Nokia 6185i User Manual

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  • Page 1 User Guide...
  • Page 2: Retractable Antenna

    Keys (Power key) Press and hold to turn your phone on or off. Earpiece Press the scroll keys up or down during a call to adjust the lis- tening volume. (Scroll keys) Scroll through menus, sub- menus, and the phone book. Press and hold for continuous scrolling.
  • Page 3: Indicators And Icons

    Indicators and Icons You have an active call. The phone is waiting for you to enter numbers or text. You have turned off your phone’s keypad tones, warning tones, message alert tones, and set your ringing tone to Keyguard has been activated to help prevent any accidental keypresses.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. Safety At A Glance ....1 2. Getting Connected....3 Attaching your battery.
  • Page 5 Call timers ........26 Call waiting ........27 Caller ID .
  • Page 6 Minibrowser ....... . . 48 Missed calls........53 Mobile messaging.
  • Page 7 6. Receiving mobile messages ... . . 82 About mobile messages ......82 When you receive a mobile message .
  • Page 8: Safety At A Glance

    1. Safety At A Glance Read these simple guidelines before using your phone. Failure to comply with these guidelines may be dangerous or illegal. Note: For more detailed safety information, “Important Safety Information” on page 104. Road Safety Comes First Don’t use a hand-held phone while driving;...
  • Page 9: Using This Guide

    FCC/Industry Canada Notice Your phone may cause TV or radio interference (for example, when using a telephone in close proximity to receiving equipment). The FCC/Industry Canada can require you to stop using your telephone if such interference cannot be eliminated. If you require assistance, contact your local service facility.
  • Page 10: Getting Connected

    2. Getting Connected This section will help you understand the ins and outs of charging and using your battery. Attaching your battery Simply place the battery in the grooves on the back of your phone. Then slide the battery upward until it clicks.
  • Page 11: When Is Charging Complete

    If your phone displays Not charging, charging is suspended. Check that the battery is connected only to an approved charging device. If the battery is very hot or cold, wait for a while; charging will automatically resume after the battery is restored to its normal operating temperature. If charging still fails, contact your dealer.
  • Page 12: Removing The Battery

    Charging times depend on the type of battery and charger used. For approximate charging and operating times, see “Batteries” on page 97. Can you make calls while charging? Yes, you can. But your battery may not charge while a call is in progress (depending on which charger you are using).
  • Page 13: Important Battery Information

    Important Battery Information • The battery can be charged and discharged hundreds of times but it will eventually wear out. When the operating time (talk time and standby time) is noticeably shorter than normal, it is time to buy a new battery.
  • Page 14: Cool Features

    • Leaving the battery in hot or cold places, such as in a closed car in summer or winter conditions, will reduce the capacity and lifetime of the battery. Always try to keep the battery between 59º F and 77º F (15º C and 25º...
  • Page 15: Using Your Phone

    3. Using Your Phone The first few days you have your phone, play with it to learn how the menu and submenu system works. The more you learn how to access these menus and submenus, the more fun you’ll have with your phone. This section describes the different methods of using your phone menus and submenus.
  • Page 16: Scrolling Through The Main Menu

    Scroll key Use the scroll key to navigate through your phone’s menus and submenus. You can also use it to scroll through names and numbers in your phone book. Also, when editing names and numbers (for example, numbers in your phone book), you may notice a cursor flashing within the name or number.
  • Page 17: Menu And Submenu Numbering

    Menu and submenu numbering When you scroll to a menu or submenu, the menu number and/or submenu number appears on the display above the scroll bar. If you become familiar with these numbers, you can use them as shortcuts for accessing different menus.
  • Page 18: Summary Of Menu Items And Shortcuts

