Samsung SGH-X610 User Manual

* Some of the conte n ts o f t h is manual may differ from your phone,

depending on the software inst alled or y o u r se rvic e p ro v ider.

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Printed in Korea

Code No.:GH68-05325A

English. 11/2004. Rev 1.0

GPRS TELEPHONE

SGH-X610

Important safety precautions ...........................7

Unpacking ........................................................9

Your phone ..................................................... 10

Phone layout ...........................................................10

Display ........................................... ........................13

Service light ............................................................16

Camera .................................................................. 16

Getting started ............................................... 17

Installing the SIM card .............................................17

Charging the battery ................................................19

Switching on or off the phone .................................... 21

Locking or unlocking the keypad ................................22

Call functions .................................................23

Making a call ...........................................................23

Adjusting the volume ...............................................25

Answering a call ......................................................26

Viewing Missed calls .................................................27

Quickly switching to Silent mode ................................29

Selecting functions and options ...................... 30

Using the soft keys ..................................................30

Selecting options .....................................................31

Phonebook ..................................................... 32

Storing a number with a name ..................................32

Using Phonebook entry options .................................. 35

Dialling a number from Phonebook .............................37

Speed-dialling ......................................................... 38

Searching for and dialling a number in Phonebook ........ 40

Editing a caller group ............................................... 42

Deleting all of the Phonebook entries ..........................43

Checking the memory status .....................................44

Using the service dialling numbers .............................45

Contents

Entering text .................................................. 46

Changing the text input mode ...................................47

Using T9 mode ........................................................48

Using Alphabet mode ...............................................50

Using Number mode .................................................51

Using Symbol mode .................................................51

Options during a call ...................................... 52

Putting a call on hold ................................................52

Using the menu functions .........................................53

Switching off the microphone (Mute) ..........................54

Muting or sending key tones ......................................55

Sending a sequence of DTMF tones ............................55

Searching for a number in Phonebook .........................56

Call waiting .............................................................57

Making a multi-party call ..........................................57

Using the menus ............................................. 60

Accessing a menu function by scrolling ....................... 60

Using shortcuts .......................................................61

List of menu functions ..............................................61

Messages .......................................... .............. 67

Text messages Multimedia messages Push messages Delete all Voice mail Broadcast messages Memory status

(Menu 1.1)

(Menu 1.3)

(Menu 1.4)

(Menu 1.5)

(Menu 1.7)

.........................................67

(Menu 1.2)

................................75

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(Menu 1.6)

.................................89

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Call records .................................................... 92

Missed calls Received calls Dialled calls Delete all Call time Call costs

(Menu 2.1)

(Menu 2.2)

(Menu 2.3)

(Menu 2.4)

(Menu 2.5)

(Menu 2.6)

.............................................92

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Contents

Camera .................................................. .........97

Take photos My photos Video Memory status

(Menu 3.1)

(Menu 3.2)

(Menu 3.3)

.............................................97

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(Menu 3.4)

....................................... 105

Sound settings ............................................. 106

Ring tone Ring volume Alert type Keypad tone Message tone Power on/off Alert on call Extra tones

(Menu 4.1)

(Menu 4.2)

(Menu 4.3)

(Menu 4.4)

(Menu 4.5)

(Menu 4.6)

(Menu 4.7)

(Menu 4.8)

.............................................. 106

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..........................................109

...........................................109

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Phone settings ............................................. 110

Activate infrared Display settings Greeting message Own number Language Security Extra settings Short cut Reset settings

(Menu 5.2)

(Menu 5.4)

(Menu 5.5)

(Menu 5.6)

(Menu 5.7)

(Menu 5.8)

(Menu 5.9)

(Menu 5.1)

..................................... 110

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(Menu 5.3)

.................................. 113

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............................................... 119

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Organiser ..................................................... 120

Alarm

(Menu 6.1)

Calendar Time & Date Calculator To do list Voice memo Currency exchange

................................................... 120

(Menu 6.2)

(Menu 6.4)

(Menu 6.5)

............................................... 122

(Menu 6.3)

..........................................124

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(Menu 6.6)

..........................................130

(Menu 6.7)

................................. 132

Network services ..........................................133

Call diverting Call barring Call waiting Network selection Caller ID Closed user group (CUG)

(Menu 7.1) (Menu 7.2) (Menu 7.3)

(Menu 7.5)

.........................................133

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(Menu 7.4)

................................... 138

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(Menu 7.6)

......................... 139

Contents

Funbox ......................................................... 141

WAP browser Games Sounds Images Delete all Memory status

(Menu 8.1)

(Menu 8.2)

