Samsung SGH-F480I, User Manual

Page 1: ...User manual SGH F480i ...

Page 2: ...rmation X Refer to pages with related information for example X p 12 represents see page 12 Õ Followed by the order of options or menus you must select to perform a step for example In Menu mode select Messages Õ Create new message represents Messages followed by Create new message Square brackets phone keys for example represents the Power Menu exit key Angled brackets softkeys that control diffe...

Page 3: ...asic functions Turn your phone on and off Access menus Customise your phone Use basic call functions Send and view messages Add and find contacts troubleshooting safety and usage information Comply with the following precautions to avoid dangerous or illegal situations and ensure peak performance of your mobile phone Safety warnings Keep your phone away from small children and pets Keep your phone...

Page 4: ...internal short circuit and overheating Avoid interference with pacemakers Maintain a minimum of 15 cm 6 inches between mobile phones and pacemakers to avoid potential interference as recommended by manufacturers and the independent research group Wireless Technology Research If you have any reason to suspect that your phone is interfering with a pacemaker or other medical device turn off the phone...

Page 5: ...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 temporary or permanent battery damage Never use a damaged charger or battery Handle your phone carefully and sensibly Do not allow your phone to get wet liquids can cause serious damage Do not handle your phone with wet hands Water damage to your...

Page 6: ...amage to the card or phone z Protect cards from strong shocks static electricity and electrical noise from other devices z Frequent writing and erasing will shorten the life span of memory cards z Do not touch gold coloured contacts or terminals with your fingers or metal objects If dirty wipe the card with a soft cloth Ensure access to emergency services Emergency calls from your phone may not be...

Page 7: ... base station antenna the lower the power 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 reporte...

Page 8: ...hile being used They also emit very low levels of RF when in the stand by mode Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects by heating tissue exposure to low level RF that does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects Many studies of low level RF exposures have not found any biological effects Some studies have suggested that some biological effects may occur but ...

Page 9: ... get from these base stations are typically thousands of times lower than those they can get from wireless phones Base stations are thus not the primary subject of the safety questions discussed in this document What are the results of the research done already The research done thus far has produced conflicting results and many studies have suffered from flaws in their research methods Animal exp...

Page 10: ...sed 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 with groups of investigators around the world to ensure that high priority animal studies are conducted to address important questions about the effects of exposure to radio frequency energy RF FDA has been a leading participant in the World Heal...

Page 11: ...he distance between the user and the RF source will reduce RF exposure Some groups sponsored by other national governments have advised that children be discouraged from using wireless phones at all For example the government in the United Kingdom distributed leaflets containing such a recommendation in December 2000 They noted that no evidence exists that using a wireless phone causes brain tumor...

Page 12: ... part of a standard sponsored 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 volunt...

Page 13: ...one without removing your eyes from the road If you get an incoming call at an inconvenient time let your voice mail answer it for you 4 Let the person you are speaking with know you are driving if necessary suspend the call in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions Rain sleet snow ice and even heavy traffic can be hazardous 5 Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while driving Jotting...

Page 14: ...ct incompatible products As with other mobile radio transmitting equipment users are advised that for the satisfactory 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 ...

Page 15: ...sive atmosphere 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 the phone off 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 blastin...

Page 16: ...ation 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 z This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable prote...

Page 17: ...rous and may invalidate any warranty applicable to the device z Check regularly that all wireless phone equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly z Do not store or carry flammable liquids gases or explosive materials in the same compartment as the phone its parts or accessories z For vehicles equipped with an air bag remember that an air bag inflates with great force Do not place...

Page 18: ... 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 and or usage charges Not all features are available for purchase or use in all areas Downloadable Ring Tones may be available at an additional cost ...

Page 19: ...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 z Dispose of used batteries in accordance with local regulations In some areas the disposal of batteries in household or business trash may be pr...

Page 20: ...ntenna Unauthorized antennas or modified accessories may damage the phone and violate regulations governing radio devices z If the phone battery charger or any accessory is not working properly take it to your nearest qualified service facility The personnel there will assist you and if necessary arrange for service Correct disposal of this product Waste Electrical Electronic Equipment Applicable ...

Page 21: ... health or the environment To protect natural resources and to promote material reuse please separate batteries from other types of waste and recycle them through your local free battery return system introducing your mobile phone In this section learn about your mobile phone s layout keys display and icons Unpack Check your product box for the following items z Mobile phone z Battery z Travel ada...

Page 22: ...enu 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 perform special functions In Idle mode press and hold for the silent profile Press and hold to enter a pause between numbers Volume Adjust the phone s vol...

Page 23: ... to the multifunction jack on the side of the phone 2 Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the multifunction jack Improperly connecting the travel adapter can cause serious damage to the phone Any damages by misuse are not covered by the warranty 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 trave...

Page 24: ...e Follow all posted warnings and directions from official personnel when in areas where wireless devices are prohibited Access menus To access your phone s menus 1 In Idle mode press Menu to access Menu mode 2 Use the navigation key to scroll to a menu or option 3 Press OK Select or Save to confirm the highlighted option 4 Press Back to move up one level Press to return to Idle mode Customise your...

Page 25: ...t Õ Home screen 2 Scroll left or right to Images 3 Select Wallpaper 4 Select an image category Õ an image 5 Press Select or Select Õ Set 6 Press Save Select a theme for the display To select a theme 1 In Menu mode select Settings Õ Display and light Õ My theme 2 Scroll to a theme and press Select To create and apply a theme 1 In Menu mode select Settings Õ Display and light Õ My theme 2 Scroll to ...

Page 26: ...e new password again and press OK 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 the volume To adjust the volume during a call press the Volume key up or down Use the speake...

Page 27: ... Add multimedia and add an item 5 Press OK Õ Send to send the message Send an email 1 In Menu mode select Messages Õ Create new message Õ Email 2 Enter an email address and scroll down 3 Enter a subject and scroll down 4 Enter your email text 5 Press Options Õ Attach multimedia and attach a file if necessary 6 Press OK Õ Send to send the message Enter text When entering text you can change the tex...

Page 28: ...3 Select an email or a header 4 If you selected a header press Options Õ Retrieve to view the body of the email Add and find contacts Learn the basics of using the phonebook feature Add a new contact 1 In Idle mode enter a phone number and press Options 2 Select Save Õ a memory location phone or SIM Õ New 3 Select a number type if necessary 4 Enter contact information 5 Press Options Õ Save to add...

Page 29: ...ble or Network error z When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception you may lose reception Move to another area and try again z You cannot access some options without a subscription Contact your service provider for more details You enter a number but the call is not dialled z Ensure that you have pressed the Dial key z Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network z Ensure...

Page 30: ...and save the number if necessary The battery does not charge properly or sometimes the phone turns itself off z The battery terminals may be dirty Wipe both gold coloured contacts with a clean soft cloth and try charging the battery again z If the battery will no longer charge completely dispose of the old battery properly and replace it with a new battery Your phone is hot to the touch When you u...

Page 31: ...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 EU 01 2009 Draft 01 ...