Page 1 SCH-R250 P O R T A B L E T R I - 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
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Section 1: Getting Started ... 5 Understanding this User Manual ... 5 Installing the Battery ... 7 Charging the Battery ... 8 Activating Your Phone ... 11 Section 2: Understanding Your Phone ... 13 Features of Your Phone ... 13 Closed View of Your Phone ...
Page 6 Adding a New Contacts Entry ...43 Finding a Contacts Entry ...47 Editing a Contacts Entry ...51 Speed Dial ...55 Contacts Groups ...57 Deleting a Contacts Entry ...62 Memory Info ...62 Section 7: Messages ... 63 Accessing the Messages Menu ...63 Create and Send Text Messages ...63 Send Picture Messages in Camera Mode ...64 Send Picture Messages in Standby Mode ...66...
Page 7 Section 10: Multimedia ... 96 Accessing Multimedia ... 96 Camera ... 96 Using My Images ... 96 Using My Ringtones Gallery ... 98 Section 11: Tools ... 100 Accessing Your Phone’s Tools ... 100 Bluetooth ... 100 Calendar ... 104 Memo Pad ...
Page 8 Section 14: Health and Safety Information ... 137 Health and Safety Information ...137 Please Note the Following Information When Using Your Handset ...139 Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling ...140 UL Certified Travel Adapter ...140 Consumer Information on Wireless Phones ...141 Road Safety ...151 Responsible Listening ...154...
Page 9: Section 1: Getting Started
This section explains how to start using your SCH-r250 phone. Understanding this User Manual The chapters of this guide generally follow the same order as the menus and sub-menus in your phone. A robust index for quick reference to most features begins on page 189.
Page 10: Text Conventions
Text Conventions To condense information in this manual, the following terms and icon appear in procedural steps: highlight Use the Navigation key ( effect onto a menu item or screen item of interest. select After “highlighting” a menu item or screen item, press the OK key highlighted menu item or screen field of interest.
Page 11: Installing The Battery
Installing the Battery Note: Your phone comes packaged with a partially charged rechargeable standard Li-Ion battery and travel adapter. Important!: You must fully charge the battery the first time you use your phone, otherwise you could damage the battery. Getting Started...
Page 12: Removing The Battery
Charging the Battery Your phone is powered by a rechargeable standard Li-Ion battery. Only use Samsung-approved charging devices and batteries. Samsung accessories are designed to maximize battery life. Use of other accessories may invalidate your warranty and may cause damage.
Page 13: Use The Travel Adapter
Use the Travel Adapter The travel adapter rapidly charges your phone from any 120/220 VAC outlet. Plug the large end of the Travel Adapter into a standard 120 VAC or 220 VAC wall outlet. Important!: For connection to an electrical supply not located in North America, you must use an adaptor of the proper configuration for the power outlet.
Page 14: Low Battery Indicator
Insert the smaller end of the Travel Adapter into the charger/ accessory connector on the lower right side of your phone. Important!: You must unplug the adapter before removing the battery from the phone during charging to avoid damage. Low battery indicator The battery indicator ( indicates power level.
Page 15: Turning Your Phone On
Contact your Wireless Carrier and follow their instructions for obtaining service, if necessary. We suggest that you read this guide to fully understand the services your phone supports. Turning Your Phone On With the phone open, press the power up animation. Note: As with any other radio-transmitting device, do not touch the antenna while using your phone as this can affect call quality and can cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than is necessary.
Page 16: Setting Up Your Voicemail
Turn Your Phone Off With the phone open, press and hold seconds. Your phone powers off. Note: If your phone is on and you press will not power off. This prevents your phone from being turned off accidentally. Setting Up Your Voicemail Voicemail allows callers to leave voice messages, which can be retrieved any time.
Page 17: Section 2: Understanding Your Phone
This section lists some important features of your phone and describes the keys and the screen format. Features of Your Phone Domestic and international voice and text messaging service (available on • participating networks). ® Bluetooth Wireless Technology (see Note) •...
Page 18: Closed View Of Your Phone
Closed View of Your Phone Features Volume Key — Lets you adjust the ring volume in Standby mode, adjust the voice volume during a call, or mute the ringer during an incoming call. Press and hold to light the front display.
Page 19 Headset Jack (2.7 mm) — Used to connect an optional, wired headset (for hands free operation) or optional TTY/TDD device. Camera Key — Launches the Camera feature of your phone and takes photos. USB Power / Accessory Connector — Used to connect charging accessories or optional USB accessory cables to your phone.
Page 20: Open View (Front) Of Your Phone
Open View (Front) of Your Phone...
Page 21 Features Main Display — Indicates the status of your phone, including numbers dialed, feature and function screens, status icons, message indicators and contents, signal strength, and so on. Navigation Key — In Menu mode, lets you scroll through the phone menu options. In Standby mode, lets you access preset functions and one user-defined function.
Page 22 CLR Key — Deletes characters from the display when you are in text entry mode. Press this key to return to the previous menu or screen when navigating features on your phone. END Key — Ends a call. If you press and hold the END key, the power goes On or Off.
Page 23: Understanding The Display Screen
Without Widget Bar Icons indicating network and phone statues. (For more information, refer to “Display Screen Icons” on page 20.) Current day of the week, date, and time. Icon indicating that Auto Answer function is active. (For more information, refer to “Auto Answer”...
Page 24: Display Screen Icons
With Widget Bar This line shows a shortcut icons menu that lets you launch a number of r250 applications. The bottom line of the display shows current soft key functions. In this sample screen, pressing the Left soft key will show the Main Menu screen, pressing launch the application related to the highlighted Widget (in this example, MetroWEB), and pressing the Right soft key will show...
Page 25: Dialogue Boxes
Dialogue Boxes Dialogue boxes prompt for action, inform you of status, or warn of situations such as low battery. Dialogue boxes and their definitions are outlined below. Choice • • Example: “Save Message?” Reconfirm • • Example: “Erase All Messages?” Performing •...
Page 26 Backlights Backlights illuminate the displays and the keypad. When you press any key or open the phone, the backlights come on. They go off when no keys are pressed within a period of time set in the Backlight menu. Note: During a phone call, the display backlight turns off after 10 seconds to conserve battery power, regardless of the Backlight setting.
Page 27: Section 3: Menu Navigation
This section explains the menu navigation for your phone. Menu Navigation Access the menus and sub-menus in your phone using the Navigation key ( In Standby mode, press Menu. The first of several menus appears in the display. Use the Navigation key to browse through the menus. Press to enter the menu or sub-menu that appears in the display.
Page 28: Navigation Key Shortcuts
Navigation Key Shortcuts In Standby mode, press the Navigation key Up or Down to launch the corresponding applications in the pattern shown here. Applications Widget Bar In Standby mode, when you press APP ( bar appears in the display, containing the following widgets: Select the appropriate widget to launch the desired application.
Page 29: Section 4: Entering Text
This section outlines how to enter text using the phone keypad. This section also describes how to use the T9 predictive text entry feature to reduce the number of key strokes needed to enter text. Text Entry Modes Changing the Text Entry Mode In any text entry screen or field, the current text entry mode (T9word, T9Word, T9WORD, abc, Abc, ABC, 123, Symbols, or Emoticons) is shown in the lower left of the display.
Page 30: Using T9® Mode
