Page 2 - Introduction; About This User Guide
Introduction 1 Introduction Congratulations and thank you for choosing the GX25. About This User Guide This user guide is carefully designed to help you learn about your phone’s features and operations quickly and effectively. NOTICE • We strongly recommend that you keep separate permanent written r...
Page 4 - Useful Functions and Services; Bluetooth
Introduction 3 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. •...
Page 5 - Table of Contents
4 Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction ................................................. 1 Useful Functions and Services .................... 3 Your Phone .................................................. 7 Optional Accessories ................................... 7 Getting Started ........
Page 8 - Your Phone; Optional Accessories
Your Phone 7 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• Handsfree kit• CD-ROM• User guide• Quick start guide Optional Accessories • Li-ion Spare battery (XN-1BT30)• Cigarette lighter c...
Page 9 - Getting Started
8 Getting Started Getting Started 1 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 11 10 13 14 12 15 1617 19 18 20 21 22 23 25 26 24
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10 Getting Started 13.#/Silent/Light Key: R Switches symbol screens.Press and hold this key on the text entry screen to display the language options screen.Press and hold this key during standby to switch Profiles settings between Normal and Silent mode.Press , then R during standby to turn the Blue...
Page 12 - Inserting the SIM Card and the; Slide off the battery cover (
Getting Started 11 Inserting the SIM Card and the Battery 1. Slide off the battery cover ( ). 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 ...
Page 13 - Removing the SIM Card and the Battery
12 Getting Started 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 ( ). 2. Pick up the battery using the protruding edge and remove the battery from the phone. 3. Hold down gently whilst sliding t...
Page 14 - Charging the Battery; Using the Charger; ) in the upper right of the screen
Getting Started 13 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 sid...
Page 15 - To Charge Using the Cigarette Lighter Charger; Turning Your Phone On and Off; To turn the power on, press and hold
14 Getting Started 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 main display and in the e...
Page 16 - To Copy Contacts List from the SIM Card
Getting Started 15 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 ...
Page 17 - Status Indicators
16 Getting Started Status Indicators 1. / : Strength of received signal/Service out of range / / : GPRS within range and enabled/Roaming outside network/GPRS within range, enabled and roaming 2. : Call incoming 3. : Call in progress 4. / : CSD/GPRS in progress 5. : Fax communication in progress 6. :...
Page 19 - Navigating Functions; and
18 Navigating Functions Navigating Functions All applications are accessed from the Main menu. To open the Main menu, press the centre key ( ) during standby.To launch applications, you will need to highlight menu items, and make selections. To select a menu item (indicated in quotation marks), move...
Page 20 - Call Functions; Making a Call; Emergency Calls; Note; International Calls; Press and hold; Speed Dialling; to
Call Functions 19 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...
Page 21 - Redialling; Automatic Redialling; To Set the Auto Redial Function; Answering a Call; Tip
20 Call Functions 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 standby. 2. Press c or d to switch logs between “All Calls”, “Dialled Numbers...
Page 22 - • If the number is a restricted number, the display; Rejecting an Incoming Call; Press; Letting the Caller Know You are Unavailable; Incall Menu; Adjusting the Earpiece Volume; volume of the call or press the side-down key (or
Call Functions 21 • 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 s...
Page 23 - Putting a Call on Hold; To Make Another Call during a Call; Call Waiting
22 Call Functions 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]....
Page 24 - Accessing SMS Menu During a Call; To Make a Conference Call
Call Functions 23 Accessing SMS Menu During a Call 1. During a call, press [Options] and select “Text”.The following options are available: “Create Message” to create an SMS, or “Inbox”, “Sent” or “Drafts” to access these folders. For details on SMS, see “Text (SMS)” on page 52. Conference Call Conf...
Page 25 - To Add New Participants to the Conference Call; Muting the Microphone
24 Call Functions 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...
Page 26 - Entering Characters; once for the letter “A” or twice for the letter “B”.
Entering Characters 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 “...
Page 27 - Changing the Input Languages; Changing the Input Method; T9 Text Input
26 Entering Characters 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...
Page 28 - My Dictionary; Using Text Templates
Entering Characters 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 ...
Page 29 - Using the Menu; Accessing Applications; Example: To Access “Language” Sub Menu
28 Using the Menu Using the Menu Accessing Applications 1. Press during standby. 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...
