HUAWEI ASCEND M860 Smart Phone FAQs
HUAWEI ASCEND M860 Smart Phone V100R001

Issue Date

01 2010-09-27
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Issue 01 (2010-09-27)

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HUAWEI ASCEND M860 Smart Phone V100R001 HUAWEI ASCEND M860 Smart Phone FAQs

Contents

1 Basic Functions....6
1.1 Navigation Function.... 6 1.2 How do I turn on the screen?.... 9 1.3 How do I unlock the screen?... 9 1.4 Input Method.... 9 1.4.1 How to switch the input method.... 9 1.4.2 How come I cannot use other input methods that I have installed sucessfully?. 10 1.5 How to forward and delete an SMS.... 10 1.5.1 Forwarding and deleting an SMS... 10 1.5.2 Automatically deleting a message.... 10 1.5.3 Creating an MMS....11 1.6 Does the phone support large SMS messages?... 12 1.7 Can I set the phone to power on or off automatically?.. 12 1.8 Possible reasons for your phone running slowly... 12 1.9 Why is the touch screen not working?... 13 1.10 The other party has indicated that the volume of my voice is fluctuating. What is causing this? 13 1.11 Why can the other party not hear my voice when I am using the headset?.. 13 1.12.1 Using the TTY Device.... 14 1.12.2 Setting the TTY Mode.... 14 1.13 How do I switch to HAC mode?.... 14

2 Common Settings....15

2.1 Ringtone Settings..... 15 2.1.1 How do I set a provided ringtone as the incoming call ringtone?.. 15 2.1.2 How do I set my own music as the incoming call ringtone?.. 15 2.1.3 How do I set the message ringtone?... 16 2.2 Picture Lock.... 17 2.2.1 How to set the picture lock.... 17 2.2.2 Will the phone be deadlocked if I enter the wrong picture lock sequence a few times?. 18 2.2.3 What do I do if I forget the lock pattern?... 18

3 Network....19

3.1 What do I do if my Bluetooth device cannot be discovered by another device?.. 19
1.12 How to use TTY Operation

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HUAWEI ASCEND M860 Smart Phone V100R001 HUAWEI ASCEND M860 Smart Phone FAQs 3.2 How do I enable Airplane mode?.... 20 3.3 How do I connect to the internet via Wi-Fi?... 21 3.4 Will my Wi-Fi connection be automatically disconnected?.. 22 3.5 How do I reduce traffic when roaming?... 23 3.6 Tips for Saving Network Traffic.... 24

4 Applications....25

4.1 What third party application formats does the Android Phone support?.. 25 4.2 How do I obtain third party applications?.... 25 4.3 How do I install, uninstall, and manage applications?.. 25 4.4 Possible causes for installation failure of applications.. 26
5 Data Backup and Recovery...27
5.1 How do I backup and restore my contact list?... 27 5.1.1 How do I backup the contact list to my SD card?... 27 5.1.2 How do I restore the contact list backed up on my SD card?.. 28 5.2 How do I back up my contact list using Gmail?.... 28

6 Upgrade....30

6.1 How do I check the current software version?... 30 6.2 How do I perform a manual upgrade?... 31 6.2.1 Downloading the Upgrade Package... 31 6.2.2 Preparing for the Upgrade.... 31 6.2.3 Upgrading the Software through the microSD Card.. 31 6.3 How do I perform the online upgrade?... 32 6.4 What is the cause for upgrade failure?... 32 6.5 How do I perform a Force Upgrade?.... 33 6.5.1 Downloading the Upgrade Package... 33 6.5.2 Preparing for the Upgrade.... 33 6.5.3 Upgrading the Software through the microSD Card.. 33
7 Connecting to a PC...34
7.1 How do I install the ADB driver?.... 34
8 Tips for Commonly Used Functions...37
8.1 How do I use my phone as a flash drive?... 37 8.2 Why can my phone not be used as a storage disk?... 38 8.3 How Do I view the memory status of the phone or the microSD card?... 38 8.4 What do I do if my phone is behaving abnormally?... 39 8.5 How do I easily add a shortcut icon to the Home Screen?.. 39 8.6 How do I quickly set the phone to silent or vibrate mode?.. 40 8.7 How do I use one button to mute an incoming call?... 40 8.8 Energy Saving Tips.... 40 8.9 Does the gravity sensor function support clockwise rotation?.. 41 8.10 What do I do if I cannot recharge the phone?... 41

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HUAWEI ASCEND M860 Smart Phone V100R001 HUAWEI ASCEND M860 Smart Phone FAQs 8.11 Huawei's Official Website and Forum... 41

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1.1 Navigation Function

Basic Functions

The user must activate the phone before it can be used; otherwise, the wireless network cannot be used. The navigators role is to guide the user on how make basic settings for commonly used functions, and to familiarize them with the phone. The Navigator has the following main components: Step 1 Language Selection. The user can set the phone to the language they are familiar with, or set it to the local language.
Step 2 How to use the Keyboard. The phones default input method is Swype, but the user can touch and hold the text input window to change it.

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Step 3 Logging-in or creating Google and Email accounts.
If the user creates an account, they can use this account to retrieve a forgotten graphic lock password.
Step 4 Setting the Data service switch. This switch is on by default, which permits the use of the data services. This switch can be manually turned off. After it is turned off, the user cannot use data services such as; accessing the internet, using the Market, and sending and receiving MMS and Email messages.

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Step 5 Location Consent. By checking the box, the user is allowing the network to locate the position of the phone. If left unchecked, this function will not be authorized.
Step 6 Setting the Time Format. Choose the time format that you desire, such as; 12 hour or 24 hour. The user can also select the desired date format, such as; mm/dd/yyyy, dd/mm/yyyy, or yyyy/mm/dd.

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1.2 How do I turn on the screen?
The user can press the Menu, Back, or Power buttons, to turn on the screen. The following will cause the screen to automatically turn on:
receiving a new Email message receiving an SMS receiving a new Bluetooth file transfer plugging in the charger alarm calendar reminder
1.3 How do I unlock the screen?
Unlocking Methods Slide to unlock
Press the Menu button twice

1.4 Input Method

1.4.1 How to switch the input method
Select the text input interface. Touch and hold the text box, when the cursor is in it. This will cause a window to pop up. Select Input method, and then choose the input method you desire.

