Samsung Electronics Co SGHX656 Dual-Band GSM Phone User Manual
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![2About this GuideThis User’s Guide provides you with condensed information about how to use your phone. To quickly learn the basics for your phone, please refer to “Get started” and “Step outside of the phone.”In this guide, the following instruction icons appear:Indicates that you need to pay careful attention to the subsequent information regarding safety or phone features.Indicates that you can get more information on the referenced page. →Indicates that you need to press the Navigation keys to scroll to the specified option and then select it.[ ]Indicates a key on the phone. For example, []< >Indicates a soft key, whose function is displayed on the phone screen. For example, <Menu>• Camera Use the camera module on your phone to take a photo.Special features of your phone•IrDASend and receive images, sounds, other personal data via an infrared port.•Web browserAccess the wireless web to get up-to-the-minute information and a wide variety of media content.X656.book Page 2 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-5.png)
![7Get startedFirst steps to operate your phoneSIM card informationWhen you subscribe to a cellular network, you receive a plug-in SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, and available optional services.Install and charge the phoneRemove the battery.If the phone is already on, first turn it off by pressing and holding []. Insert the SIM card.Make sure that the gold-coloured contacts on the card are face down.Reattach the battery. Plug the travel adapter into the phone.Plug the adapter into a standard AC wall outlet.When the phone is completely charged (the battery icon becomes still), unplug the adapter from the power outlet.X656.book Page 7 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-10.png)
![8Get startedLow battery indicatorWhen the battery is low:• a warning tone sounds,• the battery low message displays, and• the empty battery icon blinks.If the battery level becomes too low, the phone automatically turns off. Recharge your battery. Power on or offRemove the adapter from the phone.Switch onDo not turn on the phone when mobile phone use is prohibited.1. Open the phone.2. Press [ ]. 3. If necessary, enter the PIN and press <OK>.Switch off1. Open the phone.2. Press and hold [ ]. X656.book Page 8 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-11.png)
![9Get startedKeys and displayKeysPerform the function indicated on the bottom line of the display.In Idle mode, access the following menusdirectly:•Up: Create in Multimedia messages•Down: SIM-AT MENU•Left: FM radio• Right: JAVA worldIn Menu mode, scroll through menu options.In Idle mode, launch the web browser.Make or answer a call.In Idle mode, retrieve numbers recently dialled, received, or missed.Delete characters from the display.In Menu mode, return to the previous menu level. In a text input field, press and hold to return to the previous menu level.In Idle mode, enter the New memo menu when held down.Press and hold to switch the phone on and off. End a call. In Menu mode, cancel input and return the phone to Idle mode.Enter numbers, letters, and some special characters.In Idle mode, press and hold [1] to access your voicemail server. Press and hold [0] to enter an international call prefix.X656.book Page 9 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-12.png)
![10Get startedDisplayEnter special characters.In Idle mode, press and hold [ ] to activate or deactivate Quiet mode. Press and hold [ ] to enter a pause between numbers.Adjust the phone volume.In Idle mode, with the phone open, adjust the keypad tone volume. In Idle mode, press and hold to turn on the camera.In Capture mode, take a photo.LayoutIcons*Received signal strengthCall in progressOut of your service area; you cannot send or receive callsGPRS networkHome Zone, if you have registered for the appropriate serviceText and graphicsdisplay messages, instructions, and information you enter.Soft key function indicatorsshow the current functions assigned to the soft keys.Iconsdisplay various icons.Menu PhonebookX656.book Page 10 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-13.png)
![12Get startedCustomise your phoneSelect an option1. Press a desired soft key.2. Press the Navigation keys to move to the next or previous option.3. Press <Select> or [] to confirm the function displayed or option highlighted.4. To exit, choose either of the following methods:• Press <> or [C] to move up one level.• Press [] to return to Idle mode.Use shortcutsPress the number key corresponding to the option you want. For the index numbers 10 and 11, press [0] and [ ] respectively.1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> and select Phone settings → Language → Text language.2. Select a language.1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> and select Sound settings → Incoming calls.2. Select a ringtone category, Default melodies or My sounds.3. Select a ringtone.Display languageCall ringer melodyX656.book Page 12 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-15.png)
