Sharp 550-SH Operations Instructions

Declaration of ConformityHereby, Sharp Telecommunications of Europe Limited, declares that this 550SH is in compliance with the essential requirements

Getting Started 93. Centre Key:BDisplays Main menu in standby, and executes functions.4. Left Soft Key:AExecutes the function in the lower left of the

Organiser & Tools 99To Change the Vibration of Alarm Tone1. On the Set Alarm screen, select “Vibration”.2. Select “On”, “Link to Sound” or “Off”.F

100 Organiser & ToolsRate ConversionYou can also use the calculator as a currency calculator to convert from/to a home currency using a conversion

Organiser & Tools 1013. Select “As Message” or “To Media Album”.For details on creating a message, see “Creating a New Message” on page 52.(The Me

102 Organiser & ToolsTasksYou can register your schedule as task entries for a given date or time.Creating a New Entry“Organiser & Tools” → “T

Organiser & Tools 103Making the Entry Completed or Incomplete“Organiser & Tools” → “Tasks”1. Highlight the desired entry.2. Press B.3. On the

104 Organiser & ToolsWorld ClockSetting the Time Zone“Organiser & Tools” → “World Clock”1. Press [Edit] and select “Set Time Zone”.The current

Organiser & Tools 105E-BookThis function allows you to view E-Book files (XMDF or Text files) stored on a memory card or in the Other Documents fo

106 Organiser & ToolsExpenses MemoYou can record an expenses memo with predefined or edited categories.Recording in the Expenses Memo“Organiser &a

SIM Application 107SIM ApplicationYou can refer to the information on the SIM. Contact your service provider for further details. (M 10)

108 SettingsSettingsThe settings contain the following four tabs.You can select the desired tab with the c/d key, and after that select the item you w

10 Getting Started14.Keypad15.#/Silent Key:RDisplays symbol screen on the text entry screen.Press and hold to switch languages on the text entry scree

Settings 109Resetting Profile Settings“Settings” → “Phone Settings” → “Profiles”1. Highlight the profile you wish to reset.2. Press [Options] and sele

110 Settings7. Highlight the ringtone you wish to use.To hear the demo play, press [Options] and select “Play”.8. Press [Options] and select “Assign”

Settings 111Message NotificationWhen receiving messages, your phone will notify you of their arrival with the ringtone or ring video clip you specify.

112 SettingsPower On/Off SoundYour phone can be set to emit a sound when it is switched on or off.“Settings” → “Phone Settings” → “Profiles”1. Highlig

Settings 113Setting the DisplayYou can change the settings of the display.Setting the WallpaperFor the standby screen, 9 pictures are provided. Pictur

114 SettingsTo Set My Pictures“Settings” → “Phone Settings” → “Display” → “System Graphics”1. Select the desired scene to set the picture to.2. Select

Settings 115Setting the Font Weight“Settings” → “Phone Settings” → “Display” → “Font Settings” 1. Select “Thin”, “Normal”, “Bold” or “Bolder”.The prev

116 SettingsSetting the Display SavingThe screen of this phone will automatically turn off after a given amount of time. You can change the length of

Settings 117Setting the Time Zone“Settings” → “Phone Settings” → “Date & Time” → “Set Time Zone”1. Press c or d to select the home city to set.2.

118 SettingsLanguage SettingYou can change the language displayed on the phone.“Settings” → “Phone Settings” → “Language”1. Select the desired languag

Getting Started 11Inserting the SIM Card and the Battery1. Slide off the battery cover ( ).2. Slide the SIM card into the SIM holder.3. Hold the batte

Settings 119Enabling/Disabling the PIN CodeIf the PIN code is enabled you are asked to enter the PIN code each time the phone is switched on. Your PIN

120 SettingsFunction LockBy setting this option on, all the functions of your phone will be locked until the correct handset code is entered.“Settings

Settings 121Master ResetResetting Settings from M1 to M12“Settings” → “Phone Settings” → “Master Reset” → “Reset Settings”1. Enter your handset code.

