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_TE_082510_F8
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Table of Contents
Section 1: Getting Started ........................................5
Understanding this User Manual ......................................... 5
Installing the Battery .......................................................... 7
Charging the Battery ..........................................................8
Activating Your Phone ......................................................11
Section 2: Understanding Your Phone ...................13
Features of Your Phone .................................................... 13
Closed View of Your Phone ...............................................14
Open View (Front) of Your Phone ...................................... 16
Understanding the Display Screen .................................... 19
Section 3: Menu Navigation ...................................23
Menu Navigation .............................................................. 23
Navigation Key Shortcuts ................................................. 24
Section 4: Entering Text .........................................25
Text Entry Modes ............................................................. 25
Using T9® Mode .............................................................. 26
Using Abc/ABC Mode .......................................................27
Using 123 Mode ............................................................... 28
Entering Symbols ............................................................. 28
Section 5: Call Functions ........................................29
Making a Call ................................................................... 29
Answering a Call .............................................................. 34
Calls Logs ........................................................................ 38
Section 6: Understanding Your Contacts ...............42
Contacts ...........................................................................42

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Adding a New Contacts Entry ............................................43
Finding a Contacts Entry ...................................................47
Editing a Contacts Entry ....................................................51
Speed Dial ........................................................................55
Contacts Groups ...............................................................57
Deleting a Contacts Entry ..................................................62
Memory Info .....................................................................62
Section 7: Messages .............................................. 63
Accessing the Messages Menu .........................................63
Create and Send Text Messages .......................................63
Send Picture Messages in Camera Mode ..........................64
Send Picture Messages in Standby Mode ..........................66
Message Content and Delivery Options .............................68
Receiving Messages .........................................................69
Message Boxes ................................................................71
Erase Messages ...............................................................79
Message Settings .............................................................80
Section 8: Camera .................................................. 83
Taking Pictures .................................................................83
Taking Snap Shots (Single Pictures) ..................................84
Screen Layouts .................................................................87
The Photo Gallery .............................................................89
Section 9: @Metro .................................................. 91
Launching @metro ...........................................................91
Applications Shopping and Downloading
@metro App Store ........................................................92
Changing Your @metro Settings .......................................92
Using On-line Help ............................................................93

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Section 10: Multimedia ..........................................96
Accessing Multimedia ...................................................... 96
Camera ............................................................................96
Using My Images .............................................................. 96
Using My Ringtones Gallery ..............................................98
Section 11: Tools ..................................................100
Accessing Your Phone’s Tools ........................................ 100
Bluetooth ....................................................................... 100
Calendar ........................................................................104
Memo Pad ......................................................................106
Alarm Clock ...................................................................107
World Time ....................................................................108
Calculator .......................................................................110
Stop Watch .................................................................... 111
Converter .......................................................................112
Tip Calculator ................................................................. 115
Section 12: Voice SVC ..........................................116
Voice SVC Options .......................................................... 116
Voice Command ............................................................. 116
Voice Settings ................................................................ 118
Section 13: Changing Your Settings ....................123
Location Setting ............................................................. 123
Display Settings ............................................................. 123
Sounds Settings ............................................................. 125
Call and Phone Settings ................................................. 126
Call Settings ...................................................................127
Phone Settings ............................................................... 129

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Memory Info ...................................................................135
Phone Info ......................................................................136
Section 14: Health and Safety Information ......... 137
Health and Safety Information .........................................137
Please Note the Following Information When
Using Your Handset ....................................................139
Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling ........................140
UL Certified Travel Adapter .............................................140
Consumer Information on Wireless Phones .....................141
Road Safety ....................................................................151
Responsible Listening .....................................................154
Operating Environment ...................................................157
Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices .............158
FCC Hearing-Aid Compatibility (HAC) Regulations
for Wireless Devices ...................................................159
Potentially Explosive Environments .................................162
Emergency Calls .............................................................163
FCC Notice and Cautions ................................................164
Other Important Safety Information .................................165
Product Performance ......................................................166
Availability of Various Features/Ring Tones .....................168
Battery Standby and Talk Time .......................................168
Battery Precautions ........................................................168
Care and Maintenance ....................................................171
Section 15: Warranty Information ....................... 173
Standard Limited Warranty .............................................173
End User License Agreement for Software ......................179
Index ...................................................................... 187

Getting Started 5
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 137.
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.

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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 ...”

Getting Started 7
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.

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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.

Getting Started 9
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.

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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.
Correct Incorrect

Getting Started 11
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

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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.
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.
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 13
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.

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Closed View of Your Phone
Features
1. Volume Key — Lets you adjust
the ring volume in Standby
mode, adjust the voice volume
during a call, or mute the ringer
during an incoming call. Press
and hold to light the front
display.
2. Camera Lens — The lens of
your built-in camera.
3. Front Display — Indicates the
status of your phone, including
status icons, message
indicators, signal strength, and so on.

Understanding Your Phone 15
4.
Headset Jack (2.7 mm) — Used
to connect an optional, wired
headset (for hands free
operation) or optional TTY/TDD
device.
5. Camera Key — Launches the
Camera feature of your phone
and takes photos.
6. USB Power / Accessory
Connector — Used to connect
charging accessories or
optional USB accessory cables
to your phone.
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Open View (Front) of Your Phone