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Samsung SGH V206 User Manual

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Samsung Telecommunications America
1130 East Arapaho Road
Richardson, Texas 75081
1-800-SAMSUNG
www.samsungusa.com/wireless
© 2003 Samsung Telecommunications America. Samsung is a registered trademark of
Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its related entities. Specifications subject to change
without notice.
GH68-03698A / Rev.1.0

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  • Page 1: User Guide

    Samsung Telecommunications America 1130 East Arapaho Road Richardson, Texas 75081 1-800-SAMSUNG www.samsungusa.com/wireless © 2003 Samsung Telecommunications America. Samsung is a registered trademark of Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its related entities. Specifications subject to change without notice. GH68-03698A / Rev.1.0...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    * Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone, depending upon the software installed or services provided by your network service provider. * Licensed under U.S patent no.4,558,302 and foreign counterparts. Contents Important Safety Precautions ... 7 Unpacking ...
  • Page 3 Contents Options During a Call ... 46 Putting a Call on Hold... 46 Switching the Microphone Off (Mute) ... 47 Muting/Sending Key Tones... 48 Searching for a Number in the Phonebook... 48 Using the Message Service... 49 Answering a Second Call... 49 Making a Multiparty Call ...
  • Page 4 Contents Funbox ... 110 Games (Menu 9.1) ... 110 WAP Browser (Menu 9.2) ... 110 Downloads (Menu 9.3)... 116 Solving Problems ... 117 Access Codes ... 120 Phone Password ... 121 PIN... 121 PUK ... 122 PIN2 ... 122 PUK2 ... 123 Health and Safety Information ...

  • Page 5: Important Safety Precautions

    Important Safety Precautions Read these guidelines before using your wireless phone. Failure to comply with them may be dangerous or illegal. Road Safety at All Times Do not use a hand-held phone while driving; park the vehicle first. Switching Off When Refueling Do not use the phone at a refueling point (service station) or near fuels or chemicals.

  • Page 6: Unpacking

    Do not cut off the call until given permission to do so. Water Resistance Your phone is not water-resistance. Keep it dry. Accessories and Batteries Use only Samsung-approved accessories and batteries. Qualified Service Only qualified service personnel may install or repair your phone.

  • Page 7: Your Phone

    Your Phone Phone Layout The following illustrations show the main elements of your phone. Folder Camera key Soft key (left) Ear-microphone jack Dial/menu confirmation key Volume/menu browse keys Cancel/ correction key IrDA port Special function keys Camera module Earpiece Display Navigation keys Soft key (right)

  • Page 8: Display

    Your Phone Description (continued) Makes or answers a call. When held down in idle mode, recalls the last number dialed or received. In menu mode, selects a menu function or stores information that you have entered (such as a name) in the phone or SIM memory.
  • Page 9 Your Phone Icons Icon Description Shows the received signal strength. The greater the number of bars, the better the signal. Appears when a call is in progress. Appears when you are connected to GPRS network. Appears when the GPRS data connection is established.

  • Page 10: Service Light

    Your Phone Service Light The service light is below the external display on the folder cover. It flashes when services are available on the phone. To activate or deactivate the use of the service light, set the Service Light menu option (Menu 6.7.4);...

  • Page 11: Charging A Battery

    Your phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery. A travel adapter is provided with your phone for charging the battery. 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 phone to charge more slowly.

  • Page 12: Switching The Phone On/Off

    Getting Started 2. Plug the adapter into a standard AC wall outlet. 3. When charging is finished, unplug the adapter from the power outlet and from the phone by pressing the gray tabs on both sides of the connector and pulling the connector out. Low Battery Indicator When the battery is weak and only a few minutes of talk time remain, you will hear a warning tone and...

  • Page 13: Call Functions

    Call Functions Making a Call When the idle screen is displayed, enter the area code and phone number, and press the Note: If you have checked the Auto Redial option in the Extra Settings menu (Menu 6.8), the number is redialed automatically up to ten times when the person does not answer the call or is already on the phone;...

  • Page 14: Adjusting The Volume

    Call Functions Making a Call from the Phonebook You can store frequently dialed phone numbers with a name in the SIM card or the phone memory, using the Phonebook. You then simply select the required name to recall the associated number. For further details on the Phonebook features, refer to page 31.

  • Page 15: Viewing Missed Calls

    Call Functions Viewing Missed Calls If you are unable to answer a call for any reason, you can find out who called you, provided that this service is available, so that you can call the person back, if necessary. The number of missed calls is displayed on the idle screen immediately after a call was missed.

