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Security. Java is a trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc. The information in this user guide was written for the 5100 Nokia phone. Nokia operates a policy of ongoing development. Nokia reserves the right to make changes and improvements to any of the products described in this document without prior notice.
Contents FOR YOUR SAFETY ....5 (Add name) ..........21 Saving multiple numbers and text General information ....7 items per name ......... 22 Stickers in the sales package ..... 7 Searching for a name in the phone Access codes ........... 7 book ............
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Display settings ........ 49 Infrared ..........6 6 Tone settings ........50 GPRS ............ 6 7 Accessory settings ......51 WAP services (Menu 13)....6 8 Security settings ......52 Basic steps for accessing and using Restore factory settings....52 WAP services ........
FOR YOUR SAFETY Read these simple guidelines. Breaking the rules may be dangerous or illegal. Further detailed information is given in this manual. Do not switch the phone on when wireless phone use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger. ROAD SAFETY COMES FIRST Don't use a hand-held phone while driving.
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F O R Y O U R S A F E T Y BACKUP COPIES Remember to make backup copies of all important data. CALLING Ensure the phone is switched on and in service. Enter the phone number, including the area code, then press .
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F O R Y O U R S A F E T Y I Accessories Nokia Approved Part Number Accessory Carrying strap MBA-8 Stereo headset HDS-3 Boom headset HDB-4 Headset HS-5 Camera headset HS-1C Loopset LPS-4 I About accessories Check the model number of any charger before use with this device. This device is intended for use when supplied with power from ACP-7, ACP-8, ACP-12, LCH-9 and LCH-12.
Attach the sticker to your warranty card. Attach the sticker to the Nokia Club Invitation Card if supplied in the sales package. I Access codes For specific settings of Access codes, see Security settings on page • Security code (5 to 10 digits): The security code protects your phone against unauthorised use, and is supplied with the phone.
G e n e r a l i n f o r m a t i o n I Shared memory The following features in your phone use shared memory: phone book, text and multimedia messages, images and ringing tones in gallery, calendar and to-do notes, and Java games and applications.
The bottom flap gives extra protection for the connectors against knocks and dirt. The Nokia 5100 phone also has several features to accompany you in your activities, like: • Loudspeaker (p. 21), Radio (p. 54), Flashlight (p. 13), Calorie counter (p.
Y o u r p h o n e ™ • downloadable personal games and applications via Java technology (p. 61), Multimedia messages (p. 36), WAP services (p. 70) and Polyphonic (MIDI) tones (p. 36). I Using your phone in wet and damp conditions •...
Y o u r p h o n e I Keys 1. Power key switches the phone on and off. With keypad locked, pressing the power key briefly turns the phone’s display lights on for a short time. 2. Volume keys Keys for adjusting the earpiece, headset and loudspeaker...
Y o u r p h o n e can be used for speed dialling predefined phone numbers. dials the voice mailbox number are used for various purposes in different functions. I Connectors 1. Charger connector 2. Pop-Port connector for headsets and the data cable, for example.
Y o u r p h o n e List of indicators in standby mode Reading You have received one or several text or picture messages. See and replying to a message or an e-mail on page Reading You have received one or several multimedia messages. See and replying to a multimedia message on page Voice messages...
G e t t i n g s t a r t e d 2. Getting started I Installing the SIM card and the battery Keep all miniature SIM cards out of the reach of small children. • The SIM card and its contacts can easily be damaged by scratches or bending, so be careful when handling, inserting or removing the card.
G e t t i n g s t a r t e d 7. Replace the battery. 8. Attach the battery cover back 9. Slide the bottom shell back on until it locks into its place. See the step 5 in Changing the shells for reference.
G e t t i n g s t a r t e d 5. With the back of the bottom shell facing you slide the new bottom shell with key mat into its place. I Charging the battery 1. Lift up the flap protecting the bottom connectors of your phone and connect the lead from the charger to the socket on the bottom of your phone.
G e t t i n g s t a r t e d I Strap (MBA-8) for carrying and fastening 1. Insert the narrower plastic strap holders one by one to the strap holes at the bottom of the phone. Make sure the buckle on the strap is on outer side.
