Samsung GALAXY S3, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...4 Side by Side View 5 Cool Apps 6 SIM Card 7 Memory Card 10 Battery 12 Power 14 Making a Call 15 Sending a Message 15 Home Screen 17 Ringtone 23 Volume 24 Voicemail 25 Contacts 26 Email 27 Bluetooth 3...

Page 2: ...rtification Information 51 FCC Part 15 Information to User 54 Commercial Mobile Alerting System CMAS 56 Smart Practices While Driving 56 Battery Use and Safety 59 Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling...

Page 3: ...UR PHONE FRONT VIEW FEATURES 1 LED INDICATOR 2 MENU KEY 3 HOME RECENT APPS KEY 4 RETURN KEY 5 FRONT FACING CAMERA 6 EARPIECE 7 HEADSET JACK 8 FLASH 9 CAMERA 10 SPEAKER cricket_GSIII_QRM indd 3 10 26 2...

Page 4: ...YOUR PHONE 4 BOTTOM VIEW 1 CHARGING PORT 2 MICROPHONE cricket_GSIII_QRM indd 4 10 26 2012 2 45 41 PM...

Page 5: ...5 YOUR PHONE SIDE BY SIDE VIEW 3 1 VOLUME KEY 2 MEMORY CARD SLOT 3 POWER KEY The Memory Card Slot is located under the battery cover cricket_GSIII_QRM indd 5 10 26 2012 2 45 42 PM...

Page 6: ...n tasks by using natural speech Media Hub Access a one stop shop for all of the hottest movie and TV content Rent or purchase HD content and watch it all from either your device or streamed to an exte...

Page 7: ...not make or receive calls or browse the Internet without a properly installed micro SIM card Other larger SIM cards will not function or fit within this slot Insert the SIM card 1 Detach the SIM card...

Page 8: ...Place your fingernail in the opening and firmly pop the cover off the device 2 4 Carefully slide the micro SIM card into the SIM card socket until it clicks into place cricket_GSIII_QRM indd 8 10 26 2...

Page 9: ...vice Once the SIM card has been inserted do not remove If your SIM card is ever separated from the device or damaged your device will not function If you experience any issues with your device contact...

Page 10: ...rds include capacities of up to 2GB microSDHC memory card types can range from 4GB to up to 32GB NOTE This phone supports up to a 64GB microSD memory card The phone comes in either a 16GB or 32GB mode...

Page 11: ...Locate the microSD card slot on the inside of the phone 2 Orient the card with the gold strips facing down 3 Carefully slide the microSD card into the card socket until it clicks into place cricket_G...

Page 12: ...y before using it for the first time Install the Battery 1 Slide the battery into the compartment 1 so that the tabs on the end align with the slots at the bottom of the phone making sure the connecto...

Page 13: ...sert the USB cable into the device s Charger Accessory jack 3 If using a wall charger plug the charging head into a standard AC power outlet If using a computer remove the charging head and plug the U...

Page 14: ...work and after finding it you can make or receive calls Turn the phone off 1 Press and hold Power Lock until the Device options screen appears 2 Tap Power off g OK Restarting the phone 1 Press and hol...

Page 15: ...the Home screen tap Messaging g Compose 2 Tap the Enter recipient field to manually enter a recipient or Tap to select from one of the following Contacts to select a recipient from your Contacts list...

Page 16: ...ients by tapping either the Enter recipient field or and selecting recipients 5 Tap the Enter message field and use the on screen keypad to enter a message 6 To add an attachment to your message tap A...

Page 17: ...an customize the screen with widgets and shortcuts to your favorite applications Status bar The Status bar appears at the top of your Home screen Icons indicating your phone s status and new notificat...

Page 18: ...al the Notifications screen that provides more detailed information about the current on screen notification icons To open the Notifications screen 1 In a single motion touch and drag the Status bar d...

Page 19: ...arate phone functions These can be quickly activated or deactivated by toggling them on or off 1 In a single motion touch and drag the Status bar down to the bottom of the screen 2 In a single motion...

Page 20: ...ated at the bottom displays which panel you are currently on Add an app to the Home screen 1 Swipe left or right to select a screen location for your new shortcut 2 Tap Apps to reveal all your current...

Page 21: ...sition Move and delete items Touch and hold the item you want to move or delete and drag it to another location or to the Trash Can icon at the bottom of the screen Assigning a new Default Home screen...

