Samsung SPH-a500 Series manual

SPH-a500 Series PORT ABLE T ri-Mode TELEPHONE User Guide Please read this manual before operating your phone, and keep it for future reference.[...]

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Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion of Liability EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THE EXPRESS W ARRANTY CONT AINED ON THE W ARRANTY PAGE ENCLOSED WITH THE PRODUCT , THE PURCHASER TAKES THE PRODUCT "AS IS", AND SAMSUNG MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED W ARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHA TSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT , INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE MERCHAN[...]

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5 T able of Contents Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion of Liability .............................................................. 3 SPH-a500 closed view ............................................. 13 SPH-a500 open view ............................................... 14 Getting to know your phone.................................... 15 Antenna .[...]

6 Your phone’s modes ................................................ 21 Answer mode ........................................................................21 Input mode ...........................................................................21 Lock mode ............................................................................22 Power save[...]

7 Caller I.D. ............................................................................. 34 Phone Book ............................................................ 34 Find ...................................................................................... 35 Add New Entry ...................................................................... [...]

8 Symbol entry ......................................................................... 46 T9 ® English text entry ............................................................46 New Message .........................................................................47 Inbox ............................................................................[...]

9 Month View .......................................................................... 61 How to view an event ............................................................ 61 Task List ............................................................................... 62 How to add or erase a task list item ...................................... 62 Co[...]

10 Roaming on analog networks ................................................75 Display .................................................................... 76 Menu Style.............................................................................76 Backlight ............................................................................... 76 Greeti[...]

11 Body-worn Operation ........................................................... 91 Antenna Care ........................................................................ 92 Phone Operation .................................................................. 92 Tips on Efficient Operation ................................................... 92 Operat[...]

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13 SPH-a500 closed view Antenna Display screen LED indicator[...]

14 SPH-a500 open view Speaker Icons Display screen Graphic Area Navigation key Internet access V olume key Menu key End/power key Ok key T alk key Back key Keypad Microphone Adapter outlet[...]

15 Getting to know your phone Antenna The antenna is a device for transmitting and receiving signals. The shape and size of the antenna is determined, in part, by the frequency of the signals that they receive. An antenna makes the call sound clearer when it is fully extended. Use only in the normal position and do not touch the antenna unnecessari[...]

16 T alk key The key performs several useful functions: • Press once to answer calls. • Enter a number and press once to connect a call. • Press twice in standby mode to redial the last outgoing number . Navigation The Navigation key allows you to locate different menu options by pressing in the appropriate direction. When in standby mode the[...]

17 LED indicator The LED indicator flashes to indicate an incoming call or message. When you have the phone ringer set to off, the LED indicator notifies you of an incoming call or message. • The LED indicator lights momentarily when you power up the phone. Microphone The microphone is used for conversation and recording. Speaker The speaker is[...]

18 Display screen icons Signal strength : This icon always appears w h en your phone is on. It shows your current signal strength. More lines indicate more signal strength. Service indicator : This icon indicates a call is in progress. When the phone is calling a number , this icon will flash until the call is connected. No service indicator : Thi[...]

19 Digital: This icon indicates that your phone is operating in a digital service area. Analog: This icon indicates that your phone is operating in an alalog service area. GPS: This icon indicates that the GPS function in your phone is turned on. Installing the battery Note: Y our phone comes packaged with a partially charged rechargeable standard [...]

20 Removing the battery T o remove the battery from your phone: 1. T urn the phone off by pressing and holding . 2. Push the battery release latch up and pull the battery away from the latch. 3. Lift the battery away from the phone. Charging the battery Y our phone is powered by a rechargeable standard Li-Ion battery . Only use Samsung-approved tra[...]

21 • Green indicates that the battery is fully charged. 4. Y ou can make a phone call when the phone is plugged into the travel adaptor . The adaptor will continue to charge the battery even when you are making the call. Note: The battery charges faster when the phone is turned off. Low battery indicator Y ou can tell whether or not your battery [...]

