Samsung SPH A580 User Manual

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SPH-a580 by Samsung®
© 2007 Samsung Mobile.
Printed in Korea.

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  • Page 1 SPH-a580 by Samsung® © 2007 Samsung Mobile. Printed in Korea.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ........i Your Phone’s Menu .
  • Page 4 Erasing My Content ...65 Resetting Your Phone...66 2D. Managing Call History ......67 Viewing History ...68 Call History Options...69 Making a Call From Call History...70 Saving a Phone Number From Call History ...71...
  • Page 5 Section 4: Safety and Warranty Information ..117 4A. Important Safety Information ....119 General Precautions ... 120 Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone ...
  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction This Phone Guide introduces you to all the features of your new phone. It’s divided into four sections: Section 1: Getting Started Section 2: Your Phone Section 3: Trumpet Mobile Service Features Section 4: Safety and Warranty Information Throughout this guide, you'll find tips that highlight special shortcuts and timely reminders to help you make the most of your new phone and service.
  • Page 8: Your Phone's Menu

    Your Phone’s Menu The following list outlines your phone’s menu structure. For more information about navigating through the menus, please see “Navigating Through Phone Menus” on page 23. CONTACTS (RIGHT SOFTKEY) VOICE SVC (LEFT SOFTKEY) PRESS MENU OK TO DISPLAY THE FOLLOWING: 1: VOICE MEMO 1: Record 2: MESSAGING...
  • Page 9 1: Can’t talk right now. Send me a message.2: Call me 3: Where are you? 4: Can you pick up 6: Let’s get lunch. 7: The meeting has been cancelled. 8: I’ll be there at 9: What time does it start? 10: I love you! 13: [Empty] 16: [Empty]...
  • Page 10 7: Alarm Clock 1: Alarm #1 2: Alarm #2 3: Alarm #3 8: Calculator 9: Set Time (displayed when there is no time information) 4: VOICE SVC 1: Launch 2: Settings 1: Choice Lists Automatic 2: Sound 1: Prompts 2: Names 3: About 5: CALL HISTORY 1: Outgoing Calls...
  • Page 11 7: SETTINGS 1: Display 1: Screen Saver 1: Preset Image Silk Beach Digital Clock Dual Clock 2: My Content 2: Menu Style Grid Style 3: Incoming Call 1: With Caller ID 1: Preset Animation 2: No Caller ID 1: Preset Animation 4: Dialing Font 1: Color Basic...
  • Page 12 3: Pwr Save Mode 4: Brightness 7: LCD Contrast 1: Main LCD Lowest High 2: External LCD Lowest High 8: Service Light 2: Sounds 1: Ringer Type 1: Voice Calls 1: With Caller ID Single Tones My Content 2: No Caller ID Single Tones My Content 2: Messages...
  • Page 13 2: Volume 1: Ringer Ringer Off 1-Beep Always Vibrate 2: Messages Use Ringer Vol. Separate Vol. Ringer Off Always Vibrate 3: Voice Mail Use Ringer Vol. Separate Vol. Ringer off Always Vibrate 4: Alarms Use Ringer Vol. Separate Vol. Ringer Off Always Vibrate 5: App.
  • Page 14 2: Service 3: Connect 4: Sig. Fade Tone 5: Power On/Off 4: Key Tone 1: Tone Type Xylophone 2: Tone Level Tone Off 3: Tone Length Short 3: Data Services 1: Enable Data Services 2: Net Guard 3: Update Profile 4: Security 1: Lock Phone Unlocked...
  • Page 15 3: Change Lock 4: Special # 1: Empty 2: Empty 3: Empty 5: Erase Contacts 6: Erase My Content 7: Reset Phone 5: Roaming (Dependent on service provider availability. ) 1: Set Mode Automatic Home Only 2: Call Guard 3: Data Roaming 6: Launch Pad 1: Up Key Ringer Type...
  • Page 16 My Content Voice Memo Calculator Missed Alerts Services Text Inbox 3: Left Key Contacts Send Message Voice Service Alarms Ringer Type My Account 4: Right Key Services Text Inbox Trumpet Web Scheduler Display Western Union Money Transfer 7: Others 1: Call Setup 1: Abbrev.
  • Page 17 2: Language English 3: Airplane Mode 4: Location 5: Key Guard 6: Audio Routing Normal 7: TTY Mode TTY Off TTY Full 8: Update Phone SW 8: Phone Info 1: Phone Number 2: Icon Glossary 3: Version 4: Advanced 8: MY CONTENT Games Get New IrritatingMaze...
  • Page 18 Get New Applications Get New Services Western Union Money Transfer My Account 9: CONTACTS 1: Find 2: Add New Entry 3: Speed Dial #s 2 – 99 4: Group 1: Family 2: Friends 3: Colleague 4: VIPs 5: Unassigned 5: Services 1: Customer Care 2: Airtime Top-Up 3: Dir Assist...
  • Page 19 IN USE MENU Press Options (right softkey) to display the following options: 1: Call History 2: Contacts 3: 3-Way Call 4: Messaging 5: Voice Memo 6: Tools 7: Phone Info xiii...
  • Page 21: Section 1: Getting Started

    Section 1 Getting Started...
  • Page 23: Setting Up Service

    Setting Up Your Voicemail Trumpet Mobile Account Password Getting Help Setting up service on your new Samsung a580 phone is quick and easy. This section walks you through the necessary steps to unlock your phone, set up your voicemail, establish passwords, and contact Customer Care.
  • Page 24: Getting Started With Your Service

    Getting Started With Your Service Determining if Your Phone is Already Activated If you purchased your phone at a partner store, it is probably activated, unlocked, and ready to use. If you received your phone in the mail, you will need to call Customer Care in order to activate your phone.
  • Page 25: Setting Up Your Voicemail

    Setting Up Your Voicemail All unanswered calls to your phone are automatically transferred to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. Therefore, you will want to set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. To set up your voicemail: From standby mode, press and hold Follow the system prompts to:...
  • Page 26: Trumpet Mobile Account Password

    Trumpet Mobile Account Password As an Trumpet Mobile customer, you enjoy unlimited access to your personal account information and your voicemail account. To ensure that no one else has access to your information, you will need to create passwords to protect your privacy.
  • Page 27: Getting Help

    Getting Help Visit www.trumpetmobile.com You can go online to: Access your account information Check your minutes used (depending on your Trumpet Mobile Service Plan) View available Trumpet Mobile Service Plans and options Reaching Trumpet Mobile Customer Care You can reach Trumpet Mobile Customer Care many different ways: Dial Sign on to your account at...
  • Page 28 Trumpet Mobile 411 You have access to a variety of services and information through Trumpet Mobile 411, including residential, business, and government listings; movie listings or showtimes; driving directions, restaurant reservations, and major local event information. You can get up to three pieces of information per call, and the operator can automatically connect your call at no additional charge.
  • Page 29: Section 2: Your Phone

    Section 2 Your Phone...
  • Page 31: Your Phone: The Basics

    Your Phone: The Basics In This Section Front View of Your Phone Viewing the Display Screen Features of Your Phone Turning Your Phone On and Off Using Your Phone’s Battery and Charger Navigating Through Phone Menus Displaying Your Phone Number Making and Answering Calls Entering Text Your phone is packed with features that simplify your life...
  • Page 32: Front View Of Your Phone

    Front View of Your Phone 1. Speaker 2. Display Screen 3. Navigation Key 4. Headset Jack 5. MENU/OK Key 19. Right Softkey 6. Left Softkey 18. Speaker Key 7. TALK Key 17. BACK Key 16. END Key 8. Volume Key 9.
  • Page 33: Key Functions

    Key Functions Speaker allows you to hear the other caller and the different ring tones or sounds offered by your phone. Display Screen displays all the information needed to operate your phone, such as the call status, the contacts, the date and time and the signal and battery strength.
  • Page 34 Volume Key allows you to adjust the ringer volume in standby mode (with the flip open) or adjust the voice volume during a call. The volume key can also be used to scroll up or down to navigate through the different menu options.
  • Page 35 Speaker Key turns on or off the speaker phone. Right Softkey allows you to select softkey actions or menu items corresponding to the bottom right line on the display screen. Note: To select a softkey, press the softkey directly below the softkey text that appears at the bottom left and bottom right of your phone’s display screen.
  • Page 36: Viewing The Display Screen

    Viewing the Display Screen Your phone’s display screen provides a wealth of information about your phone’s status and options. To view a list of your phone’s icons and descriptions: Select MENU > Settings > Phone Info > Icon Glossary. Section 2A: Your Phone: The Basics...
  • Page 37: Features Of Your Phone

    Features of Your Phone Congratulations on the purchase of your phone. The a580 by Samsung is lightweight, easy-to-use, and reliable, and it also offers many significant features and service options. The following list previews some of those features and provides page numbers where you can find out more: SMS Text Messaging (page 105), provide quick and convenient messaging capabilities.
  • Page 38: Turning Your Phone On And Off

    Turning Your Phone On and Off Turning Your Phone On To turn your phone on: Press and release Once your phone is on, it may display “Searching for Service,” which indicates that your phone is searching for a signal. When your phone finds a signal, it automatically enters standby mode –...
  • Page 39: Using Your Phone's Battery And Charger

    Using Your Phone’s Battery and Charger Warning! Use only Trumpet Mobile-approved or manufacturer- approved batteries and chargers with your phone. The failure to use a Trumpet Mobile-approved or manufacturer-approved battery and charger may increase the risk that your phone will overheat, catch fire, or explode, resulting in serious bodily injury, death, or property damage.
  • Page 40: Installing The Battery

    Installing the Battery To install the Li-Ion battery: Insert the battery into the opening on the back of the phone at a 45-degree angle, making sure to line up the gold contacts. Gently press down until it snaps into place. Install the protective cover by lining up the tabs at a and gently press up until the cover snaps into place.
  • Page 41: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery Your phone’s Li-Ion battery is rechargeable and should be charged as soon as possible so you can begin using your phone. Keeping track of your battery’s charge is important. If your battery level becomes too low, your phone automatically turns off and you will lose all the information you were just working on.
  • Page 42 UL Certified Travel Adapter The Travel Adapter for this phone has met UL 1310 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.
  • Page 43: Navigating Through Phone Menus

    Navigating Through Phone Menus The navigation key on your phone allows you to scroll through menus quickly and easily. The scroll bar at the right of the menu keeps track of your position in the menu at all times. To navigate through a menu, simply press the navigation key up or down.
  • Page 44 Backing Up Within a Menu To go to the previous menu: Press BACK To return to standby mode: Press Section 2A: Your Phone: The Basics...
  • Page 45: Displaying Your Phone Number

    Displaying Your Phone Number Just in case you forget your phone number, your phone can remind you. To display your phone number: Select MENU > Settings > Phone Info > Phone Number. (Your phone number and other information about your phone and account will be displayed.) Note: To select Menu, press the menu key.
  • Page 46: Making Calls

    Making Calls Placing a call from your phone is as easy as making a call from any landline phone. Just enter the number, press and you’re on your way to clear calls. To make a call using your keypad: Make sure your phone is on. Enter a phone number from standby mode.
  • Page 47: Dialing Options

    Dialing Options When you enter numbers in standby mode, select Options ( ) to see the following dialing options. To initiate an option, press the corresponding softkey. Speed Dial (appears for the first three digits only) launches the Speed Dial funtion and dials the number assigned to the entered digits.
  • Page 48: Answering Calls

    Answering Calls To answer an incoming call: Make sure your phone is on. (If your phone is off, incoming calls go to voicemail.) Press to answer an incoming call. (Depending on your phone’s settings, you may also answer incoming calls by opening the phone or by pressing any number key.
  • Page 49: Missed Call Notification

    Ending a Call To disconnect a call when you are finished: Close the phone or press Missed Call Notification When an incoming call is not answered, the Missed Call log is displayed on your screen. To display the Missed Call entry from the notification screen: Highlight the entry and press number, press To display a Missed Call entry from standby mode:...
  • Page 50: Calling Emergency Numbers

    Calling Emergency Numbers You can place calls to 911 (dial ), even if your phone is locked or your account is restricted. Note: When you place an emergency call, your phone automatically enters Emergency mode. During an emergency call, press Options (right softkey) to display your options.
  • Page 51: In-Call Options

    In-Call Options Pressing Options (right softkey) during a call displays a list of features you may use during the course of a call. To select an option, press the corresponding keypad number or highlight the option and press are available through the Options menu: Warning! Due to higher volume levels, do not place the phone near your ear during monitor use.
  • Page 52: Saving A Phone Number

    End-of-Call Options After receiving a call from or making a call to a phone number that is not in your Contacts, the phone number and the duration of the call are displayed. The left softkey displays the Save option. Select this option if you wish to add the new number to your Contacts.
  • Page 53: Finding A Phone Number

    Enter a name for the entry using the numeric keys. Press to select the desired entry method T9(English), Alpha, Symbol, or Number. (See “Entering Text” on page 37.) When you have finished entering the name, press to return to the contact entry. Press for Done to save the entry.
  • Page 54: Dialing And Saving Phone Numbers With Pauses

    Dialing and Saving Phone Numbers With Pauses You can dial or save phone numbers with pauses for use with automated systems, such as voicemail or credit card billing numbers. There are two types of pauses available on your phone: Hard Pause sends the next set of numbers when you press the left softkey.
  • Page 55: Plus Code Dialing

    Plus (+) Code Dialing When placing international calls, you can use Plus Code Dialing to automatically enter the international access code for your location (for example, 011 for international calls placed from the United States). To make a call using Plus Code Dialing: Press and hold display.
  • Page 56: Using Speed Dialing

    Using Speed Dialing You can store up to 98 numbers in your phone’s speed dial memory to make contacting friends and family as easy as pressing a button or two. With this feature, you can dial speed dial entries using one keypress for locations 2 – 9 or two key presses for locations 10 –...
  • Page 57: Entering Text

    Entering Text Selecting a Character Input Mode Your phone provides convenient ways to enter words, letters, punctuation, and numbers whenever you are prompted to enter text (for example, when adding a Contacts entry or SMS Text Messaging). To change the character input mode: When you display a screen where you can enter text, press the right softkey to change the character input mode.
  • Page 58: Entering Characters Using T9 Text Input

    Entering Characters Using T9 Text Input T9 Text Input lets you enter text in your phone by pressing keys just once per letter. (To select the T9 Word mode when entering text, see “Selecting a Character Input Mode” on page 37.) T9 Text Input analyzes the letters you enter using an intuitive word database and creates a suitable word.
  • Page 59: Entering Characters By Tapping The Keypad

    Entering Characters by Tapping the Keypad To enter characters by tapping the keypad: Select the Alpha mode. (See “Selecting a Character Input Mode” on page 37.) Press the corresponding keys repeatedly until the desired letter appears. (For example, to enter the word “Bill,”...
  • Page 60: Entering Numbers, Symbols, Smileys, And Preset Messages

    Entering Numbers, Symbols, Smileys, and Preset Messages To enter numbers: Select the Number mode and press the appropriate key. (See “Selecting a Character Input Mode” on page 37.) To enter symbols: Select the Symbols mode. (See “Selecting a Character Input Mode” on page 37.) To enter a symbol, press the appropriate key indicated on the display.
  • Page 61: Controlling Your Phone's Settings

    Controlling Your Phone’s Settings In This Section Sound Settings Display Settings Location Settings Messaging Settings Airplane Mode TTY Use With Trumpet Mobile Service Phone Setup Options Call Setup Options Using the menu options available on your phone, you can customize your phone to sound, look, and operate just the way you want it to.
  • Page 62: Sound Settings

    Sound Settings Ringer Types Ringer types help you identify incoming calls and messages. You can assign ringer types to individual Contacts entries, types of calls, and types of messages. Preprogrammed Ringers include a variety of standard ringer types and familiar music. Vibrating Ringer alerts you to calls or messages without disturbing others.
  • Page 63: Selecting Ringer Types For Messages

    Selecting Ringer Types for Messages To select a ringer type for messages: Select MENU > Settings > Sounds > Ringer Type > Messages. Select Voicemail or Text Message. Select Single Tones, Ring Tones, Melodies, or My Content, and press ringers is displayed.) Use your navigation key to scroll through the available ringers.
  • Page 64: Selecting A Key Tone

    Selecting a Key Tone Your phone offers a number of options for selecting the audible tones accompanying a keypress. (Longer tone lengths may be better for tone recognition when dialing voicemail or other automated systems.) To select a key tone: Select MENU >...
  • Page 65: Adjusting The Phone's Volume Settings

    Adjusting the Phone’s Ringer Volume You can adjust your phone’s ringer volume to suit your needs and your environment. To adjust your phone’s ringer volume: Select MENU > Settings > Sounds > Volume. Select Ringer. Use the navigation key to choose a volume level and select Done ( ringer vibrate at any volume level.) Tip:...
  • Page 66: Alert Notification

    Alert Notification Your phone can alert you with an audible tone when you change service areas, once a minute during a voice call, when the signal fades, when powering your phone on or off, or when a call has been connected. To enable or disable alert sounds: Select MENU >...
  • Page 67: Display Settings

    Display Settings Changing the Text Greeting The text greeting can be up to 14 characters and is displayed on your phone’s screen in standby mode. You may choose to keep the phone’s default greeting (“Trumpet Mobile”), or you may enter your own custom greeting. To display or change your greeting: Select MENU >...
  • Page 68: Changing The Display Screen

    Changing the Display Screen Your new phone offers options for what you see on the display screen and when in standby mode. To change the display images on main LCD: Select MENU > Settings > Display > Screen Saver. Select Preset Image or My Content. Choose the desired image and press as a screen saver.
  • Page 69: Changing The Dialing Font

    Changing the Font Color You can customize your phone’s display font by selecting a color scheme or style to reflect your personality. To change the display’s theme color: Select MENU > Settings > Display > Dialing Font > Color. Select Basic, Rainbow, Monochrome, or Hyphenate and press MENU Select Done (...
  • Page 70: Location Settings

    Location Settings Your phone is equipped with a Location feature for use in connection with location-based services that may be available in the future. The Location feature allows the network Trumpet Mobile makes available to you to detect your position. Turning Location off will hide your location from everyone except 911.
  • Page 71: Messaging Settings

    Messaging Settings Staying connected to your friends and family has never been easier. With your phone’s advanced messaging capabilities, you can send and receive many different kinds of text messages without placing a voice call. Your phone’s messaging settings make text messaging even faster and easier by letting you decide how you would like to be notified of new messages, create a signature with each sent message, and create your own canned messages, to...
  • Page 72: Managing Preset Messages

    Adding a Customized Signature Each message you send can have a customized signature to reflect your personality. To add a customized signature to each sent message: Select MENU > Messaging > Settings > Edit Signature. Select On and press a signature to your outgoing messages, select Off and press MENU Enter your signature and press Done (...
  • Page 73: Airplane Mode

    To add a new preset message: Select MENU > Messaging > Settings > Preset Messages. (The list of preset messages is displayed.) To add a new message, select the desired message location and select Add New ( Enter your message (see “Entering Text” on page 37), and press MENU the beginning of the list.)
  • Page 74: Tty Use With Trumpet Mobile Service

    TTY Use With Trumpet Mobile Service A TTY (also known as a TDD or Text Telephone) is a telecommunications device that allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or who have speech or language disabilities, to communicate by telephone. Your phone is compatible with select TTY devices.
  • Page 75: Phone Setup Options

    Note: In TTY Mode, your phone will display the TTY access icon when a headset or TTY device is plugged in. If TTY mode is enabled, the audio quality of non-TTY devices connected to the headset jack may be impaired. WARNING 911 Emergency Calling Trumpet Mobile recommends that TTY users make...
  • Page 76: Call Setup Options

    Call Setup Options Call Setup options allow you to set up the following options: Abbreviated Dial allows you to program a five- or six- digit prefix for commonly used phone numbers (page 56). Contacts Match allows you to turn on or off the contacts matching feature (page 57).
  • Page 77: Contacts Match

    Making an Abbreviated Dial Call To make a call: Enter the last four or five digits of the prefix phone number. Abbrev. Dial is displayed in the lower left corner with the prefix digits displayed. Note: If there is more than one Contact entry that matches the last four or five digits, a list is displayed which allows you to select the desired number to call.
  • Page 78 Restriction Allows you to restrict outgoing call options by selecting one of the following options: Allow all to allow outgoing calls to be made (no restrictions). Contacts Only to allow outgoing calls to only those numbers saved in the Contacts list. Special# Only to allow outgoing calls to only the numbers set up in the special numbers list.
  • Page 79: Auto Answer Mode

