Samsung GT-S3353 User Manual
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Printed in Korea
Code No.:GH68-32488A
www.samsung.com
English (MEA). 05/2011. Rev. 1.1

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  • Page 1 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 Code No.:GH68-32488A www.samsung.com English (MEA). 05/2011. Rev. 1.1...
  • Page 2 GT-S3353 user manual...
  • Page 3: Using This Manual

    Thank you for purchasing this Samsung mobile phone. Refer to www.samsung.com for the latest version of the This phone will provide you with high quality mobile user manual.
  • Page 4: Instructional Icons

    (represents “see page 12”) ► acknowledgements and notices are available on the → Samsung's website http://opensource.samsung.com. Followed by—the order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; for example: • Please keep this manual for future reference.
  • Page 5 Copyright Trademarks • Copyright © 2011 Samsung Electronics SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. This user manual is protected under international ® • Bluetooth is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth copyright laws. SIG, Inc. worldwide.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Access menus ............ 19 Assembling ..........Customise your phone ........19 Unpack ..............8 Enter text ............24 Install the SIM card and battery ...... 9 Charge the battery ........... 10 Communication ........Insert a memory card (optional) ....12 Calling ..............
  • Page 7 Entertainment ........Web ............Camera ..............38 Internet ............... 48 Music ..............39 Google ..............49 FM radio .............. 40 Communities ............. 50 Games and more ..........41 Community websites ........50 Personal information ......Connectivity ......... Contacts .............. 43 Bluetooth ............
  • Page 8 Calculator ............57 Call ................ 63 Convertor ............57 Recycle bin ............63 Dictionary ............58 Backup manager ..........63 My files ..............58 Security ............... 64 Stopwatch ............59 PC connections ..........64 Timer ..............60 Network .............. 65 World clock ............
  • Page 9: Assembling

    Accessories other than the supplied ones may not • Travel adapter (charger) be compatible with your phone. • User manual Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions that are not covered by your manufacturer's warranty. Assembling...
  • Page 10: Install The Sim Card And Battery

    Install the SIM card and battery Insert the SIM card. When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card, with subscription details, such as your personal identification number (PIN) and optional services. To install the SIM card and battery, •...
  • Page 11: 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. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. Unauthorised chargers or cables can cause batteries Replace the back cover.
  • Page 12 • If your phone is not working properly, bring your phone and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. When the battery is fully charged (the battery icon is no longer moving), unplug the travel adapter from the phone and then from the power outlet.
  • Page 13: Insert A Memory Card (Optional)

    Before charging, ensure that your PC is turned on. 8 GB (depending on memory card manufacturer and type). Open the cover to the multifunction jack on the side Samsung uses approved industry standards for of the phone. memory cards, but some brands may not be fully compatible with your phone.
  • Page 14: Remove The Memory Card

    › • Remove the memory card Your phone supports only the FAT file structure for memory cards. If you insert a card formatted with Ensure that the memory card is not in the middle of an a different file structure, your phone will ask you to operation.
  • Page 15: Attach A Hand Strap (Optional)

    › Attach a hand strap (optional) Format the memory card Formatting your memory card on a PC may cause Remove the back cover. incompatibilities with your phone. Format the memory card only on the phone. Slide a hand strap through the hand strap hole and hook it over the small projection.
  • Page 16: Getting Started

    Getting started Get to know your phone › Phone layout Turn your phone on and off Earpiece To turn on your phone, Press and hold [ Volume key OK> (if necessary). Track pad Enter your PIN and press < Right softkey To turn off your phone, repeat step 1 above.
  • Page 17 › Keys Multifunction Function jack Make or answer a call; In Idle mode, Headset jack Camera lens Dial retrieve logs of your calls and Speaker messages. Perform actions indicated at the Softkeys bottom of the display. Back cover Turn the phone on or off (press and Power/ hold);...
  • Page 18 QWERTY keyboard Function The composition of the QWERTY keyboard may Insert a space in a text input differ depending on your region. Space field; In Idle mode, switch to the silent profile (press and hold). Function Open a message composer Messaging screen;...
  • Page 19 › Indicator icons Icon Definition Icons shown on the display may vary depending on Connected to PC your region or service provider. WLAN connected Icon Definition Bluetooth hands-free car kit or headset Signal strength connected GPRS network connected Bluetooth activated EDGE network connected Alarm activated Voice call in progress...
  • Page 20: Access Menus

