Samsung SGH-A408 manuale d’uso

Printed in Korea Code No.: GH68- 02508 A English. 1 1 /2001. Re v . 1.0 ELECTRONICS World Wide Web http://www .samsungmobile.com DUAL BAND GSM TELEPHONE SGH-A408 * Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone depending on the software of the phone or your service provider .[...]

3 Contents Quick Safety Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Y our Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Phone Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Display . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

In-Call Options ............................................................. 59 Putting a Call on Hold ..................................................... 59 Switching the Microphone Off (Mute) ............................ 60 Muting/Sending Key T ones ............................................. 61 Searching for a Number in the Phonebook ......[...]

7 6 Quick Safety Guide Read these simple guidelines. Failure to comply with them may be dangerous or illegal. For more detailed safety information, see “Health and Safety Information” on page 130. Road safety comes first Do not use a hand-held mobile phone while driving; park the vehicle first. Switch off when refuelling Do not use the phone at[...]

In addition, you can obtain the following accessories for your phone from your local SAMSUNG dealer: • Simple hands-free kit • Standard and extended batteries • Cigarette lighter adapter 9 8 T ravel Adapter Handset Batteries Hand Strap Desktop Charger Radio frequency exposure information In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commission ([...]

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Display Display Layout The display comprises three areas. Area Description First line Displays various icons (see next page). Middle lines Display messages, instructions and any information that you enter (number to be dialled, for example). Last line Shows the functions currently assigned to the two soft keys. 13 12 Y Y o o u u r r P P h h o o n n[...]

15 14 Y Y o o u u r r P P h h o o n n e e Icons Icon Description (continued) Shows the received signal strength. The greater the number of bars, the better the signal strength. Appears when a call is in progress. Appears when a new text message has been received. Appears when the Vibrate mode is active. Appears when you set the alarm. Shows the lev[...]

16 17 G G e e t t t t i i n n g g S S t t a a r r t t e e d d 3. Slide the SIM card into the SIM card holder so that the holder locks the card in position. 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 (PIN, optional services available[...]

18 19 G G e e t t t t i i n n g g S S t t a a r r t t e e d d G G e e t t t t i i n n g g S S t t a a r r t t e e d d Charging a Battery Y our phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery . A travel adapter and a desktop charger are provided with your phone. Use only approved batteries and chargers. Ask your local SAMSUNG dealer for further de[...]

21 G G e e t t t t i i n n g g S S t t a a r r t t e e d d 20 G G e e t t t t i i n n g g S S t t a a r r t t e e d d Charging with the Desktop Charger Using the desktop charger , you can charge the battery alone. 1. Connect the lead from the travel adapter to the connector at the bottom of the charger . 2. Insert the battery alone into the slot of[...]

22 G G e e t t t t i i n n g g S S t t a a r r t t e e d d 23 G G e e t t t t i i n n g g S S t t a a r r t t e e d d 4. If the phone asks for a PIN, key in the PIN and press the OK soft key . For further details, see page 127. The phone searches for your network and when it finds it, the idle screen, illustrated below , is displayed. Now , you can[...]

25 G G e e n n e e r r a a l l F F u u n n c c t t i i o o n n s s 24 Ending a Call When you have finished your call, briefly press the key . Making a Call from the Phonebook Y ou can store the names and phone numbers dialled regularly in the SIM card and phone memory , called the phonebook. Y ou then simply select the required name to recall the a[...]

27 G G e e n n e e r r a a l l F F u u n n c c t t i i o o n n s s 26 G G e e n n e e r r a a l l F F u u n n c c t t i i o o n n s s If the caller can be identified, the caller’ s phone number (or name if stored in your phonebook) is displayed. If the caller cannot be identified, only the phone icon flashes. 1. If necessary , open the flip cover[...]

29 G G e e n n e e r r a a l l F F u u n n c c t t i i o o n n s s 28 G G e e n n e e r r a a l l F F u u n n c c t t i i o o n n s s Editing a Missed Call Number Note: If the number corresponding to the missed call is not available, the Edit Number option is not displayed. 1. Press the Options soft key . 2. If necessary , press the or key to highl[...]

