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Samsung M8800 User Manual

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Printed in Korea
World Wide Web
Code No.:GH68-20596A
http://www.samsungmobile.com
English (EU). 09/2008. Rev. 1.0

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  • Page 1 Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone depending on the software of the phone or your service provider. Printed in Korea World Wide Web Code No.:GH68-20596A http://www.samsungmobile.com English (EU). 09/2008. Rev. 1.0...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Samsung M8800 user manual...

  • Page 3: Instructional Icons

    Instructional icons using this Before you start, familiarise yourself with the icons you will see in this manual: manual Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution—situations that could cause This user manual has been specially damage to your phone or other designed to guide you through the functions and equipment features of your mobile phone.

  • Page 4: Important Usage Information

    Copyright information → Followed by—the order of options or Rights to all technologies and products that menus you must select to perform a step; for example: Tap Menu → comprise this device are the property of their → Create message Messages respective owners: (represents Menu, followed by...
  • Page 5 ABOUT DIVX VIDEO ® DivX is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an official DivX Certified device that ® plays DivX video. Plays DivX video up to ® 320x240. May play DivX video up to 720x480. ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND ®...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    safety and usage information Safety warnings .......... 2 contents Safety precautions ........4 Important usage information ....... 6 introducing your mobile phone Unpack ............. 10 Phone layout ..........11 Keys ............12 Display ............. 13 Icons ............13 assembling and preparing your mobile phone Install the SIM or USIM card and battery ...
  • Page 7 Use basic call functions ......23 Use Java-powered games and applications . Send and view messages ......25 Add and find contacts ......28 Create and view world clocks ....51 Use basic camera functions ...... 28 Set and use alarms ........52 Listen to music .........

  • Page 8: Introducing Your Mobile Phone

    In this section, learn about your mobile phone’s The items supplied with your phone may vary layout, keys, display, and icons. depending on the software and accessories available in your region or offered by your service provider. You can obtain additional accessories from your local Samsung dealer.

  • Page 9: Phone Layout

    Phone layout The rear of your phone includes the following keys and features: The front of your phone includes the following keys and features: Multifunction jack Speaker Flashbulb Front camera Earpiece Rear camera lens for video Volume key lens calls Light sensor Memory card Battery cover...

  • Page 10: Keys

    Keys Function Look or unlock the touch Hold Function screen and keys Make or answer a call; In Idle mode, retrieve recently Volume Adjust the phone’s volume Dial dialled, missed, or received numbers In Idle mode, open your Mode In Menu mode, return to the photos (press and hold) Back previous level...

  • Page 11: Display

    Display Icons Your phone’s display consists of the following Learn about the icons that appear on your areas: display. Icon Definition Icon line Displays various icons Signal strength GPRS network connected Transferring data via GPRS network Text and graphic area Displays messages, EDGE network connected instructions, and...
  • Page 12 Icon Definition Icon Definition Voice call in progress New text message (SMS) Video call in progress New multimedia message (MMS) Memory card inserted New email message Alarm activated New voice mail message Browsing the web New push message Connected to secured web page New configuration message Roaming (outside of normal service New video message...
  • Page 13 Icon Definition Configuration message full Normal profile activated Silent profile activated Driving profile activated Meeting profile activated Outdoor profile activated Offline profile activated Battery power level Current time...

  • Page 14: Assembling And Preparing Your Mobile Phone

    Install the SIM or USIM card and assembling and battery When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive a Subscriber Identity Module, or SIM preparing your card, with subscription details, such as your personal identification number (PIN) and optional mobile phone services.
  • Page 15 To install the SIM or USIM card and battery, 2. Insert the SIM or USIM card. 1. Remove the battery cover. Place the SIM or USIM card in the phone with the gold-coloured contacts facing down. If the phone is on, press and hold [ ] to Without inserting a SIM or USIM card, you turn it off.

