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Get to know your new
BlackBerry Bold 9900
For more information and support for your BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone,
please visit blackberry.com/gettingstarted
1. Check with your service provider for roaming arrangements, service plans, 6. S
lacker Radio application for BlackBerry smartphones only available in North America.
supported features and services.
7. Use only those accessories approved by Research In Motion®. Using any accessories
2. Requires activation with appropriate data plan. Check with your service provider not approved by Research In Motion for use with your BlackBerry smartphone may
for availability, costs and restrictions. invalidate any approval or warranty applicable to your BlackBerry smartphone and
may be dangerous.
3. BlackBerry Radio application only available in North America.
8. Requires a Bluetooth® enabled device with A2DP stereo Bluetooth profile.
4. BlackBerry Podcasts application only available in North America.
9. The BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone accepts microSD cards up to 32GB in size; the
5. Music Storefront will be available for download in the following countries at launch:
amount of storage is determined by card capacity. MicroSD cards may be sold separately.
US, UK, France, and Germany. Additional regions to follow.
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Thank you for purchasing the BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone. The thinnest-ever, BlackBerry® Bold™ 9900 smartphone is beautifully built to combine the iconic BlackBerry® QWERTY keyboard with a brilliant, 24-bit high-res touch screen and precision-based optical trackpad. Purposeful design details meet functionality, as you benefit from the new powerful BlackBerry® 7 OS; enjoy fluid touch screen navigation with proprietary Liquid Graphics™ technology, 40% faster browsing with the most powerful engine to date in a BlackBerry smartphone and so much more. The distinctive BlackBerry Bold 9900 delivers incredible performance and effortless style – in one slim device.
Contents 4 Explore your new BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone 6 Set up your email and get connected 8 BlackBerry® Messenger 12 Handy shortcuts 18 Tap into NFC technology 20 BlackBerry® Desktop Software 22 Discover BlackBerry App World™ 24 Multimedia at your fingertips 26 Managing your music 28 Accessorizing
Explore your new
BlackBerry Bold 9900
smartphone Lock the screen
5MP camera Camera flash
Headset jack Notification LED
Volume up
Change your ring tone
or alerts Mute
Volume down
USB port
Search
Touch screen
Convenience key
Navigation bar
Take a picture
Tap to see more icons
You can customize this key Trackpad Escape key
Slide left or right for more panels
Move around the screen Move back a screen
Type the other Backspace/Delete Select an item End/Power key
character on a key Enter Send key Hold to turn on/off
Make/answer a call End a call
Capitalize letters Speakerphone Menu key Return to Home screen
Open a menu
Symbols
Microphone
4 Get to know your new BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone blackberry.com/gettingstarted 5
Set up your email
and get connected
1. Add or create 2. In the setup 5. Click the Email 6. Type the email
an email address menu, click Service Provider address and
using the Setup Email Accounts. (i.e., @yahoo.com) password for the
Icon located on you want to add to account, and
the Home screen. your smartphone. click Continue.
If your Email
Service Provider
is not listed, click
Other to input your
email address.
3. Select the type of 4. Sign in using your 7. Activation is now 8. Click Continue
email account you BlackBerry® ID. complete. Click to complete
want to set up. Close to exit after activation of your
activation, or click Instant Messaging
Continue to set account.
up an Instant
Messaging account
under the same
account name.
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BlackBerry Messenger
Chat with your friends in real-time on BBM™. Connect with friends and family 5. Press the key, and click Save.
instantly, and keep it personal with BlackBerry® Groups, so you can chat with
everyone you want at once. Adding a contact is as easy as scanning their barcode.1,2 Display your profile barcode
Want to share your contact information with other BlackBerry users? Just display the
Change your display picture or display name
barcode for your BBM profile on your smartphone. Your BlackBerry® smartphone friends
Personalize your BBM with a display picture to show off your sense of humor or share can scan your barcode and add you to their BBM Contact List in a snap.
a special moment. Then, add a personal message to tell the world how you’re feeling
1. On the Home screen, click the BlackBerry Messenger icon.
or what you’re doing.
