Samsung SCH-a990 Series User Manual
Samsung SCH-a990 Series User Manual

Samsung SCH-a990 Series User Manual

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SCH-a990 Series
P O R T A B L E
A l l
D i g i t a l
M o b i l e
P h o n e
User Guide
Please read this manual before operating your
phone, and keep it for future reference.
ZF05_CBa990_060506_D8

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  • Page 1 SCH-a990 Series P O R T A B L E A l l D i g i t a l M o b i l e P h o n e User Guide Please read this manual before operating your phone, and keep it for future reference.
  • Page 2: Intellectual Property

    You may not infringe or otherwise violate the rights secured by the Intellectual Property. Moreover, you agree that you will not (and will not attempt to) modify, prepare derivative works of, reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or otherwise attempt to create source code from the software. No title to or ownership in the Intellectual Property is transferred to you.
  • Page 3 Licensed by Qualcomm Incorporated under one or more of the following patents: U.S. Patent No. 4, 901, 307; 5, 056, 109; 5, 099, 204; 5, 101, 501; 5, 103, 459; 5, 107, 225; 5, 109, 390. Printed in Korea GH69-03367A Openwave®...
  • Page 4 DAMAGES, OR LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR BENEFITS.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Section 1: Getting Started ... 9 Turning Your Phone On and Off ... 10 Setting Up Voicemail ... 10 Understanding this User Manual ... 11 Section 2: Understanding Your Phone ... 13 Features of Your Phone ... 14 Open View of Your Phone ...
  • Page 6 Entering Symbols ...70 Entering Numbers ...71 Section 6: Understanding Your Contacts ... 73 Opening Contacts Menu ...74 Adding a Contact ...75 Adding Pauses ...78 Contact Groups ...79 Finding a Contacts Entry ...83 Editing an Existing Contact Entry ...83 Deleting a Contact Entry ...84 Storing Numbers After a Call ...84...
  • Page 7 Navigate the Web ... 185 Mobile Web Soft Keys ... 185 Links ... 187 Place a Call While Using Mobile Web ... 187 Section 12: Health and Safety Information ... 189 Health and Safety Information ... 190 Table of Contents...
  • Page 8 UL Certified Travel Adaptor ...192 Consumer Information on Wireless Phones ...192 Road Safety ...202 Operating Environment ...205 Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices ...205 Potentially Explosive Environments ...208 Emergency Calls ...208 FCC Notice and Cautions ...210 Other Important Safety Information ...210 Product Performance ...211...
  • Page 9: Section 1: Getting Started

    • Turning Your Phone On and Off • Setting Up Voicemail • Understanding this User Manual This section allows you to start using your phone by activating your service, setting up your voicemail, contacting customer support, or getting an understanding of how this manual is put together.
  • Page 10: Turning Your Phone On And Off

    1. Open the flip, then press Note: As with any other radio-transmitting device, do not touch the internal antenna as it affects call quality and may cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than is necessary. The internal antenna is located along the top on the back side of your phone.
  • Page 11: Understanding This User Manual

    Voicemail Setup 1. In standby mode, press and hold the 2. Follow the prompts in the new user tutorial to setup your mailbox. Listen to Voicemail 1. In standby mode, press and hold the 2. You are then prompted to enter your password followed key.
  • Page 12 Notes and Tips Throughout this guide are icons and text that are set apart from the rest. These are intended to point out important information, quick methods for activating features, to define terms, and more. The definitions for these methods are as follows: •...
  • Page 13: Section 2: Understanding Your Phone

    • Removable Memory Card Storage • Phone Memory Storage This section outlines some key features of your phone. It also displays the screen and the icons that are displayed when the phone is in use. Section 2: Understanding Your Phone...
  • Page 14: Features Of Your Phone

    Features of Your Phone • Domestic and international voice service (available on participating networks). • High speed data (CDMA 2000 1x Technology) • 3.2 Mega Pixel Camera • Camcorder • PictBridge Digital Print • TV-Out Option • EVDO 1x Technology •...
  • Page 15: Open View Of Your Phone

    Open View of Your Phone ** The SCH-a990 supports the wireless headset profile, hands free profile, serial port profile, dial-up networking profile and basic print profile for Bluetooth wireless technology. The SCH-a990 does not support all Bluetooth OBEX profiles. Go to www.verizonwireless.com/bluetoothchart to check vehicle/accessory compatibility.
  • Page 16 Left Soft key Option. 4. Camera/Camcorder Key: Launches the Camera/ Camcorder feature of your phone. 5. Send Key: Allows you to place or receive a call. In standby mode, press the key once to access the recent call log.
  • Page 17: Closed View Of Your Phone

    12. End Key: Ends a call. If you press and hold the END key, to power On or Off. When you receive an incoming call, press to send the call to voicemail. 13. Voice Recognition Key: Press to enable VoiceSignal™.
  • Page 18 3. Speaker: Music, Ringtones, and Sounds are played through the speaker. 4. Fast Forward Key: Music fast forward key. 5. Headset/Audio Video Jack: Allows you to plug in an optional headset for safe, convenient, hands-free conversations. 6. microSD™ Memory Card Slot: This expansion slot allows you to insert a microSD™...
  • Page 19: Back View Of Your Phone

    3. Volume/Zoom In/Out Key: Allows you to adjust the master volume in standby mode (with the flip open) or adjust the voice volume during a call. To mute the ringer during an incoming call, press the volume key up or down.
  • Page 20: Command Keys

    • When the left soft key function is Edit, press the Edit (left) soft to edit a Contact or Profile setting. Right Soft Key Some functions of the right soft key are as follows.
  • Page 21 The CLR key is used to erase or clear numbers, text, or symbols from the display. You can also use return to a previous menu or to return to standby mode from any menu. • If you enter an incorrect character, briefly press backspace (and delete) the character.
  • Page 22: Understanding The Display Screen

    Speakerphone Key Use the speakerphone key earpiece to the speakerphone before or during a call. Use the volume/zoom key (located on the right side of your phone) to adjust the volume. Press the speakerphone key to enable and disable the speakerphone option.
  • Page 23 No service: you’re outside a service area. You cannot make or receive calls. Wait for a signal or move to an open area to find a signal. This indicator always appears when you first turn on your phone and disappears once service is located.
  • Page 24 Bluetooth Connected: Indicates Bluetooth wireless technology is active and connected. Battery Level When the battery is low, an empty battery icon flashes and the phone sounds an alert, which indicates your phone is about to shut down. : Indicates that TTY is enabled.
  • Page 25: Dialogue Boxes

    Voicemail or web alert message. Alarm On : Indicates that your phone has a set alarm. Auto Answer: phone automatically picks up calls after the designated time with stereo headset or bluetooth headset connected.
  • Page 26: Battery

