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for choosing the GX29. About This User Guide This User Guide is carefully designed to help you learn about your phone's features and operations whether as a result of improper use, repairs, defects, battery replacement, use after the specified battery life has expired or any other cause. • We assume - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 2
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 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 - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 3
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. • The external display (blue - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 4
Services 3 Your Phone 7 Optional Accessories 7 Getting Started 8 Inserting the SIM Card and the Battery .... 11 Charging the Battery 13 Turning Your Phone List Entries between SIM Card and Handset 33 Finding a Name and 34 Group Call 35 Assigning a Ringtone to Each Contacts List Entry 36 - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 5
Dialling a Service Phone Number 38 Camera 39 Take Picture 39 Record Video 43 Messages 47 Multimedia (MMS 47 Text (SMS 53 Email 56 Cell Broadcasts 58 Vodafone live 59 Starting the WAP Browser 59 Navigating a WAP Page 60 My Items 63 Pictures 63 Games & More 65 Sounds 66 Videos 68 Text - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 6
& Time 106 Changing the Language 107 Network 107 Security 111 Master Reset 112 Connecting GX29 to Your PC 113 System Requirements 113 GSM/GPRS Modem 113 Handset Manager 114 Software Installation 114 Troubleshooting 116 Safety Precautions and Conditions of Use 118 CONDITIONS OF USE 118 - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 7
/1800/1900 GPRS phone • Rechargeable Li-ion Battery • AC Charger • Handsfree Kit • CD-ROM • User Guide • Quick Start Guide Optional Accessories • Li-ion Spare Battery (XN-1BT30) • Cigarette Lighter Charger (XN-1CL30) • USB Data Cable (XN-1DC30) • AC Charger (XN-1QC32) • Personal Hands-free Kit (XN - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 8
Getting Started 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Getting Started 8 9 10 15 11 12 13 16 14 17 19 18 20 - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 9
mode. c indicates in this manual this key. Right arrow key: Displays list of Saved d Pictures in standby mode. d indicates in this manual this key. 3. Left Soft of the screen. Used to access "Vodafone live!" by opening the browser in standby mode. Ends a call, turns power on/ - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 10
the Bluetooth wireless function on or off. 13.Microphone 14.External Display 15.Handsfree Kit Connector 16.External Connector: Used to connect either the charger or USB Data Cable. 17.Camera 18.Battery Cover 19.Built-in Aerial: Warning: Do not cover the hinge area of the phone with - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 11
2 2. Slide the SIM card into the SIM holder. 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 1 4. Replace the battery cover and slide it as shown below. SIM card Note • Make - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 12
edge and remove the battery from the phone. 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 - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 13
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 119 for details. When the phone is charging, the animated battery status icon ( ) in the upper right of the screen displays the current status. Standard - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 14
your phone and you hear the "low battery" alarm, attach your charger as soon as possible. The phone may not code each time the phone is switched on. For details on setting the PIN code, see "Enabling/Disabling the PIN Code" on page 111. 1. Enter your PIN code. 2. Press e. Note • If your PIN code - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 15
entries on the SIM card. Follow the on-screen instructions, or you can do it later using the Contacts List menu as follows: "Contacts" → "Contacts List" → [Options] → "Advanced" → "Copy All Entries" 1. Select "From SIM to Handset". Display Indicators (Main Display) Status indicators Left soft key - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 16
Status Indicators 1. / : Strength of received signal/Service out of range //: GPRS within range and enabled/ Roaming outside 10. / : Email alerts [unread/mailbox full] 11. : USB Data Cable connected 12. / : Bluetooth wireless setting [enabled/ communicating] 13. / : Java™ application [executed - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 17
multimedia messages 22. : WAP alert 23. : Voicemail message alert Display Indicators (External Display) Status Indicators 1. : Strength of received signal 2. : Battery level 3. : USB Data Cable connected 4. / : Bluetooth wireless connection [enabled/ communicating] Getting Started 17 - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 18
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 - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 19
may not be available on all mobile phone networks when certain network services and/ or phone features are in use. Contact code, followed by the area code (without the leading zero) and the phone number, and press D to dial. Speed Dialling Up to 8 phone numbers from the Contacts List memory (Handset - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 20
