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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 Code No.:GH68-31622A www.samsungmobile.com English (EU). 08/2010. Rev. 1.0...
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Page 3: Using This Manual
Samsung and their respective owners. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Samsung is not liable for such copyright infringement by the user. •... -
Page 4: Instructional Icons
Instructional icons Before you start, familiarise yourself with the icons you will see in this manual: Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution—situations that could cause damage to your phone or other equipment Note—notes, usage tips, or additional information ►... - Page 5 Samsung Electronics. Using this manual Trademarks • SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ® • Bluetooth is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Contents Assembling ... Unpack ... 8 Install the SIM or USIM card and battery ... 8 Charge the battery ... 10 Insert a memory card (optional) ... 12 Getting started ... Turn your phone on and off ... 15 Get to know your phone ... 15 Lock or unlock the keys ... - Page 7 Music ... 40 FM radio ... 41 Games and more ... 43 Personal information ... Contacts ... 44 Calendar ... 46 Task ... 46 Memo ... 47 Voice recorder ... 47 Web ... Internet ... 49 Downloads ... 51 Contents Google ...
- Page 8 Image editor ... 61 My files ... 62 Pedometer ... 64 Search ... 64 Stopwatch ... 64 Timer ... 64 World clock ... 65 Settings ... Access the Settings menu ... 67 Sound profiles ... 67 Display ... 67 Time and date ... 67 Phone ...
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Page 9: Assembling
• Battery • Travel adapter (charger) • User manual Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions that are not covered by your manufacturer's warranty. Assembling • The items supplied with your phone may vary... - Page 10 To install the SIM or USIM card and battery, If the phone is on, press and hold [ Turn the screw anti-clockwise to unlock the back cover, and then remove the cover. Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover.
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Page 11: Charge The Battery
You can charge the phone with the provided travel adapter or by connecting the phone to a PC with a PC data cable. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. Unauthorised chargers or cables can cause batteries to explode or damage your phone. -
Page 12: Charge With The Travel Adapter
• If your phone is not working properly, bring your phone and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. When the battery is fully charged (the battery icon is no longer moving), unplug the travel adapter from the phone and then from the power outlet. -
Page 13: Charge With Pc Data Cable
16 GB (depending on memory card manufacturer and type). Samsung uses approved industry standards for memory cards, but some brands may not be fully compatible with your phone. Using an incompatible memory card may damage your phone or the memory card and can corrupt data stored on the card. -
Page 14: Remove The Memory Card
Turn the screw anti-clockwise to unlock the cover, and then remove the cover. Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing down. Gently push the memory card down, and then slide it backward until it locks in place. Insert the battery. Replace the back cover and turn the screw clockwise to lock the cover. -
Page 15: Format The Memory Card
› Format the memory card Formatting your memory card on a PC may cause incompatibilities with your phone. Format the memory card only on the phone. In Menu mode, select Settings → Memory card Format memory card <Yes>. → → Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all important data stored in your phone. -
Page 16: Getting Started
Getting started Turn your phone on and off To turn on your phone, Press and hold [ Enter your PIN and press < Confirm> (if necessary). When the setup wizard opens, customise your phone as desired by following the screen. To turn off your phone, repeat step 1 above. - Page 17 Flash key Multifunction jack Getting started › Maintain your water and dust resistant feature Your phone offers limited protection against accidental exposure to water in some conditions, but you should never intentionally immerse the phone in water. • Speaker Do not expose your phone to high water pressures or any other liquids, Camera lens such as salt water, ionized water or...
- Page 18 • Always keep the multifunction jack cover clean and be careful to avoid damaging it. • Any service performed on the phone may reduce the water and dust protection. Avoid exposing the phone to dust and water if any service has been performed on it.
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Page 19: Indicator Icons
Function Turn the phone on or off Power/ (press and hold); End a call; In Menu mode, return to Idle mode. Alpha- Enter numbers, letters, and numeric special characters. Enter special characters or perform special functions; In Special Idle mode, press and hold [ ] function to lock or unlock the keys;... - Page 20 Icon Definition Connected to secured web page Roaming (outside of normal service area) Call diverting activated Connected with PC Bluetooth hands-free car kit or headset connected Bluetooth activated Alarm activated Memory card inserted New text message (SMS) New multimedia message (MMS) New email message Icon Definition...
