Samsung 7212010 User Manual

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GT-I5800L Series
P O R T A B L E
Q u a d - B A N D
M O B I L E
P H O N E
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating your
phone, and keep it for future reference.
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  • Page 1 GT-I5800L Series P O R T A B L E Q u a d - B A N D M O B I L E P H O N E User Manual Please read this manual before operating your phone, and keep it for future reference. I5800L_UG_EN_07212010_D6...
  • Page 2: Intellectual Property

    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.
  • Page 3 RSA® is a registered Trademark RSA Security, Inc. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. This product has an Android platform based on Linux, which can be expanded by a variety of JavaScript-based software. Google , Android Market , Google Talk...
  • Page 4 The privacy and copyright laws of Canada govern the disclosure, reproduction and distribution of data, media and other content, including music and video content. Certain activities, including downloads or transfer by any means (including, via cable, Bluetooth® or otherwise) of such content may be an infringement of privacy or copyright law. Neither Samsung Electronics...
  • Page 5 IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING FROM THE BREACH OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY, INCLUDING INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR BENEFITS.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Section 1: Important Safety Precautions ... 5 Important Safety Precautions ......5 Road Safety at All Times ......5 Switch Off When Refueling .
  • Page 7 Using the Touch Screen ......25 Using the idle screen ......26 Use the shortcuts panel .
  • Page 8 Section 8: Connectivity ... 87 Bluetooth ........87 Wi-Fi .
  • Page 9 Section 12: Warranty ... 120 Standard Limited Warranty ..... . . 120 Index ... 126...
  • Page 10: Section 1: Important Safety Precautions

    Section 1: Important Safety Precautions Important Safety Precautions Please read these guidelines before using your wireless phone. Failure to comply with them may be dangerous or illegal. Road Safety at All Times Do not use your phone while driving, park the vehicle first. Obey all regulations that restrict the use of mobile phones while driving.
  • Page 11: Keep Your Phone Away From Small Children And Pets

    Keep your phone away from small children and pets Keep your phone and all accessories out of the reach of small children or animals. Small parts can cause choking or serious injury if swallowed. Protect your hearing Excessive exposure to sound at high volumes can cause hearing damage.
  • Page 12: Special Regulations

    Do not use the phone if the screen is cracked or broken Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hand and face. Bring the phone to a Samsung Service Centre to replace the screen. Damage caused by careless handling will void your manufacturer’s warranty.
  • Page 13: Handle And Dispose Of Batteries And Chargers With Care

    Important!: Using a non-supported battery might damage your phone. Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers specifically designed for your phone. Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries or damage to your phone.
  • Page 14: Section 2: Assembling

    The items supplied with your phone might vary depending on the • software and accessories available in your region or offered by your service provider. You can obtain additional accessories from your local Samsung • dealer. Warning!: If your phone has a touch screen display, please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a non-metallic stylus.
  • Page 15 When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card loaded with your subscription details, such as your personal identification number (PIN), available optional services, and many other features. Important!: The plug-in SIM card contacts and its information can easily be damaged by scratching or bending, so be careful when handling, inserting, or removing the card.
  • Page 16 until the card locks into place. Note: Make sure the card’s gold contacts face into the phone and that the angled upper-left corner of the card is positioned as shown above. Note: If the card is not inserted correctly, the phone will not detect the SIM card.
  • Page 17: Installing The Memory Card

    32 GB (depending on the memory card’s manufacturer and type). Note: Samsung uses approved industry standards for memory cards, but some brands might not be fully compatible with your phone. Using an incompatible memory card might damage your phone or the memory card and can corrupt data stored on the card.
  • Page 18: Removing The Memory Card

    it locks into place. Note: Make sure the microSD’s gold contact pins face upward and that the card is securely inserted. Replace the back cover. Removing the memory card Before removing a memory card, you must first unmount it for safe removal. To remove the memory card: In Idle mode, select Applications →...
  • Page 19: Charging The Battery

    You can also charge the phone by connecting it to a PC with a PC data cable. Note: Use only Samsung-approved batteries, cables, and chargers. When your battery is low, the phone will emit a warning tone and display a low battery message.
  • Page 20 • If your phone is not charging properly, bring it and the travel adapter to a Samsung Service Centre. When the battery is fully charged, unplug the travel adapter from the phone and then from the power...
  • Page 21: Attach A Hand Strap (Optional)

