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PORTABLE QUAD-BAND MOBILE PHONE User Manual Please read this manual before operating your phone and keep it for future reference. - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 2
Intellectual Property All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating there to (the "Phone System"), is proprietary to - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 3
THERETO. NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING FROM - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 4
provider or user. For complete statement of limited warranty, please refer to www.samsung.com/us/safe, available on the web and where Samsung smartphone and Galaxy Tab™ devices are sold. [101212] Samsung Telecommunications America (STA), LLC Headquarters: 1301 E. Lookout Drive Richardson, TX 75082 - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 5
(Automated Response System) at: www.samsung.com/us/support Nuance®, VSuite™, T9® Text Input, Openwave, Inc. Google, the Google logo, Android, the Android logo, Google Play, Gmail, Google Mail, more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX videos. ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 6
Settings > About device > Legal information > License settings > DivX® VOD > Register). Go to vod.divx.com for more information on how to complete your registration. Dynamic Noise Suppression from Audience Your phone is equipped with an advanced voice processing chip that delivers clear mobile calls - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 7
Contents Section 1: Getting Started 7 Understanding this User Manual 7 Battery Cover 8 Battery 12 Extending Your Battery Life 15 Initial Device Configuration 16 Switching the Device On or Off 18 Restarting the Device 19 Locking and Unlocking the Device 19 Creating a New Google Account 19 - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 8
100 Section 5: Entering Text 104 Text Input Methods 104 Selecting the Text Input Method 104 Entering Text Using Swype 105 2 Using the Samsung Keyboard 110 Using Predictive Text 115 Using the Google Voice Typing 117 Section 6: Contacts 119 Accounts 119 Contacts List 119 Finding a Contact - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 9
Player 196 Media Hub 199 Play Movies & TV 202 Play Music 202 Music Player 208 Using Playlists 210 Creating a Playlist 211 Transferring Music Files 212 Removing Music Files 212 Music Hub 212 AllShare Play 214 AllShare Cast Hub 219 T-Mobile TV 225 YouTube 225 Section 9: Applications and - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 10
247 Mobile HotSpot 247 Music Hub 248 Music Player 248 My Files 248 Navigation 249 Need for Speed Most Wanted 251 Paper Downloading a New Google Application . . . . .254 Launching an Installed Google Application . . .255 Polaris Office 4.0 256 S Note 257 S Suggest 258 S Voice 258 Samsung - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 11
Downloading for Web Applications . . 282 PC Connections 282 Kies Air 284 Wi-Fi 286 USB Screen Mode 317 Blocking Mode 317 Sound Settings 318 Display Settings 320 SD Card & Device Storage 322 Power Saving Mode 323 Battery Usage 323 Applications Manager 324 Location Services 327 Lock Screen - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 12
Back up and Reset 345 Add Account 347 Motion Settings 348 S Pen Settings 350 Accessory 350 Date and Time 351 Accessibility Settings 351 Developer Options 353 About Device 355 Software Update 356 Section 12: Health and Safety Information 358 Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals . . . - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 13
. Note: Instructions in this manual are based on default settings, and may vary from your device, depending on the software version on your device, and any changes to the device's Settings. Unless stated otherwise, instructions in this User Manual start with the device unlocked, at the Home screen - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 14
longer, or repetitive, procedures. 8 Example: From the Home screen, press (Menu) ➔ Settings ➔ Bluetooth. Battery Cover The battery, micro SIM card and SD card are installed under the battery cover. Important! Before removing or replacing the battery cover, make sure the device is switched off - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 15
Card Overview Important! Before removing or replacing the battery cover, make sure the device is as your telephone number, PIN, available optional services, and many other features. unlocked by using the new micro SIM card. To use this new micro SIM card, call or contact T-Mobile customer service - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 16
is positioned as shown. To remove the micro SIM card: 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Carefully place your fingernail into the end of the micro SIM slot of the micro SIM card socket. Note: If the card is not inserted correctly, the device will not detect it and no service will be available. If this - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 17
include capacities greater than 32GB. Note: This device supports a memory card of up to a 64GB. 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Locate the microSD gold contact pins on the card with the device's contacts. Correct Incorrect Micro SD card Removing the microSD Memory Card 1. Remove the battery cover. - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 18
Before using your device for the first time, install the battery and charge it fully. Important! Before removing or replacing the battery cover, make sure the device is switched off. To turn the device off, hold down the key until the power-off image displays, then tap - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 19
battery before using your device for the first time. 1. Connect the USB cable to the charging head. 2. Locate the Charger/Accessory jack. 3. Insert the USB cable into the device's Charger/ Accessory jack. 4. Plug the charging head into a standard AC power outlet. The device turns on with the screen - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 20
damage to the accessory port will occur therefore voiding the phone's warranty. 5. When charging is finished, first unplug the charger's power plug from the AC wall outlet, then disconnect the charger's connector from the phone. Important! If your handset has a touch screen display, please note that - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 21
this condition, your device conserves its remaining battery power, by dimming the backlight. When the battery level becomes too low, the device automatically turns off. The on-screen battery charge is represented (by default) as a colored battery icon. You can also choose to display a percentage - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 22
Turn off any streaming services after use (see Running Services). • Animated wallpapers use is the default language. 3. Tap Next. Note: You may be prompted with a notification that information, refer to "Creating a Samsung Account" on page 21. 6. At the Got Google? screen, tap either Yes to sign into - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 23
the desired Google location services and tap (Next). Note: Enabling Google location services can drain battery power. 9. When prompted or I already have an account and follow the on-screen instructions. - or - Tap No thanks. Note: Once you decline the initial Dropbox setup offer, you will - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 24
collection. To disable data collection, go to Settings ➔ Back up and reset ➔ Collect diagnostics and turn off the Allow Diagnostics feature. For more information, refer to "Collect Diagnostics" on page 346. 16. Go through the on-screen tutorial. Switching the Device On or Off Once the device has - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 25
locks when the backlight turns off. Ⅲ Place your finger on the screen and swipe the glass in any of the directions shown unlock the device. Note: You can choose to configure lock settings to prevent unauthorized use of your device. For more information, refer to "Security" on page 335. Creating - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 26
, tap (Play Store). 2. Read the introduction and tap New to begin. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to create a Google Account. - or - If this is not the first time you are starting the device, tap ➔ (Gmail). Note: If you already have a Google account, you only need to sign in. To create a new - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 27
location for newly taken pictures or videos. Choose from: Phone or Memory card. Note: It is recommended that you set the option to Memory card. 4. Press to return to the Home screen. Creating a Samsung Account Just as important as setting up and activating a Google account to help provide - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 28
tap Go to Mailbox and follow the on-screen instructions. - or - If you have already verified your email address, tap Activate account. 7. Confirm the Samsung account icon no longer appears in the Notifications area at the top of the screen. Note: Without confirming your email address and following - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 29
! Always use a password to protect against unauthorized access. For new users, follow the instructions below to set up voice mail: Note: Voicemail setup may be different depending on your network. 1. From the Home screen, tap and then touch and hold the key until the device dials voicemail. You - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 30
and tap Done. A list of the voicemail messages displays. Note: You must subscribe to Visual Voicemail service to use this feature. Charges may apply. Please contact your service provider for further details. 4. Tap an on-screen voicemail message to play it back. To check Visual Voicemail messages - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 31
larger the energy drain on your battery. Task Manger Overview Ⅲ Press and hold (Home) and then tap (Task manager). This screen contains the following tabs: • Active applications display those currently active applications running on your phone. • Downloaded displays any installed packages or - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 32
. These cards are not manually added. The service uses your GPS, Google Search, and usage information to generate these cards automatically. To initially set up Google Now: 1. Press and hold (Home) and then tap (Google Now). 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to review the available - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 33
AirView technology • S Note sharing via S Beam • TecTile™ compliant • Support for Gestures (Screen Shot, Quick pause, Quick Rotate, Tap to Top of List, Missed Event Alert, and Camera Quick Access) • Wi-Fi ® Capability • USB Tethering-capable • Over 600,000 Apps available to download from the Google - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 34
of Google Mobile™ Services (Gmail, YouTube, slot - supports up to 64GB microSD card • Mobile HotSpot Capability • USB Tethering-capable Samsung Media Hub • HD Video Player 1080p - Codec: MPEG4, H.264, H.263, VC-1, WMV7/8, VP8, MP43 - Format: 3GP (MP4), WMV (ASF), AVI, and DivX • Video Player support - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 35
illuminates with a series of distinct colors and flashing patterns to indicate different notifications and statuses. Events include Charging, Low battery, and Missed event: • Powering on - blue blinks/animates • Battery Charging - red remains on • Battery Fully Charged - green remains on. • Low - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 36
a power cable or optional accessories such as a USB/ data cable. 7. Back key redisplays the previous screen or clears entries. 30 8. Display shows all the information needed to operate your phone, such as the connection status, received signal strength, phone battery level, and time. 9. Front - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 37
SIM Card Slot (internal) Installation location for SIM card. 1 5 Side Views The following illustration shows the side elements of your device: 1 2 4 23 3. Flash is used to take photos in low-light conditions. 4. Camera lens is used to take photos. 5. microSD Card Slot (internal) allows you - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 38
was set. The screen also displays notifications, and Application (or shortcut) bar with five primary shortcuts: Phone, Messaging, S Note, Internet, and Apps. Connection Status Status Bar Notification area Status area Shortcuts Signal strength Battery status Time Home Screen Google search Primary - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 39
. This list identifies the icons you see on your device's display screen: Indicator Icons This list identifies the symbols you'll see on your device's display and Indicator area: Note: Some Notification icons can be hidden manually by toggling the status of the Notification panel function. For more - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 40
page 314. Displays your current battery charge level. Icon shown is fully charged. Displays when the current battery is 100 percent 100% charged and the Display battery percentage option is enabled within the the HSPA+ network. Displays when the phone has detected an active USB connection and is in - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 41
Displays when an incoming text message content has failed to be downloaded. Displays when there is a new voicemail message. Displays when there set to Vibrate. For more information, refer to "Silent mode via Device Options Screen" on page 318. Displays when the device is in Silent mode. All sounds - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 42
, and Contacts. Displays when the Blocking mode feature is active. For more information, refer to "Blocking Mode" on page 317. Displays when when the an outbound file transfer is in progress. Displays when a file or application download is in progress. Displays when a file is being uploaded or - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 43
Hub" on page 219. Displays when updates are available for download. Displays when a Play Store download has completed. Displays when Wi-Fi is compatible device. Displays when the USB Tethering mode is active and communicating. For more information, refer to "USB Tethering" on page 288. Displays - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 44
is required within the Samsung account application. Displays in the notifications window when there are too many on-screen notification icons to notification has been activated. You are then prompted to view your current battery level. Displays when TTY device has been inserted. For more details on - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 45
icons. 1. Touch the Status bar to reveal the Notifications tab, and then drag the tab to the bottom of the screen to open the Notifications screen (1). 2. Tap a notification entry to open the associated application (2). Clearing Notifications 1. In a single motion, touch and drag the Status bar down - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 46
activated (green) or deactivated (gray): Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, Sound/Vibrate/Mute, Screen rotation, Airplane mode, Power saving, Driving mode, AllShare Cast, or Sync. Additionally, you can manual adjust the screen Brightness slider or enable the Auto brightness feature. Function Keys Your device - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 47
customize each of these panels. Connection Status Status Bar Signal strength Battery status Time Notification area Status area Shortcuts Home Screen , upcoming event, USB connection, Emails, and Text/MMS messages. - These notifications appear at the top-left of the screen (within the Status - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 48
is indicated at the bottom by a white square. Up to seven (7) total screens are available. Note: Both the status bar and primary shortcuts are visible across all screens. • Google search is an on-screen Internet search engine powered by Google™. Tap to access either the Voice Actions feature or - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 49
Applications screens, tap (Back) to easily return to the Home screen. Note: When you are on the S Pen screen, screen folders to help organize files of application shortcuts. • Set wallpaper allows you to assign the current wallpaper for the Home screen, Lock screen, or Home screen and lock screens - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 50
All previously downloaded apps should now be populated within the Application screens. Application Screen Menu Settings When on the Apps screen, the following apps to only those applications that you have downloaded. • View type: allows you to customize the way the Apps menu listing is shown - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 51
a description of each application available via both the Primary shortcuts area and via the Applications screens. If the application is already described in another section of this user manual, then a cross reference to that particular section is provided. For information on navigating through the - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 52
Note: The default storage location is your phone. It is recommended that you store your pictures and videos on a microSD card. If something were to occur to the device, your files on page 188. 46 ChatON Provides a global mobile communication service where you can chat with more than 2 buddies via a - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 53
downloaded files (Internet and Other). For more information, refer to "Downloads" on page 235. Dropbox Provides access to your desktop files Hub Provides a premium one-stop service center that let's you play, connect and share games on compatible Samsung Android devices. For more information, refer - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 54
access to your Gmail account. Google Mail (Gmail) is a web-based email service. Gmail is configured when you first set up your phone. For more information, refer to "Using Google Mail" on page 165. Google Provides an on-screen Internet search engine powered by Google™. For more information, refer to - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 55
