Page 1 S G H - A 8 9 7 S e r i e s P O R T A B L E Q u a d - B A N D M O B I L E P H O N E User Manual Please read this manual before operating your phone, and keep it for future reference.
Page 2: Intellectual Property
Intellectual Property All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating there to (the “Phone System”), is proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal laws, state laws, and international treaty provisions.
Page 3 T9 Text Input is licensed by Tegic Communications and is covered by U.S. Pat. 5,818,437; U.S. Pat. 5,953,541; U.S. Pat. 6,011,554 and other patents pending. ® ACCESS and NetFront™ are trademarks or registered trademarks of ACCESS Co., Ltd. in Japan and other countries. ®...
Page 4 MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED 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.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Section 1: Getting Started ... 5 Setting Up Your Phone ....... 5 Charging a Battery .
Page 6 Driving Profile ........55 Outdoor Profile .
Page 7 Messaging Settings ....... 115 Templates ........117 Delete by Folder .
Page 8 Warning Regarding Display ......167 Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling ....167 UL Certified Travel Adapter .
Page 9: Section 1: Getting Started
Section 1: Getting Started This section explains how to start using your phone by first configuring your hardware, activating your service, and then setting up your voice mail. Setting Up Your Phone Prior to use it is necessary to install both the battery and SIM into their corresponding internal compartments.
Page 10: Installing The Battery
Close the metal cover (4) and lock the cover into place (5). Note: The Samsung a897 has been tested to support up to a 16GB memory card. Installing the Battery Insert the battery into the opening on the back of the phone, making sure the connectors align (1).
Page 11: Charging A Battery
Your phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery. The Travel Adapter that is used to charge the battery, is included with your phone. Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers. Note: Long backlight settings, searching for service, vibrate mode, browser use, and other variables may reduce the battery’s talk and standby...
Page 12: Low Battery Indicator
Important!: Verify that the handset battery is installed prior to connection. If the battery is not properly installed and the wall charger is connected, the handset may power off and on continuously, preventing proper operation. Plug the flat end of the Travel Adapter into the Power/ Accessory Interface connector and the other end into a standard AC wall outlet.
Page 13: Switching The Phone On Or Off
Press and hold until the phone switches on. The phone launches the activation splash screen and then proceeds to search for the network. Once the network has been found, you can make or receive calls. Note: The display language is preset to English at the factory. To change the language, use the Language menu.
Page 14: Section 2: Understanding Your Phone
Section 2: Understanding Your Phone This section outlines some key features of your phone. It also displays the screen and the icons that appear when the phone is in use. Features of Your Phone Your phone is lightweight, easy-to-use and offers many useful features.
Page 15 Power/Accessory Interface connector: allows you to connect a Travel Charger or other optional accessories such as a USB/data cable or a hands-free headset for convenient, hands-free conversations. 3.5mm Headset jack: allows you to plug in headphones. External speaker: allows you to hear the caller. Display: shows the information needed to operate your phone, such as the received signal strength, phone battery level, time, etc.
Page 16: Side Views Of Your Phone
Speaker Microphone: allows other callers to hear you during a call when the phone is in Speaker mode. Volume keys: allow you to adjust the ringer volume while in standby mode or adjust the voice volume during a call. When receiving an incoming call, briefly press down either volume key ( to mute the ring tone.
Page 17: Rear View Of Your Phone
Camera lens: is used to take pictures and shoot videos. Power LED Flash: allows you to take pictures when there is not sufficient light. Your display screen provides a wealth of information about the phone’s status and options, as well as providing access to the new widget bar.
Page 18 The Widget bar provides quick access to those functions you use most frequently (Analog Clock, Digital Clock, Dual Clock, TV, Photo Favorites, Voice Recognition, AT&T Navigator, AppCenter, Mobile Web, Today, Calendar, Favorite URL, Picture, Birthday, Sound Profile, Bluetooth, Alarms, Calculator, Video, Games, Widget Memo 1, 2, and 3, Create Message, Message Inbox, Record Audio, Memo, Timer, Go on a Diet, My Space, AT&T Social Net, Facebook Yahoo!, and MSNBC.
Page 19 Displays when your phone is communicating with the 3G network. Displays when an internal microSD memory card is detected. Displays when the phone is connected to a computer via a supported USB cable connection. Displays within the Indicators area when a new text message is received.
Page 20: Using The Multitasking Menu
This key ( ) launches the Multitask menu that can be activated from within any active window or page on the phone. There is no need to stop what you are doing, if you quickly want to jump out and activate another common feature. The idea is to allow you to temporarily exit from your current location to access a group of common functions such as: Call, Messaging, Mobile Web, Music Player, Games, and End all.
Page 21 When any Java application, such as a game, is paused, suspended, or minimized, the Multitask screen is modified to include the Java application. In the example below, the bowling game has been paused. Touch the Up or Down arrows to scroll up or down. Understanding Your Phone...
Page 22: Section 3: Menu Navigation
Section 3: Menu Navigation This section explains the menu navigation for your phone. The a897 has done away with the need for navigation wheels or keypads. The a897 is completely navigable by either an on-screen touch or scroll. • Touching an on-screen option activates the feature. •...
Page 23 The a897 originally has three main menus but you can add two more main menus for a total of five. Some icons can be deleted and replaced with new icons. From the Idle screen, touch displayed. Drag your finger along the three bars at the top of the Main menu to scroll through the three Main menus.
Page 24 The Menu Items screen is displayed. Touch one of the Menu Items to have the icon for that feature or application added to your menu. Default items that already have icons on a menu will be grayed out. Continue to add Icons that you want on a main menu. When Main Menu 4 is full, you can scroll to Main Menu 5 and add icons to it also.
Page 25: Navigating Through Menus
Touch the symbol next to the icon you want removed. The icon is removed and the Opening an Application Tap the associated on-screen icon. • Press to exit from the current menu and return to the previous screen. • Press to exit from the current location or function, cancel your input and return to the Idle screen.
Page 26 Note: Scrolling requires that you press firmly on the screen then drag. When scrolling through a list make sure not to touch or press individual entries on the list as this will open the list entry. Using the Power Search Tab Within the Contacts list (sorted alphabetically) the Power Search tab allows to quickly “thumb through”...
Page 27: Widgets
Touch the Alarm Time field and then adjust the hour and minutes values by entering manually (Keypad tab) or using either the +/- buttons or by quickly sliding your fingertip over the numbers (Jog tab). Widgets The Widget bar provides quick access to mini-programs (widgets).
Page 28 To select which items are displayed or hidden within the Widget bar: From Idle mode, open the Widget bar and touch Touch the check box to place a check mark next to the Widget you want to display. – or – Touch the check box again to remove the check mark and hide the Widget.
