* 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 http://www.samsungmobile.com Code No.:GH68-14959A English (EU). 11/2007. Rev. 1.
SGH-U700 User’s Guide
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. Switch off the phone when refuelling Do not use the phone at a refuelling point (service station) or near fuels or chemicals. Switch off in an aircraft Wireless phones can cause interference. Using them in an aircraft is both illegal and dangerous.
Be aware of special regulations Accessories and batteries 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. 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. Water resistance Your phone is not water-resistant. Keep it dry.
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.
• Music player Play music files on your phone. • Java Enjoy Java-based games and download new games. • Bluetooth Transfer media files and personal data, and connect to other devices using wireless Bluetooth technology. • File viewer Open documents in various formats on the phone without corruption. • Image editor Edit or decorate your photos. • Web browser Access the wireless web to get up-to-the-minute information and a wide variety of media content.
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 .............................................. 12 Customise your phone.............................
Overview of menu functions To access Menu mode, press [Centre] in Idle mode (if you are in Netherlands, press
Unpack Make sure you have each item • • • • Phone Travel adapter Battery User’s Guide Get started First steps to operating your phone Assemble and charge the phone 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.
Removing the battery cover Phone layout Front view Earpiece 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 [ ].
Get started Keys and icons Rear view Keys Mirror Camera flash Rear camera lens Press and hold to switch the phone on or off. Perform the function indicated on the bottom line of the display. Make a video call. Camera key Memory card slot 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 and then .
In Idle mode, access Menu mode. If you are in Netherlands, launch the web browser in Idle mode. In Menu mode, select the highlighted menu option or confirm input. Make or answer a call. In Idle mode, retrieve the numbers recently dialled, missed, or received. End a call. Delete characters from the display. In Menu mode, cancel input and return the phone to Idle mode. Enter special characters or perform special functions. In Idle mode, press and hold [ ] to activate or deactivate the Silent profile.
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. Signal strength Video call in progress Bluetooth active Connected with PC via a USB port Connecting to GPRS (2.5G) network or transferring data in GPRS (2.
Profile • • • • • • setting: : Normal : Silent : Driving : Meeting : Outdoor : Offline Access menu functions Select an option 1. Press a desired soft key. 2. Press the Navigation keys to move to the next or previous option. 3. Press
Get started Enter text Change the text input mode • • • ABC mode T9 mode Press and hold [ ] to switch between T9 mode and ABC mode. Press [ ] to change case or switch to Number mode. Press and hold [ ] to switch to Symbol mode. To enter a word: Press the appropriate key until the character you want appears on the display. 3. When the word displays correctly, press [ ] to insert a space. Otherwise, press [0] to display alternative word choices.
Customise your phone 4. Select Voice call ringtone → a category → a ringtone. If you are in Netherlands, press
Get started Idle mode wallpaper Menu shortcuts 1. In Idle mode, press [Centre] and select Settings → Display & light settings → Display settings → Wallpaper → Pictures → Images. You can activate the Silent profile to avoid disturbing other people. In Idle mode, press and hold [ ]. 2. Select an image category. 1. In Idle mode, press [Centre] and select Settings → Security → Phone lock. 3. Select an image. 2. Select On. 4. Press . 3. Enter a new 4- to 8-digit password and press . 1.
Step outside the phone To make a video call: Begin with call functions, camera, music player, web browser, and other special features 1. In Idle mode, enter an area code and phone number. If you are in Netherlands, press
Step outside the phone Make a multi-party call 1. During a call, call the second participant. The first call is put on hold. Use the camera Take a photo 2. Aim the lens at the subject and make any desired adjustments. 2. Press and select Join. 3. Repeat step 1 and 2 to add more participants. 4. During a multi-party call: • Press and select Split to have a private conversation with one participant.
Record a video 1. In Idle mode, press and hold [ ] to turn on the camera. 2. Press [1] to switch to Record mode. 3. Press [Centre] or [ start recording. ] to 4. Press [Centre] or [ ] to stop recording. The video is saved automatically. 5. Press to record another video. View a video 1. In Idle mode, press [Centre] and select My files → Videos → My video clips. 2. Select the video you want. Play music Copy music files to the phone Use these methods: • Download from the wireless web.
Step outside the phone Synchronise with Windows Media Player You can copy music files to your phone by synchronising with Windows Media Player 11. 1. In Idle mode, press [Centre] and select Settings → Phone settings → USB settings → Media player. 2. Connect your phone and PC with an optional PC data cable. 3. Select Sync digital media files to this device when a pop-up window appears on your PC. 4. Enter the name of your phone and click Finish. 5. Select and drag the music files you want to the sync list.
• • / : adjust the volume. Jog disc: rotate to scan forward or backward in a file. 6. Press and select Add to playlist → Selected or Multiple. 7. For Multiple, select the files you want and press . 4. Press [Down] to stop playback. Create a playlist 1. From the music player screen, press and select Open playlist → All → Playlists. 2. Press and select Create playlist. 3. Enter the title of the playlist and press . 4.
Step outside the phone • • To return to the previous page, press . To access browser options, press . Find a contact 2. Enter the first few letters of the name you want. 3. Select a contact. Use Phonebook Add a contact 3. For Phone, select a number type. 4. Specify contact information. 5. Press [Centre] or press and select Save to save the contact. 20 4. Scroll to a number and press [ ] to dial, or press and select Edit to edit contact information. 1.
