Sharp GX18 User manual

Declaration of Conformity
Hereby, Sharp Telecommunications of Europe Limited,
declares that this GX18 is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive
1999/5/EC.
A copy of the original declaration of conformity can be
found at the following Internet address:
http://www.sharp-mobile.com
Sharp Telecommunications of Europe Ltd.
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Introduction 1
Introduction
Congratulations and thank you for choosing the GX18.
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
maybelostoraltered invirtuallyanyelectronic 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, suchasstolen credit cardnumbers,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.
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contents, information, etc. from the network.
• Occasionally, afew black orbrightpixelsmayappear
on the screen. Please note that this will not have any
impact on any of the features or performance.
Intellectual Property Rights
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
explicit permission from the copyright owner to
reproduce, alter or use a copy which has been made or
modified in this way, this is considered to be a violation
of the copyrightlaws andgives the copyright owner the
right to claim for damages. For this reason, avoid the
illegal use of material which is protected by copyright.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

2 Introduction
This product is licensed under the MPEG-4 Visual
Patent Portfolio License for the personal and non-
commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in
compliance with the MPEG-4 Video Standard
(“MPEG-4 Video”) and/or (ii) decode MPEG-4 Video
that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal
and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from
a licensed video provider. No license is granted or
implied for any other use. Additional information may
be obtained from MPEG LA. See http://
www.mpegla.com.
This product is licensed under the MPEG-4 Systems Patent
Portfolio License for encoding in compliance with the MPEG-
4 Systems Standard, except that an additional license and
payment of royalties are necessary for encoding in
connection with (i) data stored or replicated in physical media
which is paid for on a title by title basis and/or (ii) data which
is paid for on a title by title basis and is transmitted to an end
user for permanent storage and/or use. Such additional
license may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. See http://
www.mpegla.com for additional details.
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Aplix Corporation. All rights reserved. JBlend
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Licensed by Inter Digital Technology Corporation under one
or more of the following United States Patents and/or their
domestic or foreign counterparts and other patents pend-
ing, including U.S. Patents: 4,675,863: 4,779,262:
4,785,450 & 4,811,420.
T9 Text Input is licensed under one or more of the following:
U.S. Pat. Nos. 5,818,437, 5,953,541, 5,187,480, 5,945,928,
and 6,011,554; Australian Pat. No. 727539; Canadian Pat.
No. 1,331,057; United Kingdom Pat. No. 2238414B; Hong
Kong Standard Pat. No. HK0940329;Republic of Singapore
Pat. No. 51383; Euro. Pat. No. 0 842 463 (96927260.8) DE/
DK, FI, FR, IT, NL,PT.ES,SE,GB; Republic of Korea Pat.
Nos. KR201211B1 and KR226206B1; and additional
patents are pending worldwide.
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The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sharp is
under license. Other trademarks and trade names are
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CP8 PATENT

