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User Manual
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Table of Contents

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Summary

Intellectual Property

Open Source Software

Information on software components covered under various open source licenses.

Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion of Liability

Details the warranty terms and limitations of liability for the product.

Modification of Software

Section 6: Managing Your Contacts

Contacts Settings

Configure contact settings, including business card, save destination, and view options.

Adding a New Contact

Procedure for storing new contact information on the phone or SIM card.

Section 7: Camera

Using the Camera

Instructions on accessing and using the camera application.

Camera Options

Details various camera settings like mode, quality, and effects.

Section 8: My Folder

Creating a New Folder

Step-by-step guide to creating new folders for organizing files.

Memory Card Settings

Manage memory card details, format, rename, or adjust Bluetooth visibility.

Section 9: Browser

Browser

Introduction to the phone's WAP browser for web access.

Browser Settings

Configure browser settings for cache, cookies, and preferences.

Section 10: Applications

Calls

Information on accessing call features and functions.

Contacts

Guide to managing contact entries and phone numbers.

Messaging

Instructions for sending and receiving text and multimedia messages.

Calendar

Using the calendar feature to manage events and appointments.

Section 11: Changing Your Settings

Sound Profile

Customize notification sounds for calls, messages, and alarms.

Display

Adjust display settings including wallpaper, theme, and lighting.

Phone Settings

Configure phone-specific settings like language, security, and auto lock.

Section 12: Health and Safety Information

Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals

Information on RF energy exposure from mobile devices and health.

Smart Practices While Driving

Guidelines for safe mobile device usage while operating a vehicle.

Battery Use and Safety

Important instructions for handling and storing batteries safely.

Section 13: Warranty Information

Standard Limited Warranty

Details coverage, duration, and limitations of the product warranty.

Section 1: Getting Started

Understanding this User Manual

Guide on how to use the manual and understand its structure.

Special Text

Explanation of special text conventions used in the manual.

Battery Cover

SIM Card Overview

Battery

Installing the Battery

Step-by-step instructions for inserting the battery into the phone.

Charging a Battery

Installing the Memory Card

Switching the Phone On or Off

Locking and Unlocking the Screen

Setting Up Your Voice Mail

Section 2: Understanding Your Phone

Features

Overview of the phone's key features and capabilities.

Display

Front View Keypad Labels

QWERTY Keypad

Description of the QWERTY keypad layout and usage.

Other Keypad Labels

Power On;Off (END) key

Function of the power on/off key for device operation.

Side Views

Back View

Display Layout

Icons

Backlight

Menu Navigation

Accessing a Menu

Steps to navigate through the phone's menus and sub-menus.

Go to Menu

Section 3: Call Functions

Making a Call

Instructions for dialing phone numbers.

Making a Call Using Speed Dial

Answering a Call

Placing a Call on Hold

In-Call Options

Using the Speakerphone During an Active Call

Recent Calls

Viewing All Calls

Viewing Missed Calls

Saving a Missed Call to your Address Book

Call Waiting

3-Way Calling (Multi-Party Calling)

Section 4: Entering Text

Using the QWERTY Keypad

Guide to using the phone's QWERTY keyboard for text input.

Text Entry Function Keys

Changing the Text Input Mode

Using T9 Predictive Text

Explanation of T9 predictive text input method.

Add a New Word into the T9 Dictionary

Section 5: Messages

Creating and Sending Messages

Instructions for composing and sending text and multimedia messages.

Attaching Business Card to a Message

Viewing New Received Messages

Using Message Options

Deleting Messages

Messages Settings

Multimedia Message Settings

Configure settings for multimedia messages like priority and expiration.

Multimedia Message Options

Voicemail

Using Email

Section 6: Managing Your Contacts

Contacts Settings

Configure contact settings, business card, save destination, and view options.

Adding a New Contact

Procedure for storing new contact information on the phone or SIM card.

Adding More Fields to a Number

Saving a Number After a Call Has Ended

Adding Pauses to Contact Numbers

Using Contacts

Contacts Entry Options

Options for managing contacts: view, edit, delete, send, etc.

Finding My Own Phone Number

FDN Mode

Group Settings

Creating a New Group

Steps to create a new contact group and assign settings.

Adding Speed Dial Entries

Managing Contacts Entries

Copying an Entry to the SIM Card

Procedure to copy contact entries from phone to SIM card.

Deleting an Contacts Entry

Deleting all entries from the SIM

Steps to remove all contacts stored on the SIM card.

Section 7: Camera

Using the Camera

Instructions on accessing and using the camera application.

Camera Options

Camera;Camcorder Mode

Switch between camera and camcorder modes.

Shooting mode

Select shooting modes like Single, Continuous, Panorama, Smile shot.

Mosaic

Take multiple photos and group them into a single final photo.