numbers in the call log. Select from specific categories or "All Calls". Specific category contains up to 10 numbers and the free 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 - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 21
is ringing to send a busy tone to the caller of an incoming call letting them know that you cannot answer the call. 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 - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 22
a Call on Hold This function allows you to manage two calls at the same time. If 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 - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 23
to answer the second call. 2. Select "Conference All" to join the conference call. 3. Press F to end the conference call. 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 - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 24
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 - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 25
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 - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 26
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. Tip • You - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 27
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 - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 28
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 9-7". Example: To Access "Language" Sub Menu Using Shortcut Keys Press e O M. Note • The shortcut keys work for the first three menu - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 29
™ Information 1 Vodafone live! 2 Games 3 Ringtones 4 Pictures 5 News 6 Sport 7 Find & Seek 8 Chat 9 Search 1 SIM Application* 2 Alarms 3 Calculator 4 Voice Recorder 5 Melody Editor 6 Phone Help 1 Create Message 2 Multimedia 3 Text 4 Email 5 Media Album* 6 Vodafone Mail 7 Messenger 8 Cell Broadcasts - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 30
6 Date & Time 7 Language 8 Network 9 Security 0 Master Reset Note for the menu indications for the Media Album service • The menu indications for the Media Album service vary in Australia and New Zealand as follows: Current indications in the User Guide "Media Album" "To Album" Indications in - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 31
size of the entry, your phone can store up to 640 entries. In a Contacts List, you can store the following items. Items stored in the handset memory First Name Last Name Tel Mobile Tel Private Tel Office Email Private Email Business Group Address (Street & Number, Postal Code, City, State/ Province - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 32
must be filled. If you create a new entry on the SIM card, you need to enter a phone number. 32 Contacts List Adding a Thumbnail to Entries "Contacts" → "Contacts List" 1. Highlight the desired handset entry. 2. Press [Options] and select "Edit/Add Details". 3. Press [Options] and select "Picture - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 33
"Contacts" → "Contacts List" → [Options] → "Advanced" → "Copy All Entries" 1. Select "From SIM to Handset" or "From Handset to SIM". Note • When you insert the SIM card into your phone for the first time and start the Contacts List application, the confirmation screen appears automatically, asking - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 34
of the Contacts List. On the details screen, select the desired phone number and press D. Editing Contacts List Entries "Contacts" → " handset code. 2. Select "Handset Entries" or "SIM Entries". The default handset code is "0000". For details on changing the handset code, see "To Change Handset Code - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 35
available when the Contacts location is set to "Handset Memory". Tip • Press [Options] and select "Current Only" to view only the selected group or "Select All" to view all groups. Group Call Different ringtones can be set for each group. When you purchase this phone, groups are set to off. If you - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 36
"Assign Ringtone". 7. Select "Preset Sounds" or "My Sounds". 8. Select the desired ringtone. For details on selecting a ringtone, see "Assigning Ringtone" on page "Contacts List" 1. Select the desired entry. 2. Highlight the desired phone number. 3. Press [Options] and select "Add to Speed Dial". - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 37
phone starts searching for Bluetooth wireless technology enabled devices within 10 metres. When detected, a list of enabled devices is displayed allowing you to select the desired device. The connection can be established and the entry is sent. Note • When pairing, you need to enter your passcode - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 38
/Add Details". 2. Select the field you wish to fill in, and enter the relevant information. 3. Press [Save] when finished. Dialling a Service Phone Number Certain SIM cards contain service phone numbers that can be dialled. Contact your SIM card vendor for more information. On the Contacts screen - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 39
