Page 1 * Some of the contents of this manual may differ from your phone, depending on the software installed or your service provider. ELECTRONICS Printed in China Code No.: GH68-XXXXX World Wide Web English. 11/2004. Rev.1.0 http://www.samsungmobile.com...
Page 2 PORTABLE CELLULAR TELEPHONE SPH-A680 User’s Manual Please read this manual before operating your phone, and keep it for future reference.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Important Safety Precautions .......7 Unpacking .............9 Your Phone ..........10 Phone Layout ............. 10 Display.............. 13 Backlight ............15 Service Light............16 Camera ............. 16 Getting Started ...........17 Using the Battery ..........17 Switching the Phone On or Off......20 Your Phone’s Modes ..........
Page 5 Table of Contents Entering Text ..........39 Changing the Text Input Mode ......40 Using T9 (English) Mode ........41 Using Alphabet Mode .......... 43 Using Symbol Mode ..........45 Using Number Mode..........46 Using the Menus .........47 Accessing a Menu Function by Scrolling ....47 Using Shortcuts..........
Page 6 Table of Contents Downloads ..........86 Games ..........86 (MENU 5-1) Ringers ..........86 (MENU 5-2) Screen Savers ........87 (MENU 5-3) Applications ........88 (MENU 5-4) Web ............89 Launching the Web Browser ......... 89 Navigating the WAP Browser ........ 89 Entering Text in the WAP Browser......
Page 7 Table of Contents Health and Safety Information....123 Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals ... 123 Road Safety............. 127 Operating Environment ........128 Electronic Devices..........128 Potentially Explosive Environment....... 130 Emergency Calls..........131 Other Important Safety Information....132 Care and Maintenance........133 Acknowledging Special Precautions and the FCC and Industry Canada Notice .....
Page 8: Important Safety Precautions
Important Safety Precautions Read these guidelines before using your wireless phone. Failure to comply with them may be dangerous or illegal. Road Safety at All Times Do not use a hand-held phone while driving; park the vehicle first. Switching Off when Refuelling Do not use the phone at a refuelling point (service station) or near fuels or chemicals.
Page 9: Emergency Call
Use only Samsung-approved accessories and batteries. Use of any unauthorized accessories could damage your phone and may be dangerous. Use only Samsung-approved batteries and recharge your battery only with Samsung- approved chargers. Qualified Service Only qualified service personnel may repair your phone.
Page 10: Unpacking
Hand strap Position Only Straight Headset User’s Manual In addition, you can obtain the following accessories for your phone from your local Samsung dealer: • Straight Headset • Travel Adapter • Standard Battery • Car Charger • PC Data Cable...
Page 11: Your Phone
Your Phone Phone Layout The following illustrations shows the main elements of your phone. With the Phone Open Earpiece Display Navigation (Up/ Down/Left/ Right) keys Camera key Volume/menu browse keys Menu key OK key Power on/off/ menu exit key Send key Alphanumeric Cancel/ keys...
Page 12: Key Description
Your Phone With the Phone Closed Antenna Headset jack Service light Flash Camera key Camera External display Key(s) Description Enters Menu mode. In Standby mode, accesses the Messaging menu. In Menu mode, selects the current menu or option. In Standby mode; quickly enters favorite menu options directly.
Page 13 Your Phone Key(s) Description (continued) Makes or answers a call. In Standby mode, retrieves the most recent numbers dialed, received, or missed. Also launches the voice command feature when pressed and held. Ends a call. Also switches the phone on and off when pressed and held. In Menu mode, cancels your input and returns the phone to Standby mode.
Page 14: Display
Your Phone Display Layout The display has two areas; an upper line of various icons and a lower text and graphic area. Icons Text and graphics area Icons Icon Description Signal Strength: Shows the received signal strength. The greater the number of bars, the better the signal.
Page 15 Your Phone Icon Description (continued) New Text Message: Appears when a new text message has been received. New Multimedia Message: Appears when a new multimedia message has been received. New Voice Mail: Appears when a new voice mail has been received. Roaming: Appears when you are out of your home area and have logged onto a different network;...
Page 16: Backlight
Your Phone External Display Your phone has an external display on the front of the phone. When the phone is closed, it indicates that you have an incoming call or message. It also alerts you when you have set an alarm at the specified time by displaying the corresponding icon.
Page 17: Service Light
Your Phone Service Light The service light on the right side of the camera flashes to indicate incoming calls, messages, or alarms and flashes for a few seconds when you turn on or off the phone. It blinks while the battery is charging with the travel adapter;...
Page 18: Getting Started
Using the Battery Your phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery. Use only approved batteries and chargers. Ask your local Samsung dealer for further details. Note: You must fully charge the battery before using your phone for the first time. A discharged battery is fully recharged in approximately 180 minutes for a standard battery.
Page 19: Removing The Battery
