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Summary of Contents for SPH-M250

Page 1: ... Some of the contents of this manual may differ from your phone depending on the software installed or your service provider World Wide Web http www samsungmobile com ...

Page 2: ...SPH M250 User s Guide ...

Page 3: ...ive works of reverse engineer decompile disassemble or otherwise attempt to create source code from the software No title to or ownership in the Intellectual Property is transferred to you All applicable rights of the Intellectual Property shall remain with SAMSUNG and its suppliers Samsung Telecommunications America STA Inc Headquarters 1301 East Lookout Drive Suite 150 Richardson TX 75082 Tel 97...

Page 4: ... PRODUCT THE PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT THE WORKMANSHIP OF THE PRODUCT OR THE COMPONENTS CONTAINED THEREIN OR COMPLIANCE OF THE PRODUCT WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF ANY LAW RULE SPECIFICATION OR CONTRACT PERTAINING THERETO NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT IN ADDITION SAMSUNG SHALL ...

Page 5: ...off in an aircraft Wireless phones can cause interference Using them in an aircraft is both illegal and dangerous Switch off the phone near 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 Important safety precautions Failure to comply with the following precautions m...

Page 6: ...en the phone is switched on Emergency call Key in the emergency number for your present location then press Keep your phone away 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 accessories and batteries Use of any unauthorised accessories could damage your phone and may be dangerous Qu...

Page 7: ...re you have each item Your phone 3 Buttons features and locations Get started 4 First steps to operate your phone Menu functions 8 All menu options listed Solve problems 17 Help and personal needs Health and safety information 19 ...

Page 8: ...llowing accessories for your phone from your local Samsung dealer Phone Travel Adapter Battery User s Manual Standard battery Extended battery Battery charger Leather case Headset Data link cable Car charger adapter Travel chager adapte Portable hands free kit ...

Page 9: ...ttery To remove the battery slide the battery catch toward the top of the phone and hold it Plug the adapter into the phone Plug the adapter into a standard AC wall outlet When the phone is completely charged the battery icon stops blinking unplug the adapter from the power outlet Remove the adapter from the phone 1 2 3 4 5 Power on Do not turn on the phone when mobile phone use is prohibited 1 Op...

Page 10: ... Idle mode retrieves the last number dialled missed or received Back key Deletes characters from the display In Menu mode returns to the previous menu level Key s Description End key Ends a call Hold down to switch the phone on and off In Menu mode cancels input and returns the phone to Idle mode Numeric keys Enter numbers letters and some special characters In Idle mode hold 1 down to access your...

Page 11: ...he keypad tone volume With the phone closed hold down to turn on the backlight In Menu mode scrolls through the menu options Speaker phone key on the right Turns on the external speaker during a call In Idle mode retrieves the last number dialed received or missed Holde down to start the voice recognition ...

Page 12: ...icemail 7 Chat Dating 8 Premium Msg 9 Settings 9 Tools 1 Mass Storage 2 Voice Service 3 Voice Memo 4 Bluetooth 5 Plannerl 6 Memo Pad 7 World Time 8 Alarm Clock 9 Calculator 0 Set Time Pictures 1 Camera 2 Camcorder 3 Picture Mail 4 My Albums 5 Order Prints 6 PictBridge Print 7 Settings and Info 0 Contacts 1 Find 2 Add New Entry 3 Speed Dial s 4 Group 5 My Name Card 6 Services Settings 1 Display 2 S...

Page 13: ...uding News Weather Entertainment Sports Finance Travel Shopping Tools and Business Links as well as useful management options including My Account and Search Many sites are available under more than one menu choose the one that s most convenient for you Call History You can use the Call History menu to View and dial the missed outgoing or incoming numbers Erase the numbers in the Call Log memory O...

Page 14: ...right from your phone s display It s a great way to stay up todate with news weather and sports information while also enjoying the latest blockbuster movie trailers or music videos anywhere anytime on the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network Just access your media player from your phone s main menu scroll to your choice of channel and select one of the video or audio clips to play It s like having a TV ...

Page 15: ...text messages to and from other mobile phones In addition your phone supports the Enhanced Messaging Service EMS which enables you to include simple pictures melodies and animated images in your messages You can also use the voice mail feature To access this menu press in Idle mode and select Messaging Send Message You can create and send new text messages including voice SMS messages and e mails ...

Page 16: ...is menu you can select the message notification settings change the message sending settings use the message template edit your signature change the message alert settings set the phone to save outgoing messages after sending them in the Outbox set the phone to erase the oldest message in order to free up memory space to receive a new message when the memory is full set the voice SMS options You m...

Page 17: ... Memo You can use your phone s Voice Services to record brief memos to remind you of important events phone numbers or grocery list items Bluetooth Use this menu to activate the Bluetooth feature Using the Bluetooth feature you can connect the phone wirelessly to other Bluetooth devices and exchange data with them talk hands free or control the phone remotely Planner Today You can schedule for the...

