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Getting started......................6
Assembly............................................6
Turning on the phone.........................6
Help....................................................7
Charging the battery..........................7
Phone overview..................................9
Menu overview.................................11
Navigation........................................13
Memory............................................14
Phone language...............................15
Entering text.....................................15
Walkman™ .........................16
Stereo portable handsfree...............16
Walkman™ player............................17
TrackID™ and MusicID™ ................20
Video player.....................................20
FM radio ..........................................21
MusicDJ™........................................22
Record sound...................................22
AT&T Music......................................22
handling content.................23
Handling content in the phone.........23
This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
phone...............................................24
Using a USB cable...........................24
a computer.......................................26
Phone name.....................................28
technology........................................28
Backing up and restoring.................29
Calling..................................31
Making and receiving calls...............31
Address Book ..................................33
Speed dial........................................36
More calling features........................36
Messaging...........................39
Text and multimedia messages.......39
Conversations..................................41
Voice messages...............................41
Mobile Email.....................................41
Instant Messaging (IM).....................42
Imaging ...............................44
Using the camera.............................44
More camera features......................45
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Contents Getting started...6 Assembly...6 Turning on the phone...6 Help...7 Charging the battery...7 Phone overview...9 Menu overview...11 Navigation...13 Memory...14 Phone language...15 Entering text...15 Walkman™ ...16 Stereo portable handsfree...16 Walkman™ player...17 TrackID™ and MusicID™ ...20 Video player...20 FM radio ...21 MusicDJ™...22 Record sound...22 AT&T Music...22 Transferring and handling content...23... - Page 2 Camera tips and tricks...45 Viewing and tagging photos...46 Using photos...47 Working with photos...47 Printing photos...47 MEdia™ Net...48 Bookmarks...48 History pages...48 More browser features...49 Internet security and certificates...50 Synchronizing...50 Synchronizing using a computer...50 More features...51 Flight mode...51 Gesture control...51 Alarms...52 Calendar...53 Notes...53 Tasks...54 Profiles...54...
- Page 3 Sony Ericsson W518a Walkman™ 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 information, or improvements to programs and/or equipment, may be made by Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB at any time and without notice.
- Page 4 T9™ Text Input is a trademark or a registered trademark of Tegic Communications. T9™ Text Input is licensed under one or more of the following: U.S. Pat. Nos. 5,818,437, 5,953,541, 5,187,480, 5,945,928, and 6,011,554; Canadian Pat. No. 1,331,057, United Kingdom Pat. No. 2238414B; Hong Kong Standard Pat.
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Page 5: Instruction Symbols
may not transport or deliver the product, its accessories or separate software to any country, region, entity or person prohibited by these regulations. Restricted Rights: Use, duplication or disclosure by the United States government is subject to the restrictions as set forth in the Rights in Technical Data and Computer Software Clauses in DFARS 252.227-7013(c) (1) (ii) and FAR 52.227-19(c) (2) as applicable. -
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. Slide the SIM card into its holder with the gold-colored contacts facing down. -
Page 7: Help
the charger before you insert or remove the SIM card. You can save contacts on the SIM card before you remove it from your phone. See To copy names and numbers to the SIM card on page 34. You may need a PIN (Personal Identification Number) to activate the services and functions in your phone. - Page 8 To charge the battery Connect the charger to the phone. It takes approximately 2.5 hours to fully charge the battery. Press a key to view the screen. Remove the charger by tilting the plug upwards. You can use your phone while it is charging.
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Page 9: Phone Overview
Phone overview 1 Ear speaker 2 Screen 3 Selection keys 4 Call key 5 Activity menu key 6 Microphone 7 Connector for charger, handsfree and USB cable 8 End key, On/off key 9 C key (Clear) 10 Navigation key 11 Silent key This is an Internet version of this publication. - Page 10 12 Media player key - play/stop 13 Media player key - next/fast forward 14 Screen light sensor 15 Volume, digital zoom keys 16 Battery cover 17 Key lock switch 18 Memory Stick Micro™ (M2™) slot 19 Loudspeaker 20 Media player key - previous/rewind 21 External display 22 Main camera Getting started...
