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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-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 2
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 and protected under federal laws, state laws, and - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 3
? For 24 hour information and assistance, we offer a new FAQ/ARS System (Automated Response System) at: www.samsung.com/us/support T9 Text Input is licensed by Tegic Communications and is covered by U.S. Pat. 5,818,437; U.S. Pat. 5,953,541; U.S. Pat. 6,011,554 and other patents pending. ACCESS® and - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 4
, intermittent sounds (like a siren or nearby conversation), and echoes, allowing you to hear and be heard nearly anywhere. How Does It Work? Based on the intelligence of the human hearing system, the technology: • Captures, evaluates and distinguishes all the sound signals surrounding your phone - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 5
ANY LAW, RULE, SPECIFICATION OR CONTRACT PERTAINING 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 - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 6
Manual 6 Battery Cover 7 Battery 10 Extending Your Battery Life 13 Power Control 13 Switching the Phone On or Off 14 Locking and Unlocking Keys 27 Home Screen 29 Screen Navigation 32 Menu Navigation 34 1 Applications 35 Customizing Samsung QWERTY Keypad 70 Using XT9 Predictive Text 73 - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 7
86 Display Options 86 Get Friends 87 My Profile 88 Additional Contact Options 89 Groups 90 The Updates Tab 91 The History Tab 91 Section 7: Messages 92 Types of Messages 92 Creating and Section 9: Applications and Development 124 Applications 124 Accounts and sync 124 Add to Home 124 2 - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 8
Calendar 128 Call logs 129 Contacts 129 Camera 129 Car Home 129 Desk Home 129 doubletwist 130 DriveSmart 130 Email 130 Facebook 130 Files Maps 134 3 Market 136 Downloading a New Google Application 136 Launching an Installed Google Application 137 Android Development 137 Media Hub - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 9
Date and Time 200 Software Update 201 Section 13: Health and Safety Information 202 Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals 202 Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Certification Information . . . 206 Smart Practices While Driving 208 Battery Use and Safety 209 Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 10
Restricting Children's Access to Your Mobile Device 220 FCC Notice and Cautions 221 Other Important Safety Information 221 Section 14: Warranty Information 223 Standard Limited Warranty 223 End User License Agreement for Software 226 Index 231 5 - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 11
keys. Note: Instructions in this manual are based on default settings, and may vary from your phone, depending on the software version on your phone, and any changes to the phone's Settings. Unless stated otherwise, instructions in this User Manual start with the phone unlocked, at the Home - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 12
➔ Wireless and network ➔ Bluetooth settings." Battery Cover The battery, SIM card and SD card are installed under the battery cover. Important!: Before removing or replacing the battery cover, make sure the phone is switched off. To turn the phone off, hold down the key until the power-off image - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 13
To replace the battery cover: ᮣ Position the battery cover over the battery compartment and press down until you hear a click. SIM Card Overview Important!: Before removing or replacing the SIM card, make sure the phone is switched off. To turn the phone off, hold down the key until the power- - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 14
service will be available. If this happens, turn off the phone, remove the card, and reinstall the card in the correct orientation. Installing the microSD Memory Card Your phone supports . Note: This device supports up to a 32GB microSDHC memory card. 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Orient the card - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 15
Before using your phone for the first time, install the battery and charge it fully. Important!: Before removing or replacing the battery, make sure the phone is switched off. To turn the phone off, hold down the key until the power-off image displays, then press Power off. Installing the - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 16
to become damaged. Important!: Although the battery comes partially charged. It is recommended you fully charge the battery before using your device for the first time. 1. Connect the USB cable to the charging head. 2. Slide open the Charger/Accessory jack cover (1). 3. Insert the USB cable into the - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 17
connected, damage to the accessory port will occur therefore voiding the phone's warranty. 5. When charging is finished, first unplug tempered glass surface and void the warranty. For more information, refer to "Standard Limited Warranty" on page 223. Low Battery Indicator When the battery level - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 18
GPS satellites for your current location; each query drains your battery. • Do not wait until your battery is completely depleted before charging or applications that use the most battery power. 1. From the Home screen, touch and hold an empty area until the Add to Home screen menu displays. 2. Tap - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 19
with the phone but normal cell phone service is not available. Without a SIM card Selecting Location consent may drain battery power. For more information language is preset to English at the factory. To change the language, use Tap Power Off ( ). Locking and Unlocking the Phone By default, the phone - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 20
such as Gmail, Google Maps, Google Search, and the Android Market applications. Before you are able to access Google your phone: 1. From the Home screen, tap (Market). 2. Read the introduction and tap Next ➔ Create to begin. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to create a Google Account. - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 21
for an email from Google in the email box you provided, and respond to the email to application that requires a Google account (such as Android Market or Gmail). 2. Click Next ➔ Google Account password, follow these instructions to retrieve it: 1. As soon as your battery is charged and the SIM card - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 22
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 1 key subscribe to Visual Voicemail service to use this feature. Charges may apply. Please contact your service provider for further - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 23
space within the Random Access Memory (RAM), Program, and External SD card. • Help provides additional battery saving techniques. Shutting Down an Currently Active Application 1. From the Home screen, tap ➔Task Manager ( ). 2. From the Active applications tab, tap End to close selected applications - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 24
key features of your phone. It also describes the phone's keys than the current 3G network technology. • Android 2.2 Froyo Text • Supports synchronizing with GPS (TeleNav GPS Navigation) • Webkit-based browser • Downloadable applications from the Android home computer. • T-Mobile TV™ • Samsung Media - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 25
mode (with the phone open) or adjust the voice volume during a call. When receiving an incoming call: • Pressing the volume key down mutes the ring tone. • Pressing and holding the volume key rejects the call. 4. Menu key displays a list of options available for the current screen. From the Home - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 26
such as the connection status, received signal strength, phone battery level, and time. 10. Power/End key ends a call or switches the phone off and on. Press and hold for two seconds to turn off Silent, Mobile data connection, Airplane mode, or - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 27
notifications, and Application (or shortcut) bar with four icons: Phone, Contacts, Messaging, and Applications. Connection Status Status Bar Signal strength Battery status Time Notification area Status area Google search Home Screen Shortcuts Primary Shortcuts Understanding Your Phone 22 - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 28
for the wallpaper, cube, brightness or backlight. ᮣ From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (Settings) ➔ Display. For your current signal strength. The greater the number of bars, the stronger the signal. Indicates that the Flight Mode is current battery charge level. Icon 100% shown is fully - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 29
current battery charge level is very low. Shows your current battery when the phone is connected to a computer using a supported USB cable connection. Displays when there is a new profile is set to Silent mode and Vibrate is set to Always or Only in silent mode. Displays when data synchronization - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 30
feature is on and available for location-based services such as GPS Navigation. Displays when your phone's GPS is on and communicating. Displays when the Wi phone has detected an active USB connection and is in a USB Debugging mode or the microSD card has been improperly removed. For more details on - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 31
can expand this area to provide more detailed information about the current on-screen notification icons. 1. Tap the Status bar to Notifications panel can also be opened on the Home screen by pressing and then tapping Notifications. Clearing GPS, Silent, or Auto rotation. Understanding Your Phone 26 - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 32
Google Search box that you can use to search for a key term both on the phone and online. • Notifications ( ) allows you to expand popup notifications area to provide more detailed information about the current on-screen notification icons. • Edit ( ) allows you to add or remove extended screens - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 33
