Nokia Lumia 900 User manual

Nokia Lumia 900 User Guide
Issue 1.0

Contents
Safety 4
Get started 6
Keys and parts 6
Back, start, and search keys 7
Insert the SIM card 8
Charge your phone 9
Antenna locations 12
Switch the phone on or off 12
Create your Windows Live ID 12
Windows Live ID 13
Lock or unlock the keys and screen 14
Headset 14
Change the volume 15
Access codes 15
Set your phone to sync with your
computer 16
Basics 17
About the start screen 17
Touch screen actions 18
Use your phone when it's locked 20
Switch between open apps 21
Personalize your phone 21
Text input 23
Search your phone and the web 25
Control your phone with your voice 25
Indicators on the status bar 26
Use your phone offline 26
Increase battery life 27
Calls 28
Call a contact 28
Call the last dialed number 28
Call your voice mailbox 28
Divert calls to your voice mailbox or
another phone number 28
Make a conference call 29
Silence an incoming call 30
Use your voice to call a contact 30
Contacts & social networking
services 30
Contacts 30
Social networks 33
Internet 35
Internet connections 35
Internet 37
Messaging & mail 39
Messages 39
Mail 41
Camera 43
About the camera 43
Take a picture 43
Take a close-up picture 44
Take a picture in the dark 44
Take a picture of a moving object 45
Camera tips 45
Record a video 45
Send a picture 46
Share your pictures and videos 46
Your pictures 47
About the Pictures hub 47
View pictures 47
Mark a picture as a favorite 48
Upload pictures and videos to the
web 49
Change the background in the
Pictures hub 49
Create an album 49
Copy your pictures between your
phone and PC 50
Entertainment 50
Music and videos 50
Marketplace 52
Games 55
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Maps & navigation 56
Positioning and location services 56
Bing Maps 57
Office 60
Clock 60
Calendar 61
Microsoft Office Mobile 62
Use the calculator 67
Connectivity & phone management 67
Bluetooth 67
Copy a picture or other content
between your phone and PC 68
Keep your phone software and
applications up to date 68
Back up, sync, and restore your
phone 69
Free up phone memory 70
Remove an application from your
phone 70
Security 71
Support 72
Product and safety information 72
Index 82
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Safety
Read these simple guidelines. Not following them may be dangerous or illegal. For
further information, read the complete user guide.
SWITCH OFF IN RESTRICTED AREAS
Switch the device off when cell 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.
GLASS PARTS
The device screen is made of glass. This glass can break if the device is
dropped on a hard surface or receives a substantial impact. If the glass
breaks, do not touch the glass parts of the device or attempt to remove
the broken glass from the device. Stop using the device until the glass is
replaced by qualified service personnel.
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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
1Connector for headphones and loudspeakers (3.5 mm)
2Second microphone
3Micro-USB connector. Also used to charge the battery.
4SIM card holder
5Volume keys
6Power key/Key lock button
7Camera key
8Search key
9Start/Home key
10 Back key
11 Front camera
12 Earpiece
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13 Camera flash
14 Camera lens
15 Microphone
16 Loudspeaker
Back, start, and search keys
The back, start, and search keys help you to navigate your phone.
Back key
Return to the previous screen
Press . Your phone remembers all the apps and websites you have visited since the
last time your screen was locked.
Switch between open apps
Press and hold , swipe left or right, and select the desired app.
Start key
Go to the start screen
Press .
Control your phone with your voice
Press and hold , and say a voice command.
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Search key
Search the web
Press .
Insert the SIM card
Your phone uses a micro-SIM card, also known as a mini-UICC card.
Do not put stickers on your SIM card.
Tip: Use the SIM door key to unlock the SIM tray. If you lose the tool, you can use a
paperclip.
1 Push the SIM door key into the hole in the SIM door until the SIM tray is released,
then pull the tray out.
2 Make sure the contact area is facing up, then put the SIM card in the SIM tray.
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3 Push the SIM tray back into your phone until it locks into place.
Remove the SIM card
1 Switch the phone off.
2 Unlock and pull out the SIM tray.
3 Pull the SIM card out of the tray.
Charge your phone
About the battery
Your phone has an internal, nonremovable, rechargeable battery. Use only Nokia
approved chargers designated for this phone. You can also use a compatible USB
cable to charge your phone (included).
You can set your phone to automatically save power when the battery charge level is
low. Select > and battery saver > Always turn on Battery Saver when battery
is low.
When your phone goes into battery saver mode, you may not be able to change the
settings of all apps.
Do not attempt to remove the battery from the device. To replace the battery, take
the device to your nearest authorized service facility.
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Authorized retail points may also offer a battery replacement service.
Important: Only qualified personnel or an authorized service facility should replace
the battery. Unauthorized battery replacement may invalidate your warranty.
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.
You do not need to charge the battery for a specific length of time, and you can use
the phone while it is charging.
If your phone is off when you start to charge the phone, it automatically switches on.
Make sure you use a compatible USB charger to charge your phone.
If the phone indicates a low charge, do the following:
Charge from a wall outlet
1 First connect the USB cable to the charger, plug the charger into a wall outlet,
then connect the micro-USB end of the USB cable to your phone.
2 When the battery is full, unplug the charger from the phone, then from the wall
outlet.
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To avoid breaking the USB cable connector, be careful when connecting or
disconnecting the charger cable.
Charge from a computer
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.
