Page 1 * Some of the contents of this manual may differ from your phone, depending on the software installed or your service provider. Printed in Korea World Wide Web Code No.:GH68-05623A http://www.samsungmobile.com English. 11/2009. Rev 1.1...
Page 2 GPRS TELEPHONE SGH-E300...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Important safety precautions... 7 Unpacking ... 9 Your phone... 10 Phone layout ... 10 Display... 13 Service light... 16 Camera ... 17 Getting started ... 18 Installing the SIM card ... 18 Charging the battery ... 20 Switching the phone on or off ... 22 Call functions ...
Page 4 Contents Entering text ... 46 Changing the text input mode ... 47 Using T9 mode ... 48 Using Alphabet mode ... 50 Using Number mode... 51 Using Symbol mode ... 51 Options during a call ... 52 Putting a call on hold... 52 Using the menu functions ...
Page 5 Sound settings ... 83 Ringtone (Menu 4.1) Ring volume (Menu 4.2) Alert type (Menu 4.3) Keypad tone (Menu 4.4) Message tone (Menu 4.5) Folder tone (Menu 4.6) Power on/off (Menu 4.7) Alert on call (Menu 4.8) Extra tones (Menu 4.9) Messages...
Page 6 Contents Phone settings ... 147 Activate infrared Display settings (Menu 9.2) Greeting message Own number (Menu 9.4) Language (Menu 9.5) Security (Menu 9.6) Extra settings (Menu 9.7) Short cut (Menu 9.8) Reset settings (Menu 9.9) Solving problems... 158 Access codes ... 161 Phone password ...
Page 7: Important Safety Precautions
Important safety precautions Read these guidelines before using your wireless phone. Failure to comply with them may be dangerous or illegal. Road safety at all times Do not use a hand-held phone while driving; park the vehicle first. Switching off when refuelling Do not use the phone at a refuelling point (service station) or near fuels or chemicals.
Page 8: Emergency Call
Water resistance Your phone is not water-resistant. Keep it dry. Accessories and batteries Use only Samsung-approved accessories and batteries. Use of any unauthorised accessories could damage your phone and may be dangerous. Qualified service Only qualified service personnel may repair your phone.
Page 9: Unpacking
Your package contains the following items: Handset Battery You can obtain the following accessories for your phone from your local Samsung dealer: • Standard/extended batteries • Headset • Simple handsfree car kit • Travel adapter • Stylish handsfree car kit...
Page 10: Your Phone
Your phone Phone layout The following illustrations show the main elements of your phone: Volume/Menu browse keys Soft key (left) Dial Alphanumeric keys Special function keys Headset jack Camera Service light Earpiece Display Navigation (Up/ Down/Left/Right) keys WAP browser/ Confirm key Soft key (right) Power on/off/ Menu exit key...
Page 11: Key Description
Your phone Key(s) Description In Menu mode, scrolls through the menu options and Phonebook. In Idle mode, the Up key allows you to access the Camera menu and the Down key to access your favourite menu option directly. For further details about shortcuts, see page 156.
Page 12 Your phone Key(s) Description (continued) Ends a call. Also switches the phone on and off when held down. In Menu mode, cancels your input and returns the phone to Idle mode. In Idle mode, accesses your voice mail when held down. Enters numbers, letters, and some special characters.
Page 13: Display
Display Display Layout The display has three areas: Menu Area First line Middle lines Last line Icons Text and graphics area Soft key function Phonebook indicators Description Displays various icons. See page 14. Displays messages, instructions, and any information that you enter, such as the number you are dialling.
Page 14: Icon Description
Your phone Icons Icon Description Shows the received signal strength. The greater the number of bars, the stronger the signal. Appears when a call is in progress. Appears when you are out of your service area. When it displays, you cannot make or receive a call.
Page 15 Icon Description Appears when Silent mode is active or you set the phone to vibrate when you receive a call. You set this option in the Alert type menu (Menu 4.3). For further details, see page 29 and page 84 respectively. Appears when the IrDA port is active.
Page 16: Service Light
Your phone External display Your phone has an external display on the front of your phone. It indicates when you have an incoming call or a message. It also alerts you at a specified time when you have set an alarm. The backlight turns on and the corresponding icon appears on the external display.
Page 17: Camera
Your phone Camera The camera module on the front of your phone allows you to take a photo and record a video while on the move. For further details about the Camera feature, see page 138.
Page 18: Getting Started
Getting started Installing the SIM card When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, any optional services available, and so on. Important! The plug-in SIM card and its contacts can be easily damaged by scratches or bending, so be careful when handling, inserting, or removing the card.
Page 19 3. Slide the SIM card into the SIM card socket, as shown, so that the card locks into position. Make sure the metal contacts of the card face into the phone. Note: When you need to remove the SIM card, slide it upwards, as shown, and take it out of the socket.
Page 20: Charging The Battery
Your phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery. A travel adapter comes with your phone for charging the battery. Use only approved batteries and chargers. Ask your local Samsung dealer for further details. The travel adapter allows you to use the phone while the battery is charging, but this causes the phone to charge more slowly.
Page 21: Low Battery Indicator
2. Plug the adapter into a standard AC wall outlet. 3. When charging is finished, unplug the adapter from the power outlet and disconnect it from the phone by pressing the buttons on both sides of the connector and pulling the connector out. Note: You must unplug the adapter before removing the battery from the phone during charging;...
Page 22: Switching The Phone On Or Off
Getting started Switching the phone on or off 1. Open the phone. 2. Press and hold the switches on. 3. If the phone asks you to enter a password, enter a password and press the is preset to “00000000” at the factory. For further details, see page 161.
Page 23: Call Functions
Call functions Making a call When the idle screen displays, enter the area code and phone number, then press the Note: When you activate the Auto redial option in the Extra settings menu (Menu 9.7), the phone will automatically redial up to ten times when the person does not answer the call or is already on the phone.
