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TRI BAND
GPRS TELEPHONE
SGH-S300M
ELECTRONICS
Printed in Korea
Code No.: GH68-04018A
World Wide Web
http://www.samsungmobile.com
English. 06/2003. Rev. 1.0

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  • Page 1 * Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone, depending on the software installed or your service provider. TRI BAND GPRS TELEPHONE SGH-S300M ELECTRONICS Printed in Korea Code No.: GH68-04018A World Wide Web http://www.samsungmobile.com English. 06/2003. Rev. 1.0...
  • Page 2 * Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone, depending on the software installed or your service provider. TRI BAND GPRS TELEPHONE SGH-S300M ELECTRONICS Printed in Korea Code No.: GH68-xxxxxA World Wide Web http://www.samsungmobile.com English. 04/2003. Rev. 1.0...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Important Safety Precautions ... 7 Unpacking ... 9 Your Phone... 10 Phone Layout ... 10 Display... 13 Service Light... 16 Getting Started... 17 Installing the SIM Card... 17 Charging the Battery... 19 Switching the Phone On or Off... 21 Call Functions...
  • Page 4 Contents Options During a Call... 47 Putting a Call on Hold... 47 Switching the Microphone Off (Mute) ... 48 Muting/Sending Key Tones... 49 Sending DTMF Tones... 49 Searching for a Number in Phonebook ... 50 Using the Message Service... 50 Answering a Second Call...
  • Page 5 Contents Funbox ... 118 Games ... 118 (Menu 8.1) WAP Browser (Menu 8.2) ... 119 Downloads ... 125 (Menu 8.3) Solving Problems... 128 Access Codes... 131 Phone Password ... 131 PIN... 132 PUK ... 132 PIN2 ... 133 PUK2 ... 133 Barring Password...

  • Page 6: 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 7: Unpacking

    Water Resistance Your phone is not water-resistance. 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 install or repair your phone.

  • Page 8: Your Phone

    Your Phone Phone Layout The following illustrations show the main elements of your phone: Folder Navigation keys Ear-microphone jack Soft key (left) Volume/menu browse keys Dial/menu confirmation key Cancel/ correction key IrDA port Special function keys Service light External display Key(s) Earpiece Display...

  • Page 9: Display

    Your Phone Key(s) Description (continued) Makes or answers a call. When held down in Idle Mode, recalls the last number dialled or received. In Menu Mode, selects a menu function or stores information that you have entered, such as a name in the phone or SIM memory.
  • Page 10 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 home area and have logged onto a different network, for example, when travelling in other countries.

  • Page 11: Service Light

    Your Phone External Display Your phone has an external display on the folder. It indicates when you have an incoming call or a message. It also alerts you when you have set an alarm at the specified time by turning on its backlight and showing the corresponding icon on it.

  • Page 12: 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. You can use the phone while the battery is charging, but this causes the phone to charge more slowly.

  • Page 13: Switching The Phone On Or Off

    Getting Started 2. Plug the adapter into a standard AC wall outlet. 3. When charging is finished, unplug the adapter from the power outlet and from the phone by pressing the grey tabs 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 14: Call Functions

    Call Functions Making a Call When the idle screen is displayed, enter the area code and phone number and press the Note: If you have checked the Auto Redial option in the Extra Settings menu (Menu 5.8), the number is redialled automatically up to ten times when the person does not answer the call or is already on the phone.

  • Page 15: Adjusting The Volume

    Call Functions Making a Call from Phonebook You can store the phone numbers that you use regularly in the SIM card or the phone’s memory, which are collectively called Phonebook. Simply select the required name to recall the associated number. For further details about the Phonebook features, see page 31.

  • Page 16: Viewing Missed Calls

    Call Functions Viewing Missed Calls When you are unable to answer a call for any reason, you can find out who is calling you, if this service is available, so that you can call the person back. The number of missed calls displays on the idle screen immediately after a call is missed.

