Hereby, Sharp Telecommunications of Europe Ltd, declares
that this GX15 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/
EC.
A copy of the original declaration of conformity can be
found at the following Internet address:
http://www.sharp-mobile.com
Introduction
Congratulations and thank you for choosing the GX15.
About This User Guide
This user guide is carefully designed to help you learn about
your phone’s features and operations quickly and effectively.
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Introduction1
Powered by JBlend™ Copyright 19972004 Aplix Corporation. All rights reserved.
JBlend and all JBlend-based trademarks
and logos are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Aplix Corporation in Japan
and other countries.
Licensed by Inter Digital Technology Corporation under one
or more of the following United States Patents and/or their
domestic or foreign counterparts and other patents pending, including U.S. Patents: 4,675,863: 4,779,262:
4,785,450 & 4,811,420.
Licensed under U.S. Patent 4,558,302 and foreign counterparts.
T9 Text Input is licensed under one or more of the following:
U.S. Pat. Nos. 5,818,437, 5,953,541, 5,187,480, 5,945,928,
and 6,011,554; Australian Pat. No. 727539; Canadian Pat.
No. 1,331,057; United Kingdom Pat. No. 2238414B; Hong
Kong Standard Pat. No. HK0940329; Republic of Singapore
Pat. No. 51383; Euro. Pat. No. 0 842 463 (96927260.8) DE/
DK, FI, FR, IT, NL,PT.ES,SE,GB; Republic of Korea Pat.
Nos. KR201211B1 and KR226206B1; and additional
patents are pending worldwide.
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is a registered trademark of HI Corpora-
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/Micro3D Edition™
2Introduction
Bluetooth is a trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sharp is
under license. Other trademarks and trade names are
those of their respective owners.
CP8 PATENT
This product is licensed under the MPEG-4 Visual Patent
Portfolio License for the personal and non-commercial use of
a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the
MPEG-4 Video Standard (“MPEG-4 Video”) and/or (ii) decode
MPEG-4 Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in
a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained
from a licensed video provider. No license is granted or
implied for any other use. Additional information may be
obtained from MPEG LA. See http://www.mpegla.com.
This product is licensed under the MPEG-4 Systems Patent
Portfolio License for encoding in compliance with the MPEG4 Systems Standard, except that an additional license and
payment of royalties are necessary for encoding in
connection with (i) data stored or replicated in physical media
which is paid for on a title by title basis and/or (ii) data which
is paid for on a title by title basis and is transmitted to an end
user for permanent storage and/or use. Such additional
license may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. See http://
www.mpegla.com for additional details.
Useful Functions and Services
Your phone offers you the following features:
• A built-in digital camera for taking pictures and
video clips.
• A message function for reading and creating SMS
messages.
• MMS (Multimedia Messaging Services) for
personalising your phone in various ways.
• A WAP browser for accessing information on the
mobile Internet.
• Java™ applications. You can also download various
applications from Vodafone via the mobile Internet.
• A melody editing function for creating original
ringtones using up to 32 voices.
• A voice recorder function for recording and playing
back voice clips.
•A Bluetooth
establishing contact and transmitting data with
certain devices. You can transmit pictures, sounds,
and video clips to OBEX-enabled phones.
• An infrared interface for data communication. You
can transmit pictures, sounds, and video clips to
OBEX-enabled phones.
®
wireless technology interface for
• A data synchronization function for synchronizing
the Contacts List and schedule entries with Microsoft
Outlook or Outlook Express on a PC.
• A schedule alarm for creating and sending schedule
entries with alarm settings.
VEHICLE USE ........................................110
SAR .......................................................... 111
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE IN USA ......111
Index ......................................................... 114
6Table of Contents
Your Phone
Please check the following carefully. Your phone
should come complete with:
• GSM 900/1800/1900 GPRS phone
• Rechargeable Li-ion battery
• AC charger
•CD-ROM
• User guide
• Quickstart guide
Optional Accessories
• Li-ion Spare battery (XN-1BT30)
• Cigarette lighter charger (XN-1CL30)
• USB data cable (XN-1DC30)
• AC charger (XN-1QC30, XN-1QC31)
• Personal handsfree kit (XN-1ER20)
The above accessories may not be available in all
regions.