22 Lock mode When you lock your phone using the Lock Mode menu option, you restrict phone usage. Y ou can receive messages and calls, but you cannot make an outgoing call until your phone is unlocked. Y ou can unlock your phone, by following the prompts and entering the lock code. Power save mode Y our phone comes with a power save feature that aut[...]

23 Messages can also be received when in standby mode, the alert tone will sound when a new message is received. The message menu is accessed when you are in standby mode by pressing . T alk mode Y ou can place and answer calls only when your phone is turned on. When you are on a call your phone is in T alk mode. Pressing will display a list of the[...]

24 1. Fully extend the antenna for the clearest reception. 2. Press and hold for more than two seconds. Note: Y our phone has a built-in antenna. As with any other radio-transmitting device, do not touch the antenna as it affects call quality and can cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than is necessary . 3. The LED indicator lights [...]

25 • Press any key • Open flip • Set the Auto Answer feature Auto LCD Off This feature is provided to save the life of your battery . the LCD turns off if your screen is idle for 8 seconds. Step Ringer This feature is provided to prevent injury to your hearing. When your phone rings, it will ring from the lowest level (level1) and then gradu[...]

26 7:Erase Msg 1:V oice 2:OldInbox 3:NewInbox 4:Outbox 5:Filed 6:All Messages 8:Msg Setup 1:General 1:Scroll T imer 2:Msg. Reminder 3:V oice Mail # 2:New Message 1:Callback # 2:Save Message 3:Entry Method 4:Delivery Ack 5:Canned Msg 4. Wireless Web 1:Downloads 2:Start Browser 3:Web Guard 4:Set Data Rate 5. Calendar 1:T oday 2:Month View 3:T ask Lis[...]

27 7. Sounds 1:Ringer V olume 1:Calls 2:Messages 3:Alarms 2:Ringer T ype 1:V oice Calls 1:With Caller ID 2:No Caller ID 2:Messages 1:V oice Mail 2:Page 3:T ext 4:Web Alerts 3:Data/Fax In 4:Schedule 3:Alerts 1:Minute Beep 2:Service Alert 3:Connect 4:Disconnect 5:Fade 6:Roam 4:Roam Ringer 5:Key Beep 6:T one Length 7:Power On/Off 8. Display 1:Menu Sty[...]

28 5:Erase PBook 6:Reset Phone 7:Message T ime 9:Location 0:V ersion 0.Games 1:Push push 2:Puzzle World In Use 1:Mute 2:Calls 3:Messages 4:Phone Book 5:Calendar 6:Send T el# 7:Silenced 8:V ersion Y our phone offers a range of functions that allow you to tailor the phone to your personal requirements. These functions are arranged in menus and submen[...]

29 Accessing menus using shortcut numbers All Main menus, menu levels, and menu content items are assigned numbers. All menus and their contents can be accessed using these “Shortcut” numbers. The following steps are a sample exercise to access Month View: 1. In standby mode, press to access the Main menu. 2. Press for Calendar . 3. Press for M[...]

30 • The call is sent to voicemail Y our phone provides the following voice call notification features: • Eight ring volume settings including 1- beep, vibrate, or silent. • Ring types and melody tones • Name display with Caller ID. (If the caller’ s name is programmed into your Phone Book.) • Automatic storage of an incoming call’ s[...]

31 5. Press left for Ye s to erase all your call directories, or right for No . 6. Press to save. 7. Press to return to the previous menu. Air T ime Y our phone records (or history), the amount of air time, or talk time used for all calls. T o view Air T ime from standby mode: 1. In standby mode, press to display the main menu. 2. Press for Call Hi[...]

32 T otal Airtime T otal air time is the cumulative amount of time the phone has been used since the total air time was last erased. Air time for all incoming and outgoing calls is saved here. This feature is not intended for billing purposes. 1. In standby mode, press to display the main menu. 2. Press for Call History . 3. Press for Air T ime . 4[...]

