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SGH-A697 Series PORTABLE Quad-BAND MOBILE PHONE User Manual Please read this manual before operating your phone, and keep it for future reference. - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 2
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 there to (the "Phone System"), is proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal laws, state laws, and - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 3
device when you use AT&T services to provide customer support and to improve its services. For more information on AT&T's Privacy Policy, visit http://www.att.com/privacy. Open Source Software Some software components of this product incorporate source code covered under GNU General Public License - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 4
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 SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 5
Input Mode - Handwriting 42 Handwriting Mode-Entering Characters 43 Handwriting Mode-Entering Numbers 43 Handwriting Mode-Entering Symbols 44 Section 6: Changing Your Settings 45 Sound Profiles 45 Display and Light Settings 47 Time & Date 49 Phone Settings 50 Smart Unlock 56 Call Settings - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 6
Own Phone Number 73 FDN Mode 73 Group Settings 74 Address Book Favorites 75 Managing Address Book Entries 76 Yellow Pages Mobile 79 Games 103 Picture 103 Tools 105 Video 105 Other Files 105 Used Space 105 Section 11: AppCenter 106 Downloading Multimedia Files 106 Ringtones 106 Games - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 7
Section 12: Games & Applications 108 Games 108 Applications 108 Section 13: AT&T Music 111 Music Player 111 the Mobile Web Site 136 Changing the WAP Profiles 136 Section 16: Tools 138 Tools 138 Camera 138 Voice Recognition 138 Record Audio 139 Alarms 140 Calendar 141 Recent Calls 143 - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 8
Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling 151 UL Certified Travel Adapter 151 Consumer Information on Wireless Phones 151 Road Safety 157 Responsible Listening 158 Operating Environment 160 Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices 160 Potentially Explosive Environments 161 Emergency Calls - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 9
your service, and then setting up your voice mail. Setting Up Your Phone Prior to use it is necessary to install both the battery and SIM into their corresponding internal compartments. The microSD™ card slot is also located in this same internal area. 1. Remove the battery cover by placing - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 10
with this mobile phone and other devices. ᮣ Push the microSD card into the slot until it clicks (as shown). • Make sure the microSD's gold contact pins face downward and the card is securely inserted. Note: The Samsung a697 has been tested to support up to a 16GB memory card. Installing the Battery - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 11
on the phone. Charging a Battery Your phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery. The Travel Adapter that is used to charge the battery, is included with your phone. Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers. Note: Long backlight settings, searching for service, vibrate mode, browser - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 12
a warning tone at regular intervals. In this condition, your phone conserves its remaining battery power, not by turning off the backlight, but by entering the dimming mode. For a quick check of your battery level, glance at the battery charge indicator located in the upper-right corner of your - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 13
on your network. Accessing Your Voice Mail 1. In Idle mode, press , then touch and hold . 2. When connected, follow the voice prompts from the voice mail center. Accessing Your Voice Mail From Another Phone 1. Dial your wireless phone number. 2. When you hear your voicemail greeting, press (the - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 14
phone. • Touch screen provides quick response to a variety of in-phone menus 2 and options including a widget bar and three main menus. • User storage and access • Other features include AT&T Music, Mobile Email, Voice Recognition, Games, Alarms, Calendar, Sketchpad, Memo, Tasks, Calculator, - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 15
: ends a call. Press and hold to turn the phone on or off. While in a menu, pressing this key once cancels the current input and twice returns the phone to Idle mode. 9. Menu key: allows you to access your phone's menu functions menu, such as Mobile Web, Messaging, AT&T GPS, Games & Apps, AppCenter - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 16
lock or unlock the touch screen. For more information on locking your phone, see "Locking and Unlocking the Phone" on page 16. 6. Power/Accessory Interface connector: allows you to connect a Travel Charger or other optional accessories such as a USB/data cable or a hands-free headset for convenient - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 17
of information about the phone's status and options, as well as providing access to the widget bar. The display has 4 main areas: Indicators Widget bar 2 1. Camera lens: is used to take pictures and shoot videos. 2. Speakerphone speaker: allows you to listen to a call on the speakerphone. Main - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 18
Mode is active. You cannot send or receive any calls or access online information. 14 Displays when you are out of your service area. Displays when a call is in progress. Displays your battery . Displays when the phone is connected to a computer via a supported USB cable connection. Displays within - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 19
"Call Settings" on page 57. Displays when the Sound profile is set to Normal. Displays when the Sound profile is set to silent or the volume has been manually the phone. Displays when TTY device has been inserted. Displays when signed on to IM service. For more details on configuring your phone's - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 20
