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Samsung SGH-G808E User Manual

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Printed in Korea
World Wide Web
Code No.:GH68-XXXXXA
http://www.samsungmobile.com
English. 12/2007. Rev. 1.0

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  • Page 1 Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone depending on the software of the phone or your service provider. Printed in Korea World Wide Web Code No.:GH68-XXXXXA http://www.samsungmobile.com English. 12/2007. Rev. 1.0...
  • Page 2 SGH-G808E user manual Draft 02 2007. 12. 04...
  • Page 3 Instructional icons using this Before you start, familiarise yourself with the icons you will see in this manual: manual Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or others This user manual has been specially designed to Caution—situations that could cause guide you through the functions and features of your damage to your phone or other mobile phone.
  • Page 4 Copyright information → Followed by—the order of options or Rights to all technologies and products that menus you must select to perform a step; comprise this device are the property of their for example: Press <Menu> → respective owners: Messages → Create new message ®...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    safety and usage information Safety warnings .......... 2 contents Safety precautions ........4 Important usage information ....... 7 introducing your mobile phone Unpack ............9 Phone layout ..........10 Keys ............11 Display ............12 Icons ............12 assembling and preparing your mobile phone Install the SIM card and battery ....
  • Page 6 using basic functions Create and send an SOS message ... 36 View the phone display on a TV ....37 Turn your phone on and off ....... 18 Record and play voice memos ....37 Access menus .......... 19 Edit images ..........38 Customise your phone ......

  • Page 7: Safety And Usage Information

    Safety warnings safety and Keep your phone away from small usage children and pets Keep your phone and all accessories out of the information reach of small children or animals. Small parts may cause choking or serious injury if swallowed. Protect your hearing Comply with the following precautions to avoid dangerous or illegal situations and ensure peak...
  • Page 8 Maintain a minimum of 15 cm (6 inches) between chargers with care mobile phones and pacemakers to avoid potential • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and interference, as recommended by manufacturers chargers specifically designed for your phone. and the independent research group, Wireless Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause Technology Research.

  • Page 9: Safety Precautions

    Comply with any regulations that restrict the use of a injuries mobile phone in a certain area. When sending text messages or playing games on Use only Samsung-approved your phone, hold the phone with a relaxed grip, accessories press the buttons lightly, use special features that...
  • Page 10 Turn off the phone near medical Protect batteries and chargers from equipment damage Your phone can interfere with medical equipment in • Avoid exposing batteries to very cold or very hot hospitals or health care facilities. Follow all temperatures (below 0° C/32° F or above 45° C/ regulations, posted warnings, and directions from 115°...
  • Page 11 • Avoid using or storing your phone in dusty, dirty Avoid interference with other electronic areas to prevent damage to moving parts. devices • Your phone is a complex electronic device— Your phone emits radio frequency (RF) signals that protect it from impacts and rough handling to may interfere with unshielded or improperly shielded avoid serious damage.

  • Page 12: Important Usage Information

    • Disconnect chargers from power sources when Important usage information not in use. • Use batteries only for their intended purpose. Use your phone in the normal position Handle SIM cards and memory cards Avoid contact with your phone’s internal antenna. with care Allow only qualified personnel to service •...
  • Page 13 Ensure access to emergency services Emergency calls from your phone may not be possible in some areas or circumstances. Before travelling in remote or undeveloped areas, plan an alternate method of contacting emergency services personnel. Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) certification information Your phone conforms to European Union (EU) standards that limit human exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy emitted by radio and...

  • Page 14: Introducing Your Mobile Phone

    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 manufacturer's warranty.

  • Page 15: Phone Layout

    Phone layout The rear of your phone includes the following keys and features: The front of your phone includes the following keys and features: Earpiece Camera lens Camera flash Display Camera cover 4-way Volume key navigation key Battery cover Centre key Multifunction Camera key Right softkey...

  • Page 16: Keys

    Keys Function Switch the phone on and off (press Power/ Function hold); End a call; In Menu mode, Menu exit cancel input and return to Idle mode Perform actions indicated at the Softkeys bottom of the display Enter numbers, letters and special Alpha- In Idle mode, access My Menu mode characters;...

  • Page 17: Display

    Display Icons Your phone’s display consists of three areas: Learn about the icons that appear on your display. Icon Definition Icon line Displays various icons Signal strength Text and graphic area GPRS network status Displays messages, • Blue: GPRS network connected instructions, and information •...
  • Page 18 Icon Definition Icon Definition Alarm activated Silent profile activated Connecting to secured web page Driving profile activated Roaming (outside of normal service area) Meeting profile activated Call diverting activated Outdoor profile activated In Home Zone service area Offline profile activated In Office Zone service area User created profile activated Bluetooth activated...

