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Samsung SCH-a870 Series User Manual

Samsung SCH-a870 Series User Manual

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M O B I L E
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User Guide
Please read this manual before operating your
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  • Page 1 SCH-a870 Series P O R T A B L E T R I - M O D E M O B I L E P H O N E User Guide Please read this manual before operating your phone, and keep it for future reference.
  • Page 2 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its related entities. 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.
  • Page 3 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.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Section 6: Understanding Your Contacts ...50 Contacts ...51 Finding a Contacts Entry ...52 Adding a New Contacts Entry ...53 Editing a Contacts Entry ...54 Saving a Number After a Call ...58 Speed Dial ...59 Contacts Groups ...61 Deleting a Contacts Entry ...64 Memory Info ...64 Section 7: Messaging ...65...
  • Page 5 Send Picture Messages in Camera Mode ...67 Send Picture Messages in Standby Mode ...69 Receive Messages ...71 Handwritten Messages ...73 Postcard Messages ...73 Message Folders ...74 Erase Messages ...79 Message Settings ...80 Section 8: easyedge ... 83 easyedge Features ...84 Accessing easyedge ...84...
  • Page 6 UL Certified Travel Adapter ...145 Consumer Information on Wireless Phones ...145 Road Safety ...151 Operating Environment ...152 Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices ...152 Potentially Explosive Environments ...154 Emergency Calls ...154 FCC Notice and Cautions ...155 Other Important Safety Information ...156 Product Performance ...

  • Page 7: Section 1: Getting Started

    • Charging the Battery • Setting Up Your Voicemail This section explains how to start using your phone by activating your service, setting up your voicemail, or getting an understanding of how this manual is put together. Section 1: Getting Started...

  • Page 8: Understanding This User Manual

    Important: You must fully charge the battery the first time you use your phone, otherwise you could damage the battery. You can use your phone while the battery is charging, but the battery will take longer to recharge. Insert the top end of the battery first, matching the gold contacts on the inside of the battery to those on the phone.
  • Page 9 Note: If you are outside of your carrier’s coverage or roaming area, the No Service icon ( the top of the phone’s display. If you cannot place or receive calls, try later when service is available, or at another location.

  • Page 10: Charging The Battery

    120 VAC or 220 VAC wall outlet. Note: For connection to an electrical supply not located in the U.S., you must use an adaptor of the proper configuration for the power outlet. Use of the wrong adapter could damage your phone and void your warranty.

  • Page 11: Setting Up Your Voicemail

    Voicemail allows callers to leave voice messages, which can be retrieved any time. Note: Once your voicemail account has been set up, you can use the Voicemail folder (under the Message menu) to view details of voice messages in your voicemail box.

  • Page 12: Section 2: Understanding 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.

  • Page 13: Features Of Your Phone

    • ® Bluetooth Wireless Technology ** ** The SCH-A870 supports the wireless handsfree profile, serial port profile, and dial-up networking profile for Bluetooth® wireless technology. The SCH-A870 does not support Bluetooth OBEX profiles. Closed View of Your Phone 1. Headset Jack 2.
  • Page 14 Features 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. Camera Lens — The lens of your built-in camera.

  • Page 15: Open View Of Your Phone

    6. Special Function Keys Features Earpiece — 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.

  • Page 16: Command Keys

    Alpha-numeric Keys — Use these keys to enter numbers, letters, and characters. End Key — Ends a call. If you press and hold the END key, the power goes On or Off. When you receive an incoming call, press the END key to send the call to voicemail.

  • Page 17: Right Soft Key

    In standby mode, press the Contacts ( right) soft key ( list (Find screen). • When the right soft key function is Back, press the Back ( right) soft key ( back up one menu level. • When the right soft key function is Options, press the Options (right) soft key ( and a pop-up menu appears.

  • Page 18: Understanding The Display Screen

    — to activate the camera built into your phone. Speakerphone Key In standby mode, press and hold the Speaker Phone key ( ) to switch from using the earpiece to the speaker (speaker phone option). Use the volume keys — located on the left side of your phone —...
  • Page 19 They go off when no keys are pressed within a period of time set in the Backlight menu. Note: During a phone call, the display backlights dim and turn off after ten seconds to conserve battery power, regardless of the Backlight setting.

  • Page 20: Your Phone's Modes

    Send Only — Only pressing Flip Open — Opening the phone’s flip or pressing Tip: You can set your phone to answer calls automatically, without any input from you. (See "Auto Answer" on page 132 for more information.) Use the navigation keys to highlight an option.
  • Page 21 In standby mode, you will see the time, day, and date as well as all phone status icons. While in standby mode, enter a phone number, and press a call. Press to return to standby mode. Receive Messages in Standby Mode You can receive messages in standby mode.
  • Page 22 Tip: You can also enter the Volume sub-menu by pressing the MENU key ( , and keys. Use the volume key on the left side of your phone to adjust the ringer volume settings. Note: The Vibrate icon ( ) appears in the display when the phone is in Vibrate mode. The Vibrate/High icon ( ) appears in the display when the phone is in or Vibrate/High mode.

