User Guide Nokia Asha 501 Dual SIM Issue 1.
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Welcome to your new Asha smartphone Here are some things you can try out. • All that matters on a single screen – Your second home screen is only a swipe away. It shows what you have been up to, and lets you quickly switch between frequently-used apps. • Beautiful design and vibrant colours – The seamless design ensures your new Asha is built to last, and you can choose a colour that suits your personality.
User Guide Nokia Asha 501 Dual SIM Contents Welcome to your new Asha smartphone 3 Update your status 20 Safety 5 Send a message 20 Get started 6 Set up your mail account 21 Keys and parts 6 Send a mail 22 Insert SIM and battery 6 Chat with your friends 22 Insert a second SIM card (dual SIM only) 7 Internet 24 Insert a memory card 8 Browse the web 24 Charge the battery 9 Add a website to your favourites 24 9 Camera 26 Lock the keys and screen Set which SIM card to use (du
Safety Read these simple guidelines. Not following them may be dangerous or illegal. For further info, read the complete user guide. SWITCH OFF IN RESTRICTED AREAS Switch the device off when mobile phone use is not allowed or when it may cause interference or danger, for example, in aircraft, in hospitals or near medical equipment, fuel, chemicals, or blasting areas. Obey all instructions in restricted areas. ROAD SAFETY COMES FIRST Obey all local laws.
Get started Get to grips with the basics, and have your phone up and running in no time. Keys and parts Explore the keys and parts of your new phone. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Charger connector Micro-USB connector Headset connector (3.5 mm) Volume/Zoom keys Lock/Power key Microphone Back key Touch screen Camera lens Back cover release button Antenna area The antenna area is highlighted. Avoid touching the antenna area while the antenna is in use.
3. Open the SIM holder, and place the SIM in the holder. Make sure the contact area is face down. See 13 on page 31. 4. Line up the battery contacts, and push the battery in. 5. Replace the back cover. 6. To switch on, press and hold the power key until the phone vibrates. Insert a second SIM card (dual SIM only) You can easily add a second SIM card (SIM2) without removing the battery. 1. Press the release button at the back of the phone, and carefully lift and remove the back cover. 1 2 2.
3. To remove the SIM, push the card in until it's released, then pull it out. Insert a memory card Read on to learn how to insert a memory card into your phone. 1. Remove the back cover. 1 2 2. Push the card in with the contact area face down until it locks into place. See 6 on page 31. 3. To remove the card, push the card in until it's released. See 7 on page 31. © 2013 Nokia. All rights reserved.
Charge the battery Your battery has been partially charged at the factory, but you may need to recharge it before you can use your phone. 1. Plug the charger into a wall outlet. 2. Connect the charger to the phone. See 2 on page 31. When done, unplug the charger from the phone, then from the wall outlet. Lock the keys and screen Lock the keys and screen when not using your phone. 1. Press the power key. 2. To unlock, press the power key, then swipe in from the left or right of the screen.
Set which SIM card to use (dual SIM only) By default, your phone asks you which SIM to use for the connection. You can also set the default SIM for calls or messaging. If you name your SIMs, you can see at a glance which is, for example, for work or personal use. Tap > Dual SIM. 1. Switch Always ask to Off. 2. Select which SIM to use for which connection. Availability of SIMs • • • If you only have one SIM, put it into the SIM1 holder. Some features may only be available with the SIM in the SIM1 holder.
If your contacts are written in a language that is not supported by your new phone, the contact info may not show correctly. © 2013 Nokia. All rights reserved.
Basics Learn how to get the most out of your new phone. Display indicators The display indicators on your phone tell you the current time, battery and signal strength, and much more. An alarm is set. The silent profile is on. Battery power level You have new notifications. Swipe down from the top of the screen to see the details. A call is active. Your calls are diverted to another number or your voice mailbox. You have a GSM data connection. You have an EGPRS data connection. Wi-Fi is on.
3. To see more options, tap and hold an item. 4. To swipe, for example, to another home screen, steadily slide your finger left or right. 5. To see more options, swipe up from the bottom of the screen if you can see three lines there. 6. To close an app and go back to the home screen, swipe in from the left or right of the screen. 7. To see notifications and change settings, swipe down from the top of the screen. To close the menu, swipe up, or tap an empty area. © 2013 Nokia. All rights reserved.
