Nokia NOKIA N97 mini User manual

Nokia N97 mini User Guide
Issue 3.0

Contents
Safety 6
About your device 6
Office applications 7
Network services 7
Shared memory 7
Mail for Exchange 7
Magnets and magnetic fields 8
Get started 9
Keys and parts (front) 9
Keys and parts (back) 9
Keys and parts (sides) 10
Keys and parts (top) 10
Insert the SIM card and battery 10
Memory card 11
Antenna locations 12
Switch the device on or off 13
Charge the battery 13
Headset 14
Attach a wrist strap 15
Touch screen actions 15
Write text 17
Lock the keys and touch screen 22
Nokia Switch 22
Profiles 23
Your device 24
Home screen 24
Display indicators 25
Shortcuts 27
Search 27
Volume and loudspeaker control 28
Offline profile 28
Fast downloading 29
Ovi by Nokia (network service) 29
Make calls 29
Touch screen during calls 29
Make a voice call 30
During a call 30
Answer or reject a call 31
Voice dialling 31
Call waiting 32
Make a conference call 32
Voice and video mailboxes 33
Make a video call 33
During a video call 34
Answer or reject a video call 34
Internet calls 35
Log 36
Contacts (phonebook) 37
Save and edit names and numbers 37
Contacts toolbar 37
Manage names and numbers 37
Assign default numbers and addresses 38
Contact cards 38
Set contacts as favourites 39
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Ringing tones, images, and call text for contacts 39
Copy contacts 39
SIM services 40
Contact groups 41
Messaging 41
Messaging main view 41
Write and send messages 42
Messaging inbox 43
View messages on a SIM card 44
Cell broadcast messages 44
Service commands 44
Messaging settings 44
E-mail 46
About e-mail 46
Add a mailbox 47
Read e-mail 47
Send an e-mail 48
Connectivity 48
Data connections and access points 48
Network settings 49
Wireless LAN 49
Access points 51
View your active data connections 54
Synchronisation 54
Bluetooth connectivity 54
Transfer data using a USB cable 57
PC connections 58
Administrative settings 58
Internet 59
About the web browser 59
Browse the web 59
Add a bookmark 60
Subscribe to a web feed 60
Discover nearby events 60
Unreadable characters while browsing the web 61
Positioning (GPS) 61
About GPS 61
About assisted GPS (A-GPS) 61
Tips on creating a GPS connection 62
Position requests 63
Landmarks 63
GPS data 63
Positioning settings 64
Maps 65
Maps overview 65
About positioning methods 66
View your location and the map 66
Navigation view 67
Map view 68
Plan a route 68
Get traffic and safety information 69
Drive to your destination 69
Walk to your destination 70
Save places and routes 70
Send places to your friends 71
Change the look of the map 71
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Camera 71
Image capture 71
Video recording 76
Camera settings 77
Photos 78
About Photos 78
View images and video clips 78
View and edit file details 79
Organise images and video clips 79
Photos toolbar 79
Albums 80
Tags 80
Slide show 80
Edit images 81
Edit videos 81
Image print 82
Music 82
Play a song or podcast 82
Playlists 83
View lyrics when listening to a song 84
Transfer music from a computer 84
FM radio 84
Videos 85
Download and play a video clip 85
Video feeds 86
My videos 87
Copy your videos between your device and computer 87
Videos & TV settings 87
Personalise your device 87
Change the look of your device 88
Profiles 88
3-D tones 88
Modify the home screen 89
Modify the main menu 89
Applications 89
Calendar 89
Clock 91
RealPlayer 92
Recorder 93
Notes 93
Office 94
Settings 98
Phone settings 98
Application manager 104
Calling settings 106
Troubleshooting 108
Find help 110
Support 110
In-device help 110
Do more with your device 111
Update device software 111
Settings 112
Access codes 112
Remote lock 113
Prolong battery life 113
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Increase available memory 114
Protect the environment 114
Save energy 114
Recycle 114
Product and safety information 115
Index 129
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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.
