FAQ's about the Nokia CK-15W Advanced Car Kit

General

What is the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W?

The Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W is a car kit designed for professional installation and which offers easy and safe in-car handsfree telephony by usage of an external colour display and an input device.

What is new?

Based on the latest trends the CK-15W comes with a 2.2 inch display with up to 65,536 colours and 170 x 220 pixels. So, you can copy the contacts of your mobile device phone to the car kit and manage your phone calls very easily. Moreover, to co-ordinate the product with the car interior you can choose between different colour themes.

Functionality

What can I do with the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W?

Connecting your compatible Nokia mobile phone to the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W lets you talk handsfree inside your car. A mobile phone can be connected to the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit wirelessly over a Bluetooth connection.

The Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W allows you to download the phonebook from your mobile phone (if supported) to easily access the contacts from the car kit. Moreover, it records your last dialed numbers as well as any received and missed calls while the mobile phone is connected to the car kit.

How do I connect my phone to the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W?

Depending on your compatible mobile phone's capabilities and your preferences, you can connect your mobile phone using a wireless Bluetooth connection. The mobile phone can remain in your briefcase, whilst making phone calls or may be placed into a holder inside your car.

Once paired, will the phone automatically connect to the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W?

Yes, if your mobile phone supports this function and you have switched on this function the phone will automatically connect to your car kit for your convenience.

How is the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W activated/turned on?

The Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W is switched on by turning on the car's ignition.

How does the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W work if the ignition sense is not connected or available?

You may switch the car kit on by pressing and holding down the red end key.

What can I do with the input device?

The input device has four keys for call management functions. It has a Navi™ Wheel for audio volume adjustment and other functions. An illuminated LED indicates that the car kit is switched on.

Handsfree calls

How can I use the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W to make and receive calls?

The major advantage of the car kit is that you can make phone calls from the contact list that has been downloaded from your mobile phone to the car kit if supported by the connected mobile phone. You therefore do not need to remember numbers or use your mobile with your hands while driving.

Moreover, the input device allows you to access call management functions such as accept call, reject call, end call, redial, voice dialing, microphone mute, and audio volume.

Does the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W support voice dialing?

Yes, the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W has a dedicated voice key to activate the voice dialing function in compatible mobile phones.

Is there a possibility to save voice tags in the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W's memory?

No, the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W supports the voice dialing function of the compatible mobile phone. Voice tags are stored in the compatible mobile phone.

Is it possible to speak privately?

It is possible to switch from handsfree to the mobile phone without interrupting the ongoing call.

When connected via a Bluetooth connection you can terminate the Bluetooth connection by pressing and holding the mute key during the call which will transfer it to your mobile phone, from where you can then transfer the call to a headset. Pressing and holding the mute key will re-connect the car kit with the mobile phone and transfer the call to the car kit.

User interface

What makes a separate colour display useful?

The separate colour display allows convenient telephony in the car. It comes with generously sized fonts, multiple colour themes which can be matched to the backlight of the dashboard of your car, and backlighting that is configurable for automatic dimming.

Why does the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W have the Navi™ wheel and specific function keys on the input device instead of common keypads as the user interface?

A major design principle of the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W has been to provide faster and intuitive access to important phone features. Turning and pressing the Navi™ wheel is a convenient way to quickly access features, names and numbers. In combination with the function keys it offers one-touch functionality. By pressing the voice key once, for example, you can activate voice tags stored in the mobile phone (if supported by the phone).

Connectivity

How can I use the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W wirelessly with my mobile phone?

The Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W is intended for use with any compatible mobile phone that supports the relevant profiles: Handsfree Profile version 1.5 and Phonebook Access Profile version 1.0 for handsfree telephony. You can use these features by establishing a Bluetooth wireless connection between your mobile phone and the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W.

The Handsfree Profile version 1.5 is backwards compatible to version 1.0.

How is the wireless connection established between the compatible Nokia phone and the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W?

Connect your mobile phone for the first time by following this procedure:

1. Switch on the mobile phone and the car kit.
2. Activate the Bluetooth feature in your mobile phone and search for Bluetooth devices or audio enhancements.
3. Select the car kit, which is displayed as "Nokia CK-15W".
4. Enter the Bluetooth passcode shown on the display of the car kit on your mobile phone. On some phones, you will need to confirm the connection separately.
5. The car kit is now paired with your mobile phone and ready for use. You do not need to enter the passcode if you connect the devices again.
6. If you want to connect your phone and the car kit without manual confirmation on the phone, you should set the car kit as an "authorised device" in the Bluetooth menu of your phone.

