Printed in KoreaCode No.:GH68-01771A.HK. 2001/05. Rev.1.1World Wide Webwww.samsungmobile.comDUAL GSM TELEPHONE SGH-N288OWNER’S MANUAL
1716Getting StartedGetting StartedCharging a BatteryYour phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ionbattery. Use only approved batteries and chargers.As
19Getting Started18Switching the Phone On/Off1. Open the flip cover.2. Hold down for more than one second toswitch the phone on.3. If the phone a
2120Call FunctionsCall FunctionsMaking a CallWhen the idle screen is displayed, key in the areacode and phone number and press .N o t e: If you
2322Call FunctionsCall Functions2. Press to access the list of last-diallednumbers.3. Use or to scroll through the Redial listunt
2524Editing a Missed Call Number1. Press the Options soft key.2. Press the Select soft key.3. Change the number as required. Press orto move b
27Call Functions26Call FunctionsIn-Call OptionsYour phone provides a number of control functionsthat you can use during a call. To access thesefunctio
29Call Functions28Call FunctionsPutting a Call on HoldYou can place the current call on hold whenever youwant. You can make another call while you hav
31Call Functions30Call FunctionsMaking a Multiparty CallA multiparty call is a network service that allowsup to six people to take part simultaneously
3332Call FunctionsMuting/Sending Key TonesThese options allow you to turn the key tones off oron. If the Mute keys option is selected, your phonedoes
35Entering Text34Entering TextChanging Text Input ModeWhen you are in a field that allows character entry,you should notice the text input mode indica
C o n t e n t sSafety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Your Phone. . . . . .
37Entering Text36Entering TextScroll Keys Scroll through text modes available when you accessmode change menu. Pinyin( ) ModePinyin i
39Entering Text38Entering TextTyping Characters in Pinyin Mode1. Press keys corresponding to the phonetic spelling,referring to the Roman letters pri
41Entering Text40Entering TextUsing Tone Key in Pinyin ModeEntering the tone of a character you are typing narrowsthe number of choices in the Charact
42Entering TextChinese Stroke( ) ModeThis mode allows you to enter individual Chinesestrokes, in written order - from top to bottom,
45Entering Text44Entering TextEven though there are many different strokes used to create Chinese characters, the strokes are classifiedinto 5 basic c
47Entering Text46Entering Text3. When the character you are typing appears in theCharacter Selection Map, you may select it without finishing the stro
49Entering Text48Entering TextThe mode requires far fewer keystrokes than thetraditional multi-tap method; English mode. When the phone is in the Qui
51Entering Text50Entering TextTyping English WordsTo type a word, press keys corresponding to the lettersyou need. Remember the following as you are t
53Entering Text52Entering TextTo shift the case of the next character(s) that youtype, press one or more times. There are threeshift states:
5554Entering TextNumber ModeNumber mode enables you to enter numbers into atext message. Press keys corresponding to thedesired digits, and manually s
2 3C o n t e n t s(Continued)Selecting Functions and Options . . . . . . . 62Example: Selecting a Ring Tone . . . . . . . . . . . 64Using the Menu
57P h o n e b o o k56P h o n e b o o k5. Press the right soft key to toggle between thephone (To Phone) and card (To Card) memories.6. If you do not
59P h o n e b o o k58P h o n e b o o kVoice DeleteN o t e : This option appears only when you havea l r eady re c o r ded some names.Allows you to del
61P h o n e b o o k60P h o n e b o o kSearching for and Dialling a Number inthe Phonebook1. When the idle screen is displayed, press thePhonebook sof
63Selecting Functions and Options62Selecting Functionsand OptionsYour phone offers a set of functions that allow you to customise your phone. These fu
65Selecting Functions and Options64Selecting Functions and OptionsExample: Selecting a Ring Tone1. When the idle screen is displayed, press theMenu s
67Using the Menu66Using the MenuThe phone offers a range of functions that allowsyou to tailor the phone to your needs. Thesefunctions are arranged in
69Using the Menu68Using the MenuList of Menu FunctionsThe list shows the menu structure available andindicates the:• Number assigned to each option• P
71Using the Menu70Using the Menu4. Tones4-1 Ring Tone4-2 Melody Composer4-3 Ring Volume4-4 Alert Type4-5 Keypad Tone4-6 Message Tone4-7 Error T
7372Using the Menu7. GamesUsing this menu you can enjoy popular games with the phone. 8. WWW Services The contents on the browser may vary depending o
7574Call RecordsCall RecordsDialled Calls Menu 1-3Lets you view the last 10 numbers dialled.You can also:• Edit the number and save it in the phoneboo
4 5Safety PrecautionsRead these simple guidelines. Failure to comply withthem may be dangerous or illegal. For more detailedsafety information, see “S
7776M e s s a g e sYour phone receives voice mail notification messages,and text messages. Voice mail and short messages e rvice (SMS) are network ser
79M e s s a g e s M e s s a g e s78To scroll through the messages, press or .You can choose the following options, by pressingthe Optio
81M e s s a g e sPreset Message List Menu 2-4Using this menu, you can preset up to five messagesthat you use most frequently. This menu shows theprese
8382M e s s a g e sThe last five messages are also stored for laterretrieval. Please contact your service provider formore information.The following o
85Voice FunctionsVoice Functions84Voice Dial RecordAllows you to record name tags and allocate them tonumbers for voice dialling.Say the name you want