33 5. When your selection is highlighted you can: • Press to be connected to that party . • Press to review all the available call information (name and phone number [if available] and time/date stamp.) • Press for more options. 6. Press to exit, and return to the previous screen. Keeping track of call activity Y our phone saves a record of c[...]

34 Caller I.D. This feature allows you to see who is calling you by displaying the callers number when the phone rings. If the callers name and number are stored in the phone book, the name also displays. Y ou can also block your number from being displayed on another phone by enabling the call block feature. T o activate call block: 1. Press . 2. [...]

35 Find This option allows you to find a stored name (alphabetically) in the Phone Book and place a call to that name. 1. In standby mode, press to display the Main menu. 2. Press for Phone Book . 3. Press for Find . 4. Press to highlight the name. 5. Press to select the name. The display screen shows the phone number associated with the name. 6. [...]

36 5. Press to select Rename or Sounds . 6. Make your changes. When finished, press to rename your group or change the sound associated with that group. My Phone # T o display your phone’ s number: 1. In standby mode, press to display the Main menu. 2. Press for the Phone Book . 3. Press for My Phone # . The phone’ s number displays. 4. Y ou c[...]

37 4. Press to highlight the entry requiring editing. 5. Press . The existing phone number is highlighted. 6. Press and select Edit . Press and highlight the option you want to edit. 7. Press and edit the option selected. Press to save edits. Repeat to edit other options. 8. Press to save phone book entry . 9. Press . 10. Select Ye s or No from the[...]

38 Storing pauses in a phone book entry T o store a number in your Phone Book that contains pauses: 1. Enter the phone number you want to store (such as the bank’ s teleservice phone number). 2. Press . The pause menu options display . 3. Press to highlight one of the two pause menu options offered. 4. Press to select an option. 5. When the numbe[...]

39 3. Press to call the number . Note: Storing pauses is convenient if you plan to call the number frequently . Erasing individual phone book entries T o erase an existing entry from either the Find or Find Entry option. 1. In standby mode, press to display the Main menu. 2. Press for Phone Book . 3. Press for Find . 4. Press to highlight the phone[...]

40 Editing an existing e-mail address T o edit an existing e-mail address: 1. In standby mode, press to display the Main menu. 2. Press for Phone Book . 3. Press for Find . The Phone Book displays. 4. Press to highlight the entry and press . 5. Press , and select the Edit option. The Phone Book (options) screen displays. Edit the existing E-mail ad[...]

41 Storing incoming phone numbers at the end of a call T o store a phone number after ending a call: Note: If the call was incoming, and Caller ID information was unavailable, then the store option will also be unavailable. 1. Once you have pressed to end your call, the screen displays the call time (length of call), phone number and name of the pa[...]

42 One-touch dialing Memory locations 001 through 009 are special One-T ouch locations. Y ou can call the phone numbers stored in the Phone Book memory from 001 through 009 by pressing one key . For example, for location number 001. Press and hold until the name and number are displayed and called. T wo-touch dialing Memory locations 010 through 09[...]

43 Note: This memory is shared between all messages. 16KB of memory is available for messages. The number of messages that can be stored is dependent upon the length of the messages. Messages that you send can contain a total of 160 characters. Mail kit - Creating SMS text messages 1. In standby mode, press to display Mail Kit. 2. Press for New Mes[...]

44 • V alidity : Allows you to select the period of time you want the message to be available to the recipient. • None • 30 min. • 1 hour • 2 hours • 12 hours • 1 day • 2 days • 3 days • Send Later : Allows you decide when you want your message sent. • None • 30 min. • 1 hour • 2 hours • 12 hours • 1 day • 2 days ?[...]

45 1. When you are entering events, numbers, or text in your phone press to view the menu options: • T9(English) • Alpha • Symbol • Number • .COM • .NET 2. After you are in the correct menu, use the navigation key to highlight your option, then press to save. Enter your information. Y ou can: • Press to insert a space. • Press to cl[...]