C a l l f u n c t i o n s 3. Call functions I Making a call 1. Key in the phone number, including the area code. If you key in a wrong character, press Clear to delete it. For international calls, press twice for the international prefix (the + character replaces the international access code) and then...
If you press Silence, only the ringing tone is muted. Then either answer or reject the call. If the Stereo Headset HDS-3 or some other compatible Nokia headset is connected to the phone, you can answer and end a call by pressing the headset key.
C a l l f u n c t i o n s I Options during a call Many of the options that you can use during a call, are network services. Press Options during a call for some of the following options: or Unmute, Mute...
P h o n e b o o k ( N a m e s ) 4. Phone book (Names) You can save names and phone numbers in the phone’s memory (internal phone book) and in the SIM card’s memory (SIM phone book).
P h o n e b o o k ( N a m e s ) Tip: Quick save In standby mode, key in the phone number. Press Options, and select Save. Key in the name, press Done. Saving multiple numbers and text items per name You can save different types of phone numbers and short text items per name in the phone’s internal phone book.
P h o n e b o o k ( N a m e s ) Press to scroll through the names in the list, press and to move the cursor in the pop-up window. 3. Scroll to the name you want, and press Details. Scroll to view the details of the selected name.
P h o n e b o o k ( N a m e s ) I Sending and receiving a business card You can send and receive a person’s contact information as a business card either via IR or as an Over The Air (OTA) message if supported by the network.
P h o n e b o o k ( N a m e s ) I Info and service numbers You can call the information and service numbers of your service provider if the numbers are included in your SIM card. Press Names and select...
U s i n g t h e m e n u 5. Using the menu The phone offers you an extensive range of functions that are arranged in menus and submenus. Most of the menu functions are provided with a brief help text. Help text activation can be set separately, see the page 50.
U s i n g t h e m e n u I List of menu functions 1. Messages 3. Dialled numbers 4. Delete recent call lists 1. Text messages 1. All 1. Create 2. Missed message 3. Received 2. Inbox 4.
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U s i n g t h e m e n u 4. Outdoor (same submenus as 3. Operator logo in General) 4. Screen saver timeout 5. Display brightness 5. Pager (same submenus as in General) 5. Tone settings 1. Incoming call alert 2.
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U s i n g t h e m e n u 5. Gallery services 6. Sound meter 8. Organiser 12. Connectivity 1. Calendar 1. Infrared 2. To-do list 2. GPRS 1. GPRS connection 9. Games 2. GPRS modem settings 1.
M e n u f u n c t i o n s 6. Menu functions I Messages (Menu 1) You can read, write, send and save text, multimedia, and e-mail messages. All messages are organised into folders. WARNING: Do not switch the phone on when wireless phone use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger.
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M e n u f u n c t i o n s are printed on the key. The characters available depend on the language selected in the menu, see Language on page 48. Language To insert a number while in letter mode, press and hold the desired number key.
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M e n u f u n c t i o n s dictionary, press Spell, key in the word (traditional text input is used) and press Save. When the dictionary becomes full, the new word replaces the oldest one that was added. 3.
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M e n u f u n c t i o n s subscription to the e-mail service, contact your network operator or service provider. To save an e-mail address in the phone book, see Saving multiple numbers and text items per name on page 23. 1.
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M e n u f u n c t i o n s Select Copy to calendar to copy text at the beginning of the message to your phone’s calendar as a reminder note for the current day. Select to view the sender’s name and phone Message details number, the message centre used, and the date and time of receipt.
M e n u f u n c t i o n s Inserting a picture into a text message • When you are writing a message, press Options. Select Insert and select a picture to view it. Press Insert to insert the picture picture into your message.
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M e n u f u n c t i o n s Options, select Save message and delete old messages by first selecting the folder and then an oId message to be deleted. Note: If is set Yes, your operator or service Allow multimedia reception provider may charge you for every message you receive.
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M e n u f u n c t i o n s 5. Enter the recipient’s phone number (or e-mail address) or search for it in the phone book. Press and the message is moved to the folder for sending. Outbox It takes more time to send a multimedia message than to send a text message.
