You can also save Direct Connect numbers from the Call history.

nSelect Menu (left selection key) > History > select the desired call type > highlight the desired phone number and select Options (left selection key) > Save. Complete the steps provided above.

You can also add unknown group connect numbers to DC groups.

nSelect Menu (left selection key) > History > Call Log > highlight the desired group connect call

>Options (left selection key) > View Info > highlight the desired group connect number > Save

>enter a new contact name and select Save. The unknown group member can also be added to already existing contact.

Make and Receive a Direct Connect (DC) Call

You can make a Direct Connect call by entering a Direct Connect number manually or by selecting an entry containing a Direct Connect number in your Contacts or History.

Make a Direct Connect Call by Entering a Number

Follow the instructions below to make a Direct Connect call by entering a Direct Connect number with your keypad.

1.From standby mode, enter a Direct Connect number using the keypad.

The Direct Connect number may be the ten-digit wireless phone number of the person you are calling (Mobile+DC).

2.Press and release the Direct Connect button (DC button) on the left side of your phone.

•Pressing and releasing the DC button contacts the recipient. The recipient‘s phone emits an incoming tone and displays your name or number. If available, he or she can choose to respond and begin the conversation.

•You can also hold the DC button and speak after you first press and hear the tone. In this case, your voice will broadcast instantly over the recipient‘s speaker. Pinging the recipient‘s phone by pressing and releasing may avoid unintentional interruptions.

3.After the recipient accepts your call:

•Wait for their name or number to disappear from under the picture.

•Press and hold the DC button.

•Wait for a tone to sound and Me to appear under the picture before you begin talking.

4.Release the DC button when you are finished talking.

5.Press the Red button (End call button) to disconnect.

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IS specifications

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