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Summary of Contents for SGH-Z160

Page 1: ... the descriptions in this guide may not match your phone exactly Depending on your country your phone and accessories may appear different from the illustrations in this guide World Wide Web http www samsungmobile com Printed in Korea Code No GH68 XXXXXA English EU 12 2006 Rev 1 0 ...

Page 2: ...SGH Z160 User s Guide ...

Page 3: ...r all medical equipment Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external radio frequency energy Follow any regulations or rules in force Interference All wireless phones may be subject to interference which could affect their performance Failure to comply with the following precautions may be dangerous or illegal Copyright information Bluetooth is a re...

Page 4: ...way from small children Keep the phone and all its parts including accessories out of the reach of small children Accessories and batteries Use only Samsung approved batteries and accessories such as headsets and PC data cables Use of any unauthorised accessories could damage you or your phone and may be dangerous Qualified service Only qualified service personnel may repair your phone For more de...

Page 5: ...press the Navigation keys to scroll to the specified option and then select it Indicates a key on the phone For example Indicates a soft key whose function is displays on the phone screen For example Menu Camera and camcorder Use the camera module on your phone to take a photo or record a video Special features of your phone Java Enjoy Java based embedded games and download new games Bluetooth Tra...

Page 6: ...s with a combination of text images video and audio SOS message Send SOS messages to your family or friends for help in an emergency Name card Create name cards with your number and profile Whenever introducing yourself to others use this convenient electronic name card Calendar Keep track of your daily weekly and monthly schedule Voice recorder Record memos or sounds ...

Page 7: ...d icons 8 Access menu functions 10 Enter text 11 Customise your phone 12 Step outside the phone 13 Begin with call functions camera web browser and other special features Make or answer calls 13 Use the camera 14 Browse the web 15 Use Phonebook 16 Send messages 16 View messages 17 Use Bluetooth 17 Menu functions 19 All menu options listed Health and safety information 26 ...

Page 8: ...on toolkit1 4 Browser 1 Home 2 Enter URL 3 Bookmarks 4 Saved pages 5 History 6 Clear cache 7 Browser settings 5 Messaging 1 Create message 2 My messages 3 Templates 4 Delete all 5 Settings 6 SOS messages 7 Memory status 6 File manager 1 Images 2 Videos 3 Music 4 Sounds 5 Other files 6 Memory status 7 Calendar 8 Camera 9 Settings 1 Time and date 2 Phone settings 3 Display settings 4 Sound settings ...

Page 9: ...in various accessories from your local Samsung dealer Get started First steps to operating your phone Assemble and charge the phone The items supplied with your phone and the accessories available at your Samsung dealer may vary depending on your country or service provider To AC power outlet ...

Page 10: ... and hold 3 If necessary enter the PIN and press OK Switch off 1 Open the phone 2 Press and hold Special function keys Earpiece Main display Left soft key Dial key Alphanumeric keys Navigation keys Up Down Left Right Volume key Power on off Menu exit key Mouthpiece Delete key Right soft key Web access Confirm key ...

Page 11: ... key External display Camera lens Multi function jack In Idle mode launch the web browser In Menu mode select the highlighted menu option or confirm input Make or answer a call In Idle mode retrieve numbers recently dialled missed or received Delete characters from the display or items in an application Press and hold to switch the phone on or off End a call In Menu mode cancel input and return th...

Page 12: ... and hold to activate or deactivate Silent mode Press and hold to enter a pause between numbers Adjust the phone volume In Idle mode with the phone open adjust the key tone volume With the phone closed press and hold to turn on the external display In Idle mode press and hold to turn on the camera In Camera mode take a photo or record a video Signal strength Call in progress Out of your service ar...

Page 13: ...nger set to vibrate Silent mode Vibration Silent mode Mute Mute mode during a call New message New voicemail Alarm set Battery power level Select an option 1 Press a desired soft key 2 Press the Navigation keys to move to the next or previous option 3 Press Select or OK to confirm the function displayed or option highlighted 4 Press Back to move up one level Press to return to Idle mode Use menu n...

Page 14: ...ter a word 1 Press 2 to 9 to start entering a word 2 Enter the whole word before editing or deleting characters 3 When the word displays correctly press to insert a space Otherwise press 0 to display alternative word choices Number mode Press the keys corresponding to the digits you want Symbol mode Press the corresponding number key to select a symbol Other operations Press 1 to enter punctuation...

Page 15: ...gtone 2 Select a ringtone category 3 Select a ringtone 4 Press Save Display language Call ringer melody In Idle mode press to adjust the key tone volume 1 In Idle mode press Menu and select Settings Display settings Wallpaper Main display 2 Select an image category 3 Select an image 4 Press Select 5 Press Save 1 In Idle mode press Menu and select Settings Phone settings Shortcuts 2 Select a key 3 ...

Page 16: ...ess Menu and select Settings Security Change password 2 Enter a new 4 to 8 digit password and press OK 3 Enter the new password again and press OK 4 Select Phone lock 5 Select Enable 6 Enter the password and press OK Silent mode Phone lock 1 In Idle mode enter an area code and phone number 2 Press Press to adjust the volume 3 Press to end the call 1 When the phone rings press 2 Press to end the ca...