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1.4.2 How come I cannot use other input methods that I have installed sucessfully?
After you have installed an input method, it has to be enabled before it can be used. Touch: Settings Language & keyboard , and then select the input method that you have installed.
1.5 How to forward and delete an SMS
1.5.1 Forwarding and deleting an SMS
Enter the SMS interface, and choose the SMS that you want to forward or delete. Touch and hold it to bring up a prompt window, and then choose Forward or Delete message.

1.5.2 Automatically deleting a message
If the message limit is set to 100; then when the 101st message is received, message number 1 will be deleted.

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To configure these settings, take the following steps: Enter the Messaging interface, Press the Menu button, touch Settings, and then select Delete old messages. After that, you can set the text message limit and MMS limit by touching the Text message limit and/or Multimedia message limit button located below Delete old messages.

1.5.3 Creating an MMS

In the edit message interface, press the Menu button, then touch Add subject.
In the File Manager, select the desired multi-media. Touch and hold it to bring up a window, and then select Share->Messaging.

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1.6 Does the phone support large SMS messages?
1.7 Can I set the phone to power on or off automatically?
1.8 Possible reasons for your phone running slowly
Your phone may be running slowly because of the following reasons: Many applications have been installed Many applications are running in the background

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1.9 Why is the touch screen not working?
The touch screen may not be working due to the following reasons: You have upgraded the wrong software version. There is water on the screen There is a problem with the touch screen hardware
1.10 The other party has indicated that the volume of my voice is fluctuating. What is causing this?
Possible causes: You have pressed the volume buttons by mistake Your hand is blocking the microphone, causing its volume to be unstable.
Be careful that you do not block the microphone with your hand during a call. Otherwise, it will create a rough sound.
1.11 Why can the other party not hear my voice when I am using the headset?
If you speak and the other party cannot hear you, then this may be because your headset is not standard. Please use the headset included in your package.

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1.12 How to use TTY Operation

1.12.1 Using the TTY Device
The Teletypewriter (TTY) is a typewriting device. By connecting the phone to the TTY device, you can use the TTY functions to send/receive messages. When you use the TTY function, do as follows: Step 1 Connect the TTY device to the headset jack of the phone and set the phone to the TTY mode. Step 2 Make or answer calls as normal. Step 3 When the call is put through, use the TTY device to send or receive the letters. Step 4 Press the button to end the call.
1.12.2 Setting the TTY Mode
Step 1 Touch Main Menu > Settings > Call settings > TTY mode. Step 2 Select one TTY mode. TTY Off: The standard voice speaking mode and the listening mode. TTY Full: Transmit and receive the TTY characters. TTY HCO: Transmit TTY characters, but receive by using the earpiece. TTY VCO: Receive TTY characters, but transmit by using the microphone.
1.13 How do I switch to HAC mode?
Touch Main Menu > Settings > Call settings > Hearing aids to set your phone to be compatible with a hearing aid.

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2.1 Ringtone Settings
From the main Menu, touch:

Common Settings

2.1.1 How do I set a provided ringtone as the incoming call ringtone?
Settings Sound & display Phone ringtone
2.1.2 How do I set my own music as the incoming call ringtone?
From File Manager, touch and hold any song that you wish, then touch Set as phone ringtone

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From Music, touch and hold any song that you wish, then touch Use as phone ringtone
While playing a song, press the Menu button, then touch Use as ringtone
2.1.3 How do I set the message ringtone?
Note: the user cannot use their own song as a message ringtone, and can only use a factory ringtone. For this setting, first go to the Main Menu and touch Messaging. Then, push the Menu button, and touch Settings->Select ringtone.

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2.2 Picture Lock
2.2.1 How to set the picture lock
Go to: Main Menu Settings Location & security Set unlock pattern , then follow the instructions.

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2.2.2 Will the phone be deadlocked if I enter the wrong picture lock sequence a few times?
No. If you enter the wrong sequence 5 times, there will be a prompt. You can try again 30 seconds later.
2.2.3 What do I do if I forget the lock pattern?
If you have already created a Google account:
After you have entered the wrong sequence 5 times, a Forgot pattern button will appear. Touch this button to enter the Google account interface. After you have entered your Google account password, you will be able to reset the unlock pattern.

After you have entered the wrong pattern 20 times, you will be taken directly to the Google account interface. After you have entered your Google account password, you will be able to reset the unlock pattern.
If you have not created a Google account:
You can continue to try entering a pattern, and can only unlock the phone when the correct one is entered.

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If you forgot the lock pattern, and cannot enter the phone system, you are only able to perform a force upgrade to restore the phone. Doing this, you will not be able to recover important data. If your phone is lost, and someone performs a force upgrade, they will not be able to find any important data. Please refer to 6.5 for the force upgrade method. Use the following path to obtain the latest software: http://www.huaweidevice.com/community/forum.jspa?forumID=143&orderStr=9)
Possible causes: Bluetooth is not enabled

Network

3.1 What do I do if my Bluetooth device cannot be discovered by another device?
Go to: Main Menu Settings Wireless & networks , then select Bluetooth
Bluetooth is enabled, but is in Hidden mode Solution: Go to: Main Menu Settings Wireless & networks Bluetooth settings Discoverable , then select Always discoverable

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Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are searching at the same time If Wi-Fi is searching, then it may affect the Bluetooth search, because they share the same antenna. When you discover that Bluetooth cannot find the target device, even though Bluetooth is enabled, it is suggested then you disable Wi-Fi first.
3.2 How do I enable Airplane mode?
Solution: Go to: Main Menu Settings->Wireless & networks->Airplane mode. If the Airplane mode is enabled, an airplane icon will appear in the information bar.
Set using the Power button. Touch and hold the Power button to bring up the Airplane mode menu. Touch to enable or disable the Airplane mode.
If you enable the Airplane mode, all wireless signals will be automatically disabled, such as; the phone transmitter, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi. If Bluetooth and Wi-Fi were enabled before you enabled the Airplane mode, then they will automatically return to that state, once the Airplane mode is disabled.