1 First connect the USB cable to the computer, then to your phone.
2 When the battery is full, first unplug the USB cable from your phone, then from
the computer.
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.
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Antenna locations
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.
The antenna area is highlighted.
Switch the phone on or off
Switch the phone on
Press and hold the power key, until the phone vibrates.
Switch the phone off
Press and hold the power key, and drag the lock screen down.
Create your Windows Live ID
Your phone guides you through the initial setup when you put your SIM card in your
phone and switch your phone on for the first time. To access all Windows Live services,
create your Windows Live ID.
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To create a Windows Live ID, you need an internet connection. For info about possible
data costs, contact your network service provider. If you can't connect to the internet,
you can create the account later.
If you already have a Windows Live ID, sign in with your existing username and
password.
Tip: Forgotten your password? You can request it to be sent to you in a mail or text
message.
To create a Windows Live ID later, connect your phone to your PC, then open the Zune
PC app – you are asked to create an account. To download and install Zune on your
PC, go to www.zune.net.
To make an emergency call during the initial setup, select emergency call.
Windows Live ID
With a Windows Live ID, you can access all Windows Live and Zune services with a
single username and password on your computer or phone. You can also use the same
username and password to access Xbox Live services on your Xbox.
With your Windows Live ID, you can, for example:
•Download content from Marketplace
•Back up your contacts in Windows Live
•Upload, store, and share pictures and documents on SkyDrive
•Keep track of and lock your lost phone with Find My Phone
•Get your gaming achievements on your phone, and add to them when you play
games on your phone
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To learn more about Windows Live ID and Windows Live services, go to
www.live.com.
Lock or unlock 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.
Lock the keys and screen
Press the power key.
Unlock the keys and screen
Press the power key, and drag the lock screen up.
Set the keys and screen to lock automatically
Select > and lock+wallpaper > Screen times out after, and select the length
of time after which the keys and screen are locked automatically.
Headset
You can connect a compatible headset or compatible headphones to your phone.
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Do not connect products that create an output signal, as this may damage the device.
Do not connect any voltage source to the audio connector. If you connect an external
device or headset, other than those approved by Nokia for use with this device, to
the audio connector, pay special attention to volume levels.
Change the volume
Press the volume keys up or down.
The volume keys control all sounds, including the volume of alarms and reminders.
The built-in loudspeaker allows you to speak and listen from a short distance without
having to hold the phone to your ear.
Switch the loudspeaker on or off during a call
Select or .
Access codes
PIN or PIN2 code
(4-8 digits)
These protect your SIM card against unauthorized use or are
required to access some features.
You can set your phone to ask for the PIN code when you switch
it on.
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 These are required to unblock a PIN or PIN2 code.
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(8 digits) 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. The
number can also be used to block, for example, stolen
phones.You may also need to give the number to Nokia Care
services.
To view your IMEI number, dial *#06#.
Lock code (security
code)
(min. 4 digits)
This helps you protect your phone against unauthorized use.
You can set your phone to ask for the lock code that you
define.
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.
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 (8 digits) is required to change a blocked PIN2 code.
These codes are not supplied with the SIM card. Contact your local service provider
for the codes.
Set your phone to sync with your computer
With the Zune PC app, you can sync music, videos, and pictures between your phone
and your compatible computer. You can also back up and update your phone with the
latest software, to improve performance and get new features.
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To download and install the latest version on your PC, or to learn more about Zune,
go to www.zune.net.
Tip: If you're using an Apple Mac, download Windows Phone 7 Connector for Mac from
Mac App Store.
If you have previously used another app, such as Nokia Ovi Suite, to sync your files
between your phone and computer, you can set Zune to sync files to the same folders
you have used earlier, and have your music and other content easily synced to your
new phone.
Basics
About the start screen
Your start screen contains tiles that you can select to open apps or call contacts. Live
tiles show you what's going on and what you've missed.
The animated live tiles show notifications of missed calls and received messages, the
latest news and weather forecasts, feeds from web TV channels, your friends' online
statuses, and more.
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The start screen is yours to personalize. Pin contacts, apps, music, pictures, feeds,
mailboxes, and other favorites, so they're always with you. When you pin contacts,
their updates are displayed on the tile, and you can call them directly from the start
screen.
Tip: To quickly open the apps menu, swipe left on the start screen.
Touch screen actions
To use your phone, tap or tap and hold the touch screen.
Important: Avoid scratching the touch screen. Never use an actual pen, pencil, or
other sharp object on the touch screen.
Open an app or other screen element
Tap the app or element.
Tap and hold to open a menu with further options
Place your finger on an item, until the menu opens.
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Example: To edit or delete a calendar appointment, tap and hold the appointment,
and select the appropriate option.
Tap and hold to drag an item
Place your finger on the item for a second or two, and slide your finger across the
screen.
Swipe
Place a finger on the screen, and steadily slide your finger in the desired direction.
Example: Swipe left or right between the start screen and the apps menu, or between
different views in the hubs. To quickly scroll through a long list or menu, slide your
finger quickly in a flicking motion up or down the screen, then lift your finger. To stop
the scrolling, tap the screen.
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Zoom in or out
Place two fingers on an item, such as a map, picture, or web page, and slide your
fingers apart or together.
Use your phone when it's locked
You can use certain features of your phone when it is locked, without having to enter
the security code.
You can, for example:
•Change how your phone notifies you about incoming calls
•Answer or reject an incoming call
•Pause or resume playing music, or skip to another song
To wake up your phone, press the power key.
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