Samsung L878 User Manual
Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your device depending on the software of the device or
your service provider.
Printed in Korea
World Wide Web
http://www.samsungmobile.com
Code No.:GH68-20613A
English (HK). 10/2008. Rev. 1.0
SGH-L878
user manual
using this
manual
This user manual has been specially designed to
guide you through the functions and features of
your device. To get started quickly, refer to the quick
start guide.
ii
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 device or other
equipment
Note—notes, usage tips, or additional
information
X
Refer to—pages with related
information; for example:
(represents "see page 12")
X
p. 12
→ Followed by—the order of options or
menus you must select to perform a
step; for example: Press [ ] → Media
→ Music plyr. (represents [ ],
followed by Media, followed by Music
plyr.)
[] Square brackets—device keys; for
exam ple: [ ] (represents the End/Power
key).
<> Angled brackets—softkeys that control
different functions at each screen; for
example: <OK> (represents the OK
softkey).
Copyrights and trademarks
Rights to all technologies and products that
comprise this device are the property of their
respective owners:
• This product includes software
licensed from Symbian Ltd.
© 1998-2008. Symbian and
Symbian OS are trademarks of
Symbian Ltd.
• Java™ is a trademark of Sun
Microsystems, Inc.
•Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of the
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide— Bluetooth
QD ID: B014128.
• Windows Media Player® is a registered
trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
using this manual
iii
safety and usage information 2
Safety warnings .......................................... 2
contents
Safety precautions ...................................... 4
Important usage information ....................... 7
quick start guide 9
Customise your device ............................. 20
communication 22
Calls ......................................................... 22
Messages ................................................. 24
Log ........................................................... 38
media 41
Music player ............................................. 41
Camera .................................................... 43
Gallery ...................................................... 45
Video Editor .............................................. 46
Viewer & Editor ......................................... 50
Radio ........................................................ 53
RealPlayer® ............................................. 54
Recorder .................................................. 55
Samsung PC Studio ................................. 55
iv
personal productivity 56
Contacts ................................................... 56
Calendar ................................................... 60
Quickoffice® ............................................. 61
Adobe® PDF ............................................ 62
Notes ....................................................... 62
Check it .................................................... 63
web 64
Browse a web page .................................. 64
Change browser settings .......................... 66
Add a bookmark ....................................... 66
Use a bookmark ....................................... 66
Save a web page and view it offline .......... 67
Download files from the web ..................... 68
Google ..................................................... 68
connectivity 69
Use the Bluetooth wireless feature ............ 69
Connect via USB ......................................72
Synchronise your device ........................... 74
additional programs 75
Calculator ................................................. 75
Clock ........................................................ 76
Converter ................................................. 77
GPS data ................................................. 78
Landmarks ............................................... 80
Smart reader ............................................ 80
Dictionary ................................................. 82
managers 83
Team manager ......................................... 83
File manager ............................................. 85
Application manager ................................. 87
Licence manager ...................................... 89
Connection manager ................................ 90
settings 92
General settings ....................................... 92
Phone settings ......................................... 97
Connection settings .................................. 99
Applications settings ............................... 102
troubleshooting a
v
contents
Safety warnings
safety and
usage
information
Comply with the following precautions to avoid
dangerous or illegal situations and ensure peak
performance of your device.
2
Keep your device away from small
children and pets
Keep your device 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
Listening to a headset at high
volumes can damage your hearing.
Use only the minimum volume setting
necessary to hear your conversation
or music.
Install mobile devices and
equipment with caution
Ensure that any mobile devices or related
equipment installed in your vehicle are securely
mounted. Avoid placing your device and
accessories near or in an air bag deployment
area. Improperly installed wireless equipment
can cause serious injury when air bags inflate
rapidly.
Handle and dispose of batteries and
chargers with care
• Use only Samsung-approved batteries and
chargers specifically designed for your
device. Incompatible batteries and chargers
can cause serious injuries or damage to your
device.
• Never dispose of batteries or devices in a
fire. Follow all local regulations when
disposing used batteries or devices.