Page 24: Ending A Call
Call functions Ending a call When you want to end your call, briefly press the key or close the phone. Redialling the last number The phone stores the numbers of the calls you’ve dialled, received, or missed, if the call recipient or caller is identified.
Page 25: Adjusting The Volume
Call functions Making a call from Phonebook You can store phone numbers that you use regularly in the SIM card or in the phone’s memory, which are collectively called Phonebook. Once you have stored numbers in Phonebook, you can dial a number by pressing a few keys or assign your most frequently-used numbers to number keys using the Speed Dial feature.
Page 26: Answering A Call
Call functions Answering a call When somebody calls you, the phone rings and displays the incoming call image. The caller’s phone number or name, if stored in Phonebook, displays. 1. If necessary, open the phone. Press the or the Accept soft key to answer the incoming call.
Page 27: Viewing Missed Calls
Viewing missed calls When you are unable to answer a call for any reason, you can find out who called you so that you can call the person back. The number of calls you’ve missed displays on the idle screen immediately after a call is missed. To view a missed call immediately: 1.
Page 28: Deleting A Missed Call
Call functions 2. Press the 3. Change the number. call the number store the number Deleting a missed call 1. Press the 2. If necessary, press the Up or Down key to highlight the Delete option. 3. Press the You can press the Missed call feature.
Page 29: Quickly Switching To Silent Mode
Quickly switching to Silent mode Silent mode is convenient when you wish to stop the phone from making noise, in a theatre for example. In Idle mode, press and hold the “Silent mode” message and the Vibration icon ( display. In Silent mode, instead of sounds, your phone will vibrate, flash its light, or do nothing, depending on the function and the situation.
Page 30: Selecting Functions And Options
Selecting functions and options Your phone offers a set of functions that allow you to customise it. These functions are arranged in menus and sub-menus, accessed using the two soft keys, you to view and alter the settings of a particular function.
Page 31: Selecting Options
Selecting options To view the various functions and options available and to select the one you want: 1. Press the appropriate soft key. 2. To select the: • function displayed • option highlighted view the next function or highlight the next option on a list move back to the previous function or...
Page 32: Phonebook
Phonebook You can store phone numbers and their corresponding names in both your SIM card and your phone’s memory. They are physically separate but are used as a single entity, called Phonebook. Note: Depending on the manufacturer of your SIM card, the maximum number of phone numbers the SIM card can store may differ.
Page 33 To select the category, press the Left or Right key and press the 4. Select a memory location, either SIM or Phone, by pressing the Up or Down key and press the key or Select soft key. Note: When you change phones, any numbers stored in your SIM card memory are automatically available with the new phone, whereas any numbers stored in the phone’s...
Page 34: Storing A Number Using The Phonebook
Phonebook Storing a number using the Phonebook menu 1. When the idle screen displays, press the Phonebook soft key. 2. Scroll to Add entry by pressing the Up or Down key and press the 3. Select an icon to identify the category of the number to be stored by pressing the Left or Right key, and press the key.
Page 35: Using Phonebook Entry Options
Phonebook Using Phonebook entry options While accessing any Phonebook entry, press the key or Options soft key to access the options for the entry. The following options are available: Photo caller ID: allows you to assign one of the photos you took using the camera as a caller ID image to be displayed when you receive a call from the selected number.
Page 36 Phonebook Paste: allows you to paste the number into the normal dialling mode. Use this option to dial a number similar to one in Phonebook, such as a different extension in the same office. Use the C key to change the number as required; see page 23 for further details.
Page 37: Dialling A Number From Phonebook
Dialling a number from Phonebook Once you have stored phone numbers in Phonebook, you can dial them easily and quickly by using the location numbers that were assigned to them in Phonebook. To dial a number from the SIM card: 1.
Page 38: Speed-Dialling
Phonebook Speed-dialling You can assign up to eight phone numbers from Phonebook that you use most frequently to the number keys (2 to 9), and then dial them easily whenever you want, simply by pressing and holding the associated number key. Setting up speed-dial entries 1.
Page 39 6. Once you have assigned a number to the key, you can use the following options by pressing the Options soft key or • Change: allows you to assign a different number to the key. • Delete: allows you to clear the setting so that no number is assigned to the key.
Page 40: Searching For And Dialling A Number In Phonebook
Phonebook Searching for and dialling a number in Phonebook After storing numbers in Phonebook, you can search for them in two ways; by name and by caller group. Searching for a number by name 1. When the idle screen displays, press the Phonebook soft key.
Page 41: Searching For A Number By Caller Group
Searching for a number by caller group 1. When the idle screen displays, press the Phonebook soft key. 2. Scroll to Group search by pressing the Up or Down key and press the key. You are asked to enter a group name. 3.
Page 42: Editing A Caller Group
Phonebook Editing a caller group 1. When the idle screen displays, press the Phonebook soft key. 2. Scroll to Group edit by pressing the Up or Down key and press the 3. Scroll through the group list by pressing the Up or Down key.
Page 43: Deleting All Of The Phonebook Entries
Deleting all of the Phonebook entries You can delete all of the entries in the selected memory or both memories. 1. When the idle screen displays, press the Phonebook soft key. 2. Scroll to Delete all by pressing the Up or Down key and press the 3.
Page 44: Checking The Memory Status
Phonebook Checking the memory status You can check how many names and numbers are stored in Phonebook, in both the SIM card and phone’s memory. You can also see the capacity of both memories. 1. When the idle screen displays, press the Phonebook soft key.
Page 45: Using The Service Dialling Numbers
Using the service dialling numbers You can view the list of Service Dialling Numbers (SDN) assigned by your service provider. These numbers include emergency numbers, directory enquiries and voice mail numbers. 1. When the idle screen displays, press the Phonebook soft key. 2.
Page 46: Entering Text
Entering text When using your phone, you will often need to enter text, such as when storing a name in Phonebook, creating your personal greeting or scheduling events on your calendar. You can enter alphanumeric characters by using your phone’s keypad.
