Samsung GT-I8510 Quick Start Manual
Samsung GT-I8510 Quick Start Manual

Samsung GT-I8510 Quick Start Manual

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    Samsung I8510 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 device. To get started quickly, refer to the Quick Start Guide. 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...
  • Page 3: Copyrights And Trademarks

    Square brackets—device keys; for example: [ ] (represents the End/ Power key). < > Angled brackets—softkeys that control different functions at each screen; for example: <OK> (represents the OK softkey). Copyrights and trademarks Rights to all technologies and products that comprise this device are the property of their respective owners: •...
  • Page 4 ® • Bluetooth is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide— Bluetooth QD ID: B014069. ® • Windows Media Player is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. ® • DivX is a registered trademark of DivX, Inc., and is used under licence.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    safety and usage information contents communication media personal productivity Safety warnings ...1 Safety precautions ...3 Important usage information ...6 Calls ...9 Messages ...12 Log ...23 Music player ...26 Camera & Album ...28 Gallery ...33 ShoZu ...34 Video Editor ...34 Digital frame ...38 Radio ...39 RealPlayer®...
  • Page 6 Quickoffice® ...48 Adobe® Reader® ...48 Notes ...49 Browse a web page ...50 Add a bookmark ...51 Use a bookmark ...52 Save a web page and view it offline ...52 Download files from the web ...53 GyPSii ...53 fring™ ...55 Google ...55 Yahoo! Go ...55 CNN ...55 connectivity...
  • 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 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

    Follow all safety warnings and regulations Comply with any regulations that restrict the use of a mobile device in a certain area. Use only Samsung-approved accessories Using incompatible accessories may damage your device or cause injury.
  • Page 10 Turn off the device near medical equipment Your device can interfere with medical equipment in hospitals or health care facilities. Follow all regulations, posted warnings, and directions from medical personnel. Turn off the device or disable the wireless functions when in an aircraft Your device can cause interference with aircraft equipment.
  • Page 11 Handle your device carefully and sensibly • Do not allow your device to get wet— liquids can cause serious damage. Do not handle your device with wet hands. Water damage to your device can void your manufacturer’s warranty. • Avoid using or storing your device in dusty, dirty areas to prevent damage to moving parts.
  • Page 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. Ensure maximum battery and charger life •...
  • Page 13 The Declaration of Conformity at the back of this manual demonstrates your phones compliance with the European Radio & Terminal Telecommunications Equipment (R&TTE) directive. For more information about the SAR and related EU standards, visit the Samsung mobile phone website.
  • Page 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 shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life.
  • Page 15: Communication

    communication Your device allows you to send and receive many types of calls and messages over cellular networks and the internet. Calls Learn to use your device's call functions. For basic call functions, see the Quick Start Guide. Call an international number 1.
  • Page 16: Call A Recently Dialled Number

    3. Press [ ] to call the default number for the contact. You can also press the Confirm key to open the contact information and select a different number or call type (e.g., video). Insert a pause When calling automated systems, you can insert a pause between the device number and another set of numbers.
  • Page 17: Divert Calls

    Divert calls Your service provider or network may or may not support this feature. To divert your incoming calls to another number, 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Settings → Settings → Phone → Call divert. 2. Scroll to a call type and press the Confirm key.
  • Page 18: Messages

    Messages Learn to use messaging functions. For instructions on entering text, see the Quick Start Guide. Message folders When you open Messaging, you will see the New message function and a list of folders: • Inbox: received messaging, except email and cell broadcast messages •...
  • Page 19: Text Messages

    Icon Description Unread service message Data received via a Bluetooth connection Unknown message type Outbox status When you are outside your service area or have no connection to the network or email server, your messages will remain in the Outbox folder until you re-establish a connection.
  • Page 20: Multimedia Messages

    3. Scroll down and enter text. 4. Press <Options> → Send to send the message. View a text message 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Messaging → Inbox. 2. Scroll to a message and press the Confirm key to select the message. Retrieve messages from a SIM card If you have text messages stored on a SIM card, you must copy them to the device...
  • Page 21 To manually set an access point, 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Settings → Settings → Connection → Destinations → Multimedia msg. 2. Scroll down and press the Confirm key to select an existing access point or press <Options> → New access point. 3.
  • Page 22: Email Messages

