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Access menus

To access your phone’s menus,

1. In Idle mode, tap 

Menu

 to access Menu 

mode.

2. Select a menu or option.
3. Press the Back key to move up one level; 

Press [

] twice to return to Idle mode.

Switch applications

Learn to switch to other applications from a 
menu, without closing the menu screen you are 
using.

1. While using a menu, press [

].

The following applications are available:
•

Call

: open the dialing screen

•

Music player

: launch the music player

•

Messages

: access the 

Messages

 

menu

•

Browser

: launch the web browser

•

Main menu

: access the main menu 

screen

2. Select an application.

Use widgets

Learn to use widgets on the toolbar.

Open the toolbar

In Idle mode, tap the arrow at the bottom left of 
the screen to open the toolbar. You can 
rearrange widgets on the toolbar or move them 
to the idle screen. 

Depending on your region or service 
provider, available widgets may vary.

Summary of Contents for M8800L

Page 1: ...ents in this manual may differ from 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 XXXXXX English LTN 11 2008 Rev 1 0 ...

Page 2: ...Samsung M8800L user manual Draft ...

Page 3: ...ng your mobile phone and using basic 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 re...

Page 4: ...0XXXXX Java is a trademark of Sun Microsystems Inc Windows Media Player is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation DivX is a registered trademark of DivX Inc and is used under licence 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 fo...

Page 5: ...ith DivX in order to play DivX Video on Demand VOD content First generate the DivX VOD registration code for your device and submit it during the registration process Important DivX VOD content is protected by a DivX DRM Digital Rights Management system that restricts playback to registered DivX Certified devices If you try to play DivX VOD content not authorized for your device the message Author...

Page 6: ...hone 9 Unpack 9 Phone layout 10 Keys 11 Display 12 Icons 12 assembling and preparing your mobile phone 15 Install the SIM or USIM card and battery 15 Charge the battery 17 Insert a memory card optional 18 using basic functions 19 Turn your phone on and off 19 Access menus 20 Switch applications 20 Use widgets 20 Customize your phone 21 ...

Page 7: ... Bluetooth wireless feature 40 Activate and send an SOS message 42 Activate the mobile tracker 42 View the phone display on a TV 43 Record and play voice memos 43 Edit images 44 Print images 46 Edit videos 47 Synchronize data 49 Use RSS reader 50 Use Java powered games and applications 51 Create and view world clocks 51 Set and use alarms 52 Use the calculator 52 Convert currencies or measurements...

Page 8: ...our phone away from small children 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 ...

Page 9: ... in a fire Follow all local regulations 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 pacemake...

Page 10: ...motion injuries When sending text messages or playing games on 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 dr...

Page 11: ...hen directed by airline personnel Protect batteries and chargers from damage Avoid exposing batteries to very cold or very hot temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 45 C 113 F Extreme temperatures can reduce the charging capacity and life of your batteries Prevent batteries from contacting metal objects as this can create a connection between the and terminals of your batteries and lead to temporar...

Page 12: ... Your phone and memory cards may be damaged by exposure to magnetic fields Do not use carrying cases or accessories with magnetic closures or allow your phone to come in contact with magnetic fields for extended periods of time Avoid interference with other electronic devices Your phone emits radio frequency RF signals that may interfere with unshielded or improperly shielded electronic equipment ...

Page 13: ...charge and must be recharged before 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 electrica...

Page 14: ...r phone may not be possible in some areas or circumstances Before traveling in remote or undeveloped areas plan an alternate method of contacting emergency services personnel During testing the maximum SAR values recorded for this model were GSM850 x xx x xx GSM900 x xx x xx GSM1800 x xx x xx ...

Page 15: ...8 safety and usage information ...

Page 16: ...Check your product box for the following 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 ...

Page 17: ...camera lens for video calls Power Menu exit key Dial key Touch screen Earpiece Memory card slot Mouthpiece Back key Application switch key Hold key Light sensor You can lock the touch screen and keys to prevent any unwanted phone operations To lock press HOLD Battery cover Rear camera lens Flashbulb Multifunction jack Camera key Internal antenna Photo album key Volume key Speaker ...

Page 18: ...mode return to the main menu screen or return to Idle mode Application switch Open the application switch window to access other applications without exiting the current application Hold Look or unlock the touch screen and keys Volume Adjust the phone s volume Photo album In Idle mode open your photos or videos Camera In Idle mode turn on the camera press and hold In Camera mode take a photo or re...

