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Samsung SGH-E400 User Manual

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TRI BAND
GPRS TELEPHONE
SGH-E400
Printed in Korea
Code No.: GH68-03956A
World Wide Web
English. 07/2003. Rev. 1.0
http://www.samsungmobile.com

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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-E400 Printed in Korea Code No.: GH68-03956A World Wide Web English. 07/2003. Rev. 1.0...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Important Safety Precautions ....Unpacking ..........Your Phone ..........Phone Layout..........Display ............. Service Light ..........Getting Started ........Installing the SIM Card ....... Charging a Battery ........Switching the Phone On/Off ......Call Functions ......... Making a Call..........Adjusting the Volume .........
  • Page 3 Contents Contents Entering Text .......... Call Records ..........Changing the Text Input Mode ..... Missed Calls ....... (Menu 2.1) Using the T9 Mode ........Received Calls ......(Menu 2.2) Using the Upper/Lower-Case Dialled Calls (Menu 2.3) ....... Character Modes ........Delete All ........
  • Page 4 Contents Network Services ........Call Diverting ......(Menu 6.1) Call Barring ......(Menu 6.2) Call Waiting (Menu 6.3) ......Network Selection ..... (Menu 6.4) Caller ID ......... (Menu 6.5) Closed User Group (CUG) ..(Menu 6.6) Band Selection (Menu 6.7) ......

  • Page 5: Important Safety Precautions

    Important Safety Precautions Read these guidelines before using your mobile phone. Failure to comply with them may be dangerous or illegal. For more detailed safety information, see “Health and Safety Information” on page 127. Road Safety at All Times Do not use a hand-held phone while driving; park the vehicle first.

  • Page 6: Unpacking

    Your package contains the following items. The design of this phone complies with European Union (EU) requirements relating to radio frequency (RF) exposure. To maintain compliance with these requirements, use only Samsung-supplied or approved accessories. Use of non-approved accessories may violate the requirements. Handset...

  • Page 7: Your Phone

    Your Phone Your Phone Phone Layout Description In the menu facility, scroll through the The following illustrations show the main elements menu options and phonebook memory. of your phone. In idle mode, allow you to access your favourite menu options directly (for more information on shortcuts, see Earpiece page 91).

  • Page 8: Display

    Your Phone Your Phone Display Description (continued) Makes or answers a call. Display Layout When held down in idle mode, recalls the last number dialled or received. The display comprises three areas. In the menu facility, selects a menu option or stores information that you Icons have entered (such as a name) in the phone or SIM memory.
  • Page 9 Your Phone Your Phone Icons Icon Description (continued) Icon Description Appears when you are out of your home area and have registered with a different Shows the received signal strength. The network; for example, when travelling in greater the number of bars, the better the other countries.

  • Page 10: Service Light

    Your Phone Getting Started Service Light Installing the SIM Card The service light is below the external display on When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are the phone cover. It flashes when services are provided with a plug-in SIM card loaded with your available on the phone.

  • Page 11: Charging A Battery

    A travel adapter is provided with your phone. Use only approved batteries and chargers. Ask your local Samsung dealer for further details. The phone can be used while the battery is charging, but this will cause the battery to charge more slowly.

  • Page 12: Switching The Phone On/Off

    Getting Started Getting Started 2. Connect the adapter to a standard AC wall outlet. Switching the Phone On/Off 3. When charging is finished, disconnect the 1. Open the phone. adapter from the power outlet and from the phone by pressing the gray tabs on both sides of 2.

  • Page 13: Call Functions

    Call Functions Call Functions Ending a Call When you have finished your call, briefly press Making a Call key. When the idle screen is displayed, key in the area Redialling the Last Number code and phone number, and press the key.

  • Page 14: Adjusting The Volume

    Call Functions Call Functions Making a Call from the Phonebook Answering a Call You can store frequently-dialled phone numbers When somebody calls you, the phone rings and the with a name in the SIM card or the phone memory, incoming call animation is displayed. using the phonebook.

  • Page 15: Viewing Missed Calls

    Call Functions Call Functions Viewing Missed Calls Editing a Missed Call Number Note: If the number corresponding to the missed call If you are unable to answer a call for any reason, is not available, the Edit Number option is not you can find out who was calling you, provided that displayed.

  • Page 16: Switching Quickly To The Silent Mode

    Call Functions Selecting Functions and Options Switching Quickly to the Silent Mode Your phone offers a set of functions that allow you to customise your phone. These functions are arranged in menus and sub-menus, accessed via The silent mode is convenient when discretion is the two soft keys marked .

