Wireless Phone Safety Tips | Motorola C331 guide

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Wireless Phone Safety

Tips

“Safety is your most important call!”

Your Motorola wireless telephone gives you the powerful ability to communicate by voice— almost anywhere, anytime, wherever wireless phone service is available and safe conditions allow. But an important responsibility accompanies the beneﬁts of wireless phones, one that every user must uphold.

When driving a car, driving is your ﬁrst

responsibility. If you ﬁnd it necessary to use your wireless phone while behind the wheel of a car, practice good common sense and remember the following tips:

1Get to know your Motorola wireless phone and its features such as speed dial and redial. If available, these features help you to place your call without taking your attention off the road.

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Motorola C331 manual Wireless Phone Safety Tips, Safety is your most important call

C331 specifications

The Motorola C331, released in the early 2000s, is a classic mobile phone that holds a special place in the hearts of many technology enthusiasts. This device was known for its compact design and user-friendly layout, catering to the needs of the everyday mobile user during its era.

One of the standout features of the Motorola C331 is its lightweight and compact form factor. Weighing in at just 85 grams, it easily fits into a pocket or purse, making it a highly portable choice. The phone boasts a 1.5-inch monochrome LCD display, which, although modest by today’s standards, was efficient for displaying essential information such as the time, battery life, and signal strength.

The C331 was designed with simplicity in mind. It featured a straightforward keypad comprising 12 keys that allowed for easy dialing and text messaging. The intuitive interface facilitated access to basic functions without the clutter of unnecessary features. Durable construction earned it a reputation as a robust phone, capable of withstanding daily wear and tear.

Equipped with a long-lasting battery, the Motorola C331 had a standby time of up to 300 hours and talk time reaching approximately 5 hours. This impressive battery performance was a significant selling point, allowing users to stay connected for extended periods without constant recharging.

The phone supported basic connectivity options, operating on GSM networks, which were widely adopted during that time. The C331 provided the essential calling capabilities, along with SMS texting features, allowing users to communicate easily and efficiently.

Despite its lack of advanced technologies such as cameras or internet connectivity, the Motorola C331 was celebrated for what it did well: reliable performance, efficient communication, and durability. Its simplicity appealed to those who preferred a straightforward phone experience without the distractions of modern smartphones.

Overall, the Motorola C331 remains a nostalgia-inducing example of mobile phone design from a bygone era. It represents a time when phones were primarily tools for communication, emphasizing practicality over features. Its legacy continues to inspire appreciation for the foundational technologies that paved the way for today’s sophisticated mobile devices.

