Nokia 300 User manual

Nokia 300 User Guide
Issue 1.2

Contents
Safety 4
Get started 5
Keys and parts 5
Insert the SIM card and battery 5
Insert a memory card 7
Charge the battery 8
Charge the battery over USB 9
Antenna locations 10
Attach a strap 10
Attach the stylus 11
Switch it on 11
Network services and costs 11
Access codes 11
Switch the phone on or off 12
Lock the keys and screen 13
Touch screen actions 13
Deactivate touch screen vibration
feedback 14
Interactive home screen elements 15
Change the volume of a call, song, or
video 15
Indicators 15
Messaging key 16
Copy contacts or pictures from your old
phone 16
Use your phone without a SIM card 17
Use your phone offline 17
Personalisation 17
About the home screen 17
Add a shortcut to the home screen 17
Add your important contacts to the
home screen 18
Personalise the Go to menu 18
Personalise your home screen 18
Change the look of your phone 19
Create your own profile 19
Personalise your tones 19
Telephone 20
Make a call 20
View your missed calls 20
Call the last dialled number 20
Divert calls to your voice mailbox or
another phone number 20
Save a number from a received call or
message 21
Prevent making or receiving calls 21
Contacts 22
Save a name and phone number 22
Use speed dial 22
Send your contact information 22
Create a contact group 23
Move or copy contacts to your SIM
card 23
Write text 23
Switch between text input modes 23
Write using traditional text input 24
Use predictive text input 24
Messaging 25
Send a message 25
Send a message to a group of people 26
Save an attachment 26
View a conversation 26
Listen to voice messages 27
Send an audio message 27
Mail and chat 27
About Mail 27
Send a mail 27
Read and reply to mail 28
About Chat 28
Chat with your friends 28
Connectivity 28
Connectivity security 28
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Bluetooth 29
USB data cable 31
Web 31
About the web browser 31
Browse the web 32
Clear browsing history 32
Pictures and videos 32
Take a picture 32
Record a video 32
Send a picture or video 33
Photos 33
Print a picture 34
Music and audio 34
Media player 34
FM radio 35
Use voice recorder 37
Time management 38
Change the time and date 38
Set an alarm 38
Add an appointment 38
Lunar calendar 38
Games and applications 39
About games and applications 39
Improve your gaming experience 39
Download a game or application 39
About Communities 40
Use the calculator 40
Convert currency and measurements 40
Phone management 41
Support 41
Update phone software using your
phone 42
Update phone software using your PC 43
Restore original settings 44
Organise files 44
Back up your pictures and other
content to a memory card 44
Protect your phone 44
Lock your phone 44
Password protect your memory card 45
Format a memory card 45
Prepare your phone for recycling 45
Nokia services 46
Availability and costs of Nokia
Services 46
Nokia Services 46
Access Nokia Services 46
About Nokia Store 46
About Nokia Suite 47
Install Nokia Suite on your computer 47
Protect the environment 47
Save energy 47
Recycle 47
Nokia original accessories 48
Practical rules about accessories 48
Battery 48
Product and safety information 49
Index 66
Contents 3

Safety
Read these simple guidelines. Not following them may be dangerous or illegal. Read
the complete user guide for further information.
SWITCH OFF IN RESTRICTED AREAS
Switch the device off when mobile phone use is not allowed or when it may
cause interference or danger, for example, in aircraft, in hospitals or near
medical equipment, fuel, chemicals, or blasting areas. Obey all instructions
in restricted areas.
ROAD SAFETY COMES FIRST
Obey all local laws. Always keep your hands free to operate the vehicle while
driving. Your first consideration while driving should be road safety.
INTERFERENCE
All wireless devices may be susceptible to interference, which could affect
performance.
QUALIFIED SERVICE
Only qualified personnel may install or repair this product.
BATTERIES, CHARGERS, AND OTHER ACCESSORIES
Use only batteries, chargers, and other accessories approved by Nokia for use
with this device. Do not connect incompatible products.
KEEP YOUR DEVICE DRY
Your device is not water-resistant. Keep it dry.
PROTECT YOUR HEARING
Listen to a headset at a moderate level, and do not hold the device near your
ear when the loudspeaker is in use.