122 SettingsTo Show or Hide Your Phone“Settings” → “Connectivity” → “Bluetooth” → “Visibility”1. Select the desired visibility settings.“Show My Phone

Settings 123To Check and Uncheck the Paired Handsfree Devices“Settings” → “Connectivity” → “Bluetooth” → “Paired Devices”1. Press d to switch to the l

124 SettingsBluetooth Wireless SettingsWith this setting you can rename your phone, prevent other phones from recognising your phone, turn the Bluetoo

Settings 125To See Your Phone Details“Settings” → “Connectivity” → “Bluetooth” → “Bluetooth Settings” → “My Phone Details”Memory CardMaking and Restor

126 SettingsCall SettingsVideo Call SettingsSet various types of functions and services for video calls.Selecting an Image for the Alternative ImageYo

Settings 127MuteYou can mute the microphone while making a video call.“Settings” → “Call Settings” → “Video Call Settings” → “Mute Microphone”1. Selec

128 SettingsTo Access the Voicemail Centre1. Press and hold G in standby.To Activate the Voicemail Service“Settings” → “Call Settings” → “Voicemail &a

12 Getting StartedRemoving the SIM Card and theBattery1. Ensure that the phone is turned off and that the charger and other accessories are disconnect

Settings 129To Deactivate the Diverts/Voicemail Service“Settings” → “Call Settings” → “Voicemail & Diverts” → “Deactivate”1. Select the desired op

130 Settings(For “Outgoing Calls”)“Bar All Outgoing Calls”:Restricts all outgoing calls except emergency calls.“Bar International Calls”:Restricts all

Settings 131Rejecting a Call when the Caller’s Number is Withheld“Settings” → “Call Settings” → “Restrict Calls” → “Withheld Call” 1. Select “On” or “

132 SettingsMinute MinderMinute Minder function informs you of your talk time by sounding a tone after every minute.“Settings” → “Call Settings” → “Mi

Settings 133Setting the Network Manually“Settings” → “Network Settings” → “Select Network” → “Manual”1. Select the desired network.Adding a New Networ

134 SettingsWAP Settings“Settings” → “Network Settings” → “Internet Settings” → “WAP Settings” → “Create New”“Profile Name”: WAP profile name (Unique

Settings 135“Authentication Type”: Authentication type (“NONE”, “PAP” or “CHAP”)“User Name”: User name for access point“Password”: Password for access

136 SettingsCell BroadcastsYou can receive cell broadcast messages or general messages such as weather forecasts and traffic reports. This information

Settings 137Area InfoThe Area Info is the message information that operators send to subscribers in certain areas.When you receive Area Info, the mess

138 Call LogCall LogThe phone will record the last 30 missed calls, received calls and dialled numbers.Viewing Call Log“Call Log”1. Select from “All C

Getting Started 13Charging the BatteryYou must charge the battery for at least 160 minutes before using your phone for the first time.Using the Charge

Call Log 139Call TimersThis function lets you check the duration of your calls.Checking the Duration of the Last Call and All Calls“Call Log” → “Call

140 Call LogSetting the Charge LimitThis function is useful if you wish to make sure you do not exceed a certain charge limit.“Call Log” → “Call Costs

Connecting 550SH to Your PC 141Connecting 550SH to Your PCYou can use the following functions by connecting the 550SH to your PC using a USB port or B

142 Connecting 550SH to Your PCModem via Bluetooth connectionTo use the modem function via Bluetooth wireless technology interface, see “Using the Blu

Connecting 550SH to Your PC 143Software Installation1. Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.The 550SH CD-ROM screen is displayed.If the 5

144 TroubleshootingTroubleshootingProblem SolutionThe phone does not turn on.• Make sure the battery is properly inserted and charged.PIN code or PIN2

