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06.2015 en
Olympia Business Systems Vertriebs GmbH
Zum Kraftwerk 1
45527 Hattingen
Mobile Phone with Large Keys
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NOVA Plus

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  • Page 1 Mobile Phone with Large Keys NOVA Plus Operating Manual 06.2015 en Olympia Business Systems Vertriebs GmbH Zum Kraftwerk 1 45527 Hattingen...
  • Page 2 NOVA Plus...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents NOVA Plus Contents For Your Safety ......... .
  • Page 4 Contents NOVA Plus Organiser ..........

  • Page 5: For Your Safety

    For Your Safety NOVA Plus Safety Instructions For Your Safety Throughout this document, highlighted texts indicate potential dangers and risks. Safety Instructions Observe the following safety instructions in order to protect yourself from the possibility of personal injury and the product from damage.
  • Page 6 For Your Safety Safety Instructions NOVA Plus CAUTION! Risk of explosion through improper replacement or removal of the lithium battery! Only replace the lithium battery by a type approved by the manufacturer. Risk of hearing damage! The ringing tone is issued via the loudspeaker. Take an incoming call first and then hold the mobile phone to your ear.
  • Page 7 For Your Safety NOVA Plus Safety Instructions ATTENTION! Avoid the risk of property damage to your device and observe the following information! Protect the device from moisture, dust, liquids, chemicals, vapours, heat and direct sunlight. The phone is not waterproof; therefore, keep it dry.

  • Page 8: Intended Use

    For Your Safety Intended Use NOVA Plus Tips concerning the battery Only use batteries and power adapters approved by the manufacturer, otherwise the battery could be damaged. Do not short circuit the battery. Always leave the battery in the mobile phone to avoid accidentally short circuiting the battery contacts.

  • Page 9: General Overview

    General Overview NOVA Plus General Overview This chapter provides information on the individual elements of the mobile phone.

  • Page 10: Keys And Operating Elements

    General Overview Keys and Operating Elements NOVA Plus Keys and Operating Elements The following diagrams illustrate the keys and operating elements which you can use used to exploit the functional scope of the mobile phone to the full. Front View...
  • Page 11 General Overview NOVA Plus Keys and Operating Elements Earpiece Display Left-hand softkey Call key Keypad Star key Menu key Navigation keys, up / down Right-hand softkey 10 On-hook key 11 Hash key...
  • Page 12 General Overview Keys and Operating Elements NOVA Plus Secondary Display and Rear View Important elements are provided on the rear and sides of the mobile phone.
  • Page 13 General Overview NOVA Plus Keys and Operating Elements 12 Function LED (warning of a low battery charge and charging indicator) 13 Secondary display 14 Torch lamp (LED) 15 MicroUSB connection port 16 Charge contacts 17 Camera 18 SOS (emergency call) key...
  • Page 14 General Overview Keys and Operating Elements NOVA Plus Side Views 20 Torch on/off 21 Headphone socket 22 Volume key...

  • Page 15: Scope Of Delivery

    General Overview NOVA Plus Scope of Delivery Scope of Delivery The following are enclosed with the mobile phone supplied: 1 mobile phone 1 USB connection cable 1 lithium ion battery 1 charging cradle 1 quick reference manual 1 charging adapter...

  • Page 16: Start Screen

    General Overview Start Screen NOVA Plus Start Screen The start screen is the standard display which appears when the mobile phone is switched on. Flip the mobile phone open to deactivate the key lock function and activate the start screen in the mobile phone display.
  • Page 17 General Overview NOVA Plus Start Screen Display of the network availability The current network availability is displayed at the top left of the mobile phone screen: Very good Poor The more bars displayed, the better the reception quality. If you use the dual SIM function offered by the mobile phone, the network availability and name of each mobile phone network used are displayed.
  • Page 18 General Overview Start Screen NOVA Plus Display of the time The current time is displayed in the centre of the mobile phone screen. Set the time before using the phone for the first time. Display of the date The current date is displayed in the mobile phone screen underneath the time.

