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Samsung SGH-T959D User Manual

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P O R T A B L E
Q u a d - B A N D
M O B I L E
P H O N E
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating your
phone, and keep it for future reference.
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  • Page 1 SGH-T959D P O R T A B L E Q u a d - B A N D M O B I L E P H O N E User Manual Please read this manual before operating your phone, and keep it for future reference.

  • Page 2: Intellectual Property

    Intellectual Property All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating thereto (the “Phone System”), is proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal laws, provincial laws, and international treaty provisions.
  • Page 3 CORPORATION DELAWARE. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Samsung Electronics Canada, Inc. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
  • Page 4 Google , Android Market , Google Ta k , Google Mail , Google Maps , and YouTube trademarks of Google, Inc. Java is a trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc. Windows Media Player® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. CS Headphone and WOW HD technologies are incorporated under licence from SRS Labs, Inc.
  • Page 5 About DivX Video DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an official DivX Certified® device that plays DivX video. Visit www.divx.com for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX video. About DivX Video-On-Demand This DivX Certified®...
  • Page 6 In addition, Samsung shall not be liable for any damages of any kind resulting from the purchase or use of the product or arising from the breach of the express warranty,...
  • Page 7 (including, via cable, Bluetooth® or otherwise) of such content may be an infringement of privacy or copyright law. Neither Samsung Electronics Canada Inc. nor any of its affiliates shall be liable or respons ble for any data or content disclosed, reproduced, downloaded or distributed by the user of this equipment.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    introducing your phone ..........3 contents Unpack ..............3 Phone Layout ............4 Keys ................5 Indicator Icons ............5 Install the SIM Card and Battery .......6 Charge the Battery ............8 Insert a Memory Card (optional) ......10 Attach a Hand Strap (optional) ........12 getting started with your phone ......13 Turn Your Phone On and Off ........13 Use the Touch Screen ..........14 Get to Know the Idle Screen ........15...
  • Page 9 Download Files from the Web ......... 26 Contacts ..............60 Synchronize Data ............ 26 Calendar ..............63 Memo ..............64 communication .............28 Voice Recorder ............65 Calls ................ 28 web .................66 Text and Multimedia Messages ......33 Google Mail™ ............35 Internet ..............
  • Page 10 Text-To-Speech ............ 101 Voice Dialler ............89 Date and Time ............101 Navigation ............... 89 About Phone ............102 Samsung Apps ............90 troubleshooting ..........103 settings ..............91 health and safety information ......108 Settings ..............91 Wireless and Network ..........91...
  • Page 11 Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone 110 Caring for the Battery ..........113 Acknowledging Special Precautions and Industry Canada Notice ..............114 Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) for Wireless Phones Owner’s Record ............ 116 warranty information ..........117 Standard Limited Warranty ........117 index ..............123...

  • Page 12: Instructional Icons

    Instructional Icons using this Before you start, familiarize yourself with the icons that are used in this manual: manual Warning: Situations that could cause injury to yourself or others. Caution: Situations that could cause damage to your phone or to other equipment. Note: Notes, usage tips, or additional information.
  • Page 13 Square brackets: Device keys. For example: ] (represents the Power key).

  • Page 14: Introducing Your Phone

    • Battery • Travel adapter (charger) • Stereo Headset • User Guide Only use Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software might cause damage or malfunctions that are not covered by your manufacturer’s warranty. The items supplied with your phone might vary depending on the software and accessories available in your region or offered by your service provider.

  • Page 15: Phone Layout

    Phone Layout Back of phone Front of phone Headset Jack Earpiece Multifunction Jack Proximity Sensor Speaker Rear Camera Light Sensor Lens Touch Screen Power & Volume Key Back Cover Lock Key Search Key Internal Antenna Home Key Back Key Menu Key Mouthpiece...

  • Page 16: Keys

    Keys Indicator Icons Icons shown on the display might vary depending on your Function region or service provider. Power Turn on the phone (press and hold), & Lock lock the screen, or access the quick Icon Definition menus (press and hold). No signal Menu Open a list of options available on the...

