Page 1 SCH-a870 Series P O R T A B L E T R I - M O D E 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
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Page 3: Disclaimer Of Warranties; Exclusion Of Liability
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. Openwave® is a registered Trademark of Openwave, Inc.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Understanding Your Contacts ...49 Contacts ...50 Finding a Contacts Entry ...51 Adding a New Contacts Entry ...52 Editing a Contacts Entry ...54 Saving a Number After a Call ...57 Speed Dial ...59 Contacts Groups ...61 Deleting a Contacts Entry ...64 Memory Info ...65 Mobile Shop ...66...
Page 5 Messaging ... 70 Types of Messages ...71 Create and Send Text Messages ...71 Receive Text Messages ...72 Send Picture Messages in Camera Mode ...72 Send Picture Messages in Standby Mode ...74 Receive Picture Messages ...76 Handwritten Picture Messages ...77 Postcard Messages ...78 Message Boxes ...79...
Page 6 UL Certified Travel Adapter ...146 Consumer Information on Wireless Phones ...146 Road Safety ...152 Operating Environment ...154 Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices ...154 Potentially Explosive Environments ...156 Emergency Calls ...156 FCC Notice and Cautions ...157 Other Important Safety Information ...157 Product Performance ...
Page 7: Section 1: Getting Started
• Activating Your Phone • Setting Up Your Voicemail This section explains how to start using your SCH-a870 phone by activating your service, setting up your Voicemail, or getting an understanding of how this manual is put together. Getting Started...
Page 8: Understanding This User Manual
120 VAC or 220 VAC wall outlet. Important: 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...
Page 9: Low Battery Indicator
Note: Your phone comes packaged with a partially charged rechargeable standard Li-Ion battery and travel adapter. Important: You must fully charge the battery the first time you use your phone, otherwise you could damage the battery. You can use your phone while the battery is charging.
Page 10: Remove The Battery
Press down on the battery cover release latch (1) and slide the cover (2) toward the bottom end of the phone. Lift the battery (3) up and away from the phone, bottom end first. key to turn off the phone (if on).
Page 11: Turn Your Phone Off
Voicemail allows callers to leave voice messages, which can be retrieved any time. Note: Once your Voicemail account has been set up, you can use the Voicemail folder (under the Message menu) to view details of voice messages in your Voicemail box.
Page 12: Section 2: Understanding Your Phone
• Understanding the Display Screen • Your Phone’s Modes This section outlines some key features of your phone. It also describes the screen format and the icons that will be displayed when the phone is in use. Features of Your Phone Domestic and international voice and text messaging service (available on •...
Page 13: Closed View Of Your Phone
Camera Lens — The lens of your built-in camera. Volume Key — Lets you adjust the master volume in standby mode (with the folder 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 14: Open View Of Your Phone
8. Special Function Keys Features Receiver — Lets you hear the other caller. Main Display — Indicates the status of your phone, including numbers dialed, feature and function screens, status icons, message indicators, signal strength, and so on. 17. OK Key 16.
Page 15 Speakerphone Key — Enables and disables speakerphone mode. End Key — Ends a call. If you press and hold the END key, the power goes On or Off. When you receive an incoming call, press to send the call to voicemail.
Page 16: Command Keys
• In standby mode, press the Contacts ( right) soft key ( (Find screen). • When the right soft key function is Back, press the Back ( right) soft key ( back up one menu level. • When the right soft key function is Options, press the Options (right) soft key ( and a pop-up menu appears.
Page 17: Send Key
Camera Keys Use the camera key ( ) — located on the right side of your phone — to activate the camera built into your phone and to take pictures.
Page 18: Phone Info
Dialogue Boxes Dialogue boxes prompt for action, inform you of status, or warn of situations such as low memory. Dialogue boxes and their definitions are outlined below. Choice •...
Page 19: External Display
They go off when no keys are pressed within a period of time set in the Backlight menu. Note: During a phone call, the display backlights dim and turn off after 10 seconds to conserve battery power, regardless of the Backlight setting.
Page 20: Lock Mode
Tip: You can also cycle between T9 Word, Abc, and 123 by repeatedly pressing and holding the until the phone beeps Lock Mode When the phone is in Lock Mode, restrictions are placed on phone use. You can receive calls and messages, but cannot place outgoing calls (except for emergency numbers) until you unlock the phone.
Page 21: Vibrate Mode
The volume key is on the upper left side of phone, near the left soft key Adjust the Ringer In standby mode, press the volume key ( ) on the left side of the phone up or down. Options are: •...
Page 22: Section 3: Call Functions
• Making a Call • Answering a Call • Calls This section provides procedures for making and answering calls. This section also describes features, such as call logs and call timers, that help you make calls and manage your call time.
Page 23: Three-Way Calling
With the phone on, enter the Emergency Number you wish to call using the keypad. Note: You can define up to 3 emergency numbers in your phone. (See "Emergency #" on page 137 for more information.) Press to place the call.