    Tip: Do not remove the battery before removing the travel adapter. Doing this can damage the phone. Note: Failure to unplug the wall charger before you remove the battery, can damage the phone. Charge with the PC data cable To charge the battery using the PC data cable: Before charging, ensure that your PC is turned on.
  • Page 22: Switching The Phone On Or Off

    and hook it over the small projection. Replace the back cover. Switching the Phone On or Off To turn your phone on: Press and hold to turn your phone on. An activation screen launches and the phone automatically searches for a network.
  • Page 23: Lock Or Unlock The Touch Screen And Keys

    Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys You can lock the touch screen and keys to prevent any unwanted phone operations. To lock/unlock the touch screen: To lock, press . To unlock, turn on the touch screen by pressing any key and then flick the window with your finger. Assembling...
  • Page 24: Section 3: Getting Started

    Section 3: Getting Started Features of Your Phone Your phone is lightweight, easy-to-use and offers many significant features. The following list outlines a few of the features included with your phone. The touch screen provides a quick response to a variety of menus •...
  • Page 25: Front View Of Your Phone

    Front View of Your Phone Proximity Sensor: Turns off the phone’s touch screen display when a call is in progress. Light Sensor: Adjusts the touch screen brightness to suit the amount of available light in the current location. Volume Key: Adjusts the ringer volume while in standby mode or adjusts the voice volume during a call.
  • Page 26: Back View Of Your Phone

    Mouthpiece: Allows callers to hear you. Back Key: Returns to the previous menu or to the previous page within the Web browser. Touch Screen: Shows the information needed to operate your phone, such as the received signal strength, phone battery level, time, etc. Earpiece: Allows you to hear the caller.
  • Page 27: Display Icons

    Multifunction Jack: Allows you to connect a travel adapter or other accessories, such as a USB/data cable. Headset Jack: Allows you to connect a hands-free headset for convenient, hands-free conversations. Camera Lens: Allows you to take pictures and shoot videos when you are in Camera mode. Back Cover: Allows you to access to the battery, SIM card, and memory card.
  • Page 28 Wi-Fi activated: Displays when Wi-Fi is activated. Bluetooth activated: Displays when Bluetooth is activated. Bluetooth headset connected: Displays when a Bluetooth headset has been paired with the phone. GPS activated: Displays when the GPS is activated. Voice call in progress: Displays when a voice call is in progress.
  • Page 29 Memory card inserted: Displays when an internal microSD™ memory card is detected No SIM card: Indicates that a SIM card has not been installed in the phone. New text or multimedia message: Displays when a text or multimedia message is received. New email message: Displays when a new email message is received.
  • Page 30: Using The Touch Screen

    Music playback in progress: Displays when music is being played on your phone. Error occurred or caution required: Displays when an error occurs on your phone. Battery power level: Displays the battery’s charge level. The more bars you see, the more power remains. Current time: Displays the current local time.
  • Page 31: Using The Idle Screen

    • Samsung Widgets: Add Samsung widgets to the idle screen. (AccuWeather Clock, Buddies now, Calendar Clock, Daily Briefing, Dual Clock, Feeds and Updates, and Y! Finance Clock.) You can also select Samsung Apps to open the Samsung Apps page and select from the list. Getting Started...
  • Page 32 (Facebook, MySpace Friend Updates, MySpace Search, MySpace Status Updater, and Picture frame, Power control, Search, Twidroid, Twidroid Large, Twidroid Small, YouTube.) • Shortcuts: Add shortcuts to items. (Applications, Bookmark, Contact, Direct dial, Direct message, Directions & Navigation, Google Mail label, and Settings.) •...
  • Page 33: Use The Shortcuts Panel

    When the item and the trash turn red, release the item. Use the shortcuts panel In Idle mode or while using an application, tap the indicator icons area at the top of the touch screen and drag your finger down to open the shortcuts panel. You can activate or deactivate wireless connection features and access a list of a notifications, such as messages, calls, events, or processing status.
  • Page 34 directly to the corresponding main menu screen. Select an application. • When you use applications provided by Google, you must have a Google account. If you do not have a Google account, you will need to sign up for one. •...
  • Page 35: Customise Your Phone

    you have accessed recently. Select the application that you want to access. Customise your phone You can customize your phone to suit your preferences. Set current time and date To set the current time and date: In Idle mode, select Applications and then select Settings →...
  • Page 36 Wallpaper gallery. Select an image. Select Set wallpaper or Save. Note: Samsung is not responsible for any use of default images or wallpapers provided on your phone. Adjust the display brightness To adjust the brightness of the screen: In Idle mode, select Applications and then select Settings →...
  • Page 37: Protecting Your Phone

