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Printed in Korea
World Wide Web
Code No.:GH68-XXXXXA
http://www.samsungmobile.com
English (LTN). 03/2008. Rev. 1.0

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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-XXXXXA http://www.samsungmobile.com English (LTN). 03/2008. Rev. 1.0...
  • Page 2 SGH-U900L user manual...
  • Page 3 Instructional icons using this Before you start, familiarise yourself with the icons you will see in this manual: manual Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or others This user manual has been specially designed to guide Caution—situations that could cause you through the functions and features of your mobile damage to your phone or other equipment phone.
  • Page 4 Copyright information → Followed by—the order of options or Rights to all technologies and products that comprise menus you must select to perform a step; this device are the property of their respective owners: for example: Press <Menu> → Messages → ®...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    safety and usage information Safety warnings ..........2 contents Safety precautions ..........4 Important usage information ......7 introducing your mobile phone Unpack ............10 Phone layout ........... 11 Keys ..............12 Display ............13 Icons ..............14 assembling and preparing your mobile phone 16 Install the SIM card and battery ......
  • Page 6 Customize your phone ........21 Edit images ............. 43 Use basic call functions ........24 Print images ............ 46 Send and view messages .........25 Use Java-powered games and Add and find contacts ........27 applications ............. 46 Use basic camera functions ......27 View world clock ..........47 Listen to music ..........28 Set and use alarms ..........

  • Page 7: Safety And Usage Information

    Safety warnings safety and usage Keep your phone away from small children information and pets Keep your phone and all accessories out of the reach of small children or animals. Small parts may cause Comply with the following precautions to avoid choking or serious injury if swallowed.
  • Page 8 • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers the independent research group, Wireless Technology specifically designed for your phone. Incompatible Research. If you have any reason to suspect that your...

  • Page 9: Safety Precautions

    Reduce the risk of repetitive motion injuries mobile phone in a certain area. When sending text messages or playing games on Use only Samsung-approved accessories your phone, hold the phone with a relaxed grip, press Using incompatible accessories may damage your...
  • Page 10 Your phone can interfere with medical equipment in Protect batteries and chargers from damage hospitals or health care facilities. Follow all • Avoid exposing batteries to very cold or very hot regulations, posted warnings, and directions from temperatures (below 0° C/32° F or above 45° C/ medical personnel.
  • Page 11 • Your phone is a complex electronic device— Avoid interference with other electronic protect it from impacts and rough handling to avoid devices serious damage. Your phone emits radio frequency (RF) signals that • Do not paint your phone, as paint can clog moving may interfere with unshielded or improperly shielded parts and prevent proper operation.

  • Page 12: Important Usage Information

    • Disconnect chargers from power sources when not Important usage information in use. • Use batteries only for their intended purpose. Use your phone in the normal position Handle SIM cards and memory cards with Avoid contact with your phone’s internal antenna. care Allow only qualified personnel to service •...
  • Page 13 Ensure access to emergency services During testing, the maximum SAR values recorded for this model were: Emergency calls from your phone may not be possible in some areas or circumstances. Before traveling in Specific Absorption Rate (W/kg) Network remote or undeveloped areas, plan an alternate method Frequency Held to ear Worn on body...
  • Page 14 In normal use, the actual SAR is likely to be much lower, as the device has been designed to emit only the RF energy necessary to transmit a signal to the nearest base station. By automatically emitting lower levels when possible, your device reduces your overall exposure to RF energy.

  • Page 15: Introducing Your Mobile Phone

    The items supplied with your phone may vary depending on the software and accessories available in your region or offered by your In this section, learn about your mobile phone’s layout, service provider. keys, display, and icons. You can obtain additional accessories from your local Samsung dealer.

  • Page 16: Phone Layout

    Phone layout The rear of your phone includes the following keys and features: The front of your phone includes the following keys and features: Flashbulb Camera lens Mirror Earpiece Display Touch panel Battery cover Right softkey Left softkey Dial Power/Menu Camera key exit key Music player key...

  • Page 17: Keys

    Keys Function Turn the phone on and off (press Function Power/ and hold); End a call; In Menu Perform actions indicated at the Menu exit mode, cancel input and return to Softkeys Idle mode bottom of the display In Idle mode, access My menu In Idle mode, launch the music Music player mode (up) or user-defined menus...

  • Page 18: Display

    Display Function Enter special characters or perform Your phone’s display consists of three areas: special functions; In Idle mode, Special Icon line press and hold [ ] for Silent function Displays various icons profile; Press and hold [ ] to enter a pause between numbers Text and graphic area Displays messages,...

  • Page 19: Icons

    Icons Icon Definition Music playback paused Learn about the icons that appear on your display. FM radio on Icon Definition Signal strength Connected with PC SOS message feature activated Alarm activated GPRS network connected Memory card inserted Transferring data in GPRS network Browsing the web EDGE network connected Transferring data via EDGE network...
  • Page 20 Icon Definition Icon Definition Driving profile activated Multimedia message full Meeting profile activated Email message full Push message full Outdoor profile activated Configuration message full Offline profile activated Battery power level User created profile activated New text message (SMS) New multimedia message (MMS) New email message New push message New configuration message...

  • Page 21: Assembling And Preparing Your Mobile Phone

    Install the SIM card and battery assembling and When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive a Subscriber Identity Module, or SIM card, with subscription details, such as your personal preparing your identification number (PIN) and optional services. To install the SIM card and battery, mobile phone 1.
  • Page 22 2. Insert the SIM card. 3. Insert the battery. 4. Replace the battery cover. Place the SIM card in the phone with the gold- colored contacts facing down.

  • Page 23: Charge The Battery

    Charge the battery Improperly connecting the travel adapter can cause serious damage to the phone. Any Before using the phone for the first time, you must damages by misuse are not covered by the charge the battery. warranty. 1. Open the cover to the multifunction jack on the side of the phone.

  • Page 24: Insert A Memory Card (Optional)

    About the low battery indicator 2. Insert a memory card with the label side facing up. When your battery is low, the phone will emit a warning tone and a low battery message. The battery icon will also be empty and blinking. If the battery level becomes too low, the phone will automatically power off.

  • Page 25: Using Basic Functions

    Turn your phone on and off using basic To turn your phone on, 1. Slide open the phone. functions 2. Press and hold [ 3. Enter your PIN and press <OK> (if necessary). 4. When the setup wizard opens, customize your Learn how to perform basic operations and use the phone as desired by following the screen.

  • Page 26: Access Menus

    To switch to the Offline profile, press <Menu> → Customize your phone Settings → Phone settings → Phone profiles → Get more from your phone by customizing it to match Offline. your preferences. Follow all posted warnings and directions from official personnel when in areas where wireless Adjust the volume of the key tones devices are prohibited.
  • Page 27 4. Scroll left or right to a ringtone category. Select a wallpaper (Idle mode) 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Settings → Display 5. Select a ringtone. settings → Home screen → Wallpaper. 6. Press <Options> → Save profile. 2.
  • Page 28 To apply a theme, Set menu shortcuts 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Settings → Display 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Settings → Phone settings → My theme → Main LCD → Select settings → Shortcuts. theme. 2.

  • Page 29: Use Basic Call Functions

    Use basic call functions Use the speakerphone feature 1. During a call, press <Options> → Turn speaker on Learn to make or answer calls and use basic call to activate the speaker. functions. 2. To switch back to the earpiece, press <Options> → Make a call Turn speaker off again.

  • Page 30: Send And View Messages

    Send and view messages Send an email 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Messages → Learn to send and view text (SMS), multimedia Create new message → Email. (MMS), and email messages. 2. Enter an email address and scroll down. Send a text or multimedia message 3.
  • Page 31 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Messages → My • Press and hold [ ] to switch to Symbol mode. messages → Inbox. Enter text in one of the following modes: 2. Select a text or multimedia message. Mode Function Press the appropriate alphanumeric key until View an email...

  • Page 32: Add And Find Contacts

    Add and find contacts 2. Enter the first few letters of the name you want to find. Learn the basics of using the Phonebook feature. 3. Select the contact’s name from the search list. Add a new contact Once you have found a contact, you can: •...

  • Page 33: Listen To Music

    3. Aim the lens at the subject and make any 5. Press the Camera key or [ ] to start recording. adjustments. 6. Press < > to stop recording. 4. Press the Camera key or < > to take a photo. The video is saved automatically.
  • Page 34 • Download from the wireless web. backward in a file (press and hold) Browse the web Skip forward; Scan forward in a file • Download from a PC with the optional Samsung (press and hold) PC Studio. p. 36 Open the playlist •...

  • Page 35: Browse The Web

    Browse the web Bookmark your favorite web pages 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Browser → Learn to access and bookmark your favorite web Bookmarks. pages. 2. Select an empty location → Add bookmark. Browse web pages 3. Enter a page title and a web address (URL). 1.

  • Page 36: Using Advanced Functions

    Use advanced call functions using advanced Learn about your phone’s additional calling capabilities. functions View and dial missed calls Your phone will display calls you have missed on the display. To dial the number of a missed call, Learn how to perform advanced operations and use 1.
  • Page 37 Hold a call or retrieve a held call Answer a second call Press <Hold> to place a call on hold or press If your network supports this function, you can answer <Retrieve> to retrieve a held call. a second incoming call: 1.

  • Page 38: Use Advanced Phonebook Functions

    Call an international number Use advanced Phonebook functions 1. In Idle mode, press and hold [0] to insert the + Learn to create namecards, set speed dial numbers, character. and create groups of contacts. 2. Enter the complete number you want to dial Create a namecard (country code, area code, and phone number), and then press [...

  • Page 39: Use Advanced Messaging Functions

    3. Select a contact → a number (if necessary) to 4. Enter a group name and scroll down. assign to the number. 5. To set the caller ID image, press [ ] → an image The contact is saved to the speed dial number. category →...

  • Page 40: Use Advanced Music Functions

    3. Enter your text and press [ ] to save the Insert text templates in new messages template. 1. To start a new message, press <Menu> → Messages → Create new message → Message. When there is no empty template, you must delete or edit a saved template to create a new 2.
  • Page 41 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Settings → Phone 4. Select Open folder to view files in the pop-up settings → USB settings → Samsung PC studio. window on the PC. 2. Using an optional PC data cable, connect the 5.
  • Page 42 When connected, a pop-up window will appear on 7. Select the files you want to include and press the PC. <OK>. 4. Select Sync digital media files to this device in the Customize your music player settings pop-up window on the PC. Learn to adjust the playback and sound settings for 5.
  • Page 43 Store radio stations automatically 1. Plug the supplied headset into the phone’s multifunction jack. 2. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → FM radio. 3. Press [ ] to start the radio. 4. Press <Options> → Self-tuning. 5. Press <Yes> to confirm (if necessary). The radio scans and saves available stations automatically.

  • Page 44: Using Tools And Applications

    Use the Bluetooth wireless feature using tools and Learn about your phone’s ability to connect to other wireless devices for exchanging data and using hands- free features. applications Turn on the Bluetooth wireless feature 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Applications → Learn how to work with your mobile phone’s tools and Bluetooth →...

  • Page 45: Activate And Send An Sos Message

    3. Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or Receive data using the Bluetooth wireless the other device’s Bluetooth PIN, if it has one, and feature press <OK>. 1. Enter the PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature When the owner of the other device enters the and press <OK>...

  • Page 46: Activate The Mobile Tracker

    4. Press [OK] to open your contact list. Activate the mobile tracker 5. Scroll to a contact and press [ ]. When someone inserts a new SIM or USIM card in 6. Select a number (if necessary). your phone, the mobile tracker feature will automatically send the contact number to two 7.

  • Page 47: Record And Play Voice Memos

    5. Press [OK] to open your contact list. 3. Speak your memo into the microphone. 6. Scroll to a contact and press [ ]. 4. When you are finished speaking, press [ ]. 7. Select a number (if necessary). Play a voice memo 8.

  • Page 48: Edit Images

    Edit images Adjust an image 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Applications → Learn to edit images and apply fun effects. Image editor. 2. Press <Options> → New image → Open or Take Apply effects to images photo. 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Applications → Image editor.
  • Page 49 Transform an image Crop an image 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Applications → 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Applications → Image editor. Image editor. 2. Press <Options> → New image → Open or Take 2. Press <Options> → New image or Take photo. photo.
  • Page 50 Insert a visual feature 9. Enter a new file name for the image and press [OK]. 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Applications → Image editor. Merge images 2. Press <Options> → New image → Open or Take 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Applications → photo.

  • Page 51: Print Images

    3. Press <Options> → Print via. 7. To transform or adjust the image, press <Options> → an option (if necessary). 4. Set print options and press <Print>. 8. Press [OK]. Use Java-powered games and 9. When you are finished merging, press <Options> →...

  • Page 52: View World Clock

    Launch applications 5. Scroll left or right to select a time zone. 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → My files → Games 6. Press [OK] to save your world clock. & more → an application. Add a world clock to your display 2.

  • Page 53: Set And Use Alarms

    Set and use alarms Stop an alarm When the alarm sounds, Learn to set and control alarms for important events. • Press any key to stop an alarm without snooze. Set a new alarm • Press <OK> or [ ] to stop an alarm with snooze or 1.

  • Page 54: Use The Calculator

    Use the calculator Set a countdown timer 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Applications → 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Applications → Calculator. Timer. 2. Use the touch panel that correspond to the 2. Press <Set>. calculator display to perform basic mathematical 3.

  • Page 55: Use The Stopwatch

    Use the stopwatch Manage your calendar 1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Applications → Learn to change the calendar view and create events. Stopwatch. Change the calendar view 2. Press [ ] or [ ] to begin and record lap times. 1.
  • Page 56 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 Message Try this to solve the problem: appear: When using the phone for the first time or when the PIN requirement is Message Try this to solve the problem:...
  • Page 57 Your phone displays “Service unavailable,” “Network Another caller cannot reach you. error,” or “Not network.” • Ensure that your phone is turned on. • When you are in areas with weak signals or poor • Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular reception, you may lose reception.
  • Page 58 The phone beeps and the battery icon flashes. The battery does not charge properly or sometimes the phone turns itself off. Your battery is low. Recharge or replace the battery to continue using the phone. • The battery terminals may be dirty. Wipe both gold- colored contacts with a clean, soft cloth and try The audio quality of the call is poor.
  • Page 59 index alarms calculator placing on hold, 32 creating, 48 see tools, calculator recently dialled, 31 deactivating, 48 retrieving held calls, 32 calendar stopping, 48 viewing missed, 31 see tools, calendar battery clock calls charging, 18 see world clock advanced functions, 31 installing, 16 answering additional calls, 32 conference calls...
  • Page 60 countdown timer Java mobile tracker see tools, countdown timer accessing applications, 47 multimedia launching games, 46 see messages FM radio listening to, 28 key tones music player storing stations, 38 creating playlists, 37 lock see phone lock customising, 37 headset listening to music, 29 images memo...
  • Page 61 ringtone entering, 25 voice memos playing, 42 messages, 25 shortcut keys recording, 42 see shortcuts theme volume shortcuts timer call volume, 24 see tools, countdown timer silent profile key tone volume, 21 tools SIM card wallpaper alarm, 48 SOS message calculator, 49 web browser adding bookmarks, 30...
  • Page 62 Health and safety information Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S.
  • Page 63 SAR tests are conducted using standard operating The tests are performed in positions and locations positions specified by the FCC with the phone (e.g., at the ear and worn on the body) as required by transmitting at its highest certified power level in all the FCC for each model.
  • Page 64 For body worn operation, this model phone has been in any way. tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with a Samsung-supplied or approved • Use the battery only for its intended purpose. accessory designated for this product or when used •...
  • Page 65 • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and terminals may damage the battery or the object recharge your battery only with Samsung- causing the short-circuiting. approved chargers. When a charger is not in use, • Dispose used batteries in accordance with local disconnect it from the power source.
  • Page 66 Health and safety information safety to your wireless phone with one of the many • Dial sensibly and assess the traffic; if possible, hands-free accessories available today. place calls when you are not moving or before pulling into traffic. Try to plan calls when your car •...
  • Page 67 Electronic devices • If you see a broken-down vehicle posing no serious hazard, a broken traffic signal, a minor traffic Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from accident where no one appears injured, or a radio frequency (RF) signals. However, certain vehicle you know to be stolen, call roadside electronic equipment may not be shielded against the assistance or any other special non-emergency...
  • Page 68 Health and safety information Vehicles If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, switch off your phone immediately. RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor Hearing aids vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or its Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some representative regarding your vehicle.
  • Page 69 Potentially explosive environments Emergency calls Switch off your phone when in any area with a This phone, like any wireless phone, operates using potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs radio signals, wireless and landline networks as well as and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an user-programmed functions, which cannot guarantee explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even connection in all conditions.
  • Page 70 Health and safety information If certain features are in use (call barring, for • For vehicles equipped with an air bag, remember example), you may first need to deactivate those that an air bag inflates with great force. Do not features before you can make an emergency call.
  • Page 71 • Keep the phone and all its parts and accessories • Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or out of the reach of small children’s. strong detergents to clean the phone. Wipe it with a soft cloth slightly dampened in a mild soap-and- •...
  • Page 72 Health and safety information Acknowledging Special Precautions reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to and the FCC and Industry Canada try to correct the interference by one or more of Notice the following measures: FCC Notice...
  • Page 73 Appendix A: CERTIFICATION Cautions INFORMATION (SAR) Changes or modifications made in the radio phone, not expressly approved by Samsung, will void the user’s THIS MODEL PHONE MEETS THE GOVERNMENT’S authority to operate the equipment. REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES.
  • Page 74 [GSM1900] Head Max: 0.593W/Kg, Body Max: 0.923 W/Kg. operating positions accepted by the FCC with the phone transmitting at its highest certified power level Body-worn operations are restricted to Samsung- in all tested frequency bands. Although the SAR is supplied, approved or none Samsung designated...
  • Page 75 Appendix B: Guide to Safe and responsibility. A wireless phone can be an invaluable tool, but good judgment must be exercised at all times Responsible Wireless Phone Use while driving a motor vehicle whether on the phone or Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association not.
  • Page 76 Health and safety information Wireless Phone “Safety Tips” 3. Position your wireless phone within easy reach. Make sure you place your wireless phone within Below are safety tips to follow while driving and using easy reach and where you can grab it without a wireless phone which should be easy to remember: removing your eyes from the road.
  • Page 77 6. Dial sensibly and assess the traffic; if possible, other local emergency number in the case of fire, place calls when you are not moving or before traffic accident, road hazard or medical pulling into traffic. Try to plan your calls before you emergency.
  • Page 78 Health and safety information Appendix C: Consumer Update on you know to be stolen, call roadside assistance or other special non-emergency wireless number. Wireless Phones Careless, distracted individuals and people driving U.S. Food and Drug Administration irresponsibly represent a hazard to everyone on the 1.
  • Page 79 thus produce RF exposures well within the FCC’s 3. What is FDA’s role concerning the safety of wireless compliance limits. phones? 2. Do wireless phones pose a health hazard? Under the law, FDA does not review the safety of radiation emitting consumer products such as wireless The available scientific evidence does not show that phones before they can be sold, as it does with new any health problems are associated with using...
  • Page 80 Health and safety information • Design wireless phones in a way that minimizes phones with the Federal Communications any RF exposure to the user that is not necessary Commission (FCC). All phones that are sold in the for device function; and United States must comply with FCC safety guidelines that limit RF exposure.
  • Page 81 FDA has been a leading participant in the World Health 5. What steps can I take to reduce my exposure to Organization International Electromagnetic Fields radio frequency energy from my wireless phone? (EMF) Project since its inception in 1996. An influential If there is a risk from these products—and at this point result of this work has been the development of a we do not know that there is—it is probably very...
  • Page 82 Health and safety information use measures like those described above to reduce precautionary; it was not based on scientific evidence your RF exposure from wireless phone use. that any health hazard exists. 6. What about children using wireless phones? 7. Do hands-free kits for wireless phones reduce risks from exposure to RF emissions? The scientific evidence does not show a danger to users of wireless phones, including children and...
  • Page 83 8. Do wireless phone accessories that claim to shield Radio frequency energy (RF) from wireless phones can the head from RF radiation work? interact with some electronic devices. For this reason, FDA helped develop a detailed test method to measure Since there are no known risks from exposure to RF electromagnetic interference (EMI) of implanted emissions from wireless phones, there is no reason to...
  • Page 84 Health and safety information same time. This standard was approved by the IEEE in exposed the animals to RF for up to 22 hours per day. 2000. These conditions are not similar to the conditions under which people use wireless phones, so we don’t FDA continues to monitor the use of wireless phones know with certainty what the results of such studies for possible interactions with other medical devices.
  • Page 85 are needed. Lifetime animal exposure studies could be FCC RF Safety Program: completed in a few years. However, very large http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/ numbers of animals would be needed to provide Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): reliable proof of a cancer promoting effect if one http://www.epa.gov/radiation/ exists.

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