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  • Page 1: User Manual

    GT-C6112 user manual...

  • Page 2: Instructional Icons

    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.” Instructional icons Before you start, familiarise yourself with the icons you will see in this manual:...

  • Page 3: Copyright Information

    → Followed by—the order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; for example: In Menu mode, select Messages → Create message (represents Messages, followed by Create message) Square brackets—phone keys; for example: [ ] (represents the Power/ Menu exit key) <...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    contents safety and usage information ... 1 Safety warnings ... 1 Safety precautions ... 4 Important usage information ... 6 introducing your mobile phone ... 12 Unpack ... 12 Phone layout ... 13 Keys ... 14 Display ... 15 Icons ... 16 assembling and preparing your mobile phone ...
  • Page 5 using basic functions ... 22 Turn your phone on and off ... 22 Access menus ... 23 Use the smart home screen ... 23 Customise your phone ... 25 Manage your SIM cards ... 27 Use basic call functions ... 28 Send and view messages ...
  • Page 6 Set a countdown timer ... 60 Use the stopwatch ... 61 Create a new task ... 61 Create a text memo ... 61 Manage your calendar ... 61 Back up your data ... 62 troubleshooting ... a index ... d...

  • Page 7: Safety And Usage Information

    safety and usage information Comply with the following precautions to avoid dangerous or illegal situations and ensure peak performance of your mobile phone. Safety warnings Keep your phone away from small children and pets Keep your phone and all accessories out of the reach of small children or animals.

  • Page 8: Install Mobile Phones And Equipment With Caution

    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 9 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...

  • Page 10: Safety Precautions

    Follow all safety warnings and regulations Comply with any regulations that restrict the use of a mobile phone in a certain area. Use only Samsung-approved accessories Using incompatible accessories may damage your phone or cause injury. Turn off the phone near medical...

  • Page 11: Handle Your Phone Carefully And Sensibly

    Protect batteries and chargers from damage • Avoid exposing batteries to very cold or very hot temperatures (below 0° C/32° F or above 45° C/ 113° F). Extreme temperatures can reduce the charging capacity and life of your batteries. • 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.

  • Page 12: Important Usage Information

    • If your phone has a camera flash or light, avoid using it close to the eyes of children or animals. • Your phone may be damaged by exposure to magnetic fields. Do not use carrying cases or accessories with magnetic closures or allow your phone to come in contact with magnetic fields for extended periods of time.
  • Page 13 • Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use. • Use batteries only for their intended purpose. Handle SIM cards and memory cards with care • Do not remove a card while the phone is transferring or accessing information, as this could result in loss of data and/or damage to the card or phone.

  • Page 14: 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...

  • Page 15: Correct Disposal Of Batteries In This Product

    Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their local government office, for details of where and how they can take these items for environmentally safe recycling. Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract.
  • Page 16 “THIRD PARTY CONTENT AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS." SAMSUNG DOES NOT WARRANT CONTENT OR SERVICES SO PROVIDED, EITHER EXPRESSLY OR IMPLIEDLY, FOR ANY PURPOSE.
  • Page 17 Third party services may be terminated or interrupted at any time, and Samsung makes no representation or warranty that any content or service will remain available for any period of time. Content and services are transmitted by third parties by means of networks and transmission facilities over which Samsung has no control.

  • Page 18: Introducing Your Mobile Phone

    • The items supplied with your phone may 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. • The supplied accessories perform best for your phone.

  • Page 19: Phone Layout

    Phone layout The front of your phone includes the following keys and features: 4-way navigation key Volume key Left softkey Dial key Special function keys The rear of your phone includes the following keys and features: Earpiece Multifunction jack Display SIM selection Confirm key Right softkey...

  • Page 20: Keys

    Keys Function Perform actions indicated at the Softkeys bottom of the display In Idle mode, access user-defined 4-way menus (depending on your service navigation provider, pre-defined menus may differ); Scroll through menu options In Idle mode, launch the web browser or access Menu mode (depending on your service Confirm provider or region, the key may...

  • Page 21: Display

    Function Enter special characters or perform special functions; In Idle mode, Special press and hold [ ] for the silent function profile; In Idle mode, press and hold [ ] to enter a pause between numbers Adjust the phone’s volume Volume Switch between SIM cards when you make calls or send messages;...

  • Page 22: Icons

    Icons Learn about the icons that appear on your display. Icon Definition SIM card and signal strength Call in progress SOS message feature activated GPRS network status EDGE network status Browsing the web Connecting to secured web page Call diverting activated Synchronised with PC Roaming (outside of normal service area) Bluetooth activated...

