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Code No.:GH68-23225A

English (XSG). 04/2009. Rev. 1.0

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Page 1: ...rom your phone depending on the software of the phone or your service provider World Wide Web http www samsungmobile com Printed in Korea Code No GH68 23225A English XSG 04 2009 Rev 1 0 S5233A_Arabic English book Page i Thursday April 23 2009 7 33 PM ...

Page 2: ...GT S5233A user manual S5233A_Arabic English book Page ii Thursday April 23 2009 7 33 PM ...

Page 3: ...sic functions Instructional icons Before you start familiarise yourself with the icons you will see in this manual Warning situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution situations that could cause damage to your phone or other equipment Note notes usage tips or additional information X Refer to pages with related information for example X p 12 represents see page 12 S5233A_Arabi...

Page 4: ...B015178 Java is a trademark of Sun Microsystems Inc Windows Media Player is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation Followed by the order of options or menus you must select to perform a step for example In Menu mode select Messages Create message represents Messages followed by Create message Square brackets phone keys for example represents the Power Menu exit key S5233A_Arabic English b...

Page 5: ...formation 6 introducing your mobile phone 11 Unpack 11 Phone layout 12 Keys 13 Display 13 Icons 14 assembling and preparing your mobile phone 16 Install the SIM card and battery 16 Charge the battery 18 Insert a memory card optional 19 S5233A_Arabic English book Page iv Thursday April 23 2009 7 33 PM ...

Page 6: ... Browse the web 33 using advanced functions 35 Use advanced call functions 35 Use advanced phonebook functions 37 Use advanced messaging functions 39 Use advanced camera functions 40 Use advanced music functions 43 using tools and applications 47 Use the Bluetooth wireless feature 47 Activate and send an SOS message 49 Activate the mobile tracker 50 Make fake calls 51 Record and play voice memos 5...

Page 7: ... data 58 Use RSS reader 58 Create and view world clocks 59 Set and use alarms 60 Use the calculator 61 Convert currencies or measurements 61 Set a countdown timer 62 Use the stopwatch 62 Create a new task 62 Create a text memo 62 Manage your calendar 63 troubleshooting a S5233A_Arabic English book Page vi Thursday April 23 2009 7 33 PM ...

Page 8: ...n and pets Keep your phone and all accessories out of the reach of small children or animals Small parts may cause choking or serious injury if swallowed Protect your hearing Safety warnings Listening to a headset at high volumes can damage your hearing Use only the minimum volume setting necessary to hear your conversation or music S5233A_Arabic English book Page 1 Thursday April 23 2009 7 33 PM ...

Page 9: ...ations when disposing used batteries or phones Never place batteries or phones on or in heating devices such as microwave ovens stoves or radiators Batteries may explode when overheated Never crush or puncture the battery Avoid exposing the battery to high external pressure which can lead to an internal short circuit and overheating Avoid interference with pacemakers Maintain a minimum of 15 cm 6 ...

Page 10: ...s While using your phone hold the phone with a relaxed grip press the keys lightly use special features that reduce the number of keys you have to press such as templates and predictive text and take frequent breaks Drive safely at all times Avoid using your phone while driving and obey all regulations that restrict the use of mobile phones while driving Use hands free accessories to increase your...

Page 11: ...n off your phone or switch to a mode that disables the wireless functions when directed by airline personnel Protect batteries and chargers from damage Avoid exposing batteries to very cold or very hot temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 45 C 113 F Extreme temperatures can reduce the charging capacity and life of your batteries Prevent batteries from contacting metal objects as this can create a ...

Page 12: ...phone has a camera flash or light avoid using it close to the eyes of children or animals Your phone may be damaged by exposure to magnetic fields Do not use carrying cases or accessories with magnetic closures or allow your phone to come in contact with magnetic fields for extended periods of time Avoid interference with other electronic devices Your phone emits radio frequency RF signals that ma...

Page 13: ...re use Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use Use batteries only for their intended purpose Handle SIM cards and memory cards with care Do not remove a card while the phone is transferring or accessing information as this could result in loss of data and or damage to the card or phone Protect cards from strong shocks static electricity and electrical noise from other devices Freque...