  • Page 16: Charge The Battery

    Charge the battery 3. Insert the battery. Before using the phone for the first time, you must charge the battery. 1. Open the cover to the multifunction jack and plug the small end of the travel adapter into the multifunction jack. With the triangle facing up...

  • Page 17: Insert A Memory Card (Optional)

    3. When the battery is fully charged (the 1. Open the cover to the memory card slot on icon is no longer moving), unplug the travel the side of the phone. adapter from the power outlet. 2. Insert a memory card with the label side 4.

  • Page 18: Using Basic Functions

    Turn your phone on and off using basic To turn your phone on, 1. Press and hold [ 2. Enter your PIN and tap Confirm (if functions necessary). 3. Calibrate your screen by following the screen. Learn how to perform basic operations and use the main features of your mobile phone.

  • Page 19: Access Menus

    To switch to the Offline profile, tap Menu → Switch applications Settings → Phone profiles → Offline. Learn to switch to other applications from a Follow all posted warnings and directions menu, without closing the menu screen you are from official personnel when in areas where using.

  • Page 20: Use Widgets

    Use widgets Change the widgets 1. In Idle mode, tap Menu → Settings → Learn to use widgets on the toolbar. Display and light → Widget. 2. Select the widgets you want to include to Open the toolbar the toolbar and tap Save. In Idle mode, tap the arrow at the top left of the screen to open the toolbar.

  • Page 21: Change Your Ringtone

    Change your ringtone Lock your phone 1. In Idle mode, tap Menu → Settings → 1. In Idle mode, tap Menu → Settings → Phone profiles. Security. 2. Tap next to a profile you want. 2. Tap On under Phone lock. 3.

  • Page 22: Make A Call

    Make a call Use the speakerphone feature 1. During a call, tap Speaker → Yes to 1. In Idle mode, tap Keypad and enter an area code and a phone number. activate the speaker. 2. Press [ ] or tap Voice call to dial the 2.

  • Page 23: Send And View Messages

    Send and view messages Send an email 1. In Idle mode, tap Messages → Create Learn to send and view text (SMS), multimedia message → Email. (MMS), and email messages. 2. Tap Tap to add recipient → Enter manually. Send a text or multimedia message 3.
  • Page 24 Change the text input method You can use the following text input modes: When you open the text input field, the virtual Mode Function keypad appears. Tap the down arrow next to Tap the appropriate virtual key until Keypad and select one of the following input the character you want appears on methods for entering text: the display.
  • Page 25 Enter text using the handwriting full Enter text using the handwriting box2 screen 1. Change the text input method to HandWriting Box2. 1. Change the text input method to Handwr. full sc. 2. Write each character in the writing area at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 26: Add And Find Contacts

    Add and find contacts Once you have found a contact, you can: • call the contact by tapping or pressing Learn the basics of using the Phonebook feature. • edit the contact information by tapping Edit Add a new contact 1.

  • Page 27: Capture Videos

    Capture videos 3. Aim the lens at the subject and make any adjustments. 1. Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to 4. Press the Camera key to take a photo. landscape view. The photo is saved automatically. 2. In Idle mode, press and hold the Camera key to turn on the camera.

  • Page 28: Listen To Music

    Tag faces in your photos To make calls or send messages from photos, 1. Select a photo with a face tag by pressing Learn to tag faces in your photos and make and holding [Mode]. calls or send messages from photos. Before making calls or sending messages, you must 2.
  • Page 29 • Download from the wireless web. p. 32 Skip forward; Scan forward in a • Download from a PC with the optional file (tap and hold) Samsung PC Studio. p. 37 Adjust the volume up or down • Receive via Bluetooth. p. 41...

  • Page 30: Browse The Web

    Browse the web Bookmark your favourite web pages 1. In Idle mode, tap Menu → Applications → Learn to access and bookmark your favourite Browser → Bookmarks. web pages. 2. Tap Add. Browse web pages 3. Enter a page title and a web address (URL). 1.

