Nokia 3250 - XpressMusic Cell Phone 10 MB User manual

Nokia 3250
User’s Guide

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Contents
Contents
For your safety ........................ 7
General information.............. 10
Overview of functions ........................ 10
Access codes ......................................... 10
Lock code............................................ 10
PIN codes............................................ 10
PUK codes........................................... 11
Barring password ............................. 11
Configuration settings service......... 11
Download content and
applications........................................... 12
Nokia support and
contact information .......................... 12
1.Get started.......................... 13
Insert a SIM card and battery.......... 13
Insert a microSD card......................... 14
Remove the microSD card................. 15
Charge the battery .............................. 15
Switch the phone on and off ........... 16
Set time and date................................ 16
Normal operating position................ 16
Attach a wrist strap............................ 17
2.Your phone ......................... 18
Keys and parts ...................................... 18
Mechanical modes .............................. 19
Communication mode .................... 19
Camera mode .................................... 19
Music mode ....................................... 19
Standby mode....................................... 20
Active standby mode....................... 20
Standby mode joystick
shortcuts............................................. 20
Indicators............................................... 20
Scroll and select with the
joystick.................................................... 21
Mark and unmark items in
applications ....................................... 22
Menu....................................................... 22
Help ......................................................... 22
Tutorial ................................................... 23
Volume control..................................... 23
Keypad lock (keyguard)...................... 23
3.Call functions..................... 24
Make a call............................................ 24
Speed dialing..................................... 24
Enhanced voice dialing .................. 24
Make a conference call
(network service).............................. 25
Answer or reject a call ....................... 26
Call waiting (network service)...... 26
Options during a call....................... 26
Log ........................................................... 27
Recent calls ....................................... 27
Call duration...................................... 28
General log......................................... 28
Packet data counter ........................ 29
4.Write text .......................... 30
Traditional text input ......................... 30
Predictive text input........................... 30
Write compound words.................. 31
Copy and delete text .......................... 31
5.Messaging .......................... 33
Write and send messages.................. 34
Receive multimedia messaging
settings ............................................... 35
E-mail settings.................................. 35
Inbox—receive messages ................... 36
View multimedia objects ............... 36
Special message types.................... 36
Service messages ............................. 37

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My folders ............................................. 37
Mailbox.................................................. 37
Retrieve e-mail messages from the
mailbox............................................... 38
Delete e-mail messages................. 38
Outbox.................................................... 39
View messages on the SIM card..... 40
Cell broadcast ...................................... 40
Service command editor ................... 40
Messaging settings............................. 40
Text message settings .................... 40
Multimedia messaging settings .. 41
E-mail settings ................................. 42
Service message settings............... 44
Cell broadcast settings .................. 44
Other settings................................... 45
6.Contacts.............................. 46
Manage contacts ................................ 46
Manage contact groups .................... 46
Add a ringing tone.............................. 47
Assign speed dialing keys ................. 47
7.Gallery................................. 48
Gallery functions................................. 48
Download files ..................................... 49
8.Music .................................. 50
Music player ......................................... 50
Music library ..................................... 50
Listen to music................................. 51
Visual Radio.......................................... 52
Turn the radio on............................. 53
Tune and save a radio station...... 53
Use the radio..................................... 53
Station list......................................... 54
View visual content ........................ 55
Visual Radio settings ...................... 55
Station directory.............................. 55
9.Media.................................. 58
Camera................................................... 58
Camera settings............................... 58
RealPlayer ............................................. 59
Play media files................................ 59
Settings .............................................. 60
Recorder ................................................ 60
Flash Player........................................... 60
Organize flash files ......................... 60
Play flash files .................................. 61
Video editor .......................................... 61
Edit video, sound, and
transitions.......................................... 62
10.Services............................. 64
Basic steps for access ........................ 64
Set up the phone for the browser
service .................................................... 64
Receive settings in a configuration
message.............................................. 64
Enter the settings manually ......... 64
Make a connection............................. 65
View bookmarks .................................. 65
Add bookmarks manually.............. 65
Send bookmarks in a
text message..................................... 66
Connection security ........................... 66
Browse Web pages ............................. 66
Keys and commands
for browsing...................................... 66
Save bookmarks ............................... 67
View saved pages ............................ 67
Download .............................................. 67
End a connection ................................ 68
Empty the cache.................................. 68
Browser settings.................................. 68
11.My own............................. 70
Themes ................................................... 70
Sound meter......................................... 70
12.Organizer .......................... 72
Clock....................................................... 72