  • Page 19: Secondary Display

    General Overview NOVA Plus Secondary Display Secondary Display The second display screen on the mobile phone is on the front side of the device. When calls and text messages are received or the mobile phone is flipped open, the secondary display is activated and provides a useful overview of...
  • Page 20 General Overview Secondary Display NOVA Plus Display of the network availability The current network availability is displayed at the top left of the secondary display screen: Very good Poor The more bars displayed, the better the reception quality. If you use the dual SIM function offered by the mobile phone, the network availability and name of each mobile phone network used are displayed.

  • Page 21: Putting The Mobile Phone Into Operation

    Putting the Mobile Phone into Operation NOVA Plus Putting the Mobile Phone into Operation This chapter provides information on preparing the mobile phone for use. Before you start, please read the safety information on Pages 5 - 8.

  • Page 22: Inserting The Sim Card

    Putting the Mobile Phone into Operation Inserting the SIM Card NOVA Plus Inserting the SIM Card Before you can start to use the mobile phone, you must insert your SIM card (not included in the equipment supplied) in the phone.

  • Page 23: Inserting A Microsd Memory Card

    Putting the Mobile Phone into Operation NOVA Plus Inserting a MicroSD Memory Card Inserting a MicroSD Memory Card A microSD memory card (not included in the equipment supplied) can be inserted, as an option, in the mobile phone. This increases the quantity of data which can be stored on the mobile phone.

  • Page 24: Inserting The Battery

    Putting the Mobile Phone into Operation Inserting the Battery NOVA Plus Inserting the Battery Before you can use the mobile phone, you must insert the battery in the mobile phone. Insert the battery (1) as illustrated. The shape of the compartment ensures the card cannot be inserted incorrectly.

  • Page 25: Charging The Battery

    Putting the Mobile Phone into Operation NOVA Plus Charging the Battery Charging the Battery When charging the battery for the first time, it should be charged for at least 4 hours. Some batteries only reach their full capacity after several complete charge/discharge cycles.

  • Page 26: Switching The Mobile Phone On And Off

    Putting the Mobile Phone into Operation Switching the Mobile Phone On and Off NOVA Plus Charging the battery with the charging cradle Connect the power plug (1) to a properly installed power socket. Connect the microUSB plug (2) to the USB connection port (3) on the rear side of the charging cradle.

  • Page 27: Using The Mobile Phone

    Using the Mobile Phone NOVA Plus Information on Navigation Using the Mobile Phone This chapter provides information on the ways to operate the mobile phone. Information on Navigation Press the Navigation keys to navigate through the menus and submenus provided by the mobile phone and press the keys to start functions.

  • Page 28: Methods Of Entering Text

    Using the Mobile Phone Methods of Entering Text NOVA Plus Methods of Entering Text You can change the text input method to enter other characters. • Multi-tap, capital letters • Multi-tap, small letters • Digits 123 Multi-tap In order to enter text in multi-tap mode, press the key labelled with the corresponding letter/character.

  • Page 29: Making And Taking Calls

    Using the Mobile Phone NOVA Plus Making and Taking Calls Making and Taking Calls The following descriptions of functions assume that the start screen is displayed as the starting point. Making calls Enter the phone number required. Press the key to delete a digit or press and hold the key for 2 seconds to delete all the digits.
  • Page 30 Using the Mobile Phone Making and Taking Calls NOVA Plus Ending a call You can end calls in progress in various ways. Ending calls using a key Press the On-hook key to end a call in progress. Ending calls by flipping closed Close the mobile phone cover while a call is in progress to end the call.

  • Page 31: Menu Options Available During A Call

    Using the Mobile Phone NOVA Plus Menu Options Available During a Call Menu Options Available During a Call You can change some settings while a call is in progress. Press the key while a call is in progress in order to open the menu during the call.
  • Page 32 Using the Mobile Phone Menu Options Available During a Call NOVA Plus Conference calls You can set-up a conference call, meaning communicating with at least two other parties at the same time. While a call is in progress, navigate to the New call option and dial the phone number required.