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Page 21: Lock Or Unlock The Keys
Lock or unlock the keys You can lock the keys to prevent any unwanted phone operations. To lock the keys, press and hold [ ]. To unlock these keys, press and hold [ ]. When the auto keypad lock is on, the keys will be locked automatically after the display turns off. -
Page 22: Adjust The Brightness Of The Display
› Switch to the silent profile In Idle mode, press and hold [ ] to mute or unmute your phone. › Set up a sound profile You can change your phone's sounds by customising the current sound profile or switching to another sound profile. -
Page 23: Use The Smart Home Screen
› Set menu shortcuts In Menu mode, select Settings Select a key to use as a shortcut. Select a menu to assign to the shortcut key. When you are using the smart home screen, the Navigation key does not work as shortcuts. ›... -
Page 24: Lock Your Phone
• If you forget your password, bring your phone to a Samsung Service Centre to unlock it. • Samsung is not responsible for any loss of passwords or private information or other damages caused by illegal software. Settings Security →... -
Page 25: Activate The Mobile Tracker
Enter the PIN of your SIM or USIM card and press <Confirm>. Once the PIN lock is enabled, you must enter the PIN each time you turn on the phone. • If you enter an incorrect PIN too many times, your SIM or USIM card will be blocked. -
Page 26: Enter Text
Enter text You can enter text by pressing keys on the keypad. Change the text input method Available text input modes may vary depending on your region. • Press and hold [ ] and select Writing language to select a writing language. •... -
Page 27: Communication
Communication Calling Learn to use calling functions, such as making and answering calls using options available during a call, or customising and using call-related features. › Make and answer a call Make a call In Idle mode, enter an area code and a phone number. Press [ ] to dial the number. -
Page 28: Use Options During A Voice Call
Reject a call When a call comes in, press [ ]. The caller will hear a busy tone. • You can set up a list of numbers to reject incoming calls automatically. ► p. 28 • You can send a message when you reject incoming calls. -
Page 29: View And Dial Missed Calls
› View and dial missed calls Your phone will display calls you have missed on the display. To dial the number of a missed call, Press < View>. Scroll to the missed call you want to dial. Press [ ] to dial. ›... -
Page 30: Logs
You can change the delay time before fake calls. In Menu mode, select Settings Fake call timer. You can make fake calls appear more realistic by playing back a recorded voice. To record a voice, Settings In Menu mode, select Fake call voice. - Page 31 › View call and message logs You can view logs of your calls and messages filtered by their types. In Menu mode, select Comms. Scroll left or right to select a log type. Select a log to view its details. From the detail view, you can dial the number, send a message to the number or add the number to the phonebook or reject list.
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Page 32: Messages
You can reset the records in the log manager. From each screen, press <Reset>. Messages Learn to create and send text (SMS) or multimedia (MMS) messages and view or manage messages you have sent or received. You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages while outside your home service area. -
Page 33: Send A Multimedia Message
› Send a multimedia message In Menu mode, select Messages Press the Confirm key and select You can enter a number or email address manually or select one from the logs or phonebook by pressing the Confirm key. Select the check boxes next to contacts and press <Add>. -
Page 34: View A Text Or Multimedia Message
Enter an email address. You can enter an email address manually or select one from the logs or phonebook by pressing the Confirm key. Select the check boxes next to contacts and press <Add>. Scroll down and enter a subject. Scroll down and enter your email text. -
Page 35: Listen To Voice Mail Messages
Select an email or a header. If you selected a header, press < body of the email. › Listen to voice mail messages If you have set missed calls to be diverted to the voice mail server, callers may leave voice messages when you do not answer incoming calls. -
Page 36: Send An Sos Message
To use a multimedia template to create a new multimedia message, from the template list, scroll to a template to use and press <Options> Send. Your template will open as → a new multimedia message. › Create a folder to manage messages Learn to create folders to manage your messages according to your preferences and needs. -
Page 37: Instant Messenger
When you are finished setting the recipients, press the Confirm key. Select Repeat and select the number of times to repeat the SOS message. Back> Yes. Press < → To send an SOS message, the keys must be locked. Press [ / ] 4 times. -
Page 38: Entertainment
Entertainment Camera Learn how to capture and view photos and videos. You can capture photos at resolutions up to 1600 x 1200 pixels (2 mega pixels) and videos at resolutions up to 160 x 128 pixels. › Capture a photo In Menu mode, select Camera to turn on the camera. -
Page 39: Capture A Panoramic Photo
› Capture a photo in Smile shot mode Your camera can recognise people’s faces and help you capture photos of their smiling faces. In Menu mode, select Camera to turn on the camera. Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape view. Press <... -
Page 40: Media Browser
