Samsung Electronics Co SCHF309 Cellular CDMA Phone with Bluetooth User Manual F309

Samsung Electronics Co Ltd Cellular CDMA Phone with Bluetooth F309

Users Manual

Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone depending on the software of your phone or your service provider.World Wide Webhttp://www.samsungmobile.comPrinted in KoreaCode No.:GH68-xxxxAEnglish. 07/2008. Rev. 1.0
SCH-F309user manualDraft 01
ii using thismanualThis user manual has been specially designed toguide you through the functions and features of yourmobile phone. To get started quickly,refer to “introducing your mobile phone,”“assembling and preparing your mobile phone,”and “using basic functions.”Instructional iconsBefore you start, familiarize yourself with the icons you will see in this manual: Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or othersCaution—situations that could cause damage to your phone or other equipmentNote—notes, usage tips, or additional information XRefer to—pages with related information; for example: X p.12 (represents “see page 12”)
using this manualiiiCopyright informationRights 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.→Followed by—the order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; for example: Press <Menu> → Messages → Text message → New message (represents Menu, followed by Messages, followed by New message)[ ]Square brackets—phone keys; for example: [ ] (represents the Power/Menu exit key)< >Angled brackets—softkeys that control different functions at each screen; for example: <Menu> (represents the Menu softkey)Licensed by QUALCOMM Incorporated under one or more of the following Patents. U.S Patent No. 4,901,307 5,056,109 5,099,204 5,101,501 5,103,459 5,107,225 5,109,390
ivcontentssafety and usage information 2Safety warnings .......................................... 2Safety precautions ...................................... 4Important usage information ....................... 7introducing your mobile phone 9Unpack ....................................................... 9Phone layout ............................................. 10Keys ......................................................... 11Display ...................................................... 12Icons ......................................................... 12assembling and preparing your mobile phone 14Install the battery ....................................... 14Charge the battery .................................... 16Insert a memory card (optional) ................. 17using basic functions 18Turn your phone on and off ....................... 18
contentsvAccess menus .......................................... 19Customise your phone .............................. 19Use basic call functions ............................ 20Send and view messages ......................... 21Add and find contacts ............................... 23Use basic camera functions ...................... 24Listen to music ......................................... 25Browse the web ........................................ 26using advanced functions 27Use advanced call functions ..................... 27Use advanced Contacts functions ............ 29Use advanced messaging functions ..........30Use advanced music functions ................. 30using tools and applications 32Use the Bluetooth wireless feature ............ 32Activate and send an SOS message ......... 33Record and play voice memos .................. 34Use the voice answering feature ............... 34Edit images ............................................... 35Play a game .............................................. 38View world clocks ..................................... 38Set and use alarms ................................... 39Use the calculator ..................................... 39Set a countdown timer ............................. 40Use the stopwatch .................................... 40Create a new task ..................................... 40Create a text memo .................................. 40Manage your calendar .............................. 41troubleshooting a
2safety andusageinformation Comply with the following precautions to avoiddangerous or illegal situations and ensure peakperformance of your mobile phone.Keep your phone away from small children and petsKeep your phone and all accessories out of the reach of small children or animals. Small parts may cause choking or serious injury if swallowed.Protect your hearingSafety warningsListening to a headset at high volumes can damage your hearing. Use only the minimum volume setting necessary to hear your conversation or music.
safety and usage information3Install mobile phones and equipment with cautionEnsure that any mobile phones or related equipment installed in your vehicle are securely mounted. Avoid placing your phone and accessories near or in an air bag deployment area. Improperly installed wireless equipment can cause serious injury when air bags inflate rapidly.Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care• Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers specifically designed for your phone. Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries or damage to your phone.• Never dispose of batteries in a fire. Follow all local regulations when disposing used batteries.• Never place batteries or phones on or in heating devices, such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may explode when overheated.• Never crush or puncture the battery. Avoid exposing the battery to high external pressure, which can lead to an internal short circuit and overheating.Avoid interference with pacemakersMaintain a minimum of 15 cm (6 inches) between mobile phones and pacemakers to avoid potential interference, as recommended by manufacturers and the independent research group, Wireless Technology Research. If you have any reason to suspect that your phone is interfering with a pacemaker or other medical device, turn off the phone immediately and contact the manufacturer of the pacemaker or medical device for guidance.
4safety and usage informationTurn off the phone in potentially explosive environmentsDo not use your phone at refuelling points (service stations) or near fuels or chemicals. Turn off your phone whenever directed by warning signs or instructions. Your phone could cause explosions or fire in and around fuel or chemical storage and transfer areas or blasting areas. Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the same compartment as the phone, its parts, or accessories.Reduce the risk of repetitive motion injuriesWhen sending text messages or playing games on your phone, hold the phone with a relaxed grip, press the buttons lightly, use special features that reduce the number of buttons you have to press (such as templates and predictive text), and take frequent breaks.Drive safely at all timesAvoid using your phone while driving and obey all regulations that restrict the use of mobile phones while driving. Use hands-free accessories to increase your safety when possible.Follow all safety warnings and regulationsComply with any regulations that restrict the use of a mobile phone in a certain area.Use only Samsung-approved accessoriesUsing incompatible accessories may damage your phone or cause injury.Safety precautions
safety and usage information5Turn off the phone near medical equipmentYour phone can interfere with medical equipment in hospitals or health care facilities. Follow all regulations, posted warnings, and directions from medical personnel.Turn off the phone or disable the wireless functions when in an aircraftYour phone can cause interference with aircraft equipment. Follow all airline regulations and turn off your phone or switch to a mode that disables the wireless functions when directed by airline personnel.Protect batteries and chargers from damage• Avoid exposing batteries to very cold or very hot temperatures (below 0° C/32° F or above 45° C/113° F). Extreme temperatures can reduce the charging capacity and life of your batteries.• Prevent batteries from contacting metal objects, as this can create a connection between the + and - terminals of your batteries and lead to temporary or permanent battery damage.• Never use a damaged charger or battery.Handle your phone carefully and sensibly• Do not allow your phone to get wet—liquids can cause serious damage. Do not handle your phone with wet hands. Water damage to your phone can void your manufacturer’s warranty.
6safety and usage information• Avoid using or storing your phone in dusty, dirty areas to prevent damage to moving parts.• Your phone is a complex electronic device—protect it from impacts and rough handling to avoid serious damage.• Do not paint your phone, as paint can clog moving parts and prevent proper operation.• Avoid using the phone’s camera flash or light close to the eyes of children or animals.• Your phone and memory cards may be damaged by exposure to magnetic fields. Do not use carrying cases or accessories with magnetic closures or allow your phone to come in contact with magnetic fields for extended periods of time.Avoid interference with other electronic devicesYour phone emits radio frequency (RF) signals that may interfere with unshielded or improperly shielded electronic equipment, such as pacemakers, hearing aids, medical devices, and other electronic devices in homes or vehicles. Consult the manufacturers of your electronic devices to solve any interference problems you experience.
safety and usage information7Use your phone in the normal positionAvoid contact with your phone’s internal antenna.Allow only qualified personnel to service your phoneAllowing unqualified personnel to service your phone may result in damage to your phone and will void your warranty.Ensure maximum battery and charger life• Avoid charging batteries for more than a week, as overcharging may shorten battery life.• Over time, unused batteries will discharge and must be recharged before use.• Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use.• Use batteries only for their intended purpose.Handle UIM cards and memory cards with care• Do not remove a card while the phone is transferring or accessing information, as this could result in loss of data and/or damage to the card or phone.• Protect cards from strong shocks, static electricity, and electrical noise from other devices.• Frequent writing and erasing will shorten the life span of memory cards.• Do not touch gold-coloured contacts or terminals with your fingers or metal objects. If dirty, wipe the card with a soft cloth.Important usage information
8safety and usage informationEnsure access to emergency servicesEmergency calls from your phone may not be possible in some areas or circumstances. Before travelling in remote or undeveloped areas, plan an alternate method of contacting emergency services personnel.Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) certification informationYour phone conforms to U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) standards that limit human exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy emitted by radio and telecommunications equipment. These standards prevent the sale of mobile phones that exceed a maximum exposure level (known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR) of 1.6 watts per kilogram of body tissue.In normal use, the actual SAR is likely to be much lower, as the phone has been designed to emit only the RF energy necessary to transmit a signal to the nearest base station. By automatically emitting lower levels when possible, your phone reduces your overall exposure to RF energy.The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorisation for this model phone based on the compliance of all reported SAR levels with the FCC RF exposure guidelines. The authorization can be found on the FCC Office of Engineering and Technology website at http://www.fcc.gov/oet/ea.
9introducing your mobile phoneintroducing yourmobile phone In this section, learn about your mobile phone’slayout, keys, display, and icons.UnpackCheck your product box for the following items:• Mobile phone• Battery• Travel adapter (charger)•User manualThe 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.
10introducing your mobile phonePhone layoutThe front of your phone includes the following keys and features:The rear of your phone includes the following keys and features:EarpieceRight softkeyPower/Menu exit keyMouthpieceLeft softkeyDial key4-waynavigation keyDisplayHutch menu access/Confirm keyDelete/Cancel keyAlphanumerickeysMemory cardslotSpecial function keysVolume keyCamera keyYou can lock the keys to prevent any unwanted phone operations. To lock, press and hold [ ]. To unlock these keys, press <Unlock> → [].Multifunction jackBattery coverCamera lens
introducing your mobile phone11KeysKey FunctionCameraIn Idle mode, access Camera; Turn on the camera (press and hold); In Camera mode, take a photo or record a video; During a call, record a call conversation (press and hold)Softkeys Perform actions indicated at the bottom of the display4-way navigationIn Idle mode, access default menus: left to Text message, right to Calendar, up to MP3, or down to FM radio; Press and hole the navigation key up to activate SSR (Simple Smart Ringtone) mode; In Menu mode, scroll through menu optionsHutch menu access/ConfirmIn Idle mode, access Hutch menus; In Menu mode, select the highlighted menu option or confirm an inputDialMake or answer a call; In Idle mode, retrieve recently dialled, missed, or received numbersPower/Menu exitTurn the phone on and off (press and hold); End a call; In Menu mode, cancel input and return to Idle modeDelete/CancelDelete characters; In Menu mode, return to the previous levelAlpha-numericEnter numbers, letters and special charactersKey Function
12introducing your mobile phoneDisplayYour phone’s display consists of three areas:IconsLearn about the icons that appear on your display.Special functionEnter special characters or perform special functions; In Idle mode, press and hold [ ] for Silent mode; Press and hold [ ] to lock the keysVolume Adjust the phone’s volumeKey FunctionIcon DefinitionSignal strengthRoaming (outside of normal service area)Icon lineDisplays various iconsText and graphic areaDisplays messages, instructions, and information you enterSoftkey lineDisplays the current actions assigned to each softkeyMenu Find
introducing your mobile phone13Call in progressNo service available or phone in Flight modePhone lockedSOS message feature activatedRestriction activatedTransferring data via 1X networkTransferring data at high rateBluetooth activatedNew text message (SMS)New urgent message New voice mail messageNew push messageAlarm activatedIcon DefinitionMemory card insertedFM radio onConnected to secured web pageRinger mode: ringer onlyRinger mode: silentRinger mode: vibrationRinger mode: vib. & ringerRinger mode: vib. then ringerRinger mode: ringer then vib.Silent mode activatedVoice answering feature activatedBattery power levelCurrent timeIcon Definition
14assembling andpreparing yourmobile phone Get started by assembling and setting upyour mobile phone for its first use.Install the battery1. Remove the battery cover.If the phone is on, press and hold [ ] to turn it off.
assembling and preparing your mobile phone152. Insert the UIM card. 3. Insert the battery.4. Replace the battery cover.Place the card in the phone with the gold-coloured contacts facing down.
16assembling and preparing your mobile phoneCharge the batteryBefore using the phone for the first time, you must charge the battery.1. Open the cover to the multifunction jack and plug the small end of the travel adapter.2. Plug the large end of the travel adapter into a power outlet.3. When the battery is fully charged (the icon is no longer moving), unplug the travel adapter from the power outlet.4. Unplug the travel adapter from the phone.5. 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.About the low battery indicatorWhen 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 phone17Insert a memory card (optional)To store additional multimedia files, you must insert a memory card. Your phone accepts microSD™ memory cards up to XX GB (depending on memory card manufacturer and type).1. Open the cover to the memory card slot on the side of the phone.2. Insert a memory card with the label side facing up.3. Push the memory card in the memory card slot until it locks in place.
18using basicfunctions Learn how to perform basic operations and use themain features of your mobile phone.Turn your phone on and offTo turn your phone on, press and hold [ ].To turn your phone off, press and hold [ ].Switch to Flight modeBy switching to Flight mode, you can use your phone’s non-network services in areas where wireless devices are prohibited, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.To switc h to Flight mode, press <Menu> → Calls → Call settings → Flight mode → On.Follow all posted warnings and directions from official personnel when in areas where wireless devices are prohibited.
19using basic functionsAccess menusTo access your phone’s menus,1. Press a softkey for the menu you want.2. Use the navigation key to scroll to a menu or option.3. Press [ ] to confirm the highlighted option.4. Press [C] to move up one level; Press [ ] to return to Idle mode.Customise your phoneGet more from your phone by customising it to match your preferences.Adjust the volume of the key tonesIn Idle mode, press the Volume key up or down to adjust the key tone volume.Select a key toneIn Idle mode, press <Menu> → Sounds → Key tone → a key tone.Switch to or from Silent modeIn Idle mode, press and hold [ ] to silence or unsilence your phone.Change your ringtone1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Sounds → Ringer.2. Scroll down, and select a ringtone category → a ringtone.Activate SSR modeIn Idle mode, press and hold the navigation key up. Your phone will alert you to incoming calls by vibrating itself and ringing at the highest volume in noisy places.
20using basic functionsSelect a wallpaper (Idle mode)1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Display → Screen saver → Image.2. Select an image category → an image.Lock your phone1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Settings → Security.2. Enter a new 4- to 8-digit password and press []. 3. Enter the new password again and press [ ].4. Select Lock mode → Once or On.Use basic call functionsLearn to make or answer calls and use basic call functions.Make a call1. In Idle mode, enter an area code and a phone number.2. Press [ ] to dial the number.3. To end the call, press [ ].Answer a call1. When a call comes in, press [ ].2. To end the call, press [ ].Adjust the volumeTo adjust the volume during a call, press the Volume key up or down.
21using basic functionsRecord a call conversation1. During a call, press and hold [ ] to start recording.2. When you are finished, press [ ] to save.Use the headset By plugging the supplied headset into the multifunction jack, you can make and answer calls:• To redial the last call, press and hold the headset button.• To answer a call, press the headset button.• To end a call, press the headset button.Send and view messagesLearn to send and view text (SMS) and multimedia (MMS) messages.Send a text message1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Messages → Text message → New message.2. Enter your message text and press [ ]. X Enter text3. Press [ ].4. Enter a destination number.5. Press [ ] to send the message.Send a multimedia message1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Messages → Multimedia message → New message.2. Press <Edit>.3. Enter a subject and press [ ].4. Scroll down to Message and press <Edit>.5. Enter your message text and press [ ].
22using basic functions6. Scroll down to Picture.7. Press <Options> and select an image.8. Scroll down to Sound.9. Press <Options> and select a sound.10. Press [ ].11. Enter a destination number or an email address and press [ ].12. Press [ ] to send the message.Enter text• When entering text, press the right softkey and select a text input mode. You can also press [ ] to change the text input mode.• Press [ ] to switch to Symbol mode. • Press [ ] to change case in T9 word or ABC modes.Enter text in one of the following modes:Mode FunctionMatrix1. Press the appropriate alphanumeric key. A pop-up window appears showing the characters assigned to the key.2. Press the appropriate key to select a character.Thai T9 or T9 word1. Press the appropriate alphanumeric keys to enter an entire word.2. When the word displays correctly, press [ ] to insert a space. If the correct word does not display, press [0] to select an alternate word.Thai MT or ABCPress the appropriate alphanumeric key until the character you want appears on the display.
23using basic functionsView text or multimedia messages1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Messages → Text message or Multimedia message → Inbox.2. Select a text or multimedia message.Add and find contactsLearn the basics of using the Contacts feature.Add a new contact1. In Idle mode, enter a phone number and press [].2. Select New entry.3. Press <Edit>, and enter the contact’s name and press [ ].4. To save the contact to the phone memory, scroll right and select a number type.5. Enter contact information.6. Press [ ] to add the contact to memory.Find a contact1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Contacts → Find.You can also press <Find> in Idle mode.2. Enter the first few letters of the name you want to find.3. Select the contact’s name from the search list.NumberPress the appropriate alphanumeric key to enter a number.SymbolPress the appropriate alphanumeric key to select a symbol.Mode Function
24using basic functionsUse basic camera functionsLearn the basics to capture and view photos and videos.Capture photos1. In Idle mode, press and hold [ ] → Capture.The phone turns on the camera automatically.2. Aim the lens at the subject and make any adjustments.3. Press [ ] to take a photo. 4. Press <Save> to save the photo.View photosIn Idle mode, press [ ] → My album → Gallery → a photo file. Capture videos1. In Idle mode, press and hold [ ] → Capture.The phone turns on the camera automatically.2. Press [1] → Video cam to switch to Recording mode.3. Aim the lens at the subject and make any adjustments.4. Press < > to start recording.5. When you are finished recording, < >. 6. Press <Save> to save the video.View videosIn Idle mode, press [ ] → My album → Gallery → a video file. Once you have found a contact, you can:• call the contact by pressing [ ] • edit the contact’s information by pressing []
25using basic functionsListen to musicLearn how to listen to music via the music player or FM radio.Listen to the FM radio1. Plug the supplied headset into the phone’s multifunction jack.2. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Entertainment → FM radio.3. Press <On> to start the radio.4. Scroll left or right to select a radio station.5. To turn off the FM radio, press <Off>.Listen to music filesStart by transferring files to your phone or memory card:• Download from the wireless web. X Browse the web• Download from a PC with the optional Samsung PC Studio. X Samsung PC Studio user manual• Copy to your memory card. X p. 30After transferring music files to your phone or memory card,1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Entertainment → MP3 → MP3 files.2. Press <Options> → Add to play list.3. Press [ ] to select the files you want and press <Add>.4. Press <Play> to begin playback.5. Control playback using the following keys:Key FunctionPause or resume playbackVolumeAdjust the volume up or down
26using basic functionsBrowse the webLearn to access and bookmark your favourite web pages.Browse web pages1. In Idle mode, press [ ] → HutchHome to launch your service provider’s homepage.2. Navigate web pages using the following keys:Bookmark your favourite web pages1. In Idle mode, press [ ] → HutchHome.2. Press <Menu> → Bookmarks → <Menu> → New Bookmark.3. Enter a page title and a web address (URL).4. Scroll down to Save and press [ ].Navigation• Left: Skip backward; Scan backward in a file (press and hold)• Right: Skip forward; Scan forward in a file (press and hold)• Up: Change Repeat mode• Down: Open the playlist<A-B>Mark the beginning and end of a section you want to repeatKey FunctionKey FunctionNavigationScroll up or down on a web page or < >Select an itemCReturn to the previous page<Menu>Access a list of browser options
27using advanced functionsusing advancedfunctions Learn how to perform advanced operations and useadditional features of your mobile phone.Use advanced call functionsLearn about your phone’s additional calling capabilities. View and dial missed callsYour phone will display calls you have missed on the display. To dial the number of a missed call,1. Press [ ].2. Scroll to the missed call you want to dial.3. Press [ ] to dial.Call a recently dialled number1. In Idle mode, press [ ] to display a list of recent numbers.2. Scroll to the number you want and press [ ] to dial.
28using advanced functionsAnswer a second callIf your network supports this function, you can answer a second call during a call:Press [ ] to answer the second call. The first call is automatically placed on hold.Call an international number1. In Idle mode, press 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 press [ ] to dial.Call a contact from ContactsYou can call numbers directly from Contacts using stored contacts. X p. 231. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Contacts → Find.You can also press <Find> in Idle mode.2. Scroll to the number you want to dial and press [ ] to dial.Store numbers for emergency callingYou can add and call the emergency numbers if your phone is locked.1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Settings → Security.2. Enter your phone password.3. Select Emergency #.4. Scroll to an empty location and press [ ].5. Enter an emergency number and press [ ].
29using advanced functionsUse advanced Contacts functionsLearn to set speed dial numbers and create groups of contacts.Set speed dial numbers1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Contacts → Speed dial.2. Scroll to a number you want to set (1-99) and press [ ].3. Select a contact → a number (if necessary) to assign to the number.Create a group of contacts1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Contacts → Group settings.2. Scroll to an empty location and press [ ].3. Enter a group name and press [ ].4. To set the caller ID image, scroll to the image field and press <Edit> → an image category → an image.5. To set a group ringtone, scroll to the ringtone field and press <Edit> → a ringtone category → a ringtone.6. Press [ ].You can now call this contact from Idle mode by pressing and holding the assigned speed dial number.