    Flip Open to answer the call when the phone is opened. Auto Answer Mode You may set your phone to automatically pick up incoming calls when connected to an optional hands-free car kit. To set Auto Answer mode: Select MENU > Settings > Others > Call Setup > Auto Answer.
  • Page 81: Setting Your Phone's Security

    Setting Your Phone’s Security In This Section Accessing the Security Menu Using Your Phone’s Lock Feature Using Special Numbers Erasing Contacts Erasing My Content Resetting Your Phone By using the security settings on your phone, you receive peace of mind without sacrificing flexibility. This section will familiarize you with your phone’s security settings.
  • Page 82: Accessing The Security Menu

    Accessing the Security Menu All of your phone’s security settings are available through the Security menu. You must enter your lock code to view the Security menu. To access the Security menu: Select MENU > Settings > Security. Enter your lock code to display the Security menu. Tip: If you can’t recall your lock code, try using the last four digits of your wireless phone number or try 0000.
  • Page 83: Calling In Lock Mode

    Unlocking Your Phone To unlock your phone: From standby mode, press Volume key, or Enter your lock code. Calling in Lock Mode You can place calls to 911 and to your special numbers when in lock mode. (For information on special numbers, see “Using Special Numbers”...
  • Page 84: Using Special Numbers

    Using Special Numbers Special numbers are important numbers that you have designated as being “always available.” You can call and receive calls from special numbers even if your phone is locked. You can save up to three special numbers in addition to your Contacts entries.
  • Page 85: Erasing Contacts

    Erasing Contacts You can quickly and easily erase all the contents of your Contacts list. To erase all the names and numbers in your Contacts: Select MENU > Settings > Security. Enter your lock code. (The Security menu is displayed.) Select Erase Contacts and press If you are certain you would like to erase all of your Contacts entries, select Yes and press...
  • Page 86: Resetting Your Phone

    Resetting Your Phone Resetting the phone restores all the factory defaults, including the ringer types and display settings. (Contacts are not affected when resetting your phone.) To reset your phone: Select MENU > Settings > Security. Enter your lock code. (The Security menu is displayed.) Select Reset Phone and press If you are certain that you would like to restore all the...
  • Page 87: Managing Call History

    Managing Call History In This Section Viewing History Call History Options Making a Call From Call History Saving a Phone Number From Call History Prepending a Phone Number From Call History Erasing Call History The Call History keeps track of incoming calls, calls made from your phone, and missed calls.
  • Page 88: Viewing History

    Viewing History You’ll find the Call History feature very helpful. It is a list of the last 20 phone numbers (or Contacts entries) for calls you placed, accepted, or missed. Call History makes redialing a number fast and easy. It is continually updated as new numbers are added to the beginning of the list and the oldest entries are removed from the bottom of the list.
  • Page 89: Call History Options

    Call History Options For additional information and options on a particular call, highlight a Call History entry and press displays the date and time of the call, the phone number (if available), and the caller’s name (if the number is already in your Contacts).
  • Page 90: Making A Call From Call History

    Making a Call From Call History To place a call from Call History: Select MENU > Call History. Select Outgoing Calls, Incoming Calls, Missed Calls, or All Recent and press Use your navigation key to select a Call History entry and press Note: You cannot make calls from Call History to entries identified as...
  • Page 91: Saving A Phone Number From Call History

    Saving a Phone Number From Call History Contacts entries can store up to a total of five phone numbers, and each entry’s name can contain 20 characters. To save a phone number from Call History: Select Outgoing Calls, Incoming Calls, Missed Calls, or All Recent and press Use your navigation key to select the desired entry and select Options (...
  • Page 92: Prepending A Phone Number From Call History

    Prepending a Phone Number From Call History If you need to make a call from Call History and you happen to be outside your local area code, you can add the appropriate prefix by prepending the number. To prepend a phone number from Call History: Select a Call History entry, select the number or the name and press Press Options (...
  • Page 93: Using Contacts

    Using Contacts In This Section Adding a New Contacts Entry Finding Contacts Entries Contacts Entry Options Adding a Phone Number to a Contacts Entry Editing a Contacts Entry’s Phone Number Assigning Speed Dial Numbers Editing a Contacts Entry Selecting a Ringer Type for an Entry Dialing Trumpet Mobile Services Now that you know the basics that make it easier to stay in touch with people and information, you’re ready to explore...
  • Page 94: Adding A New Contacts Entry

    Adding a New Contacts Entry Your phone's Contacts list can store up to 299 entries and each entry’s name can contain 20 characters. To add a new entry: Select MENU > Contacts > Add New Entry. Shortcut: Press Contacts and press Add New . Proceed with steps 2 –...
  • Page 95: Finding Contacts Entries

    Finding Contacts Entries There are several ways to display your Contacts entries: by name, by speed dial number, and by group. Follow the steps outlined in the sections below to display entries from the Contacts menu. Finding Names To find Contacts entries by name: Select MENU >...
  • Page 96: Finding Speed Dial Numbers

    Finding Speed Dial Numbers To find phone numbers you have stored in speed dial locations: Select MENU > Contacts > Speed Dial #s. Scroll through speed dial entries using your navigation key. Speed dial numbers are displayed in numeric order. —...
  • Page 97: Contacts Entry Options

