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Switching on or off the phone

1.  Press and hold 

[ ]

 for more than two seconds to switch on the phone.

2.  To switch off the phone, press and hold 

[ ]

 for more than two seconds.

Changing the display language

1.  In Idle mode, press 

< Menu > 

→ 

Settings

 → 

Display

 → 

English/

.

2. Select a language.

Making a call

1.  In Idle mode, enter an area code and phone number, and press 

[ ]

.

2. Press 

[ ]

 to end the call.

3.  To dial the recent numbers you have called, press [ ] and scroll to the number 

you want to make a call.

4. Press [ ] to make a call.

Answering a call

1. When the phone rings, press 

[ ]

 to answer a call.

  To reject the call, press 

< Reject >

 or 

[ ]

.

2. To end the call, press 

[ ]

.

Adjusting the volume

1.  In Idle mode, press 

< Menu >

 → 

Settings

 → 

Sounds

 → 

Ringer vol./type

 → 

Voice calls

 → 

Volume

.

2. Press the Navigation keys to adjust the volume level.

  Press 

< Play >

 to check the volume level.

3. Press 

< OK >

.

   While a call is in progress, press up or down to adjust the earpiece volume.

Changing a ringtone for calls

1.  In Idle mode, press 

< Menu >

 → 

Settings

 → 

Sounds

 → 

Ringer

 → 

Voice calls

.

2. Press down and press left or right to scroll to a ringer type.
3. Press down to scroll to a ringer melody.

  Press 

< Play >

 to listen to a melody.

4. Press 

< OK >

.

Phone layout and keys

Your phone displays the following status indicators on the top of the screen:

Icon

Description

Received signal strength
Call in progress
Out of your service area; you cannot make or receive calls 

except for emergency calls
SOS message feature active
Roaming network
Text message
SOS message or urgent text message
Alarm set
Lock mode
Restriction on

Ringer type setting
•    : Ringer only  •    : Vibration 

•   : Ringer then vib.

•    : Silent 

•    : Vib. & ringer 

•    : 1 Beep 

•    : Vib. then ringer

SSR mode

Silent mode

Battery power level

Entering text

To change the text input mode

In a text input fi eld, press 

< Mode >

 and select the input mode you want.

T9 word mode or T9 Hindi mode

1.  Press keys 

[ 2 ]

 to 

[ 9 ]

 to start entering a word. Press each key only 

once for one letter.

  The word you are entering appears on the display. It may change with 

each keypress. Finish entering the word before editing or deleting any 

keystrokes.

Example: To enter “Hello” in T9 word mode, press 

[ 4 ]

[ 3 ]

[ 5 ]

[ 5 ]

and 

[ 6 ]

.

2. Press 

[   ]

 to insert a space and enter the next word.

ABC mode or Hindi mode

Press the keys labelled with the letter you want once for the fi rst letter, 

twice for the second letter, and so on.
For example, press 

[ 2 ]

 three times to enter “C” and 

[ 5 ]

 twice to enter “K” 

in ABC mode.

Number mode

Press the number keys corresponding to the digits you want.

Symbol mode

Press the number keys corresponding to the symbols you want. You can 

press left or right to display more symbols.

● To move the cursor, press the Navigation keys.

●  To delete characters one by one, press [   ]. To delete 

characters on the left side of the cursor, press and hold [   ].

●  To insert a space between characters, press [   ].

●  To change case in T9 word mode or ABC mode, press [   ].

●  To enter punctuation marks in T9 word mode or ABC mode, 

press [ 1 ].

Sending and viewing messages

To send a text message

1. In Idle mode, press 

< Menu >

 → 

Messages

 → 

Write

.

2. Enter the text message and press 

< OK > 

.

3. Scroll left or right to select 

Save & send

 or 

Send only

.

4. Press 

< OK >

.

5. Enter a destination number.

6. Press 

< OK >

 to send the message.

To view text messages

1.  In Idle mode, press 

< Menu >

 → 

Messages

 → 

Inbox

 → 

Phone 

or 

Card

.

2. Select a text message.

Listening to the FM radio

To listen to the radio

1. Connect the supplied headset to the phone.

2. In Idle mode, press 

< Menu >

 → 

Entertainment

 → 

FM Radio

.

3.  Press left or right to fi nd available radio stations. You can also 

press and hold left or right.

4. Press 

< Back >

 or 

[   ]

 to turn off the radio.

To store radio stations

By automatic tuning:

1.  From the radio screen, press 

<Options>

 → 

Automatic tuning

.

2. Available radio stations will be listed in the preset channels list.

3. Scroll to a station and press 

<Select>

.

By manual setup:

1. Press left or right to select the station you want.

2. Press 

<Options>

 → 

Save as a station

3. Insert the channel details and press 

<Save>

.

Activating the mobile tracker

1.  In Idle mode, press 

< Menu >

 → 

Settings

 → 

Security

 → 

Mobile 

tracker

.

2. Enter your password and press 

< OK >

.

3.  Scroll right or left to turn on the mobile tracker. You will be asked 

to accept the end user agreement to activate the mobile tracker.

4. Scroll down and press 

< Edit >

 to open the recipient list.

5. Press 

< Search >

 to open your contact list.

6. Scroll to a contact and press 

< OK >

.

7.  When you fi nish selecting the contacts, press 

< OK >

 to return to 

the recipient list.

8. Press 

< OK >

 to save the recipients.

9. Scroll down and press 

< Edit >

 to enter the sender’s name.

10. Press 

< Save > 

and enter your password, and press 

< OK >

.

You will be prompted to create and confi rm a password 

for deactivation of the mobile tracker.

The fi rst time you access mobile tracker, you will be 

prompted to create and confi rm a password.

