Samsung GT-I8510/8 Quick Start Manual
Samsung GT-I8510/8 Quick Start Manual

Samsung GT-I8510/8 Quick Start Manual

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The user manual is available on the Samsung website.

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  • Page 1: Quick Start

    Samsung I8510 Quick Start Guide The user manual is available on the Samsung website.
  • Page 2: Using This Guide

    Using this guide This Quick Start Guide has been specially designed to guide you through the functions and features of your device. Instructional icons Before you start, familiarise yourself with the icons you will see in this guide: Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment...
  • Page 3: Safety Warnings

    Safety and usage information Comply with the following precautions to avoid dangerous or illegal situations and ensure peak performance of your device. Safety warnings Keep your device away from small children and pets Keep your device and all accessories out of the reach of small children or animals.
  • Page 4: Handle And Dispose Of Batteries And Chargers With Care

    Safety and usage information 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. • Never dispose of batteries in a fire. Follow all local regulations when disposing used batteries.
  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    Follow all safety warnings and regulations Comply with any regulations that restrict the use of a mobile device in a certain area. Use only Samsung-approved accessories Using incompatible accessories may damage your device or cause injury.
  • Page 6 Safety and usage information Turn off the device near medical equipment Your device can interfere with medical equipment in hospitals or health care facilities. Follow all regulations, posted warnings, and directions from medical personnel. Turn off the device or disable the wireless functions when in an aircraft Your device can cause interference with...
  • Page 7 Handle your device carefully and sensibly • Do not allow your device to get wet— liquids can cause serious damage. Do not handle your device with wet hands. Water damage to your device can void your manufacturer’s warranty. • Avoid using or storing your device in dusty, dirty areas to prevent damage to moving parts.
  • Page 8: Important Usage Information

    Safety and usage information Important usage information Use your device in the normal position Avoid contact with your device’s internal antenna. Allow only qualified personnel to service your device Allowing unqualified personnel to service your device may result in damage to your device and will void your warranty.
  • Page 9 The Declaration of Conformity at the back of this manual demonstrates your device’s compliance with the European Radio & Terminal Telecommunications Equipment (R&TTE) directive. For more information about the SAR and related EU standards, visit the Samsung mobile phone website.
  • Page 10: Correct Disposal Of This Product

    Safety and usage information Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life.
  • Page 11 • Quick Start Guide • Travel adapter (charger) • PC data cable • Samsung PC Studio CD The items supplied with your phone may vary depending on the software and accessories available in your region or offered by your service provider.
  • Page 12: Front View

    Front view Front camera Earpiece lens Get to know 4-way Display your device navigation key Trackpad/ Confirm key Volume key Right softkey Left softkey Gallery key Menu key End/Power key Talk key User defined key 2 Multifunction jack Alphanumeric User defined key 1 keys Delete key Special function...
  • Page 13: Rear View

    Rear view Flashbulb Camera mode switch Memory card slot Camera key Internal antenna Keys Rear camera lens Speaker Battery cover Function Perform actions indicated at the bottom of the display Open the main menu; Show all active applications (press and hold) Move through lists or menus;...
  • Page 14 Get to know your device Function Make or answer a call; In Standby mode, access call logs Turn the device on or off (press and hold); Access the Quick Menu; End a call; Exit an application Open the defined application Delete Open the defined application Enter numbers and characters;...
  • Page 15 Icons Icon Definition Signal strength (GSM/GPRS network) Signal strength (WCDMA network) Signal strength (HSDPA network) Alarm activated New text message New voice mail message New email message Sending a message Call diverting active (if you have multiple lines, a number will indicate which line is diverted) Active phone line 2 Missed call...
  • Page 16: Insert The Sim Card And Battery

    Assemble and prepare your device Insert the SIM card and battery 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Insert the SIM card. Insert the card with the gold-coloured contacts facing the device.
  • Page 17: Charge The Battery

    3. Insert the battery. 4. Replace the battery cover. Charge the battery 1. Open the cover to the multifunction jack on the side of the device. 2. Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the device. 3. Plug the large end of the travel adapter into a power outlet.
  • Page 18: Insert A Memory Card (Optional)