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3.3 How do I connect to the internet via Wi-Fi?
Under the condition that both Wi-Fi and the wireless network can be used, you phone will use Wi-Fi to connect to the network. When a Wi-Fi connection is established, an icon will appear in the notification bar. When the Wi-Fi network cannot work properly, your phone will use the wireless network to establish a connection. Step 1 Touch: Settings->Wireless & networks, and then select Wi-Fi.

Step 2 Touch: Settings->Wireless & networks > Wi-Fi settings, and then select Network notification. If there is an available Wi-Fi connection nearby, an icon will appear in the notification bar.
Step 3 Slide down the notification bar and touch the notification, then all available WLANs will be visible.

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Step 4 Choose one of the WLANs that you would like to connect to, and then touch Connect. Step 5 At this time, you can use the WLANs to surf the internet.
When using Wi-Fi, the user can set the static IP address. You can set the static IP address by doing the following: In the Wi-Fi settings interface, press the Menu button, select Advanced, and then set the IP address under IP settings.
3.4 Will my Wi-Fi connection be automatically disconnected?
By default, the Wi-Fi connection will be disconnected 15 minutes after the screen is extinguished, in order to conserve energy. The user can change the Wi-Fi sleep policy settings by going to: Wi-Fi settings, then pressing the Menu button. From there, touch: Advanced->Wi-Fi sleep policy.

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When users download large files, it is recommended that the sleep mode is set to Never.
3.5 How do I reduce traffic when roaming?
Go to: Settings > Wireless & networks > Mobile networks, and then deselect Data roaming.
Go to: Settings > Wireless & networks > Mobile networks, and then deselect Enable always-on mobile data.

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In the message list interface, press the Menu button, touch Settings, and then deselect Roaming auto-retrieve.
3.6 Tips for Saving Network Traffic
When not using the data service, disable it. If you are in an area where Wi-Fi is available, disable the data service. When the data service is enabled, deselect Enable always-on mobile data. Please refer to 3.5 Go to: Main Menu Settings Accounts & sync, and then deselect Background data/Auto-sync.

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Java applications are not supported

Applications

4.1 What third party application formats does the Android Phone support?
All APK applications of the Android platform can be installed
4.2 How do I obtain third party applications?
Third party applications can be downloaded by logging-on to the Google Market.
4.3 How do I install, uninstall, and manage applications?

Install: Step 1 Prerequisite. Go to: Main Menu Settings Applications , then select Unknown sources
Step 2 Click install directly from the Market, or go to the File Manager and find an already existing application, then click install.

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Uninstall: Go to: Main Menu Settings Applications Manage applications, click on the application that you want to delete, then click Uninstall.
4.4 Possible causes for installation failure of applications
The APK itself is defective The application already exists in the system, please uninstall the application. The system does not have enough space

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Data Backup and Recovery
5.1 How do I backup and restore my contact list?
5.1.1 How do I backup the contact list to my SD card?
Go to: Main Menu Contacts. Press the Menu button, then touch: More->Manage contacts Backup to SD card. All your contacts will be saved to your SD cards root directory as a.vcf file, and the file will be automatically named.

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5.1.2 How do I restore the contact list backed up on my SD card?
Go to the SD card root folder, in the file manager, and touch the already saved.vcf file. After that, a prompt window will appear, asking you whether or not you want to restore the content of the file to Contacts. Go to: Contacts, press the Menu button, select More Manage contacts Restore from SD card , and then select restore.vcf file. After you confirm, the contact list will automatically be restored to Contacts.
5.2 How do I back up my contact list using Gmail?
Step 1 You must log-in to your Google account. If you have already done so, then you do not need to do it again. When you are using Gmail to backup your contact list, you must log-in to your Google account. While in the idling state, select Settings->Accounts & sync->Add account.

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Step 2 Synching the Contact List Manual Sync process. Go to: Settings->Accounts & sync, press the Menu button, and then touch Sync now.

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Use the following method:

Upgrade

6.1 How do I check the current software version?
While in the idling state, select Settings->About phone->Device info->Version and date, to check the current software version.

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6.2 How do I perform a manual upgrade?
Before upgrading the software on your mobile phone, ensure that your mobile phone is fully charged and the upgrade version is correct. Back up important information such as the contacts, email messages, files, and other messages saved to your mobile phone.
6.2.1 Downloading the Upgrade Package

You can download the software upgrade files from the following websites: http://www.huaweidevice.com/worldwide/technicaIndex.do
6.2.2 Preparing for the Upgrade
Step 1 Download the upgrade file from the appropriate websites. Step 2 The file you download will be compressed. Use the unzip software on your PC to decompress the upgrade package. The upgrade package has a folder structure be careful you do not change it. This folder is called dload do not rename it, either. Step 3 Use the USB cable to connect your mobile phone to your PC. Step 4 Copy the folder structure to the main directory (root directory) of your microSD card. Step 5 After you have copied the file to the microSD card, disable the USB mass storage feature.
6.2.3 Upgrading the Software through the microSD Card
After copying the update files to the microSD card, do the following: Step 1 On the Settings screen, touch SD card & phone storage > Software Upgrade > SD card Upgrade. Step 2 Before the upgrade, the system of your mobile phone automatically checks the battery level and the upgrade version. If the version you have downloaded does not meet the upgrade requirements, the upgrade will not work.

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Step 3 When the next message appears, touch Confirm. Step 4 Touch Upgrade. Step 5 Your mobile phone restarts and the upgrade screen is displayed. Step 6 After the upgrade is complete, your mobile phone automatically restarts and will switch on again. Step 7 Touch About phone > Build number to view the version information.
6.3 How do I perform the online upgrade?
Step 1 Backup Information if you need to backup your contact list to the SD card, or use Google to sync it, please refer to chapter 5. You can download My Backup from the Market, to backup other information. Step 2 Upgrade The system will automatically check for the latest software version. When a new version appears, and the user has not upgraded after 30 days, this system will notify the user to upgrade. The user can manually check to see if they have the latest software version.
Go to: Settings->About phone->Online Update, and then choose the relevant version. Make sure that you have a smooth network connection while upgrading.
Step 3 Information Restore Restore the information that you have already backed up.
You must have an SD card, otherwise, the upgrade will fail. Backup your information.
The upgrade package is rather large, and using Wi-Fi is suggested. Make sure that the Wi-Fi sleep policy is set to Never.

