4Section 1: Getting StartedThis section helps you to start using your phone by activatingyour service, inserting and charging the battery, inserting anoptional memory card, and setting up your voicemail.Understanding this User ManualThe chapters of this guide generally follow the same order as themenus and sub-menus in your phone. A robust index for quickreference to most features begins on page 170.Also included in this manual is important safety information thatyou should know before using your phone. You can find thisinformation beginning on page 146.Notes and TipsThroughout this guide are icons and text that are set apart fromthe rest. These are intended to point out important information,quick methods for activating features, to define terms, and more.The definitions for these are as follows:• Notes: Additional information about the current feature, menu, or sub-menu.• Tips: Quick or innovative methods for performing functions related tothe subject at hand.• Important!: Points out important information that could affectperformance, or even damage your phone.Activating Your PhoneIf you purchased your phone at a Verizon Wireless store, it isprobably activated and ready to use. If you have upgraded yourphone or received a new phone by mail, it probably needs to beactivated before you can use it.To activate your phone, follow these steps:1. Visit a Verizon Wireless store to activate your phone, orvisit www.verizonwireless.com, and enter your User ID andpassword in the My Verizon ➔ Manage Your Account optionavailable on the home page.2. When you have accessed the My Account Overview page,select Activate a new phone to display instructions neededto activate your phone online.After gathering the required materials, follow the instructions tocomplete the activation process.Displaying Your Phone Number Press the Main Menu key ➔ Settings ➔ BasicSettings tab ➔ Phone Settings ➔ My Phone Number.
