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SGH-x427m
Portable Digital Telephone
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating your phone,
and keep it for future reference.
Printed in Korea
GH68-05370A
English 07/2004
x427mUCDF1.01_wbx427m_072304.d6
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Intellectual Property All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating thereto (the “Phone System”), is proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal laws, state laws, and international treaty provisions. Intellectual Property includes, but is not limited to, inventions (patentable or unpatentable), paten
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Samsung Telecommunications America, L.P. U.S. Headquarters: 1301 East Lookout Drive Richardson, TX 75082 Tel: 972-761-7000 Fax: 972-761-7001 Customer Care Center: 1601 E. Plano Parkway Suite 150 Plano, TX 75047 Tel: 888-987-HELP (4357) Fax: 972-761-7501 Internet Address: http://www.samsungusa.com/ wireless ©2004 Samsung Telecommunications America. All rights reserved. No reproduction in whole or in part allowed without prior written approval. Samsung is a registered trademark of Samsung Elect
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Table of Contents Unpacking.............................................................. 9 Your Phone .......................................................... 11 Phone Layout................................................................ 11 Display......................................................................... 14 Service Light................................................................. 18 Getting Started .................................................... 19 Installi
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Using Number Mode....................................................... 52 Using Symbol Mode ....................................................... 52 Options During a Call ........................................... 55 Putting a Call on Hold..................................................... 55 Using the Menu Functions............................................... 56 Switching the Microphone Off (Mute)................................ 56 Muting/Sending Key Tones.............................
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Caller ID .................................................................... 108 Closed User Group (CUG) ............................................. 108 Games................................................................ 111 Downloading a new game............................................. 111 Launching a MIDlet...................................................... 111 Using the game options................................................ 112 Sound Settings...............................
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Audio......................................................................... 147 Graphics..................................................................... 147 Delete All ................................................................... 148 Memory Status............................................................ 149 Phone Settings................................................... 151 Display Settings .......................................................... 151 Greeting Message........
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Appendix A: CERTIFICATION INFORMATION (SAR)................................................................. 183 Appendix B: Guide to Safe and Responsible Wireless Phone Use.......................................................... 187 Appendix C: Consumer Update on Wireless Phones............................................................... 193 Glossary............................................................. 209 Index ................................................................. 21
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Unpacking Your package contains the following items: Handset Travel Adapter Battery User Guide Your local Samsung dealer can provide you with additional accessories including: ♦Simple hands-free kit ♦Standard battery ♦Car power charger ♦Holster ♦Ear microphone ♦Leather Case Unpacking 9
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Unpacking 10
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Your Phone Phone Layout The following illustrations show the main elements of your phone: Your Phone 11
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Key(s) Description In Menu mode, scroll through the menus. In Idle mode, allows you to access your favorite menus directly. For more information about shortcuts, see “Short Cut” on page 158. In Menu mode, the Left key returns to the previous menu level and the Right key selects the next menu. In Idle mode, allows you to access your favorite menus directly. For more information about shortcuts, see “Short Cut” on page 158. Perform the functions indicated by the text above them, on the b
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Key(s) Description (Continued) Makes or answers a call. When held down in Idle mode, recalls the last number dialed or received. In Menu mode, selects a menu function or stores information that you have entered, such as a name in the phone or SIM memory. Deletes characters from the display. In Menu mode, returns to the previous menu level. Ends a call. Also switches the phone on and off when held down. In Menu mode, cancels your input and returns to Idle mode. When held down in Idle mode
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Key(s) Description (Continued) Enter special characters. Perform various functions. (on the side of the phone) During a call, adjusts the earpiece volume. In Idle mode, adjusts the keypad tone volume. In Menu mode, scrolls through the menus and Phonebook. Display Display Layout The display has three areas: Your Phone 14
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Area Description First line Displays various icons. See page 15. Middle lines Displays messages, instructions, and any information that you enter, such as the number you are dialing. Last line Shows the functions currently assigned to the two soft keys. Icons Icon Description Shows the received signal strength. The greater the number of bars, the better the signal. If this icon is gray, you are outside your network area and are restricted to emergency calls only. Appears when you are co
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Icon Description Appears when you set an alarm to ring at a specified time. Appears when you are entering text to indicate the current text input mode. Appears when a new text message is received. Appears when a new multimedia message is received. Appears when a new voice mail message is received. Appears when Mute mode is active. Appears when Silent mode is active or you set the Alert Type menu (Menu 6.4), so that the phone vibrates when you receive a call. For further details, see pag
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Icon Description Shows the level of your battery. The more bars you see, the more power you have left. Your Phone 17
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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. It turns off when no keys are pressed within a given period of time, depending on your setting in the Back Light menu (Menu 9.1.5). After one minute, the display turns off to conserve your battery power. To specify the length of time the backlight is active, set the Back Light menu (Menu 9.1.5). See “Back Light” on page 152 for further details. Service Light Th
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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 many others. 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, turn off the phone by holding down th
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4. Slide the SIM card into the SIM card socket so that it locks the card into place. Make sure the gold contacts of the card face into the phone. Note: When you need to remove the SIM card, slide it, as shown, and take it out of the socket. Getting Started 20
