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    SCH-a870 Series PORTABLE TRI-MODE MOBILE PHONE User Guide Please read this manual before operating your phone, and keep it for future reference. AD24_CB_a870_121807_F4_rev_5
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    Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating there to (the "Phone System"), is proprietary to Samsung disassemble, or otherwise attempt to create source code from the software. No title to or ownership in the
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    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
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    Section 1: Getting Started 7 Understanding this User Manual 8 Activating Your Phone 8 Charging the Battery 10 Setting Up Your Voicemail 11 Section 2: Understanding Your Phone 12 Features of Your Phone 13 Closed View of Your Phone 13 Open View of Your Phone 15 Command Keys ...16 Right Soft
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    Zoom ...103 Brightness ...104 The Photo Gallery 104 Point, Click, and Send a Photo 105 Section 12: Multimedia 106 Accessing Multimedia 107 My Images ...107 My Ringtones ...108 My Sounds ...109 Section 13: Tools 113 Tools Menu ...114 Voice Service ...114 Bluetooth ...119 Table of Contents 5
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    Your Settings 130 Location ...131 Call Settings ...131 Phone Settings ...134 Memory Info ...140 Phone Info ...141 Section 15: Health and Safety Information Various Features/Ring Tones 157 Battery Standby and Talk Time 157 Battery Precautions 157 Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling 158
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    Getting Started Topics Covered • Understanding this User Manual • Activating Your Phone • 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
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    , or even damage your phone. Activating Your Phone Contact your U.S. Cellular and follow their instructions for obtaining service, if necessary. We suggest that you read this guide to fully understand the services your phone supports. Install the Battery Note: Your phone comes packaged with
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    3. Place the battery cover over the battery and slide the battery cover into place. 3 Turn Your Phone On 1. Open the flip on your phone. 2. Press the END key. 3. The phone begins searching for a network signal. 4. Once the phone finds a signal, the time, date and day appear in the bottom of
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    the cover (2) toward the bottom end of the phone. 21 3. Lift the battery (3) up and away from the phone, bottom end first. 3 Charging the Battery Your phone is powered by a rechargeable standard Li-Ion battery. Only use Samsungapproved charging devices and batteries. Samsung accessories are
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    before the battery is too low to operate the phone. If you continue to use your phone without charging its battery, the phone shuts down. dial your own mobile number to dial voicemail. 2. Follow the prompts in the new user tutorial to setup your mail box. Listen to voicemail 1. In idle mode, press
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    Section 2: Understanding Your Phone Topics Covered • Features of Your Phone • Closed View of 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
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    for Bluetooth® wireless technology. The SCH-A870 does not support Bluetooth OBEX profiles. Closed View of Your Phone 1. Headset Jack 2. Camera Lens 3. Volume Keys 4. Front Display 5. Flash 6. Camera Key 7. Speaker Phone Key 8. Power/Accessory Connectory Section 2: Understanding Your Phone 13
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    closed, takes a picture. 7. Speaker Phone Key - Disabled when the phone is closed. With the phone open, enables and disables speaker phone mode. 8. Power/Accessory Connector - Used to plug in the charging accessories and also connect any available accessory cables to your phone. Lets you plug in an
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    Key 10. Alpha-numeric Keys 6. Special Function Keys 7. Power Accessory Connector 9. Voice Recognition Key 8. Microphone Features 1. Earpiece - Lets you hear the other caller. 2. Main Display - Indicates the status of your phone, including status icons, message indicators, signal strength, and so
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    7. Power/Accessory Connector - Used to plug in the charging accessories and also connect any available accessory cables to your phone. Lets you highlighted choice in a menu. 15. Speaker - Plays ringtones and alert tones. In speaker phone mode, lets you hear the other caller. Command Keys
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    , press and hold CLR until you return to standby mode. End Key 1. In standby mode, press and hold the END key ( END ) to turn your phone off. 2. Briefly press END once to disconnect a call. Section 2: Understanding Your
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    ). Use the volume keys - located on the left side of your phone - to adjust the volume. Understanding the Display Screen 1. The top line of your phone's main display 1 contains icons that indicate network status, battery power, signal strength, connection type, and more. 2. The center portion of
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    soft key ( ) will show the Contacts list. Display Screen Icons Your SCH-A870 phone can show you definitions of the icons that appear on the top lines of Error ⅷ Example: "System Error!" • Warning ⅷ Example: "Battery Low," "Memory Full!" Backlights Backlights illuminate the internal and external
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    access to menus and the volume key. Unlock your phone by entering the lock code when prompted. (See "Lock Phone" on page 136 for more information.) Standby Mode Standby mode is the state of the phone once it has found service and is idle. The phone goes into standby mode: • After you power the