• 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
Maintain a minimum of 15 cm (6 inches)
between mobile devices and pacemakers to
avoid potential interference, as recommended
by manufacturers and the independent
research group, Wireless Technology
Research. If you have any reason to suspect
that your device is interfering with a pacemaker
or other medical equipment, turn off the device
immediately and contact the manufacturer of
the pacemaker or medical equipment for
guidance.
safety and usage information
3
Turn off the device in potentially
explosive environments
Do not use your device at refuelling points
(service stations) or near fuels or chemicals.
Turn off your device whenever directed by
safety and usage information
warning signs or instructions. Your device could
cause explosions or fire in and around fuel or
chemical storage and transfer areas or blasting
areas. Do not store or carry flammable liquids,
gases, or explosive materials in the same
compartment as the device, its parts, or
accessories.
Reduce the risk of repetitive motion
injuries
When sending text messages or playing games
on your device, hold the device with a relaxed
grip, press the keys lightly, use special features
that reduce the number of keys you have to
press (such as templates and predictive text),
and take frequent breaks.
4
Safety precautions
Drive safely at all times
Avoid using your device while driving and obey
all regulations that restrict the use of mobile
devices while driving. Use hands-free
accessories to increase your safety when
possible.
Follow all safety warnings and
regulations
Comply with any regulations that restrict the use
of a mobile device in a certain area.
Use only Samsung-approved
accessories
Using incompatible accessories may damage
your device or cause injury.
Turn off the device near medical
equipment
Your device can interfere with medical
equipment in hospitals or health care facilities.
Follow all regulations, posted warnings, and
directions from medical personnel.
Turn off the device or disable the
wireless functions when in an
aircraft
Your device can cause interference with aircraft
equipment. Follow all airline regulations and turn
off your device or switch to a mode that
disables the wireless functions when directed
by the 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/113° 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
batteries and lead to temporary or
permanent battery damage.
• Never use a damaged charger or battery.
• Risk of explosion if a battery is replaced by
an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries
according to the instructions.
safety and usage information
5
Handle your device carefully and
sensibly
• Do not allow your device to get wet—liquids
can cause serious damage. Do not handle
your device with wet hands. Water damage
safety and usage information
to your device can void your manufacturer’s
warranty.
• Avoid using or storing your device in dusty,
dirty areas to prevent damage to moving
parts.
• Your device is made of complex
electronics—protect it from impacts and
rough handling to avoid serious damage.
• Do not paint your device, as paint can clog
moving parts and prevent proper operation.
• Avoid using the device’s camera flash or light
close to the eyes of children or animals.
6
• Your device and memory cards may be
damaged by exposure to magnetic fields.
Do not use carrying cases or accessories
with magnetic closures or allow your device
to come in contact with magnetic fields for
extended periods of time.
Avoid interference with other
electronic equipment
Your device emits radio frequency (RF) signals
that may interfere with unshielded or improperly
shielded electronic equipment, such as
pacemakers, hearing aids, and medical
equipment in homes or vehicles. Consult the
manufacturers of your electronic equipment to
solve any interference problems you
experience.
Important usage information
Use your device in the normal
position
• Avoid contact with your device’s internal
antenna.
• Hold your device in portrait orientation when
using GPS services to get a better signal.
Allow only qualified personnel to
service your device
Allowing unqualified personnel to service your
device may result in damage to your device and
will void your warranty.
Ensure maximum battery and
charger life
• Avoid charging batteries for more than a
week, as overcharging may shorten battery
life.
• Over time, unused batteries will discharge
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 device is
transferring or accessing information, as this
could result in loss of data and/or damage to
the card or device.
• Protect cards from strong shocks, static
electricity, and electrical noise from other
equipment.
• Frequent writing and erasing will shorten the
life span of memory cards.
• Do not touch gold-coloured contacts or
terminals with your fingers or metal objects. If
dirty, wipe the card with a soft cloth.
safety and usage information
7
Ensure access to emergency
services
Emergency calls from your device may not be
possible in some areas or circumstances.
Before travelling in remote or undeveloped
safety and usage information
areas, plan an alternate method of contacting
emergency services personnel.
