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Understanding Your Phone       15

Rear View of Your Phone

Features

1. Headset Connector

: Used to connect an optional 

headset (for hands-free operation and/or music 

playback) or an optional TTY device.

2. Camera Lens

: The lens of your built-in camera. 

3. Power

/

USB Connector

: Used to connect charging 

accessories or optional USB Data cable to your phone. 

4. Speaker

: Reproduces music and other sounds played 

by your phone.

Command Keys

Left Soft Key

Some functions of the 

Left Soft Key

 (

) are as follows: 

• 

In standby mode, press the 

Left Soft Key

 to open the 

Messaging

 

screen. 

• 

When entering text, press the 

Left Soft Key

 to select an entry 

mode. (For more information, refer to 

“Entering Text”

  on page 

30.

Right Soft Key

Some functions of the 

Right Soft Key

 (

) are as follows: 

• 

From the standby mode, press the 

Right Soft Key

 open your 

CONTACTS LIST

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Summary of Contents for SCH-R390X

Page 1: ...S C H R 3 9 0 M O B I L E P H O N E User Manual Please read this manual before operating your phone and keep it for future reference...

Page 2: ...suppliers Open Source Software Some software components of this product incorporate source code covered under GNU General Public License GPL GNU Lesser General Public License LGPL OpenSSL License BSD...

Page 3: ...Y CAUSE YOUR DEVICE AND APPLICATIONS TO WORK IMPROPERLY Samsung Telecommunications America STA LLC 2012 Samsung Telecommunications America LLC Samsung is a registered trademark of Samsung Electronics...

Page 4: ...Inc or its affiliates in the United States and or other countries The Bluetooth word mark figure mark stylized B Design and combination mark Bluetooth word mark and B Design are registered trademarks...

Page 5: ...28 Making Calls Using Calls 28 Creating or Updating Contacts Using Calls 28 Deleting Call Records 28 Deleting All Call Records 29 Viewing Call Timers 29 Message Counter 29 Section 4 Entering Text 30...

Page 6: ...ll Settings 75 Phone Settings 76 Phone Info 81 Memory 81 Section 11 Health and Safety Information 82 Exposure to Radio Frequency RF Signals 82 Specific Absorption Rate SAR Certification Information 87...

Page 7: ...3 Section 12 Warranty Information 105 Standard Limited Warranty 105 End User License Agreement for Software 110 Index 116...

Page 8: ...portant information quick methods for activating features to define terms and more The definitions for these methods are as follows Notes Explain alternative options within the current feature menu or...

Page 9: ...the Battery on page 7 Warning Use only Samsung approved charging devices and batteries Samsung accessories are designed to maximize battery life Using other accessories may invalidate your warranty a...

Page 10: ...attery cover on page 5 2 Insert the top end of the battery into the phone housing aligning the gold contacts on the battery with the gold contacts in the phone Push down on the bottom of the battery d...

Page 11: ...hone from any 120 220 VAC outlet Note The battery comes partially charged You must fully charge the battery before first use A fully discharged battery requires up to 4 hours of charge time After the...

Page 12: ...y icon indicates a near empty battery A blinking empty battery icon and a tone sounding indicate you have two to three minutes before the battery is too low to operate the phone If you continue to ope...

Page 13: ...s callers to leave voice messages which can be retrieved any time Note Once your Voicemail account has been set up you can use the Voicemail folder under the Messages menu to view details of voice mes...

Page 14: ...from the memory card and prepares it for use with your phone Formatting a Memory Card using Your Phone 1 In standby mode press Menu Settings Memory Card Memory Format Card and press OK 2 At the promp...

Page 15: ...CDMA 2000 1x Technology Bluetooth Wireless Technology see Note Global Positioning System GPS Technology Digital Assistant Tools QWERTY Keypad Text SMS Picture Video MMS Email Commercial Mobile Alerti...

Page 16: ...e command displayed at the center of the bottom line of the display 7 Back Key In a text entry field press to delete characters In menu mode press to return to a previous screen or menu 8 End Power Ke...