Page 24: Speed Dialing
Tip: Press the Save (left) soft key ( frequently. Speed Dialing Speed Dialing lets you place a call to any Contact stored in your Contacts list by dialing the Contact’s Location number. 1-Touch Dialing Use 1-touch dialing to speed dial Contacts from 001 (Voicemail) through 009.
Page 25: Voice Dialing Tips
Note: End Calls Before relaunching the VoiceSignal voice recognition software — When you use Voice Dialing to make a call, you must end that call before you can use other Voice Commands. See "Voice SVC" on page 102 for more information.
Page 26: Dialing A Number
Say “Yes” to confirm the name or “No” to hear the next name, or use the keypad to select the correct name from the list. (See see "Choice Lists" on page 104, for more information.) • Press the Repeat (right) soft key ( •...
Page 27: Pause Dialing From A Contacts Entry
Tip: Assign pictures to Contacts entries. The entry’s assigned picture appears in the display when you receive a call from that entry. See "Assigning a Picture to a Contacts Entry" on page 56. The phone continues to notify you of the call until one of the following events occur: You answer the call.
Page 28: Call Waiting
Adjust the Ringer In standby mode, press the volume key ( ) on the left side of the phone up or down. Options are: • Ringer Off • Vibrate • Low • Low/Medium Press once you’re satisfied with the setting. The phone returns to standby mode.
Page 29: Call Block
Caller ID Caller ID lets you identify who is calling you by displaying a caller’s number. If the caller’s name and number are stored in Contacts, the caller’s name also appears. If you’ve assigned a picture to the entry, it appears in the display as well.
Page 30: Outgoing Calls
Tip: To quickly view a list of your most recent calls (outgoing, incoming, and missed), briefly press the key in standby mode. The All Calls screen listing to 270 of your most recent calls appears in the display. Outgoing Calls The last 90 outgoing calls are stored in the Outgoing calls log.
Page 31: Incoming Calls
Missed Calls The last 90 missed calls (calls not picked up) are stored in the Missed call log. Review the Missed call log for the time and date of the call, as well as other information. In standby mode, press the for Missed Calls.
Page 32: Call Timer
To keep the calls, press the No (right) soft key ( Call Timer View the duration of your last call, total calls, and calls made during the life of your phone using the Call timer feature. Call timer is not for billing purposes.
Page 33: Data Counter
Note: Although Total call timers can be erased, LifeTime call timers can never be erased. Data Counter Use Data Counter to view the amount of data that has been sent or received (or a total of both) using the data services that your phone supports. The Data Counter can be a helpful tool for monitoring data usage, especially if your service agreement has specified limits.
Page 34: Store Numbers From Call Logs
Press to exit the Data Counter screen. Note: Although other data counters can be reset, only the Lifetime Data Counter can never be reset. Store Numbers from Call Logs Store numbers from your Outgoing, Incoming, Missed, and All calls logs to Contacts.
Page 35: Section 4: Menu Navigation
• Menu Navigation • Menu Shortcuts • Navigation Key Shortcuts • Navigate Using a Shortcut • 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.
Page 36: Menu Navigation
In standby mode press the appear in the display. Note: More than one menu may appear in your display. This setting can be modified in the Display/Menu Style menu. (See "Settings" on page 122 for more information.) Use the navigation key to browse through the menus.
Page 37: Navigate Using A Shortcut
Before you can navigate using a shortcut, you’ll need the menu or sub-menu number that you wish to access. Tip: Use the list of menus and sub-menus, which begins on page 38, to navigate using shortcuts. In standby mode, press the Menu key ( Press the number of the menu, sub-menu, and so on for the feature that you wish to access.
Page 38: Menu Outline
3.7.1.6 3.7.1.7 3.7.1.8 3.7.2 Text Message 3.7.2.1 3.7.2.2 3.7.2.3 3.7.3 Picture Message 3.7.3.1 3.7.3.2 Mobile Web Get In Web Auto Save Auto Erase Quick Text Voicemail # Entry Mode Callback # Signature Reminder Auto View Signature Auto Scroll Auto Receive...
Page 39 6.2.4 Sound 6.2.5 Voice Launch 6.2.6 About Multimedia Camera My Images My Ringtones My Sounds Tools Bluetooth 8.1.1 Add New Device 8.1.2 Registered List 8.1.3 Bluetooth Settings 8.1.3.1 8.1.3.2 8.1.3.3 8.1.3.4 Calendar Memo Pad Alarm Clock 8.4.1 Alarm 1 8.4.2 Alarm 2 8.4.3...
Page 40 Calculator Stop Watch Converter 8.8.1 Currency 8.8.2 Length 8.8.3 Weight 8.8.4 Volume 8.8.5 Area 8.8.6 Temperature Tip Calculator Settings Location Display Settings 9.2.1 Menu Style 9.2.2 Wallpaper 9.2.2.1 9.2.2.2 9.2.3 Clock Format 9.2.3.1 9.2.3.2 9.2.4 Theme 9.2.5 Dialing Font 9.2.5.1 9.2.5.2...
Page 41 9.3.1.1 9.3.1.2 9.3.1.3 9.3.2 Ringer Type 9.3.2.1 9.3.2.2 9.3.3 Alerts 9.3.3.1 9.3.3.2 9.3.3.3 9.3.3.4 9.3.4 Key Tone 9.3.4.1 9.3.4.2 9.3.5 Dynamic Vibration Call Settings 9.4.1 Restriction 9.4.2 Call Answer 9.4.3 Auto Answer 9.4.4 Auto Retry 9.4.5 TTY Mode 9.4.6 Voice Privacy 9.4.7...
Page 42 9.5.6 System Select 9.5.7 Set Time 9.5.8 Quick Search 9.5.9 PC Connection Memory Info Phone Info 9.7.1 Phone Number 9.7.2 Icon Glossary 9.7.3 Version Menu Outline Menu Navigation...
Page 43: Section 5: Entering Text
This section outlines how to select the desired text entry mode when entering characters into your phone. This section also describes how to use the T9 predictive text entry system to reduce the number of key strokes you must make when entering text.
