127RReeffeerreennccee IInnffoorrmmaattiioonn126RReeffeerreennccee IInnffoorrmmaattiioonnBarring PasswordThe 4-digit barring password is required when you usethe Call Barring function. You obtain the passwordfrom your service provider when you subscribe to thisfunction. See page 92 for further details.Using the BatteriesYour phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ionstandard battery. Additional batteries can be obtainedfrom your SAMSUNG dealer.Precautions When Using Batteries• Never use any charger or battery that is damagedin any way.• Use the battery only for its intended purpose.• If you use the phone near the network’s basestation, it uses less power; talk and standby timesare greatly affected by the signal strength on thecellular network and the parameters set by thenetwork operator.• Battery charging times depend on the remainingbattery charge and the type of battery and chargerused. The battery can be charged and dischargedhundreds of times, but it will gradually wear out.When the operation time (talk time and standbytime) is noticeably shorter than normal, it is timeto buy a new battery.PIN2The PIN2, supplied with some SIM cards, is required toaccess specific functions, such as call cost counters.These functions are only available if supported by yourSIM card.If you key in an incorrect PIN2 three times insuccession, key in the PUK2 and press OK. Key in anew PIN2 and press OK. Key in the new PIN2 againand press OK.PUKThe PUK (Personal Unblocking Key) is required tochange a blocked PIN. The PUK may be supplied withthe SIM card. If not, contact your local serviceprovider.If you key in an incorrect PUK ten times insuccession, the SIM card cannot be used anymore.Contact your service provider for a new card.You cannot change the PUK. If you lose it, contactyour service provider.PUK2The PUK2, supplied with some SIM cards, is requiredto change a blocked PIN2.If you key in an incorrect PUK2 ten times insuccession, you cannot use the functions requiringthe PIN2. Contact your service provider for a newcard.You cannot change the PUK2. If you lose it, contactyour service provider.