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  • Page 2 Intellectual Property Intellectual Property. All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its suppliers relating to the PCS phone,including but not limited to,accessories,parts or software relating thereto (the Phone System),is proprietary to federal laws and state laws,and international treaty provisions.
  • Page 3 1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:11 AM Page C Samsung SCH-1910 CDMA PCS Digital Phone Owners Manual Operating Instructions:Before operating phone,please read this manual thoroughly. Keep it for future reference.
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  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:11 AM Table of Contents Chapter 1: Getting Started Unpacking Your Consumer Package Phone–Basic Description Battery Installation Installing the Standard Battery Battery Charge Indicator Charging Your Battery Rapid Desktop Charger with Conditioner Using the Conditioner Cycle Using the Phone–Basic Funcitons Menu Structure Placing a Call Recieving a Call...
  • Page 6 1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:11 AM Table of Contents Dialing from the Internal Phone Book Prepending Stored Phone Numbers Caller ID Memory Locations One–Touch Dialing Two–Touch Dialing Customizing Your Phone’s Features Setting Ringer Type Setting Ringer Volume Setting Key Tone Volume Setting Message Ring Frequency Setting Up Your Greeting Obtaining Numeric Characters...
  • Page 7 1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:11 AM Table of Contents Storing Emergency Phone Numbers Entering Emergency Numbers Dialing When the Phone is Locked Voice Mail Chapter 4: Special PCS Functions Defining In Use Menu KeyGuard Ring Tone Mute Any Key Answer Features True Alpha Search and Sort Shortcut Keys/Menu Navigation Optional PCS Phone Accessories...
  • Page 8 1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:11 AM List of Tables Table 1: Key Functions Table 2: Icon Functions Table 3: Battery Specifications Table 4: In Use Menu Table 5: Menu Structure Table 6: Dialing Shortcuts Table 7: Specifications Table 8: Storage Temperatures Page iv...
  • Page 9 11/19/56 12:11 AM Introduction Using Your PCS Phone The Samsung PCS phone is based on the latest CDMA digital technology. It is used the same way as other wireless portable phones.You will notice the sound and tone quality is clearer.
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  • Page 11: Chapter 1: Getting Started

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:11 AM Page 1 Getting Started Unpacking Your Consumer Package Phone–Basic Description Battery Installation Charging Your Battery Using the Phone–Basic Functions...

  • Page 12: Unpacking Your Consumer Package

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:11 AM Getting Started Unpacking Your Consumer Package Upon unpacking your Samsung PCS phone, you should find the following components: • PCS Phone • Standard NiMH Battery • Rapid Desktop Charger • Owner’s Manual Page 2...

  • Page 13: Phone-Basic Description

    11/19/56 12:11 AM Getting Started Phone – Basic Description The Samsung PCS phone has a number of function keys and controls that activate all features available on the phone. The indicators and controls are described in this section. (not actual size) 1.Red Light...

  • Page 14: Table 1: Key Functions

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  • Page 15 1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:11 AM Page 5 Getting Started signal paging, phone ringer off battery strength strength text or lock voicemail Figure 1: LCD Display (example only) The display icons described match the displayed icons on the LCD display when you first power up the phone.

  • Page 16: Table 2: Icon Functions

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:11 AM Getting Started Table 2: Icon Functions Image Icon Name Signal Service NOSVC Service In Use IN USE Roaming ROAM Battery Message Lock Ringer Banner Page 6 Description/Function Measures your current real- time signal strength. The more bars there are, the stronger the signal.

  • Page 17: Battery Installation

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:11 AM Getting Started Battery Installation Your new PCS Phone comes with a rechargeable battery that is partially charged so you can use it immediately after you activate with your PCS carrier. The phone and the battery are not initially attached.

  • Page 18: Battery Charge Indicator

    If your battery seems to be losing its charge rapidly, it may need to be conditioned.This is done by using the Conditioner feature of the Samsung Rapid Desktop Charger. (See “Using the Conditioner Cycle”on page 10.) PostScript Picture...

  • Page 19: Charging Your Battery

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:12 AM Getting Started Charging Your Battery Rapid Desktop Charger with Conditioner 1. Insert the battery (with the phone attached) into the front compartment. 2. Insert a second (or spare) battery into the back compartment,if you wish to charge the two batteries sequentially.

