The menu

6. The menu

Your phone offers an extensive range of functions that are grouped in menus and submenus. Access these menus with the selection keys and scroll keys, or by entering the appropriate shortcut number.

• Scroll bar

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While using your phone’s menus, a scroll bar appears at the far right of the screen. This bar indicates where you are in the menu. Each numbered “tab” on the bar represents a different menu item.

For example, press Menu once. The scroll bar appears with the first (top)

tab displayed. A different tab appears each time you press or .

• Help text

Many menu items have brief help text. To view the help text, scroll to the menu item and wait for about 15 seconds. Press More to see the next page of the text or Back to exit.

• Menu shortcuts

When you scroll to a menu item, the menu number appears on the screen above the scroll bar. If you learn the menu numbers, you can use them to quickly find features instead of scrolling to them through the menu.

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Nokia 3390 manual Scroll bar, Help text, Menu shortcuts

3390 specifications

The Nokia 3390, introduced in 1999, is a classic mobile phone that symbolizes the peak of the early mobile phone era. It took the market by storm with its robust design and a range of appealing features. As part of the Nokia 3300 series, the 3390 was designed with a focus on durability and user-friendliness, which made it a favorite among consumers during its time.

One of the standout characteristics of the Nokia 3390 is its compact and lightweight design. Weighing just 133 grams, it easily fit into pockets and purses, making it extremely portable. Its dimensions of 113 x 48 x 22 mm offered a comfortable hold and an ergonomic feel. The device was known for its resilience, featuring a strong plastic casing that could withstand everyday wear and tear.

The Nokia 3390 featured a monochrome LCD display with a resolution of 48 x 84 pixels. While this may seem primitive by today’s standards, it was perfectly suitable at the time for displaying text messages and simple menus. It also supported a variety of customizable wallpapers and ringtones, allowing users to personalize their phones to match their style.

One of the key technologies integrated into the 3390 was its GSM connectivity, which enabled users to make and receive calls and send SMS texts with ease. The model was equipped with a long-lasting battery, offering up to 5 hours of talk time and 300 hours of standby time, making it an excellent choice for on-the-go communication.

In terms of functionality, the Nokia 3390 came with several built-in features such as the iconic Snake game, which captured the attention of millions and became a cultural phenomenon. Additionally, the phone supported messaging functions, including SMS, enabling users to communicate rapidly and conveniently.

The user interface was straightforward, characterized by Nokia's signature four-way navigation key, which simplified browsing through menus and settings. Additionally, the 3390 featured a remarkable ringtone composer, allowing users to create custom ringtones, enhancing the personalization aspect of the device.

Overall, the Nokia 3390 represents a significant chapter in mobile phone history. Its combination of durable design, user-friendly features, and impressive battery life made it a beloved choice for many, paving the way for future mobile innovations while remaining a nostalgic symbol for mobile enthusiasts.