Nokia N971 Owners Manual

							Find helpFor local services and warranty information, please
refer to the separate booklet.SupportWhen you want to learn more about how to use your
product or you are unsure how your device should
function, see the support pages at www.nokia.com/
support or your local Nokia website, www.nokia.mobi/
support (with a mobile device), the Help application in
the device, or the user guide.
If this does not resolve your issue, do one of the
following:
●Restart the device: switch off the device, and remove
the battery. After about a minute, replace the
battery, and switch  on the device.
● Restore the original factory settings as explained in
the user guide. Your documents and files will be
deleted in the rese t, so back up your data first.
● Update your device softwa re regularly for optimum
performance and possible new features, as
explained in the user guide.
If your issue remains unsolved, contact Nokia for repair
options. See www.nokia.co m/repair, or in Latin
America, www.nokia-latinoamerica.com/
centrosdeservicio. Before sending your device for
repair, always back up th e data in your device.In-device helpYour device contains instructions to help to use the
applications in your device.
To open help texts from the main menu, select Menu  >
Applications >  Help and the application for which
you want to read instructions.
When an application  is open, to access the help text for
the current view, select  Options > Help .
When you are reading the instructions, to change the
size of the help text, select  Options > Decrease font
size or  Increase font size .
You may find links to related topics at the end of the
help text. If you select an underlined word, a short
explanation is displayed. Help texts use the following
indicators: 
 Link to a related help topic. 
 Link to
the application being discussed.
When you are reading the instructions, to switch
between help texts and the ap plication that is open in
the background, select  Options > Show open apps.
and the desired application.
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							Accessibility solutionsNokia is committed to making mobile phones easy to
use for all individuals, including those with disabilities.
For more information, visit the Nokia website at
www.nokiaaccessibility.com.Do more with  your deviceThere are various applications provided by Nokia and
third party software develope rs, that help you do more
with your device. To find and download applications,
visit the Ovi Store at store. ovi.com. These applications
are explained in the guides that are available on the
product support pages at www.nokia.com/support or
your local Nokia website.Update device softwareSoftware updates over the airSelect  Menu > Applications  > SW update .
With Software update (netwo rk service), you can check
if there are updates available for your device software
or applications, and downlo ad them to your device.
Downloading software up dates may involve the
transmission of large amounts of data (network
service).
Make sure that the device  battery has enough power,
or connect the charger before starting the update.
Warning:   If you install a software update, you
cannot use the device, even to make emergency calls,
until the installation is completed and the device is
restarted. Be sure to back up data before accepting
installation of an update.
After updating your device software or applications
using Software update, the instructions related to the
updated applications in the user guide or the helps
may no longer be up to date.
To download the availa ble updates, select 
 . To
unmark specific updates that you do not want to
download, select the up dates from the list.
To view information on an update, select the update
and 
 .
To view the status of previous updates, select 
 .
Select  Options  and from the following:
● Update via PC   — Update your device using a PC.
This option replaces the Start update option when
updates are only availabl e using the Nokia Software
Updater PC application.
● View update history   — View the status of previous
updates.
● Settings   — Change the settings, such as the default
access point used for downloading updates.
● Disclaimer   — View the Nokia licence agreement.
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							Software updates using your PCNokia Software Updater is a PC application that enables
you to update your device software. To update your
device software, you need a compatible PC, broadband
internet access, and a compatible USB data cable to
connect your device to the PC.
To get more information, to check the release notes for
the latest softwa re versions, and to download the
Nokia Software Updater application, see
www.nokia.com/softwareupdate, or in Latin America,
www.nokia-latinoamerica.com/nsu.
To update the device so ftware, do the following:
1. Download and inst all the Nokia Software Updater
application to your PC.
2. Connect your device to the PC using a USB data
cable, and select PC Suite mode .
3. Open the Nokia Software  Updater application. The
Nokia Software Updater application guides you to
back up your files, update  the software, and restore
your files.SettingsYour device normally has MMS, GPRS, streaming, and
mobile internet settings  automatically configured,
based on your network service provider information.