key opens a search box specific only to the current application. Search Options Search Field Voice Search (speech to text) 1. Press - or - Press 2. Tap to launch the Google Search box. and tap ➔ . to launch the Voice Search function. Using Google Search Use the Google Search box to manually - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 34
starting point for using the applications on your phone. There are seven available panels, each populated with default shortcuts or applications. You can customize each of these panels. Status Bar Notification area Google search bar/Widget Status area Home Screen Shortcuts Primary Shortcuts - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 35
, coverage, Bluetooth, 4G and Wi-Fi communication, battery levels, GPS, etc. • Home Screen is a customizable screen that provides information about notifications and device status, and allows access to application Widgets. • Extended Home Screens extend beyond the current visible screen width to - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 36
Updates). - Messaging ( ) launches the Messaging menu (create new messages or open an existing message string). - Applications/Home toggles functionality between the Home While in the Applications screens, tap the Home icon ( ) to easily return to the Home screen. As you transition from screen to - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 37
icon to open the application. A light touch works best. • Touch and hold: Touch and hold an icon or key to open the available options, or to access a pop-up menu. For example: press and hold from the Home screen to access a menu of customization options. • Flick: Move your finger in lighter - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 38
, or when viewing web content to minimize scrolling. 33 Note: These screens can be re-arranged in any desired order. For more information, refer to "Customizing the Screens" on page 43. - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 39
through the available on-screen menus. Your phone defaults with seven home screens. Navigating Through the Application Menus There are four default Application Menus available. As you add more applications from the Android Marketplace, more screens are created to house these new apps. 1. Press - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 40
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 Applications icons, see "Navigating Through the - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 41
Network Alliance) and built-in AllShare™ technology. Samsung's AllShare makes staying connected easy. For more information, refer to "AllShare" on page 125. Amazon MP3 Launches the Amazon MP3 music download service where you can download DRM-Free (digital rights management) MP3 formatted songs - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 42
a calendar application that syncs to your Facebook™, Google™, or Microsoft Exchange work calendars. For more information, refer to "Calendar" on page 167. use while you are driving. For more information, refer to "Car Home" on page 129. Contacts The default storage location for saving phone numbers - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 43
voicemail and customizing auto responses both your Outlook (Exchange Serverbased) work email and Internet email accounts ( on page 130. Files Lets you view supported image files and text files on your Google Mail (Gmail) is a web-based email service. Gmail is configured when you first set up your - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 44
phone. Just insert the microSD card, tap the Home screen icon and enjoy. For more information, refer books and publications. These documents can be downloaded directly to your device. For more information, 133. Layar Works by using a combination of the mobile phone's camera, compass and GPS data to - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 45
, Set Alerts, Bill Summary, Plan Services, and FAQ's Info. For more information, refer to "My Account" on page 140. My Device Allows you to configure device settings, view Personalize your CallerTunes, Ringtones, or Wallpapers, View Quick Tools, Support, and battery storage information. For more - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 46
& Weather Launches a Web-based news and weather feed based on your current location. For more information, refer to "News and Weather" on page 144 you to watch live mobile TV on your phone. This application is a subscription service. For more information, refer to "T-Mobile TV" on page 145. Talk - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 47
to extend battery life. For more information, refer to "Task Manager" on page 146. TeleNav GPS This driving aid provides both audible and visual navigation instructions for GPS navigation. For more information, refer to "TeleNav GPS" on page 146. ThinkFree Office ThinkFree Office Mobile for Android - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 48
Search Launches your phone's built-in voice recognition software and initiates a Google search based on the recognized browser. For more information, refer to "YouTube" on page 123. Customizing the Screens You can customize the Home screens (panels) to display the Widgets, Shortcuts, Folders, or - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 49
last page. ). The newly added screen appears 3. Press to return to the main Home screen. Rearranging the Screens 1. Press ➔ and then tap Edit ( ). 2. Touch and type ➔ Customizable grid. 3. Press and then tap Edit. A box outline then appears around the application icons. 4. Scroll through the - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 50
move it to the adjacent screen. If this does not work, delete it from its current screen. Activate the new screen and then add the current screen. Once complete, release the screen to lock the shortcut into its new position. To add a shortcut via the Add to Home screen: 1. Press to go to the Home - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 51
hold an empty area of the screen. 3. From the Add to Home screen window tap Widgets. 4. Tap an available 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 - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 52
Deleting a folder 1. Touch and hold a desired folder. This unlocks it from its location on the current screen. 47 2. Drag the folder over the Remove tab ( Live wallpapers will require additional battery power. To change the current wallpaper: 1. Press to go to the Home screen. 2. Touch and hold - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 53
a USB SD card mode. • microSD card storage support SDHC cards up to 32GB 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 - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 54
accessing or transferring files. Doing so will result in loss or damage of data. Make sure your battery is fully charged before using the microSD card. Your data may become damaged or lost if the battery runs out while you are using the microSD card. Mounting the SD Card To store photos, music - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 55
stored on it. Factory Data Reset From this menu you can reset your phone and sound settings to the factory default settings. 1. Press ➔ and then tap (Settings) ➔ Privacy. 2. Tap Factory data reset. This action erases all data from your phone except current system software and bundled applications - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 56
is not sent to voice mail. Ending a Call ᮣ Briefly tap key to end the call. Note: To redial a recent number, tap list, and tap Call. , tap a number from the Call logs If you exit the current call screen and return to the Home screen, You are visually notified that you are still on - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 57
entered number. • Delete ( ) to delete digits from the current number. • Voice Dialer ( ) to launch the voice recognition keys being pressed). • Add wait to insert a hard pause within the number string (the phone waits for your input). A wait requires that any consecutive numbers be manually - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 58
for international dialing, or dialing within an area code where all the calls you make for a period of time use one prefix. 1. From the Home screen, press and then tap (Settings) ➔ Call settings ➔ All calls ➔ Prefix dialing. 2. Tap the Enable prefix dialling field. A check mark indicates the Prefix - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 59
4. Tap Delete. Using the Voice Dialer Voice dialer is a voice recognition software used to activate a wide variety of functions on your phone. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (Voice Dialer). 2. When the Voice Dialer displays the "Listening" prompt, say one of the following commands: • - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 60
that the phone waits until it hears a dial tone before proceeding with the next sequence of numbers. 1. From the Home screen, tap and use the on-screen keypad to enter the phone number. 2. Press and then tap Add wait dial them easily whenever you want, simply by touching the associated numeric key. - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 61
number to assign to the speed dial location. The selected contact number/image is displayed in the speed dial number box. Changing a Speed Dial Entry 1. From the Home screen, tap . 2. Press and then tap Speed dial setting. Important!: The number 1 is reserved for Voicemail and another number cannot - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 62
customers with a Wi-Fi capable phone. Wi-Fi Calling is an excellent solution for coverage issues in and around the home improve upon your current in-home coverage experience • Wi-Fi Calling works anywhere there is an the page. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete connection. Note: To avoid - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 63
). Wi-Fi Communication Issue Displays when Wi-Fi is active but there is a communication issue with the target Wireless Access Point (WAP). 2. From the Home screen, tap ➔ (Wi-Fi Calling). 3. Tap the slider to activate Wi-Fi Calling. The slider shows On. Your device connects to the T-Mobile Network - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 64
