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English (EU). 09/201
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Mobile Phone
user manual
Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone •
depending on the software of the phone or your service provider
Third party services may be terminated or interrupted at any time,
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and Samsung makes no representation or warranty that any content
or service will remain available for any period of time.
This product includes certain free/open source software. The exact
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terms of the licenses, disclaimers, acknowledgements and notices
are available on the Samsung's website opensource.samsung.com.
Safety precautions
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Comply with all safety warnings and regulations
regarding mobile device usage while operating a
vehicle
While driving, safely operating the vehicle is your first responsibility
Never use your mobile device while driving, if it is prohibited by law
For your safety and the safety of others, practice good common
sense and remember the following tips:
Use a hands-free device.•
Get to know your device and its convenience features, such as •
speed dial and redial. These features help you reduce the time
needed to place or receive calls on your mobile device.
Position your device within easy reach. Be able to access your •
wireless device without removing your eyes from the road. If you
receive 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. •
Suspend calls in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions.
Rain, sleet, snow
Do not take notes or look up phone numbers. Jotting down a •
“to do” list or flipping through your address book takes attention
away from your primary responsibility of driving safely
Dial sensibly and assess the traffic. Place calls when you are not •
moving or before pulling into traffic. T
car will be stationary
numbers, check the road and your mirrors, then continue.
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.
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Do not use damaged power cords or plugs, or loose electrical
sockets
Do not touch the power cord with wet hands, or disconnect the
charger by pulling on the cord
Do not bend or damage the power cord
Do not use your device while charging or touch your device
with wet hands
Do not short-circuit the charger or the battery
Do not drop or cause an impact to the charger or the battery
Do not charge the battery with chargers that are not approved
by the manufacturer
Do not use your device during a thunderstorm
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increased.
Do not handle a damaged or leaking Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery
For safe disposal of your Li-Ion batteries, contact your nearest
authorised service centre.
Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care
Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers specifically •
designed for your device. Incompatible batteries and chargers can
cause serious injuries or damage to your device.
Never dispose of batteries or devices in a fire. Follow all local •
regulations when disposing of used batteries or devices.
Never place batteries or devices on or in heating devices, such •
as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may explode
when overheated.
Never crush or puncture the battery•
high external pressure, which can lead to an internal short circuit
and overheating.
Protect the device, batteries, and chargers from damage
Avoid exposing your device and batteries to very cold or very hot •
temperatures.
Extreme temperatures can cause the deformation of the device •
and reduce the charging capacity and life of your device and
batteries.
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•
Caution: Follow all safety warnings and regulations
when using your device in restricted areas
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Comply with all regulations that restrict the use of a mobile device in
a particular area.
Do not use your device near other electronic devices
Most electronic devices use radio frequency signals. Y
may interfere with other electronic devices.
Do not use your device near a pacemaker
Avoid using your device within a 15 cm range of a pacemaker if •
possible, as your device can interfere with the pacemaker
If you must use your device, keep at least 15 cm away from the •
pacemaker
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device on the opposite side of your body from the pacemaker
Do not use your device in a hospital or near medical equipment
that can be interfered with by radio frequency
If you personally use any medical equipment, contact the
manufacturer of the equipment to ensure the safety of your
equipment from radio frequency
If you are using a hearing aid, contact the manufacturer for
information about radio interference
Some hearing aids may be interfered with by the radio frequency of
your device. Contact the manufacturer to ensure the safety of your
hearing aid.
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of removing the battery
Always comply with regulations, instructions and signs in •
potentially explosive environments.
Do not use your device at refuelling points (service stations), near •
fuels or chemicals, and at blasting areas.
Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive •
materials in the same compartment as the device, its parts, or
accessories.
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with the electronic navigation instruments of the aircraft.
Electronic devices in a motor vehicle may malfunction due to
the radio frequency of your device
Electronic devices in your car may malfunction due to radio
frequency of your device. Contact the manufacturer for more
information.
Use your device to call for help. Dial a local emergency number •
in the case of fire, traffic accident, or medical emergencies.
Use your device to help others in emergencies. If you see an •
auto accident, a crime in progress, or a serious emergency
where lives are in danger
Call roadside assistance or a special, non-emergency assistance •
number when necessary
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 another special, non-
emergency number
Proper care and use of your mobile device
Keep your device dry
Humidity and all types of liquids may damage device parts or •
electronic circuits.
Do not turn on your device if it is wet. If your device is already •
on, turn it off and remove the battery immediately (if the device
will not turn off or you cannot remove the battery
Then, dry the device with a towel and take it to a service centre.
Liquids will change the colour of the label that indicates water •
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your manufacturer’s warranty
Do not use or store your device in dusty
Dust can cause your device to malfunction.
Do not store your device on slopes
If your device falls, it can be damaged.
Do not store your device in hot or cold areas. Use your device
at -20 °C to 50 °C
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inside temperature can reach up to 80 °C.
Do not expose your device to direct sunlight for extended periods •
of time (such as on the dashboard of a car).
Store the battery at 0 °C to 40 °C.•
Do not store your device with such metal objects as coins, keys
and necklaces
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If the battery terminals are in contact with metal objects, it may •
cause a fire.
Do not store your device near magnetic fields
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exposure to magnetic fields.
Magnetic stripe cards, including credit cards, phone cards, •
passbooks, and boarding passes, may be damaged by magnetic
fields.
Do not use carrying cases or accessories with magnetic closures •
or allow your device to come in contact with magnetic fields for
extended periods of time.
Do not store your device near or in heaters, microwaves, hot
cooking equipment, or high pressure containers
The battery may leak.•
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Do not drop your device or cause impacts to your device
The screen of your device may be damaged.•
If bent or deformed, your device may be damaged or parts may •
malfunction.
If your device has a camera flash or light, do not use a flash
close to the eyes of people or pets
Using a flash close to the eyes may cause temporary loss of vision
or damage to the eyes.
Use caution when exposed to flashing lights
While using your device, leave some lights on in the room and do •
not hold the screen too close to your eyes.
Seizures or blackouts can occur when you are exposed to flashing •
lights while watching videos or playing Flash-based games for
extended periods. If you feel any discomfort, stop using the device
immediately
Reduce the risk of repetitive motion injuries
When you repetitively perform actions, such as pressing keys,
drawing characters on a touch screen with your fingers, or playing
games, you may experience occasional discomfort in your hands,
neck, shoulders, or other parts of your body
for extended periods, hold the device with a relaxed grip, press
the keys lightly
discomfort during or after such use, stop use and see a physician.
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 purposes.•
Use manufacturer-approved batteries, chargers, accessories
and supplies
Using generic batteries or chargers may shorten the life of your •
device or cause the device to malfunction.
Samsung cannot be responsible for the user’s safety when using •
accessories or supplies that are not approved by Samsung.
Do not bite or suck on the device or the battery
Doing so may damage the device or cause explosion.•
If children use the device, make sure that they use the device •
properly
When speaking on the device:
Hold the device upright, as you would with a traditional phone.•
Speak directly into the mouthpiece.•
Do not disassemble, modify
Any changes or modifications to your device can void your •
manufacturer’s warranty
Samsung Service Centre.
Do not disassemble or puncture the battery•
explosion or fire.
Do not paint or put stickers on your device
Paint and stickers can clog moving parts and prevent proper
operation. If you are allergic to paint or metal parts of the product,
you may experience itching, eczema, or swelling of the skin. When
this happens, stop using the product and consult your physician.
When cleaning your device:
Wipe your device or charger with a towel or a rubber•
Clean the terminals of the battery with a cotton ball or a towel.•
Do not use chemicals or detergents.•
Do not use the device if the screen is cracked or broken
Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hands and face.
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Do not use the device for anything other than its intended use
Avoid disturbing others when using the device in public
Do not allow children to use your device
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could hurt themselves and others, damage the device, or make
calls that increase your charges.
Install mobile devices and equipment with caution
Ensure that any mobile devices or related equipment installed in •
your vehicle are securely mounted.
Avoid placing your device and accessories near or in an air bag •
deployment area. Improperly installed wireless equipment can
cause serious injury when air bags inflate rapidly
Avoid contact with your device’s internal antenna. •
the antenna may reduce the call quality or cause the device to
transmit more radio frequency than necessary
Internal antenna
Protect your hearing and ears when using a headset
Excessive exposure to loud sounds can cause •
hearing damage.