    Note: This phone comes packaged with a partially charged rechargeable standard Li-Ion battery and travel charger. Important: Although the phone can be used while the battery is charging, the battery must be fully charged before first use, otherwise you risk damaging the battery.
  • Page 27: Install The Battery

    Important: Using a non-supported battery may cause damage to your phone. Use a Samsung supported battery only. Install the Battery 1. Slide the battery cover down and lift up to remove it. 2. Insert the top end of the battery in the direction of...
  • Page 28 Note: For connection to an electrical supply not located in the U.S., you must use an adaptor of the proper configuration for the power outlet. Use of the wrong adapter could damage your phone and void your warranty.
  • Page 29: Removable Memory Card Storage

    If you continue to operate the phone without charging, it shuts down. Removable Memory Card Storage Note: Your phone does not come with the microSD™ memory card, it must be purchased as an accessory. See your service provider for more information.
  • Page 30: Phone Memory Storage

    My PIX: Pictures you have saved from a PIX message, downloaded via the “Get It Now” application, or taken using your phone. • My FLIX: Video Clips you have saved from a FLIX message, downloaded via the “Get It Now” application, or taken using your phone. •...
  • Page 31: Section 3: Call Functions

    • Answering a Call • Recent Calls • Roaming • TTY • VoiceSignal™ This section allows you to make or answer a call. It also includes the features and functionality associated with making or answering a call. Section 3: Call Functions...
  • Page 32: Making A Call

    Making a Call 1. At the standby screen, enter the number you want to call using the keypad. 2. Press Making Calls Using Contacts Contacts are entries that you create to store names, numbers, and other information for people or groups of interest.
  • Page 33: Answering A Call

    Recent Calls When you place, miss, or receive a call, a record of the call is saved in Recent Calls, which is a listing of the different types of calls you can either receive or make. These types of calls are listed below.
  • Page 34: Viewing Call Information

    4. The following options appear in the display: “type” call: dialed, or received. Name: If the caller is in your Contacts list, their name is listed here. This option only appears if the caller is in your Contacts list. Number: Displays the telephone number as well as the appropriate icon to indicate mobile, work, or home number.
  • Page 35 6. Press the down navigation key to highlight an option. Press to enter the highlighted option’s sub-menu. Call History Icons When you view Recent Calls, an icon to the left of the number indicates the type of call. Indicates a Missed call Indicates a Dialed call...
  • Page 36 4. Use the up or down navigation keys to highlight one of the following options: Mobile 1 Mobile 2 Home Work 5. Press to add a new contact, and then enter information. 6. Use the navigation keys to enter additional information...
  • Page 37: Roaming

    Note: Some features may be unavailable while roaming. Roaming Options The following roaming options are available: • Home Only - Your phone is available for normal operation only in the designated coverage area. • Automatic-A: The preferred roaming list is used to acquire service.
  • Page 38: Tty

    TTY MODE screen. Use the up or down navigaton key to highlight No and press to return to Call Settings menu. 5. Use the up or down navigation keys to select one of the following: TTY Full...
  • Page 39: Voicesignal

    VoiceSignal™ VoiceSignal is advanced speech recognition software that can be used to activate a wide-variety of functions on your phone. VoiceSignal software automatically voice activates all contacts for voice dialing, message addressing and searching, no pre-recording or training needed. When using VoiceSignal, speak naturally but clearly.
  • Page 40 3. Use the navigation keys to select the setting you want to change. The following options are available: • Choice Lists: If VoiceSignal is not absolutely confident that it has correctly identified a name or number, it can display a choice list of up to three possibilities, and prompt you to confirm the correct one.
  • Page 41 Prompts: Turns playback on or off for prompts such as “Please say a command.” Note: If you turn prompts off, you can still successfully use VoiceSignal by listening to the expert mode tones in place of the prompts. Digits: Turns playback on or off for digits, for example, when confirming a phone number.
  • Page 42 Make sure you wait for the beep before starting to speak. • Speak clearly, and say each digit distinctly. • If you make a mistake while recording a sequence of digits, or if there is an unexpected noise that spoils the recording, re- record that sequence. key.
  • Page 43 • Only adapt digits if you regularly have problems with digit dialing. Once adapted, digit dialing will not work as well for other people using your phone. • Adapt Digit Dial to your voice. Digit Dial Adaptation To access the Adapt Digits menu, follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 44 4. Highlight Reset Digits and press Digit Adaptation screen displays requesting confirmation of reset. Note: If you have not performed the Adapt Digits function, the Reset Digits option will not be accessible. 5. Press to proceed. Digit Adaptation Reset is completed.
  • Page 45: Creating A Contacts List

    6. The name that you said is repeated through the earpiece and your phone dials the number. 7. If VoiceSignal is not sure of the number that you said, a list of possible matches appears in the display. VoiceSignal™...
  • Page 46 Tip: VoiceSignal voice-activates the entire contact list according to the spelling of the entire name field of each contact entry. Remember to say the entire name of the contact you want to dial, exactly as it is spelled in the contact list.
  • Page 47 4. If you only say "Call," then “Please say the name, number, voicemail or last number” plays through the earpiece. 5. Say the area code and number that you want to dial into the microphone, clearly and naturally. The number that you said is repeated through the earpiece and your phone dials the number.
  • Page 48 • Postcard 1. In standby mode, press the 2. A list of commands appears in the display and the audio prompt “Please say a command” plays through the earpiece or speakerphone—if it is enabled. 3. Say “Send” (for a TXT message) or “Send” and a message type as a single command.
  • Page 49 To use Lookup, say the name of the contact that you want to look up. 5. Say the name exactly as it is displayed in your Contacts list, first name followed by last name. 6. The contact name appears in the display with other information that you’ve entered for that contact.
  • Page 50 1. In standby mode, press the 2. A list of commands appears in the display and the audio prompt “Please say a command” plays through the earpiece or speakerphone—if it is enabled.
  • Page 51 Verizon's data coverage. 1. In standby mode, press the 2. A list of commands appears in the display and the audio prompt “Please say a command” plays through the earpiece or speakerphone—if it is enabled.
  • Page 53: Section 4: Menu Navigation

    Section 4: Menu Navigation Topics Covered • Menu Navigation • Menu Outline This section explains the menu navigation for your phone. It also includes an outline of all the available menus associated with your phone. Section 4: Menu Navigation...
  • Page 54: Menu Navigation

    Use “Navigation Key Shortcuts” on page 55, for looking up the menu shortcut number. 1. In standby mode, press menu is launched. 2. Press the number of the menu, sub-menu, and so on to arrive at the desired feature. 3. Press MENU, then press MENU.
  • Page 55 In standby mode, press a navigation key (as illustrated below) to launch its corresponding application. *The Shortcut menu is set to Calendar by default, but it can be customized to select other functions instead. See also “Shortcut Key” on page 119 for more information.
  • Page 56 The In-Use Option Access numerous menus and features even while on a call. Note: If the call is disconnected while accessing the In-Use Option, the In- Use Option disappears from the display and the phone eventually returns to standby mode.
  • Page 57: Menu Outline