Page 30 - List of Menu Functions
Using the Menu 29 List of Menu Functions * Only available with some operators. Menu No./ Main Menu Menu No./ Sub Menu1 1 Games & More 1 Applications 2 Screensavers 3 More Games 4 Settings 5 Java™ Information 2 Vodafone live! 1 Vodafone live! 2 Games 3 Ringtones 4 Pictures 5 News 6 Sport 7 Find &...
Page 31 - • The menu indications for the Postcard and Media
30 Using the Menu Note for the menu indications for the Postcard and Media Album services • The menu indications for the Postcard and Media Album services vary in the United Kingdom and Ireland as follows: Current indications in the user guide Indications in United Kingdom Indications in Ireland “Po...
Page 32 - Contacts List; Up to 40 digits; Selecting the Storage Memory; • “Choose before Saving” prompts you to choose the; Changing the List Displayed
Contacts List 31 Contacts List You can store the phone numbers and Email addresses of your friends, family and colleagues in the Contacts List.Depending on the 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 handse...
Page 33 - Changing the Name Order; • To create an entry, at least one field must be filled. If; Adding a Thumbnail to Entries; Highlight the desired handset entry.
32 Contacts List Changing the Name Order “Contacts” → “Contacts List” → [Options] → “Advanced” → “Name Order” 1. Select from “First - Last name” or “Last - First name”. Add New Contact You can choose either the phone or SIM card memory locations to store the new entry. For switching locations, see “...
Page 34 - Copying Contacts List Entries; Select the desired entry.; Finding a Name and Number
Contacts List 33 Copying Contacts List Entries between SIM Card and Handset “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 Contac...
Page 35 - Dialling from the Contacts List; Highlight the desired entry and press; Editing Contacts List Entries; Deleting All Contact Entries; Enter your handset code.; Deleting a Contact Entry; Highlight the desired entry.; Viewing Groups; ” appears next to the selected group. Select the
34 Contacts List Dialling from the Contacts List “Contacts” → “Contacts List” 1. Highlight the desired entry and press D . Tip • If more than one phone number is registered for the entry, select the desired phone number after step 1 and press D . You can also dial the desired phone number by pressin...
Page 36 - Group Call; • This menu is available when the Contacts location is; Assigning a Ringtone to Each
Contacts List 35 Note • This menu is 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 p...
Page 37 - Select “Assign Ringtone”.; Memory Status
36 Contacts List 6. Select “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 94. 9. Select “Vibration” and select from “On”, “Off” or “On & Link to Sound”.For details on selecting a vi...
Page 38 - Sending a Contacts List Entry; “Contacts”; Receiving a Contacts List Entry
Contacts List 37 Sending a Contacts List Entry “Contacts” → “Contacts List” 1. Highlight the desired entry. 2. Press [Options] and select “Send Contact”. 3. Select “Via Bluetooth” or “Via Infrared”. For “Via Bluetooth” The phone starts searching for Bluetooth wireless technology enabled devices with...
Page 39 - You can store your information in the Contacts List.; Dialling a Service Phone Number
38 Contacts List Registering Your Information as a Contacts List Entry You can store your information in the Contacts List. “Contacts” → “Contacts List” → “My Card” 1. Press [Options] and select “Edit/Add Details”. 2. Select the field you wish to fill in, and enter the relevant information. 3. Press...
Page 40 - Camera; Take Picture; Taking Pictures
Camera 39 Camera Your phone has an integrated digital camera.This allows you to take and send pictures or video clips wherever you are. Take Picture 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....
Page 41 - Taking a Self-Portrait
40 Camera Tip • You can also turn on or off the full screen mode by pressing Q . Taking a Self-Portrait To take a self-portrait, hold the phone with the mirror facing you whilst holding the phone at least 40 cm away. Press or the side-down key to take the picture. Using the Zoom Function Press c or ...
Page 42 - In the Case of No Available Memory; • Your pictures are given file names which are
Camera 41 In the Case of No Available Memory When the number of pictures that can be taken becomes 3 or less, the remaining shots indicator in the upper left of the screen turns red. (The number of pictures that can be taken is approximate.)When the number of pictures that can be taken becomes 0, an...
Page 43 - Continuous Shoot; “Camera”
42 Camera 2. Press or the side-down key to start the delay timer.10 seconds after the timer sounds, the shutter sounds, and the camera takes a picture. Note • The countdown sounds whilst the delay timer is operating. • The mobile light and the indicator flash whilst the delay timer is operating. • I...