  • Page 17: Phonebook

    Selecting Functions and Options Phonebook To view the various functions/options available and select the one required, proceed as follows. You can store phone numbers and their corres- ponding names in the memory of your SIM card. In 1. Press the appropriate soft key. addition, you can store up to 500 numbers in the phone memory.
  • Page 18 Phonebook Phonebook Storing a Number Using the Phonebook 4. Select a memory location, either SIM or Menu Phone, by pressing the key and press 1. When the idle screen is displayed, press the the Select soft key. Name soft key. Note: If you change phones, any numbers stored 2.

  • Page 19: Using Phonebook Entry Options

    Phonebook Phonebook Delete: allows you to erase the selected name and 9. To... Then press the... number(s) from the phonebook. You are asked to confirm that you wish to erase the name and Use the entry Options soft key. For further number(s) by pressing the Yes soft key.

  • Page 20: Editing A Caller Group

    Phonebook Phonebook 2. Press the Select soft key when Search is 4. Press the View soft key. highlighted. You are asked to enter a name. The phonebook entries in the selected caller group are listed. 3. Enter the start of the name that you wish to find. The phonebook entries are listed, starting with 5.

  • Page 21: Speed-Dialling

    Phonebook Phonebook 5. Select each option and change the settings, as 3. Select the key to which you wish to assign the required. The following options are available. speed-dialling feature (keys ) and press the OK soft key. Call ring tone: allows you to select the ring tone to be used when you receive a voice call Note: If you have already assigned a number to from a person in the group.

  • Page 22: Deleting All Phonebook Entries

    Phonebook Phonebook Deleting All Phonebook Entries Checking the Memory Status You can delete all entries in either the phone or SIM You can check how many names and numbers are card memory or in both memories together. stored in the phonebook (SIM card and phone memories) or how many free locations remain.

  • Page 23: Entering Text

    Entering Text Entering Text Changing the Text Input Mode When using your phone, you will often need to enter text. For example, when storing a name in the When you are in a field that allows characters to be phonebook, creating your personal greeting or entered, you will notice the text input mode scheduling events in your calendar.

  • Page 24: Using The T9 Mode

    Entering Text Entering Text Using the T9 Mode • To enter full stops, hyphens or apostrophes, press key. The T9 mode applies grammar rules to ensure that the correct punctuation is used. The T9 predictive text input mode allows you to key in any character using single keystrokes.

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

    Entering Text Entering Text Using the Upper/Lower-Case • To insert a space, press the key. Character Modes • You can move the cursor by using the keys. To delete letters, press the key. Press and hold down the key to clear the display. Use the keys to enter your text.

  • Page 26: Options During A Call

    Options During a Call Options During a Call Switching the Microphone Off (Mute) Your phone provides a number of control functions that you can use during a call. You can temporarily switch your phone’s micro- phone off, so that the other party cannot hear you. Putting a Call on Hold Example: You wish to say something to another person in the room but do not want the...

  • Page 27: Muting/Sending Key Tones

    Options During a Call Options During a Call Muting/Sending Key Tones Searching for a Number in the Phonebook These options allow you to turn the key tones off or on. If the Mute keys option is selected, your phone You can search for a number in the phonebook does not transmit the key tones.

  • Page 28: Using The Sms Service

    Options During a Call Options During a Call Using the SMS Service Making a Multiparty Call If you receive an SMS (Short Message Service) A multiparty call is a network service that allows up message during a call, the message icon ( to six people to take part simultaneously in a flashes in the display.

  • Page 29: Using The Menus

    Options During a Call Using the Menus 3. Select the Private option. The phone offers a range of functions that allow you to tailor the phone to your needs. These functions Now you can talk privately with that person. The are arranged in menus and sub-menus.

  • Page 30: Accessing Menu Functions By Using Shortcuts

    Using the Menus Using the Menus 1. Messages (see page 62) Accessing Menu Functions by 1.1 Inbox Using Shortcuts 1.2 Outbox 1.3 Write New The menu items (menu, sub-menus and options) 1.4 Templates are numbered and can be accessed quickly by using 1.5 Settings their shortcut number.

