Page 1 SGH-x497 Series P O R T A B L E T r i / D u a l - M o d e T E L E P H O N E User Guide Please read this manual before operating your phone, and keep it for future reference.
Page 2: Intellectual Property
Intellectual Property All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating thereto (the “Phone System”), is proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal laws, state laws, and international treaty provisions.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Intellectual Property .............2 Table of Contents ........ 3 Getting Started ........7 Activating Your Phone ..........7 Switching On or Off the Phone ........11 Setting Up Your Voice Mail ........11 Your Phone ........14 Features of Your Phone ..........14 Front View of Your Phone ..........14 Open View of Your Phone ..........15 Keys ................15...
Page 4 Menu Outline ............. 39 Recent Calls ........49 Missed Calls .............. 49 Calls Received ............50 Calls Made ..............51 Delete All ..............52 Call Time ..............52 Data Volume .............. 53 Data Call Time ............53 Messaging ........54 Text Message ............
Page 5 Media Net ........87 Launching the WAP Browser ........87 Favorites ..............89 Go to URL ..............90 Browser Profiles ............91 Clear Cache ..............92 Sound Settings ........93 Incoming Calls ............93 Keypad Tone ..............94 Message Tone ............94 Power On/Off .............95 Silent Mode ..............95 Extra Tone ..............95 My Media .........96 Graphics ..............96 Audio .................97...
Page 6 Display Settings ............113 Network Services ............ 114 Call Forwarding ............115 Call Waiting ............. 116 Network Selection ........... 117 Caller ID ..............117 Security Settings ............. 118 Resetting Your Phone ..........120 Health and Safety ......121 Health and Safety Information ......... 121 Consumer Information on Wireless Phones ....
Page 7: Getting Started
Activating Your Phone Getting Started This section allows you to start using your phone by activating your service and setting up your voice mail. Activating Your Phone 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 many others.
Page 8 3. Slide the SIM card into the SIM card socket so that the card locks into place. Make sure the gold contacts of the card face into the phone. Note: When you need to remove the SIM card, slide it, as shown, and take it out of the socket.
Page 9 Your phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery. A travel adapter comes with your phone for charging the battery. Use only approved batteries and chargers. Ask your local Samsung dealer for further details. You can use the phone while the battery is charging, but this causes the phone to charge more slowly.
Page 10 2. Plug the adapter into a standard AC wall outlet. 3. When charging is finished, unplug the adapter from the power outlet and disconnect it from the phone by pressing the buttons on both sides of the connector and pulling the connector out.
Page 11: Switching On Or Off The Phone
Switching On or Off the Phone When the battery level becomes too low, the phone automatically turns off. Switching On or Off the Phone 1. Open the phone. 2. Press and hold the key until the phone switches on. 3. If the phone asks you to enter the phone password, enter the password and press the OK soft key or the key.
Page 12 To set up your voicemail: 1. Press and hold 2. Follow the system prompts to: • Create your pass code • Record your greeting • Record your name announcement Accessing Your Voice Mail 1. In Idle mode, press the Menu soft key to access Menu mode.
Page 13 Setting Up Your Voice Mail 3. Highlight Voice Mail and press the key. 4. Highlight Voice Server Number and press the key. Highlight Voice Server 1 and press the Select soft key or key. The following options appear in the display. Edit Number: •...
Page 14: Your Phone
Your Phone This section outlines some key features of your phone. It also displays the screen and the icons that are displayed when the phone is in use. Features of Your Phone Your phone is lightweight, easy-to-use and offers many significant features.
Page 15: Open View Of Your Phone
Open View of Your Phone Open View of Your Phone The following illustrations show the main elements of your phone: Keys The following list correlates to the front and rear illustrations. 1. The antenna is used to obtain reception. 2. The external display shows the received signal strength, the phone battery level, the date and time.
Page 16 • In Menu mode, selects a menu function or stores information that you have entered, such as a name in the phone or SIM memory. 6. During a call, adjusts the earpiece volume. With the phone closed, you can set up or cancel "Silent mode"...
Page 17: Understanding The Display Screen
Understanding the Display Screen In Idle mode, the Down key allows you to access the Address Book menu directly. When entering text, moves the cursor to the left or right, depending on which side you push. 16. Display area where text and graphics are displayed. 17.
Page 18: External Display
Appears when you are connected to a WAP service. Appears when the Call Forwarding feature is active. For details, see page "Call Forwarding" on page 115. Appears when you are connected to the GPRS network. Appears when Silent mode is active or you set the phone to vibrate when you receive a call.
Page 19: Call Functions
