Samsung SGH-C400 User Manual

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Get started8Low battery indicatorWhen the battery is low:• a warning tone sounds,• the battery low message displays, and• the empty battery icon ( ) b

Health and safety information98laboratory animals. However, many of the studies that showed increased tumor development used animals that had been gen

Health and safety information99cancer. This is because the interval between the time of exposure to a cancer-causing agent and the time tumors develop

100IndexAABC mode, text input • 20Active folder • 66Alarm • 54Alert type • 38Answeringcall • 25second call • 26Anykey answer • 67Auto redial • 66BBack

Index101Displaybacklight, set • 64brightness • 64contrast • 64layout • 11settings • 63Diverting, calls • 34DTMF tones, send • 27EEmergency calls • 78E

Index102MMS messagescreating/sending • 43deleting • 45, 46setting • 47templates • 46viewing • 45, 46Multiparty-call • 27NNamesentering • 20searching •

Index103SSafetyinformation • 70precautions • 1SDN (Service Dialing Number) • 32Security • 65Sent messagesMMS • 46SMS • 41Shourt cut • 67Side key, set

* Depending on the software installed or your service provider or country, some of the descriptions in this guide may not match your phone exactly.* D

Get started9Power on or off Keys and displayKeysSwitch onDo not turn on the phone when mobile phone use is prohibited.1. Open the phone.2. Press and h

Get started10Make or answer a call.In Idle mode, retrieve the numbers recently dialed, missed, or received.Delete characters from the display.In Menu

Get started11DisplayLayoutIcons1Received signal strengthGPRS networkCall in progressOut of your service area; you cannot make or receive callsText and

Get started12Access menu functionsUse the soft keysThe roles of the soft keys vary depending on the function you are using. The bottom line of the dis

Get started13Customize your phone1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> and select Phone settings → Language.2. Select a language.1. In Idle mode, press

Get started14You can switch the phone to Silent mode to avoid disturbing other people.Press and hold [ ] in Idle mode.You can protect the phone agains

15Make/Answer callsStep outside the phoneBegin with your camera, web browser, and other special featuresUse the camera1. Enter an area code and phone

Step outside the phone16Browse the web Using a built-in web browser, you can easily access the wireless web to get a variety of up-to-date services an

Step outside the phone17Send messagesTo the SIM card:1. In Idle mode, enter a phone number and press <Save>.2. Select a number type. 3. Select S

Drive safely at all timesDo not use a hand-held phone while driving. Park the vehicle first. Switch off the phone when refuellingDo not use the phone

Step outside the phone184. If you selected Save and send, select a memory location.5. Enter a destination number and press <OK>.1. In Idle mode,

Step outside the phone19View messagesWhen a notification appears:Press <View>. The message displays.From the Inbox:1. In Idle mode, press <Me

20Enter textABC, T9, Number, and Symbol modesYou can enter text for some features such as Messages, Phonebook, or Organizer, using AB mode, T9 mode, N

Enter text 21Other ABC mode operations• To enter the same letter twice or to enter a different letter on the same key, wait for the cursor to move

Enter text22Other T9 mode operations• Press [1] to enter periods or apostrophes automatically.• Press [ ] to insert a space.• Press [ ] to change case

23Using Symbol modeSymbol mode enables you to insert symbols.Call functionsAdvanced calling featuresMaking a call1. In Idle mode, enter the area code

Call functions242. Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, then press [ ].Redialing recent numbers1. In Idle mode, press [ ] to display t

Call functions 25Answering a callWhen you receive a call, the phone rings and displays the incoming call image. Press <Accept> or [ ] to answ

Call functions26Options during a callYou can access a number of functions during a call.Adjusting the volume during a callUse [Volume] to adjust the e

Call functions 27•Send DTMF: send the DTMF (Dual tone multi-frequency) tones as a group. The DTMF tones are the tones used in phones for tone diali

Important safety precautions1Be aware of special regulationsMeet any special regulations in force in any area and always switch off your phone wheneve

28Menu functionsAll menu options listedPhonebookYou can store phone numbers on your SIM card and in your phone’s memory. The SIM card and phone’s memo

Menu functions Phonebook29Delete caller ID: remove the caller ID image set for the entry.•Edit: change the number or name of the entry.•Copy: copy

Menu functions303. Enter a name and press <OK>.4. Enter a number and press <Save>.5. Change the location number, if you want, and press &l

Menu functions Phonebook31Assigning speed dial numbers1. Select a key location from 2 to 9. Key 1 is reserved for your voice mail server; It may va

