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Page 2: User Guide
Nokia 8390 Notes My number Number to call for voice mail Wireless provider’s number Provider’s customer care Model 8390 number Phone type NSB-8 Electronic serial number (IMEI) PIN code User Guide Phone notes Where to get information Wireless service provider...
Page 3 All rights reserved. Includes RSA BSAFE cryptographic or security protocol software from RSA Security. The information contained in this user guide was written for Nokia phone NSB-8. Nokia operates a policy of continuous development. Nokia reserves the right to make changes and improvements to any of the products described in this document without prior notice.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
TOPICS For your safety ........Welcome.
Page 5 NOTES...
Page 6: For Your Safety 1
Find information about your phone....6 Contact Nokia ....... .6 3 Before you begin .
Page 7: The Menu
5 Make and answer calls ....19 Make a call ....... . . 19 End a call.
Page 8: Check Call History
9 Check call history ..... . . 44 Check dialed calls ......44 Check received calls .
Page 9: Personalize Your Phone
12 Personalize your phone....73 What are profiles? ......73 Adjust volume control .
Page 10: Your Personal Digital Assistant
Chat with other phone users ....101 Use picture messages ......103 Use the info message service .
Page 11: Your Phone And Other Devices
22 Troubleshooting ..... . . 148 Nokia One-Year Limited Warranty ..149 Index .
Page 12: For Your Safety
1 For your safety Read these simple guidelines. Breaking the rules may be dangerous or illegal. Further detailed information is given in this manual. SWITCH OFF WHERE PROHIBITED Do not switch on the phone when wireless phone use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger. ROAD SAFETY COMES FIRST Don't use a hand-held phone while driving.
Page 13: Qualified Service
QUALIFIED SERVICE Only qualified personnel may install or repair phone equipment. ACCESSORIES AND BATTERIES Use only approved accessories and batteries. Do not connect incompatible products. WATER-RESISTANCE Your wireless phone is not water-resistant. Keep it dry. BACKUP COPIES Remember to make backup copies of all important data. CONNECTING TO OTHER DEVICES When connecting to any other device, read its user guide for detailed safety instructions.
Page 14: Welcome
2 Welcome You’ll find that your Nokia 8390 mobile phone has many useful features for everyday use, such as a calendar, to-do list, text messaging, and alarm clock. Before you get started, review this chapter to find out more about: •...
Page 15: Look For Updates
Warning: Helps you avoid personal injury, damage to the phone, or property damage. Look for updates From time to time, Nokia updates this user guide to reflect changes or corrections. The latest version may be available online at: http://www.nokiausa.com Also, an interactive tutorial is available online at: www.nokiahowto.com...
Page 16: Learn About Accessibility Solutions
• LEARN ABOUT ACCESSIBILITY SOLUTIONS Nokia is committed to making mobile phones easy to use for all individuals, including those with disabilities. For more information, visit the Nokia World Wide Web site: www.nokiaaccessibility.com Alternate format user guides This user guide is available in alternate formats, including:...
Page 17: Accessible Features
Ability to compose own ring tones with PC Suite Software • FIND INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR PHONE If you ever need to call Nokia Customer Care or your service provider, you will need to provide specific information about your phone. This information is provided on the phone’s label.
Page 18: Have The Phone Or Accessory Handy
Whether you’re calling about your phone or an accessory, have the equipment with you when you call. For example, if you’re calling about a headset, please have it available. If a Nokia representative asks a specific question about the accessory, you will have it available for quick reference.
Page 19: Before You Begin
3 Before you begin Before you begin, you need to prepare your phone for use by installing the SIM card, charging the battery and attaching the headset. • INSTALL THE SIM CARD Important: Switch off the phone before installing the SIM card. With the back of the phone facing you, press and hold the back cover release button.
Page 20: Notes About Sim Cards
Install the SIM card: beveled corner on the right, gold contact area face down. Lower SIM card door and gently slide to lock into place. Notes about SIM cards • Keep all miniature SIM cards out of the reach of small children. •...
Page 21: Charge The Battery
Use the following guidelines to obtain the best performance from your battery: • Recharge your battery only with a charger approved by Nokia. • With your phone turned off, charge your new battery for three hours before its first use. Use the battery until it is fully discharged. Repeat this procedure twice for a total of three charging cycles.
Page 22: Remove The Battery
• The bars on the screen stop scrolling and remain constant when the phone is charged. If you leave the phone connected to the charger, the battery receives an additional charge. • If the battery is completely empty, it may take a few minutes before you can make or receive calls.
Page 23: Set Up Your Headset
• SET UP YOUR HEADSET Your phone comes with a headset you can use while talking on your phone. The headset provides convenient handsfree use of the phone. Connect the headset Plug the headset jack into the bottom of your phone. Put the round ear plug into 1 ear.
Page 24: About Your Phone
4 About your phone • KEYS AND FEATURES Front Power key Earpiece Screen Selection keys scroll keys Talk key End key Number keys Microphone Note: When any key is pressed, the keypad and screen lights stay on for up to 15 seconds. Bottom Charger connection Headset/car kit/loopset connection About your phone...
Page 25 Left side and right side Back Back cover release Earpiece volume buttons InfraRed (IR) port [ 14 ]...
Page 26: Switch On Your Phone
• SWITCH ON YOUR PHONE • Press and hold the power key for a few seconds. The phone may ask for a Personal Identity Number (PIN) or a security code. See “About security codes” on page 87 for more information. Note: Your service provider supplies the PIN code.
Page 27: About The Start Screen
• ABOUT THE START SCREEN When you turn on your phone, the first screen that appears is the Start screen. In the middle of the Start screen, you may see information indicating which wireless network your phone uses. This information can vary between phones. Other indicators and icons appear on this Start screen and are described in the next section.
