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Samsung SGH SGH A300 User Manual

Samsung SGH SGH A300
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Printed in Korea
Code No.: GH68-01988A
English. 08/2001. Rev. 2.1
ELECTRONICS
World Wide Web
http://www.samsungmobile.com
DUAL BAND
GSM TELEPHONE
SGH-A300
* Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone
depending on the software of the phone or your service provider.

Table of Contents

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Samsung SGH SGH A300 Specifications

General IconGeneral
NetworkGSM 900 / 1800
SIMMini-SIM
LoudspeakerNo
3.5mm jackNo
GamesYes
Talk timeUp to 3 h
Internal MemoryNo
Alert typesVibration
MessagingSMS
LanguagesMultiple
ColorsSilver
Battery TypeLi-Ion 800 mAh battery

Summary

Important Safety Precautions

Driving, Refueling, and Aircraft Safety

Follow safety guidelines for driving, refueling, and air travel.

Regulations, Interference, and Service

Adhere to regulations, understand interference, and use qualified service.

Important Safety Precautions

Sensible Use and Emergency Calls

Tips for sensible usage and procedures for emergency calls.

Unpacking Your Phone

Included Items

List of items included in the phone package.

Your Phone

Phone Layout

Diagram and explanation of the phone's physical components.

Your Phone

Display Layout

Description of the phone's display areas and icons.

Your Phone

Backlight and Service Light

Information on display backlight and service light functionality.

External Display

Details on the phone's external display features.

Getting Started

Your First Call

Step-by-step guide for making your first phone call.

Installing the SIM Card

Instructions for correctly inserting the SIM card into the phone.

Getting Started

Charging a Battery

Procedure for charging the phone's battery.

Getting Started

Switching On/Off

How to turn the phone on and off.

Low Battery Indicator

Understanding the low battery warning message and its implications.

Getting Started

Access Codes

Explanation of phone and SIM card security codes.

Getting Started

PIN and PUK

Details on Personal Identification Number (PIN) and PUK codes.

Getting Started

PIN2 and Barring Password

Information on PIN2 and call barring password.

General Functions

Making a Call

Instructions for making standard and international calls.

Call Management

Adjusting volume, answering/ending calls, and call holding.

Phonebook Calls

Making calls using the phonebook and redialing numbers.

General Functions

Viewing Missed Calls

How to view, edit, or delete missed call entries.

Selecting Functions and Options

Navigating Menus

How to view and select functions/options using soft keys.

Setting Display Language

Step-by-step guide to changing the phone's display language.

Phonebook

Storing Contact Information

How to store names and numbers in the phonebook.

Speed Dialing

Using memory locations for quick dialing.

Phonebook

Searching and Dialing

Finding and calling numbers from the phonebook.

Phonebook Options

Accessing and using options like Edit, Erase, Copy, and Caller Groups.

Phonebook

Memory Status and SDN

Checking phonebook memory and Service Dialling Numbers (SDN).

Entering Text

Text Input Modes

Overview of T9, Upper/Lower-case, and Number input modes.

Changing Input Mode

How to switch between different text input modes.

Entering Text

Using T9 Mode

Guide to using the T9 predictive text input method.

Upper/Lower-Case Mode

Instructions for entering text using multi-tap character modes.

Number Mode

How to enter numbers using the dedicated number mode.

In-Call Options

Call Holding and Microphone Mute

Placing calls on hold and temporarily muting the microphone.

In-Call Options

Key Tones, Phonebook Access, SMS, and Second Calls

Manage key tones, access phonebook, use SMS, and answer second calls.

In-Call Options

Multiparty Calls

Setting up and managing conference calls.

Using the Menus

Navigation Keys

How to use navigation keys to move through menus.

Index System

Using hierarchical numbers to directly access menu options.

Menu Map

Overview of the phone's menu structure and options.

Call Records

Viewing Call Logs

Accessing missed, received, and dialled call records.

Call Timers

Checking call duration for last call, total sent, and total received.

Call Cost

Viewing call costs, setting maximum cost, and resetting counters.

Messages

Reading Messages

Accessing and viewing received messages in inbox and outbox.

Writing Messages

Composing and sending text messages.

Preset Messages

Creating and using pre-written messages.

Messages

Message Setup

Configuring SMS settings like service centre and message type.

Broadcast Messages

Receiving and managing text messages on various topics.

Messages

Voice Mail

Accessing and managing voice mailbox features.

Sound Settings

Ring Tone, Melody, and Volume

Customize ring tones, melodies, and ring volume.

Alert, Keypad, Message, and Error Tones

Configure alert types and various notification tones.

Sound Settings

Minute Minder and Connect Tone

Set call duration alerts and connection confirmation tones.

Phone Settings

Infrared Activate

Sending/receiving data via the infrared port.

Greeting Message

Setting a custom message displayed on startup.

Own Number

Managing and viewing your own phone numbers.

Phone Settings

Language and Light Settings

Adjusting display language and screen backlight.

Auto Redial and Active Flip

Configuring automatic redial and answering calls by opening flip.

Phone Settings

Anykey Answer and Contrast

Customizing call answering and LCD contrast.

Reset Settings

Restoring the phone to its default configuration.

Organiser

Calendar Features

Consulting, writing, and editing memos and calendar entries.

To Do List

Creating and managing tasks with priorities and deadlines.

Organiser

Time & Date Settings

Setting current time, date, and checking world time.

Alarm Functions

Setting and managing alarms, including autopower.

Organiser

Calculator

Using the phone as a basic calculator.

Shortcut Keys

Assigning menu options to navigation and C keys.

Security

PIN Check and Change PIN

Enabling PIN check and changing your PIN.

Phone Lock

Locking the phone with a password.

Security

Change Password and SIM Lock

Changing phone password and locking the SIM card.

FDN Mode and Change PIN2

Using Fixed Dial Number mode and changing PIN2.

Network Services

Call Diverting

Setting up call rerouting based on conditions.

Call Barring

Restricting outgoing and incoming calls.

Network Services

Call Waiting

Being informed of incoming calls during an active call.

Network Selection

Automatically or manually selecting networks when roaming.

Network Services

Caller ID

Managing display of your number to the called party.

Closed User Group (CUG)

Restricting calls to specific user groups.

WAP Browser

Accessing the Wireless Web

Using the phone's WAP browser to access the internet.

Solving Problems

Initial Checks

Basic troubleshooting steps for common phone issues.

Solving Problems

Display Messages

Understanding error messages like 'No service' or 'Not done'.

Call Issues

Troubleshooting problems with dialling, receiving, or hearing calls.

Solving Problems

Battery and Audio Issues

Resolving low battery warnings and poor call audio quality.

Phonebook Dialing Issues

Troubleshooting problems recalling numbers from the phonebook.

Using the Batteries

Battery Precautions

Guidelines for safe and effective battery usage and charging.

Safety Information

Road Safety

Safety guidelines related to using the phone while driving.

Operating Environment

Recommendations for safe phone usage in various environments.

Safety Information

Care and Maintenance

Tips for keeping the phone and accessories in good condition.

Emergency Calls

Important notes and limitations regarding emergency calls.

Glossary of Terms

Technical Terms A-S

Definitions of key terms like DCS, GSM, PIN, PUK, Roaming, SDN.

Glossary of Terms

Technical Terms P-S

Definitions of more technical terms and abbreviations.

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