  • Page 17: Install The Sim Card And Battery

    Icon Definition Icon Definition Call on hold Roaming (outside of normal service area) Speakerphone activated Silent mode activated Missed call Flight mode activated Synchronized with the web Vibration activated Uploading data Music playback in progress Downloading data FM radio turned on in background Call diverting activated Error occurred or caution required Connected to PC...
  • Page 18 details, such as your personal identification number (PIN) 3. Insert the SIM card. and optional services. To install the SIM card and battery: 1. If the phone is on, press and hold [ ] and select Power Off to turn it off. 2.

  • Page 19: Charge The Battery

    You can charge the phone with the provided travel adapter or by connecting the phone to a PC with a PC data cable. Only use Samsung-approved chargers and cables. Unauthorized chargers or cables can cause batteries to explode or damage your phone.
  • Page 20 • If your phone is not charging properly, bring the phone and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. 4. When the battery is fully charged (the battery icon no longer moving), unplug the travel adapter from the power outlet and then from the phone.

  • Page 21: Insert A Memory Card (Optional)

    1. Slide open the cover to the multifunction jack on the top of the phone. Samsung uses approved memory standards for memory cards but some brands might not be fully 2. Plug the micro USB end of the PC data cable into the compatible with your phone.
  • Page 22 To insert a memory card: To remove a memory card: 1. Remove the back cover. Before removing the memory card, unmount it for safe removal. 2. Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing down. Do not remove the memory card while the phone is transferring or accessing information, as this might result in the loss of data or damage to the memory card or phone.

  • Page 23: Attach A Hand Strap (Optional)

    To format a memory card: 2. Slide the hand strap through the slot and hook it over the small projection. Formatting your memory card on a PC might cause incompatibilities with your phone. Only format the memory card on the phone. •...

  • Page 24: Getting Started With Your Phone

    Turn Your Phone On and Off getting started To turn your phone on, press and hold [ ]. Your phone will automatically connect to the network. When you turn on with your phone your phone for the first time, tap the Android image on the screen and follow the on-screen instructions to set up your phone for its first use.

  • Page 25: Use The Touch Screen

    • To only use your phone’s non-network services, • For optimal use of the touch screen, remove the switch to Flight mode. Press and hold [ ] and screen protection film before using your phone. select Flight mode. • Your touch screen has a layer that detects small electrical charges emitted by the human body.

  • Page 26: Get To Know The Idle Screen

    • To unlock, turn on the touch screen by pressing [ ] and 2. Select the item category and then select an item: then flick the grey window with your finger. • Samsung Widgets: Add Samsung widgets to the Idle screen.
  • Page 27 • Android Widgets: Add Android widgets to the Idle The item is magnified and the icon appears, screen. indicating that the application tab has switched to the trash tab. • Shortcuts: Add shortcuts to items, such as applications, bookmark, and contacts. 2.

  • Page 28: Access Applications

    Access Applications • Wi-Fi: Activate or deactivate the WLAN connection feature. ► p. 76 To access your phone’s applications: • Bluetooth: Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth wireless connection feature. ► p. 74 1. In Idle mode, select Applications to access the •...

  • Page 29: Customize Your Phone

    4. Press [ ] to return to the previous screen or press screen. You can also move commonly used applications ] to return to the Idle screen. next to Home. 4. Press [ ] → Save. Your phone has a built-in motion sensor that detects its orientation.
  • Page 30 To turn the touch tone on or off: To change your ringtone: • In Idle mode, select Applications → Settings → Sound 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Settings → and display → Audible touch tones. Sound and display → Voice call ringtone. 2.
  • Page 31 To set an unlock pattern: Samsung is not responsible for any use of default images or wallpapers provided on your phone. You can set an unlock pattern to prevent unauthorized people from using your phone without your permission. To adjust the brightness of the display: 1.
  • Page 32 • If you block your SIM card by entering an incorrect a Samsung Service Centre to be unlocked. PUK, bring the card to your service provider to be • Samsung is not responsible for the loss of unblocked. passwords or private information or other damages caused by illegal software.

  • Page 33: Enter Text

    You can change the type of keyboard that is used to enter 4. Enter the sender’s name. text. Tap and hold on the text input field, select Input method, and select a keyboard type (Swype or Samsung 5. Enter the text message to be sent to the recipients. keypad).
  • Page 34 • To view the Help information about using the Swype keyboard, tap and hold Using the Samsung keypad To enter text using the Samsung keypad: 1. Select and select a text input method. You can select one of key input methods (QWERTY or traditional keypad) or the handwriting input methods.
  • Page 35 You can also use the following keys: Number Function Insert a space. Copy and paste text While you are entering text, you can use the copy and paste feature to use the same text in other applications. To copy and paste text: 1.

