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 Code No.:GH68-05326A World Wide Web English. 02/2005. Rev 1.2 http://www.samsungmobile.com...
Page 2 SGH-E810 User Guide...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Important Safety Precautions ...... 7 Unpacking ............ 9 Your Phone ..........10 Phone Layout ............. 10 Display.............. 13 Service Light............16 Camera ............. 16 Flashlight ............16 Getting Started .......... 17 Installing the SIM Card........17 Charging the Battery........... 19 Switching the Phone On or Off......
Page 5 Contents Options During a Call ......... 40 Putting a Call on Hold.......... 40 Using the Menu Functions ........41 Switching Off the Microphone (Mute)..... 42 Muting or Sending Key Tones ....... 43 Sending a Sequence of DTMF Tones ...... 43 Searching for a Number in Contacts ......
Page 6 Contents Messages ........... 76 Create message ..........76 Inbox..............85 My messages ............. 90 Call voicemail............. 97 live! Studio ............98 Vodafone mail ............ 98 Vodafone messenger........... 99 Push messages ..........99 Message settings ..........100 Memory status ..........104 Delete all............
Page 7 Contents Settings ........... 135 Phone settings ..........135 Display settings..........139 Sound settings ..........141 Call settings............. 146 Time & date............. 153 Network selection ..........154 Security ............154 Solving Problems ........159 Access Codes ........... 162 Phone Password ..........162 PIN..............
Page 8: 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 9: 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 10: Unpacking
Note: The items supplied with your phone may be different, depending on your country or service provider. You can obtain the following accessories for your phone from your local Samsung dealer: • Standard/slim battery • Necklace headset • Simple handsfree car kit •...
Page 11: Your Phone
Your Phone Phone Layout The following illustration shows the main elements of your phone: Camera Earpiece Display Slider Navigation (Up/ Down/Left/Right) keys Ear-microphone Menu access/ jack confirm key (Centre) Soft key (right) Soft key (left) Power on/off/ Volume/menu menu exit key browse keys Camera key Dial key...
Page 12: Key Description
Your Phone Key(s) Description In Menu mode, scrolls through the menu options. When entering text, moves the cursor up and down depending on the direction of the key you pressed. In Idle mode, allows you to access your favourite menu options directly. For further details about shortcuts, see page 137.
Page 13 Your Phone Key(s) Description (continued) Makes or answers a call. In Idle mode, recalls the last number dialled, missed or received when held down. Ends a call. Also switches on and off the phone when held down. In Menu mode, cancels your input and returns the phone to Idle mode.
Page 14: Display
Your Phone Display Display Layout The display has three areas: Icons Text and graphics area Soft key function indicators Area Description First line Displays various icons. See page 14. Middle lines Displays messages, instructions, and any information that you enter, such as the number you are dialling.
Page 15: Icon Description
Your Phone Icons Icon Description Shows the received signal strength. The greater the number of bars, the stronger the signal. Appears when the IrDA port is active. For details, see page 135. Appears when you set an alarm to ring at a specified time.
Page 16 Your Phone Icon Description (continued) Appears when you are in Home zone, if your service provider supports it. Appears when you are in Office zone, if your service provider supports it. Appears when you set incoming calls to be diverted to another destination. When your SIM card supports ALS (Alternate Line Service), it may appears with the number of the current line, such as...
Page 17: Service Light
Your Phone Service Light The service light, which is a circular light around the Navigation keys, flashes when services are available on the phone. To activate or deactivate the service light, use the Service light menu (Menu 9.2.4). See page 140 for further details.
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 Getting Started 3. Slide the SIM card into the SIM card socket 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 upward, 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 charger comes with your phone for charging the battery. Use only approved batteries and chargers. Ask your local Samsung dealer for further details. The travel charger allows you to use the phone while the battery is charging, but this causes the phone to charge more slowly.
Page 21: Switching The Phone On Or Off
Getting Started 2. Plug the charger into a standard AC wall outlet. 3. When charging is finished, unplug the charger 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 charger before removing the battery from the phone during charging;...
Page 22: Using The Keypad Lock Feature
Getting Started 3. If the phone asks for a PIN, enter the PIN and press the Centre key or the Ok soft key. For further details, see page 163. The phone searches for your network and, after finding it, the idle screen appears on the display. Now, you can make or receive calls.
Page 23: Call Functions
Call Functions Making a Call When the idle screen displays, enter the area code and phone number, then press the key. Note: When you activate the Auto redial option in the Extra settings menu (Menu 9.1.5), 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 push the slider down. 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: Making A Call From The Contacts List
