Samsung GT-S3550 User Manual
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Change your ringtone1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Sound profiles.2. Scroll to the profile you are using.If you are using the silent or offline profile, you are notallowed to change the ringtone.3. Press <Edit> → Voice call ringtone.4. Select a memory location → a ringtone.To switch to another profile, select it from the list.Call a recently dialed number1. In Idle mode, press [ ].2. Scroll left or right to a call type.3. Scroll up or down to a number or name.4. Press the Confirm key to view details of the call or[ ] to dial the number.Use the smart home screenThe smart home screen allows you to access yourfavorite applications and contacts and view upcomingevents or tasks. You can customize the smart homescreen to fit your preferences and needs.When you are using the smart home screen, theNavigation key does not work as shortcuts.Customize the smart home screen1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Display → Smarthome.2. Press <Edit>.3. Select the items to display on the smart homescreen.4. Press <Options> → <Save>.5. Press the Confirm key.You can change the idle screen to another style. In Menumode, select Settings → Display → Smart home andscroll left or right to a style you want.Access the smart home idle itemsPress the Navigation key to scroll through the items onthe smart home screen and press the Confirm key toselect an item. The following items are available.Available items may vary depending on your serviceprovider.Shortcuts toolbar• : access your favorite applications.You can customize the shortcut toolbar as desired.My buddies• : access contacts that are saved in thefavorite number list.PIMs ticker• : access upcoming calendar events andtasks.Monthly calendar• : view the monthly calendar.Single clock• : view the current time and date.Dual clock• : view your home clock and a world clock.Customize the shortcut toolbar1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Display → Smarthome.2. Press <Edit>.3. Scroll to Shortcuts toolbar and press <Options> →Edit shortcuts.4. Scroll to a menu to change or an empty location andpress <Edit>.5. Select the menus you want.Press <Options> → Open to select submenus (ifnecessary).6. Press <Save>, or press <Options> → Save.Enter textTo change the text input modePress and hold [• ] to switch between T9 and ABCmodes. Depending on your region, you may be ableto access an input mode for your specific language.Press [• ] to change case or switch to Number mode.Press [• ] to switch to Symbol mode.Press and hold [• ] to access writing options.T9 mode1. Press appropriate alphanumeric keys to enter anentire word.2. When the word displays correctly, press [0] to insert aspace. If the correct word does not display, select analternate word from the list that appears.Send and view messagesTo send a text or multimedia message1. In Menu mode, select Messages → Createmessage.2. Enter a recipient number and scroll down.3. Enter your message text. ► Enter textFor sending as a text message, skip to step 5.For attaching multimedia, continue with step 4.4. Press <Options> → Add multimedia and add anitem.5. Press the Confirm key to send the message.To view text or multimedia messages1. In Menu mode, select Messages → Inbox.2. Select a text or multimedia message.Make fake callsYou can simulate an incoming call when you want to getout of meetings or unwanted conversations.You must set a shortcut key to make a fake call. InMenu mode, select Settings → Phone → Shortcutsand set a shortcut key for Fake call. To set and usea shortcut key, you must deactivate the smart homescreen.To make a fake callIn Idle mode, press and hold the shortcut key.•With the phone closed and the keys locked, press•the shortcut key four times.Answer a call1. When a call comes in, press [ ].2. To end the call, press [ ].Adjust the volumeTo adjust the volume of the ringtone1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Sound profiles.2. Scroll to the profile you are using.If you are using the silent or offline profile, you are notallowed to adjust the volume of the ringtone.3. Press <Edit> → Volume → Call alert.4. Scroll left or right to adjust the volume level andpress <Save>.To adjust the volume of voice during a callWhile a call is in progress, press [ / ] to adjust thevolume.In noisy environments, you may have difficulty hearingthe calls while using the speakerphone feature. Forbetter audio performance, use the normal phone mode.Activate the mobile trackerWhen someone inserts a new SIM card in your phone,the mobile tracker feature will automatically send thecontact number to two recipients to help you locate andrecover your phone. To activate the mobile tracker,1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Security →Mobile tracker.2. Enter your password and press <OK>.The first time you access Mobile tracker, you will beprompted to create and confirm a password.3. Press the Confirm key to turn on the mobile trackerfeature.4. Scroll down and press the Confirm key to open therecipient list.5. Press <Options> → Phonebook to open yourcontact list.6. Select a contact.7. Select a number (if necessary).8. When you are finished selecting contacts, press<Select>.9. Press the Confirm key to save the recipients.10. Scroll down and enter the sender's name.11. Press <Save> → <Accept>.Activate and send an SOS messageIn an emergency, you can send SOS messages to yourfamily or friends for help.To activate the SOS message1. In Menu mode, select Messages → Settings →SOS messages → Sending options.2. Press the Confirm key to turn on the SOS message.3. Scroll down and press the Confirm key to open therecipient list.4. Press <Options> → Search to open your contactlist.5. Select a contact.6. Select a number (if necessary).7. When you are finished