  • Page 36: Android Market

    Android Market 4. Select Install (for free items) or Buy. • If you select Install, select OK to download the item Android Market provides you with an easy way to shop for immediately. games and mobile applications. Based on the Android •...

  • Page 37: Download Files From The Web

    Download Files from the Web To view the download history: 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Internet. When you download files or web applications from the web, your phone stores them in a memory card. 2. Press [ ] → More → Downloads. 3.
  • Page 38 (Google Mail, Calendar, and Contacts), the updated • This feature might not be available in your region. information will appear on your phone, and vice-versa. • To synchronize with the Google web server, you must have a Google account. If you do not have a 1.

  • Page 39: Communication

    Calls communication You can use your phone to make and answer calls, use options during calls, and customize and use call-related features. Make and answer calls To make a call: 1. In Idle mode, select Phone → Keypad. 2. Enter an area code and phone number. 3.
  • Page 40 4. To end the call, select End call. To send a message when you reject incoming calls, slide the Reject with msg icon and select an option. • Use the phonebook to save the numbers that you dial frequently. ► p. 60 First set a text message that will be sent to callers.
  • Page 41 Use options during a voice call 2. Select a contact’s name. 3. Select the number that you want to dial. You can use the following options while a voice call is in progress: To use the headset: • Adjust voice volume: Press the Volume key up or By plugging the supplied headset into the phone, you can down.
  • Page 42 View and dial missed calls • Activate the speakerphone: Select Speaker. Your phone will display calls you have missed. In noisy environments, you might have difficulty hearing some calls while using the speakerphone. For To dial the number of a missed call: better audio performance, use the normal phone 1.
  • Page 43 3. Select Auto reject list. To set call barring: 4. Press [ ] → Create. Call barring is a network feature that restricts specific types of calling or prevents others from making calls with your 5. Enter a number to reject and select Save. phone.

  • Page 44: Text And Multimedia Messages

    To set auto redial: 3. Select a log to view its details. Auto redial lets you call a number that did not get connected From the detail view, you can dial the number, send a or got cut off. message to the number or add the number to the phonebook or reject list.
  • Page 45 To send a text message: You can enter a number manually or select one from a recent recipient or contact group by selecting another 1. In Idle mode, select Messaging → New message. button. 2. Select Contacts. 3. Select the checkboxes next to the required contacts and You can enter a number manually or select one from a select Add.

  • Page 46: Google Mail

    To view text or multimedia messages: To access your voicemail inbox and listen to voicemail messages: 1. In Idle mode, select Messaging. 1. In Idle mode, select Phone → Keypad, and tap and Your messages are grouped into message threads by hold 1.
  • Page 47 bold. If you have labelled a message, its label appears in a 2. Select an email message. coloured rectangle on the message. In the message view, use the following options: This feature might not be available in your region. • Reply: Reply to the message. •...

  • Page 48: Email

    Email To add a label to a message: 1. In the Inbox screen, touch and hold a message. You can send or view email messages using your personal or company email account. 2. Select Change labels. 3. Select a label to add and select OK. To set up an email account: To add a star to a message: 1.
  • Page 49 To send an email message: 8. Select Send to send the message. 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Email and then If you are offline or outside your service area, the select an email account. message will be held in the message thread list until you are online and in your service area.

  • Page 50: Google Talk

    • Delete: Delete the message. 3. Enter the email address of the friend and select Send invitation. • Reply all: Reply to the message including all recipients. When your friend accepts the invitation, they are added to • Open: View an attachment. your friend list.

  • Page 51: Social Hub

    Social Hub You can access Social Hub , the integrated communication application for email, messages, instant messages, contacts, or calendar information. Visit http:// socialhub.samsungmobile.com for more details. To access Social Hub: 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Social Hub. 2.