Page 14: ...own as the Specific Absorption Rate or SAR of 2 0 watts per kilogram During testing the maximum SAR recorded for this model was 0 531 watts per kilogram In normal use the actual SAR is likely to be much lower as the phone has been designed to emit only the RF energy necessary to transmit a signal to the nearest base station By automatically emitting lower levels when possible your phone reduces yo...

Page 15: ...or human health from 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 Busin...

Page 16: ...reuse please separate batteries from other types of waste and recycle them through your local free battery return system Disclaimer Some content and services accessible through this device belong to third parties and are protected by copyright patent trademark and or other intellectual property laws Such content and services are provided solely for your personal noncommercial use You may not use a...

Page 17: ... A RESULT OF THE USE OF ANY CONTENT OR SERVICE BY YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES Third party services may be terminated or interrupted at any time and Samsung makes no representation or warranty that any content or service will remain available for any period of time Content and services are transmitted by third parties by means of networks and transmissi...

Page 18: ...ollowing items Mobile phone Battery Travel adapter charger User manual The items supplied with your phone may vary depending on the software and accessories available in your region or offered by your service provider You can obtain additional accessories from your local Samsung dealer S5233A_Arabic English book Page 11 Thursday April 23 2009 7 33 PM ...

Page 19: ...eys and features Power Menu exit key Dial key Touch screen Earpiece Back key Mouthpiece Multifunction jack Volume key You can lock the touch screen and keys to prevent any unwanted phone operations To lock press the Hold key Battery cover Camera lens Camera key Internal antenna Hold key Mirror S5233A_Arabic English book Page 12 Thursday April 23 2009 7 33 PM ...

Page 20: ...exit Turn the phone on and off press and hold End a call In Menu mode return to the main menu screen or return to Idle mode Volume Adjust the phone s volume Hold Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys Camera In Idle mode turn on the camera In Camera mode take a photo or record a video Icon line Displays various icons Text and graphic area Displays messages instructions and information you enter ...

Page 21: ...call in progress Memory card inserted Alarm activated Browsing the web Connected to secured web page Roaming outside of normal service area Call diverting activated Bluetooth activated Bluetooth hands free car kit or headset connected Synchronised with PC New text message SMS New multimedia message MMS New email message New voice mail message New voice message Icon Definition S5233A_Arabic English...

Page 22: ...introducing your mobile phone 15 Normal profile activated Silent profile activated Battery power level Current time Icon Definition S5233A_Arabic English book Page 15 Thursday April 23 2009 7 33 PM ...

Page 23: ...u subscribe to a cellular service you will receive a Subscriber Identity Module or SIM card with subscription details such as your personal identification number PIN and optional services To install the SIM card and battery 1 Remove the battery cover If the phone is on press and hold to turn it off S5233A_Arabic English book Page 16 Thursday April 23 2009 7 33 PM ...

Page 24: ...ert the battery 4 Replace the battery cover Place the SIM card in the phone with the gold coloured contacts facing down Without inserting a SIM card you can use your phone s non network services and some menus S5233A_Arabic English book Page 17 Thursday April 23 2009 7 33 PM ...

Page 25: ...from the power outlet 5 Unplug the travel adapter from the phone 6 Close the cover to the multifunction jack Improperly connecting the travel adapter can cause serious damage to the phone Any damages by misuse are not covered by the warranty With the triangle facing up About the low battery indicator When your battery is low the phone will emit a warning tone and a low battery message The battery ...

Page 26: ...nufacturer and type 1 Remove the battery cover and battery 2 Insert a memory card with the label side facing down 3 Push the memory card in the memory card slot until it locks in place 4 Insert the battery and replace the battery cover To remove the memory card remove the battery cover and battery and then pull the memory card out of the memory card slot S5233A_Arabic English book Page 19 Thursday...

