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Printed in Korea
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Code No.:GH68-26018A
http://www.samsungmobile.com
English (EU). 11/2009. Rev. 1.1

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  • Page 1 Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone depending on the software of the phone or your service provider. Printed in Korea World Wide Web Code No.:GH68-26018A http://www.samsungmobile.com English (EU). 11/2009. Rev. 1.1...

  • Page 2: User Manual

    GT-B5310 user manual...

  • Page 3: Instructional Icons

    using this manual This user manual has been specially designed to guide you through the functions and features of your mobile phone. To get started quickly, refer to “introducing your mobile phone,” “assembling and preparing your mobile phone,” and “using basic functions.” Instructional icons Before you start, familiarise yourself with the icons you will see in this manual:...

  • Page 4: Copyright Information

    → Followed by—the order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; for example: In Menu mode, select Messages → Create message (represents Messages, followed by Create message) Square brackets—phone keys; for example: [ ] (represents the Power/ Menu exit key) Copyright information Rights to all technologies and products that...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    contents safety and usage information ... 1 Safety warnings ... 1 Safety precautions ... 4 Important usage information ... 6 introducing your mobile phone ... 12 Unpack ... 12 Phone layout ... 13 Keys ... 14 QWERTY keyboard ... 15 Icons ...
  • Page 6 using basic functions ... 23 Turn your phone on and off ... 23 Use the touch screen ... 24 Access menus ... 25 Switch applications ... 26 Use widgets ... 26 Access help information ... 27 Use shortcuts in Quick access mode ... 28 Customise your phone ...
  • Page 7 Upload photos and videos to the web ... 67 Use Java-powered games and applications ... 68 Synchronise data ... 69 Use RSS feeds ... 71 View your current position ... 72 Update the GPS functionality ... 72 Create and view world clocks ... 72 Set and use alarms ...

  • Page 8: Safety And Usage Information

    safety and usage information Comply with the following precautions to avoid dangerous or illegal situations and ensure peak performance of your mobile phone. Safety warnings Keep your phone away from small children and pets Keep your phone and all accessories out of the reach of small children or animals.

  • Page 9: Install Mobile Phones And Equipment With Caution

    Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers specifically designed for your phone. Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries or damage to your phone.

  • Page 10: Explosive Environments

    Do not use the phone if the screen is cracked or broken Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hand and face. Bring the phone to a Samsung service centre to replace the screen. Damage caused by careless handling will void your...

  • Page 11: Safety Precautions

    Follow all safety warnings and regulations Comply with any regulations that restrict the use of a mobile phone in a certain area. Use only Samsung-approved accessories Using incompatible accessories may damage your phone or cause injury. Turn off the phone near medical...

  • Page 12: Handle Your Phone Carefully And Sensibly

    Protect batteries and chargers from damage • Avoid exposing batteries to very cold or very hot temperatures (below 0° C/32° F or above 45° C/ 113° F). Extreme temperatures can reduce the charging capacity and life of your batteries. • Prevent batteries from contacting metal objects, as this can create a connection between the + and - terminals of your batteries and lead to temporary or permanent battery damage.

  • Page 13: Important Usage Information

    • If your phone has a camera flash or light, avoid using it close to the eyes of children or animals. • Your phone may be damaged by exposure to magnetic fields. Do not use carrying cases or accessories with magnetic closures or allow your phone to come in contact with magnetic fields for extended periods of time.
  • Page 14 • Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use. • Use batteries only for their intended purpose. Handle SIM cards and memory cards with care • Do not remove a card while the phone is transferring or accessing information, as this could result in loss of data and/or damage to the card or phone.

  • Page 15: Correct Disposal Of This Product

    European Radio & Terminal Telecommunications Equipment (R&TTE) directive. For more information about the SAR and related EU standards, visit the Samsung mobile phone website. Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and...

