PIN (Personal Identification Number)
Security code that protects the phone against unauthorized
use. The PIN is supplied by the service provider with the SIM
card. It may be a four to eight-digit number and can be
changed, as required.
PUK (PIN Unblocking Key)
Security code used to unlock the phone when an incorrect PIN
has been entered three times in succession. The eight-digit
number is supplied by the service provider with the SIM card.
Roaming
Use of your phone when you are outside your home area
(when traveling for example).
SDN (Service Dialing Numbers)
Telephone numbers supplied by your network provider and
giving access to special services, such as voice mail, directory
inquiries, customer support and emergency services.
SIM (Subscriber Identification Module)
Card containing a chip with all the information required to
operate the phone (network and memory information, as well
as the subscriber's personal data). The SIM card fits into a
small slot on the back of the phone and is protected by the
battery.
SMS (Short Message Service)
Network service sending and receiving messages to and from
another subscriber without having to speak to the
correspondent. The message created or received can be
displayed, received, edited or sent.
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Soft Keys
Two keys marked
and
which:
varies according to the function that you are currently
using.
is indicated on the bottom line of the display just above the
corresponding key.
Voice Mail
Computerised answering service that automatically answers
your calls when you are not available, plays a greeting
(optionally in your own voice) and records a message.
on the phone, the purpose of
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