 3. When finished, press Settings menu.
Sleep Timer The sleep timer allows you to specify a time before the main and external display turns off. Setting a shorter sleep timer saves battery power. To set the sleep timer: 1. Select the Sleep Timer item from the Display Settings menu, then press . 1 2. From the Sleep Timer options, highlight the desired time before the main and external display turns off, then press to select. 3. Press (Back) to return to the Display Settings menu.
Ringtone The R i n g t o n e menu allows you to select, change, adjust, and compose the phone ring tone To access the R i n g t o n e menu: From the Settings menu, use R i n g t o n ee, then press . (up) or (down) to select OR Press to display the R i n g t o n e menu. The R i n g t o n e has eight options that you can select using (down).
Incoming The phone comes with 20 pre-installed polyphonic ring tones that you can select using the I n c o m i n g menu. To set the incoming ring tone: 1 1. Select I n c o m i n g from the R i n g t o n e menu, then press 2. Highlight a ring tone to play using to select. press (up) or . (down), then You may assign a different incoming ring tone for a particular phone number. See Chapter 5 “Managing your phone book” for details. 2 3.
Power On Ringtone The Power On Ringtone menu allows you to select the tone played everytime you turn on the phone. To set the power on ring tone: 1. Select Power On Ringtone from the Ringtone menu, then press . 2. Highlight a ring tone to play using (up) or (down), then press to select. 3. Click (Back) to return to the R i n g t o n e menu. Power Off Ringtone The Power Off Ringtone menu allows you to select the tone played everytime you turn off the phone. To set the power off ring tone: 1.