![13Get startedYou can set wallpaper for the idle screen on the display.1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> and select Phone settings → Display → Wallpaper.2. Select an image category, Default wallpapers, Photos, or Downloaded images.3. Select an image.You can change the colour for the display components, such as title bars and highlight bars.1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> and select Phone settings → Display → Skin.2. Select a colour pattern.Idle mode Wallpaper Menu mode Skin colourYou can switch the phone to Quiet mode to avoid disturbing other people with your phone sounds.Press and hold [] in Idle mode.You can protect the phone against unauthorized use with a phone password. The phone will require the password on power-up.1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> and select Phone settings → Security → Change password.2. Enter the default password, 00000000, and press <OK>.3. Enter a new 4- to 8-digit password and press <OK>.Quiet modePhone lockX656.book Page 13 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-16.png)
![14Make/Answer calls4. Enter the new password again and press <OK>.5. Select Phone lock.6. Select Enable.7. Enter the password and press <OK>.Phone lock(continued)1. Enter an area code and phone number.2. Press [].3. To end the call, press [].1. When the phone rings, press [].2. To end the call, press [].Press [ / ].Make a callAnswer a callAdjust the volume during a callX656.book Page 14 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-17.png)
![15Step outside of the phoneStep outside of the phoneBegin with your camera, the web, and other special featuresUse the cameraListen to the FM radio1. In Idle mode, press and hold [ ] to turn on the camera.2. Aim the lens at the subject and make any desired adjustments.3. Press [], the left soft key, or [ ] to take a photo. The photo is automatically saved.4. Press [C] to take another photo.1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> and select Camera → My photos.2. Select the photo you want.Take a photoView a photo1. Plug the connector of the supplied headset into the jack on the left side of the phone.2. In Idle mode, press [Left].3. Press <Options> and select Power on.4. Press [Left] or [Right] to find available radio stations.5. To turn off the radio, disconnect the headset from the phone.Listening to the radioX656.book Page 15 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-18.png)
![16Step outside of the phoneBrowse the webUsing a built-in web browser, you can easily access the wireless web to get a variety of up-to-date services and information and to download web content.1. Plug the connector of the supplied headset into the jack on the left side of the phone.2. From the FM Radio screen, press <Options> and select Power on.3. Scroll to an empty location.4. Press [Left] or [Right] to find the radio station you want. 5. Press <Options> and select Add.6. Enter the title of the station and press <OK>.7. Press <OK> when the frequency for the selected radio station displays.Storing a radio stationIn Idle mode, press [].• To scroll through browser items, press [Up] or [Down]. • To select an item, press < >.• To return to the previous page, press <Back> or [C].• To use options, press [ ] or select on the top of the screen.Launch the web browserNavigate the webX656.book Page 16 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-19.png)
![17Step outside of the phoneUse PhonebookTo the phone’s memory:1. In Idle mode, enter a phone number and press <Save>.2. Select Phone → a number type.3. Enter a name and press <OK> to save the contact.To th e S IM ca rd:1. In Idle mode, enter a phone number and press <Save>.2. Select SIM.3. Enter a name and press <OK>.4. If necessary, change a location number.5. Press <OK> to save the contact.Add a contact1. In Idle mode, press <Phonebook> and select Find name.2. Enter the first few letters of the name you want.3. Select a contact.4. Scroll to a number and press [] to dial.Find a contactX656.book Page 17 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-20.png)
![18Step outside of the phoneSend messages1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> and select Messages → Short messages → Create.2. Enter the message text.3. Press [ ].4. Enter destination numbers and press <OK>.5. Press <Send> to send the message.1. In Idle mode, press [Up].2. Select Subject.3. Enter the message subject and press <OK>.Send a text message (SMS)Send a multimedia message (MMS)4. Select Picture and add an image file.5. Select Sound and add a sound file.6. Select Message and enter the message text.7. Press <Opt.> and select Done.8. When you have finished, press <Opt.> and select Send.9. Select an empty location.10. Select Number or E-mail and enter destination numbers or addresses.Otherwise, select Phonebook to retrieve one from your Phonebook.11. Press <Send> to send the message.X656.book Page 18 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-21.png)
![19Step outside of the phoneView messagesWhen a notification appears:1. Press <View>. 2. Select the message from the Inbox.From the Inbox:1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> and select Messages → Short messages → Inbox.2. Select a message.View a text messageWhen a notification appears:1. Press <View>.2. Press <Options> and select Retrieve. 3. Select the message from the Inbox.From the Inbox:1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> and select Messages → Multimedia messages → Inbox.2. Select a message.1. Press and hold [1] in Idle mode.2. Follow the instructions from the system.View a multimedia messageAccess a voicemailX656.book Page 19 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-22.png)
![21Step outside of the phoneManage your schedule1. In Idle mode, press and hold [C].2. Enter the memo contents and press <OK>.3. Select a memo type.4. Select a date from the calendar.5. For Call, enter a phone number you need to dial and press <OK>.For Anniversary, skip to step 7.6. Enter the time for the memo and press <OK>.7. Press <Yes> to set an alarm. Create a memo8. Enter the time for the alarm to sound and press <OK>.9. Select an alarm tone. The memo is saved.1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> and select Organiser → Calendar.2. Select a date.3. Press [Left] or [Right] to access the other items scheduled for the selected day.Access your scheduleX656.book Page 21 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-24.png)