  • Page 16: Correct Disposal Of Batteries In This Product

    Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their local government office, for details of where and how they can take these items for environmentally safe recycling. Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract.
  • Page 17 “THIRD PARTY CONTENT AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS." SAMSUNG DOES NOT WARRANT CONTENT OR SERVICES SO PROVIDED, EITHER EXPRESSLY OR IMPLIEDLY, FOR ANY PURPOSE. SAMSUNG EXPRESSLY...
  • Page 18 Third party services may be terminated or interrupted at any time, and Samsung makes no representation or warranty that any content or service will remain available for any period of time. Content and services are transmitted by third parties by means of networks and transmission facilities over which Samsung has no control.

  • Page 19: Introducing Your Mobile Phone

    • The items supplied with your phone may vary depending on the software and accessories available in your region or offered by your service provider. You can obtain additional accessories from your local Samsung dealer. • The supplied accessories perform best for your phone.

  • Page 20: Phone Layout

    Phone layout The front and inside of your phone include the following keys and features: Front camera lens for video calls Volume QWERTY keyboard Mouthpiece Send key The rear of your phone includes the following keys and features: Headset jack Multifunction Earpiece jack...

  • Page 21: Keys

    Keys Function Make or answer a call; In Idle mode, Dial retrieve recently dialled, missed, or received numbers In Idle mode, access Menu mode; Menu Return to Menu mode; Shows all active applications (press and hold) Turn the phone on and off (press and Power/ hold);...

  • Page 22: Qwerty Keyboard

    QWERTY keyboard The composition of the QWERTY keyboard may differ depending on your region. Function Enter letters, numbers, and special Alphabet/ characters; In Idle mode, press and Symbol hold [1] to access voice mails and [0] to enter an international call prefix Shift Change case in a text input field Use characters on the upper half of...

  • Page 23: Icons

    Icons Learn about the icons that appear on your display. Icon Definition Signal strength GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected HSDPA network connected Voice call in progress Video call in progress SOS message feature activated Browsing the web Icon Definition Connected to secured web page...
  • Page 24 Icon Definition New multimedia message (MMS) New email message New sync email New voice mail message Normal profile activated Silent profile activated Battery power level Current time...

  • Page 25: Assembling And Preparing Your Mobile Phone

    assembling and preparing your mobile phone Get started by assembling and setting up your mobile phone for its first use. Install the SIM or USIM card and battery When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card with subscription details, such as your personal identification number (PIN) and optional services.
  • Page 26 2. Insert the SIM or USIM card. • Place the SIM or USIM card in the phone with the gold-coloured contacts facing down. • Without inserting a SIM or USIM card, you can use your phone’s non-network services and some menus. 3.

  • Page 27: Charge The Battery

    Charge the battery Before using the phone for the first time, you must charge the battery. 1. Open the cover to the multifunction jack on the side of the phone. 2. Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the multifunction jack.

  • Page 28: Insert A Memory Card (Optional)

    Insert a memory card (optional) To store additional multimedia files, you must insert a memory card. Your phone accepts microSD™ or microSDHC™ memory cards up to 16 GB (depending on memory card manufacturer and type). Formatting the memory card on a PC may cause incompatibility with your phone.

  • Page 29: Attach A Hand Strap (Optional)

    Attach a hand strap (optional) 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Slide a hand strap through the slot and hook it over the small projection. 3. Replace the battery cover.

  • Page 30: Using Basic Functions

    using basic functions Learn how to perform basic operations and use the main features of your mobile phone. Turn your phone on and off To turn your phone on, 1. Press and hold [ 2. Enter your PIN and select Confirm (if necessary). To turn your phone off, repeat step 1 above.

  • Page 31: Use The Touch Screen

    Use the touch screen Your phone’s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions. Learn basic actions to use the touch screen. For the optimal use of the touch screen, remove the screen protection film before using your phone. •...

  • Page 32: Access Menus

    Access menus To access your phone’s menus, 1. In Idle mode, select Menu or press the Menu key to access Menu mode. 2. Scroll left or right to a Menu mode screen. 3. Select a menu or option. 4. Select to move up one level;...

