Sharp GX-31 User manual

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Introduction 1
Introduction
Congratulations and thank you for choosing the GX-31.
About This User Guide
This user guide is carefully designed to help you learn about
your phone’s features and operations quickly and effectively.
NOTICE
• We strongly recommend that you keep separate
permanent written records of all important data. Data
may be lost or altered in virtually any electronic memory
product under certain circumstances. Therefore, we
assume no responsibility for data lost or otherwise
rendered unusable, whether as a result of improper use,
repairs, defects, battery replacement, use after the
specified battery life has expired or any other cause.
• We assume no responsibility, directly or indirectly,
for financial losses or claims from third parties
resulting from the use of this product and any of its
functions, such as stolen credit card numbers, the loss
or alteration of stored data, etc.
• All company and/or product names are trademarks and/
or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
• Screen layout illustrated in this user guide may differ
from the actual one.
The information described in this user guide is
subject to change without notice.
• All the functions described in this user guide may not
be supported in all networks.
• We assume no responsibility for downloaded
contents, information, etc. from network.
• The LCD is a world advanced technology product,
giving you fine picture quality. Occasionally, a few
black or bright pixels may appear on the screen.
Please note that this will not have any impact on any
of the features or performance.
Copyright
According to copyright laws, the reproduction,
alteration and use of material which is protected by
copyright (music, pictures, etc.) is only permitted for
personal or private use. If the user is not in possession
of more extensive copyright or has not received the
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illegal use of material which is protected by copyright.
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2 Introduction
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Introduction 3
Useful Functions and Services of the
Phone
Your phone offers you the following features:
• Built-in digital camera that can take pictures and
record video clips.
• Create and read SMS (Text Message).
• MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service) can
personalise your phone in various ways: you can send
and receive multimedia messages with graphical
images, photographs, sound or video clips attached.
• WAP browser to help you access a variety of
information on the mobile Internet.
• Java™ applications. You can also download various
kinds of applications from Far Eas Tone via the mobile
Internet.
• Continuous grain silicon (CGS) colour LCD main
display with images that are clearer and easier to view.
• Colour external display enables you to quickly see
who is calling and if you have any new messages.
• Mobile light with large number of uses: as a camera
flash, battery charge notification, incoming call
indicator and a makeshift torch.
• Melody editing function allows you to create original
ringtones using up to 32 voices.
• Voice recorder function allows you to record and play
back your voice messages.
• MP3 player that can play back MP3 sound files.
• Memory card slot that expands connectivity with a PC
by using the memory card.
• Bluetooth interface that establishes contact with other
Bluetooth-enabled device (handsfree headset for
Bluetooth or handsfree car kit for Bluetooth only).
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4 Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Introduction .................................................. 1
Useful Functions and Services of the Phone ....3
Table of Contents ......................................... 4
Your Phone ................................................... 7
Optional Accessories ....................................7
Getting Started ............................................. 8
Inserting the SIM Card and the Battery ......11
Charging the Battery...................................14
Inserting the Memory Card.........................16
Removing the Memory Card ......................17
Turning Your Phone On and Off ................18
Display Indicators (Main Display) .............19
Display Indicators (External Display) ........22
Call Functions............................................. 24
Making a Call..............................................24
Speed Dialling.............................................24
Redialling....................................................25
Ending a Call ..............................................25
Answering a Call ........................................26
Incall Menus ...............................................27
Entering Characters ...................................31
Changing the Input Languages....................32
Changing the Input Method ........................32
Using Text Templates .................................37
Using the Menu ...........................................38
List of Menu Functions ...............................40
Phonebook ..................................................41
Displaying the Phonebook ..........................41
Selecting the Phonebook Memory ..............41
Add New ....................................................42
Finding a Name and Number ......................46
Dialling Using Phonebook Entries..............46
Editing Phonebook Entries..........................47
Deleting a Single Phonebook Entry ............48
Deleting All Phonebook Entries..................48
Viewing Groups ..........................................48
Memory Status ............................................52
Speed Dial List............................................52
Sending Messages .......................................53
Swapping Location Number of the Phone
Number........................................................53
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Camera ........................................................ 54
Take Picture ...............................................54
Video Camera .............................................63