  • Page 31: Using Advanced Functions

    Use advanced call functions using advanced Learn about your phone’s additional calling capabilities. functions View and dial missed calls Your phone will display calls you have missed on the display. To dial the number of a missed Learn how to perform advanced operations call, and use additional features of your mobile 1.

  • Page 32: Dial A Second Call

    Dial a second call Make a multiparty call (conference call) If your network supports this function, you can dial another number during a call: 1. Call the first party you want to add to the multiparty call. 1. Tap Hold to place the first call on hold. 2.

  • Page 33: Set Speed Dial Numbers

    Call a contact from Phonebook 3. Tap Save. You can call numbers directly from Phonebook You can send your namecard by attaching it using stored contacts. p. 28 to a message or email or transferring it via the Bluetooth wireless feature. 1.

  • Page 34: Create A Group Of Contacts

    Create a group of contacts Create a text template 1. In Idle mode, tap Messages → Templates By creating groups of contacts, you can assign → Text templates. group names, ringtones, caller ID photos, and vibration type to each group or send messages 2.

  • Page 35: Use Advanced Music Functions

    Create a message from a multimedia template 3. Run Samsung PC Studio and copy files from the PC to the phone. 1. In Idle mode, tap Messages → Templates → Multimedia templates.

  • Page 36: Create A Playlist

    4. Using an optional PC data cable, connect 5. Select Sync digital media files to this the multifunction jack on your phone to a device in the pop-up window on the PC. 6. Edit or enter your phone’s name in the pop- When connected, a pop-up window will up window (if necessary), and then click appear on the PC.
  • Page 37 7. Select the new playlist. 3. Tap Yes to confirm (if necessary). 8. Tap Add → Tracks. The radio scans and saves available stations automatically. 9. Select the files you want to include and tap Add. Find information of music Customise your music player Learn to access an online music service and settings...

  • Page 38: Using Tools And Applications

    Use the Bluetooth wireless using tools and feature Learn about your phone’s ability to connect to other wireless devices for exchanging data and applications using hands-free features. Turn on the Bluetooth wireless Learn how to work with your mobile phone’s feature tools and additional applications.
  • Page 39 Find and pair with other Bluetooth- Receive data using the Bluetooth enabled devices wireless feature 1. In Idle mode, tap Menu → Applications → 1. Enter the PIN for the Bluetooth wireless Bluetooth → Search. feature and tap OK (if necessary). 2.

  • Page 40: Activate And Send An Sos Message

    To use Remote SIM mode, start the Bluetooth 6. Select a phone number (if necessary). connection from a Bluetooth hands-free car kit. 7. Tap OK to save the recipients. 8. Tap Repeat and set the number of times to The Bluetooth hands-free car kit must be repeat the SOS message.

  • Page 41: View The Phone Display On A Tv

    3. Tap On to turn on the mobile tracker. Your files may not display correctly, due to 4. Tap Recipients to open the recipient list. differences in video systems or quality of the TV display. The Bluetooth stereo headset 5. Tap the recipient field. and zoom functions will not work in TV-out 6.

  • Page 42: Edit Images

    3. Control the playback using the following 4. Select a variation of the effect to apply and icons: tap Done. To apply a blur effect to a specific area of Icon Function an image, move or resize the rectangle and Pause playback tap Blur →...
  • Page 43 Crop an image 5. When you are finished with adjustment, tap Files → Save as. 1. In Idle mode, tap Menu → My files → Images → My photos → a photo file. 6. Select a memory location (if necessary). 7.

  • Page 44: Print Images

    Print images 5. Tap Done. 6. When you are finished adding visual Learn to print your image with an optional PC features, tap Files → Save as. data cable or the Bluetooth wireless feature. 7. Select a memory location (if necessary). To print an image using an optional PC data 8.

