Page 1 SCH-a570 Series P O R T A B L E D u a l - M o d e M O B I L E P H O N E User Guide Please read this manual before operating your phone, and keep it for future reference.
Page 2: Intellectual Property
You may not infringe or otherwise violate the rights secured by the Intellectual Property. Moreover, you agree that you will not (and will not attempt to) modify, prepare derivative works of, reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or otherwise attempt to create source code from the software. No title to or ownership in the Intellectual Property is transferred to you.
Page 3 Licensed by Qualcomm Incorporated under one or more of the following patents: U.S. Patent No. 4, 901, 307; 5, 056, 109; 5, 099, 204; 5, 101, 501; 5, 103, 459; 5, 107, 225; 5, 109, 390. Printed in South Korea GH68-08021A Openwave®...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Activating Your Phone ...10 Charging the Battery ...12 Setting Up Your Voice Mail ...13 Understanding this User Manual ...14 Section 2: Understanding Your Phone ... 15 Features of Your Phone ...16 Closed View of Your Phone ...16 Open View of Your Phone ...18 Understanding the Display Screen ...20...
Page 6 Using T9 Mode ...56 Changing the Text Entry Mode ...57 Section 6: Understanding Your Contacts ... 59 Your Contacts List ...60 Adding a New Contacts Entry ...61 Finding a Contacts Entry ...66 Editing an Existing Contact Entry ...71 Renaming a Contacts Group ...75 Deleting a Contact Entry ...75...
Page 7 Alarm Clock ...127 Memo Pad ...129 World Time ...130 Calculator ...131 Count Down ...132 Section 12: Mobile Web ... 135 Mobile Web ...136 Launching Mobile Web ...136 Using Mobile Web ...137 Using Links ...138 How Mobile Web Keys Work ...138 Section 13: Set Up ...
Page 8 Section 14: Health and Safety Information ... 163 Health and Safety Information ...164 Consumer Information on Wireless Phones ...166 Road Safety ...176 Operating Environment ...178 Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices ...179 Potentially Explosive Environments ...180 Emergency Calls ...181 FCC Notice and Cautions ...183...
Page 9: Section 1: Getting Started
• Charging the Battery • Setting Up Your Voice Mail • Understanding this User Manual This section explains how to start using your phone by activating your service, setting up your voice mail, contacting customer support, or getting an understanding of how this manual is put together.
Page 10: Activating Your Phone
Note: Your phone comes packaged with a partially charged rechargeable standard Li-Ion battery and travel adapter. Important: You can use your phone while the battery is charging, but you must fully charge the battery the first time you use your phone, otherwise you could damage the battery.
Page 11 5. You’re now ready to place and receive calls. Note: If you are outside of your carrier’s coverage or roaming area, the No Service icon ( ) appears at the top of the phone’s display. If you cannot place or receive calls, try later when service is available.
Page 12: Charging The Battery
Press and hold the ■ phone powers off. Note: If your phone is on and you press phone will not power off. This prevents your phone from being turned off accidentally. Charging the Battery Your phone is powered by a rechargeable standard Li- Ion battery.
Page 13: Setting Up Your Voice Mail
1. In standby mode, press and hold the Mail answers and begins playing your account greeting message. 2. Press the 3. Follow the prompts in the new user tutorial to setup you mailbox. Setting Up Your Voice Mail ) in the upper-right corner of ) indicates a near empty battery.
Page 14: Understanding This User Manual
Also included is important safety information that you should know before using your phone. Most of this information is near the back of the guide, beginning on page 163. If you still have questions, we’ll be happy to answer them.
Page 15: Section 2: Understanding Your Phone
• Open View of Your Phone • Understanding the Display Screen This section outlines some key features of your phone. This section also explains the screen and the icons that are displayed when the phone is in use. Section 2: Understanding Your Phone...
Page 16: Features Of Your Phone
128 X 160 pixel Liquid Crystal Display • High speed data (CDMA 2000 1X Technology) • Global Positioning Technology (GPS) • PIM functions (Scheduler, To Do List, and more) • Short Message Service (SMS) • Voice Dial • 32-Note Polyphonic Ringtones...
Page 17 4. External LCD—Indicates when you have an incoming call or a message. 5. Service LED—The Service LED on the top of the phone has the following functions. Lights red while charging. Green when charging is complete.
Page 18: Open View Of Your Phone
8. Mobile Web—In Idle mode, launches Mobile Web. 9. Left Soft Key—Performs the functions indicated by the screen text on the bottom of the display. 10. SEND Key—This key is used to initiate your calls.
Page 19 19. END/Power/Exit Menu Key—Ends a call. Press and hold this key for a few seconds to turn your phone On or Off. When you receive an incoming call, press to mute the ringer and send the call to voice mail.
Page 20: Understanding The Display Screen
You cannot make or receive calls. Wait for a signal or move into an open area to try and find a signal. The no service indicator always appears when you turn on your phone and disappears once service is located.
Page 21 IS95-2G protocol. This protocol is not capable of high speed data. Battery strength—Indicates the battery charge level. The more black bars, the greater the charge. When the battery becomes very low, a flashing empty battery icon displays and the phone sounds an audible alert, which indicates your phone is about to shut down.
Page 22 Silent mode—Indicates your phone is in silent mode. Ringer is silenced for all alerts, incoming calls, and incoming messages. The phone alerts you of incoming calls, alerts, and messages by vibration and a flashing Service LED. Vibrate mode—Your phone is in vibrate mode. When you...
Page 23: Section 3: Call Functions
• Adjusting the Call Volume • Calls Log • Phone Modes • Roaming This section explains how to make or answer a call. This section also includes the features and functionality associated with making or answering a call. Section 3: Call Functions...
Page 24: Making A Call-Number Entry Dialing
Making a Call—Number Entry Dialing 1. With the phone on, enter the number you wish to call using the keypad. 2. Press the key to place the call. Manual Pause Calling When you call automated systems (like banking services), you are often required to enter a password or account number.
