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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 World Wide Web Code No.:GH68-21468A http://www.samsungmobile.com English (EU). 02/2009. Rev. 1.2...
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Page 2: User Manual
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Page 3: Instructional Icons
using this manual This user manual has been specially designed to guide you through the functions and features of your mobile phone. To get started quickly, refer to “introducing your mobile phone,” “assembling and preparing your mobile phone,” and “using basic functions.” Instructional icons Before you start, familiarise yourself with the icons you will see in this manual:... -
Page 4: Copyright Information
→ Followed by—the order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; for example: In Menu mode, touch Messages → Create message (represents Messages, followed by Create message) Square brackets—phone keys; for example: [ ] (represents the Power/ Menu exit key) Copyright information Rights to all technologies and products that... - Page 5 ABOUT DIVX VIDEO ® DivX is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an official DivX Certified device that plays DivX ® video. Plays DivX video up to 320x240. May play ® DivX video up to 720x480. ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND ®...
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
contents safety and usage information ... 2 Safety warnings ... 2 Safety precautions ... 4 Important usage information ... 7 introducing your mobile phone ... 11 Unpack ... 11 Phone layout ... 12 Keys ... 13 Display ... 14 Icons ... 14 assembling and preparing your mobile phone ... - Page 7 using basic functions ... 21 Turn your phone on and off ... 21 Use the touch screen ... 22 Access menus ... 23 Switch applications ... 23 Use widgets ... 24 Access help information ... 25 Customise your phone ... 25 Use basic call functions ...
- Page 8 Edit videos ... 57 Upload photos and videos to the web ... 60 Use Java-powered games and applications ... 61 Synchronise data ... 61 Use RSS reader ... 62 View your current position ... 63 Create and view world clocks ... 63 Set and use alarms ...
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Page 9: Safety And Usage Information
safety and usage information Comply with the following precautions to avoid dangerous or illegal situations and ensure peak performance of your mobile phone. Safety warnings Keep your phone away from small children and pets Keep your phone and all accessories out of the reach of small children or animals. -
Page 10: Install Mobile Phones And Equipment With Caution
Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers specifically designed for your phone. Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries or damage to your phone. -
Page 11: Safety Precautions
Follow all safety warnings and regulations Comply with any regulations that restrict the use of a mobile phone in a certain area. Use only Samsung-approved accessories Using incompatible accessories may damage your phone or cause injury. - Page 12 Turn off the phone near medical equipment Your phone can interfere with medical equipment in hospitals or health care facilities. Follow all regulations, posted warnings, and directions from medical personnel. Turn off the phone or disable the wireless functions when in an aircraft Your phone can cause interference with aircraft equipment.
- Page 13 • Avoid using or storing your phone in dusty, dirty areas to prevent damage to moving parts. • Your phone is a complex electronic device— protect it from impacts and rough handling to avoid serious damage. • Do not paint your phone, as paint can clog moving parts and prevent proper operation.
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Page 14: Important Usage Information
Important usage information Use your phone in the normal position Avoid contact with your phone’s internal antenna. Allow only qualified personnel to service your phone Allowing unqualified personnel to service your phone may result in damage to your phone and will void your warranty. - Page 15 The Declaration of Conformity at the back of this manual demonstrates your phone’s compliance with the European Radio & Terminal Telecommunications Equipment (R&TTE) directive. For more information about the SAR and related EU standards, visit the Samsung mobile phone website.