    Select a menu or application. Icon Definition Press < Back> to move up one level; Press [ ] to Music playback paused close the menu or application and return to Idle mode. Normal profile activated Customise your phone Silent profile activated Battery power level Get more from your phone by customising it to match your preferences.
  • Page 21 › Adjust the volume of the key tones Customise the sound options for incoming calls, incoming messages, and other phone sounds. In Idle mode, press the Volume key up or down. Available sound options vary depending on the › selected profile. Switch to the silent profile In Idle mode, press and hold [ ] to mute or unmute your...
  • Page 22 Scroll left or right to view the theme. Select a menu to assign the shortcut. Scroll the track pad right to select a submenu (if Press < Set> <Yes> to apply the theme. → necessary). › Adjust the brightness of the display To access the shortcut, in Idle mode, press and hold the assigned shortcut key.
  • Page 23: Lock Your Phone

    Activate the recycle bin Empty the recycle bin Settings Recycle bin. Settings Recycle bin. In Menu mode, select In Menu mode, select → → Options> Activate Recycle bin. Options> Empty Recycle bin Press < Press < <Yes>. → → → ›...
  • Page 24: Lock Your Sim Card

    SIM card will be blocked. You must enter a PIN unlock key (PUK) to unblock the SIM card. • Samsung is not responsible for any loss of • passwords or private information or other If you block your SIM card by entering an incorrect damages caused by illegal software.
  • Page 25: Enter Text

    › Enter text using the QWERTY keyboard Enter the password again and press < OK>. Press appropriate alphanumeric keys to enter characters, Scroll left or right to numbers, and symbols. Select Recipients to open the recipient list. You can also use the following keys: Enter a phone number including a country code Function (with +).
  • Page 26: Copy And Paste Text

    › Copy and paste text While you are entering text, you can use the copy and paste feature to use text in other applications. Place the cursor where you want. Options> Copy or cut. Press < → Drag your finger on the track pad to highlight the text you want.
  • Page 27: Communication

    Communication Answer a call When a call comes in, press [ When the phone is ringing, press the Volume key to Calling adjust the volume, or press and hold the Volume key down to mute the ringtone. Learn to use calling functions, such as making and To end the call, press [ answering calls using options available during a call, or customising and using call-related features.
  • Page 28 • Call an international number To place a call on hold, press < Hold>. To retrieve a held call, press <Retrieve>. 0] to insert the + In Idle mode, press and hold [ • To dial a second call, place the first call on hold and then character.
  • Page 29 › Use additional features To add more numbers, repeat steps 4-5. You can use various other call-related features, such as Select the check boxes next to the numbers. auto rejection, fake calls, or Fixed Dialling Number (FDN) Press < Options> Save.
  • Page 30: Logs

    You can make fake calls appear more realistic by playing To activate FDN mode, back a recorded voice. To record a voice, Settings Security Fixed In Menu mode, select → → In Menu mode, select Settings Call Fake call dialling mode. →...
  • Page 31 Select a log to view its details. Option Function From the detail view, you can dial the number, send View cost records for your calls, a message to the number or add the number to the such as the cost of the last call and phonebook or reject list.
  • Page 32: Messages