8. To scroll through a long list or menu, slide your finger quickly up or down, and lift your finger. 9. To zoom, slide two fingers apart or together on an item. Tip: For more info on touch screen actions, see Tutorial. Switch between views Your phone has two home screens: one for keeping up with your activities, and another one for apps. Swipe left or right to switch between the home screens. • • Easily see what you've been doing lately, and check what's happening next in your calendar.
• • Your upcoming calendar events. Swipe down at the top of the activity list to see what you've got planned next. Your latest messages, missed calls, recent music, and more Tip: You can easily pause or resume the currently-playing song directly from the list. Tip: If you've set up a social networking account, you can post your status update in this screen when you're signed in. Clear all activity Tap and hold an item, and tap Clear all.
Remove a shortcut Tap and hold the shortcut, and tap Uninstall an app Tap and hold the app, and tap . . You may not be able to uninstall some apps. Change your ringtone Set a different ringtone for each SIM card. 1. Tap > Sounds and vibra. 2. Tap SIM1 ringtone or SIM2 ringtone. 3. Select a ringtone from a list of preloaded tones or from your downloaded music. The ringtone plays so you can see if you like it. 4. When you've found a ringtone you like, tap Set.
To start writing, tap a text box. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Character keys Shift key Numbers and symbols key Space key Enter key Backspace key 1 6 2 3 5 4 Write using the keyboard With the keyboard, you can write your messages in no time. To type in a character, tap the key. Switch between character cases Tap . Add an accent to a character Tap and hold the character, then tap the accented character you want. This may not be available in all languages.
Write using the keypad Writing with the keypad is easy and fun. Tap a character key repeatedly until the character is shown. There are more characters available than are shown on the key. Tip: To see all the characters found on a character key, tap and hold the key. Switch between character cases Tap . Switch between number and letter mode Tap the number key or the letter key. Type in a special character Tap the symbol key, then tap the special character. Move the cursor to the next row Tap .
People & messaging Contact your friends and family, and share files, such as photos, using your phone. Stay tuned with the latest updates to your social networking services even when on the go. Make or answer a call Learn how to make or answer a call with your new phone. 1. Tap . 2. Type in the phone number. To type in the + character, used for international calls, tap * twice. 3. Tap . If asked, select which SIM to use. 4. To end the call, tap . 5. When someone calls you, swipe down to answer.
1. Tap . 2. Swipe up from the bottom of the screen, and tap Add new contact. 3. Write the name, number, and other details. Tip: To save a phone number in the dialler, type in the number, and tap . Edit the details of a contact Tap the contact, and swipe up from the bottom of the screen. Then tap Edit, and edit the details, such as the mail address or ringtone. Add more details When editing a contact, swipe up from the bottom of the screen, tap Add details, and tap a detail.
2. To add a contact as a recipient, tap , or tap Add recipient to start writing a name or typing in a phone number. You can add more than one recipient. 3. Write your message in the text box. Tip: To add a smiley, tap . 4. To add an attachment, such as a photo or video, tap . Tip: You can also take a new photo while writing your message. Tap and tap Done. 5. Tap > Camera, take a photo, . If asked, select which SIM to use. See 10 on page 31, 11 on page 31, and 9 on page 31.
Send a mail Would you like to send a mail while on the go? With your phone, you can read and send mail, even when not sitting at your desk. You must be connected to the internet to send and receive mail. 1. Tap and a mail account. 2. Swipe up from the bottom of the screen, and tap Compose email. 3. To add a recipient, tap , or start writing a name. You can also write the address. 4. Write the subject and your message. Tip: To add a suggested word, tap it. To browse the list, swipe over the suggestions.
If you have added friends to your chat contacts, they are automatically included in your contacts. If you have no contacts yet, you are asked to invite friends to chat. You can also chat with others than just your chat contacts. 1. Tap . 2. To start a chat, tap a contact. Green colour indicates that your friend is online. 3. Write your message. Tip: To add a smiley, tap 4. Tap . . Using services or downloading content may cause the transfer of large amounts of data, which may result in data costs.