Page 19: ...ays messages instructions and information you enter Softkey line Displays the current actions assigned to each area Keypad Phonebook Messages Menu Icon Definition Signal strength GPRS network connected Transferring data via GPRS network EDGE network connected Transferring data via EDGE network UMTS network connected Transferring data via UMTS network HSDPA network connected Transferring data via H...

Page 20: ...vated Bluetooth activated Bluetooth hands free car kit or headset connected Synchronized with PC Memory card inserted Icon Definition New text message SMS New multimedia message MMS New email message New voice mail message New push message New configuration message New video message Text message full Multimedia message full Email message full Voice mail message full Push message full Icon Definiti...

Page 21: ...ne Configuration message full Normal profile activated Silent profile activated Driving profile activated Meeting profile activated Outdoor profile activated Offline profile activated Battery power level Current time Icon Definition ...

Page 22: ... Install the SIM or USIM card and battery When you 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 use UMTS services you can purchase a Universal Subscriber Identity Module USIM card ...

Page 23: ...ry 1 Remove the battery cover 2 Insert the SIM or USIM card If the phone is on press and hold to turn it off Place the SIM or USIM card in the phone with the gold colored contacts facing down Without inserting a SIM or USIM card you can use your phone s non network services and some menus ...

Page 24: ...ust charge the battery 1 Open the cover to the multifunction jack and plug the small end of the travel adapter into the multifunction jack 2 Plug the large end of the travel adapter into a power outlet 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 ...

Page 25: ...rer and type 1 Open the cover to the memory card slot on the side of the phone 2 Insert a memory card with the label side facing up 3 Push the memory card in the memory card slot until it locks in place To remove the memory card push it gently until it disengages from the phone and then pull the memory card out of the memory card slot About the low battery indicator When your battery is low the ph...

Page 26: ...rn your phone off repeat step 1 above 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 airplanes and hospitals To switch to the offline profile in Menu mode tap Settings Phone profiles Offline Follow all posted warnings and directions from official personnel when in areas where wir...

Page 27: ...sing a menu press The following applications are available Call open the dialing screen Music player launch the music player Messages access the Messages menu Browser launch the web browser Main menu access the main menu screen 2 Select an application Use widgets Learn to use widgets on the toolbar Open the toolbar In Idle mode tap the arrow at the bottom left of the screen to open the toolbar You...

Page 28: ...ume of the key tones In Idle mode press the Volume key up or down to 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 the Volume key up or down 2 Tap Vibration and press the Volume key up or down to adjust the intensity of the vibration Switch to or from the silent profile ...

Page 29: ...4 Enter the new password again and tap Confirm Use basic call functions Learn to make or answer calls and use basic call functions Make a call 1 In Idle mode tap Keypad and enter an area code and a phone number 2 Press or tap Voice call to dial the number For a video call tap More Video call or press 3 To end the call press Answer a call 1 When a call comes in press 2 For a video call press and ta...

Page 30: ...n and then press again and hold To answer a call press the headset button To end a call press the headset button 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 tap Messages Create message Message 2 Tap Tap to add recipient Enter manually 3 Enter a destination number and tap Done 4 Tap Tap to add text 5 Enter...

Page 31: ...d attach a file if necessary 9 Tap Send to send the message Enter text With your phone s touch screen you can enter text and create messages or notes Change the text input method When you open the text input field the virtual keypad appears Tap the down arrow next to Keypad and select one of the following input methods for entering text Keypad Handwr full sc Handwriting box 1 Handwriting box 2 You...

Page 32: ...sing the handwriting box1 1 Change the text input method to Handwriting box 1 2 Write each character in the writing area at the bottom of the screen Write numbers and symbols in the 1 column at the bottom right of the writing area Mode Function ABC Tap the appropriate virtual key until the character you want appears on the display T9 1 Tap the appropriate virtual key to enter an entire word 2 When...

Page 33: ...ap Messages Email inbox 2 Select an account 3 Tap Download 4 Select an email or a header 5 If you selected a header tap 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 tap Keypad and enter a phone number 2 Tap More Add to Phonebook New 3 Tap Phone or SIM 4 Enter contact information 5 Tap Save to add the c...

Page 34: ...View photos In Menu mode tap My files Images My photos a photo file To categorize and view photos in a wide view 1 In Menu mode tap Photo browser 2 Rotate the phone anti clockwise to landscape view 3 Tap and select a category to display the photos 4 Scroll left or right to view photos Once you have found a contact you can call the contact by tapping edit the contact information by tapping Edit Whe...