Page 25: Making A Call-Speed Dialing
009 by pressing and holding a single key. Example: For location number 001, press and hold the key until the name and number appear in the display and the number is dialed. Two-Touch Dialing Memory locations 010 through 099 are special Two- Touch dialing locations.
Page 26: Making A Call-Voice Dialing
Pause Dialing From a Contacts Entry • If you speed dial a contact that contains (two-second) T pause(s) simply wait for the pauses to pass and the dialing to complete. • If you speed dial a contact that contains (hard) P pause(s), wait...
Page 27 “Did you say?” followed by the first name on the list. 4. Say “Yes” to confirm the name or “No” to hear the next name, or use the keypad to select the correct name from the list.
Page 28 VoiceSignal prompts you to “Say the name or number.” 3. Speak clearly and say the telephone number of the person you want to call. For example, say “7 8 1 9 7 0 5 2 0 0." If it recognizes the number, Voice Dial repeats it and dials the number.
Page 29: Answering A Call
4. Say “Yes” to confirm the number or “No” to hear the next one, or use the keypad to select the correct number from the list. (See “Choice Lists Settings” on page 118, for more information.) Press the Repeat (right) soft key (...
Page 30: Ignoring A Call
The ring tone and/or vibration stop and ■ the caller’s voice can be heard in the earpiece. Tip: You can set your phone to answer calls when you open the folder, when you press any key but the Options” on page 154 for more information.
Page 31: Calls Log
2. Press the number key associated with the Calls log that you wish to review or the function you wish to access. Note: In cases where there is a Contacts match for a Calls log entry, the name associated with the number appears in the display instead of the number.
Page 32 1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press of your outgoing calls appears in the display. 2. Use the navigation keys to highlight a call, then press the key to view further information about the call. 3. Press the Option (left) soft key ( appears in the display containing the following options: Talk—Call the selected number.
Page 33 (call that were never picked up) and stores them in the Missed call log. You can review the Missed call log for the time and date of the call, as well as other information. 1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press your missed calls appears in the display.
Page 34 You can erase the Outgoing, Incoming, or Missed calls log or you can erase All Calls. Erase All Calls 1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press for Erase All Calls. “Erase All Calls?” appears in the display as well as the following options: Yes—Erases all calls in the Calls log.
Page 35: Phone Modes
LifeTime—View the duration of all calls on your phone since activation (LifeTime timers cannot be erased). Erase Total—Erases the counters for the Total call timer. Press the number of the option you wish enter, or use the navigation keys to highlight the option and press the key.
Page 36 • Press the Ignore (left) soft key ( Talk Mode While in a call your phone is in talk mode. Press the left soft key ( ) to display a list of In-Use menu options. (See “In Use Menu Outline” on page 44 for more information).
Page 37 In standby mode, repeatedly press the Down volume key ■ ( ) until Vibrate appears in the display. or do the following: 1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press Vibrate), and 2. Press the Left navigation keys until “Vibrate” appears...
Page 38 The current text input mode is indicated in the lower right part of the display. Note: See “Section 5: Entering Text” on page 53 for more information about text input modes. ABC Mode Enter characters while in ABC mode by pressing the key with the desired characters (such as •...
Page 39 (For example, in ABC mode, you would have to enter ‘83377778’ for ‘test’ instead of entering ‘8378’ for ‘test’ as in T9 Word mode.) Note: See “Using T9 Mode” on page 56 for more information about using the T9 Word text input mode. Section 3: Call Functions...
Page 40: Roaming
Home only—Your phone is available for normal operation only in the designated coverage area. • Automatic—Your Wireless Provider’s Preferred Roaming List (PRL) of networks is used to acquire service. If no preferred networks are found, any digital system is acquired. ) appears in the top line of...
Page 41: Section 4: Menu Navigation
Topics Covered • Menu Navigation • In Use Menu Outline • Menus and sub-menus This section explains the menu navigation for your phone. It also includes an outline of all the available menus associated with your phone. Section 4: Menu Navigation...
Page 42: Menu Navigation
Use “Navigation Key Shortcuts” on page 43, for looking up the menu shortcut number. Note: Use the list of menus and sub-menus, which begins on page 45, to navigate using shortcuts. ), soft keys (...
Page 43 1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( The Main menu appears in the display. 2. Press the number of the menu, sub-menu, and so on for the feature that you wish to access. Example: Press the and then the (Menu 8), and then to the To Do List (sub-menu 4).
Page 44: In Use Menu Outline
Note: You can mute the microphone on your phone by pressing the Mute (left) soft key ( ). To unmute, press the Menu (left) soft key ( ), then the Unmute (left) soft key ( ). ), while in a call to —Allows to record, and save memos.
Page 45: Menus And Sub-Menus
2. Use the navigation keys to highlight an option. Press the key to select the In-Use Menu option of your choice. Menus and sub-menus My Metro Monthly Bill MetroConnect MetroPCS Card 1.3.1 Request Balance 1.3.2 Pay Monthly Bill Contacts Find 2.2.1 Number...
Page 46 Messages Send New Msg Voice Mail Inbox Outbox Draft Saved Wap Push Msg Setting 3.8.1 Send Setting 3.8.2 Msg. Alert 3.8.3 Auto Play 3.8.4 Auto View 3.8.5 Auto Erase 3.8.6 Block/Unblock 3.8.1.1 Save In Outbox 3.8.1.2 Callback# 3.8.1.3 Entry Mode 3.8.1.4...
Page 47 Mobile Web Get In Web Calls Outgoing Incoming Missed Erase Logs 5.4.1 Outgoing 5.4.2 Incoming 5.4.3 Missed 5.4.4 All Calls Call Timer 5.5.1 Last Call 5.5.2 Total 5.5.3 LifeTime 5.5.4 Erase Total Data Counter Menus and sub-menus Section 4: Menu Navigation...