6.4 What is the cause for upgrade failure?
Possible Causes There was a power loss, or the SD card was removed. While performing the upgrade from the SD card, the upgrade file was saved to the wrong place. The file must be under the dload directory. Incorrect version. You must use the correct version for the M860.

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You can use the Force Upgrade to perform a reset, after the upgrade has failed. Please refer to chapter 6.5
6.5 How do I perform a Force Upgrade?
6.5.1 Downloading the Upgrade Package
You can download the software upgrade files from the following website: http://www.huaweidevice.com/worldwide/technicaIndex.do
6.5.2 Preparing for the Upgrade
6.5.3 Upgrading the Software through the microSD Card
After copying the update files to the microSD card, do the following: Step 1 While the phone is powered off, press the Volume up, End, and Power buttons at the same time. The upgrade interface will then appear. Step 2 After upgrade success, remove the battery for 3 seconds, and then restart the phone. Wait for the system to start up and enter the idle state. Now the upgrade is complete.

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Connecting to a PC
7.1 How do I install the ADB driver?
When the phone is connected to the PC through data cable, the PC will display a prompt window. Follow the guide to install the ADB driver.

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If the PC doesn't produce a prompt window after the phone is connected to it, you can click on the new driver to start the installation process.

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Tips for Commonly Used Functions
8.1 How do I use my phone as a flash drive?
Step 1 Use the data cable to connect the phone to a PC Step 2 The phone will automatically appear as a CD Step 3 Go to My Computer Step 4 Double click on the CD icon named Huawei Ascend M860
Step 5 Choose File Transfer

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8.2 Why can my phone not be used as a storage disk?
If there is no SD card inserted into the phone, then it can not be used as a storage disk.
8.3 How Do I view the memory status of the phone or the microSD card?
Go to: Main Menu, Settings->SD card & phone storage The SD card section shows the SD cards storage condition.
Internal SD card: The phones internal storage space. It is used for storing pictures, sound recordings, and videos when there is no SD card inserted. You can use the File Manager to view the files stored in this space.

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Internal phone storage: This indicates the space in the phones system, which is used for storing installed applications.
8.4 What do I do if my phone is behaving abnormally?
Record the problem that emerged, and the steps you took, and then report it to the service center. If you have waited for a few minutes, and the phone still has not restarted, remove and re-insert the battery, and then restart the phone.
8.5 How do I easily add a shortcut icon to the Home Screen?
From the Main Menu, touch and hold an application icon, you will return to the Home Screen. Continue to hold the icon, drag it to wherever you want to place it, and then release.

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Touch and hold an empty place on the Home Screen, and then the Add to Home Screen window will appear. You can choose from Shortcuts, Android widgets, Huawei widgets, Folders, or Wallpapers.
8.6 How do I quickly set the phone to silent or vibrate mode?
From the Home Screen or main menu screen (or any other interface, excluding media players), press and hold the volume down button. The silent mode is directly before the vibrate mode.
8.7 How do I use one button to mute an incoming call?
When you are receiving a call, you can press the Volume button (up or down), to mute the call.
It is easy to miss the call by pressing the mute button by accident.

8.8 Energy Saving Tips

When you are not using the phone, press the Power button to turn off the screen. Go to: Main Menu Settings Sound & display Screen timeout Go to: Main Menu Settings Sound & display Brightness Shut off Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. Go to: Main Menu Settings Wireless & networks , and then deselect the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth box.

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Shut of the background data sync. Go to: Main Menu Settings Accounts & sync , and then deselect the Background data/Auto-sync box. Shut off the data service. Go to: Main Menu Settings Wireless & networks Mobile networks , and then deselect the Data Service box. Go to: Main Menu Settings Location & security , and then deselect the Use GPS satellites box.
8.9 Does the gravity sensor function support clockwise rotation?
No The gravity sensor function only supports counter-clockwise rotation. Some applications do not support the gravity sensor function
8.10 What do I do if I cannot recharge the phone?
The reason is that the battery is too low. Even if the charger is plugged in, the screen will not illuminate, but the charging process has begun. Let the phone charge for a while. Remove the battery, and then plug in the charger. After the screen is lit, re-insert the battery.

8.11 Huawei's Official Website and Forum
Official Website: www.huaweidevice.com/cn/ Technology Forum: www.huaweidevice.com/community/forum.jspa?forumID=143&orderStr=9 Developer Technology Forum http://developer.huaweidevice.com/ Software Download Center http://www.huaweidevice.com/cn/technicaIndex.do Huawei APP Website: http://app.huaweidevice.com/ Application Developer Email App@huawei.com Tech Support Service Email Mobile@huawei.com

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2.7.3 Removing the microSD
1. 2. 3. Touch > Settings.
Scroll down the screen, and then touch SD card & phone storage > Unmount SD card. Remove the microSD card carefully.

3 Calling

To place a phone call, you can dial a number or touch a number in your contacts list, on a Web page, or from a document that contains a phone number. When you are on a call, you can either answer incoming calls or send them to your voicemail box. You can also set up conference calls with several participants.

3.1 Making a Call

To make a call, you can use the Dialer application, or select a number from Contacts or Call log. When you are on a call, you can press to return to the Home screen and use other functions. To return to the calling screen, flick the notification bar down and touch Current call. Note: Do not block the microphone at the bottom of your phone if you want your voice heard.
3.1.1 Making a Call with the Dialer
1. 2. Touch > Dialer to display the dialer.
If you are already working with Contacts or Call log, touch the Dialer tab. Touch the appropriate numeric keys to enter the phone number. Tip: Your mobile phone supports the SmartDial function, that is, when you touch numbers on the dialer, the phone automatically searches among your contacts and lists the matching results based on the accuracy. If no contact is matched with your entered information, the phone will not display any result. 3. Press or touch to initiate the call.
During a call, flick up the Dialpad tab to enter other numbers on the dialpad.