  • Page 17: Switching Quickly To The Silent Mode

    Call Functions Switching Quickly to the Silent Mode Silent Mode is convenient when discretion is required and you wish to stop the phone from making noise, in a theatre for example. In Idle Mode, to switch your phone quickly to the silent mode, simply press and hold down the until the “Silent Mode”...

  • Page 18: Phonebook

    Selecting Functions and Options To view various functions/options available and select the one required: 1. Press the appropriate soft key. 2. To Press the select the: Select soft key or • function displayed key. • option highlighted view the next function key or or highlight the next left side of the phone.
  • Page 19 Phonebook 4. Enter a name and press the OK soft key. The maximum length of a name depends on your SIM card. For further details about how to enter characters, see page 41. The phone now displays the first free location in the last memory used to save a number and name.

  • Page 20: Using Phonebook Entry Options

    Phonebook Using Phonebook Entry Options While accessing any Phonebook entry, press the Options soft key to access the options for the entry. Press the select the Select soft key or highlighted option key. highlight a different option required option highlights. The following options are available: Paste: allows you to paste the number into the normal dialling mode.

  • Page 21: Editing A Caller Group

    Phonebook 4. To Press the view the View soft key. highlighted entry select a different entry entry you want is highlighted. look for a name key labelled with the starting with a letter. different letter 5. Once you have found the entry, press the key to dial the number, or press the Options soft key to access the Phonebook entry options;...

  • Page 22: Speed-Dialling

    Phonebook • Graphic: allows you to set a graphic icon to be displayed when you receive a voice call from a person in the group. • Group Name: allows you to assign a name to the group. For further details about how to enter characters, see page 41.

  • Page 23: Checking The Memory Status

    Phonebook Checking the Memory Status You can check how many names and numbers are stored in Phonebook; SIM card and phone memories. You can also see the capacity of both memories. 1. When the idle screen displays, press the Name soft key.

  • Page 24: Changing The Text Input Mode

    Entering Text Changing the Text Input Mode When you are in a field that allows characters to be entered, you should notice the text input mode indicator on the display. Example: Writing a text message Options To select the Press the until T9 mode displays.

  • Page 25: Using The Upper/Lower-Case Character Mode

    Entering Text • To enter full stops, hyphens or apostrophes, press the 1 key. The T9 mode applies grammar rules to ensure that the correct punctuation is used. Example: the 1 key is used twice to display two punctuation marks: ’...

  • Page 26: Using The Symbol Mode

    Entering Text Using the Symbol Mode The symbol mode enables you to insert symbols into a text message. Use the navigation keys to scroll to the symbol you want to enter and then press the OK soft key to insert the highlighted symbol into your message. Using the Number Mode The Number mode enables you to enter numbers into a text message.

  • Page 27: 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 28: Switching The Microphone Off (Mute)

    Options During a Call To switch between the two calls, simply press the Swap soft key. The current call is placed on hold and the call on hold is reactivated so that you can continue conversing with the other person. When you want to finish, end each call normally by pressing the key.

  • Page 29: 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 Options soft key. 2. Press the key to highlight the Phonebook option. 3. Press the OK soft key. The Phonebook entries are listed.
  • Page 30 Options During a Call 3. To join the first participant to the multi-party call, press the Options soft key and select the Join option. Press the OK soft key. 4. To add a new person to the multi-party call, call the person in the normal way and press the Options soft key.

  • Page 31: 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 with the navigation keys or by using the shortcuts.
  • Page 32 Using the Menus 1. Text Messages (see page 61) 1.1 Inbox 1.2 Outbox 1.3 Write New 1.4 Templates 1.5 Settings 1.5.1 Setting 1 1.5.2 Setting 2 1.5.3 Setting 3 1.5.4 Common Setting 1.6 My Objects 1.6.1 My EMS Melody 1.6.2 My EMS Picture 1.6.3 My EMS Animation 1.6.4 Delete All 1.7 Memory Status...
  • Page 33 Using the Menus 5. Phone Settings (see page 89) 5.1 Infrared Activate 5.2 My Settings 5.2.1 Wallpaper 5.2.2 Menu Style 5.3 Greeting Message 5.4 Own Number 5.5 Language 5.6 Security 5.6.1 PIN Check 5.6.2 Change PIN 5.6.3 Phone Lock 5.6.4 Change Password 5.6.5 SIM Lock 5.6.6 FDN Mode 5.6.7 Change PIN2*...