Page 48 5.6.1 Transmit 5.6.2 Received 5.6.3 Total 5.6.4 Erase Total @metro @metro Sounds Volume/Vibrate 7.1.1 Calls 7.1.2 Alarm Ringer Type 7.2.1 Calls 7.2.2 Alarm 7.2.3 Data 7.2.4 Calendar Key Beep 7.3.1 Volume 7.3.2 Tone Length Alerts 7.4.1 Minute Beep 7.4.2 Service 7.4.3 Connect...
Page 49 8.1.4.1.2 Reset Digits 8.1.4.2 Sensitivity 8.1.4.2.1 Commands 8.1.4.2.2 Names 8.1.4.3 Choice Lists 8.1.4.3.1 Name Dialing 8.1.4.3.2 Digit Dialing 8.1.4.3.3 Contacts 8.1.4.4 Sound 8.1.4.4.1 Prompts 8.1.4.4.2 Digits 8.1.4.4.3 Names 8.1.4.4.4 Name Settings 8.1.4.5 Voice Launch 8.1.4.6 About Section 4: Menu Navigation...
Page 50 Alarm Clock 8.5.1 Alarm Clock 1 8.5.2 Alarm Clock 2 8.5.3 Alarm Clock 3 Memo Pad World Time Calculator Count Down Set Up Location Network 9.2.1 Set NAM 9.2.2 Roam Option Security 9.3.1 Lock Phone 9.3.2 Change Lock 9.3.3 Emergency # 9.3.4 Voice Privacy...
Page 51 9.4.9 Service LED Call Options 9.5.1 Call Answer 9.5.2 Auto Answer 9.5.3 Auto Retry 9.5.4 Data 9.5.4.1 9.5.4.2 9.5.5 TTY Mode Shortcut Language Section 4: Menu Navigation Menus and sub-menus Opening 9.4.2.1.1 Preloaded 9.4.2.1.2 My Image Closing 9.4.2.2.1 Preloaded 9.4.2.2.2...
Page 52 Clock Set Version...
Page 53: Section 5: Entering Text
This section outlines how to select the desired text input mode when entering characters into your phone. This section also describes how to use the T9 predictive text entry system to reduce the amount of key strokes associated with entering text.
Page 54: Text Entry Modes
Your current mode of text entry (ABC, Symbol, 123, or T9 Word) is indicated in the lower right part of the display when composing a text message. Entering Upper and Lower Case Letters 1.
Page 55: Entering Symbols
6. Enter the key that corresponds with the symbol that you wish to enter. For example, press exclamation point (!). 7. Repeat steps 3 through 6 to insert as many symbols into your message as desired. key to enter a space.
Page 56: Entering Numbers
(ABC mode) and requires only one key press per letter of the word that you’re spelling. 1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press New Msg) to compose a new text message.
Page 57: Changing The Text Entry Mode
“Samsung.” Note: If more than one word shares the same numeric sequence (such as, “263” for both “and” and “cod”), T9 Word provides the most commonly used word (such as, “and” for “263”). Press the words, if any are available.
Page 59: Section 6: Understanding Your Contacts
• Finding My Phone Number • Memory This section explains how to manage your daily contacts by storing their name and number in your Contacts. Contacts entries can be sorted by name, entry, or group. Section 6: Understanding Your Contacts...
Page 60: Your Contacts List
My Phone#—View the 10-digit number assigned to your phone by your Wireless Provider. Memory—View available memory for dial entries. Note: You can also access your Contacts list from standby mode by pressing the Contacts (right) soft key ( appears in the display.
Page 61: Adding A New Contacts Entry
Tip: You can also access a sub-menu or menu option by pressing the number key corresponds to the menu item number. For example, press for Add. Adding a New Contacts Entry You can add an entirely new entry to your Contacts list or add information to an existing entry.
Page 62 T pause—A two-second pause stops the calling sequence for two seconds and then automatically sends the remaining digits. Tip: You can enter multiple two-second pauses to extend the length of a pause. For example, two consecutive two-second pauses cause a total pause time of four seconds.
Page 63 Note: Keep in mind that pauses count as digits towards the 20-digit maximum. Store Pauses in a Contacts Entry 1. In standby mode, enter the number you wish to store (such as your bank’s teleservice number). 2. Press the Option (left) soft key ( pause menu options appear in the display: P pause—a hard pause (awaits input from you).
Page 64 Find—Lets you add the number or e-mail address you just entered to an existing Contacts entry. Tip: You can also store a phone number by entering the number, and pressing the Save (right) soft key ( 3. Use the navigation keys to highlight New Entry, then press the key.
Page 65 Contacts information screen appears in the display with the Name field highlighted. 8. Enter a name or phrase to associate with the type using the keypad. (See “Section 5: Entering Text” on page 53 for more information.)
Page 66: Finding A Contacts Entry
Contacts list by saying the name. Note: The Contacts command shows the requested contact information in the display but does not dial any phone numbers for the contact. To look up information for a specific contact: 1. In standby mode, press and hold the VoiceSignal.
Page 67 4. Say “Yes” to confirm the name or “No” to hear the next name, or use the keypad to select the correct name from the list. (See “Choice Lists Settings” on page 118, for more information.) To say the name again, press the Repeat (right) soft (...
Page 68 Example: If you saved a contact name as “Amy Smith”, begin your search for that contact by pressing Note: As you enter letter, the entry number and names of the closest matches (thus far) appear in the display. 3. When the desired Contacts entry is listed in the display, highlight the contact using the navigation keys (if necessary).
Page 69 This option lets you find a Contacts list entry by its Location number. 1. In the Find screen, use the navigation keys to show By Entry in the display. 2. When the desired Contacts entry is listed in the display, highlight the contact using the navigation keys (if necessary).
Page 70 2. Use the navigation keys to highlight the Group field. 3. Use the navigation keys to show the name of the group you wish to search. As each group name appears in the display, entries that are assigned that group name are listed in the display beneath it.
Page 71: Editing An Existing Contact Entry
Name showing. 2. Use the navigation keys to display the search method that you wish to use (By Name, By Group, or By Entry). 3. Enter information to find the Contacts list entry, or use the navigation keys to highlight the entry containing the number that you wish to edit.
Page 72 Name showing. 2. Use the navigation keys to display the search method that you wish to use (By Name, By Group, or By Entry). 3. Enter information to find the Contacts list entry, or use the navigation keys to highlight the entry containing the Location number that you wish to change.
Page 73 2. Use the navigation keys to highlight the desired option and press the key. 3. Enter the phone number or e-mail address for the new Contacts entry, then press the options appear in the display: New Entry—Lets you create a new Contacts entry.