You may have settings from your service providers
already installed in your device, or you may receive or
request the settings from the network service
providers as a special message.
You can change the general settings in your device,
such as language, standby  mode, display, and keypad
lock settings.Access codesIf you forget any of the access codes, contact your
service provider.
● Personal identification number (PIN) code — This
code protects your SIM card against unauthorized
use. The PIN code (4 to 8 digits) is usually supplied
with the SIM card. After three consecut ive incorrect
PIN code entries, the code  is blocked, and you need
the PUK code to unblock it.
● UPIN code — This code may be supplied with the
USIM card. The USIM card is an enhanced version of
the SIM card and is supported by UMTS mobile
phones.
● PIN2 code  — This code (4 to 8 digits) is supplied
with some SIM cards and is required to access some
functions in your device.
● Lock code (also known as  security code) — The
security code helps to protect your phone against
unauthorized use. The preset code is 12345. You can
create and change the code, and set the device to
request the code. Keep the code secret and in a safe
place separate from your phone. If you forget the
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							code and your device is locked, your device will
require service and additional charges may apply.
Additional charges may apply, and all the personal
data in your device may be deleted. For more
information, contact a Nokia Care point or your
device dealer.
● Personal Unblocking Key (PUK) code and PUK2
code — These codes (8  digits) are required to
change a blocked PIN code or PIN2 code,
respectively. If the codes are not supplied with the
SIM card, contact the operator whose SIM card is in
your device.
● UPUK code — This code (8 digits) is required to
change a blocked UPIN co de. If the code is not
supplied with the USIM card, contact the operator
whose USIM card is in your device.
Remote lockTo prevent unauthorised use of your device, you can
lock your device and memo ry card remotely using a
text message. You must defi ne the message text, and
to lock your device, send  that text message to your
device. To unlock your device, you need the lock code.
To enable remote locking, and to define the text
message, select  Menu > Settings  and Phone >
Phone mgmt.  > Security settings  > Phone and
SIM card  > Remote phone locking  > Enabled. Tap
the text input field to enter the text message content
(5-20 characte rs), select 
, and verify the message.
Enter the lock code.
Prolong battery lifeMany features in your device increase the demand on
battery power and reduce the battery life time. To save
battery power, obse rve the following:
● Features that use Bluetooth technology, or allowing
such features to run in the background while using
other features, increase the demand on battery
power. Switch off Bluetooth when you do not need
it.
● Features that use wireless LAN (WLAN), or allowing
such features to run in the background while using
other features, increase the demand on battery
power. The WLAN on your Nokia device switches off
when you are not trying to connect, not connected
to another access point, or not scanning for
available networks. To  further reduce battery
consumption, you can specify that your device not
scan, or scans less often, for available networks in
the background.
● If you have set  Packet data connection  to When
available  in connection settings, and there is no
p a c k e t  d a t a  c o v e r a g e  ( G P R S), the device periodically
tries to establish a GPRS connection. To prolong the
operating time of your device, select  Packet data
connection  > When needed.
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							●The Maps applicatio n downloads new map
information when you scroll to new areas on the
map, which increases the demand on battery power.
You can prevent the automatic download of new
maps.
● If the signal strength of the cellular network varies
much in your area, your device must scan for the
available network repeated ly. This increases the
demand on battery power.
If the network mode is set to dual mode in the
network settings, the device searches for the 3G
network. You can set the device to use only the GSM
network. To use only the GSM network, select
Menu  >  Settings  and Connectivity  >  Network  >
Network mode  > GSM .
● The backlight of the display increases the demand
on battery power. In the display settings, you can
change the length of the time-out period after
which the backlight is switched off. Select Menu >
Settings  and Phone >  Display > Light time-
out . To adjust the light sensor that observes lighting
conditions and adjusts the display brightness, in the
display settings, select  Light sensor.
