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
You may not infringe or otherwise violate the rights secured by the Intellectual Property. Moreover, you agree that you will not (and will not attempt to) modify, prepare derivative works of, reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or otherwise attempt to create source code from the software. No title to or ownership in the Intellectual Property is transferred to you.
Page 3 Licensed by Qualcomm Incorporated under one or more of the following patents: U.S. Patent No. 4, 901, 307; 5, 056, 109; 5, 099, 204; 5, 101, 501; 5, 103, 459; 5, 107, 225; 5, 109, 390. Printed in Korea GH68-08345A VibeTonz®...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Section 1: Getting Started ... 9 Turning Your Phone On and Off ... 10 Setting Up Voicemail ... 10 Understanding this User Manual ... 11 Section 2: Understanding Your Phone ... 13 Features of Your Phone ... 14 Front View of Your Phone ...
Page 6 Message Folders ...86 Changing Message Settings ...92 Voicemail ...93 E-Mail ...94 Mobile IM ...94 Chat ...95 Section 8: Changing Your Settings ... 97 My Account ...98 Tools ...98 Sound Settings ...99 Display Settings ...102 Phone Settings ...108 Call Settings ...117 Bluetooth Settings ...121...
Page 7 Navigate the Web ... 151 Mobile Web Soft Keys ... 151 Links ... 153 Place a Call While Using Mobile Web ... 153 Section 12: Health and Safety Information ... 155 Health and Safety Information ... 156 Consumer Information on Wireless Phones ... 158 Road Safety ...
Page 8 FCC Notice and Cautions ...176 Other Important Safety Information ...176 Product Performance ...177 Availability of Various Features/Ring Tones ...179 Battery Standby and Talk Time ...179 Battery Precautions ...179 Care and Maintenance ...181 Section 13: Warranty Information ... 183 Standard Limited Warranty ...184...
Page 9: Section 1: Getting Started
• Turning Your Phone On and Off • Setting Up Voicemail • Understanding this User Manual This section allows you to start using your phone by activating your service, setting up your voicemail, contacting customer support, or getting an understanding of how this manual is put together.
Page 10: Turning Your Phone On And Off
1. Open the flip, then press Note: As with any other radio-transmitting device, do not touch the internal antenna as it affects call quality and may cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than is necessary. The internal antenna is located along the top on the back side of your phone.
Page 11: Understanding This User Manual
Voicemail Setup 1. In standby mode, press and hold the 2. Follow the prompts in the new user tutorial to setup your mailbox. Listen to Voicemail 1. In standby mode, press and hold the 2. You are then prompted to enter your password followed key.
Page 12 • Tips : Provide quick or innovative methods for performing functions related to the subject at hand. • Important : Points out important information about the current feature that could affect performance, or even damage your phone.
Page 13: Section 2: Understanding Your Phone
• Understanding the Display Screen • Battery • Phone Memory This section outlines some key features of your phone. It also displays the screen and the icons that are displayed when the phone is in use. Section 2: Understanding Your Phone...
Page 14: Features Of Your Phone
• Bluetooth ® Wireless Technology ** ** The SCH-a870 supports the wireless headset and handsfree profile, for Bluetooth® wireless technology. The SCH-a870 does not support Bluetooth OBEX profiles. Go to www.verizonwireless.com/bluetoothchart to check vehicle/accessory compatibility. (30MB of Actual User Memory)
Page 15: Front View Of Your Phone
Front View of Your Phone The following illustrations show the main elements of your phone: Open View 1. Earpiece 2. Display Screen 3. Navigation Keys 4. Left Soft Key 5. Send Key 6. Clear Key 7. Voicemail Key 8. Special Function Keys 9.
Page 16 4. Left Soft Key: This key is used to navigate through menus and applications by selecting the choice available in the Left Soft key Option. 5. Send Key: Allows you to place or receive a call. In standby mode, press the key once to access the recent call log.
Page 17 12. Alpha-numeric Keys: Use these keys to enter numbers, letters, and characters. 13. 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 18 (with the flip open) or adjust the voice volume during a call. To mute the ringer during an incoming call, press the volume key up or down. When the flip is closed, press and hold the key, and sub LCD displays. 7. Camera Lens 6.
Page 19: Command Keys
When the left soft key function is Settings, press the left) soft key to view settings for the feature. • When the left soft key function is Edit, press the Edit (left) soft to edit a Contact or Profile setting. Section 2: Understanding Your Phone Command Keys...
Page 20 • In standby mode, press the Contacts (right) soft key open your Contacts list. • When the right soft key function is Options, press the Options (right) soft key Clear Key The CLR key is used to erase or clear numbers, text, or symbols from the display.
Page 21: Understanding The Display Screen
Use the Speakerphone key ( earpiece to the speakerphone before or during a call. Use the volume keys (located on the right side of your phone) adjust the volume. Press the speakerphone key to enable and disable the speakerphone option.
Page 22: Display Icons
Your phone is outside your home area. While roaming, another wireless provider may be handling your call. The service rate for the call may be higher than those made from within your home area. Please refer to Verizon Wireless for roaming rates.
Page 23 Your phone cannot find a signal because you’re outside a service area. You cannot make or receive calls. Wait for a signal or move to an open area to find a signal. This indicator always appears when you first turn on your phone and disappears once service is located.
Page 24 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. •...