For details, please contact your dealer.
Your Phone7
Getting Started
1
2
8
3
4
5
10
9
6
11
7
1. Earpiece
2. Navigation Keys (Arrow Keys):
abcdMoves cursor to select
Up/Down arrow keys: Displays Contacts List
Left arrow key:
Right arrow key:Displays list of Saved
8Getting Started
12
menu items, etc.
entries in stand-by mode.
Displays list of Applications
in stand-by mode.
Pictures in stand-by mode.
13
14
15
16
19
20
17
21
22
18
3. Centre Key:Displays Main menu in
stand-by mode and
executes functions.
4. Left Soft Key:Executes the function at the
Abottom left of the screen.
5. Send Key:Makes or accepts calls,
Dviews the call in stand-by
mode.
6. Voice Mail Key:Press and hold this key to
Gconnect to the Voice mail
centre automatically.
(Depends on the SIM card.)
7. * /Shift Key:Switches character case
Pamong four modes: Abc,
ABC, 123 and abc.
8. Display
9. Right Soft Key:Executes the function at the
Cbottom right of the screen.
Used to access “Vodafone
live!” by opening the
browser in stand-by mode.
10.End/Power Key:Ends a call, turns power on/
Foff.
11.Keypad
12.# Key:Switches symbol screens.
RPress and hold this key on
the text entry screen to shift
text input method between
multi-tap and T9 mode.
Press and hold this key
during stand-by to switch
Profiles settings between
Normal and Silent mode.
13.Side-Up/Side-Down Keys:
VWMoves cursor to select
menu items, adjusts
earpiece volume, etc.
14.External Connector:
Used to connect either the
charger or USB data cable.
15.Microphone
16.Infrared Port:Sends and receives data via
infrared.
17.Camera Key:Starts the digital camera in
stand-by mode.
Takes pictures or records
videos in viewfinder mode.
18.Handsfree Kit Connector
19.RF Connector
20.Camera
21.Self-Portrait Mirror: For taking a self-portrait.
22.Battery Cover
Getting Started9
Inserting the SIM Card and the
Battery
1. Slide off the battery cover ().
1
3. Hold the battery so that the metal contacts of the
battery are facing down, slide the guides on the top
of the battery into the battery slots , and then
insert it .
2
2. Slide the SIM card into the SIM holder.
10Getting Started
2
1
4. Replace the battery cover and slide it as shown
below.
SIM card
Note
• Make sure that only 3V SIM cards are used.
• Make sure that the standard accessory battery
(XN-1BT30) is used.
Removing the SIM Card and the Battery
1. Make sure to turn off your phone and disconnect the
charger and other accessories. Slide off the battery
cover ().
1
2
2. Pick up the battery using the protruding edge and
remove the battery from the phone.
3. Hold down gently whilst sliding the SIM card
out of the SIM holder .
1
2
Battery Disposal
The device is supported by a battery. In order to protect
the environment, please read the following points
concerning battery disposal:
• Take the used battery to your local waste depot,
dealer or customer service centre for recycling.
• Do not expose the used battery to an open flame, into
water or dispose with the household waste.
Getting Started11
Charging the Battery
You must charge the battery for at least 2 hours before
using your phone for the first time.
Using the Charger
1. Remove the cover of the external connector, and
connect the charger to the external socket located at
the bottom of the phone by pressing both sides
indicated with arrows. Connect the charger to an
AC outlet. Keep the cover in a safe place so as not
to lose it.
When the phone is charging, the animated battery
status icon () in the upper right of the screen
displays the current status.
Standard charging time: Approx. 2 hours.