Call Functions Making a Call from the Contacts List You can store the phone numbers that you use regularly on the SIM card or the phone’s memory. These entries are collectively called Contacts. Once you have stored a number in Contacts, you can dial a number by pressing a few keys.
Page 26 Call Functions 4. Select a memory location, either SIM or Phone, by pressing the Up or Down key and press the Centre key or the 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 memory will need to be reentered.
Page 27 Call Functions Dialling a Number from Contacts Once you have stored phone numbers in Contacts, you can dial them easily and quickly by using the location numbers that were assigned to them in Contacts. Note: If you don’t remember a location number, you must go into the Contacts list menu to search for the entry by name.
Page 28: Adjusting The Volume
Call Functions Adjusting the Volume During a call, if you want to adjust the earpiece volume, use the Volume keys on the left side of the phone. Press the key to increase the volume level and key to decrease the level. In Idle mode, you can also adjust the keypad tone volume using these keys.
Page 29: 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 Contacts, displays. 1. If necessary, push the slider up. Press the key or the Accept soft key to answer the incoming call.
Page 30: Viewing Missed Calls
Call Functions 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 have missed displays on the idle screen immediately after a call is missed.
Page 31: Deleting A Missed Call
Call Functions 3. To Press the call the number key. store the number Centre key or the Save soft key and enter a name and location. For further details, see page 24. Deleting a Missed Call 1. Press the Options soft key. 2.
Page 32: Quickly Switching To Silent Mode
Call Functions 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 key until the “Silent mode” message and the Vibration icon ( display.
Page 33: 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, . Each menu and sub-menu allows you to view and alter the settings of a particular function.
Page 34: Selecting Options
Selecting Functions and 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 Press the select the: Centre key or the • function displayed Select soft key.
Page 35: Entering Text
Entering Text When using your phone, you will often need to enter text, such as when storing a name in Contacts, writing a message, creating your personal greeting, or scheduling events on your calendar. You can enter alphanumeric characters by using your phone’s keypad.
Page 36: 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 will notice the text input mode indicator on the display. Example: Writing an SMS message Text input mode indicator 918/1 Create message Options Back...
Page 37: 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 38: Using T9 Mode
Entering Text • To insert a space, press the key. • You can move the cursor by using the Navigation keys. To delete letters, press the C key or the Clear soft key. Press and hold the C key or the Clear soft key to clear the display.
Page 39 Entering Text 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 there are no more alternative words, the display shows Add on the bottom line.
Page 40: Using Number Mode
Entering Text Using Number Mode Number mode enables you to enter numbers. Press the keys corresponding to the digits you want to enter. Using Symbol Mode Symbol mode enables you to insert symbols. Press the select a symbol corresponding numeric key.
Page 41: 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 42: Using The Menu Functions
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 that person. When you want to finish, end each call normally by pressing the key.
Page 43: Switching Off The Microphone (Mute)
Options During a Call Switching Off the Microphone (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 person in the room, but do not want the person on the phone to hear you.
Page 44: Muting Or Sending Key Tones
Options During a Call Muting or Sending Key Tones The Mute keys and Send keys 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 45: Searching For A Number In Contacts
Options During a Call Searching for a Number in Contacts You can search for a number in Contacts during a call. 1. Press the Options soft key. 2. Press the Down key to highlight the Contacts option. 3. Press the Centre key or the Ok soft key. The Contacts entries are listed.
Page 46: Call Waiting
Options During a Call 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 9.4.3) to Activate; see page 149. You are notified of an incoming call by a call waiting tone.
Page 47 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 Centre key or the Ok soft key. 4. To add a new person to the multi-party call, call the new person in the normal way and press the Options soft key.
Page 48: Dropping One Participant
Options During a Call Dropping One Participant 1. Press the Options soft key and choose the Select one option. Press the Centre key or the Ok 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 key.
Page 49: 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 50: Using Shortcuts
Using the Menus 5. To Press the return to the previous Back soft key or C key. menu level exit the menu without key. changing the settings Using Shortcuts Menu items, such as menus, sub-menus and options, can be accessed quickly by using their shortcut numbers.