Page 25: Battery
Note: This phone comes packaged with a partially charged rechargeable standard Li-Ion battery and travel charger. Important: Although the phone can be used while the battery is charging, the battery must be fully charged before first use, otherwise you could damage the battery.
Page 26 Samsung approved battery. To continue use of your Samsung handset press Note: When using a non-supported battery, the handset can only be used for the duration of the battery life. Important: Using a non-supported battery may cause damage to your phone.
Page 27 2. Insert the top end of the battery in the direction of the arrow printed on the battery into the phone housing. The gold contacts on the top of the battery should match up with those on the phone. 3. Push the bottom end of the battery down until it snaps into place.
Page 28: Phone Memory
2. Insert the smaller end of the travel charger into the charger/ accessory connector at the bottom end of the phone. Note: You can use your phone while charging, however, the battery charges faster if the phone is turned off. Battery Indicator The battery indicator display indicates battery power level.
Page 29 The following file types can be saved to the phone memory: Note: 30MB of memory is available for storing the file types listed below and downloaded applications. • My PIX: Pictures you have saved from a PIX message, downloaded via the “Get It Now” application, or taken using your phone.
Page 31: Section 3: Call Functions
• Answering a Call • Recent Calls • Roaming • TTY • VoiceSignal™ This section allows you to make or answer a call. It also includes the features and functionality associated with making or answering a call. Section 3: Call Functions...
Page 32: Making A Call
Making a Call 1. At the standby screen, enter the number you want to call using the keypad. 2. Press Making Calls Using Contacts Contacts are entries that you create to store names, numbers, and other information for people or groups of interest.
Page 33: Answering A Call
Recent Calls When you place, miss, or receive a call, a record of the call is saved in Recent Calls, which is a listing of the different types of calls you can either receive or make. These types of calls are listed below.
Page 34 “type” call: • dialed, or received. Name: • If the caller is in your Contacts list, their name is listed here. This option only appears if the caller is in your Contacts list. Number: • Displays the telephone number as well as the appropriate icon to indicate mobile, work, or home number.
Page 35 6. Press the down navigation key to highlight an option. Press to enter the highlighted option’s sub-menu. Call History Icons When you view Recent Calls, an icon to the left of the number indicates the type of call. Indicates a Missed call Indicates a Dialed call...
Page 36 4. Use the up or down navigation keys to highlight one of the following options: • Mobile 1 • Mobile 2 • Home • Work • Fax 5. Press to add a new contact, and then enter information. 6. Use the navigation keys to enter additional information...
Page 37: Roaming
3. Press the down navigation key to highlight Erase All and press . Select Yes or No at the ERASE ALL ENTRIES? pop-up screen. 4. Press Roaming What is Roaming? Your phone can roam on other digital networks. Roaming occurs when you travel outside a pre-designated coverage area.
Page 38: Tty
TTY MODE screen. Use the up or down navigaton key to highlight No and press to return to Call Settings menu. 5. Use the up or down navigation keys to select one of the following: • TTY Full • TTY + Talk...
Page 39: Voicesignal
VoiceSignal® VoiceSignal is advanced speech recognition software that can be used to activate a wide-variety of functions on your phone. VoiceSignal software automatically voice activates all contacts for voice dialing and searching, no pre-recording or training needed. Speak phone numbers naturally to dial, and use voice commands to launch applications and navigate phone menus.
Page 40: Voice Settings
2. Press Tools, then Voice Settings. 3. Use the navigation keys to select the setting you want to change. The following options are available: • Choice Lists: If VoiceSignal is not absolutely confident that it has correctly identified a name or number, it can display a choice list of up to three possibilities, and prompt you to confirm the correct one.
Page 41 Adaptation takes about 180 seconds. Reset Digits: • resets digit recognition to the factory default. If you have not adapted digits, this option is grayed out. • Sound: You can customize the VoiceSignal user interface by turning playback on or off for prompts, names, and numbers.
Page 42 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. Adaptation involves recording several digit sequences to adapt the system to the unique properties of your voice.
Page 43 7. Your phone displays the first digit sequence and “Please say” plays through the speaker followed by the four digits appearing in the display. Wait for the beep and repeat the digits using your normal tone of voice. 8. After a moment, the phone plays back the recording and prompts “Did the recording sound ok?”...
Page 44: Contacts List
Note: If you have not performed the Adapt Digits function, the Reset Digits option will not be accessible. 5. Press to proceed. Digit Adaptation Reset is completed. VoiceSignal Commands The following is a list of functions that you can perform using VoiceSignal speech recognition on your phone.
Page 45 3. Say “Call” at a distance of 3-12 inches from the phone in a natural voice. 4. “Say the Name or Number” plays through the earpiece or speakerphone--if it is enabled. 5. To use Name Dialing, say the name of the contact that you want to dial.
Page 46 6. The number that you said is repeated through the earpiece and your phone dials the number. 7. If VoiceSignal is not sure of the number that you said, a list of possible matches appears in the display. 8. You’re asked to confirm the correct number as VoiceSignal displays the results.
Page 47 Internet Explorer. However, you can open any application on your phone using VoiceSignal. 1. In standby mode, press and hold the 2. A list of commands appears in the display and the audio prompt “Say a command” plays through the earpiece or speakerphone--if it is enabled.
Page 49: Section 4: Menu Navigation
Section 4: Menu Navigation Topics Covered • Menu Navigation • Menu Outline This section explains the menu navigation for your phone. It also includes an outline of all the available menus associated with your phone. Section 4: Menu Navigation...
