Samsung Electronics Co SGHT809 Dual-Band GSM/ EDGE Phone with Bluetooth User Manual 1 1 D820 RF block diagram

Samsung Electronics Co Ltd Dual-Band GSM/ EDGE Phone with Bluetooth 1 1 D820 RF block diagram

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Editing the To do List
When you select a To do list item from the Day view, the
current contents display with a status checkbox and a
priority marker.
If the item has been done, a check appears in the checkbox.
H ig h p rio ri ty ite ms h a ve a red explanation mark, Normal
priority items have a blue explanation mark, and Low
priority items have a gray explanation mark.
1. To mark an item Done, highlight the item and press the
Options soft key.
2. Highlight the Done option and press the Select soft key
or the key.
3. The status checkbox next to the To do item will be
checked.
4. To edit other fields in the To do item, highlight the item
and press the key.
5. Press the Options soft key.
6. Highlight the Edit option and press the Select soft key or
the key.
7. Edit the items you wish to change.
8. Press the Save soft key or the key.
Calculator
With this feature, you can use the phone as a calculator.
The calculator provides the basic arithmetic functions;
addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
1. Enter the first number using the numeric keys.
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2. Enter the operation for your calculation by pressing the
following navigation keys:
Left: subtraction (-)
Right: addition (+)
Up: multiplication (x)
Down: division (÷)
3. The left soft key can be used to create a decimal point and
left and right brackets.
4. Enter the next number.
5. To view the result, press the key.
Repeat steps 1 to 5 as many times as required.
World Time
This feature allows you to find out what time it is another
part of world, using the Left and Right Navigation keys.
There are two time lines available. You can set the first
setting to your home city and then use the second setting
to check other city times.
Press the Options soft key for the following options:
Save: this allows you to save your world time settings.
Set daylight saving time: use the key to place a
checkmark next to the cities that you want to set daylight
savings time. Each city listed represents a time zone.
Unit conversion
The conversion menu provides the following conversion
categories:
Currency
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Length
Weight
Volume
Area
Temperature
To convert any of the above categories, do the following:
1. Scroll to the conversion feature you wish to use and
press the Select soft key or the key.
2. Enter the quantity you want converted in the text box.
Note: To include a decimal point, press the key.
3. Use the Up, Down, Left, and Right keys to select the
From and To units of money or measure for the quantity
you want converted.
4. Press the OK soft key or the key.
Timer
You can use this menu to set a timer. To enable the Timer,
use the following options:
1. Press the Set soft key to enter the length of time.
2. Enter the time and press the OK soft key.
3. Press the key to start the timer. Press the key
again to stop the timer.
Stopwatch
This feature allows you to use a stopwatch. Press the
key to start the stopwatch. Press the Reset soft key to erase
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all stopwatch times recorded. Press the key for the lap
time. You can have up to 4 lap times.
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Section 10: Camera and Camcorder
Topics Covered
Using the Camera and Camcorder
Take and Send
Record Video
My Photos
My Videos
My Album
My Journal
This section explains how to use the camera and
camcorder on your phone. You can take photos and video
clips using the built-in camera and camcorder.
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Using the Camera and Camcorder
Using the camera/camcorder module in your phone,
you can take photos or video clips of people or events
while on the move. Additionally, you can send photos
and video clips to other people in a Picture Messaging
message or set a wallpaper or caller ID image.
Note:
Do not take photos or videos of people without their permission.
Do not take photos or videos in places where cameras are not allowed.
Do not take photos or videos in places where you may interfere with
another person’s privacy.
Take and Send
Your camera produces photos in JPEG format.
Note: When you take a photo in direct sunlight or in bright conditions,
shadows may appear on the photo.
1. In Idle mode, press and Up navigation key to turn on the
camera.
You can also press the Menu soft key to access Menu
mode. Highlight Camera and press the Select soft key or
press the key.
2. Highlight Take and Send and press the Select soft key
or the key.
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3. Adjust the image by aiming the camera at the subject.
Press the Left soft key to access the camera options. For
details, see "Using Camera Options" on page 143.
You can use the keypad to quickly change the camera
options.
4. Press the key to take the photo. Send To: My
Album? is displayed. Press the Yes soft key if you want
to send the photo to your T-Mobile My Album service.
The phones default destination is set to My Album. The
photo is automatically saved in My Photos in the phone.
Note: To change the default destination for your pictures, press the
Options soft key when Send To: My Album? appears on the display.
Highlight the Default destination option. You can then change your default
destination to a phone number, email address, Phonebook, My Album, My
Journal, or a Recent log.
5. To use the photo options, press the Options soft key.
6. To return to Capture mode, select Take another.
7. To return to Idle mode, press the key.
Using Camera Options
In Capture mode, you can use various options for the
camera by pressing the Left soft key.
The following options are available:
Record video: switches from camera to camcorder.
Shooting mode: allows you to take a photo in various
modes. Once you change the mode, the corresponding
indicator appears at the top right of the display. The
following modes are available:
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Single shot: allows you to take a photo in the normal mode.
