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SCH-N150 Series P O RTA B LE C E L LULAR T E L E P H O NE User’s Guide Please read this manual before operating your phone, and keep it for future reference.
FCC RF EXPOSURE INFORMATION WARNING! Read this information before using your phone In August 1996 the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the United States with its action in Report and Order FCC 96-326 adopted an updated safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated transmitters.
All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating thereto (the “Phone System”), is proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal laws, state laws, and international treaty provisions.
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WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING FROM THE BREACH OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY, INCLUDING INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR BENEFITS.
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If you still have questions, we’ll be happy to answer them. Just call our Samsung Customer Care Center toll-free at 1.888.987.HELP (4357). We hope you enjoy using your new Samsung N150 Series Phone, and thanks for choosing Samsung. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2...
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Table of Contents Your consumer package ........… ..17 Front view of the Samsung N150 ........19 Getting to know your phone .......... 20 Antenna ..................20 Backlight features ................ 20 CLR (Clear) key: ................20 Display screen ................20 End (power on/off key) ...............
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Jump to date ................... 87 Using jump to date ................. 87 To do list ..................88 How to create a to do list ............... 88 To view, edit, add, or erase to do list items ..........88 SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
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Set Time ..................111 Auto Hyphen ................111 LCD Contrast ................112 Version ..................112 Voice dial .............. 113 Voice dialing ................113 Tips on recording names ............113 Record ..................114 Play/Erase ................. 115 SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
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Message options ................ 140 Message ringing ................ 141 Message time ................141 To select the message time stamp: ..........141 Message memory capacity ............142 Messages and lock mode ............142 Security ..............143 SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
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FCC and Industry Canada Notice ....163 Cautions ..................163 FCC Compliance Information ............. 163 Information to user ..............163 Samsung phone and battery specifications ......... 164 Samsung phone with standard battery ........164 Owner's record ................. 165 User guide proprietary notice ............ 165 SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2...
Your consumer package Your consumer package contains the following items: - Samsung SCH-N150 phone with hand strap - Samsung standard Li-ion battery - Samsung travel adapter - User guide SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
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Front view of the Samsung N150 SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
This is where the optional headset is connected. The headset includes an earpiece and microphone in a convenient, lightweight unit so you can converse without using your hands. Before using, gently pry open the top of the cover to expose the headset connector. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
“ OK” button when you press it center. When in standby mode, it functions as a “Mail Kit” access key to review received messages and send messages. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
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Here are the list of available symbol characters: .[1 .−’] ! _ \ .[2 ABC] @ + ? .[3 DEF] # = . .[4 GHI] % : , .[5 JKL] & ” { SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
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T9 English mode the next time. You can include numbers between letters without exiting the T9 input mode by simply pressing and holding the desired numeric key. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
Getting Started Getting service You must contact your service provider to obtain service for your Samsung N150 phone. It is suggested that you read this user guide to fully understand the features that your phone supports. Turning your phone on When you are ready to turn your phone on, fully extend the antenna for the clearest reception.
While this feature is active, the phone’s battery charge is conserved. The phone automatically rechecks periodically for a signal. To manually force the phone to recheck for a signal, press any key. A SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
You can send and answer calls only when your phone is turned on. During a call, the phone is in conversation or talk mode. While you are in this mode, pressing [MENU] gives you a list of options referred to as ‘In-Use Options’. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
Li-ion battery. The phone can be used while the battery is charging, but must be fully charged the first time you use your phone otherwise the battery could be damaged. Installing the battery The battery attaches to the phone very easily: SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
The phone can be used while the battery is charging. Your phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery. Only use Samsung approved chargers and batteries. These chargers are designed to maximize battery life. Using other chargers voids your warranty and may cause damage.
The guidelines listed below help you get the most out of your battery’s performance. − Use only Samsung approved batteries and chargers. Samsung chargers are designed to maximize battery life. Using other manufacturers batteries or chargers voids your warranty and may cause damage.
