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Nokia N96 User Manual

Nokia N96
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Nokia N96 User Guide

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Nokia N96 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Panel typeTFT
Display diagonal2.8 \
Display resolution240 x 320 pixels
Display number of colors16.78 million colors
Internal memory16 MB
Front camera typeSingle camera
Rear camera resolution2592 x 1944 pixels
USB 2.0 ports quantity1
Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS)Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) is a standard way to send messages that include multimedia content to and from a mobile phone over a cellular network
Audio formats supportedAAC, eAAC+, MP3, WMA
Image formats supportedEXIF
Ringer typePolyphonic
Form factorSlider
Product colorGray
Talk time (2G)150 h
Battery capacity950 mAh
Standby time (2G)200 h
Continuous audio playback time14 h
Continuous video playback time5 h
2G standardsHSCSD
Data networkwcdma
Bluetooth version2.0+EDR
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth20 mm
Width55 mm
Height103 mm
Weight125 g

Summary

Safety

About your device

Information about the wireless device, its approval for networks, and legal/customary usage.

Network services

Information on using wireless service provider features and network-dependent services.

Get started

Keys and parts overview

Identifies front, back, side, and media keys/parts of the device.

Insert SIM card and battery

Instructions for inserting the SIM card and battery.

Switch the device on

Procedure to power on the Nokia N96 device.

Charge the battery

Steps for connecting and charging the device battery.

Memory card management

Details on using memory cards, inserting, and ejecting them.

Get connected

Connectivity methods

Overview of supported connectivity options: 2G/3G, Bluetooth, AV connector, USB, WLAN, GPS.

Find help

In-device help

How to access and use the built-in help instructions.

Additional applications

Information on Nokia and third-party applications.

Software updates

How to update the device software and check version.

Settings and access codes

Guidance on device settings and managing access codes.

Prolong battery life

Tips to conserve battery power and extend usage time.

Free memory

How to manage device memory and free up space.

Your device

Antenna locations

Identification of the device's internal and external antenna locations.

Welcome application

Initial setup and options presented when first switching on the device.

Nokia Switch

Transferring content, synchronising, or sending data between devices.

Display indicators

Explanation of icons and indicators shown on the device display.

Lock the keypad

Instructions on how to lock and unlock the device keypad.

Multimedia menu

Accessing frequently used multimedia content and features.

Mobile search

Using Mobile Search to find internet services and device content.

N-Gage platform

Introduction to the N-Gage gaming platform and its features.

Personalise your device

Change the look of your device

Customising the device's appearance with themes, wallpaper, and icons.

Set tones in Profiles

Customising tones for different events and profiles.

3-D tones

Enabling and adjusting 3D sound effects for ringing tones.

Modify the standby mode

Customising the standby display, shortcuts, and theme.

Modify the main menu

Changing the layout and arrangement of the main menu.

TV and video

Nokia Video Centre

Downloading and streaming video clips from services.

Live TV

Accessing digital TV broadcasts and mobile television services.

TV-out mode

Viewing captured images and video clips on a compatible TV.

Music folder

Music player

Playing songs, podcast episodes, and managing music libraries.

Playlists

Creating, viewing, and managing playlists.

Podcasts

Discovering, downloading, and managing podcasts.

Home network with music player

Playing music remotely via a home network.

Transfer music to your device

Methods for transferring music from PC or other devices.

Manual synchronisation

Selecting and moving songs/playlists between device and PC.

Automatic synchronisation

Setting up automatic music library updates via PC.

Nokia Music Store

Searching, browsing, and purchasing music online.

Nokia Podcasting

Searching, downloading, playing, and sharing podcasts.

Search podcasts

Finding podcasts by keyword or title using the search engine.

Directories

Finding and subscribing to new podcast episodes.

Downloads

Managing, downloading, and playing podcast episodes.

Play and manage podcasts

Displaying, playing, updating, and deleting podcasts.