![22Enter textABC, T9, Number, and Symbol modesYou can enter text for some features such as messaging, Phonebook, or Organiser, using ABC mode, T9 mode, Number mode, and Symbol mode.Changing the text input mode• Press the right soft key and select the mode you want.• Press and hold the right soft key to switch between T9 mode and ABC mode.• Press and hold [ ] to switch to Number mode.• Press and hold [ ] to switch to Symbol mode.Using ABC modePress the appropriate key until the character you want appears on the screen.(Creating an SMS message with GSM-alphabet encoding)Characters in order displayedKeyUpper case Lower caseX656.book Page 22 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-25.png)
![23Enter text Other ABC mode operations• To enter the same letter twice or to enter a different letter on the same key, wait for the cursor to move to the right automatically or press [Right]. Then, enter the next letter.• Press [ ] to change case. Lower case (No indicator), Initial capital ( ), and Capital lock ( ) are available.• Press [ ] to insert a space.• Press [Left] or [Right] to move the cursor. •Press [C] to delete characters one by one. Press and hold [C] to clear the display.Using T9 modeT9 is a predictive text input mode that allows you to key in any character using single keystrokes.Entering a word in T9 mode1. Press [2] to [9] to start entering a word. Press each key once for each letter. For example, press [4], [3], [5], [5], and [6] to enter HELLO in T9 mode. T9 predicts the word that you are typing, and it may change with each key that you press.2. Enter the whole word before editing or deleting characters.3. When the word displays correctly, go to step 4. Otherwise, press [0] to display alternative word choices for the keys that you have pressed. For example, OF and ME use [6] and [3].4. Press [ ] to insert a space and enter the next word.Other T9 mode operations• Press [1] to enter periods or apostrophes automatically.• Press [ ] to change case. Lower case (No indicator), Initial capital ( ), and Capital lock ( ) are available.• Press [ ] to insert a space.X656.book Page 23 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-26.png)
![24Enter text• Press [Left] or [Right] to move the cursor. •Press [C] to delete characters one by one. Press and hold [C] to clear the display.Adding a new word to the T9 dictionaryThis feature may not be available for some languages.1. Enter the word that you want to add.2. Press [0] to display alternative words for your key presses. When there are no more alternative words, Spell appears on the bottom line. 3. Press <Spell>.4. Enter the word you want using ABC mode and press <OK>.Using Number modeNumber mode enables you to enter numbers. Press the keys corresponding to the digits you want.Using Symbol modeSymbol mode enables you to insert symbols.To Pressdisplay more symbols [Up] or [Down]. select a symbol the corresponding number key.clear the symbol(s) [C]. insert the symbol(s) <OK>.X656.book Page 24 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-27.png)
![25Call functionsAdvanced calling featuresMaking a call1. In Idle mode, enter the area code and phone number.2. Press [].3. When you want to end the call, press [].Making an international call1. In Idle mode, press and hold [0]. The + character appears.2. Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, then press [].Redialing recent numbers1. In Idle mode, press [] to display the list of recent numbers.2. Scroll to the number you want and press [].Making a call from PhonebookOnce you have stored a number in Phonebook, you can dial the number by selecting it from Phonebook. p. 29You can also use the speed dial feature to assign your most frequently dialed numbers to specific number keys.p. 30You can quickly dial a number from the SIM card using its location number assigned when stored.1. In Idle mode, enter a location number and press [].2. Scroll through other numbers, if necessary.3. Press <Dial> or [] to dial the number you want.• Press [C] to delete the last digit or press and hold [C] to clear the whole display. You can move the cursor to edit an incorrect digit.• Press and hold [ ] to enter a pause between numbers.X656.book Page 25 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-28.png)
![26Call functionsAnswering a callWhen you receive an incoming call, the phone rings and displays the incoming call image. Press <Accept> or [] to answer the call.Tips for answering a call• When Anykey answer is active, you can press any key to answer a call, except for [] and [/]. p. 66• When Active folder is active, you can simply open the phone. p. 66•Press [] to reject a call. • Press and hold [ / ] to reject a call or mute the ringer, depending on the Side key setting. p. 67Viewing missed callsIf you have missed calls, the screen displays how many calls you have missed.1. Press <Missed>.2. If necessary, scroll through the missed calls.3. Press [] to dial the number you want.Using the headsetUse the headset to make or answer calls without holding the phone. Connect the headset to the jack on the left side of the phone. The button on the headset works as follows:Options during a callYou can access a number of functions during a call.Adjusting the volume during a callUse [ / ] to adjust the earpiece volume during a call.To Pressredial the last call and hold the button twice.answer a call and hold the button.end a call and hold the button.X656.book Page 26 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-29.png)
