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  • Page 1: User Manual

    GT-C3303i user manual...

  • Page 2: Using This Manual

    Using this manual This user manual has been specially designed to guide you through the functions and features of your mobile phone. To get started quickly, refer to "Introducing your mobile phone," "Assembling and preparing your mobile phone," and "Using basic functions." Read me first •...
  • Page 3 Samsung and their respective owners. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Samsung is not liable for such copyright infringement by the user. • This product includes certain free/open source software.

  • Page 4: Instructional Icons

    Refer to: pages with related information; for ► example: ► p. 12 (represents "see page 12") Copyright Copyright © 2011 Samsung Electronics This user manual is protected under international copyright laws. No part of this user manual may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form or...
  • Page 5 Trademarks • SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ® • Bluetooth is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide. • Oracle and Java are registered trademarks of Oracle and/or its affiliates. Other names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introducing your mobile phone .......8 Phone layout ...............8 Icons ................10 Assembling and preparing your mobile phone ...12 Install the SIM card and battery ........12 Charge the battery ............13 Insert a memory card (optional) ........14 Use a stylus and the touch screen......15 Using basic functions..........16 Turn your phone on or off ..........16 Access menus ............16...
  • Page 7 Use advanced messaging functions ......34 Use advanced camera functions ......35 Use advanced music functions .........38 Using tools and applications .........41 Use the Bluetooth wireless feature ......41 Activate and send an SOS message ......42 Activate the mobile tracker ........44 Make fake calls ............45 Record and play voice memos .........45 Edit images ...............46 View photos and videos on the web ......46...

  • Page 8: Introducing Your Mobile Phone

    Introducing your mobile phone In this section, learn about your mobile phone’s layout, keys, and icons. Phone layout...
  • Page 9 Volume key Lock key In Idle mode, adjust the Lock or unlock the touch phone's volume, and make screen and keys (press a fake call (down); In Menu and hold) mode, scroll through menu options; Send an SOS Power/End key message Depending on your service Turn the phone on or off...

  • Page 10: Icons

    Icons Icons shown on the display may vary depending on your region or service provider. Icon Definition Signal strength GPRS network connected EDGE network connected Call in progress Call diverting activate SOS message feature activated Roaming (outside of normal service area) Connecting to secured web page FM radio on Music playback in progress...
  • Page 11 Icon Definition New multimedia message (MMS) New email message New voice mail message Normal profile activated Silent profile activated Current time Battery power level...

  • Page 12: Assembling And Preparing Your Mobile Phone

    Assembling and preparing your mobile phone Get started by assembling and setting up your mobile phone for its first use. Install the SIM card and battery Remove the back cover and insert the SIM card. SIM card Back cover Insert the battery and replace the back cover. Battery...

  • Page 13: Charge The Battery

    Charge the battery Plug the small end of the supplied travel adapter into the multifunction jack. Plug the large end of the travel adapter into a power outlet. While the phone is charging, the touch screen may not function due to an unstable power supply. If this happens, unplug the travel adapter from the phone.

  • Page 14: Insert A Memory Card (Optional)

    Insert a memory card (optional) Your phone accepts microSD™ or microSDHC™ memory cards up to 8 GB (depending on memory card manufacturer and type). • Formatting the memory card on a PC may cause incompatibility with your phone. Format the memory card only on the phone.

  • Page 15: Use A Stylus And The Touch Screen

    Use a stylus and the touch screen Learn basic actions to use the stylus and touch screen. • To avoid scratching the touch screen, do not use sharp tools. • Do not allow the touch screen to come in contact with other electrical devices.

  • Page 16: Using Basic Functions

    When you access a menu requiring the PIN2, you must enter the PIN2 supplied with the SIM card. For details, contact your service provider. • Samsung is not responsible for any loss of passwords or private information or other damages caused by illegal software.

  • Page 17: Use Widgets

    Use widgets Learn to use widgets on the idle screen. • Some of your widgets connect to web services. Selecting a web-based widget may incur additional charges. • Available widgets may vary depending on your region or service provider. To open a widget In Idle mode, scroll left or right to a panel of the idle screen.

  • Page 18: Customise Your Phone

    Customise your phone To set the sound profile To switch to sound profile, In Menu mode, select Settings → Sound profiles. Select a profile you want and select Save. To edit a sound profile, In Menu mode, select Settings → Sound profiles. Select a profile. Customise the sound settings as desired.
  • Page 19 To answer a call When a call comes in, press [ To end the call, press [ To adjust the volume of voice during a call While a call is in progress, press the Volume key up or down to adjust the volume. To use the speakerphone feature Loudspkr to activate the During a call, select...

