Samsung A310 User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English)
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- Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 1
SCH-a310 Series PORTABLE Tri-Mode TELEPHONE User Guide Please read this manual before operating your phone, and keep it for future reference. - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 2
Intellectual Property All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating thereto (the "Phone System"), is proprietary to - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 3
ANY LAW, RULE, SPECIFICATION OR CONTRACT PERTAINING THERETO. NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 4
as other wireless phones while providing superior resonance and tone quality. The SCH-a310 phone is packed with productive features that are easy to use , and missed calls • Internet MiniBrowser • Pause dialing for tele-services • Fast ringer mute during incoming call • Alarm clock with programmable - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 5
How To Use This User Guide This user guide explains your Samsung SCH-a310 phone operations through easy-to-follow instructions and illustrations. We've included some important safety and usage information that you should know before using your phone. If you still have questions, we' - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 6
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Table of Contents Samsung Telecommunications America (STA), Inc 2 Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion of Liability 3 Introduction to the SCH-a310 phone 4 How To Use This User Guide 5 Your consumer package 15 Front view of the SCH-a310 16 Getting to know your phone 17 Antenna 17 Backlight - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 8
mode 26 Lock mode 26 Power save mode 26 Silent mode 27 Standby mode 27 Talk mode 28 Vibrate mode 28 Getting Started 29 Getting service 29 Turning your phone on 29 Turning your phone off 30 Several ways to answer a call 30 List of main and sub menus 31 Using - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 9
44 Add 45 Editing phone book numbers 46 Adding pauses 47 Storing pauses in a phone book entry 48 Pause dialing from a stored entry 48 Manual pause calling 48 Erasing individual phone book entries 49 Erasing your phone book 49 Editing an existing e-mail address 50 Setting speed dial 50 - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 10
Storing phone numbers from call logs 51 Shortcuts to storing phone numbers 51 One-touch dialing 52 Two-touch dialing 52 Three-touch dialing 52 Shortcuts to memory dialing 52 My phone 53 Memory 53 Messages 53 Mobile originating SMS text messaging 53 Creating SMS text messages 54 Entering - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 11
Reviewing stored voicemail and text messages in standby mode 64 Message options 65 Mobile web 67 A shortcut to launching the Web 67 Launching the minibrowser 68 Exiting the web/minibrowser 69 The minibrowser start and end prompts 69 The minibrowser soft keys 69 Navigating the web 70 How the - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 12
World time 78 Checking current time world wide 78 Calculator 79 Display 80 Animation 80 Banner 81 Color Window 81 Backlight 82 Contrast 83 Auto hyphen 83 Sounds 84 Ringer options 84 Adjusting ringer volume (rapidly 84 Adjusting voice volume during a call 84 Ringer volume 84 Ringer - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 13
Games 94 Key commands 95 Push Push 95 Fly Ribbon 95 Spider Hunter 97 Setup 97 Location 97 Network 98 Data/fax 98 Security 100 Lock phone 101 Restricting the use of your phone 102 Lock code 103 Emergency number 103 Clear Memory 105 Resetting your phone 105 Call answer 106 Auto answer - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 14
the Battery 115 Acknowledging Special Precautions and FCC 116 Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) for Wireless Phones .........117 FDA Consumer Update 118 Owner's Record 130 User Guide Proprietary Notice 131 Limited Warranty 132 14 - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 15
Your consumer package Your consumer package contains the following items: • Samsung SCH-a310 phone with hand strap • Samsung Standard Li-Ion battery • Samsung travel adaptor • Samsung holster • User guide 15 - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 16
Front view of the SCH-a310 Graphic area Speaker Icons Display screen Internet access Mkeeynu Volume key Send key LED Navigation key OK key End key Clear key Keypad Microphone Adapter Outlet 16 - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 17
Getting to know your phone Antenna The antenna is a device for transmitting and receiving signals. The shape and size of the antenna is determined, in part, by the frequency of the signals that they receive. An antenna makes the call sound clearer when it is fully extended. Use only in the normal - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 18
Headset connector This is where the optional hands-free headset is connected. The headset includes an earbud and microphone in a convenient, lightweight unit so you can talk without using your hands. •Before inserting the hands-free headset connector to your phone, gently pry open the top of the - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 19
Send key The key performs several useful functions: •Press once to answer calls. •Enter a number and press once to connect a call. •Press twice in standby mode to redial the last outgoing number. Navigation The Navigation key allows you to locate different menu options by pressing in the appropriate - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 20
than the rate for calls made within your home area. Please refer to the price plan information from your carrier for more detail regarding your service rates New Message: This icon appears when a new voice, text, page or web alert message is received. Digital mode: This icon indicates your phone is - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 21