  • Page 31: Messages

    Using the Menus Using the Menus 2. Call Records (continued) 4. Phone Settings (see page 81) 2.5 Call Time 4.1 Infrared Activate 2.5.1 Last Call Time 4.2 My Settings 2.5.2 Total Sent 4.2.1 Wallpaper 2.5.3 Total Received 4.2.2 Menu Style 2.5.4 Reset Timers 4.3 Greeting Message 2.6 Call Cost...
  • Page 32 Using the Menus Using the Menus 5. Organiser (see page 92) 6. Network Services (continued) 5.1 Calendar 5.2 To Do List 6.6 Closed User Group 5.3 Time & Date 6.6.1 Index List 5.3.1 Set Time 6.6.2 Outside Access 5.3.2 Set Date 6.6.3 Default Group 5.3.3 World Time 6.6.4 Deactivate...

  • Page 33: Inbox (Menu 1.1)

    Messages Messages The SMS (Short Message Service) function is a While reading a message, you can choose the network service and may not be supported by your following options by pressing the Options soft key. network. Messages can be sent by text, fax, E-mail Delete: allows you to delete the message.

  • Page 34: Outbox (Menu 1.2)

    Messages Messages Outbox Write New (Menu 1.2) (Menu 1.3) The outbox is used to store the messages that you Via this menu, you can write and send a text have already sent or will send. message. Note: You can enter up to 918 alphanumeric When you select this menu, the list of messages in characters for your message.

  • Page 35: Templates (Menu 1.4)

    Messages Messages 3. Select Send or Save and Send, and press the Add Objects: allows you to add the required Select soft key. sound, melody, picture or animation to the message. Select the category of object to be If you just want to save the message, select added.

  • Page 36: Settings (Menu 1.5)

    Messages Messages Send Message: allows you to recall the selected Common Setting: the following options are message. Once you have completed the message, available. you can send, save and send, or simply save it. For Reply Path: allows the recipient of your SMS details on how to send a message, see page 65.

  • Page 37: Memory Status (Menu 1.7)

    Messages Messages You can delete all objects using the Delete All Voice Mail (Menu 1.8) option (Menu 1.6.4). This menu provides you with a way of accessing your voice mailbox (if provided by your network). To... Then press the... The following options are available. Select a category of key, followed objects to be deleted...

  • Page 38: Broadcast (Menu 1.9)

    Messages Call Records Broadcast (Menu 1.9) Via this menu, you can view the: This network service allows you to receive text • Missed, received or dialled calls messages on various topics, such as the weather or • Length of a call you made or received traffic.

  • Page 39: Call Records

    Call Records Call Records Dialled Calls The following timers are available. (Menu 2.3) Last Call Time: length of the last call. This option lets you view the most recent dialled Total Sent: total length of all calls made since the numbers.

  • Page 40: Sound Settings

    Sound Settings Sound Settings Alert Type (Menu 3.3) You can use the Sound Settings feature to customise various settings, such as the: This option allows you to specify how you are to be informed of any incoming calls. • Ring melody, volume and type •...

  • Page 41: Message Tone (Menu 3.5)

    Sound Settings Sound Settings Message Tone Folder Tone (Menu 3.5) (Menu 3.6) This option allows you to select how the phone This option allows you to turn on or off the sounds informs you that a new message has been received. that the phone generates when you open the phone.

  • Page 42: Extra Tones (Menu 3.8)

    Sound Settings Phone Settings Extra Tones Many different features of your phone can be (Menu 3.8) customised to suit your preferences. All of these features are accessed via the Phone Settings You can customise various other tones used by the menu.

  • Page 43: Phone Settings

    Phone Settings Phone Settings My Settings Greeting Message (Menu 4.2) (Menu 4.3) You can change the background image and the This option allows you to set a greeting message to menu display style according to your preference. be displayed briefly when the phone is switched on. When you select this menu option, the current Wallpaper message is displayed.

  • Page 44: Language (Menu 4.5)

    Phone Settings Phone Settings Language Change PIN (Menu 4.6.2) (Menu 4.5) This feature allows you to change your current PIN You can select a display language. When the to a new one, provided that the PIN Check feature language option is set to Automatic, the language is enabled.

  • Page 45: Display Settings (Menu 4.7)

    Phone Settings Phone Settings SIM Lock Display Settings (Menu 4.6.5) (Menu 4.7) When the SIM Lock feature is enabled, your phone only works with the current SIM. You must enter Brightness (Menu 4.7.1) the SIM lock code. This option allows you to adjust the brightness of Once you have entered the SIM lock code, you are the main display to see it better in different lighting asked to confirm it by entering it again.
  • Page 46 Phone Settings Phone Settings Auto Light Front LCD (Menu 4.7.3) (Menu 4.7.6) Using this feature, you can specify the time for This option allows you to adapt the external display which the backlight is to be used. This feature helps to your preferences.