12Getting Started
Note
• Charging time may vary depending on the state of the
battery and other conditions. (See “Battery” on
page 108.)
To Disconnect the Charger
Push and hold the side buttons of the charger, then
disconnect the charger from the external socket of the
phone.
2. When charging is complete, the battery indicator
icon displays the full charge status. Unplug the
charger from the AC outlet, then unplug the charger
connector from the phone. Put the cover back.
Note
• Do not use any non approved charger, this may
damage your phone and invalidate any warranty,
please see “Battery” on page 108 for details.
To Charge Using the Cigarette Lighter Charger
The optional cigarette lighter charger supplies power
for charging from the cigarette lighter socket of a car.
Battery Level Indicator
The current battery level is displayed in the upper right
hand side of the screen.
Low Battery During Use
When the battery is running low, an alarm will sound
and the “” is displayed on the screen.
If you are using your phone and you hear the “low
battery” alarm, attach your charger as soon as possible.
The phone may not be able to continue normal
operation if you continue to use it. The battery may only
last approximately five minutes before the phone itself
powers down during a call.
Battery IndicatorsCharge Level
Sufficiently charged
Partially charged
Charging recommended
Charging required
Empty
Turning Your Phone On and Off
To turn the power on, press and hold F for
approximately 2 seconds.
The stand-by screen is displayed.
To turn the power off, press and hold F for
approximately 2 seconds.
To Enter the PIN Code
If activated you are asked to enter a PIN (Personal
Identification Number) code after turning on your
phone.
1. Enter your PIN code.
2. Press .
Note
• If your PIN code is entered incorrectly three times in
a row, the SIM card is locked. See “Enabling/
Disabling the PIN Code” on page 100.
Getting Started13
To Copy Contacts List from the SIM Card
When you insert the SIM card into your phone for the
first time and start the Contacts List application, you are
asked whether you wish to copy Contacts List entries
on the SIM card. Follow the on-screen instructions, or
you can do it later using the Contacts List menu as
follows:
→
“Contacts”
“Advanced”
“Contacts List” → [Options] →
→
“Copy All Entries”
1. Select “From SIM to Handset”.
Keypad Lock
You can lock the keypad to prevent it from being
pressed accidentally.
Locking the Keypad
1. Press P, then [LockKeys] during stand-by.
The soft and centre keys are not displayed.
To unlock, press P, then [Yes].
14Getting Started
Tip
• Emergency numbers (112, etc.) can be input and
dialled regardless of the keypad lock.
• To lock the keypad automatically, see “Auto Keypad
Lock” on page 100.
Display Indicators
Left soft
key
Centre key/Navigation keys
Status
indicators
Right soft key
Status Indicators
1./:Strength of received signal / Service out
of range
2.:GPRS enabled and within range —
flashes during GRPS transmission.
3./ / : Alerts [Text message / Multimedia
message / WAP]
4./ :Current application [executed (colour) /
suspended (grey)]
5.(No display)/////:
Current profile [Normal / Meeting /
Activity / Car / Headset / Silent]
6.:T9 text input method enabled
7. ///:
Current text input method [First letter
upper case / Upper case / Lower case /
Numeric]
8.:“Diverts” (p. 91) set to “All Calls”
Getting Started15
9./ :Secured WAP page displayed
10.:Call incoming
11.:Call in progress
12./ :Current WAP or MMS communication
mode [CSD / GPRS]
25./ :Schedule entry with reminder alarm
[enabled / disabled]
26.:Keypad Lock (p. 14) enabled
Navigating Functions
All applications are accessed from the Main menu. To
open the Main menu, press the centre key () during
stand-by.
To launch applications, you will need to highlight menu
items, and make selections. To select a menu item
(indicated in quotation marks), move the cursor using
a, b, c and d, and press to commit your
selection.
In certain procedures, you will need to press one of the
soft keys (indicated in square brackets), which are
displayed at the bottom left and right of the screen.