Page 51: List Of Menu Functions
Using the Menus List of Menu Functions The following list shows the menu structure available and indicates the number assigned to each option and the page where you can find a description of each feature. 1. Games & more (see page 56) 1.1 Saved applications 1.2 More games 1.3 DNS settings...
Page 52 Using the Menus 4. Messages (see page 76) 4.1 Create message 4.1.1 MMS 4.1.2 SMS 4.1.3 Postcard 4.2 Inbox 4.2.1 MMS 4.2.2 SMS 4.3 My messages 4.3.1 Drafts 4.3.1.1 MMS Drafts 4.3.1.2 SMS Drafts 4.3.1.3 Postcard 4.3.2 Outbox 4.3.2.1 MMS 4.3.2.2 Postcard 4.3.3 Templates 4.3.3.1 MMS templates...
Page 53 Using the Menus 4. Messages (continued) 4.11 Delete all 4.11.1 MMS 4.11.2 SMS 4.11.3 Postcard 5. Camera (see page 106) 5.1 Take photo 5.2 Record video 5.3 My photos 5.4 My videos 6. My items (see page 114) 6.1 Pictures 6.1.1 My photos 6.1.2 Saved pictures 6.1.3 Download more...
Page 54 Using the Menus 8. Contacts (see page 122) 8.1 Contacts list 8.2 Create contact 8.3 Group search 8.4 Group edit 8.5 Call log 8.5.1 Missed calls 8.5.2 Received calls 8.5.3 Dialled calls 8.5.4 Delete all 8.5.5 Call time 8.5.6 Call costs 8.5.7 Data counter 8.6 Speed dial list 8.7 My numbers...
Page 55 Using the Menus 9. Settings (continued) 9.3 Sound settings 9.3.1 Ringtone 9.3.2 Ring volume 9.3.3 Alert type 9.3.4 Keypad tone 9.3.5 Message tone 9.3.5.1 SMS tone 9.3.5.2 SMS-CB tone 9.3.5.3 MMS tone 9.3.5.4 Repetiton 9.3.6 Slider tone 9.3.7 Power on/off 9.3.8 Alert on call 9.3.9 Extra tones 9.4 Call settings...
Page 56 Using the Menus 9. Settings (continued) 9.5 Time & date 9.5.1 Set time 9.5.2 Set date 9.5.3 World time 9.5.4 Time format 9.5.5 Display options 9.6 Network selection 9.6.1 Automatic 9.6.2 Manual 9.7 Security 9.7.1 PIN check 9.7.2 Change PIN 9.7.3 Phone lock 9.7.4 Change password 9.7.5 Privacy...
Page 57: Games & More
Games & more In this menu, you can • enjoy downloaded MIDlets (Java applications that run on mobile phones). • download applications from the web site provided by your service provider. • change the DNS (Domain name server) setting required for accessing Java services, if necessary. Saved applications When you access this menu, the list of the default games appears.
Page 58 Games & more • HOW TO PLAY: shows how to play the game and the key functions for the game. • OPTION: allows you to switch on or off the game sound. 3. Press the Centre key or the 5 key or the Centre key to confirm your selection.
Page 59: More Games
Games & more 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.
Page 60: Dns Settings
Games & more DNS settings The DNS (Domain Name Server) is the server that assigns the Java server domain name to an IP address. The DNS setting is preset at the factory, but sometimes you may need to change it at your service provider’s instructions.
Page 61: Vodafone Live
Vodafone live! Your phone is equipped with a WAP (Wireless Application Protocol) browser to allow you to access and navigate the Wireless Web using your phone. Vodafone live! Selecting this menu connects the phone to the network and loads the homepage of the Wireless Web service provider.
Page 62: Entering Text In The Wap Browser
Vodafone live! Press the return to the key for more than 2 startup homepage seconds and select Home. For further details about this option, see page 62. use the Browser key for more than 2 menu seconds. Entering Text in the WAP Browser When you are prompted to enter text, the current text input mode is indicated on the screen.
Page 63 Vodafone live! Selecting and Using Browser Menu Options Various menu options are available when you are using the WAP browser to navigate the Wireless Web. To access a menu option: 1. Press and hold the key. A menu list displays. 2.
Page 64: Enter Url
Vodafone live! 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. Press the set the current Options soft key and select page as your the Save to home option.
Page 65: Bookmarks
Vodafone live! Bookmarks This menu allows you to store up to 13 URL addresses. The first bookmark item is a default link preset by your service provider. You can change or delete the item. You can access this menu directly by pressing and holding the key while using the WAP browser.
Page 66: Games
Vodafone live! Games Selecting this menu loads the web site preset by your service provider so that you can obtain information about latest games and download various games. Ringtones Selecting this menu loads the web site preset by your service provider so that you can download various ring tones and melodies.
Page 67: Browser Settings
Vodafone live! Browser settings This menu allows you to set up four proxy servers for the WAP browser. Contact your service provider for details about your WAP profile options. Notes: • The last profile accessed is automatically selected for connecting to the Wireless Web. •...
Page 68: Clear Cache
Vodafone live! When the bearer is set to GPRS or GPRS preferred: IP address: enter the WAP gateway address required to connect to the Internet. User name: enter the User ID required to connect to the GPRS network. Password: enter the password required to connect to the GPRS network.
Page 69: Applications
Applications In this menu, you can use the various applications which provides you with convenient features. Vodafone (SIM AT menu) 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 service plans.