Messages .................................................... 70
MMS ...........................................................70
SMS (Short Message Service) ....................82
Alert Inbox ..................................................89
Voicemail ....................................................89
Cell Broadcasts............................................90
Area Info .....................................................91
FET Mobile Internet.................................... 92
Viewing the WAP Browser.........................92
Navigating a WAP Page..............................92
Visiting the FET Mobile Internet Web Site ....94
Gallery ........................................................ 97
Picture Gallery ............................................97
Java™ Gallery...........................................104
Sound Gallery............................................107
Video Gallery ............................................111
Bookmarks ................................................114
Text Templates..........................................115
My Chinese Beloved ................................ 116
Memory Status ..........................................119
Java™ ....................................................... 120
Java™ Gallery .......................................... 120
Java™ Wallpaper ..................................... 120
Download More........................................ 121
Settings ..................................................... 121
Java™ Information ................................... 125
Organiser................................................... 126
SIM Application ....................................... 126
MP3 Player .............................................. 126
Calendar.................................................... 127
Alarm........................................................ 130
Calculator ................................................. 133
Voice Recorder......................................... 134
Melody Editor........................................... 136
Help List ................................................... 143
Profiles ...................................................... 144
Activating a Profile................................... 144
Customising Profiles ................................ 145
Resetting Profile Settings ......................... 145
Ringer Volume ......................................... 146
Assigning Ringtone .................................. 146
Vibration................................................... 147
Light Colour ............................................. 147
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6 Table of Contents
Keypad Tones ...........................................147
Warning Tone ...........................................148
Power On/Off Sound ................................149
Message Alert ...........................................149
Low Battery Alert .....................................150
Any Key Answer ......................................150
Call Manager ............................................. 151
Phonebook ................................................151
Add new....................................................151
Call Log ....................................................151
Call Timers ...............................................152
Call Costs..................................................153
Data Counter .............................................156
Speed Dial List..........................................156
My Numbers .............................................157
Settings ..................................................... 158
Phone Settings...........................................158
Call Settings..............................................170
Diverts.......................................................173
Card Settings ............................................175
Connectivity .............................................176
Internet Settings ........................................181
Network Settings.......................................187
Security .....................................................190
Master Reset..............................................197
Connecting GX-31 to Your PC .................198
System Requirements................................198
GSM/GPRS Modem..................................198
Handset Manager ......................................198
Software Installation .................................199
Note...........................................................199
Troubleshooting .......................................201
Safety Precautions and
Conditions of Use .....................................203
CONDITIONS OF USE............................203
ENVIRONMENT .....................................206
PRECAUTIONS CONCERNING
VEHICLE USE .........................................207
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE IN USA........208
Out of Warranty List .................................211
Index ..........................................................212
Quick Reference .......................................219
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Your Phone 7
Your Phone
Please check the following carefully. Your phone
should come complete with:
• Rechargeable Li-ion battery
• AC charger
• Handsfree
•CD-ROM
• User guide
Optional Accessories
• Li-ion spare battery
• Cigarette lighter charger
• USB data cable (USB cable)
The above accessories may not be available in all
regions.
For details, please contact your dealer.
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8 Getting Started
Getting Started
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1. Earpiece
2. Navigation Keys (Arrow Keys):
Moves cursor to select
menu items, etc.
a, b, c, din this
manual indicate these keys.
Up/Down arrow keys: Displays Phonebook
entries in stand-by mode.
Left arrow key: Displays list of Java™
Gallery in stand-by mode.
Right arrow key: Displays Pictures screen in
stand-by mode.
3. Centre Key: Displays Main menu in
stand-by mode and
executes functions.
Press and hold this key to
start the digital camera in
stand-by mode.
in this manual indicates
this key.
4. Left Soft Key: Executes the function at the
bottom left of the screen.