46 Alphabetical text entry Alphabetical text entry characters may be entered in ABC mode, by pressing the corresponding key to the letter you want to enter . Press the same key repeatedly to change between the characters represented by each key . T o change capitalization formats while entering text, press . Entering numbers This mode enables you t[...]

47 New Message Y ou can create text or e-mail messages to send to another party . Each message can be sent to up to 10 numbers or E-mail addresses at a time. Message options allow you to set a priority , validate a time period, or send a message after a specified time. Y ou can also file draft messages yet to be sent, into a folder , or save sent[...]

48 Inbox Y our phone can store text messages in your inbox. T o view your messages: 1. In standby mode, press . 2. Press to open the Inbox 3. Press to highlight the message you want to view . 4. Press . The phone displays the message contents. Outbox Y our phone stores messages in Outbox, regardless of whether the message was successfully transmitt[...]

49 2. Press for Voice messages, for Inbox messages, for Outbox messages, or for Filed messages. 3. Press to highlight the message you want to review and press to select it. 4. Press for the options. 5. Use the navigation key to highlight Resend and press . 6. Press to enter the Send T o : information and press . Web Alert Y our phone alerts you wit[...]

50 Y ou can preset a number of options for general settings or new messages. The message indicator is displayed and remains on the screen until you listen to the new voicemail message, read the New BrowserMsg or T ext Msg . Scroll T imer Scroll T imer allows you to select the amount of time you would like your scroll to be available before closing.[...]

51 Entry Method Y ou can navigate between Alphabet and T9(English) (predictive keypad) for the default setting. Select to save the setting. Delivery Acknowledge If this is set on, Message Save will notify you if the message was successfully delivered. Canned Msg. Canned messages are pre-programmed into your phone. Y ou can select the number that is[...]

52 Receiving a message in standby mode When your phone receives incoming messages in standby mode, the ringer sounds, (unless it is turned off), and the screen displays: New V oicemail , New T ext , New Page or New BrowserMsg . The message icon is displayed, and remains on display until you listen to, or read, the new message. Receiving a message w[...]

53 • Y ou can press for Outbox . A list of send messages displays. • A red message number means the message failed and was not sent successfully . • A blue message number means the message was sent successfully . 3. Press to highlight the message you want to review , press to open it. • While reviewing the message, you can press to scroll d[...]

54 • Save addr: allows you to save the sender’ s e-mail address to the phonebook. The address is automatically copied into the Add Entry or E-mail Entry field. • Save cb#: allows you to save the call back number to the Phone Book. The number is automatically copied to the Add Entry field. • Extract #: allows you to extract a number from t[...]

55 1. Call the first party , and press . When connected, ask them to remain on the line, press and they will be placed on hold. 2. Call the second phone number , and press . 3. When the second party answers, press and all parties will be connected. Note: Y ou may need to contact your service carrier to set up Call waiting, Caller I.D., and Three w[...]

56 Launching the minibrowser Note: The first time you use the MiniBrowser , you will be prompted to go through a security setup process that takes approximately three to five minutes. Note: When the security key is initially sent to the carrier , a unique value is created. If the phone is reset for any reason, you must contact the carrier to rese[...]

57 Exiting the web/minibrowser Press to exit the Web. If the Prompt to End or Both option is selected in the MiniBrowser setup, a prompt asking if you want to end the MiniBrowser call is displayed. The minibrowser start and end prompts Y our phone can be set to view a prompt each time you start or end a MiniBrowser session. Y ou have the option to [...]

58 Navigating the web When you use the MiniBrowser , some of the keys on your keypad will operate differently than during a normal phone call. The MiniBrowser presents on-screen items in any of the following ways: • T ext or number input • Links (embedded in content) • Numbered options (some options may not be numbered) • Simple text How th[...]

59 0/Next: Press this key to enter a 0, or to move to the next word when in T9 predictive word entry mode. Pound/Space: Press this key to insert a space when entering text. Numbers 1 - 9: If items on a menu are numbered, these keys can be used to select them. END: Press this key to exit the MiniBrowser and return the phone to standby mode. MENU: Th[...]

