Page 1 SCH-a645 Series P O R T A B L E T r i - M o d e M o b i l e P h o n e User Guide Please read this manual before operating your phone, and keep it for future reference.
Page 2: Intellectual Property
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Page 3 EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY CONTAINED ON THE WARRANTY PAGE ENCLOSED WITH THE PRODUCT, THE PURCHASER TAKES THE PRODUCT “AS IS”, AND SAMSUNG MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE MERCHANTABILITY OF THE PRODUCT OR ITS FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE;...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Getting Started................. 1 Closed View of Phone ........1 Front View of Your Phone .
Page 5 Editing a Contacts Entry’s Phone Number ......49 Selecting a Ringer Type for an Entry ......50 Assigning a Contact to a Group .
Page 6 Special # ..........105 Erasing the Contacts .
Page 7: Getting Started
Getting Started Closed View of Phone 1. Speaker 2. Speakerphone Key 20. Front Display Screen Getting Started 1...
Page 8: Front View Of Your Phone
Front View of Your Phone 3. Earpiece 4. Main Display Screen 1. Speaker 5. Headset Jack 6. Right Softkey 7. Left Softkey 8. OK Softkey 10. Navigation Keys 9. Volume Key 11. SEND Key 12. END Key 13. BACK Key 14.
Page 9: Key Functions
Key Functions 1. Speaker: The speaker allows you to hear the different ring tones and sounds offered by your phone. 2. Speakerphone Key: This key (located on the side of the phone) works the same as the SPEAKER key. You can use this key to activate the phone’s speaker mode as well as issue voice commands.
Page 10 9. Volume Key: Allows you to adjust the ringer volume in standby mode (with the flip open) or adjust the voice volume during a call. • The volume key can also be used to scroll up or down to navigate through the different menu options. •...
Page 11 13. BACK Key: Deletes characters from the display when you are in text entry mode. When in a menu, press to return to the previous menu. 14. SPEAKER Key: Enables the phone’s speaker mode, where you can talk and hear without requiring the phone near your head.
Page 12: Viewing The Display Screen
20. Front Display Screen: The front display screen shows the time and provides basic information about your phone, such as signal strength, battery strength, ringtone settings, and alarms. Viewing the Display Screen Your phone’s interior and exterior display screens provides a wealth of information about your phone’s status and options.
Page 13 indicates that your phone is in Auto Answer mode. If you are using a headset or hands-free kit, then calls are automatically answered after a preselected number of rings. If you are not using the headset or hands-free kit, then this setting is ignored. For more information, see "Auto-Answer"...
Page 14: Features Of Your Phone
Tip: Display indicators let you know when you’re off the network. Features of Your Phone Congratulations on the purchase of your Samsung SCH-a645 phone. This phone is lightweight, easy-to-use, reliable, and it also offers many significant features and service options: •...
Page 15: Turning Your Phone On And Off
Turning Your Phone On and Off To turn your phone on: • Press to turn your phone on. Once your phone is On, it displays “Entering Service Area” which indicates that your phone is searching for a signal. When your phone finds a signal, it automatically enters standby mode –...
Page 16: Using Your Phone's Battery And Charger
Using Your Phone’s Battery and Charger Battery Capacity Your phone is equipped with a Lithium Ion (LiIon) battery. It allows you to recharge your battery before it is fully drained. The battery provides approximately 3 hours of continuous digital talk time or approximately 6 days of continuous digital standby time.
Page 17 Removing the Battery To remove your battery: 1. Remove the protective cover by pressing down on the back of the cover. 2. Grip the battery at the bottom and pull up and out at a 45-degree angle. 3. Using the side tabs, pull the top of the battery away from the phone and remove.
Page 18 CONNECTION TO A SUPPLY NOT IN NORTH AMERICA, USE AN ATTACHMENT PLUG ADAPTOR OF THE PROPER CONFIGURATION FOR THE POWER OUTLET. Always use a Samsung-approved desktop charger, travel adapter, or vehicle power adapter to charge your battery. Warning! Using the wrong battery charger could cause damage to your phone and void the warranty.
Page 19: Phone Basics
Phone Basics Displaying Your Phone Number In case you forget your phone number, your phone can remind you. To display your phone number: • Press the left softkey for MENU, followed by display your phone number. Note: To MENU left softkey access the phone’s main , press the while in standby mode.