Radio applications

Using FM radio, Visual Radio, and Internet radio.

Nokia Internet Radio

Listening to internet radio stations via WLAN or packet data.

Camera

About the camera

Overview of the device's two cameras and image capture capabilities.

Activate the camera

Steps to activate and close the main camera.

Image capture

Information on still image capture and camera indicators.

Active toolbar

Shortcuts for camera settings before and after capture.

Location information

Adding GPS location data to captured images and videos.

After taking a picture

Options available after capturing an image.

Flash and Scenes

Adjusting flash modes and selecting scenes for image capture.

Capture images in a sequence

Using sequence mode for capturing multiple images.

You in the picture—self-timer

Using the self-timer to include yourself in photos.

Tips on taking good photographs

Advice on picture quality, background, and depth for better photos.

Lighting conditions

Guidance on how lighting affects photographs.

Video recording

Information on video capture indicators and modes.

After recording a video

Options available after recording a video clip.

Camera settings

Configuring setup and main settings for the camera.

Still image camera settings

Main settings for still image capture like quality and naming.

Video settings

Main settings for video capture like quality and location.

Colour and lighting settings

Adjusting colour tone, exposure, sharpness, and light sensitivity.

Photos

Viewing and managing captured images and videos.

View and edit file details

Viewing and editing properties like tags, description, and resolution.

Organise images and videos

Methods for organising files using albums, tags, and months.

Tags

Categorizing media items using tags and tag manager.

Slide show

Viewing images as a slide show with custom settings.

Edit images

Using the image editor for cropping, red-eye removal, and effects.

Print images

Printing images using Image print via USB, Bluetooth, or WLAN.

Home network

About home network

Overview of UPnP and DLNA compatibility for home network setup.

Important security information

Security measures for WLAN home networks and access points.

Settings for home network

Configuring settings for sharing media files via WLAN home network.

Set sharing on and define content

Enabling/disabling content sharing and defining media files.

View and share media files

Sharing media files with UPnP devices via home network.

Show media files stored in your device

Displaying device media files on another home network device.

Copy media files

Transferring media files between devices via home network.

Home synchronisation

Synchronise media files

Synchronising media files between mobile device and home devices.

Synchronisation settings

Configuring automatic or manual synchronisation.

Define incoming files

Managing lists and settings for incoming media files.

Define outgoing files

Specifying file types for synchronisation and their methods.

Positioning (GPS)

About GPS

Introduction to Global Positioning System and device receiver.

Positioning methods

Using Integrated GPS, Assisted GPS (A-GPS), Bluetooth GPS, and Network based.

Hold your device correctly

Proper handling of the device to ensure GPS receiver function.

Tips on creating a GPS connection

Troubleshooting and advice for establishing a GPS connection.

Position requests

Handling requests to receive position information from network services.

Landmarks

Saving and managing location information for specific places.

GPS data

Providing route guidance and position information.

Route guidance

Using the device for navigation and planning routes.

Retrieve position information

Viewing and saving current location information.

Trip meter

Tracking distance and speed during trips.

Maps

Navigating maps, searching locations, and planning routes.

Browse maps

Viewing map coverage and exploring map data.

Your current location

Establishing GPS connection and viewing current location on map.

Move and zoom

Navigating and zooming within the map view.

Adjust the map view

Customising map display settings like units and points of interest.

Download maps

Downloading map data and voice guidance files.

Nokia Map Loader

Using PC software to download and install maps.

Find a place

Searching for locations and points of interest.

Plan a route

Planning routes, adding destinations, and managing stopovers.

Extra services for Maps

Purchasing and downloading guides and navigation services.

Navigation

Using Drive & Walk navigation services with voice guidance.

Traffic information

Accessing real-time traffic information and services.

Media folder

RealPlayer

Playing video clips and streaming media files.

Licences

Viewing digital rights management (DRM) licences.

Recorder

Recording voice memos and telephone conversations.