  • Page 33: Switch Applications

    Switch applications Your phone allows you to multi-task by running multiple applications at the same time. Switch from one active application to another 1. Press and hold the Menu key to open a list of applications. 2. Scroll to an application and select it. To change the view mode, select Grid view.

  • Page 34: Access Help Information

    Open the widget toolbar In Idle mode, select the arrow at the bottom left of the screen to open the widget toolbar. You can rearrange widgets on the widget toolbar or move them to the idle screen. Move the widgets to the idle screen 1.

  • Page 35: Use Shortcuts In Quick Access Mode

    Use shortcuts in Quick access mode Learn to use some shortcuts in Quick access mode by sliding open the phone. 1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Phone settings → Quick access. 2. Select one of the following options. Menu Description Messaging/ Access one of the messaging or...

  • Page 36: Calibrate The Screen

    Adjust the volume of the key tones In Idle mode, press the Volume key up or down and adjust the key tone volume. Adjust the vibration intensity on the touch screen You can adjust the intensity of the vibration when you touch the phone screen.
  • Page 37 5. Select Save. To switch to another profile, select it from the list. Activate Etiquette pause You can temporarily mute all phone sounds by placing the phone face down when Etiquette pause is activated. 1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Motion settings →...

  • Page 38: Lock Your Phone

    • The first time you access a menu that requires a password, you will be prompted to create and confirm a password. • Samsung is not responsible for any loss of passwords or private information or other damages caused by illegal software.

  • Page 39: Use Basic Call Functions

    Use basic call functions Learn to make or answer calls and use basic call functions. During a call, your phone automatically locks the touch screen to prevent accidental inputs. To unlock, press and hold [ ]. Make a call 1. In Idle mode, select Keypad and enter an area code and a phone number.

  • Page 40: Send And View Messages

    In noisy environments, you may have difficulty hearing the calls while using the speakerphone feature. For better audio performance, use the normal phone mode. Use the headset By plugging the supplied headset into the headset jack, you can make and answer calls: •...

  • Page 41: Enter Text

    3. Select Tap to add subject and enter a subject. 4. Select Tap to add text and enter your email text. 5. Select Add files and attach a file (if necessary). 6. Select Send to send the message. Enter text Open the phone and enter text as you would use a computer’s keyboard.
  • Page 42 Mode Function Select an appropriate virtual key to enter a Number number. Select an appropriate virtual key to enter a Symbol symbol. Enter text using the writing box 1 1. Change the text input method to Writing box 1. 2. Write each character in the writing area. Write numbers and symbols in the ?1 box at the bottom right of the writing area.

  • Page 43: Add And Find Contacts

    View text or multimedia messages 1. In Menu mode, select Messages → Inbox. 2. Select a text or multimedia message. View an email 1. In Menu mode, select Messages → Email inbox. 2. Select an account. 3. Select Download. 4. Select an email or a header. 5.

  • Page 44: Use Basic Camera Functions

    Find a contact 1. In Menu mode, select Phonebook. 2. Select Tap to search, enter the first few letters of the name you want to find, and select Done. You can also drag to select the first letter of the name.

  • Page 45: View Photos

    View photos In Menu mode, select My files → Images → a photo folder → a photo file. While viewing the photo file, • Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape view. Tilt the phone to the left or right. Photos will scroll left or right automatically.

  • Page 46: Listen To Music

    View videos In Menu mode, select My files → Videos → a video folder → a video file. • Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape view. • Select to change the view mode. Listen to music Learn how to listen to music via the music player or FM radio.
  • Page 47 5. To turn off the FM radio, select Listen to music files Start by transferring files to your phone or memory card: • Download from the wireless web. • Download from a PC with the optional Samsung Kies. p. 53 • Receive via Bluetooth. p. 58 •...