    • To remove an item, press <Options> → Remove → an item You can add images, sounds, or videos to slides; however, you can only add one type of media type per slide. View a multimedia message 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Messaging →...
  • Page 23 3. Press <Start> to start the mailbox setup wizard and follow the on-screen instructions. The new mailbox will automatically appear in Messaging. To change the current mailbox, return to email settings and switch the "Mailbox in use" to another mailbox. If you use the POP3 protocol, the mailbox will not update automatically when you are online.
  • Page 24 To view new messages offline, 1. Press <Options> → Disconnect. 2. Repeat steps 1-3 above. View or save email attachments Email attachments ( ) may contain viruses that can damage your device. To protect your device, open attachments only if you trust the sender. To view an attachment, 1.
  • Page 25: Instant Messages

    To delete a message from both your device and the mail server, 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Messaging → your mailbox. 2. Scroll to an email and press <Options> → Delete → Phone and server. If you are offline, messages will be deleted from the server the next time you connect.
  • Page 26: Audio Messages

    Accept an invitation When you receive an IM invitation, press <Show> to accept the invitation. If you have multiple invitations at once, press <Show>, scroll to an invitation, and press <OK>. Add IM contacts You can save IM contact information by pressing <Options>...
  • Page 27: Cell Broadcast Messages

    Cell broadcast messages If your service provider supports this function, you can subscribe to cell broadcasts that provide automatic notifications or news updates. To learn about available cell broadcasts, contact your service provider. Add a cell broadcast topic 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Messaging →...
  • Page 28: Service Messages

    Set automatic notification of new cell broadcast messages 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Messaging → <Options> → Cell broadcast. 2. Scroll to a topic and press <Options> → Hotmark. 3. To stop automatic notifications, press <Options> → Remove hotmark. Smart messages Your device can receive many kinds of smart messages, including business cards,...
  • Page 29: Log

    Learn to view log information about calls, packet data, and other communication events. Recent calls You can view and erase logs of recently missed calls, received calls, or dialled numbers. View recent call logs To view recently missed calls, received calls, or dialled numbers, 1.
  • Page 30: Call Duration

    2. Scroll to a number and press [C], or press <Options> → Delete. 3. Press <Yes> to confirm. Call duration To view the durations of your last call, dialled number, received call, or all calls, in Standby mode, press [Menu] → Log → Call duration.
  • Page 31 Erase the communication log To permanently erase all of the log contents, 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Log. 2. Scroll right to switch to the communication log. 3. Press <Options> → Clear log. 4. Press <Yes> to confirm. Log duration You can change the length of time that communication events are stored in the...
  • Page 32: Media

    Music player media With Music player, you can play mp3, aac, or wma music files. Learn to use the media applications on your Add files to your device device: Music player, Camera & Album, Gallery, You can add music files to your device by ShoZu, Video Editor, Digital frame, Radio, downloading them from the internet or RealPlayer, Recorder, and DLNA.
  • Page 33: Etiquette Mode

    Play music files 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Media → Music player. 2. Select a playlist. 3. Scroll to a file and press the Confirm key. 4. Use the following keys during playback: Function Pause or resume Confirm playback Navigation Stop playback...
  • Page 34: Camera & Album

    Camera & Album Your device allows you to take digital photos (jpg format) or record videos (mp4 format). Do not manually open or impact the lens cap to prevent damage to the lens cap or camera. Capture a photo 1. Press and hold the Camera key to turn on the camera.
  • Page 35: Record A Video

    Record a video 1. Press and hold the Camera key to turn on the camera. 2. Rotate the device 90° anti-clockwise (to the left). 3. Slide the Camera mode switch to [ 4. Aim the lens at the subject and make any adjustments (see "Use the keypad in Camcorder mode").
  • Page 36: Edit Photos

    View a photo or video 1. In Standby mode, slide the camera mode switch to [ ] and press and hold the Camera key. 2. Scroll to a photo or video and select it. View a slideshow 1. In Standby mode, slide the camera mode switch to [ ] and press and hold the Camera key.
  • Page 37 Crop a photo 1. In Standby mode, slide the camera mode switch to [ ] and press and hold the Camera key. 2. Scroll to a photo and press <Options> → Edit. 3. Scroll to Crop and select it. 4. Using the navigation key, resize the rectangle over the area you want to crop and press <Done>.
  • Page 38 Apply effects to a photo 1. In Standby mode, slide the camera mode switch to [ ] and press and hold the Camera key. 2. Scroll to a photo and press <Options> → Edit. 3. Scroll to Effect and select it. 4.
  • Page 39: Gallery

    Gallery You can manage all your media files and streaming internet links from Gallery. Open a media file 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Media → Gallery. Your media files are automatically organised by file type. 2. Scroll to a media folder and press the Confirm key.
  • Page 40: Shozu