Ain this manual indicates
this key.
5. Send Key: Makes or accepts calls,
views the call in stand-by
mode.
6. Voice Mail Key:Press and hold this key to
connect to the Voice mail
centre automatically.
(Depends on the SIM card.)
7. * /Shift Key,
Viewfinder Switch Key:
Press this key to switch
input method. Press and
hold this key to enter *.
Switches self-portrait
between main display and
external display in digital
camera/video camera
mode.
8. Main Display
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9. Right Soft Key: Executes the function at the
bottom right of the screen.
Cin this manual indicates
this key.
10. End/Power Key: Ends a call, turns power on/
off.
11. “Browser” Key
: Displays the Browser menu.
12. Keypad
13. #/Flash light Key
: Press and hold # to launch
“Profile
” screen.
Switches symbol screens.
Press and hold this key to
change the input mode.
Turns the flash/auxiliary
light on or off in digital
camera/video camera mode.
14. Microphone
15. Aerial
16. Camera
17. Speaker
18. Mobile Light: Used as a flash or an
auxiliary light in digital
camera/video camera
mode, as a battery charge
indicator, or notification for
incoming calls, data/fax
calls or messages.
19. External Display
20. Infrared Port: Sends and receives data via
infrared.
21. RF Connector
22. Side-Up/Side-Down Keys:
Moves cursor to select
menu items, adjusts
earpiece volume, etc.
In stand-by mode, press
and hold this key to turn the
mobile light on and off.
When the mobile light is
on, press this key to change
the light colour.
23. Battery Cover
24. Macro Switch: Switches between normal
(Close-up) ( ) and macro ( )
position.
25. Handsfree Connector
26. Memory Card Slot Cover
27. External Connector:
Used to connect either the
charger or USB data cable.
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Getting Started 11
Inserting the SIM Card and the
Battery
1. Slide off the battery cover ( ).
2. Slide the SIM card into the SIM holder.
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SIM card
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12 Getting Started
3. Hold the battery so that the metal contacts of the
battery are facing down, slide the guides on the top
of the battery into the battery slots , and then
insert it .
4. Replace the battery cover as shown below and slide
it as shown.
Note
• Make sure that only 3V SIM cards are used.
• Make sure that the standard accessory battery is
used.
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Getting Started 13
Removing the SIM Card and the Battery
1. Make sure to turn off your phone and disconnect the
charger and other accessories. Slide off the battery
cover .
2. Pick up the battery using the protruding edge and
remove the battery from the phone.
3. Hold down gently while sliding the SIM card
out of the SIM holder .
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14 Getting Started
Battery Disposal
The device is supported by a battery. In order to protect
the environment, please read the following points
concerning battery disposal:
• Take the used battery to your local waste depot,
dealer or customer service centre for recycling.
• Do not expose the used battery to an open flame, into
water or dispose with the household waste.
Charging the Battery
You must charge the battery for at least 2 hours before
using your phone for the first time.
Using the Charger
1. Connect the charger to the external socket located at
the bottom of the phone by pressing both sides
indicated with arrows, and connect to an AC outlet.
The mobile light lights red.
Standard charging time: Approx. 2 hours.
Mobile light
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Note
• Charging time may vary depending on the state of the
battery and other conditions. (See “Battery” on
page 204.)
To Disconnect the Charger
Push and hold the side buttons of the charger, then
disconnect the charger from the external socket of the
phone.
2. When charging is complete, the mobile light turns
off. Unplug the charger from the AC outlet, then
unplug the charger connector from the phone.
Note
• Do not use any non approved charger, this may
damage your phone and invalidate any warranty,
please see “Battery” on page 204 for details.
• When the phone is charging, the animated battery
status icon ( ) in the upper right of the screen
displays the current status.
To Charge Using the Cigarette Lighter Charger
The optional cigarette lighter charger supplies power
for charging from the cigarette lighter socket of a car.
Battery Level Indicator
The current battery level is displayed in the upper right
hand side of the main display and the external display.