30using advanced functionsUse advanced messaging functionsLearn to create templates and use templates to create new messages.Create a text template1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Messages → Text message → Msg. settings → Canned msg.2. Scroll to an empty location and press [ ].3. Enter your text and press [ ] to save the template.Insert text templates in new messages1. To start a new message, press <Menu> → Messages → a message type → New message.2. From the text field, press <Options> → CannedMsg. → a template.Create a message from a multimedia template1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Messages → Multimedia message → Templates → a template.2. Press <Send>.Your template opens as a new multimedia message.Use advanced music functionsLearn to prepare music files and store radio stations.Copy music files to a memory card1. Insert a memory card.2. Using an optional PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your phone to a PC.
31using advanced functions3. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Utilities → User memory → Memory card → Connect to PC.A pop-up window will appear on the PC.4. Enter your phone password and press [ ].5. Select Open folder to view files in the pop-up window on the PC.6. Copy files from the PC to the memory card.Customise your music player settings1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Entertainment → MP3 → MP3 settings.2. Adjust the settings to customise your music player.Store radio stations automatically1. Plug the supplied headset into the phone’s multifunction jack.2. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Entertainment → FM radio.3. Press <On> to start the radio.4. Press <Options> → Self-tuning.5. Press <Yes> to confirm. The radio scans and saves available stations automatically.
32using tools andapplications Learn how to work with your mobile phone’s toolsand additional applications.Use the Bluetooth wireless featureLearn about your phone’s ability to connect to other wireless devices for exchanging data and using hands-free features.Turn on the Bluetooth wireless feature1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Entertainment → Bluetooth → Activation → On.2. To allow other devices to locate your phone, select Visibility → Always visible.Find and pair with other Bluetooth-enabled devices1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Entertainment → Bluetooth → Trusted Devices.2. Press <Add> → Search.3. Scroll to a device and press <Add>.
33using tools and applications4. Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or the other device’s Bluetooth PIN, if it has one, and press [ ].When the owner of the other device enters the same code or accepts the connection, pairing is complete.5. Edit the device name and press [ ] (if necessary).Wait a Bluetooth connection for pairing1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Entertainment → Bluetooth → Trusted Devices.2. Press <Add> → Wait for request.3. Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature and press [ ]. Your phone becomes prepared to receive a Bluetooth connection.Activate and send an SOS messageWhen you have an emergency, you can send an SOS message asking for help.1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Messages → SOS message → SOS on/off → On.2. Select SOS on/off → On.3. Press <Find> and search for contacts.4. Select a contact.5. When you are finished selecting contacts, press [ ] to save the recipients.6. Press <Yes>.To send an SOS message, press the Volume key four times with the keys locked.The owner of the other device must send the request for pairing and enter the same code to complete the pairing.Once you send an SOS message, all phone functions will be suspended until you press [].
34using tools and applicationsRecord and play voice memosLearn to operate your phone’s voice recorder.Record a voice memo1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Entertainment → Voice functions → Voice memo.2. Select Record to start recording.3. Speak your memo into the microphone.4. When you are finished speaking, press [ ] → Save.5. Enter a file name and press [ ].Play a voice memo1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Entertainment → Voice functions → Voice memo folder.2. Scroll to a file and press [ ].Use the voice answering featureLearn to use the voice answering feature.Turn on the voice answering feature1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Entertainment → Voice functions → Voice answer → Settings.2. Scroll left or right to On.3. To set the waiting time, scroll down to Time and scroll left or right to an option.4. Press [ ].When the specific time has passed, the voice answering feature will be activated for incoming calls.
35using tools and applicationsListen to voice messages1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Entertainment → Voice functions → Voice answer → Inbox.2. Select a message.Edit imagesLearn to edit images and apply various effects.Apply effects to images1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Entertainment → Camera → Photo studio → Effects or Color/Texture.2. Select an image.3. Scroll left or right to an effect option.4. When done with effects, press [ ].5. Enter a new file name for the image and press [].Adjust an image1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Entertainment → Camera → Photo studio → Adjustments.2. Select an image.3. Scroll to an adjustment option (sharpness, brightness, saturation, or blur) and press [ ].4. Scroll left or right to adjust the image as desired and press [ ].5. When you are finished with adjustment, press <Save>.6. Enter a new file name for the image and press [].Transform an image1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Entertainment → Camera → Photo studio → Resize or Rotate/Flip.2. Select an image.
36using tools and applications3. To resize the image, press <Change> and select a size.To rotate or flip the image, scroll to a transforming option and scroll up or down.4. When you are finished with transforming options, press [ ].5. Enter a new file name for the image and press [].Insert a visual feature1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Entertainment → Camera → Photo studio → Decoration.2. Select an image.3. Scroll left or right to a visual feature (frame, clip art, sticker, or text) and press <Select>.To insert a sticker to the image, first create stickers. X Create a photo sticker4. Select a visual feature to add and press [ ].5. Move the added image and press [ ] (if necessary).6. When you are finished adding visual features, press [ ].7. Enter a new file name for the image and press [].Create a photo sticker1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Entertainment → Camera → Photo studio → Create photo sticker.2. Select an image.3. Select a sticker shape and press [ ].4. Select a size and press [ ].5. Using the navigation key, move the sticker over the area you want to crop and press [ ].
37using tools and applicationsMerge images1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Entertainment → Camera → Photo studio → Combine.2. Press [ ] to select Main Image and select an image. The photo appears in the foreground image box.3. Scroll down, and press [ ] to select BG Image.4. Select an image.The photo appears in the background image box.5. Press <Next>. An outline of the foreground photo is stamped onto the background photo.6. Scroll left or right to a synthesis option and press []. 7. Enter a new file name for the image and press [].Create a text stamp1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Entertainment → Camera → Photo studio → Composite.2. Press [ ] to select BG Image and select an image. The photo appears in the background image box.3. Scroll down, and press [ ] to select Text.4. Select an image of your text.5. Press <Next>. An outline of the text is stamped onto the background photo.6. Enter a new file name for the image and press [].