Getting Started Removing the Battery 1. If necessary, switch off the phone by pressing and holding until the power-off image displays. 2. Slide the battery lock towards the top of the phone and lift away the battery, as shown. ➁ ➀...
Page 20: Low Battery Indicator
Getting Started 2. Plug the adapter into a standard AC wall outlet. The battery strength icon on the display shows that the battery is charging. 3. When charging is finished, unplug the adapter from both the power outlet and the phone. Note: You must unplug the charger before removing the battery from the phone during charging;...
Page 21: Switching The Phone On Or Off
Getting Started Switching the Phone On or Off 1. Open the phone. 2. Press and hold until the power-on image displays to switch on the phone. When the system locates services, the greeting message displays along with the time and date.
Page 22: Your Phone's Modes
Getting Started Your Phone’s Modes Standby Mode Standby is the most basic state of your phone. The phone goes into Standby mode after you turn it on or whenever you briefly press . When your phone is in Standby mode, you will typically see the greeting message and the current time and date.
Page 23: Lock Mode
Getting Started Lock Mode When you lock your phone using the Lock Phone menu (MENU 8-5-1) in the Security menu, you cannot use the phone. In Lock mode, you can receive messages and calls, but you cannot place an outgoing call until you unlock the phone. For details about locking and unlocking your phone, see page 114.
Page 24: Call Functions
Call Functions Making a Call In Standby mode, enter the area code and phone number and press While entering a number, press to access the following options: 4-Digit Dial: allows you to use the four-digit dialing feature. This option is only available when you enter four digits.
Page 25: Ending A Call
Call Functions Correcting the Number To clear the Press last digit displayed whole display and hold it for more than one second. Ending a Call When you want to end your call, press The call time, the length of the call, displays along with the phone number of the called person.
Page 26: Using The Recent Call Logs
Call Functions Using the Recent Call Logs The phone stores the most recent calls you have dialed, received, or missed chronologically. The last call is saved in the first position. To recall any of these numbers: 1. In Standby mode, press .
Page 27: Speed Dialing
Call Functions Speed Dialing Once you have stored phone numbers in Phonebook, you can dial them easily with a few presses of the keys corresponding to the location numbers assigned in Phonebook. Note: When several numbers are saved in one name entry, the first number you entered is automatically specified as a speed dial number.
Page 28: Four-Digit Dialing
Call Functions Four-digit Dialing You can quickly dial a phone number in Phonebook by entering its last four consecutive digits. This feature is convenient if you have the number memorized, but you have forgotten where the number is stored in your Phonebook. 1.
Page 29: Pause Dialing
Call Functions Pause Dialing When you call an automated system, like a banking service, you are often required to enter a password or an account number. Instead of manually entering the numbers each time, you can store the numbers in your Phonebook, separated by pauses.
Page 30 Call Functions • Press for 2sec Pause. The letter “T” displays, meaning that a timed pause will occur at that point in the dialing sequence. 4. Enter the digits that need to follow the pause, such as your account number. 5.
Page 31: Manual Pause Dialing
Call Functions Manual Pause Dialing You can enter pauses manually during the dialing process. 1. Enter the phone number of the service you want to call, such as a bank’s teleservice phone number. 2. Press to access the options. 3. Select a pause type. •...
Page 32: Voice Dialing
Call Functions Voice Dialing Once you have stored a phone number in Phonebook, you can dial it simply by saying the associated name or the number. Before using the Voice Dial feature, you first need to programme your phone to recognize your voice and pronunciation in the Voice Dial menu (MENU 8-4).
Page 33: Adjusting The Volume During A Call
Call Functions Adjusting the Volume During a Call During a call, if you want to adjust the voice volume, use the Volume keys on the left side of the phone. Press to increase the volume level and decrease the level. The image on the display shows all eight levels;...
Page 34: Answering A Call
Call Functions Answering a Call When somebody calls you, the phone alerts you by ringing and blinking the service light. If the caller can be identified, the caller’s phone number, or name if stored in your Phonebook, displays. There are three ways to answer a call depending on your setting in the Call Answer menu (MENU 8-8-3): If you select...
Page 35: Silencing A Call Ringer
Call Functions Silencing a Call Ringer You can silence the ringer when a call comes in. Press either of the Volume keys on the left side of the phone when the phone is closed. If the phone is already open, press or either of the Volume keys.
Page 36: Options During A Call
Call Functions Options During a Call Your phone provides you with a number of functions that you can use during a call. Press during a call to access the following options: Mute/Unmute: allows you to switch your phone’s microphone off, so that the other person cannot hear you.
Page 37: Using Caller Id
Call Functions Using Caller ID This feature tells you who is calling you by displaying the caller’s number when the phone rings. If the name and number are stored in your Phonebook, the corresponding name is also displayed. If you call someone who has this feature, your phone number displays on her/his phone.
Page 38: Call Waiting
Call Functions Call Waiting Call waiting lets you receive a second call during a conversation. Your phone notifies you of a waiting call by beeping and displaying “Call waiting.” Your network provides you with the option of turning the Call waiting feature on and off, if you have subscribed to the service.
Page 39: Three-Way Calling
Call Functions Three-way Calling This feature enables you to conduct conference calls with two separate people at the same time. The phone records both of them into the Outgoing call log and you are billed air time for each of outgoing calls separately.
Page 40: Entering Text
Entering Text At many times when using your phone, you will need to enter text, such as when storing a name in Phonebook, creating your personal greeting, or scheduling events on your calendar. You can enter alphanumeric characters into your phone using your phone’s keypad.
Page 41: Changing The Text Input Mode
Entering Text Changing the Text Input Mode When you are in a field that allows characters to be entered, you will notice the text input mode indicator on the display. Example: Entering a name for a Phonebook entry Text input mode indicator To change to another text input mode: 1.
Page 42: Using T9 (English) Mode
Entering Text Using T9 (English) Mode T9 is a predictive text input mode that allows you to key in any character using single keystrokes. This text input mode is based on a built-in dictionary. To enter a word in T9 mode: 1.
Page 43: Smart Punctuation
Entering Text Smart Punctuation Periods, hyphens, and apostrophes are available by pressing . T9 mode applies rules of grammar to insert the correct punctuation. Notice that is used twice in this example to display two punctuation marks: ‘ Changing the Letter Case To shift case of the next letter(s) that you type, press .
Page 44: Using Alphabet Mode
Entering Text Clearing Letters and Words Press once or repeatedly to clear letters one by one to the left. Press and hold to erase all of the letters on the display. Using Alphabet Mode When typing in Alphabet mode, you need to press the keys labeled with the required letter: - once for the first letter - twice for the second letter...
Page 45: Inserting A Space
Entering Text Refer to the table below for the list of characters assigned on each key. Characters in the Order Displayed . , @ 1 ? ! * # / (Caps Lock mode) Changing the Letter Case To shift case of the next letter(s) that you type, press .
Page 46: Using Symbol Mode
Entering Text Including a Number You can quickly insert a number between letters. Press and hold the corresponding number key. Scrolling To move the cursor to the left or right through your text message, press Clearing Letters and Words Press once or repeatedly to clear letters one by one to the left.
Page 47: Using Number Mode
Entering Text Using Number Mode Number mode enables you to enter numbers. Press the keys corresponding to the digits you want to enter and manually switch back to the text entry mode of choice. For details about changing the mode, see page 40.
Page 48: Using The Menus
Using the Menus This phone offers a range of functions that allow you to tailor the phone to your needs. These functions are arranged in menus and submenus. They can be accessed by scrolling or by using the shortcuts. Accessing a Menu Function by Scrolling 1.
Page 49: Using Shortcuts
Using the Menus Using Shortcuts The menu items, such as menus, submenus, and setting options, are numbered and can be accessed quickly by using their shortcut numbers. Note: The numbers assigned to each menu function are indicated on the list. See below. 1.
Page 50: List Of Menu Functions
Using the Menus List of Menu Functions The following list shows the menu structure and indicates the number assigned to each option. 1. Call History (see page 53) 1.1 Missed Calls 1.2 Outgoing Calls 1.3 Incoming Calls 1.4 Erase History 1.4.1 Missed Calls 1.4.2 Outgoing Calls 1.4.3 Incoming Calls...
Page 51 Using the Menus 3. Messaging (see page 63) 3.1 Send Message 3.2 Text Message 3.2.1 Inbox 3.2.2 Outbox 3.2.3 Drafts 3.2.4 Send Text 3.3 Picture Mail 3.3.1 Inbox 3.3.2 Send Picture 3.3.3 Send Video 3.4 Email 3.5 Voicemail 3.5.1 Call Voicemail 3.5.2 Details 3.5.3 Clear Envelope 3.6 Settings...
Page 52 Using the Menus 5. Downloads (see page 53) 5.1 Games 5.2 Ringers 5.3 Screen Savers 5.4 Applications 6. Web (see page 89) 7. Tools (see page 93) 7.1 Voice Memo 7.2 Today 7.3 Scheduler 7.4 World Time 7.5 Alarm Clock 7.6 Task List 7.7 Memo Pad 7.8 Calculator...
Page 53 Using the Menus 8. Settings (continued) 8.4 Voice Dial 8.4.1 Adapt Digits 8.4.2 Reset Digits 8.4.3 Set Active 8.4.4 Choice List 8.4.5 Help 8.5 Security 8.5.1 Lock Phone 8.5.2 Lock Pic/Video 8.5.3 Change Lock 8.5.4 Special # 8.5.5 Erase Pbook 8.5.6 Erase Downloads 8.5.7 Erase Pic/Video 8.5.8 Reset Phone...
Page 54: Call History
Call History You can use the Call History menu to: • view and dial the last missed, outgoing, or incoming numbers. • erase the numbers in the call log memory. Missed Calls (MENU 1-1) If Caller Line Identification is available, your phone keeps a list of the most recent incoming calls that you have failed to answer.
Page 55: Outgoing Calls (Menu 1-2)