Making a Call Call Functions This section allows you to make or answer a call. It also includes the features and functionality associated with making or answering a call. Making a Call When the idle screen displays, enter the area code and phone number, and press the key.
Page 20 Redialing the Last Number The phone stores the numbers of the calls you’ve dialed, received, or missed if the call recipient or caller is identified. See "Caller ID" on page 117 for further details. To recall any of these numbers: 1.
Page 21: Adjusting The Call Volume
Adjusting the Call Volume • Options soft key To delete all of the numbers, press the Delete All Select select . Press the soft key or the key. Making a Call from the Address Book You can store phone numbers that you use regularly on the SIM card or in the phone’s memory.
Page 22: Call Log
If the Open to Answer option in the Extra Settings menu is activated, you can answer the call simply by opening the phone. Note: To reject an incoming call, press and hold the Volume keys on the left Reject side of the phone before opening the phone, or press the soft key or key.
Page 23: Selecting Functions And Options
Selecting Functions and Options To exit and reactivate the previous sound settings, press and hold the key again until “Silent Mode Deactivated” appears. The Vibration icon ( ) no longer displays. Selecting Functions and Options Your phone offers a set of functions that allow you to customize it. These functions are arranged in menus and sub-menus, accessed using the two soft keys.
Page 24: Options During A Call
2. To select the function displayed or the option highlighted, press the Select soft key or the key. 3. To view the next function or highlight the next option on a list, press the Down navigation key. 4. To move back to the previous function or option on a list, press the Up navigation key.
Page 25: Putting A Call On Hold
Options 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. To place a call on hold, press the Options soft key. Highlight Hold and press the Select soft key or the key.
Page 26 Example: You wish to say something to person in the room, but do not want the person on the phone to hear you. To switch the microphone off temporarily: 1. Press the Mute soft key. 2. The other person can no longer hear you. To switch the microphone back on: 1.
Page 27: Call Waiting
Options During a Call 4. If you enter the first few letters of the name, the Address Book entries are listed starting with the first entry matching your input. 5. To view the highlighted entry, press the View soft key. For further details about the Address Book feature, see "Editing an Entry"...
Page 28 2. Call the second participant in the normal way. The first call is automatically put on hold. 3. To join the first participant to the multi-party call, press the Options soft key or the key and select Join. Press the Select soft key or the key.
Page 29 Options During a Call 2. Press the Options soft key and choose Remove. Press the Select soft key or the key. The list of call participants appears. 3. Highlight a person by pressing the Up or Down key, and press the Select soft key, the key.
Page 30: Entering Text
Entering Text This section outlines how to select the desired text input mode when entering characters into your phone. This section also describes how to use the T9 predictive text entry system to reduce the amount of key strokes associated with entering text. Changing the Text Entry Mode When using your phone, you will often need to enter text, such as when storing a name in the Address Book, creating your personal greeting or...
Page 31 Changing the Text Entry Mode Changing the Text Input Mode or Language When you are in a field that allows characters to be entered, you will notice the text input mode and language indicators on the display. Text input mode and language indicators 1.
Page 32: Using T9 Mode
selected, an or a language indicator appears at the bottom of the text input screen. Using this option to change the language only changes it for the current entry. To permanently change the text input language, see "Language" on page 111. Using T9 Mode T9 is a predictive text input mode that allows you to key in any character using single keystrokes.
Page 33 Using T9 Mode Example: Both “Of” and “Me” have the keys. The phone displays the most commonly used choice first. 4. Insert a space by pressing the key and start entering the next word. To add a new word into the T9 dictionary 1.
Page 34: Using Alphabet Mode
• You can move the cursor by using the Left and Right keys. To delete letters, press the key. Press and hold the key to clear the display. Using Alphabet Mode To use the Alphabet Mode use the keys to enter your text. 1.
Page 35: Entering Symbols
Entering Symbols Entering Symbols Symbol mode allows you to enter symbols by pressing the key labeled with the letter you want. When in a text message screen, press the soft key to access the Symbol mode. The Symbol screen displays the available symbols for each key.
Page 36: Menu Navigation
Menu Navigation This section explains the menu navigation for your phone. It also includes an outline of all the available menus associated with your phone. You can tailor the phone’s range of functions to your needs using menus and sub-menus. Menus and sub-menus can be accessed by scrolling using the navigation keys or by using the shortcuts.
Page 37: Navigation Key Shortcuts
Navigation key shortcuts Example: Accessing the Language menu. 1. Press the Menu soft key. 2. Press the key for Settings. 3. Press the key for Phone Settings. 4. Press the key for Language. 5. Press the key for Text Language. The languages available are displayed.