Page 18: ...ntdown This menu help you know how much time it takes you to do something or how many months days hours and minutes until a specific day You can create up to 20 Count down timers using this menu Memo pad This feature allows you to make and view memos of important things you need to remember World time You can use this menu to find out what time it is in another part of the world Alarm clock This m...

Page 19: ...nd a picture to up to ten people at a time using their email addresses or their Sprint Power Vision Phone Numbers My Albums Your phone s picture storage area is called My Albums There are two types of folders that can be used separately according to your needs In Phone Online Albums Order Prints Order Prints to order printed copies of the image from an online printer Pictbridge Print Using this me...

Page 20: ...ld a key or keys to dial the number associated with those key s There are three types of speed dialing 1 touch 2 touch and 3 touch dialing Group In this menu you can change the default group names and ringer melodies My Name Card My Name Card allows you to create a virtual business card Once completed you can send thecard to recipients as a V card attachment Services In this menu you can dial the ...

Page 21: ...us settings for sounds In this menu you can adjust the ringer volume for calls messages and alarms set the unique ringer melodies for incoming calls alarm melodies scheduler alert or roaming alert customize additional tones for the phone select the key tone type and adjust the key tone volume and length set the sound settings for using downloaded applications Power Vision This menu enables you to ...

Page 22: ...ture which is only relevant in areas where there are at least two cellular service providers having valid roaming agreements Roaming allows you to register your phone on one of the networks but use the facilities of the other if your own network is not available In this menu you can select a roaming mode set the phone to remind you when you are making or receiving a roaming call Launch pad You can...

Page 23: ...een view the software and hardware versions of your phone view details about your phone system Bluetooth Enable Disable This feature allows you to activate the Bluetooth feature When this option is set to Enable the Bluetooth icon appears Visibility This feature allows you to set whether or not your phone is available to other Bluetooth devices Device name This feature allows you to change your ph...

Page 24: ...N Check feature is enabled Every time the phone is switched on the PIN has to be entered To disable this feature use the PIN check menu Enter PUK The PIN code has been entered incorrectly three times in succession and the phone is now blocked Enter the PUK supplied by your service provider No Service Network Failure or Not Done displays The network connection has been lost You may be in a weak sig...

Page 25: ...y Your battery is insufficiently charged Recharge the battery The audio quality of the call is poor Check the signal strength indicator on the display The number of bars indicates the signal strength from strong to weak Try moving the phone slightly or moving closer to a window if you are in a building No number is dialled when you re call a Contacts entry Use the Contact Search feature to ensure ...

Page 26: ...es employs a unit of measurement known as Specific Absorption Rate SAR The SAR limit recommended by the FCC is 1 6W kg SAR tests are conducted using standard operating positions specified by the FCC with the phone transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level the actual SAR level of the phone whil...

Page 27: ...lay Grant section of http www fcc gov oet fccid after searching on FCC ID printed in the label on the phone For body operation For body worn operation this model phone has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with a Samsung supplied or approved accessory designated for this product or when used with and accessory that contains no metal and that positions the handset a min...

Page 28: ...harge your battery only with Samsung approved 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 ...

Page 29: ...edial If available these features help you to place your call without taking your attention off the road When available use a hands free device If possible add an extra layer of convenience and safety to your wireless phone with one of the many hands free accessories available today Position your wireless phone within easy reach Be able to access your wireless phone without removing your eyes from...

Page 30: ...cies If you see a car accident crime in progress or other serious emergency where lives are in danger call the emergency number as you would want others to do for you If you see a broken down vehicle posing no serious hazard a broken traffic signal a minor traffic accident where no one appears injured or a vehicle you know to be stolen call roadside assistance or any other special non emergency wi...

Page 31: ...than 15 cm 6 inches from their pacemaker when the phone is switched on should not carry the phone in a breast pocket should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize potential interference If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place switch off your phone immediately Hearing aids Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids In the event of such inte...

Page 32: ...and obey all signs and instructions Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death Users are advised to switch off the phone while at a refueling point service station Users are reminded of the need to observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots fuel storage and distribution areas chemical plants or where blasting operations are...

Page 33: ...s vary by location 2 Press If certain features are in use call barring for example you may first need to deactivate those features before you can make an emergency call Consult this document and your local cellular service provider When making an emergency call remember to give all the necessary information as accurately as possible Remember that your phone may be the only means of communication a...

Page 34: ... you to enjoy this product for many years Keep the phone and all its parts and accessories out of the reach of small children s Keep the phone dry Precipitation humidity and liquids contain minerals that will corrode electronic circuits 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 m...

Page 35: ...nowledging Special Precautions and the FCC and Industry Canada Notice FCC Notice and Caution This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment has been tested and found...

Page 36: ...Only use approved batteries antennas and chargers The use of any unauthorized accessories may be dangerous and void the phone warranty if said accessories cause damage or a defect to the phone Although your phone is quite sturdy it is a complex piece of equipment and can be broken Avoid dropping hitting bending or sitting on it If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or televisi...

Page 37: ...rating positions accepted by the FCC with the phone transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level the actual SAR level of the phone while operating can be well below the maximum value This is because the phone is designed to operate at multiple power levels so as to use only the power required to ...