Press the corresponding soft key (A or C).
To return to the previous screen, press the right soft key
if it displays “Back”. To close the Main menu, press the
right soft key if it displays “Exit”.
Each section in this user guide starts with a list of items
you will need to select in order (indicated in italics)
before performing the procedures shown. Select each
item to reveal the next set of items that you have to
select. Open subsection items after opening those listed
in the main section.
Example:
→
“Contacts”
“Advanced”
“Contacts List” → [Options] →
Navigating Functions17
Call Functions
Making a Call
1. Enter the area code and the phone number you wish
to dial and press D to dial.
If you enter the wrong number, press [Clear] to
delete the number to the left of the cursor.
Emergency Calls
1. Enter 112 or 911 (international emergency number)
using the keypad and press D to dial.
Note
• Emergency calls may not be available on all mobile
phone networks when certain network services and/
or phone features are in use. Contact your network
operator for more information.
• This Emergency number can normally be used to
make an emergency call in any country, with or
without a SIM card inserted, if a GSM network is
within range.
18Call Functions
International Calls
1. Press and hold P until a “+” (international
dialling prefix) sign is displayed.
2. Enter the country code, followed by the area code
(without the leading zero) and the phone number,
and press D to dial.
Speed Dialling
Up to 9 phone numbers from the Contacts List memory
(Handset and SIM) can be assigned to speed dials. You
can call the numbers using the digit keys (H to O
and Q).
For details on setting the Speed Dial List, see “Speed
Dial List” on page 33.
1. To dial a number using the speed dial, press and
hold any of the digit keys (H to O and Q).
The phone number stored in the Speed Dial List is
dialled.
Redialling
You can redial numbers in the call log. Select from
specific categories or “All Calls”. Specific category
contains up to 10 numbers and the “All Calls” list
contains up to 30.
1. Press D during stand-by.
2. Select the category from “All Calls”, “Dialled
Numbers”, “Missed Calls” or “Received Calls”.
To switch logs, press c or d.
3. Select the phone number you wish to call.
4. Press D to redial the call.
Automatic Redialling
This setting allows you to automatically redial the
number if the first attempt was unsuccessful because
the called party was busy.
If you wish to stop redialling, press F or [End].
To Set the Auto Redial Function
→
“Settings”
1. Select “On” or “Off”.
Note
• When you receive an incoming call, the Auto Redial
function is interrupted.
“Call Settings” → “Auto Redial”
• Automatic redialling is not available for fax and data
calls.
Answering a Call
When an incoming call is detected, the phone rings.
1. Press D, or [Answer] to answer the call.
Or press any key except F and [Busy] when the
“Any Key Answer” function is enabled. Set the Any
Key Answer function in the profile of each mode.
(p. 88)
Tip
• When the Personal handsfree kit (option) is
connected to the phone, you can answer calls by
pressing the Answer button.
• If you have subscribed to the Calling Line
Identification (CLI) service and the caller’s network
sends the number, the caller’s number is displayed on
the screen. If the caller’s name and number are
stored in the Contacts List, the caller’s name and
phone number are displayed on the screen.
Call Functions19
• If the number is a restricted number, the display
shows “Withheld”.
• When receiving a call from the person whose picture
is registered in the Contacts List, receiving display
and the picture are displayed alternately.
Rejecting an Incoming Call
1. Press F or press and hold the side-up or side-
down key whilst the phone is ringing to reject a call
you do not wish to answer.
Letting the Caller Know You are Unavailable
1. Press [Busy] whilst the phone is ringing to send a
busy tone to the caller of an incoming call letting
them know that you cannot answer the call.
20Call Functions
Incall Menu
Your phone has additional functions available whilst a
call is in progress.
Adjusting the Earpiece Volume
During a call, you can adjust the earpiece volume (and
handsfree volume, if connected).
1. During a call, press the side-up or side-down key to
display the Earpiece Volume screen.
