Samsung SCHI915 Users Manual
Contents
Assembling ........................................................................................... 11
Unpack ............................................................................................................................... 11
Charge the battery .......................................................................................................... 12
Insert the SIM or USIM card ........................................................................................... 13
Insert a memory card (optional) .................................................................................. 15
Getting started ..................................................................................... 18
Turn your device on and o .......................................................................................... 18
Get to know your device ................................................................................................ 20
Use the touch screen ....................................................................................................... 22
Get to know the home screen ...................................................................................... 24
Access applications ......................................................................................................... 26
Customise your device ................................................................................................... 27
Enter text ........................................................................................................................... 30
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Connecting to the internet ................................................................ 34
Browse web pages ........................................................................................................... 35
Bookmark your favourite web pages ......................................................................... 35
Reading ebooks ................................................................................... 36
Using Wi-Fi ............................................................................................ 37
Activate the WLAN feature ............................................................................................ 37
Find and connect to a WLAN ......................................................................................... 37
Using Bluetooth ................................................................................... 38
Activate the Bluetooth feature ..................................................................................... 38
Find and pair with other Bluetooth-enabled devices ............................................. 38
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Connecting to a PC .............................................................................. 39
Connect with Samsung Kies ......................................................................................... 39
Synchronise with Windows Media Player .................................................................. 40
Connect as a mass storage device ............................................................................... 40
Safety precautions ............................................................................... 42
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Assembling
Unpack
Check your product box for the following items:
Mobile device
USB power adapter
PC data cable
Headset
Quick start guide
Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software may cause damage or
malfunctions that are not covered by your manufacturer's warranty.
The items supplied with your device may vary depending on the software and accessories
available in your region or oered by your service provider.
You can obtain additional accessories from your local Samsung dealer.
The supplied accessories perform best for your device.
Accessories other than the supplied ones may not be compatible with your device.
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Charge the battery
Your device has a built-in battery. Before using the device for the rst time, you must charge the
battery.
Use only Samsung-approved chargers. Unauthorised chargers can cause batteries to
explode or damage your device.
When your battery is low, the device will emit a warning tone and display a low battery
message. The battery icon will also be empty and turn red. If the battery level becomes too
low, the device will automatically power o. Recharge your battery to continue using your
device.
Connect the PC data cable to the USB power adapter and then plug the end of the PC data
1
cable into the multifunction jack.
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Improperly connecting the travel adapter can cause serious damage to the device. Any
damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
Plug the USB power adapter into a power outlet.
2
You can use the device while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the
battery.
While the device is charging, the touch screen and the touch keys may not function due
to an unstable power supply. If this happens, unplug the USB power adapter from the
power outlet or unplug the PC data cable from the device.
While charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not aect your device’s
lifespan or performance.
If your device is not charging properly, bring your device and the charger to a Samsung
Service Centre.
When the battery is fully charged (the battery icon is no longer moving), unplug the travel
3
adapter from the device and then from the power outlet.
Insert the SIM or USIM card
When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card,
with subscription details, such as your personal identication number (PIN) and optional services.
To use services, you can purchase a Universal Subscriber Identity Module (USIM)
card.
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To install the SIM or USIM card,
Open the cover to the SIM card slot on the side of the device.
1
Insert the SIM or USIM card.
2
Place the SIM or USIM card into the device with the gold-coloured contacts facing down.
Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot.
Close the cover of the SIM card slot.
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Getting started
Turn your device on and o
To turn on your device,
Press and hold [
1
If you turn on your device for the rst time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your
2
device.
To turn o your device, press and hold [
].
] and then select Power o ĺYe s .
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Switch to Flight mode
›
In Flight mode, you can disable all wireless connections and use non-network services in areas
where wireless devices are prohibited, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.
To activate Flight mode, go to Settings
press and hold [
To deactivate Flight mode and use wireless connections, go to Settings
and clear the check box next to Flight mode.
Switch to the silent mode
›
In Idle mode, press and hold [ ] and then select Silent mode.
Silent.
Open the shortcuts panel from the top of the screen and select
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] and then select Flight mode.
ĺ
Wireless and networkĺFlight mode. You can also
ĺ
Wireless and network
Keys
›
Key Function
Power
Volume Adjust the device’s volume.
Menu Open a list of options available on the current screen.
Home
Back Return to the previous screen.
Search
Turn on the device (press and hold); Access the quick menus (press and
hold); Lock the touch screen.
Return to the home screen; Open the list of recent applications (press
and hold).
In Idle mode, open the Google search application; Open the search input
window while using some applications.
Use the touch screen
Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions. Learn basic actions to
use the touch screen.
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To avoid scratching the touch screen, do not use sharp tools.
Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices.
Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction.
Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with water. The touch screen may
malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water.
For optimal use of the touch screen, remove the screen protection lm before using your
device.
Your touch screen has a layer that detects small electrical charges emitted by the human
body. For best performance, tap the touch screen with your ngertip. The touch screen
will not react to touches of sharp tools, such as a stylus or pen.
You can control your touch screen with the following actions:
Tap: Touch once with your nger to select or launch a menu, option, or application.
Drag: Tap and drag your nger up, down, left, or right to move to items on lists.
Tap and hold: Tap an item and hold it for more than 2 seconds to open a pop-up option list.
Drag and drop: Tap and hold your nger on an item, and then drag your nger to move the item.
Double-tap: Tap twice quickly with your nger to zoom in or out while viewing photos or web
pages.
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Rotate the touch screen
›
Your device has a built-in motion sensor that detects its orientation. If you rotate the device, the
interface will automatically rotate according to the orientation.
To set the interface to keep the orientation, open the shortcuts panel from the top of the screen
and select Orientation lock.
Lock or unlock the touch screen
›
When you do not use the device for a specied period, your device turns o the touch screen and
automatically locks the touch screen to prevent any unwanted device operations. To manually lock
the touch screen, press [
To unlock, turn on the screen by pressing [
screen lock, you need to enter your PIN or password, or draw a pattern.
].
], and drag right until Unlock appears. If you set a
Get to know the home screen
When the device is in Idle mode, you will see the home screen. From the home screen, you can
view your device’s status and access Menu mode. Scroll left or right to a panel of the home screen.
Add items to the home screen
›
In Idle mode, press [1]ĺAdd.
Select the item category (widget, shortcut, folder, or wallpaper) and select an item.
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Move items on the home screen
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Tap and hold an item to move until the item appears gray.
1
Drag the item to the location you want.
2
Remove items from the home screen
›
Tap and hold an item to remove.
1
The trash bin appears at the bottom of the home screen.
Drag the item to the trash bin.
2
When the item turns red, release the item.
3
Add a shortcut to an application
›
In Menu mode, tap and hold an application icon. The shortcut icon for the application is added
1
to the home screen.
Move the icon to the location you want or move it another panel of the home screen.
2
Use the shortcuts panel
›
In Idle mode or while using an application, tap the indicator icons area and drag your nger down
to open the shortcuts panel. To hide the list, drag the bottom of the list up. You can view the
's current status and use the shortcut menus.
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device
Access applications
In Idle mode, select 1Applications to access Menu mode.
Scroll left or right to another menu screen.
2
Select an application.
3
Press [4] to return to the previous screen; Press [ ] to return to the home screen.
Organise applications
›
You can reorganise the applications in the application list by changing their order.
In Menu mode, press [
1
Tap and hold an application.
2
Drag the application icon to the location you want.
3
Press [4]ĺSave.
Access recent applications
›
Press and hold [1] to open the list of applications you have accessed recently.
Select an application.
2
]ĺEdit.
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