Samsung Galaxy S2 Owners Manual

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Emergency Calls
This mobile device, like any wireless mobile device, operates 
using radio signals, wireless and landline networks, as well as 
user-programmed functions, which cannot guarantee connection 
in all conditions, areas, or circumstances. Therefore, you should 
never rely solely on any wireless mobile device for essential 
communications (medical emergencies, for example). Before 
traveling in remote or underdeveloped areas, plan an alternate 
method of contacting emergency services personnel. Remember, 
to make or receive any calls, the mobile device must be switched 
on and in a service area with adequate signal strength.
Emergency calls may not be possible on all wireless mobile 
device networks or when certain network services and/or mobile 
device features are in use. Check with local service providers.
To make an emergency call:
1.If the phone is not on, switch it on.
2.From the Home screen, tap . The dialer is displayed.
3.Key in the emergency number for your present location (for 
example, 911 or other official emergency number). 
Emergency numbers vary by location.
4.Tap the   key.If certain features are in use (call blocking, for example), you may 
first need to deactivate those features before you can make an 
emergency call. Consult your User Manual and your local cellular 
service provider. When making an emergency call, remember to 
give all the necessary information as accurately as possible. 
Remember that your mobile device may be the only means of 
communication at the scene of an accident; do not cut off the call 
until given permission to do so.
Care and Maintenance
Your mobile device 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 Samsung Mobile Device away from:
Liquids of any kind
Keep the mobile device dry. Precipitation, humidity, and liquids 
contain minerals that will corrode electronic circuits. If the 
mobile device does get wet, do not accelerate drying with the 
use of an oven, microwave, or dryer, because this may damage 
the mobile device and could cause a fire or explosion. Do not 
use the mobile device with a wet hand. Doing so may cause an 
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Extreme heat or cold
Avoid temperatures below 0°C / 32°F or above 45°C / 113°F.
Microwaves
Do not try to dry your mobile device in a microwave oven. 
Doing so may cause a fire or explosion.
Dust and dirt
Do not expose your mobile device to dust, dirt, or sand.
Cleaning solutions
Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong 
detergents to clean the mobile device. Wipe it with a soft cloth 
slightly dampened in a mild soap-and-water solution.
Shock or vibration
Do not drop, knock, or shake the mobile device. Rough 
handling can break internal circuit boards.
Paint
Do not paint the mobile device. Paint can clog the device’s 
moving parts or ventilation openings and prevent proper 
operation.
Responsible Listening
Caution!: Avoid potential hearing loss.
Damage to hearing occurs when a person is exposed to loud 
sounds over time. The risk of hearing loss increases as sound is 
played louder and for longer durations. Prolonged exposure to 
loud sounds (including music) is the most common cause of 
preventable hearing loss. Some scientific research suggests that 
using portable audio devices, such as portable music players and 
cell phones, at high volume settings for long durations may lead 
to permanent noise-induced hearing loss. This includes the use 
of headphones (including headsets, earbuds, and Bluetooth® or 
other wireless devices). Exposure to very loud sound has also 
been associated in some studies with tinnitus (a ringing in the 
ear), hypersensitivity to sound, and distorted hearing. Individual 
susceptibility to noise-induced hearing loss and potential hearing 
problem varies. Additionally, the amount of sound produced by a 
portable audio device varies depending on the nature of the 
sound, the device settings, and the headphones that are used. As 
a result, there is no single volume setting that is appropriate for 
everyone or for every combination of sound, settings, and 
equipment.
You should follow some common sense recommendations when 
using any portable audio device: 
						

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Always turn the volume down before plugging the earphones into an 
audio source.
Set the volume in a quiet environment and select the lowest volume at 
which you can hear adequately.
Be aware that you can adapt to higher volume settings over time, not 
realizing that the higher volume may be harmful to your hearing.
When using headphones, turn the volume down if you cannot hear the 
people speaking near you or if the person sitting next to you can hear 
what you are listening to.
Do not turn the volume up to block out noisy surroundings. If you 
choose to listen to your portable device in a noisy environment, use 
noise-cancelling headphones to block out background environmental 
noise. By blocking background environment noise, noise cancelling 
headphones should allow you to hear the music at lower volumes than 
when using earbuds.
Limit the amount of time you listen. As the volume increases, less time 
is required before you hearing could be affected.