Text entry using T9 Word is much faster than the traditional method (Abc) and requires only one key press per letter of the word. For example, to enter the word “Samsung”, press each of the following keys only once: If more than one word shares the same numeric sequence, T9 Word inserts the most commonly used word, and displays any additional words in a pop-up menu where you can select the desired word.
Page 31: Adding Words To The T9 Word Dictionary
Adding Words to the T9 Word Dictionary If pressing the keys corresponding to a word you want to enter does not display that word, do the following: Press the Left soft key and select Add T9 Word. Enter the word you want to add to the T9 Word dictionary, then press ( ).
Page 32: Using 123 Mode
Using 123 Mode Enter numbers into a text message while in 123 mode. To switch to 123 mode while composing a text message, press the Left soft key, then select 123. Enter numbers while in 123 mode by pressing the key labeled with the desired number.
Page 33: Section 5: Call Functions
This section provides procedures for making and answering calls, and for reviewing your call time. Making a Call In Standby mode, enter an area code and a phone number. To make the call, press Volume key.) To end the call, press Tip: To re-dial your last call, press To re-dial other recent calls, press Emergency Calls...
Page 34: Dialing International Numbers
Tip: If you need to make an emergency (911) call with Airplane mode enabled, just dial the emergency number and press “Airplane Mode” on page 129.) To exit Emergency mode, press confirm that you want to exit Emergency mode. To confirm that you want to exit Emergency mode, press Yes. Three-Way Calling During a call, Three-Way Calling lets you call a third party and connect them to your existing call.
Page 35: Manual Pause Calling
In Standby mode, press and hold until a plus sign (+) appears in the display. Note: When you press the three-digit exit code for the United States. Enter the country code for the country that you are calling. Enter the number that you wish to call, then press Manual Pause Calling To manually call a number with pause(s) without storing it in your Contacts list:...
Page 36: Speed Dialing
Tip: Press Save to store pauses along with the number if you plan to call the number frequently. Speed Dialing Speed Dialing lets you place a call to any Contact stored in your Contacts list by dialing the Contact’s Location number. 1-Touch Dialing (1 –...
Page 37: Voice Dialing Tips
Example: To speed dial the Contacts entry assigned to speed dial 235, press press , then press and hold Voice Dialing Your SCH-r250’s voice recognition let’s you speak phone numbers and Contact names in a natural manner to call them. Note: End Calls Before relaunching the VoiceSignal voice recognition software —...
Page 38: Answering A Call
If the recognized name has multiple numbers stored for it, Voice Dial displays the possible choices and prompts you with “Which number?” Say “Home”, “Work”, or “Mobile”, and Voice Dial dials the specified number. Press to exit VoiceSignal without dialing. Dialing a Number In Standby mode, press and hold appears in the display and plays through the earpiece.
Page 39: Call Answer
Tip: When you assign pictures to Contacts entries, the entry’s assigned picture appears in the display when you receive a call from that entry. (See “Assigning a Picture to a Contacts Entry” on page 53). The phone continues to notify you of the call until one of the following events occurs: You answer the call.
Page 40: Call Waiting
In Standby mode, press the Volume key on the left side of the phone up or down to set the call ringer volume as desired. Once you’re satisfied with the setting, press returns to Standby mode. Note: The Vibrate icon ( Vibrate.
Page 41: Ignore An Incoming Call
Ignored calls are immediately forwarded to Voicemail. To ignore an incoming call: While your phone is ringing, press Ignore. The incoming call is forwarded to Voicemail. In-Use Menu You can access a number of menus and features even while in a call. While in a call, you can: •...
Page 42: Calls Logs
– Select a menu or feature to access the sub-menu or activate the selected feature. – Press Cancel to exit the menu. Calls Logs Your phone has Call Logs that retain information about Outgoing, Incoming, and Missed Calls for future reference, to return calls, and to add new Contacts.
Page 43: Erase Logs
• To access further options, press Options. The following options appear in the display: – Save — Save the number to your Contacts. – Details — Contacts calls only — Lets you view the Contacts entry for the originator or recipient of this call. –...
Page 44: Data Counter
Call Timer Call Timer shows you the duration of your last call, total calls, and calls made during the life of your phone. Call timer is not for billing purposes. From the Calls menu, select Call Timer. To reset a timer, highlight it and press Reset. To reset all of the timers except Lifetime Calls, press Reset All.
Page 45: Store Numbers From Call Logs
Press to exit the Data Counter screen. Store Numbers from Call Logs You can store numbers from your Outgoing, Incoming, Missed, and All calls logs to your Contacts list. Tip: In Standby mode, briefly press then select any call in the list to save to Contacts. From the Calls menu, select Outgoing Calls / Incoming Calls / Missed Calls / All Calls.
Page 46: Section 6: Understanding Your Contacts
This section details how you can manage your daily contacts by storing their names and numbers in your Contacts list. Note: Although the procedures in this section are written for the phone keypad, you can also perform these procedures using the QWERTY keypad. Contacts Up to 1000 entries can be stored in Contacts.
Page 47: Adding A New Contacts Entry
You can use either of three methods to add an entirely new entry to Contacts. Dial Method In Standby mode, enter the number you wish to add to your Contacts. Press Save. The following options appear in the display: • Create New — Lets you create a new Contacts entry. •...
Page 48 From the Save screen, select Update Existing. The Update Existing screen appears in the display showing your Contacts list with the Go To field and the first Contacts entry highlighted. Find and select the Contacts entry to which you want to add the new number.
Page 49: Saving A Number After A Call
Saving a Number After a Call Once you finish a call, you can store the caller’s number to your Contacts list. Note: If the call was incoming and Caller ID information was unavailable, then the Save option is also unavailable. Press to end your call.
Page 50: Menu Method
Menu Method From the Contacts menu, select Add New Entry. The Add New Entry screen appears in the display with the Name field highlighted. Enter the name of the new entry using either keypad. (See “Entering Text” on page 25 for more information.) Highlight one of the following fields: Mobile •...
Page 51: Calls Log Method
Calls Log Method Display the desired Calls log. (For more information, refer to “Calls Logs” on page 38.) Highlight the Call whose number you want to add to your Contacts. Press Options, and select Save. Repeat Steps 2 through 6 of “Dial Method” on page 43. Finding a Contacts Entry Menu Method From the Contacts menu, select Find.
Page 52: Voice Method
Voice Method Use the Voice SVC Lookup command to view contact information for any named contact stored in your Contacts list by saying the name. Note: The Lookup command shows the requested contact information in the display but does not dial any phone numbers for the contact. In Standby mode, press and hold “Say a Command”...
Page 53: The Display
The contact information for the name you selected appears in the display. • To dial the number associated with the name, press • To erase this entry from your Contacts list, press Erase. • To add or change information for this entry, press Edit. •...
Page 54: Shortcut Key Method
Press the Navigation key Up. The Contacts Find screen appears in the display with the first matching Contact name in a list and highlighted. Highlight the desired Contact and press Shortcut Key Method If you’ve stored a name entry in Contacts, Find allows you to find it quickly.
Page 55: Editing A Contacts Entry
Tip: You can select another number assigned to the name by using the Left/Right navigation keys. • To add or change information for this entry, press Edit. • To show information about the entry., press VIEW ( • For more options, press Options. Editing a Contacts Entry Editing Contacts Name and Numbers Find the Contacts entry you wish to change.