  • Page 20: Using The Conditioner Cycle

    6. After the discharge-charge cycle is complete,the battery has been conditioned. Note:Use only the Samsung-approved Rapid Desktop Charger and AC Adapter with the Samsung PCS phone. Using the wrong charger could damage the battery. Page 10...

  • Page 21: Using The Phone-Basic Funcitons

    Using the Phone — Basic Features 1. To turn the phone on,press light flashes,a tone sounds,and the display icons brief ly flash the personal greeting,“SAMSUNG PCS”,and the phone’s number displays momentarily on the LCD.“FINDING SERVICE”appears while the phone locates service.

  • Page 22: Table 5: Menu Structure

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:12 AM Getting Started Table 5: Menu Structure Main Menu Menu Level 1 1: Call Logs 1: Outgoing 2: Incoming 3: Erase Logs 4: Air Time 2: Phone 1: Recall by Book 2: Store 3: Erase by 3: Sounds 1: Ring Vol 2: Key Vol...

  • Page 23: Placing A Call

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:12 AM Getting Started Placing A Call 1. Be sure the phone is turned on.If display icons appear on the screen,the power is on.There is no dial tone. 2. Enter a phone number (up to 32 digits). 3.

  • Page 24: Call Waiting

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:12 AM Getting Started Call Waiting While connected in a call and a second call is received,use Call Waiting. A tone sounds when the second call is received. To use Call Waiting,do the following: 1. To put the first caller on hold,press second caller.

  • Page 25: Call Forwarding

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:12 AM Getting Started Call Forwarding Incoming calls can be forwarded to another number, even if the PCS Phone is turned off. When Call Forwarding is activated, outgoing calls can still be made. To Activate Call Forwarding 1.
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  • Page 27: Chapter 2: Using Your Phone

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:12 AM Page 17 Using Your Phone The Internal Phone Book Caller ID Memory Locations Customizing Your Phone’s Features...

  • Page 28: The Internal Phone Book

    11/19/56 12:12 AM Using Your Phone The Internal Phone Book Inside the Samsung PCS phone is the Internal Phone Book which can store up to 99 names and phone numbers and tracks incoming and outgoing calls.Numerous features have been designed to help keep track of phone numbers and to make dialing numbers and returning calls easy.

  • Page 29: Storing Numbers Shortcuts

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:12 AM Using Your Phone 10. Press . The phone displays a confirmation message containing the name and number. Each memory location holds a phone number of up to 32 digits and an associated name of up to12 characters. Storing Numbers Shortcuts While in Stand-by Mode, you can enter a number you wish to store.

  • Page 30: Entering Names

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:12 AM Using Your Phone Entering Names To enter a name,press the number key on which the letter is listed. Press the key once,twice,or three times to enter the desired letter. To enter consecutive letters that appear on the same key, press the key to separate them.

  • Page 31: Erasing Phone Numbers

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:12 AM Using Your Phone 7. Enter the information as prompted by the display. 8. If you selected , enter the name (or first letter or letters) of the person whose number you need. 9. If you selected , enter as many digits of the phone number as you can remember (at least two digits).

  • Page 32: Dialing From The Internal Phone Book

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:12 AM Using Your Phone Dialing from the Internal Phone Book Numbers stored in the Internal Phone Book can be used for quick dialing. To dial a number stored in the Internal Phone Book: 1. Press 2. Press to select PHONE BOOK.

  • Page 33: Prepending Stored Phone Numbers

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:12 AM Using Your Phone Prepending Stored Phone Numbers When traveling outside your home service area, you may need to add an area code to a number stored in a Memory Location without one.Digits can be temporarily added to the beginning of a stored phone number.

  • Page 34: Caller Id

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:12 AM Using Your Phone Caller ID Caller ID displays the caller’s number on an incoming call. If the caller’s name and number are stored in the phone’s Internal Phone Book,the caller’s name is also displayed.(For more information on the phone’s Internal Phone Book, refer to “Internal Phone Book”on page 18.) Caller ID is a feature programmed into the phone and no activation is required.