Web browser

Browse the web

Navigating web pages, using shortcuts, and saving pages.

Browser toolbar

Selecting frequently used browser functions.

Navigate pages

Using Mini Map and page overview for web page navigation.

Web feeds and blogs

Subscribing to and viewing web feeds and blogs.

Widgets

Downloading and using small web applications.

Content search

Searching for keywords within the current web page.

Download and purchase items

Downloading and purchasing items like ringtones and themes.

Bookmarks

Managing web addresses and visited pages.

Empty the cache

Clearing temporary data stored in the device cache.

End the connection

Disconnecting from the internet and closing the browser.

Connection security

Web settings

Configuring general, page, privacy, and feed settings.

Connections

Options for connecting to the internet or other devices.

Wireless LAN

Using WLAN for internet and device connectivity.

WLAN connections

Creating and managing internet access points for WLAN.

WLAN wizard

Assisted connection to WLAN networks.

WLAN internet access points

Defining and managing WLAN internet access points (IAPs).

Connection manager

Managing active data connections and available WLAN networks.

Bluetooth connectivity

Establishing wireless connections with compatible devices.

Pair devices

Pairing compatible devices for Bluetooth connection.

Receive data using Bluetooth connectivity

Accepting and managing data received via Bluetooth.

Block devices

Blocking specific devices from establishing Bluetooth connections.

Remote SIM mode

Using the device's SIM card remotely with compatible enhancements.

USB

Connecting the device to a PC via USB for various modes.

PC connections

Using PC connectivity applications like Nokia PC Suite.

Time management

Clock

Setting alarms, world clock, and managing time settings.

Calendar

Creating calendar entries and managing views.

Messaging

Managing messages, inbox, drafts, and sent items.

Write text

Inputting text using traditional and predictive text methods.

Write and send messages

Composing and sending text, multimedia, and email messages.

Messaging inbox

Receiving and managing messages in the inbox.

Message reader

Listening to text, multimedia, and audio messages.

Mailbox management

Setting up and managing e-mail accounts and mailboxes.

Retrieve and delete e-mail messages

Accessing, retrieving, and deleting e-mail messages.

Messaging settings

Configuring text and multimedia message settings.

E-mail settings

Configuring connection, user, and retrieval settings for e-mail.

Automatic retrieval settings

Setting up automatic retrieval of e-mail notifications.

Web service message settings

Receiving and managing web service messages.

Cell broadcast settings

Configuring reception and language for cell broadcast messages.

Other settings

General messaging settings like saved messages and memory usage.

Make calls

Initiating voice calls, managing call options, and using speed dial.

Make a conference call

Setting up and managing conference calls with multiple participants.

Speed dial a phone number

Assigning numbers to keys for quick dialing.

Call waiting

Managing incoming calls while on an active call.

Voice dialling

Using voice commands and voice tags to make calls.

Make a video call

Initiating and managing two-way video calls.

Options during a video call

Adjusting video call display and audio settings.

Answer or decline a video call

Accepting or rejecting incoming video calls.

Video sharing

Sending live video or clips during a voice call.

Requirements for Video Sharing

Ensuring UMTS connection and device setup for video sharing.

Settings for Video Sharing

Configuring person-to-person and UMTS connection settings.

Accept an invitation

Accepting or rejecting video sharing invitations.

Log

Storing communication history: recent calls, call duration.

Packet data

Checking data sent/received and managing connections.

Monitor all communication events

Viewing call logs, messages, and connection events.

Contacts (phonebook)

Save and edit names and numbers

Adding, editing, and attaching images to contact cards.

Manage names and numbers

Adding contacts to groups, checking group membership, deleting contacts.

Default numbers and addresses

Assigning default numbers or addresses to contacts.

Add ringing tones for contacts

Defining custom ringing tones for contacts or groups.

SIM services

Information on using SIM card services.

SIM contacts

Managing contacts stored on the SIM card.