› Record a video In Menu mode, select Camera to turn on the camera. Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape view. To switch to the camcorder, press < → Camcorder. Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary adjustments. -
Page 41: Play A Slideshow
Add music files to your phone Start by transferring files to your phone or memory card: • Download from the wireless web. • Download from a PC with the optional Samsung Kies. ► p. 57 • Receive via Bluetooth. ►... -
Page 42: Create A Playlist
Function • Up: Access the playlist. • Down: Change the repeat mode. • Left: Skip backward; Scan backward Navigation in a file (press and hold). • Right: Skip forward; Scan forward in a file (press and hold). › Create a playlist Music In Menu mode, select →... -
Page 43: Listen To The Fm Radio
› Listen to the FM radio Plug the supplied headset into the phone. In Menu mode, select Apps → FM radio. Press the Confirm key <Yes>. → The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically. The first time you turn on the FM radio, you will be prompted to start automatic tuning. -
Page 44: Games And More
Apps FM radio. In Menu mode, select → Options> Programme reminder. Press < → Press <Create> or <Options> → Set reminder details and press < When a pop-up notification appears and the FM radio turns on, press <Listen> to listen to the specified radio station. -
Page 45: Personal Information
Personal information Contacts Learn to create and manage a list of your personal or business contacts stored on the phone’s memory or a SIM or USIM card. You can save names, mobile phone numbers, home phone numbers, email addresses, birthdays and more for your contacts. -
Page 46: Create A Group Of Contacts
› Find a contact In Menu mode, select Contacts. Enter the first letter of the name you want. Select the contact’s name from the contact list. Once you found a contact, you can: • call the contact by pressing [ •... -
Page 47: Calendar
Calendar Learn to create and manage daily, weekly or monthly events. › Create an event In Menu mode, select Organiser Options> Create Press < → → an event type. Enter the details of the event as required. Press the Confirm key. ›... -
Page 48: Memo
› View tasks In Menu mode, select Organiser Press < Options> → List by and select a category (priority, status, or due date) to sort the tasks. Select a task to view its details. For completed tasks with an expired deadline, you can set their status to completed. -
Page 49: Play A Voice Memo
Speak into the microphone. Stop>. When you are finished, press < Your memo is saved automatically. To record more voice memos, press the Confirm key and repeat steps 3-4. › Play a voice memo In Menu mode, select Apps → Voice recorder. -
Page 50: Web
Internet Learn to access and bookmark your favourite web pages. • You may incur additional charges for accessing the web and downloading media. For details, contact your service provider. • The web browser menu may be labelled differently depending on your service provider. •... -
Page 51: Bookmark Your Favourite Web Pages
› Bookmark your favourite web pages You can bookmark web pages you frequently visit for quick access. While navigating the web, press <Options> to Bookmarks to bookmark the current web page. If you know the web address of the web page, you can manually add a bookmark offline. -
Page 52: Downloads
Downloads Learn to download a variety of media files, such as wallpapers, ringtones, games, music, and video clips. In Menu mode, select Downloads. Select a category. Search for and download media files to the phone as desired. As a result of the Digital Rights Management (DRM) system, some of the media items you download from the internet or receive by multimedia messages may require a licence key to access them. -
Page 53: Synchronise
› Use the Google Maps service In Menu mode, select Apps → Google Scroll through the map. Zoom in or out on the location you want. Synchronise Learn to synchronise contacts, calendar events, tasks, and memos with the web server you have specified. ›... -
Page 54: Share A File
Accept> to confirm that you agree to the Press < general disclaimer. The first time you access the menu, you will be prompted to confirm. Select the website or blog you want to add and press <Save>. Update lists, new websites If you select <Options>... -
Page 55: Connectivity
10 metres without requiring a physical connection. • Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth wireless feature. • Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured. -
Page 56: Receive Data Using The Bluetooth Wireless Feature
Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or the other device’s Bluetooth PIN, if it has one, and press <OK>. Alternatively, press <Yes> to match the PIN between your phone and the device. When the owner of the other device enters the same PIN or accepts the connection, pairing is complete. -
Page 57: Print Data Using The Bluetooth Wireless Feature
Yes> to confirm that you are willing to receive Press < data from the device (if necessary). Received data is saved to an appropriate application or folder according to its type. For example, a music or sound clip is saved to the sound folder and a contact to the phonebook. -
Page 58: Synchronise With Windows Media Player
› Connect with Samsung Kies Ensure that Samsung Kies is installed on your PC. You can download the program from the Samsung website (www. samsungmobile.com). In Menu mode, select Settings Samsung Kies. Press [ ] to return to Idle mode. - Page 59 Settings In Menu mode, select Media player. Press [ ] to return to Idle mode. Using an optional PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your phone to a PC with Windows Media Player installed. When connected, a pop-up window will appear on the PC.