Page 20: Answering Calls
Tip: To redial your last outgoing call, press twice. You can also place calls from your phone by using Voice Command (page 29), Speed Dialing numbers from your Contacts (page 19), and using your Call History listings (page 53). Answering Calls To answer an incoming call: 1.
Page 21: Missed Call Notification
• Close the phone or press Missed Call Notification When an incoming call is not answered, the Missed Call log is displayed on your screen. You have two options: • Press the left softkey to Save the phone number to your Contacts.
Page 22 In-Call Options Select actions by pressing the left softkey for MENU during a call. A list of options is displayed that allows you to perform different actions during the course of a call. The following options are available: (To select an option, press the corresponding keypad number or highlight the option and press •...
Page 23: Saving A Phone Number
End-of-Call Options After receiving a call from or making a call to a phone number that is not in your Contacts, the phone number and the duration of the call are displayed. Press the right softkey to Save the new number in your Contacts.
Page 24: Dialing And Saving Phone Numbers With Pauses
• After you have saved the number, your list of Contacts is dis- played. Dialing and Saving Phone Numbers With Pauses You can dial or save phone numbers with pauses for use with automated systems, such as Voice Mail or credit card billing numbers.
Page 25: Dialing From Contacts
Dialing From Contacts To dial directly from a Contacts entry: 1. From standby mode, press the right softkey to display your CONTACTS. 2. Scroll left or right to search By Name, By Entry, or By Group. 3. Scroll up or down to highlight the desired entry and press to make the call.
Page 26: Entering Text
To use Three-Touch Dialing for Speed Dial locations 100-500: 1. Press the first digit. 2. Press the second digit. 3. Press and hold the third digit for approximately two seconds. (The display confirms that the number has been dialed.) Note Your phone also supports 3–4 digit dialing.
Page 27: Entering Characters Using T9 Text Input
• Symbol to enter symbols (see page 23). • Number to enter numbers (see page 23). • Quick Text to enter pre-defined phrases (see page 23). Entering Characters Using T9 Text Input T9 Text Input lets you enter text in your phone by pressing keys just once per letter.
Page 28: Entering Characters By Tapping The Keypad
Entering Characters by Tapping the Keypad To enter characters by tapping the keypad, select the Alpha mode (see “Selecting a Character Input Mode” on page 20). Press the corresponding key repeatedly until the desired character appears. When the icon is shown, the first letter of the first word is capitalized and following letters are lowercase.
Page 29: Using Caller Id
Entering Numbers and Symbols To enter numbers: • Select the Number mode and press the appropriate key. (See “Selecting a Character Input Mode” on page 20.) To enter symbols: • Select the Symbol mode. (See “Selecting a Character Input Mode” on page 20.) To enter a symbol, press the appropri- ate key displayed above the desired symbol character.
Page 30: Responding To Call Waiting
Responding to Call Waiting When you’re on a call, Call Waiting alerts you of incoming calls by sounding two beeps. Your phone’s screen informs you that another call is coming in and displays the caller’s phone number (if it is available and you are in digital mode).
Page 31: Making A Three-Way Call
To Activate Call Forwarding 1. Press followed by 2. Enter the area code and phone number to which your future calls should be forwarded. 3. Press . You will hear a message to confirm the activation. To Deactivate Call Forwarding 1.
Page 32: Using The Speakerphone
If one of the people you called hangs up during your call, you and the remaining caller stay connected. If you initiated the call and are the first to hang up, all three callers are disconnected. You can also begin a Three-Way Call by displaying a phone number stored in your Internal Contacts, Call History, or Messaging.
Page 33: Roaming
Roaming Understanding Roaming Recognizing Icons on the Display Screen Your phone’s display screen always lets you know when you’re off the network. The following icons indicate the type of network you are roaming on: • Roaming Indicator: • Analog Indicator: Note You will pay a higher per-minute rate for roaming calls.
Page 34: Set Nam
6. To select an option, highlight it and press • Digital Only: This setting allows you to only access digital networks. • Analog Only: This setting allows you to only access analog networks. • Automatic: This setting seeks service. When service is unavailable, the phone searches for an alternate system.
