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Printed in Korea
World Wide Web
Code No.:GH68-27084A
http://www.samsungmobile.com
English (EU). 12/2009. Rev. 1.0

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  • Page 1 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.:GH68-27084A http://www.samsungmobile.com English (EU). 12/2009. Rev. 1.0...

  • Page 2: User Manual

    GT-S5150 user manual...

  • Page 3: 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 4: 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 5: 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 6 using basic functions ... 22 Turn your phone on and off ... 22 Access menus ... 23 Use shortcut menus from the shortcut toolbar ... 23 Customise your phone ... 24 Use basic call functions ... 26 Send and view messages ... 27 Add and find contacts ...
  • Page 7 Set a countdown timer ... 57 Use the stopwatch ... 57 Create new tasks ... 58 Create new memos ... 58 Manage your calendar ... 58 troubleshooting ... a index ... d...

  • Page 8: 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 9: 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 10 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 11: 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 12: 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 13: Important Usage Information

    • If your phone has a camera flash or light, avoid using it. • 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 14 • Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use. • Use batteries only for their intended purpose. Handle SIM cards or 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 15: 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 16: 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 17 “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. SAMSUNG EXPRESSLY...
  • Page 18 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 19: 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 20: Phone Layout

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

  • Page 21: Keys

    Keys Function Perform actions indicated at the Softkeys bottom of the display Scroll through menu options; In Idle mode, move among the home screen shortcuts. When 4-way the home screen shortcuts are navigation deactivated, access user-defined menus (depending on your service provider, pre-defined menus may differ) Select the highlighted menu...

  • Page 22: Display

    Function Adjust the phone's volume; With the phone closed, turn on the external LED (press and hold); Volume Silence a ringtone for incoming calls or reject calls (press and hold) In Idle mode, turn on the camera (press and hold); In Camera Camera mode, take a photo or record a video...

  • Page 23: Icons

    Icons Learn about the icons that appear on your display. Icon Definition Signal strength GPRS network connected Transferring data via GPRS network EDGE network connected Transferring data via EDGE network Call in progress SOS message feature activated Connecting to secured web page Browsing the web Call diverting activated Roaming (outside of normal service area)

  • Page 24: 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) with subscription details, such as your personal identification number (PIN) and optional services.
  • Page 25 2. Insert the SIM card. • Place the SIM card in the phone with the gold-coloured contacts facing down. • Without inserting a SIM card, you can use your phone’s non-network services and some menus. 3. Insert the battery. 4. Replace the battery cover.

  • Page 26: 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 27: 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 28 4. Close the memory card cover. 5. Lock the memory card cover. 6. Insert the battery and replace the battery cover. To remove the memory card, remove the battery cover and battery, unlock and lift the memory card cover, and then remove the memory card.

  • Page 29: 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 30: Access Menus

    Access menus To access your phone’s menus, 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> to access Menu mode. You may need to press the Confirm key to access Menu mode depending on your region or service provider. 2. Use the Navigation key to scroll to a menu or option.

  • Page 31: Customise Your Phone

    Customise your phone Get more from your phone by customising it to match your preferences. Adjust the volume of the key tones In Idle mode, press the Volume key up or down to adjust the key tone volume. Switch to or from the silent profile In Idle mode, press and hold [ ] to silence or unsilence your phone.
  • Page 32 Select a wallpaper (Idle mode) 1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Display and light → Home screen. 2. Scroll left or right to Images. 3. Select Wallpaper. 4. Select an image category → an image. 5. Press <Select> → <Save>. Select a theme for the display 1.

  • Page 33: Use Basic Call Functions

    • 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: Send And View Messages

    Use the speakerphone feature 1. During a call, press the Confirm key → <Yes> to activate the speaker. 2. To switch back to the earpiece, press the Confirm key again. In noisy environments, you may have difficulty hearing the calls while using the speakerphone feature.