other message(s) services. If this icon is absent, your phone is operating in analog icon indicates that your phones ringer is set to silent. GPS (911 only): This icon represents Global Positioning Service (GPS) for 911. GPS: This icon indicates GPS is on for location. Silent mode: This is the icon - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 22
Message received: This icon indicates that an incoming text, voicemail, page or web message has been received. Mobile: This icon represents a mobile phone number. Multi: This icon displays if multi messages are successfully delivered. No label: This icon indicates that no label exists for this entry - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 23
provided slots on the underside of the phone. 2. Slide the top end of the battery up (The top end of the battery displays the word Samsung in raised letters.) until you hear it click into place. Removing the battery To remove the battery from your phone: 1. Turn the phone off (by - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 24
Charging the battery Your phone is powered by a rechargeable standard Li-Ion battery. Only use Samsung-approved adaptors and batteries. These adaptors are designed to maximize battery life. Using other adaptors may invalidate your warranty and may cause damage. When the - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 25
1. With the battery in position in the phone, attach the cord from the travel adaptor by plugging it into the adaptor outlet at the bottom of the phone. 2. Connect the adaptor to a standard 110/220 free volt AC wall outlet. The battery will begin charging immediately, and the LED (located at the top - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 26
call. Digital mode Some of your phones features work only in digital service areas, the icon indicates that your phone is operating in digital mode. charge is conserved. The phone automatically rechecks periodically for a signal. To manually force the phone to recheck for a signal, press any key. A - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 27
silent mode icon is removed from the standby screen.) Standby mode Standby mode is the fundamental state of your phone once your phone has found service. Your phone goes into standby mode: 1. After you power it on. 2. When you press after a call, if your phone is on. When in standby mode - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 28
Talk mode You can place and answer calls only when your phone is turned on. When you are on a call your phone is in Talk mode. Pressing will display a list of the In-Use menu options. Vibrate mode In standby mode: 1. Press the down arrow located on the left side of your phone to adjust the ringer - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 29
Getting Started Getting service You must contact your service provider and follow their instructions for obtaining service for your phone. We suggest that you read this user guide to fully understand the services that your phone supports. Turning your phone on To turn your phone on: 1. Fully extend - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 30
Turning your phone off To turn your phone off: 1. Press and hold for more than two seconds. 2. The display screen and the backlight go off. Note: If your phone is on, and is pressed for less than one second, the phone will not power off. This feature prevents your phone from being turned off - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 31
List of main and sub menus This list displays the Main menu structure and Message features. It shows the individual sub menus and features assigned to each main menu option. 1:Calls 2:Phone Book 3:Message 1:Outgoing 2:Incoming 3:Missed 4:Erase Logs 5:Air Time 1:Find 2:Add 3:Rename Grp. 1:Friend - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 32
Seconds/30 Seconds No/Yes 1:Ringer Volume 1:Calls 2:Alarm 2:Ringer Type 1:Calls 2:Alarm 3:Data/Fax In 4:Planner 3:Key Beep 1:Volume 2:Tone Length 4:Alerts 1:Minute Beep 2:Service 3:Connect 4:Disconnect 5:Fade 6:Roam On/Off On/Off On/Off On/Off On/Off On/Off 32 - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 33
7:Privacy On/Off 5:Power On/Off 6:Roam Ringer 7:Whisper Mode 8:Voice 1:Voice Dial 1:Record 2:Review 3:Erase All 4:Set Active [*]Only/[*]+Folder/[*]+EarMic 2:Voice Memo 1:Record 2:Review 3:Erase All 3:Voice Answer 1:On/Off Enable/Disable 2:Setup Greeting/Screening/Wait Time 3: - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 34
7:Version 8:Voice Privacy 9:Location SEND:Send DTMF Using your phone's menus Your phone offers a range of functions that allow you to tailor the phone to your personal requirements. These functions are arranged in menus and submenus. The menus and submenus can be accessed by using the navigation key - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 35
Accessing menus using shortcut numbers All main menus, menu levels, and menu content items are assigned numbers. All menus and their contents can be accessed using these "Shortcut" numbers. The following steps are a sample exercise to access games: 1. In standby mode, press to access the main menu. - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 36
in a Missed call log list) Missed Your phone keeps a list of calls that you did not answer when the phone was active and service available. The phone indicates a missed call by displaying a text notification on the screen. Additionally, if caller information is available, a Missed call entry is - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 37
Erase log You can erase any one of the call directories (Outgoing, Incoming or Missed), or you can erase all three directories. To erase all directories: 1. In standby mode, press to display the main menu. 2. Press for the Calls menu. 3. Press for Erase Log. The available options are: •Outgoing - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 38