Page 35: ...p My files Videos My video clips a video file Tag faces in your photos Learn to tag faces in your photos and make calls or send messages from photos Before making calls or sending messages you must create face tags To tag faces in your photos 1 Select a photo by pressing 2 Tap to add a tag to a person s face 3 Tap move or resize the rectangle on a face and tap if necessary 4 Tap Add Add name 5 Ent...

Page 36: ...p Applications FM radio 3 Tap Yes to start automatic tuning The radio scans and saves available stations automatically 4 Tap or to select a radio station If you want to get information about the song you hear tap More Music recognition X p 39 5 To turn off the FM radio tap Listen to music files Start by transferring files to your phone or memory card Download from the wireless web X p 30 Download ...

Page 37: ...to access and bookmark your favorite web pages Browse web pages 1 In Menu mode tap Applications Browser Home to launch your service provider s homepage 2 Navigate web pages 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 Adjust the volume up or down Icon Function Move backward o...

Page 38: ...ctions Bookmark your favorite web pages 1 In Menu mode tap Applications Browser Bookmarks 2 Tap Add 3 Enter a page title and a web address URL 4 Tap Save Open a list of saved bookmarks Change the view mode Icon Function ...

Page 39: ...d calls Your phone will display calls you have missed on the display To dial the number of a missed call 1 Tap the missed call you want to dial from the event alert widget 2 Press to dial Call a recently dialed number 1 In Idle mode press to display a list of recent numbers 2 Scroll to the number you want and tap Hold a call or retrieve a held call Tap Hold to place a call on hold or tap Retrieve ...

Page 40: ...nswer the second call The first call is automatically placed on hold 2 Tap 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 party The first party is automatically placed on hold 3 When connected to the second party tap Join 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to add more par...

Page 41: ...honebook 2 Tap the down arrow next to the Contacts box and select Favourites 3 Tap Add 4 Select a contact The contact is saved to the speed dial number Create a group of contacts By creating groups of contacts you can assign group 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 tap Phonebook 2...

Page 42: ...o open a new template window 3 Tap the screen 4 Enter your text and tap Done 5 Tap More Save as template Create a multimedia template 1 In Menu mode tap Messages Templates Multimedia templates 2 Tap 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 23 4 Tap More Save as template Insert text templates in new message...

Page 43: ...tap Settings Phone settings PC connections Samsung PC studio Save 2 Using an optional PC data cable connect the multifunction jack 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 Copy music files to a memory card 1 Insert a memory card 2 In Menu mode tap Settings Phone settings PC connections Mass storag...

Page 44: ...ected a pop up window will appear on the PC 5 Select Sync digital media files to this device in the pop up window on the PC 6 Edit or enter your phone s name in the pop up window if necessary and then click Finish 7 Select and drag the music files you want to the sync list 8 Click Start Sync Create a playlist 1 In Menu mode tap Music Music player Playlists 2 Tap Create 3 Tap the text input field 4...

Page 45: ...tions FM radio 3 Tap to start the FM radio 4 Tap More Record to start recording 5 When you are finished recording tap Stop The music file will be saved in Radio clips tap My files Sounds Store radio stations automatically 1 In Menu mode tap Applications FM radio 2 Tap More Self tuning 3 Tap Yes to confirm if necessary The radio scans and saves available stations automatically The recording feature...

Page 46: ...ongs you hear while on the move 1 In Menu mode tap Music Music recognition 2 Select Music recognition to connect to the server 3 When your phone is successfully registered tap to record a part of music you want to find Some service providers may not support this service and the database may not have information for all songs ...

Page 47: ...nect to other wireless devices for exchanging data and using hands free features Turn on the Bluetooth wireless feature 1 In Menu mode tap Applications Bluetooth 2 Tap the circle in the center to turn on the Bluetooth wireless feature 3 To allow other devices to locate your phone tap Settings My phone s visibility On Save If you select Custom set duration that your phone is visible ...

Page 48: ...etooth wireless feature 1 Select the file or item from one of your phone s applications that you want to send 2 Tap Send via Bluetooth Receive data using the Bluetooth wireless feature 1 Enter the PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature and tap OK if necessary 2 Tap Yes to confirm that you are willing to receive data from the device if necessary Use Remote SIM mode In Remote SIM mode you can make o...