Page 17: ...call Press Options and select Select one Private to have a private conversation with one participant Use the speakerphone feature Make a multi party call Press Options and select Select one Remove to drop one participant 5 Press to end the multi party call 1 Open the phone 2 In Idle mode press and hold to turn on the camera 3 Aim the lens at the subject and make any desired adjustments 4 Press OK ...

Page 18: ...ideo is saved automatically 5 Press Back to record another video View a photo Record a video 1 In Idle mode press Menu and select File manager Videos Video clips 2 Select the video you want In Idle mode press OK The homepage of your service provider opens To scroll through browser items press Up or Down To select an item press OK To return to the previous page press Back To access browser options ...

Page 19: ...nt 3 Select a contact 4 Scroll to a number and press to dial or press OK to edit contact information Add a contact Find a contact 1 In Idle mode press Menu and select Messaging Create message Text message 2 Enter the message text and press OK 3 Enter destination numbers 4 Press OK to send the message 1 In Idle mode press Menu and select Messaging Create mew message Multimedia message 2 Select Subj...

Page 20: ...ss OK 8 Press Options and select Send 9 Enter destination numbers or email addresses 10 Press OK to send the message 1 In Idle mode press Menu and select Messaging My messages Inbox 2 Select a text message View a text message 1 In Idle mode press Menu and select Messaging My messages Inbox 2 Select a multimedia message 1 In Idle mode press Menu and select Settings Bluetooth Activation On 2 Select ...

Page 21: ...the same code pairing is complete Search for and pair with a Bluetooth device 1 Access an application Phonebook File manager Calendar or Memo 2 Select an item 3 Press Options and select Send via Via Bluetooth 4 Search for and select a device 5 If necessary enter the Bluetooth PIN and press OK 1 When a device attempts to access your phone press Yes to permit the connection 2 If necessary press Yes ...

Page 22: ...pe Call time Check the time record for calls made and received Call costs Check the cost of your calls if supported by your SIM card Menu Description Contact list Search for contact information stored in Phonebook Add new contact Add a new contact to Phonebook Group Organise your contacts in caller groups Speed dial Assign a speed dial number for your most frequently dialled numbers My namecard Cr...

Page 23: ...memos and any other sounds World clock Set your local time zone Menu Description Alarm Set alarms The alert type for a normal alarm corresponds to the call alert type setting Calculator Perform arithmetic functions Converter Do conversions such as length and temperature Timer Set a period of time for the phone to count down Stopwatch Measure elapsed time Memo Make memos for things that are importa...

Page 24: ...ist of pages you have saved while online History Access the list of pages you have accessed recently Clear cache Clear the cache Browser settings Select a connection profile to be used for accessing the wireless web Menu Description Create message Create and send text and multimedia messages My messages Access messages that you have received Templates Make and use templates of frequently used mess...

Page 25: ...s Check the amount of memory currently in use in each message folder Menu Description Images Videos Sounds Other files Access media files and other files stored in the phone s memory Memory status Check memory information for media items Menu Description Menu Description Time and date Change the time and date displayed on your phone Phone settings Language Select a language for the display text Ph...

Page 26: ...isplay settings Wallpaper Set up the idle screen on the main display Menu Description Display settings Main menu style Select a display style for the main menu screen Display settings Brightness Adjust the brightness of the display for varying lighting conditions Display settings Contrast Adjust the contrast for the display Display settings Backlight Select the length of time the backlight or disp...

Page 27: ... that the phone sounds when it is switched on or off Menu Description Sound settings Silent mode Set how the phone acts to alert you to a specific event while in Silent mode Sound settings Extra tones Customise additional tones for the phone Network services Call diverting Set the phone to reroute incoming calls to a phone number that you specify Network services Call barring Set the phone to rest...

Page 28: ...networks Bluetooth Connect the phone wirelessly to other Bluetooth devices Menu Description Security PIN check Activate your PIN to protect your SIM card against unauthorised use Security Change PIN code Change the PIN Security Phone lock Activate your phone password to protect your phone against unauthorised use Security Change password Change the phone password Security Privacy Lock access to me...

Page 29: ... cases the recommendations were developed by scientific and engineering experts drawn from industry government and academia after extensive reviews of the scientific literature related to the biological effects of RF energy Security Fixed dialling mode Set the phone to restrict calls to a limited set of phone numbers if supported by your SIM card Security Change PIN2 code Change your current PIN2 ...

Page 30: ...wer output Before a new model phone is available for sale to the public it must be tested and certified to the FCC that it does not exceed the exposure limit established by the FCC Tests for each model phone are performed in positions and locations e g at the ear and worn on the body as required by the FCC The highest SAR values for this model phone as reported to the FCC are Head 0 924W Kg Body w...