Page 56 Calls to automated systems such as banking services often require a password or account number. Instead of manually entering these numbers, you can store them in a Contacts entry with the phone number and with special characters called pauses, up to a maximum of 32 digits.
Page 57: Assigning A Picture To A Contacts Entry
If you stored the number using 2-second pause(s), simply recall the number from Contacts. If you stored the number using Wait(s), recall the number from Contacts and wait for the appropriate prompt from the dialed number. Press to dial the number. Edit an Existing Email Address From the Edit Contact screen, highlight the Email field.
Page 58: Assigning A Ringtone To A Contacts Entry
Select the picture that you wish to assign to the Contacts entry. If there is no usable picture in the photo gallery screen: • Press Camera. The camera viewfinder screen appears in the display. • Press Take. The picture you have taken appears in the display. •...
Page 59: Speed Dial
A Contacts entry’s Speed Dial number corresponds to the number keys you press to speed dial one of that entry’s numbers. For example: To speed dial the Contacts entry assigned to Location 5, press and hold • , (1-touch dialing). To speed dial the Contacts entry assigned to Location 35, press •...
Page 60: Assignment During Entry Creation
Assignment During Entry Creation To assign a Speed Call number to a new Contacts entry number, do the following: Follow either of the New Contacts entry procedures (see “Adding a New Contacts Entry” on page 43) until you enter a name for the entry.
Page 61: Changing A Speed Dial Location
Changing a Speed Dial Location Find the Contacts entry you want to edit. See “Finding a Contacts Entry” on page 47 for more information. Highlight the desired entry, then press Edit. Highlight the number field marked by the Speed Dial icon ( Press Options, then select Remove speed dial.
Page 62: Add Contacts Entry To A Group
Add Contacts Entry to a Group Using Add New/Edit Contact Option To add a Contact to a Group using either the Add New Contact option or the Edit Contact option, do the following: Create a Contacts entry (see “Adding a New Contacts Entry” on page 43 for more information) that you want to add to a Group.
Page 63 The Add option lets you add one or more existing Contacts to a Group. From the Contacts menu, select Group. The Group List screen appears in the display showing Groups similar to the following: No Groups • Business • Highlight a Group, then press Options. The following options pop-up in the display: •...
Page 64: Rename A Group
When you have marked the Contacts you want to add to the group, press Done. “Contact added to group” appears in the display, followed by the selected Group list including the added Contacts. Rename a Group The Rename option lets you change the name any of the Groups, except No Groups.
Page 65: Add A New Group
Add a New Group The New option lets you add Groups. From the Contacts menu, select Group. The Group List screen appears in the display. Press New. The New Group screen appears in the display. Enter a new group name using either keypad. (See “Entering Text”...
Page 66: Deleting A Contacts Entry
Deleting a Contacts Entry Find the Contacts entry you want to delete. (See “Finding a Contacts Entry” on page 47 for more information.) Highlight the desired entry, then press Options and select Erase. The phone prompts you to confirm the erasure. Press Yes to confirm erasure of the selected Contact.
Page 67: Section 7: Messages
This section explains how to use your phone to exchange Text and Picture messages with compatible phones and devices. Note: Available memory is shared between all messages. You can store up to 100 messages. However, the exact number is dependent upon message length. Accessing the Messages Menu In Standby mode, press the Navigation key Down (Messages shortcut).
Page 68: Send Picture Messages In Camera Mode
Enter the phone number or Email address of the recipient. Press Add to address your message to Contacts, Groups, or Recent Calls. Press . The Text: appears in the display. Enter your message text. If needed, set message delivery options by pressing Options. (For more information, refer to “Message Content and Delivery Options”...
Page 69 Tip: Press Add to display a pop-up menu containing: Contacts, Groups, and Recent Calls. These options allow you to find and add recipients to the Send To: list. Tip: You can send a Picture message to up to ten recipients. Enter each recipient’s address or phone number in a separate Send to field of the Picture message composer.
Page 70: Send Picture Messages In Standby Mode
To complete the message text and set message delivery options, press Options. (For more information, refer to “Message Content and Delivery Options” on page 68.) Press Send ( appears in the display and a progress bar indicates the send status. Send Picture Messages in Standby Mode Send Picture messages to recipients with a compatible phone or other device, and accompany a Picture message with a voice memo,...
Page 71 Enter a subject for the Picture message. Highlight the Text: field, then enter the message text. For a Picture Message, highlight the Picture: field, then press Picture. A photo gallery of thumbnail images appears in the display. Do one of the following: •...
Page 72: Message Content And Delivery Options
• Select Record New and record a new voice memo, then select the new recorded sound file to add it to the message. Note: If you record first before attaching a picture, you can record and insert a voice memo of up to 60 seconds in length. If you attach a picture before recording, the size of the voice memo is limited to the amount of remaining memory.
Page 73: Receiving Messages
Deferred Delivery — Directs that this message not be delivered until a • selected date and time. Delivery Ack — Choose On or Off — Requests confirmation when your • message is received. — Picture message only — Remove the picture from your •...
Page 74: Messages And Lock Mode
View Later — Saves the message to your Inbox, where you can view it • later, then returns your phone to its previous mode. (For more information, refer to “Message Boxes” on page 71.) Messages and Lock Mode Your phone can still receive messages while in Lock Mode. The time and date of the message appear in the display, but you cannot access the message until you enter the lock code.
Page 75: Listen To Voicemail Later
Listen to Voicemail Later From the Messages menu, select Voicemail. The Voicemail screen appears in the display. Press OPEN. Your phone dials your voicemail account. Tip: You can also access your voicemail from Standby mode, by pressing and holding to speed call your voice mailbox. Follow the voice prompts to access your voicemail messages.
Page 76 From the Messages menu, select Inbox. The Inbox appears in the display showing a list of received messages. Highlight a message in the list, you have the following options: • To remove the highlighted message from the Inbox, press Erase. •...
Page 77: Draft Box
From the Messages menu, select Outbox. Your list of sent messages appear in the display. Highlight a message in the list, you have the following options: • To remove the highlighted message from the Inbox, press Erase. • To review the highlighted message, press OPEN ( •...
Page 78 Compose your message using either keypad, press Options, then select Save As Draft. “Message saved” appears in the display and your message is saved to the Drafts box. View and Edit Draft Text Messages From the Messages menu, select Drafts. A list of any draft messages that you’ve saved appears in the display.
Page 79: Managing Draft Messages
When you have completed composing your message, press SEND ( ) to send it. Managing Draft Messages From the Messages menu, select Drafts. A list of any draft messages that you’ve saved appears in the display. Highlight a message, then do one of the following: •...
Page 80 OUTBOX • Play Again — Replay the sound file in a Picture message. • Forward — Send the highlighted message to another recipient. • Erase — Picture Messages Only — Delete this message from the Outbox, if the message is Unlocked. •...
Page 81: Message List Options
• Save As Draft — Saves the changed message to the Draft Box. • Priority Level — Choose High , Normal , or Low. • Validity Period — Enter the Date when this message will cease to be valid, then use the Left and Right navigation keys to choose the Time. •...
