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  • Page 1 SGH-P260 User’s Guide...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Precautions

    Important safety precautions Failure to comply with the following precautions may be dangerous or illegal. Copyright information ® • Bluetooth is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide. Bluetooth QD ID: B012945 • Java is a trademark or registered trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc.

  • Page 3: Water Resistance

    Keep the phone and all its parts, including accessories, out of the reach of small children. Accessories and batteries Use only Samsung-approved batteries and accessories, such as headsets and PC data cables. Use of any unauthorised accessories could damage you or your phone and may be dangerous.

  • Page 4: About This Guide

    About this Guide This User’s Guide provides you with condensed information about how to use your phone. In this guide, the following instruction icons appear: Indicates that you need to pay careful attention to the subsequent information regarding safety or phone features. →...
  • Page 5 • Java Enjoy Java™-based embedded games and download new games. • Offline mode Switch your phone to Offline mode to use its non-wireless functions while on an aeroplane. • Bluetooth Transfer media files and personal data, and connect to other devices using wireless Bluetooth technology.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Unpack Make sure you have each item Get started First steps to operating your phone Assemble and charge the phone ... 6 Power on or off... 7 Phone layout ... 7 Keys and icons ... 8 Access menu functions ... 12 Enter text ...

  • Page 7: Overview Of Menu Functions

    Overview of menu functions To access Menu mode, press <Menu> in Idle mode. 1 Call log 3 Applications 1 Recent contacts 4 Bluetooth 2 Missed calls 5 Jave world 3 Dialled calls 6 SIM application toolkit 4 Received calls 4 Browser 5 Delete all 6 Call time 1 Home...

  • Page 8: Unpack

    • User’s Guide You can obtain various accessories from your local Samsung dealer. The items supplied with your phone and the accessories available at your Samsung dealer may vary, depending on your country or service provider. Get started First steps to operating your phone...

  • Page 9: Power On Or Off

    Removing the battery cover Power on or off Switch on 1. Open the phone. 2. Press and hold [ 3. If necessary, enter the PIN and press <OK>. Switch off 1. Open the phone. 2. Press and hold [ Phone layout Front view Earpiece Web access...

  • Page 10: Rear View

    Get started Rear view Mirror Camera lens Camera key When you close the phone, it locks the exposed keys to prevent any unwanted phone operations, from accidentally pressing any of the keys. To unlock the keypad, press <Unlock> and then <OK>. Keys and icons Keys Perform the function indicated on the...
  • Page 11 Make or answer a call. In Idle mode, retrieve the numbers recently dialled, missed, or received. Delete characters from the display or items in an application. Press and hold to switch the phone on or off. End a call. In Menu mode, cancel input and return the phone to Idle mode.
  • Page 12 Get started your country or service provider, the icons shown on the display may vary. Signal strength GPRS (2.5G) network EDGE network Call in progress Out of your service area or Offline mode SOS message feature active Alarm set Call diverting active Home Zone Office Zone Bluetooth active...
  • Page 13 One of the message Inboxes is full New message: • : Text message • : Multimedia message • : Email • : Voicemail Memory card inserted Silent mode (Mute) Silent mode (Vibration) Ringer type • None: Melody • : Increasing melody •...

  • Page 14: Access Menu Functions

    Get started Access menu functions Select an 1. Press a desired soft key. option 2. Press the Navigation keys to move to the next or previous option. 3. Press <Select> or [OK] to confirm the function displayed or option highlighted. 4.
  • Page 15 To enter a word: T9 mode 1. Press [2] to [9] to start entering a word. 2. Enter the whole word before editing or deleting characters. 3. When the word displays correctly, press [ ] to insert a space. Otherwise, press [0] to display alternative word choices.

