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Understanding Your Phone 18
Your Phone’s Modes
Lock Modes
Phone Lock
When the phone is in Phone Lock mode, restrictions are placed on phone use. You
can receive calls and messages, but cannot place outgoing calls (except for
emergency numbers) until you unlock the phone. Phone Lock mode also restricts
access to menus and the volume key. Unlock your phone by entering the lock code
when prompted. (See “Lock Phone” on page 137. for more information.)
Standby Mode
Standby mode is the state of the phone once it has found service and is idle. The
phone goes into standby mode:
• After you power the phone on.
• When you press after a call or from within a menu.
In standby mode, you will see the time, day, and date as well as all active phone
status icons.
1. While in standby mode, enter a phone number, and press to place a
call.
2. Press to end the call and return to standby mode.
Receive Messages in Standby Mode
You can receive messages in standby mode. An alert tone sounds and a notification
message appears in the display when a new message arrives. The following options
also appear in the display:
• View Now
• View Later
Use the Navigation key to highlight the desired option and press the key.
Talk Mode
You can place and receive calls only when your phone is on. While in a call your
phone is in Talk mode. Press the Options (right) soft key ( ) to display a list of
menu options. See “The In-Use Options” on page 34. for more information.
Speakerphone Mode
While in standby mode or Talk mode, press and hold the Speakerphone key ( ) to
switch from using the earpiece to the speakerphone (speakerphone option) and back
to using the earpiece. Use the volume keys — located on the left side of your phone
— to adjust the volume.