    If you do not want the phone to require the pattern, clear the checkbox next to Require pattern in Location and security. Tip: If you forget your unlock pattern, bring your phone to a Samsung Service Centre to unlock it. Note: Samsung is not responsible for any loss of passwords or private information or other damages caused by illegal software.
  • Page 38: Activate The Mobile Tracker

    In Idle mode, select Applications and then select Settings → Location and security → Set up SIM card lock → Lock SIM Card. Enter your PIN and select OK. • Once the PIN lock has been enabled, you must enter the PIN each time you turn on the phone.
  • Page 39: Enter Text

    To use the mobile tracker: Tap and hold the text input field Select Input method. Select a keyboard type: Swype or Samsung keypad. Enter text using the Swype keyboard You can enter text by dragging your finger over the keyboard from one letter to another until the word is complete.
  • Page 40 Tip: A blue line appears on the keyboard, joining the letters as they are selected. Lift your finger after touching the last character. The word is inserted into the text input field. Repeat steps 1-4 to continue entering text. Tip: Tap and hold each key to enter additional characters.
  • Page 41 To hide the Swype keyboard, press Tip: To view help information about using the Swype keyboard, select Enter text using the Samsung keypad You can enter text by selecting individual keys or by writing on the screen. To use the Samsung keypad:...
  • Page 42: Using Android Market

    Switch between ABC mode and Symbol/Number mode. Change the text input method or access the keyboard settings (tap and hold). Clear your input. Start a new line. Insert a space. Copy and paste text While you are entering text, you can use the copy and paste feature to use text in other applications.
  • Page 43: Download Files From The Web

    Android Market provides you with a quick way of shopping for games and mobile applications. Note: Depending on your region, this feature might be unavailable. Your phone will save user files from downloaded applications to • the internal moviNAND™ memory. To save the files to the memory card, connect your phone to a PC and copy them from moviNAND to the memory card.
  • Page 44: Synchronize Data

    Tip: Some media files include Digital Rights Management to protect copyrights. This protection might prevent you from downloading, copying, modifying, or transferring some files. To download files from the web: In Idle mode, select Applications and then select Internet. Search for a file or application and download it. To install applications downloaded from websites other than Android Market, you must select Applications →...
  • Page 45: Google Search

    Select Auto-sync. Under Manage accounts, select an account name. Select the applications that you want to synchronize. To exclude applications from automatic synchronisation, clear the check boxes next to the applications that you want to exclude. To synchronize data manually: In Idle mode, select Applications and then select Settings →...
  • Page 46: Section 4: Communication

    Section 4: Communication Calling You can use calling functions, such as making and answering calls, using options available during a call and customizing and using call-related features. Make and answer a call You can use the buttons or the touch screen to make, accept, end and reject calls.
  • Page 47: Use The Headset

    Tip: When the phone is ringing, press the Volume key to mute the ringtone. To end the call, select End call. To reject a call: When a call comes in, slide the red phone icon. The caller will • hear a busy tone. To send a message when you reject incoming calls, select Reject •...
  • Page 48: View And Dial Missed Calls

    You can use the following options while a call is in progress: Volume keys: Press the Volume keys up or down to adjust • the voice volume. Speaker: Activate the speakerphone. • Tip: In noisy environments, you might have difficulty hearing some calls while using the speakerphone feature.
  • Page 49: Additional Features

    Additional features Various other call-related features, such as auto rejection, Fixed Dialing Number (FDN) mode, call forwarding, or call blocking can be used with your phone. Show phone number You can control how your phone number is shown on other phones.
  • Page 50: Fixed Dialing Number Mode

    In Idle mode, select Applications and then select Settings → Call settings → All Calls → Answering call. Select an option: • Answering mode: Enables or disables Answering mode. • Answering key: Toggle on to be able to answer your phone by pressing any key.
  • Page 51: Call Forwarding

    mode. Call forwarding Call forwarding is a network feature that allows you to send incoming calls to a specified number. You can set this feature separately for several conditions when you are not able to answer calls, such as when you are already on the phone or when you are outside of the service area.
  • Page 52: Messages

