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- Page 1 Thank you for purchasing a Sony Ericsson W890i. A slim and stylish phone with everything you need to enjoy your music wherever you go. For additional phone content, go to www.sonyericsson.com/fun. Register now to get a suite of tools, free online storage, special offers, news and competitions at www.sonyericsson.com/myphone.
- Page 2 Accessories – More for your phone Stereo Bluetooth™ Headset HBH- DS200 Enjoy wireless music without missing a call. Stereo Portable Handsfree HPM-83 Street-style neck band headset with superior audio performance. Portable Bluetooth™ Speaker MBS-100 A wireless sphere of music. These accessories can be purchased separately but may not be available in every market.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Getting started...5 Assembly...5 Turning on the phone...6 Help in your phone...7 Charging the battery...7 Phone overview...8 Menu overview...10 Navigation...12 File manager...13 Phone language...15 Entering text...15 Calling...16 Making and receiving calls...16 Contacts...18 Call list...22 Speed dial...22 Voicemail...23 Voice control...23 Diverting calls...25 More than one call...25 Conference calls...26 My numbers...26... - Page 4 Locks...61 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use. Troubleshooting...63 Common questions...63 Error messages...65 Important information...66 Sony Ericsson Consumer Web site...66 Service and support...66 Guidelines for Safe and Efficient Use...68 End User Licence Agreement...73 Limited Warranty...73...
- Page 5 Sony Ericsson W890i UMTS 2100 GSM EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 This User guide is published by Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB or its local affiliated company, without any warranty. Improvements and changes to this User guide necessitated by typographical errors, inaccuracies of current...
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Page 6: Instruction Symbols
Hong Kong Standard Pat. No. HK0940329; Republic of Singapore Pat. No. 51383; Euro.Pat. 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. -
Page 7: 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 Unlock the battery cover locks on both sides. Remove the battery cover. Slide the SIM card into its holder with the gold-coloured contacts facing down. -
Page 8: 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 while settings are downloaded. If you want to correct a mistake when you enter your PIN, press SIM card The SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) -
Page 9: Help In Your Phone
Help in your phone Help and information are available in your phone. See Navigation on page 12. To use the setup wizard From standby select Menu > the General tab > Setup Select an option. To view information about functions •... -
Page 10: Phone Overview
Phone overview On/off key Video call camera Walkman® key Selection keys Call key Connector for charger, handsfree and USB cable Activity menu key Memory card slot (under the cover) Keylock key Ear speaker Screen light sensor Screen End key C key (Clear) Navigation key, Walkman®... - Page 11 Main camera Battery cover locks Volume, digital zoom keys Camera key Strap hole This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use. Getting started...
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Page 12: Menu Overview
Menu overview PlayNow™ Camera Radio Calls Answered Dialled Missed Internet Messaging Write new Inbox Email Web feeds Drafts Outbox Sent messages Saved messages My friends* Call voicemail Templates Manage messages Settings Getting started This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use. Contacts Myself New contact... -
Page 13: Getting Started 11
Screen saver Clock size Brightness Edit line names* Calls Speed dial Smart search Divert calls Switch to line 2* Manage calls Time & cost* Show/hide my no. Handsfree Connectivity Bluetooth Phone name Network sharing Synchronization Device management Mobile networks Internet settings Streaming settings Message settings* Accessories... -
Page 14: Navigation
Navigation The main menus are shown as icons. Some submenus include tabs. To navigate the phone menus 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 navigation key. -
Page 15: 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 16 To remove a memory card • Open the cover and press the edge of the memory card to release and remove it. To view memory card options From standby select Menu Organizer > File manager memory card tab. Select Options. Getting started This is an Internet version of this publication.
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Page 17: Phone Language
To move a file in the file manager From standby select Menu Organizer > 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 Organizer >... -
Page 18: Calling
Press to accept a suggestion. To enter text using multitap From standby select, for example, Menu > Messaging > Write new message. is displayed, press and hold down to change to multitap text input. Press – repeatedly until the desired letter appears. When a word is written, press add a space. - Page 19 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 •...
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Page 20: Contacts
To view your local emergency numbers From standby select Menu Contacts. Scroll to New contact Options > Special numbers Emergency nos.. Video call See a person on the screen during calls. Both parties need a subscription that supports the 3G (UMTS) service, and you need to be within range of a 3G (UMTS) network. -
Page 21: Edit Contact
Select a number option. Scroll between tabs and select the fields to add information. Select Save. Calling contacts To call a phone contact From standby select Menu Contacts. Scroll to a contact and press To go directly to a contact, from standby press and hold down To call a SIM contact from phone contacts... - Page 22 To copy names and numbers to the SIM card From standby select Menu Contacts. Scroll to New contact Options > Advanced > Select an option. When you copy all contacts from your phone to the SIM card, all existing SIM card information is replaced.
