Getting Connected, Attaching your battery

2. Getting Connected

Before you can use your new phone, you need to attach and charge the battery. This section will help familiarize you on how, and when, to charge your battery.

Attaching your battery

Simply place the battery in the grooves on the back of your phone. Then slide the battery upward until it clicks.

Note: Use only those batteries approved by the phone manufacturer and recharge your battery only with the chargers approved by the manufacturer.

See “Important Battery Information” on page 6.

Removing the battery

Note: Switch off the phone before removing the battery!

1. Press and hold the button at the top of the battery.

2. Slide the battery toward the bottom of the phone.

3. Lift the battery off the phone.

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Nokia 6160 manual Getting Connected, Attaching your battery, Removing the battery

6160 specifications

The Nokia 6160, launched in the late 1990s, is a notable model in the history of mobile phones, representing a significant advancement in mobile communication technology during its time. This device was designed primarily for the North American market and became quite popular due to its robust features and reliable performance.

One of the key characteristics of the Nokia 6160 is its sleek and compact design, which weighs approximately 5.6 ounces and measures about 4.5 inches in height. Its size made it comfortable to carry, fitting easily into pockets or bags. The phone featured a monochrome LCD display with a resolution of 48 x 84 pixels, providing clear visibility for text and call information.

In terms of technology, the Nokia 6160 operates on the GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) network, which was a leading standard for mobile communication at the time. As a dual-band phone, it supports both 850 MHz and 1900 MHz frequencies, enhancing its connectivity in various regions. The device boasts a talk time of up to 3 hours and standby time of approximately 10 days, ensuring users could rely on it throughout the day.

The Nokia 6160 is equipped with a basic set of features that cater to the primary needs of mobile users. It includes a simple yet effective contact management system, allowing users to store up to 100 names, which was a significant improvement over earlier models. Additionally, the phone comes with a calendar, alarm clock, and calculator, making it a handy tool for everyday tasks.

Another notable feature of the Nokia 6160 is its customizable ringtones, allowing users to choose from a variety of sounds to personalize their phone. The phone also supports SMS (Short Message Service), enabling users to send and receive text messages, a feature that was gaining popularity at the time.

The Nokia 6160 was known for its durability and long-lasting battery, which became a hallmark of Nokia phones in general. Its sturdy design and reliable performance contributed to its reputation as a user-friendly mobile device in an era where mobile technology was rapidly evolving.

In summary, the Nokia 6160 is a quintessential representation of late 90s mobile phones, featuring essential technologies and characteristics that met the demands of its users. Its combination of portability, reliability, and user-friendly features made it a popular choice, leaving an enduring legacy in the world of mobile communication.