Page 44: Changing The Text Entry Mode
Text messages can be made up of alphabetical characters, numbers, and symbols. You can use the following text entry modes to simplify text entry: T9 Word — Press each key only once to enter the letter of the word that you’re •...
Page 45: Using Abc Mode
Abc is highlighted. Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight T9Word, then press • For practice, enter the word “Samsung” by pressing each of the following keys only once: pqrs T9 Word recognizes that the most commonly used word for the numeric sequence you just entered is “Samsung.”...
Page 46: Entering Numbers
• Enter characters while in Abc mode by pressing the key labeled with the desired characters (such as, press • Press the key repeatedly until the desired character appears in the display (such as, press twice for “H”). • Pause briefly and the displayed character is accepted and inserted into your message.
Page 47 The current text entry mode is highlighted. Use the navigation keys to highlight Symbols, then press appear in the display. Use the Left and Right Soft Keys to page through the other symbols, if desired. Press the key that corresponds with the symbol that you wish to enter. For...
Page 48: Section 6: Understanding Your Contacts
• Contacts Groups • Deleting a Contacts Entry • Memory Info This section details how you can manage your daily contacts by storing their names and numbers in your Contacts list. You can have your Contacts entries sorted by name.
Page 49: Open Contacts
• Memory Info — Display used and available memory for Contacts entries. Tip: To launch the Contacts menu using a voice command — In standby mode, press and hold the phone prompts, “Say a command.” Say “Go to Contacts” into the microphone.
Page 50: Finding A Contacts Entry
Use the VoiceSignal Lookup command to view contact information for any named contact stored in your Contacts list by saying the name. Note: The Lookup command shows the requested contact information in the display but does not dial any phone numbers for the contact.
Page 51: Adding A New Contacts Entry
Soft Key Method If you’ve stored a name entry in Contacts, Find allows you to find it quickly. In standby mode, press the Contacts (right) soft key ( The Find screen appears in the display with the Go To field highlighted, followed by the first few names in your Contacts list.
Page 52: Adding A New Contacts Entry
The Add New Entry screen appears in the display with the Name field highlighted. Enter the name of the new entry using the keypad. (See "Entering Text" on page 44 for more information.) Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight one of the following fields: •...
Page 53: Editing A Contacts Entry
– Set Speed Dial / Remove speed dial — Assign/remove a speed dial number (see "Speed Dial" on page 59 for more information). – Set as default — Set the number the phone will dial when Contracts dialing, speed dialing, or voice dialing.
Page 54: Add Pauses To Contacts Numbers
Note: You can enter multiple Waits to extend the length of a pause. For example, two consecutive Waits cause a total pause time of four seconds. Keep in mind that pauses count as digits towards the 32-digit maximum.
Page 55: Edit An Existing E-Mail Address
( ). The following options appear in the display: • Take New Pic — Activates the camera to take a picture to use as a Photo ID. (See "Taking Pictures" on page 92 for more information.) • Online Album — Connects your phone to your online photo album. (Contact your Wireless Provider for availability.)
Page 56: Assigning A Ringtone To A Contacts Entry
Saving a Number After a Call Once you finish a call, you can store the caller’s number to your Contacts list. Note: If the call was incoming and Caller ID information was unavailable, then the Save option is also unavailable.
Page 57: Create A New Entry
Contacts entry. Follow the instructions in the upcoming sections depending on whether the number is a new entry or you wish to add it to an existing entry. Create a New Entry Use the navigation keys to highlight Create New and press the...
Page 58: Speed Dial
To speed dial the Contacts entry assigned to Location 235, press • , then press and hold the You can assign one or more Speed Dial numbers to a Contacts entry during new entry creation or by editing an existing entry. Assignment During Entry Creation To assign a Speed Call number to a new Contacts entry number, do the following: Follow either of the New Contacts entry procedures (see "Adding a New...
Page 59: Changing A Speed Dial Location
Unassigned Speed Dial number in the Go To field using the keypad. Important! Do not enter Speed Call numbers 001, 311, 411, or 911. These numbers are already assigned to Voicemail (001), to special network features (311 and 411), and to emergency use (911).
Page 60: Contacts Groups
Add Contacts Entry to a Group Using Add New/Edit Contact Option To add a Contact to a Group using either the Add New Contact option or the Edit Contact option, do the following: Create a Contacts entry (see "Adding a New Contacts Entry" on page 52 for more information) or find a Contacts entry (see "Finding a Contacts Entry"...
Page 61: Using Group Add Option
The Add Contacts screen appears in the display showing a list of Contacts entries. Do one of the following: • Use the navigation keys to highlight an entry you want to add to the group, then press the MARK key ( Repeat as needed to check all the desired Contacts.
Page 62: Rename A Group
Rename a Group The Rename option lets you change the name any of the Groups, except No Group. In standby mode, press the MENU key ( Contacts) and display. Use the navigation keys to highlight the Group name other than No Group...