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Page 60: Tools
Tools Alarms Learn to set and control alarms for important events. › Set a new alarm Organiser In Menu mode, select Create>. Press < Set alarm details. Save>. When you are finished, press < The auto power-up feature sets the phone to automatically turn on and sound the alarm at the designated time when the phone is turned off. -
Page 61: Compass
Compass Apps Compass. In Menu mode, select → If you use the compass for the first time, press < and calibrate it by moving your phone as shown on the screen. To use the compass, hold the phone flat in your palm, parallel to the ground and read the direction. -
Page 62: Image Editor
Image editor You can edit images and apply fun effects. › Apply effects to images In Menu mode, select Apps → Image editor. Scroll to an image and press the Confirm key. Press the Confirm key to edit the image. Select Effects →... -
Page 63: Crop An Image
Resize, Rotate, or Flip. Select Rotate or flip the image as desired and press < To resize the image, select a size option and press <Save>. Save the edited image with a new file name. › Crop an image Open an image to edit. Press the Confirm key to edit the image. -
Page 64: Supported File Formats
› Supported file formats Your phone supports the following file formats: Type Supported format Image bmp, jpg, gif, png, wbmp, agif Video mp4, 3gp Sound imy, midi, pmd Theme doc, pdf, ppt, txt, xls, htm, html, vcf, Others vcs, vnt, jad, jar •... -
Page 65: Pedometer
Pedometer Apps Pedometer. In Menu mode, select → Enter your height and weight and press < Press the Confirm key. The pedometer will count your steps. To stop the pedometer, press the Confirm key. Search Learn to search for data stored on your phone. Apps Search. -
Page 66: World Clock
Start> to begin the countdown. Press < You can now use other functions with the timer counting down in the background. Press <Back> or → <Yes> and access another application. When the timer expires, press < World clock Learn to view the time in another region and set world clocks to appear on your display. - Page 67 Settings In Menu mode, select home. Scroll left or right to Smart idle. Press < Edit> → Dual clock. Press < Options> → Save. Tools Display Smart → →...
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Page 68: Settings
Settings Access the Settings menu In Menu mode, select Settings. Select a setting category and select an option. Customise the setting and press < Confirm key. Sound profiles Select a sound profile to use or customise sound options in profiles as desired. Display Access and alter the following settings to control the display and usage of light on your phone. -
Page 69: Phone
Phone Access and alter the following settings to control general settings for your phone: • Language : Select a language to use on the phone’s display and text input. • Shortcuts : Customise the shortcut keys. • Keypad auto-lock : Set the phone to automatically lock the keypad. -
Page 70: Security
Security Access and alter the following settings to secure your phone and data: • Phone lock : Activate or deactivate the phone lock feature to require a phone password before using the phone. • SIM lock : Activate or deactivate the SIM lock feature to require the SIM or USIM password when you change the SIM or USIM card. -
Page 71: Profile Wizard
• Connections : Set up connection profiles to use for network features. • Certificates : View certificates required for network services. Profile wizard Initiate the wizard that helps you customise your phone. Memory Access and alter the following settings to control your phone’s memory use: •... -
Page 72: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting When you turn on your phone or while you are using the phone, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: Code Try this to solve the problem: When the phone lock feature is enabled, Password you must enter the password you set for the phone. -
Page 73: Calls Are Being Dropped
Ensure that your phone software is upgraded to the latest version. • If the touch screen is scratched or damaged, take it to your local Samsung Service Centre. Troubleshooting Calls are being dropped When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose your connection to the network. - Page 74 Others cannot hear you speaking on a call • Ensure that you are not covering the built-in microphone. • Ensure that the microphone is close to your mouth. • If using a headset, ensure that it is properly connected. Audio quality is poor •...