2. Press the side-up key or a to increase the volume
of the call or press the side-down key or b to
decrease the volume.
Five levels (level 1 to 5) are selectable.
3. Press when the volume is set to the desired
level.
The phone returns to the in-call screen
automatically if left unoperated.
Putting a Call on Hold
This function allows you to manage two calls at the
same time. If you wish to make another call whilst you
are talking to someone, you can put the current call on
hold to call someone else.
To Make Another Call during a Call
1. During a call, press [Options].
2. Select “Hold”.
The current call is put on hold.
3. To retrieve a call, press [Options] and select
“Retrieve”.
4. Enter the phone number you wish to make another
call to, then press D.
Tip
• You can also make another call by entering the phone
number during a call instead of steps 1 and 2. The
current call is automatically put on hold.
Call Waiting
This service notifies you of another incoming call
whilst you have a call in progress.
1. During a call, press [Options] and select “Hold &
Answer” to answer the second call.
The first call is put on hold and you can now talk to
the second caller.
2. Press [Options] and select “Swap Calls” to switch
between the two calls.
3. Press [Options] and select “Release Call” to end the
current call and return to the held call.
Note
• You need to set “Call Waiting” to “On” if you use the
Call Waiting service (p. 92).
• Call Waiting service may not be available on all
networks. Contact your network operator for more
information.
• If you do not wish to answer the second call, press
[Busy], or press [Options], and select “Busy” or
“Reject”, in step 1. If “Reject” is selected, the call
log of the second call is saved as a missed call.
Call Functions21
Accessing SMS Menu During a Call
1. During a call, press [Options] and select “Text”.
The following options are available: “Create
Message” to make an SMS, or “Inbox”, “Sent” or
“Drafts” to access these folders. For details on SMS,
see “Text (SMS)” on page 48.
Conference Call
Conference call is a call with more than 2 participants.
You may include up to 5 participants in a conference
call.
To Make a Conference Call
To make a conference call, you must have one active
call and one held call.
1. During a call, press [Options] and select
“Multiparty” to answer the second call.
2. Select “Conference All” to join the conference call.
3. Press F to end the conference call.
22Call Functions
Note
• Conference call service may not be available on all
networks. Contact your network operator for more
information.
• You have more options for the Conference call in step
3:
• To put all participants on hold, select “Conference
Hold All”.
• To put all participants except the current call on
hold, select “Private”.
• To end the call with all participants, select
“Release All”.
• To disconnect from the conference call but still
allow the other participants to continue talking
together, select “Transfer”.
• To put the current call on hold and continue to
have a conference call with the remaining
participants, select “Exclude”.
• To reject adding more participants to the current
party, select “Reject”, or you can send the busy
tone by selecting “Busy”.
To Add New Participants to the Conference Call
1. Press [Options] and select “Dial”.
2. Enter the number you wish to include in the
conference call and press D to dial.
3. Press [Options] and select “Multiparty”.
4. Select “Conference All” to join the conference call.
If you wish to add other participants, repeat steps 1
to 4.
To End the Call with a Conference Call Participant
1. During a conference call, highlight the person that
you wish to disconnect from the conference call.
2. Press [Options] and select “Release Call”.
To Have a Private Conversation with One of the
Participants
If you wish to have a private conversation with one of
the participants, you may select the participant from the
conference list and put the other participants on hold.
1. During a conference call, select the person that you
wish to talk to.
2. Press [Options] and select “Multiparty”.
3. Select “Private”.
4. Once you have finished the private conversation,
press [Options] and select “Multiparty”.
5. Select “Conference All” to return to the conference
call.
Muting the Microphone
1. During a call, press [Mute] to mute the microphone.
To unmute the microphone, press [Unmute].
Call Functions23
Entering Characters
When entering characters to create Contacts List
entries, text messages or multimedia messages, etc.,
press the corresponding keys.
In multi-tap input method, press each key until the
desired character is displayed. For example, press H
once for the letter “A” or twice for the letter “B”.