Page 74 Name showing. 2. Use the navigation keys to display the search method that you wish to use (By Name, By Group, or By Entry). 3. Enter information to fine the entry, or use the navigation keys to highlight the entry that you wish to edit.
Page 75: Renaming A Contacts Group
). The Find screen appears in the display with By Name showing. 2. Use the navigation keys to display the search method that you wish to use (By Name, By Group, or By Entry). Section 6: Understanding Your Contacts Renaming a Contacts Group (for Contacts) and key.
Page 76: Finding My Phone Number
3. Enter information to find the entry, or use the navigation keys to highlight the entry that you wish to erase. 4. Press the Option (left) soft key ( containing the following options appears in the display: Talk—Dial the selected number.
Page 77: Memory
Use the Memory sub-menu to view the amount of Contacts entries you have stored, as well as the remaining memory. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( ■ then press The amount of memory used and remaining for Contacts entries appear in the display.
Page 79: Section 7: @Metro
@metro on your phone to do the following: • Download full featured applications over the air including games, personalized ring tones, pictures, and more; and • Browse the web to catch up on all the latest news. Section 7: @metro...
Page 80: Metro Catalog
@metro Catalog 1. In standby mode, press the right navigation key (@). The @metro menu containing the following icons appears in the display: @metro Access @metro catalog. Settings View and change @metro settings. Help The @metro icon ( 2. Press .
Page 81: Settings
Settings Use the Settings menu within @metro to manage, move, order applications, and much more. 1. In standby mode, press the right navigation key (@). The @metro menu containing the following icons appears in the display: @metro Access @metro catalog.
Page 82: Help
@metro features. View information about charges, cancelling subscriptions, buying apps, disabling apps, and more. 1. In standby mode, press the right navigation key (@). The @metro menu containing the following icons appears in the display: @metro Access @metro catalog.
Page 83 Removing Apps Note: When you remove an app, you cannot use it unless you purchase it again. If you expect or want to use the app again in the future, disable the app instead of removing it. You may remove apps that are no longer needed.
Page 84 You can install new apps if the memory of your phone is full by partially removing (disabling) apps you haven’t used recently. Note: When you need to use a disabled app, you can restore it at no additional purchase cost. Restoring Apps Disabled apps can be quickly restored at no additional purchase cost.
Page 85: Section 8: Mymetro
Section 8: MyMetro Topics Covered • Monthly Bill • MetroConnect • MetroPCS Card This section explains how you can use MyMetro on your SCH-a570 phone to view and pay your monthly metroPCS bill(s) on-line or make other payment arrangements. Section 8: MyMetro...
Page 86: Monthly Bill
Monthly Bill The Monthly Bill option lets you review your monthly metroPCS bill. 1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press menu options appear in the display: • Monthly Bill—View your current monthly bill. •...
Page 87: Metropcs Card
MetroPCS Card The MetroPCS Card sub menu contains options that let you review and pay the current balance for your account. 1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press menu options appear in the display: •...
Page 88 The Pay Monthly Bill option lets you pay the current balance of your account on-line or make other payment arrangements. 1. At the MetroPCS Card menu, use the navigation keys to highlight the Pay Monthly Bill option. 2. Press . The following options appear in the display: •...
Page 89: Section 9: Messaging
• Voice Mail • Message Folders • Message Settings • Deleting Messages This section explains how to create, send, receive, and view different types of messages. This section also includes the features and functionality associated with messaging. Section 9: Messaging...
Page 90: Creating And Sending New Messages
Send New Msg., Press the Menu (left) soft key ( Messages) and 2. Enter the phone number of the recipient, then press the key. 3. Enter the text for your message using the keypad. (See “Section 5: Entering Text” on page 53 for more information.)
Page 91: Message Send Options
Call Back # in the message. Save in Draft—Save the message to your Draft folder. Save Text—Save the text in your message as a Quick Text message. Quick Text messages are pre-composed messages that can be inserted into any message you choose.
Page 92: Retrieving New Messages
). The date and time of the message also appear in the display. • Press the Ignore (left) soft key ( standby mode. The message is saved to your Inbox where you can view it later. • Press the View (right) soft key ( where you have the option to Reply, Forward, Erase, Save Text, Save Msg, Save Contact, or Block sender.
Page 93: Voice Mail
Voice Mail Voice Mail allows callers to leave voice messages in your voice mailbox, and lets you review, play, and delete your voice messages any time you are in a network coverage area. Voice Mail Setup Before callers can leave voice mail messages, you must first set up your account.
Page 94: Message Folders
Voice Mail folder to view the Callback # (if available), Urgency, and other details of new voice mail messages. 1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press Mail). A Voice Mail status screen indicating the number of new messages in your voice mailbox, their urgency, and any callback numbers appears in the display.
Page 95 Save Msg—Save the message to the Saved message folder. Save Contact—Save the sender’s number to your Contacts. Block Sender—Block future messages from the sender. 5. Use the navigation keys to highlight an option. Press the key to perform the function for the highlighted option.
Page 96 Tip: Verify whether and when a message or e-mail was successfully received by enabling the Delivery Report feature. 1. In standby mode, press the Down navigation key, then...
Page 97: Draft Box
Messages in the Draft Box are those that have been composed but never sent. You can return to the Draft Box at any time to view, edit, or send a draft message. 1. In standby mode, press the Down navigation key, then...
Page 98: Message Settings
