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Sony Ericsson G502 User Manual

Sony Ericsson G502 User Manual

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Getting started ................... 6
Assembly ........................................ 6
Turning on the phone ..................... 7
Help in your phone ......................... 8
Charging the battery ....................... 8
Phone overview .............................. 9
Menu overview .............................. 11
Navigation ..................................... 13
File manager ................................. 14
Phone language ............................ 16
Entering text ................................. 16
Calling ............................... 17
Contacts ....................................... 19
Call list .......................................... 22
Speed dial ..................................... 23
Voicemail ...................................... 23
Voice control ................................. 23
Diverting calls ............................... 25
More than one call ........................ 25
My numbers .................................. 27
Accept calls .................................. 27
Restricted dialling ......................... 27
This is the Internet version of the User's guide. © Print only for private use.
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Fixed dialling ................................. 28
Call time and cost ......................... 28
Messaging ........................ 29
Text messages .............................. 29
Picture messages ......................... 30
Message options .......................... 31
Templates ..................................... 31
Voice messages ............................ 32
Email ............................................. 32
My friends ..................................... 34
Imaging ............................ 36
Using the camera .......................... 36
Camera shortcuts ......................... 37
Transferring pictures ..................... 37
Camera printing ............................ 38
Pictures ......................................... 39
PhotoDJ™ and VideoDJ™ ........... 40
Themes ......................................... 40
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Accept calls ... 27 Restricted dialling ... 27 This is the Internet version of the User's guide. © Print only for private use. Sony Ericsson G502 Fixed dialling ... 28 Call time and cost ... 28 Showing or hiding your phone number ...
  • Page 2 Error messages ... 67 Important information ... 69 Guidelines for Safe and Efficient Use ... 71 End User License Agreement ... 74 Limited Warranty ... 75 FCC Statement ... 77 Declaration of Conformity for G502 ... 78 Index ... 79...
  • Page 3 Under no circumstances This is the Internet version of the User's guide. © Print only for private use. will Sony Ericsson be liable in any way for your improper use of additional content or other third party content.
  • Page 4 No. 0 842 463(96927260.8) DE/DK, FI, FR, IT, NL, PT, ES, SE, GB; and additional patents are pending worldwide. Java and all Java based trademarks and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries. End-user license agreement for Sun™...

  • Page 5: Instruction Symbols

    internal and commercial uses and licensing may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. See http://www.mpegla.com. Notice Required for the License Granted under Articles 2.1 and 2.6. As a condition to the licenses granted pursuant to Articles 2.1 and 2.6 hereof, Licensee agrees to provide to any party that receives from Licensee an AVC Royalty Product the following notice: This product is licensed under the AVC...

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Getting started Assembly Before you start using your phone, you need to insert a SIM card and the battery. To insert the SIM card Remove the battery cover by pressing and sliding it as shown in the picture. Slide the SIM card into its holder with the gold-coloured contacts facing down.

  • Page 7: Turning On The Phone

    Turning on the phone To turn on the phone Press and hold down Enter your SIM card PIN, if requested and select OK. Select a language. Select to use the setup wizard. If you want to correct a mistake when you enter your PIN, press SIM card The SIM (Subscriber Identity Module)

  • Page 8: Help In Your Phone

    Help in your phone Help and information are available in your phone. See Navigation on page 13. To use the setup wizard From standby select Menu > the General tab > Setup Select an option. To view information about functions •...

  • Page 9: Phone Overview

    Phone overview Ear speaker Screen Selection keys Call key Memory card slot (under the cover) Activity menu key Keylock key End key C key (Clear), On/off key Navigation key Silent key See Internet keypad shortcuts on page 50. This is the Internet version of the User's guide. © Print only for private use. Getting started...
  • Page 10 Volume, digital zoom keys Main camera Camera key Connector for charger, handsfree and USB cable Getting started This is the Internet version of the User's guide. © Print only for private use.

  • Page 11: Menu Overview

    Menu overview PlayNow™* Camera Alarms This is the Internet version of the User's guide. © Print only for private use. Internet* Messaging Write new Inbox Email Web feeds Drafts Outbox Sent messages Saved messages My friends* Call voicemail Templates Manage messages Settings Contacts Myself...
  • Page 12 Calls** Answered Settings** General Sounds & alerts Profiles Ring volume Time & date Ringtone Language Silent mode Update service Increasing ring Voice control Vibrating alert New events Message alert Shortcuts Key sound Flight mode Security Setup wizard Accessibility* Phone status Master reset * Some menus are operator-, network- and subscription-dependent.