  • Page 52: Entertainment

    Camera entertainment You can capture and view photos and videos. You can take photos at resolutions of up to 2560 x 1920 pixels (5 mega pixels) and videos at resolutions of up to 1280 x 720 pixels. Capturing photos To capture a photo: 1.
  • Page 53 3. Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary Number Function adjustments. Change the shooting mode. Change the scene mode. Adjust the exposure value or select + to increase or - to decrease. Change the camera settings. Hide or display icons in the viewfinder. Switch to the camcorder.
  • Page 54 6. Select to take a photo. The photo is saved 2. Rotate the phone counter-clockwise to switch to the automatically. landscape view. After taking photos, select to view the taken photos. 3. Select , select a scene, and then select •...
  • Page 55 To capture a panoramic photo: To capture a photo in Smile shot mode: You can take wide panoramic photos using Panorama Your camera can recognise people’s faces and help you to shooting mode. This mode is convenient for photographing take photos of their smiling faces. landscapes.
  • Page 56 To capture a beauty photo: 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Camera. 2. Rotate the phone counter-clockwise to switch to the You can hide facial imperfections by taking photos in the landscape view. Beauty mode. 3. Select → Vintage. 1.
  • Page 57 The phone automatically combines the left side of the The preview image appears to be enlarged in this first photo and the right side of the second photo into mode, but the files are saved at the normal image one photo. quality.
  • Page 58 To capture a photo in Cartoon mode: Option Function You can take photos with cartoon effects. Focus mode Take close-up photos or set the camera to automatically focus on the 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Camera. subject or on human faces. 2.
  • Page 59 Option Function Setting Function Auto contrast Automatically adjust the contrast Set the camera to include location between the subject and background. information for your photos. To improve GPS signals, avoid Blink detection Set the camera to alert you when shooting in locations where the signal people close their eyes.
  • Page 60 2. Rotate the phone counter-clockwise to switch to the Number Function landscape view. Check the camcorder status and settings. 3. Select to switch to the camcorder. • : Resolution 4. Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary •...
  • Page 61 Customize the camcorder settings 5. Press the Volume key to zoom in or out. 6. Select to start recording. Before capturing a video, select → to access the following options: 7. Select to stop recording. The video is saved automatically. Option Function The camera might not be able to properly record...

  • Page 62: Video Player

    Video Player Before capturing a video, select → to access the following settings: You can use the video player to play various kinds of videos. The video player supports the following file formats: .3gp, Setting Function .mp4, .wmv, (Codec: MPEG4, H.263, H.264, DivX/XviD). Guidelines Display the guidelines on the preview screen.

  • Page 63: Gallery

    4. Control the playback with the following icons: If your phone indicates that the memory is full when you access Gallery, delete some of the files using Icon Function My Files or other file management applications and Change a ratio of the video screen. try again.
  • Page 64 While viewing a photo, use the following options: • Avoid locking the phone’s screen while playing a DivX Video-On-Demand. Each time you lock the • Scroll left or right: View more photos. screen while playing a DivX Video-On-Demand, • Zoom in or out: Select .

  • Page 65: Music Player

    Start by transferring files to your phone or memory card: 4. Select Menu → Share and select a sharing option. • Download from the web. p. 26 • Download from a PC with the optional Samsung Kies. Music Player p. 81 • Receive using Bluetooth.
  • Page 66 5. Copy files from the PC to the memory card. Icon Function To play music files: Change the repeat mode (off, repeating a file, or repeating all files). (Displays when you tap the 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Music Player. player screen.) 2.
  • Page 67 8. Select to switch back to disc view. • WOW HD™ significantly improves the playback quality of audio, delivering a dynamic 3D To create a playlist: entertainment experience with deep, rich bass and 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Music Player. high frequency clarity for crisp detail.

  • Page 68: Fm Radio

    FM Radio To go to the quick list, from the music player main screen, select Playlists → Quick list. To save the quick list as a You can listen to music and news on the FM radio. To listen playlist, press [ ] →...
  • Page 69 4. Control the FM radio with the following keys: Number Function Change the frequency by 0.1 MHz. Search for an available radio station. Add the current radio station to the favourites list. Change the sound output (headset or phone's speaker). Change the frequency by scrolling left or right on the scale bar.
  • Page 70 The FM radio automatically scans and saves available 3. Adjust the following settings to customize your FM stations. radio: Option Function 4. Select a radio station in the station list and press [ to return to the FM radio screen. Region Select your region.

