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Page 2: User Guide
Nokia 8390 User Guide Phone notes Notes Where to get information Wireless service provider My number Wireless service provider Number to call for voice mail Wireless Wireless service provider provider’s number Provider’s Wireless service provider customer care 8390 Model number...
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
Find information about your phone....7 Contact Nokia ....... .7 3 Before you begin.
Page 5 5 Make and answer calls ....18 Make a call ....... . . 18 End a call.
Page 6 Check for missed calls......43 Choose options in call lists.....43 Clear call lists .
Page 7 Adjust volume control ......74 Choose the display language....74 Set up the clock .
Page 8 Use the info message service ....100 Use the service command editor ....100 16 Your wireless Internet browser .
Page 9 22 Troubleshooting ..... . . 140 23 Nokia One-Year Limited Warranty ..141 Index .
Page 10: Safety First
Safety first 1 Safety first Read these simple guidelines before you use your phone. Failure to comply with these guidelines may be dangerous or illegal. • SAFETY GUIDELINES Following are important safety precautions for phone use. Road safety comes first Do not use a hand-held phone while driving.
Page 11: Be Aware Of Interference
Emergency calls Make sure the phone is switched on and in service. If the word Clear appears on the screen above the right selection key, press and hold it to clear the display. Enter the emergency number, then press . Give your location. Do not end the call until told to do so.
Page 12: Welcome
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 13: Notice Text Conventions
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 at the Nokia site on the World Wide Web: http://www.nokia.ca...
Page 14: Understand Wireless Network Services
When you sign up for service, make sure your provider offers the services you need. • 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...
Page 15: Alternate Format User Guides
Large print Audiocassette E-text (electronic documents on a 3.5-inch disk, in Microsoft Word or WordPerfect format) For availability, call Nokia Interaction Center at 1-888-226-6542 or 1-905-427-1373. LPS-3 Mobile Inductive Loopset The LPS-3 Mobile Loopset gives people with T-coil equipped hearing aids the ability to make and receive calls without noise interference.
Page 16: Find Information About Your Phone
Welcome • FIND INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR PHONE If you ever need to call Nokia Interaction Center or your service provider, you will need to provide specific information about your phone. This information is provided on the phone’s label. The label is on the back of the phone (under the battery).
Page 17: 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 18: Before You Begin
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. 1 With the back of the phone facing you, press and hold the back cover release button.
Page 19: Install The Battery
7 Install the SIM card: beveled corner on the right, gold contact area face down. 8 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 20: Charge The Battery
Battery full appears also, if the phone is on. 4 Disconnect the charger from the phone. • IMPORTANT BATTERY INFORMATION • Recharge your battery only with a charger approved by Nokia. • You can switch the phone on and use it for calls while the battery is charging.
Page 21: Remove The Battery
• REMOVE THE BATTERY Important: Switch off the phone before removing the battery. Important: Do not puncture or burn the battery. Please recycle or dispose of properly. 1 With the back of the phone facing you, press and hold the back cover release button.
Page 22: About Your Phone
About your phone 4 About your phone • KEYS AND FEATURES Front Power key Earpiece Display Selection keys scroll keys Talk key End key Number keys Microphone Note: When any key is pressed, the keypad and display lights stay on for up to 15 seconds. Bottom Charger connection Headset/car kit/loopset connection [ 13 ]...
Page 23 Left side and right side Earpiece volume buttons IR port Back Back cover release [ 14 ]...
Page 24: Switch On Your Phone
About your phone • SWITCH ON YOUR PHONE • Press and hold the power key for more than a second. The phone may ask for a Personal Identification (PIN) code or a security code. See “About security codes” on page 83 for more information.
Page 25: 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 26 About your phone Icons Icons are graphical representations of a specific item or situation. For example, this icon appears when you have a voice message waiting to be heard. (Some systems use a different method.) The rest of this section shows examples of each icon that can appear on your phone and tells you what these icons indicate.
Page 27: 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 28: End A Call
Make and answer calls 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 29: 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 two selection keys.
Page 30: About Menu Shortcuts