31 30 T o view the various functions/options available and select the one required, proceed as follows. 1. Press the appropriate soft key . 2. T o... Then press the... Select the: Select soft key or • Function displayed key . or • Option highlighted View the next function key or key on the or highlight the next left side of the phone. option in[...]

33 32 S S e e l l e e c c t t i i n n g g F F u u n n c c t t i i o o n n s s a a n n d d O O p p t t i i o o n n s s S S e e l l e e c c t t i i n n g g F F u u n n c c t t i i o o n n s s a a n n d d O O p p t t i i o o n n s s Example: Setting the Display Language 1. When the idle screen is displayed, press the Menu soft key to enter the menu fa[...]

35 34 6. If you do not want to save the number and name in the suggested location, press the C key to clear the location number and enter your preferred location by pressing the number keys. 7. Press OK to store the name and number . 8. Press to return to the idle screen. Speed-Dialling by Memory Location Once you have stored phone numbers in the S[...]

37 36 P P h h o o n n e e b b o o o o k k P P h h o o n n e e b b o o o o k k Searching for and Dialling a Number in the Phonebook 1. When the idle screen is displayed, press the Name soft key . Y ou are asked to enter a name. 2. Enter the start of the name that you wish to find and press the Search soft key . Note: Y ou can also scroll through the[...]

39 38 Edit This option allows you to edit a number and name stored in the phonebook. Erase This option allows you to erase a number and name stored in the phonebook. Y ou are asked to confirm that you wish to erase the name and number from the phonebook by pressing the Ye s soft key . Copy This option allows you to copy a phonebook number to anothe[...]

41 40 P P h h o o n n e e b b o o o o k k Memory Status Y ou can check how many names and numbers are stored in the phonebook (card and phone memories). Proceed as follows. 1. In the idle mode, press the Name soft key . 2. Press the Search soft key . 3. Press the Options soft key . 4. Select the Memory Status option. 5. Press Next to toggle between[...]

Changing T ext Input Mode When you are in a field that allows character entry , you should notice the text input mode indicator at the bottom of the display . Y ou can change between Chinese input methods, and English or to numbers input. T o change to another text input mode: 1. Press the right soft key , indicating Mode or the text input mode. 2.[...]

45 E E n n t t e e r r i i n n g g T T e e x x t t 44 E E n n t t e e r r i i n n g g T T e e x x t t Scroll Keys and move the cursor left or right through your text message. and scroll through choices in the Character Selection Map and scrolls through text modes available when you access the Mode change menu. Keystroke Area Displays the keystrokes[...]

47 E E n n t t e e r r i i n n g g T T e e x x t t 46 E E n n t t e e r r i i n n g g T T e e x x t t T yping Characters in Pinyin Mode 1. Press keys corresponding to the phonetic spelling, referring to the Roman letters printed on the keys. Notice that the choices in the Character Selection Map change. Example: T yping in Pinyin mode 2. T o scroll[...]

49 E E n n t t e e r r i i n n g g T T e e x x t t 48 E E n n t t e e r r i i n n g g T T e e x x t t Clearing Strokes and Characters Press the C key one or more times to remove strokes to the left. Once the Keystroke Area is empty , pressing the C key removes characters from the T ext Area. Rapid Character Entry Rapid character entry is easy in an[...]

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53 E E n n t t e e r r i i n n g g T T e e x x t t 52 E E n n t t e e r r i i n n g g T T e e x x t t T yping Stokes and Characters in Stroke Mode 1. T o type a character , press keys corresponding to its component strokes. Press keys on the handset in the order that you would write the strokes, using one press per desired stroke. Example: T yping [...]

55 E E n n t t e e r r i i n n g g T T e e x x t t 54 E E n n t t e e r r i i n n g g T T e e x x t t Quick English Mode This mode allows you to enter English words with only one keypress per letter . Each key on a keypad has more than one letter - a single press on the 5 key could be J, K, or L. The Quick English mode automatically compares your k[...]