  • Page 23: Section 3: Call Functions

    • 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. Section 3: Call Functions...

  • Page 24: Making A Call

    Enter the number that you wish to call, then press the Note: Puerto Rico and Canada are on the North American dialing plan. When making calls to Puerto Rico and Canada it is similar to making calls within the United States, no unique country codes are necessary.
  • Page 25 Tip: 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. 1-Touch Dialing Use 1-touch dialing to speed dial Contacts from 001 (Voicemail) through 009.
  • Page 26 Note: End Calls Before relaunching the VoiceSignal voice recognition software — When you use Voice Dialing to make a call, you must end that call before you can use other Voice Commands. See for more information. Use the Call command to dial any number stored in your Contacts list by saying the name of the contact (Name Dialing).
  • Page 27 “Did you say?” followed by the first number on the list. Say “Yes” to confirm the number or “No” to hear the next one, or use the keypad to select the correct number from the list. (See “Choice Lists” on page 116, for more information.)

  • Page 28: Answering A Call

    Tip: Assign pictures to Contacts entries. The entry’s assigned picture appears in the display when you receive a call from that entry. See "Assigning a Picture to a Contacts Entry" on page 56. The phone continues to notify you of the call until one of the following events occur: •...

  • Page 29: Call Answer

    Sounds), (for Volume), and Note: The vibrate icon ( ) appears in the display when the phone is in Vibrate mode. The vibrate plus ring icon ( ) appears in the display when the phone is in Vibrate/High mode. Call Answer Select from three methods for answering calls.
  • Page 30 Silence an Incoming Ring During an incoming call, any of the following keys can be pressed to silence the ringer: • The Up or Down volume key ( ) on the left side of the phone Ignore an Incoming Call Ignored calls are immediately forwarded to Voicemail.

  • Page 31: Calls

    Tip: To quickly view a list of your most recent calls (outgoing, incoming, and missed), briefly press the key in standby mode. The All Calls screen, listing up to 270 of your most recent calls, appears in the display.

  • Page 32: Incoming Calls

    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 key ( for Missed Calls.

  • Page 33: All Calls

    All Calls The 270 most recent calls (outgoing, incoming, and missed) are stored in the All calls log. Review the All calls log for the time and date of a recent call, as well as other information. In standby mode, press the MENU key ( for All Calls.

  • Page 34: Call Timer

    Call Timer View the duration of your last call, total calls, and calls made during the life of your phone using the Call timer feature. Call timer is not for billing purposes. In standby mode, press the MENU key ( for Call Timer.
  • Page 35 Press to exit the Data Counter screen. Note: Although other data counters can be reset, only the Lifetime Data Counter can never be reset. Store Numbers from Call Logs Store numbers from your Outgoing, Incoming, and Missed call logs to Contacts.
  • Page 36 Press the No (right) soft key ( Yes (left) soft key ( Note: If the selected call is locked, “Entry is locked” appears in the display. To erase the call, you must first Unlock it. Erase All Calls In standby mode, press the MENU key ( Press the corresponding number on the keypad to view call logs for the following call types.

  • Page 37: Section 4: 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. Section 4: Menu Navigation...

  • Page 38: Menu Navigation

    Style menu. Tip: You can launch any of the Main Menus by using a voice command — In standby mode, press and hold until the phone prompts, “Say a command.” Say “Go to” followed by a Main Menu name into the microphone.

  • Page 39: Navigate Using A Shortcut

    Before you can navigate using a shortcut, you’ll need the menu or sub-menu number that you wish to access. Tip: Use the list of menus and sub menus, which begins on page 39, to navigate using shortcuts. In standby mode, press the MENU key ( Press the number of the menu, sub menu, and so on for the feature that you wish to access.
  • Page 40 1.4.5 Friends Memory Info Calls Outgoing Calls Incoming Calls Missed Calls All Calls Call Timer Data Counter Messages Send Message 3.1.1 Text Message 3.1.2 Picture Message 3.1.3 Handwritten Message 3.1.4 Postcard Inbox Outbox Drafts Voicemail Erase Messages 3.6.1 Inbox 3.6.2 Outbox 3.6.3 Drafts...