Multi shot: allows you to take a series of action stills. Select the
capture speed, High Speed or Normal Speed, and the number
of photos the camera will take. When you press the key, the
camera takes photos successively.
Mosaic shot: allows you to take several photos to combine in a
mosaic.
Effects: allows you to change the color tone or apply
special effects to the photo.
Frames: allows you to select a decorative frame. Select a
frame from the list using the Navigation keys and press
the key to save your setting.
Timer: allows you to set a time delay before the camera
takes the photo. Select the length of delay you want. When
you press key, the camera takes the photo after the
specified time has elapsed.
Go to My Photos: takes you to your My Photos folder.
Settings: allows you to change the image settings. Select
Function or Setup.
Function:
Size: allows you to set the image size to either
SXGA(1280X1024), Mega(1152X864), SVGA(800X600),
VGA(640x480), QVGA(320x240), Mobile(240X320), or
Frame(240X180). The selected image size displays on the
capture screen.
View finder: allows you to set the view finder to Full screen,
Full screen & indicator, Full screen & Guideline, or Standard
ratio.
Scene programs: allows you to choose Normal or Night
scene.
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Metering exposure: allows you to choose between Matrix,
Center-weighted, and Spot.
White balance: allows you to choose between Auto,
Daylight, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Cloudy, and Sunset.
ISO: Allows you to set ISO to Auto, 100, 200, or 400. The ISO
value is a number indicating the digital camera sensors
sensitivity to light. In bright light, set the ISO value lower.
Setup:
Shutter sound: allows you to select a tone for the shutter
sound. Choose between 5 tones.
Zoom sound: allows you to turn zoom sound On or Off.
Brightness sound: allows you to turn brightness sound On
or Off.
Default name: allows you to change the default name
assigned to your photo.
Camera short cuts: shows you how to change options
using your keypad in capture mode. The following short
cuts are available:
Up and Down keys zoom in and out.
Left and Right keys adjust the image brightness.
Up volume key flips the image vertically.
Down volume key creates a mirror image.
changes from camera to camcorder or camcorder to camera.
changes the picture resolution.
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changes the camera shot mode.
changes the color tone or applies a special effect to the photo.
selects ISO settings.
selects a decorative frame.
sets a time delay.
takes you to My Photos menu.
changes capture mode to full screen.
adjusts the white balance.
Flipping the Camera Lens
You can flip the camera lens around so that you can see
yourself on the display and take a picture.
To flip the camera lens, slide the phone open and turn the
lens in the direction of the arrow.
Record Video
Your camcorder produces videos in 3GP format.
1. In Idle mode, press and Up navigation key to turn on the
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camera. Press the key to toggle from camera to
camcorder.
You can also press the Menu soft key to access Menu
mode. Highlight Camera and press the Select soft key or
press the key.
2. Highlight Record video and press the Select soft key or
the key.
3. Adjust the image by aiming the camcorder at the subject.
Press the Left soft key to access the camcorder options.
For details, see "Using Camcorder Options" on page 147.
You can use the keypad to quickly change the camcorder
options.
4. To start recording your video clip, press the key.
5. To stop the recording, press the Right soft key. The video
clip is automatically saved in the My videos folder.
6. To delete the video clip, press the Left soft key, highlight
Delete soft key, and press the Select soft key or the
key.
To return to Idle mode, press the key.
To access camcorder options, press the Left soft key.
Using Camcorder Options
In Capture mode, you can use various options for the
camcorder by pressing the Left soft key.
The following options are available:
Take and send: allows you to take a photo in camera
mode.
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Effects: allows you to change the color tone or apply
special effects to the video clip.
Timer: allows you to set a time delay before the camcorder
takes the video clip. Select the length of delay you want.
When you press the key, the camcorder records the
video after the specified time has elapsed.
Go to My videos: takes you to your My videos folder
where you can view your videos.
Settings: allows you to change the recording settings.
Recording mode: allows you to change the size of your video.
Select Normal or Limit for Picture message.
Size: allows you to set the image size to either CIF (352x288),
QVGA (320x240), QCIF(176x144), or Sub-QCIF(128x96). The
selected image size displays on the capture screen.
View finder: allows you to set the view finder to Full screen
view, Full screen & indicator, or Standard Ratio.
Audio Record: allows you to be able to record sounds with your
video. Set to On or Off.
White balance: allows you to choose between Auto, Daylight,
Incandescent, Fluorescent, and Cloudy.
Scene programs: allows you to choose Normal or Night scene.
Zoom sound: allows you to turn zoom sound On or Off.
Brightness sound: allows you to turn brightness sound On or
Off.
Default name: allows you to change the default name assigned
to your video.
Camcorder short cuts: shows you how to change options
using your keypad in capture mode. The following short
cuts are available:
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Up and Down keys zoom in and out.
Left and Right keys adjust the video brightness.
Up volume key flips the image vertically.
