Nokia 5233 User manual

Nokia 5233 User Guide
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Hereby, NOKIA CORPORATION declares that this RM-625 product is in compliance with
the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. A
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Diversion contrary to law is prohibited.
FCC/INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE
Your device may cause TV or radio interference (for example, when using a telephone in close proximity to
receiving equipment). The FCC or Industry Canada can require you to stop using your telephone if such
interference cannot be eliminated. If you require assistance, contact your local service facility. This device
complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (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.
Some operations and features are SIM card and/or network dependent, MMS dependent, or dependent on the
compatibility of devices and the content formats supported. Some services are subject to a separate charge.
Your device may have preinstalled bookmarks and links for third-party internet sites. You may also access other
third-party sites through your device. Third-party sites are not affiliated with Nokia, and Nokia does not endorse
or assume liability for them. If you choose to access such sites, you should take precautions for security or
content.
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Contents
Safety........................................7
About your device..................................8
Network services....................................9
1. Find help.............................10
In-device help.......................................10
Extended user guide............................10
Support.................................................10
Software updates using your PC........11
Access codes.........................................11
2. Get started..........................12
Insert the SIM card...............................12
Insert the battery.................................13
Insert the memory card......................14
Charge the battery...............................15
Keys and parts......................................16
Stylus.....................................................19
Switch the device on...........................19
Lock the keys and touch screen..........19
Home screen.........................................20
Access the menu..................................21
Touch screen actions...........................21
Media key..............................................23
Change the ringing tone.....................23
Nokia support.......................................23
3. Your device.........................24
Contacts bar..........................................24
Find an item with adaptive search....24
Antenna locations................................25
Offline profile.......................................25
Shortcuts...............................................26
Sensor settings and display
rotation.................................................26
Headset.................................................27
Attach a wrist strap.............................28
Remove the SIM card...........................28
Remove the memory card...................29
4. Make calls...........................29
Proximity sensor..................................29
Calls ......................................................29
5. Write text............................30
Keys and functions...............................30
Chinese handwriting recognition......31
Enter text with alphanumeric
keypad...................................................32
Chinese input with virtual
keyboard...............................................36
Touch input settings............................36
6. Messaging...........................37
Messaging main view..........................37
Write and send messages...................38
Set up e-mail........................................39
Mail for Exchange.................................39
7. Music player........................40
Play a song or a podcast.....................40
Playlists.................................................42
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Transfer music from a computer........42
Nokia Music...........................................43
8. Camera................................43
Activate the camera.............................43
Image capture......................................44
Video recording....................................47
9. Gallery.................................48
View and organise files.......................49
View images and videos.....................49
10. Nokia Video Centre...........50
View and download video clips..........50
Video feeds...........................................52
My videos..............................................52
Transfer videos from your PC..............53
Video centre settings...........................53
11. Web browser....................54
Browse the web...................................54
Browser toolbar...................................55
Bookmarks............................................56
Empty the cache...................................57
Connection security.............................57
12. Connectivity......................58
13. Green tips..........................59
Save energy..........................................59
Recycle..................................................59
Save paper............................................59
Learn more...........................................60
Accessories.............................61
Battery....................................64
Battery and charger information.......64
Nokia battery authentication
guidelines.............................................65
Taking care of your device.....66
Recycle..................................................67
China ROHS Table.................................67
Additional safety
information............................68
Small children.......................................68
Operating environment.......................69
Medical devices....................................69
Vehicles.................................................70
Potentially explosive
environments.......................................70
Emergency calls....................................71
Certification information (SAR)..........72
How to obtain an English User
Guide.....................................................73
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED
WARRANTY..............................73
Warranty period...................................74
How to get warranty service..............74
What is not covered?...........................75
Other important notices......................76
Limitation of Nokia's liability.............77
Statutory obligations...........................77
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Index.......................................79
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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.
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.
SWITCH OFF IN RESTRICTED AREAS
Follow any restrictions. Switch the device off in aircraft, near medical
equipment, fuel, chemicals, or blasting areas.
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.
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About your device
The wireless device described in this guide is approved for use on the GSM 900, and
2100 MHz networks. Contact your service provider for more information about
networks.
Your device supports several connectivity methods and like computers may be
exposed to viruses and other harmful content. Exercise caution with messages,
connectivity requests, browsing, and downloads. Only install and use services and
software from trustworthy sources that offer adequate security and protection,
such as applications that are Symbian Signed or have passed the Java Verified™
testing. Consider installing antivirus and other security software on your device and
any connected computer.