4. When the call log option displays, press to locate the call information you require. If there is a Phone Book match, the name displays. If there is no Phone Book match, only the phone number will display. 5. When your selection is highlighted you can: •Press to be connected to that party. •Press - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 39
4. Press to highlight an option. The available options are: •Last Call •Total •LifeTime •Erase Total 5. Press to open an option, or press previous screen. to cancel, and return to the Last call Last call allows you to review the amount of time spent on the last call you made. 1. In standby mode - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 40
The screen displays the total number of calls, and the total air time for calls made and received since you last set the Total air time to zero (by using the Erase Total option.) 5. Press to return to the previous display screen. LifeTime LifeTime air time is the amount of time the phone has been - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 41
by enabling the call block feature. To activate call block: 1. Press . 2. Enter the phone number and press . Note: To block your number permanently, contact your service provider. 41 - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 42
answers, press and all parties will be connected. Note: You may need to contact your service carrier to set up Call waiting, Caller I.D., and Three way calling. Phone Book Your phone 2. Press for Phone Book. Use the instructions given in the following subsections to manipulate your Phone Book. 42 - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 43
Find by name This option allows you to find a stored name (alphabetically) in the Phone Book and place a call to that name. 1. In standby mode, press to display the main menu. 2. Press for Phone Book. 3. Press for Find. 4. Press to highlight By name. 5. Press to select the name. The display screen - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 44
Find by group This option allows you to find a stored entry in a related group. 1. In standby mode, press to display the main menu. 2. Press for the Phone Book. 3. Press for Find. 4. Press to highlight by Group. 5. Press to select the entry. The entry information is displayed. 6. Press to highlight - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 45
Add This menu allows you to add information to your Phone Book. With the phone in standby mode: 1. Press for the main menu. 2. Press for Phone Book. 3. Press for Add. The Phone Book display screen prompts you to confirm Number or E-mail. 4. Press . Enter the phone number or e-mail address. For pause - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 46
Setting secret This feature allows you to keep certain numbers in your Phone Book confidential so that others cannot access them. 1. From the Phone Book (option) screen, press to highlight Secret. 2. Press to highlight Secret On or Secret Off. 3. Press . Note: All Phone Book entries can be made - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 47
using separate actions in both the name and number fields. Follow these instructions: 1. At the Phone Book (options) screen, press the to call automated systems (like banking services), you are often required to enter a password or account number. Instead of manually entering the numbers each time, - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 48
(credit card number, bank account number, etc.). 3. Press to call the number. Manual pause calling To manually call a number with pause(s) without storing to the Phone Book: 1. Enter the phone number of the service you want to call (such as a bank's teleservice phone number). Begin by entering - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 49
Note: Storing pauses is convenient if you plan to call the number frequently. Erasing individual phone book entries To erase an existing entry from either the Find by Name or Find by Entry option. 1. In standby mode, press to display the main menu. 2. Press for Phone Book. 3. Press for Find. 4. - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 50
4. Select Yes and press to erase the Phone Book entirely, or press to cancel the operation. Erasing Phone Book and Voice Dial displays. The phone then returns to standby mode. Editing an existing e-mail address To edit an existing e-mail address: 1. In standby mode, press to display the main menu. - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 51
10. Press to continue, following the prompts, or press to cancel and return to the previous screen. Storing incoming phone numbers at the end of a call To store a phone number after ending a call: Note: If the call was incoming, and Caller ID information was unavailable, then the store option will - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 52
One-touch dialing Memory locations 001 through 009 are special One-Touch locations. You can call the phone numbers stored in the Phone Book memory from 001 through 009 by pressing one key. For example, for location number 001. Press and hold until the name and number are displayed and called. Two- - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 53
phone comes equipped with several ways to send and receive messages. Mobile originating SMS text messaging Note: Check with your service provider to confirm availability of this service. Your phone is able to send and receive text messages. When a message is received, your phone will sound an alert - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 54
Creating SMS text messages 1. In standby mode, press (press Message. when in-use) to display 2. Press for New Messages. The screen displays Send To:. 3. Press to select from options. (Phone Book, T9 Word, ABC, Symbol, 123). 4. Press to highlight an option. 5. Press . 6. Enter the message - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 55
•2 days •3 days • Send Later: Allows you decide when you want your message sent. •None •30 min. •1 hour •2 hours •12 hours •1 day •2 days •3 days • Message Save: Provides options on how your message is saved. •Do not save •Prompt Save •Auto Save (Default) Entering text, numbers, and/or symbols At - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 56