  • Page 13: Navigation

    Navigation The main menus are shown as icons. Some submenus include tabs. To navigate the phone menus Centre navigation key From standby select Menu. Use the navigation key to move through the menus. To select actions on the screen • Select an action shown at the bottom of the screen by pressing the left or right selection key, or the centre...

  • Page 14: File Manager

    To edit a navigation key shortcut From standby select Menu > the General tab > Shortcuts. Scroll to an option and select Edit. Scroll to a menu option and select Shortc. Activity menu The activity menu gives you quick access to certain functions. To open the activity menu •...
  • Page 15 To remove a memory card Open the battery cover and press the edge of the memory card to release and remove it. Slide the battery cover into place. To view memory card options From standby select Menu > File manager >...

  • Page 16: Phone Language

    To move a file in the file manager From standby select Menu > File manager. Find a file and select Options > Manage file > Move. Select an option. To select more than one file in a folder From standby select Menu >...

  • Page 17: Calling

    to view suggestions. Press to accept a suggestion. To enter text using multitap From standby select, for example, Menu > Messaging > Write new > Text message. is displayed, press and hold down to change to multitap text input. Press –...
  • Page 18 To re-dial a number • When Retry? appears select Yes. Do not hold your phone to your ear when waiting. When the call connects, your phone gives a loud signal. To answer a call • Press To reject a call •...

  • Page 19: Contacts

    To view your local emergency numbers From standby select Menu Scroll to New contact and select Options > Special numbers > Emergency nos. Contacts You can save names, phone numbers and personal information in Contacts. Information can be saved in the phone memory or on the SIM card.
  • Page 20 To call with Smart search From standby press enter a sequence of (at least two) digits. All entries which match the sequence of digits or corresponding letters are shown in a list. Scroll to a contact or a phone number and press To turn Smart search on or off From standby select...
  • Page 21 Enter the number and select OK. Select a number option and add more information, if available. Select Save. To call a SIM contact From standby select Menu Scroll to a contact and press Deleting contacts To delete a contact From standby select Menu Scroll to a contact and press To delete all phone contacts...

  • Page 22: Call List

    To enter Myself information From standby select Menu Scroll to Myself and select Open. Scroll to an option and edit the information. Select Save. To add your own business card From standby select Menu Scroll to Myself and select Open. Scroll to My contact info >...

  • Page 23: Speed Dial

    To add a call list number to contacts From standby press a tab. Scroll to the number and select Save. Select New contact to create a new contact or select an existing contact to add the number to. To clear the call list From standby press Scroll to the tab and select...
  • Page 24 Record a voice command such as “John mobile”. Follow the instructions that appear. Wait for the tone and say the command to record. The voice command is played back to you. If the recording sounds OK, select Yes. If not, select and repeat steps 3 and 4.

  • Page 25: Diverting Calls

    Voice answering When you use a handsfree, you can answer or reject incoming calls with your voice. To activate voice answering and record voice answer commands From standby select Menu > the General tab > Voice control > Voice answer >...
  • Page 26 To make a second call During the call, select call. This puts the ongoing call on hold. Select Options > call. Enter the number to call and press To answer a second call • During the call, press ongoing call on hold. To reject a second call •...

  • Page 27: My Numbers

    My numbers You can view, add and edit your own phone numbers. To check your phone numbers From standby select Menu Scroll to New contact and select Options > Special numbers numbers. Select an option. Accept calls You can choose to receive calls from certain phone numbers only.

  • Page 28: Fixed Dialling

    Fixed dialling Fixed dialling allows calls to be made only to certain numbers saved on the SIM card. The fixed numbers are protected by your PIN2. Partial numbers can be saved. For example, saving 0123456 allows calls to be made to all numbers starting with 0123456.

  • Page 29: Messaging

    Messaging Receiving and saving messages You are notified when you receive a message. Messages are automatically saved in the phone memory. When the phone memory is full, you can delete messages or save them on a memory card or on the SIM card. To save a message on a memory card •...

  • Page 30: Picture Messages

    If you send a text message to a group, you will be charged for each member. See Groups on page 22. To copy and paste text in a text message When you write the message, select Options > Copy & paste.

  • Page 31: Message Options

    Receiving picture messages You can select how to download your picture messages. Standard options when you download picture messages are: • Always – automatic download. • Ask in roaming – ask to download when not in home network. • Not in roaming –...

