SGH-A411 Users Guide

Drive safely at all times Do not use a hand-held phone while driving. Park your vehicle first.
Important safety precautions
Failure to comply with the following precautions may be dangerous or illegal.
Switch off the phone when refuelling Do not use the phone at a refuelling point (service station) or near fuels or chemicals. Switch off in an aircraft Wireless phones can cause interference. Using them in an aircraft is both illegal and dangerous. Switch off the phone near all medical equipment Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external radio frequency energy. Follow any regulations or rules in force. Interference All wireless phones may be subject to interference, which could affect their performance.
Copyright information Bluetooth is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide. Bluetooth QD ID: B012546 JavaTM is a trademark or registered trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc.
Be aware of special regulations Meet any special regulations in force in any area and always switch off your phone whenever it is forbidden to use it, or when it may cause interference or danger. Water resistance Your phone is not water-resistant. Keep it dry. Sensible use Use only in the normal position (held to your ear). Avoid unnecessary contact with the antenna when the phone is switched on. Emergency calls Key in the emergency number for your present location, then press. Keep your phone away from small children Keep the phone and all its parts, including accessories, out of the reach of small children.
Accessories and batteries Use only Samsung-approved batteries and accessories, such as headsets and PC data cables. Use of any unauthorised accessories could damage you or your phone and may be dangerous.
The phone could explode if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturers instructions. At very high volumes, prolonged listening to a headset can damage your hearing.
Qualified service Only qualified service personnel may repair your phone. For more detailed safety information, see "Health and safety information" on page 30.

About this Guide

This Users Guide provides you with condensed information about how to use your phone. In this guide, the following instruction icons appear: Indicates that you need to pay careful attention to the subsequent information regarding safety or phone features.
3G Your phone is capable of operating in a 3G environment, allowing much greater data transfer speed and video streaming.
Special features of your phone
Camera and camcorder Use the camera module on your phone to take a photo or record a video. Media player Play media files on your phone. You can enjoy high quality videos and music.
Indicates that you need to press the Navigation keys to scroll to the specified option and then select it. ] Indicates a key on the phone. For example, [ ] Indicates a soft key, whose function is displays on the phone screen. For example, <Select>

< >

Assemble and charge the phone
You can obtain various accessories from your local Samsung dealer.
The items supplied with your phone and the accessories available at your Samsung dealer may vary, depending on your country or service provider.

To AC power outlet

Removing the battery cover

Phone layout

With the phone open

Earpiece

Main display

Power on or off

Switch on
1. Open the phone. 2. Press and hold [ 3. If necessary, enter the PIN and press <Confirm>. ].
Menu access/ Confirm key Left soft key Volume key Application switch key Dial key Alphanumeric keys Special function keys

Switch off

1. Open the phone. 2. Press and hold [ ].
Navigation keys (Up/Down/Left/ Right) Right soft key My Place access key Power on/off/ Menu exit key Delete key Mouthpiece

With the phone closed

In Idle mode, access Menu mode. In Menu mode, select the highlighted menu option or confirm input. Open the application switch window to access other applications without exiting the current application. Access the My Place menu. Make or answer a call. In Idle mode, retrieve numbers recently dialled, missed, or received. Delete characters from the display or items in an application.
Camera lens External display Camera key Multi-function jack

Keys and icons

Perform the function indicated on the bottom line of the display. In Idle mode, access your favourite menus directly. In Menu mode, scroll through menu options.
Press and hold to switch the phone on or off. End a call. In Menu mode, cancel input and return the phone to Idle mode. Enter numbers, letters, and some special characters. Enter special characters or perform special functions. Adjust the phone volume. In Idle mode, press and hold to turn on the camera. In Camera mode, take a photo or record a video.
The following icons may appear on the top line of the screen to indicate your phones status. Signal strength GPRS (2.5G) network Connecting to GPRS (2.5G) network EDGE network Connecting to EDGE network UMTS (3G) network Connecting to UMTS (3G) network Call diverting feature active Roaming network Call in progress Out of your service area Browsing Internet
Connected to secured web page New message : Text message : Multimedia message : Email : Voicemail : Push message : Configuration message Profile setting: : Normal : Silent : Driving : Meeting : Outdoor : Offline

Access menu functions

Select an option
1. Press a desired soft key. 2. Press the Navigation keys to move to the next or previous option. 3. Press <Select> or [OK] to confirm the function displayed or option highlighted. 4. Press <Back> to move up one level. Press [ ] to return to Idle mode.

