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Samsung SCH A890 User Manual

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  • Page 1: User Guide

    SCH-a890 Series A l l D i g i t a l M o b i l e P h o n e User Guide Please read this guide before operating your phone, and keep it for future reference. XK11.05_MG_a890_11-24-04_D8...

  • Page 2: Intellectual Property

    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, state laws, and international treaty provisions.

  • Page 3: 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;...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    SCH-a890 closed view ...1 SCH-a890 open view ...2 Quick reference...3 Introduction ...5 Key features of the SCH-a890... 5 How to use this guide ... 5 Install the battery ... 6 Remove the battery ... 7 Charge the battery... 7 Battery indicator... 8 Understand your phone...9 The antenna ...
  • Page 6 Place calls ... 20 Receive calls ... 21 Voicemail... 23 Menu navigation ... 24 Navigate using shortcuts ... 24 The in-use option... 26 Menu shortcuts ... 27 Phonebook ... 30 Open contacts ... 30 Open the phonebook menu... 30 Phonebook icons... 31 Edit a phonebook entry ...
  • Page 7 Send pix msg... 65 Receive a pix msg ... 70 Send flix msg ... 72 Message folders ... 74 Get It Now ...84 Get It Now settings ... 85 Remove applications ... 86 Mobile Web ...87 Launch Mobile Web... 87 Exit Mobile Web...
  • Page 8 Voice kit menu... 135 Voice memos... 136 Voice setting... 138 Voice kit active ... 139 Voice signal commands... 140 Call a name or number... 141 Looking up contacts ... 145 Sending messages... 145 Opening applications... 147 Checking phone status... 148 Usage guidelines: all about performance and safety...

  • Page 9: Sch-A890 Closed View

    SCH-a890 closed view Antenna Camera Lens Camera Flash Display Icons Headset Connector SCH-a890 closed view...

  • Page 10: Sch-A890 Open View

    SCH-a890 open view Display Screen Icons OK Key Navigation Left Soft Key Mobile Web Volume Key Send Key Messages Menu Voice Mail Voice Signal Hot Key Microphone Earpiece Shortcut Menu Get It Now Right Soft Key Camera Hot Key End Key Clear Key Alpha- Numeric...

  • Page 11: Quick Reference

    Quick reference 1) PHONEBOOK 1) Find 2) New 3) Group 4) My Name Card 5) Send V-card 6) My Phone # 7) Memory Info 8) Delete All 2) RECENT CALLS 1) Received 2) Dialed 3) Missed 4) Delete Call Logs 5) Call Timers 3) MESSAGES 1) New Text Msg...

  • Page 12: Turn Your Phone On And Off

    Quick reference (cont.) Turn your phone on and off Press and hold Enter/Exit Silent Mode In standby mode, press and hold Standby mode is when service is found and the phone is idle. Set call ringer volume • In standby mode, press the volume key on the left side of the phone to set call ringer volume as desired.

  • Page 13: Introduction

    Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Samsung SCH- a890 phone. Your new phone has many features, such as a large, high-resolution display, PIM (Personal Information Manager) functions, a built-in digital camera, and more. Please take time to read this guide and become familiar with your phone’s many features.

  • Page 14: Install The Battery

    Notes and tips Throughout this guide icons and special text are used to highlight information about your new phone. These are intended to point out important notes, quick methods for activating features, or to define terms. The definitions for these methods are as follows: Notes explain alternative options within the current feature, menu, or sub menu.

  • Page 15: Remove The Battery

    (top end first) up and away from the phone. Charge the battery Your phone is powered by a rechargeable standard Li-Ion battery. Only use Samsung-approved charging devices and batteries. Samsung accessories are designed to maximize Using other accessories may invalidate your battery life.

  • Page 16: Battery Indicator

    Use the desktop charger The desktop charger operates from a 120/220 VAC wall outlet. It also acts as a cradle to hold your phone in a convenient, easy-to-use position while charging. Plug the AC plug from the desktop charger into a standard 120 VAC or 220 VAC wall outlet.

  • Page 17: Understand Your Phone

    Understand your phone The antenna Avoid touching the antenna while your phone is on. Contact with the antenna affects call quality and may cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than necessary. Backlight features You can choose the amount of time that the display and backlight remain illuminated after a period of inactivity.

  • Page 18: Power Save

    Power save Power Save allows you to affect the brightness/power Main LCD and keypad settings for the . The default setting for Power Save is Main LCD and keypad With Power Save keypad backlight is off. If no buttons are pressed for 60 seconds, Power Save then turns the main LCD backlight off as well.

  • Page 19: Soft Keys

    Soft keys Functions for the soft keys are defined by what appears above each of them on the display. There are two soft keys: • left soft key ) the • right soft key ) the Left soft key Some functions of the left soft key are as follows.

  • Page 20: Clear Key

    Clear key The Clear key ( or symbols from the display. You can also use to a previous menu or to return to standby mode from any menu. • If you enter an incorrect character, briefly press backspace (and delete) the character. •...

  • Page 21: Headset Connector

    Headset connector The headset connector, on the left side of the phone below the volume key, is the input jack for the hands-free headset. The stereo headset combines earbuds and a microphone in a convenient, lightweight unit so you can talk without using your hands.

  • Page 22: Microphone

    Microphone The microphone is next to the charger/ accessory input jack on the bottom end of the phone. Alpha-numeric keypad Use the alpha-numeric keypad to enter text, numbers, and special characters. Earpiece The earpiece, on the inside of the flip above the display, plays sounds such as key tones and alerts.

  • Page 23: Navigation Key

    Navigation key Use the directional keys on the navigation key to browse menus, sub menus, and lists. Each key also acts as a shortcut to launch applications. The up navigation key is user-definable. Press jumping to highlighted links on the web. External (Sub) LCD The external (Sub) LCD is a full-color display that displays caller information, signal and battery strength, as well as...
  • Page 24 Roaming indicator: Your phone is outside your home area. While roaming, another wireless provider may be handling your call. The service rate for the call may be higher than those made from within your home area. Please refer to Verizon Wireless for roaming rates. In Use: Indicates a call in progress.

  • Page 25: Dialogue Boxes

    DST Set: If you use the Dual Clock World Time wallpaper for your display, you must set Daylight Savings Time (DST) for your Home and Visiting areas. GPS: Global Positioning Service (GPS) for 911 is set to On for emergency calls only. GPS: Global Positioning Service is set to On for location and 911 calls.