60 Calendar The Calendar allows you to add events in a calendar . They can be viewed at anytime. Y ou can also set an alert to remind you of your plans. 1. In standby mode, press to display the Main menu. 2. Press for Calendar . 3. Press to highlight an option. 4. Press to open that option . T oday Y ou can schedule up to 9 events for the current d[...]

61 11. Add the end time and date. 12. Use the navigation key to highlight an alarm to notify you of your event. The options are: No alarm, On time, 10Min before, 30Min before, 1Hour before. 13. Press to save. The phone prompts that the information is Stored . How to add or erase an event 1. In standby mode, press for the Calendar . 2. Press to disp[...]

62 7. Press the to view a new month. 8. Pressing at a selected date, offers the following options: • View: Permits you to view the previous entries for that date • Add New: Permits you to add a new entry for that date. 9. Use the navigation key to highlight View . 10. Press to enter the option. T ask List The T ask List allows you to compile a [...]

63 Count Down Count Down allows you to find out how much time will elapse between the time entered and a scheduled event. Y ou can create up to nine Countdown timers. • and are equal to A.M. and P .M. • Countdowns can be entered for dates between the years 1980 and 2099. 1. In standby mode, press for the Calendar . 2. Press for Count Down . Th[...]

64 Alarm Clock Y our phone has an Alarm Clock that can be set to go off once, or daily at a specified time. Once set, the Alarm Clock is easy to change or turn off completely . T o set the Alarm Clock: 1. In standby mode, press for the Calendar . 2. Press for Alarm Clock . 3. Press to highlight the option you want to use. 4. Press . The Alarm Cloc[...]

65 4. Use the navigation key to set the operation for your calculator . Your choices are: • [+] Addition • [-] Subtraction • [x] Multiplication • [÷] Division 5. Use the keypad to enter the second number into your calculator . 6. Press to perform the calculation and view the result, or continue to calculate with the same operator . 7. Ever[...]

66 • A void very long or very short names. Names with two to five syllables are recommended. • If a voice entry does not properly connect, you may need to record the name and number again. Record The phone provides voice prompts and screen displays to guide you through the recording process. T o program the phone for voice calling: 1. In stand[...]

67 Review T o review voice calling entries: 1. In standby mode, press to display the Main menu. 2. Press for V oice T ools. 3. Press for V oice Dial. 4. Press for Review . A list of stored names and numbers display . 5. Press to highlight the desired entry and press . The recorded name is vocalized. Erase all T o erase all voice calling entries 1. [...]

68 2. Press for Voice T ools . 3. Press for V oice Dial . 4. Press for Set Active. 5. Select T alk/Flip and press . V oice Memo T o set voice memo: 1. While in standby , press to display the Main menu 2. Press for V oice T ools . 3. Press for V oice Memo. V oice Answer T o set voice answer: 1. While in standby , press to display the Main menu 2. Pr[...]

69 Sounds Ringer options Y our phone provides a variety of ringer options through the Sounds menu. These options allow you to customize your ringer type and ringer volume settings in order to easily recognize a certain type of incoming call, message or scheduled event. Adjusting ringer volume (rapidly) From standby mode, you can adjust the ringer t[...]

70 Ringer T ype 5 monotone ringer types and 20 melody tones can be found under the ringer type option in the Sounds menu. Ringer type — calls T o activate, view or change the ringer type for calls: 1. In standby mode, press to display the Main menu. 2. Press for Sounds . 3. Press for Ringer T ype . 4. Press for voice calls with Caller ID . 5. Use[...]

71 Ringer type — data/fax incoming T o activate, view or change the ringer type for incoming data/fax calls: 1. In standby mode, press to display the Main menu. 2. Press for Sounds . 3. Press for Ringer T ype 4. Press for Data/Fax In . 5. Use the to hear tones. Each tone plays as you navigate through the options. 6. When the desired ringer type p[...]