Contents

Send Key WelcomeAntenna Earpiece Menu Key Manual number Cover number 8988485L49-O Motorola, Inc. All rights reservedSoftware Copyright Notice Shortcuts Menu MapMain Menu Other Settings Settings Menu Contents Making a Three-Way Call Additional On-Call Features Contents Calculating Numbers Converting Currency Standard Shortcuts Creating a ShortcutStarting a Browser Session Interacting With Web Pages Additional Health and Safety Information Find the Feature Navigating to a Menu FeatureOptional Features Optional Accessories This device may not cause harmful interference, Safety and General Information Exposure To Radio Frequency Energy Body-Worn Operation Portable Phone Operation and EME Exposure Antenna CarePhone Operation Aircraft Approved AccessoriesData Operation Facilities Other Medical Devices Hearing Aids Potentially Explosive Atmospheres For Vehicles With an Air Bag Batteries Blasting Caps and AreasAntennas What’s in the Box? Your phone is partially assembled when shippedBack Cover Battery Getting Started If necessary, ﬁt Keypad into the front cover Assembling Your PhoneTo assemble your phone Do This Do This To disassemble your phone Taking Your Phone Apart Cycles Charging the Battery Replacing the Battery Do This Press and hold P Power End keyTurning Your Phone On Press End the call Making a CallEnding a Call Press Press See your phone number Answering a CallSeeing Your Phone Number Answer the call About Your Phone Using the Display ➑ Active Line Indicator Shows the current active phone line ➊ Signal Strength Indicator Vertical bars showLow Battery and hear the low battery alert Zooming In and Out Adjusting VolumeWhen Adjust As a refrigerator Battery UseBattery Care Avoid keypad-intense functions Extending Battery LifeBacklight uses power. To turn it off, see Turn off your display backlight Redialing a Number Using Caller IDUsing Talk Secure Making and Answering Calls Select a call to return Returning Unanswered CallsCalling an Emergency Number See the received calls list Turning Off a Call Alert Canceling an Incoming CallPress Either volume key Turn off the alert Cancel the incoming call Calling a Number In a Text Message Calling With Speed DialCalling With One-Touch Dial Do This To Call Additional Calling Features Making a Three-Way Call Using Features While On a CallUsing Call Waiting Additional On-Call Features Left Soft Key Using the MenuNavigating to a Feature Use these keys to move through the menu system Screen Selecting a Feature OptionTo go back to Previous Entering Feature Information To view Press Cancel Press M Stored InformationFlashing Press Cursor Indicates Entering Text Choosing a Text ModePress M from any text entry screen to select a text mode Using Tap Method General Text Entry Rules Space @ & ~ ¿ ¡ Character Chart Press a number Using Symbol ModeSymbol Chart Press Number key Multiple times Enter the symbol at ¿ ¡ ~ ω = π ß σ $ £ ¥ θ # % * ξ ψ + x * / = # § Using iTAP Software Predictive Text Entry MethodEnter Words Space is automatically Enter the rest of the wordOr # Press Cursor location Characters as shown Enter Novel WordsPunctuation Enter punctuation or other Delete Letters and Words CapitalizationEnter Numbers View a list of recently dialed calls. See Menu Feature DescriptionsAll calls since reset, and all calls total. See View a list of recently received calls. See Read and manage text SeeListen to your recorded Voice messages. See Store and edit text Create keypad shortcuts to menu features. SeeView all outgoing text Undelivered Play games on your phone. See From your service provider directly to your phone. SeeView a detailed battery charge meter Use your phone as a calculator or currency converter. See Current call No in-call timer display Restrict incoming and outgoing calls. See Lock and unlock your phone. See Change the text Displayed when You turn on your Phone Usage characteristics to Battery powerWrap around when it Adjust the phone’s power For your display Password, or credit cardReset all options back to Timer User-entered information View and adjust your phone’s network settings Car Settings Scroll to an entry Recent CallsViewing Received Calls or Dialed Calls Select the list Option Description Viewing and Resetting Call Timers Using the Notepad Timer Description Conﬁrm the reset To view a call timerScroll to the timer you want\ Reset the time if available Number or Voice Name indicatorPhonebook Viewing Entry Details Enter Information Storing a Phonebook Entry Select the number type Select TypeAvailable for email entries Scroll to the number type Complete Phonebook Entry Storing a PIN Code with a Phone Number Remaining digits Insert a p pause characterYour phone dials Call to connect, then sends Name Press Done Store the voice name Recording a Voice Name For a Phonebook Entry Voice Dial Dialing a Phonebook EntryPhonebook List Deleting a Phonebook Entry Editing a Phonebook Entry Set the primary number Setting the Primary Number for a Phonebook EntryChecking Phonebook Capacity Sorting the Phonebook List To set an entry’s primary phone number, see Change view preferenceSelect the view preference Set the view preference Week View Datebook Event View Day View Changing Event Information Adding a Datebook Event Copying an Event Deleting an Event Turning the Radio On and Off Radio Preset location Tuning a StationStoring a Preset Selecting a Preset Phonebook or recent call lists Store the number