  • Page 16: Customise Your Phone

    Get started Customise your phone 1. In Idle mode, press Display <Menu> and select language Settings → Phone settings → Language. 2. Select a language. 1. In Idle mode, press Call ringer <Menu> and select melody Settings → Sound settings → Incoming call →...
  • Page 17 1. In Idle mode, press Menu mode <Menu> and select skin colour Settings → Display settings → Skin. 2. Select a colour pattern. 1. In Idle mode, press Menu <Menu> and select shortcuts Settings → Phone settings → Shortcuts. 2. Select a key. 3.

  • Page 18: Use A Memory Card

    Get started Use a memory card You can use a memory card to increase your phone’s memory capacity. • Frequent erasing and Important writing will shorten a card’s memory card lifespan. information • Do not remove a card from the phone or turn off the phone while data is being accessed or transferred.
  • Page 19 3. Insert the card into the card slot, with the label side face 4. Close the card cover and lock it. 5. Attach the battery and the battery cover. 1. Remove the battery cover Remove the and the battery, then open memory card the card cover.

  • Page 20: Step Outside The Phone

    Step outside the phone Step outside the phone Begin with call functions, camera, music player, web browser and other special features Make or answer calls 1. In Idle mode, enter an area Make a call code and phone number. 2. Press [ 3.

  • Page 21: Use The Camera

    4. During a multi-party call: • Press <Options> and select Split to have a private conversation with one participant. • Press <Options> and select Remove to drop one participant. 5. Press [ ] to end the multi- party call. Use the camera 1.

  • Page 22: Play Music

    > to record Use these methods: • Download from the wireless web. • Download from a PC using the optional Samsung PC Studio. See Samsung PC Studio User’s Guide. • Receive via Bluetooth. • Copy to a memory card and insert the card into the phone.

  • Page 23: Browse The Web

    1. In Idle mode, press Create a <Menu> and select playlist Applications → Music player. 2. Press <Options> and select Add music from memory location. 3. Press [OK] to select the files you want and press <Add>. 1. From the music player Play music screen, press [OK].

  • Page 24: Use Phonebook

    Step outside the phone In Idle mode, press [OK]. The Launch the homepage of your service web browser provider opens. • To scroll through browser Navigate the items, press [Up] or [Down]. • To select an item, press < > or [OK]. •...

  • Page 25: Send Messages

    3. Select a contact. 4. Scroll to a number and press [ [OK] to edit contact information. Send messages 1. In Idle mode, press Send a text <Menu> and select message Messages → Create new message → Text message. 2. Enter the message text. 3.

  • Page 26: View Messages

    Step outside the phone 7. Enter the message text and press [OK]. 8. Press <Options> and select Send. 9. Enter destination numbers or email addresses. 10.Press [OK] to send the message. 1. In Idle mode, press Send an <Menu> and select email Messages →...

  • Page 27: Use Bluetooth

    1. In Idle mode, press View a <Menu> and select multimedia Messages → My message messages → Inbox. 2. Select a multimedia message. 1. In Idle mode, press View an <Menu> and select email Messages → My messages → Email inbox. 2.
  • Page 28 Step outside the phone 1. In Idle mode, press Search for <Menu> and select and pair with Applications → Bluetooth a Bluetooth → My devices → Search device new device. 2. Select a device. 3. Enter a Bluetooth PIN or the other device’s Bluetooth PIN, if it has one, and press <OK>.

  • Page 29: Use Wi-Fi

    1. When a device attempts to Receive data access your phone, press <Yes> to permit the connection. 2. If necessary, press <Yes> to confirm that you are willing to receive. Use Wi-Fi Your phone is equipped with Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) technology, enabling you to make and receive calls over a wireless broadband connection using a network access point.