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Get started
Keys and parts
1Earpiece
2Touch screen
3Messaging key
4Call key
5Keypad
6Volume up key
7Volume down key
8Key lock button
9End/Power key
10 Charger connector
11 Camera lens
12 Nokia AV connector (3.5 mm)
13 Micro-USB connector
14 Wrist strap hole
15 Back cover release gap
16 Loudspeaker
If there is protective tape on the screen or camera lens, remove the tape.
Insert the SIM card and battery
Important: This device is designed to be used with a standard SIM card (see figure)
only. Use of incompatible SIM cards may damage the card or the device, and may corrupt
data stored on the card. Please consult your mobile operator for the use of a SIM card
that has a mini-UICC cutout.
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This phone is intended for use with a BL-4U battery. Always use original Nokia batteries.
The SIM card and its contacts can be easily damaged by scratches or bending, so be
careful when handling, inserting, or removing the card.
1 Place your finger in the gap on the edge of the phone, and carefully lift and remove
the back cover. If the battery is inserted, lift the battery out.
2 Slide the SIM card holder to unlock it, and use your fingernail to lift it.
3 Make sure the contact area of the SIM card is facing down, and place the card in the
holder. Slide the card holder to lock it
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4 Line up the contacts of the battery and the battery compartment, and insert the
battery. To replace the back cover, direct the bottom locking catches toward their
slots (1), and press the cover, until it locks into place (2).
Insert a memory card
Use only compatible memory cards approved by Nokia for use with this device.
Incompatible cards may damage the card and the device and corrupt data stored on the
card.
Your phone supports memory cards with a capacity of up to 32 GB.
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1 Remove the back cover.
2 Make sure the contact area of the card is facing down. Push the card in, until it locks
into place.
3 Replace the back cover.
Remove the memory card
Important: Do not remove the memory card when an application is using it. Doing
so may damage the memory card and the device and corrupt data stored on the card.
You can remove or replace the memory card without switching the phone off.
1 Remove the back cover.
2 Push the card in, until it is released, and pull the card out.
3 Replace the back cover.
Charge the battery
Your battery has been partially charged at the factory, but you may need to recharge it
before you can switch on your phone for the first time.
If the phone indicates a low charge, do the following:
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1 Connect the charger to a wall outlet.
2 Connect the charger to the phone.
3 When the phone indicates a full charge, disconnect the charger from the phone,
then from the wall outlet.
You do not need to charge the battery for a specific length of time, and you can use the
phone while it is charging. During charging, the phone may feel warm.
If the battery is completely discharged, it may take several minutes before the charging
indicator is displayed or before any calls can be made.
If the battery has not been used for a long time, to begin charging, you may need to
connect the charger, then disconnect and reconnect it.
Charging the phone while listening to the radio may affect the quality of reception.
Charge the battery over USB
Battery low, but you don't have a charger with you? You can use a compatible USB cable
to connect to a compatible device, such as a computer.
To avoid breaking the charger connector, be careful when connecting or disconnecting
the charger cable.
You can use USB charging when a wall outlet is not available. Data can be transferred
while charging the device. The efficiency of USB charging power varies significantly, and
it may take a long time for charging to start and the device to start functioning.
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Antenna locations
The antenna area is highlighted.
Avoid touching the antenna area while the antenna is in use. Contact with antennas
affects the communication quality and may reduce battery life due to higher power level
during operation.
Attach a strap
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Attach the stylus
Attach the stylus to the phone as you would a wrist strap.
Important: Use only a stylus approved by Nokia for use with this device. Using any
other stylus may invalidate any warranty applying to the device and may damage the
touch screen. Avoid scratching the touch screen. Never use an actual pen, pencil, or other
sharp object on the touch screen.
Switch it on
Network services and costs
Your device is approved for use on the GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz networks and
WCDMA 850/900/1900/2100 MHz networks. To use the device, you need a subscription
with a service provider.
Using network services and downloading content to your device requires a network
connection and may result in data traffic costs. Some product features require support
from the network, and you may need to subscribe to them.
Access codes
PIN or PIN2 code
(4-8 digits)
These protect your SIM card against unauthorised use or are
required to access some features.
You can set your phone to ask for the PIN code when you switch
it on.
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If not supplied with your SIM card or you forget the codes,
contact your service provider.
If you type in the code incorrectly three times in a row, you need
to unblock the code with the PUK or PUK2 code.
PUK or PUK2 code
(8 digits)
These are required to unblock a PIN or PIN2 code.