  • Page 26: Getting Started

    Getting started Obtain service for your phone Contact Verizon Wireless and follow their instructions for obtaining service. We suggest that you read this guide to fully understand the services your phone supports. Turn your phone on Open the flip, then press and hold seconds.

  • Page 27: Text Entry Mode

    Text entry mode Enter content using any of the four text entry modes. At any text entry screen, press left soft key ( A pop-up menu appears in the display with highlighted. Use the left/right navigation keys to display the optional text entry modes of Once the desired method of text entry appears, press to use that mode of text entry in your message.

  • Page 28: Vibrate Mode

    Vibrate mode • In standby mode, repeatedly press the volume key ( ) Vibrate down until key is on the left side of phone. Ringer volume In standby mode, repeatedly press the volume key ( ) on the left side of the phone up or down. Options are: •...

  • Page 29: Receive Calls

    Receive calls When you receive a call, the phone displays one of the following: • If the caller can be identified, the caller’s number (or name if it’s in your Phonebook) appears in the display. • If the caller can’t be identified, Call from restricted # display.

  • Page 30: Reject An Incoming Call

    Receive calls when using Get It Now or Mobile Web If you receive a call while using a Get It Now application or Mobile Web, the application is put on hold during the call. Once the call ends, you are prompted to resume your session.

  • Page 31: Voicemail

    Voicemail Voice mail allows callers to leave voice messages, which can be retrieved any time. Once your voicemail account is set up, you can use the Voicemail folder (under the Messages menu) to view details of voice messages in your voice mailbox. See “Voicemail” on page 74 for more information.

  • Page 32: Menu Navigation

    Menu navigation Access menus using the navigation key in tandem with the left and right In standby mode press the left soft key ( main menus appear in the display. Initially, when you press the left soft key ( main menus display as small icons arranged in a 3x3 matrix. You can change this by modifying how your menus display under Settings >...

  • Page 33: Navigation Key Shortcuts

    Press the number of the menu, sub menu, and so on to arrive at the desired feature. Example: Press the left soft key ( (Planner), Navigation key shortcuts In standby mode, press a navigation key (as illustrated below) to launch its corresponding application. ) for Menu, then press (To Do List).

  • Page 34: The In-Use Option

    The in-use option Access numerous menus and features even while in a call. If the call is disconnected while accessing the In-Use Option, the In-Use Option disappears from the display and the phone eventually returns to standby mode. While in a call, press the left soft key menu items in the following table appear in the display.

  • Page 35: Menu Shortcuts

    Menu shortcuts Use the menu shortcuts on the following pages to quickly access menus and sub menus. Press the left soft key ( Menu , then press the number to the right of the menu to jump to that menu, sub menu, or feature. For example, to jump to the Outbox sub menu, press the left soft key ( Messages press...
  • Page 36 GET IT NOW ... 4 ... 4-1 AUNCH MOBILE WEB... 5 ... 5-1 AUNCH MULTIMEDIA ... 6 ... 6-1 AMERA Take Pix ... 6-1-1 Take Flix ... 6-1-2 Camera Settings... 6-1-3 Pix Resolution ...6-1-3-1 Image Quality ...6-1-3-2 Flash ...6-1-3-3 Pix Color...6-1-3-4 Ready Sound ...6-1-3-5 Shutter Sound ...6-1-3-6 Auto Name ...6-1-3-7...

  • Page 37: Voice Memo

    Call Options ... 7-4 ...7-4-1 NSWER PTIONS ...7-4-2 ETRY ...7-4-3 ...7-4-4 IRPLANE ...7-4-5 PTION TTY M ...7-4-6 Shortcut List ... 7-5 Location ... 7-6 Location On 911 Only Phone Info... 7-7 PLANNER... 8 ... 8-1 ALENDAR ... 8-2 ... 8-3 LARM LOCK ...

  • Page 38: Phonebook

    Phonebook Up to 500 entries can be stored in phone memory. Each entry in the Phonebook can have up to five numbers, an e-mail address, and a URL associated with it. Phone number can be up to 32 digits long, including hard pauses, while an email address can have 48 characters and names can be up to sixteen characters long.

  • Page 39: Phonebook Icons

    Menu Function Create, view, rename, or send a message to Group your groups. My Name Create a business card, which can then be sent Card to others as an attachment. Send your Name Card or an entry in your Phone- Send V-card book to a compatible phone View the 10-digit number assigned to your phone...

  • Page 40: Edit A Phonebook Entry

    Icon Description URL icon. Enter a web address for the entry in this field. Group icon. Select an available group to associate with the entry in this field. Speed dial icon. Choose the speed dial number for this field. Melody icon. Select a melody to associate with the entry in this field.

  • Page 41: Pauses

    • Press and hold highlighted field. • Use the keypad to re-enter numbers, text, or symbols. When you’re finished editing the entry, press changes are saved. Pauses Calls to automated systems often require a password or account number. Instead of manually entering numbers each time, store the numbers to your Phonebook along with special characters called pauses.

  • Page 42: Pause Dial From The Phonebook

    Use the navigation key to highlight the pause option of your choice. Press to enter the highlighted pause into your number sequence. When you’re finished entering numbers and pauses, press to store the number to your Phonebook. Pause dial from the phonebook If you stored the number using (two-second) T pause(s), simply recall the number from the Phonebook.

  • Page 43: Erase Individual Phonebook Entries

    Erase individual phonebook entries In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press Use the left/right navigation keys to display the search method that you want to use ( Enter information to find the entry, or use the navigation key to highlight the entry that you want to erase, then press Once the entry is highlighted, press the left soft key (...

  • Page 44: Assign A Speed Dial Location

    1-touch dialing Call phone numbers assigned to memory locations 001 - 009 by pressing and holding keys 1 - 9, respectively. For example, to speed dial the number assigned to location 2, press and hold the display and the number is dialed. 2-touch dialing Call phone numbers assigned to keys 010 through 099 by briefly pressing the first key, then pressing and holding the...

  • Page 45: Assign Speed Dial Type To An Entry

    Use the navigation keys to highlight the speed dial location field and press the left soft key ( Enter the speed dial location using the keypad. You can also use the left and right navigation keys to browse for available speed dial locations. Press to save your changes.

