P910i User Guide
Letters Lowercase letters are written below the arrow and uppercase letters in line with the arrow. a b c d e f g h 2 i 1 2 j 1 1 k l m 2 2 1 2 1 n o p q r s t 2 u v w x1 y z . Accented letters Write the character as described above, then write the accent above the arrow. Other such characters, for example, ö and ü, follow the same principle. , ? ! & @ 1 ' " 2 Note Start each stroke at the dotted end. 1 Note Start each stroke at the dotted end. 2 Numbers Numbers are written above the arrow.
Contents Introduction ................................................................. 9 Entering text with the flip closed ..................................... 32 Entering text with the flip open ....................................... 33 P910i locks....................................................................... 37 Getting to know your P910i...................................... 10 Phone.......................................................................... 40 OVERVIEW P910i package......
Music player............................................................... 73 Playing sound files............................................................ 73 Managing sound files........................................................ 74 Internet ....................................................................... 77 Using the browser view .................................................... 78 Using the bookmark view................................................. 81 Preferences...................
Setting locations ............................................................. 120 Setting number formats .................................................. 120 Setting alarms ................................................................. 121 Viewers and editors – Quickoffice ......................... 122 Common viewer and editor functions ............................ 122 Quickword ...................................................................... 123 Quicksheet ....................................
The Connections tab Bluetooth......................................................................... 151 Cable ............................................................................... 152 GSM Networks ............................................................... 152 Infrared ........................................................................... 153 Internet accounts............................................................. 153 Messaging accounts ...........................................
Sony Ericsson P910i User Guide First edition (June 2004) This User Guide is published by Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB, without any warranty. Improvements and changes to this User Guide necessitated by typographical errors, inaccuracies of current information, or improvements to programs and/or equipment, may be made by Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB at any time and without notice. Such changes will, however, be incorporated into new editions of this User Guide.
Important Your mobile phone has the capability to load, store and forward additional content, e.g. ring tone melodies. The use of such content may be restricted or prohibited by rights of third parties, including but not limited to restriction under applicable copyright laws. You, and not Sony Ericsson, are entirely responsible for additional content that you download to or forward from your mobile phone.
OVERVIEW Introduction For ease of reference the Getting to know your P910i chapter gives a quick overview of the main functions of the phone, shortcuts and general information. Your P910i combines advanced business and entertainment features in one intuitive device. Its camera lets you take pictures and record video wherever you are and use them in a wide range of applications. The pictures can be used in the Picture Phonebook, where they can be used to identify callers.
Getting to know your P910i P910i package A P910i with stylus B Battery M C Travel charger A D SyncStation P910i E Stereo headset F Protective bag and strap G Extra stylus H Memory Stick F J D L K N N 2 CDs, Sony Ericsson PC Suite and Multimedia for P910i Note The design of the charger will differ depending on the market.
P910i overview A D E A B F C G F D H B G I C E A Stylus A Indicator light for Bluetooth wireless technology (blue) B External antenna connector B Screen C CommuniCorder C Flip with keypad and keyboard D Battery compartment D Indicator light for network and battery (green/red) E Connector for accessories and charger E CommuniCorder activation and shutter release F Connector for stereo headset F Internet button for activation of the browser G Jog Dial G Slot for Memory Stick H Infrared
SIM card. Battery When you register as a subscriber with a network operator, you receive a SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card. The SIM card contains a computer chip that keeps track of your phone number, the services included in your subscription and your phonebook information, among other things. Before you use your P910i for the first time, charge the battery provided for at least 4 hours. Use the supplied charger. See ‘Charging the battery’ on page 13.
Charging the battery • When the battery needs to be charged, a beep is heard. The indicator light (on the top of your P910i) flashes red and a battery low message appears on the screen. • The battery can be charged whenever you want. The P910i performance is not affected. However, using your P910i while charging increases the charging time. To charge the battery The P910i can be charged either when it is switched on or off. 1. Make sure the battery is inserted in your P910i and the cover is closed. 2.
First time start-up Importing phonebook entries Please read ‘Guidelines for Safe and Efficient Use’ on page 182 before you start using your P910i. You may want to import existing contact information from another mobile phone to your P910i. You can do this in several ways: When you start your P910i for the first time 1. Press the On/Off button to turn on your P910i, keeping the flip closed. The language selection dialog opens. 2. Select one of the languages from the list.
Flip closed mode D Shortcut to the Calendar application E Shows all applications available in flip closed mode With the keypad flip closed, the P910i can be used as a conventional mobile phone using the keypad to dial and the Jog Dial to navigate. For more information please see ‘Jog Dial’ on page 19 and ‘Keypad functions’ on page 20.
Options menu Press or press the Jog Dial forwards to open the standby options menu to get access to keylock, battery status, accepted callers and more. C D B E F CommuniCorder Pictures Video Music player Internet Messages Contacts Phone Calendar A Flip open mode When the flip is opened, the large touch-screen is revealed. You use the stylus to tap the screen to navigate and enter data. There is also a handwriting recognition feature, so that you can use the stylus to write on the screen.
The Jog Dial provides further navigation and selection capability. Closing the flip generally ends an activity and saves the data. Multimedia phone calls and data sessions will, however, continue. When the flip is opened, the large touch-screen is revealed. You use the stylus to tap the screen to navigate and enter data. There is also a handwriting recognition feature, so that you can use the stylus to write on the screen. The Jog Dial provides further navigation and selection capability.
Screen areas B Menu bar When the flip is closed, you use the keyboard and the Jog Dial. When the flip is open the screen is touch-sensitive. The screen is divided into a number of areas: see the figure and table below. A B E Internet Chat Edit Edit F 11:03 John Smith +4613244500 (h) C C Sony Ericsson B End call D C Application Applications use this central area of the screen to area display the essential information.
Jog Dial Action Function Rotate the Jog Dial up Scrolls items in a list up/to the left, increases volume during a call, moves back a page when playing a multimedia message. Rotate the Jog Dial down Scrolls items in a list down/to the right, decreases volume during a call, moves forward a page when playing a multimedia message. Press the Jog Dial inwards Selects a highlighted item, dials selected phone numbers. Generally the same action as in flip closed.
Keypad functions Key Key Function S TA R • Enter the character *. • Press and hold to enter a p (pause) character. • Press to switch between different input modes (Abc, 123 ... ). This is useful when writing SMS or similar texts. • Press and hold to change between T9 and multitap. Function OK • Enter selected function, indicated on the display above the key. BACK • Return to previous menu. • Reject an incoming call. • Press and hold to return to Standby.
Indicators and status bar icons These icons appear in the flip closed standby screen or in the status bar when the flip is open. When the flip is open, you can often tap the icons to get more detailed information or start an application.
Memory Stick Memory Sticks provide a convenient way of increasing the storage space in your P910i. You can use both Memory Stick® Duo™ and Memory Stick® PRO Duo™. You can save pictures, video clips, music, and voice recordings as well as computer data and applications on a Memory Stick and use it to store or transfer the contents for many different purposes. These include: Note Insert the Memory Stick correctly to avoid damage to your P910i or the Memory Stick.
Formatting a Memory Stick New Memory Sticks are normally automatically formatted first time they are inserted in a phone. The phone stops working during the formatting and it can take some time. Note Do not remove a Memory Stick during the formatting. If you need to reformat a Memory Stick, select Control Panel > Other > Format disk and tap Format, or select File manager > File > Format disk and tap Format. When you format a Memory Compatibility The P910i defines its own folder structure on a Memory Stick.
Connecting the accessories C E A The travel charger is connected to the desk stand or to the P910i. Note The design of the charger will differ depending on the market. B The USB connector from the desk stand is connected to a PC. C The headset is connected to the P910i. D Other accessories can be connected to the connector at the base of the P910i. B D A 24 Getting to know your P910i E A car holder can be connected to the antenna connector at the rear.
Services You need the following services to use the P910i functions: To use... You need... phone services GSM subscription text messaging (SMS) GSM subscription multimedia messaging (MMS) MMS account, GSM data subscription email email account, GSM data subscription Internet Internet account, WAP account (only for WAP 1.x services), GSM data subscription data communication GSM data subscription You can uninstall the demo application and also reinstall it from the Multimedia for P910i CD.
Call list The call list displays the most recent calls, either outgoing, incoming or missed. In flip closed, press the Jog Dial or to call the selected entry. To view the call list when the flip is open, open Phone and tap the call list icon. CommuniCorder For taking video clips and still pictures. In CommuniCorder view, the screen becomes a viewfinder. Press the CommuniCorder button or the Jog Dial to start recording or take a photo. Alternatively tap the red button at the bottom of the screen.
Jotter Displays a list of stored entries. In detailed view, the complete entry is displayed. Control panel (flip open only) Contains all settings that are system-wide and affect more than one application. This is the main view to use when initially setting up your P910i. Note Settings for Flight mode and P910i locks are located under Control panel > Device Calculator (flip open only) A standard 10-digit calculator. You can add, subtract, multiply, divide, calculate square roots and percentages.
