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  • Page 1 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 device. Instructional icons Before you start, familiarise yourself with the icons you will see in this manual: Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution—situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment...

  • Page 3: Copyright Information

    → Followed by—the order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; for example: Select Messaging → New message (represents Messaging, followed by New message) Square brackets—device keys; for example: [ ] (represents the Power key) Copyright information Rights to all technologies and products that comprise this device are the property of their respective owners:...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    contents safety and usage information ... 1 Safety warnings ... 1 Safety precautions ... 3 Important usage information ... 6 introducing your device ... 11 Unpack ... 11 Device layout ... 12 Keys ... 13 Icons ... 14 getting started with your device ... 16 Assemble and prepare your mobile device ...
  • Page 5 Customise your device ... 26 Enter text ... 27 Download applications from Android Market ... 29 Download files from the web ... 30 Synchronise data ... 31 communication ... 33 Calls ... 33 Text and multimedia messages ... 37 Google Mail™ ... 38 Email messages ...
  • Page 6 settings ... 64 Wireless controls ... 64 Call settings ... 66 Sound & display ... 67 Data synchronization ... 68 Security & location ... 69 Applications ... 70 SD card & phone storage ... 71 Date & time ... 71 Locale &...

  • 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 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 8: Avoid Interference With Pacemakers

    Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers specifically designed for your device. Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries or damage to your device.

  • Page 9: Safety Precautions

    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 10 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. Turn off the device near medical...
  • Page 11 Handle your device carefully and sensibly • Do not disassemble your phone due to a risk of electric shock. • Do not allow your phone to get wet—liquids can cause serious damage and will change the colour of the label that indicates water damage inside the phone.

  • Page 12: Important 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 13 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 device website.

  • Page 14: Correct Disposal Of This Product

    Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life.

  • Page 15: Correct Disposal Of Batteries In This Product

    “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 16 YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES." 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...

  • Page 17: Introducing Your Device

    • Travel adapter (charger) • User manual The items supplied with your device 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.

  • Page 18: Device Layout

    Device layout The front of your device includes the following keys and features: Earpiece Volume key Confirm key Menu key Dial key The rear of your device includes the following keys and features: Multifunction jack Microphone Proximity sensor for recording videos Camera lens Touch screen...

  • Page 19: Keys

    Keys Function Open a list of options available on Menu the current screen Scroll through applications or menu Navigation options Confirm Confirm your selection or input Back Return to the previous screen Open the Home screen; Open the Home list of recent programs (press and hold) Make or answer a call;...

  • Page 20: Icons

    Icons Learn about the icons that appear on your screen. Icon Definition Signal strength GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected Roaming (outside of normal service area) GPS activated More status icons are available (touch the icon to see them) Call in progress Missed call Icon...
  • Page 21 Icon Definition Silent mode activated Music playback in progress Wireless functions disabled Battery power level Alarm activated...

  • Page 22: Getting Started With Your Device

    getting started with your device Learn about basics to start using your device. Assemble and prepare your mobile device Get started by assembling and setting up your mobile device 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 23 To install the SIM card and battery, 1. Remove the battery cover. If the device is on, turn it off. 2. Insert the SIM card. • Place the SIM card in the device with the gold-coloured contacts facing down. • Without inserting a SIM card, you can use p.

  • Page 24: Charge The Battery

    3. Insert the battery. 4. Replace the battery cover. Charge the battery Before using the device for the first time, you must charge the battery. 1. Open the cover to the multifunction jack on the top of the device. 2. Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the multifunction jack.
  • Page 25 Improperly connecting the travel adapter can cause serious damage to the device. Any damages by misuse are not covered by the warranty. 3. Plug the large end of the travel adapter into a power outlet. 4. When the battery is fully charged (the no longer moving), unplug the travel adapter from the power outlet.
  • Page 26 2. Unlock the memory card holder. 3. Lift the memory card holder and insert a memory card as shown. 4. Close the memory card holder. 5. Lock the memory card holder. 6. Replace the battery cover.

  • Page 27: Turn Your Device On And Off

    Removing a memory card Before removing a memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. 1. Open the application list ( p. 25) and → select Settings SD card & phone → storage Unmount SD card under External SD card. 2.

  • Page 28: Use The Touch Screen

    Disable wireless functions By disabling your device’s wireless functions, you can use your device’s non-network services in areas where wireless devices are prohibited, such as aeroplanes and hospitals. To disable wireless functions, open the application list ( p. 25), select Settings → Wireless controls →...
  • Page 29 You can open a list of available options by • Drag your finger left or right to scroll through touching and holding an item. horizontal lists. • Drag your finger up or down to scroll through vertical lists.