Page 50: Menu Navigation
Use "Navigation Key Shortcuts" on page 51, for looking up the menu shortcut number. 1. In standby mode, press menu is launched. 2. Press the number of the menu, sub-menu, and so on to arrive at the desired feature. 3. Press MENU, then press MENU, then MENU.
Page 51 Mobile Web Get PIX Get It Now Shortcut* *The Shortcut menu is set to Calendar by default, but it can be customized to select other functions instead. In standby mode, press MENU, use the right navigation key to highlight SETTINGS &...
Page 52: Menu Outline
1. While in a call, press the right soft key following menu items appear in the display. Message • : Open the Messages menu. Contacts • : Open the contacts to view. Recent Calls • outgoing calls. Send DTMF •...
Page 53 2: My PIX 3: PIX Place 4: Take PIX 3: Get Fun & Games 1: Get New App. 4: Get News & Info 5: Get Going 1: Get New App. 6: Get Extras 1: Get New App. MESSAGING 1: New Msg...
Page 54 RECENT CALLS 1: Missed 2: Received 3: Dialed 4: All 5: View Timers SETTINGS & TOOLS 1: My Account 2: Tools 1: Voice Commands 1: Voice Dial 2: Menu Readout 3: Voice Settings 2: Calculator 1: Normal 2: Tip 3: Converter...
Page 55 2: Minute Beep 3: Call Connect 7: Power On/Off 1: Power On 2: Power Off 8: VibeTonz 4: Display Settings 1: Banner 1: Personal 2: ERI Banner 2: Backlight 1: Display 1: Duration 2: Brightness Section 4: Menu Navigation Menu Outline...
Page 56 2: Style 3: Hyphenation 5: Phone Settings 1: Standalone Mode 2: Shortcut Key 3: Language 4: Location 5: Security 6: System Select 7: NAM Selection 8: Quick Search 9: PC Connection 0: Time & Date 6: Call Settings 1: Answer Options...
Page 57 2: Auto Retry 3: TTY Mode 4: One Touch Dial 5: Voice Privacy 6: Call Restrictions 1: Outgoing 2: Incoming 3: Contacts 7: Data Settings 8: DTMF Tones 9: Ringer ID 0: Picture ID 7: Bluetooth 1: Add New Device...
Page 59: Section 5: Entering Text
• Entering Upper and Lower Case • Entering Symbols • Entering Numbers This section outlines how to select the desired text input mode when entering characters into your phone. This section also describes how to use the Word predictive text entry system to reduce the amount of key strokes associated with entering text.
Page 60: Changing The Text Entry Mode
Changing the Text Entry Mode 1. While composing a message in the Text area, press the right soft key options: • Add: Allows you to add more information or multimedia items to your message. Graphics : Lists preloaded and downloaded graphics to add •...
Page 61: Using Word Mode
It’s much faster than the traditional method of text entry (Abc) and requires only one key press per letter of the word that you’re spelling. 1. In standby mode, press the left soft key then press new text message.
Page 62: Entering Upper And Lower Case
Word recognizes that the most frequently used word for the sequence that you just entered is “Hello.” If more than one word shares the same sequence, Word provides the most common of the one. Press in the dictionary, if available.
Page 63: Entering Symbols
6. Enter the key that corresponds with the symbol that you wish to enter. For example, press point (!) on the first page of symbols. 7. Repeat steps 3 through 6 to insert as many symbols into your message as desired. New Msg,...
Page 64: Entering Numbers
Entering Numbers Enter numbers into a text message while in number mode (123). See "Changing the Text Entry Mode" on page 60 for instructions on changing text entry modes. 1. In standby mode, press the left soft key then press new text message.
Page 65: Section 6: Understanding Your Contacts
• Storing Numbers After a Call • Speed Dialing • Finding My Phone Number This section allows you to manage your daily contacts by storing their name and number in your Contacts menu. Contact entries can be sorted by name, entry, or group.
Page 66: Opening Contacts Menu
• New Contact • Contact List: Groups • : Add new or rename one of your five default groups. Speed Dials • 2. Use the navigation key to highlight the sub-menu of your choice, then press Contacts Icons You can assign multiple entries to a contact.
Page 67: Adding A Contact
Email icon. Enter a secondary e-mail address for the contact. Adding a Contact When you add information to your Contacts, you can add it as a new entry or as an existing entry. Method 1 1. In standby mode, press menu opens.
Page 68 Note: You can assign a speed dial location to each number associated with Home, Work, Mobile1, Mobile 2, and Fax. the contact ( 6. When you’re finished entering information for the entry, press SAVE to save the entry to your Contacts.
Page 69 6. Enter a name for the entry using the keypad. Press the left soft key method of text entry, such as Word, Abc, ABC, 123, or Symbols. 7. To assign a Speed Dial location, use the up/down navigation key to highlight the number you would like to assign to a Speed Dial location and press the right soft Options.
Page 70: Adding Pauses
Note: Entering multiple two-second pauses extends the length of a pause. For example, two consecutive two-second pauses cause a total pause time of four seconds. Keep in mind pauses count as digits toward the 32-digit maximum length for a phone number in Contacts.
Page 71: Contact Groups
“Groups.” Groups allow you to search your Contacts faster, quickly send messages to one or more group members, and more. Note: By default, new entries to your Contacts are placed into No Group unless another group is specified. View Groups 1.
Page 72 Colleague • Family • Friends • 4. Use the navigation key to highlight the group you want to associate to the contact, then press 5. Press SAVE designated group. Create a New Group In addition to the five predefined groups already in your phone, you can create additional groups (a maximum of 30).
Page 73 4. Press the left soft key contacts. Note: You can mark up to 10 members of a group for message distribution. If you try and mark an 11th member, you’ll be notified that “MAXIMUM RECIPIENTS IS 10”.
Page 74 1. In standby mode, press Groups. Your existing groups appear in the display. 2. Highlight the desired group name and press the right soft Options. Highlight Send PIX Msg and press 3. Use the down navigation key to highlight the contacts in the group to which you want to send a message.
Page 75: Finding A Contacts Entry
1. In standby mode, press the right soft key The Contact List displays. 2. In the Search field, enter the first and second letters of the name you wish to search until it is highlighted. Editing an Existing Contact Entry 1.
Page 76: Deleting A Contact Entry
Once you’ve finished a call, you can store the number of the caller to your Contact List. Note: If the call was incoming and Caller ID information was unavailable, then the store option is also unavailable. 1. After you press length of call and phone number appears in the display.
Page 77: Speed Dialing
Note: Memory location 001 is reserved for voicemail. 1-touch dialing Call phone numbers assigned to memory locations 002 - 009 by pressing and holding the any of the 2 - 9 keys. For example, to speed dial the number assigned to location 2, press and hold until the name and number appear in the display and the number is dialed.
Page 78: Finding My Phone Number
1. In standby mode, press Speed Dials. The Speed Dials screen displays with the first available number highlighted. 2. Use the navigation keys to highlight the number you wish to assign or enter the speed dial location using the keypad, press 3.
Page 79: Section 7: Messaging
• Message Folders • Changing Message Settings • Voicemail • E-Mail • Mobile IM • Chat This section allows you to send or receive different types of messages. It also includes the features and functionality associated with messaging. Section 7: Messaging...
Page 80: Types Of Messages
Your phone is capable of sending email, text, PIX, and voicemail messages. Send email, text, PIX messages by simply entering the email address or the phone number of the recipient in the To: <...> or Send To field when creating a new message. Retrieving New Messages...
Page 81: Creating And Sending Txt Messages
Note: When viewing a TXT message, you can view the previous TXT message by pressing the left navigation key and view the next TXT message by pressing the right navigation key. Creating and Sending TXT Messages You can send text messages to another mobile phone or to an email address.
Page 82 • : Lists preloaded and downloaded sounds. Quick Text • : Choose from up to 12 pre-loaded messages. You can add 10 additional messages by pressing the right soft Erase • Edit Text Format alignment, style, color, and background color.
Page 83: Creating And Sending Pix Messages
Creating and Sending PIX Messages Note: Only available within Verizon Wireless Enhanced Services Area. You can add sounds and attach a picture to your PIX Msg. This is also known as Multimedia Messaging (MMS). 1. In standby mode, press navigation key to highlight New Msg.
Page 84: Receiving Pix Messages
When you receive a new PIX Msg, NEW PIX MSG appears in the display along with the options View Now, View Later or Reject. Note: For the option Reject to appear in the display when you receive a PIX Msg, Auto Receive mode must be set to menu.
Page 85 Message. Reject a PIX Msg Note: For the option Reject to appear in the display when you receive a PIX Msg, Auto Receive mode must be set to menu. This feature is currently unavailable outside of the United States.
Page 86: New Sketch Messages
Text and PIX messages. Note: To quickly view all messages in the Inbox, Sent, or Drafts folders, open one message and then press the right navigation key to view the next message or press the left navigation key to view the previous message.
Page 87 • : Locks the message to prevent deletion. Add To Contacts • Contacts as a new entry or add to an existing entry. Message Info • : Provides the following information: From and Callback Number, Priority, Msg Type, and Size of PIX, Sound or Graphic attached to the message.
Page 88 Note: When Auto Erase is turned on, the oldest read TXT message is replaced by an incoming TXT message when 70 TXT messages are stored in the Inbox, and the oldest read PIX message is replaced by an incoming PIX message when 100 PIX messages are stored in the Inbox. See "Changing Message Settings"...
Page 89 No to return to the Sent menu. Drafts Draft messages are those that have been composed but never sent. You can return to the Drafts folder at any time to view, edit, or send a draft message. Create a Draft Text Message 1.
Page 90 5. Scroll down with the navigation key until Save As Draft is highlighted, then press appears in the display and your message is saved to the Drafts folder. View and Edit Draft Messages 1. In standby mode, press the left soft key...
Page 91 • Add to Contacts: Save the recipients number to your Contacts as a new entry or add to an existing entry. 5. Use the navigation key to highlight the desired option. Press to perform the function for the highlighted option.
Page 92: Changing Message Settings
Inbox. For example, read TXT message is replaced by an incoming TXT message when 70 TXT messages are stored in the Inbox, and the oldest read PIX message is replaced by an incoming PIX message when 100 PIX messages are stored in the Inbox.
Page 93: Voicemail
New voicemail alerts are sent via an SMS text message. These messages indicate how many new and urgent voicemails are in your box. Open the text message to view the number of new and urgent voice messages in your voicemailbox. If a caller leaves a callback number, this number will also be sent via an SMS text message.