Page 17: ...From standby mode press and hold this key to lock the keypad 5 Voice Commands Key From standby mode press and hold to launch Voice SVC For more information refer to Voice Commands on page 24 6 Space V...

Page 18: ...ll lets you temporarily mute the ringer 2 microSD Memory Card Slot Lets you install and remove optional microSD Memory Card for additional image photo storage and for music storage 3 Camera Key From s...

Page 19: ...USB Data cable to your phone 4 Speaker Reproduces music and other sounds played by your phone Command Keys Left Soft Key Some functions of the Left Soft Key are as follows In standby mode press the Le...

Page 20: ...ay the ALL CALLS list Press the SendKey twice in standby mode to call the most recent number With two active calls press the SendKey to pick up a waiting call Press the Send Key again to switch back t...

Page 21: ...ey to switch between Abc initial case ABC upper case and abc lower case modes Press and hold the Shift Key to switch to T9 Word mode For more information refer to Entering Text on page 30 Fn Key While...

Page 22: ...press the Spacebar Silence Key to insert a space between character or words Calendar Key In standby mode press the Calendar Key on the QWERTY keyboard to quickly open Calendar function Message Key In...

Page 23: ...nctions The sample screen shows that pressing the Right Soft Key Contacts will show the Contacts Find screen Display Screen Icons Your phone can show you definitions of the icons that display on the t...

Page 24: ...20 Completed Example Message Saved Information Example New Message Error Example System Error Warning Example Low Battery Memory Full...

Page 25: ...ation 3 Press Send to place the call Manual Pause Calling To manually call a number with pause s without storing it in your Contacts list 1 In standby mode enter the number you wish to call 2 Press Op...

Page 26: ...or all of your international calls to numbers in the same country set up the International Dialing shortcut to dial that country s code for you For more information refer to Assigning a Speed Dial Lo...

Page 27: ...es at the Remove speed dial prompt to remove the entry Answering a Call Press Send to answer an incoming call Note To choose other options for answering calls see Answer Options on page 75 Sending Cal...

Page 28: ...Select a voice privacy mode Standard or Enhanced 2 Press Mute Unmute to control whether the other caller can hear you Voice Commands Voice Commands is advanced speech recognition software that recogn...

Page 29: ...ed by A Contact Name to call the default telephone number for a contact Or say Call followed by the type of number Mobile 1 Home or Business Telephone Number to dial phone number Voicemail to access v...

Page 30: ...lays the current time and date Signal Strength Displays and announces the current signal strength level Battery Level Displays and announces the current battery level Volume Displays the Master Volume...

Page 31: ...recognition is not confident it hasrecognizedanameornumbercorrectly alist of up tothree choices displays Sensitivity Controls how voice recognition determines when a spoken word is a match If you fre...

Page 32: ...by mode press Menu Calls and locate a call from All Missed Received or Dialed calls or In standby mode press Send 2 Highlight a call record then press Options Save to Contacts 3 Use the Directional Ke...

Page 33: ...ng Call Timers 1 In standby mode press Menu Calls View Timers 2 The Timers for Last Call All Calls Received Calls Dialed Calls Roaming Calls Transmit Data Received Data Total Data Last Reset Lifetime...

Page 34: ...bc ABC Abc mode is standard text entry mode for mobile telephones and is the default text entry mode when using the external keypad 123 Sym Press shift plus a number or symbol to enter a number or sym...

Page 35: ...ring Text 31 Tip Press Prev or Next to display and select from one of the three panels Press the key for the number corresponding to a symbol to enter it Domain Extensions Places com net or edu after...

Page 36: ...plays on the screen 3 When the desired entry is listed on the screen highlight the entry or use the navigation key to scroll through the contacts numbers and press Send to the selected dial the number...

Page 37: ...rsor in the Name field 2 Enter the name of the new contact 3 Press the Down Navigation key and enter information into the other desired fields for this contact 4 Press SAVE to save the new entry Editi...

Page 38: ...ter a name for the new entry 4 Press SAVE to save the new entry to your Contacts list Add to an Existing Entry 1 From the Save screen select Update Existing The UPDATE EXISTING screen displays your Co...

