Phone overview Loudspeaker Standby indicator LED LED indicates that the phone is still on, when phone display is switched off. Status indicator line Fast dialling key (p. 17) Camera key Volume control Plug socket Softkeys The current functions of these keys are shown as / symbols (e.g.
Safety precautions Information for parents Please read the operating instructions and safety precautions carefully before use. Explain the content and the hazards associated with using the phone to your children. Remember to comply with legal re- quirements and local restrictions when using the phone.
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All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities ap- pointed by the government or the lo- cal authorities. This crossed-out wheelie bin symbol on the product means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC.
etting started Your phone's display is covered with a protective film. Remove this before using the phone. In rare cases static dis- charge can cause tempo- rary discolouration in the display. However, this will disappear within approx. 10 minutes. Inserting battery/SIM card/ MicroSD card The service provider supplies you with a SIM card on which all the important data...
Charging the battery The battery is not fully charged when delivered. Plug the charger cable into the side of the phone, plug the power supply unit into a mains power socket and charge for at least two hours (for charging via USB, see p. 18). Do not interrupt the charging procedure prematurely.
The complete de- scription can be found on the CD ROM or the Internet at this address: www.BenQ-Siemens.com/el71 Slider Open slider completely • Display light on. • Keypad unlocked.
Tabs The handy tabs offer you fast access to information and functions. Switch between the individual tabs. If an input field is activated on a tab, it is only possible to navigate within the field using the navigation key. Mark mode For some applications (e.g.
PIN control The PIN is usually requested each time the phone is switched on. You can deacti- vate this feature but you risk unauthor- ised use of the phone. If PIN use is deacti- vated confirmation is required to switch on the phone.
Text templates í ¢ ¢ Templates ¢ Text templates Text templates can be stored in the phone for adding to your messages. Press briefly: swap between: abc, Abc, Status shown in top line of the display. Press and hold: all input variants are displayed.
Call options Functions which are only available during the call are offered in the call menu. Swapping between 2 calls ¢ actual call. Enter phone Hold §Options§ number. When the connection is estab- ¢ lished, between the calls. Swap §Options§ Conference When the first connection is established, put it on hold.
For a detailed description of all functions see the complete version of the user guide on the CD ROM or at: www.BenQ-Siemens.com/el71 Call records Phone numbers are stored for easy redialling. í...
Further functions are available in the op- tions menu depending on the situation: Memory Self-timer, For a detailed description of all functions see the complete version of the user guide on the If necessary, CD ROM or at: www.BenQ-Siemens.com/el71 folder Pictures Wallpaper ¢ Settings. §Options§...
Address(es) Further functions for writing and sending are available in the options menu. For a detailed description of all functions see the complete version of the user guide on the CD ROM or at: www.BenQ-Siemens.com/el71 ¢ ¢ ¢ Create new Open menu, then select item.
Receiving A new incoming message is shown in the display. ì Display the message. Use the softkey underneath to open the Inbox. To receive a complete MMS later on, open the notification. Reading í ¢ ¢ Inbox Select the SMS/MMS tab and select the required message.
Inst. messaging This function is not supported by all serv- ice providers. For a detailed description see the complete version of the user guide at: www.BenQ-Siemens.com/el71 E-mail Your phone has also an e-mail program (client). For a detailed description see the complete version of the user guide at: www.BenQ-Siemens.com/el71...
Further functions are available in the options menu. For a detailed description of all functions see the complete version of the user guide on the CD ROM or at: www.BenQ-Siemens.com/el71 End connection Press to end the connection and close the browser.
Profiles ¢ Select function. For more detailed description see com- plete version of the user guide at: www.BenQ-Siemens.com/el71 Profiles Several settings can be stored in six phone profiles so that the phone can be adapted, for example, to the surrounding level of noise.
Navigation keys The navigation key can be assigned a function for three directions (only effec- tive in standby mode). The downwards movement is assigned to opening con- tacts and cannot be modified. Number keys Number keys 2 to 9 can be used as fast di- alling numbers or as fast access to func- tions.
Organiser ¢ ¢ Select function. Calendar You can enter appointments in the calen- dar. The calendar offers you three views: monthly view, weekly view and daily view. Appointments are shown as a col- our bar on the vertical hour division. Scroll between weeks/ days/hours.
Sound recorder Use the sound recorder to record noises and tones for use as ringtones (see also Dictat.machine, p. 19). My menu Create your own menu with frequently used functions, phone numbers or Internet pages. Alarm clock ¢ ¢ Alarm clock The alarm sounds at the set time even when the ringtones or the phone are switched off.
(DRM, p. 7). For a detailed description of all functions see the complete version of the user guide on the CD ROM or at: www.BenQ-Siemens.com/el71 Additional information You can use the browser to download applica- tions (e.g. ringtones, games, pictures, anima- tions) from the Internet.
MPM, a detailed user guide and online help are contained on the CD enclosed with this phone. You can download fu- ture versions of the software from the Internet at: www.BenQ-Siemens.com/el71 Customer Care We offer fast, individual advice! You have sever- al options: Our online support on the Internet: www.BenQMobile.com/customercare...
Product data Declaration of conformity Hereby, BenQ Mobile, declares that this EL71 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. The relevant declaration of conformity (DoC) has been signed.
European Union (RTTE) and international (ICNIRP) INFORMATION ON RF EXPOSURE / SPECIFIC ABSORPTION RATE (SAR) THIS MODEL MEETS INTERNATIONAL GUIDE- LINES FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES Your mobile device is a radio transmitter and re- ceiver. It is designed not to exceed the limits for ex- posure to radio waves recommended by international guidelines.
• Any other claims resulting out of or in connec- tion with the device shall be excluded from this Guarantee. Nothing in this Guarantee shall at- tempt to limit or exclude a Customer’s Statutory Rights, nor the manufacturer's liability for death or personal injury resulting from its negligence.
• Insofar as no Guarantee default exists, BenQ Mobile reserves the right to charge the customer for replacement or repair. • The above provisions do not imply a change in the burden of proof to the detriment of the customer. To invoke this Guarantee, please contact our on- line support on the Internet www.BenQMobile.com/customercare or the tel-...
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MISUSE OF THE LICENSED SOFTWARE OR DATA GENERATED BY THE LICENSED SOFTWARE IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED BY BENQ, MAY VIOLATE GERMAN, U.S. AND OTH- ER LAWS AND MAY SUBJECT YOU TO SUB- STANTIAL LIABILITY. You are solely responsible for any misuse of the Licensed Software under this Agreement and for any liability or damage related in any way to your use of the Licensed Software in violation of this Agreement.
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Licence Agreement istration Regulations, that You shall not disclose or otherwise export or re-export the Licensed Soft- ware or any part thereof delivered under this Agreement to (a) Cuba, Iran, Iraq, Libya, North Ko- rea, Sudan, Syria or any other country (including a national or resident of such country) to which the U.S.
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