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- Page 1 * Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone, depending on the software installed or your service provider. GSM TELEPHONE SGH-T208 ELECTRONICS Printed in Korea Code No.: GH68xxxxxA World Wide Web English. 08/2002. Rev. 1.0 http://www.samsungmobile.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Important Safety Precautions ... 7 Unpacking ... 9 Your Phone... 10 Phone Layout ... 10 Display... 13 Getting Started... 16 Installing the SIM Card... 16 Charging a Battery... 18 Switching the Phone On/Off ... 22 Call Functions ... 23 Making a Call ... - Page 3 Contents Entering Text (continued) Using the Number Mode ... 55 Using the Symbolic Mode ... 55 Using Help ... 55 Options During a Call... 56 Putting a Call on Hold... 56 Switching the Microphone Off (Mute)... 57 Muting/Sending Key Tones... 58 Searching for a Number in the Phonebook...
- Page 4 Contents Fun Box ... 111 Games ... 111 (Menu 7.1) WAP Browser ... 111 (Menu 7.2) Downloads ... 112 (Menu 7.3) Solving Problems... 113 Access Codes ... 116 Phone Password ... 116 PIN ... 117 PUK ... 117 PIN2 ... 118 PUK2 ...
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Page 5: Important Safety Precautions
Important Safety Precautions Read these guidelines before using your wireless phone. Failure to comply with them may be dangerous or illegal. For more detailed safety information, see “Health and Safety Information” on page 120. Road Safety at All Times Do not use a hand-held phone while driving; park the vehicle first. -
Page 6: Unpacking
Battery Charger Batteries User’s Manuals Ear-microphone Hand Strap In addition, you can obtain the following accessories for your phone from your local Samsung dealer. • Ear-microphone • Standard/Extended batteries • Simple hands-free kit • Car holder • Cigarette lighter adapter... -
Page 7: Your Phone
Your Phone Phone Layout The following illustrations show the main elements of your phone. Folder Navigation keys Soft key (left) Volume/menu browse keys Dial/menu confirmation key Cancel/ correction key IrDA port Special function keys Ear-microphone jack (soft keys) Earpiece Display Soft key (right) WAP browser key Power on/off... -
Page 8: Display
Your Phone Description Deletes characters from the display. In menu mode, returns to the previous menu level. Ends a call. Also switches the phone on and off when held down. In menu mode, cancels your input and returns to idle mode. In idle mode, allows you to quickly access your voice mail server when held down. -
Page 9: External Display
Your Phone Icons Icon Description Shows the received signal strength. The greater the number of bars, the stronger the signal. Appears when a call is in progress. Appears when you are entering text to indicate the current text input mode. Appears when you are out of your home area and have registered onto a different network, for example, when travelling in... -
Page 10: Getting Started
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 detail, such as PIN, optional services available and so on. Important! The plug-in SIM card and its contacts can be easily damaged by scratches or bending, so be careful when handling, inserting or removing the... -
Page 11: Charging A Battery
Your phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery. A travel adapter and a battery charger are provided with your phone. Use only approved batteries and chargers. Ask your local Samsung dealer for further details. Note: You must fully charge the battery before using your phone for the first time. -
Page 12: Using The Travel Adapter
Getting Started 5. Take the battery out of the charger. Using the Travel Adapter The travel adapter allows you to use the phone while the battery is charging, but this will cause the phone to charge more slowly. 1. With the battery in position on the phone, plug the connector of the travel adapter into the jack at the bottom of the phone. -
Page 13: Switching The Phone On/Off
Getting Started Switching the Phone On/Off 1. Open the folder. 2. Hold down the key until the phone switches on. 3. If the phone asks for a password, key in the password and press the OK soft key. The phone password is factory set to “00000000.”... -
Page 14: Adjusting The Volume
Call Functions Ending a Call When you want to finish your call, briefly press the key. Redialling the Last Number The phone stores the numbers you dialled, received or missed, if the caller is identified; see “Call Records” on page 76 for further details. To recall any of these numbers: 1. -
Page 15: Answering A Call
Call Functions Answering a Call When somebody calls you, the phone rings and the following screen appears on each display. Call1 Accept Reject When the caller can be identified, the caller’s phone number or name, if stored in your phonebook, will be displayed. -
Page 16: Quickly Switching To Silent Mode
Call Functions 3. Press the Select soft key. 4. Change the number as required. To... Press the... Call the number key. Store the number Save soft key and enter the name and location required (for further details, refer to page 34). Deleting a Missed Call 1. -
Page 17: Selecting Functions And Options
Selecting Functions and Options Your phone offers a set of functions that allow you to customise your phone. These functions are arranged in menus and sub-menus, accessed via the two soft keys ( ). Each menu and sub-menu allows you to view and alter the settings of a particular function. -