Page 44 - Selecting a Frame; Record Video; Recording Video Clips
Camera 43 Selecting a Frame You can select the frame from preset patterns. You can also select a frame in Saved Pictures. “Camera” → “Take Picture” → [Options] → “Add Frame” 1. Select “Preset Frame” or “My Pictures”. 2. Select the desired frame.The selected frame is confirmed on the display. 3. Pres...
Page 45 - Using the Zoom Function
44 Camera 2. Select “Save”.“Saving (file name) to My Items…” is displayed, then the video clip is registered.To preview a video clip before saving, select “Preview”.To send a video clip by multimedia message after recording the video clip, select “Save and Send”.To record a video clip again, press [...
Page 46 - Selecting the Anti-flicker Mode; • Vertical stripes may occur on the preview screen due; • Your video clips are given file names such as
Camera 45 Selecting the Anti-flicker Mode “Camera” → “Record Video” → [Options] → “Anti- flicker” 1. Select “Mode 1: 50Hz” or “Mode 2: 60Hz”. Note • Vertical stripes may occur on the preview screen due to the light source. Change the anti-flicker mode to rectify. In the Case of No Available Memory W...
Page 47 - To Record a Video Clip with the Timer; Recording Video Clips with Sound
46 Camera Using the Timer (Delay Timer) To Record a Video Clip with the Timer “Camera” → “Record Video” → [Options] → “Delay Timer” 1. Select “On” or “Off”.“ ” is displayed on the screen and the phone returns to video camera mode. 2. Press or the side-down key to start the delay timer.10 seconds aft...
Page 48 - Messages; About Multimedia Messaging; Creating a New MMS; “Multimedia”
Messages 47 Messages Your phone allows you to send and receive text or multimedia and to receive WAP alerts. Multimedia (MMS) About Multimedia Messaging Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) allows you to send and receive multimedia messages with graphical images, photographs, sound, animations or vide...
Page 49 - To Send a Message Template MMS; Turning the Slide Show Setting On or Off; Select “On” or “Off”.
48 Messages • To add more recipients, select “Add Contact” in step 3. Select “To” or “Cc” and select the desired number of the recipient. Then enter the phone number or Email address. To Send a Message Template MMS Your phone provides message templates with an image and voice attachment that help yo...
Page 50 - If You Select “Off”; Inserting Attached Data; • Pictures/Sounds/Video clips protected with a; Reading MMS; Incoming Messages
Messages 49 If You Select “Off” • You can attach a maximum of 20 pictures, sounds or video clips and up to 2000 characters of text (up to 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...
Page 51 - Retrieving MMS; When “; Confirming Arrival of Delivery Report; Select the item you wish to set up.
50 Messages Storing the Phone 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”...
Page 52 - Sending a Picture File with Postcard
Messages 51 • Slide Show (On, Off): Enables or disables Slide Show when sending a message. • Message Size (30 KB, 100 KB): Sets the maximum message size that can be sent. • Advanced • Priority: Prioritises created messages. • Delivery Report: Enables Delivery Report. • Expiry Time: Sets Expiry Time ...
Page 53 - • City
52 Messages See the note below for details.• Name • City • Additional Information • State/Province• Street & Number • Country • Postal Code 5. Press [Options] and select “Send”. Note • Instead of performing step 1, you can use data taken with the “Take Picture” option. • The items Name, Street &...
Page 54 - Creating and Sending a New SMS; “Text”; Reading SMS
Messages 53 You can send or receive SMS even if you are talking on the phone.You can also use Text Templates to help you compose SMS. Creating and Sending a New SMS A → “Text” → “Create Message” 1. Enter your message.To use the text template, move the cursor to the point you wish to insert the templ...
Page 55 - Highlight the phone number.; Setting Up SMS; To Set Up the Service Centre Address
54 Messages Extracting Phone Numbers from the Received Messages and Making a Call You can make a call using the phone number embedded in the received SMS message. A → “Text” → “Inbox” 1. Select the message from which you wish to extract phone numbers. 2. Press [Options] and select “Extract Numbers”....
Page 56 - Optimisation; Email; About Email Messaging; • You cannot send Email messages with files attached.; Creating a New Email Message; • If a message cannot be sent for some reason, the
Messages 55 Optimisation When set “On” (default), double-byte characters such as European characters with an accent are converted into single-byte characters and sent.When “Off”, double-byte characters are sent as displayed.Please note that you may be charged double for double-byte characters sent i...