Dialing Panel

987-654-3

987654321

GHI PQRS
2 ABC 3 DEF 5 JKL 6 MNO 8 TUV 9 WXYZ
Touch to switch between Dialer, Call log, Contacts, Favorites and Groups. Displays the number you enter. Touch to enter the number. Touch to make a voicemail. Touch to dial a number. Touch to erase each subsequent digit of a number. Touch and hold to erase the entire number. Touch and hold to enter +. Touch to display all the matching contacts.
3.1.2 Making a Call from Contacts
1. 2. 3. Touch > Contacts to display the contact list.
If you are already working with Dialer or Call log, touch the Contacts tab. In the list, touch the contact you want to call. Touch to dial the phone number.

3.4 Using Call log

The Call log contains a list of calls that you have dialed, received, or missed. You can use the call log to quickly find a recently called number or add an incoming number to your contact list.
3.4.1 Adding an entry to Contacts
1. 2. 3. 4. Touch > Call log to display the call log.
Touch and hold the entry you want to add. Touch Add to contacts in the options menu. Touch Create new contact or scroll through the contact list and touch an existing contact name.
3.5 Using the Airplane Mode
Some locations may require you to turn off your phones wireless connections. Rather than powering off your phone, you can place it in Airplane mode. 1. 2. Press and hold.
Touch Airplane mode in the options menu.

3.6 TTY Operation

3.6.1 Using the TTY Device
The Teletypewriter (TTY) is a typewriting device. By connecting the phone to the TTY device, you can use the TTY functions to send/receive messages. When you use the TTY function, do as follows: 1. Connect the TTY device to the headset jack of the phone and set the phone to the TTY mode. 2. 3. 4. Make or answer calls as normal. When the call is put through, use the TTY device to send or receive the letters. Press the to end the call.
3.6.2 Setting the TTY Mode
1. 2. touch > Settings > Call settings > TTY mode.
Select one TTY mode. TTY Off: The standard voice speaking mode and the listening mode. TTY Full: Transmit and receive the TTY characters. TTY HCO: Transmit TTY characters but receive by listening to the earpiece. TTY VCO: Receive TTY characters but transmit by speaking into the microphone.
3.7 Setting Hearing Aid Compatibility
Touch > Settings > Call settings > Hearing aids to set your phone to be compatible with a hearing aid.

4 Contacts

The Contacts application enables you to save and manage information such as phone numbers and addresses of your contacts. After you save the contact information on your mobile phone, it gives you an easy access to the people with whom you want to communicate.
4.1 Opening the Contacts Application
If you have a new mobile phone and have not yet added any contacts,Contacts displays a message with hints on how to start adding contacts to your mobile phone. Touch Press > Contacts. , and then touch the Contacts tab.
All of your contacts are displayed alphabetically in a scrolling list. Each contact is followed by the phone number that you have specified as the person's default phone number.

Windows: Touch to go to the web preview screen. You can switch to another web page or open a new web page on this screen. Refresh: Touch to refresh the current page. Forward: Touch to browse the next web page. More: Touch to open other menus and perform operations such as searching, selecting text, downloading, or setting options.

7.3.2 Opening a Web Page

1. 2. 3. In a browser window, touch the URL field at the top of the screen. Use the keyboard to enter the web page address. As you enter the address, matching web page addresses will appear on the screen. If you see the address you want, touch it and go directly to that web page or complete entering the address of the web page you want. Touch Go.
7.3.3 Setting a Home Page
1. 2. 3. In a browser window, press MENU. Touch More > Settings > Set home page. Enter the address of the desired home page, and then touch OK.

7.3.4 Managing Bookmarks

You can store as many bookmarks as you want on your mobile phone. Adding a Bookmark 1. 2. 3. In a browser screen, go to the web page you want to save as a bookmark. Press MENU , and then touch Bookmarks > Add. The add bookmark screen opens. Edit the bookmark name as needed and then touch OK.
Opening a Bookmark 1. In a browser window, press MENU , and then touch Bookmarks. On the Bookmarks screen, touch the History tab to view the pages you have visited. Or touch the Most visited tab to view the pages you have visited most frequently. 2. Touch the bookmark of the website you want to open.
7.3.5 Customizing the Browser Settings
Customize the browser to suit your browsing style. Use Browser to set page content, privacy, and security preferences. In the browser screen, press MENU , and then touch More > Settings.

7.4 Bluetooth

Your mobile phone has Bluetooth, which allows you to create a wireless connection with other Bluetooth devices so you can share files with your friends, talk hands-free with a Bluetooth headset. If you are using Bluetooth, remember to stay within 10 meters (33 feet) of other Bluetooth devices. Be aware that obstacles like walls or other electronic equipment may interfere with your Bluetooth connection.
7.4.1 Turning On Bluetooth
Touch Wireless & networks, and then select the Bluetooth check box to turn on Bluetooth. When Bluetooth is turned on, the Bluetooth icon appears in the notification bar. Touch Bluetooth settings, and then select the Discoverable to make your mobile phone visible to other Bluetooth devices.