  • Page 47: Extra Settings (Menu 4.8)

    Phone Settings Phone Settings Extra Settings Short Cut (Menu 4.8) (Menu 4.9) You can turn the automatic redialling or answering The navigation keys can be used as shortcut keys. features on or off. When held down in idle mode, they allow you to access specific menu options directly.

  • Page 48: Organiser

    Organiser Organiser Writing a Memo The Organiser feature enables you to: • View the calendar and organise your schedule To write or edit a memo on a specific date, proceed • Define a list of things to do as follows. •...

  • Page 49: To Do List (Menu 5.2)

    Organiser Organiser Editing a Memo 4. Select high, normal or low priority using the key and press the Select soft key. If you select a day for which a memo already exists, 5. Enter your deadline. the most recent memo on that day is displayed. If If you do not want to set a deadline, press the several memos exist, you can browse through them Skip soft key.

  • Page 50: Time & Date (Menu 5.3)

    Organiser Organiser Time & Date (Menu 5.3) To... Then... Edit an existing • Highlight the task. This option allows you to change the current time task • Press the Options soft key. and date displayed. You can also check the current •...

  • Page 51: Alarm (Menu 5.4)

    Organiser Organiser Alarm To stop the alarm when it rings, open the phone (Menu 5.4) and press the Exit soft key or key. This feature allows you to: When setting or viewing an alarm, the following options are available when you press the Options •...

  • Page 52: Network Services

    Organiser Network Services Currency Exchange These menu functions are network services. Please (Menu 5.6) contact your service provider to check their availability and subscribe to them, if you so wish. Using this menu option, you can make currency conversions. 1. Enter the current exchange rate of your source Call Diverting (Menu 6.1) currency and press the OK soft key.

  • Page 53: Call Barring (Menu 6.2)

    Network Services Network Services To set your call diverting options, proceed as follows. Call Barring (Menu 6.2) 1. Select the type of call diverting required by The call barring network service allows you to pressing the key until the appropriate restrict your calls.

  • Page 54: Call Waiting (Menu 6.3)

    Network Services Network Services Call Waiting (Menu 6.3) 3. Press the Activate soft key to confirm your This network service enables you to be informed settings. when someone is trying to reach you during another call. 4. Enter your call barring password supplied by You can specify individual call waiting options for your service provider.

  • Page 55: Caller Id (Menu 6.5)

    Network Services Network Services Network Selection Caller ID (Menu 6.4) (Menu 6.5) The Network Selection feature enables you to You can prevent your phone number from being indicate whether the network used when roaming displayed on the phone of the person being called. (outside your home area) is selected automatically Note: Some networks do not allow the user to change or manually.

  • Page 56: Band Selection (Menu 6.7)

    Network Services Network Services Band Selection (Menu 6.7) Add a new CUG index as advised by your service For the phone to make and receive phone calls, it provider or delete a selected group. must register with one of the available networks. Your phone can handle any of the following types of To...

  • Page 57: Funbox

    Funbox Funbox WAP Browser (Menu 7.2) The Funbox menu contains several fun options. Your phone is equipped with a WAP (Wireless Application Protocol) Browser to allow you to access Games and navigate the Wireless Web via your phone. (Menu 7.1) You can enjoy two games with your phone.
  • Page 58 Funbox Funbox 3. Select the option by pressing the left soft key. To... Then... 4. If necessary, select the secondary option using Return to the Press the key and select keys, and press the left soft key to startup homepage the Home menu option;...
  • Page 59 Funbox Funbox Edit Home: allows you to change the startup http:// (Menu 7.2.3) homepage manually. This option allows you to manually enter the URL To change the homepage, enter the required URL address of the Web site that you wish to access. and press the OK soft key.

  • Page 60: Downloads (Menu 7.3)

    Funbox Funbox The remaining options depend on the Bearer Push Message (Menu 7.2.6) setting, as indicated below. You can set whether or not you wish to receive Web When the bearer is set to Data messages from the server, and if applicable, to read and/or delete the messages received.
  • Page 61 Funbox Funbox Using the Menus Note: To change case, press the key. From the Main Screen press the Menu soft key to Sounds (Menu 7.3.2) access the following options. In this menu, you can view the list of sounds Info : displays information about the selected downloaded from the server.

