Glossary for Nokia 5100 Product Support Site A-G  H-N  O-Z   Access code There are up to six different access codes in your phone: Security code (5 digits): The security code protects your phone against unauthorized use, and is supplied with the phone. The pre-set code is 12345. Keep the code secret and in a safe place separate from your phone. PIN code (4 to 8 digits): The PIN (Personal Identification Number) code protects your SIM card against unauthorized use. The PIN code is usually supplied with the SIM card. PIN2 code (4 to 8 digits): The PIN2 code may be supplied with the SIM card and is required to access some functions, such as charging unit counters. PUK and PUK2 (8 digits): The PUK (Personal Unblocking ;Key) code is required to change a blocked PIN code. The PUK2 code is required to change a blocked PIN2 code. Barring password: The barring password is needed when using the Call barring service. AMR Adaptive Multi Rate. A sound encoding file format specially focused in effectively packing speech frequencies. Battery The power source for a wireless phone. Rechargeable batteries such as nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride and lithium ion are used in wireless phones and communication devices. Bearer Services These are used when data transmission services are needed, e.g. for sending text messages or accessing WAP. There are different kinds of bearer services available. Bookmark A bookmark consists of an Internet address (mandatory), bookmark title, WAP access point, and, if the service requires, a username and a password. Countdown Timer The phone has a built-in timer that allows you to set the phone to sound an alarm after a specified period of time. The Countdown timer contains two separate timers: a normal timer and an interval timer. The timer setup consists of hours and minutes. CSD Circuit Switched data. Data transmitted over a dedicated (although usually virtual) channel. The destination address is implicitly defined by the (virtual) circuit that is selected. Data services The ability to access services such as e-mail, faxes and SMS messages using a wireless phone or communicator. Dynamic Memory In some phones, the phonebook can hold up to 500 names with 3 numbers and 1 text. A maximum of 5 numbers and 4 text items can be stored under one name, but this leaves room for fewer name entries. Similarly, more names can be stored if not all of the numbers and/or text items are filled in. Note that there might be a few features (e.g. calendar, SMS, phonebook) sharing the dynamic memory, meaning that once the maximum capacity is being used in one feature, there is no room for the others. EGSM Enhanced GSM. The EGSM operating frequency extends 10 MHz lower than usual on the 900 MHz band. Both the phone and the network must support this feature. Enhancements A wide variety of additional pieces of equipment to enhance the productivity of wireless phones, including extra batteries and rapid, travel or desktop battery chargers, headset kits, car kits, carrying cases and belt clips. GPRS General Packet Radio Service. With GPRS you can be online all the time. You can be continuously connected to data networks and use your favorite information and entertainment services. It also provides immediate connectivity and higher data throughput than before, so information retrieval is more accessible and convenient. The main initial use for GPRS is to have it as a bearer for WAP services. In GPRS technology, the data is sent in 'packets;' this is well suited to the sporadic nature of data applications. GPRS can also be used as a bearer for PC applications in a similar way as CSD and HSCSD are used. GSM Global System for Mobile Communications, or GSM, is the digital transmission technique widely adopted in Europe and supported in North America for PCS. GSM uses 1900 MHz in the Americas, and 900 MHz and 1800 MHz in Europe. HSCSD High-Speed Circuit Switched Data. The most important feature of this technology is the increased speed. This makes connection times shorter and the use of current applications more convenient and faster. Data connections can be up to four times faster than earlier, which means that applications such as mobile navigation services using maps and graphics become more attractive. As HSCSD is 'circuit switched', it is more suited to applications such as video conferencing and multimedia than applications that send data in bursts such as e-mail. HSCSD allows wireless data to be transmitted at 43.2 kilobits per second over GSM networks. This is comparable to the transmission rates of usual modems via fixed telephone networks today. Infrared (IR) Infrared Your Nokia 5100 phone has an infrared eye built into it. This can be used to transmit data to another device with an infrared eye, without needing a cable connection. It's a big advantage when you want to use your mobile for sending computer data, to synchronize the contacts in your phone book with a compatible phone, or to swap ringing tones with another infrared user. Infrared data port A data port that uses infrared data association (irDA) as the standard for wireless communications between computers and mobile phone