Page 1 * Some of the contents of this manual may differ from your phone, depending on the software installed or your service provider. Printed in Korea Code No.:GH68-06130A World Wide Web http://www.samsungmobile.com English. 12/2004. Rev 1.1...
Page 2 GPRS TELEPHONE SGH-E850...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Important safety precautions ... 7 Unpacking ... 9 Your phone ... 10 Phone layout... 10 Display... 13 Camera ... 16 Getting started... 17 Installing the SIM card ... 17 Charging the battery... 19 Switching on or off the phone ... 21 Using the Keypad Lock feature ...
Page 4 Contents Entering text ... 47 Changing the text input mode ... 48 Using T9 mode ... 49 Using Alphabet mode ... 51 Using Number mode ... 52 Using Symbol mode ... 52 Options during a call ... 53 Putting a call on hold ... 53 Using the menu functions ...
Page 5 Sound settings ... 82 Ring tone (Menu 4.1) Ring volume (Menu 4.2) Alert type (Menu 4.3) Keypad tone (Menu 4.4) Message tone (Menu 4.5) Slider tone (Menu 4.6) Power on/off (Menu 4.7) Alert on call (Menu 4.8) Extra tones (Menu 4.9) Messages ...
Page 6 Contents Phone settings ... 148 Activate infrared Display settings Greeting message Own number (Menu 9.4) Language (Menu 9.5) Security (Menu 9.6) Extra settings (Menu 9.7) Short cut (Menu 9.8) Reset settings (Menu 9.9) Solving problems ... 158 Access codes ... 161 Phone password ...
Page 7: Important Safety Precautions
Important safety precautions Read these guidelines before using your wireless phone. Failure to comply with them may be dangerous or illegal. Road safety at all times Do not use a hand-held phone while driving; park the vehicle first. Switching off when refuelling Do not use the phone at a refuelling point (service station) or near fuels or chemicals.
Page 8: Emergency Call
Accessories and batteries Use only Samsung-approved accessories and batteries. Use of any unauthorised accessories could damage your phone and may be dangerous. Use only Samsung-approved batteries and recharge your battery only with Samsung-approved chargers. Qualified service Only qualified service personnel may repair your phone.
Page 9: Unpacking
Unpacking Your package contains the following items: Handset Battery You can obtain the following accessories for your phone from your local Samsung dealer: • Standard battery • Stylish handsfree car kit • Finger strap • Travel adapter Note: The items supplied with your phone and available accessories may be different, depending on your country or service provider.
Page 10: Your Phone
Your phone Phone layout The following illustrations show the main elements of your phone: Soft key (left) Volume/Menu browse keys IrDA port Dial key Alphanumeric keys Special function keys Earpiece Display Navigation (Up/ Down/Left/ Right) keys Soft key (right) WAP browser/ confirm key Power on/off/ menu exit key...
Page 11: Key Description
Your phone Key(s) Description Performs the functions indicated by the screen text above them, on the bottom line of the display. (soft keys) In Idle mode, allows you to access your favourite menu options directly. For further details about shortcuts, see page 157.
Page 12 Your phone Key(s) Description (continued) In Idle mode, accesses your voice mail when held down. Enters numbers, letters, and some special characters. Enters special characters. Performs various functions. (on the right side of the phone) In Idle mode, accesses the Camera menu to allow you to use the camera application.
Page 13: Display
Display Display layout The display has 3 areas: Menu Area First line Middle Last line Icons Text and graphics area Soft key function Phonebook indicators Description Displays various icons. See page 14. Displays messages, instructions, and any information that you enter, such as the number you are dialling.
Page 14: Icon Description
Your phone Icons Icon Description Shows the received signal strength. The greater the number of bars, the stronger the signal. Appears when you set an alarm to ring at a specified time. For details, see page 126. Appears when the IrDA port is active. For details, see page 148.
Page 15 Icon Description Appears when Silent mode is active or you set the phone to vibrate when you receive a call. For further details, see page 29 and page 83 respectively. Appears when Mute mode is active. For details, see page 55. Shows the level of your battery.
Page 16: Camera
Your phone Camera The embedded camera module on the right side of your phone allows you to take a photo and record a video while on the move. You can quickly access Capture mode by pressing and releasing the embedded camera. The camera will pop out, ready for use.
Page 17: Getting Started
Getting started Installing the SIM card When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, any optional services available, and so on. Important! The plug-in SIM card and its contacts can be easily damaged by scratches or bending, so be careful when handling, inserting, or removing the card.
Page 18 Getting started 3. Slide the SIM card into the SIM card socket, as shown, so that the card locks into position. Make sure the gold coloured contacts of the card face into the phone. Note: When you need to remove the SIM card, slide it upwards, as shown, and take it out of the socket.
Page 19: Charging The Battery
Your phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery. A travel charger comes with your phone for charging the battery. Use only approved batteries and chargers. Ask your local Samsung dealer for further details. The travel charger allows you to use the phone while the battery is charging, but this causes the phone to charge more slowly.
Page 20: Low Battery Indicator
Getting started 2. Plug the charger into a standard AC wall outlet. 3. When charging is finished, unplug the charger from the power outlet and disconnect it from the phone by pressing the buttons on both sides of the connector and pulling the connector out. Note: You must unplug the charger before removing the battery from the phone during charging;...
Page 21: Switching On Or Off The Phone
Switching on or off the phone 1. Press and hold the switches on. 2. If the phone asks you to enter a password, enter a password and press the Ok soft key or the key. The password is preset to “00000000” at the factory.
Page 22: Using The Keypad Lock Feature
Getting started Using the Keypad Lock feature You can open the phone to use the number keypad and close the phone to make it more compact. When you close the phone, the display turns off and the phone automatically locks the exposed function keys to keep them from being pressed accidentally.
Page 23: Call Functions
Call functions Making a call When the idle screen displays, enter the area code and phone number, then press the Note: When you activate the Auto redial option in the Extra settings menu (Menu 9.7), the phone will automatically redial up to 10 times if the person does not answer the call or is already on the phone.
Page 24: Ending A Call
