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QUAD BAND Series
SGH-A836
Portable Digital Mobile Phone
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating your phone,
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  • Page 1 QUAD BAND Series SGH-A836 Portable Digital Mobile Phone User Manual Please read this manual before operating your phone, and keep it for future reference.

  • Page 2: Intellectual Property

    Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and its related entities. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Samsung Electronics Canada, Inc. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Important Safety Precautions ... 1 Getting Started ... 3 SIM Card ... 3 Activating Your Phone ... 3 Switching the Phone On and Off ... 9 Your Phone ... 10 Features of Your Phone ... 10 Phone Layout ... 11 Display ...
  • Page 4 Using T9 Mode ... 37 Using Alphabet Mode ... 38 Using Number Mode ... 39 Using Symbol Mode ... 39 Transferring Files ...40 Transferring Files via USB Cable ... 40 Transferring Files via Bluetooth ... 42 Transferring Files via microSD Card ... 43 Transferring Files Using MTP ...
  • Page 5 Vision ... 95 Video/Radio ... 95 Mobile TV ... 95 Rogers Music Player ... 95 Friends ... 96 MobileMail ... 96 Internet ... 97 More Services ... 97 Messages ... 98 Rogers IM ... 98 MobileMail ... 100 Create New Message ... 100 Message Folders ...
  • Page 6 Solving Problems ...155 Health and Safety Information ...158 Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals ... 158 For Body Operation ... 159 Precautions When Using Batteries ... 160 Operating Environment ... 161 Electronic Devices ... 161 Potentially Explosive Environments ... 163 Emergency Calls ...

  • Page 7: Important Safety Precautions

    Important Safety Precautions Please read these guidelines before using your wireless phone. Failure to comply with them may be dangerous or illegal. Road Safety at All Times Do not use a hand-held phone while driving; park the vehicle first. Switching Off When Refueling Do not use the phone at a refueling point (service station) or near fuels or chemicals.

  • Page 8: Sensible Use

    Water Resistance Your phone is not water-resistant. Keep it dry. Accessories and Batteries Use only Samsung-approved accessories and batteries. Use of any unauthorized accessories could damage your phone and may be dangerous. Qualified Service Only qualified service personnel may repair your phone.

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Getting Started SIM Card When you subscribe to a cellular network, you receive a plug-in SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, and optional services you have selected. Activating Your Phone Activating your phone requires several steps: inserting the SIM card, charging the battery, and turning the phone on.

  • Page 10: Installing The Sim Card

    2. Pull the top edge of the cover away from the back of the phone then slide the cover up until the catches at the bottom are released. 3. Lift the battery out of the phone (bottom edge first). Installing the SIM Card Important! The plug-in SIM card and its contacts can be easily damaged by scratches or bending.

  • Page 11: Installing The Battery

    Position the SIM card with the gold contacts facing toward the phone and the angled corner at the outer right side (as indicated on the phone), then slide the card into the SIM socket. To remove the SIM card, slide it out of the socket. Installing the Battery 1.
  • Page 12 2. Press the battery down until it is seated in the battery chamber. Make sure that the battery is properly installed before replacing the cover. 3. With the battery in position in the phone, slide the bottom edge of the cover into the phone, ensuring that the catches at the bottom of the cover fit into their respective slots, then press the cover into the phone.

  • Page 13: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery Your phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion (lithium ion) battery. Use the travel adapter to charge the battery, and use only Samsung approved batteries and chargers. Note: Fully charge the battery before using your phone for the first time. A discharged battery recharges fully in approximately four hours.
  • Page 14 with the triangle on the connector facing the front of your phone and plug the connector into the jack. 2. Plug the adapter into a standard AC wall outlet. If the phone is off, the display indicates that the phone is charging. If the phone is on, the bars in the battery icon flash to indicate charging.

  • Page 15: Switching The Phone On And Off

    low, the phone automatically turns off. Recharge the battery to restore phone operation. Switching the Phone On and Off To switch the phone on: 1. Open the phone. 2. Press and hold [ 3. If prompted, enter the password and press <Confirm> or [ further details, see the Security option in section “Set Phone”...

  • Page 16: Your Phone

    Your Phone Features of Your Phone Your phone is lightweight, easy-to-use and offers many valuable features. The following list outlines a few of the features included in your phone.  Bluetooth  Camera and camcorder  Multitasking  Instant messaging capability ...

  • Page 17: Phone Layout

    Phone Layout Closed View of Your Phone The following illustration shows the external elements of your phone 1. Camera key: Opens the Camera menu. 2. Volume keys/Menu Navigation: Allow you to adjust the ringer volume in standby mode, mute the ringer when receiving a call and adjust the voice volume during a call.

  • Page 18: Open View Of Your Phone

    Open View of Your Phone The following illustration shows the rest of the main elements of your phone: 1. Main Display: This screen displays all the information needed to operate your phone. 2. Menu Access/Confirm/Speakerphone key: While in Idle mode, it launches the main menu.
  • Page 19 4. MobileMail key: Opens the MobileMail service. 5. Send key: Allows you to place or receive a call. In Idle mode, press the key once to access the Recent Call log. Press and hold the key to redial the most recent call. 6.
  • Page 20 navigation keys work as shortcuts, allowing you to access other menus directly. The shortcuts are: Press Left to access the Call History menu. Press Down to open the Contacts menu. When entering text, the left and right navigation keys move the cursor left and right.

  • Page 21: Display

    Display Display Layout The internal display has three main areas: Area Icons Text and graphics area Soft key function indicators Icons Text and graphics area Soft key function indicators Description Displays various icons that indicate phone status. Displays messages, menus, instructions and any information that you enter, such as the number you are dialing.
  • Page 22 Icons Shows the received signal strength. The more bars, the stronger the signal. Appears when a call is in progress. Appears when there is no network coverage available. Appears when the phone is accessing services on a GPRS (2.5G) network. Appears when the phone is accessing services on a UMTS (3G) network.
  • Page 23 Appears when a memory card is inserted. Appears when Bluetooth wireless technology is active. Appears when the phone’s profile is set to Silent. Appears when the phone’s profile is set to Driving. Appears when the phone’s profile is set to Outdoor. Appears when Call Alert Type is set to Melody or Increasing Melody.

  • Page 24: Selecting Functions And Options

    Selecting Functions and Options Soft Keys There are two soft keys, left and right (see “Open View of Your Phone” on page 12). The roles of the soft keys vary depending on the function you are currently using. The icons or labels on the bottom line of the display just above each key indicate their current role.