    Contacts Entry Options To access a Contacts entry’s options, highlight the entry and press , then press Options ( MENU the options listed below and press [Contact Name] to edit the contact entry name. [Mobile/Home/Work/Pager/Fax/Others] to add a phone number to the entry. (See “Adding a Phone Number to a Contacts Entry”...
  • Page 98: Adding A Phone Number To A Contacts Entry

    Adding a Phone Number to a Contacts Entry To add a phone number to an entry: Display a Contacts entry (see “Finding Contacts Entries” on page 75) and press Press Options ( Highlight the desired label, enter the new phone number, and press Press OK ( Press Done (...
  • Page 99: Assigning Speed Dial Numbers

    Assigning Speed Dial Numbers Your phone can assign speed dial locations to as many as 98 Contact phone numbers. For details on how to make calls using speed dial numbers, see “Using Speed Dialing” on page 36. To assign a speed dial number to a new or existing phone number: Select MENU >...
  • Page 100: Editing A Contacts Entry

    Editing a Contacts Entry To make changes to an entry: Display a Contacts entry and highlight the name of the person you wish to edit. Press Options ( Highlight the part of the entry you wish to edit (Name, Group, Ringer, etc.) and press Add and/or edit the desired information and press Press Done ( Selecting a Ringer Type for an Entry...
  • Page 101: Dialing Trumpet Mobile Services

    Dialing Trumpet Mobile Services Your Contacts list is preprogrammed with contact numbers for various Trumpet Mobile Services. To dial a service from your Contacts: Select MENU > Contacts > Services. Select Customer Care, Airtime Top-Up, or Dir Assist. Press to place the call. To dial a service from standby mode using your keypad: Dial the appropriate service number: Customer Care –...
  • Page 103: Using The Phone's Scheduler And Tools

    Using the Phone’s Scheduler and Tools In This Section Using Your Phone’s Scheduler Using Your Phone’s Alarm Clock Using Your Phone’s Memo Pad Using Your Phone’s Tools Your phone is equipped with several personal information management features that help you manage your busy lifestyle.
  • Page 104: Using Your Phone's Scheduler

    Using Your Phone’s Scheduler Adding an Event to the Scheduler Your Scheduler helps organize your time and reminds you of important events. To add an event: Select MENU > Tools > Scheduler. Shortcut: Press the navigation key down. Proceed with steps 2 –...
  • Page 105: Event Alerts

    Select an alarm time for the event by highlighting the alarm field and pressing the navigation key left or right to select one of the following: No Alarm, On Time, 10min before, 30min before, or 1 Hr before. Select Done ( Event Alerts There are several ways your phone alerts you to scheduled events:...
  • Page 106 Going to Today’s Scheduler Menu To go to the Scheduler menu for today’s date: Select MENU > Tools > Today. Erasing a Day’s Events To erase a day’s scheduled events: Select MENU > Tools > Scheduler. Shortcut: Press the navigation key down. Proceed with steps 2 –...
  • Page 107: Using Your Phone's Alarm Clock

    Using Your Phone’s Alarm Clock Your phone comes with a built-in alarm clock with multiple alarm capabilities. To use the alarm clock: Select MENU > Tools > Alarm Clock. Select Alarm #1, Alarm #2, or Alarm #3 and press Turn the alarm on or off by highlighting the activation field.
  • Page 108: Using Your Phone's Memo Pad

    Using Your Phone’s Memo Pad Your phone comes with a memo pad you can use to compose and store reminders and notes to help keep you organized. To compose a note: Select MENU > Tools > Memo Pad. Note: If there are no memos saved yet, the New Memo screen is automatically displayed.
  • Page 109: Using Your Phone's Tools

    Using Your Phone’s Tools In addition to helping you be more efficient and organized, your phone offers useful and entertaining tools. Using the Calculator Your phone comes with a built-in calculator. To use the calculator: Select MENU > Tools > Calculator. Enter the first number using your keypad.
  • Page 110: Task List

    Task List This option allows you to manage daily tasks that include dates, times, and priority levels. Select MENU > Tools > Task List. Note: If there are no tasks saved, the New Task screen is automatically displayed. Select Options ( Enter the task name using the keypad and press Select a due time by highlighting the Due Time field.
  • Page 111: World Time

    Countdown This option allows you to enter a timer that counts down to an event based on a date and time specified. Select MENU > Tools > Countdown. Note: If there are no countdowns saved, the New Countdown screen is automatically displayed. Select Options ( Enter the countdown name using the keypad and press...
  • Page 112 Section 2F: Using the Phone’s Scheduler and Tools...
  • Page 113: Section 3: Trumpet Mobile Service Features

    Section 3 Trumpet Mobile Service Features...
  • Page 115: Trumpet Mobile Service Features: The Basics

    Trumpet Mobile Service Features: The Basics In This Section Using Voicemail Using SMS Text Messaging Responding to Call Waiting Making a Three-Way Call Now that you’ve mastered your phone’s fundamentals, it’s time to explore the calling features that enhance your Trumpet Mobile Service.
  • Page 116: Using Voicemail

    Using Voicemail Setting Up Your Voicemail All unanswered calls to your phone are automatically transferred to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. Therefore, you will want to set up your Trumpet Mobile Voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated.
  • Page 117: Voicemail Notification

