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- 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.:GH68-06748A http://www.samsungmobile.com English. 03/2005. Rev 1.0...
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Page 3: Safety Precautions
Important safety precautions Failure to comply with the following precautions may be dangerous or illegal. Use road safety at all times Do not use a hand-held phone while driving. Park the vehicle first. Switch off the phone when refuelling Do not use the phone at a refuelling point (service station) or near fuels or chemicals. - Page 4 Keep the phone and all its parts, including accessories, out of the reach of small children. Accessories and batteries Use only Samsung-approved accessories and batteries. Use of any unauthorised accessories could damage your phone and may be dangerous. • The phone could explode if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type.
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Page 5: About This Guide
900, 1800, and 1900 bands. Special features of your phone • Simple, compact design with Intenna Samsung’s powerful intenna technology allows the best call quality without an annoying external antenna. • WAP browser Access the wireless web and access various services and up- to-the-minute information. - Page 6 • Phonebook Store up to 2000 contact numbers. • Multimedia Message Service (MMS) Send and receive MMS messages with a combination of text, images, and sounds. • Melody composer Create your own melodies and set them as your call ringer. •...
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents Unpack Make sure you have each item Your phone Buttons, features, and locations Get started First steps to operate your phone Install and charge the phone ... 7 Power on or off ... 8 Keys and display ... 9 Access menu functions... - Page 8 Overview of menu functions To access Menu mode, press <Menu> from the idle screen. 1 SIM AT p.25 4 Sound settings 1 Ring tone 2 Ring volume 2 Call records p.25 3 Alert type 4 Keypad tone 1 Missed calls p.26 5 Message tone 2 Received calls...
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Page 9: Unpack
User’s manual You can obtain various accessories from your local Samsung dealer. The items supplied with your phone and the accessories at your Samsung dealer may vary, depending on your country or service provider. Your phone Buttons, features, and locations... -
Page 10: Get Started
Get started First steps to operate your phone SIM card information When you subscribe to a cellular network, you receive a plug-in SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, and available optional services. Install and charge the phone Remove the battery. -
Page 11: Power On Or Off
Get started Remove the adapter from the phone. ➀ ➁ ➀ Low battery indicator When the battery is low: • a warning tone sounds, • the battery low message displays, and • the empty battery icon [ ] blinks. If the battery level becomes too low, the phone automatically turns off. -
Page 12: Keys And Display
Keys and display Key(s) Description Perform the function indicated on the bottom line of the display. In Idle mode, access the following menus respectively. • Up/Down: your favourite menu option page 56 • Left: Text messages • Left long: SMS create •... - Page 13 Get started Display Layout The display has the three areas. Menu Phonebook Icons Received signal strength Call in progress Out of your service area; you cannot send or receive calls Call diverting feature is active page 27 GPRS network Roaming Icons (continued) Icons...
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Page 14: Access Menu Functions
Access menu functions Use the soft The roles of the soft keys vary depending on the function you are keys using. The bottom line of the display indicates their current role. Menu Press the left soft key to access Menu mode. Select an option Phonebook... -
Page 15: Customise Your Phone
Get started Customise your phone 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> Display and select Phone settings language Language. 2. Select a language. 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> Call ringer and select Sound settings melody Ring tone. 2. Select a ringer melody. You can set a wallpaper for the idle Idle mode screen using various pictures. -
Page 16: Make/Answer Calls
5. Select Phone lock. Phone lock 6. Select Enable. 7. Enter the password and press <OK>. Make/answer calls 1. Enter an area code and phone Make a call number. 2. Press [ 3. To end the call, press [ 1. When the phone is ringing, Answer a call press [ 2. -
Page 17: Use Phonebook
Step outside the phone Use Phonebook To the phone’s memory Add an entry 1. In Idle mode, enter a phone number and press <Save>. 2. Select a number type. 3. Select Phone. 4. Enter a name and press <OK>. 5. Press <OK> to save the entry. To the SIM card 1. -
Page 18: View Messages
1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> Send a and select Messages multimedia Multimedia messages message Create. (MMS) 2. Enter the message subject press <Next>. 3. Select Add here and add message contents. 4. When you finish, press <Options> and select Send. 5. -
Page 19: Compose Your Melody