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 31: 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 32 The menu 5 Delivery reports 6 Use GPRS 7 Reply via same center 8 Rename sending profile 2 Call log 1 Missed calls 2 Received calls 3 Dialed numbers 4 Clear call lists 1 All 2 Missed 3 Dialed 4 Received 5 Call timers 1 Duration of last call 2 Duration of all calls...
Page 33 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 Accepted caller groups 9 Profile name 3 Timed 2 Silent 3 Meeting 4 Outdoor 5 Pager...
Page 34 The menu 2 Anykey answer 3 Automatic redial 4 1-touch dialing 5 Call waiting 6 Summary after call 7 Send own caller ID 8 Line for outgoing calls 4 Phone settings 1 Language 2 Cell info display 3 System selection 4 Confirm SIM service actions 5 Help text activation 6 Start-up tone...
Page 35 7 GPRS modem settings 1 Active access point 2 Edit active access point 1 Alias for access point 2 GPRS access point 8 Security settings 1 PIN code request 2 Call restrictions 1 Outgoing calls 2 International calls 3 International calls except to home country 4 Incoming calls 5 Incoming calls if roaming 6 Cancel all call restrictions...
Page 36 The menu 6 Calculator 7 To-do list 8 Calendar 9 Infrared 10 Extras 1 Voice recorder 2 Voice commands 3 Countdown timer 4 Stopwatch 11 Services 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...
Page 37 5 Data bearer 3 Appearance settings 1 Text wrapping 2 Show images 4 Download settings 1 Cookies 5 Authority certificates 5 Go to address 6 Clear the cache 12 SIM services (If supported by your SIM card and service provider) [ 28 ]...
Page 38: Phone Book Menu
The menu • PHONE BOOK MENU 1 For access to the phone book and its menus, press to return to the Start screen. 2 Press Names. These options may be available, depending on your SIM card: 1 Find 2 Add entry 3 Edit name 4 Erase 5 Copy...
Page 39: 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 two ways to do this: • ABC mode, for making entries in the phone book, entering calendar notes, and renaming caller groups.
Page 40 Enter letters and numbers Depending on the selected display language, the following characters may be available. Characters Characters . , ’ ? ! @ “ 1 - ( ) / : _ PQRS7 ABC2 TUV8 DEF3 WXYZ9 GHI4 space, 0 JKL5 (See page 32 for details.) MNO6...
Page 41: Enter Numbers
Enter numbers To enter numbers, you can: • Press and hold and switch to 123 mode. Press the appropriate number key to enter a number. • While in ABC mode, press and hold the corresponding number key until the number appears. As with the ABC mode, if you make a mistake: •...
Page 42: 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 43 Turn off predictive text • To switch from predictive text input to ABC mode, repeat steps 1 through 3 above, then select Prediction off. OR • While writing the message, quickly press twice to switch between predictive text input and ABC mode. Tip: Your key presses must be quick! Press two times in about 1.5 seconds.
Page 44 Enter letters and numbers 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 45: Insert Symbols
Insert symbols 1 Press and hold until the symbol screen appears. Press Options and scroll to Insert symbol. 2 Scroll to the desired symbol and press Insert. Insert numbers 1 To add a number to the message, press and hold 2 Key in the desired numbers, then press and hold to return to ABC mode.
Page 46: Use The Phone Book
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. •...
Page 47: Save A Name And Number While In A Call
Save a name and number while in a call 1 Press Options. 2 Scroll to Phone book, then press Select. 3 Scroll to Add entry, then press Select. 4 Enter the name, then press OK. 5 Enter the phone number, then press OK. Save an E-mail address 1 Press Names.
Page 48: Find Names In The Phone Book
Use 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 matches the first letter(s) of the name. While in a call 1 Press Options.
Page 49: Edit Numbers
• EDIT NUMBERS 1 At the Start screen, recall the stored name, press Details, then press Options. 2 Scroll to Edit number, then press Select. 3 Edit the number, then press OK. • ERASE NAMES AND NUMBERS Erase a stored number At the Start screen: 1 Recall a stored name.
Page 50: About Phone Book Memory
Use the phone book • ABOUT PHONE BOOK MEMORY Your phone has two 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 51: 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 52: Check For Missed Calls
Check call history • 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 display.
Page 53: Clear Call Lists
Choice What it does Allows you to edit the displayed number and save it Edit with a name to your phone book. number Allows you to enter a name for the number and save Save both to your phone book. Add to Allows you to save the number to an existing name in name...
Page 54: Manage Call Costs
Check call history View the call duration 1 Press Menu 2 5 (Call log > Call timers). 2 Scroll to Duration of last call, Duration of all calls, Duration of received calls, or Duration of dialed calls. Reset call timers to 0 1 Press Menu 2 5 (Call log >...
Page 55: Clear Call Cost Counters
