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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Getting started................5 User guide in the phone..............5 Additional help..................5 Assembly....................5 Turning the phone on and off..............6 Aligning the screen................7 Getting to know your phone............8 Phone overview...................9 Charging the battery................9 Stereo portable handsfree..............10 Status bar..................10 Status icons..................10 Screen lock..................11 Navigating..................11 Personalizing the start menu.............13 Time and date...................13 Alarms and notifications..............14... - Page 3 Finding company contacts using Microsoft® Exchange Server..36 Calendar..................37 Using the calendar................37 Managing meeting requests using Microsoft® Outlook®....37 Synchronizing................39 Synchronization methods..............39 Synchronizing using Sony Ericsson Sync..........39 Synchronizing with a Microsoft® Windows® computer using Microsoft® ActiveSync®..............40 Synchronizing wirelessly with a Microsoft® Exchange Server....42 Messaging...................45 SMS and MMS.................45 E-mail....................46...
- Page 4 Managing applications..............60 Copyright protected content.............61 Media...................62 Photos....................62 Music....................63 Video....................65 Streaming media................66 Radio....................66 Camera..................70 Using the camera................70 Using the still camera................70 Using the video camera..............75 Using the camera to work with photos and videos......79 Transferring content..............80 Transferring files between your phone and a computer.....80 Location services...............81 Using the internal GPS receiver............81 FastGPS...................81...
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Page 5: Getting Started
For applications accessed on or through a third-party Web site, please review such Web sites’ terms of use and applicable privacy policy in advance. Sony Ericsson does not warrant or guarantee the availability or performance of any third-party Web sites or offered services. -
Page 6: Turning The Phone On And Off
To insert the battery Unlock the battery cover. Remove the battery cover. Insert the battery with the Sony Ericsson hologram side up and the connectors facing each other. To insert a memory card Remove the battery cover. Insert the memory card with the gold-colored contacts facing down. -
Page 7: Aligning The Screen
Press and hold down the power key until the phone starts. At first startup, a setup guide leads you through the essential settings for your phone. When you charge the phone the first time, it may take up to 15 minutes before the screen lights up. -
Page 8: Getting To Know Your Phone
Getting to know your phone This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use. -
Page 9: Phone Overview
Phone overview 13 12 1 Power key 2 Connector for charger/USB cable 3 Keyboard 4 Battery cover lock 5 Call key 6 SlideView key 7 Optical joystick/Selection key 8 OK key 9 End call key 10 Touch screen 11 Video call camera 12 Ear speaker 13 Light sensor 14 3.5 mm headset/TV-out cable connector... -
Page 10: Stereo Portable Handsfree
To charge the phone using the power adapter • Connect the phone to a power outlet using the USB cable provided and the power adapter. To charge the phone using a computer • Connect the phone to a USB port on a computer using the included USB cable provided. -
Page 11: Screen Lock
3G/UMTS available Signal strength GPRS in use No signal HSDPA in use Phone radio turned off 3G/UMTS in use Voice call in progress EDGE in use Call on hold Connection is active Sound on Connection is not active Sound off Missed call Battery charging New incoming text message... -
Page 12: Using The Touch Screen
Using the touch screen • To highlight or open an item, tap the item. • To copy, rename or send a file, touch and hold down the file or folder. Select the preferred action from the options dialog. • To scroll up or down, flick your finger or stylus up or down on the screen. On some pages you can also flick to the sides. -
Page 13: Personalizing The Start Menu
To enable the scroll function > Settings > System > Optical joystick. Mark or unmark the Enable scroll function for Messaging and Contacts checkbox. You can enable this option only if the Enable Optical Joystick checkbox is marked. Personalizing the start menu You can customize what to display on the start menu. -
Page 14: Alarms And Notifications
Alarms and notifications To set an alarm > Settings > Clock & Alarms > the Alarms tab. Tap Description and enter a name for the alarm. Tap the day of the week for the alarm. You can select multiple days by tapping each desired day. -
Page 15: Internet And Messaging Settings
To change the phone name > Settings > System > About. Tap the Device ID tab. Enter a new name. Tap OK. The phone name must begin with a letter, consist of letters from A to Z, numbers from 0 to 9, and cannot contain spaces. -
Page 16: Handling Content With The File Explorer In The Phone
Handling content with the File Explorer in the phone You can use File Explorer in your phone to handle content saved in the phone memory or on a memory card. If the memory is full, delete some content to create space. To use the File Explorer in your phone •... -
Page 17: Programs
To enter text using the on-screen keyboard • In a program, tap the text input icon at the bottom of the screen and the on- screen keyboard appears.. To enter punctuation marks and symbols using the on-screen keyboard In a program, tap at the bottom of the screen. -
Page 18: Settings
Quick access to frequently used phone activities. Media Manage media files such as music, photos, videos, and games. Sony Ericsson Sync Synchronize your contacts, calendar and more using SonyEricsson.com. YouTube Share and view videos from all over the world. Games Play any of the pre-installed games. - Page 19 To see all available settings > Settings. Tap and view one of the following settings: • The Personal folder • The System folder • The Connections folder • Bluetooth • Sounds & Notifications • Clock & Alarms • Auto Lock •...