Page 94: E-Mail
1. In standby mode, press navigation key to highlight E-Mail. Or press the left soft key press E-Mail. 2. Using the up and down navigation keys, select one of the following E-Mail providers and press • MSN Hotmail • AOL Mail • Yahoo! Mail •...
Page 95: Chat
Messenger Service ® • Yahoo! Messenger Note: You must first create the Instant Message account before accessing it on your phone. Using Mobile IM 1. In standby mode, press navigation key to highlight Mobile IM. Or press the left soft key and press Mobile IM.
Page 96 2. Mobile Web is launched. Using the up and down navigation keys, select one of the following chat rooms and press • UPOC CHAT • LAVALIFE • FRIENDZ • LIFESTYLE • POWER CHAT • FIND MORE 3. Use the on-screen application specific functions and...
Page 97: Section 8: Changing Your Settings
• Call Settings • Bluetooth • Memory • Phone Info This section explains the sound and phone settings for your phone. It includes display settings, security settings, Bluetooth settings, call settings, and other settings associated with your phone. Section 8: Changing Your Settings...
Page 98: My Account
My Account The My Account menu connects to the Verizon Wireless Mobile Web. You can setup Favorites or choose from the available applications. 1. In standby mode, press navigation key to highlight Press My Account. The menus are listed in the display.
Page 99: Sound Settings
Press Sound Settings. The Sound Settings menus are listed in the display. 2. Press Master Volume. 3. Use the Up and Down navigation keys to adjust the volume. Press the left soft key volume. 4. Press SET to save. Call Sounds Ringer Settings 1.
Page 100: Alert Sounds
Note: Call Vibrate does not turn on VibeTonz. See "VibeTonz®" on page 102 for information on how to turn on VibeTonz. 4. Press to save the setting. The phone returns to the Call Sound menu. Alert Sounds 1. In standby mode, press...
Page 101: Service Alerts
Press Sound Settings. The Sound Settings menus are listed in the display. 2. Press Earpiece Volume. 3. Use the Up and Down navigation keys to adjust the keypad volume. 4. Press SET to save. Service Alerts 1. In standby mode, press...
Page 102: Display Settings
VibeTonz Note: The SCH-a870 comes with pre-loaded VibeTonz® ringtones. You may experience some resonance when closing the flip of the SCH-a870 as a result of this feature. Note: VibeTonz-enhanced ringtones display the 1.
Page 103 • Power On/Off: Choose the media that appears in the display when you turn the phone on and off. • Dialing Font: Choose a dialing font style. You can also turn hyphenation On or Off. 2. Use the navigation key to highlight the display menu that you wish to edit, then press 3.
Page 104 3. Select On or Off and press Backlight Set the backlight for the display or keypad to remain on for a specified period of time or to remain on as long as the flip is open. Note: Prolonged backlight use drains your battery faster.
Page 105 Press Display Settings. The Display Settings menus are listed in the display. Press 2. Use the left/right navigation key to set Contrast level for the front LCD and press Wallpaper 1. In standby mode, press navigation key to highlight Press Display Settings.
Page 106: Display Themes
4. Use the navigation key to highlight your selection, then press to select the wallpaper that will appear in the Main LCD or Front LCD display while your phone is in standby mode. Display Themes Choose from 4 preset colors used for menu display.
Page 107: Dialing Font
Digital: • Time appears in digital format, for example, 12:54pm. Analog • : Time appears in clock format. Digital format is still present in the display. • : No time is displayed. • Front Clock Digital: • Time appears in digital format, for example, 12:54pm.
Page 108: Phone Settings
• Size: numbers appear in selected font size when dialing a number. Choose Normal or Large font. • Style: numbers appear in selected font style and color when dialing a number. Choose from Normal, Quill Pen, Sticky, Color Dial. • Hyphenation: regardless of 'Hyphenation On-Off', Hyphen is always functioned.
Page 109: Shortcut Key
The Location (GPS) setting identifies your location to the network. You can fully enable this setting or set GPS to work only in the case that you dial 911 from your phone. 1. In standby mode, press navigation key to highlight Press Phone Settings.
Page 110 Off, uses separate passwords for both device and location. • Lock Mode: Allows you to lock the Device or Location. • Edit Code: Allows you to change the Lock Code for the Device or Location. • Reset Phone: All settings (except Contacts) are reset to factory default settings.
Page 111 2. Press Security. You’re prompted to enter the lock code. The default lock code is the last four digits of your telephone number. 3. Enter the Lock Code. Several security menus appear in the display.
Page 112 2. Press Security. You’re prompted to enter the lock code. The default lock code is the last four digits of your telephone number. 3. Enter the Lock Code. Several security menus appear in the display.
Page 113 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 114: System Select
Note: Emergency number 911 is hard-coded into your phone. You can dial this number any time, even when the phone is locked or restricted. If you call 911 an audible tone is heard and an emergency prompt appears in the display for the duration of the call.
Page 115: Quick Search
Quick Search Quick Search is an easy way to locate contacts in your Address Book and Menu items. Quick Search default setting is Off. To turn On perform the following. 1. In standby mode, press navigation key to highlight Press Phone Settings.
Page 116: Pc Connection
• Bluetooth: allow you to connect via Bluetooth. • No Connection: allows you to disable PC Connection. Time & Date Time & Date allows you to set the time displayed in both the front and main LCD. MENU, use the right...
Page 117: Call Settings
Note: If you have roamed onto an Analog network in a different time zone. This setting does not apply when you are operating on a CDMA/1X digital network 1. In standby mode, press navigation key to highlight Press Phone Settings. The Phone Settings menus are listed in the display.