Page 38: In Use Menu Outline
In Use Menu Outline Your phone includes both a standby menu and an In-Use Menu. The In- Use Menu applies to when you are in a call. For more detail see "Options During a Call" on page 24. 1. While in a call press the Options soft key. The following options appear in the display: •...
Page 39: Menu Outline
Menu Outline Menu Outline 1. Create 2. Inbox The following list shows the menu 3. Outbox structure and indicates the number assigned to each option. 4. Delete All 1. Recent Calls All Messages Read 1. Missed Calls Unread 2. Calls Received Sent 3.
Page 40: Broadcast Messages
2. Setting Always English Never Nederlands Optional Português 3. Delete All Italiano Français Deutsch 5. Templates 7. Settings 1. Call me when you get this message. 1. Text Message 1. Edit 1. Service Center 2. Send Message 2. Validity Period 3.
Page 41 Menu Outline 5. Delivery Report 3 Days 1 Week 1 Month 6. Character Support 4. Delivery Report GSM-alphabet Uni-code Automatic 5. Read Reply 2. Multimedia Message 1. Send Settings 1. Priority 2. Receive Settings 1. Msg. Reception Normal Manual High Automatic 2.
Page 42 3. Games Profile 2 Profile 3 1. My Games Profile 4 2. Settings Profile 5 1. APN 2. Profile Setting 2. Login ID 1. FIDO MMS 3. Password 1. Profile Name 4. DNS Settings 2. Server URL 3. Memory Status 3.
Page 43 Menu Outline Normal Profile 5 Limit Size (for Multimedia 2. Profile Settings Message) 1. FIDO WAP 2. Volume 1. Profile Name 3. Default Name 2. Home URL 5. Memory Status 3. Bearer 5. Unit Conversion GPRS First 1. Length GPRS Only 2.
Page 44 Analog 1. Text Message 2. Profile 2* 1. Tone 3. Profile 3* Message 1 4. Profile 4* Message 2 5. Profile 5* Message 3 *As #1 above Message 4 5. Clear Cache Message 5 2. Alert Type Silent Tone 6. Sound Settings Vibration 1.
Page 45 Menu Outline Connect Tone Alerts on Call 4. Memory Status Indicative Tones 7. My Media 8. Address Book 1. Graphics 1. Contact List good_morning.jpg 2. New Entry snowboard.jpg 1. Phone soccer.jpg 2. SIM sunny_way.jpg 3. Speed Dial 2. Audio 4. Copy All to Phone 1.
Page 46 2. My Audio Automatic 2. Not Assigned English 2. Edit Name Français 3. View Image 2. Input Mode 2. Friends* Automatic 3. Partnership* English 4. Office* Français 5. Other* 2. Greeting Message *As #1 Above 3. Extra Settings 8. Memory Status Auto Redial Anykey Answer 9.
Page 47 Menu Outline 1. Voice Calls 4. Text Color 2. Data Calls White Outline 2. Busy Black Outline 1. Voice Calls White Shadow 2. Data Calls Black Shadow 3. No Reply White 1. Voice Calls Black 2. Data Calls 2. Skin 4.
Page 48 Enable 2. Change PIN 3. Phone Lock Disable Enable 4. Change Password 5. Privacy Multimedia Message Images Sounds 6. SIM Lock Disable Enable 6. Reset Settings 1. All 2. Phone Settings 3. Display Settings 4. Sound Settings...
Page 49: Recent Calls
Missed Calls Recent Calls In this menu, you can view missed calls, call received, and calls made. Missed Calls Your phone retains information about the last 20 missed calls and stores them in the Missed Calls log. You can review the Missed Calls log for the time and date of the call, as well as other information.
Page 50: Calls Received
4. Press the Options soft key to display the following options: • Details: to view information about this call. • Call Back: calls the selected number. • Paste : saves the number to your phone or SIM. • Send Message: allows you to send a Text or Multimedia message to the specified number.
Page 51: Calls Made
Calls Made • Delete All: erases the entire Calls Made log. 5. Use the Up or Down navigation key to highlight an option. 6. Press the key to perform the option’s function. Calls Made Your phone retains information about the last 20 outgoing calls and stores them in the Calls Made log.
Page 52: Delete All
Delete All 1. In Idle mode, press the Menu soft key to access Menu mode. 2. Select Recent Calls and then highlight Delete All and press the Select soft key or the key. The following selections appear in the display. •...
Page 53: Data Volume
Data Volume • Last Call: view the duration of your last call. • Total Made: view the duration of the Calls Made. • Total Received : view the duration of the total of your Calls Received. • Life Time: view the duration of all calls on your phone since activation (Life time timers cannot be erased).
Page 54: Messaging
Messaging You can send and receive a range of different message types from your mobile phone, including: ♦ Text messages allows you to send text messages to another text messaging-capable phone. ♦ Multimedia messages can be sent to another multimedia message capable phone or an email address.
Page 55 Text Message mode. 2. Select Messaging. Highlight Text Message and press the Select soft key or the key. 3. Select Create and press the Select soft key or the key. 4. Create your message. For further details about entering characters, see "Entering Text" on page 30. 5.
Page 56 Note: For details about using other options, see the next page. 7. Enter a destination Address or press the Names soft key to select a contact from the Contact List. Press the Select soft key to display the contact number and press the Select soft key or the key.
Page 57 Text Message While viewing a message, you can choose the following options by pressing the Options soft key: • Reply: allows you to send a reply to the sender by sending a text message. • Forward: allows you to send/resend the message. •...
