DR AF T RM-299 User Guide
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Contents For your safety......................................................................... 7 General information .............................................................. 12 Access codes........................................................................................................... 12 Nokia support on the web .................................................................................. 13 1. Get started .........................................................................
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For your safety Read these simple guidelines. Not following them may be dangerous or illegal. Read the complete user guide for further information. SWITCH ON SAFELY DR AF T Do not switch the device on when wireless phone use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger. ROAD SAFETY COMES FIRST Obey all local laws. Always keep your hands free to operate the vehicle while driving. Your first consideration while driving should be road safety.
SWITCH OFF WHEN REFUELING Do not use the device at a refueling point. Do not use near fuel or chemicals. SWITCH OFF NEAR BLASTING Follow any restrictions. Do not use the device where blasting is in progress. USE SENSIBLY DR AF T Use only in the positions as explained in the product documentation. Do not touch the antenna areas unnecessarily. QUALIFIED SERVICE Only qualified personnel may install or repair this product. ENHANCEMENTS AND BATTERIES Use only approved enhancements and batteries.
CONNECTING TO OTHER DEVICES When connecting to any other device, read its user guide for detailed safety instructions. Do not connect incompatible products. EMERGENCY CALLS ■ DR AF T Ensure the phone function of the device is switched on and in service. Press the end key as many times as needed to clear the display and return to the standby mode. Enter the emergency number, then press the call key. Give your location. Do not end the call until given permission to do so.
switch the device on when wireless device use may cause interference or danger. ■ Network services DR AF T To use the phone you must have service from a wireless service provider. Many of the features require special network features. These features are not available on all networks; other networks may require that you make specific arrangements with your service provider before you can use the network services. Your service provider can give you instructions and explain what charges will apply.
DR AF T and accessing internet with the browser, require network support for these technologies.
General information ■ Access codes The security code supplied with the phone protects your phone against unauthorized use. The preset code is 12345. DR AF T The PIN code supplied with the SIM card, protects the card against unauthorized use. The PIN2 code supplied with some SIM cards, is required to access certain services. If you enter the PIN or PIN2 code incorrectly three times in succession, you are asked for the PUK or PUK2 code. If you do not have them, contact your local service provider.
■ Nokia support on the web Check www.nokia.com/support or your local Nokia website for the latest version of the user guide, additional information, downloads, and services related to your Nokia product. 1. Get started Install the SIM card and battery DR AF T ■ For availability and information on using SIM card services, contact your SIM card vendor. This may be the service provider or other vendor.
DR AF T 2. Insert the SIM card (3). Ensure that the gold-colored contact area faces down and the beveled corner of the SIM card is slided in first. 3. Insert the battery into the battery slot (4). Ensure that the contacts on the top of the battery are facing the connectors in the phone. 4. To replace the back cover, position the bottom first, then press the top of the cover down (5) until it clicks into place.
■ Remove the SIM card 1. Follow step 1 of 'Install the SIM card and battery' to remove the back cover. 2. Lift the battery out by the groove at the top (1). DR AF T 3. With the finger grip, carefully slide the SIM card holder out (2). 4. Carefully slide out the SIM card from the holder (3). 5. Slide the SIM card holder closed (4). 6. Follow step 3 and 4 of 'Install the SIM card and battery' to replace the battery and the back cover.
■ Charge the battery Warning: Use only batteries, chargers, and enhancements approved by Nokia for use with this particular model. The use of any other types may invalidate any approval or warranty, and may be dangerous. Check the model number of any charger before use with this device. This device is intended for use when supplied with power from the AC-3 charger. DR AF T This device is intended to use the BL-4B battery. For availability of approved enhancements, please check with your dealer.
antenna during a phone call. Contact with a transmitting or receiving antenna affects the quality of the radio communication, may cause the device to operate at a higher power level than otherwise needed, and may reduce the battery life. 2.
• Wrist strap eyelet (9) • Camera lens (10) • Loudspeaker (11) • Microphone (12) DR AF T • Headset connector (13) • Charger connector (14) • Battery cover release button (15) • Camera key (16) Some special key functions are as follows: • Press the camera key to activate the camera; • Press and hold the camera key to activate the video; • Press and hold * to activate the FM radio; • Press and hold # to activate silent mode.