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)
certification information
Your device conforms to European Union (EU)
standards that limit human exposure to radio
frequency (RF) energy emitted by radio and
telecommunications equipment. These
standards prevent the sale of mobile devices
that exceed a maximum exposure level (known
as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR) of 2.0
watts per kilogram of body tissue.
8
quick start guide
This quick start guide has been specially designed
to guide you through the functions and features of
your device.
Unpack
Your package contains the following items:
•Smartphone
•Headset
• Battery
• Travel adapter (charger)
•PC data cable
• Samsung PC Studio CD
• The items supplied with your device and
the accessories available at your Samsung
dealer may vary, depending on your region
or service provider.
• Use only Samsung-approved software.
Pirated or illegal software may cause
damage or malfunctions that are not
covered by manufactures warranty.
9
Get to know your device
Rear view
Front view
quick start guide
navigation key
function keys
10
Earpiece
4-way
Left softkey
Volume ke y
Menu key
Tal k ke y
ABC key
Delete key
Memory
card slot
Special
Front camera lens
for video calls
Display
Confirm key
Right softkey
User defined
key 1
End/Power key
User defined
key 2
Alphanumeric
keys
Mouthpiece
Mirror
Camera key
Multifunction
jack
Rear camera
lens
Battery cover
Internal antenna
Keys
Key Function
Perform actions indicated at the
bottom of the display
Open the main menu; Show all
active applications (press and
hold)
Move through lists or menus;
Move the cursor up, down, left, or
right
Confirm your selection or execute
the selected application
Open the defined application or
bookmark
Make or answer a call; In Standby
mode, access call logs
Key Function
Turn the device on or off (press
and hold for three seconds);
Access the Profiles Menu (press
and hold for two seconds); End a
call; Exit an application
Display a list of input modes
Delete
Open the defined application or
bookmark
Enter numbers and characters; In
Standby mode, press and hold
[
1
] to access voice mail
Enter an international call prefix or
pause; Display a list of symbols
quick start guide
11
Key Function
quick start guide
12
Change the text input mode;
Change character case; In
Standby mode, activate or
deactivate Silent profile (press
and hold)
In Standby mode, adjust key
volume; During a call, adjust
earpiece volume; During an
incoming call, adjust ringtone
volume
Turn on the camera (press and
hold); In Camera mode, take a
photo or record a video
Icons
Icon Definition
Signal strength (GSM/GPRS
network)
Signal strength (WCDMA network)
Signal strength (HSDPA network)
Alarm activated
New text message
New voice mail message
New email message
Sending a message
Call diverting active (if you have
multiple lines, a number will indicate
which line is diverted)
Active phone line 2
Icon Definition
Missed call
Bluetooth activated
Stereo headset connected
Mono headset connected
Connected to computer
In Home Zone service area
Keypad locked
Memory card inserted
Battery power level
Assemble and prepare your
device
Insert the SIM card and battery
1. Remove the battery cover.
quick start guide
13
2. Insert the SIM card. 3. Insert the battery.
quick start guide
• Insert the SIM card with the gold-coloured
contacts facing the device.
• Remove the battery before inserting or
removing the SIM card.
14
4. Replace the battery cover.
Charge the battery
1. Open the cover to the multifunction jack on
the side of the device.
Improperly connecting the travel adapter can
cause serious damage to the device. Any
damages by misuse are not covered by the
warranty.
quick start guide
2. Plug the small end of the travel adapter into
the device.
3. Plug the large end of the travel adapter into
a power outlet.
4. When charging is finished, unplug the travel
adapter from the power outlet.
5. Remove the travel adapter from the device.
15
Insert a memory card (optional)
By inserting a memory card, you can store
multimedia files and messages or backup your
important information. Your phone accepts
microSD™ memory cards up to 4 GB
quick start guide
(depending on memory card manufacturer and
type).
1. Open the cover to the memory card slot on
the side of the device.
2. Insert a me mory card into the memory card
slot with the label facing up.
3. Push the memory card into the memory
card slot until it locks (clicks) in place.
16
4. Close the cover to the memory card slot.
Follow these steps when removing a
memory card.
Carefully follow the steps below when
removing a memory card to avoid data
loss or damage to the memory card.