Page 70 Applications 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 153. If you want to use the alarm options, press the Options soft key. The following options are available: •...
Page 71: Calculator
Applications 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: • You can move the cursor by pressing the key.
Page 72: To Do List
Applications To do list 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 73 Applications 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: View: shows the details of a specific task. Add new: allows you to create a new task.
Page 74: Voice Recorder
Applications Voice recorder You can record voice memos. After recording, you can send a memo to other people via MMS message. Record This menu allows you to record a new memo. When you select this menu, the display shows a 30- second timer.
Page 75 Applications 7. Press the Options soft key to use the following memo options: • Send MMS: allows you to send the memo to other people by using the MMS feature. See page 76 for further details about sending a message. •...
Page 76: Currency Converter
Applications Delete all In this menu, you can delete all of your voice memos. When a confirmation message appears, press the Centre key or the Yes soft key. When the phone asks for confirmation again, press the Centre key or the Yes soft key one more time.
Page 77: Messages
Messages Using the Messages menu, you can use various message features, such as: • SMS (Short Message Service) messages • MMS (Multimedia Message Service) messages • Postcards • WAP push messages • voice mail • cell broadcast messages You can also access online album, mail, and messenger services preset by your service provider.
Page 78 Messages Using the MMS feature, your phone can receive and send MMS messages that contain multimedia files, such as photos, sounds, and images you downloaded from the Internet and voice memos you recorded. This function is available only if it is supported by your service provider.
Page 79 Messages • Add picture: allows you to add a picture stored in the Pictures folder. You can add some downloaded images if they are in the correct format and your service provider supports them. • Add sound: allows you to add a sound file. You can record a new voice memo or select one of voice memos or sounds stored in the phone’s memory.
Page 80 Messages • Edit text/photo/picture/sound: allows you to change the text or replace the image or sound with another one. • Add page: allows you to add up to 5 pages. After you add a page, the display shows you the current page number and memory space used for the page.
Page 81 Messages • Contacts list: allows you to retrieve a number or e-mail address from your Contacts list. • Phone number: allows you to enter the phone number you want. • E-mail address: allows you to enter the e- mail address of the recipient. 9.
Page 82 Messages Short Message Service (SMS) allows you to send and receive short SMS messages to and from other GSM mobile phones. In addition, your phone supports the Enhanced Messaging Service (EMS), which enables you to include simple pictures, melodies, and animated images in your messages. To use this feature, you must subscribe to your service provider’s message service.
Page 83 Messages 3. Select Send only or Save and send, and press the Centre key or the Select soft key. If you want to just save the message, select Save only. After saving the message, the phone returns to the Create message menu screen. 4.
Page 84 Messages • Text formatting: allows you to format the style of the text. For the Size attribute, Normal, Large, and Small sizes are available. For the Bold, Italic, Underline, and Strikethrough attributes, select On or Off. These attributes can be combined. •...
Page 85 Messages 1. Select the photo you want to send using the Navigation keys and press the Centre key. Note: Use a photo in maximum resolution. You can also select one of the following options by pressing the Options soft key: •...
Page 86: Inbox
Messages 4. When you have finished, press the Options soft key. The following options are available: • Send: sends the postcard. • Save: saves the postcard in the Postcard folder in the Drafts box. Note: You can also select a name from among your Contacts by selecting the Contacts list option.
Page 87 Messages 2. To scroll through the message information, press the Up or Down key. You can use the following options by pressing the Options soft key: • View: shows the information about message. • Retrieve: retrieves the message from the MMS server.
Page 88 Messages Viewing a Message from the Inbox When you access the Inbox menu, the list of MMS messages you have received displays along with the message subjects. The icons on the left tell you the status of the messages: • : MMS notifications that have been opened.
Page 89 Messages While viewing a message, you can choose the Message options by pressing the Centre key or the 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 its receipt.
Page 90 Messages This message box is used to store messages that you have received. When you enter this menu, the list of messages in the box displays with the senders’ phone numbers or names, if available in your Contacts. You can use the following options by pressing the Options soft key: View: shows the message contents.
Page 91: My Messages
Messages Call sender: allows you to call the sender back. Extract...: allows you to extract the sender’s number and URL, e-mail addresses, or phone numbers from the message text. Move to phone: allows you to move the message from the SIM card to the phone’s memory. This option is only available when you select a message stored in the SIM card.