Menu functions32Memory statusUse this menu to check the number of the contacts you have stored in the phone’s memory and on the SIM card.SDNUse this m

Menu functions Call records(Menu 2)33Missed calls (Menu 2.1)This menu displays the most recent calls you did not answer. While viewing call details

Menu functions34•Reset timers: reset the call timers. You need to enter the phone password.Call costs (Menu 2.6)This network feature displays the cost

Menu functions Network services(Menu 3)35•Divert always: divert all calls.•Busy: divert calls when you are on another call.•No reply: divert calls

Menu functions36•Change barring password: change the call barring password obtained from your service provider.2. Select the type of calls to be barre

Menu functions Sound settings (Menu 4)37Closed user group (Menu 3.6)Use this menu to set incoming and outgoing calls to be restricted to a selected

2About this GuideThis User’s Guide provides you with condensed information about how to use your phone. To quickly learn the basics for your phone, pl

Menu functions38Alert type (Menu 4.3)Use this menu to specify how you are to be informed of incoming calls.•Melody: the phone plays the selected ringt

Menu functions Messages(Menu 5)39Power on/off(Menu 4.7)Use this menu to select the melody that the phone sounds when it is switched on or off.Alert

Menu functions40Create (Menu 5.1.1)You can create and send a text message.1. Enter your message. 2. Press <Options> to access the following opti

Menu functions Messages(Menu 5)41•Send: forward the message to other people.•Text reply: reply to the sender. •Call back: call the sender.•Cut addr

Menu functions42Using template optionsFrom the template list, press <Options> to access the following options:•Edit: edit the selected template.

Menu functions Messages(Menu 5)43Service center: store or changes the number of your SMS server.Default destination: enter a default destination nu

Menu functions442. Press <Options> and add message contents using one of the following options:•Add text: add message text.•Add photo: add a pho

Menu functions Messages(Menu 5)459. To enter additional numbers or addresses to other destination types, press < > and repeat from step 5.10.

Menu functions46•Save sound: save a sound from the message into the Sounds folder.•Properties: access the message properties.Outbox (Menu 5.2.3)This f

Menu functions Messages(Menu 5)47Settings (Menu 5.2.6)You can customize the settings for sending and receiving MMS messages.•Delivery report: set t

Special features of your phone3• Multimedia Message Service (MMS)Send and receive MMS messages with a combination of text, images, and audio.•Phoneboo

Menu functions48•Security: select a security mode for data transmission.•IP address: enter the IP address of the proxy server.•User name: enter the us

Menu functions Funbox (Menu 6)49•Voice server number: change the voicemail server number.Broadcast messages(Menu 5.6)Your phone receives broadcast

Menu functions50WAP browser (Menu 6.1)The Wireless Application Protocol (WAP) browser on your phone allows you to access the wireless web. From the wi

Menu functions Funbox (Menu 6)51•Clear cache: delete information stored in the cache. A cache is a temporary memory that stores recently accessed w

Menu functions52•Homepage URL: enter the URL address of the page to be used as your homepage.•Security: select a security mode.•Bearer: select a netwo

Menu functions Funbox (Menu 6)53Changing DNS settingsYou may need to change the DNS setting of the Java server at your service provider’s instructi

Menu functions54Memory status (Menu 6.6)Use this menu to check the amount of memory currently in use in each media folder.Organizer (Menu 7)The Organi

Menu functions Organizer (Menu 7)55• To deactivate all alarms, select Remove alarm from the Alarm menu.Setting alarms to sound when the phone is of

Menu functions564. Enter the time for the alarm and press [].You can select an alarm melody by pressing <Melody>.5. Select AM or PM in 12-hour t

Menu functions Organizer (Menu 7)57•Time format: select a time format.•Date format: select a date format.Calculator (Menu 7.4) Use this menu to per

4ContentsUnpack 6Make sure you have each itemYour phone 6Buttons, features, and locationsGet started 7First steps to operating your phoneInstall an

Menu functions58Using task optionsWhile viewing a task, press <Options> to access the following options:•New: add a new task.•Mark: change the s

Menu functions Camera (Menu 8)59Voice list (Menu 7.6.2)Use this menu to access voice memos you have recorded.From the memo list, press <Options&

Menu functions60Take photos(Menu 8.1)Use this menu to take a photo. The camera produces JPEG photos.Taking a photo1. Access the Take photos menu or pr

Menu functions Camera (Menu 8)61•Mode: take a photo in the following modes:Normal shot: take a photo in Normal mode.Multi shot: take a series of ac

