Samsung SGH-I718 User Manual

Please read this guide before operating your phone, and keep it for future reference.Pocket PC Phone SGH-i718 SeriesUser’s Guide

9Getting startedUsing a stylus penYour phone’s main screen is a touch screen, which lets you just touch on the screen to select items or command the p

998MultimediaCameraWith the built-in camera of your phone, you can take photos or record videos of people or events while on the move. Your phone prod

Multimedia100Setting camera optionsYou can customise the camera settings.On the Camera preview screen, tap Menu and press the Up or Down navigation ke

101Multimedia2. Adjust the image to be recorded.• Press the Left or Right navigation key to zoom in or out. The zoom level may vary depending on the i

Multimedia102•Timer: allows you to set a time delay before the camera records a video.•Effect: allows you to apply a special effect.•Options ( ): allo

103MultimediaFile name prefix: allows you to change the default prefix of video names.•Sound tab: allows you to select sounds for the shutter release,

Multimedia104number of times. Files that have licences associated with them are called protected files.Copying media files using ActiveSync1. Connect

105Multimedia7. Select the saving location from the right pane of the Windows Media Player window.8. Click to select the quality level you want and

Multimedia106Playing music or video filesIf you have copied media files in your phone’s memory or memory card, you can play them from Windows Media Pl

107MultimediaPlaying media files on a network1. On the Library screen, tap Menu → Open URL...2. Enter a URL in the URL field, or scroll to a URL that

Multimedia108Editing the playlist• To change the play order, tap or . You can also tap Menu → Move Up or Move Down.• To go to the library, tap . Y

Getting started10Installing the SIM cardWhen you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card loaded with your subscripti

109MultimediaMini playerThe Mini player allows you to listen to music and control the player while you work.To open the Mini player:From the Start men

Multimedia110Viewing a picture1. Open the My Pictures folder from the category field.2. Select the thumbnail image of the picture you want.3. Press th

111Multimedia• To pause the slide show, tap on the screen and then . • To stop the slide show and return to the previous screen, tap on the screen an

Multimedia112• To send via MMS, tap Menu → Send → as Message → MMS (SMS/MMS). For details, see page 78.• To send via e-mail, tap Menu → Send → as Mess

1139Extra programsGamesYour phone includes fun games, such as Bubble Breaker and Solitaire in Games. You can also download and play new Java games.Not

Extra programs1142. Move any aces on the seven stacks to the four card spaces on the right of the screen and then make any other available plays.3. Wh

115Extra programsYou can use the following buttons on the screen:•C: Clears the number you entered.•MC: Clears any value that is stored in the calcula

Extra programs116• Place the name card on level, evenly lit place and photograph it.Taking a name card photoYou can take a name card photo and save it

117Extra programs2. Select the option you want.• Language: Selects a language in which BCR recognises name cards.• File name prefix: Sets the default

Extra programs1182. Select a cell. If the cell is not visible, tap Menu → Edit → Go To... Enter the reference (example:A4) and tap OK.3. Enter the val

11Getting startedInstalling the batteryYour phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery. Use only approved batteries and travel adapters. Ask yo

119Extra programs• Show or hide rows and columns. To hide a row or column, select a cell in the row or column you want to hide. Then tap Menu → Format

Extra programs120Using a Word documentWord Mobile contains a list of the word document files stored on your phone. Tap a file on the list to open it.

121Extra programsViewing a slide show1. From the Start menu, tap Programs → PowerPoint Mobile.2. Select a file folder and select the file you want to

Extra programs122• Use timings, if present: Sets to use the timings recorded with each slide in a presentation.• Loop Continuously: Sets to advance to

123Extra programsSIM ManagerThe SIM Manager application enables you to create or view the contacts stored on the SIM card.Using SIM contactsYou can ac

Extra programs124GPSYou can set a serial port to be used for receiving GPS data when a GPS device is connected to your phone.From the Start menu, tap

12510Getting connectedYou can use your phone to exchange information with other mobile devices as well as your computer, a network, or the Internet. Y