Call functions Ending a call When you want to end your call, briefly press the key or close the phone. Redialling the last number The phone stores the numbers of the calls you’ve dialled, received or missed, if the call recipient or caller is identified.
Page 25: Adjusting The Volume
Call functions Making a call from Phonebook You can store phone numbers that you use regularly on the SIM card or in the phone’s memory. These entries are collectively called Phonebook. Once you have stored a number in Phonebook, you can dial it by pressing a few keys.
Page 26: Answering A Call
Call functions Answering a call When somebody calls you, the phone rings and displays the incoming call image. The caller’s phone number or name, if stored in Phonebook, displays. 1. If necessary, open the phone. 2. Press the answer the incoming call. When the Anykey answer option in the Extra settings menu (Menu 9.7) is activated, you can press any key to answer a call except for the...
Page 27: Viewing Missed Calls
Viewing missed calls When you are unable to answer a call for any reason, you can find out who called you so that you can call the person back. The number of calls you’ve missed displays on the idle screen immediately after a call is missed. To view a missed call immediately: 1.
Page 28: Deleting A Missed Call
Call functions 3. Press the Select soft key or the 4. Change the number. call the number store the number Deleting a missed call 1. Press the Options soft key or the 2. If necessary, press the Up or Down key to highlight the Delete option.
Page 29: Quickly Switching To Silent Mode
Quickly switching to Silent mode Silent mode is convenient when you wish to stop the phone from making noise, in a theatre for example. In Idle mode, press and hold the “Silent mode” message and the Vibration icon ( display. In Silent mode, instead of making sounds, your phone will vibrate, flash its light, or do nothing, depending on the function and situation.
Page 30: Selecting Functions And Options
Selecting functions and options Your phone offers a set of functions that allow you to customise it. These functions are arranged in menus and sub-menus, accessed using the two soft keys, you to view and alter the settings of a particular function.
Page 31: Selecting Options
In each main menu, one of the most popular sub menus is assigned to the left soft key example, if you select the Sound settings menu, Ring tone is assigned to the left soft key. This allows you to quickly access the most popular menus.
Page 32 Selecting functions and options In some functions, you may be asked for a password or PIN. Enter the code and press the Ok soft key or the Note: When you access a list of options, your phone highlights the currently active option. If, however, there are only two options, such as On/Off or Enable/Disable, your phone highlights the option that is not currently...
Page 33: Phonebook
Phonebook You can store phone numbers and their corresponding names in both your SIM card and your phone’s memory. They are physically separate but are used as a single entity, called Phonebook. Note: Depending on your particular SIM card, the maximum number of phone numbers the SIM card can store may differ.
Page 34 Phonebook 4. Select a memory location, either SIM or Phone, by pressing the Up or Down key and press the Select soft key or the Note: When you change phones, any numbers stored in your SIM card memory are automatically available with the new phone, whereas any numbers stored in the phone’s memory will need to be reentered.
Page 35: Storing A Number Using The Phonebook
Storing a number using the Phonebook menu 1. When the idle screen displays, press the Phonebook soft key. 2. Scroll to Add entry by pressing the Up or Down key and press the Select soft key or the 3. Select an icon to identify the category of the number to be stored by pressing the Left or Right key, and press the Select soft key or the key.
Page 36: Using Phonebook Entry Options
Phonebook Using Phonebook entry options While accessing any Phonebook entry, press the Options soft key or the key to access the options for the entry. The following options are available: Photo caller ID: allows you to assign one of the photos you took using the camera as a caller ID image to be displayed when you receive a call from the selected number.
Page 37 Phonebook Paste: allows you to paste the number into the normal dialling mode. Use this option to dial a number similar to one in Phonebook, such as a different extension in the same office. Use the C key to change the number as required; see page 23 for further details.
Page 38: Dialling A Number From Phonebook
Phonebook Dialling a number from Phonebook Once you have stored phone numbers in Phonebook, you can dial them easily and quickly by using the location numbers that were assigned to them in Phonebook. Note: If you cannot remember a location number, you must go into the Search option by pressing the Phonebook soft key to search for the entry by name.
Page 39: Speed Dialling
4. Press the Dial soft key, the key when you have selected the number you want. Speed dialling You can assign up to eight phone numbers from Phonebook that you use most frequently to the number keys (2 to 9), and then dial them easily whenever you want, simply by pressing and holding the associated number key.
Page 40: Searching For And Dialling A Number In Phonebook
Phonebook 6. Once you have assigned a number to the key, you can use the following options by pressing the Options soft key or the • Change: allows you to assign a different number to the key. • Delete: allows you to clear the setting so that no number is assigned to the key.
Page 41: Searching For A Number By Caller Group
2. Press the Select soft key or the Search highlights. You are asked to enter a name. 3. Enter the first few letters of the name that you want to find. The Phonebook entries are listed, highlighting the entry that most closely matches your input. 4.
Page 42 Phonebook 3. Enter the first few letters of the group name that you want to find. The caller groups are listed, starting with the group that most closely matches your input. 4. If necessary, scroll to a group by pressing the Up or Down key and press the View soft key or the key.
Page 43: Editing A Caller Group
Editing a caller group 1. When the idle screen displays, press the Phonebook soft key. 2. Scroll to Group edit by pressing the Up or Down key and press the Select soft key or the 3. Scroll through the group list by pressing the Up or Down key.
Page 44: Deleting All Of The Phonebook Entries
Phonebook Deleting all of the Phonebook entries You can delete all of the entries in the selected memory or both memories. 1. When the idle screen displays, press the Phonebook soft key. 2. Scroll to Delete all by pressing the Up or Down key and press the Select soft key or the 3.
Page 45: Checking The Memory Status
Checking the memory status You can check how many names and numbers are stored in Phonebook, in both the SIM card and the phone’s memories. You can also see the capacity of both memories. 1. When the idle screen displays, press the Phonebook soft key.
