Samsung SGH-I550W User Manual

SGH-i550WUser’s Guide

Safety and usage information8• Avoid using the device’s camera flash or light close to the eyes of children or animals.• Your device and memory cards

989TroubleshootingIf you have trouble with your device, try these procedures before you contact a service professional.Contacting a service centreIf y

99TroubleshootingYour device does not show a signal (no bars next to the network icon)• If you just turned on the device, wait about 2 minutes for you

Troubleshooting100Your display shows white linesThe display may show white lines if you have turned the device on after a long period of disuse or if

101TroubleshootingThe battery does not charge properly or sometimes your device turns itself off while charging• Disconnect the device from the charge

Troubleshooting102You cannot find a Bluetooth-enabled device• Ensure that both devices have activated the Bluetooth feature.• Ensure that the distance

103Indexactivation keys, 80Adobe Reader, 53applicationschanging options, 78installing, 77supported, 77verifying certificates, 77Bluetoothactivating, 6

Index104contactsassigning default numbers or addresses, 48assigning ringtones, 49assigning speed dial numbers, 48creating contact cards, 46creating co

105Indexmediaaccessing streaming content, 40, 44opening files in Gallery, 39playing Flash files, 43playing media files, 39, 43playing voice clips, 44r

Index106security, 88standby mode, 85tones, 86Video Editor, 40Voice Signal, 71Wi-Fi see WLANWLANconnecting to wireless network, 57viewing network detai

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9Safety and usage information• Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use.• Use batteries only for their intended purpose.Handle SIM cards

* Depending on the software installed or your service provider or country, some of the descriptions in the guide may not match your phone exactly.* De

Safety and usage information10During testing, the maximum SAR recorded for this model was 0.679 watts per kilogram. In normal use, the actual SAR is l

111CommunicationYour device allows you to send and receive many types of calls and messages over cellular networks and the internet.CallsLearn to use

Communication12Insert a pauseWhen calling automated systems, you can insert a pause between the phone number and another set of numbers. To insert a p

13CommunicationDivert callsYour service provider or network may or may not support this feature. To direct your incoming calls to another number,1. In

Communication14MessagesLearn to use messaging functions. For instructions on entering text, see the Quick Start Guide. For an explanation of options,

15CommunicationInbox iconsIn the Inbox, you may see the following icons next to your messages:Outbox statusWhen you are outside your service area or h

Communication16•Failed: the device has attempted to send the message multiple times, but has failedText messagesSend a text message1. In Standby mode,

17Communication3. Press <Options> → Copy → Inbox or a folder.You can now view the messages from the folder on your device.Multimedia messagesBef

Using this guideThis user’s guide has been specially designed to guide you through the functions and features of your device. To get started quickly,

Communication184. Scroll down and enter text.5. To insert an existing multimedia object, press <Options> → Insert object → an object type. To cr

19CommunicationListen to voice mailIf your voice mail number is preset by your service provider, you can press and hold [1] to access your voice mail.

Communication20Send an email message1. In Standby mode, press [ ] → Messaging → New message → E-mail.2. Enter an email address or press the trackball

21CommunicationTo view new messages offline,1. Repeat steps 1-3 above.2. Press <Options> → Disconnect.View or save email attachmentsTo view an a

Communication22To delete a message from both from device and the mail server,1. In Standby mode, press [ ] → Messaging → your mailbox.2. Scroll to an

23Communication4. To log out, press <Options> → Log out.Start a conversation1. In Standby mode, press [ ] → Connectivity → IM → Conversations.2.

Communication24Add IM contactsYou can save IM contact information by pressing <Options> → Add to IM contacts during a conversation. You can also

25CommunicationSend an audio message1. In Standby mode, press [ ] → Messaging → New message → Audio message.2. Press <Options> → Add recipient.3

Communication262. Press <Options> → Topic → Add manually.3. Enter the topic name and number, and then press <OK>.Subscribe to a cell broad

27CommunicationSmart messagesYour device can receive many kinds of smart messages, including picture messages, business cards, ringtones, operator log

Copyrights and trademarksRights to all technologies and products that comprise this device are the property of their respective owners:• This product

Communication28• E-mail settings: select SaveYou may also receive an E-mail notification, which tells you how many new emails are in your remote mailb

29CommunicationErase recent call logsYou can erase all recent call logs at once, erase a single call log, or delete a single number from a log. To era

Communication30Communication logYou can view communication details and filter logs with the communication log. View the communication log1. In Standby

31CommunicationCommunication optionsText message optionsFrom the Messaging menu, press <Options> → Settings → Text message to change the followi

Communication32Multimedia message optionsFrom the Messaging menu, press <Options> → Settings → Multimedia message to change the following option