selecting contacts, press theConfirm key to save the recipients.8. Scroll down and set the number of times to repeat theSOS message.9. Press <Back> → <Yes>.To send an SOS message1. With the phone closed and the keys locked, press[ / ] four times to send an SOS message to presetnumbers.The phone switches to SOS mode and sends thepreset SOS message.2. To exit SOS mode, press [ ].Use the cameraTo capture photos1. In Idle mode, press and hold [ ] to turn on thecamera.2. Rotate the phone counterclockwise to landscapeview.3. Aim the lens at the subject and make anyadjustments.4. Press the Confirm key or [ ] to take a photo. Thephoto is saved automatically.To view photosIn Menu mode, select My files → Images → a photo file.To capture videos1. In Idle mode, press and hold [ ] to turn on thecamera.2. Rotate the phone counterclockwise to landscapeview.3. Press [1] to switch to Recording mode.4. Aim the lens at the subject and make anyadjustments.5. Press the Confirm key or [ ] to start recording.6. Press < > or [ ] to stop recording. The video issaved automatically.To view videosIn Menu mode, select My files → Videos → a video file.ABC modePress an appropriate alphanumeric key until thecharacter you want appears on the display.Number modePress an appropriate alphanumeric key to enter anumber.Symbol modePress an appropriate alphanumeric key to enter asymbol.To move the cursor, press the Navigation key.•To delete characters one by one, press <• Clear>.To delete the characters quickly, press and hold <Clear>.To insert a space between characters, press [• 0].To enter punctuation marks in English input modes,•press [1].Add a new contactThe memory location to save new contacts may bepreset depending on your service provider. To changethe memory location, in Menu mode, select Phonebk →<Options> → Settings → Save new contact to → amemory location.1. In Idle mode, enter a phone number and press<Options>.2. Select Add to Phonebook → Create contact → amemory location (if necessary).3. Select a number type (if necessary).4. Enter contact information.5. Press <Save> or press <Options> → Save to addthe contact to memory.Listen to music1. In Menu mode, select Music → Library.2. Select a music category → a music file.3. Control playback using the following keys:Key FunctionConfirm Pause or resume playback/ Adjust the volumeNavigationLeft: Restart playback; Skip backward (press•within 2 seconds); Scan backward in a file(press and hold)Right: Skip forward; Scan forward in a file•(press and hold)Up: Open the playlist•Down: Change the repeat mode•Install the SIM card and battery1. Remove the back cover and battery, and then insertthe SIM card.2. Insert the battery and replace the back cover.Charge the battery1. Plug the supplied traveladapter.2. When charging isfinished, unplug thetravel adapter.Do not remove the battery while the phone is connectedto the travel charger. Otherwise, the phone may bedamaged.Insert a memory card (optional)Your phone accepts microSD™ or microSDHC™memory cards up to 8 GB (depending on memory cardmanufacturer and type).Formatting the memory card on a PC may cause•incompatibility with your phone. Format the memorycard only on the phone.Frequent writing and erasing will shorten the life span•of memory cards.1. Remove the back cover and battery.2. Unlock the memory card cover.3. Lift the memory card cover and insert a memory cardwith the label side facing up.4. Close and lock the memory card cover.5. Replace the battery and back cover.Instructional iconsNote: notes, usage tips, or additional information→Followed by: the order of options or menus youmust select to perform a step; for example: InMenu mode, select Messages → Create message(represents Messages, followed by Createmessage)[ ] Square brackets: phone keys; for example: [ ](represents the Power/Menu exit key)< >Angled brackets: softkeys that control differentfunctions at each screen; for example: <OK>(represents the OK softkey)Turn your phone on or offTo turn your phone on,1. Press and hold [ ].2. Enter your PIN and press <OK> (if necessary).3. When the setup wizard opens, customize your phoneas desired by following the screen.To turn your phone off, repeat step 1 above.Access menusTo access your phone's menus,1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> or the Confirm key toaccess Menu mode.You may need to press the Confirm key to access Menumode depending on your region or service provider.When you are using the smart home screen, you cannotuse the Confirm key to access Menu mode.2. Use the Navigation key to scroll to a menu or option.3. Press <Select>, <OK>, or the Confirm key to confirmthe highlighted option.4. Press <Back> to move up one level; Press [ ] toreturn to Idle mode.When you access a menu requiring the PIN2, you must•enter the PIN2 supplied with the SIM card. For details,contact your service provider.Samsung is not responsible for any loss of passwords•or private information or other damages caused byillegal software.Make a call1. In Idle mode, enter an area code and a phonenumber.2. Press [ ] to dial the number.3. To end the call, press [ ].BatteryTo AC power outletSIM cardMemory cardMemory cardcoverBack coverListen to the FM radio1. Plug the supplied headset into the phone.2. In Menu mode, select Applications → FM radio.3. Press the Confirm key to start the FM radio.4. Press <Yes> to start automatic tuning.The radio scans and saves available stationsautomatically.The first time you turn on the FM radio, you will beprompted to start automatic tuning.5. Control the FM radio using the following keys:Key FunctionConfirm Turn the FM radio on or offNavigationLeft/Right: Select a saved radio station•UP/Down: Select a radio station in the•favorite listVolume Adjust the volume6. To turn off the FM radio, press the Confirm key. |
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