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SCH-u520 Series P O R T A B L E D U A L - 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.
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All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating there to (the “Phone System”), is proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal laws, state laws, and international treaty provisions.
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CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING FROM THE BREACH OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY, INCLUDING INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR BENEFITS.
Table of Contents Getting Started .....................7 Understanding this User Manual ................8 Activating Your Phone ....................8 Charging the Battery ....................10 Setting Up Your Voice Mail ..................11 Understanding Your Phone ................12 Features of Your Phone ...................12 Closed View of Your Phone ..................13 Open View of Your Phone ..................14 Command Keys ......................16 Understanding the Display Screen ................18...
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Send Picture Messages in Camera Mode ..............67 Send Picture Messages in Standby Mode ..............69 Receive Picture Messages ..................71 Video Messages ......................72 Message Boxes .......................74 Erase Messages ......................80 Message Settings ....................80 @metro ...................... 83 Accessing @metro (Mobile Shop) ................84 Camera-Camcorder .................. 87 Taking Pictures and Videos ..................88 Screen Layouts .......................90 Saving Pictures and Videos ..................93...
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Phone Settings .....................150 Memory Info ......................158 Phone Info ......................163 Health and Safety Information ..............165 Health and Safety Information ................166 Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling ..............167 UL Certified Travel Adapter ...................167 Consumer Information on Wireless Phones ............169 Road Safety ......................175 Operating Environment ..................176 Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices ...........176...
Section 1: Getting Started Topics Covered • Understanding this User Manual • Activating Your Phone • Charging the Battery • Setting Up Your Voice Mail This section explains how to start using your phone by activating your service, setting up your voice mail, or getting an understanding of how this manual is put together. Getting Started...
Understanding this User Manual The chapters of this guide generally follow the same order as the menus and sub- menus in your phone. A robust index for quick reference to most features begins on page 190. Also included is important safety information that you should know before using your phone.
Activating Your Phone Place the battery cover over the battery and slide the cover upward into place (1). Turn Your Phone On Open the flip on your phone. Press the key. Note: As with any other radio-transmitting device, do not touch the antenna while using your phone as this can affect call quality and can cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than is necessary.
(2), bottom end first. Charging the Battery Your phone is powered by a rechargeable standard Li-Ion battery. Only use Samsung-approved charging devices and batteries. Samsung accessories are designed to maximize battery life. Using other accessories may invalidate your warranty and may cause damage.
Setting Up Your Voice Mail If you continue to use your phone without charging its battery, the phone shuts down. Setting Up Your Voice Mail Voice mail allows callers to leave voice messages, which can be retrieved any time. Note: Once your voice mail account has been set up, you can use the Voicemail folder (under the Message menu) to view details of voice messages in your voice mail box.
Section 2: Understanding Your Phone Topics Covered • Features of Your Phone • Closed View of Your Phone • Open View of Your Phone • Command Keys • Understanding the Display Screen • Your Phone’s Modes 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.
Closed View of Your Phone Closed View of Your Phone 1. Camera Lens 10. Flash 9. Headset Jack 2. Volume Keys 8. Camera / 3. Front Display Speakerphone Key 4. Media Player Keypad 7. Memory Card Socket 5. Stereo Speakers 6.
Camera/Speakerphone Key — Disabled when the phone is closed. Headset Jack — Used to connect a hands-free headset to your phone. With a headset connected and the phone closed, you can answer calls and place calls to your Contacts without touching your phone. Flash —...
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Open View of Your Phone Features Earpiece/Speaker — Lets you hear the other caller. Main Display — Indicates the status of your phone, including status icons, message indicators, signal strength, and so on. Shows menus, calls, and messages. Navigation Key — Lets you scroll through the phone menu options. Left Soft Key —...
OK Key — Pressing when navigating through a menu accepts the highlighted choice in a menu. Right Soft Key — Used to navigate through menus and applications and to select the choice available in the Right Soft key option. Headset Jack — Used to connect a hands-free headset to your phone. With a headset connected and the phone closed, you can answer calls and place calls to your Contacts without touching your phone.
Command Keys If you enter an incorrect character, briefly press to backspace (and delete) the character. To erase the entire sentence, press and hold To back up one menu level, briefly press To return to standby mode, press and hold until you return to standby mode.
In standby mode, press and hold the Camera/Speakerphone key ( ) to switch from using the earpiece to the speakerphone (speakerphone option). Use the volume keys — located on the left side of your phone — to adjust the volume. Understanding the Display Screen The top line of your phone’s main display contains icons that indicate network status,...
Your Phone’s Modes Information • • Example: “New Message” Error • • Example: “Card not available, Please Insert card” Warning • • Example: “Battery Low,” “Memory Full!” Backlights Backlights illuminate the internal and external displays and the keypad. When you press any key or open the phone, the backlights come on.
Tip: You can also cycle between T9 Word, Abc, and 123 by repeatedly pressing and holding the 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.
Your Phone’s Modes While in Silent mode and standby mode, press and hold . “Exit silent mode” • briefly appears in the display, and your phone returns to standby mode. Vibrate Mode In standby mode, repeatedly press and the Down volume key ( ) until Vibrate appears in the display.