38using tools and applicationsCapture an image from a video1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Entertainment → Camera → Photo studio → Capture movie screen.2. Select a video.3. Press <Capture> to capture an image at the moment you want.4. Press [ ].5. Enter a new file name for the image and press [].Play a game1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Entertainment → Games.2. Select a game from the list and follow the onscreen instructions.View world clocksLearn to view the time in another country or city.1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Utilities → Clock → World time.2. Scroll left or right to a time zone.3. To set daylight saving time, press <Options> → DST On.Available games may vary, depending on your service provider or region. Game controls and options may vary.
39using tools and applicationsSet and use alarmsLearn to set and control alarms for important events.Set a new alarm1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Utilities → Alarm.2. Scroll to an empty alarm location and press [ ].3. Set alarm details.4. Press [ ].Stop an alarmWhen the alarm sounds,• Press any key to stop an alarm without snooze.• Press <End> → [ ] to stop an alarm with snooze, or press <Snooze> to silence the alarm for the snooze period.Deactivate an alarm1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Utilities → Alarm.2. Scroll to the alarm you want to deactivate and press [ ].3. Scroll left or right to Off.4. Press [ ].Use the calculator1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Utilities → Calculator.2. Use the keys that correspond to the calculator display to perform basic mathematical operations.
40using tools and applicationsSet a countdown timer1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Utilities → Countdown.2. Press <New>.3. Enter details to count the number of remaining days to the target date.4. Press [ ].Use the stopwatch1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Utilities → Clock → Stop watch.2. Press [ ] to begin the stopwatch.3. Press <Lap> to record lap times.4. When you are finished, press [ ].5. Press <Clear> to clear recorded times.To us e a timer,1. From the stopwatch screen, press <Timer> → <Settings>.2. Enter hours or minutes to count down and press [].3. Press [ ] to start the timer.Create a new task1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Utilities → Task list.2. Press <New>.3. Enter the details of the task and press [ ].Create a text memo1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Utilities → Memo pad.
41using tools and applications2. Press <New>.3. Enter your memo text and press [ ].Manage your calendarLearn to create events and view your today events.Create an event1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Utilities → Calendar.2. Press <New>.3. Enter the details of the event as required.4. Press [ ].View your today events1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> → Utilities → Today.2. Scroll to an event and press [ ].
atroubleshootingIf you are having trouble with your mobile phone, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a service professional.Your phone displays “No service” or “Not done.”• 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.
btroubleshooting• Ensure that the microphone is close to your mouth.• If using a headset, ensure that it is properly connected.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.
Health and safety informationExposure to Radio Frequency (RF) SignalsYour wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. Government. These limits are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish permitted levels of RF energy for the general population. The guidelines are based on the safety standards that were developed by independent scientific organizations through periodic and through evaluation of scientific studies.The standards include a substantial safety margin designed to assure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health.The exposure standard for wireless phones employs a unit of measurement known as Specific Absorption Rate (SAR). The SAR limit recommended by the FCC is 1.6W/kg.*R400.book Page 16 Friday, January 11, 2008 9:45 AM
Health and safety information 17SAR tests are conducted using standard operating positions specified 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 of the phone.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 limit established by the government adopted requirement for safe exposure. The tests are performed in positions and locations (e.g., at the ear and worn on the body) as required by the FCC for each model. While there may be differences between the SAR levels of various phones and at various positions, they all meet the government requirement.The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this model phone with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF exposure guidelines. SAR information on this model phone is on file with the FCC and can be found under the Display Grant section of http://www.fcc.gov/oet/fccid after searching on FCC ID printed in the label on the phone.* In the U.S. and Canada, the SAR limit for mobile phones used by the public is 1.6 watts/kg (W/kg) averaged over one gram of tissue. The standard incorporates a substantial margin of safety to give additional protection for the public and to account for any variations in measurements.R400.book Page 17 Friday, January 11, 2008 9:45 AM
Health and safety informationFor body operationFor body worn operation, this model phone has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with a Samsung-supplied or approved accessory designated for this product or when used with and accessory that contains no metal and that positions the handset a minimum from the body.The minimum distance for this model phone is written in the FCC certification information from the body. None compliance with the above conditions may violate FCC RF exposure guidelines.For more Information concerning exposure to radio frequency signals, see the following websites:Federal Communications Commission (FCC)http://www.fcc.govCellular Telecommunications Industry Association (CTIA):http://www.wow-com.comU.S.Food and Drug Administration (FDA)http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/consumerWorld Health Organization (WHO)http://www.who.int/peh-emf/enPrecautions when using batteries• Never use any charger or battery that is damaged in any way.• 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, the type of battery and the 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.R400.book Page 18 Friday, January 11, 2008 9:45 AM
Health and safety information 19• 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 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 used batteries in accordance with local regulations. Always recycle. Do not dispose batteries in a fire.Road safetyYour 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:• Get to know your wireless phone and its features, such as speed dial and redial. If available, these features help you to place your call without taking your attention off the road.• When available, use a hands-free device. If possible, add an extra layer of convenience and R400.book Page 19 Friday, January 11, 2008 9:45 AM
Health and safety informationsafety to your wireless phone with one of the many hands-free accessories available today.• 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.• 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.• Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while driving. Jotting down a To Do list or flipping through your Address Book takes your attention away from your primary responsibility, driving safely.• 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.• Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may be distracting. Make the people with whom you are talking aware that you are driving and suspend conversations that have the potential to divert your attention from the road.• Use your wireless phone to call for help. Dial the emergency number in the case of fire, traffic accident or medical emergencies. Remember, it is a free call on your wireless phone!• Use your wireless phone to help others in emergencies. If you see a car accident, crime in progress or other serious emergency where lives are in danger, call the emergency number, as you would want others to do for you.R400.book Page 20 Friday, January 11, 2008 9:45 AM