- Page 23 Scroll to a contact and select > Send contact. Select a transfer method. Make sure the receiving device supports the transfer method you select. Sorting contacts To select the sort order for contacts From standby select Menu Contacts. Scroll to New contact Options >...
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Page 24: Call List
Select a transfer method. Make sure the receiving device supports the transfer method you select. Groups You can create a group of phone numbers and email addresses from Phone contacts to send messages to. See Messaging on page 28. You can also use groups (with phone numbers) when you create accepted callers lists. -
Page 25: Voicemail
To speed dial • From standby enter the position number and press Voicemail If your subscription includes an answering service, callers can leave a voicemail message when you cannot answer a call. To enter your voicemail number From standby select Menu Messaging >... - Page 26 Voice dialling You can hear your recorded contact name when you receive a call from that contact. To voice dial From standby press and hold down a volume key. Wait for the tone and say a recorded name, for example “John mobile”. The name is played back to you and the call is connected.
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Page 27: Diverting Calls
Follow the instructions that appear and select Cont.. Wait for the tone and say “Busy”, or another word. Select to accept or recording. Follow the instructions that appear and select Cont.. Select where your voice answering is to be activated. To answer a call using voice commands •... -
Page 28: Conference Calls
To end an ongoing call and answer a second call • During the call, select Replace active call. Handling two voice calls You can have calls ongoing and on hold at the same time. To switch between two calls • During the call, press To join two calls •... -
Page 29: Restricted Dialling
To add numbers to the accepted callers list From standby select Menu > the Calls tab > Manage calls Accept calls > Only from Scroll to and select Add. Select a contact or Groups. See Groups on page 22. To accept all calls •... -
Page 30: Call Time And Cost
Select again to confirm. To save a fixed number From standby select Menu Contacts. Scroll to New contact Options > Special numbers dialling > Fixed numbers number. Enter the information and select Save. Call time and cost During a call, the duration of the call is shown. -
Page 31: Text Messages
Text messages Text messages can contain simple pictures, sound effects, animations, and melodies. Before you use messaging You must have a service centre number. The number is supplied by your service provider and is usually saved on the SIM card. If the number to your service centre is not saved on your SIM card, you must enter the number yourself. -
Page 32: Picture Messages
Picture messages Picture messages can contain text, pictures, slides, sound recordings, video clips, signatures and attachments. You can send picture messages to a mobile phone or an email address. Before you use picture messaging You must set an MMS profile and the address of your message server. -
Page 33: Message Options
Message options You can set standard options for all messages or choose specific settings each time you send a message. To set text message options From standby select Menu Messaging > Settings message. Scroll to an option and select Edit. To set picture message options From standby select Menu... -
Page 34: Email
Select a recipient and select Send. Email You can use standard email functions and your computer email address in your phone. Before you use email You can use the setup wizard to check if settings are available for your email account or you can enter them manually. -
Page 35: My Friends
To view an attachment in an email message • When you view the message, select Options > Attachments To save an attachment in an email message • When you view the message, select Options > Attachments Synchronizing email Email can be synchronized with a Microsoft Exchange Server (Microsoft®... - Page 36 To enter My friends server settings From standby select Menu Messaging > My friends Scroll to a setting and select Add. To log in to the My friends server • From standby select Menu Messaging > My friends To log out of the My friends server •...
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Page 37: Area And Cell Information
To add a chat group From standby select Menu Messaging > My friends groups tab > Options group. Select an option. Conversation history is saved between log out and when you log in again to let you return to chat messages from previous conversations. -
Page 38: Using The Camera
Using the camera To activate the camera • From standby press To take a picture Activate the camera and press to scroll to Press to take a picture. The picture is automatically saved. Do not record with a strong light source in the background. -
Page 39: Transferring Pictures
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 included on the CD that comes with your phone and are available for download at www.sonyericsson.com/support. -
Page 40: Camera Printing
To receive a picture or video clip • Follow the instructions that appear. Camera printing You can print camera pictures using the USB cable connected to a compatible printer. You can also print using a Bluetooth compatible printer. To print camera pictures using the USB cable From standby select Menu... -
Page 41: Photodj™ And Videodj
For each picture you want to tag, use to scroll to the picture and press the centre navigation key. To create a new photo tag From standby select Menu and scroll to Photo > Camera Scroll to a month and a picture. Select View. -
Page 42: Entertainment
Entertainment To navigate your media see Navigation on page 12. 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. Walkman® player To play music From standby select Menu Music. - Page 43 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 44 CD with your phone, 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 > Media also available for download at www.sonyericsson.com/support.