  • Page 71: Personal Information

    Contacts personal You can use contact cards and groups to store personal information in the phone’s memory or on a SIM card. You information can save names, mobile phone numbers, home phone numbers, email addresses, birthdays and more for your contacts.
  • Page 72 3. Select Add to Contacts → Create contact. 3. Select a contact’s name. 4. Select a memory location. Once you have found a contact, you can: 5. Enter contact information. • Call the contact by selecting Call. 6. Select Save to add the contact to memory. •...
  • Page 73 2. Press [ ] → My profile. To create a group of contacts: 3. Enter your details. By creating groups of contacts, you can manage multiple contacts and send messages or email to an entire group. 4. Select Save. Start by creating a group. You can send your namecard by attaching it to a 1.

  • Page 74: Calendar

    To view the communication log: To create an event: You can view the communication log of calls, messages, 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Calendar. email or SNS threads. 2. Press [ ] → Create. 1. In Idle mode, select Contacts → History. 3.

  • Page 75: Memo

    Memo To select today's date, press [ ] → Today. 3. Select an event to view its details. You can record important information to save and view later. You can send the event to others by pressing [ To create a memo: →...

  • Page 76: Voice Recorder

    2. Select a memo to view its details. To play a voice memo: 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Voice Recorder. You can send the memo to others by tapping and holding the memo and selecting an option. 2. In a playlist, select the voice memo that you want to play.

  • Page 77: Web

    Internet You can access and bookmark your favourite web pages. • You might incur additional charges for accessing the web and downloading media. For details, contact your service provider. • Available icons can vary depending on your region. To browse web pages: 1.
  • Page 78 You can also select to open a list of saved • [ ] → More → Add bookmark: Bookmark the bookmarks, frequently visited pages, and recent internet current web page. history. • [ ] → More → Find on page: Search for text on the While browsing web pages, you can use the following web page.
  • Page 79 To bookmark your favourite web pages: • Share link: Send the web address (URL) of the web page to others. 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Internet. • Copy link URL: Copy the web address (URL) of the web 2.

  • Page 80: Google Search

    Layar 2. Select and then select Most visited or History. 3. Select the web page that you want to access. Layar allows you to browse locations for real-time local information or maps using the camera in your phone and to You can add a web page to the bookmark list by share the information with others.
  • Page 81 To change the map view: • Enter the address. • Enter the category of the business. 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Maps. • Select an address you have visited from the list. To search the map: 4. Select 1.

  • Page 82: Youtube

    YouTube™ 7. When you are finished, press [ ] → More → Clear Map. YouTube is a free online video streaming service. You can To share your location using Google Latitude view and share videos using YouTube. You can share your location with your friends and view your This feature might not be available in your region.
  • Page 83 4. Control playback using the following keys: To share videos on YouTube: 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → YouTube. 2. Touch and hold a video. 3. Select Share and select an option. To search for videos: 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → YouTube. ] →...

  • Page 84: Daily Briefing

    Market To access your YouTube account: 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → YouTube. You can download games, ringtones, or other applications from the Android Market. 2. Press [ ] → My account. 3. Enter your user name and password and select Sign in. This feature might not be available in your region.

  • Page 85: Connectivity

    Bluetooth. If the phones are within range of one another, you can exchange information between them even if they are located in different rooms. • Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received using the Bluetooth wireless feature.
  • Page 86 OK. Alternatively, select Accept to match the PIN • Some phones, especially those that are not tested between your phone and the phone. or approved by Bluetooth SIG, might not be When the owner of the other phone enters the same compatible with your phone.

  • Page 87: Wi-Fi

    Wi-Fi To receive data using the Bluetooth wireless feature: 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Settings → You can use your phone’s wireless networking capabilities Wireless and network → Bluetooth settings → to activate and connect to any wireless local area network Visible.
  • Page 88 To find and connect to a WLAN: 4. Select Save. • In Idle mode, select Applications → Settings → To connect to a WLAN using a Wi-Fi Protected Setup Wireless and network → Wi-Fi settings. (WPS): The phone will automatically search for available Using WPS, you can connect to a secured network.

  • Page 89: Allshare

    AllShare 3. Adjust the following settings to customize the DLNA feature: You can use the Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) service to share media files between DLNA-enabled phones Option Function in your home over a WLAN. Media server Enter a name for your phone as a media name server.
  • Page 90 2. Select Play file from my phone on another player. 4. Select a media category and a file. 3. Select a media category and then select a file. 5. Control playback using the icons on your phone. 4. Select Add to playlist. To play files from one phone on the other phone: 5.