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Page 20: Recommended Accessories
Microphone AGC Adjust the volume of your voice automatically when you are recording. Optical joystick Enable the optical joystick and scroll function for Messages and Contacts. Regional Settings Set the regional configuration to use, including the format for displaying numbers, currency, date, and time in your phone. -
Page 21: Updating Your Phone
Updating your phone You can update your phone to the most recent software for optimal performance and to get the latest enhancements. Updates can be downloaded using the Update Service application on your computer. You will need to connect your phone to the computer using a supported USB cable. -
Page 22: Slideview
• PlayNow • Sony Ericsson Sync • Panel Manager The PlayNow™ application and Sony Ericsson Sync are not supported by all networks and/or service providers in all areas. To open SlideView • Press To navigate SlideView To open a phone activity, tap the activity. -
Page 23: Panels
Panels Panels let you personalize your phone with the content you want most. Your phone comes with a number of panels pre-loaded. You can view your chosen panels in different views, set panels to switch automatically, and also download new panels. Some panels described in this User guide are not supported by all networks and/or service providers in all areas. -
Page 24: Auto Panel Switching
To open a panel from the Favorites view • Tap the panel you want to open. All panels view In All panels view you can view all the panels including favorites and downloaded panels. You can also read information about some of them. To open a panel from All panels view Flick right or left through the panels until the desired panel is highlighted. -
Page 25: Panel Manager Settings
9:00 13:00 17:00 21:00 Timeline Added panels in timeline Available panel list To change the time in the timeline • In Auto panel switching view, tap To add panels to the timeline • Drag the panels you want from the available panel list to the timeline. To remove panels from the timeline •... -
Page 26: Tilewave Panel
Tilewave panel This panel gives you an overview of features through a 3D interface. You can access the features with a single tap. Time, date, and weather are updated automatically when you select a city and you are connected to the Internet. You can also create and manage RSS feeds. -
Page 27: Growing Panel
The Bluetooth™ function. The fountain will flow with water when the Bluetooth™ function is on. When the Bluetooth™ function is off, the fountain is still Battery level. The number of filled car park levels indicates battery level status Sony Ericsson website Google Maps™ Google website 10 Calls. -
Page 28: Spb™ Mobile Shell Panel
Spb™ Mobile Shell panel There are two types of Spb™ Mobile Shell panel: Lifestyle and Professional. The Spb™ Mobile Shell Professional panel is more work-oriented, with your calendar and appointments as the main view. Both the Lifestyle and Professional panels can be customized to your own needs. -
Page 29: Calling
Calling Making and receiving calls You can use your phone to make, receive and keep track of calls and messages. You can also dial directly from Contacts or from the Call History. To make or receive a phone call, your phone must be within range of a network. Making calls Phone screen overview Press... -
Page 30: Receiving Calls
To make a call from Contacts Press , then tap the tab. Scroll to the contact you want to call. Tap the contact to see all the contact's phone numbers. Scroll to the phone number you want to call and tap it. The Call History You can view information about answered, dialled and missed or rejected calls, such as phone numbers, date, time and call length. -
Page 31: More Call Features
To make an emergency call Press Dial the local emergency number, or look it up on the SIM card, if available. Press Speed Dial You can use Speed Dial to speed up dialing to the contacts that you call most frequently. You can store speed dial numbers in positions 2 to 99 (position 1 is reserved for your voicemail). -
Page 32: Video Call
To set up a conference call Make a call. Put the call on hold and make a new call, or accept a new incoming call. Tap Menu > Conference. Adding a contact to Contacts after a call This feature means you can save a new phone number automatically to Contacts after a call. - Page 33 • From the Phone screen, or during a video call, you can tap Menu > Video Call Settings to enter more comprehensive settings. These settings are preferably entered before you start making a call. To enter video call settings Press Tap Menu >...
