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Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your 

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phone depending on the software of the phone or your service 

provider.
Third party services may be terminated or interrupted at any 

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time, 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 

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exact terms of the licences, disclaimers, acknowledgements 

and notices are available on the Samsung’s website 

opensource.samsung.com.

Printed in Korea

GH68-33140A

English (HK). 03/2012. Rev. 1.0

Mobile Phone

user manual

Safety precautions

Use your device to help others in emergencies. If you see an auto 

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accident, a crime in progress, or a serious emergency where lives 

are in danger, call a local emergency number.

Call roadside assistance or a special, non-emergency assistance 

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number when necessary. If you see a broken-down vehicle posing 

no serious hazard, a broken traffic signal, a minor traffic accident 

where no one appears injured, or a vehicle you know to be stolen, 

call roadside assistance or 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 

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electronic circuits.

Do not turn on your device if it is wet. If your device is already on, 

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turn it off and remove the battery immediately (if the device will not 

turn off or you cannot remove the battery, leave it as-is). 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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damage inside the device. Water damage to your device can void 

your manufacturer’s warranty.

Do not use or store your device in dusty, dirty areas

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

Your device can explode if left inside a closed vehicle, as the 

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inside temperature can reach up to 80 °C.

Do not expose your device to direct sunlight for extended periods 

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of time (such as on the dashboard of a car).

Store the battery at 0 °C to 40 °C.

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Do not store your device with such metal objects as coins, keys 

and necklaces

Your device may become deformed or malfunction.

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If the battery terminals are in contact with metal objects, it may 

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cause a fire.

Do not store your device near magnetic fields

Your device may malfunction or the battery may discharge from 

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exposure to magnetic fields.

Magnetic stripe cards, including credit cards, phone cards, 

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passbooks, and boarding passes, may be damaged by magnetic 

fields.

Do not use carrying cases or accessories with magnetic closures 

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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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Your device may overheat and cause a fire.

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Do not drop your device or cause impacts to your device

The screen of your device may be damaged.

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If bent or deformed, your device may be damaged or parts may 

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malfunction.

Do not use your device or applications for a while if the device 

is overheated

Prolonged exposure of your skin to an overheated device may cause 

low temperature burn symptoms, such as red spots and pigmentation.

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 

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not hold the screen too close to your eyes.

Do not disassemble, modify, or repair your device

Any changes or modifications to your device can void your 

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manufacturer’s warranty. For service, take your device to a 

Samsung Service Centre.

Do not disassemble or puncture the battery, as this can cause 

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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 an eraser.

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Clean the terminals of the battery with a cotton ball or a towel.

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Do not use chemicals or detergents.

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Do not use the device if the screen is cracked or broken

Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hands and face. 

Take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to have it repaired.

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

Your device is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with it as they 

could hurt themselves and others, damage the device, or make calls 

that increase your charges.

Install mobile devices and equipment with caution

Ensure that any mobile devices or related equipment installed in 

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your vehicle are securely mounted.

Avoid placing your device and accessories near or in an air bag 

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deployment area. Improperly installed wireless equipment can 

cause serious injury when air bags inflate rapidly.

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:

Get to know your device and its convenience features, such as 

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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 

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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.

Suspend calls in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions. 

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Rain, sleet, snow, ice, and heavy traffic can be hazardous.

Do not take notes or look up phone numbers. Jotting down a “to 

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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 

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moving or before pulling into traffic. Try to plan calls when your car 

will be stationary.

Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may 

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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.

Use your device to call for help. Dial a local emergency number in 

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the case of fire, traffic accident, or medical emergencies.

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 

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information, as this could result in loss of data and/or damage to 

the card or device.

Protect cards from strong shocks, static electricity, and electrical 

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noise from other devices.

Do not touch gold-coloured contacts or terminals with your fingers 

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or metal objects. If dirty, wipe the card with a soft cloth.

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 alternative method of contacting emergency services 

personnel.

Keep your personal and important data safe

While using your device, be sure to back up important data. 

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Samsung is not responsible for data loss.

When disposing of your device, back up all data and then reset 

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your device to prevent misuse of your personal information.

Carefully read the permissions screen when downloading 

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applications. Be particularly cautious with applications that have 

access to many functions or to a significant amount of your 

personal information.

Check your accounts regularly for unauthorised or suspicious 

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use. If you find any sign of misuse of your personal information, 

contact your service provider to delete or change your account 

information.

In the event your device is lost or stolen, change the passwords 

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on your accounts to protect your personal information.

Avoid using applications from unknown sources and lock your 

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device with a pattern, password, or PIN.