  • Page 91: Mobile Ap

    Mobile AP 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Settings → Sound and display → TV out. The Mobile AP feature sets your phone to be a wireless AP 2. Select TV out to activate TV out mode. (Access Point) to connect to the internet on other network 3.

  • Page 92: Pc Connections

    Match the colours at the ends of the TV out cable with To connect with Samsung Kies: those on the TV's A/V ports. Ensure that Samsung Kies is installed on your PC. You can 6. Switch the TV to External input mode. download the program from the Samsung website The phone interface appears on the TV screen.
  • Page 93 2. Press to return to Idle mode. The file directory of the memory card will appear as a removable disk, separate from the internal memory. 3. Using an optional PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your phone to a PC on which 1.
  • Page 94 6. Copy files from the PC to the memory card. 4. When the installation manager appears, follow the on- screen instructions to complete the installation of the To disconnect the phone from the PC, click the USB software. phone icon in the Windows task bar and select the Once the installation is complete, the window to activate option to safely remove the mass storage phone.

  • Page 95: Tools

    Clock tools You can set and control alarms for important events and set various world clocks. You can also use the stopwatch and count-down timer. To set a new alarm: 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Clock → Alarm. ] →...
  • Page 96 To stop an alarm: To select a city in the world map view, select 4. To add more world clocks, repeat steps 2 and 3. When an alarm sounds: • Tap and hold Stop to stop the alarm. To apply the summer time to the clocks, press [ →...

  • Page 97: Calculator

    Mini Diary 2. Set the length of time to count down. 3. Select Start to begin the countdown. You can keep a photo diary on your phone. You can now use other functions with the timer counting To create a Mini Diary: down in the background.

  • Page 98: My Files

    • More: Use additional features when using a file, such as To upload a mini diary to your community website, Move, Copy, Rename, Print via Bluetooth, Bluetooth press [ ] → Publish. visibility, and Settings. My Files ThinkFree Office You can quickly and easily access all of your images, You can view and edit document files on a memory card videos, music, sound clips, and other types of files stored in inserted in your phone.

  • Page 99: Write And Go

    5. Enter a name for the document and select OK. To manage documents online: 6. Enter contents in the document using the tools at the 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → ThinkFree Office. bottom of the screen. 2. Select Online. 7.

  • Page 100: Voice Dialler

    • Update status: Upload the text to a community 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Voice Dialer. website. 2. Say “Call” or “Dial” and then say a name or a phone • Save: Save the text as a memo or calendar event. number.

  • Page 101: Samsung Apps

    Samsung Apps • To use Samsung Apps, your phone must be connected to the internet using a cellular connection or Wi-Fi. Samsung Apps allows you to easily download an • You might incur additional charges when accessing abundance of useful applications to your phone and to the internet or downloading applications.

  • Page 102: Settings

    Settings settings To access the Settings menu: 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Settings. 2. Select a setting category and then select an option. Wireless and Network Change the settings for wireless network connections. Flight mode Disable all wireless functions on your phone. You can only use non-network services.

  • Page 103: Call Settings

    VPN settings • WPS button connection: Connect to a WLAN using a Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button. Set up and manage Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). • Add Wi-Fi network: Add WLAN APs manually. Mobile networks Mobile AP settings • Data roaming: Set the phone to connect to another Activate the Mobile AP feature to use your phone as a network when you are roaming or when your home wireless AP (Access Point) to connect to the internet.
  • Page 104 Voice call recipients. (You must insert the SIM card to use this feature.) • Call forwarding: Divert incoming calls to another • Auto reject: Enable or disable the auto reject feature number. and specify a list of callers to automatically reject. •...

  • Page 105: Sound And Display

    Voicemail • System Volume: Set the default volume for touch feedback sound and power on/off sound. • Voicemail service: Select your service provider or set • Voice call ringtone: Select a ringtone to alert you to another provider to receive voicemails. incoming voice calls.

  • Page 106: Location And Security

    Location and Security • SD card notifications: Set the phone to sound when a memory card is recognized. Change the settings for securing your phone, and the SIM • Font style: Change the font type for the display text. You card, and GPS functionality.
  • Page 107 • Use tactile feedback: Set the phone to vibrate when • Set recipient: Set up recipients to receive a tracking you touch and draw the unlock pattern. message from your lost phone. • Set up SIM card lock: • Visible passwords: By default, the phone displays your password as for security.