Your device may have preinstalled bookmarks and links for third-party internet sites
and may allow you to access third-party sites. These are not affiliated with Nokia,
and Nokia does not endorse or assume liability for them. If you access such sites,
take precautions for security or content.
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.
When using this device, obey all laws and respect local customs, privacy and
legitimate rights of others, including copyrights. Copyright protection may prevent
some images, music, and other content from being copied, modified, or transferred.
Make back-up copies or keep a written record of all important information stored
in your device.
When connecting to any other device, read its user guide for detailed safety
instructions. Do not connect incompatible products.
The images in this guide may differ from your device display.
Refer to the user guide for other important information about your device.
Safety
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Network services
To use the device you must have service from a wireless service provider. Some
features are not available on all networks; other features may require that you make
specific arrangements with your service provider to use them. Network services
involve transmission of data. Check with your service provider for details about fees
in your home network and when roaming on other networks. Your service provider
can explain what charges will apply. Some networks may have limitations that affect
how you can use some features of this device requiring network support such as
support for specific technologies like WAP 2.0 protocols (HTTP and SSL) that run on
TCP/IP protocols and language-dependent characters.
Your service provider may have requested that certain features be disabled or not
activated in your device. If so, these features will not appear on your device menu.
Your device may also have customized items such as menu names, menu order, and
icons.
Safety
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1. Find help
In-device help
Your device contains instructions to help to use the applications in your device.
To open help texts from the main menu, select Menu > Help and the application
for which you want to read instructions.
When an application is open, to access the help text for the current view, select
Options > Help.
When you are reading the instructions, to change the size of the help text, select
Options > Decrease font size or Increase font size.
You may find links to related topics at the end of the help text. If you select an
underlined word, a short explanation is displayed. Help texts use the following
indicators: Link to a related help topic. Link to the application being
discussed.
When you are reading the instructions, to switch between help texts and the
application that is open in the background, select Options > Show open apps.
and the desired application.
Extended user guide
An extended version of this user guide is available on the product support pages of
the Nokia website. Some applications or functions are explained only in the
extended user guide.
Support
When you want to learn more about how to use your product or you are unsure
how your device should function, see the support pages at www.nokia.com/
support or your local Nokia website, www.nokia.mobi/support (with a mobile
device), the Help application in the device, or the user guide.
If this does not resolve your issue, do one of the following:
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●Restart the device: switch off the device, and remove the battery. After about a
minute, replace the battery, and switch on the device.
●Restore the original factory settings as explained in the user guide. Your
documents and files will be deleted in the reset, so back up your data first.
●Update your device software regularly for optimum performance and possible
new features, as explained in the user guide.
If your issue remains unsolved, contact Nokia for repair options. See
www.nokia.com.cn/repair. Before sending your device for repair, always back up
the data in your device.
Software updates using your PC
Software updates may include new features and enhanced functions that were not
available at the time of purchase of your device. Updating the software may also
improve the device performance.
Nokia Software Updater is a PC application that enables you to update your device
software. To update your device software, you need a compatible PC, broadband
internet access, and a compatible USB data cable to connect your device to the PC.
To get more information, to check the release notes for the latest software versions,
and to download the Nokia Software Updater application, see www.nokia.com.cn/
softwareupdate or your local Nokia website.
To update the device software, do the following:
1. Download and install the Nokia Software Updater application to your PC.
2. Connect your device to the PC using a USB data cable, and open the Nokia
Software Updater application. The Nokia Software Updater application guides
you to back up your files, update the software, and restore your files.
Access codes
If you forget any of the access codes, contact your service provider.
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●Personal identification number (PIN) code — This code protects your SIM card
against unauthorised use. The PIN code (4 to 8 digits) is usually supplied with
the SIM card. After three consecutive incorrect PIN code entries, the code is
blocked, and you need the PUK code to unblock it.
●PIN2 code — This code (4 to 8 digits) is supplied with some SIM cards, and is
required to access some functions in your device.
●Lock code (also known as security code) — The lock code helps you to protect
your device against unauthorised use. The preset code is 12345. You can create
and change the code, and set the device to request the code. Keep the new code
secret and in a safe place separate from your device. If you forget the code and
your device is locked, your device will require service and additional charges may
apply. For more information, contact a Nokia Care point or your device dealer.