72 Roam Ringer When this option is set to On , your phone sounds a unique tone when a call is received in a network service area. This feature is set to On by default. T o set the Roam Ringer alert on or off: 1. In standby mode, press to display the Main menu. 2. Press for Sounds. 3. Press for Roam Ringer . 4. Press to choose between Normal or Dist[...]

73 3. Press for Power On/Off. 4. Press to choose between On or Off . 5. When the desired setting is reached, press to save the setting. T one Length 1. In standby mode, press . 2. Press for Sounds . 3. Press for T one Length . 4. Select Long or Short using and press . Alerts Y our phone will beep from time to time, this beep is called an alert beep[...]

74 Alerts — connect With this option set to On , the phone sounds an alert when your call is connected. Alerts — disconnect When this option is set to On , the phone sounds an alert when the phone experiences a dropped or a failed call. Note: Y ou can press to return to the previous menu at any time. When a call experiences a failed or dropped [...]

75 Roaming Roaming on other digital networks When you’re roaming on other digital networks, your call quality and security will be similar to the quality you receive when making calls while on your home network. Y ou may not be able to access certain calling features, such as Wireless Web. Roaming on analog networks When you roam on analog networ[...]

76 Display The following features offered under the Display menu allow you to customize your phone. • Menu Style • Wallpaper • Greeting • Backlight • Dual Clock • LCD Contrast Menu Style This feature allows you to choose from several different animated displays while in standby mode. Backlight There are several options for setting the B[...]

77 Greeting This option allows you to edit and personalize a greeting to display on your phone while in Standby Mode. Note: Enter the personal greeting using the keypad, Press for T9(English), Alpha, symbols and Number options respectively Note: The key also navigates through the same options in identical order , and can be pressed for upper case c[...]

78 Setup The following features allow you to personalize your phone. Auto Answer With this option activated, your phone will automatically answer calls after the specified number of seconds. This option is useful when driving. (This function only works when the handset is connected to the Hands-Free Car Kit.) If Auto Answer is set to Off the phone[...]

79 2. Use to highlight an option. 3. Press to save your option. 4. Pressing returns you to the previous screen. Auto Retry With this option activated, your phone automatically dials the number when a connection fails. Dependent upon your location, the number of times your phone automatically dials the number may vary . T o enable Auto Retry . 1. In[...]

80 Set NAM This setting allows you to associate your mobile identification number (MIN) to your phone’ s electronic serial number (ESN). 1. Press for Setup . 2. Press for Set NAM. 3. Choose between NAM 1 and NAM 2. 4. Press to save. Set System This feature allows you to change system settings on your phone to control your roaming experience: 1. [...]

81 T o use digital data or fax services with your phone, you will need to obtain a digital data/fax kit from your service provider . This kit will contain the necessary cables, software, and documentation required for you to connect and use your phone with your computing device. T o set up Data/Fax calls: 1. In standby mode, press to display the Ma[...]

82 Note: Once you have set your phone’ s mode to fax for next call, you cannot receive regular voice calls until you change back to voice calls only , or a fax is received. Ending a fax or data call Some of the normal ways to end a call, like closing the phone, will not end a fax or data call. Always close the connection through the application o[...]

83 Security Y our phone provides security options, including a user -programmable lock code and emergency/secret phone number features. T o access the Security menu in standby mode: 1. Press . 2. Enter the 4-digit lock code (normally the lock code is the last 4- digits of your phone number) . Lock Phone Locking the phone limits all outgoing calls e[...]

84 Unlocking the phone Enter your phone’ s lock code (last four digits of the phone number or 0000), and the phone is immediately unlocked. Calling in lock mode Y ou can place emergency calls using confidential numbers you program in lock mode. T o place an outgoing call in lock mode: T o call 911 or a confidential number , enter the number and[...]

85 Note: Emergency number 911 is hard-coded into your phone. Y ou can dial these numbers and p ress at any time, even when the phone is locked or restricted. If you call 911 an audible tone is heard and an Emergency prompt is displayed during the duration of the call. Because of various transmission methods, network parameters, and user settings us[...]

