Sony Ericsson W550i User Manual

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Contents Sony Ericsson W550i
Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Assembly, SIM card, battery, turning on, start-up menu,
calls.
Getting to know your phone . . . . . . . . 9
Phone overview, icons, use the menus, entering letters,
file manager.
Calling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Calls, contacts, voice control, call options.
Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Text messaging, picture messaging, voice messaging,
email, My friends.
Imaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Camera, video recorder, pictures.
Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
WALKMAN™, radio, PlayNow™, ringtones,
MusicDJ™, VideoDJ™, games and more.
Connectivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Internet and email settings, synchronizing, Bluetooth,
infrared, USB cable, update service.
More features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Alarm clock, calendar, tasks, profiles, time and date,
SIM card lock, etc.
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Why doesn’t the phone work the way I want?
Important information . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Sony Ericsson Consumer Web site, safe and efficient
use, warranty, declaration of conformity.
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Sony Ericsson W550i Specifications

General

Display Type	TFT, 256K colors
Display Size	1.8 inches
Resolution	176 x 220 pixels
Internal Memory	256MB
Main Camera	1.3 MP
Dimensions	93 x 46.5 x 22.5 mm
Network Technology	GSM
2G bands	GSM 900 / 1800 / 1900
GPRS	Class 10
EDGE	No
Announced	2005, Q3
Status	Discontinued
SIM	Mini-SIM
Memory Card slot	No
Call records	30 received, dialed and missed calls
Video	Yes
Alert types	Vibration; Downloadable polyphonic, MP3 ringtones
Loudspeaker	Yes
3.5mm jack	No
WLAN	No
Radio	FM radio
Messaging	SMS, EMS, MMS, Email, Instant Messaging
Browser	WAP 2.0/xHTML
Games	Yes + downloadable
Java	Yes, MIDP 2.0
Stand-by	Up to 400 h
Battery Type	Removable Li-Ion battery
Weight	120 g
Phonebook	Photo call
Bluetooth	1.2
USB	Yes
Music Player	Yes
Colors	Energy Orange

Summary

Getting Started

Phone Assembly and Initial Setup

Steps to insert SIM card and charge the battery before initial use.

Powering On and Making Calls

Instructions for powering on the phone and initiating calls.

Calling Features

Making and Receiving Calls

Procedure for making and receiving calls, including network selection.

Voice Control for Calls

Call Diverting and Waiting

Messaging Services

Text Messaging (SMS)

Instructions for sending and receiving text messages.

Picture Messaging (MMS)

Guide to composing, sending, and receiving picture messages.

Voice Messages

Email Setup and Management

Setting up and managing email accounts and messages.

Imaging and Camera

Camera and Video Recorder

Using the phone's camera and video recorder for capturing and managing media.

Entertainment Features

WALKMAN™ Player

Playing music and video clips, managing playlists, and using player controls.

Radio Functionality

PlayNow™ and Ringtones

MusicDJ™ and VideoDJ™

Connectivity Options

Internet and Network Settings

Configuring internet profiles, settings, and Java application options.

Browsing and Bookmarks

Synchronization Services

Bluetooth™ Wireless Technology

Using Bluetooth for device pairing, file exchange, and remote control.

Software Updates

Keeping the phone's software up-to-date via online or OTA services.

Important Information

Safety and Usage Guidelines

Essential information for safe and efficient phone operation.

RF Exposure and Medical Devices

Battery Care and Disposal

Guidelines for battery usage, care, and proper disposal.

Warranty and Legal Information