    ShoZu With ShoZu, you can upload photos and videos to your favourite websites and blogs, and get the latest updates from them. Activate ShoZu 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Applications → ShoZu → <Options> → Login. 2. Enter your ShoZu ID and password and press <OK>.
  • Page 41 3. Press the Confirm key to start playback. 4. Mark the beginning and end of the new video: • Press <Options> → Set start at the point where you want the new video to begin. • Press <Options> → Set end at the point where you want the new video to end.
  • Page 42 11. Press <Options> → Save. 12. Enter a new file name for the video and press <OK>. After saving the new video, the device plays the video automatically. Add audio to a video 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Media →...
  • Page 43 4. While viewing photos, press <Options> to use the following options: Option Description Change the setting for Customize playing the slideshow Change the photos or Modify music Change the properties for saving the video file, such Settings as image quality, default label, and memory location 5.
  • Page 44: Digital Frame

    Option Description Change how your slideshow plays from Transition one video clip or photo to the next Narration → Add audio to your Insert, Insert slideshow with mix Set the duration of Duration photos Remove a photo or a Remove video Change the order of Move...
  • Page 45: Radio

    3. Set the following options for the digital frame: • To select background images, select Image. • To select a duration for the digital frame playback, select Duration. • To select background music, select Background music → music files. 4. When you are finished, press <Back>. 5.
  • Page 46: Realplayer

    Set up your favourite radio station list Once you have set up a station list, you can access the stations by scrolling up or down from the radio screen. Save radio stations by automatic tuning 1. From the radio screen, press <Options>...
  • Page 47: Recorder

    Play a media file in RealPlayer 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Media → RealPlayer → Video clips or Recently played. 2. Locate a media file and press the Confirm key. Play streaming web content with RealPlayer When you open a link to streaming web content via your web browser, RealPlayer will buffer and play the content (see "Browse a web page"...
  • Page 48: Pc Studio

    4. Use the on-screen buttons to control playback. PC Studio PC Studio, which is included on the PC Studio CD-ROM, is a Windows-based program that allows you to manage your personal information and sync files to your device. For more information, install the program and refer to the PC Studio help.
  • Page 49: Personal Productivity

    personal productivity Learn to manage contacts, schedule calendar events, use Quickoffice and Adobe Reader, and Contacts Learn to use contact cards and groups to store personal information, such as names, phone numbers, and addresses. Create a new contact card You can store contact cards in your device's memory or on a SIM card.
  • Page 50: Search For A Contact Card

    Create a new contact card on a SIM card 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Contacts → <Options> → Settings → Default saving memory → SIM memory → <Back>. 2. Press <Options> → New contact. 3. Enter contact information. 4.
  • Page 51 Set a default number or address Some contact cards may include more than one number or address. To assign a single number or address as the default, 1. Open a contact list (see "Copy contact cards." p. 44). 2. Scroll to a contact and press the Confirm key.
  • Page 52: Assign A Ringtone To A Contact

    Assign a ringtone to a contact card or group You can assign a ringtone to any contact card or group. 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Contacts. 2. Scroll to a contact and press the Confirm key. Or, scroll to a group. 3.
  • Page 53: Calendar

    Synchronise your contacts To synchronise your contacts by using the current sync profile, 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Contacts. 2. Scroll to a contact and press <Options> → Synchronisation → Start. 3. Scroll to a sync profile or device and press the Confirm key.
  • Page 54: Quickoffice

    Stop an event alarm If you set an alarm for a calendar event, the alarm will sound for one minute at the specified time. To stop the alarm, press <Stop>. When an alarm sounds, you can activate the snooze feature by placing the device face down when you activate Etiquette [Menu] →...
  • Page 55: Notes

    3. While viewing a document, press <Options> to use the following options: Option Description Zoom Magnify part of a document Find Search for text Use the full display for View viewing or rotating the document Go to Skip to another page Notes With Notes, you can create text notes and synchronise them with other devices.
  • Page 56: Web

    Your device allows you to connect to the wireless web with the built-in web browser. To connect to the web, you must: • Subscribe to a wireless network that supports data calls • Activate the data service for your SIM card •...
  • Page 57: Add A Bookmark

    2. Access a web page: • Scroll to a bookmark or folder and press the Confirm key • Enter a web address and press the Confirm key 3. While browsing a web page, press and hold the Confirm key to display or hide the toolbar: Icon Description...
  • Page 58: Use A Bookmark

    Use a bookmark While browsing, you can also access bookmarks (see "Add a bookmark" Press <Options> → Bookmarks to access the following: Icon Description Start page of the access point Folder of recently visited pages Folder you have created Default folder Web feed folder Bookmark Save a web page and view it...
  • Page 59: Download Files From The Web