(Menu 8.3) (Menu 8.4)

(Menu 8.5)

.........................................141

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(Menu 8.6)

....................................... 152

Solving problems ..........................................153

Access codes ................................................ 156

Phone password .................................................... 156

PIN ......................................... ............................. 157

PUK ..................................................................... 157

PIN2 .................................................................... 158

PUK2 ................................................................... 158

Barring password ................................................... 159

Health and safety information ......................160

SAR certification information ................................... 160

Precautions when using batteries ............................. 161

Road safety .......................................................... 163

Operating environment ........................................... 163

Electronic devices .................................................. 164

Potentially explosive environments ........................... 166

Emergency calls .................................................... 167

Other important safety information .......................... 168

Care and maintenance ............................................ 169

Glossary ....................................................... 171

Index ............................................................176

Quick reference card ....................................181

Important safety precautions

Read these guidelines before using your wireless phone. Failure to com p ly wi th th em m a y be dangerous or illegal.

Road safety at all times

Do not use a hand-held phone while driving; park the vehicle first.

Switching off when refuelling

Do not use the phone at a refuelling point (service station) or near fuels or chemicals.

Switching off in an aircraft

Wireless phones can cause interference. Using them in an aircraft is both illegal and dangerous.

Switching off in hospitals

Switch off your phone near medical equipment. Follow any regulations or rules in force.

Interference

All wireless phones may be subject to interference, which could affect their performance.

Special regulations

Meet 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 (in a hospital for example).

Important safety precautions

Sensible use

Use only in the normal position (held to the ear). Avoid unnecessary contact with the antenna when the phone is switched on.

Emergency call

Ensure the phone is switched on and in service. Key in the emergency number for your present location, then press the key. You must deactivate any unnecessary features in use before you can make an emergency call. Give all necessary information as accurately as possible. Do not end the call until given permission to do so.

Water resistance

Your phone is not water-resistant. Keep it dry.

Accessories and batteries

Use only Samsung-approved accessories and batteries. Use of any unauthorised accessories could damage your phone and may be dangerous.

Qualified service

Only qualified service personnel may repair your phone.

For more detailed safet y in fo rm a tio n , see “He a lth and safety information” on page 160.

CAUTION

RISK OF EXPLOSION IF A BATTERY IS REPLACED

DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO

BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.

THE INSTRUCTION S.

Unpacking

Your package contains the following items:

Handset

Battery

You can obtain the following accessories for your phone from your local Samsung dealer:

• Standard/slim batteries • Straight headset

• Simple handsfree car kit • PC data kit

• Travel adapter • Hand strap

• Cigarette lighter adapter • Car holder

Note

: The items supplied with your phone and

available accessories may be different, depending on your country or service provider.

Travel Adapter

User’s Manual

Your phone

Phone layout

The following illustrations sh ow th e m ain el em e nts of your phone:

Camera

Headset jack

Soft key (left)

IrDA port

Dial/menu

confirmation

key

Alphanumeric

keys

Special

function keys

Earpiece

Display

Volume/menu

browse keys

Navigation (Up/ Down/Left/ Right) keys

Soft key (right)

Power on/off / menu exit key

WAP browser/ cancel/ correction key

Microphone

Key

(s)

(soft keys)

Your phone

Description

In Menu mode, scrolls through the menu options and Phonebook.

In Idle mode, the Up key allows you to quickly access the

Camera

menu and the Down key allows you to access your favourite menu options directly. For further details about shortcuts, see page 119.

When entering text, moves the cursor to the left or right, depending on which side you push.

In Idle mode, allows y ou to access you r favourite menu options directly. For further details about shortcuts, see page 119.

Performs the functions indicated by the screen text above them, on the botto m line of the display.

In Idle mode, launches the WAP (Wireless Application Protocol) browser.

Deletes characters from the display. In Menu mode, returns you to the

previous menu leve l. Makes or answers a call.

In Idle mode, recalls the last number dialled or received when held down.

Ends a call. Also switches the phone on and off when held down.

In Menu mode, cancels your input and returns the phone to Idle mode.

Your phone

Key

(s)

Description

(continued)

In Idle mode, accesses your voice mail when held down.

Enters numbers, letters, and some special characters.

Enters special characters. Performs various functions.

(on the right side of the phone) During a call, adjusts the earpiece volume.

In Idle mode, adjusts the keypad tone volume.

In Menu mode, scrolls through menu options and Phonebook.

Display

Display layout

The display has three areas:

Icons

Text and graphics area

Your phone

Menu Phonebook

Soft key function indicators

Area Description

First line Displays various icons. See

page 14.