  • Page 62: Solving Problems

    Solving Problems Solving Problems “No service”, “Network failure” or “Not Before contacting the after-sales service, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the done” is displayed time and expense of an unnecessary service call. • The network connection was lost. You may be in a weak signal area (in a tunnel or surrounded by When you switch your phone on, the buildings).

  • Page 63: Access Codes

    • The model and serial numbers of your phone Phone Lock feature (Menu 4.6.3). • Your warranty details • A clear description of the problem Change the phone Page 85 password (Menu 4.6.4). Then contact your local dealer or Samsung after- sales service.
  • Page 64 Access Codes Access Codes PIN2 The Personal Identification Number or PIN The PIN2 (4 to 8 digits), supplied with some SIM (4 to 8 digits) protects your SIM card against cards, is required to access specific functions, such unauthorised use. It is usually supplied with as setting the maximum cost of a call.

  • Page 65: Health And Safety Information

    Access Codes Health and Safety Call Barring Password Information The 4-digit call barring password is required when you use the Call Barring function. You obtain the Exposure to Radio-Frequency password from your service provider when you Energy (SAR Information) subscribe to this function. See page 103 for further details.

  • Page 66: 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. When a charger is not in use, disconnect it from the power source.

  • Page 67: Pin2

    Health and Safety Information Health and Safety Information Road Safety • Do not leave the battery in hot or cold places, Your wireless phone gives you the powerful ability such as in a car in summer or winter conditions, to communicate by voice, almost anywhere, as you will reduce the capacity and life-time of anytime.

  • Page 68: Health And Safety Information

    Health and Safety Information Health and Safety Information Operating Environment 6. Dial sensibly and assess the traffic; if possible, Remember to follow any special regulations in force place calls when you are not moving or before in any area and always switch off your phone pulling into traffic.

  • Page 69: Potentially Explosive Atmospheres

    Health and Safety Information Health and Safety Information Vehicles Persons with pacemakers: RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor • Should always keep the phone more than 15 cm vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or its (6 inches) from their pacemaker when the phone representative regarding your vehicle.

  • Page 70: Emergency Calls

    Health and Safety Information Health and Safety Information Emergency Calls Other Important Safety Information This phone, like any wireless phone, operates using • Only qualified personnel should service the phone radio signals, wireless and landline networks as well or install the phone in a vehicle. Faulty as user-programmed functions, which cannot installation or service may be dangerous and may guarantee connection in all conditions.

  • Page 71: Care And Maintenance

    Health and Safety Information Health and Safety Information Care and Maintenance Your phone is a product of superior design and • Do not paint the phone. Paint can clog the craftsmanship and should be treated with care. The device’s moving parts and prevent proper suggestions below will help you fulfill any warranty operation.
  • Page 72 Glossary Glossary To help you understand the main technical terms GSM (Global System for Mobile and abbreviations used in this booklet and take full Communication) advantage of the features on your mobile phone, International standard for cellular communication, here are a few definitions. guaranteeing compatibility between the various network operators.
  • Page 73 Glossary Glossary PIN (Personal Identification Number) SMS (Short Message Service) Security code that protects the phone/SIM against Network service sending and receiving messages to unauthorised use. The PIN is supplied by the and from another subscriber without having to service provider with the SIM card. It may be a four speak to the correspondent.
  • Page 74 Index Index (continued) (continued) Access codes • 123 Calls Conference call • 53 Earpiece volume • 24 Accessories • 9 answering Connect Editing a call • 25 Active Folder • 90 to voice server • 71 caller groups • 37 a second call •...
  • Page 75 Index Index (continued) (continued) Icons • 14 Low battery indicator • 20 Muting Pacemakers • 133 Identifying callers • 35, 36, Lower-case characters key tones • 50 Password 37, 107 entering • 46 microphone • 49 barring • 126 Images changing •...

  • Page 76: Road Safety

    Index Index (continued) (continued) Radio-frequencies • 127 Settings (continued) Time & Date (5.3) • 97 Vibration • 28, 77 Reading text phone (4) • 81 To Do List (5.2) • 94 Voice Mail (1.8) • 71 Tone Voice server • 71 messages •...
  • Page 78 (place and date of issue) (name and signature of authorised person) * It is not the address of Samsung Service Centre. For the address or the phone number of Samsung Service Centre, see the warranty card or contact the retailer where you purchased your phone.

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