Page 35: Voice Services
Voice Services Voice Recognition Voice recognition allows you to say commands to perform common functions supported by your phone. You simply say the pre- designated command displayed on your screen in a normal tone of voice to perform the desired function. To activate voice recognition: 1.
Page 36 • Voice Dial works best in quieter environments. • When saying a number, speak at a normal speed and say each digit clearly. There is no need to pause between digits. • The phone recognizes the digits one, two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine, zero, and oh.
Page 37: Looking Up Contact Information
• If the phone asks you, “Did You Say,” followed by an incorrect number, say No. (If there are other alternatives, the phone will prompt you with the next one. You can also press the navigation key up or down to select the correct number from the Choice List, and then press to dial.) •...
Page 38: Customizing Voice Recognition
• If the phone says, “Did You Say,” followed by an incorrect name, say No. The phone then prompts you with the next name, if there is one. If there are no more names, the phone will say “Sorry, No Match Found.” •...
Page 39 Note : ONLY adapt Voice Dial if the system is frequently mis- recognizing your speech. You can always restore the system to its original factory setting. Adaptation involves recording several digit sequences to teach the system your voice. The adaptation process takes about 3 minutes. Tips for adapting Voice Dial: •...
Page 40 6. Wait for the beep, and then repeat the digits using a normal tone of voice. (The phone plays back your recording and asks you if the recording sounds “OK.”) • If the recording sounds OK (no mistakes and no background noises), say Yes.
Page 41: Changing Voice Dial Sensitivity
Changing Voice Dial Sensitivity You can adjust your phone’s sensitivity to sounds when listening for voice commands or names, making it require a more exact or less exact sound match before responding to your command. To adjust your phone’s voice dial sensitivity: 1.
Page 42: Changing Voice Dial Prompts
5. Press the navigation key up or down to select Automatic, Always On or Always Off and press Changing Voice Dial Prompts By default, your phone provides audio prompts such as “Please say a command”. You can turn these prompts on or off. 1.
Page 43: Voice Memos
Changing Voice Launch By default, Voice Recognition is activated by pressing and holding . You can change your phone’s settings to activate Voice Recognition whenever you open the flip lid of your phone. To change your Voice Launch method: 1. Press and hold to activate voice recognition.
Page 44: Reviewing And Erasing Memos
4. To finish recording, press the right softkey to Stop to the recording prior to the countdown completion. 5. The memo is saved to your phone. Press the right softkey to Play your message for review. Tip: You can also assign Voice Memos to either the left or right navigation keys.
Page 45 7. To stop play before the memo ends, press the right softkey To erase an individual memo: 1. Press the left softkey for MENU. 2. Press for Shop. 3. Press for Tools. 4. Highlight Voice Memo and press 5. Press for Review.
Page 46: Navigating Through Menus
Navigating Through Menus Menu Styles Your phone can display the various features and options in one of two different menu styles, Icon and List. Regardless of which style you prefer, menu organization and key commands do not change. List Style List style displays all the various menu choices in a vertical list.
Page 47: Backing Up Within A Menu
has a text label beneath it. Once the desired menu option is highlighted, press • You can also press the number corresponding to the menu choice. Note: For more information on changing the menu style between List and Icon, see "Changing the Phone’s Menu Style" on page 89. Backing Up Within a Menu To go to the previous menu: •...
Page 48: Viewing The Menus
Viewing the Menus 4: Missed Calls 6: Call Timers 1: Last Call Menu Diagram 2: Recent Calls The following list outlines your 3: Lifetime 4: Data Transferred phone’s menu structure: 5: Connection Time 1: Contacts 6: Reset Timer 1: List Entries 3: Messaging •...
Page 49 2: Save to Outbox • Online E-mail • Auto Save 5: IM & Chat • Prompt • Get New • Do Not Save • Online IM&Chat 3: Auto Delete Inbox 6: Short Codes • On 1: Short Code List • Off 4: Shop 4: Default Entry Mode 1: Wireless Web...
Page 50 • Automatic 2: Alarm #2 • Always On 3: Alarm #3 • Always Off • Schedule • Options 2: Digit Dialing • Automatic 1: View • Always On 2: Add new • Always Off 3: Jump To Date 3: Contacts •...