Section 3: Call Functions Topics Covered • 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.
Making a Call Making a Call With the phone on, enter the number you wish to call using the keypad. Press to place the call. Emergency Calls When you call an Emergency Number, such as 911, your SCH-u520 phone locks itself in emergency mode, only allowing you to make calls to the emergency call center you originally contacted.
Press the key to enter the highlighted pause into the number sequence. Press to call the number. Tip: Press the Save (left) soft key ( ) to store pauses along with the number if you plan to call the number 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.
Making a Call Voice Dialing The voice recognition capabilities of your SCH-u520 are exceptional due to advanced, speaker-independent technology. This means you do not need to “train” your phone to understand your voice. You can use your voice in a natural manner to dial numbers.
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 <Italic>“Choice Lists” on page 115, for more information.) • Press the Repeat (right) soft key ( ) to say the name again.
Answering a Call Pause Dialing From a Contacts Entry If you voice dial a contact that contains 2-Sec Pause(s) simply wait for the pauses • to pass and the dialing to complete. If you voice dial a contact that contains Wait(s), wait for the appropriate prompt(s) •...
Adjust the Ringer In standby mode, press the volume key ( ) on the left side of the phone up or down. Options are: • Ringer Off • Medium • Vibrate • Medium/High • Low • High • Low/Medium • Vibrate/High Press once you’re satisfied with the setting.
Answering a Call 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. Call Block You can prevent your number from displaying on another phone’s caller ID screen by enabling Call Block.
Do one of the following: • Use the navigation key to highlight a menu or feature. Press the key to open the highlighted menu or to activate the highlighted feature. • Press the Cancel (right) soft key ( ) or the key to exit the menu.
Calls Press the Options (right) soft key ( ). The following options appear in the display: • Save — Save the number to your Contacts. • Details — Contacts calls only — Lets you view the Contacts entry for the recipient of this call.
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 Menu (left) soft key ( ), then press (for Calls) and for Missed Calls.
Calls • Lock/Unlock — Blocks/permits erasure of the selected call from your All Calls list. • Erase All — Erase all unlocked calls from your All Calls list. • View Timer — Call Timer screen appears in the display listing the number and types of calls and their total durations.
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.
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Calls Press the corresponding number on the keypad to view call logs for the following call types. • for Outgoing Calls • for Incoming Calls • for Missed Calls • for All Calls Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight the number you wish to store in Contacts and press Press the Options (right) soft key ( ), then use the Up and Down...
Section 4: Menu Navigation Topics Covered • 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.
Menu Navigation Menu Navigation Access the menus and sub-menus in your phone using the navigation key ( and soft keys ( ), or use a shortcut. In standby mode press the Menu (left) soft key ( ). The first of several menus appear in the display.
Navigate Using a Shortcut You can also access menus and sub-menus using menu numbers. Enter the menu number after pressing the Menu (left) soft key ( ) to go directly to the menu or sub-menu of your choice. Before you can navigate using a shortcut, you’ll need the menu or sub-menu number that you wish to access.
Menu Outline Messages Send Message 3.1.1 Text Message 3.1.2 Picture Message 3.1.3 Video Message Inbox Outbox Drafts Voicemail Erase Messages 3.6.1 Inbox 3.6.2 Outbox 3.6.3 Drafts 3.6.4 All Messages Msg Settings 3.7.1 General 3.7.1.1 Auto Save 3.7.1.2 Auto Erase 3.7.1.3 Quick Text 3.7.1.4 Voicemail #...
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MetroWEB Get In Web Voice SVC Voice Commands Voice Settings 6.2.1 Choice Lists 6.2.2 Sensitivity 6.2.3 Digit Dialing 6.2.4 Sound 6.2.5 Voice Launch 6.2.6 About Multimedia Camera Camcorder My Images My Videos My Ringtones My Sounds My Music Tools Bluetooth 8.1.1 Add New Device 8.1.2...
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Menu Outline 8.4.2 Alarm 2 8.4.3 Alarm 3 World Time 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 Main Display 9.2.2.1.1 My Images 9.2.2.1.2...
Section 5: Entering Text Topics Covered • Changing the Text Entry Mode • Using T9® Mode • Using Abc Mode • Entering Numbers • Entering Symbols 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.
Changing the Text Entry Mode 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 •...
The current text entry mode 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: T9 Word recognizes that the most commonly used word for the numeric sequence you just entered is “Samsung.”...
Entering Numbers • ABC • 123 • Symbols The current text entry mode is highlighted. Use the navigation keys to highlight Abc, then press • Enter characters while in Abc mode by pressing the key labeled with the desired characters (such as, press for “G”).
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Press the left soft key ( ). The following options appear in the display: • T9Word • Abc • ABC • 123 • Symbols The current text entry mode is highlighted. Use the navigation keys to highlight Symbols, then press .
Section 6: Understanding Your Contacts Topics Covered • Contacts • Finding a Contacts Entry • Adding a New Contacts Entry • Editing a Contacts Entry • Saving a Number After a Call • Speed Dial • Contacts Groups • Deleting a Contacts Entry •...
Contacts Up to 500 entries can be stored in Contacts. Each entry can have up to five associated phone numbers and an e-mail address. Each phone number can be up to 32 digits in length, including 2-Sec or Wait pauses (see <Italic>“Manual Pause Calling”...
Finding a Contacts Entry Finding a Contacts Entry Voice Method 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.
Navigation Key Method If you’ve stored a name entry in Contacts, Find allows you to find it quickly. In standby mode, press the Contacts (Up) navigation key. The Find screen appears in the display with the Go To field highlighted, followed by the first few names in your Contacts list.
Adding a New Contacts Entry Use the navigation keys to select Create New and press the key. The Select Type screen appears in the display showing the following icons: Mobile Home Work Pager Use the navigation keys to highlight the type that matches your new entry, then press the key.
Press the key to save the new entry. Editing a Contacts Entry Editing Contacts Name and Numbers Find the Contacts entry you wish to change. See <Italic>“Finding a Contacts Entry” on page 51 for more information. Use the navigation keys to highlight the entry and press the key.
Editing a Contacts Entry 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.
Assigning a Picture to a Contacts Entry When you assign a picture to a Contacts entry, the picture that you assigned to the entry appears in the display when you receive a call from that Contact. Find the Contacts entry you want to edit. See <Italic>“Finding a Contacts Entry”...
Saving a Number After a Call Use the navigation keys to highlight the Ringtone field, then press the Set (left) soft key ( ). The Contact Tone menu showing the following options appears in the display: • My Ringtones • My Sounds Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight the desired option, then press the key.
Create a New Entry Use the navigation keys to highlight Create New and press the key. The Create New screen appears in the display showing the following number type options: Mobile Home Work Pager Use the navigation keys to highlight the number type that matches your new entry, then press the key.
Speed Dial Number types that are already assigned a number show the number instead of the number type label. Use the navigation keys to highlight the desired unassigned number type, then press the key. The Contacts entry information appears in the display with the new number posted in the appropriate number type field.
Use the navigation keys to highlight an Unassigned Speed Dial number or enter an Unassigned Speed Dial number in the Go To field using the keypad. Important! Do not enter Speed Call numbers 001 or 911. These numbers are already assigned to Voicemail (001) and to emergency use (911).
Contacts Groups Contacts Groups Contact Groups let you easily send messages to multiple, selected Contacts. You can also use Groups to find Contact entries and to add/remove Contacts names in a Group or to create or rename a Group. 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:...
• Family • Friends Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight a Group, then press the Options (right) soft key ( ). The following options popup in the display: • Send Text Msg • Send PIC Msg • Send Video Msg •...
Contacts Groups • Rename • Erase • Add Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight Rename, then press the key. The Rename Group screen appears in the display. Enter changes to the group name using the keypad. (See <Italic>“Entering Text”...
• Send Text Msg • Send PIC Msg • Send Video Msg • Rename • Erase • Add Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight Erase, then press the key. You are prompted to confirm the Group erasure. Press the Yes (left) soft key ( ) to confirm erasure of the Group.
Types of Messages Your phone is able to send and receive Text, Picture, and Video 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.
Receive Text Messages Receive Text Messages When you receive a message in standby mode, the ringer sounds (unless turned off) and New Message appears in the display along with the closed envelope icon ( The date and time of the message also appear in the display along with the following options: View Now —...
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Note: For more information about using the camera feature in your phone, see “Camera-Camcorder” on page 87. Press the key to save the picture and begin delivery process. The Create Pic Msg screen then appears in the display with the Send To: list highlighted.
Send Picture Messages in Standby Mode • 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. • Delivery Ack — Choose On or Off — Requests confirmation when your message is received.
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Press the Down navigation key until the PIC: field is highlighted, then press the My PIC (left) soft key ( ). A photo gallery of thumbnail images appears in the display. Use the navigation keys to highlight a picture to be added to your message, then do the following: •...
Receive Picture Messages • Remove Pic — Remove the picture from your message. • Remove Sound — Remove the sound file from your message. • Add To Contacts — Save the recipient’s number or e-mail address as a Contacts list entry. Use the Up/Down navigation keys to highlight an option, then press the key to invoke the option.
View a Picture Message Now After you select the View Now option, “Connecting” appears in the display followed by “Retrieving” and a progress bar indicating that the message is downloading to your phone. After the Picture message has downloaded, an alert sounds, and the new Picture message appears in the display.
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Video Messages After addressing your picture message, the Subject field becomes highlighted. Enter the Subject text using the keypad. (See Step 4 of “Create and Send Text Messages” on page 66 for more information on choosing a text entry method, also see “Entering Text” on page 44 for more information on using text entry methods.) Press the Down navigation key.
Once you have selected a video, press the key. The Create Video Msg screen appears in the display with the selected video in the Video field. The Subject field is highlighted. Once you’re finished composing your video message, do one of the following: •...
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. •...