    • : Identifies your location to the network. Voice Memo • 2. Use the navigation key to highlight a menu. Press open the highlighted menu or to activate the feature. Menu Outline The following list shows the menu structure and indicates the number assigned to each option.
  • Page 58 5: PIX Place 6: Take PIX 7: Record FLIX 8: Scan Biz Card 3: Get Fun & Games 1: Get New App. 4: Get News & Info 5: Get Going 1: Get New App. 6: Get Extras 1: Get New App.
  • Page 59 5: Friends 4: Speed Dials 5: My Name Card RECENT CALLS 1: Missed 2: Received 3: Dialed 4: All 5: View Timers SETTINGS & TOOLS 1: My Account 2: Tools 1: Voice Commands 1: Voice Dial 2: Voice Settings 3: Menu Readout...
  • Page 60 1: TXT Message 1: Tone 1: My Ringtones 1: Get New Ringtones 2: My Sounds 2: Vibrate 3: Reminder 2: PIX-FLIX Msg 1: Tone 1: My Ringtones 1: Get New Ringtones 2: My Sounds 2: Vibrate 3: Reminder 3: Voicemail Msg...
  • Page 61 3: Language 4: Location 5: Security 6: System Select 7: NAM Selection 8: PC Connection 9: Quick Search 6: Call Settings 1: Answer Options 2: Auto Retry 3: TTY Mode 4: One Touch Dial Section 4: Menu Navigation Menu Outline...
  • Page 62 1: Outgoing 2: Incoming 3: Contacts 7: Data Settings 8: DTMF Tones 9: Ringer ID 0: Picture ID 7: Bluetooth 1: Add New Device 8: Memory 1: Save Options 1: PIX 2: FLIX 3: Sounds 2: Phone Memory 1: Memory Usage...
  • Page 63 Menu Outline *A microSD™ card must be insert in the microSD™ card slot on the left side of the a990 for the Card Memory menu to display. Section 4: Menu Navigation...
  • Page 65: Section 5: Entering Text

    This section outlines how to select the desired text input mode when entering characters into your phone. This section also describes how to use the T9 predictive text entry system to reduce the amount of key strokes associated with entering text.
  • Page 66: Changing The Text Entry Mode

    Sounds: Lists preloaded and downloaded sounds to add to the message. Quick Text: Choose from up to 22 messages. Name Card: Select from My Name Card or Contacts to add to the message. • Edit Text Format: Change text font size, alignment, style, and color.
  • Page 67: Using Voicemode

    2. While composing a message, press left soft key to display a pop-up menu with the following Text Entry Mode options: VoiceMode Word Symbols Using VoiceMode VoiceMode dictation software allows you to convert your speech to text when sending a text message.
  • Page 68 1. Use the navigation keys to highlight the word to be changed. 2. Press to display other words from the VoiceMode dictionary, if available, or to enter the correct word, if it is not in the dictionary. 3. Use the navigation keys to highlight the desired word, then press message.
  • Page 69: Using Word Mode

    Using Word Mode Word recognizes the most commonly used word for any sequence of key presses and inserts that word into your message. It’s much faster than the traditional method of text entry (Abc) and requires only one key press per letter of the word that you’re spelling.
  • Page 70: Entering Upper And Lower Case

    Entering Upper and Lower Case • Enter characters while in ABC mode by pressing the key that contains the desired characters • Press the key repeatedly to cycle through other available characters for that key. • Pause briefly when the desired character appears in the display to accept the character and therefore insert it into the message.
  • Page 71: Entering Numbers

    6. Enter the key that corresponds with the symbol that you wish to enter. For example, press point (!) on the first page of symbols. 7. Repeat steps 3 through 6 to insert as many symbols into your message as desired. Entering Numbers Enter numbers into a text message while in number mode (123).
  • Page 73: Section 6: Understanding Your Contacts

    • Speed Dialing • My Name Card • Finding My Phone Number This section allows you to manage your daily contacts by storing their name and number in your Contacts menu. Contact entries can be sorted by name, entry, or group.
  • Page 74: Opening Contacts Menu

    • New Contact your Contacts. • Contact List: Groups • : Add new or rename one of your five default groups. Speed Dials • My Name Card • sent to others as an attachment 2. Use the navigation key to highlight the...
  • Page 75: Adding A Contact

    Enter a secondary mobile number for the Mobile 2 entry in this field. Fax icon. Enter a fax number for the entry in this field. Email icon. Enter a secondary e-mail address for the entry in this field.
  • Page 76 Note: Voicemail is assigned to Speed Dial location 1. Note: You can assign a speed dial location to each number associated with the contact (Mobile 1, Home, Work, Mobile 2, and Fax). 6. When you’re finished entering information for the entry, press SAVE to save the entry to your Contacts.
  • Page 77 5. Use the up/down navigation keys to highlight the desired entry type (Mobile 1, Home, Work, etc.) then press 6. Enter a name for the entry using the keypad. Press the left soft key method of text entry, such as Word, Abc, ABC, 123, or Symbols.
  • Page 78: Adding Pauses

    3. Continue with Step 2, Method 2 of Adding a Contact. Note: Entering multiple two-second pauses extends the length of a pause. For example, two consecutive two-second pauses cause a total pause time of four seconds. Keep in mind pauses count as digits towards the 48-digit maximum. . The...
  • Page 79: Contact Groups

    “Groups.” Groups allow you to search your Contacts faster, quickly send messages to one or more group members, and more. Note: By default, new entries to your Contacts are placed into the No Group unless another group is specified. View Groups 1.
  • Page 80 SAVE designated group. Create a New Group In addition to the five groups already in your phone, you can create additional groups (a maximum of 30). New groups can be named anything you like as long as their names are within the 32-character limit.
  • Page 81 Press to mark each selection you want to send the message. Tip: If the selected group contains 10 contacts or less, press the right soft Mark All to select all contacts in the group. 5. Press the left soft key contacts.
  • Page 82 MARK to place a checkmark next to each selection to send messages to. Tip: If the selected group contains 10 contacts or less, press the right soft Mark All to select all contacts in the group. 5. Press the left soft key contacts.
  • Page 83: Finding A Contacts Entry

    1. In standby mode, press the right soft key The Contact List displays. 2. In the Search field, enter the first and second letters of the name you wish to search until it is highlighted. Editing an Existing Contact Entry 1.
  • Page 84: Deleting A Contact Entry

    Once you’ve finished a call, you can store the number of the caller to your Contact List. Note: If the call was incoming and Caller ID information was unavailable, then the store option is also unavailable. 1. After you press of call and phone number appears in the display.
  • Page 85: Speed Dialing

