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SCH-B229
Mobile Phone
user manual
Safety precautions
To prevent injury to yourself and others or damage to your device, read all of the following information before using your device.
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.
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.
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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.
Let the person you are speaking with know you are driving.
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Suspend calls in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions.
Rain, sleet, snow, ice, and heavy traffic can be hazardous.
Do not take notes or look up phone numbers. Jotting down a
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“to do” list or flipping through your address book takes attention
away from your primary responsibility of driving safely.
Warning: Prevent electric shock, fire, and
explosions
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,
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such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may
explode when overheated.
Never crush or puncture the battery. Avoid exposing the battery
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to 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
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hot temperatures.
Extreme temperatures can cause the deformation of the device
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and reduce the charging capacity and life of your device and
batteries.
Prevent batteries from contacting metal objects, as this can
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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.
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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.
If you must use your device, keep at least 15 cm away from the
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pacemaker.
To minimise the possible interference with a pacemaker,
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use your 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
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instead of removing the battery.
Always comply with regulations, instructions and signs in
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potentially explosive environments.
Do not use your device at refuelling points (service stations),
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near 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.
Dial sensibly and assess the traffic. Place calls when you are
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not moving or before pulling into traffic. Try to plan calls when
your car will be stationary. If you need to make a call, dial
only a few numbers, check the road and your mirrors, then
continue.
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
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in the case of fire, traffic accident, or medical emergencies.
Use your device to help others in emergencies. If you see an
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auto 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
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assistance number when necessary. If you see a broken-down
vehicle posing no serious hazard, a broken traffic signal, a
minor traffic accident where no 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.
When wet, remove the battery without turning on your device.
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Dry your 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
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periods 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
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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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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.
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
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recharged 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
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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.
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If children use the device, make sure that they use the device
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properly.
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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Avoid contact with your device’s internal antenna. Touching
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the antenna may reduce the call quality or cause the device to
transmit more radio frequency than necessary.
Internal antenna
When cleaning your device:
Wipe your device or charger with a towel or a rubber.
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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
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in your vehicle are securely mounted.
Avoid placing your device and accessories near or in an air
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bag deployment area. Improperly installed wireless equipment
can cause serious injury when air bags inflate rapidly.
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.
Hold the device with a relaxed grip, press the keys lightly, use
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special features that reduce the number of keys you have to
press (such as templates and predictive text), and take frequent
breaks.
Protect your hearing
Excessive exposure to loud sounds can cause
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hearing damage.
Exposure to loud sounds while driving may
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distract 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.
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.
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.
Handle UIM cards with care
Do not remove a card while the device is transferring or
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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, and
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electrical noise from other devices.
Do not touch gold-coloured contacts or terminals with your
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fingers 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 alternate method of contacting
emergency services personnel.
Be sure to back up important data
Samsung is not responsible for data loss.
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
Your device conforms to European Union (EU) standards that limit
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 Absorption Rate, or SAR) of 2.0 W/kg.
In normal use, the actual SAR is likely to be much lower, as the
device 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 device reduces your
overall exposure to RF energy.
For more information about the SAR and related EU standards,
visit the Samsung website.
Some of the contents in this manual may differ from
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your phone depending on the software of the phone
or your service provider.
Third party services may be terminated or interrupted
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at any 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
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software. The exact terms of the licences,
disclaimers, acknowledgements and notices are
available on the Samsung's website
opensource.samsung.com.
Printed in China
GH68-34868A
English (IND). 08/2011. Rev. 1.0
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4-way navigation key
Scroll through menu
options; In Idle mode,
access user-defined
menus (left/right/up/down)
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
recently dialled, missed,
or received numbers
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Alphanumeric keys
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Lock key
In Idle mode, lock or
unlock the keypad (press
and hold)
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Softkeys
Perform actions indicated
at the bottom of the
display
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Power/End key
Turn the phone on and
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
Depending on your service
provider or region, the key
may perform differently
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Silent profile key
In ldle mode, activate
or deactivate the silent
profile (press and hold)
Phone layout
Icon
Description
No signal
Signal strength
Call in progress
SOS message feature activated
Roaming (outside of normal service area)
Alarm activated
New text message
New voice mail message
Normal profile activated
Silent profile activated
Battery power level
Your phone displays the following status indicators
on the top of the screen:
