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Self Timer: indicates the self timer function is enabled. White balance Auto: indicates that the white balance was set to automatically adjust itself. White balance Sunny: indicates that the white balance was set to Sunny. White balance Cloudy: indicates that the white balance was set to Cloudy. White balance Tungsten: indicates that the white balance was set to Tungsten. White balance Fluorescent: indicates that the white balance was set to Fluorescent. My picture Lock: indicates that your picture is locked. My picture DRM: indicates that this picture is DRM protected and may not transmit via a picture message. My picture Upload: indicates that a picture file was uploaded to to an online album or folder. Turning the Phone On 1. Press and hold to power on the phone. Tip: If the Password screen displays, use your keypad to enter your four-digit password to unlock the phone. By default, the password is the last four digits of the current phone number. Activating Your Virgin Mobile Account Prior to using your new phone for talking, messaging, or surfing the Web, you must first activate your service with Virgin Mobile. You need your phone's serial number (MEID) to activate your Virgin Mobile account. To find your serial number (MEID) 1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option Button) ➔ Tools & Settings ➔ Phone Info ➔ Serial Number. 2. Locate 18 (dec) digit MEID number (on the second row) and write it down. Registering your Information Activate your account by one of two methods: • Online:, click the ACTIVATE YOUR PHONE field, enter your information and click Activate. • By Phone: 1-888-322-1122 (from another phone). 11

Section	Page
Virgin Mobile Slash by Samsung	1
Table of Contents	4
Section 1: Getting Started 3	4
Section 2: Getting To Know Your Phone 6	4
Section 3: My Account 13	4
Section 4: Menu Tree 15	4
Section 5: Phone Usage 16	4
Section 6: Text Input 22	4
Section 7: Messaging 26	4
Section 8: Contacts 34	4
Section 9: Tools 37	4
Section 10: My Stuff 42	5
Section 11: VirginXL 44	5
Section 12: Pictures 45	5
Section 13: Using Bluetooth 51	5
Section 14: Tools & Settings 54	5
Section 15: Health and Safety Information 69	5
Section 16: Warranty Information 86	5
Section 1: Getting Started	6
Installing the Battery	6
Removing the Battery	7
Battery Capacity	7
Charging the Battery	7
Power Connection	8
Battery Charging Tips	8
Correct and Incorrect Handling	8
Section 2: Getting To Know Your Phone	9
Phone Overview	9
Functions	10
Reviewing the Display Screen	11
Icon Glossary	12
Turning the Phone On	14
Activating Your Virgin Mobile Account	14
To find your serial number (MEID)	14
Registering your Information	14
Programming Your Phone	15
Finding Your Phone Number	15
Section 3: My Account	16
Checking your Account Balance	16
Top-Up Your Minutes with a Top-Up Card	16
Other Methods to Top-Up Your Account	16
Additional Information	17
Section 4: Menu Tree	18
Menu Navigation	18
Accessing a Menu Function by Scrolling	18
Using Shortcuts	18
Section 5: Phone Usage	19
Making and Answering Calls	19
Making Calls	19
Answering Calls	19
Adjusting your Call Answer Options	19
Active Call Options	20
End-of-Call Options	20
Adjusting the Volume Level	20
During an Active Call	20
From the Main Screen	20
Finding an Existing Phone Number	21
Speed Dialing	21
One Digit Speed Dialing (2 - 9)	21
Two Digit Speed Dialing (10 - 99)	21
Speakerphone	21
Caller ID Function	22
Call Waiting Function	22
Using the Recent Calls List	22
Making calls from the Recent Calls list	22
Using the Recent Calls Options	23
Call Timers	23
911 In Lock Mode	23
911 Using Any Available System	24
Section 6: Text Input	25
Entering Text	25
Entering Characters Using T9 Input Mode	25
Entering Characters Using Abc Input Mode	26
Entering Symbols	26
Entering Numbers	26
Using Autotext	26
Using Recent Messages	27
Inserting Emoticons	27
Modifying Text Options	27
Section 7: Messaging	29
Sending Text Messages	29
Creating a Text Message	29
Creating a Picture Message	29
Retrieving a New Text Message	30
Replying to a Text Message	30
Sending Picture Messages	30
Sending an Instant Message (IM)	31
Sending an Email Message	31
Accessing your Inbox	32
Inbox Folder Options	32
Reviewing your Virgin Mobile Alerts	33
Accessing your Voicemail Messages	33
Calling your Voicemail	33
Voicemail Notification	33
Accessing your Sent Folder	33
Sent Folder Options	34
Accessing your Saved Folder	34
Saved Folder Options	34
Configuring your Message Settings	34
Setting your default message ringtone	34
Setting your default text entry method	34
Editing the Auto Text entries	35
Adjusting the Save to Sent Folder	35
Adjusting the Message Reminder Settings	35
Adding a Signature	35
Editing Groups	35
Setting the Auto Erase Feature	35
Erasing Messages	36
Section 8: Contacts	37
Saving a Phone Number	37
Storing a number from the Main screen	37
Storing a Number After a Call	37
Adding a New Entry	37
Using the Hard or Time Pause Features	38