    Note: Memory location 001 is reserved for voicemail. 1-touch dialing Call phone numbers assigned to memory locations 002 - 009 by pressing and holding the any of the 2 - 9 keys. For example, to speed dial the number assigned to location 2, press and hold until the name and number appear in the display and the number is dialed.
  • Page 86: My Name Card

    1. In standby mode, press Speed Dials. The Speed Dials screen displays with the first available number highlighted. 2. Use the navigation keys to highlight the number you wish to assign or enter the speed dial location using the keypad, press 3.
  • Page 87: Finding My Phone Number

    3. Enter information in each of the fields as desired. Use the navigation key to move between fields, then use the keypad to enter information. 4. When finished, press Finding My Phone Number My Number displays the ten-digit number assigned to your phone.
  • Page 89: Section 7: Messaging

    • Message Folders • Changing Message Settings • Voicemail • E-Mail • Mobile IM • Chat This section allows you to send or receive different types of messages. It also includes the features and functionality associated with messaging. Section 7: Messaging...
  • Page 90: Types Of Messages

    While text messages from other phones are delivered directly to your phone, PIX/FLIX messages and emails will be stored in the Inbox of the message server and the server will alert you to new messages. Therefore you need to retrieve new messages to your phone and read them on the phone.
  • Page 91: Creating And Sending Txt Messages

    4. Press the left soft key Note: When viewing a TXT message, you can view the previous TXT message by pressing the left navigation key and view the next TXT message by pressing the right navigation key. Creating and Sending TXT Messages You can send text messages to another mobile phone or to an email address.
  • Page 92 Enh. Delivery Ack • message sent has been received. Add To Contacts • Contacts as a new entry or add to an existing entry. 5. Press the left soft key options: Contacts • : Choose a number from your contacts list.
  • Page 93: Creating And Sending Pix/Flix Messages

    • Priority Level: Save the message with a High or Normal priority. • Callback # : Provides the ability to send a callback # with the message. • Validity Period : Save the message for the assigned period of time.
  • Page 94 Deferred Delivery • the assigned delivery date and time. Add To Contacts • Contacts as a new entry or add to an existing entry. 5. Press the left soft key options: Contacts • : Choose a number from your contacts list.
  • Page 95 9. Press the left soft key FLIX. The MY PIX screen appears in the display. 10. Use the up and down navigation keys to highlight a picture album, and press appears in the display. 11. Use the up and down navigation keys to highlight a picture, and press to the message.
  • Page 96: Receiving Pix/Flix Messages

    MSG appears in the display along with the options View Now, View Later or Reject. Note: For the option Reject to appear in the display when you receive a PIX/FLIX Msg, Auto Receive mode must be set to Settings menu.
  • Page 97: New Sketch Messages

    Reject a PIX/FLIX Msg Note: For the option Reject to appear in the display when you receive a PIX/FLIX Msg, Auto Receive mode must be set to Settings menu. See “Changing Message Settings” on page 103 for more information. This feature is currently unavailable outside of the United States.
  • Page 98: Message Folders

    Text and PIX/FLIX messages. Note: To quickly view all messages in the Inbox, Sent, or Drafts folders, open one message and then press the right navigation key to view the next message or press the left navigation key to view the previous message.
  • Page 99: Message Settings

    6. Press the sender. Note: When Auto Erase is turned on, the oldest read TXT message is replaced by an incoming TXT message when 50 TXT messages are stored in the Inbox, and the oldest read PIX/FLIX message is replaced by an incoming PIX/FLIX message when available memory is filled with PIX/FLIX messages.
  • Page 100 MENU and use the left navigation key to highlight MESSAGING then press 2. Use the navigation key to highlight the message that you wish to review, then press 3. While viewing the message, press the right soft key Options to display the options listed.
  • Page 101 Drafts Draft messages are those that have been composed but never sent. You can return to the Drafts folder at any time to view, edit, or send a draft message. Create a Draft Text Message 1. In standby mode, press navigation key to highlight New Msg.
  • Page 102 Options. A pop-up menu : Lists all animations pre-loaded and : Allows you to add your name card or the name : Choose from up to 12 pre-loaded : Allows you to edit the text size,...
  • Page 103: Changing Message Settings

    • Add To Contacts: Save the recipient’s number to your Contacts as a new entry or add to an existing entry. 5. Use the navigation key to highlight the desired option. Press to perform the function for the highlighted option.
  • Page 104 : Displays the Quick Text pre-defined entries for Text Msg and PIX/FLIX Msg. Press the right soft key to add to the Quick Text list. Enter your new text and press . The new Quick Text item shows in the first position of the list.
  • Page 105: Voicemail

    : Adds the signature text to each message sent. Choose from None or Custom. Voicemail New voicemail alerts are sent via an SMS text message. These messages indicate how many new and urgent voicemails are in your voicemail box. Open the text message to view the number of new voice messages in your voicemail.
  • Page 106: E-Mail

    1. In standby mode, press navigation key to highlight E-Mail. Or press the left soft key press E-Mail. 2. Using the up and down navigation keys, select one of the following E-Mail providers and press • MSN Hotmail • AOL Mail • Yahoo! Mail •...
  • Page 107: Mobile Im

    Messenger Service ® • Yahoo! Messenger Note: You must first create the Instant Message account before accessing it on your phone. Using Mobile IM 1. In standby mode, press navigation key to highlight Mobile IM. Or press the left soft key and press Mobile IM.
  • Page 108 1. In standby mode, press navigation key to highlight Chat. Or press the left soft key press Chat. 2. Mobile Web is launched. Using the up and down navigation keys, select one of the following chat rooms and press • UPOC CHAT • LAVALIFE •...
  • Page 109: Section 8: Changing Your Settings

    • Call Settings • Bluetooth Settings • Memory • Phone Info This section explains the sound and phone settings for your phone. It includes display settings, security settings, Bluetooth settings, call settings, and other settings associated with your phone. Section 8: Changing Your Settings...
  • Page 110: My Account

    Press My Account. The menus are listed in the display. 2. Use the navigation keys to make your selection and press . Follow the on-screen instructions. Tools The Tools menu provides the ability to access the following menus: •...
  • Page 111: Sounds Settings

    • My Sounds: You can record new sounds to use or choose from the list. • My FLIX: You can choose a FLIX to play when you received a call. MENU, use the right SETTINGS &...
  • Page 112: Alert Sounds

    Sounds Settings. The Sounds Settings menus are listed in the display. 2. Press Alert Sounds. For the following options, you can set the tone for the message alerts. You can also set vibration on and set a reminder. • TXT Message • PIX-FLIX Msg •...
  • Page 113: Earpiece Volume