Page 31: ...with increasing distance from the source The so called cordless phones which have a base unit connected to the telephone wiring in a house typically operate at far lower power levels and thus produce RF exposures well within the FCC s compliance limits Do wireless phones pose a health hazard The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using wireless...

Page 32: ...RF of the type emitted by wireless phones Design wireless phones in a way that minimizes any RF exposure to the user that is not necessary for device function and Cooperate in providing users of wireless phones with the best possible information on possible effects of wireless phone use on human health FDA belongs to an interagency working group of the federal agencies that have responsibility for...

Page 33: ...ting results that often cannot be repeated in other laboratories A few animal studies however have suggested that low levels of RF could accelerate the development of cancer in laboratory animals However many of the studies that showed increased tumor development used animals that had been genetically engineered or treated with cancer causing chemicals so as to be pre disposed to develop cancer in...

Page 34: ...retation of epidemiological studies is hampered by difficulties in measuring actual RF exposure during day to day use of wireless phones Many factors affect this measurement such as the angle at which the phone is held or which model of phone is used What is FDA doing to find out more about the possible health effects of wireless phone RF FDA is working with the U S National Toxicology Program and...

Page 35: ...y energy RF Since time is a key factor in how much exposure a person receives reducing the amount of time spent using a wireless phone will reduce RF exposure If you must conduct extended conversations by wireless phone every day you could place more distance between your body and the source of the RF since the exposure level drops off dramatically with distance For example you could use a headset...

Page 36: ...n be used with wireless phones for convenience and comfort These systems reduce the absorption of RF energy in the head because the phone which is the source of the RF emissions will not be placed against the head On the other hand if the phone is mounted against the waist or other part of the body during use then that part of the body will absorb more RF energy Wireless phones marketed in the U S...

Page 37: ...onsored by the Association for the Advancement of Medical instrumentation AAMI The final draft a joint effort by FDA medical device manufacturers and many other groups was completed in late 2000 This standard will allow manufacturers to ensure that cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators are safe from wireless phone EMI FDA has tested wireless phones and helped develop a voluntary standard sponsored...

Page 38: ...cellphones Road Safety Your wireless phone gives you the powerful ability to communicate by voice almost anywhere anytime But an important responsibility accompanies the benefits of wireless phones one that every user must uphold When driving a car driving is your first responsibility When using your wireless phone behind the wheel of a car practice good common sense and remember the following tip...

Page 39: ...o make a call while moving dial only a few numbers check the road and your mirrors then continue 7 Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may 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 8 Use your wireless phone to call for help Dial 9 1 1 or other local emergency ...

Page 40: ...y operation of the equipment and for the safety of personnel it is recommended that the equipment should only be used in the normal operating position held to your ear with the antenna pointing over your shoulder Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio frequency RF signals However certain electronic equipment may not be shielded agains...

Page 41: ...ospitals 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 regarding your vehicle You should also consult the manufacturer of any equipment that has been added to your vehicle Posted Faciliti...

Page 42: ...s the phone must be switched on and in a service area with adequate signal strength Emergency calls may not be possible on all wireless phone networks or when certain network services and or phone features are in use Check with local service providers To make an emergency call 1 If the phone is not on switch it on 2 Key in the emergency number for your present location for example 911 or other off...

Page 43: ...Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and f not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee tha...

Page 44: ...plex piece of equipment and can be broken Avoid dropping hitting bending or sitting on it Other Important Safety Information Only qualified personnel should service the phone or install the phone in a vehicle Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty applicable to the device Check regularly that all wireless phone equipment in your vehicle is mounted and opera...

Page 45: ... your area Your phone informs you of the current signal strength by displaying a number of bars next to the signal strength icon The more bars displayed the stronger the signal If you re inside a building being near a window may give you better reception Understanding the Power Save Feature If your phone is unable to find a signal after 15 minutes of searching a Power Save feature is automatically...

Page 46: ... if the antenna is damaged Speak directly into the phone s receiver Avoid exposing your phone and accessories to rain or liquid spills If your phone does get wet immediately turn the power off and remove the battery If it is inoperable call Customer Care for service Availability of Various Features Ring Tones Many services and features are network dependent and may require additional subscription ...

Page 47: ... chargers When a charger is not in use disconnect it from the power source Do not leave the battery connected to a charger for more than a week since overcharging may shorten its life Extreme temperatures will affect the charging capacity of your battery it may require cooling or warming first Do not leave the battery in hot or cold places such as in a car in summer or winter conditions as you wil...

Page 48: ... Do not use the phone with a wet hand Doing so may cause an electric shock to you or damage to the phone Do not use or store the phone in dusty dirty areas as its moving parts may be damaged Do not store the phone in hot areas High temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices damage batteries and warp or melt certain plastics Do not store the phone in cold areas When the phone warms up ...

Page 49: ... not working properly take it to your nearest qualified service facility The personnel there will assist you and if necessary arrange for service When the phone or battery gets wet the label indicating water damage inside the phone changes colour In this case phone repairs are no longer guaranteed by the manufacturer s warranty even if the warranty for your phone has not expired If your phone has ...

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