Page 29 AppCenter: opens AppCenter. For more information, refer to “AppCenter” on page 129. Mobile Web: opens the Mobile Web home page. For more information, refer to “Mobile Web” on page 159. Today: displays the current date (day/month/year). Calendar: allows you to access the Calendar feature.
Page 30 Sound Profile: allows you to quickly modify your current sound Profile. For more information, refer to “Sound Profiles” on page 52. Bluetooth: From this application you can activate Bluetooth and configure it so other Bluetooth devices can see your device by name. For more information, refer to “Bluetooth”...
Page 31: Widget Bar Navigation
Timer: allows you to easily access your Timer. For more information, refer to “Timer” on page 157. Go on a Diet: allows you to see how many days it has been since starting a diet. Touch the icon and touch Start to start keeping track of days.
Page 32 You can easily customize the Widget bar by either keeping these mini-apps docked within the bar itself or undocking them by dragging anywhere onto your Main display screen. Touch and hold the widget (1). While still holding the icon, in a single motion, drag it over to the new location and release your finger from the screen.
Page 33: Understanding The Events Widget
Tip: Flick the screen in an upward motion to quickly scroll through the list. Accessing Multiple Widget Desktops Drag your finger along the three bars at the top of the Main menu to scroll through the three widget desktops. You can scroll in either direction.
Page 34 Displays within the Event Widget as a tab when a new message is received. Displays within the Event Widget as a tab when a new chat message is received. Displays within the Event Widget as a tab when a new email message is received. Displays within the Event Widget as a tab when a scheduled event has been missed.
Page 35: Section 4: Call Functions
Section 4: Call Functions This section describes how to make or answer a call. It also includes the features and functionality associated with making or answering a call. For more information, refer to “Call Settings” on page 67. Displaying Your Phone Number ➔...
Page 36: Making A Call Using Speed Dial
Use the following steps to correct a mis-typed entry when dialing. After entering a number using the keypad. • If you make a mistake, touch • Press and hold to erase the entire string of numbers. Press to return to the Idle screen. Ending a Call Press the key.
Page 37: Making A Call From The Address Book
The Speed Dial screen displays showing the numbers 1 through 9. The number 1 is reserved for Voice Mail. Touch an unused number and the Contacts screen displays. Select a contact to assign to the number. You can also tap on the search box and enter the first few letters of the name you are searching for.
Page 38: Dialing Options
When receiving an incoming call: Briefly press down either volume key ( • – or – To mute the ring tone when the phone is facing upwards, flip the phone over so that it is facing down. To mute the ring tone when the phone is facing downwards, flip the phone over and then flip it over again so that it is facing downward.
Page 39 Important!: When establishing a Video Share session, only the sender of the video clip can save the file. The recipient will receive a Video Share pop-up to either Accept or Reject the Video Share call. They should press the Accept soft key to continue or Reject soft key to reject the invitation.
Page 40: Recent Calls
During a call (while not in a Live Video Share session) you can share a recorded video for the recipient. ➔ ➔ Touch More Video Share from the available files in your Video folder. To make the connection, the recipient should press Accept and the Video begins to play on both phones.
Page 41 Note: If there is a voicemail sent by the same number, associated icons are displayed and can then be selected. Scroll through the list of missed calls. To move to another call type, touch the call drop-down list (upper right of Calls page) and make your selection. Viewing the Details of a Missed Call To view the details of a selected missed call, use the following steps:...
Page 42: Call Time
To add additional recipients, touch the yellow recipients field. Insert new recipients by: • Pressing the yellow field and then entering the number manually. • Selecting from Recent Contacts to choose your recipient. • Select an entry from your Contacts list. •...
Page 43: Data Counter
Enter the user-defined password and touch OK to reset all counters. For more information, refer to “Change Phone Password” on page 65. • Press to cancel this operation. Data Counter Data Counter refers to the amount of data (volume) to and from the phone.
Page 44 Speaker On/Off routes the phone’s audio through either the speaker • or through the earpiece. – Slide Speaker to On to route the audio through the speaker. (You can adjust the speaker volume using the volume keys.) – Slide Speaker to Off to use the phone’s earpiece (see “Using the Speakerphone During an Active Call”...
Page 45 When you have an active call and a call on hold, you may switch between the two calls, changing the one on hold to active and placing the other on hold. Touch Swap. • The current call (caller #2) is placed on hold and the previous call on hold (caller #1) is then reactivated so that you can continue conversing with that person.
Page 46 Example: You wish to say something to person in the room, but do not want the person on the phone to hear you. Note: If you are already in Video Share or you have a call on hold, you need to select Mute/Unmute.
Page 47 This feature joins all of the calls you have established with your phone (both active and on hold) into a multi-party call. Press to answer the first incoming call. Press or Accept to answer the next incoming call. The first call is automatically put on hold. Join the first two callers into a single multi-party call by touching Join.
Page 48: Section 5: Entering Text
Section 5: Entering Text This section outlines how to select the desired text entry mode when entering characters using the QWERTY keyboard-style keypad. This section also describes how to use the T9 predictive text entry system to reduce the number of key strokes needed to enter text.
Page 49: Changing The Text Input Mode - Keypad
There are three main keypad layout keys that will change the on- screen keys within the QWERTY keypad. The available Text Input modes are: T9, 123Sym, and Abc. Refer to the Text Input mode in the upper right hand corner to identify which mode you are currently in.
Page 50: Using 123Sym Mode
Touch the Text Input Mode button at the bottom of the screen and touch . The T9 letters will turn green will appear in the upper right corner of the screen. Begin typing a word. A list of word options displays and includes a number indicating the words available to chose from.
Page 51: Using Abc Mode
Note: The Emo option is available only when selected. Touch the Text Input Mode button at the bottom of the screen and touch Touch either on the through additional keys. Touch previous screen. Using Abc Mode Rotate your phone counterclockwise to a Landscape orientation.
Page 52: Using Numeric In Portrait Mode
The Numeric mode enables you to enter numbers into a text message. Touch the Text Input Mode button at the bottom of the screen and select Numeric ( ), then touch the keys corresponding to the digits you want to enter. Using Symbols in Portrait Mode Symbol mode enables you to insert symbols and punctuation marks into text.
Page 53: Changing The Text Input Mode - Handwriting
Use your finger tip to write out each character. Touch the Shift key to use uppercase letters. Touch the Space key ) to create a space between letters, numbers, or symbols. Note: To properly recognize the written characters and to prevent scratching of the LCD, do not use script.
Page 54: Handwriting Mode-Entering Characters