Page 57 - Reading an Email Message; Setting Up Email
56 Messages Tip • You can use the text template to make it easier to complete the message, and you can add your signature at the end of the message. To use the text template, move the cursor to the point you wish to insert the template. Press [Options] and select “Add Text Template”. Select the desi...
Page 58 - Cell Broadcasts; Enabling/Disabling Cell Broadcasts; Reading Cell Broadcast Messages; Select the desired subject.; Setting Languages; The current language is displayed.
Messages 57 • Auto Delete (Off, Inbox, Sent, Both): Deletes the oldest message automatically when the Inbox, Sent or both (Inbox and Sent) is full. • Reply Message (Incl. Original Mail, Excl. Original Mail):Includes or excludes the original message when replying. Cell Broadcasts You can receive Cell...
Page 59 - Subscribing to Cell Broadcasts; “Cell Broadcasts”
58 Messages Subscribing to Cell Broadcasts Select the page of the cell broadcast message that you want. A → “Cell Broadcasts” → “Settings” → “Set Info Subjects” 1. Select “Add/Remove”. 2. Select the desired page. 3. Press [Save]. Tip • If the desired page is not in the list that appears in step 2, s...
Page 60 - phone Vodafone Customer Support.; Starting the WAP Browser; To Exit the WAP Browser
Vodafone live! 59 Vodafone live! Your phone is already configured to access Vodafone live! and the mobile internet*. Vodafone live! is a new mobile internet portal which is your gateway to a new world of information, games, music and services.Because your phone uses GPRS, a system that is much faste...
Page 61 - Navigating a WAP Page; Browser Menu
60 Vodafone live! Navigating a WAP Page • a b c d : Move the highlights around in the screen. • : Executes the option displayed in the lower centre of the screen. • A : Launches browser option menu. • C : Selects an action displayed in the lower right corner of the screen.Used to access “Vodafone li...
Page 62 - Bookmarks; To Add a Bookmark
Vodafone live! 61 • Reload page: Refreshes the contents of the WAP page. • Advanced...: • Show URL: Displays the URL of the site you are currently browsing. • Save page: Saves the page you are currently browsing to your list of Snap Shots. • Snapshots: Displays a list of Snap Shots. • Alert inbox: D...
Page 64 - My Items; Pictures; Viewing Pictures; The list of pictures is displayed.
My Items 63 My Items My Items contains several types of picture, sound and video clip data. Also included in My Items are frequently used text message phrases and accessed WAP pages (addresses) which you can use. You can also transmit picture, sound and video clip data via infrared or Bluetooth wire...
Page 65 - Saving to Contacts List; Highlight the file you wish to add to Contacts List.; Editing Pictures; Highlight the file you wish to edit.; Sending a Picture File; Highlight the file you wish to send.
64 My Items 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, select “Existing Contact” and sel...
Page 66 - Uploading Picture Files; You can upload your pictures to the Media Album.; Downloading Picture Files; The picture file download site is displayed.; Using Applications
My Items 65 Note • The Postcard service is not available with some service providers. Please contact your service provider for more information. • Pictures protected with a copyright cannot be sent attached to a message. Tip • For details on transmitting My Items data, see “Sending My Items Data” on...
Page 67 - Downloading Applications; Confirmation Screen; Executing Applications; More Games; “My Items”; Sounds
66 My Items Downloading Applications Confirmation Screen Before downloading the application you are asked to confirm what you are about to receive.After checking the information on the confirmation screen, the application can be downloaded. Note • User authentication may be required before downloadi...
Page 68 - Playing Back Sound Files; Highlight the file you wish to use as ringtone.; Sending a Sound File with MMS
My Items 67 Tip • SMAF (Synthetic music Mobile Application Format) is a format of music data for mobile phones. Playing Back Sound Files “My Items” → “Sounds” → “Saved Sounds” 1. Select the file you wish to play back.To stop playback, press . Note • The volume varies depending on the Multimedia Volu...
Page 69 - Uploading Sound Files; You can upload your sounds to the Media Album.; Downloading Sound Files; The sound file download site is displayed.; Videos; Playing Back Video Clip Files; Select the file you wish to play back.
68 My Items Uploading Sound Files You can upload your sounds to the Media Album. Note • This service is not available with some 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 [Opt...