Troubleshooting 145Calls cannot be made or received.• If the message “Insert SIM card” is displayed when the phone is switched on, you cannot use your

146 Safety Precautions and Conditions of UseSafety Precautions and Conditions of UseYour phone conforms to international regulations insofar as it is

Safety Precautions and Conditions of Use 147Caring for your phone• Do not allow children to use your phone without supervision.• Do not open or attemp

148 Safety Precautions and Conditions of Use• Do not touch the battery terminals. Batteries can cause damage, injury or burns if a conductive material

14 Getting StartedBattery Level IndicatorThe current battery level is displayed in the upper right of the display.Low Battery during UseWhen the batte

Safety Precautions and Conditions of Use 149Aerial Care• Do not cover the top of the phone (p. 10, No. 19) with your hand when in use as this may inte

150 Safety Precautions and Conditions of UseOthers• As with any electronic storage unit, data may be lost or corrupted under various circumstances.• B

Safety Precautions and Conditions of Use 151SARYour mobile device is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed not to exceed the limits for exp

152 Safety Precautions and Conditions of UseINFORMATION ON PROPER DISPOSALA. Information on Disposal for Users (private households)1. In the European

Safety Precautions and Conditions of Use 153B. Information on Disposal for Business Users1. In the European UnionIf the product is used for business p

154 Safety Precautions and Conditions of Usethe phone transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands. Although the SA

Index 155IndexAAlarms 98BBattery 11Battery Level Indicator 14CCalculator 99Calendar 93Call Costs 139Call Log 138Call Settings 126Auto Redial 132Call W

156 IndexIIn Call Menu (Video Call) 27Changing the Image of Yourself 27Muting the Microphone 27Swapping Images 27Turning the Speaker On and Off 28Vide

Index 157Settings 108SIM Application 107SIM Card 11Speed Dialling 22Stopwatch 101TTasks 102Text Templates 83Themes 78Troubleshooting 144VVideos 77, 90

158 List of Menu FunctionsList of Menu FunctionsMenu No./Main Menu Menu No./Sub Menu11 Entertainment1 Games & Applications2 Mobile TV3 Streaming4

Getting Started 153. Slide the card holder as shown below in (OPEN ) and insert the memory card as shown in to .4. Hold the battery so that the me

List of Menu Functions 1597 Organiser & Tools1 Alarms2 Calculator3 Voice Recorder4 Stopwatch5 Tasks6 World Clock7 Countdown Timer8 E-Book9 Expense

160 List of Menu FunctionsNote for the menu indications for the Postcard, Media Album and other services• The menu indications for the Postcard, Media

16 Getting StartedConnecting the Stereo Handsfree1. Open and rotate the handsfree connector cover halfway around.2. Connect the Stereo Handsfree.Turni

Getting Started 17To Copy All Contacts List Entries from the SIM CardWhen you insert the SIM card into your phone for the first time and start the Con

18 Getting StartedDisplay Indicators1. / : Strength of received signal/Service out of range: 3G (UMTS)/GPRS/ : GPRS enabled/GPRS disabled: Roaming out

Introduction 1IntroductionCongratulations on your new 3G/UMTS 550SH phone.About This User GuideThis user guide is carefully designed to help you learn

Getting Started 1914.///: Silent/vibration setting [silent/increasing volume/vibration enabled/silent and vibration enabled]15. / / : Speaker mode [sp

20 Navigating FunctionsNavigating FunctionsAll applications are accessed from the Main menu. To open the Main menu, press the centre key B in standby.

Voice Call/Video Call Functions 21Voice Call/Video Call FunctionsMaking a Voice Call1. Enter the area code and the phone number you wish to dial and p

22 Voice Call/Video Call FunctionsSpeed DiallingUp to 8 phone numbers from the Contacts List memory (Handset and SIM) can be assigned to speed dials.