Page 28 Icons Icons are graphical representations of a specific item or situation. The following table shows examples and tells you what each icon indicates. Icon You have an active call. Indicates the current call. Indicates a call on hold. You have 1 or more new voice messages. You have 1 or more new text messages.
Page 29 Icon What it means The phone book entry is stored to the SIM card. The Countdown timer is running in the background. The Stopwatch is running in the background. You have a new fax message. [ 18 ]...
Page 30: Make And Answer Calls
5 Make and answer calls This chapter tells you how to make and receive calls and how to adjust certain options. • MAKE A CALL Check the signal strength The signal indicator on the left side of your phone’s screen shows the strength of the network radio signal.
Page 31: End A Call
Adjust the earpiece volume during a call • To increase the volume of a call, press the top volume key. • To decrease the volume, press the bottom volume key. If an accessory with its own loudspeaker is connected to your phone, the volume keys adjust the volume for that accessory.
Page 32: Redial The Last-Dialed Number
• REDIAL THE LAST-DIALED NUMBER Press twice. Dial any of the 20 last-dialed numbers Press Scroll to the number you want to redial. Press again. Make and answer calls [ 21 ]...
Page 33: The Menu
6 The menu Your phone offers many functions that are grouped in menus and submenus. Access these menus with the selection keys and scroll keys, or by entering the appropriate shortcut number. • USE THE MENUS Selection keys Below the screen, you will find 2 selection keys.
Page 34: Scroll Bar
The menu Scroll bar While you use your phone’s menus, a scroll bar appears at the far right of the screen. This bar indicates where you are in the menu. Each numbered “tab” on the bar represents a different menu item. For example, press Menu once.
Page 35: List Of Menu Shortcuts
• LIST OF MENU SHORTCUTS Here is an abbreviated list of menu items and their menu shortcuts. Later chapters tell you how to work with the menus and explain their functions. Note: Some items may not appear due to the SIM card configuration and service availability.
Page 36 12 Message settings 1 Default profile (other sets may appear) 1 Message center number 2 Messages sent as 3 Message validity 4 Default recipient number 5 Delivery reports 6 Use GPRS 7 Reply via same center 8 Rename sending profile (depends on SIM card configuration) 2 Call log 1 Missed calls 2 Received calls...
Page 37 8 GPRS connection timer 1 Duration of last session 2 Duration of all sessions 3 Clear timers 3 Profiles 1 Normal 1 Select 2 Customize 1 Ringing options 2 Ringing tone 3 Ringing volume 4 Vibrating alert 5 Message alert tone 6 Keypad tones 7 Warning tones 8 Alert for...
Page 38 3 Call settings 1 Forwarding 1 Forward all voice calls 2 Forward if busy 3 Forward if not answered 4 Forward when phone off or no coverage 5 Forward when not able to take calls 6 Forward all fax calls 7 Forward all data calls 8 Cancel all call forwarding 2 Anykey answer...
Page 39 6 Accessory settings 1 Headset 1 Default profile 2 Automatic answer 2 Handsfree 1 Default profile 2 Automatic answer 3 Lights 3 Loopset 1 Use loopset 2 Default profile 3 Automatic answer 7 GPRS modem settings 1 Active access point 2 Edit active access point 1 Alias for access point 2 GPRS access point...
Page 40 5 Games 1 Select game 1 Snowboarding 2 Snake II 3 Bumper 4 Pairs II 2 Settings 1 Game sounds 2 Game lights 3 Shakes 6 Calculator 7 To-do list 8 Calendar 9 Infrared 10 Extras 1 Voice recorder 2 Voice commands 3 Countdown timer 4 Stopwatch [ 29 ]...
Page 41 11 Services Note: The following menu items depend on network availability. Contact your service provider for more information about network features. 1 Home 2 Bookmarks 3 Service inbox 4 Settings 1 Active service settings 2 Edit active service settings 1 Settings name 2 Homepage 3 Session mode 4 Connection security...
Page 42: Phone Book Menu
12 SIM services Note: For availability, rates and information on using SIM services, contact your SIM card vendor, e.g. network operator, service provider or other vendor. • PHONE BOOK MENU For access to the phone book and its menus, press Start screen.
Page 43: Enter Letters And Numbers
7 Enter letters and numbers You can enter letters and numbers into your phone for a person’s name and phone number, writing a text message, and so on. There are 2 ways to do this: • ABC mode, for making entries in the phone book, entering calendar notes, and renaming caller groups.
Page 44: Change Letter Case
Depending on the selected display language, the following characters may be available. Characters . , ’ ? ! @ “ 1 - ( ) / : _ ABC2 DEF3 GHI4 JKL5 MNO6 Note: Some networks may not support all language-dependent characters.
Page 45: Enter Numbers
Enter numbers To enter numbers, you can: • Press and hold number key to enter a number. • While in ABC mode, press and hold the corresponding number key until the number appears. • If you make a mistake, press Clear to erase the number. •...
Page 46: Predictive Text Input
Your phone uses a built-in dictionary to predict or guess what you are writing. You can also add new words to the dictionary. For example, to write “Nokia” with the English dictionary selected, press: (for N) (for o)
Page 47 Turn off predictive text • To switch from predictive text input to ABC mode, repeat steps 1 - 3 above, then select Prediction off. OR • While writing the message, quickly press between predictive text input and ABC mode. Tip: Your key presses must be quick! Press 1.5 seconds.
Page 48 Use predictive text shortcuts Press Menu 01 1 (Messages > Write message) to write messages using the following shortcuts. Use letter keys for word entry. Press each key only once for each letter. Press to view the next matching word if the underlined word is not the word you intended.