The following buttons can also be used in Handwriting mode: Shift key: Touch this key before writing a letter to make it upper case. Space key: Touch this key before writing a letter to insert a space. Handwriting Mode-Entering Characters Touch the Text Input Mode button at the bottom of the screen and select Abc.
Page 55: Handwriting Mode-Entering Symbols
As an example, to write “123 Anywhere” you would: • Touch the Text Input Mode button and select Numeric. then shown on the screen. • Write 123. • Touch the Text Input Mode button and select Abc. shown on the screen. •...
Page 56: Section 6: Changing Your Settings
Section 6: Changing Your Settings This section includes tips on how to use your phone’s features, as well as how to change and customize the display settings, call handling, security settings, and other settings associated with your phone. Sound Profiles This menu allows you to specify how you are informed of incoming calls and messages as well as other notification sounds your phone can make.
Page 57 ➔ ➔ Touch Settings Sound Profile • Touch the name field and not the radio button to the right. Touch drop-down menu (upper-right of the screen) and select Message. Touch the Message Alert Type field, select one of the following and touch Save: •...
Page 58: Silent Profile
Touch the Power Off Type field, select one of the following and touch Save: • Melody: the phone rings using the ring melody selected in the Ring tone menu. • Vibration: the phone vibrates but does not ring. • Vibration & Melody: the phone vibrates and plays a melody simultaneously.
Page 59: Driving Profile
Touch the Message Alert Type field, select one of the following and touch Save: • Vibration: the phone vibrates 3 times. • Mute: the phone is silent and does not play a melody or vibrate. Touch the Message Alert Repetition pull-down and select one of the following options and touch Save: •...
Page 60 Touch the Message Alert Type field, select one of the following and touch Save: • Melody: the phone rings using the ring melody selected in the Ring tone menu. • Vibration: the phone vibrates but does not ring. • Vibration & Melody: the phone vibrates and plays a melody simultaneously.
Page 61: Outdoor Profile
• Vibration & Melody: the phone vibrates and plays a melody simultaneously. • Mute: the phone is silent and does not play a melody or vibrate. Drag the Phone Sound Volume slider to the volume level you desire (range is 0-7). Touch Save to return to the Sound Profiles menu.
Page 62 • Mute: the phone is silent and does not play a melody or vibrate. Touch the Message Alert Tone field, then touch to select Message Tone 1 - 6 and touch Save. Touch the Message Alert Repetition pull-down and select one of the following options and touch Save: •...
Page 63: Display And Light Settings
In this menu, you can change various settings for the display or backlight. ➔ From Idle mode, touch Light. Select one of the following options: • Wallpaper • Widget • Font Type • Greeting Message • Transition Effect • Brightness •...
Page 64 Touch and hold to erase the current greeting message. Use the on-screen keypad to enter a new greeting. Touch Transition Effect Allows you to activate/deactivate the default transition effect (wipe) during transitions between menu/options pages. ➔ From Idle mode, touch ➔...
Page 65: Time & Date
This menu allows you to change the current time and date displayed. ➔ From Idle mode, touch Touch the Time Zone Updating drop-down list and select one of the following: • Automatic : the phone automatically updates the time and date according to the current time zone using the network service.
Page 66 Language This menu allows you to select a display language for Text language and Text Input mode. Choose from Automatic, English, Français, and Español. ➔ From Idle mode, touch Language. Touch the Screen Text drop-down list, touch one of the following selections and touch •...
Page 67 The Motion Detection feature can be used for muting an incoming call or alarm, setting Snooze on an alarm, and starting and restarting a timer. ➔ From Idle mode, touch Motion Detection. Touch On to activate the Motion Detection feature, or touch Off to deactivate it.
Page 68: Lock Applications
unlock the SIM so you can use a different SIM card. Once you have entered the lock code, you are asked to confirm your password. Touch On or Off from the Lock SIM Card field. Note: This lock code is typically the last four digits of the current phone number or can be obtained from an AT&T customer service representative.
Page 69 Touch On or Off from the Fixed Dialing Mode field. • On: you can only call phone numbers stored in the Fixed Dial Contacts. You must enter your PIN2 to continue this configuration. You can obtain your PIN2 from AT&T’s customer service department.
Page 70 (obtained from AT&T) before you can specify a new one. Once you have entered a new PIN2, you are asked to confirm it by entering it again. Note: Not all SIM cards have a PIN2. If your SIM card does not, this menu does not display.
Page 71: Smart Unlock
Warning!: All User Data such as contacts, messages, pictures, videos, and music will be deleted. Ensure that you remove your MicroSD card if applicable as it will be erased with the Restore Phone option. Airplane Mode Airplane Mode allows you to use many of your phone’s features, such as Games, Voice note, etc., when you are in an airplane or in any other area where making or receiving calls or data is prohibited.
Page 72 Touch General and select from the following options: • Show My Number: allows you to select how your caller ID is handled when an outgoing call is initiated. This is what others see on their Caller ID screen. This value can be made blank if you do not wish your number displayed to other users.
Page 73: Connectivity
• Auto Redial: the phone automatically redials the last active number if the call was either cut off or you were unable to connect. – Touch either On or Off to activate/deactivate the function. – Touch Save to store the new setting. Press twice return to the previous Phone settings page.
Page 74: Bluetooth Secure Mode
Touch Save Phone’s Visibility ➔ From Idle mode, touch ➔ Bluetooth Visible. Touch Yes or No to enable or disable the visibility (discoverability) of your phone. • Your phone becomes visible to other devices when you transmit your device’s name to others in your area. This allows other devices to detect your phone and request a connection.
Page 75: Configuring Your Phone's Usb Settings
Mode” pop-up when you connect to the PC. You can then choose from either: PC Studio, Media Player, or Mass Storage. • Samsung PC Studio: sets PC Studio to launch as the default application when a USB connection is detected.
Page 76: Network Profile Configuration
• Install PC Studio: allows you to install PC Studio on your computer. For more information, refer to “Installing PC Studio on Your Computer” on page 72. Touch Save Installing PC Studio on Your Computer PC Studio allows you to manage music, photos, and videos between your phone and computer.
Page 77: Applications Settings
• Auth Type: select the type of authentication used for this WAP connection: None, Normal, or Secure. • User ID: enter the User ID required to connect to the network. • Password: enter the user password required to connect to the network.
Page 78: Browser Settings
These applications are described in more detail within other sections of this manual. ➔ From Idle mode, touch Settings. Select the type of application which you want to change: • Messaging (see page 109) • Browser (see page 74) • Music Player (see page 132) •...
Page 79: Calendar Settings
➔ Settings Video Share. Activate any of the following options by touching the on- screen button. • Audio Alert : allows you to turn On or Off the Video Share Alerts which play a tone. • Auto Record : allows you to turn On or Off the Auto Record which records the Video Share call.
Page 80: Memory Management