1. Press and hold [ ] for two seconds
and select
2. Press <
3. Open the cover to the memory card
4. Pull the memory card out of the
5. Press <OK>.
If you must reboot the device to finish
installing an application, do not remove the
memory card until the reboot is complete.
Otherwise, your application files may be
corrupted or erased.
Remove memory card
Yes
> to confirm.
slot and gently push the memory card
in until it disengages (clicks) from the
device.
memory card slot.
.
Turn on your device for the first
time
1. Press and hold [ ] to turn on your device.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to set the
region, current time, and the date. Your
device will automatically connect to the
cellular network.
Unlock the external keys
When you close your device, it automatically
locks the external keys. To unlock the keys,
press <
Unlock> and then press the Confirm
key.
Use basic call functions
Make a voice call
1. In Standby mode, enter an area code and
phone number.
2. Press [ ] to dial the number.
3. To end the call, press [ ].
Make a video call
1. In Standby mode, enter an area code and
phone number.
2. Press <Options>
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 [ ].
→
Call
→
Video call to
[ ]
.
quick start guide
17
Enter text
Change the text input mode
Press [ ] to switch between the following text
input modes. Depending on your region,
quick start guide
available text input modes may vary.
• - Pinyin mode
• - Traditional Stroke mode
• - Simplified Stroke mode
• - BoPoMoFo mode
• Abc - Predictive mode (initial capital)
• abc - Predictive mode (lower case)
• Abc - Normal mode (initial capital)
• abc - Normal mode (lower case)
• 123 - Number mode
To use Pinyin, Stroke, or BoPoMoFo mode,
you must change the input language by
pressing <
Options
> →
→
.
To access symbols, press [ ].
18
Writing language
Enter text in Pinyin mode
Pinyin is a system to enter Chinese words by
spelling them phonetically (how they sound)
using the Latin alphabet.
1. Press the appropriate alphanumeric keys to
enter pinyins.
2. Scroll left or right to select a pinyin.
3. Press the Confirm key. A number appears
by each character.
4. Scroll up or down to select a character.
5. Press an alphanumeric key to enter the
corresponding character.
6. When you are finished, press [C].
Enter text in Stroke mode
Stroke mode allows you to enter individual
Chinese strokes, in written order, from top to
bottom, and from left to right.
1. Press [1] through [5] to enter strokes.
Press [6] when you are unsure which stroke
to enter. This will insert a placeholder.
2. Scroll to select a character. A number
appears by each character.
3. Press an alphanumeric key to enter the
corresponding character.
4. When you are finished, press [C].
Enter text in BoPoMoFo mode
1. Press [1] through [0] to enter the mandarin
phonetic symbol, zhuyin (BoPoMoFo).
2. Scroll to select a character. A number
appears by each character.
3. Press an alphanumeric key to enter the
corresponding character.
4. When you are finished, press [C].
Enter text in Predictive mode
In Predictive mode, your device attempts to
predict the word you are entering to save you
time and keystrokes.
To enter a word in Predictive mode,
1. Press each alphanumeric key one time only
for each letter needed.
2. Type the complete word before confirming
that the device has predicted it properly.
The device will actively attempt to predict
words, so the correct word may not appear
until you have entered it completely.
3. If the device shows the correct word, press
[0] to confirm the word.
4. If the device shows an incorrect word,
press
[ ] to view other words that match
your entry, or add a word to the dictionary
(see the next section).
quick start guide
19
Add a word to the dictionary
When using Predictive mode, you can add new
words to the dictionary.
1. Press <
2. Enter the word in normal mode and press
quick start guide
Spell
>.
<OK> to confirm.
Customise your device
Your device includes preset profiles that control
ringtones, key tones, and alerts and themes
that control skins, wallpaper, and menu layouts.
You can activate profiles for different situations,
personalise profiles, apply themes, and
download new themes from the web.
20
Activate a profile
1. In Standby mode, press
2. Scroll to a profile and press <Options> →
Activate.
In Standby mode, the current profile is
shown at the top of the display (except for
the General profile). To quickly change
profiles, press and hold [ ] for two
seconds and select a different profile.
