Siemens SL56 User Manual
SL56
User Guide
Guide De L'Utilisateur
Guia Para El Usuario
Contents
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Safety precautions ..................... 2
Safety Information ..................... 4
Antenna care ........................... 4
Phone operation ...................... 4
Electronic devices ..................... 5
SAR (Cell Phone Designation) .... 8
Overview of the phone ............ 10
Display symbols (selection) ..... 14
Getting started ......................... 16
Insert SIM card/battery ........... 16
Charge battery ....................... 17
Switch on, off/PIN entry ........... 18
Switching on your phone
for the first time ..................... 18
Signal strength. ...................... 19
General instructions ................. 20
Security .................................... 21
Security numbers ................... 21
Calling ...................................... 23
Text entry ................................. 26
Highlighting mode ................... 29
è Default Book ..................... 30
Phonebook ............................... 31
Addressbook ............................ 32
Voice dialing .......................... 33
Groups ................................... 34
Z Call Log/Durat/Charges ......... 35
] Voice mail/CB Services ....... 36
] Message lists/profile .......... 37
] SMS .................................... 38
] MMS .................................. 39
] E-mail ................................. 40
É Surf & Fun ........................... 41
Internet browser (WAP) .......... 41
Games & More ........................42
m Setup ..................................43
~ Profiles ...............................51
ç Organizer ............................52
Calendar .................................52
Appointments ........................ 52
Tasks ......................................52
Notes .....................................52
Time Zones .............................53
Voice Memo ...........................53
[ Extras ..................................54
Alarm Clock ............................ 54
Calculator ...............................54
Currency Conv ........................54
Stopwatch ..............................54
Countdown ...........................55
Camera (Accessories) ..............55
Voice command ......................56
Fast access key/Favorites .........57
Ñ File Manager ........................58
Print via.../Send via ... ...............60
Questions & Answers ................61
Customer Care ..........................64
Specifications ...........................65
Exposure to radiofrequency
signals ....................................65
Technical data ....................... 65
Trademarks ............................ 65
Care and maintenance ............. 66
U.S. FDA ....................................67
FCC/Industry Canada Notice .....73
Ten Driving Safety Tips .............74
Intellectual Property .................76
Index .........................................77
This is a short version of the User Guide.
Please find the full version on the CD-ROM.
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Safety precautions
NOTE:
Review these operating instructions and
safety precautions carefully before use.
Do not use mobile phone in hospitals or in the vicinity of medical
devices, such as pacemakers or
hearing aids. Mobile phones
may interfere with the operation
of these devices. Keep a minimum distance of 6– 8" between
pacemaker and mobile phone.
When using the mobile phone
hold it to the ear farthest from
the pacemaker.
Always use the handsfree kit to
make calls while driving (p. 51).
Turn off mobile phone while
aboard any aircraft. To prevent
accidental activation, see
(p. 51).
Do not use mobile phone near
gas stations, fuel depots, chemical plants or blasting operations. Mobile phones may cause
interference with the operation
of technical installations.
The ring tone and hands-free
speaker are reproduced through
the earpiece. Never hold the
handset to your ear when the
handset is ringing or when using
the hands-free speaker mode.
Serious and permanent damage
could occur to your hearing!
Caution! SIM card may be removed. Small parts could be
swallowed by children.
Do not exceed the mains voltage (V) specified on the power
supply unit.
Do not use an optical magnifier
to look at the activated infrared
interface [Class 1 LED product
(classification as per
IEC 60825-1)].
Only use original Siemens batteries (100% mercury-free) and
charging devices. Use of nonSiemens batteries and/or charging devices may cause explosion resulting in serious injury or
property damage.
It is recommended that you
open the phone only to replace
the battery (100% mercury-free)
or SIM card. Do not open the
battery under any circumstances. Any other changes to this
device may invalidate the FCC
authorization required for operation of the unit, and are strictly
prohibited.
Dispose of used batteries and
phones in accordance with applicable laws and safety regulations.
Safety precautions
Mobile phones may interfere
with the operation of nearby
TVs, radios or PCs.
For body worn operation, this
mobile phone has been tested
and meets FCC RF exposure
guidelines when used with a
carry accessory that contains no
metal and that positions the
handset atleast 0.001 cm from
the bodyy. Use of other carry accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure
guidelines.
Only use original Siemens accessories in order to avoid possible injury and property
damage and to ensure compliance with applicable laws and
regulations.
Improper use invalidates the warranty!
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Safety Information
Important
Read this information before using
your wireless handheld phone.
As this mobile phone is equipped
with a fixed (non-retractable) antenna, some paragraphs in the below text may not be applicable.