Page 51 1: Minute Beep • World Time • On • Scheduler • Off • Green Apple 2: Call Connect • Road • On • Tulips • Off 2: Downloads 3: Call Lost 3: Received Call • On 1: Caller ID • Off 1: No Image 4: No Service 2: Downloads...
Page 52 • Always Off • Display 7: Contrast • Alarms 1: Main Display • Browser • Shop 2: Front Display 8: Theme Color 2: Right Nav Key (Options • Purple same as Left key) • Blue 2: Call Setup • Green 1: Call Answer 3: Games/Tools •...
Page 53 • Data In Always • Yes 6: Advanced • No 1: Phone Info 4: Memory Usage 1: My Phone Number 5: Memory Manager 2: Software Version 1: Ringtones 3: Hardware Version 2: Wallpapers 4: ESN 3: Voice Memos 5: PRL 4: Java 6: Browser Version 7: TTY Mode...
Page 54: Contacts
Contacts Adding a New Contact Your phone can store up to 500 entries (numbers/e-mails/URLs) in different categories (Home, Office, Mobile, Pager, Fax, Alias, E-Mail, Others). Phone book capacity is based by number of entries not by number of contacts. To add a new entry: 1.
Page 55: Adding A Phone Number To A Contact Entry
5. Once the desired option is highlighted, press the navigation key down. 6. Enter the first few letters or entry # to locate the desired entry. • If you are searching By Group, then press the navigation key left or right to scroll through your groups. 7.
Page 56: Selecting A Ringer Type For An Entry
5. Press the left softkey for Options, followed by Edit the entry. 6. Press and hold to erase the entire number or press once to erase just the last number. 7. Enter the phone number using the keypad and press Selecting a Ringer Type for an Entry You can assign a ringer type to a Contacts entry so you can identify the caller by the ringer type.
Page 57: Assigning A Contact To A Group
Assigning a Contact to a Group You can assign a group name to your entries to help sort them. The preset group names in your phone are: • • Friends • • Family My Group • Colleagues To associate an existing number in your Contacts with a group: 1.
Page 58: Call History
Call History Viewing History You’ll find the Call History feature very helpful. It is a list of the last 20 phone numbers (or Contacts entries) for each of: recent calls, received calls, dialed calls, and missed calls. Call History makes redialing a number fast and easy.
Page 59: Call History Options
Call History Options For additional information on a particular call, highlight a Call History entry and press . The time and date of the call is displayed. You can also scroll between Call History entries by pressing the navigation key left or right. Press the left softkey for Options to select one of the following options for this entry:...
Page 60: Saving A Phone Number From Call History
Saving a Phone Number From Call History To save a phone number from Call History: 1. Press the left softkey for MENU. 2. Press for Call History. 3. Select Recent Calls , Received Calls Dialed Calls , or Missed Calls 4.
Page 61: Erasing Call History
4. Highlight the entry you want to prepend and press 5. Press the left softkey for Options, followed by Prepend the number. 6. Use the keypad to enter the desired numbers. 7. Press to call the prepended number. Erasing Call History To erase individual Call History entries, see “Call History Options”...
Page 62: Call Timers
Call Timers Call Timers allows you to check the time of the last call or the total air time (including data usage) since your phone was activated on the network. These times are not meant for billing purposes. To view a call timer: 1.
Page 63: Messaging
Messaging Now you can chat online, exchange text and email messages right from your phone and stay connected without saying a word. Within the Messaging menu you can also view the number of voice mail messages you have waiting for you. Voice Mail Setting Up Your Voice Mail All unanswered calls to your phone are automatically transferred to...
Page 64: New Voice Mail Message Alerts
New Voice Mail Message Alerts When you receive a new voice message, your phone alerts you and prompts you to call your voice mail. To call your voice mail: 1. Press the right softkey to View your message details. 2. Press the left softkey for Send to listen to the message.
Page 65: Text Messages
Using the menu to retrieve your messages 1. Press the left softkey for MENU. 2. Press for Messaging. 3. Press for Voice Mail. 4. Press for Inbox. 5. Press the left softkey to SEND:Listen to your messages. Note You are charged for airtime minutes when you are accessing your voice mail from your phone.
Page 66 To send a message 1. Press the left softkey for MENU. 2. Press for Messaging. 3. Press for Text. 4. Press for Send New. 5. Enter the phone number or name of the person to whom you’re sending a message. When you are finished, press •...