    Assemble and prepare your device Insert a memory card (optional) By inserting a memory card, you can store multimedia files and messages or back up your important information. Your phone accepts microSD™ memory cards up to 8 GB (depending on memory card manufacturer and type).
  • Page 19: Turn On Your Device For The First Time

    Turn on your device for the first time 1. Press and hold [ ] to turn on your device. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to set the region, city, current time, and the date. Your device will automatically connect to the cellular network. Unlock the external keys When you close your device, it automatically locks the external keys.
  • Page 20: Use Basic Call Functions

    Use basic call functions Make a voice call 1. In Standby mode, enter an area code and phone number. 2. Press [ ] to dial the number. 3. To end the call, press [ Make a video call 1. In Standby mode, enter an area code and phone number.
  • Page 21: Enter Text

    Change the text input mode Press [ ] to switch between the following text input modes: • Predictive mode (initial capital) Enter text • Predictive mode (lower case) • Normal mode (initial capital) • Normal mode (lower case) • Number mode To access symbols, press [ ].
  • Page 22: Enter Text In Predictive Mode

    Enter text Enter text in Predictive mode In Predictive mode, your device attempts to predict the word you are entering to save you time and keystrokes. To enter a word in Predictive mode, 1. Press each alphanumeric key one time only for each letter needed.
  • Page 23: Work With Applications

    Work with applications Open applications or folders 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu]. 2. Scroll to an application and press the Confirm key. Refer to the user manual to learn more about viewing and managing documents with your device. Switch applications Your device allows you to multi-task by running multiple applications at the same time.
  • Page 24: Close Applications

    Work with applications Close applications To close the current application, press To close an application that is running in the background, 1. Press and hold [Menu] to open a list of applications. 2. Scroll to an application and press [C]. 3.
  • Page 25: Capture A Photo

    Use basic camera functions Do not manually open or impact the lens cap to prevent damage to the lens cap or camera. Capture a photo 1. Press and hold the Camera key to turn on the camera. 2. Rotate the device 90° anti-clockwise (to the left). 3.
  • Page 26: Record A Video

    Use basic camera functions Record a video 1. Press and hold the Camera key to turn on the camera. 2. Rotate the device 90 anti-clockwise (to the left). 3. Slide the Camera mode switch to [ 4. Aim the lens at the subject and make any adjustments.
  • Page 27: Listen To Music

    Add music files to your device Use the following methods to add music files to your device: • Download files from a PC, using the supplied Samsung PC Studio software • Copy files to a memory card and insert the card into the device •...
  • Page 28 Listen to music 5. Use the following during playback: Function Pause or resume playback Confirm Navigation Stop playback (Down) Restart playback; Skip Navigation backward (press within 3 (Left) seconds); Scan backward (press and hold) Skip forward; Scan forward Navigation (press and hold) (Right) Adjust the volume up or down Volume...
  • Page 29: Activate A Profile

    Customise your device Your device includes preset profiles that control ringtones, key tones, and alerts and themes that control skins, wallpaper, and menu layouts. You can activate profiles for different situations, personalise profiles, apply themes, and download new themes from the web.
  • Page 30: Apply A Theme

    Customise your device Apply a theme 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Settings Themes. 2. Scroll to a category and press the Confirm key: • General - choose a skin for your display. • Menu view - choose a layout of the display.
  • Page 31: The User

    For more information, view the Samsung I8510 user manual. The manual is available on the Samsung website (http://www.samsungmobile.com). The manual is available as an Adobe Acrobat file (.pdf). If you do not have Adobe Reader, you can download the...
  • Page 32 2008.07.23 (place and date of issue) 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 product. Samsung Electronics Yong-Sang Park / S.
  • Page 33 Some of the contents in this guide may differ from your device depending on the software of the device or your service provider. Printed in Korea Code No.:GH68-19283A World Wide Web English (EU). 04/2009. Rev. 2.2 http://www.samsungmobile.com...

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