7.4.2 Pairing and Connecting a Bluetooth Device
Your mobile Bluetooth lets you do the following: Hands Free Profile (HFP): allows you to use a hands-free Bluetooth device. Headset Profile (HSP): allows you to use a mono Bluetooth headset. Object Push Profile (OPP): allows you to transfer files through Bluetooth. Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP): allows you to use a stereo Bluetooth headset. A/V Remote Control Profile (AVRCP): allows you to control what plays through the Bluetooth headset remotely. Before you use Bluetooth, you need to pair your mobile phone with another Bluetooth device as follows: 1. Ensure that the Bluetooth function on your mobile phone is enabled. 2. Touch > Settings > Wireless & networks > Bluetooth settings. Your mobile phone will
then scan for Bluetooth devices in range (or touch MENU > Scan for devices to scan for Bluetooth devices). 3. 4. Touch the device you want to pair with your mobile phone. Enter the pairing password to complete the connection.
7.4.3 Sending Files via Bluetooth
With Bluetooth, you can share pictures, videos, or music files with your family and friends. To send files via Bluetooth, do as follows: 1. 2. 3. Touch > File Manager to open the file manager.
Touch and hold the file to be sent. The active options menu is displayed. Touch Share, and then touch Bluetooth to select a paired device.
7.4.4 Disconnecting or Unpairing a Bluetooth Device
1. 2. 3. Touch > Settings > Wireless & networks > Bluetooth settings.
Navigate to the Bluetooth devices section, and then touch and hold the connected device. You can also just touch a connected device to disconnect it. Touch Disconnect or Unpair to disconnect the device.

8 Entertainment

In addition to being a communication device and personal assistant, your mobile phone also provides you with a multitude of entertainment possibilities. You can take photos, create videos and audio clips, and download and listen to music.
8.1 Taking Photos and Recording Videos
The camera is a combination of camera and camcorder that you can use to shoot and share pictures and videos.
8.1.1 Opening Your Camera
Touch > Camera to open the camera. The camera opens in landscape mode, ready to take a picture or shoot a video. Press on the picture capture screen to close the camera.

Capture Screen

On the capture screen, touch the screen to show the zoom in or out controls. Touch to open the settings panel. Touch to zoom in or out. Thumbnail of last photo. Touch to preview the photos or videos. Drag up to shoot videos (camcorder mode), drag down to take photos (camera mode).

8.3.1 Copying Music to the microSD Card
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Connect the phone to your computer with a USB cable and mount the microSD card. On the PC, navigate to the USB drive and open it. Create a folder in the root directory of the microSD card (for example, Music). Copy the music from your computer to the folder you have created. After copying music, unmount or eject the drive as required by your PCs operating system to safely remove the mobile phone. Disconnect the mobile phone from the PC.
8.3.2 Opening the Media Library
Touch > Music to display the media library.
The Music application organizes your music files by storage location. It contains four tabs: Artists, Albums, Songs and Playlists.

8.3.3 Playing Music

1. 2. Touch a category on the music library screen. Touch the song you want to play. Tip: When you are listening to music, touch , to use another application. Your music continues to play. To return to the music controls, open the notification panel and then touch the song.

Music Player Screen

Touch and hold to search for information. Touch to control the music. Touch to set the repeat mode. Touch to turn the shuffle on or off. Touch to open the current playlist.
8.3.4 Adding Music to a Playlist
1. 2. 3. Touch a category on the music library screen. In the list that appears, use the Navigator key to select the song you want to add to the playlist. Touch and hold the song, and then touch Add to playlist in the options menu. Touch Current playlist to add the song to an existing playlist. Touch New to create a playlist and add the song to it.

8.3.5 Playing a Playlist

1. 2. 3. Touch the Playlists tab on the music library screen. Touch and hold the playlist you want to play. Touch Play to play the playlist.

9 Google Services

When you turn on your mobile phone for the first time, touch a Google services such as Talk, Gmail, or Market, and you will be prompted to sign in to your Google account. Note: Ensure that your mobile phone has an active data connection before you sign in to your Google account. If you already have a Google account, touch Sign in and enter your username and password.

Vibrate

9.3.6 Signing Out of Talk
In the friends list screen, press MENU , and then touch More > Sign out to quit Talk.

9.4 Using Maps

Maps lets you find your current location, view real-time traffic conditions (depending on availability in your locale), and get detailed directions to various destinations on a satellite, traffic, or other kind of map.
9.4.1 Enabling Location Source
Before you open Maps to find your location or search for places of interest, you must enable "location source". 1. 2. 3. Touch > Settings.
Touch Location & security. In the My Location section, select the Use wireless networks check box, Use GPS satellites check box, or both.

9.4.2 Opening Maps

Touch > Maps to open the application.
9.4.3 Searching for Places of Interest
1. 2. 3. On the map, press MENU , and then touch Search. Enter the place you want to search for in the search box, and then touch the Search icon. Your search results will then be displayed. Touch a place you are interested in and the application will show where it is on the map.

9.4.4 Getting Directions

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. While viewing a map, press MENU , and then touch Directions. Enter the starting point in the first text box, and then enter your destination in the second text box. Touch the icon for car, public transit, or walking directions. Touch Go. Your directions will appear in a list. Touch a direction item on the list to show it on the map.
When you finish viewing or following the directions, press MENU and touch More > Clear Map to reset the map.

9.5 Using YouTube

YouTube is Googles free online video streaming service for viewing, searching for, and uploading videos.

9.5.1 Opening YouTube

Touch > YouTube. You will then see the YouTube screen. The videos will be grouped into categories, such as Most viewed, Most discussed, Top rated, and more.
9.5.2 Searching for a Video
1. 2. 3. On the YouTube screen, press MENU , and then touch Search. Enter a search keyword, and then touch the Search icon. You will see a number of search results displayed below the notification bar. Scroll through the results and touch a video to watch it.

9.5.3 Sharing a Video

1. On the YouTube screen, do one of the following: While viewing a list of videos, touch and hold a video entry, and then touch Share on the options menu. While watching a video, press MENU , and then touch Share. 2. Compose a message if you like, address the email, and send it.

9.6 Using Market

Android Market provides direct access to applications and games which you can download and install on your phone. When downloading paid applications from Android Market, you need to log in to the Google Checkout account and use your credit card to buy the applications.

