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E218.book Page 3 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Drive safely at all times Do not use a hand-held phone while driving. Park your vehicle first. 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: B012882 • JavaTM is a trademark or registered trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc.
E218.book Page 1 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Be aware of special regulations Meet any special regulations in force in any area and always switch off your phone whenever it is forbidden to use it, or when it may cause interference or danger. Water resistance Your phone is not water-resistant. Keep it dry. Sensible use Use only in the normal position (held to your ear). Avoid unnecessary contact with the antenna when the phone is switched on.
E218.book Page 2 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM 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. Indicates that you need to press the Navigation keys to scroll to the specified option and then select it.
E218.book Page 3 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM • 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. • Web browser Access the wireless web to get up-to-the-minute information and a wide variety of media content.
E218.book Page 4 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Contents Unpack 6 Make sure you have each item Get started 6 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 .................................. 11 Enter text ......................................
E218.book Page 5 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Overview of menu functions To access Menu mode, press
E218.book Page 6 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Unpack Make sure you have each item • Phone • Travel adapter • Battery • User’s Guide You can obtain various accessories from your local Samsung dealer. Get started First steps to operating your phone Assemble and charge the phone • The items supplied with your phone and the accessories available at your Samsung dealer may vary, depending on your country or service provider. • Use the purchased accessories with only Samsung-authorised devices.
E218.book Page 7 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Phone layout Removing the battery cover With the phone open Earpiece Main display Power on or off Switch on 1. Open the phone. 2. Press and hold [ ]. 3. If necessary, enter the PIN and press . Switch off 1. Open the phone. 2. Press and hold [ ].
E218.book Page 8 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Get started Keys and icons With the phone closed Keys Camera lens Multi-function jack External display Camera key Perform the function indicated on the bottom line of the display. In Idle mode, access your favourite menus directly. • Up: My menu mode • Down/Left/Right: your favourite menus In Menu mode, scroll through menu options. In Idle mode, access the WAP browser menu. In Menu mode, select the highlighted menu option or confirm input.
E218.book Page 9 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM 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. Enter numbers, letters, and some special characters. In Idle mode, press and hold [1] to access your voicemail server. Press and hold [0] to enter an international call prefix.
E218.book Page 10 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Get started Icons The following icons may appear on the top line of the screen to indicate your phone’s status. Depending on your country or service provider, the icons shown on the display may vary. Synchronised with PC Call diverting active Signal strength Home Zone GPRS (2.5G) network or browsing Internet on PC using phone as modem Office Zone Connecting to GPRS (2.5G) network Transferring data in GPRS (2.
E218.book Page 11 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Memory card inserted SOS message feature active Alarm set Access menu functions Select an option FM radio on Silent mode (Vibration) Call ringer set to vibrate or vibrate then melody 4. Press to move up one level. Press [ ] to return to Idle mode. Mute mode, during a call Battery power level 2. Press the Navigation keys to move to the next or previous option. 3.
E218.book Page 12 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Get started Enter text Change the text input mode 1. In the text entry screen, press the right soft key. Pinyin mode To enter a word: 6. Press the number key corresponding to the character. Predictive text When you enter a character, your phone displays additional characters that are commonly used to make words and phrases. This helps you enter phrases or words with minimal key presses. 2. Select the mode you want. 1.
E218.book Page 13 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM 3. Press the number key corresponding to the character you want. Predictive text When you enter a character, your phone displays additional characters that are commonly used to make words and phrases. This helps you enter phrases or words with minimal key presses. ABC mode To enter a word: Press the appropriate key until the character you want appears on the display. English word To enter a word: mode 1. Press [2] to [9] to start entering a word. 2.
E218.book Page 14 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Get started Symbol mode Press the corresponding number key to select a symbol. Other operations • Press [1] to enter punctuation marks or special characters in ABC mode and English word mode. • Press [ ] to change case in ABC mode and English word mode. • Press [ ] to insert a space. • Press the Navigation keys to move the cursor. • Press [C] to delete characters one by one. • Press and hold [C] to clear the entire display.
