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- Page 1 Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your device depending on the software of the device or your service provider. Printed in Korea World Wide Web Code No.:GH68-XXXXXA http://www.samsungmobile.com English. 04/2008. Rev. 1.0...
- Page 2 SGH-i908E user manual...
- Page 3 Using this manual Refer to—pages with related information; for example: This user manual has been specially p. 12 (represents "see page designed to guide you through the functions 12") and features of your device. Followed by—the order of options → For any topics not covered in this manual, or menus you must select to please refer to the Help embedded in the...
- Page 4 Copyrights and trademarks • Java™ is a trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc. Rights to all technologies and products that comprise this device are the property of their respective owners: • This product includes software licensed from ® • Bluetooth is a registered trademark of MS, an affiliate of the the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Safety and usage information ..... 4 Enter text ........20 Work with applications ......22 Customise your device ......23 1. Introduce your device Search your device ......24 Unpack ...........10 Device layout ........11 4. Communication Calls ..........25 2. Assemble and prepare your device Messaging ........27 Insert the SIM card and battery ..15 Charge the battery ......16... - Page 6 Contents 6. Personal productivity 9. Additional programs Contacts .........42 Games ..........57 Calendar .........44 Java ..........57 Office Mobile ........44 Calculator ........57 Notes ..........46 Smart Converter ......58 Tasks ..........46 File Explorer ........58 Alarms ..........47 TV Out Viewer .........58 7. Web 10. Troubleshooting Windows Live ........49 Messenger ........49 11.
- Page 7 Keep your device and all accessories out of • Use only Samsung-approved batteries the reach of small children or animals. Small and chargers specifically designed for parts may cause choking or serious injury if your device.
- Page 8 Safety and usage information • Never place batteries or devices on or in Turn off the device in potentially heating devices, such as microwave explosive environments ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may Do not use your device at refuelling points explode when overheated.
- Page 9 Follow all airline the use of a mobile device in a certain area. regulations and turn off your device or switch to a mode that disables the wireless Use only Samsung-approved functions when directed by airline accessories personnel.
- Page 10 Safety and usage information Protect batteries and chargers from • Avoid using or storing your device in dusty, dirty areas to prevent damage to damage moving parts. • Avoid exposing batteries to very cold or • Your device is a complex electronic very hot temperatures (below 0°...
- Page 11 Safety and usage information Important usage information • Your device and memory cards may be damaged by exposure to magnetic fields. Do not use carrying cases or Use your device in the normal accessories with magnetic closures or position allow your device to come in contact Avoid contact with your device’s internal with magnetic fields for extended antenna.
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Page 12: Safety And Usage Information
Safety and usage information • Over time, unused batteries will • Do not touch gold-coloured contacts or discharge and must be recharged terminals with your fingers or metal before use. objects. If dirty, wipe the card with a soft cloth. •... - Page 13 Safety and usage information Ensure access to emergency services Electronics Engineers (IEEE). In both cases, the recommendations were Emergency calls from your device may developed by scientific and engineering not be possible in some areas or experts drawn from industry, circumstances.
- Page 14 In FCC RF exposure guidelines when used general, the closer you are to a wireless with a Samsung accessory designated for base station antenna, the lower the this product or when used with an power output.
- Page 15 Safety and usage information The FCC has granted an Equipment device may not cause harmful Authorization for this mobile phone with interference, and (2) this device must all reported SAR levels evaluated as in accept any interference received, compliance with the FCC RF exposure including interference that may cause guidelines.
- Page 16 Safety and usage information interference to radio or television - Consult the dealer or an experienced reception, which can be determined by radio/TV technician for help. turning the equipment off and on, the The phone may cause TV or radio user is encouraged to try to correct the interference if used in close proximity to interference by one or more of the...
- Page 17 Safety and usage information Cautions Changes or modifications made in the radio phone, not expressly approved by Samsung, will void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Only use approved batteries, antennas and chargers. The use of any unauthorized accessories may be...