Kies air Allows you to sync your Windows PC wirelessly with your phone (as long as both are on the same Wi-Fi network). You can now have real-time access of your phone through your PC to view call logs, videos, photos, bookmarks, IMs, and even send SMS messages directly from your home computer. For - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 56
Google+ sends an update to your phone. use either the USB tethering or portable download songs. For more information, refer to "Music Hub" on page 212. Music Player Launches the built-in Music player that allows you to play music files My Files Lets you view supported image files and text files on - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 57
Navigation Launches a Web-based navigation application. Caution! Traffic data is not real-time and directions may be wrong, dangerous, prohibited, or involve ferries. For more information, refer to "Navigation" on page 249. Need for Speed Most Wanted Provides access to a built-in game. For more - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 58
built-in Google Music Player that allows you to play music files that you have both downloaded from Google Music and stored on your microSD card. For more , refer to "S Note" on page 257. S Suggest Provides on-screen recommendations for applications that are specifically supported and made for use - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 59
refer to "Using S Voice" on page 99. Samsung Apps Allows you to easily download an abundance of applications to your device. This service plans, downloads, and other information. For more information, refer to "T-Mobile My Account" on page 260. T-Mobile Name ID Allows you to modify the on-screen - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 60
Visual Voicemail" on page 24. Voice Recorder Allows you to record an audio file up to one minute long and then immediately send it as a message. full-featured VPN Client that provides support for the latest IPSec VPN standards and provides interoperability with support for all major VPN Gateways. For - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 61
manual to describe the navigation action in the procedures. Navigating Through the Screens The following terms describe the most common hardware and on-screen the Lock key to lock and unlock the phone. Press and hold Tap screen to access a menu of customization options. Understanding Your Device 55 - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 62
• Swipe or slide: Quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen. This allows you to move the area of focus or to Flick scroll a list. For example: slide your finger left or right on the Home screen to scroll among the seven panels. • Drag: Press and hold your finger - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 63
viewing a picture or a Web page. (Move fingers outward to zoom in.) Pinch (Zoom Out) Note: These screens can be re-arranged in any desired order. For more information, refer to "Customizing the Screens" on page 67. • Motion Navigation and Activation: The device comes equipped with the ability to - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 64
S Pen Functionality • Air View: Hover S Pen over the screen to preview information. • Effectively express yourself: Write/Draw directly into an email, or the calendar, annotate Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and PDF documents, capture your ideas in S Note, write a note on the back of the picture. • Quick - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 65
Removing the S Pen from your Phone The S Pen is stored within your device to make it easier to keep track of. To remove the S Pen: 1. Use your fingernail or a sharp object to pop the end of the S Pen out of the device (1). 2. Pull the S Pen out from the device (2). Understanding Your Device 59 - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 66
motion, press the S Pen button and the drag the screen as shown. The previous screen is displayed. 60 Screen Shots Using S Pen To take a screen capture using the pen: Note: These steps allow you to take a capture of the entire screen contents. 1. Grasp the pen and press the Pen button. 2. Pressing - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 67
5 seconds, the image is automatically stored in the clipboard. Important! These images are saved files are saved in the My Files ➔ All files ➔ sdcar0 ➔ Pictures ➔ Screenshots. Note: Additional options are available by scrolling left across the bottom of the screen Understanding Your Device 61 - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 68
S Pen button, then touch and drag the pen as shown to display the menu. Launch S Note Lite S Note Lite is an application that you can launch from any screen to take quick notes or jot down ideas. To launch S Note from any screen: 1. Grasp the pen and press the Pen button. 2. Quickly double tap the - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 69
the S Pen button then touch and hold the screen for 2 seconds takes a screen shot. 3. With the screen capture shown, use the pen to draw or write on the screen. Select the checkmark to store files in the My Files ➔ All files ➔ sdcar0 ➔ Pictures ➔ Screenshots IMG_edited folder. For information on - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 70
large on-screen image. Access the Advanced settings to change its sensitivity setting. • Shake to update: Once enabled device. Choose from: Missed call, New message, Battery, Current music, or Status bar. • Gyroscope Note: Sensitivity settings are only accessible if the gesture is currently active. - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 71
device on a level surface and tap Calibrate. The phone adjusts the level of the accelerometer. During the calibration process a green circle appears on-screen and the center circle adjusts to the center position. Menu Navigation You can tailor the device's range of functions to fit your needs using - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 72
these new apps. 1. Press and then tap (Apps). The first Application Menu screen displays. • To close the Applications screen, press (Home). 2. Sweep the screen to access the other menus. 3. Tap any of the on-screen icons to launch the associated application. Using Sub-Menus Sub-menus are - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 73
and hold to open the recently-used applications window. Note: This recent applications screen also provides access to the Task manager ( ). 2. Customizing the Screens You can customize the Home screens (panels) to display the Widgets, Shortcuts, Folders, or Wallpapers. For example, one screen - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 74
customize your Home screen by doing the following: • Adding, Deleting, and Rearranging screens • Assigning a New Home screen • Adjusting the Home Screen and Deleting Screens Your phone comes with seven screens. You can delete these screens and then add them back later. Note: These screens can be - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 75
screens. • Easy mode: provides easier user experience for first-time smartphone users on the home screens. 3. Tap Apply and give your device a few seconds to update about and tap Done. Note: Shared applications consist of those that have previously been downloaded from the Play Store. Understanding Your - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 76
recipient will be notified about the receipt of the new information. Managing Shortcuts Note: To move a shortcut from one screen to another, you must carefully touch and hold the shortcut and slowly drag it to the edge of the screen. As the shortcut turns light blue, you can begin to move it to - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 77
of the Apps shortcut. To remove a primary shortcut: 1. Press to go to the Home screen. 2. Touch and hold the primary shortcut you want to replace, then drag it to an empty space on any available screen. The primary shortcuts are now updated to show an empty slot. Understanding Your Device 71 - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 78
new primary shortcut will now appear on both the Home and Extended screens. Creating Application Folders You can create application folders to hold similar then tap (Apps). 2. Tap the Apps tab at the top of the screen if it is not already selected. 3. Press and then tap Create folder. - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 79
4. While still holding the Widget, scroll left or right across the available screens and let go of the Widget to place it on your current screen. To remove a Widget: 1. Touch and hold a Widget until it unlocks from the current screen. 2. Drag the widget over the Remove tab ( ) and release it. • As - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 80
backgrounds), or Wallpaper gallery (default phone wallpapers). Note: Selecting animated Live wallpapers will require additional battery power. To change the current Home screen wallpaper: 1. Navigate to any screen. - or - Press to go to the Home screen. 2. Touch and hold an empty area of - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 81
Note: Wallpapers supports the following image types: JPEG, PNG, GIF, BMP, and WBMP. To change Wallpapers from Settings Menu: 1. Press ➔ and then tap Settings ➔ Display ➔ Wallpaper. - or - Touch and hold an empty area of the screen and select Set wallpaper. 2. Choose from Home screen, Lock - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 82
! Your device can support memory cards of up to 64GB capacity. SD card Overview After mounting an SD card in the device you can use your computer to access and manage the SD card. Important! If access to the external SD card is not available, download and install the USB drivers. microSD Icon - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 83
Debugging mode is not enabled: • Press ➔ and then tap Settings ➔ Developer options. • Remove a check mark from the USB debugging field, if present. • For more information, refer to "USB Debugging" on page 354. 4. Connect the USB cable to the phone and connect the cable to the computer - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 84
's storage device. 6. To disconnect the new drive, simply remove the USB cable from your device. Unmounting the SD card Unmounting the SD card under both the Total space and SD card headings. Erasing Files from the SD card To erase files from the SD card using the device: 1. Ensure the SD - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 85
tap Settings ➔ Back up and reset. 2. Tap Factory data reset. This action erases all data from your device except current system software and bundled applications, or SD card files such as music or photos. Note: This feature provides an option to format the internal USB storage, not the microSD - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 86
clear the last digit. Touch and hold to clear the entire sequence. Note: When you activate the Auto redial option in the Call settings ➔ Additional phone, provided your call is not sent to voicemail. Note: If your screen goes black during your interaction with the device (Launching Keypad, - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 87
a Call in the Background If you exit the current call screen and return to the Home screen, you are visually notified that you are still on an active Call Notification Ending a Call Ⅲ Briefly tap key to end the call. End call Note: To redial a recent number, tap at the end of the call or locate the - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 88
Tap Emergency call from the on-screen display to make an emergency call. 2. Enter 9-1-1 and tap . Complete your call. During this type of call, you will have access to the Speaker mode, Keypad, and End Call features. Note: Selecting Location consent may drain battery power. For more information - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 89
calling operations, you should first exit this mode. 1. Swipe the Lock screen to unlock the device. 2. Press and then tap . 3. Enter the emergency calling mode. Note: This mode can drain your battery power more rapidly than a normal calling mode. 5. At the Emergency Callback screen: • Tap - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 90
manually sent by tapping Yes. • One-handed operation On/Off to enable or disable the resize and reposition the keypad/dialer for either left (Off) or right handed operation (On). • Call settings to provide you access to the Call settings screen to create a new custom outgoing response. Pressing the - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 91
from within the Contacts list or as a whole from the Call rejection screen. 1. From the Home screen, tap . 2. Press and then tap Call settings ➔ Call rejection. • OFF: disables the automatic rejection feature. You must then manually reject incoming phone calls. 4. Tap the Auto reject mode field - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 92
associated with this entry are then added to the reject list. To assign single number as rejected via Auto reject list: 1. From the Home screen, tap . 2. Press and then tap Call settings ➔ Call rejection ➔ Auto reject list. 3. Tap (Create new rejection entry) and either enter the phone number or - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 93
tapping Yes . This is indicated in the number string as a semicolon (;). Note: Do not add multiple Waits (;) to a number string as this will continue to prompt you after each sequence. 1. From the Home screen, tap and use the on-screen keypad to enter the phone number. 2. Press and then tap Add - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 94
if the caller is identified. To recall any of these numbers: 1. From the Home screen, tap . 2. Tap (Logs tab) to display the list of recent calls. easily whenever you want, simply by touching the associated numeric key. Note: Speed dial location #1 must be reserved for Voicemail use. Setting Up - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 95
entry then tap the new target speed dial location. Note: Tapping 2 existing speed dial locations causes the entries to switch positions. 5. Tap Done to save the entry in the new location, exit the Change order screen, and return to the previous screen. Removing a Speed Dial Entry 1. From the Home - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 96
feature for T-Mobile customers using this device be active and communicating prior to launching Wi-Fi Calling. Note: This feature is active by default. If you are in from the list of available networks. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete connection. Wi-Fi Connected Displays when Wi- - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 97
Note: With calls over Wi-Fi" popup, tap Learn and follow the remaining on-screen instructions. Tap Next ➔ and tap Done. 2. Press ➔ and then tap into my.t-mobile.com. • Click on Profile and edit the Edit customer information. • Enter your emergency location information and complete the online - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 98
Fi Calling Ready) displays in the Status Bar. Launching Wi-Fi Calling Note: Verify you are currently connected to a Wireless Access Point. 1. Ensure Calling" on page 91. Displays on the There is an error in the use screen status or 911 registration of the bar. Wi-Fi Calling feature. 3. Use - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 99
. Ⅲ During a call, press the Up volume key to increase the volume level and the Down volume key to decrease the level. - or - Tap the on-screen Extra volume button to increase the incoming call volume even more than by just using the volume keys. • Enabled/disabled via the Call settings menu - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 100
left ear, or optimized for right ear. Placing a Call on Hold You can place the current call on hold whenever you want. If your network supports this service, you can also make another call while a call is in progress. To place a call on hold: 1. Tap Hold (Hold) to place the current call - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 101
Turning the Speakerphone on and off While on a call, you can use your Speakerphone by following these steps: 1. Tap (Speaker off) to toggle the speakerphone on. Speaker 2. Tap (Speaker on) to toggle the speakerphone off. Speaker Tip: When the speaker is turned On, the color of the speaker is green. - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 102
Note). 1. Press and then tap S Note. 2. Use either your S Pen or on-screen keyboard to enter the content and then tap (Save). • If desired, press to close the popup note subscribing to this service, contact T-Mobile customer service. Setting up a Multi-Party Call 1. From the Home screen, tap . 2. - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 103
to the participants you would like to split from the current multi-line call. The list displays the callers in the order they were dialed. Note: The Manage conference call option is not available for multi-party calls created while using the Wi-Fi Calling feature. You must be on the - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 104
answer an incoming call while you have a call in progress, if this service is supported by the network and you have previously set the Call waiting option to call with xxx to end the previous call and answer the new call. 98 Note: The new caller appears at the top of the list. The previous caller - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 105
3. Review the Terms of service and tap Agree to continue. 4. Navigate through the following on-screen tutorial screens by reading the information and tapping Next, or tap Skip to continue without reading the information. 5. Wake up the application by repeating the phrase Hi Galaxy. Note: The wake-up - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 106
updated as your device automatically adds new numbers to the beginning of the list and removes the oldest entries from the bottom of the list. The Notification area of the Home screen 1. From the Home screen, tap ➔ Logs (Logs tab). 2. Tap an entry to view available options. Note: The Logs tab only - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 107
existing to update an existing Contacts entry with the current number. • Call allows you to redial the entry by name or number. • Send message allows you to create a new text message to the selected entry. • Time provides the time and date of the call and its duration. • Copy to dialing screen press - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 108