  • Page 35: Enter Text

    3. Enter your message text. p. 28 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 36 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 appropriate alphanumeric keys to enter an entire word. 2. When the word displays correctly, press the Confirm key.

  • Page 37: Add And Find Contacts

    Add and find contacts Learn the basics of using the phonebook feature. The memory location to save new contacts may be preset depending on your service provider. To change the memory location, in Menu mode, select Phonebook → <Options> → Settings → Save new contact to →...

  • Page 38: Use Basic Camera Functions

    Use basic camera functions Learn the basics to capture and view photos and videos. Capture photos 1. In Idle mode, press and hold [ camera. 2. Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape view. 3. Aim the lens at the subject and make any adjustments.

  • Page 39: Listen To Music

    4. Aim the lens at the subject and make any adjustments. • To adjust the brightness, press the Navigation key up or down. • To zoom in or out, press the Navigation key left or right or press the Volume key. 5.
  • Page 40 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. 44 • Receive via Bluetooth. • Copy to your memory card.

  • Page 41: Browse The Web

    If you select My files → Memory card → a music file, you cannot skip forward or backward during playback. Browse the web Learn to access and bookmark your favourite web pages. • You may incur additional charges for accessing the web and downloading media. •...

  • Page 42: 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 43 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 44 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 45: Use Advanced Phonebook Functions

    Use advanced phonebook functions Learn to create your namecard, set speed dial numbers, and create groups of contacts. Create your namecard 1. In Menu mode, select Phonebook. 2. Press <Options> → My namecard. 3. Enter your personal details. 4. Press <Save>, or press <Options> → Save. You can send your namecard by attaching it to a message or email or transferring it via the Bluetooth wireless feature.

  • Page 46: Use Advanced Messaging Functions

    Create a group of contacts By creating groups of contacts, you can assign group names, ringtones, and caller ID photos to each group or send messages to an entire group. Start by creating a group: 1. In Menu mode, select Phonebook. 2.
  • Page 47 Create a multimedia template 1. In Menu mode, select Messages → Templates → Multimedia message templates. 2. Press <Options> → Create. 3. Create a multimedia message, with a subject and desired attachments, to use as your template. p. 27 4. Press <Options> → Save as template to save the template.

  • Page 48: Use Advanced Camera Functions

    4. Scroll to a device and press <Select>. 5. Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or the other device’s Bluetooth PIN, if it has one, and press <OK>. When the owner of the other device enters the same PIN or accepts the connection, pairing is complete.
  • Page 49 Capture divided photos 1. In Idle mode, press and hold [ camera 2. Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape view. 3. Press < > → Shooting mode → Mosaic. 4. Select an image layout and press the Confirm key. 5. Make any necessary adjustments. 6.
  • Page 50 Option Function White balance Adjust the colour balance Viewfinder mode Change the preview screen Shortcuts View the shortcut information Before capturing a video, press < > to access the following options: Option Function Size Select the resolution option Timer Select the time delay Effects Apply a special effect White balance...

  • Page 51: Use Advanced Music Functions

    1. Using an optional PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your phone to a PC. > → Settings → 2. Run Samsung PC Studio and copy files from the PC to the phone. Refer to the Samsung PC Studio help for more information.
  • Page 52 3. Enter a title for your new playlist and press <Save>. 4. Select the new playlist. 5. Press <Options> → Add → Tracks. 6. Select the files you want to include and press <Add>. Customise your music player settings Learn to adjust the playback and sound settings for your music player.
  • Page 53 Set up your favourite radio station list 1. Plug the supplied headset into the phone’s multifunction jack. 2. In Menu mode, select FM radio. 3. Press the Confirm key to start the FM radio. 4. Select a radio station to add to the favourite list. 5.

  • Page 54: 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 55 Find and pair with other Bluetooth- enabled devices 1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Bluetooth → Search for new devices. 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 56: 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. 1. In Menu mode, select Messages → Settings → SOS messages → Sending options. 2. Scroll left or right to On. 3.