  • Page 41: Text Message

    Voicemail # 3.7.1.5 Entry Mode 3.7.1.6 Callback # 3.7.1.7 Signature 3.7.1.8 Reminder 3.7.2.1 Auto View 3.7.2.2 Signature 3.7.2.3 Auto Scroll 3.7.3.1 Auto Receive 3.7.3.2 Signature 5.2.1.1 My Images 5.2.1.2 Preset Images 5.2.2.1 My Images 5.2.2.2 Preset Images Section 4: Menu Navigation...
  • Page 42 5.3.2 Front Clock Theme Dialing Font 5.5.1 Style 5.5.2 Size Banner Backlight 5.7.1 Main Display 5.7.2 Keypad 5.7.3 Brightness Contrast Sounds Volume 6.1.1 Voice Calls 6.1.2 Messages 6.1.3 Alarms Ringer Type 6.2.1 Voice Calls 6.2.2 Messages 6.2.1.1 My Ringtones 6.2.1.2 My Sounds 6.2.2.1...
  • Page 43 Voice Service 8.1.1 Voice Command 8.1.2 Voice Settings 8.1.2.1 Choice Lists 8.1.2.2 Sensitivity 8.1.2.3 Digit Dialing 8.1.2.3.1 Adapt Digits 8.1.2.3.2 Reset Digits 8.1.2.4 Sound 8.1.2.4.1 Prompts 8.1.2.4.2 Digits 8.1.2.4.3 Names 8.1.2.4.4 Name Settings 8.1.2.5 Voice Launch Section 4: Menu Navigation...
  • Page 44 Bluetooth Calendar Memo Pad Alarm Clock 8.5.1 Alarm 1 8.5.2 Alarm 2 8.5.3 Alarm 3 World Time Calculator Stop Watch Converter Tip Calculator Settings Location Call Settings 9.2.1 Restriction 9.2.2 Call Answer 9.2.3 Auto Answer 9.2.4 Auto Retry 9.2.5 TTY Mode 9.2.6 Voice Privacy...
  • Page 45 9.3.7.2 9.3.8 Quick Search 9.3.9 PC Connection Memory Info Phone Info 9.5.1 Phone Number 9.5.2 Icon Glossary 9.5.3 Version Lock Phone Change Lock Emergency # 9.3.4.3.1 9.3.4.3.2 Empty 9.3.4.3.3 Empty Reset Phone Set Time Set Date Section 4: Menu Navigation...

  • Page 46: Section 5: Entering Text

    This section outlines how to select the desired text input mode when entering characters into your phone. This section also describes how to use the T9 predictive text entry system to reduce the number of key strokes you must make when entering text.

  • Page 47: Changing The Text Entry Mode

    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 spelling. (T9 Word mode offers the same letter options as Abc mode. Press the key to change letter options.)

  • Page 48: Using Abc Mode

    Press to enter a space. Entering Symbols Symbol mode enables you to enter symbols such as “@” or “%” into a text message. In standby mode, press the Message (left) soft key ( (for Send Message) and Enter the phone number of the recipient, then press Msg screen appears in the display.

  • Page 49: Entering Numbers

    The current text input mode is highlighted. Use the navigation keys to highlight Symbols, then press appears in the display. Use the Left and Right soft keys to page through the other symbols, if desired. Press the key that corresponds with the symbol that you wish to enter. For...

  • Page 50: Section 6: Understanding Your Contacts

    • Deleting a Contacts Entry • Memory Info This section details how you can manage your daily contacts by storing their names and numbers in your Contacts list. You can have your Contacts entries sorted by name, entry, or group.

  • Page 51: Contacts

    Contacts. The following options appear in the display: Find — Find a phone number By Name. Tip: You can also access the Find option from standby mode, by pressing the Contacts (right) soft key Add New Entry — Add a number or e-mail address to your Contacts.

  • Page 52: Finding A Contacts Entry

    Use the VoiceSignal Contacts command to view contact information for any named contact stored in your Contacts list by saying the name. Note: The Contacts command shows the requested contact information in the display but does not dial any phone numbers for the contact.

  • Page 53: Adding A New Contacts Entry

    The Find screen appears in the display with the Go To field highlighted, followed by the first few names in your Contacts list. Tip: You can also access the Find screen from standby mode by pressing the MENU key ( pressing (for Contacts) and Enter a name as entered in Contacts.

  • Page 54: Editing A Contacts Entry

    The Add New Entry screen appears in the display with the Name field highlighted. Enter the name of the new entry. (See "Section 5: Entering Text" on page 46 for more information.) Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight one of the following...
  • Page 55 Note: You can enter multiple 2-Sec Pauses to extend the length of a pause. For example, two consecutive 2- Sec Pauses cause a total pause time of four seconds. Keep in mind that pauses count as digits towards the 32-digit maximum.
  • Page 56 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.
  • Page 57 ( ). The following options appear in the display: Take New Pic — Activate camera to take a picture to use as a Photo ID. (See "Taking Pictures" on page 98 for more information.) Online Album — Connects your phone to your online photo album. (Contact U.S.

  • Page 58: Saving A Number After A Call

    Saving a Number After a Call Once you finish a call, you can store the caller’s number to your Contacts list. Note: If the call was incoming and Caller ID information was unavailable, then the Save option is also unavailable.

  • Page 59: Speed Dial

    Enter a name for the new entry (see "Section 5: Entering Text" on page 46 for more information). Press the key. The new entry is saved to your Contacts list. Add to an Existing Entry Use the navigation keys to highlight Update Existing and press the key.
  • Page 60 Unassigned Speed Dial number in the Go To field using the keypad. Important! Do not enter Speed Call numbers 001, 211, 311, 411, 611, or 911. These numbers are already assigned to Voicemail (001), to special network features (211, 311, 411, and 611), and to emergency use (911).