Page 92: Mms Drafts
Messages MMS Drafts When you select this menu, the list of the MMS messages appears. Scroll to the message you want to view and press the Centre key. While viewing the message, you can use the following options by pressing the Options soft key: Send: allows you to send the message.
Page 93 Messages Extract...: extracts the destination numbers or addresses of the message and the URL, e-mail addresses, and phone number from the message text. Move to phone: allows you to move the message from the SIM card to the phone memory. This option is only available when you select a message stored in the SIM card.
Page 94 Messages Outbox In this menu, you can access the MMS messages and postcards you sent. When you access this menu, the list of the MMS messages that you have sent or saved displays. The icons on the left tell you the status of the messages. •...
Page 95: Mms Templates
Messages Postcard When you access this menu, the list of the postcards you sent displays. Select a message on the list and press the Centre key. You can use the following options by pressing the Options soft key: Delete: allows you to delete the postcard. Send: allows you to send the postcard.
Page 96: Sms Templates
Messages View: shows the message contents. Edit: allows you to change the message template and then send it. Delete: allows you to delete the message template. You are asked to confirm the deletion by pressing the Centre key or the Yes soft key. SMS templates Using this menu, you can preset a maximum of five messages that you use most frequently.
Page 97: Cell Broadcast
Messages Cell broadcast This network service allows you to receive SMS 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 98: Call Voicemail
Messages The following options are available: Select: use to enable or disable channels on the list by marking or unmarking them, respectively. A check mark displays in front of each selected channel. Add channel: use to enter the ID and title for a new channel.
Page 99: Live! Studio
Messages Voice server number: allows you to change the voice mail server number, if necessary. Note: Voice mail is a network feature. Please contact your service provider for further details. live! Studio From this menu, you can access the live! Studio. Your online media album allows you to store your photos and compose MMS messages.
Page 100: Vodafone Messenger
Messages Vodafone messenger With Vodafone Messenger, you can stay in touch and have fun with friends through instant text conversations. You will know when your friends are available to chat and that they immediately receive your instant messages. When you first start using Vodafone Messenger, all you need to know is your friend’s mobile number to build your Vodafone Messenger contacsts list.
Page 101: Message Settings
Messages Message settings In this menu, you can change the various setting for the Message feature. MMS settings You can change the default settings for sending or receiving multimedia messages. The following options are available: Delivery report: when this option is enabled, the network informs you whether or not your message has been delivered.
Page 102: Mms Profiles
Messages Expiry period: you can select the length of time your messages are stored at the message centre after they are sent. Delivery time: you can set a delay time before the phone sends your messages. Priority: you can select the priority level of your messages.
Page 103: Sms Settings
Messages Connection URL: enter the address of your MMS server. Security: select a data transmission mode. Choose Secure to protect your data against unauthorised access; otherwise, choose Non-secure. IP address: enter the gateway address required to connect to the MMS server. User name: enter the user ID required to connect to the MMS server.
Page 104 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 105: Memory Status
Messages Character support: allows you to choose 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. Memory status You can check the amount of memory being used and the amount remaining for messages.
Page 106: Delete All
Messages Delete all This menu allows you to delete all of the messages in each message box separately. You can also delete all of your messages at one time. 1. Select a message type and press the Centre key or the Select soft key. Press the select a message Up or Down key.
Page 107: Camera
Camera Using the camera module embedded in your phone, you can take photos of people or events while on the move. Additionally, you can send photos to other people in a multimedia message or set one as wallpaper or as a caller ID image for a Contacts entry.
Page 108 Camera The image to be captured appears on the display. 2. Adjust the image by aiming the camera at the subject. 3. To Press the flip the image key. vertically flip the image key. horizontally zoom in or out Up or Down key. adjust the brightness Left or Right key.
Page 109 Camera 6. To Press the use the photo options Centre key or the Options soft key. For details, see page 111. return to Capture Back soft key. mode return to Idle mode key. Using the Camera Options In Capture mode, you can use various options for the camera by pressing the left soft key.
Page 110: Key Function
Camera Self timer: allows you to set a time delay before the camera takes the photo. Select the length of delay you want. When you press the Centre key or the Camera key, the camera takes the photo after the specified time. Settings: allows you to change the image settings.