    In Idle mode, select Applications and then select Settings → • Call settings → Voice call → Call waiting. Your setting will be sent to the network. View call logs You can view logs of your calls filtered by their types. To view call logs: In Idle mode, select Phone →...
  • Page 53: Multimedia Messages

    recent recipients or contact groups by selecting Recent or Group. Select the checkboxes next to the contact names and then select Add. Select the text input field and enter your message text. • To insert emoticons, press Select Send to send the message Multimedia messages To send a multimedia message: In Idle mode, select Messaging →...
  • Page 54: Google Mail

    Select a text or multimedia message from the message thread. Sent messages are displayed in blue icons and received messages are displayed in yellow icons. In the message view, use the following options: → Forward: Forward a message. • → Lock message: Protect the message from being •...
  • Page 55 screen appears. The total number of unread messages displays in the title bar and unread messages display in bold. If you have labelled a message, its label appears in a colored rectangle on the message. Note: This feature may be unavailable depending on your region. To send an email message: In Idle mode, select Applications and then select Google Mail.
  • Page 56: Email

    Organize email by labels You can organize your email by labeling your messages or by adding stars to mark important messages. You can also sort messages by label filter. To add a label to a message: From the Inbox screen, tap and hold a message. Select Change labels.
  • Page 57 from which you want to retrieve messages. To send an email message: In Idle mode, select Applications, select Email and then select an email account. Press → Compose. Select Contacts. • You can enter an email address manually or select one from the recent recipients or contact groups by selecting another button.
  • Page 58: Talk

    • Reply all: Reply to the message and include all recipients. • Open: View an attachment. • Save: Save an attachment to your phone. • → Forward: Forward the message to others. • Talk You can chat with friends and family using Google Talk™. Note: Depending on your region, this feature might be unavailable.
  • Page 59: Section 5: Entertainment

    Section 5: Entertainment Camera Learn how to capture and view photos and videos. You can take photos at resolutions of up to 2048 x 1536 pixels (3.2 mega pixels) and videos at resolutions up to 320 x 240 pixels. Tip: To use the camera, you must first insert a memory card.
  • Page 60 adjustments to the camera’s settings. Number Function Check the camera status and settings. Resolution • Exposure metre type • Number of photos you can take • (according to available memory) Storage location • Change the shooting mode. Change the scene mode. Adjust the exposure value or select + to increase or –...
  • Page 61 Capture a photo. View the photo or video you captured last. Press the Volume key to zoom in or out. Select to take a photo, which is saved automatically. After taking photos, select to view them. • Scroll left or right: View more photos. •...
  • Page 62 Select Make any necessary adjustments to the camera’s settings. Select to take the photo. Capture a series of photos You can easily take a series of photos of moving subjects. This is useful when you are photographing a sporting event or children at play.
  • Page 63: Capture A Combined Photo

    Select to take the first photo. Slowly move the phone in any direction and align the green frame with the viewfinder. • When you have aligned the green frame and the viewfinder, the camera will automatically take the next photo. Repeat step 6 to complete the panoramic photo.
  • Page 64: Capture A Photo Of Action

    landscape view. Select → Add me. Make any necessary adjustments to the camera’s settings. Select to take the first photo. • The left half of the first photo appears as a transparent guide for the next photo. Make any necessary adjustments with the aid of the guide.
  • Page 65 Before taking a photo, select → following options: Option Function Macro Activate Macro mode to take closeup photos. Timer Select the length of the delay before the camera takes a photo. Resolution Change the resolution option. White Adjust the color balance according to the current balance lighting conditions.
  • Page 66: Camcorder

    Set the camera to include location information for your photos. To improve GPS signals, avoid shooting in • locations where the signal might be obstructed, such as between buildings or in low-lying areas, or in poor weather conditions. Shutter Set the camera shutter to make a sound when sound taking a photo.
  • Page 67 Number Function Check the camcorder status and settings. Resolution • Length of video that can be • captured (according to available memory). Storage location • Change the recording mode (for attaching to a multimedia message or for saving normally). Adjust the exposure value or select + to increase or –...
  • Page 68: Video Player

    Customise camcorder settings Before capturing a video, select following options: Option Function Timer Select the length of the delay before the camera starts recording a video. Resolution Change the resolution option. White Adjust the color balance according to the current balance lighting conditions.
  • Page 69 Tip: Some file formats are not supported depending on the software of the phone. Tip: If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error can occur when you open files. To play a video: In Idle mode, select Applications and then select Video Player.
  • Page 70: Gallery

