Nokia 6300 4G User Guide Issue 2021-05-12 en-USA
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide Table of Contents 1 About this user guide 5 2 Get started 6 Keys and parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Set up and switch on your phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Charge your phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 3 Basics 12 Explore your phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide 8 Music and videos 22 Music player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Listen to radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Video player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 9 Organize your day 24 Clock . . . . . . . .
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide Hearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Protect your device from harmful content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Potentially explosive environments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Certification information (SAR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide 1 About this user guide Important: For important information on the safe use of your device and battery, read “For your safety” and “Product Safety” info in the printed user guide, or at www.nokia.com/support before you take the device into use. To find out how to get started with your new device, read the printed user guide. © 2021 HMD Global Oy. All rights reserved.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide 2 Get started KEYS AND PARTS Explore the keys and parts of your new phone. Your phone This user guide applies to the following models: TA-1286, TA-1291, TA-1287, TA-1294, TA1307, TA-1324. The keys and parts of your phone are: 1. Scroll key 4. Left selection key 2. Call key 5. Earpiece 3. Multi-function key 6. Headset connector © 2021 HMD Global Oy. All rights reserved.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide 7. Power key 12. Camera 8. Right selection key 13. Loudspeaker 9. Back key 14. Back cover opening slot 10. End key 15. USB connector 11. Flash To lock the keys, press and hold � and select Lock . To unlock the keys, select Unlock . Avoid touching the antenna area while the antenna is in use. Contact with antennas affects the communication quality and may reduce battery life due to higher power level during operation.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide MicroSD memory cards Use only compatible memory cards approved for use with this device. Incompatible cards may damage the card and the device and corrupt data stored on the card. Note: Switch the device off and disconnect the charger and any other device before removing any covers. Avoid touching electronic components while changing any covers. Always store and use the device with any covers attached. Open the back cover 1.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide Insert the SIM card 1. Slide the SIM card holder to the left and open it up. 2. Place the nano-SIM in the SIM slot face down. 3. Close down the holder, and slide it to the right to lock it in place. Insert the second SIM card 1. Slide the SIM card holder of the SIM2 slot to the right and open it up. 2. Place the nano-SIM in the SIM2 slot face down. 3. Close down the holder, and slide it to the left to lock it in place.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide Tip: To find out if your phone can use 2 SIM cards, see the label on the sales box. If there are 2 IMEI codes on the label, you have a dual-SIM phone. Insert the memory card 1. Slide the memory card in the memory card slot. 2. Put back the battery. 3. Put back the cover. Switch on your phone Press and hold the power key until the phone vibrates. Select which SIM card to use 1. Press the scroll key and select Settings > Network & Connectivity > SIM manager . 2.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide CHARGE YOUR PHONE Your battery has been partially charged at the factory, but you may need to recharge it before you can use your phone. Charge the battery 1. Plug the charger into a wall outlet. 2. Connect the charger to the phone. When done, unplug the charger from the phone, then from the wall outlet. If the battery is completely discharged, it may take several minutes before the charging indicator is displayed. Tip: You can use USB charging when a wall outlet is not available.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide 3 Basics EXPLORE YOUR PHONE Open the apps list Press the scroll key. Open an app or select a feature Scroll to the app or feature and select SELECT . Go back to the previous view Press the back key. Go back to the home screen Press the end key. CHANGE THE VOLUME Turn the volume up or down Trouble hearing your phone ringing in noisy environments, or calls too loud? You can change the volume to your liking. To change the volume during a call, press the scroll key up or down.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide Write using the keypad Press a key repeatedly until the letter is shown. To type in a space, press 0 . To type in a special character or punctuation mark, press * . To switch between character cases, press # repeatedly. To type in a number, press and hold a number key. The writing method may vary between applications. CHANGE THE TEXT SIZE Make the text bigger Do you want to read bigger text on the display? 