86 4. Enter the special number . Up to 32 digits can be entered for each number . 5. Press to save the number entered. 6. Press to exit. Calling Special #s in lock mode T o call special numbers in lock mode: 1. In standby mode, use the keypad to enter the special number . 2. Press to place the call. Erase PBook Erase PBook erases your Phone Book. P[...]

87 2. Press for Reset Phone . A confirmation prompt displays asking if you want to Proceed . 3. Press to reset the phone or press to cancel the operation. Message time T o set or view message time: 1. Press for Security . Enter your current lock code. 2. Press for Message T ime . 3. Press to proceed or press to cancel the operation. 4. When the de[...]

88 2. Press for Setup . 3. Press for V ersion . The hardware and software information is displayed. 4. Press to return to standby mode. Games Y our phone’ s software allows you to play the following games: • Push push • Puzzle World Note: Press to view the game instructions.[...]

89 In-use menu Y our phone includes both a standby menu and an In-Use menu. The In-Use menu is displayed by pressing while the phone is being used during a call. The In-Use menu options are: • Mute - Mutes or (Un)mutes your end of a phone conversation so that the recipient can hear nothing. • Calls - Checks your call log for outgoing, incoming,[...]

90 Usage guidelines: all about performance and safety Understanding Signal Strength The quality of each call you make or receive, is dependent upon the signal strength in your area. Y our phone informs you of the current signal strength by displaying a icon. The more bars displayed, the stronger the signal. The signal strength indicator ( ) display[...]

91 Exposure T o Radio Frequency Signals Y our wireless handheld portable telephone is a low power radio transmitter and receiver . When it is ON, it receives and also transmits radio frequency (RF) signals In August, 1996. the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted RF exposer guidelines with safety levels for hand-held wireless phones. Tho[...]

92 Antenna Care Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the phone and may violate FCC regulations. Phone Operation NORMAL POSITION: Hold the phone as you would any other telephone with the antenna pointed up and over your shoulder . T ips on Efficient Operation Fo[...]

93 Pacemakers The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum separation of six (6”) inches be maintained between a handheld wireless phone and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker . These recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and recommendations of Wireless T echnology R[...]

94 Posted Facilities T urn your phone Off in any facility where posted notices so require. Aircraft FCC regulations prohibit using your phone while in the air . Switch Off your phone before boarding an aircraft. Blasting Areas T o avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your phone Off when in a “blasting area” or in areas posted: “T [...]

95 Storing your phone Y ou must not store or carry your phone, its parts, or accessories in the same compartment or other area where there flammable liquids, gases, or explosive or flammable materials. Cautions Any changes or modifications to your phone not expressly approved in this document could void your warranty for this equipment and void [...]

96 T o make all of the features available to you, your phone is designed by Samsung and your service provider to allow your service provider to send (at any time) a variety or information and messages to your phone. Y ou may think of this as an over the air service to your phone. During an over -the-air programming session, your phone may display t[...]

97 Acknowledging Special Precautions and Industry Canada Notice Only use approved batteries, antennas, and chargers. The use of any unauthorized accessories may be dangerous and will invalidate the phone warranty if said accessories cause damage or a defect to the phone. Although your phone is quite sturdy , it is a complex piece of hardware and ca[...]

98 Samsung Phone and Battery Specifications Dual Band/T ri Mode: CDMA 1.9GHz / CDMA 800 MHz/AMPS 800 MHz Display Screen: Graphical LCD up to 5 lines w/1 dedicated Icon Line) Battery T ype:Standard: Lithium-Ion PCS Antenna:Retractable, user -replaceable The Standard battery provides approximately 2.5 hours of continuous digital talk time (1 hour in[...]

99 User Guide Proprietary Notice CDMA T echnology is licensed by QUALCOMM Incorporated under one or more of the following Patents: 4,901,3075,109,3905,267,2625,416,797 5,506,8655,544,1965,657,4205,101,501 5,267,2615,414,7965,504,7735,535,239 5,600,7545,778,338 5,228,054 5,337,338 5,710,7845,056,109 5,568,4835,659,569 5,490,1655,511,073 T9 ® T ext [...]

