Kyocera KX5 Setting power backlighting, Changing the display contrast, Selecting a screen saver

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–7 seconds, 15 seconds, or 30 seconds—

(Default) Turn backlighting on for 7, 15, or 30 seconds after your last keypress.

–7 sec. & in call, 15 sec. & in call, or 30 sec. & in call—Turn backlighting on for the duration of a call, and for 7, 15, or 30 seconds after your last keypress.

Note: The “in call” settings drain the battery more quickly.

Using Power Save Mode

You can conserve battery life by activating Power Save mode to dim the backlight set in the procedure above. The backlighting appears for the selected duration but is less bright than with Power Save off.

•Select Menu → Settings → Display → Backlighting → Pwr Save Mode → On.

Setting power backlighting

You can set backlighting to remain on when an external power source, such as the AC adapter, is used with the phone.

Note: Power backlighting may not be available with the optional desktop charger or other accessories.

Tip: Use the power backlighting as a night light when traveling.

1.Select Menu → Settings → Accessories → Pwr Backlighting.

2.Select Always On to keep backlighting on.

Note: The battery charges more slowly when power backlighting is on.

Changing the display contrast

1.SelectMenu→Settings→Display→Contrast.

2.Press left or right to adjust the contrast and select Save.

Setting numbers to auto-hyphenate

Auto-hyphenation, when enabled, automatically inserts hyphens into your phone numbers to be consistent with the U.S. dialing plan.

For example, 1-222-333-4444.

•Select Menu → Settings → Display → Auto-Hyphen → Enabled.

Selecting a screen saver

Screen savers appear on the home screen when the slide is open or closed and are activated 10 seconds after the last keypress. Incoming calls and alerts override screen savers.

1.Select Menu → Settings → Display → Screen Saver.

2.Highlight a screen saver and press . The image displays.

3.Press to assign the screen saver.

4.Press to return to the home screen

and wait 10 seconds to view the screen saver you chose.

Note: Downloaded screen savers are added to the end of the list.

User Guide for the Kyocera Slider Remix KX5 Phone

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Contents Page Page Optimize your phone’s performance Page Standard Battery Contents Using Voice Recognition Page Charging the battery Installing the batteryRecharging the battery Getting StartedAccessing keypad shortcuts Caring for the batteryNavigation key shortcuts Music player shortcutGetting to know your phone TransFlash slot for external memory card Antenna does not extendSpeaker for ringers, speakerphone and music Accessing menu items slide open Using menusContents of the main menu are as follows From the home screen, press to selectSlide closed Performing basic functionsSlide open Understanding screen icons Answering calls using the slide Ending calls using the slideMaking a call Answering a callSetting the phone to hold calls Using the speakerphoneSilencing an incoming call Redialing a numberViewing recent call details Dealing with missed callsTouch dialing Speed dialingCalling emergency services Setting up voicemailUsing 1-Touch dialing Checking voicemail messagesTiming your calls Tracking callsReceiving data or faxes Understanding roamingSetting the roam ringer Setting an alert for roamingSetting Call Guard Understanding text entry screens Entering LETTERS, NUMBERS, and SymbolsText entry modes Entering symbols Capitalization settingsSwitching default text entry modes Entering smileysQuick reference to text entry Adding a code or extension Creating a new contactCustomizing your contacts Storing ContactsAssigning pictures Editing a contactClassifying contacts as Personal or Business Assigning number typesSending a vCard Erasing a contactCustomizing a phone number Send Pict Msg brings you to the picture messaging screenUsing Fast Find Setting Fast FindFinding contact information Checking the Frequent ListSetting up the camera for photos Accessing camera and video modesUsing the Camera Tips before operating your cameraRestoring camera menu settings Menu options for camera modeTaking a picture Camera mode indicators and iconsCamera key map Slide open or closedMenu options for video mode Setting up the video cameraRecording a video Video key map Removable memory card Using the Music PlayerFormatting the memory card AutomaticUsing a KX5 USB cable Using a Memory Card ReaderPutting music files onto the memory card Connect the memory card reader to your computerPlaying music When you are done placing music onto the memory card, pressDrag and Drop your music files into the Music folder Playback options Music Player controlsViewing details about a song file Viewing details about the playlistErasing a song TroubleshootingScenario Song is not playing Scenario Audio is choppyUsing Media Gallery Accessing filesBrowsing pictures Browsing imagesBrowsing videos Browsing soundsPress to select Options options vary according to selection User Guide for the Kyocera Slider Remix KX5 Phone Customizing Your Phone Settings menu are as followsChoosing ringers Silencing all soundsAssigning business and personal ringers Adjusting volume Setting sounds for your phoneUsing shortcuts Setting message alertsAdjusting speakerphone volume Adjusting key tone volumePersonalizing the screen Choosing a different languageSetting numbers to auto-hyphenate Setting power backlightingUsing Power Save Mode Changing the display contrastCreating a secure environment Switching between phone lines Network settingsDesignating emergency numbers Limiting callsSetting Com port speed Data SettingsSetting the phone to receive data or faxes Connecting to a TTY/TDD deviceSetting position location Sending and Receiving Text Messages Sending text messagesCreating a text message Enter a recipient’s phone number or email addressIncluding prewritten text and symbols Setting sending optionsSelect a contact and press Send Later schedules a time to send the messageIf you cannot send messages Adding a signatureUnderstanding appended messages Receiving incoming calls while creating messagesViewing failed or pending messages Retrieving text messagesTo view successfully sent messages Symbol Setting message alertsErasing messages Reading the messageErasing single messages Customizing message settingsErasing all messages Erasing messages automaticallyTo create a new pre-written message, select New Msg Creating and editing prewritten messages QuickTextSending and Receiving Multimedia Messages Sending multimedia messagesCreating a multimedia message Prompt mode Auto receive modeReceiving multimedia messages Viewing multimedia messages To activate Prompt modeMute to silence the message Lock Msg to avoid accidentally erasing itVoice Memo Using Tools and GamesScheduler Editing, erasing, or sending an event Alarm ClockSelect Options and classify the type of event Setting the QuickAlarm Setting an alarm clockTip Calculator CalculatorStopwatch TimerGames Brick AttackPress to end all games RaceMaking a call using voice tags Setting up voice dialingUsing Voice Recognition Using voice features with hands-free car kits Making a call using digit dialingErasing voice tags Waking up the phoneAnswering the phone Answering using voice commandsAnswering automatically Ignoring an incoming callTraining voice recognition Connecting to the Internet Using the Web BrowserUsing the Web menu options Launching the Web BrowserChecking Net alerts Searching for a Web siteGoing to a bookmarked site Restart restarts the Web BrowserCustomer support Qualified serviceGetting Help Phone accessories Become a product evaluator Index Technical support, 67 text entry Quick reference Volume Earpiece, 10, 38 key beep, 39 ringerUnlocking the phone