Page 82 OUTBOX – Forward — Send the highlighted message to another recipient. – Resend — Send another copy of the highlighted message to the original recipient – Lock / Unlock — Block/permit erasure of the highlighted message. – Add To Contacts — Save the recipient’s number to your Contacts. –...
Page 83: Erase Messages
You can erase all of the messages in any or all of message boxes using one convenient sub-menu. Note: This function erases all messages in the selected message box. To delete a single message, go to the respective message box, highlight the message, and press Erase.
Page 84: Message Settings
Message Settings Use the Msg Settings sub-menus to define settings for general, text, and picture messages. General Message Settings From the Messages menu, select Msg Settings following options appear in the display. • Auto Save — Choose whether your messages are saved automatically when you exit them (On, Off, Prompt).
Page 85: Editing And Entering Quick Text
From the Messages menu, select Msg Settings Quick Text. The Quick Text sub-menu appears in the display. Select a Quick Text you want to change. Note: You cannot change the pre-defined Quick Text included with your phone. To create a new Quick Text, press New. Tip: You can also create new Quick Text by viewing/editing an Outbox message and using the Save Quick Text option in the Options menu.
Page 86: Picture Message Settings
Text Message Settings From the Messages menu, select Msg Settings The following options appear in the display. • Auto View — On/Off — With Auto View On, the full content of a text message appears in the display as the messages is received. •...
Page 87: Section 8: Camera
Use your r250 phone to take full color digital pictures, display them on your phone’s vivid color display, and instantly share them with family and friends. This section explains how you can do the following: Take pictures with your phone’s built-in digital camera. •...
Page 88: Screen Layouts
Taking Snap Shots (Single Pictures) To take a single picture using the current camera settings, do the following: In Standby mode, press and hold the Camera key ( right side of the phone. The camera view finder screen appears in the display. (For more information, refer to “Screen Layouts”...
Page 89: Taking Multi Shot Pictures
Taking Multi Shot Pictures When taking pictures of moving subjects or subjects you cannot pose, such as children and pets, the camera’s Multi Shot mode simplifies the process of taking multiple pictures in quick succession. In Standby mode, press and hold the Camera key ( right side of the phone.
Page 90: Point, Click, And Send Pictures
Press Take or the Camera key ( picture (Single Shot) or lets you take multiple pictures (Series Shot or Mosaic Shot 2x2 / 3x3). To save the picture(s) to memory, press Save / Done. To discard the pictures, press Cancel or Point, Click, and Send Pictures Take a picture and send it to anyone with a compatible device in a few easy steps.
Page 91: Screen Layouts
Camera Screen When you activate your phone’s camera, the top two lines of the display are reserved for camera icons (when active). The center of the display shows a viewfinder image of the subject at which the camera is pointed. Camera Screen Icons The following icons appear in the Camera screen when the Icon Display Camera setting is set to Display All.
Page 92 Night Shot — Indicates/changes whether your phone is ready to take photos in low light: Off (shown) or On ( Self Timer in use — Delays the camera shutter for 2/5/10 seconds (10 Sec. shown) after you press the Camera key Quality —...
Page 93: The Photo Gallery
Photo Limit — Indicates the available number of photos you can take. (Depending on the camera Resolution and Quality settings.) The Photo Gallery Saved pictures are stored in the My Images folder. You can browse the pictures one at a time (expanded mode), or view several pictures at once in thumbnail format.
Page 94 Select the desired option to perform its function or to enter its sub-menu.
Page 95: Section 9: @Metro
With Mobile Shop, you can download full featured applications over the air including games, personalized ring tones, pictures, and more. You can send and receive instant messages and email, or browse the web to catch up on all the latest news. This section outlines how to obtain games and other applications for your phone.
Page 96: Applications Shopping And Downloading @Metro App Store
Applications Shopping and Downloading @metro App Store Download games, ring tones, Email, and more using Mobile Shop. Note: For information on airtime charges, contact your Wireless Carrier. At the @metro menu, select @metro App Store ( Note: The first time you access Mobile Shop, “Browsing online and downloading apps may incur network usage charges”...
Page 97: Using On-Line Help
• Main Menu View — Select whether to view the main Mobile Shop menu in a list or icon format. • View Log — View the Mobile Shop log, which displays information about recent activity using Mobile Shop. Select the desired option to enter the option’s sub-menu and view or change settings.
Page 98: Restoring Apps
Demo Apps A Demo app is free and is designed to demonstrate the app’s main features. It usually expires after a certain period of time or a number of uses and often has limited functions. When you run a demo app, you will be presented with a purchase option so you won’t have to look for the app in the MobileShop catalog.
Page 99: Expired Apps
Expired Apps Apps that were purchased based on the number of uses or time expire. You can purchase additional uses from the MobileShop catalog. @Metro...
Page 100: Section 10: Multimedia
Use your SCH-r250 phone’s Camera to take full color digital pictures, display them on your phone’s vivid color display, and instantly share them with family and friends. With Mobile Shop, you can download personalized ringtones, pictures, and more. For more information, contact your Wireless Provider.
Page 101 • To take new photos, press Camera. • To expand an image to fill the screen, highlight it and press VIEW My Images Options From the My Images list, access other options by pressing Options. The following options appear: Send — Send image as part of a Picture message or via Bluetooth •...
Page 102: Using My Ringtones Gallery
Using My Ringtones Gallery My Ringtones lets you assign Ringtones for calls, alarms, and other alerts. In Standby mode, press Menu, then select Multimedia Ringtones. A list of recorded sound files and Ringtones appears in the display. Highlight a ringtone. You have the following options: •...
Page 103: Recording A Sound File
Recording a Sound File Record New lets you record sound files. From the My Ringtones menu, select Record New. The Record New screen appears in the display. • To start recording a sound file, press Rec ( • To pause/resume recording, press Pause /Resume. •...
Page 104: Section 11: Tools
This section explains how you can use your phone’s Personal Information Manager (PIM) functions to view today’s calendar, schedule appointments, set an alarm, perform simple math calculations, and more. Accessing Your Phone’s Tools To launch the Tools menu: In Standby mode, press Menu, then select Tools . Bluetooth Bluetooth wireless technology is a short-range wireless communications technology capable of exchanging information over...
Page 105: Registered List
To turn Bluetooth support on: From the Bluetooth menu, select Bluetooth Settings Enable or select Registered List prompted to “Turn bluetooth on?” by pressing Yes. “Bluetooth set to on” and the red Bluetooth On icon ( appear in the display. To turn Bluetooth support off: From the Bluetooth menu, select Bluetooth Settings Disable.
Page 106 From the Registered List, select Add New Device. “Place device you are connecting to in discoverable mode” appears in the display. (See the device user manual for more information.) Press . Names of available devices appear in the display. Highlight the device you want and press PAIR ( prompted to enter the passkey or PIN for the selected device.
Page 107: Bluetooth Settings
From the Registered List, highlight a device and press Options. The Options let you Remove or Rename this device, set Incoming Security, Discover what Bluetooth profiles apply, review Device Information, Send a Name Card (Contact information), and get files from this device. Bluetooth Settings The Bluetooth Settings menu provides the ability to view and change the device name, show the visibility, and set the security for the...