Getting connected126Searching for and pairing with a Bluetooth device1. From the Start menu, tap Settings → Connections tab → Bluetooth.2. In the Devi

127Getting connected2. On the Bluetooth screen, tap the BPP tab.3. Tap and hold the Bluetooth printer you want and select Default Printer.Using device

Getting connected128Sending data with Bluetooth1. Locate the item you want to send, such as an appointment in Calendar, a task in Tasks, a contact in

Getting started12Charging your phone While charging your phone, the Charging icon ( ) displays on the status bar of the screen.Using the travel adapte

129Getting connectedNotes:• When Internet Sharing is activated, you cannot use ActiveSync.• When Windows Service Pack 2 is used, Internet access using

Getting connected130Connecting to work1. Obtain the following information from your network administrator: server phone number, user name, and passwor

13111TroubleshootingGeneral problemsProblemDescription & SolutionThe phone does not turn onThe battery is completely discharged. Recharge it fully

Troubleshooting132White lines appear on the displayThis may happen if you turn on the phone after a long period of disuse, or after removing the batte

133TroubleshootingCall problemsI forgot the password, PIN, reset password, or PUK codesIf you forget or lose the phone password, contact your phone de

Troubleshooting134Power and charging problemsMy correspondent cannot hear me speakingBe sure that you have switched on the microphone.Make sure that t

135TroubleshootingIs it OK if I leave the phone connected to the power outlet after it is fully chargedWe recommend that you disconnect the phone from

Troubleshooting136Program problemsProblem Description & SolutionInternet ExplorerThe phone is unable to connect to the InternetCheck if you have s

137TroubleshootingI cannot find my friend’s Bluetooth-enabled deviceBe sure that both have activated Bluetooth. Be sure that the distance between the

Troubleshooting138If the above guidelines do not help you to solve the problem, take note of:• the model and serial numbers of your phone•your warrant

13Getting startedWhen you turn on the phone’s power for the first time or after you perform a hard reset, you are guided through the alignment process

13912Health and safety informationSAR certification informationThis phone meets European Union (EU) requirements concerning exposure to radio waves.Yo

Health and safety information140Precautions when using batteries• Never use a charger or battery that is damaged in any way.• Use the battery only for

141Health and safety informationbag where the battery may contact metal objects. Short-circuiting the terminals may damage the battery or the object c

Health and safety information142PacemakersPacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum distance of 15 cm (6 inches) be maintained between a wirele

143Health and safety informationmanufacturer or its representative regarding your vehicle.You should also consult the manufacturer of any equipment th

Health and safety information144Emergency calls may not be possible on all wireless phone networks or when certain network services and/or phone featu

145Health and safety information• Switch off your phone before boarding an aircraft. The use of wireless phones in aircraft may be dangerous to the op

Health and safety information146• Do not paint the phone. Paint can clog the device’s moving parts and prevent proper operation.• Do not put the phone

147Health and safety informationBUT NOT LIMITED TO USE ON THE DEVICE, WILL CONSTITUTE YOUR AGREEMENT TO THIS EULA (OR RATIFICATION OF ANY PREVIOUS CON

Health and safety information148Use" section of the online EULA you may install one (1) copy of Microsoft Outlook on one (1) personal computer to

Getting started14Adjusting the power settingsYou can conserve battery power by adjusting the Power settings. During standby, the phone goes to Sleep m

149Health and safety informationGENERATED BY AND OBTAINED WITHOUT CHARGE FROM A CONSUMER NOT THEREBY ENGAGED IN A BUSINESS ENTERPRISE, AND (ii) FOR PE

Health and safety information150EULA and, if applicable, the Certificate(s) of Authenticity), and the recipient agrees to the terms of this EULA. If

151Health and safety informationservices related to the SOFTWARE. MS, Microsoft Corporation, their affiliates and/or their designated agent may use t

Health and safety information152• If Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. provides or makes available to you Supplemental Components and no other EULA terms

153Health and safety informationUPGRADES AND RECOVERY MEDIA.•DEVICE Software. If the DEVICE Software is provided by Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. sep