has an integrated digital camera. This allows you to take and send pictures or video clips wherever you are. Take Picture (M 5-1) Put the phone into the digital camera mode to take a picture. Pictures are saved in Saved Pictures in JPEG format in the following three picture sizes. L: 480 × 640 - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 40
rectify. • The digital camera uses a C-MOS sensor. Although this camera has been manufactured to the highest specifications, some pictures may still appear too bright or too dark. • If the phone has been left in a hot place for a long time before taking or registering a picture, the picture quality - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 41
Timer) "Camera" → "Take Picture" → [Options] → "Delay Timer" 1. Select "On" or "Off". When you select "On", " " is displayed on the screen and the phone returns to digital camera mode. Note, however, that if "Continuous Shoot" on page 42 is activated, " " is displayed instead of " ". 2. Press e or - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 42
to start Continuous Shoot. Auto Shoot: Four pictures are taken in a row. Manual Shoot: Pictures are taken one by one by pressing e or the side-down the Continuous Shoot function. • Delay timer cannot be used with the Manual Shoot function. Selecting a Frame You can select the frame from preset - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 43
sound, press [Play]. Note • Continuous Shoot uses the specialised shutter sound that cannot be changed for the above settings. Record Video (M 5-2) Put the phone into the video camera mode to record a video. Video clips are saved in ".3gp" format in the following two modes: Record size indicators - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 44
Using the Zoom Function Press c or d to change the zooming ratio. Zooming ratio indicators : Magnification. Selecting the Recording Size Mode You can select the recording size mode. "Camera" → "Record Video" → [Options] → "Record Size" 1. Select "Extended Video" or "For Message". Note • If "For - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 45
Press a or b to adjust the brightness of the video clip. Picture brightness (exposure level) indicators : (Bright → Normal → Dark) Once the phone has returned to the standby screen, the brightness settings return to default. Viewing Recorded Video Clips "Camera" → "Record Video" → [Options] → "My - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 46
Clip with the Timer "Camera" → "Record Video" → [Options] → "Delay Timer" 1. Select "On" or "Off". When you select "On", " " is displayed on the screen and the phone returns to video camera mode. 2. Press e or the side-down key to start the delay timer. 10 seconds after the timer sounds, the camera - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 47
Messages (M 4) Your phone allows you to send and receive text or multimedia and to receive WAP alerts. Multimedia (MMS) (M 4-2) About Multimedia Messaging Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) allows you to send and receive multimedia messages with graphical images, photographs, sound, animations or - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 48
from the Contacts List entries. If the desired entry does not exist, select "Enter Number" or "Enter Email Address" and enter the phone number or Email address. 5. Select "Send". Note • Selecting "Message Template" deletes messages or images you have entered or attached. To prevent deletion - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 49
the message total 30 KB or 100 KB limit). Inserting Attached Data You can send pictures, sounds and video clips saved in the handset memory attached to multimedia messages. When attaching video clips, "Slide Show" must be set to "Off". A → "Multimedia" → "Create Message" → [Options] 1. Select from - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 50
Note • Pictures/Sounds/Video clips protected with a copyright cannot be sent attached to a message. • Instead of performing step 2, you can send data recorded with "Take Picture", "Record Voice" or "Record Video" options. Reading MMS Messages you receive are stored in the Inbox. Incoming Messages - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 51
Number or Email Address of a Sender in the Contacts List A → "Multimedia" → "Inbox" 1. Highlight the message from which you want to store the phone number or Email address. 2. Press [Options] and select "Save Sender". For details on entering a name, see "Add New Contact" on page 32. Retrieving - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 52
Confirming Arrival of Delivery Report A → "Multimedia" → "Sent" 1. Highlight the message of which you wish to confirm arrival of delivery report. 2. Press [Options] and select "Delivery Report". This menu is available only for sent messages that have the "Delivery Report" set to "On". For details on - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 53
message. 2. Change each item. Text (SMS) (M 4-3) About Text Messaging The Short Message Service (SMS) allows you to send text messages of up to 1024 characters to other GSM users. To Use SMS with Your Phone Messages longer than 160 characters may be composed. During sending, the messages are split - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 54