automatic rejection list. Similar to a block list, the selected caller will be blocked from making an incoming calls to your phone. • Delete to delete the entry from the Logs list. 102 Altering Numbers from the Logs List If you need to make a call from the Logs screen and you need to alter the - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 109
the total length of time for all calls made and received. You may reset these times to zero by pressing then tapping Reset. Viewing Missed Calls from Lock Screen When you are unable to answer a call for any reason and your screen is locked, the number of missed calls are displayed on the Lock - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 110
much easier. Text Input Methods There are three text input methods available: • Google voice typing: provides a voice to text interface. • Samsung keyboard (default): an on-screen QWERTY keyboard that can be used in both portrait and landscape orientation. • Swype: a new way to enter text on touch - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 111
between the Android keyboard and Swype on-screen input methods. Important! If after enabling Swype you are prompted to Contribute usage date, read the on-screen disclaimer and tap either Accept or Cancel. Enabling and Configuring Swype If you configure another text input method (Samsung keyboard - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 112
screen key while typing. • Next word prediction: once enabled, predicts the next word in your text string based on your current text entries. Note: If incorrect words are being entered as you type, disabled this feature. • Reset it can receive program updates, language downloads, and other related - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 113
Text Input Mode in Swype 1. From a screen where you can enter text, tap the text input field to reveal the on-screen keyboard. 2. With Swype as your text entry from the on-screen keyboard. • SYM (Symbol) 123 +!= to enter numbers and symbols from the on-screen keyboard. Note: After typing an - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 114
in SYM mode, this key can show additional symbol characters. • SWYPE settings: Touch and hold this button to access the Swype settings screen. • Text Input mode: There are two available modes: 123ABC and SYM. - 123ABC mode contains alphanumeric characters and a few common punctuation marks. Text - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 115
for 123ABC mode (showing letters and numbers on the on-screen keys). Once in this mode, the text input type shows 123 . +!= Note: After typing an initial uppercase character, the key changes to and all letters that follow are in lower case. 3. Swipe your finger continuously over the letters to form - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 116
difference between the two orientations are the sizes of the keys. From a screen where you enter text, rotate your phone counterclockwise to a landscape orientation. The on-screen QWERTY keyboard displays. The Samsung Keyboard This device has a built-in, QWERTY keypad (portrait mode) or keyboard - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 117
Options /Settings Send Delete Entering Text using Different Input Options Although the default text input method with the Samsung keyboard is to use the on-screen keys you have other options. Note: To access settings, touch and hold the Input Methods button , then tap (Settings) to select it from - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 118
enter text, tap the text input field to reveal the on-screen keyboard. 2. With Samsung keyboard as your text entry method, select one of the following text mode options: • Abc ABC : to use alphabetic characters from the on-screen keyboard. In this mode, the text mode button displays Sym . • Symbol - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 119
ABC mode. Once in this mode, the text input type shows Sym . Note: After typing an initial uppercase character, the key changes to and all letters that follow are in lower case. 3. Enter your text using the on-screen keyboard. - If you make a mistake, tap to erase a single character. Touch and - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 120
Using the Handwriting Mode The device also provides you with the ability to use your S Pen to hand write on the screen and have to converted into text just as easily as the voice to text feature. • tap to enable the Handwriting to Text mode • tap to - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 121
the Samsung keyboard settings screen. 2. Set any of the following options: • Portrait keyboard types allows you to choose a keyboard configuration (Qwerty Keypad [default] or 3x4 keyboard). • Input languages sets the input language. Tap a language from the available list. The keyboard is updated to - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 122
key. - Key-tap sound enables auditory feedback when you tap an on-screen key. • Tutorial launches a brief on-screen tutorial covering the main concepts related to the Samsung keyboard. • Reset settings resets the keyboard settings back to their original configuration. Using Predictive Text The - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 123
Google Voice typing feature. 1. From within an active text entry screen, touch the top of the screen and drag it down to display your notification panel. 2. Tap or - Tap (Resume) to resume recognition. Note: The feature works best when you break your message down into smaller segments. - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 124
the screen, block recognition of known offensive words or language. (A green check mark indicates the feature is active). 7. Tap Download offline speech recognition to enable speech recognition via locally stored files so that even if you are not connected to a network you can still use the service - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 125
Accounts area. - or - From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Settings) and then navigate to the Accounts area. Note: The Accounts area lists those accounts that have a Phone, SIM, Google, Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync, or Samsung account contact. Note: Before you can save a contact to the Phone, - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 126
Note: If the phone is ever reset to its factory default parameters, contacts stored on the phone can be lost. • SIM contacts are stored within the micro SIM Card. Note Samsung Account contacts are shared with your existing Samsung Home screen, tap (Contacts). 2. Tap to create a contact. Note: You - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 127
, Pager, Car, Company Main, MMS, Radio, Assistant, Other, Callback, or Custom. 7. Tap a phone number field and enter : Phonetic name, Organization, IM, Notes, Nickname, Website, Internet call, : 1. From the Home screen, tap (Phone). 2. Enter a phone number using the on-screen dialpad. 3. Tap Add to - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 128
S Note. Note: The label entries below can change and are dependant on the selected destination type (ex: the Other and Custom might not Work Fax, Home Fax, Pager, Car, Company Main, MMS, Radio, Assistant, Other, Callback, or Custom. 8. Enter additional fields as desired. 9. Tap Save to complete and - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 129
Contact entries to only show you the matching entries. - or - In a single motion, touch and hold the letter tab area (on the right) until on-screen letters appear, then scroll through the list. You are then taken to that section of the Contacts list. Touch the contact entry. Tabs Search Contacts - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 130
Cancel to delete the current entry. Adding a Number to an Existing Contact 1. From the Home screen, tap . 2. Touch and hold an entry and select Edit to reveal the Contact entry's details screen. 3. Tap a phone number field and enter a phone number. • Tap on the QWERTY keyboard to remove - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 131
field contains the following options: Phonetic name, Organization, IM, Notes, Nickname, Website, Internet call, or Relationship. • Use your to store and update the entry. Deleting Contacts Important! Once Contacts list entries are deleted, they cannot be recovered. 1. From the Home screen, tap . 2. - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 132
screen, tap . 2. Press . The following options display: • Delete: allows you to delete 1 or more of your contacts. • Import/Export: imports or exports contacts to or from the USB of a customized list. • Settings: allows you to configure where you save new contacts to, or view your service numbers, or - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 133
Menu Options 1. From the Home screen, tap . 2. Touch and hold remove the current Contacts entry to a list of automatically rejected incoming phone numbers. Note: If an entry does not have a phone number, the reject list option will selected information on a compatible Samsung printer. Contacts 127 - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 134
select any account email address or information all from one screen, versus searching multiple, individual screens to locate the desired account information. Next time you synchronize your phone with your accounts, any updates contacts make to email account names, email addresses, etc. automatically - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 135
contact entry (the entry in which to link). The second contact is now linked with the first and the account information is merged into one screen. Note: The information is still maintained in both entries, but displays in one record for easier viewing when you link the contacts. Important! It is - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 136
Home screen, tap . 2. Tap a contact name (the account name from which you want to unjoin an entry). This reveals the details for entry. Note: The Mark as default screen displays radio buttons next to the contact name, phone number, or other contact information. 4. Tap the radio button next to the - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 137
you can send all of your current entries at once. 1. From the Home screen, tap . 2. Press and then tap Import/Export ➔ Share namecard via. your remote Dropbox web storage location. Note: The Web storage Upload feature requires that you are logged into your Samsung account prior to upload. • Email - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 138
is your phone's built-in memory. This procedure allows you to copy numbers saved to the phone's memory, onto the SIM card. 1. From the Home screen, tap . 2. From the Contacts List, press and then tap Import/Export ➔ Export to SIM card. 3. Tap Select all to choose all current phone contact entries - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 139
Note: These must be contacts stored on the phone. External entries (Google, Exchange, etc...) can not be transferred in this manner. 1. From the Home screen, Contacts entries (with phone numbers, email addresses, pictures, etc.) are updated and synced with your device. 1. Press ➔ and then tap - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 140
list has not been updated, repeat step 2-3. 5. Your Contacts tab then reflects any updated Contact information. Note: Syncing of contacts requires Note: Once a display filter has been selected, only those Contact entries are shown until the All contacts option is re-selected. 1. From the Home screen - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 141
information you want to synchronize with your Contact list. Selections are: Samsung account, ChatON, Dropbox, Email, Facebook, Google, LDAP, or Facebook. 3. You are prompted to download the Facebook application from the Play Store. • Tap Install ➔ Accept & download to complete the process. • - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 142
. 2. Tap Facebook ➔ within the adjacent SNS account field to reveal the account's synchronization settings screen. 3. Choose the parameters to sync (ex: Sync Calendar, Sync Contacts, or Sync Gallery) and tap Sync now. Note: From the Facebook sync page you can also tap Sync all to resync all - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 143
next to the selection. Note: The select contact must have an email as part of their details screen. 4. Tap Done. and view service numbers listed in your Contact list. 1. From the Home screen, tap . (Smith, Steve). • Service numbers lists the currently available service numbers. • Contact sharing - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 144
not as multiple single files. If all your entries are selected only a single file is sent. Note: Your destination device must support this feature or no group. Creating a New Caller Group 1. From the Home screen, tap tab). ➔ Groups (Groups 2. Press and then tap Create. 3. Tap the Group - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 145
Note: Some externally maintained group types (such as Google) can only be managed or updated remotely online vs via the device. These external types will not allow editing or deleting members locally via the phone. Adding an Existing Entry to a Current Caller Group 1. From the Home screen, tap ➔ - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 146
phone numbers that have been designated as favorite contacts. For more information, refer to "Logs Tab" on page 100. 1. From the Home screen, tap . 2. Tap (Favorites tab). Favorites Adding a contact to your favorites list: 1. From within the Favorites tab, press Add to Favorites. and select - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 147
or email addresses. To use this feature, you may need to subscribe to your service provider's multimedia message service. Important! During the creation of a text message, adding an image, sound file, or video clip automatically changes it from a text message (SMS) to a multimedia message (MMS - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 148
Creating and Sending Messages 1. From the Home screen, tap (Messaging) ➔ (Compose). 2. Tap the Enter recipient field to manually enter a recipient. - or - Tap checkmark then tap Done. The contact displays in the recipient field. Note: Delete any unnecessary members by tapping their name/number in the - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 149
to display additional messaging options: • Search: allows you to search through all of your messages for a certain word or string of words. Use the on-screen keypad to enter a word or phrase in which to search, then tap . For more information, refer to "Message Search" on page 149. • Delete threads - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 150
Add to Contacts: allows you to add the sender to either a new or existing Contacts entry. • View contact: reveals the current Contact's overview screen. • Add slide: converts an SMS message into an MMS (Multimedia) message and allows you to attach an existing slideshow. • Remove slide: allows you - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 151
your message by tapping Save. • Audio: allows you to choose an existing audio file from the Audio list, then add it to your message by tapping the circle . It is then automatically attached to the message. • S Note: allows you to add an S Note that you have created. • Calendar: allows you to add an - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 152
from your Contacts, Calendar, or a Memo. 1. While composing a message, press ➔ Add text. 2. At the Add text screen, select one of the following: • S Note: allows you to insert text from an existing S Note. • Calendar: allows you to add the name, date, and time of a calendar event to your message - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 153
, with the latest message displayed at the top. To reply to a text message: 1. From the Home screen, Reply Bubble tap . Text Message Thread 2. While the message is open, tap the Enter message field and to a spam list. ny new texts from this sender are automatically blocked. Messages 147 - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 154
message bubble from the thread. • Lock/Unlock message: locks or unlocks the currently selected message bubble from being accidentally delete or Cancel to end the process. Deleting a single message bubble 1. From the Home screen, tap . 2. Open a message to reveal the message string. 3. Touch and hold - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 155
to exit. Message Search You can search through your messages by using the Message Search feature. 1. From the Home screen, tap . 2. Press and then tap Search. 3. Use the on-screen keypad to enter a word or phrase in which to search, then tap . 4. All messages that contain the entered search - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 156
• Split view: when in Landscape mode, allows you to view both the message list and the contents of the currently selected message. • Use the volume key: allows you to change the text size by using the up or down volume keys. General settings • Delete old messages: deletes old messages when the limit - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 157
network. • Service loading: allows you to set the type of service loading notification. Choose alert, Imminent severe alert, and AMBER alerts. Note: The Presidential alerts can not be disabled. as: • Register number as spam: allows you to manually enter and assign a phone number as being sent from - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 158
, automatically blocks incoming messages from unknown sources or blocked numbers. Customers may choose not to receive Extreme Alerts, Severe Alerts, and AMBER Alerts. Important! Alerts issued by the President can not be disabled. To disable Extreme, Severe, and AMBER Alerts: 1. From the Home screen - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 159
and tap OK. To assign a phone number manually as spam: 1. From the Home screen, tap . 2. Press and then tap cases, the only way to block those messages, would be assign a key used term or phrase to activate the Spam block. Ex: "Dear friend", "Stock Alert", or "Act Now". 1. From the Home screen - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 160
Note: The term is case sensitive. Ex: "Act Now" is not the same as "act now". 6. Tap Save. To register unknown numbers as spam: Some incoming messages might not be associated with either a phone number or email address. These incoming messages contain no information as their info is blocked screen, - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 161