Page 58: Multimedia Message
While reading a message, you can choose the following options by pressing the Options soft key: • Delete: allows you to delete the message. • Extract Address: allows you to extract the sender’s number and URL, e-mail addresses or phone numbers from the message text, so that you can save them in your phone’s memory.
Page 59 Multimedia Message Creating and Sending a Multimedia Message 1. In Idle mode, press the Menu soft key to access Menu mode. 2. Select Messaging. Highlight Multimedia Message and press the Select soft key or the key. 3. Select Create and press the Select soft key or the key.
Page 60 • Page Timing: page timing allows you to set how long each page of the Picture Messaging message is displayed. The default time is 5 seconds, maximum 99 seconds. • Text Effect: allows you to format the style of the text. Black Blue Green...
Page 61 Multimedia Message To scroll through the message, press the Up or Down navigation keys. 3. When you have finished, press the key. Outbox When you access this menu, the list of Multimedia messages that you have sent or saved displays. The icons on the left tell you the status of each message: 1.
Page 62 For further details about viewing a message in the Outbox, see "Outbox" on page 61. Delete All This menu allows you to delete all of the text messages in each message box. You can also delete all of your messages at one time. 1.
Page 63: Voice Mail
Voice Mail • Call Back: allows you to dial the number from which the message was originated. • Save Media: allows you to save the Picture or Sound from the message received. • Extract Address: allows you to extract the recipient or sender’s number or address, and URL, email addresses or phone numbers from the message text so that you can make a call, send an Text message, or save them in your phone’s memory.
Page 64: Templates
Templates Your phone has message templates to allow you to retrieve them when creating a message. You can change the templates as your preferences or send a message immediately. 1. In Idle mode, press the Menu soft key to access Menu mode.
Page 65: Settings
Settings • Receive : allows you to enable or disable the reception of broadcast messages. • Channel : allows you to select which channels that you wish to receive broadcast messages. • Language : allows you to select your preferred language in which to display cell broadcast messages.
Page 66 • Delivery Report (SIM dependent): allows you to activate or deactivate the report function. When this function is activated, the network informs you whether or not your message has been delivered. • Character Support: Lets you select which character set to use in GSM-alphabet displaying your text messages: (Global System for...
Page 67: Memory Status
Memory Status Multimedia Message Profiles • Current Profile: you can select a connection profile to be used for sending and receiving MMS messages. • Profile Setting: Lets you create or change your Multimedia message connection profile(s). Memory Status You can check the amount of the memory being used and the memory remaining for Multimedia messages.
Page 68: Games
Games This section outlines the available gaming options and accessories for your phone. For more information, contact your service provider. My Games My Games stores all default and downloaded games. Note: The procedures explained below are for the default games. For downloaded games, the procedure may be different.
Page 69: Memory Status
Memory Status Memory Status You can check the amount of memory being used and memory remaining for games, Multimedia messages, and My Media. For more information, see "Memory Status" on page 67. Games 69...
Page 70: Applications
Applications The topics covered in this section allow you to schedule appointments, view the calendar, create To-Do lists, set an alarm, and perform simple math calculations. Alarm You can set the alarm to ring at a specific time. You can also set the phone to switch on automatically and ring the alarm even if the phone is switched off.
Page 71 Alarm 5. Highlight Alarm Day and press the Select soft key. 6. Highlight the day or days you want the alarm to sound and press the Select soft key or the key. Press the OK soft key when finish. The Alarm Time screen displays. 7.
Page 72: Organizer
Deactivating Alarms 1. In Idle mode, press the Menu soft key to access menu mode. 2. Select Applications. Highlight Alarm and press the Select soft key or the key. 3. Select Alarm Type and press the Select soft key or the key.
Page 73 Organizer 3. Use the navigation key to highlight an application. Press the Select soft key or the to enter the highlighted application’s sub menu. The following sections provide a detailed description on each application and its function. Creating a New Memo Create and store notes using the Memo Pad.
Page 74 8. The calendar displays with today’s date highlighted. Using the navigation keys select a date and press the Select soft key or the key. 9. Using the keypad enter the Memo Time and press the OK soft key or the key.
Page 75: Consulting The Calendar
Organizer • If the calendar date is empty, an empty memo screen displays allowing you to enter a new memo. For more information, see "Creating a New Memo" on page 73. Because you have already specified a calendar date, you will not have to reselect the date.
Page 76 Viewing All of the Memos on the Calendar 1. In Idle mode, press the Menu soft key to access menu mode. 2. Select Applications. Highlight Organizer and press the Select soft key or the key. 3. Highlight Calendar and press the Select soft key or the key.