Page 108: Calendar
Calendar Calendar allows you to view the current, past, or future month in calendar format. While viewing the calendar, the current date is highlighted, and days with scheduled events are surrounded by a box. View an Event From the Tools menu, select Calendar the display with the current date highlighted.
Page 109: Arrow Keys
Add a New Event From the Calendar, press Add. To highlight New Event options, press the Navigation key Up or Down. Enter the Name of the new event. (For more information, refer to “Entering Text” on page 25.) Note: The current mode of text entry is indicated in the lower left corner of the display.
Page 110: Memo Pad
Memo Pad Create notes and store them in Memo Pad. Notes that you create in Return to Memo Pad anytime to review and edit your notes. Note: Memo Pad can’t be prioritized or assigned an alert. From the Tools menu, select Memo Pad. If you have any stored memos, they appear as a list in the display.
Page 111: Alarm Clock
– Press Options to Erase the memo you are viewing, Add a New Memo, or Lock/Unlock the memo you are viewing. • To Edit or Erase a memo, Erase all memos, or Lock / Unlock a memo, press Options and select the desired options. Alarm Clock Your phone lets you have up to 10 alarm clocks that can each be set to go off at a different time once, or to recur on a select day of the...
Page 112: When An Alarm Sounds
When an Alarm Sounds An animated alarm clock appears in the display along with Snooze and Dismiss options and an alert sounds when the specified time for the alarm arrives. To silence the alarm, use select Snooze or Dismiss. • If the alarm was set as a Daily alarm, the alarm icon remains in the top of •...
Page 113: Selecting/Displaying Time Zones
From the Tools menu, select World Time A world map appears in the display, showing the time and date in one or two cities or time zones. Selecting/Displaying Time Zones World Time lets you view the time and date in up to two locations or time zones.
Page 114: Enable Daylight Saving Time (Dst)
To change home (upper) time zone or location, do the following: In the World Time screen, display the time zone you wish to make your Home Zone. Press Options and select Set as home zone. Enable Daylight Saving Time (DST) Display the desired time zone.
Page 115: Stop Watch
• To add parentheses [( )] to your calculation or to enter a Power exponent (^), such as, 3^2, which is the equivalent of 3 Operator. • Press Clear to clear current entries. Select a type(s) of calculation. • [ x ] Multiplication — Press Navigation key Up. •...
Page 116: Converter
Converter The Converter lets you covert one measure of the available categories (Currency, Length, Weight, Volume, Area, and Temperature) into another. From the Tools menu, select Converter Weight / Volume / Area / Temperature. Use the Navigation/Arrow keys to select the units to be converted From and To.
Page 117: Currency - Adding Exchange Rates
Currency — Adding Exchange Rates You can use the Currency Converter to convert from and to obscure currencies by adding exchange rates for these currencies. From the Tools menu, select Converter Currency. To open the EXCHANGE RATE list, press Rate. Press Add.
Page 118: Currency - Erasing Exchange Rates
Currency — Erasing Exchange Rates You cannot erase the preloaded currencies from the Exchange Rate list. You can erase a currency that you have added to the list by doing the following: From the Tools menu, select Converter Press Rate. The EXCHANGE RATE list for the From currency appears in the display.
Page 119: Tip Calculator
Tip Calculator automatically calculates the following amounts: Gratuity (tip) • Individual payment (for groups) • From the Tools menu, select Tip Calculator. The Tip Calculator screen appears in screen, with the Bill field highlighted. Use the keypad to enter the total amount of the bill. If needed, highlight the Tip field, and enter a tip percentage.
Page 120: Section 12: Voice Svc
Voice SVC Options Your SCH-r250 includes Nuance Vsuite, state-of-the-art voice recognition software that lets you use your voice to dial numbers, access your Contacts list, and open Tools. To access your phone’s voice recognition, do the following: In Standby mode, select Menu options appear in the display: •...
Page 121: Voice Command Tips
Note: You can also set your phone to start VoiceSignal when you connect an optional headset to the phone. (For more information, see “Voice Launch” on page 122..) The following voice commands appear in the display: Call — Call a Contact by saying the name saved in your Contacts list. Call •...
Page 122: Voice Settings
Voice Settings To access the Voice Settings menu: From the Voice SVC menu, select Voice Settings. Choice Lists When Vsuite cannot recognize a name or number, it displays a choice list of up to three possible choices, and prompts you to confirm the correct one.
Page 123: Digit Dialing
Digit Dialing If you regularly have trouble with Vsuite not recognizing the numbers you speak, adapting can improve the accuracy of digit recognition, especially for people with strong regional accents. Note: After you adapt Digit Dial, your phone is customized to your voice, and your voice only.
Page 124: Adapt Digits
To adapt digit dialing, do the following: From the Voice Settings menu, select Digit Dialing Digits. Your phone displays text describing the Adapt Digits process. Press “Please say” plays through the speaker followed by the four digits appearing in the display. Wait for the beep and say the digits using your normal tone of voice.
Page 125: Reset Digits
To reset digit dialing to factory default settings, do the following: From the Voice Settings menu, select Digit Dialing Digits. The phone prompts you to confirm digit reset. Press OK to reset your digit adaptation, or press Back to cancel. Sound Sound lets you specify what (if any) text prompts you want your phone to read to you through the earpiece.
Page 126: Voice Launch
Voice Launch To set the key or action that launches Nuance Vsuite, do the following: From the Voice Settings menu, select Voice Launch. The following options appear in the display: • Key Only — Press and hold • Key/Ear Mic — Attach a headset to your phone. Press and hold activate Vsuite.
Page 127: Section 13: Changing Your Settings
This section explains how to configure your phone’s language, network preferences, security options, and other settings. To launch the Settings menu: In Standby mode, press Menu, then select Settings . The Settings menu appears in the display. Location Setting You can set your phone to pass Global Positioning System (GPS) data to identify your location to the network continually (Location On) or only when you make an emergency (911) call (911 Only).
Page 128: Dialing Font Size
Clock Format Clock lets you choose whether and in what format the time and date appear as the Main Clock [Samsung, Digital (default), Analog, Off] and/ or the Front Clock [Digital (default), Analog, or Off] on your phone. Note: The Clock Format setting for the Front Clock automatically changes to Off when you change the Wallpaper setting for the Front Display.
Page 129: Front Contrast
Banner Create your own 13-character personal greeting that appears in the display while your phone is in Standby mode. Tip: Press and hold information, refer to “Entering Text” on page 25.) Backlight You can separately set the Main Display, Keypad, and/or Charging backlight to remain on for 10, 15, or 30 seconds;...
Page 130: Master Volume
Master Volume Use the Master Volume screen to set the default volume for Voice Calls ringers, Messages alerts, and Alarms to the desired level (Silence All, Low, Low/Medium, Medium, Medium/High, or High) or vibrate mode (Vibrate, or Vib. on / Vib. off soft key). Ringer Type Use the Ringer Type sub-menu to select ringtones, melodies, or recorded sounds to play as ringers for Voice Calls, Messages (Text,...
Page 131: Call Settings
The Call Settings sub-menu lets you set call options such as Auto Retry, Data rates for data calls, and more. Call Answer You can set your phone to answer incoming calls only when you press ; when you press any key on the keypad except ;...
Page 132: Voice Privacy
TTY Mode Your phone is fully Teletypewriter (TTY)/Telecommunication Device for the Deaf (TDD) compatible. You connect TTY/TDD equipment to the headset connector on the top of your phone, behind the folder hinge. You can set your phone to allow TTY/TTD communication while you converse with the other party, or you can limit voice communication to Talking or Hearing only.