  • Page 108: Applications

    If you do not select this option, you can development. only download applications from the Android Market. • Samsung Apps: Select a network connection (Wi-Fi or • Manage applications: Access the list of the applications packet switched data network) to get application update installed on the phone and check the application notification from Samsung Apps.

  • Page 109: Privacy

    Privacy • Format SD card: Format the external or internal memory. Change the settings for managing your settings and data. • Mount SD card: Mount the external or internal memory. • Use my location: Set the phone to use your current location for Google services.

  • Page 110: Locale And Text

    • Auto-spacing: Set the phone to automatically insert a Select your preferred method of inputting text using Swype space between words. or the Samsung keypad. • Auto-capitalization: Set the phone to automatically capitalize the first letter after a final punctuation mark, Swype such as a period, question mark, or exclamation mark.
  • Page 111 • Writing language: Select a language for text input. • Tutorial: Learn how to enter text with the Samsung You cannot enter text in some languages. To enter keypad. text, you should change the writing language to one of...

  • Page 112: Accessibility

    Accessibility • Driving mode: Activate Driving mode to set the phone to read verbal notifications for incoming calls, messages, or Set a type or intensity of the vibration to suit your event details. preferences. You can also install accessibility applications •...

  • Page 113: About Phone

    • Set date: Set the current date manually. • Select time zone: Set your home time zone. • Set time: Set the current time manually. • Use 24-hour format: Set to the time to be displayed in 24-hour format. • Select date format: Select a date format. About Phone Access information about your phone, check the phone’s status, and learn how to use your phone.

  • Page 114: 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 Code Try this to solve the problem: phone, it prompts you to enter one of the following Your SIM card is blocked, usually as a result codes: of entering your PIN incorrectly several...
  • Page 115 Move to another area and try again. • If the touch screen is scratched or damaged, take it to your local Samsung Service Centre. • You cannot access some options without a subscription. Contact your service provider for more details.
  • Page 116 Calls are being dropped Others cannot hear you speaking on a call When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, • Ensure that you are not covering the built-in microphone. you might lose your connection to the network. Move to •...
  • Page 117 Error messages appear when launching the FM radio Your phone is hot to the touch The FM radio application on your Samsung phone uses the When you use applications that require more power or use headset cable as an antenna. Without a headset connected, applications on your phone for an extended period of time, the FM radio will be unable to receive radio stations.
  • Page 118 Bluetooth range (10 metres). • If the tips above do not solve the problem, contact a Some music files might not play on your Samsung phone for Samsung Service Centre. a variety of reasons. If you receive error messages when...

  • Page 119: Health And Safety Information

    Getting the Most Out of Your Reception health and safety Keeping Tabs on Signal Strength information The quality of each call you make or receive depends on the signal strength in your area. Your phone informs you of the current signal strength by displaying a number of bars next to the signal strength icon.

  • Page 120: Knowing Radio Frequency Safety

    Knowing Radio Frequency Safety Maintaining Your Phone’s Peak Performance The design of your phone complies with updated NCRP There are several simple guidelines for operating your standards described below. In 1991-92, the Institute of phone properly and maintaining safe, satisfactory service. Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and the •...

  • Page 121: Maintaining Safe Use Of And Access To Your Phone

    Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your • Get to know your phone and its features, such as speed dial and re-dial. Phone • When available, use a hands-free phone. Failure to follow the instructions outlined may lead to serious •...

  • Page 122: Following Safety Guidelines

    Following Safety Guidelines with the manufacturer regarding any equipment that has been added to your vehicle. To operate your phone safely and efficiently, always follow any special regulations in a given area. Turn your phone off Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical phones, in areas where use is forbidden or when it may cause such as pacemakers and hearing aids, to determine if they interference or danger.

  • Page 123: Turning Off Your Phone In Dangerous Areas

    Turning Off Your Phone in Dangerous Areas • Any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle’s engine. To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn off your phone when in a blasting area or in other areas with signs Never transport or store flammable gas, liquid or indicating that two-way radios should be turned off.