  • Page 19: Assembling And Preparing Your Mobile

    Install the SIM card and battery assembling and When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive a Subscriber Identity Module, or SIM card, with subscription details, such as your personal preparing your identification number (PIN) and optional services. To install the SIM card and battery, mobile phone 1.
  • Page 20 2. Insert the SIM card. 3. Insert the battery. Place the card in the phone with the gold- 4. Replace the battery cover. coloured contacts facing down.

  • Page 21: Charge The Battery

    Charge the battery Improperly connecting the adapter can cause serious damage to the phone. Any damages Before using the phone for the first time, you must by misuse are not covered by the warranty. charge the battery. 1. Open the cover to the multifunction jack on the side of the phone.

  • Page 22: Insert A Memory Card (Optional)

    6. Close the cover to the multifunction jack. 2. Insert a memory card with the label side facing 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 also be empty and blinking.

  • Page 23: Using Basic Functions

    Turn your phone on and off using basic To turn your phone on, 1. Slide open the phone. functions 2. Press and hold [ 3. Enter your PIN and press <OK> (if necessary). To turn your phone off, repeat steps 1 and 2 above. Learn how to perform basic operations and use the main features of your mobile phone.

  • Page 24: Access Menus

    Access menus Switch to or from Silent profile In Idle mode, press and hold [ ] to silence or To access your phone’s menus, unsilence your phone. 1. Press a softkey for the menu you want. Change your ringtone 2. Use the navigation key to scroll to a menu or option.

  • Page 25: Use Basic Call Functions

    3. Select Wallpaper → an image category → an Lock your phone image. 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Settings → 4. Press <Save>. Security settings → Phone lock. 2. Select On. Select a skin colour (Menu mode) 3. Enter a new 4- to 8-digit password and press 1.

  • Page 26: Send And View Messages

    Answer a call • To redial the last call, press the headset button, and then press again and hold. 1. When a call comes in, press [ • To answer a call, press and hold the headset 2. To end the call, press [ button.
  • Page 27 4. Press <Options> → Add multimedia → an item Enter text type. When entering text, you can change the text input 5. Select the item you want to add and press mode: <Options> → Add. • Press the Right soft key to select an input mode. 6.
  • Page 28 Mode Function Mode Function 1. Press [1] through [5] to enter Press the appropriate alphanumeric key to Number strokes. Press [6] when you are enter a number. unsure which stroke to enter. This Press the appropriate alphanumeric key to Symbol will insert a placeholder.

  • Page 29: Add And Find Contacts

    Add and find contacts 2. Enter the first few letters of the name you want to find. Learn the basics of using the Phonebook feature. 3. Select the contact’s name from the search list. Add a new contact Once you have found a contact, you can: •...
  • Page 30 3. Aim the lens at the subject and make any 4. Aim the lens at the subject and make any adjustments. adjustments. 4. Press the Centre key or the Camera key to take 5. Press the Centre key or the Camera key to start a photo.

  • Page 31: Listen To Music

    Listen to music • Download from the wireless web. Browse the Learn how to listen to music via the music player or • Download from a PC with the optional Samsung FM radio. PC Studio. Samsung PC Studio user manual •...

  • Page 32: Browse The Web

    2. Navigate web pages using the following keys: Function Function • Left: Restart playback; Skip backward (press within 3 Navigation Scroll up or down on a web page seconds); Scan backward in a file Centre Select an item (press and hold) Navigation <Back>...

  • Page 33: Using Advanced Functions

    Use advanced call functions using advanced Learn about your phone’s additional calling capabilities. functions View and dial missed calls Your phone will display calls you have missed on the display. To dial the number of a missed call, Learn how to perform advanced operations and use 1.
  • Page 34 Hold a call or retrieve a held call Answer a second call Press <Hold> to place a call on hold or press If your network supports this function, you can <Retrieve> to retrieve a held call. answer a second incoming call: 1.

  • Page 35: Use Advanced Phonebook Functions

    4. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to add more parties (if Use advanced Phonebook functions necessary). Learn to create namecards, set speed dial numbers, 5. To end the multiparty call, press [ and create groups of contacts. Call an international number Create a namecard 1.

  • Page 36: Use Advanced Messaging Functions

    3. Select a contact to assign to the number. 5. To set a group ringtone, scroll down and press the Centre key → a ringtone category → a The contact is saved to the speed dial number. ringtone. You can now call this contact from Idle mode 6.