6. Pressing [C] cancels the action if you do not wish to erase all your logs: Keeping track of call logs Your phone saves a log of call activity and permits you to easily return calls. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
Last Call allows you to view the amount of time spent on the last call made: 1. Press [MENU] to display the menu. 2. Press [1 .-’] for Calls. 3. Press [5 JKL] for Air Time. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
Note: If you choose the Erase All option, the counters for all air times except Lifetime is reset to “ zero ” and begins counting the next time you make or receive a call. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
7. Press the navigation key up or down to scroll through the options. 8. Press [OK/Message] to select the option. The option menu closes, and selected pause (P or T) or hyphen (-) displays. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
6. Press [OK/Message] to select the desired number under a category label. 7. Pressing [MENU] permits access to the entry options. For further information on these options, see “Find name” on page 53. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
“Find Entry” on page 52. 2. Highlight the entry and press [OK/Message]. 3. Press [MENU] for Options. 4. Press the navigation key down and select ‘Edit’ by pressing [OK/Message]. The Phone Book information screen will display. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
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“Find Name” or “Find Entry” on page 52. 2. Highlight the entry and press [OK/Message]. 3. Press [MENU] for Options. 4. Press the navigation key to scroll down to ‘Name Ring’ and press [OK/Message]. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
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2. To store the phone number, press [OK/Message]. The procedure from this point is the same as “Add Entry” on page ??. Note: If the Caller ID information was unavailable, then the store option will be unavailable. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
2. If you stored the number using a hard pause(s), simply dial the number from the Phone Book and wait for the appropriate prompt from the number you are calling (credit card number, bank account number, etc.). When prompted, press [SEND] to send the number that SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
To access your phone book during a conversation: 1. Press [MENU] to display the In-Use Menu. 2. Press [3 DEF] for Phone Book. 3. Follow the procedures for “Find Name ” or “Find Entry” on page ??. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
Two-Touch Dialing: Memory locations 10 through 89 are special Two-Touch locations. For example, for location number 013, p ress [1 .-’] and then hold down [3 DEF]. The name and number are displayed and dialed. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
To access the Home menu page from any other menu in the MiniBrowser, press and hold [MENU]. An example of a Home Page is shown below: 1. Financial 2. Traffic 3. Travel 4. Weather 5. Sports 6. Entertainment SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
Right/left navigation keys: These are the soft keys. The left soft key is used as “OK” or “Retry ”. The right soft key is used to access secondary options, or a menu of secondary options such as “Cancel”, “Done”, etc. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
Once you reach SYM1 (Symbol set-1), you can press up or down navigation key to toggle between SYM1, SYM2, SYM3, and SYM4. Here are the list of available symbol characters: SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
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In most cases you can also use [SEND] to dial the number. The Internet connection is terminated when you initiate the call. After you end the call, your phone returns to standby mode. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
Use the navigation keys to select the month and day. 4. Pressing [MENU] displays two options through the pop-up display screen, they are: − View (Permits you to view previous entries). − Add New (Permits you to add a new entry). SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
5. Enter the new list to do through the alphanumeric keys. 6. Press [OK/Message] to lock in your choice. This action opens the Time/Date screen. 7. Enter the time and date and press [OK/Message] to continue. The To Do List opens. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
Eras e: Allows you to delete the event. 5. Press [C] for Exit. This returns the screen to viewing the already programmed countdown timer(s). 6. Or, after an option is selected follow the display prompts to continue. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
Press [* Shift] to enter a decimal point. − Press [# Space] to change the sign of a number to a negative (-). 5. Use the navigation keys to set the operator for your calculation. Your choices are: SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
7. To change the alarm time or turn the alarm off, repeat steps 1. to 6. above. Once the alarm is set, a graphic icon notifying you that the alarm is active will always be displayed in standby mode. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
Ringer type Five options are found for Ringer type under the Sounds menu. To activate these options: 1. Press [MENU] to display the menu. 2. Press [5 JKL] for Sounds. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
2. Press [5 JKL] for Sounds. 3. Press [2 ABC] for Ringer Type. 4. Press [4 GHI] for Data/Fax In. 5. Use the navigation key to select from the nine monotone rings and four melody tones. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
4. Press [2 ABC] for Service. 5. Scroll between On and Off using the navigation key. When the desired setting is displayed, press [OK/Message] to save. 6. To cancel, press [C] to return to the previous menu. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
4. Press [6 MNO] for Roam. 5. Scroll between On and Off using the navigation key. When the desired setting is displayed, press [OK/Message] to save. 6. To cancel, press [C] to return to the previous menu. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
4. Press the navigation key to change the setting between On or Off. 5. When the desired setting is reached, press [OK/Message] to save the setting. 6. You can press [C] to return to the previous menu at any time. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
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4. When the desired option is displayed, press [OK/Message] to save. 5. Pressing [C] returns you to the Idle Screen options menu. My phone # The My Phone Number option displays the telephone number of the phone. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
2. Press [6 MNO] for Display. 3. Press [8 TUV] to view the Version information. 4. Press [END] to quit and return to standby mode. 5. Or, p ress [C] to return to the previous screen. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
Enables voice dialing only by pressing and holding [* Shift]. . [*]/Flip : Enables voice dialing either when pressing and holding [* Shift] or when the flip cover of the phone is opened. 5. Press [OK/Message] when the desired option displays. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
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If you reach an end of a Stage with less than ten ‘Money’ count, the game is over. A high score is recorded each time you play. Key Commands The following options are displayed prior to the start of the game : SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
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- Press navigation key upwards: Move the character upwards. - Press navigation key downwards: Move the character downwards. - Press [OK/Message] to start the game. - Press [C] or [End] to e xit the game. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
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3. Press [4 GHI] for Tone Length. The Tone Length screen displays. 4. Press the navigation key to scroll between ‘normal’, and ‘long’. Press [OK/Message] to save. 5. Pressing [C] returns you to the previous screen. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
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Note: If you change your NAM, then the phone automatically reboots and acquires service using the new NAM. Set System Your Samsung phone allows you to set the preferred system. Changing this setting will affect your charges, so contact your service provider to determine the best roaming methods for you.