  • Page 45: Edit Videos

    Edit videos 8. Tap Trim. 9. When you are finished, tap More → Export Learn to edit video files and apply visual effects. → Video → Yes. To save the project for future use, tap More Trim any segment → Files → Save project. The project will be 1.
  • Page 46 3. Select an image or video category → an 6. Tap to play the video and tap Split point → Split to divide the file into two image or video → Add. clips. For an image, select the duration that the 7.

  • Page 47: Synchronise Data

    Add sound track Synchronise data 1. In Idle mode, tap Menu → Applications → Learn to synchronise Phonebook, Calendar, Video editor. Task, and Memo with the web server you have 2. Tap Files → Import image or Import specified. video. 3.

  • Page 48: Use Rss Reader

    Use RSS reader Customise RSS reader settings 1. In Idle mode, tap Menu → Applications → Learn to use RSS reader to get the latest news RSS reader. and information from your favourite websites. 2. Tap More → Settings → Network settings.

  • Page 49: Create And View World Clocks

    Play games Create a world clock 1. In Idle mode, tap Menu → Applications → 1. In Idle mode, tap Menu → Organiser → Games and more. World clock. 2. Select a game from the list and follow the 2. Tap Add. onscreen instructions.

  • Page 50: Set And Use Alarms

    Set and use alarms Deactivate an alarm 1. In Idle mode, tap Menu → Alarms. Learn to set and control alarms for important 2. Tap Off next to the alarm you want to events. deactivate. Set a new alarm 1. In Idle mode, tap Menu → Alarms. Use the calculator 2.

  • Page 51: Set A Countdown Timer

    Set a countdown timer Create a new task 1. In Idle mode, tap Menu → Applications → 1. In Idle mode, tap Menu → Organiser → Timer. Task. 2. Enter hours or minutes to count down. 2. Tap Create task. 3.
  • Page 52 2. From the sketch toolbar, tap to change 3. Using the tools, make a sketch. the tool type. You have the following tools: 4. To add motion to the sketch, use one of the following methods: Tool Function • Tap More → Motion → Preset → a Select the line type;...

  • Page 53: Manage Your Calendar

    Manage your calendar Learn to change the calendar view and create events. Change the calendar view 1. In Idle mode, tap Menu → Organiser → Calendar. 2. Tap More → View by day or View by week. Create an event 1.

  • Page 54: Troubleshooting

    troubleshooting If you are having trouble with your mobile phone, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a service professional. While using your phone, the following Message Try this to solve the problem: messages may appear: When using the phone for the Message Try this to solve the problem: first time or when the PIN...
  • Page 55 Your phone displays “Service Another caller cannot reach you. unavailable” or “Network error.” • Ensure that your phone is turned on. • Ensure that you have accessed the right • When you are in areas with weak signals or cellular network. poor reception, you may lose reception.
  • Page 56 The audio quality of the call is poor. Your phone is hot to the touch. • Ensure that you are not blocking the phone’s When you use several applications at once, internal antenna. your phone requires more power and may heat •...

  • Page 57: Health And Safety Information

    Specific Absorption Rate (SAR). The SAR is a measure Health and safety information of the rate of absorption of RF energy by the human body expressed in units of watts per kilogram (W/kg). Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals The FCC requires wireless phones to comply with a safety limit of 1.6 watts per kilogram (1.6 W/kg).

  • Page 58: Consumer Information On Wireless Phones

    (RF) exposure tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines from wireless phones. The FDA publication includes the whenused with a Samsung accessory designated for following information: this product or when used with an accessory that...

