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Electronic file created March 12, 2004.
US Patent No 5818437 and other pending patents.
The information contained in this user guide was written for the Nokia N-Gage QD 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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Includes RSA BSAFE cryptographic or security protocol software from RSA Security.
This device contains commodities, technology, or software exported from the United States in
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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). 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.
Network services 18
Register your device 19
E-newsletters 19
Chargers, batteries, and enhancements 19
About your device 20
2. Getting started 21
Installing the SIM card and battery 21
Charging the battery 24
Switch the game deck on 25
26
Keys and parts 27
About the display 29
Accessing applications in the menu 29
Keypad lock (Keyguard) 29
Inserting a game or memory card 30
Ejecting a memory card 32
Playing a game 32
Saving power when playing 33
Starting a multi-player game 34
Tips for efficient use 35
3. Your game deck 37
Personalizing your game deck 37
Shortcuts in standby mode 38
Volume control 41
Making a call 45
Making a conference call (Network Service) 46
Answering or declining a call 47
Call waiting (Network Service) 48
Options during a call 48
5. N-Gage QD Arena launcher 50
Connect to N-Gage Arena 50
Getting started 51
Connection settings 51
Updating Arena launcher 52
Required Arena launcher updates 52
Registration and login 53
6. Contacts 54
Saving names and numbers - Creating and editing
contact cards 54
Copying contacts between the SIM card
and device memory 56
Adding a ringing tone for a contact card or group 56
Voice dialing 57
User ID and password 65
First login and service settings 65
Chat sessions 68
Chat history 70
IM contacts 71
Group chat 74
Settings 79
Log off service 80
9. Messaging 82
Writing text 83
Traditional text input 83
Predictive text input 84
Copying text to clipboard 86
Writing and sending messages 87
Settings needed for multimedia messaging 91
Settings needed for e-mail 92
Inbox 92
Opening the mailbox 96
Retrieving e-mail messages from the mailbox 96
Disconnecting from mailbox 99
Outbox - messages waiting to be sent 100
Viewing messages on a SIM card 100
Changing settings 141
Device settings 141
Call settings 143
Connection settings 145
Date and time 152
Security 152
Network 157
Enhancement settings 158
Log 158
Call log and general log 158
Voice mail 163
Calling your voice mailbox (Network Service) 163
Bluetooth connection 165
Bluetooth settings 166
Sending data via Bluetooth 167
Pairing devices 169
Receiving data via Bluetooth 170
Disconnecting Bluetooth 170
Connecting your game deck to a computer 171
Using the CD-ROM 171
View memory consumption 172
Free memory 172
Memory card tool 173
Format a memory card 174
Back up and restore information on a memory card 175
Lock the memory card 175
Remember to make backup copies of all important data.
CONNECTING TO OTHER DEVICES
When connecting to any other device, read its user guide for
detailed safety instructions. Do not connect incompatible products.
CALLING
Ensure the device is switched on and in service. Enter the
phone number, including the area code, then press . To end a
call, press . To answer a call, press [handset up].
EMERGENCY CALLS
Ensure the device is switched on and in service. Pressas many
times as needed (for example, to exit a call, to exit a menu) to clear
the display. Enter the emergency number, then press . Give
your location. Do not end the call until told to do so. Emergency
calls cannot be made in Offline mode.
HEADPHONES
Do not use dual headphones when your attention is required for
safety purposes.
A very small percentage of people may experience a seizure when
exposed to certain visual images, including flashing lights or
patterns that may appear in video games. Even people who have no
history of seizures or epilepsy may have an undiagnosed condition
that can cause photosensitive epileptic seizures while watching
video games. These seizures may have a variety of symptoms,
including lightheadedness, altered vision, eye or face twitching,
jerking or shaking of arms or legs, disorientation, confusion, or
momentary loss of awareness. Seizures may also cause loss of
consciousness or convulsions that can lead to injury from falling
down or striking nearby objects.
Immediately stop playing and consult a doctor if you experience any
of these symptoms.
CONNECTING TO OTHER DEVICES
When connecting to any other device, read its user guide for
detailed safety instructions. Do not connect incompatible products.
The wireless device described in this guide is approved for use on the GSM 850
and GSM 1900 networks.
A number of features included in this guide are called Network Services. These
are special services that you arrange through your wireless service provider.
Before you can take advantage of any of these Network Services, you must
subscribe to them through your service provider and obtain instructions for
their use from your service provider.
Note: Some networks may not support all language-dependent
characters and/or services.
Note: Check the model number of any charger before use with this
device. This device is intended for use when supplied with power from
ACP-12 and LCH-12.
Warning: Use only batteries, chargers and enhancements approved
by Nokia for use with this particular device model. The use of any other
types may invalidate any approval or warranty applying to the device,
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.
When using the features in this device, obey all laws and honor privacy and
Make sure to register your device at www.warranty.nokiausa.com or
1-888-NOKIA-2U (1-888-665-4228) so that we can serve your needs better
if you should need to call the center or have your device repaired.
E-newsletters
When you register your device, you can sign up for Nokia's e-newsletter Nokia
Connections if you would like. You will receive tips and tricks on using your
device, accessory information, and special offers.
Chargers, batteries, and enhancements
Check the model number of any charger before use with this device. This
device is intended for use when supplied with power from the ACP-12 and
LCH-12.
Warning: Use only batteries, chargers and enhancements approved
by Nokia for use with the particular model. The use of any other types
may invalidate any approval or warranty, and may be dangerous.
The BL-6C battery is the only battery approved by Nokia for use with
this device.
For availability of approved enhancements, please check with your dealer.