    Summary of Menu Items and Shortcuts Messages ... 0-1 Text messages Write new ...0-1-1-1 Inbox...0-1-1-2 Outbox ...0-1-1-3 Saved...0-1-1-4 Erase ...0-1-1-5 All read ... 0-1-1-5-1 All in inbox... 0-1-1-5-2 All in outbox... 0-1-1-5-3 All saved... 0-1-1-5-4 Voice messages Listen to voice messages...0-1-2-1 Voice mailbox number...0-1-2-2 Clear voice message icon Welcome note...
  • Page 19 Silent ... 3-2 Meeting ... 3-3 Outdoor ... 3-4 Pager ... 3-5 Handsfree ... 3-6 Headset ... 3-7 1 - Menu items that appear under the Normal profile also appear under all other profiles, but the second digit of the shortcut differs.
  • Page 20 System ...5 Home only Automatic A Automatic B Analog 1 - The list of menu items may differ according to service provider. Games ...6 Memory ... 6-1 Snake ... 6-2 Logic ... 6-3 Dice ... 6-4 Calculator ...7 Calendar ...8 Minibrowser ...9 1 - Availability depends on your arrangement with your service...
  • Page 21: The Basics

    4. The Basics You have purchased a powerful phone, with lots of features. Read this section for some very basic information on how to use your phone. A more comprehensive description of your phone is covered in “Your Phone A to Z” starting on page 18. Switching the phone on and off Press and hold the phone on or off.
  • Page 22: Making A Call

    15 minutes, at which time it will display No service if none is found. The phone will periodically continue to search for service. Note: The phone will not work in analog mode while searching for digital service. Checking signal strength When at the start screen (see page 10) or in a call, the strength of the radio signal is indicated by the signal indicators on the left side of your...
  • Page 23: Ending A Call

    Emergency calls Note: See “Emergency calls” on page 36. Ending a call Press Answering a call Press any key except Note: This assumes that Anykey answer (Menu 4-1-4) is set to On and Keyguard (see next paragraph) is not activated. If keygaurd is activated, you must press answer the call.
  • Page 24: Deactivating Keyguard

    Deactivating Keyguard • Press Unlock, then • Press and hold then press OK Answering a call with Keyguard active Only the key will answer the call. After you end the call, Keyguard automatically becomes active again. Some notes about Keyguard •...
  • Page 25: Your Phone A To Z

    5. Your Phone ABC/abc mode This allows you to enter upper and lower case alphanumeric characters into your phone. This is necessary for entering names and numbers into your phone book, as well as editing any existing alphanumeric characters. See “Entering text and numbers” on page 38 for more information.
  • Page 26 Enter time you wish to set alarm (for example, enter 07:00 to set the alarm to 7:00; remember if your clock is 24-hour or am/pm). Existing digits will be replaced with the new alarm time. Press OK. Note: Step 4 appears only if you have selected am/pm format.
  • Page 27: All Calls Timer

    All calls timer This feature keeps track of the approximate time you have spent on all calls with your phone. Note: See “Call timers” on page 26 Anykey answer This feature allows you to answer an incoming call by pressing any key except for this feature is On.
  • Page 28: Calculator

    Your phone will redial the number you’re trying to call up to 3 times after you hear a quick, busy signal. Press Quit to stop the call attempts. Activating automatic redial Press Menu 4-1-2 (Settings - Call settings - Automatic redial), then scroll to On and press OK.
  • Page 29: Calendar

    Calendar The calendar helps you keep track of appointments, birthdays or meetings. It can even sound an alarm when it’s time for you to make a call or go to a meeting. Warning: Your phone must be switched on to use this feature.
  • Page 30 Option 1: View day notes With this option, you can view the notes of the day currently on display. (If there are no notes associated with the day, No notes for selected day appears.) Scroll through the notes. Each note allows you to choose the following Options: Erase clears the note from your calendar.
  • Page 31: Call Forwarding

    Option 5: Go to date Enter the date you wish to go to. Option 6: Set the date Enter the day and month (using two-digit fields) and year (using a four-digit field), then press OK. Note: This option is necessary only if network date and time is not available.
  • Page 32: Call Log

    Call forwarding options Forward all calls forwards all incoming calls. Forward if busy forwards calls only when you’re on the phone. Forward if not answered forwards calls if you don’t answer. Forward if out of reach forwards calls if you are out of the serving wireless network.
  • Page 33: Call Restrictions

    Use number allows you to view the number stored in the call log, save it in your phone book, or dial the number by pressing Save allows you to save the number into your phone book. Erase will erase the number from the call list. Call restrictions This feature allows you to restrict incoming and outgoing calls to and from certain numbers.
  • Page 34: Call Waiting