9.6.1 Opening Market

1. 2. Touch > Market.
When you open Market for the first time, the Android Market Terms of Service window will appear. Touch Accept to continue.
9.6.2 Searching for Applications
There are a few different ways to find applications on the Market home screen, including: Featured applications: Scroll horizontally to view more.
List of applications by category: Includes subcategories, which you can sort by popularity (most to least) or by date (newest to oldest). List of games. Search function. Your downloads.
9.6.3 Installing an Application
Note: If you want to install a non-Market application, touch > Settings > Applications, and then select the Unknown sources check box to allow installation of the non-Market application. 1. 2. 3. In the Market, touch Apps. Touch a category, and then touch the item you want to download. On the item details screen, read more about the application, including its cost, overall rating, and user comments. If you scroll down to the About the developer section, you can see other applications from the same developer, link to the developer's website, or send the developer an email. To install the item, touch Install (if the item is free) or Buy, whichever is displayed. To check the progress of a download, open the notification panel. Most applications are installed within seconds. To stop an item from downloading, touch Cancel download. After the application has been downloaded and installed on your mobile phone, the content download icon appears in the notification bar.

You can remove an account, deleting it and all information associated with it from your mobile phone, including email, contacts, settings, and so on. You cannot, however, remove some accounts, such as the first account you signed into on the mobile phone. If you attempt to remove certain accounts, all personal information associated with it will be deleted. 1. On the Accounts & sync settings screen, touch the account to delete.
Touch Remove account. Confirm that you want to remove the account.
10.2 Customizing Your Account Synchronization
You can configure background data use and synchronization options for all the applications on your phone. You can also configure what kind of data you synchronize for each account. Some applications, such as Contacts and Gmail, can synchronize data from multiple applications. Others, such as Calendar, synchronize data only from the first Google account you signed into on your phone, or from an account associated specifically with that application. For some accounts, synchronizing is two-directional; changes that you make to the information on your mobile phone are made to the copy of that information on the web. Some accounts support only one-way synchronize; the information on your mobile phone is read-only.
10.2.1 Configuring General Sync Settings
On the Accounts & sync settings screen, do the following: Select or clear the Background data check box to control whether applications and services can transmit data when you are not working with them directly (that is, when they are running in the background). If you clear this option, Gmail stops receiving new mail, Calendar stops synchronizing events, and so on, until you touch the Refresh menu item or send an email. Select or clear the Auto-sync check box to control whether changes you make to information on the phone or on the web are automatically synchronized with each other. For example, when this option is selected, changes that you make in Contacts on the phone are automatically made in Google Contacts on the web.
10.2.2 Changing an Accounts Synchronization Settings
1. On the Accounts & sync settings screen, touch the account whose synchronization settings you want to change. The data and synchronization screen opens, displaying a list of the kinds of information the account can synchronize. Selected items are configured to synchronize to your mobile phone. Select or clear the check box of information you want to synchronize to the mobile phone.

11 Using Other Applications

11.1 Using the Calendar

Use Calendar to create and manage events, meetings, and appointments. Depending on your synchronization settings, the calendar on your phone stays in synchronization with your calendar on the web.
11.1.1 Opening the Calendar
Touch Tip: To access Google calendar, touch MENU , and then touch More > Launch Google Calendar. The Google calendar service can be synchronized with the Google server, whereas the calendar application on your mobile phone cannot. > Calendar to open the application.

11.1.2 Creating an Event

1. 2. On any calendar view, touch MENU. Then touch New event to open the Event details screen. Enter the event name on the keyboard. If there is a time frame for the event, touch From and To, so you can set the duration of the event. If it is a special occasion such as a birthday or a day-long event, set dates for From and To, and then select the All day check box. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Enter the location of the event and the description. If you have more than one calendar, select the calendar where you want to save the event. Enter email addresses to invite guests to the event. Set the time of your event reminder in Reminders, and then specify in Repetition whether the event recurs and its frequency of recurrence. Touch Save.
Tip: To quickly create an event in the Day, Week, or Month view, touch and hold an empty time slot, and then touch New event. A new event details screen will appear with the selected time slot and date in the From and To fields.
11.1.3 Setting an Event Reminder
1. 2. 3. On any calendar view, touch an event to view its details or event summary. Touch the Add reminder button to add a reminder. Or touch the reminders - button to delete it. Touch the reminder time, and then touch the length of time before the event when you want to be reminded. When the time comes, you will receive a notification about the event.
11.1.4 Customizing the Calendar Settings
On any calendar view, touch MENU. Then touch More > Settings. Hide declined events: Select to hide events for which you have declined invitations. Set alerts & notifications: Touch to set event reminders to alert you, send you a notification, or turn off event notifications on your mobile phone. Select ringtone: Touch to select the ringtone to sound when you receive an event reminder. Vibrate: Select to vibrate the mobile phone when you receive an event notification. Default reminder time: Touch to select the default time before an event for event reminders to occur.

11.2 Using the Alarm

You can set a new alarm or modify an existing alarm.

11.2.1 Opening the Alarm

Touch > Alarm to use your mobile phone alarm.

11.2.2 Adding an Alarm

1. 2. On the alarm list screen, touch MENU , and then touch Add alarm. Set the alarm, and then touch Done.

11.2.3 Setting an Alarm

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. On the alarm list screen, touch one of the alarms on the screen. Touch Time to set the time of the alarm. Touch Ringtone to select a ringtone for the alarm. Select the Vibrate check box to have the phone vibrate, in addition to playing the ringtone. Touch Repeat to set the days when you want the alarm to sound. Touch Label to enter a name for the alarm. Touch Done.
11.2.4 Customizing Alarm Settings
On the alarm list screen, touch MENU , and then touch Settings. Alarm in silent mode: Select to sound alarms even when the phone is in silent mode. Alarm volume: Touch to open a dialog where you can set the volume of all alarms. Snooze duration: Touch to open a dialog where you can set how long the alarm waits before it sounds again. Side button behavior: Touch to open a dialog where you can set what happens if you press the side buttons when an alarm sounds.
11.3 Using Sound Recorder
Sound Recorder is useful for quickly recording thoughts. You can also record your voice and set it as a ringtone.
11.3.1 Starting a Recording
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Touch Touch > Sound Recorder to open the application. to start recording.
Record your desired message. Touch to stop recording.
Touch MENU , and then touch Recordings to view the voice clip.
11.3.2 Setting a Voice Clip as a Ringtone
1. 2. 3. 4. On the sound recorder screen, touch MENU , and then touch Recordings. Select the location where you have saved the recordings. Select a voice clip, and then touch MENU. Touch Set as ringtone.
11.4 Using the File Manager
File Manager is like having a pocket-sized personal assistant (PA), letting you organize, edit, and delete files and folders.
11.4.1 Opening the File Manager
Touch > File Manager to open the application.