Use menu numbers

Press the number key corresponding to the option you want.

Battery power level

Enter text
Change the text input mode
Press and hold [ ] to switch between T9 mode ( ) and ABC mode ( ). Press [ ] to change case or switch to Number mode ( ). Press and hold [ ] to switch to Symbol mode ( ).
3. When the word displays correctly, press [ ] to insert a space. Otherwise, press [0] to display alternative word choices.

Number mode

Press the keys corresponding to the digits you want. Press the corresponding number key to select a symbol. Press [1] to enter punctuation marks or special characters. Press [ ] to insert a space. Press the Navigation keys to move the cursor. Press [C] to delete characters one by one. Press and hold [C] to clear the entire display.

ABC mode

To enter a word: Press the appropriate key until the character you want appears on the display. To enter a word: 1. Press [2] to [9] to start entering a word. 2. Enter the whole word before editing or deleting characters.

Symbol mode

Other operations

T9 mode

Customise your phone

Display language

1. In Idle mode, press [OK] and select Settings Phone settings Language Screen text. 2. Select a language. 3. Press <Save>.

Key tone volume

In Idle mode, press [ / ] to adjust the key tone volume. 1. In Idle mode, press [OK] and select Settings Display settings Main display Wallpaper. 2. Select an image category. 3. Select an image. 4. Press <Set>.

Idle mode wallpaper

Call ringer melody
1. In Idle mode, press [OK] and select Settings Phone profiles. 2. Scroll to the sound profile you are using. 3. Press <Options> and select Edit. 4. Select Voice call ringtone and select a ringtone. 5. Press <Options> and select Save.

Menu shortcuts

1. In Idle mode, press [OK] and select Settings Phone settings Shortcuts. 2. Select a key. 3. Select a menu to be assigned to the key.

Silent profile

You can activate the Silent profile to avoid disturbing other people. In Idle mode, press and hold [ ]. 1. In Idle mode, press [OK] and select Settings Security Phone lock. 2. Select On. 3. Enter a new 4- to 8-digit password and press <Confirm>. 4. Enter the new password again and press <Confirm>.

Add a contact
In Idle mode, press < >. The homepage of your service provider opens. To scroll through browser items, press [Up] or [Down]. To select an item, press [OK]. To return to the previous page, press <Back>. To access browser options, press <Options>.
1. In Idle mode, enter a phone number and press <Options>. 2. Select Add to Phonebook a memory location New. 3. For Phone, select a number type. 4. Specify contact information. 5. Press [OK], or press <Options> and select Save to save the contact.

Navigate the web

1. In Idle mode, press [OK] and select Phonebook. 2. Enter the first few letters of the name you want. 3. Select a contact. 4. Scroll to a number and press [ ] to dial, or press <Options> and select Edit to edit contact information.
Send a multimedia message

Find a contact

4. Enter a destination number. 5. Press <Options> and select Send to send the message. 1. In Idle mode, press [OK] and select Messages Create message Message. 2. Enter your message. 3. Press <Options> and select Add subject. 4. Press <OK>. 5. Enter the message subject and press [Down] to move to the text field. 6. Press <Options> and select Add item, Add attachment, or Create item.

Send messages

Send a text message
1. In Idle mode, press [OK] and select Messages Create message Message. 2. Enter your message. 3. Press [Up] to move to the recipient field.
7. Add a media file, Phonebook entry, Calendar item, or bookmark item. 8. Press [Up] to move to the recipient field. 9. Enter destination numbers or email addresses. 10. Press <Options> and select Send to send the message.

Send an email

5. Press <Options> and select Add attachment or Create item. 6. Add a media file, Phonebook entry, Calendar item, or a bookmark item. 7. Press [Up] to move to the recipient field. 8. Enter destination email addresses. 9. Press <Options> and select Send to send the email.

1. In Idle mode, press [OK] and select Messages Create message Email. 2. Enter the email text. 3. Press <Options> and select Add subject. 4. Enter the subject of the email and press [Down] to move to the text field.

View messages

View a text message
1. In Idle mode, press [OK] and select Messages Inbox. 2. Select a text message.
1. In Idle mode, press [OK] and select Messages Inbox. 2. Select a multimedia message.

View an email

Use Bluetooth
Your phone is equipped with Bluetooth technology, enabling you to connect the phone wirelessly to other Bluetooth devices and exchange data with them, talk handsfree, or control the phone remotely.