  • Page 33: Mobile Phone Menu

    Mobile Phone Menu NOVA Plus Mobile Phone Menu The main mobile phone menu is divided into topically organised groups (submenus). All the most important functions are explained below. Some texts in the menu appear as scrolling text. Wait a moment for the...

  • Page 34: Call History

    Mobile Phone Menu Call Center NOVA Plus Call Center Your mobile phone stores the last numbers dialled, calls received and calls missed in various call lists. If one of the phone numbers received matches an entry in the phone book,...
  • Page 35 Mobile Phone Menu NOVA Plus Call Center Call list options The same options are available for all of the call lists. Call You can call an entry. Press the key. Navigate to Call center Call history . Select the required call list ( Dialled calls Received calls or Missed calls ).
  • Page 36 Mobile Phone Menu Call Center NOVA Plus Send text message You can write and send a text message to the selected entry. Press the key. Navigate to Call center Call history . Select the required call list ( Dialled calls Received calls or Missed calls ).
  • Page 37 Mobile Phone Menu NOVA Plus Call Center Delete You can delete an entry from the call lists. Press the key. Navigate to Call center Call history . Select the required call list ( Dialled calls Received calls or Missed calls ).

  • Page 38: Call Settings

    Mobile Phone Menu Call Settings NOVA Plus Call Settings You can use this menu to define various settings which affect the phoning behaviour of your mobile phone. Send own phone number You can define whether you send your own phone number to the person called with each outgoing call ( Send ID ), not to send it ( Hide ID ) or have this setting defined by your mobile phone provider ( Set by network ).
  • Page 39 Mobile Phone Menu NOVA Plus Call Settings Automatic redialling You can define whether your mobile phone should automatically try and redial a number previously dialled but which was engaged or could not be reached at the time as soon as the mobile detects the line to the person called is no longer busy.

  • Page 40: Phone Book

    Mobile Phone Menu Phone Book NOVA Plus Phone Book The phone book in the phone can store up to 300 entries. You can store other entries on the SIM card.
  • Page 41 Mobile Phone Menu NOVA Plus Phone Book Adding a contact Always enter phone numbers with the country and area codes. When the memory capacity is used up, the corresponding message appears when an attempt is made to store another contact. Before new entries can be stored, old contacts must be deleted.
  • Page 42 Mobile Phone Menu Phone Book NOVA Plus Deleting a contact You can delete a contact from the phone book as follows: Press the key. Navigate to Phonebook . Select the required contact. Select Options Clear and confirm the prompt. The contact is deleted.

  • Page 43: Speed Dialling

    Mobile Phone Menu NOVA Plus Speed Dialling Speed Dialling You can assign speed dialling for up to eight phone book entries to the keys Activating the speed dialling function Firstly, the speed dialling function must be switched on. Press the key.

  • Page 44: Text Messages

    Mobile Phone Menu Text Messages NOVA Plus Text Messages You can use the mobile phone to send and receive text messages (SMS). A standard text message contains 160 characters.
  • Page 45 Mobile Phone Menu NOVA Plus Text Messages Writing text messages Use the function to write short text messages: Extra costs may be incurred for texts in excess of 160 characters. Press the key. Navigate to Messaging Write message . Enter your text.
  • Page 46 Mobile Phone Menu Text Messages NOVA Plus Reply You can send a reply to the sender of the text message received. Press the key. Navigate to Messaging Inbox . Select the required text message. Select Options Reply . Enter your text.
  • Page 47 Mobile Phone Menu NOVA Plus Text Messages Delete You can delete a text message you have received. Press the key. Navigate to Messaging Inbox . Select the required text message. Select Options Clear . Confirm the prompt. The text message is deleted Delete all You can delete all the text messages saved in the Inbox folder.
  • Page 48 Mobile Phone Menu Text Messages NOVA Plus Drafts You can save a text message as a draft in the Draft folder. This provides you access to frequently used texts. Save to drafts You can write a text which you want to save as a draft.
  • Page 49 Mobile Phone Menu NOVA Plus Text Messages Edit You can edit a text which you have already saved as a draft. Press the key. Navigate to Messaging Drafts . Select the required draft message. Select Options Edit . Edit the draft text according to your requirements.
  • Page 50 Mobile Phone Menu Text Messages NOVA Plus Sent messages The text messages sent from your mobile phone can be stored. Press the key. Navigate to Messaging SMS settings Sent messages . Switch the function On or Off . Use the key to switch the function on or off.
  • Page 51 Mobile Phone Menu NOVA Plus Text Messages Delete You can delete a text message you have sent. Press the key. Navigate to Messaging Sent messages . Select the required text message. Select Options Clear . Confirm the prompt. The text message is deleted Delete all You can delete all the texts saved as having been sent.

