Samsung GT-I8190 User manual

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GT-I8190
You can access the full user manual for more
information. To learn to access the user manual, see
“Viewing the user manual”in this quick start guide.
Quick Start Guide

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This product meets applicable
national SAR limits of 2.0 W/kg. The
specific maximum SAR values can
be found in the SAR information
section of this guide.
When carrying the product or
using it while worn on your body,
maintain a distance of 1.5 cm from
the body to ensure compliance with
RF exposure requirements.
This device provides high quality mobile
communication and entertainment using Samsung’s
high standards and technological expertise.
• Content may differ from the final product, or from
software provided by service providers or carriers,
and is subject to change without prior notice.
• The items supplied with the device and any
available accessories may vary depending on the
region or service provider.

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• The supplied items are designed only for this
device and may not be compatible with other
devices.
• You can purchase additional accessories from
your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are
compatible with the device before purchase.
• Other accessories may not be compatible with your
device.
• Samsung is not liable for performance issues or
incompatibilities caused by edited registry settings
or modified operating system software. Attempting
to customise the operating system may cause your
device or applications to work improperly.

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Instructional icons
Warning: situations that could cause injury
to yourself or others
Caution: situations that could cause damage
to your device or other equipment
Note: notes, usage tips, or additional
information
Copyright
Copyright © 2012 Samsung Electronics
This guide is protected under international copyright
laws.
No part of this guide may be reproduced,
distributed, translated, or transmitted in any
form or by any means, electronic or mechanical,
including photocopying, recording, or storing in any
information storage and retrieval system, without the
prior written permission of Samsung Electronics.

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Trademarks
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trademarks of Samsung Electronics.
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,
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, YouTube
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Store,
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are trademarks of Google, Inc.
• Bluetooth
®
is a registered trademark of Bluetooth
SIG, Inc. worldwide.
• Wi-Fi
®
, Wi-Fi Protected Setup
™
, Wi-Fi Direct
™
,
Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
™
, and the Wi-Fi logo are registered
trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Your device uses a non-harmonised frequency
and is intended for use in all European countries.
The WLAN can be operated in the EU without
restriction indoors, but cannot be operated
outdoors.
• All other trademarks and copyrights are the
property of their respective owners.

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Getting started
Device layout
Back button
Multipurpose jack
Front camera Earpiece
Menu button
Microphone
Power button
Home button
Proximity sensor
Touch screen

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Getting started
Rear camera
GPS antenna
Main antenna
Headset jack
Volume button
Flash
Back cover
Speaker
Do not cover the antenna area with your
hands or other objects. This may cause
connectivity problems or drain the battery.

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Getting started
Buttons
Button Function
Power
• Press and hold to turn the device
on or off.
• Press and hold for 8-10 seconds to
reset the device if it has fatal errors
or hang-ups, or freezes.
• Press to lock or unlock the device.
The device goes into lock mode
when the touch screen turns off.
Menu
• Tap to open a list of options
available for the current screen.
• Tap and hold on the Home screen
to launch Google search.
Home
• Press to return to the Home screen.
• Press and hold to open the list of
recent applications.
Back
• Tap to return to the previous
screen.
Volume
• Press to adjust the device volume.

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Getting started
Installing the SIM or USIM card
and battery
Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile
telephone service provider, and the included battery.
1
Remove the back cover.
Be careful not to damage your fingernails
when you remove the back cover.
2
Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-
coloured contacts facing downwards.

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Getting started
3
Insert the battery.
1
2
4
Replace the back cover.

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Getting started
Charging the battery
Before using the device for the first time or when the
battery has been unused for extended periods, you
must charge the battery.
Use only Samsung-approved chargers,
batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers
or cables can cause the battery to explode or
damage the device.
Plug the small end of the charger into the
multipurpose jack of the device, and plug the large
end of the charger into an electric socket.
Connecting the charger improperly may
cause serious damage to the device. Any
damage caused by misuse is not covered by
the warranty.

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Getting started
After fully charging, disconnect the device from the
charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and
then unplug it from the electric socket.
Do not remove the battery before removing
the charger. This may damage the device.
To save energy, unplug the charger when not
in use. The charger does not have a power
switch, so you must unplug the charger from
the electric socket when not in use to avoid
wasting power. The device should remain
close to the electric socket while charging.
Checking the battery charge
status
When you charge the battery while the device is off,
the following icons will show the current battery
charge status:
Charging Fully charged

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Getting started
Turning the device on and off
When turning on the device for the first time, follow
the on-screen instructions to set up your device.
Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to
turn the device on and off.