Page 67 To change the sending options of the message 1. Compose your message, following steps 1-6 listed above. 2. Select for Sending Options. 3. Select the option you wish to change. Press the navigation keys up and down to select an option and left and right to change the option.
Page 68 To save your message You can save a draft of your message prior to sending it. You can save the entire message as a draft, or you can save the text. 1. Compose your message, following steps 1-6 listed above. 2.
Page 69 2. Press to Reply. 3. Compose your reply message. For more information, see "To send a message" on page 60, beginning at step 6. Note: the address field is already filled in when replying to a message. Outbox/Sent This folder contains all the messages you have sent or are waiting to send.
Page 70 3. Press for Text. 4. Press for Templates. Your template messages appear in a list. 5. Highlight the desired template and press the left softkey for Options. Select one of the following options: • Create New: Select this option to create a new template. Creating a new template is similar to creating a text message.
Page 71: Erase Messages
5. Highlight the desired draft message and press the left softkey for Options. 6. Press to Edit. You can now add Send To addresses, edit your message or sending options. When you are ready to send your text message, press the left softkey Send.
Page 72 5. Press for Inbox, for Outbox, Templates, for Drafts, for Saved, or All Messages. 6. Press the navigation key left or right to select Yes and press Settings There are several options associated with messages. The Settings menu allows you to customize the options to fit your preferences. To access the Settings menu: 1.
Page 73 Save to Outbox: allows you to adjust whether sent messages are saved in your Outbox. Your options are: • Auto Save - automatically saves a copy of the outgoing message in the filed folder. • Prompt - prompts you to save a copy of the outgoing message.
Page 74: Web Alert
Auto Scrolling: The scroll timer allows you to set the length of time a message takes to scroll across the screen. Options are Off, Seconds 5 Seconds or 10 Seconds. Message Reminder: This option allows you to configure how often you are notified of new text messages. Options are Once, Off or Every 2 Minutes Memory Info This menu displays how much memory is available for messages.
Page 75: Im & Chat
5. Follow the on-screen instructions. IM & Chat Your phone is capable of engaging in online chat sessions. Consult with your Service Provider for more details. To access your chat session: 1. Press the left softkey for MENU. 2. Press for Messaging.
Page 76: Shop
Shop Wireless Web Your phone comes equipped with Wireless Web access through your browser. You can view specially designed version of popular sites which includes sports, weather, news, stock quotes etc..as well as downloadable ringtones and Wallpapers. When you launch the browser, the phone will connect to the Internet and the service indicator icon will display.
Page 77: Navigating The Wireless Web
phone can restart an active connection quickly; voice calls can be made and received. Navigating the Wireless Web Navigating through menus and Web sites during a web session is easy once you've learned a few basics. Here are some tips for getting around: Softkeys When browsing the Web, the bottom line of your phone's display...
Page 78: Downloading Ringtones, Wallpapers, Games, And Gps Applications
You'll find that the left softkey is used primarily for selecting items. • If the items on a page are numbered, you can use your keypad (number keys) to select an item. Links, which appear as underlined text, allow you to jump to different Web pages, select special functions, or even place phone calls.
Page 79 Ringtones Downloading Ringtones To download an available ringtone to your phone: 1. Press the left softkey for MENU. 2. Press for Shop. 3. Press for Ringtones. 4. Highlight Get New and press 5. The browser will launch and take you to the Ringtones download menu.
Page 80 5. You will be prompted with options on where to assign this ringtone (Voice Calls, Contacts entry, Messages, Alarms or Schedule). Press for Voice Calls. 6. Press for Caller ID or for No Caller ID. 7. Press to exit. Note Calls, You may assign a ringtone to multiple options (Voice Contacts entry, Messages, Alarm or Schedule).
Page 81: Games
1. Press the left softkey for MENU. 2. Press for Shop. 3. Press for Wallpaper. 4. Highlight Wallpaper and press 5. Highlight a Wallpaper and press the left softkey Option, followed by for Set As. 6. Press for Wallpaper. Note You may assign an Image to Wallpapers, Contacts entry, or Received Call.