Turn on Bluetooth

View a multimedia message
1. In Idle mode, press [OK] and select Messages Email inbox. 2. Press <Options> and select Download. 3. Select an email or a header. 4. If you selected a header, press <Options> and select Retrieve to view the body of the email.
1. In Idle mode, press [OK] and select Settings Connectivity Bluetooth Activation On. 2. Select My phones visibility On to allow other devices to locate your phone.
Search for and pair with a Bluetooth device
1. In Idle mode, press [OK] and select Settings Connectivity Bluetooth My devices Search new device. 2. Select a device. 3. Enter a Bluetooth PIN or the other devices Bluetooth PIN, if it has one, and press <OK>. When the owner of the other device enters the same code, pairing is complete.

Send data

1. Access an application, such as Phonebook, My files, or Calendar. 2. Select an item. 3. Press <Options> and select Send Business card via or Send via Bluetooth. 4. Search for and select a device. 5. If necessary, enter the Bluetooth PIN and press <OK>.

Receive data

1. When a device attempts to access your phone, press <Yes> to permit the connection. 2. If necessary, press <Yes> to confirm that you are willing to receive.

Switch applications

You can switch to other applications from a menu, without closing the menu screen you were using.

Switch to an application

1. While using a menu, press [ ]. 2. Select an application.

Available applications

Call: opens the dialling screen. Messages: accesses the Messages menu. BigPond: launches the web browser. ].

Close all running applications

1. Press [

2. Scroll to End all?. 3. Press <Yes>.

Description

Alarms
This section provides brief explanations of menu functions on your phone.
Set alarms. The phone sounds a wake-up alarm even when the Silent profile is activated. Record voice memos and any other sounds. Keep track of your schedule. Make memos for things that are important and manage them. Create a list of tasks you need to complete. Perform arithmetic functions. Do conversions, such as length and temperature. Set a period of time for the phone to count down. Measure elapsed time.

Call log

Check the most recent calls dialled, received, or missed.
Voice recorder Calendar Memo

Phonebook

Search for contact information stored in Phonebook. Tasks Calculator

Applications

Converter Timer Stopwatch

Media player

Listen to music or play videos.
Menu Description Menu Description

World clock PocketNews

Set your local time zone. Use a variety of additional services offered by your service provider. This menu is available only if supported by your USIM or SIM card.

Bookmarks

Save URL addresses in order to quickly access web pages. Access the list of pages you have saved while online. Access the list of pages you have accessed recently. Clear the cache or delete cookies or change the browser display settings. Select a connection profile to be used for accessing the wireless web.

Saved pages

History

Browser

Menu Description

Advanced

BigPond Home
Connect your phone to the network and load the homepage of the wireless web service provider. Enter a URL address and access the associated web page.

Browser settings

Enter URL

My Place

Call 1234 info

BigPond

Access a range of mobile entertainment from the BigPond homepage, only available on Telstras Next G network. Access the online TV service supported by Telstra. You can also press < > in Idle mode. Access the Internet on your phone and launch the Telstra search engine. Access a variety of music files and buy them on the website preset by Telstra. Access the Email service supported by Telstra.
Access the call directory service, such as residential and business information by Telstra. Access a location service based on GPS technology. Access the blog community service and download images from the website by Telstra. Access the website preset by Telstra and have entertainment at your fingertips to download. Manage your Telstra Accounts, such as bills, content subscriptions, and more.

Whereis Maps

FOXTEL

BigBlog & Photos

Yellow search

Downloads

BigPond Music

My Account

My Email

My files

Messages
Images, Videos, Access media files and Sounds, Other other files stored in the files phones memory. Games and more Access the embedded Java games and download Java applications. Check information about the memory currently in use.
Create message Create and send text, multimedia, email messages. Inbox Email inbox Drafts Access messages that you have received. Access emails that you have received. Store messages you have saved to send at a later time. Stores messages that the phone is attempting to send or has failed to send. Store messages that you have sent. Create new folders and organise your messages.

Memory status

Camera
Use the camera embedded in your phone to take photos and record videos.

Outbox

Sentbox My folders

Templates

Make and use templates of frequently used messages or passages. Delete messages in each message folder all at once. Set up various options for using the messaging services. Check information about the memory currently in use.

Time & date

Change the time and date displayed on your phone. Set up the idle screen on the main display.

Delete all

Display settings Main display
Messages settings Memory status
Display settings Set up the idle screen on Cover display the external display. Display settings Customise the settings Light settings for lighting. Phone settings Language Phone settings Shortcuts Select a language for the display text. Set the Navigation keys as shortcuts to access specific menus directly from Idle mode. Check your phone numbers, or to assign a name to each of the numbers.