and can bar. make Wi-Fi calls. Does not display You are charged normal calling on the screen rate minutes. For more status bar. information, Wi-Fi" on page 171. 4. If prompted, tap Confirm to register the service on the network (for first time users). 5. Use the phone Dialer, call log - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 65
- From the screen during a call, press the Up Volume key. From the Home screen, you can also adjust the ring volume using these keys. 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 - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 66
you can save the current caller's information to the unlock the screen press the lock key (on the right side of the phone). Multi-Party calls Making a Multi-Party Call A multi-party call is a network service service, contact T-Mobile customer service. Setting up a Multi-Party Call 1. From the Home - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 67
are in a multi-party call: 1. Press and then tap Manage Conference Call. 2. Tap adjacent to the participants you would like to split from the current call. The list displays the callers in the order they were dialed. 3. Tap the number for the participant in which you want to speak privately - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 68
current call. You can answer an incoming call while you have a call in progress, if this service is supported number fast and easy. It is continually updated as your device automatically adds new numbers to the list. The Notification area of the Home screen (upper-left) displays phone notifications, - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 69
Accessing the Call Logs Tab 1. From the Home screen, tap ➔ Call logs tab. 2. Tap an entry to view available options. Note: The Call logs tab only records calls that occur while the phone - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 70
display the entry-specific context menu: • Call [Number] to redial the current phone number. • Send message allows you to create a new text message to the selected entry. • Edit number before call to make alterations to the current phone number prior to redial. • Add to Contacts to save the number - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 71
the numbers. 5. Tap Call once the number has been changed. Erasing the Call Log You can delete either an individual call log entry or all current entries from the Call logs list. To clear a single entry from the list: 1. Tap ➔ Call logs tab. 2. Touch and hold an entry and select Delete - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 72
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 screen immediately after a call is missed. To view a missed call immediately: 1. Press to reactive the screen. 2. Touch and - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 73
easier. Text Input Methods There are two text input methods available: • Samsung Keypad: an on-screen QWERTY keypad that can be used in both portrait each key, use your finger to trace over each letter of a word. The on-screen QWERTY keypad works the same in both portrait and landscape mode. Selecting - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 74
uses error correcting algorithms and a language model to predict the next word. SWYPE also If you configure another text input method (Samsung keypad) you must re-enable SWYPE before using settings: • Language: allows you to select the current text input language. Default language is US English. - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 75
these settings: • Swype help: allows you to view the on-line user manual for Swype. • Tutorial: a short tutorial that helps you to get started then touch the delete key to erase one character. Touch and hold the delete key to erase an entire word. Using the Samsung QWERTY Keypad This QWERTY keypad - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 76
The keyboard is then assigned to the Samsung keypad configuration for all subsequent text input. Changing the QWERTY Input Type There are two main keypad layout keys that change the onscreen keys viewed on the QWERTY keypad. The available text input modes are: Abc and Sym (symbols). • Symbol/Numeric - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 77
orientation, if desired. The following screen displays: Text input field Suggested Words Shift key Input Mode Current Mode Indicator Settings Emoticons 2. Tap ABC to configure the keyboard for ABC mode. Once in this mode, the text input type shows ?123 . Note: After typing an initial uppercase - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 78
compensates for users pressing the wrong keys on QWERTY keyboards. Note: XT9 is only available when ABC mode is selected. XT9 advanced settings text entry screen, tap at the bottom of the screen to access the Samsung keypad settings screen. 2. Tap the XT9 field. A checkmark indicates activation - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 79
automatically tries to correct errors caused when you tap keys adjacent to the correct keys. (A green check mark indicates the feature is enabled - Tap the XT9 auto-substitution field. Flick up or down to review the current list of word substitutions. - Press and tap Add. - Enter the original word - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 80
2. Press ➔ and then tap Accounts and sync. - or - (Settings) ➔ From the Home screen, press and then tap Settings ➔ Accounts and sync. 3. From the General sync settings section account type to add. 6. Follow the on-screen instructions. The selected account type synchronizes with your Contacts list. - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 81
on the device. Note: If the phone is ever reset to its factory default parameters, contacts stored on the phone can be Mail account. • Microsoft Exchange (also known as Work or Outlook) contacts are those contacts that are Home screen, tap (Contacts). 2. Tap to create a contact. Contacts - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 82
) to select a category such as Mobile (default), Home, Work, Work fax, Home fax, Pager, Other, Custom, or Callback. 7. Tap a phone number field and ) or select the Contact entry from the on-screen list. • If you're updating an existing contact, tap the entry from the list and proceed to step 5. 4. - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 83
to select a category such as Mobile (default), Home, Work, Work fax, Home fax, Pager, Other, Custom, or Callback. 7. Tap Save to complete and Matching entries are then displayed. This process filters through all of your current account Contact entries to only show you the matching entries. - or - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 84
holding an entry then tapping Edit. 4. Edit the contact information then tap Save. Context Menu 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 (page 81). 3. Touch a phone number field - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 85
2. Touch and hold a contact name from the list and select Delete ➔ OK. Contact List Options 1. From the Home screen, tap . 2. Press . The following options display: • Create contact: allows you to create a new Contact you save new contacts, or view your Own numbers, or Service numbers. Contacts 80 - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 86
Contact Menu Options 1. From the Home screen, tap . 2. Touch and hold an entry to reveal the context menu. The following options display: • Edit: allows you to edit the currently selected Contacts entry. • Delete: allows you to delete the currently selected Contacts entry. • Join contact: allows you - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 87
contacts make to email account names, email addresses, etc. automatically update in your contacts list. For more information about synchronizing accounts, see "Get Friends" on page 87. 1. From the Home screen, tap . 2. Tap a contact name (the name you want to link to another entry). Note: Typically - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 88
It is the second contact image that is displayed for both buy the first contact's name that is used. For example: comes in handy when you have multiple entries for the same person (see Linked contacts). 1. From the Home screen, tap . 2. Tap a Contact entry. 3. Press and then tap Mark as default. The - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 89
selected message type and is delivered when you send the message. Sending All Current Namecards Rather than selecting once Contact entry at a time, you can send all of your current entries at once. 1. From the Home screen, tap . 2. Press via. and then tap Import/Export ➔ Send namecard 3. Touch - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 90
Exchange, etc...) can not be transferred in this manner. 1. From the Home screen, tap . 2. From the Contacts List, press and then tap Import/Export ➔ Export to SIM card. 3. Touch Select all to choose all current phone contact entries. - or - Select a specific entry by touching an entry. - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 91
an active Google or Microsoft Exchange account with current Contact entries, and be signed into your account numbers, email addresses, pictures, etc.) are updated and synced with your phone. For more only contacts that have phone numbers. 1. From the Home screen, tap . 2. Press and then tap Display - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 92
terms of the End-User License Agreement. • Enter your account's access Email and Password information and tap Login. • Press and then tap Home ➔ Friends to confirm your current friends list. 2. From the Home screen, tap . 3. From the Contact's tab, press friends ➔ Add account. and then tap Get - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 93
Contact listed in the Contacts list. Note: As with any profile, your profile can be associated with a group. To create My Profile: 1. From the Home screen, tap . 2. Press and then tap More ➔ My profile. 3. Enter information into the various fields. 4. Tap Save to store the new entry. To edit - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 94
and address before you can use the Send email feature. 1. From the Home screen, tap . 2. Press and then tap More ➔ Send email. Contacts Service Numbers: displays the list of Service Dialing Numbers (SDN) assigned by your service provider. These numbers include emergency numbers, customer service - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 95
already present groups (Family, Friends, or Work) or a user-created group. Creating a New Caller Group 1. From the Home screen, tap ➔ Groups tab. 2. Press the newly created group Adding an Existing Entry to a Current Caller Group 1. From the Home screen, tap ➔ Groups tab. 2. Tap a group - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 96