Note: Do not touch this connector as it is intended for use by authorized service personnel only. ■ DR AF T Warning: The scroll key in this device may contain nickel. Continuous exposure to nickel on the skin may lead to a nickel allergy. Switch the phone on or off To switch the phone on or off, press and hold the power key. See ’Keys and parts’, page 17.
The left selection key is Go to (4) for you to view the functions in your personal shortcut list. When viewing the list, select Options > Select options to view the available functions that you can add in the options list; select Organise > Move and the location to rearrange the functions of your shortcut list. Menu (5) and Names (6) Keypad lock DR AF T ■ Select Menu and press * quickly to lock the keypad to prevent accidental keypresses. To answer a call when the keyguard is on, press the call key.
3. Call functions ■ Make and answer a call DR AF T To make a call, enter the phone number including the area code if necessary. The country code should be included, if necessary. Press the call key to call the number. Scroll right to increase or left to decrease the volume of the earpiece or headset during the phone call. To answer an incoming call, press the call key. To reject the call without answering, press the end key. ■ Loudspeaker If available, you may select Loudsp.
4. Write text DR AF T You can enter text in predictive text ( ) and traditional text ( ) input. To use traditional text input, press a number key (1 to 9) repeatedly until the desired character appears. To turn predictive text input on or off when writing, press and hold #, and select Prediction on or Prediction off. When using predictive text input, press each key once for a single letter. If the displayed word is the one you want, press 0, and write the next word.
5. Menu functions The phone functions are grouped into menus. Not all menu functions or option items are described here. ■ DR AF T In the standby mode, select Menu and the desired menu and submenu. Select Exit or Back to exit the current level of menu. Press the end key to return to the standby mode directly. To change the menu view, select Menu > Options > Main menu view > List or Grid. Messaging The message services can only be used if they are supported by your network or service provider.
Text and multimedia message settings Select Menu > Messaging > Message settings > Text messages > Message centres. If your SIM card supports more than one message center, select or add the one you want to use. You may need to get the center number from your service provider. DR AF T Select Menu > Messaging > Message settings > Multimedia msgs. and from the following: Allow multimedia reception—Select No, Yes, or In home network to use the multimedia service.
the network or the receiving device in a multimedia message. Select Free to allow such contents, but the receiving device may not receive the message properly. Image size (restricted) or Image size (free)—to define the size of the image you may insert into a multimedia message when MMS creation mode is set to Restricted or Free DR AF T Text messages Your device supports sending text messages beyond the character limit for a single message. Longer messages are sent as a series of two or more messages.
The blinking indicates that the message memory is full. Before you can receive new messages, delete some of your old messages. Multimedia messages DR AF T Only devices that have compatible features can receive and display multimedia messages. The appearance of a message may vary depending on the receiving device. The wireless network may limit the size of MMS (multimedia messaging service) messages. If the inserted picture exceeds this limit, the device may make it smaller so that it can be sent by MMS.
the text. To add a subject for the message, select Options > Add subject, and enter the subject. To attach content to the message, select Options > Insert and the desired type of attachment. To send the message, press the call key. DR AF T The message type is changed automatically depending on the content of the message. Operations that may cause the message type to change from text message to multimedia message include, but are not limited to, the following: Attach a file to the message.
Service providers may charge differently depending on the message type. Check with your service provider for details. Flash messages Flash messages (network service) are text messages that are instantly displayed. DR AF T Select Menu > Messaging > Create message > Flash message. Instant messages To use instant messaging (IM) (network service) to send short, simple text messages to online users, you have to subscribe to a service and log in to it. Contact your service provider for details.
Audio message You can use MMS to create and send a voice message. MMS must be activated before you can use audio messages. DR AF T Select Menu > Messaging > Create message > Audio message. The recorder opens. When you finish recording an audio message, enter the recipient’s phone number in the To: field to send the message. To retrieve a phone number from Contacts, select Add > Contacts. To view the available options, select Options.
Select Menu > Messaging > Voice messages. E-mail application DR AF T The e-mail application uses a packet data connection (network service) to allow you to access your compatible e-mail account from your phone. Before you can send and retrieve any e-mail, you must obtain an e-mail account and the required settings. You may receive the e-mail configuration settings as a configuration message. Your phone supports POP3 and IMAP4 e-mail servers.