33CommunicationConnection settings• Incoming e-mail: set options for incoming email• Outgoing e-mail: set options for outgoing emailUser settings• My

Communication34Service message optionsFrom the Messaging menu, press <Options> → Settings → Service message to change the following options:•Ser

352MediaLearn to use the media applications on your device: Music player, Camera, Gallery, Video Editor, Flash Player, RealPlayer, Recorder, and PC St

Media363. Press <Options> → Update Music library.4. Scroll to a playlist.5. Press <Options> → Play.6. Use the following during playback:Yo

37Media4. Enter a name for the playlist and press the trackball.5. Scroll to the new playlist and press the trackball.6. Press <Options> → Add t

2ContentsSafety and usage information ... 4Communication ... 11Calls ... 11Messag

Media38View a photo1. In Standby mode, press [ ] → Media → Gallery → Images. 2. Scroll to an image and press the trackball.Record a video1. In Standby

39MediaPlay a video1. In Standby mode, press [ ] → Media → Gallery → Video clips.2. Scroll to a video and press the trackball.GalleryYou can manage al

Media40Add a streaming internet link to the Gallery1. In Standby mode, press [ ] → Media → Gallery.2. Scroll to the Streaming links folder and press t

41Media• Press <Start> at the point where you want the new video to begin.• Press <End> at the point where you want the new video to end.5

Media42Make a slideshowYou can combine photos to make a slideshow with your favourite photos.1. In Standby mode, press [ ] → Media → Video Editor → Ma

43Media2. Select the photos and videos you want and press <Done>.You can use the same options as when making a photo movie. See the previous sec

Media44Play streaming web content with RealPlayerWhen you open a link to streaming web content via your web browser, RealPlayer will buffer and play t

45Media3. Scroll to a voice clip and press the trackball.The playback begins automatically.4. Follow the onscreen guide to control the playback.PC Stu

463Personal ProductivityLearn to manage contacts, schedule calendar events, create notes, and use QuickOffice and Adobe® Reader®.ContactsLearn to use

47Personal Productivity3. Press <Options> → New SIM contact.4. Enter contact information.5. When you are finished entering information, press &l

3ContentsConnectivity ... 61Use the Bluetooth wireless feature . 61Connect via USB ... 64Synchronis

Personal Productivity48Set a default number or addressSome contact cards may include more than one number or address. To assign a single number or add

49Personal ProductivityAssign a ringtone to a contact card or groupYou can assign a ringtone to any contact card or group. To assign a ringtone,1. In

Personal Productivity505. Scroll to your new group and press the trackball to open it.6. Press <Options> → Add members.7. Scroll to each contact

51Personal Productivity• Anniversary - an annual reminder of a special date• To-do - a note about a particular task 3. Complete the fields and adjust

Personal Productivity52•Week starts on: set a day to show first in week view•Week view title: set the title of the week view to a week number or dateQ

53Personal ProductivityUpdate QuickofficeWith Quickmanager, you can download program updates, new Quickoffice products, or special offers.To update Qu

Personal Productivity54NotesWith Notes, you can create text notes and sync them with other devices.Create a note1. In Standby mode, press [ ] → Organi

554WebYour device allows you to connect to the wireless web with the built-in web browser. To connect to the web, you must:• Subscribe to a wireless n

Web564. To close the web connection, press <Exit>.While browsing, press <Options> to access the following:•Go to web address: move to the

57WebConnect to a wireless LAN (WLAN)To create a new access point connection for a WLAN:1. In Standby mode, press [ ] → Settings → Connection → Access

4Safety and usage informationComply with the following precautions to avoid dangerous or illegal situations and ensure peak performance of your device

Web583. If necessary, select Search for WLAN to select from all available WLANs.4. Enter your password (if necessary).Change browser settingsFrom the

59WebSave a web page and view it offlineWhen you save a web page, you can view a copy of it offline without connecting to the web. The saved copy will

Web60Download files from the webWhen you download files from the web, your device stores them in a corresponding folder in the Gallery. For example, y

615ConnectivityLearn to transfer data to and from your device via the Bluetooth wireless feature or the PC data cable.Use the Bluetooth wireless featu

Connectivity623. Press <Options> → New paired device.Your device searches for and displays a list of Bluetooth-enabled devices:4. Scroll to a de

63Connectivity•Assign short name: set a short name for a paired device•Set as authorised/Set as unauthorised: set to allow another device to connect a

Connectivity64Activate Remote SIM modeTo use Remote SIM mode with a compatible hands-free car kit,1. Connect to your device from an authorised hands-f