Introduction 3
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 Vodafone via the mobile internet.
• Email for sending up to 2000 characters and
receiving mail with attachments.
• 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.
• A data synchronization function for synchronizing
the Contacts List 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 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Your phone conforms to international regulations in so
far as it is used under normal conditions and in
accordance with the following instructions.
Sharp and Vodafone disclaim any liability for damage
which may result as a consequence of improper use or
use contrary to the instructions contained herein.
Read the safety information sections of this user
guide on pages 4 to 13.
Do not use hand-held while driving.
For body-worn operation, maintain a separation of
1.5 cm.
Small parts may cause a choking hazard.
This device may produce a loud sound.
Keep away from pacemakers and other personal
medical devices.
Switch off when instructed in hospitals and medical
facilities.
Switch off when instructed in aircrafts and airports.
Switch off in explosive environments.
Do not use while re-fuelling.
This device may produce a bright or flashing light.
(*The flashing light feature is not available on all
products.)
Do not dispose of in a fire.
Avoid contact with magnetic media.
Avoid extreme temperatures.
Avoid contact with liquid, keep dry.
Do not attempt to disassemble.
Do not rely on this device for emergency communi-
cations.
Only use approved accessories.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 5
RADIOFREQUENCY (RF) EXPOSURE
General Statement on RF Energy
Your phone contains a transmitterand a receiver. When
it is ON, it receives and transmits RF energy. When you
communicate with your phone, the system handling
your call controls the power level at which your phone
transmits.
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)
Your mobile device is a radio transmitter and receiver.
It is designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to
radio waves recommended by international guidelines.
These guidelines were developed by the independent
scientific organization ICNIRP and include safety
marginsdesignedtoassuretheprotectionofallpersons,
regardless of age and health.
The guidelines use a unit of measurement known as the
Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit for
mobiledevicesis2 W/kgandthehighestSAR valuefor
this device when tested at the ear was “0.977“ W/kg*.
As mobile devices offer a range of functions, they can
be used in other positions, such as on the body as
described in this user guide**. In this case, the highest
tested SAR value is “1.63“ W/kg.
As SAR is measured utilising the device’s highest
transmitting power, the actual SAR of this device while
operating is typically below that indicated above. This
is due to automatic changes to the power level of the
device to ensure it only uses the minimum level
required to communicate with the network.
* The tests are carried out in accordance with
international guidelines for testing.
** Please see the section below about body worn
operation.
Body Worn Operation
Important safety information regarding radiofrequency
radiation (RF) exposure:
• To ensure compliance with RF exposure guidelines
the phone must be used with a minimum of 1.5 cm
separation from the body.
• Failure to observe these instructions could result in
your RF exposure exceeding the relevant guideline
limits.

6 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Limiting Exposure to Radiofrequency (RF)
Fields
For individuals concerned aboutlimiting theirexposure
to RF fields, the World Health Organisation (WHO)
provides the following advice:
• Precautionary measures: Present scientific
informationdoesnotindicatetheneed foranyspecial
precautions for use of mobile phones. If individuals
are concerned, they might choose to limit their own
or their children’s RF exposure by limiting the length
of calls, or using ‘hands-free’ devices to keep mobile
phones away from the head and body.
• For further information readers are referred to:
http://www.who.int/
INFORMATION ON PROPER
DISPOSAL
A. Information on Disposal for Users (private
households)
1. In the European Union
Attention: If you want to dispose of this equipment,
please do not use the ordinary dust bin!
Used electrical and electronic equipment must be
treated separately and in accordance with legislation
that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling
of used electrical and electronic equipment.
Following the implementation by member states,
private households within the EU states may return
their used electrical and electronic equipment to
designated collection facilities free of charge*. In some
countries* your local retailer may also take back your
old product free of charge if you purchase a similar new
one.
*) Please contact your local authority for further details.
Attention: Your product is marked with this symbol.
It means that used electrical and
electronic products should not be mixed
with general household waste. There is a
separate collection system for these
products.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 7
If your used electrical or electronic equipment has
batteries or accumulators, please dispose of these
separately beforehand according to local requirements.
By disposing of this product correctly you will help
ensure that the waste undergoes the necessary
treatment, recovery and recycling and thus prevent
potential negative effects on the environment and
human health which could otherwise arise due to
inappropriate waste handling.
2. In other Countries outside the EU
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your
local authorities and ask for the correct method of
disposal.
For Switzerland: Used electrical or electronic
equipment can be returned free of
charge tothedealer, evenifyou don’t
purchase a new product. Further
collection facilities are listed on the
homepage of www.swico.ch or
www.sens.ch.
B. Information on Disposal for Business Users
1. In the European Union
If the product is used for business purposes and you
want to discard it:
PleasecontactyourSHARP dealerwhowillinformyou
about the take-back of the product. You might be
charged for the costs arising from take-back and
recycling. Small products (and small amounts) might
be taken back by your local collection facilities.
For Spain: Please contact the established collection
system or your local authority for take-
back of your used products.
2. In other Countries outside the EU
If you wish to dispose of this product, please contact
your local authorities and ask for the correct method of
disposal.
DISTRACTIONS
Driving
Full attention must be given to driving at all times in
order to reduce the risk of an accident. Using a phone
while driving (even with a handsfree kit) causes
distraction and can lead to an accident. You must
comply with local laws and regulations restricting the
use of wireless devices while driving.
Operating Machinery
Full attention must be given to operating the machinery
in order to reduce the risk of an accident.