Page 63: Erase A Group
Erase a Group The Erase option lets you delete a Group, thus freeing you to reassign the Contacts formerly in the Group. In standby mode, press the MENU key ( Contacts) and display. Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight the Group that you wish...
Page 64: Memory Info
Memory Info The Memory Info menu option lets you view the amount of memory you have used to store Contacts entries, as well as the memory remaining to store more Contacts entries. In standby mode, press the MENU key (...
Page 65: Section 7: Mobile Shop
With Mobile Shop, you can download full featured applications over the air including games, personalized ring tones, pictures, and more. You can send and receive instant messages and email, or browse the web to catch up on all the latest news.
Page 66: Accessing Mobile Shop
Use the Left and Right navigation keys to highlight the Mobile Shop icon ), then press the Note: The first time you access the Mobile Shop, an “airtime warning” message appears in the display along with instructions on how to remove this message.
Page 67: Using Online Help
What do I pay? When you buy an app, you will be charged for the purchase cost of the app and the network connections to download it. Network usage charges are incurred when you use apps that require network connections, such as downloading information and sending text messages.
Page 68: Restoring Apps
A Demo app is free and is designed to demonstrate the app’s main features. It usually expires after a certain period of time or a number of uses and often has limited functions. When you run a demo app, you will be presented with a purchase option so you won’t have to look for the app in the Mobile Shop catalog.
Page 69: Section 8: Messaging
• Receive Picture Messages • Handwritten Picture Messages • Postcard Messages • Message Boxes • Erase Messages • Message Settings This section explains how to send or receive different types of messages. This section also describes the features and functionality associated with messaging.
Page 70: Types Of Messages
Your phone is able to send and receive Text and Picture messages to compatible phones and devices. Text messages can be up to 160 characters in length. Note: Available memory is shared between all messages. You can store up to 100 messages. However, the exact number is dependent upon message length.
Page 71: Receive Text Messages
Picture message with a voice memo or preloaded sound. Tip: You can send a Picture message to up to ten recipients. Enter each recipient’s address or phone number in a separate Send to field of the Picture message composer.
Page 72 – Record New — Record a new memo to insert into the message. Note: You can record and insert a voice memo of up to 60 seconds in length, if you record first before attaching a picture. If a picture is attached before recording, the size of the voice memo is limited to the amount of remaining memory.
Page 73: Send Picture Messages In Standby Mode
Picture message with a voice memo, ring tone, or downloaded melody. Tip: You can send a Picture message to up to ten recipients. Enter each recipient’s address or phone number in a separate Send to field of the Picture message composer.
Page 74 – Record New — Record a new memo to insert into the message. Note: You can record and insert a voice memo of up to 60 seconds in length, if you record first before attaching a picture. If a picture is attached before recording, the size of the voice memo is limited to the amount of remaining memory.
Page 75: Receive Picture Messages
View Now — Retrieves and opens the message, where you have the option to • Reply, Forward, Delete, Save Text, Save Pic, or Save Msg. View Later — Saves the message to your inbox, where you can view it later, then • returns your phone to standby mode.
Page 76: View A Picture Message Now
Position your handset so that the complete text of the message appears within the image corners. See "Simple Snap Shot" on page 92 for more information. Tip: For best results, write your message on white or light-colored, unruled paper (that is, no lines). Handwritten Picture Messages ), then press (for Handwritten Message).
Page 77: Handwritten Picture Messages
See "Handwritten Picture Messages" on page 77 for more information. Tip: For best results, write your message on white or light-colored, unruled paper (that is, no lines). Use the Left and Right navigation keys to increase magnification of (“zoom in on”) the message, as needed.
Page 78: Message Boxes
• Save Pic — Picture Messages Only — Save the picture included in this message to the My Images folder. • Save Quick Text — Save the text in this message as a new Quick Text. • Lock / Unlock — Block/permit erasure of the highlighted message.
Page 79: Managing Inbox Messages
Press the Options (right) soft key ( the display: • Reply — Compose and send a reply message to the originator of the received message. • Reply With Copy — Compose and send a reply message to the originator of the received message and include a copy of the original message.
Page 80: Messages And Lock Mode
Draft Box Messages in the Draft Box are those that have been composed but never sent. You can return to the Draft Box at any time to view, edit, or send a draft message. Create a Draft Message In standby mode, press the Message (left) soft key (...
Page 81: View And Edit Draft Text Messages
• Save As Draft — Save the message to your Drafts box. • Priority Level — Choose High or Normal. • Validity Period — Enter the Date when this message will cease to be valid, then use the Left and Right navigation keys to choose the Time.