  • Page 48: Browse The Web

    Icon Function Change the sound effect Change the repeat mode ( : repeat one, 1. When you touch the screen, the icons will be available. Browse the web Learn to access and bookmark your favourite web pages. • You may incur additional charges for accessing the web and acknowledging media.

  • Page 49: Use The Google Services

    Bookmark your favourite web pages 1. In Menu mode, select Internet → Bookmarks. 2. Select Add. 3. Enter a page title and a web address (URL). 4. Select Save. Download media files This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. 1.
  • Page 50 Connect to Mail 1. In Menu mode, select Google → Mail. 2. Set up your Google account and sign in. 3. Send or receive emails. Connect to Maps To search the map, 1. In Menu mode, select Google → Maps. 2.

  • Page 51: Using Advanced Functions

    using advanced functions Learn how to perform advanced operations and use additional features of your mobile phone. Use advanced call functions Learn about your phone’s additional calling capabilities. View and dial missed calls Your phone will display calls you have missed on the display.
  • Page 52 Hold a call or retrieve a held call Select Hold to place a call on hold or select Retrieve to retrieve a held call. Dial a second call If your network supports this function, you can dial another number during a call: 1.

  • Page 53: Call An International Number

    4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to add more parties (if necessary). 5. To end the multiparty call, press [ Call an international number 1. In Idle mode, select Keypad and touch and hold 0 to insert the + character. 2.

  • Page 54: Use Advanced Phonebook Functions

    Use advanced phonebook functions Learn to create namecards, set favourite numbers, and create groups of contacts. Create a namecard 1. In Menu mode, select Phonebook → More → My namecard. 2. Enter your personal details. 3. Select Save. You can send your namecard by attaching it to a message or email or transferring it via the Bluetooth wireless feature or ActiveSync.

  • Page 55: Use Advanced Messaging Functions

    3. Select Create group. 4. Set a group name, the caller ID photo, a group ringtone, and vibration type. 5. Select Save. 6. Select Yes and add contacts to the group (if necessary). Use advanced messaging functions Learn to create templates, use templates to create new messages, and create message folders.
  • Page 56 Create a message from a multimedia template 1. In Menu mode, select Messages → Templates → Multimedia templates. 2. Select next to the template you want. Your template opens as a new multimedia message. Create a folder to manage messages 1.

  • Page 57: Use Advanced Camera Functions

    Use advanced camera functions Learn how to capture photos in various modes and customise camera settings. Capture photos by using options preset for various scenes 1. In Idle mode, press the Camera key to turn on the camera. 2. Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape view.

  • Page 58: Capture A Series Of Photos

    Capture a series of photos 1. In Idle mode, press the Camera key to turn on the camera. 2. Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape view. → Continuous. 3. Select 4. Make any necessary adjustments. 5. Press and hold the Camera key to take a series of photos.

  • Page 59: Customise Camera Settings

    Before capturing a video, select following options: Option Function Resolution Change the resolution option White balance Adjust the colour balance Effects Apply a special effect Video quality Adjust the quality of your video clips Customise camera settings Before capturing a photo, select access the following settings: Setting Function...

  • Page 60: Use Advanced Music Functions

    ] to return to Idle mode. 3. Using an optional PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your phone to a PC. 4. Run Samsung Kies and copy files from the PC to the phone. Refer to the Samsung Kies help for more information.

  • Page 61: Synchronise Your Phone With Windows Media Player

    Synchronise your phone with Windows Media Player 1. Insert a memory card (if necessary). 2. In Menu mode, select Settings → Phone settings → PC connections → Media player → Save. 3. Press [ ] to return to Idle mode. 4.
  • Page 62 Customise your music player settings 1. In Menu mode, select Music player. 2. Select Settings. 3. Adjust the settings to customise your music player: Option Function Set whether to play music in the Background background when you end the playing music player Sound Select the default equaliser type...

  • Page 63: Store Radio Stations Automatically

    Store radio stations automatically 1. Plug the supplied headset into the phone’s headset jack. 2. In Menu mode, select FM radio. 3. Select More → Self-tuning. 4. Select Yes to confirm (if necessary). The radio scans and saves available stations automatically.