    › Messages Set up an MMS profile To send and receive multimedia messages, you must Learn to create and send text (SMS), multimedia (MMS), or activate a connection profile for connecting to the MMS email messages, and view or manage messages you have server.
  • Page 33 Set up an email account Enter a number or email address. You can select one from contacts, groups, or recent Messages Settings Email In Menu mode, select → → contacts by pressing the track pad. Email accounts. → When you enter an email address, the device will Options>...
  • Page 34: Send An Email Message

    › Send an email message • Email inbox : Received email messages • Sentbox : Sent messages Messages Create email. In Menu mode, select → • Outbox : Messages that are currently sending or waiting Enter an email address. to be sent You can select one from contacts, groups, or recent •...
  • Page 35: Use Message Templates

    › Use message templates Select the track pad. Learn to create and use text and multimedia templates to Select an email or a header. quickly and easily create new messages. If you selected a header, press < Retrieve> to view the body of the email.
  • Page 36: Send An Sos Message

    Create a multimedia template In Menu mode, select Messages My folders. → Press < Options> Create folder. Messages My folders In Menu mode, select → → → MMS card. Enter a new folder name and press the track pad. Options> Create to open a new template Press <...
  • Page 37: Instant Messenger

    Press < Change> to turn on the SOS messaging To send an SOS message, the keys must be locked. Press feature. the Volume key 4 times. Once you send an SOS message, all phone functions Recipients to open the recipient list. Select will be suspended until you press [ Enter a recipient number and press the track pad.
  • Page 38: Bluetooth Messenger

    Bluetooth messenger Learn to chat with your friends or family via the Bluetooth wireless feature. Comms. Bluetooth In Menu mode, select → messenger. If there are no Bluetooth contacts saved, press the track pad to find and pair with other Bluetooth- enabled devices.
  • Page 39: Entertainment

    Entertainment Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary adjustments. Press the Volume key to zoom in or out. Camera Press the track pad to take a photo. The photo is saved automatically. Learn how to capture and view photos and videos. You can capture photos at resolutions up to 1600 x 1200 pixels After capturing photos, press <View>...
  • Page 40: Music

    Download from the wireless web. p. 49 ► within 2 seconds); Scan backward in a • Download from a PC with the optional Samsung Kies. file (press and hold). p. 54 ► Skip forward; Scan forward in a file •...
  • Page 41: Fm Radio

    Select the new playlist. Function Press < Options> Tracks. → → Rate the current track. Select the files you want to include and press < Add>. Change a sound effect. Change the repeat mode. FM radio Activate or deactivate Shuffle mode. Learn to listen to music and news on the FM radio.
  • Page 42: Games And More

    › Save radio stations automatically Select < Yes> to start automatic tuning. The FM radio scans and saves available stations Plug the supplied headset into the phone. automatically. Apps FM radio. In Menu mode, select → The first time you turn on the FM radio, you will be prompted to start automatic tuning.
  • Page 43: Download Games And Applications

    › Download games and applications Apps Games and more. In Menu mode, select → Your phone connects to the website preset by your service provider. Search for a game or application and download it to the phone. › Play games or launch applications Apps Games and more.
  • Page 44: Personal Information

    Personal information Enter contact information. If you are saving the contact on a SIM card, you can save only the contact’s name and a phone number. Contacts Options> Save to add Press the track pad or press < → the contact to memory. Learn to create and manage a list of your personal or You can also create a contact from the dialling screen.
  • Page 45: Find A Contact

    › Find a contact Select a favourite number you want to set from the contact list. Contacts. In Menu mode, select The contact is saved to the favourite number list. You can now call this contact from Idle mode by pressing Enter the first letter of the name you want.
  • Page 46: Calendar

    › Calendar Create an FDN list You can set up a list of contacts to be used in Fixed Dialling Learn to create and manage daily, weekly or monthly Number (FDN) mode that restricts outgoing calls if the events. feature is supported by your SIM card. The FDN list is saved on your SIM card.
  • Page 47: Task