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Contents
Clock settings.................................... 72
Set an alarm ...................................... 72
Turn off the alarm............................ 72
Personalize the alarm tone ........... 72
Calendar................................................. 72
Create calendar entries .................. 72
Calendar views.................................. 73
To-do ................................................... 73
Converter ............................................... 74
Convert units..................................... 74
Set a base currency and exchange
rates..................................................... 75
Notes....................................................... 75
Calculator .............................................. 75
File manager ......................................... 76
View memory consumption .......... 76
Memory card......................................... 76
Format the memory card ............... 77
Back up and restore information. 78
Lock the memory card .................... 78
Check memory consumption ........ 78
Dictionary .............................................. 78
13.Tools.................................. 80
Voice commands.................................. 80
Voice mailbox ....................................... 80
Speed dial .............................................. 80
Profiles.................................................... 81
Settings .................................................. 82
Phone................................................... 82
Call ....................................................... 84
Connection......................................... 85
Date and time ................................... 89
Security............................................... 89
Call divert........................................... 92
Call barring ........................................ 92
Network .............................................. 93
Enhancement .................................... 93
Application manager .......................... 93
Install an application ...................... 94
Remove an application................... 95
Application settings ........................ 95
Activation keys..................................... 95
Device manager ................................... 96
Transfer................................................... 97
14.Connectivity..................... 98
PC Suite.................................................. 98
Bluetooth connection......................... 98
Bluetooth connection settings..... 99
Send data using Bluetooth
technology ......................................... 99
Paired devices view ...................... 100
Receive data using Bluetooth
technology ...................................... 101
Disconnect Bluetooth
connection ...................................... 101
Instant messaging............................ 101
Connect to an instant messaging
server ................................................ 102
Instant messaging settings ........ 102
Join and leave an IM group ....... 103
Search for IM groups and users 104
Chat in an IM group..................... 104
Start and view individual
conversations ................................. 105
IM contacts..................................... 105
Create a new IM group ............... 106
Connection manager ....................... 107
View connection details.............. 107
End connections............................ 108
Push to talk ........................................ 108
Define a push to talk
access point.................................... 109
Settings for push to talk............. 109
Log in to push to talk .................. 110
Exit push to talk ............................ 110
Make a one-to-one call .............. 110
Answer a push to talk call.......... 111
Make a push to talk

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group call......................................... 111
Subscribe to the login status
of others........................................... 111
Callback requests........................... 111
Channels........................................... 112
PTT sessions..................................... 113
Remote synchronization ................. 114
Create a new synchronization
profile................................................ 114
Synchronize data........................... 115
USB data cable .................................. 115
15.Battery information ...... 117
Charging and discharging............... 117
Nokia battery authentication
guidelines ............................................ 118
16.Genuine Enhancements 120
Battery ................................................. 120
Care and maintenance........ 121
Additional safety
information.......................... 122
Index .................................... 126

For your safety
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For your 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 phone
on when wireless phone
use is prohibited or when it
may cause interference or
danger.
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 phones may be
susceptible to
interference, which could
affect performance.
SWITCH OFF IN HOSPITALS
Follow any restrictions.
Switch the phone off near
medical equipment.
SWITCH OFF IN AIRCRAFT
Follow any restrictions.
Wireless devices can cause
interference in aircraft.
SWITCH OFF WHEN
REFUELING
Do not use the phone at a
refueling point. Do not use
near fuel or chemicals.
SWITCH OFF NEAR
BLASTING
Follow any restrictions. Do
not use the phone where
blasting is in progress.
USE SENSIBLY
Use only in the normal
position as explained in the
product documentation. Do
not touch the antenna
unnecessarily.
QUALIFIED SERVICE
Only qualified personnel
may install or repair this
product.
ENHANCEMENTS AND
BATTERIES
Use only approved
enhancements and
batteries. Do not connect
incompatible products.
WATER-RESISTANCE
Your phone is not
water-resistant. Keep it dry.
BACK-UP COPIES
Remember to make back-up
copies or keep a written
record of all important
information stored in your
phone.