  • Page 35: Memory Locations

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:12 AM Using Your Phone Memory Locations Recalling A Number Using Memory 1. Press . Enter the Memory Location,or: 2. Press again to begin scrolling through all Memory Locations.Use to scroll through the locations. 3. To call the selected phone number, press Table 6: Dialing Shortcuts Activity Shortcuts...

  • Page 36: Customizing Your Phone's Features

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:12 AM Using Your Phone Customizing Your Phone’s Features Setting Ringer Type The ringer is the sound the phone makes on an incoming call.The SCH-1910 has nine distinctive ring types and two melodies. To select ring type: 1.

  • Page 37: Setting Key Tone Volume

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:12 AM Using Your Phone Setting Key Tone Volume The key tone is the sound made when a key is pressed. 1. Press 2. Press to select SOUNDS. 3. Press to select Key Volume. 4. Press or the volume control on the side of the phone to select the desired key volume level.

  • Page 38: Obtaining Numeric Characters

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:12 AM Using Your Phone 4. Enter your greeting by pressing the number key on which the letter you want to enter is listed. 5. Press the key once,twice,or three times,depending on whether the letter you want to enter is listed on the key first,second or third.(For example,press press twice for “B”and press...

  • Page 39: Backlighting

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:12 AM Using Your Phone 3. Select AUTO RETRY, either ON or OFF. Use the to make the selection. 4. Select ANY KEY Answer, either ON or OFF. Use the to make the selection.Refer to “Special PCS Functions”on page II for details on using the feature.
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  • Page 41: Chapter 3: Advanced Features

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:13 AM Page 31 Advanced Features Call Logs & Tracking Calls Checking Airtime Entering & Storing a Hard Pause Using the Hard Pause Phone Security...

  • Page 42: Call Logs & Tracking Calls

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:13 AM Advanced Features Call Logs & Tracking Calls The PCS phone keeps a log of the last nine incoming and last nine outgoing calls and the cumulative airtime. Times are displayed in hours,minutes and seconds (02h35m46s). To see the Incoming or Outgoing call logs: 1.

  • Page 43: Checking Airtime

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:13 AM Advanced Features Checking Airtime The airtime displayed will be different from the airtime shown on your actual phone bill. Last Call Airtime 1. Press 2. Press to select CALL LOGS. 3. Press to select AIRTIME. 4.

  • Page 44: Entering & Storing A Hard Pause

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:13 AM Advanced Features Entering & Storing a Hard Pause You can enter a hard pause by pressing displayed as a “p”on the phone display. A hard pause is a temporary time-out interruption until you press dialed number. A hard pause is useful when you want to store a number to use an interactive response system or to use a calling card number.

  • Page 45: Using The Hard Pause

    6. Continue with the recorded conversation. 7. When the conversation is ended,press Phone Security The Samsung PCS phone offers two options for phone security: locking and restricting the phone.When the phone is locked, incoming calls can be received and emergency calls can be placed, but all other phone functions are disabled.In the restrict mode, you...

  • Page 46: Lock Code

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:13 AM Advanced Features Lock Code The lock code is a four-digit code which can be any number you want it to be. You selected your first lock code when you placed your order with your service carrier. If you cannot recall your code,call Customer Care toll-free at 888-987-HELP.

  • Page 47: Restricting Incoming/Outgoing Calls

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:13 AM Advanced Features 4. Select RESTRICT. Press , PHONE BOOK. This feature disables access to the Phone Book and Call Logs. Note:One-Touch and Two-Touch Dialing are not available if the Internal Phone Book is restricted. 5. Select UNRESTRICT (default setting).The Phone Book is not restricted.

  • Page 48: Changing The Lock Code

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:13 AM Advanced Features Changing the Lock Code The lock code can be changed at any time to any four-digit code you create.Create a code that is easy to remember. If you change your lock code and forget the code,take your phone to the nearest PCS Customer Center for assistance.

  • Page 49: Dialing When The Phone Is Locked

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:13 AM Advanced Features If no emergency numbers have been saved,“EMPTY”is displayed in each slot.Once an Emergency Location has been filled,the phone displays the number on the screen. 5. Press to select emergency location <empty 1>. 6. Repeat this process for each emergency number. Press to select emergency location <empty 2>.