[ ]
→
Profiles
Personalise a profile
1. In Standby mode, press
2. Scroll to a profile.
3. Press <Options> → Personalise.
4. Change the settings as desired.
5. When you are finished personalising the
profile, press <Back>.
[ ]
→
Profiles
.
.
Apply a theme
1. In Standby mode, press
Themes
2. Scroll to a category and press the Confirm
3. Scroll to a theme or image and press the
.
key:
• General - choose a skin for your display.
• Menu view - choose a layout of the
display.
• Standby - choose shortcuts for Standby
mode.
• Wallpaper - choose a background
image for Standby mode.
• Call image - choose an image for
incoming calls.
Confirm key.
[ ]
→
Tools
→
quick start guide
21
communication
Your device allows you to send and receive many
types of calls and messages over cellular networks
22
and the internet.
Calls
Learn to use your device's call functions. For
basic call functions, see
functions" X p. 17.
Call an international number
1. Press [ ] twice to insert the + character
(this replaces the international access
code).
2. Enter the complete number you want to dial
(country code, area code, and phone
number), and then press [
3. To end the call, press [ ].
Make a call from the contact list
1. In Standby mode, press <Contacts> to
open your contact list.
2. Scroll to a contact or search by entering the
first few letters of the contact's name.
"Use basic call
] to dial.
3. Press [ ] to call the default number for
the contact.
You can also press the Confirm key to open
the contact information and select a different
number or call type (e.g., video).
Insert a pause
When calling automated systems, you can
insert a pause between the device number and
another set of numbers.
To insert a pause, press [ ] to select the type
of pause:
• p (automatic pause)-press [ ] three times to
insert an automatic pause. The device will
pause for two seconds, then automatically
transmit the numbers after the pause.
• w (manual pause)-press [ ] four times to
insert a manual pause. After the pause, you
must press [
numbers.
] to transmit the remaining
View and return missed calls
Your device will show missed calls on the
display.
To return a missed call,
1. Press the Confirm key.
2. Scroll to a missed call.
3. Press [ ] to dial.
Call a recently dialled number
1. In Standby mode, press [ ] to display a
list of recent numbers.
2. Scroll to a number and press [ ].
Divert calls
Your service provider or network may or may
not support this feature.
To divert your incoming calls to another number,
1. In Standby mode, press [ ] → Settings
→ Phone → Call divert.
communication
23
2. Scroll to a call type and press the Confirm
key.
3. Scroll to a diverting type and press
<Options>
4. For voice calls, scroll to a diverting location
communication
(mailbox or other number) and press the
Confirm key.
5. Enter a phone number and press <OK>
(if necessary).
6. Select a duration and press <OK>
(if necessary).
→ Activate.
Bar (block) calls
To activate this function, you need a barring
password from your service provider.
To bar incoming calls from a specific number,
1. In Standby mode, press [ ] → Settings
→ Phone → Call barring.
2. Scroll to a barring type and press
<Options>
24
→ Activate.
3. Enter the barring password and press
<OK>.
If you enter the incorrect barring password
three times, the device will lock. Contact
your service provider.
Messages
Learn to use messaging functions. For
instructions on entering text, see
X
p. 18. For an explanation of options, see
"Change message options" X p. 35.
Message folders
When you open Messaging, you will see the
New message function and a list of folders:
• Inbox: received messaging, except email
and cell broadcast messages
• My folders: message templates and saved
messages
"Enter text"
• New mailbox: received email messages;
when you create a mailbox, the name you
specify will appear here
• Drafts: messages you have not yet sent
• Sent: recent sent messages
• Outbox: temporary storage for messages
waiting to be sent
• Reports: delivery reports of text and
multimedia messages; you must request a
delivery report in the message options
before sending
• Messages sent via the Bluetooth wireless
feature are not saved in the Drafts or Sent
folder.
• You may not receive a delivery report for a
multimedia message if you send it to an
email address.
Inbox icons
In the Inbox, you may see the following icons
next to your messages:
Icon Description
Unread text message
Multimedia message notification
Unread multimedia message
Unread smart message
Unread service message
Data received via a Bluetooth
connection
Unknown message type
communication
25
Loading...