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Page 16: Correct Disposal Of This Product
Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life. -
Page 17: Correct Disposal Of Batteries In This Product
Correct disposal of batteries in this product (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate battery return systems) This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates that the batteries in this product should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life. -
Page 18: Introducing Your Mobile Phone
• Travel adapter (charger) • User manual The items supplied with your phone may vary depending on the software and accessories available in your region or offered by your service provider. You can obtain additional accessories from your local Samsung dealer. -
Page 19: Phone Layout
Phone layout The front of your phone includes the following keys and features: Front camera lens for video calls Dial key Volume key Alphanumeric Mouthpiece The rear of your phone includes the following keys and features: Rear camera Earpiece Proximity sensor Multifunction Touch screen Hold key... -
Page 20: Keys
Keys Function Make or answer a call; In Idle mode, Dial retrieve recently dialled, missed, or received numbers In Menu mode, return to the previous Back level Turn the phone on and off (press and Power/ hold); End a call; In Menu mode, Menu exit return to the main menu or return to Idle mode... -
Page 21: Display
Display Your phone’s display consists of the following areas: Icon line Displays various icons Text and graphic area Displays messages, instructions, and information you enter Keypad Phonebook Menu Softkey line Displays the current actions assigned to each area Icons Learn about the icons that appear on your display. Icon Definition Signal strength... - Page 22 Icon Definition Voice call in progress Video call in progress SOS message feature activated Browsing the web Connected to secured web page Roaming (outside of normal service area) Call diverting activated Synchronised with PC Bluetooth hands-free car kit or headset connected Bluetooth activated Alarm activated...
- Page 23 Icon Definition Configuration message full Normal profile activated Silent profile activated Driving profile activated Meeting profile activated Outdoor profile activated Offline profile activated Battery power level Current time...
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Page 24: Assembling And Preparing Your Mobile Phone
Install the SIM or USIM card and assembling and battery When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will preparing your receive a Subscriber Identity Module, or SIM card, with subscription details, such as your personal identification number (PIN) and optional services. mobile phone To use UMTS or HSDPA services, you can purchase a Universal Subscriber Identity Module (USIM) card. - Page 25 To install the SIM or USIM card and battery, 1. Remove the battery cover. If the phone is on, press and hold [ it off. 2. Insert the SIM or USIM card. • Place the SIM or USIM card in the phone with the gold-coloured contacts facing ] to turn down.
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Page 26: Charge The Battery
3. Insert the battery. 4. Replace the battery cover. Charge the battery Before using the phone for the first time, you must charge the battery. 1. Open the cover to the multifunction jack and plug the small end of the travel adapter into the multifunction jack. -
Page 27: Insert A Memory Card (Optional)
2. Plug the large end of the travel adapter into a power outlet. 3. When the battery is fully charged (the no longer moving), unplug the travel adapter from the power outlet. 4. Unplug the travel adapter from the phone. 5. -
Page 28: Using Basic Functions
using basic functions Learn how to perform basic operations and use the main features of your mobile phone. Turn your phone on and off To turn your phone on, 1. Slide open the phone. 2. Press and hold [ 3. Enter your PIN and touch Confirm (if necessary). To turn your phone off, repeat steps 1 and 2 above. -
Page 29: Use The Touch Screen
Use the touch screen Your phone’s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions. Learn basic actions to use the touch screen. For the optimal use of the touch screen, remove the screen protection film before using your phone. •... -
Page 30: Access Menus
• Drag your finger left or right to scroll through horizontal lists. Access menus To access your phone’s menus, 1. In Idle mode, touch Menu to access Menu mode. You can also drag your finger to the left. 2. Select a menu or option. 3. -
Page 31: Use Widgets
To switch applications, 1. While using a menu, press and hold the Camera key. The following applications are available: • Call: open the dialling screen • Music player: launch the music player • Messages: access the Messages menu • Browser: launch the web browser •... -
Page 32: Access Help Information
2. Select the widgets you want to include to the toolbar and touch Save. Access help information Learn to access helpful information about your phone. 1. Open the toolbar. 2. Touch from the toolbar. 3. Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape view. -
Page 33: Use Basic Call Functions
Switch to or from the silent profile In Idle mode, press and hold [ ] to silence or unsilence your phone. Change your ringtone 1. In Menu mode, touch Settings → Phone profiles. 2. Touch next to the profile you are using. 3. -
Page 34: Make A Call
Make a call 1. In Idle mode, enter an area code and a phone number. 2. Touch Voice call or press [ number. For a video call, touch More → Video call. 3. To end the call, press [ Answer a call 1. -
Page 35: Send And View Messages
Send and view messages Learn to send and view text (SMS), multimedia (MMS), and email messages. Send a text or multimedia message 1. In Menu mode, touch Messages → Create message → Message. 2. Touch Tap to add recipient → Enter manually. 3. - Page 36 • To switch between T9 and ABC modes, touch • To change case or switch to Number or Symbol mode, touch Abc. • To switch to Symbol mode, touch You can use the following text input modes: Mode Function Touch the appropriate virtual key until the character you want appears on the display.
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Page 37: Add And Find Contacts
Mode Function Press the appropriate alphanumeric key to Number enter a number. Press the appropriate alphanumeric key to Symbol enter a symbol. View text or multimedia messages 1. In Menu mode, touch Messages → Inbox. 2. Select a text or multimedia message. View an email 1. -
Page 38: Use Basic Camera Functions
4. Select the contact’s name from the search list. Once you have found a contact, you can: • call the contact by touching • edit the contact information by touching Edit Use basic camera functions Learn the basics to capture and view photos and videos. -
Page 39: Listen To Music
3. Touch to categorise the photos. 4. Scroll left or right to view photos. Tilt the phone to the left or right, photos will scroll left or right automatically. Capture videos 1. Slide open the phone. 2. In Idle mode, press and hold the Camera key to turn on the camera. - Page 40 5. To turn off the FM radio, touch Listen to music files Start by transferring files to your phone or memory card: • Download from the wireless web. • Download from a PC with the optional Samsung PC Studio. p. 45 • Receive via Bluetooth. p. 50 •...
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Page 41: Browse The Web
Browse the web Learn to access and bookmark your favourite web pages. You may incur additional charges for accessing the web and downloading media. Browse web pages 1. In Menu mode, touch Browser → Home to launch your service provider’s homepage. 2. - Page 42 Connect to Search 1. In Menu mode, touch Google → Search. 2. Enter a keyword in the search box. Connect to Mail 1. In Menu mode, touch Google → Mail. 2. Set up your Google account and sign in. 3. Send or receive emails. Connect to Maps Depending on your region, the map service may not be available.
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Page 43: Using Advanced Functions
using advanced functions Learn how to perform advanced operations and use additional features of your mobile phone. Use advanced call functions Learn about your phone’s additional calling capabilities. View and dial missed calls Your phone will display calls you have missed on the display. -
Page 44: Dial A Second Call
Hold a call or retrieve a held call Touch Hold to place a call on hold or touch Retrieve to retrieve a held call. Dial a second call If your network supports this function, you can dial another number during a call: 1. -
Page 45: Use Advanced Phonebook Functions
Call an international number 1. In Idle mode, press and hold [0] to insert the + character. 2. Enter the complete number you want to dial (country code, area code, and phone number), and then touch Voice call or press [ Call a contact from the phonebook You can call numbers directly from the phonebook using stored contacts. -
Page 46: Create A Group Of Contacts
4. Select a contact. The contact is saved to the speed dial number. The first three speed dial numbers will be assigned to the favourite contacts ( widget toolbar. Create a group of contacts By creating groups of contacts, you can assign group names, ringtones, caller ID photos, and vibration type to each group or send messages and emails to an entire group. -
Page 47: Use Advanced Messaging Functions
Make calls or send messages from photos 1. In Idle mode, drag your finger to the right to access photo contact screen. 2. Scroll up or down to a photo. The face tag appears with the name. 3. Touch the face tag → Voice call, Video call, or Send message. -
Page 48: Use Advanced Camera Functions
Create a message from a multimedia template 1. In Menu mode, touch Messages → Templates → Multimedia templates. 2. Select the template you want. 3. Touch Send. Your template opens as a new multimedia message. Use advanced camera functions Learn how to capture photos in various modes and customise camera settings. - Page 49 7. Press the Camera key to take the first photo. 8. Slowly move the phone to the right. The phone captures the next photo automatically. 9. Repeat step 8 to complete the panoramic photo. Capture photos in Smile shot mode 1.