If not supplied with your SIM card, contact your service provider.
IMEI number
(15 digits)
This is used to identify valid phones in the network. You may
also need to give the number to Nokia Care services.
To view your IMEI number, dial *#06#.
Lock code (security
code)
(min. 5 digits)
This helps you protect your phone against unauthorised use.
You can set your phone to ask for the lock code that you define.
The default lock code is 12345.
Keep the code secret and in a safe place, separate from your
phone.
If you forget the code and your phone is locked, your phone will
require service. Additional charges may apply, and all the
personal data in your phone may be deleted.
For more information, contact Nokia Care or your phone dealer.
Switch the phone on or off
Press and hold the power key .
You may be prompted to get the configuration settings from your network service
provider. For more information on this network service, contact your network service
provider.
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Lock the keys and screen
To avoid accidentally making a call when your phone is in your pocket or bag, lock the
keys and screen of your phone.
Press the key lock button.
Unlock the keys and screen
Press the key lock button, and swipe the screen from left to right in the animated arrow
area.
Touch screen actions
To interact with the touch screen user interface, tap or tap and hold the touch screen.
Open an application or other screen element
Tap the application or element.
Access item-specific options
Tap and hold the item. A pop-up menu with available options opens.
Scroll in a list or menu
Place your finger on the screen, slide it quickly up or down the screen, and then lift your
finger. The content of the screen scrolls with the speed and direction it had at the
moment of release. To select an item from a scrolling list and to stop the movement,
tap the item.
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Swipe
Place a finger on the screen, and steadily slide your finger in the desired direction.
For example, when you are viewing a picture, to view the next picture, swipe left. To
quickly browse through your pictures, swipe the screen quickly, and then scroll left or
right through the thumbnails.
Deactivate touch screen vibration feedback
If vibration feedback is activated, when you successfully select an item on the touch
screen, the screen vibrates.
Select Menu > Settings and Phone > Touch settings.
Select Vibration feedback > Off.
If it seems that the touch screen is inaccurate, and you have difficulty selecting items,
you may need to calibrate the touch screen.
Calibrate the touch screen
Select Scr. calibration, and follow the displayed instructions.
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Interactive home screen elements
The home screen elements are interactive. For example, you can set alarms or write
calendar entries directly on the home screen.
Set an alarm
Select the clock (1).
View or edit your schedule
Select the date (2).
Change the volume of a call, song, or video
Use the volume keys.
With the built-in loudspeaker, you can speak and listen from a short distance without
having to hold the phone to your ear.
Switch the loudspeaker on during a call
Select Loudspeaker.
Indicators
You have unread messages.
You have unsent, cancelled, or failed messages.
The phone does not ring for incoming calls or text messages.
All incoming calls are diverted to another number.
An alarm is set.
or The phone is registered to the GPRS or EGPRS network.
or A GPRS or EGPRS connection is open.
or The GPRS or EGPRS connection is suspended (on hold).
The phone is registered to a 3G (UMTS) network.
or The phone is registered to a 3.5G (HSDPA) network.
Bluetooth is activated.
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The currently active profile is timed.
A headset is connected to the phone.
The phone is connected to another device, using a USB data cable.
Messaging key
To write a message or check your message inbox, press the messaging key .
Copy contacts or pictures from your old phone
Want to copy your content from your previous compatible Nokia phone and start using
your new phone quickly? You can copy, for example, contacts, calendar entries, and
pictures to your new phone, free of charge.
1 Activate Bluetooth in both phones.
Select Menu > Settings > Connectivity > Bluetooth and On.
2 Select Menu > Settings > Sync & backup.
3 Select Phone switch > Copy to this.
4 Select the content to copy and Done.
5 Select your previous phone from the list.
6 If the other phone requires a passcode, enter the passcode. The passcode, which
you can define yourself, must be entered in both phones. The passcode in some
phones is fixed. For details, see the user guide of the other phone.
The passcode is valid only for the current connection.
7 If prompted, allow connection and copying requests.
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Use your phone without a SIM card
Do your children want to play with your phone, but you don't want them to accidentally
make a call? Some features of your phone, such as games and the calendar, may be used
without inserting a SIM card. Features that are dimmed in the menus cannot be used.
Use your phone offline
In places where you are not allowed to make or receive calls, you can activate the flight
profile and play games or listen to music.