  • Page 50: Voice Mail

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:13 AM Advanced Features Voice Mail Your Samsung SCH–1910 PCS Phone comes equipped with Voice Mail capability.You can access voice and text messages by pressing key. The menu will read: 1. Voice 2. Text 3. Erase All Check with your service provider for instructions on accessing your voice and text messages.

  • Page 51: Chapter 4: Special Pcs Functions

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:13 AM Page 41 Special PCS Functions Defining In Use Menu KeyGuard Ring Tone Mute Any Key Answer Feauture True Alpha Search and Sort Shortcut Keys Optional PCS Phone Accessories Phone Specifications...

  • Page 52: Defining In Use Menu

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:13 AM Special PCS Functions Defining In Use Menu To access the In Use Menu,do the following: While in a call,press and select the appropriate number: 1. Press : Mutes the microphone. 2. Press : Activates the silent key function. 3.

  • Page 53: Ring Tone Mute

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:13 AM Special PCS Functions Ring Tone Mute The Ring Tone Mute is a special feature that allows you to mute the ring tone during incoming calls. To use the Ring Tone Mute feature,do the following: 1. Press after the first ring of the incoming call to mute the ringer.

  • Page 54: Shortcut Keys/Menu Navigation

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:13 AM Special PCS Functions Shortcut Keys Power ON/OFF Press and hold Menu Scrolling Press Enter Number. Press Make Calls Press Correct Mistakes Press Redial Call Speed Dialing Enter Memory Location and press Press End Call Press Answer Call Press Save Number...

  • Page 55: Optional Pcs Phone Accessories

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:13 AM Page 45 Special PCS Functions Optional PCS Phone Accessories Cigarette Lighter Adapter & Charger The Cigarette Lighter Adapter and Charger is used to quickly charge the PCS phone in any vehicle while you drive and to operate the PCS phone from a vehicle cigarette lighter socket.
  • Page 56 1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:13 AM Page 46 Special PCS Functions Optional PCS Phone Accessories Hands-Free Car Kit The Hands-Free Car Kit allows safety, freedom and convenience while operating a vehicle. H a n d s - F ree Car Kit HF55 Batteries Two types of NiMHbatteries are available with the PCS phone:...
  • Page 57 1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:13 AM Special PCS Functions Optional PCS Phone Accessories The accessories listed above can be purchased with the PCS Phone at your retail point of sale. Page 47 Hand Strap The Hand Strap provides convenience and safety when holding or using your PCS phone.

  • Page 58: Phone Specifications

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:13 AM Special PCS Functions Phone Specifications The ge n e ral specifications of your PCS phone are indicated in Table 7 . Table 7: Phone Specifications Dimensions 5.1x2x1.1.0(inch)130x54x28(mm) Std Battery 5.1x2 x1.4(inch)130x54x36(mm) Ext.Battery) Volume 180cc(Std.Battery) 250cc(Ext.Battery) Weight Including Standard Battery- 7.0 ounces (199 grams)

  • Page 59: Appendix

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:13 AM Page 49 Appendix Battery Care and Maintenance Troubleshooting Important Safety Instructions...

  • Page 60: Battery Care And Maintenance

    11/19/56 12:13 AM Appendix Battery Care and Maintenance Use only Samsung–approved batteries (model numbers BTH852S and BTH1552L) for Desktop and Travel chargers (model numbers DTC54 and TC55). These chargers are designed to maximize battery life and performance.Using other batteries or chargers will invalidate your warranty and may cause damage as well.

  • Page 61: Disposal Of Your Batteries

    Recycling Nickel Metal Hydride Batteries Nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries are recyclable.You can return your unwanted Samsung batteries to your nearest Samsung Service Center. For the Samsung Service Center nearest you,call toll free 1-888-987-HELP (4357) in the U.S.

  • Page 62: Troubleshooting

    Appendix Troubleshooting Maximizing Call Quality In order for the Samsung PCS phone to operate with optimal call quality, please note the following: • Extend the phone’s antenna to its full length.While it may be possible to place calls with the antenna retracted,the PCS phone operates best with the antenna fully extended.