  • Page 16: Quickly Switching To Silent Mode

    Call Functions Quickly Switching to Silent mode The silent mode is convenient when discretion is required and you wish to stop the phone from making noise, in a theater for example. In idle mode, to switch your phone quickly to silent mode, simply press and hold down the the “Silent Mode”...

  • Page 17: Phonebook

    Selecting Functions and Options To view various functions/options available and select the one required: 1. Press the appropriate soft key. 2. To... Press the... select the: Select soft key or • function displayed key. • option highlighted view the next function key or or highlight the next the left side of the...

  • Page 18: Using Phonebook Entry Options

    Phonebook 4. Enter a name and press the OK soft key. The maximum length of a name depends on your SIM card. For information on how to enter characters, see page 40. 5. Press the right soft key, labeled To Card or To Phone to switch between the phone and card memories.

  • Page 19: Searching For A Number In The Phonebook

    Phonebook Use the key to change the number as required; refer to page 22 for further details. When you are ready to dial, press the key. Edit: allows you to edit the Phonebook entry. Select One Entry to change one number in the selected name.

  • Page 20: Editing A Caller Group

    Phonebook Searching for a Number by Caller Group 1. When the idle screen is displayed, press the Ph.Book soft key. 2. Scroll to Group Search by pressing the key and press the Select soft key. You are asked to enter a group name. 3.

  • Page 21: Speed-Dialing

    Phonebook Speed-dialing Once you have stored phone numbers in the SIM card, you can set up to eight speed-dial entries and then dial them easily whenever you want, simply by pressing the associated number key. Setting Up Speed-dial Entries 1. When the idle screen is displayed, press the Ph.Book soft key.

  • Page 22: Entering Text

    Entering Text When using your phone, you will often need to enter text. For example, when storing a name in the Phonebook, creating your personal greeting or scheduling events on your calendar. You can enter alphanumeric characters by using your phone’s keypad.

  • Page 23: Using The T9 Mode

    Entering Text Using the T9 Mode The T9 predictive text input mode allows you to key in any character using single keystrokes. This text input mode is based on a built-in dictionary. 1. When you are in T9 predictive text input mode, start entering a word by pressing keys .

  • Page 24: Using The Symbol Mode

    Entering Text Refer to the table below for more information about the characters available. Characters in the Order Displayed Upper Case Upper Case Space • To insert a space, press the • You can move the cursor by using the keys.

  • Page 25: Options During A Call

    Options During a Call Your phone provides a number of control functions that you can use during a call. Putting a Call on Hold You can place the current call on hold whenever you want. You can make another call while you have a call in progress if this service is supported by the network.

  • Page 26: Muting/Sending Key Tones

    Options During a Call Muting/Sending Key Tones These options allow you to turn the key tones off or on. If the Mute keys option is selected, your phone does not transmit the key tones. It allows you to press keys without hearing annoying key tones during a call.

  • Page 27: Making A Multiparty Call

    Options During a Call Making a Multiparty Call A multiparty call is a network service that allows up to six people to take part simultaneously in a multiparty or conference call. For more information, contact your service provider. Setting up the Multiparty Call 1.

  • Page 28: Using The Menus

    Using the Menus The phone offers a range of functions that allow you to tailor the phone to your needs. These functions are arranged in menus and sub-menus. The menus and sub-menus can be accessed by scrolling with the navigation keys or by using the shortcuts.
  • Page 29 Using the Menus 1. Text Messages (see page 58) 1.1 Inbox 1.2 Outbox 1.3 Write New 1.4 Templates 1.5 Settings 1.5.1 AWS SMS 1.5.2 Setting 2 1.5.3 Setting 3* 1.5.4 Setting 4* 1.5.5 Common Setting 1.6 My Objects 1.6.1 My EMS Melody 1.6.2 My EMS Picture 1.6.3 My EMS Animation 1.6.4 Delete All...
  • Page 30 Using the Menus 6. Phone Settings (see page 86) 6.1 Infrared Activate 6.2 My Settings 6.2.1 Wallpaper 6.2.2 Menu Style 6.3 Greeting Message 6.4 Own Number 6.5 Language 6.6 Security 6.6.1 PIN Check 6.6.2 Change PIN 6.6.3 Phone Lock 6.6.4 Change Password 6.6.5 FDN Mode 6.6.6 Change PIN2* 6.7 Display Settings...

  • Page 31: Text Messages

    Text Messages Short Message Service (SMS) allows you to send and receive short text messages to and from other GSM mobile phones. In addition, your phone supports the Enhanced Messaging Service (EMS), which enables you to make messages including simple pictures, melodies, and animations. You must subscribe this service to your service provider.