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CONNECTING TO OTHER
DEVICES
When connecting to any
other device, read its user
guide for detailed safety
instructions. Do not
connect incompatible
products.
EMERGENCY CALLS
Ensure the phone is
switched on and in service.
Press the end key as many
times as needed to clear the
display and return to the
start screen. Enter the
emergency number, then
press the call key. Give your
location. Do not end the call
until given permission to do
so.
■About your device
The wireless device described in this
guide is approved for use on the GSM
900/1800/1900 network. Contact your
service provider for more information
about networks.
When using the features in this device,
obey all laws and respect privacy and
legitimate rights of others, including
copyright.
When taking and using images or video
clips, obey all laws and respect local
customs as well as privacy and
legitimate rights of others.
Warning: To use any features
in this device, other than the
alarm clock, the device must
be switched on. Do not
switch the device on when
wireless device use may
cause interference or danger.
Warning: This sales package
may contain small items such
as pop-port connect cover,
SIM card, MicroSD, etc,
please keep away from kids.
■Network services
To use the phone you must have
service from a wireless service provider.
Many of the features in this device
depend on features in the wireless
network to function. These network
services may not be available on all
networks or you may have to make
specific arrangements with your
service provider before you can utilize
network services. Your service provider
may need to give you additional
instructions for their use and explain
what charges will apply. Some
networks may have limitations that
affect how you can use network
services. For instance, some networks
may not support all
language-dependent characters and
services.
Your service provider may have
requested that certain features be
disabled or not activated in your
device. If so, they will not appear on
your device menu. Your device may
also have been specially configured.

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This configuration may include
changes in menu names, menu order,
and icons. Contact your service
provider for more information.
This device supports WAP 2.0 protocols
(HTTP and SSL) that run on TCP/IP
protocols. Some features of this device,
such as Web browsing, e-mail,
push to talk, instant messaging, and
multimedia messaging, require
network support for these
technologies.
■Enhancements,
batteries, and
chargers
Check the model number of any
charger before use with this device.
This device is intended for use when
supplied with power from the AC-3 or
AC-4 charger. This device uses BP-6M
batteries.
Warning: Use only batteries,
chargers, and enhancements
approved by Nokia for use
with this particular model1.
The use of any other types
may invalidate any approval
or warranty and may be
dangerous.
For availability of approved
enhancements, please check with your
dealer. When you disconnect the
power cord of any enhancement, grasp
and pull the plug, not the cord.
A few practical rules about accessories
and enhancements:
• Keep all accessories and
enhancements out of the reach of
small children.
• When you disconnect the power
cord of any accessory or
enhancement, grasp and pull the
plug, not the cord.
• Check regularly that enhancements
installed in a vehicle are mounted
and are operating properly.
• Installation of any complex car
enhancements must be made by
qualified personnel only.
1. The exact model number of charger may vary depending on the type of plug. For
example, the model numbers for AC-3 charger can be AC-3C, AC-3U, AC-3X, etc.

General information
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General information
■Overview of functions
Your phone provides many
functions that are practical for
daily use, such as a calendar,
e-mail application, clock, alarm
clock, XHTML Web browser, and
radio. Your phone also supports
the following functions:
• 2-megapixel1camera with
video recording capability
• Music player with playback
control keys and support for
MP3, WMA, AAC, and eAAC+
files
• Enhanced voice dialing and
voice commands
• Bluetooth wireless technology
• microSD memory card to
extend the memory capacity of
the phone
■Access codes
Lock code
The lock code (5 to 10 digits) helps
to protect your phone against
unauthorized use. The preset code
is 12345. Change the code, and
keep the new code secret and in a
safe place separate from your
phone. To change the code, and to
set the phone to request the code,
see "Security", p 89.
If you enter an incorrect lock code
five times in succession, the phone
ignores further entries of the code.
Wait for 5 minutes, and enter the
code again.
When the device is locked, calls
may be possible to the official
emergency number programmed
into your device.
PIN codes
• The personal identification
number (PIN) code and the
universal personal
identification number (UPIN)
code (4 to 8 digits) help to
protect your SIM card against
unauthorized use. See
"Security", p 89. The PIN code is
usually supplied with the SIM
card.
• The PIN2 code (4 to 8 digits)
may be supplied with the SIM
card and is required for some
functions.
• The module PIN is required to
access the information in the
1. Active area is 1600x1200 pixels

