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Learn to switch to other applications from a menu,
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Internet

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Music player

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Follow all posted warnings and directions from
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Summary of Contents for SGH-G508E

Page 1: ... manual may differ from your phone depending on the software of the phone or your service provider World Wide Web http www samsungmobile com Printed in Korea Code No GH68 19490A English CHN 06 2008 Rev 1 0 Draft version 2008 07 10 ...

Page 2: ...SGH G508E user manual ...

Page 3: ...ng your mobile phone and using basic functions Instructional icons Before you start familiarise yourself with the icons you will see in this manual Warning situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution situations that could cause damage to your phone or other equipment Note notes usage tips or additional information X Refer to pages with related information for example X p 12 re...

Page 4: ...ft Corporation Followed by the order of options or menus you must select to perform a step for example Press Menu Messages Create message represents Menu followed by Messages followed by Create message Square brackets phone keys for example represents the Power Menu exit key Angled brackets softkeys that control different functions at each screen for example OK represents the OK softkey Licensed b...

Page 5: ...rmation 7 introducing your mobile phone 11 Unpack 11 Phone layout 12 Keys 13 Display 14 Icons 15 assembling and preparing your mobile phone 17 Install the SIM card and battery 17 Charge the battery 19 Insert a memory card optional 20 using basic functions 21 Turn your phone on and off 21 Access menus 22 ...

Page 6: ...40 Use advanced camera functions 42 Use advanced music functions 45 using tools and applications 48 Use the Bluetooth wireless feature 48 Print images 50 Activate and send an SOS message 51 Activate the mobile tracker 52 Record and play voice memos 52 Use Java powered games and applications 53 Use the RSS reader 54 Create and view world clocks 55 Set and use alarms 56 Use the calculator 57 Convert...

Page 7: ...our phone away from small children and pets Keep your phone and all accessories out of the reach of small children or animals Small parts may cause choking or serious injury if swallowed Protect your hearing Safety warnings Listening to a headset at high volumes can damage your hearing Use only the minimum volume setting necessary to hear your conversation or music ...

Page 8: ... in a fire Follow all local regulations when disposing used batteries Never place batteries or phones on or in heating devices such as microwave ovens stoves or radiators Batteries may explode when overheated Never crush or puncture the battery Avoid exposing the battery to high external pressure which can lead to an internal short circuit and overheating Avoid interference with pacemakers Maintai...

Page 9: ...tion injuries When sending text messages or playing games on your phone hold the phone with a relaxed grip press the buttons lightly use special features that reduce the number of buttons you have to press such as templates and predictive text and take frequent breaks Drive safely at all times Avoid using your phone while driving and obey all regulations that restrict the use of mobile phones whil...

Page 10: ...es the wireless functions when directed by airline personnel Protect batteries and chargers from damage Avoid exposing batteries to very cold or very hot temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 45 C 115 F Extreme temperatures can reduce the charging capacity and life of your batteries Prevent batteries from contacting metal objects as this can create a connection between the and terminals of your bat...

Page 11: ... Avoid using the phone s camera flash or light close to the eyes of children or animals Your phone and memory cards may be damaged by exposure to magnetic fields Do not use carrying cases or accessories with magnetic closures or allow your phone to come in contact with magnetic fields for extended periods of time Avoid interference with other electronic devices Your phone emits radio frequency RF ...

Page 12: ...charge and must be recharged before use Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use Use batteries only for their intended purpose Handle SIM cards and memory cards with care Do not remove a card while the phone is transferring or accessing information as this could result in loss of data and or damage to the card or phone Protect cards from strong shocks static electricity and electrica...

Page 13: ...l on Radiation Protection and Measurement NCRP and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers IEEE In both cases the recommendations were developed by scientific and engineering experts drawn from industry government and academia after extensive reviews of the scientific literature related to the biological effects of RF energy The exposure limit set by the FCC for wireless mobile phone...

Page 14: ...new model phone is available for sale to the public it must be tested and certified to the FCC that it does not exceed the exposure limit established by the FCC Tests for each model phone are performed in positions and locations e g at the ear and worn on the body as required by the FCC The highest SAR values for this model phone as reported to the FCC are GSM 1900 Mode Part 24 Head ０３６３ W Kg Bod...

Page 15: ...elating to radio frequency RF exposure from wireless phones The FDA publication includes the following information What kinds of phones are the subject of this update The term wireless phone refers here to hand held wireless phones with built in antennas often called cell mobile or PCS phones These types of wireless phones can expose the user to measurable radio frequency energy RF because of the ...