Avoid using headphones after exposure to extremely loud noises, such 
as rock concerts, that might cause temporary hearing loss. Temporary 
hearing loss might cause unsafe volumes to sound normal.
Do not listen at any volume that causes you discomfort. If you 
experience ringing in your ears, hear muffled speech, or experience 
any temporary hearing difficulty after listening to your portable audio 
device, discontinue use and consult your doctor.
You can obtain additional information on this subject from the 
following sources:
American Academy of Audiology
11730 Plaza American Drive, Suite 300
Reston, VA 20190
Voice: (800) 222-2336
Email: [email protected]
Internet: 
http://www.audiology.org/Pages/default.aspx
National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders
National Institutes of Health
31 Center Drive, MSC 2320
Bethesda, MD 20892-2320
Email: [email protected]
Internet: 
http://www.nidcd.nih.gov/ 
						

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Operating Environment
Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area, 
and always switch your mobile device off whenever it is 
forbidden to use it, or when it may cause interference or danger. 
When connecting the mobile device or any accessory to another 
device, read its users guide for detailed safety instructions. Do 
not connect incompatible products.
Using Your Mobile Device Near Other 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 
mobile device. Consult the manufacturer to discuss alternatives.
Implantable Medical Devices
A minimum separation of six (6) inches should be maintained 
between a handheld wireless mobile device and an implantable 
medical device, such as a pacemaker or implantable cardioverter 
defibrillator, to avoid potential interference with the device.
Persons who have such devices:
Should ALWAYS keep the mobile device more than six (6) inches from 
their implantable medical device when the mobile device is turned ON;
Should not carry the mobile device in a breast pocket;
Should use the ear opposite the implantable medical device to 
minimize the potential for interference;
Should turn the mobile device OFF immediately if there is any reason 
to suspect that interference is taking place;
Should read and follow the directions from the manufacturer of your 
implantable medical device. If you have any questions about using 
your wireless mobile device with an implantable medical device, 
consult your health care provider.
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
395 E Street, S.W.
Suite 9200
Patriots Plaza Building
Washington, DC 20201
Voice: 1-800-35-NIOSH (1-800-356-4674)
1-800-CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636)
Outside the U.S. 513-533-8328
Email: [email protected]
Internet: 
http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/noise/default.html
1-888-232-6348 TTY 
						

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For more information see: http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.html#.
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 your mobile 
device off in health care facilities when any regulations posted in 
these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care 
facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to 
external RF energy.
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 before 
using your mobile device in a motor vehicle. You should also 
consult the manufacturer of any equipment that has been added 
to your vehicle.
Posted Facilities
Switch your mobile device off in any facility where posted notices 
require you to do so.
Potentially Explosive Environments
Switch your mobile device off 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 the mobile 
device off while at a refueling 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 below deck 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.
FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) 
Regulations for Wireless Devices
On July 10, 2003, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission 
(FCC) Report and Order in WT Docket 01-309 modified the 
exception of wireless mobile devices under the Hearing Aid 
Compatibility Act of 1988 (HAC Act) to require digital wireless 
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The intent of the HAC Act is to ensure reasonable access to 
telecommunications services for persons with hearing 
disabilities. While some wireless mobile devices are used near 
some hearing devices (hearing aids and cochlear implants), 
users may detect a buzzing, humming, or whining noise. Some 
hearing devices are more immune than others to this 
interference noise, and mobile devices also vary in the amount of 
interference they generate.
The wireless telephone industry has developed a rating system 
for wireless mobile devices to assist hearing device users find 
mobile devices that may be compatible with their hearing 
devices. Not all mobile devices have been rated. Mobile devices 
that are rated have the rating on their box or a label located on 
the box.
The ratings are not guarantees. Results will vary depending on 
the users hearing device and hearing loss. If your hearing device 
happens to be vulnerable to interference, you may not be able to 
use a rated mobile device successfully. Trying out the mobile 
device with your hearing device is the best way to evaluate it for 
your personal needs.
M-Ratings: Mobile devices rated M3 or M4 meet FCC 
requirements and are likely to generate less interference to 
hearing devices than mobile devices that are not labeled. M4 is 
the better/higher of the two ratings.