To select the retrieve mode, select Menu > Messaging > Message settings > E-mail messages > Edit mailboxes and the desired mailbox, and select Downloading settings > Retrieve mode > Headers only, Whole e-mail, or E-mail text only (for IMAP4 server only). To download, select Menu > Messaging and the desired mail box; confirm the query for connection if necessary.
Contacts > Names > Options > Add new contact. To add more details to a contact, make sure that the memory in use is either Phone or Phone and SIM. Scroll to the name to which you want to add a new number or text item, and select Details > Options > Add detail. DR AF T To copy a contact, select Menu > Contacts > Names > Options > Copy contact. You can copy names and phone numbers between the phone contact memory and the SIM card memory.
Memory in use—to select SIM card or phone memory for your contacts Contacts view—to select how the names and numbers in contacts are displayed ■ Log DR AF T Memory status—to view the free and used memory capacity The phone registers the missed, received, and dialed calls if the network supports it and the phone is switched on and within the network service area.
Select Menu > Log > Call duration, Packet data counter, or Packet data conn. timer for approximate information on your recent communications. Note: The actual invoice for calls and services from your service provider may vary, depending on network features, rounding off for billing, taxes, and so forth. ■ DR AF T To delete the recent calls lists, select Clear log lists. You cannot undo this operation. Settings You can adjust various phone settings in this menu.
Select Menu > Settings > Profiles, the desired profile, and Activate to activate the selected profile, Personalise to personalize the profile, or Timed to set the expiry time for the active profile. When the time set for the profile expires, the previous profile that was not timed becomes active. To activate silent mode, you can also press and hold #. DR AF T Tone settings Select Menu > Settings > Tones, and change any of the available options for the active profile.
Navigation key—to select shortcut functions for the scroll key. Scroll to the desired scroll key, select Change or Assign and a function from the list. Call and phone settings Select Menu > Settings > Call and from the following: DR AF T Call divert (network service)—to divert your incoming calls. For details, contact your service provider.
clock is displayed when no function of the phone is used for a certain period of time. To save battery power in the sleep mode, select Menu > Settings > Display > Sleep mode > On. The display turns off when no function of the phone is used for a certain period of time. DR AF T Time and date settings Select Menu > Settings > Date and time. Select Date and time settings to set the date and time. Select Date and time format settings to set the formats for date and time.
This device is compliant with Bluetooth Specification 2.0 supporting the following profiles: hands-free, headset, object push, file transfer, dial-up networking, synchronization connection, and serial port. To ensure interoperability between other devices supporting Bluetooth technology, use Nokia approved enhancements for this model. Check with the manufacturers of other devices to determine their compatibility with this device.
Set up a Bluetooth connection Select Menu > Settings > Connectivity > Bluetooth and from the following: Bluetooth > On or Off—to activate or deactivate the Bluetooth function. indicates that Bluetooth is activated. DR AF T Search for audio enhancements—to search for compatible Bluetooth audio devices Paired devices — to search for any Bluetooth device in range. Select New to list any Bluetooth device in range. Select a device and Pair.
If you are concerned about security, turn off the Bluetooth function, or set My phone's visibility to Hidden. Always accept only Bluetooth communication from others with whom you agree. GPRS DR AF T General packet radio service (GPRS) (network service) is a data bearer that enables wireless access to data networks such as the internet. The applications that may use GPRS are MMS, browsing, and Java application downloads.
Data transfer Your phone allows transfer of data (such as calendar, contacts data, and notes) with a compatible PC, another compatible device, or a remote internet server (network service). Transfer contact list DR AF T To copy or synchronize data from your phone, the name of the device and the settings must be in the list of transfer contacts.
to the settings, the selected data is copied or synchronized. Synchronize from a compatible PC DR AF T To synchronize data from calendar, notes, and contacts, install the Nokia PC Suite software of your phone on the PC. Use Bluetooth wireless technology for the synchronization, and start the synchronization from the PC. Synchronize from a server To use a remote Internet server, subscribe to a synchronization service.
Enhancement settings The compatible mobile enhancement item is shown only if the phone is or has been connected to it. DR AF T Select Menu > Settings > Enhancements and the available enhancement. If available, you may select Automatic answer to set the phone to answer an incoming call automatically. If the Incoming call alert is set to Beep once or Off, automatic answer will not be in use. Configuration settings Some of the network services need configuration settings on your phone.