![27Call functions Press [ ] to increase the volume level and [ ] to decrease the volume level.Making a second callYou can make another call if your network supports this function.1. Press <Options> and select Hold to put the call on hold.2. Make the second call in the normal way.3. Press <Options> and select Swap to switch between the calls.4. Press <Options> and select End held call to end the call on hold.5. To end the current call, press [].Answering a second callYou can answer an incoming call while already on the phone, if your network supports this function and you have activated the call waiting feature.p. 36 1. Press [] to answer the call. The first call is automatically put on hold.2. Press <Options> and select Swap to switch between the calls.3. Press <Options> and select End held call to end the call on hold.4. To end the current call, press [].Using In-call optionsPress <Options> to access the following options during a call:•Speaker on/Normal: turn on the speakerphone feature or switch back to Normal mode.•Voice clarity on/Voice clarity off: remove extraneous noise and increase call quality so that the person with whom you are speaking can hear you clearly event if you are in a noisy place.•Hold/Retrieve: place the current call on hold, or retrieve the call.•Swap: switch between the current call and a call on hold during a multi-party call.X656.book Page 27 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-30.png)
![29Menu functionsAll menu options listedPhonebookYou can store phone numbers on your SIM card and in your phone’s memory. The SIM card and phone’s memory are physically separate, but they are used as a single entity called Phonebook.To access this menu, press <Phonebook> in Idle mode.Find name Use this menu to search for numbers in Phonebook.Finding a contact1. Enter the first few letters of the name that you want to find.2. Select the name from the list.3. Scroll to a number and press [ ] to dial.Using Phonebook optionsWhile viewing contact details, press <Options> to access the following options:•Edit number: edit contact information.•Change name: change the contact name.•Send message: send an SMS message to the selected number.•Copy: copy the selected number to the phone’s memory or SIM card.•Send via infrared: send the contact via the infrared port. •Delete entry: delete the contact.Add entryUse this menu to add a new contact to Phonebook.Storing a contact in the phone’s memory1. Enter a phone number and press <Save>.2. Select Phone → a number type.3. Enter a name and press <OK>.X656.book Page 29 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-32.png)
![30Menu functions4. To save additional information, press [Left] or [Right] to scroll to the field you want.5. Enter information or change settings.•Mobile/Home/Office/Fax/Other: press <Options> and select Edit number and add a number in any category.•E-Mail: press <Edit> and assign an e-mail address.•Note: press <Edit> and add a memo about the person.•Group: press <Options> and assign the contact to a caller group.•Graphic: press <Options> and assign an image as a caller ID image to alert you to a call from the person.•Alert: press <Options> and assign a ringtone to alert you to a call from the person.6. Press <OK> or <Select>.Storing a contact on the SIM card1. Enter a phone number and press <Save>.2. Select SIM.3. Enter a name and press <OK>.4. If necessary, change a location number.5. Press <OK> to save the contact.Speed-dial listUse this menu to assign speed dial numbers (2 to 8)* for seven of your most frequently dialed numbers.Assigning speed dial entries1. Select a key location from 2 to 8. Key 1 is reserved for your voicemail server and key 9 for emergency call number. (It may vary, depending on your country or service provider.)2. Select Edit number3. Enter a phone number or press <Phonebook> to select one from Phonebook.* The amount of memory available for speed dialing depends on the carrier’s requirements.X656.book Page 30 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-33.png)
![32Menu functions•View image: check the group ID image to alert you to a call from a member of the group.Memory statusUse this menu to check the number of contacts you have stored in the phone’s memory and on the SIM card.Service directoryUse this menu to view the list of Service Dialing Numbers (SDN) assigned by your service provider, including emergency numbers and numbers for directory enquiries. This menu is available if your SIM card supports SDN.Scroll to the number you want and press <Dial> or [].SIM-AT MENU (Menu 1)This menu is available if you use a SIM-AT card that provides additional services, such as news, weather, sports, entertainment, and location services. Available services may vary, depending on your service provider’s plans.For details, see your SIM card instructions or contact your service provider.To access this menu, press <Menu> in Idle mode and select SIM-AT MENU, or press [Down].X656.book Page 32 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-35.png)