Page 49: Insert Symbols
Insert symbols Press and hold Press Options and scroll to Insert symbol. Scroll to the desired symbol and press Insert. Insert numbers To add a number to the message, press and hold Key in the desired numbers, then press and hold ABC mode.
Page 50: Use The Phone Book
8 Use the phone book Use the phone book to store names, e-mail addresses and phone numbers. • A phone book entry can consist of a number only, a name and number, or a name only. • Names are saved in the phone book memory and/or SIM memory. If you try to save a name that already exists, the phone asks if you want to replace the existing name.
Page 51: Save A Name And Number While In A Call
Save a name and number while in a call Press Options. Scroll to Phone book, then press Select. Scroll to Add entry, then press Select. Enter the name, then press OK. Enter the phone number, then press OK. Save an E-mail address Press Names.
Page 52: Find Names In The Phone Book
• FIND NAMES IN THE PHONE BOOK At the Start screen • Press • Press Names. Find appears highlighted. • Press the number key(s) that match(es) the first letter(s) of the name. While in a call Press Options. Scroll to Phone book and press Select. Find is highlighted.
Page 53: Edit Numbers
• EDIT NUMBERS At the Start screen, recall the stored name, press Details, then press Options. Scroll to Edit number, then press Select. Edit the number, then press OK. • ERASE NAMES AND NUMBERS Erase a stored number At the Start screen: Recall a stored name.
Page 54: About Phone Book Memory
• ABOUT PHONE BOOK MEMORY Your phone has 2 types of memory: internal memory and SIM card memory. You can save names and numbers in either memory. The internal phone memory can store up to 500 names and numbers. The amount of names and numbers you can store in SIM card memory is dependent on SIM card capacity.
Page 55: Check Call History
9 Check call history Your phone provides a call log that registers information about calls you make and receive. The call log keeps track of the following: • Missed calls. • Numbers from which you’ve received calls. • Numbers you’ve dialed. •...
Page 56: Check For Missed Calls
• CHECK FOR MISSED CALLS Your phone saves the numbers and names (if available) of the last 10 callers that have tried unsuccessfully to reach you. The screen tells you how many calls were missed. If the caller’s name and number are stored in memory, that information appears on the screen.
Page 57: Choose Options In Call Lists
• CHOOSE OPTIONS IN CALL LISTS When you view the missed calls, received calls, or dialed calls list and press Options, the following choices appear on your phone’s screen. Choice Shows the date and time of the last call. Use the scroll Call time keys to view up to 5 recent call dates/time for the displayed phone number.
Page 58: Clear Call Lists
• CLEAR CALL LISTS This feature clears all the missed, received, and dialed call lists. Caution: You cannot undo this operation. Press Menu 2 4 (Call log > Clear call lists). Scroll to All, Missed, Received, or Dialed, then press Select. •...
Page 59: Manage Call Costs
TURN ON SUMMARY AFTER CALL Press Menu 4 3 6 (Settings > Call settings > Summary after call). Scroll to On, then press Select. After you end a call, the total time for that call appears briefly on the screen. TURN OFF SUMMARY AFTER CALL Press Menu 4 3 6 (Settings >...
Page 60 • This feature appears only if supported by your service provider and SIM card. Press Menu 2 6 3 (Call log > Call costs > Call cost settings). Scroll to Show costs, then press Select. Enter your PIN2 code, then press OK. Scroll to Currency or Units, then press Select.
Page 61: Check Data Calls
REMOVE A LIMIT Follow steps 1 and 2 above. Scroll to Off, then press OK. • CHECK DATA CALLS In addition to keeping track of voice calls, your phone’s call log records information about data calls. You can check the amount of data transferred over the network via GPRS.
Page 62 Check the connection timer Note: The time is displayed in hours:minutes:seconds format. Press Menu 2 8 (Call log > GPRS connection timer). Scroll to the information you are interested in viewing. Your options include the following: • Duration of last session •...
Page 63: Advanced Calling Features
10 Advanced calling features • ACTIVE CALL OPTIONS Use call waiting This network service lets you receive an incoming call when you’re already in a call. (Contact your service provider for availability.) The phone beeps to let you know of the incoming call. ACTIVATE/CANCEL CALL WAITING Press Menu 4 3 5 (Settings >...
Page 64 END THE ACTIVE CALL Press The held call becomes active. Press Options and scroll to End call. Press Select. THIRD CALL WAITING If you have both an active and a held call and a third call is waiting, follow the following steps to answer the third call and end the other calls. END THE ACTIVE CALL AND HELD CALL TO ANSWER THE WAITING CALL Press Options.
Page 65: Make A New Call
Put a call on hold To put a call on hold, press Hold. To return to the call, press Unhold. Make a new call Enter the second phone number, or recall it from the phone book. Press Press Options. Scroll to New call, then press Select. Enter the second phone number, or recall it from the phone book.
Page 66: End All Calls
SAVE TOUCH TONE STRINGS Store touch tone strings the same way you save phone numbers (see “Save names, numbers, and e-mail addresses” on page 39). For frequently used strings of numbers, you can save an entire sequence of digits in your phone book and send it as a touch tone string. SEND A TOUCH TONE STRING Press Options.
Page 67: Make A Conference Call
To unmute the microphone, press Unmute. Muting and unmuting also affects the microphones of any accessories connected to the phone. Make a conference call This network service allows you to make conference calls with your phone. Check with your service provider for details. Place a call to the first person.
Page 68: Transfer A Call
Scroll to the person you want to drop, then press OK. The other participants can continue talking with each other. Press Options. Scroll to End call, then press Select. Transfer a call When you have 1 active and 1 held call, you can connect the 2 calls and disconnect yourself from the call.