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security module. The module
PIN is supplied with the SIM
card if the SIM card has a
security module in it.
• The signing PIN is required for
the digital signature. The
signing PIN is supplied with the
SIM card if the SIM card has a
security module in it.
PUK codes
The personal unblocking key (PUK)
code and the universal personal
unblocking key (UPUK) code (8
digits) are required to change a
blocked PIN code and UPIN code,
respectively. The PUK2 code is
required to change a blocked PIN2
code.
If the codes are not supplied with
the SIM card, contact your local
service provider for the codes.
Barring password
The barring password (4 digits) is
required when using Call barring.
See "Call barring", p 92. You can
obtain the password from your
service provider.
If you enter an incorrect barring
password three times in
succession, the password is
blocked. Contact your service
provider or network operator.
■Configuration
settings service
Before you can use multimedia
messaging, instant messaging,
push to talk, e-mail application,
synchronization, streaming, and
the browser, you must have the
proper configuration settings on
your phone. Your phone may
automatically configure browser,
multimedia messaging, access
point, and streaming settings
based on the SIM card used. You
may receive the settings directly
as a configuration message, which
you save to your phone.
For more information on
availability, contact your network
operator, service provider, or
nearest authorized Nokia dealer.
When you receive a configuration
message, and the settings are not
automatically saved and activated,
1 new message is displayed. Select
Show to open the message. To
save the settings, select Options >
Save. If the phone requests
Configuration settings’ PIN code:,
enter the PIN code for the settings,
and select OK. To receive the PIN
code, contact the service provider.
If no settings are saved yet, these
settings are saved and set as
default configuration settings.

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Otherwise, the phone asks Set as
default settings?.
To discard the received settings,
select Options > Delete.
■Download content
and applications
You may be able to download
content and applications, such as
themes, tones, video clips, and
games, to the phone (network
service). Select the download
function (for example, in the
Gallery menu). To access the
download function, see the
respective menu descriptions. For
availability of different services,
pricing, and tariffs, contact your
service provider.
Important: Only install
and use applications and
other software from
sources that offer
adequate security and
protection against
harmful software.
■Nokia support and
contact information
For the latest version of this guide,
downloads, services and additional
information related to your Nokia
product, please visit
www.nokia.com.hk/support or
your local Nokia web site. You may
also download free configuration
settings such as MMS, GPRS,
e-mail, and other services for your
phone model at
www.nokia.com.hk/settings.
Should you still require assistance,
please refer to
www.nokia.com.hk/contactus.
To check for the nearest Nokia care
center location for maintenance
services, you may like to visit
www.nokia.com.hk/carecenter.

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1. Get started
■Insert a SIM card and
battery
Always switch the device off, and
disconnect the charger before
removing the battery.
Warning: Keep all SIM
cards out of the reach of
small children.
For availability and information on
using SIM card services, contact
your SIM card vendor. This may be
the service provider, network
operator, or other vendor.
1. With the back of the phone
facing you, press the release
buttons on both sides of the
phone (1), and lift the back
cover (2) to remove it.
2. To remove the battery, lift it as
shown (3).
3. To release the SIM card holder,
slide it backwards (4), and lift it
(5).
4. Insert the SIM card into the
SIM card holder (6). Ensure that

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the beveled corner faces
upwards.
5. Close the SIM card holder (7),
and slide it forward to lock it
(8).
6. Replace the battery (9).
7. To replace the back cover, align
it with the locking catches on
the phone (10), and press the
cover into place (11).
■Insert a microSD card
1. Turn the
lower part
of the phone
to access the microSD card slot
cover.
2. To open the card slot cover, pull
the corner of the cover.
3. Insert the card with the golden
contact surface facing the back
of the slot cover, and press it
down until it locks into place.
4. Close the card slot cover.
Warning: Keep microSD
cards out of the reach of
small children.
Use only compatible microSD
cards with this device. Other
memory cards, such as Reduced
Size MultiMediaCards, do not fit in
the microSD card slot and are not
compatible with this device. Using
an incompatible memory card may
damage the memory card as well
as the device, and data stored on
the incompatible card may be
corrupted.
The applications and contents that
may be supplied in the memory
card are provided by 3rd party
suppliers.