Page 46: Using The Service Dialling Numbers
Phonebook Using the service dialling numbers You can view the list of Service Dialling Numbers (SDN) assigned by your service provider. These numbers include emergency numbers, directory enquiries, and voice mail numbers. 1. When the idle screen displays, press the Phonebook soft key.
Page 47: Entering Text
Entering text When using your phone, you will often need to enter text, such as when storing a name in Phonebook, writing a message, creating your personal greeting or scheduling events on your calendar. You can enter alphanumeric characters by using your phone’s keypad.
Page 48: Changing The Text Input Mode
Entering text Changing the text input mode When you are in a field that allows characters to be entered, you will notice the text input mode indicator on the display. Example: Writing a text message Options To select T9 mode Alphabet mode Number mode Symbol mode...
Page 49: Using T9 Mode
Using T9 mode T9 is a predictive text input mode that allows you to key in any character using single keystrokes. This text input mode is based on a built-in dictionary. To enter a word in T9 mode: 1. When you are in T9 mode, start entering a word by pressing the keys 2 to 9.
Page 50 Entering text To add a new word into the T9 dictionary: 1. After pressing the keys corresponding to the word you want to add, press the 0 key or the Down key to display the alternative words. 2. When there are no more alternative words, the display shows Add on the bottom line.
Page 51: Using Alphabet Mode
Using Alphabet mode Use the 1 to 0 keys to enter your text. 1. Press the keys labelled with the letter you want: - Once for the first letter - Twice for the second letter - And so on 2. Select the other letters in the same way. Note: The cursor moves to the right when you press a different key.
Page 52: Using Number Mode
Entering text • To insert a space, press the • To shift case in Alphabet mode, use the There are three cases; Initial capital ( lock ( ), and Lower case ( • You can move the cursor by using the Left and Right keys.
Page 53: Options During A Call
Options during a call Your phone provides a number of control functions that you can use during a call. Putting a call on hold You can place the current call on hold whenever you want. You can make another call while you have a call in progress if your network supports this service.
Page 54: Using The Menu Functions
Options during a call When you have an active call and a call on hold, you may switch between the two calls, changing the one on hold to active and placing the other on hold. To switch between the two calls, simply press the Swap soft key.
Page 55: Switching Off The Microphone (Mute)
Switching off the microphone (Mute) You can temporarily switch off your phone’s microphone so that the other person on the phone cannot hear you. Example: You wish to say something to a person in the room, but do not want the person on the phone to hear you.
Page 56: Muting Or Sending Key Tones
Options during a call Muting or 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 DTMF (Dual Tone Multi- Frequency) tones of the keys, which allows you to press keys without hearing annoying key tones during a call.
Page 57: Searching For A Number In Phonebook
Searching for a number in Phonebook You can search for a number in Phonebook during a call. 1. Press the Options soft key or the 2. Press the Down key to highlight the Phonebook option. 3. Press the Ok soft key or the The Phonebook entries are listed.
Page 58: Call Waiting
Options during a call Call waiting You can answer an incoming call while you have a call in progress, if your network supports this service and you have set the Call waiting menu (Menu 3.3) to Activate; see page 78. You are notified of an incoming call by a call waiting tone.
Page 59 3. To join the first participant to the multi-party call, press the Options soft key or the and select the Join option. Press the Ok soft key or the 4. To add a new person to the multi-party call, call the new person in the normal way and press the Options soft key or the option and press the Ok soft key or the...
Page 60: Dropping One Participant
Options during a call Dropping one participant 1. Press the Options soft key or the select the Select one option. Press the Ok soft key or the The list of call participants appears. 2. Highlight a person from the list by pressing the Up or Down key and press the 3.
Page 61: Using The Menus
Using the menus The phone offers a range of functions that allow you to tailor it to your needs. These functions are arranged in menus and sub-menus. The menus and sub-menus can be accessed by scrolling using the Navigation keys or by using the shortcuts.
Page 62: Using Shortcuts
Using the menus 4. To scroll through the menus confirm the chosen setting return to the previous menu level exit the menu without changing the settings Using shortcuts The menu items, such as menus, sub-menus and options are numbered and can be accessed quickly by using their shortcut numbers.
Page 63: List Of Menu Functions
List of menu functions The following list shows the menu structure and indicates the number assigned to each option and the page where you can find a description of each feature. 1. SIM AT 2. Call records 2.1 Missed calls 2.2 Received calls 2.3 Dialled calls 2.4 Delete all...
Page 64 Using the menus 3. Network services 3.1 Call diverting 3.1.1 Divert always 3.1.2 Busy 3.1.3 No reply 3.1.4 Unreachable 3.1.5 Cancel all 3.2 Call barring 3.2.1 All outgoing 3.2.2 International 3.2.3 International except to home 3.2.4 All incoming 3.2.5 Incoming while abroad 3.2.6 Cancel all 3.2.7 Change barring password 3.3 Call waiting...
Page 65 5. Messages 5.1 Text messages 5.1.1 Create 5.1.2 Inbox 5.1.3 Outbox 5.1.4 Templates 5.1.5 Settings 5.2 Multimedia messages 5.2.1 Create 5.2.2 Inbox 5.2.3 Outbox 5.2.4 Draft 5.2.5 Templates 5.2.6 Settings 5.2.7 MMS profile 5.3 Push messages 5.3.1 Inbox 5.3.2 Receive 5.3.3 Delete all 5.4 Delete all 5.4.1 Text messages...
Page 66 Using the menus 6. Funbox (see page 114) 6.1 WAP browser 6.1.1 Home 6.1.2 Bookmarks 6.1.3 http:// 6.1.4 WAP profile 6.1.5 Clear cache 6.2 Games 6.3 Sounds 6.4 Images 6.5 Delete all 6.6 Memory status 6.6.1 Games 6.6.2 Sounds & Images 7.
Page 67 8. Camera (see page 139) 8.1 Take photos 8.2 My photos 8.3 Video 8.3.1 Record 8.3.2 Video clips 8.4 Memory status 9. Phone settings 9.1 Activate infrared 9.2 Display settings 9.2.1 Wallpaper 9.2.2 Menu style 9.2.3 Back light 9.2.4 Service light 9.2.5 Graphic logo 9.3 Greeting message 9.4 Own number...
Page 68: Sim At
SIM AT This menu is available if you use a SIM AT card that provides additional services, such as news, weather, sports, entertainment, and location services. Available services may vary, depending on your service provider’s plans. For further details, see your SIM card instructions or contact your service provider.
Page 69: Call Records
