Asus J103 User manual

Welcome the world in the palm of

your hands!

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March 2005

First edition V1

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Chapter summary

Chapter 1: Welcome!Chapter 1: Welcome!

Chapter 1: Welcome!

Chapter 2: Basic phone information Chapter 2: Basic phone information

Chapter 2: Basic phone information

(Pages 9 ~ 24)

This chapter features the basic information on the mobile phone including the phone layout,

installation of phone components, and procedures that you have to perform before using the

mobile phone.

Chapter 3: Getting started Chapter 3: Getting started

Chapter 3: Getting started

(Pages 25 ~ 64)

This chapter provides information on the display layout, screen icons, and basic phone

operations so you can start using your mobile phone.

Chapter 4: Changing the settings Chapter 4: Changing the settings

Chapter 4: Changing the settings

(Pages 65 ~ 126)

This chapter provides information on how to change the phone settings. It tells you how to

change and customize your call, display, ring tone, and phone security settings.

Chapter 5: Managing the phone book Chapter 5: Managing the phone book

Chapter 5: Managing the phone book

(Pages 127 ~ 156)

This chapter provides information on how to save, share, and manage contact information

using the phone book.

Chapter 6: Messaging features Chapter 6: Messaging features

Chapter 6: Messaging features

(Pages 157 ~ 196)

This chapter provides information on the MMS and SMS messaging features of your mobile

phone including instructions on how to send text, graphics, and audio files to other mobile

phones.

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Chapter 7: Capturing moments Chapter 7: Capturing moments

Chapter 7: Capturing moments

(Pages 197 ~ 228)

This chapter provides information on how to capture photos and videos using the camera.

Chapter 8: Having fun Chapter 8: Having fun

Chapter 8: Having fun

(Pages 229 ~ 236)

This chapter tells you how to play games on your mobile phone, change the ring tone

settings, and browse your captured photos and videos.

Chapter 9: Organizing your stuff Chapter 9: Organizing your stuff

Chapter 9: Organizing your stuff

(Pages 237 ~ 272)

This chapter provides information on how to use the phone organizer for your daily activities.

Chapter 10: Managing calls and customizing manners Chapter 10: Managing calls and customizing manners

Chapter 10: Managing calls and customizing manners

(Pages 273 ~ 294)

This chapter provides information on how to manage the call records and how to select or

customize the phone manner.

Chapter 11:Chapter 11:

Chapter 11:

Surfing the Internet and using value added servicesSurfing the Internet and using value added services

Surfing the Internet and using value added services

(Pages 295 ~ 306)

This chapter tells you how to surf the Internet using your mobile phone and how to access

value-added services offered by your phone operator.

Safety Notice Safety Notice

Safety Notice

(Pages A-1 ~ A-2)

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Safety precautions

For your safety and to keep your phone in good operating condition, read the following tips

and reminders carefully before using your phone.

Do not use

your phone while

driving, unless you use an

earphone or hands-free car kit.

Switch off the phone when you are

inside a hospital or near medical

equipment. Follow hospital rules

and regulations on using devices

that may cause interference.

Switch off the phone while in an

aircraft. Wireless devices may

cause interference in the aircraft

communication and navigation

systems.

Switch off the phone when

refuelling. Do not use the phone

near fuels or chemicals.

Always keep the phone dry and

free from dust.

Do not use the phone where

blasting is in progress. Strictly

observe restrictions where

required.

Use the phone to call for help or

to help others during

emergencies.

Ensure that the phone is

switched off before removing

the battery or SIM card.

Refer phone servicing only to

qualified personnel.

Use only approved accessories

and batteries. Do not connect

incompatible products or

devices.

Use the phone following the

instructions in this user guide.

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Conventions

To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following

conventions used throughout this user guide.

NOTENOTE

NOTE: Tips and information to aid in completing a task.

IMPORTANTIMPORTANT

IMPORTANT: Information that you MUST follow to

complete a task.

CAUTIONCAUTION

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the phone

when trying to complete a task.

WARNINGWARNING

WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when

trying to complete a task.

NETWORK DEPENDENT/SUBSCRIBED FEATURENETWORK DEPENDENT/SUBSCRIBED FEATURE

NETWORK DEPENDENT/SUBSCRIBED FEATURE:

The phone feature is network dependent or subscribed.

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Welcome!