Page 82: Managing Draft Messages
• Save As Draft — Saves the changed message to the Draft Box. • Priority Level — Choose High, Normal, or Low. • Validity Period — Enter the Date when this message will cease to be valid, then use the Left and Right navigation keys to choose the Time.
Page 83: Listen To Voicemail Now
You can erase all of the messages in each your boxes from one convenient location. Note: This function erases all messages in the selected box. To delete a single message, open the box from the Messages menu, then delete the message from the Options menu while viewing the message content.
Page 84: General Message Settings
• Entry Mode — Choose the default method for entering text into messages (T9 Word, Abc, ABC, 123). • Callback # — Choose whether to include a callback phone number with your outgoing messages, and enter the number to be included.
Page 85: Message Settings
Press the New (right) soft key ( Tip: You can also create new Quick Text by viewing/editing an Outbox message and using the Save Quick Text option in the Options menu. See "Review Messages in the Outbox" on page 80 for more information.
Page 86: Section 9: Mobile Web
• Using Links • How Mobile Web Keys Work This section outlines how to launch Mobile Web, how to navigate to other pages on the web, and how the keys on the keypad are used with the web application. Additionally, links to other sites are briefly discussed.
Page 87: Stored Web Content
You can access this information without reconnecting to the Internet. However, if you are viewing stored information, and you select a link to a site that was not accessed in your last session, you automatically re-connect to the Internet.
Page 88: Mobile Web Soft Keys
Using Links Links have several purposes, such as jumping to a different page, to a different site, or even initiating a phone call. Links are shown inside of brackets ([ ]). You can normally use the left soft key ( How Mobile Web Keys Work The following table lists Mobile Web keys and their functions.
Page 89 Left Soft Key — Press to activate the command that appears above it in the display. Right Soft Key — Press to activate the command that appears above it in the display.
Page 90: Section 10: Multimedia
• Using My Ringtones Gallery • Using My Sounds Gallery Use your SCH-a870 phone to take full color digital pictures, display them on your phone’s vivid color display, and instantly share them with family and friends. With Mobile Shop, you can download personalized ringtones, pictures, and more.
Page 91: Multimedia
(See Send Picture Messages in Camera Mode for more information.) Press the Erase (right) soft key ( Tip: You can change a number of the camera’s settings to suit particular uses for your pictures. See "Camera Shortcuts" on page 94 for more information. ), then press...
Page 92: Camera
• settings. Camera Screen Icons Self Timer — Delays the camera shutter by either 3, 5, or 10 seconds after you press the Camera key ( ) or the key. Resolution — Indicates the current Resolution setting [Med (320x240) shown].
Page 93: Camera Options
Note: The Zoom setting is affected by the Resolution setting (camera mode). With Resolution set to High, no zoom is available. With Resolution set to Med, Zoom settings 1 and 2 are available. With Resolution set to Low, Zoom settings 1, 2, and 3 are available.
Page 94: Delay Pictures With The Self Timer
Delay Pictures with the Self Timer Self Timer lets you delay a picture long enough so you or the person taking the picture can join others in the picture. In camera mode, press the Options (right) soft key ( options appear in the display: •...
Page 95: White Balance
• Off • On • Auto • Only This Shot Use the navigation keys to highlight one of the Flash settings, then press key, the camera applies the selected Flash setting to your next picture. White Balance White Balance allows you to adjust picture quality according to available light.
Page 96 The camera applies the selected Quality setting to your next picture. Use Shutter Sounds Choose from three different sounds whenever you take a picture. Aside from being a cool sound effect, Shutter Sounds acts as an audible reminder that your camera has taken the picture.
Page 97: Color Tones
Shutter Sound setting to your next picture. Color Tones Color Tones lets you change your pictures from full-color to two-color, (black plus a color you select). In camera mode, press the Options (right) soft key ( options appear in the display: •...
Page 98: Using My Images Gallery
My Images lets you manage your photos and pictures you download, and lets you choose the pictures that appear in your phone’s display when you turn it on or off, while in standby mode (wallpaper), and as image IDs for your contacts.
Page 99: Using My Sounds Gallery
• Press the Options (right) soft key ( display: – Send — Send to someone as part of a Picture message. (See "Send Picture Messages in Standby Mode" on page 74 for more information.) – Online Album — Send the highlighted image to your Online Album on your Wireless Provider’s server.
Page 100 • Press the PLAY key ( • Press the Options (right) soft key ( – Send — Send to someone as part of a Picture message. (See "Send Picture Messages in Standby Mode" on page 74 for more information.) – Set As — assign the highlighted ringtone to be used as a Ringtone, Contact ID, or as the Alert Tone.
Page 101: Section 11: Voice Svc
Section 11: Voice SVC Topics Covered • Voice SVC Options • Voice Commands • Voice Settings This section explains how you can use and customize your phone’s VoiceSignal voice recognition feature.
Page 102: Voice Svc Options