  • Page 25: Send Key

     Press and hold to turn on your phone.  Briefly press once to disconnect a call.  Press to return to standby mode from a menu. Send Key The Send key is used to answer calls, dial calls, and to recall the last number(s) dialed, received, or missed.

  • Page 26: Memory Card

    Games and Apps icon: Allows you launch games or other applications while using the handset for other tasks. End all? icon: Allows you to cancel multitasking and return to the idle screen. When the application-switch window is open, scroll to the application you want to open using the navigation keys, or press the Multitasking key repeatedly.

  • Page 27: Inserting A Microsd Card

    Note: Before using a microSD card, it must be formatted with the FAT32 file system. Check the documentation that came with the memory card and, if necessary, format the card. Inserting a microSD Card Note: Ensure your battery is fully charged before using a microSD card. Your data may become damaged or unusable if the battery runs out while reading or writing to the microSD card.

  • Page 28: Removing A Microsd Card

    Note: If this is the first time that the microSD card is inserted into your phone, the phone automatically creates a series of folders on it for file storage (Ring Tunes, Graphics, Video, Music Voice list). Removing a microSD Card Warning! Do not remove a microSD card while files are being accessed or transferred.

  • Page 29: Formatting A Microsd Card

    To insert a microSD card into a microSD adapter, hold the card with the label side facing up and the gold contacts toward the adapter. Gently insert the card into the adapter and slide it into the adapter until it is fully inserted. To remove a microSD card from a microSD adapter, grasp the front edge of the microSD card and gently pull it out of the adapter.

  • Page 30: Call Functions

    Call Functions Making a Call From the Idle screen, enter the phone number (with area code, if necessary), then press [ Note: When you activate the Auto Redial option, the phone automatically redials up to ten times when the call is not answered or someone is already on the phone. For carriers that automatically divert unanswered calls to voice mail, the Auto redial feature will not provide useful service.

  • Page 31: Answering A Call

    Ending a Call When you want to end your call, briefly press [ Redialing a Recent Number All incoming, outgoing and missed calls are listed in the Call History menu. If the number or caller is listed in your Contact List, the name associated with the number also displays.

  • Page 32: Missed Calls

    1. Open the phone and press [ call. If the Any Key option in the Call Answer menu is activated, you can press any key to answer a call except [ Call Answer section in “General” on page 135 for more information). If the Open Flip option in the Call Answer menu is activated, you can answer the call simply by opening the phone (see the Call Answer section in “General”...

  • Page 33: Silent Profile

    Calling Back a Missed Call To call back a missed call number: 1. Open the Missed Calls list (see above). 2. Scroll to the call you want to return, press <Options> and select Call Back. Sending a Message to a Missed Call To send a message to a missed call number: 1.
  • Page 34 Your phone provides a quick method for entering the Silent profile:  From the Idle screen, press and hold [ message and the Silent mode icon the Vibration icon  To return to the previous sound profile, press and hold [ screen message indicates the return to the previous sound profile and the Silent mode icon Call Functions...

  • Page 35: Options During A Call

    Options During a Call Your phone provides a number of features that you can use during a call. In Call Options During a call, press <Options> to access the following:  Whisper Mode On/Off: Increases the microphone sensitivity so that you do not have to speak loudly to be heard by the other party.

  • Page 36: Put A Call On Hold

    Put a Call on Hold You can place the current call on hold at any time. You can also make another call while you have a call in progress if your network supports this service. To put a call on hold: 1.

  • Page 37: Using The Speakerphone

    Using the Speakerphone The speakerphone lets people near the phone participate in a call by broadcasting the voice or voices of those on the other end of the line and using the microphone to capture the voices of everyone near the phone. To use the speakerphone function during a call, press [ volume keys to adjust the volume.

  • Page 38: Sending A Sequence Of Dtmf Tones

    3. To add this person to the call, press <Options> and select Join. All call participants are listed on the screen. 4. To continue adding people to the call, repeat steps 2 and 3 above. You can also add incoming callers by answering the call, pressing <Options>, and selecting Join.

  • Page 39: Searching For A Number In Contacts

    helpful for entering a password or an account number when you call an automated system, like a banking service. To send DTMF tones during a call: 1. Press <Options> and select Send DTMF. 2. Enter the numbers you want to send and press <Send> or [ Searching for a Number in Contacts You can search for a number in the Contacts list during a call.

  • Page 40: Access Codes

    Access Codes There are several access codes used by your phone and its SIM card. These codes help protect the phone against unauthorized use. When requested to enter any of the codes, enter the code and press <Confirm>. Except for the PUK and PUK2 codes, access codes can be changed using the Security menu (see the Security section in “Set Phone”...

  • Page 41: Pin2

    To re-enable your PIN: 1. Enter the PUK and press <Confirm>. 2. Enter a new PIN of your choice and press <Confirm>. 3. When the Confirm PIN Code message displays, enter the same code again and press <Confirm>. If you enter an incorrect PUK ten times in succession, the SIM card becomes invalid.

  • Page 42: Entering Text

    Entering Text This section explains the various text input modes for entering characters into your phone. It also describes how to use the T9 predictive text entry system to reduce the number of key strokes required for entering text. Your phone has the following text input modes: ...

  • Page 43: Using T9 Mode

    Using T9 Mode T9 is a predictive text input mode based on a built-in dictionary that allows you to key in characters using a single keystroke. Your phone selects the most likely word based on your keystroke combinations. To enter a word in T9 mode: 1.

  • Page 44: Using Alphabet Mode

    Using Alphabet Mode Use the 0 to 9 keys to enter your text. 1. Press the keys labeled with the letter you want:  Once to enter the first letter  Twice in quick succession for the second letter  Three times in quick succession for the third letter ...

  • Page 45: Using Number Mode

     To shift the case, press [  Move the cursor using the left and right navigation keys.  To delete letters, press [ display. Using Number Mode Number mode lets you enter numbers into a text message. Press the keys corresponding to the digits you want to enter.

  • Page 46: Transferring Files

    Studio 3 software (included with your phone) requires a PC with available USB port, installation of PC Studio 3 on the PC, and a USB cable. Note: For more information on Samsung PC Studio 3, consult the online help provided with the PC Studio 3 software.
  • Page 47 PC Studio screen changes from Not Connected to SGH-A836 Connected.  USB Mode set to PC Studio: The status message at the bottom right of the PC Studio screen changes from Not Connected to SGH-A836 Connected. 3. In the PC Studio program, select Phone Explorer. The Phone Explorer window appears.

