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SGH-t509 PORTABLE Tri-Band TELEPHONE User Guide Please read this manual before operating your phone, and keep it for future reference. UVFC4_1.0_SGt509_031606_F8 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 2
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 disassemble, or otherwise attempt to create source code from the software. No title to or ownership in the - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 3
WITH THE PRODUCT, THE PURCHASER TAKES THE PRODUCT "AS IS", AND SAMSUNG MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO REQUIREMENTS OF ANY LAW, RULE, SPECIFICATION OR CONTRACT PERTAINING THERETO. NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 4
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Table of Contents Table of Contents Section 1: Getting Started 5 Activating Your Phone 6 Switching the Phone On or Off 9 Setting Up Your Voice Mail 10 Section 2: Understanding Your Phone 13 Features of Your Phone 14 View of Your Phone 14 Keys 15 Display Layout 17 Get More Help 19 Section - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 6
63 Deleting all of the Phonebook Entries 65 My Name Card 66 Finding My Own Phone Number 66 FDN List 67 Management 67 Section 7: Messages 71 Voice Notes 72 Text Your Settings 99 Time & Date Settings 100 Phone Settings 101 Display Settings 102 Sound Settings 105 Network Services 109 2 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 7
Memory Status 117 Reset Settings 118 Section Phone Near Other Electronic Devices 179 Potentially Explosive Environments 181 Emergency Calls 181 FCC Notice and Cautions 183 Other Important Safety Information 183 Product Performance 184 Availability of Various Features/Ring Tones 186 Battery - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 8
Table of Contents Battery Precautions 186 Care and Maintenance 188 Section 13: Warranty Information 191 Standard Limited Warranty 192 Index 199 4 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 9
Section 1 Section 1: Getting Started Topics Covered • Activating Your Phone • Switching the Phone On or Off • Setting Up Your Voicemail This section explains how to start using your phone by activating your service and setting up your voice mail. Section 1: Getting Started 5 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 10
Phone When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, any optional services the phone by holding down the key until the power-off image displays. 1. Remove the battery cover. To do so, slide the battery cover - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 11
sure that the battery is properly installed before switching on the phone. Charging a Battery Your phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery. A travel adapter comes with your phone for charging the battery. Use only approved batteries and chargers. Ask your local Samsung dealer for further - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 12
but doing so will require additional charging time. Note: You must fully charge the battery before using your phone for the first time. A discharged battery recharges fully in approximately 200 minutes. 1. With the battery installed, plug the connector of the travel adapter into the jack on the side - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 13
backlight to conserve the remaining battery power. When the battery level becomes too low, the phone automatically turns off. Switching the Phone On or Off 1. Press and hold the key until the phone switches on. 2. If the phone asks you to enter the phone password, enter the password and press the OK - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 14
to switch off the phone, press and hold the key until the power-off image displays. Setting Up Your Voice Mail For new users, follow the instructions below to set up voicemail: 1. In Idle mode, press and hold the key on the keypad. You may be prompted to enter a password. 2. Follow the tutorial - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 15
Section 1 Setting Up Your Voice Mail Changing the Voice Mail Number Your SIM card gives you the default service number of the voice mail center. However, should you need to change the number, use the following procedures: 1. In Idle mode, press the Menu soft - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 16
Section 1 12 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 17
Your Phone Topics Covered • Features of Your Phone • View of Your Phone • Keys • Display Layout • Get More Help This section outlines some key features of your phone. It also displays the screen and the icons that are displayed when the phone is in use. Section 2: Understanding Your Phone 13 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 18
lightweight, easy-to-use and offers many significant features. The following list outlines a few of the features included in your phone. • VGA Camera and Camcorder • Bluetooth® Wireless Technology • User friendly, menu driven access to features and options • Instant Messaging capability • Multimedia - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 19
mute the ring tone. If you press and hold the volume key, you can reject the call. 3. The display shows the received signal strength, the phone battery level, the date and time. 4. Performs the functions indicated by the screen text on the bottom line of the display. 5. Makes or answers a call. In - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 20
take pictures when pressed. Launches the camera/camcorder with a press. 15. The headset/charging jack is used for the hands-free headset and for charging your phone. 16. The built-in digital camera/camcorder has video capture capabilities. 17. Mirror can be used for adjustment when taking a picture - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 21
when you set an alarm to ring at a specified time. For details, see page "Alarm" on page 129. Appears when you are out of your service area. Appears when a call is in progress. Appears when the Call Forwarding feature is active. For details, see page "Call forwarding" on page 109. Appears - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 22
keys are pressed within a given period of time, depending on the setting in the Backlight menu. The display turns off after one minute to conserve battery power. To specify the length of time the backlight is active, access the Backlight menu. The On setting is how long the keypad backlight is - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 23
More Help Get More Help is designed to show you some of the features of your phone using t-zones. You can search help files on the fly while traveling, at home or anywhere, using help.wap.t-mobile.com. 1. In Idle mode, press the Menu soft key to access Menu mode. 2. Using the - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 24
3. The Get More Help menu will display with the following options available: • Browse Help Topics: this option gives you a list of different topics that you can select. • Enter a Search: this option allows you to enter a keyword to search on. • About: this option offers general information about Get - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 25
Section 3: Call Functions Topics Covered • Making a Call • Adjusting the Call Volume • Answering a Call • Call Records • Silent Mode • Selecting Functions and Options This section describes how to make or answer a call. It also explains the features and functionality associated with making or - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 26
" on page 101 for further details. Making an International Call 1. Press and hold the key. The + character appears. 2. Enter the country code, area code, and phone number and press the key. Correcting the Number 1. To clear the last digit displayed, press the key. 2. To clear any other digit - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 27
. • Send message: Allows you to send a text message, picture message, or voice note to the number. • Save to phonebook: Stores the number in your Phone memory or your SIM card. • Delete: Allows you to delete the highlighted number or all call records. Making a Call from the Phonebook You can store - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 28