  • Page 34: Text Messages

    Using the Menus 8. Funbox (see page 118) 8.1 Games 8.2 WAP Browser 8.2.1 Home 8.2.2 Favorite 8.2.3 http:// 8.2.4 Settings 8.2.5 Clear Cache 8.2.6 Push Message 8.3 Downloads 8.3.1 Games & More 8.3.2 Sounds 8.3.3 Pictures 8.3.4 DNS Setting Text Messages Short message service (SMS) allows you to send and receive short text message to and from other...

  • Page 35: Outbox (Menu 1.2)

    Text Messages While reading a message, you can use the following options by pressing the Options soft key: Delete: allows you to delete the message. Send: allows you to resend the message. For further details about how to send a message, see page 64.

  • Page 36: Write New (Menu 1.3)

    Text Messages Write New (Menu 1.3) In this menu option, you can write and send a text message. Note: When you add media items to the message, the number of characters you can enter decreases. Creating a Simple Text Message 1.

  • Page 37: Templates (Menu 1.4)

    Text Messages • Add Phonebook: allows you to add a Phonebook entry in your message. Select one from the list. • Add Bookmark: allows you to add a web page’s address stored in your Favorites list (Menu 8.2.2). Select one from the list. •...

  • Page 38: My Objects (Menu 1.6)

    Text Messages Delivery Reports: allows you to activate or deactivate the report function. When this function is activated, the network informs you whether your message has been delivered or not. Bearer Selection: allows you to choose either GSM or GPRS, depending on your network. My Objects (Menu 1.6) In this menu option, you can see the objects you...

  • Page 39: Voice Mail (Menu 1.8)

    Text Messages Voice Mail (Menu 1.8) This menu option provides you with a way of accessing your voice mailbox, if your network supports this service. The following options are available: Connect to Voice Server: before using this feature, you must enter the voice server number obtained from your service provider (see menu option 1.8.2).

  • Page 40: Picture Messages

    Text 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 to display cell broadcast messages. Please contact your service provider for more information.

  • Page 41: Outbox (Menu 2.2)

    Picture Messages 2. To scroll through the message, press the key. While viewing a message, press the Options soft key to use the following options: Retrieve: shows you the message contents. Delete: deletes the message. More Information: shows you detailed information about the message.

  • Page 42: Outbox (Menu 2.2)

    Picture Messages Send: allows you to resend the message. Edit Message: allows you to change the message contents, picture or text. Write New (Menu 2.3) This menu option allows you to create a new picture message and then send it to multiple destinations. Creating and Sending a Picture Message 1.

  • Page 43: Delete All (Menu 2.4)

    Picture Messages 11.Repeat steps 7 to 10, as needed. You can enter up to 10 destinations. If you want to edit the destinations, select one and press the Select soft key. You can change or delete it. 12.After entering the destinations, press the Select soft key when Send Message highlights.

  • Page 44: Call Records

    Picture Messages Password: enter the password required to connect to the MMS server. APN: enter the access point name used for the address of the MMS server. For further details, contact your service provider. Call Records In this menu, you can view the: •...

  • Page 45: Dialled Calls (Menu 3.3)

    Call Records Dialled Calls (Menu 3.3) This menu option lets you view the last 20 numbers you dialled. The number and name, if available, display together with the date and time when the call was made. By pressing the Options soft key, you can: •...

  • Page 46: 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 folder or switch your phone on/off. •...

  • Page 47: Message Tone (Menu 4.5)

    Sound Settings Message Tone (Menu 4.5) This menu option allows you to select how the phone informs you that a new message has been received. SMS Tone (Menu 4.5.1) This menu option allows you to select how the phone informs you that a new SMS message has been received.

