Samsung SGH-i908 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.
World Wide Web
http://www.samsungmobile.com
Printed in Korea
Code No.:GH68-19079A
English (HK). 09/2008. Rev. 1.0
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SGH-i908
user manual
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using this
manual
This user manual has been specially designed
to guide you through the functions and features
of your device.
For any topics not covered in this manual,
please refer to the Help embedded in the
Windows Mobile®6 Professional operating
system.
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
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Copyrights and trademarks
Rights to all technologies and products that
comprise this device are the property of their
respective owners:
X Refer to —pages with related
information; for example:
Xp. 12 (represents "see page
12")
→
Followed by —the order of
options or menus you must
select to perform a step; for
example: Tap Start →
Programs →Camera
(represents Start, followed by
Programs, followed by Camera)
[ ]
Square brackets —device keys;
for example: [ ] (represents the
Power key)
•This product includes
software licensed from
MS, an affiliate of the
Microsoft Corporation.
Microsoft and software bearing the
Microsoft name are registered trademarks
of the Microsoft Corporation. Before
using this product, refer to the
MICROSOFT SOFTWARE LICENSE
TERMS FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 6
SOFTWARE Agreement at the back of
this manual for information about rights
and restrictions.
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ABOUT DIVX VIDEO
DivX®is a digital video format created by
DivX, Inc. This is an official DivX Certified
device that plays DivX video. Plays DivX®
video up to 320x240. May play DivX®video
up to 400x240.
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND
This DivX®Certified device must be
registered with DivX in order to play DivX
Video-on-Demand (VOD) content. First
generate the DivX VOD registration code for
your device and submit it during the
registration process. [Important: DivX VOD
content is protected by a DivX DRM (Digital
Rights Management) system that restricts
playback to registered DivX Certified
devices. If you try to play DivX VOD content
not authorised for your device, the message
"Authorization Error" will be displayed and
your content will not play.] Learn more at
www.divx.com/vod.
• Java™ is a trademark of
Sun Microsystems, Inc.
•Bluetooth
®is a registered trademark of
the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
worldwide—Bluetooth QD ID: B014133.
•DivX
®is a registered
trademark of DivX, Inc.,
and is used under licence.
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contents
safety and usage information 1
Safety warnings .....................................1
Safety precautions .................................4
Important usage information ..................6
introducing your device 9
Unpack ..................................................9
Device layout .......................................10
assembling and preparing your device 15
Insert the SIM card and battery ............15
Charge the battery ...............................16
Insert a memory card (optional) ............17
basic functions 18
Turn the device on and off ...................18
Adjust the system and call volumes ......19
Use widgets .........................................20
Enter text .............................................21
Work with applications .........................24
Customise your device .........................25
Search your device ..............................26
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communication 27
Calls .....................................................27
Messaging ...........................................29
media 32
Camera ................................................32
Media Album ........................................34
Photo Slides ........................................36
Touch Player ........................................37
Video Editor .........................................39
Streaming Player ..................................42
FM Radio .............................................42
personal productivity 44
Contacts ..............................................44
Calendar ..............................................46
Office Mobile ........................................47
Notes ...................................................48
Tasks ...................................................49
Clock ...................................................50
web 52
Windows Live .......................................52
Messenger ...........................................52
connectivity 54
Use the Bluetooth wireless feature .......54
Connect via USB .................................57
Synchronise your device ......................58
additional programs 61
Games .................................................61
Java .....................................................61
Calculator ............................................62
Smart Converter ..................................62
Task Manager ......................................63
File Explorer .........................................63
TV Out Viewer ......................................63
Digital Frame ........................................64
troubleshooting a
MICROSOFT SOFTWARE LICENSE
TERMS FOR WINDOWS MOBILE
6 SOFTWARE Agreement e
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safety and
usage
information
Comply with the following precautions to avoid
dangerous or illegal situations and ensure peak
performance of your device.
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
Safety warnings
Listening to a headset at high
volumes can damage your
hearing. Use only the minimum
volume setting necessary to hear
your conversation or music.
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safety and usage information
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 device in a
fire. Follow all local regulations when
disposing of used batteries or device.
• Never place batteries or devices 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 device, turn off the device
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immediately and contact the manufacturer
of the pacemaker or medical device for
guidance.
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
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.
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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 airline personnel.
Safety precautions
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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.
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 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 a complex electronic
device—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.
• 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.
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safety and usage information
Avoid interference with other
electronic devices
Your device emits radio frequency (RF)
signals that may interfere with unshielded or
improperly shielded electronic equipment,
such as pacemakers, hearing aids, medical
devices, and other electronic devices in
homes or vehicles. Consult the
manufacturers of your electronic devices to
solve any interference problems you
experience.
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.
Important usage
information
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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
devices.
• 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.
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 areas, plan an alternate
method of contacting emergency services
personnel.
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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.
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introducing your
device
In this section, learn about your device’s parts,
accessories, keys, and icons.
Unpack
Your package contains the following items:
•Handset
• Battery
• Travel adapter (charger)
•CD-ROM
1
• Stereo headset
•PCdatacable
1. The CD-ROM contains Microsoft ActiveSync software,
add-on software, and other applications.
• 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 manufacturers warranty.
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Device layout
Front view Rear view
Multifunction
jack
Talk/
Speakerphone
key
Mouthpiece
Touch screen
Trackp ad
Light sensor
Front camera
lens for video
calls
Earpiece
End/Device
lock key
Flashbulb
Battery cover
Rear camera
lens
Volume key
Power key/
LED indicator
Launcher/
Task Switcher
key
Photo Slides
/Camera key
Reset button
Internal
antenna
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Keys
Key Function
Turn the device on or off (press
and hold); Activate or deactivate
Sleep mode; Indicate the
charging status and device
status by the LED colour
Open the dialling screen; Make
or answer a call; Activate the
speakerphone during a call
(press and hold)
Drag your finger across the
trackpad to move the cursor;
Press to confirm your selection
or execute the selected
application
End a call; Return to the Today
screen; Lock or unlock the
external keys and the touch
screen (press and hold)
Open the Launcher; Open the
Task Switcher (press and hold)
Adjust volume; During a call,
adjust voice volume; During an
incoming call, mute the call ringer
Open the Photo Slides; Turn on
the camera (press and hold); In
Camera mode, take a photo or
record a video
Key Function
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Icons
Icon Definition
UMTS network available
UMTS connected
HSDPA network available
HSDPA connected
ActiveSync in progress
Battery level
Low battery
Battery charging
No battery
Attempt to access via Bluetooth
Receiving data via Bluetooth
Bluetooth stereo headset
connected
Call on hold
Calls are forwarded
Connected to a computer
Data call in progress
EDGE available
EDGE connected
GPRS available
GPRS connected
Searching for a signal
Missed call
Icon Definition
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More status icons are available
(tap the icon to see them)
New text message
New email message
New multimedia message
New voice mail message
No signal
No SIM
Pending alarm
Radio connected
Radio off
Ringer on
Icon Definition
Ringer off
Ringer set to vibrate
Roaming
Signal strength
Sync error
Urgent notification (tap the icon
to see the message)
Voice call in progress
Wi-Fi activated
Wi-Fi data call in progress
Icon Definition
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