POP3 (Post Office Protocol) - This protocol is supported by most ISPs (Internet service providers) and common among consumer applications. POP3 is , and calendar synchronization. Creating an Internet Email Account 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Email). 2. If you already have other email - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 162
• Password: typically your network access password (case-sensitive). 3. Tap Show password to display the password as you enter it in the associated field. • Tap Manual setup to configure your connection settings manually (POP3 or IMAP). Follow the on-screen prompts and enter the information specific - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 163
Select an available email account. 3. Tap (Refresh). Composing Email 1. From the Home screen, tap ➔ (Email). 2. Tap the account name field (upper-right) to open Attach (from the top of the screen) and make a category selection. - Tap the file you wish to attach. - Tap to delete the attached - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 164
Note: If you attach an image to your email, you have the option to resize it prior to delivery. Choose from: Original, Large (70%), Medium (30%), or Small (10%). Once chosen, tap OK. 8. Once complete, tap (Send). Configuring Email Settings 1. From the Home screen attach a customized signature to - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 165
This process speeds up the process of downloading an emails attachments for offline review by larger than configured will have to be retrieved manually. • Auto resend times: enables the device to Port, Require sign-in, User name, or Password. Note: Some the above options may not be displayed when - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 166
network access password (case-sensitive). 3. Tap support. 160 6. Tap Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync (from the add new email account screen). Note: If prompted with an on-screen notification that the connection that the "Setup could not finish", tap Edit details to continue with a manual update - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 167
security administration information and tap OK to accept the service and continue. 13. Adjust the various on-screen configuration fields and tap Next. It may take a few seconds for the next screen to load. • Enabling the Automatically download attachments when connected to Wi-Fi option decreases the - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 168
) to open the complete email account list page. 3. Select an exchange email account and tap an email message. Refreshing Exchange Email 1. From the Home screen, tap ➔ (Email). 2. Select an email account. • If you are already in an email account, tap the account name field (upper-left) to open - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 169
• Signature: Lets you attach a customized signature to the bottom of all outgoing the body of the currently displayed email. • Auto download attachments: allows the device to automatically download email attachments when an active Wi-Fi connection is detected to be retrieved manually. Messages 163 - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 170
These policies could restrict some functions from corporate servers. • In case of sync conflict allows you to assign the master source on emails Server has priority) or assign the phone to be the main source and update the server accordingly (Device has priority). • Auto resend times enables the - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 171
configured. Depending on the synchronization settings, Gmail is automatically synchronized with your Gmail account. Signing into Google Mail 1. From the Home screen, tap ➔ (Gmail). Note: You must sign in to your Gmail account in order to access features such as Google Mail and Play Store. 2. Tap New - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 172
the browser and displays Google Mobile Help information. • Send feedback: sends feedback to Google. Creating an Additional Gmail Account 1. From the Home screen, tap ➔ (Gmail). 2. Press and then tap Settings ➔ ADD ACCOUNT and follow the same steps as referenced in the previous section. For more - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 173
Gmail account available and be currently logged in. 1. From the Home screen, tap ➔ (Talk). Note: If you are not already logged into Google, refer to the instructions for signing in on page 165. 2. Begin using Google Talk. Note: The Network confirms your login and processes. This could take up to - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 174
Registering with the Service 1. Confirm you have already logged in to your Samsung account. Note: There should be no (Samsung account icon) in the Notifications area of the screen. 2. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (ChatON). 3. Read the on-screen notification about data charges and tap OK. 4. - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 175
Note: For more information, press General ➔ Help. (Settings) and tap Using ChatON for Chatting 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (ChatON). 2. Tap the Buddies tab and select a buddy to initiate your chat. 3. Enter your message using the on-screen the Stream to get updates from your Circles, use - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 176
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to use Google+. 5. Visit www.google.com/mobile/+/ for more information. Messenger Messenger allows you to bring groups of friends together into a simple group conversation. When you get a new conversation in Messenger, Google+ sends an update to your device. 1. - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 177
, tap (Apps) ➔ (Camera). 2. From the viewfinder screen, tap (Settings) and scroll down to the Storage entry. 3. Tap this entry and select the desired default storage location for newly taken pictures or videos. Choose from: Phone or Memory card. Note: It is recommended that you insert an external - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 178
From the Home screen, tap (Camera). 2. Using the device's main display screen as a viewfinder, adjust the image by aiming the camera at the subject. Note: Use either page 173. Note: Touch and hold to take a burst shot. These are saved using a Fine image quality. Self-portrait Flash Focus area - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 179
sides of the screen. The following shortcuts you can take pictures of yourself. Flash: allows you to set the flash options to Off, On, or Auto flash. Shooting mode: allows you to an initial photo and then adding additional images to itself. The guide box lets you view the area where the second part of - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 180
. Self-portrait: allows you to set the front camera so you can take pictures of yourself or video chat. Flash: allows you to set the flash options to Off, On, or Auto flash. Shooting mode: allows you to set the shooting mode. For more information, see Shooting mode description. Effects: allows you - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 181
, Party/Indoor, Beach/ Snow, Sunset, Dawn, Autumn Color, Text, and Candlelight. Helpful tips are shown for each scene mode at the bottom of the display screen. Exposure value: allows you to adjust the brightness level by moving the slider. Focus mode: allows you to set this option to Auto focus or - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 182
, or Normal. Storage: allows you to configure the default storage location for images or videos as either Phone or Memory card (if inserted). Reset: allows you to reset all camera or camcorder settings to the default values. Image viewer: allows you to access the Image viewer and the various viewing - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 183
, you can access various options. Photo viewing options 1. Tap a thumbnail to view the picture. Note: If no control icons are displayed on the screen in addition to the picture, tap anywhere on the screen to display them. Note: It may be necessary to turn the orientation of the device to see the on - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 184
you to edit or assign a new weather tag that is then saved to the current file. Video viewing options Note: If no control icons are displayed on the screen in addition to the picture, tap anywhere on the screen to display them. 1. Tap a video to select it. 2. Tap to play the video. 3. Press for - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 185
both devices have Wi-Fi Direct active and be paired prior to use. Note: You can only share a shot with other external users who also have NFC (near Field Communication) feature found on your device to transmit large files directly to another compatible device by direct touch. This method of image - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 186
-connect ➔ Scan and select all the device names to begin the connection process to these Wi-Fi Direct compatible devices. Note: The target device must also have Wi-Fi Direct service active and running before it can be detected by your device. 5. Tap Done. The direct connection is then established - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 187
your newly shot images located in their default ShareShot storage location. • External users will be able to locate their images in either a downloaded or RECV (received) folder. 3. Confirm (Share shot images delivered/received) appears in the Notifications area of the screen. Multimedia 181 - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 188
files directly to another compatible device that is in direct contact. These files can be larger, such as Videos, HD pictures, and other large files displaying the Lock screen. They must both be active and unlocked. It is recommended that the target device be on the Home screen. Place device atop - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 189
Note: If the Touch to beam screen does not appear on the source device: - Pull them apart - Verify the image is visible in the preview window on the source device (providing the file) - Place them together again 8. From the Touch to beam screen, tap the reduced image preview to begin the transfer - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 190
screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Gallery). 2. Select a folder location (ex: Camera) and tap an image to open it. - or - Touch and hold an image to place a box around the file and select multiple files from: Weather, Location, Person, or Date. Note: The Tag buddy - Date information is displayed only when other tags - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 191
Contact photo, Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screens. - Buddy photo share: allows you to share the current image with active ChatON buddies. - Print: allows you to print the current image on a compatible Samsung printer. - Rename: allows you to rename the current file. - Scan for nearby - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 192
the same Wi-Fi network to accept the connection and enter the PIN on their screens. - or - Tap Start Group Cast anyway to continue the as an Internet TV, Samsung Tablet, etc..). 2. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Gallery). Note: You must be signed in to your Samsung Account before you can use - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 193
of the device and then slowly swipe it in the opposite direction over the screen. Assigning an Image as a Contact Photo 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Gallery). 2. Select a folder location and tap a file to open it. 3. With the image displayed, press Set as ➔ Contact photo. and then - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 194
folder location and tap a file to open it. 3. With the image displayed, press Set as. and then tap 4. Select one of the two options: • Home screen assigns the current image to the home screen background. This image is spread across all available screens. • Lock screen assigns the selected image - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 195
. Note: Use either the Up and Down volume keys or spread/ pinch the screen to zoom in or out. For more information, refer to "Navigating Through the Screens" (Stop) to stop the recording and save the video file to your Camera folder. 9. Once the file has been saved, tap the image viewer, then tap - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 196
: allows you to activate the front facing camera so you can take videos of yourself or video chat. Flash: allows you to set the flash options to Off or On. When you set the flash to On, it stays on continually while you are taking a video. Recording mode: allows you to set the - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 197
can take videos of yourself or video chat. Flash: allows you to set the flash options to Off or On. When you set the flash to On, it stays on continually while you are , or Fluorescent. Outdoor visibility: activates/deactivates a screen brightness setting that allows you to better view the - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 198
where the video is shot is attached to the file. Contextual filename: (requires GPS tagging) allows you to or Memory card (if inserted). Reset: allows you to reset all camera or camcorder settings to during a video recording session in Camcorder mode. Note: This feature is not functional when the - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 199
1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Gallery). 2. Select a folder location and before tapping any files, select an on-screen function such as Camera, via Bluetooth, ChatON, Dropbox, Email, Gmail, Google+, Messaging, Picassa, S Note, Wi-Fi Direct, or YouTube. • Delete : allows you to delete the - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 200
). 2. Select a folder location and tap a file to open it. 3. With the image displayed, press Advanced edit ➔ Photo Editor. and then tap 4. Tap Download and follow the on-screen instructions to begin the download process. 5. If prompted, accept the Samsung Apps agreement. 6. Tap the Get to - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 201
the folders, and then open the Gallery. Opening the Gallery Ⅲ From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Gallery). For more information, refer to "Camera Gallery Options" on page 184. Note: If you stored your files in folders (directories) on the storage card, Gallery displays these folders as separate - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 202
-In-Picture This feature can be used during playback of supported video types via either the Gallery, Play Videos, or Video player. Note: Some applications might not allow this video to remain active in the foreground (ex: Camera/Camcorder screen). This feature allows you to continue to view your - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 203
Note: The Picture-In-Picture feature only works when using the Video player application. Other video players (ex: YouTube), do not support this feature. 4. As playback is initiated, locate and tap (Picture-in-Picture) from the bottom-right of the playback screen. Your current video is then sent to - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 204
nickname (ex: Pat.divx). 7. Follow the on-screen instructions to download the file and initiate the transfer process. You will need to place this video file onto your device and play it back. 198 8. Connect your device to the computer via USB and transfer this video. For more information, refer to - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 205
it before. You must have the Samsung Account application installed and registered prior to using Media Hub. Note: Media Hub usage is based on service availability. Important! You must be using an active Wi-Fi/4G connection to preview and download a media file. The internal memory acts as a storage - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 206
Note: Your Media Hub account is managed by the Samsung account application. This application manages your user profile information. 6. If not already signed in, use the keypad to enter the required information, then tap Create new account. Follow the on-screen instructions that is downloaded may be - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 207
and studio permissions. • You MUST be in network coverage to license Media Content you have acquired through the Service. • You can use 3G, 4G, or Wi-Fi connectivity in order to download Media Content. • Unlike purchased Media Content, rented Media Content will be viewable on only 1 device in your - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 208
list. 3. Following the on-screen instructions for renting and viewing movies. download. Ⅲ Access the new music tab from within your Play Store application. The Music application contains a music player that plays music and other audio files that you copy from your computer. 1. From the Home screen - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 209
Add account to use a new account. 4. At the free songs screen, select either Get free songs or Skip. • Get free songs are downloaded via either the Internet or Play Store. • Follow the on-screen download and installation instructions. 5. Swipe left or right to browse through your new and available - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 210
a matching song to play it, tap a matching album, artist or playlist to view a list of its' songs. Changing Music Settings 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Play Music). 2. Press and then make a selection. • Shuffle all: Play all songs in a random order. • Settings: Provides access to the Play - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 211
you reach the end of the list (unless you choose a repeat option). Otherwise, playback stops only if you stop it, even when you switch applications. Note: If you navigate away from the Now playing screen in the Music application, the Now Playing bar appears at the bottom of the - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 212
information. 4. Tap ➔ Add to playlist to add the song to a playlist. - or - Tap ➔ ➔ Add to playlist to add the song to a playlist. The Now playing screen contains several buttons that you can tap to control the playback of songs, albums, and playlists: Tap to go back to the previous song. Touch - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 213