Step outside the phone When a notification appears: View a 1. Press <View>. multimedia message 2. Press <Options> and select Retrieve. The message displays. From the Inbox: 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> and select Messages Multimedia messages Inbox. 2. Select a message. Compose your melody 1. -
Page 20: Enter Text
Enter text Pinyin, Stroke, English, Quick English (T9), Number, and Symbolic modes You can enter text for some features such as messaging, Phonebook, or Organiser, using Chinese Pinyin mode, Chinese Stroke modes, English mode, Quick English mode, Number mode, and Symbolic mode. -
Page 21: Using Chinese Stroke Modes
Enter text • Press [C] to remove strokes to the left. Holding [C] removes all of entered key strokes or characters. Using Chinese Stroke modes These modes allow you to enter individual Chinese strokes, in written order, from top to bottom and from left to right. -
Page 22: Using English Mode
Using English mode Press the appropriate key until the character you want appears on the screen. Characters in the order displayed Keys Upper case Tips for using English mode • To enter the same letter twice or to enter a different letter on the same key, wait for the cursor to move to the right automatically or press [Right]. -
Page 23: Using Number Mode
Enter text 3. When the word displays correctly, go to step 4. Otherwise, press [0] to display alternative word choices for the keys that you have pressed. For example, OF and ME use [6] and [3]. 4. Press to insert a space and enter the next word. -
Page 24: Call Functions
Call functions Advanced calling features Making a call 1. In Idle mode, enter the area code and phone number. 2. Press [ Press [C] to clear the last digit or press and hold [C] to clear the whole display. You can move the cursor to edit an incorrect digit. -
Page 25: Viewing Missed Calls
Call functions 2. Press [Up] or [Down] to scroll through other numbers. 3. Press <Dial> or [ ] to dial the number you want. Ending a call Close the phone or press [ Answering a call When you receive an incoming call, the phone rings and displays the incoming call image. -
Page 26: Options During A Call
Options during a call You can access a number of functions during a call. Adjusting the volume during a call Use [ / ] to adjust the earpiece volume during a call. Press [ ] to increase the volume level and [ ] to decrease the volume level. -
Page 27: Using Phonebook
Using Phonebook You can access the Phonebook menu to locate or store entries. p. 50 Press <Options> and select Phonebook. Answering a second call You can answer an incoming call, if your network supports it and you have activated the call waiting feature. -
Page 28: Menu Functions
Dropping one participant 1. Press <Options> and select Select one. 2. Select a name or number from the participant list. 3. Press [Down] and select Remove. The participant is dropped from the call, but the call continues with the other parties. 4. -
Page 29: Missed Calls
Missed calls (Menu 2.1) This menu displays the 20 most recently received calls that you did not answer. Received calls (Menu 2.2) This menu displays the 20 most recent calls you have received. Dialled calls (Menu 2.3) This menu displays the 20 most recent calls you have dialled. -
Page 30: Network Services
• Total cost: check the total cost of all of your calls since your last reset the cost counter. If the total cost exceeds the maximum cost set in Set max cost, you must reset the counter before you can make another call. -
Page 31: Call Barring
Menu functions Call barring (Menu 3.2) This network service allows you to restrict your calls. 1. Select a call barring option: • All outgoing: prohibit all outgoing calls. • International: prohibit international calls. • International except to home: only allows calls to numbers within the current country when you are abroad, and to your home country, defined as where your home network... -
Page 32: Caller Id
• Automatic: connect to the first available network when roaming. • Manual: select the network you want. Caller ID (Menu 3.5) This network service allows you to prevent your phone number from being displayed on the phone of the person being called. However, some networks do not allow the user to change this setting. -
Page 33: Sound Settings
Menu functions The country where you purchased your phone determines the default band that it uses. When you travel abroad, you must remember to change to an appropriate band. When you select a new band, your phone automatically searches for all available networks. Your phone registers with a preferred network within the band. -
Page 34: Message Tone
Message tone (Menu 4.5) Use this menu to select a ring tone or alert type for incoming messages. • SMS tone: specify how you are informed of a new SMS message. • SMS-CB tone: specify how you are informed of a new cell broadcast (CB) message. -
Page 35: Messages
Menu functions Messages (Menu 5) Use the Messages menu to send and receive short messages, and multimedia messages. You can also use WAP push message, Voice mail, and Cell broadcast message features. To access this menu, press <Menu> in Idle mode and select Messages. - Page 36 While viewing a message, press <Options> to access the following options: • Delete: delete the message. • Send: forward the message. • Text reply: reply to the sender. • Call back: call the sender. • Save address: extract URLs, e-mail addresses, or phone numbers from the message.