Page 22: ...or Press Home to go to the Home screen 2 Touch and hold an empty area of the screen 3 Tap Home screen 4 Select a wallpaper type Gallery Live wallpapers or Wallpapers 5 Tap the desired image 6 Tap Set...

Page 23: ...tone or Default notifications 3 Tap the desired sound 4 Tap OK Set other sounds 1 From the Home screen press Menu g Settings g Sound 2 Scroll down to the System section and tap those items you want to...

Page 24: ...g Sound 2 Tap Volume 3 Touch and drag the Music video games and other media or Ringtone Notifications and System sliders to the desired levels 4 Tap OK Silence ringer From the Home screen press the V...

Page 25: ...voicemail To call and set up voicemail 1 From the Home screen tap Phone 2 Touch and hold until the device dials voicemail 3 Follow the instructions to set up your voicemail account cricket_GSIII_QRM i...

Page 26: ...number 3 Tap Add to Contacts 4 Tap Create contact 5 Tap a contact destination 6 Enter the contact s information 7 Tap Save Call contact from the contacts list 1 From the Home screen tap Contacts 2 Sc...

Page 27: ...an email account tap the name of the open account tap the Menu key and then tap Add account 2 Tap the Email field and enter your emaill account information 3 Tap the Password field and enter your pas...

Page 28: ...e ActiveSync 4 Enter an updated Domain confirm your User name and Password information 5 Re enter your Exchange server information and tap Next 6 Modify the account options as desired and tap Next 7 R...

Page 29: ...nistrator screen and tap Activate to complete the email setup process 11 Identify your new work email account with a unique name Ex Work then tap Done Contact your company s IT department if you need...

Page 30: ...user manual for more information Turn on Bluetooth and pair with headset 1 In a single motion touch and drag the Status bar down to the bottom of the screen 2 Tap Bluetooth g Bluetooth available Your...

Page 31: ...aunch the camera 2 Aim the camera lens at the desired object and touch to capture the image Front facing camera and camcorder In camera mode touch to switch to the front facing camera for video chat o...

Page 32: ...e camcorder lens at the desired object and touch to record video Touch to stop and automatically save recording Viewing a picture or video 1 From the Home screen tap Apps g Gallery and touch an Album...

Page 33: ...chnology that allows you to use services and features that require NFC capability NOTE For more details on NFC related features and sharing options refer to the User Manual or online Virtual Guide Tur...

Page 34: ...er and more 1 From the Home screen press Menu g Settings g More Settings 2 Verify the NFC feature is active 3 Tap S Beam and make sure the feature is turned on 4 If not already active in a single moti...

Page 35: ...taking a photo buy saying Cheese or snoozing your Alarm by saying Snooze and much more 1 From the Home screen press Menu g Settings g Language and input g Voice cmd for apps 2 In a single motion touc...

Page 36: ...a single motion touch and drag the Status bar down to the bottom of the screen 2 Scroll left across the Notification buttons and tap Power saving to enable the power saving mode When activated severa...

Page 37: ...ctive applications tab and select End all to stop all running applications 4 Tap the RAM tab and select Clear memory to clear all inactive and background processes Additional tabs are Downloaded to vi...

Page 38: ...hes and moving or uninstalling unused applications 1 From the Home screen tap Apps g Internet 2 Press Menu g Settings g Privacy and security 3 Tap Clear cache Clear history and Clear all cookie data 4...

Page 39: ...Messaging 2 Press Menu g Settings 3 Tap Delete old messages to automatically delete text messages when the limit is reached 4 Tap both the Text message limit and Multimedia message limit fields select...

Page 40: ...CY RF SIGNALS The U S Food and Drug Administration FDA has published information for consumers relating to Radio Frequency RF exposure from wireless phones The FDA publication includes the following i...

Page 41: ...ll phones emit while in use are in the microwave frequency range They also emit RF at substantially reduced time intervals when in the stand by mode Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effect...

Page 42: ...izing radiation Other types of non ionizing radiation include visible light infrared radiation heat and other forms of electromagnetic radiation with relatively low frequencies While RF energy does no...

Page 43: ...entific community has supported additional research to address gaps in knowledge Some of these studies are described below Interphone Study Interphone is a large international study designed to determ...

Page 44: ...e largest cell phone study to date but it did not answer all questions about cell phone safety Additional research is being conducted around the world and the FDA continues to monitor developments in...