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Page 18: Introduce Your Device
Introduce your device Learn about your device’s parts, • The items supplied with your device and accessories, keys, and icons. the accessories available at your Samsung dealer may vary, depending on your region or service provider. Unpack • Use only Samsung-approved software. -
Page 19: Device Layout
Introduce your device Device layout Rear view Front view Reset button Power key/ LED indicator Flashbulb Front camera lens Earpiece Start key Rear Light sensor camera lens Touch screen Battery cover Volume key Camera key Multifunction End/Device jack lock key Talk/ Trackpad Speakerphone... - Page 20 Introduce your device Keys Description Description Adjust volume; During a call, adjust voice volume; During Turn the device on or off an incoming call, mute the (press and hold); Activate or call ringer deactivate Sleep mode Turn on the camera (press Open the dialling screen;...
- Page 21 Introduce your device Icon Description Icon Description Low battery GPRS available Battery charging GPRS connected No battery Searching for a signal Attempt to access via Missed call Bluetooth More status icons are Receiving data via Bluetooth available (tap the icon to see Bluetooth stereo headset them) connected...
- Page 22 Introduce your device Stylus and touch screen Icon Description With the stylus you can perform the Radio connected following actions on your device’s touch Radio off screen: Tap: Touch the screen once with the stylus Ringer on to select commands or launch applications. Ringer off Tap-and-hold: Tap and hold the stylus on Ringer set to vibrate...
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Page 23: Assemble And Prepare Your Device
Assemble and prepare your device Get started by assembling and setting up 2. Insert the SIM card. your device for its first use. Insert the SIM card and battery 1. Remove the battery cover. Place the SIM card in the device with the gold-coloured contacts facing down. -
Page 24: Charge The Battery
Assemble and prepare your device 4. Replace the battery cover. 2. Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the multifunction jack. Charge the battery 1. Open the cover to the multifunction jack on the side of the device. 3. -
Page 25: Insert A Memory Card (Optional)
Assemble and prepare your device Insert a memory card (optional) By inserting a memory card, you can store multimedia files and messages or backup your important information. Your phone accepts microSD memory cards up to GB (depending on memory card manufacturer and type). -
Page 26: Basic Functions
Basic functions Disable wireless functions Learn how to perform basic operations and use the main features of your device. By disabling your device’s wireless functions, you can use non-network services in areas where wireless devices are Turn the device on or off prohibited, such as aeroplanes and hospitals. -
Page 27: Use Quick Access Icons On The Today Screen
Basic functions Use quick access icons Icon Function on the Today screen Access the recent call list When you turn on your device, the Today Access the message inbox screen (the standby screen of the device) Access the email inbox appears. -
Page 28: Enter Text
• Onscreen Keyboard ( text input method”). • Writing ( 2. Tap to show the input panel. • Samsung Panel Full Screen ( You can tap the input panel icon at any time 3. Tap to enter Chinese or to enter to show or hide the input panel. - Page 29 Basic functions Enter text with Writing Enter text with Samsung Panel Full Screen Use the stylus to write individual letters and numbers on the screen. 1. Change the text input method to Samsung Panel Full Screen (see 1. Change the text input method to Writing “Change the text input method”...
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Page 30: Work With Applications
Basic functions Work with applications Create a sketch With Notes, you can create and capture sketches. Open applications or folders 1. From the Today screen, tap Start → 1. From the Today screen, tap Start. Programs → Notes. 2. Tap an application or folder. 2. -
Page 31: Customise Your Device
Basic functions Change your theme or To close an application that is running in the background, background image 1. From the Today screen, tap Start → 1. From the Today screen, tap Start → Programs → Task Manager. Settings. 2. Scroll to an application and tap End 2. -
Page 32: Search Your Device
Basic functions → Search your device 5. If necessary, tap User defined Browser to select the background 1. From the Today screen, tap Start → image. Programs → Search. 6. When you are finished, tap 2. Enter part of a file or folder name in the When you move to the region you select, search for field. -
Page 33: Communication
Communication Make a video call Your device allows you to send and receive many types of calls and messages over 1. From the Today screen, tap Phone or cellular networks and the wireless web. 2. Enter an area code and phone number. Calls 3. - Page 34 Communication Call an international number 3. Tap the number you want to dial. 4. To end the call, tap End or press [ 1. From the Today screen, tap Phone or Make a call from Call History 2. Press and hold to insert the + character (this replaces the international 1.
