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(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Nokia could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. xxxxxxx/Issue 1 EN...
Safety......6 Write text......17 Message......18 1. General Contacts......19 Multi-phonebook....20 information....8 Flashlight......21 About your device.....8 Network services....8 Accessories.....22 Nokia support and contact information Battery....23 ..........9 Battery and charger information.....23 2. Get started..11 Nokia battery Insert the SIM card and authentication battery......11 guidelines......25 Remove the SIM card ..........12...
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Contents Medical devices....32 Vehicles......33 Potentially explosive environments....34 Emergency calls....35 Certification information (SAR).........36 Cyan Cyan Magenta Magenta Yellow Yellow Black Black...
Safety Read these simple guidelines. Not following them may be dangerous or illegal. Read the complete user guide for further information. SWITCH ON SAFELY Do not switch the device on when wireless phone use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger.
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Safety QUALIFIED SERVICE Only qualified personnel may install or repair this product. ACCESSORIES AND BATTERIES Use only approved accessories and batteries. Do not connect incompatible products. WATER-RESISTANCE Your device is not water-resistant. Keep it dry. Cyan Cyan Magenta Magenta Yellow Yellow Black Black...
1. General information About your device The wireless device described in this guide is approved for use on the GSM 850 and 1900 MHz networks. Contact your service provider for more information about networks. When using the features in this device, obey all laws and respect local customs, privacy and legitimate rights of others, including copyrights.
Nokia product. On the website, you can get information on the use of Nokia products and services. If you need to contact customer service, check the list of local Nokia contact centers at www.nokia.com/customerservice.
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General information For maintenance services, check your nearest Nokia service center at www.nokia.com/repair. Cyan Cyan Magenta Magenta Yellow Yellow Black Black...
2. Get started Insert the SIM card and battery This phone is intended for use with the BL-5C battery. Always switch the device off and disconnect the charger before removing the battery. 1. Press the release button (1) to release the back cover, and lift it (2).
Get started Remove the SIM card Press the release spring (1), and slide out the SIM card (2). Charge the battery Your battery has been partially charged at the factory. If the device indicates a low charge, do the following: 1.
Get started Switch on and off Press and hold the end key. Use the phone only in its normal operating position. Your device may have internal and external antennas. As with any radio transmitting device, avoid touching the antenna area unnecessarily while the antenna is transmitting or receiving.
3. Your phone Keys and parts Earpiece Display Selection keys Navi™ key; hereafter referred to as scroll key Call key End/Power key Keypad Cyan Cyan Magenta Magenta Yellow Yellow Black Black...
Your phone Release button Microphone Flashlight Wrist strap eyelet Channel selection keys FM radio key Headset connector Charger connector Loudspeaker Main features Select Menu and from the following: ● Messages — to create, send, open, and manage messages ● Contacts — to save names and phone numbers in the SIM card and phone memory ●...
Your phone ● Clock — to set the time for the alarm ● Radio — to manage radio features ● Reminders — to manage reminders ● Games — to set up game effects, or play the games installed in your phone ●...
Your phone Write text Text modes and text input You can enter text using traditional text input predictive text input To use traditional text input, press the key repeatedly until the letter appears. To set predictive text input on when writing, select Options >...
Your phone To quickly change the text input method, press # repeatedly, and check the indicator at the top of the display. To add a number, press and hold the desired number key. To get a list of special characters when using traditional text input, press *;...
Your phone add 10 characters for the text to be sent as two separate text messages. 3. To send the message, select Options > Send, enter the recipient's phone number or select it from Contacts, and select OK. To delete all read messages or all the messages in a folder, select Menu >...
Your phone Multi-phonebook Your phone supports up to five separate phonebooks for multiple users. When the multi-phonebook is activated, only the contacts in the active phonebook are visible. To activate the multi-phonebook, select Menu > Contacts > Settings > Multi-Phonebook > Phonebook style >...
Your phone Flashlight To switch the flashlight on or off, select Menu > Extras > Flashlight > On or Off. Cyan Cyan Magenta Magenta Yellow Yellow Black Black...
Accessories Warning: Use only batteries, chargers, and accessories approved by Nokia for use with this particular model. The use of any other types may invalidate any approval or warranty, and may be dangerous. For availability of approved accessories, please check with your dealer.
Battery and charger information Your device is powered by a rechargeable battery. The battery intended for use with this device is BL-5C. Nokia may make additional battery models available for this device. This device is intended for use when supplied with power from the following chargers: AC-3.
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Battery the charging indicator appears on the display or before any calls can be made. Always switch the device off and disconnect the charger before removing the battery. Unplug the charger from the electrical plug and the device when not in use. Do not leave a fully charged battery connected to a charger, since overcharging may shorten its lifetime.
Keep your battery out of the reach of small children. Nokia battery authentication guidelines Always use original Nokia batteries for your safety. To check that you are getting an original Nokia battery, purchase it from a Nokia authorised service centre or Cyan...
If you have any reason to believe that your battery is not an authentic, original Nokia battery, you should refrain from using it, and take it to the nearest Nokia authorised service centre or dealer for assistance.
If you cannot confirm that your Nokia battery with the hologram on the label is an authentic Nokia battery, please do not use the battery. Take it to the nearest Nokia authorised service centre or dealer for assistance. The use...
Care and maintenance Your device is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care. The following suggestions will help you protect your warranty coverage. ● Keep the device dry. Precipitation, humidity, and all types of liquids or moisture can contain minerals that will corrode electronic circuits.
Care and maintenance ● Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the device. ● Do not paint the device. Paint can clog the moving parts and prevent proper operation. ● Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna.
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More detailed information is available from the product retailer, local waste authorities, national producer responsibility organizations, or your local Nokia representative. For the product Eco-Declaration or instructions for returning your obsolete product, go to country-specific information at www.nokia.com.
Additional safety information Small children Your device and its accessories may contain small parts. Keep them out of the reach of small children. Operating environment This device meets RF exposure guidelines when used either in the normal use position against the ear or when positioned at least 2.2 centimetres (7/8 inch) away from the body.
Additional safety information Medical devices Operation of any radio transmitting equipment, including wireless phones, may interfere with the functionality of inadequately protected medical devices. Consult a physician or the manufacturer of the medical device to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF energy or if you have any questions.
Additional safety information ● Hold the wireless device to the ear opposite the medical device to minimise the potential for interference. ● Turn the wireless device off immediately if there is any reason to suspect that interference is taking place. ●...
Additional safety information be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty that may apply to the device. Check regularly that all wireless device equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly. Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the same compartment as the device, its parts, or accessories.
Additional safety information service stations. Observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots, storage, and distribution areas; chemical plants; or where blasting operations are in progress. Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly marked. They include below deck on boats, chemical transfer or storage facilities and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain, dust, or metal powders.
Additional safety information 1. If the device is not on, switch it on. Check for adequate signal strength. Depending on your device, you may also need to complete the following: ● Insert a SIM card if your device uses one. ●...
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SAR values may vary depending on national reporting and testing requirements and the network band. Additional SAR information may be provided under product information at www.nokia.com. Your mobile device is also designed to meet the requirements for exposure to radio waves established by...
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Additional safety information the Federal Communications Commission (USA) and Industry Canada. These requirements set a SAR limit of 1.6 W/kg averaged over one gram of tissue. The highest SAR value reported under this standard during product certification for use at the ear is 1.10 W/kg and when properly worn on the body is 0.47 W/kg.
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