1. Press the scroll key and select Settings . 2.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide 4 Connect with your friends and family CALLS Make a call Learn how to make a call with your new phone. 1. Type in the phone number. To type in the + character, used for international calls, press * twice. 2. Press �. If asked, select which SIM to use. End a call To end a call, press the end key. If the phone display has gone to sleep during your phone call, press the power key, and then press the end key to end the call. Answer a call Press �.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide Copy contacts Copy contacts between your SIM card and the phone. To copy contacts between your phone and SIM card, in the contacts list, select Options > Copy contacts , and select whether to copy contacts from the phone or SIM card. To share a contact with a friend, scroll to the contact, select Options > Share , then select whether to share the contact using e-mail, messaging, or Bluetooth, for example. Call a contact You can call a contact directly from the contacts list. 1.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide 1. Press the scroll key and select E-Mail . 4. Type in the message subject and the mail. 2. Select Compose . 5. Select Send . 3. In the To field, type in an e-mail address. © 2021 HMD Global Oy. All rights reserved.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide 5 Personalize your phone CHANGE THE TONES You can choose a new ringtone. Change your ringtone 1. Press the scroll key and select Settings . 2. Scroll right to Personalization and select Sound > Tones > Ringtones . 3. Scroll to a ringtone and press the scroll key. CHANGE THE LOOK OF YOUR HOME SCREEN Choose a new wallpaper 1. Press the scroll key and select Settings . 2. Scroll right to Personalization and select Display > Wallpaper . 3.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide 6 Camera PHOTOS You don’t need a separate camera when your phone has all you need for capturing memories. Take a photo Capture the best moments with your phone camera. 1. To switch the camera on, press the scroll key and select Camera . 2. To take a photo, press the scroll key. Take photos with a timer Want to have time to get in the shot too? Try out the timer. 1. Press the scroll key and select Camera . 2. Select Options , scroll right to Self Timer , and select the time. 3.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide Watch the recorded video To view the video right after recording, select Preview . To watch the video later, on the home screen, press the scroll key and select Video . © 2021 HMD Global Oy. All rights reserved.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide 7 Internet and connections BROWSE THE WEB Connect to the internet Catch up on the news, and visit your favorite websites on the go. 1. Press the scroll key and select Internet . 2. Select Search Internet . 3. Write a web address, and select GO . 4. Use the scroll key to move the mouse cursor in the browser. Clear your browsing history 1. Press the scroll key and select Settings . 2. Scroll right to Privacy & Security and select Browsing privacy . 3.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide Use your phone as a Wi-Fi hotspot Need a network connection on your laptop? You can use your phone as a Wi-Fi hotspot. 1. Press the scroll key and select Settings > Network & Connectivity > Internet sharing . 2. If you have a dual-SIM phone, select which SIM to use for sharing. 3. Turn Wi-Fi hotspot on. You can now, for example, switch Wi-Fi on in your laptop and connect it to the phone’s Wi-Fi hotspot. © 2021 HMD Global Oy. All rights reserved.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide 8 Music and videos MUSIC PLAYER Listen to music 1. Press the scroll key and select Music . 2. Select whether you want to view your playlists, artists, albums, or songs. 3. Scroll to a song, and press the scroll key. Tip: To set a song as ringtone, scroll right to Songs , scroll to the song you want, and select Options > Save as ringtone . LISTEN TO RADIO Search for radio stations You need to connect a compatible headset to listen to the radio. The headset acts as an antenna.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide Play a video 1. Press the scroll key and select Video . 2. Scroll to the video you want to watch and press the scroll key. 3. Press the scroll key to pause and resume playback while watching the video. To watch the video in full screen, select Full Screen . To adjust the volume, select Options > Volume . To share the video with a friend, select Options > Share , and select to share using e-mail, messaging, or Bluetooth, for example. Tip: Not all video formats are supported.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide 9 Organize your day CLOCK Learn how to use the clock and timers to be on time. Set an alarm No clock around? Use your phone as an alarm clock. 1. Press the scroll key and select Clock . 2. Select New > Time , use the scroll key to set the time, and select Save . 3. If needed, set the alarm to repeat or give the alarm a name. 4. Select Save . If you often need an alarm at the same time, but don’t want to set in on repeat, just scroll to the alarm and select TURN ON .