  • Page 46: Assign A Picture To A Phonebook Entry

    Assign a picture to a phonebook entry When you assign a picture to a Phonebook entry, the picture that you assigned to the entry appears in the display when you receive a call from that entry. You can save pictures to the Default Gallery or Photo Gallery gallery when you take a picture.

  • Page 47: Store Numbers After A Call

    Store numbers after a call Once you’ve finished a call, you can store the number of the caller to your Phonebook. If the call was incoming and Caller ID information was unavailable, then the store option is also unavailable. After you press length of call, phone number, and name of the party (if available) appear in the display.
  • Page 48 The Find methods listed in the following table appear in the display. Find Function Search the Phonebook alphabetically by name. Enter By Name the name of the person as they are entered in your Phonebook. Search the Phonebook by entry number.This is the By Entry same number assigned to Speed dial (002, 003, etc.).
  • Page 49 By Entry This option allows you to find a stored entry by location (or speed dial) number. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press Use the left/right navigation keys to display Enter the location number using the keypad. Entries appear in the display below the entry field.

  • Page 50: New Phonebook Entries

    Use the left/right navigation keys to display the group that you want to search. As each group displays, entries assigned to the group are listed. Use the navigation key to highlight the desired entry. Press to display information about the entry. Press the left soft key ( listed in the following table.
  • Page 51 Use the navigation key to highlight other type fields and complete them, if desired. Enter information using the keypad. Once you’ve entered a character into any of the type fields, press the left soft key ( menu which allows you to enter a P Pause or T Pause. When you’re finished entering information for the entry, press to save the entry to your Phonebook.

  • Page 52: Phonebook Groups

    Enter a name for the entry using the keypad. Press the left soft key ( method of text entry, such as When you’re finished entering information for the entry, press . The entry is saved to your Phonebook. If you selected Find mode.
  • Page 53 Colleague Business Use the navigation key to highlight the desired group, then press Move an entry to another group In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Phonebook press pre-defined groups display. If you add more groups, they are listed here too. No Name Family Friends...

  • Page 54: Create A New Group

    Create a new group In addition to the five groups already in your phone, you can create an additional five groups. New groups can be named anything you like as long as their names are within the 12- character limit. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press groups display.

  • Page 55: Delete A Group

    Use the navigation key to highlight press . The Rename dialogue box appears in the display. Enter a name for the group using the keypad. Press the left soft key ( Press . Your changes are saved. Delete a group The five default groups cannot be deleted.
  • Page 56 Send text messages to group members Use Send Message in the Group feature to send a message to as many as 10 members of a group at once. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press groups display. Use the navigation key to highlight the group to which you want to send a message.
  • Page 57 Press . The message entry screen appears in the display. Using the keypay, enter the message content, then press to send the message. Send a pix or flix msg to group members Only available within Verizon Wireless Enhanced Services Area. Follow steps 1 through 8 in the previous section entitled “Send text messages to group members”...

  • Page 58: My Name Card

    adding the desired content to your Pix Msg, you’re returned to the Pix Msg composer. Press to send the Pix Msg. The Pix Msg is sent to the intended recipients. My Name Card My Name Card allows you to create a virtual business card. Once completed, you can send the card to recipients as a V-card attachment.
  • Page 59 Press select and send an entry from your If you selected Send V-card. The Enter a Verizon Wireless phone number or any e-mail address using the keypad, then press composer displays. To enter special characters necessary for an e-mail address, press the left soft key ( menu where you can select from a variety of characters.

  • Page 60: My Phone

    Once you’ve returned to the Pix Msg composer, press the down navigation key to highlight Press the right navigation key if you want to enter a subject for the V-card, or press the right soft key ( Back to cancel entering a subject. Once you’ve returned to the Pix Msg composer, press to send the V-card.

  • Page 61: Delete All

    Delete all Delete All allows the deletion of all entries in your Phonebook. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press prompted to enter the lock code. Enter the lock code. The default lock code is the last four digits of your phone number.

  • Page 62: Recent Calls

    Recent calls Use Recent Calls to view received, dialed, and missed calls for your phone. You can also use Recent Calls to erase your call history and view Call Timers. Functionality of Recent Calls is dependent upon availability with the service provider’s network and whether or not Caller ID is enabled.

  • Page 63: Delete Call Logs

    With the desired call log appearing in the display, press the left soft key ( the display with the options listed in the following table. Option Save Number Delete Mark & Delete Send Message Use the navigation keys to highlight an option. Press to perform the highlighted function.

  • Page 64: Delete All Call Logs

    Delete all call logs You can use the Delete Call Logs to clear all calls in each call log at one time. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press Press All Call Logs?” displays. Press the left soft key ( logs, or press the right soft key ( Delete Call Logs Call timers...
  • Page 65 The sub menus listed in the following table display. Option Function Last Call Timer View the duration of your last call. View the duration of total incoming calls Total Received received since last erased. View duration of calls dialed from your phone Total Dialed since last erased.

  • Page 66: Messages

    Messages Your phone is capable of sending and receiving messages with other compatible phones and devices. Before you send messages, it’s best to cover the basics of composing messages using the four entry modes, T9 Word Available memory is shared between all messages. You can store up to 50 incoming/outgoing text messages, 20 incoming/outgoing pix messages, and 40 pix message notifications.

  • Page 67: Abc Mode

    Change text entry modes While composing a text message, press the left soft key Option to display a pop-up menu with the options listed in the following table. Option Function Choose the method of text entry. Choose from up to 17 messages (11 are pre- Quick Text composed as factory defaults, but all 17 can be edited).
  • Page 68 Use the left/right navigation keys to T9 Word display Now, for practice, enter the word “Samsung” into your message by pressing each of the following keys only once: T9 Word recognizes that the most frequently used word for the sequence that you just entered is “...

  • Page 69: Symbol Mode

    123 mode Enter numbers into a text message while in number mode ). See “Change text entry modes” on page 59 for instructions on changing text entry modes. • While in 123 mode, press the key containing the number that you want to insert into your message. Symbol mode Symbol mode enables you to enter symbols such as into a text message.