  • Page 23: 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 When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card, with subscription details, such as your personal identification number (PIN) and optional services.
  • Page 24 2. Insert the SIM card. Your phone has 2 SIM card slots to allow you to use 2 SIM cards and switch between them. p. 27 • Place the SIM card in the phone with the gold-coloured contacts facing down. •...

  • Page 25: Charge The Battery

    Charge the battery Before using the phone for the first time, you must charge the battery. 1. Open the cover to the multifunction jack on the side of the phone. 2. Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the multifunction jack.

  • Page 26: Insert A Memory Card (Optional)

    Insert a memory card (optional) To store additional multimedia files, you must insert a memory card. 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.

  • Page 27: Attach A Hand Strap (Optional)

    5. Lock the memory card cover. 6. Replace the battery cover. To remove the memory card, remove the battery cover, unlock and lift the memory card holder, and remove the memory card. Attach a hand strap (optional) 1. Remove the battery cover. 2.

  • Page 28: Using Basic Functions

    using basic functions Learn how to perform basic operations and use the main features of your mobile phone. Turn your phone on and off To turn your phone on, 1. Press and hold [ 2. Enter your PIN and press <OK> (if necessary). 3.

  • Page 29: Access Menus

    Switch to the offline profile By switching to the offline profile, you can use your phone’s non-network services in areas where wireless devices are prohibited, such as aeroplanes and hospitals. To switch to the offline profile, in Menu mode, select Settings →...
  • Page 30 Customise the smart home screen 1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Display → Smart home. 2. Scroll to Smart idle. 3. Press <Edit>. 4. Select the items to display on the smart home screen. 5. Press <Options> → <Save> → <Set>. You can change the idle screen to another style.

  • Page 31: Customise Your Phone

    4. Scroll to Shortcuts toolbar and press <Options> → Edit shortcuts. 5. Select a menu to change or an empty location and select Edit. 6. Select the menus you want. Press <Options> → Open to select submenus (if necessary). 7. Press <Save>, or press <Options> → Save. Customise your phone Get more from your phone by customising it to match your preferences.
  • Page 32 To create a phone profile, 1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Sound profiles. 2. Scroll to a user profile and press <Edit>. 3. Customise the sound settings as desired. Select a wallpaper (Idle mode) 1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Display → Wallpaper.

  • Page 33: Manage Your Sim Cards

    • The first time you access a menu that requires a password, you will be prompted to create and confirm a password. • Samsung is not responsible for any loss of passwords or private information or other damages caused by illegal software.

  • Page 34: Use Basic Call Functions

    3. Scroll down to Default network and press <Change> → <Yes>. Your phone will automatically reboot. Switch the SIM cards automatically 1. In Menu mode, select Settings → SIM cards management → SIM auto switch. 2. Press <Change>. 3. Select a SIM card. 4.

  • Page 35: Send And View Messages

    Answer a call 1. When a call comes in, press [ 2. To end the call, press [ Adjust the volume To adjust the volume during a call, press the Volume key up or down. Use the speakerphone feature 1. During a call, press the Confirm key to activate the speaker.

  • Page 36: Enter Text

    3. Enter your message text. p. 30 For sending as a text message, skip to step 5. For attaching multimedia, continue with step 4. 4. Press <Options> → Add multimedia and add an item. 5. Press the Confirm key to send the message. Send an email 1.
  • Page 37 Enter text in one of the following modes: Mode Function Press an appropriate alphanumeric key until the character you want appears on the display. 1. Press the appropriate alphanumeric keys to enter an entire word. 2. When the word displays correctly, press [0] to insert a space.

  • Page 38: Add And Find Contacts

    Add and find contacts Learn the basics of using the phonebook feature. Add a new contact 1. In Idle mode, enter a phone number and press <Options>. 2. Select Add to Phonebook → a memory location (phone, SIM 1, or SIM 2) → Create contact. 3.

  • Page 39: View Photos

    • To change the time delay, press the Navigation key down ( • To zoom in or out, press the Volume key. 3. Press the Confirm key to take a photo. The photo is saved automatically. After capturing photos, press <View> to view photos.

  • Page 40: Listen To Music

    Listen to music Learn how to listen to music via the music player or FM radio. Listen to the FM radio 1. Plug the supplied headset into the phone’s multifunction jack. 2. In Menu mode, select Applications → FM radio. 3.
  • Page 41 Listen to music files Start by transferring files to your phone or memory card: • Download from the wireless web. • Download from a PC with the optional Samsung PC Studio. p. 47 • Receive via Bluetooth. p. 52 • Copy to your memory card.

