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  • Page 1: User Manual

    GT-B3310 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) Angled brackets—softkeys that control...

  • 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 Keypad ... 14 QWERTY keyboard ... 15 Display ...
  • Page 5 using basic functions ... 24 Turn your phone on and off ... 24 Access menus ... 25 Use shortcut menus from the shortcut toolbar ... 25 Use messaging shortcuts in Quick access mode ... 26 Customise your phone ... 26 Use basic call functions ...
  • Page 6 Use the stopwatch ... 58 Create a new task ... 58 Create a text memo ... 58 Manage your calendar ... 59 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: Explosive Environments

    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

    Avoid interference with other electronic devices Your phone emits radio frequency (RF) signals that may interfere with unshielded or improperly shielded electronic equipment, such as pacemakers, hearing aids, medical devices, and other electronic devices in homes or vehicles. Consult the manufacturers of your electronic devices to solve any interference problems you experience.
  • 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. SAMSUNG EXPRESSLY...
  • 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: Alphanumeric keys Volume key 4-way navigation key Left softkey Dial key Mouthpiece The inside of your phone includes the following keys and features: Earpiece Display Confirm key Right softkey Depending on your region, the composition of the QWERTY keyboard may differ.

  • Page 20: Keypad

    The rear of your phone includes the following keys and features: Camera lens Multifunction jack Mirror Camera key You can lock the exposed keys to prevent any unwanted phone operations. To lock or unlock, press and hold [ ]. Keypad Softkeys Speaker 4-way...

  • Page 21: Qwerty Keyboard

    Function Make or answer a call; In Idle mode, Dial retrieve recently dialled, missed, or received numbers Turn the phone on and off (press Power/ and hold); End a call; In Menu mode, Menu exit cancel input and return to Idle mode Enter numbers, letters and special Alpha- characters;...
  • Page 22 Function Use characters on the upper half of the keys in a text input field Alphabet/ Enter letters and special characters Symbol Space Insert a space in a text input field In Idle mode, access user-defined menus (depending on your service 4-way provider, pre-defined menus may navigation...

  • Page 23: Display

    Display Your phone’s display consists of three areas: Icon line Displays various icons Text and graphic area Displays messages, instructions, and information you enter Softkey line Displays the current actions assigned to each softkey Icons Learn about the icons that appear on your display. Icon Definition Signal strength...
  • Page 24 Icon Definition Music playback in progress Music playback paused Music playback stopped FM radio on FM radio suspended Memory card inserted New text or multimedia message New email message New voice mail message Alarm activated Normal profile activated Silent profile activated Battery power level Current time...

  • Page 25: 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 26 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 27: 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 and plug the small end of the travel adapter. With the triangle facing up Improperly connecting the travel adapter can cause serious damage to the phone.

  • Page 28: 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 29 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 cover, and remove the memory card.

  • Page 30: 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 31: 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 32: Use Messaging Shortcuts In Quick Access Mode

    Use messaging shortcuts in Quick access mode Learn to use some messaging shortcuts in Quick access mode by sliding open the phone. 1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Phone settings → Quick access → On (if necessary). 2. Press [ ] to return to Idle mode.
  • Page 33 Set a phone profile To change the ringtone of the current profile, 1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Phone profiles. 2. Scroll to the profile you are using. If you are using the silent or offline profile, you are not allowed to change the ringtone. 3.

  • Page 34: 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 35: Answer A Call

    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 [ / ]. Use the speakerphone feature 1. During a call, press the Confirm key → <Yes> to activate the speaker.

  • Page 36: Send And View Messages

    Send and view messages Learn to send or view text (SMS), multimedia (MMS), or email messages. Send a text or multimedia message 1. In Menu mode, select Messages → Create message → Message. 2. Enter a destination number or an email address and scroll down.
  • Page 37 Enter text on the keypad When entering text on the keypad, you can change the text input mode: • Press and hold [ ] to switch between T9 and ABC modes. Depending on your country, you may be able to access an input mode for your specific language.

  • Page 38: Add And Find Contacts

    Mode Function Press an appropriate alphanumeric key Symbol to 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. In Menu mode, select Messages → Email inbox.

  • Page 39: Use Basic Camera Functions

    3. Select the contact’s name from the search list. Once you have found a contact, you can: • call the contact by pressing [ • edit the contact information by pressing the Confirm key Use basic camera functions Learn the basics to capture and view photos and videos.

  • Page 40: Listen To Music

    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. 35 p. 46...

  • Page 41: Browse The Web

    • Receive via Bluetooth. p. 50 • Copy to your memory card. p. 46 After transferring music files to your phone or memory card, 1. In Menu mode, select Music → Music player. 2. Select a music category → a music file. 3.

  • Page 42: Bookmark Your Favourite Web Pages

    2. Navigate web pages using the following keys: Function Navigation Scroll up or down on a web page Confirm Select an item <Back> Return to the previous page <Options> Access a list of browser options Bookmark your favourite web pages 1.

  • Page 43: 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 44 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 45: Call An International Number

    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. Call a contact from the phonebook You can call numbers directly from the phonebook using stored contacts.