In standby mode, press the MENU key ( • for Voice Commands. Note: You can also set your phone to start VoiceSignal when you open the phone. See "Voice Launch" on page 107 for more information. The following voice commands appear in the display: Call —...
Page 103: Voice Command Tips
Status, Signal, Network, Battery, or My phone #. Note: Speaking clearly, say the command that you want to use. If VoiceSignal does not recognize a command, it prompts you to repeat the command. If VoiceSignal still does not recognized the command, it tells you “Sorry, no match found”...
Page 104: Voice Settings
Note: After you adapt Digit Dial, your phone is customized to your voice, and your voice only. Others will not be able to use it unless they reset the phone to factory defaults.
Page 105: Adapt Digits
“Please say” plays through the speaker followed by the four digits appearing in the display. Wait for the beep and say the digits using your normal tone of voice. After a moment, the phone plays back the recording and prompts “Did the recording sound ok?”...
Page 106: Voice Launch
Press the OK (left) soft key ( or press the Back (right) soft key ( Sound Sound lets you specify what (if any) text prompts you want your phone to read to you through the earpiece. In standby mode, press the MENU key (...
Page 107 About This option causes the About VoiceSignal screen to appear in the display, showing version and build information about the VoiceSignal software included on your phone. In standby mode, press the MENU key ( SVC), (for Voice Settings), and The About VoiceSignal screen appears in the display showing the version level of the VoiceSignal software currently installed on your phone.
Page 108: Section 12: Tools
• Calculator • Stop Watch • Converter • Tip Calculator This section explains how you can use your phone’s Personal Information Manager (PIM) functions to view today’s calendar, schedule appointments, set an alarm, perform simple math calculations, and more. Tools...
Page 109: Tools
30 feet without requiring a physical connection. Unlike infrared, you don't need to line up the devices to beam information with Bluetooth. If the devices are within a range of one another, you can exchange information between them, even if they are located in different rooms.
Page 110: Bluetooth Settings
• Rename Device — Lets you change or replace the device name, as needed. • Device Info — Shows the type of device, status, address, the date when it was paired with your phone, and the date the device was last connected with your phone.
Page 111: Device Name
Discovery Mode Allows other users to see your accessibility. Select On for other devices to see your device, or Off for no visibility. Device Name Shows the handset name. You may change this name. Enter the text and press the key.
Page 112: Calendar
Text" on page 44 for more information.) Note: The current mode of text entry is indicated in the lower left corner of the display. To set the Start Date, use the keypad to enter the start date for the event.
Page 113: Memo Pad
In standby mode, press the MENU key ( for Memo Pad. If you have any stored memos, they appear as a list in the display. If this is your first time in Memo Pad, press the Add (left) soft key ( memo.
Page 114: Alarm Clock
Once set, an alarm clock is easy to change or turn off completely. Note: The alarm doesn’t function when the phone is turned off. If the time for an alarm that was set for Once has elapsed while the phone is off, the alarm occurs at the specified time on the next day.
Page 115: Alarm Clock
Press to silence the alarm. • If the alarm was set as a Daily alarm, the alarm icon remains in the top of the • display. If the alarm was set as a Once only alarm, the alarm icon disappears from the top •...
Page 116: World Time
Dallas Mexico City Do one of the following: • Press the key to set the selected time zone as the default time zone for your phone. • Press the Enable Daylight Savings Time (DST) While viewing the World Time map, press the Options (right) soft key ).
Page 117: Stop Watch
• Press the Operator (right) soft key ( [( )] to your equation or to enter an Power exponent (^), such as, 3^2, which is the equivalent of 3 • Press the Clear (left) soft key ( Use the navigation keys (as shown in the Calculator screen) to set the type of calculation that you wish to perform.
Page 118: Currency - Reviewing/Editing Exchange Rates
Use the navigation keys to highlight the conversion feature you wish to use, then press the Use the navigation keys to select the units to be converted From and To. Enter the quantity you want converted in the From field. The converted quantity appears in the To field.
Page 119: Currency - Adding Exchange Rates
Currency — Adding Exchange Rates You can use the Currency Converter to convert from and to obscure currencies by adding exchange rates for these currencies. To add a currency and its exchange rate to the Currency Converter, do the following:...
Page 120: Tip Calculator
• Individual payment (for groups) • Calculations are based on the total amount of the check, a selected percentage, and the number of people paying. In standby mode, press the MENU key ( for Tip Calculator. The Tip Calculator screen appears in the Bill wxyz field is highlighted.
Page 121: Section 13: Settings
Section 13: Settings Topics Covered • Location Setting • Display Settings • Sound Settings • Call Settings • Phone Settings • Memory Info • Phone Info This section explains how to configure your phone’s language, network preferences, security options, and other settings.
Page 122: Location Setting
• Theme — Choose the color set used to show menus and screens on your phone’s display. • Dialing Font — Lets you select the style and size of the font used to display digits you dial. • Banner — Lets you change or replace the text greeting that appears in the display when your phone is in standby mode.