Page 69 Press Menu 4 3 1 (Settings > Call settings > Forwarding). Scroll to one of the following options: • Forward all voice calls • Forward if busy • Forward if not answered • Forward when phone off or no coverage •...
Page 70: Check Call Forwarding Status
Cancel a call forwarding option Press Menu 4 3 (Settings > Call settings). Press Select. Scroll to the call forwarding option you want to cancel, then press Select. Scroll to Cancel, then press Select. Check call forwarding status Press Menu 4 3 1 (Settings > Call settings > Forwarding). Scroll to the call forwarding option you want to check, press Select.
Page 71: Use Automatic Redial
• USE AUTOMATIC REDIAL This feature redials the number you’re trying to call up to 10 times. Note: Automatic redial will not work while you make or answer another call. Activate automatic redial Press Menu 4 3 3 (Settings > Call settings > Automatic redial). Scroll to On, then press Select.
Page 72: Use 1-Touch Dialing
• USE 1-TOUCH DIALING Assign a name and number to a 1-touch dialing location so that when you press this key, the phone automatically dials the associated number. Key 1 is used to access your voice mail. Check with your service provider for details.
Page 73: Make An International Call
Change 1-touch dialing numbers Press Names. Scroll to 1-touch dialing and press Select. Scroll to the key that you want to change, and press Options. Scroll to Change and press Select. Enter a phone number, then press OK. Press Find to recall the number from your phone book. Enter a name, then press OK.
Page 74: Use The Phone Book
• USE THE PHONE BOOK To use phone book menus, begin at the Start screen and press Names. Then, scroll through the menus to select a particular menu or option. Option Find Searches for a specific name. Add entry Enters a new name and number. Edit name Allows you to change a name.
Page 75: Use Voice Features
11 Use voice features The voice features in your phone make communication more convenient. You can check messages from friends or business associates, record a voice memo, and use voice dialing and voice commands for handsfree operation. • ABOUT VOICE MAIL Voice mail is a network feature that allows callers to leave a voice message for you when you are not able to take the call.
Page 76: Save The Voice Mailbox Number
• SAVE THE VOICE MAILBOX NUMBER Press Menu 01 9 2 (Messages > Voice messages > Voice mailbox number). Enter your voice mailbox number, then press OK. Work with 2 phone lines If your particular SIM card supports it, your phone can have 2 phone lines. Your service provider can tell you if your SIM card allows the use of this feature and can give you access to 2 phone lines.
Page 77: Record A Memo
Record a memo Press Menu 10 1 (Extras > Voice recorder). To begin recording, scroll to Record, then press Select. Clearly state your note. When you are finished, press Stop. When Title: appears, enter a name and press OK to save it. Recording saved appears on the screen.
Page 78: Set An Alarm
• Select Edit title to change the name of a memo. Enter the new name and press OK. • Select Erase to delete the memo. Set an alarm You can set an alarm for a voice memo as a reminder to yourself. Note: Voice memo alarms are played only when the phone is on.
Page 79: Use Voice Dialing
• USE VOICE DIALING Your phone’s voice dialing feature allows handsfree operation while you place a call. Before using this feature, you need to create entries in the phone book so you can associate a "voice tag" with a name and number. Add a voice tag to a phone book entry To create entries in the phone book, see “Save names, numbers, and e-mail addresses”...
Page 80: Make A Call Using Voice Recognition
About voice tags Before using voice dialing, note that: • Voice tags are not language dependent. They are dependent on the speaker’s voice. • Voice tags are sensitive to background noise. Record them and make calls in a quiet environment. •...
Page 81: Listen To A Voice Tag
Listen to a voice tag Press Names and scroll to Voice tags. Press Select, then scroll to the name with the voice tag you want to hear. Press Options, scroll to Playback, and press Select. Change a voice tag Press Names and scroll to Voice tags. Press Select, then scroll to the name with the voice tag you want to change.
Page 82 View available functions To see which functions in your phone work with voice commands: Press Menu 10 2 (Extras > Voice commands) and scroll through the list of features. Phone Use a voice tag to select a profile or feature Normal Silent Profiles...
Page 83: Activate A Voice Command
The phone replays then saves the recorded tag. The to commands that have voice tags assigned. Activate a voice command After you associate a voice tag with a phone feature, you can issue a command by speaking the voice tag. There are 3 ways to activate a voice command: If you have the headset attached, press and hold the headset button.
Page 84: Personalize Your Phone
12 Personalize your phone • WHAT ARE PROFILES? Profiles let you set your phone’s sound settings to your environment, whether it’s a meeting or a soccer game. Each profile contains settings for your phone’s ringing option, ringing tone, ringing volume, vibrating alert, message alert tone, keypad tones, and warning tones.
Page 85 Option Ringing options Ringing tone Ringing volume Vibrating alert Message alert tone Keypad tones Warning tones Alert for Profile name What it does Allows you to chose a ringing style. Your choices include Ring, Ascending, Ring once, Beep once and Silent. Allows you to chose from 35 pre-programmed tones.
Page 86: Set A Timed Profile
Nokia Car kit • Nokia Loopset When you connect your phone to an accessory approved by Nokia, the phone automatically selects the matching profile. Note: The setting used with the car kit is called Handsfree. The accessory settings do not appear in the phone’s menu until you connect the headset, car kit or loopset.
Page 87 Use the car setting If you are using your phone with a car kit approved by Nokia, you can set lights to On (lights stay on) or Automatic (after 15 seconds, lights turn off until the next key is pressed or the phone rings).
Page 88: Adjust Volume Control
You set your volume by adjusting the earpiece volume buttons. See “About your phone” for an illustration of volume control keys located on the left side of the 8390. • CHOOSE THE DISPLAY LANGUAGE You can choose your phone’s display language.