100 Limited Warranty 1. What is Covered and For How Long? SAMSUNG TELECOMMUNICA TIONS AMERICA, L.P . (“SAMSUNG”) warrants the original (“Purchaser”) that SAMSUNG’ s phones and accessories (“Products”) are free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period commencing on the date of purchase and cont[...]

101 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. 3. What are SAMSUNG’[...]

102 4. What Are the Limits On SAMSUNG’ s Liability? EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THE EXPRESS W ARRANTY CONT AINED HEREIN, PURCHASER T AKES THE PRODUCT “AS IS,” AND SAMSUNG MAKES NO W ARRANTY OR REPRESENT A TION AND THERE ARE NO CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ST A TUTORY OR OTHERWISE, OF ANY KIND WHA TSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT , INCLUDING [...]

103 W ARRANTY , INCLUDING INCIDENT AL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SIMULAR DAMAGES, OR LOSS OF ANTICIP A TED PROFITS OR BENEFITS, OR FOR DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR GROSS NELIGENCE) OR F AUL T COMMITTED BY SAMSUNG, ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES, OR ANY BREACH OF CONTRACT OR FOR ANY CLAIM BROUGHT AGAINST PURCHASER BY ANY OTHER P A[...]

104 ANY SUCH THIRD-P ARTY SOFTW ARE OR EQUIPMENT LIE SOLEL Y WITH THE PURCHASER AND THE DIRECT VENDOR, OWNER OR SUPPLIER OF SUCH THIRD-P ARTY SOFTW ARE OR EQUIPMENT , AS THE CASE MA Y BE. This Limited Warranty allocates risk of Product failure between Purchaser and SAMSUNG, and SAMSUNG’ s Product pricing reflects this allocation of risk and the [...]

Numerics 0 / next key 59 911 85 A Accessing menus 28 Accessing menus using shortcut numbers 29 Adjusting ringer volume 69 Adjusting voice volume during a call 69 Air 31 Air time 31 Alarm clock 64 Alerts - connect 74 Alerts - disconnect 74 Alerts - service 73 Alphabetical text entry 46 Antenna 15 Asterisk / shift key 58 Auto answer 78 Auto retry 79 [...]

Charging 20 Charging the battery 20 Count down 63 D Data/fax 80 Display 76 E Editing phone book numbers 36 END key 59 Ending a fax or data call 82 Entering numbers 46 Entering text, numbers, and/or symbols 44 Erase history 30 Erase Message 49 Erase PBook 86 Exiting the web/minibrowser 57 G Games 88 Getting service 23 Getting to know your phone 15 G[...]

Launching the minibrowser 56 LCD Contrast 77 LED indicator 17 List 25 List of main and sub menus 25 Lock Code 84 Lock mode 22 Lock phone 83 Locking 83 Locking the phone 83 M Manual pause calling 38 Memory 36 MENU key 59 Menu key 16 Menu style 76 Message options 53 Message setup 49 Messages and lock mode 51 Microphone 17 Missed 30 Month view 61 My p[...]

Outbox 48 Outgoing 29 P Pound / space key 59 Power on/off 72 R Red 20 Removing the battery 20 Resetting your phone 86 Returning to the previous menu 28 Review 67 Reviewing calls 32 Ringer options 69 Ringer type - message 54 Ringer volume 69 Roam 72, 74 Roam ringer 72 Roaming Analog Networks 75 Other Digital Networks 75 S Scroll timer 50 Security 83[...]

Storing pauses in a phone book 38 Storing phone numbers at the end of a call 41 Storing special #s 85 Symbol entry 46 Symbol mode 46 T T9® 46 Talk key 16 Talk mode 23 Task list 62 Three way calling 54 Three-touch dialing 42 Tips on recording names 65 Tone length 73 Total air time 32 Turning your phone off 24 Turning your phone on 23 Two-touch dial[...]