information, see “Attaching Business Card to a Message” on page 111. • Speed Dial: allows you to set up Speed Dial for your contacts. For more information, refer to “Making a Call Using Speed Dial” on page 32. • Save New Contacts to: defines the destination for new contact entries (Phone, SIM Card, or Always Ask).
Page 81 Allows you to view specific information related to the current microSD card being used for storage. ➔ From Idle mode, touch Settings ➔ Management Memory Card Details. Note: Memory card is optional. Formatting the Memory Card Allows you to format your memory card. All information on the memory card will be removed and new folders will be created for your content.
Page 82: Software Update
The Software Update feature enables you to use your phone to connect to the network and upload any new phone software directly to your phone. ➔ From Idle mode, touch ➔ Update Continue Update. Follow the on screen instructions. Phone Information This option allows you to see the phone number on the SIM card (within the phone), the Manufacturer, the Model number, the Device ID, the Software version, the Language, and the Client...
Page 83: Section 7: Mobile Video
Section 7: Mobile Video Your phone allows you to access the Internet and download media files directly to your phone. These media files are displayed using the built-in Media Player. Mobile Video is a media service which allows you to stream media content (Weather, News, Sports highlights, etc.) directly to your phone.
Page 84: Customizing Mobile Video
Updating the Favorites List The list of media providers which appear in the Favorites section of the Mobile Video homepage can be edited and changed by the user. ➔ In Idle mode, touch Mobile Video ➔ Edit My Favorites. The screen is composed of two sections: •...
Page 85 Purchase Blocker: lets you restrict the ability to buy ringtones, • downloads, games, etc., from MEdia Net on this phone. Setting up Parental Controls ➔ In Idle mode, touch Mobile Video ➔ Parental Controls to access the MEdia Net parental setup fields.
Page 86: Section 8: Understanding Your Address Book
Section 8: Understanding Your Address Book This section allows you to manage your daily contacts by storing their name and number in your Address Book. Address Book entries can be sorted by name, entry, or group. Note: When storing an Address Book entry into your SIM card, note that only the name, phone number, group, and slot location are initially offered as fields (some SIM cards may allow an address as well).
Page 87 Touch if you want to change the category type of the entry. Choose from among: Mobile, Home, Work, Fax, or Others. Use your fingertip to scroll down the screen and touch any of the remaining fields to update their information. Touch , if required, to save your updates.
Page 88 • Email: adds an additional contact Email address field for this entry. • URL: adds a Web site’s URL to the entry. • DTMF: adds a DTMF tone string for use with this entry. • Group: creates an additional group field for group assignment. •...
Page 89 Press to bring up the recent calls screen. – or – ➔ ➔ Touch Tools Recent Calls. Touch a phone number from the list to reveal the Details page (shown below) for the phone entry. To call the selected number To save the number to the Address Book...
Page 90: Using Contacts
Touch Save Touch to store your changes. Using Contacts Dialing a Number from Address Book Once you have stored phone numbers in the Address Book, you can dial them easily and quickly by either using their SIM card location number or by using the Search field to locate the entry. Note: The default Address Book entries are: AT&T *Now - *669, AT&T Check Bill Balance - *225#, AT&T Customer Care - 1-800-331-0500, AT&T Directory Assistance - 411, AT&T Music ID - #43, AT&T Pay My Bill -...
Page 91: Address Book Entry Options
Within the Contacts list (sorted alphabetically), drag the Power Search tab to quickly “thumb through” the alphabet. When you get to the letter that begins with the first name you are looking for, release the tab and then scroll to the contact you are searching for.
Page 92: Finding My Own Phone Number
• Video Share: allows you to share either a live video recording or recorded video with a phone that is similarly equipped, and if both SIMs have the feature enabled. • Send Message allows you to send a text message or a multimedia message to the selected entry.
Page 93: Group Settings
Note: If FDN is Off: touch Menu -> Address Book -> Address Book Settings -> Fixed Dial Contacts -> Create FDN. Then follow steps 2-7. Enter your PIN2 password and touch provided to you by your Service Provider. Touch Name and use the on-screen alphanumeric keypad to enter a name for this FDN contact.
Page 94: Address Book Favorites
Save Touch to store the new Group category. Adding an Entry to a Group ➔ In Idle mode, touch Address Book Touch a group entry. Touch Add Member and place a checkmark alongside those entries you wish to add to the current Group. Touch Add.
Page 95: Managing Address Book Entries
➔ In Idle mode, touch Address Book Touch Drag the entry to the desired location in your Favorites. Touch Managing Address Book Entries You can copy, delete, and view the memory status for the Phone and SIM entries on your phone. Copying an Entry to the SIM Card Note: When storing an Address Book entry into the SIM card, note that only the name, phone number, group, and slot location are initially offered...
Page 96 Deleting All of the Address Book Entries You can delete all Phone or SIM entries from your phone’s memory. Deleting all entries from the Phone ➔ In Idle mode, touch Address Book Delete. Touch the All field to place checkmarks alongside all the current Address Book entries.
Page 97: Yellow Pages Mobile
Settings Used Space. • Phone: tells you how many Address Book entries (out of a possible 2000) are in use. • USIM: tells you how many entries are in use on your SIM card. – Additional No. 1: if you have added additional numbers to contacts saved on the SIM card, this is a counter of the number of SIM contacts with a second number saved on your SIM card.
Page 98: Section 9: My Stuff
Section 9: My Stuff The topics covered in this section include Applications, Audio, Games, Picture, Tools, Video, Other Files, and Used Space. ➔ Touch My Stuff. Select from one of the following functions: Applications, Audio, Games, Picture, Tools, Video, Other Files, or Used Space.
Page 99: Applications
Select an unlocked entry by touching it to then place a checkmark next to the entry. • Touch All to place a checkmark alongside all available/unlocked items. Once complete, touch Move/Copy. Touch Phone or Memory Card depending on where you want to copy or move the files to.
Page 100: Ringback Tones
– or – Touch an available entry. From the playback page, touch Set as and select from the following options: • Call Ringtone: allows you to assign the selected ringtone for use with general incoming calls when no other caller ringtone has been assigned.
Page 101: Games
To start recording, touch For more information, refer to “Record Audio” on page 150. Games The Games menu option allows you to shop games using AppCenter. You can download new games, then save them to the Games folder. For more information, refer to “Games” on page 126. Picture The Picture menu option allows you to shop for and download new graphics (using AppCenter), then save them to your Pictures...
Page 102: Tools
Set as: allows you to assign the current image as either your current • Wallpaper, or as a Caller Image used by a specific entry within your Address Book. More: allows you to choose from the following image options: • •...
Page 103: Video
This menu allows you shop for videos and to set up folders to save your videos using AppCenter. ➔ ➔ Touch My Stuff Video AppCenter is launched. Follow the on-screen options to purchase a new video. The file is downloaded and stored in the Video folder. Other Files This feature provide additional storage of other miscellaneous file types that may not fit into any of the previous categories.
Page 104: Section 10: Camera
Section 10: Camera This section explains how to use the camera on your phone. You can take photographs and shoot video by using the built-in camera functionality. Your 3.2 megapixel camera produces photos in JPEG format. Important!: Do not take photos of people without their permission. Do not take photos in places where cameras are not allowed.
Page 105: Camera And Camcorder Options
If desired, before taking the photo, you can touch on-screen icons to access various camera options. When viewing a picture after you have taken it, use the Up and Down Volume keys to zoom in or out. You can magnify the picture up to x2.0.
Page 106 Shooting mode (continued): Frame: allows you to choose a custom frame border • for your image. Choose from one of the 20 available frames. Camera Resolution: allows you to set the image size to either: 3M (2048x1536), w2M (1920x1080), 2M (1600x1200), 1M (1280x960), 0.3M (640x480), or 640x360.
Page 107 Effects: allows you to change the color tone or apply • special effects to the video. Options include: None, Black and White, Sepia, Negative, or Water Color. Video Quality: allows you to set the video quality to: • Fine, Normal, or Economy. Camera/Camcorder Settings tab (upper right corner): Guidelines: allows you to turn the guidelines On or Off.
Page 108 After you have taken a photo or shot a video, you can access various options from the Pictures/Video Folder page. Image/Video Play Slideshow Edit Information Return to previous page ➔ Touch and then touch one of the available options: Play Slideshow ( ): to play the available images (from the •...
Page 109 Return to previous page ( ): takes you back to the previously • active camera or camcorder page where you can take another photo or shoot a new video. Accessing the Picture Folder ➔ ➔ Touch My Stuff Picture. Touch a photo to open it in the viewer. Selecting and Using the Picture Folder Touch a picture from the Picture page to display the image.
Page 110: Using The Camcorder
• Effects: allows you to choose from among several effects such as: Filter, Style, Warp, or Partial Blur. • Adjust: allows you to adjust Auto Level, Brightness, Contrast, and Color. • Transform: allows you to Resize, Rotate, and Flip the image. •...
Page 111: Camcorder Options
Using the phone’s main display screen as a viewfinder, adjust the image by aiming the camera at the subject. Press the Camera key again to begin shooting video. Touch or the Camera key to stop the recording and save the video file to your Videos folder. –...
Page 112 Touch a video to open it in the viewer and initiate playback. To play the video, touch Options available from the main Videos page, and before you select it to play: Create Folder: create a new My Stuff folder on either the Phone or •...
Page 113: Section 11: Messaging
Section 11: Messaging This section describes how to send or receive different types of messages. It also includes the features and functionality associated with messaging. Types of Messages Your phone provides the following message types: Text Messages • • Multimedia (Picture and Video) Messages IM Messages •...
Page 114: Additional Message Options
Note: If the number of recipients are less than 10, all members in the group will be added. You will need to delete any unnecessary members in the list by selecting the trash can icon and deleting unwanted entries. Note: Enter additional recipients by separating each entry with a semicolon (;) then using the previous procedure.
Page 115: Viewing New Received Messages
• Attach Files: allows you to add either a file, card, or other information such as a calendar entry, task, or note. – File: allows you to insert an audio, graphic, or video clip to your message as an attached file. –...
Page 116: Using Message Options
Touch the View button from the New Messages pop-up. Note: If you accidentally exit from this notification screen, you will need to go ➔ ➔ to Menu Messaging Inbox to access your messages. Touch a message you wish to view. The selected message appears in the display.
Page 117: Using Mobile Email
• Delete: deletes the current message. • More: provides these additional message functions: – Forward: allows you to forward the message. – Save to Address Book: allows you to save the recipient or sender’s information from the message to your Address Book as either a New or Updated entry.
Page 118: Deleting Messages
Note: Before using this feature, you need to subscribe to a messaging service. For further details, contact your service provider. Signing into Your IM Account Although each account type differs, the initial sign in procedure is common to all supported IM clients. Before beginning the sign in procedure, you must complete the previous procedures for selecting your default IM Community to which you are subscribed.
Page 119: Messaging Settings
Touch Delete. Delete All Messages ➔ ➔ Touch Messaging Touch either a single category (Inbox, Sent, Outbox, or Drafts) or touch All to place a checkmark alongside all entries. Touch Delete At the “Locked Messages” pop-up, touch Yes or Cancel to discontinue the process.
Page 120 • Email Settings: allows you to configure the Email parameters when sending this type of message. • Empty: allows you to configure a new Text Message Center profile for use when sending this type of message. Note: It is recommended that you do not alter these fields without assistance from a customer service representative.
Page 121: Templates
• Creation Mode: provide you with editing and formatting tools. Choose from: Free, Warning, or Restricted. • Default Style: assigns the “look and feel” for the multimedia message screen with parameters such as: Background Color, Font Color (for text), Font Style, and Slide Duration (during playback). Touch Save to store each new settings.
Page 122: Delete By Folder
➔ ➔ Touch Messaging Touch Create. Touch the empty text field and use the on-screen keypad to enter a message. You can rotate the phone to use the QWERTY keypad. For more information, refer to “Entering Text” on page 44. Touch Save to store the text to the Text Template folder.
Page 123 ➔ ➔ Touch Messaging Used Space. Touch a particular folder for review or both size and contents within the selected folder. When you have finished, press Messaging...
Page 124: Section 12: At&T Mobile Tv
Section 12: AT&T Mobile TV The AT&T Mobile TV (Mobile TV) service allows you to watch an exciting lineup of live, simulcast or time-shifted full-length episodes of entertainment, news, sports, and kids' programming from some of the most popular networks, including CBS Mobile, CNBC, CNN Mobile Live, Comedy Central, Crackle, ESPN Mobile TV, FOX Mobile, FOX News, MSNBC, MTV, NBC 2Go, and Nickelodeon.
Page 125 Subscribing to AT&T Mobile TV You must be in an AT&T Mobile TV coverage area to subscribe. Touch Touch Subscribe Now. The Review Base Package screen appears. – or – If you decide to Subscribe Later, you can access the Subscribe Now option each time you launch Mobile TV.
Page 126: Using The Mobile Tv Player
Navigate the Mobile TV Player and Program Guide using swipes and touch keys. Swiping up/down on the display changes the channel. Other available Mobile TV Player options: Accesses and displays the Program Guide. Exits Mobile TV. Views the program in full-screen mode. Displays information about current programs.
Page 127 Tapping the screen displays the icons and program title information, and the video resizes to the default viewing size. Using the Program Guide The Program Guide lists all scheduled programs and their respective channel names, program titles, descriptions, and program times. Touch a current program title from within the Program Guide to launch that program.
Page 128 The Options menu allows you to change your subscription, set parental controls, check for updates, and refresh your subscription. From the Program Guide screen, touch Follow the on-screen options and make your selection by touching the corresponding on-screen icon. Options include: Subscription Manager, Mobile TV Parental Controls, Check for updates, Refresh subscription, and About.
Page 129 Touch OK. Reenter the 4-digit PIN, and touch OK to store the new PIN. Touch Parental control ratings, and select the rating levels for TV, movies, and audio. After settings are confirmed, the service assesses a program's rating before allowing it to be viewed. When a selected program exceeds the set rating, you are prompted to enter your PIN.
Page 130: Section 13: Games & Applications
Section 13: Games & Applications Games The Games menu option allows you to access games that are on the phone and also shop for games using AppCenter. You can download new games and then save them to the Games folder. ➔...
Page 131 • JuiceCaster: This application is a social network specifically designed for use on a mobile device. The features of the site are similar to other social networking sites. Features include mobile chat, instant messaging, photo and video sharing, and forums. •...
Page 132 Follow the on-screen options to purchase the new application. The file is downloaded and stored in the Applications folder. To access a new application, touch the entry from the available list. Note: Service charges and subscription purchase may be required. For more information, refer to “AppCenter”...
Page 133: Section 14: Appcenter
Section 14: AppCenter The AppCenter allows you to shop for Ringtones, Games, Cool Tools/Apps, Videos, Color Graphics, Answer Tones, and Multimedia using the built-in browser. You can also access the MEdia Home site. ➔ Touch AppCenter. This launches the AppCenter application.
Page 134: Games
➔ ➔ Touch AppCenter Games. You may have to touch an on-screen entry twice, once to select it and a second time to navigate to that page. Follow the on-screen options to purchase a game. Cool Tools/Apps ➔ ➔ Touch AppCenter Cool Tools/Apps.
Page 135: Multimedia Store
If prompted to accept a redirection, touch Ok. Follow the on-screen options to purchase an answer tone. Multimedia Store This menu option allows you to shop for multimedia files (videos) using the built-in browser. ➔ ➔ Touch AppCenter Multimedia Store. You may have to touch an on-screen entry twice, once to select it and a second time to navigate to that page.
Page 136: Section 15: At&T Music
Section 15: AT&T Music AT&T Music provides you access to Streaming Music, Music Videos, Music communities, Music applications, and allows you to both identify and purchase music directly from your handset. Music Player The Music Player is an application that can play music files. The music player supports files with extensions AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, MP3, WMA, 3GP, MP4, and M4A.
Page 137: Adding Music To Your Handset
Touch quickly to move to the beginning of the • current song. Touch and hold to play the previous song. • Touch once to play the current song. • Touch once to pause the current song. • Advances to the next song. •...
Page 138: Shop Music
Note: The maximum number of songs you can synchronize between your phone and your PC is 1500. Shop Music AT&T Music can be used to shop for ringtones, Answer Tones™ and songs from some of your favorite music stores. ➔ ➔...
Page 139 Locate the song on your computer and using your right mouse button, click Copy. Open the Removable Disk drive corresponding to the microSD card location on the phone. Open the Music folder (ex:\\Audio\Music) you wish to upload from the handset. Using your right mouse button, click Paste.
Page 140: Using Playlists
Important!: When you are finished using the Music Player function, you must press to stop the function to prevent the battery from losing its charge. Pausing the player will continue to use the battery. Music Player Settings ➔ ➔ Touch AT&T Music Touch On or Off to either activate or deactivate the Background Playing option.
Page 141 Touch More Change Order. Touch and hold one of the songs. The color bar changes color. Drag the song to the new location. Removing songs from a Playlist ➔ ➔ Touch AT&T Music Touch a previously created playlist from the list and touch Remove Tracks.
Page 142 If this is your first time connecting the a897 to Windows Media Player you will need to enter a unique name for this phone connection (ex: a897 Card). This assigns a name to both the phone (when recognized) and to the internal microSD card.
Page 143 SGH-A897 SGH-A897 Sync List If not already active, click the Sync tab. Choose the destination location for the media files. The a897 Card entry (you named) appears in a drop-down list on the left side of the screen. Click on the Library entry (from the left column) and select a category to reveal available songs.
Page 144: Musicid 2
Once the USB connection has been established, the handset displays “Connected” and the computer screen then shows your phone. If not already active, click the Sync tab. Locate the Playlist section (upper-left). Right-click a playlist entry and select Add to ‘Sync List’. Click the Start Sync button (at the bottom of the Sync List) to begin uploading the selected playlist to your handset.
Page 145: Xm Radio
The song, or a list of songs is displayed. Touch the song and you will be diverted to a website where you can purchase the song. To share the song ID with another user, touch Share. Enter the recipients phone number. Touch OK once complete.
Page 146: Music Videos
Select a specific radio channel to start the music streaming to your phone. Touch Buy to purchase the music content associated to the selected channel. Music Videos Music Videos provides links to music video channels that are organized by music genres. ➔...
Page 147 ➔ ➔ Touch AT&T Music Music Sync. A screen will display stating the Music Sync uses large amounts of data and that you will be responsible for the data charges. Read the information and touch Okay to continue. Otherwise touch Quit. Follow the instructions displayed on your phone to download the PC Client to your PC.
Page 148: Community
Set Limits: You can set the upper and lower limits of the percentage of • space your memory card will allow for Music Sync. Reset Application: This option resets the Music Sync application. This • is needed if you want to pair your handset with a new PC. Note: This option removes all music files downloaded and resets files and folders on the data storage card.
Page 149: Section 16: At&T Gps
Section 16: AT&T GPS AT&T GPS provides you with access to real-time GPS-driven applications. These programs not only allow you to achieve real-time GPS enabled turn-by-turn navigation, but also access local searches based on a variety of category parameters. The system is also future upgradeable via the purchase of additional GPS applications.
Page 150: Using Navigator
Although your phone does not come with left and right softkeys, these are available as on-screen buttons so you can activate their corresponding features. ➔ ➔ Touch AT&T GPS AT&T Navigator. Select an option and follow the on-screen instructions to activate a Navigator features.
Page 151: Shopping For Gps Applications
• Speak It: enables the voice response unit and translates voice to text. If typing in the address, touch the following fields and use the on-screen alphanumeric keypad to enter the necessary information: • Street: used to enter a street address. Touch •...
Page 152 Touch Use GPS to get locations. This will set your location using GPS for future use of the Where application. The following menu icons appear in the display: • Weather: allows you to check the local weather. • News: allows you to check Local News, Top US News, Sports, Entertainment, Technology, or Strange News.
Page 153: Section 17: Tools
Section 17: Tools The on-board applications (such as camera, camcorder, calendar, and alarms) can be supplemented with additional applications which can be purchased through the AT&T Mall. Tools Tools are feature options that allow you to use your handset for a variety of non-phone related activities.
Page 154: Record Audio
Settings: lists the settings for voice command software such as: • Confirmation, Adaptation, Mode, Speakerphone, and About. If the phone does not recognize your command the Command not recognized screen displays with two options: Tutorial: provides instructions on how to use voice commands. •...
Page 155: Alarms
Once stopped, choose from one of the following options: • Play: ( ) allows you to play the memo. • Record: allows you to save the current memo and begin another session. • Delete: allows you to delete the current memo. •...
Page 156: Calendar
Touch Save to store the alarm details and Save again store this new event. Touch On from the Auto Power-up field to keep the alarm event active even if the phone is turned off. Activating this feature turns the phone on and sounds the alarm even if the phone was previously is a powered-off state.
Page 157 Touch Set to complete the process. Touch the Start Time field. The Start Time screen displays. Select the Keypad tab to enter a time with the keypad, or touch the Jog tab to scroll to the desired time using + or -. Touch Set to complete the process.
Page 158: Recent Calls
• Calendar Settings: allows you to configure the Calendar’s Starting Day (select either Sunday or Monday) and View by Mode (select Month, Week, or Day). • Missed Alarm Events: displays any missed events. • Used Space: displays a list of the different Calendar event categories along with the memory allocation for each.
Page 159: Memo
Line Width: allows you to set three different line widths used for drawing. Touch this icon to toggle between the three line widths. Color: allows you to choose between seven different colors. Touch the arrow keys to move the color bar. Undo: allows you to undo the last continuous stroke that you drew on your sketch.
Page 160: Tip Calculator
Enter the first number using the on-screen numeric keys. Enter the operation for your calculation by touching the corresponding on-screen arithmetic function key. Enter the second number. To view the result, touch equals (=). Tip Calculator Tip Calculator automatically calculates the following amounts: Gratuity (tip) •...
Page 161: World Clock
Use the popup keypad to enter the necessary value and touch Touch the drop-down list (upper-right) to then select the desired source unit. This is the value you are converting “from”. • The resulting converted values (“to”) are the automatically displayed in a list.
Page 162: Stopwatch
Note: In Jog mode, touching and holding down the + and - keys increases the speed at which the numbers scroll through each reel. Touch Start to begin the timer and touch Stop to pause the timer. Note: You can stop the timer by flipping your phone over so that it is facing downward.
Page 163: Section 18: Mobile Web
Section 18: Mobile Web Your phone is equipped with att.net, your access to the mobile web. This section explains how to navigate att.net and introduces you to the basic features. Accessing the Mobile Web To access the Mobile Web browser: When the Idle screen displays, touch att.net homepage displays.
Page 164: Navigating With The Mobile Web
To select an item, touch an entry. To return to the previous page, touch Back or press Press the Options soft key to access the following options: • Home [0]: returns you to the homepage where you started. • Enter Address: allows you to enter a URL address to a website.
Page 165: Search The Internet
To perform an internet search using keywords, follow these steps: Select the Web tab. Touch the Yahoo search field. Enter the keyword(s) to search using the on-screen keypad A list of search results displays. Touch a link. My Shortcuts Shortcuts enable you to access web content quickly. You can customize your Shortcuts.
Page 166: Emptying The Cookies
Touch a bookmark item in the Bookmarks list to go to that webpage. Adding Bookmarks When the Idle screen displays, touch In the URL field, enter the URL using the on-screen keypad and touch OK After the webpage appears, touch Options then select Add to Bookmarks.
Page 167: Changing The Wap Profiles
When the Idle screen displays, touch ➔ then touch Options History. Touch an entry from the list to access the site. Touch Clear to clear the history content. When you have finished, press browser. Changing the WAP Profiles Connection can be made via either one of three available connection profiles: MEdia Net, AT&T MMS (MultiMedia Server), or AT&T IMS.
Page 168 • Gateway Address: (WAP only) enter the gateway address of the proxy server. • Proxy Address: (HTTP only) set the proxy server address and port. • Secure Connection: (WAP only). • Linger Time (sec.): set a time period (in seconds) after which the network is disconnected if there has been no new data traffic in that time.
Page 169: Section 19: Accessibility
Section 19: Accessibility TTY Settings TTY (also known as a TDD or Text Telephone) is a telecommunications device that allows people who are deaf or hard of hearing, or who have speech or language disabilities, to communicate via a telephone. This phone comes TTY-ready and only requires the insertion of the TTY device to enable this feature.
Page 170: Section 20: Health And Safety Information
Section 20: Health and Safety Information This section outlines the safety precautions associated with using your phone. These safety precautions should be followed to safely use your phone. Health and Safety Information Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals Certification Information (SAR) Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver.
Page 171: Warning Regarding Display
Do not use if screen is broken or cracked as this could cause injury to you. Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling Samsung cares for the environment and encourages its customers to recycle Samsung mobile phones and genuine Samsung accessories.
Page 172: Ul Certified Travel Adapter
The Travel Adapter for this phone has met applicable UL safety requirements. Please adhere to the following safety instructions per UL guidelines. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND POSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGE. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Page 173 low level RF that does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects. Many studies of low level RF exposures have not found any biological effects. Some studies have suggested that some biological effects may occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by additional research.
Page 174 power than do the wireless phones themselves, the RF exposures that people get from these base stations are typically thousands of times lower than those they can get from wireless phones. Base stations are thus not the primary subject of the safety questions discussed in this document.
Page 175 studies is hampered by difficulties in measuring actual RF exposure during day-to-day use of 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 176 described above to reduce your RF exposure from wireless phone use. What about children using wireless phones? The scientific evidence does not show a danger to users of wireless phones, including children and teenagers. If you want to take steps to lower exposure to radio frequency energy (RF), the measures described above would apply to children and teenagers using wireless phones.
Page 177 advertised. Unlike "hand-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) charged two companies that sold devices that claimed to protect wireless phone users from radiation with making false and unsubstantiated claims.
Page 178: Road Safety
Health Protection Agency: • http://www.hpa.org.uk/radiation US Food and Drug Administration: • http://www.fda.gov/cellphones Road Safety Your wireless phone gives you the powerful ability to communicate by voice, almost anywhere, anytime. But an important responsibility accompanies the benefits of wireless phones, one that every user must uphold. When driving a car, driving is your first responsibility.
Page 179: Responsible Listening
Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may be distracting. Make people you are talking with aware you are driving and suspend conversations that have the potential to divert your attention from the road. Use your wireless phone to call for help. Dial 9-1-1 or other local emergency number in the case of fire, traffic accident or medical emergencies.