Clear call cost counters 1 Press Menu 2 6 3 (Call log > Call costs > Call cost settings). 2 Scroll to Clear counters, then press Select. 3 Enter your PIN2 code, then press OK. Show costs in units or currency This feature allows you to choose either units or currency when the phone shows call costs.
Page 56: Check Data Calls
Check call history SET A LIMIT 1 Press Menu 2 6 3 (Call log > Call costs > Call cost settings). 2 Scroll to Call cost limit and press Select. 3 Enter your PIN2 code (see “About security codes” on page 83), then press OK.
Page 57 Clear the data counter 1 Press Menu 2 7 (Call log > GPRS data counter). 2 Scroll to Clear counters, then press Select. 3 Enter your security code, then press OK. Check the connection timer Note: The time is displayed in hours:minutes:seconds format. 1 Press Menu 2 8 (Call log >...
Page 58: Advanced Calling Features
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 1 Press Menu 4 3 5 (Settings >...
Page 59 END THE ACTIVE CALL Press The held call becomes active. 1 Press Options and scroll to End call. 2 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.
Page 60: Make A New Call
Advanced calling features Put a call on hold 1 To put a call on hold, press Hold. 2 To return to the call, press Unhold. Make a new call 1 Enter the second phone number, or recall it from the phone book. 2 Press 1 Press Options.
Page 61: 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 37). 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 1 While in an active call, press Options.
Page 62: Make A Conference Call
Advanced calling features 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. 1 Place a call to the first person.
Page 63: Use Call Forwarding
Transfer a call When you have one active and one held call, you can connect the two calls and disconnect yourself from the call. Note: Your network must support this feature. Contact your service provider for availability. During a call, press Options, scroll to Transfer, then press Select. •...
Page 64: Cancel Call Forwarding
Advanced calling features • Forward all fax calls • Forward all data calls • Cancel all call forwarding 2 Press Select. 3 Activate is highlighted; press OK. 4 Select To voice mailb. Select To other no. 5 If you choose To other no., enter the phone number to which you want to forward calls, then press OK.
Page 65: Use Anykey Answer
• USE ANYKEY ANSWER This feature allows you to press any key to answer an incoming call. Note: Anykey answer does NOT work with the Power button, (left and right selection keys). Turn on Anykey answer 1 Press Menu 4 3 2 (Settings > Call settings >...
Page 66: Use 1-Touch Dialing
Advanced calling features Note: This feature may not be available in all wireless systems. Contact your service provider for details and availability. Also note that this feature is effective only when you call a number that is equipped with caller ID. Note: This feature may not be available in this version of this product.
Page 67: Make An International Call
Activate 1-touch dialing 1 Press Menu 4 3 4 (Settings > Call settings > 1-touch dialing). 2 Scroll to On, then press Select. Call a 1-touch dial number From the Start screen, press and hold the appropriate key, or press the key then press The phone dials the number.
Page 68: Use The Phone Book
Advanced calling features • 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 Action Searches for a specific name. Find Add entry Enters a new name and number.
Page 69: 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 70: Save The Voice Mailbox Number
Use voice features • SAVE THE VOICE MAILBOX NUMBER 1 Press Menu 01 8 2 (Messages > Voice messages > Voice mailbox number). 2 Enter your voice mailbox number, then press OK. Note: The number can be up to 32 digits long. Work with two phone lines If your particular SIM card supports it, your phone can have two phone lines.
Page 71: Record A Memo
Record a memo 1 Press Menu 10 1 (Extras > Voice recorder). 2 To begin recording, scroll to Record, then press Select. 3 Clearly state your note. When you are finished, press Stop. Title: appears on the screen. Key in a name for the recording and press OK to save it.
Page 72: Set An Alarm
Use voice features 2 Scroll to one of the following options: • Select Playback to listen to the memo. • Select Edit title to change the name of a memo. Key in 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.
Page 73: 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 74: Make A Call Using Voice Recognition
Use voice features • Voice tags are sensitive to background noise. For best results, record them in a quiet environment. • If you delete a name, any associated voice tag is also deleted. • The recording process stops automatically. Pressing Quit cancels the recording.
Page 75: Use Voice Commands
Change a voice tag 1 Press Names and scroll to Voice tags. 2 Press Select, then scroll to the name with the voice tag you want to change. 3 Press Options, scroll to Change, and press OK. The phone displays Press Start, then speak after tone. 4 Press Start, then say the new name.
