Prepare the devices for infrared connection

The IR ports of the two devices must point at each other.

There must be no obstructions between the two devices.

The two devices must be within 2 feet of each other.

Receive data via the IR port

To receive data from another compatible phone:

1Make sure that the two devices are ready for the IR connection.

2Select the Infrared menu to activate the IR port for data reception.

3Have the user of the sending phone select the desired function to start data transfer.

If data transfer is not started within 45 seconds, the connection is cancelled and will have to be restarted.

Send data via the IR port

On a PC provided with an appropriate application, you can:

Send a caller group graphic via IR.

Copy and print names and numbers from the phone book.

Print a text message on a compatible printer.

Send a calendar note via IR.

Print a calendar note on a compatible printer.

Check the status of an IR connection

The status of an IR connection is indicated by .

When is displayed continuously, there is an IR connection between your phone and the other device.

When blinks, your phone is trying to establish a connection with the other device or a connection has been lost.

When is not displayed, no IR connection exists.

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