Down volume key creates a mirror image.
changes from camera to camcorder or camcorder to camera.
changes the video resolution.
changes the shooting mode.
changes the color tone or applies a special effect to the video.
turns the audio On or Off.
sets a time delay.
takes you to My videos menu.
changes capture mode to full screen.
adjusts the white balance.
My Photos
1. In Idle mode press the Menu soft key to access the
Menu mode.
2. Highlight Camera and press the Select soft key or the
key.
3. Select My photos and press the Select soft key or the
key.
When you access this menu, your phone displays the
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photos in Thumbnail mode, which shows them as small
images. Use the Navigation keys to scroll through the
photos.
4. To view the photos on the full screen, press the key.
To go back to Thumbnail mode, press the Back soft key
or the key.
5. You can use the Left and Right navigation keys to scroll
through your photos.
Photo Album Options
In the My photos menu, press the Options soft key to use
the following options:
View: allows you view the photo on your display.
Send to My Album: allows you to send the photo to My Album.
Send via: allows you to send the photo via Picture message or
Bluetooth.
Default destination: allows you to remove or edit the default
destination.
Set as: allows you to set the photo as your wallpaper or as a
Caller ID.
Edit image: allows you to add emoticons or frames to your
photos or apply special effects.
Move to Memory card: allows you to move the selected photo
or all photos to your TransFlash memory card.
Copy to Memory card: allows you to copy the selected photo
or all photos to your TransFlash memory card.
Delete: allows you to delete the photo or delete all photos.
Rename: allows you to change the name of the photo.
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Display mode: allows you to see your photos displayed in a
Line view or in Thumbnail view.
Slide show: allows you to see all of your photos in a slide show
presentation.
Share for Bluetooth: allows the photo to be shared or released
for the use of another Bluetooth device.
Protection: allows you to protect the photo from being deleted.
Properties: shows the properties of the photo, such as the file
name, file date, file format, image resolution, file size, and
protection status.
Deleting a Photo
You can delete photos one by one or all at one time.
1. From the My photos menu, select the photo you want to
delete and press the Options soft key. Highlight the
Delete option and press the Select soft key or the
key.
2. Highlight the Selected option and press the Select soft
key or the key. Or, highlight All to delete all photos.
3. Press the Yes soft key to confirm the deletion.
4. When you have finished, press the key.
My Videos
1. In Idle mode press the Menu soft key to access the
Menu mode.
2. Highlight Camera and press the Select soft key or the
key.
Select My videos and press the Select soft key or the
key.
When you access this menu, your phone displays the
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video clips in Thumbnail mode, which shows them as
small images. Use the Navigation keys to scroll through
the video clips.
3. To view the video clips on the full screen, press the
key.
My videos Options
In the My videos menu, press the Options soft key to use
the following options:
Play: allows you to play the video clip on your display.
Send via: allows you to send the video as part of a Picture
Messaging message or Bluetooth.
Set as caller ID: allows you to set the video as a Caller ID.
Move to Memory card: allows you to move the video to your
TransFlash memory card.
Copy to Memory card: allows you to copy the video (or all
videos) to your TransFlash memory card.
Delete: allows you to delete the selected video clip or delete all
video clips.
Rename: allows you to change the name of the video clip.
Display mode: allows you to see your videos displayed in a
Line view or in Thumbnail view.
Share for Bluetooth: allows the video (or all videos) to be
shared or released for the use of another Bluetooth device.
Protection: allows you to protect the video clip from being
deleted.
Properties: shows the properties of the video clip, such as the
name, date, format, resolution, size, video length, quality, and
protection status.
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Deleting a Video Clip
You can delete video clips one by one or all at one time.
1. From the My videos menu, use the Up or Down
Navigation key to highlight the video you want to delete
and press the Options soft key.
2. Highlight the Delete Option, then press the Right
Navigation key.
3. Highlight Selected if you only want to delete the video
clip that you selected. Highlight All if you want to delete
all video clips.
4. Press the Select soft key or the key.
5. Press the Yes soft key to confirm the deletion.
6. When you have finished, press the key to return Idle
mode.
My Album
This menu provides the ability for you to view the photos
you have stored on the t-zone website. Use the following
procedures to access My Album.
1. In Idle mode press the Menu soft key to access the
Menu mode.
2. Highlight Camera and press the Select soft key or the
key.
3. Select My Album and press the Select soft key or the
key. The browser is launched and the T-Mobile Web
page displays.
4. Select the My Albums Menu link and press the Select
soft key or the key.
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5. Photos sent to this folder are stored in the Inbox Album.
Highlight the Inbox Album link and press the key.
Highlight a photo and press the key to view the
photos.
6. Press the key to exit t-zones and return to the Idle
screen.
My Journal
This menu provides the ability for you to store your
photos using the t-zone website.
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Section 11: t-zones
Topics Covered
•t-zones
This section outlines the t-zones service on your phone.
For more information, contact T-Mobile.
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t-zones
Your phone is equipped with a WAP (Wireless
Application Protocol) browser to allow you to access and
navigate the Wireless Web using your phone.
To access t-zones, follow these steps:
1. In Idle mode, press the Menu soft key to access Menu
mode.
2. Using the Navigation keys, scroll to the t-zones icon.
Press the Select soft key or the key to enter the
menu.
The following options are available:
Home
Selecting this menu connects the phone to the network
and loads the t-zones homepage. You can also press the
key in Idle mode to launch the t-zones browser.
The content of the t-zones startup homepage depends on
your Wireless Web service provider. To scroll through the
screen, use the Up and Down keys.
To go to the startup homepage from any other screen in the
t-zones, use the Home option. For more information on
the t-zones menus, see "Selecting and Using Menu
Options" on page 158.
Exiting the t-zones
To exit the browser at any time, simply press the key.
Navigating the t-zones
1. To scroll through browser items, press the Up or Down
Navigation key.
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2. To select browser items, press the Select soft key.
3. To return to the previous page, press the Back soft key or
the key.
4. To return to the startup homepage, press the Home soft
key.
Entering Text in the t-zones
When you are prompted to enter text, the currently active
text input mode is indicated on the screen. The following
modes are available:
Upper-case character mode (A): allows you to enter upper-
case English characters.
Lower-case character mode (a): allows you to enter lower-
case English characters.
Note: You can enter symbols in upper-case or lower-case character mode
by pressing the key.
Number mode (1): allows you to enter numbers.
To change the text input mode, use the following
procedures:
1. Press the Right soft key one or more times.
2. To enter a space, press the key.
3. To edit text, set the cursor to the right of the character(s)
to be corrected.
4. Press the key as required.
5. Enter the correct character(s).
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Selecting and Using Menu Options
Various menus are available when you are using t-zones
to navigate the Wireless Web.
To access the browser options menu:
1. Press the Menu soft key.
2. Or, highlight the Openwave icon at the top of the page by
pressing the Up and Down keys and press the Select
soft key or the key.
Note: The menus may vary, depending on your version of t-zones.
The following options are available:
Go to URL: allows you to manually enter the URL address of a
Web page. After entering an address, press the OK soft key or
key to go there directly.
Favorites: shows the bookmarks list. You can bookmark the
current web page or access previously bookmarked pages.
Messages: allows you to create an SMS message or check
your My messages folder.
File manager: allows you to access Sounds, Images, Videos,
Music, Other files, Memory card, or check Memory status.
Home: takes you back at any time to the home page of the
Wireless Web service provider.
Back: takes you back to the previous web browser screen.
Show URL: displays the URL address of the Web page to which
you are currently connected. It also enables you to set the
current site as the startup home page.
Reload: reloads the current page.
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Favorites
This menu stores up to 10 URL addresses.
To store a URL address:
1. Select an empty location and press the Select soft key or
the key.
2. Enter a name for the favorite item in the Name text box
and press the Down key.
3. Enter the address in the URL text box and press the
Options soft key.
4. Highlight the Save option and press the Select soft key
or the key.
Note: For further details about how to enter characters, see "Section 5:
Entering Text" on page 45.
After saving favorite items, you can access the following
options by selecting the item, then pressing the Options
soft key:
Go: takes you to the site.
Edit: allows you to edit the address.
Delete: allows you to delete the address or you can delete all
addresses.
Or, you can select the favorite item and press the key.
Your browser will take you to the site.
Go to URL
This menu allows you to manually enter the URL address
of a web site that you wish to access.
For further details about entering characters, see page 45.
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Clear Cache
You can clear the information stored in the cache, which is
the phone’s temporary memory which stores the most
recently accessed Web pages.
Press the Yes soft key to confirm the deletion. Otherwise,
press the No soft key.
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Information
Topics Covered
Health and Safety Information
This section outlines the safety precautions associated
with using your phone. These safety precautions should
be followed to safely use your phone.
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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.
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.
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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. Body-worn operations are
restricted to Samsung-supplied, approved, or non-
Samsung designated accessories that have no metal and
must provide at least 1.3 cm separation between the
device, including its antenna (whether extended or
retracted) and the user's body. Non-compliance with the
above restrictions may result in violation of FCC RF
exposure guidelines.
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:
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Head: ????? W/Kg.
Body-worn: ????? W/Kg.
SAR information on this and other model phones can be
viewed on-line at www.fcc.gov/oet/fccid. To find
information that pertains to a particular model phone,
this site uses the phone FCC ID number which is usually
printed somewhere on the case of the phone. 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.
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
were developed with the advice of FDA and other federal
health and safety agencies. When the phone is located at
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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.
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
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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
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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, 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
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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.
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.
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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.
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
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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.
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
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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 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/topics/emf
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
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Updated 4/3/2002: US Food and Drug Administration
http://www.fda.gov/cellphones
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.
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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.
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
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one appears injured, or a vehicle you know to be stolen,
call roadside assistance or other special non-emergency
number.
"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 if you are using an external antenna).
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
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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.
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.
Hearing Aid Compatibility with Mobile Phones
When some mobile phones are used near some hearing
devices (hearing aids and cochlear implants), users may
detect a buzzing, humming, or whining noise. Some
hearing devices are more immune than others to this
interference noise, and phones also vary in the amount of
interference they generate.