    View a saved web page 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Web. 2. Scroll to Saved pages and press the Confirm key. 3. Scroll to a saved web page and press the Confirm key. 4. To update the web page, press <Options>...
  • Page 60 4. Press <Yes> to connect to the GyPSii service. 5. Enter your user name and password, and then press <OK>. Upload place information 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Applications → GyPSii → PlaceMe. 2. Enter your place information. 3.
  • Page 61: Fring

    fring™ fring is a mobile internet and community service that enables you to chat with friends who use other types of messengers, make affordable local and international calls through the internet, and transfer media files. With fring, you can experience PC-like benefits on your mobile device.
  • Page 62: Connectivity

    connectivity Learn to transfer data to and from your device via the Bluetooth wireless feature or the PC data Use the Bluetooth wireless feature You can connect with other Bluetooth- enabled wireless devices over a distance of 10 metres (30 feet). Walls or other obstacles between devices may block or impair the cable.
  • Page 63: Send Data Via The Bluetooth Wireless Feature

    Search for and pair with a Bluetooth-enabled device 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Connectivity → Bluetooth. 2. Scroll right to open the paired device list. 3. Press <Options> → New paired device. Your device searches for and displays the list of Bluetooth-enabled devices: Icon Device type...
  • Page 64 3. Scroll to a paired device and press the Confirm key. 4. Enter a passcode and press <OK> (if necessary). Receive data via the Bluetooth wireless feature 1. When another device attempts to access yours, press <Yes> to permit the connection. 2.
  • Page 65: Connect Via Usb

    Print data To print your image, message, contact information, and calendar item with the Bluetooth wireless feature, 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Tools → Print OTG → an item type → an item. 2. Press <Options> → Print. 3.
  • Page 66: Synchronise With Windows Media Player

    Copy files to a memory card 1. Insert a memory card into the device. 2. Change the USB connection to Mass storage. 3. Connect your device to a PC with the PC data cable. 4. Select Open folder to view files when a pop-up window appears on your PC.
  • Page 67: Synchronise Your Device

    Synchronise your device Learn to synchronise the data on your device with data on a PC or other wireless device. Create a new sync profile Your device includes a sync profile for PC Studio. To create a new sync profile, 1.
  • Page 68: Additional Programs

    additional programs Learn to use Calculator, Clock, Converter, GPS data, Landmarks, Smart reader, and Dictionary. Calculator 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Office → Calculator. 2. Use the alphanumeric keys and the navigation key to perform basic mathematical operations. Press [ ] to insert a decimal.
  • Page 69: Create A World Clock

    Set a new alarm 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Office → Clock. 2. Scroll right to the alarms view. 3. Press <Options> → New alarm. 4. Set alarm details. 5. Press <Done>. Stop an alarm When an alarm sounds, press <Stop> to end the alarm or <Snooze>...
  • Page 70: Converter

    Converter With Converter, you can convert measurements or currencies from one unit to another. To convert currencies, you must first set a base currency and exchange rate. Add currencies and exchange rates The value of the base currency is always 1.
  • Page 71: Convert Measurements

    3. Scroll to the new currency and enter the exchange rate. 4. Press <Options> → Save. Convert currencies 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Office → Converter. 2. Scroll right until the type shows Currency (if necessary). 3. Scroll down to Unit and scroll right to select a currency to convert.
  • Page 72: Gps Data

    GPS data You can view GPS data to help you navigate, show your position, or monitor trip details. Before you can use GPS data, you must activate a positioning method via a Bluetooth wireless connection or a wireless network connection. •...
  • Page 73: View Your Current Position

    3. Enter the latitude and longitude of your destination and press <OK>. Your device will display the direction of your destination, your current speed, and the duration of your trip. 4. To stop the GPS navigation, press <Options> → Stop navigation. View your current position In Standby mode, press [Menu] →...
  • Page 74: Navigation

    Navigation You can use the Samsung mobile navigator to show your position and navigate a way. This feature is available only if supported by your service provider. For details, see the quick start guide of the mobile navigator. In Standby mode, press [Menu] →...
  • Page 75: Dictionary

    1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Office → Smart reader. 2. Rotate the device 90° anti-clockwise (to the left). 3. Center the name card within the frame. 4. Press the Confirm key or the Camera key to take the photo. Your device recognises the name card and converts it to contact card format.
  • Page 76: Managers

    managers Learn to manage files, zip achives, applications, device configurations, licences, and File manager With File manager, you can search for and organise your files or folders. Search for a file or folder 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Office connections.
  • Page 77: Create A New Folder