Page 89: Select The Time Format
If this is the first time you have set the clock, the phone asks you to enter the date. Enter the date in mmddyyyy format and press OK. Select the time format Press Menu 4 2 1 3 (Settings > Time settings > Clock > Time format). Scroll to 24-hour or am/pm.
Page 90: Use Caller Groups
• USE CALLER GROUPS You can add phone book entries to one of five caller groups, and assign a unique ringing tone or graphic to that group. This enables you to identify callers from that caller group by their unique ringing tone or graphic. A caller group can be as small as 1 person or as large as your entire phone book.
Page 91: Rename A Caller Group
Set your phone to ring only for a caller group You can set your phone to ring only when people from certain caller groups call you, and to be silent for all other call groups. For example, if you do not want to be disturbed unless a family member calls, you would follow these steps.
Page 92 Use group graphics Each caller group has a graphic (picture) associated with it. When you get a call from someone whom you have assigned to a caller group, the graphic associated with that group flashes on the screen. To turn the graphic on for a caller group: Press Names, scroll to Caller groups, and press Select.
Page 93: Download Ringing Tones
• DOWNLOAD RINGING TONES You can download up to 5 ringing tones to replace the Personal entries in your list of ringing tones. For details about this network service, contact your wireless service provider. Notification of received ringing tone When your phone receives a ringing tone, it displays Ringing tone received. Listen to received ringing tones Note: If you press Exit at any time before saving the ringing tone, the ringing tone will be deleted!
Page 94: Remove The Back Cover
• CHANGE XPRESS-ON™ COLOR COVERS To personalize your 8390, you can change the front and back covers. Nokia Xpress-on covers are available in several fashion colors. Extra covers may be purchased from your authorized Nokia dealer. Important: Before changing the cover, always switch off the power and disconnect the phone from any charger or any other device.
Page 95 Change the keypad Lift the keypad from inside the old front cover. Place the keypad into the new front cover. Replace the new front cover To replace the front cover, align the top of the phone with the top of the front cover. Make sure both sets of plastic tabs line up with their slots, as shown at right.
Page 96: Replace The Back Cover
Replace the back cover Direct the back cover towards the locking catches on the phone. Slide the back cover until it locks into place. Personalize your phone [ 85 ]...
Page 97: Manage Phone Security
13 Manage phone security Your phone is equipped with different security features that allow you to do the following: • avoid making accidental calls, • prevent unauthorized use of your phone, and • restrict outgoing or incoming calls. • LOCK THE KEYPAD (KEYGUARD) The keypad lock (Keyguard) disables your keypad to prevent accidental key presses (for example, when your phone is in your pocket or purse).
Page 98: About Security Codes
• ABOUT SECURITY CODES The following table summarizes how different types of security codes are used in your phone. Code Security code Required by several phone features. If phone security is on, the phone requests the security code the first time you use it after installing a new SIM card.
Page 99: Pin Codes
• PIN CODES The PIN and PIN2 codes are 4- to 8-digit numbers that usually come from your service provider along with the SIM card. Use the PIN code to protect your phone and SIM card against unauthorized use. The PIN2 code activates some of your phone’s functions, such as Call cost limit.
Page 100: Puk Codes
Note: If you make a mistake while entering the code, Code Error appears. Start again at step 2 and be careful to enter the correct code. If you enter the wrong code 3 times in a row, the PIN code is blocked.
Page 101: Use Fixed Dialing
• USE FIXED DIALING If supported by your SIM card, this feature lets you restrict your outgoing calls to phone numbers included in the fixed dialing list or beginning with the same digit(s) as an entry in the list. Note: When fixed dialing is set on, calls may be possible to certain emergency numbers in some networks (e.g.
Page 102: Turn On Call Restrictions
Turn on call restrictions Press Menu 4 8 2 (Settings > Security settings > Call restrictions). Scroll through the types of calls you can restrict, and press Select when you see the one you want. Outgoing calls: Calls cannot be made. International calls: Calls cannot be made to foreign countries.
Page 103: Set Up A Closed User Group
• SET UP A CLOSED USER GROUP This network service specifies the group of people to whom you can call and who can call you. Default resets the phone to use a user group that the SIM card owner has agreed upon with the service provider. Note: When calls are limited to Closed User Groups, calls may be possible to certain emergency numbers in some networks (e.g.
Page 104: Select A System
14 Select a system You can select how your phone chooses a wireless network, as there may be more than one available. The selection you make stays active until you change it or change the SIM card. Press Menu 4 4 3 (Settings > Phone settings > System selection). Scroll to Automatic or Manual, then press Select.
Page 105: Communicate With Text Messages
15 Communicate with text messages The text message network service allows you to send short text messages to other phones that have text message capability. You can also ask the service provider to convert the message to other formats such as e-mail and fax.
Page 106 Press Menu, then press Select. Scroll to Message settings, then press Select. Press Select. Scroll to Messages sent as, then press Select. Scroll to Text, E-mail, Paging, or Fax, then press OK. Note: In order to receive a converted message, the recipient needs to have the appropriate terminal device, such as a fax machine, pager, or e-mail account.
Page 107: Write Messages
• WRITE MESSAGES You can use the text message feature to send a short text message to another phone or to send an e-mail message. Tip: Review ABC mode and predictive text input from “Enter letters and numbers” on page 32 before reading this section. Send text messages Press Menu 01 1 (Messages >...
Page 108: Save Messages In The Outbox
Save messages in the outbox When you write a text message, it’s a good idea to save it in the outbox. Then if there is a message delivery problem, you can easily resend the message. While writing the message, press Options. Scroll to Save message, then press Select.