Health and safety information154to use such content. All rights not specifically granted under this EULA are reserved by MS and its suppliers (includ

155Health and safety informationNO LIABILITY FOR CERTAIN DAMAGES. EXCEPT AS PROHIBITED BY LAW, MS, MICROSOFT CORPORATION AND THEIR AFFILIATES SHALL HA

World wide Webhttp://www.samsungmobile.comEnglish. 07/2007. Rev. 1.2* Depending on the software installed or your service provider or country, some of

15Getting started3. Select the backlight settings:In the Battery Power tab, set whether or not the phone turns off the backlight automatically, if the

162The basicsThis chapter explains basic information about using your phone, such as customising your phone and using online help.Using the Today scre

17The basicsAppears when EDGE network is available. When an EDGE connection is active, appears.Appears when you’re roaming outside of your home area

The basics18Accessing information from the Today screenFrom the Today screen, you can view:• the current time and date• the status of the network conn

1ContentsImportant safety precautions . . . . . . . . . 4CHAPTER 1: Getting startedWhat’s in the box? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Getting t

19The basicsCustomising the Today screenYou can customise the Today screen according to your preferences.Changing the background image1. From the Star

The basics20Setting up photo contactsYou can display caller ID images for contacts to make calls or send messages directly from the Today screen.To se

21The basicsCustomising your phoneYou can customise the phone settings to suit the way you work.Regional settingsYou can change region, number, curren

The basics224. Tap the down arrow in the date field to display a calendar.5. Tap a day on the calendar to select the current date.You can tap the left

23The basicsError reporting settingYour phone has the Error Reporting function which informs you of errors in a program that can give a crash to the p

The basics24Manual phone lock settingWhen your phone is locked, you cannot tap the screen and press any key, except for .To lock the phone, tap Device

25The basicsScreen realignmentWhen you turn on your phone’s power for the first time, you are guided through the alignment process. Realign your scree

The basics26Using the Application LauncherYour phone provides you with Application launcher, which allows you to access shortcuts to your favourite pr

27The basicsDeleting your favourite items1. From the Favourites folder, move to the item you want.2. Tap Menu → Delete or Delete all.3. Tap OK to conf

The basics28Removing the memory cardTo remove the card, push it in and release so that it is disengaged from the slot. Then slide the card out.Guideli

Contents2CHAPTER 5: Call functionsEntering your PIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52Checking you are connected . . . . . . . . . .52Turning the p

29The basicsAdding and removing programsPrograms added to your phone at the factory are stored in ROM (Read Only Memory). You cannot remove this softw

The basics30You may see a single *.xip, *.exe, or *.zip file, a Setup.exe file, or several versions of files for different device types and processors

31The basics2. In the Version tab, make a note of the information in the Processor field.3. Download the program to your phone straight from the Inter

The basics32Removing programs1. From the Start menu, tap Settings → System tab → Remove Programs.2. Select the program you want to delete, and then ta

33The basicsTo perform a soft reset:Press the RESET key inside the hole on the right of the phone with your stylus pen.Performing a hard resetYou can

The basics34In the Storage Card tab, you can view the amount of available memory on the memory card when you insert it to the phone.In the Running Pro

35The basicsUsing online helpYour phone is supported by additional information available online, or on the CD-ROM that came with your phone.For inform

363Entering informationYou have several options for entering new information:• Use the input panel to enter text, either by using the onscreen keyboar

37Entering informationNote: To change word suggestion options, such as the number of words suggested at one time, tap the up arrow next to the Input P

Entering information38Note: Using Unicode characters reduces the maximum number of characters which can be entered to approximately half in length, an

3ContentsCHAPTER 10: Getting connectedBeaming with Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . .125Internet Sharing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128Connectin

39Entering informationWrite a number or symbol between the hatch marks labelled 123.For details about writing characters, tap .Note: Dragging the styl

Entering information40Notes: • Dragging the stylus pen rightward makes a space and dragging it upward changes a case (abc, Abc, or ABC).• When you tap

41Entering informationWhat you write on the screen will be converted to text. Editing textEach input program provides cursor keys to move through text