Page 39: ...hlight the Contact entry Name Card and press Options Send Name Card via Bluetooth 3 Press MARK next to each contact that you want to send a Name Card via Bluetooth and press Done 4 If you have not add...

Page 40: ...en press SAVE Add Contacts Entry to a Group Using Add New Edit Contact Option To add a Contact to a Group using either the Add New Contact option or the Edit Contact option do the following Using Add...

Page 41: ...ress SAVE Remove a Contact from a Group 1 In standby mode press Menu Contacts Groups 2 Highlight the Group in which to remove a contact and press VIEW 3 Highlight the Contact to remove and press EDIT...

Page 42: ...of memory you have used to store Contacts entries as well as the memory remaining to store more Contacts entries In standby mode press Menu Contacts Memory Info The MEMORY INFO screen displays the To...

Page 43: ...ng 2 Press New Message Text Message 3 Enter the phone number or e mail address of the recipient or press Add to select recipients from From Contacts Choose contacts from the Contacts List Recent Calls...

Page 44: ...ss New Message Picture Message 3 Enter the phone number or e mail address of the recipient using the keypad or press Add to select recipients from From Contacts Choose contacts from the Contacts List...

Page 45: ...from the Contacts List Recent Calls Select a number from the RECENT CALLS list Groups Choose a contacts Group Online Album Adds a contact saved to your Online Album 4 Enter text for this Video message...

Page 46: ...email and Emergency Alerts are stored in the Inbox Tip In standby mode select View New or View Later 1 In standby mode press Messaging Inbox 2 Highlight the message to view then press OPEN to view con...

Page 47: ...age Reply w Copy Text Messages Only Compose and send a reply message to the originator of the received message and include a copy of the original message Forward Send a copy of this message to another...

Page 48: ...ere composed but never sent You can view edit or send a draft message 1 In standby mode press Messaging Drafts The DRAFTS screen displays a list of drafted messages 2 Highlight a message in the list T...

Page 49: ...a If you travel outside your provider s coverage area wireless emergency alerts may not be available 1 In standby mode press Messaging CMAS The Emergency Alerts folder displays a list of received CMAS...

Page 50: ...Choose whether or not to vibrate when you receive a CMAS message Reminder Soundatoneorvibrateaspecifiednumberoftimes as a reminder until the CMAS message is viewed Selections are Once Every 2 minutes...

Page 51: ...OK 3 Highlight Twitter and press OK 4 Read the TWITTER HELP screen and press OK 5 Select one of the following and press OK Tweet Create a twitter message to post and post it Go to Twitter Launches the...

Page 52: ...e Messages You can erase all of the messages in any or all of message boxes using one convenient sub menu Note This function erases all messages in the selected message box To delete a single message...

Page 53: ...ges stored except Voicemail 3 Select the message box containing the messages you want to delete and press the Center Select Key You re prompted to confirm the erasure of all messages in the selected b...

Page 54: ...lect Key For more information refer to Camera Options on page 51 Point Click and Send Pictures 1 In standby mode press Menu Multimedia Camera 2 Press the Center Select Key to capture a photo 3 Press t...

Page 55: ...displays After taking a picture the following screen displays Camera Options Menu These options display when you press the Options soft key 1 My Images Displays the image gallery 2 Camera Takes a pict...

Page 56: ...ed light sensing for low light conditions or Off to use available light Self Timer Set a timer for a delay between pressing the Camera Key and the taking of the photo Choosea timerofOff 2Sec 5Sec or 1...

Page 57: ...age as the Main Wallpaper Lock Screen Wallpaper or as the Picture ID for a Contact Erase Files Delete one or more marked images from the My Images folder Move Relocate the currently highlighted or dis...

Page 58: ...ptions display before recording a video Video Options Menu 1 Save Saves the video to the gallery 2 Send Sends this video in a Video Message 1 2 3 3 Delete Deletes this video My Videos Displays the vid...

Page 59: ...source from Auto Sunny Cloudy Tungsten or Fluorescent Self Timer Set a timer for a delay between pressingtheCamcorderKeyandrecordingthe video Choose a timer ofOff 2Sec 5Sec or 10 Sec Color Effect Set...

