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This user manual has been specially

designed to guide you through the functions and

features of your mobile phone. To get started quickly,

refer to “introducing your mobile phone,”

“assembling and preparing your mobile phone,”

and “using basic functions.”

Instructional icons

Before you start, familiarise yourself with the icons

you will see in this manual:

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

Refer to

—pages with related information;

for example:

p.12 (represents “see page

12”)

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Rights to all technologies and products that

comprise this device are the property of their

respective owners:

• Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of the

Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide—Bluetooth QD ID:

B0xxxxx.

• Java™ is a trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc.

• Windows Media Player® is a registered trademark

of Microsoft Corporation.

→

Followed by

—the order of options or

menus you must select to perform a step;

for example: In Menu mode, select

Messages → Create message (represents

Messages, followed by Create message)

[]

Square brackets

—phone keys; for

example: [ ] (represents the Power/Menu

exit key)

Health and

safety

information

Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF)

Signals

Certification Information (SAR)

Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and

receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to

exceed the exposure limits for radio frequency (RF)

energy set by the Federal Communications

Commission (FCC) of the U.S. government. These

FCC exposure limits are derived from the

recommendations of two expert organizations, the

National Counsel on Radiation Protection and

Measurement (NCRP) and the Institute of Electrical

and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). In both cases, the

recommendations were developed by scientific and

engineering experts drawn from industry,

government, and academia after extensive reviews

of the scientific literature related to the biological

effects of RF energy.

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The exposure limit set by the FCC for wireless

mobile phones employs a unit of measurement

known as the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR). The

SAR is a measure of the rate of absorption of RF

energy by the human body expressed in units of

watts per kilogram (W/kg). The FCC requires

wireless phones to comply with a safety limit of 1.6

watts per kilogram (1.6 W/kg). The FCC exposure

limit incorporates a substantial margin of safety to

give additional protection to the public and to

account for any variations in measurements.

SAR tests are conducted using standard operating

positions accepted by the FCC with the phone

transmitting at its highest certified power level in all

tested frequency bands. Although the SAR is

determined at the highest certified power level, the

actual SAR level of the phone while operating can be

well below the maximum value. This is because the

phone is designed to operate at multiple power

levels so as to use only the power required to reach

the network. In general, the closer you are to a

wireless base station antenna, the lower the power

output.

Before a new model phone is available for sale to the

public, it must be tested and certified to the FCC

that it does not exceed the exposure limit

established by the FCC. Tests for each model phone

are performed in positions and locations (e.g. at the

ear and worn on the body) as required by the FCC.

The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for

this mobile phone with all reported SAR levels

evaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF

exposure guidelines. The maximum SAR values for

this model phone as reported to the FCC are:

GSM850

Head:0.193 W/kg.

Body-worn:0.368 W/kg.

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GSM1900

Head:0.756 W/kg.

Body-worn:0.654 W/kg.

Body worn operation, this model phone has been

tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines

whenused with a Samsung accessory designated

for this product or when used with an accessory that

contains no metal and that positions the handset a

minimum of 1.5 cm from the body.

Non-compliance with the above restrictions may

result in violation of FCC RF exposure guidelines.

SAR information on this and other model phones

can be viewed on-line at www.fcc.gov/oet/fccid.

This site uses the phone FCC ID number,

A3LGTS5233W Sometimes it may be necessary to

remove the battery pack to find the number. Once

you have the FCC ID number for a particular phone,

follow the instructions on the website and it should

provide values for typical or maximum SAR for a

particular phone. Additional product specific SAR

information can also be obtained at www.fcc.gov/

cgb/sar.

WLAN Body-worn:0.153 W/kg.

Health and safety information

UL Certified Travel Adapter

The Travel Adaptor for this phone has met applicable

UL safety requirements. Please adhere to the

following safety instructions per UL

guidelines.FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE

INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED MAY LEAD TO

SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND POSSIBLE

PROPERTY DAMAGEIMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS - SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS.DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK

OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY

FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.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. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

has published a series of Questions and

Answers for consumers relating to radio

frequency (RF) exposure from wireless

phones. The FDA publication includes the

following information:

What kinds of phones are the subject

of this update?

The term wireless phone refers here to hand-held

wireless phones with built-in antennas, often called

“cell,” “mobile,” or “PCS” phones. These types of

wireless phones can expose the user to measurable

radio frequency energy (RF) because of the short

distance between the phone and the user's head.

These RF exposures are limited by Federal

Communications Commission safety guidelines that

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were developed with the advice of FDA and other

federal health and safety agencies. When the phone

is located at greater distances from the user, the

exposure to RF is drastically lower because a

person's RF exposure decreases rapidly with

increasing distance from the source. The so-called

“cordless phones,” which have a base unit

connected to the telephone wiring in a house,

typically operate at far lower power levels, and thus

produce RF exposures well within the FCC's

compliance limits.

Do wireless phones pose a health

hazard?

The available scientific evidence does not show that

any health problems are associated with using

wireless phones. There is no proof, however, that

wireless phones are absolutely safe. Wireless

phones emit low levels of radio frequency energy

(RF) in the microwave range while being used. They

also emit very low levels of RF when in the stand-by

mode. Whereas high levels of RF can produce

health effects (by heating tissue), exposure to low

level RF that does not produce heating effects

causes no known adverse health effects. Many

studies of low level RF exposures have not found

any biological effects. Some studies have suggested

that some biological effects may occur, but such

findings have not been confirmed by additional

research. In some cases, other researchers have

had difficulty in reproducing those studies, or in

determining the reasons for inconsistent results.

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What is FDA's role concerning the

safety of wireless phones?

Under the law, FDA does not review the safety of

radiation-emitting consumer products such as

wireless phones before they can be sold, as it does

with new drugs or medical devices. However, the

agency has authority to take 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.

Although the existing scientific data do not justify

FDA regulatory actions, FDA has urged the wireless

phone industry to take a number of steps, including

the following:

“Support needed research into possible biological

effects of RF of the type emitted by wireless phones;

“Design wireless phones in a way that minimizes any

RF exposure to the user that is not necessary for

device function; and

“Cooperate in providing users of wireless phones

with the best possible information on possible

effects of wireless phone use on human health.

FDA belongs to an interagency working group of the

federal agencies that have responsibility for different

aspects of RF safety to ensure coordinated efforts at

the federal level. The following agencies belong to

this working group:

• “National Institute for Occupational Safety and

Health

• “Environmental Protection Agency

• “Federal Communications Commission

• “Occupational Safety and Health Administration

• “National Telecommunications and Information

Administration

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The National Institutes of Health participates in some

interagency working group activities, as well.

FDA shares regulatory responsibilities for wireless

phones with the Federal Communications

Commission (FCC). All phones that are sold in the

United States must comply with FCC safety

guidelines that limit RF exposure. FCC relies on FDA

and other health agencies for safety questions about

wireless phones.

FCC also regulates the base stations that the

wireless phone networks rely upon. While these

base stations operate at higher power than do the

wireless phones themselves, the RF exposures that

people get from these base stations are typically

thousands of times lower than those they can get

from wireless phones. Base stations are thus not the

primary subject of the safety questions discussed in

this document.

What are the results of the research

done already?

The research done thus far has produced conflicting

results, and many studies have suffered from flaws

in their research methods. Animal experiments

investigating the effects of radio frequency energy

(RF) exposures characteristic of wireless phones

have yielded conflicting results that often cannot be

repeated in other 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. Other

studies exposed the animals to RF for up to 22

hours per day. These conditions are not similar to the

conditions under which people use wireless phones,

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so we don't know with certainty what the results of

such studies mean for human health.

Three large epidemiology studies have been

published since December 2000. Between them,

the studies investigated any possible association

between the use of wireless phones and primary

brain cancer, glioma, meningioma, or acoustic

neuroma, tumors of the brain or salivary gland,

leukemia, or other cancers. None of the studies

demonstrated the existence of any harmful health

effects from wireless phones RF exposures.

However, none of the studies can answer questions

about long-term exposures, since the average

period of phone use in these studies was around

three years.

What research is needed to decide

whether RF exposure from wireless

phones poses a health risk?