Page 76 Use voice features Phone Use a voice tag to select a profile or activate a feature feature General Silent Profiles Meeting Outdoor Pager Voice Call voice mailbox mailbox Activate infrared Infrared Voice Record recorder Add a voice tag for the command 1 Press Menu 10 2 (Extras >...
Page 77: Activate A Voice Command
Activate a voice command After you associate a voice tag with a phone function, you can issue a command by speaking the voice tag. There are three ways to activate a voice command: 1 If you have the headset attached, press and hold the headset button. Press and hold Names.
Page 78: Personalize Your Phone
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 79 Ascending: The ringing volume starts low and increases with successive rings. Ring once: The phone rings once. Beep once: The phone makes a short beep. Silent: The phone sounds no tone. Keypad tones, warning tones, and message alert tones are turned off, and the icon appears at the top of the screen.
Page 80 Personalize your phone 6 Press OK to select the volume or continue scrolling to select a different volume. If you select Level 5, you see a note stating Select maximum volume for ringing tone?. Press Select to confirm the setting. Also when you select Level 5, the phone starts ringing at Level 4, then ascends to Level 5.
Page 81: Rename A Profile
Car kit (CARK130) • Loopset (LPS-3) When you connect your phone to one of the above listed Nokia- approved accessories, the phone automatically selects the matching profile. Note: The profile used with the car kit is called Handsfree. [ 72 ]...
Page 82 Personalize your phone The accessory profiles do not appear in the phone’s menu until you connect the headset, car kit or loopset. Accessory profile allows you to adjust settings related to the accessory, such as ring tone. Set automatic answer This profile lets your phone answer incoming calls after just one ring.
Page 83: Adjust Volume Control
Set up car profile If you are using your phone with a Nokia-approved car kit, 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 84: Select The Time Format
Personalize your phone Note: If you entered the time in the 24-hour format, am and pm do not appear. 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 1 Press Menu 4 2 1 3 (Settings >...
Page 85: Use Caller Groups
• USE CALLER GROUPS You can create groups of names in your phone book and give each group a different ringing tone. When someone from that group calls, you’ll know because of the ringing tone. Add names to a caller group The name you add to a caller group must first be stored in the phone book.
Page 86: Assign Group Graphics
Personalize your phone Assign 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: 1 Press Names, scroll to Caller groups, and press Select.
Page 87: Download Ringing Tones
• DOWNLOAD RINGING TONES You can download up to five ringing tones and add them to 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 88: Change Xpress-On™ Color Covers
Personalize your phone • 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: Always store the phone with the cover attached.
Page 89 Change the keypad 1 Lift the keypad from inside the old front cover. 2 Place the keypad into the new front cover. Replace the new front cover 1 To replace the front cover, align the top of the phone with the top of the front cover.
Page 90: Replace The Back Cover
Personalize your phone Replace the back cover 1 Direct the back cover towards the locking catches on the phone. 2 Slide the back cover until it locks into place. [ 81 ]...
Page 91: 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 92: About Security Codes
Manage phone security • ABOUT SECURITY CODES The following table summarizes how different types of security codes are used in your phone. For more Code Purpose information Security code Required by several phone See “Clear call lists” features. If phone security is on page 44, “Reset on, the phone requests the call timers to 0”...
Page 93: Pin Codes
• PIN CODES The PIN (Personal Identity Number) 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.
Page 94: Puk Codes
Manage phone security • PUK CODES The PUK (Personal Unblocking Key) and PUK2 codes are 4- to 8-digit codes that also usually come from your service provider along with the SIM card. The PUK code unblocks a blocked PIN code, and the PUK2 code unblocks a blocked PIN2 code.
Page 95: Restrict Calls
Note: If you turn fixed dialing on and do not have any numbers in the fixed dialing list, you cannot make any calls! Note: When fixed dialing is set to on, calls may be possible to certain emergency numbers in some networks (such as 911 or other official emergency numbers).
Page 96 Manage phone security Outgoing calls: Calls cannot be made. International calls: Calls cannot be made to foreign countries. International except to home country: When abroad, calls can be made only within the current country and to your home country (that is, the country where your home network operator is located).
Page 97: 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 (such as 911 or other official emergency number).
Page 98: Select A System
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. 1 Press Menu 4 4 3 (Settings >...