Menu functions62Using photo optionsAfter saving a photo, press <Options> to access the following options:•Send: send the photo via MMS.•Rename:

Menu functions Phone settings(Menu 9)63Using photos optionsWhile viewing a photo, press <Options> to access the following options:•Send: send

Menu functions64Back light (Menu 9.1.2) You can select the length of time the backlight or display stays on.•Back light On: select the length of time

Menu functions Phone settings(Menu 9)65Language (Menu 9.4)Use this menu to select a language for the display text. If you select Automatic, the pho

Menu functions66Change password (Menu 9.5.4)Use this menu to change your phone password. Privacy (Menu 9.5.5)Use this menu to lock your media contents

Menu functions Phone settings(Menu 9)67•Anykey answer: answer an incoming call by pressing any key, except [ ] and <Reject>. Side key (Menu 9

5Overview of menu functionsTo access Menu mode, press <Menu> in Idle mode.1 SIM AT1p. 322 Call recordsp. 321 Missed calls2 Received calls3

68Solve problemsHelp and personal needsTo save the time and expense of an unnecessary service call, perform the simple checks in this section before c

Solve problems69• You are trying to access an option for which you have no subscription with your service provider. Contact the service provider for f

70No number is dialed when you re-call a Phonebook entry•Use the Search menu to ensure the number has been stored correctly.• Re-store the number, if

Health and safety information71The exposure standard for wireless phones employs a unit of measurement known as Specific Absorption Rate (SAR). The SA

Health and safety information72For body operationFor body worn operation, this model phone has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines wh

Health and safety information73• Battery charging time depends on the remaining battery charge and the type of battery and charger used. The battery c

Health and safety information74• Dispose of used batteries in accordance with local regulations. Always recycle. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire

Health and safety information756. Dial sensibly and assess the traffic; if possible, place calls when you are not moving or before pulling into traffi

Health and safety information76Operating environmentRemember to follow any special regulations in force in any area and always switch off your phone w

Health and safety information77Persons with pacemakers:• Should always keep the phone more than 15 cm (6 inches) from their pacemaker when the phone i

6UnpackMake sure you have each itemYou can obtain various accessories from your local Samsung dealer.PhoneTravel adapterBatteryUser’s GuideThe items s

Health and safety information78Posted facilitiesSwitch off your phone in any facility where posted notices require you to do so. Potentially explosive

Health and safety information79Remember, to make or receive any calls the phone must be switched on and in a service area with adequate signal strengt

Health and safety information80This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of

Health and safety information81CautionsChanges or modifications made in the radio phone, not expressly approved by Samsung, will void the user’s autho

Health and safety information82• Failure to observe these instructions may lead to the suspension or denial of telephone services to the offender, or

Health and safety information83• Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the phone. Wipe it with a soft cloth sli

Health and safety information84FCC compliance informationThis device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two con

Health and safety information85Appendix A: CERTIFICATION INFORMATION (SAR)THIS MODEL PHONE MEETS THE GOVERNMENT’S REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO W

Health and safety information86performed in positions and locations(e.g., at the ear and worn on the body) as required by the FCC for each model.The h

Health and safety information87VALUE DELIVERED BY THE WIRELESS TELEPHONE. QUITE SIMPLY, THE WIRELESS PHONE GIVES PEOPLE THE POWERFUL ABILITY TO COMMUN

7Get startedFirst steps to operating your phoneSIM card informationWhen you subscribe to a cellular network, you receive a plug-in SIM (Subscriber Ide

Health and safety information88Wireless phone “safety tips”Below are safety tips to follow while driving and using a wireless phone which should be ea

Health and safety information895. Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while driving. If you are reading an address book or business card, or wr

Health and safety information909. Use your wireless phone to help others in emergencies. Your wireless phone provides you a perfect opportunity to be

Health and safety information91Appendix C: Consumer update on wireless phonesU.S. Food and Drug Administration1. What kinds of phones are the subject

Health and safety information92biological effects. Some studies have suggested that some biological effects may occur, but such findings have not been

Health and safety information93• National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health• Environmental Protection Agency Federal Communications Commiss

Health and safety information94FDA has been a leading participant in the World Health Organization International Electromagnetic Fields (EMF) Project

Health and safety information Phone 95the RF, since the exposure level drops off dramatically with distance. For example, you could use a headset a

Health and safety information96risks. Hands-free kits can be used with wireless phones for convenience and comfort. These systems reduce the absorptio

Health and safety information97detailed test method to measure electromagnetic interference (EMI) of implanted cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators f