Samsung Galaxy Note SGH-i717 User Manual
Samsung Galaxy Note SGH-i717 User Manual

Samsung Galaxy Note SGH-i717 User Manual

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    M O B I L E P H O N E User Manual Please read this manual before operating your phone, and keep it for future reference.
  • Page 2: Intellectual Property

    Intellectual Property All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating there to (the “Phone System”), is proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal laws, state laws, and international treaty provisions.
  • Page 3 ® ® Nuance , VSuite , T9 Text Input, and the Nuance logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Nuance Communications, Inc., or its ™ affiliates in the United States and/or other countries. ® The Bluetooth word mark, figure mark (stylized “B Design”), and combination mark (Bluetooth word mark and “B Design”) are registered trademarks and are wholly owned by the Bluetooth SIG.
  • Page 4 Your phone is designed to make it easy for you to access a wide variety of content. For your protection, AT&T wants you to be aware that some applications that you enable may involve the location of your phone being shared. For applications available through AT&T, AT&T offers privacy controls that let you decide how an application may use the location of your phone and other phones on your account.
  • Page 5 MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING FROM THE BREACH OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY, INCLUDING INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR BENEFITS.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Show Suggestions ....... . . 54 Entering Text Using the Samsung Keypad ....55 Entering Text Using Swype .
  • Page 7 Using Contacts ........60 Joining Contacts ........61 Synchronizing Accounts .
  • Page 8 S Memo ........159 Samsung Apps ........162 Settings .
  • Page 9 Battery Use and Safety ......174 Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling ....175 UL Certified Travel Charger .
  • Page 10: Section 1: Getting Started

    Section 1: Getting Started This section explains how to start using your phone by first configuring your hardware, activating your service, and then setting up your Voicemail. Setting Up Your Phone Prior to use it is necessary to install both the battery and SIM into their corresponding internal compartments.
  • Page 11: Installing And Removing The Memory Card

    • Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face into the phone and that the upper-left angled corner of the card is positioned as shown. Correct Note: If the card is not inserted correctly, the phone will not detect the SIM card.
  • Page 12 Insert the battery into the opening on the back of the phone, making sure the connectors align (1). Gently press down to secure the battery (2). Place the battery cover onto the back bottom of the phone (1) and press down (2).
  • Page 13: Charging A Battery

    Your device is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery. The Travel Charger that is used to charge the battery, is included with your device. Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers. Note: Long backlight settings, searching for service, vibrate mode, web browser use, and other variables may reduce the battery’s talk and...
  • Page 14: Switching The Phone On Or Off

    When charging is finished, remove the flat end from the interface connector jack on the phone. Warning!: If your handset has a touch screen display, please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger.
  • Page 15: Setting Up Your Phone With Ready2Go

    Setting up your Phone with Ready2Go AT&T Ready2Go allows you to quickly and easily setup your phone by using the web browser on your PC. You can set-up email accounts, import contacts, set wallpaper, configure Wi-Fi and many more features. When the Fast &...
  • Page 16: Resetting Your Google Account Password

    A Google account password is required for Google applications. If you misplace or forget your Google Account password, follow these instructions to reset it: From your computer, use an Internet browser to navigate to http://google.com/accounts. Once the URL loads, click on the Can’t access your account? link.
  • Page 17: Safe Mode

    Once the Samsung logo appears, release the Power key while continuing to press the Volume Up/Down keys. Continue to press the Volume Up/Down keys for at least 8 seconds, until Recovery mode is launched and the Android System Recovery screen is displayed.
  • Page 18: Section 2: Understanding Your Phone

    Section 2: Understanding Your Phone This section outlines some key features of your phone and describes the screen and the icons that appear when the phone is in use. It also shows how to navigate through the phone and provides information on using a memory card. Features of Your Phone Your phone is lightweight, easy-to-use and offers many useful features.
  • Page 19 External speaker: allows you to hear the caller. Application icons: you can place shortcuts to your favorite applications on the Home screen. Primary shortcuts: allows quick access to important features such as Phone, Calendar, Email, Web, and Applications. For more information, refer to “Primary Shortcuts”...
  • Page 20: Side Views Of Your Phone

    Left Side Right Side Volume keys: allow you to adjust the ringer volume while in standby mode or adjust the voice volume during a call. When receiving an incoming call, briefly press down either volume key ( Power/Accessory Interface connector: allows you to connect a Travel Charger or other optional accessories such as a USB/data cable or a hands-free headset for convenient, hands-free conversations.
  • Page 21: Rear View Of Your Phone

    Camera lens: is used to take pictures and shoot videos. Flash: is used to provide adequate light when taking pictures in dark places. External speaker: allows you to hear when the Speakerphone is turned on. S Pen: a built-in stylus that allows you to perform various functions.
  • Page 22 The S Pen is stored in your phone to make it easier to keep track To remove the S Pen, follow these steps: Use your fingernail or a sharp object to pull the end of the S Pen out of the phone (1). Pull the S Pen out of the phone (2).
  • Page 23 Menu Button To display the menu from any screen, hold the S Pen button and touch and drag the screen upward. The menu is displayed. Press S Pen button Launch S Memo Lite S Memo Lite is an application that you can launch from any screen to take quick notes or jot down ideas.
  • Page 24: Display Layout

    To write on a screen capture, use the pen to draw or write. Files are saved in the My Files ScreenCapture folder. For information on using your S Pen with the S Memo application, see “S Memo” on page 159. Your display screen provides a wealth of information about the phone’s status and options, as well as providing access to application icons.
  • Page 25: Indicator Icons

    For more information, refer to “Adding and Removing Primary Shortcuts” on page 33. Indicator Icons This list identifies the symbols you’ll see on your phone’s display and Indicator area: Displays your current signal strength. The greater the number of bars, the stronger the signal. Indicates that the Airplane Mode is active.
  • Page 26 Device Power Critical – Shows your current battery only has three percent power remaining and will immediately shutdown. Displays when your connection to an EDGE network is active. Displays when your phone is communicating with the EDGE network. Displays when your connection to a UTMS, HSDPA, HSPA, or HSPA+ network is active.
  • Page 27 Displays when the time and date for a Calendar Event has arrived. For more information, refer to “Calendar” on page 143. Displays when you set an alarm to ring at a specified time. For more information, refer to “Alarm” on page 144.
  • Page 28 The Application menu provides quick access to the items you use most frequently. The following table contains a description of each application. If the application is already described in another section of this user manual, then a cross reference to that particular section is provided.
  • Page 29 AT&T Ready2Go: AT&T Ready2Go allows you to quickly and easily setup your phone by using the web browser on your PC. You can set-up email accounts, import contacts, set wallpaper, configure Wi-Fi and many more features. For more information, refer to “Setting up your Phone with Ready2Go”...
  • Page 30 For more information, refer to “Market” on page 152. Media Hub: Samsung Media Hub is your one stop for the hottest movie and TV content. You can rent or purchase your favorite content and watch from the convenience of anywhere.
  • Page 31 Messages: AT&T Messages brings your texts, calls, and voicemail messages together into a single conversation thread and is accessible by phone or computer. For more information, refer to “Messages App” on page 95. Messaging: You can send and receive different types of messages.
  • Page 32 For more information, refer to “S Memo” on page 159. Samsung Apps: Samsung Apps allows you to easily download an abundance of applications to your phone. Includes games, news, reference, social networking, navigation, and more applications.
  • Page 33: Google Search Bar

    Voice Recorder: The Voice Recorder allows you to record an audio file up to one minute long and then immediately send it as a message. For more information, refer to “Voice Recorder” on page 163. Voice Search: The Voice Search feature is a voice-activated application that allows you to tell the phone what to search for and then the phone activates a Google search based on what you said.
  • Page 34: Menu Navigation

    Menu Navigation You can tailor the phone’s range of functions to fit your needs using both menus and widgets. Menus, sub-menus, and features can be accessed by scrolling through the available on-screen menus. Your phone originally has seven home screens. Command Keys Menu Key Press...
  • Page 35 Tilt To activate the tilt feature, press and hold two points on the screen then tilt the device back and forth to reduce or enlarge the screen. Use tilt to: Reduce or enlarge the screen in the Gallery or Browser. •...
  • Page 36 Sweep the screen left or right to access the other three menus. Tap one of the application icons. Note: As you add applications, the number of Application menus that you have available will increase. Navigating Using Sub-Menus Sub-menus are available when you are at any Home screen or have selected a feature or application such as Phone, Contacts, Messaging, or Web.
  • Page 37: Customizing Your Home Screen

    You can customize your Home screen by doing the following: Creating Shortcuts • Adding and Removing Widgets on the Home Screen • Repositioning Widgets • Creating Folders • Changing the Wallpaper • Adding and Deleting Home Screens • Creating Shortcuts Shortcuts are different than the current Home screen Widgets that only launch an application.
  • Page 38 Drag the icon over the Remove icon Both items will turn red. Note: This action does not delete the shortcut, it just removes it from the current screen. Adding and Removing Primary Shortcuts You can change any of your primary shortcuts with the exception of the Applications and Home Press...
  • Page 39 Scroll through the available Widgets at the bottom of the screen, then tap it to place it on your current screen. Removing a Widget Touch and hold a Widget until you can move it around on the screen. Drag the Widget over the Remove icon Both items will turn red.
  • Page 40: Changing The Wallpaper

    Folders are located on any of the seven available Home screens and can contain both files (such as data and images) and Contact information or entries. To create a folder on-screen follow these steps: Press to activate the Home screen. Navigate to the desired Home Page.
  • Page 41 Touch and hold the Home screen you want to move. Drag it to the location that you would like to place it. In the following example, the Featured Apps Home screen is moved to the last position. When you move a Home screen, the other Home screens will be re-ordered automatically.
  • Page 42 Drag the screen over the Remove icon If there are items on the Home screen that you want to delete, the Home screen has items. Delete? prompt is displayed. Tap Yes to remove the page, otherwise, tap No. Press to return to the main Home screen. and release it.
  • Page 43: Notification Bar

    Press to return to the main Home screen. You can now add items to your new Home screen. Notification Bar The Notification Bar includes a pull-down list to show information about processes that are running, recent notifications, and alerts. To display the Status indicator: On the Home screen, touch and hold the Notification Bar until the pull-down displays, then drag down vertically.
  • Page 44: Memory Card

    Your device lets you use a microSD (SD) or microSDHC card to expand available memory space. This secure digital card enables you to exchange images, music, and data between SD-compatible devices. This section addresses the features and options of your device’s SD functionality. The device has a USB SD card mode.
  • Page 45 For more information, refer to “Installing and Removing the Memory Card” on page 6. SD card Available Memory Status To view the memory allocation for your external SD card: From the Home screen, tap The available memory displays under the Total space and Available space headings.
  • Page 46: Section 3: Call Functions

    Section 3: Call Functions This section describes how to make or answer a call. It also includes the features and functionality associated with making or answering a call. For more information, refer to “Call Settings” on page 104. Displaying Your Phone Number Settings About phone number is displayed in the My phone number field.
  • Page 47: Making A Call Using Speed Dial

    Select Add wait to add a wait. A wait will pause the calling sequence until you enter a number or press a key. to make the call. For more information, refer to “Adding Pauses to Contact Numbers” on page 59. Correcting an Entered Number Use the following steps to correct a mis-typed entry when dialing.
  • Page 48: Making A Call From The Address Book

    You can store phone numbers that you use regularly on the SIM card or in the phone’s memory. These entries are collectively called the Address Book. For further details about the Address Book feature, see “Finding an Address Book Entry” on page 60. Answering a Call When a call is received the phone rings and displays the caller’s phone number, or name if stored in the Address Book.
  • Page 49: Dialing Options

    From the Home screen and Application menus, you have the option to access the Dialer and initiate a call by tapping Keypad. From the main Contacts page or from the Dialer, the following tabs are located at the top of your screen: Keypad: dials the current number entered using the on-screen •...
  • Page 50 Note: If there is a voicemail or message sent by the same number, associated icons are displayed and can then be selected. The Call log is displayed. Missed calls are identified by the icon next to the number Calling Back a Missed Call To call back a missed call number: From the Home screen, tap A list of recent calls is displayed.
  • Page 51 Call the number Add as new contact Enter information into the various fields using the keypad. Tap Save when you are finished. Note: By default, your contacts are automatically saved to your phone. To change where your contacts are saved to, from the main Contacts screen, press More Settings...
  • Page 52: Call Duration

    From the Home screen, tap A list of recent calls is displayed. Touch and hold the call you want to add to the Reject List. Tap Add to reject list. Future calls from this number will be rejected and sent to your voicemail.
  • Page 53: Switching Between Calls

    Speaker: routes the phone’s audio through either the speaker or • through the earpiece. – Tap Speaker to route the audio through the speaker. (You can adjust the speaker volume using the volume keys.) A green line will appear under the Speaker button. –...
  • Page 54 Tap Swap. The current call (caller #2) is placed on hold and the previous call on hold (caller #1) is then reactivated so that you can continue conversing with that person. The active call will appear in a green box. to end the currently active call.
  • Page 55 To temporarily leave the conference call, tap Hold. To rejoin the conference call tap Unhold. to end the call. Using the Speakerphone During an Active Call While in an active call, it is possible to enable the speakerphone feature. Tap Speaker The Speaker button now appears as speakerphone is activated.
  • Page 56 Tap Headset Headset The phone will scan for your Bluetooth headset. When found, connect to the headset. The Headset button now appears as Bluetooth headset is activated. Headset Tap Headset to deactivate the Bluetooth headset and reactivate the phone speaker. Searching for a Number in Address Book During the active call, press Tap the Address Book entry.
  • Page 57: Section 4: Entering Text

    There are three text input methods available: Android keyboard: an on-screen QWERTY keypad that can be • used in both portrait and landscape orientation. Samsung Keypad (default): Samsung’s on-screen QWERTY • keypad that can be used in both portrait and landscape orientation.
  • Page 58: Changing The Text Input Mode - Keypad

    There are two main keypad layout keys that will change the on- screen keys within the QWERTY keypad. The available Text Input modes are: Sym and Abc. Symbol/Numeric Mode: activates the number, ?123 symbol, and emoticon keys. ABC Mode: activates the default alphabet keys. Can also be set to Abc or abc by using the shift ( Note: When in Abc mode, the Sym button will appear.
  • Page 59: Using Symbol/Numeric Mode

    Use Symbol/Numeric Mode to add numbers, symbols, or emoticons. Rotate your phone counterclockwise to a Landscape orientation. ?123 at the bottom of the screen. The following screen displays: Tap the desired number, symbol, or emoticon characters. Tap the button to access additional symbols. to return to Abc mode.
  • Page 60: Entering Text Using The Samsung Keypad

    Tap Android keyboard settings. Tap Show suggestions to create or delete the checkmark. Entering Text Using the Samsung Keypad The Samsung Keypad is an on-screen QWERTY keypad similar to the Android Keyboard with several minor differences. From the Home screen, tap and keyboard Select Input Method.
  • Page 61: Using The Voice To Text Feature

    To enable Swype: While composing a message, touch and hold anywhere on the message screen Tap Input method. Tap the Swype option. A green circle should appear next to Swype. Swype Settings For information on how you can configure your Swype settings, see “Swype Settings”...
  • Page 62: Section 5: Contacts And Your Address Book

    Section 5: Contacts and Your Address Book This section allows you to manage your daily contacts by storing their name and number in your Address Book. Address Book entries can be sorted by name, entry, or group. Y Note: When storing an Address Book entry into your SIM card, note that only the name, phone number, group, and slot location are initially offered as fields (some SIM cards may allow an address as well).
  • Page 63 Tap the Given name and Family name fields and use the on- screen keypad to enter names for each entry. For more information, refer to “Entering Text” on page 52. next to the Family name field to display additional name fields. Tap the Phone number field.
  • Page 64 Tap any of the following fields that you want to add to your new contact: • Groups: assign the contact to Family, Friends, or Work group. • Ringtone: adds a field used to assign a message tone that will sound when messages are received from this contact. Choose between Default ringtone, Select sound from My Files, or Phone ringtone.
  • Page 65: Editing An Existing Contact

    When editing an existing contact, you can tap a field and change or delete the information, or you can add additional fields to the contact’s list of information. From the Home screen, tap Contacts that you want to edit. Tap Edit. to add a new field and tap Tap any of the fields to add, change, or delete information.
  • Page 66: Joining Contacts

    Tap the phone icon to make a phone call or tap the message icon to send a message. For more information, refer to “Creating and Sending Messages” on page 87. Tip: From the Contact list, sweep right over a listing to make a call. Sweep left over a listing to send a message.
  • Page 67: Synchronizing Accounts

    The contact list is displayed. Tap the second contact entry (the entry in which to join). The second contact is now joined with the first and the account information is merged into one screen. Note: The information is still maintained in both entries, but displays in one record for easier viewing when you join the contacts.
  • Page 68: Address Book Options

    From the Home screen, tap Contacts Press then tap More Accounts. Determine which type of account information you want to synchronize with your Contact list. Selections are: • Background data: (applications that sync, send, and receive data any time). • Auto-sync: allows applications to automatically synchronize. Tap Add account.
  • Page 69: Groups

    • Send namecard via: allows you to send the contact’s information via Bluetooth, Email, Gmail, or Messaging. • Print namecard: allows you to print the contact’s namecard to a Samsung printer using Wi-Fi. Groups Adding an Entry to a Group...
  • Page 70: Address Book Favorites

    Tap Remove. The contacts are now removed from the group. Creating a New Group From the Home screen, tap Contacts Create. Tap the Group name field and use the on-screen keypad to enter a new group name. For more information, refer to “Entering Text”...
  • Page 71: Managing Address Book Entries

    Within the Contacts list, touch and hold a contact that you want to remove from your favorites list. Contacts in your Favorites list will have a gold star. Tap Remove from favorites on the displayed list. The gold star will no longer appear next to the contact in the Address Book.
  • Page 72 At the Copy Successful display, tap OK. The selected numbers are copied to your phone. Deleting Address Book Entries You can delete Phone or SIM entries from your phone’s memory. From the Home screen, tap Contacts Within the Contacts list, touch and hold a contact that you want to delete Tap Delete on the displayed list.
  • Page 73: Section 6: Multimedia

    TV, Qik Lite, Videos, Gallery, Camera, and Camcorder. Media Hub Samsung Media Hub is your one stop for the hottest movie and TV content. With hundreds of titles available at your fingertips, entertaining yourself or your kids on the go has never been easier.
  • Page 74: Music Player

    Choose a payment method and then follow the on-screen instructions. The media will now be stored in the My Media folder. Music Player The Music Player is an application that can play music files. The music player supports files with extensions AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, MP3, WMA, 3GP, MP4, and M4A.
  • Page 75: Music Player Options

    Note: The 5.1 channel sound effect works in earphone mode only. Music Player Options To access additional options, follow these steps: While in the Music Player, press While playing a song, the follow options are available: • Add to quick list: adds the current music file to the Quick list. •...
  • Page 76: Using Playlists

    Playlists are used to assign songs to a list of preferred media which can then be grouped into a list for later playback. These Playlists can be created via either the handset’s Music Player options menu or from within a 3rd party music application (such as Windows Media Player) and then downloaded to the handset.
  • Page 77: Music

    For information on downloading music for your phone, see “Market” on page 152. Music With the Music application, while online, you can play music that you have added to your music file as well as any music you copied from your PC. While offline, you can listen to music you have copied from your PC.
  • Page 78: Qik Lite

    Qik Lite is a mobile video sharing service that lets you record and share experiences with your friends, family, and your favorite social networks. Your video is automatically saved as you record. You can also use Qik Lite to Video Chat with your friends. Note: The first time you use Qik Lite, you will need to download the updated application from the Market.
  • Page 79: Videos

    Note: If the contact is not a Qik user, you have the option to send them a video mail. Tap Yes to continue, then tap Record new or Browse Gallery. To end the Video Chat, tap End Chat. Videos The Videos application plays video files stored on your microSD card.
  • Page 80: Viewing Pictures

    All of the Albums that hold your pictures, videos, and screen captures will be displayed with folder name and number of files. Tap an Album and thumbnails of the contents will be displayed. Note: If your device displays that the memory is full when you access Gallery, delete some of the files by using My Files or other file management applications and try again.
  • Page 81: Camera

    This section explains how to use the camera on your phone. You can take photographs and shoot video by using the built-in camera functionality. Your 8 megapixel camera produces photos in JPEG format. Important!: Do not take photos of people without their permission. Do not take photos in places where cameras are not allowed.
  • Page 82: Camera Options

    Display Image Front Facing Camera Flash Settings To view a picture, tap the Image Viewer. While viewing a picture, double-tap the screen to zoom in or out. – or – Pinch the screen inwards to zoom out or pinch it outwards to zoom in.
  • Page 83 Settings (continued): Flash: allows you to set the flash options to Off, On, or Auto flash. Shooting mode: allows you to set the shooting mode. Options are: Single shot: takes a single photo and view it before • returning to the shooting mode. •...
  • Page 84 Settings (continued): Resolution: allows you to set the image size to either: 8M (3264x2448), W6.5M (3264x1968), 3.2M (2048x1536), W2.4M (2048x1232), W0.4M (800x480), or 0.3M (640x480). White balance: allows you to set this option to one of the following choices: Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Incandescent, or Fluorescent.
  • Page 85 Image viewer: allows you to access the Image viewer and the various viewing options for a selected picture. Image viewer options are described in the following section. The last picture you took, will be displayed as a thumbnail in the Image viewer icon. Picture Image Viewer Options After you take a photo, you can access various options from the Image Viewer.
  • Page 86 Before you select a picture, press see the following options: Share: lets you share selected pictures with AllShare, Bluetooth, • Calendar, Email, Facebook, Gmail, Messaging, Photo editor, Picasa, S Memo, Social Hub, Wi-Fi, or YouTube. • Create folder: create a new sub-folder in the current folder. Can be on either the Phone or Memory Card.
  • Page 87: Using The Camcorder

    Touch and drag the orange crop box anywhere on the picture. Tap Save to assign the wallpaper image. Tap Cancel to stop without updating the wallpaper image. Using the Camcorder In addition to taking photos, the camera also doubles as a camcorder that also allows you to record, view, and send videos.
  • Page 88 Camera / Camcorder Mode: allows you to take a photo in various modes. Once you change the mode, the corresponding indicator appears at the top left of the display. Slide the button up for Camera, or down for Camcorder. Recording mode: allows you to set the recording mode to: Normal, which is limited only by available space on the destination location, Limit for MMS, which is limited by MMS size restrictions, and Self recording which activates...
  • Page 89 Settings (continued): Guidelines: allows you to turn the guidelines On or Off. Save as flipped: when set to On, this option allows you to take and save a mirror-image video when using self- recording mode. Storage: allows you to configure the default storage location for images or videos as either Phone or Memory card (if inserted).
  • Page 90: Accessing Videos

    Delete: allows you to delete the current picture. Tap OK to delete or • Cancel. More: allows you to do the following: • – Play: allows you to play a video. – Rename: allows you to rename a picture or video. Return to previous page ( ): takes you back to the previously •...
  • Page 91 Once you have selected a video to play, press following options: Share via: to share the current video by way of AllShare, Messaging, • YouTube, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Facebook, Gmail, or Email. Video brightness: allows you to set the screen brightness. •...
  • Page 92: Section 7: Messaging

    Section 7: Messaging This section describes how to send and receive different types of messages. It also includes the features and functionality associated with messaging. You can also use the Messages App to bring your texts, calls, and voicemail messages together into a single conversation thread and you can access your messages from phone or computer.
  • Page 93: Message Options

    Tap the desired contact to place a checkmark, then tap Add. The contact will be placed in the recipient field. Note: For the Group option, if the number of recipients is less than 10, all members in the group will be added. You will need to delete any unnecessary members in the list by selecting the trash can icon and deleting unwanted entries.
  • Page 94 To add an attachment to your message tap of the following options: • Pictures: allows you to tap an existing image from your Pictures list to add it to your message. Take picture: allows you to temporarily exit the message, take a photo •...
  • Page 95: Viewing New Received Messages

    When you receive a new message, the new message icon will appear at the top of your screen. Open the Notification Bar and select the message. For more information, refer to “Notification Bar” on page 38. – or – From the main Home screen, tap Messaging the new message to view it.
  • Page 96: Message Search

    From the main Home screen, tap Messaging Press Delete threads. Tap each message you want to delete. A checkmark will appear beside each message you select. Tap Delete. At the Delete prompt, tap OK to delete or Cancel to cancel. Message Search You can search through your messages by using the Message Search feature.
  • Page 97: Using Email

    • Auto-retrieve: allows the message system to retrieve messages automatically. • Creation mode: allows you to select the creation mode, Free, Restricted, or Warning. – Restricted: you can only create and submit messages with content belonging to the Core MM Content Domain. –...
  • Page 98 Enter you email address in the Email address field. Enter your password in the Password field. If you want to use this email with Social Hub, tap Set as premium account to create a checkmark. If you want to see your password as it is being typed, tap Show password to create a checkmark.
  • Page 99: Using Gmail

    Tap the box in the upper left corner of your screen that displays the optional name you assigned to your first email account, for example, Work, Gmail, etc. Your Email account screen is displayed. In the Accounts section, tap the Email account you would like to switch to.
  • Page 100: Google Talk

    • Next: displays the next Email in your inbox. • Previous: displays the previous Email in your inbox. Press to select one of the following additional options: • Change labels: changes the label on the email or conversation. • Mark unread: unread messages or threads with unread messages display in boldface text in the Inbox.
  • Page 101 Note: The first time you use the Messages app, you will need to download the updated application from the Market. When the Market page displays, tap Update. For more information, refer to “Market” on page 152. The first time you use Messages, you will need to set up a few things.
  • Page 102: Section 8: Changing Your Settings

    Section 8: Changing Your Settings This section explains the sound and phone settings for your phone. It includes such settings as: display, security, memory, and any extra settings associated with your phone. Wireless and Network Airplane mode Airplane mode allows you to use many of your phone’s features, such as Camera, Games, and more, when you are in an airplane or in any other area where making or receiving calls or data is prohibited.
  • Page 103: Bluetooth Settings

    The WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) button is a standard for easy and secure wireless network set up and connections. To use WPS, the connecting device must support WPS and be compatible with Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security. WPS can automatically set up a random network name and WPA wireless security for wireless Wi-Fi phones, routers, access points, computers, adapters, and other electronic devices.
  • Page 104 From the Home screen, tap and network Bluetooth settings and tap Bluetooth to turn it on. Note: Bluetooth must be enabled prior to use. Device Name Activate Bluetooth. For more information, refer to “Turning Bluetooth On and Off” on page 133. From the Home screen, tap and network Bluetooth settings and tap Device name.
  • Page 105 This option allows you to copy files between your PC and the memory card in your phone. From the Home screen, tap and network USB utilities. On your phone, tap Connect storage to PC. Connect a USB cable from your phone to your PC. A pop-up window displays on the PC when connected.
  • Page 106 Find [Galaxy Note_xxxx] in the Wi-Fi network list and connect to it (xxxx are four numbers that are automatically generated by your phone). The connected device can now use internet through your Portable Wi-Fi hotspot. Note: Activating Wi-Fi and connecting to your phone will be different depending on the type of device.
  • Page 107: Mobile Networks

    Tap DNS search domains, add a name for DNS search using the keypad, then tap OK. To establish a L2TP/IPSec PSK (Pre-shared key based L2TP/ IPSec): Tap Add L2TP/IPSec PSK VPN. Tap VPN name, add a name for this connection using the keypad, then tap OK.
  • Page 108 and network Mobile networks. Tap Use packet data to create a checkmark and activate the feature. Data Roaming Data roaming allows you to connect to your service provider’s partner networks and access data services when you are out of your service providers area of coverage. From the Home screen, tap and network Mobile networks.
  • Page 109: Call Settings

    From the Home screen, tap and network Mobile networks. Tap Network operators. Tap Default setup. Tap Manual to locate and connect to a network manually, or tap Automatic to allow the device to automatically select a network. Call Settings To access the Call settings menu: From the Home screen, tap Tap one of the following options: Call rejection...
  • Page 110: Turn On Proximity Sensor

    • Automatic answering: Tap this option if you are using a headset and want the call to be automatically answered. Select the time interval before the call is automatically answered. • The Power key ends calls: This option will allow you to end a call by pressing the power key without turning off the screen.
  • Page 111 • Fixed Dialing Numbers: allows you to restrict outgoing calls to a limited set of phone numbers. Using Fixed Dialing Numbers Enabling FDN From the Call Settings menu, tap Additional settings Fixed Dialing Numbers. Tap Enable FDN. At the prompt, enter your PIN2 code and tap OK. FDN is enabled.
  • Page 112: Sound Settings

    Tap the Voicemail number field, backspace to erase the digits, and enter a new voicemail number using the keypad, then tap OK. Tap OK. Sound Settings From this menu you can control the sounds on the phone. From the Home screen, tap The following options display: Silent mode Silent mode is convenient when you wish to stop the phone from...
  • Page 113: Display Settings

    Touch one of the three vibration intensity options and drag the slider to set. Touch OK to save your setting. Phone ringtone This option allows you to set the ringtone. From the Home screen, tap Tap Phone ringtone. Tap a ringtone and tap OK. Notification ringtone This option allows you to set the ringtone that will sound for notifications and alarms.
  • Page 114: Power Saving

    • Brightness: configures the LCD Brightness levels. Tap Automatic brightness to allow the phone to self-adjust and tap OK. • Auto-rotate screen: allows you to switch the display orientation automatically when you rotate the phone. • Animation: determines whether some or all of the window elements animate.
  • Page 115: Location And Security

    The Location and Security settings allow you to set up how the phone will determine your location and the security settings for your phone. Use Wireless Networks Before you use applications such as Google Maps and find your location or search for places of interest, you must enable the Use wireless networks option or enable the GPS satellites.
  • Page 116: Visible Passwords

    and security. Tap the Disable USB debugging mode checkbox to create a checkmark. This is necessary when device encryption is enabled. Set up SIM card lock Prevent another user from using your SIM card to make unauthorized calls or from accessing information stored on your SIM card by protecting the information using a PIN code.
  • Page 117: Applications

    These applications enforce remote or local device security policies. Some of the features a device administration application might control are: Setting the number of failed password attempts before the device is • restored to factory settings. Automatically locking the device. •...
  • Page 118: Manage Applications

    This feature allows you to manage installed applications. You can view and control currently running services, or use the device for application development. Using the Samsung Apps option the device notifies you when you are using Wi-Fi or Packet data for Samsung applications.
  • Page 119: Battery Usage

    The Running services option allows you to view and control currently running services such as DataService, Google Talk, SNS (messaging), Swype, and more. To stop a service from running on your phone: From the Home screen, tap Applications Running services. Tap a service.
  • Page 120: Accounts And Synchronization

    GPS locations. In other words, the phone is allowed to “mock” the coordinates. Accounts and Synchronization Sign in to your Google account. From the Home screen, tap and sync. From the General sync settings section, tap one of the following options: •...
  • Page 121: Storage

    Tap Back up my data. A green checkmark will appear. Automatic restore By setting this option, when you reinstall an application, all of your backed up settings and data will be restored. From the Home screen, tap Tap Automatic restore. A green checkmark will appear.
  • Page 122: Language And Keyboard

    Select language. Tap on a language from the list. There are three input methods available: Swype, Android keyboard, and Samsung keypad. Samsung keypad is the default text input method. From the Home screen, tap and keyboard Select either Android keyboard, Samsung keypad, or Swype.
  • Page 123: Android Keyboard Settings

    • Auto-complete: check this field to automatically enter a suggested Settings Language Samsung Keypad settings From this menu you can set Samsung keypad options. From the Home screen, tap touch a key on the keyboard. character that you type. words that you want to correct.
  • Page 124 Tap Handwriting settings to select options for using the Handwriting feature. Tap Tutorial for a short tutorial on using the Samsung keypad. Tap Reset all settings to reset all Samsung keypad settings to the default values.
  • Page 125: Voice Input And Output

    From the Home screen, tap and output. Tap Voice recognition to and tap on the Voice recognition format that you want. Select Samsung powered by Vlingo or Google. Tap Voice recognition settings to access the following options: •...
  • Page 126: Accessibility Settings

    • Language: assigns the language used for verbal readout. Tap a language option. • Samsung TTS: allows you to modify settings for the Samsung TTS default engine. • Pico TTS: allows you to modify settings for the Pico TTS default engine.
  • Page 127: Date And Time

    Tap Assistive light to turn on the torch to see better. Tap Mono audio to provide mono audio when listening with one earphone. Tap Call answering/ending to access the following options: • Answering key: Tap this option to create a checkmark if you want to accept incoming calls by pressing the home key.
  • Page 128: About Phone

    This menu contains legal information, system tutorial information, and other phone information such as the model number, firmware version, baseband version, kernal version, and software build number. To access phone information: From the Home screen, tap phone. The following information displays: •...
  • Page 129 When updating software, once the update file is downloaded, you can delay the update on the start screen by postponing it for a certain period of time. If you want to resume the update before the selected time, tap Continue update.
  • Page 130: Section 9: Connections

    Section 9: Connections This section describes the various connections your phone can make including accessing the Internet with your Browser, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Connecting your PC. Browser The Browser is your access to the mobile web. This section explains how to navigate the Browser and introduces you to the basic features.
  • Page 131 • More: displays the following additional options: – Downloads: displays the download history. – Print: allows you to print the screen or web page on a Samsung printer using Wi-Fi. – Share page: allows you to share the page using Gmail or as a message.
  • Page 132: Using Bookmarks

    at the top right corner of the web page thumbnail to delete the window. Using Bookmarks While navigating a website, you can bookmark a site to quickly and easily access it at a future time. The URLs (website addresses) of the bookmarked sites are displayed in the Bookmarks page.
  • Page 133: Editing Bookmarks

    Tap OK. Saved to bookmarks will appear at the bottom of the page. Editing Bookmarks From the Bookmarks page, touch and hold the bookmark you want to edit. Tap Edit bookmark. Use the on-screen keypad to edit the name of the bookmark or the URL.
  • Page 134: Browser Settings

    A list of your most visited webpages is displayed with Name and URL address. The webpages that have been visited the most will appear at the top. Tap any entry to display the webpage. Browser Settings To make adjustments in your browser settings, follow these steps: Tap Web Settings...
  • Page 135: Wi-Fi

    • Enable location: Allows websites to request access to your location. • Clear location access: Clears location access for all websites. Tap OK to complete the process. • Remember passwords: Stores usernames and passwords for visited sites. Remove the checkmark to disable this function. •...
  • Page 136 Note: When you select an open network, you will be automatically connected to the network. Enter a wireless password if necessary. Manually add your new network connection Tap Add Wi-Fi network. Enter the Network SSID. This is the name of your Wireless Access Point.
  • Page 137 The Wi-Fi settings - Advanced menu allows you to set up many of your device’s Wi-Fi service, including: Setting your Wi-Fi sleep policy • Viewing your device’s MAC Address • Configuring use of either a DHCP or Static IP • To access the Bluetooth Settings menu: From the Home screen, tap and network...
  • Page 138: Bluetooth

    Once connected, the other device will show as Connected in your list of Wi-Fi Direct devices and the display at the top of your screen. Tap Device name to change your Device name if desired. Sharing Information with Connected Device To share Videos, Photos, or other information with the connected device, follow these steps: View the information that you want to share.
  • Page 139: Bluetooth Status Indicators

    Tap the Bluetooth field to deactivate the feature. The green checkmark will be removed. Bluetooth Status Indicators The following icons show your Bluetooth connection status at a glance: Displays when Bluetooth is turned on. Displays when Bluetooth is connected (paired) and communicating.
  • Page 140 Verify your Bluetooth is active. From the Bluetooth settings page, tap Scan for devices to search for visible external Bluetooth-compatible devices such as headsets, devices, printers, and computers. Pairing Bluetooth Devices The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to establish trusted connections between your device and another Bluetooth device.
  • Page 141: Pc Connections

    Note: Disconnections are manually done but often occur automatically if the paired device goes out of range of your phone or it is powered off. Deleting a paired device (unpair) Deleting a device from your list removes its “connection record” and upon reconnection would require that you re-enter all the previous pairing information.
  • Page 142 You can connect your device to a PC as a removable disk and access the file directory. If you insert a memory card in the device, you can also access the files directory from the memory card by using the device as a memory card reader. Note: The file directory of the memory card displays as a removable disk, separate from the internal memory.
  • Page 143: Nfc

    On your PC, the Kies air screen is displayed. On your phone, the icon appears at the top of your screen. Follow the on-screen instructions to view and share information between your phone and PC. To exit the Kies air application, tap Stop on your phone, then close out the web browser on your PC.
  • Page 144: Section 10: Applications

    Section 10: Applications This section contains a description of each application that is available in the Applications Menu, its function, and how to navigate through that particular application. If the application is already described in another section of this user manual, then a cross reference to that particular section is provided.
  • Page 145: Amazon Kindle

    Press Settings to configure the following settings: • Device name: defaults to your phone. Use the keypad to enter a new Media server if desired, and tap Save. • Share videos/photos/music: allows you to restrict what is shared from your phone. Tap the items you want to share. •...
  • Page 146: At&T Familymap

    Position your phone approximately 6-8 inches from the barcode. Ensure that the barcode is completely within the window as shown below. Keep your phone steady for best results. The scanner will automatically scan the barcode. It may take several seconds. After the scan, tap Yes to open the web page to view the information on the barcode that was scanned.
  • Page 147: At&T Ready2Go

    To launch the AT&T Navigator application, follow these steps: From the Home screen, tap Read the Terms of Service and tap Accept to acknowledge the terms of use. The first time that you use, AT&T Navigator, the necessary files will be downloaded. The AT&T Navigator main screen displays.
  • Page 148: Calendar

    To change the text size, press Medium, or Large. Calendar With the Calendar feature, you can consult the calendar by day, week, or month, create events, and set an alarm to act as a reminder, if necessary. To access the Calendar: From the Home screen, Calendar The following options are available: •...
  • Page 149: Camera

    – First day of week: allows you to set the first day of the week to Sunday or Monday. This will affect how the Month view calendar is displayed. – First day of 3-day view: allows you to set the first day of the 3-day view to Yesterday or Today.
  • Page 150: World Clock

    : sets the alarm to sound once every week on the day and – Weekly time that is set. : sets the alarm to sound all seven days of the week. – Daily : sets the alarm to sound on all five –...
  • Page 151 Scroll through the list of cities to find the city you want to add, or tap the Search bar and use the keypad to enter a city to search for. Tap the city you want to add. The clock for that city will display.
  • Page 152: Contacts

    You can use the Desk clock when you have a desk dock and you want your phone to display the time, day, date, location, and weather conditions when it is docked. From the Home screen, tap clock. The default Desk clock is displayed. To make changes, tap The following options are displayed: •...
  • Page 153: Facebook

    Sort by time to see your downloads sorted in time order. Facebook You can use the Facebook app to go directly to your Facebook account rather than accessing it from the Browser. From the Home screen, tap If you already have a facebook account, tap on the Email and Password fields and enter your information using the on-screen keyboard, then tap Login.
  • Page 154: Google Search

    The Google Search Bar provides you an on-screen Internet search engine powered by Google™. For more information, refer to “Google Search Bar” on page 28. Kies air Kies air allows you to sync your Windows PC wirelessly with your phone provided they are both on the same Wi-Fi network. You can view call logs, videos, photos, bookmarks, IMs, and even send SMS messages from your home computer.
  • Page 155 use Latitude on their phone provided it is available. Once they acknowledge your request, their location will display on your phone. They can share their location from their computer or phone. For more information, go to www.google.com/latitude. To view the map, press Latitude Options From the map display, press options:...
  • Page 156: Live Tv

    • Help: displays the Google Mobile Help web page where you can receive help on Google Maps. Live TV Live TV is a subscription service that allows you to watch your favorite TV shows using your handset. For more information, refer to “Live TV”...
  • Page 157: Market

    • More: allows you to select the following additional options: – Map: allows you to see the map view. – Places: allows you to that use Google Maps and your location to help you find Restaurants, Cafes, Bars, Attractions, etc. –...
  • Page 158: Media Hub

    “USB utilities” on page 100. Media Hub Samsung Media Hub is your one stop for the hottest movie and TV content. You can rent or purchase your favorite content and watch from the convenience of anywhere. For more information, refer to “Media Hub”...
  • Page 159: Movies

    The dairy entry will be added to your Mini Diary with today’s date. While in a diary entry that has been previously saved, and does not have a photo, press options: • Create: allows you to create a new diary entry. •...
  • Page 160: My Files

    My Files allows you to manage your sounds, images, videos, bluetooth files, Android files, and other memory card data in one convenient location. From the Home screen, tap The following folders display: • DCIM: this is the default location for pictures and videos taken by the device.
  • Page 161: Navigation

    Navigation is an internet-connected GPS navigation system with voice guidance. You can type or speak your destination. Note: For voice-guided navigation, you need to install text-to-speech support from the Android Market. To receive better GPS signals, avoid using your device in the following conditions: •...
  • Page 162: News & Weather

    – Terms, Privacy & Notices: View information about Google Maps, including the Service Agreement and Privacy Policy, and give Feedback. If Driving, press Menu Route options to set whether directions should Avoid highways and Avoid tolls. Obtaining Driving Directions Your phone’s built-in GPS hardware allows you to get real-time driving directions to selected locations or establishments based on your current location.
  • Page 163: Places

    – News settings: allows you to choose topics, configure settings for fetching articles and images, and view the terms of service for news service. – Refresh settings: allows you to choose options for updating content. – Application version: displays the application version number. To view the news, sweep the screen to the left to display Top Stories, U.S., Sports, and Entertainment.
  • Page 164: Qik Lite

    • My Files: Where you keep documents on this device. You can manage documents or send them to others, and upload the documents. For more information, refer to “My Files” on page 155. • Recent documents: Displays documents that you have recently created or modified.
  • Page 165 Note: The main Home screen initially contains the S Memo delete it, or if you want to access S Memo from another Home screen, you must tap Applications S Memo Add Title The icons that you see displayed on the screen are described in the following table: Saves the memo.
  • Page 166 – Lock: allows you to lock an email by using a PIN number. – Link to Calendar: allows you to link the memo to your calendar. – Print: allows you to print the screen or web page on a Samsung printer using Wi-Fi.
  • Page 167: Samsung Apps

    Samsung Apps allows you to easily download an abundance of applications to your phone. Featuring a wealth of games, news, reference, social networking, navigation, and more applications, Samsung Apps makes your Smartphone smarter. From the Home screen, tap Follow the on-screen instructions to use Samsung Apps.
  • Page 168: Task Manager

    The Task Manager application provides information about the processes and programs running on your phone, as well as the memory status. It can also be used to terminate processes and applications. To access the Task Manager, follow these steps: From the Home screen, tap The Task Manager options are located at the top of the screen.
  • Page 169: Voice Search

    From the Home screen, tap Read the Samsung Disclaimer then tap Confirm to continue. Read the Vlingo Terms of Service then tap Agree to Voice Search continue.
  • Page 170: Youtube

    Read the information on the What can I say? screen, then tap Done. At the Voice talk screen, tap on an icon for assistance in using Voice command or tap Tap & Speak to speak what you would like to do. Follow the on-screen instructions.
  • Page 171 Read the introduction information and tap Continue. Your location is found using GPS. Tap OK to allow YP to use your current location. Enter a subject or business name, city, and state in the search field and tap Search. – or – to use the voice search feature.
  • Page 172: Section 11: Health And Safety Information

    Section 11: Health and Safety Information This section outlines the safety precautions associated with using your phone. The terms “mobile device” or “cell phone” are used in this section to refer to your phone. Read this information before using your mobile device. Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals The U.S.
  • Page 173 While RF energy does not ionize particles, large amounts can increase body temperatures and cause tissue damage. Two areas of the body, the eyes and the testes, are particularly vulnerable to RF heating because there is relatively little blood flow in them to carry away excess heat. Research Results to Date: Is there a connection between RF and certain health problems? The results of most studies conducted to date say no.
  • Page 174 in Childhood and Adolescence (MOBI-KIDS) MOBI-KIDS is an international study investigating the relationship between exposure to radio frequency energy from communication technologies including cell phones and brain cancer in young people. This is an international multi-center study involving 14 European and non-European countries. Additional information about MOBI-KIDS can be found at http://www.creal.cat/programes-recerca/en_projectes-creal/ view.php?ID=39.
  • Page 175 Hands-free kits may include audio or Bluetooth® headsets and various types of body-worn accessories such as belt-clips and holsters. Combinations of these can be used to reduce RF energy absorption from cell phones. Headsets can substantially reduce exposure because the phone is held away from the head in the user's hand or in approved body-worn accessories.
  • Page 176: Specific Absorption Rate (Sar) Certification Information

    FCC RF Safety Program: • http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): • http://www.epa.gov/radtown/wireless-tech.html. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA): • http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/. (Note: This web address is case sensitive.) National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH): • http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/. World Health Organization (WHO): •...
  • Page 177 SAR tests are conducted using standard operating positions accepted by the FCC with the phone transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands. Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR level of the phone while operating can be well below the maximum value.
  • Page 178: Fcc Part 15 Information To User

    Samsung is committed to promoting responsible driving and giving drivers the tools they need to understand and address distractions.
  • Page 179: Battery Use And Safety

    The use of these devices may be prohibited or restricted in certain areas. For example, only hands-free use may be permitted in certain areas. Before answering calls, consider your circumstances. Let the call go to voicemail when driving conditions require. Remember, driving comes first, not the call! If you consider a call necessary and appropriate, follow these tips:...
  • Page 180: Samsung Mobile Products And Recycling

    Samsung, even if they appear to be working properly. Do not place your battery in or near a heat source. Excessive • heating can damage the phone or the battery and could cause the phone or the battery to explode. Do not dry a wet or damp battery with an appliance or heat source such as a microwave oven, hair dryer, iron, or radiator.
  • Page 181 Recycling programs for your mobile device, batteries, and accessories may not be available in your area. We've made it easy for you to recycle your old Samsung mobile device by working with respected take-back companies in every state in the country.
  • Page 182: Ul Certified Travel Charger

    The Travel Charger for this phone has met applicable UL safety requirements. Please adhere to the following safety instructions per UL guidelines: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND POSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGE. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
  • Page 183: Gps & Agps

    Defense policy and the 2008 Federal Radio navigation Plan (FRP). Changes may affect the performance of location-based technology on your mobile device. Certain Samsung mobile devices can also use an Assisted Global Positioning System (AGPS), which obtains information from the cellular network to improve GPS performance. AGPS uses your...
  • Page 184: Emergency Calls

    The suggestions below will help you fulfill any warranty obligations and allow you to enjoy this product for many years: Keep your Samsung Mobile Device away from: Liquids of any kind Keep the mobile device dry. Precipitation, humidity, and liquids contain minerals that will corrode electronic circuits.
  • Page 185: Responsible Listening

    Extreme heat or cold Avoid temperatures below 0°C / 32°F or above 45°C / 113°F. Microwaves Do not try to dry your mobile device in a microwave oven. Doing so may cause a fire or explosion. Dust and dirt Do not expose your mobile device to dust, dirt, or sand. Cleaning solutions Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the mobile device.
  • Page 186 Always turn the volume down before plugging the earphones into an • audio source. Set the volume in a quiet environment and select the lowest volume at • which you can hear adequately. Be aware that you can adapt to higher volume settings over time, not •...
  • Page 187: 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 (1-800-356-4674) 1-800-CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636) Outside the U.S. 513-533-8328 Email: cdcinfo@cdc.gov Internet: http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/noise/default.html 1-888-232-6348 TTY Operating Environment Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area, and always switch your mobile device off whenever it is forbidden to use it, or when it may cause interference or danger.
  • Page 188: Fcc Hearing Aid Compatibility (Hac) Regulations For Wireless Devices

    For more information see: http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf- faqs.html#. Other Medical Devices If you use any other personal medical devices, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from external RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.
  • Page 189 The intent of the HAC Act is to ensure reasonable access to telecommunications services for persons with hearing disabilities. While some wireless mobile devices are used near some hearing devices (hearing aids and cochlear implants), users may detect a buzzing, humming, or whining noise. Some hearing devices are more immune than others to this interference noise, and mobile devices also vary in the amount of interference they generate.
  • Page 190: Restricting Children's Access To Your Mobile Device

    “Normal usage” in this context is defined as a signal quality that is acceptable for normal operation. The M mark is intended to be synonymous with the U mark. The T mark is intended to be synonymous with the UT mark. The M and T marks are recommended by the Alliance for Telecommunications Industries Solutions (ATIS).
  • Page 191: Other Important Safety Information

    mobile device warranty if said accessories cause damage or a defect to the mobile device. Although your mobile device is quite sturdy, it is a complex piece of equipment and can be broken. Avoid dropping, hitting, bending, or sitting on it. Other Important Safety Information •...
  • Page 192: Section 12: Warranty Information

    Limited Warranty does not cover any battery if (i) the battery has been charged by a battery charger not specified or approved by SAMSUNG for charging the battery; (ii) any of the seals on the battery are...
  • Page 193 (iii) the battery has been used in equipment other than the SAMSUNG phone for which it is specified. What are SAMSUNG’s obligations? During the applicable warranty period, provided the Product is returned in accordance with the terms of this Limited Warranty, SAMSUNG will repair or replace the Product, at SAMSUNG’s sole...
  • Page 194 What is the procedure for resolving disputes? ALL DISPUTES WITH SAMSUNG ARISING IN ANY WAY FROM THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR THE SALE, CONDITION OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCTS SHALL BE RESOLVED EXCLUSIVELY THROUGH FINAL AND BINDING ARBITRATION, AND NOT BY A COURT OR JURY.
  • Page 195 Product’s sale, condition or performance. You may opt out of this dispute resolution procedure by providing notice to SAMSUNG no later than 30 calendar days from the date of the first consumer purchaser’s purchase of the Product. To opt out, you must send notice by e-mail to optout@sta.samsung.com, with...
  • Page 196: End User License Agreement For Software