is tapped. Tap to repeat the current song, repeat all songs, or disable repeat mode. Also visible when is tapped. Creating a Playlist 1. From the Home screen, tap (Play Music). (Apps) ➔ 2. Tap an album or song list and play a song. 3. Tap ➔ adjacent to the song name and select Add to playlist - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 214
. Deleting a Playlist 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Play Music). 2. Display the PLAYLISTS library view. 3. Tap next to a playlist title and tap Delete. Music Player The Music Player is an application that can play music files. The music player supports files with extensions AAC, AAC+, eAAC - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 215
to the Equalizer Making a Song a Phone Ringtone 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Music Player). 2. Tap the All tab. 3. Touch and hold one of the following options: • Add to quick list: adds the current music file to the Quick list. • Via Bluetooth: scans for devices and pairs with a Bluetooth - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 216
to add the current music file to a selected playlist. • sound effects, and how the music menu displays. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Music Player). 2. Press ➔ Settings. 3. interval. Using Playlists Playlists are used to assign music files into groups for playback. These Playlists can be - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 217
to delete music. 4. Touch and hold a song to reveal the on-screen context menu. 5. Tap Remove. Editing a Playlist Besides adding and removing music files in a playlist, you can also share, delete, or rename the playlist. Note: Only those playlist you have created can be edited. Default playlists - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 218
well as search for tracks, albums and artist. Enjoy music samples before you download them from your device. Note: You must logged into your Samsung account before accessing some of the Music Hub options. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Music Hub). 2. Read the Disclaimer and tap Continue to - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 219
Note: You have to be signed in to use some options. To sign in without your Samsung account, tap Sign in and use the keyboard to enter your Email address and album, View artist, or Find similar music. 5. Tap Buy song and follow the on-screen instructions to complete your purchase. Multimedia 213 - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 220
with real-time, on-screen monitoring. Samsung's AllShare makes staying connected screen. 2. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (AllShare Play). 3. If prompted, read the on-screen message about network charges and tap OK to continue and return to the main AllShare Play screen. Note: If the main screen - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 221
and external device acceptance rights. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (AllShare Play). 2. Press add a Web storage location. Without a storage service/location added, you will not be able to user enter the currently active and associated Samsung account password. Tap Locking AllShare Play to - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 222
you to use storage space to store your files and share them on the "Cloud". Note: If you are using another Web storage service, log into that service first before using AllShare Play. 1. From the Home screen, tap (AllShare Play). (Apps) ➔ Note: When adding storage, an N Drive is added. 2. From - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 223
such as SugerSync by either login into the service and sharing a folder on your computer with the storage location or sharing files, images, and videos from your device. To upload an image on your device to Web storage: 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Gallery). 2. Select a folder location (ex - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 224
2. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (AllShare Play). Note: You must be signed in to your Samsung Account before you can use this feature. 3. Tap your device name from the Devices list. 4. Tap an available category tab (Pictures, Music, Movies, Files, or Info) and select a file. • Touch and hold - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 225
PIN code. You can now interact and draw with the on-screen image, users will instantaneously see the same gestures and also be able to interact. Note: TV. Important! Accessory sold separately. Note: There is no need to be connected to a Wi-Fi network or to be logged into your Samsung Account to use - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 226
Status LED RESET button HDMI Travel Adapter (Power) 1. Connect the AllShare Cast hub to a power source via the USB Travel Adapter. 220 Note: The used by the incoming HDMI cable. Note: The television screen should now display an on-screen tutorial showing you how to configure your device's AllShare - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 227
and the on-screen tutorial is displaying on the connected TV. 4. Verify the previous displayed. (Wi-Fi Direct Active) is Note: The AllShare Cast Hub communicates with your paired device via a Wi-Fi Direct connection. 5. For a first time connection: • Press the RESET - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 228
time you are connecting your device to a hub and the connection fails: • Press the RESET button for 1 second until it turns solid BLUE. • Quickly tap the dongle name from within your device's AllShare cast screen. Note: This process is similar to initially pairing a Bluetooth device. • If you have - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 229
screen and rescan for the existing hub/dongle. - Press the RESET screen and confirm connection. AllShare Cast Hub - Streaming Videos The hub supports streaming of purchased media content that contains DRM (Digital Rights Management). Note: You can control the volume level of your playback file - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 230
it on ON . A list of available hubs will appear on the screen. 5. Press the RESET button on the back of the hub once (LED turns blue) and (Wi-Fi Direct Communicating). 8. To playback a user-created video: • From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Gallery). • Locate your video and tap it to begin playback - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 231
to get live TV and Video on Demand. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (T-Mobile TV). The T-Mobile Terms and Conditions page displays. Note: A data plan is required to use this feature. Charges may apply. Please contact your service provider for further details. 2. Tap Accept if you accept the - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 232
in another section of this user manual, then a cross reference to that particular section is provided. Tip: To open applications quickly, add the icons of frequentlyused applications to one of the Home screens. For more information, refer to "Customizing the Screens" on page 67. You can also - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 233
integration. This is a Web service that requires using a Samsung account. Group Cast A subset feature screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (AllShare Play). 2. If prompted, read the on-screen message about network charges and tap Yes to continue and return to the main AllShare Play screen. Note: If the main screen - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 234
From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (Amazon). 2. Log in to the site and follow the on-screen instructions. Calculator Using . 6. Repeat steps 1 to 4 as many times as required. 228 Note: Place the screen in Landscape mode to reveal additional scientific functions. Calendar With this feature, - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 235
Creating a Calendar Event 1. From the Home screen, tap (Calendar). (Apps) ➔ 2. Tap Create event). Writing On a Calendar 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Calendar). 2. Tap (Markup handwriting functions. Here you markup on the on-screen calendar, erase markups, go forward/back in your - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 236
tone to vibrate. 14. Tap Default reminder time to assign a default time frame for event reminders. 15. Tap Notifications while screen is off to display notifications on the full screen while it is turned off. 16. Tap Quick responses to edit your default quick responses for outbound emails. These are - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 237
Note: A microSD card is no longer necessary before you take pictures or shoot video. It is recommended that you confirm your default storage location for images and videos. Ⅲ From the Home screen Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (ChatON). 2. Log in to the service and follow the on-screen instructions. For - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 238
and quickly accessed with the touch of a finger. Setting an Alarm 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Clock). 2. From the Alarm tab, tap (Create alarm). you want this alarm to repeat. Selections are: day blocks or Repeat weekly. Selected day blocks turn blue when active. 5. Tap the Alarm type - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 239
the right to activate this feature which slowly increases screen brightness and the volume of nature tones to simulate dawn Note: Pressing the volume key all the way down also snoozes the alarm. Deleting an Existing Alarm 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Clock). 2. Touch and hold an on-screen - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 240
time counter. 4. Tap Stop to stop the counter. 5. Tap Restart to restart the lap counter. You can have multiple lap times. 6. Tap Reset to reset the counter. Setting a Timer 1. From the Home screen, tap (Clock) ➔ Timer tab. (Apps) ➔ 2. Tap the Hours, Minutes, or Seconds field and use the on - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 241
downloaded files (Internet and Other). 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Downloads). 2. Tap an available file category tab (Internet downloads or Other downloads) and select the desired file your account. Update a file to your Dropbox on your computer, and its automatically updated to the same - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 242
/. 2. Follow the on-screen setup and installation instructions on your target computer containing the desired files. Important! The computer application must be installed on the computer containing the desired files. This computer must have an active Internet connection. Note: It might be necessary - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 243
10. Tap (Search) at the top of the application window to search for files located in your Dropbox account. Manually uploading a Picture to Dropbox 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Camera). 2. After the image is taken, tap the Image Viewer box at the bottom right. This previews the current - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 244
HD games that have been specially customized to play on your device. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Game Hub). 2. Read the on-screen disclaimer and tap Confirm. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions and navigate to your favorite games and services. Gmail Google Mail (Gmail) is a web - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 245
a New Google Account" on page 19. 2. From the Home screen, tap (Apps)➔ (Google+). For more information, refer to " screen, tap (Group Cast). (Apps) ➔ 2. Read the various on-screen information and tap Next to continue. 3. Follow the on-screen PIN code and tap Done (to secure you session). Pass this - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 246
device. • Tap the active Group Cast session (shown at the bottom of the application screen). • Your recipients must enter the PIN code you created for the session. You can now interact and draw with the on-screen image, users will instantaneously see the same gestures and also be able to interact - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 247
messages from your PC. Ⅲ From the Home screen, tap (Kies air). (Apps) ➔ For Note: Although you do not have to enable location services in order to use Latitude, it is recommended for best accuracy. 1. From the Home screen can enable the Latitude location services. 3. Tap Sharing currently disabled - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 248
At first, only your name is displayed. 2. From the bottom of the Latitude map screen, tap FRIENDS LIST ➔ (Add friends). - or - Tap (Add friends). 3. Tap message with your location marked on a map. They will also receive instructions on how to view your location from the web or use Latitude on - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 249
at any time. Click on a Lab to enable or disable it. - What's New: provides access to the Play Store from where you can update the application manually. - About: displays general information about Google maps such as Version, Platform, Locale, Total data sent, Total data received, Free memory, etc - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 250
Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Local). 2. Tap (Search) and then use the Search Maps field to manually enter functions adds additional search shortcuts to the places screen. Maps Google Maps allow you to track your From the Home screen, tap (Maps). (Apps) ➔ Important! For best results, - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 251
the street-level. However, this also requires a clear view of the sky and uses more battery power. Opening Maps 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Maps). 2. Tap the upper-right My location button to find your , ATMs, Gas stations, Hotels, Post office, or Taxi.) Applications and Development 245 - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 252
at any time. Click on a Lab to enable or disable it. - What's New: provides access to the Play Store from where you can update the application manually. - About: displays general information about Google maps such as Version, Platform, Locale, Total data sent, Total data received, Free memory, etc - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 253
also use the Multi Media Service (MMS) to create multimedia messages to send and receive from other mobile phones. Ⅲ From the Home screen, tap (Messaging). (Apps where you can use either the USB tethering or Mobile HotSpot functionality. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (Mobile - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 254
on your phone (ex: MP4). Ⅲ From the Home screen, tap (My Files). (Applications) ➔ Note: Navigation in this viewer works on a hierarchy structure with folders, subfolders, etc. Note: The application lets you view supported image files and text files on both your internal storage and microSD card - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 255
screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (My Files). 2. Tap All files and select a folder, then scroll down or up until you locate your selected file. • Home tab allows you to back up to the root you have located your file, tap the file name to launch the screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Navigation). 2. Read the on-screen - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 256
services. Navigation options 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Navigation). The navigation application can be configured from the main screen. 2. If prompted, read the on-screen Type destination: allows you to manually enter a destination address (via the on-screen keypad). • Go Home: - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 257
options screen where you can access a destination by either Speaking, Typing, or selecting from a Contacts entry or Starred Place. • Search: manually search for image. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Paper Artist). 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. Applications and Development 251 - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 258
down with a great book on your Android phone! 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Play Books). ebooks. 4. Follow the on-screen prompts to download the ebook to your device. 4. Read the Google Play Terms of Service and tap Accept. 5. Sweep the screen to the left or right to view Categories - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 259
7. Follow the on-screen instructions to subscribe to a magazine. Play Movies & TV This application allows you to connect to the Play Store, download a movie and then watch it instantly. Learn more about Google Play Movies at: http://play.google.com/about/movies. Ⅲ From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 260
the Play Store terms of service. Downloading a New Google Application To download a new application, you download. Note: Use caution with applications which request access to any personal data, functions, or significant amounts of data usage times. 5. If prompted, follow the on-screen instructions - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 261
if View type is set to Customizable grid. Note: A data plan is required to use this feature. Charges may apply. Please contact your service provider for further details. Launching an Installed Google Application 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps). 2. Tap the newly installed application. This - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 262
Polaris Office Mobile for Android is a Microsoft Office compatible office suite. This application provides a central place for managing your documents online or offline. The application can also open Adobe PDF (Portable Document Format) files. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (Polaris - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 263
documents based on file type. Each type is separated into several available tabs located at the bottom of the screen, such as : Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Other, and PDF. • Favorites: allows you to list only those documents tagged as Favorite. S Note Use this application to create notes - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 264
S Suggest Provides on-screen recommendations for applications that are specifically supported and made for use on your device. Note: Access to this feature requires that you already be logged in to your Samsung account application. For more information, refer to "Creating a Samsung Account" on page - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 265