Page 118 • Any Key: Calls are answered when any key is pressed. • Send Only: Calls are answered when the pressed. • Auto Answer: Calls are answered automatically with a 1, 3 or 5 second delay. 3. Use the navigation key to highlight the method you wish...
Page 119 One Touch Dial You can use this option to enable or disable the speed dialing feature. 1. In standby mode, press navigation key to highlight Press Call Settings. The Call Settings menus are listed in the display. 2. Press One Touch Dial. Select On or Off. Press OK to save.
Page 120: Call Restrictions
Call Restriction allows you to restrict outgoing and incoming calls when set to On. You can also restrict access to your Contacts list. Note: This feature is most helpful when used in combination with Lock Phone setting. 1. In standby mode, press...
Page 121: Bluetooth Settings
• Normal • Long Ringer ID The Ringer ID menu allows you to set the Ringer ID option to On so that you can associate different ringtones with different numbers. See "Get Tunes & Tones" on page 129 for more information.
Page 122 Note: For optimal user experience when using the Bluetooth earpiece, enable the Key/EarMic option in the Voice Commands Voice Dial menu. This will allow you to place calls with a Bluetooth earpiece using the Voice Dial feature in hands-free mode.
Page 123 Bluetooth. The Bluetooth menus are listed in the display. 2. Add New Device is highlighted, press Note: If you have NOT already activated Bluetooth on the phone, the message “TURN BLUETOOTH ON?” displays. Highlight Yes to activate or No to exit and press 3.
Page 124: Memory
• Memory Usage: Allows you to view memory usage of everything stored on your phone. • My PIX: Allows you to view memory usage pictures you saved in My PIX. • My Ringtones: Allows you to view memory usage of ringtones you saved in My Ringtones.
Page 125: Phone Info
• My Sounds: Allows you to view memory usage of sounds you saved in My Sounds. Phone Info The Phone Info menu allows you to view the software and hardware information, your assigned number, and an icon glossary for your phone.
Page 127: Section 9: Multimedia
• Get Fun & Games • Get News & Info • Get Going • Get Extras This section describes how you receive tunes, tones, images, games, news and information. You can also take and send pictures from your phone. Section 9: Multimedia...
Page 128: Get It Now
1. In standby mode, press navigation key to highlight right soft key Note: You can directly access the GET IT NOW menu by pressing the right navigation key while in standby mode. 2. Press App. Memory to display the memory available.
Page 129: Get Tunes & Tones
Get Tunes & Tones This menu allows you to get new tunes and tones, record new sounds, and set tunes and tones as your ringtone. It also allows you to access your music files. Get New Ringtones You can use this option to download new ringtones from the Internet.
Page 130 By providing the VibeTonz technology high fidelity touch sensations, the VibeTonz system allows you to interact with your phone in a way that fits your personal taste and lifestyle. Ringers enhanced by VibeTonz technology include a track of touch sensations synchronized to the music.
Page 131: Get Pix
Get PIX This menu allows you to get new PIX from the internet or take new PIX using your phone’s camera. You can also view the saved pictures. Get New PIX 1. In standby mode, press navigation key to highlight Get PIX.
Page 132 6. Use the navigation key to make your selection and press PIX Place View PIX in your online PIX Place gallery. Note: You must first setup your account on the Verizon Wireless website: www.verizonwireless.com 1. In standby mode, press navigation key to highlight Get PIX.
Page 133 • Shutter Sound • Color Effects Antique, Cool, Warm, Sketch 4. Press the left/right navigation key to zoom in or zoom out on an image. Press the up/down navigation key to adjust brightness. Note: Zoom is not functional when the resolution setting is set to High(640X480).
Page 134: Get Fun & Games
6. To exit the camera, press the Get Fun & Games Select from several fun and interesting applications or a broad category of games that you can play on your phone. 1. In standby mode, press navigation key to highlight Get Fun &...
Page 135: Get Going
When you use Get News & Info, some of the keys operate differently than during a normal phone call. It presents on-screen items in any of the following ways: • Text or numeric input • Links (embedded in content) •...
Page 136: Get Extras
Get Extras Get Extras is a backup assistant for your Address Book. Get Extras saves your address book entries to a databases to protect them in the event that your phone is damaged or stolen.
Page 137: Section 10: Tools
• Alarm Clock • World Clock • Stop Watch • Notepad The topics covered in this section allow you to schedule appointments, view the calendar, set an alarm, view time zones, take notes, and perform simple math calculations. Section 10: Tools...
Page 138: Voice Commands
5. Press the to add a decimal point. 6. Use the navigation keys to set the type of calculation that you wish to perform. Your choices are as follows: • Up key: [+] Addition •...
Page 139 • Tip: enter the tip percentage. • # Paying: enter the amount of people paying. Note: Press the key to enter a decimal. 3. The tip is automatically calculated and shown in the lower half of the screen. 4. Press Cancel to exit.
Page 140: Calendar
1. Scroll to the conversion feature you wish to use and press the key. 2. Use the Left or Right navigation keys to select the From units of money or measure for the quantity you want converted. 3. Enter the quantity you want converted in the From text box.
Page 141 Reminder: Set the reminder to sound before the event takes place. Select Off, Once, Every 2 minutes, or Every 15 minutes. • Alert Time: Set the Alert Time to sound up to 1 day before the event. 5. Press SAVE to save the event.