Page 109 FROM THE MESSAGES MENU Press Menu 01 1 (Messages > Write message). Write messages appears briefly, followed by the message screen. Enter a message of up to 160 characters. The number of available characters appears in the top right corner of the screen.
Page 110: Read Text Messages
The number of available characters appears in the top right corner of the screen. Once you have finished writing, press Options, then scroll to Send, then press Select. The e-mail address appears on the screen. Confirm by pressing OK. Enter the E-mail server number and press OK. Confirmation messages appear.
Page 111 Choose text message options While reading or viewing a message, you can choose one of the following options: Choice Erase Allows you to delete the message. Allows you to choose templates, use standard replies “Yes,” “No,” “Thank you,” or compose your own reply Reply from a blank screen.
Page 112: Store Messages
• STORE MESSAGES Messages in the inbox share a given amount of memory in your SIM card and phone memory. When this memory is full and there is no more room to store messages, the message indicator blinks. If you are sent a text message when the memory is full, the phone displays the message No space: message waiting.
Page 113: Start A Chat Session
Start a chat session Press Menu, then press Select. Scroll to Chat, then press Select. Enter the other party’s phone number or recall it from the phone book and press OK. Enter your chat name and press OK. Write your chat message, press Options, then press Send. The reply from the other party is shown above your original message.
Page 114: Use Picture Messages
End your chat session Note: Once you exit your chat session, the messages are deleted automatically. There is no way to save the chat history. From the message screen press Options. Scroll to Quit and press Select. • USE PICTURE MESSAGES Your phone offers you 10 picture message templates under Messages >...
Page 115: Send Picture Messages With Text
Note: The phone number you choose must be able to receive picture messages. Press OK. Send picture messages with text Press Menu 01 1 (Messages > Write messages). Enter your message, then press Options. Scroll to Attach picture, then press Select. Scroll to the picture you want to send, then press View.
Page 116: Use The Service Command Editor
Communicate with text messages • USE THE SERVICE COMMAND EDITOR Use the Service command editor to key in and send service requests (also known as USSD commands) to your service provider. Note: For more information, contact your service provider. [ 105 ]...
Page 117: Your Wireless Internet Browser
16 Your wireless Internet browser Your phone has a built-in browser you can use to connect to selected services on the Internet. You can view weather reports, check news or flight times, view financial information, and much more. • NOTES ON WIRELESS INTERNET ACCESS This section gives a brief overview of wireless Internet technology.
Page 118: Set Up For Browsing
• For information about how to track time spent online, see “Check data calls” on page 50. • For information about sending messages via GPRS, see “Choose other message settings” on page 95. • For information about dial-up connections, refer to “GPRS dial-up connections”...
Page 119: Use Browser Options
Your phone connects to the Internet and to your service provider’s home page. If you see the message Check service settings, the phone may not be set up for browsing. Contact your service provider to make sure that your phone is configured properly. •...
Page 120: Navigate The Wireless Internet
• NAVIGATE THE WIRELESS INTERNET Since your phone’s screen is much smaller than a computer screen, Internet content is displayed in a different format than you may be used to seeing. This section shows simple guidelines for using the phone’s keys to navigate a WAP site.
Page 121: Use Bookmarks
Data entry field: Brackets [ ] around 3 dots appear when you need to enter information. In this example, you can enter your zip code to receive the local weather forecast. • USE BOOKMARKS You can save addresses for your favorite sites as bookmarks. A bookmark helps you find a site again, just as a slip of paper helps you find a page in a book.
Page 122: About Authority Certificates
CLEAR THE CACHE Press Menu 11 (Services). Scroll to Clear the cache, then press Select. CLEAR THE CACHE WHILE BROWSING Press Options. Scroll to Clear the cache, then press Select. About authority certificates To use some WAP services, such as banking services, you need an authority certificate.
Page 123: Notes About Gprs
• NOTES ABOUT GPRS The following icons appear on the screen to show you the status of your GPRS connection. Note: In order to use GPRS, you must first subscribe to the network service. Contact your service provider for details on availability and pricing.
Page 124: Receive A Call While Online
• When needed: the GPRS connection is established when you use the WAP browser and is closed when you exit the WAP browser. Receive a call while online If you are using the WAP browser over GPRS, you can still receive a voice call.
Page 125: Your Personal Digital Assistant
17 Your personal digital assistant Your Nokia 8390 phone has many useful features for organizing your everyday life, including a calendar, to-do list, and alarm clock. In this chapter, you’ll learn how to use your phone as a digital assistant.
Page 126 • For a call note, the phone prompts you to enter a phone number, a name and the time. • For a birthday note, the phone prompts you for the person’s name, date and year of birth. Set the alarm for a meeting note, call note or birthday note by choosing one of the following: •...
Page 127: Make A To-Do List
Choice Allows you to change the date, time, and alarm of Move the note. Allows you to define whether the note should be repeated. You can repeat a note on a daily, weekly or yearly basis. Repeat Note: The birthday note can only be repeated on a yearly basis.
Page 128 Use predictive text for quick note entry When you make a to-do note, you can use the phone’s dictionary to help speed up text entry. For more information see “Predictive text input” on page 35. From the Subject prompt, press Options. Scroll to Predictive text, then press Select.
Page 129: Use The Alarm Clock
• USE THE ALARM CLOCK The alarm clock feature is based on your phone’s internal clock and sounds an alert at a time you specify. The alarm clock works even if you turn your phone off. Set the alarm clock See “Set up the clock”...
Page 130: Turn Off The Alarm Clock
Turn off the alarm clock Press Menu 4 1 (Settings > Alarm clock). Scroll to Off and press Select. • USE THE COUNTDOWN TIMER The countdown timer is like an egg-timer or the timer on your microwave oven. You can enter a specified time, and when the time runs out, your phone sounds an alarm.