Page 18: Example: Setting The Display Language
Selecting Functions and Options Example: Setting the Display Language 1. When the idle screen is displayed, press the Menu soft key to enter menu mode. Service Provider 07:30 Mon 29 Apr Menu Name 2. Scroll through the menus until you reach the Phone Settings menu, by pressing the key. -
Page 19: Phonebook
Phonebook You can store phone numbers and their corresponding names in the memory of your SIM card. In addition, you can store up to 500 numbers in the phone memory. The SIM card and phone memories, although physically separate, are used as if they were a single entity, called the phonebook. -
Page 20: Using Phonebook Entry Options
Phonebook Storing a Number using the Phonebook Menu 1. When the idle screen is displayed, press the Name soft key. 2. Scroll to New Entry by pressing the key and press the Select soft key. 3. Select an icon to identify the category of the number to be stored. -
Page 21: Searching For A Number In The Phonebook
Phonebook Searching for a Number in the Phonebook After storing numbers in the Phonebook, you can search for them in two ways; by name and by caller group. Searching for a Number by Name 1. When the idle screen is displayed, press the Name soft key. -
Page 22: Editing Caller Group
Phonebook 6. Once you have found the required entry, press key to dial the number, or press the Options soft key to access the phonebook entry options; for further details, see page 36. Editing Caller Group 1. When the idle screen is displayed, press the Name soft key. -
Page 23: Checking Memory Status
Phonebook • Erase All: allows you to clear the settings for all keys so that no numbers are assigned to any of the keys. • Number: allows you to view the number assigned to the key. 8. When you finish setting up the speed-dial list, press the C or key. -
Page 24: Changing The Text Input Mode
Entering Text Changing the Text Input Mode When you are in a field that allows characters to be entered, you will notice the text input mode indicator on the display. Example: Entering a name for a phonebook entry Enter Name PY Mode You can change between Chinese and English input methods or to numbers input. -
Page 25: Using The Chinese Pinyin Mode
Entering Text Using the Chinese Pinyin Mode Pinyin is a system to mark Chinese pronunciation in Latin alphabets. With the pinyin input method, you can enter Chinese characters by keying in the pinyin string from the phone keypad and the phone automatically presents the matching alternatives. -
Page 26: Using The Chinese Stroke Mode
Entering Text Rapid Character Entry Rapid character entry is easy in any mode, using the Character Selection Map. As you enter characters, your phone predicts the next character you might want and presents choices in the Character Selection Map area. When a desired character appears, you may select it as described in Step 3 on page 47. -
Page 27: Using The Quick English Mode
Entering Text 2. The phone displays your strokes in the Key Stroke Area and offers character choices in the Character Selection Map. As you enter strokes, notice that the choices in the Character Selection Map change. To scroll through choices in the Character Selection Map, press the key. -
Page 28: Using The English Mode
Entering Text 2. Type to the end of the word before editing or deleting any keystrokes. 3. If the word is correct, put a space by pressing key and start entering the next word. Otherwise, press the 0, repeatedly to display alternate word choices for the keys that you pressed. -
Page 29: Using The Number Mode
Entering Text Refer to the table below for more information about the characters available in the English mode. Characters in the Order Displayed Upper Case Changing the Case To change the case of the letters, use the The Capital Lock mode is indicated by Small Caps mode is indicated by Scrolling You can move the cursor through the text by using... -
Page 30: Options During A Call
Options During a Call Your phone provides a number of control functions that you can use during a call. Putting a Call on Hold You can place the current call on hold whenever you want. You can make another call while you have a call in progress if this service is supported by the network. -
Page 31: Muting/Sending Key Tones
Options During a Call Muting/Sending Key Tones These options allow you to turn the key tones off or on. If the Mute keys option is selected, your phone does not transmit the key tones. It allows you to press keys without hearing annoying key tones during a call. -
Page 32: Making A Multiparty Call
Options During a Call 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. -
Page 33: Using The Menus
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 scrolling with the navigation keys or by using the shortcuts. -
Page 34: List Of Menu Functions
Using the Menus 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 AT card that provides additional services, the SIM AT (8) menu is displayed first when you press the Menu soft key to enter menu mode. - Page 35 Using the Menus 4. Phone Settings (see page 83) 4.1 Infrared Activate 4.2 My Settings 4.2.1 Wallpaper 4.2.2 Colour Theme 4.2.3 Menu Style 4.3 Greeting Message 4.4 Own Number 4.5 Language 4.6 Security 4.6.1 PIN Check 4.6.2 Change PIN 4.6.3 Phone Lock 4.6.4 Change Password 4.6.5 SIM Lock 4.6.6 FDN Mode...