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Page 11: Menu Overview
Menu overview AT&T Music WALKMAN Shop Music Music ID XM Radio Music Videos Make-UR-Tones Community Music Apps MEdia Net Camera My Stuff Camera album Music Pictures Video Themes Web pages Games Applications Other Messaging Write new Inbox/Conversations Mobile Email Call voicemail Sent messages Drafts This is an Internet version of this publication. - Page 12 Forward calls Manage calls Video Share* Time & cost* Show/hide my no. Handsfree Open to answer Connectivity Bluetooth Phone name Mobile networks*** Internet settings Streaming settings Message settings* SIP settings IMS settings Accessories * Some menus are operator-, network- and subscription- dependent.
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Page 13: Navigation
Navigation To access the main menu • When Menu appears on the screen, press the right selection key to select Menu. • Menu does not appear on the screen, press , and then press the right selection key to select Menu. To navigate the phone menus •... -
Page 14: Memory
Text messaging waiting Bluetooth is turned on Headphones are attached Internet session is active Key lock is on Silent mode is on Shortcuts You can use keypad shortcuts to go directly to functions from standby. To use navigation key shortcuts •... -
Page 15: Phone Language
contacts are saved in the phone memory, but you can choose to save them on the SIM card. Memory card You may have to purchase a memory card separately. Your phone supports Memory Stick Micro™ (M2™) memory card adding more storage space to your phone. It can also be used as a portable memory card with other compatible devices. -
Page 16: Walkman
Scroll to a symbol and select Insert. To enter text using T9™ Text Input Menu Select, for example, Messaging Write new > is not displayed, press and hold down to change to T9 Text Input. Press each key only once, even if the letter you want is not the first letter on the key. -
Page 17: Walkman™ Player
Walkman™ player You can use the media player keys to control the Walkman™ player when the phone is closed. The keys must be unlocked. For information on how to unlock the keys, see To unlock the media player keys on page 59. To play music When the phone is open, select >... - Page 18 To shuffle tracks • When the phone is closed and music is playing, press and hold down shake your phone. To change the volume Walkman™ This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use. When the phone is closed and music is playing, hold the phone out in front of you facing upwards.
- Page 19 Select to add the marked tracks to the playlist. SensMe™ With SensMe™ you can create playlists in two ways, by mood or from all the tracks in your phone. By mood, you first use Media Go™ to transfer tracks to your phone. Information such as mood, tempo and chords is then added.
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Page 20: Trackid™ And Musicid
appears in the list of available audio books. You can download the Media Go™ software from www.sonyericsson.com/support. To access audio books • Select Menu > AT&T Music WALKMAN > Audio books. You can find audio books in formats other than M4B and those that do not have ID3v2 chapter tags in the folder. -
Page 21: Fm Radio
FM radio You can use the media player keys to control the radio when the phone is closed. The keys must be unlocked. For information on how to unlock the keys, see To unlock the media player keys on page 59. Do not use your phone as a radio in places where this is prohibited. -
Page 22: Musicdj
MusicDJ™ You can compose and edit your own melodies to use as ringtones. Pre- arranged sounds with different characteristics are available. To compose a melody Select Menu > Tools & Apps MusicDJ™. Select to Insert, Copy Use , , to scroll between the sounds. -
Page 23: Transferring And Handling Content
To access AT&T Music • Menu AT&T Music Select > an option. This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use. Transferring and and select handling content You can transfer and handle content such as pictures and music. You are not allowed to exchange some copyright-protected material. -
Page 24: Sending Content To Another Phone
PC Software You may use Windows® Explorer, Sony Ericsson PC Suite, or Media Go™ with your phone. Sony Ericsson PC Options > software is available from www.sonyericsson.com/support to use... - Page 25 Media transfer Transfer music, pictures, or other files between your phone and a computer. The phone appears as a media device on your computer. Sony Ericsson PC Suite cannot access your phone in this mode. Print Print images from the Camera album.
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Page 26: Transferring Content To And From A Computer
Disconnect the USB The correct method for disconnecting the USB cable depends on the USB mode. To disconnect the USB cable safely in Mass storage or Phone mode When the phone is in Mass storage Phone mode, right-click the removable disk icon in Windows Explorer. - Page 27 Do not remove the USB cable from your phone or computer during transfer, as this may corrupt the memory card. Required operating systems You need one of these operating systems to use Sony Ericsson PC software: • Microsoft® Windows Vista™ •...