8 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
PRODUCT HANDLING
General Statement on Handling and Use
You alone are responsible for how you use your phone
and any consequences of its use.
• You must always switch off your phone wherever the
use of a phone is prohibited. Use of your phone is
subject to safety measures designed to protect users
and their environment.
• Always treat your phone and its accessories withcare
and keep it in a clean and dust-free place.
• Do not expose your phone or its accessories to open
flames or lit tobacco products.
• Do not expose your phone or its accessories to liquid,
moisture or high humidity.
• Do not drop, throw or try to bend your phone or its
accessories.
• Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or
aerosols to clean the device or its accessories.
• Do not paint your phone or its accessories.
• Do not attempt to disassemble your phone or its
accessories. Only authorised personnel must do so.
• Please check local regulations for disposal of
electronic products.
• Do not carry your phone in your back pocket as it
could break when you sit down.
Small Children
Do not leave your phone and its accessories within the
reach of small children or allow them to play with it.
They could hurt themselves or others, or could
accidentally damage the phone.
Your phone contains small parts with sharp edges that
may cause an injury or which could become detached
and create a choking hazard.
Demagnetisation
To avoid the risk of demagnetisation, do not allow
electronic devices or magnetic media close to your
phone for a long time.
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
Do not touch the SIM card’s metal connectors.
Antenna Care
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. Call quality may deteriorate leading to
shortened talk-time and standby time because the
mobile phone has to operate on a higher power level
than in necessary.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 9
Normal Use Position
When placing or receiving a phone call, hold your
phone to your ear, with the bottom towards your mouth
or as you would a fixed line phone.
Air Bags
• Do not place a phone in the area over an air bag or in
the air bag deployment area.
• Store the phone safely before driving your vehicle.
Seizures/Blackouts
If your phone is capable of producing bright flashing
lights, please be careful because it may trigger seizures
or blackouts.
Repetitive Motion Injuries
To minimise the risk of RSI (Repetitive strain injury),
when texting or playing games with your phone:
• Do not grip the phone too tightly.
• Press the buttons lightly.
• Make use of the special features in the handset which
minimise the number of buttons which have to be
pressed, such as message templates and predictive
text.
• Take lots of breaks to stretch and relax.
Emergency Calls
This phone, like any wireless phone, operates using
radio signals, which cannot guarantee connection in all
conditions. Therefore, you must never rely solely on
any wireless phone for emergency communications.
Loud Noise
This phone is capable of producing loud noises which
may damage your hearing.
Bright Light
If your phone is capable of producing a bright light, do
not use it too close to the eyes.
Phone Heating
Your phone may become warm during charging and
during normal use.

10 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Accessories
• Use your phone only with batteries, chargers and
accessories recommended by the manufacturer. The
manufacturer disclaims any liability for damage
caused by the use of other chargers, batteries or
accessories.
• Before connecting the phone with a PC or a
peripheral unit, read the operation manual for the
other unit carefully.
• Do not touch the battery terminals. Batteries can
cause damage, injury or burns if a conductive
materialtouchesexposedterminals.Whenthebattery
is detached from the phone, use a cover made of
non-conductive material for keeping andcarrying the
battery safely.
Connection to a Car
Seek professional advice when connecting a phone
interface to the vehicle electrical system.
Faulty and Damaged Products
• Do not attempt to disassemble the phone or its
accessory.
• Only qualified personnel must service or repair the
phone or its accessory.
• If your phone or its accessory has been submerged in
water, punctured, or subjected to a severe fall, do not
use it until you have taken it to be checked at an
authorised service centre.
INTERFERENCE
General Statement on Interference
Care must be taken when using the phone in close
proximity to personal medical devices, such as
pacemakers and hearing aids.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 11
Pacemakers
Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum
separation of 15 cm be maintained between a mobile
phone and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference
with the pacemaker. To achieve this, use the phone on
the opposite ear to your pacemaker and do not carry it
in a breast pocket.
Hearing Aids
• People with hearing aids or other cochlear implants
may experience interfering noises when using
wireless devices or when one is nearby.
• Sincethelevel ofinterferencewilldependon thetype
of hearing device and the distance from the
interference source, increasing the separation
between them may reduce the interference. You may
also consult your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss
alternatives.
Medical Devices
Please consult your doctor and the device manufacturer
to determine if operation of your phone may interfere
with the operation of your medical device.
Hospitals
Switch off your wireless device when requested to do
so in hospitals, clinics or health care facilities. These
requests are designed to prevent possible interference
with sensitive medical equipment.
Aircraft
Switch off your wireless device whenever you are
instructed to do so by airport or airline staff.
Interference in Cars
Please note that because of possible interference to
electronic equipment, some vehicle manufacturers
forbid the use of mobile phones in their vehicles unless
a handsfree kit with an external antenna is included in
the installation.

