Sharp GX-T33 User manual

Introduction 1
Introduction
Congratulations and thank you for choosing the GX-T33.
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.
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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.
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• 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.
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on the screen. Please note that this will not have any
impact on any of the features or performance.
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alteration and use of material which is protected by
copyright (music, pictures, etc.) is only permitted for
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2Introduction
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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
pending, 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
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Introduction 3
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FarEasTone and Sharp.
FarEasTone and Sharp reserve the right to change product
specifications without prior notice.
FarEasTone and Sharp reserve the right to change
information contained in this manual without prior notice.
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
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MPEG-4 Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in
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from a licensed video provider. No license is granted or
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See http://www.mpegla.com for additional details.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from
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4Introduction
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 sending
picture, sound and video messages to brighten
someone’s day.
• A WAP browser for accessing information on the
mobile Internet.
• Java™ applications. You can also download various
applications from FarEasTone via the mobile
Internet.
• The external display for quickly checking the
information of incoming calls or messages.
• 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 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.
• A music player that can play back MP3 and AAC
format sound files.
• A microSD™ memory card slot that expands
connectivity with a PC using the memory card.

Table of Contents 5
Table of Contents
Introduction .................................................. 1
Useful Functions and Services...................... 4
List of Menu Functions................................ 8
Your Phone ................................................... 9
Optional Accessories .................................... 9
Getting Started ........................................... 10
Inserting the SIM Card and the Battery...... 13
Charging the Battery................................... 15
Inserting/Removing the Memory Card....... 17
Connecting the Handsfree Kit ....................18
Turning Your Phone On and Off................ 18
Main Display Indicators ............................. 19
External Display Indicators ........................ 21
Navigating Functions................................. 22
Call Functions ............................................ 23
Making a Call ............................................. 23
Speed Dialling ............................................23
Redialling.................................................... 24
Answering a Call ........................................ 24
Incall Menu ................................................. 25
Entering Characters ...................................29
Changing the Input Languages ...................30
Changing the Input Method ........................30
Using Text Templates .................................35
Using the Menu...........................................36
Call Manager ...............................................37
Phonebook...................................................37
Selecting the Storage Memory....................37
Changing the List Displayed.......................37
Add New .....................................................38
Copying Phonebook Entries between SIM
Card and Handset........................................38
Finding a Name and Number......................39
Dialling from the Phonebook......................39
Editing Phonebook Entries..........................40
Deleting Phonebook Entries........................40
Viewing Groups ..........................................40
Memory Status ............................................42
Speed Dial List............................................42
Sending a Phonebook Entry........................42
Receiving a Phonebook Entry.....................43

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Call Log...................................................... 43
Speed Dial List ........................................... 44
My Numbers............................................... 44
Call Timers ................................................. 44
Data Counter............................................... 45
Camera ........................................................ 46
Digital Camera ........................................... 46
Video Camera............................................. 50
Messages .................................................... 55
MMS........................................................... 55
SMS ............................................................ 59
Alert Inbox ................................................. 62
Voicemail ................................................... 62
Cell Broadcasts........................................... 62
Area Info..................................................... 63
FET Mobile Internet.................................... 64
Starting the WAP Browser ......................... 64
Navigating a WAP Page............................. 64
Visiting the FET Mobile Internet
Web Site ..................................................... 66
Visiting Your Preferred URL ..................... 66
Gallery ......................................................... 68
Picture Gallery............................................ 68
Java™ Gallery ............................................ 71
Sound Gallery ............................................. 72
Video Gallery ............................................. 74
Bookmarks.................................................. 76
Text Templates ........................................... 76
My Chinese Beloved .................................. 77
Memory Status............................................ 79
Java™ ..........................................................80
Java™ Gallery ............................................ 80
Java™ Wallpaper........................................ 81
Download More.......................................... 81
Settings ....................................................... 82
Java™ Information ..................................... 83
Organiser.....................................................84
SIM Application ......................................... 84
Calendar...................................................... 84
Alarms ........................................................ 86
Calculator.................................................... 88
Voice Recorder ........................................... 89
Help List ..................................................... 89
Music Player................................................90

Table of Contents 7
Settings ....................................................... 92
Profiles........................................................ 92
Display........................................................ 97
Call Settings.............................................. 101
Date & Time ............................................. 105
Language................................................... 106
Connectivity.............................................. 106
Network Settings ...................................... 110
Security ..................................................... 113
Master Reset ............................................. 114
Connecting GX-T33 to Your PC .............. 115
System Requirements ............................... 115
GSM/GPRS Modem ................................. 115
Handset Manager ...................................... 117
Troubleshooting....................................... 119
Safety Precautions and Conditions
of Use ........................................................ 121
Conditions of Use ..................................... 121
Environment ............................................. 124
Precautions Concerning Vehicle Use ....... 124
SAR........................................................... 124
FCC NOTICE ........................................... 125
Out of Warranty List .................................127
Index ..........................................................128
Quick Reference .......................................131

