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Nokia tune is a sound mark of Nokia Corporation. The information contained in this user guide was written for the Nokia 1600 product. Nokia operates a policy of ongoing development. Nokia reserves the right to make changes to any of the products described in this document without prior notice.
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EXPORT CONTROLS This device may contain commodities, technology, or software subject to export laws and regulations from the U.S. and other countries. Diversion contrary to law is prohibited. FCC/INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE Your device may cause TV or radio interference (for example, when using a telephone in close proximity to receiving equipment).
T a b l e o f c o n t e n t s Table of contents 1. Get started ..................11 Keys and parts........................11 Insert a SIM card and battery ..................11 Charge the battery......................12 Switch on or off ......................... 13 Change the cover .......................
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Composer.......................... 34 Demo mode........................34 5. Battery information ..............35 Battery information ......................35 Charging and discharging.................... 35 Nokia battery authentication guidelines ..............35 6. Enhancements ................38 Power ............................ 38 Audio............................. 38 Car............................39 Covers and carrying ......................39 7.
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T a b l e o f c o n t e n t s Emergency calls ......................42 Certification information (SAR).................. 43 Technical information ....................44 Care and maintenance ..............45 Index....................46...
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F o r y o u r s a f e t y For your safety Read these simple guidelines. Not following them may be dangerous or illegal. Read the complete user guide for further information. SWITCH ON SAFELY Do not switch the phone on when wireless phone use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger.
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F o r y o u r s a f e t y WATER-RESISTANCE Your phone is not water-resistant. Keep it dry. BACK-UP COPIES Remember to make back-up copies or keep a written record of all important information stored in your phone. CONNECTING TO OTHER DEVICES When connecting to any other device, read its user guide for detailed safety instructions.
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Warning: Use only batteries, chargers, and enhancements approved by Nokia for use with this particular model. The use of any other types may invalidate any approval or warranty, and may be dangerous. For availability of approved enhancements, please check with your dealer. When you disconnect the power cord of any enhancement, grasp and pull the plug, not the cord.
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G e n e r a l i n f o r m a t i o n General information ■ Access codes For details about access codes and their operations, see "Security settings," p. 30. • Security code: This code, supplied with the phone, helps to protect your phone against unauthorized use.
G e t s t a r t e d 1. Get started ■ Keys and parts The display indicators described below are shown when the phone is ready for use and no characters have been keyed in. This state is called the standby mode. Signal intensity of the cellular network (1) Battery bar indicating battery charge...
G e t s t a r t e d 1. Press the back cover release button (1), open the back cover, and remove it (2, 3). 2. Lift the battery (if present) and remove it (4), and carefully lift the SIM card holder (5).
G e t s t a r t e d When the battery is fully charged, the bar stops scrolling. Disconnect the charger from the phone and the ac outlet. The BL-5C battery provides up to 6 hours of talk time, and up to 18 days of standby time.
G e t s t a r t e d 1. Press the back cover release button (1), open the back cover, and remove it (2, 3). 2. Take off the front cover carefully (4). 3. Insert the keymat in the new front cover (5). Align the top of the front cover to the top of the phone, and press the front cover to lock it into place (6,7).
G e t s t a r t e d • If the SIM card is installed, select Menu > Extras > Demo > Basics or More; or scroll right in the standby mode. ■ Shortcuts in the standby mode Scroll up to access Call log.
C a l l f u n c t i o n s 2. Call functions ■ Make a call 1. Enter the phone number and the area code if necessary. To make international phone calls, press * twice quickly to display the plus sign (+), add the country (or region) code, then the area code.
C a l l f u n c t i o n s Scroll to select the number key you want (2 to 9), and select Assign; choose if you want to assign to call or to SMS, and select the name you want. To dial a number using 1-touch dial, press and hold the relevant assigned number key in the standby mode.
To use predictive text input, follow these steps: 1. Enter the word you want by pressing each key once for a single letter. The word changes after each keystroke. For example, to write "Nokia" when the English predictive text is selected, press 6, 6, 5, 4, 2.
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W r i t e t e x t To add a compound word with predictive input, enter the first half of the word, scroll right, and enter the second half. Tips for writing text with traditional and predictive text input: •...
M e n u f u n c t i o n s 4. Menu functions In the standby mode, select Menu and the desired menu and submenu. Select Exit Back to exit the current level of menu. Press the end key to return to the standby mode directly.
M e n u f u n c t i o n s an indication that the message has been received at the intended destination. For more details about messaging services, check with your service provider. When you edit a message, if you selected Options >...
M e n u f u n c t i o n s Picture messages (network service) You can receive and send messages that contain pictures. Received picture messages are saved in the Inbox. Each picture message comprises several text messages.
M e n u f u n c t i o n s Message counter Select Menu > Messages > Message counter. Scroll down to view the number of sent and received messages. To reset the message counters, select Clear counters and the counters you want to reset.
M e n u f u n c t i o n s Scroll to a number, and select Options > Add number Delete from list to add a number to the filtered list or delete the highlighted number from the list. Messages from the filtered numbers are saved directly to the Screened messages folder.