  • Page 32: Voice Messages

    To save a message as a template From standby select Menu > Inbox. Scroll to the message and select > Options > Save as template. Voice messages You can send and receive a sound recording as a voice message. The sender and recipient must have a subscription supporting picture messaging.
  • Page 33 To receive and read an email message From standby select Menu > Email > Inbox > Options email. Scroll to the message and select View. To save an email message From standby select Menu > Email > Inbox. Scroll to the message and select >...

  • Page 34: My Friends

    Push email You can receive notification in your phone from your email server that you have new email messages. To turn on push email notification • From standby select Menu > Email > Settings > Push My friends You can connect and log in to the My friends server to communicate online with chat messages.
  • Page 35 Status You can show your status, for example, Happy or Busy, to your contacts only. You can also show your status to all users on the My friends server. To show my status From standby select Menu > My friends >...

  • Page 36: Imaging

    Imaging Camera and video recorder You can take pictures and record video clips to view, save or send. Viewfinder and camera keys Zoom in or out Take pictures/Record video Imaging This is the Internet version of the User's guide. © Print only for private use. Using the camera To activate the camera •...

  • Page 37: Camera Icons And Settings

    53 for more information. You can view, enhance and organize your pictures and video clips on your computer by installing the Adobe™ Photoshop™ Album Starter Edition or the Sony Ericsson Media Manager. These are available for download at www.sonyericsson.com/support. Shortcut Zoom out...

  • Page 38: Camera Printing

    Picture and video blog A blog is a personal Web page. If your subscription supports this service, you can send pictures or video clips to a blog. Web services may require a separate license agreement between you and the service provider. Additional regulations and charges may apply.

  • Page 39: Pictures

    To print camera pictures using a USB cable From standby select Menu and scroll to Photo > Camera Scroll to a month and a picture. Select Options > Print. Select an option. Connect the USB cable to the phone. Connect the USB cable to the printer. Wait for feedback in the phone and select OK.

  • Page 40: Photodj™ And Videodj

    To create a new photo tag From standby select Menu and scroll to Photo > Camera Scroll to a month and a picture. Select View. Press and select Options Enter a name and select OK. Select an icon. Press the centre navigation key to tag the picture.

  • Page 41: Entertainment

    Entertainment To navigate your media see Navigation on page 13. Stereo portable handsfree To use the handsfree • Connect the portable handsfree. Music stops when you receive a call and resumes when the call has ended. Music player To play music From standby select Menu >...
  • Page 42 Browsing files Music and video files are saved and categorized. • Artists – list tracks you have transferred using Media Manager. • Albums – list music tracks by album in your phone and on a memory card. • Tracks – list all music tracks in your phone and on a memory card.

  • Page 43: Transferring Music From A Computer

    • Follow the instructions that appear. Transferring music from a computer With Sony Ericsson Media Manager, you can transfer music from CDs, your computer or that you have purchased to the phone memory or a memory card. Sony Ericsson Media Manager software is available for download at www.sonyericsson.com/support.

  • Page 44: Trackid

    For safe disconnection of the USB cable in mass storage mode, right-click the removable disk icon in Windows Explorer and select Eject. See Using a USB cable on page 53. For details on transferring music, refer to Media Manager Help. Click top right corner of the Media Manager window.

  • Page 45: Playnow

    To switch between preset channels • When the radio is playing, press Saving channels You can save up to 20 preset channels. To save channels • When you have found a radio channel select Options > Save. To select saved channels From standby select Menu >...

  • Page 46: Musicdj

    To set the ringtone volume From standby select Menu > the Sounds & alerts tab > volume. Press to change the volume. Select Save. To turn the ringtone off • From standby press and hold down All signals except the alarm signal are affected.

  • Page 47: Sound Recorder

    Sound recorder You can record a voice memo or a call. Recorded sounds can also be set as ringtones. In some countries or states it is required by law that you inform the other person before recording the call. To record a sound •...

  • Page 48: Connectivity

    Java application screen size Some Java applications are designed for a specific screen size. For more information, contact the application vendor. To set the screen size for a Java application From standby select Menu > Applications. Scroll to an application and select Options >...