Page 77 Organizer 2. Select Applications. Highlight Organizer and press the Select soft key or the key. 3. Highlight Calendar and press the Select soft key or the key. The calendar displays with today’s date highlighted. 4. Select the date you want to view its memo(s). If there is more than one memo for that date, the latest memo displays.
Page 78 • enter a list of task to be done • assign a priority and a deadline to each task • sort the tasks by priority and status Creating a To Do List 1. In Idle mode, press the Menu soft key to access menu mode.
Page 79 Organizer 12. Using the navigation key, highlight an alarm tones and press either the Select soft key or the key. Adding Tasks to the To Do List 1. In Idle mode, press the Menu soft key to access menu mode. 2.
Page 80: Calculator
• Edit: allows you to edit a task. You can change the text priority, and/or deadline for the task. • Move: allows you to move a task. • Copy: allows you to copy a task. • Delete: deletes a task. •...
Page 81: Record Audio
Record Audio 5. Press the Equal soft key or the key to perform the operation and view your results in the Answer field of the Calculator screen. 6. Repeat steps 3 to 5 as many times as required. 7. When you have finished, press the key.
Page 82 7. Press the Select soft key or the key to play recording. During playback the following playback options are available. • Stop • Play • Rewind • Fast Forward • Pause 8. Press the Options soft key to display the following •...
Page 83 Record Audio • Send: allows you to send the recorded audio to other people by using the MMS feature. For details about sending a Multimedia message, see "Creating and Sending a Multimedia Message" on page 59 • Rename: allows you to rename the recording. •...
Page 84: Unit Conversion
Changing Record Audio Settings You can change the default settings for using Record Audio. 1. In Idle mode, press the Menu soft key to access menu mode. 2. Select Applications. Highlight Record Audio and press the Select soft key or the key.
Page 85: Timer
Timer 2. Select Applications. Highlight Unit Conversion and press the Select soft key or the key. The unit conversion sub menu appear display. • Length • Weight • Volume • Area • Temperature 3. Use the navigation key to highlight a conversion option and press the Select soft key or 4.
Page 86: Stopwatch
5. Press the Start soft key to start timer. Press the Stop soft key to stop timer. Stopwatch You can use this menu to set a stop watch. 1. Press the OK soft key to start the stopwatch. You can take up to four laptimes by pressing the OK softkey. 2.
Page 87: Media Net
Launching the WAP Browser Media Net Your phone is equipped with a WAP (Wireless Application Protocol) browser which allows you to access Internet sites specified for mobile phones. This section explains how to access the WAP services of your service provider and navigate the WAP browser. Launching the WAP Browser 1.
Page 88: Downloading Multimedia Files
• Entering a URL address manually; use the Go To URL option on the browser menu list or http:// menu. Navigating the WAP Browser • To scroll through browser items, press the Up or Down navigation keys. • To select a browser item, press the key.
Page 89: Favorites
Favorites Favorites While navigating the WAP browser, you can bookmark the site to quickly and easily access it at a future time. The URL addresses of the book marked sites are stored in the Favorites folder, wherein you can use the 7-preset URL addresses and store your favorite URL addresses.
Page 90: Deleting A Bookmark
6. Enter a name for the bookmark and press the OK soft key or key. The bookmark name displays in the selected location. 7. When you have finished, press the key. Editing a Bookmark 1. From the Favorites list, select the bookmark you want to change.
Page 91: Browser Profiles
Browser Profiles Browser Profiles You can set up 5 server profiles for the WAP browser. 1. In Idle mode, press the Menu soft key to access menu mode and select Media Net and press the Select soft key or the key.
Page 92: Clear Cache
• Login ID : enter the Login ID required to connect to the GPRS network. • Password: enter the password required to connect to the GPRS network. • GSM Setting: The following options are available in the GSM Setting submenu: •...
Page 93: Sound Settings
Incoming Calls Sound Settings This section explains how to customize the sound settings for your phone. You can customize the settings related to various sounds for the phone, such as the call ringer, key tone, power on/off tone, slider tone, and so on. 1.
Page 94: Keypad Tone
Vibration then Melody: • the phone first vibrates three times and then starts ringing. Keypad Tone This menu allows you to select the tone and volume that the phone sounds when you press a key. The following options are available: •...
Page 95: Power On/Off
Power On/Off Periodic: • the phone alerts you to a new message every 2 minutes until you open the message. Power On/Off This menu allows you to select the melody that the phone sounds when it is switched on and off. To turn off the sound, select Off. Silent Mode This menu allows you to select how you are notified when silent mode is activated.
Page 96: My Media
My Media The My Media menu contains several entertainment options. Graphics In this menu, you can select a new wallpaper image from your collection of pre-provided and downloaded pictures. In addition, you can send the images to other phones. To select an image as wallpaper: 1.