Page 47: Changing The Text Input Mode
Changing the text input mode When you are in a field that allows characters to be entered, you will notice the text input mode indicator on the display. Example: Writing a text message Create Options To select T9 mode Alphabet mode Number mode Symbol mode Note: Additional text input mode may be available,...
Page 48: Using T9 Mode
Entering text Using T9 mode T9 is a predictive text input mode that allows you to key in any character using single keystrokes. This text input mode is based on a built-in dictionary. To enter a word in T9 mode: 1.
Page 49 To add a new word into the T9 dictionary: 1. After pressing the keys corresponding to the word you want to add, press the 0 or Down key to display the alternative words. 2. When you press the 0 or Down key at the last alternative word, the display shows Add on the bottom line.
Page 50: Using Alphabet Mode
Entering text Using Alphabet mode Use the 1 to 0 keys to enter your text. 1. Press the keys labelled with the letter you want: - Once for the first letter - Twice for the second letter - And so on 2.
Page 51: Using Number Mode
• To insert a space, press the • To shift case in Alphabet mode, use the There are three cases; Initial capital ( lock ( ), and Lower case ( • You can move the cursor by using the Left and Right keys.
Page 52: Options During A Call
Options during a call Your phone provides a number of control functions that you can use during a call. Putting a call on hold You can place the current call on hold whenever you want. You can make another call while you have a call in progress if your network supports this service.
Page 53: Using The Menu Functions
When you have an active call and a call on hold, you may switch between the two calls, changing the one on hold to active and placing the other on hold. To switch between the two calls, simply press the Swap soft key.
Page 54: Switching The Microphone Off (Mute)
Options during a call Switching the microphone off (Mute) You can temporarily switch your phone’s microphone off so that the other person on the phone cannot hear you. Example: You wish to say something to a person in the room, but do not want the person on the phone to hear you.
Page 55: Muting Or Sending Key Tones
Muting or sending key tones These options allow you to turn the key tones off or on. If the Mute keys option is selected, your phone does not transmit the DTMF (Dual Tone Multi- Frequency) tones of the keys, which allows you to press keys without hearing annoying key tones during a call.
Page 56: Searching For A Number In Phonebook
Options during a call Searching for a number in Phonebook You can search for a number in Phonebook during a call. 1. Press the 2. Press the Down key to highlight the Phonebook option. 3. Press the The Phonebook entries are listed. 4.
Page 57: Call Waiting
Call waiting You can answer an incoming call while you have a call in progress, if your network supports this service and you have set the Call waiting menu (Menu 3.3) to Activate; see page 78. You are notified of an incoming call by a call waiting tone. To answer a call while you have a call in progress: 1.
Page 58 Options during a call 3. To join the first participant to the multi-party call, press the select the Join option. Press the soft key. 4. To add a new person to the multi-party call, call the new person in the normal way and press the key or Options soft key.
Page 59: Dropping One Participant
Dropping one participant 1. Press the the Select one option. Press the soft key. The list of call participants appears. 2. Highlight a person from the list by pressing the Up or Down key and press the 3. Press the Down key to select the Remove option and press the The call with that participant ends, but you can continue to talk to the others.
Page 60: Using The Menus
Using the menus The phone offers a range of functions that allow you to tailor it to your needs. These functions are arranged in menus and sub-menus. The menus and sub-menus can be accessed by scrolling using the Navigation keys or by using the shortcuts.
Page 61: Using Shortcuts
Using shortcuts The menu items, such as menus, sub-menus and options, are numbered and can be accessed quickly by using their shortcut numbers. For the main menus, you can access any one of them by pressing the number keys (1 to 9) corresponding to their location on the screen.
Page 62: List Of Menu Functions
Using the menus List of menu functions The following list shows the menu structure and indicates the number assigned to each option and the page where you can find a description of each feature. Note: If you use a SIM AT card that provides additional services, the SIM AT menu displays when you press the Menu soft key to enter Menu mode.
Page 63 3. Network services 3.1 Call diverting 3.1.1 Divert always 3.1.2 Busy 3.1.3 No reply 3.1.4 Unreachable 3.1.5 Cancel all 3.2 Call barring 3.2.1 All outgoing 3.2.2 International 3.2.3 International except to home 3.2.4 All incoming 3.2.5 Incoming while abroad 3.2.6 Cancel all 3.2.7 Change barring password 3.3 Call waiting 3.3.1 Voice calls...
Page 64 Using the menus 4. Sound settings 4.1 Ringtone 4.2 Ring volume 4.3 Alert type 4.4 Keypad tone 4.5 Message tone 4.5.1 SMS tone 4.5.2 SMS-CB tone 4.5.3 MMS tone 4.5.4 Repetition 4.6 Folder tone 4.7 Power on/off 4.8 Alert on call 4.9 Extra tones 5.
Page 65 5. Messages 5.6 Broadcast messages 5.6.1 Read 5.6.2 Receive 5.6.3 Channel list 5.6.4 Language 5.7 Memory status 5.7.1 Text messages 5.7.2 Multimedia messages 6. Funbox (see page 113) 6.1 WAP browser 6.1.1 Home 6.1.2 Bookmarks 6.1.3 http:// 6.1.4 WAP profile 6.1.5 Clear cache 6.2 Games 6.3 Sounds...
Page 66 Using the menus 7. Organiser 7.1 Alarm 7.1.1 Once 7.1.2 Daily 7.1.3 Morning call 7.1.4 Remove alarm 7.1.5 Autopower 7.2 Calendar 7.3 Time & date 7.3.1 Set time 7.3.2 Set date 7.3.3 World time 7.3.4 Time format 7.3.5 Display options 7.4 Calculator 7.5 To do list 7.6 Voice memo...