and features can be accessed by scrolling through the main menu and widget menus. The a697 has three widget menus. Locking and Unlocking the Phone When your phone is locked, there are three different ways to unlock your phone: ᮣ Press and hold the lock button located on the right side of your - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 21
Navigating Through Menus As you navigate through a menu, options display on the screen as scrollable lists. Menu tabs (located at the bottom of most screens, provide access to additional screen options). To navigate a scrollable list: 1. From the Idle screen, touch . 2. Gently press an on-screen - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 22
Note: Scrolling requires that you press firmly on the screen then drag. When scrolling through a list make sure not to touch or press individual entries on the list as this will open the list entry. Using the Power Search Tab Within the Contacts list (sorted alphabetically) the Power Search tab - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 23
Recognition, AT&T Navigator, AppCenter, Mobile Web, MySpace, Facebook, Today, Calendar, Favorite URL, Picture, Games, 3 Widget Memos, Message Inbox, To select which items are displayed or hidden within the Widget bar: 1. From Idle mode, touch the Idle screen or the Widget bar to open it. 2. Touch . - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 24
another user-defined international location. You can also find out what time it is in another part of look up contacts, launch applications and navigate phone menus. Follow the on-screen tutorial. For page 106. Mobile Web: opens the Mobile Web home page. For more information, refer to "Mobile Web" on - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 25
, and MEdia Net. Picture: allows you to view the list of photos downloaded from the web server, saved from messages, or taken by the camera. to "Using the Camera" on page 91. Games: allows you to access your Games folder. For more information, refer to "Games" on page 108. Widget Memo 1: allows you - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 26
to use a built-in calculator. For more information, refer to "Calculator" on page 144. Music Player: allows you to play music files stored on the phone and external card and control their playback. For more information, refer to "Music Player" on page 111. - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 27
on the screen to inform you of calendar events, missed calls, or when new messages have been received. For more information, refer to "Understanding the Events Widget" on page 25. Yahoo! Search: allows you to perform Yahoo searches on the Mobile Web. msnbc.com: allows you to view top news headlines - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 28
(1). 2. While still holding the icon, drag it away from the widget bar and drop it on the main screen (2). Then drag it back into its new location in Or, you can drag it away from the widget bar in a single motion and drop it in the desired location on the widget bar. Activating a Widget 1. Locate - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 29
the Events Widget The Event Widget is an area that displays on the screen to inform you of calendar events, missed calls, or when new messages have been sent to the phone. Displays within the Event Widget as a tab when a new voicemail message is received. Displays within the Event Widget as a tab - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 30
+ character 2. Use the on-screen keypad to enter the country code, area code, and phone number. • If you make a mistake, touch have been deleted. until the desired numbers 26 3. Touch or press . Manual Pause Dialing To manually call a number with pause(s) without storing it in your Contacts - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 31
the Idle Screen, briefly press . 2. Find the number by touching the drop down arrow to the right to view the call logs from the various options screens. Choose from: All, Missed, Made, or Received. 3. Touch next to the desired phone number (or entry name if already in your Address Book). - or - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 32
searching for. 5. Follow the on-screen instructions to replace, add, or remove an entry. Making a Call from the Address Book You can store phone numbers that you use regularly on the SIM card or in the phone's memory. These entries are collectively called the Address Book. For further details about - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 33
it is facing downward. To set up your phone to utilize Motion Detection, see "Motion Detection" on page 51. Dialing Options From the Idle screen and Main menu, you have the option to access the Dialer and initiate a call by touching . When you manually enter numbers from the Dialer, you will see - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 34
is displayed. Viewing All Calls 1. From the Recent Calls menu, touch the drop-down and select the All option. All calls made, received, and missed Book on either the phone or SIM card. • Block Caller: allows you to add the sending number to your Reject List, where incoming calls are sent directly to - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 35
Call To call back a missed call number: 1. Touch Call (to call the most recent missed call) or Touch View all on the Missed Calls dialog. A list of the most recently missed calls is displayed. 2. Touch the desired missed call. 3. Touch either Call or press . Saving a Missed Call number manually. - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 36
length of time for all calls made and received. 3. Reset these fields by touching Reset All. 4. Touch Yes to confirm the reset or No to cancel the operation. 5. Enter the user-defined password and touch OK to reset all counters. For more information, refer to "Change Phone Password" on page 54 - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 37
