Samsung Xcover 271 User manual

Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone depending on the software of the phone or your service
provider.
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Printed in Korea
Code No.:GH68-31622A
English (EU). 08/2010. Rev. 1.0

GT-B2710
user manual
Draft04
2010.08.20
SW version: B2710XXJH3a

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Thank you for purchasing this Samsung mobile phone.
This phone will provide you with high quality mobile
communication and entertainment based on Samsung’s
exceptional technology and high standards.
This user manual has been specially designed to guide you
through the functions and features of your phone.
Read me first
Please read all safety precautions and this manual•
carefully before using your phone to ensure safe and
proper use.
The descriptions in this manual are based on the default
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settings of your phone.
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differ in appearance from the actual product.
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or from software provided by service providers or
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Followed by—the order of options or menus
you must select to perform a step; for example:
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
Messages
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Create message (represents
Messages, followed by Create message)
[ ] Square brackets—phone keys; for example:
[] (represents the Power/End key)
Instructional icons
Before you start, familiarise yourself with the icons you will
see in this manual:
Warning—situations that could cause injury to
yourself or others
Caution—situations that could cause damage to
your phone or other equipment
Note—notes, usage tips, or additional
information
►Refer to—pages with related information; for
example: ►p.12 (represents“see page 12”)

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SIG, Inc. worldwide.
Java
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All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of
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No part of this user manual may be reproduced,
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means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying,
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retrieval system, without the prior written permission of
Samsung Electronics.

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Contents
Assembling ............................................. 8
Unpack .................................................................. 8
Install the SIM or USIM card and battery ...... 8
Charge the battery ........................................... 10
Insert a memory card (optional) ................... 12
Getting started ..................................... 15
Turn your phone on and off ........................... 15
Get to know your phone ................................. 15
Lock or unlock the keys ................................... 20
Access menus .................................................... 20
Customise your phone .................................... 20
Enter text ............................................................ 25
Communication ................................... 26
Calling .................................................................. 26
Logs ...................................................................... 29
Messages ............................................................ 31
Email .................................................................... 32
Instant messenger ............................................ 36
Entertainment ...................................... 37
Camera ................................................................ 37
Media browser ................................................... 39

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Google ................................................................. 51
Synchronise ........................................................ 52
Communities ..................................................... 52
Community websites ....................................... 53
Connectivity ......................................... 54
Bluetooth ............................................................ 54
PC connections .................................................. 56
Tools ....................................................... 59
Alarms .................................................................. 59
Calculator ............................................................ 59
Compass .............................................................. 60
Convertor ............................................................ 60
Music .................................................................... 40
FM radio .............................................................. 41
Games and more ............................................... 43
Personal information .......................... 44
Contacts .............................................................. 44
Calendar .............................................................. 46
Task ...................................................................... 46
Memo ................................................................... 47
Voice recorder .................................................... 47
Web ........................................................ 49
Internet ............................................................... 49
Downloads ......................................................... 51

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Call ........................................................................ 68
Applications ....................................................... 68
Security ............................................................... 69
PC connections .................................................. 69
Network .............................................................. 69
Profile wizard ..................................................... 70
Memory ............................................................... 70
Reset .................................................................... 70
About phone ...................................................... 70
Troubleshooting .................................. 71
Safety precautions ............................... 75
Index ...................................................... 85
Image editor ...................................................... 61
My files ................................................................ 62
Pedometer .......................................................... 64
Search .................................................................. 64
Stopwatch .......................................................... 64
Timer .................................................................... 64
World clock ......................................................... 65
Settings .................................................. 67
Access the Settings menu ............................... 67
Sound profiles ................................................... 67
Display ................................................................. 67
Time and date .................................................... 67
Phone .................................................................. 68

Assembling
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Assembling
Unpack
Check your product box for the following items:
Mobile phone
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Battery•
Travel adapter (charger)•
User manual•
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illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions
that are not covered by your manufacturer's
warranty.
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depending on the software and accessories
available in your region or offered by your service
provider.
You can obtain additional accessories from your
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local Samsung dealer.
The supplied accessories perform best for your
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phone.
Accessories other than the supplied ones may not
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be compatible with your phone.
Install the SIM or USIM card and
battery
When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive
a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card, with subscription
details, such as your personal identification number (PIN)
and optional services. To use UMTS or HSDPA services,
you can purchase a Universal Subscriber Identity Module
(USIM) card.

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Insert the SIM or USIM card.
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Place the SIM or USIM card into the phone with•
the gold-coloured contacts facing down.
If you do not insert a SIM or USIM card, you can
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only use your phone’s non-network services and
some menus.
Insert the battery.
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To install the SIM or USIM card and battery,
If the phone is on, press and hold [
1
] to turn it off.
Turn the screw anti-clockwise to unlock the back cover,
2
and then remove the cover.
Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you
remove the back cover.