To change the input mode again: 1. Press to view the options. 2. Press to highlight your choice. 3. Press to save. • ABC: This is the text entry mode. • T9 Word: This is the predictive word entry mode. You can quickly and easily enter frequently used words. • Symbol: Symbol entry is used with - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 57
sent messages to the Outbox to review their delivery status. Note: Sending messages is only supported in digital networks. This feature will only be available if your service provider's network supports it. Note: Once you begin entering data, the number of characters available will be displayed - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 58
4. Pressing permits selection from the options: Phone Book, T9 Word, ABC, Symbol and 123. 5. After finding and entering the Send To: information, press the Message menu. to go to 6. Enter your message data, (press to select your text entry mode), when finished, press to return to the New Message - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 59
Outbox Your phone stores messages in Outbox, regardless of whether the message was successfully transmitted. If Do Not Save was not set in the Save Message setting under Msg Setup, you can review, resend, or delete any message stored in the Outbox. You can also verify if a message or E-Mail was - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 60
Messages and lock mode Incoming messages are received even when your phone is in Lock Mode. The screen will display the time and date of the message but you cannot access the message. To access the message, unlock the phone to proceed. Filed message Your phone can store draft messages that are yet - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 61
, press the Message menu. (press when in-use) to display 2. Press for Web Alert. 3. Press to complete the action. Note: Contact your service provider for availability. Erase message 1. In standby mode, press the Message menu. (press when in-use) to display 2. Press for Erase Msg. 3. Press - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 62
Message setup 1. In standby mode, press the Message menu. (press when in-use) to display 2. Press for Message setup. You can preset a number of options for general settings or new messages. The message indicator is displayed and remains on the screen until you listen to the new voicemail message, - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 63
Auto Save - automatically saves the created message to the Outbox after the message is transmitted. Entry Method You can navigate between Alphabet and T9 Word (predictive keypad) for the default setting. Select to save the setting. Auto delete This option allows you to have your message - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 64
Receiving a message while on a call When you receive a message while you are on a call, the New Messages screen displays two options: Ignore and Read. The closed envelope icon is displayed. You can easily review the new message while on the call by just pressing . Your call will not be disconnected, - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 65
•While reviewing the message, you can press the to locate message information such as: date and time, sender's call back number, senders number, E-Mail address, and message. However, if you wait a few seconds the phone will automatically scroll through the display. •To review other messages, press - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 66
•Save addr: to save the sender's e-mail address to the Phone Book. The address is automatically copied into the Add Entry or E-mail Entry field. •Save cb#: to save the call back number to the Phone Book. The number is automatically copied to the Add Entry field. 4. Pressing returns you to the - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 67
users and have removed most graphics. Each time you launch the MiniBrowser, the phone will connect to the Internet and the service indicator icon will display. Any time the service indicator icon is visible on the display, you are connected to the Internet and will be invoiced accordingly. Rates and - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 68
shown below: WEB HOME PAGE 1. Financial 2. Traffic 3. Travel 4. Weather 5. Sports 6. Entertainment 7. Games 8. Shopping 9. Portals Note: What appears in the display window is dependent upon the service provider content. To view additional text, use the . 68 - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 69
Exiting the web/minibrowser Press to exit the Web. If the Prompt to end or Prompt both option is selected in the MiniBrowser setup ( ), a prompt asking if you want to end the MiniBrowser call is displayed. The minibrowser start and end prompts Your phone can be set to view a prompt each time - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 70
Navigating the web When you use the MiniBrowser, some of the keys on your keypad will operate differently than during a normal phone call. The MiniBrowser presents on-screen items in any of the following ways: •Text or numeric input •Links (embedded in content) •Numbered options (some options may - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 71
when it is highlighted. Making a phone call while using the minibrowser You may initiate a phone call from the MiniBrowser if the site you are using supports this feature (the phone number may be highlighted and the left soft key will appear as Call). Pressing the Call soft key will call the - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 72
be terminated when you initiate the call. After you end the call, your phone will return to standby mode. Planner The Planner allows you to add events in a calendar. They can be viewed at anytime. You can also set an alert to remind you of your plans. 1. In standby mode, press to display the main - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 73
