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* Some of the contents of this manual may differ from your phone, depending on the software installed or your service provider. Printed in Korea World Wide Web Code No.:GH68-07293A http://www.samsungmobile.com English. 06/2005. Rev 1.0...
Important safety precautions Failure to comply with the following precautions may be dangerous or illegal. Use road safety at all times Do not use a hand-held phone while driving. Park the vehicle first. Switch off the phone when refuelling Do not use the phone at a refuelling point (service station) or near fuels or chemicals.
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Keep the phone and all its parts, including accessories, out of the reach of small children. Accessories and batteries Use only Samsung-approved accessories and batteries. Use of any unauthorized accessories could damage your phone and may be dangerous. • The phone could explode if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type.
850, 1900, and 1800 bands. Special features of your phone • Simple, compact design with Intenna Samsung’s powerful intenna technology allows the best call quality without an annoying external antenna. • WAP browser Access the wireless web and access various services and up- to-the-minute information.
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• Phonebook Store up to 2000 contact numbers. • Multimedia Message Service (MMS) Send and receive MMS messages with a combination of text, images, and sounds. • Melody composer Create your own melodies and set them as your call ringer. •...
Contents Unpack Make sure you have each item Your phone Buttons, features, and locations Get started First steps to operate your phone Install and charge the phone ... 7 Power on or off ... 8 Keys and display ... 9 Access menu functions...
Overview of menu functions To access Menu mode, press <Menu> in Idle mode. 1 SIM AT p. 24 4 Sound settings 1 Ring tone 2 Ring volume 2 Call records p. 24 3 Alert type 4 Keypad tone 1 Missed calls p.
User’s manual You can obtain various accessories from your local Samsung dealer. The items supplied with your phone and the accessories at your Samsung dealer may vary, depending on your country or service provider. Your phone Buttons, features, and locations...
Get started First steps to operate your phone SIM card information When you subscribe to a cellular network, you receive a plug-in SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, and available optional services. Install and charge the phone Remove the battery.
Get started Remove the adapter from the phone. ➀ ➁ ➀ Low battery indicator When the battery is low: • a warning tone sounds, • the battery low message displays, and • the empty battery icon [ ] blinks. If the battery level becomes too low, the phone automatically turns off.
Keys and display Key(s) Description Performs the function indicated on the bottom line of the display. In Idle mode, access the following menus respectively. • Up/Down: your favourite menu option p. 55 • Left: Text messages • Right: Ring tone In Menu mode, scroll through the menu options.
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Get started Display Layout The display has the three areas. Menu Ph.book Icons Received signal strength Call in progress Out of your service area; you cannot send or receive calls Call diverting feature is active p. 26 GPRS network Roaming Icons (continued) Icons...
Access menu functions Use the soft The roles of the soft keys vary depending on the function you are keys using. The bottom line of the display indicates their current role. Menu Press the left soft key to access Menu mode. Select an option Ph.book...
Get started Customise your phone 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> Display and select Phone settings language Language. 2. Select a language. 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> Call ringer and select Sound settings melody Ring tone. 2. Select a ringer melody. You can set a wallpaper for the idle Idle mode screen.
5. Select Phone lock. Phone lock (continued) 6. Select Enable. 7. Enter the password and press <OK>. Make/answer calls 1. Enter an area code and phone Make a call number. 2. Press [ 3. To end the call, press [ 1.
Step outside the phone Use Phonebook To the phone’s memory Add an entry 1. In Idle mode, enter a phone number and press <Save>. 2. Select a number type. 3. Select Phone. 4. Enter a name and press <OK>. 5. Press <OK> to save the entry. To the SIM card 1.
1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> Send a and select Messages multimedia Multimedia messages message Create. (MMS) 2. Enter the message subject press <Next>. 3. Select Add here and add message contents. 4. When you finish, press <Options> and select Send. 5.
Step outside the phone When a notification appears: View a 1. Press <View>. multimedia message 2. Press <Options> and select Retrieve. The message displays. From the Inbox: 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> and select Messages Multimedia messages Inbox. 2. Select a message. Compose your melody 1.
Enter text ABC, T9, Number, and Symbol mode You can enter text for some features such as messaging, Phonebook, or Organizer, using ABC mode, T9 mode, Number mode, and Symbol mode. Changing the text input mode The text input mode indicator displays when the cursor is in a text field.