Page 82: Tools
3. Press for GPS. 4. Highlight Get New and press 5. The browser will launch and take you to the GPS download menu. Tools Your phone is equipped with handy utility software. It can take memos, track important appointments, provide timely alarms and reminders and function as a calculator.
Page 83: Alarm Clock
Calculator Your phone comes with a built-in calculator. To use the calculator: 1. Press the left softkey for MENU. 2. Press for Shop. 3. Press for Tools. 4. Highlight Calculator and press 5. Enter a number with the keypad. (Press to insert a decimal point and/or to make the number negative or...
Page 84 5. Press , or to select an Alarm. 6. Press the navigation key left or right and select On. 7. Press the navigation key down once and then press it right or left to select AM or PM. 8. Press the navigation key down once and then use the keypad to enter the alarm time.
Page 85: Event Alerts
6. Enter the event description using the keypad and press Tip: For more information on entering text using the keypad, see "Entering Text" on page 20. 7. Enter the time and date for this event using the keypad. Press the navigation keys up and down to move between the various Time Setup options.
Page 86: Viewing Events
6. Press for Schedule. 7. Press the navigation key up or down to highlight the desired ringer or melody and press Viewing Events To view your scheduled events: 1. Press the left softkey for MENU. 2. Press for Shop. 3. Press for Tools.
Page 87: Erasing Events For A Day
Tip: For more information on entering text using the keypad, see "Entering Text" on page 20. 5. Edit the time and date for the event and press confirm. For information on editing the time and date, see ‘Schedule” on page 78. Erasing Events for a Day To delete one or more events for a day: 1.
Page 88 • If you have one or more composed memos, they are displayed. Press the left softkey for Options, followed for Add new. 5. Enter up to 60 characters in the memo using the keypad and press to Save. (For more details on entering characters, see "Entering Text"...
Page 89: World Clock
To view, edit, or erase a note: 1. From the Tools menu, highlight Note Pad and press 2. Use the navigation keys to scroll to the desired memo and press to view the memo details. 3. Press the left softkey for Options.
Page 90: Phone Settings
Phone Settings You can customize your phone’s display, sound and other settings to the way you like it. Sound Settings Ringer Volume You can adjust the volume of your phone using either the Menu or the volume keys on the side of your phone. To adjust the ringer volume from the menu: 1.
Page 91: Ringer Type
Ringer Type Different ringer types help you identify incoming calls and messages. You can assign ringer types to individual Contacts entries, types of calls, Scheduler entries, and types of messages. Selecting Ringer Types for Voice Calls Your phone provides a variety of ringer options that allow you to customize your ring and volume settings.
Page 92 6. Press for Voice Mail, for Text Messages or for Web Alert. 7. Press the navigation button up or down to select the desired Ringer. 8. Press to save and exit. Selecting Ringer Types for Alarms To select a ringer type for alarms: 1.
Page 93: Roam Ringer
• Call Lost- An alert tone is sounded when the signal fades and the connection is lost. • No Service- An alert tone is sounded when you come out of your coverage area. To enable or disable alert sounds: 1. Press the left softkey for MENU.
Page 94: Keypad Volume
5. Select Normal or Distinctive and press to save and exit. Keypad Volume To adjust the keypad volume: 1. Press the left softkey for MENU. 2. Press for Settings. 3. Press for Sounds. 4. Press for Keypad. 5. Press the navigation key right to increase or left to decrease the volume.
Page 95: Display Settings
1. Press the left softkey for MENU. 2. Press for Settings. 3. Press for Sounds. 4. Press for Tone Length. 5. Select Short or Long and press to save and exit. Power On/Off You can set the phone to generate a sound when powering on or off. To set the Power On/Off setting: 1.
Page 96: Changing The Wall Paper
Note: For more information on menu style’s, see "Menu Styles" on page 40. Changing the Wall Paper Your new phone offers options for what you see on the display screen when in standby mode. To change the display images: 1. Press the left softkey for MENU.
Page 97: Changing The Color Of Your Dialing Font
2. Press for Settings. 3. Press for Display. 4. Press for Received Call. 5. Press for Caller ID or for No Caller ID. 6. Press for No Image or for Downloads. • If you have selected Downloads, press the navigation key left or right until the desired image is displayed.
Page 98: Changing The Banner Text