    Press Sounds Settings. The Sounds Settings menus are listed in the display. 2. Press Earpiece Volume. 3. Use the Up and Down navigation keys to adjust the earpiece volume. 4. Press SET to save. Service Alerts 1. In standby mode, press...
  • Page 114: Display Settings

    Banner • : Create your own personalized greeting that appears in the display when your phone is in standby mode or choose the ERI Banner which displays the network in which you have subscribed. Backlight •...
  • Page 115 Personal to create a customized banner for your handset. Note: Press and hold to erase an existing banner, if necessary. 3. Enter a word or short phrase (18 characters or less) to appear in your phone’s display when the phone is in standby mode. 4. Press to save the new banner.
  • Page 116 Backlight Set the backlight for the display or keypad to remain on for a specified period of time or to remain on as long as the flip is open. Note: Prolonged backlight use drains your battery faster. 1. In standby mode, press...
  • Page 117: Display Themes

    2. Use the navigation key to highlight Main Screen or Front Screen, then press following options: • If you select Main Screen choose My PIX or My FLIX and press • If you select Front Screen choose My PIX and press 3.
  • Page 118: Clock Format

    Clock Format This menu allows you to have time displayed in digital or analog format. • Main Clock (Main LCD): Set to Digital, Analog, or Off • Front Clock (External LCD): Set to Digital or Analog. 1. In standby mode, press...
  • Page 119: Phone Settings

    • Style: numbers appear in selected font style when dialing a number. 3. Use the navigation keys to select Style, then press 4. Use the navigation keys to select a font style and press Phone Settings The Phone Settings menu provides the ability to access...
  • Page 120 Press Phone Settings. The Phone Settings menus are listed in the display. Press 2. Use the navigation key to select the menu item shortcut of your choice, then press Language Change the display language from English to Spanish using the Language menu.
  • Page 121 Off, uses separate passwords for both device and location. • Lock Mode: Allows you to lock the Device or Location. • Edit Code: Allows you to change the Lock Code for the Device or Location. • Reset Phone: All settings (except Contacts) are reset to factory default settings.
  • Page 122 • Unlock: If locked, unlocks the device or phone, depending on your selection. On Power Up • power up the phone. Note: The On Power Up option is not an available in the Location sub-menu. 4. Press to perform the function for the highlighted option.
  • Page 123 Note: Your phone does not allow you to view the lock code for obvious security reasons. If you change the lock code, be sure to write down or memorize the new code.
  • Page 124 Note: Emergency number 911 is hard-coded into your phone. You can dial this number any time, even when the phone is locked or restricted. If you call 911 an audible tone is heard and an emergency prompt appears in the display for the duration of the call.
  • Page 125: System Select

    Remember to always turn your phone on and check for adequate signal strength before placing a call. Call Emergency Numbers in Lock Mode In Lock Mode, you can dial 911 to place an emergency call. Note: If you dial 911, your phone dials the emergency number immediately (no prompt).
  • Page 126: Quick Search

    • USB • Bluetooth 3. Make your selection and press Quick Search Quick Search is an easy way to locate contacts in your Address Book and Menu items. MENU, use the right SETTINGS & TOOLS. . Select No Connection to MENU, use the right SETTINGS &...
  • Page 127 • On 3. Make your selection and press Searching for a Contact 1. In standby mode, press the first few numeric keys that correspond to the letters of the contact’s name. For example, to search for “Sally” you would enter 2.
  • Page 128: Call Settings

    2. Press the Down navigation key. The menu item is highlighted. 3. Press the key to access the content of the menu item. Call Settings The Call Settings menu allows you to select the method for answering incoming calls, setting redial options, setting data rates for data calls, voice privacy, and more.
  • Page 129 3. Use the navigation key to highlight the method you wish to use for answering calls, then press Auto Retry Auto Retry automatically redials busy numbers after a preset period of time. 1. In standby mode, press navigation key to highlight Press Call Settings.
  • Page 130: Contacts List

    See "Speed Dialing" on page 85 for more information. Voice Privacy Note: This feature is only available on the Verizon Wireless network. Voice Privacy (at the Enhanced setting) allows you to prevent those you call from seeing your number in their display when receiving your call.
  • Page 131: Data Settings

    2. Press Call Restrictions. 3. Use the navigation key to select Outgoing, Incoming, or Contacts, then press 4. Use the navigation key to highlight On or Off, then press . Your settings are saved. Data Settings 1. In standby mode, press...
  • Page 132 3. Make your selection and press Picture ID The Picture ID menu allows you to set the Picture ID option to On so that you can associate a picture with a Contact. See "Get PIX & FLIX" on page 151 for more information.
  • Page 133: Bluetooth Settings

    Note: For optimal user experience when using the Bluetooth earpiece, enable the Key/EarMic option in the Voice Commands Voice Dial menu. This will allow you to place calls with a Bluetooth earpiece using the Voice Dial feature in hands-free mode.
  • Page 134 Phone does not support all Bluetooth OBEX profiles. The following Bluetooth options are available: On/Off When the Bluetooth radio is turned on, you can use the Bluetooth features available. When the Bluetooth radio is turned off, you cannot send or receive information via Bluetooth.
  • Page 135 Bluetooth. The Bluetooth menus are listed in the display. 2. Add New Device is highlighted, press Note: If you have NOT already activated Bluetooth on the phone, the message “TURN BLUETOOTH ON?” displays. Highlight Yes to activate or No to exit and press 3.
  • Page 136: Memory

    Bluetooth device documentation.) My Phone Info • Note: When a Bluetooth headset is paired with the phone, the button on the Bluetooth headset will launch VoiceSignal voice recognition over the Bluetooth link. Also, VoiceSignal will use the Bluetooth headset to play prompts and record speech.
  • Page 137 SW Version to view the software, PRL, ERI, Browser, Get it Now, and Hardware versions available on your phone. 4. Press Icon Glossary to view the list of icons with a brief description. 5. Press to return. Section 8: Changing Your Settings...
  • Page 139: Section 9: Multimedia

    • Get Fun & Games • Get News & Info • Get Going • Get Extras This section describes how you receive tunes, tones, images, games, news and information. You can also take and send pictures and video from your phone. Section 9: Multimedia...
  • Page 140: Get It Now

    1. In standby mode, press navigation key to highlight right soft key Note: you can directly access the GET IT NOW menu by pressing the right navigation key while in standby mode. 2. Press App. Memory to display the memory available.
  • Page 141: Get Tunes & Tones

    Before downloading music to your microSD™ memory card, be sure to format it as described below. Formatting Your microSD™ Card Using Your Handset 1. Insert your card into the microSD card slot located on the left side of the phone. 2. In standby mode, press navigation key to 3.
  • Page 142 2. Insert the SD card adapter into the SD card reader slot. 3. Plug the SD card reader into a USB port on your PC. 4. On your PC, go to your My Computer directory and highlight the drive that represents the SD card reader.
  • Page 143: Get New Ringtones