Enter text • Press [ ] to change case. Capital lock ( case ( ), and Initial capital ( • Press [Left] or [Right] to move the cursor. • Press [C] to delete characters one by one. Press and hold [C] to clear the display. Using T9 mode T9 is a predictive text input mode that allows you to key in any character using single keystrokes.
4. Enter the word you want using ABC mode and press <OK>. Using Number mode Number mode enables you to enter numbers. Press the keys corresponding to the digits you want. Using Symbol mode Symbol mode enables you to insert symbols. Press display more symbols [Up] or [Down].
Call functions Making a call from Phonebook Once you have stored a number in Phonebook, you can dial the number by selecting it from Phonebook. p. 49 You can also use the speed dial feature to assign your most frequently called numbers to specific number keys.
Viewing missed calls If you have missed calls, the screen displays how many calls you have missed. 1. Press <View>. 2. If necessary, scroll through the missed calls. 3. Press [ ] to dial the number you want. Using the headset Use the headset to make or answer calls without holding the phone.
Call functions Muting or sending key tones You can turn the key tones off or on. Press <Options> and select Mute keys or Send keys. To communicate with answering machines or computerised telephone systems, Send keys must be selected. Sending a sequence of DTMF tones Dual tone multi-frequency (DTMF) tones are the tones used in phones for tone dialling.
Setting up a multi-party call 1. Call the first participant. 2. Call the second participant. The first call is automatically put on hold. 3. Press <Options> and select Join. The first participant is added to the multi-party call. 4. If desired, call another person or answer an incoming call.
Menu functions All menu options listed SIM AT (Menu 1) 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.
Call time (Menu 2.5) This menu displays the time log for calls made and received. The actual time invoiced by your service provider will vary. • Last call time: check the length of your last call. • Total sent: check the total length of all the calls you have dialled.
Menu functions Network services (Menu 3) Use this menu to access network services. Please contact your service provider to check their availability and subscribe to them, if you wish. To access this menu, press <Menu> in Idle mode and select Network services. Call diverting (Menu 3.1) This network service reroutes incoming calls to a...
• Incoming while abroad: prohibit incoming calls when you use your phone outside of your home country. • Cancel all: cancel all call barring settings, allowing calls to be sent and received normally. • Change barring password: change the call barring password obtained from your service provider.
Menu functions Closed user group (Menu 3.6) Use this menu to set incoming and outgoing calls to be restricted to a selected user group. For details about how to create a closed user group, contact your service provider. • Index list: list, add, or delete CUG index numbers.
Sound settings (Menu 4) Use this menu to customise various sound settings. Ring tone (Menu 4.1) Use this menu to select a ring tone for the call ringer. You can select one of the default ring melodies, downloaded sounds, or the melodies you have created.
Menu functions Folder tone (Menu 4.6) Use this menu to select the tone that the phone sounds when you open or close the phone. Power on/off (Menu 4.7) Use this menu to select the melody that the phone plays when it is switched on or off. Alert on call (Menu 4.8) Use this menu to select whether or not the phone...
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Create (Menu 5.1.1) You can create and send a text message. 1. Enter your message. 2. Press <Options> to access the following options: • Text formatting: change the text attributes. • Add content: add a sound, melody, picture, or animation to the message. •...
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Menu functions Outbox (Menu 5.1.3) You can view sent or saved text messages. While viewing a message, press <Options> to access the following options: • Delete: delete the message. • Send: forward the message. • Cut address: extract URLs, e-mail addresses, or phone numbers from the message.
Service center: store or changes the number of your message centre. Default destination: store a default destination number. Default type: set the default message type. Validity period: set the length of time your messages are stored in the message centre while the network attempts to deliver them.
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Menu functions 3. If you want to change the added items, highlight one and press <Options> to access the following options: • Edit text/picture/sound: edit the text, picture, or sound. • Add page: add pages. Move to each page by pressing the Left or Right key on the message screen.
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While viewing a message, press <Options> to access the following message options: • Delete: delete the message. • Reply: reply to the sender. • Callback: call the sender. • Cut address: extract URLs, e-mail addresses, or phone numbers from the message. •...
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Menu functions Draft (Menu 5.2.4) After creating a multimedia message, you can store it in this message box for sending later. You can view a message and use the options the same as in the Outbox. Templates (Menu 5.2.5) This menu stores messages you saved as templates so that you can use them to create new messages.
