Entering letters and numbers, Standard text input

6. Entering letters and numbers

You can enter letters and numbers into your phone for a person’s name and phone number, writing a text message, and so on. There are two ways to do this:

•Standard text input, for making entries in the phone book, entering calendar notes, and renaming caller groups

•Predictive text input, for writing text messages and picture messages. See “Using predictive text input” on page 75 for more information

•Standard text input

ABC mode

This is the default mode. The ABC icon appears as visual confirmation.

1Find the key that is below the letter you want to enter.

2Press it as many times as needed for the letter to appear on the screen.

For example, to enter the name John:

Press	J
Press	O
Press	H
Press	N

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Nokia 8850 Entering letters and numbers, Standard text input, ABC mode, For example, to enter the name John Press

8850 specifications

The Nokia 8850, released in 1999, is a remarkable mobile phone that epitomizes the blend of elegance and functionality. Renowned for its sleek design and advanced features, the Nokia 8850 became a status symbol during its time, appealing to both business professionals and style-conscious consumers.

One of the standout features of the Nokia 8850 is its compact and lightweight design. Weighing only 91 grams and featuring a slim profile, the phone was exceptionally portable, making it easy to carry around. Its metallic casing, coupled with a high-quality finish, not only added to its aesthetic appeal but also provided durability.

The Nokia 8850 is powered by Nokia's Series 40 user interface. The interface was intuitive and user-friendly, allowing seamless navigation through various functions. The device features a monochrome display with a resolution of 48 x 84 pixels. While modest by today’s standards, the screen was adequate for displaying essential information such as contacts, text messages, and menus.

In terms of connectivity, the Nokia 8850 supported GSM networks, operating on the 900 MHz and 1800 MHz frequencies. This allowed users to stay connected in various regions, particularly in Europe and parts of Asia. However, the device did not support modern features such as 3G or Wi-Fi, as mobile networks were still evolving at the time.

One of the most popular aspects of the Nokia 8850 was its impressive battery life. Equipped with a removable NiMH battery, the phone could provide around 4-5 hours of talk time and up to 150 hours of standby time. This reliable battery performance made it an ideal choice for users who required a dependable device throughout the day.

The Nokia 8850 also incorporated essential features such as a built-in alarm clock, calendar, and a basic set of games, enhancing its utility for everyday tasks. Additionally, users could send SMS messages, a popular mode of communication during that era.

Security was an important consideration, and the Nokia 8850 featured a password protection option for the phone, ensuring that personal information could be safeguarded.

In conclusion, the Nokia 8850 remains a nostalgic piece of technology history, symbolizing the evolution of mobile phones. Its exquisite design, user-friendly interface, and reliable performance made it a standout device in the late 1990s, leaving a lasting legacy in the world of mobile communications.