Page 131: Use The Stopwatch
BEFORE THE ALARM SOUNDS Press Menu 10 3 (Extras > Countdown timer). Scroll to Stop timer, then press Select. Timer stopped appears on the screen. • USE THE STOPWATCH Your phone has a stopwatch that can be used to track time at sporting events or other occasions.
Page 132: Measure Lap Time
If you split the time more than once, the new measured time appears at the beginning of the list. You can scroll to see previous measured times. Measure lap time You can use the lap time function when you want to track how long it takes to complete each cycle or lap.
Page 133: Share Business Cards
Choose other stopwatch options You can choose the following options when using the Stopwatch. Choice Continue Shows up when the Stopwatch is working in the background. Show last Allows you to view the last measured time. time View times Allows you to browse the saved times. Erase times Allows you to delete the saved times.
Page 134: Use The Calculator
• You can send the information via IR. See Chapter 18 “Your phone and other devices” for details. • You can send the business card as a short text message. Send a business card as a short text message Recall the name from your phone book. Press Details, if shown, or skip to Step 3.
Page 135: Convert Currency
Enter the first number in the calculation. • Press mistakes. • To add, press • To subtract, press • To multiply, press • To divide, press Enter the second number, repeating steps as needed. Press Options. Equals is selected. Press Select. Use the square and square root functions You can use the calculator for finding the square of a number or the square root of a number.
Page 136 CONVERT A CURRENCY AMOUNT Enter the amount to be converted. Press Options. Scroll to To home to convert to domestic units or To foreign to convert to foreign units. Press Select. Your personal digital assistant [ 125 ]...
Page 137: Your Phone And Other Devices
18 Your phone and other devices Your phone can send and receive certain types of data by way of the infrared (IR) port. This is a wireless transfer, so you don’t need a cable or additional software. To connect using IR, the device with which you want to connect must be IrDA (Infrared Data Association) compliant.
Page 138: Infrared Basics
• INFRARED BASICS You can use IR to send and receive phone book entries (business cards) and calendar notes. Make sure the 2 devices are ready for the IR connection. To receive information on your phone, press Menu 9 (Infrared) and then press Select.
Page 139: Send A Business Card To Another Device
Send a business card to another device First, make sure that the other phone or device is set to receive data via its IR port. Refer to the user guide for the receiving device for more information on setting up IR communications. Recall the name from your phone book.
Page 140: Pc Connectivity
• PC CONNECTIVITY You can make a serial connection between your Nokia phone and your Infrared-equipped laptop or desktop PC. Once you establish this IR connection, you can access your phone’s information from your PC, or use your phone as a wireless modem.
Page 141: Nokia Pc Suite
Nokia PC Suite You can use the various components of Nokia PC Suite to do the following: • Make a backup copy of personal data such as contacts and calendar information from your phone to another phone or PC (Content Copier).
Page 142: Gprs Dial-Up Connections
• GPRS DIAL-UP CONNECTIONS When you use your Nokia phone as a wireless modem, you have the option of enabling GPRS connectivity from your PC or laptop computer. Note: Before you can use GPRS for dial-up connections you must first subscribe to the GPRS network service. Contact your service provider for details on pricing and availability.
Page 143: Fun And Games
19 Fun and games • GAME RULES Challenge yourself or a friend to the 4 fun games in your phone. Warning: Your phone must be switched on to use this function. Do not switch on the phone when wireless phone use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger.
Page 144: Snowboarding
• SNOWBOARDING The object of the game is to get a high score by pulling as many tricks as you can. While in the air, the trick indicator will appear. Try to complete tricks by using different key press combinations. Land using the 5 key. Tricks must begin and end on the markers.
Page 145: Reference Information
20 Reference information • BATTERIES, CHARGERS, AND ACCESSORIES This section provides information about the phone’s batteries, accessories, and chargers. Be aware that the information in this section is subject to change as the batteries, chargers, and accessories change. Check the model number of any charger before use with this device. This phone is intended for use when supplied with power from an ACP-7U, an ACP-8U, LCH-8 or an LCH-9 charger.
Page 146: Important Safety Information
Do not short-circuit the battery. Accidental short-circuiting can occur when a metallic object, like a coin, a clip, or a pen causes a direct connection of the + and - terminals of the battery, which are metal strips on the back of the battery. For example, a short-circuiting could occur if you carry a spare battery in your pocket or purse, where the battery could come into contact with objects such as a coin.
Page 147: Operating Environment
After completing your phone conversation, always secure the phone back into its holder; do not place the phone on the passenger seat or place it where it can break loose in a collision or during a sudden stop. Note: The use of an alert device to operate a vehicle’s lights or horn on public roads is not permitted.
Page 148 • Should always keep the phone more than 6 inches (20 cm) from their pacemakers when the phone is switched on. • Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket. • Should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential for interference.
Page 149: Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Potentially explosive atmospheres Switch off your phone if you are in any area that has a potentially explosive atmosphere, and obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire, resulting in bodily injury or even death. You are advised to switch off the phone while at a refueling point (service station).
Page 150: Emergency Calls
• EMERGENCY CALLS IMPORTANT! This phone, like any wireless phone, operates using radio signals, wireless and landline networks, and user-programmed functions. Because of this, connections in all conditions cannot be guaranteed. Therefore, you should never rely solely on any wireless phone for essential communications (for example, medical emergencies).
Page 151 CERTIFICATION INFORMATION (SAR) THIS MODEL PHONE MEETS THE GOVERNMENT'S REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES. Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S.