  • Page 30: Get To Know The Home Screen

    Get to know the Home screen When your device turns on, the Home screen appears. From this screen, you can access various features and status information. Status bar Application tab * Your Home screen may appear different from the screen in the user manual. Scroll through the Home screen Drag left or right to view the hidden area of the Home screen.

  • Page 31: Access Applications

    • Folders: Create a new folder or add folders for your contacts. • Wallpapers: Set a background image. Move items on the Home screen 1. Touch and hold an item to move. 2. Drag the item to the location you want when the item is magnified.

  • Page 32: Customise Your Device

    3. Press [ ] to return to the previous screen; Press the Home key to return to the Home screen. To access recent applications, 1. Press and hold the Home key to open the list of applications you have accessed recently. 2.

  • Page 33: Enter Text

    Activate animation for switching windows From the Home screen, open the application list and select Settings → Sound & display → Animation. Set an unlock pattern You can set an unlock pattern to prevent unauthorised people from using the device without your permission.

  • Page 34: Copy And Paste Text

    You can also use the following icons: Icon Function Change the case (lower case, upper case); Touch to enter characters in capital lock (A dot turns on green) Delete characters; Clear the input field (touch and hold) Switch between Number/Symbol mode and ABC mode Insert a space •...

  • Page 35: Download Applications From Android Market

    Download applications from Android Market Android Market provides you an easy and quick way to shop for games and mobile applications. Based on the Android platform, your device’s functionality can be extended by installing additional applications. Your device will save user files from downloaded applications to the moviNAND™...

  • Page 36: Download Files From The Web

    Download files from the web When you download files or web applications from the web, your device stores them in a memory card. For checking supported file formats, see “Supported file formats.” Files you download from the web can include viruses that will damage your device.

  • Page 37: Synchronise Data

    Synchronise data You can synchronise data (Google messages, calendar, and contacts) with the Google web server and back up or restore your data. Once the synchronisation is completed, your device stays connected to the web. If any change is made on the web, the updated information will appear on your device and automatically will begin synchronisation, and vice versa.
  • Page 38 Synchronise data manually 1. From the Home screen, open the application list and select Settings → Data synchronization. ] → Sync now. Your device will start 2. Press [ synchronising the data you set for synchronisation.

  • Page 39: Communication

    communication Learn basics to make and answer calls, and to send and receive many types of messages over cellular networks and the internet. Calls Learn to make or answer calls and use call functions. When you put your device close to your ear during a call, your device automatically locks the touch screen to prevent accidental inputs.

  • Page 40: Answer A Call

    Answer a call 1. When a call comes in, press [ If the supplied headset is connected to your device, you can press the headset button. 2. To end the call, press [ Adjust the volume To adjust the volume during a call, press the Volume key up or down.

  • Page 41: Call An International Number

    Call an international number 1. From the Home screen, press [ list of recent numbers. 2. Select Dialer. 3. Touch and hold 0 to insert the + character. 4. Enter the complete number you want to dial (country code, area code, and phone number), and then press [ ] to dial.

  • Page 42: Answer A Second Call

    Answer a second call If your network supports this function, you can answer a second incoming call: 1. Press [ ] to answer the second call. The first call is automatically placed on hold. ] → Swap calls to switch between the 2.

  • Page 43: Text And Multimedia Messages

    Text and multimedia messages Use the messaging functions. For instructions on entering text, see "Enter text." p. 27 Send a text message 1. From the Home screen, open the application list and select Messaging → New message. 2. Select the recipient field. 3.

  • Page 44: Google Mail

    View text or multimedia messages 1. From the Home screen, open the application list and select Messaging. 2. Select a text or multimedia message from the message thread list. 3. For a multimedia message, select attachment. Google Mail™ You can retrieve new email messages from Google Mail to your Inbox.

  • Page 45: Email Messages

    3. Select a label to add and select OK. Add a star to a message 1. From the Inbox screen, touch and hold a message. 2. Select Add star. The star icon next to the message is activated. Filter messages 1.

  • Page 46: Send An Email Message

    3. Enter your email address and password, and then select Next. 4. Select an account type (POP3 or IMAP). 5. Follow the on-screen instructions. View email messages When you open an email account, you can view previously retrieved emails offline or connect to the email server to view new messages.

  • Page 47: Google Talk

    Delete an email account 1. From the Home screen, open the application list and select Email. ] → Accounts. 2. Press [ 3. Touch and hold the account you want to delete. 4. Select Remove account. Google Talk™ Learn to send instant messages to your friends or family via Google Talk.

  • Page 48: Media

    media Learn to use the media applications on your device: Music, Videos, Camera, Gallery, and YouTube. Supported file formats Your device supports the following file formats: File type Extension Audio .arm, .mp3, .mid, .ogg, .wav, .imy, .ota, .rtttl Video .3gp, .mp4 Image .bmp, .gif, .jpg, .png File type...

