Samsung SGH-T459 User Manual
Samsung SGH-T459 User Manual

Samsung SGH-T459 User Manual

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P O R T A B L E
Q u a d - B A N D
M O B I L E
P H O N E
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating your
phone, and keep it for future reference.

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  • Page 1 Strike Series P O R T A B L E Q u a d - B A N D M O B I L E P H O N E User Manual Please read this manual before operating your phone, and keep it for future reference.
  • Page 2 Intellectual Property 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 IN THE INSTRUCTION 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 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Section 1: Getting Started ................5 Activating Your Phone ............5 Switching the Phone On or Off .
  • Page 5 Display Icons for Messages ........... 38 Text Messages .
  • Page 6 Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling ........
  • Page 7 UL Certified Travel Adapter ........... 110 Consumer Information on Wireless Phones .
  • Page 8: 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 voice mail. Activating Your Phone When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, available optional services, and many other features.
  • Page 9 Lift up and remove the battery. Carefully slide the SIM card under the metal bracket and into the SIM card socket until the card locks into place. 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 below.
  • Page 10: Charging A Battery

    Charging a Battery Your phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery. A travel adapter, which is used for charging the battery, is included with your phone. Use only approved batteries and chargers. Ask your local Samsung dealer for further details.
  • Page 11: Low Battery Indicator

    With the battery installed, temporarily remove the plastic cover on the right side of the phone and plug in the travel adapter’s connector into the jack. Important!: Verify that the handset battery is installed prior to connecting the travel adapter. If the battery is not installed and the travel adapter is connected the handset continuously power cycles and prevents proper operation.
  • Page 12: Switching The Phone On Or Off

    Switching the Phone On or Off Press and hold the key until the phone switches on. If the phone asks you to enter the phone password, use the keypad to enter this password and press either the OK soft key or the key.
  • Page 13 Press Call. Your phone dials the specified voice mail number. When connected, follow the voice prompts from the voice mail center. Getting Started...
  • Page 14: Section 2: Understanding Your Phone

    Section 2: Understanding Your Phone This section outlines some key features of your phone. It also displays the screen and the icons that display when the phone is in use. Features of Your Phone Your phone is lightweight, easy-to-use and offers many significant features. The following list outlines a few of the features included in your phone.
  • Page 15: Front View Of Your Phone

    Front View of Your Phone The following illustrations show the main elements of your phone: Keys The following list correlates to the illustrations. Earpiece allows you to hear the other caller and the different ring tones or sounds offered by your phone. Volume keys allow you to adjust the Ring volume in standby mode (with the phone open) or adjust the Speaker volume during a call.
  • Page 16 Send key allows you to make or answer a call. In Idle mode, it displays the Call records so that you can view All Calls, Missed Calls, Incoming Calls, and Outgoing Calls. Voice mail key allows you to quickly access your voice mail. Press and hold this key for two seconds to automatically dial your voice mail’s phone number.
  • Page 17: Back View Of Your Phone

    When you slide the phone open, the display rotates from a vertical viewing mode to a horizontal viewing mode. Back View of Your Phone The following illustration shows the back, open view of the phone. Camera lens allows you to aim and shoot a picture using the camera. Mirror allows you to center the camera lens for self portraits.
  • Page 18: Side View Of Your Phone

    Side View of Your Phone The following illustrations show the external elements of your phone Earpiece allows you to hear the other caller and the different ring tones or sounds offered by your phone. Volume keys allow you to adjust the Ring volume in standby mode (with the phone open) or adjust the Speaker volume during a call.
  • Page 19: Display Layout

    Display Layout Your phone’s display screen provides a wealth of information about your phone’s status and options. The display has three areas: Icons Text Soft function Keys View Tab When you receive new messages, icons display in two locations: on the View Tab that appears on the lower portion of the screen, and in the icon bar at the top of the screen.
  • Page 20 Icons This list identifies the symbols you’ll see on your phone’s display screen: Shows the received signal strength. The greater the number of bars, the stronger the signal. Shows the level of your battery. The more bars you see, the more power remains. Displays when a call is in progress.
  • Page 21: Backlight

    Displays when Incoming call is set to Melody and Vibration. Displays when Incoming call is set to Vibration then Melody. Displays when Incoming call is set to Melody then Vibration. Backlight A backlight illuminates the internal display and the keypad. When you press any key, the backlight comes on. It goes off when no keys are pressed within a given period of time, depending on the setting within the Backlight menu.
  • Page 22: Section 3: Call Functions

    Section 3: Call Functions This section describes how to make or answer a call. It also explains the features and functionality associated with making or answering a call. For more information on Ringtones see “Ringtone” on page 87. For more information on Call Forwarding see “Call forwarding”...
  • Page 23: Adjusting The Call Volume