2. On the Contact List screen, press the key.
1. On the Home screen, click the BlackBerry Messenger icon.
3. Click View My Profile.
2. On the Contact List screen, press the key.
4. Click the Show button under PIN Barcode.
3. Click View My Profile.
4. Perform any of the following actions:
•T
o change your display picture, click on the Display Picture box.
Select a new picture. If necessary, center the picture in the box.
Press the key. Click Crop and Save.
•T
o change your display name, type a new name in the
Display Name box.
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Add a contact by scanning a barcode Create a BBM Group
When you want to add another BlackBerry smartphone user’s contact information, Create personal groups of friends, family or coworkers with the BlackBerry Groups feature
you don’t need to type it in – just scan it. on BBM. Share pictures, lists, appointments and more. A group can contain up to 30
members – including members who aren’t part of your BlackBerry Messenger contacts.
1. On the Home screen, click the BlackBerry Messenger icon.
1. On the Home screen, click the BlackBerry Messenger icon.
2. On the Contact List screen, press the key.
2. On the Contact List screen, press the key.
3. Click Invite to BBM.
3. Click New Group.
4. Click Scan a PIN barcode.
4. Type a name for the group. Type a description that people see
5. Click Start Scanning.
when they receive the invitation to the group.
6. Hold your smartphone so that all four corners of the barcode appear on your screen.
5. Change the Group Icon field.
Continue to hold the smartphone until you hear the success beep.
6. T
o prevent members from inviting other people to the group,
You can also add a contact by typing their name, phone number, email or PIN. Even
change the Allow non-admin members to invite others field to No.
communicate with people who don’t own a BlackBerry smartphone: just add them as
a BBM contact and SMS text message them. You can do it right from your BBM screen. 7. Click Create Group.
Please note: Your BlackBerry smartphone must be running BlackBerry® Device Software version 5.0 or later. For more BlackBerry Messenger support info, please visit: blackberry.com/bbm
10 Get to know your new BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone blackberry.com/gettingstarted 11
Handy shortcuts
Using shortcuts to get things done on your BlackBerry Bold 9900 Phone shortcuts
helps you save time by allowing you to perform routine actions quicker.
Take advantage of these shortcuts to use your smartphone’s
advanced phone features. With a few easy clicks, you can mute
Navigation and personalization shortcuts
a call, set a speed dial and even change up your ring tone.
Day to day functions on your BlackBerry Bold are a breeze.
Use these quick tips to switch apps, change font, change wallpapers To: Do:
and more. Then show others how you use your device like a pro.
Check your voice mail Press and hold 1.
From the Home screen, press the key.
Change your ring tone
To: Do: Press the key > Tap Phone Ring Tones.
Switch to the Favorites, Media, Turn on or turn off the
On the Home screen, slide your finger right or left. Press the Speaker key on the screen.
Downloads and Frequent views speakerphone during a call
Switch applications Press and hold the key. Select an app. From the Home screen or in the phone application, press
Set speed dial for a contact
and hold the key that you would like to assign speed dial to.
Change font size or style Tap the Setup icon. Tap Fonts.
During a call, press the Mute button on the device screen.
Change convenience keys Tap the Setup icon, Tap Convenience Key. Mute a call
Press it again to turn off mute.
Exit/Close a program Press the key. Tap Close or Shut Down, depending on program.
Add an extension to a phone number Press the Alt key and X. Type the extension number.
Add an app to the Favorites view Highlight an app. Press the key > Tap Mark as Favorite.
Change options for the Home
On the Home screen, press the key > Tap Options.
screen such as the wallpaper
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Keyboard and typing shortcuts Music and video shortcuts
The full power of touch paired with the full QWERTY keyboard offers Your BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone supports the most popular
you a smooth typing experience on your BlackBerry Bold 9900. types of audio and video files. Watch your videos or listen to your
Follow these easy shortcuts and tap your way to faster emails, tunes with your favorite headphones. These shortcuts will get
BBM messages and more. you started.
To: Do: To: Do:
Capitalize letters On the keyboard, press the Shift key and press the letter. Press and hold the Volume Up or Volume Down key on the
Play the previous or next song
right side of your smartphone.
Type a number in a text field On the keyboard, press the Alt key and press the number.
Press the Mute key on the right side of your smartphone.