Page 27: ...bove Switch to the offline profile By switching to the offline profile you can use your phone s non network services in areas where wireless devices are prohibited such as aeroplanes and hospitals To switch to the offline profile in Menu mode select Settings Phone profiles Offline Follow all posted warnings and directions from official personnel when in areas where wireless devices are prohibited ...

Page 28: ...screen Select an icon to open a menu or launch an application Drag your finger up or down to scroll through vertical lists Drag your finger left or right to scroll through horizontal lists For the optimal use of the touch screen remove the screen protection film before using your phone S5233A_Arabic English book Page 21 Thursday April 23 2009 7 33 PM ...

Page 29: ...the widget toolbar or move them to the idle screen Add the widgets to the idle screen 1 Open the widget toolbar 2 Drag a widget from the widget toolbar to the idle screen You can position the widget anywhere on the screen Change the widgets 1 In Menu mode select Settings Display and light Widget 2 Select the widgets you want to include to the widget toolbar and select Save Some of your widgets con...

Page 30: ... more information To return to the previous level select Customise your phone Get more from your phone by customising it to match your preferences Adjust the volume of the key tones In Idle mode press and adjust the key tone volume Adjust the vibration intensity on the touch screen You can adjust the intensity of the vibration when you tap the phone screen 1 In Idle mode press 2 Select Vibration a...

Page 31: ...r phone 1 In Menu mode select Settings Security 2 Select On under Phone lock 3 Enter a new 4 to 8 digit password and select Confirm 4 Enter the new password again and select Confirm Use basic call functions Learn to make or answer calls and use basic call functions The first time you access a menu that requires a password you will be prompted to create and confirm a password Samsung is not respons...

Page 32: ...ature 1 During a call select Speaker Yes to activate the speaker 2 To switch back to the earpiece select Speaker You can reject incoming calls by using the auto rejection in Menu mode select Settings Application settings Call All calls Auto reject On Then set up the reject list and select numbers to reject In noisy environment you may have difficulty hearing the calls while using the speakerphone ...

Page 33: ...recording Send and view messages Learn to send and view text SMS multimedia MMS and email messages Send a text or multimedia message 1 In Menu mode select Messages Create message Message 2 Select Tap to add recipient Enter manually 3 Enter a destination number and select Done 4 Select Tap to add text 5 Enter your message text and select Done X Enter text For sending as a text message skip to step ...

Page 34: ...our phone s touch screen you can enter text and create messages or notes You can use the following text input modes Mode Function ABC Select the appropriate virtual key until the character you want appears on the display T9 1 Select the appropriate virtual keys to enter an entire word 2 When the word displays correctly select to insert a space If the correct word does not display select an alterna...

Page 35: ...Select an email or a header 5 If you selected a header select Retrieve to view the body of the email Add and find contacts Learn the basics of using the phonebook feature Add a new contact 1 In Idle mode select Keypad and enter a phone number 2 Select Add to Phonebook New 3 Select Phone or SIM 4 Enter contact information 5 Select Save to add the contact to memory S5233A_Arabic English book Page 28...

Page 36: ...ess the Camera key to turn on the camera 2 Rotate the phone anti clockwise to landscape view 3 Aim the lens at the subject and make any adjustments To select the colour balance of the image select To select the time delay select To set the brightness select Once you have found a contact you can call the contact by selecting edit the contact information by selecting Edit When you turn on the camera...

Page 37: ...en Capture videos 1 In Idle mode press the Camera key to turn on the camera 2 Rotate the phone anti clockwise to landscape view 3 Select to switch to Recording mode 4 Aim the lens at the subject and make any adjustments To select the colour balance of the video select To select the time delay select To set the brightness select 5 Press the Camera key to start recording 6 Select or press the Camera...

Page 38: ... FM radio 3 Select Yes to start automatic tuning The radio scans and saves available stations automatically 4 Control the FM radio using the following icons The first time you access the FM radio you will be prompted to start automatic tuning Icon Function Set your phone to re tune frequencies for stations Change the sound output Tune a radio station Select a saved radio station tap and hold Start...