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Page 37: Multimedia Messages
Menu functions While viewing the emoticon list, press <Options> to access the following options: • Add: add a new emoticon. • Edit: edit the selected emoticon. • Send: send a message using the emoticon. • Delete: delete the emoticon. Settings (Menu 5.1.6) Use this menu to customise the SMS settings. - Page 38 2. Press <Options> and add message contents using one of the following options: • Add text: add message text. • Add picture: add pictures to the message. • Add sound: add sounds to the message. • Send: send the message. •...
- Page 39 Menu functions • notification that you have read • notification that you have not read • try to connect with the server • you are retrieving from the server • the server is failed to send • you have read •...
- Page 40 • Edit: edit the message. • Properties: view the message properties. Draft (Menu 5.2.4) After creating a multimedia message, you can store it in this message box for sending later. You can view a message and use the options the same as in the Outbox.
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Page 41: Push Messages
Menu functions Check with your service provider before you change any MMS settings on your phone. • Profile name: assign a name to the MMS profile. • Connection URL: enter the address of your MMS server. • Security: select a data transmission mode. •... -
Page 42: Broadcast Messages
• Connect to voice server: connect to the voice server to allow you to listen to your messages. You can also connect to the voice mail server by pressing and holding [1] in Idle mode. • Voice server number: change the voice mail server name or number. -
Page 43: Wap Browser
Menu functions WAP browser (Menu 6.1) The Wireless Application Protocol (WAP) browser on your phone allows you to access the wireless web. Using the WAP browser, you can access updated information and a wide variety of media content, such as wallpapers and ring tones. Home (Menu 6.1.1) Use this menu to connect your phone to the network... - Page 44 Adding a bookmark 1. Select an empty location. 2. Enter a URL address and press <Enter>. 3. Enter a name for the bookmark and press <Enter>. Accessing a bookmarked page Scroll to a bookmark item and press [ ]. Using bookmark options After saving an item, press <Options>...
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Page 45: Fun Club
Fun club (Menu 6.2) Use this menu to access Samsung Fun Club, the preset web site providing Samsung mobile phone users with attractive download services of updated ringtones and wallpapers. You can download: SFC home (Menu 6.2.1) -
Page 46: Sounds
• HOW TO PLAY: view how to play the game and the key functions for the game. • OPTION: switch on or off the game sound. 3. Press [ ] to confirm your selection. Viewing MIDlet information Scroll to the MIDlet you want and press <Info>. Sounds (Menu 6.4) This menu displays sounds downloaded from the... -
Page 47: Melody Composer
Menu functions Melody composer (Menu 6.7) Use this menu to compose your own melodies using a variety of musical components. You can set one of your melodies as your call ringer. Compose melody (Menu 6.7.1) When you access the Compose melody menu, a stave screen displays with a selection point at the first note position (Do). -
Page 48: Memory Status
5. Press <Options> and select Save to save the changes to the melody, or Save as to save the melody as a different name. Using composer options While composing a melody, press <Options> to access the following options: • New: open a new composer screen. •... -
Page 49: Alarm
Menu functions Alarm (Menu 7.1) Use this menu to set alarms to ring at a specific time. Setting an alarm 1. Select the type of alarm. 2. Enter the time for the alarm to sound. 3. Select AM or PM in 12-hour time format. Your phone is preset to a 24-hour format. -
Page 50: Time & Date
The colour of the date on the calendar changes to green to indicate that a memo exists for that date. Viewing a memo On the calendar screen, press <Options> to access the following options: • Search all: view all of the memos you created. •... -
Page 51: Calculator
Menu functions Calculator (Menu 7.4) Use this menu to perform basic arithmetic functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. 1. Enter the first number. Press the left soft key to insert a decimal point and a bracket. Press [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor. 2. -