    Create a new folder 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Office → File mgr. → a memory type. 2. Press <Options> → Organise → New folder. 3. Enter a folder name and press <OK>. Move a file to a folder 1.
  • Page 78: Zip

    1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Office → File mgr. → the inserted memory card. 2. Press <Options> → Memory card password → Set. 3. Enter and confirm a password (up to 8 characters). 4. Press <OK>. 5. To remove the password, press <Options>...
  • Page 79: Application Manager

    3. Scroll to a file and press <Options> → Extract → a memory type. 4. Select a folder to extract the file. Application manager Your device supports applications made for the Symbian OS and the Java platform, Micro Edition (J2ME™). Your device will not support applications made for other operating systems or Java platforms (including PersonalJava™).
  • Page 80: Device Manager

    Device manager This feature is network-dependent and may not be available from your service provider. If available, Device manager allows your service provider to assist you with device configurations. Before you can start a configuration session, you must define a server profile.
  • Page 81: Connection Manager

    View licences 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Tools → Licences. 2. Scroll to a folder and press the Confirm key. 3. Scroll to a licence and press the Confirm key. Restore an expired licence When your licence expires, you must purchase additional rights to use the media file.
  • Page 82 Close an open connection 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Connectivity → Conn. mgr. → Active data connections. 2. Scroll to a connection and press <Options> → Disconnect. 3. Press <Yes> to confirm. View wireless connection details 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → Connectivity →...
  • Page 83: Settings

    Learn about your device settings. To access your device settings, settings 1. In Standby mode, press [Menu] → 2. Scroll to a category (General, Phone, General settings Personalisation Control the appearance and behavior of your display, Standby mode, tones, and language (for Themes settings, see the Quick Start Guide).
  • Page 84: Phone Settings

    Date and time Control the appearance and behavior of the date, time, and alarms. Enhancement Set the device to use the headset, headphone, car kit, or another device as the default enhancement: press <Options> → Set as default. Security Set security codes and manage security certificates or security modules.
  • Page 85: Connection Settings

    Network Control network modes and selection methods. Connection settings Bluetooth Control the Bluetooth wireless feature. Control how your device behaves when you connect it to a PC. Destinations Control access point connections, passwords, and homepages. Packet data Control packet data connections when using a GPRS network.
  • Page 86: Applications Settings

    Remote drives Specify a remote drive that can be used for accessing data on a network server. For details, contact your service provider. This is available only if supported by your service provider or region. Configurations View network configurations received from your service provider.
  • Page 87: Troubleshooting

    troubleshooting While using your device, the following messages may appear: Try this to solve the Message problem: Insert SIM Ensure that the SIM card is card installed correctly. The autolock feature is enabled. To use the device, you must press <Unlock> and enter the code.
  • Page 88 Try this to solve the Message problem: Your SIM card is blocked, X attempts usually as a result of entering remaining. your PIN incorrectly several Enter PUK times. You must enter the PUK code supplied by your service provider. Your device does not show a signal (no bars next to the network icon) •...
  • Page 89 You select a contact to call, but the call is not dialled • Ensure that the correct number is stored in the contact information. • Re-enter and save the number, if necessary. Another caller cannot hear you speaking • Ensure that you are not blocking the built- in microphone.
  • Page 90 Your device prompts you to delete some data The available memory is low. Move your data to a memory card or delete old items from applications. An application is frozen (will not respond) 1. Press and hold [Menu] to open the application list.
  • Page 91 index access points, Adobe Reader, applications installing, supported, verifying certificates, Bluetooth activating, connecting to other devices, receiving data, sending data, Calendar changing views, creating events, stopping event alarms, calls barring (blocking), dialling, diverting, inserting pause, viewing missed, viewing recently dialled, clock changing settings, creating world clock,...
  • Page 92 dictionary, Digital frame, enhancement, etiquette mode, files and folders creating new folders, file manager, moving, searching, Gallery see media GyPSii, licences, media accessing streaming content, opening files in Gallery, playing media files, playing voice clips, recording voice clips, memory cards formatting, protecting, music player...
  • Page 93 2008.07.23 (place and date of issue) It is not the address of Samsung Service Centre. For the address or the phone number of Samsung Service Centre, see the warranty card or contact the retailer where you purchased your product. Samsung Electronics Yong-Sang Park / S.
  • Page 94 Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your device depending on the software of the device or your service provider. World Wide Web English (EU). 04/2009. Rev. 1.2 http://www.samsungmobile.com...

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