  • Page 20: Send And View Messages

    Send and view messages To send a text or multimedia message In Menu mode, select Messages → Create message. Select the recipient field → Enter manually. Enter a recipient number and select Done. Select Tap to add text. Enter your message text and select Done. ► p. 21 For sending as a text message, skip to step 7. For attaching multimedia, continue with step 6.

  • Page 21: Send And View Emails

    Send and view emails To send an email In Menu mode, select Messages → Create email. Enter an email address and scroll down. Enter a subject and scroll down. Enter your message text. Attach and add an item (if necessary). Select Select Send to send the email.
  • Page 22 To change the text input mode • Select to switch between T9 and ABC modes. turns green in T9 mode. • Select EN to change the input language. • Select to change case. • Select T9Ab to select an input mode. T9 mode Select appropriate virtual keys to enter an entire word.

  • Page 23: Add And Find Contacts

    Symbol mode Select an appropriate virtual key to enter a symbol. To use other features for text input • To move the cursor, select and then select the virtual navigation key. • To delete characters one by one, select . To delete entire words, tap and hold •...

  • Page 24: Use Basic Camera Functions

    To find a contact In Menu mode, select Contacts → Search. Enter the first few letters of the name you want to find and select Done. Select the contact’s name from the contact list. Use basic camera functions To capture photos In Menu mode, select Camera to turn on the camera.

  • Page 25: Listen To Music

    To record videos Camera to turn on the In Menu mode, select camera. Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape view. Select to switch to Recording mode. Aim the lens at the subject and make any adjustments. Select to start recording. Select to stop recording.
  • Page 26 Select Yes to start automatic tuning. The radio scans and saves available stations automatically. The first time you turn on the FM radio, you will be prompted to start automatic tuning. Control the FM radio using the following icons and keys: Icon/Key Function Turn the FM radio on or off Tune a radio station; Select a saved radio station (tap and hold) Access the favourites list Change the sound output to headset or...
  • Page 27 To listen to music files Start by transferring files to your phone or memory card: • Download from the wireless web. ► p. • Download from a PC with the optional Samsung Kies. ► p. 38 • Receive via Bluetooth. ► p. • Copy to your memory card. ► p. After transferring music files to your phone or memory...

  • Page 28: Browse The Web

    Icon/Key Function Change the equaliser type Change the repeat mode (off, repeating one file, or repeating all files) 1. These icons are shown when you tap the player screen. Browse the web The web browser menu may be labelled differently depending on your service provider. To browse web pages In Menu mode, select Internet to launch your...

  • Page 29: Use Google Services

    Enter a page title and a web address (URL) and select Save. To download applications from the web In Menu mode, select Samsung Apps. Search for and download applications to the phone. Use Google services Google. In Menu mode, select...

  • Page 30: Using Advanced Functions

    Using advanced functions Learn how to perform advanced operations and use additional features of your mobile phone. Use advanced call functions To view and dial missed calls Your phone will display calls you have missed on the display. To dial the number of a missed call, View.

  • Page 31: Conference Call

    To dial a second call If your network supports this function, you can dial another number during a call: Select Hold to place the first call on hold. Enter the second number to dial and press [ Select Swap to switch between the two calls. To answer a second call If your network supports this function, you can answer a second incoming call:...
  • Page 32 To call an international number Keypad and tap and hold 0 to In Idle mode, select insert the + character. Enter the complete number you want to dial (country code, area code, and phone number), and then press [ ] to dial. To call a contact from the phonebook Contacts.

  • Page 33: Use Advanced Phonebook Functions

    Enter a number to reject and select Done. Select Match criteria → an option (if necessary) → Done. Save. Select To add more numbers, repeat steps 4-6. Select numbers to reject. Select Save. Use advanced phonebook functions To create your namecard Contacts → More → In Menu mode, select Settings → My namecard.

  • Page 34: Use Advanced Messaging Functions

    Use advanced messaging functions To use the Bluetooth messenger In Menu mode, select BT msgr. Search. Select Yes to turn on the Bluetooth wireless feature Select (if necessary). Select a device. Enter your message and select Send. Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or the other device’s Bluetooth PIN, or select Yes to send the message.

  • Page 35: Use Advanced Camera Functions

    Use advanced camera functions To capture a series of photos In Menu mode, select Camera to turn on the camera. Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape view. Select → Continuous. Make any necessary adjustments. Tap and hold to take photos. To capture divided photos In Menu mode, select Camera to turn on the camera.
  • Page 36 To capture photos with decorative frames Camera to turn on the In Menu mode, select camera. Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape view. Select → Frame. Select a frame. Make any necessary adjustments. Select to take a photo with the frame. To use camera options Before capturing a photo, select to access the...
  • Page 37 Before recording a video, select to access the following options: Option Function Timer Select the time delay Resolution Change the resolution option White balance Adjust the colour balance Effects Apply a special effect Quality Adjust the quality level for your videos To customise camera settings Before capturing a photo, select → to access the...

