Lock Mode; Standby Mode - Samsung SCH-a870 Series User Manual

Tip: You can also cycle between T9 Word, Abc, and 123 by repeatedly pressing and holding the
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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. Lock Mode also restricts access to menus and
the volume key. Unlock your phone by entering the lock code when prompted. (See
"Change Lock" on page 136 for more information.)

Standby Mode

Standby mode is the state of the phone once it has found service and is idle. The
phone goes into standby mode:
After you power the phone on.
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When you press
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In standby mode, you will see the time, day, and date as well as all phone status
icons.
While in standby mode, enter a phone number, and press
1.
call.
Press
2.
Receive Messages in Standby Mode
You can receive messages in standby mode. An alert tone sounds and a notification
message appears in the display when a new message arrives. The following call
message options appear:
• View Now — This selection allows you to view the messages now.
• View Later — This selection allows you to view the messages at a later date.
Highlight the desired viewing option and then press OK.
1.
Talk Mode
You can place and receive calls only when your phone is on. While in a call your
phone is in talk mode. Press the Options (right) soft key (
menu options. See "In-Use Menu" on page 29 for more information.
Enter/Exit Silent Mode
Silence the tones your keypad makes when you press a key.
In standby mode, press and hold
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the display and your phone returns to standby mode.
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after a call or from within a menu.
to return to standby mode.
. Entering Silent Mode briefly appears in
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key
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to place a
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