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Page 36: Messages
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. To send text messages by phone, you must obtain the number of the SMS centre from your service provider. -
Page 37: Templates (Menu 1.3)
Messages 1. Create a message. Note: For more information about entering characters, refer to page 43. 2. If you press the Options soft key while entering a message text, the following options are available. • Send Only: allows you to send the message. The message will be deleted after sending. -
Page 38: Setup (Menu 1.4)
Messages Setup (Menu 1.4) Via this menu, you can set up default SMS information. A setting group is a collection of settings required to send messages. The number of setting groups available depends on the capacity of your SIM card. The setting group you last accessed is automatically activated for message transmission and you can see a check mark in front of it. -
Page 39: Voice Mail (Menu 1.6)
Messages Language: allows you to select your preferred language to be used when displaying cell broadcast messages. Please contact your service provider for more information. Voice Mail (Menu 1.6) This menu provides you with a way of accessing your voice mailbox, if provided by your network. The following options are available. -
Page 40: Call Records
Call Records Via this menu, you can view the: • phone calls missed, received or dialled. • length of the calls you made or received. • cost of the calls you made. Note: You can access all numbers in the three call records by pressing the key in idle mode. -
Page 41: Call Cost (Menu 2.5)
Call Records Call Cost (Menu 2.5) This network feature lets you view the cost of calls. The following options are available: Last Call Cost: cost of the last call made. Total Cost: total cost of all calls made since the cost counter was last reset. -
Page 42: Alert Type (Menu 3.3)
Sound Settings Alert Type (Menu 3.3) This option allows you to specify how you are to be informed of any incoming calls. The following options are available: Melody: the phone rings using the ring melody or bell selected via the Ring Tone menu option; see page 79. -
Page 43: Autofolder Tone (Menu 3.6)
If there is no communication between your phone and the IrDA-compliant device within 30 seconds of activating the feature, it is automatically deactivated. Note: For data communication, you can access the Samsung web site, www.samsungmobile.com, and download the EasyLink software and User’s Guide. -
Page 44: My Settings (Menu 4.2)
Phone Settings My Settings (Menu 4.2) You can change the background image and the colour of the components in the display according to your preference. Wallpaper This option allows you to change the background image (wallpaper) to be displayed in idle mode. To change the background image: 1. -
Page 45: Own Number (Menu 4.4)
Phone Settings Own Number (Menu 4.4) This feature allows you to: • Assign a name to each of your own phone numbers registered on your SIM card. • Edit the names and numbers. This function is a memory aid, which you can use to check your own phone numbers, if you need to do Any changes made here do not in any way affect the actual subscriber numbers on your SIM card. -
Page 46: Lcd Settings (Menu 4.7)
Phone Settings Once the correct password has been entered, you can use the phone until you switch it off. The following options are available: Disable: you are not asked to enter the phone password when you switch the phone on. Enable: you are required to enter the phone password when you switch the phone on. -
Page 47: Extra Settings (Menu 4.8)
Phone Settings Back Light You can select whether or not the phone uses the backlight. A marginal increase in standby/talk time can be achieved by turning the backlight off. The following options are available: OFF: the backlight is not used. Short: the backlight comes on when you press a key or receive a call and switches off 10 seconds after the last key is pressed. -
Page 48: Short Cut (Menu 4.9)
Phone Settings Auto Folder: when this option is checked, you can easily open and close the folder by pressing the key on the right side of the phone. Notes: • Using the Auto Folder feature drains your battery power, so that you will have less talk time and standby time. -
Page 49: Organiser
Organiser The Organiser feature enables you to: • View the calendar and organise your schedule. • Define a list of things to do. • Set the current date and time. • Set the alarm so that the phone rings at a specific time (to remind you of an appointment for example). -
Page 50: To Do List (Menu 5.2)
Organiser Once you have finished editing the memo, press the OK soft key. The following options are then available when you press the Options soft key. Alarm: allows you to set the alarm to ring on the chosen day. Erase: allows you to delete the memo. Copy to: allows you to copy the memo to another date and/or time. -
Page 51: Time & Date (Menu 5.3)
Organiser To... Then... Sort the existing • Press the Options soft key. tasks by priority • Select the Sort option. or status • Select the sort criterion from High, Low, Done and Undo. Copy a task • Highlight the task. •... -
Page 52: Alarm (Menu 5.4)
Organiser Alarm (Menu 5.4) This feature allows you to: • Set an alarm to ring at a specific time. • Set the phone to switch on automatically and ring the alarm even if the phone is switched off (the Autopower menu option set to Enable). The following options are available: Once Alarm: the alarm rings only once and is then deactivated. -
Page 53: Currency Exchange
Organiser Currency Exchange (Menu 5.6) Using this menu option, you can make currency conversions. 1. Enter the current exchange rate of your source currency and press the soft key. You can insert a decimal point by pressing the key. 2. Enter the amount for which you want to conduct the currency conversion and press the OK soft key. -