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    the tones your keypad makes when you press a key. • In standby mode, press and hold . "Entering Silent Mode" briefly appears in the display and your phone returns to standby mode. • While in Silent mode and standby mode, press and hold . "Exit Silent Mode" briefly appears in the display and your
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    pressing the MENU key ( ), then pressing the , , 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
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    Section 3: Call Functions Topics Covered • Making a Call • Answering a Call • Calls This section provides procedures for making and answering calls. This section also describes features, such as call logs and call
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    is similar to making calls within the United States, no unique country codes are necessary. Three-way Calling Call two other numbers and connect party's phone number and press SEND . 4. When the second party answers, press SEND to connect all three parties. Manual Pause Calling To manually call a
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    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)
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    your SCH-A870 are exceptional due to advanced, speaker-independent technology. This means you do not need to "train" your phone to understand your voice. You can use your voice in a natural manner to dial numbers. Note: End Calls Before relaunching the VoiceSignal voice recognition software - When
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    and the dialing to complete. • If you voice dial a contact that contains Wait(s), wait for the appropriate prompt(s) from the number you are calling (credit card number, bank account number, and so on) and enter the appropriate response(s). Section 3: Call Functions 27
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    . • Name display with caller ID. (If the caller's name is programmed into your Contacts). • Information about the last 90 each incoming, missed, In standby mode, press the volume key ( ) on the left side of the phone. 2. Press the volume key up or down to set the call ringer volume as desired
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    assigned a picture to the entry, the picture appears in the display as well. Call Block You can prevent your number from displaying on another phone's caller ID screen by enabling Call Block. 1. In standby mode, enter , , . 2. Enter the number you wish to call, then press SEND . Section 3: Call
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    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. Ⅵ During an incoming call, press the Ignore (right) soft key ( ) or the END key
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    in the display: ⅷ Off - Calls must be answered manually. (See "Call Answer" on page 29 for more method for answering calls. Calls Your phone has Call Logs that retain information about 90 outgoing calls are stored in the Outgoing calls log. Review the Outgoing calls log for the time and date of a
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    to highlight an option. 6. Press to perform the highlighted option's function. Incoming Calls The last 90 Incoming calls are stored in your phone's Incoming call log. You can review the Incoming call log for time and date of the call, as well as other information. 1. In standby mode, press the
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    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 ) and for All Calls. A list of all recent calls to and from your phone appears in the display. 2. Use the navigation keys to highlight a call, then
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    Note: Although other call timers can be reset, only the Lifetime Calls timer can never be reset. Data Counter Use Data Counter to view the amount of data that has been sent or received (or a total of both) using the data services that your phone supports. The Data Counter can be a helpful tool for
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    - Shows the amount of data (in kilobytes) that your phone has transmitted and received since last being reset. ⅷ Last Reset - Shows date and time all data counters were last reset. ⅷ Lifetime Data Counter - Shows the amount of data (in kilobytes) that your phone has transmitted and received since
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    2. Press the corresponding number on the keypad to view call logs for the following call types. ⅷ @ )) for Outgoing Calls ⅷ for Incoming Calls ⅷ for Missed Calls ⅷ for All Calls 3. Use the navigation keys to highlight the call you wish to erase. 4. Press the Options (right) soft key (
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    4: Menu Navigation Topics Covered • 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
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    Menu Navigation Access the menus and sub menus in your phone using the navigation key ( ) and soft keys ( ), or 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.
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    *My Images Settings easyedgeSM Ringer Type *My Images can be customized. Press the MENU key ( ), then press , , . Navigate Using a Shortcut You can also access menus and sub menus using menu numbers. Enter the menu number after pressing the MENU key ( ) to go directly to the menu or sub
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    1.4.4 Family 1.4.5 Friends 1.5 Memory Info 2 Calls 2.1 Outgoing Calls 2.2 Incoming Calls 2.3 Missed Calls 2.4 All Calls 2.5 Call Timer 2.6 Data Counter 3 Messages 3.1 Send Message 3.1.1 Text Message 3.1.2 Picture Message 3.1.3 Handwritten Message 3.1.4 Postcard 3.2 Inbox 3.3 Outbox 3.4 Drafts