    Press the Up Navigation key to display a list of the most recent numbers used, in the order you dialed or received them. Use the Up and Down Navigation keys to scroll through the numbers and highlight the number you want. To view call time for this number press View Before you dial the number, you may also press the Options soft key to display the following options: •...
  • Page 24: Call Records

    If the Any key answer option in the Answer options menu is activated, you can press any key to answer a call except for the key and the Reject soft key. Note: To reject an incoming call, press the Reject soft key or key.
  • Page 25: Incoming Calls

    Viewing Missed Calls When you are unable to answer a call for any reason, you can find out who is calling you, if this service is available, so that you can call the person back. The number of calls you missed displays on the idle screen on the Missed Call tab, immediately after a call is missed.
  • Page 26: Vibration Mode

    Outgoing calls This menu allows you to view the 30 most recent calls you dialed. The name and number displays with the number of occurrences for each number. Delete all This menu allows you to delete all of the records in each call record separately, or you can delete all of your call records at one time.
  • Page 27: Selecting Functions And Options

    Selecting Functions and Options Your phone offers a set of customizable functions. These functions are arranged in menus and sub-menus, and accessed using the two soft keys. Each menu and submenu allows you to view and alter the settings of a particular function.
  • Page 28 When you access a list of options, your phone highlights the currently active option. If, however, there are only two options, such as On/Off or Enable/Disable, your phone highlights the option that is not currently active, so that you can select it. Options During a Call Your phone provides a number of control functions that are available for use during a call.
  • Page 29 Press the Options soft key, select Hold, and press the key. This places the currently active call on hold and allows you to make a new call. Make the second call in the normal way. When there is an active call and a call on hold, you may switch between the two calls by making the held call active and then placing the other call on hold.
  • Page 30 Press the Down Navigation key to highlight the Contact list option and press the Select soft key or the key. With the Phonebook entries displayed: Enter the name that you wish to find in the textbox located above the entries. If you enter the first few letters of the name, the Phonebook entries display, starting with the first entry that matches your input.
  • Page 31 For further details about subscribing to this service, contact customer service. Setting up a Multi-Party Call Call the first participant in the normal way. Press the Options soft key and select the New call option. Press the Select soft key or the key.
  • Page 32 Press the Options soft key and highlight Remove. Press the Select soft key or the key. The remaining participant on hold is highlighted. Press the Select soft key or the key to drop the selected participant. This option allows you to continue talking to the other participants.
  • Page 33: Section 4: Menu Navigation

    Section 4: Menu Navigation This section explains menu navigation for your phone. Menu Navigation functions You can tailor the phone’s functions to your needs using menus and sub-menus. Menus and sub-menus are accessed by scrolling using the Navigation keys or by using the shortcuts. Accessing a Menu Function by Scrolling In Idle mode, press Menu.
  • Page 34 Press the key for Phone settings. Press the key for Security.
  • Page 35: Section 5: Entering Text

    Section 5: Entering Text This section outlines how to select the desired text input mode when entering characters into your phone. This section also describes how to use the T9 predictive text system to reduce the number of key strokes associated with entering text.
  • Page 36: Changing The Text Input Mode

    Sym displays the Symbols page. Choose from an extensive list of symbols and other character sets. Shift changes the text input mode to Upper/Lower case mode. Alt allows you to use characters displayed at the top of the QWERTY keys. Examples: $, @, #, ! Space inserts an empty space.
  • Page 37: Using T9 Mode

    Create New Message Landscape Keyboard Create New Message Portrait Keypad Press the Right soft key ( ) to change the text input mode. The following options are available: • T9 (English) • ABC mode • Number • Symbol Enter text in the text message box using the selected text input mode when the Text input mode indicator that you desire displays.
  • Page 38: Using Abc Mode

    Example: To enter “Hello” in T9 mode, press the 4, 3, 5, 5, and 6 keys. The word that you type displays on the screen. The word may change with each consecutive key that you press. You can change the word by pressing the or the Navigation Up or Down keys.
  • Page 39 To delete letters: Press the key. Press and hold the key to clear the display. Note: The cursor moves to the right when you press a different key. When entering the same letter twice or a different letter on the same key, just wait for a few seconds for the cursor to automatically move to the right, and then select the next letter.
  • Page 40: Using Number Mode

    Using Number Mode The Number mode enables you to enter numbers into a text message. Press the keys corresponding to the digits you want to enter. Using Symbol Mode Symbol mode enables you to insert symbols and punctuation marks into text. To display a list of symbols press and hold the key until the symbols display on the screen, or press the Right soft key and select Symbol.
  • Page 41: Section 6: Messages

    Section 6: Messages This section describes how to send or receive different types of messages. It also explains the features and functionality associated with messaging. Types of Messages Your phone provides the following message types: Text Messages • Picture Messages •...
  • Page 42: Text Messages

