Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone depending on the software of the phone or your service provider. World Wide Web http://www.samsungmobile.com Printed in Korea Code No.:GH68-21779A English (SEA). 06/2009. Rev. 1.
Samsung C5212 user manual
Instructional icons using this manual Before you start, familiarise yourself with the icons you will see in this manual: Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or others 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.
Copyright information → [ ] Square brackets—phone keys; for example: [ ] (represents the Power/ Menu exit key) < > Angled brackets—softkeys that control different functions at each screen; for example: (represents the OK softkey) Rights to all technologies and products that comprise this device are the property of their respective owners: • Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide—Bluetooth QD ID: B014808. • Java™ is a trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc.
safety and usage information contents 2 Safety warnings .......................................... 2 Safety precautions ...................................... 4 Important usage information ....................... 7 introducing your mobile phone 11 Unpack ..................................................... 11 Phone layout ............................................. 12 Keys ......................................................... 13 Display ......................................................
using advanced functions 32 Use advanced call functions ..................... 32 Use advanced Phonebook functions ......... 34 Use advanced messaging functions .......... 36 Use advanced music functions ................. 37 using tools and applications Use Java-powered games and applications .............................................. 45 View world clock ....................................... 45 Set and use alarms ................................... 46 Use the calculator ............................
safety and usage information Comply with the following precautions to avoid dangerous or illegal situations and ensure peak performance of your mobile phone. 2 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. Small parts may cause choking or serious injury if swallowed. Protect your hearing Listening to a headset at high volumes can damage your hearing.
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. • Never dispose of batteries or phones in a fire. Follow all local regulations when disposing used batteries or phones.
Turn off the phone in potentially explosive environments safety and usage information Do not use your phone at refueling points (service stations) or near fuels or chemicals. Turn off your phone whenever directed by warning signs or instructions. Your phone could cause explosions or fire in and around fuel or chemical storage and transfer areas or blasting areas. Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the same compartment as the phone, its parts, or accessories.
Protect batteries and chargers from damage Your phone can interfere with medical equipment in hospitals or health care facilities. Follow all regulations, posted warnings, and directions from medical personnel. • 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.
safety and usage information • Avoid using or storing your phone in dusty, dirty areas to prevent damage to moving parts. • Your phone is a complex electronic device— protect it from impacts and rough handling to avoid serious damage. • Do not paint your phone, as paint can clog moving parts and prevent proper operation. • Avoid using the phone’s camera flash or light close to the eyes of children or animals. • Your phone and memory cards may be damaged by exposure to magnetic fields.
Important usage information Use your phone in the normal position Avoid contact with your phone’s internal antenna. Allowing unqualified personnel to service your phone may result in damage to your phone and will void your warranty. Ensure maximum battery and charger life • Avoid charging batteries for more than a week, as overcharging may shorten battery life. • Over time, unused batteries will discharge and must be recharged before use.
Ensure access to emergency services safety and usage information Emergency calls from your phone may not be possible in some areas or circumstances. Before traveling in remote or undeveloped areas, plan an alternate method of contacting emergency services personnel. Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) certification information Your phone conforms to European Union (EU) standards that limit human exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy emitted by radio and telecommunications equipment.
Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate this from other types of wastes and recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources.
Correct disposal of batteries in this product safety and usage information (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate battery return systems) This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates that the batteries in this product should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life.
Unpack introducing your mobile phone In this section, learn about your mobile phone’s layout, keys, display, and icons. Check your product box for the following items: • • • • Mobile phone Battery Travel adapter (charger) User manual • 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. • Use only Samsung-approved software.
Phone layout The front of your phone includes the following keys and features: introducing your mobile phone Earpiece 4-way navigation key Volume key Dial key Multifunction jack Mouthpiece 12 Internal antenna SIM selection key Confirm key Power/Menu exit key Alphanumeric keys Special function keys Mirror Camera lens Battery cover Display Right softkey Left softkey The rear of your phone includes the following keys and features: Camera key Internal antenna You can lock the keys to prevent any un
Keys Key Key Softkeys Function Perform actions indicated at the bottom of the display Alphanumeric Function Enter numbers, letters and special characters; In Idle mode, press and hold [1] to access voice mails and [0] to enter an international call prefix In Idle mode, launch the web browser; In Menu mode, select the highlighted menu option or confirm input Enter special characters or perform special functions; In Idle mode, press and hold [ ] for Silent profile; Press and hold [ ] to enter a pause
Display Icons Your phone’s display consists of three areas: Learn about the icons that appear on your display.
