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* 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.

World Wide Web
http://www.samsungmobile.com

Printed in Korea

Code No.:GH68-16725A

English. 10/2007. Rev. 1.0

Summary of Contents for SGH-J208

Page 1: ...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 ...

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Page 3: ...autions Drive safely at all times Do not use a hand held phone while driving Park your vehicle first Switch off the phone when refuelling Do not use the phone at a refuelling point service station or near fuels or chemicals ...

Page 4: ...y cause interference or danger Water resistance Your phone is not water resistant Keep it Accessories and batteries 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 The phone could explode if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type ...

Page 5: ...rovides you with condensed information about how to use your phone In this guide the following instruction icons 3G Your phone is capable of operating in a 3G environment allowing much greater data transfer speed video streaming and video ...

Page 6: ... Image editor Edit or decorate your photos Digital data printing Print images messages Web browser Access the wireless web to get up to the minute information and a wide variety of media content ...

Page 7: ...k 6 Make sure you have each item Get started 6 First steps to operating your phone Use Phonebook 20 Send messages 20 View messages 22 Use Bluetooth 22 Switch applications 24 Menu functions 25 All menu options listed ...

Page 8: ...1 Call log 2 Phonebook 5 Messages 1 Create message 2 Inbox 3 Email inbox 7 Calendar 8 Camera 0 Alarms Settings Overview of menu functions To access Menu mode press in Idle mode ...

Page 9: ...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 ...

Page 10: ...ne layout Front view Improperly connecting the adapter can cause serious damage to the phone Any damages by misuse are not covered by the warranty FRONT FRONT Earpiece Volume keys Front camera lens Display ...

Page 11: ...Get started Rear view Keys and icons Keys Rear camera lens Multi function jack Perform the function indicated on the bottom line of the display In Idle mode access the following menus directly ...

Page 12: ...turn the phone to Idle mode Enter numbers letters and some special characters In Idle mode press and hold to turn on the camera In Camera mode take a photo or record a video If you change a default function for the key you can open the application switch window to access other applications ...

Page 13: ...GE network Connecting to EDGE network or transferring data in EDGE network UMTS 3G network Connecting to UMTS 3G Connected to secured web page Memory card inserted SOS message feature active New message Text message ...

Page 14: ...ress a desired soft key 2 Press the Navigation key to move to the next or previous option 3 Press Select OK or to confirm the Change the text input mode 1 In the text entry screen press the right soft key 2 Select the mode you want Pinyin To enter a word ...

Page 15: ...rs that are commonly used to make words and phrases This helps you enter phrases or words with minimal key 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 ...

Page 16: ...ert a space Otherwise press to display alternative word choices Number Press the keys corresponding Press to change case or switch to Number mode in ABC mode and T9 mode Press to enter punctuation marks or special characters in ABC mode and T9 mode ...

Page 17: ...ne 1 In Idle mode press and select Settings Phone settings Language Screen text 2 Select a language Display language 6 Press Options and select Save To change the sound profile 1 In Idle mode press and select Settings Phone profiles ...

Page 18: ... media player web browser and other special features Make or answer calls 1 In Idle mode press and select Settings Phone settings Shortcuts 2 Select a direction 3 Select a menu to be assigned to the direction Menu shortcuts To make a voice call Make a call ...

Page 19: ...s If it is a video call press Show me to allow the caller to see you via the camera 2 Press to end the call Answer a call 1 During a call call the second participant The first call is put on hold 2 Press Options and select Join Make a multi party call ...

Page 20: ... and hold to turn on the camera 2 Aim the lens at the subject and make any desired adjustments Take a photo 1 In Idle mode press and hold to turn on the camera 2 Press to switch to Record mode 3 Press or to start recording Record a video ...

Page 21: ...d from the wireless web Download from a PC using the optional Samsung PC Studio See Prepare music files 1 In Idle mode press and select Music Player 2 Select a music category a music file 3 During playback use the following keys pause or resume Play music files ...

Page 22: ...usic player screen press Options and select Settings Background playing On 1 From the music player screen press Options and select Open playlist Create your playlist In Idle mode press and select Internet Go to homepage The homepage of your service provider opens Launch the web browser ...

Page 23: ...honebook Send messages 1 In Idle mode enter a phone number and press Options 2 Select Add to Phonebook a memory location New Add a contact 4 Scroll to a number and press to dial or press and select Edit to edit contact information ...

Page 24: ...select Create message Message 2 Press to select the message field 3 Enter the message text and press Send a multimedia message 10 Enter destination numbers or email addresses 11 Press Options and select Send to send the message ...

Page 25: ...ress 8 Enter the email subject and press 9 Press to move to the recipient field 10 Enter email addresses 1 In Idle mode press and select Email inbox 2 Press Options and select Download 3 Select an email or a header View an email ...

Page 26: ... Network settings Bluetooth Activation On 2 Select My phone s visibility On to allow Turn on Bluetooth 1 Access an application such as Phonebook My files Calendar Memo or Task 2 Select an item 3 Press Options and select Send contact Send data ...

Page 27: ...can switch to other applications from a menu without closing the menu screen you are using In Idle mode press and select Settings Phone settings Camera key Change the camera key 1 Press 2 Scroll to End all 3 Press Yes Close all running applications ...

Page 28: ...tions listed This section provides brief explanations of menu functions on your phone Call log Internet Menu Description Go to homepage Connect your phone to the network and load the homepage of the wireless web service provider ...

Page 29: ...they are stored Change the settings for the web browser and access version and copyright information Menu Description 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 Menu Description ...

Page 30: ...e Camera Use the camera embedded in your phone to take photos and record videos Messages settings Set up various options for using the messaging services Memory status Check information about the memory currently in use Menu Description ...

Page 31: ...gs that are important and manage them Task Make a list of tasks you need to complete 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 Menu Description ...

Page 32: ...ht settings Display settings Change the background image that is displayed in Idle mode Menu Description Display light settings Displaysettings Dialling display Customise the settings for the display while dialling Display light Select a clock type to be Menu Description ...

Page 33: ...pecific menu directly from Idle mode Phone settings My menu Set up a menu of your own using your favourite Menu Description Phone settings Auto keypad lock Set the phone to lock the keypad automatically when the display turns off Call settings Set options for call functions Menu Description ...

Page 34: ...sks Security Fixed dialling Set the phone to restrict calls to a limited set of Menu Description 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 USIM or SIM card This feature Menu Description ...

Page 35: ...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 Network settings Network mode Select the network you use Network settings Preferred Add a new network to your preferred network list if your USIM or SIM Menu Description ...

Page 36: ...ne is designed to operate at multiple power levels so as to use only the power required to reach the network In general the closer you are to a base Use only Samsung approved batteries and recharge your battery only with Samsung approved chargers Disconnect the charger from the power source when it is not in use Do not leave the battery connected to a charger for more than a week since overchargin...

Page 37: ...g a car driving is your first responsibility When using your wireless phone while driving follow local regulations in the country 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...

Page 38: ...arding your vehicle You should also consult the manufacturer of any Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often but not always clearly marked They include the areas below decks on boats chemical transfer or storage facilities vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas such as propane or butane areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain dust or metal powders and any o...

Page 39: ...all the phone in a vehicle Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty applicable to the 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 Keep your phone and all its parts and acc...

Page 40: ... not use harsh chemicals cleaning solvents or strong detergents to clean the phone Wipe it with a soft cloth Do not paint the phone Paint can clog the device s moving parts and prevent proper operation Do not put the phone in or on heating devices such as a microwave oven stove or radiator ...

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