4. Basic functions
Turning the phone on or off
Press and hold the 
key for one second.
Note: If the phone asks for a lock code, see ‘Lock code’ on page 56. If the phone asks for a security code, see ‘Security code’ on page 56.
WARNING! Do not switch on the phone when wireless phone use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger.
About the antenna
Your Nokia phone has a
Normal position
Hold the phone as you would any other telephone, with the antenna pointed up and over your shoulder.
Tips on efficient operation
As with any other radio transmitting device, do not touch the antenna unnecessarily when the phone is switched on. Contact with the antenna affects call quality and may cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than otherwise needed.
Checking signal strength
Your phone operates on radio waves. Radio signal coverage is maintained by a wireless network, and the quality of calls on your phone depends on the strength of the wireless radio signal.
Get a strong signal
When you are at the start screen (see page 7) or in a call, the strength of the radio signal is indicated by the signal indicators on the left side of your phone’s display. These indicators scroll as the signal strength increases and decreases.
To improve your phone’s reception, try moving your phone slightly. If you are inside a building, move toward a window.
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