Page 67 9. Phone settings 9.1 Activate infrared 9.2 Display settings 9.2.1 Wallpaper 9.2.2 Front LCD display 9.2.3 Menu style 9.2.4 Back light 9.2.5 Service light 9.2.6 Graphic logo 9.3 Greeting message 9.4 Own number 9.5 Language 9.6 Security 9.6.1 PIN check 9.6.2 Change PIN 9.6.3 Phone lock 9.6.4 Change password...
Page 68: Sim At
SIM AT This menu is available if you use a SIM AT card that provides additional services, such as news, weather, sports, entertainment, and location services. Available services may vary, depending on your service provider’s plans. For further details, see your SIM card instructions or contact your service provider.
Page 69: Call Records
Call records In this menu, you can view the: • calls you missed, received or dialled. • length of your calls. • cost of your calls. Notes: • You can access the numbers in the three types of call records by pressing the •...
Page 70: Received Calls (Menu 2.2)
Call records Received calls This menu lets you view the last 20 numbers of the calls you received. The number or name, if available, displays together with the time and date when the call was received. By pressing the can: •...
Page 71: Delete All (Menu 2.4)
Delete all (Menu 2.4) This menu allows you to delete all of the records in each call record. You can also delete all of your call records at one time. select a call record to clear place a check mark remove a check mark 2.
Page 72: Call Time (Menu 2.5)
Call records Call time (Menu 2.5) This menu lets you view the timers for calls you made and received. Note: The actual time invoiced for calls by your service provider may vary, depending on network features, rounding-off for billing purposes and so on. The following timers are available: Last call time: shows the length of the last call.
Page 73: Call Costs (Menu 2.6)
Call records Call costs (Menu 2.6) This network feature lets you view the cost of calls. This menu may not be available depending on your SIM card. The following options are available: Last call cost: shows the cost of the last call you made.
Page 74: Network Services
Network services These menu functions are network services. Please contact your service provider to check their availability and subscribe to them, if you wish. Call diverting This network service enables incoming calls to be rerouted to a number that you specify. Example: You may wish to divert your business calls to a colleague while you are on holidays.
Page 75 2. Select the type of calls, voice or data, by pressing the Up or Down key, and then press the key or Select soft key. The current status displays. If the option has already been set, the number to which the calls are diverted displays.
Page 76: Call Barring (Menu 3.2)
Network services Call barring The call barring network service allows you to restrict your calls. To set your call barring options: 1. Select a call barring option by pressing the Up or Down key, and then press the soft key. The following options are available: •...
Page 77 2. Select the type of calls, voice or data, by pressing the Up or Down key, and then press the key or Select soft key. 3. Press the key or Activate soft key to confirm your settings. 4. Enter your call barring password supplied by your service provider.
Page 78: Call Waiting (Menu 3.3)
Network services Call waiting This network service informs you when someone is trying to reach you during another call. You can specify individual call waiting options for voice calls and/or data calls: To set your call waiting options: 1. Select the type of calls, voice or data, to which you want to apply the call waiting option by pressing the Up or Down key, and then press the key or Select soft key.
Page 79: Network Selection (Menu 3.4)
Network selection The Network selection feature enables you to automatically or manually select the network used when roaming outside of your home area. Note: You can select a network other than your home network only if there is a valid roaming agreement between the two.
Page 80: Caller Id (Menu 3.5)
Network services Caller ID (Menu 3.5) You can prevent your phone number from being displayed on the phone of the person being called. Note: Some networks do not allow the user to change this setting. The following options are available: Default: the default setting provided by the network is used.
Page 81 Activating a closed user group If you select the Closed user group menu, you can enter the CUG function. You can access the following options after pressing the Select soft key: Index list: lets you list, add, or delete CUG index numbers.
Page 82 Network services Default group: you may set a default CUG with your service provider. If you have done so, you can enable the Default group option on your phone. When making a call, you are given the option of using your default CUG, instead of selecting one from the list.
Page 83: Sound Settings
Sound settings You can use the Sound settings feature to customise various settings, such as the: • ring melody, volume and type. • sounds made when you press a key, receive a message, open/close the phone or switch your phone on or off. •...
Page 84: Alert Type (Menu 4.3)
Sound settings Alert type (Menu 4.3) This menu allows you to specify how you are to be informed of incoming calls. The following options are available: Light only: the service light flashes; the phone neither rings nor vibrates. Melody: the phone rings using the selected ring tone.
Page 85: Message Tone (Menu 4.5)
Sound settings Message tone (Menu 4.5) This menu allows you to select how the phone informs you that a new message has been received. SMS tone (Menu 4.5.1) The following options are available for alerting you to new SMS messages: Off: the phone does not use an SMS tone.
Page 86: Folder Tone (Menu 4.6)
Sound settings MMS tone (Menu 4.5.3) The following options are available for alerting you to new MMS messages: Off: the phone does not use an MMS tone. Light only: the service light flashes. Vibration: the phone vibrates. Single beep: the phone beeps once. MMS tone X: the phone uses one of several MMS tones.
Page 87: Alert On Call (Menu 4.8)
Alert on call This menu allows you to select whether or not the phone informs you when you receive a new message or when the time for an alarm comes during a call. The following options are available: Off: the phone doesn’t actively alert you to incoming messages or alarms.
Page 88: Messages
Messages Using the Messages menu, you can use various message features, such as: • short text messages • multimedia messages • WAP push messages • voice mail • cell broadcast messages Text messages (Menu 5.1) Short Message Service (SMS) allows you to send and receive short text messages to and from other GSM mobile phones.
Page 89 Create (Menu 5.1.1) In this menu, you can write and send text messages. Note: When you add media items to a message, the number of characters you are allowed to enter decrease. Creating a simple text message 1. Create your message. Note: For further details about entering characters, see page 46.
Page 90 Messages 4. If you select a save option, select the memory location by pressing the Up and Down keys and press the 5. Enter a destination number and press the or OK soft key. The message is sent. Note: If the phone fails to send the message, it will ask you if you want to retry.
