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Entering and Editing Information
Text Input Modes
There are five modes for entering text, numbers, symbols, a nd
punctuation.

Using Abc (Multi-ta p) Text Input

To enter words in this mode, you need to press each key repeatedly
until the desired letter appears. It can also be used to add words to
the T9 database.
Example: From the text entry screen, in Abc mode, press
, wait one second, then press
. “Vzw” is displayed.
NOTES
Abc is the default text entry mode.
Press and hold the alphanumeric key to enter the number in A bc
mode.

Using T9 Word Mode Text Input

T9 Word mode incorporates a built-in-dictionar y to determine a word
based on the entered characters. A word is entered more quickly
because you only need to press each key once per character.
To type the message “Call the office.” follow these steps from the text
entry screen:
1. Press the Left Sof t Key, select T9 Word, then press the Center
Select Key [OK].
2. Press .
3. Press to complete the word and add a space.
4. Press
.
“Call the office.” is displayed.