When you disconnect the power cord of any enhancement, grasp and pull the
The wireless device described in this guide is approved for use on GSM 850
and GSM 1900 networks. Contact your service provider for more information
about networks.
When using this features in this device, obey all laws and respect privacy and
legitimate rights of others.
Warning: To use any features in this device, other than the alarm
clock, the device must be switched on. Do not switch the device on
when wireless phone use may cause interference or danger.
Keep all miniature SIM cards out of the reach of small children.
Before removing the covers, always switch off the power and disconnect the
Nokia N-Gage QD™ mobile game deck from the charger or any other device.
Avoid touching electronic components while changing the covers. Always
store and use the game deck with the covers attached .
1 With the back of the game
deck facing you, press the
release button (1) and slide the
cover in the direction of the
arrow.
2 To release the SIM card holder, slide the holder in the direction of the
arrow (2).
3 Open it (3).
4 Insert the SIM card into the
holder (4). Make sure that
the bevelled corner on the
SIM card is facing outward
from the holder and that
the golden contact area on
the card is facing
downwards.
1 Connect the power cord to the charger.
2 Open the latch marked with .
Connect the power cord to the game
deck (1).
3 Connect the charger to an AC wall
outlet. The battery indicator bar starts
scrolling. The game deck can be used
while charging. If the battery is
totally run down, it may take up to a
few minutes before the charging
indicator is shown.
4 When the battery is fully charged, the
bar stops scrolling. Disconnect the
charger from the game deck and then
from the AC outlet.
TIPS ON EFFICIENT OPERATION: Your game
deck has a built-in antenna (grey area shown in
the picture). As with any other radio
transmitting device, do not touch the antenna
unnecessarily when the game deck is switched
on. Contact with the antenna affects call
quality and may cause the game deck to
operate at a higher power level than otherwise
needed. Not touching the antenna area during
a phone call optimizes the antenna
performance and the talktime.
NORMAL POSITION: Hold the game deck
(as shown in the picture) with the antenna
pointed up and over your shoulder.
1 Microphone is on the back.
2 Controller key for playing games and menu navigation.
3 OK key selects, accepts, or activates. In standby mode, press this key
to start a game.
4 Menu key opens the main Menu.
5 Loudspeaker is on the back.
6 Slot for memory or game cards.
7 and are the main game keys.
8 Power key is at the side.
9 Earpiece.
10 Edit key opens a list of commands for text editing such as Copy, Cut,
and Paste.
11 Clear key for deleting text and items.
12 Charger connector.
13 Headset connector.
Warning: When using a headset your ability to hear outside sounds
is reduced. Do not use a headset where it can endanger your safety.
A small number of missing, discolored, or bright dots may appear on the
screen. This is a characteristic of this type of display. Some displays may
contain pixels or dots that remain on or off. This is normal, not a fault.
Accessing applications in the menu
In standby mode, press the Menu key to open the main Menu. Use the
Controller key to navigate to different menu applications. To select and
open a menu, press the OK key. Use the same method to select and open
other menus and folders.
To quickly return to standby mode and make a phone call, press .
Keypad lock (Keyguard)
Use the keypad lock to prevent the keys from being accidentally pressed.
• To lock: In standby mode press and . When the keys are locked,
appears on the display.
Or, press once, select Lock keypad and press OK.
• To unlock: Press and .
Note: When the keyguard is on, to answer a call, press . During
a call, the phone can be operated in the normal way.
Note: When Keyguard is on, calls may be possible to the emergency
number programed into your phone (e.g. 911 or other official
emergency number). Just key in the emergency number and press
. The number is displayed only after you have keyed in its last
digit.
Note: If you choose to start games automatically when you insert a
game card, the keypad is unlocked when a game starts. Select
Tools > Settings > Device > General > Game auto-start > On to
set the auto-start.
Warning: In Offline profile you cannot make any calls, including
emergency calls, or use other features that require network coverage.
Inserting a game or memory card
Important: Keep all game and memory cards out of the reach of small
children.
Important: Before inserting or removing a memory card, save all
unsaved data. Inserting a memory card causes all open applications
to close. Unsaved data is lost when applications are closed.
Important: Use only MMC cards with this device. Other memory
cards, such as Secure Digital (SD) cards, do not fit in the MMC card
slot and are not compatible with this device. Nokia can only
guarantee full functionality with Nokia manufactured MMC cards
with a maximum memory of up to 2 gigabytes.
It is important not to add stickers or any type of adhesive to the MMC card.
This may cause the MMC card not to fit the card slot and can corrupt the card
or cause loss of data. See Memory card tool
.
If you do not want to be interrupted while playing, press in standby mode
and switch to Offline profile. When Offline profile is active, all GSM wireless
phone signals to and from the device are prevented. See Profiles
1 Open the card slot (1).
2 Insert a game or a memory card (2).
3 Close the card slot.
If you inserted a game card, the game starts automatically. Also, the game
icon is automatically added as the last item of the main Menu. Information
stored on a memory card is indicated with in different applications.
Important: Do not remove the card in the middle of an operation
when the indicator is blinking. Before inserting or removing a
memory card, close all applications by pressing Exitand save all
unsaved data. All applications are closed when inserting or removing
the card. Removing the card in the middle of an operation may cause
data loss, or the card may become corrupted.
Important: Pressing the key does not close applications, but
allows them to run in the background.
Press the power key and select Remove mem. card (available only if a
memory card is inserted).
Wait until Memory card can be removed now text appears and remove the
card.
Visit www.n-gage.com
game service settings.
for more information on available games and to get
Playing a game
Insert a game card, see Inserting a game or memory card. When the device is
switched on, the game starts automatically.
Note: Exit a game before removing a game card from the game deck.