Health and safety information 21• 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 any other special non-emergency wireless number.Operating environmentRemember to follow any special regulations in force in any area and always switch off your phone 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).Electronic devicesMost 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.PacemakersPacemaker 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. 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.R400.book Page 21 Friday, January 11, 2008 9:45 AM
Health and safety informationIf you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, switch off your phone immediately.Hearing aidsSome digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you may wish to consult your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives.Other medical devicesIf 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 off your phone 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.VehiclesRF 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. You should also consult the manufacturer of any equipment that has been added to your vehicle.Posted facilitiesSwitch off your phone in any facility where posted notices require you to do so.R400.book Page 22 Friday, January 11, 2008 9:45 AM
Health and safety information 23Potentially explosive environmentsSwitch off your phone 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 off the phone 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 the areas 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 callsThis 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.To make an emergency call:If the phone is not on, switch it on.1.Key in the emergency number for your present location (for example, 911 or other official emergency number). Emergency numbers vary by location.2.Press [ ].R400.book Page 23 Friday, January 11, 2008 9:45 AM
Health and safety informationIf 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 end the call until given permission to do so.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 off your phone before boarding an aircraft. The use of wireless phones 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 telephone services to the offender, or legal action, or both.Care and maintenanceYour 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:R400.book Page 24 Friday, January 11, 2008 9:45 AM
Health and safety information 25• Keep the phone and all its parts and accessories out of the reach of small children’s.• 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.• 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.• 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.R400.book Page 25 Friday, January 11, 2008 9:45 AM
Health and safety informationAcknowledging Special Precautions and the FCC and Industry Canada NoticeFCC Notice• This device complies with Part 15 of 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 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.R400.book Page 26 Friday, January 11, 2008 9:45 AM
Health and safety information 27CautionsChanges 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 and chargers. The use of any unauthorized accessories may be dangerous and void the phone warranty if said 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.Appendix A: CERTIFICATION INFORMATION (SAR)THIS MODEL PHONE MEETS THE GOVERNMENT’S REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES.Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S. Government. These limits are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish permitted levels of RF energy for the general population. The guidelines are based on safety standards that were developed by independent scientific organizations through periodic and thorough evaluation of scientific studies. The standards include a substantial safety margin designed to assure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health.The exposure standard for wireless mobile phones employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR). The SAR limit set by the FCC is 1.6 W/kg. SAR Tests are conducted using standard R400.book Page 27 Friday, January 11, 2008 9:45 AM
Health and safety informationoperating 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 limit established by the government adopted requirement for safe exposure. The tests are performed in positions and locations(e.g., at the ear and worn on the body) as required by the FCC for each model.The highest SAR values of this model phone as reported to FCC are, [CDMA] Head Max:1.03 W/Kg, Body Max: 0.674 W/Kg. [ Body-worn operations are restricted to Samsung-supplied, approved or none Samsung designated accessories that have no metal and must provide at least 1.5cm separation between the device, including its antenna whether extended or retracted, and the user’s body. None compliance to the above restrictions may violate FCC RF exposure guidelines.The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this model phone with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF exposure guidelines. SAR information on this model phone is on file with the FCC and can be found under the Display Grant section of http://www.fcc.gov/oet/fccid after searching on FCC ID A3LSCHF309.**In the United States and Canada, the SAR limit for mobilephones used by the public is 1.6 watts/kilogram (W/kg) aver-aged over one gram of tissue. The standard incorporates a sub-stantial ma gin of safety togive additional protection for thepublic and to account for any variations in measurements.R400.book Page 28 Friday, January 11, 2008 9:45 AM
Health and safety information 29Appendix B: Guide to Safe and Responsible Wireless Phone UseCellular Telecommunications & Internet Association “Safety is the most important call you will ever make.”A Guide to Safe and Responsible Wireless Phone UseTENS OF MILLIONS OF PEOPLE IN THE U.S. TODAY TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE UNIQUE COMBINATION OF CONVENIENCE, SAFETY AND VALUE DELIVERED BY THE WIRELESS TELEPHONE. QUITE SIMPLY, THE WIRELESS PHONE GIVES PEOPLE THE POWERFUL ABILITY TO COMMUNICATE BY VOICE-ALMOST ANYWHERE, ANYTIME-WITH THE BOSS, WITH A CLIENT, WITH THE KIDS, WITH EMERGENCY PERSONNEL OR EVEN WITH THE POLICE. EACH YEAR, AMERICANS MAKE BILLIONS OF CALLS FROM THEIR WIRELESS PHONES, AND THE NUMBERS ARE RAPIDLY GROWING.But an important responsibility accompanies those benefits, one that every wireless phone user must uphold. When driving a car, driving is your first responsibility. A wireless phone can be an invaluable tool, but good judgment must be exercised at all times while driving a motor vehicle whether on the phone or not.The basic lessons are ones we all learned as teenagers. Driving requires alertness, caution and courtesy. It requires a heavy dose of basic common sense-keep your head up, keep your eyes on the road, check your mirrors frequently and watch out for other drivers. It requires obeying all traffic signs and signals and staying within the speed limit. It means using seat belts and requiring other passengers to do the same. But with wireless phone use, driving safely means a little more. This brochure is a call to wireless phone users everywhere to make safety their first priority when behind the wheel of a car. Wireless telecommunications is keeping us in touch, simplifying our lives, protecting us in emergencies and providing opportunities to help others in need. When it comes to the use of wireless phones, safety is your most important call.R400.book Page 29 Friday, January 11, 2008 9:45 AM
