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Samsung SGH-D500 User Manual

Samsung SGH-D500
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Printed in Korea
Code No.:GH68-06020A
English. 11/2004. Rev 1.0

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Samsung SGH-D500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSamsung
ModelSGH-D500
CategoryCell Phone
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safety Precautions

Unpacking

Your Phone

Phone Layout

Illustrations showing the main elements of the phone, including earpiece, display, keys, and microphone.

Display

Details the three areas of the display: Icons, Text/graphics area, and Soft key function indicators.

Backlight

Explains the function of the display and keypad backlight and how it operates.

Camera

Details the phone's camera module for taking photos and recording videos.

Flash

Explains the use of the built-in flash for taking photos in low light conditions.

Plug-in Speaker

Describes how to use the plug-in speaker for louder sound output.

Getting Started

Installing the SIM Card

Step-by-step guide on how to properly insert the SIM card into the phone.

Charging the battery

Instructions for charging the phone's rechargeable Li-ion battery using the travel adapter.

Switching on or off the phone

Detailed steps on how to turn the phone on and off, including password and PIN entry.

Using the Keypad Lock feature

Explains how the keypad automatically locks when the phone is closed and how to unlock it.

Call Functions

Making a Call

Instructions on how to make a standard or international call and how to correct entered numbers.

Ending a Call

How to end an ongoing phone call by pressing the end key or closing the phone.

Redialling the Last Number

Steps to recall and dial the most recent numbers from call logs.

Making a Call from Phonebook

How to store and dial numbers from the phone's or SIM card's Phonebook.

Storing a Number in Idle Mode

Method to save a number directly from the idle screen into the Phonebook.

Adjusting the Volume

How to adjust earpiece volume during calls and keypad tone volume in idle mode.

Answering a Call

Steps to answer or reject an incoming call, and how to mute the ringer.

Viewing Missed Calls

How to view a list of missed calls and access options like details and call back.

Quickly Switching to Quiet Mode

How to activate and deactivate Quiet mode to silence the phone for calls and messages.

Using the Headset

Instructions on how to use the phone with a connected headset for calls.

Selecting Functions and Options

Using the Soft Keys

Explains the role of soft keys and how their functions change based on the current screen.

Selecting Options

Guide on how to view and select functions and options within menus using soft keys and navigation keys.

Entering Text

ABC Mode

How to enter characters by pressing keys multiple times for each letter.

T9 Mode

Method for entering words with single keystrokes using an internal dictionary.

Number Mode

Mode dedicated to entering numerical digits.

Symbolic Mode

Mode for entering various symbols and punctuation marks.

Changing the Text Input Mode

How to switch between different text input modes using the text input mode indicator.

Using ABC Mode

Detailed guide on using ABC mode, including character tables and cursor control.

Using T9 Mode

Explains T9 predictive text input, including word entry and adding new words.

Using Number Mode

Instructions for entering numbers into text messages.

Using Symbolic Mode

Guide to inserting symbols into text messages.

Options During a Call

Putting a Call on Hold

How to place a call on hold and switch between multiple active calls.

Using the Speaker

How to use the phone's speakerphone function during a call for hands-free operation.

Call Waiting

How to answer an incoming call while another call is in progress.

Using the Bluetooth Headset

Steps to connect and use a Bluetooth headset for calls.

Switching on or off the Voice Clarity feature

How to increase microphone sensitivity for clearer voice transmission.

Switching off the Microphone (Mute)

How to temporarily mute the phone's microphone during a call.

Muting or Sending Key Tones

Options to turn key tones on or off, affecting DTMF tone transmission.

Using Phonebook

How to access the Phonebook menu during an active call for searching or storing entries.

Sending a Sequence of DTMF Tones

How to send DTMF tones for automated systems like banking services.

Using the Message Service

How to view or send messages while on an active call.

Using SIM Services

Accessing additional services provided by the SIM card, like news or weather.

Making a Multi-Party Call

How to set up and manage conference calls with multiple participants.

Having a Private Conversation with One Participant

How to split a multi-party call for a private conversation with one person.

Dropping One Participant

How to remove a participant from a multi-party call.

Using the Menus

Accessing a Menu Function by Scrolling

Step-by-step guide on navigating through phone menus using scrolling.

Using Shortcuts

How to quickly access menus and sub-menus using shortcut numbers.

List of Menu Functions

An overview of the phone's menu structure with assigned numbers and corresponding page references.

Call Records

All calls

View the 20 most recent dialled, received, or missed calls with options for details and call back.

Dialled calls

View a list of the 20 most recent calls that have been dialled.

Received calls

View a list of the 20 most recent calls that have been received.

Missed calls

View a list of the 20 most recent calls that were received but not answered.

Delete all

Option to delete all call records at once or individually.

Call time

View call logs for made and received calls, including last call time and total time.

Call costs

View the cost of calls, depending on SIM card support and network features.