12 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
EXPLOSIVE ENVIRONMENTS
Petrol Stations and Explosive Atmospheres
• In locations with potentially explosive atmospheres,
obey all posted signs to turn off wireless devices such
as your phone or other radio equipment.
• Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres
include fuelling areas, below decks on boats, fuel or
chemical transfer or storage facilities, areas where
the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain,
dust, or metal powders.
Blasting Caps and Areas
To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn off
your mobile phone or wireless device when in a
blastingareaor inareasposted“turn offtwo-wayradios
or electronic devices”.

CONDITIONS OF USE 13
CONDITIONS OF USE
Battery
•Network configuration and phone usage will
affect talk-time and standby time.
Using the games or camera will hasten battery
consumption.
•When the battery charging alert is displayed on
the screen, charge the battery as soon as possible.
If you continue using your phone ignoring the alert,
the phone may cease to function, and all data and
settings you have stored may be lost.
• Before removing the battery from the phone, make
sure the phone is switched off.
• Replace and charge the new battery as soon as
possible after removing the old one.
• Recommended temperature for using and storing
batteries is approximately 20°C.
• The batteries’ performance is limited in low
temperatures, particularly below 0°C and the phone
may not work temporarily regardless of the amount
of remaining battery power.
• The battery can be charged and discharged hundreds
of times but it will eventually wear out. When the
operating time (talk-time and standby time) is
noticeably shorterthan normal, itistimeto buy anew
battery.
CAUTION
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED
BY AN INCORRECT TYPE,
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING
TO THE INSTRUCTIONS
See “Battery Disposal” on page 23.
Camera Operation
• Learn picture quality, file formats, etc. beforehand.
The taken pictures can be saved in JPEG format.
• Be careful not to move your hand while taking
pictures.
If the phone moves while taking a picture, the picture
can become blurred. When taking a picture, hold the
phone firmly to prevent it from moving, or use the
delay timer.
• Clean the lens cover before taking a picture.
Fingerprints, oils, etc. on the lens cover hinder clear
focusing. Wipe them off with a soft cloth before
taking a picture.
Others
• As with any electronic storage unit, data may be lost
or corrupted under various circumstances.
• If the phone’s battery has been removed for some
time, or the phone has beenreset, the unit’s clock and
calendar may be reinitialised. The date and time
should be updated in this case.
• Use only specified handsfree kits (supplied or
optional). Some phone’s functions may not work
when unauthorised handsfree kit is used.

14 Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Introduction .................................................1
Useful Functions and Services .................... 3
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .............................4
RADIOFREQUENCY (RF) EXPOSURE .. 5
INFORMATION ON PROPER DISPOSAL
6
DISTRACTIONS ........................................ 7
PRODUCT HANDLING ............................ 8
ELECTRICAL SAFETY .......................... 10
INTERFERENCE ..................................... 10
EXPLOSIVE ENVIRONMENTS ............. 12
CONDITIONS OF USE ...............................13
List of Menu Functions .............................17
Your Phone ................................................19
Accessories ................................................ 19
Getting Started ..........................................20
Inserting the SIM Card and the Battery .... 22
Charging the Battery ................................. 24
Turning Your Phone On and Off ............... 25
Keypad Lock ............................................. 26
Display Indicators ..................................... 26
Navigating Functions ................................28
Call Functions ............................................29
Making a Call ............................................29
Speed Dialing ............................................29
Redialing ....................................................30
Answering a Call ....................................... 30
In Call Menu ..............................................31
Entering Characters ..................................35
Changing the Input Languages ..................35
Changing the Input Method ....................... 35
Using Text Templates ................................ 36
Using the Menu ..........................................37
Contacts .....................................................38
Contacts List ..............................................38
Add New Contact ...................................... 39
Memory Status ...........................................41
Speed Dial List .......................................... 41
Sending a Contacts List Entry ................... 42
Call Log ..................................................... 42
Speed Dial List .......................................... 43
Advanced ...................................................43