  • Page 38: Use Advanced Music Functions

    → Save. Using a PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your phone to a PC. Run Samsung Kies and copy files from the PC to the phone. To transfer data from a PC to your phone with Windows XP, you must have at least Service...
  • Page 39 To copy music files to a memory card Insert a memory card. Settings → PC In Menu mode, select connections → Mass storage → Save. Using a PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your phone to a PC. When connected, a pop-up window will appear on the PC.
  • Page 40 To record songs from the FM radio FM radio. In Menu mode, select Select to start the FM radio. Select a radio station you want. Select Record to start recording. When you are finished recording, select Save. To set up your favourite station list In Menu mode, select FM radio.

  • Page 41: Using Tools And Applications

    Using tools and applications Learn how to work with your mobile phone’s tools and additional applications. Use the Bluetooth wireless feature To turn on the Bluetooth wireless feature In Menu mode, select Bluetooth → Settings. Select Bluetooth to turn on the Bluetooth wireless feature.

  • Page 42: Activate And Send An Sos Message

    To send data using the Bluetooth wireless feature Select the file or item that you want to send from one of your phone’s applications. Select Send via or select More → Send namecard via → Bluetooth (when sending contact data, specify which data to send). To receive data using the Bluetooth wireless feature Enter the PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature...

  • Page 43: Select Multiple

    To activate the SOS message Messages → Settings → In Menu mode, select SOS messages → Sending options. Select Sending SOS to activate the SOS messaging feature. Select Recipients → Add recipients → Contacts. Select Multiple. Select contacts and select Add. Select a number (if necessary). Select Save to save the recipients. Repeats, set the number of times to repeat Select the SOS message, and select Save.

  • Page 44: Activate The Mobile Tracker

    Activate the mobile tracker When someone inserts a new SIM card in your phone, the mobile tracker feature will automatically send the contact number to two recipients to help you locate and recover your phone. To activate the mobile tracker Settings → Security →...

  • Page 45: Make Fake Calls

    Make fake calls You can simulate an incoming call when you want to get out of meetings or unwanted conversations. To activate the fake call feature In Menu mode, select Settings → Call → Fake call → Fake call hot key. To make the fake call In Idle mode, press and hold the Volume key down.

  • Page 46: Edit Images

    Edit images Image editor. In Menu mode, select Select Open or Take photo. Select an image or take a new photo. Select an editing option: Option Function Adjust the brightness, contrast, or Adjust colour of an image. Effects Apply effects to an image Transform Resize, rotate, crop, or flip an image Insert...

  • Page 47: Use Java-Powered Games And Applications

    In Menu mode, select Communities. Select a website or blog you want to view. Enter your user ID and password of the destination (if necessary). Use Java-powered games and applications In Menu mode, select Games. Select a game or application from the list and follow the on-screen instructions.

  • Page 48: Set And Use Alarms

    Set and use alarms Learn to set and control alarms for important events. To set a new alarm In Menu mode, select Alarms. Select Create. Set the details of the alarm and select Save. To stop an alarm When the alarm sounds, •...

  • Page 49: Convert Currencies Or Measurements

    Convert currencies or measurements In Menu mode, select Convertor → a conversion type. Enter the currencies or measurements and units in the appropriate fields. Set a countdown timer In Menu mode, select Timer. Enter the time to count down and select Start. Press [ ] → Yes to set the timer to run in the background (if necessary).

  • Page 50: Create New Tasks

    Create new tasks Task. In Menu mode, select Select Create. Enter the details of the task and select Save. Create a text memo In Menu mode, select Memo. Select Create. Enter your memo text and select Save. Manage your calendar To change the calendar view In Menu mode, select Calendar.

  • Page 51: Look Up Words In A Dictionary

    To view events Calendar. In Menu mode, select Select a date on the calendar. Select an event to view its details. Look up words in a dictionary Learn to look up words in your dictionary and set up your own vocabulary list. To look up words In Menu mode, select Dictionary.

  • Page 52: Back Up Your Data

    To view the history Dictionary. In Menu mode, select More → History to see a list of words you Select have looked up. Back up your data Use Backup manager to back up your data, such as messages, contacts, and tasks to My files. If necessary, you can restore them to your phone.

  • Page 53: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting When you turn on your phone or while you are using the phone, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: Code Try this to solve the problem: When the phone lock feature is enabled, Password you must enter the password you set for the phone.
  • Page 54 • If the touch screen is scratched or damaged, take it to your local Samsung Service Centre. Calls are being dropped When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose your connection to the...