How to schedule an event 1. In standby mode, press to display the main menu. 2. Press for Planner 3. Press for Scheduler. 4. Press to select View, or Add New. 5. Make your selection and press . 6. Press to view the following options. •T9 Word •ABC •Symbol •123 7. Press to highlight an - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 74
How to add, edit, or erase an event 1. In standby mode, press for the Planner. 2. Press to display Today. 3. Press . 4. Press for the following options: •Add New: Allows you to add an event •Edit: Allows you to edit an event •Erase: Allows you to erase an event •Erase all: Allows you to erase - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 75
9. Use the navigation key to highlight Add New. 10. Press to enter the option. Jump to date Jump To Date allows you to specify the calendar date you want to view. You can enter, edit, and/or erase events in your calendar. Using jump to date: 1. In standby mode, press . 2. Press for Planner. 3. - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 76
Memo pad 1. In standby mode, press to display the main menu. 2. Press for Planner 3. Press for Memo Pad. 4. Press to view old memos. 5. Press to view the following options: •Add new •Edit •Erase •Erase All 6. Choose your option and press . 7. Press to view the following options: •T9 Word • - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 77
4. Enter the date and time you want to "Count Down" to. For example: if today's date is April 1, 2001 and you want to know how many months, days, and hours remain before 7:00 P.M. February 14th 2002, enter the time 07:00 P.M. and the date 02/14/2002. 5. Press to store the Count Down timer. How to - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 78
the time for the alarm to activate. Press to store the setting, or press to return to the previous alarm options menu. Your phone only supports a 12 hour time display, it is necessary to press either , or . These keys represent A.M. and P.M. respectively. Note: Once an alarm is set, an alarm clock - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 79
Calculator You can perform calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division using your phone. To perform a calculation: Use to enter a decimal point, and to a negative. to change the sign for a number 1. In standby mode, press for the Planner. 2. Press for Calculator. - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 80
Display The following features offered under the Display menu allow you to customize your phone. •Animation •Banner •Color Window •Backlight •Contrast •Auto Hyphen Animation This feature allows you to choose from animations already available on your phone: To display an animated image: 1. In - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 81
Banner This option allows you to edit and personalize a banner to display on your phone while in Standby Mode. Note: Enter the personal greeting using the keypad, Press Word, ABC, symbols and 123 options respectively for T9 Note: The key also navigates through the same options in identical order, - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 82
4. Press the to go through the menu options. 5. Select your option and press . The following options appear: •Friend •Family •Colleague •VIP •No Name 6. Select your option and press . 7. Press the to make your color selection. 8. Press to save. Backlight There are several options for setting the - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 83
Contrast The LCD has contrast setting that can help you see the screen better in different lighting conditions. To set the LCD contrast: 1. Press to display the menu. 2. Press for Display. 3. Press for LCD Contrast. 4. Scroll between the contrast settings to determine what contrast is most - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 84
Sounds Ringer options Your phone provides a variety of ringer options through the Sounds menu. These options allow you to customize your ringer type and ringer volume settings in order to easily recognize a certain type of incoming call, message or scheduled event. Adjusting ringer volume (rapidly) - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 85
Ringer type Six monotone ringer types and fifteen melody tones can be found under the ringer type option in the Sounds menu. Ringer type - Calls To activate, view or change the ringer type for calls: 1. In standby mode, press to display the main menu. 2. Press for Sounds. 3. Press for Ringer Type. - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 86
Note: You can press to return to the previous menu at any time. Ringer type - data/fax incoming To activate, view or change the ringer type for incoming data/fax calls: 1. In standby mode, press to display the main menu. 2. Press for Sounds. 3. Press 4. Press for Ringer Type. for Data/Fax In. - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 87
Key beep Key Beep allows you to adjust the tone length and volume level that the keypad generates each time you press a key. The display icon shows up to 5 levels (the loudest setting). No bars indicate that the key beep function is silenced. 1. In standby mode, press to display the main menu. 2. - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 88
time, this beep is called an alert beep. Alert beeps can easily be turned on or off. This feature offers the following options: Minute beep, Service, Connect, Disconnect, Fade, Roam, and Privacy. Alerts - Minute beep You can set the minute beep option to sound an alert 10 seconds before each elapsed - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 89
in response to a signal fade. Alerts - roam When this option is set to On, the phone sounds a unique tone when you leave your home service area when on a call. Alerts - privacy The Privacy option allows you to set the security level of your phone to avoid eavesdropping. You will hear - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 90
