Nokia 9000i owner manual Composer, Clock settings, Extras 11-5

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Chapter 11 - Extras

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Figure 11-3: World time

To create a new city card, press Add.

To remove a city from the database, press Delete. The current home location cannot be deleted (change the home location, then delete the old one from the list).

Clock settings

The Clock application related settings are ad- justed with Settings in the Clock main view. Select the setting you want to change and press Change or type the new time or date from the keyboard.

Home location — Select the home location by scrolling the city list with the scroll keys, or type the first letter of the city name to jump to the first name starting with that letter. When your home location has been selected, press OK. Your new home location now appears in the home location window in the world time view. If you select a city that is in a different time zone

than your current home location, the system time will change.

Time — Enter the new time in the current time format (24 hour or AM/PM, selected in System Settings: Preferences).

Date — Enter the new date in the current date format.

Alarm interval - 0/1/2/3/4/5 minutes. You can choose the interval between alarms. If you select 0, the alarm clock will only go off once.

Daylight savings — You can set the home loca- tion and destination daylight saving time On or Off. This setting remains the same even if the home/destination is changed.

Changing the time or daylight saving time of a home location will also adjust the time of the whole time zone, as well as the system time. If a set alarm is skipped because of changes in any of the above fields, the alarm goes off immediately.

Composer

The Composer application enables you to create your own, customized ringing tunes.

You can change the phone ringing tune in the Tel. application settings (see Chapter 4 "Tele- phone: Telephone settings - Ringing settings" on page 4-1).

Scroll to the Composer and press Select.

To compose a new tune press Compose tune.

To play the composition shown on the staff, press Play tune. While the composition is being played, the command changes into Stop playing.

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9000i specifications

The Nokia 9000i Communicator, released in 1997, represents a significant milestone in the evolution of mobile communication devices. An advancement over its predecessor, the Nokia 9000, the 9000i integrates features reminiscent of personal digital assistants (PDAs) and mobile phones, catering to both business professionals and tech enthusiasts.

One of the standout features of the Nokia 9000i is its unique clamshell design, which opens to reveal a full QWERTY keyboard, transforming the device into a mini-laptop. This ergonomic layout enhanced typing ease, making it ideal for drafting emails and documents on the go. The device incorporates a 4.5-inch monochrome LCD display, which, while basic by today's standards, provided clarity and functionality for the time.

The Nokia 9000i is equipped with various functionalities tailored for business use. Its integrated email client allows users to send and receive emails directly from the device, an innovative feature that revolutionized mobile communication in the late 90s. Additionally, it supports fax capabilities, making it easier for users to send documents from virtually anywhere.

In terms of connectivity, the Nokia 9000i features a GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) module, allowing it to operate on various networks across Europe and other regions. This was a crucial development as it supported voice calls and data transmission in a time when mobile technology was rapidly evolving.

The device is powered by the GEOS operating system, which provides a user-friendly interface and the ability to run various applications. The Nokia 9000i also comes with built-in applications for calendar management, address book, and note-taking, thus offering a comprehensive solution for everyday business tasks.

Battery life is another noteworthy characteristic, with the Nokia 9000i boasting an impressive standby time, enabling users to stay connected without frequently recharging. It also featured a 4MB storage capacity, a remarkable amount back then, allowing users to store contacts, messages, and essential documents.

In conclusion, the Nokia 9000i Communicator remains a nostalgic icon in the history of mobile devices. With its blend of communication and computing features, it laid the groundwork for the smartphones we use today, showcasing Nokia’s commitment to innovation and user-centric design. The device's combination of functionality and mobility offered a glimpse into the future of mobile communication.