Contents Experience more. Discover how...5 Getting started...6 Starting your phone for the first time...6 Getting to know your phone...7 Phone overview...7 Charging the battery...7 Using the home key...8 Home screen...8 Application screen ...9 Using the touch screen...10 Internet and messaging settings...10 Phone settings overview...10 Friends application ...12 Event filter...12...
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Voicemail...29 Locking and protecting your phone...30 IMEI number...30 Troubleshooting...31 My phone is not working as expected...31 Resetting the phone...31 No battery charging icon appears when I start charging the phone. . .31 I cannot use Internet-based services...31 No network coverage...31 Emergency calls only...31 SIM locked ...31 PUK blocked.
Important information Please read the Important information leaflet before you use your mobile phone. Some of the services and features described in this User guide are not supported in all countries/ regions or by all networks and/or service providers in all areas. Without limitation, this applies to the GSM International Emergency Number 112.
Getting started Some basic getting started instructions are printed on the box supplied with your phone. Below you will also find information to help get you started. To insert or remove a memory card You may have to purchase a memory card separately. Insert the memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing down.
Getting to know your phone Phone overview 3.5 mm Audio Plus connector Charging indicator Ear speaker Proximity sensor Touch screen Slideout keyboard Home key Microphone Connector for charger/USB cable Power key/Screen lock Camera lens Volume key Speaker Camera key Charging the battery Your phone battery is partly charged when you buy the phone.
To charge the phone using the power adapter • Connect the phone to a power outlet using the USB cable and the power adapter. Using the home key To go to the home screen • Press the home key. Home screen The Home screen is your gateway to the main features in your phone.
Application screen The Application screen gives you quick access to applications in your phone. You can also customise this screen. Remember that the Application screen extends beyond the regular screen dimensions, so you might have to flick left or right to see everything. An indicator at the top of the screen shows which part of the Application screen you are in.
To move an application on the Application screen From the Home screen, drag Touch and hold an item until application icons appear in each corner of the screen. Drag an item beyond the current screen view into another part of the Application screen.
Friends application The Friends application collects communications with your top five friends into one view. All communications – Facebook or Twitter updates, text and multimedia messages, missed calls – appear on your Home screen. Just tap a friend’s photo on your Home screen to view all communications with him or her.
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To adjust your preferred connection method with a friend From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Settings > Settings > Friends application > Preferred connection. Select an option. To call a friend from the Friends application Tap a friend's photo and then tap Tap a number from the list that appears.
Instant messaging Use the IM (Instant Messaging) application to chat with other people and participate in IM groups to discuss topics that interest you. IM service providers can vary in the features they offer users. Before you can use Instant messaging, you need to have the proper settings on your phone. In some cases, the settings may be already configured on your phone.
Entering text You can enter letters, numbers and special characters using either the slideout QWERTY keyboard or the on-screen keypad. Using the slideout keyboard Slide open your phone and start entering text with the QWERTY keyboard. When using the slideout keyboard, you can switch to using the on-screen keypad at any time. To enter an upper-case letter •...
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To change the writing language When you enter text, tap the language icon, for example, Select an option. To enter text using multitap text input When you enter text, tap the language icon, for example, Tap Multitap to change to multitap input. To write a word, tap the character key as many times as needed to show the letter you want.
Contacts Use the Contacts application to save information about the people you know. Enter their phone numbers, email addresses, birthdays and other details. You can keep track of all communication with a particular contact. To call a contact From the Home screen, tap Tap the contact.
Calling To make an emergency call From the Home screen, tap Enter the emergency number and tap You can make emergency calls when no SIM card is inserted. To make a call From the Home screen, tap If the call log appears, tap to enter the dial pad view.
Music Get the most out of your music player. Listen to music, audio books and podcasts. Manage your own playlists, and send your favourite tunes to friends. Install the Media Go™ application on your computer and transfer content to and from the memory card in your phone.
Connecting your phone to a computer Connect your phone to a computer and start transferring pictures, music and other file types. You might not be able to transfer some copyright-protected material between your phone and computer. Transferring and handling content using a USB cable The most common way to transfer files between your phone and a computer is using a USB cable.
Camera Take photos, record videos, view albums and share your favourite clips and pictures with friends – all with your camera application. Viewfinder and camera controls Zoom in and out (only available in video mode) Camera key. Press to take a photo or record a video clip. Take photos Exit the camera Switch between still and video camera...
TrackID™ technology Use the TrackID™ music recognition service to identify a music track you hear playing in your surroundings. Just record a short sample of the song and you’ll get artist, title and album info within seconds. You can also purchase tracks identified by TrackID™. For best results, use TrackID™...
PlayNow™ Use the PlayNow™ application in your phone to browse, purchase and download the latest music, games, ringtones, applications, themes and wallpapers. PlayNow™ is not available in all countries. To start PlayNow™ From the Home screen, drag Find and tap This is an Internet version of this publication.
Multimedia and text messaging To create and send a message From the Home screen, tap Tap New message > Write message. Enter your message text and tap To add a recipient, select a contact from the list that appears. You can also tap the text field, enter a number manually, and then tap Done.
Email Use your phone to send and receive emails through your regular email account. Before you get started, you need the correct Internet settings in your phone. See Internet and messaging settings on page 10. To set up an email account in your phone From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Email.
Bluetooth™ wireless technology Turn on the Bluetooth™ function in your phone and create wireless connections to other Bluetooth™ compatible devices such as computers, handsfree accessories, and phones. Bluetooth™ connections work better within a 10 metre (33 feet) range, with no solid objects in between.
Wi-Fi® Using Wi-Fi® technology you can access the Internet wirelessly with your phone. To access the Internet using a Wi-Fi® connection, you first need to search for and connect to an available Wi-Fi® network. The signal strength of the Wi-Fi® network may differ depending on your phone's location.
Web browser Browsing the web View and navigate web pages, bookmark your favourites, create shortcuts, and browse with several windows open at the same time – all with your web browser. To go to a web page Tap the text field to activate the keypad. Enter a web address.
More features Alarms Customise your alarm and wake up to your preferred alarm tone or radio station. Activated alarms sound even if your phone is turned off. To set a new alarm From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Alarm. Tap Add new.
Locking and protecting your phone IMEI number Every phone has a unique IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) number. You should keep a copy of this number. If your phone is stolen, your network provider can use your IMEI number to stop the phone from accessing the network in your country. To view the IMEI number in your phone From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Settings >...
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. In this case, contact the nearest Sony Ericsson service center. Emergency calls only You are within range of a network, but you are not allowed to use it.
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