  • Page 42: Browse The Web

    Browse the web Learn to access and bookmark your favourite web pages. • You may incur additional charges for accessing the web and downloading media. • The browser menu may be labelled differently depending on your service provider. • Some services may not be available depending on your region.
  • Page 43 Download contents from the web 1. In Menu mode, select Downloads. 2. Scroll left or right to a SIM card (if necessary). 3. Select a menu according to the content type to download. 4. Search for a ringtone, picture, games, or videos and download it to the phone.

  • Page 44: Using Advanced Functions

    using advanced functions Learn how to perform advanced operations and use additional features of your mobile phone. Use advanced call functions Learn about your phone’s additional calling capabilities. View and dial missed calls Your phone will display calls you have missed on the display.
  • Page 45 Hold a call or retrieve a held call Press <Hold> to place a call on hold or press <Retrieve> to retrieve a held call. Dial a second call If your network supports this function, you can dial another number during a call: 1.
  • Page 46 4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to add more parties (if necessary). 5. To end the multiparty call, press [ Call an international number 1. In Idle mode, press and hold [0] to insert the + character. 2. Enter the complete number you want to dial (country code, area code, and phone number), and then press [ ] to dial.

  • Page 47: Use Advanced Phonebook Functions

    9. Select numbers to reject. 10. Press <Options> → Save. Use advanced phonebook functions Learn to create your namecard, set favourite numbers, and create groups of contacts. Create your namecard 1. In Menu mode, select Phonebook. 2. Press <Options> → Settings → My namecard. 3.

  • Page 48: Use Advanced Messaging Functions

    3. Press <Options> → Create group. 4. Enter a group name and press the Confirm key. 5. To set a group ringtone, scroll to the group and press <Options> → Group ringtone → the Confirm key. 6. Select a ringtone category → a ringtone. 7.
  • Page 49 Insert text templates in new messages 1. In Menu mode, select Messages → Create message or Create email. 2. In the text input field, press <Options> → Add text → Template → a template. Create a message from a multimedia template 1.

  • Page 50: Use Advanced Camera Functions

    6. Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or the other device’s Bluetooth PIN, or press <OK> to send the message. 7. When you are finished chatting, press <Options> → End chat. 8. Press <Yes>. Use advanced camera functions Learn how to capture photos in various modes and customise camera settings.
  • Page 51 Capture photos with decorative frames 1. In Menu mode, select Camera to turn on the camera. 2. Press <Options> → Frame. 3. Select a frame and press the Confirm key. 4. Make any necessary adjustments. 5. Press the Confirm key to take a photo with the frame.
  • Page 52 Customise camera settings Before capturing a photo, press <Options> → Settings to access the following settings: Option Function Quality Adjust the quality of your photos Set whether to use Night shot Night mode mode Set the camera to switch to the Review review screen after capturing photos...

  • Page 53: Use Advanced Music Functions

    2. Using an optional PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your phone to a PC. 3. Run Samsung PC Studio and copy files from the PC to the phone. Refer to the Samsung PC Studio help for more information.
  • Page 54 Synchronise your phone with Windows Media Player 1. In Menu mode, select Settings → PC connections → Media player. 2. Using an optional PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your phone to a PC with Windows Media Player installed. When connected, a pop-up window will appear on the PC.
  • Page 55 Customise your music player settings Learn to adjust the playback and sound settings for your music player. 1. In Menu mode, select Music → Settings → Music player. 2. Adjust the settings to customise your music player: Option Function Sound effects Select the default sound effect Visualisation Select a skin type...
  • Page 56 Set up your favourite radio station list 1. Plug the supplied headset into the phone’s multifunction jack. 2. In Menu mode, select Applications → FM radio. 3. Select a radio station to add to the favourite list. 4. Press <Options> → Add to Favourites. 5.

  • Page 57: 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 Learn about your phone’s ability to connect to other wireless devices for exchanging data and using hands-free features. Turn on the Bluetooth wireless feature 1.
  • Page 58 Find and pair with other Bluetooth- enabled devices 1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Bluetooth → <Search>. 2. Scroll to a device and press <Select>. 3. Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or the other device’s Bluetooth PIN, if it has one, and press <OK>.