Use the navigation keys to highlight a message that you wish to review, then press the key. While viewing your message press the Options (right) soft key ( The following options appear in the display: • Play Again — Replays the selected message. •...
Message Boxes 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 Down navigation key, then press (for Send Message) and...
• Add To Contacts — Save the recipient’s number or e-mail address to your Contacts. Use the navigation keys to highlight the desired option, then press the key to perform the function for the highlighted option. When you have completed composing your message, press the key to send it.
Message Boxes Press the Options (right) soft key ( ). The following options appear in the display: • Send — Send the highlighted message to the original recipient, if the recipient’s number and/or e-mail address is included with the draft message. •...
Erase Messages 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.
Message Settings • Signature — Choose whether to include a text signature in outgoing message text, and enter the text to be included. • Reminder — Select whether and how often you will hear and/or feel a reminder that you have received a message (Once, Every 2 Minutes, Every 15 Minutes, Off).
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Picture/Video Message Settings In standby mode, press the Down navigation key, then press for Msg Settings and for Picture/Video Message. The following options appear in the display. • Auto Receive — On/Off — With Auto Receive On, Picture or Video messages automatically download and display as they are received.
Section 8: @metro Topics Covered • Accessing @metro (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. This section outlines how to obtain games and other applications for your phone.
Accessing @metro (Mobile Shop) Applications Shopping and Downloading Download games, ring tones, e-mail, and more using the Mobile Shop. For information on airtime charges, contact your Wireless Carrier. In standby mode, press the Right navigation key to launch @metro. The following options appear in the display: MobileShop Settings...
Accessing @metro (Mobile Shop) Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight the desired option. Press the key to enter the option’s sub-menu and view or change settings. Using On-line Help The Help sub-menu within @metro is a short tutorial on several @metro-Mobile Shop features.
Restoring Apps Disabled apps can be quickly restored at no additional purchase cost. To restore an app, run the application you want to restore from the Main Menu. You will be guided through the restoration process. Expired Apps Apps that were purchased based on the number of uses or for a specified period of time expire.
Section 9: Camera-Camcorder Topics Covered • Taking Pictures and Videos • Camera Screen • Saving Pictures and Videos • Camera Options • Zoom • Brightness • The Photo Gallery • Point, Click, and Send Pictures and Videos Use your SCH-U520 phone to take full color digital pictures and videos, display them on your phone’s vivid color display, and instantly share them with family and friends.
Taking Pictures and Videos Taking pictures videos with the built-in camera-camcorder is as simple as choosing a subject, pointing the lens [located on the front of the flip (near the hinge)], and pressing a button. Note: You can use the camera, but not the camcorder, with the phone’s flip closed. Taking Snap Shots (Single Pictures) Flip Open To take a single picture using the current camera settings, do the following:...
Note: You can also activate the camera by pressing the Menu (left) soft key ( ), then press (for Multimedia) and for Camera. Press the Options (right) soft key ( ). The options menu bar appears in the display with the Flash icon ( ) highlighted.
Note: You can also activate the camcorder by doing one of the following: 1. Pressing the Menu (left) soft key ( ), then press (for Multimedia) and Camcorder. 2. From the camera screen, by pressing the Options (right) soft key, using the Left and Right navigation keys to highlight the Camcorder icon, and then pressing the key.
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Quality — Indicates camera’s picture quality setting. (You can change the picture quality setting. See “Quality” on page 102 for more information.) Camera Resolution — Indicates camera’s current resolution setting. (You can change the camera resolution setting. See “Camera Options” on page 93 for more information.) Photo Limit —...
Camcorder Screen When you activate your phone’s camcorder, the first line of the display is shows current camcorder setting icons. The center of the display shows a viewfinder image of the subject at which the camcorder is pointed. The soft key labels on the bottom line of the display change to the following: My Videos —...
Brightness — Brightens or darkens the image from -4 to +4. Flip Picture — Indicates you can use the Volume keys vertically Down flip the camera view (and any resulting pictures). Press the volume key to flip the camera view upside down. Press the volume key to restore the camera view to normal.
• Resolution • White Balance • Fun Tools • Metering • Settings • Camcorder Use the Left and Right navigation keys to highlight the desired option and/ or setting, then press the key to save the selected setting. Flash Flash lets you control whether the camera flash lights (Off) and when [always (On), automatically (Auto), one shot only (On This Shot)].
The next time you press the key, the countdown timer indicates the time remaining before the camera takes the picture. The phone reads the countdown timer value beginning with two or three and continuing to zero, when the picture is taken. Tip: To stop the countdown timer without resetting it, press the key.
Resolution Change the size (in bytes) of your pictures using the Resolution setting. In camera mode, press the Options (right) soft key ( ). The options menu bar appears in the display. Use the navigation keys to highlight Resolution, and press the key.
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The next time you press the key, the camera applies the selected White Balance to your picture. Fun Tools Color Effects Change the look of your pictures with Color Effects. Choose from nine available settings such as Cool, Negative, and Sepia. The selected color effect previews in the display before you take the picture.
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Use the navigation keys to highlight Fun Frames, and press the key. The following options appear in the display: Note: Choose None to disable Fun Frames. • None — Subjects and pictures appear with no fun frame. • 1 – 29 — Subjects and pictures appear with a fun frame. Use the navigation keys to highlight the fun frame of your choice is highlighted, then press the key.
Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight the memory location setting of your choice, then press the key. You’re returned to the camera viewfinder screen. Auto Save In camera mode, press the Options (right) soft key ( ). The options menu bar appears in the display.
Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight the view mode setting of your choice, then press the key. You’re returned to the camera viewfinder screen. Shutter Sound Choose from four 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 a picture.
Camcorder Options The Camcorder Options let you adjust the default camcorder settings to suite available lighting, the subject of the video, or the purpose of the video. To access Camcorder Options, do the following: In standby mode, briefly press the Camera key ( ). The camera viewfinder screen appears in the display.
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Use the Left and Right navigation keys to highlight Flash. The following options appear in the display: • Off • Always On • Auto Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight the desired flash setting, then press the key.
Note: When you set Recording Mode to Limit for MMS, Quality is automatically reset to Economy. Once the quality setting of your choice is highlighted, press the key. You’re returned to the camcorder viewfinder screen. White Balance White Balance allows you to adjust video quality according to available light. In camcorder mode, press the Options (right) soft key ( ).
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• Sepia — Subjects and pictures appear in a brownish-gray hue. • Antique — Subjects and pictures appear in a brownish hue. • Negative — Subjects and pictures appear in negative (reversed brightness) hue. • Green — Subjects and pictures appear in a greenish hue. •...
Icon Display In camcorder mode, press the Options (right) soft key ( ). The options menu bar appears in the display. Use the Left and Right navigation keys to highlight Settings. Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight Icon Display, then press key.
Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight End Sound, then press key. The following options appear in the display: • Off • OK • Melody Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight the desired end sound, then press the key.
Brightness Brightness lets you temporarily lighten the pictures you take. Increasing the Brightness (-4 – +4) lightens your pictures (0 is normal). In camera or camcorder viewfinder screen, use the Up and Down naviga- tion keys to adjust the Brightness (the screen image lightens or darkens to show the affects of your changes).
Switch From Expanded to Thumbnail Mode Use the navigation keys to highlight a picture that you wish to view full size, press the key. Press the key to return to the thumbnail view of your photos. The Video Gallery Saved video clips are stored in the My Videos folder. You can view the video clips one at a time (expanded mode), or browse several vidoes at once in thumbnail format.
Point, Click, and Send Pictures and Videos Take a picture or record a video and send it to anyone with a compatible device in a few easy steps. In standby mode, press the Camera key ( ) to activate the camera. Press the Camera key ( ) a second time to activate the camcorder.
Section 10: MetroWEB Topics Covered • MetroWEB • Launching MetroWEB • Using MetroWEB • Using Links • How MetroWEB Keys Work This section outlines how to launch MetroWEB, 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.
MetroWEB MetroWEB With MetroWEB, you can conveniently surf the web and download ringtones and wallpapers using your phone. Each time you launch MetroWEB, your phone connects to the Internet and the service indicator icon ( ) appears in the display. Stored Web Content MetroWEB ends an Internet connection after a certain period of inactivity, however some information from your session remains stored in the phone (if you leave your...
command that appears above them in the display. These are called “soft keys” because their function changes depending on the application. 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 ( ) to select a link when it is highlighted.
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. Voice SVC...
Voice SVC Options Your SCH-u520 includes VoiceSignal, state-of-the-art voice recognition software that lets you use your voice to dial numbers, access your Contacts list, and open Tools. To access your phone’s voice recognition, do the following: In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( ), then press for Voice SVC.
Voice Settings Go to — Lets you access the following list of your phone’s features and functions: • – Contacts – Calls – Messages – MobileWEB – @metro – VoiceSVC – Multimedia – Tools – Settings Check — Lets you say a single command (such as “Status”) to verify your •...
Press the key or the OK (left) soft key ( ) to accept the new setting. Press the key to discard the new setting and return to the Voice Settings menu. Sensitivity In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( ), then press (for Voice SVC), (for Voice Settings), and...
Voice Settings Adapt Digits To adapt digit dialing, do the following: In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( ), then press (for Voice SVC), (for Voice Settings), and for Digit Dialing. The following options appear in the display: •...
Use the navigation keys to highlight Reset Digits, then press the key. The phone prompts you to confirm digit reset. Press the OK (left) soft key ( ) to reset your digit adaptation, or press the Back (right) soft key ( ) to cancel.
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Voice Settings 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 (left) soft key ( ), then press (for Voice SVC), (for Voice Settings), and for About.
Section 12: Multimedia Topics Covered • Accessing Multimedia • My Images • My Videos • My Ringtones • My Sounds • My Music This section outlines your phone’s multimedia functions and key features associated with multimedia.
Accessing Multimedia In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( ), then press for Multimedia. The following Multimedia sub-menus appear in the display: • Camera — Lets you launch and set up your phone’s camera. (See “Camera- Camcorder” on page 87 for more information.) •...