E218.book Page 15 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Key tone volume Idle mode wallpaper In Idle mode, press [Volume] to adjust the key tone volume. 1. In Idle mode, press
E218.book Page 16 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Silent mode Phone lock You can switch the phone to Silent mode to avoid disturbing other people. In Idle mode, press and hold [ ]. 1. In Idle mode, press
E218.book Page 17 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Use the speakerphone feature Make a multiparty call • Press and select Removed to drop one participant. During a call, press [OK] and then to activate the speaker. Press [OK] again to switch back to the earpiece. 1. During a call, call the second participant. 2. Press and select Join. 3. Repeat step 1 and 2 to add more participants. 4.
E218.book Page 18 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Step outside the phone Use the camera Take a photo 1. In Idle mode, press and hold [Camera] to turn on the camera. Record a video 2. Press [1] to switch to Record mode. 2. Aim the lens at the subject and make any desired adjustments. 3. Press [OK] or [Camera] to start recording. 4. Press [OK], < >, or [Camera] to stop recording. The video is saved automatically. 3. Press [OK] or [Camera] to take a photo. The photo is saved automatically. 4.
E218.book Page 19 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Play music Copy music files to the phone Create a playlist 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. 1. In Idle mode, press
E218.book Page 20 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Step outside the phone • Right: skip to the next file. Press and hold to scan forward in a file. • Up: open the playlist. • Volume: adjust the volume. 2. In Idle mode, press
E218.book Page 21 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM By manual setup: 1. From the radio screen, press [Left] or [Right] to select the radio station you want. Navigate the web 2. Press and select Add. 3. Press or [OK] to save the station. Browse the web Launch the web browser In Idle mode, press [OK] and select Home. The homepage of your service provider opens. • To scroll through browser items, press [Up] or [Down]. • To select an item, press [OK].
E218.book Page 22 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Step outside the phone 3. For Phone, select a number type. 4. Specify contact information. 5. Press or [OK] to save the contact. Send messages Send a text message 1. In Idle mode, press
E218.book Page 23 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM 2. Select Subject. 3. Enter the message subject and press [OK]. 4. Select Image or video and add an image or a video clip. 5. Select Sound and add a sound clip. 6. Select Text. 7. Enter the message text and press [OK]. 8. Press and select Send. View messages View a text message 1. In Idle mode, press
E218.book Page 24 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Step outside the phone Use Bluetooth Your phone is equipped with Bluetooth technology, enabling you to connect the phone wirelessly to other Bluetooth devices and exchange data with them, talk hands-free, or control the phone remotely. Search for and pair with a Bluetooth device 1. In Idle mode, press
E218.book Page 25 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Send data 1. Access an application, Phonebook, My files, Calendar, or Memo. 2. Select an item. 3. Press and select Send via → Bluetooth. Receive data 1. When a device attempts to access your phone, press to permit the connection. 2. If necessary, press to confirm that you are willing to receive. 4. For sending a contact, select which data you want to send. 5. Search for and select a device. 6.
E218.book Page 26 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Menu functions Menu Description All menu options listed Call time This section provides brief explanations of menu functions on your phone. Check the time record for calls made and received. Call costs Check the cost of your calls, if supported by your SIM card. Call log 26 Menu Description Recent contacts, Missed calls, Dialled calls, Received calls Check the most recent calls dialled, received, or missed.
E218.book Page 27 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Menu Description 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 the numbers. Management Service number Manage contacts in Phonebook or change the default settings for Phonebook. View the SDN (Service Dialling Number) list assigned by your service provider, if supported by your SIM card.
E218.book Page 28 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Menu functions Menu Description Menu Description World clock Set your local time zone and find out the current time in another part of the world. Timer Set a period of time for the phone to count down. Stopwatch Measure elapsed time. Access up-to-date information and a wide variety of media content, such as wallpapers, ringtones, and music files. Memo Make memos for things that are important and manage them.