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Page 45: Trackid
Select a language and click OK. Click Install Sony Ericsson Media Manager and follow the instructions. To use Media Manager Connect the phone to a computer with the USB cable that came with the phone. Computer: Start/Programs/ Sony Ericsson/Media Manager. -
Page 46: Radio
Radio Do not use your phone as a radio in places where this is prohibited. To listen to the radio Connect the handsfree to the phone. From standby select Menu To change the volume • When the radio is playing, press the volume keys up or down. -
Page 47: Ringtones And Melodies
phone bill or prepay card is debited when a purchase is accepted. To download a music file When you have listened to a music file preview, you can agree to accept the conditions. Select to download. A text message is sent to confirm payment and the file is made available to download. -
Page 48: Sound Recorder
Break. You compose a melody by adding music blocks to the tracks. To compose a melody From standby select Menu Entertainment > MusicDJ™. Select to Insert, Copy to scroll between the blocks. Select Options > Save Sound recorder You can record a voice memo or a call. Recorded sounds can also be set as ringtones. -
Page 49: Connectivity
To set permissions for a Java application From standby select Menu Organizer > Applications. Scroll to an application and select Options > Permissions. Set permissions. Java application screen size Some Java applications are designed for a specific screen size. For more information, contact the application vendor. -
Page 50: Using The Internet
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 Select Options > Select an option. To exit the browser •... -
Page 51: Web Feeds
Select Options > Advanced mode > Shortcuts. Shortcut Bookmarks Enter text to address, Search Internet or search in Bookmarks. Fullscreen Normal screen. Zoom Pan & zoom is off). To make a call while browsing • When you browse the Internet, press To save a picture from a Web page When you browse the Internet, select Options... -
Page 52: Bluetooth™ Wireless Technology
Scroll to a feed and select Schedule update. Select an option. To update Web feeds manually From standby select Menu Messaging > feeds. Scroll to a feed and select Update. Select an option. Web feeds in standby You can show news updates on the standby screen. - Page 53 To pair the phone with a device From standby select Menu > the Connectivity tab > devices. Scroll to New device and select search for available devices. Select a device. Enter a passcode, if required. To allow connection to the phone From standby select Menu >...
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Page 54: Using The Usb Cable
To use media transfer and mass storage mode Phone Before transferring files you must install the Sony Ericsson PC Suite software on your computer. See To install the Sony Ericsson PC Suite on page 54. Connect the USB cable to the phone and the computer. -
Page 55: Synchronizing
This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use. and the 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 Windows Vista (32 bit and 64 bit versions of: Ultimate, Enterprise, Business, Home Premium, Home Basic) To install the Sony Ericsson PC Suite Turn on your computer and insert the CD. The CD starts automatically and the installation window opens.
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Page 57: Update Service
Scroll to an account and select Start. Synchronization using a Microsoft® Exchange Server You can access and synchronize corporate exchange information such as email, contacts and calendar entries with a Microsoft® Exchange Server using your phone. For more information on synchronization settings, contact your IT administrator. -
Page 58: More Features
Go to www.sonyericsson.com/support or click the Sony Ericsson Update service in the PC Suite software if installed on your computer. See To install the Sony Ericsson PC Suite on page 54. Select a region and country. Follow the instructions on the screen. -
Page 59: Location Services
Location services You can get help to find your way, view your approximate location and save your favourite locations. With the accessory GPS Enabler HGE-100 you can get more exact information about your current location. Some features of Location services use the Internet. -
Page 60: Calendar
Find and select an alarm signal. Select Save. To silence the alarm • When the alarm sounds, press any key. • To repeat the alarm, select Snooze. To turn off an alarm • When the alarm sounds, select off. To cancel the alarm From standby select Menu Organizer... -
Page 61: Notes
Select a date. Scroll to an appointment and select View. To edit an appointment From standby select Menu Organizer > Calendar. Select a date. Scroll to an appointment and select View. Select Options > Edit. Edit the appointment and confirm each entry. -
Page 62: Tasks
Tasks You can add new tasks or reuse existing tasks. To add a task From standby select Menu Organizer > Tasks. Select New task and select Add. Select an option. Enter details and confirm each entry. To view a task From standby select Menu Organizer... -
Page 63: Time And Date
Time and date To set the time From standby select Menu > the General tab > Time & date Time. Enter the time and select Save. To set the date From standby select Menu > the General tab > Time & date Date. - Page 64 (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 From standby select Menu >...
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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 7 or go to www.sonyericsson.com/support to order settings and follow the instructions on the screen. See Settings on page 47. How do I turn on and off T9 Text Input when writing? When you enter text, press and hold down .