Call records In this menu, you can view the: • calls you have missed, received, or dialled. • length of your calls. • cost of your calls, if supported by your SIM card. Notes: • You can access the numbers in the 3 types of call records by pressing the •...
Page 70: Received Calls (Menu 2.2)
Call records Received calls This menu lets you view the 20 most recent calls you have received. The number or name, if available, displays together with the time and date the call was received. To dial the number, press the By pressing the Options soft key or the can access the following options: Edit: allows you to edit the number, if available,...
Page 71: Delete All (Menu 2.4)
Delete all (Menu 2.4) This menu allows you to delete all of the records in each call record separately. You can also delete all of your call records at one time. select a call record to clear place or remove a check mark 2.
Page 72: Call Time (Menu 2.5)
Call records Call time (Menu 2.5) This menu lets you view the timers for calls you have made and received. Note: The actual time invoiced by your service provider may vary, depending on network features, rounding-off for billing purposes, and so on.
Page 73: Call Costs (Menu 2.6)
Call records Call costs (Menu 2.6) This network feature lets you view the cost of calls. This menu may not be available depending on your SIM card. The following options are available: Last call cost: shows the cost of the last call you made.
Page 74: Network Services
Network services These menu functions are network services. Please contact your service provider to check their availability and subscribe to them, if you wish. Call diverting This network service enables incoming calls to be rerouted to a number that you specify. Example: You may wish to divert your business calls to a colleague while you are on holidays.
Page 75 2. Select the type of calls, voice or data, by pressing the Up or Down key, and then press the Select soft key or the The current status displays. If the option has already been set, the number to which the calls are diverted displays.
Page 76: Call Barring (Menu 3.2)
Network services Call barring The call barring network service allows you to restrict your calls. To set your call barring options: 1. Select a call barring option by pressing the Up or Down key, and then press the Select soft key or key.
Page 77 3. Press the Activate soft key to confirm your settings. 4. Enter your call barring password supplied by your service provider. The phone sends your settings to the network and the network’s acknowledgement displays. To deactivate specific call barring settings: 1.
Page 78: Call Waiting (Menu 3.3)
Network services 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: To set your call waiting options: 1. Select the type of calls, voice or data, to which you want to apply the call waiting option by pressing the Up or Down key, and then press the Select soft key or the...
Page 79: Network Selection (Menu 3.4)
Network selection The Network Selection feature enables you to automatically or manually select the network used when roaming outside of your home area. Note: You can select a network other than your home network only if there is a valid roaming agreement between the two.
Page 80: Caller Id (Menu 3.5)
Network services Caller ID (Menu 3.5) You can prevent your phone number from being displayed on the phone of the person being called. Note: Some networks do not allow the user to change this setting. The following options are available: Default: the default setting provided by the network is used.
Page 81 If there is no CUG index stored, you are prompted to add a new index when you select this option. Once you have added a CUG index, the list of current CUG indexes appears. Add a new CUG index as advised by your service provider, or delete a group.
Page 82: Sound Settings
Sound settings You can use the Sound settings menu to customise various settings, such as the: • ring melody, volume, and type. • sounds made when you press a key, receive a message, open or close the phone, or switch on or off your phone.
Page 83: Alert Type (Menu 4.3)
Sound settings Alert type (Menu 4.3) This menu allows you to specify how you are to be informed of incoming calls. The following options are available: Light only: the backlight of the keypad and the display flashes. Melody: the phone rings using the ring melody selected in the Ring tone menu (Menu 4.1).
Page 84: Message Tone (Menu 4.5)
Sound settings Message tone (Menu 4.5) This menu allows you to select how the phone will inform you that a new message has been received and how often it will happen. SMS tone (Menu 4.5.1) The following options are available for alerting you to new SMS messages: Off: the phone does not use an SMS tone.
Page 85 Sound settings MMS tone (Menu 4.5.3) The following options are available for alerting you to new MMS messages: Off: the phone does not use an MMS tone. Light only: the backlight of the keypad and the display flashes. Vibration: the phone vibrates. Single beep: the phone beeps once.
Page 86: Slider Tone (Menu 4.6)
Sound settings Slider tone (Menu 4.6) This menu allows you to select the tone that the phone sounds when you open or close the phone. To turn off the sound, select Off. Power on/off (Menu 4.7) This menu allows you to select the melody that the phone sounds when it is switched on or off.
Page 87: Extra Tones (Menu 4.9)
Extra tones You can customise additional tones for the phone. To turn a given tone Press the The following options are available: Error tone: sets whether or not the phone informs you when you make a mistake. Minute minder: sets whether or not the phone beeps every minute during an outgoing call to keep you informed of the length of your call.
Page 88: Messages
Messages Using the Messages menu, you can use various message features, such as: • short text messages • multimedia messages • WAP push messages • voice mail • cell broadcast messages Text messages (Menu 5.1) Short Message Service (SMS) allows you to send and receive short text messages to and from other GSM mobile phones.
Page 89 Create (Menu 5.1.1) In this menu, you can write and send a text message. Creating a simple text message 1. Create your message. You can create a message using standard Alphabet characters or special Uni-code characters, depending on the setting in the Character support menu;...
Page 90 Messages 3. Select Send only or Save and send, and press the Select soft key or the If you want to just save the message, select Save only. After saving the message, the phone returns to the Text messages menu screen. 4.
Page 91: Creating A Long Text Message
• Add content: allows you to add a sound, melody, picture, or animated image to the message. Select the category of the item to be added. In each category, you can select from the various factory-set items or items received from other sources, such as the Internet or other phones.