  • Page 70: Send Text Messages

    Use the navigation left/right keys to page through the other symbols, if necessary. Enter the key that corresponds with the symbol that you want to enter. For example, press exclamation point ( Repeat steps 3 through 6 to insert as many symbols into your message as desired.
  • Page 71 After selecting or entering your recipients in the Send To field, press display. Compose your message using the keypad. At any point while composing a message, press the left soft key ( Option to display the options listed in the following table. Option Quick Text Add Number...
  • Page 72 Use the navigation key to highlight press . The Send Option categories and options listed in the following table appear in the display. Category Normal Priority Urgent None 30 Min 1 Hour 2 Hours Validity 12 Hours 1 Day 2 Days 3 Days 5 Days Privacy...

  • Page 73: Receive Text Messages

    Receive text messages When you receive a message in standby mode, the message tone sounds, (unless turned off), and in the display along with the closed envelope icon ( date and time of the message also appear in the display. •...
  • Page 74 In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press Enter the phone number or e-mail address of the recipient (or recipients) using the keypad. Press the left soft key ( menu the following options. Option Function Change the text entry mode. Enter a domain suffix for an email address.
  • Page 75 Press the right navigation key to add a message. Compose your message, then press returned to the Pix Msg composer. Press the down navigation key to highlight and then press the right navigation key to add a sound to your message. Use the navigation key to highlight the type of sound you want to insert into your message, then press Browse available sounds using the navigation key, then...

  • Page 76: Send A Pix Msg In Camera Mode

    Send a pix msg in camera mode Only available within Verizon Wireless Enhanced Services Area. You can send a Pix Msg to recipients with compatible Verizon Wireless phones, devices, or email. You can even accompany a Pix Msg with a voice memo or preloaded sound.
  • Page 77 By default, the cursor is on left soft key ( add a message. Compose your message using the keypad, then press . You’re returned to the Pix Msg composer. Press the down navigation key. Press the right navigation key to display these items: Option Function Preloaded...

  • Page 78: Receive A Pix Msg

    Once you’ve inserted a name card or an entry from your Phonebook, you’re returned to the Pix Msg composer. Send Press appears in the display and a progress bar indicates the send status. Receive a pix msg Only available within Verizon Wireless Enhanced Services Area.
  • Page 79 Download a pix msg Only available within Verizon Wireless Enhanced Services Area. When you receive a new Pix Msg, press Downloading... After downloading, the image (and text if any) contained in the Pix Msg appear in the display. Use the navigation keys to scroll through the message or view the entire picture if necessary.

  • Page 80: Send Flix Msg

    Send flix msg Only available within Verizon Wireless Enhanced Services Area. You can add a message, a video, and a subject to your Flix Msg. This is also known as Multimedia Messaging (MMS). In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press Enter the phone number or e-mail address of the recipient (or recipients) using the keypad.
  • Page 81 You can send a Pix or Flix Msg to up to ten recipients. Separate each recipient’s address or phone number with a space in the Send to field of the Pix Msg composer. Press once you’ve finished entering the number or e-mail address of the recipients in the fields.

  • Page 82: Message Folders

    Press the down navigation key once to highlight the Subject field, and then press the right navigation key to display the Subject composer. Enter a subject using the keypad, then press returned to the Flix Msg composer. Press to send the message to the intended recipient(s).
  • Page 83 OICEMAIL MESSAGES IN THE In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press Use the navigation key to highlight the message that you want to view. Press to view details of the highlighted message. For Voicemail options, the right soft key the left soft key access your voicemail system and retrieve your messages.
  • Page 84 Since the options listed depend on the type of message you are viewing, the following table is a complete list of the options available. Option Function Reply Reply to the message. Forward Forward the message to another recipient. Delete Delete the message and its contents. Save the number of the sender to your Phone- Save Address book as a new entry or add to an existing entry.
  • Page 85 Outbox Your phone stores messages in the Outbox, regardless of whether the message was successfully transmitted. EVIEW MESSAGES IN THE In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press messages appear in the display. Use the navigation key to highlight the message that you want to review, then press While viewing the message, press the left soft key ( Option...
  • Page 86 REATE A DRAFT TEXT MESSAGE In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press Enter the phone number of the recipient, then press Compose your message using the keypad, then press the left soft key ( the display. Scroll down with the navigation key until highlighted, then press appears in the display and your message is saved to the Saved/Drafts folder.

  • Page 87: Web Alert

    When you finish editing your message and the message composer screen displays, press message, if desired. Web alert Contact Verizon Wireless for availability. Occasionally, Verizon Wireless may send notifications to your phone in the form of Web Alerts. These alerts may contain information regarding new services or updates.
  • Page 88 Option Insert Signature Auto Play Auto View Use the navigation key to highlight the desired setting. Press to perform the function for the highlighted option or to enter its sub menu. ETTING In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press Pix Msg Setting appear in the display.
  • Page 89 NTRY Use Entry Mode to select the default method of text entry. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press Entry Mode ). The options listed in the following table appear in the display. Option Function Alphabet Enter text into messages using multiple keypresses. T9 Word Enter text into messages using T9 Word.
  • Page 90 Enter a new callback # number using the keypad, then press to save your changes. ELETE Use Auto Delete to set the disposal method of messages after they are read. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press Auto Delete The options listed in the following table appear in the display.
  • Page 91 NSERT A PAUSE INTO A VOICE MAIL NUMBER While viewing the voice mail number, press the left soft key Option to display a pop-up menu with these options: Option Function Insert a “hard” pause into the dialing string. The phone P Pause waits for input from you before dialing resumes.

  • Page 92: Get It Now

    Get It Now Only available within Verizon Wireless Enhanced Services Area. With Get It Now, you can download full featured applications such as games, personalized ring tones, and pictures. You can also use it to send and receive instant messages, email, or browse the web to catch up on all the latest information.

  • Page 93: Get It Now Settings

    Use the navigation key to highlight the category of your choice, then press Select the application you want to download and follow the online directions. Get It Now settings Settings Use the move, order applications, and more. In standby mode, press the right navigation key to launch Get It Now.

  • Page 94: Remove Applications

    Remove applications You can remove applications to free up space for other applications. At the Get It Now menu, press the right navigation key once to highlight Use the navigation key to highlight press . Any applications that you’ve downloaded to your phone appear in the display.

  • Page 95: Mobile Web

    Mobile Web Only available within the Verizon Wireless Enhances Services Area. Your SCH-a890 utilizes conveniently surf the web using your phone. • Each time you launch Mobile Web, your phone connects to the Internet and the service indicator icon appears in the display.