  • Page 61: Contacts Groups

    Add Contacts Entry to a Group Using Create/Edit Contact Option To add a Contact to a Group using either the Create Contact option or the Edit Contact option, do the following: Create a Contacts entry (see "Adding a New Contacts Entry" on page 53 for more information) or find a Contacts entry (see "Finding a Contacts...
  • Page 62 Do one of the following: Press the Mark All (right) soft key ( Use the navigation keys to highlight an entry you want to add to the group, then press the MARK key ( Repeat as needed to check all the desired Contacts.
  • Page 63 Rename a Group The Rename option lets you change the name any of the Groups, except No Group. In standby mode, press the MENU key ( Contacts) and Use the navigation keys to highlight the Group name that you wish to...

  • Page 64: Deleting A Contacts Entry

    Contact. Press the No (right) soft key ( Memory Info The Memory Info menu option lets you view the amount of memory you have used to store Contacts entries, as well as the memory remaining to store more Contacts entries.

  • Page 65: Section 7: Messaging

    This section explains how to send or receive different types of messages. This section also describes the features and functionality associated with messaging. Tip: To launch the Messages menu using a voice command — In standby mode, press and hold until the phone prompts, “Say a command.”...

  • Page 66: Types Of Messages

    Handwritten Message — Create and send special picture messages in which the picture is of a handwritten note. You can add text and/or sounds to the message. Postcard — Create and send special picture messages in which two pictures are merged into one before sending.

  • Page 67: Send Picture Messages In Camera Mode

    Picture message with a voice memo or preloaded sound. Tip: You can send a Picture message to up to ten recipients. Separate each recipient’s address or phone number with a comma in the Send to field of the Picture message composer.
  • Page 68 Tip: Press the Add (right) soft key ( recipient, select a Group as recipient, browse the Recent Calls log for a recipient, or send the Picture message to the OnlineAlbum. Press the key to move the cursor to the Subject field, then enter a subject for the Picture message using the keypad.

  • Page 69: Send Picture Messages In Standby Mode

    Note: You can record and insert a voice memo of up to 60 seconds in length if you record first before attaching a picture. (See "Record a Voice Memo" on page 110 for more information.) If a picture is attached before recording, the size of the voice memo is limited to the amount of remaining memory.
  • Page 70 Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight the desired text input mode, then press the Tip: You can also change the text entry mode by pressing and holding the capitalization mode by momentarily pressing the At any point while composing the picture message, press the Options...

  • Page 71: Receive Messages

    Note: You can record and insert a voice memo of up to 60 seconds in length if you record first before attaching a picture. (See "Record a Voice Memo" on page 110 for more information.) If a picture is attached before recording, the size of the voice memo is limited to the amount of remaining memory.
  • Page 72 Receive Text Messages While in a Call When you receive a text message while in a call, the message alert sounds (unless turned off) and New Message pops-up in the display, along with the closed envelope icon ( ). The following options also appear in the display: •...

  • Page 73: Handwritten Messages

    See "Simple Snap Shot" on page 98 for more information. Tip: For best results, write your message on white or light-colored, unruled paper (that is, no lines). Use the Left and Right navigation keys to increase magnification of (“zoom in on”) the message, as needed.

  • Page 74: Message Folders

    See "Handwritten Messages" on page 73 for more information. Tip: For best results, write your message on white or light-colored, unruled paper (that is, no lines). Use the Left and Right navigation keys to increase magnification of (“zoom in on”) the message, as needed.
  • Page 75 Message screen or the Forward-Pic Msg screen appears in the display. Resend — Re-send the highlighted message to the original recipient. Lock / Unlock — Block a message from being erased or free a message to be erased. Add To Contacts — Add the recipient’s number or e-mail address to your Contacts.
  • Page 76 Drafts Folder Messages in the Drafts folder are those that have been composed but never sent. You can return to the Drafts folder at any time to view, edit, or send a draft message. Create a Draft Message In standby mode, press the Message (left) soft key ( (for Send Message).
  • Page 77 Use the navigation keys to highlight the draft text message that you wish to edit, then press the EDIT key ( appears in the display with the message Text field showing. Use the keypad to add to or change the message text.
  • Page 78 Press the Down navigation key until the Pic field is highlighted to add a picture to the message or to change the picture. Press the Images (left) soft key ( the display. Do one of the following: Use the navigation keys to highlight a photo to insert into your picture message,...

  • Page 79: Erase Messages

    Erase (left) soft key ( confirm the erasure. Note: If the selected message is locked. The “Cannot erase msg locked.” appears in the display. To erase the message, you must first unlock it. (See "Message Folders" on page 74 for more information.)