Entering information42Writing on the screen1. Tap Menu → Draw to switch to the Writing mode. This displays lines on the screen to help you write.2. Wr

43Entering information• Hyphenated words, foreign words that use special characters such as accents, and some punctuation cannot be converted.• If you

Entering information442. Subsequent strokes in or touching the drawing box become part of the drawing. Drawings that do not cross three ruled lines wi

45Entering informationRecording a messageIn any program where you can write or draw on the screen, you can also quickly capture thoughts, reminders, a

464Synchronising informationUsing Microsoft® ActiveSync®, you can synchronise the information on your computer with the information on your phone. Syn

47Synchronising informationInstalling ActiveSyncBefore beginning synchronisation, you must install ActiveSync on your desktop computer using the suppl

Synchronising information48Connecting with the PC data cableConnect one end of the PC data cable to the left side of your phone and the other end into

4Important safety precautionsRead these guidelines before using your wireless phone. Failure to comply with them may be dangerous or illegal. Drive sa

49Synchronising informationSynchronising informationTo begin synchronisation, connect your phone to your computer. For more information on connecting

Synchronising information505. Select data types to be synchronised.6. Tap .Note: For more information on the conditions that must be met on the comput

51Synchronising informationWhen you do not want to synchronise with an Exchange Server, you can delete a server connection profile on your phone.1. In

525Call functionsAs well as all the standard features of a mobile phone, such as mailbox and call history, there are several dialling features unique

53Call functionsTurning the phone functions off or onAs indicated previously, your phone will turn on when you install the battery and insert a SIM ca

Call functions542. In the Digit Text tab, select the option you want.3. Tap .Using the keypad vibration featureYou can use the enhanced keypad vibrati

55Call functionsAdvanced calling featuresYou can make a call from Contacts, Speed Dial, and Call History.Making a call from ContactsYou can make a cal

Call functions563. Tap the call type icon on the left of the number you want to call, or scroll to the the number and then tap Call or press .Note: Wh

57Call functionsAnswering or rejecting a callWhen someone calls you, the phone alerts you by ringing or vibrating, depending on the ringer type you ha

Call functions58Making a second callYou can make another call during a call.1. Tap Hold to put the first call on hold.2. Tap Keypad and make the secon

5Sensible useUse only in the normal position (held to your ear). Avoid unnecessary contact with the antenna when the phone is switched on.Emergency ca

59Call functions2. Create your note and then tap . You can finish your note during or after the call.After you have saved the note, it will be saved

Call functions60•Conference: Makes a conference call when you have an active call and a call on hold. You can have a conversation with up to 5 people

61Call functionsthose contacts between the programs used to make calls.Places where contacts can be entered into your phone and stored• Your SIM card:

Call functions62Setting up the Speed Dial listYou can assign frequently-used phone numbers in Contacts to the locations 2 through 99. The location 1 i

63Call functions• To send a text message, tap and hold the call and select Send SMS.• To delete an individual call record, tap and hold the call and s

Call functions642. In the Tone tab, select the option you want in each field.• Connection tone: allows you to set whether or not your phone sounds an

65Call functions2. Tap the Services tab, and then tap Caller ID → Get Settings... (retrieving settings may take a few minutes).3. Select one of the fo

Call functions664. Select a network you want and tap OK.You are connected to that network.5. Tap .Setting preferred networksYou can set up a list of y

67Call functions• International except to home country: When abroad, calls can be made only to numbers within the current country and to your home cou

Call functions68• Unavailable: If your phone is turned off or your phone is out of the network service area, all calls are forwarded.• Busy: When you

61Getting startedCongratulations on the purchase of your new Pocket PC Phone! This chapter helps you set up your phone, charge the phone’s batteries,

69Call functionsChecking your voicemailThe first speed dial location defaults as your voicemail server. Tap and hold 1 on the Dialling screen.Viewing

Call functions70Band selectionFor the phone to make and receive phone calls, it must be registered with one of the available networks. Your phone can