Middle lines Displays messages, instructions

and any information that you enter, such as the number you are dialling.

Last line Shows the current functions

assigned to the two soft keys.

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 out of your service area. When it displays, you cannot make or receive a call.

Appears when you are connected to the GPRS network.

Appears when you are out of your home area and have logged onto a different network; for example, when travelling in other countries.

Appears when a new text message has been received.

Appears when a new voice mail message has been received.

Appears when a new multimedia message has been received.

Appears when you set an alarm to ring at a specified time.

Appears when Silent mode is active or when you set the phone to vibrate when you receive a call. Y ou set this opt ion in the

Alert type

menu (

Menu 4.3

). For further details, see page 29 and page 107 respectively.

Your phone

Icon Description

(continued)

Appears when the IrDA port is active. For details, see page 110.

Appears when Mute mode is active.

Appears when the keys are locked.

Shows the level of your battery. The more bars you see, the more power you have remaining.

Backlight

The backlight illuminates the display and the keypad. When you press any key, the backlight comes on. It goes off when no keys are pressed within a given period of time, depending on the setting in the page 112 for further details.

Back light

menu (

Menu 5.2.3

). See

Your phone

Service light

The service light, which is a circular light around the Navigation keys. It flashes when services are available on the phone.

To activate or deactivate the service light, use the

Service light

for further details.

menu (

Menu 5.2.4

). See page 112

Service light

Camera

The camera module on the top left of your phone allows you to take a photo and record a video while on the move.

For further details about the Camera feature, see page 97.

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 details, such as your PIN, any optional services available, and so on.

Important!

1. If necessary, switch off the phone by holding down the key until the power-off image displays.

2. Remove the battery. To do so:

➀

➁

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 card.

Keep all SIM cards out of the reach of small children.

Slide the battery lock towards the top of the phone and hold it in that position.

Lift away the battery, as shown.

➁

➀

Getting started

3. Slide the SIM card into the SIM card socket, as shown, so that the card locks into position.

Make sure that the gold coloured contacts of the card face into the phone.

Note

: When you need to remove the SIM card,

slide it, as shown, and take it ou t of th e socket.

4. Place the battery so that the tabs on the end aligns with the slots at the bottom of the phone.

Getting started

5. Press the battery until it clicks into place. Make sure that the battery is properly installed before switching on the power.

Charging the battery

Your phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery . A tr avel ad apter comes w ith your phone for charging the battery. Use only approved batteries and chargers. Ask your local Samsung dealer for further details.

The travel adapter allows you to use the phone while the battery is charging, but this causes the phone to charge more slowly.

Note

: You must fully c harge the batte ry before using

your phone for the first time. A discharged battery recharges fully in ap proximately 200 minutes.

1. With the battery in position on the phone, plug the connector of the travel charger into the jack at the bottom of the phone.

Getting started

2. Plug the charger into a standard AC wall outlet.

3. When charging is finished, unplug the adapter from the power outlet and disconnect it from the phone by pressing the buttons on both sides of the connector and pulling out the connector.

➀

➁

Note

: You must unplug the adapter before removing

the battery from the phone during charging; otherwise, the phone could be damaged.

Low battery indicator

When the battery is weak and only a few minutes of talk time remain, a warning tone sounds an d a message repeats at regular intervals on the displa y. If this happens, your phone turns off the backlight to conserve the remaining battery power.

When the battery level becomes too low, the phone automatically turns off.

Getting started

Switching on or off the phone

1. Press and hold the key until the phone switches on.

2. If the phone asks you to enter a password, enter the password and press the password is preset to “00000000” at the factory. For further details, see page 156.

3. If the phone asks for a PIN, enter the PIN and press the page 157.

The phone searches for your network and, after finding it, the idle screen ap pears on the display. Now, you can make or receive calls.

Note

4. When you wish to switch off the phone, press and hold the key until the power-off image displays.

soft key. For further details, see

: The display language is preset to English at

the factory . To change the language, use the

Language

further details, see page 114.

menu (

soft key. The

Menu 5.5

). For

Getting started

Locking or unlocking the keypad

You can lock the keypad to avoid pressing ke ys by mistake.

Press and hold the key in Idle mode until the icon and "Keypad locked" appear on the display.

You can answer incoming calls using an y keys, even if you lock the keypad. When you end the call, your phone returns to Key Lock mode after the period of time specified in the

5.7.2

You can dial emergency calls even if you lock the keypad. Enter an emergency number. When the confirmation message appears, press the key or the key. When you end the call, your phone returns to Key Lock mode immediately.

To exit Key Lock mode, press the and then press the key. "Keypad active" appears and the

You can also set the phone to automatically lock the keypad in the For further details, see page 118.

icon is no longer displayed.