Phonebook

Contact list

Search for numbers in the Phonebook by entering names, and view contact details.

Add new contact

How to add new entries to the phone's or SIM card's memory, including details like name and number.

Group

Organize Phonebook entries into caller groups for easier management.

Speed dial

Assign frequently used numbers to keys for quick dialing.

My name card

Create and send a personal name card via various communication methods.

Own number

Check and manage your own phone numbers registered on the SIM card.

Management

Options for managing Phonebook memory, including default saving and copying entries.

Service number

View Service Dialling Numbers (SDN) provided by the service provider.

Applications

Java world

Enjoy Java games, change DNS settings, and view memory status for Java services.

MP3 player

Listen to music files using the phone as an MP3 player, including creating playlists.

Voice recorder

Record voice memos of up to 1 hour and send them via various options.

World time

Find out the time in different parts of the world and apply Daylight Savings Time.

Alarm

Set alarms to ring at specific times, with options for auto power on.

Calculator

Use the phone as a basic calculator for arithmetic operations.

Convertor

Perform currency and other unit conversions using the phone.

Timer

Set a countdown timer with an alarm notification when the time expires.

Stopwatch

Measure elapsed time for sports with stopwatch functionality.

SIM AT

Access additional services if your SIM card supports SIM AT functionality.

Browser

Home

Connect to the network and load the homepage of the Wireless Web service provider.

Bookmarks

Store and manage URL addresses of up to 15 favorite web sites.

Go to URL

Manually enter a URL address to access a specific website.

Clear cache

Clear the phone's temporary memory storing recently accessed web pages.

Settings

Configure up to 5 servers for the WAP browser, including profile, bearer, and proxy settings.

Messages

Short message

Send and receive SMS and EMS messages, including pictures and melodies.

Multimedia messages

Send and receive MMS messages containing images, video clips, audio clips, and text.

Email

Send and receive email messages directly using your phone.

Push messages

Receive and access messages from the WAP server.

Voice mail

Access your voice mailbox to listen to messages and change the server number.

Text template

Preset up to 10 frequently used messages for quick sending.

Broadcast messages

Receive text messages on various topics like weather or traffic.

Memory status

View memory status for text, multimedia, email, or push messages.

Funbox

Images

View photos taken with the phone and images downloaded from the web or received in messages.

Videos

View recorded or downloaded video clips, and use various options for playback and sending.

Music

Listen to music files downloaded or imported, and play them using the MP3 player.

Sounds

View sound files recorded or downloaded, and use them as ring tones or caller melodies.

Memory status

Check total and used memory for media items in each media box.

Organiser

Month view

Consult the calendar, check events, write memos, and set reminders.

Week view

View calendar entries for the selected week in seven day boxes.

Day view

Schedule new events for the current day and view future events.

Schedule

View and manage schedule events, including options for editing, sending, and deleting.

Anniversary

View and manage created anniversaries, with options for editing, sending, and deleting.

Miscellaneous

View and manage miscellaneous events created in the organiser.

To do

View and manage tasks, including status marks and completion check.

Missed alarm events

View a list of missed alarm events and access corresponding event details.

Memo

Create and view memos, with options for editing, creating new, and deleting memos.

Memory status

Check total memory for the calendar and the number of events stored.

Camera

Take a photo

Instructions on how to take photos using the phone's camera module, including image adjustments.

Record video

How to record videos using the phone's camera, save them, and play them back.

Photos

View photos taken with the phone, with options for sending, editing, and setting as wallpaper.

My photos

View photos moved from the Photos folder to the My photos image box.

Video clips

View recorded video clips, with playback options and sending capabilities.

My video clips

View video clips moved from the Video clips folder to the My video clips image box.

Settings

Time & Date

Change the current time and date, including AM/PM, time format, and date format.

Phone settings

Customize phone features like language, greeting message, slide settings, shortcuts, and extra settings.

Display settings

Change display settings such as wallpaper, text display, skin, LCD brightness, and backlight.

Sound settings

Customize various sound settings for incoming calls, keypad tones, and message tones.

Network services

Access network services like call diverting, call barring, call waiting, network selection, and caller ID.

Connectivity

Connect wirelessly using Bluetooth or IrDA port for data transfer.

Security

Restrict phone use with PIN check, phone lock, change password, privacy settings, SIM lock, and FDN mode.

Reset Settings

Reset phone settings to default values, including individual menus or all settings at once.

Solving Problems

When you switch your phone on, the following messages may appear

Troubleshooting common messages like 'Insert SIM card', 'Phone locked', 'Enter PIN', and 'Enter PUK'.

“No Service,” “Network Failure” or “Not Done” displays

Troubleshoot network connection issues and subscription problems.

You have entered a number but it was not dialled

Troubleshoot issues with dialing numbers, including checking network and call barring.

Your correspondent cannot reach you

Troubleshoot reasons why callers cannot reach you, like phone status or call barring.