  • Page 49: Music

    Music Learn how to listen to music via the music player. Add music files to your device Start by adding files to your device or memory card: • Download from the wireless web. • Copy to your memory card. Copy music files to a memory card 1.

  • Page 50: Videos

    Create a playlist 1. From the Home screen, open the application list and select Music. 2. Select a category → a music file. → 3. Press [ Add to playlist 4. Enter a title for the new playlist and select Save. 5.

  • Page 51: Camera

    Camera Learn the basics to capture and view photos and videos. To use the camera, you must first insert a memory card. Capture photos 1. Press and hold the Camera key to turn on the camera. 2. Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view.

  • Page 52: Gallery

    Customise camera settings 1. Press and hold the Camera key to turn on the camera. ] → Settings. 2. Press [ 3. Customise the following options: • Store location in pictures: Set to capture photos with location information (latitude, longitude). •...
  • Page 53 Open a video 1. From the Home screen, open the application list and select Gallery. 2. Select a video folder → a video file. Videos you have captured are saved in Camera videos. 3. Control playback using the following icons and keys: Icon/Key Function...

  • Page 54: Youtube

    YouTube™ YouTube is a free online video streaming service. Learn to view and share videos via YouTube. Watch videos 1. From the Home screen, open the application list and select YouTube. 2. Select a video from the list of the featured videos.

  • Page 55: Personal Productivity

    personal productivity Learn to manage contacts and schedule calendar events. Your contacts and calendar are synchronised with the Google web server. Contacts Learn to use contact cards and groups to store personal information, such as names, phone numbers, and addresses. Create a contact To create a contact from the dialler screen, 1.

  • Page 56: Find A Contact

    5. When you are finished, select Done to add the contact card. To create a contact from the contact list, 1. From the Home screen, open the application list and select Contacts. ] → New contact. 2. Press [ 3. Enter contact information. To add a caller ID image, press [ icon.
  • Page 57 Set up a favourite contact list You can set contacts as your favourites and manage them separately from your regular contacts. Start with adding contacts to the favourite list. 1. From the Home screen, open the application list and select Contacts. 2.

  • Page 58: Calendar

    Calendar Use the calendar to keep track of your monthly, weekly, daily schedule. Change the calendar view 1. From the Home screen, open the application list and select Calendar. The calendar opens in month view. ] → a view option: 2.
  • Page 59 3. Complete the fields and adjust the settings for your event. In the Calendar field, select a calendar to display (if you have more than one). In the Reminders field, set a reminder time before the event starts. To add reminder alarms for the event, press [ ]→...

  • Page 60: Web

    Learn to connect to the wireless web with the built-in web browser. Learn to use Google Search and Browser Learn to access and bookmark your favourite web pages. • You may incur additional charges for accessing the web and downloading media. •...
  • Page 61 2. Access a web page: ] → Bookmarks → a bookmark. • Press [ ] → Bookmarks, scroll to the Most • Press [ visited or History tab, and select a web page. ] → Go • Press [ enter a web address select Go.
  • Page 62 Search for text on a web page 1. From the Home screen, open the application list and select Browser. ] → More → Find on page. 2. Press [ 3. Enter a keyword in the search field. The web page will highlight the text that matches your input.

  • Page 63: Google Search

    Google Search You can search for information from websites by using the Google Search service. The Google Search bar is added to your Home screen by default. 1. From the Home screen, select the Google Search bar. 2. Enter a keyword and select You are connected to the Google website.

  • Page 64: Find Your Location

    Find your location 1. From the Home screen, open the application list and select Google Maps. ] → My Location. 2. Press [ Search for a specific location 1. From the Home screen, open the application list and select Google Maps. ] →...

  • Page 65: Tools

    tools Learn how to work with your mobile device’s tools and additional applications. Bluetooth Learn about your device’s ability to connect to other wireless devices for using hands-free features. Turn on the Bluetooth wireless feature 1. From the Home screen, open the application list and select Settings →...

  • Page 66: Wi-Fi

    2. Select a device from the Bluetooth device list. 3. Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or the other device’s Bluetooth PIN, if it has one, and select Done. When the owner of the other device enters the same PIN or accepts the connection, pairing is complete.
  • Page 67 Activate and connect to a WLAN 1. From the Home screen, open the application list and select Settings → Wireless controls→ Wi-Fi. Your device detects and indicates the presence of the available WLAN networks. 2. Select Wi-Fi settings. 3. Select a network under Wi-Fi networks. 4.

  • Page 68: Alarm Clock

    Alarm Clock Learn to set and control alarms for important events. Set a new alarm 1. From the Home screen, open the application list and select Alarm Clock. ] → Add alarm. 2. Press [ 3. Select Turn on alarm. 4.