    Voicemail Notification There are several ways your phone alerts you to a new message: By displaying a message on the screen. By sounding the assigned ringer type. By the LED blinking red. New Voicemail Message Alerts When you receive a new voice message, your phone alerts you and prompts you to call your voicemail.
  • Page 118: Retrieving Your Voicemail Messages

    Retrieving Your Voicemail Messages You can review your messages directly from your phone or from any other touch-tone phone. To dial from your phone, you can either speed dial your voicemail or use the menu keys. Using One-Touch Message Access Press and hold voicemail box.) Using the Menu Keys on Your Phone to Access Your...
  • Page 119: Voicemail Button Guide

    Voicemail Button Guide Here’s a quick guide to your keypad functions while listening to voicemail messages. For further details and menu options, see “Voicemail Menu Key” on page 103. Date/Time Replay PQRS Erase Shift Cancel Voicemail Options Your phone offers several options for organizing and accessing your voicemail.
  • Page 120 Setting Up Group Distribution Lists Create up to 20 separate group lists, each with up to 20 customers. Press and hold voicemail box contains any new or saved messages, press to access the main voicemail menu.) Shift Press to change your Personal Options, following the system prompts.
  • Page 121 Voicemail-to-Voicemail Message Reply Reply to a voice message received from any other Trumpet Mobile Voicemail user. After listening to a voice message, press Follow the voice prompts to record and send your reply. Voicemail-to-Voicemail Message Forwarding Forward a voice message, except those marked “Private,” to other Trumpet Mobile Voicemail users.
  • Page 122: Clearing The Message Icon

    Extended Absence Greeting When your phone is turned off or you are off the network Trumpet Mobile makes available to you for an extended period, this greeting can be played instead of your normal personal greeting. From the main voicemail menu, press Options.
  • Page 123: Voicemail Menu Key

    Voicemail Menu Key Following the prompts on the voicemail system, you can use your keypad to navigate through the voicemail menu. The following list outlines your phone’s voicemail menu structure. Listen Envelope Information Reply Advance 8 Seconds Replay Rewind Forward Message Erase PQRS Callback...
  • Page 124 Shift Administrative Options Shift Greetings Shift Expert Mode (On/Off) Place a Call Disconnect Shift Section 3A: Trumpet Mobile Service Features: The Basics Numeric Paging to a Phone Return to Personal Options Menu Skip Passcode Autoplay Message Date & Time On/Off Change Passcode Group Distribution List Return to Personal Options Menu...
  • Page 125: Using Sms Text Messaging

    Using SMS Text Messaging With SMS Text Messaging, you can use other people's wireless phone numbers to send instant text messages from your phone to their messaging-ready phones – and they can send messages to you. When you receive a new message, it will automatically be displayed on your phone’s screen.
  • Page 126: Using Preset Messages

    To use a preset message, recent message, or an emoticon, select Options ( Msg, Recent Msg, or Emoticons. Use your navigation keys to select a preset message or press the number on the keypad that corresponds to the number next to the recent message or emoticon.
  • Page 127: Accessing Sms Text Messages

    Accessing SMS Text Messages To read an SMS Text message: When you receive a text message, it will automatically appear on your phone’s main display screen. Use your navigation key to scroll down and view the entire message. You may also select the following additional messaging options by pressing Options ( Call to call the message sender or Call Back Number.
  • Page 128 Review your message and press Send ( also select the following additional messaging options by pressing Options ( Edit to edit the existing message before sending. Save to Drafts to save the message without sending. Section 3A: Trumpet Mobile Service Features: The Basics ).
  • Page 129: Responding To Call Waiting

    Responding to Call Waiting When you’re on a call, Call Waiting alerts you to incoming calls by sounding two beeps. Your phone’s screen informs you that another call is coming in and displays the caller’s phone number (if it is available). To respond to an incoming call while you’re on a call: Press .
  • Page 130: Making A Three-Way Call

    Making a Three-Way Call With Three-Way Calling, you can talk to two people at the same time. When using this feature, the normal airtime rates will be charged for each of the two calls. To make a Three-Way Call: Enter a number you wish to call and press Once you have established the connection, enter the second number you wish to call and press puts the first caller on hold and dials the second...
  • Page 131: Trumpet Mobile Voice Svc

    Trumpet Mobile Voice SVC In This Section Getting Started With Trumpet Mobile Voice SVC Placing a Call Using Voice Dial Managing Voice Memos With Trumpet Mobile Voice SVC, reaching your friends, family, and co-workers has never been easier — especially when you’re on the go.
  • Page 132: Getting Started With Trumpet Mobile Voice Svc

    Getting Started With Trumpet Mobile Voice SVC With Trumpet Mobile Voice SVC: You can call anyone in your Contacts list — even if you don’t remember their phone number — simply say the name of the person you want to call. There’s no need to punch in a lot of numbers, memorize voicemail passwords, or try to dial while you’re driving.
  • Page 133: Managing Voice Memos

    Managing Voice Memos You can use your phone’s Voice Services to record brief memos to remind you of important events, phone numbers, or grocery list items. Recording Voice Memos To record a voice memo: Open the flip and select Voice SVC ( At the voice prompt, say “Voice Memo”.
  • Page 134: Voice Memo Options

    Note: Your phone can store a total of 20 memos or up to three minutes. Voice Memo Options To play the voice memos you have recorded: Open the flip and select Voice SVC ( At the voice prompt, say “Voice Memo”. Note: You can also access Voice Memo by selecting Voice Memo...
  • Page 135: Erasing Voice Memos