Using the SOS message  

In an emergency, you can send SOS messages to your family or 

friends for help. 

To set the SOS message

1.  In Idle mode, press 

< Menu >

 → 

Messages

 → 

SOS Message

 → 

SOS on/off

.

2. Scroll down to select 

On

 and press 

< Save >

.

3. Press 

< Search >

 to open your contact list.

4. Scroll to a contact and press 

< OK >

.

5.  When you fi nish selecting the contacts, press 

<OK >

 to return to 

the recipient list.

6. Press 

< OK >

 to save the recipients.

To send an SOS message

1.  In Idle mode, press 

[   ]

 four times to send an SOS message to 

preset numbers.

2.  The phone switches to SOS mode and sends the preset SOS 

message. 

3. To exit SOS mode, press 

[ ]

.

The fi rst time you activate SOS message, you will be 

asked to register recipients.

You will be asked to notify to your SOS message 

recipients. Scroll left to select 

Yes

 and press 

< Select >

.

If you select 

No

, the SOS message will not be activated.

Setting the alarm

To set a new alarm

1. In Idle mode, press 

< Menu >

 → 

Organiser

 → 

Alarm

.

2. Set alarm details.

3. Press 

< Save >

.

To stop an alarm

1.  When the alarm sounds, press 

< End >

 to stop an alarm without 

snooze.

2.  Press 

< Snooze >

 or any key to stop an alarm with snooze, 

and press any key to silence the alarm for the snooze period.

To deactivate an alarm

1. In Idle mode, press 

< Menu >

 → 

Organiser

 → 

Alarm

.

2. Scroll down to off and press 

< Save >

.

Dial key

Make or answer a 

call. In Idle mode, 

retrieve recently 

dialled, missed, or 

received numbers.

Cancel/Clear key

Delete characters 

from the display. 

Return the display to 

the previous menu 

level. Send an SOS 

message when 

pressed fou r times.

► 

SOS mode

Keypad lock key

► 

Keypad lock mode

Soft keys

Perform actions 

indicated at the bot-

tom of the display.

Web access key

In Idle mode, 

access the 

BREW

 

applications.

Power/End key

Turn the phone on 

and off (press and 

hold); Ends a call; 

In Menu mode, can-

cel input and return 

to Idle mode.

Silent mode key

► 

Silent mode

Alphanumeric keys

4-way navigation keys

In Menu mode, 

scroll through menu 

options.

In Idle mode, access

your favourite menus 

directly. In Idle mode, 

press and hold up to

enter SSR mode.

► 

SSR mode

SSR mode

Silent mode

Press and hold 

up

 in Idle mode to activate or deactivate the SSR 

(Simple Smart Ringtone) mode. The SSR mode is for alerting you 

to incoming calls in noisy places, by simultaneously vibrating and 

ringing at its highest volume.

Press and hold 

[   ]

 in Idle mode to disable all sounds on the 

phone. To exit, press and hold this key again.

Keypad

lock mode

Press and hold 

[   ]

 in Idle mode to lock the keypad to ignore 

accidental key pressing. To unlock, press the left soft key and 

then 

[   ]

.

SOS mode

Press 

[   ]

 four times in Idle mode to send an SOS message to preset 

numbers. Once the SOS message is sent, the phone will change to 

SOS mode and will receive calls only from the registered recipients. 

Upon receiving a call from the SOS message recipients, the phone will 

automatically answer the call. Press 

[   ]

 to exit SOS mode.

Instructional symbols

Note

notes, usage tips, or additional information

Followed by

the order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; for 

example: Press <

Menu

> → 

Messages

 → 

Write

 (represents 

Menu

followed by 

Messages

, followed by 

Write

)

[     ]

 

Square brackets

phone keys; for example: [ 

 

] (represents the Power/Menu exit key)

<    >

Angled brackets

softkeys that control different functions at each screen; for example: 

<OK> (represents the OK softkey)

Installing the UIM card and battery

Charging the battery

1.  Plug the supplied travel 

adapter.

2.  When charging is fi nished, 

unplug the adapter.

Note

   Do not remove the battery from the phone without unplugging 

the adapter fi rst. Otherwise, the phone may be damaged.

1.  Remove the battery cover 

and insert the UIM card.

2.  Insert the battery and 

replace the battery cover.

Battery cover

Battery

To AC wall outlet

UIM Card

The stereo audio output is not available for this model. 

You may hear the mono sound through a single audio 

channel even if you use a stereo headset. This is not a 

problem of the product.

Summary of Contents for SCH-B279

Page 1: ...hands Water damage to your phone can void your manufacturer s warranty Avoid using or storing your phone in dusty dirty areas to prevent damage to moving parts Your phone is a complex electronic device protect it from impacts and rough handling to avoid serious damage Do not paint your phone as paint can clog moving parts and prevent proper operation Avoid using the phone s camera flash or light cl...

Page 2: ... the recipient list 5 Press Search to open your contact list 6 Scroll to a contact and press OK 7 When you finish selecting the contacts press OK to return to the recipient list 8 Press OK to save the recipients 9 Scroll down and press Edit to enter the sender s name 10 Press Save and enter your password and press OK You will be prompted to create and confirm a password for deactivation of the mobil...

Page 3: ...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 4: ...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 5: ...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 6: ... 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 7: ...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 8: ...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 9: ...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 10: ...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 11: ...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 12: ...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 13: ...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 14: ...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 15: ...this model phone as reported to FCC are CDMA Head Max 1 12 W Kg Body Max 1 32 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 the user s body None compliance to the above restrictions may violate FCC RF...

Page 16: ...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 17: ...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 18: ... 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 19: ...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 20: ...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 21: ...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 22: ...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 23: ...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 24: ...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 25: ...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 26: ...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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