Activate default in all applications—to set the applications to use the settings from the default service provider Preferred access point—to select another access point. Normally the access point from your preferred network operator is to be used. Connect to service provider support—to download the configuration settings from your service provider ■ DR AF T To enter, view, and edit the settings manually, select Menu > Settings > Configuration > Personal configuration settings.
■ Gallery In this menu, you can manage themes, graphics, recordings, and tones. These files are arranged in folders. DR AF T Your phone supports a digital rights management (DRM) system to protect acquired content. Always check the delivery terms of any content and activation key before acquiring them, as they may be subject to a fee. Select Menu > Gallery > Images, Video clips, Music files, Themes, Graphics, Tones, Recordings, and Receiv. files.
See ’Keys and parts’, page 17.To take an image, select Capture. Select Options to set Night mode on if the lighting is dim, Self-timer to set the self-timer, or Img. sequence on to take images in a fast sequence. Your device supports an image capture resolution of 640x480 pixels. DR AF T Record a video clip To use the video function, select Menu > Media > Camera > Options > Video. If the camera function is on, scroll left or right, or press and hold the camera key to activate video directly.
take another image or Options > Send to send the image as a multimedia message. Video clip length—to set the length of the video clip you can take Voice recorder DR AF T You can record pieces of speech, sound, or an active call. This is useful for recording a name and phone number to write them down later. Select Menu > Media > Recorder and the virtual record button on the display to start recording. To start the recording during a call, select Options > Record.
Radio The FM radio depends on an antenna other than the wireless device antenna. A compatible headset or enhancement needs to be attached to the device for the FM radio to function properly. Warning: Listen to music at a moderate level. Continuous exposure to high volume may damage your hearing. DR AF T Select Menu > Media > Radio, or in the standby mode press and hold *.
■ Organiser Alarm clock To use the alarm clock, select Menu > Organiser > Alarm clock and from the following: Alarm:—to set the alarm on or off Alarm time:—to set the time for the alarm DR AF T Repeat:—to set the phone to alert you on selected days of the week Alarm tone:—to select or personalize the alarm tone Snooze time-out:—to set the time out for the snooze alert The phone will sound an alert tone and flash Alarm! and the current time on the display even if the phone is switched off.
and receive calls. Do not select Yes when wireless phone use may cause interference or danger. Calendar DR AF T Select Menu > Organiser > Calendar. The current day is indicated by a frame. If there are any notes set for the day, the day is in bold type. To view the notes, select View. To delete all notes in the calendar, select the month view or week view, and select Options > Delete all notes.
■ Applications Your phone software may include some games and Java applications specially designed for this Nokia phone. DR AF T To view the amount of memory available for game and application installations, select Menu > Applications > Options > Memory status. To launch a game or an application, select Menu > Applications > Games, or Collection. Scroll to a game or an application, and select Open.
■ Web You can access various mobile internet services with your phone browser. Check the availability of these services, pricing, and tariffs with your network operator or the service provider. DR AF T Important: Use only services that you trust and that offer adequate security and protection against harmful software. Service connection Make sure that service settings are saved and activated.
To quit browsing and to end the connection, press and hold the end key. After you connect to the service, you can browse its pages. The function of the phone keys may vary in different services. Follow the text guides on the phone display. DR AF T If GPRS is selected as the data bearer, is shown at the top left of the display during browsing.
DR AF T the text to continue on the next line. If you select Off, the text will be abbreviated. Select Show images > No, and any pictures appearing on the page are not shown. To set the phone to alert when a secure connection changes to an insecure one during browsing, select Alerts > Alert for unsecure connection > Yes. To set the phone to alert when a secure page contains an insecure item, select Alert for unsecure items > Yes. These alerts do not guarantee a secure connection.
Browser security Security features may be required for some services, such as banking services or online shopping. For such connections you need security certificates and possibly a security module which may be available on your SIM card. For more information, contact your service provider. SIM services DR AF T ■ Your SIM card may provide additional services. For information, contact your service provider. 6.
If a replacement battery is being used for the first time or if the battery has not been used for a prolonged period, it may be necessary to connect the charger, then disconnect and reconnect it to begin charging the battery. Unplug the charger from the electrical plug and the device when not in use. Do not leave a fully charged battery connected to a charger, since overcharging may shorten its lifetime. If left unused, a fully charged battery will lose its charge over time.
battery may not work temporarily, even when the battery is fully charged. Battery performance is particularly limited in temperatures well below freezing. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire as they may explode. Batteries may also explode if damaged. Dispose of batteries according to local regulations. Please recycle when possible. Do not dispose as household waste. DR AF T Do not dismantle or shred cells or batteries.