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PC, enabling you to use wireless data with a variety of Windows software applications. To use digital data or fax services with your Samsung phone, you will need to obtain a digital data/fax cable kit from your service provider.
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When connected to a computing device, your phone allows wireless fax and data transmissions. Your computing device software initiates the call to the destination phone number. Your Samsung phone functions as a wireless modem to send the fax or data file to the number designated by your PC software.
- Notice that the Send To field is updated with ‘Multi’ marking notifying you that the message is addressed to multiple recipients. - To add more recipient addresses, repeat the above 6. steps. The multiple destinations entered will be updated on the Send To list. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
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Receiving a message in standby mode When your phone receives a message in standby mode, the ringer sounds (unless turned off), and the screen displays (“New Voicemail” , SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
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2. Or, scroll through the menu with the navigation key. Press [MENU] for Options. The following options are available: - Reply - Forward - Delete - Save Address - Save Call Back # SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
/ time stamp, Send To number or e-mail address, call back number, the message body, and the delivery status. 5. Press [MENU] for more options.. A ‘Sent Msg’ pop-up menu will display. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
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To store unsent messages to the Filed Messages folder: 1. Press [MENU] to display the Mail Kit menu. 2. After “New Message” creation, press [5 JKL] for Action. 3. Press [OK/Message] for File Msg. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
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Press [2 ABC] for Entire Outbox. u Press [3 DEF] for Erase All Msg. When prompt displays, press [OK/Message] to accept or [C] to cancel. If accepted, all messages from the inbox and/or the outbox will be deleted. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
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To place normal outgoing calls in lock mode, enter the lock code to unlock the phone, and then dial the phone number. Restrict This feature allows you to restrict the use of your phone. To restrict the phone: 1. Press [MENU] to display the menu. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
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5. Enter the special number. You can enter up to 10 digits for each number. 6. Press [OK/Message] to save the number entered. 7. Press [C] to exit and return to the Security menu. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
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3. Press [8 TUV] for Voice Privacy. Select ‘enhanced’ to activate or ‘standard’ to deactivate Voice Privacy. 4. Press [C] to cancel the operation. 5. Or, p ress [OK/Message] to save the setting. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
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Note: Your service provider must enable this feature to have it properly work. Contact your service provider to verify if this feature is available in the network. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
7. Version - Displays the version of the software and hardware that is being used on the phone. 8. Voice Privacy - Allows you to select between a privacy level of standard or enhanced. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
Specifications are subject to change The information contained in this manual is believed to be correct at the time of printing, however, Samsung reserves the right to change or modify any of the specifications without notice or obligation to update existing units.
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Note: For more information about RF exposure, please visit the FCC website at www.fcc.gov..154 How to order accessories Most Samsung accessories can be purchased by visiting our web site at www.samsungtelecom.com. The accessories available for this phone include: Travel charger (TCH020JBE).
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Restricting children’s access to your phone Your Samsung 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.
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Avoid exposing your phone and accessories to rain or liquid. If your phone does get wet, immediately turn the power off and remove the battery. Only Samsung authorized personnel should service your phone and accessories. Using your phone near other electronic devices Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio frequency (RF) signals.
In some service areas, an operator may come on the line asking you how you would like to pay for the call. To make all of the features available to you, your phone is designed by SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
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Samsung and your service provider to allow your service provider to send (at any time) a variety or information and messages to your phone. You may think of this as an over-the-air service to your phone. During an over-the-air programming session, your phone may display the following messages: “...
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CE devices, Windows 95 , Windows 98 and ® ® ® WindowsNT Windows ME Windows 2000 are registered ® ® ® Trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. ® Samsung logo is the trademark of Samsung Electronics Corporation, Ltd. SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
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MusicMatch Jukebox is a registered trademark of MusicMatch, ® Incorporated. Apple® and Macintosh® are registered trademarks Apple Corporation Amazon.com ® The Weather Channel ® America Online ® eCompare! ™ Fox Sports.com™ Fidelity Investments® Hollywood.com SCH-N150 User Guide Draft Rev 1.2 3/16/01...
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