Samsung SGHT899M Users Manual

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English (CA). 10/2012. Rev. 1.0

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SGH-T899M

MOBILE PHONE

Safety and Warranty Guide

Please read this manual before operating

your phone, and keep it for future reference.

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Intellectual Property

All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating thereto (the “Phone System”), is proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal laws, provincial laws, and international treaty provisions. Intellectual Property includes, but is not limited to, inventions (patentable or unpatentable), patents, trade secrets, copyrights, software, computer programs, and related documentation and other works of authorship. You may not infringe or otherwise violate the rights secured by the Intellectual Property. Moreover, you agree that you will not (and will not attempt to) modify, prepare derivative works of, reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or otherwise attempt to create source code from the software. No title to or ownership in the Intellectual Property is transferred to you. All applicable rights of the Intellectual Property shall remain with SAMSUNG and its suppliers.

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Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion of Liability

Except as set forth in the express warranty contained on the warranty page enclosed with the product, the purchaser takes the product "as is", and Samsung makes no express or implied warranty of any kind whatsoever with respect to the product, including but not limited to the merchantability of the product or its fitness for any particular purpose or use; the design, condition or quality of the product; the performance of the product; the workmanship of the product or the components contained therein; or compliance of the product with the requirements of any law, rule, specification or contract pertaining thereto. Nothing contained in the instruction manual shall be construed to create an express or implied warranty of any kind whatsoever with respect to the product. In addition, Samsung shall not be liable for any damages of any kind resulting from the purchase or use of the product or arising from the breach of the express warranty, including incidental, special or consequential damages, or loss of anticipated profits or benefits.

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Privacy

The privacy and copyright laws of Canada govern the disclosure, reproduction and distribution of data, media and other content, including music and video content. Certain activities, including downloads or transfer by any means (including, via cable, Bluetooth® or otherwise) of such content may be an infringement of privacy or copyright law. Neither Samsung Electronics Canada Inc. nor any of its affiliates shall be liable or responsible for any data or content disclosed, reproduced, downloaded or distributed by the user of this equipment.

IC Notice

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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Table of Contents

Safety................................................................... 2

Getting the Most Out of Your Reception ................... 2

Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone 3

Caring for the Battery................................................. 7

Owner’s Record ....................................................... 12

Warranty Information ......................................... 13

Index .................................................................. 17

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Safety

Getting the Most Out of Your Reception

Keeping Tabs on Signal Strength

The quality of each call you make or receive depends on the signal strength in your area. Your phone informs you of the current signal strength by displaying a number of bars next to the signal strength icon. The more bars displayed, the stronger the signal. If you’re inside a building, being near a window may give you better reception.

Understanding How Your Phone Operates

Your phone is basically a radio transmitter and receiver. When it’s turned on, it receives and transmits radio frequency (RF) signals. When you use your phone, the system handling your call controls the power level. This power can range from 0.006 watts to 0.2 watts in digital mode.

Knowing Radio Frequency Safety

The design of your phone complies with updated NCRP standards described below. In 1991-92, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) joined in updating ANSI’s 1982 standard for safety levels with respect to human exposure to RF signals. More than 120 scientists, engineers and physicians from universities, government health agencies, and industries developed

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this updated standard after reviewing the available body of research. In 1993, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted this updated standard in a regulation. In August 1996, the FCC adopted a hybrid standard consisting of the existing ANSI/IEEE standard and the guidelines published by the National Council of Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP).

Maintaining Your Phone’s Peak Performance

There are several simple guidelines for operating your phone properly and maintaining safe, satisfactory service.

• Speak directly into the mouthpiece.

• Avoid exposing your phone and accessories to

rain or liquid spills. If your phone does get wet, immediately turn the power off and remove the battery. If it’s inoperable, return it to a dealer store or call Customer Support for service.

Note: For the best care of your phone, only authorized personnel should service your phone and accessories. Faulty service may void the warranty.

Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone

Failure to follow the instructions outlined may lead to serious personal injury and possible property damage.

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Using Your Phone While Driving

Talking on your phone while driving (or operating the phone without a hands-free device) is prohibited in some jurisdictions. Laws vary as to specific restrictions. Remember that safety always comes first.

When using your phone in the car:

• Get to know your phone and its features, such as

speed dial and re-dial.

• When available, use a hands-free device.

• Position your phone within easy reach.

• Let the person you are speaking to know you are

driving. If necessary, suspend the call in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions.

• Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while

driving.

• Dial sensibly and assess the traffic. If possible,

place calls when stationary or before pulling into traffic.

• Do not engage in stressful or emotional

conversations that may divert your attention from the road.

• Dial 911 to report serious emergencies. It’s free

from your wireless phone.

• Use your phone to help others in emergencies.

• Call roadside assistance or a special non-

emergency wireless number when necessary.

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Following Safety Guidelines

To operate your phone safely and efficiently, always follow any special regulations in a given area. Turn your phone off in areas where use is forbidden or when it may cause interference or danger.

Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices

Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio frequency (RF) signals. However, RF signals from wireless phones may affect inadequately shielded electronic equipment.

RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic operating systems and/ or entertainment systems in motor vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or their representative to determine if these systems are adequately shielded from external RF signals. Also check with the manufacturer regarding any equipment that has been added to your vehicle.

Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices, such as pacemakers and hearing aids, to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF signals.

Note: Always turn off the phone in health care facilities and request permission before using the phone near medical equipment.

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Turning Off Your Phone Before Flying

Turn off your phone before boarding any aircraft. To prevent possible interference with aircraft systems, U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations require you to have permission from a crew member to use your phone while the plane is on the ground. To prevent any risk of interference, FCC regulations prohibit using your phone while the plane is in the air.

Turning Off Your Phone in Dangerous Areas

To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn off your phone when in a blasting area or in other areas with signs indicating that two-way radios should be turned off. Construction crews often use remote-control RF devices to set off explosives.

Turn off your phone when you are in an area with a potentially explosive atmosphere. Although it is rare, your phone or its accessories could generate sparks. Sparks could cause an explosion or a fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. These areas are often, but not always, clearly marked.

These areas include:

• Fueling areas such as gas stations.

• Below deck on boats.

• Fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities.

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