Page 70 - Sending a Video Clip File with MMS; • Video clips protected with a copyright cannot be sent; Uploading Video Clip Files; • This service is not available with some service; Downloading Video Clip Files; For “Via Bluetooth”
My Items 69 Sending a Video Clip File with MMS “My Items” → “Videos” → “Saved Videos” 1. Highlight the file you wish to send. 2. Press [Options] and select “Send”. 3. Select “As Multimedia”.For details on creating a message, see “Creating a New MMS” on page 47. Note • Video clips protected with a co...
Page 71 - For “Via Infrared”; Receiving the My Items Data; • For details on Infrared or Bluetooth wireless; Text Templates; Adding Phrases to Text Templates
70 My Items For “Via Infrared” The phone starts searching for an infrared-enabled device within 20 centimetres.When detected, the infrared connection is established and the file is sent. Note • Pictures/Sounds/Video clips protected with a copyright cannot be sent. • When pairing, you need to enter y...
Page 72 - Deleting Text Templates
My Items 71 Deleting Text Templates “My Items” → “Text Templates” 1. Highlight the text template you wish to delete. 2. Press [Options] and select “Delete”. Memory Status This function helps you to check the memory status of My Item. Memory status covers Applications, Pictures, Sounds, and Videos. “...
Page 73 - Applications; “Applications”; Setting Permission; To Select the Function and Confirmation Method
72 Games & More Games & More Applications 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 Detail...
Page 74 - To Reset Permissions; Screensavers; • If you select “On” and a screensaver application is; Set Application
Games & More 73 To Reset Permissions You can reset all permissions you made “Games & More” → “Applications” 1. Highlight the desired Java™ application. 2. Press [Options] and select “Permission”. 3. Select “Reset Permissions”. Screensavers You can download screensaver applications for the st...
Page 75 - Settings; Sound Volume; “Settings”; Backlight; “Settings”
74 Games & More Settings Calls & Alarms 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 applica...
Page 76 - Vibration; • SMAF (Synthetic music Mobile Application Format); Set to Default; To Reset All Items in Settings Menu; JavaTM Information
Games & More 75 To Set the Blinking Operation This setting enables the backlight to be controlled by the application. If set to “Off”, the backlight cannot be turned on from the application. “Games & More” → “Settings” → “Backlight” → “Blink” 1. Select “On” or “Off”. Vibration When the vibra...
Page 77 - SIM Application; Setting the Alarms
76 Applications Applications SIM Application You can refer to the information on the SIM. Contact your service provider for further details. Alarms Setting the Alarms The alarm function allows you to be alerted at a specified time.Note that the alarm may not function correctly if the clock has not b...
Page 78 - Editing the Alarm Setting; Select the desired setting and edit it.; Resetting an Alarm Setting; Select the alarm you wish to reset.; Resetting All Alarm Settings; Calculator; To enter a decimal point, press
Applications 77 Editing the 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” Dea...
Page 79 - Rate Conversion; To Set a Currency Conversion Rate; Voice Recorder; Recording a Voice Clip
78 Applications 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 “Dom...
Page 80 - • The volume varies depending on the Multimedia; Sending Voice Clips; Melody Editor; voices per melody.; Creating Your Original Ringtone
Applications 79 • The volume varies depending on the Multimedia Volume settings (p. 97). The sound is deactivated when “Multimedia Volume” is set to “Silent”. To adjust the volume, press a (or d /the side-up key) or b (or c /the side-down key). Sending Voice Clips “Applications” → “Voice Recorder” 1...
Page 82 - G H I J K L M Q
Applications 81 To Specify the Musical Scale and Rest Using the keys shown below, specify the musical scale and rest. 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...
Page 83 - To Set the Tone; Editing Original Ringtones
82 Applications If the cursor is positioned next to a note, you can repeat the note immediately left of the cursor when a or b is pressed. To Set the Tone The phone can play notes using different instruments.You can select from 128 basic tones (8 types of: Pianos, Chimes, Organs, Guitars, Basses, St...
Page 84 - Copying and Pasting Notes; Phone Help
Applications 83 Note • When the number of voices is modified in step 4, a confirmation message may be displayed. When you press [Yes], a section of the melody may be deleted. Tip • You can delete the melody after or before the cursor by pressing [Options] and selecting “Delete after Cursor” or “Dele...