Saving a Hard Pause or Time Pause	38
Dialing a Number Using a Hard Pause or Time Pause	38
Finding a Contact Name	38
Group Settings	39
Adding a New Group	39
Editing a Group Name	39
Creating Speed Dial Assignments	39
Section 9: Tools	40
Using the Calculator	40
Using the Tip Calculator	40
Alarm Clock	40
Using the Scheduler	41
Adding an Event	41
Viewing Today’s Events	42
Viewing your Scheduled Events	42
Erasing a Day’s Events	42
Using the Task List	42
Creating a New Task	42
Using the Countdown	42
Creating a New Countdown	42
Using the Notepad	43
Using the Voice Memo	43
Recording a New Voice Memo	43
Reviewing Voice Memos	43
Using Voices Services	43
Activating the Voice Recognition Feature	43
Adjusting the World Time	44
Section 10: My Stuff	45
My Ringtones	45
Purchasing New Ringtones	45
My Graphics	45
Purchasing New Graphics	45
My Games	45
Purchasing New Games	45
My Themes	46
My Other Stuff	46
Purchasing New Stuff	46
Section 11: VirginXL	47
Section 12: Pictures	48
Take a Picture	48
Viewing your picture	48
Camera Settings	49
My Pictures	49
Assigning a Picture File	49
Uploading Pictures to the Web	49
Erasing Picture Files	50
Renaming Picture Files	50
Locking and Unlocking Picture Files	50
Picture Details	51
Sending a Picture Message From My Pictures (folder)	51
Sending Picture Messages	52
Help	52
Section 13: Using Bluetooth	54
Turning the Power On or Off	54
Bluetooth Status	54
Bluetooth Settings	54
Trusted Devices	54
Discoverable Mode	55
Device Name	55
Device Info	55
Section 14: Tools & Settings	57
Adjusting Sound Settings	57
Understanding Silence All	57
Selecting a Ringer Type for Voice Calls	57
Selecting a Ringer Type for Messages	57
Selecting a Key Tone	57
Selecting a DTMF Length	58
Selecting a Tone Type	58
Adjusting your Phone’s Volume Settings	58
Assigning Alert Notifications	58
Adjusting Display Settings	58
Configuring the Banner on the Main screen	58
Configuring the Wallpaper on the Main screen	59
Screensaver	59
Assigning a Caller ID Image to an Incoming Call	59
Assigning Backlight Parameters	60
Assigning Keypad Light Length	60
Defining the Time and Date Display Settings	60
Defining the Menu Style	60
Defining the Text Entry Options	61
Bluetooth Settings	61
Phone Settings	61
Navigation Key Shortcuts	62
Selecting a Language	62
Airplane Mode	62
Location	62
TTY Mode	62
Key Guard	63
Security	63
Lock Phone	63
Lock Camera	64
Change Lock	64
Special Numbers	64
Erase Contacts	65
Erase Downloads	65
Erase My Pictures	65
Erase Voice Memo	65
Reset Default	65
Call Options	66
Call answer	66
Auto-answer	66
Auto prepend	66
Restricting	67
International Calls	67
Memory Information	67
Phone Information	67
My phone number	68
Software version	68
Hardware version	68
Serial Number	68
PRL	68
Browser version	69
Serving system	69
Icon glossary	69
Voice Service	69
Choice lists	69
Sensitivity	70
Train mode	70
Sound	70
Voice launch	71
Section 15: Health and Safety Information	72
Health and Safety Information	72
Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals	72
Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling	73
UL Certified Travel Adapter	73
Consumer Information on Wireless Phones	73
What kinds of phones are the subject of this update?	73
Do wireless phones pose a health hazard?	74
What is FDA's role concerning the safety of wireless phones?	74
What are the results of the research done already?	75
What research is needed to decide whether RF exposure from wireless phones poses a health risk?	76
What is FDA doing to find out more about the possible health effects of wireless phone RF?	76
What steps can I take to reduce my exposure to radio frequency energy from my wireless phone?	76
What about children using wireless phones?	77
Do hands-free kits for wireless phones reduce risks from exposure to RF emissions?	77
Do wireless phone accessories that claim to shield the head from RF radiation work?	77
What about wireless phone interference with medical equipment?	78
Road Safety	79
Responsible Listening	80
Operating Environment	81
Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices	82
Implantable Medical Devices	82
FCC Hearing-Aid Compatibility (HAC) Regulations for Wireless Devices	82
Other Medical Devices	83
Vehicles	83
Posted Facilities	84
Potentially Explosive Environments	84
Emergency Calls	84
Restricting Children's access to your Phone	84
FCC Notice and Cautions	85
FCC Notice	85
Cautions	85
Other Important Safety Information	85
Product Performance	85
Getting the Most Out of Your Signal Reception	85
Understanding the Power Save Feature	85
Understanding How Your Phone Operates	86
Maintaining Your Phone's Peak Performance	86
Availability of Various Features/ Ringtones	86
Battery Standby and Talk Time	86
Battery Precautions	86
Care and Maintenance	88
Section 16: Warranty Information	89
Standard Limited Warranty	89
Precautions for Transfer and Disposal	91
Index	93
Numerics	93
A	93
B	93
C	93
D	93
E	93
F	93
G	93
H	93
I	93
K	93
L	93
M	93
N	93
P	94
R	94
S	94
T	94
U	94
V	94