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    3.7.1 General 3.7.1.1 Auto Save 3.7.1.2 Auto Erase 3.7.1.3 Quick Text 3.7.1.4 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 Text Message 3.7.2.1 Auto View 3.7.2.2 Signature 3.7.2.3 Auto Scroll 3.7.3 Picture Message 3.7.3.1 Auto Receive 3.7.3.2 Signature 4
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    6.2 Ringer Type 6.2.1 Voice Calls 6.2.1.1 My Ringtones 6.2.1.2 My Sounds 6.2.2 Messages 6.2.2.1 Text Message 6.2.2.1.1 My Ringtones 6.2.2.1.2 My Sounds 6.2.2.2 Picture Message 6.2.2.2.1 My Ringtones 6.2.2.2.2 My Sounds 6.2.2.3 Voicemail 6.2.2.3.1 6.2.2.3.2 My Ringtones My Sounds 42
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    7 Multimedia 7.1 Camera 7.2 My Images 7.3 My Ringtones 7.4 My Sounds 8 Tools 8.1 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
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    8.1.2.6 About 8.2 Bluetooth 8.3 Calendar 8.4 Memo Pad 8.5 Alarm Clock 8.5.1 Alarm 1 8.5.2 Alarm 2 8.5.3 Alarm 3 8.6 World Time 8.7 Calculator 8.8 Stop Answer 9.2.3 Auto Answer 9.2.4 Auto Retry 9.2.5 TTY Mode 9.2.6 Voice Privacy 9.2.7 Data Settings 9.2.8 International Dialing 9.3 Phone Settings 44
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    9.3.4.3.1 911 9.3.4.3.2 Empty 9.3.4.3.3 Empty 9.3.4.4 Reset Phone 9.3.5 NAM Selection 9.3.6 System Select 9.3.7 Set Time 9.3.7.1 Set Time 9.3.7.2 Set Date 9.3.8 Quick Search 9.3.9 PC Connection 9.4 Memory Info 9.5 Phone Info 9.5.1 Phone Number 9.5.2 Icon Glossary 9.5.3 Version Section
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    Section 5: Entering Text Topics Covered • Changing the Text Entry Mode • Using T9® Mode • Using Abc Mode • Entering Symbols • Entering Numbers 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
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    Changing the Text Entry Mode Text messages can be made up of alphabetical characters, numbers, and symbols. 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
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    2. Enter the phone number of the recipient, then press . The Create Txt Msg screen appears in the display. 3. Repeatedly press and hold the changes to T9 Word. key until the left soft key lable ⅷ For practice, enter the word "Samsung" by pressing each of the following keys only once: S A MS U NG
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    in 123 mode. 1. In standby mode, press the Message (left) soft key ( ), then press @ )) (for Send Message) and @ )) for Text Message. 2. Enter the phone number of the recipient, then press . The Create Txt Msg screen appears in the display. 3. Repeatedly press and hold the changes to 123. key
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    Section 6: Understanding Your Contacts Topics Covered • Contacts • Finding a Contacts Entry • Adding a New Contacts Entry • Editing a Contacts Entry • Saving a Number After a Call • Speed Dial • Contacts Groups • Deleting a Contacts Entry • Memory Info This
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    associated phone numbers and an e-mail address. Each phone number can be up to 32 digits in length, including Wait/2-Sec pauses (see "Manual Pause number. (See "Speed Dial" on page 59 for more information.) ⅷ Group - Review, send messages to, add Contacts to, or rename one of your groups. (See
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    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. To look up information for a specific contact: 1. In standby mode, press and hold the key to launch VoiceSignal. "Say
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    1. In standby mode, press the Contacts (right) soft key ( ). 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
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    more information.) 3. Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight one of the following fields: ⅷ Mobile ⅷ Home ⅷ Work ⅷ Pager ⅷ Fax 4. Enter a phone number in the highlighted field. 5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 as needed. 6. Press the key to save the new entry. Editing a Contacts Entry Editing
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    the navigation keys to review the information for the entry phone will dial when Contracts dialing, speed dialing, or voice dialing. ‫ מ‬Wait - A hard services often require a password or account number. Instead of manually entering these numbers, you can store them in a Contacts entry with the phone
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    Press the Options (right) soft key ( ). The following pause options appear in the display: ⅷ 2-Sec Pause- A 2-second pause after which dialing resumes. ⅷ Wait- A hard pause (waits for input from you). 4. Use the navigation keys to highlight the pause option of your choice. 5. Press the key to enter
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    ID field. 6. Press the entry. key to save the picture assignment to the selected Contacts Assigning a Ringtone to a Contacts Entry When you assign a ringtone to a Contacts entry, the phone plays the ringtone that you assigned to the entry when you receive a call from that Contact instead of the
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    the name of the selected file in the Ringtone field. 7. Press the entry. key to your call. The call time, length of call, phone number, and name of the party (if available) entered to an existing Contacts entry. 3. Follow the instructions in the upcoming sections depending on whether the number
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    3. Enter a name for the new entry (see "Section 5: Entering Text" on page 46 for more information). 4. Press the key. The new entry is saved to your Contacts list. Add to an Existing Entry 1. Use the navigation keys to highlight Update Existing and press the key. The Update Existing screen