Call History When you press on the call log screen, the following options are available: Talk: dials the number. Save: (shown when the number is not stored in your Phonebook) allows you to save the number in Phonebook. Show entry: (shown when the number is stored in Phonebook) shows the name, phone number, and the location number assigned to the entry in Phonebook.
Page 56: Incoming Calls (Menu 1-3)
Call History Incoming Calls (MENU 1-3) This menu lets you view the most recent calls you have received if you are a subscribe to the Caller Line Identification service. Contact your service provider for further details about this service. For more information about scrolling through the list and accessing the call logs, see “Missed Calls”...
Page 57: Phone Book
Phone Book Phonebook allows you to store frequently used phone numbers and the associated names in your personal directory to make it easy for you to make a call without having to remember or enter the phone number. You can store up to 300 entries including E-mail and URL addresses.
Page 58 Phone Book 4. When an entry highlights: • Press to place a call to the entry’s speed dial number. • Press to select the entry. Information about the entry displays. Move to each item by pressing • Press to return to the previous screen. When you are viewing the entry details, press to access the following options: Talk: dials the number labeled as speed dial...
Page 59: Add New Entry (Menu 2-2)
Phone Book Finding an Entry by Group When you select this method, a list of the Phonebook entries in a group appears. 1. Press to scroll to By Group. 2. Press to move the group selection field. 3. Press to select the group you want. Each time you select a group, a list of the associated entries displays.
Page 60 Phone Book The following options are available: • Name: allows you to enter a name in this step if one has not already been entered. • Entry: The first available location displays. If necessary, enter the location number. • Home/Work/Mobile/Pager/Fax/No Label: allows you to store more numbers for each category.
Page 61: Group Setting (Menu 2-3)
Phone Book 5. Press to enter information or use to change the setting. 6. When you have finished, press After storing, the phone displays the memory status of Phonebook for a few seconds. Storing a Phone Number from Standby Mode 1.
Page 62: My Phone
Phone Book To change the ringer melody of a caller group: 1. On the Group Edit list, select the group you want to edit using and press 2. Select the Ringer option and press 3. Select the ringer category you want using and press 4.
Page 63 Phone Book Customer Care (MENU 2-5-2) In this menu, you can access the automated service line and get available services including your account coverage, and account information. To dial the number of the customer care center, press Dir Assist (MENU 2-5-3) In this menu, you can get a wide range of useful services by your service provider, such as shopping information, local news, entertaining...
Page 64: Messaging
Messaging In this menu, you can use various messaging services, such as: • text message • picture/video message • e-mail • voice mail Note: You can quickly access the Messaging menu by pressing in Standby mode. Send Message (MENU 3-1) You can create a text message, picture message, or video message and send it to other mobile phones or e-mail addresses.
Page 65: Sending A Picture Message
Messaging 3. When you have finished, press 4. Enter the message contents. For further details about how to enter text, see page 39. 5. When you have finished entering the message, press 6. To access an option, press The following options are available: •...
Page 66 Messaging To send a message from My Pictures: 1. Select From My Pictures and press 2. Scroll to a photo using the Navigation keys and press Note: You can attach up to 5 photos in one message. 3. Enter a phone number in the Mobile # field or an e-mail address in the E-mail field, and press You can retrieve an entry from Phonebook by selecting Phonebook Find or form the recent...
Page 67: Text Message (Menu 3-2-1)
Messaging To send a message with a new photo: 1. Select Take a New Picture and press The camera turns on and the image to be captured displays. 2. Press to take a photo. Note: When you press , you can access the camera options.
Page 68 Messaging When you access the Inbox menu, the list of messages you have received displays. The icons on the left tell you the status of messages: • : Messages that have been opened. • : Messages that have not been opened. •...
Page 69 Messaging Outbox (MENU 3-2-2) Your phone can store your outgoing messages. When you access this menu, the list of the messages you have sent appears. The icon on the left tell you the status of messages: • : Messages that have been sent. •...
Page 70 Messaging Drafts (MENU 3-2-3) After creating a text message, you can store it in this message box to be sent at a later time. When you access this menu, the list of draft messages appears. Scroll to the message you want to view and press Press to send the message.
Page 71: Picture Mail (Menu 3-3)
Messaging Picture Mail (MENU 3-3) In this menu, you can view picture or video messages you have received. You can also send a picture or video message. Inbox (MENU 3-3-1) When a new picture/video message comes in, the display shows the New multimedia message icon ) and a text notification along with the sender’s e-mail address.
Page 72: Email (Menu 3-4)
