Nokia 3100 User Guide

4 Copyright © 2003 Nokia For your safety
WATER-RESISTANCE
Your phone is not water-resistant. Keep it dry.
BACKUP COPIES
Remember to make back-up copies or keep a written record of all 
important information stored in your phone
CONNECTING TO OTHER DEVICES
When connecting to any other device, read its user guide for detailed 
safety instructions. Do not connect incompatible products.
EMERGENCY CALLS
Ensure the phone is switched on and in service. Press End as many times 
as needed to clear the display and...

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  NETWORK SERVICES
To use the phone you must have service from a wireless service provider. Many of 
the features in this device depend on features in the wireless network to function. 
These Network Services may not be available on all networks or you may have to 
make specific arrangements with your service provider before you can utilize 
Network Services. Your service provider may need to give you additional 
instructions for their use and explain what...

6 Copyright © 2003 Nokia Welcome
2Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of the Nokia 3100 mobile phone. Your phone 
provides many functions which are practical for daily use, such as a stopwatch, 
alarm clock, calculator, calendar, and more. Your phone can also connect to a PC, 
laptop, or other device using the data cable. To personalize your phone, you can set 
your favorite ringing tones, create a Go to Menu, and select an Xpress-on™ color 
cover. For more information on connectivity, refer to the...

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Find information about your phone
This information is provided on 
the phone label. The label is on 
the back of the phone (under the 
battery). It contains the model 
and serial numbers, as well as 
other important information 
about your phone. See “Remove 
the back cover and battery” on 
page 10 for instructions on how 
to access the phone label. The 
label shows the following:
 Phone type (RH-19 or 
RH-50)
 Phone model (3100 or 3100b)
 International...

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Have the phone or enhancement available
Whether you are calling about your phone or an enhancement, have the equipment 
with you when you call. If a Nokia representative asks a specific question about the 
enhancement, you will have it available for quick reference. 
Contact your service provider
In many cases, the service provider will make available descriptions of its services 
and instructions for using features, such as:
 Voice mail and voice privacy
 Call waiting,...

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3 Overview of functions
Certain features use shared memory. See “Shared memory” on page 5 for more 
information.
 Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS), see “Multimedia messages” on page 36 
and “Options” on page 34.
 Speaker phone function, see “Speaker phone” on page 23
 Polyphonic MIDI ringing tones enable richer ringing tones with a wide variety 
of sounds.
 General Packet Radio Service (GPRS) is used for sending and receiving data 
over the mobile...

10 Copyright © 2003 Nokia SIM card and battery
4 SIM card and battery
Before you begin, you need to prepare your phone by installing the SIM card and 
charging the battery. This chapter covers these topics, as well as instructions on 
how to attach the optional headset.
  SIM CARD INSTALLATION
 
Warning: Keep all SIM cards out of the reach of small children. For availability 
and information on using SIM card services, contact your SIM card vendor. This 
may be the service provider, network operator, or...

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Install the SIM card
The SIM card and its contacts can easily be damaged by scratches or bending, so 
be careful when handling, inserting, or removing the card.
1Use a fingernail as a lever to unlatch 
the metal SIM card holder. 
2Swing the SIM card holder open.
3Insert the SIM card into the 
holder as shown, beveled corner 
first, with the gold colored 
contacts on the SIM card face up 
(away from the phone). 

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4Swing the SIM card holder closed. 
The gold colored contacts on the 
SIM card will meet the gold colored 
contacts on the inside of the 
phone. Gently press the SIM card 
holder into the phone until it clicks 
into place.
Install the battery
The SIM card must be installed before 
installing the battery.
1Position the battery so the gold 
colored contacts match up with 
those on the phone. The battery 
label should be facing toward the 
phone.
2Insert the...

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  CHARGE THE BATTERY
1Connect the charger to a 
standard wall outlet.
2Insert the charger plug into the 
round jack in the bottom of the 
phone.
The battery power indicator 
(or battery bar) appears on the 
screen and starts scrolling. If 
the phone is on, Charging appears briefly on the screen. When the battery bar 
stops scrolling, the battery charge is complete. Battery full appears also, if the 
phone is on.
3Disconnect the charger from the phone.
 You...