  • Page 64: Using Tools And Applications

    using tools and applications Learn how to work with your mobile phone’s tools and additional applications. Use the Bluetooth wireless feature Learn about your phone’s ability to connect to other wireless devices for exchanging data and using hands-free features. Turn on the Bluetooth wireless feature 1.

  • Page 65: Send Data Using The Bluetooth Wireless Feature

    Find and pair with other Bluetooth- enabled devices 1. In Menu mode, select Bluetooth → Search. 2. Select and drag a device icon into the centre. 3. Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or the other device’s Bluetooth PIN, if it has one, and select Done.

  • Page 66: Activate And Connect To A Wireless Lan (Wlan)

    Use Remote SIM mode In Remote SIM mode, you can make or answer calls only with a connected Bluetooth hands-free car kit via the SIM or USIM card on your phone. To activate Remote SIM mode, 1. In Menu mode, select Bluetooth → More → Settings.
  • Page 67 Search for and connect to a WLAN 1. In Menu mode, select Wi-Fi → Search. 2. Select a network icon → Add and add a connection profile. • If the network you want needs an IP address, subnet mask, DNS, or gateway information, select Advanced settings.

  • Page 68: Activate And Send An Sos Message

    Activate and send an SOS message In case of an emergency, you can send an SOS message asking for help. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. 1. In Menu mode, select Messages → SOS messages →...

  • Page 69: Activate The Mobile Tracker

    Activate the mobile tracker When someone inserts a new SIM or USIM card in your phone, the mobile tracker feature will automatically send the contact number to two recipients to help you locate and recover your phone. To activate the mobile tracker, 1.

  • Page 70: Record And Play Voice Memos

    Record a voice 1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Application settings → Call → Fake call → Fake call voice. 2. Select On under Fake call voice. 3. Select Voice recording. 4. Select to start recording. 5. Speak into the microphone. 6.

  • Page 71: Edit Images

    3. Control playback using the following icons: Icon Function Pause playback Play or resume playback Skip backward; Scan backward in a file (touch and hold) Skip forward; Scan forward in a file (touch and hold) Edit images Learn to edit images and apply fun effects. Apply effects to images 1.

  • Page 72: Transform An Image

    2. Select Adjust → an adjustment option (brightness, contrast, or colour). To adjust the image automatically, select Auto level. 3. Adjust the image as desired by using the slider and select OK. 4. Save the edited image with a new file name. Refer to steps 6-8 in “Apply effects to images.”...

  • Page 73: Print Images

    Crop an image 1. Open an image to be edited. Refer to steps 1-3 in “Apply effects to images.” 2. Select the arrow at the bottom right of the screen. 3. Select 4. Draw a rectangle over the area you want to crop and select OK →...

  • Page 74: Upload Photos And Videos To The Web

    Upload photos and videos to the Learn to post your photos and videos to photo sharing websites and blogs. Communities may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. Set your favourite destination list 1. In Menu mode, select Communities. 2.

  • Page 75: Use Java-Powered Games And Applications

    View a file 1. In Menu mode, select a website or blog (Facebook or MySpace). You can access more websites or blogs by selecting Communities in Menu mode. 2. Enter the user ID and password of the destination (if necessary). Customise the Communities settings 1.

  • Page 76: Synchronise Data

    Download games or applications 1. In Menu mode, select Games and more → More games. Your phone connects to the website preset by your service provider. 2. Search for a game or application and download it to the phone. Play games 1.

  • Page 77: Synchronise Data With A Microsoft Exchange Server

    To start synchronisation, 1. In Menu mode, select Synchronise. 2. Select a synchronisation profile. 3. Select Continue to start synchronisation with the web server you have specified. Synchronise data with a Microsoft Exchange server You may only use the Microsoft ®...