On the keyboard, press the Symbol key. Use the trackpad Pause an audio or video file
Type a symbol Press the Mute key again to resume playing.
to find and select the symbol.
Play all of your songs on shuffle In the Media folder, tap the Music icon. Tap Shuffle Songs.
Reply to a message Press R.
In the Media folder, tap the Video Camera icon.
Forward a message Press F. Record a video
Press the Trackpad to record.
Reply to all in an email or PIN message Press L.
Move to the top of your message inbox Press T.
14 Get to know your new BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone blackberry.com/gettingstarted 15Camera and photo shortcuts
Capture images that awe and delight. Your BlackBerry Bold
smartphone comes with a 5MP camera that has advanced features
like face detection and image stabilization to capture a great picture
every time. Follow these easy shortcuts to get you started.
To: Do:
Take a picture Press the Right Convenience key.
Zoom in or out Press the Volume Up or Volume Down keys on the right side
before taking a picture of your smartphone.
Change the camera scene mode Tap the Scene Modes key in the camera screen. Select the
before taking a picture mode you want to use.
Touch the picture with your finger and thumb and pinch them
Zoom in and out of a picture
together or apart. Double-tap to fit the screen.
Move between pictures Swipe left or right.
Set a picture as your wallpaper Tap a picture, press the key. Tap Set As Wallpaper.
16Tap into
NFC technology
It’s easy to tap into the world around you. With Near Field Communication (NFC)
technology built right into your BlackBerry Bold 9900, you can securely pair and interact
with other NFC-enabled products and services – with a simple tap. Exchange information
between your BlackBerry smartphone and smart accessories, smart payment terminals,
smart access points and smart tags.1
Turn on NFC technology and connect to a smart accessory
To use NFC technology on your smartphone, NFC technology must be turned on, your
smartphone must be unlocked with the backlight turned on and the NFC hotspot on
the back center of your smartphone must be within approximately 1 inch of the smart
accessory that you want to exchange information with.
1. On the Home screen, click the Manage Connections icon.
2. To turn on NFC technology, select the NFC checkbox.
3. To connect to a smart accessory, tap the NFC hotspot on your BlackBerry smartphone
against the smart accessory. If necessary, click Pair with Bluetooth.
4. To disconnect from a smart accessory, tap your smartphone against the
connected smart accessory.
18BlackBerry
Desktop Software
Keep your BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone up to date and loaded with everything you Transfer media between your BlackBerry smartphone
love. Simple to install and easy to use, BlackBerry® Desktop Software lets you synchronize and your computer
your personal information and manage your BlackBerry smartphone with automatic
Sync your music, photos and videos to and from your BlackBerry smartphone. It’s easy
backups and updates. And with built-in BlackBerry® Media Sync, you can sync all your
to import your desktop iTunes or Windows Media® music files, so you can listen to the
favorite music, pictures and videos in a few easy steps.
tunes you want, and carry your photos and videos with you wherever you go.
Update your BlackBerry Device Software 1. Connect your smartphone to your computer using the USB cable.
Updating your BlackBerry Device Software keeps your smartphone running smoothly 2. On your smartphone, in the dialog box that appears, select any of the file transfer options.
and gives you easy access to new applications and features. 3. On your computer, open the BlackBerry
1. Connect your BlackBerry smartphone to your computer using the USB cable. Desktop Software.
2. On the Home screen of the BlackBerry Desktop Software, click Update my device. 4. Click the Media Transfer option under
Media Sync that best suits what you want
3. To download an update, click Get update.
to do.
4. Click Install update. When you receive a confirmation message that the update is
For more information or to download
complete, you can disconnect your smartphone.
BlackBerry Desktop Software, visit:
blackberry.com/desktop
20 Get to know your new BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone blackberry.com/gettingstarted 21Discover BlackBerry
App World
At BlackBerry App World, discover incredible apps that give you easy access to all the Find your new favorite apps fast: It’s easy to discover the latest apps, starting right on the
information you want and need, and find new ways to amplify your productivity. Then kick BlackBerry App World home screen, where rotating banners show off all that’s new and
back and find the hottest games and entertainment apps that help you stay connected exciting. Apps, games and themes now have their own channels, so you can get to what
with the world. you want even faster.