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide CALENDAR Need to remember an event? Add it to your calendar. Add a calendar reminder 1. Press the scroll key and select Calendar > CALENDAR . 2. Scroll to the date you want and select Add . 3. Enter the event details. 4. Select whether to add a reminder to the event. 5. Select Save . CALCULATOR Learn how to add, subtract, multiply and divide with your phone calculator. Make a calculation 1. Press the scroll key and select Calculator . 2.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide 1. Press the scroll key and select Unit Converter . 2. Select the conversion type. 3. Press the scroll key to open a list of available measurements, and select the one you want to convert from. © 2021 HMD Global Oy. All rights reserved. 4. Scroll to the second measurement, press the scroll key, and select the measurement you want to convert to. 5. Use the number keys to enter the value you want to convert. The converter shows the converted value automatically.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide 10 Copy content and check the memory COPY CONTENT Copy content created by you between your phone and computer. Copy content between your phone and computer 1. Press the scroll key and select Settings . 2. Scroll right to Storage and set USB storage to Enabled . 3. Connect your phone to a compatible computer with a compatible USB cable. such as Windows Explorer, and browse to your phone. You can see the content stored on your phone and on the memory card, if inserted. 5.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide 11 Security and privacy SECURITY SETTINGS You can edit the available security settings. Check your apps’ permissions 1. Press the scroll key and select Settings . 2. Scroll right to Privacy & Security and select App permissions . 3. Select an app to see what kind of permissions it requests. You can grant or deny permissions. Manage your internet privacy settings 1. Press the scroll key and select Settings . 2. Scroll right to Privacy & Security and select Do not track . 3.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide 12 Product and safety information FOR YOUR SAFETY Read these simple guidelines. Not following them may be dangerous or against local laws and regulations. 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.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide AUTHORIZED SERVICE Only authorized personnel may install or repair this product. BATTERIES, CHARGERS, AND OTHER ACCESSORIES Use only batteries, chargers, and other accessories approved by HMD Global Oy for use with this device. Do not connect incompatible products. KEEP YOUR DEVICE DRY If your device is water-resistant, see its IP rating in the device’s technical specifications for more detailed guidance. © 2021 HMD Global Oy. All rights reserved.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide PROTECT YOUR HEARING To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods. Exercise caution when holding your device near your ear while the loudspeaker is in use. SAR This device meets RF exposure guidelines when used either in the normal use position against the ear or when positioned at least 1.5 centimetres (5/8 inch) away from the body.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide • If the phone screen and keys are locked, unlock them. • Move to a place with adequate signal strength. 1. Press the end key repeatedly, until the home screen is shown. 2. Type in the official emergency number for your present location. Emergency call numbers vary by location. 3. Press the call key. 4. Give the necessary info as accurately as possible. Do not end the call until given permission to do so. You may also need to do the following: • Put a SIM card in the phone.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide During extended operation, the device may feel warm. In most cases, this is normal. To avoid getting too warm, the device may automatically slow down, close apps, switch off charging, and if necessary, switch itself off. If the device is not working properly, take it to the nearest authorized service facility. RECYCLE Always return your used electronic products, batteries, and packaging materials to dedicated collection points.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide When your charger is not in use, unplug it. If left unused, a fully charged battery will lose its charge over time. Always keep the battery between 59°F and 77°F (15°C and 25°C) for optimal performance. Extreme temperatures reduce the capacity and lifetime of the battery. A device with a hot or cold battery may not work temporarily. Accidental short-circuiting can happen when a metallic object touches the metal strips on the battery. This may damage the battery or the other object.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide opposite the medical device. • Switch the wireless device off if there is any reason to suspect that interference is taking place. • Follow the manufacturer directions for the implanted medical device. If you have any questions about using your wireless device with an implanted medical device, consult your health care provider. HEARING Warning: When you use the headset, your ability to hear outside sounds may be affected. Do not use the headset where it can endanger your safety.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE ENVIRONMENTS Switch your device off in potentially explosive environments, such as near gasoline pumps. Sparks may cause an explosion or fire resulting in injury or death. Note restrictions in areas with fuel; chemical plants; or where blasting operations are in progress. Areas with a potentially explosive environment may not be clearly marked.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide in reducing your exposure, they recommend you limit your usage or use a hands-free kit to keep the device away from your head and body. For more information and explanations and discussions on RF exposure, go to the WHO website at www.who.int/peh-emf/en. ABOUT DIGITAL RIGHTS MANAGEMENT When using this device, obey all laws and respect local customs, privacy and legitimate rights of others, including copyrights.
Nokia 6300 4G User Guide HMD Global Privacy Policy, available at http://www.nokia.com/phones/privacy, applies to your use of the device. HMD Global Oy is the exclusive licensee of the Nokia brand for phones & tablets. Nokia is a registered trademark of Nokia Corporation. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by HMD Global is under license. © 2021 HMD Global Oy. All rights reserved.