    Highlight the desired memo and press Options ( Edit Caption. Press and hold Enter the new name using the keypad and press Done Erasing Voice Memos To erase an individual memo: Open the flip and select Voice SVC ( At the voice prompt, say “Voice Memo”. Note: You can also access Voice Memo by selecting Voice Memo...
  • Page 137: Section 4: Safety And Warranty Information

    Section 4 Safety and Warranty Information...
  • Page 139: Important Safety Information

    Important Safety Information In This Section General Precautions Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone Using Your Phone With a Hearing Aid Device Caring for the Battery Radiofrequency (RF) Energy Owner’s Record Phone Guide Proprietary Notice This phone guide contains important operational and safety information that will help you safely use your phone.
  • Page 140: General Precautions

    General Precautions There are several simple guidelines to operating your phone properly and Speak directly into the mouthpiece. 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.
  • Page 141: Maintaining Safe Use Of And Access To Your Phone

    Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone Do Not Rely on Your Phone for Emergency Calls Mobile phones operate using radio signals, which cannot guarantee connection in all conditions. Therefore you should never rely solely upon any mobile phone for essential communication (e.g., medical emergencies).
  • Page 142: Turning Off Your Phone Before Flying

    Note: Always turn off the phone in health-care facilities and request permission before using the phone near medical equipment. Turning Off Your Phone Before Flying Turn off your phone before boarding any aircraft. To prevent possible interference with aircraft systems, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations require you to have permission from a crew member to use your phone while the plane is on the ground.
  • Page 143: Using Your Phone With A Hearing Aid Device

    Not all phones have been rated. Phones that have been rated have label located on the box. Your Trumpet Mobile Phone a580 by Samsung has an M3 rating These ratings are not guarantees. Results will vary depending on the level of immunity of your hearing device and degree of your hearing loss.
  • Page 144 30 days of purchase for a full refund. Getting the Best Hearing Device Experience With Trumpet Mobile Phone a580 by Samsung® To further minimize interference: There is usually less interference on the microphone setting than the telecoil setting.
  • Page 145: Caring For The Battery

    Caring for the Battery Protecting Your Battery The guidelines listed below help you get the most out of your battery’s performance. Recently, there have been some public reports of wireless phone batteries overheating, catching fire, or exploding. It appears that many, if not all, of these reports involve counterfeit or inexpensive, aftermarket-brand batteries with unknown or questionable manufacturing standards.
  • Page 146: Radiofrequency (Rf) Energy

    Radiofrequency (RF) Energy Understanding How Your Phone Operates Your phone is basically a radio transmitter and receiver. 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.
  • Page 147: Owner's Record

    Record the serial number in the space provided below. This will be helpful if you need to contact us about your phone in the future. Model: Trumpet Mobile Phone a580 by Samsung® Serial No.: Section 4A: Important Safety Information...
  • Page 148: Phone Guide Proprietary Notice

    Phone Guide Proprietary Notice CDMA Technology is licensed by QUALCOMM Incorporated under one or more of the following patents: 4,901,307 5,109,390 5,267,262 5,416,797 5,506,865 5,544,196 5,657,420 5,101,501 5,267,261 5,414,796 5,504,773 5,535,239 5,600,754 5,778,338 5,228,054 5,337,338 5,710,784 5,056,109 5,568,483 5,659,569 5,490,165 5,511,073 T9 Text Input is licensed by Tegic Communications and is covered by U.S.
  • Page 149: Manufacturer's Warranty

    S e c t i o n 4 B Manufacturer’s Warranty In This Section Manufacturer’s Warranty Your phone has been designed to provide you with reliable, worry-free service. If for any reason you have a problem with your equipment, please refer to the manufacturer’s warranty in this section.
  • Page 150: Manufacturer's Warranty

    (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 151 Purchaser must pay all parts, shipping, and labor charges for the repair or return of such Product. What Are the Limits On SAMSUNG's Liability? EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY CONTAINED HEREIN, PURCHASER TAKES THE PRODUCT “AS IS,” AND SAMSUNG MAKES NO WARRANTY OR...
  • Page 152 SOME STATES/PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE, USE, OR MISUSE OF, OR...
  • Page 153 Limited Warranty, or make additional warranties binding on SAMSUNG. Accordingly, additional statements such as dealer advertising or presentation, whether oral or written, do not constitute warranties by SAMSUNG and should not be relied upon. Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC 1301 E.
  • Page 155: Index

    Index Numerics 3-Way Calling 110 Abbreviated Dialing 56 Airplane Mode 53 Alarm Clock 87 Answering Calls 28 Auto Answer Mode 59 Backlight 47 – Battery 19 Capacity 19 Charging 21 Installing 20 Calculator 89 Call Answer Mode 58 Call History 67 –...
  • Page 156 Phone (Illus.) 12 Phone Number Displaying 25 Finding 33 With Pauses 34 Phone Settings 41 Auto Answer Mode 59 Call Answer Mode 58 Display Settings 47 Location Settings 50 Messaging Settings 51 Sound Settings 42 TTY Use 54 Plus (+) Code Dialing 35 Preset Messages 40 Resetting Your Phone 66 Restriction 58...

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