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Page 28: Phone Name
Wait until the phone appears in Media Go™. Move files between your phone and the computer in Media Go™. Phone name You can enter a name for your phone that is shown to other devices when using, for example, Bluetooth™ wireless technology. -
Page 29: Backing Up And Restoring
> On. Sony Ericsson PC Suite. Before backing up and restoring, you need to install the Sony Ericsson PC Suite, which is available from www.sonyericsson/support. You can backup and restore contacts within your phone using a Memory Stick Micro™... - Page 30 Sony Ericsson PC Suite Computer: Start the Sony Ericsson PC Suite from Start/Programs/ Sony Ericsson/Sony Ericsson PC Suite. Follow the instructions in the Sony Ericsson PC Suite for how to connect. Phone: Select Phone mode. Computer: Go to the backup and restore section in the Sony Ericsson PC Suite and make a backup.
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Page 31: Calling
Calling Making and receiving calls You need to turn on your phone and be within range of a network. To make a call Enter a phone number (with international country code and area code, if applicable). Press You can call numbers from your Address Book and call list. - Page 32 Emergency calls Your phone supports international emergency numbers, for example, 112 or 911. You can normally use these numbers to make emergency calls in any country, with or without the SIM card inserted, if you are within range of a network. In some countries, other emergency numbers may also be promoted.
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Page 33: Address Book
Contacts. Information can be saved in the phone memory or on the SIM card. You can synchronize your contacts using the Sony Ericsson PC Suite. Default contacts You can choose which contact information is shown as default. If... - Page 34 To call with Smart search Press – to 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 on or off Smart search Menu...
- Page 35 SIM contacts SIM contacts can contain names and numbers only. They are saved on the SIM card. To add a SIM contact Select Menu > Contacts. Scroll to New contact and select Add. Enter the name and select OK. Enter the number and select OK. Select a number option and add more information, if available.
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Page 36: Speed Dial
New contact Scroll to and select Options > Groups. Scroll to New group and select Add. Enter a name for the group and select Cont.. and select Add. Scroll to For each contact phone number or email address you want to mark, scroll to it and select Mark. - Page 37 more than one number, select the number to add the voice command to. 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.
- Page 38 To reject a second call • During the call, press with the ongoing call. 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.
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Page 39: Messaging
Select a contact or Groups. See Groups on page 35. To accept all calls Menu Settings • Select > Manage calls > Accept calls callers. Showing or hiding your phone number You can decide to show or hide your phone number when you make a call. To hide your phone number Select Menu... - Page 40 Select a recipient and select Send. If you send a message to a group, you will be charged for each member. To copy and paste text in a message When you write the message, select Options > Copy & paste. Copy all Mark &...
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Page 41: Conversations
To set options for all messages Menu Messaging Select > Message settings tab. Select an option. To set options for a specific message When the message is ready and a recipient is selected, select Advanced. Scroll to an option and select Edit. Conversations You can choose whether to view your Conversations... -
Page 42: Instant Messaging (Im)
Select the provider you want to use. Follow the prompts to enter your username and password. Select Next to log into your account. To write a new email From your Mobile Email inbox, select Options > Compose New. Fill in each field. Press Send. - Page 43 Enter your password, if needed. Press Sign Select your IM community > the Buddies tab. Send Select a buddy > Type your message and select Send. Status Show your status to your contacts only or show it to all users on the IM server. To set the status Menu >...