Send a multimedia message 4. Enter destination numbers. 7. Press [Up] to move to the recipient field. 5. Press and select Send to send the message. 8. Enter destination numbers or email addresses. 9. Press and select Send to send the message. 1. In Idle mode, press < > and select Create message → Message. 2. Enter the message text. 3. Press and select Add item, Create item, or Add attachment. 4. Add a media file, contact, calendar item, or bookmark item. Send an email 1.
Step outside the phone 7. Press [Up] to move to the recipient field. 8. Enter email addresses. 9. Press and select Send to send the email. View messages If you are in Netherlands, press
Turn on Bluetooth 1. In Idle mode, press [Centre] and select Settings‡ → Network settings‡ → Bluetooth → Activation → On. 3. Enter a Bluetooth PIN or the other device’s Bluetooth PIN, if it has one, and press . When the owner of the other device enters the same code, pairing is complete. ‡ Bluetooth is available under Network settings if the Yahoo! or Google service is available. 2. Select My phone’s visibility → On to allow other devices to locate your phone.
Step outside the phone 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. Switch applications You can switch to other applications from a menu, without closing the menu screen you are using. Switch to an application 1. While using a menu, press [ ]. 2. Select an application. Available applications • • • 24 Call: open the dialling screen. Messages: access the Messages menu.
Menu functions Internet All menu options listed Menu Description This section provides brief explanations of menu functions on your phone. Go to homepage Connect your phone to the network and load the homepage of the wireless web service provider. Check the most recent calls dialled, received, or missed. Enter URL Enter a URL address and access the associated web page. Phonebook Bookmarks Save URL addresses in order to quickly access web pages.
Menu functions Menu Description Menu Description Advanced Clear the cache. Delete cookies or set whether or not they are stored. Change the settings for the web browser and access version and copyright information about it. Email inbox Access emails that you have received. Drafts Access messages that you have saved to send at a later time. Outbox Access messages that the phone is attempting to send or has failed to send. Sentbox Access messages that you have sent.
Menu Description Menu Description Messages settings Set up various options for using the messaging services. Media album Memory status Check information about the memory currently in use. Access the Media Album service, with which you can organise your own online media album. This menu is available only if supported by your service provider. Memory status Check information about the memory currently in use.
Menu functions Yahoo!/Google/Bluetooth Depending on your country or service provider, you may have one of these three menus here: • Yahoo!: Launch the Yahoo search engine to find information, news, images, or local services from around the web. You can also use the messenger service. • Google: Launch the Google search engine to find information, news, images, or local services from around the web. You can also use the email service. • Bluetooth: Connect the phone wirelessly to other Bluetooth devices.
Menu Description Menu Description SIM application toolkit Use a variety of additional services offered by your service provider. Depending on your USIM or SIM card, this menu may be available but labelled differently. Time & date Change the time and date displayed on your phone. Display & light settings → Display settings → Wallpaper Change the background image that is displayed in Idle mode.
Menu functions 30 Menu Description Menu Description Display & light settings → Display settings → Dialling display Customise the settings for the display while dialling. Display & light settings → Light settings → Keypad light Set how the phone controls the use of the keypad light. Display & light settings → Display settings → Clock display Set the dual clock, one for your local time zone and the other for a time zone of your choice, to be displayed in Idle mode.
Menu Description Phone settings Set how the phone → Slide settings reacts when you open it for an incoming call, and when you close it while using a function. Phone settings → Touch sensitivity Adjust the sensitivity level of the touch keys to better recognise your press. This menu is available depending on the software installed. Phone settings → Vibration feedback Set the phone to vibrate when you tap an option or icon. This menu is available depending on the software installed.
Menu functions 32 Menu Description Menu Description Security → Change phone password Change the phone password. Application settings Customise the settings for using applications available on the phone. Security → Change PIN code Change the PIN. Network settings → Bluetooth‡ Connect the phone wirelessly to other Bluetooth devices. Security → Change PIN2 code Change the PIN2.
Menu Description Network settings → Connections Create and customise the profiles containing the settings for connecting your phone to the network. Memory settings Check information about the memory currently in use. You can also clear the memory. Operator settings Set a service provider according to the USIM or SIM card you are using. Master reset Reset the phone’s settings you have changed.
Health and safety information The highest SAR value for this model phone was 0.822 W/kg. 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.
• • 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). For example, do not carry a spare battery in a pocket or bag where the battery may contact metal objects. Short-circuiting the terminals may damage the battery or the object causing the shortcircuiting. Dispose of used batteries in accordance with local regulations. Always recycle.
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. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.
To make or receive calls, the phone must be switched on and in a service area with adequate signal strength. Emergency calls may not be possible on all wireless phone networks or when certain network services and/or phone features are in use. Check with local service providers. To make an emergency call: 1. Switch on the phone. 2. Key in the emergency number for your present location. Emergency numbers vary by location. 3. Press [ ].
Health and safety information • • • • • • • • 38 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. Do not store the phone in hot areas. High temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices, damage batteries, and warp or melt certain plastics. Do not store the phone in cold areas.