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Page 35: Messaging
Communication Bar (block) calls 3. Enter a destination number or tap Menu → Add Recipients to select a contact. 1. From the Today screen, tap Start → 4. Tap the message body. Settings → Phone. 5. Enter your message text. 2. - Page 36 Communication 7. Tap an attachment icon to add a file to 5. Tap the subject field and enter a message the message: subject. • : attach a picture 6. Tap the message body. • : attach a music file 7. Enter your message text. •...
- Page 37 Communication View messages You can access message folders for all your messaging accounts (email, SMS, and MMS) in one location. To view messages, 1. From the Today screen, tap Start → Messaging. 2. Tap Messaging or the name of an email account.
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Page 38: Media
Media Learn to use the Camera, Media Album, 4. Press the Camera key to capture the Photo Slides, Touch Player, Video Editor, and image. FM Radio. To learn about your device’s other 5. Tap to save the photo and return to media functions, refer to the Windows the viewfinder. - Page 39 Media Capture photos in Smile shot 3. Tap → xx → an image layout to switch to Divided shot mode. mode 4. Press the Camera key to capture the Use Smile shot mode to detect people’s divided shots. smiles and capture photos of them. 1.
- Page 40 Media Adjust Camera settings 3. Tap to launch the camcorder. From the viewfinder, tap an icon and then 4. Aim the lens at the subject and make any tap a setting. adjustments (see "Adjust Camcorder settings"). Icon Function 5. Press the Camera key to begin recording. Mode (switch to camcorder) 6.
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Page 41: Media Album
Media While viewing photos, you can perform the Icon Function following functions: Resolution • To zoom in, drag your finger upward on the right side of the screen. To exit the Video settings zoom screen, tap the screen twice. Focus •... -
Page 42: Photo Slides
Media • Resize: resize the image 3. Tap the document name or thumbnail to open it. • Brightness: adjust the brightness • Contrast: adjust the contrast Send a file • Effect: apply a special effect to the image 1. From the Today screen, tap Start → Programs →... - Page 43 Media Create a photo album 4. Crop the photo or select an effect option (if necessary). 1. From the Today screen, tap Start → 5. To save your changes, tap Programs → Photo Slides. 2. Tap Menu → Create album. View slideshows with 3.
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Page 44: Touch Player
Media Update the library Icon Function 1. From the Today screen, tap Start → Skip to the previous photo Programs → Touch Player. Rotate the photo 2. Tap Update. Change the background 3. Tap Search to update the library. music 4. -
Page 45: Video Editor
Media Customise the touch player Icon Function 1. From the Today screen, tap Start → Skip to the previous file Programs → Touch Player. Skip to the next file 2. Tap Menu → Options. 3. Adjust the settings to customise the Return to the file list touch player. - Page 46 Media 5. Mark the beginning and end of the new 7. Select a file. video: 8. Tap Save. • Tap at the point where you want 9. After saving the video, tap Complete. the new video to begin. • Tap at the point where you want the new video to end.
- Page 47 Media Add text to a video Make a slideshow You can combine photos to make a 1. From the Today screen, tap Start → slideshow with your favourite photos. Programs → Video Editor. 1. From the Today screen, tap Start → 2.
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Page 48: Fm Radio
Media 3. Select the photos and videos you want Option Function and tap Select. Set the duration of You can use the same options as when Duration photos making a slideshow. See the previous Change the order of section. Move photos Additionally, you can use Edit to crop a selected video or audio to the video. - Page 49 Media 3. Tap xx or xx, or move the slider to scan Add a radio station to the preset through available radio stations. station list 4. To adjust the volume level, press [ / ]. 1. From the radio screen, scroll to the radio station you want.