A combination of laboratory studies and

epidemiological studies of people actually using

wireless phones would provide some of the data that

are needed. Lifetime animal exposure studies could

be completed in a few years. However, very large

numbers of animals would be needed to provide

reliable proof of a cancer promoting effect if one

exists. Epidemiological studies can provide data that

is directly applicable to human populations, but ten

or more years' follow-up may be needed to provide

answers about some health effects, such as cancer.

This is because the interval between the time of

exposure to a cancer-causing agent and the time

tumors develop - if they do - may be many, many

years. The interpretation of epidemiological studies is

hampered by difficulties in measuring actual RF

exposure during day-to-day use of wireless phones.

Many factors affect this measurement, such as the

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angle at which the phone is held, or which model of

phone is used.

What is FDA doing to find out more

about the possible health effects of

wireless phone RF?

FDA is working with the U.S. National Toxicology

Program and with groups of investigators around the

world to ensure that high priority animal studies are

conducted to address important questions about the

effects of exposure to radio frequency energy (RF).

FDA has been a leading participant in the World

Health Organization international 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 & Internet

Association (CTIA) have a formal Cooperative

Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) to

do research on wireless phone safety. FDA provides

the scientific oversight, obtaining input from experts

in government, industry, and academic

organizations. CTIA-funded research is conducted

through contracts to independent investigators. The

initial research will include both laboratory studies

and studies of wireless phone users. The CRADA

will also include a broad assessment of additional

research needs in the context of the latest research

developments around the world.

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What steps can I take to reduce my

exposure to radio frequency energy

from my wireless phone?

If there is a risk from these products - and at this

point we do not know that there is - it is probably

very small. But if you are concerned about avoiding

even potential risks, you can take a few simple steps

to minimize your exposure to radio frequency energy

(RF). Since time is a key factor in how much

exposure a person receives, reducing the amount of

time spent using a wireless phone will reduce RF

exposure.

• “If you must conduct extended conversations by

wireless phone every day, you could place more

distance between your body and the source of

the RF, since the exposure level drops off

dramatically with distance. For example, you

could use a headset and carry the wireless phone

away from your body or use a wireless phone

connected to a remote antenna.

Again, the scientific data do not demonstrate

that wireless phones are harmful. But if you

are concerned about the RF exposure from

these products, you can use measures like

those described above to reduce your RF

exposure from wireless phone use.

What about children using wireless

phones?

The scientific evidence does not show a danger to

users of wireless phones, including children and

teenagers. If you want to take steps to lower

exposure to radio frequency energy (RF), the

measures described above would apply to children

and teenagers using wireless phones. Reducing the

time of wireless phone use and increasing the

distance between the user and the RF source will

reduce RF exposure.

Some groups sponsored by other national

governments have advised that children be

discouraged from using wireless phones at all. For

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example, the government in the United Kingdom

distributed leaflets containing such a

recommendation in December 2000. They noted

that no evidence exists that using a wireless phone

causes brain tumors or other ill effects. 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. Hands-

free kits can be used with wireless phones for

convenience and comfort. These systems reduce

the absorption of RF energy in the head because the

phone, which is the source of the RF emissions, will

not be placed against the head. On the other hand,

if the phone is mounted against the waist or other

part of the body during use, then that part of the

body will absorb more RF energy. Wireless phones

marketed in the U.S. are required to meet safety

requirements regardless of whether they are used

against the head or against the body. Either

configuration should result in compliance with the

safety limit.

Do wireless phone accessories that

claim to shield the head from RF

radiation work?

Since there are no known risks from exposure to RF

emissions from wireless phones, there is no reason

to believe that accessories that claim to shield the

head from those emissions reduce risks. Some

products that claim to shield the user from RF

absorption use special phone cases, while others

involve nothing more than a metallic accessory

attached to the phone. Studies have shown that

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these products generally do not work as advertised.

Unlike “hand-free” kits, these so-called “shields” may

interfere with proper operation of the phone. The

phone may be forced to boost its power to

compensate, leading to an increase in RF

absorption. In February 2002, the Federal trade

Commission (FTC) charged two companies that sold

devices that claimed to protect wireless phone users

from radiation with making false and unsubstantiated

claims. According to FTC, these defendants lacked

a reasonable basis to substantiate their claim.

What about wireless phone

interference with medical equipment?

Radio frequency energy (RF) from wireless phones

can interact with some electronic devices. For this

reason, FDA helped develop a detailed test method

to measure electromagnetic interference (EMI) of

implanted cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators

from wireless telephones. This test method is now

part of a standard sponsored by the Association for

the Advancement of Medical instrumentation (AAMI).

The final draft, a joint effort by FDA, medical device

manufacturers, and many other groups, was

completed in late 2000. This standard will allow

manufacturers to ensure that cardiac pacemakers

and defibrillators are safe from wireless phone EMI.

FDA has tested wireless phones and helped

develop a voluntary standard sponsored by the

Institute of Electrical and 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.

Should harmful interference be found to occur, FDA

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will conduct testing to assess the interference and

work to resolve the problem.

Additional information on the safety of RF exposures

from various sources can be obtained from the

following organizations:

• FCC RF Safety Program:

http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/

• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA):

http://www.epa.gov/radiation/

• Occupational Safety and Health

Administration's (OSHA):

http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/

radiofrequencyradiation/index.html

• National institute for Occupational Safety

and Health (NIOSH):

http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/emfpg.html

• World health Organization (WHO):

http://www.who.int/peh-emf/

• International Commission on Non-

Ionizing Radiation Protection:

http://www.icnirp.de

• National Radiation Protection Board (UK):

http://www.nrpb.org.uk

• Updated 4/3/2002: US food and Drug

Administration

http://www.fda.gov/cellphones

Health and safety information

Road Safety

Your wireless phone gives you the powerful ability to

communicate by voice, almost anywhere, anytime.

But an important responsibility accompanies the

benefits of wireless phones, one that every user

must uphold.

When driving a car, driving is your first responsibility.

When using your wireless phone behind the wheel

of a car, practice good common sense and

remember the following tips:

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. Position your wireless phone within easy

reach. Be able to access your wireless

phone without removing your eyes from

the road. If you get an incoming call at an

inconvenient time, let your voice mail

answer it for you.

4. Let the person you are speaking with

know you are driving; if necessary,

suspend the call in heavy traffic or

hazardous weather conditions. Rain,

sleet, snow, ice and even heavy traffic

can be hazardous.

5. Do not take notes or look up phone

numbers while driving. Jotting down a “to

do” list or flipping through your address

book takes attention away from your

primary responsibility, driving safely.

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6. Dial sensibly and assess the traffic; if

possible, place calls when you are not

moving or before pulling into traffic. Try

to plan calls when your car will be

stationary. If you need to make a call

while moving, dial only a few numbers,

check the road and your mirrors, then

continue.

7. Do not engage in stressful or emotional

conversations that may be distracting.

Make people you are talking with aware

you are driving and suspend

conversations that have the potential to

divert your attention from the road.

8. Use your wireless phone to call for help.

Dial 9-1-1 or other local emergency

number in the case of fire, traffic accident

or medical emergencies. Remember, it is

a free call on your wireless phone!

9. Use your wireless phone to help others in

emergencies. If you see an auto accident,

crime in progress or other serious

emergency where lives are in danger, call

9-1-1 or other local emergency number,

as you would want others to do for you.

10. Call roadside assistance or a special non-

emergency wireless assistance number

when necessary. If you see a broken-

down vehicle posing no serious hazard, a

broken traffic signal, a minor traffic

accident where no one appears injured,

or a vehicle you know to be stolen, call

roadside assistance or other special non-

emergency number.

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“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.wow-com.com

Provided by the Cellular Telecommunications &

Internet Association

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. When connecting the

phone or any accessory to another device, read its

user's guide for detailed safety instructions. Do not

connect incompatible products.

As with other mobile radio transmitting equipment,

users are advised that for the satisfactory operation

of the equipment and for the safety of personnel, it is

recommended that the equipment should only be

used in the normal operating position (held to your

ear with the antenna pointing over your shoulder).

Using Your Phone Near Other

Electronic Devices

Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from

radio frequency (RF) signals. However, certain

electronic equipment may not be shielded against

the RF signals from your wireless phone. Consult the

manufacturer to discuss alternatives.

Pacemakers

Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a

minimum distance of 15 cm (6 inches) be

maintained between a wireless phone and a

pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the

pacemaker.

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These recommendations are consistent with the

independent research and recommendations of

Wireless Technology Research.

Persons with pacemakers:

• should always keep the phone more than

15 cm

(6 inches) from their pacemaker when

the phone is switched on.

• should not carry the phone in a breast

pocket.

• should use the ear opposite the

pacemaker to minimize potential

interference.

If you have any reason to suspect that interference is

taking place, switch your phone off immediately.

Other Medical Devices

If you use any other personal medical devices,

consult the manufacturer of your device to determine

if it is adequately shielded from external RF energy.

Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining

this information. Switch your phone off in health care

facilities when any regulations posted in these areas

instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care

facilities may be using equipment that could be

sensitive to external RF energy.

Vehicles

RF signals may affect improperly installed or

inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor

vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or its

representative regarding your vehicle. You should

also consult the manufacturer of any equipment that

has been added to your vehicle.

Posted Facilities

Switch your phone off in any facility where posted

notices require you to do so.

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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.

Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are

often but not always clearly marked. They include

below deck on boats, chemical transfer or storage

facilities, vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas

(such as propane or butane), areas where the air

contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust

or metal powders, and any other area where you

would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle

engine.

Emergency Calls

This phone, like any wireless phone, operates using

radio signals, wireless and landline networks as well

as user programmed functions, which cannot

guarantee connection in all conditions. Therefore,

you should never rely solely on any wireless phone

for essential communications (medical emergencies,

for example).

Remember, to make or receive any calls the phone

must be switched on and in a service area with

adequate signal strength. Emergency calls may not

be possible on all wireless phone networks or when

certain network services and/or phone features are

in use. Check with local service providers.

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To make an emergency call:

1. If the phone is not on, switch it on.

2. Key in the emergency number for your

present location (for example, 911 or

other official emergency number).

Emergency numbers vary by location.

3. Press .

If certain features are in use (call barring, for

example), you may first need to deactivate those

features before you can make an emergency call.

Consult this document and your local cellular service

provider.

When making an emergency call, remember to give

all the necessary information as accurately as

possible. Remember that your phone may be the

only means of communication at the scene of an

accident; do not cut off the call until given

permission to do so.

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

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) this device may not cause harmful interference,

and (2) this device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may cause

undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to

comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,

pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits

are designed to provide reasonable protection

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against harmful interference in a residential

installation.This equipment generates, uses and can

radiate radio frequency energy and,if not installed

and used in accordance with the instructions, may

cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will

not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment

does cause harmful interference to radio or television

reception, which can be determined by turning the

equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try

to correct the interference by one or more of the

following measures:

-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

-Increase the separation between the equipment

and receiver.

-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit

different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help

The phone may cause TV or radio interference if

used in close proximity to receiving equipment. The

FCC can require you to stop using the phone if such

interference cannot be eliminated.

Vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as

propane or butane) must comply with the National

Fire Protection Standard (NFPA-58). For a copy of

this standard, contact the National Fire Protection

Association, One Battery march Park, Quincy, MA

02269, Attn: Publication Sales Division.

Cautions

Changes or modifications made in the radio phone,

not expressly approved by Samsung, will void the

user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Only use approved batteries, antennas andchargers.

The use of any unauthorized accessories may be

dangerous and void the phone warranty if said

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accessories cause damage or a defect to the

phone.

Although your phone is quite sturdy, it is a complex

piece of equipment and can be broken. Avoid

dropping, hitting, bending or sitting on it.

Other Important Safety

Information

• Only qualified personnel should service

the phone or install the phone in a

vehicle. Faulty installation or service may

be dangerous and may invalidate any

warranty applicable to the device.

• Check regularly that all wireless phone

equipment in your vehicle is mounted and

operating properly.

• Do not store or carry flammable liquids,

gases or explosive materials in the same

compartment as the phone, its parts or

accessories.

• 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.

• Switch your phone off before boarding an

aircraft. The use of wireless phone in

aircraft is illegal and may be dangerous to

the aircraft's operation.

• Failure to observe these instructions may

lead to the suspension or denial of

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telephone services to the offender, or

legal action, or both.

Product Performance

Getting the Most Out of Your Signal

Reception

The quality of each call you make or receive

depends on the signal strength in your area.

Your phone informs you of the current signal

strength by displaying a number of bars next

to the signal strength icon. The more bars

displayed, the stronger the signal.

If you're inside a building, being near a

window may give you better reception.

Understanding the Power Save Feature

If your phone is unable to find a signal after

15 minutes of searching, a Power Save

feature is automatically activated. If your

phone is active, it periodically rechecks

service availability or you can check it

yourself by pressing any key.

Anytime the Power Save feature is activated,

a message displays on the screen. When a

signal is found, your phone returns to

standby mode.

Maintaining Your Phone's Peak

Performance

For the best care of your phone, only

authorized personnel should service your

phone and accessories. Faulty service may

void the warranty.

There are several simple guidelines to

operating your phone properly and

maintaining safe, satisfactory service.

Health and safety information

• Hold the phone with the antenna raised,

fully-extended and over your shoulder.

• Try not to hold, bend or twist the phone's

antenna.

• Don't use the phone if the antenna is

damaged.

• Speak directly into the phone's receiver.

• Avoid exposing your phone and

accessories to rain or liquid spills. If your

phone does get wet, immediately turn the

power off and remove the battery. If it is

inoperable, call Customer Care for

service.

Availability of Various Features/

Ring Tones

Many services and features are network

dependent and may require additional

subscription and/or usage charges. Not all

features are available for purchase or use in

all areas. Downloadable Ring Tones may be

available at an additional cost. Other

conditions and restrictions may apply. See

your service provider for additional

information.

Battery Standby and Talk Time

Standby and talk times will vary depending

on phone usage patterns and conditions.

Battery power consumption depends on

factors such as network configuration, signal

strength, operating temperature, features

selected, frequency of calls, and voice, data,

and other application usage patterns.

Battery Precautions

• Never use any charger or battery that is

damaged in any way.

Health and safety information

• Use the battery only for its intended

purpose.

• If you use the phone near the network's

base station, it uses less power; talk and

standby time are greatly affected by the

signal strength on the cellular network

and the parameters set by the network

operator.

• Battery charging time depends on the

remaining battery charge and the type of

battery and charger used. The battery

can be charged and discharged hundreds

of times, but it will gradually wear out.

When the operation time (talk time and

standby time) is noticeably shorter than

normal, it is time to buy a new battery.

• 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.

• Extreme temperatures will affect the

charging capacity of your battery: it may

require cooling or warming first.

• Do not leave the battery in hot or cold

places, such as in a car in summer or

winter conditions, as you will reduce the

capacity and lifetime of the battery.

Always try to keep the battery at room

temperature. A phone with a hot or cold

battery may temporarily not work, even

when the battery is fully charged. Li-ion

batteries are particularly affected by

temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F).

• Do not short-circuit the battery.

Accidental short- circuiting can occur

Health and safety information

when a metallic object (coin, clip or pen)

causes a direct connection between the +

and - terminals of the battery (metal

strips on the battery), for example when

you carry a spare battery in a pocket or

bag. Short-circuiting the terminals may

damage the battery or the object causing

the short-circuiting.

• 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.

Care and Maintenance

Your phone is a product of superior design

and craftsmanship and should be treated

with care. The suggestions below will help

you fulfill any warranty obligations and allow

you to enjoy this product for many years.

• Keep the phone and all its parts and

accessories out of the reach of small

children.

• Keep the phone dry. Precipitation,

humidity and liquids contain minerals that

will corrode electronic circuits.

• Do not use the phone with a wet hand.

Doing so may cause an electric shock to

you or damage to the phone.

Health and safety information

• Do not use or store the phone in dusty,

dirty areas, as its moving parts may be

damaged.

• Do not store the phone in hot areas. High

temperatures can shorten the life of

electronic devices, damage batteries, and

warp or melt certain plastics.

• 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.

• Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning

solvents or strong detergents to clean the

phone. Wipe it with a soft cloth slightly

dampened in a mild soap-and-water

solution.

• Do not paint the phone. Paint can clog the

device's moving parts and prevent proper

operation.

• Do not put the phone in or on heating

devices, such as a microwave oven, a

stove or a radiator. The phone may

explode when overheated.

• When the phone or battery gets wet, the

label indicating water damage inside the

phone changes color. In this case, phone

repairs are no longer guaranteed by the

manufacturer's warranty, even if the

warranty for your phone has not expired.

• If your phone has a flash or light, do not

use it too close to the eyes of people or

Health and safety information

animals. This may cause damage to their

eyes.

• Use only the supplied or an approved

replacement antenna. Unauthorized

antennas or modified accessories may

damage the phone and violate regulations

governing radio devices.

• If the phone, battery, charger or any

accessory is not working properly, take it

to your nearest qualified service facility.

The personnel there will assist you, and if

necessary, arrange for service.

introducing your

mobile phone

In this section, learn about your mobile phone’s

layout, keys, display, and icons.

Unpack

Check your product box for the following items:

• Mobile phone

• Battery

• Travel adapter (charger)

•User manual

The items supplied with your phone may vary

depending on the software and accessories

available in your region or offered by your

service provider. You can obtain additional

accessories from your local Samsung dealer.

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Phone layout

The front of your phone includes the following keys

and features:

The rear of your phone includes the following keys

and features:

Power/Menu

exit key

Dial key

Touch screen

Earpiece

Back key

Mouthpiece

Multifunction

jack

Volume key

You can lock the touch screen and keys to

prevent any unwanted phone operations. To

lock, press the Hold key.

Battery cover

Camear lens

Stylus slot

and pen

Camera key Internal

antenna

Hold key

Mirror

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Keys Display

Your phone’s display consists of the following areas:

Key Function

Dial

Make or answer a call; In Idle mode,

retrieve recently dialled, missed, or

received numbers

Back In Menu mode, return to the previous

level

Power/

Menu exit

Turn the phone on and off (press and

hold); End a call; In Menu mode,

return to the main menu screen or

return to Idle mode

Volume Adjust the phone’s volume

Hold Lock or unlock the touch screen and

keys

Camera

In Idle mode, turn on the camera

(press and hold); In Camera mode,

take a photo or record a video

Icon line

Displays various icons

Text and graphic area

Displays messages,

instructions, and

information you enter

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Icons

Learn about the icons that appear on your display.

Icon Definition

Signal strength

GPRS network connected

EDGE network connected

Call in progress

Memory card inserted

Alarm activated

Browsing the web

Connected to secured web page

Wi-Fi activated

Roaming (outside of normal service area)

Call diverting activated

Bluetooth activated

Bluetooth hands-free car kit or headset

connected

Synchronized with PC

New text message (SMS)

New multimedia message (MMS)

New email message

New voice mail message

Normal profile activated

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Silent profile activated

Battery power level

Current time

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assembling and

preparing your

mobile phone

Get started by assembling and setting up

your mobile phone for its first use.

Install the SIM card and battery

When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will

receive a Subscriber Identity Module, or SIM card,

with subscription details, such as your personal

identification number (PIN) and optional services.

To install the SIM card and battery,

1. Remove the battery cover.

If the phone is on, press and hold [ ] to turn

it off.

assembling and preparing your mobile phone

2. Insert the SIM card. 3. Insert the battery.

4. Replace the battery cover.

• Place the SIM card in the phone with the

gold-coloured contacts facing down.

• Without inserting a SIM card, you can use

your phone’s non-network services and

some menus.

assembling and preparing your mobile phone

Charge the battery

Before using the phone for the first time, you must

charge the battery.

1. Open the cover to the multifunction jack on the

side of the phone.

2. Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the

multifunction jack.

3. Plug the large end of the travel adapter into a

power outlet.

4. When the battery is fully charged (the icon is

no longer moving), unplug the travel adapter from

the power outlet.

5. Unplug the travel adapter from the phone.

6. Close the cover to the multifunction jack.

Improperly connecting the travel adapter can

cause serious damage to the phone. Any

damages by misuse are not covered by the

warranty.

With the triangle facing up

About the low battery indicator

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. Recharge your

battery to continue using your phone.

assembling and preparing your mobile phone

Insert a memory card (optional)

To store additional multimedia files, you must insert a

memory card. Your phone accepts microSD™

memory cards up to 8 GB (depending on memory

card manufacturer and type).

1. Remove the battery cover and battery.

2. Insert a memory card with the label side facing

down.

3. Push the memory card in the memory card slot

until it locks in place.

4. Insert the battery and replace the battery cover.

To remove the memory card, remove the battery

cover and battery, and then pull the memory card

out of the memory card slot.

using basic

functions

Learn how to perform basic operations and use the

main features of your mobile phone.

Turn your phone on and off

To turn your phone on,

1. Press and hold [ ].

2. Enter your PIN and select Confirm (if necessary).

To turn your phone off, repeat step 1 above.

Switch to the offline profile

By switching to the offline profile, you can use your

phone’s non-network services in areas where

wireless devices are prohibited, such as aeroplanes

and hospitals.

To switch to the offline profile, in Menu mode, select

Settings → Phone profiles → Offline.

Follow all posted warnings and directions from

official personnel when in areas where wireless

devices are prohibited.

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Use the touch screen

You can perform the following actions on your

phone’s touch screen:

• Tap: Touch the screen once with the stylus to

select the highlighted menu or option.

• Tap-and-hold: Tap and hold the stylus on an item

to perform.

• Drag: Tap and hold the stylus on the screen and

drag the stylus to move the scroll bar.

A special slot for storing the stylus is included on the

back of your phone.

For the optimal use of the touch screen,

remove the screen protection film before using

your phone.

• Dragging on the left side of the screen scrolls

through lists quickly and dragging on the right

side scrolls slowly.

• To avoid scratching your phone’s screen, do

not use pens, pencils, or other sharp objects

to tap or write on the touch screen.

using basic functions

Access menus

To access your phone’s menus,

1. In Idle mode, select Menu to access Menu

mode.

2. Select a menu or option.

3. Press the Back key to move up one level; Press

[ ] twice to return to Idle mode.

Use widgets

Learn to use widgets on the widget toolbar.

Open the widget toolbar

In Idle mode, select the arrow at the bottom left of

the screen to open the widget toolbar. You can

rearrange widgets on the widget toolbar or move

them to the idle screen.

Add the widgets to the idle screen

1. Open the widget toolbar.

2. Drag a widget from the widget toolbar to the idle

screen. You can position the widget anywhere

on the screen.

Change the widgets

1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Display and

light → Widget.

2. Select the widgets you want to include to the

widget toolbar and select Save.

• Some of your widgets connect to web

services. Selecting a web-based widget may

incur additional charges.

• Available widgets may vary depending on

your region or service provider.

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Use widget packages

Group your favourite widgets together as a widget

package.

To create a widget package,

1. In Idle mode, select a package box (1 to 3) at the

top right of the idle screen.

2. Move the widgets you want to include to the

package box to the idle screen.

To open the package, tap the corresponding box.

You can open only one package at one time.

Access help information

Learn to access helpful information about your

phone.

1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Display and

light → Widget.

2. Select Help → Save.

3. Press [ ] twice to return to Idle mode.

4. Open the widget toolbar.

5. Select from the widget toolbar.

6. Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape

view.

7. Select a help topic to learn about an application

or feature.

8. Scroll right or left to get more information. To

return to the previous level, select .

using basic functions

Customise your phone

Get more from your phone by customising it to

match your preferences.

Adjust the volume of the key tones

In Idle mode, press [ / ] and adjust the key tone

volume.

Adjust the vibration intensity on the

touch screen

You can adjust the intensity of the vibration when you

tap the phone screen.

1. In Idle mode, press [ / ].

2. Select Vibration and adjust the intensity of the

vibration.

Switch to or from the silent profile

In Idle mode, select Keypad, and select and hold

to silence or unsilence your phone.

Calibrate the screen

You can calibrate the screen so that your phone

recognises the input better.

1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Phone

settings → Calibration.

2. Tap the target on the screen with your stylus.

3. Select OK.

Change your ringtone

1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Phone

profiles.

2. Select next to a profile you want.

using basic functions

3. Select Voice call ringtone.

4. Select a ringtone from the list and select Save.

5. Select Save.

Select a wallpaper (Idle mode)

1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Display and

light → Wallpaper.

2. Scroll left or right to an image.

3. Select Set.

Lock your phone

1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Security.

2. Select On under Phone lock.

3. Enter a new 4- to 8-digit password and select

Confirm.

4. Enter the new password again and select

Confirm.

Use basic call functions

Learn to make or answer calls and use basic call

functions.

Make a call

1. In Idle mode, select Keypad and enter an area

code and a phone number.

2. Pap Voice call or press [ ] to dial the number.

3. To end the call, press [ ].

The first time you access a menu that requires

a password, you will be prompted to create

and confirm a password.

During a call, your phone automatically locks

the touch screen to prevent accidental inputs.

To unlock, press the Hold key.

using basic functions

Answer a call

1. When a call comes in, press [ ].

2. To end the call, press [ ].

Adjust the volume

To adjust the volume during a call, press [ / ].

Use the speakerphone feature

1. During a call, select Speaker → Yes to activate

the speaker.

2. To switch back to the earpiece, select Speaker.

Use the headset

By plugging the supplied headset into the phone,

you can make and answer calls:

• To redial the last call, press the headset button,

and then press again and hold.

• To answer a call, press the headset button.

• To end a call, press the headset button.

Send and view messages

Learn to send and view text (SMS), multimedia

(MMS), and email messages.

Send a text or multimedia message

1. In Menu mode, select Messages → Create

message → Message.

2. Select Tap to add recipient → Enter manually.

3. Enter a destination number and select Done.

In noisy environment, you may have difficulty

hearing the calls while using the speakerphone

feature. For better audio performance, use the

normal phone mode.

using basic functions

4. Select Tap to add text.

5. Enter your message text and select Done.

Enter text

For sending as a text message, skip to step 8.

For attaching multimedia, continue with step 6.

6. Select Add media and add an item.

7. Select Send to send the message.

Send an email

1. In Menu mode, select Messages → Create

message → Email.

2. Select Tap to add recipient → Enter manually.

3. Enter an email address and select Done.

4. Select Tap to add subject.

5. Enter a subject and select Done.

6. Select Tap to add text.

7. Enter your email text and select Done.

8. Select Add files → an item type and attach a file

(if necessary).

9. Select Send to send the message.

Enter text

With your phone’s touch screen, you can enter text

and create messages or notes.

Change the text input method

When you open the text input field, the virtual keypad

appears. Select the Keypad drop-down menu and

select one of the following input methods for

entering text:

•Keypad

•Handwr. full sc.

•Handwriting box 1

using basic functions

•Handwriting box 2

Enter text using the virtual keypad

1. Change the text input method to Keypad.

2. Select the appropriate virtual key to enter text.

• To change case or use numbers or symbols,

select Abc.

• To enter text in T9 mode, select T9.

You can use the following text input modes: Enter text using the handwriting full screen

1. Change the text input method to Handwr. full

sc.

2. Write each character anywhere on the screen.

To change case or use numbers or symbols,

select Abc.

You can use a wide keyboard when you rotate

the phone anti-clockwise to landscape view

when entering text.

Mode Function

ABC

Select the appropriate

virtual key

until the

character you want appears on the display.

Select

the appropriate virtual keys to enter

an entire word.

2. When the word displays correctly, select

to insert a space. If the correct

word does not display, select an alternate

word from the list that appears.

Number

Select the

appropriate virtual key

to enter a

number.

Symbol

Select the

appropriate virtual key

to enter a

symbol.

Mode Function

using basic functions

Enter text using the handwriting box1

1. Change the text input method to Handwriting

box 1.

2. Write each character in the writing area at the

bottom of the screen.

Write numbers and symbols in the ?1 column at

the bottom right of the writing area.

Enter text using the handwriting box2

1. Change the text input method to Handwriting

box 2.

2. Write each character in the writing area at the

bottom of the screen.

To change case or use numbers or symbols,

select Abc.

View text or multimedia messages

1. In Menu mode, select Messages → Inbox.

2. Select a text or multimedia message.

View an email

1. In Menu mode, select Messages → Email

inbox.

2. Select an account.

3. Select Download.

4. Select an email or a header.

5. If you selected a header, select Retrieve to view

the body of the email.

using basic functions

Add and find contacts

Learn the basics of using the phonebook feature.

Add a new contact

1. In Idle mode, select Keypad and enter a phone

number.

2. Select More → Add to Phonebook → New.

3. Select Phone or SIM.

4. Enter contact information.

5. Select Save to add the contact to memory.

Find a contact

1. In Idle mode, select Phonebook.

2. Select the search field, enter the letter of the

name you want to find, and select Done.

You can also drag to select the first letter of the

name.

3. Select the contact’s name from the search list.

Use basic camera functions

Learn the basics to capture and view photos and

videos.

Capture photos

1. In Idle mode, press the Camera key to turn on

the camera.

2. Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape

view.

Once you have found a contact, you can:

• call the contact by selecting

• edit the contact information by selecting

Edit

When you turn on the camera, the display may

appear blank due to temporary electrostatic

discharge. Try restarting the phone to solve the

problem.

using basic functions

3. Aim the lens at the subject and make any

adjustments.

• To adjust the sensitivity of camera imaging

sensor, select .

• To select the time delay, select .

• To set the exposure value, select .

4. Press the Camera key to take a photo.

The photo is saved automatically.

After capturing photos, select to view photos

quickly.

View photos

In Idle mode, select Menu → My files → Images →

My photos → a photo file.

• Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape

view. Tilt the phone to the left or right, photos will

scroll left or right automatically.

• Tap and hold the screen and drag to zoom in.

Double-tap the screen to exit the zoom screen.

Capture videos

1. In Idle mode, press the Camera key to turn on

the camera.

2. Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape

view.

3. Select to switch to Recording mode.

4. Aim the lens at the subject and make any

adjustments.

• To adjust the sensitivity of camera imaging

sensor, select .

• To select the time delay, select .

• To set the exposure value, select .

5. Press the Camera key to start recording.

using basic functions

6. Select

press the Camera key to stop

recording.

The video is saved automatically.

After capturing videos, select to view videos

quickly.

View videos

In Idle mode, select Menu → My files → Videos →

My video clips → a video file.

Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape view.

Listen to music

Learn how to listen to music via the music player or

FM radio.

Listen to the FM radio

1. Plug the supplied headset into the phone’s

multifunction jack.

2. In Menu mode, select FM radio.

3. Select Yes to start automatic tuning.

The radio scans and saves available stations

automatically.

4. Control the FM radio using the following icons:

If you want to get information about the song you

hear, select More → Find music.

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The first time you access the FM radio, you will

be prompted to start automatic tuning.

Icon Function

Set your phone to re-tune frequencies for

stations

Change the sound output

Tune a radio station; Select a saved radio

station (tap and hold)

Start the FM radio

Turn off the FM radio

using basic functions

Listen to music files

Start by transferring files to your phone or memory

card:

• Download from the wireless web.

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• Download from a PC with the optional Samsung

PC Studio.

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• Receive via Bluetooth.

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• Copy to your memory card.

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• Synchronise with Windows Media Player 11.

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After transferring music files to your phone or

memory card,

1. In Menu mode, select Music → Music player.

2. Select a music category → a music file.

3. Control playback using the following icons:

Icon Function

Pause playback

Play playback

Skip backward; Scan backward in a file

(tap and hold)

Skip forward; Scan forward in a file (tap and

hold)

Activate the 5.1 channel surround sound

system

Select an equaliser type or activate the

WOWHD sound effect

Select the repeat mode

Activate Shuffle mode

using basic functions

Browse the web

Learn to access and bookmark your favourite web

pages.

Browse web pages

1. In Menu mode, select Browser → Home to

launch your service provider’s homepage.

2. Navigate web pages using the following icons:

Bookmark your favourite web pages

1. In Menu mode, select Browser → Bookmarks.

2. Select Add.

3. Enter a page title and a web address (URL).

4. Select Save.

• You may incur additional charges for

accessing the web and downloading media.

•

The browser menu

may be labelled differently

depending on your service provider.

• Available icons may vary depending on your

region or service provider.

Icon Function

Move backward or forward on a web

page

Refresh the current web page

Return to the homepage

Zoom on a web page

Change the view mode

Open a list of saved bookmarks

Access a list of browser options

Icon Function

using advanced

functions

Learn how to perform advanced operations and use

additional features of your mobile phone.

Use advanced call functions

Learn about your phone’s additional calling

capabilities.

View and dial missed calls

Your phone will display calls you have missed on the

display. To dial the number of a missed call,

1. Select the missed call you want to dial from the

event alert widget.

2. Press [ ] to dial.

Call a recently dialled number

1. In Idle mode, press [ ] to display a list of recent

numbers.

2. Scroll to the number you want and select or

press [ ] to dial.

using advanced functions

Hold a call or retrieve a held call

Select Hold to place a call on hold or select

Retrieve to retrieve a held call.

Dial a second call

If your network supports this function, you can dial

another number during a call:

1. Select Hold to place the first call on hold.

2. Select Keypad, enter the second number to

dial, and select or press [ ].

3. Select Swap to switch between the two calls.

4. To end the call on hold, select On hold → .

5. To end the current call, press [ ].

Answer a second call

If your network supports this function, you can

answer a second incoming call:

1. Press [ ] to answer the second call.

The first call is automatically placed on hold.

2. Select Swap to switch between the calls.

Make a multiparty call (conference call)

1. Call the first party you want to add to the

multiparty call.

2. While connected to the first party, call the

second party.

The first party is automatically placed on hold.

3. When connected to the second party, select

Join.

4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to add more parties (if

necessary).

using advanced functions

5. To end the multiparty call, press [ ].

Call an international number

1. In Idle mode, select Keypad and select and hold

0 to insert the + character.

2. Enter the complete number you want to dial

(country code, area code, and phone number),

and then select Voice call or press [ ] to dial.

Call a contact from the phonebook

You can call numbers directly from the phonebook

using stored contacts.

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1. In Idle mode, select Phonebook.

2. Select the contact you want.

3. Select next to the number you want to dial →

Use advanced phonebook functions

Learn to create namecards, set speed dial numbers

and create groups of contacts.

Create a namecard

1. In Idle mode, select Phonebook → More → My

namecard.

2. Enter your personal details.

3. Select Save.

Set favourite numbers

1. In Idle mode, select Phonebook.

2. Select the Contacts drop-down menu →

Favourites.

You can send your namecard by attaching it to

a message or email or transferring it via the

Bluetooth wireless feature.

using advanced functions

3. Select Add.

4. Select a contact.

The contact is saved to the favourite number.

Create a group of contacts

By creating groups of contacts, you can assign

group names, ringtones, caller ID photos, and

vibration type to each group or send messages and

emails to an entire group. Start by creating a group:

1. In Idle mode, select Phonebook.

2. Select the Contacts drop-down menu →

Groups.

3. Select Create group.

4. Set a group name, the caller ID photo, a group

ringtone, and vibration type.

5. Select Save.

Use advanced messaging functions

Learn to create and use templates to create new

messages, and create message folder.

Create a text template

1. In Menu mode, select Messages → Templates

→ Text templates.

2. Select Create to open a new template window.

3. Select

the text input field.

4. Enter your text and select Done.

5. Select More → Save as template.

The first 5

favourite

numbers will be assigned

to the favourite contacts (

)

on the widget

toolbar.

using advanced functions

Create a multimedia template

1. In Menu mode, select Messages → Templates

→ Multimedia templates.

2. Select Create to open a new template window.

3. Create a multimedia message, with a subject

and desired attachments, to use as your

template.

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4. Select More → Save as template.

Insert text templates in new messages

1. To start a new message, in Menu mode, select

Messages → Create message → a message

type.

2. Select More → Insert → Text template → a

template.

Create a message from a multimedia

template

1. In Menu mode, select Messages → Templates

→ Multimedia templates.

2. Select the template you want.

3. Select Send.

Your template opens as a new multimedia

message.

Create a folder to manage messages

1. In Menu mode, select Messages → My folders.

2. Select Create folder.

3. Enter a new folder name and select Done.

Move messages from the Inbox to your folders to

manage them as your preferences.

using advanced functions

Use advanced camera functions

Learn how to capture photos in various modes and

customise camera settings.

Capture photos by using options preset

for various scenes

1. Press and hold the Camera key to turn on the

camera.

2. Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape

view.

3. Select → → a scene → .

Select to let the camera to detect a scene

and select proper settings for the detected

scene.

4. Make any necessary adjustments.

5. Press the Camera key to take a photo.

Capture a series of photos

1. Press and hold the Camera key to turn on the

camera.

2. Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape

view.

3. Select → .

4. Make any necessary adjustments.

5. Press and hold the Camera key to take a series

of photos.

Capture panoramic photos

1. Press and hold the Camera key to turn on the

camera.

2. Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape

view.

3. Select → .

4. Select the number of photos.

using advanced functions

5. Make any necessary adjustments.

6. Press the Camera key to take the first photo.

7. Slowly move the phone to the right. The phone

captures the next photo automatically.

8. Repeat step 8 to complete the panoramic photo.

Capture photos in Smile shot mode

1. Press and hold the camera key to turn on the

camera.

2. Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape

view.

3. Select → .

4. Press the Camera key.

5. Aim the camera lens at your subject.

6. Your phone recognises people in an image and

detects their smiles. When the subject smiles,

the phone automatically takes a photo.

Capture divided photos

1. Press and hold the Camera key to turn on the

camera.

2. Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape

view.

3. Select → .

4. Select an image layout.

5. Make any necessary adjustments.

6. Press the Camera key to take photos for each

segment.

Capture photos with decorative frames

1. Press and hold the camera key to turn on the

camera.

2. Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape

view.

3. Select → .

using advanced functions

4. Select a frame.

5. Make any necessary adjustments.

6. Press the Camera key to take a photo with the

frame.

Use camera options

Before capturing a photo, select to access the

following options:

Before capturing a video, select to access the

following options:

Customise camera settings

Select → to access the following:

Option Function

Resolution

Change the resolution option

Effects

Apply a special effect

Exposuremeter

Select a type of exposure metering

Image quality

Set the quality of your digital images

Option Function

Resolution

Change the resolution option

Effects

Apply a special effect

Video quality

Adjust the quality of your video clips

Adjust

Adjust contrast, saturation, and

sharpness

Setting Function

Guidelines

Display the guidelines

Review

Set the camera to switch to the

preview screen after capturing

photos or video clips

using advanced functions

Use advanced music functions

Learn to prepare music files, create playlists, and

store radio stations.

Copy music files via Samsung PC Studio

1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Phone

settings → PC connections → Samsung PC

studio → Save.

2. Using an optional PC data cable, connect the

multifunction jack on your phone to a PC.

3. Run Samsung PC Studio and copy files from the

PC to the phone.

Refer to the Samsung PC Studio help for more

information.

Copy music files to a memory card

1. Insert a memory card.

2. In Menu mode, select Settings → Phone

settings → PC connections → Mass storage

→ Save.

3. Press [ ] twice to return to Idle mode.

4. Using an optional PC data cable, connect the

multifunction jack on your phone to a PC.

When connected, a pop-up window will appear

on the PC.

5. Open the folder to view files.

6. Copy files from the PC to the memory card.

Shutter sound

Select a sound to accompany the

shutter action

Audio recording

Turn the audio on or off

Storage

Select a memory location to store

new images or video clips

Setting Function

using advanced functions

Synchronise your phone with Windows

Media Player

1. Insert a memory card.

2. In Menu mode, select Settings → Phone

settings → PC connections → Media player →

Save.

3. Press [ ] twice to return to Idle mode.

4. Using an optional PC data cable, connect the

multifunction jack on your phone to a PC with

Windows Media Player installed.