  • Page 96: Exit Mobile Web

    Use the navigation key to browse the categories. Once the desired category is highlighted, press enter the category list. Exit Mobile Web • Press to exit Mobile Web. Navigate the web Only available within the Verizon Wireless Enhances Services Area. When you use Mobile Web some of the keys operate differently than during a normal phone call.

  • Page 97: How Mobile Web Keys Work

    How Mobile Web keys work The following table lists Mobile Web keys and their functions. Name Naviga- tion Key Clear Key Asterisk/ Shift Key 0/Next Key Pound/ Space Key Numbers 1 - 9 END Key Left Soft Right Soft SEND Key Function Use the navigation key to browse lists and highlight options.

  • Page 98: Links

    Links Only available within the Verizon Wireless Enhances Services Area. Links can serve several purposes, such as jumping to a different page, to a different site, or initiating a phone call. Links are shown underlined inside of brackets ([ ]). Normally, the left soft key ( link.

  • Page 99: Multimedia

    Multimedia Take full color digital pictures, display them on your phone’s vivid color display, and share them with family and friends. It’s fun, and as easy to use as a traditional point-and-click camera – just take a picture, view it on the display, and send it to up to ten people, right from your phone.

  • Page 100: Downloading A Video Clip

    You can choose from the following categories: Name NEWS ENTER- TAINMENT SPORTS WEATHER After choosing the category you want, select a content provider and press applicable. Use the navigation key to highlight a video and read its description. Press Highlight connection and buffering occurs, the video clip begins playback.

  • Page 101: Deleting Video Clips

    Once the download is completed, “ Play video now? Select and press clip is saved to Not all video content available can be downloaded to your phone; however, all content is available for viewing. Deleting Video Clips VZW Media Player Launch the lanching your video player, review “Browsing, Selecting and Playing Video Clips”...

  • Page 102: Taking Pictures

    Content Provider Highlight a Options Alerts Highlight Configure Alerts HIghlight Select the alert content you want, and then select to Save Fees apply for text messages/alerts both sent and received. Taking pictures Taking pictures with the built-in camera is as simple as choosing a subject, pointing the lens, and pressing a button.

  • Page 103: Saving Pictures

    Camera session options When the camera is active, a group of icons line the bottom of the display. Use the left/right navigation keys to highlight an icon. Once highlighted, use the up/down navigation keys to change settings for the selected option. The following table lists the icons and a short description.

  • Page 104: Taking Videos

    Taking videos Your phone is capable of recording short videos (and audio) of up to 15 seconds in length. Saved videos are stored in the Video Gallery The number of videos you can store in the Video Gallery depends on their size, as well as other media, like pictures, saved in your phone’s memory.
  • Page 105 Press Video Gallery Use the navigation key to highlight the folder you want, then press Use the navigation key to highlight the video you want, then press the right soft key ( Press the left soft key ( menu with the options listed in the following table. Option Function Mark...

  • Page 106: Other Camera Features

    Other camera features The camera has a Media Gallery for browsing stored pictures, creative imaging features for picture enhancement, and more. Media Gallery Media of all types are stored in the Media Gallery. You can also view memory info for the Media Gallery to see how much space you’ve used (and have left) for stored media In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press...
  • Page 107 View the media gallery in thumbnails In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press Photo Gallery Highlight the folder you want, then press the image galleries using the navigation key. Press the right soft key ( screen. Press the left soft key ( menu with the options listed in the following table.

  • Page 108: Image Retouch

    Image retouch Once you’ve saved a picture to the photo gallery, you can open and edit the picture using the Image Retouch option. Image Retouch allows you to perform creative image enhancements as listed in the following table. Retouch Function Option Change the color attributes of the picture between red and blue.

  • Page 109: Camera Settings

    Press to save the picture with changes or press the right soft key ( Camera settings Settings for features such as image size, quality, flash, and others keep you in control of how your camera operates. Image size Preset the size of your pictures using the Image Size setting. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press Camera Settings...
  • Page 110 Flash The built-in flash may enable you to take pictures in low light. The flash is located on the outside of the flip, next to the camera lens. When Flash, Resolution, and Color Tones are defined in the Settings menu, those settings are saved even if the phone is turned off.
  • Page 111 Color Tone Description Subjects in the display and their pictures appear Sepia in a brownish-gray hue. Subjects in the display and their pictures appear Negative with light and dark colors inverted. Bright and dark colors appear inverted, however Solarize other colors appear unchanged. Once the color of your choice is highlighted, press Your settings are saved.

  • Page 112: Shutter Sound

    Shutter sound Choose from four different sounds that your camera makes whenever you snap a picture. Aside from being a cool sound effect, Shutter Sound acts as an audible reminder that your camera has taken the picture. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press Camera Settings Use the navigation key to highlight one of the following...

  • Page 113: Settings

    Settings Settings menu allows you to configure your display, sounds, network preferences, security options, and more. Profile Profiles define properties for such things as ringtones, alerts, and the sounds your keypad makes whenever you press a key. Settings for each of the four available profiles can be left at default or edited to suit your needs.
  • Page 114 These menus appear in the display. Sub Menu Function Volume/ Set the volume level or vibrate setting for calls, Vibrate alarms, and messages. Choose the ringer type for calls, data, and mes- Ringer Type sages. Set the volume, length, and tone type for when Key Beep keys are pressed for the selected profile.

  • Page 115: Display

    Display The Display sub menu affects the menu style, standby mode animation, backlight settings, and more. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press menus listed in the following table appear in the display. Sub Menu Function Choose the display language (English or Language Español).
  • Page 116 Language Change the display language from English to Español or vice versa using the Language sub menu. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press Language Use the navigation key to select the language of your choice, then press Style The Style menu allows you to choose the format used for how the main menus display.
  • Page 117 Default Animations Highlight preloaded animations provided with your phone, or Video Gallery highlight If you choose navigation keys to choose the animation you want, then press . Your settings are saved. HOOSE THE ALLPAPER In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press Press Use the navigation key to highlight...
  • Page 118 Banner Banner allows you to create your own personalized greeting that appears in the display while your phone is in standby mode. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press Press and hold necessary. Enter a word or short phrase (12 characters or less) to appear in your phone’s display when the phone is in standby mode.
  • Page 119 Option Function Set the time for which the keypad backlight remains on Keypad after a period of inactivity. Optional settings are 5, 10, 15 seconds, and Folder Open. Internal (Main) LCD Unless the backlight setting for the LCD has been changed, the backlight dims after a minute of inactivity, and then turns off.