![33Menu functions Call records (Menu 2)Call records (Menu 2) Use this menu to view the calls you have dialled, received, or missed, and the length of the calls. You can also check the cost of your calls, if your SIM card supports this function.To access this menu, press <Menu> in Idle mode and select Call records.Missed calls (Menu 2.1)This menu displays the most recent calls that you did not answer.Accessing a call record1. Press [Up] or [Down] to scroll through the call list. 2. Press [ ] to view the details of a call, press [] to dial a number.Using call record optionsWhile viewing call details, press <Options> to access the following options:•Call back: dial the selected number.•Send message: send an SMS or MMS message to the selected number. •Edit: edit the number.•Delete: delete the selected number.•Delete all: delete all call records.Received calls (Menu 2.2) This menu displays the most recent calls you have received.Dialled calls (Menu 2.3)This menu displays the most recent calls you have dialled.Delete all (Menu 2.4) Use this menu to delete all of the records in each call type.1. Press <Select> to select the call types to be cleared. 2. Press <OK>. 3. Press <Yes> to confirm the deletion.X656.book Page 33 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-36.png)
![38Menu functionsConnection tone (Menu 4.4)Use this menu to set the phone to beep when an outgoing call is connected to the system.Key tone (Menu 4.5)Use this menu to select the tone that the phone sounds when you press a key. Minute minder (Menu 4.6)Use this menu to set the phone to beep every minute during a call to keep you informed of the length of your call.Quiet mode (Menu 4.7)Use this menu to set how the phone acts to alert you to a specific event while in Quiet mode.Alerts on call (Menu 4.8) Use this menu to set the phone to beep when you receive a new message or when the time for an alarm comes during a call.Messages (Menu 5) Use the Messages menu to send and receive text messages or multimedia messages. You can also use push message, voicemail, and broadcast message features.To access this menu, press <Menu> in Idle mode and select Messages.Short messages (Menu 5.1)Short Message Service (SMS) allows you to send or receive text messages including pictures, audio clips, and animated images. You can adjust the keypad tone volume using [/] in Idle mode.X656.book Page 38 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-41.png)
![41Menu functions Messages (Menu 5)Multimedia messages (Menu 5.2)Multimedia Message Service (MMS) delivers messages containing a combination of text, image, and sound from phone to phone or from phone to e-mail.Create (Menu 5.2.1) Use this menu to create and send an MMS message.1. Select the Subject line.2. Enter the message subject and press <OK>.3. Select the Picture or Sound line and add an image or sound file.4. Select the Message line and enter the message text.5. Press <Opt.> and select Done.6. Press <Opt.> to access the following options:•Preview: view the message as it will be shown on the recipient’s phone.•Send: send the message.•Add page: add pages. Move to each page by pressing [Left] or [Right] on the message screen.•Page timing: change the duration of page display. After the specified time, the display automatically scrolls to the next page.•Text effect: change the text attributes.•Clear subject/Clear picture/Clear sound/Clear message: remove an added item.•Delete page: delete an added page.•Save message: save the message in the Draft or My folder box.7. When you have finished, press <Opt.> and select Send.8. Select an empty destination field.You can quickly access this menu by press [Up] in Idle mode.• The maximum size allowed for a message can differ, depending on your service provider. • Depending on the file type or DRM (Digital Rights Management) system, some files may not be able to be forwarded.X656.book Page 41 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-44.png)
![47Menu functions Fun box (Menu 6)Login ID: enter the user ID.Password: enter the password. When Proxy use is set to Disable:DNS1: enter the primary DNS address.DNS2: enter the secondary DNS address.APN: enter the access point name of the GPRS network gateway.Login ID: enter the user ID.Password: enter the password. Memory status (Menu 5.8)Use this menu to access memory information for SMS and MMS messages.Fun box (Menu 6)The Fun box menu allows you to use the web browser, play Java games, access images and sounds stored in the phone’s memory, and listen to the FM radio.To access this menu, press <Menu> in Idle mode and select Fun box.WWW services (Menu 6.1)The Wireless Application Protocol (WAP) browser on your phone allows you to access the wireless web. From the wireless web, you can access up-to-date information and a wide variety of media content, such as games, wallpapers, and ringtones.Home (Menu 6.1.1)Use this menu to connect your phone to the network and load the homepage of the wireless web service provider. You can also press [ ] in Idle mode.X656.book Page 47 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-50.png)
![48Menu functionsNavigating the web browserUsing browser optionsFrom any web, press [ ] or select on the top of the screen to access the following options:•Back: return to the previous page.•Home: return to the homepage.•Exit: exit the web browser.•Reload: reload the current page with updated information.•Show URL: display the URL address of the current web page. You can also set the current page as the homepage for the web browser.•About...: view version information for the web browser.Accessing other phone menusFrom any web page, press [ ] to access the following options:•Goto URL: enter a URL address manually.•Bookmark: switch to the Bookmark menu.•Messages: access SMS messages in the Inbox or Outbox. You can also create and send a new SMS message.•Media box: switch to the Media box menu.Exiting the web browserPress [] to end the network connection and exit the browser.Bookmark (Menu 6.1.2)Use this menu to save URL addresses in order to quickly access web pages.Adding a bookmark1. Select an empty location. 2. Enter a URL address and press <OK>.3. Enter a title for the bookmark and press <OK>.To Pressscroll through browser items [Up] or [Down]. select a browser item < >.return to the previous page <Back> or [C].X656.book Page 48 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-51.png)