Page 111: Record Video
Camera Function removes the white line or spots on the display. uses a frame. sets the timer. switches to the My photos menu. Record video You can record a video using your phone as a camcorder. You can record up to five videos, regardless their length.
Page 112: My Photos
Camera 4. When you have finished, press the left soft key, the Centre key, or the Camera key. The phone automatically stops when the recording time expires. 5. Press the Centre key or the Save soft key. The video is saved and the display returns to Record mode.
Page 113: My Videos
Camera Set as wallpaper: allows you to set the photo as your wallpaper on the idle screen. Set as caller ID: allows you to set the photo as a caller ID image for a Contacts entry. Protection: allows you to protect the photo from being deleted.
Page 114 Camera Press the Options soft key on the video list to use the following options: Play: plays the video. Rename: allows you to change the name of the video. Delete: allows you to delete the current video. Delete all: allows you to delete all of your videos. Protection: allows you to protect the video from being deleted.
Page 115: My Items
My items This menu allows you to access: • games, pictures, and sounds you downloaded from the Wireless Web. • photos and videos you captured by using the camera. • message templates you saved while using the Message feature. Pictures In this menu, you can view the photos you took using your phone.
Page 116: Games
My items By pressing the Options soft key, you can use the following options: View: displays the image. Send MMS: allows you to send the image in an MMS message. For details, see page 77 Rename: allows you to change the name of the image.
Page 117: Sounds
My items Download more Selecting this menu loads the web site preset by your service provider so that you can download more games. Sounds In this menu, you can listen to the sounds you recorded. You can also access sounds you have downloaded from the web or access a web site to download new sounds.
Page 118: My Videos
My items Delete: deletes the sound. Set as ringtone: sets the sound as your ring tone. Download more Selecting this menu loads the web site preset by your service provider so that you can download more ring tones or melodies. My videos In this menu, you can access the videos you recorded by using the camera.
Page 119: Memory Status
My items Memory status You can check the amount of the memory being used and the memory remaining for games or sounds and images. Press the Up or Down key to scroll through the screen. The following options are available: Games: the display shows the total, free, and used space and the number of games you downloaded.
Page 120: Calendar
Calendar 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, the calendar displays with today’s date highlighted.
Page 121 Calendar 2. Press the Centre key. An empty memo screen displays allowing you to enter your memo. 3. Enter your memo and then press the Centre key or the Ok soft key. Note: For further details about how to enter characters, see page 34.
Page 122: Viewing A Memo
Calendar 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 Options soft key: Edit: allows you to change the memo text.
Page 123: Contacts
Contacts You can store phone numbers of contact persons 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 Contacts. Note: Depending on your particular SIM card, the maximum number of phone numbers the SIM card can store may differ.
Page 124: Using Contacts Entry Options
Contacts 3. Once you have found the entry, press the Centre key or the key to dial the number. Alternatively, press the Options soft key to access the Contacts entry options; for further details, see the following page. Using Contacts Entry Options While accessing any Contacts entry, press the Options soft key to access the options for the entry.
Page 125 Contacts View: displays the photo assigned to the number. Delete caller ID: cancels the photo caller ID setting for the number. Paste: allows you to paste the number into the normal dialling mode. Use this option to dial a number similar to one in Contacts, such as a different extension in the same office.
Page 126: Create Contact
Contacts Create contact This menu allows you to add a new entry to the Contacts list. 1. Select an icon to identify the category of the number to be stored by pressing the Left or Right key, and press the Centre key or the Select soft key.
Page 127: Group Search
Contacts 7. Once you have found the entry, press the Centre key or the key to dial the number. Alternatively, press the Options soft key to access the Contacts entry options; for further details, see page 123. Group search You can search for Contacts entries by selecting a caller group.
Page 128: Group Edit
Contacts Group edit In this menu, you can change the properties of each caller group. 1. Scroll through the group list by pressing the Up or Down key. 2. When the group you want highlights, press the Options soft key. 3.
Page 129: Call Log
Contacts Call log In this menu, you can view the: • calls you missed, received, or dialled. • length of your calls. • cost of your calls, if your SIM card supports it. Notes: • You can access the numbers in the three types of call records by pressing the key in Idle mode.
Page 130: Received Calls
Contacts Received calls This menu lets you view the 20 most recent calls you received. The number or name, if available, displays together with the time and date the call was received. Pressing the Centre key allows you to change the number to save or dial it.