Thank you for choosing the

ASUSASUS

ASUS

®®

®

J103 mobile phone J103 mobile phone

J103 mobile phone!

This phone comes with the latest mobile technology that fits your world into your hands. The

J103 is a dual-band mobile phone with dual LCD, built-in 300K camera, MMS/SMS messaging

capability, organizer, WAP, and GPRS.

With 4 MB memory, J103 allows you to save graphics, audio, video, and text files like no other

mobile phone could match. The J103 mobile phone also comes in a light and compact design

making it a perfect partner whether you’re on or off the road.

With these and many more, J103 is sure to give you a satisfying mobile phone experience.

Package contents

Check your mobile phone package for the following items.

• Contact your retailer if any of the items is damaged or missing.

•Your phone operator may place other items that are not part of the standard mobile

phone package.

J103 mobileJ103 mobile

J103 mobile

phone unitphone unit

phone unit

Lithium-IonLithium-Ion

Lithium-Ion

batterybattery

battery

Battery chargerBattery charger

Battery charger

and plugand plug

and plug

HeadsetHeadset

Headset

User GuideUser Guide

User Guide

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Optional accessoriesOptional accessories

Optional accessories

These phone accessories are optional items and are purchased separately. Ask your phone

operator for details.

Car chargerCar charger

Car charger

Desktop chargerDesktop charger

Desktop charger

Support CDSupport CD

Support CD

USB sync cableUSB sync cable

USB sync cable

USB data transfer cableUSB data transfer cable

USB data transfer cable

This chapter features the basic

information on the mobile phone

including the phone layout,

installation of phone components,

and procedures that you have to

perform before using the mobile

phone.

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Chapter summaryChapter summary

Chapter summary

Phone layout ..................................................................................... 11

Function keys .................................................................................... 13

Multi-color LED indicator ................................................................... 14

Changeable faceplate ........................................................................ 15

Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card .............................................. 16

Battery .............................................................................................. 17

Battery power levels .................................................................. 17

Installing and removing the battery ........................................... 18

Charging the battery.................................................................. 20

Signal strength .................................................................................. 22

LCD displays ...................................................................................... 22

Camera .............................................................................................. 23

Switching the phone ON or OFF ........................................................ 24

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Phone layout

AntennaAntenna

Antenna

CameraCamera

Camera

FlashFlash

Flash

External displayExternal display

External display

SpeakerSpeaker

Speaker

Battery*Battery*

Battery*

Battery latchBattery latch

Battery latch

Strap holderStrap holder

Strap holder

I/O connectorI/O connector

I/O connector

covercover

cover

LED indicatorLED indicator

LED indicator

Front viewFront view

Front view

Back viewBack view

Back view

* The battery comes uninstalled on the J103 mobile phone. Refer to the battery

installation section for instructions on how to install the battery.

ChangeableChangeable

Changeable

faceplatefaceplate

faceplate

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Side view (Left)Side view (Left)

Side view (Left)

Phone layout

Camera/VoiceCamera/Voice

Camera/Voice

dial buttondial button

dial button

I/O connectorI/O connector

I/O connector

(inside the cover)(inside the cover)

(inside the cover)

Volume up buttonVolume up button

Volume up button

Volume down button Volume down button

Volume down button

EarpieceEarpiece

Earpiece

Main displayMain display

Main display

Navigation/Quicklaunch keysNavigation/Quicklaunch keys

Navigation/Quicklaunch keys

Alphanumeric keysAlphanumeric keys

Alphanumeric keys

MicrophoneMicrophone

Microphone

Soft key (left)Soft key (left)

Soft key (left)

Call keyCall key

Call key

Flip topFlip top

Flip top

Soft keySoft key

Soft key

(right)(right)

(right)

On/Off/EndOn/Off/End

On/Off/End

callcall

call

keykey

key

Front view (Open flip top)Front view (Open flip top)

Front view (Open flip top)

ChangeableChangeable

Changeable

faceplatefaceplate

faceplate

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Function keys

When the phone is in idle mode, you can press the following function keys to launch some of

the most common phone functions and features.