  • Page 48: Transferring Files Via Bluetooth

    Bluetooth wireless capability and installation of Samsung’s PC Studio 3 software (included with your phone). Note: For more information on Samsung PC Studio 3, consult the online help provided with the PC Studio 3 software. To transfer files using Bluetooth: 1.

  • Page 49: Transferring Files Via Microsd Card

    Transferring Files via microSD Card You can directly transfer music and other files between your PC and a microSD memory card. 1. Remove the microSD card from your phone (see “Removing a microSD Card” on page 22) and insert it into your PC’s microSD card reader or, if you are using an SD card reader, first insert the microSD card into a microSD adapter (see “Using a microSD Adapter”...

  • Page 50: Transferring Music Using A Media Application

    2. Open My Computer on the PC. The list of contents will include a “Portable Media Device” with the name of your phone (SGH-A836- Phone) and, if a microSD card is inserted in your phone, another “Portable Media Device” for the card (SGH-A836-Card).
  • Page 51 2. Open Windows Media Player on the PC and click the Sync tab. The list of devices at the right side of the screen will include your phone (SGH-A836-Phone) and, if a microSD card is inserted in your phone, the card (SGH-A836-Card). Select the location where downloaded files are to be stored.

  • Page 52: Menus

    Menus This section explains the menu navigation for your phone. It also includes an outline of all the available menus associated with your phone. Some menu options are controlled by the SIM provided by your service provider. Menu Navigation The navigation keys on your phone allow you to scroll through menus quickly and easily.

  • Page 53: List Of Menu Functions

    List of Menu Functions The menu structure is as follows: 1. Rogers Mall 2. Media Music Ring Tunes PIcture Album Videos Voice Notes Tools Other Files Memory Status 3. Games and Apps Get New Games Get New Applications 4. Call History All Calls Missed Calls Calls Made...

  • Page 54: Rogers Mall

    Rogers Mall This menu selection (Menu 1) opens the Internet Browser, accesses Rogers mobile Internet and automatically accesses a Rogers Web page where you can shop for music, ring tunes, games, images and video files; access messaging functions; and view news and information. For information on using your phone’s Internet browser, see “Using the Internet Browser”...

  • Page 55: Media

    Media The Media menu (Menu 2) enables you to:  Manage your media files (audio, graphics, videos, other files)  Use the media player and audio recorder  Take photos and video clips  Set alarms  View the calendar and organize your schedule ...
  • Page 56 Music Options The following options are available when you press <Options> with a music file highlighted. The availability of some of these options depends on the highlighted (selected) file:  Play: Plays the currently selected music file.  Send via: Lets you send the chosen file to a recipient in a Message or via Bluetooth to another Bluetooth device.

  • Page 57: Ring Tunes

    • Bluetooth Visibility: Allows the media file to be shared or released for the use with another Bluetooth device. • Memory Card Settings: Opens the Memory Card Settings menu, where you can view card details, format or rename the card, and turn Bluetooth visibility on or off.
  • Page 58 Press <Options> to access browser options (see “Using the Internet Browser” on page 113). Ring Tunes Options The following options are available when you press <Options> with a ring tune highlighted. The availability of some of these options depends on the highlighted (selected) file: ...

  • Page 59: Picture Album

    • Bluetooth Visibility: Allows the media file to be shared or released for the use with another Bluetooth device. • Memory Card Settings: Opens the Memory Card Settings menu, where you can view card details, format or rename the card, and turn Bluetooth visibility on or off.
  • Page 60 1. From the Idle screen, press [ Highlight the picture you want to view and press [ and select View. Picture File Options The following options are available when you press <Options> with a graphic file highlighted. The availability of some of these options depends on the highlighted (selected) file: ...
  • Page 61 •Create Folder: Lets you create a subfolder. •Move Folder: Lets you move the folder to a new location. •Copy Folder: Lets you copy the folder to another location. •Delete Folder: Deletes the selected folder or subfolder. •Rename Folder: Lets you rename the selected folder or subfolder. •Sort by: Lets you arrange all your files by Date, Type, Name, or Size.
  • Page 62  Delete: Deletes the picture.  Rename: Lets you specify a different name for the file.  Edit: Opens the Image Editor. Press <Options> to access the following editing and sharing tools: •Save as: Lets you specify a unique name for the picture file. Otherwise, pictures are named using the default naming convention (to change the default format see Default Name in the previous section).

  • Page 63: Videos

    • Set as: Allows you to set the photo as wallpaper for the Main Display or Front Display, or assign it to a Caller ID. • Print via: Allows you to print the photo using a USB or Bluetooth connection. ...
  • Page 64 2. Highlight the video clip you want to view and press [ <Options> and select Play. Video File Options The following options are available when you press <Options> with a video file highlighted. The availability of some of these options depends on the highlighted (selected) file: ...

  • Page 65: Voice Notes

    • Sort by: Lets you arrange all your files by Date, Type, Name, or Size. • Bluetooth Visibility: Allows the media file to be shared or released for the use with another Bluetooth device. • Memory Card Settings: Lets you view memory card details, format or rename the card, and enable/disable Bluetooth visibility.
  • Page 66  Move: Lets you move the Selected file or Multiple files to another folder on the phone or a microSD memory card if one is inserted. Highlight the location you want to move the file(s) to and press [  Copy: Lets you place a copy of the Selected file or Multiple files in another location in the phone or a microSD memory card if one is inserted.

  • Page 67: Tools

     Properties: Display all the properties of the currently selected file. Tools Provides access to the Camera, Media Player, Record Audio, Calendar, Alarms, Calculator, World Clock, Stopwatch, Tasks, Notes, Tip Calculator, Converter and Timer. Camera Using the camera in your phone, you can take photos of people or events while on the move.
  • Page 68 2. Adjust the image by aiming the camera at the subject and framing the photo you want to take on the screen.  Press <Menu> to configure settings or apply effects. For more information, see “Camera Options in Capture Mode” on page 62. ...
  • Page 69  Image Size: allows you to set the size (in pixels) of pictures being taken in Single Shot mode. The options are: 1280x960, 640x480 and 320x240. For Multi Shot and Panorama, the size is automatically set to 320x240. For Mosaic Shot and Frame Shot the size is automatically set to 176x144.
  • Page 70 Toggles Night Shot mode on and off  Settings: Allows you to customize your camera settings. See “Camera Settings” on page 150 for complete information. Camera Options After Taking a Photo When Single Shot mode is set to Take And Review and an image you have just taken is displayed, you can press <Options>...
  • Page 71 Recording Videos To record a video: 1. From the Idle screen, press [ Camera. The camera opens in either Camera or Camcorder mode (indicated by the icon on the top left corner of the screen), depending the mode last used. To change the camera mode, press press <Menu>...
  • Page 72  Recording Mode: Switches recording mode between Normal and Picture Message (limits the video clip file size to allow transmission in a Picture Message.).  Size: Indicates that the resolution of the video clip is 176x144.  White Balance: Allows you to set the white balance (color temperature of the surrounding light).