57 E E n n t t e e r r i i n n g g T T e e x x t t 56 E E n n t t e e r r i i n n g g T T e e x x t t Clearing Letters and W ords Press the C key one or more times to remove letters to the left. Press and hold the C key to erase entire words. English Mode When typing in English mode, you should press key labelled with the required character: -Once [...]

59 58 E E n n t t e e r r i i n n g g T T e e x x t t Number Mode Number mode enables you to enter numbers into a text message. Press keys corresponding to the desired digits, and manually switch back to the text entry mode of choice. Symbolic Mode Symbolic mode enables you to enter symbols into a text message. T o scroll through the symbols availa[...]

60 61 I I n n - - C C a a l l l l O O p p t t i i o o n n s s I I n n - - C C a a l l l l O O p p t t i i o o n n s s T o swap between the two calls, simply press the Swap soft key . The current call is placed on hold and the call on hold is reactivated so that you can continue conversing with the other party . When you have finished, end each call[...]

63 62 Searching for a Number in the Phonebook Y ou can search for a number in the phonebook during a call. 1. Press the Options soft key . 2. Press the key to highlight the Phonebook option. 3. Press the OK soft key . The phonebook entries are listed. 4. Enter the name that you wish to find. If you enter the start of the name, all phonebook entries[...]

65 64 I I n n - - C C a a l l l l O O p p t t i i o o n n s s Making a Multiparty Call A multiparty call is a network service that allows up to six people to take part simultaneously in a multiparty or conference call. For more information, contact your service provider . Setting up the Multiparty Call 1. Call the first participant in the normal wa[...]

67 66 Using the Menus The phone offers a range of functions that allow you to tailor the phone to your needs. These functions are arranged in menus and sub-menus. The menus and sub-menus can be accessed by using the navigation keys or by using the index system. Accessing a Menu Function by Scrolling 1. In idle mode, press the Menu soft key to acces[...]

69 68 U U s s i i n n g g t t h h e e M M e e n n u u s s U U s s i i n n g g t t h h e e M M e e n n u u s s List of Menu Functions The following illustration shows the menu structure available and indicates the: • Number assigned to each option • Page on which you can find a description of each feature Note: If you use a SIM A T card that pro[...]

71 70 U U s s i i n n g g t t h h e e M M e e n n u u s s U U s s i i n n g g t t h h e e M M e e n n u u s s 5. Organiser (see page 95) 6. Security (see page 104) 6.1 PIN Check 6.2 Change PIN 6.3 Phone Lock 6.4 Change Password 6.5 SIM Lock 6.6 FDN Mode * 6.7 Change PIN2 * 5.1 Calendar 5.2 T o Do List 5.3 T ime & Date 5.3.1 Set T ime 5.3.2 Set [...]

73 72 U U s s i i n n g g t t h h e e M M e e n n u u s s 8. W AP Browser (see page 117) 8.1 Home 8.2 Favorite 8.3 http:// 8.4 Settings 8.5 Clear Cache 9. Life (see page 118) 9.1 Games 9.2 Health 9.2.1 Bio Rhythm 9.2.1.1 T oday 9.2.1.2 Special day 9.2.1.3 Setup 9.2.1.4 Help 9.2.2 Fatness 9.2.2.1 Calculate 9.2.2.2 Help 9.2.3 Calorie 9.2.3.1 Daily Wo[...]

75 74 C C a a l l l l R R e e c c o o r r d d s s C C a a l l l l R R e e c c o o r r d d s s Dialled Calls Menu 1.3 This optio n lets you view the last 10 numbers dialled. Y ou can also: • Delete the number • Edit the number and save it in the phonebook • Redial the number Call Time Menu 1.4 This option lets you view the timers for calls mad[...]