Messages-VoicemailStoring Your Voicemail Number Listen to the message Receiving a Voicemail MessageListening to a Voicemail Message Period Setting Up the Text Message InboxMessages-Text Receiving a Text Message = read = read and urgent f = read and locked Following indicators show message status = unreadReading, Locking, or Deleting a Text Message Scroll to the message Call the number in the message Close the message Compose and send a replyText Msg Menu includes the following options Delete the message Storing Sounds Select To For more information about using sound ﬁles, see pages 99Sending a Text Message As you complete the steps below, note the following Call lists Number/address that youEnter manually Select numbers/addresses Sending a Quick Note Text Message Viewing the Status of Sent Text Messages Select the ring style Ring StylesSelecting a Ring Style Scroll to the ring style Press Scroll to Ringer IDs Change Style SettingsCustomizing a Ring Style Activate and Deactivate Ringer IDs 100 Set Ringer or Keypad VolumeCreating Alert Tones Create a Tone Key Display Description Sharp ﬂat Enter NotesOctave Key Display Description 102 Lengths and ModiﬁersRest 103 Volume Control CharactersRepeat Characters Do This Action 104 Task Action ﬂat ExamplePlay a Tone Enter note 106 Edit a Tone 107 Setting RemindersDelete a Tone Download a Tone 108 To turn off all remindersSelect the reminder alert Do This Press M Enter the menu system ShortcutsStandard Shortcuts Creating a Shortcut Do This Press S Scroll to the menu item Using ShortcutsUse a Keypad Shortcut Select a Shortcut From the List 111 BrowserStarting a Browser Session Or application 112 Interacting With Web Pages 113 CalculatorCalculating Numbers 114 Function Description Perform the conversion Converting CurrencyNumber keys Enter the exchange rate Store the exchange rate 116 GamesPlaying a Game Game Options 117 BlackjackRules of the Game 118 How to PlayFalling Numbers 119 Game is over when you lose all of your creditsVideo Poker Press M to select the following options 120 121 Adjusting Your SettingsReordering Menu Items Customizing a Soft Key Function 122 Set TTY ModeTTY Operation 123 Switch to TTY Mode During a Voice Call 124 Return to Voice ModeHands-Free Use Automatic Answer Automatic Hands-Free Power-Off DelaySelect the feature Conﬁrm the setting Scroll to the charge time Scroll to the time delayCharger Time Conﬁrm your selection 127 Connecting Your Phone to an External DeviceSet Up a Cable Connection Data Calls 128 Attaching a Serial CablePlug the serial cable With the Motorola logo 129 Install the SoftwareMaking a Data Call Attaching a USB Cable 130 Set Up Your PhoneReceiving a Data Call 131 Reset Normal Voice OperationTransfer the Data End the Data Connection 132 Assigning a New Code or PasswordSecurity 133 If You Forget a Code or Password 134 Locking and Unlocking Your PhoneLock Your Phone Manually Set Your Phone to Lock Automatically Press Lock or unlock your keypad Locking and Unlocking Your KeypadRestricting Calls Unlock Your Phone 136 Activating Talk Secure Question Answer TroubleshootingIs your phone Press M #. If you do not see Set up Correctly? Service provider Is your battery Problem Solution Happened When I try toPressed Nothing Style Rings evenThough Selected Cannot hear My phone hasDrops Calls Battery life 142 CommandsPasswords, or My battery Phone Plugged ShortcutDoesn’t work With my My data When sendingWhy does Attached 145 Browser butSays Display Says Keypad keys for Enter the new MIN Digit MIN Programming InstructionsSubmit the security Scroll to MIN 147 Store the new MINExit programming 148 Speciﬁc Absorption Rate Data 149 150 Why the concern? 151 What kinds of phones are in question? 152 153 154 155 What is FDAs role concerning the safety of mobile phones? 156 157 Where can I ﬁnd additional information?For additional information, see the following Web sites 158 Food and Drug Administration FDA Center forFields from Cellular and PCS Radio Transmitters Devices and Radiological Health 159 WarrantyWhat This Warranty Covers 160 IV. What We Will Do to Correct Warranty ProblemsII. What the Period of Coverage Is III. Who is Covered TTY Text Telephone How to Get Warranty ServiceCanada Cellular All Products Paging 162 VI. What This Warranty Does Not Cover Contact with extreme heat, or spills of food or liquid 163 164 VII. Some Other Limitations 165 VIII. Patent and Software ProvisionsIX. State Law and Other Jurisdiction Rights 166 USA Canada Motorola, IncNorth U.S. Highway Whittle Road Libertyville, IL Thank you for choosing a Motorola product Product RegistrationExport Law Assurances Online Product Registration 168 Index 169 Restricting 170 Original 132 computerEmail, sending 74 Use 27 127-129 Factory settings, resettingIndicators 115 Menu Making a call 25 master clear 61 master resetMissed call Lock applications 57 keypad 57, 135 phone My telephone number 26, 38 My tones 121 Scroll featureNavigation key 39 network settings 61 notepad Deﬁned 43-51 174 Device Erase user-entered informationAttaching two numbers Redialing Viewing your own 55 voice dial 175 Voice name indicator 68 PIN codePhonebook Attaching two numbers 176 Ringer 177 Using Standby time, increasingText entry Unlock Keypad 57, 135 phone 178 Reminders, turning on/off Using 87-88 volume EarpieceVoice key Recording a voice name Safety is your most important call Wireless Phone Safety Tips 180 181 Wherever wireless phone service is available 182