"Section 6: Understanding Your Phonebook" on page 53. Adjusting the Call Volume During a call, if you want to adjust the earpiece volume, use the Volume keys on the left side of the phone. Press the key to increase the volume level and the key to decrease the level. In Idle mode, you can - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 29
key. 2. End the call by pressing the key. Note: You can answer a call while using the Phonebook or menu features. After ending the call, the phone returns to the function screen you were using. Call Records All incoming, outgoing and missed calls are listed in the Call Records. You can also - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 30
each number. Viewing Missed Calls When you are unable to answer a call for any reason, you can find out who is calling you, if this service is available, so that you can call the person back. The number of calls you have missed displays on the idle screen immediately after a call - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 31
number. • Send message: Allows you to send a text message, picture message, or voice note to the number. • Save to phonebook: Stores the number in your phone memory or your SIM card. • Delete: Allows you to delete the number or delete all call records. You can press the key at any time - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 32
invoiced by your service provider may differ from times displayed due to network features and service plan. The Reset timers: allows you to reset the call timers. At the Are you sure? prompt, press the Yes soft key. Enter the phone password and then press the OK soft key or key. Note: The password - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 33
mode, press and hold the key until the "Silent Mode On" message and the Silent Mode icon ( ) display. In Silent Mode, instead of sounds, your phone will vibrate. To exit and reactivate the previous sound settings, press and hold the key again until "Exit Silent Mode" message appears. The Silent Mode - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 34
without changing the settings, press the key. In some functions, you may be asked for a password or PIN. Enter the code and press the OK soft key or the key. When you access a list of options, your phone highlights the currently active option. If, however, there are only two options, such as On - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 35
to a person in the room but do not want the person on the phone to hear you. To switch the microphone off temporarily: 1. Press the Options can make another call while you have a call in progress if your network supports this service. To place a call on hold, simply press the Options soft key, - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 36
1. Enter the phone number that you wish to dial or look it up in the Contact list. 2. Press the key to dial the Tones These options allow you to turn the key tones off or on. If the Mute keys option is selected, your phone does not transmit the DTMF (Dual Tone Multi-Frequency) tones of 32 Section 3 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 37
Phonebook feature, see "Finding a Phonebook Entry" on page 58. Call Waiting You can answer an incoming call while you have a call in progress, if this service is supported by the network and you have set the Call waiting option to Activate. See "Call Section 3: Call Functions 33 Section 3 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 38
press the Select soft key or the key. To end the current call, press the key. Making a Multi-Party Call A multi-party call is a network service that allows up to six people to take part simultaneously in a multi-party or conference call. For further details about subscribing to this - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 39
Selecting Functions and Options 4. To add a new person to the multi-party call, call the new person in the normal way and then press the Options soft key or the key. Select the Join option and press the Select soft key or the key. You can add incoming callers by answering the call and pressing the - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 40
2. Highlight the person you want to keep and press the Select soft key or the key. Press the Options soft key and highlight End held call. Press the Select soft key or the key. The call with the participant on hold will end, but you can continue to talk to the other participants. 3. When you want to - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 41
Section 4 Section 4: Menu Navigation Topics Covered • Menu Navigation • Menu Outline This section explains the menu navigation for your phone. It also includes an outline of all the available menus associated with your phone. Section 4: Menu Navigation 37 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 42
Section 4 Menu Navigation You can tailor the phone's range of functions to your needs using menus and sub-menus. Menus and submenus can be accessed by scrolling using the Navigation keys or by - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 43
. 1 Voice notes 2 Call records 2.1 All calls 2.2 Missed calls 2.3 Incoming calls 2.4 Outgoing calls 2.5 Delete all 2.6 Call time 2.6.1 2.6.2 2.6.3 2.6.4 2.6.5 Last call time Total outgoing Total incoming Life time Reset timers 3 t-zones 3.1 Home Section 4: Menu Navigation 39 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 44
Section 4 3.2 Favorites 3.3 Go to URL 3.4 Clear cache 4 IM 4.1 AIM 4.1.1 4.1.2 4.1.3 4.1.4 4.1.5 4.2 ICQ Sign on Saved conversations Offline conversations Settings Help 4.2.1 Connect 4.2.2 Saved conversations 4.2.3 Offline conversations 4.2.4 Settings 4.2.5 Help 4.3 Yahoo! 4.3.1 Sign in 4.3.2 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 45
Menu Outline Section 4 5.1.2 Picture message 5.1.3 Voice note 5.2 Inbox 5.3 Sentbox 5.4 Outbox 5.5 Drafts 5.6 Templates 5.6.1 Text template 5.6.2 Picture message template 5.7 Voice mail 5.7.1 Call voice mail 5.7.2 Voice server number 5.8 Delete all 5.9 Settings 5.9.1 Text message 5.9.2 Picture - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 46
Contact list 8.3 Group 8.4 Speed dial 8.5 My name card 8.6 Own number 8.7 FDN list 8.8 Management 8.8.1 8.8.2 8.8.3 8.8.4 Default saving Copy all to phone Delete all Memory status 9 Settings 9.1 Time & Date 9.2 Phone settings 9.2.1 Language 9.2.2 Greeting message 9.2.3 Automatic key lock 42 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 47
Power on/off 9.4.5 Silent mode 9.4.6 Extra tones 9.5 Network services 9.5.1 9.5.2 9.5.3 Call forwarding Call barring* Call waiting 9.5.4 Network 9.6.3 Turn Bluetooth On/Off My devices My visibility 9.6.4 My phone name 9.6.5 9.6.6 9.6.7 Security modes Features Help 9.7 Security 9.7.1 PIN - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 48
Section 4 9.7.4 Change password 9.7.5 Privacy 9.7.6 FDN mode 9.7.7 Change PIN2 9.8 Memory status 9.8.1 9.8.2 9.8.3 Shared memory Messages File manager 9.8.4 Organizer 9.8.5 Phonebook 9.8.6 Games 9.9 Reset settings * Shows only if supported by your SIM card. 44 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 49
Using T9 Mode • Using Number Mode • Using Symbol Mode This section outlines how to select the desired text input mode when entering characters into your phone. This section also describes how to use the T9 predictive text entry system to reduce the number of key strokes associated with entering text - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 50
a name in your Phonebook, creating your personal greeting or scheduling events on your calendar. You can enter alphanumeric characters by using your phone's keypad. Your phone has the following text input modes: • ABC mode: this mode allows you to enter letters by pressing the key labeled with the - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 51
Section 5 Using ABC Mode 1. To change the text input mode, press the Right soft key ( ). 2. Each time you press the Right soft key, a different Text input mode indicator will be displayed at the lower right corner of your display. The following options are available: : T9 mode : Number mode : - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 52
