Sharp GX15T User manual

Introduction 1
Introduction
Congratulations and thank you for choosing the GX-T15.
About This User Guide
This user guide is carefully designed to help you learn about
your phone’s features and operations quickly and effectively.
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2Introduction
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a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the
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Introduction 3
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Useful Functions and Services
Your phone offers you the following features:
• A built-in digital camera for taking pictures and
video clips.
• A message function for reading and creating SMS
messages.
• MMS (Multimedia Messaging Services) for
personalising your phone in various ways.
• A WAP browser for accessing information on the
mobile Internet.
• Java™ applications. You can also download various
applications from FarEasTone via the mobile
Internet.
• A melody editing function for creating original
ringtones using up to 32 voices.
• A voice recorder function for recording and playing
back voice clips.
•ABluetooth®wireless technology interface for
establishing contact and transmitting data with
certain devices. You can transmit pictures, sounds,
and video clips to OBEX-enabled phones.
• An infrared interface for data communication. You
can transmit pictures, sounds, and video clips to
OBEX-enabled phones.
• A data synchronization function for synchronizing
the Phonebook and schedule entries with Microsoft
Outlook or Outlook Express on a PC.
• A schedule alarm for creating and sending schedule
entries with alarm settings.

4 Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Introduction .................................................. 1
Useful Functions and Services......................3
Your Phone ................................................... 7
Optional Accessories ....................................7
Getting Started ............................................. 8
Inserting the SIM Card and the Battery......10
Charging the Battery...................................12
Turning Your Phone On and Off ................13
Keypad Lock...............................................14
Display Indicators.......................................15
Navigating Functions................................. 17
Call Functions............................................. 18
Making a Call..............................................18
Speed Dialling.............................................18
Redialling....................................................19
Answering a Call ........................................19
Incall Menu.................................................20
Entering Characters ................................... 24
Changing the Input Languages ...................25
Changing the Input Method ........................25
Using Text Templates.................................30
Using the Menu ...........................................31
List of Menu Functions ...............................32
Phonebook ..................................................33
Selecting the Storage Memory....................33
Changing the List Displayed.......................33
Add New .....................................................34
Copying Phonebook Entries between SIM
Card and Handset ........................................34
Finding a Name and Number ......................35
Dialling from the Phonebook......................35
Editing Phonebook Entries..........................36
Deleting Phonebook Entries........................36
Viewing Groups ..........................................36
Memory Status ............................................37
Speed Dial List............................................37
Sending a Phonebook Entry........................38
Receiving a Phonebook Entry.....................38
Dialling a Service Phone Number...............38
Camera.........................................................39
Digital Camera ............................................39
Video Camera..............................................43

Table of Contents 5
Messages .................................................... 47
MMS ...........................................................47
SMS.............................................................51
Alert Inbox ..................................................54
Voicemail ....................................................54
Cell Broadcasts............................................54
Area Info .....................................................55
FET Mobile Internet.................................... 56
Starting the WAP Browser..........................56
Navigating a WAP Page..............................56
Visiting the FET Mobile Internet Web
Site...............................................................58
Visiting Your Preferred URL......................58
Gallery......................................................... 60
Picture Gallery ............................................60
Java™ Gallery.............................................63
Sound Gallery..............................................64
Video Gallery..............................................66
Bookmarks ..................................................67
Text Templates............................................68
My Chinese Beloved...................................69
Memory Status ............................................71
Java™..........................................................72
Java™ Gallery ............................................ 72
Java™ Wallpaper ....................................... 73
Download More.......................................... 73
Settings ....................................................... 74
Java™ Information..................................... 75
Organiser.....................................................76
SIM Application ......................................... 76
Calendar...................................................... 76
Alarms ........................................................ 78
Calculator ................................................... 80
Voice Recorder........................................... 81
Melody Editor............................................. 82
Help List ..................................................... 86
Profiles ........................................................87
Profiles........................................................ 87
Call Manager ...............................................92
Call Log ...................................................... 92
Speed Dial List ........................................... 93
My Numbers............................................... 93
Call Timers ................................................. 93
Data Counter............................................... 93

6 Table of Contents
Settings ....................................................... 94
Setting the Display......................................94
Call Settings................................................96
Date & Time .............................................100
Changing the Language ............................101
Connectivity..............................................102
Network Settings.......................................105
Security .....................................................108
Master Reset .............................................110
Connecting GX-T15 to Your PC .............. 111
System Requirements ...............................111
GSM/GPRS Modem .................................111
Handset Manager ......................................112
Software Installation.................................112
Note...........................................................112
Troubleshooting ....................................... 114
Safety Precautions and Conditions of
Use............................................................. 116
Conditions of Use .....................................116
Environment..............................................119
Precautions Concerning Vehicle Use .......119
SAR...........................................................120
Precautions for Use in USA......................120
Out of Warranty List .................................123
Index ..........................................................124
Quick Reference .......................................127

Your Phone 7
Your Phone
Please check the following carefully. Your phone
should come complete with:
• Rechargeable Li-ion battery
• AC Charger
• User guide
Optional Accessories
• Li-ion Spare battery
• Cigarette lighter charger
• USB data cable
The above accessories may not be available in all
regions.
For details, please contact your dealer.