Please see the user guides of the car kit and your mobile phone for more detailed descriptions.

What is the Bluetooth passcode for pairing the devices?

The passcode is automatically generated by the car kit and shown on its display.

How does Bluetooth wireless technology work in the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W?

Bluetooth wireless technology is based on a radio with a receiver and a transmitter that have been built into a microchip. One of these microchips is incorporated into the handsfree unit of the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W, and another is integrated into the compatible mobile phone. Bluetooth wireless technology makes it possible to create automatic, wireless connections between the car kit and the mobile phone within a radius of about 10 meters without a physical cable or line-of-sight connection.

What Bluetooth specification is the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W compatible with?

The Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit supports the Bluetooth 1.2 specification.

Which Bluetooth Profiles does the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W support?

The Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W supports the new Phonebook Access Profile version 1.0 as well as the Handsfree Profile V1.5 for call controll.

The Handsfree Profile V1.5 is backwards compatible to V1.0.

Which mobile phones support Bluetooth Handsfree Profile?

The Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W supports the new Phonebook Access Profile version 1.0 and the Bluetooth Handsfree Profile 1.5. A list of mobile phones that support Bluetooth wireless technology and the Bluetooth Handsfree Profile can be found on the official web pages of the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) (www.bluetooth.com).

Please check with the manufacturer that your mobile phone supports the Phonebook Access Profile 1.0 and Handsfree Profile 1.0 or 1.5.

Do I have a connection to an external antenna with the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W?

No. To achieve this, you can use a mobile holder with an integrated antenna coupler or the combination of a mobile holder and a separate antenna coupler. Please go to http://europe.nokia.com/A4156071 for information about additional Nokia accessories and their compatibility with your compatible Nokia mobile phone.

Can I recharge the battery of my phone while it is connected to the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W via Bluetooth wireless technology?

Yes, this is possible if a separate DC charger for in car use is available for the used mobile phone.

Which holders can I use with the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W?

You can use all Nokia mobile holders, which are compatible with your Nokia mobile phone; they do not need to be connected to the car kit. Please see http://www.nokia.com for more information.

Do I have a connection to an external antenna with the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W?

Yes, to achieve this, you can use a mobile holder with an integrated antenna coupler or a combination of a mobile holder and a separate coupler. Please check http://www.nokia.com for information about additional Nokia enhancements and their compatibility with your compatible Nokia mobile phone.

Compatibility

Terminal specific hints

Nokia 9300 and Nokia 9500: Bluetooth needs to be activated manually after removal of the battery. For more information, please see the device user guide.

Which phones from other manufacturers are compatible with the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W?

The Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W is designed to work with phones that have Bluetooth Handsfree Profile V1.5 implemented. A subset of features is also available if phones with Bluetooth Handsfree Provile V1.0 are used.

A list of devices qualified as compatible with these profiles can be found at www.bluetooth.com. For further information contact the manufacturers or your dealer.

Navigation

Can I use wireless mobile navigation?

For mobile navigation you can use available wireless GPS devices together with the mobile phone and car kit - provided that the voice guidance is audible through the loudspeaker connected to the car kit and the map is shown on the display of the phone. Please see http://europe.nokia.com/A4156071 for more information.

Installation

Can I install the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W by myself?

The Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W should be installed by a professional.

Does the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W fit any vehicle or are there installation restrictions in some car models?

The Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W fits most vehicles. Installation locations depend on your vehicle type and model. Please contact a professional installer to identify the best installation locations in your vehicle.

Do I need additional equipment to install the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W?

The Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W includes all material needed to connect the car kit to the car's power system, ignition sense and car radio mute

Does the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W contain a mobile holder?

No, the mobile holder depends on the phone model and needs to be purchased separately.

How much would the installation of a Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W cost when carried out by a professional installer?

The price of the installation depends on your car type and model. Please ask your professional installer for a quotation.

How does antenna induction function in the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W?

If the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CL-15W is used together with mobile holders and antenna couplers, the antenna cable is integrated into the antenna coupler. Signals are picked up by the antenna coupler which is connected to an external antenna. The external antenna increases the operational performance and improves connectivity in areas with poor network coverage.

Can a car-embedded or existing display be used as well?

No, it can't. The Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W contains a dedicated processing unit that works together with the hands-free unit of the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W.