CONTENTS

1 GETTING STARTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Installing the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Charging the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 EvDO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Getting to know your phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Performing basic functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

2 MAKING AND

ANSWERING CALLS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Making a call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Silencing an incoming call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Using the speakerphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Speed dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Setting up voicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Roaming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Using your phone in an airplane . . . . . . . . . . . 15

3 ENTERING LETTERS, NUMBERS,

AND SYMBOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Understanding text entry screens . . . . . . . . . . . 16

4 STORING CONTACTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Creating a new contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Adding a code or extension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Customizing your contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Editing a contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Erasing a contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Sending a vCard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Customizing a phone number . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Finding contact information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

5 USING THE CAMERA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Accessing camera and video modes . . . . . . . . . 24 Taking a picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Camera key map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Recording a video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

6 Amp’d LiveTM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

What is Amp’d LiveTM? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

7 USING The MEDIA GALLERY . . . . . . . . 41

Accessing files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

8 USING PUSH TO TALK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Phone position

. . . . . 44

PTT call types

. . . . . 45

Making PTT calls and alerts

. . . . . 45

Receiving PTT calls and alerts

. . . . . 47

Saving, editing, and erasing PTT contacts

. . . . 47

Saving, editing, and erasing PTT groups

. . . . . 49

9 CUSTOMIZING YOUR PHONE . . . . . . . . 52

Silent Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Silencing all sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Keyguard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Choosing ringers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Setting sounds for your phone . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Adjusting volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Setting default message receipt . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Setting message alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Using shortcuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Personalizing the screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Creating a secure environment . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Network settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Setting position location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 USB Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

10 MUSIC, VIDEO, AND DATA . . . . . . . . . . 61

Removable memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 USB Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Mac Support on your Jet phone . . . . . . . . . . . 62

11 SENDING AND RECEIVING

TEXT MESSAGES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Sending text messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Retrieving text messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Customizing message settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

12 SENDING AND RECEIVING MULTIMEDIA MESSAGES . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Sending multimedia messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Receiving multimedia messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Viewing multimedia messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

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KX18 specifications

The Kyocera KX18 is a remarkable feature phone that gained popularity in the mid-2000s due to its reliable performance, compact design, and user-friendly interface. This device was particularly aimed at consumers looking for a durable yet straightforward mobile experience, without the complexity that often comes with smartphones.

One of the most notable features of the Kyocera KX18 is its robust build quality. Designed to withstand daily wear and tear, the phone is constructed with high-quality materials that ensure longevity. Its compact size, combined with a lightweight design, makes it easy to carry in a pocket or purse. The phone features a 1.8-inch LCD screen that provides clear visibility for texts and phone calls, ensuring ease of use.

The KX18 is equipped with a traditional keypad, which appeals to users who prefer tactile feedback when typing. This design makes it easy to send messages and navigate through the phone's menu. It also supports SMS and MMS messaging, allowing users to communicate effectively through text and multimedia messages.

In terms of connectivity, the Kyocera KX18 offers essential features such as a built-in web browser and support for WAP services. Although it may not have the full internet capabilities of modern smartphones, it allows users to access basic web content and information on the go. Additionally, the phone supports Bluetooth technology, enabling users to connect wirelessly to headsets and other devices.

Another key characteristic of the KX18 is its long battery life. It is powered by a removable battery that can last several days on a single charge, making it an ideal choice for users who need a reliable device for extended periods without frequent charging.

The Kyocera KX18 also includes a basic camera, providing users the ability to capture spontaneous moments. Though the camera's specifications may not rival those of modern smartphones, it is adequate for quick snapshots and simple photography.

In summary, the Kyocera KX18 stands out as a dependable, no-frills mobile phone. With its durable design, traditional keypad, and essential features, it caters to users who value practicality and ease of use. While the smartphone market has evolved significantly since the KX18's release, its legacy as a reliable feature phone remains noteworthy.
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