Switch the device off when mobile phone use is not allowed or when it may cause
interference or danger, for example, in aircraft, near medical equipment, fuel,
chemicals, or blasting areas.
Select Menu > Settings > Profiles.
Select Flight > Activate.
indicates that the flight profile is active.
Tip: You can add a profiles shortcut to the shortcut widget in the home screen.
Warning:
When the flight profile is activated, you cannot make or receive any calls, including
emergency calls, or use other features that require network coverage. To make a call,
activate another profile.
Personalisation
About the home screen
On the home screen, you can:
•See notifications of missed calls and received messages
•Open your favourite applications
•Add shortcuts for different features, such as taking a picture or browsing the web
•View your favourite contacts, and quickly call, text, or send mail to them
Add a shortcut to the home screen
Want to open your favourite applications directly from the home screen? You can add
shortcuts to your most used features.
1 Select and hold the shortcut widget, and from the pop-up menu, select Select
shortcuts.
2 Select the shortcut you want to define, and select the desired item.
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Tip: To remove a shortcut, replace it with another one.
Tip: You can also add shortcuts to the Go to menu. Select Go to > Personalise view.
Add your important contacts to the home screen
Want to quickly call or send messages to your favourite contacts? You can add shortcuts
to selected contacts in the home screen.
1 Select and hold the Favourite contacts bar.
2 Select Edit favourites.
3 Select a contact icon and a contact from the list.
The contact needs to be stored in the phone memory.
Tip: If a picture is added to the contact, it is displayed in the Favourite contacts bar.
Call or send a message to a contact
Select the contact in the Favourite contacts bar, and from the pop-up menu, select the
appropriate option.
Remove a contact from the home screen
1 Select and hold the Favourite contacts bar.
2 Select Edit favourites and the contact you want to remove.
The contact is removed from the Favourite contacts bar, but remains in your contacts
list.
Personalise the Go to menu
You can add shortcuts to your most used features.
1 Select Go to > Personalise view.
2 Select a menu item and the desired feature from the list.
To access a feature, select Go to and the desired feature.
Personalise your home screen
Want to see your favourite landscape or pictures of your family in the background of
your home screen? You can change this wallpaper, and rearrange items on your home
screen, to personalise it to your liking.
Change the wallpaper
1 Select Menu > Settings and Display > Wallpaper.
2 Select a folder and a picture.
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You can also take a picture with your phone camera, and use that picture.
Tip: Download more wallpapers from Nokia Store. For more information, go to
www.nokia.com/support.
To rearrange items on your home screen, replace the shortcuts with new ones.
Change the look of your phone
With themes, you can change the colours and look of your home screen.
Select Menu > Settings and Themes.
Select Select theme > Themes and a theme from the list.
Tip: Download more themes from Nokia Store. For more information, go to
www.nokia.com/support.
Create your own profile
How can you make your phone meet your needs at work or college or home? You can
create new profiles for different situations, and give them appropriate names.
Select Menu > Settings > Profiles.
1 Select My style 1 or My style 2.
2 Select Personalise, and define your profile settings.
3 Enter a name for the profile, and select OK > Save.
Personalise your tones
You can personalise the ringtones, and key and warning tones for each profile.
Select Menu > Settings and Tones.
Change the ringtone
Select Ringing tone: and a ringtone.
Tip: Download more ringing tones from Nokia Store. For more information, go to
www.nokia.com/support.
Change the keypad tone volume
Select Keypad tones:, and drag the volume bar.
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Telephone
Make a call
1 Enter the phone number, including the country and area code if necessary.
2 Press the call key.
Answer an incoming call
Press the call key.
End a call
Press the end key.
Reject a call
Press the end key.
View your missed calls
Want to see who made the call you missed?
On the home screen, select View. The caller's name is displayed, if stored in the contacts
list.
Missed and received calls are logged only if supported by the network, and the phone
is switched on and within the network service area.
Call back the contact or number
Go to the contact or number, and press the call key.
View the missed calls later
Select Menu > Contacts > Log and Missed calls.
Call the last dialled number
Trying to call someone, but they are not answering? It is easy to call them again.
In the home screen, press the call key, select the number from the list, and press the call
key again.
Divert calls to your voice mailbox or another phone number
When you cannot answer, you can divert your calls.
Call divert is a network service.
1 Select Menu > Settings > Call > Call divert.
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