Frame

Choose a custom frame border for your image.

Night Mode

Enable or disable night mode for better pictures at night.

Camera Resolution

Set the image size for photos.

White Balance

Adjust white balance settings for different lighting conditions.

Metering

Set how the camera measures light.

Effects

Apply color tone or special effects to photos or videos.

Settings: Photo tab

Configure photo settings like quality.

Settings: Setup tab

Configure setup options like review screen and shutter sound.

Image Features

Pictures;Videos Folder Options

Editing a Photo

Using the Camcorder

Shooting Video

Instructions for recording, viewing, and sending videos.

Camcorder Options

Accessing the Video Folder

Section 8: My Folder

Creating a New Folder

Steps to create new folders for organizing files.

Memory Card Settings

Manage memory card details, format, rename, or adjust Bluetooth visibility.

Audio

Tones

Shop, download, and save ringtones and other audio files.

Pictures

Accessing the Pictures menu option

Instructions to access and view pictures stored on the phone.

Editing Images

Video

Video Options

Used Space

Section 9: Browser

Browser

Introduction to the phone's WAP browser for web access.

Browser Settings

Enter a URL

Section 10: Applications

Calls

Information on accessing call features and functions.

Creating a New Event

Viewing an Event

Music

Music Options

Configure music playback options like shuffle, repeat, and sound effects.

Playing Music while Using the Phone

Using Playlists

Creating a Playlist

Steps to create and manage playlists for music.

Removing songs from a Playlist

MetroWEB

Wi-Fi

Activating Wi-Fi

Instructions to turn on and enable Wi-Fi functionality.

Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network

Steps to connect the phone to available Wi-Fi networks.

Tools

Voice Services

Information on using voice recognition for phone commands.

Voice Recognition

Voice Recognition Tips

Tips for effective use of voice recognition commands.

Record Audio

Alarms

Setting Auto Power-up Alarms

Calendar

Tasks

Calculator

Eco Calculator

Converter

Currency Conversion

Perform currency conversions.

World Clock

Adding Another Time Zone

Steps to add and view times in different global regions.

Timer

Stopwatch

Section 11: Changing Your Settings

Sound Profile

Customize notification sounds for calls, messages, and alarms.

Editing the Normal - Call Profile

Editing the Normal - Phone Profile

Display

Light Settings

Adjust display brightness and backlight time.

Adjusting Light Settings

Phone Settings

Language Settings

Select display and input language for the phone.

Security

Lock Phone

Enable phone lock feature to require a password on startup.

Lock Applications

Set FDN Mode

Change Phone Password

APN Control

Reset Phone

Restore Phone

Calls Settings

Adjusting the General Call Settings

Configure general call settings like caller ID and call answer.

Adjusting the Voice Call Settings

Connectivity

Bluetooth

Manage Bluetooth settings, activation, and discoverability.

My Devices

Network Selection

Configuring Your Phone’s USB Settings

Applications Settings

Calendar Settings

Configure calendar starting day and default view.

Music Player Configuration

Record Audio Configuration

Memory Management

Clear Memory

Delete data from phone memory for various applications.

Software Update

Section 12: Health and Safety Information

Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals

Information on RF energy exposure from mobile devices and health.

Interphone Study

Cell Phone Industry Actions

Reducing Exposure: Hands-Free Kits and Other Accessories

Hands-Free Kits

Information on using hands-free kits to reduce RF exposure.

Children and Cell Phones

Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Certification Information

FCC Part 15 Information to User

Smart Practices While Driving

On the Road - Off the Phone

Guidelines for safe mobile device usage while operating a vehicle.

Display; Touch-Screen

GPS & AGPS

Information on Global Positioning System and Assisted GPS.

Emergency Calls

Care and Maintenance

Keep your Samsung Mobile Device away from:

Precautions regarding liquids, heat, and physical damage.

Responsible Listening

Responsible Listening Recommendations

Operating Environment

Implantable Medical Devices

Persons who have such devices:

Safety guidelines for users with implantable medical devices.

FCC Notice and Cautions

Other Important Safety Information

Child Access Restrictions

Section 13: Warranty Information

Standard Limited Warranty

Details coverage, duration, and limitations of the product warranty.

SAMSUNG’s Obligations

SAMSUNG’s Liability Limits

Dispute Resolution Procedure

Precautions for Transfer and Disposal

End User License Agreement for Software

EULA Agreement Overview

Summary of the End User License Agreement terms.

EULA Terms and Conditions

GRANT OF LICENSE

Details the license rights granted to the end user for the software.

SOFTWARE UPDATES

EULA Termination and Disclaimer

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY

States the warranty disclaimers for the software provided.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

SAMSUNG APPLICATIONS

SAMSUNG SERVICES

Information on Samsung applications and services.

Warranty Information

Summary

Intellectual Property

Open Source Software

Information on software components covered under various open source licenses.

Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion of Liability

Details the warranty terms and limitations of liability for the product.

Modification of Software

Section 6: Managing Your Contacts

Contacts Settings

Configure contact settings, including business card, save destination, and view options.

Adding a New Contact

Procedure for storing new contact information on the phone or SIM card.

Section 7: Camera

Using the Camera

Instructions on accessing and using the camera application.

Camera Options

Details various camera settings like mode, quality, and effects.

Section 8: My Folder

Creating a New Folder

Step-by-step guide to creating new folders for organizing files.

Memory Card Settings

Manage memory card details, format, rename, or adjust Bluetooth visibility.

Section 9: Browser

Browser

Introduction to the phone's WAP browser for web access.

Browser Settings

Configure browser settings for cache, cookies, and preferences.

Section 10: Applications

Calls

Information on accessing call features and functions.

Contacts

Guide to managing contact entries and phone numbers.

Messaging

Instructions for sending and receiving text and multimedia messages.

Calendar

Using the calendar feature to manage events and appointments.

Section 11: Changing Your Settings

Sound Profile

Customize notification sounds for calls, messages, and alarms.

Display

Adjust display settings including wallpaper, theme, and lighting.

Phone Settings

Configure phone-specific settings like language, security, and auto lock.

Section 12: Health and Safety Information

Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals

Information on RF energy exposure from mobile devices and health.

Smart Practices While Driving

Guidelines for safe mobile device usage while operating a vehicle.

Battery Use and Safety

Important instructions for handling and storing batteries safely.

Section 13: Warranty Information

Standard Limited Warranty

Details coverage, duration, and limitations of the product warranty.

Section 1: Getting Started

Understanding this User Manual

Guide on how to use the manual and understand its structure.

Special Text

Explanation of special text conventions used in the manual.

Battery Cover

SIM Card Overview

Battery

Installing the Battery

Step-by-step instructions for inserting the battery into the phone.

Charging a Battery

Installing the Memory Card

Switching the Phone On or Off

Locking and Unlocking the Screen

Setting Up Your Voice Mail

Section 2: Understanding Your Phone

Features

Overview of the phone's key features and capabilities.

Display

Front View Keypad Labels

QWERTY Keypad

Description of the QWERTY keypad layout and usage.

Other Keypad Labels

Power On;Off (END) key

Function of the power on/off key for device operation.

Side Views

Back View

Display Layout

Icons

Backlight

Menu Navigation

Accessing a Menu

Steps to navigate through the phone's menus and sub-menus.

Go to Menu

Section 3: Call Functions

Making a Call

Instructions for dialing phone numbers.

Making a Call Using Speed Dial

Answering a Call

Placing a Call on Hold

In-Call Options

Using the Speakerphone During an Active Call

Recent Calls

Viewing All Calls

Viewing Missed Calls

Saving a Missed Call to your Address Book

Call Waiting

3-Way Calling (Multi-Party Calling)

Section 4: Entering Text

Using the QWERTY Keypad

Guide to using the phone's QWERTY keyboard for text input.

Text Entry Function Keys

Changing the Text Input Mode

Using T9 Predictive Text

Explanation of T9 predictive text input method.

Add a New Word into the T9 Dictionary

Section 5: Messages

Creating and Sending Messages

Instructions for composing and sending text and multimedia messages.

Attaching Business Card to a Message

Viewing New Received Messages

Using Message Options

Deleting Messages

Messages Settings

Multimedia Message Settings

Configure settings for multimedia messages like priority and expiration.

Multimedia Message Options

Voicemail

Using Email

Section 6: Managing Your Contacts

Contacts Settings

Configure contact settings, business card, save destination, and view options.

Adding a New Contact

Procedure for storing new contact information on the phone or SIM card.

Adding More Fields to a Number

Saving a Number After a Call Has Ended

Adding Pauses to Contact Numbers

Using Contacts

Contacts Entry Options

Options for managing contacts: view, edit, delete, send, etc.

Finding My Own Phone Number

FDN Mode

Group Settings

Creating a New Group

Steps to create a new contact group and assign settings.

Adding Speed Dial Entries

Managing Contacts Entries

Copying an Entry to the SIM Card

Procedure to copy contact entries from phone to SIM card.

Deleting an Contacts Entry

Deleting all entries from the SIM

Steps to remove all contacts stored on the SIM card.

Section 7: Camera

Using the Camera

Instructions on accessing and using the camera application.

Camera Options

Camera;Camcorder Mode

Switch between camera and camcorder modes.

Shooting mode

Select shooting modes like Single, Continuous, Panorama, Smile shot.

Mosaic

Take multiple photos and group them into a single final photo.

Frame

Choose a custom frame border for your image.

Night Mode

Enable or disable night mode for better pictures at night.