Health and safety informationWireless Phone “Safety Tips”Below are safety tips to follow while driving and using a wireless phone which should be easy to remember:1.Get to know your wireless phone and its features such as speed dial and redial. Carefully read your instruction manual and learn to take advantage of valuable features most phones offer, including automatic redial and memory. Also, work to memorize the phone keypad so you can use the speed dial function without taking your attention off the road.2.When available, use a hands free device. A number of hands free wireless phone accessories are readily available today. Whether you choose an installed mounted device for your wireless phone or a speaker phone accessory, take advantage of these devices if available to you.3.Position your wireless phone within easy reach. Make sure you place your wireless phone within easy reach and where you can grab it without removing your eyes from the road. If you get an incoming call at an inconvenient time, if possible, let your voice mail answer it for you.4.Suspend conversations during hazardous driving conditions or situations. 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 and ice can be hazardous, but so is heavy traffic. As a driver, your first responsibility is to pay attention to the road.5.Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while driving. If you are reading an address book or business card, or writing a “to do” list while driving a car, you are not watching where you are going. It’s common sense. Don’t get caught in a dangerous situation because you are reading or writing and not paying attention to the road or nearby vehicles.R400.book Page 30 Friday, January 11, 2008 9:45 AM
Health and safety information 316.Dial sensibly and assess the traffic; if possible, place calls when you are not moving or before pulling into traffic. Try to plan your calls before you begin your trip or attempt to coincide your calls with times you may be stopped at a stop sign, red light or otherwise stationary. But if you need to dial while driving, follow this simple tip-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. Stressful or emotional conversations and driving do not mix-they are distracting and even dangerous when you are behind the wheel of a car. Make people you are talking with aware you are driving and if necessary, suspend conversations which have the potential to divert your attention from the road.8.Use your wireless phone to call for help. Your wireless phone is one of the greatest tools you can own to protect yourself and your family in dangerous situations-with your phone at your side, help is only three numbers away. Dial 9-1-1 or other local emergency number in the case of fire, traffic accident, road hazard or medical emergency. Remember, it is a free call on your wireless phone!9.Use your wireless phone to help others in emergencies. Your wireless phone provides you a perfect opportunity to be a “Good Samaritan” in your community. 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 wireless non emergency assistance number when necessary. Certain situations you encounter while driving may require attention, but are not urgent enough to merit a call for emergency services. But you still can use your wireless phone to lend a hand. 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 R400.book Page 31 Friday, January 11, 2008 9:45 AM
Health and safety informationyou know to be stolen, call roadside assistance or other special non-emergency wireless number.Careless, distracted individuals and people driving irresponsibly represent a hazard to everyone on the road. Since 1984, the Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association and the wireless industry have conducted educational outreach to inform wireless phone users of their responsibilities as safe drivers and good citizens. As we approach a new century, more and more of us will take advantage of the benefits of wireless telephones. And, as we take to the roads, we all have a responsibility to drive safely.“The wireless industry reminds you to use your phone safely when driving.”Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association For more information, please call 1-888-901-SAFE. For updates: http://www.wow-com.com/consumer/issues/driving/articles.cfm?ID =85Appendix C: Consumer Update on Wireless PhonesU.S. Food and Drug Administration1.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 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 R400.book Page 32 Friday, January 11, 2008 9:45 AM
Health and safety information 33thus produce RF exposures well within the FCC’s compliance limits.2.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.3.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;R400.book Page 33 Friday, January 11, 2008 9:45 AM
Health and safety information• 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 healthFDA 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• 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.4.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).R400.book Page 34 Friday, January 11, 2008 9:45 AM
Health and safety information 35FDA 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 the 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.5.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 antennaAgain, 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 R400.book Page 35 Friday, January 11, 2008 9:45 AM
Health and safety informationuse measures like those described above to reduce your RF exposure from wireless phone use.6.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 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.7.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.R400.book Page 36 Friday, January 11, 2008 9:45 AM
Health and safety information 378.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 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.9. 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 hearing aids for interference from handheld 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 R400.book Page 37 Friday, January 11, 2008 9:45 AM
Health and safety informationsame 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 will conduct testing to assess the interference and work to resolve the problem.10.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 the 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, 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, gioma, 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 phone 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.11. 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 R400.book Page 38 Friday, January 11, 2008 9:45 AM
Health and safety information 39are 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 10 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 angle at which the phone is held, or which model of phone is used.12.Which other federal agencies have responsibilities related to potential RF health effects?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-slc.gov/SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/index.htmlNational Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH):http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/emfpg.htmlWorld health Organization (WHO):http://www.who.int/peh-emf/International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection:http://www.icnirp.deNational Radiation Protection Board (UK):http://www.nrpb.org.ukUpdated 4/3/2002: US Food and Drug Administration http://www.fda.gov/cellphonesR400.book Page 39 Friday, January 11, 2008 9:45 AM

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