![52Menu functionsMemory status (Menu 6.2.5)Use this menu to check the total amount of memory for media items and the amount of memory currently in use in each media box.JAVA world (Menu 6.3)Use this menu to access and play Java games and to change the network setting required for accessing the Java server.Downloads (Menu 6.3.1)Use this menu to access the embedded Java games or downloaded Java applications.Accessing an embedded gameSelect a game from the game list and follow the onscreen instructions. The procedure may differ from game to game.Using Java application optionsFrom the application list, press <Options> to access the following options:•Launch: launch the selected application.•Delete: delete the selected application.•Properties: access the application properties.Internet settings (Menu 6.3.2)Use this menu to set up the network settings required for accessing the Java server.•APN: enter the access point name.•Login ID: enter the user ID.•Password: enter the password.•DNS settings: enter a DNS address.Memory status (Menu 6.3.3)Use this menu to check the amount of memory currently being used and memory available for Java applications.You can quickly access this menu by pressing [Right] in Idle mode.X656.book Page 52 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-55.png)
![53Menu functions Fun box (Menu 6)FM radio (Menu 6.4) Use this menu to listen to music or news via the FM radio on your phone. Turning on and listening to the radioFirst, you must connect your phone with the headset, which serves as a radio antenna.1. Plug the connector of the supplied headset into the jack on the left side of the phone.2. From the FM Radio screen, press <Options> and select Power on.3. Press [Left] or [Right] to find the radio station you want. You can also press and hold [Left] or [Right] to scan through available radio stations.Setting up a radio station listYou can store your favorite radio stations to quickly access them without searching through noisy frequencies.1. Plug the connector of the supplied headset into the jack on the left side of the phone.2. From the FM Radio screen, press <Options> and select Power on.3. Scroll to an empty location.4. Press [Left] or [Right] to find the radio station you want. You can also press and hold [Left] or [Right] to scan through available radio stations.5. Press <Options> and select Add.You can quickly access this menu by pressing [Left] in Idle mode.• Press [ / ] to adjust the volume.• You can answer an incoming call or use other phone functions while listening to the radio.• The quality of the radio broadcast depends on the radio station’s coverage in that particular area.X656.book Page 53 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-56.png)
![54Menu functions6. Enter the title for the station and press <OK>.7. Press <OK> when the frequency for the selected radio station displays.To listen to the stored stations, press [Up] or [Down] from the FM Radio screen. Turning off the radioTo turn off the radio, press <Options> from the radio screen and select Power off or disconnect the headset.Using radio optionsOn the FM radio screen, press <Options> to access the following options:•Power on/Power off: turn the radio on or off.•Add: add a radio station.•Edit: edit the title or frequency for a saved radio station.•Self tuning: let the phone automatically scan through and save available radio frequencies.•Remove: remove the selected station or all stations.•Speaker on/Earphone on: change the audio mode to the phone’s speaker or headset.•Volume: select the radio volume.Organiser(Menu 7) The Organizer feature enables you to keep track of your schedule, make a list of tasks, or set alarms. You can also use the phone as a voice recorder, world clock, calculator, converter, and stopwatch.To access this menu, press <Menu> in Idle mode and select Organiser.New memo (Menu 7.1) Use this menu to create a new item.You can quickly access this menu by pressing and holding [C] in Idle mode.X656.book Page 54 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-57.png)
![55Menu functions Organiser(Menu 7)1. Enter the content and press <OK>.2. Select a memo type.3. Select a date on the calendar.4. For Call, enter a phone number you need to dial and press <OK>.For Anniversary, skip to step 6.5. Enter the time for the memo and press <OK>.6. Press <Yes> to set an alarm.7. Enter the time for the alarm to sound and press <OK>.8. Select an alarm tone.Calendar (Menu 7.2)Use this menu to keep track of your monthly schedule.Consulting the calendarWhen you access this menu, the calendar in Month view appears with today’s date indicated by a blue box. Selecting a day• Press [Left] or [Right] to move by day.• Press [Up] or [Down] to move by week.• Press and hold [Up] or [Down] to move by month.• Press and hold [Left] or [Right] to move by year.Using calendar optionsFrom the calendar, press <Options> to access the following options:•Add memo: add a new item. p. 54•Go to date: enter the date you want to access.•View all: view all items stored on the calendar. Press [Left] or [Right] to scroll through the items.•Delete day: delete the items stored for the currently selected date.•Delete all: delete all items on the calendar.X656.book Page 55 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-58.png)
