Samsung SGH-I617 User manual

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English. 03/2008. Rev. 1.0

SGH-i617
User’s Guide

Using this guide
This user’s guide has been specially
designed to guide you through the
functions and features of your device. To
get started quickly, refer to the Quick
Start Guide.
Instructional icons
Before you start, familiarize yourself with
the icons you will see in this guide:
You can also learn how to set up your
device by using
Getting Started in
the start menu. If you set the Home
screen theme to Sliding Panel, the
Getting Started menu will appear on
the Home screen.
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
X
Refer to—pages with related
information; for example:
X p. 12 (represents “see page
12”)
→
Followed by—the order of
options or menus you must
select to perform a step; for
example: Press <
Start > →
< All Programs > → Camera
(represents
Start , followed by
Camera )
[ ]
Square brackets—phone keys;
for example: [ ] (represents
the Power key)
< >
Angled brackets—softkeys that
control different functions at
each screen; for example:
<
Select > (represents the
Select softkey)

Copyrights and trademarks
Rights to all technologies and products
that comprise this device are the
property of their respective owners:
• This product includes
software licensed from
MS, an affiliate of the
Microsoft Corporation.
Microsoft and software bearing the
Microsoft name are registered
trademarks of the Microsoft
Corporation. Before using this product,
refer to MICROSOFT SOFTWARE
LICENSE TERMS FOR WINDOWS
MOBILE 6 SOFTWARE Agreement at
the back of this guide for information
about rights and restrictions.
• Java™ is a trademark of
Sun Microsystems, Inc.
• Bluetooth
®
is a registered trademark of
the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
worldwide—Bluetooth QD ID: B013165
• Windows Media Player
®
is a registered
trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

2
Contents
Safety and usage information...........4
1. Communication 11
Calls ........................................... 11
Messaging ................................... 12
2. Media 20
Windows Media ............................ 20
Camera....................................... 22
My Stuff ...................................... 24
Voice Notes.................................. 26
3. Personal productivity 27
Contacts...................................... 27
Calendar...................................... 29
Office Mobile................................ 30
PDF Viewer...................................30
File Explorer .................................31
Notepad.......................................31
Tasks...........................................32
4. Web 33
Internet Explorer...........................33
Windows Live................................34
Messenger....................................35
RSS Reader ..................................36
5. Additional programs 38
Alarms.........................................38
Games.........................................39
Java ............................................39
Calculator.....................................40

3
Contents
D-Day......................................... 40
Smart Converter........................... 40
Stopwatch ................................... 41
World Clock ................................. 41
Smart Search............................... 42
6. Connectivity 43
Use the Bluetooth wireless feature .. 43
Connect via USB........................... 45
Synchronize your device................ 46
Connect to the internet
or your network............................ 49
7. Settings 51
8. Troubleshooting 61
9. MICROSOFT SOFTWARE LICENSE
TERMS FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 6
SOFTWARE Agreement 66
Index 75

4
Safety and usage
information
Comply with the following precautions to
avoid dangerous or illegal situations and
ensure peak performance of your device.
Safety warnings
Keep your device away from small
children and pets
Keep your device and all accessories out
of the reach of small children or animals.
Small parts may cause choking or serious
injury if swallowed.
Protect your hearing
Install mobile devices and
equipment with caution
Ensure that any mobile devices or related
equipment installed in your vehicle are
securely mounted. Avoid placing your
device and accessories near or in an air
bag deployment area. Improperly
installed wireless equipment can cause
serious injury when air bags inflate
rapidly.
Handle and dispose of batteries and
chargers with care
• Use only Samsung-approved batteries
and chargers specifically designed for
your device. Incompatible batteries
and chargers can cause serious injuries
or damage to your device.
• Never dispose of batteries in a fire.
Follow all local regulations when
disposing of used batteries.
Listening to a headset at high
volumes can damage your
hearing. Use only the minimum
volume setting necessary to
hear your conversation or music.

5
Safety and usage information
• Never place batteries or devices on or
in heating devices, such as microwave
ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries
may explode when overheated.
• Never crush or puncture the battery.
Avoid exposing the battery to high
external pressure, which can lead to an
internal short circuit and overheating.
Avoid interference with pacemakers
Maintain a minimum of 15 cm (6 inches)
between mobile devices and pacemakers
to avoid potential interference, as
recommended by manufacturers and the
independent research group, Wireless
Technology Research. If you have any
reason to suspect that your device is
interfering with a pacemaker or other
medical device, turn off the device
immediately and contact the
manufacturer of the pacemaker or
medical device for guidance.
Turn off the device in potentially
explosive environments
Do not use your device at refuelling
points (service stations) or near fuels or
chemicals. Turn off your device whenever
directed by warning signs or instructions.
Your device could cause explosions or fire
in and around fuel or chemical storage
and transfer areas or blasting areas. Do
not store or carry flammable liquids,
gases, or explosive materials in the same
compartment as the device, its parts, or
accessories.
Reduce the risk of repetitive motion
injuries
When sending text messages or playing
games on your device, hold the device
with a relaxed grip, press the keys lightly,
use special features that reduce the
number of keys you have to press (such
as templates and predictive text), and
take frequent breaks.

Safety and usage information
6
Safety precautions
Drive safely at all times
Avoid using your device while driving and
obey all regulations that restrict the use
of mobile devices while driving. Use
hands-free accessories to increase your
safety when possible.
Follow all safety warnings and
regulations
Comply with any regulations that restrict
the use of a mobile device in a certain
area.
Use only Samsung-approved
accessories
Using incompatible accessories may
damage your device or cause injury.
Turn off the device near medical
equipment
Your device can interfere with medical
equipment in hospitals or health care
facilities. Follow all regulations, posted
warnings, and directions from medical
personnel.
Turn off the device or disable the
wireless functions when in an
aircraft
Your device can cause interference with
aircraft equipment. Follow all airline
regulations and turn off your device or
switch to a mode that disables the
wireless functions when directed by
airline personnel.

7
Safety and usage information
Protect batteries and chargers from
damage
•Avoid exposing batteries to very cold or
very hot temperatures (below 0° C/
32° F or above 45° C/113° F). Extreme
temperatures can reduce the charging
capacity and life of your batteries.
• Prevent batteries from contacting
metal objects, as this can create a
connection between the + and -
terminals of your batteries and lead to
temporary or permanent battery
damage.
• Never use a damaged charger or
battery.
Handle your device carefully and
sensibly
• Do not allow your device to get wet—
liquids can cause serious damage. Do
not handle your device with wet hands.
Water damage to your device can void
your manufacturer’s warranty.
• Avoid using or storing your device in
dusty, dirty areas to prevent damage
to moving parts.
• Your device is a complex electronic
device—protect it from impacts and
rough handling to avoid serious
damage.
• Do not paint your device, as paint can
clog moving parts and prevent proper
operation.
• Avoid using the device’s camera flash
or light close to the eyes of children or
animals.