Table of Contents 15
My Numbers ..............................................43
Data Counter ..............................................44
Call Charges ...............................................44
Camera ....................................................... 46
Take Picture ...............................................46
Record Video .............................................50
Messages ................................................... 53
Multimedia (MMS) ....................................53
Text (SMS) ................................................57
Email ..........................................................60
Cell Broadcasts ..........................................62
Vodafone live! ............................................ 63
Starting the WAP Browser ........................63
Navigating a WAP Page ............................63
My Items ..................................................... 65
Pictures ......................................................65
Videos ........................................................67
Games & More ...........................................68
Sounds ........................................................70
Bookmarks .................................................71
Memory Status ...........................................72
Games & More ........................................... 73
More Games ...............................................73
Applications ...............................................73
Settings .......................................................74
Java™ Information .....................................75
Applications ...............................................76
SIM Application .........................................76
Alarms ........................................................76
Calculator ...................................................77
Voice Recorder ..........................................78
Phone Help .................................................78
Calendar .....................................................79
Settings ......................................................82
Setting the Display .....................................82
Sound .........................................................84
Profiles .......................................................84
Connectivity ...............................................88
Date & Time ...............................................90
Call Settings ...............................................91
Changing the Language .............................95
Network ......................................................95
Security ......................................................99
Master Reset .............................................100
Connecting GX18 to Your PC .................101
System Requirements ...............................101

16 Table of Contents
CAMagic Mobile ..................................... 101
Troubleshooting ......................................102
Index .........................................................105

List of Menu Functions 17
List of Menu Functions
GX18 functions are listed below.
See relevant page for details of each function. The menu’s corresponding number is used for shortcuts. For details, see page 37.
1Games & More
1More Games (p. 73) 5Camera 1Take Picture (p. 46)
2Applications (p. 73) 2Record Video (p. 50)
3Settings (p. 74)
6My Items
1Pictures (p. 65)
4Java™ Information (p. 75) 2Videos (p. 67)
2Vodafone live!
1Vodafone live! (p. 63) 3Games & More (p. 68)
2Games 4Sounds (p. 70)
3Ringtones - 5Bookmarks (p. 71)
4Pictures - 6Memory Status (p. 72)
5News - 7Calendar (p. 79)
6Sport -
8Contacts
1Contacts List (p. 38)
7Find & Seek - 2Add New Contact (p. 39)
8Chat - 3Call Log (p. 42)
9Search - 4Speed Dial List (p. 41)
3Applications
1SIM Application*(p. 76) 5Advanced (p. 43)-
2Alarms (p. 76) 6My Numbers (p. 43)
3Calculator (p. 77) 7Data Counter (p. 44)
4Voice Recorder (p. 78) 8Call Charges*(p. 44)
5Phone Help (p. 78)
9Settings
1Display (p. 82)
4Messages
1Create Message (p. 53, 57, 60) 2Sound (p. 84)
2Multimedia (p. 53) 3Profiles (p. 84)
3Text Message (p. 57) 4Connectivity (p. 88)
4Email (p. 60) 5Date & Time (p. 90)
5Media Album - 6Call Settings (p. 91)
6Vodafone Mail - 7Languages (p. 95)
7Messenger - 8Network (p. 95)
8Cell Broadcasts (p. 62) 9Security (p. 99)
9Area Info - 10 Master Reset (p. 100)
* Depends on SIM card contents.

18 List of Menu Functions
Note for the menu references for the Postcard and
Media Album services
• The menu references for the Postcard and Media
Album services vary in the United Kingdom and
Ireland as follows:
Current
references in
the User Guide
References in
United Kingdom References in Ireland
“Postcard” “live! Postcard” (Not available)
“As Postcard” “As live! Postcard” (Not available)
“State/Province” “County” “State/Province”
“Media Album” “live! Studio” “Picture Album”
“To Album” “To live! Studio” “To Picture Album”