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FCC/INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE
Your phone may cause TV or radio interference (for example, when using a
telephone in close proximity to receiving equipment). The FCC or Industry Canada
can require you to stop using your telephone if such interference cannot be
eliminated. If you require assistance, contact your local service facility. This device
complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the condition that
this device does not cause harmful interference.
Read these simple guidelines before you use your phone.
Failure to comply with these guidelines may be dangerous or
illegal.
• SAFETY GUIDELINES
Following are important safety precautions for phone use.
Road safety comes first
Do not use a hand-held phone while driving. Park the vehicle
first.
Switch off in hospitals
Follow any regulations or rules. Switch your phone off near
medical equipment.
Switch off while aboard aircraft
Mobile phones can cause interference. Using them on aircraft
is illegal.
Switch off when refueling
Do not use your phone at a refueling point. Do not use it near
fuel or chemicals.
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Switch off near blasting
Do not use your phone where blasting is in progress. Observe
restrictions, and follow any regulations or rules.
Observe infrared precautions
Do not point the IR beam at anyone’s eyes or allow it to
interfere with other IR devices.
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Emergency calls
Make sure the phone is switched on and in service. If the word
Clear appears on the screen above the right selection key,
press and hold it to clear the display. Enter the emergency
number, then press . Give your location. Do not end the call
until told to do so.
Be aware of interference
All wireless phones may get interference that could affect
performance.
Use your phone sensibly
Use your phone only in the normal position (next to the ear).
Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily.
Use only qualified service personnel
Equipment must be installed or repaired only by qualified
service personnel.
Use approved accessories and batteries
Use only approved accessories and batteries. Do not connect
incompatible products.
Read instructions before you connect to
other devices
When you connect your phone to any other device, read the
device’s user guide for detailed safety instructions. Do not
connect incompatible products. Remember to make backup
copies of all important data.
Make sure the phone is on
Before you make a call, be sure your phone is switched on. To
make and receive calls, you must sign up with a cellular
service provider.
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2Welcome
You’ll find that your Nokia 6590 mobile phone has many useful features
for everyday use, such as an FM radio, calendar, to-do list, text messaging,
and alarm clock. Before you get started, review this chapter to find out
more about:
• How to use this guide
• Wireless network services
• Accessibility solutions
• How to contact Nokia
• GET THE MOST OUT OF THIS GUIDE
The tips that follow can help you get the most from this guide as you learn
to use your phone.
Understand the terms
This guide uses certain terms for certain actions.
• Press means to briefly press and then release a key. For example,
press means “Press the zero key.”
• PressMenu means to press the key that is below the word Menu on
the phone’s screen.
• Press and hold means to press and hold a key for 1 to 3 seconds
(depending on the feature you’re using), and then release the key.
•You use the selection keys and to choose an option on a
menu.
• Highlighted means that an option you see on the screen is enclosed
in a dark bar. Choices you make with the two selection keys act on the
highlighted option.
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Notice text conventions
This user guide provides text clues to help make instructions clear and
easy to follow. These clues are called conventions.
ConventionWhat it means
boldThe word or phrase appears on the phone’s screen.
bold and blue The text refers to an address on the World Wide Web.
italicItalics indicate emphasis. Pay close attention to any
information in italics.
Follow graphic clues
This guide uses certain icons (small pictures) to alert you to important
information.
Tip: Provides information about a shortcut or an alternate method
of doing something.
Note: Explains a feature or points out an important concept.
Important: Alerts you to information critical to using a feature
correctly.
Caution: Warns you when you may lose information.
Warning: Helps you avoid personal injury, damage to the phone,
or property damage.
Look for updates
From time to time, Nokia updates this user guide to reflect changes or
corrections. The latest version may be available at the Nokia site on the
World Wide Web:
http://www.nokia.com
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1 On the home page, click Nokia Phones, scroll to the section about
your phone, and click Phone details.
2 Click an item to download the user guide or interactive guide (if
available).
Also, an interactive tutorial is available online at:
www.nokiahowto.com
• UNDERSTAND WIRELESS NETWORK SERVICES
A wireless network service provides the connections you need to use your
mobile phone. The network also can give you access to special wireless
services, including:
Voice mail and voice privacy
Call waiting, call forwarding, and caller ID
Text and picture messages
Ability to send your own number
News and information services
Notifications on SIM update
Cell info display
Service command editor
E-mail over SMS
Selected Internet access services
GPRS services
Sign up with a service provider
Before you can use any of the network services, you must sign up with a
wireless service provider. Instructions for using network features will be
given by your service provider.