Page 91 • Add templates: allows you to apply one of the preset message templates to the text. Select one of five items stored in the Templates menu (Menu 5.1.4). For further details, see page 94. • Add from phonebook: allows you to add a Phonebook entry to your message.
Page 92 Messages While reading a message, you can access the following options by pressing the key or Options soft key: Delete: allows you to delete the message. Send: allows you to forward the message. For further details about how to send a message, see page 89. Text reply: allows you to send a reply to the sender by sending a text message.
Page 93 1. Select a message from the list and press the key or View soft key to read the message contents. 2. To scroll through the contents, press the Up or Down key. 3. To scroll to the previous or next message, press While reading a message, you can access the following options by pressing the soft key:...
Page 94 Messages Templates (Menu 5.1.4) Using this menu, you can preset a maximum of five messages that you use most frequently. Select an empty location or the message template you want and press the The following options are available: Edit: allows you to write a new message template or edit an existing message template.
Page 95 Messages Setting x (where x is the setting group number): each group has its own sub-menu. Setting name: allows you to give a name to the setting group currently being defined. Service centre: allows you to store or change the number of your message centre, which is required when sending messages.
Page 96: Multimedia Messages (Menu 5.2)
Messages Character support: allows you to select a character type from GSM-alphabet, Uni-code, or Automatic. If you select Uni-code and your recipient’s phone does not support it, your recipient may not be able to read your message. Multimedia messages (Menu 5.2) This menu allows you to use the Multimedia Message Service.
Page 97: Creating And Sending A Multimedia Message
Create (Menu 5.2.1) This menu allows you to create a new multimedia message and send it to one or multiple destinations. Creating and sending a multimedia message 1. Enter the subject of your message and press the key or Next soft key. For further details about entering characters, see page 46.
Page 98 Messages • Send: allows you to send the message. Use this option when you finish creating the message. • Save: saves the message in the Draft (Menu 5.2.4) or Templates (Menu 5.2.5) box for later use. • Settings: allows you to change the message settings.
Page 99 • Add page: allows you to add up to 5 pages. After adding pages, you can move to each page using the Left or Right key on the message screen. After you add a page, the display shows you the current page number and memory space used for the page.
Page 100 Messages 7. Choose one of the following options and press key or Select soft key: • Phone number: allows you to enter the phone number you want. • E-mail: allows you to enter the e-mail address of the recipient. • Phonebook: allows you to retrieve a number from your Phonebook.
Page 101 Inbox (Menu 5.2.2) Viewing a message when you receive it When a new multimedia message comes in, the display shows the MMS Message icon ( text notification along with the sender’s number. 1. Press the information about the message, such as the sender’s number, the message size and the subject.
Page 102 Messages Viewing a message from the Inbox When you access the Inbox menu, the list of multimedia messages or notifications you’ve received displays with the senders’ phone numbers (if they are available in your Phonebook) or subjects. The icons on the left tell you the status of the messages.
Page 103 Messages While viewing a message, you can access the Messages options by pressing the key or Options soft key. If you are viewing a new message, the options are the same as when you view a message at the time of you receive it.
Page 104 Messages Outbox (Menu 5.2.3) When you access this menu, the list of the multimedia messages you have sent or saved displays. The icons on the left tell you the status of the messages. • : Messages currently being sent • : Messages sent •...
Page 105 Save address: allows you to extract the destination numbers or e-mail addresses and URL, e-mail addresses or phone numbers from the message text. Send: allows you to send/resend the message. Edit: allows you to change the message contents, sound, picture or text. Properties: shows you information about the message, such as the message status, subject, sender and recipients’...
Page 106 Messages 3. Press the following options, or the display automatically shows the options after a specified time: • Edit: allows you to send a message using the template. For further details about how to send a message, see page 97. •...
Page 107 Messages Off when roaming: the phone automatically downloads new messages unless you are roaming on another network or in another country. Message acceptance: you can specify the category of messages you want to receive. Hide ID: when this option is enabled, your phone number does not display on the recipient’s phone.
Page 108 Messages MMS profile In this menu, you can configure various network settings that are required when you send or receive multimedia messages. Notes: • The last profile you accessed is automatically activated for sending subsequent messages. • If you change the MMS settings without first checking with your service provider, the MMS feature may not work properly.
Page 109: Push Messages (Menu 5.3)
Push messages In this menu, you can receive and access web messages from the server. The following options are available: Inbox: allows you to read the messages received from the web server. Receive: allows you to set whether or not your phone receives web messages.
Page 110: Voice Mail (Menu 5.5)
Messages 3. Press the Delete soft key to delete the marked messages. 4. When a confirmation message displays, press key or Yes soft key to confirm. 5. When the phone asks for confirmation again, press the Voice mail This menu allows you to access your voice mailbox, if your network supports this service.
Page 111: Broadcast Messages (Menu 5.6)
Messages Broadcast messages (Menu 5.6) This network service allows you to receive text messages on various topics, such as the weather or traffic. Cell Broadcast (CB) messages display as soon as they are received, provided that: • the phone is in Idle mode. •...
Page 112: Memory Status (Menu 5.7)
Messages Delete: use to remove a channel from the list. Edit: use to change the ID and title of an existing channel. Language: allows you to select your preferred language in which to display cell broadcast messages. Please contact your service provider for further details.
Page 113: Funbox
Funbox The Funbox menu contains several fun options. WAP browser Your phone is equipped with a WAP (Wireless Application Protocol) browser to allow you to access and navigate the Wireless Web using your phone. Home (Menu 6.1.1) Selecting this menu connects the phone to the network and loads the homepage of the Wireless Web service provider.
Page 114: Navigating The Wap Browser
Funbox Navigating the WAP browser scroll through the browser items select a browser item select a numbered item return to the previous page access the Bookmarks list return to the startup homepage Entering text in the WAP browser When you are prompted to enter text, the currently active text input mode is indicated on the screen.