    2. Highlight Get New Ringtones and press 3. Highlight Get New App. and press 4. You are connected to the web server and presented with available provider ringtone applications. 5. To return to standby mode, press the Get Tunes & Tones BUY to when download is complete.
  • Page 144: My Ringtones

    4. To return to standby mode, press the My Music The Music Player can be used to play music files that you have downloaded from the V CAST Music catalog or that you have transferred from your PC using Sync Music.
  • Page 145 Play All will be displayed as well as any playlists that you have created. Note: To create a playlist, see “Creating a Playlist” on page 150 for more information. 2. To scroll through the list, press the up/down navigation key until the playlist that you want is highlighted.
  • Page 146: My Sounds

    Lock • : Allows you to lock the song so that it will not be deleted. This option may not be available for all songs. Erase • : Erases the selected file.
  • Page 147 Troubleshooting error messages: http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/mp10/ errors.aspx Note: The file name is limited to 36.3 characters (thirty-six to left of “.”, three to right of “.”) Only songs with English or Spanish filenames can be successfully transferred to the phone for play back.
  • Page 148: Manage Music

    PC format FAT32. See “Formatting Your microSD™ Card Using Your PC” on page 141 for more information. 1. Plug in the USB cable to your phone and connect it to a USB port on your PC. 2. In standby mode, press navigation key to highlight Tunes &...
  • Page 149 : This option organizes your songs by artist. Albums • : This option organizes your songs by album title. Even if you only have one song from an album, a folder for the album will display. Songs • : This option organizes your songs by song title. To add...
  • Page 150 Or, if no playlists exist, press the right soft key Create. 5. Enter a title for the playlist in the text box and press 6. Press the key to return to the Music Library menu. You can select songs to add to the playlist by browsing through Genres, Artists, Albums, or Songs in the Manage Music library.
  • Page 151: Get Pix & Flix

    4. Highlight the playlist you would like to edit and press the right soft key and press 5. To remove a song from the playlist, highlight the song and press the right soft key 6. To change the order of the songs in your playlist,...
  • Page 152 . After connection and buffering occurs, the video clip begins. Downloading a Video Clip 1. Launch V CAST Video and select a video you want to save. For information about launching your video player and choosing a video clip, review steps 1-5 of the previous section, “Browsing, Selecting and Playing Video...
  • Page 153 2. To download and save the highlighted video, press SAVE. The video clip will be saved to V CAST Video in My FLIX. 3. Highlight Yes to accept charges, if applicable, and then press . The video download begins. 4. Once the download is completed, “Download Complete.
  • Page 154 3. Use the navigation key to highlight V CAST Video, then press 4. Use the navigation key to highlight the video you want to delete and press the right soft key 5. Use the navigation key to highlight Erase and then press 6.
  • Page 155: Get New Pix

    1. In standby mode, press navigation key to highlight Get PIX & FLIX and press 2. To get new PIX press New App. You are connected to the internet. Follow the on-screen prompts. Take PIX This menu launches the camera.
  • Page 156 • : (2048X1536), (1600X1200), (1280X960), (1024X768), (800X600), (640X480), (320X240), and Picture Brightness • White Balance • • : Auto, ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800 Color Effects • Emboss, Sketch Metering • : Average, Center, Spot Settings •...
  • Page 157 • : (2048X1536), (1600X1200), (1280X960), (1024X768), (800X600), (640X480), (320X240), and Picture Brightness • : 4, 3, 2, 1, 0, -1, -2, -3, -4 White Balance • : Auto, Sunny, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent • : Auto, ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800 Color Effects •...
  • Page 158 10. Rotate the flip counter clockwise 180 degrees to compose a PIX MSG. Note: After you take the picture, rotating the flip back to its normal position automatically saves the picture and displays the CREATE PIX MSG screen with the first To: field highlighted.
  • Page 159 Quick Text. Press the up/down navigation key to highlight the desired Quick Text phrase, and press 18. Press the down navigation key to add Name Card. Press the left soft key entry from your Contacts list. Follow the prompts and press to insert.
  • Page 160 4. Press the right soft key pictures in a Slide Show, or to Lock the pictures from deletion. Highlight Slide Show and press SLIDE SHOW SETTINGS appears in the display. Use the up/down navigation key to change fields. Use the left/right navigation key to set the fields and press PLAY.
  • Page 161: Take Flix

    Gallery. • PIX Info: Provides the date, name, time, location, resolution, and size of the picture. 6. Use the navigation key to make your selection and press Take FLIX This menu launches the camcorder. 1. In standby mode, press navigation key to highlight Highlight Get PIX &...
  • Page 162 You will be presented with the call Ignore / Accept screen. If you ignore the call, then you are given the choice to Save, Send or Erase the video. If you accept the call, then your video is auto-saved and the camcorder application exits in the background.
  • Page 163: My Flix

    My FLIX This menu allows you to review the videos you have taken or downloaded and stored into your phone and/ or microSD™ card. 1. In standby mode, press navigation key to highlight Get PIX & FLIX and press 2. Press My FLIX.
  • Page 164: Printing Pictures Using Pictbridge

    PIX Place Send a PIX to your online album. Note: You must first setup your account on the Verizon Wireless website: www.verizonwireless.com 1. In standby mode, press navigation key to highlight Get PIX & FLIX and press 2. Highlight PIX Place and press on screen displays.
  • Page 165 To use PictBridge to print pictures from your phone: 1. Insert one end of the accessory cable into the USB slot on the printer. (Printer must support PictBridge technology.) 2. Press MENU, use the left navigation key to highlight GET IT NOW. Press 3.
  • Page 166: Get Fun & Games

    10. Press the navigation key down to select Date. Press the navigation key left or right to turn on or off. 11. Press the navigation key down to select Border. Press the navigation key left or right to turn on or off.
  • Page 167: Get Going

    4. Once the desired category is highlighted, press enter the category list. When you use Get News & Info, some of the keys operate differently than during a normal phone call. It presents on-screen items in any of the following ways: •...
  • Page 168: Get Extras

    Note: The GET GOING menu will display all downloaded applications, with the most current download first. Get Extras Get Extras is a backup assistant for your Address Book. Get Extras saves your address book entries to a database on Verizons network to protect them in the...
  • Page 169: Section 10: Tools

    • Alarm Clock • World Clock • Stop Watch • Notepad The topics covered in this section allow you to schedule appointments, view the calendar, set an alarm, view time zones, take notes, and perform simple math calculations. Section 10: Tools...
  • Page 170: Voice Commands