    Activate the 5.1 channel surround sound system when a headset is connected. Pause playback or select Skip forward or scan forward in a file (tap and hold). Change the ratio of the video screen. Gallery You can view photos and play videos saved on your memory card.
  • Page 71 the arrows on the tab at the bottom or drag the tab left or right. Select a photo (without an icon) to view it. While viewing a photo, use the following options: Scroll left or right: View more photos. • : Zoom in or out.
  • Page 72: Music Player

    If the file size exceeds the available memory an error can occur when you open files. Tip: Samsung is not responsible for any use of default music files provided on your phone. To add music files to your phone: Start by transferring files to your phone or memory card: Download from the wireless web.
  • Page 73 Tip: You need to transfer music files to your phone or memory card before you can play music. In Idle mode, select Applications and then select Music Player. Scroll left or right to a music category. Select a music file. Number Function Adjust the volume.
  • Page 74 Activate Shuffle mode. The icon appears when you tap the player screen. Move to a point of the file by dragging or tapping the bar. The icon appears when you tap the player screen. Restart the playback or skip backwards. You can also scan backwards in a file (tap and hold).
  • Page 75 Select the album image to begin playback. Select to pause or resume the current playback. Drag around the circle to select a track. • To switch to another category, select All, and then select a category. To create a playlist: In Idle mode, select Applications and then select Music Player.
  • Page 76: Youtube

    Option Function Equalizer Select a default equalizer type. Effect Select a sound effect. Music menu Select music categories to display on the music library screen. Visualization Select an animated visualization to display during playback. YouTube YouTube is a free online video streaming service. You can view and share videos using YouTube.
  • Page 77 Number Function Scan backward in a file. Move to a point in the file by dragging the bar. Scan forward in a file. Pause playback or select To share videos: In Idle mode, select Applications and then select YouTube. Tap and hold a video. Select Share and select a sharing option: Bluetooth, Facebook, Google Mail, Messaging.or Twidroid.
  • Page 78: Section 6: Personal Information

    Section 6: Personal Information Contacts You can create and manage the list of your personal or business contacts that is stored on the phone's memory or on a SIM card. You can save names, mobile phone numbers, home phone numbers, email addresses, birthdays, etc.
  • Page 79 Phone or email account. To find a contact: In Idle mode, select Contacts. Scroll up or down in the contact list. Select a contact’s name. Once you find a contact, you can: Call: Selecting a number or select Call to call the contact. •...
  • Page 80 Press → Get friends. Select Add account. Follow the on-screen instructions. To create a group of contacts: By creating groups of contacts, you can manage multiple contacts and send messages or email to an entire group. Start by creating a group. In Idle mode, select Contacts →...
  • Page 81: Calendar

    Select the item that you want to view. Calendar You can create and manage daily, weekly, or monthly events and set alarms to remind yourself of important events. To create an event: In Idle mode, select Applications and then select Calendar.
  • Page 82: Memo

    Tip: You can send the event to others by pressing and selecting an option. To stop an event alarm: If you set an alarm for a calendar event, the event’s alarm icon will appear at the specified time. Open the shortcuts panel at the top of the screen. Select a reminder to view more details about the event.
  • Page 83 In Idle mode, select Applications and then select Voice Recorder. Select to start recording. Speak into the microphone. When you are finished, select • Your memo is saved automatically. To record more voice memos, select bottom of the screen. To play a voice memo: In Idle mode, select Applications and then select Voice Recorder.
  • Page 84 Pause playback or select playback. Tip: You can send the voice memo to others by pressing Share and selecting a sharing option. To delete a voice memo: In Idle mode, select Applications and then select Voice Recorder. Select In the playlist, select the voice memo that you want to delete.
  • Page 85: Section 7: Web

    Section 7: Web Web services require a data connection. Contact your operator to choose the best data plan. Internet You can use your phone to access and bookmark your favorite web pages. Note: You might incur additional charges for accessing the web and downloading media.
  • Page 86 • multiple pages and switch back and forth between them. → Refresh: Reload the current web page. • → Forward: Go to the next page in history. • → More → Add bookmark: Bookmark the current web • page. → More → Find on page: Search for text on the web •...
  • Page 87 • screen. Share link: Send the web address (URL) of the web page to • others. Copy link URL: Copy the web address (URL) of the web • page. Delete bookmark: Delete the bookmark. • Set as homepage: Use the web page as your homepage. •...
  • Page 88: Layar