Page 131: Call Time
Contacts Delete all This menu allows you to delete all of the records in each call record separately. You can also delete all of your call logs at one time. 1. Scroll to the call type to be deleted and press the Mark soft key to place a check.
Page 132: Call Costs
Contacts Reset timers: option used to reset the call timers. You must first enter the phone password and then press the Centre key or the Ok soft key. Note: The password is preset to “00000000.” To change this password, see page 156. Call costs This network feature lets you view the cost of calls.
Page 133: Speed Dial List
Contacts Data counter This menu allows you to view and check the amount of data (Byte, KB, MB, GB) sent and received during GPRS connections. The following options are available: Last sent data: amount of the data you last sent. Last received data: amount of data you last received.
Page 134 Contacts If you have already assigned a number to the key, the Options soft key replaces the Select soft key. 2. Select an entry from the Contacts list and press the Centre key or the View soft key. 3. Select a number, if the entry has more than one, by pressing the Up or Down key and press the Centre key or the Select soft key.
Page 135: My Numbers
Contacts My numbers 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 the own phone numbers registered on your SIM card. •...
Page 136: Settings
Settings In this menu, you can customise various settings related to your phone system, display, sounds, time and date, network, and security. Phone settings Many different features of your phone can be customised to suit your preferences. Activate infrared This feature allows you to send or receive data through the infrared port.
Page 137: Greeting Message
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 an optional PC data link cable. Greeting message This menu allows you to set a greeting to be displayed briefly when the phone is switched on.
Page 138: Extra Settings
Settings Shortcuts The Navigation keys can be used as shortcut keys. In Idle mode, they allow you to access specific menus directly. In this menu, you can change the shortcuts assigned to the Navigation keys. To assign a shortcut to a key: 1.
Page 139: Reset Settings
Settings The following options are available: Auto redial: when this option is checked, the phone makes up to ten attempts to redial a phone number after an unsuccessful call. Note: The interval between two attempts varies. Active slider: when this option is checked, you can simply push the slider up to answer a call.
Page 140: Display Settings
Settings Display settings In this menu, you can change various settings for the display or backlight. Main display 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: you can download images from the wireless web site preset by your service provider, or select a background image to be displayed on the...
Page 141: Menu Style
Settings Text display: you can specify whether or not the phone displays the time and date on the idle screen. Text colour: you can select the colour of the text to be displayed on the idle screen. This option is available when the text display is enabled.
Page 142: Sound Settings
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 143: Ring Volume
Settings Ring volume This menu allows you to adjust the ring volume to one of five levels. Use the Up and Down keys or the Volume keys on the left side of the phone to increase or decrease the volume. Alert type This menu allows you to specify how you are to be informed of incoming calls.
Page 144: Message Tone
Settings Message tone This menu allows you to select how the phone informs you that a new message has been received. SMS tone The following options are available for alerting you to new SMS messages: Off: the phone does not use an SMS tone. Light only: the service light flashes.
Page 145: Slider Tone
Settings MMS tone 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 146: Alert On Call
Settings Alert on call This menu allows you to set 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 alert you to incoming messages or alarms.
Page 147: Call Settings
Settings Call settings 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 148 Settings 3. If you selected No reply in step 1, select the length of time the network waits before diverting a call and press the Centre key or the Select soft key. 4. To Press the activate call Centre key or the diverting Activate soft key.
Page 149: Call Barring
Settings 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 Centre key or the Select soft key.
Page 150 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. Select the call barring option to be deactivated. 2.
Page 151: Caller Id
Settings 2. You can activate or deactivate the Call waiting feature as necessary by using the Activate or the Deactivate soft key respectively. To return to the previous screen, press the Exit soft key. You can also deactivate all call waiting settings by selecting the Cancel all option.
Page 152: Closed User Group
Settings Closed user group Closed User Group (CUG) is a network service which allows incoming and outgoing calls to be restricted to a selected user group. You can create up to ten user groups. For details about how to create and use a closed user group, contact your service provider.
Page 153 Settings Add a new CUG index as advised by your service provider, or delete a group. Press the scroll through Up or Down key. existing CUG indexes add a new CUG Options soft key, select the index Add option and enter the index.