Icon Definition Icon Definition New voice mail message Bluetooth activated Normal profile activated Bluetooth hands-free car kit or headset connected Silent profile activated Alarm activated introducing your mobile phone Synchronised with PC Battery power level Current time Memory card inserted Music playback in progress Music playback paused FM radio on One of the message Inboxes full New text message New multimedia message New email message 15
Install the SIM card and battery assembling and preparing your mobile phone When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive a Subscriber Identity Module, or SIM card, with subscription details, such as your personal identification number (PIN) and optional services. To install the SIM cards and battery, 1. Remove the battery cover. Get started by assembling and setting up your mobile phone for its first use. If the phone is on, press and hold [ it off.
2. Insert the SIM cards. assembling and preparing your mobile phone Place the SIM cards in the phone with the goldcoloured contacts facing down. 3. Insert the battery. 4. Replace the battery cover.
Charge the battery Before using the phone for the first time, you must charge the battery. assembling and preparing your mobile phone 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. With the triangle facing up Improperly connecting the travel adapter can cause serious damage to the phone. Any damages by misuse are not covered by the warranty. 18 3. Plug the large end of the travel adapter into a power outlet.
Insert a memory card (optional) 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Unlock the memory card cover. 4. Close and lock the memory card cover. To remove the memory card, open the memory card cover and remove the memory card out of the memory card slot. 19 assembling and preparing your mobile phone To store additional multimedia files, you must insert a memory card. Your phone accepts microSD™ memory cards up to 8 GB (depending on memory card manufacturer and type). 3.
Turn your phone on and off using basic functions Learn how to perform basic operations and use the main features of your mobile phone. To turn your phone on, 1. Press and hold [ ]. 2. Enter your PIN and press (if necessary). 3. Press and assign names to the new SIM cards. 4. Press . 5. Select a primary SIM card and press . To turn your phone off, repeat step 1 above.
Switch to the Offline profile By switching to the Offline profile, you can use your phone’s non-network services in areas where wireless devices are prohibited, such as aeroplanes and hospitals. Follow all posted warnings and directions from official personnel when in areas where wireless devices are prohibited. Access menus To access your phone’s menus, 1. In Idle mode, press
Change your ringtone 4. Customise the sound settings as desired. 1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Phone profiles. 5. When you have finished, press . 2. Scroll to the profile you are using. 3. Press → Edit → Voice call ringtone. using basic functions 4. Scroll up or down to a ringtone category. 5. Select a ringtone. 6. Press . To switch to another profile, select it from the list. Create a phone profile 1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Phone profiles. 2.
Set menu shortcuts Select a primary SIM card 1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Phone settings → Shortcuts. Your phone supports the Dual SIM mode, enabling you to use two SIM cards at the same time without changing them. Activate SIM cards and select a primary SIM card. 2. Select a key to use as a shortcut. 3. Select a menu to assign to the shortcut key. 1. In Idle mode, press [ ]. 2. Scroll to the SIM card you want to use. 1. In Menu mode, select Settings → Security → Phone → Phone lock. 3.
Use basic call functions Use the speakerphone feature Learn to make or answer calls and use basic call functions. 1. During a call, press [OK] → to activate the speaker. Make a call 2. To switch back to the earpiece, press [OK] again. using basic functions 1. In Idle mode, enter an area code and a phone number. 2. Press [ ] to dial the number. 3. To end the call, press [ ]. Use the headset Answer a call 1. When a call comes in, press [ 2. To end the call, press [ ]. ].
Send and view messages 6. Press → Advanced → Add subject. Learn to send and view text (SMS), multimedia (MMS), and email messages. 7. Enter a subject. Send a text or multimedia message 2. Enter a destination number and scroll down. Send an email 1. In Menu mode, select Messages → Create new message → Email. 3. Enter your message text. X p. 26 For sending as a text message, skip to step 8. For attaching multimedia, continue with step 4. 2. Enter an email address and scroll down. 4.
Enter text Enter text in one of the following modes: using basic functions When entering text, you can change the text input mode: Mode • Press and hold [ ] to change input mode. Depending on your region, you may be able to access an input mode for your specific language. • Press [ ] to change case. • Press and hold [ ] to switch to Symbol mode. ABC 26 Function Press the appropriate alphanumeric key until the character you want appears on the display. T9 1.
Add and find contacts 1. In Menu mode, select Messages → My messages → Inbox. Learn the basics of using the Phonebook feature. 2. Select a text or multimedia message. Add a new contact View an email 1. In Idle mode, enter a phone number and press . 1. In Menu mode, select Messages → My messages → Email inbox. 2. Select Save → a memory location (phone, SIM1, or SIM2) → New. 2. Press Check new email. 3. Select a number type (if necessary). 3. Select an email or a header. 4.