2. Select the desired recipient from the Contacts List entries. If the desired entry does not exist, select "Enter Number" and enter the phone number. 3. Select "Send". The phone begins the sending process and the SMS is sent. After the message has been sent, the message is added to the Sent box. To - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 55
in the Contacts List, select "Save Number". Setting Up SMS (M 4-3-5) To Set Up the Service Centre Address A → "Text" → "Settings" → "Message Centre" 1. Enter the centre phone number. If you wish to enter a country code for a message to an international number, press and hold Q until a "+" sign is - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 56
Email (M 4-4) About Email Messaging The Email service allows you to send and receive Email messages. Email messages of up to 2000 characters can be sent. The size of the Email messages to - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 57
Reading an Email Message Incoming Messages The Email indicator ( ) will appear when there are unread messages. A → "Email" → "Inbox" 1. Select the message you wish to view. 2. Scroll the screen to read the message. Tip • If you wish to download Email messages, press A during standby and select " - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 58
be available on all mobile phone networks. Contact your network operator for more information. Enabling/Disabling Cell Broadcasts (M 4-8-1) A → "Cell Broadcasts" → " " in step 1, then enter the subject code to add a page. For details on the subject code, contact your service provider. 58 Messages - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 59
the data you send or receive, not how long you're connected. * If you have problems getting connected, please phone Vodafone Customer Support. Your phone contains a WAP browser used for surfing on the Mobile Internet, where you can get a lot of useful information. Normally, pages are designed for - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 60
Selects an action displayed in the lower right corner of the screen. Used to access "Vodafone live!" by opening the browser. • Q (press and hold): Starts the "Go page 62. • F: Exits the browser (short press). Turns off the phone. (press and hold) Browser Menu When you are browsing, you can reach - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 61
list of WAP push messages. You can receive push messages via WAP Services. This means that a service provider sends WAP content to your phone, without any set up. • Settings: Includes "Downloads", etc. 5. Edit the title, then press b. 6. Edit the URL, then press b. 7. Select "Save". Vodafone live! 61 - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 62
hotkeys is displayed. 5. Select the number to which you wish to assign hotkeys. The list of registered bookmarks is displayed. 6. Select the desired bookmark. 62 Vodafone live! - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 63
technology to OBEX-enabled phones. Note • The phone can store approximately 2100 KB of data across Pictures, Games & More, Sounds and Videos. Pictures (M 6-1) Pictures that are taken by a digital camera or images that are downloaded from mobile Internet sites can be managed. You can register - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 64
Saving to Contacts List You can use this option only for pictures saved in the handset memory. "My Items" → "Pictures" → "Saved Pictures" 1. Highlight the file you wish to add to Contacts List. 2. Press [Options] and select "Add to Contact". To overwrite, - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 65
to the Media Album. Note • This service is not available with some service providers. Please contact your service provider for more information. "My Items" kinds of Vodafone specific applications can be used in this phone. To use applications, download the applications via the mobile Internet. - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 66
. The default ringtones are not contained within Saved Sounds. : SMAF format : Original ringtone (composed in Melody Editor) : Standard MIDI format : i Melody format : WAVE format : AMR format Tip • SMAF (Synthetic music Mobile Application Format) is a format of music data for mobile phones. 66 My - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 67
c/the side-down key). Using the Sound Files as Ringtone "My Items" → "Sounds" → "Saved Sounds" 1. Highlight the file you wish to use as ringtone. 2. Press [Options] and select "Set as Ringtone". The selected sound is automatically used for the ringtone of the current Profiles. Note • Files in AMR or - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 68
service providers. Please contact your service provider for more information. "My Items" → "Sounds" → "Saved Sounds" 1. Highlight the file you wish to upload. 2. Press [Options] and select "Send". 3. Select "To Album". If you select your original ringtone from mobile Internet sites can be managed. - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 69
to a message. Uploading Video Clip Files You can upload your video clips to the Media Album. Note • This service is not available with some service providers. Please contact your service provider for more information. "My Items" → "Videos" → "Saved Videos" 1. Highlight the file you wish to upload - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 70