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Page 34: Contacts
Contacts In Contacts you can store information about the people and businesses you communicate with. For each contact you can store phone numbers, e-mail addresses, instant messaging (IM) names, and additional information such as company and home addresses. You can also assign a picture and a ringtone to a contact. -
Page 35: Sim Contacts
To create a group of contacts > Contacts. Tap Messaging Group if you want to create a group of text or multimedia message recipients, or tap E-mail Group if you want to create a group of e-mail recipients. Enter the name of the group. , tap the desired members of the group and tap Done. -
Page 36: Finding Company Contacts Using Microsoft® Exchange Server
To select which contacts to display > Contacts. > Filter. Select Device Contacts to only display contacts saved in the phone memory, select SIM Contacts to only display contacts saved on the SIM card, or select All Contacts to display all contacts. To copy contacts from the SIM card to the phone memory >... -
Page 37: Calendar
Calendar Your phone has a calendar for managing your time schedule. For information on synchronizing the phone calendar with a Microsoft® Exchange Server or your computer, see Synchronizing on page 39. To open the calendar • Press , then tap Calendar. You can also tap >... - Page 38 To create and send a meeting request , then tap Calendar. Press Enter the relevant details in the Subject: and Location: fields. To change the start date, tap the date and edit as desired. Do the same for the start time, end date and end time.
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Page 39: Synchronizing
This account can be created and set up from your phone, or you can create one at m.sonyericsson.com/user. The Sony Ericsson Sync application can be set up to connect to any SyncML™ service. To set up Sony Ericsson Sync in your phone >... -
Page 40: Synchronizing With A Microsoft® Windows® Computer Using Microsoft® Activesync
To set up a synchronization schedule in Sony Ericsson Sync > Sony Ericsson sync. Tap Edit. Mark the Sync Interval checkbox. Select a synchronization interval and tap Set. Select a start time for the synchronization and tap Set. Select a start date for the synchronization and tap Set. -
Page 41: Changing Which Information Is Synchronized
To synchronize with Microsoft® Windows Vista® or Microsoft® Windows® 7 using a USB cable Connect your phone to the computer using the USB cable. Computer: Select Windows Mobile Device Center from the start menu. Click at the lower left part of the Windows Mobile® Device Center window. Synchronizing your phone with Microsoft®... -
Page 42: Synchronizing Wirelessly With A Microsoft® Exchange Server
Computer: If not already installed, download and install Windows Media® Player version 10 or later from www.microsoft.com. Connect the phone to the computer using the USB cable that comes with the phone and wait for a few seconds. If prompted, follow any on-screen instructions to continue the media synchronization setup. - Page 43 To change an existing local synchronization setup Perform these steps only if you have previously synchronized your e-mails, calendars or contacts by using a Bluetooth™ wireless technology connection or a USB connection to a Microsoft® Windows® computer. > ActiveSync. Tap Menu > Add Server Source . Enter your e-mail address and tap Next.
- Page 44 Direct Push, where all changes and new items are immediately pushed from your phone to a computer and from the computer to your phone. With scheduled synchronizations you can set a regular schedule for synchronizing Microsoft® Outlook® e-mails and other information. You can set how often to synchronize during peak times (which usually refer to your working hours) when the e-mail volume is high, as well as during off-peak times when the e-mail volume is low.