Page 60: ...onto an optional microSD Memory Card using a personal computer For information on loading music files on a Memory Card see Loading Music Files on page 58 Launching the Music Library Menu Each time yo...

Page 61: ...Name Size Length Bit rate or Copyright Playing Music 1 In standby mode press Menu Multimedia Music Player Library 2 Select the desired option and press VIEW A list of music files displays on the scre...

Page 62: ...microSDHC Memory Card into your phone 2 Turn on the phone 3 Connect the microUSB end of the USB Data Cable to the power accessory connector on your phone 4 Check that the PC Connection setting is set...

Page 63: ...of the following Press Set As to assign the highlighted as a Ringtone a Contact ID or an Alert Sounds Press PLAY to playback the highlighted file Press Options the following options display on the sc...

Page 64: ...n screen items in any of the following ways Text or numeric input Links embedded in content Numbered options some may not be numbered Simple text You can act upon options or links by using the soft ke...

Page 65: ...enabled Bluetooth highlight Yes and press OK at the Turn bluetooth power on prompt Navigation Key Use to browse lists and options BackKey Pressoncetobackuponepage Press and hold to go back to home pag...

Page 66: ...oth Settings allow you to set your phone s Bluetooth availability and view and set information about your phone s Bluetooth capabilities In standby mode press Menu Tools Bluetooth Options My Phone Nam...

Page 67: ...nections 63 1 Insert a microSD or microSDHC Memory Card into the phone 2 From the Settings menu select Phone Settings PC Connection USB Mass Storage and press SET 3 Download your file s or application...

Page 68: ...On Off In standby mode press Menu Tools Bluetooth Turn On For more information refer to Bluetooth on page 61 Add a New Device To pair with a Bluetooth device see Add New Device on page 61 Calculator T...

Page 69: ...ration Power Raise the current number to the power of your next entry 5 Use the keypad to enter the next number in the calculation 6 Repeat steps 3 and 4 and necessary 7 Press OK to view the result Ti...

Page 70: ...y mode press Menu Tools Calculator Converter 2 Select the conversion feature and press OK 3 Use the Left and Right Navigation keys to select the measurement above the From field 4 Enter the measure to...

Page 71: ...nder field and use the Left or Right Navigation keys to select the number of times you want a reminder to display 11 Highlight the Alert Tone field and press Set then select an alert tone and press SE...

Page 72: ...ld and press Set then select the amount of time to delay sounding the alarm each time you press Snooze 7 Highlight the Repeat field and press Set then select the number of times to repeat this alarm a...

Page 73: ...ct a location and display a particular time zone then press OK 4 Press DST On to activate Daylight Saving Time for the selected time zone 5 Press Home highlight Yes and press OK to set this as your Lo...

Page 74: ...rage mode so you can transfer files from the PC to the phone Important You must insert a memory card to use this feature In standby mode press Menu Tools USB Mass Storage For more information refer to...

Page 75: ...ces are available Display Settings Display settings let you change your phone s menu display display brightness and contrast and display content to better meet your needs From the Settings menu select...

Page 76: ...t Normal or Large and press SET Personal Banner Personal Banner lets you change the banner text that appears on the Home screen 1 From the Settings menu select Display Settings Personal Banner The PER...

Page 77: ...ttings Master Volume 2 Press the Left or Right Navigation key to select the sound level Selections are All Sounds Off Alarm Only Vibrate Only Low Medium Low Medium Medium High or High 3 Press Play to...

Page 78: ...Settings menu select Sounds Settings Keypad Sounds then select Default or Lucid Keypad Volume You can select the volume at which your phone produces Keypad Sounds From the Settings menu select Sounds...

Page 79: ...or Send Only and press OK Auto Answer Auto Answer lets you set your phone to automatically answer calls after 1 3 or 5 seconds 1 From the Settings menu select Call Settings Auto Answer 2 Select After...

Page 80: ...nes or computerized telephone systems 1 From the Settings menu select Call Settings DTMF Tones 2 Highlight Normal or Long and press SET Phone Settings You can set or reset the operating characteristic...