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    options appear in the display: ⅷ Set Speed Dial - Assign a speed dial number. ⅷ Set as default - Set the number the phone will dial when Contacts dialing. ⅷ Wait - A hard pause (waits for input from you). ⅷ 2-Sec Pause - A 2-second pause after which dialing resumes (see "Add Pauses to Contacts
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    in the display: ⅷ Remove speed dial - Unassign the current speed dial number. ⅷ Set as default - Set the number the phone will dial when Contacts dialing. ⅷ Wait - A hard pause (waits for input from you). ⅷ 2-Sec Pause - A 2-second pause after which dialing resumes (see "Add Pauses to Contacts
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    You are returned to the Create/Edit Contact screen and the selected Group name populates the Group field. 4. Press the key to save your changes. Using Group Add Option The Add option lets you add one or more existing Contacts to a Group. 1. In standby mode, press the MENU key ( ), then press @
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    display: ⅷ Send Txt Msg ⅷ Send Pic Msg ⅷ Rename ⅷ Erase ⅷ Add 3. Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight Erase, then press the key. The phone prompts you to confirm the Group name erasure. Section 6: Understanding Your Contacts 63
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    The following options appear in ⅷ New Contact ⅷ Erase ⅷ Send Txt Msg ⅷ Send Pic Msg ⅷ Call 4. Use the navigation keys to highlight Erase, the press the phone prompts you to confirm the erasure. key. The 5. Press the Yes (left) soft key ( ) to confirm erasure of the selected Contact. Press the No
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    Section 7: Messaging Topics Covered • Types of Messages • Create and Send Text Messages • Send Picture Messages in Camera Mode • menu using a voice command - In standby mode, press and hold until the phone prompts, "Say a command." Say "Go to Messages" into the microphone. Section 7: Messaging 65
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    key ( ), then press @ )) (for Send Message) and @ )) for Text Message. The Create Txt Msg screen appears in the display. 2. Enter one or more recipient phone numbers, then press the key. 3. Enter the text content of your message using the keypad. (See 'Section 5: Entering Text" on page 46 for more
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    press and hold the Camera key ( - on the right side of the phone). The camera activates. 2. Using the display as a viewfinder, press the Right soft key ( ) Note: For more information about using the camera feature in your phone, see "Section 11: Camera" on page 97. 3. Press the key. The Create Pic
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    Tip: Press the Add (right) soft key ( ) to display a pop-up menu that lets you search your Contacts for a recipient, select a Group as recipient, browse the Recent Calls log for a recipient, or send the Picture message to the OnlineAlbum. 5. Press the key to move the cursor to the Subject field,
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    send status. Send Picture Messages in Standby Mode Send Picture messages to recipients with a compatible phone or other device, and accompany the Picture message with a voice memo, ring tone, or downloaded ring tone. 1. In standby mode, press the Message (left) soft key ( ), then press @ )) (for
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    See 'Section 5: Entering Text" on page 46 for more information. 4. Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight the Text field. 5. Enter the message text using the keypad. See 'Section 5: Entering Text" on page 46 for more information. 6. At any point while composing text for the picture message
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    to insert a sound into your Picture message, follow the instructions in steps 12 through 14. Otherwise, proceed to step 15 , Save Quick Text, Lock, Add To Contacts, Message Info. • View Later - Returns your phone to standby mode. The message is saved to your Inbox where you can view it later. Use
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    without interrupting the call. You have the Options: Forward, Reply With Copy, Save Quick Text, Lock, Add To Contacts, Message Info. • View Later - Returns your phone to standby mode. The message is saved to your Inbox where you can view it later. Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight
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    Handwritten Messages Handwritten Message lets you quickly send handwritten messages as pictures, rather than using the keypad to enter the text into a message. 1. In standby mode, press the Message (left) soft key ( ), then press @ )) (for Send Message) and for Handwritten Message. The camera
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    Complete and send your new Postcard message. See "Send Picture Messages in Standby Mode" on page 69 for more information. Message Folders Your phone stores messages in any one of three folders. The subsections that follow describe each message folder in detail. Inbox Received messages of all types
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    reply message. Outbox Your phone stores messages in the Outbox information on delivery acknowledgements. Review Messages in the Outbox 1. to highlight the message that you wish to review, then press the key. 3. Press the . Messages and Lock Mode Your phone can still receive messages while in
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    wish to make, then press the key. The Create Txt / Pic Msg screen appears in the display with the Send To tab highlighted. 3. Enter the phone number of the recipient, then press the key. 4. Compose your draft message using the keypad, then press the Options (right) soft key ( ). 5. Use the
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    2. Use the navigation keys to highlight the draft text message that you wish to edit, then press the EDIT key ( ). The Create Txt Msg screen appears in the display with the message Text field showing. 3. Use the keypad to add to or change the message text. See 'Section 5: Entering Text" on page 46