Table of Characters
Pressing each key scrolls characters in the following
order. The order varies depending on the language
selected.
Switches character case among four modes:
Abc, ABC, 123 and abc.
.,?!:;-+#*
@' ''( )_&€£$
%/ ˜<>§=\ | ¥
¿¡^[ ]{ }¤ЕД
Же дж а ЗЙ и й м
СсЦШцштЯЬь
ù ∆ΦΓ ΛΩΠΨΣΘΞ (space) ↵
Lower Case
Characters
Numeric
G-O: Press and hold to enter 0 - 9 numbers.
Q
P:Press and hold to enter *.
R:Press and hold to shift between multi-
tap and T9 mode.
Changing the Input Languages
You can change the input language on the text entry
screen.
1. On the text entry screen, press [Options].
2. Select “Input Language”.
If “Input Language” is not displayed, select “Text
Options” and then select “Input Language”.
3. Select the desired language.
Changing the Input Method
T9 Text Input
T9 text input method is a shortcut to enter text easily
and quickly.
1. On the text entry screen, press and hold R to enter
T9 mode.
2. Press [Options].
3. Select “Input Method”.
If “Input Method” is not displayed, select “Text
Options” and then select “Input Method”.
4. Select the input mode (Abc, ABC, abc, 123).
5. Press each key once for any letter you require on
that key.
To enter the word “How”, press J L O.
6. If the word shown isn’t the one you want, press a
or b until you highlight the correct one.
7. Press to select the word.
Note
• If the correct word is not shown in step 6, enter the
correct word again after switching to the multi-tap
input method.
Tip
• If you press Q instead of step 7, a space is inserted
next to the selected word.
Symbols and Punctuations
1. On the text entry screen, press [Options].
2. Select “Add Symbol”.
If “Add Symbol” is not displayed, select “Text
Options” and then select “Add Symbol”.
3. Select the desired symbol.
Entering Characters25
My Dictionary
You can create your own word list for T9 text input.
1. On the text entry screen in T9 mode, press
[Options].
2. Select “My Dictionary”.
If “My Dictionary” is not displayed, select “Text
Options” and then select “My Dictionary”.
3. Select “Add New Word” and enter a new word.
To edit a word in the list
1. On the text entry screen in T9 mode, press
[Options].
2. Select “My Dictionary”.
If “My Dictionary” is not displayed, select “Text
Options” and then select “My Dictionary”.
3. Select the desired word.
4. Press [Options] and select “Edit”.
5. Modify the word.
Using Text Templates
You can use the sentences registered in Text Templates
when entering characters.
For details on creating the text template, see “Adding
Phrases to Text Templates” on page 63.
26Entering Characters
1. On the text entry screen, move the cursor to the
point you wish to insert the template.
2. Press [Options].
3. Select “Text Template”.
If “Text Template” is not displayed, select “Text
Options” and then select “Text Template”.
4. Select the desired text template.
The selected text template is inserted.
Using the Menu
Accessing Applications
1. Press during stand-by.
The Main menu is displayed.
2. Navigate to required location.
3. Press to access function.
Shortcut Keys
You can shortcut to the specified menus by pressing
and digit keys for the menu’s corresponding number on
the Main menu. See the following table for reference.
Shortcuts are listed in the headings of this manual. For
example: “M 9-6”.
Example: To Access “Language” Sub Menu
Using Shortcut Keys
Press O L.
Note
• The shortcut keys work for the first three menu levels
only.
Using the Menu27
List of Menu Functions
Menu No./
Main Menu
1 Games & More1 Applications
2 Vodafone live!1 Vodafone live!
3 Applications
4 Messages1 Create Message
28Using the Menu
2 Screensavers
3 More Games
4 Settings
5 Java™ Information
2 Games
3 Ringtones
4 Pictures
5 News
6 Sport
7 Find & Seek
8 Chat
9 Search