Page 45: ...and non European countries Additional information about MOBI KIDS can be found at http www creal cat programes recerca en_ projectes creal view php ID 39 Surveillance Epidemiology and End Results SEE...

Page 46: ...of signal emitted by cell phones Design cell phones in a way that minimizes any RF exposure to the user and Cooperate in providing users of cell phones with the current information on cell phone use...

Page 47: ...t avoiding even potential risks you can take a few simple steps to minimize your RF exposure Reduce the amount of time spent using your cell phone Use speaker mode or a headset to place more distance...

Page 48: ...duce risks Hands free kits can be used for convenience and comfort They are also required by law in many states if you want to use your phone while driving Cell Phone Accessories that Claim to Shield...

Page 49: ...steps adults can take to reduce RF exposure apply to children and teenagers as well Reduce the amount of time spent on the cell phone Use speaker mode or a headset to place more distance between the...

Page 50: ...afety Environmental Protection Agency EPA http www epa gov radtown wireless tech html Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA http www osha gov SLTC radiofrequencyradiation Note This web ad...

Page 51: ...RF energy set by the Federal Communications Commission FCC of the U S Government These FCC RF exposure limits are derived from the recommendations of two expert organizations the National Council on...

Page 52: ...public and to account for any variations in measurements SAR tests are conducted using standard operating positions accepted by the FCC with the phone transmitting at its highest certified power level...

Page 53: ...contains no metal and that positions the mobile device a minimum of 1 0 cm from the body Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines The FCC has granted an Equi...

Page 54: ...onal SAR information can also be obtained at http www fcc gov encyclopedia specific absorption ratesar cellular telephones FCC PART 15 INFORMATION TO USER Pursuant to part 15 21 of the FCC Rules you a...

Page 55: ...tions However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determ...

Page 56: ...a wireless emergency alerts may not be available For more information please contact your wireless provider SMART PRACTICES WHILE DRIVING On the Road Off the Phone The primary responsibility of every...

Page 57: ...devices and their accessories in the areas where you drive Always obey them The use of these devices may be prohibited or restricted in certain areas For example only hands free use may be permitted...

Page 58: ...ield of an automobile In other states the law may permit mounting this device only in specific locations in the automobile Be sure to consult the state and local laws or ordinances where you drive bef...

Page 59: ...rwise attempt to change the form of your battery Do not put a high degree of pressure on the battery This can cause leakage or an internal short circuit resulting in overheating Do not let the phone o...

Page 60: ...re The phone or the battery may explode when overheated 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 op...

Page 61: ...circuiting the terminals may damage the battery or the object causing the short circuiting IMPORTANT Use only Samsung approved batteries and recharge your battery only with Samsung approved chargers w...

Page 62: ...chase manufacturer or carrier recommended products and accessories If unsure about whether a replacement battery or charger is compatible contact the manufacturer of the battery or charger Misuse or u...

Page 63: ...or your mobile device batteries and accessories may not be available in your area We ve made it easy for you to recycle your old Samsung mobile device by working with respected take back companies in...

Page 64: ...ne index htm or at http www call2recycle org Mail It In The Samsung Mobile Take Back Program will provide Samsung customers with a free recycling mailing label Just go to http www samsung com us about...

Page 65: ...sehold or business trash may be prohibited Help us protect the environment recycle WARNING Never dispose of batteries in a fire becausethey may explode UL CERTIFIED TRAVEL CHARGER The Travel Charger f...

Page 66: ...TO BE CORRECTLY ORIENTED IN A VERTICAL OR HORIZONTAL OR FLOOR MOUNT POSITION DISPLAY TOUCH SCREEN Please note the following information when using your mobile device WARNING REGARDING DISPLAY The dis...

Page 67: ...e refer to the Standard Limited Warranty GPS Certain Samsung mobile devices can use a Global Positioning System GPS signal for location based applications A GPS uses satellites controlled by the U S G...

Page 68: ...re consistent with what you see before following them All users should pay attention to road conditions closures traffic and all other factors that may impact safe driving or walking Always obey poste...

Page 69: ...service providers To make an emergency call 1 If the mobile device is not on switch it on 2 Press the Phone key 3 Key in the emergency number for your present location for example 911 or other officia...

Page 70: ...llow you to enjoy this product for many years Keep your Samsung Mobile Device away from Liquids of any kind Keep the mobile device dry Precipitation humidity and liquids contain minerals that will cor...