Page 133: Hearing Aid Mode
Hearing Aid Mode Hearing Aid Mode lets you power Off (default value — to save power) or power On your phone’s Hearing Aid compatibility functions. Phone Settings You can set or reset the operating characteristics of your phone to suit your location and/or to limit access to your phone. Airplane Mode When set to On, Airplane Mode disables all radio functions of your phone.
Page 134: Security Options
Security Use the Security sub-menu to lock your phone, set up emergency numbers, enable or disable voice privacy, set restrictions, and other security options. To access the Security sub-menu, you are prompted to enter your phone’s four-digit lock code. Note: The default lock code is the last four digits of your mobile phone number. Lock Phone The Lock Phone option lets you Lock or Unlock your phone immediately or set your phone to lock itself On Power Up.
Page 135: Change Lock
Auto Device Lock lets you set your phone to automatically lock itself when the display backlight shuts off. Change Lock Change Lock lets you replace your phone’s default lock code (the last four digits of your phone number) with one of your own choosing. It is advisable to change the default lock code to a secret code for security purposes.
Page 136 The Emergency # option lets you enter and store up to three emergency numbers in your phone. Each number can be up to 32 digits long. You can dial your emergency numbers any time, even when your phone is locked or restricted. Note: Emergency number 911 is hard-coded into your phone.
Page 137: Reset Phone
To store emergency numbers: Select the Emergency # option, then select • one of the three emergency number options, and enter and save your new emergency number. To call emergency numbers (even in lock mode): Simply enter 911 or one •...
Page 138: Nam Selection
NAM Selection The NAM Selection option lets you select your preferred system (NAM 1 or NAM 2), provided your phone has a NAM 2 number programmed into it. (For more information, contact your Wireless Provider.) Important!: If after setting your phone to Lock itself On Power Up, you change the NAM Selection setting from NAM 1 to NAM 2, but there is no number programed into NAM 2, you won’t be able to access your phone.
Page 139: Quick Search
Enter the current Time using your keypad: • – The hour and minute must be entered using two digits each. You must enter the hour in 12-hour format. – Use the Left and Right navigation keys to select am or pm. Speed Dial The Speed Dial option lets you disable (Off) or enable (On) speed dialing of Contacts.
Page 140: Phone Info
Phone Info Phone Info lets you review the phone number assigned to your phone; lets you reference the meanings of icons that appear on your phone’s Standby mode screen; lets you identify the hardware and software versions of your phone, the @metro software, and the assigned MEID number (in Decimal and Hexadecimal formats);...
Page 141: Health And Safety Information
This section outlines the safety precautions associated with using your phone. These safety precautions should be followed to safely use your phone. Health and Safety Information Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals Certification Information (SAR) Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the exposure limits for radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S.
Page 142 (W/kg). The FCC requires wireless phones to comply with a safety limit of 1.6 watts per kilogram (1.6 W/kg). The FCC exposure limit incorporates a substantial margin of safety to give additional protection to the public and to account for any variations in measurements.
Page 143: Please Note The Following Information When Using Your Handset
The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this mobile phone with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF exposure guidelines. The maximum SAR values for this model phone as reported to the FCC are: Head: 0.53 W/Kg.
Page 144: Samsung Mobile Products And Recycling
For more information, refer to “Standard Limited Warranty” on page 173 Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling Samsung cares for the environment and encourages its customers to recycle Samsung mobile phones and genuine Samsung accessories. Go to: http://mobile.samsungusa.com/recycling/index.jsp or 1-800-822-8837 for more information.
Page 145: Consumer Information On Wireless Phones
CORRECTLY ORIENTATED IN A VERTICAL OR HORIZONTAL OR FLOOR MOUNT POSITION. Consumer Information on Wireless Phones The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has published a series of Questions and Answers for consumers relating to radio frequency (RF) exposure from wireless phones. The FDA publication includes the following information: What kinds of phones are the subject of this update? The term wireless phone refers here to hand-held wireless phones...
Page 146: Do Wireless Phones Pose A Health Hazard
Do wireless phones pose a health hazard? The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using wireless phones. There is no proof, however, that wireless phones are absolutely safe. Wireless phones emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used.
Page 147 Although the existing scientific data do not justify FDA regulatory actions, FDA has urged the wireless phone industry to take a number of steps, including the following: Support needed research into possible biological effects of RF of the type • emitted by wireless phones;...
Page 148: What Are The Results Of The Research Done Already
RF exposure. FCC relies on FDA and other health agencies for safety questions about wireless phones. FCC also regulates the base stations that the wireless phone networks rely upon. While these base stations operate at higher power than do the wireless phones themselves, the RF exposures that people get from these base stations are typically thousands of times lower than those they can get from wireless phones.
Page 149: What Research Is Needed To Decide Whether Rf Exposure From Wireless Phones Poses A Health Risk
Three large epidemiology studies have been published since December 2000. Between them, the studies investigated any possible association between the use of wireless phones and primary brain cancer, glioma, meningioma, or acoustic neuroma, tumors of the brain or salivary gland, leukemia, or other cancers. None of the studies demonstrated the existence of any harmful health effects from wireless phones RF exposures.
Page 150: What Is Fda Doing To Find Out More About The Possible Health Effects Of Wireless Phone Rf
to-day use of wireless phones. Many factors affect this measurement, such as the angle at which the phone is held, or which model of phone is used. What is FDA doing to find out more about the possible health effects of wireless phone RF? FDA is working with the U.S.
Page 151: What Steps Can I Take To Reduce My Exposure To Radio Frequency Energy From My Wireless Phone
broad assessment of additional research needs in the context of the latest research developments around the world. What steps can I take to reduce my exposure to radio frequency energy from my wireless phone? If there is a risk from these products - and at this point we do not know that there is - it is probably very small.
Page 152: Do Hands-Free Kits For Wireless Phones Reduce Risks From Exposure To Rf Emissions
described above would apply to children and teenagers using wireless phones. Reducing the time of wireless phone use and increasing the distance between the user and the RF source will reduce RF exposure. Some groups sponsored by other national governments have advised that children be discouraged from using wireless phones at all.
Page 153: What About Wireless Phone Interference With Medical Equipment
or against the body. Either configuration should result in compliance with the safety limit. Do wireless phone accessories that claim to shield the head from RF radiation work? Since there are no known risks from exposure to RF emissions from wireless phones, there is no reason to believe that accessories that claim to shield the head from those emissions reduce risks.
Page 154 detailed test method to measure electromagnetic interference (EMI) of implanted cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators from wireless telephones. This test method is now part of a standard sponsored by the Association for the Advancement of Medical instrumentation (AAMI). The final draft, a joint effort by FDA, medical device manufacturers, and many other groups, was completed in late 2000.