Contents

Page Menu Keys Power keyScroll keys Fixed antenna Indicators and Icons Table of Contents Page Iii Data and fax calls 7. Accessories Safety At a Glance Updates Disclaimer Using this GuideFCC/Industry Canada Notice Removing the battery Attaching your batteryGetting Connected Charging your new battery When is a good time to charge? Can you make calls while charging? When is charging complete?Discharging NiMH batteries Important Battery Information Get a good signal Switching the phone on and offSwitching off with the key Basics Dialing stored phone numbers Checking signal strengthEditing a number on display Calling card calls Deactivating Keyguard KeyguardActivating Keyguard There are two different ways to deactivate Keyguard Answering a call with Keyguard active Some notes about Keyguard Soft keys Using Your PhoneDisplay Scroll key Menu & submenu numbering What is the ‘start screen’?Scrolling through the main menu Using shortcuts Help text Dialed calls Call timersMissed calls Received calls Dice Setting the alarm clock Features a to ZWhen the alarm goes off Snoozing Turning the alarm clock offActivating automatic answer Using the calculator Activating automatic redial Storing exchange rate Press Options. With Equals highlighted, press OKConverting currency Option 1 View day Using the calendarPress Menu 8 Calendar Option 2 Make note Option 5 Go to date Option 3 Erase notesOption 4 View all Option 6 Set the date Highlight Activate and press OK Press Menu 4 4 2 Settings Network services Call forwardingUsing call log Call forwarding options Ówhile the number is on the display Using call settingsPress Menu 4 1 Settings Call settings ‘Options’ soft key Answering an incoming call with call waiting Call timersCall waiting Press ó Activating call waiting Swapping between two callsEnding the calls Adding names to a caller group Renaming a caller group Press OptionsDefining a ringing tone for a caller group Removing names from a caller group Calling card Press Menu 4 1 3 Settings Call settings Calling cardCaller ID Storing your calling card Choosing a calling card to use Making calling card calls Change security code Clear timersChange lock code Clear call lists Selecting time format Setting the clockClock Displaying or hiding the clock Conference call Current call timerActivating the current call timer Making a conference call Dialed calls Earpiece volumeCustomize profiles Press Menu 2 2 Call log Dialed Calls Emergency key Activating Emergency key ABC mode Entering letters and numbers Special characters for storing names Changing letter caseMode Special Characters for storing numbers Erasing your entire phone book Be entered while in modeErasing stored names and numbers Memory Game options LogicInstructions will describe how the game is played In-call menu InboxKeypad tones Language Setting the keypad tonesLast call timer Choosing a language for your phone Lights Life timerLetter case Listen to voice messages Changing your lock code Setting manual touch tonesLock code A lock code, only numeric characters are accepted Press Menu 1 Messages Using messagesMemory status Scroll to one of the following options, then press Missed calls MicrophoneMuting and unmuting your phone If the display says ‘Missed calls’ NAM selection Press Menu 4 4 6 Settings Network services NAMNetwork feature setting Selecting the NAM for your phone To Activate or Cancel, then press OK Storing codes Assigning one-touch dial locations Calling a number using one-touch dialingOne-touch dialing Changing numbers in one-touch dial list Erasing one-touch dial locations Accessing the phone bookThings to know about the phone book Press Names Scroll to Add new and press About the submenusStoring a name and number Changing a number stored with a name Erasing stored names and numbers Recalling names & numbersRecalling numbers by name Erasing your entire phone book Answering a call with phone lock on Phone lockTurning on phone lock Press any key except ôand Accessing Profiles Using phone settingsNow you can adjust and custo Press Menu Renaming profiles Customizing ProfilesReceived calls Renaming profiles Restore factory settingsRestoring factory settings Restrict calls Restrict incoming calls Press Menu 4-3-1 Settings Security settings Restrict callsAdding call restrictions Selecting call restrictions Editing call restrictions Erasing call restrictions Selecting ringing options This is one of the settings in your phone’s ProfilesRinging options Ringing tones Roaming Indicators Ringing volumeSetting the ringing volume Roaming Scrolling view 1Restrict calls See 2Access codes SeeSaved Selecting your scrolling view Changing your security code Security codePhone will display Security code changed Send own number 1Call settings See 2Phone settings See Press Menu 4 4 4 Settings Network services Send own numberSettings Storing a name & number System To switch from private to publicText messages and pages Text message options Writing text messages Sending text messages Sending options Message settingsWhen you receive a text message Receiving text messages Calling someone back in a message Reading text messagesReading options Forwarding a message Receiving a When your phone’s memory is fullReplying to a message Touch tones Sending a touch tone string Storing touch tone stringsStoring touch tone strings with phone numbers Calling the unlocked phone number Touch tone lengthStoring the unlocked phone number Vibrating alert Voice mailbox number Setting up your voice mailbox numberActivating vibrating alert This number dials your voice mailbox Listening to your voice messages Greetings, passwords, and promptsVolume Voice privacy Welcome note Turning warning and game tones on and offScroll to On or Off and press OK Press Menu 1 3 Messages Welcome note Data and fax calls Keep all accessories out of reach of small children AccessoriesFew practical rules for accessory operation Batteries Charging Times Standby and Talk Times Standard Travel Charger ACP-7U Chargers & Other AccessoriesRapid Travel Charger ACP-9U Compact Desktop Charging Stand DCH-9 Rapid Cigarette Lighter Charger LCH-9You can charge your Used together with Extended Li-Ion 900 mAh What if charging fails? TroubleshootingNo service What if the call doesn’t go through? Operating Environment Important Safety Information Traffic SafetyReference Information Electronic Devices Vehicles Hearing AidsOther Medical Devices Posted Facilities Vehicles Making an Emergency Call Certification Information SAR Care and Maintenance 20C to + 40C Technical Data4F to + 104F Nokia One-Year Limited Warranty Exceptions Claim Procedure Nokia Products Limited Index Restrict calls Call timers 23 Call waitingBook Factory settings, restoring Paging 61 Phone book