Camera Resolution

Set the image size for photos.

White Balance

Adjust white balance settings for different lighting conditions.

Metering

Set how the camera measures light.

Effects

Apply color tone or special effects to photos or videos.

Settings: Photo tab

Configure photo settings like quality.

Settings: Setup tab

Configure setup options like review screen and shutter sound.

Image Features

Pictures;Videos Folder Options

Editing a Photo

Using the Camcorder

Shooting Video

Instructions for recording, viewing, and sending videos.

Camcorder Options

Accessing the Video Folder

Section 8: My Folder

Creating a New Folder

Steps to create new folders for organizing files.

Memory Card Settings

Manage memory card details, format, rename, or adjust Bluetooth visibility.

Audio

Tones

Shop, download, and save ringtones and other audio files.

Pictures

Accessing the Pictures menu option

Instructions to access and view pictures stored on the phone.

Editing Images

Video

Video Options

Used Space

Section 9: Browser

Browser

Introduction to the phone's WAP browser for web access.

Browser Settings

Enter a URL

Section 10: Applications

Calls

Information on accessing call features and functions.

Creating a New Event

Viewing an Event

Music

Music Options

Configure music playback options like shuffle, repeat, and sound effects.

Playing Music while Using the Phone

Using Playlists

Creating a Playlist

Steps to create and manage playlists for music.

Removing songs from a Playlist

MetroWEB

Wi-Fi

Activating Wi-Fi

Instructions to turn on and enable Wi-Fi functionality.

Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network

Steps to connect the phone to available Wi-Fi networks.

Tools

Voice Services

Information on using voice recognition for phone commands.

Voice Recognition

Voice Recognition Tips

Tips for effective use of voice recognition commands.

Record Audio

Alarms

Setting Auto Power-up Alarms

Calendar

Tasks

Calculator

Eco Calculator

Converter

Currency Conversion

Perform currency conversions.

World Clock

Adding Another Time Zone

Steps to add and view times in different global regions.

Timer

Stopwatch

Section 11: Changing Your Settings

Sound Profile

Customize notification sounds for calls, messages, and alarms.

Editing the Normal - Call Profile

Editing the Normal - Phone Profile

Display

Light Settings

Adjust display brightness and backlight time.

Adjusting Light Settings

Phone Settings

Language Settings

Select display and input language for the phone.

Security

Lock Phone

Enable phone lock feature to require a password on startup.

Lock Applications

Set FDN Mode

Change Phone Password

APN Control

Reset Phone

Restore Phone

Calls Settings

Adjusting the General Call Settings

Configure general call settings like caller ID and call answer.

Adjusting the Voice Call Settings

Connectivity

Bluetooth

Manage Bluetooth settings, activation, and discoverability.

My Devices

Network Selection

Configuring Your Phone’s USB Settings

Applications Settings

Calendar Settings

Configure calendar starting day and default view.

Music Player Configuration

Record Audio Configuration

Memory Management

Clear Memory

Delete data from phone memory for various applications.

Software Update

Section 12: Health and Safety Information

Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals

Information on RF energy exposure from mobile devices and health.

Interphone Study

Cell Phone Industry Actions

Reducing Exposure: Hands-Free Kits and Other Accessories

Hands-Free Kits

Information on using hands-free kits to reduce RF exposure.

Children and Cell Phones

Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Certification Information

FCC Part 15 Information to User

Smart Practices While Driving

On the Road - Off the Phone

Guidelines for safe mobile device usage while operating a vehicle.

Display; Touch-Screen

GPS & AGPS

Information on Global Positioning System and Assisted GPS.

Emergency Calls

Care and Maintenance

Keep your Samsung Mobile Device away from:

Precautions regarding liquids, heat, and physical damage.

Responsible Listening

Responsible Listening Recommendations

Operating Environment

Implantable Medical Devices

Persons who have such devices:

Safety guidelines for users with implantable medical devices.

FCC Notice and Cautions

Other Important Safety Information

Child Access Restrictions

Section 13: Warranty Information

Standard Limited Warranty

Details coverage, duration, and limitations of the product warranty.

SAMSUNG’s Obligations

SAMSUNG’s Liability Limits

Dispute Resolution Procedure

Precautions for Transfer and Disposal

End User License Agreement for Software

EULA Agreement Overview

Summary of the End User License Agreement terms.

EULA Terms and Conditions

GRANT OF LICENSE

Details the license rights granted to the end user for the software.

SOFTWARE UPDATES

EULA Termination and Disclaimer

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY

States the warranty disclaimers for the software provided.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

SAMSUNG APPLICATIONS

SAMSUNG SERVICES

Information on Samsung applications and services.

Warranty Information

Samsung SGH-T189N Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSamsung
ModelSGH-T189N
CategoryCell Phone
LanguageEnglish

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