    Tools, The following options appear in the display: • Voice Key Only — Press the Voice Recognition key ( activate VoiceSignal for one call or to launch one function. • Voice Key/EarMic — Attach a headset to your phone. Press...
  • Page 171: Menu Readout

    • Off — Disables Menu Readout. The current setting is highlighted. The default setting is Off. 2. Use the navigation keys to highlight On, then press to save and exit. Call Announcement With Call Annoncement on, you hear a “Call from <Contact name/number>”...
  • Page 172: Calculator

    5. Press the to add a decimal point. 6. Use the navigation keys to set the type of calculation that you wish to perform. Your choices are as follows: • Up key: [+] Addition •...
  • Page 173 Area • Volume • Currency To convert any of the above categories, do the following: 1. Scroll to the conversion feature you wish to use and press the key. MENU, then press the right SETTINGS & TOOLS. Calculator, Tip. The Tip...
  • Page 174: Calendar

    2. Use the Left or Right navigation keys to select the From units of money or measure for the quantity you want converted. 3. Enter the quantity you want converted in the text box. Note: Press the key to enter a decimal. In the Temperature conversion feature, the (+/-) key is active.
  • Page 175 Time Zone: Enter the time zone you wish your event to reflect. Note: Each time zone is listed as both a standard time zone and a daylight time zone. For example, if you are in the Central Time zone, you would enter CDT (Central Daylight Time) if you are on Daylight Savings time, or CST (Central Standard Time) if you are not.
  • Page 176 2. A calendar appears in the display with the current date highlighted. 3. Use the navigation keys to highlight the date containing the event that you wish to view. Press the right soft key Options. Tip: Use the volume key to move between months in the calendar.
  • Page 177: Alarm Clock

    11. To see the selected date in a week view, press Weekly. Alarm Clock Your phone has an alarm clock that can be set to go off once, or recur daily at a specific time. Once set, the alarm clock is easy to change or turn off.
  • Page 178 6. Press the down navigation key once to highlight the am/ pm field. Use the left/right navigation keys to select am or pm. Note: Press for am or 7. Press the down navigation key once to highlight the Frequency field. Use the left/right navigation keys to set the frequency (occurrence) of the alarm.
  • Page 179: World Clock

    All to reset all of the alarms. Snooze When an alarm sounds, a menu screen displays that allows you to either turn the alarm off or to have the alarm ring again after 5 minutes. This is called Snooze. To use this feature follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 180: Stop Watch

    5. Press to return to standby mode. Stop Watch This feature allows you to use a stop watch. Press the START to start the stopwatch. Press stopwatch. Press the right soft key recorded stopwatch time. 1. In standby mode, press...
  • Page 181 2. If you have any stored notes, they appear as a list in the display. If this is your first time in Notepad, No Notes displays. 3. To add a new memo, press the left soft key then enter the memo using the keypad.
  • Page 182 : Erase all notes. Lock/Unlock • it cannot be deleted until it is unlocked. 3. Use the navigation keys to highlight an option or press to exit the pop-up menu. 4. Press to perform the highlighted option’s function. : Locks messages. When a message is locked...
  • Page 183: Section 11: Mobile Web

    • Exit Mobile Web • Navigate the Web • Mobile Web Soft Keys • Links • Place a Call While Using Mobile Web This section outlines the available gaming options and accessories for your phone. For more information, contact your service provider.
  • Page 184: Mobile Web

    Note: This feature is currently unavailable outside of the United States. Only available within the Verizon Wireless Enhanced Services Area. Any time the service indicator icon is visible, you are connected to the Internet and billed accordingly. Rates and prices vary according to your service contract.
  • Page 185: Navigate The Web

    Numbered options (some options may not be numbered) • Simple text You can act on the options or links by using the soft keys. Mobile Web Soft Keys Note: This feature is currently unavailable outside of the United States. Only available within the Verizon Wireless Enhanced Services Area.
  • Page 186 Navigation Key: Use the navigation key to browse lists and highlight options. CLR Key: A browser back-up key. Press once to back up one page. Press and hold to go back to Mobile Web home page. Press to clear the last number, letter, or symbol entered.
  • Page 187: Links

    Note: This feature is currently unavailable outside of the United States. Only available within the Verizon Wireless Enhanced Services Area. You can place a call while using Mobile Web if the website supports this feature. Press the appropriate soft key to call the number.
  • Page 189: Section 12: Health And Safety Information

    Section 12: Health and Safety Information Topics Covered • 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. Section 12: Health and Safety Information...
  • Page 190: Health And Safety Information

    Specific Absorption Rate (SAR). The SAR is a measure of the rate of absorption of RF energy by the human body expressed in units of watts per kilogram (W/kg). The FCC requires wireless phones to comply with a safety limit of 1.6 watts per kilogram (1.6 W/kg).
  • Page 191 Before a new model phone is available for sale to the public, it must be tested and certified to the FCC that it does not exceed the exposure limit established by the FCC. Tests for each model phone are performed in positions and locations (e.g.
  • Page 192: Ul Certified Travel Adaptor

    Sometimes it may be necessary to remove the battery pack to find the number. Once you have the FCC ID number for a particular phone, follow the instructions on the website and it should provide values for typical or maximum SAR for a particular phone.
  • Page 193 Wireless phones emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used. They also emit very low levels of RF when in the stand-by mode. Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure to low level RF that does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects.
  • Page 194 Under the law, FDA does not review the safety of radiation-emitting consumer products such as wireless phones before they can be sold, as it does with new drugs or medical devices. However, the agency has authority to take action if wireless phones are shown to emit radio frequency energy (RF) at a level that is hazardous to the user.
  • Page 195 FDA shares regulatory responsibilities for wireless phones with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). All phones that are sold in the United States must comply with FCC safety guidelines that limit RF exposure. FCC relies on FDA and other health agencies for safety questions about wireless phones.
  • Page 196 RF exposure. Other studies exposed the animals to RF for up to 22 hours per day. These conditions are not similar to the conditions under which people use wireless phones, so we don't know with certainty what the results of such studies mean for human health.
  • Page 197 This is because the interval between the time of exposure to a cancer-causing agent and the time tumors develop - if they do - may be many, many years. The interpretation of epidemiological studies is hampered by difficulties in measuring actual RF exposure during day-to-day use of wireless phones.
  • Page 198 What steps can I take to reduce my exposure to radio frequency energy from my wireless phone? If there is a risk from these products - and at this point we do not know that there is - it is probably very small. But if...
  • Page 199 Again, the scientific data do not demonstrate that wireless phones are harmful. But if you are concerned about the RF exposure from these products, you can use measures like those described above to reduce your RF exposure from wireless phone use.
  • Page 200 RF emissions, will not be placed against the head. On the other hand, if the phone is mounted against the waist or other part of the body during use, then that part of the body will absorb more RF energy. Wireless phones marketed in the U.S.
  • Page 201 FDA helped develop a detailed test method to measure electromagnetic interference (EMI) of implanted cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators from wireless telephones. This test method is now part of a standard sponsored by the Association for the Advancement of Medical instrumentation (AAMI). The final draft, a joint effort by FDA, medical device manufacturers, and many other groups, was completed in late 2000.
  • Page 202: Road Safety