Your correspondent cannot hear you speaking

Troubleshoot issues where the correspondent cannot hear you speak, checking microphone status.

The phone starts beeping and “**Warning** Low Battery” flashes on the display

Identify and resolve low battery issues, suggesting recharging.

The audio quality of the call is poor

Troubleshoot poor call audio quality by checking signal strength and positioning.

No number is dialled when you recall a Contacts entry

Troubleshoot issues with dialing recalled contacts, suggesting checking and re-storing entries.

Access Codes

Phone password

Details the phone password for security and its activation/change procedures.

PIN

Explanation of the Personal Identification Number (PIN) for SIM card security and its management.

PUK

Information on the PIN Unblocking Key (PUK) required to re-enable a disabled PIN.

PIN2

Explanation of PIN2 for specific SIM card functions and its management.

PUK2

Information on the PIN Unblocking Key 2 (PUK2) for changing a disabled PIN2.

Barring password

Details the barring password for Call Barring function and how to obtain/change it.

Health and Safety Information

SAR certification information

Details the phone's compliance with EU requirements for radio wave exposure (SAR limits).

Precautions when using batteries

Guidelines for safe and proper use and handling of phone batteries.

Road Safety

Advises on responsible phone use while driving and adherence to traffic regulations.

Operating Environment

Guidelines for safe phone operation in various environments and with other devices.

Electronic devices

Information about potential interference with other electronic equipment.

Pacemakers

Recommendations for users with pacemakers to avoid potential interference with the device.

Hearing aids

Information on potential interference between digital phones and hearing aids.

Other medical devices

Advice on checking medical device shielding and switching off phone in healthcare facilities.

Vehicles

Information on RF signals affecting vehicle electronic systems and consulting manufacturers.

Posted facilities

Instruction to switch off phone in areas with posted notices requiring it.

Potentially explosive environments

Safety guidelines for operating the phone in potentially explosive atmospheres and refueling stations.

Emergency calls

How to make an emergency call, including requirements and important considerations during the call.

Other important safety information

Covers vehicle installation, flammable materials, air bag safety, and aircraft usage regulations.

Care and Maintenance

Glossary

Call barring

Ability to restrict outgoing and incoming calls.

Call diverting

Ability to reroute calls to another number.

Call holding

Ability to put a call on standby while making or answering another call.

Call waiting

Notification of an incoming call when engaged on another call.

Caller line identification services (Caller ID)

Services to view or block the telephone numbers of callers.

EMS (Enhanced Message Service)

Adaptation of SMS for sending/receiving ring tones, logos, and simple media.

GPRS (General Packet Radio Service)

Non-voice service for sending/receiving data across mobile networks, providing continuous internet connection.

GSM (Global System for Mobile Communication)

International standard for cellular communication, ensuring compatibility across networks.

Java

Programming language for applications, used for MIDlets on mobile phones.

MMS (Multimedia Message Service)

Service for sending/receiving multimedia messages with text, images, audio, and video.

Multi-party calling

Ability to establish a conference call involving up to five additional parties.

Phone password

Security code to unlock the phone when locked automatically.

PIN (Personal Identification Number)

Security code protecting SIM card against unauthorized use, supplied by service provider.

Proxy server

Intermediary server between web client and web server, improving performance by caching.

PUK (PIN Unblocking Key)

Security code to unlock phone when incorrect PIN entered three times.

Roaming

Use of the phone outside your home area, such as when travelling.

SDN (Service Dialling Numbers)

Telephone numbers for special services like voice mail, directory inquiries, and emergency services.

SIM (Subscriber Identification Module)

Card containing information required to operate the phone, fitting into a slot on the back.

SMS (Short Message Service)

Network service for sending and receiving text messages without speaking to the correspondent.

Soft keys

Two keys whose functions vary by context, indicated on the display.

Tri band

Ability to handle GSM 900, 1800, and 1900 MHz bands for better call success and roaming.

Uni-code encoding

Character coding system supporting diverse languages for data transmission without corruption.

Voice mail

Automated answering service that answers calls, plays greetings, and records messages.

Index

Quick Reference Card

Access the Menu Functions

Quick steps for accessing main menu functions, including navigation and selection.

Switch on/off

How to turn the phone on and off by pressing and holding the power key.

Make a Call

Steps to enter a number and initiate a call.

End a Call

How to end a call by briefly pressing the end key.

View Missed Calls Immediately After Missing Them

How to view missed calls by opening the phone and pressing the View soft key.

Answer a Call

How to answer an incoming call by opening the phone or pressing the key.

Adjust the Volume

How to adjust the volume using the volume keys on the left side of the phone.

Store Phonebook Numbers in Phonebook

Instructions for storing numbers in the phone's memory or on the SIM card.

Take a Photo

Steps to take a photo using the camera, including accessing the MP3 player menu.

Play the MP3 file(s)

How to play MP3 files by accessing the MP3 player menu and pressing the key.

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