Find a contact 1. In Menu mode, select Phonebook. 2. Enter the first few letters of the name you want to find. 3. Select the contact’s name from the search list. using basic functions Once you have found a contact, you can: • call the contact by pressing [ ] • edit the contact information by pressing [OK] 2. Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape view. 3. Aim the lens at the subject and make any adjustments. 4. Press [OK] or the Camera key to take a photo. The photo is saved automatically. 5.
3. Rotate the phone anti-clockwise to landscape view. 4. Aim the lens at the subject and make any adjustments. Listen to music Learn how to listen to music via the music player or FM radio. Listen to the FM radio 6. Press [OK], < >, or the Camera key to stop recording. The video is saved automatically. 1. Plug the supplied headset into the phone’s multifunction jack. 7. Press < > or the Camera key to record another video (step 4). 3. Press [OK] to turn on the radio.
Create a playlist and listen to music files Start by transferring files to your phone or memory card: using basic functions • Download from the wireless web. X Browse the web • Receive via Bluetooth. X p. 40 • Copy to your memory card. X p. 37 After transferring music files to your phone or memory card, 1. In Menu mode, select Music. 2. Press → Add music from → a memory type. 3. Select the files you want to include and press → Add. 4. Press [OK] to begin playback. 30 5.
Browse the web Learn to access and bookmark your favourite web pages. Browse web pages 1. In Menu mode, select Browser → Bookmarks. 2. Scroll left or right to a SIM card (if necessary). 3. Scroll to an empty location and press → Add bookmark. 4. Enter a page title and a web address (URL). using basic functions 1. In Idle mode, press [OK] → a SIM card (if necessary) to launch your service provider’s homepage. Bookmark your favourite web pages 5. Press [OK]. 2.
Use advanced call functions using advanced functions Learn how to perform advanced operations and use additional features of your mobile phone. Learn about your phone’s additional calling capabilities. View and dial missed calls Your phone will display calls you have missed on the display. To dial the number of a missed call, 1. Press . 2. Scroll to the missed call you want to dial. 3. Press [ ] to dial. Call a recently dialled number 1. In Idle mode, press [ recent numbers.
Answer a second call Press to place a call on hold or press to retrieve a held call. If your network supports this function, you can answer a second incoming call: Dial a second call 1. Press [ ] to answer the second call. The first call is automatically placed on hold. If your network supports this function, you can dial another number during a call: 2. Press to switch between the calls. Make a multiparty call (conference call) 1.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to add more parties (if necessary). 5. To end the multiparty call, press [ ]. Use advanced Phonebook functions Learn to create namecards, set speed dial numbers, and create groups of contacts. using advanced functions Call an international number Create a namecard 1. In Idle mode, press and hold [0] to insert the + character. 1. In Menu mode, select Phonebook. 2.
Create a group of contacts 1. In Menu mode, select Phonebook. 3. Press → Add to speed dial. By creating groups of contacts, you can assign ringtones and caller ID photos to each group or send messages and emails to an entire group. Start by creating a group: 4. Select a number (if necessary). 1. In Menu mode, select Phonebook. 5. Scroll to a number you want to set (2-9) and press . The contact is saved to the speed dial number. 2. Scroll left or right to Groups. 2.
Use advanced messaging functions Create a multimedia template Learn to create templates and use templates to create new messages. 1. In Menu mode, select Messages → Templates → Multimedia message templates. Create a text template 2. Press → Add new to open a new template window. using advanced functions 1. In Menu mode, select Messages → Templates → Text templates. 2. Scroll to an empty location and press [OK]. 3. Enter your text and press [OK] to save the template.
Create a message from a multimedia template 1. In Menu mode, select Messages → Templates → Multimedia message templates. 3. Run Samsung PC Studio and copy files from the PC to the phone. Refer to the Samsung PC Studio help for more information. Copy music files to a memory card Use advanced music functions 3. Using an optional PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your phone to a PC. When connected, a pop-up window will appear on the PC. Learn to prepare music files and store radio stations.
Customise your music player settings Learn to adjust the playback and sound settings for your music player. 1. In Menu mode, select Music. 2. Press → Settings. using advanced functions 3. Adjust the settings to customise your music player. 5. When you are finished recording, press [OK] or . The music file will be saved in FM radio clips (In Menu mode, select My files → Music). The recording feature is developed for voice recording only.
Use the Bluetooth wireless feature using tools and applications Learn how to work with your mobile phone’s tools and additional applications. 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. In Menu mode, select Applications → Bluetooth. 2. Press → Settings. 3. Scroll down to Activation. 4. Scroll left or right to On. 5.