    Note: Current call timer can be accessed by pressing Details while using the Last call timer. See page 34 for details. All calls displays call duration of all calls made since timers have last been reset (see page 31 for details on how to clear call timers).
  • Page 35: Caller Id

    Note: This feature may not appear in your phone’s menu or function properly until the feature code has been stored. Note: See “Network feature setting” on page 56 for more details. Press Menu 4-4-3 (Settings - Network services - Call waiting). Scroll to Activate (or select Cancel to cancel).
  • Page 36: Calling Card

    Calling card If you wish to use a calling card for long distance calls, you must first store your calling card information into your phone. Your phone can store up to four calling cards. Storing a calling card Press Menu 4-1-3 (Settings - Call settings - Calling card).
  • Page 37: Making Calling Card Calls

    Enter access number when prompted for the calling card’s access number (usually the 1-800 number listed on the back of the calling card), press OK. Note: You can also retrieve the access number from your phone book if it has already been stored. Simply press Search, then scroll to find the number.
  • Page 38: Change Lock Code

    Change lock code This feature allows you to change your lock code. See “Changing your lock code” on page 46 Change security code This feature allows you to change your security code. See “Changing your security code” on page 71. Clear call lists This feature will clear all dialed numbers, as well as numbers of answered calls and missed calls.
  • Page 39: Clock

    Clock Your phone contains a real-time clock that can be set two different ways: the clock can use the time and date information provided by the wireless system, or it can be set manually. The clock will display the current time and date on the start screen.
  • Page 40: Conference Call

    Allowing the network to set the clock Press Menu 4-2-1 (Settings - Phone settings - Clock). Scroll to Time settings, press Select. Observe the text: Set by network, press Select again. If you choose Set by network, your phone will display Time is set.
  • Page 41: Current Call Timer

    Once the third party answers, press all three parties. Press party. Press Recalling a number from the phone book during a conference call During the call, press Options. Scroll to Names and press OK. Press Select at Search. Enter name and press OK, or just scroll through the phone book.
  • Page 42: Custom Tone

    Custom Tone This feature allows you to assign a special ringing tone to an entry in your phone book. When that person calls you, you’ll be able to quickly identify the person based on the special tone you hear. • In order to use this feature, Caller ID must be available and active in your phone.
  • Page 43: Dialed Calls

    Your phone can function as a fax/modem when connected to your PC or laptop computer via the optional data cable. You must also have the appropriate fax or data software installed and configured to send and receive data or faxes. (See "Data and Fax Calls"...
  • Page 44: Emergency Key 9

    To exit emergency call mode, at the start screen, press Exit. When the question Restore normal service? appears, press OK. IMPORTANT! This phone, like any cellular phone, operates using radio signals, cellular and landline networks, as well as user- programmed functions which cannot guarantee connection in all conditions.
  • Page 45: Entering Text And Numbers

    Activating Emergency key 9 Press Menu 4-1-1 (Settings - Call settings - Emergency key 9), scroll to On to activate or Off to cancel, then press OK. Entering text and numbers Note: If you’re able to send mobile messages from your phone, you can use the predictive text input method to write the message.
  • Page 46 While you’re editing a name, left, and moves it to the right. To clear the character to the left of the cursor, press Clear. To clear all characters, press and hold Clear. To enter a space, press ABC/abc mode (Changing letter case) Press the # key to switch between upper and lower case letters.
  • Page 47: Erasing Mobile Messages

    Special Characters (for storing and calling numbers) The following special characters are helpful when you store numbers to your phone book ( press the characters can be stored within the number sequence. (p) creates a pause when a number is dialed; the digits located to the right of the “p”...
  • Page 48: Games

    Games You have four exciting games to choose from in your phone. Press Menu 6 to choose one of the following games: Note: REMEMBER! 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 49: Game Options

    To copy a figure from a previously accepted guess row, start scrolling with the 4 key, move the cursor to the desired figure in the normal way and accept the selection with the 5 key. Once you think you have the right combination, press the key.
  • Page 50: Inbox

    Inbox When you receive a mobile message, it’s stored in the Inbox. Your phone will display Message received, along with the mobile message icon, and you will hear a tone (unless you are in a call). Press the Read softkey to read messages.
  • Page 51: Language