  • Page 32: Outbox (Menu 1.2)

    Text Messages Outbox (Menu 1.2) This message box is used to store the messages that you have already sent or will send. When you enter this menu, the list of messages in the box displays with the recipients’ phone numbers or names, if available in your Phonebook.

  • Page 33: Templates (Menu 1.4)

    Text Messages 3. Select Send Only or Save and Send, and press the Select soft key. If you want to just save the message, select Save Only. After saving the message, the phone returns to the Messages menu. 4. Select the memory where the message is saved and press the OK soft key.

  • Page 34: Settings (Menu 1.5)

    Text Messages Settings (Menu 1.5) In this menu, you can set up default SMS information. A setting group is a collection of settings required to send messages. The number of setting groups available depends on the capacity of your SIM card. Setting x (where x is the setting group number): each group has its own sub-menu.

  • Page 35: Memory Status (Menu 1.7)

    Text Messages Memory Status (Menu 1.7) This menu shows how many messages are currently stored in the SIM, phone and CB memories. You can delete all of the messages in each message box using the Delete all option (Menu 1.7.4). Select the message box, Inbox, Outbox or CB Message, To delete all of your messages at one time, select All Messages.

  • Page 36: Picture Messages

    Text Messages Receive: allows you to enable or disable the reception of broadcast messages. Channel List: allows you to indicate the channels from which you wish to receive broadcast messages. The following options are available: Select: used to enable or disable channels on the list by marking or unmarking them respectively (a check mark is displayed in front of each channel selected).

  • Page 37: Outbox (Menu 2.2)

    Picture Messages 2. To scroll through the message, press the key. While viewing a message, press the Options soft key to use the following options: Retrieve: shows you the message contents. Delete: deletes the message. More Information: shows you detailed information about the message.

  • Page 38: Write New (Menu 2.3)

    Picture Messages Write New (Menu 2.3) This menu allows you to create a new picture message and then send it to multiple destinations. Creating and Sending a Picture Message 1. Enter the subject of your message and press the OK soft key. For further details about entering characters, see page 40.

  • Page 39: Delete All (Menu 2.4)

    Picture Messages 9. If you want to send the message to multiple destinations, select Add Destination and press the Select soft key. 10.Repeat steps 7 to 9. You can enter up to 10 destinations. If you want to edit the destinations, select one and press the Select soft key.

  • Page 40: Call Records

    Call Records In this menu, you can view the: • missed, incoming or outgoing calls. • length of time of the calls you made or received. • cost of your calls. Note: You can access the numbers in the three types of call records by pressing the mode.

  • Page 41: Camera

    Call Records Total Incoming: the total length of all calls received since the timer was last reset. Reset Timers: the option used to reset the call timers; you must first enter the phone password (see page 121) and then press the OK soft key. Camera Using the camera module built in your phone, you can take pictures of people or events while on the...

  • Page 42: New Photo (Menu 4.2)

    Camera 3. Press the Take soft key or the picture. If you want to have the delay time of 10 seconds, press the After 10s soft key. 4. Press the Save soft key to save the photo. If you want to discard the picture and go back to the capture mode, press the Cancel soft key.

  • Page 43: Sound Settings

    Sound Settings You can use the Sound Settings feature to customize various settings, such as the: • ring melody, volume and type. • sounds made when you press a key, make an error or receive a message. Ring Tone (Menu 5.1) This option allows you to select the required ring melody.

  • Page 44: Message Tone (Menu 5.5)

    Sound Settings Message Tone (Menu 5.5) This option allows you to select how the phone informs you that a new message has been received. SMS Tone (Menu 5.5.1) This option allows you to select how the phone informs you that a new SMS message has been received.

  • Page 45: Phone Settings

    Note: For the best performance, use the optional data link cable. You can buy one from your local Samsung dealer. My Settings (Menu 6.2) You can change the background image and the display style of the menu mode according to your preference.

  • Page 46: Greeting Message (Menu 6.3)

    Phone Settings Greeting Message (Menu 6.3) This option allows you to set a greeting message to be displayed briefly when the phone is switched on. When you select this menu, the current message is displayed. To... Press the... clear the existing key and hold it down message until the message is cleared.
  • Page 47 Phone Settings Change PIN (Menu 6.6.2) This feature allows you to change your current PIN to a new one, provided that the PIN Check feature is enabled. You must enter the current PIN before you can specify a new one. Once you have entered a new PIN, you are asked to confirm it by entering it again.

  • Page 48: Display Settings (Menu 6.7)

    Phone Settings Display Settings (Menu 6.7) Contrast (Menu 6.7.1) This option allows you to adjust the contrast of the display screens to make them lighter or darker. To adjust the display contrast: 1. Select the required display, Main LCD or Front LCD, and press the Select soft key.

