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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 xxxxxA English LTN 04 2008 Rev 1 0 ...

Page 2: ...Draft 02 2008 04 10 Version J160LUMHD1 SGH J160L user manual ...

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: ...tems Inc Followed by the order of options or menus you must select to perform a step for example Press Menu Messages Create new message represents Menu followed by Messages followed by Create new message 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 ...

Page 5: ... precautions 4 Important usage information 7 introducing your mobile phone 10 Unpack 10 Phone layout 11 Keys 12 Display 13 Icons 13 assembling and preparing your mobile phone 15 Install the SIM card and battery 15 Charge the battery 17 Insert a memory card optional 18 ...

Page 6: ...functions 29 Use advanced Contacts functions 31 Use advanced messaging functions 32 Use advanced music functions 33 using tools and applications 35 Activate and send an SOS message 35 Activate the mobile tracker 36 Record and play voice memos 37 Use Java powered games 37 View world clocks 38 Set and use alarms 38 Use the calculator 39 Convert measurements 39 Set a countdown timer 39 Use the stopwa...

Page 7: ...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 8: ... in a fire Follow all local regulations when disposing used batteries Never place batteries or phones on or in heating devices such as microwave ovens stoves or radiators Batteries may explode when overheated Never crush or puncture the battery Avoid exposing the battery to high external pressure which can lead to an internal short circuit and overheating Avoid interference with pacemakers Maintai...

Page 9: ...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 10: ...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 11: ... 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 12: ...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 13: ...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 Network Frequency Specific Absorption Rate W kg Held to ear Worn on body GSM850 x xx x xx GSM900 x xx x xx ...

Page 14: ...safety and usage information 9 ...

Page 15: ... 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 16: ...ures Power Menu exit key Alphanumeric keys Mouthpiece Left softkey Dial key Special function keys Confirm key Right softkey Delete key Earpiece Display Volume key Memory card slot 4 way navigation key You can lock the keys to prevent any unwanted phone operations To lock these keys press and hold Yes To unlock press Unlock OK Multifunction jack Camera lens Battery cover ...

Page 17: ...etrieve recently dialed missed or received numbers Delete Delete characters Power Menu exit Turn the phone on and off press and hold End a call In Menu mode cancel input and return to Idle mode Alpha numeric Enter numbers letters and special characters In Idle mode press and hold 1 to access voice mails and 0 to enter an international call prefix Special function Enter special characters or perfor...

Page 18: ...c area Displays messages instructions and information you enter Softkey line Displays the current actions assigned to each softkey Select Back Icon Definition Signal strength GPRS network connected Transferring data via GPRS EDGE network connected Transferring data via EDGE UMTS network connected Transferring data via UMTS Call in progress No service available SOS message feature activated ...

Page 19: ...e Memory card inserted New text message SMS New multimedia message MMS New email message New voice mail message New push message New configuration message Icon Definition Normal profile activated Silent profile activated Driving profile activated Meeting profile activated Outdoor profile activated Offline profile activated Battery power level Icon Definition ...

Page 20: ...its first use Install the SIM 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 install the SIM card and battery 1 Remove the battery cover If the phone is on press and hold to turn it off ...

Page 21: ...16 assembling and preparing your mobile phone 2 Insert the SIM card 3 Insert the battery 4 Replace the battery cover Place the SIM card in the phone with the gold colored contacts facing down ...

Page 22: ... the travel adapter into the multifunction jack 3 Plug the large end of the travel adapter into a power outlet 4 When the battery is fully charged the icon is no longer moving unplug the travel adapter from the power outlet 5 Unplug the travel adapter from the phone With the triangle facing up Improperly connecting the travel adapter can cause serious damage to the phone Any damages by misuse are ...

Page 23: ... 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 phone will emit a warning tone and a low battery message The battery icon will a...

Page 24: ... if necessary To turn 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 airplane and hospitals To switch to the Offline profile press Menu Settings Profiles Offline Follow all posted warnings and directions from official personnel when in areas whe...

Page 25: ...h your preferences Adjust the volume of the key tones In Idle mode press to adjust the key tone volume Switch to or from the Silent profile In Idle mode press and hold to silence or unsilence your phone Change your ringtone 1 In Idle mode press Menu Settings Profiles 2 Scroll to the profile you are using 3 Press Options Edit Voice call ringtone 4 Select a ringtone category a ringtone 5 Press Optio...