Page 85 - Calendar; Creating a New Entry; “Calendar”; “Calendar”
84 Calendar Calendar Calendar allows you to easily schedule appointments, which are associated with the date and time.These entries can also be sent via infrared or Bluetooth wireless technology to a PC to share the same schedules. Creating a New Entry “Calendar” 1. Highlight the desired day to whic...
Page 86 - Select “Duration” and enter the desired time.; Sending a Schedule Entry
Calendar 85 4. Select the reminder field and select the desired option.If you select “No Reminder”, the reminder is turned off. 5. Select “Tone” and select “Preset Sounds” or “My Sounds”. 6. Select the desired tone.For details on selecting a tone, see “Assigning Ringtone” on page 94. 7. Select “Vibr...
Page 87 - Receiving a Schedule Entry; Viewing an Entry; Deleting Entries
86 Calendar 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 Infrared or Bluetooth wireless settings, see “Connectivity” on page 90. V...
Page 88 - Contacts; Call Log; Viewing Call Log; Sending Messages; Deleting a Call Log
Contacts 87 Contacts Call Log The phone will record the last 10 missed calls, received calls and dialled numbers. Viewing Call Log “Contacts” → “Call Log” 1. Press c or d to switch logs between “All Calls”, “Dialled Numbers”, “Missed Calls” and “Received Calls”.The selected call log list is displaye...
Page 89 - Speed Dial List; • “Data” or “Fax” may not be displayed depending on; Call Timers; This function lets you check the duration of your calls.; Data Counter; Select from “Last Data” or “All Data”.; Resetting All Data Counter
88 Contacts Speed Dial List You can view and perform other operations for phone numbers registered in the Speed Dial List. “Contacts” → “Speed Dial List” The names and phone numbers stored in the Speed Dial List are displayed in order. My Numbers You can check your own voice, data and fax phone numb...
Page 90 - Call Costs
Contacts 89 Call Costs This function lets you check the charges for your calls. Some networks do not support Charging Advice. Please check with your service provider for availability. Checking the Cost of the Last Call “Contacts” → “Call Costs” → “Last Call” The cost of the last call is displayed. C...
Page 91 - Connectivity; Using the Bluetooth Wireless Function; To Turn On or Off
90 Settings Settings Connectivity By configuring the settings in this menu, you can connect to Bluetooth wireless technology or infrared enabled phones via these connections, as well as a PC via Bluetooth wireless technology, infrared or USB connections. Using the Bluetooth Wireless Function To Turn...
Page 92 - • You can save battery power by turning the Bluetooth; Bluetooth Wireless Settings
Settings 91 Handsfree Devices You 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 wirele...
Page 93 - To Show or Hide Your Phone; Using the Infrared Function; PC Software
92 Settings To Show or Hide Your Phone “Settings” → “Connectivity” → “Bluetooth” → “Visibility” 1. Select the desired visibility settings.“Show My Phone”: Allows other devices to recognize your phone.“Hide My Phone”: Hides your phone from other devices. To Turn Off Automatically “Settings” → “Connec...
Page 94 - Profiles; Activating a Profile; Select the desired profile.; Customising Profiles; Resetting Profile Settings; Highlight the profile you wish to reset.; Ringer Volume; Highlight the profile you wish to customise.
Settings 93 Profiles Tone sound and vibration set can be customised for each profile according to your environment.There are 6 profiles including one user definable profile: Normal, Meeting, Activity, Car, Headset and Silent. Activating a Profile “Settings” → “Profiles” 1. Select the desired profile...
Page 95 - Assigning Ringtone; • If you delete a ringtone that uses a sound in Saved; • When the “On & Link to Sound” option is selected in
94 Settings 3. Select “Ringer Volume”.The current volume level is displayed. 4. Press a (or d ) to increase the ringer volume or press b (or c ) to decrease the ringer volume and then press . To select “Step Tone”, press a (or d ) at level 5. To select “Silent”, press b (or c ) at level 1. Assigning...
Page 96 - Light; Alerts
Settings 95 Light When the light option is on, the mobile light turns on whilst the phone receives a call. “Settings” → “Profiles” 1. Highlight the profile you wish to customise. 2. Press [Options] and select “Personalise”. 3. Select “Light”. 4. Select from “On”, “Off” or “On & Link to Sound”. T...