Messages and Lock Mode Your phone can still receive messages while in Lock Mode. The time and date of the message appear in the display, but you cannot access the message until you enter the lock code. (See “Lock Phone” on page 143 for more information.)
Page 99: Message Alerts
Quick Text—Insert a pre-composed message into the message. Signature—Create a signature, which appears at the bottom of all outgoing messages. 2. Use the navigation keys to highlight the desired sub- menu. Press the adjust the selected message settings. Message Alerts 1.
Page 100: Deleting Messages
You can erase all of the messages in each/all of your message folders from one convenient location. Note: This function erases all messages in a selected message folder or in all message folders. To delete a single message, from the Messages...
Page 101 3. Press the key to open the highlighted folder. You are prompted to confirm the erasure of all messages in the folder. 4. Use the navigation keys to highlight Yes or No, then press the key. Deleting Messages Section 9: Messaging...
Page 103: Section 10: Sounds
• Volume/Vibrate • Ringer Type • Key Beep • Alerts • Power On/Off • Roam Ringer • Whisper Mode This section explains how you can customize your phone’s ring tones, keypad tones, alerts, shut down sounds, and more. Section 10: Sounds...
Page 104: Volume/Vibrate
Vibrate sub menu. 2. Use the navigation keys to highlight Calls or Alarm, then press 3. Use the up and down volume keys to select the volume level (1 – 5) or one of the following vibration modes for the selected option: •...
Page 105: Key Beep
4. When the desired ringer type plays, press the setting. Key Beep Use the Key Beep menu to adjust the tone volume and the type of tone that your keypad generates when you press a key. Key Beep Volume 1.
Page 106: Alerts
Volume is highlighted. 2. Press 3. Use the volume keys or the navigation keys to set the volume level for keypad tones. A tone sounds as you increase or decrease the volume setting. 4. Press when the key beep volume setting you want displays.
Page 107: Power On/Off
• Privacy—Sound a tone whenever you are in enhanced privacy mode. 2. Use the navigation keys to highlight the alert setting you want to change, then press and Off options appears in the display. 3. Use the navigation keys to highlight Off or On.
Page 108: Roam Ringer
Roam Ringer Set your phone to sound a unique tone when a call is received outside your home service area. Note: By default, this feature is set to On. 1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press Ringer.
Page 109: Section 11: Tools
• Memo Pad • Voice Memo • World Time • Calculator • Count Down This section explains how to use your phone’s digital assistant functionality to schedule events, set reminders, create a “to do” list, perform calculations, and more. Section 11: Tools...
Page 110: Tools
Planner is a suite of Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) applications such as a Calendar, To Do List, and Memo Pad that run on your phone. You can use your phone to schedule events, set reminders, create a to do list, perform calculations, and more with the functions provided by this useful feature.
Page 111 The following sections provide detailed descriptions of the applications and how to use their functions. Tip: You can also set the Down navigation key as a shortcut to launch one of the following PDA applications: • Today • Calendar •...
Page 112: Voice
VoiceSignal automatically voice-activates all your contacts, even if you have hundreds of them stored on your phone. You can also dial any telephone number, even if it is not stored in your contact list, by saying the digits in the number.
Page 113: Starting Voicesignal
To start VoiceSignal, press and hold the about a second, and then release the key. Note: You can also set your phone to start VoiceSignal when you open the phone. See “Voice Launch” on page 121 for more information. To change the way you launch VoiceSignal: 1.
Page 114: Voice Memo
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. Note: There is limited space for the number and length of recordings. • The maximum number of voice memos is 10.
Page 115 5. For other voice memo options, press the Option (left) soft key ( ). The following options appear in the display: Erase—Deletes the selected voice memo. Erase All—Deletes all voice memos. Edit Caption—Lets you change or replace the name of the selected voice memo.
Page 116 Make sure you wait for the beep before starting to speak. • Speak clearly, and say each digit distinctly. • If you make a mistake while recording a sequence of digits, or if there is an unexpected noise that spoils the recording, rerecord that sequence. •...
Page 117 2. Press the Settings (left) soft key ( (for Digit Dialing) and Voice Setting Menu Method To adapt digit dialing: 1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press Voice Setting), Adapt Digits. A description of the Adapt Digits process appears in the display.
Page 118 VoiceSignal uses choice lists when it is not confident it has correctly recognized a name or number. In this case, it can display a list of up to three possible choices, and prompt you to confirm the correct one. You can change the way that VoiceSignal uses choice lists with name dialing, digit dialing, and contacts.
Page 119 4. Click the radio button for the choice list behavior you want: Automatic—VoiceSignal displays a choice list only when it is not sure if it has correctly recognized the name or number. Always On—VoiceSignal always displays a choice list, even when there is only one choice.
Page 120: Voice Settings
Text-To-Speech (TTS) TTS lets you enable audio playback of Main Menu names and 1st level sub-menu option/menu labels. 1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press TTS. The following options appear in the display: TTS On — Enables audio playback of menu/sub-menu labels.
Page 121: Your Phone
Voice Launch Voice Launch lets you select the action you wish to take to launch VoiceSignal. 1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press Voice Setting), and following options appear in the display: Zero Only? — Only pressing and holding VoiceSignal.
Page 122: Today
Add a New Event 1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press Tip: To launch Today using a voice command—In standby mode, press and hold until the phone prompts, “ the microphone. You’re prompted to enter a New Event.