Page 99: 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 100 Communicate with text messages 1 Press Menu, then press Select. 2 Scroll to Message settings, then press Select. 3 Press Select. Scroll to Messages sent as, then press Select. 4 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 101: 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 30 before reading this section. Send text messages 1 Press Menu 01 1 (Messages >...
Page 102: Resend A Message From The Outbox
Communicate with text messages Resend a message from the outbox 1 Press Menu, then press Select. 2 Scroll to Outbox, then press Open. 3 Scroll to the message you want to resend, then press Select. The message appears on the screen. 4 Press Options and scroll to Send.
Page 103: Read Text Messages
FROM THE PHONE BOOK First you must have an e-mail address entered into the phone book. See Chapter 8 “Use the phone book” for more details. 1 Press , then scroll to the person you to whom you want to send an email.
Page 104 Communicate with text messages Choose text message options While reading or viewing a message, you can choose one of the following options: Choice What it does Erase Allows you to delete the message. Allows you to choose templates, use standard replies Reply “Yes,”...
Page 105: Store Messages
• STORE MESSAGES The inbox and outbox share a given amount of memory in your SIM card. 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 106: Change Your Nickname
Communicate with text messages 3 Enter the other party’s phone number or recall it from the phone book and press OK. 4 Enter your chat name and press OK. 5 Write your chat message, press Options, then press Send. The reply from the other party is shown above your original message. 6 Press OK to clear the screen and reply to the message.
Page 107: 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. 2 Scroll to Exit and press Select. • USE PICTURE MESSAGES Your phone offers you 10 picture message templates under Messages >...
Page 108: Send Picture Messages With Text
Communicate with text messages 4 Press Options, scroll to Send, then press Select. 5 Recall or enter the phone number to which you want to send the picture message. Note: The phone number you choose must be able to receive picture messages.
Page 109: Use The Info Message Service
• USE THE INFO MESSAGE SERVICE With the info message network service, you can receive short text messages on various topics, such as weather and traffic conditions, from your service provider. Info message selections can be found under Messages > Info messages.
Page 110: Your Wireless Internet Browser
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. •...
Page 111: Set Up For Browsing
• For information about how to track time spent online, see “Check data calls” on page 47. • For information about sending messages via GPRS, see “Choose other message settings” on page 91. • For information about dial-up connections, refer to “GPRS dial-up connections”...
Page 112: Use Browser Options
Your wireless Internet browser • USE BROWSER OPTIONS The Services menu gives you the options shown in the following list. Some service providers may have customized the options on the Services menu. Contact your service provider for more information if any of the options shown here are not available.
Page 113: General Guidelines For Using The Phone Keys
General guidelines for using the phone keys • Use the scroll keys to browse the WAP site. • To select a highlighted item, press • To enter letters and numbers, press the keys • To enter special characters, press the key.
Page 114: Use Bookmarks
Your wireless Internet browser • 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. Set a bookmark while browsing You can add up to 25 bookmarks.
Page 115: Notes About Gprs
About authority certificates To use some WAP services, such as banking services, you need an authority certificate. Using the certificate can help you to improve the security of connections between your phone and a WAP server. You can download the certificate from a WAP page if the WAP service supports the use of authority certificates.
Page 116: Set Up An Automatic Connection
Your wireless Internet browser Set up an automatic connection If the network supports an automatic connection, you can choose to have the GPRS context created as soon as you turn your phone on. The connection stays on in the background all the time, as long as you have network coverage. You can take advantage of this continuous connection when browsing the Internet.
Page 117: Make An Emergency Call While Online
Make an emergency call while online If you are using GPRS to connect to the Internet, you can end your data connection and then make an emergency call. 1 To close your Internet connection, simply press 2 Enter the emergency number for your present location (for example, 911 or any other official emergency number—emergency numbers vary by location).
Page 118: Your Personal Digital Assistant
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 119 • For a birthday note, the phone prompts you for the person’s name, date and year of birth. 5 Set the alarm for a meeting note, call note or birthday note by choosing one of the following: • Alarm on •...