    View Tabs for Missed Calls, Picture Messages, or Voice Messages There are three View tabs that display icons: Text message Missed Calls Voicemail Picture message You can search through missed calls or unviewed messages by using the Right and Left navigation keys to select the associated message tab, then pressing the Connect, Call, or View soft key.
  • Page 43: Create New

    Create new In this menu, you can create and send a text message. Creating a Simple Text Message ➔ ➔ ➔ In Idle mode, press Menu Messages Create new Text message. Create your message. Note: For further details about entering characters, see “Changing the Text Input Mode” on page 33. SMS messages may contain up to 12 pages, of up to 160 characters per page.
  • Page 44: Picture Messages

    • Recent recipients: allows you to select from recipients of your previous messages. • Phonebook: allows you to enter the phone number you want from your phonebook. • New recipient: allows you to enter a phone number. When you finish entering the destinations, press Send. Picture Messages Your phone supports the use of Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) to send Picture Messages to send and receive messages containing multimedia files, such as photos, sounds, and images you recorded.
  • Page 45 • Downloaded videos: displays a list of downloaded videos. • Videos: displays a list of previously downloaded videos. • Memory card: allows you to insert an image or video from the memory card. This option displays only if you have a memory card inserted.
  • Page 46: Inbox

    • New recipient: allows you to manually enter a phone number. The number or addresses selected displays in the To text box. Press Send to send this Picture message. Inbox The Inbox stores received messages. You can tell what kind of message was received by the icon displayed. If the icon envelope is open then the message was read, otherwise a closed envelope displays.
  • Page 47: Viewing A Picture Message From The Inbox

    • Lock/Unlock: allows you to protect the message from deletion or unlock it for deletion. Press View to read the message contents. To scroll through the contents, press the Up or Down Navigation key. Press the Options soft key while reading a text message to display the following: •...
  • Page 48: Viewing A Picture Message When You Receive It

    • Properties: displays information about the message, such as time and date the message was received, the sender’s phone number, recipient’s phone number, Cc, message size, priority, and class. Press View to read the message contents. To scroll through the contents, press the Up or Down Navigation key. Press the Options soft key while reading a text message to display the following: •...
  • Page 49: Drafts

    Drafts This message box stores messages that you may want to edit or send at a later time. When you enter this menu, the list of messages in the box displays. ➔ ➔ In Idle mode, press Menu Messages Drafts. Note: Press the Left or Right Navigation keys to scroll between Inbox, Drafts, and Sentbox.
  • Page 50: Templates

    When you enter this menu, the list of messages in the Sentbox displays with the recipients’ phone numbers or names, if available in your Phonebook. ➔ ➔ In Idle mode, press Menu Messages Sentbox. Note: Press the Left or Right Navigation keys to scroll between Inbox, Drafts, and Sentbox. Select a message from the list and press the View key to view or play the message contents.
  • Page 51: Voice Mail

    The template message sends to the select recipient(s). Sending a Picture message template ➔ ➔ ➔ In Idle mode, press Menu Messages Templates Picture message templates. Select a template from the Templates list and press the View soft key. The template displays on the screen. Press the Send to soft key and select one of the following options: •...
  • Page 52: Messages Settings

    Messages Settings In this menu, you can set up a default text message or a picture message. The last setting you accessed is automatically activated for sending subsequent messages. ➔ ➔ ➔ In Idle mode, press Menu Messages Management Messages settings. Text message Service center: displays the phone number of your message center, which is required when sending messages.
  • Page 53: Delete All

    Profile Current profile: shows you the profile that is currently set for your messages. • Profile settings: you can define up to five server profiles for your messages. • Delete all This menu allows you to delete all of the messages in each message box. Or, you can also delete all of your messages in all message boxes at one time.
  • Page 54: Broadcast Messages (Sim Card-Dependent)

    • Picture message – Inbox Sentbox – Draft – Template – • Push messages Broadcast Messages (SIM Card-Dependent) This network service allows you to receive text messages on various topics, such as the weather or traffic. Please contact customer service center for further details. Reading New Broadcast Messages This option allows you to read broadcast messages from the Archive or Temporary folders.
  • Page 55 Highlight All channels to receive Broadcast messages on all channels and press the Select soft key or the key. Language options ➔ ➔ In Idle mode, press Menu Messages Broadcast messages. Select Language. Highlight the language you want the broadcast messages to receive in and press the key.
  • Page 56: Section 7: Understanding Your Phonebook

    Section 7: Understanding Your Phonebook This section explains how to use and manage your Phonebook. Storing a Contact in the Phonebook ➔ ➔ In Idle mode, press Menu Phonebook Add new contact. Enter a first name in the First Name text box. Press the Down Navigation key to move to the next field. For information about entering characters, see “Using ABC Mode”...
  • Page 57 Note: A Phone icon displays to the left of the entry. Enter the first few letters of the name in the text box. The Phonebook entries are listed, starting with the first entry matching your input. If needed, press the Up or Down Navigation key until the entry you want highlights. Once you locate the entry, press the key to dial the number, or press the Options soft key to access the following Phonebook entry options:...
  • Page 58: Dialing A Number From Phonebook

    • Copy to phone/SIM card: copies the selected or all of the contacts to the phone or SIM card. Depends on where the contact was previously saved. • Add to block list: adds the selected contact to block (call) list. •...
  • Page 59: Editing A Caller Group

    Press the Save soft key when you are finished. Press the key to return to Idle mode. Editing a Caller Group ➔ ➔ In Idle mode, press Menu Phonebook Groups. Scroll through the group list, highlight the group you want, and press the Options soft key. Highlight Edit and press the Select soft key or the key.
  • Page 60: Speed Dialing

    Speed Dialing Once you store phone numbers from your Phonebook list, you can set up to 8 speed dial entries and then easily dial them whenever you want, by pressing the associated numeric key. In Idle mode, to speed dial the numbers assigned to keys (2 to 9), press and hold the appropriate key. Setting Up Speed Dial Entries ➔...
  • Page 61: Management

    The selected contact(s) display and are added to the Block list. Removing contacts from the Block list ➔ ➔ In Idle mode, press Menu Phonebook Block list. Highlight the number to remove and press Remove At the Remove from block list? prompt, press Yes to delete the selected contact, or press No to cancel. The selected contact(s) are removed from the Block list.
  • Page 62: Own Number

    Sort by contacts The Sort by contacts menu option allows you to set the sort function to alphabetize the contacts by First name or Last name. Delete all This option allows you to delete all your contacts from the Phonebook. Important!: Once Phonebook entries are deleted, they cannot be recovered.
  • Page 63: Fdn List

    Press the Save soft key when finished. FDN List FDN (Fixed Dialing Number) mode, if supported by your SIM card, allows you to restrict your outgoing calls to a defined set of phone numbers, known as the FDN List. To use the FDN List, FDN mode must first be enabled in the Security settings. For more information on changing this setting, see “Set FDN mode”...
  • Page 64: Section 8: Browser

    Section 8: Browser This section outlines the Browser feature available on your phone. For more information, contact your service provider. Your phone is equipped with a WAP (Wireless Application Protocol) browser which provides wireless access and navigation to the Web using your phone. To access the Browser via the menu, follow these steps: ➔...
  • Page 65: Entering Text In The Browser

    Entering Text in the Browser When you are prompted to enter text, the current text input mode is shown on the screen. The following modes are available: Abc(ABC, abc): allows you to enter letters of the alphabet with initial upper case, or solid upper-case or lower-case. •...
  • Page 66: Enter Url

    Add to bookmark : adds the current URL to Bookmarks. – Send URL via message : sends the currently viewed URL to a recipient as a message. – Page details : view details about the current page such as: Title, URL, Mimetype, and Size. –...
  • Page 67: Browser Settings

    History This option provides you with a list of the most recently visited web sites. You can use these entries to return to previously visited web pages. Browser Settings Various settings are available when you are using the browser to navigate the wireless web. Clear cache You can clear the information stored in the cache, which is the phone’s temporary memory and stores the most recently accessed Web pages.
  • Page 68: About Browser

    Delete cookies Cookies identify who you are when you visit favorite web sites; however, they are also used to track your web surfing habits. Deleting all the cookies provides security. Highlight Delete cookies and press the Select soft key or the key.
  • Page 69: Section 9: Fun & Apps

    Section 9: Fun & Apps This section outlines the applications available on your phone. Files Use Files manage sounds and images, and view memory status in one convenient location. ➔ ➔ In Idle mode, press Menu Fun & Apps Files. Sounds In this menu, you can view the list of sounds downloaded from the web server or received in picture messages.
  • Page 70 Copy to memory card: copies the Selected or Multiple audio message to the Memory card. • Rename: changes the name of the audio message. • Bluetooth visibility: select one or multiple voice messages to share with other Bluetooth devices. • Lock/Unlock: lock the audio message to protect it from deletion or unlocks it to allow deletion.
  • Page 71: Downloaded Images

    • Send via: allows you to send the photo as a Picture message, or to another Bluetooth compatible device. • Set as: allows you to set the photo as Wallpaper or as a Picture ID. • Delete: allows you to delete the selected photo or multiple photos. •...
  • Page 72 Memory card In this menu you can view and manage the image files on your memory card. ➔ ➔ ➔ ➔ In Idle mode, press Menu Fun & Apps Files Images Memory card. Highlight an item and press the Options soft key. The following options are available: •...
  • Page 73: Memory Card

    • Bluetooth visibility: share all the downloaded images with other Bluetooth enabled devices. • Lock/Unlock: lock the image to protect it from deletion, or unlock an already locked image. • Properties: displays the image name, date, format, resolution, size, length, quality, and Lock/Unlock status. Videos The Videos option displays a list of videos stored in your Videos folder.
  • Page 74: Other Files

    Music In this menu you can review the Music you’ve downloaded or you can view music stored on the memory card. ➔ ➔ ➔ In Idle mode, press Menu Fun & Apps Files Music. Highlight Music or Memory card and press the Select soft key or the key.
  • Page 75: Games

    • Copy to memory card: copy the selected file or multiple files to the Memory card. • Rename: change the name of the selected file. • Bluetooth visibility: enable Bluetooth to share the selected file or multiple files with other Bluetooth devices. •...
  • Page 76: Music Player

    Note: When downloading games, charges may apply. MIDlet game options differ depending on the MIDlet selected. MIDlet Options In the My Games menu, scroll to the MIDlet application you want and press the Options soft key. The following options are available: •...
  • Page 77 • Set as: set this music file as a Ringtone, Individual ringtone, or Alarm tone. • Send via Bluetooth: send the selected music file to a Bluetooth enabled device. • Add to: add a selected music file, or all the music files to this playlist. •...
  • Page 78: Camera

    Creating a Playlist Before music can be played directly via the Music Player, it is necessary that the desired playlist be active before music is added. Unless otherwise selected, Playlist 1 is the default playlist when new music is added from either the phone or memory card.
  • Page 79 • Send via: send this image via a Picture message or to a Bluetooth enabled device. • New image: open a new image, or take a photo. • Save as: rename and save this image. • Effects: adds a special effect to the image such as: No effects, Black & White, Negative, Sepia, Blur, Sharpen, Sketch, Posterise, and Solarise.
  • Page 80: Section 10: Organizer

    Section 10: Organizer The Organizer allows you to create tasks and notes, perform simple math calculations, check world time, perform unit conversions, set a timer, and use a stopwatch. Tasks This feature allows you to enter a task list. ➔ ➔...
  • Page 81: Calculator

    Press OK to create a new note. A blank Notes screen displays. Enter your text and press Save Calculator With this feature, you can use the phone as a calculator. The calculator provides the basic arithmetic functions; addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. ➔...
  • Page 82: World Time

    Use the Down Navigation key to move to the # paying field to change the number of people contributing to the tip amount. The You pay field displays the total for each individual. World time This feature allows you to find out what time it is another part of world, using the Left and Right Navigation keys. There are two time lines available.
  • Page 83: Timer

    Timer You can use this menu to set a timer. To enable the Timer, use the following options: ➔ ➔ ➔ In Idle mode, press Menu Fun & Apps Organizer Timer. Press the Set soft key and enter the length of time as HH:MM and press OK. Press Start key to start the timer.
  • Page 84: Section 11: Alarm

    Section 11: Alarm This feature allows you to: Set up to 3 alarms to ring at specified times. • Set the phone to switch on automatically and ring the alarm even if the phone is switched off. • The following options are available: Alarm1 : set the day, time, and tone for this alarm.
  • Page 85 Press Save to confirm your settings or Cancel to return to the Alarm screen. Press the key to return to Idle mode. Note: Your phone is preset to a 12-hour format. To change the time format, see “Time & date” on page 92. To stop the alarm when it rings, press any key or press the Snooze soft key.
  • Page 86: Section 12: Calendar

    Section 12: Calendar This section outlines the calendar functions on your phone. With the Calendar feature, you can: Consult the calendar by month, week, or day. • Set schedules and note anniversaries • Make a tasks list. • Write memos to keep track of your schedule. •...
  • Page 87: Week View

    Delete : erases all events for a selected date, all events for a specified period, or all events for this month. You can also delete all – events. Week view When you select this option, the calendar displays the selected week with today’s date and time highlighted. The following options are available when you press the Options soft key: View mode : takes you to the Day view or Month view for the selected day.
  • Page 88: Anniversary

    Anniversary This option allows you to record Anniversaries in your calendar. You can also set an alarm to remind you of important anniversaries. ➔ ➔ In Idle mode, press Menu Calendar Anniversary. ➔ Press Options Create new. Enter the occasion in the Occasion text box then press the Down soft key. Continue to enter other information including Date, Alarm, before, Alarm time, AM/PM, Alarm tone, and Repeat every year.
  • Page 89: Memory Status

    Memory status This menu item shows the number of calendar events you presently have and how many more you memory space for. It displays your events such as Schedule, Anniversary, and Miscellaneous. ➔ ➔ In Idle mode, press Menu Calendar Memory status.
  • Page 90: Section 13: Changing Your Settings

    Section 13: Changing Your Settings This section explains settings for your phone, including display, security, memory, and any extra settings. Sound settings You can customize various sound settings. ➔ ➔ In Idle mode, press Menu Settings Sound settings. The following options display: Incoming call Ringtone This menu allows you to select a ring melody.
  • Page 91 • Vibration then melody: the phone vibrates 3 times and then starts ringing. • Melody then vibration: the phone plays the melody and then vibrates. Message tone This menu allows you to set up the ringer for incoming messages. You can set the Tone, Alert type, and Repetition. Highlight the Tone field and press Change Select a tone and press Play to listen to a sample of the tone.
  • Page 92: Vibration Mode

    Press the key to select a tone. A check mark displays in front of the option. Press Save to confirm your selection. The following options are available: Minute minder : sets whether or not the phone beeps every minute during an outgoing call to keep you informed of the length of –...
  • Page 93: Info Display

    Theme This menu allows you to change the background color to Black or White. Home Screen This option allows you to display the Calendar as a background wallpaper or select None. Info display This menu allows you to select the text size and color for your font. To change the size of the font: Highlight the Text style option and press the Left or Right Navigation key to select between: Outline, Shadow, or Normal.
  • Page 94: Phone Settings

    Press Save to save your change. Otherwise, press the Cancel soft key. To change the background color: Highlight the Background color option and press the Select soft key or the key. Use the Left or Right Navigation key to select between 19 different colors or None. Press Save to save your change.
  • Page 95 Time & date This menu allows you to change the current time and date displayed. ➔ ➔ ➔ In Idle mode, press Menu Settings Phone settings Time & date. The following options are available: Time zone updating: allows you to receive time information from the network. •...
  • Page 96: Security

    Language This menu allows you to select a display language for Text language and Input mode. Choose from Automatic, English, Français, and Español. Airplane mode Airplane Mode allows you to use many of your phone’s features, such as Games, Voice Notes, etc., when you are in an airplane or in any other area where making or receiving calls or data is prohibited.
  • Page 97: Lock Application

    The following options are available: – Disable: you are not asked to enter the phone password when you switch on the phone. – Enable: you are required to enter the phone password when you switch on the phone. Lock application With this feature you can lock your applications which provide access to information.
  • Page 98: Change Pin Code

    The following options are available: – Disable: the phone connects directly to the network when you switch it on. – Enable: you must enter the PIN each time the phone is switched on. Change PIN code This feature allows you to change your current PIN, provided that the Check PIN code feature is enabled. You must enter the current PIN before you can specify a new one.
  • Page 99: Bluetooth

    To reset your settings: ➔ ➔ ➔ ➔ ➔ In Idle mode, press Menu Settings Phone settings Security Reset Reset settings. Highlight one of the options or highlight All and press the key to place a check mark next to the option. Press Reset.
  • Page 100 Turn Bluetooth On/Off This option allows you to turn Bluetooth On or Off. Make a selection and press the Select soft key or the key. My devices This option allows you to search for new Bluetooth devices. Highlight the Search new device option and press the Select soft key or the key.
  • Page 101: Call Settings

    Highlight On or Off and press the Select soft key or the key. Features The Bluetooth specification is a protocol that describes how the short-range wireless technology works, whereas individual profiles describe the services supported by individual devices. Profiles increase the integration between different devices.
  • Page 102: Show My Number

    Press the key to make your selection then press the Save soft key to save your new selection. Options include: • Off: keeps the phone from automatically redialing the last number if the call was disconnected or the call was cut off. •...
  • Page 103: Call Waiting

    Highlight Voice calls or Data calls and then press the Select soft key or the key. The current status displays. If the option was already set, the number to which the calls are forwarded displays. Activate Call forwarding. The Forward to field activates. Enter the number in which to forward the calls in the Forward to text box and press the Select soft key or the key.
  • Page 104: Network Selection

    Network selection The Network Selection feature enables you to automatically or manually select the network used when roaming outside of your home area. Note: You can select a network other than your home network only if there is a valid roaming agreement between the two. To change the Network Selection mode: ➔...
  • Page 105: Section 14: Camera

    Section 14: Camera This section explains how to use the camera on your phone. You can take photographs by using the built-in camera functionality. Using the Camera Using the camera module in your phone, you can take photos of people or events while on the move. Additionally, you can send these photos to other people in a Picture Messaging message or set a wallpaper or picture ID image.
  • Page 106: Configuring Camera Options

    • Send in Message: send this photo as a picture message. • Set as: set this photo as Wallpaper or a Picture ID. • Go to Photos: displays the Photos folder. • Delete: allows you to delete this photo. To return to Capture mode, press the Back soft key. –...
  • Page 107: Photos

    – General settings: There are two types of general settings: Zoom sound (creates a sound when you zoom the camera) and Brightness sound (creates a sound when you adjust the brightness). You can activate (turn On) or deactivate (turn Off) these sounds. –...
  • Page 108: Deleting A Photo

    To view the photos on the full screen, press the key. To go back to Line view, press the Back soft key or key. Press the Options soft key to use the following options: • Send via: send the selected photo as a Picture message or to a Bluetooth enabled device. •...
  • Page 109: Record Video

    Record video Tip: For best results when shooting video in direct sunlight or in bright conditions, provide your subject with sufficient light by putting the light source behind you. ➔ ➔ ➔ In Idle mode, press Menu Fun & Apps Camera Take picture.
  • Page 110: Videos

    • General settings: turn the Zoom and Brightness sound On or Off. Press Back to return to the picture viewer. Camcorder Shortcuts Shortcut keys allow you to quickly change options using your keypad, Navigation keys, and Volume key while in capture mode.
  • Page 111 Move to memory card: move the Selected or Multiple videos to the Memory card. • Copy to memory card: copy the Selected or Multiple videos to the Memory card. • Rename: change the name of the video. • Display mode: view the pictures in Line view or Thumbnail view. •...
  • Page 112: Section 15: Health And Safety Information

    Section 15: Health and Safety Information This section outlines the safety precautions associated with using your phone. These safety precautions should be followed to safely use your phone. Health and Safety Information Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals Certification Information (SAR) Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver.
  • Page 113: Warning Regarding Display

    Do not use if screen is broken or cracked as this could cause injury to you. Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling Samsung cares for the environment and encourages its customers to recycle Samsung mobile phones and genuine Samsung accessories.
  • Page 114: Consumer Information On Wireless Phones

    FOR CONNECTION TO A SUPPLY NOT IN NORTH AMERICA, USE AN ATTACHMENT PLUG ADAPTOR OF THE PROPER CONFIGURATION FOR THE POWER OUTLET. THIS POWER UNIT IS INTENDED TO BE CORRECTLY ORIENTATED IN A VERTICAL OR HORIZONTAL OR FLOOR MOUNT POSITION. Consumer Information on Wireless Phones The U.S.
  • Page 115 action if wireless phones are shown to emit radio frequency energy (RF) at a level that is hazardous to the user. In such a case, FDA could require the manufacturers of wireless phones to notify users of the health hazard and to repair, replace or recall the phones so that the hazard no longer exists.
  • Page 116 laboratories. A few animal studies, however, have suggested that low levels of RF could accelerate the development of cancer in laboratory animals. However, many of the studies that showed increased tumor development used animals that had been genetically engineered or treated with cancer-causing chemicals so as to be pre-disposed to develop cancer in absence of RF exposure.
  • Page 117 Electromagnetic Fields (EMF) Project since its inception in 1996. An influential result of this work has been the development of a detailed agenda of research needs that has driven the establishment of new research programs around the world. The Project has also helped develop a series of public information documents on EMF issues. FDA and Cellular Telecommunications &...
  • Page 118: Medical Equipment

    Their recommendation to limit wireless phone use by children was strictly precautionary; it was not based on scientific evidence that any health hazard exists. Do hands-free kits for wireless phones reduce risks from exposure to RF emissions? Since there are no known risks from exposure to RF emissions from wireless phones, there is no reason to believe that hands-free kits reduce risks.
  • Page 119: Road Safety

    Electronic Engineers (IEEE). This standard specifies test methods and performance requirements for hearing aids and wireless phones so that no interference occurs when a person uses a compatible phone and a compatible hearing aid at the same time. This standard was approved by the IEEE in 2000. FDA continues to monitor the use of wireless phones for possible interactions with other medical devices.
  • Page 120 Get to know your wireless phone and its features, such as speed dial and redial. If available, these features help you to place your call without taking your attention off the road. When available, use a hands-free device. If possible, add an additional layer of convenience and safety to your wireless phone with one of the many hands free accessories available today.
  • Page 121: Responsible Listening

    "The wireless industry reminds you to use your phone safely when driving." For more information, please call 1-888-901-SAFE, or visit our web-site www.ctia.org. Important!: If you are using a handset other than a standard numeric pad, please call 1-888-901-7233. Provided by the Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association. Responsible Listening Caution!: Avoid potential hearing loss.
  • Page 122 Avoid using headphones after exposure to extremely loud noises, such as rock concerts, that might cause temporary hearing • loss. Temporary hearing loss might cause unsafe volumes to sound normal. Do not listen at any volume that causes you discomfort. If you experience ringing in your ears, hear muffled speech or •...
  • Page 123: Operating Environment

    National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) 395 E Street, S.W. Suite 9200 Patriots Plaza Building Washington, DC 20201 Voice: 1-800-35-NIOSH (1-800-356-4647) 1-800-CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636) Outside the U.S. 513-533-8328 Email: cdcinfo@cdc.gov Internet: http://www.cdc.gov 1-888-232-6348 TTY Internet: http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/noise/default.html Operating Environment Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area and always switch your phone off whenever it is forbidden to use it, or when it may cause interference or danger.
  • Page 124: Implantable Medical Devices

    Implantable Medical Devices A minimum separation of six (6) inches should be maintained between a handheld wireless phone and an implantable medical device, such as a pacemaker or implantable cardioverter defibrillator, to avoid potential interference with the device. Persons who have such devices: Should ALWAYS keep the phone more than six (6) inches from their implantable medical device when the phone is turned ON;...
  • Page 125: Potentially Explosive Environments

    Potentially Explosive Environments Switch your phone off when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Users are advised to switch the phone off while at a refueling point (service station). Users are reminded of the need to observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots (fuel storage and distribution areas), chemical plants or where blasting operations are in progress.
  • Page 126: Fcc Notice And Cautions

    Restricting Children's access to your Phone Your phone is not a toy. Children should not be allowed to play with it because they could hurt themselves and others, damage the phone or make calls that increase your phone bill. FCC Notice and Cautions FCC Notice The phone may cause TV or radio interference if used in close proximity to receiving equipment.
  • Page 127: Product Performance

    For vehicles equipped with an air bag, remember that an air bag inflates with great force. Do not place objects, including both • installed or portable wireless equipment in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area. If wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag inflates, serious injury could result.
  • Page 128: Availability Of Various Features/Ring Tones

    If left unused, a fully charged battery will discharge itself over time. • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and recharge your battery only with Samsung-approved chargers. When a charger is not • in use, disconnect it from the power source. Do not leave the battery connected to a charger for more than a week, since overcharging may shorten its life.
  • Page 129: Care And Maintenance

    Dispose of used batteries in accordance with local regulations. In some areas, the disposal of batteries in household or • business trash may be prohibited. For safe disposal options for Li-Ion batteries, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service center. Always recycle. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.
  • Page 130 Do not store the phone in cold areas. When the phone warms up to its normal operating temperature, moisture can form inside • the phone, which may damage the phone's electronic circuit boards. Do not drop, knock or shake the phone. Rough handling can break internal circuit boards. •...
  • Page 131: Section 16: 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 broken or show evidence of tampering, or (iii) the battery has been used in equipment other than the SAMSUNG phone for which it is specified.
  • Page 132 Limited Warranty on the original Product or for 90 days, whichever is longer. All replaced parts, components, boards and equipment shall become the property of SAMSUNG. If SAMSUNG determines that any Product is not covered by this Limited Warranty, Purchaser must pay all parts, shipping, and labor charges for the repair or return of such Product.
  • Page 133 SAMSUNG are not authorized to make modifications to this Limited Warranty, or make additional warranties binding on SAMSUNG. Accordingly, additional statements such as dealer advertising or presentation, whether oral or written, do not constitute warranties by SAMSUNG and should not be relied upon.
  • Page 134: End User License Agreement For Software

    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 135 5. UPGRADES. This EULA applies to updates, supplements and add-on components (if any) of the Software that Samsung may provide to you or make available to you after the date you obtain your initial copy of the Software, unless we provide other terms along with such upgrade. To use Software identified as an upgrade, you must first be licensed for the Software identified by Samsung as eligible for the upgrade.
  • Page 136 (including, without limitation, all damages referenced herein and all direct or general damages in contract or anything else), the entire liability of Samsung under any provision of this EULA and your exclusive remedy hereunder shall be limited to the greater of the actual damages you incur in reasonable reliance on the Software up to the amount actually paid by you for the Software or US$5.00.
  • Page 137 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. Please contact the Samsung Customer Care Center for details.
  • Page 138 No reproduction in whole or in part allowed without prior written approval. Specifications and availability subject to change without notice.
  • Page 139: Index

    Index Settings ABC mode Accessing a Menu Function Calendar Alert type Call Functions Answering a Call Adjusting the Call Volume Answering a Call Call Records Backlight Correcting the Number Description Ending a Call Settings Making a Call Battery Making a Call from Phonebook Charging Redialing Last Number Installing...
  • Page 140 Background color Font color Keypad Tone Font size Display Making a Call Backlight International Icons Phonebook DTMF Redial Menu Navigation Entering Text Message ABC Mode Viewing an Incoming Picture Message Changing the Text Entry Mode Message settings Number Mode Picture message Symbol Mode Receive settings T9 Mode...
  • Page 141 Picture Messages Number mode Recording Video Ring Volume On/off switch, phone Ringtone Options During a Call Making a New call while in a call SAR values Putting a Call on Hold Settings Organizer Bluetooth Calculator Display Stopwatch Phone Timer Sound Tip calculator Time &...
  • Page 142 Stopwatch Switching on/off Phone Symbol mode T9 mode Take Picture Task List Text input mode Changing Text Messages Timer Travel adapter UL Certification Understanding Your Phone Back View Features of Your Phone Front View Side View Understanding Your Phonebook Vibration mode Voice Mail Warranty Information...

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