a checkmark adjacent to all fields. 3. Enter the password and touch OK to reset all counters. For more information, refer to "Change Phone Password" on page 54. 4. Press or to cancel this operation. Options During a Call Your phone provides a number of control functions that you can use during - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 38
Memo to write a memo concerning this call. Placing a Call on Hold You can place the current call on hold at any point during a conversation. You can also make another call while you have a call in progress if your network supports this service. 1. While on a call, touch Hold. This action places the - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 39
hear you. Example: You wish to say something to person in the room, but do not want the person on the phone to hear you. To switch the microphone off temporarily during a call: 1. Touch Mute. The option is then replaced with Unmute. 2. Touch Unmute to deactivate the Mute function and reactivate the - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 40
and place them on hold. If this service is supported by the network, all calls can be joined together. You are notified of an incoming call by a call waiting tone. Note: The Join option combines all of the calls you have established with your phone (both active and on hold). Swap places the current - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 41
mode when entering characters using the QWERTY keyboard-style keypad. This section also describes how to use the T9 predictive text entry system to Keypad From a screen where you can enter text, rotate your phone counterclockwise to a Landscape orientation. Regardless of the current setting with - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 42
modes are: T9, 123Sym, and Abc. Refer to the Text Input mode in the upper right hand corner to identify which mode you are currently in. T9: activates the T9 mode in either abc (all lower case to the previous screen. Using T9 Mode 1. Rotate your phone counterclockwise to a Landscape orientation. - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 43
of word options displays and includes a number indicating the words available to chose from. Using 123Sym Mode 1. Rotate your phone counterclockwise to a Landscape orientation. 2. Touch the Text Input Mode button at the bottom of the screen and touch . 4. Use the up and down navigation keys - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 44
to a Landscape orientation. 4. Touch to complete the message and return to the previous screen. Using Abc Mode 1. Rotate your phone counterclockwise to a Landscape orientation. 2. Touch the Text Input Mode button at the bottom of the screen and touch . Note: The Emo option is available only - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 45
enter. Using Symbols in Portrait Mode Symbol mode enables you to insert symbols and punctuation marks into text. 1. Touch the Text Input Mode button at the bottom of the change the screen to Handwriting mode. 2. From the drop-down list touch Handwriting to activate the handwriting recognition on the - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 46
the Input Select field and select Keypad. The available Text Input modes are: abc, Abc, ABC, Numeric, and Symbols. Each option causes the Handwriting mode to behave differently. ABC Abc abc 123 SYM All uppercase: causes the phone to read everything being written as uppercase characters. Ex: HI - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 47
the screen. • Write HI or Hi (in either case the Abc mode causes the initial character to be uppercase while the rest are forced into lowercase.) • Draw a line ( ___ ) across the screen to insert a space. Since there is no letter that matches this icon, the a697 inserts an empty space. You can also - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 48
the a697 inserts an empty space. You can also touch Space to insert an empty space. Handwriting Mode-Entering Symbols 1. Touch the Text Input Mode button the Text Input Mode button and select abc. abc is then shown on the screen. • Write ATT or att (in either case the abc mode causes all characters - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 49
in the display. Editing a Profile's Call Settings 1. In a profile's settings screen, touch the drop-down menu (upper-right of the screen) and select Call. 2. Select the Call Alert Type field, select one of the following, and touch Save: • Melody: the phone rings using the ring melody selected in - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 50
Vibration & Melody: the phone vibrates and plays a melody simultaneously. 3. Touch the Voice Call Ringtone field, touch to select menu. Editing a Profile's Phone Settings 1. In a profile's settings screen, touch the drop-down menu (upper-right of the screen) and select Phone. 2. Touch the Keypad - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 51
: the phone vibrates but does not play a melody. • Vibration & Melody: the phone vibrates and plays a melody simultaneously. • Mute: the phone is silent to change the background image displayed on the Main screen. 1. From Idle mode, touch Light ➔ Wallpaper. ➔ Settings ➔ Display and 2. Drag an - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 52
the informational text displayed on your phone. 1. From Idle mode, touch ➔ Settings ➔ Display and the main screen when the phone powers on. 1. From Idle mode, touch ➔ Settings ➔ Display . 1. From Idle mode, touch ➔ Settings lighting conditions. 1. From Idle mode, touch ➔ Settings ➔ Display - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 53
will impact your battery life. Time & Date This menu allows you to change the current time and date displayed. 1. From Idle mode, touch ➔ Settings ➔ Time and Date. 2. Touch the Time Zone Updating drop-down list and select one of the following: • Manual Only: you need to manually set the time - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 54