Page 123 Note: The current mode of text entry is indicated in the lower right of the display. See “Text Entry Modes” on page 54 for more information on text entry modes. 4. Use the navigation keys to highlight the entry mode that you wish to use and press the key to exit the pop-up menu.
Page 124: Calendar
View an event 1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press Tip: To launch Calendar using a voice command—In standby mode, press and hold until the phone prompts, “...
Page 125: To-Do List
To-Do List The To Do List lets you create a task list. You can store, prioritize and manage up to twenty To Do List tasks. 1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press Add To Do screen appears in the display.
Page 126 1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press 2. Use the navigation keys to browse tasks in your To Do List. Events are presented in order of priority. 3. Press the Option (left) soft key ( To Do List.
Page 127: Alarm Clock
Note: The alarm doesn’t function when the phone is turned off. If the time for an alarm that was set for Once has elapsed and the phone is off, the alarm occurs at the same time on the following day.
Page 128 If the alarm was set as a Once only alarm, the alarm icon disappears from the top of the display. If the alarm was set as a Daily alarm, the alarm icon remains in the top of the display. If the alarm was as a Mon-Fri, the alarm icon remains in the top of the display.
Page 129: Memo Pad
1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press 2. If you have any stored memos, they appear as a list in the display. If this is your first time in Memo Pad, you’re prompted to add a new memo.
Page 130: World Time
World Time World Time lets you view the time of day or night in another part of the world. World Time displays time in the 24 different time zones around the world.
Page 131: Calculator
2. Use the navigation keys to display the city and time that you wish to view. The following cities/time zones are supported: • Alaska • Chicago/ Mexico • Brasilia • London • Moscow • Alma-ata • Seoul/ Tokyo • Wellington...
Page 132: Count Down
1. In standby by mode press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press Note: If you have multiple Count Down timers, the event that is scheduled closest to the current date appears in the display. Use the navigation keys to browse the other Count Down timers.
Page 133 5. Once you’ve finished entering details for the Count Down event, press date for the scheduled event. 6. Use the Left or Right navigation keys for AM or PM, respectively. Enter the time and date using the keypad. 7. Press to store the event.
Page 134 Event details, including the days, hours and minutes left until the occurrence of the scheduled event appear in the display. The day, date, and time of the scheduled event appear in the bottom of the display. 3. Press the Option (left) soft key ( memos.
Page 135: Section 12: Mobile Web
• How Mobile Web Keys Work This section outlines how to launch Mobile Web, how to navigate to other pages on the web, and how the keys on the keypad are used with the web application. Additionally, links to other sites are briefly discussed.
Page 136: Mobile Web
The first time you use Mobile Web, you are prompted to go through a setup process that takes approximately three to five minutes. 1. In standby mode, press the Left navigation key. If this is the initial launch of Mobile Web, you’re prompted to enable security before proceeding.
Page 137: Using Mobile Web
• Numbered options (some may not be numbered). • Simple text. You can act upon options or links by using the soft keys. Mobile Web soft keys the bottom of the Mobile Web display is a bar that contains browser commands. The left and right ( soft keys on the keypad are used to execute the command that appears above them in the display.
Page 138: Using Links
Place a call while using Mobile Web You may place a phone call from Mobile Web if the site you are using supports this feature (the phone number may be highlighted and the left soft key ( Call). Press the left soft key ( number.
Page 139 How Mobile Web Keys Work Asterisk/Shift Key—Press before entering text to enable uppercase characters. Next Key—Press to enter a zero (0), or to display another word in the dictionary when in T9 Word entry mode. Pound/Space Key—Press to insert a space when entering text.
Page 141: Section 13: Set Up
• Network Selection • Security Settings • Display Settings • Ringer Settings • Call Options • Shortcut • Language • Clock Set • Version This section explains how to customize your phone to suit your needs and preferences. Section 13: Set Up...
Page 142: Location Setting
Set NAM —If your service contract has two phone lines, set the NAM option to NAM 2 to use both lines. Set the NAM option to NAM 1 otherwise. (for Set Up) and for Location.
Page 143: Security Settings
You can lock the phone manually during use, or set the phone to lock automatically when it is turned on. With the phone in lock mode, you can answer incoming calls, but you must unlock the phone to place outgoing calls (except to emergency and secret numbers).
Page 144: Change Lock
Never—The phone remains unlocked. On power up—The phone locks automatically the next time your phone is powered ON and stays locked until you enter the lock code. Now—The phone locks immediately and stays locked until you enter the locked code.
Page 145 Security Settings Note: Your phone does not allow you to view the lock code for obvious security reasons. If you change the lock code, be sure to write down or memorize the new code. Emergency # Your phone provides the option of storing five emergency numbers.
Page 146: Voice Privacy
Store Emergency Numbers 1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press You’re prompted to enter the lock code. The default lock code is the last four digits of your telephone number. 2. Enter the lock code, then press 3.
Page 147: Erase Memory
5. Use the navigation keys to highlight On, Off, or Contacts then press Erase Memory Erase memory erases your Contacts. This feature is useful if you want to give your phone to a friend or family member. 1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press You’re prompted to enter the lock code.
Page 148: Display Settings
Display sub-menus appear in the display: Menu Style—Allow you to choose the main menu style. Animation—Choose the media that displays on your phone when you turn it on, turn it off, and while in standby mode. (for Set Up) and for Security.
Page 149: Menu Style