Page 142 2. A calendar appears in the display with the current date highlighted. 3. Use the navigation keys to highlight the date containing the event that you wish to view. Press the right soft key Options. Tip: Use the volume key to move between months in the calendar.
Page 143: Alarm Clock
10. To see the selected date in a month view, press Monthly. Alarm Clock Your phone has an alarm clock that can be set to go off once, or recur daily at a specific time. Once set, the alarm clock is easy to change or turn off.
Page 144 6. Press the down navigation key once to highlight the am/ pm field. Use the left/right navigation keys to select am or pm. 7. Press the down navigation key once to highlight the Frequency field. Use the left/right navigation keys to set the frequency (occurrence) of the alarm.
Page 145: World Clock
All to reset all of the alarms. Snooze When an alarm sounds, a menu screen displays that allows you to either turn the alarm off or to have the alarm ring again after 5 minutes. This is called Snooze. To use this feature follow these steps: 1.
Page 146: Stop Watch
• chosen in the Cities field. DST On • : Sets the Daylight Savings time option. 4. You can scroll through other cities by pressing the navigation keys. 5. Press to return to standby mode. Stop Watch This feature allows you to use a stopwatch. Press the START to start the stopwatch.
Page 147: Notepad
Tools Notepad. 2. If you have any stored notes, they appear as a list in the display. If this is your first time in Notepad, No Notes displays. 3. To add a new memo, press the left soft key then enter the memo using the keypad.
Page 148 Tools Notepad. The Note Pad menu opens. If you have any stored notes, they appear as a list in the display. 2. With a memo highlighted, press the right soft key Options. A pop-up menu with the options listed in the...
Page 149: Section 11: Mobile Web
• Exit Mobile Web • Navigate the Web • Mobile Web Soft keys • Links • Place a Call While Using Mobile Web This section outlines the available gaming options and accessories for your phone. For more information, contact your service provider.
Page 150: Mobile Web
Note: This feature is currently unavailable outside of the United States. Only available within the Verizon Wireless Enhanced Services Area. Any time the service indicator icon is visible, you are connected to the Internet and billed accordingly. Rates and prices vary according to your service contract.
Page 151: Navigate The Web
Numbered options (some options may not be numbered) • Simple text You can act on the options or links by using the soft keys. Mobile Web Soft Keys Note: This feature is currently unavailable outside of the United States. Only available within the Verizon Wireless Enhanced Services Area.
Page 152 Navigation Key: Use the navigation key to browse lists and highlight options. CLR Key: A browser back-up key. Press once to back up one page. Press and hold to go back to Mobile Web home page. Press to clear the last number, letter, or symbol entered.
Page 153: Links
Note: This feature is currently unavailable outside of the United States. Only available within the Verizon Wireless Enhanced Services Area. You can place a call while using Mobile Web if the website supports this feature. Press the appropriate soft key to call the number.
Page 155: Section 12: Health And Safety Information
• Health and Safety Information • Consumer Information on Wireless Phones • Road Safety • Operating Environment • Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices • Potentially Explosive Environments • Emergency Calls • FCC Notice and Cautions • Other Important Safety Information •...
Page 156: Health And Safety Information
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR). The SAR is a measure of the rate of absorption of RF energy by the human body expressed in units of watts per kilogram (W/kg). The FCC requires wireless phones to comply with a safety limit of 1.6 watts per kilogram (1.6 W/kg).
Page 157 Before a new model phone is available for sale to the public, it must be tested and certified to the FCC that it does not exceed the exposure limit established by the FCC. Tests for each model phone are performed in positions and locations (e.g.
Page 158: Consumer Information On Wireless Phones
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 159 Wireless phones emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used. They also emit very low levels of RF when in the stand-by mode. Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure to low level RF that does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects.
Page 160 Under the law, FDA does not review the safety of radiation-emitting consumer products such as wireless phones before they can be sold, as it does with new drugs or medical devices. However, the agency has authority to take action if wireless phones are shown to emit radio frequency energy (RF) at a level that is hazardous to the user.
Page 161 FDA shares regulatory responsibilities for wireless phones with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). All phones that are sold in the United States must comply with FCC safety guidelines that limit RF exposure. FCC relies on FDA and other health agencies for safety questions about wireless phones.
Page 162 RF exposure. Other studies exposed the animals to RF for up to 22 hours per day. These conditions are not similar to the conditions under which people use wireless phones, so we don't know with certainty what the results of such studies mean for human health.
Page 163 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 164 What steps can I take to reduce my exposure to radio frequency energy from my wireless phone? If there is a risk from these products - and at this point we do not know that there is - it is probably very small. But if...
Page 165 RF emissions, will not be placed against the head. On the other hand, if the phone is mounted against the waist or other part of the body during use, then that part of the body will absorb more RF energy. Wireless phones...
Page 166 Do wireless phone accessories that claim to shield the head from RF radiation work? Since there are no known risks from exposure to RF emissions from wireless phones, there is no reason to believe that accessories that claim to shield the head from those emissions reduce risks.
Page 167 This test method is now part of a standard sponsored by the Association for the Advancement of Medical instrumentation (AAMI). The final draft, a joint effort by FDA, medical device manufacturers, and many other groups, was completed in late 2000.
Page 168: Road Safety
1. Get to know your wireless phone and its features, such as speed dial and redial. If available, these features help you to place your call without taking your attention off the road.