M e n u f u n c t i o n s Erasing messages 1. To delete text messages or multimedia messages, press Menu, and select Messages, Text messages Multimedia msgs. Delete messages. 2. To delete all messages in a folder, scroll to the folder and press Select.
M e n u f u n c t i o n s Press Menu, and select Messages Voice messages. Select • to call your voice mailbox at the phone Listen to voice messages number that you have saved in the menu.
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M e n u f u n c t i o n s • For message type Text, select Default recipient number to save a default number for sending messages for this profile. For message type E-mail, select to save the e-mail E-mail server server number.
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You may receive the service settings as a text message from the network operator or service provider that offers the WAP service that you want to use. For more information, contact your network operator or service provider, or visit Club Nokia’s website (www.club.nokia.com). Font size setting...
M e n u f u n c t i o n s Service commands Press Menu, and select commands. Key in and Messages Service send service requests (also known as USSD commands), such as activation commands for network services, to your service provider. I Call register (Menu 2) The phone registers the phone numbers of dialled calls, and the approximate length and cost of your...
M e n u f u n c t i o n s Call counters and call timers Note: The actual invoice for calls and services from your service provider may vary, depending upon network features, rounding-off for billing, taxes and so forth. Press Menu, and select and then select Call register...
M e n u f u n c t i o n s • To activate the selected profile, select Activate. • To set the profile to be active for a certain amount of time up to 24 hours, select and set the end time.
M e n u f u n c t i o n s Auto update of date and time Press Menu, and select Settings, Time and date settings Auto- update of date & time (network service). To set the phone to automatically update the time and date according to the current time zone, select On.
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M e n u f u n c t i o n s When you end the call, the volume level returns to the level previous to Automatic volume control adjustment. Call divert Select (network service) and you can divert your incoming Call divert calls to another number, for example, to your voice mailbox number.
M e n u f u n c t i o n s Summary after call Select call. Select and the phone will briefly display Summary after the duration and cost (network service) of the last call. Send my caller identity Select identity.
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M e n u f u n c t i o n s Note:When Keyguard is on, calls may be possible to the emergency number programmed into your phone (e.g. 911 or other official emergency number). However, one key emergency dialling ('the 9 key') does not operate.
M e n u f u n c t i o n s manual mode until the automatic mode is selected or another SIM card is inserted. Confirm SIM service actions See SIM services (Menu 14) on page 78. Help text activation Select to set the phone to show or hide the help Help text activation...
M e n u f u n c t i o n s Note that the wallpaper is not displayed when the phone activates the screen saver. Activating or deactivating the wallpaper Select Wallpaper. To activate/deactivate the wallpaper, select On/Off, respectively.
M e n u f u n c t i o n s 44. Note that the settings you make, change the settings in the active profile. • Select to select how the phone notifies you of Incoming call alert an incoming voice call.
M e n u f u n c t i o n s • Select Automatic answer to set the phone to answer an incoming call automatically after five seconds. If the Incoming call alert set to or Off, automatic answer will not be in use. Beep once •...
To listen to the radio on your phone connect the Stereo Headset HDS-3 or some other compatible Nokia headset connector on the bottom of the phone. The lead of the headset functions as the antenna of the radio, so it should also be used when listening to the...
1 to 9 by pressing the corresponding number key. When using the Stereo Headset HDS-3 or some other compatible Nokia headset, press the headset key to scroll to the desired saved radio channel. 3. When the radio is on, press...
M e n u f u n c t i o n s • Manual tuning. Briefly press either of the scroll keys to move the channel search 0.1 MHz upwards or downwards or press and hold down the keys to quickly search upwards or downwards for a channel.
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M e n u f u n c t i o n s 1. Press Menu and select Gallery. The list of options is shown. 2. Select to open the list of folders. View folders Other available options are: • .
M e n u f u n c t i o n s Calendar The calendar helps you to keep track of reminders, calls that you need to make, meetings, and birthdays. Press Menu, and select and Calendar. Organiser Scroll to the day you want. The current day is indicated with a frame around the day.
M e n u f u n c t i o n s When you have set the alarm, the indicator is displayed when you view the notes. When the phone alarms for a note The phone beeps, and displays the note. With a call note on the display, you can call the displayed number by pressing .
