Samsung SCH-R250 User manual

SCH-R250
PORTABLE TRI-BAND
MOBILE PHONE
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating your
phone, and keep it for future reference.

MPC_SCH-R250_English_UM_DH24_CB_111511_F9
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Table of Contents
Section 1: Getting Started ........................................ 6
Understanding this User Manual .........................................6
Installing the Battery ...........................................................8
Charging the Battery ...........................................................9
Activating Your Phone .......................................................12
Section 2: Understanding Your Phone ................... 15
Features of Your Phone .....................................................15
Closed View of Your Phone ...............................................16
Open View (Front) of Your Phone .......................................18
Understanding the Display Screen ....................................21
Section 3: Menu Navigation ...................................25
Menu Navigation ...............................................................25
Navigation Key Shortcuts ..................................................26
Section 4: Entering Text ......................................... 27
Text Entry Modes ..............................................................27
Using T9® Mode ..............................................................28
Using Abc/ABC Mode ........................................................29
Using 123 Mode ...............................................................30
Entering Symbols ..............................................................30
Section 5: Call Functions ....................................... 31
Making a Call ...................................................................31
Answering a Call ...............................................................36
Calls Logs .........................................................................40

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Section 6: Understanding Your Contacts ...............44
Contacts ...........................................................................44
Adding a New Contacts Entry ...........................................45
Finding a Contacts Entry ................................................... 49
Editing a Contacts Entry ...................................................53
Speed Dial ....................................................................... 57
Contacts Groups ...............................................................59
Deleting a Contacts Entry .................................................64
Memory Info .....................................................................64
Section 7: Messages ..............................................65
Accessing the Messages Menu ........................................ 65
Create and Send Text Messages ......................................65
Send Picture Messages in Camera Mode ..........................66
Send Picture Messages in Standby Mode .........................68
Message Content and Delivery Options .............................70
Receiving Messages ......................................................... 71
Message Boxes ................................................................73
Erase Messages ...............................................................81
Message Settings ............................................................. 82
Section 8: Camera ..................................................85
Taking Pictures ................................................................85
Taking Snap Shots (Single Pictures) ................................. 86
Screen Layouts ................................................................ 89
The Photo Gallery .............................................................91

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Section 9: @Metro .................................................. 93
Launching @metro ...........................................................93
Applications Shopping and Downloading
@metro App Store ........................................................94
Changing Your @metro Settings .......................................94
Using On-line Help ............................................................95
Section 10: Multimedia .......................................... 98
Accessing Multimedia .......................................................98
Camera ............................................................................98
Using My Images ..............................................................98
Using My Ringtones Gallery ............................................100
Section 11: Tools .................................................. 102
Accessing Your Phone’s Tools ........................................102
Bluetooth ........................................................................102
Calendar .........................................................................106
Memo Pad ......................................................................108
Alarm Clock ....................................................................109
World Time .....................................................................110
Calculator .......................................................................112
Stop Watch .....................................................................113
Converter ........................................................................114
Tip Calculator .................................................................117
Section 12: Voice SVC .......................................... 118
Voice SVC Options ..........................................................118
Voice Command .............................................................118
Voice Settings .................................................................120

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Section 13: Changing Your Settings ....................125
Location Setting ............................................................. 125
Display Settings ............................................................. 125
Sounds Settings ............................................................. 127
Call and Phone Settings ................................................. 128
Call Settings ................................................................... 129
Phone Settings ............................................................... 131
Memory Info ................................................................... 137
Phone Info ...................................................................... 138
Section 14: Health and Safety Information ..........139
Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals ...................... 139
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Certification Information . 147
Smart Practices While Driving ........................................149
Battery Use and Safety ................................................... 151
Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling .......................153
UL Certified Travel Charger ............................................ 155
Display / Touch-Screen .................................................. 156
GPS & AGPS ................................................................... 157
Emergency Calls ............................................................ 158
Care and Maintenance ................................................... 160
Responsible Listening .................................................... 161
Operating Environment ................................................... 165
FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) Regulations
for Wireless Devices .................................................. 168
Restricting Children's Access to Your Mobile Device ....... 171
FCC Notice and Cautions ................................................ 171
Other Important Safety Information ................................. 172

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Section 15: Warranty Information ....................... 173
Standard Limited Warranty .............................................173
End User License Agreement for Software ......................180
Index ...................................................................... 189

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Section 1: Getting Started
This section explains how to start using your SCH-r250 phone.
Understanding this User Manual
The chapters of this guide generally follow the same order as the
menus and sub-menus in your phone.
A robust index for quick reference to most features begins on
page 189.
Important safety information that you should know before using your
phone is near the back of the guide, beginning on page 139.
Notes and Tips
Throughout this manual, the following labels point out important
information, quick methods for activating features, and more:
• Notes : Explain alternative options within the current feature, menu, or sub-
menu.
• Tips : Provide quick or innovative methods for performing functions related
to the subject at hand.
• Important : Points out important information about the current feature that
could affect performance, or even damage your phone.