, press the key. ABC mode applies grammar rules to ensure that correct punctuation is used. • To shift case in ABC mode, use the key. There are 3 cases: Initial capital, Capital lock, and Lower case. • You can move the cursor by using the Navigation keys. To delete letters, press the key. Press - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 53
Section 5 Using T9 Mode Using T9 Mode T9 is a predictive text input mode that allows you to key in any character using single keystrokes. This text input mode is based on a built-in dictionary. To enter a word in T9 mode: 1. When you are in T9 mode, start entering a word by pressing the 2 to 9 keys - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 54
, press the key to display alternative word choices for the keys that you have pressed. Example: Both "Of" and "Me" have the 6 and 3 keys. The phone displays the most commonly used choice first. 4. Insert a space by pressing the entering the next word. key and start To add a new word into the - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 55
, press the key. T9 mode applies grammar rules to ensure that correct punctuation is used. • To shift case in T9 mode, use the key. There are 3 cases: Initial capital, Capital lock, and Lower case. • You can move the cursor by using the Navigation keys. To delete letters, press the key. Press - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 56
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Section 6: Understanding Your Phonebook Topics Covered • Storing a Number in the Phone's Memory • Storing a Number in the SIM Card • Finding a Phonebook all of the Phonebook Entries • My Name Card • Finding My Own Phone Number • FDN List • Management This section explains how to use and manage your Phonebook - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 58
. You can also save it to your SIM card or you can set your default so that whenever a new phonebook entry is created, you will be prompted to choose between Phone or SIM card. See "Default Saving" on page 68 for information on how to change this setting. Also, numbers that have been - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 59
available: • Mobile: assigns the number entered to the Mobile entry. • key to enter Email address, Picture ID, Ringtone, Group, and Notes if desired. 8. Press default for saving phone numbers to your phonebook is your phone's memory. To store a number in your SIM card, you need to change the Default - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 60
the Management menu. With this option, you will be prompted for storage location each time you add a new contact. See "Default Saving" on page 68 for more information. Now that your phone is set up to store contacts to your SIM card, follow this procedure to store a number. 1. In Idle mode, press - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 61
, Picture messages, or Voice notes. • Call: allows you to place a call to the selected number. • Copy to: allows you to copy the number to your Phone, SIM card or FDN. • Send name card via: allows you to send your name card via Text message, Picture message, or Bluetooth. • Assign speed dial - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 62
memories. They are physically separate but are used as a single entity, called Phonebook. Depending on your particular SIM card, the maximum number of phone numbers the SIM card can store may differ. 1. In Idle mode, press the Menu soft key to access Menu mode. 2. Using the Navigation keys, scroll - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 63
you to send your name card via Text message, Picture message, or Bluetooth. • Assign speed dial: allows you to assign a numeric key to the selected phone number. You can set up to 8 speed dial entries and then dial them easily whenever you want, simply by pressing the associated numeric key. Note - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 64
the No soft key. Dialing a Number from Phonebook Once you have stored phone numbers in the Phonebook, you can dial them easily and quickly by using "Finding a Phonebook Entry" on page 58. Speed Dialing Once you have stored phone numbers from your Phonebook list, you can set up to 8 speed dial entries - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 65
Editing a Caller Group 4. Use the Up or Down Navigation key to select the number key to which you wish to assign the speed-dialing number. Select from the 2 to 9 keys, and press the Add soft key. 5. Highlight a number from the list and press the Select soft key or the key. 6. You will receive a - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 66
group, press the Down key to highlight the Ringtone icon. Press the key. The following options are available: • Default melodies: allows you to choose between 11 different melodies. • My downloads: allows you to choose a sound from your Downloaded sounds folder. • Not assigned: removes any sound - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 67
Select soft key or the key to enter your Phonebook. 3. Highlight Management and press the Select soft key or the key. 4. Highlight Copy all to phone and press the Select soft key or the key. 5. After receiving the Sure to copy all? confirmation message, press the Yes soft key. Section - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 68
Note: Options are available for phone entries that are not available when stored to the SIM card. For details see "Storing a Number in the Phone's Memory" on page 54. 64 Section 6 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 69
all of the Phonebook Entries You can delete all your entries from your phone's memory, your SIM card, FDN, or All. Important! Once Phonebook place a check mark by the memory location you want to empty; All, SIM Card, Phone, or FDN, press the key. You can remove the check mark by pressing the key. - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 70
the Options soft key. 7. Highlight the Save option and press the Select soft key or the key. Finding My Own Phone Number This function is a memory aid, which you can use to check your own phone number if you need to do so. You can assign a name to each of your own - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 71
Fixed Dial Number) mode, if supported by your SIM card, allows you to restrict your outgoing calls to a limited set of phone numbers. The FDN List allows service provider. Management The Management menu allows you to select where your contacts will be saved, copy your SIM contacts to your phone, - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 72
option allows you to choose where your contacts will be saved. The following options are available: • Phone: new phonebook contacts will be saved to your phone. Your phone comes with the default set to Phone memory. • SIM Card: new phonebook contacts will be saved to your SIM card. • Ask on saving - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 73
Management mode. 2. Using the Navigation keys, scroll to the Phonebook icon. Press the Select soft key or the key to enter your Phonebook. 3. Highlight Management and press the Select soft key or the key. 4. Select the Memory status option by pressing the Up or Down Navigation key and press the - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 74
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Section 7: Messages Topics Covered • Voice Notes • Text Messages • Picture Messages • Inbox • Sentbox • Outbox • Drafts • Templates • Voice mail • Delete All • Settings • Broadcast Messages • Instant Messaging • Memory Status This section describes how to send or receive different types of messages. - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 76
Types of Messages Your phone provides the following message types: • Voice Notes • Text Messages • Picture Messages • Voice Mail • Broadcast Messages (SIM Dependent) • Instant Messaging Voice Notes In this menu, you - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 77
note and enables you to record another one. • Default destination: allows you to remove or edit the default destination. • Save: saves the Voice note and last 20 destinations you entered. • Phonebook: allows you to enter the phone number you want from your phonebook. • Group: allows you to send the - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 78