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Basics
Notifications
Notification icons appear on the status bar to report
missed calls, new messages, calendar events, device
status, and more. Open the notifications panel,
and then view your device’s current status and use
available options.
Drag down from the status bar to open the
notifications panel. To close the notifications panel,
drag up the bar that is on the bottom of the screen.
The available options may vary depending
on the region or service provider.

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Basics
Making or answering a call
Use call functions, such as making and answering
calls, using options available during a call, or
customising and using call-related features.
Making a call
Enter the number using the keypad, and then tap .
Answering a call
When a call comes in, drag outside the circle.
Managing contacts
Manage contacts, including phone numbers, email
addresses, and others. You can group contacts to
make them easier to search for and send contacts to
others or share them.
Sending messages
Send text messages, or multimedia messages by
attaching images or videos.
You may incur additional charges for sending
or receiving messages while you are outside
your home service area. For details, contact
your service provider.

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Basics
Using applications
The Applications screen displays icons for all
applications, including any new applications
installed.
Open the Applications screen and select an
application icon to open it. Tap to close
applications.
Connecting to the Internet
Connect to the Internet by using the Wi-Fi feature or
cellular data network. Open the Internet application
and browse webpages.
You may incur additional charges for
accessing the Internet and downloading
media files. For details, contact your service
provider.

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Basics
Viewing the user manual
The user manual provides complete information
about operating your device.
You may incur additional charges for
accessing the Internet and downloading
media files. For details, contact your service
provider.
From your device
1
Open the Internet application.
2
Tap to open the bookmarks list.
3
Select the bookmark for the user manual.
To access the user manual more easily, place a
shortcut or widget for the user manual on the Home
screen.
The user manual may not be available
depending on the web browser or service
provider.
From your computer
Access www.samsung.com and then search for the
user manual by the model name of your device.

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Safety information
This safety information contains content for mobile devices.
Some content may be not applicable to your device. To
prevent injury to yourself and others or damage to your
device, read the safety information about your device before
using the device.
Warning: Prevent electric shock, fire, and
explosion
Do not use damaged power cords or plugs, or loose electrical
sockets
Do not touch the power cord with wet hands or disconnect the
charger by pulling the cord
Do not bend or damage the power cord
Do not use your device while it is charging or touch your
device with wet hands
Do not short-circuit the charger or the device
Do not drop or cause an impact to the charger or the device
Do not charge the battery with the charger that is not
approved by the manufacturer
Do not use your device during a thunderstorm
Your device may malfunction and your risk of electric shock is
increased.

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Safety information
Do not handle a damaged or leaking Lithium Ion (Li-Ion)
battery
For safe disposal of your Li-Ion battery, contact your nearest
authorised service centre.
Handle and dispose of the device and charger with care
• Use only Samsung-approved battery and charger specifically
designed for your device. Incompatible battery and charger can
cause serious injuries or damage to your device.
• Never dispose of the battery or device in a fire. Follow all local
regulations when disposing of used battery or device.
• Never place the battery or device on or in heating devices,
such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. The device may
explode when overheated.
• Never crush or puncture the device. Avoid exposing the device
to high external pressure, which can lead to an internal short
circuit and overheating.
Protect the device, battery and charger from damage
• Avoid exposing your device and battery to very cold or very hot
temperatures.
• Extreme temperatures can damage the device and reduce the
charging capacity and life of your device and battery.
• Prevent the battery from coming into contact with metal
objects, as this can create a connection between the + and –
terminals of your battery and lead to temporary or permanent
battery damage.
• Never use a damaged charger or battery.

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Safety information
Caution: Follow all safety warnings and
regulations when using your device in
restricted areas
Do not use your device near other electronic devices
Most electronic devices use radio frequency signals. Your device
may interfere with other electronic devices.
Do not use your device near a pacemaker
• Avoid using your device within a 15 cm range of a pacemaker, if
possible, as your device can interfere with the pacemaker.
• To minimise possible interference with a pacemaker, use
your device only on the side of your body that is opposite the
pacemaker.
Do not use your device in a hospital or near medical
equipment that can be interfered with by radio frequency
If you use medical equipment, contact the equipment
manufacturer before using your device to determine whether or
not the equipment will be affected by radio frequencies emitted
by the device.
If you use a hearing aid, contact the manufacturer for
information about radio interference
The radio frequency emitted by your device may interfere
with some hearing aids. Before using your device, contact the
manufacturer to determine whether or not your hearing aid will be
affected by radio frequencies emitted by the device.
Turn off the device in potentially explosive environments
• Turn off your device in potentially explosive environments
instead of removing the battery.