Low Battery During Use
When the battery is running low, an alarm will sound
and the “ ” is displayed on the main display and the
external display.
If you are using your phone and you hear the “low
battery” alarm, attach your charger as soon as possible.
The phone may not be able to continue normal
operation if you continue to use it. The battery may only
last approximately five minutes before the phone itself
powers down during a call.
Battery Indicators Charge Level
Sufficiently charged
Partially charged
Charging recommended
Charging required
Empty
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Inserting the Memory Card
1. Turn off the phone.
2. Open the memory card slot cover.
3. Insert the memory card all the way in.
4. Close the cover.
Note
• The miniSD memory card cannot be used with your
phone.
• Make sure that the phone is turned off before
inserting the memory card.
• Use only SD memory cards up to 512 MB, or MMC
up to 128 MB.
• Be sure to insert the card in the correct direction and
orientation.
• The SD memory card has a write-protect switch that
prevents you from deleting memory contents by
accident. If you slide the switch to the lock position,
you cannot save or delete files.
• SD cards recommended by Sharp: Panasonic 512MB
SD Card and Toshiba 512MB SD Card.
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• Do not open the memory card cover whilst an
memory card is being formatted or being written by
the phone. The card may be damaged beyond use.
• Keep all memory cards out of the reach of small
children.
Memory Card Folder Configurations
Four folders entitled PICTURES, SOUNDS, VIDEOS,
BACKUP are created on the memory card. The pictures
and sounds, and video clips are stored in each entitled
folder.
Tip
• You see the following indicators when the memory
card is in use:
: Appears when the card is inserted.
: Appears when the card is inserted and locked.
: Appears when the card is damaged or cannot be
used.
: Appears when the card is locked and damaged
or unusable.
: Appears when the card is being written or read
by the phone.
: Appears when the card is being formatted.
Removing the Memory Card
1. Open the memory card slot cover, remove the card,
and close the cover.
Note
• Make sure that the phone is turned off before
removing the memory card.
• Do not remove the memory card whilst the memory
card is being formatted or written to.
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18 Getting Started
Turning Your Phone On and Off
To turn the power on, press and hold Ffor
approximately 2 seconds.
The stand-by screen is displayed.
To turn the power off, press and hold Ffor
approximately 2 seconds.
To Enter the PIN Code
If activated you are asked to enter a PIN (Personal
Identification Number) code after turning on your
phone.
1. Enter your PIN code.
2. Press .
Note
• If your PIN code is entered incorrectly three times in
a row, the SIM card is locked. See “Enabling/
Disabling the PIN Code” on page 190.
To Copy Phonebook Entries from the SIM Card
When you insert the SIM card into your phone for the
first time and start the Call Manager application, you
are asked whether you wish to copy Phonebook entries
on the SIM card. Follow the on-screen instructions, or
you can do it later using the Phonebook menu as
follows:
1. Press to display the Main menu.
2. Press a, b, cor dto highlight “Call Manager”,
then press to select.
3. Press aor bto highlight “Phonebook”, then press
to select.
4. Press A[Options] to display Options menu.
5. Press aor bto highlight “Advanced”, then press
or A[Select] to select.
6. Press aor bto highlight “Copy All from SIM”,
then press to select.
7. Press A[Yes] to start copying.
To cancel copy, press C[No] in step 7.
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Display Indicators (Main Display) Status Indicators
1. / : Indicates the strength of received
signal/the service is out of range.
2. : Appears when your phone is GPRS
enabled and within range.
Flashes during GPRS transmission.
3. / / : Appears when a new text message,
multimedia message alert or WAP
alert has arrived.
4. Appears when the memory card
(p. 16) is inserted.
5. / : Appears when the application is
executed (colourful) or suspended
(sepia).
6. (No display)/ / / / / :
Indicates the phone’s mode (Normal
mode/Activity mode/Meeting mode/
Headset mode/Silent mode).
Status
indicators
Rightsoft
key
Left soft
key
Centre key/Navigation keys
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