• Hyphenate displays each block of digits separated by hyphens in a different color. 6. A sample of the new Dialing color appears onscreen. • If you selected Monochrome, press the navigation keys left or right to select your desired color and press •...
Page 99: Changing The Backlight Time Length
Changing the Backlight Time Length The backlight setting lets you select how long the display screen and keypad are illuminated after the handset is opened or any key press is made. To change the backlight setting: 1. Press the left softkey for MENU.
Page 100: Games/Tools
2. Press for Settings. 3. Press for Display. 4. Press for Contrast. 5. Press for Main Display or for Front Display. 6. Press the navigation keys left or right to adjust the contrast level and press to save your changes. Changing Your Display’s Theme Colour 1.
Page 101 Changing the Volume Settings The Volume setting lets you adjust the volume level for games or tool is being used. 1. Press the left softkey for MENU. 2. Press for Settings. 3. Press for Games/Tools. 4. Press for Volume. 5. Use the left and right navigation key to select the volume and press to save and exit.
Page 102: Gps Status
GPS Status Your phone’s GPS feature enables service providers to locate your position or emergency and other services. 1. Press the left softkey for MENU. 2. Press for Settings. 3. Press for GPS Status 4. Use the navigation keys to select On or Emergency Only and press to save and exit.
Page 103: Call Setup
• • Voice Dial Shop 7. Press to save and exit. Call Setup Call Answer To set the actions required to answer an incoming call: 1. Press the left softkey for MENU. 2. Press for Settings. 3. Press for Setup. 4.
Page 104 Auto-Prepend When the Auto-Prepend feature is turned on, your phone automatically inserts a predetermined set of digits and symbols at the beginning of any number entered. For example, you could enter a ‘1’ if all your calls are going to be long-distance. 1.
Page 105 Note: For more information security codes, see "Locking Your Phone" on page 104. 7. Press for Dialed Call. 8. Using the navigation keys, select Allow All, Contacts Only or Special# Only and press Auto-Hyphen When the Auto-Hyphen feature is turned on, your phone automatically inserts dashes between blocks of numbers, making them easier to read.
Page 106: Data Setup
2. Press for Settings. 3. Press for Setup. 4. Press for Language. 5. Press the navigation key up or down to select English or French. 6. Press to save and exit. Data Setup Your phone is capable of sending and receiving digital data and fax calls when connected to a computing device (laptop, desktop, hand held, palmtop, etc.) running the Windows operating system.
Page 107: Advanced
• Fax In Always: No Voice Calls can be received. Only allows incoming Fax calls. • Data In Once: No voice calls can be received. Allows one incoming data transmission and then reverts to Off • Data In Always: No voice calls can be received. Only allows incoming data transmissions.
Page 108: Memory Usage
Security For more information on Security settings, see "Phone Security" on page 104. Memory Usage The Memory Usage screen tells you how much of your phone’s memory is used and how much remains available. 1. Press the left softkey for MENU. 2.
Page 109: Airplane Mode
Tip: If you want to delete all the files in a category, press the left softkey for Options and select Erase All. Airplane Mode Airplane Mode allows you to use many of your phone’s features, such as Notepad or Scheduler, etc., when you are in an airplane or in any other area where making or receiving calls or data is prohibited.
Page 110: Phone Security
Phone Security Accessing the Security Menu All of your phone’s security settings are available through the Security menu. You must enter your lock code to view the Security menu. To access the Security menu: 1. Press the left softkey for MENU. 2.
Page 111: Special
Changing the Lock Code To change your lock code: 1. From the Security menu, press for Change Lock. 2. Enter your new lock code. Your new lock code must have 4 digits. 3. Re-enter your new lock code. Calling in Lock Mode You can place calls to 911 and to your special numbers when in lock mode.
Page 112: Erasing The Contacts
Note There are no Speed Dial options associated with special numbers. Erasing the Contacts To erase all the names and phone numbers in your Contacts: 1. From the Security menu, press for Erase Contacts. 2. Using the navigation key, select Yes and press permanently delete.
Page 113: Safety
Safety Getting the Most Out of Your Reception Keeping Tabs on Signal Strength The quality of each call you make or receive depends on the signal strength in your area. Your phone informs you of the current signal strength by displaying a number of bars next to the signal strength icon.