77 76 Messages The SMS (Short Message Service) function is a network service and may not be supported by your network. Messages can be sent by text, fax, Email and paging messaging systems, provided that these services are supported by your network. T o send text messages by phone, you must obtain the number of the SMS centre from your service prov[...]

79 78 M M e e s s s s a a g g e e s s M M e e s s s s a a g g e e s s Write Messages Menu 2.2 Via this menu, you can write text messages of up to 160 English characters or 70 Chinese characters. Note: For further information on how to enter the characters in your message, refer to page 41. After you complete the message, you can select the followin[...]

81 80 M M e e s s s s a a g g e e s s M M e e s s s s a a g g e e s s Common Setting: two options are available. Reply Path : allows the recipient of your SMS message to send you a reply message via your message centre, if the service is provided by the network. Deliver y Repor ts : allows you to activate or deactivate the report function. When thi[...]

83 82 M M e e s s s s a a g g e e s s V oice Mail Menu 2.6 This menu provides you with a quick way of accessing your voice mailbox (if provided by your network). T o quickly connect to the voice server , press and hold down the the 1 key in the idle mode. Note: V oice Mail is a network feature. Please contact your service provider for more informat[...]

85 84 S S o o u u n n d d S S e e t t t t i i n n g g s s S S o o u u n n d d S S e e t t t t i i n n g g s s 2. Press the Edit soft key and compose your melody using the following keys. T o... Then press the... Enter a note between 1 to 7 keys respectively . C and B (do and si) Move a note up or 8 key . down one octave Insert the same Next soft ke[...]

87 86 S S o o u u n n d d S S e e t t t t i i n n g g s s S S o o u u n n d d S S e e t t t t i i n n g g s s Alert T ype Menu 3.4 This option allows you to indicate how you are to be informed of any incoming calls. The following options are available. Light only: only the backlight is switched on; the phone neither rings nor vibrates. Melody: the [...]

89 88 S S o o u u n n d d S S e e t t t t i i n n g g s s Minute Minder Menu 3.8 This option allows you to specify whether the phone must beep every minute during an outgoing call to keep you informed of the length of your call. The following options are available. OFF: the phone does not beep. ON: the phone beeps every minute. Connect T one Menu 3[...]

91 90 Infrared Activate Menu 4.2 This feature allows you to send or receive data/fax through the infrared port. T o use an infrared connection, you must: • Install the modem driver for receiving or sending data/fax. (We recommend 14400 bps Data/Fax modem manufactured by ‘Rockwell’ company .) • Install the network dial-up software supplied b[...]

92 93 P P h h o o n n e e S S e e t t t t i i n n g g s s P P h h o o n n e e S S e e t t t t i i n n g g s s Language Menu 4.5 Y ou can select a display language. The available languages are English , Chinese S (simplified Chinese) and Chinese T (traditional Chinese). Light Menu 4.6 Back Light Y ou can select whether or not the phone uses the back[...]

95 94 P P h h o o n n e e S S e e t t t t i i n n g g s s Anykey Answer Menu 4.9 This option allows you to answer an incoming call by pressing any key , except the key and Reject soft key . The following options are available. ON: to answer a call, you can press any key except the key and the Reject soft key . T o reject the call, press the key or [...]

97 96 Writing a Memo T o write or edit a memo on a specific date, proceed as follows. 1. Select the required date in the calendar , using the navigation keys. Note : T o skip to the previous or next month, press the or key on the left side of the phone. 2. Press the Select soft key . An empty memo screen is displayed to allow you to enter your memo[...]

99 98 O O r r g g a a n n i i s s e e r r O O r r g g a a n n i i s s e e r r 5. Enter your deadline. If you want to skip this step, press the Skip soft key . The task is saved without the deadline. 6. When entering is completed, press the OK soft key to save the task. Editing the T o Do List If tasks are already defined in the T o Do List when you[...]

101 100 O O r r g g a a n n i i s s e e r r O O r r g g a a n n i i s s e e r r Set Date: allows you to enter the day , month and year . Y ou can change the date format via the Format menu option ( 5.3.4 ). World T ime : allows you to check the current time for Greenwich Mean T ime (GMT) and 21 major cities around the world, using the and keys. The[...]