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    5. Press the Down navigation key until the Pic field is highlighted to add a picture to the message or to change the picture. 6. Press the Images (left) soft key ( ). The My Images screen appears in the display. 7. Do one of the following: ⅷ Use the navigation keys to highlight a photo to insert
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    Note: You can also press and hold @ )) to dial your voice mailbox. Erase Messages You can erase any or all of the unlocked messages in each your message folders. Erase One Message To erase a message from one of your message folders, do the following: 1. In standby mode, press the Message (left) soft
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    Msg Settings screen appears in the display. 2. Use the navigation keys to highlight General, Text Message, or Picture Message. 3. Use the instructions in the following subsections to change settings for General, Text, and Picture messages. General Message Settings 1. With General highlighted in the
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    highlight the Quick Text you want to change, then press the EDIT key ( ). Note: You cannot edit the preloaded Quick Text entries included in your phone. 3. Use the keypad to enter or change the text content of your Quick Text. (See 'Section 5: Entering Text" on page 46 for more information
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    ⅷ Signature - Create a signature, which can be attached at the bottom of outgoing messages (see Insert Sign. above). 2. Use the navigation keys to highlight the desired setting. Press the key to enter the highlighted option's sub menu. 82
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    Section 8: easyedgeSM Topics Covered • easyedgeSM Features • Accessing easyedgeSM With easyedgeSM, you can download full featured applications over the air including games, personalized ring tones, pictures, and more. You can send and receive instant messages and email, or browse
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    icon ( press the key. ), then Note: The first time you access easyedgeSM Shop, an "airtime warning" message appears in the display along with instructions on how to remove this message. Your phone takes a moment to connect, then the easyedgeSM Catalog menu appears in the display. 3. Follow the
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    - Select whether you wish to view the main easyedgeSM menu in a list or icon format. ⅷ Screen Savers - View downloaded screensavers. ⅷ Data Charge - Enable/disable all data charges. ⅷ View Log - View the easyedgeSM log, which displays information about recent activity using easyedgeSM. 3. Use the
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    Airtime Charges Network usage charges my be incurred for network connections. A network connection is used when you are browsing online, downloading and restoring applications, or canceling subscription applications. Network usage charges may also apply when you use applications that require network
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    install new applications even if the memory of your phone is full by partially removing (disabling) applications you haven the application you want to restore from the Main Menu. You will be guided through the restoration process. Expired Applications Applications that were purchased based on the
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    Section 9: Display Topics Covered • Display Settings • Menu Style • Wallpaper • Clock Format • Theme • Dialing Font • Banner • Backlight • Contrast This section shows you how to change your phone's menu appearance, display brightness and contrast, and display content to better meet your needs.
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    the Display menu using a voice command - In standby mode, press and hold until the phone prompts, "Say a command." Say "Go to Display" into the microphone. 2. Use - Lets you select an image that you've downloaded from the Internet as a wallpaper image. ⅷ Preset Images - Lets you select
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    press the key to save your selection. Clock Format Clock Format lets you choose the format your phone will use to present the current time in your phone's front and main displays while your phone is closed or in standby mode. 1. In standby mode, press the MENU key ( ), then press (for Display
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    an existing banner, if necessary. 2. Enter a word or short phrase to appear in your phone's display while in standby mode (Up to 13 characters). (See 'Section 5: Entering Text" Prolonged backlight use drains your battery faster. 1. In standby mode, press the MENU key ( ), then press (for Section
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    Display) and display: for Backlight. The following sub menus appear in the ⅷ 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. ⅷ Keypad - Sets the amount of time
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    Section 10: Sounds Topics Covered • Volume • Ringer Type • Alerts • Key Tone • Dynamic Vibration 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
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    a ringer type, then press the key. The following options appear in the display: ⅷ My Ringtones ⅷ My Sounds Note: Your phone includes preloaded ringtones and sounds. You can download additional ringtones and sounds using easyedgeSM. 3. Use the navigation keys to highlight the desired option, then
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    Press the Play (left) soft key ( ) to play each ringtone or sound. 5. Press the key to save the desired ringtone or sound as the selected 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. 1.