  • Page 55: Audio Quality Is Poor

    Outgoing calls are not connected • Ensure that you have pressed the Dial key. • Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network. • Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone number you are dialling. Incoming calls are not connected •...
  • Page 56 When dialling from contacts, the call is not connected • Ensure that the correct number is stored in the contact list. • Re-enter and save the number, if necessary. • Ensure that you have not set call barring for the contact's phone number.
  • Page 57 Samsung Service Centre. Error messages appear when opening music files Some music files may not play on your Samsung mobile phone for a variety of reasons. If you receive error messages when opening music files on your phone, try the following: •...
  • Page 58 Ensure that your phone and the other Bluetooth device are within the maximum Bluetooth range (10 m). If the tips above do not solve the problem, contact a Samsung Service Centre. A connection is not established when you connect the phone to a PC •...

  • Page 59: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions To prevent injury to yourself and others or damage to your device, read all of the following information before using your device. Warning: Prevent electric shock, fire, and explosion Do not use damaged power cords or plugs, or loose electrical sockets Do not touch the power cord with wet hands, or disconnect the charger by pulling on the cord...
  • Page 60 For safe disposal of your Li-Ion batteries, contact your nearest authorised service centre. Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers specifically designed for your device. Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries or damage to your device.
  • Page 61 • Prevent batteries from contacting metal objects, as this can create a connection between the + and – terminals of your batteries and lead to temporary or permanent battery damage. • Never use a damaged charger or battery. Caution: Follow all safety warnings and regulations when using your device in restricted areas Turn off your device where prohibited...
  • Page 62 Do not use your device in a hospital or near medical equipment that can be interfered with by radio frequency If you personally use any medical equipment, contact the manufacturer of the equipment to ensure the safety of your equipment from radio frequency. If you are using a hearing aid, contact the manufacturer for information about radio interference Some hearing aids may be interfered with by the radio frequency...
  • Page 63 Electronic devices in a motor vehicle may malfunction due to the radio frequency of your device Electronic devices in your car may malfunction due to radio frequency of your device. Contact the manufacturer for more information. Comply with all safety warnings and regulations regarding mobile device usage while operating a vehicle While driving, safely operating the vehicle is your first...
  • Page 64 • Dial sensibly and assess the traffic. Place calls when you are not moving or before pulling into traffic. Try to plan calls when your car will be stationary. If you need to make a call, dial only a few numbers, check the road and your mirrors, then continue. • Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may be distracting. Make people you are talking with aware you are driving and suspend conversations that have the potential to divert your attention from the road.
  • Page 65 • When wet, remove the battery without turning on your device. Dry your device with a towel and take it to a service centre. • Liquids will change the colour of the label that indicates water damage inside the device. Water damage to your device can void your manufacturer’s warranty.
  • Page 66 Do not store your device near magnetic fields • Your device may malfunction or the battery may discharge from exposure to magnetic fields. • Magnetic stripe cards, including credit cards, phone cards, passbooks, and boarding passes, may be damaged by magnetic fields. • Do not use carrying cases or accessories with magnetic closures or allow your device to come in contact with magnetic fields for extended periods of time.
  • Page 67 Using generic batteries or chargers may shorten the life of your device or cause the device to malfunction. • Samsung cannot be responsible for the user’s safety when using accessories or supplies that are not approved by Samsung. Do not bite or suck on the device or the battery •...

  • Page 68: Protect Your Hearing

    • Avoid contact with your device’s internal antenna. Touching the antenna may reduce the call quality or cause the device to transmit more radio frequency than necessary. Internal antenna • Hold the device with a relaxed grip, press the keys lightly, use special features that reduce the number of keys you have to press (such as templates and predictive text), and take frequent breaks.

  • Page 69: Intended Use

    Do not use the device if the screen is cracked or broken Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hands and face. Take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to have it repaired. Do not use the device for anything other than its...
  • Page 70 Avoid disturbing others when using the device in public Do not allow children to use your device Your device is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with it as they could hurt themselves and others, damage the device, or make calls that increase your charges.

  • Page 71: Certification Information

    Be sure to back up important data Samsung is not responsible for data loss. Do not distribute copyright-protected material Do not distribute copyright-protected material that you have recorded to others without the permission of the content owners.

  • Page 72: Correct Disposal Of This Product

    European Radio & Terminal Telecommunications Equipment (R&TTE) directive. For more information about the SAR and related EU standards, visit the Samsung mobile phone website. Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other...
  • Page 73 Correct disposal of batteries in this product (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate battery return systems) This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates that the batteries in this product should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life.
  • Page 74 Content and services are transmitted by third parties by means of networks and transmission facilities over which Samsung has no control. Without limiting the generality of this disclaimer, Samsung expressly disclaims any responsibility or liability for any interruption or suspension of any content or service made available through this device.
  • Page 75 (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...
  • Page 76 Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone depending on the software of the phone or your service provider. Printed in Korea GH68-33223A www.samsungmobile.com English (MEA). 02/2011. Rev. 1.0...

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