    Setting the keypad tones Press Menu 3 (Profiles). Your phone lists each profile. Scroll to the profile you want and press Options. Highlight Customize and press OK. Scroll to Keypad tones and press Select. Scroll through the options; your phone plays a sample of each tone.
  • Page 52: Life Timer

    Life timer The life timer displays the approximate total time of all calls dialed and received with your phone (in hours and minutes only). The life timer cannot be reset and is used in conjunction with your phone’s warranty. Press Menu 2-5-3 (Call log - Call timers - Life timer) to view your phone’s life timer.
  • Page 53: Lock Code

    Lock code You’ll need the lock code to activate and deactivate Phone Lock ( see page 62 lock code is 1234 (or the last four digits of your phone number, depending on your service provider). If you enter an incorrect lock code five times in a row, prompt you for the security code ( Changing your lock code In a lock code, only numeric characters are accepted.
  • Page 54: Memory Status

    Memory status This feature allows you to see how many free and in-use memory locations are in your directory. Note: Also, see “Phone book” on page 58. Press Names, scroll to Options and press Select. Then scroll to Memory status and press Select again. Messages This feature allows you to access your voice and mobile (text) messages, as well as composing your own welcome...
  • Page 55: Microphone

    Microphone You can mute and unmute your phone’s microphone while a call is in progress. During a call, your phone’s softkeys change from Menu and Names to Options and Mute. Muting and unmuting your phone You can mute the phone’s microphone during a call; simply press Mute.
  • Page 56: Launching The Minibrowser

    After a certain period of inactivity, the Minibrowser disconnects from the network. For this reason, you may find that you are billed for several network connections within a single session. This is normal and is designed to minimize your bill. Rates will vary according to your billing plan.
  • Page 57: Minibrowser Menu

    Minibrowser menu While in the Minibrowser, press and release (power key) to display the Minibrowser menu: Help - Show a help page for the current site (accessible from some pages). Home - Return to the Home page. Bookmark page - Set a bookmark for the current page. Show URL - Show the web address (Uniform Resource Locator) for the current page.
  • Page 58 Go to the Home Page • Press repeatedly to move back through previously viewed pages until the Home Page appears. • OR, press and release menu, scroll to Home, then press OK. Activate an item (for example, a link) • Press the appropriate number key on your phone’s keypad (if the item on the page is numbered).
  • Page 59: Disable Minibrowser Confirmations

    Bookmarks You can set a bookmark for a web page so that you can quickly go to that page later. (You may also be able to set bookmarks via a personal account at your service provider's web site.) Set a bookmark Go to the page for which you want to set a bookmark.
  • Page 60: Missed Calls

    • On exit - Before exiting the Minibrowser session, your phone prompts you to confirm your choice. • Both - Your phone prompts you to confirm your choice before connecting to the web and before exiting the Minibrowser session. • Never - Your phone never prompts you to confirm your choice.
  • Page 61: Mobile Messaging

    When the Forward if not answered option in the Call Forwarding feature ( will not treat the forwarded calls as missed calls. Note: Also, see “Call log” on page 25 for details on other call lists. Mobile messaging See ‘Receiving mobile messages’ on page 82 and ‘Sending mobile messages’...
  • Page 62: Nam Update

    NAM update The Number Assignment Module (NAM) in your phone contains your assigned phone number(s) and other system information that your service provider entered during activation. The NAM update feature allows you to easily activate or reactivate your phone without having to go to your service provider.
  • Page 63: Network Feature Setting

    If you wish to do neither and want to return to the start screen, press and hold Note: This feature may not be available in all systems. Please contact your service provider for details about the availability of this feature. Network feature setting Call forwarding (page 24), Call waiting (page 27) and Send own caller ID with next call (page 71) are network...
  • Page 64: Network Services

    Network services Some of the features in this menu are network services that require a subscription. Contact your service provider for details and availability. 4-4-1 Voice privacy - See page 79. 4-4-2 Call forwarding * - See page 24. 4-4-3 Call waiting * - See page 27. 4-4-4 Send own caller ID with next call * - See page 71.
  • Page 65: Paging