Voice Call/Video Call Functions 23Rejecting an Incoming Call1. Press F while the phone is ringing to reject a call you do not wish to answer.Letting t

24 Voice Call/Video Call FunctionsAccessing SMS/MMS Menu during a Call1. During a call, press [Options] and select “Messaging”.The following options a

Voice Call/Video Call Functions 25To Add New Participants to the Conference Call1. Press [Options] and select “Dial New Number”.2. Enter the number yo

26 Voice Call/Video Call FunctionsMaking a Video CallNote• Video calls can only be made and received if both parties have 3G capable phones and 3G cov

Voice Call/Video Call Functions 27Answering a Video CallWhen an incoming call is detected, the phone rings.1. Press D to answer the call with video or

28 Voice Call/Video Call Functions“Alternative Image”: The camera is turned off and the image selected in “Alternative Image” of “Video Call Settings”

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Voice Call/Video Call Functions 29To Turn the Backlight On or OffYou can turn on the backlight of your screen.1. During a video call, press [Options]

30 Entering CharactersEntering CharactersWhen entering characters to create Contacts List entries, text messages or multimedia messages, etc., press t

Entering Characters 31Changing the Input Language1. On the text entry screen, press [Options] and select “Input Language”.2. Select the desired langua

32 Entering CharactersMy DictionaryYou can create your own word list for T9 text input.1. On the text entry screen in T9 mode, press [Options] and sel

Using the Menu 33Using the MenuMain Menu1. Press B in standby.The Main menu is displayed.2. Press a, b, c or d to highlight the desired menu, then pre

34 Contacts ListContacts ListYou can store the phone numbers and Email addresses of your friends, family and colleagues in the Contacts List.Your phon

Contacts List 35Selecting the Storage Memory“Contacts” → “Settings” → “Save New Contact to”1. Select from “Handset”, “SIM” or “Choose before Saving”.I

36 Contacts ListViewing My Contact DetailsYou can register and edit your own contact as with other Contacts List entries.“Contacts” → “My Contact Deta

Contacts List 37Editing Contacts List Entries“Contacts” → “Contacts List”1. Highlight the entry you wish to edit.2. Press [Options] and select “Edit”.

38 Contacts ListRegistering Birthday Item to CalendarA birthday entered in a contacts list entry can be registered to the calendar.“Contacts” → “Conta

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Contacts List 394. Select “Assign Tone” or “Assign Video”.When selecting “Assign Video”, go to step 6.5. Select “Preset Sounds” or “My Sounds”.6. Sele

40 Contacts ListTip• If you modify the entry assigned in the group, you need to re-assign it to the group. Highlight the entry, press [Options], then

Contacts List 41Sending a Contacts List Entry“Contacts” → “Contacts List”1. Highlight the desired entry.2. Press [Options] and select “Send Contact”.3

42 Contacts ListSynchronising Contacts List Entries with those on the InternetThe data synchronisation functions are a network service which allow you

Contacts List 43Synchronisation Settings“Contacts” → “Synchronise” → “Sync Settings”1. Select the desired account or “Create New” to enter the followi

44 CameraCameraYour phone has a built-in digital camera that allows you to take pictures and record video clips wherever you are. This section starts

Camera 45Recording Video ClipsYou can record a video clip with your phone.“Camera”The preview is displayed on the screen.1. Press B.2. To stop recordi

46 CameraUsing the Self-TimerSelect the appropriate option.“Camera” → [Options] → “Modes” → “Self-timer” (Photo Camera Mode)“Camera” → [Options] → “Se

Camera 47Auto SaveYou can set the phone to save pictures and video clips automatically.“Camera” → [Options] → “Settings” → “Auto Save”1. Select “On” o

48 CameraFunctions in the Photo Camera ModeSelecting the Picture SizeYou can select the size of pictures. All taken pictures are saved in the JPEG for

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Camera 49Selecting a FrameYou can select the frame from preset patterns or My Pictures.“Camera” → [Options] → “Modes” → “Add Frame”1. Select “Preset F

