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Wireless-G
TM
Phone for Skype
User Guide
Model No.
WIP320
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Wireless-G Phone for Skype Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are subject to change without notice. Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries. Copyright © 2006 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. WARNING: This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause
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Wireless-G Phone for Skype IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR TELEPHONE EQUIPMENT, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOUD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK AND INJURY, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING. • This device for indoor use only! Read and follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Do not use this product near water, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool. Do not place this product on an unstable tab
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Wireless-G Phone for Skype BATTERIES Use only the battery type listed in the instruction manual. Do not use lithium batteries or non- rechargeable batteries that may damage the handset and charger. Do not dispose of the battery in a fire, as they can explode. Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and can cause damage to the eyes or skin. It can be toxic if swallowed. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Avoid contact with metal objects when handling the battery. The
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Wireless-G Phone for Skype Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome 1 What’s in This User Guide? 2 Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Phone for Skype 3 3 The Bottom Panel 3 The Front Panel 4 The Handset’s Side Panel 5 The Handset’s Back Panel 6 Chapter 3: Getting Started 7 Overview 7 Charging the Phone’s Battery 8 First Time Phone Use 9 Wireless-G Phone for Skype Access Point 10 First Time Connection to a Network 11 Chapter 4: Using the Wireless-G Phone for Skype 12 Overview 12
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Wireless-G Phone for Skype Changing Your Password 26 Privacy 27 Skype Settings 28 The Handset’s Display Screen Icons 34 Changing the Network Connection 37 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 40 Common Problems and Solutions 40 Frequently Asked Questions 42 Default Settings 43 Country Codes 44 Appendix B: Specifications 54 Environmental 54 Appendix C: Regulatory Information 56 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. 56 Environment and Safety 56 Compliance Information
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Wireless-G Phone for Skype Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G Phone for Skype. It will allow you to make PC-to-PC phone calls using Skype through your broadband internet connection. The Wireless-G Phone for Skype also supports PC-to- phone calls through SkypeOut™ dialing. In addition you can receive calls from a phone if you have SkypeIn™. The Wireless-G Phone for Skype gives you cordless convenience, so you don't have to sit in front of your compu
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Wireless-G Phone for Skype What’s in This User Guide? This guide covers the steps for installing and using the Wireless-G Phone for Skype. Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter describes the Wireless-G Phone for Skype applications and this User Guide. Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Phone for Skype This chapter describes the physical features of the phone. Chapter 3: Getting Started This chapter explains how to connect and set up the Wireless-G Phone for Skype. Chapter 4: Using
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Wireless-G Phone for Skype Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Phone for Skype The Bottom Panel The USB mini-B port for the Wireless-G Phone for Skype is located on the bottom panel of the phone. Use the USB mini-B port to connect the included AC adapter to the phone to charge its battery. Figure 2-1: USB mini-B port Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Phone for Skype 3
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Wireless-G Phone for Skype The Front Panel The phone’s buttons and their functions are described in the table below. Icon Button Name Function Soft keys Press a soft key for a displayed menu function. In the phone displayed on this page (Figure 2-2), you would press the left soft key for Menu and the right soft key for Contacts. Navigation pad Move the Navigation button up or down to scroll through menus and settings. You can also press the Navigation button to select a highlighted menu item
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Wireless-G Phone for Skype Icon Button Name Function Keypad Lock/ To lock or unlock the keypad, press the left soft key and then the Alpha/Star key unlock key + Numeric Keypad Press the keys on the Numeric Keypad to enter letters and numbers in the Phone. When entering text, press the keys until the letter you want is displayed on the LCD screen. Headset port The Handset’s Side Panel If you have a 2.5 mm headset (optional), you can plug it into the headset port. Figure 2-3: Handset side p
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Wireless-G Phone for Skype The Handset’s Back Panel The handset’s battery compartment is located on the back panel. For directions on how to insert the batteries, refer to “Chapter 3: Getting Started.” Battery Compartment Figure 2-4: Handset back panel 6 Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Phone for Skype The Handset’s Back Panel
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Wireless-G Phone for Skype Chapter 3: Getting Started Overview This chapter provides Wireless-G Phone for Skype initial use instructions. It describes how to install and charge the battery, first time phone use and connecting to a network. Inserting and Charging the Phone’s Battery 1. Remove the battery compartment cover by sliding it downwards. 2. Insert the battery with the metal contacts facing the contacts at the bottom of the battery compartment. 3. Replace the battery cover by sliding it
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Wireless-G Phone for Skype Charging the Phone’s Battery 1. Connect the small end of the included AC power adapter to the USB mini-B port on the bottom of the phone. 2. Plug the other end of the adapter into a standard electrical outlet. You will see a charging indicator on the LCD screen When the battery charging indicator remains solid green, the battery is fully charged and ready for use. Figure 3-2: USB mini-B port NOTE: Allow the battery to charge for eight hours before initial use. Chapter
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Wireless-G Phone for Skype First Time Phone Use Startup When you turn on the phone for the first time, you will be asked to: Review the agreement. Use the navigation button to move up or down. Read the agreement and press Accept to proceed. Figure 3-3: Agreement review NOTE: The phone automatically dims and turns off the LCD display when the phone is not in use. If this happens while you are configuring the phone, press any key to turn the display back on and continue configuring the phone.
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Wireless-G Phone for Skype Wireless-G Phone for Skype Access Point The Wireless-G Skype phone requires a wireless connection to a Wi-Fi access point to operate. The access point must also have an internet connection to make Skype calls. You can configure the phone to connect to a specific wireless network or search for “open” networks. Wireless network information is stored in the phone’s memory as “Preferred Networks” that are searched for each time the phone is powered on. When powering on
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Wireless-G Phone for Skype First Time Connection to a Network After you accept the Skype agreement, your phone will search for available wireless networks. A list will display with the available network(s) in range. Use the navigation pad to scroll to the network you want to use. Press Options. You can then choose to: Connect to the selected network View the network details Search again Add a network manually If the network has a lock next to the name, a security key is required to conn
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Wireless-G Phone for Skype Chapter 4: Using the Wireless-G Phone for Skype Overview This chapter explains how to use the features of the Wireless-G Phone for Skype. Skype Services Navigation Pad To make SkypeOut calls to traditional or mobile phones, you need to purchase Skype Credit. Right Soft Key Left Soft Key To use SkypeIn, you need to purchase a SkypeIn number. Call Power/ To use Skype Voicemail, you need to purchase a voicemail subscription. End Call Visit www.skype.com for more informa
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Wireless-G Phone for Skype Entering Names, Numbers and Special Characters Use the handset number keys to enter text, numbers or symbols. Entering or Deleting Letters, Numbers, Symbols and Special Characters Press the star, alpha key to change between uppercase and lowercase letters or numeric characters. Alpha modes also display some special characters. Press the # key for symbols including the @ sign. Figure 4-2: Symbols Press and release 0 (zero) to add a space. Press and hold 0 (zero