  • Page 49: Phone Name

    Phone name You can enter a name for your phone to be shown to other devices. To enter a phone name From standby select Menu > the Connectivity tab > Enter the phone name and select OK. Using the Internet To start browsing From standby select Menu...
  • Page 50 To use pan and zoom, you need to turn off Smart-fit: Options > Advanced > Smart-Fit > Off. To exit pan and zoom mode • Select Back. Internet keypad shortcuts You can use the keypad to go directly to an Internet browser function. To select Internet keypad shortcuts From standby select Menu...

  • Page 51: Web Feeds

    Internet security and certificates Your phone supports secure browsing. Certain Internet services, such as banking, require certificates in your phone. Your phone may already contain certificates when you buy it or you can download new certificates. To view certificates in the phone •...

  • Page 52: Bluetooth™ Wireless Technology

    Bluetooth™ wireless technology The Bluetooth function makes wireless connection to other Bluetooth devices possible. You can, for example: • Connect to handsfree devices. • Connect to several devices at the same time. • Connect to computers and access the Internet. •...

  • Page 53: Using A Usb Cable

    To pair the phone with more than one Bluetooth handsfree From standby select Menu > the Connectivity tab > > Handsfree > My handsfree handsfree. Scroll to a device and select Add. Power saving You can save battery power with the Power save function.
  • Page 54 To use media transfer and mass storage mode Before transferring files you must install the Sony Ericsson PC Suite software on your computer. You can download the Sony Ericsson PC Suite from www.sonyericsson.com/support Connectivity This is the Internet version of the User's guide.

  • Page 55: Synchronizing

    Phone: Select Phone mode. Computer: When you are notified that the Sony Ericsson PC Suite has found your phone, you can start using the phone mode applications. For usage details, see the Sony Ericsson PC Suite Help section once the software has been installed on your computer.
  • Page 56 To enter settings for SyncML From standby select Menu > Synchronization. Scroll to New account > SyncML. Enter a name for the new account and select Cont. Select Server address. Enter the required information and select OK. Enter Username and Password, if required.

  • Page 57: Update Service

    To use Update service using a USB cable Go to www.sonyericsson.com/support or click the Sony Ericsson Update service in the PC Suite software if installed on your computer. Select a region and country. Follow the instructions on the screen.

  • Page 58: More Features

    More features Flight mode Flight mode the network and radio transceivers are turned off to prevent disturbance to sensitive equipment. When the flight mode menu is activated you are asked to select a mode the next time you turn on your phone: •...

  • Page 59: Alarms

    To view a saved location From standby select Menu > Entertainment > Location services > favourites. Scroll to a location and select When you use Google Maps you can press to access your favourites. Alarms You can set a sound or the radio as an alarm signal.

  • Page 60: Calendar

    Calendar The calendar can be synchronized with a computer calendar, with a calendar on the Web or with a Microsoft® Exchange Server (Microsoft® Outlook®). For more information see Synchronizing on page 55. Default view You can choose whether month, week or day view will appear first when you open the calendar.

  • Page 61: Notes

    To view a calendar week From standby select Menu > Calendar. Select a date. Select Options > View To set when reminders should sound From standby select Menu > Calendar. Select a date. Select Options > Advanced > Reminders. Select an option. A reminders option set in calendar affects a reminders option set in tasks.

  • Page 62: Profiles

    To send a task From standby select Menu > Tasks. Scroll to a task and select > Send. Select a transfer method. Make sure the receiving device supports the transfer method you select. To set when reminders should sound From standby select Menu >...

  • Page 63: Locks

    (0000) to any four-to-eight-digit personal code. It is important that you remember your new code. If you forget it, you have to take your phone to your local Sony Ericsson retailer. To use the phone lock > Settings > Locks From standby select PIN.
  • Page 64 To unlock the phone • Enter your code and select OK. To change the phone lock code From standby select Menu > the General tab > Security > Phone protection > Change Enter the old code and select OK. Enter the new code and select OK. Repeat the code and select OK.

  • Page 65: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Some problems will require you to call your network operator. For more support go to www.sonyericsson.com/support. Common questions I have problems with memory capacity or the phone is working slowly Restart your phone every day to free memory or do a Master Master reset If you select...
  • Page 66 See Help in your phone on page 8 or go to www.sonyericsson.com/support to order settings and follow the instructions on the screen. See Settings on page 48. How do I turn on and off T9 Text Input when writing? When you enter text, press and hold down .

