Kyocera K126C Caring for the battery, Understanding screen icons, Common causes of battery drain

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Caring for the battery

General safety guidelines

•Do not take apart, puncture, or short-circuit the battery.

•If you have not used the battery for more than a month, recharge it before using your phone.

•Avoid exposing the battery to extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, or high humidity.

•Never dispose of any battery in or near a fire – it could explode.

Common causes of battery drain

•Playing games.

•Keeping backlighting on.

•Operating in digital mode when far away from a base station or a cell site.

•Using the headset.

•Operating when no service is available, or when service is available intermittently.

•High earpiece and ringer volume settings.

•Repeating sound, vibration, or lighted alerts.

•Long conversation.

•Operating in speakerphone mode.

Understanding screen icons

These icons may appear on your phone’s home screen.

The phone is operating in IS 2000 (1X) digital mode.

The phone is receiving a signal. You can make and receive calls. Fewer bars indicate a weaker signal.

A call is in progress.

The phone is not receiving a signal. You cannot make or receive calls.

The alarm clock is set.

The phone is in privacy mode.

You have a text message.

You have a new voice message.

The battery is fully charged. The more black bars, the greater the charge.

Keyguard is on. The keypad is locked.

2	Getting Started

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Contents Page User Guide for the Kyocera K126C Phone Optimize your phone’s performance Medical devices Accessories Battery and charger specifications Contents Getting Help Recharging the battery Installing the batteryCharging the battery Getting StartedGeneral safety guidelines Caring for the batteryCommon causes of battery drain Do not take apart, puncture, or short-circuit the batteryUser Guide for the Kyocera K126C Phone Getting to know your phone Accessing menu items Using menusContents of the main menu are as follows Performing basic functions Answering calls Making a callMaking and Answering Calls Dealing with missed calls Using the speakerphoneViewing recent calls Calling recent calls Using speed dialingSpeed dialing Erasing recent callsTouch dialing Setting up voicemailUsing 1-Touch dialing Enabling 1-Touch dialingIf you see only the symbol Calling emergency servicesTo exit Emergency mode Silencing an incoming callTiming your calls Changing the keyguard settingLocking the keypad Understanding text entry screens Entering TEXT, NUMBERS, and SymbolsText entry modes Switching default text entry modes Capitalization settingsEntering symbols Changing modesQuick reference to text entry Storing Contacts Select Save when doneCreating a new contact Adding a code or extensionEditing or erasing a contact Editing a phone numberChecking the Frequent List Finding contact informationSearching the Contacts directory Using Fast Find To set Fast FindSending and Receiving Text Messages Sending text messagesCreating a text message If you cannot send messages Send Later-Schedule when to send the messageAdding a signature Set Priority-Label the message as UrgentReceiving incoming calls while creating messages Viewing the OutboxRetrieving text messages If you see the symbolIf the symbol is flashing, the message is urgent Reading the messageErasing single messages Setting message alertsErasing messages Erasing all messagesCreating and editing prewritten messages AutoText Customizing message settingsCreating group lists To create a new pre-written message, selectContents of the Settings menu are as follows Customizing Your PhoneChoosing ringers Setting the phone to vibrate or light upSilencing all sounds Assigning business and personal ringersAdjusting volume Using the Frequent Contacts shortcut Setting message alertsUsing shortcuts Creating a shortcut to frequent contactsChoosing a menu view Personalizing the screenChanging your banner Banner is the personal label for your phoneCreating a secure environment Unlocking the phone Restricting callsDesignating emergency numbers Network settings Accessory settingsFactory reset Using a Hearing Aid deviceMy Graphics Brick AttackMy Sounds Tools & GamesTip Calculator Alarm ClockScheduler Creating an eventWorld Clock CalculatorUse the calculator for basic mathematical equations Timer Press SearchPress to silence the alarm StopwatchCreating a voice tag for a contact Setting up voice dialingUsing Voice Recognition Viewing entries with voice tagsErasing a voice tag Making a call using voice tagsMaking a call using digit dialing Erasing all voice tagsWaking up the phone Using voice featuresAnswering using voice commands Answering the phoneTraining voice recognition To activate the Voice Answer settingHighlight Enabled and press To answer a call Ignoring an incoming callCustomer support Qualified servicePhone accessories Become a product evaluator Getting HelpConsumer Limited Warranty Said Accessories Cause Damage or a Defect to the Phone Index TTY/TDD