Getting Started 7
Text Conventions
To condense information in this manual, the following terms and icon
appear in procedural steps:
highlight UsetheNavigationkey( )tomoveahighlighting
effect onto a menu item or screen item of interest.
select After “highlighting” a menu item or screen item,
press the OK key to launch, access, or save a
highlighted menu item or screen field of interest.
➔ Used in place of “select” in long “drill down”
procedure steps.
Example: “... Settings ➔ Call Settings ➔ Call Answer ...”

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Installing the Battery
Note: Your phone comes packaged with a partially charged rechargeable standard
Li-Ion battery and travel adapter.
Important!: You must fully charge the battery the first time you use your phone,
otherwise you could damage the battery.

Getting Started 9
Removing the Battery
Caution!: The display on your handset is made of glass or acrylic and could break
if your handset is dropped or if it receives significant impact or
excessive pressure, which could void the warranty (For more
information, refer to “Standard Limited Warranty” on page 173.) Do not
use if screen is broken or cracked as this could cause injury to you.
Important!: You must unplug the adapter before removing the battery from the
phone during charging to avoid damage.
Charging the Battery
Your phone is powered by a rechargeable standard Li-Ion battery.
Only use Samsung-approved charging devices and batteries.
Samsung accessories are designed to maximize battery life. Use of
other accessories may invalidate your warranty and may cause
damage.

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Use the Travel Adapter
The travel adapter rapidly charges your phone from any 120/220 VAC
outlet.
1. Plug the large end of the Travel Adapter into a standard 120
VAC or 220 VAC wall outlet.
Important!: For connection to an electrical supply not located in North America,
you must use an adaptor of the proper configuration for the power
outlet. Use of the wrong adapter could damage your phone and void
your warranty.

Getting Started 11
2. Insert the smaller end of the Travel Adapter into the charger/
accessory connector on the lower right side of your phone.
Important!: You must unplug the adapter before removing the battery from the
phone during charging to avoid damage.
Low battery indicator
The battery indicator ( ) in the upper-right corner of the display
indicates power level. Monitor the battery strength and ensure your
battery is adequately charged.
• Five bars ( ) indicate a full charge.
• An empty battery icon ( ) indicates a near empty battery.
• A blinking empty battery icon ( ) and a tone sounding indicate you have
two to three minutes before the battery is too low to operate the phone.
If you continue to use your phone without charging its battery, the
phone will shut down.
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Activating Your Phone
Contact your Wireless Carrier and follow their instructions for
obtaining service, if necessary. We suggest that you read this guide
to fully understand the services your phone supports.
Turning Your Phone On
1. With the phone open, press . The display lights, showing
the power up animation.
Note: As with any other radio-transmitting device, do not touch the antenna while
using your phone as this can affect call quality and can cause the phone to
operate at a higher power level than is necessary.
2. The phone begins searching for a
network signal. Once the phone finds a
signal, the time, date, and day appear
near the top of the display. You’re now
ready to place and receive calls.
Note: If you are outside of your carrier’s coverage or roaming area, the No Service
icon ( ) appears at the top of the phone’s display. If you cannot place or
receive calls, try later when service is available, or at another location.
Press
Antenna

Getting Started 13
Turn Your Phone Off
䊳 With the phone open, press and hold for two or more
seconds. Your phone powers off.
Note: If your phone is on and you press for less than one second, the phone
will not power off. This prevents your phone from being turned off
accidentally.
Warning!: If your handset has a touchscreen display, please note that a
touchscreen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger
or a non-metallic stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic object
when pressing on the touchscreen may damage the tempered glass
surface and void the warranty. For more information, refer to “Warranty
Information” on page 173.
Setting Up Your Voicemail
Voicemail allows callers to leave voice messages, which can be
retrieved any time.
Note: Once your Voicemail account has been set up, you can use the Voicemail
folder (under the Message menu) to view details of voice messages in your
Voicemail box.
1. In Standby mode, press and hold or dial your own mobile
number to dial Voicemail.
2. Follow the prompts in the new user tutorial to setup your mail
box.

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Listen to Voicemail
1. In Standby mode, press and hold or dial your own mobile
number to access Voicemail. After connecting, you will hear
your voice greeting.
2. You are prompted to enter your password.

Understanding Your Phone 15
Section 2: Understanding Your Phone
This section lists some important features of your phone and
describes the keys and the screen format.
Features of Your Phone
• Domestic and international voice and text messaging service (available on
participating networks).
• Bluetooth
®
Wireless Technology (see Note)
• Global Positioning (GPS) Technology
• Personal Information Management (PIM) Functions
• Picture (MMS) Messaging
• Text (SMS) Messaging
• Built-in VGA Digital Camera
• Voice Dial
• Speakerphone
Note: The SCH-r250 supports the wireless Headset, Handsfree, Object Push, File
Transfer, and Phonebook Access profiles for Bluetooth®wireless
technology. The SCH-r250 does not support the Bluetooth serial port profile.