Page 97 - Message Alert
96 Settings Message Alert When receiving messages, special ringtones can be set. “Settings” → “Profiles” 1. Highlight the profile you wish to customise. 2. Press [Options] and select “Personalise”. 3. Select “Alerts”. 4. Select “Message Alert”. 5. Select from “Multimedia”, “Text” or “WAP”. 6. Select...
Page 98 - Multimedia Volume; Power On Sound/Power Off Sound
Settings 97 7. Select “Tone” and select from “Preset Sounds”, “My Sounds” or “Default Tone”.When selecting “Default Tone”, go to step 9. 8. Select the desired tone.For details on selecting the tone, see “Assigning Ringtone” on page 94. 9. Select “Duration” and select the desired time. Multimedia Vol...
Page 99 - Echo Cancel
98 Settings Echo Cancel This function is for cancelling irritating echoes, especially when using the handsfree car kit. “Settings” → “Profiles” 1. Highlight the profile you wish to customise. 2. Press [Options] and select “Personalise”. 3. Select “Echo Cancel”. 4. Select “On” or “Off”. Any Key Answe...
Page 100 - Setting the Display; You can change the settings of the screen.; Setting the Main Display; To Set the Wallpaper
Settings 99 Setting the Display You can change the settings of the screen. Setting the Main Display To Set the Wallpaper For the standby screen, 3 pictures are provided.Pictures taken with the digital camera or images downloaded from a WAP site can be used for wallpapers. To Set My Pictures “Setting...
Page 101 - To Set Built-in Pictures
100 Settings To Set Built-in Pictures “Settings” → “Display” → “Main Display” → “Graphics” 1. Select the desired situation to set the picture. 2. Select “Preset Animation” when you select “Power On” or “Power Off” in step 1.Select “Pattern 1”, “Pattern 2” or “Pattern 3” when you select “Incoming Cal...
Page 102 - Setting the External Display; To Select the Backlight Time Out
Settings 101 To Select the Backlight Time Out “Settings” → “Display” → “Main Display” → “Backlight” → “Time Out” 1. Select the desired time.Select “Off” to turn it off. To Turn On/Off the Backlight whilst Charging with the Cigarette Lighter Charger With this setting On, the phone’s backlight is on w...
Page 103 - To Adjust the Contrast; Display Setting Reset; The display settings can be reset to their default settings.; Sound; Set various types of functions and services.; Diverts; To Divert Calls
102 Settings To Adjust the Contrast You can adjust the LCD contrast of the external display between 9 levels. “Settings” → “Display” → “External Display” → “LCD Contrast” 1. Adjust the contrast by pressing a (High) and b (Low) for maximum clarity. 2. Press . Display Setting Reset The display setting...
Page 104 - To Check the Divert Status; Showing Your Phone Number
Settings 103 3. Select the desired Contacts List entry including a phone number you wish to divert.If the desired entry does not exist, select “Enter Number” and enter the phone number. 4. Press .If you select “No Answer” in step 1: 5. Select the period of time from 6 levels (05 to 30 seconds). Note...
Page 105 - Restrict Calls; To Cancel Settings
104 Settings Restrict Calls This function lets you place restrictions 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 “Incom...
Page 106 - To Enable Fixed Dialling No.; Changing the Network Password
Settings 105 Fixed Dialling No. When the Fixed Dialling No. is enabled, you can only call predefined numbers. To Enable Fixed Dialling No. “Settings” → “Call Settings” → “Restrict Calls” → “Fixed Dialling No.” 1. Enter your PIN2 code. 2. Select “Switch On/Off”. 3. Select “On” or “Off”. To Add a New ...
Page 107 - • When you enter the time in the 12-hour format, press
106 Settings Call Setting Reset The call settings can be reset to their default settings. “Settings” → “Call 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” on page 112. Date & Time...
Page 108 - Changing the Language; • You can also change the input language on the text; Network; Network Settings; To Select a Network Automatically
Settings 107 Changing the Language You can change the language that the phone uses to display messages. “Settings” → “Language” 1. Select the desired language. Tip • You can also change the input language on the text entry screen (p. 26). Note • If you select “Automatic” in step 1, the language pres...
Page 109 - To Delete a Network from the Preferred List
108 Settings To Change the Position of a Network in the Preferred List “Settings” → “Network” → “Select Network” → “Set Preferred” 1. Select the name of the network to change the position in the list. 2. Select “Insert” or “Add to end”. To Delete a Network from the Preferred List “Settings” → “Netwo...