Page 49: ...et the number of times to repeat the SOS message 9 Tap Save Yes To send an SOS message the keys must be locked Press the Volume key four times Activate the mobile tracker When someone inserts a new SIM or USIM card in your phone the mobile tracker feature will automatically send the contact number to two recipients to help you locate and recover your phone To activate the mobile tracker 1 In Menu ...

Page 50: ...mode If you cannot view the phone via the TV try changing the TV out settings In Menu mode tap Settings Phone settings TV out a video encoding system Record and play voice memos Learn to operate your phone s voice recorder Record a voice memo 1 In Menu mode tap Applications Voice recorder 2 Tap to start recording 3 Speak your memo into the microphone 4 When you are finished speaking tap Your memo ...

Page 51: ...mage move or resize the rectangle and tap Blur Done 5 When you are finished with applying effects tap Files Save as 6 Select a memory location if necessary 7 Enter a new file name for the image and tap Done Adjust an image 1 In Menu mode tap My files Images My photos a photo file 2 Tap 3 Tap Edit Adjust an adjustment option brightness contrast or color To adjust the image automatically select Auto...

Page 52: ...h transforming options tap Files Save as 6 Select a memory location if necessary 7 Enter a new file name for the image and tap Done Crop an image 1 In Menu mode tap My files Images My photos a photo file 2 Tap 3 Tap Edit Crop 4 Move the rectangle over the area you want to crop and tap Crop Done 5 When you are finished cropping tap Files Save as 6 Select a memory location if necessary 7 Enter a new...

Page 53: ... memory location if necessary 8 Enter a new file name for the image and tap Done Print images Learn to print your image with an optional PC data cable or the Bluetooth wireless feature To print an image using an optional PC data cable 1 Connect the multifunction jack on your phone to a compatible printer 2 Open an image X p 27 3 Tap More Print via USB 4 Set print options and print the image To pri...

Page 54: ...oint where you want the new video to begin 7 Tap End mark at the point where you want the new video to end 8 Tap Trim 9 When you are finished tap More Export Video Yes To save the project for future use tap More Files Save project The project will be saved in Other files 10 Enter a new file name and tap Done 11 To check the file tap Yes if necessary Split videos 1 In Menu mode tap Applications Vid...

Page 55: ...age or Import video 3 Select an image or video category an image or video Add For an image select the duration that the image displays 4 Tap More Files to add more images or videos 5 Tap Edit Insert Text 6 Tap to play the video and tap Start mark at the point where you want the text to be displayed 7 Tap End mark at the point where you want the text to be disappeared 8 Tap Insert 9 Enter text and ...

Page 56: ...nd 6 Tap Sounds a sound category a sound Add 7 When you are finished tap More Export Video Yes To save the project for future use tap More Files Save project The project will be saved in Other files 8 Enter a new file name and tap Done 9 To check the file tap Yes if necessary Synchronize data Learn to synchronize Phonebook Calendar Task and Memo with the web server you have specified Create a sync...

Page 57: ...favorite websites Create feeds 1 In Menu mode tap Applications RSS reader 2 Tap Add 3 Tap the URL input field 4 Enter the address of an RSS feed and tap Done 5 Tap OK Read RSS feeds 1 In Menu mode tap Applications RSS reader 2 Tap Update a feed Update Yes 3 Select a feed category an updated feed Customize RSS reader settings 1 In Menu mode tap Applications RSS reader 2 Tap More Settings Network se...

Page 58: ...ication Create and view world clocks Learn to view the time in another city and set world clocks to appear on your display Create a world clock 1 In Menu mode tap Organiser World clock 2 Tap Add 3 Scroll left or right to a time zone 4 Tap OK to create your world clock 5 To add more clocks repeat steps 2 4 above Add a world clock to your display In Dual Clock Display mode you can view clocks with t...

Page 59: ... sounds Drag the slider to Stop to stop an alarm without snooze Drag the slider to Stop to stop an alarm with snooze or drag the slider to Snooze to silence the alarm for the snooze period Deactivate an alarm 1 In Menu mode tap Alarms 2 Tap Off next to the alarm you want to deactivate Use the calculator 1 In Menu mode tap Organiser Calculator 2 Use the keys that correspond to the calculator displa...