Antenna care
Use only the supplied or an approved
replacement antenna. Unauthorized
antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the phone and
may violate FCC regulations.
Phone operation
Normal position
Hold the phone as you would any
other telephone with the antenna
pointed up and over your shoulder.
Tips on efficient operation
For your phone to operate most effi-
ciently:
• Extend your antenna fully (if applicable).
• Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily when the phone is in use.
Contact with the antenna affects
call quality and may cause the
phone to operate at a higher power level than otherwise needed.
Driving
Laws pertaining to the use of mobile
phones while driving vary significantly from state-to-state and sometimes even from locality-to-locality
within states. For example, some areas may allow persons to use their
mobile phones only if they employ a
hands-free device, and some areas
may prohibit the use of mobile
phones entirely. Accordingly,
Siemens recommends that persons
check the laws for the areas in which
they drive or will be driving. For areas where the use of mobile phones
while driving is permitted, Siemens
encourages persons to use their
phones responsibly and to employ
hands-free devices. Also, if using
your phone while driving, please:
• Give full attention to driving –
driving safely is your first responsibility;
• Use hands-free operation, if available;
• Pull off the road and park before
making or answering a call, if driving conditions so require.
• Review the Ten Driving Safety Tips
set forth on p. 74.
Safety Information
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For vehicles equipped with
Air Bags
An air bag inflates with great force.
DO NOT place objects, including either installed or portable wireless
equipment, in the area over the air
bag or in the air bag deployment area. If in-vehicle wireless equipment
is improperly installed and the air
bag inflates, serious injury could
result.
Electronic devices
Most modern electronic equipment
is shielded from radiofrequency (RF)
signals. However, certain electronic
equipment may not be shielded
against the RF signals from your
wireless phone.
Pacemakers
The Health Industry Manufacturer’s
Association recommends that a minimum separation of six inches (6”) be
maintained between a handheld
wireless phone and a pacemaker to
avoid potential interference with the
pacemaker. These recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and recommendations of Wireless Technology
Research.
Persons with pacemakers:
• should ALWAYS keep the phone
more than six inches from their
pacemaker when the phone is
turned ON;
• should not carry the phone in a
breast pocket;
• should use the ear opposite the
pacemaker to minimize the potential for interference;
• should turn the phone OFF immediately if there is any reason to
suspect that interference is taking
place.
Hearing Aids
Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids. In
the event of such interference, you
may want to consult your service
provider or your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives.
Other Medical Devices
If you use any other personal medical devices, consult the manufacturers of your devices to determine if
they are adequately shielded from
external RF energy. Your physician
may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.
Turn your phone OFF in health care
facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do
so. Hospitals or health care facilities
may be using equipment that could
be sensitive to external RF energy.
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Safety Information
Vehicles
RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded
electronic systems in motor vehicles.
Check with the manufacturer or its
representative regarding your vehicle. You should also consult the
manufacturer of any equipment that
has been added to your vehicle.
Posted Facilities
Turn your phone OFF in any facility
where posted notices so require.
Airplanes
FCC and Airline Regulations prohibit
using your phone while in the air.
Turn your phone OFF before boarding an airplane.
Check and comply with the policy of
your airline regarding the use of your
phone while the airplane is on the
ground.
Blasting areas
To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your phone OFF when
in a “blasting area” or in areas posted: “Turn off two-way radio.” Obey
all signs and instructions.
Potentially explosive
atmospheres
Turn your phone OFF when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas
could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even
death.
Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often but not always
clearly marked. They include: fueling
areas such as gasoline stations; below deck on boats; fuel or chemical
transfer or storage facilities; vehicles
using liquefied petroleum gas (such
as propane or butane); areas where
the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust or metal
powders; and any other area where
you would normally be advised to
turn off your vehicle engine.
Emergency calls (SOS)
Your wireless phone can be used to
make emergency calls. You can
make an emergency call from the
main display screen. Enter the local
emergency number such as 911 and
then press the A key
This phone, like any wireless phone,
operates using radio signals, wireless and landline networks, and userprogrammed functions. Because of
this, connections in all conditions
cannot be guaranteed. Therefore,
you should never rely solely on any
wireless phone for essential commu-
Safety Information
nications (for example, medical
emergencies). Remember - to make
or receive any calls, the phone must
be switched on and be used in a service area that has adequate signal
strength. Emergency calls might not
be possible on all wireless phone
networks or when certain network
services or phone features are in use.
Check with local service providers regarding their network features.