Page 92 Messages Inbox (Menu 5.1.2) This message box is used to store messages that you have received. When you enter this menu, the list of messages in the box displays with the senders’ phone numbers or names, if available in your Phonebook. 1.
Page 93 Move to SIM: allows you to move the message from the phone’s memory to the SIM card. This option is only available when you select a message stored in the phone’s memory. Select content: allows you to save media contents, such as sounds or images, from the message into your phone.
Page 94 Messages Move to phone: allows you to move the message from the SIM card to the phone memory. This option is only available when you select a message stored in the SIM card. Move to SIM: allows you to move the message from the phone memory to the SIM card.
Page 95 Settings (Menu 5.1.5) In this menu, you can set up default message 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. Notes: •...
Page 96 Messages Common settings: The following options are available: Reply path: allows the recipient of your message to send you a reply through your message centre, if your network supports this service. Delivery reports: 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.
Page 97: Multimedia Messages (Menu 5.2)
Multimedia messages Multimedia Message Service (MMS) is a service providing delivery of personal multimedia messages from phone to phone or from phone to e-mail. In addition to the familiar text content, multimedia messages can contain images, photos, audio clips, and combinations of these things. Images could include downloads and photos you have taken, while audio clips could be downloaded or recorded sounds, or voice memos.
Page 98 Messages 2. When Add here highlights, press the Options soft key or the contents using one of the following options: • Add text: enter the message text and press the Ok soft key or the • Add photo: allows you to add a photo you took using the camera on your phone.
Page 99 • Add destination: allows you to enter destination addresses. See steps 6 to 11 on page 100. • Preview: shows your message. Note: You can add text, an image, and a sound once for each page. 3. Repeat step 2 until you have finished creating your message.
Page 100 Messages • Send: allows you to send the message. • Save: saves the message in the Draft or Templates box for later use. • Settings: allows you to change the message settings. For further details about each setting option, see page 107. •...
Page 101 10. To add a destination, select Add destination and then press the Select soft key or the key. Repeat from step 7. If you want to edit the destinations, select one and press the Options soft key or the You can change or delete it. 11.
Page 102 Messages 2. Press the Up or Down key to scroll through the message information. You can use the following options by pressing the Options soft key or the • Retrieve: retrieves the message from the MMS server. • Delete: deletes the message. •...
Page 103 • : Massages that have been opened. • : Massages that have not been opened. To view a message: 1. Select a message on the list and press the View soft key or the The display presents the message and scrolls to the next page, if it has one, after a specified time.
Page 104 Messages Callback: allows you to call the sender. Save address: allows you to extract the sender’s number or e-mail address and URL, e-mail addresses or phone numbers from the message text. Forward: allows you to forward the message to another person. When the message contains media contents you have bought on the Internet, forwarding is not available.
Page 105 To view a message: 1. Select a message on the list and press the View soft key or the The display presents the message and scrolls to the next page, if it has one, after a specified time. 2. Press the Ok soft key or the message view screen.
Page 106 Messages Properties: shows you information about the message, such as the message status, subject, sender and recipients’ e-mail addresses or phone numbers, message size, priority, and the time and date the message was sent. Draft (Menu 5.2.4) After creating a multimedia message, you can store it in this message box for later sending.
Page 107 Messages Settings (Menu 5.2.6) You can change the default settings for sending or receiving multimedia messages. The following options are available: Delivery report: when this option is enabled, the network informs you whether or not your message has been delivered. Read reply: when this option is enabled, your phone sends a request for a reply along with your message to the recipient.
Page 108 Messages Delivery time: you can set a delay time before the phone sends your messages. Priority: you can select the priority level of your messages. Report allowed: when this option is enabled, the sender of an incoming message receives a delivery report from the network.
Page 109: Push Messages (Menu 5.3)
Messages IP address: enter the gateway address required to connect to the MMS server. User name: enter the user ID required to connect to the MMS server. Password: enter the password required to connect to the MMS server. APN: enter the access point name used for the address of the MMS server.
Page 110: Delete All (Menu 5.4)
Messages Delete all This menu allows you to delete all of the messages in each message box separately. You can also delete all of your messages at one time. 1. Select a message type and press the Select soft key or the select a message box to clear place or remove a...
Page 111: Voice Mail (Menu 5.5)
Messages Voice mail (Menu 5.5) This menu allows you to access your voice mail box, if your network supports this service. The following options are available: Connect to voice server: before using the Voicemail feature, you must enter the voice mail server number obtained from your service provider.
Page 112 Messages The following options are available: Read: lets you view received message. The Volatile box displays the messages from the network, but loses its contents as soon as the phone is switched off. Scroll through the message by using the Up and Down keys. You can save a CB message in the Archive box for later retrieval.
Page 113: Memory Status (Menu 5.7)
Messages Memory status (Menu 5.7) You can check the amount of memory being used and the amount remaining for messages. The following options are available: Text messages: shows the number of messages currently stored and the total number of messages you can store in the SIM, Phone, and CB memories.
Page 114: Funbox
Funbox The Funbox menu contains several fun options. WAP browser Your phone is equipped with a WAP (Wireless Application Protocol) browser to allow you to access and navigate the Wireless Web using your phone. Home (Menu 6.1.1) Selecting this menu connects the phone to the network and loads the homepage of the Wireless Web service provider.
Page 115: Navigating The Wap Browser
Navigating the WAP browser scroll through browser items select a browser item return to the previous page return to the startup homepage Entering text in the WAP browser When you are prompted to enter text, the currently active text input mode is indicated on the screen. To change the text input mode, press the one or more times.