The wireless telephone industry has developed ratings
for some of their mobile phones, to assist hearing device
users in finding phones that may be compatible with their
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hearing devices. Not all phones have been rated. Phones
that are rated have the rating on their box or a label on the
box.
The ratings are not guarantees. Results will vary
depending on the user’s hearing device and hearing loss.
If your hearing device happens to be vulnerable to
interference, you may not be able to use a rated phone
successfully. Trying out the phone with your hearing
device is the best way to evaluate it for your personal
needs.
M-Ratings: Phones rated M3 or M4 meet FCC
requirements and are likely to generate less interference
to hearing devices than phones that are not labeled. M4 is
the better/higher of the two ratings.
T-Ratings: Ph on es ra te d T3 o r T 4 m ee t FCC req ui rem en ts
and are likely to be more usable with a hearing device’s
telecoil (“T Switch” or “Telephone Switch”) than unrated
phones. T4 is the better/higher of the two ratings. (Note
that not all hearing devices have telecoils in them.)
Hearing devices may also be measured for immunity to
this type of interference. Your hearing device
manufacturer or hearing health professional may help
you find results for your hearing device. The more
immune your hearing aid is, the less likely you are to
experience interference noise from mobile phones.
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
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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.
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
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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.
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 the key.
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.
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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.
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
Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269, Attn: Publication
Sales Division.
Cautions
Changes or modifications maid in the radio phone, not
expressly approved by Samsun, will void the user's
authority to operate this equipment.
Only use approved batteries,
antennas and chargers. The use of any unauthorized
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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.
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 telephone services to the offender, or
legal action, or both.
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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.
Understanding How Your Phone Operates
Your phone is basically a radio transmitter and receiver.
When it's turned on, it receives and transmits radio
frequency (RF) signals. When you use your phone, the
system handling your call controls the power level. This
power can range from 0.006 watts to 0.2 watts in digital
mode.
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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.
If your phone is equipped with an external antenna, hold the
phone with the antenna raised, fully-extended and over your
shoulder.
Do not hold, bend or twist the phone's antenna, if applicable.
Do not use the phone if the antenna is damaged.
If your phone is equipped with an internal antenna, obstructing
the internal antenna could inhibit call performance.
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.
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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
Avoid dropping the cell phone. Dropping it, especially on a hard
surface, can potentially cause damage to the phone and
battery. If you suspect damage to the phone or battery, take it
to a service center for inspection.
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.
Follow battery usage, storage and charging guidelines found in
the user’s guide.
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.
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Do not use incompatible cell phone batteries and chargers.
Some Web sites and second-hand dealers, not associated with
reputable manufacturers and carriers, might be selling
incompatible or even counterfeit batteries and chargers.
Consumers should purchase manufacturer or carrier
recommended products and accessories. If unsure about
whether a replacement battery or charger is compatible,
contact the manufacturer of the battery or charger.
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 place the phone in areas that may get very hot, such as
on or near a cooking surface, cooking appliance, iron, or
radiator.
Do not get your phone or battery wet. Even though they will dry
and appear to operate normally, the circuitry could slowly
corrode and pose a safety hazard.
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.
Do not permit a battery out of the phone to come in contact with
metal objects, such as coins, keys or jewelry.
Do not crush, puncture or put a high degree of pressure on the
battery as this can cause an internal short-circuit, resulting in
overheating.
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
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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.
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.
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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.
If your phone is equipped with an external antenna, 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.
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Section 13: Warranty Information
Topics Covered
Standard Limited Warranty
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Standard Limited Warranty
What is Covered and For How Long? SAMSUNG
TELECOMMUNICATIONS AMERICA, L.P.
("SAMSUNG") warrants to the original purchaser
("Purchaser") that SAMSUNG's Phones and accessories
("Products") are free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal use and service for the
period commencing upon the date of purchase and
continuing for the following specified period of time after
that date:
Phone 1 Year
Batteries 1 Year
Leather Case/ Pouch 90 Days
Holster 90 Days
Other Phone Accessories 1 Year
What is Not Covered? This Limited Warranty is conditioned
upon proper use of Product by Purchaser. This Limited
Warranty does not cover: (a) defects or damage resulting
from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, unusual physical,
electrical or electromechanical stress, or modification of
any part of Product, including antenna, or cosmetic
damage; (b) equipment that has the serial number
removed or made illegible; (c) any plastic surfaces or other
externally exposed parts that are scratched or damaged
due to normal use; (d) malfunctions resulting from the use
of Product in conjunction with accessories, products, or
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ancillary/peripheral equipment not furnished or
approved by SAMSUNG; (e) defects or damage from
improper testing, operation, maintenance, installation, or
adjustment; (f) installation, maintenance, and service of
Product, or (g) Product used or purchased outside the
United States or Canada. This Limited Warranty covers
batteries only if battery capacity falls below 80% of rated
capacity or the battery leaks, and this Limited Warranty
does not cover any battery if (i) the battery has been
charged by a battery charger not specified or approved by
SAMSUNG for charging the battery, (ii) any of the seals
on the battery are broken or show evidence of tampering,
or (iii) the battery has been used in equipment other than
the SAMSUNG phone for which it is specified.