MMS profile (Menu 5.2.7) You can configure required network settings for MMS. The last profile accessed is automatically activated for sending or receiving subsequent messages. Check with your service provider before you change any MMS settings on your phone. • Profile name: assign a name to the MMS profile.
Menu functions Voice mail (Menu 5.5) Use this menu to store the number of the voice mail server and access your voice mails. You must enter the voice server number before you can access your voice mails. Your service provider can give the voice server number.
Funbox (Menu 6) The Funbox menu allows you to use the WAP browser, play Java games, and access images and sounds stored in the phone’s memory. To access this menu, press <Menu> in Idle mode and select Funbox. WAP browser (Menu 6.1) The Wireless Application Protocol (WAP) browser on your phone allows you to access the wireless web.
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Menu functions • Clear cache: delete information stored in the cache. • Security info: view security information. • Inbox: read messages received from a web server. • Show image: view the image on the current web page in order. Exiting the WAP browser Press [ ] to exit the browser.
When the bearer is set to GPRS: • IP address: enter the WAP gateway address. • User name: enter the user ID. • Password: enter the password. • APN: enter the access point name of the GPRS network gateway. When the bearer is set to Data: •...
Menu functions Viewing MIDlet information Scroll to the MIDlet you want and press <Info>. Changing DNS settings You may need to change the DNS setting of the Java server at your service provider’s instructions. 1. Select Setting on the Games list. 2.
Memory status (Menu 6.6) You can check the total amount of memory for media items and the amount of memory currently in use in each media box. Melody composer (Menu 6.7) Use this menu to compose your own melodies using a variety of musical components.
Menu functions • Delete: delete the note or rest. • Play: play the current melody. 4. After editing, press [Right] until the selection point moves to an input position. 5. Press <Options> and select Save to save the changes to the melody, or Save as to save the melody under a different name.
Alarm (Menu 7.1) Use this menu to set alarms to ring at a specific time. Setting an alarm 1. Select the type of alarm. 2. Enter the time for the alarm to sound. 3. Select AM or PM in 12-hour time format. Your phone is preset to a 24-hour format.
Menu functions 5. Select AM or PM in 12-hour format. Your phone is set to a 24-hour format. You can change the format. p. 46 The colour of the date on the calendar changes to green to indicate that a memo exists for that date. Viewing a memo On the calendar screen, press <Options>...
Calculator (Menu 7.4) Use this menu to perform basic arithmetic functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. 1. Enter the first number. Press the left soft key to insert a decimal point and a bracket. Press [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor. 2.
Menu functions • Delete: delete the task. • Delete all: delete all tasks. • Exit: exit the To do list menu. Voice memo (Menu 7.6) Use this menu to record voice memos. A voice memo can be up to 30 seconds. Record voice (Menu 7.6.1) 1.
Currency exchange (Menu 7.7) Use this menu to do currency conversions. 1. Enter the rate of foreign currency and press <OK>. 2. Enter the amount of the source currency you want to convert and press <OK>. You can enter a decimal point (.) using the [ ] key. The amount you entered and its equivalent value in the foreign currency display.
Menu functions Add entry (Menu 8.2) Use this menu to add a new entry to Phonebook. Storing a number or an e-mail address in the phone’s memory 1. Select a number type. 2. Select Phone. 3. Enter a name and press <OK>. 4.
Speed dial list (Menu 8.5) Use this menu to assign speed dial numbers (2 to 8) to eight of your most frequently called numbers. Assigning speed dial entries 1. Select a key location from 2 to 8. Key 1 is reserved for your voice mail server.
Menu functions Phone settings (Menu 9) Use this menu to customise your phone settings. You can also reset the settings to their default values. To access this menu, press <Menu> in Idle mode and select Phone settings. Display settings (Menu 9.1) Use this menu to change settings for the display and light.
Graphic logo (Menu 9.1.6) Use this menu to display your service provider’s logo instead of its name. Greeting message (Menu 9.2) Use this menu to enter the greeting that is displayed briefly when the phone is switched on. Own number (Menu 9.3) Use this feature to check your phone numbers, or to assign a name to each of the numbers.
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Menu functions Phone lock (Menu 9.5.3) The Phone lock feature locks the phone from unauthorized use. When this feature is enabled, you must enter a 4- to 8-digit phone password each time the phone is switched on. The password is preset to 00000000. To change the password, use the Change password menu.