50 CameraFunctions in the Video Camera ModeSelecting the Recording Time“Camera” → [Options] → “Record Time”1. Select “For Message” or “Extended Video”

Messaging 51MessagingYour phone allows you to send and receive text, multimedia and Email. It is compatible with most POP3 Email providers.SMSSMS allo

52 MessagingCreating a New Message(SMS/MMS)“Messaging” → “Create Message” → “Message”(Email)“Messaging” → “Create Message” → “Email”1. Select the addr

Messaging 53To Add a Slide Show1. In step 4 in “Creating a New Message” on page 52, press [Options] and select “Add Slide”.If you wish to add more sli

54 MessagingTo Attach a Contacts List Entry1. In step 6 in “Creating a New Message” on page 52, highlight the “Others” indicator in the lower right of

Messaging 55Note• The current message size displayed while you are creating the message is an approximation.• If a message cannot be sent for some rea

56 MessagingReading a MessageMessages you receive are saved in the Inbox.“Messaging” → “Inbox”1. Select the desired tab, SMS/MMS or Email.2. Select th

Messaging 57Replying to a Message or to All Addresses“Messaging” → “Inbox”1. Highlight the message the sender of which you wish to reply to.2. Press [

58 MessagingSending a Picture File with PostcardYour phone allows you to send multimedia messages to a Vodafone specific Postcard service centre that

Contents 5Dialling from the Contacts List ...36Editing Contacts List Entries ...37Assigning a Ringtone or a Ring Video

Messaging 59Note• The items “Name”, “Street & Number” and “City” are necessary to complete sending Postcards.• The items displayed differ accordin

60 Messaging1st Sign in“Messaging” → “Vodafone Messenger”1. Enter your screen name and press B.Your phone is connected to Instant messenger server.2.

Messaging 61Tip• You can move the cursor by a/b. When the cursor is at the top of the lower window, a moves control to the upper window then a/ b scro

62 MessagingReading a Message“Messaging” → “Vodafone Messenger”1. Display the Conversations tab by c/d.2. Select the desired message you wish to read.

Messaging 63Adding Contacts from the Watchers List“Messaging” → “Vodafone Messenger”1. Press [Options] and select “Settings”.2. Select “Watchers List”

64 MessagingMessaging SettingsGeneral Settings“Messaging” → “Messaging Settings” → “General Settings”1. Select the item you wish to set up.• “Home Dow

Messaging 65SMS Settings“Messaging” → “Messaging Settings” → “SMS Settings”1. Select the item you wish to set up.• “Message Centre”:Enter the message

66 MessagingMMS Settings“Messaging” → “Messaging Settings” → “MMS Settings”1. Select the item you wish to set up.• “MMS Accounts”:Select the desired a

Messaging 67Email Settings“Messaging” → “Messaging Settings” → “Email Settings”1. Select the item you wish to set up.• “Email Accounts”:Select the des

68 Vodafone live!Vodafone live!Your phone is already configured to access Vodafone live! and the mobile internet*.Vodafone live! is a whole world of i

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Vodafone live! 69Navigating a WAP Page• a b c d: Move the highlights around in the screen.• B: Executes the option displayed in the lower centre of th

70 Vodafone live!Browser Settings“Vodafone live!” → “Browser Settings”“Font Size”: Sets the size of the browsing font.“Scroll Step”: Sets the speed of

Vodafone live! 71The Advanced OptionsC → [Options] → “Advanced”“Saved Page”: The saved screenshots are displayed.“Save This Page”: Saves the WAP page

72 MusicMusicMusic PlayerMusic Player supports MP3, MPEG-4 and 3GPP format sound files. While playing back sound files in the background, you can use

Music 73• When you receive a call, playback of the current file is paused, and you can receive the call. After the call ends, the paused playback resu