Page 81: ...enu select Phone Settings Security Edit Codes 2 Enter a new 4 digit code twice Phone Lock Setting The Lock Phone option lets you Lock or Unlock your phone immediately or set your phone to lock itself...

Page 82: ...s 2 Select Calls SMS Messages MMS Messages or Data and press OK 3 Select Incoming or Outgoing and press OK 4 Select a setting Allow All Allow Contacts or Allow None Factory Data Reset The Factory Data...

Page 83: ...ceives date and time information from the wireless network When you are outside network coverage you may want to set date and time information manually using the Date and time settings Important You c...

Page 84: ...setting or Bluetooth or disable No Connection setting the phone s ability to act as a USB flash drive provided you have installed an optional microSD or microSDHC Memory Card and an optional USB Data...

Page 85: ...g on this phone Memory 1 From the Settings menu select Memory 2 Select one of the following options Save Options Allow you to select a default storage location for images sounds or videos Phone Memory...

Page 86: ...io frequency energy emitted by cell phones While some researchers have reported biological changes associated with RF energy these studies have failed to be replicated The majority of studies publishe...

Page 87: ...ell phones and adverse health outcomes Still the scientific community has supported additional research to address gaps in knowledge Some of these studies are described below Interphone Study Interpho...

Page 88: ...ttp www creal cat programes recerca en_projectes creal view php ID 39 Surveillance Epidemiology and End Results SEER Program of the National Cancer Institute The National Cancer Institute NCI actively...

Page 89: ...of body worn accessories such as belt clips and holsters Combinations of these can be used to reduce RF energy absorption from cell phones Headsets can substantially reduce exposure because the phone...

Page 90: ...e such a recommendation in December 2000 In this report a group of independent experts noted that no evidence exists that using a cell phone causes brain tumors or other ill effects Their recommendati...

Page 91: ...re of the rate of absorption of RF energy by the human body expressed in units of watts per kilogram W kg The FCC requires wireless phones to comply with a safety limit of 1 6 watts per kilogram 1 6 W...

Page 92: ...particular phone Additional SAR information can also be obtained at http www fcc gov encyclopedia specific absorption rate sar cellular telephones FCC Part 15 Information to User Pursuant to part 15...

Page 93: ...tion please contact your wireless provider Smart Practices While Driving On the Road Off the Phone The primary responsibility of every driver is the safe operation of his or her vehicle Responsible dr...

Page 94: ...c locations in the automobile Be sure to consult the state and local laws or ordinances where you drive before mounting this device in an automobile Failure to comply with these restrictions could res...

Page 95: ...verheated Do not handle a damaged or leaking battery Do not let leaking battery fluid come in contact with your eyes skin or clothing For safe disposal options contact your nearest Samsung authorized...

Page 96: ...e risk of fire explosion or leakage leading to serious injuries damages to your phone or other serious hazard Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling Samsung cares for the environment and encourages its...

Page 97: ...battery to the address listed via U S Mail for recycling Dispose of unwanted electronics through an approved recycler To find the nearest recycling location go to our website www samsung com recycling...

Page 98: ...responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a non metallic stylus Using excessive force or a metallic object when pressing on the touch screen may damage the tempered glass surface...

Page 99: ...ays tell the emergency responder your location to the best of your ability and Remain on the mobile device for as long as the emergency responder instructs you Navigation Maps directions and other nav...

Page 100: ...ssary information as accurately as possible Remember that your mobile device may be the only means of communication at the scene of an accident do not cut off the call until given permission to do so...

Page 101: ...Prolonged exposure to loud sounds including music is the most common cause of preventable hearing loss Some scientific research suggests that using portable audio devices such as portable music playe...

Page 102: ...e noise cancelling headphones should allow you to hear the music at lower volumes than when using earbuds Limit the amount of time you listen As the volume increases less time is required before you h...

Page 103: ...o Frequency RF signals However certain electronic equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals from your wireless mobile device Consult the manufacturer to discuss alternatives National Instit...