103 102 O O r r g g a a n n i i s s e e r r O O r r g g a a n n i i s s e e r r Calculator Menu 5.5 Using this feature, you can use the phone as a calculator . The calculator provides the basic arithmetic functions: addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Using the Calculator 1. Enter the first number using the numeric keys. 2. Press th[...]

105 104 Security The Security feature enables you to restrict the use of your phone to: • The people of your choice • The types of calls of your choice V arious codes and passwords are used to protect the features of your phone. They are described in the following sections (see also pages 127-129). PIN Check Menu 6.1 When the PIN Check feature [...]

107 106 S S e e c c u u r r i i t t y y S S e e c c u u r r i i t t y y Change Password Menu 6.4 The Change Password feature allows you to change your current phone password to a new one. Y ou must enter the current password before you can specify a new one. The password is factory set to 00000000. Once you have entered a new password, you are aske[...]

109 108 Network Services These menu functions are network services. Please contact your service provider to check their availability and subscribe to them, if you so wish. Call Diverting Menu 7.1 This network service enables incoming calls to be rerouted to the number that you specify . Example : Y ou may wish to divert your business calls to a col[...]

111 110 N N e e t t w w o o r r k k S S e e r r v v i i c c e e s s N N e e t t w w o o r r k k S S e e r r v v i i c c e e s s Call Barring Menu 7.2 The call barring network service allows you to restrict your calls. Call barring can be set up in the following ways. All Outgoing: calls cannot be made. International: international calls cannot be m[...]

113 112 N N e e t t w w o o r r k k S S e e r r v v i i c c e e s s Call W aiting Menu 7.3 This network service enables you to be informed when someone is trying to reach you during another call. Y ou can specify the call waiting option for voice calls only . T o set your call waiting options, proceed as follows. 1. Select the V oice Calls option b[...]

115 114 N N e e t t w w o o r r k k S S e e r r v v i i c c e e s s Caller ID Menu 7.5 Y ou 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. H[...]

117 116 T o... Then press the... Delete a CUG index Options soft key and select the Delete option. Activate a CUG index Options soft key and select the Activate option. Outside Access: lets you enable or disable calls to numbers other than those nominated for the Closed User Group. This feature depends on the nature of your CUG subscription. Please[...]

119 118 Life The Life feature enables you to: • enjoy some games. • check your physical condition to keep your health. Games Menu 9.1 Using this feature, you can play four different games with the phone: • Sniper • Snake • Mole • Othello Once you have selected a game, the following options are available. Play: allows you to start a game[...]

121 120 L L i i f f e e L L i i f f e e Fatness Using this feature, you can check the fatness index of your body . The following options are available. Calculate : allows you to calculate your fatness degree for your height and weight. T o calculate the fatness index, proceed as follows. 1. Select your gender , Male or Female using the and keys, an[...]

122 123 L L i i f f e e L L i i f f e e Pink Schedule Using this feature, you can set your menstrual period and check your physical schedule, such as the ovulation day , today’ s pregnancy probability, the pregnancy period and next menses day . Note : The schedule may not fit to your physical condition. Therefore, use this Pink schedule just for [...]

125 124 Solving Problems Before contacting the after -sales service, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary service call. When you switch your phone on, the following messages may appear Insert SIM Card • Check that the SIM card is correctly installed. Phone Locked Enter Password • The auto[...]

127 126 The phone starts beeping and “**W arning** Low Battery” flashes in the display • The battery is insufficiently charged. Replace the battery and recharge it. The audio quality of the call is poor • Check the signal strength indicator in the display ( ); the number of bars after it indicates the signal strength from strong ( ) to weak[...]