Memory status for applications on page 63. Game settings Press Menu, and select Games Settings to set sounds, lights and shakes for the game. You can save your Club Nokia membership number, ID. For more information on Club Nokia and the Club Nokia...
This menu allows the management of Java applications installed on your phone. Your phone software includes some Java applications specially designed for this Nokia phone. Various service providers offer other applications via WAP services. Before you can use one of these applications you have to download it to your phone.
M e n u f u n c t i o n s • Web access to restrict the application for accessing the network. Select and the phone asks for net access, to allow Ask first Allowed the net access, or not to allow the net access.
M e n u f u n c t i o n s Note that Nokia does not warrant for applications from non-Nokia sites. If you choose to download Java applications from them, you should take the same precautions, for security or content, as you would with any site.
M e n u f u n c t i o n s 6. To start a new calculation, just key in new numbers or first press and hold Clear Making a currency conversion 1. Press Menu, and select and Calculator. Extras 2.
M e n u f u n c t i o n s 3. Key in the name for the timer. 4. Key in a name for the each period and set the timeframe for alarming. You can set the progress to the next period to be either manual or automatic by selecting between the two options under Extras- Countdown timer-Settings-Progress to next timer.
M e n u f u n c t i o n s If you restart the timing by pressing Options -Start, time keeps running cumulatively instead of restarting at zero. You can also save or reset timing using this options list. Lap timing 1.
M e n u f u n c t i o n s 2. Select an activity from the list and an intensity level to it, if available. 3. Add the duration of activity in format hh:mm and press The summary data with the energy cost is displayed. 4.
M e n u f u n c t i o n s Note: It is not possible to measure the estimated noise level of a call in progress. Also, you can not use Sound meter when the FM radio is When you press Options you get a list of four choices:...
M e n u f u n c t i o n s • The user of the sending phone selects the desired IR function to start data transfer. If data transfer is not started within two minutes after the activation of the IR port, the connection is cancelled and has to be started again.
You can also set the GPRS dial-up service settings (Access Point Name) on your PC by using the Nokia Modem Options software, see www.nokia.com/phones/productsupport/5100. If you have set the settings both on your PC and on your phone, note that the settings set on the PC will be used.
M e n u f u n c t i o n s you want to use. For more information, contact your network operator or service provider, or visit Club Nokia’s website (www.club.nokia.com). You can also key in the settings manually or add and edit the settings with PC Suite.
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M e n u f u n c t i o n s • Homepage - Key in the homepage address of the WAP service that you want to use, press for a dot, and press OK. • - Select or Temporary.
M e n u f u n c t i o n s An access point name is needed to establish a connection to a GPRS network. You obtain the access point name from your network operator or service provider. •...
M e n u f u n c t i o n s Press Menu, and select Services and then Go to address. Key in the address of the WAP service, press for special characters, and press OK. Note that it is not necessary to add the prefix http:// in front of the address since it will be added automatically.
M e n u f u n c t i o n s • Appear. settings. See details on page 75. • settings. See page 76. Cookie • to copy a number from the WAP page for saving or Use number making a call.
WAP service. Key in the address and the title of the WAP page and press OK. Note that your phone may have some pre-installed bookmarks for sites not affiliated with Nokia. Nokia does not warrant or endorse these sites. If you choose to access them, you should take the same...
M e n u f u n c t i o n s precautions, for security or content, as you would with any Internet site, for example. Receiving a bookmark When you have received a bookmark as a text message, press Options and select , Save, or...
M e n u f u n c t i o n s To empty the cache, • while browsing, press Options and select cache, or Clear the • in standby mode, press Menu, and select Services, and Clear the cache.
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M e n u f u n c t i o n s Note: For availability, rates and information on using SIM services, contact your SIM card vendor, e.g. network operator, service provider or other vendor. You can set the phone to show you the confirmation messages sent between your phone and the network when you are using the SIM services by selecting the option within the menu...
B a t t e r y i n f o r m a t i o n 7. Battery information I Charging and Discharging Your phone is powered by a rechargeable battery. Note that a new battery's full performance may be achieved only after two or three complete charge and discharge cycles! The battery can be charged and discharged hundreds of times but it will eventually wear out.