Page 116 Funbox Selecting and using browser menu options Various menu options are available when you are using the WAP browser to navigate the Wireless Web. To access a menu option: 1. Press the Menu soft key. 2. Highlight a menu by pressing the Up or Down key.
Page 117 Clear cache: deletes the information stored in the cache. These cache stores the most recently accessed Web pages. Security info: shows security information when you access the Wireless Web with the secured WAP setting activated. Inbox: allows you to read messages received from a web server.
Page 118 Funbox http:// (Menu 6.1.3) This menu allows you to manually enter the URL address of a Web site that you wish to access. For further details about how to enter characters, see page 47. WAP profile (Menu 6.1.4) This menu allows you to set up 5 proxy servers for the WAP browser.
Page 119 Password: enter the password required to connect to the GPRS network. APN: enter the access point name used for the address of the GPRS network gateway. When the bearer is set to Data: IP address: enter the WAP gateway address required to connect to the Internet.
Page 120: Games (Menu 6.2)
Funbox Games (Menu 6.2) You can download MIDlets (Java applications that run on mobile phones) from various sources using the WAP browser, and store them in your phone. When you access the Games menu, the list of the default games appears. Once you have downloaded games, they are added to the list.
Page 121 3. Press the 5 key or the selection. While you are playing a game, to return to the startup screen adjust the sound volume exit the game Viewing MIDlet information 1. Scroll to the MIDlet you want on the Games list and press the Info soft key.
Page 122: Sounds (Menu 6.3)
Funbox DNS settings The DNS (Domain Name Server) is the server that assigns the Java server domain name to an IP address. The DNS setting is preset at the factory, but sometimes you may need to change it at your service provider’s instructions.
Page 123: Images (Menu 6.4)
Funbox Images (Menu 6.4) In this menu, you can view the list of photos downloaded from a web server or received in messages. You can set the downloaded photos as the current background image or send them to other phones. Once you have set a photo as your wallpaper, it is designated as My photo on the list.
Page 124: Delete All (Menu 6.5)
Funbox Delete all This menu allows you to delete all of the downloaded items in the Games, Sounds, and Images folders separately. You can delete all of the items at one time. 1. To select a folder to clear place or remove a check mark 2.
Page 125: Memory Status (Menu 6.6)
Funbox Memory status (Menu 6.6) You can check the amount of memory being used and the memory remaining for games or sounds and images. The following options are available: Games: the display shows the Total, Free, and Used memory for the games and the number of games you have downloaded.
Page 126: Organiser
Organiser The Organiser feature enables you to: • set an alarm so that the phone rings at a specific time, for example, to remind you of an appointment. • view the calendar and organise your schedule. • set the current time and date. •...
Page 127 To set an alarm: 1. Choose the type of alarm to be set and press the Select soft key or the 2. Enter the time for the alarm to sound. Note: Your phone is preset to a 24-hour format. To change the format, see page 132. If you want to use the alarm options, press the Options soft key.
Page 128: Calendar (Menu 7.2)
Organiser Calendar (Menu 7.2) With the Calendar feature, you can: • consult the calendar and check your memos. • write memos to keep track of your schedule. • set an alarm to act as a reminder. Consulting the calendar When you select the Calendar menu, the calendar displays with today’s date highlighted.
Page 129 2. Press the key. An empty memo screen displays allowing you to enter your memo. 3. Enter your memo and then press the Ok soft key or the Note: For further details about how to enter characters, see page 47. You are asked if you wish to set an alarm.
Page 130: Time & Date (Menu 7.3)
Organiser Viewing a memo When you select a day on which more than one memo exists, the latest memo for the day displays. In that case, press the Up or Down key to scroll to the previous or next memo. You can use the following options by pressing the Options soft key or the New: allows you to write a new memo.
Page 131 Set date: allows you to enter the day, month, and year. World time: allows you to find out what time it is in another part of the world and apply Daylight Savings Time, the summer time adjustment used in many countries. The screen shows the: •...
Page 132: Calculator (Menu 7.4)
Organiser 4. Press the To remove a check mark, press the 5. If necessary, repeat steps 3 and 4. 6. Press the Save soft key. Time format: allows you to change the time format to 12 hours or 24 hours. Calculator With this feature, you can use the phone as a calculator.
Page 133: To Do List (Menu 7.5)
To do list (Menu 7.5) This feature allows you to: • enter a list of tasks to be done. • assign a priority and a deadline to each task. • sort the tasks by priority and status. Creating the To do list 1.
Page 134 Organiser Scroll to a task from the list and press the key to view the details for the task. You can scroll through the tasks using the Up and Down keys, if necessary. You can access the following options by pressing the Options soft key: New: allows you to create a new task.
Page 135: Voice Memo (Menu 7.6)
Voice memo You can record voice memos. After recording, you can send a memo to other people via Multimedia Message Service (MMS). Record voice This menu allows you to record a new memo. When you select this option, the display shows a 30- second timer.
Page 136 Organiser 6. Press the Ok soft key or the The memo is saved and then the display shows the memo information. 7. Press the Options soft key or the the following memo options: • Send: allows you to send the memo to other people by using the MMS feature.
Page 137 Organiser Delete all (Menu 7.6.3) In this menu, you can delete all of your voice memos. When a confirmation message appears, press the Yes soft key or the key. To cancel the deletion, press the No soft key. When the phone asks for confirmation again, press the Yes soft key or the key one more time.
Page 138: Currency Exchange (Menu 7.7)
Organiser Currency exchange Using this menu, you can figure out currency conversions. 1. Enter the current exchange rate of your source currency and press the Ok soft key or the key. You can insert a decimal point by pressing key. 2.
Page 139: Camera
Camera Using the camera module embedded in your phone, you can take photos of people or events while on the move. You can also send photos to other people in a multimedia message, or set one as wallpaper or as a caller ID image for a Phonebook entry. You can also record videos using the phone as a camcorder.