  • Page 67: Error Messages

    I cannot synchronize or transfer data between my phone and my computer, when using a USB cable. The cable or software has not been properly installed. Go to www.sonyericsson.com/support to read Getting started guides which contain detailed installation instructions and troubleshooting guides. Where can I find the regulatory information such as my IMEI number if I cannot turn on my phone?
  • Page 68 The SIM card is not working properly. Insert your SIM card in another phone. If this works, it is probably your phone that is causing the problem. Please contact the nearest Sony Ericsson service location. Emerg. calls only You are within range of a network, but you are not allowed to use it.

  • Page 69: Important Information

    Indonesia Ireland This is the Internet version of the User's guide. © Print only for private use. • An extensive network of Sony Ericsson service partners • A warranty period. Learn more about the warranty conditions in this User guide.
  • Page 70 Italia Lietuva Magyarország Malaysia México Nederland New Zealand Norge Österreich Pakistan Philippines/Pilipinas Polska Portugal România Россия Schweiz/Suisse/Svizzera Singapore Slovensko South Africa Suomi Sverige Türkiye Україна United Kingdom United States Venezuela Important information This is the Internet version of the User's guide. © Print only for private use. 06 48895206 questions.IT@support.sonyericsson.com 8 70055030...

  • Page 71: Guidelines For Safe And Efficient Use

    To avoid this small energy waste, disconnect the power supply when the product is fully charged. Use of charging devices that are not Sony Ericsson branded may impose increased safety risks. Battery New or idle batteries can have short-term reduced capacity.

  • Page 72: Personal Medical Devices

    Only Sony Ericsson service partners should remove or replace built-in batteries. Use of batteries that are not Sony Ericsson branded may pose increased safety risks. Personal medical devices Mobile phones may affect implanted medical equipment.

  • Page 73: Disposing Of The Battery

    Malware or harmful applications can include viruses, worms, spyware, and other unwanted programs. While your device does employ security measures to resist such efforts, Sony Ericsson does not warrant or represent that your device will be impervious to introduction of malware. You can however reduce...

  • Page 74: Memory Card

    Erase personal data before disposing of the product. To delete data, perform a master reset. Deleting data from the phone memory does not ensure that it cannot be recovered. Sony Ericsson does not warrant against recovery of information and does not assume responsibility for disclosure of any information even after a master reset.

  • Page 75: Limited Warranty

    Sony Ericsson and its third party suppliers and licensors retain all rights, title and interest in and to the Software. Sony Ericsson, and, to the extent that the Software contains material or code of a third party, such third party, shall be entitled third party beneficiaries of these terms.
  • Page 76 – this is not a defect and corresponds to normal wear and tear. When the talk time or standby time is noticeably shorter, it is time to replace your battery. Sony Ericsson recommends that you use only batteries and chargers approved by Sony Ericsson.

  • Page 77: Fcc Statement

    This is the Internet version of the User's guide. © Print only for private use. distributor. To find out if your Product is sold in the country you are in, please call the local Sony Ericsson Call Center. Please observe that certain services...

  • Page 78: Declaration Of Conformity For G502

    This is the Internet version of the User's guide. © Print only for private use. Declaration of Conformity for G502 We, Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB of Nya Vattentornet SE-221 88 Lund, Sweden declare under our sole responsibility that our product...

  • Page 79: Index

    Index activity menu ... 14 adding notes ... 61 alarms ... 59 answering service ... 23 applications ... 47 appointments ... 60 assembly ... 6 battery charging ... 8 inserting ... 6 use and care ... 71 blog video ... 38 Bluetooth™...
  • Page 80 date ... 62 downloading music ... 45 email ... 32 emergency numbers ... 18 entering text ... 16 file manager ... 14 fixed dialling ... 28 flight mode ... 58 games ... 47 Google Maps ... 58 groups ... 22 handsfree ...
  • Page 81 memory status ... 21 menu overview ... 11 menus ... 13 messages email ... 32 picture ... 30 text ... 29 voice ... 32 microphone ... 18 MMS See picture messages music player ... 41 MusicDJ™ ... 46 My friends ... 34 my numbers ...
  • Page 82 search on Web pages ... 50 selection keys ... 13 sending appointments and tasks ... 60 bookmarks ... 49 business cards ... 22 melodies and ringtones ... 47 music ... 43 pictures ... 38 settings Internet ... 48 Java™ ... 48 shortcuts ...
  • Page 83 video blog ... 38 edit ... 40 video player ... 41 video recorder ... 36 VideoDJ™ ... 40 viewing saved Web pages ... 50 voice answering ... 25 voice control ... 23 voice messages ... 32 voicemail ... 23 volume ear speaker ...

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