C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your phone is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care. The suggestions below will help you to fulfill any warranty obligations and to enjoy this product for many years: •...
I M P O R T A N T S A F E T Y I N F O R M A T I O N IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION I Traffic Safety Do not use a handheld telephone while driving a vehicle. Always secure the phone in its holder;...
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I M P O R T A N T S A F E T Y I N F O R M A T I O N Should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential for interference. If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, switch off your phone immediately.
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I M P O R T A N T S A F E T Y I N F O R M A T I O N Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often but not always clearly marked. They include below deck on boats; chemical transfer or storage facilities;...
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I M P O R T A N T S A F E T Y I N F O R M A T I O N To make an emergency call: If the phone is not on, switch it on. Check for adequate signal strength.
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I M P O R T A N T S A F E T Y I N F O R M A T I O N I Certification information (SAR) THIS MODEL PHONE MEETS THE GOVERNMENT'S REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES. Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver.
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FCC ID LJPNPM-6. For body worn operation, this phone has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with the Nokia accessories supplied or designated for this product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines.
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I M P O R T A N T S A F E T Y I N F O R M A T I O N I Use accessories safely A few practical rules for accessory operation: • Keep all accessories out of the reach of small children. •...
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I M P O R T A N T S A F E T Y I N F O R M A T I O N I Technical information Feature Specification Weight 104 grams with BL-4C battery Size 89 cc Frequency Range (Tx) GSM 900: 880 - 915 Mhz GSM 1800: 1710 - 1785 Mhz...
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No charge will be made to the Consumer for any such parts. Nokia will also pay for the labor charges incurred by Nokia in repairing or replacing the defective parts.
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Horses, cancelbots or damage caused by the connection to other products not recommended for interconnection by Nokia. Nokia was not advised in writing by the Consumer of the alleged defect or malfunction of the Product within fourteen (14) days after the expiration of the applicable limited warranty period.
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Product. Nokia will repair the Product under the limited warranty within 30 days after receipt of the Product. If Nokia cannot perform repairs covered under this limited warranty within 30 days, or after a reasonable number of attempts to repair the same defect,...
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OF CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT TORT, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY, EVEN IF NOKIA KNEW OF THE LIKELIHOOD OF SUCH DAMAGES. NOKIA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DELAY IN RENDERING SERVICE UNDER THE LIMITED WARRANTY, OR LOSS OF USE DURING THE PERIOD THAT THE PRODUCT IS BEING REPAIRED.
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12 This is the entire warranty between Nokia and the Consumer, and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements or understandings, oral or written, relating to the Product, and no representation, promise or condition not contained herein shall modify these terms.
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I M P O R T A N T S A F E T Y I N F O R M A T I O N Safety is the most important call you will ever make. A Guide to Safe and Responsible Wireless Phone Use Tens of millions of people in the U.S.
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I M P O R T A N T S A F E T Y I N F O R M A T I O N suspend the call in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions. Rain, sleet, snow and ice can be hazardous, but so is heavy traffic. As a driver, your first responsibility is to pay attention to the road.
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Appendix B Message from the FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration) to all users of mobile phones. July 18, 2001 ..For updates: http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/ phones...
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I M P O R T A N T S A F E T Y I N F O R M A T I O N Consumer Update on Wireless Phones U.S. Food and Drug Administration 1. Do wireless phones pose a health hazard? The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using wireless phones.
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I M P O R T A N T S A F E T Y I N F O R M A T I O N stations are typically thousands of times lower than those they can get from wireless phones. Base stations are thus not the subject of the safety questions discussed in this document.
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I M P O R T A N T S A F E T Y I N F O R M A T I O N 6.What is FDA doing to find out more about the possible health effects of wireless phone RF? FDA is working with the U.S.
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I M P O R T A N T S A F E T Y I N F O R M A T I O N body or a small part of the body. It is measured in watts/kg (or milliwatts/g) of matter.
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I M P O R T A N T S A F E T Y I N F O R M A T I O N FDA continues to monitor the use of wireless phones for possible interactions with other medical devices. Should harmful interference be found to occur, FDA will conduct testing to assess the interference and work to resolve the problem.