  • Page 80: Message Settings

    Drafts — Deletes all unlocked messages stored in the Draft folder. All Messages — Deletes all unlocked messages stored in all of the message folders. Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight the folder containing the messages that you wish to delete.
  • Page 81 The Quick Text menu appears in the display with your new Quick Text entry highlighted. Tip: You can also create new Quick Text by using the Save Quick Text option in your Message Folders’ Options menus. See "Message Folders" on page 74 for more information.
  • Page 82 Signature — Create a signature, which can be attached at the bottom of outgoing messages (see Insert Sign. above). Use the navigation keys to highlight the desired setting. Press the to enter the highlighted option’s sub menu.

  • Page 83: Section 8: Easyedge Sm

    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. For more information, contact U.S.

  • Page 84: Easyedge Sm Features

    Tip: To launch the easyedge menu using a voice command — In standby mode, press and hold until the phone prompts, “Say a command.” Say “Go to easyedge” into the microphone. Use the navigation keys to highlight the desired easyedge press the key.
  • Page 85 What do I pay? When you buy an application, you will be charged for the purchase cost of the application and the data usage to download it. Charges will also apply when you use applications that require data usage, such as downloading information and sending text messages.
  • Page 86 A Demo app is free and is designed to demonstrate the application’s main features. It usually expires after a certain period of time or a number of uses ahd often has limited functions. When you run a demo application, you will be presented with a purchase option so you won’t have to look for the application in the easyedge...
  • Page 87 Disabled Applications You can install new applications even if the memory of your phone is full by partially removing (disabling) applications you haven’t used recently. When you need to use a disabled application, you can restore it at no additional purchase cost.

  • Page 88: Section 9: Display

    Wallpaper — Choose the images that appear in the background of your phone’s front and main displays while your phone is closed or in standby mode. Clock Format current time in your phone’s front and main displays while your phone is closed or in standby mode. —...

  • Page 89: Menu Style

    Contrast Lets you set display contrast. Tip: To launch the Display menu using a voice command — In standby mode, press and hold the phone prompts, “Say a command.” Say “Go to Display” into the microphone. Use the navigation keys to highlight a sub menu.

  • Page 90: Clock Format

    Analog — The current time appears as sweep hand positions on a clock image. Individual hours appear as Roman numerals (I – XII). Note: When you select the Analog option for the Front Display, the current date does not appear in the front display, neither does any selected Front Display wallpaper.

  • Page 91: Dialing Font

    Backlight You can set the backlight for your display or keypad to remain on for a specified period of time or remain on as long as the folder is open. Note: Prolonged backlight use drains your battery faster.

  • Page 92: Contrast

    Display) and display Main Display — Sets the time the internal display backlight remains on after a period of inactivity. Optional settings are: 7 seconds, 15 seconds, 30 seconds, Always On, and Always Off. Keypad — Sets the amount of time the keypad backlight remains on after a period of inactivity.

  • Page 93: Section 10: Sounds

    This section shows you how to customize your phone’s audio properties, such as ringers, keypad tones, alerts, shut down sounds, and more. Tip: To launch the Sounds menu using a voice command — In standby mode, press and hold until the phone prompts, “Say a command.”...

  • Page 94: Volume

    In standby mode, press the MENU key ( Sounds) and display: Voice Calls — Lets you set your phone to be silent, play a sound, and/or vibrate in response to incoming calls. Messages — Lets you set your phone to be silent, play a sound, and/or vibrate in response to incoming messages.

  • Page 95: Alerts

    Ringer Type. Alerts You can set your phone to sound an alert whenever you enter or leave your service area, connect or disconnect a call, and other options. In standby mode, press the MENU key (...

  • Page 96: Dynamic Vibration

    In standby mode, press the MENU key ( Sounds) and Use the navigation keys to highlight On or Off key to save your setting. You are returned to the Key Tone sub ), then press for Dynamic Vibration then press the (for key.

  • Page 97: Section 11: Camera

    • The Photo Gallery • Point, Click, and Send a Photo Use your SCH-A870 phone to take full color digital pictures, display them on your phone’s vivid color display, and instantly share them with family and friends. It’s fun, and as easy to use as a traditional point-and-click camera. This section explains how you can do the following: •...

  • Page 98: Taking Pictures

    Multimedia) and for Camera. Note: You can use the camera with the phone closed. Simply press and hold the Camera key to launch the camera. Then briefly press the Camera key to take a picture. Point the camera at your subject.

  • Page 99: Saving Pictures

    • Take — Pressing the the display. Pressing the Camera key ( ) on the right side of the phone also takes the picture. • Options — Pressing the right soft key ( settings. Camera Screen Icons Camera Resolution setting. (You can change the camera resolution setting. See "Camera Options"...

  • Page 100: Camera Options

    Resolution Change the size (in bytes) of your pictures using the Resolution setting. Options are High, Med, and Low. In camera mode, press the Options (right) soft key ( Use the navigation keys to highlight Resolution, and press the...
  • Page 101 Note: The resolution setting affects zoom capabilities. When resolution is set to High, zoom is not available. When resolution is set to Medium, X1 and X2 are available. When resolution is set to Low, X1, X2, and X3 zoom settings are available.
  • Page 102 You’re returned to the camera viewfinder screen. Shutter Sounds 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.

