Linksys WIP320 manual Introduction, Welcome, What is Skype?

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Chapter 1: Introduction

Welcome

Thank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G Phone for Skype. It will allow you to make PC-to-PC phone calls using Skype through your broadband internet connection. The Wireless-G Phone for Skype also supports PC-to- phone calls through SkypeOut™ dialing. In addition you can receive calls from a phone if you have SkypeIn™.

The Wireless-G Phone for Skype gives you cordless convenience, so you don't have to sit in front of your computer when you want to talk to your friends. After the handset receives its initial charge and receives a signal through your Network Access point (that is connected to the internet), you can use the phone immediately.

What is Skype?

Skype allows you to make free calls to other Skype users and really cheap calls to ordinary phones. Skype also offers additional features, including:

SkypeOut	SkypeOut allows you to place calls to traditional landline and mobile phones.
SkypeIn	SkypeIn is a subscription feature that provides you with a traditional phone number for
	receiving Skype calls on your wireless phone from traditional landlines and mobile phones.

Skype Voicemail™ Skype Voicemail allows you to send and receive messages and record a greeting.

All of these features are available at www.skype.com

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Contents Wireless-G Page How to Use the User Guide Copyright and TrademarksImportant Safety Instructions Batteries Table of Contents Appendix C Regulatory Information Appendix a TroubleshootingAppendix B Specifications Welcome What is Skype?Introduction What’s in This User Guide? Getting to Know the Wireless-G Phone for Skype Bottom PanelFront Panel Icon Button Name Function Soft keysHandset’s Side Panel Unlock key Numeric KeypadHandset’s Back Panel Handset back panelGetting Started OverviewCharging the Phone’s Battery USB mini-B portFirst Time Phone Use StartupWireless-G Phone for Skype Access Point First Time Connection to a Network Select NetworkUsing the Wireless-G Phone for Skype Skype ServicesEntering Names, Numbers and Special Characters Keypad LockCreate a New Skype Account SignSetting up a Skype Contact List Adding a ContactSearch for Contacts Contact SearchAdvanced Options for Contacts Contacts Advanced OptionsMaking a Direct Call Outgoing CallsMaking a Call to a Contact Using the Wireless-G Phone for Skype Outgoing Calls Mood Message Incoming CallsAnswering a Call Call Forwarding 13 Call ForwardingSkype Voicemail Recording a GreetingVoicemail Messages Call History Checking the Call HistoryCreating a Profile Details Shown to All Public DetailsChanging Your Password Private DetailsPrivacy 21 PrivacyAutomatic Sign In to Skype Skype SettingsSkype Software Updates Changing the Screen’s Brightness Level LanguageAdjusting the Screen’s Time Out 25 Time OutTones 26 Tone optionsTime and Date Settings Manage Blocked UsersSkype Status Skype StatusHandset’s Display Screen Icons Icon DescriptionIcon Description List of Available Menus 29 Network Settings Changing the Network ConnectionWi-Fi Finder Network ProxyAbout 32 About InformationAppendix a Troubleshooting Common Problems and SolutionsHandset’s display screen is blank Frequently Asked Questions Default Settings PabxCountry Codes Country Country Name Iso CodeWireless-G Phone for Skype Wireless-G Phone for Skype Wireless-G Phone for Skype Wireless-G Phone for Skype Wireless-G Phone for Skype Wireless-G Phone for Skype Wireless-G Phone for Skype Wireless-G Phone for Skype Wireless-G Phone for Skype Appendix B Specifications EnvironmentalStorage Humidity Environment and Safety Appendix C Regulatory InformationEnvironment and Safety Compliance Information US and Canada Compliance InformationWireless-G Phone for Skype Wireless-G Phone for Skype Interference RF Radiation Exposure Noise European Union Wireless-G Phone for Skype CE Marking Wireless-G Phone for Skype Appendix D Warranty Information Appendix D Warranty Information Appendix E Contact Information Europe Mail AddressOutside of Europe Mail Address Outside of Europe Wireless-G Phone for Skype