  • Page 48: 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 the best performance, use the data link cable supplied in your SGH-S300 series kit or purchased from your local Samsung dealer.

  • Page 49: My Settings (Menu 5.2)

    Phone Settings My Settings (Menu 5.2) You can change the background image of Idle Mode and the display style of Menu Mode according to your preference. Wallpaper (Menu 5.2.1) This menu option allows you to change the background image to be displayed on the idle screen.

  • Page 50: Language (Menu 5.5)

    Phone Settings Language (Menu 5.5) You can select a display language. When the language option is set to Automatic, the language is automatically selected according to the language of the SIM card used. Security (Menu 5.6) The Security feature enables you to restrict the use of your phone to the people and the types of calls of your choice.

  • Page 51: Display Settings (Menu 5.7)

    Phone Settings SIM Lock (Menu 5.6.5) When the SIM Lock feature is enabled, your phone only works with the current SIM card. You must enter the SIM lock code. Once you have entered the lock code, you are asked to confirm it by entering it again. To unlock the SIM, you must enter the SIM lock code.

  • Page 52: Extra Settings (Menu 5.8)

    Phone Settings Auto Light (Menu 5.7.3) Using this feature, you can specify the time for which the backlight is to be used. This feature helps conserve your battery power. The following options are available: Disable: the backlight is used according to the setting in the Back Light menu option (Menu 5.7.2);...

  • Page 53: Short Cut (Menu 5.9)

    Phone Settings Short Cut (Menu 5.9) The navigation keys can be used as shortcut keys. In Idle Mode, they allow you to access specific menu options directly. To assign a shortcut to a key: 1. Select the key to be used as a shortcut key by pressing the key and press the Select soft key.
  • Page 54 Organiser Writing a Memo To write or edit a memo on a specific date: 1. Select a date on the calendar, using the navigation keys. Note: To skip to the previous or next month, press the volume keys on the left side of the phone.

  • Page 55: To Do List

    Organiser To Do List (Menu 6.2) 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 mark. Creating the To Do List 1.

  • Page 56: Time & Date

    Organiser To copy a task highlight the task. press the Options soft key. select the Copy option. change the text, priority and/or deadline for the task, as required. To copy a task to highlight the task. the calendar press the Options soft key. select the Copy to Calendar option.

  • Page 57: Alarm (Menu 6.4)

    Organiser Alarm (Menu 6.4) This feature allows you to: • set the alarm to ring at a specific time. • set the phone to switch on automatically and ring the alarm even if the phone is switched off (Autopower menu option set to Enable). The following options are available: Once Alarm: the alarm rings only once and is then deactivated.

  • Page 58: Currency Exchange

    Organiser Currency Exchange (Menu 6.6) Using this menu option, you can make currency conversions. 1. Enter the current exchange rate of your source currency and press the OK soft key. You can insert a decimal point by pressing key. 2. Enter the amount to convert and press the OK soft key.

  • Page 59: 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 (Menu 7.1) This network service enables incoming calls to be rerouted to the number that you specify. Example: You may wish to divert your business calls to a colleague while you are on holiday.
  • Page 60 Network Services To set your call diverting options: 1. Select the type of call diverting by pressing the key and then press the Select soft key. 2. Select the type of calls to be diverted by pressing the key and then press the Select soft key.

  • Page 61: Call Waiting

    Network Services 3. Press the Activate soft key to confirm your settings. 4. Enter your call barring password supplied by your service provider. The phone sends your settings to the network and the network’s acknowledgement displays. To deactivate specific call barring settings: 1.

  • Page 62: Network Selection

    Network Services Network Selection (Menu 7.4) 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 them.

  • Page 63: Band Selection

    Network Services Index List: lets you list, add or delete CUG index numbers. The list of current CUG indexes appears. Add a new CUG index as advised by your service provider or delete a selected group. Press the scroll through the existing CUG indexes add a new CUG...

