Samsung SGH-I257M User manual

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
SGH-I257M
www.samsung.com
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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.
• 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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Copyright
Copyright © 2013 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.
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
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• All other trademarks and copyrights are
the property of their respective owners.
IC Notice
This device complies with Industry
Canada licence exempt RSS
standard(s). Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause
interference, and
(2) this device must accept any
interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation
of the device.
Trademarks
• SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo
are registered trademarks of Samsung
Electronics.
• The Android logo, Google
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, Google
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Store, and Google Talk
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• Bluetooth
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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.
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Getting started
Device layout
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
Getting started
Button Function
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.
Buttons
Button Function
Power
• Press and hold to turn the
device on or off.
• Press and hold for more
than 7 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.
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Getting started
Getting started
Installing the SIM card and
battery
Insert the SIM card provided by your service
provider, and the included battery.
Device accepts microSIM cards only.
Be careful not to damage your
fingernails when you remove the
back cover.
Button Function
Back
• Tap to return to the
previous screen.
Volume
• Press to adjust the device
volume.
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Getting started
Getting started
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Insert the SIM card with the gold-
coloured contacts facing downwards.
1
Remove the back cover.
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Getting started
Getting started
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Replace the back cover.
3
Push the SIM card into the slot until it
locks in place.
4
Insert the battery.
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Getting started
Getting started
Connect the USB cable to the USB power
adaptor and then plug the end of the USB
cable into the multipurpose jack.
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.
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Getting started
Getting started
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.
Connecting the charger improperly
may cause serious damage to
the device. Any damage caused
by misuse is not covered by the
warranty.
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.
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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.
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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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 at the bottom
of the screen.
The available options may vary
depending on the region or service
provider.
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Basics
Basics
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.
Making or answering a call
Use call functions, such as making and
answering calls, using options available
during a call, or customizing 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
large circle.
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Basics
Basics
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.
You may incur additional charges for
sending or receiving messages while
you are outside your home service
area. For details, contact your service
provider.
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.
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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 computer
Access www.samsung.com and then search
for the user manual by the model name of
your device.
Group Play
Share screens with multiple devices. Create
or join a group play session, and then share
images, documents, or music. You can also
do the following:
• Write a note or draw on the screen. All
participants in a session can see what you
create.
• Send photos to all participants in a
session.
• Play online games with friends.
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Specifications
Network
• LTE Hexa band
• HSPA+ Quad band
• GSM/EDGE Quad band
Dimensions: • 124.6 x 61.3 x 8.94 mm
Weight: 107 g
Display: 4.3" 540 x 960 SuperAMOLED
Battery: 3.8V Li-ion 1900 mAh
CPU: Dual-core 1.7 GHz
Memory
• 1.5 GB RAM
• 16 GB storage
Messaging Capabilities
• Voice recorder
• MMS
• SMS
• IM
• E-mail
Camera / Video Specs
• 8M pixel camera
• 3264 x 2448 camera resolution
•1920 x 1080 video resolution at 30 fps
Bluetooth Supported Proles
• Supports v4.0, PBAP, PBA, A2DP, AVRCP,
GAP, HFP, HSP, SPP, HID, PAN
Expandable Memory: Up to 64 GB
(microSD)
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Safety information
Safety information
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
Failure to comply with safety warnings
and regulations can cause serious
injury or death
Do not use damaged power cords or plugs, or loose
electrical sockets
Unsecured connections can cause electric shock or fire.
Do not touch the power cord with wet hands or
disconnect the charger by pulling the cord
Doing so may result in electrocution.
Do not bend or damage the power cord
Doing so may cause electric shock or fire.
Do not use your device while it is charging or touch
your device with wet hands
Doing so may cause electric shock.
Do not short-circuit the charger or the device
Doing so may cause electric shock or fire, or the battery
may malfunction or explode.
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Safety information
Safety information
Do not use damaged power cords or plugs, or loose
electrical sockets
Unsecured connections can cause electric shock or fire.
Do not touch the power cord with wet hands or
disconnect the charger by pulling the cord
Doing so may result in electrocution.
Do not bend or damage the power cord
Doing so may cause electric shock or fire.
Do not use your device while it is charging or touch
your device with wet hands
Doing so may cause electric shock.
Do not short-circuit the charger or the device
Doing so may cause electric shock or fire, or the battery
may malfunction or explode.
Do not drop or cause an impact to the charger or
the device
Handle and dispose of the device and charger
with care
• Never dispose of the battery or device in a fire. Never
place the battery or device on or in heating devices,
such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. The
device may explode when overheated. Follow all
local regulations when disposing of used battery
or device.
• Never crush or puncture the device.
• Avoid exposing the device to high external pressure,
which can lead to an internal short circuit and
overheating.
Do not use your device outdoor during a
thunderstorm
Doing so may result in electric shock or device
malfunction.
Use manufacturer-approved batteries, chargers,
accessories, and supplies
• Using generic batteries or chargers may shorten the
life of your device or cause the device to malfunction.
They may also cause a fire or cause the battery to
explode.
• 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.
• Samsung cannot be responsible for the user’s safety
when using accessories or supplies that are not
approved by Samsung.
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Safety information
Safety information
Do not use or store your device in areas with high
concentrations of dust or airborne materials
Dust or foreign materials can cause your device to
malfunction and may result in fire or electric shock.
Do not bite or suck the device or the battery
• Doing so may damage the device or result in an
explosion or fire.
• Children or animals can choke on small parts.
• If children use the device, make sure that they use
the device properly.
Do not insert the device or supplied accessories into
the eyes, ears, or mouth
Doing so may cause suffocation or serious injuries.
Do not handle a damaged or leaking Lithium Ion
(Li-Ion) battery
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.
Do not store your device near or in heaters,
microwaves, hot cooking equipment, or high
pressure containers
• The battery may leak.
• Your device may overheat and cause a fire.
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