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Page 44: Imaging
Imaging You can take photos and record video clips to view, save or send. You find saved photos and video clips in and in File manager. Using the camera To activate the camera Menu > Camera. • Select Viewfinder and camera keys Imaging This is an Internet version of this publication. -
Page 45: More Camera Features
To use zoom • Press or . When taking a photo, zoom is available only in VGA picture size. To adjust brightness • Press the volume key up or down. To view photos Activate the camera and press the navigation key to scroll to . Options View all photos Select... -
Page 46: Viewing And Tagging Photos
Stay within the flash range Pictures taken beyond the maximum flash range will be too dark. The maximum flash range is about four steps away. Consider variety Think different angles, move towards the object. Take some vertical pictures. Try different positions. Use a plain background A plain background will help to highlight your subject. -
Page 47: Using Photos
Using photos You can add a photo to a contact. To use photos Menu Media Select > > > Camera album. Select a month. Scroll to a photo and select View. Options Select > Select an option. Working with photos You can view, enhance and organize your photos and video clips on your computer by installing the Adobe™... -
Page 48: Media™ Net
phone directly to a printer that accepts USB, Bluetooth, or Memory Stick Duo connections. To print photos using a USB cable Connect a USB cable to the phone. Connect the USB cable to the printer. Select Menu > Settings Connectivity tab >... -
Page 49: More Browser Features
To view history pages • Options Go to Select > > More browser features To use pan and zoom on a Web page When you browse the Internet, press Use the navigation key to move the frame. Press Zoom. To switch back to pan, press To use pan and zoom, Smart-Fit turned off. -
Page 50: Internet Security And Certificates
Microsoft Outlook®. Before synchronizing, you need to install the Sony Ericsson PC Suite. Sony Ericsson PC Suite software is available for download at www.sonyericsson.com/support. See Required operating systems on page 27. -
Page 51: More Features
PC Suite. Select Download now and save the file to your computer. Remember where you save the file. To install Sony Ericsson PC Suite from the downloaded file Locate the downloaded Sony Ericsson PC Suite file on the computer. Double-click the file and follow the instructions. -
Page 52: Alarms
When the light appears, sweep your hand back and forth once in front of the camera lens to mute the call or snooze the alarm. The distance between your hand and the camera lens must be 0–3 inches (0–7 cm). To turn on gesture control •... -
Page 53: Calendar
To set the snooze duration Menu Tools & Apps Select > Scroll to an alarm and select Edit. Scroll to Snooze duration Edit. Select an option. Calendar You can synchronise your calendar with a computer calendar, with a calendar on the Web or with a Microsoft®... -
Page 54: Tasks
To add a note Menu Tools & Apps Select > Organizer > Notes. Scroll to New note and select Add. Write a note and select Save. To show a note in standby Select Menu > Tools & Apps Organizer > Notes. Scroll to a note and select Show in standby. -
Page 55: Time And Date
Time and date To set the time Select Menu > Settings Time & date > Time. Enter the time and select Save. To set the date Menu Settings Select > Time & date > Date. Enter the date and select Save. To set the time zone Select Menu... -
Page 56: Screen Orientation
Screen orientation You can change between landscape and portrait orientation, or select rotate to have the orientation change when you rotate the phone. To change screen orientation in the browser Select Select Options > View. Select Landscape or Portrait. To change screen orientation in Media Select Menu... -
Page 57: Locks
Change the phone lock code (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 Select Security Protection. -
Page 58: Password Saver
To unlock the phone • Enter your code and select OK. To change the phone lock code Select Menu > Settings Security Locks Phone protection > > Change code. Enter the old code and select OK. Enter the new code and select OK. Repeat the code and select OK. -
Page 59: Imei Number
IMEI number Keep a copy of your IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) number in case your phone is stolen. To view your IMEI number • Press Using the flip When the phone is closed, you can use the media player keys on the flip to control your Walkman™... - Page 60 I cannot charge the phone or battery capacity is low The charger is not properly connected or the battery connection is poor. Remove the battery and clean the connectors. The battery is worn out and needs to be replaced. See Charging the battery on page 7.
- Page 61 Enter the number, including the international “+” sign and country code. Select Save. To select an MMS profile Select Menu > Settings Message settings > Picture Select an existing profile or create a new one. To set the message server address Menu Settings Select...