What are SAMSUNG's Obligations? During the applicable
warranty period, SAMSUNG will repair or replace, at
SAMSUNG's sole option, without charge to Purchaser,
any defective component part of Product. To obtain
service under this Limited Warranty, Purchaser must
return Product to an authorized phone service facility in
an adequate container for shipping, accompanied by
Purchaser's sales receipt or comparable substitute proof
of sale showing the date of purchase, the serial number of
Product and the sellers' name and address. To obtain
assistance on where to deliver the Product, call Samsung
Customer Care at 1-888-987-4357. Upon receipt,
SAMSUNG will promptly repair or replace the defective
Product. SAMSUNG may, at SAMSUNG's sole option,
use rebuilt, reconditioned, or new parts or components
when repairing any Product or replace Product with a
rebuilt, reconditioned or new Product. Repaired/
replaced leather cases, pouches and holsters will be
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warranted for a period of ninety (90) days. All other
repaired/replaced Product will be warranted for a period
equal to the remainder of the original Limited Warranty
on the original Product or for 90 days, whichever is longer.
All replaced parts, components, boards and equipment
shall become the property of SAMSUNG. If SAMSUNG
determines that any Product is not covered by this
Limited Warranty, Purchaser must pay all parts,
shipping, and labor charges for the repair or return of such
Product.
WHAT ARE THE LIMITS ON SAMSUNG'S WARRANTY/LIABILITY?
EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY
CONTAINED HEREIN, PURCHASER TAKES THE
PRODUCT "AS IS," AND SAMSUNG MAKES NO
WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION AND THERE
ARE NO CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, OF ANY KIND
WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
THE MERCHANTABILITY OF THE PRODUCT OR ITS FITNESS FOR
ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE;
WARRANTIES OF TITLE OR NON-INFRINGEMENT;
DESIGN, CONDITION, QUALITY, OR PERFORMANCE OF THE
PRODUCT;
THE WORKMANSHIP OF THE PRODUCT OR THE COMPONENTS
CONTAINED THEREIN; OR
COMPLIANCE OF THE PRODUCT WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF
ANY LAW, RULE, SPECIFICATION OR CONTRACT PERTAINING
THERETO.
NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION
MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN
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EXPRESS WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER
WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT. ALL IMPLIED
WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS THAT MAY ARISE
BY OPERATION OF LAW, INCLUDING IF
APPLICABLE THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE HEREBY LIMITED TO
THE SAME DURATION OF TIME AS THE EXPRESS
WRITTEN WARRANTY STATED HEREIN. SOME
STATES/PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW
LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED
WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG
SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY
KIND RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE, USE, OR
MISUSE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT
OR ARISING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM THE
USE OR LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT OR FROM
THE BREACH OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY,
INCLUDING INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL OR SIMILAR DAMAGES, OR LOSS
OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR BENEFITS, OR FOR
DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY TORT (INCLUDING
NEGLIGENCE OR GROSS NEGLIGENCE) OR FAULT
COMMITTED BY SAMSUNG, ITS AGENTS OR
EMPLOYEES, OR FOR ANY BREACH OF CONTRACT
OR FOR ANY CLAIM BROUGHT AGAINST
PURCHASER BY ANY OTHER PARTY. SOME STATES/
PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR
EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS
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WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS,
AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH
VARY FROM STATE TO STATE/PROVINCE TO
PROVINCE. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT
EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL
PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT AND STATES
PURCHASER'S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY. IF ANY
PORTION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS HELD
ILLEGAL OR UNENFORCEABLE BY REASON OF ANY
LAW, SUCH PARTIAL ILLEGALITY OR
UNENFORCEABILITY SHALL NOT AFFECT THE
ENFORCEABILITY FOR THE REMAINDER OF THIS
LIMITED WARRANTY WHICH PURCHASER
ACKNOWLEDGES IS AND WILL ALWAYS BE
CONSTRUED TO BE LIMITED BY ITS TERMS OR AS
LIMITED AS THE LAW PERMITS. THE PARTIES
UNDERSTAND THAT THE PURCHASER MAY USE
THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT IN
CONJUNCTION WITH THE PRODUCT. SAMSUNG
MAKES NO WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS
AND THERE ARE NO CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, AS TO THE
QUALITY, CAPABILITIES, OPERATIONS,
PERFORMANCE OR SUITABILITY OF ANY
THIRDPARTY SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT,
WHETHER SUCH THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE OR
EQUIPMENT IS INCLUDED WITH THE PRODUCT
DISTRIBUTED BY SAMSUNG OR OTHERWISE,
INCLUDING THE ABILITY TO INTEGRATE ANY
SUCH SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT WITH THE
PRODUCT. THE QUALITY, CAPABILITIES,
OPERATIONS, PERFORMANCE AND SUITABILITY
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OF ANY SUCH THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE OR
EQUIPMENT LIE SOLELY WITH THE PURCHASER
AND THE DIRECT VENDOR, OWNER OR SUPPLIER
OF SUCH THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE OR
EQUIPMENT, AS THE CASE MAY BE.