Page 54: Network Services
Network Services These menu functions are network services. Please contact your service provider to check their availability and subscribe to them, if you wish. Call Diverting (Menu 6.1) This network service enables incoming calls to be rerouted to the number that you specify. Example: You may wish to divert your business calls to a colleague while you are on holiday. -
Page 55: Call Barring
Network Services To set your call diverting options: 1. Select the required type of call diverting by pressing the key and then press the Select soft key. 2. Select the type of calls to be diverted by pressing the key and then press the Select soft key. -
Page 56: Call Waiting
Network Services 2. Select the type of calls to be barred by pressing key and then press the Select soft key. 3. Press the Activate soft key to confirm your settings. 4. Enter your call barring password supplied by your service provider. The phone sends your settings to the network and the network’s acknowledgment is displayed. -
Page 57: Network Selection
Network Services Network Selection (Menu 6.4) The Network Selection feature enables you to indicate whether the network used when roaming outside your home area is selected automatically or manually. Note: You can select a network other than your home network only if it has a valid roaming agreement with your home network. -
Page 58: Games (Menu 7.1)
Network Services Add a new CUG index as advised by your service provider or delete a selected group. To... Press the... Scroll the key. through the existing CUG indexes Add a new CUG Options soft key, select the index Add option and enter the index. -
Page 59: Downloads (Menu 7.3)
Fun Box Downloads (Menu 7.3) Sounds In this menu, you can view the list of sounds downloaded from the server. You can set the downloaded sounds as the current ring tone, but cannot send the sounds to other phones. When the memory is full, a warning message is displayed and the phone rejects additional sounds until you erase obsolete ones. -
Page 60: Phonebook Entry
• The model and serial numbers of your phone • Your warranty details • A clear description of the problem Then contact your local dealer or Samsung after- sales service. Solving Problems ) to weak ( ). -
Page 61: Access Codes
Access Codes There are several access codes that are used by your phone and its SIM card. These codes help you protect the phone against unauthorised use. When requested for any of the codes explained below, key in the appropriate code (displayed as asterisks) and press the OK soft key. -
Page 62: Barring Password
Access Codes PIN2 The PIN2 (4 to 8 digits), supplied with some SIM cards, is required to access specific functions, such as setting the maximum cost of a call. These functions are available if supported by your SIM card. If you enter an incorrect PIN2 three times in succession, the code is disabled and you cannot access the functions until you re-enable it by entering the PUK2. -
Page 63: Health And Safety Information
• 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. When a charger is not in use, disconnect it from the power source. -
Page 64: Road Safety
Health and Safety Information Road Safety Your wireless phone gives you the powerful ability to communicate by voice, almost anywhere, anytime. But an important responsibility accompanies the benefits of wireless phones, one that every user must uphold. When driving a car, driving is your first responsibility. -
Page 65: Operating Environment
Health and Safety Information Operating Environment Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area and always switch off your phone whenever it is forbidden to use it, or when it may cause interference or danger. When connecting the phone or any accessory to another device, read its user’s guide for detailed safety instructions. -
Page 66: Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Health and Safety Information 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 vehicle. Posted Facilities Switch off your phone in any facility where posted notices require you to do so. -
Page 67: Other Important Safety Information
Health and Safety Information Other Important Safety Information • Only qualified personnel should service the phone or install the phone in a vehicle. Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty applicable to the device. • Check regularly that all wireless phone equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly. -
Page 68: Glossary
Health and Safety Information • Do not paint it. Paint can clog the device’s moving parts and prevent proper operation. • Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna. Unauthorised antennas or modified accessories may damage the phone and violate regulations governing radio devices. - Page 69 Glossary GSM (Global System for Mobile Communication) International standard for cellular communication, guaranteeing compatibility between the various network operators. GSM covers most European countries and many other parts of the world. Multiparty Calling Ability to establish a conference call involving up to five additional parties.
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Page 70: Index
Index ending • 24 holding • 56 Access codes • 116 international • 23 Accessories • 9 making • 23 Active folder (4.8.2) • 91 missed • 27, 76 Alarm (5.4) • 100 multiparty • 60 Alert type (3.3) • 80 received (2.2) •... - Page 71 Index Menus accessing by scroll • 62 Options accessing by shortcuts selecting • 30 • 63 Organiser (5) • 94 list • 64 Own number (4.4) • 86 Message tone (3.5) • 81 Messages broadcast (1.5) • 73 reading (1.1) • 68 Password setup (1.4) •...