  • Page 57: Make Fake Calls

    To activate the mobile tracker, 1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Security → Mobile tracker. 2. Enter your password and press <OK>. 3. Scroll left or right to On. 4. Scroll down and press the Confirm key to open the recipient list.

  • Page 58: Record And Play Voice Memos

    Make a fake call You must set a shortcut key to make a fake call. p. 25 To make a fake call, In Idle mode, press and hold the shortcut key. Record and play voice memos Learn to operate your phone’s voice recorder. Record a voice memo 1.

  • Page 59: Edit Images

    Edit images Learn to edit images and apply fun effects. Apply effects to images 1. In Menu mode, select My files → Images → My photos → a photo file. 2. Press <Options> → Edit. 3. Press <Options> → Effects → an effect option (filter, style, warp, or partial blur).

  • Page 60: View Photos And Videos On The Web

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

  • Page 61: Use Java-Powered Games And Applications

    1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Communities. 2. Select a destination you want to view. 3. Enter your 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.

  • Page 62: Create And View World Clocks

    Launch applications 1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Games and more → an application. 2. Press <Options> to access a list of various options and settings for your application. Create and view world clocks Learn to view the time in another region and set world clocks to appear on your display.

  • Page 63: Set And Use Alarms

    6. Select Clock. 7. Scroll left or right to Dual. 8. Scroll down, and then scroll left or right to select a dual clock style. 9. Press <Set> → <Save>. Set and use alarms Learn to set and control alarms for important events. Set a new alarm 1.

  • Page 64: Use The Calculator

    Use the calculator 1. In Menu mode, select Organiser → Calculator. 2. Use the keys that correspond to the calculator display to perform basic mathematical operations. Convert currencies or measurements 1. In Menu mode, select Organiser → Convertor → a conversion type. 2.

  • Page 65: Create New Tasks

    Create new tasks 1. In Menu mode, select Organiser → Task. 2. Press <Options> → Create. 3. Enter the details of the task. 4. Press <Save>, or press <Options> → Save. Create new memos 1. In Menu mode, select Organiser → Memo. 2.
  • Page 66 View events To view events of a specific date, 1. In Menu mode, select Organiser → Calendar. 2. Select a date on the calendar. 3. Select an event to view its details. To view events by event types, 1. In Menu mode, select Organiser → Calendar. 2.

  • Page 67: 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 68 The phone prompts you to insert the SIM card. Ensure that the SIM card is installed correctly. Your phone displays “Service unavailable” or “Not done.” • When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception. Move to another area and try again.
  • Page 69 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 70: Index

    index alarms creating, 56 deactivating, 56 stopping, 56 battery charging, 19 installing, 17 low battery indicator, 19 Bluetooth activating, 47 receiving data, 48 sending data, 48 Bluetooth messenger browser see web browser calculator see tools, calculator calendar see tools, calendar calls advanced functions, 35 answering additional calls, 36...
  • Page 71 contacts adding, 30 creating groups, 39 finding, 30 convertor see tools, convertor countdown timer see tools, countdown timer external LED fake calls see calls, making fake calls FM radio listening to, 32 storing stations, 45 headset images adjusting, 52 applying effects, 52 cropping, 53 inserting visual features, 53 transforming, 53...
  • Page 72 41 capturing, 31 editing, 52 viewing, 31 radio see FM radio ringtone Samsung PC Studio shortcut keys see shortcuts shortcuts silent profile SIM card SOS message stopwatch see tools, stopwatch task see tools, task...
  • Page 73 videos capturing, 31 viewing, 32 voice memos playing, 51 recording, 51 volume call volume, 26 key tone volume, 24 wallpaper web browser adding bookmarks, 34 launching homepage, 34 world clock creating, 55 setting dual display, 55...
  • Page 74 (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.

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