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    to save your setting. You are returned to the Key Tone sub menu. Dynamic Vibration Dynamic Vibration lets you set vibrations to be synchronized with ringtones and sounds. This feature is set to On by default. 1. In standby mode, press the MENU key ( ), then press (for Sounds) and for Dynamic
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    Section 11: Camera Topics Covered • Taking Pictures • Camera Screen • Saving Pictures • Camera Options • Zoom • Brightness • 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
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    can also activate the camera by pressing the MENU key ( ), then press (for 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. 2. Point the camera at
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    • Take - Pressing the key takes a picture of the image currently appearing on the display. Pressing the Camera key ( ) on the right side of the phone also takes the picture. • Options - Pressing the right soft key ( settings. ) opens a pop-up menu of camera Camera Screen Icons Camera Resolution
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    to storing, browsing, and viewing saved pictures. (See "The Photo Gallery" on page 104 for more information.) • Send the picture to someone else by pressing the key. For a detailed procedure, see "Send Picture Messages in Camera Mode" on page 67. • Discard the picture by pressing the Erase (right)
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    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. Self Timer Self Timer lets you delay taking a picture
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    White Balance White Balance allows you to adjust picture quality according to available light. 1. In camera mode, press the Options (right) soft key ( ). 2. Use the navigation keys to highlight White Balance, then press the key. The name of the current White Balance setting appears in the second
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    of your choice is highlighted, then press the key. You're returned to the camera viewfinder screen. When you take your next picture, the phone's display previews your subject image with the selected color tone. Zoom Zoom lets you temporarily enlarge the pictures you take. Increasing the Zoom (X1
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    1. In standby mode, press and hold the Camera key ( ). The camera viewfinder screen appears in the display. 2. Use the Left and Right navigation keys to adjust the Zoom (the screen image enlarges to show the affects of your changes). The next time you press the Camera key ( ) or the key, the camera
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    the desired picture by pressing the Camera key ( ) or the key. 3. Press the key to display the Create Pic Msg screen. 4. Enter the recipient's phone number or email address using the keypad, then press the key . 5. Enter a message Subject and message Text and add a sound file, if desired. 6. Press
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    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. 106
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    's camera. (See "Section 11: Camera" on page 97 for more information.) ⅷ My Images - Lets you choose the pictures that appear in your phone's display. ⅷ My Ringtones - Lets you assign ringtones for Ringtone (calls), Contact ID, and Alert Tone. ⅷ My Sounds - Lets you assign sound files as ringers for
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    the data Size. 4. Use the navigation keys to highlight an option, then press the invoke the selected option. key to 5. Press the CLR key to return to the previous menu, or press the END key to return to standby mode. My Ringtones My Ringtones lets you assign ringtones (preloaded and downloaded
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    selected file ⅷ Ringtone Info - Displays information about the selected file, such as the file name, the file type, and the data size Use the Sounds lets you record voice memos and lets you assign preloaded and downloaded sound files as Ringtones, Contact IDs, or Alert Tones. 1. In standby mode,
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    downloaded sound file, the following options appear in the display: ‫ מ‬Set As - Lets you assign the selected sound file as the Ringtone as the file name, file type, and the data size. Use the navigation keys to highlight an option end of the line during a phone conversation. Note: There is limited
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    information. 2. Press the key, then start speaking. As it is recording the phone displays a countdown timer that shows the seconds remaining for the recording. ⅷ To . 2. Use the navigation keys to highlight the voice memo you wish to review. 3. Press the key to play the voice memo. ⅷ To stop the
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    ⅷ Send - Send this sound file to a specified recipient. ⅷ Online Album - Send this sound file to your Online Album. (For more information, contact US Cellular.) ⅷ Rename - Change the name of this sound file. ⅷ Lock / Unlock - Prevent/allow deletion of this sound file. ⅷ Erase all - Erase all
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    Section 13: Tools Topics Covered • Tools Menu • Voice Service • Bluetooth • Calendar • Memo Pad • Alarm Clock • 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
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    Bluetooth - Lets you access Bluetooth functions. ⅷ Calendar - Lets you view the current, past, or future month in a monthly calendar layout. ⅷ Memo Pad - Lets you store and review functions. Voice Service VoiceSignal is state-of-the-art voice recognition software for your mobile phone that lets
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    to - Lets you access all of the Main Menus on your phone. • Check - Lets you check your phone's status (that is, network coverage, signal strength, and battery in the same report), network coverage, signal strength, battery, and phone number. Note: Speaking clearly, say the command that you want to
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    normal volume, as if you were talking on the phone. Voice-Activating Your Contacts List When you first start Ending Calls Before Restarting the VoiceSignal Software When you use VoiceSignal to make press (for Tools), and @ )) (for Voice Service), (for Voice Settings), and @ )) for Choice
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    regularly have trouble with problems with digit dialing. Once you adapt, digit dialing will not work as well for other people using your phone. (You can always reset Service), (for Voice Settings), and for Digit Dialing. The following options appear in the display: ⅷ Adapt Digits ⅷ Reset
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    then press (for Tools), and @ )) (for Voice Service), (for Voice Settings), and for Digit Dialing. The following options appear in the display: ⅷ Adapt Digits ⅷ Reset Digits 2. Use the navigation keys to highlight Reset Digits, then press the key. The phone prompts you to confirm digit rest
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    MENU key ( Tools), and @ )) (for Voice Service), for About. ), then press (for (for Voice Settings), and The About VoiceSignal screen appears in the display showing the version level of the VoiceSignal software currently installed on your phone. Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range wireless