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Page 67: Error Messages
Where can I find the regulatory information such as my IMEI number if I cannot turn on my phone? Error messages Insert SIM There is no SIM card in your phone or you may have inserted it incorrectly. See Charging the battery on page 7. The SIM card connectors need cleaning. -
Page 68: Important Information
• Global and local Web sites providing support. • A global network of Call Centers. • An extensive network of Sony Ericsson service partners. • A warranty period. Learn more about the warranty conditions in this User guide. On www.sonyericsson.com, under the support... -
Page 69: Phone Number
You will be charged for a call to one of our Call Centers according to national rates, including local Country Phone number Argentina 800-333-7427 Australia 1-300 650-600 Belgique/België 02-7451611 Brasil 4001-04444 Canada 1-866-766-9374 Central Africa +27 112589023 Chile 123-0020-0656 Colombia 18009122135 Česká... -
Page 70: Guidelines For Safe And Efficient Use
Pakistan Philippines/Pilipinas Polska Portugal România Россия Schweiz/Suisse/Svizzera Singapore Slovensko South Africa Suomi Sverige Türkiye Україна United Kingdom United States Venezuela المتحدة العربية الإمارات 中国 台灣 ไทย Guidelines for Safe and Efficient Use Please read this information before using your mobile phone. These instructions are intended for your safety. - Page 71 If the plug does not fit into the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Use only Sony Ericsson branded original chargers intended for use with your mobile phone. Other chargers may not be designed to the same safety and performance standards.
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Page 72: Personal Medical Devices
Check with your local service provider. Antenna This phone contains a built-in antenna. Use of antenna devices not marketed by Sony Ericsson specifically for this model could damage your mobile phone, reduce performance, and produce SAR levels above the established limits (see below). - Page 73 Accessible Solutions/Special Needs For phones sold in the US, you can use your TTY terminal with your Sony Ericsson mobile phone (with the necessary accessory). For information on Accessible Solutions for individuals with special needs call the Sony Ericsson Special Needs Center...
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Page 74: Disposing Of The Battery
Disposing of the battery Please check local regulations for disposal of batteries or call your local Sony Ericsson Call Center for information. The battery should never be placed in municipal waste. Use a battery disposal facility if available. -
Page 75: End User Licence Agreement
Communications AB and its affiliated companies (“Sony Ericsson”) and its third party suppliers and licensors (“Software”). As user of this Device, Sony Ericsson grants you a non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-assignable license to use the Software solely in conjunction with the Device on which it is installed and/or delivered with. -
Page 76: Our Warranty
Our warranty Subject to the conditions of this Limited Warranty, Sony Ericsson warrants this Product to be free from defects in design, material and workmanship at the time of its original purchase by a consumer. This... - Page 77 Since the cellular system on which the Product is to operate is provided by a carrier independent from Sony Ericsson, Sony Ericsson will not be responsible for the operation, availability, coverage, services or range of that system.
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Page 78: Fcc Statement
Important information This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use. Declaration of Conformity for W890i We, Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB of Nya Vattentornet SE-221 88 Lund, Sweden declare under our sole responsibility that our... -
Page 79: Index
Index activity menu...13 alarms...57 answering service...23 applications...46 appointments...58 assembly...5 battery charging...7 inserting...5 use and care...69 blog pictures...37 video...37 Bluetooth™ wireless technology...50 Business cards...21 calendar...58 call divert...25 call list...22 call numbers in message...29 call time...28 caller-specific ringtones...19 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use. calls accepting...26 answering and rejecting...17... - Page 80 emergency numbers...17 entering text...15 file manager...13 fixed dialling...27 flight mode...56 games...46 Google Maps™...57 groups...22 handsfree...23, 40 Bluetooth technology...51 help...7 IMEI number...62 Internet bookmarks...48 security and certificates...49 settings...47 Java™...46 keypad lock...62 Index This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use. keys...8 language...15 Limited warranty...73...
- Page 81 navigating menus...12 notes...59 Phone name...47 photo tags...38 PhotoDJ™...39 photos blog...37 picture messages...30 pictures...38 blog...37 edit...39 PIN code changing...61 unblocking...6 playlists...41 PlayNow™...44 profiles...60 PUK...6, 61 push email...33 ringtones...45 safety guidelines...68 sending appointments and tasks...59 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use. business cards...21 music...42 pictures...37...
- Page 82 transfer method Bluetooth technology...50 USB...52 transferring camera pictures...37 files...52 music...43 sound...51 turning on/off Bluetooth...50 phone lock...62 SIM lock protection...61 Update service...55 video blog...37 edit...39 video player...40 video recorder...35 VideoDJ™...39 voice answering...24 voice control...23 voice messages...31 voicemail...23 volume ear speaker...17 ringtone...45 Index This is an Internet version of this publication.