Always make certain that your
phone is properly charged before attempting any emergency calls. If
you allow your battery to discharge,
you will be unable to receive or make
calls, including emergency calls. You
must then wait a few minutes after
the charging begins to place any
emergency calls.
When making an emergency call, remember to give all of the necessary
information as accurately as possible. Remember that your wireless
phone might be the only means of
communication at the scene of an
accident, therefore you should not
terminate the call until given permission to do so.
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SAR (Cell Phone Designation)
RF EXPOSURE /SPECIFIC
ABSORPTION RATE (SAR)
INFORMATION
THIS SIEMENS SL56 PHONE MEETS
THE GOVERNMENT'S REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS.
Your cell phone is a radio transmitter
and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission
limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy established by
the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. Government and by Health Canada. These
limits are part of comprehensive
guidelines and establish permitted
levels of RF energy for the general
population. The guidelines were
developed and confirmed by independent scientific organizations
through periodic and thorough evaluation of scientific studies*. The
standards include a substantial
safety margin designed to assure the
safety of all persons, regardless of
age and health.
The exposure standard for cell
phones employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit
established by the FCC and by Health
Canada is 1.6 W/kg**. Tests for SAR
are conducted using standard operating positions accepted by the FCC
and by Industry Canada with the
phone transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands. Although the SAR is
determined at the highest certified
power level, the actual SAR level of
the phone while operating can be
well below the maximum value. This
is because the phone is designed to
operate at multiple power levels so
as to use only the power required to
reach the network. In general, the
closer you are to a wireless base station, the lower the power output.
Before a phone model is available for
sale to the public, it must be tested
and the manufacturer must certify to
the FCC and Industry Canada that it
does not exceed the limit established by each government for safe
exposure. The tests are performed in
positions and locations (e.g., at the
ear and worn on the body), reported
to the FCC and available for review
by Industry Canada. The highest SAR
value for this model phone when
testest for use at the ear is
and when worn on the body
Additional information on Specific
Absorption Rates (SAR) can be found
on the Cellular Telecommunications
Internet Association (CTIA) web-site
at www.phonefacts.net or the Canadian Wireless Telecommunications
Association (CWTA) website
www.cwta.ca.
SAR information on this Siemens
SL56 phone is on file with the FCC
and can be found under the Display
Grant section of
http://www.fcc.gov/oet/fccid
after searching on FCC ID PWX-SL56.
1.13 W/kg***
1.11 W/kg***
+
is
SAR (Cell Phone Designation)
While there may be differences
between the SAR levels of various
phones and at various positions, all
Siemens products meet the governmental requirements for safe RF
exposure.
+
For body worn operation, this
mobile phone has been tested
and meets FCC RF exposure
guidelines when used with a
carry accessory that contains no
metal and that positions the
handset at least 0.001 cm from
the body. Use of other carry
accessories may not ensure
compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines.
* The World Health Organization
(WHO, CH-1211 Geneva 27,
Switzerland), on the basis of the
actual knowledge, does not see
any necessity for special precautionary measures when using
cell phones.
Further information:
www.who.int/peh-emf,
www.mmfai.org,
www.my-siemens.com.
** averaged over 1 g of tissue.
***SAR values may vary depending
on national requirements and
network bands. SAR information
for different regions can be
found at www.my-siemens.com
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Overview of the phone
c Loudspeaker
d Display icons
Signal strength/GPRS available/battery level.
e Control key
See next page.
f Input keys
Numbers, letters
g Microphone
h Integrated antenna
Do not interfere unnecessarily with the phone
above the battery cover. This reduces the
signal quality/signal strength.
i Dictation key
(in standby mode):
Hold down: record.
Press briefly: play back.
j Plus/minus side key
• During a call: volume loud-quiet.
• In menus, lists and WAP pages: scroll up
and down.
• In standby mode:
Press side key at top briefly: show profile
selection. Hold down key at bottom: start
voice control.
k Infrared interface
(IrDA, e.g. for communication between
PC/PDA and cell phone).
l Device interface
Connection for charger, headset etc.
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d Menu
Overview of the phone
c Soft keys
The current functions of these keys are shown
in the bottom line of the display as §text§ or
symbols (e.g. d).
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d Control key
In the main menu:
I Navigation.
In lists and menus:
G Scroll up/down.
D
C
During a call:
D
In standby mode:
E
F
D
C GPRS info.
e
Dial phone number/name displayed, take
calls. Shows last 10 phone numbers dialed in
standby mode.
Select function.
Menu level back.
Open call menu.
Voice control (hold down).
Open Addressbook/Phonebook.
Open menu.
A
Call key
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