    To view events of a specific date, Enter the details of the task. Press the track pad or < Save>. Organiser Calendar. In Menu mode, select → › Select a date on the calendar. On the calendar, the View tasks dates with scheduled events are indicated with a small triangle.
  • Page 48: Create A Memo

    › › Create a memo Record a voice memo Organiser Memo. Apps Voice recorder. In Menu mode, select In Menu mode, select → → Create>. Press < Press the track pad to start recording. Create If there is a memo saved, press <Options> →...
  • Page 49: Web

    › Set up an internet profile To access the network and connect to the internet, you must activate a connection profile. In addition to profiles that are preset by your service provider, you can add your Internet own connection profile. Learn to access and bookmark your favourite web pages.
  • Page 50: Google

    › Browse web pages Enter a page title and a web address (URL). Press the track pad. Internet to launch a specified In Menu mode, select homepage. Google To access a specific web page, press <Options> → Enter URL, enter the web address (URL) of the web Learn to use Google search service.
  • Page 51: Communities

    Communities Community websites Learn to share your photos and videos with other people Learn to quickly access community services, such as on community websites and blogs. Facebook and Twitter. This feature may be unavailable depending on your Comms. Facebook or In Menu mode, select →...
  • Page 52: Connectivity

    If you selected Custom, set duration that • your phone is visible. Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via › the Bluetooth wireless feature. Find and pair with other Bluetooth- •...
  • Page 53 • Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or the To change the device name, press < Options> → Rename. other device’s Bluetooth PIN, if it has one, and press <OK>. Alternatively, press <Yes> to match the PIN • To delete the paired device from the list, press between your phone and the device.
  • Page 54: Wi-Fi

    › Receive data using the Bluetooth To activate Remote SIM mode, wireless feature Apps Bluetooth In Menu mode, select → → <Options> Settings. → Enter the PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature and press <OK> (if necessary). Scroll to Remote SIM mode and press <Change>. Yes>...
  • Page 55: Pc Connections

    Enter a password for the network (if necessary). › Connect>. Press the track pad or < Connect with Samsung Kies Ensure that Samsung Kies is installed on your PC. You can download the program from the Samsung website (www.samsung.com/kies). Connectivity...
  • Page 56 PC. multifunction jack on your phone to a PC. Open the folder to view files. Run Samsung Kies and copy data and files. Copy files from the PC to the memory card. › Connect as a mass storage device You can connect your phone to a PC as a removable disk and access the file directory.
  • Page 57: Tools

    Tools When you are finished, press the track pad or < Save>. The auto power-up feature sets the phone to automatically turn on and sound the alarm at the designated time when the phone is turned off. Alarms › Stop an alarm Learn to set and control alarms for important events.
  • Page 58: Backup Manager

    Backup manager Select a category and select items to restore. Press < Restore>. Use Backup manager to back up your data, such as messages, contacts, and tasks, to your memory card or My files. You can also restore them to your phone. Calculator ›...
  • Page 59: Dictionary

    › Dictionary View the history Apps Dictionary In Menu mode, select Learn to look up words in your dictionary and set up your → own wordbook. History to see a list of words you Scroll left or right to have looked up. ›...
  • Page 60: Stopwatch

    and ones you have downloaded or received from Type Supported format other sources. Sound imy, midi, amr, wav, m4a, mp3, aac, mmf • Sounds, you can play all ringtones, music files, and sound clips you have recorded, including voice Others vcf, vcs, vnt, jad, jar memos and FM radio clips.
  • Page 61: Timer

    World clock Reset> to clear recorded times. Press < While recording the lap times, the interval between Learn to view the time in another region and set world lap times is recorded. To check the interval, scroll left clocks to appear on your display. or right to Lap.
  • Page 62 › Add a world clock to your display With the dual clock widget, you can view clocks with two different time zones on your display. After you have created world clocks, Organiser World clock. In Menu mode, select → Options> Scroll to the time zone you want and press <...
  • Page 63: Settings