![58Menu functionsVoice recorder (Menu 7.6)Use this menu to record voice memos and review them. A voice memo can be up to one hour long.Record (Menu 7.6.1)Use this menu to record a voice memo.1. Select to start recording. 2. Speak into the microphone.• Select to pause the recording.• Select to resume the recording.3. When you have finished, select . The voice memo is automatically saved.4. Select to review the voice memo.Voices (Menu 7.6.2)Use this menu to access the list of voice memos you have recorded.Playing a voice memoFrom the list, select a voice memo.During playback:• Use the following buttons on the display:• Press [ / ] to adjust the volume.Delete all (Menu 7.6.3)Use this menu to delete all voice memos in the phone’s memory.Settings (Menu 7.6.4)Use this menu to configure settings for recording a voice memos.•Recording time: select a voice recording mode.Buttons FunctionPauses playback.Resumes playback.Moves backward.Moves forward.Stops playback.X656.book Page 58 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-61.png)
![59Menu functions Organiser(Menu 7)Normal: record a voice memo within the limit of the currently available memory.Limit size(for MMS): record a voice memo for adding to an MMS message.•Volume: select a volume level for recording a voice memo.•Default name: change the default prefix for file names.Memory status (Menu 7.6.5)You can access memory information for voice memos.Calculator (Menu 7.7) Use this menu to perform basic arithmetic functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.1. Enter the first number. Press [ ] to insert a decimal point or press [ ] until a bracket displays.2. Press [ ] to access the math function you want.3. Enter the second number.4. Press <Equal> to view the result.5. If necessary, repeat from step 2 to confirm the calculation.Conversion (Menu 7.8)Use this menu for common conversions, such as length and temperature.1. Select a converter.2. Enter the value to be converted and press [Down].• Press [ ] to insert a decimal point.• Press [ ] to change the temperature to above zero (+) or below zero (-).3. Press [Left] or [Right] to select the original unit and press [Down].4. Press [Left] or [Right] to select the unit to which you want to convert.5. Press <OK>.The equivalent value for the amount you entered displays.X656.book Page 59 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-62.png)
![61Menu functions Camera (Menu 8)Taking a photo1. Access the Take photos menu to turn on the camera and switch the phone to Capture mode. You can also press and hold [ ] in Idle mode.2. Make any desired adjustments.• Press < > to use camera options.next section• Use the keypad to change the camera settings or switch to other modes.p. 623. Press [], the left soft key, or [ ] to take a photo. The photo is saved in the My photos folder.Using camera options in Capture modeIn Capture mode, press < > to access the following options:•Mode: take a photo in the following modes:Normal shot: take a photo in the normal mode.Multi-shot: take a series of action stills. Select the number of photos the camera will take.Night mode: take a high quality photo in low lighting conditions.Capture only: set the phone to automatically return to Capture mode after taking a photo.•Effects: change the color tone or apply a special effect.•Rotation: show the mirror image or flip the image vertically.•Timer: set a time delay before the camera takes a photo.•Settings: change the default settings for taking a photo. p. 634.To Pressuse photo options <Options>. p. 62delete the photo <Delete> and then <Yes>.return to Capture mode [C].X656.book Page 61 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-64.png)
![66Menu functionsPrivacy (Menu 9.4.5)Use this menu to lock access to MMS messages or files. When a privacy option is enabled, you must enter the phone password to access the locked items or functions.SIM lock (Menu 9.4.6)This menu allows your phone to work only with the current SIM card by assigning a SIM lock code. You must enter the SIM lock code to use a different SIM card.FDN mode (Menu 9.4.7) If supported by your SIM card, Fixed Dialing Number (FDN) mode restricts your outgoing calls to a limited set of phone numbers. When this feature is enabled, you can make calls only to phone numbers stored on the SIM card.Change PIN2 (Menu 9.4.8)If supported by your SIM card, use this menu to change your current PIN2.Auto redial (Menu 9.5)Use this menu to set the phone to make up to 10 attempts to redial a phone number after an unsuccessful call.Voice clarity (Menu 9.6)Use this menu to increase the microphone’s sensitivity to allow the other person on the phone to hear your voice clearly, even though you may be whispering.Anykey answer (Menu 9.7)Use this menu to answer an incoming call by pressing any key, except for []. When this option is set to Off, you must press <Accept> or [] to answer a call.Active folder (Menu 9.8)Use this menu to answer an incoming call by opening the phone.X656.book Page 66 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-69.png)
![67Side key (Menu 9.9)Use this menu to set whether the phone mutes the call ringer or rejects a call if you press and hold [ / ] when a call comes in.Infrared activation (Menu 9.10)Use this menu to activate the infrared port on your phone to receive data from another IrDA-compatible device.Reset settings (Menu 9.11) Use this menu to reset the phone settings, and sound settings individually. You can also reset all the settings in your phone at the same time.1. Press <Select> to select the setting categories to be reset.2. Press <Yes>.3. Enter the phone password and press <OK>.Solve problemsHelp and personal needsTo save the time and expense of an unnecessary service call, perform the simple checks in this section before contacting a service professional.When you switch on your phone, the following messages may appear:“Insert SIM”• Be sure that the SIM card is correctly installed.“Enter password”• The automatic locking function has been enabled. You must enter the phone’s password before you can use the phone.“Enter PIN”• You are using your phone for the first time. You must enter the PIN supplied with the SIM card.• The PIN check feature is enabled. Every time the phone is switched on, the PIN has to be entered. To disable this feature, use the PIN check menu.The password is preset to 00000000. You can change this password.p. 65X656.book Page 67 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-70.png)