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Page 45: Messaging
Messaging You can send and receive text messages (sent via SMS), multimedia messages (sent via MMS), e-mails and Windows™ Live instant messages with your phone. SMS and MMS Before using SMS and MMS You can send and receive text messages with your phone using SMS (Short Message Service). -
Page 46: E-Mail
To save a received multimedia message attachment Press Tap Messages > SMS/MMS. Tap the desired message. When the message is shown, tap Menu > View Objects. Tap Menu, then tap Save or Save All. Select a location and tap Save. To hide the on-screen keyboard, tap To reply to a text or multimedia message Press... - Page 47 provided by an ISP (Internet Service provider). You can also set up one Microsoft® Exchange Server e-mail account. To set up an e-mail account of a common type Press , then tap Messages. Enter your e-mail address and password, and, if desired, mark the Save password checkbox.
- Page 48 To forward an e-mail message , then tap Messages. Press Tap an e-mail account, then tap the message you want to forward. > Reply/Forward > Forward. Enter the recipients' addresses manually, or tap To:, Bcc: or Cc: and add an address from Contacts.
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Page 49: Windows Live™ Messenger
Microsoft® Exchange Server features If you have set up a Microsoft® Exchange Server e-mail account in your phone, you can benefit from enhanced e-mail functionality. Which features you have access to depends on the version of Microsoft® Exchange Server your service provider uses. -
Page 50: Getting Connected
Getting connected Bluetooth™ technology The Bluetooth™ function creates a wireless connection to other Bluetooth™ devices, for example, handsfree devices. A range within 33 feet (10 meters), with no solid objects in between, is recommended. Bluetooth™ modes The Bluetooth™ functionality in your phone can be set in different modes: •... - Page 51 To rename a Bluetooth™ partnership Tap and hold the name of the partnership on the Devices tab in the Bluetooth™ settings view. Tap Edit and change the name. Tap Save. To delete a Bluetooth™ partnership Tap and hold the name of the partnership on the Devices tab in the Bluetooth™ settings view.
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Page 52: Wi-Fi
To beam a contact to a computer Before you can begin to beam information make sure to turn on Bluetooth™ functionality in your phone. Also, you need to set your phone to visible and create a Bluetooth™ partnership with the computer. In your phone, select a contact to beam. -
Page 53: Internet Sharing
To turn Wi-Fi™ on and off > Settings > Communication Manager. Mark or unmark the Wi-Fi checkbox to turn the function on or off, respectively. To change Wi-Fi™ settings > Settings > Connections > Wi-Fi. Select a network. Enter new settings and tap Next > Next > Finish. Wi-Fi™... -
Page 54: Tv Out
To end the Internet connection • Tap Disconnect on the Internet sharing screen. TV out You can view your phone display on a TV, LCD monitor or a video projector. This way you can show pictures, videos and any other material stored in your phone on a larger screen. Your phone connects to the TV, LCD monitor or video projector through a dedicated TV out cable. -
Page 55: Media Server
• Crop: Output is cropped to use the full height of your TV. The image occupies the whole display area of the screen. • Scale: Output is scaled to show the full width of your phone screen. The content displayed on the screen is framed by black bars on the top and bottom. - Page 56 A compatible device can be, for example, a computer, camera, TV, PLAYSTATION®3, or another phone with media server sharing functionality. Wi-Fi must be turned on and your phone must be connected to a favorite network. Using the media server A media server exposes video, music and images for sharing and viewing on a Wi-Fi™ network.