Page 16: ...l RF exposures 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 What is FDA s role concerning the safety of wireless phones Under the law FDA d...

Page 17: ... The following agencies belong to this working group National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Environmental Protection Agency Federal Communications Commission Occupational Safety and Health Administration National Telecommunications and Information Administration The National Institutes of Health participates in some interagency working group activities as well FDA shares regulatory ...

Page 18: ... that showed increased tumor development used animals that had been genetically engineered or treated with cancer causing chemicals so as to be pre disposed to develop cancer in absence of RF exposure Other studies exposed the animals to RF for up to 22 hours per day These conditions are not similar to the conditions under which people use wireless phones so we don t know with certainty what the r...

Page 19: ... provide answers about some health effects such as cancer This is because the interval between the time of exposure to a cancer causing agent and the time tumors develop if they do may be many many years The interpretation of epidemiological studies is hampered by difficulties in measuring actual RF exposure during day to day use of wireless phones Many factors affect this measurement such as the ...

Page 20: ...ndent investigators The initial research will include both laboratory studies and studies of wireless phone users The CRADA will also include a broad assessment of additional research needs in the context of the latest research developments around the world 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 thi...

Page 21: ...creasing the distance between the user and the RF source will reduce RF exposure Some groups sponsored by other national governments have advised that children be discouraged from using wireless phones at all For example the government in the United Kingdom distributed leaflets containing such a recommendation in December 2000 They noted that no evidence exists that using a wireless phone causes b...

Page 22: ...aim to shield the user from RF absorption use special phone cases while others involve nothing more than a metallic accessory attached to the phone Studies have shown that these products generally do not work as advertised Unlike hand free kits these so called shields may interfere with proper operation of the phone The phone may be forced to boost its power to compensate leading to an increase in...

Page 23: ...rference occurs when a person uses a compatible phone and a compatible hearing aid at the same time This standard was approved by the IEEE in 2000 FDA continues to monitor the use of wireless phones for possible interactions with other medical devices Should harmful interference be found to occur FDA will conduct testing to assess the interference and work to resolve the problem Additional informa...

Page 24: ...d remember the following tips 1 Get to know your wireless phone and its features such as speed dial and redial If available these features help you to place your call without taking your attention off the road 2 When available use a hands free device If possible add an additional layer of convenience and safety to your wireless phone with one of the many hands free accessories available today 3 Po...

Page 25: ...call for help Dial 9 1 1 or other local emergency number in the case of fire traffic accident or medical emergencies Remember it is a free call on your wireless phone 9 Use your wireless phone to help others in emergencies If you see an auto accident crime in progress or other serious emergency where lives are in danger call 9 1 1 or other local emergency number as you would want others to do for ...

Page 26: ... held to your ear with the antenna pointing over your shoulder Using Your Phone Near Other 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...

Page 27: ...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 Check with the manufacturer or its representative regarding your vehicle You should also consult the manufacturer of any equipment that has been added to your ...

Page 28: ...ns Therefore you should never rely solely on any wireless phone for essential communications medical emergencies for example Remember to make or receive any 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 servi...

Page 29: ...rt 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to...

Page 30: ...rs The use of any unauthorized accessories may be dangerous and void the phone warranty if said accessories cause damage or a defect to the phone Although your phone is quite sturdy it is a complex piece of equipment and can be broken Avoid dropping hitting bending or sitting on it However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does ca...

Page 31: ...ment in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area If wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag inflates serious injury could result Switch your phone off before boarding an aircraft The use of wireless phone in aircraft is illegal and may be dangerous to the aircraft s operation Failure to observe these instructions may lead to the suspension or denial of telepho...

Page 32: ...phone the system handling your call controls the power level This power can range from 0 006 watts to 0 2 watts in digital mode Maintaining Your Phone s Peak Performance For the best care of your phone only authorized personnel should service your phone and accessories Faulty service may void the warranty There are several simple guidelines to operating your phone properly and maintaining safe sat...

Page 33: ...ing temperature features selected frequency of calls and voice data and other application usage patterns Battery Precautions Never use any 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...

Page 34: ...arly affected by temperatures below 0 C 32 F Do not short circuit the battery Accidental short circuiting can occur when a metallic object coin clip or pen causes a direct connection between the and terminals of the battery metal strips on the battery for example when you carry a spare battery in a pocket or bag Short circuiting the terminals may damage the battery or the object causing the short ...