(wallpaper). 1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press for Animation. The following options appear in the display: Opening—Choose the animation that appears in your display...
Page 150 Banner. Note: Press and hold to erase an existing banner, if necessary. 2. Enter a word or short phrase to appear in your phone’s display while in standby mode (Up to 12 characters). 3. Press the key to save the new banner.
Page 151 With Power save enabled, the backlight for the LCD is always dim. After 1 minute of inactivity, Power save turns the backlight off. 2. Use the navigation keys to highlight a sub-menu.
Page 152 Hyphenated—Number sections divided by hyphens (Area Code, Exchange Number, or Directory Number) appear in different colors. Note: The Auto Hyphen option must be set to On before you can select this option. Rainbow—Each digit appears in a different color. Basic—All digits appear in black.
Page 153: Dial Screen
Dial Screen This option lets you select the background color of the Dial Screen. 1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press for Dial Screen. The following options appear in the display: Color Setting—Lets you select a background color.
Page 154: Ringer Settings
Ringer Settings 1. In standby mode, repeatedly press the volume key ( ) on the left side of the phone up or down. Options are: Ringer off 1 Beep Vibrate Vib+Ring Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 2.
Page 155 1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press for Call Answer. The following options appear in the display: Send Key Folder Open Any Key 2. Use the navigation keys to highlight the method you wish to use for answering calls, then press...
Page 156 Depending upon your location, the number of times your phone automatically dials the number may vary. 1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press for Auto Retry. The following options appear in the...
Page 157 • data off—No incoming data calls accepted. • data for next call—Wait for data call for the next 10 minutes. • data until powered off—Data calls only, no voice calls accepted. 3. Use the navigation keys to highlight the Auto Detect option you want, then press the The Data menu appears in the display.
Page 158 TTY Mode must be enabled before you can use your phone with a TTY/TDD device. 1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press for TTY Mode. The following options appear in the...
Page 159: Shortcut
Use the Shortcut sub-menu to choose the application that you wish the navigation down key to launch. 1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press following functions appear in the display: Message inbox...
Page 160: Language
Main Clock—Set the time and date. 2. Use the navigation keys to highlight the desired sub- menu, then press the 3. For Main Clock, enter the time and date using the keypad and navigation keys. Press the settings. Note: In digital service mode, the Main Clock feature is disabled. The network adjusts time and date automatically.
Page 161: Version
You can view both the software version and hardware version running on your phone. This feature is helpful if you need to contact Customer Service. 1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( then press Hardware and software information for your phone appears in the display.
Page 163: Section 14: Health And Safety Information
Section 14: Health and Safety Information Topics Covered • Health and Safety Information Section 14: Health and Safety Information...
Page 164: Health And Safety Information
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR). The SAR is a measure of the rate of absorption of RF energy by the human body expressed in units of watts per kilogram (W/kg). The FCC requires wireless phones to comply with a safety limit of 1.6 watts per kilogram (1.6 W/kg).
Page 165 Before a new model phone is available for sale to the public, it must be tested and certified to the FCC that it does not exceed the exposure limit established by the FCC.
Page 166: Consumer Information On Wireless Phones
Sometimes it may be necessary to remove the battery pack to find the number. Once you have the FCC ID number for a particular phone, follow the instructions on the website and it should provide values for typical or maximum SAR for a particular phone.
Page 167 Under the law, FDA does not review the safety of radiation-emitting consumer products such as wireless phones before they can be sold, as it does with new drugs or medical devices. However, the agency has authority to take action if wireless phones are shown to...
Page 168 • “Design wireless phones in a way that minimizes any RF exposure to the user that is not necessary for device function; • “Cooperate in providing users of wireless phones with the best possible information on possible effects of wireless phone use on human health.
Page 169 RF exposure. Other studies exposed the animals to RF for up to 22 hours per day. These conditions are not similar to the conditions under which people use wireless phones, so we don't know...
Page 170 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. The interpretation of epidemiological studies is hampered by difficulties in...
Page 171 Consumer Information on Wireless Phones wireless phones. Many factors affect this measurement, such as the angle at which the phone is held, or which model of phone is used. What is FDA doing to find out more about the possible health effects of wireless phone RF? FDA is working with the U.S.
Page 172 What steps can I take to reduce my exposure to radio frequency energy from my wireless phone? If there is a risk from these products - and at this point we do not know that there is - it is probably very small.
Page 173 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 174 Unlike “hands-free” kits, these so-called “shields” may interfere with proper operation of the phone. The phone may be forced to boost its power to compensate, leading to an increase in RF absorption. In February 2002, the Federal trade Commission (FTC)
Page 175 2000. This standard will allow manufacturers to ensure that cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators are safe from wireless phone EMI. FDA has tested wireless phones and helped develop a voluntary standard sponsored by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE).
Page 176: Road Safety
3. Position your wireless phone within easy reach. Be able to access your wireless phone without removing your eyes from the road. If you get an incoming call at an inconvenient time, let your voice mail answer it for you.