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Note differences among service providers
Wireless network providers differ from each other in certain ways. For
example, some networks may not support all language-dependent
characters. When you sign up for service, make sure your provider offers
the services you need.
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• LEARN ABOUT ACCESSIBILITY SOLUTIONS
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Nokia is committed to making mobile phones easy to use for all individuals,
including those with disabilities. For more information, visit the Nokia
World Wide Web site:
www.nokiaaccessibility.com
Alternate format user guides
This user guide is available in alternate formats, including:
Braille
Large print
Audiocassette
E-text (electronic documents on a 3.5-inch disk, in Microsoft Word or
WordPerfect format)
To request any format, call Nokia Customer Care at (888) 665-4228.
Hearing-impaired and other TTY users can contact Nokia at (800) 246-6542.
LPS-3 Mobile Inductive Loopset
The LPS-3 Mobile Loopset gives people with
T-coil equipped hearing aids the ability to make
and receive calls without noise interference.
Also compatible with the Nokia 3300, 8200 and
8800 series digital phones, the loopset gives
hearing-impaired users clear access to digital
telephony for the first time.
The loopset is easy to use. You wear the loopset
around your neck, connect it to your phone, and
speak directly toward the microphone. For more information see “Set up
the loopset profile (double check with a loopset)” on page 81.
Note: The loopset can be purchased separately as an accessory. For
detailed user instructions, refer to the booklet that c omes with th e
LPS-3.
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Accessible features
The Nokia 6590 has many accessible features, including:
Nibs above and below the key for quick reference to the keypad
Tactile feedback when you press a key
Ability to send and receive short text messages
Convenience of one-touch dialing
Ability to define ring tones for different caller groups
Voice dialing and voice commands for handsfree operation
Ability to compose own ring tones with PC Suite Software
• FIND INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR PHONE
If you ever need to call Nokia Customer Care or your service provider, you
will need to provide specific information about your phone. This inform ation
is provided on the phone’s label.The label is on the back of the phone
(under the battery). It shows the following:
Model number
Phone type (a technical designation)
International Mobile Equipment Identification (IMEI)
Do not remove or deface the label.
• CONTACT NOKIA
When you need help, Nokia Customer Care can provide information about
Nokia products.
Have the right information available
We recommend that you have the following information available before
you contact the Nokia Customer Care:
• The phone’s model number (6590)
• Phone type (a technical designation)
• The IMEI (serial number)
• Your ZIP code
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Have the phone or accessory handy
Whether you’re calling about your phone or an accessory, have the equipment
with you when you call. For example, if you’re calling about a headset,
please have it available. If a Nokia representative asks a specific question
about the accessory, you will have it available for quick reference.
Nokia Customer Care Center, USA Customer Care, Canada
Nokia Mobile Phones
7725 Woodland Center Boulevard,
Suite #150
Tampa, Florida 33614
Tel: 1-888-NOKIA-2U
(1-888-665-4228)
Fax: 1-813-249-9619
TTY: 1-800-24-NOKIA
(for the hearing impaired only)
(1-800-246-6542)
Nokia Products Ltd.
575 Westney Rd. South
Ajax, Ontario L1S 4N7
Tel: 1-888-22-NOKIA
(1-888-226-6542)
Fax:1-905-427-1070
• CONTACT YOUR SERVICE PROVIDER
Some service providers program a one-key customer support number into
the phone. This number can be useful if you’re having trouble dialing a
number, especially when you’re traveling outside your home area.
This one-key feature may not be available on all systems. Contact your
service provider for availability.
When you need to get in touch with your wireless service provider:
• Press and hold the key (or the key that your service provider
instructed you to use) for 2 seconds.
Your phone will automatically dial the provider’s customer support
number if your provider offers this feature.
If your service provider determines that the problem is Nokia-related,
their representative will direct you to the Nokia Customer Care Center
(USA) or Nokia Customer Service (Canada).
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3Before you begin
Before you begin, you need to prepare your phone for use by installing the
SIM card, charging the battery and attaching the headset.
• INSTALL THE SIM CARD
Important: Switch off the phone before installing the SIM card.
1 With the back of the phone facing you, press and hold the back cover
release button.