application. For more information, refer to "Creating a Samsung Account" on page 21. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Samsung Apps). 2. If prompted, read the on-screen disclaimer and agree to the information. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. Settings This icon navigates to the sound and - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 266
such as your current activity, billing information, service plans, downloads, and other information. Note: Wi-Fi connection must be disabled prior to use, this application requires use of a T-Mobile network connection. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (T-Mobile My Account). 2. If prompted - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 267
, launch selected applications, or many other useful features. Note: TecTiles are sold separately. Important! Although not installed by the Play Store's TecTile application and select Download. If you do not already have it, follow the on-screen instructions to download it from the Play Store. - or - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 268
Open a Web Page. 262 • Social: creates a TecTile that updates your social network. Choose from Update Facebook Status, Facebook Like, Tweet a Status, Follow a Twitter User, Connect on LinkedIn. 5. Follow the on-screen programming instructions. 6. Once you have configured and programmed your TecTile - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 269
its new location. To program your TecTile to join you to a Wi-Fi network: 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (TecTile). 2. Select Settings & Apps ➔ Join a WiFi Network. 3. Tap ( on the web. Ⅲ From the Home screen, tap (Talk). (Apps) ➔ For more information, refer to "Google Talk" on page - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 270
additional battery saving techniques. 2. From the Active applications tab, tap End to close selected applications or tap End all to close all background running applications. Video Player The Video player application plays video files stored on your microSD card. Ⅲ From the Home screen, tap - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 271
screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Voice Recorder). 2. Tap (Record) to record an audio file. 3. Tap (Stop) to stop recording. The file automatically saves to the Voice list. 4. From the Recorded files share this audio file. Selections are: Bluetooth a pre-recorded file, then touch and hold it to get - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 272
This is a full-featured VPN Client that provides support for the latest IPSec VPN standards and provides interoperability with support for all major VPN Gateways. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (VPN CLient). 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to configure the VPN Client. YouTube YouTube is - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 273
screen Service - Google Mobile Privacy Policy - YouTube Privacy Policy - Open source licenses - App version displays the software version for the current YouTube application. To watch a high quality video: Ⅲ Press and then tap Settings ➔ General ➔ High quality on mobile. Applications and Development - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 274
the Zynga portal from where you can connect via Facebook and play with your friends. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Zynga Games). 2. Tap the Connect with Facebook and follow the on-screen instructions to log into your Facebook account and find your friends. 3. Follow the remaining on - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 275
section explains how to navigate the browser and use the basic features. Accessing the Internet To access the Browser: Ⅲ From the Home screen, tap (Internet). (Apps) ➔ Note: You must disable your Wi-Fi connection if you wish to view the web2go® home page (http://ml.t-mobile.com). Navigating - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 276
's Settings menu. • Downloads: displays the download history. • Print: provides print access on compatible Samsung printers. 270 • Settings the top of the screen, enter the URL and tap . Note: This is not the same application as the Google Search Widget. The web2go screen can not be accessed - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 277
browser window displays. Note: The number of currently open windows is displayed at the bottom of the WIndows screen. 3. Scroll across the screen to view the no traces (such as cookies) are left on your device. Note: Any downloaded files will be preserved and will stay on your device after you - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 278
a shortcut to the bookmarked webpage to your phone's Home screen. • Share link: Allows you to share a URL address via Bluetooth, ChatON, Dropbox, Email, Facebook, Flipboard, Gmail, Google+, Messaging, S Note, or Wi-Fi Direct. • Copy link URL: Allows you to copy the URL address to use in a message - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 279
the bookmark you want to edit. 2. Tap Edit bookmark. 3. Use the on-screen keypad to edit the name of the bookmark or the URL. 4. Tap Save or confirmation window, tap OK. Emptying the Cookies A cookie is a small file placed on your phone by a website during navigation. In addition to containing - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 280
. - or - Press and then tap Clear history to delete the current entries. Browser Settings To configure browser settings: 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Internet). 2. Press and then tap Settings. 3. Choose an option from the following categories: General: • Set home page: Sets the - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 281
Accept cookies: Allows sites, that require cookies, to save and read cookies from your device. • Clear all cookie data: Deletes all current browser cookie files. • Remember form data: Allows the device to store data from any previously filled out forms. Remove the check mark to disable this function - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 282
manually adjust the size of the on-screen text size (Scale text up and down), Zoom amount on double tap, and minimum font size via the use of an on-screen you to adjust the on-screen contrast. Note: The Contrast feature is disabled : Allows the download of plug-ins such as Adobe Flash. • Default - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 283
web pages to be resized to fit as much of the screen as possible. • Block pop-ups: Prevents popup advertisement or windows from appearing on-screen. Remove the check mark to disable this function. • Text encoding: Adjusts the current text encoding. • Reset to default: Clears all browser data and - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 284
to set up many of the characteristics of your device's Bluetooth service, including: • Entering or changing the name your device uses for ON ). 3. Press and tap the Rename device, Visible time-out, and Received files fields to set the options. To change your Bluetooth name: 1. Verify Bluetooth is - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 285
this feature enabled your device visible allows other devices to pair and communicate. Note: Your device visibility is based on the time set within the Visible time- received files: 1. Verify Bluetooth is active. 2. From the Bluetooth settings page, press and then tap Received files. Pairing - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 286
and enter your device's PIN code. Once successfully paired to an external device, displays in the Status area. Note: Due to different by the device and activated, there might be times when you need to change or update these settings for Phone and Media Audio: • I can hear the other person but - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 287
of the page). 3. Tap OK to confirm disconnection. Note: Disconnections are manually done but often occur automatically if the paired device goes display the on-screen context menu. 4. Tap Share namecard via ➔ Bluetooth and select a paired external Bluetooth device. Note: The external Bluetooth - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 288
also backup precious contacts and calendars, download apps and podcasts and automatically upgrade device firmware. Kies conveniently syncs your life across all your devices. Note: To sync your device to your computer it is highly recommended that you install Samsung Kies which is available at http - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 289
folder to view files. 3. Copy files from the PC to the memory card. Prior to using Kies air for Phone Update Before using Kies air to upgrade your device, it is recommended that you backup your personal data prior to use. To export a Contact list to your microSD card: 1. From the Home screen, tap - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 290
, and even send SMS messages from your PC. Tip: Before beginning, it is recommended that you update the Java application running on your machine. Note: If prompted, follow the on-screen instructions to update your Kies Air application via the Play Store. 1. Sign onto the same Wi-Fi network from your - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 291
On your phone, the icon appears at the top of your screen. 12. Follow the on-screen instructions to view and share information between your phone and PC. 13. Click a link from the left navigation pane to access one of several device file categories such as: • [Device Name] - provides an overview of - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 292
feature will automatically be enabled. Note: For additional information on WPS Connections, refer to "WPS Push Button" on page 294 and "WPS PIN Entry" on page 295. wireless networks and displays them under Wi-Fi networks on the same screen. Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network 1. Press ➔ and then tap - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 293
-Fi Direct Setup and Settings" on page 295. Manually Add a New Network Connection 1. From the Wi-Fi network screen, tap Add Wi-Fi network. 2. Enter the 5. Tap Save to store the new information and connect to the target WAP. Note: No prompt to enter the WAP key displays if this is the second time - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 294
set up many of the device's Wi-Fi services, including: • Setting the Wi-Fi sleep Note: You can not mount your device's microSD card to your computer while using the USB tethering feature. If additional software or USB drivers are required, navigate to: http://www.samsung.com/us/support/ downloads - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 295
screen. 4. Read the on-screen notification regarding data use and tap OK. To disconnect tethering: 1. From the Home screen, tap (Mobile HotSpot). (Apps) ➔ 2. Tap USB Internet connectivity to multiple devices. Important! The Mobile HotSpot service cannot be active when device is connected to Wi-Fi - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 296
HoSpot active icon at the top of the screen. appears Note: By default, the connection is not secured. Note: Using your Mobile HotSpot drains your device's battery much faster. The best way to keep entry. 3. Select this HotSpot and follow your on-screen instructions to complete the connection. - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 297
MAC filtering on your device. This is similar to a "VIP list" where only device on the list are allowed access. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Mobile HotSpot). 2. Tap Mobile HotSpot ➔ Allowed devices. 3. Tap (Add new device) to add devices to the allowed for connection list. 4. Enter - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 298
. Wi-Fi settings Once set up for Wi-Fi connectivity, your device automatically uses Wi-Fi, when available, for all your mobile services. 1. From the Home screen, press and then tap Settings ➔ Wi-Fi. 2. Press and then tap Advanced. Configure the settings as desired. The available Wi-Fi connections - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 299
and diverts any current data usage to the cellular network connection. Check for Internet Service Allows you to check for Wi-Fi Internet access once connected to a WAP (Wireless Access Point). 1. From the Home screen, press Settings ➔ Wi-Fi. and then tap 2. Press and then tap Advanced. 3. Tap - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 300
). • IP address: view your device's IP address. Manually Adding a Wi-Fi Network 1. From the Home screen, press and then tap Settings ➔ Wi-Fi ➔ Add In this case, once the WPS feature is active on your WAP, your device can then detect it and then immediately pair to it. Note: WPS-capable - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 301
the WPS activation instructions specific to your Wireless Access Point. 2. From the Home screen, press Settings PIN Entry If a WPS Push Buttton does not work, there is an alternative WPS connection method where you would use a device generated PIN communicating Note: Activating this feature will - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 302
these Wi-Fi Direct compatible devices. Note: The target device must also have Wi-Fi Direct service active and running before it can have is a generic name (ex: Android 12345). It is recommended you provide your connection with a unique name. 1. From the Home screen, press and then tap Settings ➔ Wi - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 303
In a single motion touch and slide the Bluetooth slider to the left to turn it off OFF . Note: Bluetooth must be enabled prior to use. Activating the Device Name 1. From the Home screen, press Settings ➔ Bluetooth. and then tap 2. Verify Bluetooth is active (indicated by ON ). 3. Press and tap - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 304
PIN to pair with the device, if one is required, and tap OK. Data Usage Monitor and mange your device's data usage capabilities. Features include activation/deactivation or network data usage, set mobile data usage for a set period of time, and view application data usage. Ⅲ From the Home screen - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 305
screen options: • Data roaming allows you to connect to your service provider's partner networks and access data services when you are out of your service data allows the device to automatically sync information and updates with your various services. • Show Wi-Fi usage activates an additional Wi - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 306
such as Google Maps and find your location or search for places of interest, you must enable the Mobile networks options. Ⅲ From the Home screen, press and then tap Settings ➔ More settings ➔ Mobile networks. The following options display: Use mobile data Allows you to activate mobile data usage on - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 307
configure your phone to either manually detect and use either a 2G (GSM) or 3G (WCDMA) data network connection. Ⅲ From the Home screen, press and then tap of using either 4G/3G services for this connection. Note: WCDMA is only available on the 4G network. 1. From the Home screen, press and then tap - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 308
to indicate that it is active. Note: Connecting to 2G networks slows the data transfer speed and time. Using the 3G Network If you are using applications that require the 3G network speed, follow these instructions to connect to the 3G network. 1. From the Home screen, press and then tap Settings - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 309
be the Mobile AP feature. Note: You can not mount your device's microSD card to your computer while using the USB tethering feature. If additional software or USB drivers are required, navigate to: http://www.samsung.com/us/support/ downloads. Ⅲ From the Home screen, press and then tap Settings - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 310
VPN The VPN settings menu allows you to set up and manage Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). Note: Before using VPN, you must first set up a screen unlock PIN or password. For more information, refer to "Security" on page 335. Adding a VPN Before you add a VPN you must determine which VPN protocol to - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 311
want to edit. 3. In the pop-up that opens, select Edit network. 4. Make the desired VPN setting changes. 5. Tap Save. Delete a VPN 1. From the Home screen, press and then tap Settings ➔ More settings ➔ VPN. 2. Touch and hold the VPN that you want to delete. 3. Tap Delete network within the pop-up - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 312
active and communicating prior to launching Wi-Fi Calling. 1. From the Home screen, press and then tap Settings ➔ More settings ➔ Wi-Fi Calling Settings the main Wi-Fi Calling Settings page to navigate through either an on-screen tutorial or review the top 10 Wi-Fi Calling questions. 306 Near Field - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 313
information, refer to "Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network" on page 286. 2. From the Home screen, press and then tap Settings ➔ More settings ➔ Nearby devices. 3. Tap the File sharing field to turn File sharing ON. A green checkmark indicates the feature is active. Once active, (Nearby devices) appears - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 314
. 9. Tap Not-allowed devices list, then select the connected devices you would like to not allow. 10. Tap Download to, then select the destination of any downloaded (shared) content. Choose from USB storage (phone) or SD card. 11. Tap Upload from other devices, then select the actions you'll take - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 315
key ends calls allows you to press the power key to end the current call. • Auto screen off during calls: allows you to force the screen to turn off during an active call. • Accessory settings for call: allows you to assign headset settings during incoming calls. - Automatic answering configures the - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 316
unlocked. • My call sound: allows you to personalize the sounds you hear during a call with and without earphones. - Tap My call sound settings and select Personalize call sound. - Follow the detailed on-screen instructions 314. • Voicemail service: allows you to assign the service. • Voicemail - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 317
automatically reject all calls that are not in your Contacts list. Set reject messages 1. From the Home screen, tap (Phone). 2. Press and then tap Call settings ➔ Set reject messages. 3. Tap to manually add a reject message. - or - Tap one of the pre-written messages to be displayed when you want - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 318
the screen. Auto screen off during calls This screen off during calls to create a checkmark and enable the feature. 312 Accessory settings for call 1. From the Home screen, tap (Phone). 2. Press and then tap Call settings ➔ Accessory without earphones. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Phone). 2. Press and - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 319
a pocket or a bag. It uses the proximity sensor to detect its location. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Phone). 2. Press and then tap Call settings ➔ Increase volume in pocket to create a checkmark to your voicemail number when the phone is not in service, or is turned off. Changing Your Settings 313 - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 320
device that allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or who have speech or device manufacturer to purchase the connector cable. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Phone). 2. Press and then tap Call settings ➔ TTY , or Show number. • Call barring: blocks specific types of calls (All outgoing calls, - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 321
were using 999 as your area code, 555-5555 would be dialed as 999 - 555-5555. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Phone). 2. Press and then tap Call settings ➔ Additional settings. 3. Tap Auto area code, enter a cause the phone to lock. Contact customer service for assistance. Changing Your Settings 315 - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 322
Changing the PIN2 Code 1. From the Home screen, tap (Phone). 2. Press and then tap Call settings ➔ Additional carrier. Entering the PIN2 incorrectly three times will cause the device to lock. Contact customer service for assistance. Managing the FDN List When this feature is enabled, you can make - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 323
the Home screen, tap (Phone). 2. Press and then tap Call settings ➔ Voicemail service. 3. Tap Voicemail. 4. If an additional voicemail service is in use home screens. 3. Tap Apply and give your device a few seconds to update the device with the new look and feel. Blocking Mode When Blocking mode - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 324
are exempted from these rules. Choose from None, All contacts, Favorites, or Custom. Sound Settings From this menu you can control the sounds on the phone as well as configure the display settings. Ⅲ From the Home screen, press Settings ➔ Sound. and then tap The following options display: 318 - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 325
Tap OK to assign the vibration levels. Setup the Voice Call Ringtone This option allows you to set the ringtone. 1. From the Home screen, press Settings ➔ Sound. and then tap 2. Tap Device ringtone. 3. Tap a ringtone from the available list. The ringtone briefly plays when selected. 4. Tap OK - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 326
settings: • Wallpaper: allows you to set the Wallpaper for your Home screen, Lock screen, or both. • LED indicator: allows you to turn on your LED lights for charging, low battery, incoming notifications, and voice recording. The light will turn on by default unless you turn them off. • Page - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 327
the delay before the Touch key light automatically turns off. • Display battery percentage: to activate/deactivate the display of battery charge percentage atop the battery icon at the top of the screen. • Auto adjust screen tone: adjusts the phone's LCD brightness level to automatically adjust and - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 328
is connected to the charger. • Low battery: LED lights up when the battery level is low. • Notifications: LED lights up when you have missed calls, messages, or application events. • Voice recording: LED lights up when you are recording voice. The LED only lights up when the screen is off. SD Card - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 329
options manually, all in an effort to conserve battery power. 1. From the Home screen, press screen, press and then tap Settings ➔ Battery. The battery level displays in percentage. 2. From the upper-right tap (Refresh) to update the list. - or - Tap an entry to view more detailed information. Note - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 330
currently running services, or use the device for application development. You can also view the amount of memory or resources used as well as the remaining memory and resources for each of the applications on your phone and clear the data, cache, or defaults. Ⅲ From the Home screen, press and - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 331
update information about the application, including memory usage, default settings, and permissions. Running Services The Running services option allows you to view and control currently running services such as Backup, Google Talk, SNS (messaging), Swype, and more. 1. From the Home screen, press - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 332
for actions, and Background data restrictions. 1. From the Home screen, press and then tap Settings ➔ Applications manager. 2. Tap the ALL tab to display all available applications. 3. Press and then tap Reset app preferences ➔ Reset apps. Important! As an example, if you assigned your browser - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 333
Google Maps and find your location or search for places of interest, you must enable the Use wireless networks option. 1. From the Home screen, press Settings ➔ Location services. and then tap 2. Tap Use wireless networks allows apps to use data from sources such as Wi-Fi and mobile networks to - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 334
➔ Lock screen. 2. Tap Screen lock ➔ Motion ➔ OK. To unlock a device with motion: 1. Verify the device is on and on the Lock screen. 2. In a single motion, use your thumb to touch and hold the Lock screen, then quickly tilt the device towards you. Note: If you forget, these instructions appear at - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 335
notification and tap Next. 4. From the About Face Unlock screen, tap Set it up. 5. Follow the on-screen instructions. Using Face and Voice Unlock This feature used facial recognition to unlock your phone. This feature is less secure than PIN, Pattern, and Password locks and can be bypassed by - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 336
your pattern, you can enter your backup PIN number to unlock your device. 9. Reenter the PIN to reconfirm the previous entry and tap OK. Changing the Screen Lock Pattern This feature allows you to change the previously stored unlock pattern and update it if necessary. This process is similar - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 337
device or reset it using your Google™ Account credentials. When you enter the wrong unlock pattern too many times, you should see an option at the bottom of the screen that says Forgot pattern? Follow these steps to use either your PIN or email address. Important! You can only enter an incorrect - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 338
confirm. Samsung Unlock Options Activate or deactivates various Unlock screen functions. 1. From the Home screen, press Settings ➔ Lock screen. and then tap Important! When the Popup Note on lock screen option is enabled, the device displays a on-screen Popup Note when the lock screen appears - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 339
-up S Voice and follow the on-screen prompts to create a new verbal command. Customizing Your Lock Screen Shortcuts Your device also provides up to the lock screen: Ⅲ In a single motion, swipe your finger over the on-screen icon and towards the top of your device. Your device will unlock and you - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 340
application menu, tap a replacement application. 6. Press to return to the previous screen. Lock Automatically This option allows you to define the amount of time that must pass before the device can automatically lock on its own. Note: This option only appears when a screen lock option is active - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 341
use the phone. Using this option you can also change your SIM PIN number. 1. From the Home screen, press Settings ➔ Security. and then tap 2. Tap Set up SIM card lock. 3. Tap Lock SIM card, enter your SIM PIN code, then tap OK. Note: You must activate Lock SIM card before you can change your - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 342
you must enable the Unknown sources feature (enables downloading). Developers can use this option to install non-Play Store applications. 1. From the Home screen, press Settings ➔ Security. and then tap 2. Tap Unknown sources to active this feature. Note: If you are notified that you can not - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 343
USB Storage location. 4. Tap Clear credentials to clear the device (SD card or phone memory) of all certificate contents and reset the credentials password. One-handed Operation The one-handed operation settings help you to use your phone keypads easily with only one hand. 1. From the Home screen - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 344
words to block recognition of known offensive words or language. (A green check mark indicates the feature is active). 7. Tap Download offline speech recognition to enable speech recognition via locally stored files so that even if you are not connected to a network you can still use the service. - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 345
Samsung keyboard settings screen. 2. Set any of the following options: • Portrait keyboard types allows you to choose a keyboard configuration (Qwerty Keypad [default] or 3x4 keyboard). • Input languages sets the input language. Tap a language from the available list. The keyboard is updated guide, - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 346
- Key-tap sound enables auditory feedback when you tap an on-screen key. • Tutorial launches a brief on-screen tutorial covering the main concepts related to the Samsung keyboard. • Reset settings resets the keyboard settings back to their original configuration. Predictive Text - Advanced Settings - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 347
to the Swype field). 2. Tap How to Swype to view an on-screen manual for Swype. 3. Tap Preferences to alter these settings: • Vibrate on keypress your current text entries. Note: If incorrect words are being entered as you type, disabled this feature. • Reset Swype's dictionary: once enabled - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 348
downloads, and other related features via your existing data connection. 6. Tap Personal dictionary to access and manage your personal dictionary. 7. Tap Updates to update the application if new software is available. Note: Another method for entering text is via a speech to text recognition - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 349
engine from the list of available options. Select Google Text-to-speech Engine or Samsung TTS. The default is Google Text-to-speech. 3. Tap next to the call, Message, New emails, New voicemail, Alarm, Schedule, or Unlock screen. Configuring the Mouse-TrackPad This feature allows you to configure the - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 350
case we are using a Dropbox account. For more information, refer to "Accessing Dropbox on your Device" on page 236. 3. From the Home screen, press Settings ➔ Cloud. and then tap 4. Confirm your Samsung selection. • Back up now: manually loads up the currently selected categories and backs up - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 351
and then tap The device can be configured to back up your current settings, application data and settings. 1. From the Home screen, press and then tap Settings ➔ Back up and reset. 2. Tap Back up my data to create a backup of your current phone settings and applications. 3. Tap Backup account to - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 352
Diagnostics This feature only collects diagnostic data for troubleshooting use. 1. From the Home screen, press and then tap Settings ➔ Back up and reset ➔ Collect diagnostics. 2. Read the on-screen System Manager Application information. Note: This software collects only diagnostic data from your - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 353
Add Account This menu allows you to set up, manage, and synchronize accounts, including your Google and email accounts. Adding an Account 1. From the Home screen, press and then tap Settings and then navigate to the Accounts area. 2. Tap Add account and select one of the account types. 3. Use the - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 354
Motion slider to the right to turn it on ON . Note: If Motion is not enabled, all motion services are greyedout and disabled. To activate different motion functions: Ⅲ Tap the Motion activation field and activate the desired on-screen motion option. • Quick glance: Once enabled, allows you to check - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 355
horizontally around the large on-screen image. Access the Advanced settings to change its sensitivity setting. • Shake to update: Once enabled, shake your device reaches for the device. Choose from: Missed call, New message, Battery, Current music, or Status bar. • Gyroscope calibration: Allows you - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 356
Note: automatically opens Quick Note whenever the pen is detached. • Battery saving: disables the pen detection feature while the pen is attached to save battery power. • S Pen keeper: allows to enable a a sound alert and on-screen From the Home screen, press and then tap Settings ➔ Accessory. 2. Tap - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 357
service lets you enable and disable downloaded accessibility applications that aid in navigating your Android screen, press and then tap Settings ➔ Accessibility. Note: Initially, it might be necessary to download accessibility applications from the Play Store. 2. Select the Auto-rotate screen - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 358
: The Lock automatically function is only available if your device is already using the screen lock feature. 8. Tap TalkBack to activate the feature. Note: TalkBack, when installed and enabled, speaks feedback to help blind and low-vision users. Important! TalkBack can collect all of the text you - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 359
USB cable. • Allow mock locations: Used by developers when developing location-based applications. • Select app to be debugged: Allows developers to GPU view updates: Flashes views inside windows when drawn with GPU. • Show screen updates: Forces areas of the screen to flash as it is updated. • - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 360
the Home screen, press Settings ➔ Developer options. and then tap 2. Verify the Developer options are active. 3. Tap USB debugging to enable or disable the setting. When enabled, a check mark appears in the check box. Allowing Mock Locations Note: This feature is used for development purposes - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 361
information such as the model number, firmware version, baseband version, kernel version, and software build number. To access phone information: Ⅲ From the Home screen, press and then tap Settings ➔ About device. The following information displays: • Software update: allows you to connect to the - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 362
number: displays the software, build number. Note: Firmware, baseband, kernel and build numbers are usually used for updates to the handset or support. For additional information please contact your T-Mobile service representative. Software Update The Software Update feature enables you to use your - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 363
About device ➔ Software update. 2. Read the Software update information screen. 3. Select an available option: Note: You configure the device's software update parameters. • OK: Tap this option to connect to the remote server, detect if there is an available update, the begin the download over your - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 364
, these studies have failed to be replicated. The majority of studies published have failed to show an association between exposure to radio frequency from a cell phone and health problems. The low levels of RF cell phones emit while in use are in the microwave frequency range. They also emit RF - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 365
to Date: Is there a connection between RF and certain health problems? The results of most studies conducted to date say no. In Radio Frequency (RF) from cell phones and adverse health outcomes. Still the scientific community has supported developments in this field. Health and Safety Information 359 - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 366
health issues linked to long-term exposure to radio frequency energy from cell phone use. The COSMOS States to detect any change in rates of new cases for brain cancer. If cell phones play a a number of steps, including the following: • Support-needed research on possible biological effects of RF for - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 367
Accessories Steps to Reduce Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy If there is a risk from being exposed to radio of body-worn accessories such as belt approved body-worn accessories. Cell phones driving. Cell Phone Accessories that Claim to Shield reason to believe that accessories which claim to shield - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 368
RF exposures from various sources can be obtained from the following organizations (updated 10/1/2010): • FCC RF Safety Program: http://www.fcc.gov/ OSHA): http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/. (Note: This web address is case sensitive.) • National Institute for Occupational Safety and - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 369