(SMS) allows you to send and receive short text messages to and from other mobile phones. In addition, your phone supports the Enhanced Messaging Service (EMS), which enables you to include simple graphics, melodies, and animated images in your messages. To use this feature, you must subscribe - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 79
Text Messages Use the Delete option in each message box to delete obsolete messages. Create new In this menu, you can write and send a text message. Creating a Simple Text Message 1. In Idle mode, press the Menu soft key to access Menu mode. 2. Using the Navigation keys, scroll to the Messages icon. - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 80
you to attach a Name card, Schedule, Anniversary item, Miscellaneous item, or To do item to your message. • Save to drafts: save the message to your Phone or SIM card. • Language select: allows you to set the language to English, French, or Spanish. • Text style: allows you to format the style of - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 81
or the key. Picture Messages This menu allows you to use the Multimedia Message Service. Picture Messaging is a messaging service that provides delivery of personal multimedia messages from phone to phone or from phone to e-mail. In addition to the familiar text content of text messages, multimedia - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 82
from the Internet and voice notes you recorded. This function is available only if it is supported by your service provider. Only phones that offer multimedia messaging features can receive and display multimedia messages. Create new This menu allows you to create a new multimedia message and - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 83
Picture Messages 8. Highlight one of the following options and press the Select soft key or the key. • Images: allows you to select a picture from your Images folder. • Videos: allows you to select a video clip from your Images folder. 9. Select an image or video and press the Options soft key. - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 84
select a number or an address from the last 20 destinations you entered. • Phonebook: allows you to enter the phone number you want from your phonebook. • Phone number: allows you to enter a phone number. • Email address: allows you to send the message to an email address. • My Album: allows you to - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 85
Highlight the Send option and press the Select soft key or the key. Your phone sends the message. Inbox The Inbox stores messages that you have received. You you enter the Inbox, the list of messages displays with the sender's phone numbers, or names, if available in your Phonebook. After you have - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 86
. • Call back: Places a call back to the number. • Delete: deletes the selected text message or all messages. • Move to phone: allows you to move the message from the SIM card to the phone's memory. This option is only available for messages stored in the SIM card. • Sort by: allows you to sort - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 87
. • Forward: allows you to forward the message to another number. • Delete: allows you to delete the message. • Move to phone: allows you to move the message from the SIM card to the phone's memory. This option is displayed only when the message is stored in the SIM card. • Move to SIM card - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 88
Properties: shows you information about the message, such as time and date the message was received, the sender's email address or phone number, recipient's e-mail address or phone number, Cc, message size, priority, and class. 2. Highlight the View option and press the Select soft key or the key to - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 89
: shows you information about the message, such as time and date the message was received, the sender's email address or phone number, recipient's e-mail address or phone number, Cc, message size, priority, and class. Viewing a Voice Note in Inbox 1. Select a Voice Note from the list and press - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 90
and class. Viewing a Push Message in Inbox A Push message is a way of delivering content (e.g. images, ringtones, etc.) to mobile phones that are WAP enabled. With a Push message you don't actually send the content in the text message, you direct the mobile phone where to get it from. 86 Section 7 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 91
allows you to forward the message to another number. • Delete: allows you to delete the selected message or all messages. • Move to phone: allows you to save message to Phone or Sim card. • Save address: allows you to Store to the phonebook, Send text msg., or Send picture msg. • Protection: allows - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 92
This message box stores messages that you have sent. When you enter this menu, the list of messages in the box displays with the recipients' phone numbers or names, if available in your Phonebook. Note: By pressing the Left or Right Navigation keys, you may scroll between Inbox, Sentbox, Outbox, and - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 93
Sentbox 6. To scroll through the contents, press the Up or Down Navigation key. While reading a message, you can choose different options by pressing the Options soft key. Section 7: Messages 89 Section 7 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 94
to send but have not actually been sent yet. When you enter this menu, the list of messages in the box displays with the recipients' phone numbers or names, if available in your Phonebook. Note: By pressing the Left or Right Navigation keys, you may scroll between Inbox, Sentbox, Outbox, and - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 95
Drafts When you enter this menu, the list of messages in the box displays. Note: By pressing the Left or Right Navigation keys, you may scroll between Inbox, Sentbox, Outbox, and Drafts. 1. In Idle mode, press the Menu soft key to access Menu mode. 2. Using the Navigation keys, scroll to the - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 96
template option and press the Select soft key or the key. You can choose between eleven different picture message formats. You can then edit the parts that you choose. Voice Mail This menu provides you with a way of accessing your voice mailbox, if provided by your network. 1. In Idle mode, press - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 97
key. The following options are available: • Call voice mail: before using the Voice Mail feature, you must enter the voice server number obtained from your service provider. You can then select this option and press the Select soft key or the key to listen to your messages. You can also connect - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 98
them. • Reply path: allows the recipient of your message to send you a reply message using your message center, if your network supports this service. • Delivery report: allows you to activate or deactivate the report function. When this function is activated, the network informs you whether or - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 99
phone sends your messages. Receive Settings • Anonymous reject: you can set your phone to automatically reject anonymous messages. • Ads allowed: you can set your phone Broadcast Messages (SIM Dependent) This network service allows you to receive text messages on various topics, such as the - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 100
service and press the Select soft key or the key. 5. Enter the required sign on information such as ID and password and press the OK soft key. Note: The information required for sign on will vary depending on the Instant Messaging provider you are using. 6. Follow the on-screen instructions - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 101
allows you to change your Community settings. • Help: provides help information on Service provider, Sign up, Connect, Contact list, Sending IMs, Receiving IMs, display shows the total space including the used and free space. You can also view how much space is currently occupied by each message - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 102