8 List of Menu Functions
List of Menu Functions
GX-T33 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 36.
1Java™
1Java™ Gallery p. 80
2Java™
Wallpaper
p. 81
3Download
More
p. 81
4Settings p. 82
5Java™
Information
p. 83
2FET Mobile Internet
1Homepage p. 66
2Bookmarks p. 66
3Go to URL p. 66
3Organiser
1SIM
Application*
p. 84
2Calendar p. 84
3Alarms p. 86
4Calculator p. 88
5Voice
Recorder
p. 89
6Help List p. 89
4Messages
1MMS p. 55
2SMS p. 59
3Alert Inbox p. 62
4Voicemail p. 62
5
Cell Broadcasts p. 62
6Area Info p. 63
5Camera
1Digital Camera p. 46
2Video Camera p. 50
6Gallery
1Picture Gallery p. 68
2Java™ Gallery p. 71
3Sound Gallery p. 72
4Video Gallery p. 74
5Bookmarks p. 76
6
Text Templates p. 76
7My Chinese
Beloved
p. 77
8Memory Status p. 79
7Music Player
1Last Played
Music
p. 90
2My Music p. 90
3Playlist p. 91
8Call Manager
1Phonebook p. 37
2Add New p. 38
3Call Log p. 43
4Speed Dial List p. 42
5My Numbers p. 44
6Call Timers p. 44
7Data Counter p. 45
8Call Costs*–
9Settings
1Profiles p. 92
2Display p. 97
3Call Settings p. 101
4Date & Time p. 105
5Language p. 106
6Connectivity p. 106
7Network
Settings
p. 110
8Security p. 113
9Master Reset p. 114
*Depends on SIM card
contents.

Your Phone 9
Your Phone
Please check the following carefully. Your phone
should come complete with:
• GSM phone
• Rechargeable Li-ion battery
• AC Charger
• Stereo Handsfree
• User guide
Optional Accessories
• Li-ion Spare battery
• Cigarette lighter charger
• USB data cable
• Handsfree Microphone Unit
•StereoHeadset
The above accessories may not be available in all
regions.
For details, please contact FarEasTone.

10 Getting Started
Getting Started
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Getting Started 11
1. Earpiece
2. Navigation Keys (Arrow Keys):
Moves cursor to select
menu items, etc.
Up/Down arrow keys:
abDisplays Phonebook entries in stand-by mode.
aand bindicate these
keys in this manual.
Left arrow key:
cDisplays the list of Java™ Gallery in stand-by mode.
cindicates this key in this
manual.
Right arrow key:
d
Displays Gallery in stand-
by mode.
dindicates this key in this
manual.
3. Left Soft Key:
A
Executes the function at the
bottom left of the screen.
4. Send Key:
D
Makes or accepts calls,
views the call logs in
stand-by mode.
5. Centre Key:
e
Displays Main menu in
stand-by mode and
executes functions.
Long press this key to start
the digital camera in
stand-by mode.
6. Voicemail Key:
G
Long press this key to
connect to the Voicemail
centre automatically.
(Depends on the SIM card.)
7. */Shift Key:
P
Switches character case
among four modes: Abc,
ABC, abc and 123.
8. Main Display
9. Right Soft Key:
C
Executes the function at the
bottom right of the screen.
10.End/Power Key:
F
Ends a call, turns power on/
off.
11.Keypad
12.# Key:
R
Switches symbol screens,
and long press Rto
launch “Profiles” screen.
Long press this key on the
text entry screen to shift
text input method between
multi-tap and T9 mode.
Press e, then Rduring
stand-by to activate Voice
Recorder.
13.Microphone
14.External Display
15.Handsfree Kit/Microphone Connector

12 Getting Started
16.microSD Card Slot
17.External Connector:
Used to connect either the
charger or USB data cable.
18.Camera
19.Battery Cover
20.Built-in Aerial: Warning: Do not cover the
hinge area of the phone
with your hand when in use
as this may interfere with
the performance of the
built-in aerial.
21.Side-Up/Side-Down Keys:
VWMoves cursor to select
menu items, adjusts
earpiece volume, etc.

Getting Started 13
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.
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SIM card
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14 Getting Started
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 the SIM card gently and slide it out
of the SIM holder as shown below.
Battery Disposal
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.
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3
Please recycle waste batteries

Getting Started 15
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. Open the cover of the external connector, and
connect the charger horizontally to the external
socket located at the bottom of the phone until it
clicks.
2. Connect the charger to an AC outlet.
When the phone is charging, the battery status icon
( ) 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 122.)
To Disconnect the Charger
When charging is completed, the battery indicator icon
displays the full charge status.
1. Unplug the charger from the AC outlet.
2. Push and hold the side buttons of the charger ,
then disconnect the charger from the external socket
of the phone . Close the cover.
Note
•Do not use any non-approved chargers as they may
damage your phone and invalidate any warranties,
see “Battery” on page 122 for details.
•Forcibly disconnecting the charger may cause
malfunction.
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16 Getting Started
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS — SAVE
THIS INSTRUCTION
DANGER — TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW
THIS INSTRUCTION
If the shape and size of the plug do not match the power
socket, use a plug adapter that matches.
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
corner of the main display and in 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

Getting Started 17
Inserting/Removing the Memory Card
Note
•Make sure that the phone is turned off before
inserting/removing the memory card.
•Be sure to insert the card in the correct direction and
orientation.
•Keep all memory cards out of the reach of small
children.
1. Turn off the phone.
2. Open the microSD card slot cover.
3. Insert the memory card until it clicks. (To remove
the memory card, push the memory card until it
clicks.)
4. Close the cover.
Tip
•You see the following indicators when the memory
card is in use:
: Appears when the card is inserted.
: Appears when the card is damaged or unusable.
Make sure the card is properly inserted.
: Appears when the card is being written to or
read from.
: Appears when the card is being formatted.

18 Getting Started
Connecting the Handsfree Kit
1. Open the connector cover.
2. Connect the handsfree kit.
Turning Your Phone On and Off
To turn the power on, long press Ffor approximately
2 seconds.
The stand-by screen is displayed.
To turn the power off, long press 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 e.
Note
•If your PIN code is entered incorrectly three times in
a row, the SIM card is locked. See “PIN Entry” on
page 113.

Getting Started 19
To Copy Phonebook Entries from the SIM Card
When you insert the SIM card into your phone for the
first time and start 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”
1. Select “From SIM to Handset”.
Main Display Indicators
Status
indicators
Right soft key
Left soft
key
Centre key/Navigation keys