    When driving a car, driving is your first responsibility. When using your wireless phone behind the wheel of a car, practice good common sense and remember the following tips: 1. Get to know your wireless phone and its features, such...
  • Page 203 Try to plan calls when your car will be stationary. If you need to make a call while moving, dial only a few numbers, check the road and your mirrors, then continue.
  • Page 204 8. 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. Remember, it is a free call on your wireless phone! 9.
  • Page 205: Operating Environment

    Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area and always switch your phone off whenever it is forbidden to use it, or when it may cause interference or danger. When connecting the phone or any accessory to another device, read its user's guide for detailed safety instructions.
  • Page 206 Not all phones have been rated. Phones that are rated have the rating on their box or a label on the box. The ratings are not guarantees. Results will vary depending on the user’s hearing device and hearing loss.
  • Page 207 M-Ratings: Phones rated M3 or M4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to generate less interference to hearing devices than phones that are not labeled. M4 is the better/higher of the two ratings. T-Ratings: Phones rated T3 or T4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to be more usable with a hearing device’s...
  • Page 208: Potentially Explosive Environments

    Switch your phone off in any facility where posted notices require you to do so. Potentially Explosive Environments Switch your phone off when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.
  • Page 209 Restricting Children's access to your Phone Your phone is not a toy. Children should not be allowed to play with it because they could hurt themselves and others, damage the phone or make calls that increase your phone bill.
  • Page 210: Fcc Notice And Cautions

    FCC Notice and Cautions FCC Notice The phone may cause TV or radio interference if used in close proximity to receiving equipment. The FCC can require you to stop using the phone if such interference cannot be eliminated. Vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane) must comply with the National Fire Protection Standard (NFPA-58).
  • Page 211: Product Performance

    If you're inside a building, being near a window may give you better reception. Understanding the Power Save Feature If your phone is unable to find a signal after 15 minutes of searching, a Power Save feature is automatically activated. If your phone is active, it periodically rechecks...
  • Page 212 When it's turned on, it receives and transmits radio frequency (RF) signals. When you use your phone, the system handling your call controls the power level. This power can range from 0.006 watts to 0.2 watts in digital mode. Maintaining Your Phone's Peak Performance For the best care of your phone, only authorized personnel should service your phone and accessories.
  • Page 213: Availability Of Various Features/Ring Tones

    • Avoid exposing your phone and accessories to rain or liquid spills. If your phone does get wet, immediately turn the power off and remove the battery. If it is inoperable, call Customer Care for service. Availability of Various Features/Ring Tones...
  • Page 214: Battery Standby And Talk Time

    If left unused, a fully charged battery will discharge itself over time. • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and recharge your battery only with Samsung-approved chargers. When a charger is not in use, disconnect it from the power source. Do not leave...
  • Page 215 • Do not leave the battery in hot or cold places, such as in a car in summer or winter conditions, as you will reduce the capacity and lifetime of the battery. Always try to keep the battery at room temperature.
  • Page 216: Care And Maintenance

    Keep the phone dry. Precipitation, humidity and liquids contain minerals that will corrode electronic circuits. • Do not use the phone with a wet hand. Doing so may cause an electric shock to you or damage to the phone. •...
  • Page 217 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.
  • Page 219: Section 13: Warranty Information

    Section 13: Warranty Information Topics Covered • Standard Limited Warranty This section explains the warranty information for your new phone. Section 13: Warranty Information...
  • Page 220: Standard Limited Warranty

    Product, including antenna, or cosmetic damage; (b) equipment that has the serial number removed or made illegible; (c) any plastic surfaces or other externally exposed parts that are scratched or damaged due to normal use; (d) malfunctions resulting from the use...
  • Page 221 80% of rated capacity or the battery leaks, and this Limited Warranty does not cover any battery if (i) the battery has been charged by a battery charger not specified or approved by...
  • Page 222 Product will be warranted for a period equal to the remainder of the original Limited Warranty on the original Product or for 90 days, whichever is longer. All replaced parts, components, boards and equipment shall become the property of SAMSUNG. If SAMSUNG...
  • Page 223 RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE, USE, OR MISUSE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT OR ARISING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM THE USE OR LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT OR FROM THE BREACH OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY, INCLUDING INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR...
  • Page 224 THE REMAINDER OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY WHICH PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES IS AND WILL ALWAYS BE CONSTRUED TO BE LIMITED BY ITS TERMS OR AS LIMITED AS THE LAW PERMITS. THE PARTIES UNDERSTAND THAT THE PURCHASER MAY USE THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE PRODUCT.
  • Page 225 EQUIPMENT, AS THE CASE MAY BE. This Limited Warranty allocates risk of Product failure between Purchaser and SAMSUNG, and SAMSUNG's Product pricing reflects this allocation of risk and the limitations of liability contained in this Limited Warranty. The agents, employees, distributors, and...
  • Page 227: Index

    1-touch dialing 2-touch dialing 3-touch dialing 911, notes about Adding a New Contact Entry Alarm clock snooze 179 turn off the alarm 178 Answer options Auto answer Auto answer icon Auto retry Backup to last menu Battery charging 28 indicator 29...
  • Page 228 83 finding my phone number 87 speed dialing 85 wait pause & 2-second pause 78 Creating and Sending PIX/ FLIX Messages Creating and Sending TXT Messages Dialing 1-touch 85 2-touch 85 3-touch 86 Digital Camera Mode...
  • Page 229 Groups creating 80 move entries from/to 79 send messages to 80 send PIX msg to 82 viewing 79 Hard pause Health and Safety Information Icons alarm on 25 alarm only 24 battery strength 24 display 22 dormant 23 signal strength 22...
  • Page 230 Notes and tips Notes, description Phone Memory Storage Picture ID PIX Gallery PIX messages rejecting 97 view later 97 Place a call while using Mobile Web Playlist creating a playlist 150 editing a playlist 150 Powering off Powering on Receive messages in...
  • Page 231 Roaming indicator Safe Use of your phone Security call restriction 130 edit lock code 123 lock phone 122 voice privacy 130 Security settings Send key Sent, reviewing messages Set an alarm Settings backlight 116 banner 115 display settings 114 edit lock code 123...
  • Page 232 Understanding Your Phone Back View 19 Closed View 17 display screen 22 features of your phone 14 Open View 15 V CAST Video browsing/playing clips configuring alerts 154 deleting clips 153 description 151 downloading clips 152 Vibrate mode icon Video clips...

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