    Tip: You can add a web page to the bookmark list by selecting the star icon on the right. Layar Layar allows you to browse locations for real-time local information or maps using your phone’s camera and to share the information with others. In Idle mode, select Applications and then select Layar.
  • Page 89 To search for a specific location: In Idle mode, select Applications and then select Maps. Press → Search. Use one of the following methods: • Enter the address. • Enter the category of the business. • Select an address that you have visited or a category from the list.
  • Page 90: Daily Briefing

    “Download applications from Android Market” on page 37. Samsung Apps Samsung Apps allows you to easily download an abundance of useful applications to your phone and to keep them updated. Featuring a wealth of games, news, reference, social networking, widgets, health related applications, and more, Samsung Apps gives you instant access to a huge selection of mobile experiences.
  • Page 91 Samsung Widgets from the list. To launch downloaded applications, in Idle mode, select • Applications and then select the required application. To use Samsung Apps, your phone must be connected to the • internet using a cellular connection or Wi-Fi. Note: You might incur additional charges when accessing the internet and downloading applications.
  • Page 92: Section 8: Connectivity

    Note: Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth wireless feature. Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that •...
  • Page 93 To find and pair with other Bluetooth enabled devices: In Idle mode, select Applications and then select Settings → Wireless and network → Bluetooth settings → Scan devices. Select a device. Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or the other device’s Bluetooth PIN, if it has one, and select OK.
  • Page 94: Wi-Fi

    data from the device (if necessary). Received data is saved to the appropriate application or folder according to its type. For example, a music or sound clip is saved in the sound folder and a contact is saved in the phonebook. Wi-Fi You can use your phone’s wireless networking capabilities to activate and connect to any wireless local area network...
  • Page 95: Allshare

    To add a WLAN manually: In Idle mode, select Applications and then select Settings → Wireless and network → Wi-Fi settings → Add Wi-Fi network. Enter the SSID for the network and select the security type. Set the security settings depending on the selected security type.
  • Page 96 Share media Turn on video sharing, image sharing, or music sharing with other DLNA-enabled devices. Access point Select a connection profile to use for DLNA network connections. Upload from Set whether or not to accept the upload from other devices other devices.
  • Page 97: Pc Connections

    PC. To connect with Samsung Kies: Note: Ensure that Samsung Kies is installed on your PC. You can download the program from the Samsung website (www.samsungmobile.com). In Idle mode, select Applications and then select Settings →...
  • Page 98 Note: Ensure that Windows Media Player is installed on your PC. In Idle mode, select Applications and then select Settings → About phone → USB settings → Media player. Press to return to Idle mode. Using the optional PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your phone to a PC on which Windows Media Player has been installed.
  • Page 99 Using the optional PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your phone to a PC. • When connected, open the shortcut panel and select USB connected → Mount. Open the folder to view the files. Copy files from the PC to the memory card. Tip: To disconnect the phone from the PC, click the USB device icon on the Windows task bar and select the option for safely removing...
  • Page 100: Section 9: Tools

    Section 9: Tools Clock You can use the clock to set and control alarms and world clocks. You can also use it as a stopwatch or count-down timer. To set a new alarm: In Idle mode, select Applications and then select Clock →...
  • Page 101: Calculator

    To create a world clock: In Idle mode, select Applications and then select Clock → World clock. Select Add city or press → Add. Enter a city name or select one from the city list. To add more world clocks, repeat steps 2-3. Tip: To apply the summer time to the clocks, press settings...
  • Page 102: My Files

    To use the calculator: In Idle mode, select Applications and then select Calculator. Use the keys to perform basic mathematical operations. Tip: Rotate the phone counter-clockwise to switch to the landscape view. To view the calculation history: In Idle mode, select Applications and then select Calculator.
  • Page 103: Voice Dialer

    • Bluetooth visibility, or Settings. Voice Dialer You can dial a number or open an application by voice. Tip: Depending on your region, recognized languages might vary. To call a contact by voice dialing: You can call numbers directly by saying the contact’s name or number.
  • Page 104 • Save: Save the text as a memo or calendar event. Send a message, log into a community service to upload the text, or create a memo or event according to the selected option.
  • Page 105: Section 10: Settings

