Appendix D: Glossary - Panasonic EB-GU87 Operating Instructions Manual

APPENDIX D: GLOSSARY

APN
CHAP
Copy
Cut
DTMF Tones
GPRS
GSM
MMS
Network Operator
Password
PIN
PIN2
PUK/PUK2
Registration
Roaming
SMS
Access Point Name. Directs the user to the gateway or the required
service.
Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol. A security feature for the
GPRS network.
Copies selected text from short text message without removing it from
the original message.
Permanently removes selected text from short text message.
Dual Tone Multi-Frequency tones (touch tones) allow you to
communicate with computerized phone systems, voice mailboxes etc.
General Packet Radio Service. A GSM data transmission technique that
transmits and receives data in packets rather than setting up a
continuous channel. It makes very efficient use of available radio
spectrum and users pay only for the volume of data sent and received.
Global System for Mobile Communications. A digital cellular or PCS
network used throughout the world.
Multimedia Messaging Service. Attach images and music to text
messages.
The organization responsible for operating a GSM network.
Used for the control of the Call Bar. Supplied by your wireless service
provider.
Personal Identification Number used for SIM security. Supplied by your
wireless service provider. If the PIN is entered incorrectly 3 times, the
PIN will be blocked.
Personal Identification Number used for the control of Fixed Dial Store
and Call Charge metering. Supplied by your wireless service provider. If
the PIN2 is entered incorrectly 3 times, the PIN2 will be blocked.
PIN/PIN2 Unblocking Key. Used to unblock the PIN/PIN2. Supplied by
your wireless service provider. If the PUK/PUK2 is entered incorrectly 10
times, the PUK/PUK2 will be blocked.
The act of locking on to a GSM network. This is usually performed
automatically by your phone.
The ability to use your phone on networks other than your home
network.
Short Message Service. Transmission of short text messages to and
from mobile phones via the Network Operator's message center.
Appendix D: Glossary 101