Page 60: ...length of time to count down 3 Tap Start to begin the countdown 4 Tap Stop to pause the countdown 5 When the timer expires drag the slider to Stop to stop the alerts Use the stopwatch 1 In Menu mode tap Applications Stopwatch 2 Tap Start to begin the stopwatch 3 Tap Lap to record lap times 4 When you are finished tap Stop 5 Tap Reset to clear recorded times Create a new task 1 In Menu mode tap Org...

Page 61: ... tools make a sketch 4 To add motion to the sketch use one of the following methods Tap More Motion Preset an object a motion type OK Tap More Motion Motion line an object Draw a line to track and tap OK Tool Function Pen Select the line type Select the line thickness Select the line color Shape Add a circle or rectangle Change the line thickness Change the line color Select the color to fill the ...

Page 62: ...nd tap Done Manage your calendar Learn to change the calendar view and create events Change the calendar view 1 In Menu mode tap Organiser Calendar 2 Tap More View by day or View by week Create an event 1 In Menu mode tap Organiser Calendar 2 Tap Create schedule 3 Enter the details of the event as required 4 Tap Save ...

Page 63: ...stalled correctly Phone 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 or USIM card You can disable this feature by using the PIN lock menu PUK code Your SIM or USIM card is blocked usually as a result of entering your P...

Page 64: ...ed the right cellular network Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone number Another caller cannot reach you Ensure that your phone is turned on Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone number Another caller cannot hear you speaking Ensure that you are not covering the built in microphone Ensure that the microp...

Page 65: ... 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 colored contacts with a clean soft cloth and try charging the battery again If the battery will no longer charge completely dispose of the old battery properly and replace it with a new battery Your phone is hot to the touch When you...

Page 66: ...alendar see tools calendar calls advanced functions 32 answering additional calls 33 answering 22 basic functions 22 dialing additional calls 33 dialing missed calls 32 from the phonebook 34 international numbers 33 making 22 multiparty 33 placing on hold 32 recently dialed 32 retrieving held calls 32 viewing missed 32 clock see world clock conference calls see calls multiparty contacts adding 26 ...

Page 67: ...ce memos memory card 18 messages sending email 24 sending multimedia 23 sending text 23 viewing email 26 viewing multimedia 26 viewing text 26 mobile tracker 42 multimedia see messages music player creating playlists 37 customizing 38 synchronizing 37 namecards 34 offline profile 19 phone lock 22 photo browser 27 photos capturing 27 editing 44 viewing 27 ringtone 21 RSS reader see tools RSS reader...

Page 68: ...ountdown timer tools alarm 52 calculator 52 calendar 55 convertor 53 countdown timer 53 RSS reader 50 stopwatch 53 video editor 47 videos capturing 28 editing 47 viewing 28 voice memos playing 43 recording 43 volume call volume 23 key tone volume 21 wallpaper 22 web browser adding bookmarks 31 launching homepage 30 widgets 20 Windows Media Player 37 world clock creating 51 setting dual display 51 ...

Page 69: ...blish permitted levels of RF energy for the general population The guidelines are based on the safety standards that were developed by independent scientific organizations through periodic and through evaluation of scientific studies The standards include a substantial safety margin designed to assure the safety of all persons regardless of age and health The exposure standard for wireless phones ...

Page 70: ...equirement for safe exposure The tests are performed in positions and locations e g at the ear and worn on the body as required by the FCC for each model While there may be differences between the SAR levels of various phones and at various positions they all meet the government requirement The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this model phone with all reported SAR levels evaluated a...

Page 71: ...IA http www wow com com U S Food and Drug Administration FDA http www fda gov cdrh consumer World Health Organization WHO http www who int peh emf en Precautions when using batteries Never use any charger or battery that is damaged in any way Use the battery only for its intended purpose If you use the phone near the network s base station it uses less power talk and standby time are greatly affec...

Page 72: ... coin clip or pen causes a direct connection between the and terminals of the battery metal strips on the battery for example when you carry a spare battery in a pocket or bag Short circuiting the terminals may damage the battery or the object causing the short circuiting Dispose used batteries in accordance with local regulations Always recycle Do not dispose batteries in a fire Road safety Your ...

Page 73: ...y and assess the traffic if possible place calls when you are not moving or before pulling into traffic Try to plan calls when your car will be stationary If you need to make a call while moving dial only a few numbers check the road and your mirrors then continue Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may be distracting Make the people with whom you are talking aware that you ...