E218.book Page 29 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Google Launch the Google search engine to find information, news, images, or local services from around the web. Menu Description Delete all Delete messages in each message folder all at once. Settings Set up various options for using the messaging services. SOS messages Specify options for sending and receiving an SOS message. You can send an SOS message by pressing [Volume] 4 times in Idle mode, with the phone closed.
E218.book Page 30 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Menu functions My files Description Images, Videos, Music, Sounds, Other files Access media files and other files stored in the phone’s memory. Camera Memory card Access the files stored on a memory card. This menu is only available when you insert a memory card into the phone. Settings Memory status 30 Calendar Keep track of your schedule. Menu Check information about the memory currently in use.
E218.book Page 31 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Menu Description Phone settings → Enter the greeting that is Greeting displayed briefly when the message phone is switched on. Phone settings → Set the Navigation keys as Shortcuts shortcuts to access specific menus directly from Idle mode. [Up] is fixed as a shortcut to My menu mode. Phone settings → Set up a menu of your own My menu using your favourite menu items, which can be easily accessed by pressing [Up] in Idle mode.
E218.book Page 32 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Menu functions 32 Menu Description Menu Description Display settings → Dialling display Customise the settings for the display while dialling. Sound settings → Message tone Display settings → Clock display Select a clock type to be displayed on the idle screen. Change the sound settings for incoming messages individually according to message type.
E218.book Page 33 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Menu Description Menu Description Sound settings → Extra tones Customise additional tones for the phone. Light settings → Backlight time Select the length of time the backlight or display stays on when the phone is not used. Network services Set the phone to inform → Call waiting you when someone is calling you while on another call. Light settings → Keypad light Set how the phone controls the use of the keypad light.
E218.book Page 34 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Menu functions Menu Description Menu Description Network services Set calls to be restricted to → Closed user a selected user group. group Security → Change password Change the phone password. Bluetooth Connect the phone wirelessly to other Bluetooth devices. Security → Privacy Security → PIN check Activate your PIN to protect your SIM card against unauthorised use.
E218.book Page 35 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Menu Description Menu Description Security → Change PIN2 code Change your current PIN2, if supported by your SIM card. Connection settings Security → Mobile tracker Set the phone to send the 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.
E218.book Page 36 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM 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. These limits are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish permitted levels of RF energy for the general population.
E218.book Page 37 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Precautions when using batteries • • • • • • Never use a charger or battery that is damaged in any way. Use the battery only for its intended purpose. If you use the phone near the network’s base station, it uses less power. Talk and standby time are greatly affected by the signal strength on the cellular network and the parameters set by the service provider.
E218.book Page 38 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM 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 you are driving a car, driving is your first responsibility. When using your wireless phone while driving, follow local regulations in the country or region you are in.
E218.book Page 39 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Hearing aids Posted facilities 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. Switch off your phone in any facility where posted notices require you to do so. Other medical devices Switch off your phone when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere, and obey all signs and instructions.
E218.book Page 40 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Health and safety information 40 Emergency calls Other important safety information 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 like medical emergencies.
E218.book Page 41 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM • Failure to observe these instructions may lead to the suspension or denial of telephone services to the offender, or legal action, or both. • • 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.
E218.book Page 42 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM Health and safety information • • • • 42 When the phone or battery gets wet, the label indicating water damage inside the phone changes colour. In this case, phone repairs are no longer guaranteed by the manufacturer's warranty, even if the warranty for your phone has not expired. If your phone has a flash or light, do not use it too close to the eyes of people or animals. This may cause damage to their eyes.
E218.book Page 1 Wednesday, August 8, 2007 11:36 AM * 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. * The font that is used in this model is according to the China National Standard(Standard NO. : SJ 11296-2003) from MII(The Ministry of Information Industry). World Wide Web http://www.