  • Page 73: Media Player

     Settings: Opens the Camera Settings menu See “Camera Settings” on page 150 for more information. Camcorder Options After Recording a Video When you press <Options> after saving a video, the following options are available:  Record Video: returns to the active camcorder screen so you can take another video.
  • Page 74 1. From the Idle screen, press [ Media Player. The choices available are: • Now playing: displays details of a song currently playing or paused. • All Music: Displays a list of all songs currently available on the phone and the microSD memory card (if inserted). •...
  • Page 75 Media Player Options When you open the Media Player and highlight a music file, the following options are available by pressing <Options>:  Add to Playlist: Lets you add the selected file to a new or existing playlist.  Send via: Lets you send the selected file to a recipient in a Message or via Bluetooth to another Bluetooth device.

  • Page 76: Record Audio

     Properties: Displays the properties of the selected file (Title, Size, Format, Duration, Artist, Album, Genre, Date, Location). Play Music Through a Stereo Bluetooth Device Your phone supports the Stereo Bluetooth profile (A2DP) that will play back music in stereo on a stereo Bluetooth headset. Your phone must be paired to a stereo Bluetooth device (see “Bluetooth”...
  • Page 77  Go to Voice Notes: Takes you to the Voice Notes folder where recorded audio clips are stored.  Record Audio Settings: Allows you to select the Default Name for recorded files and the maximum Recording Time (1 Minute, 2 Minutes, 3 Minutes, 4 Minutes, 5 Minutes, 60 Minutes or Limit for MMS).
  • Page 78 To view the Calendar: 1. From the Idle screen, press [ Calendar. The calendar opens in Month, week or day view, depending on the Default View setting (see “Calendar Options” on page 72). In Month view, the current date is highlighted by a box around the number. Use the navigation keys to move to other dates.
  • Page 79  View: Opens the Day view for the selected day.  View Mode: Lets you change the view to one of the other options.  Create: Used to create a new event (Appointment, Anniversary, Holiday, Important or Private).  Go to: Lets you directly select the current day or a specific date. ...
  • Page 80 2. Press <Options> and select Create. 3. Select the type of entry you want to make (Appointment, Anniversary, Holiday, Important or Private). Depending on the type of entry, some of the following options are available:  Title: Enter text describing the event. ...
  • Page 81  Repeat: allows you to repeat the same event on a daily, weekly or monthly basis.  Repeat Every Year: Lets you repeat an Anniversary event every year on the same date.  Every: Lets you specify a multiplier for the Repeat setting, for example if Repeat is set to Weekly and you enter 3 in this box, the event repeats every 3 weeks.
  • Page 82 Missed Alarm Events While viewing the calendar or a calendar entry, the Missed Alarm Event option shows all calendar entries that you have missed. If more than one entry is stored, press the up or down navigation key to scroll to the previous or next entry.
  • Page 83 Note: Your phone is preset to a 12-hour format. To change the time format, see “Set Time & Date” on page 131. 5. Choose Alarm Type and press [ Melody, Vibration, Vibration then Melody, Vibration & Melody, or Vibration & Increasing Melody and press <Select> or [ 6.
  • Page 84 Note: To stop the alarm when it rings, open the phone and press any key. To use the snooze function to delay the alarm, press the Snooze soft key. Adding and Deleting Alarms The default alarm display shows Wake-up Alarm (intended for use as an “alarm clock”), task alarms Alarm 1 to Alarm 4, and Auto Power-up (lets you choose whether the alarm rings when the phone is turned off).

  • Page 85: World Clock

     To make corrections, use [ the equation you have entered and press [ character immediately to the left of the cursor. To view the result, press [ World Clock World Clock allows you to view the time of day in two other parts of the world and graphically depicts the position of these time zones relative to the one you are in.
  • Page 86 3. Press <Stop> to stop the count. Press <Reset> to erase the recorded times. Tasks The Task function lets you create a list of tasks to be completed or “to-do list”. When a task has been completed, you can check it off as done. Entering New Tasks 1.
  • Page 87 To View Tasks 1. From the Idle screen, press [ Tasks. Icons at the right side of the screen indicate the priority level and when an alarm is set. 2. To view the details of a specific task, press [ <Options>...
  • Page 88 Notes Notes lets you create and save text files up to 100 characters that can be viewed later. You can also send a note to someone else via Bluetooth. To create and save a note: 1. From the Idle screen, press [ Notes.

  • Page 89: Tip Calculator

    Tip Calculator The tip calculator helps you calculate the tip on a meal or service and split the bill between the number of people paying. To use the calculator: 1. From the Idle screen, press [ Calculator. 2. Using the numeric keypad and [ the total amount of the bill in Bill.

  • Page 90: Other Files

     To change the amount to be converted, scroll to the amount field and enter the new value using the numeric keypad.  To perform a different conversion, press <Back> to return to the Converter menu. To change the preset currency conversion rates, press <Options> and select View Rate.
  • Page 91 copy files to your memory card. For information on transferring files to and from your phone or a memory card, see “Transferring Files” on page 40. To open the Other Files folder: 1. From the Idle screen, press [ If there is a memory card in your phone, you can access files stored in your phone or on the card using the Left and Right navigation keys to switch between On Phone and On Card.

  • Page 92: Memory Status

    Memory Status The Memory Status menu allows you to view the memory usage and available space in your phone and on an inserted microSD card. It displays the total memory used and available as well as the memory usage for each storage folder.
  • Page 93  Screen Panning: Lets you move the screen view around the document using the navigation keys.  Search: Allows you to locate specific text in the document.  Send via: Lets you send the selected file to a Bluetooth-enabled device. ...

  • Page 94: Games And Apps

    Games and Apps Using the Games and Apps menu (Menu 3) you can play games already stored on your phone, as well as download games and other applications from your service provider. Games Get New Games 1. From the Idle screen, press [ New Games.

  • Page 95: Get New Applications

    Password, Protocol, Home URL, Proxy address, Port, Linger Time, Advanced Settings).  Properties: displays the properties of the selected game, including Size, Version, Supplier, Creation Date and Time, Description and Location. Play a Game To play a game: 1. From the Idle screen, press [ 2.
  • Page 96 Press <Options> to access browser options (see “Using the Internet Browser” on page 113). Games and Apps...