Page 71: ...ing solutions Do not use harsh chemicals cleaning solvents or strong detergents to clean the mobile device Wipe it with a soft cloth slightly dampened in a mild soap and water solution Shock or vibrat...

Page 72: ...es at high volume settings for long durations may lead to permanent noise induced hearing loss This includes the use of headphones including headsets earbuds and Bluetooth or other wireless devices Ex...

Page 73: ...gging the earphones into an audio source Set the volume in a quiet environment and select the lowest volume at which you can hear adequately Be aware that you can adapt to higher volume settings over...

Page 74: ...ses less time is required before you earing could be affected Avoid using headphones after exposure to xtremely loud noises such as rock concerts that might cause temporary hearing loss Temporary hear...

Page 75: ...Email info audiology org Internet http www audiology org Pages default aspx National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders National Institutes of Health 31 Center Drive MSC 2320 Beth...

Page 76: ...Suite 9200 Patriots Plaza Building Washington DC 20201 Voice 1 800 35 NIOSH 1 800 356 4674 1 800 CDC INFO 1 800 232 4636 Outside the U S 513 533 8328 Email cdcinfo cdc gov Internet http www cdc gov n...

Page 77: ...bile Device Near Other 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 f...

Page 78: ...minimize the potential for interference Should turn the mobile device OFF immediately if there is any reason to suspect that interference is taking place Should read and follow the directions from th...

Page 79: ...spitals 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 i...

Page 80: ...rve restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots fuel storage and distribution areas chemical plants or where blasting operations are in progress Areas with a potentially explosive atmosp...

Page 81: ...ss Devices The U S Federal Communications Commission FCC has established requirements for digital wireless mobile devices to be compatible with hearing aids and other assistive hearing devices When in...

Page 82: ...ice and hearing loss If your hearing device happens to be vulnerable to interference you may not be able to use a rated mobile device successfully Trying out the mobile device with your hearing device...

Page 83: ...to interference noise Under the current industry standard American National tandards Institute ANSI C63 19 the hearing aid and wireless mobile device rating values are added together to indicate how u...

Page 84: ...s technologies used in this phone that have not been tested yet for use with hearing aids It is important to try the different features of this phone thoroughly and in different locations using your h...

Page 85: ...out of the reach of small children FCC Notice and Cautions FCC Notice The mobile device may cause TV or radio interference if used in close proximity to receiving equipment The FCC can require you to...

Page 86: ...cause damage or a defect to the mobile device Although your mobile device is quite sturdy it is a complex piece of equipment and can be broken Avoid dropping hitting bending or sitting on it Other Imp...

Page 87: ...unpainted metal object to discharge static electricity before inserting the headset Do not store or carry flammable liquids gases or explosive materials in the same compartment as the mobile device i...

Page 88: ...th While using your device leave some lights on in the room and do not hold the screen too close to your eyes Seizures or blackouts can occur when you are exposed to flashing lights while watching vid...

Page 89: ...press the keys lightly and take frequent breaks If you continue to have discomfort during or after such use stop use and see a physician If your device has a camera flash or light do not use the flash...

Page 90: ...ducts are free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for the period commencing upon the date of purchase by the first consumer purchaser and continuing for the followin...

Page 91: ...een d equipment that has the serial number or the enhancement data code removed defaced damaged altered or made illegible e ordinary wear and tear f defects or damage resulting from the use of Product...

Page 92: ...re broken or show evidence of tampering or iii the battery has been used in equipment other than the SAMSUNG phone for which it is specified What are SAMSUNG s obligations During the applicable warran...

Page 93: ...zed phone service facility in an adequate container for shipping accompanied by the sales receipt or comparable proof of sale showing the original date of purchase the serial number of the Product and...

Page 94: ...ARRANTY IN NO EVENT SHALL SAMSUNG BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT OR FOR WITHOUT LIMITATION COMMERCIAL LOSS OF ANY SORT LOSS OF USE TIME DATA REPUTATION OPPORTUNIT...

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Page 97: ...mined that the claim was brought in bad faith In a Small Claim case you shall be required to pay no more than half of the total administrative facility and arbitrator fees or 50 00 of such fees whiche...

Page 98: ...in the opt out e mail a your name and address b the date on which the Product was purchased c the Product model name or model number and d the IMEI or MEID or Serial Number as applicable if you have...

Page 99: ...y shall not affect the enforceability of the remainder of the Limited Warranty Precautions for Transfer and Disposal If data stored on this device is deleted or reformatted using the standard methods...

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