  • Page 78: Use Rss Feeds

    To synchronise all items, 1. In Menu mode, select Exchange ActiveSync. 2. Select Sync. If you synchronise all items, you may incur charges for updating unnecessary items. To synchronise emails only, 1. In Menu mode, select Exchange ActiveSync. 2. Select Email → Inbox → Sync → Email. Use RSS feeds Learn to use RSS feeds to get the latest news and information from your favourite websites.

  • Page 79: View Your Current Position

    View your current position Learn to determine the latitude, longitude, and altitude of your current position using the global GPS satellite system. You must be in outdoors for using the satellite. In Menu mode, select Settings → Phone settings → GPS settings → GPS position. Update the GPS functionality Learn to enhance the GPS functionality by downloading GPS data files.

  • Page 80: Set And Use Alarms

    4. To set daylight saving time, select 5. Select OK to create your world clock. The world clock is set as the second clock. 6. Select Add to add more world clocks (step 3). Add a world clock to your display With the dual clock widget, you can view clocks with two different time zones on your display.

  • Page 81: Use The Calculator

    Stop an alarm When the alarm sounds, • Drag the slider to Stop to stop the alarm without snooze. • Drag the slider to Stop to stop the alarm with snooze or drag the slider to Snooze to silence the alarm for the snooze period.

  • Page 82: Set A Countdown Timer

    Set a countdown timer 1. In Menu mode, select Timer. 2. Set the length of time to count down. 3. Select Start to begin the countdown. 4. When the timer expires, drag the slider to Stop to stop the alert. Use the stopwatch 1.

  • Page 83: Manage Your Calendar

    Manage your calendar Learn to change the calendar view and create events. Change the calendar view 1. In Menu mode, select Calendar. 2. Select More → View by day or View by week. Create events 1. In Menu mode, select Calendar. 2.

  • Page 84: Troubleshooting

    troubleshooting If you are having trouble with your mobile phone, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a service professional. When you turn on your phone or while you are using the phone, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: Code Try this to solve the problem: When the phone lock feature is enabled,...
  • Page 85 The phone prompts you to insert the SIM card. Ensure that the SIM or USIM card is installed correctly. Your phone displays “Service unavailable” or “Network connection Error.” • When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception. Move to another area and try again.
  • Page 86 The phone beeps and the battery icon flashes. Your battery is low. Recharge or replace the battery to continue using the phone. The audio quality of the call is poor. • Ensure that you are not blocking the phone’s internal antenna. •...

  • Page 87: Index

    index alarms creating, 73 deactivating, 74 stopping, 74 battery charging, 20 installing, 18 low battery indicator, 20 Bluetooth activating, 57 receiving data, 58 remote SIM mode, 59 sending data, 58 browser see web browser calculator see tools, calculator calendar see tools, calendar calls advanced functions, 44 answering additional calls, 45...
  • Page 88 conference calls see calls, multiparty contacts adding, 36 creating groups, 47 finding, 37 converter see tools, convertor countdown timer see tools, countdown timer fake calls see calls, making fake calls FM radio listening to, 39 recording songs, 55 storing stations, 56 Google services headset images...
  • Page 89 50 basic capturing, 37 editing, 64 viewing, 38 radio see FM radio ringtone RSS feeds see tools, RSS feeds Samsung Kies silent profile SIM card SOS message stopwatch see tools, stopwatch synchronisation creating a profile, 69 starting, 70...
  • Page 90 timer see tools, countdown timer tools alarm, 73 calculator, 74 calendar, 76 convertor, 74 countdown timer, 75 image editor, 64 mobile blog, 67 RSS feeds, 71 stopwatch, 75 task, 75 videos basic capturing, 38 viewing, 39 voice memos playing, 63 recording, 63 volume call volume, 32...
  • Page 92 (place and date of issue) (name and signature of authorised person) * It is not the address of Samsung Service Centre. For the address or the phone number of Samsung Service Centre, see the warranty card or contact the retailer where you purchased your product..

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