Settings

Phone profiles
Change the sound settings of the phone for different events or situations.
Phone settings Own number
Phone settings Volume key function Call settings Security Phone lock
Set how the phone reacts if you press and hold [ / ] when a call comes in. Access network services for call functions. Activate your phone password to protect your phone against unauthorised use. Set the phone to work only with the current USIM or SIM card by assigning a SIM lock password. Activate your PIN to protect your USIM or SIM card against unauthorised use.

Security Privacy lock

Lock access to messages, files, Phonebook entries, or calendar items. Set the phone to restrict calls to a limited set of phone numbers, if supported by your USIM or SIM card. Change your phone password. Change the PIN.
Security Fixed dialling mode

Security SIM lock

Security Change phone password Security Change PIN code Security Change PIN2 code

Security PIN lock

Change your current PIN2, if supported by your USIM or SIM card.

Security Mobile tracker

Set the phone to send the preset tracking message to your family or friends when someone tries to use your phone with another USIM or SIM card. This feature may be unavailable due to certain features supported by your service provider. Customise the settings for applications. Connect the phone wirelessly to other Bluetooth devices. Select the network to be used while roaming outside of your home area, or let the network be chosen automatically.
Connectivity Network mode Connectivity Preferred networks Connectivity Connections
Select the network you use. Select a connection profile to be used for accessing the wireless web. Create and customise the profiles containing the settings for connecting your phone to the network. Check information about the memory currently in use. You can also clear the memory. Reset the phones settings you have changed.
Application settings Connectivity Bluetooth Connectivity Network selection

Memory settings

Master reset
SAR certification information
This phone meets European Union (EU) requirements concerning exposure to radio waves. Your mobile phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured to not exceed the limits for exposure to radio-frequency (RF) energy, as recommended by the EU Council. These limits are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish permitted levels of RF energy for the general population. The guidelines were developed by independent scientific organisations through the periodic and thorough evaluation of scientific studies. The limits include a substantial safety margin designed to ensure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health. The exposure standard for mobile phones employs a unit of measurement known as Specific Absorption Rate (SAR). The SAR limit recommended by the EU Council is 2.0 W/kg.1
The highest SAR value for this model phone was 0.834 W/kg. SAR tests are conducted using standard operating positions with the phone transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands. Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR level of the phone while operating can be well below the maximum value. This is because the phone is designed to operate at multiple power levels so as to use only the power required to reach the network. In general, the closer you are to a base station, the lower the power output of the phone. Before a new model phone is available for sale to the public, compliance with the European R&TTE Directive must be shown. This directive includes as one of its essential requirements the protection of the health and safety of the user and any other person.

Precautions when using batteries
Never use a charger or battery that is damaged in any way. Use the battery only for its intended purpose. If you use the phone near the networks base station, it uses less power. Talk and standby time are greatly affected by the signal strength on the cellular network and the parameters set by the service provider.
1. The SAR limit for mobile phones used by the public is 2.0 watts/kilogram (W/kg) averaged over ten grams of body tissue. The limit incorporates a substantial margin of safety to give additional protection for the public and to account for any variations in measurements. The SAR values may vary, depending on national reporting requirements and the network band.
Battery charging time depends on the remaining battery charge, the type of battery, and the charger used. The battery can be charged and discharged hundreds of times, but it will gradually wear out. When the operation time is noticeably shorter than normal, it is time to buy a new battery. If left unused, a fully charged battery will discharge itself over time. Use only Samsung-approved batteries, and recharge your battery only with Samsungapproved chargers. Disconnect the charger from the power source when it is not in use. Do not leave the battery connected to a charger for more than a week, since overcharging may shorten its life. Extreme temperatures will affect the charging capacity of your battery: it may require cooling or warming first. Do not leave the battery in hot or cold places because the capacity and lifetime of the battery will be reduced. Try to keep the battery at room temperature. A phone with a hot or cold battery may not work temporarily, even when the battery is fully charged. Li-ion batteries are particularly affected by temperatures below 0 C (32 F).
Do not short-circuit the battery. Accidental short-circuiting can occur when a metallic object like a coin, clip or pen causes a direct connection between the + and terminals of the battery (metal strips on the battery). For example, do not carry a spare battery in a pocket or bag where the battery may contact metal objects. Short-circuiting the terminals may damage the battery or the object causing the shortcircuiting. Dispose of used batteries in accordance with local regulations. Always recycle. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.