Page 38: ...ATION OF CONVENIENCE SAFETY AND VALUE DELIVERED BY THE WIRELESS TELEPHONE QUITE SIMPLY THE WIRELESS PHONE GIVES PEOPLE THE POWERFUL ABILITY TO COMMUNICATE BY VOICE ALMOST ANYWHERE ANYTIME WITH THE BOSS WITH A CLIENT WITH THE KIDS WITH EMERGENCY PERSONNEL OR EVEN WITH THE POLICE EACH YEAR AMERICANS MAKE BILLIONS OF CALLS FROM THEIR WIRELESS PHONES AND THE NUMBERS ARE RAPIDLY GROWING But an importan...

Page 39: ...hen it comes to the use of wireless phones safety is your most important call Wireless Phone Safety Tips Below are safety tips to follow while driving and using a wireless phone which should be easy to remember 1 Get to know your wireless phone and its features such as speed dial and redial Carefully read your instruction manual and learn to take advantage of valuable features most phones offer in...

Page 40: ... attempt to coincide your calls with times you may be stopped at a stop sign red light or otherwise stationary But if you need to dial while driving follow this simple tip 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 Stressful or emotional conversations and driving do not mix they are distracti...

Page 41: ...o one appears injured or a vehicle you know to be stolen call roadside assistance or other special non emergency wireless number Careless distracted individuals and people driving irresponsibly represent a hazard to everyone on the road Since 1984 the Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association and the wireless industry have conducted educational outreach to inform wireless phone users of the...

Page 42: ...nit 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 2 Do wireless phones pose a health hazard The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using wireless phones There is no proof however that wireless phones are absolutely safe Wireless phon...

Page 43: ...pe 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 different a...

Page 44: ...ure to radio frequency energy RF FDA has been a leading participant in the World Health Organization International Electromagnetic Fields EMF Project since its inception in 1996 An influential result of this work has been the development of a detailed agenda of research needs that has driven the establishment of new research programs around the world The Project has also helped develop a series of...

Page 45: ...ss phones are harmful But if you are concerned about the RF exposure from these products you can use measures like those described above to reduce your RF exposure from wireless phone use 6 What about children using wireless phones The scientific evidence does not show a danger to users of wireless phones including children and teenagers If you want to take steps to lower exposure to radio frequen...

Page 46: ...imit Do wireless phone accessories that claim to shield the head from RF radiation work Since there are no known risks from exposure to RF emissions from wireless phones there is no reason to believe that accessories that claim to shield the head from those emissions reduce risks Some products that claim to shield the user from RF absorption use special phone cases while others involve nothing mor...

Page 47: ...patible hearing aid at the same time This standard was approved by the IEEE in 2000 FDA continues to monitor the use of wireless phones for possible interactions with other medical devices Should harmful interference be found to occur FDA will conduct testing to assess the interference and work to resolve the problem 9 What are the results of the research done already The research done thus far ha...

Page 48: ...ifetime animal exposure studies could be completed in a few years However very large numbers of animals would be needed to provide reliable proof of a cancer promoting effect if one exists Epidemiological studies can provide data that is directly applicable to human populations but 10 or more years follow up may be needed to provide answers about some health effects such as cancer This is because ...

Page 49: ...w Long SAMSUNG TELECOMMUNICATIONS AMERICA L P SAMSUNG warrants to the original purchaser Purchaser that SAMSUNG s Phones and accessories Products are free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for the period commencing upon the date of purchase and continuing for the following specified period of time after that date Phone 1 Year Batteries 1 Year Leather Case Pouch ...

Page 50: ...n used in equipment other than the SAMSUNG phone for which it is specified What are SAMSUNG s Obligations During the applicable warranty period SAMSUNG will repair or replace at SAMSUNG s sole option without charge to Purchaser any defective component part of Product To obtain service under this Limited Warranty Purchaser must return Product to an authorized phone service facility in an adequate c...

Page 51: ... WARRANTIES OF TITLE OR NON INFRINGEMENT DESIGN CONDITION QUALITY OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT THE WORKMANSHIP OF THE PRODUCT OR THE COMPONENTS CONTAINED THEREIN OR COMPLIANCE OF THE PRODUCT WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF ANY LAW RULE SPECIFICATION OR CONTRACT PERTAINING THERETO NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESP...

Page 52: ...ALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT AND STATES PURCHASER S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY IF ANY PORTION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS HELD ILLEGAL OR UNENFORCEABLE BY REASON OF ANY LAW SUCH PARTIAL ILLEGALITY OR UNENFORCEABILITY SHALL NOT AFFECT THE ENFORCEABILITY FOR THE REMAINDER OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY WHICH PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES IS AND WILL ALWAYS BE CONSTRUED TO BE L...

Page 53: ...anty The agents employees distributors and dealers of SAMSUNG are not authorized to make modifications to this Limited Warranty or make additional warranties binding on SAMSUNG Accordingly additional statements such as dealer advertising or presentation whether oral or written do not constitute warranties by SAMSUNG and should not be relied upon Samsung Telecommunications America STA Inc 1301 East...

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