select "Send". 3. Select "Via Bluetooth". For "Via Bluetooth" The phone starts searching for Bluetooth wireless technology enabled devices within 10 cannot be sent. • When pairing, you need to enter your passcode when establishing contact with a Bluetooth wireless technology enabled device for - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 71
Text Templates (M 6-5) You can register up to 20 text templates for use in text messages and multimedia messages. 120 characters may be registered in any text template. Adding Phrases to Text Templates "My Items" → "Text Templates" 1. Select the number you wish to register. 2. Enter the text and - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 72
Games & More (M 1) Applications (M 1-1) The list of Java™ applications is displayed. Downloaded applications are displayed in order starting from the latest one. Executing Applications For details on executing applications, see "Executing Applications" on page 66. Showing Application Details "Games - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 73
you made. "Games & More" → "Applications" 1. Highlight the desired Java™ application. 2. Press [Options] and select "Permission". 3. Select "Reset Permissions". Screensavers (M 1-2) You can download screensaver applications for the standby screen. "Games & More" → "Screensavers" → "Switch On/Off - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 74
Settings (M 1-4) Calls & Alarms (M 1-4-1) You can set the priority of incoming calls and alarms whilst an application is operating. "Games & More" → "Settings" → "Calls & Alarms" 1. Select "Incoming Call" or "Alarm". 2. Select methods. • "Call Priority" or "Alarm Priority": The application is - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 75
music Mobile Application Format) is a music data format for mobile phones. "Games Reset All Items in Settings Menu "Games & More" → "Settings" → "Set to Default" 1. Enter your handset code. The default handset code is "0000". For details on changing the handset code, see "To Change Handset Code - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 76
the SIM. Contact your service provider for further details. not been set. Note • The alarm functions even if the phone is switched off. • The alarm will not ring when " the desired tone. For details on selecting a tone, see "Assigning Ringtone" on page 94. To Change the Vibration of Alarm Tone 7. - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 77
Alarm Setting "Applications" → "Alarms" 1. Select the desired setting and edit it. Resetting an Alarm Setting "Applications" → "Alarms" 1. Select the alarm you wish to reset. 2. Select "Reset Alarm". Resetting All Alarm Settings "Applications" → "Alarms" → "Clear All" Deactivating or Activating an - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 78
Rate Conversion You can also use the calculator as a currency calculator to convert from/to a home currency using a conversion rate that you enter. To Set a Currency Conversion Rate "Applications" → "Calculator" → [Options] → "Exchange Rate" 1. Select "Foreign -> Domestic" or "Domestic -> Foreign". - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 79
a New MMS" on page 47. Note • "Save and Send" is not displayed after recording in extended voice mode. Melody Editor (M 3-5) You can create an original ringtone, or you can send a melody attached to a multimedia message. You can input up to 95 tones × 32 voices, 190 tones × 16 voices, or 380 tones - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 80
5. Press P or R to specify the types of musical notes or rest. For details on specifying the musical notes and rest, see also "To Specify the Types of Notes and Rests" on page 81. 6. Press d after inputting one note. Input the next note after the cursor moves to the right. 7. Repeat steps 4 to 6 to - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 81
When you press the key shown above once, a crotchet is specified in the middle scale (no mark). When you press the same key repeatedly, the note will shift cycle through the available octave ranges. LLL L When you press a or b whilst a note is selected, the note will move one semitone higher or - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 82
Press a or b to highlight a tone. 4. Press e. Now you can create an original ringtone. Tip • You can play back the melody in the selected tone by pressing [Options] tone can be set in 3 levels for each part. When you purchase this phone, the strength of the tone is set to "Loud". 1. Press [Options] - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 83
copy and move a part of the melody to another position. Only original ringtones or editable melodies can be copied or moved. 1. In the Score notes, then press e. Phone Help (M 3-6) You can view the help list and use it to guide you in the phone's functions. "Applications" → "Phone Help" 1. Press - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 84
and time. These entries can also be sent via Bluetooth wireless technology to a PC to share the same schedules. Creating a New Entry Select the desired reminder option. Note • The reminder function sounds even if the phone is switched off. • The reminder will not sound when "Ringer Volume" (p. - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 85