. 4. Tap Send. 5. Type your message, and tap Send. ➔ Groups tab. 91 The Updates Tab From the Updates tab you can view updated contact information that were synchronized with Facebook, Myspace, or Twitter. 1. From the Home screen, tap . Note: You must log in to an SNS account (Facebook, Myspace or - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 97
"Status Bar" on page 23. Creating and Sending Messages The Short Message Service (SMS) lets you send and receive text messages to and from other mobile Icons" on page 23. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Messaging) ➔ New message. 2. Tap on the To field to manually enter a recipient or select one of the - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 98
send the message automatically saves as a draft. Message Options 1. From the Home screen, tap (Messaging). 2. From within an open message, press additional messaging options: to display • View contact: reveals the current Contact's overview screen. 93 • Add/Remove subject: inserts or deletes - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 99
Newly Received Messages When you receive a message, your phone notifies you by displaying within the Notification area at the top left of your Home screen. To read a message: 1. Open the Notification Bar and select the message. For more information, refer to "Notification Bar" on page 26. - or - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 100
To reply to a text message: 1. From the Home screen, tap . Current Recipient My Text 2. While the message is open the current caller to your Contacts list. • Copy message text: copies the currently selected message bubble from the thread. • Lock/Unlock message: locks or unlocks the currently - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 101
OK to delete or Cancel to end the process. 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 - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 102
to deliver them. • Input mode: allows you to set the input mode for your text messages. Choose GSM while roaming. • Creation mode: allows you to select the creation mode, Free, Restricted, to quickly reply to incoming messages. 1. From the Home screen, tap . 2. From the Messaging list, press templates - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 103
send it as an Audio Postcard. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (Audio Postcard). 2. subject in the viewfinder and touch the Camera key. 4. Tap Record to record an audio message current standard. • POP (Post Office Protocol) - This protocol is supported by most ISPs (Internet service - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 104
From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (Email). If you already have email accounts, your accounts screen is displayed 2. Enter you email address in the Email address field. The phone will try to resolve 3. Enter your password in the Password field, tap Next then press Next. • Tap Manual setup to - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 105
a selection. 9. Once complete, tap Send. Configuring Email Settings 1. From the Home screen, tap ➔ (Email). 2. Press and then tap Accounts. 3. Select an when forwarding an email. • Add signature: Lets you attach a customized signature to the bottom of all outgoing emails. • Signature: Lets - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 106
Up a Microsoft Exchange Email account 1. From the Home screen, tap ➔ (Email). 2. If you details and support. • Email address: your Outlook work email address. to place a check mark in the box and activate this additional level. Important!: with a connection error, manually enter your Exchange server - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 107
10. Identify your new account with a unique name and provide the outgoing name text then tap Done. Opening an Exchange Email 1. From the Home screen, tap ➔ (Email). 2. Press and then tap Accounts. 3. Select an exchange email account and tap an email message. Refreshing Exchange Email 1. From the - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 108
the incoming email size allowed to pass through to your phone automatically without user interaction. Larger emails will have to be retrieved manually. 103 • Email notifications enables the phone to display a status bar icon when new email messages have been received. • Select ringtone assigns an - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 109
your Gmail account in order to access features such as Google Mail and Android Market. 2. Tap Next to add a Google account. 3. Tap Create Google account. The Inbox loads conversations and email. Opening Gmail 1. From the Home screen, tap ➔ (Gmail). 2. Tap an existing email message. Refreshing - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 110
you to search a chat log and store them in your Gmail accounts. 1. From the Home screen, tap ➔ (Talk). 2. Tap Next to add a Google account. 3. Tap Create email. 4. After entering your user name and password, tap the Down Navigation key. 5. Tap Sign in. 6. Begin using Google Talk. Note: The Network - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 111
is as simple as choosing a subject, pointing the camera, then pressing the camera key. Note: When taking a photo in direct sunlight or in bright conditions, shadows may appear on the photo. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Camera). 2. Using the phone's main display screen as a viewfinder, adjust the - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 112
/ Camcorder Mode: allows you to take a photo in various modes. Once you change the mode, the and then adding additional images to itself. The guide box lets you view the area where the second part key. Focus on a background and press the camera key a second time. • Cartoon: gives your photo - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 113
of light allowed to fall on the subject through the lens sensor while taking a picture.Touch and drag the slider LCD visibility outdoors. • Focus mode: sets the focus mode to: Auto focus, Macro (close sec, and 10 sec. When you press the Camera key, the camera takes the photo after the specified time - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 114
are Sound 1, Sound 2, Sound 3, or Off. • Reset: resets the camera settings to the default settings. • Firmware update: allows you to Check version by network, or Firmware update. HD Camcorder Options You can change options using your keypad in capture mode. The following short cuts are available - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 115
to fall on the subject through the lens sensor while recording a video. Touch and video when pressed in Camcorder mode. 8. Settings: displays two 10 sec. When you press the Camera key, the camcorder records the video after the Reset: resets the camcorder settings to the default settings. - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 116
, YouTube, Messaging, Gmail, Kodak, and Snapfish. • Play: plays the current video using either doubletwist or Video Player. • More: - Send to My where you can access the Gallery of stored camera images. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (Gallery). 2. Select a folder location - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 117
view your pictures immediately or view them anytime in the Photo folder. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (Gallery). 2. Select a folder location and tap to initiate an on-screen slideshow displaying every image in the current folder. - or - Tap Menu to display the following image - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 118
- Set as: allows you to assign a picture to one of three location: Home screen Wallpaper, Lock screen Wallpaper, or to a Contact's icon image. - Crop: provides an on-screen box that allows you to crop the current picture. Tap Save to update the image with the new dimensions or Discard to ignore any - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 119
Discard to stop without updating the wallpaper image. Using the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (HD Camcorder) to activate the camcorder mode. 2. Using the phone's main display screen as a viewfinder, adjust the image by aiming the camcorder at the subject. 3. Press the record video key - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 120
. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to download music. Note: A data plan is required to use this feature. Charges may apply. Please contact your service provider for further details. Files Files allows you to manage your sounds, images, videos, bluetooth files, Android files, and other memory - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 121
device. These files are actually stored in the DCIM folder location. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (Files). 2. Tap a folder and scroll down or allows you to back up into a higher directory. • Home tab allows you to back up to the root directory. • Press and then tap View by to change - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 122
, photos and videos between your computer and your Android Phone over your home Wi-Fi network. For more details visit: http://www.doubletwist.com. ᮣ From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (doubletwist). Installing Doubletwist 1. Download doubletwist for your Mac and PC from the doubletwist - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 123
the stunning viewing quality Samsung is known for, Samsung Media Hub is your gateway to mobile video like you've never experienced it before. 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. You - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 124
or Own. 6. Choose a payment method and then follow the on-screen instructions. The media stores to the My Media folder. Media Hub Notices • Any have acquired through the Service. • You must have Wi-Fi or 4G/HSPA+ connectivity in order to download Media Content. • extend the available viewing time. - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 125
extend the viewable time beyond the thirty (30) day rental window). • You cannot play any media content downloaded sound effect works when earphones or sound is connected through the earphone port only. 5. currently playing song. Replays the current list when the list ends. shuffles the current - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 126