Press the Options (right) soft key ( ). A pop-up menu containing the following options appears in the display: • Send — Lets you send the selected image to a specified recipient in a Picture message. • Set As — Lets you assign the selected picture as the Main Wallpaper, Front Wallpaper, or as the Picture ID for a Contact.
• Send — Lets you send the selected video to a specified recipient in a Video message. • Set As — Lets you assign the selected video as the Main Wallpaper. • Rename — Lets you change the name of the video. •...
When using a downloaded ringtone, press the Options (right) soft key ) and the following options appear in the display: • Lock / Unlock — Lets you prevent/permit file deletion • Erase — Erases the selected file • Rename — Lets you rename the selected file •...
• For a preloaded sound file, a pop-up menu containing the following options appears in the display: – Send — Lets you send the selected sound file to a specified recipient in a Picture message. – Set As — Lets you assign the selected sound file as the Ringtone or as the Contact ID for a Contact or an Alert Tone for Text, Picture, or Voicemail messages.
Section 13: Tools Topics Covered • Bluetooth • Calendar • Memo Pad • Alarm Clock • World Time • 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.
Bluetooth Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications technology capable of exchanging information over a distance of about 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.
Press the PAIR key ( ) to pair the selected device with the phone. You are prompted to enter the passkey or PIN for the selected device. Enter the device passkey or PIN and press the key. A pop-up message appears to inform you the connection is complete.
Calendar Bluetooth Settings Enable/Disable Selecting this option turns Bluetooth on or off. 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.
Press the Options (right) soft key ( ). The following options appear in the display: • Monthly — Repeat this event monthly. • Erase — Remove this event from the Calendar. Use the navigation keys to highlight an option. Press to invoke the highlighted option.
Memo Pad Press to store the event in your calendar. An alarm will notify you prior to the event, if Reminder is set to a value other than Off. Memo Pad Create notes and store them in Memo Pad. Notes that you create in Memo Pad can’t be prioritized or assigned an alert.
Press the Options (right) soft key ( ) and the following options appear in the display: • Edit— Change the currently highlighted memo. • Erase — Erase the highlighted memo. • Erase all — Erase all of the unlocked memos. •...
Alarm Clock To set the Time: • Enter the time for the alarm using the keypad. • Use the Left and Right navigation keys to select AM or PM, or press AM and press for PM. Use the Left and Right navigation keys to select the Frequency at which you wish the alarm to occur (Daily, Mon.-Fri., Weekends, or Once).
World Time World Time lets you view the time of day or night in any of the 24 different time zones around the world. Note: To use World Time, you need to subscribe to your Cellular Provider’s digital service. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( ), then press (for Tools) and for World Time...
Calculator Press the key to accept the highlighted setting. If the DST icon ( appears in the display, it indicates that Daylight Savings Time is enabled. Calculator You can perform calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division using your phone. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( ), then press (for Tools) and...
Converter The conversion menu provides the following conversion categories: Currency • Length • Weight • Volume • Area • Temperature • To convert a currency, length, weight, volume, area, or temperature, do the following: In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( ), then press (for Tools) and for Converter.
Converter Press the EDIT key ( ). The EDIT EXCHANGE RATE list appears in the display. Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight a currency whose exchange rate you wish to change. Use the keypad keys to change the selected exchange rate value. Press the key to save the changed exchange rate.
Currency — Erasing Exchange Rates You cannot erase the preloaded currencies from the Exchange Rate list. You can erase a currency that you have added to the list by doing the following: In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( ), then press (for Tools), (for Converter), and...
Location Setting You can set your phone to pass Global Positioning System (GPS) data to identify your location to the network continually or only when you make an emergency (911) call. Note: Check with your Wireless Carrier to determine if/when/where location-based services are available. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( ), then press (for Settings) and...
Display Settings — • Front Contrast Lets you set contrast for the front display. Use the navigation keys to highlight a sub-menu. Press the key to enter the highlighted sub-menu. The following sections describe the Display sub-menus in greater detail. Menu Style In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( ), then press...
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. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( ), then press (for Settings) and (for Display Settings), and...
Display Settings Dialing Font Lets you select the style and color of your dialing font. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( ), then press (for Settings) and (for Display Settings), and for Dialing Font The following sub-menus appear in the display: •...
Tip: Press and hold to erase an existing banner, if necessary. Press the key to save your changes. • If you select ERI Banner, the following options appear in the display: – On – Off Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight the desired option, then press the key.
Sound Settings Press the key to save your new contrast setting. Sound Settings Sound Settings let you customize your phone’s audio properties, such as ringers, keypad tones, alerts, start up melody, and more. Volume Use the Volume sub-menu to set the default volume for call ringers, message alerts, and alarms.
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Use the navigation keys to highlight a ringer type, then press the key. The following ringtone options appears in the display: • My Ringtones • My Sounds Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight the desired ringtone gallery, then press the key.
Call Settings Key Tone Key Tone lets you adjust the volume level and length of tone that the keypad generates each time you press a key. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( ), then press (for Settings) and (for Sound Settings), and for Key Tone.