Updating the software With Sony Ericsson Update Service you can keep your phone updated with the latest P910i software. See “Sony Ericsson Update Service” on page 132 how to download the software from the Internet. General functions Application launcher views In flip open, the P910i can present the applications in two ways: • List view (small icons appear in one column) • Icon view (large icons appear in two columns) Folders a handheld device.
folder does not display the entries in the SIM phonebook). All is the default value in list views and when an application is first launched. Use the Edit Folders menu item to: To copy a file to another folder 1. Open the file in detail view. In the folder menu, select the destination folder. Select Copy to in the main application menu; for example Music or Pictures. 2. Select the destination Folder from the list and tap Copy. • Rename a folder, or move a folder to or from the Memory Stick.
Find To send an item using Send as The Find function searches through all the items stored in an application. The standard Find dialog contains a single text edit box with two buttons, Find and Cancel. Selecting Find starts the search, while Cancel closes the Find dialog. 1. Enter the Send as menu in the specific application. In some applications, for example Messages, Find may be more advanced: • The size of each message is so large that you may want to restrict the search to the current message only.
To handle items received in email and multimedia messages Methods for storing data 1. Tap the notification icon , or open Messages and select MMS or an email inbox. Your P910i can store data in different ways: 2. Open the message. 3. Select the attachments tab. 4. Select the required attachment. The attachment or a summary of the attachment will be displayed. 5. Select Save to save the item. You may optionally display the received item within the related application.
Settings • abc – lowercase entry For settings that are application-specific, tap Edit > Preferences in the application menu bar. For generic settings, use Control panel. When you are editing text you can: Entering text with the flip closed • Press mode. With the flip closed, you use the keypad keys to enter text, for example, when writing a text message.
2. For example, if you want to write the word ‘Jane’, press . During text entry, a suggestion list with word candidates are presented. The most frequently used word is highlighted. 3. If the word is the word you want: – Press or to accept and add a space. • My words, to view the user dictionary. • Language, to change language. • Show suggestion list / Hide suggestion list, to switch the candidates window on and off.
On-screen keyboard When you need to edit text, tap the keyboard icon in the status bar and then select characters. Tap Done when ready. Handwriting recognition Calendar Chat Edit Edit Unfiled Weekly meeting Type Appointment Description > Setup to change Tap language for the keyboard. At the bottom left of the keyboard you can choose between three keyboard layouts with different character sets. Done The agenda for...
Letters Lowercase letters are written below the arrow and uppercase letters in line with the arrow. a b c d e f g h i j k l m 2 2 1 2 1 1 1 2 2 1 n o p q r s t 2 u v w x 1 y z Accented letters Write the character as described above, then write the accent above the arrow. Other such characters, for example, ö and ü, follow the same principle. . , ? ! & @ 1 ' " 2 Note Start each stroke at the dotted end. 1 2 Note Start each stroke at the dotted end. Numbers Numbers are written above the arrow.
Extended characters To write symbols and characters that are not shown in these tables, please consult the Extended characters section of the Handwriting recognition help topic in your phone. Press the space key to enter a character space to the right of the cursor. Press and hold the space key to move the cursor forward by inserting 6 space characters at a time. Note When typing, press the keys one after another. Not, for example, and E simultaneously.
Inserting symbols There are a number of ways to insert symbols with the P910i keyboard. • Press the or keys to show additional symbols in the pre-edit box in the title area. • Use the to access the colored symbols on the keys. • Holding down the key for a short time will generate the symbol selector table. To select a symbol use the Jog Dial by first scrolling through the rows, and select the row by pressing the Jog Dial inwards.
SIM card will be disabled and you need to contact your network operator. You cannot change the PUK code. PIN2 Some functions on the SIM card can be protected by a secondary code feature. Some SIM cards do not have a PIN2 lock. The PIN2 lock cannot be deactivated. The code can be changed by a user who knows the old code. Device lock The device lock protects your P910i and the data in it against unauthorized use. If the device lock is set to When SIM changed, it means that the P910i is not normally locked.
Change code with the flip removed. When this setting is active, the screen will automatically become locked after a period of inactivity. To change a code 1. Select Control panel > Device > Locks. 2. Select Change Codes. 3. Select the code you want to change. 4. First enter the old code, then the new one. (To ensure that you have typed the new code correctly you have to enter it twice.) Automatic keylock To activate or change the screen lock 1. Select > Settings > Screen > Automatic input lock. 2.
Phone The Phone application is easy for the beginner, yet powerful for the advanced user. It can be used together with the other functions of the P910i, including applications from developers outside Sony Ericsson. • Flight mode which enables the P910i to be used as a PDA in situations where radio transmitters may not be used. The GSM and Bluetooth transmitters (and receivers) are switched off.
• Press to delete a typed character. Press and hold delete all characters. • Press and hold to to insert the international call prefix +. To make a call using Contacts 1. Select on the standby screen. 2. Press the Jog Dial or . • Press and select Hide my number when you have entered the phone number, if you do not want to show your phone number to the party you are calling. Select Show my number, if you want to show it. 3. Scroll the list by rotating the Jog Dial and select a contact.
• Press and hold any of the keys from to to open your Contact list. Press again to reach the next letter. Additional key presses will add letters to your search. wireless technology headset. Magic word cannot be used together with a Bluetooth wireless technology headset. Read more about this in ‘Voice control’ on page 53. To make an emergency call Enter the emergency number on the keypad and press the Jog Dial. • Press any digit followed by in the SIM phonebook.
• 2 Send Busy – Reject the call. The calling party will hear a busy tone and the call will be logged as a rejected call. • Transfer sound – Transfer the call to a Bluetooth wireless technology headset. • 3 Mute – Silence the ring signal. The calling party will not notice that you have silenced the call. The call will be logged as a missed call. • Turn On/Off tones – You can send DTMF tones with the keypad, ‘Controlling tone-based services’ on page 49.
2. Tap on the button bar. To make a call using the Call list 3. Enter the numbers with the virtual keypad and tap keypad, or press the Jog Dial inwards. on the To delete a typed character - tap . If you do not want to show your phone number to the party you are calling, select Phone > Hide my number after you have entered the digits. Select Show my number, if you want to show it. If a call is not successfully connected, the P910i can be set to automatically retry to connect the call.
picture, it will also be shown in a small or large version. See ‘Incoming call picture’ on page 53. To handle an incoming call Use the screen buttons to select what to do. • Answer – Answer the call. • Send Busy – Reject the call. The calling party will hear a busy tone and the call will be logged as a rejected call. • Mute – Silence the ring signal. The calling party will not notice that you have silenced the call. The call will be logged as a missed call. • Add to contacts – Create a new Contacts entry.
When an active call is finished, you are asked to retrieve the held call. If you do not respond within a few seconds, the held call will also be finished. With the flip open, choose options by tapping the screen buttons, by tapping the field with the other party’s details, or selecting from the menus. To make and handle a new call during a call Press to get a list of call handling options with the flip Phone Edit Chat Edit closed.
To add a new conference party To view the Call list with the flip closed: 1. During a conference call, tap New call and make a new call. 1. Press 2. Select Add to conference. 2. Select Call list. To manage a conference call Use the screen buttons: or • End conference – End the conference for all parties. 2. Press and select which calls in the list you want to display. The currently selected view is not shown as an option.
Hints and smart functions Speakerphone If you open the flip during a call, the speakerphone function is activated and the volume will increase. This lets you continue the conversation while using other functions of the P910i. Close the flip or tap to switch off the speakerphone. Note The speakerphone does not work while the phone is in silent mode. Warning! The volume may be uncomfortably loud at the higher volume levels if the phone is close to your ear. Exposure to excessive volume may damage hearing.
Flight mode Note The phone and other communication functions must never be used in an aircraft unless otherwise instructed by the aircraft personnel. If the use of equipment without a radio transmitter is permitted, you can turn on the flight mode on the product. Doing so turns off the radio function. In flight mode the radio function is turned off so that it does not disturb sensitive equipment, for instance in an airplane or in a hospital.
number, you have the possibility to, for example, call the number or send an SMS to it. Your P910i also recognizes email addresses and URLs. If you select an email address you have almost the same possibilities as for the phone number. If you select an URL, your have the possibility to start the Internet browser which opens the corresponding Internet page. • Write digit sequences into a Contact entry for the service. Each digit sequence to be sent as tones must begin with p.
Support for ALS Alternate line service (ALS) allows you to have two lines, and two phone numbers, in one subscription. If you are not subscribed to ALS, these dialogs and settings are hidden. Using ALS, you can select which line to use for outgoing calls. You can use the first line for any function, while the second line can be used for speech only. Incoming calls can be received at both lines at any time. The name of the line is shown and the ring signal defined for the line is used.
To report that you are busy, click (in standby mode) the PBX icon > Command to send a command to the PBX, such as In meeting until..., Course, or Business trip. The switchboard operator can then answer incoming callers that you are busy and when you will be back. All those commands that you used to dial to the corporate switch can now be replaced by a command button with clear text. When storing numbers in Contacts you should use the international number format, starting with +.