  • Page 59: Wireless Phones

    agencies. When the phone is located at greater have not been confirmed by additional research. In distances from the user, the exposure to RF is some cases, other researchers have had difficulty in drastically lower because a person's RF exposure reproducing those studies, or in determining the decreases rapidly with increasing distance from the reasons for inconsistent results.
  • Page 60 • “Design wireless phones in a way that minimizes FDA shares regulatory responsibilities for wireless any RF exposure to the user that is not necessary phones with the Federal Communications Commission for device function; and (FCC). All phones that are sold in the United States must comply with FCC safety guidelines that limit RF •...
  • Page 61 yielded conflicting results that often cannot be repeated about long-term exposures, since the average period of in other laboratories. A few animal studies, however, phone use in these studies was around three years. have suggested that low levels of RF could accelerate What research is needed to decide whether RF the development of cancer in laboratory animals.
  • Page 62 angle at which the phone is held, or which model of oversight, obtaining input from experts in government, phone is used. industry, and academic organizations. CTIA-funded research is conducted through contracts to independent What is FDA doing to find out more about the investigators.
  • Page 63 RF, since the exposure level drops off dramatically wireless phones at all. For example, the government in with distance. For example, you could use a headset the United Kingdom distributed leaflets containing such and carry the wireless phone away from your body a recommendation in December 2000.

  • Page 64: Medical Equipment

    are used against the head or against the body. Either FTC, these defendants lacked a reasonable basis to configuration should result in compliance with the substantiate their claim. safety limit. What about wireless phone interference with medical equipment? Do wireless phone accessories that claim to shield the head from RF radiation work? Radio frequency energy (RF) from wireless phones can Since there are no known risks from exposure to RF...
  • Page 65 compatible phone and a compatible hearing aid at the • National institute for Occupational Safety and Health same time. This standard was approved by the IEEE in (NIOSH): 2000. • http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/emfpg.html FDA continues to monitor the use of wireless phones for •...

  • Page 66: Road Safety

    Road Safety incoming call at an inconvenient time, let your voice mail answer it for you. Your wireless phone gives you the powerful ability to 4. Let the person you are speaking with know you are communicate by voice, almost anywhere, anytime. But driving;...

  • Page 67: Operating Environment

    8. Use your wireless phone to call for help. Dial 9-1-1 “The wireless industry reminds you to use your phone safely when driving.” or other local emergency number in the case of fire, traffic accident or medical emergencies. Remember, For more information, please call 1-888-901-SAFE, or it is a free call on your wireless phone! visit our web-site www.wow-com.com 9.
  • Page 68 Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic • should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to Devices minimize potential interference. If you have any reason to suspect that interference is Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from taking place, switch your phone off immediately. radio frequency (RF) signals.

  • Page 69: Potentially Explosive Environments

    Vehicles areas), chemical plants or where blasting operations are in progress. RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or its but not always clearly marked. They include below deck representative regarding your vehicle.

  • Page 70: Emergency Calls

    Emergency Calls If certain features are in use (call barring, for example), you may first need to deactivate those features before This phone, like any wireless phone, operates using you can make an emergency call. Consult this radio signals, wireless and landline networks as well as document and your local cellular service provider.
  • Page 71 FCC Notice and Cautions if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to •This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC radio communications. However, there is no Rules. Operation is subject to the following guarantee that interference will not occur in a two conditions: (1) this device may not cause particular installation.

  • Page 72: Other Important Safety Information

    For vehicles equipped with an air bag, remember Changes or modifications made in the radio phone, not that an air bag inflates with great force. Do not expressly approved by Samsung, will void the user’s place objects, including both installed or portable authority to operate the equipment.

  • Page 73: Product Performance

    • Failure to observe these instructions may lead to the Anytime the Power Save feature is activated, a suspension or denial of telephone services to the message displays on the screen. When a signal is offender, or legal action, or both. found, your phone returns to standby mode.

  • Page 74: Battery Precautions

    • 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.

  • Page 75: Care And Maintenance

    For safe disposal options for Li-Ion batteries, contact warming first. your nearest Samsung authorized service center. Always recycle. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. • Do not leave the battery in hot or cold places, such...
  • Page 76 • Do not use the phone with a wet hand. Doing so • Do not paint the phone. Paint can clog the device's may cause an electric shock to you or damage to moving parts and prevent proper operation. the phone. •...

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