  • Page 52: Settings

    Mobile Phone Menu Settings NOVA Plus Settings The Settings menu is used to change the basic settings, such as time, language, call settings, telephone settings, network and security settings etc.

  • Page 53: Phone Settings

    Mobile Phone Menu NOVA Plus Phone Settings Phone Settings You can define the basic settings for the mobile phone, such as language, time, date, back-lighting etc. Time and date Set the time and date before using the mobile phone for the first time.
  • Page 54 Mobile Phone Menu Phone Settings NOVA Plus Scheduling switching on/off The mobile phone can be switched on or off automatically at a time you define. Press the key. Navigate to Settings Phone settings Schedule power on/off Power on . Select a time.
  • Page 55 Mobile Phone Menu NOVA Plus Phone Settings Battery charge status indicator An icon is provided on the front of the mobile phone which indicates the charge status of the battery. You can define whether the icon should indicate whether the battery is almost fully discharged and/or the battery is being charged.

  • Page 56: Security Settings

    Mobile Phone Menu Security Settings NOVA Plus Security Settings You can define your own individual PIN and phone lock password. You can deactivate the request for your PIN from the SIM card if so required. The risk here is, should you lose your mobile phone, the data stored on it could be misused by third-parties and subsequent costs could be charged to you.
  • Page 57 Mobile Phone Menu NOVA Plus Security Settings The PIN is stored on the SIM card. If you give your SIM card to someone else or insert it in another mobile phone, the newly entered PIN is valid. If you forget your PIN, you can reset the SIM card to its default settings after entering the PUK.

  • Page 58: Network Settings

    Mobile Phone Menu Network Settings NOVA Plus Network Settings The mobile phone searches for and automatically selects the mobile network assigned to the SIM card or mobile phone provider (network operator). The presettings in this menu are set-up by the SIM card or network operator.

  • Page 59: Bluetooth

    Mobile Phone Menu NOVA Plus Bluetooth Bluetooth The Bluetooth function, a standard for wireless data transfer, can be used to exchange data with other Bluetooth-capable devices free of charge. Switching Bluetooth on/off You can switch the function on or off.

  • Page 60: Restore Factory Settings

    Mobile Phone Menu Restore Factory Settings NOVA Plus Device name You can assign your mobile phone a name via which it can be identified and located under other Bluetooth-capable devices. The default setting for the mobile phone is the name BT DEVICE.

  • Page 61: Emergency Call Function (Sos Key)

    Mobile Phone Menu NOVA Plus Emergency Call Function (SOS Key) Emergency Call Function (SOS Key) The acoustic alarm signals is very loud and can cause hearing damage if sounded close to the ear. Hold the mobile phone away from your ear if you press the SOS key.
  • Page 62 Mobile Phone Menu Emergency Call Function (SOS Key) NOVA Plus Call chain Set whether the emergency call numbers should be called once or repeatedly. If the telephone chain function is activated, all the phone numbers stored are dialled in succession in 3 complete cycles. This ensures that the emergency call function is not interrupted by answering machines or mailboxes.

  • Page 63: Low Battery Power Alert

    Mobile Phone Menu NOVA Plus Low Battery Power Alert Low Battery Power Alert The alert function in the case low battery power can be used to initiate the dispatch of a text message to any phone numbers informing you that the battery in your mobile phone is almost empty and must be recharged.