65ConnectivityUse PC Studio1. Change the USB connection to PC Studio. 2. Connect your device to a computer with the PC data cable.3. Run PC Studio and

Connectivity664. Select Open folder to view files when a pop-up window appears on your PC.5. Copy files from the PC to the memory card.6. When you are

67ConnectivitySynchronise data1. Connect your device to another Bluetooth-enabled wireless device (see "Search for and pair with a Bluetooth-enab

5Safety and usage information• Never place batteries or phones on or in heating devices, such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may

686Additional ProgramsLearn to use the Calculator, Clock, Converter, Voice Signal, GPS data, and Landmarks.CalculatorTo use the calculator,1. In Stand

69Additional Programs2. Press <Options> → Settings (see "Date and time," X 87).Set a new alarm1. In Standby mode, press [ ] → Organise

Additional Programs70ConverterWith Converter, you can convert measurements or currencies from one unit to another. To convert currencies, you must fir

71Additional ProgramsConvert currencies1. In Standby mode, press [ ] → Organiser → Converter.2. Scroll right until the type shows Currency.3. Scroll d

Additional Programs72Use name dialling1. In Standby mode, press [ ] → Tools → Voice Signal. You will hear, “Say a command.” 2. After a beep, say “Call

73Additional ProgramsOpen applications by voice1. In Standby mode, press [ ] → Tools → Voice Signal. You will hear, “Say a command.” 2. Say “Open” and

Additional Programs743. Scroll to a positioning method (Integrated GPS, Bluetooth GPS, or Network based) and press <Options> → Enable.Navigate w

75Additional ProgramsMonitor trip details1. In Standby mode, press [ ] → Tools → GPS data.2. Scroll to Trip distance and press the trackball.3. Press

767ManagersLearn to manage files, applications, device configurations, activation keys, and connections.File managerWith File manager, you can search

77Managers3. Scroll to a folder and press the trackball.4. If necessary, scroll to a subfolder and press the trackball.5. Press the trackball.Applicat

Safety and usage information6Safety precautionsDrive safely at all timesAvoid using your device while driving and obey all regulations that restrict t

Managers78Change installation optionsFrom the Application manager menu, press <Options> → Settings to access the following:•Software installatio

79Managers• Server ID: set the ID of the remote server• Server password: set the password that must be used by the device manager to sync your device•

Managers80Activation key managerWhen you download digital content, you may need to purchase an activation key from the website that allows you to acce

81ManagersMemory card managerWith Memory card manager, you can back up and restore data, protect a memory card with a password, or view memory details

Managers82Protect a memory card with a password1. In Standby mode, press [ ] → Organiser → Memory.2. Press <Options> → Set password.3. Enter and

83Managers2. Scroll to a connection and press <Options> → Details to access the following:• Name: the current access point or modem (if using a

Managers842. Scroll to a network and press <Options> → Details to access the following:• Network: the network name• Signal: the signal strength•

858SettingsLearn about your device settings. To access your device settings, 1. In Standby mode, press [ ] → Settings.2. Scroll to a category (General

Settings86•Active standby apps. - set the application shortcuts to show in Standby modeTones•Ringing tone - set a ringtone for incoming voice calls•Vi

87SettingsDate and timeControl the appearance and behavior of the date, time, and alarms.•Time - set the current time (press [C] to switch between am

7Safety and usage informationProtect batteries and chargers from damage• Avoid exposing batteries to very cold or very hot temperatures (below 0° C/32

Settings88SecuritySet security codes and manage security certificates or security modules.Phone and SIM card•PIN code request - set the device to requ

89Settings•Online certif. check - set the device to check the certificate against a list of revoked certificates•VPN - set the device to verify VPN co

Settings90Phone settingsCallControl how your device handles calls with caller ID, call waiting, speed dial, and other call settings.•Send my caller ID

91SettingsCall divertDirect incoming calls to another number. When you divert calls, you must specify a receiving number or delay time for diverted ca

Settings92•Incoming calls when abroad - set to prevent incoming calls when you are outside your home service areaNetworkControl network modes and sele

93SettingsUSBControl how your device behaves when you connect it to a computer.•USB mode - set to Media player (when synchronising with Windows Media

Settings94If you select Wireless LAN for the data transmission type, edit the following settings:•WLAN network name - set a name for a WLAN network•WL

95SettingsPacket dataControl packet data connections when using a GPRS network.•Packet data connection - set to open a packet data connection, When ne

Settings96Streaming (Proxy)•Use proxy - set to use a proxy server•Proxy server address - set the address of a proxy server•Proxy port number - set the

97SettingsVideo•Length - set to capture short or maximum length videos•Video resolution - set a resolution for new videos•Default video name - set a d