Page 120: Make A To-Do List
Your personal digital assistant Choice What it does Go to date Allows you to jump to a certain date. Allows you to send the calendar note to another phone via IR, smart messaging or as a short text message. Send note See “Send calendar note to another device”...
Page 121: Use The Alarm Clock
Choose other to-do options When you view a to-do note, you have the following options: Choice What it does Allows you to view the selected note. View Allows you to add a new note. Erase Allows you to delete a note. Edit Allows you to modify the contents of a note.
Page 122: Use The Countdown Timer
Your personal digital assistant 3 Press OK. 4 Select either am or pm and press Select. Note: Step 4 is necessary only if you have selected 12-hour format. Manage the alarm PHONE ON • Press Stop to shut off the alarm. •...
Page 123: Use The Stopwatch
Set the countdown timer 1 Press Menu 10 3 (Extras > Countdown timer), then press Select. 2 Enter 2 digits for hours, 2 digits for minutes, then press OK. 3 Enter a note, then press OK. Change the time After you’ve set the timer, you can change the time. 1 Press Menu 10 3 (Extras >...
Page 124: Measure Split Time
Your personal digital assistant 2 Scroll to Split timing, then press Select. 3 Press Start. The running time appears on the display. Measure split time You can use the split time function at a long distance race when you need to pace yourself.
Page 125: Share Business Cards
Stop the clock Press Stop to end the time measurement. Save the time 1 While the clock is running, press Stop, then Options. 2 Scroll to Save, enter a name for the measurement, then press Select. If a name is not entered, the total time is used as a title. Choose other stopwatch options You can choose the following options when using the Stopwatch.
Page 126: Use The Calculator
Your personal digital assistant There are two ways to send a business card: • 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 1 Recall the name from your phone book.
Page 127: Convert Currency
Add, subtract, multiply and divide 1 Press Menu 6 (Calculator). 2 Enter the first number in the calculation. • Press to enter a decimal point and press Clear to erase any mistakes. • To add, press once ( appears) • To subtract, press twice (- appears) •...
Page 128: Your Phone And Other Devices
(for example, another phone, computer, or handheld device). Your Nokia phone is a Class 1 Laser Product. Note: The phone must be switched on to use this function. Do not switch on the phone when the use of a wireless phone is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger.
Page 129: Infrared Basics
• INFRARED BASICS You can use IR to send and receive phone book entries (business cards) and calendar notes. 1 Make sure the two devices are ready for the IR connection. 2 To receive information on your phone, press Menu 9 (Infrared) and then press Select.
Page 130: Send A Business Card To Another Device
Your phone and other devices 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.
Page 131: 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 132: Nokia Pc Suite
Your phone and other devices 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 133: 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 134: Fun And Games
Fun and games 19 Fun and games • GAME RULES Challenge yourself or a friend to the four fun games in your phone. Important: 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 135: Snowboarding
• SNOWBOARDING Note: This feature may not be available in this version of the product. If there is no snowboarding option on the menu, this product version does not support this feature. The object of the game is to get a high score by pulling as many tricks as you can.
Page 136: Reference Information
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. This phone is intended for use when supplied with power from an ACP-7U, an ACP-8U, or an LCH-9 charger.
Page 137: 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. An example of 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 138: Operating Environment
Reference information 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 139 • 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 140: Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Reference information 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 141: 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 142: Certification Information (Sar)
Reference information • CERTIFICATION INFORMATION (SAR) THIS MODEL 8390 PHONE MEETS GOVERNMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES Your mobile phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by Industry Canada.
Page 143: 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 144: Accessories
Reference information • 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 service provider.
Page 145: Chargers And Other Accessories
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. Note: When a charger is not in use, disconnect it from the power source.