Page 52: Voice Memo
• Delete: delete the task. • Delete all: delete all tasks. • Exit: exit the To do list menu. Voice memo (Menu 7.6) Use this menu to record voice memos. A voice memo can be up to 30 seconds. Record voice (Menu 7.6.1) 1. -
Page 53: Currency Exchange
Menu functions Currency exchange (Menu 7.7) Use this menu to do currency conversions. 1. Enter the rate of foreign currency and press <OK>. 2. Enter the amount of the source currency you want to convert and press <OK>. The amount you entered and its equivalent value in the foreign currency display. -
Page 54: Add Entry
Add entry (Menu 8.2) Use this menu to add a new entry to Phonebook. Storing a number or an e-mail address in the phone’s memory 1. Select a number type. 2. Select Phone. 3. Enter a name and press <OK> twice. 4. -
Page 55: Speed Dial List
Menu functions • Group name: assign a name to the group. Speed dial list (Menu 8.5) Use this menu to assign speed dial numbers (2 to 9) to eight of your most frequently called numbers. Assigning speed dial entries 1. Select a key location from 2 to 9. Key 1 is reserved for your voice mail server. -
Page 56: Phone Settings
Phone settings (Menu 9) Use this menu to customise your phone settings. You can also reset the settings to their default values. To access this menu, press <Menu> in Idle mode and select Phone settings. Display settings (Menu 9.1) Use this menu to change settings for the display and light. -
Page 57: Greeting Message
Menu functions Greeting message (Menu 9.2) Use this menu to enter the greeting that is displayed briefly when the phone is switched on. Own number (Menu 9.3) Use this feature to check your phone numbers, or to assign a name to each of the numbers. Changes made here do not affect the actual subscriber numbers on your SIM card. -
Page 58: Extra Settings
The password is preset to 00000000. To change the password, use the Change password menu. Change Password (Menu 9.5.4) Use this menu to change your phone password. The password is preset to 00000000. Privacy (Menu 9.5.5) Use this menu to lock your media contents, including MMS messages, voice memos, images, and sounds. -
Page 59: Solve Problems
Solve problems When this option is set to Off, you must press [ or <Accept> to answer a call. Short cut (Menu 9.7) You can use the Navigation keys as shortcut keys to access specific menus directly from Idle mode. Use this menu to change the shortcut assignments for the Up or Down key. - Page 60 “Enter PUK” • The PIN code has been entered incorrectly three times in succession, and the phone is now blocked. Enter the PUK supplied by your service provider. “No Service,” “Network Failure,” or “Not Done” displays • The network connection has been lost. You may be in a weak signal area.
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Page 61: Health And Safety Information
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. Health and safety information SAR certification information This phone meets European Union (EU) requirements concerning exposure to radio waves. -
Page 62: Precautions When Using Batteries
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. Disconnect the charger from the power source when it is not in use. Do not leave the battery connected to a charger for more than a week, since overcharging may shorten its life. -
Page 63: Road Safety
Health and safety information • Extreme temperatures will affect the charging capacity of your battery: it may require cooling or warming first. • Do not leave the battery in hot or cold places because the capacity and lifetime of the battery will be reduced. -
Page 64: 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 pacemaker. -
Page 65: Potentially Explosive Environments
Health and safety information Potentially explosive environments Switch off your phone 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. Users are advised to switch off the phone while at a refuelling point (service station). -
Page 66: 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 67 Health and safety information devices, damage batteries, and warp or melt certain plastics. • Do not store the phone in cold areas. When the phone warms up to its normal operating temperature, moisture can form inside the phone, which may damage the phone’s electronic circuit boards.