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Page 62: Error Messages
Enter an incorrect passcode three times. Reset code memo and delete all items? appears. Select Yes. 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. -
Page 63: Hearing Aid Compatibility
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. However, in an emergency, some network operators allow you to call the international emergency number 112. -
Page 64: Hearing Aid Compatibility Rating
try the different features of this phone thoroughly and in different locations, using your hearing aid or cochlear implant, to determine if you hear any interfering noise. Consult your service provider about its return and exchange policies and for information on hearing aid compatibility. -
Page 65: 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 the Important information. At www.sonyericsson.com/support, you can find the latest support tools and information. -
Page 66: Personal Medical Devices
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 pose increased safety risks. Battery New or idle batteries can have short-term reduced capacity. -
Page 67: Emergency Calls
Malware or harmful applications can include viruses, worms, spyware, and other unwanted programs. While the device does employ security measures to resist such efforts, Sony Ericsson does not warrant or represent that the device will be impervious to the introduction of malware. You can however reduce... -
Page 68: Disposing Of The Battery
Accessible Solutions/Special Needs In the US, compatible Sony Ericsson phones may offer compatibility with TTY terminals (with use of necessary accessory). For more information call the Sony Ericsson Special Needs Center on 877 878 1996 (TTY) or 877 207 2056 (voice), or go to www.sonyericsson-snc.com. -
Page 69: End User License Agreement
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 Limited Warranty will last for a period of one (1) year as from the original date of purchase of the Product. - Page 70 Product from the dealer. If Sony Ericsson repairs or replaces the Product, the repair for the defect concerned, or the replaced Product shall be warranted for the remaining time of Important information This is an Internet version of this publication.
- Page 71 Product is sold in such country by an authorised Sony Ericsson distributor. To find out if your Product is sold in the country you are in, please call the local Sony Ericsson Contact Center.
- Page 72 Bermuda 1-800-083-9518 (Toll Free) Bolivia 800-100-542 (número gratuito) Brasil 4001-0444 (ligação gratuita) Canada 1 866 766 9374 (Toll Free / sans frais) Cayman Islands 1-800-084-9518 (Toll Free) Central and Southern +27 11 506 0123 Africa Česká republika 0844 550 055 Chile 800-646-425 (número gratuito) Colombia...
- Page 73 Ireland 1850 545 888 (Local rate) Italia 06 48895206 (tariffa locale) Jamaica 1-800-442-3471 (Toll Free) 0800 90 909 Κύπρος/Kıbrıs Latvija 67 21 43 01 Lietuva 8 700 55030 Magyarország 01 880 47 47 Malaysia 1800-88-9900 (Toll Free / bebas tol) Maroc/المغرب...
- Page 74 South Africa 0861 632222 South Κorea/대한민국 (+82) 1588 4170 Suomi 09 299 2000 Sverige 013 24 45 00 (lokal taxa) Trinidad and Tobago 1-800-080-9521 (Toll Free) Türkiye +90 212 473 77 77 United Kingdom 08705 237 237 (Local rate) United States 1 866 766 9374 Uruguay 000-401-787-013 (número gratuito)
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Page 75: Index
Index activity menu ...14 Address Book ...33 alarms ...52 answering service ...36 applications ...56 appointments ...53 assembly ...6 AT&T Video Share ...32 audio book ...19 auto rotate ...56 backing up and restoring ...29 battery capacity ...7 charging ...8 inserting ...6 use and care ...66 Bluetooth™... - Page 76 flight mode ...51 flip locking ...59 unlocking ...59 FM radio ...21 games ...56 gesture control ...51 groups ...35 handsfree ...16, 36 Bluetooth™ wireless technology . 29 hearing aid compatibility ...64 help ...7 hiding number ...39 IM ...42 imaging ...44 IMEI number ...59 instant messaging ...42 Internet bookmarks ...48...
- Page 77 navigating menus ...13 notes ...53 pan and zoom Web pages ...49 password saver ...58, 61 PC Suite ...50 phone memory ...7, 14 phone mode ...51 phone name ...28 phone, turning on ...6 photo fix ...45 PhotoDJ™ ...47 photos ...46 editing ...47 improving ...45 tags ...46 pictures ...46...
- Page 78 theme ...55 time ...55 time zone ...55 TrackID™ ...20 transfer method Bluetooth™ wireless technology . 28 USB cable ...24 transferring music ...26 photos ...26 sound ...29 turning on/off Bluetooth™ function ...28 phone lock ...57 SIM lock protection ...57 USB cable ...24 video editing ...47 video player ...20 video recorder ...44...
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