Page 104: ...see http www fcc gov oet rfsafety rf faqs html Other Medical Devices If you use any other personal medical devices consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded fr...

Page 105: ...e the battery leave it as is Then dry the device with a towel and take it to a service center FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility HAC Regulations for Wireless Devices The U S Federal Communications Commissi...

Page 106: ...e coupling with hearing aids operating in telecoil mode Hearing devices may also be rated Your hearing aid manufacturer or hearing health professional may help you find this rating Higher ratings mean...

Page 107: ...py of this standard contact the National Fire Protection Association Cautions Any changes or modifications to your mobile device not expressly approved in this document could void your warranty for th...

Page 108: ...o the aircraft s operation Check with appropriate authorities before using any function of a mobile device while on an aircraft Failure to observe these instructions may lead to the suspension or deni...

Page 109: ...ches dents and cosmetic damage unless caused by SAMSUNG c defects or damage resulting from excessive force or use of a metallic object when pressing on a touch screen d equipment that has the serial n...

Page 110: ...a period of ninety 90 days All other repaired replaced Products will be warranted for a period equal to the remainder of the original Limited Warranty on the original Product or for ninety 90 days wh...

Page 111: ...ANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS EXPRESS OR IMPLIED STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE AS TO THE QUALITY CAPABILITIES OPERATIONS PERFORMANCE OR SUITABILITY OF ANY THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT USED IN CONJUNCTION WI...

Page 112: ...terpretation and application of this arbitration provision and the Limited Warranty For any arbitration in which your total damage claims exclusive of attorney fees and expert witness fees are 5 000 0...

Page 113: ...that will be effective to opt out of this dispute resolution procedure Opting out of this dispute resolution procedure will not affect the coverage of the Limited Warranty in any way and you will cont...

Page 114: ...SE DISABLE THE I ACCEPT AND STILL INSTALL COPY DOWNLOAD ACCESS OR OTHERWISE USE THE SOFTWARE YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS OF THIS EULA IF YOU DO NOT ACCEPT THE TERMS IN THIS EULA YOU MUST CLICK...

Page 115: ...on components if any of the Software that Samsung may provide to you or make available to you after the date you obtain your initial copy of the Software unless we provide other terms along with such...

Page 116: ...ve nature References on this mobile device to any names marks products or services of any third parties are provided solely as a convenience to Purchaser and do not constitute or imply an endorsement...

Page 117: ...ATISFACTORY QUALITY OR WORKMANLIKE EFFORT FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE RELIABILITY OR AVAILABILITY ACCURACY LACK OF VIRUSES QUIET ENJOYMENT NON INFRINGEMENT OF THIRD PARTY RIGHTS OR OTHER VIOLATIO...

Page 118: ...ABLE LAW EVEN IF ANY REMEDY FAILS ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE 12 U S Government End Users Restricted Rights The Software is licensed only with restricted rights and as commercial items consisting of commerc...

Page 119: ...is the entire agreement between you and Samsung relating to the Software and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous oral or written communications proposals and representations with respect to the So...

Page 120: ...r 60 Using Links 60 C Calculator 64 Call Answer 75 Call Functions answering a call 23 answering Call Waiting calls 24 Call In Progress options 24 Making a Call 21 sending calls to Voicemail 23 Voice C...

Page 121: ...cemail 9 GPS AGPS 94 GPS Setting 71 H Health and Safety Information 82 I Inbox Folder 42 L Language 77 Lock Phone 77 M Master Volume 73 Memory Card formatting 10 installing 9 removing 10 Memory Info 8...

Page 122: ...t Phone 78 Restriction 78 Security Sub Menu 77 Settings Auto Answer 75 Auto Retry 75 Backlight 72 Call Answer 75 Language 77 Location Setting 71 Master Volume 73 Memory Info 81 TTY Mode 75 Wallpaper 7...

Page 123: ...Number After a Call 33 Speed Dial 37 V Viewing CMAS Alerts 45 Emergency Alerts 45 Voice Commands 24 calling 25 checking status 26 look up 25 opening menus or applications 25 sending messages 25 settin...

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