Page 146 Reference information Standard Travel Charger (ACP-7U) This is a lightweight (187 g) and durable AC charger. To use the Standard Travel Charger, plug it into a standard 120 V AC wall outlet and connect the lead from the charger to the base of your phone. Note: If the battery is completely empty, you cannot use the phone until it has enough charge to operate.
Page 147 Desktop Charging Stand (DCD-1) Used together with the Standard Travel Charger (ACP-7U) or the Rapid Travel Charger (ACP-8U), the Desktop Charging Stand is an stylish choice when you need your phone close at hand, always ready for calls. This charging stand allows you to charge your phone’s battery in an upright, obtainable position on your desk.
Page 148: Technical Information
Technical information 21 Technical information Weight 2.9 oz. Size Length 97mm Width 43 mm Depth 17-19 mm Transmitting power GSM1900, 1 W nominal Operating voltage 3.6V DC 12V DC for car kit Networks GSM 1900 Frequency band GSM1900 1850 to 1910 MHz (TX) 1930 to 1990 MHz (RX) Memory locations 250 in phone...
Page 149: Troubleshooting
22 Troubleshooting This section provides a table that lists some of the most commonly encountered problems and provides possible causes and solutions. Problem Possible cause Possible solution My phone is not The charger and the Securely connect the charging. phone are not properly charger to the phone.
Page 150: Nokia One-Year Limited Warranty
Nokia will void the warranty; 2. This warranty covers normal consumer use and does not cover defects or damage to any product which, in the sole opinion of Nokia, has been subject to: improper storage, exposure to moisture or dampness, exposure to fire, sand, dirt, windstorm, lightning, or earthquake;...
Page 151 In order to obtain warranty performance, return the defective unit to the Nokia Service Centre with transportation charges prepaid (Shipping of the repaired unit may be paid by Nokia, in which case Nokia shall have risk of loss or damage during this shipment).
Page 152 For products being returned to Nokia or its authorized service centres, the service provider/retailer/dealer shall prepay shipping charges, taxes, duties, insurance. Nokia shall have no risk for loss or damage during this shipment. NOTE: As warranty is automatically registered, no further action is required by the consumer.
Page 153: Index
Index answer call with any key 56 answer waiting call 49 antenna Numerics contact 15 1-touch dialing how to hold the phone 15 assigning a number 57 location 14, 15 change a 1-touch number 58 performance 15 erase a 1-touch number 58 anykey answer 56 audiocassette 6 authority certificates 106...
Page 154 browser options 103 certification information 133 business cards 116 chat 96 send as text message 117 change nickname 97 send using IR 121 view history 97 sending 116 check volume 16 clock 12 hour 75 cache memory 105 24 hour 75 calculator 117 alarm 112 calendar 109...
Page 155 e-mail address make a call while online 107 save 38 phone symbols 106 e-mail message receive a call while online 107 send 93 graphics emergency call associate with caller group 77 make while using GPRS 108 emergency calls 2, 132 handsfree operation 66 end a call 19 headset...
Page 156 International Mobile Equipment language 74 Identification 7 English 74 French 74 Internet phone support 74 connect with your phone 102 Spanish 74 IR beam 1 Large print 6 IR connection lights between 2 phones 119 car profile 74 check status 120 keypad and display 13 phone symbols 120 lock codes...
Page 157 Nokia Customer Care phone book phone information 7 add entry 30 request alternate format 6 erase names and numbers 40 Nokia PC Suite 123 features 29 Nokia website 123 find names 39 make a call 18 memory 41 online help 21...
Page 158 power key 13 predictive text input 33 Safety guidelines 1 add word 34 SAR 133 example 33 scroll bar 21 language support 33 scroll keys 20 shortcuts 35 security code 83 turn off 34 default 85 turn on 33 security features use keys 35 keyguard 82 profile...
Page 159 user guide alternate formats 6 T9 33 audiocassette 6 talk key 18 Braille 6 technical information 139 disk copy 6 text conventions 4 e-text 6 text message Large print 6 copy to calendar 95 PC/PDA connectivity guide 123 send e-mail 93 updates 4 text messages user guide conventions 4...
Page 160 16 wireless network services 5 increase 19 write messages keypad tones 69 with built-in dictionary 33 ringing 70 www.nokia.com 123 www.nokiaaccessibility.com 5 WAP 101 WAP broswer 103 use phone keys 104 WAP page active link 104 enter information 104...
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Nokia 8390 User Manual

1 Safety First

2 Welcome

3 Before You Begin

4 About Your Phone

5 Make and Answer Calls

6 The Menu

7 Enter Letters and Numbers

8 Use the Phone Book

9 Check Call History

10 Advanced Calling Features

11 Use Voice Features

12 Personalize Your Phone

13 Manage Phone Security

14 Select a System

15 Communicate with Text Messages

16 Your Wireless Internet Browser

17 Your Personal Digital Assistant

18 Your Phone and Other Devices

19 Fun and Games

20 Reference Information

21 Technical Information

22 Troubleshooting

23 Nokia One-Year Limited Warranty

Index

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