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 Absorption Rate (SAR) certification 

information

THIS DEVICE MEETS INTERNATIONAL GUIDELINES 

FOREXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES

Your mobile device is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed 

not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves (radio frequency 

electromagnetic fields) recommended by international guidelines. The 

guidelines were developed by an independent scientific organisation 

(ICNIRP) and include a substantial safety margin designed to assure 

the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health.

The radio wave exposure guidelines use a unit of measurement 

known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit for 

mobile devices is 2.0 W/kg.

Warning: Prevent electric shock, fire, and explosion

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

Your device may malfunction and your risk of electric shock is 

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 

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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 

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regulations when disposing of used batteries or devices.

Never place batteries or devices on or in heating devices, such as 

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microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may explode when 

overheated.

Never crush or puncture the battery. Avoid exposing the battery to 

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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 

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temperatures.

Extreme temperatures can cause the deformation of the device and 

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reduce the charging capacity and life of your device and batteries.

Prevent batteries from contacting metal objects, as this can create 

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a connection between the + and – terminals of your batteries and 

lead to temporary or permanent battery damage.

Never use a damaged charger or battery.

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Caution: Follow all safety warnings and regulations 

when using your device in restricted areas

Turn off your device where prohibited

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. Your device 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 

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possible, as your device can interfere with the pacemaker.

When speaking on the device:

Hold the device upright, as you would with a traditional phone.

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Speak directly into the mouthpiece.

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Do not touch the device’s internal antenna. Doing so may result in 

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reduced call quality or cause the device to emit unintended levels of 

radio frequency (RF) energy.

Internal antenna

Protect your hearing and ears when using a headset

Excessive exposure to loud sounds can cause 

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hearing damage.

Exposure to loud sounds while driving may distract 

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your attention and cause an accident.

Always turn the volume down before plugging the 

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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 

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up in the headset. Avoid using headsets in dry 

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

You can be injured or damage the device if you fall.

If you must use your device, keep it at least 15 cm away from the 

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pacemaker.

To minimise the possible interference with a pacemaker, use your 

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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.

Turn off the device in potentially explosive environments

Turn off your device in potentially explosive environments instead of 

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removing the battery.

Always comply with regulations, instructions and signs in potentially 

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explosive environments.

Do not use your device at refuelling points (service stations), near 

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fuels or chemicals, and at blasting areas.

Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive 

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materials in the same compartment as the device, its parts, or 

accessories.

Turn off your device when in an aircraft

Using your device in an aircraft is illegal. Your device may interfere 

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.

To prevent injury to yourself and others or damage to your device, read all of the following information before using your device.

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Phone layout

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4-way navigation key

In ldle mode, access user-defined 

menus; Make a fake call (down); 

In Menu mode, scroll through 

menu options

See "Make fake calls"

Depending on your service provider, 

pre-defined menus may differ

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Dial key

Make or answer a call; In Idle 

mode, retrieve logs of your calls 

and messages; Send an SOS 

message

See "Activate and send an SOS 

message"

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Voice mail service key

In ldle mode, access voice mails 

(press and hold)

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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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Power/End key

Turn the phone on or off (press 

and hold); End a call; In Menu 

mode, cancel input and return to 

Idle mode

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Confirm key

Select the highlighted menu 

option or confirm an input; In Idle 

mode, access Menu mode or 

launch the web browser (press 

and hold)

Depending on your service provider 

or region, the key may perform 

differently

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Alphanumeric keys

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Silent profile key

In ldle mode, activate or 

deactivate the silent profile (press 

and hold)

Your phone displays the following status indicators on the 

top of the screen:

Icon Description

Signal strength
SOS message 

feature activated
GPRS network 

connected
EDGE network 

connected
UMTS network 

connected
Call in progress
Bluetooth activated
Music playback in 

progress
Music playback 

paused
FM radio on

Memory card inserted
Synchronised with 

PC
Alarm activated
Browsing the web

Icon Description

Connecting to 

secured web page
Call diverting 

activated
Roaming (outside of 

normal service area)

Normal profile 

activated

Silent profile 

activated
New text message 

(SMS)
New multimedia 

message (MMS)
New email message
New voice mail 

message
Battery power level

Seizures or blackouts can occur when you are exposed to flashing 

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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. When using your device 

for extended periods, hold the device with a relaxed grip, press 

the keys lightly, and take frequent breaks. If you continue to have 

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 

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may shorten battery life.

Over time, unused batteries will discharge and must be recharged 

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before use.

Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use.

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Use batteries only for their intended purposes.

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Use manufacturer-approved batteries, chargers, accessories 

and supplies

Using generic batteries or chargers may shorten the life of your 

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device or cause the device to malfunction.

Samsung cannot be responsible for the user’s safety when using 

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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.

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If children use the device, make sure that they use the device 

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properly.

Do not insert the device or supplied accessories into the eyes, 

ears, or mouth

Doing so may cause suffocation or serious injuries.

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