Messaging You can access following options by pressing Reply: allows you to send a reply to the sender. Forward: allows you to forward the message to another person. Reply all: allows you to send a reply to the sender and all the recipients of the message. Save #: allows you to extract the sender’s phone numbers.
Page 73: Voicemail (Menu 3-5)
Messaging Voicemail (MENU 3-5) In this menu, you can listen to the voicemails you have received and manage them. Call Voicemail: dials the voicemail server number and accesses your voicemails. Details: shows detailed information about the latest voicemail. Clear Envelope: clears the New voicemail icon, if it isn’t cleared automatically.
Page 74 Messaging Preset Messages (MENU 3-6-3) This menu allows you to edit 10 preset messages and make up to 20 new preset messages. You can retrieve the messages when writing a message. 1. Select an empty location or the message you want to change using 2.
Page 75: Picture/Video
Picture/Video Using the camera module built into your phone, you can take photos of people or events while on the move. You can send a photo to the people using a message or a photo as a wallpaper image, opening or closing image, or caller ID image. You can also record a video by using your phone as a camcorder.
Page 76 Picture/Video 2. Adjust the image by aiming the camera at the subject. 3. To Press zoom in or out the image change the image or the resolution Volume keys. access the options . See the next sections. Notes: • The numbers on the top right of the display tell you the amount of the photos you have saved and the amount of photos you can save.
Page 77 Picture/Video Edit Caption: allows you to change the photo name. Picture Info: shows you information about the selected photo. My Pictures: goes to the My Pictures folder (MENU 4-3). Using the Options in Capture Mode When you press in Capture mode, the following options are available: Flash : allows you to turn the flash on the front of the phone.
Page 78 Picture/Video White Balance: allows you to adjust the color balance of the photo to remove the current lighting conditions add. With this setting, you can make your photo appear warm or cool. To adjust the balance manually, select Manual and press the Navigation keys to find the setting you want to use.
Page 79: Camcorder (Menu 4-2)
Picture/Video Camcorder (MENU 4-2) You can record a video using the phone as a camcorder. To record a video: 1. Accessing the Camcorder menu turns on the camera. The image to be captured appears on the display. 2. Adjust the image by aiming the camera at the subject.
Page 80 Picture/Video Upload: allows you to upload the selected video to the online album. Assign: allows you to assign the selected video as a picture ID, screen saver, or an incoming call image. Camcorder: returns to Record mode. Erase: allows you to erase the currently selected video or all of the videos stored in the My Videos folder.
Page 81 Picture/Video Color Tones: allows you to change the color tone of the video. Select the tone you want to use. Brightness: allows you to adjust the brightness of the image. Select Manual and press the Navigation keys to find the status you want. When the brightness is set to Auto, the phone automatically determines the setting.
Page 82: My Pictures (Menu 4-3)
Picture/Video 5. When you are finished, press The phone saves the video in the My Videos folder (MENU 4-4). 6. To review the photo, open the phone. To return to Capture mode, press again. My Pictures (MENU 4-3) In this menu, you can review the photos you have taken and you have downloaded from the wireless web.
Page 83 Picture/Video When you press while reviewing a photo, the following options are available: Upload: allows you to upload the selected photo to the online album. Assign: allows you to set the photo as a caller ID image for a Phonebook entry, a wallpaper for the idle screen, or an incoming call image.
Page 84: My Videos (Menu 4-4)
Picture/Video My Videos (MENU 4-4) You can review the videos you have recorded and you have downloaded from the wireless web. In Camcorder (MENU 4-4-1) In this menu, you can view the video clips you have recorded. By default, your phone displays the still images on Thumbnail mode.
Page 85: Online Albums (Menu 4-5)
Picture/Video Erase: allows you to erase the currently selected video(s) or all of the videos stored in the folder. Edit Caption: allows you to change the video name. Video Info: shows you information about the currently selected video. Saved to Phone: allows you to view the downloaded videos.
Page 86: Account Info (Menu 4-6)
Picture/Video Account Info (MENU 4-6) This menu allows you to view the account information of your online album. For further details, contact your service provider. Settings (MENU 4-7) In this menu, you can change the default settings for the camera. Shutter Sound: allows you to select the tone that sounds when you press to take a photo or...
Page 87: Downloads
Downloads This menu allows you to download various multimedia files from the wireless web. Games (MENU 5-1) This menu allows you to download new games or play the downloaded games. Select Get New to connect to the website preset by your service provider and download new games.
Page 88: Screen Savers
Downloads When you press , the following options are available: Go: allows you to access the preset website. Folder: shows the folder information for the ringers. Memory: shows the status of memory for downloaded ringers. Erase All: allows you to erase all of the downloaded ringers.
Page 89: Applications (Menu 5-4)