Page 115 T9 mode (T9): allows you to enter English characters by pressing one key per letter. In this mode, you can use only the 0 key to display alternative words. To change the case, press the key. Number mode (1): allows you to enter numbers. Selecting and using browser menu options Various menu options are available when you are using the WAP browser to navigate the Wireless...
Page 116 Funbox Go to URL: allows you to manually enter the URL address of a Web page. After entering an address, press the OK soft key to go there directly. Show URL: displays the URL address of the Web page to which you are currently connected. It also enables you to set the current site as the startup home page.
Page 117 Bookmarks (Menu 6.1.2) This menu allows you to store up to 16 URL addresses. Using this menu, you can access one of the default web sites or store the address of your favourite web site. To store your favourite web site: 1.
Page 118 Funbox http:// (Menu 6.1.3) This menu allows you to manually enter the URL address of a Web site that you wish to access. For further details about how to enter characters, see page 46. WAP profile (Menu 6.1.4) This menu allows you to set up five proxy servers for the WAP browser.
Page 119 Password: enter the password required to connect to the GPRS network. APN: enter the access point name used for the address of the GPRS network gateway. When the bearer is set to Data: IP address: enter the WAP gateway address required to connect to the Internet.
Page 120: Games (Menu 6.2)
Funbox Games (Menu 6.2) You can download MIDlets (Java applications that run on mobile phones) from various sources using the WAP Browser and store them in your phone. When you access the Games menu, the list of the default games appears. Once you have downloaded games, they are added to the list.
Page 121 3. Press the 5 key or selection. While you are playing a game, to adjust the sound volume stop the game and return to the startup screen exit the game Viewing MIDlet information 1. Scroll to the MIDlet you want and press the Info soft key.
Page 122 Funbox Entering text If you need to enter text while using a MIDlet, you can use the following input modes: Upper-case character mode (A): allows you to enter upper-case English characters. Lower-case character mode (a): allows you to enter lower-case English characters. Number mode (1): allows you to enter numbers.
Page 123: Sounds (Menu 6.3)
Funbox Sounds (Menu 6.3) In this menu, you can view the list of sounds downloaded from a web server or received in multimedia messages. You can set the downloaded sounds as the current ring tone or send them to other phones. Scroll to the sound you want on the sound list and press the key or Play soft key.
Page 124: Delete All (Menu 6.5)
Funbox By pressing the Options soft key, you can use the following options: Rename: allows you to change the name of the image. Delete: deletes the image. Set as wallpaper: sets the image as your wallpaper for the idle screen. Delete all This menu allows you to delete all of the downloaded items in the Games, Sounds and...
Page 125: Memory Status (Menu 6.6)
Funbox Memory status (Menu 6.6) You can check the amount of memory being used and the memory remaining for games or sounds and images. Games: the display shows the total, free, and used space and the number of games you downloaded. Sounds &...
Page 126: Organiser
Organiser The Organiser feature enables you to: • set an alarm so that the phone rings at a specific time, for example, to remind you of an appointment. • view the calendar and organise your schedule. • set the current time and date. •...
Page 127 To set an alarm: 1. Choose the type of alarm to be set and press the key or Select soft key. 2. Enter the time for the alarm to sound. Note: Your phone is preset to a 24-hour format. To change the format, see page 131.
Page 128: Calendar (Menu 7.2)
Organiser Calendar (Menu 7.2) With the Calendar feature, you can: • consult the calendar and check your memos. • write memos to keep track of your schedule. • set an alarm to act as a reminder. Consulting the calendar When you select the Calendar menu (Menu 7.2), the calendar displays with today’s date highlighted.
Page 129 2. Press the An empty memo screen displays allowing you to enter your memo. 3. Enter your memo and then press the OK soft key. Note: For further details about how to enter characters, see page 46. You are asked if you wish to set an alarm. 4.
Page 130: Viewing A Memo
Organiser Viewing a memo When you select a day on which more than one memo exists, the latest memo for the day displays. In that case, press the Up or Down key to scroll to the previous or next memo. You can use the following options by pressing the key or Options soft key: New: allows you to write a new memo.
Page 131: Time & Date (Menu 7.3)
Time & date This menu allows you to change the current time and date displayed. You can also find out what time it is in another part of the world. The following options are available: Set time: allows you to enter the current time. You can select the time format in the Time format menu (Menu 7.3.4).
Page 132: Calculator (Menu 7.4)
Organiser Calculator With this feature, you can use the phone as a calculator. The calculator provides basic arithmetic functions; addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. 1. Enter the first number using the numeric keys. Notes: • To move the cursor to the left or right, press the key.
Page 133: To Do List (Menu 7.5)
To do list (Menu 7.5) This feature allows you to: • enter a list of tasks to be done. • assign a priority and a deadline to each task. • sort the tasks by priority and status. Creating the To do list 1.
Page 134 Organiser To change the status of a specific task, press the key to mark the task as completed as of the current time and date. You can use the following options by pressing the Options soft key: New: allows you to create a new task. Mark: allows you to change the status of a task.
Page 135: Voice Memo (Menu 7.6)
Voice memo You can record voice memos. After recording, you can send a memo to other people via Multimedia Message Service. voice Record This menu allows you to record a new memo. When you select this option, the display shows a 30- second timer.
Page 136 Organiser 6. Press the The memo is saved and then the display shows the memo information. 7. Press the following memo options: • Send: allows you to send the memo to other people by using the MMS feature. Follow the procedure on page 97.
Page 137: Currency Exchange (Menu 7.7)
Delete all (Menu 7.6.3) In this menu, you can delete all of your voice memos. When a confirmation message appears, press the key or Yes soft key. To cancel the deletion, press the No soft key. When the phone asks for confirmation again, press the one more time.
Page 138: Camera
Camera Using the camera module embedded in your phone, you can take photos of people or events while on the move. You can also send photos to other people in a multimedia message, or set one as wallpaper or as a caller ID image for a Phonebook entry. You can also record videos using the phone as a camcorder.