Page 39: ...ws Media Player 11 X p 44 After transferring music files to your phone or memory card 1 In Menu mode select Music Music player 2 Select a music category a music file 3 Control playback using the following icons Icon Function Pause playback Play playback Skip backward Scan backward in a file tap and hold Skip forward Scan forward in a file tap and hold Select an equaliser type Change the repeat mod...

Page 40: ...al charges for accessing the web and downloading media The browser menu may be labelled differently depending on your service provider Available icons may vary depending on your region or service provider Icon Function Move backward or forward on a web page Refresh the current web page Return to the homepage Open a list of saved bookmarks Change the view mode Access a list of browser options S5233...

Page 41: ...unctions Bookmark your favourite web pages 1 In Menu mode select Browser Bookmarks 2 Select Add 3 Enter a page title and a web address URL 4 Select Save S5233A_Arabic English book Page 34 Thursday April 23 2009 7 33 PM ...

Page 42: ...dial missed calls Your phone will display calls you have missed on the display To dial the number of a missed call 1 Select the missed call you want to dial from the event alert widget 2 Press to dial Call a recently dialled number 1 In Idle mode press to display a list of recent numbers 2 Select to the number you want and select or press to dial S5233A_Arabic English book Page 35 Thursday April 2...

Page 43: ...nd the current call press Answer a second call If your network supports this function you can answer a second incoming call 1 Press to answer the second call The first call is automatically placed on hold 2 Select Swap to switch between the calls Make a multiparty call conference call 1 Call the first party you want to add to the multiparty call 2 While connected to the first party call the second...

Page 44: ...using stored contacts X p 29 1 In Menu mode select Phonebook 2 Select the contact you want 3 Select next to the number you want to dial Use advanced phonebook functions Learn to create namecards set speed dial numbers and create groups of contacts Create a namecard 1 In Menu mode select Phonebook More My namecard 2 Enter your personal details 3 Select Save You can send your namecard by attaching i...

Page 45: ... names ringtones caller ID photos and vibration type to each group or send messages and emails to an entire group Start by creating a group 1 In Menu mode select Phonebook 2 Select the Contacts drop down menu Groups 3 Select Create group 4 Set a group name the caller ID photo a group ringtone and vibration type 5 Select Save The first 5 favourite numbers will be assigned to the favourite contacts ...

Page 46: ...t and select Done 5 Select Save Create a multimedia template 1 In Menu mode select Messages Templates Multimedia templates 2 Select Create to open a new template window 3 Create a multimedia message with a subject and desired attachments to use as your template X p 26 4 Select Save Insert text templates in new messages 1 To start a new message in Menu mode select Messages Create message a message ...

Page 47: ...ter a new folder name and select Done Move messages from the Inbox to your folders to manage them as your preferences Use advanced camera functions Learn how to capture photos in various modes and customise camera settings Capture photos by using options preset for various scenes 1 Press the Camera key to turn on the camera 2 Rotate the phone anti clockwise to landscape view 3 Select a scene 4 Mak...

Page 48: ...y adjustments 5 Press the Camera key to take the first photo 6 Slowly move the phone to the direction you selected The phone captures the next photo automatically 7 Repeat step 6 to complete the panoramic photo Capture photos in Smile shot mode 1 Press the Camera key to turn on the camera 2 Rotate the phone anti clockwise to landscape view 3 Select 4 Press the Camera key 5 Aim the camera lens at y...

Page 49: ...to landscape view 3 Select 4 Select a frame 5 Make any necessary adjustments 6 Press the Camera key to take a photo with the frame Use camera options Before capturing a photo select to access the following options Before capturing a video select to access the following options Option Function Resolution Change the resolution option Effects Apply a special effect Exposuremeter Select a type of expo...

Page 50: ...on your phone to a PC 3 Run Samsung PC Studio and copy files from the PC to the phone Refer to the Samsung PC Studio help for more information Effects Apply a special effect Video quality Adjust the quality of your video clips Setting Function Guidelines Display the guidelines Review Set the camera to switch to the preview screen after capturing photos Shutter sound Select a sound to accompany the...