Downloads Applications (MENU 5-4) This menu allows you to download new applications or launch the downloaded applications. Select Get New to connect to the website preset by your service provider and download new applications. When you press , the following options are available: Go: allows you to access the preset website.
Page 90: Web
Your phone comes equipped with a WAP browser which makes it possible for you to access the wireless web. Launching the Web Browser Selecting the Web menu launches the WAP (Wireless Application Protocol) browser and accesses the homepage of your service provider. The contents on the homepage may differ.
Page 91: Entering Text In The Wap Browser
Entering Text in the WAP Browser You can enter text in the WAP browser as you would in normal phone mode. For details about entering text in each mode, see page 39. Using the Browser Menu Options While navigating the web sites, you can access various options.
Page 92 Save Items: allows you to save images or background sound on the current web page. Show URL: displays the URL address of the site you are currently viewing. Exit: exits the WAP browser and returns the phone to Standby mode. Advanced...: provides you with the further options.
Page 93 Key Press Timeout: allows you to set how long the phone waits after you have pressed a key in the text entry mode before moving the cursor to the right. You can select Fast, Medium, or Slow. If you don’t want to set the timeout, select Off. Security: displays all security-related information, such as Secure Prompt, Authentication, and Current Certificate.
Page 94: Tools
Tools The Tools feature enables you to: • record voice memos. • keep track of important dates and events. • use the alarm clock and world time clock. • create a list of things to do and memos. • use the phone as a calculator. •...
Page 95: Today (Menu 7-2)
Tools Erase: allows you to erase the current memo. Edit Caption: allows you to change the name of the memo. Information: allows you to show information about the memo. Review (MENU 7-1-2) When you select this menu, the list of voice memos you recorded appears.
Page 96: Scheduling A New Event
Tools Scheduling a New Event 1. Enter your event contents and press For further details about entering characters, see page 39. 2. Enter the start time and date using the numeric keys. Notes: • You need to enter the time in 12-hour format.
Page 97: Scheduler (Menu 7-3)
Tools While viewing the event, press to access the following options: Edit: allows you to edit the currently selected event. Erase: allows you to erase the currently selected event. Add New: allows you to add a new event. • Press to access the following options: Add New: allows you to add a new event.
Page 98: Scheduling An Event
Tools On the calendar, press to access the following options: View: allows you to view the scheduled events for the currently selected day. Add New: allows you to add a new event on the day. Erase All: allows you to erase all events. Jump to date: allows you to directly go to the specific date you want.
Page 99: World Time (Menu 7-4)
Tools Erase: allows you to erase the currently selected event. Add New: allows you to add a new event. • Press to access the following options: Add New: allows you to add a new event. Erase: allows you to erase the currently selected event.
Page 100: Alarm Clock (Menu 7-5)
Tools Alarm Clock (MENU 7-5) This menu allows you to set an alarm to sound at a specified time. To set an alarm: 1. Select an alarm, Alarm #1 through Alarm #3, and press 2. Select On by pressing and press 3.
Page 101: Task List (Menu 7-6)
Tools Task List (MENU 7-6) This feature allows you to enter a list of tasks you need to be done and assign both a priority and a deadline to them. You can store up to 9 tasks. Creating a New Task 1.
Page 102: Memo Pad (Menu 7-7)
Tools While viewing the task, press to access the following options: Edit: allows you to edit the currently selected task. Erase: allows you to erase the currently selected task. Add New: allows you to add a new task. • Press to access the following options: Add New: allows you to add a new task.
Page 103: Viewing A Memo
Tools Viewing a Memo The list of your memos displays when you access the Memo Pad menu. While viewing the memo list, press the Navigation keys to scroll to a memo and: • Press to view details. You can move to the previous or next task by pressing the Navigation keys.
Page 104: Calculator (Menu 7-8)
Tools Calculator (MENU 7-8) Using this feature, you can use the phone as a calculator. The calculator provides you with the basic arithmetic functions; addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. To perform a calculator: 1. Enter the first number on the first line using the numeric keys.
Page 105: Countdown (Menu 7-9)
Tools Countdown (MENU 7-9) This menu helps you know how much time it takes for you to do something, or how many days, hours, and minutes until a specific day arrives. You can create up to 9 timers using this menu. Creating a Countdown Timer 1.
Page 106 Tools • Press to view details. You can move to the previous or next timer using the Navigation keys. While viewing a timer, press to access the following options: Edit: allows you to edit the currently selected timer. Erase: allows you to erase the currently selected timer.
Page 107: Settings
Settings Many different features of your phone can be customized to suit your preferences. All of these features are accessed in the Settings menu. Display (MENU 8-1) In this menu, you can customize various settings for the display and the lights. Menu Style (MENU 8-1-1) This menu allows you to select the menu display...