Displays the phone book when in idle

mode; performs various functions

depending on the menu level and

screen display

Ends a call; turns the phone ON or OFF

Enters numbers, alphanumeric

characters, and symbols

Launches the phone menu; performs

various functions depending on the

menu level and screen display

Displays the SMS/MMS inbox

Displays the Fun menuDisplays the Camera menu

Answers a call; displays dialed numbers

Puts the phone in active mode;

selects an option; enters data; long

press to launch WAP; shows the

wallpaper in full screen mode

Displays your shortcuts

Press once to launch the camera. Long press to launch the voice command function.

Press this button to decrease the ring tone volume.

Side keysSide keys

Side keys

Press this button to increase the ring tone volume.

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Multi-color LED indicator

The phone comes with a multi-color LED located below the external display. This LED displays

the phone, message, or call status in four different color indications.

LED indicatorLED indicator

LED indicator

Aside from the four-color LED indicator, seven colors are available for caller

identification. You may assign a specific LED color to a phone book entry. See Chapter 9

“Organizing your stuff” for details.

ColorColor

Color

StatusStatus

Status

Purple (flashing) Default (Idle)

Red Battery is charging

Red (flashing) Battery low warning

Green Battery is fully charged

Green (flashing) Missed call

New SMS/MMS message

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Changeable faceplate

The faceplate of the phone can be easily removed and replaced with a different one without

the need for any tools.

To change the faceplate:

3. Press down firmly along all sides until the faceplate snaps

into place.

2. Pick up the new faceplate and align the locking latches at

the bottom of it to the corresponding notches on the

phone.

1. With the front of the phone facing you, wedge your

fingernail into the notch located right above the faceplate .

Carefully pull the faceplate off of the phone, and set it

aside.

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Before removing the faceplate, make sure the phone is

powered off and disconnected from the charger.

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Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card

The phone operator provides you with a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card that stores your

mobile phone number, phone book entries, SMS/MMS messages, graphics, etc. Install the SIM

card before you install the battery.

The SIM card usually comes embedded on a plastic card. Read the SIM card documentation

before removing the SIM card. Remove any rough edges on the SIM card before you install

it to the phone.

To install the SIM card:

1. Position the SIM card (A) over the SIM

card slot with the contacts (golden

connectors) face down, and the nicked

corner (B) matching the notch (C) on the

SIM card slot.

2. Carefully press, then slide the SIM card

into the slot until it fits completely.

• Keep SIM cards out of children’s reach.

• Be careful when handling, inserting, or removing a SIM card to avoid damaging its

contacts.

AA

A

BB

B

CC

C

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Battery power levelsBattery power levels

Battery power levels

The battery icon on both displays helps you

keep track of the remaining battery power, so

you will know when to charge the battery.

Take note of the battery icon indicating the

battery power levels.

Battery

A rechargable Lithium-Ion battery powers your mobile phone. Make sure that the battery is

fully charged before using the phone for the first time. Initial battery charging may take

about eight (8) hours. You can charge the battery when the phone is either on or off.

A battery icon on the main and external displays indicates the battery power level. Refer to

the table below for battery icon indications.

To remove or replace a SIM card:

1. When installed, remove the battery

following the instructions in the next

section.

2. From the dent (A) on the SIM card slot, use

your fingertip to push the SIM card halfway

out of the slot.

3. Carefully pull the SIM card out from the SIM

card slot. Set the SIM card aside.

4. Replace the SIM card following the

instructions in the previous section.

Icon IndicationIcon Indication

Icon Indication

Battery is 55% to 100% full

Battery is 25% to 55% full

Battery is 10% to 25% full

Battery is 0% to 10% full

Battery has low power.

Charging is needed.

AA

A

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Installing and removing the batteryInstalling and removing the battery

Installing and removing the battery

Follow these instructions to install the battery to the mobile phone.

To install the battery:

2. Push the battery to the direction of the

arrow until it clicks in place.

1. Insert the battery hooks to the holes on

the bottom of the battery compartment.

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To remove the battery:

1. Push the battery latch upward until the

battery ejects from the unit.

2. Lift the battery until it is disengaged from

the battery terminals. Set the battery

aside.

These illustrations are for reference only and may not exactly show the actual unit. Colors

were used for emphasis.

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Charging the batteryCharging the battery

Charging the battery

Make sure that the battery is properly installed before charging.

Disconnect the charger from the power source and the plug from the mobile phone

when charging is complete.

To charge the battery:

1. Connect the charger to a power source.

2 Flip open the I/O connector cover on the

side of the phone.

3. Connect the power cable plug to the I/O

connector.

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