When connected, a pop-up window will appear

on the PC.

5. Open Windows Media Player to synchronise

music files.

6. Edit or enter your phone’s name in the pop-up

window (if necessary).

7. Select and drag the music files you want to the

sync list.

8. Start synchronisation.

Create a playlist

1. In Menu mode, select Music → Music player →

Playlists.

2. Select Create.

3. Select the text input field.

4. Enter a title for your new playlist and select

Done.

5. To assign an image to the playlist, select Tap to

edit and select an image or capture a new

photo.

6. Select Save.

7. Select the new playlist.

8. Select Add → Tracks.

9. Select the files you want to include and select

Add.

using advanced functions

Customise your music player settings

1. In Menu mode, select Music → Music player.

2. Select Settings.

3. Adjust the settings to customise your music

player.

4. Select Save.

Store radio stations automatically

1. In Menu mode, select FM radio.

2. Select More → Self-tuning.

3. Select Yes to confirm (if necessary).

The radio scans and saves available stations

automatically.

Find information of music

Learn to access an online music service and get

information about the songs you hear while on the

move.

1. In Menu mode, select Music → Find music.

2. Select Find music to connect to the server.

3. When your phone is successfully registered,

select to record a part of music you want to

find.

Option Function

Background

playing

Set whether to play music in the

background when you end the

music player

Music menu

Select music categories to display in

the music library screen

Some service providers may not support this

service and the database may not have

information for all songs.

using tools and

applications

Learn how to work with your mobile phone’s tools

and additional applications.

Use the Bluetooth wireless feature

Learn about your phone’s ability to connect to other

wireless devices for exchanging data and using

hands-free features.

Turn on the Bluetooth wireless feature

1. In Menu mode, select Applications →

Bluetooth.

2. Select the circle in the centre to turn on the

Bluetooth wireless feature.

To allow other devices to locate your phone,

select

Settings →

On under My phone’s

visibility → Save

If you selected Custom, set duration that your

phone is visible.

4. Select Save.

using tools and applications

Find and pair with other Bluetooth-

enabled devices

1. In Menu mode, select Applications →

Bluetooth → Search.

2. Select and drag a device icon into the centre.

3. Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or

the other device’s Bluetooth PIN, if it has one,

and select Done.

When the owner of the other device enters the

same PIN or accepts the connection, pairing is

complete.

Send data using the Bluetooth wireless

feature

1. Select the file or item from one of your phone’s

applications that you want to send.

2. Select Send via or Send URL via → Bluetooth.

Receive data using the Bluetooth

wireless feature

1. Enter the PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature

and select OK (if necessary).

2. Select Yes to confirm that you are willing to

receive data from the device (if necessary).

Use Remote SIM mode

In Remote SIM mode, you can make or answer calls

only with a connected Bluetooth hands-free car kit

via the SIM card on your phone.

To activate Remote SIM mode,

1. In Menu mode, select Applications →

Bluetooth → Settings.

2. Select On under Remote SIM mode.

You may not need to enter a PIN depending on

the device.

using tools and applications

3. Select Save.

To use Remote SIM mode, start the Bluetooth

connection from a Bluetooth hands-free car kit.

Activate and send an SOS message

When you have an emergency, you can send an

SOS message asking for help.

1. In Menu mode, select Messages → SOS

messages → Sending options.

2. Select On to turn on the SOS messaging

feature.

3. Select the recipient field to open the recipient list.

4. Select Contacts to open your contact list.

5. Select the contacts you want and select Add.

6. Select a phone number (if necessary).

7. Select OK to save the recipients.

8. Select the Once drop-down menu and set the

number of times to repeat the SOS message.

9. Select Save → Yes.

To send an SOS message, the touch screen and

keys must be locked. Press [ / ] four times.

The Bluetooth hands-free car kit must be

authorised. To authorise, select the device and

select

Authorise device

This feature may be unavailable depending on

your region or service provider. Once you send an SOS message, all phone

functions will be suspended until you press the

Hold key.

using tools and applications

Activate the mobile tracker

When someone inserts a new SIM card in your

phone, the mobile tracker feature will automatically

send the contact number to two recipients to help

you locate and recover your phone. To activate the

mobile tracker,

1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Security →

Mobile tracker.

2. Enter your password and select Confirm.

3. Select On to turn on the mobile tracker.

4. Select the recipient field to open the recipient list.

5. Select the recipient input field.

6. Enter a phone number and select Done.

7. Select OK to save the recipients.

8. Select the sender input field.

9. Enter the sender’s name and select Done.

10.Select Save → Accept.

Make fake calls

You can simulate fake incoming calls when you want

to get out of meetings or unwanted conversations.

You can also make it appear as if you are talking on

the phone by playing back a recorded voice.

Record a voice

1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Application

settings → Fake call.

2. Select On under Fake call.

3. Select Voice recorder.

4. Select to start recording.

5. Speak into the microphone.

using tools and applications

6. When you are finished speaking, select .

7. Select Set to set the recording as a response for

the fake call.

8. Select Save.

Make a fake call

To make a fake call, press and hold [ ] in Idle

mode.

Record and play voice memos

Learn to operate your phone’s voice recorder.

Record a voice memo

1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Voice

recorder.

2. Select to start recording.

3. Speak your memo into the microphone.

4. When you are finished speaking, select .

Your memo is saved automatically.

Play a voice memo

1. In Menu mode, select My files → Sounds →

Voice clips.

2. Select a file.

3. Control the playback using the following icons:

Icon Function

Pause playback

Play or resume playback

Scan backward in a file

Scan forward in a file

using tools and applications

Edit images

Learn to edit images and apply fun effects.

Apply effects to images

1. In Menu mode, select My files → Images → My

photos → a photo file.

2. Select .

3. Select Edit → Effects → an effect option (filter,

style, warp, or partial blur).

4. Select a variation of the effect to apply and select

Done.

To apply a blur effect to a specific area of an

image, move or resize the rectangle and select

Blur → Done.

5. When you are finished with applying effects,

select Files → Save as.

6. Select a memory location (if necessary).

7. Enter a new file name for the image and select

Done.

Adjust an image

1. Open an image to be edited. Refer to steps 1-2

of “Apply effects to images”.

2. Select Edit → Adjust → an adjustment option

(brightness, contrast, or colour).

To adjust the image automatically, select Auto

level.

3. Adjust the image as desired and select Done.

4. Save the edited image with a new file name.

Refer to steps 5-7 of “Apply effects to images”.

using tools and applications

Transform an image

1. Open an image to be edited. Refer to steps 1-2

of “Apply effects to images”.

2. Select Edit → Transform → Resize, Rotate, or

Flip.

3. Rotate or flip the image as desired and select

Done.

To resize the image, select a size and select

Save → Done.

4. Save the edited image with a new file name.

Refer to steps 5-7 of “Apply effects to images”.

Crop an image

1. Open an image to be edited. Refer to steps 1-2

of “Apply effects to images”.

2. Select Edit → Crop.

3. Draw the rectangle over the area you want to

crop and select Crop → Done.

4. Save the edited image with a new file name.

Refer to steps 5-7 of “Apply effects to images”.

Insert a visual feature

1. Open an image to be edited. Refer to steps 1-2

of “Apply effects to images”.

2. Select Edit → Insert → a visual feature (frame,

image, clip art, emoticon, or text).

3. Select a visual feature or enter text and select

Done.

4. Move or resize the visual feature and select

Done.

5. Save the edited image with a new file name.

Refer to steps 5-7 of “Apply effects to images”.

using tools and applications

Add a memo by handwriting

1. Open an image to be edited. Refer to steps 1-2

of “Apply effects to images”.

2. Select Edit → Memo on screen.

3. Select a colour and write a memo on the screen

and select Done.

4. Save the edited image with a new file name.

Refer to steps 5-7 of “Apply effects to images”.

Print images

Learn to print your image with a USB connection or

the Bluetooth wireless feature.

To print an image using a USB connection,

1. Connect the multifunction jack on your phone to

a compatible printer.

2. Open an image or capture a new photo.

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3. Select More → Print via → USB.