Roam ringer When this option is set to On, your phone sounds a unique tone when a call is received in a network service area. This feature is set to On by default. To set the Roam Ringer alert on or off: 1. In standby mode, press to display the - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 91
entry does not properly connect, you may need to record the name and number again. Record The phone provides voice prompts and screen displays to guide you through the recording process. To program the phone for voice calling: 1. In standby mode, press to display the main menu. 2. Press for Voice - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 92
5. Wait for the beep and then say the name. For best results, use names with at least two syllables, or use both a first and last name. The phone stores the name as a "first" sample, and then prompts you to say the name again. 6. Respond to the prompt by repeating the name exactly as you did the - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 93
5. At the voice and screen prompt, press to confirm that you want to Erase All of the entries. A screen prompt will display when the entries have been erased. 6. Press at any time to exit without removing any voice entries. Set active - Voice dial Voice dialing is always active once you have - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 94
you to play the following games: • Push Push • Fly Ribbon • Spider Hunter Note: Games are also available on-line by launching your minibrowser. Contact your service provider for details. 94 - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 95
Key commands - Press up repeatedly to go up or forward. Press left to go left. Press right to go right. Press down repeatedly to go backward. - Press to begin the game. - Press to end the game. Push Push To open Push Push: 1. Press . 2. Press for Games. 3. Press for Push Push. 4. Press to start or - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 96
Object The object of the game is to fly the ribbon through a maze of obstacles. Use the navigation key to control the path of the ribbon. Move the flight path of the ribbon up or down to avoid the wall. The longer the distance, the faster the ribbon goes. 96 - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 97
turned ON when you place a call to 911. However, this option is turned back OFF when your 911 call is completed. Note: Check with your service provider to determine if/when/where locationbased services are available. To turn Location ON or OFF: 1. Press for Main Menu. 2. Press for Location. 97 - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 98
the Setting screen. 4. Use to select an option. 5. Press to Save and exit. Network Your phone allows you to set the preferred system. Contact your service provider to determine the best networking methods for you. To select the network you want to use: 1. In standby mode, press to display the main - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 99
to save this option. In the Fax program on your PC set up Answer Mode. Click on Receive and select either Automatic Receive (recommended), or Manual Receive. Your phone is now ready to receive an incoming fax. 99 - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 100
Note: Once you have set your phone's mode to fax for next call, you cannot receive regular voice calls until you change back to data/fax off, or a fax is received. Ending a fax or data call Some of the normal ways to end a call, like closing the phone, will not end a fax or data call. Always close - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 101
Locking the phone limits all outgoing calls except calls to 911 emergency and the three user-programmable emergency/secret numbers. You can lock the phone manually during use, or set the phone to lock automatically when it is turned on. When the phone is in Lock Mode, you can answer incoming - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 102
Locking the phone The Security menu allows you to lock the phone manually or automatically when powering on your phone or to leave the phone unlocked. To lock the phone: 1. In standby mode, press to display the main - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 103
Emergency number Your phone provides the option of storing three emergency numbers. Each number can be up to 32 digits. All emergency numbers can be manually called at any time even when your phone is locked or restricted. This can be a useful feature for controlling what numbers can be called from - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 104
Note: Emergency number 911 is hard-coded into your phone. You can dial these numbers and press at any time, even when the phone is locked or restricted. If you call 911 an audible tone is heard and an Emergency prompt is displayed during the duration of the call. Because of various transmission - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 105
Calling emergency numbers in lock mode To call emergency numbers in lock mode: 1. In standby mode, use the keypad to enter the emergency number. 2. Press to place the call. Clear Memory Clear Memory erases your Phone Book and Voice Dial recordings. Personal settings (the call log, Messages, - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 106
4. Press to reset the phone or press to cancel the operation. Call answer With this option activated, your phone will allow you to select a specific answer mode when you receive an incoming call. Your phone can be preset to answer when you do any of the following: •SEND key: You can answer the phone - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 107
•after 1 sec •after 3 sec •after 5 sec 5. Press to save. 6. Pressing returns you to the previous screen. Auto retry With this option activated, your phone automatically dials the number when a connection fails. Dependent upon your location, the number of times your phone automatically dials the - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 108