  • Page 37: Use Advanced Music Functions

    Create a multimedia template Create a message from a multimedia template 1. Create a multimedia message, with a subject 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Messages → and desired attachments, to use as your Templates → Multimedia message templates. template.
  • Page 38 Synchronise your phone with Windows Copy music files to a memory card Media Player 1. Insert a memory card. 1. Insert a memory card. 2. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Settings → Phone settings → USB settings → Mass 2.
  • Page 39 Create a playlist 3. Adjust the settings to customise your music player. 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Music → 4. Press <Save>. Playlists. 2. Press <Options> → Create playlist. Store radio stations automatically 3. Enter a title for your new playlist and press the 1.

  • Page 40: Using Tools And Applications

    Use the Bluetooth wireless feature using tools and Learn about your phone’s ability to connect to other wireless devices for exchanging data and using hands-free features. applications Turn on the Bluetooth wireless feature 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Applications → Learn how to work with your mobile phone’s tools Bluetooth →...

  • Page 41: Create And Send An Sos Message

    3. Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or 2. Press <Yes> to confirm that you are willing to the other device’s Bluetooth PIN, if it has one, receive data from the device (if necessary). and press <OK>. When the owner of the other device enters the Create and send an SOS message same code or accepts the connection, pairing is When you have an emergency, you can send an...

  • Page 42: View The Phone Display On A Tv

    7. Scroll down and set the number of times to 2. Switch the TV to the appropriate external input repeat the SOS message. mode. If you cannot view the phone via the TV, try 8. Press <Save>. changing the TV-out settings: In Idle mode, press 9.

  • Page 43: Edit Images

    3. Speak your memo into the microphone (up to 1 Edit images hour). Learn to edit images and apply fun effects. 4. When you are finished speaking, press <Save>. Your memo is saved automatically. Apply effects to images 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Applications → Play a voice memo Image editor.
  • Page 44 Adjust an image Transform an image 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Applications → 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Applications → Image editor. Image editor. 2. Press <Options> → New image → Open or 2. Press <Options> → New image → Open or Take photo.
  • Page 45 Insert a visual feature Create an image stamp 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Applications → 1. 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Applications → Image stamp. Image editor. 2. Press <Options> → New image → Open or 2.

  • Page 46: Use Java-Powered Games And Applications

    9. Press <Yes> to confirm. Launch applications 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → My files → 10. Enter a new file name for the image and press the Centre key. Games & more → an application. 2. Press <Options> to access a list of various Use Java-powered games and options and settings for your application.

  • Page 47: Set And Use Alarms

    4. To set daylight saving time, press <Options> → 4. Scroll left or right to select Dual analog. Apply daylight saving time → a time zone. 5. Press <Save>. 5. Scroll down to the second clock. Set and use alarms 6.

  • Page 48: Use The Calculator

    Stop an alarm Use the calculator When the alarm sounds, 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Applications → Calculator. • Press any key to stop an alarm without snooze. • Press <Confirm> or the Centre key to stop an 2.

  • Page 49: Set A Countdown Timer

    Set a countdown timer Use the stopwatch 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Applications → 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Applications → Timer. Stopwatch. 2. Press <Set>. 2. Press the Centre key to begin, record lap times (up to 4), and stop the stopwatch.