  • Page 69: Calculator

    Calculator Learn to perform mathematical operations. 1. From the Home screen, open the application list and select Calculator. 2. Use the keys that correspond to the calculator to perform basic mathematical operations. To use the advanced operators, press [ Advanced panel →...

  • Page 70: Settings

    settings Learn about your device settings. To access your device settings, 1. From the Home screen, open the application list and select Settings. 2. Select a category (Wireless controls, Call settings, Sound & display, Data synchronization, Security & location, Applications, SD card & phone storage, Date &...

  • Page 71: Mobile Networks

    Wi-Fi settings • Wi-Fi: Turn the WLAN feature on or off. • Network notification: Set the device to notify you when an open network is available. • Add Wi-Fi network: Add WLAN networks. Bluetooth Turn the Bluetooth wireless feature on or off. Bluetooth settings •...

  • Page 72: Call Settings

    Call settings Change the settings for call functions. Fixed Dialing Numbers • Enable FDN: Restrict outgoing calls only to contacts specified in the SIM card. To activate this feature, you need to enter the PIN2 supplied with your SIM card. •...

  • Page 73: Sound & Display

    Sound & display Change the settings for various sounds on your device and for the display. Silent mode Activate the silent mode to mute all sounds. Ringer volume Set the default volume of the call ringtone and notifications. Media volume Set the default volume for music and videos.

  • Page 74: Data Synchronization

    Audible selection Set the device to sound when you select an application or option on the touch screen. SD card notifications Set the device to sound when a memory card is recognised. Orientation Set the screen orientation to automatically switch when rotating the device.

  • Page 75: Security & Location

    Security & location Change the settings for securing your device and the SIM card, and GPS functionality. Use wireless networks Set the device to use the wireless networking for checking locations, if supported in an application. Enable GPS satellites Enable the GPS functionality for checking locations, if supported in an application.

  • Page 76: Applications

    Visible passwords By default, the device displays your password as * for security. Set the device to display your password as you enter. Applications Change the setting for managing installed applications. Unknown sources Select to download applications from any source. If you do not select this option, you can download applications only from Android Market.

  • Page 77: Sd Card & Phone Storage

    SD card & phone storage Check memory information of memory cards and your device and reset the device. • Total space: View the total amount of memory for the external or internal memory. • Available space: View the amount of available memory for the external or internal memory.

  • Page 78: About Phone

    About phone Access information about your device and check the device’s status. If you want to use Samsung New PC Studio, you need to deactivate the USB mass storage mode in Additional settings → Mass storage only before connecting your device to a PC.

  • Page 79: Troubleshooting

    troubleshooting If you are having trouble with your mobile device, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a service professional. While using your device, the following messages may appear: Message Try this to solve the problem: No SIM Ensure that the SIM card is installed card.
  • Page 80 Your device does not show a signal (no bars next to the network icon) • If you just turned on the device, wait about 2 minutes for your device to find the network and receive a signal. • You may not be able to receive a signal in tunnels or elevators.
  • Page 81 • If using a headset, ensure that it is properly connected. The sound quality of a call is poor • Ensure that you are not blocking the internal antenna on bottom of the device. • When you are in areas with weak signals, you may lose reception.
  • Page 82 • Ensure that you have activated the wireless connection to your mobile service provider and that the signal is not obstructed. • Ensure that you have entered the correct user name and password. You cannot find a Bluetooth-enabled device • Ensure that both devices have activated the Bluetooth wireless feature.

  • Page 83: Index

    index alarm clock applications downloading from Android Market, 29 downloading from web, 30 viewing history, 30 battery charging, 18 installing, 16 low battery indicator, 19 Bluetooth activating, 59 connecting to other devices, visibility setting, 60 calculator calendar changing views, 52 creating events, 52 viewing multiple calendars, 52 viewing reminders, 53...
  • Page 84 email messages sending, 40 setting up accounts, 39 viewing, 40 enter text fixed dialling numbers (FDN) gallery Google Mail Google Maps Google Search Google Talk headset home screen internet, see web browser memory card messages chatting with instant, 41 sending email, 40 sending Google message, 39 sending multimedia, 37 sending text, 37...
  • Page 85 supported file formats sync with Google auto-sync, 31 manually, 32 text copy and paste, 28 entering, 27 messages, 37 text messages sending, 37 viewing, 38 touch tone unlock pattern videos capturing, 45 sharing, 48 viewing, 44 volume call volume, 34 ringtone volume, 26 web browser accessing web pages, 54...
  • Page 86 (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 product.
  • Page 87 Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your device depending on the software of the device or your service provider. Printed in Korea World Wide Web Code No.:GH68-23949A http://www.samsungmobile.com English (EU).10/2009. Rev. 1.3...

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