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Settings Topics Covered • Time & Date Settings • Phone Settings • Display Settings • Sound Settings • Network Services • Bluetooth • Security Settings • Memory Status • Reset Settings This section explains the sound and phone settings for your phone. It includes display settings, security settings - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 104
automatically updates the time and date according to the current time zone using the network service. • Confirm first: the phone asks for a confirmation before the update. • Off: you need to manually set the time and date according to the current time zone using the Set time menu. To change your - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 105
When this option is checked, you can lock your keypad. When you are ready to use your phone, press the Unlock soft key. At the Press unlock then * key prompt, press the key and your phone will be unlocked. The prompt will only appear if the backlight has turned off. Extra settings You can turn - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 106
options are available: • Auto redial: when this option is checked, the phone makes up to ten attempts to redial a phone number after an unsuccessful call. Note: The interval between call attempts varies. available: • Get more wallpapers: allows you to download additional wallpapers from t-zones. 102 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 107
Section 8 Display Settings • Default wallpapers: allows you to choose from a list of wallpapers included with your phone. • My downloads: allows you to choose a photo from your downloaded images folder. • My photos: allows you to choose a photo from My photos folder. To change the background image: - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 108
Section 8 The On setting is how long the keypad backlight is on. You can select 15 seconds, 30 seconds, 1 minute, 3 minutes, or 10 minutes. The Dim option is how much longer after the keypad backlight goes off that the display remains lit. You can select Off, 5 seconds, 15 seconds, 30 seconds, or 1 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 109
name will be displayed on your display when your missed calls are listed. Sound Settings You can customize various sound settings. Incoming call Note: When downloading MegaTones® or HiFi Ringers TM, charges may apply. Section 8: Changing Your Settings 105 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 110
option on the sounds list, you can access the web site preset by T-Mobile and download new HiFi Ringers. Ring tone This menu allows you to select a ring melody : • Melody: the phone rings using the ring melody selected in the Ringtone menu. • Vibration: the phone vibrates but does not ring. 106 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 111
selections. Power on/off This menu allows you to select the melody that the phone sounds when it is switched on and off. To turn off the sound, choose between Vibration and Mute. Extra tones You can customize additional tones for the phone. 1. To turn a given tone on, press the key. A check mark - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 112
following options are available: • Indicative tone: generates a tone whenever a pop-up window appears on the screen. • Minute minder: sets whether or not the phone beeps every minute during an outgoing call to keep you informed of the length of your call. • Connection tone: sets whether or not the - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 113
already on another call. • No reply: calls are forwarded when you do not answer the phone. • Unreachable: calls are forwarded when you are not in an area covered by your service provider or when your phone is switched off. • Cancel all: all call forwarding options are canceled. 2. Select the type of - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 114
press the Select soft key or the key. To enter an international code, press and hold the key until the + sign displays. 6. specific types of incoming and outgoing calls for your phone. This is useful if you allow someone to use your phone for a short period of time. Call waiting This network service - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 115
Network selection The Network Selection feature enables you to automatically or manually select the network used when roaming outside of your home the key. The phone will scan for that network and you will be connected. To change you Default setup: 1. Highlight the Default Setup option and press - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 116
connected to the first available network when roaming. 3. If you select Manual, press the Up or Down Navigation key until the network you want highlights available: • Default: the default setting provided by the network is used. • Hide number: your number does not display on the other person's phone. • Send - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 117
option allows you to search for new Bluetooth devices. Highlight the Search new device option and press the Select soft key or the key. The phone will search for available devices. My visibility This option allows you to turn your visibility to On or Off. Make a selection and press the Select - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 118
specification is a protocol that describes how the short-range wireless technology works, whereas individual profiles describe the services supported by restrict the use of your phone by others and to restrict the types of calls. Various codes and passwords are used to protect the features of your - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 119
have entered a new PIN, you are asked to confirm it by entering it again. Phone lock When the Phone lock feature is enabled, the phone is locked and you must enter the 4- to 8-digit phone password each time the phone is switched on. The password is preset to "00000000" at the factory. To change the - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 120
are asked to confirm it by entering it again. Note: If you change your password, be sure to write it down and keep it in a safe place. If you forget your password, your phone will require service to have it unlocked. Privacy Using this menu, you can lock your media contents, such as picture messages - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 121
password, see "Change password" on page 116. FDN mode FDN (Fixed Dial Number) mode, if supported by your SIM card, allows you to restrict your outgoing calls to a limited set of phone call phone numbers stored in Phonebook. You must enter your PIN2. You can obtain your PIN2 from your service provider - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 122
in Phonebook, in both SIM card and the phone memory. You can also see the capacity of both memories. Reset Settings From this menu you can reset your phone and sound settings to the default settings. The following options are available: • All: Phone, Display, and Sound settings will be returned to - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 123
Section 8 Reset Settings The password is preset to "00000000." To change this password, see "Change password" on page 116. Section 8: Changing Your Settings 119 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 124
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Section 9 Section 9: Fun & Apps Topics Covered • File Manager • Games • Organizer This section outlines the various applications that are available on your phone. Section 9: Fun & Apps 121 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 126
options are available: Get More MegaTones Using the Get More MegaTones option on the sounds list, you can access the web site preset by T-Mobile and download new sounds. Get More HiFi Ringers Using the Get More HiFi Ringers option on the sounds list, you can access the web site preset by - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 127
Section 9 File Manager • Set as: allows you to set the sound as your ring tone, a Caller ringtone, or an alarm tone. • Delete: allows you to delete the selected sound or all sounds. • Rename: allows you to change the name of the sound. • - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 128