Auto Answer Auto Answer enables your phone to automatically answer calls after a period of time that you specify. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( ), then press (for Settings), (for Call Settings), and for Auto Answer The following options appear in the display: •...
Call Settings In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( ), then press (for Settings), (for Call Settings), and for TTY Mode. A message pops-up warning of possible headset and non-TTY accessory performance impairment when in TTY mode and prompting you to confirm that you want to enable/disable TTY Mode.
In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( ), then press (for Settings), (for Call Settings), and for Data Settings following options appear in the display: • Data Off — Your phone ignores data connections. • Data For Next Call — Your phone accepts data connection for the next call. •...
Phone Settings Language The Language option changes the language of menus, sub-menus, and other user- interface features. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( ), then press (for Settings), (for Phone Settings), and for Language. The following options appear in the display: •...
• On Power Up — The phone locks automatically the next time your phone is powered on and stays locked until you enter the lock code. Use the navigation keys to highlight the Lock Phone option of your choice. Press to perform the function for the highlighted option.
Phone Settings Important! DO NOT depend on this phone as a primary method of calling 911 or for essential or emergency calls. Remember to always turn your phone on and check for adequate signal strength before placing a call. Note: When you dial an emergency number, you phone locks itself to the emergency location that answered the call and locks itself in 911-Only mode, blocking from dialing any number but an emergency number.
The “Enter Code” prompt appears in the display. Enter the four-digit lock code using the keypad. 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.
Phone Settings Restriction Restriction allows you to restrict outgoing calls, incoming calls, and all access to your Contacts. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( ), then press (for Settings), (for Phone Settings), and for Security. The “Enter Code” prompt appears in the display. Enter the four-digit lock code using the keypad.
System Select The System Select feature enables you to automatically or manually select the network used when roaming outside of your home area. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( ), then press (for Settings), (for Phone Settings), and System Select.
Phone Settings Use the Up and Down navigation to highlight Set Date, then press the key. The Set Date screen appears in the display. Enter the current date using your keypad: • The month and day must be entered using two digits each. •...
Press the Down navigation key. The menu item is highlighted. 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 (left) soft key ( ), then press (for Settings), (for Phone Settings), and...
Memory Info Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight the desired file type, then press the key. The following storage options appear in the display: • Phone Memory — saves the selected type of files in your phone’s memory. •...
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• My Ringtones • My Sounds Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight the My Images / Videos / Ringtones / Sounds sub-menu, then press the key. A list of all files in the related folder appears in the display. Files are listed by name, and each file entry shows the name and size of each file.
Memory Info Card Memory Card Memory lets you review a removable, microSD Memory Card’s available memory, manage your files stored there, and format microSD Memory Cards. Memory Usage Memory Usage lets you review your usage of your Memory Card. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( ), then press (for Settings), and (for Memory Info),...
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– Move • Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight Erase, then press the key. • Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight a file you want to erase, then press the key to mark the file for erasure. (Press the Mark All (right) soft key ) to mark all files for erasure.) •...
Phone Info Formatting a Memory Card Formatting a microSD Memory Card erases any data currently on the card and creates multimedia directories compatible with your phone. To format a Memory Card, do the following: In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( ), then press (for Settings), and (for Memory Info),...
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Version You can view the PRL (Preferred Roaming List), ERI (Extended Roaming Indicator), 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 (left) soft key ( ), then press (for Settings), ( Phone Info), and...
• Availability of Various Features/Ring Tones • Battery Standby and Talk Time • Battery Precautions • Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling • 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 Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals Certification Information (SAR) Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the exposure limits for radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. government. These FCC exposure limits are derived from the recommendations of two expert organizations, the National Counsel on Radiation Protection and Measurement (NCRP) and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).
SAR for a particular phone. Additional product specific SAR information can also be obtained at www.fcc.gov/cgb/sar. Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling Samsung cares for the environment and encourages its customers to recycle Samsung mobile phones and genuine Samsung accessories. Go to: http://www.samsungwireless.com/recycling.asp...
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POWER UNIT IS INTENDED TO BE CORRECTLY ORIENTATED IN A VERTICAL OR HORIZONTAL OR FLOOR MOUNT POSITION.
Consumer Information on Wireless Phones Consumer Information on Wireless Phones The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has published a series of Questions and Answers for consumers relating to radio frequency (RF) exposure from wireless phones. The FDA publication includes the following information: What kinds of phones are the subject of this update? The term wireless phone refers here to hand-held wireless phones with built-in antennas, often called "cell,"...
notify users of the health hazard and to repair, replace or recall the phones so that the hazard no longer exists. Although the existing scientific data do not justify FDA regulatory actions, FDA has urged the wireless phone industry to take a number of steps, including the following: Support needed research into possible biological effects of RF of the type emitted •...
Consumer Information on Wireless Phones few animal studies, however, have suggested that low levels of RF could accelerate the development of cancer in laboratory animals. However, many of the studies that showed increased tumor development used animals that had been genetically engineered or treated with cancer-causing chemicals so as to be pre-disposed to develop cancer in absence of RF exposure.