  • Page 103: Zoom

    Note: The resolution setting affects zoom capabilities. When resolution is set to High, zoom is not available. When resolution is set to Medium, X1 and X2 are available. When resolution is set to Low, X1, X2, and X3 zoom settings are available.

  • Page 104: Brightness

    The Photo Gallery Saved pictures are stored in the My Images folder. You can browse the pictures one at a time (expanded mode), or view several pictures at once in thumbnail format. In standby mode, briefly press the Camera key ( ). The Camera viewfinder screen appears in the display.

  • Page 105: Point, Click, And Send A Photo

    Point, Click, and Send a Photo Take a photo and send it to anyone with a compatible device in a few easy steps. In standby mode, press and hold the Camera key ( ) to activate the camera.

  • Page 106: Section 12: Multimedia

    Section 12: Multimedia Topics Covered • Accessing Multimedia • My Images • My Ringtones • My Sounds This section outlines your phone’s multimedia functions and key features associated with multimedia.

  • Page 107: Accessing Multimedia

    My Sounds — Lets you assign sound files as ringers for Ringtone (calls), Contact ID, and Alert Tone. Tip: To launch the Multimedia menu using a voice command — In standby mode, press and hold until the phone prompts, “Say a command.” Say “Go to Multimedia” into the microphone.

  • Page 108: My Ringtones

    Press the Set As (left) soft key ( The following options appear in the display: Ringtone — Lets you assign the selected ringtone to incoming voice calls. Contact ID — Lets you assign the selected ringtone as the distinctive ringer for a Contact. ), then press for My Ringtones.

  • Page 109: My Sounds

    Press the Options (right) soft key ( For a recorded 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. ), then press for My Sounds.
  • Page 110 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.
  • Page 111 Tip: You can also set your phone to record a Voice Memo while in a call. This lets you record the phone call. See "In-Use Menu" on page 30 for more information. Press the key, then start speaking. As it is recording the phone displays a countdown timer that shows the seconds remaining for the recording.
  • Page 112 Lock / Unlock — Prevent/allow deletion of this sound file. Erase all — Erase all unlocked sounds. Sound Info — Shows the name, size, type, and date for this sound file. Use the navigation keys to highlight an option, then press the...

  • Page 113: Section 13: Tools

    • World Time • Calculator • Stop Watch • Converter • Tip Calculator This section explains how to use your phone’s digital assistant functionality to schedule events, set reminders, create a “to do” list, perform calculations, and more. Section 13: Tools 113...

  • Page 114: Tools Menu

    Memo Pad — Lets you store and review useful information. Alarm Clock — Lets you set an alarm to go off once, or daily, at a specified time. World Time — Lets you view the current time of day or night in another part of the world.
  • Page 115 Note: Speaking clearly, say the command that you want to use. If, after a few seconds, the device has not recognized a command, it prompts you to repeat the command. If, after a few more seconds, it still has not recognized a command, it tells you “Sorry, no match found,”...
  • Page 116 Choice Lists VoiceSignal uses choice lists when it is not confident it has correctly recognized a name or number. In this case, it can display a list of up to three possible choices, and prompt you to confirm the correct one.
  • Page 117 Note: After you adapt Digit Dial, your phone is customized to your voice, and your voice only. Others will not be able to use it unless they reset the phone to factory defaults.
  • Page 118 Press the key to reset digit dialing and exit. Sound Sound lets you specify what (if any) text prompts you want your phone to read to you through the earpiece. In standby mode, press the MENU key ( Tools), and for Sound.

  • Page 119: Bluetooth

    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.
  • Page 120 Connecting to a Bluetooth Device From the Device list, Highlight the device and press the If you are unable to pair with the device a popup appears in the display. Press the Yes soft key to retry. ), then press key.

  • Page 121: Calendar

    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.

  • Page 122: Memo Pad

    Memo Pad You can create a notes and store them in Memo Pad. You can’t prioritize or set an alert for stored notes. Return to Memo Pad anytime you wish to review and edit your notes.

  • Page 123: Alarm Clock

    Once set, the alarm clock is easy to change or turn off completely. Note: The alarm doesn’t function when the phone is turned off. If the time for an alarm that was set for Once has elapsed and the phone is off, the alarm occurs at the same time on the following day.

  • Page 124: World Time

    Use the navigation keys to highlight Dismiss, then press the silence the alarm. If the alarm was set as a Daily alarm, the alarm icon remains in the top of the display. If the alarm was set as a Mon.-Fri., the alarm icon remains in the top of the display.

  • Page 125: Calculator

    Use the Left and Right navigation keys to display the time zone and city that you wish to view. The following time zones/cities are supported: EST/EDT: Detroit Washington D.C New York Montreal Boston Cape Verde Berlin Moscow New Delhi Hong Kong...