    Calling a number using one-touch dialing Press and hold the key (2 through 8) for about two seconds to call the number in the corresponding one-touch dial location. You can also press the key and then prefer. Your phone recalls the phone number from the memory, displays it briefly, then dials it.
  • Page 66 of a name and phone number. You can also associate an email address with an entry, for use when addressing a mobile message. Adding an entry to the phone book Tip: To quickly create an entry, simply enter a phone number at the start screen, press Save, then go to step 3.
  • Page 67 Scroll to E-mail, then press Select. Enter the email address (48 characters maximum), then press OK. The presence of an email symbol (@) in the top right corner of the screen indicates that an email address is associated with the highlighted entry. Accessing the phone book To quickly display the list of entries in your phone book: Display the start screen (press and hold...
  • Page 68 • Add new allows you to add an entry (name and phone number) to your phone book. • Options lets you choose the format of your scrolling view and check the status of your phone book memory (the number of entries you have created). •...
  • Page 69: Phone Lock

    Press Details, then Options (or, if the scrolling view for your phone book is set to Name+number, just press Options). Scroll to Erase, then press Select. A confirmation message appears: Erase?. Press OK. Erasing all entries from the phone book Note: Performing this procedure erases your entire phone book! This procedure cannot be undone.
  • Page 70: Phone Settings

    You can also store a number in the Unlocked phone number location, which allows you to call this number even though your phone is locked (see page 76 for details). Answering a call with phone lock on Press any key except Note: This assumes that Anykey answer (Menu 4-1-4) is set to On.
  • Page 71 Selecting a profile Quickly press the profiles. Scroll to the profile and press OK. When you select a profile other than Normal, it will appear on the start screen. This only allows you to select a profile; you cannot customize them here. Keep reading to learn how to customize a profile.
  • Page 72: Received Calls

    Note: When you change a setting in any profile, it only affects that profile and will not change your phone’s normal settings. Renaming profiles Press Menu 3 (Profiles). Scroll to desired profile, then press Options. Scroll to Rename and press OK. Enter new name and press OK again.
  • Page 73: Renaming Profiles

    Renaming profiles See “Profiles” on page 63. Restricting calls This feature allows you to restrict incoming and outgoing calls based on a list of phone numbers that you create. Note: When calls are restricted, calls may be possible to the emergency number programmed into your phone (for example, 911 or other official emergency numbers).
  • Page 74 If you wish to enter a name for the call restriction, enter the name using your phone’s keypad, then press OK. If a name is not entered, the number that is restricted will appear in place of the name. Note: When creating a new restriction, that restriction is automatically selected (enabled) at the time it is saved.
  • Page 75: Ringing Options

    Scroll to Restrict outgoing calls or Restrict incoming calls and press Select. Enter the security code and press OK. Scroll to Erase and press OK. Scroll to the restriction you wish to erase, press OK. Press OK again to erase restriction. Note: The All calls option cannot be erased and therefore does not appear in the list of restrictions to be deleted.
  • Page 76: Ringing Volume

    Selecting ringing tones Press Menu 3 (Profiles). Your phone lists each profile. Scroll to the profile you want and press Options. Highlight Customize and press OK. Scroll to Ringing tone, then press Select. Scroll through the options. After you hear the tone you wish to use, press OK.
  • Page 77: Security Settings

    Scroll to Options, then press Select. Press Select at Scrolling view. Scroll to Name list, Name+number, or Name only, then press OK. Security settings This menu includes the following security features: 4-3-1 Restrict calls - See page 66. 4-3-2 Access codes - See page 18. The Access codes submenu includes Phone lock (page 62), Unlocked phone number (page 76), Change lock code (page 46), and Change security code (page 71).
  • Page 78: Send Own Caller Id With Next Call

    Changing your security code Press Menu 4-3-2-4 (Settings - Security settings - Access codes - Change security code). Enter security code and press OK. Enter new security code at Enter new security code:, press OK (must be five digits). Enter new security code again at Verify new security code:, press OK.
  • Page 79: Settings

    (for example, Lotus Organizer, Microsoft Outlook, Symantec ACT!) by using 3rd party software. Synchronization of contacts and phone numbers between your phone and PC will also require the optional DAU-9P serial cable. Check with your local Nokia dealer for the availability of these products.
  • Page 80: System Selection