Page 35: ...ts normal operating temperature moisture can form inside the phone which may damage the phone s electronic circuit boards Do not drop knock or shake the phone Rough handling can break internal circuit boards Do not use harsh chemicals cleaning solvents or strong detergents to clean the phone Wipe it with a soft cloth slightly dampened in a mild soap and water solution Do not paint the phone Paint ...

Page 36: ...e only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna Unauthorized antennas or modified accessories may damage the phone and violate regulations governing radio devices If the phone battery charger or any accessory is not working properly take it to your nearest qualified service facility The personnel there will assist you and if necessary arrange for service ...

Page 37: ...one Battery Travel adapter charger User manual The items supplied with your phone may vary depending on the software and accessories available in your region or offered by your service provider You can obtain additional accessories from your local Samsung dealer Use only Samsung approved software Pirated or illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions that are not covered by manufacture s war...

Page 38: ...meric keys Mouthpiece Volume key Dial key Left softkey 4 way navigation key Right softkey Organiser key Earpiece Main display Flashbulb Special function keys Delete key Application switch key Camera lens Menu access Confirm key Memory card slot Internal antenna External display Touch screen Multifunction jack Hold key Camera key Depending on your service provider or region the key may perform diff...

Page 39: ...er applications Application switch Open the application switch window to access other applications without exiting the current application Dial Make or answer a call In Idle mode retrieve recently dialled missed or received numbers Delete Delete characters or items in an application Power Menu exit Turn the phone on and off press and hold End a call In Menu mode cancel input and return to Idle mod...

Page 40: ...ss and hold to enter a pause between numbers Volume Adjust the phone s volume Hold Lock or unlock the touch screen Camera In Idle mode turn on the camera press and hold In Camera mode take a photo or record a video Key Function Icon line Displays various icons Text and graphic area Displays messages instructions and information you enter Softkey line Displays the current actions assigned to each s...

Page 41: ...via EDGE network Voice call in progress Bluetooth hands free car kit or headset connected FM radio on FM radio suspended Bluetooth activated Connected with PC Alarm activated Memory card inserted Call diverting activated Roaming outside of normal service area Normal profile activated Silent profile activated Driving profile activated Meeting profile activated Outdoor profile activated Offline prof...

Page 42: ...New email message New voice mail message New push message New configuration message Text message full Multimedia message full Email message full Voice mail message full Push message full Configuration message full Battery power level Current time Icon Definition ...

Page 43: ...its first use Install the SIM card and battery When you subscribe to a cellular service you will receive a Subscriber Identity Module or SIM card with subscription details such as your personal identification number PIN and optional services To install the SIM card and battery 1 Remove the battery cover If the phone is on press and hold to turn it off ...

Page 44: ...18 assembling and preparing your mobile phone 2 Insert the SIM card 3 Insert the battery 4 Replace the battery cover Place the SIM card in the phone with the gold coloured contacts facing down ...

Page 45: ... of the travel adapter 2 Plug the large end of the travel adapter into a power outlet 3 When the battery is fully charged the icon is no longer moving unplug the travel adapter from the power outlet 4 Unplug the travel adapter from the phone With the triangle facing up Improperly connecting the travel adapter can cause serious damage to the phone Any damages by misuse are not covered by the warran...

Page 46: ... 2 Insert a memory card with the label side facing up 3 Push the memory card in the memory card slot until it locks in place To remove the memory card push it gently until it disengages from the phone and then pull the memory card out of the memory card slot About the low battery indicator When your battery is low the phone will emit a warning tone and a low battery message The battery icon will a...

Page 47: ...and off To turn your phone on 1 Open the phone 2 Press and hold 3 Enter your PIN and press Confirm if necessary To turn your phone off repeat steps 1 and 2 above Switch to the Offline profile By switching to the Offline profile you can use your phone s non network services in areas where wireless devices are prohibited such as aeroplane and hospitals ...

Page 48: ...Idle mode Switch applications Learn to switch to other applications from a menu without closing the menu screen you are using 1 While using a menu press The following applications are available Call open the dialling screen Messages access the Messages menu Internet launch the web browser Music player launch the music player 2 Scroll to the application and press Select 3 When you are finished scro...

Page 49: ... Idle mode press and hold to silence or unsilence your phone Change your ringtone 1 In Idle mode press Menu Settings Phone profiles 2 Scroll to the profile you are using Action Function Touch The following features are available Open the music player to play music files X p 34 Listen to the FM radio X p 32 Turn on the camera X p 31 Browse your photos and videos To return to the previous screen tou...