![68Solve problems“Enter PUK”•The PIN has been entered incorrectly three times, and the SIM card is now blocked. Enter the PUK supplied by your service provider.“No service,” “Network failure,” or “Not done” displays• The network connection has been lost. You may be in a weak signal area. Move and try again.• You are trying to access an option for which you have no subscription with your service provider. Contact the service provider for further details.You have entered a number but it was not dialed• Be sure that you have pressed [ ].• Be sure that you have accessed the right cellular network.• Be sure that you have not set an outgoing call barring option.Your correspondent cannot reach you• Be sure that your phone is switched on. ([ ] pressed for more than one second.)• Be sure that you are accessing the correct cellular network.• Be sure that you have not set an incoming call barring option.Your correspondent cannot hear you speaking• Be sure that you have switched on the microphone.• Be sure that you are holding the phone close enough to your mouth. The microphone is located at the bottom of the phone.The phone starts beeping and “Warning Battery low” flashes on the display• Your battery is insufficiently charged. Recharge the battery.The audio quality of the call is poor• Check the signal strength indicator on the display ( ). The number of bars indicates the signal strength from strong ( ) to weak ( ).• Try moving the phone slightly or moving closer to a window if you are in a building.X656.book Page 68 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-71.png)
![75Health and safety informationAreas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often but not always clearly marked. They include below deck on boats, chemical transfer or storage facilities, vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane), areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust or metal powders, and any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine.Emergency callsThis phone, like any wireless phone, operates using radio signals, wireless and landline networks, as well as user-programmed functions, which cannot guarantee connection in all conditions. Therefore, you should never rely solely on any wireless phone for essential communications (medical emergencies, for example).Remember, to make or receive any calls the phone must be switched on and in a service area with adequate signal strength. Emergency calls may not be possible on all wireless phone networks or when certain network services and/or phone features are in use. Check with local service providers.To make an emergency call:1. If the phone is not on, switch it on.2. Key in the emergency number for your present location (for example, 911 or any other official emergency number). Emergency numbers vary by location.3. Press [ ].If certain features are in use (call barring, for example), you may first need to deactivate those features before you can make an emergency call. Consult this document and your local cellular service provider.When making an emergency call, remember to give all the necessary information as accurately as possible. Remember that your phone may be the only means of communication at the scene of an accident; do not end the call until given permission to do so.X656.book Page 75 Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:18 AM](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-78.png)
![Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE) For the following product:GSM850/GSM1800/GSM1900Portable Cellular Telephone (Product description)SGH-X656(Model name)Manufactured at:Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, 94-1 Imsu-Dong, Gumi City, Kyung Buk, Korea, 730-350 (factory name, address*)to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the following standards and/or other normative documents.Safety : EN 60950-1:2001EMC : EN 301 489-01 v1.4.1 (2002-08) EN 301 489-07 v1.2.1 (2002-08): EN 301 489-17 v1.2.1 (2002-08) SAR : EN 50360:2001 EN 50361:2001 Network: EN 301 511 v9.0.2 (2003-03) EN 300 328 v1.4.1 (2003-04)We hereby declare the [all essential radio test suites have been carried out and that] the above named product is in conformity to all the essential requirements of Directive 1999/5/EC.The conformity assessment procedure referred to in Article 10 and detailed in Annex[IV] of Directive 1999/5/EC has been followed with the involvement of the following Notified Body(ies):BABT, Balfour House, Churchfield Road, Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, KT12 2TD, UK Identification mark: 0168The technical documentation kept at:Samsung Electonics Euro QA Lab.which will be made available upon request.(Representative in the EU)Samsung Electronics Euro QA Lab.Blackbushe Business Park, Saxony Way, Yateley, Hampshire, GU46 6GG, UK2005. 07.21 Yong-Sang Park / S. Manager(place and date of issue) (name and signature of authorised person)* It is not the address of Samsung Service Centre. For the address or the phone number of Samsung Service Centre, see the warranty card or contact the retailer where you purchased your phone.](https://usermanual.wiki/Samsung-Electronics-Co/SGHX656/User-Guide-667053-Page-97.png)