Auto key lock

Unlock

menu (

Menu 5.7.2

Yes

soft

soft key

Call functions

Making a call

When the idle screen displays, enter the area code and phone number, then press the key .

Note

: When you activate the

the

Extra settings

phone will automatica lly redial up to ten times if the person does not answer the call or is already on the phone. See page 118 for further details.

Making an international call

1. Press and hold the 0 key . The

character appears.

2. Enter the country code, area code, and phone number and press the key.

Correcting the number

To clear Press the

Auto redial

menu (

Menu 5.7.1

option in

), the

the last digit displayed

any other digit in the number

the whole display

key.

Left or Right key until the cursor is immediately to the right of the digit to be cleared. Press the insert a missing digit simply by pressing the appropriate key.

key and hold it for more

than one second.

key . You can also

Call functions

Ending a call

When you want to end your call, briefly press the

key .

Redialling the last number

The phone stores the numbers of the calls you’ve dialled, received or missed if the call recipient or caller is identified. See “Call records” on page 92 for further details.

To recall any of these numbers:

1. If you have typed characters on the display, press the key to return to Idle mode.

2. Press the key to display a list of the most recent numbers used, in the order you dialled or received them.

3. Use the Up and Down keys to scroll through the numbers until the number you want highlights.

4. T

o Press the

dial the number key. edit the number

delete the number

delete all of the numbers on the Call log list

Options

select number, referring to “Correcting the number” on page 23.

Options

select

Options

select details, see page 94.

soft key and

Edit

. Change the

soft key and

Delete

soft key and

Delete all

. For

Call functions

Making a call from Phonebook

You can store phone numbers that you use regularly on the SIM card or in the phone’s memo ry. These entries are collectively called Phonebook.

Once you have stored a number in Phonebook, you can dial it by pressing a few keys. You can also assign your most frequently-used numbers to number keys using the Speed Dial feature.

For further details about the Phonebook features, see page 32.

Adjusting the volume

During a call, if you want to adjust the earpiece volume, use the Volume keys on the right side of the phone.

Press the key to increase the volume level and the

key to decrease the level.

In Idle mode, you can also adjust the keypad tone volume using these keys.

Call functions

Answering a call

When somebody calls you, the phone rings and displays the incoming call image.

The caller’s phone number or name, if stored in Phonebook, displays.

1. Press the key or the answer the incoming call.

When the

settings

can press any key to answer a call except for the

Note

2. End the call by pressing the key.

Note

: Yo u can answ er a c all while us ing Pho nebook or

Anykey answer

menu (

key and the

: T o reject the call, press the

menu features. After ending the call, the display returns to the function screen you were using.

key .

Reject

soft key to

option in the

Menu 5.7.3

) is activated, you

soft key. See page 118.

Reject

soft key

Extra

Call functions

Viewing Missed calls

When you are unable to answer a call for any reason, you can find out who called you so that you can call the person back.

The number of calls you have missed displays on the idle screen immediately after a call is missed.

To view a missed call immediately:

1. Press the The number for the most recent missed call

displays, if available.

To Press the

scroll through the missed calls

call the number displayed

edit or delete a missed call number

View

soft key.

Up or Down key.

key.

Select

soft key. See

below.

Editing a missed call number

Note

: When the number for the missed call is not

available, the

1. Press the

2. Press the Up or Down key to highlight the option.

3. Press the

4. Change the number.

Edit

Options

Select

soft key.

option does not display.

soft key.

Edit

Call functions

To Press the

call the number key . store the number

Save

name and location. For further details, see page 32.

Deleting a missed call

soft key and enter a

1. Press the

Options

soft key.

2. If necessary, press the Up or Down key to highlight the

3. Press the

Delete

Select

option.

soft key.

You can press the key at any time to ex it the Missed Call feature.

Note

: You can access the Missed Call feature at any

time by selecting the (

Menu 2.1

). For further details, see page 92.

Missed calls

Call functions

Quickly switching to Silent mode

Silent mode is convenient when you wish to stop the phone from ringing, in a theatre for example.

In Idle mode, press and hold the “Silent mode” message and the Vibration icon ( ) display.

In Silent mode, instead of sounds, your phone will vibrate, flash its light, or do nothing, depending on the function and the situation.

To exit and reactivate the previous sound settings, press and hold the mode” appears. The Vibration icon ( ) no longer displays.

Notes

• When you turn off the phone, Silent mode is

automatically deactivated.

• Activating Silent mode will not turn off the camera

shutter sound.

key again until “Exit silent

key until the

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