  • Page 64: Automatic Handsfree Function

    Mobile Phone Menu Automatic Handsfree function NOVA Plus Number list You can set-up a list, not exceeding five phone numbers, to which the text message should be sent. Press the key. Navigate to Settings Charge remind Number List . Select an empty storage location ( <Empty> ).

  • Page 65: Shortcut

    Mobile Phone Menu NOVA Plus Shortcut Shortcut The mobile phone is equipped with a so called Shortcut ("quick access") key. The Camera and Phone Book functions can be started simply by pressing the key. When the mobile phone is in Standby mode, press the navigation key (up) .

  • Page 66: Organiser

    Organiser Shortcut NOVA Plus Organiser The organiser contains helpful functions, such as pocket calculator, alarm clock and calendar, for use in planning organisation.

  • Page 67: Calendar

    Organiser NOVA Plus Calendar Calendar The calendar provides an overview of the days, weeks and months of the year. Press the key. Navigate to Organizer Calendar . An overview of the current month with the weekdays appears. Use the keys to navigate horizontally and the keys to navigate vertically.

  • Page 68: Alarm Clock

    Organiser Alarm Clock NOVA Plus Alarm Clock You can use the mobile phone as an alarm clock. You can set up to five different alarms. Press the key. Navigate to Organizer Alarm . Select the required alarm. Select Edit .

  • Page 69: Tasks

    Organiser NOVA Plus Tasks Setting the ringing tone Select Alarm tone . Select the required ringing tone. Select OK . The setting is saved. Alert type You can define how the mobile phone should provide its alert signals, Vib. only , Vib. and ring or Vib. then ring .
  • Page 70 Organiser Tasks NOVA Plus Due time Enter the date on which the task is to be completed. Alarm Define the time at which you want to be reminded of the due time of the task. Select Options Select . Select the required entry.

  • Page 71: Multimedia

    Multimedia NOVA Plus Multimedia There is a camera and a radio integrated in your mobile phone.

  • Page 72: Camera

    Multimedia Camera NOVA Plus Camera Use the camera to take photos at any time and any place. Observe local regulations and respect other peoples' rights of privacy. Press the key. Navigate to Multimedia Camera . The subject in front of the camera lens appears on the mobile phone screen.
  • Page 73 Multimedia NOVA Plus Camera Camera settings You can define the camera settings regarding the ambient conditions, scene mode, white balance and self-timer. Navigate to Options Camera settings . Adjust and define the settings as required. Open the Camera settings menu and press the key in the individual menu options to select the required setting.

  • Page 74: Radio

    Multimedia Radio NOVA Plus Radio The mobile phone is equipped with an integrated radio with which you can receive radio stations in the FM frequency range. The headphone serves as the antenna. The radio only works when the headphone is connected.
  • Page 75 Multimedia NOVA Plus Radio Manual input Enter the transmission frequency manually to access a radio station directly. Navigate to Options Manual input . Enter the transmission frequency of the radio station. Select Options Save . You will hear the manually entered radio station.
  • Page 76 Multimedia Radio NOVA Plus Loudspeaker You can set the radio up so that it can be played via the telephone loudspeaker as well as the headset. Exposure to the receiver earpiece at full volume for a long period could cause ear damage.

  • Page 77: File Manager

    File Manager NOVA Plus File Manager The file manager enables you to manage the memory of the mobile phone and memory of a microSD card if inserted. Press the key. Navigate to Multimedia File manager . You can manage the files according to your needs.