  • Page 97: Call History

    Call History In this menu (Menu 4), you can:  View calls you missed, received or dialed  Add phone numbers from your call history to Speed Dial  View the length of calls made and received While in any of the call lists, press <Options> to access the following functions: ...

  • Page 98: Missed Calls

    Note: You can access the most recent numbers in All Calls by pressing [ Missed Calls This menu (Menu 4.2) lets you view a list of calls you received but did not answer. 1. From the Idle screen, press [ Calls.

  • Page 99: Speed Dial List

    Speed Dial List Using Speed dial (Menu 4.5), you can assign up to eight phone numbers from your Contact list that you use most frequently to the number keys 2 to 9, and then dial them whenever you want simply by pressing and holding the associated number key.

  • Page 100: Delete All

    Using Speed Dial From Idle mode, you can speed-dial the numbers assigned to numeric keys 2 to 9 by pressing and holding the key until the phone begins dialing. Delete All This menu (Menu 4.6) allows you to delete all records in one or more call record types.

  • Page 101: Vision

    Vision The Vision menu (Menu 5) allows you to access numerous online services, including Video/Radio, Mobile TV, Rogers Music Player, Friends, MobileMail, Internet and More Services. Note: These services are provided and maintained by Rogers and some of them require paid subscription.

  • Page 102: Friends

    2. Use the navigation keys corresponding to the screen icons to access the Search, Download, Library and Settings menus. Press [ Settings Play Press <Options> to access additional music player functions, including online Help. Friends Friends (Menu 5.4) opens the Rogers Friends page. 1.

  • Page 103: Internet

    Internet Internet (Menu 5.6) opens the Web browser and accesses the Rogers Zone home page. 1. From the Idle screen, press [ 2. Follow the online instructions shown on your display. For more information on using the Web browser, see “Using the Internet Browser”...

  • Page 104: Messages

    Messages From the Messages menu (Menu 6), you can send and receive a range of different message types from your mobile phone, including:  Instant Message: Rogers IM (Instant Messenger) lets you send and receive instant messages using Windows Live and Yahoo! communities. ...

  • Page 105: Send An Instant Message

    3. Choose Sign In and enter or change the required information (varies depending on the IM community you are accessing). If you want to save your password in the phone and enable Automatic Sign-In when the phone is switched on, highlight each item and press [ check mark in the associated selection box.

  • Page 106: Mobilemail

    Help See the help screens for more information on using instant messaging. MobileMail MobileMail (Menu 6.2) lets you check your email and send email to any email address. Recipients can access your emails from email-equipped phones or from their computers. The messages you create can contain text, photos, videos and voice attachments.
  • Page 107 1. From the Idle screen, press [ New Message. 2. Enter the recipient’s mobile phone number in the address box.  You can enter additional recipients by pressing the right navigation key to move the cursor to the right of the semicolon (;). ...
  • Page 108 While you are composing your text message, press <Options> to select any of the following:  Send: Sends the message.  Text: Lets you turn text selection on. When Text selection is on, you can use the navigation keys to highlight text, then press [ select Text again to access Cut, Copy and Remove functions.
  • Page 109  Input Method: Allows you to change the input method for adding text, numbers and symbols to your message. For more information, see “Changing the Text Input Mode” on page 36.  Add Subject: Takes you to the Subject text box where you can add a subject to the message (Note: this changes the message to a picture message).
  • Page 110 • Recent Log: allows you to choose from a list of recent calls. Highlight a required entry and press [ entry. Use the same procedure to select any additional recipients, then press <Add> to add the recipients to the address box. •...
  • Page 111  Text: Lets you turn text selection on and off. When Text selection is on, you can use the navigation keys to highlight text then press [ to access Cut, Copy and Remove functions. After text is cut or copied, press[ ] to access Send and Paste functions.

  • Page 112: Message Folders

     Add Subject: Takes you to the Subject text box where you can add a subject to the message.  Add Attachment: Lets you attach a File or Business Card to your message, as well as Appointment, Anniversary, Private, Holiday, Important, Tasks, Notes, or Bookmarks information from your calendar.

  • Page 113: View Messages

     My Folder (Menu 6.8): Provides a customizable storage area for messages. You can create subfolders here and manually move messages into them from other folders. This is useful, for example, if you want to store personal messages and business messages separately. ...

  • Page 114: Templates

     Forward: Allows you to forward the message to someone.  Call Back: Makes a voice call to the originating message number.  Preview: Previews multimedia files attached to the message.  Delete: Allows you to delete the Selected message, Multiple messages or All messages.
  • Page 115 2. Highlight Text Templates or Picture Message Templates and press <Select> or [ 3. Press <Options> and select Add New to open a blank template (if the folder is empty, press <Add New>). Enter the text you want to save as a template.

  • Page 116: Use A Template

     Input Method: Allows you to change the input method for adding text, numbers and symbols to your message. For more information, see “Changing the Text Input Mode” on page 36.  Edit Style: Allows you to change text and page styles, including page duration, background color, font color and font style.

  • Page 117: Voice Mail

     Delete: Allows you to delete the selected template or all templates. Press <Yes> to confirm the deletion. Voice Mail These menus allows you to access your voice mailbox, if your account supports this service. Note: Voice mail is a network feature. Please contact your service provider for further details. Configure Voice Mail In order to use your phone’s Voice Mail feature, you must have a valid voice server number configured in your SIM card by your service provider.

  • Page 118: Messages Settings

    1. From the Idle screen, press [ 2. Use the navigation keys to move through the list of folders and press ] to check/uncheck categories of messages. 3. Press <Delete> to delete messages in all checked categories. Press ] to check or uncheck the Delete Locked Messages selection box, if required, then press <Yes>...

  • Page 119: Internet

    Internet This menu selection (Menu 7) opens the Internet Browser and automatically accesses the Rogers home page. You can also view other Internet sites, view sites saved as Bookmarks, create Bookmarks, clear your cache or manage cookies. Accessing an Internet Site There are three ways to access an Internet site: ...

  • Page 120: Browser Options

    Entering Text in the Internet Browser When you are prompted to enter text, the current text input mode is indicated at the upper right side of the screen. See “Entering Text” on page 36 for more information. Browser Options While using the Browser, press <Options> to access the following functions: ...

  • Page 121: Bookmarks

     Advanced: Allows you to change the following settings for the browser. • Clear Caches: Deletes the information stored in the phone’s memory caches (temporary memory where recently accessed web pages are stored). • Empty Cookies: Delete cookies. Cookies are pieces of personal information sent to a web server while navigating the web.

  • Page 122: Edit A Bookmark

     Edit Bookmarks: Lets you edit the title and/or URL of the selected bookmark.  Add Bookmarks: Lets you directly enter a title and URL for a bookmark and save the bookmark.  Send URL via: Send the URL of the current page via a message or Bluetooth.
  • Page 123 Deleting Bookmarks Use the following procedure to delete a Bookmark from your list: 1. With the browser open, press <Options> and select View Bookmarks. 2. Choose the Bookmark you want to delete. 3. Press <Options> and select Delete 4. Press <Yes> or [ To delete all favorites: 1.

  • Page 124: Contacts

    Contacts The Contacts menu (Menu 8) is used to manage your contact list. You can store names and phone numbers in both your SIM card and your phone’s memory, which are physically separate but both used to create the contact list.
  • Page 125  Edit: Allows you to edit the content of this contact entry. Press [ save changes.  Duplicate: Allows you to duplicate a selected entry. This can save time when creating a new contact with similar information to an existing entry. Use the Edit option (see above) to alter the information as required.

  • Page 126: Add New Contact

     Memory Status: Allows you to view the amount of memory allocated and available for the Phone, SIM Card and FDN list. Add New Contact Use the following procedures to store a new contact to your phone or SIM card. Note: The default mode for saving contacts saves to Phone Memory.
  • Page 127  Mobile - Private: Allows entry of a mobile phone number or, if you already entered a number, it appears here. To change the number type (Mobile - Business, Landline - Private, Landline - Business, Fax or Etc.) press <Options> and select Change Type. Use the left and right navigation keys to select the type and corresponding icon, then press <Select>...

  • Page 128: Storing A Number In The Sim Card

    For information on text and numeric entry, see “Entering Text” on page 36. 7. To save the information, press [ Save. Storing a Number in the SIM Card 1. Enter the phone number you want to store directly on the Idle screen. 2.

  • Page 129: Groups

    Groups Using Groups you can organize your contacts into groups such as Business, Family and Friends. You can also assign a unique Caller ID or ring tune to members of a group. Adding Contacts to a Group 1. From the Idle screen, press [ 2.

  • Page 130: My Business Card

     Delete: Allows you to delete the selected group. Note: Deleting a group does not delete individual Contact entries.  Rename: Lets you change the name of the selected group.  Group Settings: Allows you to change the Picture and the Ring Tune associated with the group.
  • Page 131  Caller ID: For recording your Caller ID information  Notes: For adding any other information For information on text and numeric entry, see “Entering Text” on page 36. To add more phone number fields, press <Options> and select Add More Fields.

  • Page 132: Settings

    Settings This menu (Menu 9) lets you customize numerous phone settings to suit your preferences. Set Sound Profile Profiles (Menu 9.1) are groups of customized sound settings that make your phone behave differently in various situations. For example, you may want your incoming call ring tune to play loudly when you are outdoors.

  • Page 133: Viewing And Changing Profile Settings

    Viewing and Changing Profile Settings To view the settings for a profile, open the Set Sound Profile screen (see above), choose the profile you want to change and press [ Each profile is divided into three setting categories you can scroll to using the left and right navigation keys: ...

  • Page 134: Set Display

    Message Settings  Message Alert Type: Lets you specify how you want to be alerted to incoming messages (Melody, Vibration, Vibration & Melody, or Mute).  Message Alert Tone: Lets you specify an alert tone for incoming messages. You can select Use Effect Tone, which provides a choice of four preset tones, or Use My Alert Tone, which allows selection of a tone from the Ring Tunes folder.

  • Page 135: Front Display

    1. In Idle mode, press [ Main Display. The following options are available.  Wallpaper: Allows you to choose a screen background image from the Media folders. Choose a folder and open it by pressing <Select> or [ Choose an image and press <Select> or [ confirm the selection.

  • Page 136: Light Settings

    1. In Idle mode, press [ Front Display. The following options are available.  Wallpaper: Allows you to choose a screen background image. The choices are Clock, My Image or Screen Slogan. • Clock: To change the clock image, press <Options> and select Edit.

  • Page 137: Set Time & Date

    2. Use the navigation keys and <Select> or [ change selections, <Save> or [ The following options are available.  Brightness: Allows you to adjust LCD display brightness for best viewing in different lighting conditions.  Backlight Time Allows you to select the length of time the backlight remains on at full brightness and dimmed while the phone is idle.

  • Page 138: Set Phone

    indicated. You can also enable or disable Daylight Saving, as appropriate. • Time: Lets you change the time setting. Scroll left or right to choose the number you want to modify and then enter a new number using the keypad. To switch between AM and PM, highlight the indicator and press the right navigation key or any number key.
  • Page 139 • Screen text: You can select Automatic, English or Français (French). If you select Automatic, the language setting is read from the SIM card in the phone. • Input T9: You can select English or Français (French) for T9 input mode.

  • Page 140: Set Calls

    • Set FDN Mode: Set FDN (Fixed Dial Number) mode, if supported by your SIM card, allows you to restrict outgoing calls to phone numbers stored in the FDN List. To set this mode you must enter your PIN2. Note: Not all SIM cards have a PIN2 code. If your SIM card does not, this menu does not display.
  • Page 141 General This menu (Menu 9.5.1) lets you configure high-level features that specify how calls are handled. To access the settings for any of these features, use the navigation keys to select the feature and then press [  Show My Number: Lets you specify how your ID is handled when you initiate an outgoing call.

  • Page 142: Voice Call

    Enable and Configure Auto Reject To turn on and configure Auto Reject: 1. In Idle mode, press [  General Auto Reject. 2. Select Activation and use the left or right navigation key to select On. 3. Select Reject List and press [ If this is the first time you have accessed this feature, the only item on the list is the default, Unknown.
  • Page 143 Call Forwarding Call forwarding lets you reroute incoming calls to another number or to your voicemail. Availability of the various options depends on your service provider. Contact your provider for more details on enabling this feature. To set your call forwarding options: 1.
  • Page 144 calls from being made to international phone numbers. This option is SIM dependent and requires a subscription. For more information, contact your service provider. To configure call barring options: 1. In Idle mode, press [  Call Call Barring. The following call-barring options are possible: ...