Page 152 FCC ID LJP NSB-8. For body worn operation, this phone has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with the Nokia accessories supplied or designated for this product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines.
Page 153: Care And Maintenance
• CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your phone is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care. The suggestions below will help you to fulfill any warranty obligations and allow you to enjoy this product for many years. When using your phone, battery, charger, or any accessory: •...
Page 154: Accessories
• ACCESSORIES If you want to enhance your phone’s functionality, a range of accessories is available for you. You can select any of these items to help accommodate your specific communication needs. For availability of these and other accessories, contact your dealer. A FEW PRACTICAL RULES FOR ACCESSORY OPERATION •...
Page 155: Charging Times
The chargers and accessories that are described in this section are available for your phone. Contact your dealer for details. Also, refer to the accessories brochure that was included in your sales package for the entire line of Nokia Original Accessories. ACP-7U Charger ACP-8U Charger 3 hours...
Page 156 Note: When a charger is not in use, disconnect it from the power source. Do not leave the battery connected to a charger for longer than a week, since prolonged maintenance charging of the battery could shorten its life span. If left unused, a fully charged battery will discharge itself over time.
Page 157 Calls are possible during charging. A green light indicates that the charger is ready for charging (when not charging). The battery charging times are the same as those for the Rapid Travel Charger (ACP-8U). The input voltage range is from 11 V to 32 V DC, negative grounding. Avoid prolonged charging with the Rapid Cigarette Lighter Charger (LCH-9) when the car engine is not running;...
Page 158: Technical Information
21 Technical information Weight Size Transmitting power Operating voltage Networks Frequency band Memory locations Technical information 2.9 oz. 83 g. with standard battery Length 96 mm Width 43 mm Depth 17-19 mm GSM1900, 1 W nominal 3.6 V DC 12V DC for car kit GSM 1900 GSM1900 1850 to 1910 MHz (TX)
Page 159: Troubleshooting
22 Troubleshooting This section provides a table that lists some of the most commonly encountered problems and provides possible causes and solutions. Problem My phone isn’t charging. My phone isn’t making/answering calls. I can’t listen to my voice messages. Possible cause The charger and the Securely connect the phone are not properly...
Page 160: Nokia One-Year Limited Warranty
No charge will be made to the Consumer for any such parts. Nokia will also pay for the labor charges incurred by Nokia in repairing or replacing the defective parts.
Page 161 Product by a dated bill of sale or dated itemized receipt. The Consumer shall bear the cost of shipping the Product to Nokia in Melbourne, Florida. Nokia shall bear the cost of shipping the Product back to the Consumer after the completion of service under this limited warranty.
Page 162 The Consumer will be responsible for any expenses related to reinstallation of the Product. e) Nokia will repair the Product under the limited warranty within 30 days after receipt of the Product. If Nokia cannot perform...
Page 163 FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE CONSUMER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. NOKIA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF ANTICIPATED BENEFITS OR PROFITS,...
Page 164 This is the entire warranty between Nokia and the Consumer, and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements or understandings, oral or written, relating to the Product, and no representation, promise or condition not contained herein shall modify these terms.
Page 165: Index
Index Numerics 1-touch dialing assigning a number 61 change a 1-touch number 62 erase a 1-touch number 62 ABC mode 32 accessibility solutions 5 accessibility website 5 accessible features 6 accessories 143 accessory charging stand 146 cigarette lighter charger 145 connection port 13 headset kit 146 loopset 5...
Page 166 block international calls 91 bookmark set while browsing 110 bookmarks 110 Braille 5 browser use bookmarks 110 browser options 108 business cards 122 send as text message 123 send using IR 128 sending 122 cache memory 110 calculator 123 calendar 114 make a note 114 send note 116 set a reminder 115...
Page 167 Data call history 50 Desktop Charging Stand 146 dictionary add word 36 difference between mute and hold 55 disconnect from wireless Internet 110 display language 77 downloading ringing tones 82 e-mail enter in phone book 39 save address 39 e-mail address save 40 e-mail message send 97...
Page 168 headset connect 12 make and answer calls 12 plug in 13 set up 12 use 12 Headset Kit 146 hearing aids 137 help text 23 icons 17 idle screen 16 IMEI 6 in-call options access menus 55 access the phone book 55 conference calls 56 end all calls 55 make a new call 54...
Page 169 Modem setup download 130, 131 Nokia Customer Care phone information 6 request alternate format 5 TTY number 5 Nokia PC Suite 130 Nokia website 130, 131 online help 23 onscreen help 23 pacemaker 136 PC Connectivity 129 PC Suite 130...
Page 170 PC Graphics 130 PC Sync 130 PC/PDA connectivity guide 130 Phone editor 130 transfer graphics from PC to phone 130 transfer phone book info 130 phone antenna 14 back cover 14 care and maintenance 142 check signal 16 frequency bands 147 operating voltage 147 transmitting power 147 turn on 15...
Page 171 Rapid Cigarette Lighter Charger 145 Rapid Travel Charger 145 reception 16 record voice memo 65 redial a call 21 reject a call 20 remove battery 11 restore factory settings 82 restrict calls 90 ringing tones download 82 receive from network 82 scroll bar 23 scroll keys 22 security code 87, 89...
Page 172 time receive network update 78 time format 78 to-do list send as text 117 to-do note 116 touch tones 54 send pause 35 track online usage 50 wireless internet usage 50 troubleshooting 148 TTY 5 update date and time 78 use in-call options 53 use two phone lines 52 user guide...
Page 173 110 security issues 110 sign off 110 sign on 107 Para obtener un manual del usuario en español favor de llamar o enviar un fax al teléfono 1-888-NOKIA-2U, fax 813-249-9619. wireless Internet site examples 109 how to read 109...

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