Sony Ericsson Walkman W850i User manual

Quick Start Guide
Sony Ericsson W850i

Contents
1. Getting started 3
2. Using the handset 5
3. Voice calls, UMTS
and video calls 7
4. Using the camera 10
5. Picture and video
messaging (MMS) 13
6. Vodafone live! 16
7. Downloading 17
8. Other services and
functions 18
Disposal of mobile phones
You can dispose of your old
phone at any Swisscom sales outlet.
Swisscom actively pursues an
environmentally-friendly recycling
policy.

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1. Getting started
In just a few minutes we’ll show you how easy it is to use
the features of your Sony Ericsson W850i.
1. Insert your SIM card
Insert your SIM card as shown. Make sure the gold
contacts are facing down and the cut-off edge is correctly
aligned.
2. Insert the battery
Insert the battery as shown and fit the cover. The
battery may need charging. A full charge can take up
to 2.5 hours.
3. Turn it on
Press and hold the key on the top of the phone.
Do the same to turn it off.
When prompted, select Normal mode – select Flight mode
only when you don’t want the mobile signal activated.
You can access other phone modes at any time by briefly
pressing the key.
4. Insert a Memory Stick Pro Duo™
To enlarge the phone’s memory, open the flap on the
top of the phone and insert a Memory Stick Pro Duo™,
until it clicks in place. Push it in to remove it.

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2. Using the handset
Keys and navigation
Navigation key: press in Pto OK an action or select a highlighted
option. In standby mode this opens the main menu. The navigation key
also controls the Walkman™ Music Player (see page 20).
Press the illuminated dots around the navigation key to move around
icons and menu lists. In standby mode, press  > Vodafone live!
(offline), E> Organiser & Tools, H> Contacts, F> Create new.
Soft keys: press to select the option displayed in the bottom left or
right of the screen.
In standby mode the left soft key opens the main Menu, the right soft
key opens the Toolbar. The Toolbar lets you view and open book-
marks, shortcuts, applications, and recent calls and messages. Press
to return to the standby screen. Press FEto move between the Toolbar
tabs. The first tab lets you open web pages and bookmarks. The second
tab shows new messages, alerts and missed calls. The third shows your
running applications. The fourth shows your shortcut menu.
Call key: press to make or answer a call. Pressing in standby mode opens
your Call Logs. Opening the slider also answers a call.
End key: press to end a call. Press this key at any time to return to the
standby screen.

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Back key: press to take you back to a previous menu or screen. Press and
hold to return to the standby screen.
Clear key: press to delete a character of text. Press and hold to delete all
text. Press this key to delete contact entries and other items.
Walkman key: press to open the Walkman™ Music Player (see page 20).
Press again to return to the main menu.
Camera key (on the right side of the phone): press to start the camera,
and to take a photo or video clip.
Volume keys (on the right side of the phone): press to adjust the
volume, and to zoom in and out of photos.
Press once in standby mode to show the phone status.
Picture keys (above the screen): in standby mode, press the left picture
key to view your pictures full screen, or the right one to view them as
thumbnails.
In camera mode (see page 11) they change picture settings.

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3. Voice calls, UMTS and video calls
Voice calls
1. Make a call
In standby mode, enter the number using the keypad and then press the key.
Press to end the call.
To use your Call list, press in standby mode. Scroll to the number you want and
press Pto start dialling. You can also press Hto access your Contacts from standby
mode.
During a call, pressing More brings up an option menu including turning on the loud-
speaker and muting the microphone (you can also press the button to do this).
2. Answer a call
Press or open the slider.
UMTS
The UMTS network supports faster data transmission and takes speed and service
availability to a new level.
Swisscom Mobile is introducing a variety of new services specifically for the UMTS
network. As well as being able to make and receive video calls, with Vodafone live!
you can also enjoy Mobile TV (see page 18).

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UMTS service indicator
When the UMTS symbol appears next to the signal bars, you’ll be able to take
advantage of the faster, richer functions of the UMTS service. Of course, you’ll still be
able to use the existing network at other times.
The UMTS network is growing rapidly – check out www.swisscom-mobile.ch/umts
for more information on where the service is available.
Video calls
When the UMTS symbol appears you can make and receive video calls. The other
person you’re calling must have a compatible UMTS phone and be in a UMTS area too.
1. Start the Video call screen
In standby mode, press Menu > Video call to bring up the Video call screen.
The small screen shows what the person you’re calling will see (you’ll see them in the
larger screen). Use a headset for the best sound quality.
2. Call a number
Press . Enter a number or choose a contact, then press Call. If the UMTS network
is not available, you’ll be asked if you want to make a voice call.
You can also start a video call from other applications, such as Contacts or Calls list.
Just highlight the number and press More > Make video call.

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3. Adjusting the image
Press  H to zoom in and out. Press More for an option menu of other adjustments.
4. Answer a video call
Press . Press Camera to turn your camera off or on (if you don’t want the caller
to view you).
5. Share pictures
You can share images during a video call. Press Eto choose an image from your
Pictures or Camera album folder.

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4. Using the camera
With the built-in digital camera it’s easy to take photos and video clips. You can send
these to other people as a picture or video message (MMS – see page 13).
Take and send a photo or video clip
1. Turn on the camera
Turn the phone sideways, then press the camera key to turn on the camera
(in standby mode). Press the key to turn the camera off.
2. Adjust the image
Use the volume keys to zoom in or out, and press the navigation key For Eto
adjust the brightness. To turn the flash light on or off, press . For other settings,
see page 12.
3. Take a photo
Press the camera key to take the photo. Your photo is automatically saved in
Menu > My Files > Camera album.
Press View in the camera screen to see your photos. To delete the photo, press ,
or press the camera key to take another one.