Page 140 Camera 2. Adjust the image by rotating the camera and aiming it at the subject. When you press the left soft key, you can access the camera options. For details, see page 141. You can also change the image settings or switch to other modes by using the keypad.
Page 141 Camera Using the camera options in Capture mode In Capture mode, you can access various options for the camera by pressing the left soft key. The following options are available: Effects: allows you to change the colour tone or apply a special effect to the photo. Frames: allows you to use a decorated frame.
Page 142: Key Function
Camera Self timer: allows you to set a time delay before the camera takes the photo. Select the length of delay you want. When you press the Camera key or key, the camera takes the photo after the specified time. Settings: allows you to change the default image settings.
Page 143: Take Photos (Menu 8.1)
Function changes the image size. changes the image quality changes the camera mode. changes the colour tone or applies a special effect to the photo. clears the white line on the image. selects a decorated frame. sets a time delay before taking a photo. switches to the My photos menu (Menu 8.2).
Page 144 Camera Press the Options soft key or the key to use the following options: View: allows you to view the photo on the full screen. This option is available in only Thumbnail mode. Send: allows you to send the photo to other people as part of a multimedia message.
Page 145: Video (Menu 8.3)
Video (Menu 8.3) You can record a video using your phone as a camcorder. Record (Menu 8.3.1) You can record up to 5 videos. 1. When the camera turns on, adjust the image by rotating the camera and aiming it at the subject. You can use the following keys in Record mode: Function flips the image vertically...
Page 146 Camera 4. Press the Save soft key or the is saved and the display returns to Record mode. To discard the video, press the Cancel soft key or the C key. Video clips When you access this menu, the thumbnail images of your video clips display.
Page 147: Memory Status (Menu 8.4)
Camera Memory status (Menu 8.4) You can check the amount of memory being used and the memory remaining in the camera. Each time you press the Up or Down key, the display shows the Total, Free, and Used memory for photos and videos.
Page 148: Phone Settings
If there is no communication between your phone and the IrDA-compliant device within 30 seconds of activating the feature, it is automatically deactivated. Note: For optional performance, use an optional PC data cable. You can purchase one from your local Samsung dealer. (Menu 9.1) IrDA port...
Page 149: Display Settings (Menu 9.2)
Display settings In this menu, you can change various settings for the display or the lights. Wallpaper (Menu 9.2.1) This menu allows you to change the background image or change the settings for the text display in Idle mode. The following options are available: Wallpaper list: you can select a background image to be displayed on the Idle screen.
Page 150 Phone settings Text color: you can select the colour of the text to be displayed on the idle screen. This option is available when the text display is enabled. Menu style (Menu 9.2.2) This menu allows you to select the menu display style.
Page 151: Greeting Message (Menu 9.3)
Greeting message This menu allows you to set a greeting to be displayed briefly when the phone is switched on. For further details about how to enter characters, see page 47. Own number This function is a memory aid, which you can use to check your own phone numbers if you need to do so.
Page 152: Security (Menu 9.6)
Phone settings Security (Menu 9.6) The Security feature enables you to restrict the use of your phone by others and to restrict the types of calls. Various codes and passwords are used to protect the features of your phone. They are described in the following sections.
Page 153 Phone settings Phone lock (Menu 9.6.3) When the Phone lock feature is enabled, the phone is locked and you must enter a 4- to 8-digit phone password each time the phone is switched on. The password is preset to “00000000” at the factory.
Page 154 Phone settings Privacy (Menu 9.6.5) Using this menu, you can lock your media contents, such as multimedia messages, photos, videos clips, voice memos, images, and sounds. Once you have locked the contents, you must enter the phone password to access the associated menus. select an item to lock place or remove a...
Page 155 FDN mode (Menu 9.6.7) FDN (Fixed Dial Number) mode, if supported by your SIM card, allows you to restrict your outgoing calls to a limited set of phone numbers. The following options are available: Disable: you can call any number. Enable: you can only call phone numbers stored in Phonebook.
Page 156: Extra Settings (Menu 9.7)
Phone settings Extra settings You can turn on or off the automatic redialling or answering features. To turn a feature The following options are available: Auto redial: when this option is checked, the phone makes up to 10 attempts to redial a phone number after an unsuccessful call.
Page 157: Short Cut (Menu 9.8)
Short cut (Menu 9.8) The Navigation keys can be used as shortcut keys. In Idle mode, they allow you to access specific menus directly. In this menu, you can change the shortcuts assigned to the Navigation keys. To assign a shortcut to a key: 1.
Page 158: Solving Problems
Solving problems If you are experiencing problems with your phone, perform the following simple checks, before contacting a service professional. This may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary service call. When you switch on your phone, the following messages may appear: Insert SIM card •...
Page 159 “No service,” “Network failure” or “Not done” displays • The network connection has been lost. You may be in a weak signal area (in a tunnel or surrounded by buildings). Move and try again. • You are trying to access an option for which you have not taken out a subscription with your service provider.
Page 160: Phonebook Entry
If the above guidelines do not help you solve the problem, take note of: • the model and serial numbers of your phone • your warranty details • a clear description of the problem Then contact your local dealer or Samsung after- sales service. ) to weak ( ).
Page 161: Access Codes
Access codes There are several access codes that are used by your phone and its SIM card. These codes help you protect the phone against unauthorised use. When requested for any of the codes explained below, enter the appropriate code (displayed as asterisks) and press the Ok soft key or the If you make a mistake, press the C key one or more times until the incorrect digit is cleared and then...
Page 162: Pin
Access codes The Personal Identification Number or PIN (4 to 8 digits) protects your SIM card against unauthorised use. It is usually supplied with the SIM card. If you enter an incorrect PIN three times in succession, the code is disabled and cannot be used until you re-enable it by entering the PUK (see below).