  • Page 120: Security

    Auto hyphen Auto Hyphen automatically hyphenates phone numbers as they are entered. For example: 580-437-0000. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press Hyphen Use the navigation key to highlight . Your setting is saved. ERI (extended roaming indicator) The ERI (Extended Roaming Indicator) displays specific information about your service plan as you use your phone in and out of your service area.

  • Page 121: Lock Phone

    Lock phone Lock Phone restricts the use of your phone with the exception of outgoing calls to 911 and the three user-programmed emergency numbers. Lock Phone allows you to answer calls, but to place calls (except to emergency numbers) you have to unlock the phone.
  • Page 122 Press the new lock code. Enter the new lock code. You’re prompted to confirm the new lock code. Enter the new lock code again for confirmation. A message appears in the display confirming that your lock code has been changed. Your phone does not allow you to view the lock code for security reasons.

  • Page 123: Voice Privacy

    Important! DO NOT depend on this phone as a primary method of calling 911 or for any other essential or emergency communications. Remember to always turn your phone on and check for adequate signal strength before placing a call. TORE EMERGENCY NUMBERS In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press prompted to enter the lock code.
  • Page 124 Use the navigation key to highlight the Voice Privacy option of your choice, then press saved. Restriction Restriction allows you to restrict outgoing and incoming calls. You can also restrict access to your Phonebook. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press prompted to enter the lock code.

  • Page 125: Reset Phone

    Enter the lock code, then press The following memory types appear in the display. Phonebook Recent Calls Messages Multimedia Planner Voice Kit Use the navigation key to highlight the memory type that you want to mark for deletion, then press the left soft key Mark or press the right soft key ( You can mark as many memory types for deletion as...

  • Page 126: Call Options

    Call options Call Options allows you to select the method for answering incoming calls, setting redial options, setting data rates for data calls, and more. Answer options Answer Options contains the sub menus Call Answer and Auto Answer. Call Answer allows you to select the method for answering incoming calls, while Auto Answer allows you to select the delay time before a call is picked up.

  • Page 127: Auto Retry

    In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press Answer Options Press Use the navigation key to highlight on of the following options: After 1 Sec Press to select the highlighted option, or press to return cancel without making a selection. Auto retry Auto Retry automatically redials busy numbers after a preset period of time.
  • Page 128 Data Only available within Verizon Wireless Enhanced Services Area. Use the Data menu to set the baud rate for data calls and when data mode is to be used. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press Data ) to display the Data sub menus listed in the following table.

  • Page 129: Airplane Mode

    Airplane mode With Airplane Mode on, all RF functions for your phone are disabled, and you cannot use your phone to place or receive calls. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press Airplane Mode Use the navigation key to highlight .

  • Page 130: Shortcut List

    TTY mode Your phone is fully TTY/TDD compatible. TTY/TDD equipment is connected to your phone through the headset connector on the left side of the phone. TTY/TDD must be enabled before you can use your phone with a TTY/TDD device. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press Mode...

  • Page 131: Location

    If a list of sub menus appears in the display, use the navigation key to highlight the desired sub menu, then press . The shortcut is added to the list. Location This feature is only available on the Verizon Wireless network.

  • Page 132: Planner

    Planner Planner is a suite of PIM (Personal Information Management) applications such as a Calendar, To Do List, and Memo Pad. Schedule events, set reminders, create to do lists, perform calculations, and more with the digital assistant functionality of this useful feature. Open planner In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press...

  • Page 133: Calendar

    Calendar Schedule up to eight events for any day by indicating each event’s start and end time. Set alarms for events so that you can be alerted before an event takes place. Events scheduled for future dates automatically appear on your Today events schedule for the present day.

  • Page 134: View An Event

    Field Subject Start Date Start Time AM/PM/24 Hours End Date End Time AM/PM/24 Hours Occurs Alarm Reminder Melody Memo Fill in and select event details using the navigation keys and your keypad. Press . The event is saved. View an event In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press appears in the display with the current date highlighted.

  • Page 135: To Do List

    Enter the desired date in the box at the bottom of the display, then press appears in the display with the event date highlighted. Press to view event details for the date. Press the left soft key ( appears in the display. •...

  • Page 136: Alarm Clock

    Add, edit, and erase to-do list tasks In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press Use the navigation key to browse tasks in your To Do List. Events are presented in order of date, then priority. Press the left soft key ( the following table appear in the display.
  • Page 137 Edit Alarm When the Title alarm in the Press the down navigation key once to highlight the field, then enter the time that you want for the alarm to sound. Press the down navigation key once to highlight the field, then use the left/right navigation keys to select 24 hours Press the down navigation key once to highlight the field.
  • Page 138 Press to select a sound you’ve downloaded to your phone. Once you’ve selected a sound for the alarm, you’re returned to the Press to save your settings Disable an alarm before it sounds In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press following options appear in the display.

  • Page 139: Time And Date

    Time and date Use the Time/Date function to set your phone’s date format. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press Use the left/right navigation keys to select the date format, then press This feature is only available when you are in a “No Service Area”...

  • Page 140: World Time

    When you’re finished entering details for the memo, press . The memo is saved. Review, add, edit, and erase memos In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press any stored memos, they appear as a list in the display. With a memo highlighted, press the left soft key ( Option .
  • Page 141 Use the navigation key to display the city (or cities), date, and time that you want to view. The following cities are supported. Alaska Chicago/Mexico Brasilia London Moscow Alma-ata Seoul/Tokyo Wellington Setting daylight saving time (DST) If you use the Dual Clock World Time wallpaper for your display, you must set Daylight Saving Time (DST) indicators for your Home and Visiting Areas, as appropriate.

  • Page 142: Calculator

    Use the navigation key to select your home are visiting area, then press the left soft key ( menu displays. Use the navigation key to select Daylight Savings Time is enabled for the area you selected. Press to return to standby mode. Calculator You can perform calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division using your phone.

