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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.:GH68-27191A http://www.samsungmobile.com English (EU). 01/2010. Rev. 1.0...
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:...
→ 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) <...
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 ...
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using basic functions ... 23 Turn your phone on and off ... 23 Access menus ... 24 Switch applications ... 24 Use the shortcut toolbar ... 25 Customise your phone ... 26 Use basic call functions ... 28 Send and view messages ... 29 Add and find contacts ...
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Use the calculator ... 67 Convert currencies or measurements ... 67 Set a countdown timer ... 67 Use the stopwatch ... 67 Create a new task ... 68 Create a text memo ... 68 Manage your calendar ... 68 troubleshooting ... a index ...
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.
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.
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Do not use the phone if the screen is cracked or broken Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hands and face. Bring the phone to a Samsung service centre to replace the screen. Damage caused by careless handling will void your...
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...
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.
• 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.
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• 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.
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...
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.
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“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...
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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.
• 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.
Phone layout The front of your phone includes the following keys and features: Front camera lens for video calls Volume key Confirm key Left softkey Dial key Multifunction jack Mouthpiece The rear of your phone includes the following keys and features: Rear camera lens Speaker...
Keys Function Perform actions indicated at the Softkeys bottom of the display Scroll through menu options; In Idle mode, access user-defined 4-way menus (depending on your navigation service provider, pre-defined menus may differ) Select the highlighted menu option or confirm an input; In Idle mode, launch the web browser or Confirm access Menu mode (depending...
Function Enter numbers, letters and special characters; In Idle mode, press Alpha- and hold [1] to access voice mails numeric and [0] to enter an international call prefix Enter special characters or perform special functions; In Idle mode, press and hold [ ] for the Special silent profile;...
Icons Learn about the icons that appear on your display. Icon Definition Signal strength GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected HSDPA network connected Voice call in progress Video call in progress SOS message feature activated Browsing the web Connecting to secured web page Icon Definition...
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Icon Definition New multimedia message (MMS) New email message New voice mail message Normal profile activated Silent profile activated Battery power level Current time...
Install the SIM or USIM card and assembling and battery When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will preparing your receive a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card with subscription details, such as your personal identification number (PIN) and optional services. To mobile phone use UMTS or HSDPA services, you can purchase a Universal Subscriber Identity Module (USIM) card.
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If the phone is on, press and hold [ it off. The edges of the metal battery cover can cut or scratch your skin. To avoid injury, keep the battery cover away from small children. 2. Insert the SIM or USIM card. •...
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.
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 16 GB (depending on memory card manufacturer and type). Formatting the memory card on a PC may cause incompatibility with your phone.
Attach a hand strap (optional) 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Slide a hand strap through the slot and hook it over the small projection. 3. Replace the battery cover.
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 <Confirm> (if necessary).
To switch to the offline profile, in Menu mode, select Settings → Phone profiles → Offline. Follow all posted warnings and directions from official personnel when in areas where wireless devices are prohibited. Access menus To access your phone’s menus, 1.
• Internet: launch the web browser • Music player: launch the music player • Games and more: access the Games and more menu 2. Scroll to an application and press <Select>. To close all applications, scroll to End all? and press <Yes>.
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 [ / ] and adjust the key tone volume. Switch to or from the silent profile In Idle mode, press and hold [ ] to silence or unsilence your phone.
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Select a theme for the display To select a theme, 1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Display and light → My theme. 2. Select a theme. 3. Scroll left or right to preview the theme. 4. Press <Save>. To create and apply a theme, 1.
• 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.
Adjust the volume To adjust the volume during a call, press [ / ]. 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.
4. Press <Options> → Add multimedia and add an item. 5. Press the Confirm key to send the message. Send an email 1. In Menu mode, select Messages → Create message → Email. 2. Enter your email text. 3. Press <Options> → Attach multimedia and attach a file (if necessary).
Mode Function Press an appropriate alphanumeric key to Number enter a number. Press an appropriate alphanumeric key to Symbol enter a symbol. View text or multimedia messages 1. In Menu mode, select Messages → Inbox. 2. Select a text or multimedia message. View an email 1.