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Page 57: Web Browser
Web browser The Web browser in your phone is Microsoft® Internet Explorer® Mobile 6. You can use the browser to visit Web sites, watch online streamed content or play games. The Web sites can be viewed in full-screen, or in a single-column to avoid side-to-side scrolling. Before browsing the Web Your phone allows you to access the Internet using a Wi-Fi™... -
Page 58: Zooming
To view menu options • View options From the View menu, you can change the way you view Web pages: • Text size - Select the text size. • Enable ActiveX Controls – Enable interactive Web pages via ActiveX. • Mobile –... -
Page 59: History Pages
To create a folder for your favorite Web pages In the browser, tap , then tap Enter the name of the folder to organize your Web pages. Tap OK. To edit a favorite Web page When you are viewing the Web page, tap Edit the name or address, or change the destination folder, as desired. -
Page 60: Applications And Content
Applications and content You can use the PlayNow™ service and Windows® Marketplace to download applications and games to your phone. Windows® Marketplace and the PlayNow™ service can be found in the Windows® main menu. PlayNow™ With the PlayNow™ service you can download new panels, applications, games and other content. -
Page 61: Copyright Protected Content
To remove an application > Settings > System > Remove Programs. In the Programs in storage memory list, select the program you want to remove and tap Remove. Tap Yes. If another confirmation message appears, tap Yes again. Copyright protected content Some listed items or content that you want to access, for example, applications, games, or music albums, may be copyright protected by DRM (Digital Rights Management). -
Page 62: Media
Media You can use Media in SlideView to browse and manage media files such as photos, music and videos. From here you can also access the FM radio. For media files to appear in Media in SlideView, they have to be placed in the My Documents folder in the phone memory or on the memory card. -
Page 63: Music
Working with photos You can delete, send or use your photos as background or contact photos. You can use your computer to transfer content to and from the memory card in your phone. For more information on how to transfer files from your computer, see Transferring content on page 80. -
Page 64: Playing Music In Random Order
To play music Press to open SlideView. Tap Media > Music. Browse by track , artist , album , or playlist by tapping the buttons. Tap a track to play it. To view music content by category • When you are browsing your music in SlideView, tap to view music by track, tap to view music by artist, tap to view music by album, or tap... -
Page 65: Video
To repeat the current track In the music player, tap until appears. To repeat all tracks in the current play queue In the music player, tap until appears. Playlists You can use playlists that you have created on a computer or in other applications. You can transfer playlists to your phone. -
Page 66: Streaming Media
Working with videos To delete a video > Pictures & Videos. Tap the drop-down box in the top left of the screen. Browse to the video file. Highlight the video file. Tap Menu > Delete. To send a video > Pictures & Videos. Tap the drop-down box in the top left of the screen. -
Page 67: Fm Radio Overview
To turn on the radio Connect a portable handsfree or headphones to the phone. Press to open SlideView. Scroll to Media. > FM radio overview 13 14 Minimize the radio Listen through portable handsfree or headphones Listen through the phone speaker Preset a radio channel Frequency bar Current frequency marker... - Page 68 To fine tune the frequency • When the radio is playing, tap To adjust the radio volume • When the radio is open, drag the volume marker or tap the volume bar. To mute or unmute the volume • In the music player, tap .
- Page 69 To switch between headphones and speaker • When the radio is open, tap This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
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Page 70: Camera
Camera You can take photos and record videos using the camera in the phone. Photos and videos are automatically saved on the memory card. You can view saved photos and videos from the camera application, or under Media in SlideView. Using the camera Zoom in or out View photos and videos... -
Page 71: Still Camera Settings
To select still camera settings Activate the camera and tap to display the settings bar. to view more settings. Still camera settings Auto/Manual Auto When Auto is on, Scenes, Focus, Light, Exposure time and White balance are set to Auto. Manual When Manual is on, you can adjust all settings manually. - Page 72 Auto AUTO The light will automatically be turned on when lighting conditions are poor. The light never goes on, regardless of lighting conditions. Sometimes photo quality can be better without a light, even if lighting conditions are poor. Taking a good photo without using the light requires a steady hand.
- Page 73 White balance The white balance setting adjusts the color balance according to the lighting conditions Auto Adjusts the color balance automatically to the lighting conditions. Incandescent Adjusts the color balance for bright lighting such as under light bulbs, or when lighting conditions change quickly.
- Page 74 Auto rotate The accelerometer in the phone makes it possible to automatically rotate the display and photos in the same orientation in which you hold the phone. When Auto rotate is off, a photo appears in the same orientation as when it was originally taken.