Page 108 Settings Incoming Call (MENU 8-1-3) This menu allows you to set an image to be displayed when you receive calls. The following options are available: With Caller ID: allows you to select an image for incoming calls with caller ID. To display only caller ID, select No Image.
Page 109 Settings The following options are available: Main Display: You can specify the length of time backlight of the main display turns on. When the Flip Open is selected, the backlight is always on. Keypad: You can specify the length of time the backlight of keypad turns on.
Page 110: Sounds (Menu 8-2)
Settings Sounds (MENU 8-2) You can use the Sounds menu to customize various sound settings, such as the: • ringer volume and type. • alert sounds and key tone. • tones that sound while using the phone’s functions. Ringer Volume (MENU 8-2-1) This menu allows you to adjust the ringer volume or change the ringer type for calls, incoming...
Page 111 Settings Ringer Type (MENU 8-2-2) This menu allows you to set the unique ringer melodies for incoming calls, messages, schedule, and roaming. Alerts (MENU 8-2-3) Your phone gives audible alerts (beeps) at a specified time to inform you that certain things have happened.
Page 112 Settings Key Tone (MENU 8-2-4) Using this menu, you can set up the keypad tone that the phone sounds when you press a key. The following options are available: Tone Type: allows you to select a tone that the phone sounds when you press a key. Choose one of Normal, Piano, and Beep.
Page 113: Internet (Menu 8-3)
Settings Internet (MENU 8-3) When you connect to the Internet menu, the following options are available: Disable/Enable Internet: allows you to disable or enable the Internet service. Net Guard: allows you to set whether or not the confirmation for the Internet connection charge displays when you launch the web browser.
Page 114 Settings Reset Digits (MENU 8-4-2) This menu allows you to reset the adaptation you performed using the Adapt Digits menu. Set Active (MENU 8-4-3) In this menu, you can set how you want to initiate voice dialing. The following options available: Talk Only: enables voice dialing only by pressing and holding Talk and Flip: enables voice dialing by opening...
Page 115: Security (Menu 8-5)
Settings Security (MENU 8-5) Your phone provides you with various security options, including a user-programmable lock code and special number features. To access the Security menu, you must enter the 4-digit lock code. It is preset to “0000” at the factory.
Page 116 Settings Change Lock (Menu 8-5-3) This feature allows you to change your current lock code to a new one. The lock code is preset to “0000” at the factory. Enter a new, four-digit lock code and press Enter it again to confirm your change and press Note: Your phone does not allow viewing of the lock code for security reasons.
Page 117 Settings To store an emergency number: 1. Press to select a location and press 2. If necessary, press and hold to clear the old number. 3. Enter a new number you want. Each emergency number can be up to 32 digits long.
Page 118 Settings Erase Pic/Video (MENU 8-5-7) This feature allows you to clear all of the pictures and videos stored in your phone. When a confirmation message displays, select Yes and press Reset Phone (MENU 8-5-8) Resetting the phone cancels all of your selection in the user-selectable setting options and returns them to the factory default settings and clears all data, except for the Phonebook entries and...
Page 119: Airplane Mode (Menu 8-6)
Settings Airplane Mode (MENU 8-6) In an airplane, all calls are restricted for safety and you must turn off the phone. However, if you need to use your phone, except call functions, use Airplane mode which disables all call functions of your phone.
Page 120: Others (Menu 8-8)
Settings Others (MENU 8-8) In the Others menu, you can set several features for your preference. Pbook Match (MENU 8-8-1) Your phone is preset to display the speed dial entry that matches your input when you enter a number to dial. To disable this feature, select Off.
Page 121: Phone Info (Menu 8-9)
Settings Talk Key: The phone answers only when you press Flip Open: The phone answers when you open the phone. If the phone is already open, press Auto Answer (MENU 8-8-4) This feature works only when the phone is connected to the headset or an optional hand-free car kit.
Page 122 Settings Icon Glossary (MENU 8-9-2) This feature gives you information about what the display icons stand for. After viewing, press to return to the previous screen. Version (MENU 8-9-3) This feature allows you to view the hardware and software version of your phone. This feature is helpful if you need to the call customer care.
Page 123: Voice Command
Voice Command Your phone performs some functions or accesses specific menus or by your voice command. You only need to say the command into the microphone. You can: • dial a number by saying a number (Digit Dial) or an associated name (Name Dial). For details, see page 31.
Page 124: Health And Safety Information
Health and Safety Information Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S.
Page 125 Health and Safety Information SAR tests are conducted using standard operating positions specified by the FCC with the phone transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands. Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR level of the phone while operating can be well below the maximum value.