Find a contact 1. In Menu mode, select Phonebook. 2. Enter the first few letters of the name you want to find. 3. Select the contact’s name from the search list. Once you have found a contact, you can: • call the contact by pressing [ •...
View photos In Menu mode, select My files → Images → My photos → a photo file. To view photos in full screen view, press the Confirm key. Capture videos 1. In Idle mode, press and hold [ ] to turn on the camera.
6. To turn off the FM radio, press the Confirm key. 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. 48 p. 50 p. 51...
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• Receive via Bluetooth. p. 53 • Copy to your memory card. p. 48 • Synchronise with Windows Media Player 11. p. 48 After transferring music files to your phone or memory card, 1. In Menu mode, select Music → Music player. 2.
Browse the web Learn to access and bookmark your favourite web pages. • You may incur additional charges for accessing the web and downloading media. • may be labelled differently The browser menus depending on your service provider. Browse web pages 1.
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Connect to Search 1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Google → Search. 2. Enter a keyword in the search field. Connect to Mail 1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Google → Mail. 2. Set up your Google account and sign in. 3.
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.
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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.
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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.
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 <Options> → Save. You can send your namecard by attaching it to a message or email or transferring it via the Bluetooth wireless feature.
5. To set the caller ID image, press <Options> → Group settings → Group ID → an image category → an image. 6. To set a group ringtone, select Ringtone → a ringtone category → a ringtone. 7. Press <Options> → Save. Use advanced messaging functions Learn to create templates and use templates to create new messages, use the instant messenger,...
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Create a message from a multimedia template 1. In Menu mode, select Messages → Templates → Multimedia templates. 2. Scroll to the template you want and press <Options> → Send. Your template opens as a new multimedia message. Use the Palringo messenger •...
Use advanced camera functions Learn how to capture photos in various modes and customise camera settings. Capture photos in Beauty shot mode 1. In Idle mode, press and hold [ ] to turn on the camera. 2. Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape view.
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Capture a series of photos 1. In Idle mode, press and hold [ ] to turn on the camera. 2. Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape view. 3. Press < > → Shooting mode → Continuous → < >. 4. Make any necessary adjustments. 5.
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5. Make any necessary adjustments. 6. Press the Confirm key or [ ] take photos for each segment. Capture photos with decorative frames 1. In Idle mode, press and hold [ ] to turn on the camera. 2. Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape view.
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Before capturing a video, press < following options: Option Function Recording mode Change the recording mode Resolution View the resolution White balance Adjust the colour balance Effects Apply a special effect Customise camera settings Before capturing a photo, press < access the following settings: Option Function...
3. Using an optional PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your phone to a PC. 4. Run Samsung PC Studio and copy files from the PC to the phone. Refer to the Samsung PC Studio help for more information.
3. 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. 4. Open Windows Media Player to synchronise music files. 5.
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Record songs from the FM radio 1. Plug the supplied headset into the phone’s multifunction jack. 2. In Menu mode, select Applications → FM radio. 3. Press the Confirm key to start the FM radio. 4. Select a radio station you want. 5.
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4. Select a radio station to add to the favourite list. 5. Press <Options> → Add to Favourites. Find information of music Learn to access an online music service and get information about the songs you hear while on the move.
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.
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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>.
Use Remote SIM mode In Remote SIM mode, you can make or answer calls only with a connected Bluetooth hands-free car kit via the SIM or USIM card on your phone. To activate Remote SIM mode, 1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Bluetooth.
8. Scroll down and set the number of times to repeat the SOS message. 9. Press <Save> → <Yes>. To send an SOS message, the keys must be locked. Press [ / ] four times. Once you send an SOS message, all phone functions will be suspended until you press Activate the mobile tracker When someone inserts a new SIM or USIM card in...
Make fake calls You can simulate an incoming call when you want to get out of meetings or unwanted conversations. You can also make it appear as if you are talking on the phone by playing back a recorded voice. Make a fake call You must set a shortcut key to make a fake call;...