    Section 10: Settings To access the Settings menu: In Idle mode, select Applications and then select Settings. Select a setting category and then select an option. Wireless and network You can change the settings for wireless network connections. Flight mode Disables all wireless functions on your phone.
  • Page 106: Call Settings

    You can set up and manage Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). Mobile networks Data roaming: Set the phone to connect another network when • you are roaming or when your home network is not available. Access Point Names: Set up access point names (APNs). •...
  • Page 107: Sound And Display

    Auto redial: Activate auto redial to automatically redial a call that • was not connected or cut off during a call. Fixed Dialing Numbers Enable FDN: Activate or deactivate FDN mode to restrict calls to • numbers in the FDN list. You must enter the PIN2 supplied with your SIM card and reboot the phone.
  • Page 108: Location And Security

    • the keys on the dialing screen. Audible selection: Set the phone to sound when you select an • application or option on the touch screen. Haptic feedback: Set the phone to vibrate when you touch the • keys. Vibration intensity: Adjust the vibration intensity of the haptic •...
  • Page 109 • Set recipient: Set up recipients to receive a tracking message from your lost phone. • Samsung account: Set up your Samsung web account to control your lost phone remotely. • Change password: Change your mobile tracker password.
  • Page 110: Applications

    • Allow mock locations: Allow mock locations and service information to be sent to a Location Manager service for testing. This is for application development. Samsung Apps: Select a network connection (Wi-Fi or packet • switched data network) to get application update notification from Samsung apps.
  • Page 111: Privacy

    Background data: Select this setting to use the auto-sync • feature. The auto-sync will run in the background and synchronize data without opening applications. Auto-sync: Set the phone to automatically synchronize contact, • calendar, and email data. Privacy You can change the settings for managing your settings and data.
  • Page 112 Select locale: Select a display language for all menus and • applications. Select Input Method Swype Language: Select a language for text input. • Tip: You cannot enter text in some languages. To enter text, you need to change the writing language to one of the supported languages.
  • Page 113: Accessibility Settings

    Handwriting settings: Customise the settings for Handwriting • mode, such as recognition time. Tutorial: Learn how to enter text using the Samsung keypad. • Accessibility settings Set a type or intensity of the vibration as your preference.
  • Page 114: Text-To-Speech

    Text-to-speech Change the settings for the text-to-speech feature that reads text aloud from messages or applications that support the feature. Listen to an example: Listen to an example of the spoken text. • Install voice data: Download and install voice data for the text- •...
  • Page 115: Section 11: Safety

    Section 11: Safety Getting the Most Out of Your Reception Keeping Tabs on Signal Strength The quality of each call you make or receive depends on the signal strength in your area. Your phone informs you of the current signal strength by displaying a number of bars next to the signal strength icon.
  • Page 116 to human exposure to RF signals. More than 120 scientists, engineers and physicians from universities, government health agencies and industries developed this updated standard after reviewing the available body of research. In 1993, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted this updated standard in a regulation. In August 1996, the FCC adopted hybrid standard consisting of the existing ANSI/IEEE standard and the guidelines published by the National Council of Radiation Protection and...
  • Page 117: Ul Certified Travel Adapter

    FOR CONNECTION TO A SUPPLY NOT IN Canada, USE AN ATTACHMENT PLUG ADAPTER OF THE PROPER CONFIGURATION FOR THE POWER OUTLET. UL Certified Travel Adapter The Travel Adapter for this phone has met applicable UL safety requirements. Please adhere to the following safety instructions per UL guidelines.
  • Page 118: Following Safety Guidelines

    • Let the person you are speaking to know you are driving; if necessary, suspend the call in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions. • Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while driving. • Dial sensibly and assess the traffic; if possible, place calls when stationary or before pulling into traffic.
  • Page 119 Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices, such as pacemakers and hearing aids, to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF signals. Note: Always turn off the phone in health care facilities and request permission before using the phone near medical equipment. Turning Off Your Phone Before Flying Turn off your phone before boarding any aircraft.
  • Page 120: Caring For The Battery

    The guidelines listed below help you get the most out of your battery’s performance. • Use only Samsung approved batteries and travel adapters. These chargers are designed to maximize battery life. Using other batteries or chargers voids your warranty and may cause damage.
  • Page 121: Acknowledging Special Precautions And Industry Canada