    System selection About selecting a system The System menu (Menu 5) allows you to customize the way your phone chooses a system in which to operate while you are “roaming” (using your phone outside of your primary or “home” system). Your choice of a system affects the type and amount of charges you incur.
  • Page 81: Text Messaging

    System choices Note: If you have more than one phone number (NAM), your choice affects only the currently selected NAM. See ‘NAM selection’ on page 54. Note: System choices may differ according to service provider. • Home only - Your phone cannot roam. This means you can make and receive calls in your home area only.
  • Page 82: Touch Tones

    Touch tones Your phone can generate various sounds, called touch tones, when the keys are pressed. These are also known as DTMF tones. Touch tones can be used for many automated, over-the- phone services such as checking bank balances, airline arrival and departure times, and using voice mailbox options.
  • Page 83: Unlocked Phone Number

    When you dial this number, your phone first dials the phone number, then waits (because of the “w” character) for you to press Send. Your phone then sends your password. If you include a “p” character instead of a “w”, your phone pauses for 2.5 seconds, then automatically sends your password as touch tones.
  • Page 84: Vibrating Alert

    Vibrating alert This is one of the settings in your phone’s profiles (see page 63). Your phone has an internal vibrating feature, so you can set your phone to vibrate when you receive a voice call. Activating vibrating alert Press Menu 3 (Profiles). Your phone lists each profile.
  • Page 85: Setting Up Your Voice Mailbox

    Setting up your voice mailbox Before you can retrieve any voice messages, you need to store your voice mailbox number. Your service provider usually gives this number to you. When you’re ready to store your voice mailbox number, press Menu 0-1-2-2 (Messages - Voice messages - Voice mailbox number).
  • Page 86: Voice Privacy

    • Urgent voice mail - The person who sends this kind of message is requesting an immediate reply. This kind of message can be sent by anyone. • Emergency voice mail - This kind of message can be sent only by a network operator or person in authority when life of property is threatened.
  • Page 87: Warning And Game Tones

    Earpiece volume While in a phone call, you can adjust the listening volume for your phone’s earpiece. The top scroll key increases while the bottom one decreases the volume. If an accessory like a headset or a handsfree device, or one with its own loudspeaker, is connected to your phone, the scroll keys will adjust the volume for that accessory.
  • Page 88: Welcome Note

    Highlight Customize and press OK. Scroll to Warning and game tones, then press Select. Scroll to On or Off and press OK. Welcome note You can program a welcome note into your phone to display a message when you first turn it on (for example, hello, your name, a reminder, etc.).
  • Page 89: Receiving Mobile Messages

    6. Receiving mobile messages Note: You can receive mobile messages if you have subscribed to the mobile messaging service offered by your service provider and the network in which you are using your phone supports mobile messaging. About mobile messages You can receive a message in the form of text that appears on your phone’s screen.
  • Page 90: When You Receive A Mobile Message

    message. The priority level assigned to the received message determines which message is deleted: • Normal (non-emergency) messages - When a normal message is received, the oldest read message in the Inbox is deleted. • Emergency messages - When an emergency message is received, existing messages are deleted in the following order: - oldest read message in the Inbox...
  • Page 91: Erasing Mobile Messages

    • Save address allows you to save the sender's email address into your phone book. • Use web link allows you to direct the Minibrowser to a web address (URL) that appears in the body of the message. (Availability of the Minibrowser depends on your arrangement with your service provider.) Erasing mobile messages...
  • Page 92: Sending Mobile Messages

    7. Sending mobile messages Note: You can send mobile (text) messages if you have subscribed to the mobile messaging service offered by your service provider and the network in which you are using your phone supports mobile messaging. About mobile messages You can use your phone to send mobile messages that can be addressed to email addresses and phone numbers.
  • Page 93: Creating A Mobile Message

    Message priority levels You can assign an urgent priority level to a mobile message. An icon or message should then appear on the recipient’s phone (or other device) to indicate the high priority level of your message. Delivery notification When you send a message, you can request to be notified when the recipient receives the message.
  • Page 94: Addressing A Mobile Message

    • If the message is in the Saved folder, press Menu 0-1-1-4 (Messages - Text messages - Saved). Scroll to the message. Press Read. Press Options, Reply (or Reply w/ copy if you want your reply to include a copy of the original message followed by the text of your reply).
  • Page 95: Editing A Mobile Message