Page 112 - Security; Enabling/Disabling the PIN Code; • If you enter the wrong PIN code three times in step 2,; Changing PIN2 Code
Settings 111 Security Enabling/Disabling the PIN Code If the PIN code is enabled you are asked to enter the PIN code each time the phone is switched on. Your PIN code is stored on the SIM card and you should have been made aware of the code when you purchased the SIM card. Contact your service provi...
Page 113 - Handset Lock; To Change Handset Code; Master Reset
112 Settings Handset Lock The Handset Lock is an additional security feature which prevents unauthorised use of the phone or certain features. “Settings” → “Security” → “Handset Lock” 1. Select “On” or “Off”. 2. Enter your handset code. To Change Handset Code Before you change the handset code, sele...
Page 114 - Connecting GX25 to Your PC; System Requirements; Modem via the Infrared Connection
Connecting GX25 to Your PC 113 Connecting GX25 to Your PC You can use the following functions by connecting the GX25 to your PC using an infrared port, USB port* or Bluetooth wireless technology port: • GSM/GPRS modem• Handset Manager for GX25* Requires an optional USB data cable XN-1DC30 for USB po...
Page 115 - Handset Manager; • The phone may not recognize the USB data cable if it
114 Connecting GX25 to Your PC Note • Modem communication is not possible whilst communicating with the Handset Manager via Bluetooth wireless technology, infrared or USB interface. Handset Manager You can transmit the following items between your phone and your PC, and can use Contacts List entries...
Page 116 - Infrared communication
Connecting GX25 to Your PC 115 Infrared communication • Infrared ports need to be aligned with each other. • Infrared ports need to be placed within 20 cm of each other and within a 30° angle. GSM/GPRS modem • It is not recommended that you make or answer calls when you are using GX25 as a GSM/GPRS ...
Page 117 - Troubleshooting
116 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Solution The phone does not turn on. • Make sure the battery is properly inserted and charged. PIN code or PIN2 code is rejected. • Make sure you have entered the correct code (4 to 8 digits). • Your SIM card/protected functions will become locked after 3 ...
Page 120 - Safety Precautions and; CONDITIONS OF USE; Electromagnetic waves
Safety Precautions and Conditions of Use 119 Safety Precautions and Conditions of Use Your phone conforms to international regulations insofar as it is used under normal conditions and in accordance with the following instructions. CONDITIONS OF USE Electromagnetic waves • Do not switch on your phon...
Page 121 - Battery
120 Safety Precautions and Conditions of Use Battery • Use your phone only with batteries, chargers and accessories recommended by the manufacturer. The manufacturer disclaims any liability for damage caused by the use of other chargers, batteries or accessories. • Network configuration and phone us...
Page 122 - Aerial Care
Safety Precautions and Conditions of Use 121 Aerial Care • Do not cover the hinge area of the phone (p. 8 and p. 10, No. 24) with your hand when in use as this may interfere with the performance of the built-in aerial. Call quality may deteriorate leading to shortened talk-time and standby time beca...
Page 123 - ENVIRONMENT
122 Safety Precautions and Conditions of Use ENVIRONMENT • Keep your phone away from extreme heat. Do not leave it on the dashboard of a car or near a heater. Do not leave it in any place that is extremely damp or dusty. • Since this product is not waterproof, do not use it or store it where fluids ...
Page 124 - SAR; FCC Declaration of Conformity
Safety Precautions and Conditions of Use 123 SAR Your Sharp mobile phone has been designed, manufactured and tested so as not to exceed the limits for exposure to electromagnetic fields recommended by the Council of the European Union. These limits are part of comprehensive guidelines developed by i...
Page 125 - Information To User; Changes or modifications not expressly
124 Safety Precautions and Conditions of Use Information To User This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a resident...
Page 127 - Index
126 Index Index A Accessories 7Alarms 76 B Battery 11Bluetooth wireless function 90 C Calculator 77Calendar 84Call Costs 89Call functions 19 Answering 20Call Waiting 22Conference Call 23Earpiece volume 21Making 19Muting 24Putting on hold 22Redialling 20Speed dialling 19 Call Log 87Call settings 102 ...
Page 129 - Speed Dial List 88
128 Index Speed Dial List 88 T Take Picture 39Text message 52 Creating 53Extracting phone numbers 54Reading 53Setting up 54 Text Templates 70Troubleshooting 116 V Video clip file 68Vodafone live! 59Voice mail key 9Voice Recorder 78