Page 169 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 170 9. Use your wireless phone to help others in emergencies. If you see an auto accident, crime in progress or other serious emergency where lives are in danger, call 9-1-1 or other local emergency number, as you would want others to do for you.
Page 171: 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 172 Not all phones have been rated. Phones that are rated have the rating on their box or a label on the box. The ratings are not guarantees. Results will vary depending on the user’s hearing device and hearing loss.
Page 173 M-Ratings: Phones rated M3 or M4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to generate less interference to hearing devices than phones that are not labeled. M4 is the better/higher of the two ratings. T-Ratings: Phones rated T3 or T4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to be more usable with a hearing device’s...
Page 174: Potentially Explosive Environments
Switch your phone off in any facility where posted notices require you to do so. Potentially Explosive Environments Switch your phone off when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.
Page 175 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 176: Fcc Notice And Cautions
FCC Notice and Cautions FCC Notice The phone may cause TV or radio interference if used in close proximity to receiving equipment. The FCC can require you to stop using the phone if such interference cannot be eliminated. Vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane) must comply with the National Fire Protection Standard (NFPA-58).
Page 177: Product Performance
If you're inside a building, being near a window may give you better reception. Understanding the Power Save Feature If your phone is unable to find a signal after 15 minutes of searching, a Power Save feature is automatically activated. If your phone is active, it periodically rechecks...
Page 178 When it's turned on, it receives and transmits radio frequency (RF) signals. When you use your phone, the system handling your call controls the power level. This power can range from 0.006 watts to 0.2 watts in digital mode. Maintaining Your Phone's Peak Performance For the best care of your phone, only authorized personnel should service your phone and accessories.
Page 179: Availability Of Various Features/Ring Tones
• Avoid dropping the cell phone. Dropping it, especially on a hard surface, can potentially cause damage to the phone and battery. If you suspect damage to the phone or battery, take it to a service center for inspection. •...
Page 180 • 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 181: Care And Maintenance
Short-circuiting the terminals may damage the battery or the object causing the short-circuiting. • Do not permit a battery out of the phone to come in contact with metal objects, such as coins, keys or jewelry. •...
Page 182 • Do not use or store the phone in dusty, dirty areas, as its moving parts may be damaged. • Do not store the phone in hot areas. High temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices, damage batteries, and warp or melt certain plastics.
Page 183: Section 13: Warranty Information
Section 13: Warranty Information Topics Covered • Standard Limited Warranty This section explains the warranty information for your new phone. Section 13: Warranty Information...
Page 184: Standard Limited Warranty
Product, including antenna, or cosmetic damage; (b) equipment that has the serial number removed or made illegible; (c) any plastic surfaces or other externally exposed parts that are scratched or damaged due to normal use; (d) malfunctions resulting from the use...
Page 185 80% of rated capacity or the battery leaks, and this Limited Warranty does not cover any battery if (i) the battery has been charged by a battery charger not specified or approved by...
Page 186 Product will be warranted for a period equal to the remainder of the original Limited Warranty on the original Product or for 90 days, whichever is longer. All replaced parts, components, boards and equipment shall become the property of SAMSUNG. If SAMSUNG...
Page 187 RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE, USE, OR MISUSE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT OR ARISING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM THE USE OR LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT OR FROM THE BREACH OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY, INCLUDING INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR...
Page 188 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 189 EQUIPMENT, AS THE CASE MAY BE. This Limited Warranty allocates risk of Product failure between Purchaser and SAMSUNG, and SAMSUNG's Product pricing reflects this allocation of risk and the limitations of liability contained in this Limited Warranty. The agents, employees, distributors, and...
Page 191: Index
1-touch dialing 2-touch dialing 3-touch dialing 911, notes about Adding a New Contact Entry Alarm clock snooze 145 turn off the alarm 144 Answer options Auto answer Auto answer icon Auto retry Backup to last menu Battery charging 27 indicator 28...
Page 192 Get It Now Get News & Info Get PIX Get Tunes & Tones Getting Started understanding this user manual 11 voicemail 10 GPS icons Groups creating 72 move entries from/to 72 send messages to 73 send PIX msg to 74 viewing 71...
Page 193 Hard pause Health and Safety Infor- mation Icons alarm on 24 alarm only 24 battery strength 23 display 22 dormant 23 signal strength 22 silent mode 23 TTY 23 Inbox folder Indicator calendar appointment 24 missed calls 24 new message 24...
Page 194 Non-Supported Battery Note pad Notes and tips Notes, description Phone Memory Picture ID PIX messages rejecting 85 view later 85 Place a call while using Mobile Web Powering off Powering on Receive messages in call Receive text messages Receiving PIX Messages...
Page 195 Turning Your Phone On and Off Two-second pause Two-touch dialing Understanding Your Phone battery 25 display screen 21 features of your phone 14 front view of your phone 15 VibeTonz Vibrate mode icon View an event, calendar View PIX Msg Later...
Page 196 Warranty Information World time...

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Section 1: Getting Started

Section 2: Understanding Your Phone

Section 3: Call Functions

Section 4: Menu Navigation

Section 5: Entering Text

Section 6: Understanding Your Contacts

Section 7: Messaging

Section 8: Changing Your Settings

Section 9: Multimedia

Section 10: Tools

Section 11: Mobile Web

Section 12: Health and Safety Information

Section 13: Warranty Information

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