Page 154: Time & Date
Settings 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 choose the time format in the Time format menu.
Page 155: Network Selection
Settings 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 156: Pin Check
Settings PIN check 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 157: Change Password
Settings 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 158: Sim Lock
Settings When the phone asks for the phone password, enter the password and press the Centre key or the Ok soft key. Note: The password is preset to “00000000” at the factory. To change this password, see page 156. SIM lock When the SIM lock feature is enabled, your phone only works with the current SIM.
Page 159: Change Pin2
Settings 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 160: 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 161 Solving Problems “No service,” “Network failure,” “Service not available,” 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 162: Contacts Entry
If the above guidelines do not help you to solve the problem, take note of: • 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.
Page 163: 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 Centre key or the Ok soft key.
Page 164: 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 165: Pin2
Access Codes 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 166: 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 9.4.2).
Page 167: Health And Safety Information
2) For body worn operation, this model phone has been tested and meets the RF exposure guidelines when used with a Samsung-sup- plied or approves accessory designated for this product or when used with an accessory that contains no metal and that positions...
Page 168: Precautions When Using Batteries
Health and Safety Information As SAR is measured utilizing the devices highest transmitting power the actual SAR of this device while operating is typically below that indicated above. This is due to automatic changes to the power level of the device to ensure it only uses the minimum level required to reach the network.
Page 169 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 170: 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 171: Electronic Devices
Health and Safety Information 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...
Page 172: 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 173: 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 174: 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 175: 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 176: 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 177 Health and Safety Information • 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 178: 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 Slider Ability to answer a call simply by pushing the slider Call Barring Ability to restrict outgoing and incoming calls.
Page 179 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 180 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 181 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. Proxy Server A proxy server resides between a Web client, such as a web browser, and a real Web server and acts...
Page 182 Glossary SDN (Service Dialling Numbers) Telephone numbers supplied by your network provider and giving access to special services, such as voice mail, directory inquiries, customer support and emergency services. SIM (Subscriber Identification Module) Card containing a chip with all the information required to operate the phone (network and memory information, as well as the subscriber’s personal data).
Page 183 Glossary Dual Band Ability to operate with both DCS (1800 Mhz) and GSM (900 Mhz) networks. The phone automatically uses the network with the strongest signal and even switches networks during a call within the same operator’s network. Voice Mail Computerised answering service that automatically answers your calls when you are not available, plays a greeting (optionally in your own voice) and...
Page 184: Index
Index Call settings • 146 Call time • 130 Access codes • 162 Caller groups Active slider • 138 editing • 127 Alarm • 68 searching • 126 Alert type • 142 Caller ID • 150 Alphabet mode, text input • Calls answering •...
Page 185 Index Date, set • 153 Health and safety • 166 Deleting Holding, call • 40 calendar memo • 121 call log • 128 Contacts • 124 multimedia message • Icons, description • 14 88, 91, 93 Images, downloaded • 114 photo •...
Page 186 Index text messages • 104 voice memos • 75 Password Menus call barring • 148, 165 accessing • 48 phone • 156, 162 list • 50 Phone Message tone • 143 care and maintenance Messages • 175 cell broadcast • 96 display •...
Page 187 Index Roaming • 154 Time, set • 153 To do list • 71 Tone connect • 145 error • 145 Safety keypad • 142 information • 166 message • 143 precautions • 7 minute minder • 145 Scheduler • 119 power on/off •...
Page 188 Index postcard • 83 text • 81...
Page 192 (place and date of issue) (Name and signature of authorized person) 1 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...

Samsung SGH-E810 User Manual

Table of Contents

Important Safety Precautions

Unpacking

Your Phone

Getting Started

Call Functions

Options During a Call

Using the Menus

4. Messages

Games & more

Ringtones

Messages

Camera

Settings

Solving Problems

Access Codes

Quick Links

Chapters

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