devices. For example, to update the phone list on your irDA-enabled PC, you would line up the infrared ports on each device and then transfer the phone information to your PC. This is a wireless transfer, so you don't need a cable or extra software. Integrated Handsfree (IHF) Using a wireless phone without having to lift or hold the phone to your ear. IP address Internet protocol address. A unique string of numbers that identifies a computer on the Internet. Shown in groups separated by periods, like this: 123.456.789.012. Java™ technology Java™ is a programming language developed by Sun Microsystems. Some versions of Java™ are likely to be used in the creation of wireless services. LCD screen Liquid Crystal Display screens have low energy requirements and are generally easy to read. LCD screens are made by sealing a liquid compound between two pieces of glass and/or a filter. The screen has hundreds or thousands of dots that are charged or not charged, which makes them reflect or not reflect light to form letters, characters and numbers. Some LCD screens have an electroluminescent panel behind them and are termed "backlit." Li-Ion Refers to a type of battery, a Lithium-Ion battery, used to power wireless communication devices. Li-Ion batteries are lighter weight than earlier battery types, have a relatively long cycle life and generally do not suffer from memory effect. Messaging Using various products, services and technologies to transfer messages from one person to another, or from one device to another such as traditional numeric or alphanumeric paging, e-mail or short messages (SMS) delivered to wireless devices. MIDI Musical Instrument Digital Interface. A communications protocol originally designed to allow synthesizers to communicate with computers and each other. MMS MMS is a standard that is being defined for use in advanced wireless terminals. The Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) service allows for non-real-time transmission of various kinds of multimedia contents like images, audio, video clips, etc. MIME Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions. Java™ applications, polyphonic tones (MIDI), monophonic ringing tones and operator logos may be defined as closed content types. Each content type is identified with its own MIME type. If the received MMS message, for example, contains any of the closed content types, the message cannot be forwarded to another phone or transferred to a PC via Nokia PC Suite. Modem Setup Modem Setup is a software package compatible with Nokia mobile phones. With Modem Setup installed in your compatible PC, you can access the Internet via IrDA or Bluetooth connection with your phone. You can also easily configure the data capabilities, HSCSD settings, and GPRS settings on your PC. In HSCSD networks, for example, this makes it easy to shift the data speed from 14.4 up to 28.8 kbps for sending and receiving email and up to 43.2 kbps for downloading Internet pages. The Modem Setup software can be downloaded from the Product Support section of the phone's web page, e.g. www.nokia.com/phones/5100 Network In the wireless industry, a network refers to the infrastructure enabling the transmission of wireless signals. A network ties things together and enables resource sharing. OTA Over-the-Air. It is possible to send and receive, for example, bookmarks or WAP settings Over-The-Air as Smart Messages (SMS used as a transfer media). PC Suite Nokia PC Suite is a PC software package compatible with your Nokia mobile phone. It gives you many opportunities to manage your phone quickly and easily on your PC. With PC Suite, you can manage your phone's settings, contacts, and data; you can synchronize the calendar, to-do list, and contacts data between your phone and a compatible PC; you can also manage your phone's WAP access points and bookmarks. In addition, it enables you to create your own ringing tones, operator logos, CLI icons, and picture messages for your Nokia mobile phone on a PC. The PC Suite can be downloaded for free from the Product Support section of the phone's web page, e.g. www.nokia.com/phones/5100. Picture Editor You can use the picture editor to create, edit and save picture messages and clip-art or edit pictures that already exist on the phone. You can also edit pictures in the picture messages menu by editing text. PIN Code Personal Identification Number. In the context of wireless devices, the PIN is a code used in conjunction with a SIM card to complete a call or data transmission. Polyphonic ringing tones Polyphonic ringing tones consist of several sound components played at the same time like a real melody through a speaker. Pop-Port™ Pop-Port™ gives enhancements a longer life span and provides more intelligent control of the user's Nokia mobile phone. Pop-Port™ is designed for the mobile environment and for supporting advanced functions. For example, a camera and stereo headset can all be controlled through the phone menu. Pop-Port™ Interface Connector Pop-Port™ is designed as the interface of the next generation of Nokia mobile phones. It has been designed for the mobile environment and supports advanced functions