Exposure to loud sounds while driving may distract •
your attention and cause an accident.
Always turn the volume down before plugging the •
earphones into an audio source and use only the
minimum volume setting necessary to hear your
conversation or music.
In dry environments, static electricity can build •
up in the headset.
environments or touch a metal object to discharge
static electricity before connecting a headset to
the device.
Use caution when using the device while walking or moving
Always be aware of your surroundings to avoid injury to yourself or
others.
Do not carry your device in your back pockets or around your
waist
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Allow only qualified personnel to service your device
Allowing unqualified personnel to service your device may result in
damage to your device and will void your manufacturer’s warranty
Handle SIM cards or memory cards with care
Do not remove a card while the device is transferring or •
accessing information, as this could result in loss of data and/or
damage to the card or device.
Protect cards from strong shocks, static electricity•
noise from other devices.
Do not touch gold-coloured contacts or terminals with your •
fingers or metal objects. If dirty
Ensure access to emergency services
Emergency calls from your device 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.
Keep your personal and important data safe
While using your device, be sure to back up important data. •
Samsung is not responsible for data loss.
When disposing of your device, back up all data and then reset •
your device to prevent misuse of your personal information.
Do not distribute copyright-protected material
Do not distribute copyright-protected material that you have
recorded to others without the permission of the content owners.
Doing this may violate copyright laws. The manufacturer is not
liable for any legal issues caused by the user’s illegal use of
copyrighted material.
Specific
information
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human exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy emitted by radio
and telecommunications equipment. These standards prevent the
sale of mobile devices that exceed a maximum exposure level
(known as the Specific
During testing, the maximum SAR recorded for this model was
0.968 W/kg. In normal use, the actual SAR is likely to be much
lower
necessary to transmit a signal to the nearest base station. By
automatically emitting lower levels when possible, your device
reduces your overall exposure to RF energy
The Declaration of Conformity statement at the back of this manual
demonstrates your device’s compliance with the European Radio
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more information about the SAR and related EU standards, visit the
Samsung website.
Correct disposal of this product
(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
(Applicable in the European Union and other European
countries with separate collection systems)
This marking on the product, accessories or literature
indicates that the product and its electronic accessories
(e.g. charger
disposed of with other household waste at the end of their
working life.
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uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate these items from
other types of waste and recycle them responsibly to promote the
sustainable reuse of material resources.
Household users should contact either the retailer where they
purchased this product, or their local government office, for details
of where and how they can take these items for environmentally
safe recycling.
Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms
and conditions of the purchase contract. This product and its
electronic accessories should not be mixed with other commercial
wastes for disposal.
This EEE is compliant with RoHS.
Correct disposal of batteries in this product
(Applicable in the European Union and other European
countries with separate battery return systems)
This marking on the battery
indicates that the batteries in this product should not be
disposed of with other household waste at the end of
their working life. Where marked, the chemical symbols Hg, Cd or Pb
indicate that the battery contains mercury
the reference levels in EC Directive 2006/66. If batteries are not
properly disposed of, these substances can cause harm to human
health or the environment.
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separate batteries from other types of waste and recycle them
through your local, free battery return system.
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Phone layout
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1
Confirm key
Select the highlighted menu
option or confirm an input; In
Idle mode, access Menu mode
Depending on your service
provider or region, the key may
perform differently
2
Dial key
Make or answer a call; In Idle
mode, retrieve recently dialled,
missed, or received numbers;
Send an SOS message
See “Activate and send an
SOS message”
3
V
In Idle mode, access voice
mails (press and hold)
4
Keypad lock key
In Idle mode, lock or unlock the
keypad (press and hold)
5
Softkeys
Perform actions indicated at the
bottom of the display
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4-way navigation key
Scroll through menu options; In
Idle mode, access user-defined
menus (left/right/ up/down);
Make a fake call (down)
See “Make fake calls”
Depending on your service
provider
or pre-defined menus may differ
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Power/End key
Turn the phone on and of
(press and hold); End a call; In
Menu mode, cancel input and
return to Idle mode
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Alphanumeric keys
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Silent profile key
In Idle mode, activate or
deactivate the silent profile
(press and hold)