  • Page 126: Stop Watch

    Press to change the sign for a number to a negative. Use the navigation keys to set the type of calculation that you wish to perform. Your choices are as follows: Up navigation key — [x] Multiplication Left navigation key — [-] Subtraction OK key —...
  • Page 127 Use the navigation keys to highlight the conversion feature you wish to use, then press the Use the navigation keys to select the units to be converted From and To. Enter the quantity you want converted in the From field. The converted quantity appears in the To field.

  • Page 128: Tip Calculator

    Press the Add (left) soft key ( appears in the display with the Base field highlighted. Use the Left and Right navigation keys to select the Base currency to be converted from. Press the Down navigation key to highlight the Currency field.
  • Page 129 Calculations are based on the total amount of the check, a selected percentage, and the number of people paying. In standby mode, press the MENU key ( and ( ) for Tip Calculator. The Tip Calculator screen appears in the display with the Bill field highlighted.

  • Page 130: Section 14: Changing Your Settings

    • Phone Info This section explains how to customize your phone to suit your needs and preferences. Tip: To launch the Settings menu using a voice command — In standby mode, press and hold until the phone prompts, “Say a command.” Say “Go to Settings” into the microphone.

  • Page 131: Location

    Location This function identifies your location to the network via the Global Positioning System (GPS). You can set this function for continuous operation or to operate only in the event that you dial 911. Note: Contact U.S. Cellular to determine whether, when, or where location-based services are available.

  • Page 132: Auto Retry

    Send Key — Press Flip Open — Open the flip to answer an incoming call. Tip: You can set your phone to answer calls automatically, without any input from you. (See "Auto Answer" on page 132 for more information.) Use the navigation keys to highlight the method you wish to use for...

  • Page 133: Tty Mode

    TTY Mode Your phone is fully TTY compatible. TTY equipment is connected to your phone through the headset connector on the left side of the phone. TTY must be enabled before you can use your phone with a TTY device.

  • Page 134: Phone Settings

    International Dialing International dialing shows a list of international dialing codes for frequently dialed countries. You can bookmark a code that you dial most frequently, and that code can be inserted automatically into international numbers when you use this feature. (For more information, see “Dialing International Numbers”...
  • Page 135 Use the navigation keys to highlight the desired option, then press the key to save your setting. Shortcut Key Shortcut Key lets you set which feature, function, or application launches when you press the Up navigation key while in standby mode. In standby mode, press the MENU key ( Settings), and Key.The following options appear in the display:...
  • Page 136 You can lock the phone manually during use, or set the phone to lock automatically when it is turned on. With the phone in lock mode, you can answer incoming calls, but you must unlock the phone to place outgoing calls (except to emergency and secret numbers).
  • Page 137 Enter the new lock code again. Your changes are stored. Note: Your phone does not allow you to view the lock code for obvious security reasons. If you change the lock code, be sure to write down or memorize the new code.
  • Page 138 Settings), and You’re prompted to enter the lock code. Note: The default lock code is the last four digits of your telephone number. Enter the lock code, the press in the display asking if you wish to restore default settings (except for the Contacts and Voice Dial).
  • Page 139 Set Time Use the Set Time option to set the current date and time. Note: In digital service mode, the Set Time feature is disabled. The network adjusts time and date automatically. In standby mode, press the MENU key (...

  • Page 140: Memory Info

    Press the PC Connection PC Connection allows you to select how you want to connect your phone to your personal computer. Tip: For more information on using PC Connection, contact U.S. Cellular.

  • Page 141: Phone Info

    Phone Memory menu. Phone Info The Phone Info options show you the hardware and software versions of your phone, definitions of the icons that appear at the tops of the phone displays, and the phone number assigned to your phone. Phone Number This option causes the Phone Number screen to appear in the display and show the ten-digit number assigned to your phone by U.S.
  • Page 142 Your phone’s software (S/W), preferred roaming list (PRL), easyedge (Easyedge), and hardware (H/W) information appears in the display. Press to return to the Phone Info menu.

  • Page 143: Section 15: Health And Safety Information

    Section 15: Health and Safety Information Topics Covered • Health and Safety Information This section outlines the safety precautions associated with using your phone. These safety precautions should be followed to safely use your phone. Section 15: Health and Safety Information 143...

  • Page 144: Health And Safety Information

    Specific Absorption Rate (SAR). The SAR is a measure of the rate of absorption of RF energy by the human body expressed in units of watts per kilogram (W/kg). The FCC requires wireless phones to comply with a safety limit of 1.6 watts per kilogram (1.6 W/kg).