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    . 3. Place the Bluetooth device in discoverable mode. (See the device user manual for more information.) phone. You are prompted to enter the passkey or PIN for the selected device. 7. Enter the device passkey or PIN and press the key. Registered List This menu provides a list of Bluetooth
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    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. Device Info Shows the Bluetooth Type, Status, and Address of your phone. Calendar
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    entries. 6. Use the Left and Right navigation keys to change between AM and PM. 7. When you're finished entering the dates and times, use the Up or set an alert for stored notes. Return to Memo Pad anytime you wish to review and edit your notes. Add a Memo 1. In standby mode, press the MENU key
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    the erasure. Press the Yes (left) soft key ( ) to erase the memo. Press the No (right) soft key ( ) to keep the memo. Alarm Clock Your phone has an alarm clock that can be set to go off once, or daily at a specified time. Once set, the alarm clock is easy to
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    3. Press the key when you're finished entering the time for the alarm. The alarm is set and the alarm icon ( ) appears in the top of the display. When an Alarm Sounds An animated alarm clock appears in the display with the options Snooze or Dismiss, and an alert sounds when the specified time for
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    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 ) for the selected time zone. 4. Do one of the following: ⅷ Press the phone. key to set the selected time zone as the home time zone for your ⅷ
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    ) soft key ( ) at the start of each succeeding event/lap to record the completion time for the previous event/lap. 4. Press the Reset (right) soft key ( recorded. ) to erase all stop watch (lap) times Converter The conversion menu provides the following conversion categories: • Currency • Length
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    appears in the To field. Note: To include a decimal point, press the key. Currency - Reviewing/Editing Exchange Rates The Currency Converter includes long-term average exchange rates as default values. To review and/or change a default exchange rate to the current exchange rate, do the following
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    2. Press the Rate (left) soft key ( ). The Exchange Rate list for the From currency appears in the display. 3. Press the Add (left) soft key ( ). The Add Exchange Rate screen appears in the display with the Base field highlighted. 4. Use the Left and Right navigation keys to select the Base currency
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    Calculations are based on the total amount of the check, a selected percentage, and the number of people paying. 1. In standby mode, press the MENU key ( ), then press (for Tools) and ( ) for Tip Calculator. The Tip Calculator screen appears in the display with the Bill field highlighted. 2.
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    Section 14: Changing Your Settings Topics Covered • Location • Call Settings • Phone Settings • Memory Info • 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
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    Note: Contact U.S. Cellular to determine whether, when, or where location-based services are available. 1. In standby mode, press the MENU key ( ), You can 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: • Press
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    call. ⅷ Send Key - Press SEND to answer an incoming call. ⅷ 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.) 6. Use the navigation keys to highlight the
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    use your phone with a TTY device. 1. In standby mode, press the MENU key ( ), then press (for Settings), and (for Call Settings), and for TTY Mode. You are prompted to confirm you want to change the current TTY Mode setting. Note: The "Enabling TTY may impair headset use and non-TTY accessory
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    , until you power the phone off and on again. 3. Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight the data setting of your choice, then press . Your setting is saved. International Dialing International dialing shows a list of international dialing codes for frequently dialed countries. You
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    In standby mode, press the MENU key ( ), then press (for Settings), and (for Phone Settings), and for Shortcut Key.The following options appear in the display: ⅷ My Images ⅷ My Ringtones ⅷ My Sounds ⅷ Inbox ⅷ Tools ⅷ Calculator ⅷ Tip Calculator ⅷ Converter ⅷ Calendar ⅷ Alarm Clock ⅷ Stop Watch
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    user-programmable emergency numbers. You can lock the phone manually during use, or set the phone to lock automatically when it is turned on. With the phone code for your phone is generally the last four digits of your phone number. It is advisable to change the default lock code to a secret code
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    manually called at any time, even when your phone is locked or restricted. This can be a useful feature for controlling outgoing calls from your phone. Note: Emergency number 911 is hard-coded into your phone parameters, and user settings necessary to complete a call from your wireless phone, a
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    code, the press for Reset Phone. A prompt appears in the display asking if you wish to restore default settings (except for the Contacts and Voice Dial). 3. Press the Yes (left) soft key ( ) to restore default settings or press the No (right) soft key ( ) to return to the Security sub-menu. NAM
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    the current date and time. Note: In digital service mode, the Set Time feature is disabled. The Left and Right navigation keys to select am or pm. ‫ מ‬Press to save the your time setting ( ), then press (for Settings), and (for Phone Settings), and for Quick Search. The following options appear
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    Bus connection ⅷ Bluetooth - Enable a Bluetooth wireless connection ⅷ No Connection - Disable PC Connection 2. Use the navigation keys to highlight the desired PC Connection option, then press the key to save your setting. Memory Info Memory Info lets you review your phone's available memory
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    memory ⅷ My Photos memory usage ⅷ My Ringtones memory usage ⅷ My Sounds memory usage ⅷ Applications memory usage 2. Press the key to return to the 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
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    Your phone's software (S/W), preferred roaming list (PRL), easyedgeSM (Easyedge), and hardware (H/W) information appears in the display. 2. Press to return to the Phone Info menu. 142
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    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
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    , and academia after extensive reviews of the scientific literature related , the lower the power output. Before a new model phone is available for sale to the public, it must worn operation, this phone has been tested and meets FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with an accessory that contains no