Preferences In this menu you can change the settings for the phone options. (Settings on your P910i that are system-wide and affect more than one application are made from the Control panel, see ‘Control panel’ on page 145). To set the phone preferences 1. In the Phone program select Edit > Preferences. magic word you can also press and hold the Jog Dial or press the handsfree set call button. Note Magic word is not supported with the Bluetooth headset/ car kit in the P910i.
2. Say the magic word, the answer command or the busy command after the tone. If you are recording a magic word, make sure that you choose a long unusual word, which can easily be distinguished from ordinary background speech. 3. Select Play to check the quality of your recording. 4. Select Done to exit. You are advised to record voice commands in a quiet environment to maximize recognition.You also have to select the voice commands carefully, so it does not activate by mistake from environment sounds.
The settings are stored in the network. Tap Refresh to receive the current settings. Tip Normally the data/fax options should not be changed. Accept calls You can specify who should be able to call you. All other callers will be rejected. Your options are: – All callers – Everybody can phone you. – Listed callers only – Only people on the Accept callers list can phone you. – Contacts – Only people in your Contacts address book can phone you.
Voicemail For easy voicemail access, enter the number of your voicemail box. With the flip closed, press and hold to call this number. With the flip open, select Phone > Call voicemail. Note It is possible to include DTMF tones in the number. Insert a p before the tones. Calling cards Calling cards are used together with some phone services, which means that calls are set up via a calling card server. These settings specify how P910i handles calling cards.
Corporate phone services You set up corporate phone services by importing a .pbx type settings file from your corporate IT-manager. This file can be received via email, stored on the Memory Stick or downloaded from Internet. GPRS Alert Note Make sure the file is authentic before you import it. TTY Accessory To set up corporate phone services Select the check box when you want to use the P910i together with a TTY accessory.
Not all networks provide charging information to the phone during a call. If your network provides this service and your subscription is for Advice of Charge Charging, you cannot make or receive any chargeable calls if you are roaming in a network that does not provide charging information. ALS settings (subscription dependent) Use Alternate Line Service to make calls on two lines with separate phone numbers. Some of the phone settings are used on a per line basis.
MEDIA CommuniCorder With the built-in CommuniCorder camera you can record video clips and take pictures, view them on your phone screen and send them directly to friends or colleagues via multimedia messaging. You can also send the video clips and pictures you have saved in your P910i via messaging, infrared communication or Bluetooth wireless technology to, for example, a PC. It is also possible to exchange video clips and pictures between the P910i and the Web.
You can also press the Jog Dial, or, when the flip is open, tap the capture button at the bottom of the screen to record a video clip. By default the video clips you record are stored internally in the Unfiled folder. Tap the folder menu to the right in the menu bar to change the storage location to another location, for example, on a Memory Stick. See ‘Folders’ on page 28 for more information on using folders.
Video status Above the viewfinder, you will find the video status. Icons show whether the CommuniCorder is ready or busy, video quality, and audio quality. A number indicates how much time you have left. The calculation is based on the current settings plus available space on the storage location you have selected (internal or the Memory Stick). a Memory Stick. See ‘Folders’ on page 28 for more information on using folders.
Delay timer CommuniCorder has a delay timer with a delay of 1-25 seconds. The delay time is the time between the moment you activate the shutter release and the moment when the picture is taken. To set the delay time and the picture freeze time 1. Tap CommuniCorder > Preferences. 2. Tap and set the desired delay time. In this dialog box you can also set the picture freeze time. This specifies the time the picture stays unchanged in the screen after you have taken it. To take a picture with delay timer 1.
Camera settings You may want to change some of these settings if, for example you are taking a picture in daylight or in dark surroundings. You can also choose what resolution, size and quality, you want for the pictures you take. Note Depending on which mode you are using, some settings may be fixed (and not user adjustable). The icons in the upper right corner of the main view reflect the quality and size settings of the pictures and video clips and also the sound quality of video clips.
Pictures and Image editor In Pictures you can manage all pictures saved in your P910i. The pictures can be taken using the CommuniCorder or received via Messages, Bluetooth wireless technology or infrared communication. They can also be downloaded via the browser or transferred from your PC via a cable. Your P910i supports JPEG, GIF, MBM, PNG, WBMP and BMP picture formats. In the Image editor you can perform basic editing of JPEG pictures.
To rename a picture 1. Select Pictures > Rename picture. Pictures Chat Edit Edit Photos Zooming pictures, widescreen and full screen 2. Enter a picture name > Done. From the detail view of the picture you can: Note Two or more pictures cannot have the same name. • Tap At the bottom of the screen you can see the picture information, for example, the size of the picture and the date the picture was taken. and to zoom in and out.
To copy, delete or move multiple pictures Editing pictures • In the thumbnail and list views, select the check boxes beside the picture names. Then select Pictures > the command you want. Editing is controlled from the toolbar below the picture. Tapping the tool icons will bring up a palette with choices: • To copy and delete pictures you can also use the Storage Manager found in the Control panel. For more information, refer to ‘Folders’ on page 28.
• You can return to the text editor by tapping on the text item. To zoom in and out This is not available in all formats. • Tap Note As soon as you tap outside the text item, the text is merged with the picture and cannot be edited or moved. to zoom in. • Tap and drag the zoomed picture to view specific details in the picture. To crop a picture • Tap 1. Tap and select the cropping tool . A frame with 8 handles is placed around the picture. to zoom out.
Video You can play video content that is recorded with the CommuniCorder, stored in your P910i or streamed. You can also play audio-only material which is encapsulated within an MPEG file or streamed. You can download video clips from an Internet site or transfer from a PC via a cable, or from a Memory Stick. You can also exchange video clips with other phones or PCs via infrared communication, Bluetooth wireless technology or multimedia messaging.
To copy, delete or move multiple video clips • In the list view, select the video clips you want to delete, move or copy, by selecting the check boxes beside the picture names. Then select Video > the command you want. • To delete you can also use the Storage manager found in the Control panel. For more information, refer to ‘Folders’ on page 28. To sort the video clips Select Edit and choose how you want to sort the video clips in the current folder.
To delete a video clip 1. Select the video clip you want to delete. 2. Select Video > Delete clips. Saving video clips When you play video clips that you have received via email or multimedia messaging, or that you have downloaded to your P910i from the Web, the viewer detail view is automatically launched. From the viewer detail view you can then save the video clip to your P910i. Streaming Streaming is a data transfer method making multimedia available in real-time.
How to connect to a streaming service Preferences • If you know the URL of the streaming service: When you view a video clip in full screen mode, you can select the orientation of the picture 1. Select Video > Open location. 2. Enter the URL of the streaming service, or select a service from the drop-down list. 3. Tap Done. • If you do not know the URL of the streaming service: 1. Open Internet and browse to the site where the service is. 2. Select the item you want to play, for example a video.
3. Select Clear Cache > Done. When you view a video clip from a Web site, you may have to set the proxy settings. To change the proxy settings 1. Select Edit > Preferences. 2. Select the Proxy tab. • If the proxy settings set in the control panel are to be used, tap Automatic configuration. • If the manual settings are to be used, enter the relevant information.
Music player Your P910i has mobile music in the form of a stereo music player. With the music player you can listen to single music tracks or entire folders with tracks. You can download tracks to your P910i from a PC, the Internet or Memory Stick, and create different folders with tracks. Your P910i supports a number of different sound files, including the popular MP3 format. See ‘Technical data’ on page 195 for more information on supported file types.
Track-folder view This view is intended for playing entire folders with MP3 files. In the track-folder Play, view you can Pause, and Stop the playback of the current folder, and see the duration of the track. Selecting a track and tapping will play the selected track and all the following tracks in the folder. Use the slider to move forwards and backwards in the track. Select Music > Manage tracks to move to the file list view.
Detail view To delete a track from the P910i The detail view is intended for managing one file at a time. Tap a file name to open the detail view. You can also play and pause the file by tapping and . 1. Select Music > Delete track. In the detail view you can move tracks between your different folders using the folder function, or rename or delete them.
Preferences You can choose if you want all types of sound files to be displayed in the file list view, or if you want to display only a certain type of sound file. To select sound file types 1. Select Edit > Preferences from the file list view. 2. Check the boxes next to the sound files you want to include in the track folders and tap Done. Saving sound files When you receive sound files in other applications, such as email and multimedia messages, you activate the viewer in your P910i.
Internet You use Internet, the P910i browser, to: • Connect to the Internet to view and access Web and WAP pages. • Receive and view Push messages from your WAP service provider. • Download Java applications, images and audio. The browser can open Web pages that use Java script or frames, but functions that use Java script in the Web page will not work properly. You can save bookmarks to viewed pages, to be able to access them easily. You can also save pages in the P910i for off-line viewing.
Using the browser view The P910i can display the Internet page in normal view or full screen view. Use the Internet button to change between the views. In full screen view, press the Jog Dial forwards to display a menu with the most frequently used commands. Browser view options • – Open page – Enter the URL, or select from the drop-down list. – Add to bookmarks – Enter the name of the bookmark and select the folder to save it in.