Page 180 Individual susceptibility to noise-induced hearing loss and potential hearing problem varies. Additionally, the amount of sound produced by a portable audio device varies depending on the nature of the sound, the device settings, and the headphones that are used. As a result, there is no single volume setting that is appropriate for everyone or for every combination of sound, settings and equipment.
Page 181: Operating Environment
National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders National Institutes of Health 31 Center Drive, MSC 2320 Bethesda, MD 20892-2320 Email: nidcdinfo@nih.gov Internet: http://www.nidcd.nih.gov/ National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) 395 E Street, S.W. Suite 9200 Patriots Plaza Building Washington, DC 20201 Voice: 1-800-35-NIOSH (1-800-356-4647) 1-800-CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636)
Page 182: Potentially Explosive Environments
A minimum separation of six (6) inches should be maintained between a handheld wireless phone and an implantable medical device, such as a pacemaker or implantable cardioverter defibrillator, to avoid potential interference with the device. Persons who have such devices: Should ALWAYS keep the phone more than six (6) inches from their •...
Page 183: 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 184: 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. Vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane) must comply with the National Fire Protection Standard (NFPA-58).
Page 185: Product Performance
Getting the Most Out of Your Signal Reception The quality of each call you make or receive depends on the signal strength in your area. Your phone informs you of the current signal strength by displaying a number of bars next to the signal strength icon.
Page 186: Battery Standby And Talk Time
Use only Samsung-approved batteries and recharge your battery only • with Samsung-approved chargers. When a charger is not in use, disconnect it from the power source. Do not leave the battery connected to a charger for more than a week, since overcharging may shorten its life.
Page 187: Care And Maintenance
For safe disposal options for Li-Ion batteries, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service center. Always recycle. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. Your phone is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care.
Page 188 Do not paint the phone. Paint can clog the device's moving parts and • prevent proper operation. Do not put the phone in or on heating devices, such as a microwave • oven, a stove or a radiator. The phone may explode when overheated. If your phone is equipped with an external antenna, use only the •...
Page 189: Section 21: Warranty Information
Limited Warranty does not cover any battery if (i) the battery has been charged by a battery charger not specified or approved by SAMSUNG for charging the battery, (ii) any of the seals on the battery are broken or show evidence of tampering, or (iii) the battery has been used in equipment other than the SAMSUNG phone for which it is specified.
Page 190 SAMSUNG. If SAMSUNG determines that any Product is not covered by this Limited Warranty, Purchaser must pay all parts, shipping, and labor charges for the repair or return of such Product.
Page 191 Limited Warranty. The agents, employees, distributors, and dealers of SAMSUNG are not authorized to make modifications to this Limited Warranty, or make additional warranties binding on SAMSUNG. Accordingly, additional...
Page 192: End User License Agreement For Software
Software. You may not rent, lease, lend, sublicense or provide commercial hosting services with the Software. 4. CONSENT TO USE OF DATA. You agree that Samsung and its affiliates may collect and use technical information gathered as part of the product support services related to the Software provided to you, if any, related to the Software.
Page 193 8. TERMINATION. This EULA is effective until terminated. Your rights under this License will terminate automatically without notice from Samsung if you fail to comply with any of the terms and conditions of this EULA. Upon termination of this EULA, you shall cease all use of the Software and destroy all copies, full or partial, of the Software.
Page 194 WITH ANY PROVISION OF THIS EULA, HOWEVER CAUSED, REGARDLESS OF THE THEORY OF LIABILITY (CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE) AND EVEN IF SAMSUNG HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR PERSONAL INJURY, OR OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THIS LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
Page 195 To avoid unintended information leaks and other problems of this sort, it is recommended that the device be returned to Samsung’s Customer Care Center for an Extended File System (EFS) Clear which will eliminate all user memory and return all settings to default settings.
Page 196 No reproduction in whole or in part allowed without prior written approval. Specifications and availability subject to change without notice.
Page 197: Index
Index Accessing AT&T Music Adding a New Contact Adding More Fields Deleting Fields During a Call Idle Screen Address Book Adding a New Contact Adding Pauses to Contact Numbers Address Book Entry Options Checking the Used Space Copying an entry to the Phone Copying Entry to Phone Copying Entry to SIM Card Deleting all of the Address Book...
Page 198 Playing Music while Using the Phone Playlists Shop Music Transferring Music From the Digital Music Stores Transferring Music Windows Media Player XM Radio AT&T Social Net AT&T Yahoo! Audio Audio Folder Backlight settings Battery charging Installing Low Battery Indicator Block Caller Bluetooth Device Stereo Brightness...
Page 199 Camera Options Settings Shooting mode White Balance Change Phone Password Changing Your Settings Charging battery Check PIN code Clear Phone Memory Cookies Emptying Digital Music Stores Display icons Entering Text Changing the Text Entry Mode Using 123Sym Mode Using Abc Mode Using Emo Mode Using Numeric Using Symbols...
Page 200 Downloading Multimedia Files Memory Used Space Memory Card Installation Memory Management Formatting the Memory Card Used Space Menu Navigation Messaging Creating and Sending Text Messages Settings Signing into Your Mobile Email Templates Types of Messages Using Message Options microSD card Installing Mobile Banking Mobile Email...
Page 201 Used Space Videos My-Cast Weather Network Profile Configuration Network Selection Paragraph Inserting a Return Parental Controls Configuring Filters Setup Password Changing PC Studio Phone Front View icons Rear View Side View Switching On/Off Phone Information Phone Lock Phone Safety Phone Settings Playlists Adding songs to a Playlist Creating a Playlist...
Page 202 Tip Calculator Tones Tools Alarms Calculator Calendar Camera Converter Memo Recent Calls Record Audio Stopwatch Tasks Timer World Clock Touch Screen Lock/Unlock Transition Effect Travel Adapter Using TTY Settings UL Certification Understanding Your Phone Features of Your Phone Front View Rear View Side Views Unmute...

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Samsung MYTHIC SGH-A897 Series User Manual

Section 1: Getting Started

Section 2: Understanding Your Phone

Section 3: Menu Navigation

Section 4: Call Functions

Section 5: Entering Text

Section 6: Changing Your Settings

Section 7: Mobile Video

Section 8: Understanding Your Address Book

Section 9: My Stuff

Section 10: Camera

Section 11: Messaging

Section 12: AT&T Mobile TV

Section 13: Games & Applications

Section 14: Appcenter

Section 15: AT&T Music

Section 16: AT&T GPS

Section 17: Tools

Section 18: Mobile Web

Section 19: Accessibility

Section 20: Health and Safety Information

Section 21: Warranty Information

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