    Settings Display Access and alter the following settings to control the display and usage of light on your phone. Access the Settings menu • Wallpaper : Select a background image for the idle screen. Settings. In Menu mode, select • Theme : Select a colour theme for the menu screens.
  • Page 64: Time And Date

    Time and date Call Access and alter the settings to control how time and date Access and alter the following settings to control your are displayed on your phone. phone’s calling features: • All calls : Customise the settings for calling features. •...
  • Page 65: Security

    Security • Fixed dialling mode : Activate or deactivate FDN mode to restrict calls to number in the FDN list. Access and alter the following settings to secure your • Change password : Change the phone password. phone and data: •...
  • Page 66: Network

    Network • Memory status : View the used and available memory for various types of files. Access or alter the following settings to control how your • Default memory : Select a memory location to use phone selects and connects to networks: when transferring data, capturing images and videos, or •...
  • Page 67: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Code Try this to solve the problem: Your SIM card is blocked, usually as a result of entering your PIN incorrectly several When you turn on your phone or while you are times. You must enter the PUK supplied by using the phone, it prompts you to enter one of your service provider.
  • Page 68: Calls Are Being Dropped

    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 you may lose your connection to the network. Move to microphone.
  • Page 69 When dialling from contacts, the call is not The battery does not charge properly or the connected phone turns off • • Ensure that the correct number is stored in the contact The battery terminals may be dirty. Wipe both gold- list.
  • Page 70: Safety Precautions

    Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers specifically Do not touch the power cord with wet hands, or disconnect designed for your device. Incompatible batteries and chargers can the charger by pulling on the cord cause serious injuries or damage to your device.
  • Page 71 Protect the device, batteries, and chargers from damage Do not use your device near a pacemaker • • Avoid exposing your device and batteries to very cold or very hot Avoid using your device within a 15 cm range of a pacemaker if temperatures.
  • Page 72 • • Do not use your device at refuelling points (service stations), near fuels Use a hands-free device. • or chemicals, and at blasting areas. Get to know your device and its convenience features, such as speed • Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in dial and redial.
  • Page 73 • Do not use or store your device in dusty, dirty areas Use your device to call for help. Dial a local emergency number in the case of fire, traffic accident, or medical emergencies. Dust can cause your device to malfunction. •...
  • Page 74 • • Your device may overheat and cause a fire. Samsung cannot be responsible for the user’s safety when using accessories or supplies that are not approved by Samsung. Do not drop your device or cause impacts to your device •...
  • Page 75 (such as • Any changes or modifications to your device can void your templates and predictive text), and take frequent breaks. manufacturer’s warranty. For service, take your device to a Samsung Service Centre. Protect your hearing •...
  • Page 76 Improperly installed wireless equipment can cause Be sure to back up important data serious injury when air bags inflate rapidly. Samsung is not responsible for data loss. 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 manufacturer’s warranty.
  • Page 77: Correct Disposal Of This Product

    Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and Terminal Telecommunications Equipment (R&TTE) directive. For more conditions of the purchase contract. This product and its electronic information about the SAR and related EU standards, visit the Samsung accessories should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for website.
  • Page 78: Correct Disposal Of Batteries In This Product

    To protect natural resources and to promote material reuse, please “THIRD PARTY CONTENT AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS. ” SAMSUNG separate batteries from other types of waste and recycle them through DOES NOT WARRANT CONTENT OR SERVICES SO PROVIDED, EITHER your local, free battery return system.
  • Page 79 Samsung is neither responsible nor liable for customer service related to the content and services. Any question or request for service relating to the content or services should be made directly to the respective content and service providers.
  • Page 80 (name and signature of authorised person) EN 300 328 V1.7.1 (10-2006) * It is not the address of Samsung Service Centre. For the address or the phone We hereby declare that [all essential radio test suites have been carried number of Samsung Service Centre, see the warranty card or contact the out and that] the above named product is in conformity to all the retailer where you purchased your product.

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