the Music menu. - Stop playing music: stops playing the currently selected song or playlist. - Details: displays details about the selected as Windows Media Player) and downloading those files to an SD card inserted into the device. Creating a Playlist 1. From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 127
playlist then tap Add. Removing Music from a Playlist 1. From the Home screen, tap (Music Player). (Applications) ➔ 2. Tap the Playlists downloaded to the phone using one of two methods: 1. Downloaded to the phone from or Android Market. Music files are directly stored on your phone. 2. Downloaded - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 128
get live TV and Video on Demand. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (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 - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 129
application is already described in another section of this user manual, then a cross reference to that particular section is provided " on page 192. Add to Home This shortcut allows you to add Widgets, Shortcuts, Folders, or Wallpapers to the Home screen. For more information, refer - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 130
Android Phone over your home Wi-Fi network. For more details visit: http://www.doubletwist.com. For more information, refer to "doubletwist" on page 117. ᮣ From the Home the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (Alarm & Clocks). AllShare This application wirelessly synchronizes your Samsung mobile - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 131
. You must setup parameters such as connected Wi-FI, Items to share, source server address, and external device acceptance rights. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (AllShare). 2. Tap Settings and configure the following settings as desired: • Media server name allows you to enter the - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 132
Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (Amazon MP3). 2. Select an on-screen category (Bestselling Albums, Bestselling Songs, Browse By Genre, or Search). 3. Follow the on-screen instructions title or album, tap [price] ➔ Buy. • Pressing BUY allows you to purchase the song and download it to your device's - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 133
key. 6. Repeat steps 1 to 4 as many times as required. Note: Place the screen in Landscape mode using the Calendar. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ ( current events. • Create: creates a new Event. • Go to: displays a specific date. • Today: displays the date highlighted with a Blue box - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 134
and tap Accept. The screen is laid out with the most common on-screen applications available for quick access. To reset your phone's interface back to the default layout: ᮣ From the Car Home screen, tap Exit. Desk Home Configures the phone's user interface to mimic a desktop layout. ᮣ From the - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 135
driver, result in an accident or other injury and could be a violation of law. 1. From the Home incoming text messages notifying users that you are currently driving and can not answer a text. you to review and create email using most email services. The device alerts you when you receive an email - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 136
defined) folders. ᮣ From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ ( a picture message. ᮣ From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ ( web-based email service. Gmail is configured and more. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ on web pages. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 137
lens to activate the HD camcorder (720P) and record videos that are stored on the microSD card. ᮣ From the Home Card" on page 9. 2. From the Home screen, tap (Inception). 3. Log into Media 3G connection you can download books through the Amazon this feature. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Kindle). - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 138
the view. Important!: You must activate GPS to use this application. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Layar). (Applications) ➔ 2. Read the Layar terms and privacy statement and tap Accept. Layar initializes your favorites and performs updates. The displayed tabs provide the following information - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 139
allow you to track your current location, view real-time does not cover every country or city. ᮣ From the Home screen, tap GPS to determine location based on nearby cell towers. 3. Tap Use GPS satellites to enable the GPS can turn on Enable GPS satellites. Selecting GPS satellites allows you to - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 140
Maps 1. From the Home screen, tap (Maps). Terrain: combines a topographical view of the area's terrain with the current map location. - Buzz: allows you post public messages and photos Clear Map: after viewing or following directions, this option resets the map. • Join Latitude: lets you and your - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 141
to the Android Market terms of service. For more information, refer to "Downloading a New Google Application" on page 136. Downloading a New Google Application To download a new application, you will need to use your Google account to sign in to Android Market. The Android Market home page provides - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 142
Android Market screen, tap Downloads, tap the installed application in the list, and then tap Open. Tip: The newly downloaded application displays on the Home screen or other selected panel. Note: A data plan is required to use this feature. Charges may apply. Please contact your service provider - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 143
application you downloaded and installed from Android Market. 1. Samsung Media Hub is your one stop for the hottest movie and TV content. You can rent or purchase your favorite content and watch from the convenience of anywhere. ᮣ From the Home current set of memos. Applications and Development 138 - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 144
text messages to and from other mobile phones. You can also use the Multi Media Service (MMS) to create multimedia messages to send and receive from other mobile phones. ᮣ From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (Messaging). For more information, refer to "Messages" on page 92. Mini Diary - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 145
entry. 4. Tap Auto update if you want the settings to automatically update. Deleting a Mini Diary entry 1. From the Home screen, tap (Applications) you with account specific information such as your current activity, billing information, Plan Services information. You can also set alerts for - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 146
and charges for your current plan and services. The screen also displays additional services information and charges. My Device Use the My Device application to configure device settings, view support information, personalize your CallerTunes, Ringtones, or Wallpapers, or view battery storage - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 147
and configure Data Roaming features, activate and configure GPS features, set the screen timeout for the display, and view phone information. Support Displays support information My Account Feedback, T-Mobile Forums, and T-Mobile on Twitter. Storage Battery From this tab you can view Memory storage - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 148
GPS satellites. A green check mark indicates the GPS location feature is enabled. Navigation options 1. From the Home obstructions. - Driving mode enables the Settings allows you to manually enter a destination current location. • Gas Stations: displays gas station location relative to your current - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 149
Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (Places). 2. Use the Find places field to manually enter a desired place or choose from among the various categories. Matches are filtered by those closest to your current the Navigation application, but work along with the Latitude service where you can share your - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 150
" on page 171. Slacker Slacker offers free, internet radio for mobile phones. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (Slacker). Important!: You must register and create a free account prior to using this service. 2. Enter your Email address and password. - or - Tap Create Account if you have - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 151
navigation. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (TeleNav GPS). 2. A Warning message displays. Read the agreement and tap Accept to accept the terms, or tap EXIT to close the window. 3. Select to either Upgrade the application or use the Basic Navigation service at no charge. 4. Enter the - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 152
a mobile video sharing and 2-way video calling service. This application also lets you record and share Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (Video Chat) ➔ Sign up. 2. Fill in the Email address, Username, and Password, then tap Sign up to create your new account. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 153
information for the Qik Video Chat application. Recording Qik Video 1. From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (Video Chat) ➔ Record & Share. title for your video segment and select those services you wish to use to distribute your video. • Services such as Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, SMS, - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 154
dialer is a voice recognition software used to activate a wide variety of functions on your phone. ᮣ From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ one minute long and then immediately send it as a message. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (Voice Recorder). 2. Tap the Record icon to - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 155
Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (Voice Search). 2. Select Agree if you want Google to use location for improved search results and other services to make calls using a Wi-Fi over the T-Mobile network. ᮣ From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (Wi-Fi Calling). For more information, refer to - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 156
want to use to save, send, or post it. You can send as a message, send to your Gmail account, Update to Facebook, save it in the Calendar or as a memo. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (Write and go). 2. Compose the text then select one of the following: • Send: sends as a Message - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 157
you access the Browser, the web2go home page displays the following topics: • Google Search: allows you to quickly search for online topics using the Google search engine. • Advertisement: provides an on-screen advertisement bubble providing suggested phone applications. • Downloads: allows you to - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 158
on your phone's Home screen. - Add RSS feeds: adds RSS feeds to your browser. - Find on page: allows you to search in the current page. - Page info: displays information about the selected page. - Share page: allows you to share the page using Gmail or as a message. 153 - Downloads: displays the - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 159
a number that corresponds to the current number of active browser windows, 4. Scroll across the screen to view the currently active windows and tap an entry your Most visited websites and view your History. 1. From the Home webpage, tap . The Bookmarks page displays. Additional pages include Most - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 160
as homepage: Sets the bookmark to your new homepage. Adding Bookmarks 1. From the Home webpage, tap ➔ Add. 2. Use the on-screen keypad to enter the name clear these cookies from your phone at any time. 1. From the Home webpage, press and then tap More ➔ Settings ➔ Clear all cookie data. 2. Tap - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 161
webpage. - or - Press and then tap Clear history to delete the current History list. Using Most Visited The Most visited list provides you with a entries are used to return to previously unmarked web pages. 1. From the Home webpage, tap ➔ Most visited tab. A list of your most frequently - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 162
download of plug-ins such as Adobe Flash. • Open in background: New pages are launched in a separate page and displayed behind the current one. Remove the checkmark to disable this function. • Set home page: Sets the current home . • Reset to default: Clears all browser data and resets all settings - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 163
) and communicating. Bluetooth Settings The Bluetooth settings menu allows you to set up many of the characteristics of your device's Bluetooth service, including: • Entering or changing the name your device uses for Bluetooth communication and description • Setting your device's visibility (or - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 164
To set visibility: 1. Verify your Bluetooth is active. 2. From the Bluetooth settings page, tap Visible. Making your device visible allows other devices to pair and communicate. Note: Your device is visible for up to 120 seconds (2 minutes). This value appears as a countdown within this field. To - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 165
the previously paired device, and select Disconnect. Note: Disconnections are manually done but often occur automatically if the paired device goes out of Verify your Bluetooth is active and your phone is visible. 2. From the Home screen, tap (Contacts). 3. Touch and hold the entry from the list - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 166
PC. To learn more about Samsung Kies Mini and Samsung applications: 1. Browse samsung Support site and locate your phone: http://www.samsung.com/us/support/downloads 2. Navigate to the Software tab and download Kies Mini. Important!: If you need any additional USB drivers, these can also be found - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 167
. 5. Refer to Samsung Kies Help for more information. Synchronizing with Windows Media Player Ensure that Windows Media Player is installed on your PC. 1. Press ➔ and then tap (Settings) ➔ Applications ➔ USB settings ➔ Media player. 2. Press the Home key to return to Idle mode. 3. Using an optional - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 168
Wi-Fi About Wi-Fi Wi-Fi (short for "wireless fidelity") is a term used for certain types of Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN). Wi-Fi communication requires access to an existing and accessible Wireless Access Point (WAP). These WAPs can either be Open (unsecured) as within most Hot Spots, or - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 169
current security setting on your target WAP. 4. Enter your WAP's password if the WAP is secure. 5. Tap Save to store the new information and connect to the target WAP. Note: No prompt to enter the WAP key key is required when the device is reset using factory battery life and use times. Manually - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 170
The feature works best when used in conjunction with HSPA+ (4G) data services (although 3G service can also be used). Important!: The Mobile AP service can not password for communication. Note: Using your 4G service and Mobile AP Hotspot drains your phone's battery at a much faster rate than when - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 171
SSID and changing the entry. 3. Select this Hotspot and follow your on-screen instructions to complete the connection. 4. Launch your Web browser to confirm you have an Internet connection. To secure the Mobile AP service: The two most common methods for securing your connection to the Hotspot are - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 172
create events, and set an alarm to act as a reminder. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (Calendar). The Calendar displays four tabs: • Month: current events. • Create: creates a new Event. • Go to: displays a specific date. • Today: displays the date highlighted with a Blue box - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 173
zone (to lock event time based on your current user-selected time zone). Select a time zone option. Selections are: Always, Only in Silent mode, or Never. 12. Tap Select ringtone to ᮣ From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (Alarm & Clocks). Setting an Alarm 1. From the Home screen, tap (Alarm - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 174
plays. World Clock This feature allows you to find out what time it is another part of world. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ . 2. Tap the World Clock tab. 3. Tap (Add city) then scroll and select the lap counter. You can have multiple lap times. 6. Tap Reset to reset the counter. 169 - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 175
Setting a Timer 1. From the Home screen, tap (Applications) ➔ (Alarm & Clocks) ➔ Timer tab. 2. Tap the hr, min, or sec field and use the on-screen keypad to enter the hour, minute, or seconds. 3. Tap Start to start the timer. 4. Tap Stop to stop the timer or Reset to reset the timer and start over. - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 176
any extra settings associated with your phone. Wireless and Networks Using Flight mode Flight mode allows you to use many of your phone's features, such as phone automatically uses Wi-Fi, when available, for all your mobile phone services. 1. Press ➔ and then tap (Settings) ➔ Wireless and network - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 177
use WPS, the connecting device must support WPS and be compatible with Wi- WPS button on your Wi-Fi access point within 2 minutes. Manually Adding a Wi-Fi Network 1. Press ➔ and then tap SSID (Service Set Identifier) and Security settings then tap Save. Note: An SSID is a unique key which identifies - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 178
Press ➔ and then tap (Settings) ➔ Wireless and network ➔ Bluetooth settings ➔ Device name. The assigned device name displays. 3. Press to erase the current device name and enter a new name for this device using the keyboard. 4. Tap OK to confirm your setting. Activating Visibility ᮣ Press ➔ and - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 179
software or USB drivers are required, navigate to: http://www.samsung.com/us/support/ downloads. 1. Press ➔ and then tap Wireless and network ➔ Tethering. (Settings) ➔ 2. Plug in the USB cable between your computer and your phone. 3. When prompted for a USB mode (Pre-shared key based L2TP/IPSec - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 180
based L2TP/IPSec): 1. Establish a VPN name (a name for this connection). 2. Set the VPN server. 3. Set IPSEc pre-shared key. 4. Enable L2TP secret. 5. Set L2TP secret. 6. Set the DNS search domains. 175 To establish a L2TP/IPSec CRT (Certificate based L2TP/IPSec): 1. Establish a VPN name (a name - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 181
, filled circle to the right of the name. Network mode You can configure your phone to either manually detect and use either a 2G (GSM) or 3G 4G/3G services for this connection. 1. Press ➔ and then tap (Settings) ➔ Wireless and network ➔ Mobile networks ➔ Network mode. 2. Tap GSM/WCDMA (auto mode - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 182
and network ➔ Mobile networks. 2. Tap Network operators. The current network connection displays at the bottom of the list. Important!: You must deactivate data service prior to searching for an available network. 3. Tap Search now to manually search for a network. 4. Tap Select automatically to - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 183
select one of the following methods for answering the phone: - Answering mode activates or deactivates the answering mode function. - Answering key allows you to press a key to answer the phone. - Automatic answering automatically answers after a period of time. Selections are: Off, after 1 second - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 184
automatically redial the dialed number if it is unable to connect or the call is cut off. Fixed Dialing Numbers Fixed Dial Number (FDN), allows you to restrict outgoing calls to a limited set of phone numbers. Enabling code could cause the phone to lock. Contact customer service for assistance. 179 - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 185