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    to a particular model phone, this site uses the phone FCC ID number which is usually printed somewhere on the case of the phone. 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
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    users of the health hazard and to repair, replace or recall the phones so that the hazard no longer exists. Although the existing scientific 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
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    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. Three large epidemiology studies have been published since December
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    exists. Epidemiological studies can provide data that is directly applicable to 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. National Toxicology Program wireless phone users. The
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    phone away from your body or use a wireless phone connected to a remote antenna. Again, the scientific data do not demonstrate that wireless phones wireless phone use. What about children using wireless phones? The scientific evidence does not show a danger to users of wireless phones, including
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    to shield the user from RF absorption use special phone cases, while others involve nothing more than a metallic accessory attached to the phone. Studies have conduct testing to assess the interference and work to resolve the problem. Additional information on the safety of RF exposures from various
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    Safety Program: phones, one that every user must uphold. When driving a car, driving is your first responsibility. When using your wireless phone phone with one of the many hands free accessories available today. 3. Position your wireless phone within easy reach. Be able to access your wireless phone
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    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. Do not connect incompatible products. As with other mobile radio transmitting equipment, users are advised that for the satisfactory operation of
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    generate. The wireless telephone industry has developed ratings for some of their mobile phones, to assist hearing device users in finding phones that may be compatible with their hearing devices. Not all phones have been rated. Phones that are rated have the rating on their box or a label on the
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    explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Users are advised to switch the phone off while at a refueling point (service station). Users are reminded of the need to observe restrictions
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    as user-programmed functions, which cannot guarantee connection in all conditions. Therefore, you should never rely solely on any wireless phone for essential communications (medical emergencies, for example). Remember, to make or receive any calls the phone must be switched on and in a service area
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    your authority to operate this equipment. Only use approved batteries, antennas and chargers. The use of any unauthorized accessories may be dangerous and void the phone warranty if said accessories cause damage or a defect to the phone. Although your phone is quite sturdy, it is a complex piece of
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    usage patterns. Battery Precautions • Avoid dropping the cell phone. Dropping it, especially on a hard surface, can potentially cause damage to the phone and battery. If you suspect damage to the phone or battery, take it to a service center for inspection. • Never use any charger or battery that is
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    cell phone batteries and chargers. Some Web sites and second-hand dealers, not associated with reputable manufacturers and carriers, might be selling incompatible or even counterfeit batteries and chargers. Consumers should purchase manufacturer or carrier recommended products and accessories
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    replacement antenna. Unauthorized antennas or modified accessories may damage the phone and violate regulations governing radio devices. • If the phone, battery, charger or any accessory is not working properly, take it to your nearest qualified service facility. The personnel there will assist
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    Section 16: Warranty Information Topics Covered • Standard Limited Warranty 160
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    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
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    , SPECIFICATION OR CONTRACT PERTAINING THERETO. NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS WARRANTY OF ANY LASTS, 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
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    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. SAMSUNG MAKES NO WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS AND THERE ARE NO CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, AS TO THE
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    Telecommunications America, LLC 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
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    10 Low battery indicator 10 Removal 9 Travel adapter 10 Buying new applications 85 C Call answer 29 Call Answer mode 20 Call block 29 Call Functions Answering a Call 28 Making a Call 24 Call notification types 28 Call Options Auto Answer 132 Auto Retry 132 Call Answer 131 Data 134 International
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    79 Expired applications 87 F Fast fact, description 8 G Gallery, photo 104 General message settings 80 Getting Started 7 Activating Your Phone 8 Understanding this User Manual 8 Voicemail 11 Go back one menu 38 H Handwritten Messages 73 Health and Safety Information 143 I Icon Glossary 141 Icons
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    135 Left soft key 16 Lock mode 20 M Memo Pad Add a Memo 122 Review, edit, and erase memos 123 Menu Navigation 37 Menu Outline 39 Menu style, changing Number type icons 54, 58, 59 O OK key 17 Outbox folder 75 Outbox, reviewing messages 75 Outgoing calls menu 31 P , Pause dial 24 56 Pauses, adding 55
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    applications 87 Return to last menu 38 168 Review calls 34 Reviewing outbox 75 Right soft key 17 Ringer types, assigning 94 S Save a number after a call 58 Save pictures 99 Security Settings 136 Change Lock 136 Emergency # 137 Lock Phone 136 Resetting Your Phone 138 Restriction 131 Send key 18 Send
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    13 Command Keys 16 Display Screen 18 Features of Your Phone 13 Open View of Your Phone 15 V Version 141 Vibrate mode 21 Voice folder 78 Voice Launch 119 Voice mail checking 78 Voice Memo Record memos 110 Review memos 111 Voice Service 114 Voicemail 11 Listening to 11 VoiceSignal About VoiceSignal
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AD24_CB_a870_121807_F4_rev_5
SCH-a870 Series
PORTABLE TRI-MODE
MOBILE PHONE
User Guide
Please read this manual before operating your
phone, and keep it for future reference.