  • Page 50: Manage Your Calendar

    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.
  • Page 51 Specific Absorption Rate (SAR). The SAR is a measure Health and safety information of the rate of absorption of RF energy by the human body expressed in units of watts per kilogram (W/kg). Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals The FCC requires wireless phones to comply with a safety limit of 1.6 watts per kilogram (1.6 W/kg).
  • Page 52 (RF) exposure tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines from wireless phones. The FDA publication includes the whenused with a Samsung accessory designated for following information: this product or when used with an accessory that...
  • Page 53 Health and safety information distances from the user, the exposure to RF is some cases, other researchers have had difficulty in drastically lower because a person's RF exposure reproducing those studies, or in determining the decreases rapidly with increasing distance from the reasons for inconsistent results.
  • Page 54 • “Design wireless phones in a way that minimizes FDA shares regulatory responsibilities for wireless any RF exposure to the user that is not necessary phones with the Federal Communications Commission for device function; and (FCC). All phones that are sold in the United States must comply with FCC safety guidelines that limit RF •...
  • Page 55 Health and safety information yielded conflicting results that often cannot be repeated about long-term exposures, since the average period of in other laboratories. A few animal studies, however, phone use in these studies was around three years. have suggested that low levels of RF could accelerate What research is needed to decide whether RF the development of cancer in laboratory animals.
  • Page 56 angle at which the phone is held, or which model of oversight, obtaining input from experts in government, phone is used. industry, and academic organizations. CTIA-funded research is conducted through contracts to independent What is FDA doing to find out more about the investigators.
  • Page 57 Health and safety information RF, since the exposure level drops off dramatically wireless phones at all. For example, the government in with distance. For example, you could use a headset the United Kingdom distributed leaflets containing such and carry the wireless phone away from your body a recommendation in December 2000.
  • Page 58 are used against the head or against the body. Either FTC, these defendants lacked a reasonable basis to configuration should result in compliance with the substantiate their claim. safety limit. What about wireless phone interference with medical equipment? Do wireless phone accessories that claim to shield the head from RF radiation work? Radio frequency energy (RF) from wireless phones can Since there are no known risks from exposure to RF...
  • Page 59 Health and safety information compatible phone and a compatible hearing aid at the • National institute for Occupational Safety and Health same time. This standard was approved by the IEEE in (NIOSH): 2000. • http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/emfpg.html FDA continues to monitor the use of wireless phones for •...
  • Page 60 Road Safety incoming call at an inconvenient time, let your voice mail answer it for you. Your wireless phone gives you the powerful ability to 4. Let the person you are speaking with know you are communicate by voice, almost anywhere, anytime. But driving;...
  • Page 61 Health and safety information “The wireless industry reminds you to use 8. Use your wireless phone to call for help. Dial 9-1-1 your phone safely when driving.” or other local emergency number in the case of fire, traffic accident or medical emergencies. Remember, For more information, please call 1-888-901-SAFE, or it is a free call on your wireless phone! visit our web-site www.wow-com.com...
  • Page 62 Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic • should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to Devices minimize potential interference. If you have any reason to suspect that interference is Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from taking place, switch your phone off immediately. radio frequency (RF) signals.
  • Page 63 Health and safety information Vehicles areas), chemical plants or where blasting operations are in progress. RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or its but not always clearly marked.
  • Page 64 Emergency Calls If certain features are in use (call barring, for example), you may first need to deactivate those features before This phone, like any wireless phone, operates using you can make an emergency call. Consult this radio signals, wireless and landline networks as well as document and your local cellular service provider.
  • Page 65 Health and safety information FCC Notice and Cautions if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to •This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC radio communications. However, there is no Rules. Operation is subject to the following guarantee that interference will not occur in a two conditions: (1) this device may not cause particular installation.
  • Page 66 For vehicles equipped with an air bag, remember Changes or modifications made in the radio phone, not that an air bag inflates with great force. Do not expressly approved by Samsung, will void the user’s place objects, including both installed or portable authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 67 Health and safety information • Failure to observe these instructions may lead to the Anytime the Power Save feature is activated, a suspension or denial of telephone services to the message displays on the screen. When a signal is offender, or legal action, or both. found, your phone returns to standby mode.
  • Page 68 • If left unused, a fully charged battery will discharge itself over time. • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and recharge your battery only with Samsung-approved chargers.
  • Page 69 For safe disposal options for Li-Ion batteries, contact warming first. your nearest Samsung authorized service center. Always recycle. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. • Do not leave the battery in hot or cold places, such...
  • Page 70 • Do not use the phone with a wet hand. Doing so • Do not paint the phone. Paint can clog the device's may cause an electric shock to you or damage to moving parts and prevent proper operation. the phone. •...

  • Page 71: Overview Of Menu Functions

    overview of menu functions To access Menu mode, press <Menu> in Idle mode. 1 Call log 4 Browser 6 My files 11 Alarms 1 Recent contacts 1 Home 6 Other files 2 Missed calls 2 Anysearch 7 Memory card 12 Settings 3 Dialled calls 3 Fun club 8 Memory status...
  • Page 72 troubleshooting If you are having trouble with your mobile phone, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a service professional. When you turn on your phone, the following Message Try this to solve the problem: messages may appear: When using the phone for the first time or when the PIN requirement is Message Try this to solve the problem:...
  • Page 73 Your phone displays “No service ” or “Network • Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular error.” network. • Ensure that you have not set call barring for the • When you are in areas with weak signals or poor phone number.
  • Page 74 • When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception. Move to another area and try again. You select a contact to call, but the call is not dialled. • Ensure that the correct number is stored in the contact list.

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