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52 Security
The phone lock
The phone lock protects the phone against
unauthorized use if it is stolen and the SIM card is
exchanged. It is not on when you buy the phone. You
can change the phone lock code (0000) to any four- to
eight-digit personal code. The phone lock can be set
to on, automatic or off.
Phone lock on
If the phone lock is on, the message Phone locked
Phone lock code: appears each time you turn on the
phone. You have to enter your code followed by
YES to
use your phone.
Automatic
If the phone lock is set to automatic, you do not need to
enter your phone lock code until a different SIM card
is inserted in the phone.
Changing the phone lock code
1. Scroll to Settings,
YES, Locks, YES, Phone lock, YES,
Change code,
YES.
2. Follow the steps described in “To change your PIN” on
page 51.
Note: It is important that you remember your new
code. If you should forget it, you have to hand in your
phone to your local Sony Ericsson retailer.
To set the phone lock
1. Scroll to Settings,
YES, Locks, YES, Phone lock, YES,
Protection,
YES.
2. Select an alternative and press
YES.
3. Enter the phone lock code and press
YES.