8 Getting Started
Getting Started
1. Earpiece
2. Navigation Keys (Arrow Keys):
abcdMoves cursor to select
menu items, etc.
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 Picture Gallery in
stand-by mode.
3. Centre Key: Displays Main menu in
stand-by mode and
executes functions.
4. Left Soft Key: Executes the function at the
Abottom left of the screen.
5. Send Key: Makes or accepts calls,
Dviews the call in stand-by
mode.
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Getting Started 9
6. Voicemail Key: Press and hold this key to
Gconnect to the Voicemail
centre automatically.
(Depends on the SIM card.)
7. */Shift Key: Switches character case
Pamong four modes: Abc,
ABC, 123 and abc.
8. Display
9. Right Soft Key: Executes the function at the
Cbottom right of the screen.
Used to access Homepage
by opening the browser in
stand-by mode.
10.End/Power Key: Ends a call, turns power on/
Foff.
11.Keypad
12.# Key: Switches symbol screens,
Rand long press R
launches “Profiles” screen.
Long press this key on the
text entry screen to shift
text input method between
multi-tap and T9 mode.
Press , then Rduring
stand-by to activate Voice
Recorder.
13.Side-Up/Side-Down Keys:
VWMoves cursor to select
menu items, adjusts
earpiece volume, etc.
14.External Connector:
Used to connect either the
charger or USB data cable.
15.Microphone
16.Infrared Port: Sends and receives data via
infrared.
17.Camera Key: Starts the digital camera in
stand-by mode.
Takes pictures or records
videos in viewfinder mode.
18.Handsfree Kit Connector
19.Built-in Aerial:
Warning: Do not cover the top
of the phone with your hand
when in use as this may
interfere with the performance
of the built-in aerial.
20.RF Connector
21.Camera
22.Self-Portrait Mirror: For taking a self-portrait.
23.Battery Cover

10 Getting Started
Inserting the SIM Card and the
Battery
1. Slide off the battery cover ( ).
2. Slide the SIM card into the SIM holder.
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 and slide it as shown
below.
Note
• Make sure that only 3V SIM cards are used.
• Make sure that the standard accessory battery is
used.
2
1
SIM card
2
1

Getting Started 11
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 whilst sliding the SIM card
out of the SIM holder .
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.
2
1
2
1

12 Getting Started
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. Remove the cover of the external connector, and
connect the charger to the external socket located at
the bottom of the phone by pressing both sides
indicated with arrows. Connect the charger to an
AC outlet. Keep the cover in a safe place so as not
to lose it.
When the phone is charging, the animated battery
status icon ( ) in the upper right of the screen
displays the current status.
Standard charging time: Approx. 2 hours.
Note
• Charging time may vary depending on the state of the
battery and other conditions (See “Battery” on
page 117).
To Disconnect the Charger
Long press the side buttons of the charger, then
disconnect the charger from the external socket of the
phone.
2. When charging is complete, the battery indicator
icon displays the full charge status. Unplug the
charger from the AC outlet, then unplug the charger
connector from the phone. Put the cover back.
Note
• Do not use any non approved charger, this may
damage your phone and invalidate any warranty (See
“Battery” on page 117 for details).
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 screen.

Getting Started 13
Low Battery During Use
When the battery is running low, an alarm will sound
and the “ ” is displayed on the screen.
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.
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 109.
Battery Indicators Charge Level
Sufficiently charged
Partially charged
Charging recommended
Charging required
Empty

14 Getting Started
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:
“Call Manager”
→ “Phonebook” → [Options] →
“Advanced”
→ “Copy All Entries” → “From SIM to
Handset”
Keypad Lock
You can lock the keypad to prevent it from being
pressed accidentally.
Locking the Keypad
1. Press P, then [Lock Keys] during stand-by.
The soft and centre keys are not displayed.
To unlock, press P, then [Yes].
Tip
• Emergency numbers (112, etc.) can be input and
dialled regardless of the keypad lock.
• To lock the keypad automatically, see “Auto Keypad
Lock” on page 108.