About your device
The wireless device described in this guide is approved for
use on the (E)GSM 850, 900, 1800,1900, and UMTS 900, 1900,
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.
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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.
Office applications
The office applications support common features of Microsoft
Word, PowerPoint, and Excel (Microsoft Office 2000, XP, and
2003). Not all file formats are supported.
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.
Shared memory
The following features in this device may share memory:
multimedia messaging (MMS), e-mail application, instant
messaging. Use of one or more of these features may reduce
the memory available for the remaining features. If your
device displays a message that the memory is full, delete
some of the information stored in the shared memory.
Mail for Exchange
Use of the Mail for Exchange is limited to over-the-air
synchronisation of PIM information between the Nokia
device and the authorised Microsoft Exchange server.
During extended operation such as an active video call and
high speed data connection, the device may feel warm. In
most cases, this condition is normal. If you suspect the device
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is not working properly, take it to the nearest authorised
service facility.
Magnets and magnetic fields
Keep your device away from magnets or magnetic fields.
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Get started
Note: The surface of this device does not contain nickel in
the platings. The surface of this device contains stainless
steel.
Keys and parts (front)
1Proximity sensor
2Earpiece
3Touch screen
4Menu key
5Call key
6Secondary camera lens
7Light sensor
8End key
Do not cover the area above the touch screen, for example,
with protective film or tape.
Keys and parts (back)
1Camera flash
2Camera lens
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Keys and parts (sides)
1Stereo speaker
2Charging indicator light
3Micro-USB connector
4Lock switch
5Volume up/Zoom in key
6Volume down/Zoom out key
7Capture key
Keys and parts (top)
1Power key
2Nokia AV connector (3.5 mm)
Insert the SIM card and battery
Important: Do not use a mini-UICC SIM card, also known
as a micro-SIM card, a micro-SIM card with an adapter, or a
SIM card that has a mini-UICC cutout (see figure) in this device.
A micro SIM card is smaller than the standard SIM card. This
device does not support the use of micro-SIM cards and use
of incompatible SIM cards may damage the card or the device,
and may corrupt data stored on the card.
Follow the instructions carefully, to avoid damaging the back
cover.
Safe removal. Always switch the device off and disconnect the
charger before removing the battery.
1 Remove the back cover by lifting it from the bottom end
of the device.
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2 If the battery is inserted, lift the battery to remove it.
3 Pull out the SIM card holder, and insert the SIM card. Make
sure that the contact area on the card is facing down and
that the missing corner on the card is facing the missing
corner on the holder. Push the SIM card holder back in.
4 Align the contacts of the battery with the corresponding
connectors on the battery compartment, and insert the
battery.
5 To replace the back cover, direct the top locking catches
toward their slots, and press down until the cover locks
into place.
Memory card
Use only compatible microSD 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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Insert the memory card
A memory card may be already inserted in the device. If not,
do the following:
1 Remove the back cover of the device.
2 Insert a compatible memory card in the slot. Ensure that
the contact area on the card is facing down and towards
the slot.
3 Push the card in, until it locks into place.
4 Replace the back cover. Keep the device facing down
when replacing the cover. Ensure that the cover is
properly closed.
Remove the memory card
Important: Do not remove the memory card during an
operation when the card is being accessed. Doing so may
damage the memory card and the device, and corrupt data
stored on the card.
1 Before you remove the card, press the power key, and
select Remove memory card. All applications are closed.
2WhenRemoving memory card will close all open
applications. Remove anyway? is displayed, select
Yes.
3WhenRemove memory card and press 'OK' is
displayed, remove the back cover of the device.
4 Press the memory card to release it from the slot.
5 Pull out the memory card. If the device is switched on,
select OK.
6 Replace the back cover. Ensure that the cover is properly
closed.