T-Ratings: Mobile devices rated T3 or T4 meet FCC requirements 
and are likely to generate less interference to hearing devices 
than mobile devices that are not labeled. T4 is the better/higher 
of the two ratings.
Hearing devices may also be rated. Your hearing device 
manufacturer or hearing health professional may help you find 
this rating. Higher ratings mean that the hearing device is 
relatively immune to interference noise. The hearing aid and 
wireless mobile device rating values are then added together.
A sum of 5 is considered acceptable for normal use. A sum of 6 
is considered for best use. 
If a hearing aid meets the M2 level rating and the wireless mobile 
device meets the M3 level rating, the sum of the two values 
equal M5. This is synonymous for T ratings. This should provide 
the hearing aid user with “normal usage” while using their 
hearing aid with the particular wireless mobile device.
M3                 +                    M2         =     5T3                 +                    T2         =     5 
						

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“Normal usage” in this context is defined as a signal quality that 
is acceptable for normal operation. The M mark is intended to be 
synonymous with the U mark. The T mark is intended to be 
synonymous with the UT mark. The M and T marks are 
recommended by the Alliance for Telecommunications Industries 
Solutions (ATIS). The U and UT marks are referenced in Section 
20.19 of the FCC Rules.
The HAC rating and measurement procedure are described in the 
American National Standards Institute (ANSI) C63.19 standard.
HAC/Wi-Fi for Newer Technologies
This phone has been tested and rated for use with hearing aids 
for some of the wireless technologies that it uses. However, there 
may be some newer wireless technologies used in this phone 
that have not been tested yet for use with hearing aids. It is 
important to try the different features of this phone thoroughly 
and in different locations, using your hearing aid or cochlear 
implant, to determine if you hear any interfering noise. Consult 
your service provider or the manufacturer of this phone for 
information on hearing aid compatibility. If you have questions 
about return or exchange policies, consult your service provider 
or phone retailer.
Restricting Childrens Access to Your 
Mobile Device
Your mobile device is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with 
it because they could hurt themselves and others, damage the 
mobile device, or make calls that increase your mobile device 
bill.
Keep the mobile device and all its parts and accessories out of 
the reach of small children.
FCC Notice and Cautions
FCC Notice
The mobile device may cause TV or radio interference if used in 
close proximity to receiving equipment. The FCC can require you 
to stop using the mobile device if such interference cannot be 
eliminated. Vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as 
propane or butane) must comply with the National Fire Protection 
Standard (NFPA-58). For a copy of this standard, contact the 
National Fire Protection Association.
Cautions
Any changes or modifications to your mobile device not expressly 
approved in this document could void your warranty for this 
equipment and void your authority to operate this equipment. 
Only use approved batteries, antennas, and chargers. The use of 
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mobile device warranty if said accessories cause damage or a 
defect to the mobile device. Although your mobile device is quite 
sturdy, it is a complex piece of equipment and can be broken. 
Avoid dropping, hitting, bending, or sitting on it.
Other Important Safety Information
Only qualified personnel should service the mobile device or install the 
mobile device in a vehicle. Faulty installation or service may be 
dangerous and may invalidate any warranty applicable to the device.
Ensure that any mobile devices or related equipment installed in your 
vehicle are securely mounted.
Check regularly that all wireless mobile device 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 mobile device, 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 near or in the area over the air bag or in 
the air bag deployment area. If wireless equipment is improperly 
installed and the air bag inflates, serious injury could result.
Switch your mobile device off before boarding an aircraft. The use of 
wireless mobile devices in aircraft is illegal and may be dangerous to 
the aircrafts operation. Check with appropriate authorities before 
using any function of a mobile device while on an aircraft.
Failure to observe these instructions may lead to the suspension or 
denial of cell phone services to the offender, or legal action, or both. 
						

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Section 12: Warranty Infor mation
Standard Limited Warranty
What is covered and for how long? SAMSUNG TELECOMMUNICATIONS AMERICA, LLC (SAMSUNG) 
warrants that SAMSUNGs handsets and accessories 
(Products) are free from defects in material and workmanship 
under normal use and service for the period commencing upon 
the date of purchase by the first consumer purchaser and 
continuing for the following specified period of time after that 
date:
What is not covered? 
This Limited Warranty is conditioned upon proper use of the Product.  