  • Page 46: Use Advanced Phonebook Functions

    Use advanced phonebook functions Learn to create namecards, set speed dial numbers, and create groups of contacts. Create a 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 47: Use Advanced Messaging Functions

    5. To set the caller ID image, scroll down and press the Confirm key → an image category → an image. 6. To set a group ringtone, scroll down and press the Confirm key → a ringtone category → a ringtone.
  • Page 48 Create a message from a multimedia template 1. In Menu mode, select Messages → Templates → Multimedia message templates. 2. Scroll to the template you want and press <Options> → Send. Your template opens as a new multimedia message. Use the Bluetooth messenger Learn to chat with your family or friends instantly via the Bluetooth wireless feature.

  • Page 49: Use Advanced Camera Functions

    Create a folder to manage messages 1. In Menu mode, select Messages → My folders. 2. Press <Yes>. 3. Enter a new folder name and press <OK>. 4. Move messages from the Inbox to your folders to manage them as your preferences. Use advanced camera functions Learn how to capture photos in various modes and customise camera settings.

  • Page 50: Capture Panoramic Photos

    Capture panoramic photos 1. In Idle mode, press and hold [ camera. 2. Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape view. 3. Press < > → Shooting mode → Panorama. 4. Make any necessary adjustments. 5. Press the Confirm key or [ ] to take the first photo.

  • Page 51: Use Camera Options

    Use camera options Before capturing a photo, press < > to access the following options: Option Function Shooting mode Switch the shooting modes Resolution Change the resolution option Set whether to use Night shot Night mode mode Timer Select the time delay Effects Apply a special effect Frames...

  • Page 52: Use Advanced Music Functions

    1. Using an optional PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your phone to a PC. 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 53: Customise Your Music Player Settings

    3. Open a folder to view files. 4. Copy files from the PC to the memory card. Create a playlist 1. In Menu mode, select Music → Music player → Playlists. 2. Press <Options> → Create playlist. 3. Enter a title for your new playlist and press <Save>.

  • Page 54: Store Radio Stations Automatically

    Store radio stations automatically 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. Press <Options> → Self-tuning. 5. Press <Yes> to confirm (if necessary). The radio scans and saves available stations automatically.

  • Page 55: 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 56: Send Data Using The Bluetooth Wireless Feature

    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 57: 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 58: Make Fake Calls

    To activate the mobile tracker, 1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Security → Mobile tracker. 2. Enter your password and press <OK>. The first time you access Mobile tracker, you will be prompted to create and confirm a password. 3.

  • Page 59: Record And Play Voice Memos

    5. When you are finished speaking, press the Navigation key down. 6. Press <Set> to set the recording as a response for fake calls. Make a fake call You must set a shortcut key to make a fake call. p. 28 To make a fake call, •...

  • Page 60: View Photos And Videos On The Web

    3. Control playback using the following keys: Function Confirm Pause or resume playback Adjust the volume • Left: Skip backward; Scan backward in a file (press and hold) Navigation • Right: Skip forward; Scan forward in a file (press and hold) •...

  • Page 61: Create And View World Clocks

    Download games or applications 1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Games and more → More games. Your phone connects to the website preset by your service provider. 2. Search for a game or an application and download it to the phone. Play games 1.

  • Page 62: Set And Use Alarms

    4. To set daylight saving time, scroll down and press the Confirm key. 5. Press <Save> to create your world clock. The world clock is set as the second clock. 6. To add more world clocks, repeat steps 2-5 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.

  • Page 63: Use The Calculator

    3. Set alarm details. 4. Press <Save>. The auto power-up feature sets the phone to automatically turn on and sound the alarm at the designated time if the phone is turned off. Stop an alarm When the alarm sounds, • Press any key to stop the alarm without snooze. •...

  • Page 64: Set A Countdown Timer

    Set a countdown timer 1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Timer. 2. Press <Set>. 3. Enter the length of time to count down and press <OK>. 4. Press the Confirm key to begin or pause the countdown. 5. When the timer expires, press <Exit> to stop the alert.

  • Page 65: Manage Your Calendar

    Manage your calendar Learn to change the calendar view and create events. Change the calendar view 1. In Menu mode, select Organiser → Calendar. 2. Press <Options> → View by → Day or Week. Create an event 1. In Menu mode, select Organiser → Calendar. 2.

  • Page 66: 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...
  • Page 67 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. • You cannot access some options without a subscription. Contact your service provider for more details.
  • Page 68 The phone beeps and the battery icon flashes. Your battery is low. Recharge or replace the battery to continue using the phone. The audio quality of the call is poor. • Ensure that you are not blocking the phone’s internal antenna. •...

  • Page 69: Index

    index alarms creating, 56 deactivating, 57 stopping, 57 battery charging, 21 installing, 19 low battery indicator, 21 Bluetooth activating, 49 receiving data, 50 sending data, 50 Bluetooth messenger browser see web browser calculator see tools, calculator calendar see tools, calendar calls advanced functions, 37 answering additional calls, 38...
  • Page 70 contacts adding, 32 creating groups, 40 finding, 32 convertor see tools, convertor countdown timer see tools, countdown timer fake calls see calls, making fake calls FM radio listening to, 34 storing stations, 48 Fring messenger headset internet see web browser Java accessing applications, 55 downloading applications, 55...
  • Page 71 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 templates inserting, 41 multimedia, 41 text, 41 text creating memos, 58 entering, 30...
  • Page 73 Joong-Hoon Choi / Lab Manager (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...
  • Page 74 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.:GH68-24716A http://www.samsungmobile.com English (EU). 11/2010. Rev. 1.2...

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