  • Page 30: Menu Functions

    Menu functions All menu options listed This section provides brief explanations of menu functions on your phone. Call log Menu Description Recent Check the most recent calls contacts, dialled, received, or missed. Missed calls, Dialled calls, Received calls Delete all Delete all of the records in each call type.
  • Page 31 Menu Description Create contact Add a new contact to Phonebook. Group Organise your contacts in caller groups. Speed dial Assign a speed dial number for your most frequently dialled numbers. My namecard Create a name card and send it to other people. Own number Check your phone numbers, or assign a name to each of...
  • Page 32 Menu functions Menu Description Java world Access Java games and applications. Use a variety of additional application services offered by your toolkit service provider. Depending on your SIM card, this menu may be available but labelled differently. Browser Menu Description Home Connect your phone to the network and load the...
  • Page 33 Messages Menu Description Create new Create and send text, message multimedia, or email messages. My messages Access messages that you have received, sent, or that have failed during sending. Templates Make and use templates of frequently used messages or passages. Delete all Delete messages in each message folder all at once.
  • Page 34 Menu functions Menu Description Memory card Access the files stored on a memory card. This menu is only available when you insert a memory card into the phone. Memory status Check information about the memory currently in use. Planner Menu Description Alarm Set alarms.
  • Page 35 Camera Menu Description Take photo Take photos in various modes. The camera pro- duces jpeg photos. Record video Record a video of what is displayed on the camera screen. Go to My photos Access the list of photos you have taken. Go to My video Access the list of videos clips...
  • Page 36 Menu functions Menu Description Phone settings Set how the phone reacts → Slide when you open it for an settings incoming call, and when you close it while using a function. Phone settings Use the Navigation keys as → Shortcuts shortcuts to access specific menus directly from Idle mode when the homescreen...
  • Page 37 Menu Description Phone settings Set how the phone reacts if → Volume key you press and hold [ / ] when a call comes in. Phone settings Select a USB mode that will → USB settings be used when you connect your phone to a PC via USB interface.
  • Page 38 Menu functions Menu Description Display Customise the settings for settings → the display while dialling. Dialling display Display Display the calendar of the settings → current month on the idle Calendar screen. Display Set the phone to display settings → missed call notifications with Show caller ID the most recently missed...
  • Page 39 Menu Description Sound settings Customise additional tones → Extra tones for the phone. Light settings Select the length of time the → Backlight backlight or display stays on time when the phone is not used. Light settings Set how the phone controls →...
  • Page 40 Menu functions Menu Description Security → PIN Activate your PIN to protect check your SIM card against unauthorised use. Security → Change the PIN. Change PIN Security → Activate your phone Phone lock password to protect your phone against unauthorised use.
  • Page 41 Menu Description Security → Set the phone to send the Mobile tracker preset tracking message to your family or friends when someone tries to use your phone with another SIM card. This feature may be unavailable due to certain features supported by your service provider.

  • Page 42: Health And Safety Information

    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 to not exceed the limits for exposure to radio-frequency (RF) energy, as recommended by the EU Council.

  • Page 43: Precautions When Using Batteries

    • Use only Samsung-approved batteries, and recharge your battery only with Samsung-approved chargers. Disconnect the charger from the power source when it is not in use. Do not leave the battery connected to a charger for more than a week, since overcharging may shorten its life.

  • Page 44: Operating Environment

    Health and safety information • Do not short-circuit the battery. Accidental short- circuiting can occur when a metallic object like a coin, clip or pen causes a direct connection between the + and – terminals of the battery (metal strips on the battery).

  • Page 45: Posted Facilities

    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 pacemaker.

  • Page 46: 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. Users are advised to switch off the phone while at a refuelling point (service station).

  • Page 47: Other Important Safety Information

    Consult this document and your local cellular service provider. 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. •...
  • Page 48 Health and safety information • Do not use the phone with a wet hand. Doing so may cause an electric shock to you or damage to the phone. • Do not use or store the phone in dusty, dirty areas, as its moving parts may be damaged.
  • Page 50 * Depending on the software installed or your service provider or country, some of the descriptions in this guide may not match your phone exactly. * Depending on your country, your phone and accessories may appear different from the illustrations in this guide. Printed in Korea World Wide Web Code No.:GH68-16368A...

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