time and date when in digital mode. This same information is unavailable on the screen when your phone is out of service or in analog mode when powered up. To manually set the time and date: 1. In standby mode, press to display the main menu. 2. Press for the Setup. 3. Press display. for - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 109
4. Use the set each option. 5. When the desired setting displays, press to save. Note: You can press to return to the previous menu at any time. Version You can view both the software version and hardware version running on your phone. This feature is helpful if you need to call your carrier. - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 110
the silent mode, your keypad's tone is not sent out to the calling party. However, this feature should not be used when you access automated services that require you to select options, or enter numbers using the keypad. • Send Tel # - Sends your phone number to the calling party or automated - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 111
to find a signal after 15 minutes of searching, a Power Save feature is automatically activated. If your phone is active, it periodically rechecks service availability or you can check it yourself by pressing any key. Anytime the Power Save feature is activated, a message displays on the screen - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 112
off and remove the battery. If it's inoperable, return it to a an authorized service provider or call Customer Care for service. Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND POSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGE Using Your - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 113
• Get to know your phone and its features, such as speed dial and redial. • When available, use a hands-free device. • Position your phone within easy reach. • Let the person you are speaking to know you are driving; if necessary, suspend the call in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions. - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 114
the manufacturer or their representative to determine if these systems are adequately shielded from external RF signals. Also check with the manufacturer regarding any equipment that has been added to your vehicle. Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices, such as pacemakers and - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 115
for the Battery Protecting your Battery The guidelines listed below help you get the most out of your battery's performance. • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and desktop chargers. These chargers are designed to maximize battery life. Using other batteries or chargers voids your warranty and may - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 116
safety, do not handle a damaged or leaking Li-Ion battery. For safe disposal options of your Li-Ion batteries, contact your nearest Samsung-authorized service center. Special Note: Be sure to dispose of your battery properly. In some areas, the disposal of batteries in household or business trash - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 117
, bending or sitting on it. Body-Worn Operation To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines, if you wear a handset on your body, use the Samsung supplied or approved carrying case, holster or other body-worn accessory. If you do not use a body-worn accessory, ensure that the antenna is at - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 118
. SAR: 1.07 W/Kg FDA Consumer Update Do wireless phones pose a health hazard? The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using wireless phones. There is no proof, however, that wireless phones are absolutely safe. Wireless phones emit low levels of - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 119
data do not justify FDA regulatory actions, FDA has urged the wireless phone industry to take a number of steps, including the following: • Support needed research into possible biological effects of RF of the type emitted by wireless phones; • Design wireless phones in a way that minimizes any - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 120
FCC also regulates the base stations that the wireless phone networks rely upon. While these base stations operate at higher power than do the wireless phones themselves, the wireless exposures that people get from these base stations are typically thousands of times lower than those they get from - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 121
that showed increased tumor development used animals that had been genetically engineered or treated with cancer-causing chemicals so as to be pre-disposed to develop cancer in absence of RF exposure. Other studies exposed the animals to RF for up to 22 hours per day. These conditions are not - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 122
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. Toxicology Program and with groups of investigators around the - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 123
How can I find out how much radio frequency energy exposure I can get by using my wireless phone? All phones sold in the United States must comply with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) guidelines that limit radio frequency energy (RF) exposures. FCC established these guidelines in - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 124
rate at which RF is deposited in the heads of wireless phone users. The test method uses a tissue-simulating model of the human head. Standardized SAR test methodology is expected to greatly improve the consistency of measurements made at different laboratories on the same phone. SAR is the - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 125
What about children using wireless phones? The scientific evidence does not show a danger to users of wireless phones, including children and teenagers. If you want to take steps to lower exposure to radio frequency energy (RF), the measured described above would apply to children and teenagers - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 126