Antenna locations
Your device may have internal and external antennas. Avoid
touching the antenna area unnecessarily while the antenna
is transmitting or receiving. Contact with antennas affects the
communication quality and may cause a higher power level
during operation and may reduce the battery life.
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Switch the device on or off
To switch on the device:
1 Press and hold the power key.
2 If the device asks for a PIN code or lock code, enter it, and
select OK. The preset lock code is 12345. 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.
To switch off the device, press the power key briefly, and
select Switch off!.
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
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device for the first time. If the device indicates a low charge,
do the following:
1 Connect the charger to a wall outlet.
2 Connect the charger to the device. The charging indicator
light next to the micro-USB connector is lit when the
battery is being charged.
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.
USB charging
You can use USB charging when a wall outlet is not available.
With USB charging, you can also transfer data while charging
the device.
1 Connect a compatible USB device to your device using a
compatible USB cable.
The efficiency of USB charging varies significantly. In
some cases, it may take a very long time for charging to
start and the device to start functioning.
2 If your device is switched on, you can select from the
available USB mode options on the display of the device.
During extended operation such as an active video call and
high speed data connection, the device may feel warm. In
most cases, this condition is normal. If you suspect the device
is not working properly, take it to the nearest authorised
service facility.
Headset
You can connect a compatible headset or compatible
headphones to your device. You may need to select the cable
mode.
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Warning:
When you use the headset, your ability to hear outside
sounds may be affected. Do not use the headset where it can
endanger your safety.
Do not connect products that create an output signal as this
may cause damage to the device. Do not connect any voltage
source to the Nokia AV Connector.
When connecting any external device or any headset, other
than those approved by Nokia for use with this device, to the
Nokia AV Connector, pay special attention to volume levels.
Attach a wrist strap
Thread the wrist strap, and tighten it.
Touch screen actions
Use the touch screen with your finger or with a stylus (if
available).
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.
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Tap and double-tap
To open an application or other element on the touch screen,
you normally tap it with your finger. However, to open the
following items, you must tap them twice.
•List items in an application, such as the Drafts folder in
the Messaging application.
•Files in a file list, for example, an image in the Captured
folder in the Photos application.
Tip: When you open a list view, the first item is already
highlighted. To open the highlighted item, tap it once.
If you tap a file or similar item once, it is not opened, it
becomes highlighted. To see the options available for the
item, select Options or, if available, select an icon from
a toolbar.
Select
In this user documentation, to open applications or items by
tapping them once or twice, you "select" them.
Example: To select Options > Help, tap Options, and then
tap Help.
Drag
To drag, place your finger on the screen, and slide it across
the screen.
Example: To scroll up or down on a web page, drag the page
with your finger.
Swipe
To swipe, slide your finger quickly left or right on the screen.
Example: When viewing an image, to view the next or
previous image, swipe left or right, respectively.
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Flick
To flick, place your finger on the screen, slide it quickly across
the screen, then quickly lift your finger. The content of the
screen will continue scrolling 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. In your
device, flicking is available in Music player.
Scroll
To scroll up or down in lists that have a scroll bar, drag the
slider of the scroll bar.
In some list views, you can place your finger on a list item and
drag up or down.
Example: To scroll through contacts, place your finger on a
contact, and drag up or down.
Tip: To view a brief description of an icon, place your finger
on the icon. Descriptions are not available for all icons.
Touch screen backlight
The touch screen backlight is turned off after a period of
inactivity.
To turn the screen backlight on, unlock the screen and keys,
if necessary, and press the menu key.
Write text
You can enter text in several ways. When the slide is open,
the full keyboard works as a traditional keyboard. When the
slide is closed, you can use the virtual keypad to enter text,
or use handwriting mode to write characters directly on the
screen.
To open the virtual keypad, select any text input field. To
switch between the virtual keypad and handwriting mode,
select and the desired input mode.