Page 139 Taking a photo with the phone open 1. Accessing the Take photos menu turns on the camera on the front of your phone. Or you can press and hold the Camera ( side of the phone in Idle mode. The image to be captured appears on the display.
Page 140 Camera 3. To use a decorated frame have a time delay before taking a photo access the My photos menu (Menu 8.2) 4. Press the photo. 5. Press the To discard the photo, press the Cancel soft key. 6. To use the photo options return to Capture mode...
Page 141: Using The Camera Options
2. Adjust the image by aiming the camera at the subject. You can adjust the brightness and zoom in or out by using the Volume keys. 3. Press the Camera key to take the photo. Your phone automatically saves the photo and returns to Capture mode.
Page 142 Camera Night shot: allows you to take a photo of the best quality when it is dark. Rotation: allows you to rotate the photo. You can flip the photo vertically, see its mirror image, or do both at the same time. Self timer: allows you to set a time delay before the camera takes the photo.
Page 143: Take Photos (Menu 8.1)
Camera Take photos (Menu 8.1) This menu allows you to take a photo. Accessing this menu turns the camera on and the display switches to Capture mode. For further details about taking a photo, see page 138. My photos (Menu 8.2) This menu allows you to review your photos.
Page 144: Video (Menu 8.3)
Camera Protection: allows you to protect the photo from being deleted. Delete: allows you to delete the photo. Delete all: allows you to delete all of the photos saved in your phone. Properties: shows the properties of the photo, such as the time and date it was taken, file size, photo size, protection status, file format, and file name.
Page 145 3. Press the recording. 4. When you have finished, press the left soft key, key, or Camera key. Or, the phone automatically stops when the recording time expires. 5. Press the saved and the display returns to Record mode. To discard the video, press the Cancel soft key. Video clips (Menu 8.3.2) When you access this menu, the thumbnail images...
Page 146: Memory Status (Menu 8.4)
Camera Press the Options soft key on the video list to use the following options: Rename: allows you to change the file name. Delete: allows you to delete the current video file. Delete all: allows you to delete all of your video files.
Page 147: Phone Settings
If there is no communication between your phone and the IrDA-compliant device within 30 seconds of activating the feature, it is automatically deactivated. Note: For optional performance, use the PC data cable supplied in your SGH-E300 kit. (Menu 9.1) IrDA port...
Page 148: Display Settings (Menu 9.2)
Phone settings Display settings In this menu, you can change various settings for the display or backlight. Wallpaper (Menu 9.2.1) This menu allows you to change the background image or the colour of the text to be displayed in Idle mode. The following options are available: Wallpaper list: you can download images from the wireless web site preset by your service provider, or...
Page 149 Phone settings Front LCD display (Menu 9.2.2) This menu allows you to select the colour of an image to be displayed on the external display. Menu style (Menu 9.2.3) This menu allows you to select the menu display style. You can select from Grid style, Bar style, and Page style.
Page 150: Greeting Message (Menu 9.3)
Phone settings Graphic logo This menu allows you to display your service provider’s logo instead of its name. Off: the service provider’s name displays in Idle mode. On: the service provider’s logo stored in your phone displays in Idle mode; if no logo has been stored, the service provider’s name displays.
Page 151: Own Number (Menu 9.4)
Own number This function is a memory aid, which you can use to check your own phone numbers if you need to do so. You can: • assign a name to each of your own phone numbers registered on your SIM card. •...
Page 152 Phone settings PIN check (Menu 9.6.1) When the PIN check feature is enabled, you must enter your PIN each time you switch the phone on. Consequently, any person who does not have your PIN cannot use your phone without your approval. Note: Before disabling the PIN check feature, you must enter your PIN.
Page 153 The following options are available: Disable: you are not asked to enter the phone password when you switch the phone on. Enable: you are required to enter the phone password when you switch the phone on. Change password The Change password feature allows you to change your current phone password to a new one.
Page 154 Phone settings When the phone asks for the phone password, enter the password and press the key. Note: The password is preset to “00000000” at the factory. To change this password, see page 153. SIM lock (Menu 9.6.6) When the SIM lock feature is enabled, your phone only works with the current SIM.
Page 155: Extra Settings (Menu 9.7)
Change PIN2 The Change PIN2 feature allows you to change your current PIN2 to a new one. You must enter the current PIN2 before you can specify a new one. Once you have entered a new PIN2, you are asked to confirm it by entering it again.
Page 156: Short Cut (Menu 9.8)
Phone settings Anykey answer: when this option is checked, you can answer an incoming call by pressing any key, except the reject the call, press the soft key. When this option is unchecked, you must press the key or Accept soft key to answer a call. Short cut (Menu 9.8) The Navigation keys can be used as shortcut keys.
Page 157: Reset Settings (Menu 9.9)
Phone settings Reset settings (Menu 9.9) You can easily reset your phone to its default settings. To reset your phone: 1. Select the Reset settings menu. 2. Enter the 4 to 8-digit phone password and press key or OK soft key. Note: The password is preset to “00000000.”...
Page 158: Solving Problems
Solving problems If you are experiencing problems with your phone, perform the following simple checks, before contacting a service professional. This may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary service call. When you switch your phone on, the following messages may appear: Insert SIM card •...
Page 159 “No service,” “Network failure” or “Not done” displays • The network connection was lost. You may be in a weak signal area (in a tunnel or surrounded by buildings). Move and try again. • You are trying to access an option for which you have not taken out a subscription with your service provider.
Page 160: Phonebook Entry
• the model and serial numbers of your phone • your warranty details • a clear description of the problem Then contact your local dealer or Samsung after- sales service. ) to weak ( ).
Page 161: Access Codes
Access codes There are several access codes that are used by your phone and its SIM card. These codes help you protect the phone against unauthorised use. When requested for any of the codes explained below, enter the appropriate code (displayed as asterisks) and press the you make a mistake, press the C key one or more times until the incorrect digit is cleared and then...