Contents

User Guide Nokia 8890 User Guide Copyright information Contents Call log++ NumbersFind names in the phone Book Edit revise names Numbers Use Voice dialing Call timersAutomatic redial Calling card Security code Fixed dialing Restore factory settingsLanguage Set up the clock Keyguard Tones++ Alarm clockCalendar PC Suite Calculator Make an Emergency For your safety Your phone’s label Documentation conventions Using this guideWelcome Terms Accessing this guide online Back Keys and featuresFront Charger connection Headset/car kit connection Earpiece volume buttons IR portLeft side Bottom Cell info display Caller ID Notifications on SIM update Network services Westney Rd. South Ajax, Ontario L1S 4N7 Tel 1 Customer Service, USACustomer Service, Canada Contacting Nokia Preparing your phone for use Install the SIM cardSwitch off the phone With the back of the phone facing Before you begin If the phone is on, Charging appears Also Install the batteryCharge the battery Remove the battery About your phone Switch on your phone Phone see Adjust the earpiece volume during a call on About indicators and iconsIndicators Volume indicator Icons Numbers by pressing and holding Use the keypad Check the signal strengthMaking and answering calls Make a call Use the sliding cover to answer, end, and reject calls Use the phone bookUse the sliding cover Make a 1-touch call see 1-touch dialing on Adjust the earpiece volume during a callMake calls with the sliding cover closed Advanced calling options Redial the last-dialed number End a callAnswer a call Reject a call Scroll keys Using the menusMenu Selection keys Help text Menu shortcutsScroll bar Call log List of menu shortcutsMessages Call cost settings 1 Call cost limit 2 Show costs Forwarding See your service provider Settings Games Find the key that is below the letter you want to enter ABC modeEntering letters and numbers Standard text input Change letter case To switch between uppercase and lowercase letters, pressEnter spaces and punctuation Erase mistakes Use special characters in names and phone numbers ABC mode123 mode Mode Save a number only Phone bookSave names and numbers Save a name and number While in a call Find names in the phone bookIf your phone book is full From the Start screen Erase your entire phone book Edit revise names and numbersErase names and numbers Erase stored names and numbers Call log++ Switch between internal memory and SIM memoryTwo types of memory After missing a call Look up dialed callsLook up received calls Check for missed calls Options in call lists Clearing call listsAt any time Voice mail++ Work with two phone lines Save the voice mailbox numberListen to your voice messages Select profiles Profiles Confirm call waiting status Activate/cancel call waitingActive call options Use call waiting++ Third call waiting Switch between callsReject a waiting call End the active call Scroll to End all calls Use in-call optionsPut a call on hold Make a new call Save touch tone strings Switch between two calls in progressSend touch tones Set touch-tone length Mute/unmute the microphone Access the phone bookAccess menus End all calls While in a conference call, press Options Conference calls++ Transfer a call++ Call forwarding++ Select Voice Mail Select Other number Cancel call forwardingActivate call forwarding Forward all voice calls Activate automatic redial Automatic redialCalling card Check call forwarding status + Card no Access noSave calling card information + Phone no Add a voice tag to a phone book entry Use Voice dialingChoose a calling card Make a calling card call Advanced calling features Phone displays Press Start, then speak after tone Make a call using voice recognitionPlay back a voice tag Change a voice tag Erase a voice tag Touch dialing Erase 1-touch dialing numbers Assign a number to a 1-touch dial keyCall a 1-touch dial number Change 1-touch dialing numbers Use the phone book Make an international call Assign a ringing tone to a caller group Caller groupsAdd names to a caller group Remove names from a caller group Follow steps 1 through 3 above Rename a caller groupAssign group graphics Send a graphic to someone else View the call duration Call timersReset call timers to If you have two phone lines Remove a call cost limit Show call timer during callsUse call cost limits Set a call cost limit Clear call cost counters Show call costs++Show costs in++ View call costs Customize the profile ProfilesSelect a profile Ringing tone Ringing options Vibrating alert Ringing volume Keypad tones Message alert tone Set for automatic answer Accessory profilesRename a profile Headset and Car profiles Choose the display language Restore factory settingsSet up the clock Set up car profile Press Menu 4 2 Scroll to 24-houror am/pm Press OK Set automatic update of date and time++Select the time format Display the clock Lock the keypad Keyguard Security featuresLock/unlock the keys using the sliding cover PIN codes PIN and PUK codes Set SIM card security PUK codesChange your PIN or PIN2 code PIN code blocked appears Security codeUnblock a PIN code Scroll to Change security code and press Select Fixed dialingTurn fixed dialing on or off Add numbers to the fixed dialing list Turn on call restrictions Restricting calls++ Set up a closed user group++ Scroll to Automatic or Manual, then press Select Select a system Message center number appears Set up text messagingText messages++ Save your message center number Writing messages Using standard text inputUsing predictive text input Clear Predictive text input toolsSelect a language and turn on predictive text input Spell Writing the word Turn off predictive text inputWrite with predictive text input If the ? character appears after the word Add the desired word to the match listIf the word is correct If the word is not correct Insert numbers Insert symbolsSave messages in the outbox Send the text message Resend a message from the outbox Read new text messages later Read text messagesErase a message Read new text messages now Use number Reply to a messageForward a message Scroll to one of these options Message settingsChange settings for some messages Press Menu 1 Send picture messages Change common settings for all messagesMessage storage Picture messages Scroll to Picture Messages and press Select Send picture messages with text Other picture message options Receive picture messages Enter the date Your personal digital assistantCalendar View the calendar Make note When Set an alarm for the note? appears, choose Yes or NoView day notes Go to date Send/receive calendar notesErase notes View all notes Save received calendar notes Alarm clockSet the alarm clock View received calendar notes Send a business card Manage the alarmTurn off the alarm clock Business cards Scroll to Send bus. card Send a business card using IRView a received business card Save a viewed business card Use the calculator PC SuiteCalculator Delete a viewed business card Convert a currency amount Convert currencySet the exchange rate Receive a data or fax call Your phone and other devicesFax and data calls++ Make a fax or data call Send data via the IR port Send information via IRReceive data via the IR port Print text messages Print using IRWhen is not displayed, no IR connection exists Check the status of an IR connection Scroll to Print via IR Print phone book entries Logic Fun and gamesGames Snake Notification of received ringing tone Download ringing tones++Memory Rotation Discard received ringing tones Save received ringing tones Reference information Batteries, chargers, and accessories Reference information Operating environment Important safety informationTraffic safety Remember Safety-Your most important call Other medical devices Electronic devicesPacemakers Hearing aids Posted facilities Potentially explosive atmospheresVehicles Vehicles Emergency calls Make an Emergency Call Radio Frequency RF Signals Care and maintenance Few practical rules for accessory operation Accessories Standby and Talk Times BatteriesCharging Times For discharged batteries are shown in Charging Times on Chargers and other accessoriesStandard Travel Charger ACP-7U Rapid Travel Charger ACP-8U Calls are possible during charging. a green Rapid Cigarette Lighter Charger LCH-9Compact Desktop Charging Stand DCV-1 Technical information Calls TroubleshootingMy phone isn’t Charging How do I unlock my phone? What is my lock code?How do I lock my phone? How do I make the ringing louder? What is my security code?How do I lock the keypad? How do I unlock the keypad? How do I redial the last-dialed number? How do I change the ringing tone?How do I store my voice mailbox number? How do I find my phone’s model number? How can I change the contrast of my phone’s display? How do I assign a key to 1-touch dialing?How do I find out how many memory locations the phone has? How do I find my phone’s Imei number? Nokia One-Year Limited Warranty 122 123 124 125 Emergency calls 107 END key Call costs features 57 call forwarding 44 call logClock alarm Index Keyguard FAQ Fixed dialing GamesMissed calls Network services Phone book Sending Sending with text 85 viewing Power key Recognition Play back a voice tag 50 voice mail Volume earpiece 13 keypad tones 59 ringing Welcome note 129 130 131 132

Nokia 8850 owner manual Entering letters and numbers, Standard text input, ABC mode

Models: 8850