Text entry, Message Indicator Shows, Abc | Boost Mobile i290

earpiece rather than through the speaker.

4Ringer Off – Your phone is set to not ring.

5 Message Indicator – Shows

when you receive a text message.

6Packet Data – Your handset is ready to transfer or is transferring packet data.

7Battery Charge Indicator – A fuller battery indicates a greater charge. Recharge the battery when your phone shows Low Battery.

Text entry

Some features let you enter text.

Your phone provides convenient ways to enter words, letters, punctuation, and numbers whenever you are prompted to enter text (for example, when adding a

Contacts entry or when SMS text messaging).

To change the character input mode:

1When you see a screen where you can enter text, press Mto change the character input mode.

2Select one of the following options:

entry modes

Alpha Press a key several times for each character.

Word Enter words using a predictive text entering system that lets you enter a word with fewer keypresses.

Symbols Enter symbols.

Numeric Enter numbers by pressing the numbers on the keypad.

Tip: When entering text, press #to change letter capitalization (Abc > ABC

>abc).

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Boost Mobile User’s GuidePage FCC Notice to Users Class B Digital DevicePage Getting Started IntroductionActivate Re-Boost Boost V.I.P Lost/Stolen Service PersonalizePay With Cash Important Before using your phone Boost Customer CareBoost Mobile Users Guide available on boostmobile.com Check it out On/Off Key Home Screen Check it out Motorola, Inc Contents Smart Practices While Driving Index Menu Map Main Menu Settings Menu Display/Info Use and Care Find it M Settings SymbolsEssentials About this guide Installing the SIM chip SIM chip Battery Battery Use & Battery SafetyRemoving the SIM Chip When storing your battery, keep it in a cool, dry place Or Unable to Charge, take the following steps Battery installation Remove battery coverReplace the battery cover Battery charging To charge from your computer You can charge your phone’s Turn it on & off Make a phone callTo turn off your phone, press and hold For two seconds Answer a phone call Answer a Walkie-Talkie call Shortcut From the home screen press under Contcs Find it M e New ContactSelect a specific Ringtone and press O Find it M e Walkie-Talkie, Work 1, Work 2, Home, etc Find it M e O WT Services Main AttractionsEvents from the Datebook My Info Contacts Pictures Send Events Send My InfoSend Contacts Send a Picture Start a call by sending a pictureMay Apply. 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Limit 30KB Receive a picture Clear a picture from the displayPress M WT Send Tip To stop the transmission before it is finished, press O One touch WT Set one touch WT to call recent callsSet one touch WT to call assigned IDs Turn off one touch WT Find it M X M WT Send Setup Info To Send Find it M X M WT Send Setup Auto SendAutomatic sending Create a message More message options MoreSelect No Date O Press -under Send or M Send Reply to a message Quick notesTo reply to a message View the message you want to reply to Edit any message fields you want to change Send the message Attach items Create a new voice recordRemove an attachment Drafts Save a message in the MMS drafts folder Send a draftEdit a draft Delete a draft Check delivery status Delete a messageReceive a message Message Notifications Setting Notification Options Embedded objects and attachmentsFind it M R Phone Calls Notifications Select the option you want Open attachments View received messages from the message centerDelete unread messages Forward a message Call a number in a message Send a call alertMake a group call Store message information to contacts Item will save in the default storage location Go to a websiteSelect Go To Website Delete an embedded picture or audio recording Save attachmentsDelete attachments Save a picture Save audio Delete a slide showMessage transmission Customize MMS Find it M Y M Setup New quick notes and reply phrasesSelect New Quicknote or New Reply Set the clean-up option Clean-up optionsSelect Delete All From the Inbox From the OutboxDelete all messages Press M Messages Status indicators Status indicators are shown at the top of the home screenBasics Display Message Indicator Shows Text entryEntry modes Abc Word mode Alpha mode Volume Change the ringer volume from the home screenNavigation key Characters Codes & passwords When you scroll to something, press OLock & unlock phone Transmitters Use GPS with map softwareLock keypad Auto Lock Get Connected Find it M i Interface Nmea OUT USBTo stop your phone from sending location data Find it M i Interface Nmea OUT Off Boost Mobile Services AccessoriesBoost Customer Care Setting your phone to vibrate CustomizeRingtones Find it M T Wallpaper To select a wallpaper image To access Datebook set up options Find it M b M SetupBacklight Time & date To set your Privacy Options Calls Turn off a call alertRecent calls Find it M c Redial Voice nameCall forward Return a call Scroll to the item containing the number you want to call Walkie-Talkie calls Caller IDMake Walkie-Talkie calls Release the WT button to listen Emergency calls International calls Speed dial Turbo dialVoice Mail Receiving a Message Other Features Advanced callingContacts Datebook Feature View FeatureLocation Position Feature Set GPS Security Hands-free Messages Personalize Security Other Features Important Safety Legal Information Safety and General Information Exposure to Radio Frequency RF EnergyPortable Radio Product Operation and EME Exposure Operational Precautions Two-way radio operationProduct Operation Safety Information Approved Accessories Follow Instructions to Avoid Interference ProblemsImplantable Medical Devices Driving Precautions Operational WarningsHearing Aids Other Medical Devices and Health Care Facilities Batteries and Chargers Choking HazardsGlass Parts Seizures/Blackouts Service & Repairs Repetitive Motion Motorola Limited Warranty for the United States and Canada What Does this Warranty Cover? Physical defects Media that All defects in the software products will be corrected Patent and Software Provisions Motorola Safety Information Hearing Aid Compatibility Any combined rating equal to four is considered usable Information From the World Health Organization Product RegistrationExport Law Assurances Wireless The New Recyclable California Perchlorate Label Privacy and Data Security Smart Practices While Driving Drive Safe, Call Smart SM Wherever wireless phone service is available Index GPS GPS enabled Export regulations Ringer volume Safety Radio frequency OffStore your number Tap text entry mode 45 text entry WT Features WT services Your phone numberUnlock code