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54 Using Phone Features
3.1 Using the Phone
Like a standard mobile phone, you can use your device to make, receive,
and keep track of calls and send messages. You can also dial directly
from Contacts, and easily copy phonebook entries from your SIM card to
Contacts on your device.
The Phone screen
From the Phone screen, you can access Call History, Speed Dial, and Phone
settings. To open the Phone screen, tap Start > Phone.
Tip With the hardware keyboard connected to your device and while in the Today
screen, tap any alphanumeric key on the hardware keyboard to open the Phone
screen and begin dialing the phone number of the person you want to call.
Enter your PIN
Most SIM cards are preset with a PIN (personal identification number) that is
provided by your wireless service provider.
1.
Enter the preset PIN assigned by your wireless service provider.
2.
Tap Enter.
Note If you entered the wrong PIN three times, the SIM card will be blocked. If this
happens, you can unblock it with the PUK (PIN Unblocking Key) obtained
from your wireless service provider.
Turn the phone function on and off
In many countries, you are required by law to turn off the phone while on
board an aircraft.
To enable or disable the phone function
1. Tap Start > Settings > Connections tab > Comm Manager.
2.
On the Comm Manager screen, tap the Phone button ( ) to
enable or disable the phone function.