    When entering an address manually, you can quickly enter the @ symbol by pressing appears. When addressing multiple recipients, separate each address with a comma. If you use the Search feature, a comma is automatically entered after each address. To manually enter a comma, press appears, OR press of special symbols.
  • Page 96: Writing Words

    Activating predictive text input Before you can use the predictive text input method, you must activate the feature. While editing a message, press Options, Dictionary, then choose any language. The predictive text input method is now available for use when editing. Changing the language of the dictionary While editing a message, press Options, Dictionary, then choose a language.
  • Page 97: Deleting Characters

    Writing compound words To quickly write a compound word (for example, bluejay): Write the first part (blue). Press (do not enter a space). The underline disappears from the first part. Write the second part (jay). Deleting characters To delete one character to the left of the cursor, press Clear. To delete all characters in the message, press and hold Clear.
  • Page 98 Inserting special characters To insert a special character (such as a punctuation mark), , OR press Options, Insert symbol. press and hold To quickly insert a period (.), press . To quickly insert double dashes (--) or three ellipses (...), press a few times.
  • Page 99: Sending A Mobile Message

    Brackets ([ ]) in a template represent a value that you can specify. (The value is not retained for future use; you enter the value each time you use the template.) If you select a template that contains brackets, you’ll be prompted to enter a value.
  • Page 100: Data And Fax Calls

    Your phone can function as a fax/modem when connected to your PC or laptop computer via the optional DLR-3 Data Cable (available through your local Nokia dealer). You must also have the appropriate fax or data software installed and configured to send and receive data or faxes through your phone.
  • Page 101: Getting Started

    Getting started Make sure your phone is connected to your computer via the optional DLR-3 Data Cable and your computer recognizes the new hardware. See the installation and configuration instructions supplied with the DLR-3 cable for more information. Configuring your data or fax software Once properly connected and configured, your PC will recognize your phone as an external fax/modem.
  • Page 102: To Receive A Data Or Fax Call

    Note: Data or fax calls cannot be initiated using your phone’s keypad. All data and fax calls must be initiated using the data or fax software. Note: Any touch tones (DTMF tones) needed for calling cards, special long-distance access numbers, etc. must be programmed into the dialing string.
  • Page 103 To preset your phone to receive a data call: AT+CSP=1 To preset your phone to receive a fax call: AT+CSP=2 You should only have to make this modification once; these settings typically are saved as a part of your data or fax program’s settings.
  • Page 104: Accessories

    Note: See page 6 for important battery usage information. Note: For availability of approved accessories, please check with your authorized Nokia dealer. Batteries Several batteries are available for use in your phone: •...
  • Page 105: The Battery

    The battery model number is on the battery label which is visible when the battery is removed from the phone. Charging Time (Hours) Charging Configuration Charger connected to phone ACP-7U charger ACP-9U charger LCH-9 charger Using charger and DCH-8 ACP-7U charger ACP-9U charger Using charger and DCH-9 ACP-7U charger...
  • Page 106: Chargers And Other Accessories

    The following chargers and other accessories are available for your phone; please see 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. Standard Travel Charger...
  • Page 107 Rapid Travel Charger (ACP-9U) This lightweight (100g) AC charger can be used with all battery options. Calls can be made during charging, even with a fully discharged battery. To use the Rapid Travel Charger (ACP-9U), plug it into a standard 120V AC wall outlet, and connect the lead from the charger to the base of your phone.
  • Page 108 Desktop Charging Stand (DCH-8) Used together with the Standard Travel Charger (ACP-7U) or the Rapid Travel Charger (ACP-9U), the Compact Desktop Charging Stand (DCH-8) is an economical choice when you need your phone close at hand. With the battery still attached, place your phone in the charging stand to begin charging your phone’s battery.
  • Page 109 Charging moves to the rear slot once the front battery is 100% charged. When the spare battery is charging, check the status indicator on the left side of the charging stand. A red light indicates that the battery is charging; a green light indicates that the battery is charged to at least 80% of its capacity.
  • Page 110: 10. Troubleshooting

    10. Troubleshooting What if charging fails? If your phone displays Not charging, charging is suspended. Make sure the battery is connected to an approved charging device and that the battery is at room temperature. Extreme temperatures, hot or cold, can affect your battery’s performance and prevent charging.
  • Page 111: 11. Reference Information