This Limited Warranty allocates risk of Product failure
between Purchaser and SAMSUNG, and SAMSUNG's
Product pricing reflects this allocation of risk and the
limitations of liability contained in this Limited
Warranty. The agents, employees, distributors, and
dealers of SAMSUNG are not authorized to make
modifications to this Limited Warranty, or make
additional warranties binding on SAMSUNG.
Accordingly, additional statements such as dealer
advertising or presentation, whether oral or written, do
not constitute warranties by SAMSUNG and should not
be relied upon.
Samsung Telecommunications America, L.P.
1301 East Lookout Drive
Richardson, Texas 75082
Phone: 1-800-SAMSUNG
Phone: 1-888-987-HELP (4357)
©2005 Samsung Telecommunications America. All rights
reserved.
No reproduction in whole or in part allowed without
prior written approval. Specifications and availability
subject to change without notice.
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Intellectual Property Statement
All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or
which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its
respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone,
including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or
software relating thereto (the "Phone System"), is
proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal
laws, state laws, and international treaty provisions.
Intellectual Property includes, but is not limited to,
inventions (patentable or unpatentable), patents, trade
secrets, copyrights, software, computer programs, and
related documentation and other works of authorship.
You may not infringe or otherwise violate the rights
secured by the Intellectual Property. Moreover, you agree
that you will not (and will not attempt to) modify, prepare
derivative works of, reverse engineer, decompile,
disassemble, or otherwise attempt to create source code
from the software. No title to or ownership in the
Intellectual Property is transferred to you. All applicable
rights of the Intellectual Property shall remain with
SAMSUNG and its suppliers.
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Samsung Telecommunications America (STA), Inc.
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Samsung Telecommunications America (STA),
Inc.
Internet Address: http://www.samsungusa.com
©2005 Samsung Telecommunications America. Samsung
is a registered trademark of Samsung Electronics
America, Inc. and its related entities.
Headquarters: Customer Care Center:
1301 E. Lookout Drive 1000 Klein St.
Richardson, TX 75082 Plano, TX 75074
Tel: 972.761.7000 Toll Free Tel: 1.888.987.HELP (4357)
Openwave® is a registered Trademark of Openwave, Inc.
RSA® is a registered Trademark RSA Security, Inc.
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Index
A
ABC mode 46, 47
Accessing a Menu Function
38
Alert type 104
B
Backlight
description 18
settings 101
Battery
charging 8
installing 8
low indicator 9
removing 6
Bluetooth
About 109
Settings 109
Broadcast Messages 91
C
Calendar 131
Call Barring 107
Call Functions 21
Adjusting the Call Volume 24
Answering a Call 24
Call Records 25
Correcting the Number 22
Ending a Call 22
Making a Call 22
Making a Call from Phone-
book 23
Redialing Last Number 22
Silent mode 28
Call Records
All calls 25
Call time 28
Delete all 27
Incoming calls 27
Missed calls 26
Outgoing calls 27
Call Waiting 34, 107
Caller group 60
Caller ID 109
Camcorder 141
recording video 146
Camera 141
taking photos 142
Change password 113
Charging battery 8
D
Dialing a Number
Phonebook 59
SIM Card 62
Dialing display 102
Display
backlight 18
icons 17
DTMF 32
E
Entering Text 45
Changing the Text Entry
Mode 46
Using ABC Mode 47
Using Number Mode 51
Using Symbol Mode 51
Using T9 Mode 49
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F
File Manager 118
Fun & Apps 117
Functions and Options 29
G
Games 127
Get More Help 19
Getting Started 5
Activating Your Phone 6
Voicemail 10
H
Health and Safety Informa-
tion 161
HiFi Ringers 103, 118
I
Icons, description 17
Image Editor 128
Instant Messaging 91
International Call 22
K
Keypad Tone 104
L
Low battery indicator 9
M
Making a Call
Phonebook 23
MegaTones 103, 118
Menu Navigation 37
Menu Outline 39
Message settings 90
Message Tone 104
Messages 69
Messaging
Types of Messages 70
Missed Call
Viewing 26
MP3 player 126
Multi-Party Call 34
Dropping One Participant 35
Private Conversation 35
Setting up 34
Mute 31
My Album 120, 153
My Journal 120, 154
My Name Card 64
My photos
accessing pictures 149
My videos 151
N
Network Selection 108
Network Services
Call Barring 107
Call Forwarding 106
Call Waiting 107
Caller ID 109
Network Selection 108
Network Services Settings
106
Number mode 46
O
On/off switch, phone 10
Options
During a Call 30
Putting a Call on Hold 30
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Organizer 129
Calculator 136
Calendar 131
Stopwatch 138
Timer 138
Unit Conversion 137
World time 137
Own Number 64
P
Phone
icons 17
switching on/off 10
Phone lock 112
Phone Settings 97
Phonebook
Searching for a Number 33