For more information or to download BlackBerry App World, visit:
Scan it. Now get it: When you come across a barcode associated with a BlackBerry app
blackberry.com/appworld
you’re interested in – on the web, at an event or in print – just scan it, and BlackBerry App
World finds it for you. You can check out details on the app, read reviews and even download
it right then and there.
Easy payment options: BlackBerry App World lets you get the apps you want in the way
that’s most convenient for you. Purchase apps using PayPal®, credit card or charge them
straight to your wireless bill. So you can just browse and download in a few clicks.1,2
22 Get to know your new BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone blackberry.com/gettingstarted 23Multimedia
at your fingertips
Let the vibrant display and crystal-clear sound on your BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone Add to your collection
ignite your imagination. You’ll get a smoother, more fluid touch experience using Liquid
Music Storefront: A powerful new way to discover, purchase and enjoy music on
Graphics. And scrolling through your music is as easy as swiping through album art.
BlackBerry. With Music Storefront, you get access to Amazon’s huge catalog at
competitive prices. Plus, you can easily integrate the songs you purchase into your
Enjoy multimedia out of the box
playlists and keep your friends posted on what you’re listening to.5 For more information,
Video: With HD video recording and crisp, clear playback, the BlackBerry Bold 9900 is visit: blackberry.com/amazonmp3
a natural-born entertainer. And you can instantly share the videos you’ve captured using
the integrated YouTube® video uploader.2 Slacker Radio: Listen to over 100 stations on your
smartphone for free. Create your own custom stations,
Music: Enjoy browsing through your music, and find songs or artists fast. The media player so you’re always tuned in to the beats you love. And
on your BlackBerry Bold 9900 lets you recognize album art easily. And the built-in with a Radio Plus subscription, the music can be
BlackBerry® Radio app lets you listen to free radio stations on the go.3 stored right on your smartphone, so you can listen
to your songs anytime, anywhere.6
Podcasts: With the built-in BlackBerry® Podcasts app you can search, browse, subscribe
to and enjoy free audio and video entertainment. Choose from arts, business, comedy, news For more information on multimedia,
and more.4 For more information visit: blackberry.com/podcasts visit:blackberry.com/multimediahub
24 Get to know your new BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone blackberry.com/gettingstarted 25Managing your music
Create, edit and organize your music through playlists on your BlackBerry Bold 9900 • To create an automatic playlist, click Automatic Playlist.
smartphone. Make a playlist for every occasion, so you know exactly where to find the tunes Type a name for the playlist. Click the Plus Sign (+) to add
that suit your party or your mood. criteria for artists, albums or genres.
3. Press key > Click Save.
Create a playlist
You can build a playlist by manually adding songs. Add a song that is playing to a playlist
Or create an automatic playlist by specifying criteria
Build playlists on the fly. If you’re listening to a song
for artists, albums or genres of music, so songs that
from your collection that you love, go ahead and add
meet your criteria are added automatically.
it to a playlist.
1. In the Media folder, click the Music icon.
1. W
hen playing a song, press the key.
2. Click Playlists > New Playlist. Click Add To Playlist.
• To create a standard playlist, click Standard Playlist. 2. Click a playlist.
Type a name for the playlist. Click Add Songs. Click a song.
26 Get to know your new BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone blackberry.com/gettingstarted 27Accessorizing Suit your BlackBerry Bold 9900 to your style with BlackBerry® Authentic Accessories.7 Dress it up: Combine functionality and style with BlackBerry cases, holsters and skins. They all feature a durable exterior in your choice of colors, along with a soft interior that protects your smartphone. Multimedia, enhanced: Make your videos, music and pictures part of your day, every day, with BlackBerry multimedia accessories. Like the BlackBerry® Premium Stereo Headset that can turn wherever you are into a listening lounge. And the BlackBerry® Music Gateway lets you play and control your music wirelessly on your home sound system.8 Expandable memory: Take more of what you love with you. And don’t worry about running out of room to store your songs, videos and pictures. When your collection grows, just pop in a new microSD card to hold more of your favorite media files.9 28 Get to know your new BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone blackberry.com/gettingstarted 29
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