  • Page 78: User Profiles

    User Profiles NOVA Plus User Profiles A user profile compiles diverse settings, such as ringing tone, ringing volume, vibration alert, text message tones, volume, switching on/off tones and other acoustic signals, together in a personalised menu. You have the option of selecting one of the preinstalled user profiles ( General ,...
  • Page 79 User Profiles NOVA Plus Activating a user profile Press the key. Navigate to User profiles . Select the user profile required. Select Options Activate . The user profile selected is activated. Customising a user profile You can adapt your user profile according to your needs.
  • Page 80 User Profiles NOVA Plus Ringing tone for incoming call You can select one of the 20 different ringing tones available to be played when a call is received. You can select a ringing tone and a short time later the selected tone is played briefly.
  • Page 81 User Profiles NOVA Plus Key tone You can define whether your mobile phone should issue an acoustic signal when the keys on the keypad are pressed. Navigate to Keypad Options Change . Select the required setting. Select Save . The setting is saved.
  • Page 82 User Profiles NOVA Plus Tone on flipping the mobile phone open You can define whether the mobile phone should issue an acoustic signal when the mobile phone is flipped opened. You can select a ringing tone and a short time later the selected tone is played briefly.

  • Page 83: Picture Dialling

    Picture Dialling NOVA Plus Picture Dialling You can assign pictures to your favourite contacts. These pictures are displayed in the picture menu. On selecting a picture, the phone number of the contact assigned to the picture is dialled.
  • Page 84 Picture Dialling NOVA Plus You can transfer your own pictures from a computer to the mobile phone or the memory card and set them up for picture dialling. To ensure optimal display quality of the pictures, only use photos with a resolution of 80 x 80 pixels.
  • Page 85 Picture Dialling NOVA Plus Dialling via pictures You can call the phone book entry by selecting the corresponding picture. You can then see the person to be called on the screen before actually making the call. Select Pic. . Press the key assigned to the required picture dialling contact. The picture dialling contact is dialled.

  • Page 86: Other Important Information

    Other Important Information Troubleshooting NOVA Plus Other Important Information Troubleshooting Problems Solutions The mobile phone No battery inserted. cannot be switched on. Battery is not charged. Battery is defective. Place the mobile phone correctly in the charging unit or connect the power adapter properly.

  • Page 87: Technical Data

    -10 °C to 40 °C at 30% to 75% rel. humidity CE Mark Olympia Business Systems Vertriebs GmbH, Zum Kraftwerk 1, 45527 Hattingen hereby declares that this device in fulfils the basic requirements and other relevant provisions stipulated in the Directive 1999/5/EC. The CE mark on the device confirms its conformity.

  • Page 88: Sar Information

    CE Mark SAR Information NOVA Plus SAR Information Information on radio frequency emissions and specific absorption rates (SAR = Specific Absorption Rate). All the applicable safety standards related to radio frequency emissions were implemented during the development of this mobile phone.

  • Page 89: Disposal

    CE Mark NOVA Plus Disposal Disposal In order to dispose of your device, take it to a collection point provided by your local public waste authorities (e.g. recycling centre). According to laws on the disposal of electronic and electrical devices, owners are obliged to dispose of old electronic and electrical devices in a separate waste container.

  • Page 90: Maintenance

    CE Mark Maintenance NOVA Plus Maintenance • Clean the housing surfaces with a soft, fluff-free cloth. • Do not use and solvents or cleaning agents. Guarantee Dear Customer, we are pleased that you have chosen this equipment. In the case of a defect, please return the device together with the receipt and...
  • Page 91 NOVA Plus Battery Factory settings, 60 Battery charge, 17, 20 File manager, 77 Charging, 25 Inserting, 24 Bluetooth, 59 Getting started Inserting a microSD memory card, 23 Inserting the battery, 24 Call history, 34 Inserting the SIM card, 22 Switching the mobile phone on, 26...
  • Page 92 NOVA Plus Phone book, 40 Speed dialling, 43 Adding contacts, 41 Activating, 43 Calling a contact, 41 Adding contacts, 43 Deleting a contact, 42, 85 Calling contacts, 43 Phone book settings, 42 Start screen, 16, 19 Memory status, 42 Starting up, 21 Preferred storage location, 42 Switching the mobile phone off.
  • Page 93 NOVA Plus...
  • Page 94 © Please note that the copyright for this operating instruction manual lies with Olympia and, therefore, may not be copied or sold. The data and information in the operating instruction manual is only intended for personal use. Subject to technical modifications and changes to the content.

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