Page 51: ...se your phone with Windows Media Player 1 Insert a memory card 2 In Menu mode select Settings Phone settings PC connections Media player Save 3 Press twice to return to Idle mode 4 Using an optional PC data cable connect the multifunction jack on your phone to a PC with Windows Media Player installed When connected a pop up window will appear on the PC 5 Open Windows Media Player to synchronise mu...

Page 52: ...7 Select the new playlist 8 Select Add Tracks 9 Select the files you want to include and select Add Customise your music player settings 1 In Menu mode select Music Music player 2 Select Settings 3 Adjust the settings to customise your music player 4 Select Save Option Function Background playing Set whether to play music in the background when you end the music player Music menu Select music cate...

Page 53: ...ically Find information of music Learn to access an online music service and get information about the songs you hear while on the move 1 In Menu mode select Music Find music 2 Select Find music to connect to the server 3 When your phone is successfully registered select to record a part of music you want to find Some service providers may not support this service and the database may not have inf...

Page 54: ... using hands free features Turn on the Bluetooth wireless feature 1 In Menu mode select Applications Bluetooth 2 Select the circle in the centre to turn on the Bluetooth wireless feature 3 To allow other devices to locate your phone select Settings On under My phone s visibility a visibility option Save Save If you selected Custom set duration that your phone is visible S5233A_Arabic English book ...

Page 55: ...ccepts the connection pairing is complete Send data using the Bluetooth wireless feature 1 Select the file or item from one of your phone s applications that you want to send 2 Select Send via or Send URL via Bluetooth Receive data using the Bluetooth wireless feature 1 Enter the PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature and select OK if necessary 2 Select Yes to confirm that you are willing to recei...

Page 56: ...u have an emergency you can send an SOS message asking for help 1 In Menu mode select Messages SOS messages Sending options 2 Select On to turn on the SOS messaging feature 3 Select the recipient field to open the recipient list 4 Select Contacts to open your contact list 5 Select the contacts you want and select Add 6 Select a phone number if necessary 7 Select OK to save the recipients The Bluet...

Page 57: ...ecover your phone To activate the mobile tracker 1 In Menu mode select Settings Security Mobile tracker 2 Enter your password and select Confirm 3 Select On to turn on the mobile tracker 4 Select the recipient field to open the recipient list 5 Select the recipient input field 6 Enter a phone number and select Done 7 Select OK to save the recipients 8 Select the sender input field 9 Enter the send...

Page 58: ... the microphone 6 When you are finished speaking select 7 Press the Back key 8 Select Save Make a fake call To make a fake call press and hold in Idle mode To change the delay time before fake calls in Menu mode select Settings Application settings Call Fake call Fake call timer an option Save Record and play voice memos Learn to operate your phone s voice recorder Record a voice memo 1 In Menu mo...

Page 59: ...ne 2 Scroll left or right to On 3 To set the waiting time scroll down and scroll left or right to an option 4 To set the screen display scroll down and scroll left or right 5 To set the greeting message scroll down and scroll left or right to a message 6 Press Save Icon Function Pause playback Play or resume playback Scan backward in a file tap and hold Scan forward in a file tap and hold When the...

Page 60: ...elect Done To apply a blur effect to a specific area of an image move or resize the rectangle and select Blur Done 5 When you are finished with applying effects select Files Save as 6 Select a memory location if necessary 7 Enter a new file name for the image and select Done Adjust an image 1 Open an image to be edited Refer to steps 1 2 of Apply effects to images 2 Select Edit Adjust an adjustmen...

Page 61: ...n image to be edited Refer to steps 1 2 of Apply effects to images 2 Select Edit Crop 3 Draw the rectangle over the area you want to crop and select Crop Done 4 Save the edited image with a new file name Refer to steps 5 7 of Apply effects to images Insert a visual feature 1 Open an image to be edited Refer to steps 1 2 of Apply effects to images 2 Select Edit Insert a visual feature frame image c...