Internet Learn how to create wireless connections and browse the web while keeping your data costs down. Browse the web Catch up on the news, and visit your favourite websites on the go. Tip: If your network service provider doesn't charge you a fixed fee for data transfer, to save on data costs, use a Wi-Fi network to connect to the internet. 1. Tap . 2. Write the web address in the address bar, and tap . Tip: To search the internet, write a search word in the address bar.
Tip: You can also pin your favourite websites to the apps menu. While browsing, swipe up from the bottom of the screen, and tap Add to Home. © 2013 Nokia. All rights reserved.
Camera Why carry a separate camera if your phone has all you need for capturing memories? With your phone camera, you can easily take photos or record videos. Take a photo Capture the best moments with your phone camera. 1. To switch the camera on, tap . 2. To zoom in or out, place two fingers on the screen, and slide them apart or together. You can also use the volume keys. 3. To take a photo, tap . The photos are saved in .
3. Select how to share, and follow the instructions shown on the screen. Tip: You can also share photos or videos directly from the camera, right after taking them. Tap > . Not all sharing services support all file formats or videos recorded in high quality. Using services or downloading content may cause the transfer of large amounts of data, which may result in data costs. © 2013 Nokia. All rights reserved.
Phone management & connectivity Take care of your phone and its contents. Learn how to connect to accessories and networks, transfer files, create backups, lock your phone, and keep the software up to date. Share your content using Slam Share your content easily with Slam. 1. Switch Bluetooth on in both phones. 2. Make sure the phones are visible to other phones. 3. Tap, for example, a photo, and > Slam via Bluetooth. 4. Move your phone close to the other phone.
Copy content between your phone and computer Copy photos, videos, music, and other content created by you (and stored on the memory card) between your phone and computer. To copy content from the phone memory, you need to have a memory card inserted in your phone. 1. Connect your phone to a compatible computer with a compatible USB cable. 2. Tap Mass storage. 3. On your computer, open a file manager, such as Windows Explorer, and browse to your phone. You can see the content stored on the memory card. 4.
If not supplied with your card or you forget the codes, contact your network service provider. If you type in the code incorrectly three times in a row, you need to unblock the code with the PUK or PUK2 code. PUK or PUK2 These are required to unblock a PIN or PIN2 code. If not supplied with your SIM card, contact your network service provider. Security code (lock code, password) This helps you protect your phone against unauthorised use. You can set your phone to ask for the lock code that you define.
Feature-specific information 1 The images in this guide may differ from your device screen. 2 If the battery is completely discharged, it may take several minutes before the charging indicator is displayed or before any calls can be made. 3 Operating the device in hidden mode is a safer way to avoid malicious software. Do not accept Bluetooth connection requests from sources you do not trust. You can also switch the Bluetooth function off when you are not using it.
Product and safety information Network services and costs You can only use your device on the GSM 900 and 1800 MHz networks. You need a subscription with a service provider. Using some features and downloading content require a network connection and may result in data costs. You may also need to subscribe to some features. Emergency calls 1. Make sure the device is switched on. 2. Check for adequate signal strength. You may also need to do the following: • • • • Put a SIM card in the device.
Always return your used electronic products, batteries, and packaging materials to dedicated collection points. This way you help prevent uncontrolled waste disposal and promote the recycling of materials. All materials of the device can be recovered as materials and energy. Check how to recycle your Nokia products at www.nokia.com/recycle. About Digital Rights Management When using this device, obey all laws and respect local customs, privacy and legitimate rights of others, including copyrights.
Medical devices Operation of radio transmitting equipment, including wireless phones, may interfere with inadequately shielded medical devices' function. Consult a physician or the medical device's manufacturer to determine if it is adequately shielded from external radio energy. Implanted medical devices To avoid potential interference, manufacturers of implanted medical devices recommend a minimum separation of 15.3 centimetres (6 inches) between a wireless device and the medical device.
Vehicles Radio signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in vehicles. For more info, check with the manufacturer of your vehicle or its equipment. Only qualified personnel should install the device in a vehicle. Faulty installation may be dangerous and invalidate your warranty. Check regularly that all wireless device equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly.
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