Extra settings (Menu 9.6) You can turn the automatic redialing or answering features on or off. • Auto redial: make up to ten attempts to redial a phone number after an unsuccessful call. • Active folder: answer an incoming call simply by opening the phone.
Solve problems Solve problems To save the time and expense of an unnecessary service call, perform the simple checks in this section before contacting a service professional. When you switch on your phone, the following messages may appear: “Insert SIM card” •...
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If the above guidelines do not help you to 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.
Health and safety information 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.
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.
Health and safety information The minimum distance for this model phone is written in the FCC certification information from the body. None compliance with the above conditions may violate FCC RF exposure guidelines. For more Information concerning exposure to radio frequency signals, see the following websites: Federal Communications Commission (FCC) http://www.fcc.gov/rfsafety...
• 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.
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Health and safety information When driving a car, driving is your first responsibility. When using your wireless phone behind the wheel of a car, practice good common sense and remember the following tips. 1. Get to know your wireless phone and its features, such as speed dial and redial.
people with whom you are talking aware that you are driving and suspend conversations that have the potential to divert your attention from the road. 8. Use your wireless phone to call for help. Dial the emergency number in the case of fire, traffic accident or medical emergencies.
Health and safety information 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...
Switch off your phone in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy. Vehicles RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles.
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).
• 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.
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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. •...
Acknowledging Special Precautions and the FCC and Industry Canada Notice Cautions Modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. FCC Compliance Information This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
Health and safety information • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help. Appendix A: CERTIFICATION INFORMATION (SAR) THIS MODEL PHONE MEETS THE GOVERNMENT’S REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES. Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver.
FCC are Head: 0.888 W/Kg, Body- worn: 0.418 W/Kg. Body-worn operations are restricted to Samsungsupplied, approved or none Samsung designated accessories that have no metal and must provide at least 1.5 cm separation between the device, including its antenna whether extended or retracted, and the user’s body.
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Health and safety information WIRELESS PHONES, AND THE NUMBERS ARE RAPIDLY GROWING. But an important responsibility accompanies those benefits, one that every wireless phone user must uphold. When driving a car, driving is your first responsibility. A wireless phone can be an invaluable tool, but good judgment must be exercised at all times while driving a motor vehicle whether on the phone or not.
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accessory, take advantage of these devices if available to you. 3. Position your wireless phone within easy reach. Make sure you place your wireless phone within easy reach and where you can grab it without removing your eyes from the road. If you get an incoming call at an inconvenient time, if possible, let your voice mail answer it for you.
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Health and safety information which have the potential to divert your attention from the road. 8. Use your wireless phone to call for help. Your wireless phone is one of the greatest tools you can own to protect yourself and your family in dangerous situations-with your phone at your side, help is only three numbers away.
benefits of wireless telephones. And, as we take to the roads, we all have a responsibility to drive safely. “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...
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Health and safety information have not found any biological effects. Some studies have suggested that some biological effects may occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by additional research. In some cases, other researchers have had difficulty in reproducing those studies, or in determining the reasons for inconsistent results.
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• National Telecommunications and Information Administration • The National Institutes of Health participates in some interagency working group activities, as well. FDA shares regulatory responsibilities for wireless phones with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). All phones that are sold in the United States must comply with FCC safety guidelines that limit RF exposure.
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Health and safety information assessment of additional research needs in the context of the latest research developments around the world. 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.
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that using a wireless phone causes brain tumors or other ill effects. Their recommendation to limit wireless phone use by children was strictly precautionary; it was not based on scientific evidence that any health hazard exists. 7. Do hands-free kits for wireless phones reduce risks from exposure to RF emissions? Since there are no known risks from exposure to RF emissions from wireless phones, there is no reason to...
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Health and safety information Radio frequency energy (RF) from wireless phones can interact with some electronic devices. For this reason, FDA helped develop a detailed test method to measure electromagnetic interference (EMI) of implanted cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators from wireless telephones.
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under which people use wireless phones, so we don t know with certainty what the results of such studies mean for human health. 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.
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Health and safety information FCC RF Safety Program: http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/ Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): http://www.epa.gov/radiation/ Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA): http://www.osha-slc.gov/SLTC/ radiofrequencyradiation/index.html National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH): http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/emf/ World health Organization (WHO): http://www.who.int/peh-emf/ International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection: http://www.icnirp.de Health Protection Agency(UK)
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