– – – – – – • Paste – Paste the copied text into the selected field. Full screen – Expand the browser view. Narrow layout – Adjust web page to screen width. Zoom – Select zoom level: Small, Medium or Large. Preferences – Set the preferences of the browser. Help – View help on Internet. Internet button – Full screen – When you have opened an Internet page, press the Internet button to display the page in full screen. – Normal browser view – Press the Internet button again to go back.
• • Not loaded picture (with or without link) To navigate through recently opened pages – Load image – Load the picture. 1. Select to move back to previously viewed pages. Voice call link 2. Select to move forwards again. – – – – • Call – Place a call according to the link. New SMS – Send an SMS message according to the link. – Send an MMS message according to the link. New contact – Create a contact with the link information.
User authentication request Whenever a user authentication is requested, you have the possibility to either select a certificate and confirm the user authentication, to select to continue anonymously or to cancel the connection. To view information on the open page 1. Select Internet > Page information. 2. Select the Content tab to view the page information. 3. Select the Connection tab to view information on the connection.
Bookmark view options • Internet menu – Open page – Enter the URL, or select from the drop-down list. – New bookmark – Enter the URL, the name of the bookmark and select the folder to save it in. – Delete – Delete the selected bookmark. • Edit menu – Edit – Edit the selected bookmark. – Sort by date / name – Sort the entries. (Available for Push messages and Signed documents only.) – Zoom – Select zoom level: Small, Medium or Large. – Preferences – Set the preferences of the browser.
Preferences The browser is initially set up to work, but you have to set up your own account. A simple way of setting up an Internet account is to use the Web phone setup-message generator on www.SonyEricsson.com. See also ‘Internet accounts’ on page 153 for more information. The easiest way to set up Internet and WAP accounts is to ask your Internet service provider to send you an auto setup message containing the required setup information. The accounts will then be set up automatically on your P910i.
Advanced settings – Select if you want to be able to receive messages from your WAP service provider. – Select if you want to automatically open the URL in WAP Push messages. – Select if you want to remove out-of-date messages automatically. – Select a sound that notifies you when a Push message arrives. – Set the size of the cache memory. The cache is the part of the memory where viewed pages are stored. Stored pages will load faster when you visit them again.
Games There are two pre-installed games in your P910i. Traditional Chess and the card game Solitaire. More games are available on the Multimedia for P910i CD in your original P910i box. You can also install games from other developers, see ‘Installing applications’ on page 130. – Played – Select if you want to play locally against your P910i or against another P910i user. 3. Tap Play to start the game. To play Chess Chess 1. Select the piece you want to move.
Points are awarded for playing pile cards and bonus points are awarded for unbroken, ascending or descending runs of four or more rank cards. When you cannot play any more cards and cards still remain in the piles, the game is over. If all the pile cards are removed, bonus points are awarded and the hand is won. You are then challenged to play a Higher/Lower game to acquire more bonus points. After the challenge, the game continues and a new hand is dealt with one less Joker.
BUSINESS Messages With Messages you can create, send, and receive different types of messages: SMS (Short Message Service) messages are text messages sent and received via the network operator's message center. When a text message has pictures, sounds, melodies and animations inserted, it becomes an EMS (Enhanced Message Service). MMS (Multimedia Message Service) messages. A multimedia message can contain text, graphics, animations, photographic images, audio clips and ring melodies. Email messages.
A simple way of setting up an Internet, email, or MMS account is to ask your service provider to send you a message that contains the required information to create an account automatically on your P910i. You can also use the Web phone setup-message generator on www.SonyEricsson.com. Received auto-setup messages are stored in the Auto setup inbox. See ‘Getting started with Internet and Messages’ on page 169. To save an email message to Outbox 1. After composing your message, select Send. 2.
Local folders command to download messages from the folders you have subscribed to. To create a new folder 1. From the folder menu, select Edit folders. 2. Tap Add. The accounts in Messages 3. Name the folder. When you open Messages, a list of your accounts appears. 4. Tap Done. The top items in the list, Create SMS, and Create MMS, are shortcuts for directly creating new messages.
If you leave the message before sending, it will automatically be stored in the Draft folder (unless you edit a message which was already located in Outbox). Tip To enter several addresses manually (without using Contacts) in a text message, multimedia message or in an email: enter a comma between each address. • Tap to insert a sound. The sounds last used appear. – Tap More to get more sounds to use. • Tap • Tap a a to write bold text. to change the size of the text you write.
presentation. A typical page will consist of a picture, some text and sound. Refer to Technical data, section ‘MMS’ on page 197 for supported file types that you can add. You can take a picture with the CommuniCorder and send it as a multimedia message using the Send as command from Pictures. Multimedia messages can be sent to a mobile phone or an email account. How a recipient receives an MMS you send depends on your MMS service and how the receiving phone complies to MMS specifications.
To create a new multimedia message 1. In Messages select Create MMS. (You can also select MMS > Message > New. or open an existing message and select Message > New ). 2. From the Select template dialog, tap the name of the template you want and tap Select. The Blank template will open a blank message. 3. The first page of the new message is now displayed. Select an item from the menu that appears. Tap to open the menu if it does not open automatically.
• Hide number – Prevent your phone number from being displayed in the recipient’s phone. (Subscription dependent). • Read report – Request a receipt when the recipient has opened your message. • Delivery report – Request a receipt when the message has been delivered to the recipient’s phone. Editing multimedia messages Here you can see the first page with an inserted picture.
To set the download method for receiving multimedia messages, manual or automatic To enter addresses from Contacts when writing an email • In Control panel, select Connections > Messaging accounts > MMS > Automatic. 2. In the Select contact dialog select the check box for each entry you want to send the email to. – Off means that only headers will be downloaded and can be viewed. – Home only means the same as for On below, but is only valid in your home country.
To move an email message from Outbox to Draft In your list of Outbox messages, tap to the left of the email (a tick appears), and select Message > Move to draft. If you leave the message before sending, it will automatically be stored in the Draft folder (unless it was created from Outbox). Video, Tasks, Viewer, Jotter, Internet, Calendar, Contacts, Pictures. Sound recorder, and To attach a Calendar entry to an email message 1. Open the entry in Calendar and select Calendar > Send As. 2.
Receiving attachments Any attachments to an email message are displayed on the tab. The icon next to an attachment in the list identifies the type of attachment. To specify a size limit for email, above which you only receive a header To view an attachment you need a viewer for that type of file.Your P910i comes with pre-installed viewers for Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat (PDF) files. 2. Select Inbox. 1.
3. Select Yes. The message body and attachments are deleted but the heading remains. You can download the message again later. To delete a message both locally and in your email server 1. In your list of messages, select the check box to the left of the message header. 2. Select Message > Delete message. 3. Select Yes. The message is deleted in your P910i and in your email server and will no longer be visible in your message list.
More about messaging Finding messages In both the list of accounts and list of messages, Find searches through the subject lines, senders’ details, the text of the message, and dates. In an open message, Find searches through the text of the message and highlights the text it finds. You can only search through email messages that have been fully downloaded. Get and send To get and send messages for one specific account 1. Select Messages. 2. Select the desired account (MMS or email for example). 3.
and to play received MMS in full screen by default, see “MMS Advanced settings tabs” on page 161. 3. The dialog Do you want to disconnect from Internet?, Yes/No appears. 4. Select Yes. Saving contact details When you receive a message, you can save the contact details of the person who sent you the message. If your service provider or network is unavailable To save the sender’s details On the message’s address tab, select From.
Area information Area information messages are text messages that are sent to all subscribers in a certain network area, for example, a local traffic report. When you receive an area information message, the message automatically appears on the screen. When you dismiss the information, it will be stored in the Area info Inbox until it is replaced by a new message received on the same channel.
Contacts Contacts is like an address book, in which you can store names, phone numbers, email addresses and other useful information, including photos. The information stored in the SIM is also accessible. SIM entries can be copied to Contacts and Contacts entries can be copied to the SIM. Some SIM cards have Information numbers and Service numbers stored on the SIM card by the operator. These numbers are useful for service and information, and are accessible from the SIM within Contacts.
• Send as – Send the active contact using infrared or Bluetooth wireless technology. 3. Select a contact and press the Jog Dial or press the detail view for a contact. • Delete contact – Delete the active contact. To return to the list view, press • # Applications – Will access the application list view. Menu options in SIM . Note To make a call to a contact in the SIM, select SIM from the options menu.
To add a contact You can create a new contact using information from a recently received voice call or message. See also ‘Add to contacts’ on page 54. 1. Select Yes when asked to add to contacts. 2. Enter contact name and edit the number, if required. To delete a contact 1. Select the contact. 2. Select Delete contact from the options menu. • To restore a deleted contact, select Undo delete from the options menu. Using Contacts with the flip open Detail view Edit view The details for a contact.
– Select – Select – Select or the URL to open a Web page. to send a multimedia message. to send a text message. Using service and information numbers To call an Information number or Service number on the SIM card 1. Select SIM in the folders menu. 2. Select Contacts > Information numbers / Service numbers and select a phone number or select a sub-category and then a phone number. 3. Select Call. Creating and editing contacts You can sort the contacts according to first name, last name or company.