The input methods and languages supported by the
handwriting recognition vary by region.
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Keyboard input
Keyboard
Your device has a full keyboard. To open the keyboard, push
the touch screen up. In all applications, the screen rotates
automatically from portrait to landscape when you open the
keyboard.
1Symkey. To insert special characters not shown on the
keyboard, press the sym key once, and select the desired
character from the table.
2 Function key. To insert special characters printed at the
top of keys, press the function key, and then press the
corresponding alphabet key, or press and hold the
alphabet key only. To enter several special characters in
a row, press the function key twice quickly, and then
press the desired alphabet keys. To return to normal
mode, press the function key once.
3Shiftkey. To change between uppercase and lowercase
modes, press the shift key twice. To enter a single
uppercase letter in lowercase mode, or a single
lowercase letter in uppercase mode, press the shift key
once, and then the desired alphabet key.
4Spacekey
5 Arrow keys. To move up, down, left, or right, use the
arrow keys.
6Enterkey
7 Backspace key. To erase a character, press the
backspace key. To erase several characters, press and
hold the backspace key.
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Insert letters not shown on the keyboard
It is possible to insert variations of letters, for example, letters
with accents. To insert á, press and hold the sym key, and
simultaneously press the A key repeatedly, until the desired
character is displayed. The order and availability of letters
depends on the selected writing language.
Write text
The input methods provided in the device may vary according
to different sales markets.
Keyboard
Your device has a full keyboard. The most common
punctuation marks can be found from the keypad. To enter
the most common punctuation marks, use the keyboard, or
press the sym key.
Some characters (for example, some punctuation marks and
other symbols) are printed at the top of keys. To insert a
character printed at the top right corner of a key, press the
function key and then the key that has the desired
character. When you press the function key, is displayed.
To insert a number, press and then the key with the
number. To lock the function key and insert only numbers,
press twice. is displayed.
To erase a character, press . To erase several characters,
press and hold .
To insert characters and symbols that are not shown on the
keyboard, press the sym key.
To use other keys (for example, "A" or "O") to insert a
character, press and hold the sym key, then press the other
key repeatedly, until the desired character is displayed.
To switch between the different character cases, press .
is displayed. The selected case is indicated by , ,
or .
Copy and paste text
1 To select letters and words, press and hold while
scrolling.
2 To copy, cut, and paste the text, select Options > Editing
options and the desired option.
Change the writing language
When writing text, you can change the writing language.
Select Options > Input options > Writing language and
the desired writing language.
To enter a special character, press and hold , and then press
another key repeatedly until the desired character is
displayed.
Changing the writing language allows you to access different
characters. For example, if you are writing text in Chinese and
want to use Latin characters to add a name, select Options >
Input options > Writing language and the writing
language that allows you to use Latin characters.
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Switch input methods
To switch input methods, press and hold , and press the
space key repeatedly until the symbol for the desired input
method is displayed.
Find items
To find a name, file, or application, use the search field, if
available in the application.
1 To search for an item, write text in the search field. The
device starts to search for matching items. The more text
you write, the more accurate the search result is. To write
text, use the input methods available in your device. The
current input method indicator is shown in the search
field.
2 To open the found item, select the item.
Touch input
Handwriting
The input methods and languages supported by the
handwriting recognition vary by region and may not be
available for all languages.
To activate handwriting mode, select > Handwriting.
Write legible, upright characters on the text input area, and
leave a space between each character.
To teach the device your handwriting style, select >
Handwriting training. This option is not available for all
languages.
To enter letters and numbers (default mode), write words as
you would normally. To select number mode, select . To
enter non-Latin characters, select the corresponding icon, if
available.
To enter special characters, write them as you would
normally, or select and the desired character.
To delete characters or move the cursor back, swipe
backwards (see Figure 1).
To insert a space, swipe forwards (see Figure 2).
Touch input settings
Select Menu > Settings and Phone > Touch input.
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