A A c c c c e e s s s s C C o o d d e e s s 129 128 A A c c c c e e s s s s C C o o d d e e s s PIN2 code The PIN2 code, supplied with some SIM cards, is required to access some functions, such as charging unit counters. These functions are only available if supported by your SIM card. If you key in an incorrect PIN2 code three times in succession,[...]

131 H H e e a a l l t t h h a a n n d d S S a a f f e e t t y y I I n n f f o o r r m m a a t t i i o o n n 130 130 Health and Safety Information Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals Y our mobile phone is a radio transmitter and receiver . It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) ene[...]

133 H H e e a a l l t t h h a a n n d d S S a a f f e e t t y y I I n n f f o o r r m m a a t t i i o o n n H H e e a a l l t t h h a a n n d d S S a a f f e e t t y y I I n n f f o o r r m m a a t t i i o o n n 132 For additional information concerning exposure to radio frequency signals, see the following websites: Federal Communications Commissi[...]

135 H H e e a a l l t t h h a a n n d d S S a a f f e e t t y y I I n n f f o o r r m m a a t t i i o o n n 134 H H e e a a l l t t h h a a n n d d S S a a f f e e t t y y I I n n f f o o r r m m a a t t i i o o n n • Extreme temperatures will affect the charging capacity of your battery: it may require cooling or warming first. • Do not leave [...]

137 H H e e a a l l t t h h a a n n d d S S a a f f e e t t y y I I n n f f o o r r m m a a t t i i o o n n 136 H H e e a a l l t t h h a a n n d d S S a a f f e e t t y y I I n n f f o o r r m m a a t t i i o o n n 5. Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while driving. Jotting down a “to do” list or flipping through your address book tak[...]

139 H H e e a a l l t t h h a a n n d d S S a a f f e e t t y y I I n n f f o o r r m m a a t t i i o o n n 138 H H e e a a l l t t h h a a n n d d S S a a f f e e t t y y I I n n f f o o r r m m a a t t i i o o n n Electronic Devices Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio frequency (RF) signals. However , certain electronic equipm[...]

141 H H e e a a l l t t h h a a n n d d S S a a f f e e t t y y I I n n f f o o r r m m a a t t i i o o n n 140 H H e e a a l l t t h h a a n n d d S S a a f f e e t t y y I I n n f f o o r r m m a a t t i i o o n n Potentially Explosive Atmospheres Switch off your phone when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs an[...]

143 H H e e a a l l t t h h a a n n d d S S a a f f e e t t y y I I n n f f o o r r m m a a t t i i o o n n 142 H H e e a a l l t t h h a a n n d d S S a a f f e e t t y y I I n n f f o o r r m m a a t t i i o o n n Emergency Calls Important! This phone, like any mobile phone, operates using radio signals, wireless and landline networks as well as [...]

144 H H e e a a l l t t h h a a n n d d S S a a f f e e t t y y I I n n f f o o r r m m a a t t i i o o n n 145 Glossary T o help you understand the main technical terms and abbreviations used in this booklet and take full advantage of the features on your mobile phone, here are a few definitions. Active Flip Ability to answer a call simply by open[...]

146 147 G G l l o o s s s s a a r r y y G G l l o o s s s s a a r r y y DCS Digital cellular network standard based on the GSM network architecture. With the higher frequency range (1800 MHz for DCS instead of 900 MHz for GSM), more radio channels can be made available, thus allowing the network to support more subscribers and traffic. Dual Band Ab[...]

148 149 G G l l o o s s s s a a r r y y SIM (Subscriber Identification Module) Card containing a chip with all the information required to operate the phone (network and memory information, as well as the subscriber’ s personal data). The SIM card fits into a small slot on the back of the phone and is protected by the battery . SMS (Short Message[...]

150 ➀ Key in the number . ➁ Press the Save soft key. ➂ Enter the name. ➃ Press the OK soft key . ➄ If necessary , change the location. ➅ Press the OK soft key . Store Numbers in the Phonebook ➀ Press the Name soft key . ➁ Enter the start of the name. ➂ Press the Search soft key . ➃ T o scroll through the names, press the and key[...]