3. Tap the Record button and record a voice command after the tone. 1. Against Ring Tone, select Find sound from the drop-down menu. 4. Tap Play to check the quality of the recording. 2. If required, change folder. • To remove a voice command, select the Del button. 3. Select the required sound. 4. Tap To add a note to a contact 1. Select . 2. Enter the text. 3. If you do not want the note to be included when you send, beam, or synchronize the contact, select the Private check box.
To create or edit a contact on the SIM card To search for an entry containing specific text 1. Select SIM from the Folders menu. 1. Select Contacts > Find. 2. Create or edit the contact as described above. All options are, however, not available for the SIM card contacts. 2. Enter the text string you wish to search for. Managing contacts Note Searching is not case sensitive and you do not have to enter an entire word to locate a matching entry.
3. If the contact has multiple phone numbers, select the number to copy. 4. Select Done. Preferences Contacts tab Making an owner card To sort the contact list and show the preferred phone number You can create an electronic business card, containing your contact details, including notes and a photo. You can then send this card to another device. 2. Select the desired sorting option (first name, last name or company) and tap Done. To create your owner card 1.
Calendar The Calendar function helps you to keep track of appointments and events, and you can also set reminder alarms for the entries. A reminder is denoted by a . Creating calendar entries Different views 1. Select Calendar > New and enter a short description of the entry. This is the description you see in the calendar. You can see your Calendar entries in three views with the flip open: Day, Week and Month. With the flip closed you will see the Day view. 2.
– Private - Select the check box to prevent the item from being viewed by others than yourself if you synchronize your calendar with, for example, your PC. Managing calendar entries To find a certain entry 4. Select the note page tab to write a note for this entry. 1. Select Calendar > Find. 5. Select 2. Enter a search word in the menu that appears. to save and close the entry. You should delete old entries regularly to release memory. To create re-occurring entries 1.
To move a Calendar item to Tasks 1. Open the entry and select Calendar > Move to Tasks. 2. The entry is moved, not copied. If you move an entry with an alarm, the alarm will also sound in Tasks. To cut or copy Calendar entries to the Tasks application 1. Open the entry and select Edit > Cut entry or Copy entry. 2. Open Tasks. 3. Select Edit > Paste entry. Sending and receiving calendar entries You can send and receive calendar entries using Send as. See ‘Sending and receiving items’ on page 30.
Tasks With the Tasks function you can make a list of things you need to do. The folders help you to separate different types of activities. You can move entries between Tasks and the Calendar, which is useful when you come to schedule a Tasks entry. You can also send an entry via text message, infrared, Bluetooth wireless technology, multimedia message or email. Creating task entries The Tasks list shows a short description of the task. Select a task to see its full information.
Managing task entries To restore a deleted entry Select Edit > Undo delete. To open an existing entry Select the entry in the Tasks list. To delete all completed entries In your Tasks list, select Tasks > Delete completed. To mark an entry as completed Select the check box to the left of the entry in the Tasks list. Note When you delete All Completed Entries, they are deleted permanently and cannot be restored. To sort the entries Select Edit > Sort on priority or Sort on date.
Sending and receiving task entries You can send and receive task entries using Send as. See ‘Sending and receiving items’ on page 30. Preferences Select Edit > Preferences to change the settings. The following settings are available. – Display due dates – Select whether or not to display them in the Tasks list. – Display completed – Select whether or not to display them in the Tasks list. This will not delete the completed tasks.
Jotter The Jotter works as a notebook where you can write notes and draw pictures. The folders help you to separate different types of notes. To edit a note while working with it A Jotter entry consists of two pages. One text page and one drawing page. With the flip closed, you can read and edit your notes, but you cannot view or edit pictures. • For sketches, select Edit > Undo. This choice removes your last pen stroke. If you change your mind, select Edit > Redo.
Managing notes Edit a note with the flip closed 1. Select Applications >Jotter with the flip closed. 2. Use the Jog Dial to select a previous note in order to open it. To delete a note 3. Press 1. Select the note in the notes list. The note opens. . Select Edit. Insert your text using the keypad. 2. Select Jotter > Delete note. Drawing pictures You can draw with different nib widths and colors.
TOOLS Sound recorder In Sound recorder you can record and listen to your own sound recordings. You can also send your recordings to other devices via Bluetooth wireless technology, infrared communication, email or multimedia message, and use a sound recording as a ring signal. Each memo is identified by the date and time it was recorded and by its position in the list of sound recordings. 3. Select to finish the recording. Key functions Select... To... start recording a sound.
Using sound recordings as ring signals You can set a sound recording as a ring signal.Your sound recordings will appear in the list of sounds that can be selected as ring signals. They will take the form voicenote and a number, for example voicenote1470. To set a sound recording as a ring signal see ‘Sounds and alerts’ on page 147. Sending sound recordings You can send Sound recorder recordings via Bluetooth wireless technology, infrared communication, email or as a multimedia message.
Calculator The Calculator is a standard 12-digit calculator. You can add, subtract, multiply, divide, calculate square roots and percentages. It also has a memory function. Key functions mr Tap once to retrieve a value from the memory and enter it into the screen. Tap twice to clear the memory. m+ Tap once to store an entered value in the memory. If you have already entered a value in the memory, tap once to add the value on the screen to the value in the memory.
Time The time and date are always displayed on the flip closed standby screen. You can customize the display of times and dates throughout your P910i. You can set your current location and another location of your choice. It is also possible to set three different alarms. Use the am/pm box to switch between am and pm. (This is only possible if you use the 12-hour time format.) Confirm by tapping outside the time picker. 6. Select Done. Format Setting time and date To set the current time and date > . 1.
Specifying workdays You can specify what days you work, if, for example, you want to set an alarm that sounds only on workdays. You can also specify the first day of your week to customize the display of both Week and Month views in Calendar. To specify your workdays 1. Select > . To set the locations 1. Select > . 2. Tap Time > Set location. 3. Tap the Current Country/Region box and select the country/ region you are in at that moment. 4.
4. Choose separators and symbol positions from the drop-down lists. You can tap the keyboard icon to find currency symbols. 2. Select one of the alarm slots. 5. Tap Done. 4. Select When and choose how often you want the alarm to go off: – Once The alarm will go off once only, at a time more than 24 hours from now but within the next eight days. – Next 24 hours Within the next 24 hours. – Daily Every day at the specified time. – Workdays Every workday at the specified time.
Viewers and editors – Quickoffice With Quickword™ and Quicksheet™ you can view and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents. With Pdf+ you can view Adobe™ Acrobat™ (PDF) documents. When the flip is open there are two views: Common viewer and editor functions List view An alphabetical list of files, for selecting a file to view. To open a document from an email or Internet page Select the document link. The document viewer opens the document in the detail view.
Quickword Quicksheet To save and copy the document to a special folder To save and copy the document to a special folder 1. In the list view, select Quickword > Copy to. 1. In the list view, select Quicksheet > Copy to. 2. Select where to save the document, and select Copy. 2. Select where to save the document, and select Copy. To edit a document In the detail view, from the toolbar at the bottom of the screen, select the edit icon .
Pdf+ To save and copy a received document 1. In the detail view, from the toolbar at the bottom of the screen, select the save icon . 2. Name the document, select where to save it, and select Save. To move a document In the detail view, from the folder menu, select a new folder. To view a document Control the viewing from the toolbar at the bottom of the screen: Bookmarks view. Select a heading to go to the corresponding page.
File manager With the File manager you can view, rename, copy, move, and delete files and folders on the P910i. You can also add folders, send files and rename and format the Memory Stick. Initially, the root view is shown, with the sub folders: • Audio, where all audio files are stored. • Document, where different document files are stored. • Image, where all images, pictures as well as drawings, are stored. • Other, where all files not applicable for the other folders are stored.
To delete one or more folders or files Note Only empty folders can be deleted. 1. Select the folders or files to delete. 2. Select File > Delete. 3. Tap Delete. To change properties for one or more folders or files 1. Select the folders or files to change. 2. Select File > Properties. 3. Change the properties, as required. 4. Tap Done.
Online services i Online services is a customized service offered by a network operator. This function is network- or subscription-dependent. Online services provides a mechanism that allows applications that exist on the SIM to interact and operate with the P910i. It may provide services ranging from weather forecasts to the latest information from the stock market. Online service are placed on your SIM card by your operator.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS PC Suite and multimedia for P910i Sony Ericsson PC Suite Installation of the Sony Ericsson PC Suite The Sony Ericsson PC Suite CD delivered with your P910i contains a set of useful applications: The Sony Ericsson PC Suite programs can be used with Windows ME, 98, 2000 and XP. • Synchronization – Synchronization of Calendar, Notes, Contacts and Tasks against Microsoft Outlook, Lotus Notes and Lotus Organizer. When inserting the CD in the PC, a start menu is automatically shown.
Multimedia for P910i The Multimedia for P910i CD contains a number of applications and files to be installed in, or downloaded to, your P910i and used together with its applications. • Games. • Audio files. • Pictures. • Video clips. • MMS templates. • MMS editor • Image editor • Themes editor. Opening the Multimedia CD for P910i When you insert the CD in the PC, a start menu opens automatically. Select an item from the menu and follow the instructions on the PC screen.