medical devices. Should harmful interference be found to occur, FDA will conduct testing to assess the interference and work to resolve the problem. Where can I find additional information? For additional information, please refer to the following resources: • FDA web page on wireless phones (http - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 127
In August, 1996, the Federal Communications Commissions (FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for hand-held wireless phones. Those guidelines are consistent with the safety standards previously set by both U.S. and international standard bodies: • ANSI C95.1 (1992) • NCRP Report 86 - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 128
Driving Check the laws and regulations on the use of wireless telephones in the areas where you drive. Always obey them. Also, if using your phone while driving, please: • Give full attention to driving--driving safety is your first responsibility. • Use hands-free operation, if available. • Pull - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 129
interference, you may want to consult your service provider (or call the customer service line to discuss alternatives.) Optional for each phone OFF in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 130
interfering with blasting operations, turn your phone OFF when in a "blasting area" or in areas posted: "Turn off two-way radio". Obey all signs and instructions. Potentially explosive atmospheres Turn your phone OFF when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 131
User Guide Proprietary Notice CDMA Technology is licensed by QUALCOMM Incorporated under one or more of the following patents: 4,901,3075,109,3905,267,2625,416,797 5, - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 132
1. What is Covered and For How Long? SAMSUNG TELECOMMUNICATIONS AMERICA, L.P. ("SAMSUNG") warrants the original ("Purchaser") that SAMSUNG's phones and accessories ("Products") are free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period commencing on the date of - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 133
obtain information on where to deliver the phone or accessory, call your service provider or Samsung Customer Care at (888) 987-4357. Upon receipt, SAMSUNG will promptly repair the defective product. SAMSUNG may, at SAMSUNG's sole option, use rebuilt, reconditioned, or new parts or components when - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 134
, SPECIFICATION OR CONTRACT PERTAINING THERETO. NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS WARRANTY OF ANY LASTES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IN ADDITION SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 135
, OR LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR BENEFITS, OR FOR DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR GROSS NELIGENCE) OR FAULT COMMITTED BY SAMSUNG, ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES, OR ANY BREACH OF CONTRACT OR FOR ANY CLAIM BROUGHT AGAINST PURCHASER BY ANY OTHER PARTY. SOME STATES/PROVINCES DO - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 136
SUCH THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT, AS THE CASE MAY BE. This Limited Warranty allocates risk of Product failure between Purchaser and SAMSUNG, and SAMSUNG's Product pricing reflects this allocation of risk and the limitations of liability contained in this Limited Warranty. The agents, employees - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 137
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, 84 Adjusting voice volume during a call, 84 Air time, 38 Alarm clock, 77 Alerts, 88, 89 Alerts - connect, 88 Alerts - disconnect, 88 Alerts - service, 88 Alphabetical text entry, 56 Antenna, 17 Asterisk / shift key, 71 Auto answer, 106 B Backlight features, 17 Battery Care, 115 C Call answer, 106 - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 140
Calling emergency numbers in lock mode, 105 Calling in Lock Mode, 102 Calls, 35 Clear key, 17 Clear memory, 105 CLR, 70 Count down, 76 D Dangerous Areas, 114 Duplicate, 21 E Editing phone book numbers, 46 E-mail, 21 Emergency number, 103 END key, 71 Ending a fax or data call, 100 Entering numbers, - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 141
Find by entry, 43 Fly Ribbon, 95 Flying, 114 Front view of the Samsung SCH-a310, 16 G Games, 94 Getting service, 29 Getting to know your phone, 17 Green, 25 H Home, 21 I Inbox, 58 Incoming, 35 Input mode, 26 Installing the battery, 23 K Key beep, 87 L - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 142
Lock Code, 103 Lock mode, 26 Lock phone, 101 Locking, 102 Locking the phone, 102 M Manual pause calling, 48 MENU key, 71 Menu key, 18 Message, 21 Message options, 65 Message read, 21 Message received, 22 Message setup, 62 Messages and - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 143
New messages, 57 Numbers 1-9, 71 Numeric keypad, 18 Numeric mode, 56 O Office, 22 OK/Message key, 18 One-touch dialing, 52 Outbox, 59 Outgoing, 35 Owner's Record, 130 P Pager, 22 Peak Performance, 112 Phone, 112 Phone While Driving, 112 Planner, 72 Pound / space key, 71 Power On/Off, 89 Power Save - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 144
Receiving a fax, 99 Reception, 111 Record, 91 Red, 25 Removing the battery, 23 Resetting your phone, 105 Returning to the previous menu, 34 Reviewing, 59 Reviewing calls, 37 Reviewing outbox, 59 Ringer, 86 Ringer options, 84 Ringer type - data/fax incoming, 86 Ringer type - Planner, 86 Roam, 89 S - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 145
air time, 39 Turning your phone off, 30 Turning your phone on, 29 Two-touch dialing, 52 U Unlocking the Phone, 102 Usage guidelines, 111 User Guide Proprietary Notice, 131 Using the travel adaptor, 24 Using your phone's menus, 34 - Samsung A310 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.2.0) (English) - Page 146
V Version, 109 Voice dial, 90 Y Yellow, 25 Your consumer package, 15
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