Samsung SGH-J708G User Manual

* 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

7Removing the battery coverPower on or offImproperly connecting the adapter can cause serious damage to the phone. Any damages by misuse are not cover

Get started8Phone layoutFront view* For 3.5 mm headsetRear view* For S20 pin headsetWeb access/Confirm keyEarpieceDial keyLeft soft keyVolume keysAlph

9Keys and iconsKeysPerform the function indicated on the bottom line of the display.In Idle mode, access the following menus directly:• Up: My menu mo

Get started10IconsThe following icons may appear on the screen to indicate your phone’s status. Depending on your country or service provider, the ico

11Memory card insertedAlarm activatedCall diverting activatedIn Home Zone service areaIn Office Zone service areaBluetooth activatedBluetooth hands-fr

Get started12Access menu functions Enter textSelect an option1. Press a desired soft key.2. Press the Navigation keys to move to the next or previous

134. Press [1]. Numbers are added to each character.5. Press the number key corresponding to the character.Stroke modeTo e nte r a word:1. Press the

Get started14T9 modeTo e nte r a word:1. Press [2] to [9] to start entering a word.2. Enter the whole word before editing or deleting characters.3. W

15Customise your phone1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Settings → Phone settings → Language → Display.2. Select a language.To change the profile

Get started161. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Settings → Display settings → Home screen → Wallpaper.2. Select an image category.3. Select an imag

SGH-J708User’s Guide

17Use an optional memory card• Frequent erasing and writing will shorten a card’s lifespan.• Do not remove a card from the phone or turn off the phone

18Step outside the phoneBegin with call functions, camera, music player, web browser and other special featuresMake or answer calls4. Close the card c

19During a call, press the Centen key → <Yes> to activate the speaker.To switch back to the earpiece, press the Centen key again.1. During a cal

Step outside the phone20Use the camera1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Camera to turn on the camera.2. Aim the lens at the subject and make any a

21Play music1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → My files → Videos → My video clips.2. Select the video you want.Use these methods:• Download from th

Step outside the phone221. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Applications → Music player.2. Press <Options> → Add music from → a memory type.3

23Listen to the FM radio• Use either a 3.5 mm headset or S20 pin headset for listening to the radio. However, the sound quality may be different.• W

Step outside the phone24Browse the webBy automatic tuning:1. Plug the supplied headset into the phone’s multifunction jack.2. In Idle mode, press <

25Use PhonebookSend messages1. In Idle mode, enter a phone number and press <Options>.2. Select Save → a memory location (phone or SIM) → New.3.

Step outside the phone263. Press <Options> and select Send only or Save and send.4. Enter destination numbers.5. Press Centen key to send the me

Important safetyprecautionsDrive safely at all timesDo not use a hand-held phone while driving. Park your vehicle first. Switch off the phone when ref

27View messages3. Enter the message subject and press the Centen key.4. Select Message.5. Enter the email text and press the Centen key.6. Select File

Step outside the phone28Use BluetoothYour phone is equipped with Bluetooth technology, enabling you to connect the phone wirelessly to other Bluetooth

291. Select the file or item from one of your phone’s applications that you want to send.2. Press <Options> → Send via → Bluetooth.When sending

30Menu functionsAll menu options listedThis section provides brief explanations of menu functions on your phone.Call logMenu DescriptionRecent contact

31PhonebookMenu DescriptionContact list Search for contact information stored in Phonebook.FDN contacts Create a list of contacts to be used in FDN (F

Menu functions32Applications BrowserMenu DescriptionMusic player Listen to music. You can also make your own music playlists.Voice recorder Record voi

331. All rights and responsibilities for the Java-based games embedded in your phone and media contents provided by Samsung Fun Club, such as images,

Menu functions34My filesSOS messages Specify options for sending and receiving an SOS message. You can send an SOS message by pressing [Volume] 4 time

35PlannerCameraUse the camera embedded in your phone to take photos and record videos.Menu DescriptionAlarms Set a wake-up call to wake you up in the

Menu functions36SettingsMenu DescriptionPhone settings → Phone profilesChange the sound settings of the phone for different events or situations.Phone

1Be aware of special regulationsMeet any special regulations in force in any area and always switch off your phone whenever it is forbidden to use it,

37Phone settings → PC connectionsSelect a USB mode that will be used when you connect your phone to a PC via USB interface.Phone settings → On-time al

Menu functions38Display settings → Greeting messageEnter the greeting that is displayed briefly when the phone is switched on.Display settings → Menu

39Calendar settings → Default view bySelect the default calendar view mode.Browser settingsClear the cache. Select a connection profile to be used for

Menu functions40Security settings → PIN lockActivate your PIN to protect your SIM card against unauthorised use.Security settings → Privacy lockLock a

41Health and safety informationSAR certification informationThis phone meets European Union (EU) requirements concerning exposure to radio waves.Your

Health and safety information42Precautions when using batteries• Never use a charger or battery that is damaged in any way.• Use the battery only for

43Road safetyYour wireless phone gives you the powerful ability to communicate by voice, almost anywhere, anytime. But an important responsibility acc

Health and safety information44Hearing aidsSome digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you m

45Emergency callsThis phone, like any wireless phone, operates using radio signals, wireless, and landline networks as well as user-programmed functio

Health and safety information46• Failure to observe these instructions may lead to the suspension or denial of telephone services to the offender, or

2About this GuideThis User’s Guide provides you with condensed information about how to use your phone. In this guide, the following instruction icons

47• When the phone or battery gets wet, the label indicating water damage inside the phone changes colour. In this case, phone repairs are no longer g

3•FM radioListen to your favourite radio stations anytime, anywhere.• Image editorEdit or decorate your photos.•BluetoothTransfer media files and pers

4ContentsUnpack 6Make sure you have each itemGet started 6First steps to operating your phoneAssemble and charge the phone ... 6

51 Call log2 Phonebook1 Contact list2 FDN contacts3 Create contact4 Group5 Speed dial6 My namecard7 Own number8 Management9 Service number1

6UnpackMake sure you have each item• Phone•Travel adapter•Battery•User’s GuideYou can obtain various accessories from your local Samsung dealer.Get st