Installing applications It is possible to install new applications in your P910i. These applications can be obtained in several ways, for example: • from the Internet. • from a CD. Applications which are not approved by Sony Ericsson are not guaranteed to work correctly or securely, and users install them at their own risk. Product failures caused by applications not approved or made for Sony Ericsson will not be covered by your warranty. • from a Memory Stick. • as an email attachment.
SIS file and that the content has not been modified after it was created. If the SIS file does not contain a digital signature you will be given a warning about the problem but you can still decide to proceed with the installation at your own risk. In general, it is recommended that you install only from SIS files where the vendor identity and file integrity can be verified. Note Installation of uncertified applications may cause your system to crash and all your data will then be lost.
5. Now, depending on the software, you may be prompted to replace a previous installation, select language, memory location and select other installation options. 6. Installation is complete. Select Done. Removing applications from your P910i It is sometimes necessary to remove installed applications and user data to free up memory. Removing applications in the P910i 1. Select . 2. From the menu, select Applications > Uninstall. 3. Select the application to be uninstalled. 4. Select Uninstall. 5.
Connecting to other devices Your P910i can be connected to other devices with similar interfaces such as PCs, other P910is and handheld computers. The connection can be made via: • Bluetooth wireless technology (not together with Windows 98) PC connectivity software Your P910i is delivered with a CD, Sony Ericsson PC Suite. This software must be installed in the PC you want to connect to. See ‘Installing applications’ on page 130 for more information.
• Backup and restore. To activate the infrared port on the PC Set the P910i in Modem mode when using 1. Right click • P910i as a modem. • Dial-up network wizard. You should disable the USB cable connection in these two cases. In your PC select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Phone Monitor Options > COM Ports and disable the COM port to which the cable is connected.
while communicating. However, items between transmitting and receiving devices might weaken the signal. Connection to another device can be made within a range of up to 10 meters. Obstructions between the transmitting devices will have an effect on the performance. For all tasks, except beaming, it is necessary that you first set up a permanent and trusted relationship between your P910i and the other device. This process is called pairing (other documentation may refer to it as bonding).
To let another device initiate pairing with your P910i 1. In Control panel > Connections > Bluetooth > Settings, set Bluetooth to On. 2. Follow the other device’s manual to initiate pairing. 3. When asked for a passcode, enter the same on both devices. 4.
Send and receive You can send items via Bluetooth wireless technology in any application if there is a Send as command. To send, select Bluetooth. If you receive an item via Bluetooth wireless technology, a dialog box appears with three options: Delete, View or Done. Delete deletes the item; View opens the associated application which shows the item; Done saves it in the Beamed folder in Messages. Bluetooth share You can make it possible for other users to transfer items from your P910i.
Synchronization and backup With Sony Ericsson PC Suite installed in your PC, your P910i can synchronize with the following PC applications, also called Personal Information Managers (PIMs): Local synchronization Bluetooth • Lotus® Organizer® 5 & 6, 6.5 • Lotus Notes® 5.0, 6 • Microsoft Outlook 98, 2000, 2002, 2003 Irda • Microsoft Windows Address Book Synchronization is divided into local and remote.
To make the synchronization settings In the PC, click on in the status area to the right in the taskbar on the PC and select Sync Station Settings. A dialog appears where you can make the synchronization settings. Click Help in the dialog to get more information about the settings. Making a local synchronization To make an automatic synchronization 3. After a short time, the PC application you want to synchronize with might ask you to allow the P910i access to it.
Synchronization services may be offered by mobile operators, third-party service providers and as added capability to corporate PIM applications. 3. Fill in the Task name or leave default. Contacts, Calendar, and Tasks can be synchronized remotely. 5. The item you selected to be synchronized is now above the divider in the list. (Disabled items are below the divider.) Remote synchronization settings 6. Repeat for other items.
Preconditions To restore a backup The Sony Ericsson PC Suite must be installed in the PC and the P910i must be connected to the PC via cable. 1. Turn on your P910i and connect it to the PC via cable. Note Backup and restore does not work via infrared or Bluetooth wireless technology. Performing a backup To make a backup 1. Turn on your P910i and connect it to the PC via cable. 2. In the PC, click on and restore. on the PC taskbar and select Back up 3. Select your P910i in the menu that appears.
SETTINGS Personalizing your P910i There are a number of ways you can give your P910i a personal touch and change its settings to suit your requirements. Themes Themes control the color of screen and text, the icons, and the background picture, the wallpaper. Sound themes control the notification alerts. Four themes are pre-loaded in the P910i. Extra themes can be found on the Multimedia for P910i CD where you also can use the themes editor to modify the themes or create new.
Setting a screen saver You can set a screen saver picture to be displayed after a period of inactivity. See ‘Display’ on page 145. Keylock and device lock may be used in combination with the screen saver. When you press a key or touch the screen, you will be prompted to activate keys and/or enter the device lock code. The images can be JPEG, GIF (including animated), BMP, WBMP, MBM or PNG format. Image format for the screen saver is 208 x 320 pixels. Note Using animated GIF uses more power.
You can add as many ring signals as desired, subject only to available storage space. Tasks Set a sound for reminder alarms. See ‘Preferences’ on page 113. Tip Sound Recorder recordings are listed as voicenote and a number, for example voicenote1470. Messages Set a different sound for each type of message as notification of a new message: See ‘Sounds and alerts’ on page 147. A ring signal may be selected for an entry in Contacts, so that the caller can be identified by the ring signal that is played.
Control panel The Control Panel is the location for all the main settings on your P910i that are system-wide and affect more than one application. This is the main place to go to initially set up your P910i, and to change settings at any point thereafter. To access Applications > Control panel.
Wallpaper tab You can set a picture to be the background, wallpaper, for the standby screen. 1. Select if the flip closed or flip open wallpaper should be changed. 2. Tap the image showing the current picture. 3. Browse to see picture files available on your P910i. 4. Select a picture and tap Select. Read more about background in ‘Personalizing your P910i’ on page 142. Screen tab screen ensures that the correct item is activated. Tap Calibrate screen and follow the instructions.
Flight mode On the Location tab In flight mode the radio function is turned off. You cannot make and receive calls but most of the other functions in the P910i are available. • Set Current country/region and Current city to your current location. Use these settings to turn the flight mode on or off and also to activate the Power menu. When activated, the Power menu will ask you if you want to start the P910i in normal mode or flight mode each time you turn on the P910i.
You can choose to use any sound recording or audio file. You can select ring signals that are stored on your local storage or on a Memory Stick. If the selected file is later deleted or moved, the Default Melody will be played instead. Note To set vibrating alert, silent mode, speakerphone or mute the microphone, tap the volume icon on the status bar. Note If you use an audio file as a ring tone, alarm or notification signal, it will be played using the Multimedia volume setting.
• MMS – Select an alert for received MMS messages. • Area info – Select an alert for received area information messages. Use the settings on the Primary, Alternative and Flip Closed tabs to set methods for entering text in your P910i. Primary The method that you select here is activated automatically when you need to enter text into your P910i. Other tab Alternative The method that you select here is activated if you tap at the bottom of the screen.
Time & date Adjusting the time and date here sets these throughout your P910i. The dialog has three tabs. You can set: 2. Select the am/pm box. This is only possible if you use the 12-hour time format. 3. Confirm by tapping outside the time picker. If the locations you have set under Control panel > in a country/region that currently has summertime (daylight saving time), you can adjust the time and date. International are Time & date The current time and date.
Workdays tab You can specify what days you work, if, for example, you want to set an alarm that sounds only on workdays. You can also specify the first day of your week to customize the display of both Week and Month views in Calendar. User greeting Your P910i can show a user greeting on the standby screen when you turn it on. Use this dialog to turn this function on or off. You can define your own user greeting text (up to 32 characters).
Security On the Settings tab you can set the Bluetooth security related settings of your P910i. Bluetooth on All Bluetooth wireless technology functionality from your P910i works. Visibility according to the Visible to other devices setting. Set Bluetooth to Off if you do not use Bluetooth, it will decrease battery drain.
• Preferred list – Show the networks that your P910i will search for when you are outside your home network. P910i automatically uses to access the Internet. You need to set up an Internet account before you can: Note Your operator may not allow you to access all available networks. • Access Web pages and download multimedia messages. To add a network to the preferred list 1. Tap Add network. 2. Select a network from the displayed list. 3. Select a position in the Preferred list and tap Done.
Accounts tab New The Internet accounts dialog lists all the Internet accounts that have been set up on your P910i. For some accounts you may need to make advanced settings, provided by your ISP. Select Advanced and enter settings on the tabs as described below You can add a New account to the list and Edit or Delete an existing account. If you want to select an Internet account every time you connect to the Internet, select the Show connection dialog check box.
GPRS Advanced tabs Log in The settings on this tab deal with IP and DNS addresses. The DNS address uniquely identifies your Internet Service Provider (ISP)'s computers, which your P910i uses to connect to the Internet. Your P910i can normally fetch these addresses automatically from most ISPs. If, after setting up an Internet account, you cannot connect to the Internet and you suspect these addresses are incorrect, ask your ISP for their primary and secondary DNS addresses.