11.4.2 Creating a Folder

1. 2. 3. 4. On the File Manager screen, access the directory of the folder you want to create. Touch MENU to open the options panel, and then touch New folder. Enter the name of the new folder in the text box. Touch Save.
11.4.3 Moving or Copying a File
1. 2. On the File Manager screen, touch MENU to show the options panel, and then touch Cut or Copy. Touch the file or folder you want to move or copy. When selected, a check mark will appear. To select all files, touch MENU to open the options panel. Then touch Select all to select all files in a folder (touch Unselect all to cancel the selection).

12.6.3 Ways to Free Up Your Mobile Phone Memory
Move files and email attachments to the microSD card. In Browser, clear all temporary Internet files and Browser history information. Uninstall the downloaded programs that you no longer use. Reset your mobile phone.
12.7 Resetting Your Mobile Phone
12.7.1 Backing Up My Settings
You can back up your mobile phones settings to Google servers, with your Google account. If you replace your mobile phone, the settings you have backed up are stored on the new mobile phone the first time you sign in with your Google account. 1. On the Settings screen, touch Privacy. 2. Select the Back up my settings check box.
12.7.2 Restoring Factory Data
If you reset your phone to the settings that were configured at the factory, all of your personal data from internal phone storage, including information about your Google Account, any other accounts, your system and application settings, and any downloaded applications will be erased. Resetting the phone does not erase any system software updates youve downloaded or any files on your microSD card, such as music or photos. 1. On the Settings screen, touch Privacy > Factory data reset. 2. When prompted, touch Reset phone, and then touch Erase everything. The mobile phone resets the settings to the original factory settings, and then restarts.
12.8 Upgrading the Software Version
Before upgrading the software on your mobile phone, ensure that your mobile phone is fully charged and the upgrade version is correct. Back up important information such as the contacts, email messages, files, and other messages saved on your mobile phone.

12.8.1 Manual Update

Downloading the Upgrade Package You can download the software upgrade files from the following websites: http://www.huaweidevice.com/worldwide/technicaIndex.do
Preparing for the Upgrade 1. 2. Download the upgrade file from the appropriate websites. The file you download will be compressed. Use the unzip software on your PC to decompress the upgrade package. The upgrade package has a folder structure be careful you do not change it. This folder is called dload do not rename it, either. Use the USB cable to connect your mobile phone to your PC. Copy the folder structure to the main directory (root directory) of your microSD card. After you have copied the file to the microSD card, disable the USB mass storage feature.

Do not use any chemical detergent, powder, or other chemical agents (such as alcohol and benzene) to clean the device and the charger. Otherwise, parts of the device may be damaged or a fire can be caused. You can clean the device and the charger with a piece of damp and soft antistatic cloth. Do not dismantle the device or accessories. Otherwise, the warranty on the device and accessories is invalid and the manufacturer is not liable to pay for the damage. If the device screen is broken by colliding with hard objects, do not touch or try to remove the broken part. In this case, stop using the device immediately, and then contact an authorized service center in time.
Emergency Call You can use your device for emergency calls in the service area. The connection, however, cannot be guaranteed in all conditions. You should not rely solely on the device for essential communications. Certification Information (SAR) This device meets guidelines for exposure to radio waves. Your device is a low-power radio transmitter and receiver. As recommended by international guidelines, the device is designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves. These guidelines were developed by the independent scientific organization International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) and include safety measures designed to ensure safety for all users, regardless of age and health. The Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) is the unit of measurement for the amount of radio frequency energy absorbed by the body when using a device. The SAR value is determined at the highest certified power level in laboratory conditions, but the actual SAR level of the device when being operated can be well below the value. This is because the device is designed to use the minimum power required to reach the network. The SAR limit adopted by USA and Canada is 1.6 watts/kilogram (W/kg) averaged over one gram of tissue. The highest SAR value reported to the FCC and IC for this device type when tested for use at the ear is 1.19 W/kg, and when properly worn on the body is 1.22 W/kg. FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: --Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. --Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. --Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

--Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Caution Changes or modifications made to this device not expressly approved by Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. may void the FCC authorization to operate this device. Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) regulations for Mobile phones In 2003, the FCC adopted rules to make digital wireless telephones compatible with hearing aids and cochlear implants. Although analog wireless phones do not usually cause interference with hearing aids or cochlear implants, digital wireless phones sometimes do because of electromagnetic energy emitted by the phone's antenna, backlight, or other components. Your phone is compliant with FCC HAC regulations (ANSI C63.19). While some wireless phones are used near some hearing devices (hearing aids and cochlear implants), users may detect a buzzing, humming, or whining noise. Some hearing devices are more immune than others to this interference noise, and phones also vary in the amount of interference they generate. The wireless telephone industry has developed a rating system for wireless phones, to assist hearing device users find phones that may be compatible with their hearing devices. Not all phones have been rated. Phones that are rated have the rating on their box or a label located on the box. The ratings are not guarantees. Results will vary depending on the user's hearing device and hearing loss. If your hearing device happens to be vulnerable to interference, you may not be able to use a rated phone successfully. Trying out the phone with your hearing device is the best way to evaluate it for your personal needs. M-Ratings: Phones rated M3 or M4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to generate less interference to hearing devices than phones that are not labeled. M4 is the better/higher of the two ratings. T-Ratings: Phones rated T3 or T4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to be more usable with a hearing devices telecoil (T Switch or Telephone Switch) than unrated phones. T4 is the better/ higher of the two ratings. (Note that not all hearing devices have telecoils in them.) Hearing devices may also be measured. Your phone meets the M4/T4 level rating. Hearing devices may also be rated. Your hearing device manufacturer or hearing health professional may help you find this rating. For more information about the FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility please go to http://www.fcc.gov/ cgb/dro.