4. Set print options and print the image.

To print an image using the Bluetooth wireless

feature,

1. Open an image or capture a new photo.

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2. Select More → Print via → Bluetooth.

3. Select a Bluetooth-enabled printer and pair with

the printer.

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4. Set print options and print the image.

Upload photos and videos to the

web

Learn to post your photos and videos to photo

sharing websites and blogs.

Share pix may be unavailable depending on

your region or service provider.

using tools and applications

Set your favourite destination list

1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Share

pix.

2. Select Yes to set your favourite destination list (if

necessary).

3. Select Accept to confirm that you agree to the

general disclaimer.

4. Select the destinations you want to add and

select Save.

If you selected Update blog lists, new

destination sites are added to the list

automatically.

Upload a file

To upload photos and videos, you must have

accounts of photo sharing websites and blogs.

1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Share

pix.

2. Select a destination you want to post to.

3. Enter the user ID and password of the

destination.

4. Select Tap to add and select a media file.

5. Enter the post details and select Upload.

The first time you access

Share pix

, you will be

prompted to confirm.

To edit the favourite destination list or update

the lists, from the Share pix screen, select

Settings

→

Preferred lists

→

Add lists

You can also upload media files from

Camera

or My files, by selecting or More →

Upload to web.

using tools and applications

Use Java-powered games and

applications

Learn to use games and applications powered by

award-winning Java technology.

Download games or applications

1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Games

and more → More games.

Your phone connects to the website preset by

your service provider.

2. Search for a game or application and download it

to the phone.

Play games

1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Games

and more.

2. Select a game from the list and follow the

onscreen instructions.

Launch applications

1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Games

and more → an application.

2. Select More to access a list of various options

and settings for your application.

The download of java files may not be

supported depending on the software of the

phone.

Available games may vary depending on your

service provider or region. Game controls and

options may vary.

using tools and applications

Synchronise data

Learn to synchronise contacts, calendar events,

tasks, and memos with the web server you have

specified.

Create a synchronisation profile

1. In Menu mode, select Applications →

Synchronise.

2. Select Add and specify profile parameters.

3. When you are finished, select Save.

Start synchronisation

1. In Menu mode, select Applications →

Synchronise.

2. Select a synchronisation profile.

3. Select Continue to start synchronisation with the

web server you have specified.

Use RSS reader

Learn to use RSS reader to get the latest news and

information from your favourite websites.

Add an RSS feed address

1. In Menu mode, select Applications → RSS

reader.

2. Select Add.

3. Select the URL input field.

4. Enter the address of an RSS feed and select

OK.

Read RSS feeds

1. In Menu mode, select Applications → RSS

reader.

2. Select Update to get the latest contents.

using tools and applications

3. Select a feed category → an updated feed.

Create and view world clocks

Learn to view the time in another region and set

world clocks to appear on your display.

Create a world clock

1. In Menu mode, select Organiser → World

clock.

2. Select Add.

3. Select a time zone.

4. To set daylight saving time, select .

5. Select OK to create your world clock.

The world clock is set as the second clock.

6. Select Add to add more world clocks (step 3).

Add a world clock to your display

With the dual clock widget, you can view clocks with

two different time zones on your display.

After you have created a world clock,

1. In Menu mode, select Organiser → World

clock.

2. Select Set as 2nd clock.

3. Select the world clock you want to add.

4. Select Set.

The auto update feature sets the phone to

automatically update the RSS feeds at the

specified interval. You can activate the auto

update feature by selecting

RSS reader

→

More → Settings → Preferences

using tools and applications

Set and use alarms

Learn to set and control alarms for important events.

Set a new alarm

1. In Menu mode, select Alarms.

2. Select Create alarm.

3. Set alarm details.

4. Select Save.

Stop an alarm

When the alarm sounds,

• Drag the slider to Stop to stop an alarm without

snooze.

• Drag the slider to Stop to stop an alarm with

snooze or drag the slider to Snooze to silence the

alarm for the snooze period.

Deactivate an alarm

1. In Menu mode, select Alarms.

2. Select Off next to the alarm you want to

deactivate.

Use the calculator

1. In Menu mode, select Organiser → Calculator.

2. Use the keys that correspond to the calculator

display to perform basic mathematical

operations.

The auto power-up feature sets the phone to

automatically turn on and sound the alarm at

the designated time if the phone is turned off.

using tools and applications

Convert currencies or

measurements

1. In Menu mode, select Organiser → Convertor

→ a conversion type.

2. Enter the currencies or measurements and units

in the appropriate fields.

Set a countdown timer

1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Timer.

2. Enter hours or minutes to count down.

3. Select Start to begin the countdown.

4. When the timer expires, drag the slider to Stop

to stop the alerts.

Use the stopwatch

1. In Menu mode, select Applications →

Stopwatch.

2. Select Start to begin the stopwatch.

3. Select Lap to record lap times.

4. When you are finished, select Stop.

5. Select Reset to clear recorded times.

Create a new task

1. In Menu mode, select Organiser → Task.

2. Select Create task.

3. Enter the details of the task.

4. Select Save.

using tools and applications

Create a text memo

1. In Idle mode, select Menu → Organiser →

Memo.

2. Select Create memo.

3. Enter your memo text and select Done.

Manage your calendar

Learn to change the calendar view and create

events.

Change the calendar view

1. In Menu mode, select Organiser → Calendar.

2. Select More → View by day or View by week.

Create an event

1. In Menu mode, select Organiser → Calendar.

2. Select Create schedule.

3. Enter the details of the event as required.

4. Select Save.

View events

To view events of a specific date,

1. In Menu mode, select Organiser → Calendar.

2. Select a date on the calendar.

3. Select an event to view its details.

To view events by event types,

1. In Menu mode, select Organiser → Calendar.

2. Select Event list → an event type.

3. Select an event to view its details.

troubleshooting

If you are having trouble with your mobile phone, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a service

professional.

While using your phone, the following messages

may appear:

Message Try this to solve the problem:

Insert SIM

card to

access

network

services

Ensure that the SIM card is installed

correctly.

Phone lock

When the phone lock feature is

enabled, you must enter the

password you set for the phone.

PIN code

When using the phone for the first

time or when the PIN requirement is

enabled, you must enter the PIN

supplied with the SIM card. You can

disable this feature by using the

lock

menu.

Enter PIN2

When you access a menu requiring

PIN2, you must enter the PIN2

supplied by the SIM card. For

details, contact your service

provider.

Message Try this to solve the problem:

troubleshooting

Your phone displays “Service unavailable” or

“Network error.”

• When you are in areas with weak signals or poor

reception, you may lose reception. Move to

another area and try again.

• You cannot access some options without a

subscription. Contact your service provider for

more details.

You enter a number, but the call is not dialled.

• Ensure that you have pressed the Dial key: [ ].

• Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular

network.

• Ensure that you have not set call barring for the

phone number.

Another caller cannot reach you.

• Ensure that your phone is turned on.

• Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular

network.

• Ensure that you have not set call barring for the

phone number.

Another caller cannot hear you speaking.

• 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.

PUK code

Your SIM card is blocked, usually as

a result of entering your PIN

incorrectly several times. You must

enter the PUK supplied by your

service provider.

Message Try this to solve the problem:

troubleshooting

The phone beeps and the battery icon flashes.

Your battery is low. Recharge or replace the battery to

continue using the phone.

The audio quality of the call is poor.

• Ensure that you are not blocking the phone’s

internal antenna.

• When you are in areas with weak signals or poor

reception, you may lose reception. Move to

another area and try again.

You select a contact to call, but the call is not

dialled.

• Ensure that the correct number is stored in the

contact list.

• Re-enter and save the number, if necessary.

The battery does not charge properly or

sometimes the phone turns itself off.

• The battery terminals may be dirty. Wipe both

gold-coloured contacts with a clean, soft cloth

and try charging the battery again.

• If the battery will no longer charge completely,

dispose of the old battery properly and replace it

with a new battery.

Your phone is hot to the touch.

When you use several applications at once, your

phone requires more power and may heat up.

This is normal and should not affect your phone’s

lifespan or performance.

Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone depending on the software of the phone or your

service provider.

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