phone starts searching for Bluetooth wireless technology enabled devices within 10 metres. When detected, a list of enabled devices is displayed allowing you to select the desired device. The connection can be established and the entry is sent. Note • When pairing, you need to enter your passcode - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 86
Receiving a Schedule Entry When the phone receives a schedule entry, a confirmation message appears. 1. Press [Yes]. The received entry is registered in the Calendar. Press [No] to reject. Tip • For details on making Bluetooth wireless settings, see "Connectivity" on page 90. Viewing an Entry " - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 87
1. Press c or d to switch logs between "All Calls", "Dialled Numbers", "Missed Calls" and "Received Calls". The selected call log list is displayed. 2. Select the phone number you wish to view. If you wish to dial the number, press D. Tip • You can also confirm call logs by pressing D during standby - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 88
My Numbers (M 8-4) You can check your own voice, data and fax phone numbers. "Contacts" → "My Numbers" 1. Select the phone number you wish to check from "Voice", "Data" or "Fax". from "Last Data" or "All Data". Resetting All Data Counter "Contacts" → "Data Counter" → "Clear Counter" 88 Contacts - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 89
for your calls. Some networks do not support Charging Advice. Please check with your service provider for availability. Checking the Cost of the PIN2 code. 2. Enter a value. To enter a decimal point, press R. Resetting All Call Costs "Contacts" → "Call Costs" → "Clear Costs" 1. Enter your PIN2 code. - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 90
to Bluetooth wireless technology enabled phones via this connection, as well as a PC via Bluetooth wireless technology or USB connections. Using the Bluetooth for pairing. 3. Enter the device passcode. Note • If the Bluetooth wireless function is off before searching, the phone turns the Bluetooth - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 91
can activate, rename, and delete the paired handsfree device in the list. To Activate a Device "Settings" → "Connectivity" → "Bluetooth" → "Handsfree Devices" 1. Select the device you wish to activate. Tip • You can save battery power by turning the Bluetooth wireless function off whilst it is not - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 92
" → "Bluetooth" → "Bluetooth Settings" → "Authentication" 1. Select "On" or "Off". Note • No authentication is required for the paired devices. • Even if you select "Off", you may authenticate the passcode when the sender requests it. PC Software (M 9-1-2) By connecting your phone to a PC, you can - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 93
to your environment. There are 6 profiles including one user definable profile: Normal, Meeting, Activity, Car, reset. 2. Press [Options] and select "Set to Default". 3. Enter your handset code. The default handset code is "0000". For details on changing the handset code, see "To Change Handset Code - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 94
volume and then press e. To select "Step Tone", press a (or d) at level 5. To select "Silent", press b (or c) at level 1. Assigning Ringtone You can select the ringtone from 23 tones including 5 patterns, 3 alerts, 10 sound effects and 5 melodies. You can also select a sound in Saved Sounds as the - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 95
in time with the melody. Please note that not all melodies support the "On & Link to Sound" option. Should you tone, message alert and low battery alert. Warning Tone Your phone emits the warning tone when see "Assigning Ringtone" on page 94. 10.Select "Duration" and select the desired time. - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 96
For details on selecting a ringtone, see "Assigning Ringtone" on page 94. 9. Select "Vibration" and select from "On", "Off" or "On & Link to Sound". For details on selecting a vibration, see "Vibration" on page 95. 10.Select "Duration" and enter the desired time. Low Battery Alert Adjust the volume - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 97
Select the desired tone. For details on selecting the tone, see "Assigning Ringtone" on page 94. 9. Select "Duration" and select the desired time. "Silent", press b (or c) at level 1. Power On Sound/Power Off Sound The phone can be set to emit a sound when it is switched on or off. You can - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 98
you to answer calls automatically by connecting the handsfree car kit for Bluetooth to your phone via Bluetooth wireless technology. You can select the desired time until your phone answers. "Settings" → "Profiles" 1. Highlight "Car". 2. Press [Options] and select "Personalise". 3. Select "Auto - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 99