(SAR) Certification Information Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). In both cases, the recommendations were developed by scientific and engineering experts drawn from industry, government, - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 370
other accessories may case of the phone. Sometimes it may be necessary to remove the battery pack to find the number. Once you have the FCC ID number for a particular phone, follow the instructions expressly approved by Samsung could void your authority undesired operation. Note: This equipment has - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 371
the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Commercial . Samsung is committed to promoting responsible driving and giving drivers the tools they need to understand and address distractions. Check the laws and regulations on the use of mobile devices and their accessories - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 372
driving and will suspend the call if necessary; • Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while driving; Notice regarding legal restrictions on in a manner that will obstruct the driver's clear view of the street and traffic. Never use wireless data services such as text messaging, Web browsing, - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 373
in a pocket or bag. Short-circuiting the terminals may damage the battery or the object causing the short-circuiting. Important! Use only Samsung-approved batteries, and recharge your battery only with Samsung-approved chargers which are specifically designed for your phone. Health and Safety - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 374
should purchase manufacturer or carrier-recommended products and accessories. If unsure about whether a replacement battery or charger is compatible, contact the manufacturer of the battery or charger. • Misuse or use of incompatible phones, batteries, and charging devices could result in damage to - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 375
label. Just go to http://www.samsung.com/us/aboutsamsung/citizenship/ usactivities_environment_samsungrecyclingdirect.html?INT=ST A_recyle_your_phone_page and follow the instructions to print out a free pre-paid postage label and then send your old mobile device or battery to the address listed, via - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 376
A VERTICAL OR HORIZONTAL OR FLOOR MOUNT POSITION. Display / Touch-Screen Please note the following information when using your mobile device: WARNING REGARDING DISPLAY Radio navigation Plan (FRP). Changes may affect the performance of location-based technology on your mobile device. Certain Samsung - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 377
service provider, applications providers, Samsung, and other thirdparties providing services you should always visually confirm that the navigational instructions are consistent with what you see before any wireless mobile device, operates using radio signals, wireless and landline networks, - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 378
service providers. To make an emergency call: 1. If the mobile device is not on, switch it on. 2. From the Home screen blocking, for example), you may first need to deactivate those features before you can make an emergency call. Consult your User Manual and your local cellular service Samsung - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 379
(a ringing in the ear), hypersensitivity to sound, and distorted hearing. Individual susceptibility to noise-induced hearing loss and potential hearing problem varies. Additionally, the amount of sound produced by a portable audio device varies depending on the nature of the sound, the device - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 380
surroundings. If you choose to listen to your portable device in a noisy environment, use noise-cancelling headphones to block out background environmental noise. By blocking background environment noise, noise cancelling headphones should allow you to hear the music at lower volumes than when using - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 381
device or any accessory to another device, read its user's guide for detailed safety instructions. Do not connect incompatible products. Using Your Mobile Device Near Other Electronic Devices Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from Radio - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 382
be able to assist you in obtaining this information. Switch your mobile device off in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy. Vehicles RF signals - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 383
while at a refueling point (service station). Users are reminded of the need to observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots (fuel amount of interference they generate. The wireless telephone industry has developed a rating system for wireless mobile devices to assist hearing - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 384
be able to use a rated mobile device successfully. Trying out the mobile device with your hearing device is the best way to evaluate it for your personal needs. M-Ratings: Wireless mobile devices rated M3 or M4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to generate less interference to hearing devices - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 385
parts and accessories out of the reach of small children. FCC Notice and Cautions FCC Notice The mobile device may cause TV or radio interference if batteries, antennas, and chargers. The use of any unauthorized accessories may be dangerous and void the mobile device warranty if said accessories - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 386
as the mobile device, its parts, or accessories. 380 • For vehicles equipped with an air instructions may lead to the suspension or denial of cell phone services to the offender, or legal action, or both. • While using your device, leave some lights on in the room and do not hold the screen - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 387
perform actions, such as pressing keys, drawing characters on a touch screen with your fingers, or playing games, you may experience occasional discomfort a physician. • If your device has a camera flash or light, do not use the flash or light close to the eyes of people or pets. [122011] - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 388
of time after that date: Phone 1 Year Batteries 1 Year Case/Pouch/Holster 90 Days Other Phone Accessories 1 Year What is not covered? This Limited caused by SAMSUNG; (c) defects or damage resulting from excessive force or use of a metallic object when pressing on a touch screen; (d) equipment - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 389
below 80% of rated capacity or the battery leaks, and this Limited Warranty does not cover any battery if (i) the battery has been charged by a battery charger not specified or approved by SAMSUNG for charging the battery; (ii) any of the seals on the battery are broken or show evidence of tampering - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 390
OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT SHALL SAMSUNG BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT OR FOR, WITHOUT LIMITATION, OF SUCH THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT. Nothing in the Product instructions or information shall be construed to create an express warranty of - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 391
fees, or $50.00 of such fees, whichever is less, and SAMSUNG shall pay the remainder of such fees. Administrative, facility and arbitrator fees for Claim") shall be determined according to AAA rules. In a Large Claim case, the arbitrator may grant to the prevailing party, or apportion among the - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 392
; (ii) on the Product information screen, which can be found under "Settings;" (iii) on a label on the back of the Product beneath the battery, if the battery is other problems of this sort, it is recommended that the device be returned to Samsung's Customer Care Center for an Extended File System - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 393
TO THE RETAILER FOR A REFUND OR CREDIT. 1. GRANT OF LICENSE. Samsung Electronics Co. grants you the following rights provided that you comply with all use, access, display and run one copy of the Software on the local hard disk(s) or other permanent storage media of one computer and use the Software - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 394
as part of the product support services related to the Software provided to you, if any. Samsung Electronics Co. and its affiliates customized services or technologies to you and will not disclose this information in a form that personally identifies you. 5. UPGRADES. This EULA applies to updates - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 395
THIRD-PARTY APPLICATIONS. Certain third party applications may be included with, or downloaded to this mobile device. Samsung Electronics Co. makes no representations whatsoever about any of these applications. Since Samsung Electronics Co. has no control over such applications, you acknowledge and - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 396
, or affiliation with the third party or its products and services. You agree that Samsung Electronics Co. shall not be responsible or liable, directly or APPLICATION IS INCLUDED WITH THE PRODUCT DISTRIBUTED BY SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., IS DOWNLOADED, OR OTHERWISE OBTAINED. USE OF ANY THIRD PARTY - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 397
BE CORRECTED. YOU ASSUME THE ENTIRE COST OF ALL NECESSARY SERVICING, REPAIR, OR CORRECTION. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW EXCLUSIONS THIRD PARTY APPLICATIONS, OR TO CREATE ANY WARRANTY BY SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO. 12. Limitation of Liability. SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO. WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 398
the Korean Commercial Arbitration Board. The award of arbitration shall be final and binding upon the parties. (b) United States residents. ALL DISPUTES WITH SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO. ARISING IN ANY WAY FROM THIS EULA OR YOUR USE OF THE SOFTWARE SHALL BE RESOLVED EXCLUSIVELY THROUGH FINAL AND BINDING - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 399
of any award, but may not grant Samsung Electronics Co. its attorney fees, expert bad faith. In a Small Claim case, you shall be required to pay ii) on the device information screen, which can be found under "Settings;" (iii) on a label on the back of the device beneath the battery, if the battery - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 400
to enjoy the benefits of this license. 16. ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY. This EULA is the entire agreement between you and Samsung Electronics Co. relating to the Software and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous oral or written communications, proposals and representations with respect - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 401
107 Accessing Recently-used applications 67 Voice mail 23 Accessory 350 Audio Output 350 Dock Sound 350 Screen Display 350 Accounts and Sync Adding Contacts 135 Add 220 Streaming Videos 223 Troubleshooting 222 AllShare Play Configuring Settings 215 Group Cast 219 Sharing Files 217 Sharing Media 218 - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 402
396 ChatON 46 Clock 46 Contacts 46 Creating Folders 72 Downloads 47 Dropbox 47 Email 47, 237 Flipboard 47 Gallery HotSpot 50 Music Hub 50 Music Player 50 My Files 50 Navigation 51 Need for Speed Most Wanted Office 4.0 52 S Note 52 S Suggest 52 S Voice 53 Samsung Apps 53 Settings 53 Sharing with Others - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 403
54, 265 Voice Search 54 VPN Client 54 YouTube 54, 266 Zynga 54 Applications and Development 226 Applications settings allow mock locations 353 Apps Adding 43 Close 264 Reset Preferences 326 Apps Screen Customizing 44 Area Code Auto Assign 314 Audio Output Mode 350 Auto Redial 314 Auto Reject - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 404
Outgoing Headset Condition 310, 312 Paring Devices 279 Review Downloaded Files 279 Scan for Devices 279 Scanning for other Devices 298 Vibrations 309 Call Answering/Ending 309 Call Barring 314 Call Duration 103 Resetting Times 103 Call Forwarding 310 Configuring 313 Call Functions 80 Answering 84 - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 405
189 Camera 171 Camera Options 173 Default Storage Location 176 Enabling Share Shot 180 Lock Screen Shortcut 333 Taking Pictures 172 Camercorder Taking Pictures During Video 192 Care and Maintenance 372 Charging battery 13 ChatON 167 Adding a Buddy 168 Adding New Buddy 168 Buddy photo share 178, 185 - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 406
102 Copying Contact 132 CPU Usage Display 354 Create Folder Group Apps 44 Creating a Playlist 211 Creating and sending Messages 142 Customizing Home screens 67 D Data Auto Sync Data 299 Restrict Background Data 299 Data Limit Setting 299 Data Roaming 301 Activate/Deactivate 299, 301 Data Usage - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 407
Developer Options On 284 Device Reset 346 Device Options Screen 318 Display Icons 33 Settings 33 Status Bar 33 Using Negative Colors 352 Display / Touch-Screen Cast Hub 221 Downloading New application 254 Downloads 235 Internet Downloads 235 Other Downloads 235 Draft files from Memory card 78 401 - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 408
Refreshing Messages 162 Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals 358 Extreme Alert Disable 152 F Face Unlock 329 Facebook Personalize 117, 340 63 Screen Capture 65 Sensitivity Settings 64, 349 Shake to Update 64 Tilt to Zoom 64 Getting Started 7 Battery 12 Battery Cover 8 Locking/Unlocking the - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 409
Opening 165 Other Options 165 Personalize 117, 340 Personalize Swype 106, 342 Refreshing 165 Signing In 165 Viewing 166 Google Create New Account 20 Merge Contacts 126 Retrieving Password 20 Set Search Engine 276 Signing into Your Account 20 Voice Typing 104 Google Books 252 Google Mail see also - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 410
Wallpaper 74 Menu Settings 43 Overview 41 Home Screen Mode 317 Adjusting 69 Home screens Customizing 67 Homepage Setting New 272 HSPA+ 289 I Navigation 269 Clear Cookies 275 Search 270 Set Home Page 274 Internet Downloads 235 Internet Email 155 IP Address 355 J Joining Contact information 128 - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 411
Services 327 Lock Pattern Changing 330 Deleting 330 If I Forgot My Pattern 331 PIN 330 Setting 329 Lock Screen 328 Camera Quick Access 333 Changing Wallpaper 75 Clock 333 Customizing 247 Creating a New Account 199 Using 200 Memory card Erasing files from the 78 Merge Calls 96 Merge with Google 126 - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 412
Viewing new 146 micro SIM Card 10 Changing Exisitng PIN 335 Importing and Exporting 137 Insertion 10 Lock 335 120, 155 Missed Call Viewing from Lock Screen 103 Mobile Data Activate/Deactivate 298 Set Data Activation 348 On 63, 187, 348 Using to Unlock 328 Motion Settings 348 Mounting the SD card 77 - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 413
Application 202 Now Playing Screen 205 Options While Playing 206 Playing 204 Playing a Playlist 208 Searching for Music 204 Tab Options 205 Music File Extensions 3GP 208 AAC New Album 193 New applications Downloading 254 NFC On 182 Turning On 261 NFC (Near Field Communication) 306 Noise Reduction - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 414
Calculator 228 World Clock 234 Other Downloads 235 Other Important Safety Information 380 Out of Office Message 163 Settings 163 408 Outlook 155 Overview Home Screen 41 Owner Information 334 P Videos Picture-In-Picture 196 Pointer Speed Configuration 343 Popup Note Lock Screen 332 Open 350 - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 415
Haptic Feedback 323 LCD Adjustment 321 Learning About 323 Screen Power 323 Power Saving Mode 323 Predictive Text Activation 116, 340 Using 116 Using XT9 115 Prepend Area Code 315 Primary Shortcuts 42 Adding and Deleting 71 Customizing 71 Replacing 72 Q Quick Dialing 81 Quick Glance Options 64, 349 - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 416
Taking a Screen Shot 187 Screen Lock Set Up 329 Sounds 320 Screen Lock Pattern Changing 330 Creating 329 Deleting 330 Forgot My Pattern 331 Screen Rotation 40 Screen Sharing Via Group Cast 185 Screen Shots Selective 60 Screen Timeout 321 Screen Unlock Face and Voice Unlock 329 Face Unlock 329 Motion - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 417
Screens Adding and Deleting 68 Customizing Images 181 Shortcuts Adding from Application Screen 70 Adding from Home Screen 71 Deleting from a Screen 71 Managing 70 Primary 42 SIM Micro 136 Social Networking Adding Contacts From 135 Software Update 355, 356 Wi-Fi 357 Song Set As 210 Sounds - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 418
Numbers 154 Block Unknown Senders 152, 154 Manually Register a Number 151, 153 Match Criteria 153 Register a Number 108 Personal Dictionary 106, 342 Preferences 105, 341 Reset Dictionary 106, 341 Select Text Input Mode 107 Settings 105, 341 SYM mode 107 Updates 106, 342 Sync 40 System Manager 17, - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 419
applications 256 Unknown Numbers Blocking Messages 154 Unknown Sources 255 Unlock Options 332 Using Face 329 Using Voice 329 Unmounting SD card 78 Usage Battery 323 USB Connections As Storage Device 283 USB Debugging 354 Disabling 77 USB Settings As Storage Device 283 USB Tethering 288 Activating - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 420
382 WCDMA 301 Weather Setting 333 Web 269 History 274 Saved Pages 274 Web applications enable downloading 282 Widget Adding Widgets 43 Widgets Adding and Removing 73 Google Talk 53 Moving to a Different Screen 74 Settings 53, 259 Stopwatch 234 Wi-Fi About 286 Activating 90, 286, 292 Advanced - Samsung SGH-T889 | User Manual Ver.lj1_f8 (English(north America)) - Page 421
Connection 295 During Sleep 293 MAC Address 294 Manually Adding Network 294 Manually scan for network 288 Off 288 On 286, a Name 296 On 180, 296 World Clock DST Settings 234 WPA2 PSK 290, 291 WPS PIN Pairing 295 WPS Push Button 294 Connect 295 Pairing 295 Y Yahoo! 276 YouTube High Quality 267
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