Samsung SGH-P400 User manual

TRI BAND
GPRS TELEPHONE
SGH-P400
* Some of the contents of this manual may differ from your phone,
depending upon the software installed or your service provider.
Printed in Korea
Code No.: GH68-04164A
English. 09/2003. Rev. 1.2
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Contents
Important Safety Precautions ............................... 7
Unpacking............................................................. 9
Your Phone ......................................................... 10
Phone Layout.......................................................... 10
Display .................................................................. 13
Service Light .......................................................... 15
Camera.................................................................. 16
Getting Started ................................................... 17
Installing the SIM Card ............................................ 17
Charging the Battery ............................................... 19
Switching the Phone On or Off .................................. 21
Call Functions...................................................... 22
Making a Call.......................................................... 22
Adjusting the Volume............................................... 24
Answering a Call ..................................................... 25
Viewing Missed Calls................................................ 26
Quickly Switching to Silent Mode............................... 28
Selecting Functions and Options ......................... 29
Phonebook .......................................................... 31
Storing a Number with a Name ................................. 31
Using Phonebook Entry Options................................. 34
Searching for a Number in Phonebook........................ 35
Editing a Caller Group.............................................. 37
Speed-dialling......................................................... 38
Deleting All of the Phonebook Entries......................... 40
Checking the Memory Status .................................... 41
Using the Service Dialling Numbers ........................... 41
Entering Text ...................................................... 42
Changing the Text Input Mode .................................. 43
Using the T9 Mode .................................................. 44
Using the Alphabet Mode.......................................... 46
Using the Number Mode........................................... 47
Using the Symbol Mode............................................ 48

Contents
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Options During a Call........................................... 49
Putting a Call on Hold............................................... 49
Using the Menu Functions ......................................... 50
Switching the Microphone Off (Mute).......................... 51
Muting/Sending Key Tones........................................ 52
Sending DTMF Tones................................................ 52
Searching for a Number in Phonebook ........................ 53
Answering a Second Call........................................... 53
Making a Multi-party Call .......................................... 54
Using the Menus .................................................. 57
Accessing a Menu Function by Scrolling ...................... 57
Accessing a Menu Function by Using Its Shortcut ......... 58
List of Menu Functions.............................................. 58
Text Messages ..................................................... 64
Inbox
(Menu 1.1)
............................................................. 64
Outbox
(Menu 1.2)
.......................................................... 66
Write New
(Menu 1.3)
..................................................... 67
Templates
(Menu 1.4)
..................................................... 70
Settings
(Menu 1.5)
......................................................... 70
Delete All
(Menu 1.6)
....................................................... 72
Memory Status
(Menu 1.7)
.............................................. 72
Voice Mail
(Menu 1.8)
...................................................... 73
Broadcast
(Menu 1.9)
...................................................... 74
Picture Messages................................................. 76
Inbox
(Menu 2.1)
............................................................. 76
Outbox
(Menu 2.2)
.......................................................... 79
Draft
(Menu 2.3)
.............................................................. 80
Write New
(Menu 2.4)
..................................................... 80
Templates
(Menu 2.5)
..................................................... 84
Delete All
(Menu 2.6)
....................................................... 85
Memory Status
(Menu 2.7)
.............................................. 85
Setup
(Menu 2.8)
............................................................ 86
MMS Profile
(Menu 2.9)
................................................... 87
Call Records......................................................... 88
Missed Calls
(Menu 3.1)
................................................... 88
Received Calls
(Menu 3.2)
............................................... 89
Dialled Calls
(Menu 3.3)
.................................................. 89
Delete All
(Menu 3.4)
....................................................... 90
Call Time
(Menu 3.5)
....................................................... 90
Call Cost
(Menu 3.6)
........................................................ 91
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Camera................................................................ 92
Taking a Picture
....................................................... 92
Take and Send
(Menu 4.1)
.............................................. 94
New Photo
(Menu 4.2)
..................................................... 95
My Photos
(Menu 4.3)
...................................................... 95
Sound Settings .................................................... 96
Ring Tone
(Menu 5.1)
...................................................... 96
Ring Volume
(Menu 5.2)
.................................................. 97
Alert Type
(Menu 5.3)
...................................................... 97
Keypad Tone
(Menu 5.4)
................................................. 97
Message Tone
(Menu 5.5)
............................................... 98
Folder Tone
(Menu 5.6)
................................................... 99
Power On/Off
(Menu 5.7)
................................................. 99
Extra Tones
(Menu 5.8)
................................................... 99
Phone Settings .................................................. 101
Infrared Activate
(Menu 6.1)
.......................................... 101
Display Settings
(Menu 6.2)
........................................... 102
Greeting Message
(Menu 6.3)
......................................... 105
Own Number
(Menu 6.4)
................................................ 105
Language
(Menu 6.5)
..................................................... 106
Security
(Menu 6.6)
........................................................ 106
Extra Settings
(Menu 6.7)
.............................................. 109
Short Cut
(Menu 6.8)
...................................................... 110
Reset Settings
(Menu 6.9)
.............................................. 110
Organiser........................................................... 111
Alarm
(Menu 7.1)
........................................................... 111
Calendar
(Menu 7.2)
....................................................... 112
Time & Date
(Menu 7.3)
................................................. 115
Calculator
(Menu 7.4)
..................................................... 116
To Do List
(Menu 7.5)
..................................................... 116
Voice Memo
(Menu 7.6)
.................................................. 119
Currency Exchange
(Menu 7.7)
...................................... 121
Network Services............................................... 122
Call Diverting
(Menu 8.1)
............................................... 122
Call Barring
(Menu 8.2)
.................................................. 124
Call Waiting
(Menu 8.3)
.................................................. 126
Network Selection
(Menu 8.4)
........................................ 127
Caller ID
(Menu 8.5)
....................................................... 128
Closed User Group (CUG)
(Menu 8.6)
............................. 128
Band Selection
(Menu 8.7)
............................................. 130