Page 123: Menu Style
Clock Format Lets you choose whether the time and date appear in the Main and Front displays on your phone in optional digital or analog (clock face) style or in the default digital style.
Page 124: Dialing Font
Note: To view the picture (non-pre loaded picture) on the external LCD the clock format must be set to Off. If the picture you took was set to the external LCD image in a digital/analog format, only the clock displays.
Page 125 Backlight You can set the backlight for your display or keypad to remain on for a specified period of time or remain on as long as the folder is open. Note: Prolonged backlight use drains your battery faster.
Page 126: Sound Settings
(for Sound Settings), and options appear in the display: • Voice Calls — Lets you set your phone to be silent, play a sound, and/or vibrate in response to incoming calls. • Messages — Lets you set your phone to be silent, play a sound, and/or vibrate in response to incoming messages.
Page 127: Ringer Type
• Alarms — Lets you set your phone to be silent, play a sound, and/or vibrate in response to a preset alarm time being reached. Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight the desired option, then press the key.
Page 128: Key Tone
• Minute Beep — Sound an alert ten seconds before each elapsed minute of a call. • Roaming — Sound an alert when you leave your home service area while on a call. • Call Connect — Sound an alert when you connect/disconnect a call.
Page 129: Call Settings
(for Sound Settings), and Use the navigation keys to highlight On or Off Call Settings The Call Settings sub-menu lets you set call options such as Auto Retry, Data rates for data calls, and more. Restriction Restriction allows you to restrict outgoing calls, incoming calls, and all access to your Contacts.
Page 130: Auto Answer
Your phone is fully Teletypewriter (TTY)/Telecommunication Device for the Deaf (TDD) compatible. You connect TTY/TDD equipment to the headset connector on the top of your phone, behind the folder hinge. Note: TTY Mode must be enabled (TTY Full selected) before you can use your phone with TTY/TDD equipment. Call Settings key.
Page 131: Call Settings
Voice Privacy lets you choose what level of voice security (Standard or Enhanced) your phone will use. Tip: You can change your Voice Privacy setting during a call by using the In-Use Menu options. (See "In- Use Menu" on page 29 for more information.)
Page 132: Phone Settings
• On — Disables the radio transmitter and receiver in your phone. Tip: If you need to make an emergency call with Airplane mode enabled, just dial the emergency number and press • Off — Enables the radio transmitter and receiver in your phone.
Page 133: Shortcut Key
• Stop Watch Use the navigation keys to highlight the desired function, then press the key. You can now press the Up navigation key in standby mode to launch the selected function. Language The Language option changes the language of menus, sub-menus, and other user- interface features.
Page 134: Phone Settings
Important! If you change the NAM1 setting after setting the phone to lock upon power-up and did not program a number into NAM2, you won’t be able to access your phone. You must call the Service Center to unlock your phone.
Page 135 Enter the new lock code again. Your changes are stored. 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 136: Reset Phone
Note: The default lock code is the last four digits of your mobile phone number. The “Enter Code” prompt disappears and the Security menu appears in the display. Press for Emergency # Press emergency numbers. Enter the emergency number (up to 32 digits in length).
Page 137: Nam Selection
The Phone Settings menu appears in the display. Set Time Use the Set Time option to set the current date and time. Note: In digital service mode, the Main Clock feature is disabled. The network adjusts time and date automatically. ), then press...
Page 138: Quick Search
The Set Time screen appears in the display. Enter the current time using your keypad: • The hour and minute must be entered using two digits each. You must enter the hour in 12-hour format. • Use the Left and Right navigation keys to select am or pm.
Page 139: Pc Connection
Press the key to access the content of the menu item. PC Connection PC Connection allows you to select how you want your phone to connect to your PC. In standby mode, press the MENU key ( Settings), (for Phone Settings), and following options appear in the display: •...
Page 140: Phone Info
Phone Number This option causes the Phone Number screen to appear in the display and show the ten-digit number assigned to your phone by your Wireless Carrier. In idle mode, press the MENU key (...
Page 141 Version You can view the PRL (Preferred Roaming List), software version, and hardware version on your phone. This feature is helpful if you need to contact Customer Service. In standby mode, press the MENU key ( Settings), (for Phone Info), and pqrs Hardware and software information for your phone appears in the display.
Page 142: Section 14: Health And Safety Information
• Availability of Various Features/Ring Tones • Battery Standby and Talk Time • Battery Precautions • Care and Maintenance This section outlines the safety precautions associated with using your phone. These safety precautions should be followed to safely use your phone. Health and Safety Information...
Page 143: Health And Safety Information