Page 50: ...ll left or right to Image and press 3 Scroll left or right to a memory location if necessary 4 Select an image category an image 5 Press Options Save Select a theme for the display Idle mode To create a theme 1 In Idle mode press Menu Settings Display and light settings My theme Main display Create theme Easy or Create theme Expert 2 Customise the theme as desired by following the screen 3 When yo...

Page 51: ...lay 2 Scroll left or right to On 3 Scroll down and press 4 Scroll left or right to a memory location if necessary 5 Select an image category an image 6 Press Set To change a theme colour 1 In Idle mode press Menu Settings Display and light settings My theme Cover display 2 Scroll left or right to a colour 3 Press Save Set menu shortcuts 1 In Idle mode press Menu Settings Phone settings Shortcuts 2...

Page 52: ...s Make a call 1 In Idle mode enter an area code and a phone number 2 Press to dial the number 3 To end the call press Answer a call 1 When a call comes in press 2 To end the call press Make an IP call 1 In Idle mode enter an area code and a phone number 2 Press Menu IP call The default IP call prefix numbers appears before the phone number 3 To end the call press Adjust the volume To adjust the vo...

Page 53: ...press the headset button To end a call press the headset button Send and view messages Learn to send or view text SMS multimedia MMS or email messages Send a text or multimedia message 1 In Idle mode press Menu Messages Create message Message 2 Enter a destination number and scroll down 3 Enter your message text X p 28 For sending as a text message skip to step 7 For attaching multimedia continue ...

Page 54: ...ntering text you can change the text input mode Press and hold to select an input mode Press to change case in ABC or T9 Abc mode Press and hold to switch to Symbol mode Enter text in one of the following modes Mode Function Pinyin 1 Press the appropriate alphanumeric keys to enter pinyins 2 Scroll left or right to a pinyin 3 Press A number appears by each character 4 Scroll up or down to select a...

Page 55: ...c key to enter the corresponding character 5 When you are finished press Back to return to your message Abc Press the appropriate alphanumeric key until the character you want appears on the display Mode Function T9 Abc 1 Press the appropriate alphanumeric keys to enter an entire word 2 When the word displays correctly press to insert a space If the correct word does not display scroll up or down ...

Page 56: ...hone number and press Options 2 Select Add to Phonebook a memory location phone or SIM New 3 Select a number type if necessary 4 Enter contact information 5 Press or press Options Save to add the contact to memory Find a contact 1 In Idle mode press Menu Phonebook You can also press Phonebook in Idle mode 2 Enter the first few letters of the name you want to find 3 Select the contact s name from t...

Page 57: ...any adjustments Touch to adjust the exposure Touch to zoom 4 Press to take a photo The photo is saved automatically 5 Touch to take another photo step 3 Capture self portrait 1 In Idle mode press and hold to turn on the camera 2 Aim the lens at yourself and make any adjustments 3 Press or to take a photo The photo is saved automatically 4 Press or to take another photo step 2 View photos From the ...

Page 58: ... to start recording 6 Touch or press to stop recording The video is saved automatically 7 Touch to record another video step 4 View videos From the external display touch a video file In Idle mode press Menu My files Videos My video clips a video file Listen to music Learn how to listen to music via the music player or FM radio Listen to the FM radio Start the FM radio on the main display 1 Plug t...

Page 59: ...ion jack 2 From the external display touch 3 Touch to start automatic tuning The radio scans and saves available stations automatically 4 Control the FM radio using the following actions The first time you access FM radio you will be prompted to start automatic tuning The first time you access FM radio you will be prompted to start automatic tuning Touch to pause or resume the radio Touch to scrol...

Page 60: ... music on the main display 1 In Idle mode press Menu Music player 2 Select a music category a music file 3 Control playback using the following keys Play music on the external display 1 From the external display touch 2 Select a music category a music file Key Function Pause or resume playback Adjust the volume up or down Navigation Left Restart playback Skip backward press within 3 seconds Scan b...

Page 61: ...e web pages In Idle mode press Home to launch your service provider s homepage 4 Navigate web pages using the following keys Touch to skip backward Touch to pause or resume playback Touch to skip forward Key Function Navigation Scroll up or down on a web page Select an item Back Return to the previous page Options Access a list of browser options ...

Page 62: ...36 using basic functions Bookmark your favourite web pages 1 In Idle mode press Menu Browser Bookmarks 2 Press Options Add bookmark 3 Enter a page title and a web address URL 4 Press Save ...