  • Page 64: Funbox

    Funbox The Funbox menu contains several fun options. Games (Menu 8.1) You can enjoy two games with your phone. Scroll to a game, using the press the Select soft key. For each game, the following options are available. To select an option, press the corresponding number key: New Game: allows you to start a game.
  • Page 65 Funbox Navigating the WAP Browser Press the scroll through and select browser symbol points to the items required item, and then press the OK soft key to confirm the selection. select a numbered corresponding numeric key. item return to the Back soft key or the C key.
  • Page 66 Funbox Press the set the current Option soft key, select the page as your Save to Home option and startup homepage press the Select soft key. set a bookmark for Option soft key, select the the current page Save to Bookmark option and press the Select soft key.

  • Page 67: Downloads (Menu 8.3)

    Funbox Bearer: select the bearer to be used for each type of network address accessed; GPRS or Data. The remaining options depend on the Bearer setting. When the bearer is set to GPRS: User Name: enter the User ID required to connect to the GPRS network.
  • Page 68 Funbox 2. Scroll to the MIDlet you want and press the Launch soft key. 3. Start the MIDlet using the soft keys. Using the Menus From the Main Screen, press the Menu soft key to access the following options: Info: displays information about the selected MIDlet, such as the file size, application version, vendor, and location of the jad file, which is the MIDlet description file.

  • Page 69: Solving Problems

    Solving Problems Before contacting the after-sales service, perform the following simple checks. They 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 • Check that the SIM card is correctly installed. Phone Locked Enter Password •...

  • Page 70: Access Codes

    • 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. Access Codes There are several access codes that are used by your phone and its SIM card.

  • Page 71: Pin2

    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 72: Barring Password

    Access Codes Barring Password The 4-digit barring password is required when you use the Call Barring function. You obtain the password from your service provider when you subscribe to this function. You can change this password using the Call Barring menu option (Menu 7.2). See page 112 for further details.

  • Page 73: Precautions When Using Batteries

    Health and Safety Information • 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 74: 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 75: Operating Environment

    Health and Safety Information Operating Environment Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area and always switch off your phone whenever it is forbidden to use it, or when it may cause interference or danger. When connecting the phone or any accessory to another device, read its user’s guide for detailed safety instructions.

  • Page 76: Potentially Explosive Atmospheres

    Health and Safety Information Vehicles RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or its representative regarding your vehicle. You should also consult the manufacturer of any equipment that has been added to your vehicle. Posted Facilities Switch off your phone in any facility where posted notices require you to do so.

  • Page 77: Other Important Safety Information

    Health and 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 78: Glossary

    Health and Safety Information • Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna. Unauthorised antennas or modified accessories may damage the phone and violate regulations governing radio devices. • If the phone, battery, charger or any accessory is not working properly, take it to your nearest qualified service facility.
  • Page 79 Glossary Enhanced Message Service (EMS) An adaptation of the Short Message Service (SMS) that allows users to send and receive ring tones and operator logos, 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 80 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 81: Index

    Index ending • 23 holding • 47 Access codes • 131 international • 22 Accessories • 9 making • 22 Active folder, set • 97 missed • 26, 81 Alarm (6.4) • 106 multi-party • 51 Alert type (4.3) • 85 received (3.2) •...
  • Page 82 Index Network selection (7.4) • 114 Network services (7) • 109 Maintenance • 145 Numbers Media items • 68 copying phonebook • 34 Memory status correcting • 22 message (1.7) • 69 erasing • 34 phonebook • 40 fixed dial • 94 Memos own •...
  • Page 83 Index Vibration • 85 Voice mail (1.8) • 70 Voice server • 70 Volume, adjust earpeice • 24 keypad tone • 24 ring • 84 Waiting call • 51, 113 Wallpaper • 90 WAP Browser (8.2) • 119 World time (6.3.3) • 105...
  • Page 85 (place and date of issue) (name and signature of authorised person) * This is not the address of the Samsung Service Centre. For the address or the phone number of the Samsung Service Centre, see the warranty card or con-...

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