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Page 50: Personal Productivity
Personal productivity Create a new SIM contact Learn to use Contacts, Calendar, Office Mobile, Notes, Tasks, and Alarms. 1. From the Today screen, tap Start → Contacts → New → SIM Contact. Contacts 2. Enter contact information. 3. When you are finished entering Learn to use contact cards and groups to information, tap to save the contact... - Page 51 Personal productivity Copy or move contact cards Assign a speed dial number to a contact card You can copy your contact cards from your device to your SIM card and vice versa. 1. From the Today screen, tap Start → When you copy an Outlook contact to your Contacts.
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Page 52: Calendar
Personal productivity 5. To assign a ringtone, tap the ring tone 2. Tap Menu → View → a view type. field and select a ringtone. Stop an event alarm 6. When you are finished, tap When the alarm sounds for a calendar event you set previously, tap Dismiss. - Page 53 Personal productivity Open and view a PowerPoint 4. Enter values or text with the input panel, and then tap slideshow 5. Repeat steps 2-3 as necessary. 1. From the Today screen, tap Start → Office Mobile → PowerPoint Mobile. 6. To format cells, tap Menu → Edit, Insert, Format, or Tools.
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Page 54: Notes
3. Create your note with the input panel. 3. Enter your note with the input panel. To create sketches, see "Enter text with 4. To change the format, tap Menu → Samsung Panel Full Screen." p. 21 Format → a type. 4. When you are finished, tap 5. -
Page 55: Alarms
Personal productivity Alarms Create a task 1. From the Today screen, tap Start → Learn to set and control alarms for Programs → Tasks. important events. 2. Tap Menu → New Task. Set a wake-up alarm 3. Enter details for the task. 1. - Page 56 Personal productivity 3. Set each alarm option. 4. When you are finished, tap Done. Stop an alarm When an alarm without snooze sounds, tap Ok. When an alarm with snooze sounds, tap Dismiss to stop it or Snooze to stop it with snooze.
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Page 57: Web
Messenger Learn to use Windows Live and Messenger. For information about connecting to the With Messenger, you can remain available to internet and working with Internet Explorer other users and stay up-to-date with your and Opera Browser, refer to the Help on email without a constant connection to the your device and the online help. - Page 58 2. Locate and tap a contact’s name, and then tap Send IM. 3. Enter a message in the text field at the bottom of the screen, and then tap Send. 4. While chatting, you can perform the following actions: • Insert emoticons: tap Menu → Add emoticon •...
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Page 59: Connectivity
Connectivity Learn to transfer data to and from your 2. From the Connections tab, tap device via the Bluetooth wireless feature Bluetooth. and synchronise your device to a PC with 3. From the Mode tab, tap the check box ActiveSync. For details on connecting to the next to Turn on Bluetooth. - Page 60 Connectivity Receive data via the Bluetooth 4. Tap a device name and tap Next. wireless feature 5. Enter the 1- to 16-digit Bluetooth PIN for the device you are trying to connect to 1. From the Today screen, tap Start → and tap Next.
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Page 61: Connect Via Usb
Connectivity 3. From the COM Ports tab, tap New 2. From the System tab, select USB Outgoing Port. Connection Mode. 4. For outgoing ports, tap the name of a 3. Set the default USB mode (ActiveSync device, and then tap Next. or Mass Storage). -
Page 62: Synchronise Your Device
Connectivity Synchronise your device Connect your device to a PC with the PC data cable With ActiveSync, you can synchronise your 1. From the Today screen, tap Start → device with a PC and back up and restore Settings. your data. 2. - Page 63 Connectivity Synchronise your data 4. To establish a secure connection, tap the check box next to This server requires When you connect your device to a PC, an encrypted (SSL) connection. ActiveSync should begin synchronising your data automatically. You can begin the 5.
- Page 64 Connectivity 3. Set the following options: • Peak times: set the frequency of synchronisations during peak hours • Off-peak times: set the frequency of synchronisations during off-peak hours • Use above settings when roaming: set to use the synchronisation schedules even when roaming •...