Page 62: ...image with a USB connection or the Bluetooth wireless feature To print an image using a USB connection 1 Connect the multifunction jack on your phone to a compatible printer 2 Open an image X p 30 3 Select More Print via USB 4 Set print options and print the image To print an image using the Bluetooth wireless feature 1 Open an image X p 30 2 Select More Print via Bluetooth 3 Select a Bluetooth en...

Page 63: ...he list automatically Upload a file To upload photos and videos you must have accounts of photo sharing websites and blogs 1 In Menu mode select Communities 2 Select a destination you want to post to 3 Enter the user ID and password of the destination 4 Select Tap to add and select a media file 5 Enter the post details and select Upload Communities may be unavailable depending on your region or se...

Page 64: ...the phone Play games 1 In Menu mode select Applications Games and more 2 Select a game from the list and follow the onscreen instructions Launch applications 1 In Menu mode select Applications Games and more an application 2 Select More to access a list of various options and settings for your application The download of java files may not be supported depending on the software of the phone Availa...

Page 65: ...t synchronisation 1 In Menu mode select Applications Synchronise 2 Select a synchronisation profile 3 Select Continue to start synchronisation with the web server you have specified Use RSS reader Learn to use RSS reader to get the latest news and information from your favourite websites Add an RSS feed address 1 In Menu mode select Applications RSS reader 2 Select Add 3 Select the URL input field...

Page 66: ...ugh the world map and select a time zone you want Create a world clock 1 In Menu mode select Organiser World clock 2 Select Add 3 Select a time zone 4 To set daylight saving time select 5 Select OK to create your world clock The world clock is set as the second clock 6 Select Add to add more world clocks step 3 The auto update feature sets the phone to automatically update the RSS feeds at the spe...

Page 67: ...ct Set as 2nd clock 3 Select the world clock you want to add 4 Select Set Set and use alarms Learn to set and control alarms for important events Set a new alarm 1 In Menu mode select Alarms 2 Select Create alarm 3 Set alarm details 4 Select Save The auto power up feature sets the phone to automatically turn on and sound the alarm at the designated time if the phone is turned off S5233A_Arabic Eng...

Page 68: ... Menu mode select Alarms 2 Select Off next to the alarm you want to deactivate Use the calculator 1 In Menu mode select Organiser Calculator 2 Use the keys that correspond to the calculator display to perform basic mathematical operations Convert currencies or measurements 1 In Menu mode select Organiser Convertor a conversion type 2 Enter the currencies or measurements and units in the appropriat...

Page 69: ...ect Applications Stopwatch 2 Select Start to begin the stopwatch 3 Select Lap to record lap times 4 When you are finished select Stop 5 Select Reset to clear recorded times Create a new task 1 In Menu mode select Organiser Task 2 Select Create task 3 Enter the details of the task and select Save Create a text memo 1 In Menu mode select Organiser Memo 2 Select Create memo 3 Enter your memo text and...

Page 70: ...ganiser Calendar 2 Select Create schedule 3 Enter the details of the event as required 4 Select Save View events To view events of a specific date 1 In Menu mode select Organiser Calendar 2 Select a date on the calendar 3 Select an event to view its details To view events by event types 1 In Menu mode select Organiser Calendar 2 Select Schedule list 3 Select an event to view its details S5233A_Ara...

Page 71: ...ne lock When the phone lock feature is enabled you must enter the password you set for the phone PIN code When using the phone for the first time or when the PIN requirement is enabled you must enter the PIN supplied with the SIM card You can disable this feature by using the PIN lock menu PIN2 code When you access a menu requiring the PIN2 you must enter the PIN2 supplied by the SIM card For deta...

Page 72: ...ring for the phone number Another caller cannot reach you Ensure that your phone is turned on Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone number Another caller cannot hear you speaking Ensure that you are not covering the built in microphone Ensure that the microphone is close to your mouth If using a headset ensure that it is pr...

Page 73: ... stored in the contact list Re enter and save the number if necessary The battery does not charge properly or sometimes the phone turns itself off The battery terminals may be dirty Wipe both gold coloured contacts with a clean soft cloth and try charging the battery again If the battery will no longer charge completely dispose of the old battery properly and replace it with a new battery Your pho...

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