FDA has been a leading participant in the World Health Organization international Electromagnetic Fields (EMF) Project since its inception in 1996. An influential result of this work has been the development of a detailed agenda of research needs that has driven the establishment of new research programs around the world. The Project has also helped develop a series of public information documents on EMF issues.
Consumer Information on Wireless Phones increasing the distance between the user and the RF source will reduce RF exposure. Some groups sponsored by other national governments have advised that children be discouraged from using wireless phones at all. For example, the government in the United Kingdom distributed leaflets containing such a recommendation in December 2000.
What about wireless phone interference with medical equipment? Radio frequency energy (RF) from wireless phones can interact with some electronic devices. For this reason, FDA helped develop a detailed test method to measure electromagnetic interference (EMI) of implanted cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators from wireless telephones.
Road Safety US Food and Drug Administration • http://www.fda.gov/cellphones Road Safety Your wireless phone gives you the powerful ability to communicate by voice, almost anywhere, anytime. But an important responsibility accompanies the benefits of wireless phones, one that every user must uphold. When driving a car, driving is your first responsibility.
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. Call roadside assistance or a special non-emergency wireless assistance number when necessary.
Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices Persons with pacemakers: should always keep the phone more than 15 cm (6 inches) from their pacemaker • when the phone is switched on. should not carry the phone in a breast pocket. •...
physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information. Switch your phone off in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy.
FCC Notice and Cautions To make an emergency call: If the phone is not on, switch it on. Key in the emergency number for your present location (for example, 911 or other official emergency number). Emergency numbers vary by location. Press the key.
Other Important Safety Information Only qualified personnel should service the phone or install the phone in a vehicle. • Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty applicable to the device. Check regularly that all wireless phone equipment in your vehicle is mounted and •...
Availability of Various Features/Ring Tones Understanding How Your Phone Operates Your phone is basically a radio transmitter and receiver. When it's turned on, it receives and transmits radio frequency (RF) signals. When you use your phone, the system handling your call controls the power level. This power can range from 0.006 watts to 0.2 watts in digital mode.
Use only Samsung-approved batteries and recharge your battery only with • Samsung-approved chargers. When a charger is not in use, disconnect it from the power source. Do not leave the battery connected to a charger for more than a week, since overcharging may shorten its life.
Dispose of used batteries in accordance with local regulations. In some areas, the • disposal of batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited. For safe disposal options for Li-Ion batteries, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service center. Always recycle. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. Care and Maintenance Your phone is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care.
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Do not put the phone in or on heating devices, such as a microwave oven, a stove • or a radiator. The phone may explode when overheated. If your phone is equipped with an external antenna, use only the supplied or an •...
(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.
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LIMITED TO THE SAME DURATION OF TIME AS THE EXPRESS WRITTEN WARRANTY STATED HEREIN. SOME STATES/PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY Warranty Information...
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LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR BENEFITS, OR FOR DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR GROSS NEGLIGENCE) OR FAULT COMMITTED BY SAMSUNG, ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES, OR FOR ANY BREACH OF CONTRACT OR FOR ANY CLAIM BROUGHT AGAINST PURCHASER BY ANY OTHER PARTY. SOME...
Index Banner Battery Charging Low battery indicator Symbols Removal Travel adapter @metro Buying new apps On-line Help Settings Numerics Calculator Calendar 2-sec pause view an event Call Answer Call answer Adding a new Contacts entry Call Answer mode Dial Method Call block Adjust Call Functions...
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outgoing Save a number after a store numbers call Calls menu Contacts List Camcorder Memory Options Create messages Screen Icons Creating and Sending New Taking Videos Messages Video Gallery Video Messages Camera Brightness Color Effects Data Counter Color Tones Data Settings Multi Shot Data, view counters Options...
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Entering Symbols Inbox folder Using T9 Mode Incoming calls Erase logs Incoming calls menu Erase messages Input mode Exit metroWeb Expired apps Key Tone File Save Options Formatting a Memory Card Language Formatting a microSD Card Left soft key Front Contrast Lock code, changing Lock mode Lock phone...
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metroWeb How metroWeb Keys Pause dial Work Pauses, adding Launching metroWeb Personal Organizer Using Links Voice Memo Using metroWeb Phone Info microSD Icon Glossary Formatting Phone Number Missed calls menu Phone Memory Mobile Shop Freeing Shopping and Usage Info downloading Phone Number Mode Phone Settings...
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Reviewing outbox Silence ringer Right soft key Silent mode Ringer Type Entering Exiting Software version, viewing Sound Settings Safe Use of your phone Key Tone Save a number after a call Ringer Type Save pictures Volume Screen Layouts Speakerphone Key Security sub menu Standby mode Send key...
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Voice SVC VoiceSignal Understanding Your Contacts Voice Memos Deleting a Contacts Volume entry Editing an existing Contacts entry Wait Finding a Contacts Wallpaper entry Warranty Information Understanding Your Phone Standard Limited Closed View of Your Warranty Phone World time Command Keys Display Screen Features of Your Phone Open View of Your...
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