Troubleshooting

Question

Answer

 

 

 

 

 

Make sure that you press and hold the power button

 

I pressed the

until the display appears and you hear an audible alert. If

 

power button, but

nothing still happens, then check that you have installed

 

nothing happened.

a battery and that the battery is charged. For more

 

What’s wrong with

information about batteries and charging see the

 

my phone?

sections on batteries starting with “Installing and

 

 

Removing Batteries” on page 19.

 

 

 

 

 

Your battery’s “talk-time” and “standby-time” are

 

 

relative measurements of the battery’s capacity. The

 

 

more you talk on the phone, the less standby-time you

 

 

have, and vice versa.

 

 

To get the most from your battery, allow it to charge

 

 

fully. To charge the battery to 100% of its capacity, leave

 

 

it in the charger for an extra hour after the charger’s light

 

 

turns green.

 

 

You can also turn on the Power Save Mode feature to

 

 

extend battery life. However, the LED Power/Status

 

My battery didn’t

Indicator does not light when this feature is activated.

 

last as long as I

Certain features demand power from your battery and

 

expected. What

reduce battery life. If you have selected the Automatic

 

can I do to extend

Display of Individual Call Timer feature, the display uses

 

battery life?

battery power to remain active during each call. Turn this

 

 

feature off to conserve battery energy. (See “Displaying

 

 

the Individual Timer Automatically” on page 66 for more

 

 

information on this feature.)

 

 

Make sure that you are using batteries that are

 

 

compatible with your phone.

 

 

Exposing your battery to extreme temperatures—below

 

 

-10°C (14°F) or above 45°C (113°F)—can shorten battery

 

 

life. Batteries are especially sensitive to high

 

 

temperature extremes. As a good rule, always take your

 

 

phone with you when you leave your car.

 

 

 

 

 

Enter the last three digits of your cellular number. If that

 

The display says,

doesn’t work, use the factory preset lock code: 123. If

 

all else fails, call your service provider (the company that

 

“Locked.” How do I

 

sends you your monthly cellular bill) for assistance. (See

 

unlock my phone?

 

“Locking/Unlocking Your Phone” on page 78 for more

Reference

 

 

information on Security Features.)

 

 

 

 

 

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Motorola StarTAC specifications Troubleshooting, My phone?
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StarTAC specifications

The Motorola StarTAC, released in 1996, is widely regarded as the first truly "compact" mobile phone and a significant innovation in mobile telecommunication technology. Its clamshell design set it apart from its predecessors, allowing users to easily carry it in a pocket while protecting the keypad and screen. This design not only enhanced portability but also delivered a unique aesthetic appeal that became iconic.

One of the standout features of the StarTAC was its lightweight construction, weighing approximately 145 grams, which was remarkably light for a mobile phone at the time. The dimensions of the device made it one of the smallest mobile phones available, measuring just 3.1 x 6.1 x 1.2 inches. The StarTAC’s size and style contributed to its popularity among business professionals and fashion-forward individuals alike.

In terms of technology, the Motorola StarTAC operated on the first-generation (1G) analog network. This was one of the earliest mobile technologies available, offering basic voice call capabilities but lacking data transmission services. It utilized Frequency Division Multiple Access (FDMA) to manage calls, allowing multiple users to share the same frequency without interference. The analog technology provided high-quality voice clarity, which was a significant improvement over radio communication systems.

The device featured a limited but functional monochrome LCD display, which indicated signal strength, battery life, and caller ID. Additionally, the StarTAC was equipped with a customizable ringtone feature, allowing users to choose from a variety of pre-set tones, adding a personal touch to the mobile experience.

Battery life was another highlight, with the capacity to provide up to 100 hours of standby time and around 30 to 60 minutes of talk time, which was sufficient for users of that era. The phone's battery could be swapped, ensuring that users could replace it easily as needed.

User-friendly and intuitive, the Motorola StarTAC also offered features like voice dialing and a caller ID function, which were quite innovative during its time. Its combination of style, portability, and reliable performance made the StarTAC a trendsetter that paved the way for future mobile phone designs and technologies. The StarTAC is not just a phone; it is a historical landmark in the evolution of mobile communication, demonstrating how innovation can reshape user experience and interaction.
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