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Page 65: Additional Programs
Additional programs Calculator Learn to use Games, Java, Calculator, Smart Converter, and File Explorer. 1. From the Today screen, tap Start → Programs → Calculator. Games 2. Enter the first number using the calculator buttons on the screen. Play fun games, such as Bubble Breaker and To clear the displayed numbers, tap C. -
Page 66: Smart Converter
Additional programs • MR: recalls the stored value from To move to a higher-level folder, tap Up. Tap memory and inserts it into the current Menu to rename, delete, or edit your files calculation. and folders. • M+: adds the current number to the calculator’s memory. -
Page 67: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If you have trouble with your device, try Try this to solve the Message these procedures before you contact a problem: service professional. Your SIM card is blocked, usually as a result of When you turn on your device, the SIM card entering your PIN incorrectly following messages may appear:... - Page 68 Troubleshooting You forgot a security code, PIN, or You select a contact to call, but the call is not dialled If you forget or lose this or another code, • Ensure that the correct number is stored contact the seller or your service provider. in the contact information.
- Page 69 Troubleshooting The sound quality of a call is poor Your device is hot to the touch • Ensure that you are not blocking the When you use several applications at once, internal antenna. your device requires more power and may heat up.
- Page 70 Troubleshooting • Ensure that the distance between the devices is not more than 10 metres and that they are not separated by walls or other obstacles. • Ensure that the settings for each device allow them to be visible to other devices. •...
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Page 71: Microsoft Software License Terms For Windows Mobile
MICROSOFT SOFTWARE LICENSE TERMS FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 6 SOFTWARE Agreement These license terms are an agreement computer information for Internet- between you and Samsung Electronics Inc. based services. ("Company"). Please read them. They apply By using the software, including use on to the software included on this device. - Page 72 MICROSOFT SOFTWARE LICENSE TERMS FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 6 SOFTWARE Agreement If you comply with these license terms, i. This agreement does not grant you you have the rights below. any rights with respect to the Windows Mobile Device Center, 1. USE RIGHTS. Microsoft ActiveSync or Microsoft You may use the software on the device Outlook 2007 Trial which are subject...
- Page 73 MICROSOFT SOFTWARE LICENSE TERMS FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 6 SOFTWARE Agreement d. Phone Functionality. If the device • reverse engineer, decompile or software includes phone functionality, disassemble the software; all or certain portions of the device • make more copies of the software than software may be inoperable if you do specified in this agreement;...
- Page 74 MICROSOFT SOFTWARE LICENSE TERMS FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 6 SOFTWARE Agreement 4. INTERNET-BASED SERVICES. system, browser and name and version Microsoft provides Internet-based of the software you are using, and the services with the software. Microsoft language code of the device where you may change or cancel them at any time.
- Page 75 MICROSOFT SOFTWARE LICENSE TERMS FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 6 SOFTWARE Agreement If the software fails to protect the 5. NOTICES ABOUT THE MPEG-4 content, content owners may ask VISUAL STANDARD. The software may Microsoft to revoke the software's include MPEG-4 visual decoding ability to use WMDRM to play or copy technology.
- Page 76 MICROSOFT SOFTWARE LICENSE TERMS FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 6 SOFTWARE Agreement 6. DIGITAL CERTIFICATES. The software 10. LINKS TO THIRD PARTY WEBSITES. uses digital certificates in X.509 format. If the software provides links to third These digital certificates are used for party websites, those links are provided authentication.
- Page 77 MICROSOFT SOFTWARE LICENSE TERMS FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 6 SOFTWARE Agreement 13. TRANSFER TO A THIRD PARTY. You 16. NO WARRANTIES FOR THE may transfer the software only with the SOFTWARE. The software is device, the Certificate of Authenticity provided "as is". You bear all risks label, and these license terms directly to of using it.
- Page 78 MICROSOFT SOFTWARE LICENSE TERMS FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 6 SOFTWARE Agreement This limitation applies to: 18. EXPORT RESTRICTIONS. The software is subject to United States export laws • anything related to the software, and regulations. You must comply with services, content (including code) all domestic and international export on third party internet sites, or laws and regulations that apply to the...