● Leaving applications running in the background
increases the demand on battery power. To close
the applications you are no t using, if they are not
responding, select  Options > Show open apps. ,
and go to the ap plication using the menu key. Press
and hold the menu key to open the application, and
select Options > Exit.Free memoryTo view how much space is  available for different data
types, select  Menu > Applications >  Office > File
mgr..
Many features of the device use memory to store data.
The device notifies you if the memory in different
memory locations is low.
To free memory, transfer data to a compatible memory
card (if available) or to a compatible computer.
To remove data you no longer need, use File manager
or open the respective application. You can remove the
following:
● Messages in the folders in Messaging and retrieved
e-mail messages in the mailbox
● Saved web pages
● Contact information
● Calendar notes
● Applications shown in Application manager that you
do not need
● Installation files (.sis or .sisx) of applications you
have installed. Transfer the installation files to a
compatible computer.
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							●Images and video clips in Photos. Back up the files
to a compatible computer.
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							Get startedKeys and parts (top)1 — Power key
2  — Nokia AV connector (3.5 mm) for compatible
headsets, headphones, and TV-out connectorsKeys and parts (front)1  — Proximity sensor
2  — Earpiece
3 — Touch screen
4  — Menu key
5  — Call key
6  — Secondary camera lens
7  — Light sensor
8  — End key
Do not cover the area above the
touch screen with, for example,
protective film or tape.Keys and parts (back)1  — Camera flash
2  — Camera lens
3  — Lens cover
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							Keys and parts (sides)1 — Stereo speaker
2  — Micro USB connector
3  — Charging indicator light
4  — Lock switch
5  — Volume up/Zoom in key
6  — Volume down/Zoom out key
7  — Capture key
Note:   The surface of this device does not
contain nickel in the platings. The surface of this device
contains stainless steel.
Insert the SIM card and batteryFollow the instructions carefully, to avoid damaging
the back cover.
Always switch the device off and disconnect the
charger before remo ving the battery.
1. Remove the back cover by  lifting it from the bottom
end of the device.2. If the battery is inserted, lift the battery in the
direction of the arrow to remove it.3.Pull out the SIM card holder and insert the SIM card.
Ensure that the gold-color ed contact area on the
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							card faces downwards and that the bevelled corner
on the card faces the bevelled corner of the holder.
Push the SIM card holder back in place.
4.Align the battery contacts to the corresponding
connectors of the battery compartment, and insert
the battery in the direction of the arrow.5.To replace the back cover, direct the top locking
hooks toward their slots first and then press down
until the cover locks into place.
Memory cardUse only compatible microSD cards
approved by Nokia for use with this device.
Nokia uses approved industry standards for
memory cards, but some brands may not be fully
compatible with this device. Incompatible cards may
damage the card and the device and corrupt data
stored on the card.Insert the memory cardA memory card may already be  in the device. If not, do
the following:
1. Remove the back cover of the device.
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							2.Insert a compatible
memory card in the slot.
Ensure that the contact
area on the card is facing
down and towards the
slot.
3. Push the card in. You can
hear a click when the card
locks into place.
4. Replace the back cover. Keep
the device facing down when
replacing the cover. Ensure
that the cover is properly
closed.Remove the memory card
Important:   Do not remove  the memory card
during an operation when the card is being accessed.
Doing so may damage the memory card and the device,
and corrupt data stored on the card.
1. Before you remove the ca rd, press the power key,
and select Remove memory card . All applications
are closed.
2. When  Removing memory card will close all open
applications. Remove anyway? is displayed,
select Yes .
3.When  Remove memory card and press OK is
displayed, remove the back cover of the device.
4. Press the memory card to  release it from the slot.
5. Pull out the memory card. If the device is switched
on, select OK .
6. Replace the back cover.  Ensure that the cover is
properly closed.Antenna locationsYour device may have intern al and external antennas.
Avoid touching the antenna area unnecessarily while
the antenna is transmitting or receiving. Contact with
antennas affects the comm unication quality and may
cause a higher power level during operation and may
reduce the battery life.
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