  • Page 124: Caring For The Battery

    The guidelines listed below help you get the most out of instructions per UL guidelines. your battery’s performance. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED • Use only Samsung approved batteries and desktop MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND POSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGE.IMPORTANT SAFETY chargers. These chargers are designed to maximize battery life.

  • Page 125: Acknowledging Special Precautions And Industry Canada Notice

    Disposal of Lithium Ion (LiIon) Batteries • Keep the metal contacts on top of the battery clean. • Don’t attempt to disassemble or short-circuit the battery. For safe disposal options of your LiIon batteries, contact your nearest service center. • The battery may need recharging if it has not been used for a long period of time.

  • Page 126: Specific Absorption Rates (Sar) For Wireless Phones

    equipment. Only use approved batteries, antennas and interference to radio or television reception, which can be chargers. The use of any unauthorized accessories may be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is dangerous and void the phone warranty if said accessories encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more cause damage or a defect to the phone.

  • Page 127: Owner's Record

    The SAR value of a phone is the result of an extensive The highest reported SAR values of the SGH-T959D are: testing, measuring and calculation process. It does not GSM850: Head: 0.17 W/Kg; Body-worn: 0.54 W/Kg represent how much RF the phone emits. All phone models GSM1900: Head: 0.26 W/Kg;...

  • Page 128: Warranty Information

    SAMSUNG Electronics Canada Inc. ("SAMSUNG") information warrants to the original purchaser ("Purchaser") that SAMSUNG's phones and accessories ("Products") are free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for the period commencing upon the date of purchase and continuing for the following specified period of...
  • Page 129 (iii) the battery has been illegible; (c) any plastic surfaces or other externally exposed used in equipment other than the SAMSUNG phone for parts that are scratched or damaged due to normal use; (d) which it is specified.
  • Page 130 Product, call Samsung Customer Care at 1-800- PRODUCT "AS IS," AND SAMSUNG MAKES NO Samsung. Upon receipt, SAMSUNG will promptly repair or WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION AND THERE ARE replace the defective Product. SAMSUNG may, at NO CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY...
  • Page 131 TO YOU. THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IN THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE WHICH VARY FROM PROVINCE TO PROVINCE.
  • Page 132 SAMSUNG. Accordingly, additional statements such as EQUIPMENT, WHETHER SUCH THIRD-PARTY dealer advertising or presentation, whether oral or written, SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT IS INCLUDED WITH THE do not constitute warranties by SAMSUNG and should not PRODUCT DISTRIBUTED BY SAMSUNG OR be relied upon.
  • Page 133 Samsung Electronics Canada, Inc. ©2010 Samsung Electronics Canada, Inc. SAMSUNG is a registered trademark of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and its related entities. No reproduction in whole or in part allowed without prior written approval. Specifications and availability subject to change without notice.

  • Page 134: Index

    index AllShare Connect to other devices 75 Call logs 33 Receive data 76 From Contacts 29 Android Market Send data 75 International 29 Download 25 Making 28 Uninstall 25 Brightness Missed 31 Animation Calculator Options during voice call 30 Applications Reject 29 Calendar Access 17...
  • Page 135 Capture photo 41 Find 61 Share 53 Cartoon mode 47 Group 62 View photo 53 Frame guide 45 Import/Export 61 View video 53 Panoramic photo 44 Namecard 61 Google Latitude Preset options for scenes 43 Current date and time Google Mail Series of photos 43 Daily Briefing Settings 47...
  • Page 136 Ringtone Memo Album list 56 Change 19 Copy music files 54 Volume 19 Memory Card Play music files 55 Format 12 Samsung Apps Playlist 56 Insert 11 Quick list 56 Samsung keypad Remove 11 Settings 57 Samsung Kies Messages Sending multimedia 34...
  • Page 137 Accounts 97 Text-To-Speech 101 Samsung keypad 23 Applications 97 Voicemail 94 Swype 22 Bluetooth 92 VPN 92 ThinkFree Office Calls 92 Wi-Fi 91 Touch Screen Date and Time 101 Shortcuts Panel Control 14 Display 94 Lock/Unlock 15 Silent mode Flight mode 91...
  • Page 138 Voicemail Volume Ringtone 19 Wallpaper Download 26 Wi-Fi Connect 77 WLAN 76 Windows Media Player Wireless Modem WLAN Write and Go YouTube...

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