    • Don’t attempt to disassemble or short-circuit the battery. • The battery may need recharging if it has not been used for a long period of time. • It’s best to replace the battery when it no longer provides acceptable performance. When used correctly, the battery can be recharged hundreds of times before it needs replacing.
  • Page 122: Information To User

    Any changes or modifications to your phone not expressly approved in this document could void your warranty for this equipment, and void your authority to operate this equipment. Only use approved batteries, antennas and chargers. The use of any unauthorized accessories may be dangerous and void the phone warranty if said accessories cause damage or a defect to the phone.
  • Page 123 Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) for Wireless Phones The SAR is a value that corresponds to the relative amount of RF energy absorbed in the head of a user of a wireless handset. The SAR value of a phone is the result of an extensive testing, measuring and calculation process.
  • Page 124: Owner's Record

    Head: 0.68 W/Kg. • Body-worn: 0.31 W/Kg. • Owner’s Record The model number, regulatory number and serial number are located on a nameplate inside the battery compartment. Record the serial number in the space provided below. This will be helpful if you need to contact us about your phone in the future.
  • Page 125: Standard Limited Warranty

    What is Covered and For How Long? SAMSUNG Electronics Canada Inc. ("SAMSUNG") warrants to the original purchaser ("Purchaser") that SAMSUNG's phones and accessories ("Products") are free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for the period commencing upon the date of...
  • Page 126 Product and the sellers' name and address. To obtain assistance on where to deliver the Product, call Samsung Customer Care at 1- 800-Samsung. Upon receipt, SAMSUNG will promptly repair or replace the defective Product. SAMSUNG may, at...
  • Page 127 WHAT ARE THE LIMITS ON SAMSUNG'S WARRANTY/ LIABILITY? EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY CONTAINED HEREIN, PURCHASER TAKES THE PRODUCT "AS IS," AND SAMSUNG MAKES NO WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION AND THERE ARE NO CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY...
  • Page 128 ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE, USE, OR MISUSE OF, OR INABILITY TO...
  • Page 129 Limited Warranty, or make additional warranties binding on SAMSUNG. Accordingly, additional statements such as dealer advertising or presentation, whether oral or written, do not constitute warranties by SAMSUNG and should not be relied upon. Samsung Electronics Canada, Inc. Warranty...
  • Page 130 ©2010 Samsung Electronics Canada Inc. Samsung is a registered trademark of Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. and its related entities. No reproduction in whole or in part allowed without prior written approval. Specifications and availability subject to change without notice. #861826 v2 | 4032342...
  • Page 131 Index Alarm Clock New alarm Stop an alarm AllShare Customise DLNA settings Play files Android Market Download Install Application Uninstall Application Answering Mode Applications Access Access Recent Organize Assembling Setting Up Your Phone Auto Reject Battery Charging Installing PC data cable Travel adapter Bluetooth Enable...
  • Page 132 Options Reject Reject with message Settings Call Barring Call Forwarding Call Functions Call Log Call Waiting Camcorder Capture Video Customise Camera Action Capture a photo Combined photo Panoramic photo Preset options Series of photos Settings Smile shot mode Charging battery Clock Alarm clock Stopwatch...
  • Page 133 Email Send message Set up account View message Fixed Dialling Number Flight mode Gallery Play a video Share images or videos View a photo Getting Started Google Latitude Google Mail Organize Send an email View messages Google Maps Change map view Find location Get directions Google Latitude...
  • Page 134 Access the album list Add music files Add songs to the quick list Play music Settings My Files PC Connections Mass storage device Samsung Kies Windows Media Player Wireless modem PC data cable Using Phone Back View Front View Switching On/Off...
  • Page 135 Samsung keypad Settings Samsung Kies SAR values Security Lock SIM Card Mobile Tracker Unlock Pattern Settings About phone Accessibility Accounts and sync Applications Bluetooth Calls Date and time Display Fixed Dialing Numbers Locale Location Memory card Mobile networks Privacy Samsung keypad...
  • Page 136 Change Keyboard Type Copy Paste Samsung Keypad Swype Keyboard Text Messages Timer Touch Screen Brightness Lock Using Travel Adapter Using Understanding Your Phone Features of Your Phone Unlock Touch Screen USB connection Vibrate Mode Video Player Play a video Voice Dialer...
  • Page 137 Write and Go YouTube Share videos Upload videos Watch videos...

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