Road safety

Your wireless phone gives you the powerful ability to communicate by voice, almost anywhere, anytime. But an important responsibility accompanies the benefits of wireless phones, one that every user must uphold. When you are driving a car, driving is your first responsibility. When using your wireless phone while driving, follow local regulations in the country or region you are in.

Operating environment

Remember to follow any special regulations in force in the area you are in, and always switch off your phone whenever it is forbidden to use it, or when it may cause interference or danger.
When connecting the phone or any accessory to another device, read its users guide for detailed safety instructions. Do not connect incompatible products. As with other mobile radio transmitting equipment, users are advised that for the satisfactory operation of the equipment and for the safety of personnel, it is recommended that the equipment should only be used in the normal operating position (held to your ear with the antenna pointing over your shoulder).

Hearing aids

Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you may wish to consult your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives.

Other medical devices

If you use any other personal medical devices, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from external RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information. Switch off your phone in health care facilities when regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so.

Electronic devices

Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio frequency (RF) signals. However, certain electronic equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals from your wireless phone. Consult the manufacturer to discuss alternatives.

Pacemakers

Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum distance of 15 cm (6 inches) be maintained between a wireless phone and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. These recommendations are consistent with the independent research and recommendations of Wireless Technology Research. If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, switch off your phone immediately.

Vehicles

RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or its representative regarding your vehicle. You should also consult the manufacturer of any equipment that has been added to your vehicle.

Posted facilities

Switch off your phone in any facility where posted notices require you to do so.
Potentially explosive environments
Switch off your phone when in any area with 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 off the phone while at a refuelling point (service station). Users are reminded of the need to observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots (fuel storage and distribution areas), chemical plants, or where blasting operations are in progress. Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often but not always clearly marked. They include the areas below decks on boats, chemical transfer or storage facilities, vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas, such as propane or butane, areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust or metal powders, and any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine.

Emergency calls

This phone, like any wireless phone, operates using radio signals, wireless, and landline networks as well as user-programmed functions, which cannot guarantee connection in all conditions. Therefore, you should never rely solely on any wireless phone for essential communications like medical emergencies. To make or receive calls, the phone must be switched on and in a service area with 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. Switch on the phone. 2. Key in the emergency number for your present location. Emergency numbers vary by location. 3. Press [ ]. Certain features like Call Barring may need to be deactivated before you can make an emergency call. Consult this document and your local cellular service provider.
Other important safety information
Only qualified personnel should service the phone or install the phone in a vehicle. Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty applicable to the device. Check regularly that all wireless phone equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly. Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the same compartment as the phone, its parts, or accessories. For vehicles equipped with an air bag, remember that an air bag inflates with great force. Do not place objects, including installed or portable wireless equipment, in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area. Improperly installed wireless equipment could result in serious injury if the air bag inflates. Switch off your phone before boarding an aircraft. It is dangerous and illegal to use wireless phones in an aircraft because they can interfere with the operation of the aircraft. Failure to observe these instructions may lead to the suspension or denial of telephone services to the offender, or legal action, or both.

Care and maintenance

Your phone is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care. The suggestions below will help you fulfill any warranty obligations and allow you to enjoy this product for many years. Keep your phone and all its parts and accessories out of the reach of small children and pets. They may accidentally damage these things or choke on small parts. Keep the phone dry. Precipitation, humidity, and liquids contain minerals that corrode electronic circuits. Do not use the phone with a wet hand. Doing so may cause an electric shock to you or damage to the phone. Do not use or store the phone in dusty, dirty areas, as its moving parts may be damaged. Do not store the phone in hot areas. High temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices, damage batteries, and warp or melt certain plastics. Do not store the phone in cold areas. When the phone warms up to its normal operating temperature, moisture can form inside the phone, which may damage the phones electronic circuit boards. Do not drop, knock, or shake the phone. Rough handling can break internal circuit boards.
Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the phone. Wipe it with a soft cloth. Do not paint the phone. Paint can clog the devices moving parts and prevent proper operation. Do not put the phone in or on heating devices, such as a microwave oven, stove, or radiator. The phone may explode when overheated. When the phone or battery gets wet, the label indicating water damage inside the phone changes colour. In this case, phone repairs are no longer guaranteed by the manufacturer's warranty, even if the warranty for your phone has not expired. If your phone has a flash or light, do not use it too close to the eyes of people or animals. This may cause damage to their eyes. Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna. Unauthorised 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 you, and if necessary, arrange for service.