Fixed dialling

Restricting calls to selected numbers or emergency numbers.

Manage contact groups

Creating and removing contact groups.

Office folder

Quickoffice

Viewing documents (.doc, .xls, .ppt) and downloading software.

Quickmanager

Downloading software, updates, and applications.

Notes

Creating, opening, sending, and deleting notes.

Adobe PDF reader

Reading and interacting with PDF documents.

Converter

Converting measures between units and currencies.

Zip manager

Creating and managing compressed .zip files.

Applications folder

Calculator

Performing simple calculations and managing memory.

Application manager

Viewing, removing, and managing installed applications.

Install applications and software

Transferring and installing applications from various sources.

Remove applications and software

Uninstalling applications and managing software packages.

Settings

Configuring software installation and other application settings.

Tools folder

File manager

Browsing, managing, and organising files and folders.

Back up files on a memory card

Backing up selected file types to a memory card.

Format mass memory

Formatting the device's mass memory.

Voice commands

Using enhanced voice commands to control the device.

Sync

Synchronising notes, calendar, messages, and contacts.

Device manager

Connecting to servers and managing configuration settings.

Speech

Setting language, voice, and voice properties for message reader.

Settings

General settings

Editing general device settings or restoring defaults.

Personalisation settings

Customising display, standby mode, and general functions.

Display settings

Adjusting brightness, auto-rotate, font size, and power saver.

Standby mode settings

Configuring standby shortcuts, theme, and operator logo.

Language settings

Changing phone and writing languages, and predictive text.

Enhancement settings

Configuring settings for connected enhancements.

TV-out settings

Configuring TV-out connection settings like default profile and screen size.

Security settings

Managing PIN codes, lock codes, and auto-lock periods.

Certificate management

Managing digital certificates for software authenticity and security.

Security module

Viewing and editing security module information.

Restore original settings

Resetting device settings to original factory values.

Positioning settings

Configuring GPS and network-based positioning methods.

Phone settings

Configuring call settings like caller ID, call waiting, and redial.

Troubleshooting

Password and code issues

Troubleshooting lost passwords, PIN, or PUK codes.

Application issues

Resolving issues with unresponsive applications.

Image quality issues

Troubleshooting smudgy images.

Display issues

Understanding pixel variations on the device display.

GPS connection problems

Troubleshooting issues with establishing a GPS connection.

Bluetooth connectivity problems

Troubleshooting finding devices and ending connections.

Home network connection issues

Resolving problems with home network connectivity.

PC connection issues

Troubleshooting PC connection and home network visibility.

WLAN connection issues

Troubleshooting WLAN access point visibility and connection.

Data deletion and memory issues

Saving data before deletion and managing low memory situations.

Contact selection for messages

Troubleshooting issues selecting contacts for messages.

Data connection re-establishment

Resolving issues with repeated data connection attempts.

PC connection troubleshooting

Ensuring correct PC Suite version and troubleshooting PC connection.

Program guide issues

Troubleshooting problems finding program guides.

Kick stand issues

Addressing issues with the device's kick stand.

Nokia original enhancements

Enhancements overview

Practical rules for using accessories and enhancements.

Battery

Information on battery type, talk time, and standby time estimates.

Battery and charger information

Details on battery usage, charging, and temperature effects.

Nokia battery authentication guidelines

Guidelines for authenticating original Nokia batteries.

Authenticate hologram

Steps to verify the authenticity of a Nokia battery hologram.

Battery authenticity check

What to do if you cannot confirm battery authenticity.

Care and maintenance

Device care suggestions

Tips for keeping the device dry, clean, and protected from damage.

Additional safety information

Safety guidelines for small children, medical devices, and hearing aids.

Potentially explosive environments

Safety precautions for using the device in potentially explosive areas.

Emergency calls

Procedure for making emergency calls.

CERTIFICATION INFORMATION (SAR)

Device compliance with radio wave exposure guidelines (SAR).

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