Page 97: Audio
Audio Audio In this menu, you can select a new ringtone from your collection of pre-provided and downloaded ring tunes. In addition, you can record audio clips. Downloaded Ring Tunes To select a ringtone: 1. In Idle mode, press the Menu soft key to access Menu mode.
Page 98: Delete
Record Audio You can record audio clips using your phone’s microphone. After recording, you can send the audio clip to other people using Multimedia Messaging. For more information see "Record Audio" on page 81. Recorded Audio This menu shows all your recorded audio clips. Scroll to an audio clip and press the Select soft key.
Page 99: Address Book
Contact List Address Book You can store phone numbers and their corresponding names in both your phone’s memory and your SIM card. The two memory locations are physically separate but are used together whenever you look up a contact. 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 re-entered.
Page 100: New Entry
New Entry There are two ways to store a number: • Save key in the idle mode Using the soft key or the • New Entry Using the option in the Address Book menu Storing a Number in Idle Mode to your Phone’s memory 1.
Page 101 New Entry 5. Press OK soft key or the key to store the name and number. After storing, the phone displays the phone number and name you just stored. • To dial the number, press the key. • To return to the idle screen, press the Storing a Number Using the New Entry Option 1.
Page 102 5. Enter the new number and press the Save soft key. 6. Enter a name for this entry. To use the Entry Options press the Right soft key. For further details about how to enter characters see "Entering Text" on page 30. 7.
Page 103 New Entry 8. To return to the Idle screen, press the key. Using Address Book Entry Options While viewing any Address Book entry, press the Left soft key to use the options for the entry. The following options are available: •...
Page 104: Speed Dial
5. When your finished editing the Contact, press the OK soft key. Your changes are saved and a confirmation message appears. Dialing a Number from Address Book Once you have stored phone numbers in the Address Book, you can dial them easily and quickly by using the location numbers that were assigned to them in the Address Book.
Page 105 Speed Dial 2. Scroll to Speed Dial by pressing the Up or Down navigation key and press the Select soft key or the key. 3. Select the key to which you wish to assign the speed- dialing number, from the keys., and press the Select soft key or the key.
Page 106: Copy All To Phone
4. Select Edit Number and press the Select soft key. Using the alphanumeric keypad edit number and press OK. 5. When you have finished, press the key. Deleting Speed Dial Entries 1. In idle mode press the Menu soft key. Select Address Book and press the Select soft key or the key.
Page 107: My Mobile Number
My Mobile Number Highlight Address Book and press the Select soft key or key. 2. Scroll to Delete All using the Up or Down navigation keys and press the Select soft key or the key. 3. To place a check mark by the memory location you want to empty.
Page 108: Group Setting
Highlight Address Book and press the Select soft key or the key. 2. Select the My Mobile Number option by pressing the Up or Down key and press the Select soft key or the key. Group Setting 1. When the Idle screen displays, press the Menu soft key. Highlight Address Book and press the Select soft key or the key.
Page 109: Service Numbers
Service Numbers Service Numbers You can view the list of Service Numbers assigned by your service provider. These numbers include emergency numbers, directory enquiries and voice mail numbers. 1. When the Idle screen displays, press the Menu soft key. Highlight Address Book and press the Select soft key or key.
Page 110: Settings
Settings This section explains how to customize your settings for your phone. Time & Date This menu allows you to change the current time and date displayed. 1. In Idle mode, press the Menu soft key to access Menu mode. 2.
Page 111: Phone Settings
Phone Settings • Confirm first: the phone asks for a confirmation before the update. Note: Automatic updates of time and date does not change the time you have set for alarm settings or calendar memos. Phone Settings To customize the settings for your phone use the following steps: 1.
Page 112: Greeting Message
Greeting Message This menu allows you to set a greeting to be displayed briefly when the phone is switched on. Extra Settings You can turn the automatic redial or answer features on or off. 1. From the Phone Settings menu select Extra Settings. 2.
Page 113: Display Settings
Display Settings Display Settings In this menu, you can change various settings for the display or backlight. 1. In Idle mode, press the Menu soft key to access Menu mode. 2. Select Settings and highlight Display Settings and press the Select or key.
Page 114: Network Services
Backlight Time You can select the length of time the backlight is on. The backlight turns on when you press a key, when you open the phone or you receive a call or message, and remains on for the specified length of time. Brightness Control You can adjust the display brightness to see it better in different lighting conditions.
Page 115: Call Forwarding
Call Forwarding mode. 2. Select Settings and highlight Network Services. Press the Select soft key or the key. 3. Select a menu and then change the setting. If the menu has submenus, repeat as necessary. 4. When you have finished, press the Call Forwarding This network service enables incoming calls to be rerouted to the number that you specify.