. Note • If you select "One Month" or "Two Months" when using the file in the Animation GIF format for the wallpaper, the wallpaper setting is reset to default. When using the file in the Animation GIF format, select "Off". Tip • The weekly format of the monthly calendar depends on the setting - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 100
the backlight of the screen on or off when you press the keypad or the optional cigarette lighter charger is connected to the phone. You can change time the backlight is on for, which will help conserve battery life. Tip • When you purchase this phone, Backlight is set to 15 seconds. 100 Settings - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 101
whilst Charging with the Cigarette Lighter Charger With this setting On, the phone's backlight is on when the Cigarette Lighter Charger is connected. "Settings" → " will go into effect, which will help conserve battery life. Tip • When you purchase this phone, Display Saving is set to 10 minutes. " - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 102
2. Press e. Display Setting Reset (M 9-3-3) The display settings can be reset to their default settings. "Settings" → "Display" → "Set to Default" 1. Enter your handset code. The default handset code is "0000". For details on changing the handset code, see "To Change Handset Code" on page 112. Sound - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 103
whilst you have a call in progress, you must activate the Call Waiting service. "Settings" → "Call Settings" → "Call Waiting" 1. Select "On" or "Off". Note • The Call Waiting service may not be available on all mobile phone networks. Contact your network operator for more information. Showing Your - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 104
on incoming and outgoing calls. To activate this option you will need the specified password, which is available from your service provider. "Settings" → "Call Settings" → "Restrict Calls" 1. Select from "Outgoing Calls" or "Incoming Calls". • Outgoing Calls: Restricts outgoing calls. • Incoming - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 105
"Settings" → "Call Settings" → "Restrict Calls" → "Fixed Dialling No." 1. Enter your PIN2 code. 2. Select "Edit Dial List". 3. Select "Add New Contact". 4. Add a name and a phone number. For details on adding a name and a phone number, see "Add New Contact" on page 32. 5. Press [Save]. Changing the - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 106
"Set to Default" 1. Enter your handset code. The default handset code is "0000". For details on changing the handset code, see "To Change Handset Code" on page 112. Date & Time (M 9-6) You need to set the correct time and date in order for your phone's various time-based functions to work correctly - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 107
"Automatic" in step 1, the language preset on the SIM card is selected. • If the language preset on the SIM card is not supported, then the default language of the phone is selected. Network (M 9-8) Network Settings (M 9-8-1) To Select a Network Automatically Each time the power is turned on, your - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 108
connection type ("GPRS Then CSD", "GPRS" or "CSD") "GPRS Settings": "APN"*: Access point name "Username": User name "Password": Password "Linger Time": Linger time (0-99999 sec.) "CSD Settings": "Phone No."*: Access point number "Line Type": Line type ("ISDN" or "Analogue") "Username - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 109
connection type ("GPRS Then CSD", "GPRS" or "CSD") "GPRS Settings": "APN"*: Access point name "Username": User name "Password": Password "Linger Time": Linger time (0-99999 sec.) "CSD Settings": "Phone No."*: Access point number "Line Type": Line type ("ISDN" or "Analogue") "Username - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 110
":Bearer connection type ("GPRS Then CSD", "GPRS" or "CSD") "GPRS Settings": "APN"*: Access point name "Username": User name "Password": Password "Linger Time": Linger time (0-99999 sec.) "CSD Settings": "Phone No."*: Telephone Number "Line Type": Line type ("ISDN" or "Analogue") "Username - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 111
"Settings" → "Security" → "PIN Entry" → "Change PIN" 1. Enter the existing PIN code. 2. Enter a new PIN code. 3. Enter the new PIN code again. Changing PIN2 Code (M 9-9-2) PIN2 code is used to protect certain functions in the phone such as Fixed Dialling No. and call cost limits. The following shows - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 112
Change Handset Code Before you change the handset code, select "On" in step 1 in "Handset Lock". The default handset code is "0000". "Settings" → "Security" → "Handset Lock" → "Change code" 1. Enter the old handset code. 2. Enter a new handset code. 3. Enter the new handset code again. Master Reset - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 113
90 and turn the modem function on. For details on software support, refer to the following site: http://www.sharp-mobile.com Note • Modem communication is not possible whilst communicating with the Handset Manager via Bluetooth wireless technology or USB interface. Connecting GX29 to Your PC 113 - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 114