tap (Settings) ➔ Call settings ➔ Fixed Dialing Numbers. 2. Tap Change PIN2 code could cause the phone to lock. Contact customer service for assistance. Managing the FDN List When service and select My carrier. 3. Tap Voicemail number to now view your number within the Voicemail number field. HAC Mode - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 186
setting. TTY Mode A TTY (also known as a TDD or Text Telephone) is a telecommunications device that allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing, your phone by silencing notifications, routing calls to voicemail and customizing auto responses to both callers and text message respondents notifying - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 187
an alert. 1. Press ➔ and then tap (Settings) ➔ Sound. 2. Tap Silent mode. - or - From the Home screen, press and hold the Lock key until Phone options displays. 3. Tap Silent mode to activate or deactivate this mode (the current mode displays). Setup Phone Vibration 1. Press ➔ and then tap (Settings - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 188
selection. Each time you press a key or make a selection the selected tone sounds when locking and unlocking the screen. 1. timeout, power saving mode, and tv out • Wallpapers: assigns either the Home screen or Lock screen wallpaper images Tap Get fonts online to download additional fonts. • Brightness: - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 189
adjusts the delay time before the screen automatically turns off. Selections are: 15 seconds, 30 seconds, 1 minute, 2 minutes, and 10 minutes. • Power saving mode: saves power because the phone analyzes the displayed screen image and adjusts the LCD brightness. • TV out: connects your phone to your - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 190
Maps and find your location or search for places of interest, you must enable the Use wireless networks option or enable the GPS satellites. 1. Press ➔ and then tap (Settings) ➔ Location and security. 2. Tap Use wireless networks to enable location information using the wireless network. Enabling - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 191
mode (when the screen automatically turns off). Setting an Unlock Pattern Creating a screen unlock pattern increases security on the phone. When you enable the User visible pattern field, you will draw an unlock Pattern. 3. Read the instructions then tap Next. stored unlock pattern and update it - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 192
Using Tactile Feedback When enabled, the User tactile feedback option, you will feel vibration as feedback while drawing the pattern. PIN Lock and Unlock 1. Press ➔ and then tap (Settings) ➔ Location and security. 2. Tap Set screen lock. 3. Tap PIN. 4. Enter a PIN number using the numeric keypad and - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 193
password to set or change the credential storage password. 5. Tap Clear storage to clear the storage (SD card or phone memory) of all contents and reset the credentials password. Changing Your Settings 188 - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 194
Android Dev Phones are not intended for non-developer endusers. Because the device can be configured with system software not provided by or supported can view and control currently running services, or use the device Data Important!: You must have downloaded applications installed to use this feature - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 195
card. Freeing up memory space on the phone can help avoid any sluggish performance when the phone has to work harder to manage memory resources. Important!: Only certain downloaded applications are capable of being moved from phone to card. 1. Press ➔ and then tap (Settings) ➔ Applications ➔ Manage - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 196
currently running services such as Backup, doubletwist, Google Talk, SNS (messaging), Swype, and more. 1. Press ➔ and then tap (Settings) ➔ Applications ➔ Running services application. Android Development GPS applications using this device, you can tell the device that the phone is at different GPS - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 197
for the USB port. Note: Before initiating a USB connection with the phone you must disable the Bluetooth feature, and/or USB debugging feature. 1. Press ➔ and then tap Applications ➔ USB settings. (Settings) ➔ 2. Select one of the following USB modes: • Kies (Firmware update): connects your - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 198
By default, there are no accounts managed by the device. These must be manually added. To manage an existing Google account: 1. Press ➔ and then tap area of the screen. • Any changes or updates to your Gmail account are then automatically updated to your device. To configure the Google management - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 199
with a corporate email account. 1. From the Home screen, tap (Applications)➔ Settings ➔ Accounts and to manually sync the account. Privacy Settings Location settings, backup configurations, or reset the my data to create a backup of your current phone settings and applications. 3. Tap Automatic - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 200
Factory data reset ➔ Reset phone. 3. If necessary, enter your password and touch Erase everything. The phone resets to the factory default settings automatically and when finished displays the Home suggestions below the Quick Search Box as you type), and what and services. - your current registered - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 201
list. Select Input Method There are two input methods available: Swype and Samsung keypad. 1. Press ➔ and then tap (Settings) ➔ Locale and text preferences to activate the setting: • Language: allows you to select the current text input language. Default language is US English. • Word prediction: - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 202
. • Swype help: displays the on-screen Swype User Manual. • Tutorial: provides an on-screen tutorial that shows you how to input text faster in Swype input mode. About Provides information about the current Swype application version. Samsung Keyboard Settings For more information, refer to "The - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 203
field to view a short tutorial on use of the Samsung keyboard. XT9 Advanced Settings The following XT9 Advanced settings are XT9 field to select XT9 (predictive text) mode, then tap XT9 advanced settings. 2. Tap characters of the keys you touched as well as the characters of nearby keys. 5. Tap the - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 204
to download accessibility applications from the Android Market. 2. Tap Accessibility to activate the feature, then select the services for which you want data to log. Note: The (power key) ends is active). • Show hints: displays hints on a search box. 3. Press to return to the previous screen. - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 205
your device when activated. • Driving mode: incoming calls and new notifications and Time This menu allows you to change the current time and date displayed. 1. Press ➔ and then network set the date and time. Important!: Deactivate Automatic to manually set the rest of the options. 3. Tap Set date - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 206
Build number: displays the software, build number. Note: Firmware, baseband, kernal 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 - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 207
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 also emit RF at substantially reduced time intervals when in the stand-by mode. Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects (by heating tissue), - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 208
Research Results to Date: Is there a connection between RF and certain health problems? The results of most studies conducted to date say no. In addition, and adverse health outcomes. Still the scientific community has supported additional research to address gaps in knowledge. Some of these - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 209
phone industry to take a number of steps, including the following: • Support-needed research on possible biological effects of RF for the type of signal cell phones with the current information on cell phone use and human health concerns. The FDA also is working with voluntary standard-setting - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 210
• Reduce the amount of time spent using your cell phone; • Use speaker mode or a headset to place more distance between your head and the cell phone. more than a metallic accessory attached to the phone. Studies have shown that these products generally do not work as advertised. Unlike "hands - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 211
• Use speaker mode or a headset to place more distance between the head and the information on the safety of RF exposures from various sources can be obtained from the following organizations (updated 10/1/2010): • FCC RF Safety Program: http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/. • Environmental Protection - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 212
of other accessories may not model phone, this site uses the phone FCC ID number which is usually printed somewhere on the 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 - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 213
on a mobile phone - unless the driver has assessed the driving conditions and is 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-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 214
circuitry could slowly corrode and pose a safety hazard. If the phone and/or battery get wet, have them checked by your service provider or contact Samsung, even if they appear to be working properly. • Do not place your battery in or near a heat source. Excessive heating can damage the phone or - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 215
to your phone, or other serious hazard. Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling Samsung cares for the environment and encourages its customers to recycle Samsung mobile devices and genuine Samsung accessories. Proper disposal of your mobile device and its battery is not only important for safety, it - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 216