following options are available: Get More Wallpapers Using the Get More Wallpapers option, you can access the web site preset by T-Mobile and download new images. Note: when downloading Wallpapers, charges may apply. My Album My Album is a private online picture album that you can use to store and - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 129
send e-mails to invite people to view and comment on your album. See your service provider for more information. Note: When making notes on My Journal, charges may apply. My Downloads This menu allows you to access your downloaded images. Scroll to the image you want to view. By pressing the Options - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 130
menu you can review the photos you've : allows you to send the picture via Picture message or Bluetooth. • Default destination: allows you to Remove or Replace where your photos are sent after can view a list of videos downloaded from the web server or received in multimedia messages. The following - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 131
pressing the Options soft key you can access the following options: Note: when downloading videos, charges may apply. • Play: plays the video. • Send via: size, length, quality, and protection. My Videos In this menu you can review the photos you've taken. Highlight a video and press the Options soft - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 132
, Images, Videos, and Sounds. Games You can download MIDlets (Java applications that run on mobile phones) from various sources using t-zones and store them in your phone. When you access the Games menu, the list of default games appears. Once you have downloaded games, they are added to the list - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 133
, perform unit conversions, set a timer, and use a stopwatch. Alarm This feature allows you to: • set up to 3 alarms to ring at specified times. • set the phone to switch on automatically and ring the alarm even if the - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 134
at the specified time even if the phone is turned off. If the option is set to Off and the phone is switched off at the specified time, or Down Navigation key to highlight a default alarm melody. Or, press the Right navigation key to display a list of downloaded sounds that you may choose from. 8. - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 135
9. Press the key to return to Idle mode. Organizer Section 9 Note: Your phone is preset to a 12-hour format. To change the time format, see "Time & Date Settings" on page 100. 10. To stop the alarm when it - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 136
Section 9 Miscellaneous items The number of entries next to each icon reflects the number of entries for the selected day on the calendar. The following options are available when you press the Options soft key: • View: takes you to the Day view of the selected day. • Create: allows you to create a - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 137
Section 9 Organizer • Delete: allows you to delete all events for a selected date, or delete all events for preceding dates. You can also delete all events. Day view When you select this option, you are taken to the Day view of the selected day with any events listed. The following options are - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 138
Section 9 Your information is saved to the Schedule. Anniversary This option allows you to record Anniversaries in your calendar. You can also set an alarm to remind you of important anniversaries. 1. Highlight the Anniversary option and press the Select soft key or the key. 2. Press the Options - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 139
Section 9 Organizer 5. Continue to enter other information including Details, Start date, Start time, AM/PM, End date, End time, AM/ PM, Alarm, time before, and Alarm tone. 6. When you are finished, press the Save soft key. Your Miscellaneous information is saved to the Calendar. To do This feature - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 140
Section 9 key. 2. Press the Options soft key. 3. Highlight the Done option and press the Select soft key or the key. 4. The status checkbox next to the To do item will be checked. 5. To edit other fields in the To do item, highlight the item and press the key. 6. Press the Options soft key. 7. - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 141
Section 9 Organizer The event will be removed from the Missed alarm events menu. Memo You can make up to 50 memos for the calendar. Writing a Memo: 1. Highlight the Memo option and press the Select soft key or the key. 2. Press the Options soft key. 3. Highlight the Create option and press the - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 142
Section 9 or the key. 2. Highlight a memo and press the Options soft key or the key. 3. Highlight the Edit option and press the Select soft key or the key. The memo displays to allow you to edit your memo. 4. To save your memo, press the Options soft key. Note: For further details about how to - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 143
Organizer Calculator With this feature, you can use the phone as a calculator. The calculator provides the basic Section 9 World Time This feature allows you to find out what time it is another part of world, using the Left and Right Navigation keys. There are two time lines available. - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 144
. Press the key again to stop the timer. Stopwatch This feature allows you to use a stopwatch. Press the key to start the stopwatch. Press the Reset soft key to erase 140 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 145
all stopwatch times recorded. Press the time. You can have up to 4 lap times. Organizer key for the lap Section 9 Section 9: Fun & Apps 141 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 146
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• Take and Send • Record Video • My Photos • My Videos • My Album • My Journal This section explains how to use the camera and camcorder on your phone. You can take photos and video clips using the built-in camera and camcorder. Section 10: Camera and Camcorder 143 Section 10 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 148
the Camera and Camcorder Using the camera/camcorder module in your phone, you can take photos or video clips of people or may appear on the photo. 1. In Idle mode, press the key on the right side of the phone to turn on the camera. You can also press the Menu soft key to access Menu mode. Using - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 149
the Yes soft key if you want to send the photo to your T-Mobile My Album service. The phone's default destination is set to My Album. The photo is automatically saved in My Photos in the phone. Note: To change the default destination for your pictures, press the Options soft key when Send To: My - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 150
• Single shot: allows you to take a photo in the normal mode. • Multi shot: allows you to take a series of action stills. Select the capture speed, High Speed or Normal Speed, and the number of photos the camera will take.When you press the key, the camera takes photos successively. • Night shot: - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 151
ISO value is a number indicating the digital camera sensors sensitivity to light. In bright light, set the ISO value lower. • Default name: allows you to change the default name assigned to your photo. Camera Shortcut: shows you how to change options using your keypad in capture mode. The following - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 152
Record Video Your camcorder produces videos in 3GP format. 1. In Idle mode, press the key on the right side of the phone to turn on the camera. Press the key to toggle from camera to camcorder. You can also press the Menu soft key to access Menu - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 153
Zoom sound: allows you to turn zoom sound On or Off. • Brightness sound: allows you to turn brightness sound On or Off. • Default name: allows you to change the default name assigned to your video. Camcorder Short Cut: shows you how to change options using your keypad in capture mode. The following - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 154