Getting Started 15
Display Indicators Status Indicators
1. / : Strength of received signal / Service out
of range
2. : GPRS enabled and within range —
flashes during GRPS transmission.
3. / / : Alerts [SMS / MMS / WAP]
4. / : Current application [executed (colour) /
suspended (red)]
5. (No display) / / / / / :
Current profile [Normal / Meeting /
Activity / Car / Headset / Silent]
6.//:
T9 text input method or Chinese
character input methods (T9 Stroke/T9
BoPoMoFo) enabled
7. ///:
Current text input method [First letter
uppercase / Uppercase / Lowercase /
Numeric]
8. : “Diverts” (p. 96) set to “All Calls”
Status
indicators
Right soft key
Left soft
key
Centre key/Navigation keys

16 Getting Started
9. / : Secured WAP page displayed
10. : Call incoming
11. : Call in progress
12. / : Current WAP or MMS communication
mode [CSD / GPRS]
13. : Battery level
14. : Roaming outside network
15. : “Ringer Volume” (p. 88) set to
“Silent”.
16. : Vibration alert (p. 88) enabled
17. : USB data cable connected
18. / : “Infrared” connection [enabled /
communicating]
19. / / : Bluetooth wireless setting [enabled /
communicating with handsfree headset /
communicating with handsfree car kit]
20. : Data communication mode enabled
21. : Fax communication mode enabled
22. : Outbox contains unsent MMS
23. : Voicemail message alert
24. : Appointment with reminder alarm
enabled
25. / : Schedule entry enabled [with / without
reminder alarm]
26. : “Keypad Lock” (p. 14) enabled
27. : Appears when the Inbox, Sent box or
Drafts box is full in SMS.
28. : Appears when the Inbox, Sent box or
Drafts box is full in MMS.

Navigating Functions 17
Navigating Functions
All applications are accessed from the Main menu. To
open the Main menu, press the centre key ( ) during
stand-by.
To launch applications, you will need to highlight menu
items, and make selections. To select a menu item
(indicated in quotation marks), move the cursor using
a, b, cand d, and press to commit your
selection.
In certain procedures, you will need to press one of the
soft keys (indicated in square brackets), which are
displayed at the bottom left and right of the screen.
Press the corresponding soft key (Aor C).
To return to the previous screen, press the right soft key
if it displays “Back”. To close the Main menu, press the
right soft key if it displays “Exit”.
Each section in this user guide starts with a list of items
you will need to select in order (indicated in italics)
before performing the procedures shown. Select each
item to reveal the next set of items that you have to
select. Open subsection items after opening those listed
in the main section.
Example:
“Call Manager”
→ “Phonebook” → [Options] →
“Advanced”

18 Call Functions
Call Functions
Making a Call
1. Enter the area code and the phone number you wish
to dial and press Dto dial.
If you enter the wrong number, press [Clear] to
delete the number to the left of the cursor.
Emergency Calls
1. Enter 112 or 911 (international emergency number)
using the keypad and press Dto dial.
Note
• Emergency calls may not be available on all mobile
phone networks when certain network services and/
or phone features are in use. Contact your network
operator for more information.
• This Emergency number can normally be used to
make an emergency call in any country, with or
without a SIM card inserted, if a GSM network is
within range.
International Calls
1. Long press Puntil a “+” (international dialling
prefix) sign is displayed.
2. Enter the country code, followed by the area code
(without the leading zero) and the phone number,
and press Dto dial.
Speed Dialling
Up to 9 phone numbers from the Phonebook memory
(Handset and SIM) can be assigned to speed dials. You
can call the numbers using the digit keys (Hto O
and Q).
For details on setting the Speed Dial List, see “Speed
Dial List” on page 37.
1. To dial a number using the speed dial, long press
any of the digit keys (Hto Oand Q).
The phone number stored in the Speed Dial List is
dialled.

Call Functions 19
Redialling
You can redial numbers in the call log. Select from
specific categories or “All Calls”. Specific category
contains up to 10 numbers and the “All Calls” list
contains up to 30.
1. Press Dduring stand-by.
2. Select the category from “All Calls”, “Dialled
Nos.”, “Missed Calls”, or “Received Calls”.
To switch logs, press cor d.
3. Select the phone number you wish to call.
4. Press Dto redial the call.
Automatic Redialling
This setting allows you to automatically redial the
number if the first attempt was unsuccessful because
the called party was busy.
If you wish to stop redialling, press For [End].
To Set the Auto Redial Function
“Settings”
→ “Call Settings” → “Auto Redial”
1. Select “On” or “Off”.
Note
• When you receive an incoming call, the Auto Redial
function is interrupted.
• Automatic redialling is not available for fax and data
calls.
Answering a Call
When an incoming call is detected, the phone rings.
1. Press D, or [Answer] to answer the call.
Or press any key except Fand [Busy] when the
“Any Key Answer” function is enabled. Set the Any
Key Answer function in the profile of each mode.
(p. 91)
Tip
• When the Personal handsfree kit (option) is
connected to the phone, you can answer calls by
pressing the Answer button.
• If you have subscribed to the Calling Line
Identification (CLI) service and the caller’s network
sends the number, the caller’s number is displayed on
the screen. If the caller’s name and number are
stored in the Phonebook, the caller’s name and
phone number are displayed on the screen.
• If the number is a restricted number, the display
shows “Withheld”.
• When receiving a call from the person whose picture
is registered in the Phonebook, receiving display and
the picture are displayed alternately.