Samsung customers with a free recycling mailing label. Just go to http://www.samsung.com/us/aboutsamsung/citizenship/ usactivities_environment_samsungrecyclingdirect.html?INT=STA_rec yle_your_phone_page and follow the instructions ! Warning!: Never dispose of batteries in a fire because they may - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 217
CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS. FOR CONNECTION glass surface and void the warranty. For more information, please refer to the "Standard Limited Warranty" on page 223. GPS & AGPS Certain Samsung mobile devices can use a Global Positioning System (GPS) signal for location-based applications. A GPS - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 218
Certain Samsung mobile devices can also use an Assisted Global Positioning System (AGPS), which obtains information from the cellular network to improve GPS performance. AGPS uses your wireless service provider's network and therefore airtime, data charges, and/or additional charges may apply in - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 219
service providers. To make an emergency call: 1. If the phone is not on, switch it on. 2. From the Home screen emergency call. Consult your User Manual and your local cellular service provider. When making an this product for many years: Keep your Samsung Mobile Device away from: Liquids of any - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 220
(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-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 221
You should follow some common sense recommendations when using any portable audio device: • Always turn the volume down before plugging the earphones into an audio source. • Set the volume in a quiet environment and select the lowest volume at which you can hear adequately. • Be aware that you can - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 222
to use it, or when it may cause interference or danger. When connecting the mobile 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 - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 223
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 advised to switch the mobile device off while at a refueling point (service station). Users are reminded of the need to observe restrictions on the - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 224
the HAC Act is to ensure reasonable access to telecommunications services for persons with hearing disabilities. While some wireless mobile devices Mobile devices that are rated have the rating on their box or a label located on the box. The ratings are not guarantees. Results will vary depending on - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 225
or cochlear implant, to determine if you hear any interfering noise. Consult your service provider about its return and exchange policies and for information on hearing aid the mobile device and all its parts and accessories out of the reach of small children. Health and Safety Information 220 - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 226
approved batteries, antennas, and chargers. The use of any unauthorized accessories may be dangerous and void the mobile device warranty if said accessories . • Failure to observe these instructions may lead to the suspension or denial of cell phone services to the offender, or legal action, or - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 227
• If the phone, battery, charger or any accessory is not working properly, take it to your nearest qualified service facility. The personnel there will assist you, and if necessary, arrange for service. • Dispose of phones in accordance with local regulations. In some areas, the disposal of phones - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 228
reception or transmission, or viruses or other software problems introduced into the Product; (i) any other acts which are not the fault of SAMSUNG; or (j) Product used or purchased outside the United States. This Limited Warranty covers batteries only if battery capacity falls below 80% of rated - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 229
of SAMSUNG. If SAMSUNG determines that any Product is not covered by this Limited Warranty, Purchaser must pay all parts, shipping, and labor charges , SPECIFICATION OR CONTRACT PERTAINING THERETO. NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS WARRANTY OF ANY - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 230
STATE TO STATE. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF OWNER OR SUPPLIER OF SUCH THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT, AS THE CASE MAY BE. This Limited Warranty allocates risk of Product failure between Purchaser and SAMSUNG, and SAMSUNG's Product pricing - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 231
OF LICENSE. Samsung grants you the following rights provided that you comply with all terms and conditions of this EULA: You may install, 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 on a single - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 232
and use technical information gathered as part of the product support services related to the Software provided to you, if any, related to the Software. Samsung may use this information solely to improve its products or to provide customized services or technologies to you and will not disclose this - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 233
EXTENT NOT PROHIBITED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL SAMSUNG BE LIABLE FOR PERSONAL INJURY, OR ANY INCIDENTAL, SOFTWARE, THE PROVISION OF OR FAILURE TO PROVIDE SUPPORT OR OTHER SERVICES, INFORMATION, SOFTWARE, AND RELATED CONTENT THROUGH THE SOFTWARE OR OTHERWISE ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE SOFTWARE - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 234
someone to retrieve and reuse the data by means of special software. To avoid unintended information leaks and other problems of this sort, it is recommended that the device be returned to Samsung's Customer Care Center for an Extended File System (EFS) Clear which will eliminate all user memory and - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 235
Customer Care Center: 1000 Klein Rd. Plano, TX 75074 Toll Free Tel: 1.888.987.HELP (4357) Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC: 1301 East Lookout Drive Richardson, Texas 75082 Phone: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) Important!: If you are using a handset other than a standard numeric keypad, dial the - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 236
4G 165 4G Network 176 Using 176 A Accessing Recently-used applications 35 Voice mail 17 Accounts and syncronization 124 Add 2 sec Pause 54 Add to Home through 34 Applications 35 , Android Market 40 136 Browser 43, 138 Messaging 40 messaging 139 , TeleNav GPS 42 146 Using the Camcorder 114 Using - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 237
Battery Charging 11 Extending Life 13 Installing 10 Low Battery Indicator 12 Removal 10 Saving Power 13 Wall Charger 11 Battery Cover Removal 7 Replace 8 Battery Life Extending 13 Battery Options 95 C Calendar 167 Creating an event 167 Manually Sync Events 128 Settings 167 , Calibration 184 185 - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 238
Options 107 Options 107 Taking Pictures 106 Car Home 129 Care and Maintenance 214 Charging battery 11 Children and Cell Phones 205 Clearing Application 194 Creating a Playlist 121 Creating and sending Messages 92 Customizing Home screens 43 D Data Roaming 176 Deleting Multiple messages 96 Single - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 239
219 FCC Notice and Cautions 221 Fixed Dialing Numbers 179 Folder Creating and Managing 47 Deleting 47 Renaming 47 Font Style 183 G Gallery Folder Options 111 Image Options 112 Opening 116 Get Friends 87 Getting Started 6 Battery 10 Battery Cover 7 Locking/Unlocking the Phone 14 microSD card 9 SIM - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 240
Maps Enabling a location source 134 Opening a map 135 , Google Talk 41 145 GPS & AGPS 212 Groups Adding an Member to an Existing Group 90 Creating a new on hold 60 Home 29 Home Key 27 Home Screen Overview 29 Home Screen Wallpaper 183 Set as 113 Setting 111 Home screens Customizing 43 , Horizontal - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 241
Internet Email 98 iTunes 117 J Joining Contact information 82 K Kies Mini 161 Kodak 115 L Lock Screen Viewing Missed Calls 67 Lock Screen Wallpaper 183 Set as 113 Setting 111 Low battery indicator 12 M Making International calls 54 New call 51 Managing Applications 189 Clearing Application Cache 189 - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 242
Sending All 84 Navigating Application Menus 34 Sub-Menus 34 Through Screens 32 Network connection Adding a new 164 Network Mode , 2G Network 176 177 3G Network 177 New applications Downloading 136 News and Weather 144 Notification Bar 26 Using 26 Notification Volume Setting 182 237 O On/off switch - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 243
XT9 Advanced Settings 198 Samsung Products and Recycling 210 SAR Certification Information 206 Save a Number From Keypad 77 Screen Home 29 Navigation 32 Screen Lock 186 Changing 186 Screen Rotation Auto-Rotate 183 Screen Timeout 184 Screens Adding and Deleting 43 Customizing 43 Rearranging 44 SD - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 244
network locations 185 Messaging 96 Mini Diary 140 Shortcuts Adding from Application Screen 45 Adding from Home Screen 45 Deleting from a Screen 46 Managing 45 Primary 31 SIM Card Changing Exisitng PIN Contacts Backup 76 Tools Camera 106 Transferring Music Files 122 TTY Mode 181 Twitter Qik 148 - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 245
19 Front View 20 Home 29 Uninstalling Third-party applications 138 Unmounting SD card 49 Updates tab 91 USB Connection Turn Off 49 USB Connections As mass storage device 162 USB Settings As mass storage device 162 Windows Meida Player 162 USB Tethering Drivers 161 , Use GPS Satellites 134 185 Use - Samsung SGH-T959V | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f4) (English) - Page 246
Account 40 , Settings 41 145 Stopwatch 169 Wi-Fi About 163 , Activating 57 163 Advanced settings 165 Calling 57 Connecting to 163 Deactivating 164 Manually scan for network 164 Status icons 164 Windows Media Player Synchronizing with 162 World Clock DST Settings 169 WPA2 PSK 166 Y Yahoo! 157 YouTube
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