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Page 75: Your Phone Is Hot To The Touch
Your phone is hot to the touch. When you use applications that require more power or use applications on your phone for an extended period of time, your phone may feel hot to the touch. This is normal and should not affect your phone's lifespan or performance. Troubleshooting... -
Page 76: Safety Precautions
For safe disposal of your Li-Ion batteries, contact your nearest authorised service centre. Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers specifically designed for your device. Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries or damage to your device. •... - Page 77 Protect the device, batteries, and chargers from damage • Avoid exposing your device and batteries to very cold or very hot temperatures. • Extreme temperatures can cause the deformation of the device and reduce the charging capacity and life of your device and batteries. •...
- Page 78 • Do not use your device at refuelling points (service stations), near fuels or chemicals, and at blasting areas. • Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the same compartment as the device, its parts, or accessories. Turn off your device when in an aircraft Using your device in an aircraft is illegal.
- Page 79 • Use your device to help others in emergencies. If you see an auto accident, a crime in progress, or a serious emergency where lives are in danger, call a local emergency number. • Call roadside assistance or a special, non-emergency assistance number when necessary.
- Page 80 Using generic batteries or chargers may shorten the life of your device or cause the device to malfunction. • Samsung cannot be responsible for the user’s safety when using accessories or supplies that are not approved by Samsung. Do not bite or suck on the device or the battery •...
- Page 81 You can be injured or damage the device if you fall. Do not disassemble, modify, or repair your device • Any changes or modifications to your device can void your manufacturer’s warranty. For service, take your device to a Samsung Service Centre. Safety precautions •...
- Page 82 Do not allow children to use your device Your device is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with it as they could hurt themselves and others, damage the device, or make calls that increase your charges. Install mobile devices and equipment with caution •...
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Page 83: Correct Disposal Of This Product
The Declaration of Conformity statement at the back of this manual demonstrates your device’s compliance with the European Radio & Terminal Telecommunications Equipment (R&TTE) directive. For more information about the SAR and related EU standards, visit the Samsung website. Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical &... -
Page 84: Correct Disposal Of Batteries In This Product
“THIRD PARTY CONTENT AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS. ” SAMSUNG DOES NOT WARRANT CONTENT OR SERVICES SO PROVIDED, EITHER EXPRESSLY OR IMPLIEDLY, FOR ANY PURPOSE. SAMSUNG EXPRESSLY... - Page 85 Samsung is neither responsible nor liable for customer service related to the content and services. Any question or request for service relating to the content or services should be made directly to the respective content and service providers.
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Page 86: Index
Index access codes alarms creating 59 deactivating 59 stopping 59 auto rejection battery charging 10 installing 8 Bluetooth activating 54 finding and pairing with devices 54 printing data 56 receiving data 55 Remote SIM mode 56 sending data 55 brightness, display calculator calendar creating events 46... - Page 87 viewing 33 fake calls file manager fixed dialling number mode FM radio listening to 42 saving stations 42 Google mail 51 map 52 search 51 image editor adjusting 61 applying effects 61 internet see web browser Index Java games downloading 43 playing 43 key tone volume 20...
- Page 88 PC connections mass storage 57 Samsung Kies 57 Windows Media Player 57 pedometer phone customising 20 indicator icons 18 keys 17 layout 15 locking 23 settings 67 turning on or off 15 phonebook creating contacts 44 creating groups 45 finding contacts 45...
- Page 89 USIM card installing 8 locking 23 video calls answering 26 making 26 videos capturing 39 playing 63 voice calls answering 26 making 26 using options 27 voice mail voice memos playing 48 recording 47 voice recorder Index wallpaper web browser adding bookmarks 50 browsing web pages 49 setting profiles 49...
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Page 90: Declaration Of Conformity (R&Tte)
(place and date of issue) (name and signature of authorised person) * It is not the address of Samsung Service Centre. For the address or the phone number of Samsung Service Centre, see the warranty card or contact the retailer where you purchased your product.
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