  • Page 49: Extra Settings (Menu 6.8)

    Phone Settings Extra Settings (Menu 6.8) You can turn the automatic redialing or answering features on or off. To turn a Press the... feature... ON soft key. A check mark is displayed in front of the option. OFF soft key. The check mark is no longer displayed.

  • Page 50: Organizer

    Organizer The Organizer feature enables you to: • view the calendar and organize your schedule. • define a list of things to do. • set the current date and time. • set the alarm so that the phone rings at a specific time, such as to remind you of an appointment for example.

  • Page 51: To Do List (Menu 7.2)

    Organizer Editing a Memo If you select a day for which a memo already exists, you can press the Edit soft key to edit the memo displayed. Note: For further details about how to enter characters, refer to page 40. Once you have finished editing the memo, press the OK soft key.

  • Page 52: Time And Date

    Organizer To... Then... edit an existing • highlight the task. task • press the Options soft key. • select the Edit option. • change the text, priority and/ or deadline for the task. sort the existing • press the Options soft key. tasks by priority •...

  • Page 53: Alarm (Menu 7.4)

    Organizer Alarm (Menu 7.4) This feature allows you to: • set the alarm to ring at a specific time • set the phone to switch on automatically and ring the alarm even if the phone is switched off (Autopower menu option set to Enable) The following options are available: Once Alarm: the alarm rings only once and is then deactivated.

  • Page 54: Currency Exchange (Menu 7.6)

    Organizer Currency Exchange (Menu 7.6) Using this menu option, you can make currency conversions. 1. Enter the current exchange rate of your source currency and press the soft key. You can insert a decimal point by pressing key. 2. Enter the amount to convert and press the OK soft key.

  • Page 55: Call Waiting (Menu 8.2)

    Network Services To set your call forwarding options: 4. Select the type of call forwarding by pressing key, and then press the Select soft key. 5. Select the type of calls to be forwarded by pressing the key, and then press the Select soft key.

  • Page 56: Network Selection (Menu 8.3)

    Network Services Network Selection (Menu 8.3) The Network Selection feature enables you to automatically or manually select the network used when roaming (outside your home area). Note: You can select a network other than your home network only if there is a valid roaming agreement between them.

  • Page 57: Wap Browser (Menu 9.2)

    Funbox The Funbox menu contains several fun options. Games (Menu 9.1) You can enjoy three games with your phone. Scroll to a game, using the press the Select soft key. For each game, the following options are available. To select an option, press the corresponding number key: New Game: allows you to start a game.
  • Page 58 Funbox Entering Text in the WAP Browser When you are prompted to enter text, the current text entry mode is indicated on the screen. To... Then... change press the modes times. enter a space press the edit text • set the cursor to the right of the character to be corrected.
  • Page 59 Funbox 2. Enter the address and press the Enter soft key. Note: For further details about how to enter characters, see page 40. 3. Enter a name for the bookmarks item and press the Enter soft key. After saving bookmarks items, you can use the following options by pressing the Options soft key: Goto URL: quickly accesses you to the site.

  • Page 60: Downloads (Menu 9.3)

    Funbox Push Message (Menu 9.2.5) In this menu, you can receive and access web messages from the server. The following options are available: Inbox: allows you to read the messages received from the web server. Receive: allows you to set whether or not your phone receives web messages.
  • Page 61 • the model and serial numbers of your phone • your warranty details • a clear description of the problem Then contact your local dealer or Samsung after- sales service. Solving Problems ); the number of bars indicates the signal...

  • Page 62: Phone Password

    Access Codes There are several access codes that are used by your phone and its SIM card. These codes help you protect the phone against unauthorized use. When requested for any of the codes explained below, key in the appropriate code (displayed as asterisks) and press the OK soft key.
  • Page 63 Access Codes The 8-digit PUK (PIN Unblocking Key) is required to change a disabled PIN. The PUK may be supplied with the SIM card. If not, or you have lost it, contact your service provider. To re-enable your PIN: 1. Key in the PUK and press the OK soft key. 2.

  • Page 64: Exposure To Radio Frequency (Rf) Signals

    Health and Safety Information Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S.

  • Page 65: Precautions When Using Batteries

    For Body Operation For body worn operation, this model phone has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with a Samsung-supplied or approved accessory designated for this product or when used with and accessory that contains no metal and that positions the handset a minimum from the body.