  • Page 143: Voice Kit

    Voice kit Voice recognition capabilities of the SCH-a890 are exceptional due to advanced, speaker-independent technology. This means there is no longer a need to “train” your phone to understand your voice. You can finally use your voice in a natural manner to dial numbers, lookup contacts, and even check your phone’s battery level or signal strength.

  • Page 144: Voice Memos

    Voice memos You can use your phone to record voice memos for later playback. You can also record the caller on the other end of the line during a phone conversation. Always obtain the other party’s permission before recording a conversation. The maximum number of voice memos is 30.
  • Page 145 A pop-up menu displays with the following options Option Function Save As Save the voice memo you just recorded. Review (replay) the voice memo you just recorded, Review as well as view details such as the time and date it was recorded.

  • Page 146: Voice Setting

    If you pressed the left soft key ( confirmation message displays and you’re returned to the Voice Memo sub menu. Voice setting Use the Voice Setting sub menus to select the method for Voice Kit activation, or to adapt and reset voice recognition for digits to your voice.

  • Page 147: Voice Kit Active

    Voice kit active This menu option allows you to set the key or action that launches voice kit. To change the current setting, follow these steps. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( Press and the following options are available. [*] Only [*] /Folder [*] /EarMic...

  • Page 148: Voice Signal Commands

    Voice signal commands Voice Signal commands allow you to dial numbers, lookup contact information, and open applications using your voice. Simply say a command at the prompt to record memos, open your phone book, launch the browser, and more. In standby mode, press and hold After a brief pause, display and is pronounced through the speaker.

  • Page 149: Call A Name Or Number

    Call a name or number Call command lets you dial a person by saying the name you’ve stored for that person in your contact list or by saying the telephone number’s digits, even if you have not saved the number in contacts. Voice dialing tips •...

  • Page 150: Digit Dialing

    Say the full name of the person you want to call, exactly as it is entered in your Phonebook. The phone may display one or more names on the screen and prompts “Did you say?” To confirm the name you spoke, wait for the beep and then say “...
  • Page 151 Adapting digits Voice dialing works well for most people without special adaptation. However, people with strong accents or unique voice characteristics may receive better results after adapting the system to match their voices. You should adapt Digit Dial only if the system is frequently unable to recognize your speech.
  • Page 152 Read the description until you are comfortable to proceed, then press Your phone displays the first digit sequence and “ ” plays through the speaker followed by the four digits appearing in the display. Wait for the beep and repeat the digits using your normal tone of voice.

  • Page 153: Looking Up Contacts

    Reset Digits is only available if you have adapted digit dial for your voice. When the confirmation screen displays, press proceed, or press the right soft key ( If you press Reset” displays. Looking up contacts Lookup Use the command to look up contact information for any person stored in your Contacts list.
  • Page 154 Send Say “ .” Your phone displays the message type pop- up menu and prompts, “ Text Say “ .” Your phone prompts, “ number .” Say a name from your Contacts list or say a valid telephone number. Your phone prompts you to confirm the name or number, say “...

  • Page 155: Opening Applications

    The QuickPhrase you want to add to your message does not need to display on the Listening Tab for you to use it in your message. If you are not sure of the phrases available, say “Next Menu” when the Listening Tab displays to see other available phrases.

  • Page 156: Checking Phone Status

    Checking phone status The Check command allows you to view and hear status information about your phone, including your phone number, the current battery or signal strength, and network coverage. Press and hold display and is pronounced through the speaker. Check Say “...

  • Page 157: Usage Guidelines: All About Performance And Safety

    Usage guidelines: all about performance and safety Getting the most out of your reception 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.

  • Page 158: Knowing Radio Frequency Safety

    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.

  • Page 159: Maintaining Safe Use And Access To Your Phone

    • 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 is inoperable, return it to Verizon Wireless or call Customer Care for service.
  • Page 160 When available, use a hands free device. If possible, add an additional layer of convenience and safety to your wireless phone with one of the many hands free accessories available today. Please Note: Hands free devices are required by law in some areas. You are solely responsible for ensuring that your phone use complies with all applicable laws.

  • Page 161: Following Safety Guidelines

    Use your wireless phone to call for help. Dial 9-1-1 or other local emergency number in the case of fire, traffic accident or medical emergencies. Remember, it is a free call on your wireless phone! Use your wireless phone to help others in emergencies. If you see an auto accident, crime in progress or other serious emergency where lives are in danger, call 9-1-1 or other local emergency number, as you would want...

  • Page 162: Turning Off Your Phone Before Flying

    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.

  • Page 163: Caring For The Battery

    The guidelines listed below help you get the most out of your battery’s performance. • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and desktop chargers. These chargers are designed to maximize battery life. Using other batteries or chargers voids your warranty and may cause damage.
  • Page 164 For safety, do not handle a damaged or leaking Li-Ion battery. For safe disposal options of your Li-Ion batteries, contact your nearest Samsung-authorized service center. Special Note: Be sure to dispose of your battery properly. In some areas, the disposal of batteries in household or...

  • Page 165: Acknowledging Special Precautions And Fcc Notices

    Body-Worn Operation To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines, if you wear a handset on your body, use the Samsung supplied or approved carrying case, holster or other body-worn accessory. If you do not use a body-worn accessory, ensure that the antenna is at least one inch (2.5 centimeters) from...
  • Page 166 Use of non- Samsung approved accessories may violate FCC RF exposure guidelines. For more information about RF exposure, please visit the FCC website at www.fcc.gov. This Model Phone Meets The Government’s Requirements For Exposure To Radio Waves.
  • Page 167 network. In general, the closer you are to a wireless base station antenna, the lower the power output. Before a phone model is available for sale to the public, it must be tested and certified to the FCC that it does not exceed the limit established by the government adopted requirement for safe exposure.