Page 177 Try to plan calls when your car will be stationary. If you need to make a call while moving, dial only a few numbers, check the road and your mirrors, then continue.
Page 178: Operating Environment
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 number.
Page 179: Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices
Wireless Technology Research. Persons with pacemakers: • should always keep the phone more than 15 cm (6 inches) from their pacemaker when the phone is switched on. • should not carry the phone in a breast pocket.
Page 180: 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 181: Emergency Calls
Emergency Calls Users are advised to switch the phone off while at a refueling point (service station). Users are reminded of the need to observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots (fuel storage and distribution areas), chemical plants or where blasting operations are in progress.
Page 182 Restricting Children's access to your Phone Your phone is not a toy. Children should not be allowed to play with it because they could hurt themselves and others, damage the phone or make calls that increase your phone bill.
Page 183: Fcc Notice And Cautions
FCC Notice and Cautions FCC Notice and Cautions FCC Notice The phone may cause TV or radio interference if used in close proximity to receiving equipment. The FCC can require you to stop using the phone if such interference cannot be eliminated.
Page 184: Other Important Safety Information
• For vehicles equipped with an air bag, remember that an air bag inflates with great force. Do not place objects, including both installed or portable wireless equipment in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area.
Page 185 Understanding the Power Save Feature If your phone is unable to find a signal after 15 minutes of searching, a Power Save feature is automatically activated. If your phone is active, it periodically rechecks service availability or you can check it yourself by pressing any key.
Page 186: Availability Of Various Features/Ring Tones
Battery Precautions • Never use any charger or battery that is damaged in any way. • Use the battery only for its intended purpose. • If you use the phone near the network's base station, it uses less power;...
Page 187 • Do not leave the battery in hot or cold places, such as in a car in summer or winter conditions, as you will reduce the capacity and lifetime of the battery. Always try to keep the battery at room temperature.
Page 188: Care And Maintenance
Keep the phone dry. Precipitation, humidity and liquids contain minerals that will 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. •...
Page 189 • If the phone, battery, charger or any accessory is not working properly, take it to your nearest qualified service facility. The personnel there will assist you, and if necessary, arrange for service.
Page 191: Section 15: Warranty Information
Section 15: Warranty Information Topics Covered • Standard Limited Warranty Section 15: Warranty Information...
Page 192: Standard Limited Warranty
Other Phone Accessories What is Not Covered? This Limited Warranty is conditioned upon proper use of Product by Purchaser. This Limited Warranty does not cover: (a) defects or damage resulting from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, unusual physical, electrical or electromechanical stress, or modification of any part of Product, including antenna, or cosmetic damage;...
Page 193 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 194 (90) days. All other repaired/replaced Product will be warranted for a period equal to the remainder of the original Limited Warranty on the original Product or for 90 days, whichever is longer. All replaced parts, components, boards and equipment shall become the property of SAMSUNG.
Page 195 THE PURCHASE, USE, OR MISUSE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT OR ARISING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM THE USE OR LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT OR FROM THE BREACH OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY, INCLUDING INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SIMILAR DAMAGES, OR...
Page 196 ENFORCEABILITY FOR THE REMAINDER OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY WHICH PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES IS AND WILL ALWAYS BE CONSTRUED TO BE LIMITED BY ITS TERMS OR AS LIMITED AS THE LAW PERMITS. THE PARTIES UNDERSTAND THAT THE PURCHASER MAY USE THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE PRODUCT.
Page 197 EQUIPMENT, AS THE CASE MAY BE. This Limited Warranty allocates risk of Product failure between Purchaser and SAMSUNG, and SAMSUNG's Product pricing reflects this allocation of risk and the limitations of liability contained in this Limited Warranty. The agents, employees, distributors, and dealers of...
Page 199: Index
Index Symbols @metro @metro Catalog Alerts Battery charging 12 Low battery indicator 13 removal 11 Travel adapter 12 Call Functions Adjusting the Call Volume Answering a Call 29 Call Log 31 Making a Call—Number Entry Dialing 24 Making a Call—Speed Dialing 25 Making a Call—Voice Di-...
Page 200 Using Links 138 Using Mobile Web 137 MyMetro MetroConnect 86 MetroPCS Card 87 Monthly Bill 86 Number Entry Dialing Open View of Your Phone Personal Organizer Alarm Clock 127 Calculator 131 Calendar 124 Count Down 132 Memo Pad 129 Today 122...
Page 201 One-Touch Dialing 25 Three-Touch Dialing 26 Two-Touch Dialing 25 Standard Limited Warran- Tools Understanding Your Con- tacts Adding a New Contact Entry 61 Deleting a Contact Entry Editing an Existing Con- tact Entry 71 Finding a Contact Entry Finding My Phone Num-...
Page 202 Features of Your Phone Version Voice Voice Dialing Voice Kit erase all memos 116 record memos 114 review and erase memos Voice Mail Voice Memo VoiceSignal Voice Memos 114 Warranty Information...

Samsung SCH-A570 Series User Manual

Section 1: Getting Started

Section 2: Understanding Your Phone

Section 3: Call Functions

Section 4: Menu Navigation

Section 5: Entering Text

Section 6: Understanding Your Contacts

Section 7: @Metro

Section 8: Mymetro

Section 9: Messaging

Section 10: Sounds

Section 11: Tools

Section 12: Mobile Web

Section 13: Set up

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Section 14: Health and Safety Information

Section 15: Warranty Information

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