Contents
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Downloads......................................................... 131
Sounds
(Menu 9.1)
......................................................... 131
Pictures
(Menu 9.2)
........................................................ 131
Games & more
(Menu 9.3)
............................................. 132
WAP Browser
(Menu 9.4)
................................................ 134
Delete All
(Menu 9.5)
...................................................... 141
Memory Status (Menu 9.6)............................................. 141
Solving Problems............................................... 142
Access Codes ..................................................... 145
Phone Password .................................................... 145
PIN...................................................................... 146
PUK ..................................................................... 146
PIN2 .................................................................... 147
PUK2 ................................................................... 147
Barring Password................................................... 148
Health and Safety Information .......................... 149
Exposure to Radio-Frequency Energy
(SAR Information) ................................................. 149
Precautions When Using Batteries............................ 150
Road Safety.......................................................... 152
Operating Environment........................................... 154
Electronic Devices.................................................. 154
Potentially Explosive Environments .......................... 156
Emergency Calls.................................................... 157
Other Important Safety Information......................... 158
Care and Maintenance............................................ 159
Glossary ............................................................ 161
Index................................................................. 166
Quick Reference Card ........................................ 171

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Important Safety
Precautions
Read these guidelines before using your wireless
phone. Failure to comply with them may 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 Aircraft
Wireless phones can cause interference. Using them
in aircraft is both illegal and dangerous.
Switching Off in Hospitals
Switch your phone off 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
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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 before you can make an
emergency call. Give all the necessary information
as accurately as possible. Do not cut off 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 safety information, see “Health
and Safety Information” on page 149.
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Unpacking
Your package contains the following items:
In addition, you can obtain the following
accessories for your phone from your local
Samsung dealer:
• Standard/slim batteries • Ear-microphone
• Simple hands-free kit • Car holder
• Cigarette lighter adapter • Leather case
• Travel charger/adapter • Battery charger
Handset Travel Adapter
Batteries
Ear-microphone
User’s Manuals Software CD-ROM
Data Cable Finger Strap