M e n u f u n c t i o n s Service numbers (network service)—To call the service numbers of your service provider if the numbers are included on your SIM card Info numbers (network service)—To call the information numbers of your service provider if the numbers are included on your SIM card Settings for Contacts In the standby mode, select...
M e n u f u n c t i o n s Recent call lists In the standby mode, select Menu > Call log > Missed calls, Received calls, or Dialed numbers > Options to view the time of the call; edit, view or call the logged phone number;...
M e n u f u n c t i o n s Message alert tone—To set the tone to sound when you receive a text message Keypad tones—To set the volume for keypad tones Warning tones—To set the phone to sound tones, for example, when the battery is running out of power Rhythmic backlight alert—To set the phone backlight to follow the rhythm of the...
M e n u f u n c t i o n s Screen saver—To turn the screen saver on or off, to set the time for turning on the screen saver (Time-out), or to select the picture for your screen saver (Screen saver) Profiles...
M e n u f u n c t i o n s To set the selected forward option on, select Activate; to set it off, select Cancel. To check if the selected option is active, select Check status; to specify a delay for certain forwards, select Set delay time (not available for all forward options).
M e n u f u n c t i o n s Cost settings Note: The actual invoice for calls and services from your service provider may vary, depending on network features, rounding off for billing, taxes and so forth. Select Menu >...
M e n u f u n c t i o n s PIN code request—To set your phone to ask for the PIN code of the SIM card when the phone is switched on Some SIM cards do not allow this function to be turned off. Call restrictions (network service)—To restrict the making and receiving of calls with your phone...
M e n u f u n c t i o n s Restore factory settings To reset some of the menu settings to their original values, select Menu > Settings > Restore factory settings Enter the security code, and select OK. The names and phone numbers saved in the contact list are not deleted.
M e n u f u n c t i o n s ■ Games Each game has a brief help text. To adjust common game settings, select Menu > Games > Settings. You can set the sounds (Game sounds) and vibrations (Shakes) for the game.
M e n u f u n c t i o n s Countdown timer Select Menu > Extras > Countd. tim. Enter the alarm time in the format of hours:minutes, and select OK. You can also enter a note for the alarm, change the time, and stop the timer.
Do not dispose as household waste. Nokia battery authentication guidelines Always use original Nokia batteries for your safety. To check that you are getting an original Nokia battery, purchase it from an authorized Nokia dealer, look for...
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What if your battery is not authentic? If you cannot confirm that your Nokia battery with the hologram on the label is an authentic Nokia battery, please do not use the battery. Take it to the nearest authorized Nokia service point or dealer for assistance. The use of a battery that is not approved by the manufacturer may be dangerous and may result in poor performance and damage to your device and its enhancements.
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B a t t e r y i n f o r m a t i o n To find out more about original Nokia batteries, visit www.nokia.com/battery.
ACP-7 or ACP-12 charger. Warning: Use only batteries, chargers and enhancements approved by Nokia for use with this particular model. The use of any other types may invalidate any approval or warranty, and may be dangerous. For availability of approved enhancements, please check with your dealer.
R e f e r e n c e i n f o r m a t i o n 7. Reference information ■ Additional safety information Operating environment Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area and always switch off your device when its use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger.
R e f e r e n c e i n f o r m a t i o n instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy. Pacemakers Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation of 15.3 centimeters (6 inches) be maintained between a wireless device and a...
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R e f e r e n c e i n f o r m a t i o n Using your device while flying in aircraft is prohibited. Switch off your device before boarding an aircraft. The use of wireless teledevices in an aircraft may be dangerous to the operation of the aircraft, disrupt the wireless telephone network, and may be illegal.
R e f e r e n c e i n f o r m a t i o n Potentially explosive environments Switch off your device when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Potentially explosive atmospheres include areas where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine.
SAR values may vary depending on national reporting and testing requirements and the network band. Additional SAR information may be provided under product information at www.nokia.com. Your mobile device is also designed to meet the requirements for exposure to radio waves established by the Federal Communications Commission (USA) and Industry Canada.
R e f e r e n c e i n f o r m a t i o n ■ Technical information Feature Specification Weight 80 g (2.8 oz) with BL-5C Li-Ion 900 mAh battery Size Volume: 69 cm (4.2 in Length: 103.8 mm (4.1 in) Width: 43.8 mm (1.7 in)
C a r e a n d m a i n t e n a n c e Care and maintenance Your device is a product of superior • Do not drop, knock, or shake the design and craftsmanship and should device.
I n d e x Index access codes 10 games 33 battery keypad, lock or unlock 15 authentication 35 charge 12 charge indicator 11 lock the keypad 15 information 35 loudspeaker 17 insert 11 memory calculator 33 phone or SIM card 25 call shared 10 1-touch dial 16...
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I n d e x contacts 25 cost 30 text, predictive or traditional 18 display 27 time settings 28 enhancements 30 message 23 phone 29 profiles 28 unlock the keypad 15 restore factory defaults 32 right navigation key 31 security 30 time 28 voice messages 17 tone 26...