2 Slide the cover off.
3 Lift out the battery.
4 Grasp the front of the SIM card door.
5 Push the SIM card door gently towards the gold contacts.
6 Lift the SIM card door.
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7 Install the SIM card:
beveled corner on the left,
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gold contact area face down.
8 Lower SIM card door and gently slide to lock into place.
Notes about SIM cards
• Keep all miniature SIM cards out of the reach of small children.
• The SIM card and its contacts are easily damaged by scratches or
bending, so be careful when handling, inserting, or removing the card.
• You must remove the battery to access the SIM card. Always make
sure that the phone is switched off before you remove the battery.
• INSTALL THE BATTERY
1 Place the battery in the compartment
with the label side facing up and the
golden contact area aligned with the
contact prongs.
2 Lower the battery into place.
3 Replace the back cover.
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• CHARGE THE BATTERY
1 Connect th e lead from the charger
to the bottom of the phone.
2 Connect th e charger to a standard
wall outlet. The battery power
indicator (or battery bar) appears on
the screen and starts scrolling.If the
phone is on,Charging appears also.
3 When the battery bar stops scrolling, the battery charge is complete.
Battery full appears also, if the phone is on.
4 Disconnect the charger from the phone.
Battery bar
• IMPORTANT BATTERY INFORMATION
• Recharge your battery only with a charger approved by Nokia.
• You can switch the phone on and use it for calls while the battery
is charging.
• If the battery is completely empty, it may take a few minutes before
the battery indicator appears on the screen.
• If the battery is completely empty, it may take a few minutes before
you can make or receive calls.
• The charging time depends on the charger and battery that you use.
For more details, see “Battery information” on page 148.
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• REMOVE THE BATTERY
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Important: Switch off the phone before removing the battery.
Important: Do not puncture or burn the battery . Please recycle or
dispose of properly.
1 With the back of the phone facing you, press and hold the back cover
release button.
2 Slide the cover off.
3 Lift out the battery.
• SET UP YOUR HEADSET
Your phone comes with a headset yo u
can use while talking on your phone.
The headset provides convenient
handsfree use of the phone.
Connect the headset
1 Plug the headset jack into the
bottom of your phone.
2 Put the round ear plug into one
ear.
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Use the headset
With the headset connected, you can make and answer calls as usual,
using the keypad to press and or to enter numbers to call.
Note: The microphone for the headset hangs at the side of your
head. Although the microphone may seem far from your mouth,
you can speak at a normal volume.
• USE THE CARRYING CASE
Nokia carrying cases can be purchased separately as accessories. A carrying
case can protect the phone against accidental key presses when you’re
not using it.
Nokia recommends that you keep the phone in its case when you’re not
actively using it for calls.
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4About your phone
• KEYS AND FEATURES
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Front
1 Power key
2Earpiece
3Display
4Selection keys
and
scroll keys
5Talk key
6End key
7Number keys
8Microphone
Note: When any key is pressed, the keypad and display lights stay
on for up to 15 seconds.
• Press and hold the power key for
more than a second.
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The phone may ask for a Personal
Identification (PIN) code or
a security code. See “About
security codes” on page 91
for more information.
Note: Your service provider supplies the PIN code.
Warning: Do not switch on the phone in places where wireless
phone use is prohibited or where the use of the phone could cause
interference or danger.
• ABOUT THE ANTENNA
When you avoid touching the antenna
during a call, you optimize the antenna
performance and the talk-time of your
phone.
Your phone has a built-in antenna. As
with any other radio transmitting
device, do not touch the antenna
unnecessarily when the phone is
switched on.
Contact with the antenna affects call
quality and may cause the phone to
operate at a higher power level than
needed.
Normal position: Hold the phone as you
would any other telephone.
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• ABOUT THE START SCREEN
When you turn on your phone, the first
screen that appears is the Start screen.
In the middle of the Start screen, you
may see information indicating which
wireless network your phone uses. This
information can vary between phones.
Other indi cato rs and icons appear on this
Start screen and are described in the next section.
• ABOUT INDICATORS AND ICONS
Your phone has two types of identifiers: indicators and icons.
Indicators
Indicators show the status of something. The phone uses three types of
indicators:
• Signal strength indicator: Shows the strength of the signal to your
phone.
• Battery strength indicator: Shows
how much power is left in your
phone’s battery.
• Volume indicator: Shows the
earpiece volume level. Adjust the
volume level with the earpiece
volume buttons on the left side of
the phone (see “Adjust the earpiece volume during a call” on page 20).
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