    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 197 Software. You may not rent, lease, lend, sublicense or provide commercial hosting services with the 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 198 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 must cease all use of the Software and destroy all copies, full or partial, of the Software.
  • Page 199 SAMSUNG SHALL BE DEEMED TO ALTER THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY REGARDING THIRD-PARTY APPLICATIONS, OR TO CREATE ANY WARRANTY. 11. Limitation of Liability. SAMSUNG WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE USE OR THE INABILITY TO USE ANY THIRD-PARTY...
  • Page 200: Social Hub

    Social Hub Legal Terms and Privacy Samsung's Social Hub and (if applicable) the website where you accessed this Disclaimer (collectively, the "Service"), is being made available to you by Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., and its...
  • Page 201 By using the Service, you agree to be bound by the above documents. Please read through those documents to make sure you understand the basis on which Samsung is providing the Service to you. You will be able to access additional features available at socialhub.samsungmobile.com.
  • Page 202 Terms or at any time in its sole discretion. Your Material Except as set forth in the Social Hub Privacy Policy, Samsung shall not be responsible for any removal of the information or content you have submitted in the course of using the Service ("Material") when your access to the Service is terminated.
  • Page 203 Service. Samsung may restrict access to any part of the Service or terminate your access to the Service, at any time in its sole discretion if required by law or by the relevant authorities or regulatory agencies to do so.
  • Page 204 Service or any part thereof in its sole discretion. In such case you will be provided with prior notification. Samsung does not represent or warrant that the Service, or any part thereof, is appropriate or available for use in any particular jurisdiction.
  • Page 205: Limitation Of Liability

    We recommend you familiarize yourself with your service provider's privacy policy. Samsung is not responsible for the privacy or any other practices of such service providers. Although your messages will be transmitted through Samsung's servers, Samsung will not...
  • Page 206 READ SUBJECT TO THESE STATUTORY PROVISIONS. IF THESE STATUTORY PROVISIONS APPLY, TO THE EXTENT TO WHICH SAMSUNG IS ABLE TO DO SO, SAMSUNG LIMITS ITS LIABILITY UNDER THOSE PROVISIONS TO, AT ITS OPTION, IN THE CASE OF SERVICES (A) THE SUPPLYING OF THE SERVICES AGAIN;...
  • Page 207: Social Hub Privacy Policy

    Terms will not constitute a waiver of such provision, or any other provision of the Terms. Samsung will not be liable or responsible for any failure to fulfill any of its obligations under the Terms which failure is due to any cause or condition beyond the reasonable control of Samsung.
  • Page 208: Information That We Collect

    we will reject and delete any entry that we believe in good faith to be incorrect, false, falsified, or fraudulent, or inconsistent with or in violation of the Privacy Policy. We will provide you with an opportunity to give your consent in relation to your use of the Service.
  • Page 209: Use Of Information We Collect

    Our Services We use your personal information to provide you with any services that you may request or require, to communicate with you and to allow you to participate in online surveys. We use aggregated non-personal information about our users to understand the demographics of users of the Service, such as the percentage of male and female users, the geographic distribution of our users, the age ranges of our users, a...
  • Page 210: Children

    Service and Samsung, our users, or others. CHILDREN The Service is not designed for use by children without their parent's supervision.
  • Page 211: Chat Rooms And Other Public Areas

    Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC 1301 E. Lookout Drive, Richardson, TX 75082...
  • Page 212: Changes To Privacy Policy

    CHANGES TO PRIVACY POLICY This Privacy Policy is effective as of May 29, 2010 and complies with Samsung's Corporate Privacy Policy. We reserve the right to change this Privacy Policy at any time, and will post any such changes to this Privacy Policy on the Social Hub website. Please refer back to the Social Hub website on a regular basis to obtain the most up to date Privacy Policy.
  • Page 213 dispose of the Software, on a temporary or permanent basis without the prior written consent of Licensor. 3. OWNERSHIP OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS 3.1 Your only right to use the Software is by virtue of this License and you acknowledge that all intellectual property rights in or relating to the Software and all parts of the Software are and shall remain the exclusive property of Licensor or its licensors.
  • Page 214 OR NOT GIVEN, BY OR ON BEHALF OF LICENSOR. 6.4 Disclaimer of Certain Damages. IN NO EVENT SHALL SAMSUNG BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY PARTY RELATED TO YOU FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OR LOST PROFITS, EVEN IF SAMSUNG HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
  • Page 215 ANY OTHER PARTY TO THE EXTENT THAT SAMSUNG WOULD BE REQUIRED TO INDEMNIFY THAT PARTY FOR SUCH CLAIM. 6.5 You acknowledge that the above provisions of this clause 6 are reasonable for the Software and you will accept such risk and/or insure accordingly.
  • Page 216 not affect any other provisions of this License which will remain in full force and effect. 10.2 No failure or delay by any party to exercise any right, power or remedy will operate as a waiver of it nor will any partial exercise preclude any further exercise of the same, or of some other right, power or remedy.
  • Page 217: Section 13: Samsung Product Registration

    Section 13: Samsung Product Registration Customize your Samsung device experience • Access to a personalized My Samsung Mobile account • Latest info on promotions, events and special offers on related products • Review Samsung products and share your opinion Register now at www.samsung.com/register...
  • Page 218: Index

    Index Abc mode Adding a New Contact Idle Screen Address Book Adding a New Contact Adding Pauses to Contact Numbers Copying an entry to the Phone Copying Entry to Phone Copying Entry to SIM Card Deleting Address Book Entries Dialing a Number Favorites Finding an Address Book Entry Group Settings...
  • Page 219 Searching for a Number in Address Book Using the Speakerphone Viewing All Calls Viewing Missed Calls Camcorder Accessing the Video Folder Camcorder Options Shooting Video Camera Accessing the Pictures Folder Camera Options Picture Folder Taking Pictures Care and Maintenance Changing Your Settings Charging battery Children and Cell Phones Clock...
  • Page 220 Editing a Caller Group Haptic feedback Health and Safety Information Home key Icons Application Indicator Icons, description In-Call Options International Call Internet Joining Contacts Keypad Changing Text Input Kindle Landscape Latitude Legal Terms and Privacy Live TV Maps Market Media Hub Memory Card Memory Card Installation Menu...
  • Page 221 Reject list Responsible Listening Restricting Children's Access to Your Mobile device S Pen Pen Settings Safe Mode Samsung Apps Samsung Mobile Products and Recy- cling SD Card Search Bar SECURITY OF THE INFORMATION WE COLLECT Service Dialing Numbers Settings enabling wireless network locations...
  • Page 222 Social Hub Privacy Policy Social Hub Terms and Conditions Speakerphone Key Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Certifi- cation Information Stopwatch Swap SWYPE entering text using Swype Settings Symbol/Numeric mode System memory System Recovery Task Manager Text Input Abc mode Methods numeric mode symbol mode Timer Touch Screen...
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