Page 162: Pin
Access codes The Personal Identification Number or PIN (4 to 8 digits) protects your SIM card against unauthorised use. It is usually supplied with the SIM card. If you enter an incorrect PIN three times in succession, the code is disabled and cannot be used until you re-enable it by entering the PUK (see below).
Page 163: Pin2
PIN2 The PIN2 (4 to 8 digits), supplied with some SIM cards, is required to access specific functions, such as setting the maximum cost of a call. These functions are available if supported by your SIM card. If you enter an incorrect PIN2 three times in succession, the code is disabled and you cannot access the functions until you re-enable it by entering the PUK2.
Page 164: Barring Password
Access codes Barring password A 4-digit barring password is required when you use the Call Barring function. You can obtain the password from your service provider when you subscribe to this function. You can change this password in the Call barring menu (Menu 3.2).
Page 165: Health And Safety Information
Health and safety information SAR certification information This phone meets European Union (EU) requirements concerning exposure to radio waves. Your mobile phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured so as not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio-frequency (RF) energy, as recommended by the EU Council.
Page 166: Precautions When Using Batteries
Health and safety information SAR tests are conducted using standard operating positions with the phone transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands. Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR level of the phone while operating can be well below the maximum value.
Page 167 • If left unused, a fully charged battery will discharge itself over time. • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and recharge your battery only with Samsung- approved chargers. When a charger is not in use, disconnect it from the power source. Do not leave the battery connected to a charger for more than a week, since overcharging may shorten its life.
Page 168: Road Safety
Health and safety information Road safety Your wireless phone gives you the powerful ability to communicate by voice, almost anywhere, anytime. But an important responsibility accompanies the benefits of wireless phones, one that every user must uphold. When driving a car, driving is your first responsibility.
Page 169: Electronic Devices
Electronic devices Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio frequency (RF) signals. However, certain electronic equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals from your wireless phone. Consult the manufacturer to discuss alternatives. Pacemakers Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum distance of 15 cm (6 inches) be maintained between a wireless phone and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the...
Page 170: Other Medical Devices
Health and safety information Other medical devices If you use any other personal medical devices, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from external RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.
Page 171: Potentially Explosive Environments
Health and safety information Potentially explosive environments Switch your phone off when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.
Page 172: Emergency Calls
Health and safety information Emergency calls This phone, like any wireless phone, operates using radio signals, wireless and landline networks as well as user-programmed functions, which cannot guarantee connection in all conditions. Therefore, you should never rely solely on any wireless phone for essential communications (medical emergencies, for example).
Page 173: Other Important Safety Information
Other important safety information • Only qualified personnel should service the phone or install the phone in a vehicle. Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty applicable to the device. • Check regularly that all wireless phone equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly.
Page 174: Care And Maintenance
Health and safety information Care and maintenance Your phone is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care. The suggestions below will help you fulfill any warranty obligations and allow you to enjoy this product for many years.
Page 175 • Do not paint the phone. Paint can clog the device’s moving parts and prevent proper operation. • Do not put the phone in or on heating devices, such as a microwave oven, a stove or a radiator. The phone may explode when overheated. •...
Page 176: Glossary
Glossary To help you understand the main technical terms and abbreviations used in this booklet, and to take full advantage of the features of your mobile phone, here are a few definitions: Active folder Ability to answer a call simply by opening the phone.
Page 177 Glossary EMS (Enhanced Message Service) An adaptation of the Short Message Service (SMS) that allows you to send and receive ring tones and the service provider’s logo, as well as combinations of simple media to and from EMS-compliant handsets. Because EMS is based on SMS, it can use SMS centres the same way that SMS does.
Page 178 Glossary Java Programming language generating applications that can run on all hardware platforms, whether small, medium or large, without modification. It has been promoted for and geared heavily to the Web, both for public Web sites and Intranets. When a Java program runs from a Web page, it is called a Java applet.
Page 179 Glossary PIN (Personal Identification Number) Security code that protects the phone against unauthorised use. The PIN is supplied by the service provider with the SIM card. It may be a four to eight-digit number and can be changed, as required. PUK (PIN Unblocking Key) Security code used to unlock the phone when an incorrect PIN has been entered three times in...
Page 180: Soft Keys
Glossary SMS (Short Message Service) Network service sending and receiving messages to and from another subscriber without having to speak to the correspondent. The message created or received can be displayed, received, edited or sent. Soft keys Two keys marked purpose of which: •...
Page 181: Index
Index Access codes • 161 Active folder • 155 Alarm • 126 Alert type • 84 Alphabet mode, text input • Answering call • 26 second call • 57 Anykey answer • 156 Auto redial • 155 Background image • 148 Backlight description •...
Page 182 Index Display backlight • 15 external • 16 icons • 14 layout • 13 settings • 148 Diverting, calls • 74 DNS settings • 122 DTMF tones, send • 55 Earpiece volume • 25 Emergency calls • 172 EMS (Enhanced Message Service) •...
Page 183 Menus accessing • 60 list • 62 Message tone • 85 Messages cell broadcast • 111 greeting • 150 multimedia • 96 text • 88 voice • 110 MIDlets, launch • 120 Minute minder • 87 Missed calls • 27, 69 MMS (Multimedia Messages Service) •...
Page 184 Index Received calls • 70 Received messages multimedia • 101 text • 91 Recording videos • 144 voice memos • 135 Redialling automatically • 155 manually • 24 Resetting phone • 157 Ring tone • 83 Ring type • 84 Ring volume •...
Page 185 Volume, adjust earpiece • 25 keypad tone • 25 ring • 83 Waiting call • 57, 78 Wallpaper • 148 WAP browser access • 113 bookmarks • 117 cache, clear • 119 World time • 131 Writing messages multimedia • 97 text •...
Page 189 2004. 03. 16 (place and date of issue) * It is not the address of Samsung Service Centre. For the address or the phone number of Samsung Service Centre, see the warranty card or contact the retailer where you purchased your phone.

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