To use the Handset Manager function, see "PC Software" on page 92 and set your phone to Data Transfer mode. For details on software support, refer to the following site: http://www.sharp-mobile.com Software Installation 1. Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. The GX29 CD-ROM screen - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 115
PC to the phone. • When connecting your phone to a PC, you need to select the connection method for PC Software. (p. 92) • Applications (Camera, My Items, etc.) do not run when the phone is connected to the PC via Bluetooth wireless technology interface or USB Data Cable. Connecting GX29 to Your PC - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 116
your dealer or network service provider. • Check your call barring, fixed dialling setting, remaining battery and call forwarding settings. • Check if your phone is currently performing data communication using Bluetooth wireless technology interface or a USB Data Cable. • Check the remaining - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 117
. • Confirm that the Contacts Location setting (Handset or SIM) and View Groups setting are made correctly. • Before transmitting fax data, configure your fax software to use the software flow control. • Use of the optional data cable is recommended for transmitting fax data. Troubleshooting 117 - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 118
• When searching for Bluetooth wireless technology enabled devices instructions. CONDITIONS OF USE Electromagnetic waves • Do not switch on your phone aboard an aircraft (as your phone user. • Do not switch on your phone in a hospital, except in designated areas. • For body worn operation, this phone - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 119
fragile. • Avoid touching the external connector on the underside of the phone, since the delicate components within can be damaged by static electricity. Battery • Use your phone only with batteries, chargers and accessories recommended by the manufacturer. The manufacturer disclaims any liability - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 120
a new battery. CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE, DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS See "Battery Disposal" on by Sharp for your mobile phone. Using unauthorised or modified aerials may damage the mobile phone. Moreover, since the mobile phone - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 121
or corrupted under various circumstances. • Before connecting the phone with a PC or a peripheral unit, read the operation manual for the other unit carefully. • If the phone's battery has been removed for some time, or the phone has been reset, the unit's clock and calendar may be reinitialised - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 122
PRECAUTIONS CONCERNING VEHICLE USE • It is the user's responsibility to check the local laws governing the use of a mobile phone in vehicles. Pay full attention to driving problem occurs, please check with your dealer or car manufacturer before connecting your phone. • Only allow qualified service - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 123
known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit for mobile devices is 2 mobile devices offer a range of functions, they can be used in other positions, such as on the body as described in this user guide calls or using a 'hands-free' device to keep the mobile phone away from the head and - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 124
and health. The exposure standard for wireless mobile phones employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit in this User Guide, is 0.612 W/kg. Bodyworn Operation; This device was tested for typical body-worn operations with the back of the phone kept 1.5 - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 125
on FCC ID APYHRO00046. Additional information on Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) can be found on the Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association (CTIA) web-site at http://www.phonefacts.net. * In the United States and Canada, the SAR limit for mobile phones used by the public is 1.6 watts/kg - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 126
Index A Accessories 7 Alarms 76 B Battery 11 Bluetooth wireless function 90 C Calculator 77 Calendar 84 Diverts 102 Minute Minder 105 Resetting 106 Restrict Calls 104 Show Your Number 103 Call Timers 88 Cell Broadcasts 58 Centre key 9, 15 Contacts List 31 Assigning a ringtone 36 Changing the list 31 - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 127
113 PC Software 92 Phone Help 83 Picture files 63 PIN code 111 PIN2 code 111 Power on and off 14 Profiles 93 Activating 93 Alerts 95 Any Key Answer 98 Customising 93 Echo Cancel 98 Keypad Tones 96 Multimedia Volume 97 Power Off Sound 97 Power On Sound 97 Resetting 93 Ringer volume 94 Ringtone 94 - Sharp GX29 | User Guide - Page 128
PIN2 code 111 Enabling/Disabling PIN code 111 Handset Lock 112 SIM Application 76 SIM card 11 Sound file 66 Speed Dial List 88 T Take Picture 39 Text message 53 Creating 54 Extracting phone numbers 54 Reading 54 Setting up 55 Text Templates 71 Troubleshooting 116 V Video clip file 68 Vodafone live
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Introduction
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Introduction
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