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Applications may be network
dependent. Please kindly check
with the appropriate service
providers.
■Remove the microSD
card
Important: Do not remove
the microSD card in the
middle of an operation
when the card is being
accessed. Removing the
card in the middle of an
operation may damage
the memory card as well
as the device, and data
stored on the card may be
corrupted.
You can remove or replace the
microSD card during phone
operation without switching the
phone off.
1. Turn the key part of the phone
to reveal the microSD card slot.
2. Open the microSD card slot
cover, and follow the
instructions on the display.
3. Remove (or replace) the
microSD card, and close the
card slot cover.
Warning: Keep all
microSD cards out of the
reach of small children.
■Charge the battery
1. Connect the charger to the wall
socket.
2. Connect the lead from the
charger to the charger
connector in the phone.
If the battery is completely
discharged, it may take a few
minutes before the charging
indicator appears on the
display or before any calls can
be made.
The charging time depends on the
charger and the battery used.
Charging a BP-6M battery with
the AC-3 charger takes
approximately 3 hours and with
the AC-4 charger approximately
2hours.

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■Switch the phone on
and off
Press and hold the power key as
shown.
If the phone asks for a PIN code,
enter the PIN code, and select OK.
If the phone asks for the lock code,
enter the lock code, and select OK.
The factory setting for the lock
code is 12345.
■Set time and date
To set the correct time zone, time,
and date, select your current city
or the nearest city in the list that is
in the same time zone, and then
enter the local time and date.
■Normal operating
position
Use the phone only in its normal
operating position.
Your device has an internal
antenna.
Note: As with any other
radio transmitting device,
do not touch the antenna
unnecessarily when the
device is switched on.
Contact with the antenna
affects call quality and
may cause the device to
operate at a higher power
level than otherwise
needed. Avoiding contact
with the antenna area
when operating the device
optimizes the antenna
performance and the
battery life.

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■Attach a wrist strap
1. Remove the back cover of the
phone.
2. Insert the wrist strap loop
through the opening (1).
3. Set the loop around the peg,
and pull the loop tight (2).
4. Replace the back cover.

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2. Your phone
■Keys and parts
•Powerkey(1)
• Earpiece (2)
• Joystick (3)
• Selection keys (4)
• Menu key (5)
• Clear key (6)
• Edit key (7)
• End key (8)
• Call key (9)
• Number keys (10)
• Fast forward , zoom in (11)
• Stop (12)
• Play/pause , capture key
(13)
• Rewind , zoom out (14)
• Camera lens (15)
• Loudspeaker (16)
• Pop-PortTM connector (17)
• Charger connector (18)
• Pop-Port connector cover (19)
Warning: Keep the
Pop-Port connector cover
out of the reach of small
children.
Keep your device away from
magnets or magnetic fields as they
may cause some applications, like

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the camera, to activate
unexpectedly.
■Mechanical modes
Your phone has three mechanical
modes: communication, camera,
and music mode. To switch
between the modes, turn the lower
part of the phone. There is a short
pause before a mode is activated.
In the communication mode, do
not try to rotate the lower part of
the phone more than 90 degrees
to the right or 180 degrees to the
left. If you force the lower part of
the phone to rotate more, the
phone will be damaged.
Communication mode
The communication mode is
activated when the number keys
of the lower part are on the same
side as the display.
Camera mode
To activate the camera mode while
in the communication mode, turn
the lower part of the phone 90
degrees to the left so that the
camera lens is pointing away from
you when you look at the display.
To take a self portrait, turn the
lower part of the phone 90 degrees
to the right so that the camera
lens is pointing towards you when
you look at the display.
Music mode
To activate the music mode while
in the communication mode, turn
the lower part of the phone 180