71Call functionsFixed Dialling Numbers (FDN) modeWhen this option is enabled, your phone restricts your outgoing calls to a limited set of phone numbe

Call functions72To enable or disable the Cell Broadcast message:1. From the Start menu, tap Settings → Personal tab → Phone.2. In the More tab, tap CB

736Message, Internet, and MessengerMessagingIn Messaging, you can create, send, receive, view, edit, and organise:• Text messages (SMS)• Multimedia me

Message, Internet, and Messenger74Connecting directly to an e-mail serverYou can send and receive e-mail messages by connecting to an e-mail server. Y

75Message, Internet, and Messenger3. Enter your e-mail address, and tap Next.4. When the auto configuration is complete, tap Next.5. Enter the user in

Message, Internet, and Messenger76You can add a picture or voice note as an attachment by tapping Menu → Insert → an item type.5. When you have finish

77Message, Internet, and Messenger•Replay All: sends a reply to the sender and all other recipients.•Forward: forwards the message to other people.•Mo

Message, Internet, and Messenger78Creating and sending an SMS message1. On the SMS/MMS screen, tap New → SMS.2. In the To field, enter the recipients’

7Getting startedGetting to know your phoneFront viewRear viewVolume keysLED indicatorTouch screenSend/SpeakerphonekeyConfirm keyEnd/Phone lock keyMicr

79Message, Internet, and Messenger6. Tap Menu to access the following options for composing a message:• Preview: shows the multimedia message you crea

Message, Internet, and Messenger80Viewing a message1. Open the message folder you want. 2. Select the message you want to view.Accessing message optio

81Message, Internet, and MessengerDelivery Time: You can select the time delay before messages are sent.Message Size: You can select the maximum messa

Message, Internet, and Messenger82•Compose tab: allows you to change message composing options:MMS Class: Select the type of message content you will

83Message, Internet, and Messenger• When connected to an ISP or network, you can also download files and programs from the Internet.To open Internet E

Message, Internet, and Messenger84Using the Favorites listYou can store your favourite links while using the Internet Browser and then access them eas

85Message, Internet, and MessengerChanging Explorer optionsYou can customise web browsing options, change the connection settings, and clear memory. O

Message, Internet, and Messenger86To open Pocket MSN:From the Start menu, tap Programs → Pocket MSN.Signing InTo use the MSN Messenger or Hotmail serv

87Message, Internet, and MessengerWorking with contactsThe MSN Messenger screen shows all of your messenger contacts at a glance, divided into Online

Message, Internet, and Messenger88During a chat:• To invite another contact to a multi user chat, tap Menu, select Invite..., and select the contact y

Getting started8Keys of your phoneKey Description• Press and hold to turn on or off your phone’s power.• Press to activate or deactivate Sleep mode.Pr

89Message, Internet, and MessengerAccessing the MSN Mobile HomepageOn the Pocket MSN screen, select MSN Mobile Home. You can access various mail, info

907OrganiserThis chapter explains how to use Personal Information Management (PIM) programs to keep track of contacts and appointments and make a list

91OrganiserCreating a contact on the SIM card1. On the contact list, tap Menu → New SIM Contact.The SIM Manager application displays. 2. Enter contact

Organiser92Note: When you enter the first few letters of the name you want to view, the names in Contacts are listed, highlighting the name that most

93Organiser1. On the contact list, tap and hold the contact you want to delete.2. Tap Delete Contact.3. Tap Yes to permanently delete the contact.Cale

Organiser94Viewing and editing an appointmentYou can view your appointments in the different views: Agenda, Day, Week, Month, or Year and edit the app

95OrganiserNote: If you are sending the meeting request through a connection to an ISP or the network, rather than through synchronisation with your c

Organiser96Viewing and editing a noteWhen you access the Notes application, the note list displays the first line of each note you create. This makes

97Organiser3. To set a reminder for the task, tap the Due field and set a due date. Then tap the Reminder field and select Remind me. You can set the

Organiser982. On the pop-up menu, tap Delete Task. The next time you synchronise, the task will be deleted from the computer.3. Tap Yes to permanently