●Personal Unblocking Key (PUK) code and PUK2 code — These codes (8 digits) are
required to change a blocked PIN code or PIN2 code, respectively. If the codes
are not supplied with the SIM card, contact the operator whose SIM card is in
your device.
2. Get started
Insert the SIM card
Important: To prevent damage to the SIM card, always remove the battery
before you insert or remove the card.
A SIM card may be already inserted in the device. If not, do the following:
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1. Open the cover of the SIM card slot.
2. Insert a SIM card in the SIM card slot. Ensure
that the contact area on the card is facing
down and the bevelled corner is facing
toward the device. Push the card in.
3. Close the cover of the SIM card slot. Ensure
that the cover is properly closed.
If the SIM card is not properlyin place, the device
can only be used in the offline profile.
Insert the battery
Always switch the device off and disconnect the charger before removing the
battery.
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1. Remove the back cover.
2. Insert the battery.
3. To replace the cover, direct the top locking catches
toward their slots, and press down until the cover
locks into place.
Insert the memory card
Use only compatible microSD and microSDHC cards approved by Nokia for use with
this device. Nokia uses approved industry standards for memory cards, but some
brands may not be fully compatible with this device. Incompatible cards may
damage the card and the device and corrupt data stored on the card.
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1. Open the cover of the memory card slot.
2. Insert a compatible memory card in the memory card slot. Ensure that
the contact area on the card is facing down.
Push the card in. You can hear a click when
the card locks into place.
3. Close the cover of the memory card slot.
Ensure that the cover is properly closed.
Charge the battery
Your battery has been partially charged at the factory. If the device indicates a low
charge, do the following:
1. Connect the charger to a wall outlet.
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2. Connect the charger to the device.
3. When the device indicates a full charge, disconnect the charger from the device,
then from the wall outlet.
You do not need to charge the battery for a specific length of time, and you can use
the device while it is charging. If the battery is completely discharged, it may take
several minutes before the charging indicator appears on the display or before any
calls can be made.
Tip: Disconnect the charger from the wall outlet when the charger is not in
use. A charger that is connected to the outlet consumes power even when it
is not connected to the device.
Keys and parts
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1 — Micro USB connector
2 — Nokia AV connector (3.5mm)
3 — Charger connector
4 — Power key
5 — Earpiece
6 — Touch screen
7 — Proximity detector
8 — Volume/Zoom key
9 — Media key
10 — Lock switch
11 — Capture key
12 — End key
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13 — Menu key
14 — Call key
15 — Camera lens
16 — Loudspeaker
17 — SIM card slot
18 — Memory card slot
19 — Wrist strap hole
20 — Microphone
21 — Stylus
Your device also comes with a plectrum stylus that can be attached to the device
with the wrist strap.
Do not cover the area above the touch screen, for example,
with protective film or tape.
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Stylus
Some functions, such as handwriting
recognition, are designed to be used with a
stylus. The pen stylus is located in the back cover
of the device.
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 or pencil or other sharp objects to write on the touch screen.
Switch the device on
1. Press and hold the power key.
2. If the device asks for a PIN code or lock code, enter it,
and select OK. To delete a number, select . The
factory setting for the lock code is 12345.
3. Select your location. If you accidentally select the wrong
location, select Back.
4. Enter the date and time. When using the 12-hour time
format, to switch between a.m. and p.m., select any
number.
Lock the keys and touch screen
To lock or unlock the touch screen and the keys, slide the lock switch on the side of
the device.
When the touch screen and keys are locked, the touch screen is switched off and
the keys are inactive.
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The screen and keys may be locked automatically after a period of inactivity. To
change settings for automatic screen and key locking, select Menu > Settings and
Phone > Phone mgmt. > Auto. keyguard > Keypad autolock period.
Home screen
The home screen is your starting point where you can collect all your important
contacts or application shortcuts.
Interactive display elements
To open the clock application, select the clock (1).
To open the calendar, or to change the profile, select the
date or the profile name (2).
To view or modify connectivity settings ( ), or to view
missed events, select the top right corner (3).
To make a phone call, select Telephoneor (4).
To open the contacts list, select Contacts or (5).
To open the main menu, press the menu key (6).
Start using the contacts bar
To start using the contacts bar, and to add your contacts to
the home screen, select > Options > New contact,
and follow the instructions.
Change the home screen theme
To change the home screen theme or the shortcuts, select
Menu > Settings and Personal > Home screen.
Music keys
When music or the radio is playing in the background, music keys (play/pause, skip
backward, and skip forward) are displayed in the home screen.
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