Page 163: Pin2
PIN2 The PIN2 (4 to 8 digits), supplied with some SIM cards, is required to access specific functions, such as setting the maximum cost of a call. These functions are available if supported by your SIM card. If you enter an incorrect PIN2 three times in succession, the code is disabled and you cannot access the functions until you re-enable it by entering the PUK2.
Page 164: Barring Password
Access codes Barring password A 4-digit barring password is required when you use the Call Barring function. You can obtain the password from your service provider when you subscribe to this function. You can change this password in the Call barring menu (Menu 3.2).
Page 165: Health And Safety Information
Health and safety information SAR certification information This phone meets European Union (EU) requirements concerning exposure to radio waves. Your mobile phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured so as not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio-frequency (RF) energy, as recommended by the EU Council.
Page 166: Precautions When Using Batteries
Health and safety information SAR tests are conducted using standard operating positions with the phone transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands. Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR level of the phone while operating can be well below the maximum value.
Page 167 • If left unused, a fully charged battery will discharge itself over time. • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and recharge your battery only with Samsung- approved chargers. When a charger is not in use, disconnect it from the power source. Do not leave the battery connected to a charger for more than a week, since overcharging may shorten its life.
Page 168: 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 169: Electronic Devices
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 to avoid potential interference with the...
Page 170: Hearing Aids
Health and safety information Hearing aids Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you may wish to consult your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives. Other medical devices If you use any other personal medical devices, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from external RF energy.
Page 171: Potentially Explosive Environments
Health and safety information Potentially explosive environments 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 172: Emergency Calls
Health and safety information Emergency calls This phone, like any wireless phone, operates using radio signals, wireless and landline networks as well as user-programmed functions, which cannot guarantee connection in all conditions. Therefore, you should never rely solely on any wireless phone for essential communications (medical emergencies, for example).
Page 173: Other Important 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 174: Care And Maintenance
Health and safety information Care and maintenance Your phone is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care. The suggestions below will help you fulfill any warranty obligations and allow you to enjoy this product for many years.
Page 175 • 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 176: Glossary
Glossary To help you understand the main technical terms and abbreviations used in this booklet, and to take full advantage of the features of your mobile phone, here are a few definitions: Active slider Ability to answer a call simply by opening the phone.
Page 177 Glossary Dual Band Ability to operate with both DCS (1800 Mhz) and GSM (900 Mhz) networks. The phone automatically uses the network with the strongest signal and even switches networks during a call within the same operator’s network. EMS (Enhanced Message Service) An adaptation of the Short Message Service (SMS) that allows you to send and receive ring tones and the service provider’s logo, as well as combinations...
Page 178 Glossary GSM (Global System for Mobile Communication) International standard for cellular communication, guaranteeing compatibility between the various network operators. GSM covers most European countries and many other parts of the world. Java Programming language generating applications that can run on all hardware platforms, whether small, medium or large, without modification.
Page 179 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 against unauthorised use. The PIN is supplied by the service provider with the SIM card.
Page 180: Soft Keys
Glossary Roaming Use of your phone when you are outside your home area (when travelling for example). SDN (Service Dialling Numbers) Telephone numbers supplied by your network provider and giving access to special services, such as voice mail, directory inquiries, customer support and emergency services.
Page 181 Glossary Uni-code encoding A character coding system designed to support the worldwide interchange, processing, and display of the written text of the diverse languages and technical disciplines of the world. Uni-code encoding provides data transmission to any other platforms without corruption, especially when you use special Alphabet that are used for languages other than English.
Page 182: Index
Index Access codes • 161 Alarm • 126 Alert type • 83 Alphabet mode, text input • Answering call • 26 second call • 58 Anykey answer • 156 Auto redial • 156 Background image • 149 Backlight description • 15 time, set •...
Page 183 backlight • 15 icons • 14 layout • 13 settings • 149 Diverting, calls • 74 DNS settings • 122 DTMF tones, send • 56 Earpiece volume • 25 Emergency calls • 172 EMS (Enhanced Message Service) • 88 Error tone • 87 FDN (Fixed Dial Number) mode •...
Page 184 Index MIDlets, launch • 120 Minute minder • 87 Missed calls • 27, 69 MMS (Multimedia Messages Service) • 97 Morning call • 126 Multimedia messages creating/sending • 97 deleting • 103, 105, editing • 105 reading • 101, 104 setting •...
Page 185 multimedia • 101 text • 92 Recording videos • 145 voice memos • 135 Redialling automatically • 156 manually • 24 Resetting phone • 157 Ring tone • 82 Ring type • 83 Ring volume • 82 Road safety • 168 Roaming •...
Page 186 Index Waiting call • 58, 78 Wallpaper • 149 WAP browser access • 114 bookmarks • 117 cache, clear • 119 World time • 131 Writing messages multimedia • 97 text • 89...
Page 189 (Representative in the EU) It is not the address of Samsung Service Centre. For the address or the phone number of Samsung Service Centre, see the warranty card or contact the retailer where you purchased your phone.

Samsung SGH-E850 User Manual

Important Safety Precautions

Unpacking

Your Phone

Getting Started

Call Functions

Selecting Functions and Options

Phonebook

Entering Text

Options During a Call

Using the Menus

Sound Settings

Messages

Funbox

Calendar (Menu 7.2)

Phone Settings

Solving Problems

Access Codes

Road Safety

Index

Emergency Calls

Quick Links

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