Change the time delay before fake calls 1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Application settings → Call → Fake call → Fake call timer. 2. Select an option and press <Save>. Record and play voice memos Learn to operate your phone’s voice recorder. Record a voice memo 1.
Edit images Learn to edit images and apply fun effects. Apply effects to images 1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Image editor. 2. Press <Options> → New image → Open or Take photo. 3. Select an image or take a new photo. 4.
Adjust an image 1. Open an image to be edited. Refer to steps 1-3 of “Apply effects to images.” 2. Press <Options> → Adjust → an adjustment option (brightness, contrast, or colour). 3. Adjust the image as desired and press <Done>. 4.
4. Move, resize, or rotate the visual feature (if necessary). 5. Press <Done>, or press <Options> → Done. 6. Save the edited image with a new file name. Refer to steps 5-7 of “Apply effects to images.” Print images Learn to print your images with a USB connection or the Bluetooth wireless feature.
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Set your favourite destination list 1. In Menu mode, select Communities. 2. Press <Yes> to set your favourite destination list (if necessary). 3. Press <Accept> to confirm that you agree to the general disclaimer. The first time you access Communities, you will be prompted to confirm.
Customise the Communities settings 1. In Menu mode, select Communities. 2. Press <Options> → Settings. 3. Adjust the following settings: Option Function Upload details View details of your last upload Preferred lists Edit favourite destinations Image resize Change the image size to upload Set your phone to upload files to Upload a destination automatically at the...
Play games 1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Games and more. 2. Select a game from the list and follow the on- screen instructions. Available games may vary, depending on your region or service provider. Game controls and options may vary. Launch applications 1.
Use RSS reader Learn to use RSS reader to get the latest news and information from your favourite websites. Add an RSS feed address 1. In Menu mode, select Applications → RSS reader. 2. Press <Options> → Add. 3. Enter the address of an RSS feed and press <OK>.
Create and view world clocks Learn to view the time in another region and set world clocks to appear on your display. Create a world clock 1. In Menu mode, select Organiser → World clock. 2. Press <Options> → Add. 3.
Set and use alarms Learn to set and control alarms for important events. Set a new alarm 1. In Menu mode, select Alarms. 2. Select an empty alarm location. 3. Set alarm details. You can set either the FM radio or a sound for the alarm tone.
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.
Create a new task 1. In Menu mode, select Organiser → Task. 2. Press <Options> → Create. 3. Enter the details of the task. 4. Press<Options> → Save. Create a text memo 1. In Menu mode, select Organiser → Memo. 2.
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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.
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,...
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The phone prompts you to insert the SIM card. Ensure that the SIM or USIM card is installed correctly. Your phone displays “Service unavailable” 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.
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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.
index alarms creating, 66 deactivating, 66 stopping, 66 battery charging, 20 installing, 18 low battery indicator, 20 Bluetooth activating, 52 receiving data, 53 remote SIM mode, 54 sending data, 53 browser see web browser calculator see tools, calculator calendar see tools, calendar calls advanced functions, 38 answering additional calls, 39...
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creating groups, 41 finding, 32 convertor see tools, convertor countdown timer see tools, countdown timer fake calls see calls, making fake calls FM radio listening to, 34 recording songs, 50 storing stations, 50 Google services headset images adjusting, 59 applying effects, 58 cropping, 59 inserting visual features, 59 printing, 60...
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44 basic capturing, 32 editing, 58 viewing, 33 radio see FM radio ringtone RSS reader see tools, RSS reader Samsung PC Studio shortcuts keys, 27 toolbar, 25 silent profile SIM card SOS message stopwatch see tools, stopwatch synchronisation...
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image editor, 58 mobile blog, 60 RSS reader, 64 stopwatch, 67 videos capturing, 33 viewing, 33 voice memos playing, 57 recording, 57 volume call volume, 29 key tone volume, 26 wallpaper web browser adding bookmarks, 36 launching homepage, 36 Windows Media Player world clock creating, 65 setting dual display, 65...
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(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.