Tip To avoid having to change the phone number when you travel abroad: enter the international dialing prefix (for example '+') and the appropriate country code for your ISP. Dial-Up and High-Speed Dial-Up Advanced tabs Select the check box Post connect terminal if: • The login script of the account that you are setting up requires that you input certain information or you will need to respond to prompts from the Internet accounts.
To edit an Internet account 1. On the Accounts tab, select the account in the list. 2. Select Edit. 3. Change your settings as desired. 4. Select Done. Note If you change the Connection type, all account data for that account will be deleted. To delete an Internet account 1. On the Accounts tab, select the account in the list. 2. Select Delete. not receive incoming calls. As soon as the transfer stops (Icon: ) incoming calls will be accepted.
The Messaging accounts dialog has four tabs, one for each type of messaging account: Email You can have any number of email accounts. To receive and send email, you must first set up an Internet account (if one is not already set up). See ‘Internet accounts’ on page 153. SMS You can only have one SMS (Short Message Service) account.The settings on this tab also apply to EMS (Extended Message Service) messages. MMS You can only have one MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service) account.
Email account Inbox tab settings Email account Outbox tab settings Username Password Incoming server address Your Internet Service Provider (ISP) supplies you with your username, your password, and its incoming server address, which identifies the computer where your incoming email messages are stored. Outgoing server address Your Internet Service Provider (ISP) supplies you with its Outgoing server address, which identifies the computer through which your outgoing email messages are sent.
Email account Advanced tab settings SMS tab Incoming mail port Normally 110. Do not change unless your ISP instructs you to. Use these settings to set up text messaging and EMS messaging: Secure password authentication A secure connection means that all information (including your username, password, and all messages) is encrypted to maximize security while you are connected to the Internet. In contrast, secure password authentication means that only your password is encrypted.
MMS tab Use these settings to set up multimedia messaging: Messaging accounts MMS tab settings Service center address WAP account The MMS Service center address is the URL to the server on which your multimedia messages are stored. Your MMS service provider or your network operator can provide you with the service center address. Specify which of your configured WAP accounts you wish to use.
MMS Advanced settings tabs Receive These settings apply to multimedia messages that you receive. Select the Play full screen checkbox, when you want to play MMS messages in full screen. Select the check boxes to send a notification message to the sender when a message is: • Delivered to you: Allow delivery notification • Read by you: Allow read notification You can filter reception of incoming messages by message type (Advertisements, Information) or from senders not listed in Contacts (Anonymous senders).
To delete a channel Select Delete. Since deleting a channel cannot be undone, you will be asked to confirm the delete. Deleting the channel will also delete any stored Area Information messages for that channel in your Area Info Inbox. WAP accounts Use these settings to set up and manage WAP accounts on your P910i. WAP accounts are intended for multimedia messages and for accessing the Internet through a WAP gateway. (Such gateways make use of proxy port 9200-9203.
The Other tab The other tab contains all settings that are not related to the device or connections. This is also where settings from system components and add-ons, developed by third-party developers, will be found. Security information Security information is displayed when Certificate manager cannot be sure of the origin of the page or software. For example, security information will be displayed if: • The certificate on a page has expired. • The identity of a software manufacturer cannot be verified.
Type of certificate The type can be either User or Certificate Authority. • User certificates contain your identity. This type of certificate is used when the server asks for client authentication. The client application requests you to identify yourself by choosing a user certificate. When you format a disk, you delete all the information on it, including any applications that you may have installed.
To conserve storage space only a limited set of languages is loaded on your P910i at delivery. When you select one of the languages from the list the unused languages in the set are deleted from the memory of your P910i. You can, at any time, download additional languages from www.sonyericsson.com/ support Secure tokens Master reset Your P910i supports the following secure access systems: Use Master reset to reset your P910i.
you use your P910i as a Hard Token). You can configure as many tokens as needed. • In Tip Dialog details when using secure access are vendor, system and network-specific. You should contact the administrator of the network you wish to access to get the correct information. • Throughout your P910i, use folders as you create and receive information to speed up housekeeping later. Tasks, delete all completed entries by selecting Tasks > Delete completed in your list of entries.
To uninstall applications 1. Select Uninstall. A list of applications that can be uninstalled is shown. Note The PIN-G applies to the whole WIM and any items that do not have a different PIN. This means that no specific items on the WIM are linked to PIN-G. 2. Select the application to uninstall. You can change status of a PIN: 3. Select Uninstall. • Enable PIN A PIN code that is enabled is requested for authorization of an operation. To proceed with the operation you must enter the PIN code.
Getting started with Internet and Messages Introduction Connection type Before you can use Internet and Messages to access the Internet and send or receive messages, you will need to make Control Panel. some user-specific settings in the When your P910i connects to a service provider, it will use a GSM or GPRS network provided by a network operator. Many network operators offer both GPRS and GSM services.
Automatically set up service provider and messaging Accepting new Internet or Messages settings The easiest way to set up your P910i is automatically, through your service provider. For of: Messages settings your P910i supports automatic setup When an phone set-up message appears, select it. • email accounts • MMS message (Multimedia Messaging Service) settings.
First collect all the information you will need. You can obtain this information from your ISP (Internet Service Provider), or if you are connecting to a corporate network, your information services department. The dialog has four tabs, one for each type of messaging service: email The provider of your email service, or for a corporate account, your information services manager can provide you with the necessary details. All settings are described in ‘Email tab’ on page 158.
Setting up WAP accounts A WAP account (sometimes called a WAP profile) defines a service provider and gateway that should be used when making a connection to WAP services. You also need a WAP account when you use MMS message (Multimedia Messaging Service). First collect all the information you will need. You can obtain this information from the WAP service provider, or if you are connecting to a corporate network, your information services manager. All settings are described in ‘WAP accounts’ on page 163.
Once paired with a Bluetooth-enabled laptop, your P910i is ready to make a connection to the Internet or corporate network. Since Bluetooth is wire-free and requires no line-of-sight alignment, you can place the laptop in a comfortable position and let your P910i remain in your pocket, briefcase, or even be placed up to 10 meters away. wireless technology. See ‘Connecting to other devices’ on page 133. If you wish to use an infrared link, the range is typically up to one meter.
To set up a Dial-Up entry for CSD or HSCSD 1. On the PC, open the Control Panel. 2. Choose to install a new modem. 3. Choose your P910i as the modem. 4. Select the port where the P910i is connected. 5. Confirm the selection. A new DUN connection has been created. Connecting To connect using a DUN entry created by the wizard 1. If you are connecting by cable, set your P910i to Modem cable connection mode, see ‘Cable’ on page 152. 2.
GPRS status information To reset the log of an account When the signal strength icon is selected, network, GPRS status information and, if applicable, GPRS error text appear. 1. Select an account in the list. GPRS data log To delete or reset the log of several accounts A new GPRS data log entry is created when a GPRS account establishes a connection for the first time. It does not wait for transfer data. If there is an existing data log associated with the current GPRS connection, this is updated.
REFERENCE Troubleshooting This chapter consists of a selection of suggestions for solving possible problems with your P910i. If this does not help, please try the Knowledge base on the global support site, www.sonyericsson.com/support. There you also find other information that can be helpful. Start-up problems P910i will not start Your P910i also contains help files with additional information. Access help with the menu option Edit > Help or, in many dialog boxes, with the help icon .
Device lock Phone locked is displayed followed by the prompt Enter lock code. Your P910i is locked to prevent unauthorized use. To unlock the P910i: • Enter your device lock code, 0000 by default, then press Key symbol or Communication problems Telephone does not work . • Make sure the P910i is not set in Flight mode. The keypad is locked to prevent unintentional key action. Press followed by to unlock the keys. • Your P910i might be busy sending or receiving data or email.
The person I am talking to has a problem hearing what I am saying • Make sure you do not cover the microphone when you talk. You find the microphone at the bottom of the phone, next to the connector. Cannot use WAP • Your subscription does not include WAP. Check with your service provider. • Your subscription does not include SMS or MMS. Check with your service provider. • Check with you service provider that you have entered the correct Service Center phone number.
Problems to connect to a PC or another device Not possible to establish connection using cable • Make sure that the Sync Station and cable is correctly connected to the PC. • Make sure that the correct COM port on the PC is enabled. Right-click the P910i link symbol in the PC taskbar, and select Properties. Select the USB COM port. • Make sure that the devices are correctly paired. Cannot See ‘Connection via Bluetooth wireless establish technology’ on page 134.
Cannot synchronize with my PC • Connect to your PC with cable, Bluetooth technology, or infrared. See “Connecting to other devices” on page 133. Storage Manager • Select Applications > Control panel > Device > Storage manager. • Then install Sony Ericsson PC Suite, and make necessary settings. See “Synchronization and backup” on page 138 and the help files in Sony Ericsson PC Suite. See also Knowledge base on • A list of all applications and their memory requirements is shown.