such as digital enhancement identification, stereo audio or fast data connectivity. Push Service message indicator You can receive a service message (pushed message) with a short header and a link to a specific WAP service from your service provider. You can turn this service 'on' or 'off'. Roaming Using a wireless phone outside of your service provider's local coverage area or home calling area is referred to as roaming. Roaming arrangements between service providers expand the potential area for phone use. Service providers typically charge a higher per-minute fee for calls placed outside their home calling or coverage area. Screensaver A screensaver is a picture that appears on the phone's display when it is idle. Any picture message can be used as a screensaver - and you can download images or create your own at Club Nokia. Some phones even support animated screensavers (e.g. Nokia 3330) and 3D screensavers (Nokia 3410). Security code A number used to prevent unauthorized or accidental alteration of data programmed into wireless phones. The security code can be used by the owner of a phone to change the lock code. Service agreement A business contract or agreement that outlines the services provided and the costs of the services, by a wireless service provider. Service agreements typically include a monthly base rate (with included minutes) and per-minute charges for minutes over the monthly maximum (sometimes referred to as a Rate Plan). Service provider A telecommunications company that offers its users telecommunication services. May or may not be the same company that provides the radio masts. SIM card Subscriber Identity Module. A small, flat electronic chip on a plastic card. A module that is inserted into mobile equipment for subscriber identification and other security-related information. The SIM is considered part of the mobile station. It contains security- related information, other subscriber-related information and algorithms. SMS Short Message Service allows users to send and/or receive short alphanumeric messages ("text messages"). Standby time The length of time a wireless phone or communicator is fully charged, turned on and ready to send and receive calls or data transmissions. Standby time is affected by the amount of time the phone is used for talking because talking on a phone draws more energy from a battery than standby time does. Wireless devices depend on batteries for power; batteries slowly discharge their power and must be recharged and eventually replaced. Stopwatch Some phones have a built-in stopwatch that can be used for measuring times in different sports, for example. The stopwatch is accurate to one-hundredth of a second. The stopwatch tracks time for up to 10 hours maximum. Talk-time The length of time a wireless device may be engaged in transmission (phone conversations, sending or receiving data) before it runs out of battery power. Talk-time, expressed in hours and minutes, is much shorter than standby time because transmission requires more power. Therefore, standby time is effected by the amount of time the phone is used for talking. Wireless devices depend on batteries for power; batteries slowly discharge their power and must be recharged and eventually replaced. Thermometer The thermometer is a feature which enables you to measure the approximate temperature of your surroundings both in Celsius and Fahrenheit. The temperature is rounded to the nearest whole number. The thermometer is not intended for professional use. To-do list A phone feature that allows you to create to-do notes and then prioritize and edit them. Tri-band Different mobile phone networks operate at different frequencies, which means that if you wish to use your mobile phone outside your home country, you generally need a handset that supports multiple frequency bands. A tri-band phone operates on three frequency bands, GSM900, GSM1800, and GSM1900, allowing you to use it in Europe, Africa, Asia, and nearly all of North America and Australia. WAP Wireless Application Protocol. An open global standard for total mobile solutions, including communication between a mobile handset and Internet-based content. WAP-based technology enables the design of advanced, interactive and real-time mobile services, such as mobile banking or Internet-based news services, which can be used on digital mobile phones or other mobile devices. WCDMA Wideband Code Division Multiple Access. A technology for wideband digital radio communications of Internet, multimedia, video and other capacity-demanding applications. Voice, images, data, and video are first converted to a narrowband digital radio signal. The signal is assigned a marker (spreading code) to distinguish it from the signal of other users. WCDMA uses variable rate techniques in digital processing and it can achieve multi-rate transmissions. Wireless Without wires. Communication without any physical connections between the sender and the receiver using the radio frequency spectrum (airways) and hardware, software and technologies to transmit information. WML Wireless Markup Language, a markup language (like HTML) but optimized for wireless use.