  • Page 145: Set Connectivity

    4. Press <Confirm>. Call Waiting Call Waiting informs you when someone is trying to reach you while you are on another call. To set Call waiting options: 1. In Idle mode, press [  Call Call Waiting. The screen informs you whether call waiting is activated or deactivated.
  • Page 146 Activation To turn Bluetooth on or off: 1. From the Idle screen, press [  Connectivity required, then press <Save> or [ Note: Turn off Bluetooth when it is not required to save battery life and in situations where Bluetooth use is prohibited. My Devices This function provides a list of Bluetooth devices within range of your phone and lets you pair the phone with one or more devices.
  • Page 147 2. Use the keypad to enter a new name. 3. Press <Save> or [ ] to save the new name. Note: The default name for your phone is SGH-A836, the model code. Secure Mode When Bluetooth visibility is turned on, your phone wirelessly transmits its phone name and status.
  • Page 148 Remote SIM Mode This option allows you to enable access to your SIM card via Bluetooth. Bluetooth Services The Bluetooth specification is a protocol that describes how the short-range wireless technology works, while profiles describe the services supported by individual devices. Profiles reduce the chance that different devices will not work together.
  • Page 149 Bluetooth Device Options There are several options available for connected Bluetooth devices. Choose the device in the My Devices list and press <Options> to access the following options:  Connect/Disconnect: Connects or disconnects from the other device (Bluetooth headset only). ...

  • Page 150: Network Selection

    Receiving Data via Bluetooth To receive data via Bluetooth, your phone’s Bluetooth feature must be active. If an unauthorized Bluetooth device sends data to your phone, the phone displays a confirmation message. To receive data, press <Yes>. Network Selection Network selection (Menu 9.6.2) lets you configure the phone to automatically select the network used when roaming outside of your home area or allow manual selection.
  • Page 151 Select the profile you want, press <Options>, and select an option:  Edit: To review or change the selected profile (custom profiles only).  New: To create a new profile.  Rename: To change the name of the profile (custom profiles only). ...
  • Page 152 Autosync of content from Windows Media Player and DRM (digital rights management).  PC Studio: The phone is automatically recognized by Samsung PC Studio, a Windows-based PC program that you can use to manage personal data and multimedia files or access the Internet using the phone as a modem.

  • Page 153: Set Applications

     Mass Storage: The PC recognizes a microSD card in your phone as a storage drive, allowing you to transfer files to and from the card. The card name appears in the list of disk drives in My Computer on the PC. Choose a connection method and press [ Set Applications The Set Applications menu (Menu 9.7) provides convenient access to...

  • Page 154: Sending Options

    • Validity Period: Specifies how long a message is valid. The message must be sent and received within the specified time period or it is removed from the text message server. Options are None, 1 Hour, 6 Hours, 12 Hours, 1 Day, 3 Days, 1 Week, 1 Month. •...
  • Page 155 • Send Delivery Report: Automatically sends notification to the network indicating whether or not the message was successfully delivered. • Send Read Report: Automatically sends notification to the recipient indicating that you received the message. • Reject Anonymous: Automatically rejects messages belonging to the Anonymous category.

  • Page 156: Browser Settings

    • Language: Allows you to select your preferred language for display of cell broadcast messages. The choices are All, English or Français (French).  Voice Mail: • Specifies the phone number of the voice mail server that stores messages.  Push Message •...

  • Page 157: Player Settings

    • Default Storage: Lets you set the default storage location for the photos taken with the phone to either Phone or Memory Card.  Camera • Quality: Sets the default picture quality to High (best quality, largest file size), Normal (medium quality, medium file size) or Economy (lowest quality, smallest file size).

  • Page 158: Calendar Settings

    Record Audio Settings Record Audio settings (Menu 9.7.6) let you specify the following audio recording settings:  Default Name: Lets you set a default name prefix for audio recordings made with the phone.  Recording Time: Lets you specify the maximum allowable length of an audio recording made with the phone (1 Minute, 2 Minutes, 3 Minutes, 4 Minutes, 5 Minutes, 60 Minutes or Limit for MMS).

  • Page 159: Reset Settings

     Service Number: Shows the list of Service Dialing Numbers (SDN) assigned by your service provider.  Memory Status: Allows you to view the amount of memory allocated and available for Phone, SIM Card and FDN. Reset Settings This menu (Menu 9.8) allows you to reset some or all of your phone settings to their default value.
  • Page 160  Clear Memory: Lets you clear various portions of the phone memory. Select one or more of the following options by highlighting it and pressing ], press <OK>, enter the phone password, then press <Yes> to confirm. • All: Clears saved files from all categories listed in this menu. •...

  • Page 161: Solving Problems

    Solving Problems If you are experiencing problems with your phone, perform the following simple checks before contacting a service professional. This may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary service call. When you switch your phone on, one of the following messages appears Insert SIM Card ...
  • Page 162 “No service,” “Network failure” or “Not done” displays  The network connection was lost. You may be in a weak signal area (in a tunnel or surrounded by buildings). Change location and try again.  You are trying to access an option for which you have not taken out a subscription with your service provider.
  • Page 163 If the above guidelines do not help you to solve the problem, take note  the model and serial numbers of your phone  your warranty details  a clear description of the problem Then contact your local dealer or Samsung after-sales service. ); the number of ) to weak ( Solving Problems...

  • Page 164: Health And Safety Information

    Health and Safety Information Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S.

  • Page 165: For Body Operation

    For Body Operation For body worn operation, this model phone has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with a Samsung-supplied or approved accessory designated for this product or when used with an accessory that contains no metal and that positions the phone a minimum from the body.

  • Page 166: Precautions When Using Batteries

    If left unused, a fully charged battery will discharge itself over time.  Use only Samsung-approved batteries and recharge your battery only with Samsung-approved chargers. When a charger is not in use, disconnect it from the power source.  Do not leave the battery connected to a charger for more than a week, since overcharging may shorten its life.

  • Page 167: Operating Environment

    battery is fully charged. Li-ion batteries are particularly affected by temperatures below 0 C (32 F).  Do not short-circuit the battery. Accidental short-circuiting can occur when a metallic object (coin, clip or pen) causes a direct connection between the + and terminals of the battery (metal strips on the battery), for example when you carry a spare battery in a pocket or bag.

  • Page 168: Hearing Aids

    against the RF signals from your wireless phone. Consult the manufacturer to discuss alternatives. Pacemakers Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum distance of 15 cm (6 inches) be maintained between a wireless phone and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. These recommendations are consistent with the independent research and recommendations of Wireless Technology Research.

  • Page 169: Potentially Explosive Environments

    Other Medical Devices If you use any other personal medical devices, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from external RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information. Switch your phone off in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so.

  • Page 170: Emergency Calls

    Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often but not always clearly marked. They include the areas below deck on boats, chemical transfer or storage facilities, vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane), areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust or metal powders, and any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine.