Phonebook Management 65
Picture Messages 75
PIN
change 112
check 111
Privacy 113
Push message
viewing in Inbox 84
R
Reset settings 115
Ring Volume 103
S
Security 111
Sentbox 85
Settings 95
Sound Settings 103
Shortcuts 38
Silent mode 105
SIM card
installing 6
Soft Keys 29
Speakerphone 32
Speed Dial
Setting Up Entries 59
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Stopwatch 138
Storing a number
Phone’s Memory 55
SIM Card 54
Switching on/off
phone 10
Symbol mode 46
T
T9 mode 46
Templates 88
Text input mode
changing 46
Text Messages 72
Timer 138
Travel adapter 8
t-zones 156
Entering Text 157
Exiting 156
Navigating 156
U
Understanding Your Phone 13
Features of Your Phone 14
View of Your Phone 14
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Understanding Your Phone-
book 53
Finding a Phonebook Entry
57
Finding My Phone Number
64
Management 65
V
Voice Mail 11, 89
changing number 11
Voice Messages 70
Voice notes 70
W
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GH68-08136A
Hearing Aid Compatibility with Mobile Phones
When some mobile phones are used near some hearing devices (hearing aids and
cochlear implants), users may detect a buzzing, humming, or whining noise. Some
hearing devices are more immune than others to this interference noise, and phones
also vary in the amount of interference they generate.
The wireless telephone industry has developed ratings for some of their mobile
phones, to assist hearing device users in finding phones that may be compatible
with their hearing devices. Not all phones have been rated. Phones that are rated
have the rating on their box or a label on the box.
The ratings are not guarantees. Results will vary depending on the user’s hearing
device and hearing loss. If your hearing device happens to be vulnerable to interfer-
ence, you may not be able to use a rated phone successfully. Trying out the phone
with your hearing device is the best way to evaluate it for your personal needs.
M-Ratings: Phones rated M3 or M4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to gener-
ate less interference to hearing devices than phones that are not labeled. M4 is the
better/higher of the two ratings.
T-Ratings: Phones rated T3 or T4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to be more
usable with a hearing device’s telecoil (“T Switch or Telephone Switch”) than
unrated phones. T4 is the better/higher of the two ratings. (Note that not all hearing
devices have telecoils in them.)
Hearing devices may also be measured for immunity to this type of interference. Your
hearing device manufacturer or hearing health professional may help you find results
for your hearing device. The more immune your hearing aid is, the less likely you are
to experience interference noise from mobile phones.
GH68-08136A
Compatibilidad de Aparatos Dispositivos Con Teléfonos viles
Cuando algunos teléfonosviles se utilizan cerca de algunos aparatos auditivos
(audífonos e implantes cocleares), es posible que los usuarios detecten un ruido
como zumbido, murmullo o quejido. Algunos aparatos auditivos son más inmunes
que otros a este ruido de interferencia y los teléfonos también varían en la cantidad
de interferencia que generan.
La industria de los teléfonos inalámbricos ha desarrollado clasificaciones para algu-
nos de sus teléfonos móviles, para ayudar a que los usuarios de aparatos auditivos
encuentren teléfonos que pudieran ser compatibles con este tipo de aparatos. No
todos los teléfonos han sido clasificados. Los teléfonos que han sido clasificados
tienen la clasificación en la caja o una etiqueta en la caja.
Las clasificaciones no son garantías. Los resultados pudieran variar, dependiendo
del aparato auditivo y de la pérdida de audición del usuario. Si su aparato auditivo
resulta ser vulnerable a la interferencia, es posible que no tenga éxito al usar un
teléfono clasificado. La mejor manera de evaluar el teléfono para sus necesidades
personales es probarlo con su aparato auditivo.
Clasificación M: Los teléfonos clasificados como M3 o M4 cumplen con los req-
uisitos de la FCC y tienen probabilidades de generar menos interferencia para los
aparatos auditivos que los teléfonos que no están clasificados. M4 es la mejor y más
alta clasificación de las dos.
Clasificación T: Los teléfonos clasificados como T3 o T4 cumplen con los requisitos
de la FCC y tienen posibilidades de usarse más con la telebobina de un aparato au-
ditivo (“interruptor “T o “interruptor del teléfono”) que los teléfonos no clasificados.
T4 es la mejor y más alta clasificación de las dos. (Tenga en cuenta que no todos los
aparatos auditivos tienen telebobinas).
También se puede medir la inmunidad de los aparatos auditivos hacia este tipo
de interferencia. El fabricante de su aparato auditivo o un profesional en la salud
del oído pueden ayudarle a encontrar mejores resultados para su aparato auditivo.
Entre más inmune sea su audífono, tendrá menos posibilidades de tener ruidos de
interferencia con los teléfonos móviles.

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