  • Page 168: Fda Consumer Update

    Additional information on Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) can be found on the Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association (CTIA) web-site at http://www.wow-com.com. FDA consumer update Do wireless phones pose a health hazard? The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using wireless phones. There is no proof, however, that wireless phones are absolutely safe.
  • Page 169 notify users of the health hazard and to repair, replace or recall the phones so that the hazard no longer exists. Although the existing scientific data do not justify FDA regulatory actions, FDA has urged the wireless phone industry to take a number of steps, including the following: •...
  • Page 170 FCC also regulates the base stations that the wireless phone networks rely upon. While these base stations operate at higher power than do the wireless phones themselves, the wireless exposures that people get from these base stations are typically thousands of times lower than those they get from wireless phones.
  • Page 171 studies, however, have suggested that low levels of RF could Accelerate the development of cancer in laboratory animals. However, many of the studies that showed increased tumor development used animals that had been genetically engineered or treated with cancer-causing chemicals so as to be pre-disposed to develop cancer in absence of RF exposure.
  • Page 172 directly applicable to human populations, but ten or more years’ follow-up may be needed to provide answers about some health effects, such as cancer. This is because the interval between the time of exposure to a cancer-causing agent and the time tumors develop - if they do - may be many, many years.
  • Page 173 through contracts to independent investigators. The initial research will include both laboratory studies and studies of wireless phone users. The CRADA will also include a broad assessment of additional research needs in the context of the latest research developments around the world. How can I find out how much radio frequency energy exposure I can get by using my wireless phone?
  • Page 174 What has FDA done to measure the radio frequency energy coming from wireless phones? The Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) is developing a technical standard for measuring the radio frequency energy (RF) exposure from wireless phones and other wireless hand sets with the participation and leadership of FDA scientists and engineers.
  • Page 175 If you must conduct extended conversations by wireless phone every day, you could place more distance between your body and the source of the RF, since the exposure level drops off dramatically with distance. For example, you could use a headset and carry the wireless phone away from your body or use a wireless phone connected to a remote antenna.

  • Page 176: Medical Equipment

    What about wireless phone interference with medical equipment? Radio frequency energy (RF) from wireless phones can interact with some electronic devices. For this reason, FDA helped develop a detailed test method to measure electromagnetic interference (EMI) of implanted cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators from wireless telephones. This test method is now part of a standard sponsored by the Association for the Advancement of Medical instrumentation (AAMI).

  • Page 177: Ctia Safety Information

    Where can I find additional information? For additional information, please refer to the following resources: • FDA web page on wireless phones (http://www.fda.gov/cellphones/) • Federal Communications Commission FCC) RF Safety Program (http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety) • International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (http://www.icnirp.de) •...

  • Page 178: Antenna Care

    Those standards were based on comprehensive and periodic evaluations of the relevant scientific literature. For example, over 120 scientists, engineers, and physicians from universities, government health agencies, and industry reviewed the available body of research to develop the ANSI Standard (C95.1). The design of your phone complies with the FCC guidelines (and those standards).

  • Page 179: Electronic Devices

    • Use hands-free operation, if available. • Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions so require. Electronic devices Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF signals. However, certain electronic equipment may not be shielded against RF signals from your wireless phone.

  • Page 180: Blasting Areas

    THER MEDICAL DEVICES If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information. Turn your phone OFF in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so.

  • Page 181: Owner's Record

    Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury of even death. Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often but not always clearly marked. They include fueling areas such as gasoline stations; below deck on boats; fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities;...

  • Page 182: User Guide Proprietary Notice

    User Guide Proprietary Notice CDMA Technology 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 Text Input is licensed by Tegic Communications and is covered by U.S. Pat. 5,818,437, U.S. Pat. 5,953,541, U.S. Pat.

  • Page 183: Limited Warranty

    (d) malfunctions resulting from the use of Product in conjunction with the accessories, products, ancillary, or peripheral equipment not furnished or approved by SAMSUNG; (e) defects or damage from improper testing, operation, maintenance, installation, or adjustment; (f) installation, maintenance, and service of...
  • Page 184 (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...
  • Page 185 SAMSUNG. If SAMSUNG determines that any product is not covered by this limited warranty, purchaser must pay all parts, shipping, and labor charges for the repair or return of said product. What Are the Limits On SAMSUNG’s Liability?
  • Page 186 LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IN ADDITION SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE, USE, OR MISUSE OF, OR INABILITY TO...
  • Page 187 AS LIMITED AS THE LAW PERMITS. THE PARTIES UNDERSTAND THE PURCHASER MAY USE THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE PRODUCT. SAMSUNG MAKES NO WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS AND THERE ARE NO CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, AS TO THE QUALITY,...
  • Page 188 Warranty, or make additional warranties binding on SAMSUNG. Accordingly, additional statements such as dealer advertising or presentation, whether oral or written, do not constitute warranties by SAMSUNG and should not be relied upon. Samsung Telecommunications America, L.P. 1301 E. Lookout Drive...

  • Page 189: Index

    Numerics 10 driver safety tips ... 16 1X protocol icon ... 114 911, about Add, edit, erase tasks ... 173 Airbag information ... 121 Airplane mode Alarm clock ... 130 disable an alarm ... 16 icon ... 130 snooze Alpha-numeric keypad ...
  • Page 190 ... 30 Contacts, opening CTIA safety infor- ... 169 mation ... 160 CTIA website ... 120 Data menu ... 116 Delete memory ... 8 Desktop charger Dialing ... 36 one-touch ... 36 three-touch ... 36 two-touch ... 17 Dialogue boxes Digit dial adapt to your voice ...
  • Page 191 ... 33 Hard pause Headset connector Icons ... 16 battery strength ... 15 display ... 16 in use ... 15 signal strength ... 17 silent mode ... 16 voice mail ... 100 Image retouch Important, description ... 16 In use icon ...
  • Page 192 ... 24 Navigating menus ... 15 Navigation key Navigation key short- ... 25 cuts New message icon No service indicator ... 6 Notes and tips ... 6 Notes, description ... 77 Outbox folder Outbox, reviewing mes- ... 77 sages ... 173 Owner’s record ...
  • Page 193 Roam option ... 16 Roaming indicator Safe use of your ... 151 phone Safety guidelines, ... 153 following ... 180 Samsung address Samsung phone ... 180 numbers ... 159 SAR values ... 95 Save pictures SCH-a890 closed view SCH-a890 key features...
  • Page 194 ... 14 Speaker Special precautions, ... 157 Speed dial, assigning ... 35 Speed dialing Store numbers, short- ... 39 cuts ... 128 Tasks, editing ... 58 Text entry modes Text message settings Text messages, ... 65 receiving Text messages, ... 62 sending ...
  • Page 195 Wallpaper, choosing Warranty information Samsung liability Samsung obli- ... 176 gations ... 175 what is covered ... 79 Web alert Websites ... 160 CTIA ... 169 ... 169 ... 169 ICNIRP ... 169 NRPB ... 169 ... 132 World time ...

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