Page 116: Call Waiting
5. Using the keypad enter the forwarding number and press the OK soft key or the key. Call Waiting This network service informs you when someone is trying to reach you during another call. You can specify individual call waiting options for voice calls and/or data calls.
Page 117: Network Selection
Network Selection 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. 1.
Page 118: Security Settings
Security Settings The Security feature enables you to restrict the use of your phone by the others and to restrict the types of calls. Various codes and passwords are used to protect the features of your phone. 1. In Idle mode, press the Menu soft key to access Menu mode.
Page 119 Security Settings Once you have entered a new PIN, you are asked to confirm it by entering it again. Phone Lock When the Phone Lock feature is enabled, the phone is locked and you must enter the 4- to 8-digit phone password each time the phone is switched on.
Page 120: Resetting Your Phone
SIM Lock When the SIM Lock feature is enabled, your phone only works with the current SIM. You must enter the SIM lock code to unlock the SIM so you can use a different SIM card. Once you have entered the lock code, you are asked to confirm your entry.
Page 121: Health And Safety
Health and Safety Information Health and Safety This section outlines the safety precautions associated with using your phone. These safety precautions should be followed to safety use your phone. Health and Safety Information Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals Certification Information (SAR) Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver.
Page 122 FCC. Tests for each model phone are performed in positions and locations (e.g. at the ear and worn on the body) as required by the FCC. Body-worn operations are restricted to Samsung-supplied, approved, or non-Samsung designated accessories that have no metal and must provide at least 1.5 cm separation between the device,...
Page 123: Consumer Information On Wireless Phones
Consumer Information on Wireless Phones phone, this site uses the phone FCC ID number which is usually printed somewhere on the case of the phone. Sometimes it may be necessary to remove the battery pack to find the number. Once you have the FCC ID number for a particular phone, follow the instructions on the website and it should provide values for typical or maximum SAR for a particular phone.
Page 124 Do wireless phones pose a health hazard? The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using wireless phones. There is no proof, however, that wireless phones are absolutely safe. Wireless phones emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used.
Page 125 Consumer Information on Wireless Phones • "Cooperate in providing users of wireless phones with the best possible information on possible effects of wireless phone use on human health. FDA belongs to an interagency working group of the federal agencies that have responsibility for different aspects of RF safety to ensure coordinated efforts at the federal level.
Page 126 Animal experiments investigating the effects of radio frequency energy (RF) exposures characteristic of wireless phones have yielded conflicting results that often cannot be repeated in other laboratories. A few animal studies, however, have suggested that low levels of RF could accelerate the development of cancer in laboratory animals.
Page 127 Consumer Information on Wireless Phones because the interval between the time of exposure to a cancer-causing agent and the time tumors develop - if they do - may be many, many years. The interpretation of epidemiological studies is hampered by difficulties in measuring actual RF exposure during day-to-day use of wireless phones.
Page 128 What steps can I take to reduce my exposure to radio frequency energy from my wireless phone? If there is a risk from these products - and at this point we do not know that there is - it is probably very small. But if you are concerned about avoiding even potential risks, you can take a few simple steps to minimize your exposure to radio frequency energy (RF).
Page 129 Consumer Information on Wireless Phones children was strictly precautionary; it was not based on scientific evidence that any health hazard exists. Do hands-free kits for wireless phones reduce risks from exposure to RF emissions? Since there are no known risks from exposure to RF emissions from wireless phones, there is no reason to believe that hands-free kits reduce risks.
Page 130: Medical Equipment
making false and unsubstantiated claims. According to FTC, these defendants lacked a reasonable basis to substantiate their claim. What about wireless phone interference with medical equipment? Radio frequency energy (RF) from wireless phones can interact with some electronic devices. For this reason, FDA helped develop a detailed test method to measure electromagnetic interference (EMI) of implanted cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators from wireless telephones.
Page 131: Road Safety
Road Safety • Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA): http://www.osha.slc.gov/SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/ index.html • National institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH): http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/emfpg.html • World health Organization (WHO): http://www.who.int/peh-emf/ • International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection: http://www.icnirp.de • National Radiation Protection Board (UK): http://www.nrpb.org.uk •...