■ Nokia battery authentication guidelines Always use original Nokia batteries for your safety. To check that you are getting an original Nokia battery, purchase it from an authorized Nokia dealer, look for the Nokia Original Enhancements logo on the packaging, and inspect the hologram label using the following steps: DR AF T Successful completion of the four steps is not a total assurance of the authenticity of the battery.
Authenticate hologram 1. When looking at the hologram on the label, you should see the Nokia connecting hands symbol from one angle and the Nokia Original Enhancements logo when looking from another angle. DR AF T 2. When you angle the hologram left, right, down, and up, you should see 1, 2, 3, and 4 dots on each side respectively. 3. Scratch the side of the label to reveal a 20-digit code, for example, 12345678919876543210. Turn the battery so that the numbers are facing upwards.
DR AF T 4. Confirm that the 20-digit code is valid by following the instructions at www.nokia.com/ batterycheck. What if your battery is not authentic? If you cannot confirm that your Nokia battery with the hologram on the label is an authentic Nokia battery, please do not use the battery. Take it to the nearest authorized Nokia service point or dealer for assistance.
7. Enhancements Practical rules about accessories and enhancements • Keep all accessories and enhancements out of the reach of small children. • When you disconnect the power cord of any accessory or enhancement, grasp and pull the plug, not the cord. DR AF T • Check regularly that enhancements installed in a vehicle are mounted and are operating properly. • Installation of any complex car enhancements must be made by qualified personnel only.
Care and maintenance Your device is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care. The following suggestions will help you protect your warranty coverage. DR AF T • Keep the device dry. Precipitation, humidity, and all types of liquids or moisture can contain minerals that will corrode electronic circuits. If your device does get wet, remove the battery, and allow the device to dry completely before replacing it. • Do not use or store the device in dusty, dirty areas.
• Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the device. • Do not paint the device. Paint can clog the moving parts and prevent proper operation. • Use a soft, clean, dry cloth to clean any lenses, such as camera, proximity sensor, and light sensor lenses. DR AF T • Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the device and may violate regulations governing radio devices.
Additional safety information ■ Small children Your device and its enhancements may contain small parts. Keep them out of the reach of small children. DR AF T ■ Operating environment This device meets RF exposure guidelines when used either in the normal use position against the ear or when positioned at least 2.2 centimeters (7/8 inch) away from the body.
DR AF T ■ Medical devices Operation of any radio transmitting equipment, including wireless phones, may interfere with the functionality of inadequately protected medical devices. Consult a physician or the manufacturer of the medical device to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF energy or if you have any questions. Switch off your device in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so.
• Turn the wireless device off immediately if there is any reason to suspect that interference is taking place. • Read and follow the directions from the manufacturer of their implanted medical device. If you have any questions about using your wireless device with an implanted medical device, consult your health care provider. Hearing aids DR AF T Some digital wireless devices may interfere with some hearing aids. If interference occurs, consult your service provider.
carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the same compartment as the device, its parts, or enhancements. For vehicles equipped with an air bag, remember that air bags inflate with great force. Do not place objects, including installed or portable wireless equipment in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area. If in-vehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag inflates, serious injury could result.
often, but not always, clearly marked. They include below deck on boats, chemical transfer or storage facilities, vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane), and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain, dust, or metal powders. ■ Emergency calls DR AF T Important: Wireless phones, including this device, operate using radio signals, wireless networks, landline networks, and user-programmed functions.
If certain features are in use, you may first need to turn those features off before you can make an emergency call. Consult this guide or your service provider for more information. When making an emergency call, give all the necessary information as accurately as possible. Your wireless device may be the only means of communication at the scene of an accident. Do not end the call until given permission to do so.
be below the maximum value because the device is designed to use only the power required to reach the network. That amount changes depending on a number of factors such as how close you are to a network base station. The highest SAR value under the ICNIRP guidelines for use of the device at the ear is 0.63 W/kg. DR AF T Use of device accessories and enhancements may result in different SAR values. SAR values may vary depending on national reporting and testing requirements and the network band.