Page 155: Road Safety
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): • http://www.epa.gov/radiation/ Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA): • http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/index.html National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH): • http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/ World Health Organization (WHO): • http://www.who.int/peh-emf/ International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection: • http://www.icnirp.de Health Protection Agency: •...
Page 156 speed dial and redial. If available, these features help you to place your call without taking your attention off the road. When available, use a hands-free device. If possible, add an additional layer of convenience and safety to your wireless phone with one of the many hands free accessories available today.
Page 157 Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may be distracting. Make people you are talking with aware you are driving and suspend conversations that have the potential to divert your attention from the road. Use your wireless phone to call for help. Dial 9-1-1 or other local emergency number in the case of fire, traffic accident or medical emergencies.
Page 158: Responsible Listening
Responsible Listening Caution!: Avoid potential hearing loss. Damage to hearing occurs when a person is exposed to loud sounds over time. The risk of hearing loss increases as sound is played louder and for longer durations. Prolonged exposure to loud sounds (including music) is the most common cause of preventable hearing loss.
Page 159 Set the volume in a quiet environment and select the lowest volume at • which you can hear adequately. When using headphones, turn the volume down if you cannot hear the • people speaking near you or if the person sitting next to you can hear what you are listening to.
Page 160 You can obtain additional information on this subject from the following sources: American Academy of Audiology 11730 Plaza American Drive, Suite 300 Reston, VA 20190 Voice: (800) 222-2336 Email: info@audiology.org Internet: http://www.audiology.org National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders National Institutes of Health 31 Center Drive, MSC 2320 Bethesda, MD 20892-2320...
Page 161: Operating Environment
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) 395 E Street, S.W. Suite 9200 Patriots Plaza Building Washington, DC 20201 Voice: 1-800-35-NIOSH (1-800-356-4647) 1-800-CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636) Outside the U.S. 513-533-8328 Email: cdcinfo@cdc.gov Internet: http://www.cdc.gov 1-888-232-6348 TTY Internet: http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/noise/default.html Operating Environment Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area and always switch your phone off whenever it is forbidden to use it, or when it may cause interference or danger.
Page 162: Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices
of personnel, it is recommended that the equipment should only be used in the normal operating position (held to your ear with the antenna pointing over your shoulder if you are using an external antenna). Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio frequency (RF) signals.
Page 163: Fcc Hearing-Aid Compatibility (Hac) Regulations For Wireless Devices
Should read and follow the directions from the manufacturer of your • implantable medical device. If you have any questions about using your wireless phone with such a device, consult your health care provider. For more information see: http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.html FCC Hearing-Aid Compatibility (HAC) Regulations for Wireless Devices On July 10, 2003, the U.S.
Page 164 The ratings are not guarantees. Results will vary depending on the user's hearing device and hearing loss. If your hearing device happens to be vulnerable to interference, you may not be able to use a rated phone successfully. Trying out the phone with your hearing device is the best way to evaluate it for your personal needs.
Page 165: Other Medical Devices
In the above example, if a hearing aid meets the M2 level rating and the wireless phone meets the M3 level rating, the sum of the two values equal M5. This is synonymous for T ratings. This should provide the hearing aid user with "normal usage" while using their hearing aid with the particular wireless phone.
Page 166: Posted Facilities
Vehicles RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or its representative regarding your vehicle. You should also consult the manufacturer of any equipment that has been added to your vehicle. Posted Facilities Switch your phone off in any facility where posted notices require you to do so.
Page 167: Emergency Calls
This phone, like any wireless phone, operates using radio signals, wireless and landline networks as well as user-programmed functions, which cannot guarantee connection in all conditions. Therefore, you should never rely solely on any wireless phone for essential communications (medical emergencies, for example). Remember, to make or receive any calls the phone must be switched on and in a service area with adequate signal strength.
Page 168: Restricting Children's Access To Your Phone
Restricting Children's access to your Phone Your phone is not a toy. Children should not be allowed to play with it because they could hurt themselves and others, damage the phone or make calls that increase your phone bill. FCC Notice and Cautions FCC Notice The phone may cause TV or radio interference if used in close proximity to receiving equipment.
Page 169: Other Important Safety Information
Cautions Any changes or modifications to your phone not expressly approved in this document could void your warranty for this equipment, and void your authority to operate this equipment. Only use approved batteries, antennas and chargers. The use of any unauthorized accessories may be dangerous and void the phone warranty if said accessories cause damage or a defect to the phone.
Page 170: Product Performance
Failure to observe these instructions may lead to the suspension or denial of • telephone services to the offender, or legal action, or both. Product Performance Getting the Most Out of Your Signal Reception The quality of each call you make or receive depends on the signal strength in your area.
Page 171: Understanding How Your Phone Operates
Understanding How Your Phone Operates Your phone is basically a radio transmitter and receiver. When it's turned on, it receives and transmits radio frequency (RF) signals. When you use your phone, the system handling your call controls the power level. This power can range from 0.006 watts to 0.2 watts in digital mode.
Page 172: Availability Of Various Features/Ring Tones
Battery Precautions Avoid dropping the cell phone. Dropping it, especially on a hard surface, • can potentially cause damage to the phone and battery. If you suspect damage to the phone or battery, take it to a service center for inspection.
Page 173 Use only Samsung-approved batteries and recharge your battery only with • Samsung-approved chargers. When a charger is not in use, disconnect it from the power source. Do not leave the battery connected to a charger for more than a week, since overcharging may shorten its life.
Page 174 Extreme temperatures will affect the charging capacity of your battery: it • may require cooling or warming first. Do not leave the battery in hot or cold places, such as in a car in summer or • winter conditions, as you will reduce the capacity and lifetime of the battery.
Page 175: Care And Maintenance
Samsung authorized service center. Always recycle. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. Care and Maintenance Your phone is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care. The suggestions below will help you fulfill any warranty obligations and allow you to enjoy this product for many years.
Page 176 Do not paint the phone. Paint can clog the device's moving parts and • prevent proper operation. Do not put the phone in or on heating devices, such as a microwave oven, a • stove or a radiator. The phone may explode when overheated. If your phone is equipped with an external antenna, use only the supplied or •...