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Page 75: Using The Video Camera
Image stabilizer When taking a photo, it can be difficult to hold the phone steady. The stabilizer helps you by compensating for small movements of the hand. It is only recommended to use the image stabilizer when doing a close-up shot of an object. -
Page 76: Video Camera Settings
To select video camera settings Activate the camera and tap to display the settings bar. to view more settings. Video camera settings Auto/Manual Auto When Auto is on, Scenes, Focus, Exposure time and White balance are set to Auto. Manual When Manual is on, you can select all settings manually. - Page 77 Exposure time Apply exposure compensation to adjust for different light conditions. Reduce the exposure time. Increase the exposure time. Additional video camera settings and then tap Video to display additional video camera settings. Effects You can select different effects for your video. No effect.
- Page 78 When turned on, sound is recorded with the video. General camera settings and then tap General to display general camera settings valid for both the still and video camera. Self-timer With the self-timer you can record a video without holding the phone. Use it to record a video where everyone can be in it.
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Page 79: Using The Camera To Work With Photos And Videos
Reset settings Reset all the camera settings to the original settings. Version Display the version of the camera application. Using the camera to work with photos and videos Viewing photos and videos You can use the camera or SlideView to view your photos and videos. To view photos and videos using the camera Activate the camera. -
Page 80: Transferring Content
Transferring content You can move and copy files between your phone and a computer. Follow the instructions below for the version of Microsoft® Windows® you are running on your computer. You can also transfer files wirelessly between your phone and another Bluetooth™ device within range of your phone. -
Page 81: Location Services
Some location services may download data from the Internet. Data rates and charges may apply. Sony Ericsson does not warrant the accuracy of any location services including but not limited to navigational services. - Page 82 To view help about Google Maps • In Google Maps, tap Menu > Help > Tips. This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
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Page 83: Locking And Protecting Your Phone
Locking and protecting your phone IMEI number Keep a copy of your IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) number in case your phone is stolen. To view your IMEI number • You can find the IMEI number under the battery. To view your IMEI number in the phone >... -
Page 84: Phone Protection
You can stop unauthorized use of your phone by setting a phone password. It is important that you remember your phone password. If you forget it, you need to take your phone to your local Sony Ericsson retailer. To activate phone protection >... -
Page 85: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Resetting the phone You can reset your phone to factory default settings. You can also use Clear phone memory to simultaneously reset your phone to factory settings and delete all phone content, for example if you want to let someone else use your phone. Before performing a Clear phone memory, you need to back up all data, for example photos and music stored in the phone, in order not to lose this data. -
Page 86: Legal Information
Sony Ericsson does not guarantee the accuracy, integrity or quality of any additional content or any other third party content. Under no circumstances will Sony Ericsson be liable in any way for your improper use of additional content or other third party content. - Page 87 restrictions as set forth in the Rights in Technical Data and Computer Software Clauses in DFARS 252.227-7013(c) (1) and FAR 52.227-19(c) (2) as applicable. 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.
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Page 88: Index
Index file transfer ...............80 ActiveSync® - see Microsoft® ActiveSync® fine tuning alarms ..............14 FM radio frequency .........68 arrow keys ...............12 FM radio ..............66 automatic turn off ............7 overview ............67 battery ...............6 games ..............60 beaming Google Maps™ ............81 photos .............63 GPS .................81 videos ..............66 Bluetooth™... - Page 89 ......79 playlists ..............65 Smart Dialing ............31 PlayNow™ ...............60 SMS .................45 preset Sony Ericsson Sync ..........39 FM radio channels ...........68 SOS See emergency numbers presets ..............68 Speed Dial ...............31 FM radio channels ...........68 to create a Speed Dial entry ......31 selecting radio ..........68...
- Page 90 Update Service ............21 updating your phone ..........21 Video call calling from Call History ........32 calling from Contacts ........32 control keys .............33 settings ............33 using the keypad ..........32 Video call settings ...........32 video camera ............75 settings ............76 video player controls ..........65 videos deleting ............66 playing .............65...