Page 26: ...one lock 2 Select On 3 Enter a new 4 to 8 digit password and press Confirm 4 Enter the new password again and press Confirm Use basic call functions Learn to make or answer calls and use basic call functions Make a call 1 In Idle mode enter an area code and a phone number 2 Press to dial the number 3 To end the call press Answer a call 1 When a call comes in press 2 To end the call press Adjust th...

Page 27: ...r a call press and hold the headset button To end a call press and hold 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 Idle mode press Menu Messages Create new message Message 2 Enter a destination number and scroll down 3 Enter your message text X p 23 For sending as a text message skip to step 8 F...

Page 28: ...ss Options Add attachment or Create item and attach a file if necessary 6 Press Options Send to send the message Enter text When entering text you can change the text input mode Press and hold to switch between T9 and ABC modes Press to change case or switch to Number mode Press and hold to switch to Symbol mode Enter text in one of the following modes Mode Function ABC Press the appropriate alpha...

Page 29: ...nd find contacts Learn the basics of using the Contacts feature Add a new contact 1 In Idle mode enter a phone number and press Options 2 Select Save to Contacts a memory location phone or SIM New T9 1 Press the appropriate alphanumeric keys to enter an entire word 2 When the word displays correctly press to insert a space If the correct word does not display press 0 to select an alternate word Nu...

Page 30: ... basic camera functions Learn the basics to capture and view photos and videos Capture photos 1 In Idle mode scroll up to turn on the camera 2 Aim the lens at the subject and make any adjustments 3 Press the Confirm key to take a photo The photo is saved automatically 4 Press to take another photo step 2 View photos In Idle mode press Menu My files Images My photos a photo file Once you have found...

Page 31: ...ther video step 3 View videos In Idle mode press Menu My files Videos My video clips a video file Listen to music Learn how to listen to music via the music player or FM radio Listen to the FM radio 1 Plug the supplied headset into the phone s multifunction jack 2 In Idle mode press Menu Media FM radio 3 Press Yes to start automatic tuning The radio scans and saves available stations automatically...

Page 32: ...les to your phone or memory card 1 In Idle mode press Menu Media Music Player 2 Press Library 3 Select a music category a music file 4 Control playback using the following keys Browse the web Learn to access and bookmark your favorite web pages Browse web pages 1 In Idle mode press the Confirm key to launch your service provider s homepage Key Function Confirm Pause or resume playback Adjust the v...

Page 33: ...nu Browser Bookmarks 2 Press Options Add bookmark 3 Enter a page title and a web address URL 4 Press Save Key Function Navigation Scroll up or down on a web page Confirm Select an item Back Return to the previous page Options Access a list of browser options Depending on your service provider Browser may be labelled differently ...

Page 34: ...ut your phone s additional calling capabilities View and dial missed calls Your phone will display calls you have missed on the display To dial the number of a missed call 1 Press View 2 Scroll to the missed call you want to dial 3 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 press to dial ...

Page 35: ...d Held call 5 To end the current call press Answer a second call If your network supports this function you can answer a second incoming call 1 Press to answer the second call The first call is automatically placed on hold 2 Press 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 part...

Page 36: ...er you want to dial and press to dial Use advanced Contacts functions Learn to create namecards set speed dial numbers and create groups of contacts Create a namecard 1 In Idle mode press Menu Contacts 2 Press Options My Business card 3 Enter your personal details and press Options Save Set speed dial numbers 1 In Idle mode press Menu Contacts 2 Scroll to a contact to assign 3 Press Options Assign...

Page 37: ...e with step 5 5 Press Options Group settings 6 To set the caller ID image press the Confirm key an image category an image 7 To set a group ringtone scroll down and press the Confirm key a ringtone category a ringtone 8 Press Options Save Use advanced messaging functions Learn to create templates and use templates to create new messages Create a text template 1 In Idle mode press Menu Messages Tem...

Page 38: ...mplates in new messages 1 To start a new message press Menu Messages Create new message a message type 2 Select the text field and press Options Insert Text template a template Create a message from a multimedia template 1 In Idle mode press Menu Messages Templates Multimedia message templates 2 Scroll to the template you want and press Options Send Use advanced music functions Learn to create pla...

Page 39: ...n jack 2 In Idle mode press Menu Media FM radio 3 Press the Confirm key to start the radio 4 Press Options Self tuning The radio scans and saves available stations automatically Customize your music player settings Learn to adjust the playback and sound settings for your music player 1 In Idle mode press Menu Media Music Player 2 Press Options Player settings 3 Adjust the settings to customize you...

Page 40: ... for help 1 In Idle mode press Menu Messages SOS messages Sending options 2 Scroll left or right to On 3 Scroll down and press the Confirm key to open the recipient list 4 Press Options Contacts to open your contact list 5 Scroll to a contact and press the Confirm key 6 Select a phone number if necessary 7 When you are finished selecting contacts press Done to return to the recipient list 8 Press ...

Page 41: ... mobile tracker 1 In Idle mode press Menu Settings Security uTrack 2 Enter your password and press Confirm 3 Scroll left or right to turn on the mobile tracker 4 Scroll down and press the Confirm key to open the recipient list 5 Press Options Contacts to open your contact list 6 Scroll to a contact and press the Confirm key 7 Press Options OK to save the recipients 8 Scroll down and enter the send...

Page 42: ...r screen press Options My voice clips 2 Select a file 3 Control the playback using the following keys Use Java powered games Learn to play games powered by award winning Java technology 1 In Idle mode press Menu Games 2 Select a game from the list and follow the onscreen instructions Key Function Confirm Pause or resume playback Volume Adjust the volume up or down Navigation Left Scan backward in ...

Page 43: ...rm 1 In Idle mode press Menu Tools Alarms 2 Scroll to an empty alarm location and press the Confirm key 3 Set alarm details 4 Press Options Save Stop an alarm When the alarm sounds Press any key to stop an alarm without snooze Press OK or the Confirm key to stop an alarm with snooze or press any key to silence the alarm for the snooze period Deactivate an alarm 1 In Idle mode press Menu Tools Alar...

Page 44: ...Enter the measurements and units in the appropriate fields Set a countdown timer 1 In Idle mode press Menu Tools Timer 2 Press Set 3 Enter hours or minutes to count down and press OK 4 Press the Confirm key to begin or pause the countdown 5 When the timer expires press OK to stop the alert Use the stopwatch 1 In Idle mode press Menu Tools Stopwatch 2 Press the Confirm key to begin and record lap t...

Page 45: ...es 2 Press Options Create 3 Enter your memo text and press the Confirm key Manage your calendar Learn to change the calendar view and create events Change the calendar view 1 In Idle mode press Menu Tools Calendar 2 Press Options View mode Day view or Week view Create an event 1 In Idle mode press Menu Tools Calendar 2 Press Options Create an event type 3 Enter the details of the event as required...

Page 46: ...s installed correctly Phone lock When the phone lock feature is enabled you must enter the password you set for the phone PIN lock When using the phone for the first time or when the PIN requirement is enabled you must enter the PIN supplied with the SIM card You can disable this feature by using the PIN lock menu PUK lock Your SIM card is blocked usually as a result of entering your PIN incorrect...

Page 47: ...hat you have pressed the Dial key Ensure that you have accessed 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 ar...

Page 48: ...Ensure that the correct number is stored in the contact list Re enter and save the number if necessary The battery does not charge properly or sometimes the phone turns itself off The battery terminals may be dirty Wipe both gold 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 replac...

Page 49: ...l calls 30 answering 21 basic functions 21 dialing additional calls 30 dialing missed calls 29 from Contacts 31 international numbers 31 making 21 multiparty 30 placing on hold 30 recently dialed 29 retrieving held calls 30 viewing missed 29 clock see world clock conference calls see calls multiparty contacts adding 24 creating groups 32 finding 25 converter see tools converter countdown timer see...

Page 50: ... 36 music player create playlists 33 customizing 34 listening to music 27 namecards 31 offline profile 19 phone lock 21 photos capturing 25 viewing 25 radio see FM radio shortcut keys see shortcuts shortcuts 21 silent profile 20 SIM card 15 SOS message 35 stopwatch see tools stopwatch task 40 templates inserting 33 multimedia 33 text 32 text creating memos 40 creating tasks 40 entering 23 timer se...

Page 51: ...ndar 40 converter 39 countdown timer 39 stopwatch 39 videos capturing 26 viewing 26 voice memos playing 37 recording 37 volume call volume 21 key tone volume 20 wallpaper 20 web browser adding bookmarks 28 launching homepage 27 world clock 38 ...

Page 52: ...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 53: ...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 54: ...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 55: ... 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 56: ...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 57: ...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 58: ...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 59: ...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 60: ...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 61: ...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 62: ...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 63: ...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 64: ... Max 1 16W Kg GSM1900 Head Max 0 762W Kg Body Max 0 776W Kg GSM1800 Head Max 0 322W Kg Body Max 0 149W Kg GSM1900 Head Max 0 711W Kg Body Max 0 343 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 us...

Page 65: ...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 66: ...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 67: ... 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 68: ...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 69: ...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 70: ...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 71: ...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 72: ...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 73: ...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 74: ...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 75: ...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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