Page 74: ...ded that the equipment should only be used in the normal operating position held to your ear with the antenna pointing over your shoulder 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 from your wireless phone Consult the manufacturer to discuss alternatives Pacemakers P...

Page 75: ...is information Switch off your phone in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy Vehicles RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles Check with the manufacturer or its representative reg...

Page 76: ...ins 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 wire...

Page 77: ...re 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 ...

Page 78: ...phone s electronic circuit boards Do not drop knock or shake the phone Rough handling can break internal circuit boards Do not use harsh chemicals cleaning solvents or strong detergents to clean the phone Wipe it with a soft cloth slightly dampened in a mild soap and water solution Do not paint the phone Paint can clog the device s moving parts and prevent proper operation Do not put the phone in ...

Page 79: ...will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the ...

Page 80: ...o transmitter and receiver It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency RF energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U S Government These limits are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish permitted levels of RF energy for the general population The guidelines are based on safety standards that were developed by independe...

Page 81: ... 774 W Kg GSM1900 Head Max 0 487 W Kg Body Max 0 773 W Kg UMTS FDD2 Head Max 0 782 W Kg Body Max 0 571 W Kg UMTS FDD5 Head Max 0 505 W Kg Body Max 0 543 W Kg Body worn operations are restricted to Samsung supplied approved or none Samsung designated accessories that have no metal and must provide at least 1 5cm separation between the device including its antenna whether extended or retracted and t...

Page 82: ...irst responsibility A wireless phone can be an invaluable tool but good judgment must be exercised at all times while driving a motor vehicle whether on the phone or not The basic lessons are ones we all learned as teenagers Driving requires alertness caution and courtesy It requires a heavy dose of basic common sense keep your head up keep your eyes on the road check your mirrors frequently and w...

Page 83: ...reless phone within easy reach Make sure you place your wireless phone within easy reach and where you can grab it without removing your eyes from the road If you get an incoming call at an inconvenient time if possible let your voice mail answer it for you 4 Suspend conversations during hazardous driving conditions or situations Let the person you are speaking with know you are driving if necessa...

Page 84: ... you can own to protect yourself and your family in dangerous situations with your phone at your side help is only three numbers away Dial 9 1 1 or other local emergency number in the case of fire traffic accident road hazard or medical emergency Remember it is a free call on your wireless phone 9 Use your wireless phone to help others in emergencies Your wireless phone provides you a perfect oppo...

Page 85: ...m com consumer issues driving articles cfm ID 85 Appendix C Consumer Update on Wireless Phones U S Food and Drug Administration 1 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 ...

Page 86: ...dditional research In some cases other researchers have had difficulty in reproducing those studies or in determining the reasons for inconsistent results 3 What is FDA s role concerning the safety of wireless phones Under the law FDA does not review the safety of radiation emitting consumer products such as wireless phones before they can be sold as it does with new drugs or medical devices Howev...

Page 87: ...nsibilities 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 po...

Page 88: ...sment of additional research needs in the context of the latest research developments around the world 5 What steps can I take to reduce my exposure to radio frequency energy from my wireless phone If there is a risk from these products and at this point we do not know that there is it is probably very small But if you are concerned about avoiding even potential risks you can take a few simple ste...

Page 89: ...ses brain tumors or other ill effects Their recommendation to limit wireless phone use by children was strictly precautionary it was not based on scientific evidence that any health hazard exists 7 Do hands free kits for wireless phones reduce risks from exposure to RF emissions Since there are no known risks from exposure to RF emissions from wireless phones there is no reason to believe that han...

Page 90: ...a reasonable basis to substantiate their claim 9 What about wireless phone interference with medical equipment Radio frequency energy RF from wireless phones can interact with some electronic devices For this reason FDA helped develop a detailed test method to measure electromagnetic interference EMI of implanted cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators from wireless telephones This test method is no...

Page 91: ...ausing chemicals so as to be pre disposed to develop cancer in the absence of RF exposure Other studies exposed the animals to RF for up to 22 hours per day These conditions are not similar to the conditions under which people use wireless phones so we don t know with certainty what the results of such studies mean for human health Three large epidemiology studies have been published since Decembe...

Page 92: ...easurement such as the angle at which the phone is held or which model of phone is used 12 Which other federal agencies have responsibilities related to potential RF health effects Additional information on the safety of RF exposures from various sources can be obtained from the following organizations FCC RF Safety Program http www fcc gov oet rfsafety Environmental Protection Agency EPA http www...

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