  • Page 63: Common Questions

    Does the phone have to be ON to receive a call? Yes.In order to receive a phone call,the Samsung PCS phone must be powered on. Can I answer the phone by pressing any key? Yes.
  • Page 64 11/19/56 12:13 AM Appendix How do I keep track of my calls? The Samsung PCS phone is capable of tracking your incoming and outgoing calls.The phone has a built-in calling log feature that stores nine incoming and nine outgoing calls.
  • Page 65 My antenna feels like it could bend very easily. The Samsung PCS phone has a flexible antenna which keeps its shape when accidentally bent. What do I do if my PCS phone is lost or stolen?

  • Page 66: Important Safety Instructions

    PCS phone are noted. Compliance with Safety Standards Samsung has ensured that the Samsung PCS phone meets all standards and recommendations for the protection of the public exposure to RF electromagnetic ener gy established by governmental bodies and other qualified organizations.
  • Page 67 1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:13 AM Appendix Electronic Devices Your cellular telephone is a radio transmitter and receiver. When the power is ON, it receives and sends out radio frequency (RF) energy. Most modern electronic equipment,such as equipment in hospitals and cars,is shielded from RF signals.However, RF energy may affect some inadequately shielded electronic equipment.
  • Page 68 1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:13 AM Appendix Other Dangerous Areas Turn OFF your phone in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere. It is rare,but your phone or its accessories could generate sparks which could cause an explosion or fire. Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often,but not always, clearly marked.

  • Page 69: Glossary Of Terms

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:13 AM Page 59 Glossary of Terms...
  • Page 70 1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:13 AM Glossary of Terms Glossary of Terms Airtime. Actual time spent talking on the wireless telephone.Most carriers bill customers based on how many minutes of airtime they use each month. Antenna. A device for transmitting and/or receiving signals.The size and shape of antennas is determined,in large part, by the frequency of the signal they are designed to receive.
  • Page 71 1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:13 AM Glossary of Terms phone.On the Samsung PCS handset, you press the same result. LED. Light Emitting Diode. Off-peak. The periods of time (usually after the business day or on weekends) during which the service provider offers discounted airtime rates.
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  • Page 73: Index

    1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:14 AM Page 63 Index...
  • Page 74 1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:14 AM Index Airtime Airtime,Erase Total Any Key Answer Feature Audible Alerts Backlighting Basic Description Basic Features Batteries Battery Care and Maintenance Battery Charge Indicator Battery Installation Battery Specifications Call Forwarding Call Forwarding,Deactivating Call Logs - Tracking Calls Call Waiting Call Waiting,Disabling Caller ID...
  • Page 75 1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:14 AM Index Emergency Numbers Ending a Call Glossary of Terms Greeting,Setting Up Your Hands-Free Car Kit Hand Strap Hard Pause Hard Pause,Entering and Storing Icon Functions Safety Instructions Installing the Standard Battery Intellectual Property Internal Phone Book In Use Menu In Use Menu,Defining Key Functions...
  • Page 76 1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:14 AM Index Memory Locations Menu Structure Menu Structures Message Ring Frequency Misdialed Number, Correcting a Mistakes,Correcting Names,Entering Obtaining Numeric Characters One-Touch Dialing Optional PCS Phone Accessories Placing a Call Phone Numbers,Erasing Phone Security Phone Specifications Prepending Stored Phone Numbers Questions Rapid Desktop Charger Rapid Desktop Charger with Conditioner...
  • Page 77 1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:14 AM Index Ring Tone Mute Ringer Type Ringer Volume Standard Battery Set Up Shortcut Keys Storing a Phone Number Storing Numbers Shortcut Storing Emergency Phone Numbers Storage Temperatures Specifications Three-Way Dialing Total Airtime Travel Charger Troubleshooting True Alpha Sort &...
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  • Page 79 1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:14 AM Page 69 Phone Book Numbers...
  • Page 80 1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:14 AM Page 70 Phone Book Numbers...
  • Page 81 1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:14 AM Page 71 Phone Book Numbers...
  • Page 82 1910 OM-PRINT 11/19/56 12:14 AM Page 72 1130 east arapaho road r i c h a rdson, texas 75081 tel: 972-761-7000 fax: 972-761-7001 • tech support: 888-987-help(4357) web site: www. s a m s u n g t e l e c o m . c o m 1 9 1 1 1 0 3 0 0 0 1...
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