  • Page 145: Ul Certified Travel Adapter

    Sometimes it may be necessary to remove the battery pack to find the number. Once you have the FCC ID number for a particular phone, follow the instructions on the website and it should provide values for typical or maximum SAR for a particular phone.
  • Page 146 When the phone is located at greater distances from the user, the exposure to RF is drastically lower because a person's RF exposure decreases rapidly with increasing distance from the source. The so-called "cordless phones," which have a base unit connected to the telephone wiring in a house, typically operate at far lower power levels, and thus produce RF exposures well within the FCC's compliance limits.
  • Page 147 RF exposure. Other studies exposed the animals to RF for up to 22 hours per day. These conditions are not similar to the conditions under which people use wireless phones, so we don't know with certainty what the results of such studies mean for human health.
  • Page 148 Many factors affect this measurement, such as the angle at which the phone is held, or which model of phone is used. What is FDA doing to find out more about the possible health effects of wireless phone RF? FDA is working with the U.S.
  • Page 149 What steps can I take to reduce my exposure to radio frequency energy from my wireless phone? If there is a risk from these products - and at this point we do not know that there is - it is probably very small. But if you are concerned about avoiding even potential risks, you can take a few simple steps to minimize your exposure to radio frequency energy (RF).
  • Page 150 RF energy. Wireless phones marketed in the U.S. are required to meet safety requirements regardless of whether they are used against the head or against the body. Either configuration should result in compliance with the safety limit.

  • Page 151: Road Safety

    When driving a car, driving is your first responsibility. When using your wireless phone behind the wheel of a car, practice good common sense and remember the following tips: Get to know your wireless phone and its features, such as speed dial and redial.

  • Page 152: 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 153 If your hearing device happens to be vulnerable to interference, you may not be able to use a rated phone successfully. Trying out the phone with your hearing device is the best way to evaluate it for your personal needs.

  • Page 154: Potentially Explosive Environments

    T4 is the better/higher of the two ratings. (Note that not all hearing devices have telecoils in them.) Hearing devices may also be measured for immunity to this type of interference. Your hearing device manufacturer or hearing health professional may help you find results for your hearing device.

  • Page 155: Fcc Notice And Cautions

    Restricting Children's access to your Phone Your phone is not a toy. Children should not be allowed to play with it because they could hurt themselves and others, damage the phone or make calls that increase your phone bill.

  • Page 156: Other Important Safety Information

    Do not place objects, including both installed or portable wireless equipment in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area. If wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag inflates, serious injury could result.

  • Page 157: Availability Of Various Features/Ring Tones

    There are several simple guidelines to operating your phone properly and maintaining safe, satisfactory service. • If your phone is equipped with an external antenna, hold the phone with the antenna raised, fully-extended and over your shoulder. • Do not hold, bend or twist the phone's antenna.

  • Page 158: Samsung Mobile Products And Recycling

    • 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 159: Care And Maintenance

    Keep the phone dry. Precipitation, humidity and liquids contain minerals that will corrode electronic circuits. • Do not use the phone with a wet hand. Doing so may cause an electric shock to you or damage to the phone. •...

  • Page 160: Section 16: Warranty Information

    Section 16: Warranty Information Topics Covered • Standard Limited Warranty...

  • Page 161: Standard Limited 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, (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.
  • Page 162 (90) days. All other repaired/replaced Product will be warranted for a period equal to the remainder of the original Limited Warranty on the original Product or for 90 days, whichever is longer. All replaced parts, components, boards and equipment shall become the property of SAMSUNG.
  • Page 163 UNENFORCEABILITY SHALL NOT AFFECT THE ENFORCEABILITY FOR THE REMAINDER OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY WHICH PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES IS AND WILL ALWAYS BE CONSTRUED TO BE LIMITED BY ITS TERMS OR AS LIMITED AS THE LAW PERMITS. THE PARTIES UNDERSTAND THAT THE PURCHASER MAY USE THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE PRODUCT.
  • Page 164 1000 Klein Street Plano, Texas 75074 Phone: 1-800-SAMSUNG Phone: 1-888-987-HELP (4357) ©2007 Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC All rights reserved. No reproduction in whole or in part allowed without prior written approval. Specifications and availability subject to change without notice. Printed in China...

  • Page 165: Index

    Index Numerics 2-Sec Pause Adding a new Contacts entry Dial Method Adjust key beep Ringer setting ringer setting Alerts All Calls menu Applications buying cancelling subscription disabled expired removing restoring Auto Answer Backlight settings Banner Banner, creating Battery Charging Low battery indicator...
  • Page 166 Camera Screen Change menu style Clear key Contacts add pauses Adding a new Contacts entry edit name and numbers opening Save a number after a call Contacts List Memory Create messages Data Counter Data, view counters Dial Digits Disabled applications...
  • Page 167 Incoming calls Incoming calls menu Input mode International Calls Key tone Language Left soft key Lock mode Memo Pad Add a Memo Review, edit, and erase memos Menu Navigation Menu Outline Menu style, changing Message folder draft box inbox outbox voice...
  • Page 168 Removing applications Resolution, notes about Restoring applications Return to last menu Review calls Reviewing outbox Right soft key Ringer types, assigning Save a number after a call Save pictures Security Settings Change Lock Emergency # Lock Phone Resetting Your Phone Restriction...
  • Page 169 Understanding Your Contacts Deleting a Contacts entry Editing an existing Contacts entry Finding a Contacts entry Understanding Your Phone Closed View of Your Phone Command Keys Display Screen Features of Your Phone Open View of Your Phone Version Vibrate mode...

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