74 MusicAdding a File to the PlaylistYou can add files to a playlist by doing the following.“Music” → “My Music” → “All Music”1. Highlight the file yo

My Items 75My ItemsMy Items contains several types of picture, sound and video clip data. Also included in My Items are frequently used text message p

76 My ItemsEditing Pictures“My Items” → “Pictures”1. Highlight the file you wish to edit.2. Press [Options] and select “Picture Editor”.3. Select the

My Items 77Using the Sound Files as a Ringtone“My Items” → “Music & Ringtones”1. Highlight the file you wish to use as a ringtone.2. Press [Option

78 My ItemsThemesYou can easily customise the display of 550SH, by using the theme files.The theme files that are downloaded from mobile Internet site

Your Phone 7Your PhonePlease check the following carefully. Your phone should come complete with:• 3G (UMTS)/GSM 900/1800/1900 GPRS phone• Rechargeabl

My Items 79Common Option MenusActivating Files with Copyright Protection (DRM)Some pictures, sound files, video clips and theme files have a digital c

80 My ItemsNote• Pictures/Sounds/Video clips protected by copyright cannot be sent attached to a message, with the exception of Separate Delivery file

My Items 813. Select the desired option.“Move”: Moves files to another folder. Select the desired folder to move to. “Copy”: Copies files. Select the

82 My ItemsUploading My Items DataYou can upload your picture, sound or video clip files to the Media Album.“My Items” → “Pictures”“My Items” → “Music

My Items 83Games & ApplicationsFor details on Vodafone specific applications, see “Games & Applications” on page 84.Text TemplatesYou can reg

84 EntertainmentEntertainmentGames & ApplicationsUsing ApplicationsVarious kinds of Vodafone specific applications can be used on this phone. To u

Entertainment 85Executing Applications“Entertainment” → “Games & Applications” → “Games” or “Applications”1. Select the title of the application y

86 Entertainment4. Select one of the following options:“Session”: The confirmation message is not displayed until you exit the application, while exec

Entertainment 87SettingsApplication VolumeYou can set the volume of the application such as the sound effect to one of the five levels or silent. When

88 EntertainmentCalls & AlarmsYou can set the priority of incoming calls and alarms while an application is operating.“Entertainment” → “Games &am

8 Getting StartedGetting Started12345678109111412131516171822192021231. Earpiece2. Navigation Keys (Arrow Keys):Moves cursor to highlight a menu item,

Entertainment 89Default Settings“Entertainment” → “Games & Applications” → “Settings” → “Set to Default”1. Enter your handset code.For details on

90 EntertainmentVideosPlaying Back Video Clip Files“Entertainment” → “Videos” → “My Videos”1. Select “Handset Memory” or “Memory Card”.2. Select “All

Entertainment 91Adding a New PlaylistYou can create a playlist and register desired files in it.“Entertainment” → “Videos” → “My Videos”1. Select “Han

92 EntertainmentDownloading Video Clip Files“Entertainment” → “Videos” → “Get New Videos”The video clip file download site is displayed.Playing Back t

Calendar 93CalendarCalendar allows you to easily schedule appointments or events at any given date or time.These entries can also be sent via Bluetoot

94 CalendarTo Change the Type of the Reminder Tone or Video1. On the New Entry screen, select “Reminder”.2. Select “Assign Tone/Video”.3. Select “Assi

Calendar 95Viewing a Schedule Entry“Calendar”1. Select the day you wish to view.2. Select the desired entry.To Search by Date1. In any view, press [Op

96 CalendarTip• The selected date/days are also highlighted on the calendar on the standby screen.Note• If the same date is set with both a date colou

Calendar 97Sending a Schedule Entry“Calendar”1. Select the day including schedule entries you wish to send.2. Highlight the entry you wish to send, pr

98 Organiser & ToolsOrganiser & ToolsAlarmsSetting the AlarmsThe alarm function allows you to be alerted at a specified time.Note that you nee