Page 114 reviewing the available body of research. In 1993, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted this updated standard in a regulation. In August 1996, the FCC adopted hybrid standard consisting of the existing ANSI/IEEE standard and the guidelines published by the National Council of Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP).
Page 115 Using Your Phone While Driving Talking on your phone while driving (or operating the phone without a hands-free device) is prohibited in some jurisdictions. Laws vary as to specific restrictions. Remember that safety always comes first. When using your phone in the car: •...
Page 116 Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio frequency (RF) signals. However, RF signals from wireless phones may affect inadequately shielded electronic equipment. RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic operating systems and/or entertainment systems in motor vehicles.
Page 117: Caring For The Battery
The guidelines listed below help you get the most out of your battery’s performance. • Use only Samsung approved batteries and travel adapters. These chargers are designed to maximize battery life. Using other batteries or chargers voids your warranty and may cause damage.
Page 118 • In order to avoid damage, charge the battery only in temperatures that range from 32º F to 113º F (0º C to 45º C). • Don’t use the battery charger in direct sunlight or in high humidity areas, such as the bathroom. •...
Page 119: Acknowledging Special Precautions And Industry Canada Notice
Acknowledging Special Precautions and Industry Canada Notice Only use approved batteries, antennas, and chargers. The use of any unauthorized accessories may be dangerous and will invalidate the phone warranty if said accessories cause damage or a defect to the phone. Although your phone is quite sturdy, it is a complex piece of hardware and can be broken.
Page 120 • Reorient / relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit difference from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) for Wireless Phones The SAR is a value that corresponds to the relative amount of RF energy absorbed in the head of a user of a wireless handset.
Page 121: Owner's Record
Owner’s Record The model number, regulatory number and serial number are located on a nameplate inside the battery compartment. Record the serial number in the space provided below. This will be helpful if you need to contact us about your phone in the future. Model: SCH-a645 Serial No.: User Guide Proprietary Notice...
Page 122: Warranty
80% of rated capacity or the battery leaks, and this Limited Warranty does not cover any battery if: (i) the battery has been charged by a battery charger not specified or approved by SAMSUNG for charging the battery; (I) any of the seals on the battery are broken or show evidence of tampering; or (IA) the battery has been used in equipment other than the SAMSUNG phone for which it is specified.
Page 123 SAMSUNG. If SAMSUNG determines that any Product is not covered by this Limited Warranty, Purchaser must pay all parts, shipping, and labor charges for the repair or return of such Product. What Are the Limits On SAMSUNG's Liability? EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY CONTAINED HEREIN, PURCHASER TAKES THE PRODUCT "AS IS,"...
Page 124 This Limited Warranty allocates risk of Product failure between Purchaser and SAMSUNG, and SAMSUNG's Product pricing reflects this allocation of risk and the limitations of liability contained in this Limited Warranty. The agents, employees, distributors, and dealers of SAMSUNG are not authorized to make modifications to this Limited Warranty, or make additional warranties binding on SAMSUNG.
Page 125: Index
Entering Text Index ABC Mode 22 Selecting a Character Input Mode 20 Symbols and Numbers 23 T9 Text Input 21 Alert Notification 86 Erasing Content 106 Auto-Answer 97 Auto-Hyphen 99 Font changing the colour 91 Backlight 93 Battery Capacity 10 Charging 11 Greeting 92 Disposal 112...
Page 126 Calling a Number From 19 Editing Entries 49 Voice Dial Erasing 106 Adapting Voice Dial 32 Finding Entries 48 Changing Voice Dial Prompts Phone Number Displaying 13 Changing Voice Dial Sensitivity Phone Numbers Saving 17 Changing Voice Launch 37 With Pauses 18 Customizing 32 Voice Mail Clearing 59...

Samsung SCH-a645 Series User Manual

Getting Started

Phone Basics

Roaming

Voice Services

Navigating through Menus

Contacts

Call History

Messaging

Shop

Tools

Phone Settings

Phone Security

Safety

Warranty

Index

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