    11. Reference Information Important Safety Information Traffic Safety Do not use a hand-held telephone while driving a vehicle. If using a hand-held phone park the vehicle before conversing. Always secure the phone in its holder; do not place the phone on the passenger seat or where it can break loose in a collision or sudden stop.
  • Page 112: Hearing Aids

    Hearing Aids Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you may want to consult your service provider. Other Medical Devices Operation of any radio transmitting equipment, including cellular phones, may interfere with the functionality of inadequately protected medical devices.
  • Page 113 Vehicles Only qualified personnel should service the phone, or install the phone in a vehicle. Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty which may apply to the unit. Check regularly that all wireless phone equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly.
  • Page 114 Note: If certain features are in use (keyguard, restrict calls, etc.), you may first need to turn those features off before you can make an emergency call. Consult this document and your local cellular service provider. When making an emergency call, remember to give all the necessary information as accurately as possible.
  • Page 115 For body worn operation, to maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines, use only Nokia approved accessories. When carrying the phone while it is on, use the specific Nokia belt-clip that has been tested for compliance. Use of non-Nokia-approved accessories may violate FCC RF exposure guidelines and should be avoided.
  • Page 116: 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 117: 12. Technical Data

    Please check with your service provider for actual data transmission rates. Nokia, Connecting People and the Original Accessories logos are trademarks of Nokia Corporation and/or its affiliates. The information contained in this phone was written for dual- mode CDMA and AMPS phones.
  • Page 118: 13. Warranty

    13. Warranty NOKIA One-Year Limited Warranty Nokia Mobile Phones, Inc. (“NMP”) warrants that this cellular phone (“Product”) is free from defects in material and workmanship that result in Product failure during normal usage, according to the following terms and conditions: 1.
  • Page 119 Product. 8. Nokia does not warrant uninterrupted or error-free operation of the Product. If a problem develops during the limited warranty period, the Consumer shall take the following step-by-step...
  • Page 120 f) If the Product is returned to NMP during the limited warranty period, but the problem with the Product is not covered under the terms and conditions of this limited warranty, the Consumer will be notified and given an estimate of the charges the Consumer must pay to have the Product repaired, with all shipping charges billed to the Consumer.
  • Page 121 Telephone: 1-888-NOKIA2U (1-888-665-4228) or (813) 288-3800 Facsimile: (813) 249-9619 TTY Users: 1-800-24NOKIA (1-800-246-6542) 17. The limited warranty period for NMP supplied attachments and accessories is specifically defined within their own warranty cards and packaging. ©Nokia is a registered trademark of Nokia Corporation.
  • Page 122: 14. Index

    14. Index Access codes 18 Lock code 46 Security code 70 Accessories 97 Batteries 97 Chargers 99 Alarm Clock Power off 19 Setting 18 Snooze 19 Alarm clock 18 All calls timer 20 Answering a call 16 Automatic answer 20 Automatic redial 20 Basics 14 Answering a call 16...
  • Page 123 Profiles 63 Restrict calls 66 Vibrating alert 77 Current call timer 34 Data and fax calls 35 Data calls 93 Configuring software 94 Getting started 94 Manual selection 95 Prearranged 95 Receiving 95 Starting a call 94 Dialed calls 36 Earpiece volume 80 Editing 123 mode 39...
  • Page 124 Network feature setting 56 Network services Call Forwarding 24 Call Waiting 27 Caller ID 28 Conference calls 33 Voice messages 77 Numbers Adding to phone book 59 One-touch dialing 57 Phone book 58 Adding a name 59 Erasing names and numbers 62 Scrolling view 69 Phone lock 62...
  • Page 125 Summary of menu items 11 Switching phone on and off 14 Synchronization 72 System choices 74 System selection 73 Roaming 73 Technical data 110 Text messages Inbox 43 Touch tones 75 Manual touch tones 46 Touch tone length 74 Troubleshooting 103 Unlocked phone number 76 Use number 26 Using your phone 8...
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  • Page 129 Para obtener un manual del usuario en español favor de llamar o enviar un fax al teléfono 1-888-NOKIA2U, fax 813-249-9619.

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