This Limited Warranty does not cover: (a) defects or damage resulting 
from accident, misuse, abnormal use, abnormal conditions, improper 
storage, exposure to liquid, moisture, dampness, sand or dirt, neglect, or 
unusual physical, electrical or electromechanical stress; (b) scratches, dents and cosmetic damage, unless caused by SAMSUNG; (c) defects or 
damage resulting from excessive force or use of a metallic object when 
pressing on a touch screen; (d) equipment that has the serial number or 
the enhancement data code removed, defaced, damaged, altered or 
made illegible; (e) ordinary wear and tear; (f) defects or damage 
resulting from the use of Product in conjunction or connection with 
accessories, products, or ancillary/peripheral equipment not furnished or 
approved by SAMSUNG; (g) defects or damage resulting from improper 
testing, operation, maintenance, installation, service, or adjustment not 
furnished or approved by SAMSUNG; (h) defects or damage resulting 
from external causes such as collision with an object, fire, flooding, dirt, 
windstorm, lightning, earthquake, exposure to weather conditions, theft, 
blown fuse, or improper use of any electrical source; (i) defects or 
damage resulting from cellular signal reception or transmission, or 
viruses or other software problems introduced into the Product; or (j) 
Product used or purchased outside the United States.  This Limited 
Warranty covers batteries only if battery capacity falls below 80% of 
rated capacity or the battery leaks, and this Limited Warranty does not 
cover any battery if (i) the battery has been charged by a battery charger 
not specified or approved by SAMSUNG for charging the battery; (ii) any 
of the seals on the battery are broken or show evidence of tampering; or 
(iii) the battery has been used in equipment other than the SAMSUNG 
phone for which it is specified.  
Phone 1 Year
Batteries 1 Year
Case/Pouch/Holster 90 Days
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What are SAMSUNGs obligations? 
During the applicable warranty period, provided the Product is 
returned in accordance with the terms of this Limited Warranty, 
SAMSUNG will repair or replace the Product, at SAMSUNGS sole 
option, without charge.  SAMSUNG may, at SAMSUNGs sole 
option, use rebuilt, reconditioned, or new parts or components 
when repairing any Product, or may replace the Product with a 
rebuilt, reconditioned or new Product.  Repaired/replaced cases, 
pouches and holsters will be warranted for a period of ninety (90) 
days.  All other repaired/replaced Products will be warranted for 
a period equal to the remainder of the original Limited Warranty 
on the original Product or for ninety (90) days, whichever is 
longer.  All replaced Products, parts, components, boards and 
equipment shall become the property of SAMSUNG.  Except to 
any extent expressly allowed by applicable law, transfer or 
assignment of this Limited Warranty is prohibited.
What must you do to obtain warranty service?
To obtain service under this Limited Warranty, you must return 
the Product to an authorized phone service facility in an adequate 
container for shipping, accompanied by the sales receipt or 
comparable proof of sale showing the original date of purchase, 
the serial number of the Product and the sellers name and 
address.  To obtain assistance on where to deliver the Product, 
please call SAMSUNG Customer Care at 1-888-987-4357.   If SAMSUNG determines that any Product is not covered by this 
Limited Warranty, you must pay all parts, shipping, and labor 
charges for the repair or return of such Product. 
You should keep a separate backup copy of any contents of the 
Product before delivering the Product to SAMSUNG for warranty 
service, as some or all of the contents may be deleted or 
reformatted during the course of warranty service.
What are the limits on SAMSUNG’s liability? 
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SETS OUT THE FULL EXTENT OF SAMSUNGS 
RESPONSIBILITIES, AND THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY REGARDING THE 
PRODUCTS.  ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT 
LIMITATION, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS 
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS 
LIMITED WARRANTY.  IN NO EVENT SHALL SAMSUNG BE LIABLE FOR 
DAMAGES IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT OR 
FOR, WITHOUT LIMITATION, COMMERCIAL LOSS OF ANY SORT; LOSS OF 
USE, TIME, DATA, REPUTATION, OPPORTUNITY, GOODWILL, PROFITS OR 
SAVINGS; INCONVENIENCE; INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR 
PUNITIVE DAMAGES; OR DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OR 
INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT.  SOME STATES AND JURISDICTIONS 
DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY 
LASTS, OR THE DISCLAIMER OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR 
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS AND 
DISCLAIMERS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.