Voice Command Menu 3-2This menu allows you to get a quick access to thefrequently used menus by saying your own voicecommand. You can select the follo
8988Voice FunctionsAnswerPhone Menu 3-4You can set your phone to answer calls with yourown recorded message.You can use the message to inform callers
91T o n e sT o n e s90Melody Composer Menu 4-2This menu allows you to compose your own,customised ringing tone. • Three octaves are available. • A max
92T o n e s93T o n e sRing Volume Menu 4-3Allows you to adjust the ringing volume to one ofseven levels. Use the volume keys on the left side ofthe ph
9594T o n e sError Tone Menu 4-7Allows you to select how the phone informs you thatyou have made a mistake. The following options areavailable.OFF: th
Use qualified servicingOnly qualified service personnel must repairequipment. Use sensiblyUse only in the normal position (to the ear). Do nottouch th
96 97S e t t i n g sS e t t i n g sOwn NumberN o t e : The contents of this menu may be diff e re n tdepending on the SIM card. You can enter your own
Service LightAllows you to select whether or not the service lighton the top of the phone is used. The followingoptions are available.ON: the s e rvic
Network Services Menu 5-2These menu functions are network services.Please contact your service provider to check theiravailability and subscribe to th
• Data calls only ; not available when a Line 2 is inuse.Example: You can:• Systematically divert fax calls to youroffice fax machine • Divert voice c
Change Barring Password: you can set andchange the call barring password obtained from yourservice provider using this option. You must enter thecurre
107S e t t i n g s106S e t t i n g sNetwork SelectionThe Network Selection feature enables you to:• Indicate whether the network used when roaming(out
109S e t t i n g s108S e t t i n g sLine IdentificationThis menu option lets you view the following lineidentification settings.CLIP (Calling Line Ide
Change PINThis feature allows you to change your current PINtoa new one, provided that the PIN Check feature isenabled. You must enter the current PIN
113S e t t i n g sSIM LockWhen the SIM Lock feature is enabled, your phoneonly works with the current SIM. You must enter theSIM lock code.Once you ha
115114S e t t i n g sBrowser Settings Menu 5-5Note: This menu may not be shown dependenton your network service provider.You can setup several proxies
9Your Phone8Your PhonePhone LayoutThe following illustration shows the main elementsof your phone.Earphone jackMicrophoneService lightAntennaEarpieceD
117O r g a n i z e r116O r g a n i z e rA date when a schedule has already been createdappears in bold. If you select a date when a schedulehas alread
119O r g a n i z e r118O r g a n i z e rCalculator Menu 6-3You can use the phone as a 9-digit calculator. Thecalculator performs basic mathematical f
121O r g a n i z e r120O r g a n i z e rTo Do List Menu 6-4This menu allows you to write a job list withpriorities and deadlines and also sort the job
123O r g a n i z e r122O r g a n i z e rWorld Time Menu 6-6You can use your phone to check the current time in21 major cities around the world. Scroll
125124O r g a n i z e rGamesUsing this menu you can also enjoy popular gameson the phone. 1. Scroll to the desired game and press the Selectsoft key.2
WWW ServicesYou can use your phone as a web browser.You can obtain up to date news, weather, sport, andother information as well as use e-mail and oth
N o t e : The browser menus may vary depending onyour version of the bro w s e r.The following menus are available: • Reload: reloads the current site
131Additional Services1303. Setting the Ring Ty p eTo distinguish between incoming calls on the twolines, you can select a different ring type for eac
133132Solving ProblemsBefore contacting after-sales service, perform thefollowing simple checks. They may save you the timeand expense of an unnecessa
135134Solving ProblemsThe phone starts beeping and “**Warning**Battery Low” flashes in the display• The battery is insufficiently charged. Replace the
11Your Phone10Your PhoneDisplayDisplay LayoutThe display comprises three areas.Signal strength : Shows the receivedsignal strength. The greater the nu
137136Reference InformationReference InformationPIN codeThe PIN (Personal Identification Number) codeprotects your SIM card against unauthorised use.
Using the BatteriesYour phone is powered by a re c h a rgeable Li-ions t a n d a rd battery. The following batteries are also available (ask yourSAMSU
141Reference Information140Reference InformationSafety InformationRoad Safety• Remember, road safety always comes first!• Do not use a hand-held phone
143Reference Information142Reference Information• Switch off your cellular phone when in an aircraft.The use of cellular phones in an aircraft is ille
144145G l o s s a r yGSM (Global System for Mobile Communication)International standard for cellular communication,guaranteeing compatibility between
147G l o s s a r y146G l o s s a r yPUK (PIN Unblocking Key)Security code used to unlock the phone when anincorrect PIN has been entered three times i
EEarpiece volume • 22Emergency calls • 6; 143Entering text • 33Error Tone (4-7) • 94FFDN Mode • 112Fixed Dial Number mode • 112Flip cover • 9Functions
151I n d e x150I n d e xNNamesentering • 33searching/dialling • 60storing • 55Network Selection • 106Network Services (5-2) • 101Numbercaller • 99own
1312Your PhoneBacklightThe display and keypad are illuminated by abacklight. When you press any key, the backlightilluminates. It turns off if no key
1514Getting StartedGetting Started3. Slide the SIM card lock back and hold it in position.4. Insert the SIM card ensuring that the cut corner istop
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