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Page 50: Use Camera Options
Use camera options While using the camera, touch the following options: Options Function Focus mode Change the camera focus Timer Select the time delay Resolution Change the resolution option Adjust the colour balance of the White balance image Effects Apply a special effect Adjust the sensitivity of camera imaging sensor Exposuremeter... -
Page 51: Customise Camera Settings
Options Function Effects Apply a special effect Reduce blur caused by vibration or Anti-Shake movement Adjust the camera’s sensitivity to a wide range of available light Video quality Adjust the quality of your video clips Adjust contrast, saturation, and Adjust sharpness Customise camera settings While using the camera, touch... -
Page 52: Use Advanced Music Functions
3. Using an optional PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your phone to a PC. 4. Run Samsung PC Studio and copy files from the PC to the phone. Refer to the Samsung PC Studio help for more information. - Page 53 Synchronise your phone with Windows Media Player 1. Insert a memory card. 2. In Menu mode, touch Settings → Phone settings → PC connections → Media player → Save. 3. Press [ ] to return to Idle mode. 4. Using an optional PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your phone to a PC with Windows Media Player installed.
- Page 54 Customise your music player settings 1. In Menu mode, touch Music → Music player. 2. Touch Settings. 3. Adjust the settings to customise your music player. 4. Touch Save. Record songs from the FM radio 1. Plug the supplied headset into the phone’s multifunction jack.
- Page 55 Find information of music Learn to access an online music service and get information about the songs you hear while on the move. 1. In Menu mode, touch Music → Find music. 2. Select Find music to connect to the server. 3.
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Page 56: Using Tools And Applications
using tools and applications Learn how to work with your mobile phone’s tools and additional applications. Use the Bluetooth wireless feature Learn about your phone’s ability to connect to other wireless devices for exchanging data and using hands-free features. Turn on the Bluetooth wireless feature 1. - Page 57 Find and pair with other Bluetooth- enabled devices 1. In Menu mode, touch Applications → Bluetooth → Search. 2. Select and drag a device icon into the centre. 3. Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or the other device’s Bluetooth PIN, if it has one, and touch OK.
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Page 58: Activate And Send An Sos Message
3. Touch Save. To use Remote SIM mode, start the Bluetooth connection from a Bluetooth hands-free car kit. Activate and send an SOS message When you have an emergency, you can send an SOS message asking for help. This feature may not be available depending on your region or service provider. -
Page 59: Activate The Mobile Tracker
Activate the mobile tracker When someone inserts a new SIM or USIM card in your phone, the mobile tracker feature will automatically send the contact number to two recipients to help you locate and recover your phone. To activate the mobile tracker, 1. -
Page 60: Record And Play Voice Memos
Make a fake call To make a fake call, press and hold the Volume key down in Idle mode. Record and play voice memos Learn to operate your phone’s voice recorder. Record a voice memo 1. In Menu mode, touch Applications → Voice recorder. -
Page 61: Edit Images
Edit images Learn to edit images and apply fun effects. Apply effects to images 1. In Menu mode, touch My files → Images → My photos → a photo file. 2. Touch 3. Touch Edit → Effects → an effect option (filter, style, warp, or partial blur). - Page 62 Transform an image 1. In Menu mode, touch My files → Images → My photos → a photo file. 2. Touch 3. Touch Edit → Transform → Resize, Rotate, or Flip. 4. Rotate or flip the image as desired and touch Done.
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Page 63: Print Images
3. Touch Edit → Insert → a visual feature (frame, image, clip art, emoticon, or text). 4. Select a visual feature or enter text and touch OK, and then touch Done. 5. When you are finished adding visual features, touch Files → Save as. 6. -
Page 64: Edit Videos
2. Touch More → Print via → Bluetooth. 3. Select a Bluetooth-enabled printer and pair with the printer. p. 50 4. Set print options and print the image. Edit videos Learn to edit video files and apply visual effects. Trim any segment 1. - Page 65 2. Touch Files → Import image or Import video. 3. Select an image or video category → an image or video and touch Add. For an image, select the duration that the image displays. 4. Touch More → Files to add more images or videos.
- Page 66 7. Touch End mark at the point where you want the text to be disappeared. 8. Touch Insert. 9. Enter text and touch OK. 10. Move or resize the text and touch Done. 11. When you are finished, touch More → Export → Video →...