the Select soft key or the key. 4. Select My photos and press the Select soft key or the key. When you access this menu, your phone displays the 150 Section 10 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 155
Album: allows you to send your photos to My Album. • Send via: allows you to create and send a photo in a picture message or by Bluetooth. • Default destination: allows you to Remove or Replace where your photos are sent after you take them. • Set as: allows you to set the photo as - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 156
the Select soft key or the key. 4. Select My videos and press the Select soft key or the key. When you access this menu, your phone displays the video clips in Thumbnail mode, which shows them as small images. Use the Navigation keys to scroll through the video clips. 5. To view - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 157
to use the following options: • Play: allows you to play the video clip on your display. • Send via: allows you to send the video as part of a Picture message or Bluetooth. • Delete: allows you to delete the selected video clip or delete all video clips. • Rename: allows you to change the - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 158
the Select soft key or the key. 4. Select My Album and press the Select soft key or the key. The browser is launched and the T-Mobile Web page displays. 5. Scroll down to the My Album link and press the Select soft key or the key. 6. Select the My Albums Menu link - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 159
and Weblog. Keep it private to store your personal memories, or send e-mails to invite people to view and comment on your album. See your service provider for more information. Note: When accessing My Journal, charges may apply. Section 10: Camera and Camcorder 155 Section 10 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 160
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Section 11: t-zones Topics Covered • t-zones This section outlines the t-zones service on your phone. For more information, contact T-Mobile. Section 11: t-zones 157 Section 11 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 162
to enter the menu. The following options are available: Home Selecting this menu connects the phone to the network and loads the t-zones homepage. The content of the t-zones startup homepage depends on your Wireless Web service provider. To scroll through the screen, use the Up and Down keys. To go - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 163
. The following modes are available: • Upper-case character mode (A): allows you to enter upper- case English characters. • Lower-case character mode (a): allows you to enter lower- case English characters. Note: You can enter symbols in upper-case or lower-case character mode by pressing the key - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 164
t-zones. The following options are available: • Go to URL: allows you to manually enter the URL address of a Web page. After entering an address, press the takes you back at any time to the home page of the Wireless Web service provider. • Back: takes you back to the previous web browser screen. • - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 165
can select the favorite item and press the key. Your browser will take you to the site. Go to URL This menu allows you to manually enter the URL address of a web site that you wish to access. For further details about entering characters, see page 45. Section 11: t-zones 161 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 166
Clear Cache You can clear the information stored in the cache, which is the phone's temporary memory which stores the most recently accessed Web pages. Press the Yes soft key to confirm the deletion. Otherwise, press the No soft key. 162 Section 11 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 167
Information • Product Performance • Availability of Various Features/Ring Tones • Battery Standby and Talk Time • Battery Precautions • Care and Maintenance This section outlines the safety precautions associated with using your phone. These safety precautions should be followed to safely use your - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 168
from industry, government, and academia after extensive reviews of the scientific literature related to the biological effects of RF energy. The exposure limit set by the FCC for wireless mobile phones employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR). The SAR is a measure - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 169
and that positions the handset a minimum of 1.5 cm from the body. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines. The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this mobile phone with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF exposure - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 170
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 on the website and it should provide values for typical or maximum SAR for a particular phone. Additional product specific - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 171
includes the following information: What kinds of phones are the subject of this update? The term wireless phone refers here to hand-held wireless phones with built-in antennas, often called "cell," "mobile," or "PCS" phones. These types of wireless phones can expose the user to measurable radio - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 172
findings have not been confirmed by additional research. In some cases, other researchers have had difficulty in reproducing those studies, or the safety of wireless phones? Under the law, FDA does not review the safety of radiation-emitting consumer products such as wireless phones before they can - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 173
Section 12 Consumer Information on Wireless Phones • Support needed research into possible biological effects of RF of the type emitted by wireless phones; • Design wireless phones in a way that minimizes any RF exposure to the user that is not necessary for device function; and • Cooperate in - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 174
exposed the animals to RF for up to 22 hours per day. These conditions are not similar to the conditions under which people use wireless phones, so we don't know with certainty what the results of such studies mean for human health. Three large epidemiology studies have been published since December - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 175
day-to-day use of wireless phones. Many factors affect this measurement, such as the angle at which the phone is held, or which model of phone is used. What is FDA to find out more about the possible health effects of wireless phone RF? FDA is working with the U.S. National Toxicology Program and - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 176
research will include both laboratory studies and studies of wireless phone users. The CRADA will also include a broad assessment of . What steps can I take to reduce my exposure to radio frequency energy from my wireless phone? If there is a risk from these products - and at this point we do not - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 177
to lower exposure to radio frequency energy (RF), the measures described above would apply to children and teenagers using wireless phones. Reducing the time of wireless phone use and increasing the distance between the user and the RF source will reduce RF exposure. Some groups sponsored by other - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 178
to shield the user from RF absorption use special phone cases, while others involve nothing more than a metallic accessory attached to the phone. Studies have shown that these products generally do not work as advertised. Unlike "hand-free" kits, these so-called "shields" may interfere with proper - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 179
energy (RF) from wireless phones can interact with some electronic devices. For this reason, FDA helped develop a detailed test method to measure electromagnetic interference (EMI) of implanted cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators from wireless telephones. This test method is now part of a standard - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 180