Page 126: For Body Operation
For Body Operation For body worn operation, this model phone has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with a Samsung-supplied or approved accessory designated for this product or when used with and accessory that contains no metal and that positions the handset a minimum from the body.
Page 127: Precautions When Using Batteries
• If left unused, a fully charged battery will discharge itself over time. • 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...
Page 128: Road Safety
Health and Safety Information • 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 129: Operating Environment
Health and Safety Information 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 130: Hearing Aids
Health and Safety Information 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 • Should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize potential interference If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, switch your phone off...
Page 131: Potentially Explosive Environment
Health and Safety Information Vehicles RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or its representative regarding your vehicle. You should also consult the manufacturer of any equipment that has been added to your vehicle. Posted Facilities Switch your phone off in any facility where posted notices require you to do so.
Page 132: Emergency Calls
Health and Safety Information Emergency Calls This phone, like any wireless phone, operates using radio signals, wireless and landline networks as well as user-programmed functions, which cannot guarantee connection in all conditions. Therefore, you should never rely solely on any wireless phone for essential communications (medical emergencies, for example).
Page 133: Other Important Safety Information
Health and Safety Information 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 operating properly.
Page 134: Care And Maintenance
Health and Safety Information Care and Maintenance Your phone is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care. The suggestions below will help you fulfill any warranty obligations and allow you to enjoy this product for many years. •...
Page 135: Acknowledging Special Precautions And The Fcc And Industry Canada Notice
Health and Safety Information • Do not paint the phone. Paint can clog the device’s moving parts and prevent proper operation. • 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.
Page 136: Information To User
Health and Safety Information (2) This device must accept any interference received. Including interference that may cause undesired operation. Information to User This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 137 Health and Safety Information Appendix A:CERTIFICATION INFORMATION (SAR) THIS MODEL PHONE MEETS THE GOVERNMENT ’S REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES. Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S.
Page 138 The highest SAR values for this model phone as reported to the FCC are Head:1.57W/Kg, Body- worn:0.347W/Kg. Body-worn operations are restricted to Samsung-supplied, approved or none Samsung designated accessories that have no metal and must provide at least 1.5cm separation between the device, including its antenna whether extended or retracted, and the user’s body.
Page 139: Glossary
Glossary Airtime - Actual time spent talking on the wireless phone. Most carriers bill customers based on how many minutes of airtime they use each month. Antenna - A device for transmitting or receiving signals. The size and shape of antennas is determined, in part, by the frequency of the signal they receive.
Page 140 Glossary EVRC - (Enhanced Variable Rate Codec) EVRC is a new global standard for compressing and decompressing voice signals. EVRC uses a lower bit rate (the number of bits sent per second) than existing CDMA vocoders, while providing significant improvements in voice quality. This technology enables your phone to provide superb voice quality while benefiting from the ability to process more cellular voice calls using less...
Page 141: Soft Keys
Glossary Service charge - The amount paid each month to receive wireless service. Soft keys Two keys marked on the phone, the purpose of which: • varies according to the function that you are currently using. • is indicated on the bottom line of the display just above the corresponding key.
Page 142: Index
Index Downloads 53 DTMF tone 111 Alarms 99 Alerts, set 110 Alphabet mode, text input Emergency dialing 24 External display 15, 108 Backlight 15 Banner message 107 Forwarding calls 36 Battery Four-digit dialing 27 charging 18 precautions 126 Icons, description • 13 Important safety Calculator 103 precautions 7...
Page 143 Index Text messages creating/sending 63 Outgoing calls 54 inbox 66 Three-way calling 38 Today schedule 94 Tone length 111 Pause dialing 28 Phone care and maintenance Using the menus 47 display 13 icons 13 keys • 11 layout 10 Video unpacking 9 viewing 83 Picture messages...
Page 146 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...

Samsung SPH-A680 User Manual

Important Safety Precautions

Unpacking

Your Phone

Getting Started

Call Functions

Entering Text

Using the Menus

Call History

Phone Book

Picture/Video

Downloads

Web

Tools

Settings

Voice Dial (MENU 8-4)

Health and Safety Information

Glossary

Index

Quick Links

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