Page 132 3. Position your wireless phone within easy reach. Be able to access your wireless phone without removing your eyes from the road. If you get an incoming call at an inconvenient time, let your voice mail answer it for you. 4.
Page 133: Operating Environment
Operating Environment 9. Use your wireless phone to help others in emergencies. If you see an auto accident, crime in progress or other serious emergency where lives are in danger, call 9-1-1 or other local emergency number, as you would want others to do for you.
Page 134: Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices
Using Your Phone Near Other 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...
Page 135: Potentially Explosive Environments
Potentially Explosive Environments information. Switch your phone off in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy. Vehicles RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles.
Page 136: Emergency Calls
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 137: Fcc Notice And Cautions
FCC Notice and Cautions with it because they could hurt themselves and others, damage the phone or make calls that increase your phone bill. FCC Notice and Cautions FCC Notice The phone may cause TV or radio interference if used in close proximity to receiving equipment.
Page 138: Product Performance
• Check regularly that all wireless phone equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly. • Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases or explosive materials in the same compartment as the phone, its parts or accessories. • For vehicles equipped with an air bag, remember that an air bag inflates with great force.
Page 139: Availability Of Various Features/Ring Tones
Availability of Various Features/Ring Tones Anytime the Power Save feature is activated, a message displays on the screen. When a signal is found, your phone returns to standby mode. Understanding How Your Phone Operates Your phone is basically a radio transmitter and receiver. When it's turned on, it receives and transmits radio frequency (RF) signals.
Page 140: Battery Standby And Talk 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 141: Care And Maintenance
For safe disposal options for Li-ion batteries, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service center. Always recycle. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. Care and Maintenance Your phone is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care.
Page 142 • Do not store the phone in hot areas. High temperatures can shorten the life of electronic 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.
Page 143: Warranty
(d) malfunctions resulting from the use of Product in conjunction with accessories, products, or ancillary/peripheral equipment not furnished or approved by SAMSUNG; (e) defects or damage from improper testing, operation, maintenance, Warranty 143...
Page 144 80% of rated capacity or the battery leaks, and this Limited Warranty does not cover any battery if (i) the battery has been charged by a battery charger not specified or approved by SAMSUNG for charging the battery, (ii) any of the seals on the battery are broken or show evidence of tampering, or (iii) the battery has been used in equipment other than the SAMSUNG phone for which it is specified.
Page 145 Limited Warranty, Purchaser must pay all parts, shipping, and labor charges for the repair or return of such Product. What Are the Limits On SAMSUNG’s Liability? EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY CONTAINED HEREIN, PURCHASER TAKES THE PRODUCT “AS IS,” AND SAMSUNG...
Page 146 FOR DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR GROSS NEGLIGENCE) OR FAULT COMMITTED BY SAMSUNG, ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES, OR FOR ANY BREACH OF CONTRACT OR FOR ANY CLAIM BROUGHT AGAINST PURCHASER BY ANY OTHER PARTY. SOME STATES/PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW...
Page 147 Limited Warranty. The agents, employees, distributors, and dealers of SAMSUNG are not authorized to make modifications to this Limited Warranty, or make additional warranties binding on SAMSUNG. Accordingly, additional...
Page 148: Index
Index Making a Call 19 Redialing Last Number silent mode 22 Add New Words to T9 Call Waiting Dictionary Charging battery Address Book Create Text Message, Text Dialing a Number 104 Message Editing an Entry 103 creating 54 Editing an Existing Ad- Creating and Sending New dress Book Entry 103 New Entry 100...
Page 149 Multi-Party Call Dropping One Partici- Functions and Options pant 28 Private Conversation 28 Games Mute, Volume Memory Status 69 mute 25 My Games 68 My Mobile Number Settings 68 Getting Started Network Services Activating Your Phone Call Forwarding 115 Call Waiting 116 Voice Mail.
Page 150 Data Call Time 53 ranty 143 Switching on/off Data Volume 53 Delete All 52 phone 11 Viewing Calls Made 51 Viewing Calls Received T9 mode Text Input Mode Viewing Missed Calls 49 Changing 31 Record Audio Text Messages Resetting Your Phone Time &...

Samsung SGH-x497 Series User Manual

Table of Contents

Getting Started

Your Phone

Call Functions

Entering Text

Menu Navigation

Recent Calls

Messaging

Games

Applications

Media Net

Sound Settings

My Media

Address Book

Settings

Health and Safety

Warranty

Index

Quick Links

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