Page 63: ...t your phone s additional calling capabilities View and dial missed calls Your phone will display calls you have missed on the display To dial the number of a missed call 1 Press View 2 Scroll to the missed call you want to dial 3 Press to dial Call a recently dialled number 1 In Idle mode press to display a list of recent numbers 2 Scroll to the number you want and press to dial ...

Page 64: ...d the call on hold press Options End Held Call 5 To end the current call press Answer a second call If your network supports this function you can answer a second incoming call 1 Press Accept or to answer the second call The first call is automatically placed on hold 2 Press Swap to switch between the calls Make a multiparty call conference call 1 Call the first party you want to add to the multip...

Page 65: ...book using stored contacts X p 30 1 In Idle mode press Menu Phonebook You can also press Phonebook in Idle mode 2 Scroll to the number you want to dial and press to dial Use advanced Phonebook functions Learn to create namecards set speed dial numbers and create groups of contacts Create a namecard 1 In Idle mode press Menu Phonebook You can also press Phonebook in Idle mode 2 Press Options My nam...

Page 66: ...send messages and emails to an entire group Start by creating a group 1 In Idle mode press Menu Phonebook 2 Scroll left or right to Groups 3 Press Options Create group a memory location if necessary 4 Enter a group name and press 5 Press Options Group settings 6 To set the caller ID image press an image category an image 7 To set a group ringtone scroll down and press a ringtone category a rington...

Page 67: ...w 3 Create a multimedia message with a subject and desired attachments to use as your template X p 27 4 Press to save the template Insert text templates in new messages 1 To start a new message press Menu Messages Create message a message type 2 Scroll down to the text field and press Options Insert Text template a template Create a message from a multimedia template 1 In Idle mode press Menu Mess...

Page 68: ...essary adjustments 6 Press to begin the multi shot Capture divided photos 1 From the external display touch to turn on the camera 2 Rotate the phone anti clockwise to landscape view 3 Touch 4 Select an image layout 5 Make any necessary adjustments 6 Press to capture the divided photos Capture panoramic photos 1 From the external display touch to turn on the camera 2 Rotate the phone anti clockwise...

Page 69: ...s the following options Icon Options Function Shooting mode Switch the shooting modes Size Change the image size Flash Turn the flash on or off Timer Select the time delay Face detection Set the camera to automatically recognise and focus on the faces of people Effects Apply a special effect White balance Adjust the colour balance of the image Viewfinder mode Select a viewfinder mode Icon Options ...

Page 70: ...om the external display and open the phone Icon Options Function Setting Function Quality Adjust the quality of your digital images or video clips ISO Adjust the film speed setting Exposure metering Select a type of exposure metre Single shot mode Adjust how the camera save captured images Anti Shake Reduce blur caused by vibration or movement Wide dynamic range Adjust the camera s sensitivity to ...

Page 71: ...er to the Samsung PC Studio help for more information Copy music file to a memory card 1 Insert a memory card 2 In Idle mode press Menu Settings Phone settings PC connections Mass storage 3 Press to return to Idle mode 4 Using an optional PC data cable connect the multifunction jack on your phone to a PC When connected a pop up window will appear on the PC 5 Select Open folder to view files in the...

Page 72: ...ow on the PC 5 Edit or enter your phone s name in the pop up window if necessary and then click Finish 6 Select and drag the music files you want to the sync list 7 Click Start Sync Create a playlist 1 In Idle mode press Menu Music player Playlists 2 Press Options Create playlist 3 Enter a title for your new playlist and press Save 4 Select the new playlist 5 Press Options Add Tracks 6 Select the ...

Page 73: ...avourites automatically To store radio stations manually 1 Plug the supplied headset into the phone s multifunction jack 2 From the external display touch 3 Scroll left or right to a radio station 4 Touch to save the station in the Favourites To tune the FM radio to any radio station in the Favourites touch and then scroll up or down from the radio screen ...

Page 74: ...s ability to connect to other wireless devices for exchanging data and using hands free features Turn on the Bluetooth wireless feature 1 In Idle mode press Menu Applications Bluetooth 2 Press Options Settings 3 Scroll down to Activation 4 Scroll left or right to On 5 To allow other devices to locate your phone scroll down and scroll left or right to On 6 Press Save ...