Find and pair with other Bluetoothenabled devices 1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Bluetooth → Search new device. 2. Scroll to a device and press [OK]. using tools and applications 3. Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or the other device’s Bluetooth PIN, if it has one, and press . When the owner of the other device enters the same code or accepts the connection, pairing is complete. 2.
3. Scroll down and press [OK] to open the recipient list. 4. Press [OK] to open your contact list. Record and play voice memos Learn to operate your phone’s voice recorder. Record a voice memo 6. Select a number (if necessary). 7. Press → Add. 1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Voice recorder. 8. Press → OK to save the recipients. 2. Press [OK] to start recording. 9. Scroll down and set the number of times to repeat the SOS message. 3. Speak your memo into the microphone.
3. Control the playback using the following keys: Key using tools and applications OK Function Pause or resume playback Volume Adjust the volume up or down Navigation • Left: Scan backward in a file • Right: Scan forward in a file • Down: Stop playback Edit images 3. Select an image or take a new photo. 4. Press → Effects → an effect option. 5. Select a variation of the effect to apply and press . 6. When you are finished applying effects, press → Save as. 7.
4. Press → Adjust → an adjustment option (auto level, brightness, contrast, or colour). 3. Select an image or take a new photo. 5. Using the navigation key, adjust the image as desired and press . 5. Using the navigation key, rotate or flip the image as desired and press . To resize, select a size and press . Skip to step 8. 7. Press to confirm. 8. Enter a new file name for the image and press [OK]. Transform an image 1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Image editor.
using tools and applications Crop an image Insert a visual feature 1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Image editor. 1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Image editor. 2. Press → New image → Open or Take photo. 2. Press → New image → Open or Take photo. 3. Select an image or take a new photo. 3. Select an image or take a new photo. 4. Press → Crop. 4. Press → Insert → a visual feature (frame, image, clip art, emoticon, or text). 5.
8. Press to confirm. Launch applications 9. Enter a new file name for the image and press [OK]. 1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Games and more → an application. Use Java-powered games and applications View world clock Learn to view the time in another city and set world clocks to appear on your display. Play games 1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Games and more. 2. Select a game from the list and follow the onscreen instructions.
5. Scroll left or right to select a time zone. 4. Scroll left or right to Images (if necessary). 6. Press [OK] to save your world clock. 5. Select Clock. To set daylight saving time, press → Apply daylight saving time → time zones. Add a world clock to your display using tools and applications In Dual Clock Display mode, you can view clocks with two different time zones on your display. 6. Scroll left or right to Dual. 7. Press twice.
Stop an alarm Use the calculator When the alarm sounds, 1. In Menu mode, select Organiser → Calculator. • Press any key to stop an alarm without snooze. • Press or [OK] to stop an alarm with snooze or press or any key to silence the alarm for the snooze period. 2. Use the keys that corresponds to the calculator display to perform basic mathematical operations. 1. In Menu mode, select Alarms. 2. Scroll to the alarm you want to deactivate and press [OK]. 3. Scroll down (if necessary).
Set a countdown timer Create a new task 1. In Menu mode, select Applications → Timer. 1. In Menu mode, select Organiser → Task. 2. Press . 2. Press . 3. Enter the length of time to count down and press . 3. Enter the details of the task. 4. Press . using tools and applications 4. Press [OK] to begin or pause the countdown. 5. When the timer expires, press to stop the alert. Create a text memo Use the stopwatch 2. Press . 1.
Manage your calendar Learn to change the calendar view and create events. Change the calendar view 1. In Menu mode, select Organiser → Calendar. using tools and applications 2. Press → View by → Day or Week. Create an event 1. In Menu mode, select Organiser → Calendar. 2. Press → Create → an event type. 3. Enter the details of the event as required. 4. Press → Save or press .
troubleshooting If you are having trouble with your mobile phone, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a service professional. While using your phone, the following messages may appear: Message Please insert SIM card Try this to solve the problem: Ensure that the SIM card is installed correctly. Phone lock When the phone lock feature is enabled, you must enter the password you set for the phone.
Your phone displays “Network unavailable” or “Network error.” • When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception. Move to another area and try again. • You cannot access some options without a subscription. Contact your service provider for more details. • Ensure that you have pressed [ ]. • Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network. • Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone number. • Ensure that your phone is turned on.
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. troubleshooting • Ensure that you are not blocking the phone’s internal antenna. • When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception. Move to another area and try again. You select a contact to call, but the call is not dialled. • Ensure that the correct number is stored in the contact list.