  • Page 66: Road Safety

    Health and Safety Information Road Safety Your wireless phone gives you the powerful ability to communicate by voice, almost anywhere, anytime. But an important responsibility accompanies the benefits of wireless phones, one that every user must uphold. When driving a car, driving is your first responsibility.

  • Page 67: Operating Environment

    Health and Safety Information Operating Environment Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area and always switch off your phone whenever it is forbidden to use it, or when it may cause interference or danger. When connecting the phone or any accessory to another device, read its user’s guide for detailed safety instructions.

  • Page 68: Potentially Explosive Atmospheres

    Health and Safety Information Potentially Explosive Atmospheres Switch off your phone when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.

  • Page 69: Other Important Safety Information

    Health and Safety Information Other Important Safety Information • Only qualified personnel should service the phone or install the phone in a vehicle. Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty applicable to the device. • Check regularly that all wireless phone equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly.

  • Page 70: Acknowledging Special Precautions And The Fcc And Industry Canada Notice

    Health and Safety Information • Do not paint the phone. Paint can clog the device’s moving parts and prevent proper operation. • Do not put the phone in or on heating devices, such as a microwave oven, a stove or a radiator. The phone may explode when overheated.

  • Page 71: Appendix A: Certification Information (Sar)

    The highest SAR values for this model phone as reported to the FCC are Head: 0.971W/Kg, Body-worn: 0.245W/Kg. Body-worn operations are restricted to Samsung-supplied, approved or none Samsung designated accessories that have no metal and must provide at least 1.5cm separation between the device, including its antenna whether extended or retracted, and the user’s body.

  • Page 72: Appendix B: Guide To Safe And Responsible Wireless Phone Use

    Appendix B: Guide to Safe and Responsible Wireless Appendix B: Guide to Safe and Responsible Wireless Phone Use Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association “Safety is the most important call you will ever make.” A Guide to Safe and Responsible Wireless Phone Use TENS OF MILLIONS OF PEOPLE IN THE U.S.
  • Page 73 Appendix B: Guide to Safe and Responsible Wireless 4. Suspend conversations during hazardous driving conditions or situations. Let the person you are speaking with know you are driving; if necessary, suspend the call in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions. Rain, sleet, snow and ice can be hazardous, but so is heavy traffic.

  • Page 74: Appendix C: Consumer Update On Wireless Phones

    Appendix C: Consumer Update on Wireless Phones “The wireless industry reminds you to use your phone safely when driving.” Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association For more information, please call 1-888-901-SAFE. For updates: http://www.wow-com.com/consumer/ issues/driving/articles.cfm?ID=85 Appendix C: Consumer Update on Wireless Phones U.S.
  • Page 75 Appendix C: Consumer Update on Wireless Phones Support needed research into possible biological effects of RF of the type emitted by wireless phones; Design wireless phones in a way that minimizes any RF exposure to the user that is not necessary for device function;...
  • Page 76 Appendix C: Consumer Update on Wireless Phones 5. 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.
  • Page 77 Appendix C: Consumer Update on Wireless Phones 8. Do wireless phone accessories that claim to shield the head from RF radiation work? Since there are no known risks from exposure to RF emissions from wireless phones, there is no reason to believe that accessories that claim to shield the head from those emissions reduce risks.
  • Page 78 Appendix C: Consumer Update on Wireless Phones Three large epidemiology studies have been published since December 2000. Between them, the studies investigated any possible association between the use of wireless phones and primary brain cancer, gioma, meningioma, or acoustic neuroma, tumors of the brain or salivary gland, leukemia, or other cancers.

  • Page 79: Glossary

    Glossary To help you understand the main technical terms and abbreviations used in this booklet and take full advantage of the features on your mobile phone, here are a few definitions. Active Flip Ability to answer a call simply by opening the phone.
  • Page 80 Glossary Phone Password Security code used to unlock the phone when you have selected the option to lock it automatically each time it switches on. PIN (Personal Identification Number) Security code that protects the phone/SIM against unauthorized use. It may be a four to eight-digit number and can be changed, as required.

  • Page 81: Index

    Index redialing automatically • Access codes • 120 time (3.4) • 77 Accessories • 9 via phonebook • 35 Active folder • 94 waiting (8.2) • 49, 107 Alarm, set (7.4) • 102 Camera (4) • 79 Alert type (5.3) • 83 Card Answering installing the SIM •...
  • Page 82 Index Muting pasting • 33 key tones • 48 searching/dialing • 35 microphone • 47 speed-dialing • 38 My objects (1.6) • 65 storing numbers/names Photos, take • 79 Picture message Names inbox (2.1) • 69 entering • 40 outbox (2.2) • 71 searching/dialing •...

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