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Your Phone
Phone Layout
The following illustrations show the main elements
of your phone:
Earpiece
Display
Soft key (right)
Power on/off /
menu exit key
Alphanumeric
keys
Special
function keys
Volume/menu
browse keys
Dial/menu
confirmation key
IrDA port Microphone
Camera key
Ear-microphone
jack
Soft key (left)
Navigation
keys
Cancel/
correction key
WAP browser
key
Reversible
folder
Antenna
Camera module
Service light
Camera key
Your Phone
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Key(s) Description
In Menu Mode, scroll through the menu
options and the Phonebook memory.
In Idle Mode, allow you to access your
favourite menus directly. For further
details about shortcuts, see page 110.
In Menu Mode, return to the previous
menu level and select the current
menu respectively.
When entering text, move the cursor to
the left and right respectively.
In Idle Mode, allow you to access your
favourite menus directly. For further
details about shortcuts, see page 110.
(soft keys)
Perform the functions indicated by the
text above them, on the bottom line of
the display.
In Idle Mode, quickly accesses the
Camera menu to allow you to use the
camera application. Turns the camera
on when held down.
In the capture mode, works as a
camera shutter.
In Idle Mode, directly launches the WAP
(Wireless Application Protocol) browser.
Deletes characters from the display.
In Menu Mode, returns to the previous
menu level.

Your Phone
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Makes or answers a call.
In Idle Mode, recalls the last number
dialled or received when held down.
In Menu Mode, selects a menu function
or stores information that you have
entered, such as a name in the phone
or SIM memory.
Ends a call. Also switches the phone on
and off when held down.
In Menu Mode, cancels your input and
returns to Idle Mode.
In Idle Mode, quickly accesses your
voice mail when held down.
Enter numbers, letters and some
special characters.
Enter special characters.
Perform various functions.
(on the left side of the phone)
During a call, adjust the earpiece
volume.
In Idle Mode, adjust the keypad tone
volume.
In Menu Mode, scroll through the menu
options and the Phonebook memory.
(on the right side of the phone)
When the folder is reversed, turns the
camera on. In the capture mode, this
key works as a camera shutter.
Key(s) Description
(continued)
Your Phone
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Display
Display Layout
The display has three areas:
Area Description
First line Displays various icons. See
page 14.
Middle lines Display messages, instructions
and any information that you
enter, such as the number to be
dialled.
Last line Shows the functions currently
assigned to the two soft keys.
Icons
Text and
graphic area
Soft key
indicators
Menu Name

Your Phone
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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 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 you set an alarm to ring at a
specified time.
Appears when Silent Mode is active or
when you set the Alert Type menu (Menu
5.3) so that the phone vibrates when you
receive a call. For further details, see
page 28 and page 97 respectively.
Appears when the IrDA port is active. For
details, see page 101.
Appears when the mute mode is active.
Shows the level of your battery. The more
bars you see, the more power you have
left.
Your Phone
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Backlight
A backlight illuminates the display and the keypad.
When you press any key or open the folder, the
backlight turns on and remains on for a given
period of time, depending on the Back Light menu.
The display turns off after one minute to conserve
your battery power.
To specify the length of time the backlight is active,
set the Back Light menu (Menu 6.2.4). See
page 103 for further details.
You can also set the phone to use the backlight only
during a specified period of time, in the Auto Light
menu (Menu 6.2.5). See page 104 for further
details.
Service Light
The service light is on the folder. It flashes when
services are available on the phone.
To activate or deactivate the service light, set the
Service Light menu (Menu 6.2.6). See page 104
for further details.
Service light

Your Phone
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Camera
The camera module on the top left of your phone
allows you to take a picture while on the move.
For further details about the Camera feature, see
page 92.
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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! 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.
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 Press the catch above the battery and hold it
in that position.
➁ Slide the battery and lift it away, as shown.