  • Page 171: Other Important Safety Information

    the only means of communication at the scene of an accident; do not cut off the call until given permission to do so. Other Important Safety Information  Only qualified personnel should service the phone or install the phone in a vehicle.
  • Page 172  Keep the phone dry. Precipitation and humidity contain minerals that may corrode electronic circuits.  Do not use the phone with a wet hand. Doing so may cause an electric shock to you or damage to the phone.  Do not use or store the phone in dusty or dirty areas.

  • Page 173: Fcc Notice

    FCC Notice Cautions Modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. FCC Compliance Information This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.

  • Page 174: Appendix A: Certification Information (Sar)

     Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.  Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help. Appendix A: Certification Information (SAR) THIS MODEL PHONE MEETS THE GOVERNMENT’S REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES.
  • Page 175 Body: 0.409 W/kg Body-worn operations are restricted to Samsung-supplied, approved or non-Samsung designated accessories that have no metal and must provide at least 1.5cm separation between the device, including its antenna whether extended or retracted, and the user’s body. Non-compliance to the above restrictions may violate FCC RF exposure guidelines.

  • Page 176: Appendix B: Safe And Responsible Wireless Phone Use

    The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this model phone with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF exposure guidelines. SAR information on this model phone is on file with the FCC and can be found under the Display Grant section of http://www.fcc.gov/oet/fccid.
  • Page 177 But with wireless phone use, driving safely means a little more. This brochure is a call to wireless phone users everywhere to make safety their first priority when behind the wheel of a car. Wireless telecommunications is keeping us in touch, simplifying our lives, protecting us in emergencies and providing opportunities to help others in need.
  • Page 178 5. Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while driving. If you are reading an Contact list or business card, or writing a to do list while driving a car, you are not watching where you are going. It’s common sense.

  • Page 179: Appendix C: Consumer Update On Wireless Phones

    while driving may require attention, but are not urgent enough to merit a call for emergency services. But you still can use your wireless phone to lend a hand. If you see a broken-down vehicle posing no serious hazard, a broken traffic signal, a minor traffic accident where no one appears injured or a vehicle you know to be stolen, call roadside assistance or other special non-emergency wireless number.
  • Page 180 and other federal health and safety agencies. When the phone is located at greater distances from the user, the exposure to RF is drastically lower because a person’s RF exposure decreases rapidly with increasing distance from the source. The so-called “cordless phones,” which have a base unit connected to the telephone wiring in a house, typically operate at far lower power levels, and thus produce RF exposures well within the FCC’s compliance limits.
  • Page 181 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:  Support needed research into possible biological effects of RF of the type emitted by wireless phones; ...
  • Page 182 get from wireless phones. Base stations are thus not the primary subject of the safety questions discussed in this document. 4. What is FDA doing to find out more about the possible health effects of wireless phone RF? FDA is working with the U.S. National Toxicology Program and with groups of investigators around the world to ensure that high priority animal studies are conducted to address important questions about the effects of exposure to radio frequency energy (RF).
  • Page 183 much exposure a person receives, reducing the amount of time spent using a wireless phone will reduce RF exposure. 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.
  • Page 184 risks. Hands-free kits can be used with wireless phones for convenience and comfort. These systems reduce the absorption of RF energy in the head because the phone, which is the source of the RF emissions, will not be placed against the head. On the other hand, if the phone is mounted against the waist or other part of the body during use, then that part of the body will absorb more RF energy.
  • Page 185 effort by FDA, medical device manufacturers, and many other groups, was completed in late 2000. This standard will allow manufacturers to ensure that cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators are safe from wireless phone EMI. FDA has tested hearing aids for interference from handheld wireless phones and helped develop a voluntary standard sponsored by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE).
  • Page 186 Three large epidemiology studies have been published since December 2000. Between them, the studies investigated any possible association between the use of wireless phones and primary brain cancer, gioma, meningioma, or acoustic neuroma, tumors of the brain or salivary gland, leukemia, or other cancers.
  • Page 187 Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): http://www.epa.gov/radiation/ Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA): http://www.osha-slc.gov/SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/index.html National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH): http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics.emf World health Organization (WHO): http://www.who.int/peh-emf/en International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection: http://www.icnirp.de National Radiation Protection Board (UK): http://www.hpa.org.uk/radiation US Food and Drug Administration http://www.fda.gov/cellphones Health and Safety Information...

  • Page 188: Standard Limited Warranty

    (d) malfunctions resulting from the use of Product in conjunction with accessories, products, or ancillary/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 Product, or (g) Product used or purchased outside the United States or Canada.
  • Page 189 80% of rated capacity or the battery leaks, and this Limited Warranty does not cover any battery if (i) the battery has been charged by a battery charger not specified or approved by SAMSUNG for charging the battery, (ii) any of the seals on the battery are broken or show evidence of tampering, or (iii) the battery has been used in equipment other than the SAMSUNG phone for which it is specified.
  • Page 190 PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, 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 USE THE PRODUCT OR...
  • Page 191 (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR GROSS NEGLIGENCE) OR FAULT COMMITTED BY SAMSUNG, ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES, OR FOR ANY BREACH OF CONTRACT OR FOR ANY CLAIM BROUGHT AGAINST PURCHASER BY ANY OTHER PARTY. SOME STATES/ PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
  • Page 192 Limited 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 Electronics Canada, Inc.

  • Page 193: Index

    Index Access Codes Accessory Interface connector Alarms All Calls Alphabet Mode Answering call second call Audio Recorder Auto Redial Auto Reject Battery charging installing low indicator removing Bluetooth Activation Name Options Searching for new devices Secure Mode Service Profiles Visibility Bluetooth Connectivity Bookmarks Broadcast Messages...
  • Page 194 layout Settings Document Viewer DTMF tones, send Earpiece/Speaker Emergency Call Emergency Calls End Key Entering Text Alphabet Mode Using Number Mode Using T9 mode Using the Symbol Mode Explosive Environments FCC Notice File Transfer Bluetooth microSD Card USB cable Format microSD Card Friends Front Display Settings...
  • Page 195 Microsoft Office Missed Alarm Events Missed Calls calling back deleting sending message Mobile TV MobileMail MP3 Player Multimedia Messaging Service Multi-party Call Multitasking key Multitasking Menu Music Music Player Mute Mute keys My Business Card My Folder Navigation keys Network Selection New Contact in phone memory in SIM card...
  • Page 196 Key Tones Service Dialing Numbers Settings Applications Audio recorder Auto Reject Bluetooth Browser Call Call Barring Call Waiting Camera Connections Connectivity Contact Date & Time Display Messages Network Selection Phone Player Profiles Reset USB Mode Short Message Service Silent Mode SIM card installing Soft keys...

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