Page 177: Section 15: Warranty Information
Standard Limited Warranty What is Covered and For How Long? SAMSUNG TELECOMMUNICATIONS AMERICA, LLC ("SAMSUNG") 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...
Page 178 (h) defects or damage caused by cellular signal reception or transmission, or viruses or other software problems introduced into the Product; (j) any other acts which are not the fault of SAMSUNG; or (i) Product used or purchased outside the United States. This Limited...
Page 179 What are SAMSUNG's Obligations? During the applicable warranty period, SAMSUNG will repair or replace, at SAMSUNG's sole option, without charge to Purchaser, any defective component part of Product. To obtain service under this Limited Warranty, Purchaser must return Product to an authorized phone service facility in an...
Page 180 TIME AS THE EXPRESS WRITTEN WARRANTY STATED HEREIN. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM...
Page 181 ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR BENEFITS, OR FOR DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR GROSS NEGLIGENCE) OR FAULT COMMITTED BY SAMSUNG, ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES, OR FOR ANY BREACH OF CONTRACT OR FOR ANY CLAIM BROUGHT AGAINST PURCHASER BY ANY OTHER PARTY. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
Page 182 THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT, AS THE CASE MAY BE. This Limited Warranty allocates risk of Product failure between Purchaser and SAMSUNG, and SAMSUNG's Product pricing reflects this allocation of risk and the limitations of liability contained in this Limited Warranty. The agents,...
Page 183: End User License Agreement For Software
("EULA") is a legal agreement between you (either an individual or a single entity) and Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. for software owned by Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and its affiliated companies and its third party suppliers and licensors that accompanies this EULA, which includes computer software and may include associated media, printed materials, "online"...
Page 184 Software. 4. CONSENT TO USE OF DATA. You agree that Samsung and its affiliates may collect and use technical information gathered as part of the product support services related to the Software provided to you, if any, related to the Software.
Page 185 8. TERMINATION. This EULA is effective until terminated. Your rights under this License will terminate automatically without notice from Samsung if you fail to comply with any of the terms and conditions of this EULA. Upon termination of this EULA, you shall cease all use of the Software and destroy all copies, full or partial, of the Software.
Page 186 TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND WITH ALL FAULTS AND WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, AND SAMSUNG AND ITS LICENSORS (COLLECTIVELY REFERRED TO AS "SAMSUNG" FOR THE PURPOSES OF SECTIONS 9, 10 and 11) HEREBY DISCLAIM ALL...
Page 187 (including, without limitation, all damages referenced herein and all direct or general damages in contract or anything else), the entire liability of Samsung under any provision of this EULA and your exclusive remedy hereunder shall be...
Page 188 14. ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY. This EULA is the entire agreement between you and Samsung relating to the Software and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous oral or written communications, proposals and representations with respect to the Software or any other subject matter covered by this EULA.
Page 189: Precautions For Transfer And Disposal
To avoid unintended information leaks and other problems of this sort, it is recommended that the device be returned to Samsung’s Customer Care Center for an Extended File System (EFS) Clear which will eliminate all user memory and return all settings to default settings.
Page 190 Important!: If you are using a handset other than a standard numeric keypad, dial the numbers listed in brackets. Phone: 1-888-987-HELP (4357) © 2010 Samsung Telecommunications America. All rights reserved. No reproduction in whole or in part allowed without prior written approval. Specifications and availability subject to change without notice.
Page 191: Index
@metro Applications Shopping and Downloading Launching On-line Help Settings Accessing Call and Phone Settings Accessing Your Phone’s Tools Adding a New Contacts Entry Dial Method Menu Method Adjust Key Tone Alarm Clock When an Alarm Sounds Alarm clock Turn Off the Alarm Alerts Apps Buying...
Page 192 Restoring Auto Answer Auto Retry Backlight Banner Battery Charging Low Battery Indicator Removal Travel Adapter Calculator Calendar View an Event Call and Phone Settings Menu Accessing Call Answer Call Functions Answering a Call Making a Call Call Notification Types Call Settings Auto Answer Auto Retry Call Answer...
Page 193 TTY Mode Voice Privacy Call Timer Call Waiting Calls Call Timer Data Counter Erase Logs Incoming Missed Outgoing Store Numbers Calls Menu Camera Photo Gallery Taking Pictures Canned Message Text Editing and Entering Change Lock Contacts Add Pauses Adding Deleting Edit Name and Numbers Editing Erase All...
Page 194 Finding Groups Memory Info Opening Saving Call Numbers Speed Dial Create Messages Data Counter Data, View Counters Dialing Font Size Display Display Screen Icons Display Setting Dialing Font Display Settings Backlight Banner Dialing Font Size Front Contrast Theme Wallpaper Draft Folder Draft Messages Edit Contacts Name and Numbers...
Page 195 Emergency Emergency #s in Lock Mode Emergency Numbers Entering Text Entering Symbols Using Abc Mode Using T9 Mode Erase All Entry Erase Logs Erase Messages Gallery, photo General Message Settings Getting Started Activating Your Phone Understanding this User Manual Voicemail Go Back One Menu GPS Setting GPS XTRA...
Page 196 Ignore Calls Inbox Folder Inbox, Reviewing Messages Incoming Calls Menu International Calls Language Lock Code, Changing Lock Phone Memory Info Memory Management Message Folder Draft Box Inbox Outbox Voice Voicemail Message folder outbox Message Folders Erase Messages Message Settings, General Messages Creating Messages and Lock Mode...
Page 197 Missed Calls Menu M-Ratings Msg Setting Sub Menu Navigation Key Shortcuts Notes and Tips Notes, Description Number Type Icons Outbox Folder Outbox, Reviewing Messages Outgoing Pause Dial Pauses, Adding Phone Safety Phone Settings Airplane Mode Language NAM Selection Quick Search Security Set Time System Select...
Page 198 Taking Multi Shot Pictures Taking Snap Shots Picture Message Settings Picture Messages Send in Camera Mode Receive Text Messages Reset Your Phone Restriction Return to Last Menu Reviewing Inbox Reviewing Outbox Ringer Type SAR values Save a Number After a Call Screen Layouts Security Settings Change Lock...
Page 199 Auto Answer Auto Retry Backlight Banner Call Answer Language Location Setting Memory Info Ringer Type TTY Mode Voice Privacy Volume Wallpaper Settings, Picture Messages Settings, Text Messages Silence Ringer Sound Settings Ringer Type Volume Standard Limited Warranty Store Emergency #s Store Numbers After a Call Taking pictures Text Conventions...
Page 200 Changing Text Message Settings Text Messages, Receiving Three-Way Calling Timer, Calls Tip, Description Tools Add New Event Alarm Clock Calculator Memo Pad World Time Tools Menu Accessing T-Ratings TTY Mode UL Certification Understanding Your Contacts Adding a New Contacts Entry Contacts Groups Deleting a Contacts Entry Editing an Existing Contacts Entry...
Page 201 Speed Dial Understanding Your Phone Closed View of Your Phone Display Screen Features of Your Phone Open View of Your Phone View an Event, Calendar Voice Privacy Voice Setting About VoiceSignal Choice Lists Sensitivity Sound Voice Launch Voicemail Checking Folder Listening to Volume Wallpaper...

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Samsung SCH R250 User Manual

Section 1: Getting Started

Section 2: Understanding Your Phone

Section 3: Menu Navigation

Section 4: Entering Text

Section 5: Call Functions

Section 6: Understanding Your Contacts

Section 7: Messages

Section 8: Camera

Section 9: @Metro

Section 10: Multimedia

Section 11: Tools

Section 12: Voice SVC

Section 13: Changing Your Settings

Section 14: Health and Safety Information

Section 15: Warranty Information

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