  • Page 59: Activate And Send An Sos Message

    Activate and send an SOS message When you have an emergency, you can send an SOS message asking for help. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. 1. In Menu mode, select Messages → Settings → SOS messages →...

  • Page 60: Record And Play Voice Memos

    Make a fake call You must set a shortcut key to make a fake call. p. 26 To make a fake call, • In Idle mode, press and hold the shortcut key. • When the phone is closed, press the shortcut key four times.

  • Page 61: Edit Images

    Play a voice memo 1. From the voice recorder screen, press <Options> → Go to My voice clips. 2. Select a file. Edit images Learn to edit images and apply fun effects. Apply effects to images 1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Image editor.

  • Page 62: Crop An Image

    3. Adjust the image as desired and press <Apply>. 4. Save the edited image with a new file name. Refer to steps 5-6 in “Apply effects to images.” Transform an image 1. Open an image to be edited. Refer to steps 1-2 in “Apply effects to images.”...

  • Page 63: Print Images

    4. Move, resize, or rotate the visual feature or text and press the Confirm key. 5. Save the edited image with a new file name. Refer to steps 5-6 in “Apply effects to images.” Print images Learn to print your images with a USB connection or the Bluetooth wireless feature.

  • Page 64: Use Java-Powered Games And Applications

    3. Select a SIM card (if necessary). 4. Enter the user ID and password of the destination (if necessary). Use Java-powered games and applications Learn to use games and applications powered by award-winning Java technology. Play games 1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Games and more.

  • Page 65: Set And Use Alarms

    To set daylight saving time, press <Options> → Daylight saving on. 4. To add more world clocks, repeat steps 2-3 above. Add a world clock to your display In Dual Clock Display mode, you can view clocks with two different time zones on your display. After you have created world clocks, 1.

  • Page 66: Use The Calculator

    Stop an alarm When the alarm sounds, • Press <Confirm> or the Confirm key to stop the alarm without snooze. • Press <Confirm> or the Confirm key to stop the alarm with snooze or press <Snooze> to silence the alarm for the snooze period. Deactivate an alarm 1.

  • Page 67: Use The Stopwatch

    Use the stopwatch 1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Stopwatch. 2. Press <Start> to begin. 3. Press the Confirm key to record lap times. 4. When you are finished, press <Stop>. 5. Press <Reset> to clear recorded times. While recording the lap times, the interval between lap times is recorded.

  • Page 68: Back Up Your Data

    Create an event 1. In Menu mode, select Organiser → Calendar. 2. Press <Options> → Create → an event type. 3. Enter the details of the event as required. 4. Press <Save> or the Confirm key. View events 1. In Menu mode, select Organiser → Calendar. 2.

  • Page 69: Troubleshooting

    troubleshooting If you are having trouble with your mobile phone, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a service professional. 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,...
  • Page 70 The phone prompts you to insert the SIM card. Ensure that the SIM card is installed correctly. Your phone displays “No networks found” or “Network error.” • When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception. Move to another area and try again.
  • Page 71 The audio quality of the call is poor. • Ensure that you are not blocking the phone’s internal antenna. • When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception. Move to another area and try again. You select a contact to call, but the call is not dialled.

  • Page 72: Index

    index alarms creating, 59 deactivating, 60 stopping, 60 Backup manager battery charging, 19 installing, 17 low battery indicator, 19 Bluetooth activating, 51 receiving data, 52 sending data, 52 Bluetooth messenger browser see web browser calculator see tools, calculator calendar see tools, calendar calls advanced functions, 38 answering additional calls, 39...
  • Page 73 contacts adding, 32 creating groups, 41 finding, 32 converter see tools, converter countdown timer see tools, countdown timer FM radio listening to, 34 recording songs, 49 headset images adjusting, 55 applying effects, 55 cropping, 56 inserting visual features, 56 printing, 57 transforming, 56 internet see web browser...
  • Page 74 offline profile phone lock photos advanced capturing, 44 basic capturing, 32 viewing, 33 radio see FM radio Recycle bin ringtone shortcuts toolbar silent profile SIM card SIM card management Smart home screen SOS message stopwatch see tools, stopwatch templates inserting, 43 multimedia, 42 text, 42 text...
  • Page 75 wallpaper web browser adding bookmarks, 36 downloading contents, 37 launching homepage, 36 Windows Media Player world clock creating, 58 setting dual display, 59...
  • Page 77 (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.
  • Page 78 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 World Wide Web Code No.:GH68-25261A http://www.samsungmobile.com English (EU). 11/2009. Rev. 1.1...

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