12 FDA continues to monitor the use of wireless phones for possible interactions with other medical devices. Should harmful interference be found to occur, FDA will conduct testing to assess the interference and work to resolve the problem. Additional information on the safety of RF exposures from - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 181
wireless phone behind the wheel of a car, practice good common sense and remember the following tips: 1. Get to know your wireless phone and its phone with one of the many hands free accessories available today. 3. Position your wireless phone within easy reach. Be able to access your wireless phone - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 182
to call for help. Dial 9-1-1 or other local emergency number in the case of fire, traffic accident or medical emergencies. Remember, it is a free call on your wireless phone! 9. Use your wireless phone to help others in emergencies. If you see an auto accident, crime in progress or other serious - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 183
it, or when it may cause interference or danger. When connecting the phone or any accessory to another device, read its user's guide for detailed safety instructions. Do not connect incompatible products. As with other mobile radio transmitting equipment, users are advised that for the satisfactory - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 184
from external RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information. Switch your phone 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 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 185
a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Users are advised to switch the phone off while at a refueling point (service station). Users are reminded of the need to observe - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 186
adequate signal strength. Emergency calls may not be possible on all wireless phone networks or when certain network services and/or phone features are in use. Check with local service providers. To make an emergency call: 1. If the phone is not on, switch it on. 2. Key in the emergency number for - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 187
batteries, antennas and chargers. The use of any unauthorized accessories may be dangerous and void the phone warranty if said accessories cause damage or a defect to the phone. Although your phone should service the phone or install the phone in a vehicle. Faulty installation or service may be - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 188
explosive materials in the same compartment as the phone, its parts or accessories. • For vehicles equipped with an air bag phone in aircraft is illegal and may be dangerous to the aircraft's operation. • Failure to observe these instructions may lead to the suspension or denial of telephone services - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 189
power can range from 0.006 watts to 0.2 watts in digital mode. Maintaining Your Phone's Peak Performance For the best care of your phone, only authorized personnel should service your phone and accessories. Faulty service may void the warranty. There are several simple guidelines to operating your - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 190
usage patterns. Battery Precautions • Avoid dropping the cell phone. Dropping it, especially on a hard surface, can potentially cause damage to the phone and battery. If you suspect damage to the phone or battery, take it to a service center for inspection. • Never use any charger or battery that is - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 191
your battery only with Samsung-approved chargers. When a charger is not in use, disconnect it from the power source. Do not leave the battery connected to a charger for more than a week, since overcharging may shorten its life. • Do not use incompatible cell phone batteries and chargers. Some - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 192
batteries, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service center. Always recycle. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. Care and Maintenance Your phone years. • Keep the phone and all its parts and accessories out of the reach of small children. • Keep the phone dry. Precipitation, humidity and - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 193
replacement antenna. Unauthorized antennas or modified accessories may damage the phone and violate regulations governing radio devices. • 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 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 194
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Section 13 Section 13: Warranty Information Topics Covered • Standard Limited Warranty Section 13: Warranty Information 191 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 196
SAMSUNG's Phones and accessories ("Products") are free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for the period commencing upon the date of purchase and continuing for the following specified period of time after that date: Section 13 Phone Batteries Leather Case part - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 197
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, or (iii) the battery has been used in equipment other than the SAMSUNG phone for - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 198
whichever is longer. All replaced parts, components, boards and equipment shall become the property of SAMSUNG. If SAMSUNG determines that any Product is not OF ANY LAW, RULE, SPECIFICATION OR CONTRACT PERTAINING THERETO. NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN 194 - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 199
LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE FROM ANY TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR GROSS NEGLIGENCE) OR FAULT COMMITTED BY SAMSUNG, ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES, OR FOR ANY BREACH OF CONTRACT OR - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 200
Section 13 WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS PERMITS. THE PARTIES UNDERSTAND THAT THE PURCHASER MAY USE THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE PRODUCT. SAMSUNG MAKES NO WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS AND THERE ARE NO CONDITIONS, EXPRESS - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 201
East Lookout Drive Richardson, Texas 75082 Phone: 1-800-SAMSUNG Phone: 1-888-987-HELP (4357) ©2006 Samsung Telecommunications America. All rights reserved. No reproduction in whole or in part allowed without prior written approval. Specifications and availability subject to change without notice - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 202
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calls 26 Outgoing calls 27 Call Waiting 33, 110 Caller ID 112 Camcorder 143 recording video 148 Camera 143 taking photos 144 Change password 116 Charging battery 7 D Dialing a Number Phonebook 60 SIM Card 63 Dialing display 104 Display 19 backlight 18 icons 17 DTMF 32 E Entering Text 45 Changing the - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 204
19 Get more ringtones 105 Getting Started 5 Activating Your Phone 6 Voicemail 10 H Health and Safety Information 163 HiFi Ringers 106, 122 I Icons, description 17 Instant Messaging 96 International Call 22 K Keypad Tone 107 L Low battery Network Services Call Barring 110 Call Forwarding - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 205
change 115 check 115 Privacy 116 Push message viewing in Inbox 86 R Reset settings 118 Ring Volume 106 S Safe Use of your phone 166 Security 114 Sentbox 88 Settings 99 Bluetooth 112 Display 102 Network Services 109 Phone 101 Reset 118 Security 114 Sound 105 Time & Date 100 Shortcuts 38 Silent mode - Samsung T509 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 206
adapter 7 t-zones 158 Entering Text 159 Exiting 158 Navigating 159 U Understanding Your Phone 13 Features of Your Phone 14 View of Your Phone 14 Understanding Your Phonebook 53 Finding a Phonebook Entry 58 Finding My Phone Number 66 V Voice Mail 10, 92 changing number 11 Voice Messages 72 Voice
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