This is because the phone is designed to operate at multiple power levels so as to use only the power required to reach the network. In general, the closer you are to a wireless base station antenna, the lower the power output.
Page 144: Ul Certified Travel Adapter
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 145: Health And Safety Information
FDA and other federal health and safety agencies. When the phone is located at greater distances from the user, the exposure to RF is drastically lower because a person's RF exposure decreases rapidly with increasing distance from the source.
Page 146: What Are The Results Of The Research Done Already
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...
Page 147: What Research Is Needed To Decide Whether Rf Exposure From Wireless Phones Poses A Health Risk
RF exposure during day-to-day use of wireless phones. Many factors affect this measurement, such as the angle at which the phone is held, or which model of phone is used. What is FDA doing to find out more about the possible health effects of wireless phone RF? FDA is working with the U.S.
Page 148: 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 you are concerned about avoiding even potential risks, you can take a few simple steps to minimize your exposure to radio frequency energy (RF).
Page 149: Do Hands-Free Kits For Wireless Phones Reduce Risks From Exposure To Rf Emissions
RF energy in the head because the phone, which is the source of the 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.
Page 150: Road Safety
This standard was approved by the IEEE in 2000.
Page 151 Dial sensibly and assess the traffic; if possible, place calls when you are not moving or before pulling into traffic. 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 152: 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 153: Hearing Aid Compatibility With Mobile Phones
If your hearing device happens to be vulnerable to interference, you may not be able to use a rated phone successfully. Trying out the phone with your hearing device is the best way to evaluate it for your personal needs.
Page 154: Potentially Explosive Environments
Therefore, you should never rely solely on any wireless phone for essential communications (medical emergencies, for example). Remember, to make or receive any calls the phone must be switched on and in a service area with adequate signal strength. Emergency calls may not be possible on all wireless phone networks or when certain network services and/or phone features are in use.
Page 155: Restricting Children's Access To Your Phone
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 156: 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 service availability or you can check it yourself by pressing any key.
Page 157: Availability Of Various Features/Ring Tones
• Use the battery only for its intended purpose. • If you use the phone near the network's base station, it uses less power; talk and • standby time are greatly affected by the signal strength on the cellular network and the parameters set by the network operator.
Page 158 • require cooling or warming first. 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 159: 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 160: Section 15: Warranty Information
Section 15: Warranty Information Topics Covered • Standard Limited Warranty Warranty Information...
Page 161: Standard Limited Warranty
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 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 162 (90) days. All other repaired/replaced 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.
Page 163: Standard Limited Warranty
UNENFORCEABILITY SHALL NOT AFFECT THE ENFORCEABILITY FOR 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 164 SAMSUNG are not authorized to make modifications to this 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...
Page 165: Index
Index Numerics 2-sec pause Adding a new Contacts entry Dial Method Adjust key tone ringer setting Alarm clock set the alarm turn off the alarm when an alarm sounds Alerts Apps buying disabled expired removing restoring Auto Answer Auto Retry...
Page 166 Editing and Entering Change lock Clear key Contacts add pauses Adding a new Contacts entry edit name and numbers opening Save a number after a call Contacts List Memory Contrast Create messages Data Counter Data Settings Data, view counters Delay pictures...
Page 167 Message folder draft box inbox outbox voice voice mail Message Folders Erase messages Message settings, general Messages and lock mode Messages, creating Messages, receive in call Messaging Types of Messages Missed calls menu Mobile Shop On-line Help Settings Shopping and...
Page 168 Restoring apps Restriction Return to last menu Review calls Reviewing outbox Right soft key Ringer Type Safe Use of your phone Save a number after a call Security sub menu Self timer Send key Setting Call Answer Contrast Settings Auto Answer...
Page 169 Standard Limited Warranty Standby mode Store emergency #s Store numbers after a call Take pictures with flip open Taking pictures Talk mode Text entry modes Text message settings Text messages, receiving Text Modes changing Theme Three-way calling Timer, calls Timer, camera...

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Samsung SCH-a870 Series User Manual

Section 1: Getting Started

Section 2: Understanding Your Phone

Section 3: Call Functions

Menu Navigation

Section 5: Entering Text

Section 6: Understanding Your Contacts

Section 7: Mobile Shop

Section 8: Messaging

Section 9: Mobile Web

Multimedia

Section 11: Voice SVC

Tools

Section 13: Settings

Section 14: Health and Safety Information

Section 15: Warranty Information

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