Page 75: ...ata using the Bluetooth wireless feature 1 Select the file or item from one of your phone s applications that you want to send 2 Press Options Send namecard via Send via or Send URL via Bluetooth when sending contact data specify which data to send Receive data using the Bluetooth wireless feature 1 Enter the PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature and press OK if necessary 2 Press Yes to confirm t...

Page 76: ... with an optional PC data cable or the Bluetooth wireless feature To print an image using an optional PC data cable 1 Connect the multifunction jack on your phone to a compatible printer 2 In Idle mode press Menu My files Images an image 3 Press Options Print via USB 4 Set print options and press Print To print an image using the Bluetooth wireless feature 1 In Idle mode press Menu My files Images...

Page 77: ...press to open the recipient list 4 Press Options Phonebook to open your contact list 5 Scroll to a contact and press 6 When you are finished selecting contacts press Options Add a number if necessary to return to the recipient list 7 Press Options OK to save the recipients 8 Scroll down and set the number of times to repeat the SOS message 9 Press Save Yes To send an SOS message the phone must be ...

Page 78: ...croll down and press to open the recipient list 5 Press Options Phonebook to open your contact list 6 Scroll to a contact and press 7 Select a number 8 Press Options OK to save the recipients 9 Scroll down and enter the sender s name 10 Press Options Save Accept Record and play voice memos Learn to operate your phone s voice recorder Record a voice memo 1 In Idle mode press Menu Voice recorder 2 P...

Page 79: ... your service provider 2 Select a game from the list and follow the onscreen instructions Launch applications 1 In Idle mode press Menu My files Games and more an application 2 Press Options to access a list of various options and settings for your application Key Function Pause or resume playback Adjust the volume up or down Navigation Left Scan backward in a file Right Scan forward in a file Dow...

Page 80: ...peat steps 2 3 above Read RSS feeds 1 In Idle mode press Menu Applications RSS reader 2 Press Options Update Selected or All to get the latest contents 3 Select a feed an updated post Download multimedia 1 In Idle mode press Menu Applications RSS reader 2 Scroll a feed and press Options Open 3 Scroll a post containing multimedia 4 Press Options Media Download Customise RSS reader settings 1 In Idl...

Page 81: ... To set daylight saving time scroll down and press 5 Press OK to save your world clock 6 To add more world clocks repeat steps 2 5 above Add a world clock to your display In Dual Clock Display mode you can view clocks with two different time zones on your display After you have saved world clocks 1 In Idle mode press Menu Applications World clock 2 Press Options Display settings 3 Scroll left or r...

Page 82: ...rm sounds Press to stop an alarm without snooze Press OK or to stop an alarm with snooze or press Snooze or any key to silence the alarm for the snooze period Deactivate an alarm 1 In Idle mode press Menu Alarms 2 Scroll to the alarm you want to deactivate and press 3 Scroll down if necessary 4 Scroll left or right to Off 5 Press The auto power up feature sets the phone to automatically turn on an...

Page 83: ...nversion type 2 Enter the currencies or measurements and units in the appropriate fields Set a countdown timer 1 In Idle mode press Menu Applications Timer 2 Press Set 3 Enter hours or minutes to count down and press OK 4 Press to begin or pause the countdown 5 When the timer expires press OK to stop the alert Use the stopwatch 1 In Idle mode press Menu Applications Stopwatch 2 Press to begin and ...

Page 84: ...ress Menu Applications Memo 2 Press Options Create 3 Enter your memo text and press Manage your calendar Learn to change the calendar view and create events Change the calendar view 1 In Idle mode press Menu Calendar 2 Press Options View by Day or Week Create an event 1 In Idle mode press Menu Calendar 2 Press Options Create an event type 3 Enter the details of the event as required 4 Press Option...

Page 85: ...alled correctly Phone lock When the phone lock feature is enabled you must enter the password you set for the phone PIN lock When using the phone for the first time or when the PIN requirement is enabled you must enter the PIN supplied with the SIM card You can disable this feature by using the PIN lock menu PUK lock Your SIM card is blocked usually as a result of entering your PIN incorrectly sev...

Page 86: ...d the right cellular network Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone number Another caller cannot reach you Ensure that your phone is turned on Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone number Another caller cannot hear you speaking Ensure that you are not covering the built in microphone Ensure that the microph...

Page 87: ... enter and save the number if necessary The battery does not charge properly or sometimes the phone turns itself off The battery terminals may be dirty Wipe both gold coloured contacts with a clean soft cloth and try charging the battery again If the battery will no longer charge completely dispose of the old battery properly and replace it with a new battery Your phone is hot to the touch When yo...

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