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Page 67: Upload Photos And Videos To The Web
Upload photos and videos to the Learn to post your photos and videos to photo sharing websites and blogs. • If the Navigation service is unavailable, Share pix will display under Applications. • Depending on your region or service provider, Share pix may not be available. Set your favourite destination list 1. -
Page 68: Use Java-Powered Games And Applications
Use Java-powered games and applications Learn to use games and applications powered by award-winning Java technology. Depending on the software of the phone, the download of java files may not be supported. Play games 1. In Menu mode, touch Applications → Games and more. -
Page 69: Use Rss Reader
Start synchronisation 1. In Menu mode, touch Applications → Synchronise. 2. Select a synchronisation profile. 3. Touch the selected synchronisation profile or Start sync. 4. Touch Continue to start synchronisation with the web server you have specified. Use RSS reader Learn to use RSS reader to get the latest news and information from your favourite websites. -
Page 70: View Your Current Position
View your current position Determine the latitude, longitude, and altitude of your current position using the global navigation satellite system. In Menu mode, touch Settings → Phone settings → GPS settings → GPS position. Create and view world clocks Learn to view the time in another city and set world clocks to appear on your display. -
Page 71: Set And Use Alarms
Set and use alarms Learn to set and control alarms for important events. Set a new alarm 1. In Menu mode, touch Alarms. 2. Touch Create alarm. 3. Set alarm details. 4. Touch Save. The auto power-up feature sets the phone to automatically turn on and sound the alarm at the designated time if the phone is turned off. -
Page 72: Convert Currencies Or Measurements
Convert currencies or measurements 1. In Menu mode, touch Organiser → Convertor → a conversion type. 2. Enter the currencies or measurements and units in the appropriate fields. Set a countdown timer 1. In Menu mode, touch Applications → Timer. 2. -
Page 73: Create A Text Memo
Create a text memo 1. In Menu mode, touch Organiser → Memo. 2. Touch Create memo. 3. Enter your memo text and touch Save. Manage your calendar Learn to change the calendar view and create events. Change the calendar view 1. -
Page 74: Troubleshooting
troubleshooting If you are having trouble with your mobile phone, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a service professional. While using your phone, the following messages may appear: Message Try this to solve the problem: Insert SIM card to Ensure that the SIM or USIM card is access installed correctly. - Page 75 Your phone displays “Service unavailable” or “Network error.” • When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception. Move to another area and try again. • You cannot access some options without a subscription. Contact your service provider for more details.
- Page 76 The phone beeps and the battery icon flashes. Your battery is low. Recharge or replace the battery to continue using the phone. The audio quality of the call is poor. • Ensure that you are not blocking the phone’s internal antenna. •...
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Page 77: Index
index alarms creating, 64 deactivating, 64 stopping, 64 battery charging, 19 installing, 17 low battery indicator, 20 Bluetooth activating, 49 receiving data, 50 remote SIM mode, 50 sending data, 50 browser see web or photo browser calculator see tools, calculator calendar see tools, calendar calls... - Page 78 converter see tools, convertor countdown timer see tools, countdown timer FM radio listening to, 32 recording songs, 47 storing stations, 47 headset images adding memos, 56 adjusting, 54 applying effects, 54 cropping, 55 inserting visual features, 55 printing, 56 transforming, 55 internet see web browser Java...
- Page 79 photo contacts photos advanced capturing, 41 basic capturing, 31 editing, 54 viewing, 31 radio see FM radio ringtone RSS reader see tools, RSS reader share pix see tool, mobile blog silent profile SIM card SOS message stopwatch see tools, stopwatch synchronisation creating a profile, 61 starting, 62...
- Page 80 volume call volume, 27 key tone volume, 25 wallpaper web browser adding bookmarks, 34 launching homepage, 34 widgets Windows Media Player world clock creating, 63 setting dual display, 63...
- Page 82 (place and date of issue) (name and signature of authorised person) * It is not the address of Samsung Service Centre. For the address or the phone number of Samsung Service Centre, see the warranty card or contact the retailer where you purchased your phone.