Tap on display does not work Cannot change language Occasionally you may find that you tap one item (for example a button or menu option) but another is activated. Calibrating the screen ensures that the correct item is activated. Tap Control panel > Device tab > Display > Screen tab > Calibrate screen and follow the instructions. • The first time you start the P910i you select a language. All other languages are then deleted, in order to free memory.
Guidelines for Safe and Efficient Use Please read this information before using your mobile phone. Recommendations • Always treat your product with care and keep it in a clean and dust-free place. • Do not expose your product to liquid or moisture or humidity. • Do not expose your product to extreme high or low temperatures. • Do not expose your product to open flames or lit tobacco products. • Do not drop, throw or try to bend your product. • Do not paint your product.
found, together with more information on radio frequency exposure and SAR, on: www.sonyericsson.com. Driving Please check if local laws and regulations restrict the use of mobile phones while driving or require drivers to use handsfree solutions. We recommend that you use only Ericsson or Sony Ericsson handsfree solutions intended for use with your product.
• Do not expose the battery to extreme temperatures, never above +60°C (+140°F). For maximum battery capacity, use the battery in room temperature. • Turn off your mobile phone before removing the battery. • Keep out of children's reach. • Use the battery for the intended purpose only. • Do not allow the battery to be put into the mouth. Battery electrolytes may be toxic if swallowed.
5. This warranty does not cover Product failures caused by installations, modifications, or repair or opening of the Product performed by a non-Sony Ericsson authorized person. 6. The warranty does not cover Product failures which have been caused by use of accessories or other peripheral devices which are not Ericsson or Sony Ericsson branded original accessories intended for use with the Product. 7. Tampering with any of the seals on the Product will void the warranty. 8.
FCC Statement Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Terms and definitions AU Format for audio data files .AU files have the suffix .au bps Bits per second – rate of data flow. Bearer Path over which data flows. Specifically in CSD and HSCSD, the type of phone link from the GSM network to the server – PSTN or ISDN. cHTML A version of HTML optimized for small devices. Bluetooth Bluetooth wireless technology is a secure, fast radio connection technology.
CSS Cascading Style Sheet. A feature of browsers. DTMF Dual Tone Multi Frequency. A method of coding digits as a combination of two audible tones. DUN Dial-Up Networking. The dial-up networking capability in Windows. e-GSM Extended GSM. New frequencies specified by the European Radio Communications Committee (ERC) for GSM use when additional spectrum is needed (network-dependent). It allows operators to transmit and receive just outside GSM's core 900MHz frequency band.
GSM 1800 Also known as DCS 1800 or PCN, this is a GSM digital network working on a frequency of 1800 MHz. It is used in Europe and Asia-Pacific. your local server. The email is received and held for you by your IMAP server. You (or your client email receiver) can view just the heading and the sender of the letter and then decide whether to download the mail. GSM 1900 Also known as PCS. Refers to a GSM system running in the 1900 MHz band. Used in the USA and Canada, for instance.
MBM Multiple Bit Map. Symbian OS bitmap format. MeT Mobile Electronic Transactions. An initiative founded by Ericsson, Nokia and Motorola to establish a secure and consistent framework for mobile transactions. MIDI MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is a protocol designed for recording and playing back music on digital synthesizers that is supported by many makes of personal computer sound cards. MIME Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions. A protocol defining how messages are sent on the Internet.
PCS Personal Communications Services, often used to describe GSM 1900 networks. PDA Personal Digital Assistant. A handheld computer having functions such as address book, calendar, and so on. PDF Portable Document Format. A format created by Adobe for storing and distributing documents. Phonebook A memory in the SIM card where phone numbers can be stored and accessed by name or position. PIM Personal Information Management. Generic term for applications such as Contacts, Calendar, Tasks, and so on.
SGML A generic markup language for representing documents. SIM A SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card is a ‘smart card’, inserted into GSM phones, that contains your phone account information. SIM cards can also be programmed to display custom menus for personalized services, for instance to assist operators in providing mobile commerce applications. SMIL Synchronized Multimedia Integration Language. Used by MMS to describe how media items are to be played. SMS Short Message Service.
PIMs/PDAs and group schedulers. vCalendar is specified by IETF. used for Internet access, including email, the World Wide Web, and newsgroups. vCard vCard automates the exchange of personal information typically found on a traditional business card, for use in applications such as Internet mail, voicemail, Web browsers, phone applications, call centers, video conferencing, PIMs /PDAs, pagers, fax, office equipment, and smart cards. vCard is specified by IETF.
WTLS Wireless Transport Layer Security. Part of WAP, WTLS provides privacy, data integrity and authentication on transport layer level between two applications. W3C The main standards body for the WWW. xHTML Extensible Hypertext Markup Language. A reformulation of HTML 4.01 in XML. Being XML, means that XHTML can be viewed, edited, and validated with standard XML tools. At the same time, it operates as well as or better than HTML 4 in existing HTML 4 conforming user agents. XML Extensible Markup Language.
Technical data General Screen Product P910i standard version, Latin character set Screen type TFT Size 115 x 58 x 26 mm Screen size Weight 155 grams with battery and flip. Flip closed: 208 x 208 pixels, 40 x 40 mm Flip open: 208 x 320 pixels, 40 x 61 mm System and power class E-GSM 900 Class 4 GSM 1800 Class 1 GSM 1900 Class 1 Pixel size 0.192 x 0.
Phone Infrared transceiver Data transmission rate Max speed between phone and IrDA device (that is a PC or another phone) SIR: up to 115,200 bps GPRS Maximum Data Rates (kbps) 4+1 CS-1 9.05 kbps CS-2 13.4 kbps CS-3 15.6 kbps CS-4 21.4 kbps Rx 36.2 53.6 62.4 85.6 Tx 9.05 13.4 15.6 21.4 Speed achieved depends on the Coding Scheme supported by the GSM Network. Personal ring tones supported formats Integrated CommuniCorder Image size 9.6 kbps per time slot 14.4 kbps per time slot 28.
Video player File Format MP4 (MPEG4), 3GP (3GPP PSS) Streaming transport RTSP according to 3GPP Music player File Format MP3, MP4, M4A,WAV, AAC, AU, AMR and G-MIDI level 1 with 24 voices polyphony, RMF, iMelody Integrated browser Markup languages HTML 3.2 (excluding features not relevant to a small screen device) WML 1.3 WBXML xHTML Basic xHTML Mobile Profile cHTML WAP version 2.
Email Incoming mail server support POP3, IMAP4 Outgoing mail server support SMTP Content coding MIME compliant Security SMTP authentication, SSL encrypted IMAP4 and SMTP Attachments Receiving and sending Document viewer and editor Microsoft® Word Microsoft® Excel Adobe® Acrobat® (PDF) Note The installed viewer for Microsoft Word documents cannot be used to view files in Rich Text format (.
Index A Accented letters - handwriting 2, 35 Accepted callers 55 Accessories 24 Add to contacts 54 Alarm tones 144 Alarms 121 ALS - settings 58 - support 51 Antenna 182 AoC - Call meter settings 57 Application shortcuts 142 Applications - flip closed 15 - installing 130 - overview 25 - removing 132, 167 Area information 162 Attachments 95 B Backgrounds 142, 146 Backing up data 140 Battery - charging 13 - information 183 - inserting 12 - removing 12 Bluetooth wireless technology 134, 151 - bluetooth share 1
D Data backup 140 Data restore 141 Data storage 31 Date settings 119 Demo application 25 Device lock 38, 177 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 173 Disk formatting 164 Display 145 Disposing of the battery 184 Drawing pictures 115 Driving 183 DTMF 49 - turning on 43 E Editing - spreadsheets 123 - Word documents 123 Efficient use 182 Email 87, 94, 158 Emergency calls 42 EMS 89 Entering text - flip closed 32 - flip keyboard 36 200 Index - flip open 33 - handwriting 34 - keyboard on the screen 34 Extended characters
Local synchronization 138 Locations 120 Lock problems 176 Locks 37 - device 38 - key lock 39 - SIM card 37 M Making a call 102 Media buffer 71, 72 Medical Devices 183 Memory Stick Duo 22 - adapter 23 - formatting 164 Messages - accounts 89, 157 - attachments 95 - email 94 - MMS 90 - multimedia messages 90 - SMS 89 - text messages 89 Messaging - accounts 89, 157 MMS 87, 161 Mobile music 73 Modem 172 Multimedia for P910i 129 Multimedia messages 87, 90 Music player 73 N Navigation 17 Networks 152 Notes 114 -
Sound recorder 116 Sound recordings 116 - sending and receiving 117 - using as ring signals 117 Sounds and alerts 147 Speakerphone 48 Speed dial - making a call 44 - set-up 48 Spreadsheets - editing 123 - viewing 122 Standby view 15 Start-up 14 Storage Manager 180 Storage manager 167 Storage Wizard 180 Storing data 31 Streaming 70 Symbols 32 Synchronization - local 138 - remote 139 T T9® text input 32 202 Index Tasks 111 Technical data 195 Text input 32, 147 Text messages 89 Themes 142 Time 119 - alarms