Automatic, English, Français, and Español. 1. From Idle mode, touch ➔ Settings ➔ Phone ➔ Language. 2. Touch the Screen Text drop-down list, touch one of the following selections and touch Save : • Automatic (uses the language set on your SIM card). • English • Français • Español 3. Touch the - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 55
. Motion Detection The Motion Detection feature can be used for muting an incoming call or alarm, setting Snooze on an alarm, and starting and restarting a timer. 1. From Idle mode, touch ➔ Settings ➔ Phone ➔ Motion Detection. 2. Touch On to activate the Motion Detection feature, or touch Off - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 56
Smart Unlock" on page 56. Security The Security feature enables you to restrict the use of your phone by others and to restrict the types of calls. Various codes and passwords are used to protect the features of your phone. ᮣ From Idle mode, touch ➔ Settings ➔ Phone ➔ Security. Lock Phone When - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 57
Mode field. • On: you can only call phone numbers stored in the Fixed Dial Contacts. You must enter your PIN2 to continue this configuration. You can obtain your PIN2 from AT&T's customer service department. • Off: you can call any number. 2. Use the on-screen keypad to enter your PIN2 Code - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 58
password, your phone will require AT&T customer service to have it unlocked. Change PIN code This feature allows you code is provided by AT&T. Entering an incorrect code can cause the phone to lock, at which point, you will have to call AT&T customer service for assistance. 1. If the Check PIN Code - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 59
and touch . 3. Enter the new PIN2 code and touch . 4. Re-enter (reconfirm) the same code and touch . Reset Phone You can easily reset your phone to its default settings. To reset your phone: 1. From Idle mode, touch ➔ Settings ➔ Phone ➔ Reset Phone. 2. At the Continue? prompt, touch Yes to - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 60
by drawing a preselected symbol with your finger. In addition to unlocking your phone, you can immediately display your contacts, create a message, or launch an application. 1. From Idle mode, touch ➔ Settings ➔ Smart Unlock. 2. Touch the gray box next to a symbol. Initially, all of the boxes will - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 61
on a user-created list from within the Reject List. • Call Answer: selects how your phone answers incoming calls. Selections calls only when you can not be reached and your phone status is set to unreachable. - Cancel All: cancels all call forwarding functions. • Call Waiting: this network service - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 62
Status (checks the status of this service on your account). • Auto Redial: the phone automatically redials the last active number if the call was either cut off or you were and Deactivation 1. From Idle mode, touch ➔ Settings ➔ Connectivity ➔ Bluetooth. 2. Touch the Phone icon - or - to - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 63
the Bluetooth page. Remote SIM mode This mode allows you to turn On or Off Remote SIM Mode. Remote SIM mode, when set to On, allows the Bluetooth phone car kit to access the contact information stored on the SIM card. Note: There is a risk that another Bluetooth device (user) can access and modify - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 64
the phone. Prior to connecting the USB cable to the phone, install the latest version of the PC Studio application. This application installs the necessary USB drivers onto your machine. For a free download of PC Studio, go to www.samsung.com/us/support. 1. From Idle mode, touch Select USB Mode - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 65
the settings for connecting your phone to the network. Although the active connection can be changed by the user, it is recommended that this choice be made with the assistance of either the retailer or customer service representative. 1. From Idle mode, touch ➔ Settings ➔ Connectivity ➔ Network - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 66
The WAP settings may vary depending on the service provider. 5. Touch Save to store these detail within other sections of this manual. 1. From Idle mode, touch ➔ Settings ➔ Applications Settings are stored on your phone (Accept All or Reject All). If you select Prompt, the phone will ask you to - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 67
or - Touch Save to save the new setting. Record Audio Settings To configure the filename and maximum length for a recording. 1. From Idle mode, touch ➔ Settings ➔ Applications Settings ➔ Record Audio. 2. Touch either of the following fields and edit the information: • Default Name: allows you to use - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 68
a Call Using Speed Dial" on page 27. • Save New Contacts to: defines the destination for new contact entries (Phone, SIM Card phone: 1. From Idle mode, touch ➔ Settings ➔ Memory Management. 2. Touch any of the following options: • Clear Phone Memory • Memory Card Details • Used Space Clear Phone - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 69
Clear . 4. Enter the user-defined password and touch OK to clear the memory settings. For more information, refer to "Change Phone Password" on page 54. is inserted properly in your phone. For more information, refer to "Installing the Memory Card" on page 6. 2. From Idle mode, touch ➔ Settings ➔ - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 70
Check the Used Space 1. From Idle mode, touch ➔ Settings ➔ Memory Management ➔ Used Space. 2. Select one of the following storage categories to view the contents of a category's memory: • Shared Memory • Messaging • My Stuff • - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 71
as well). Although you may add additional fields to a SIM entry; if you move that same SIM card to another model phone, it is possible that only the basic information will be transferred . The Display Name is what appears when you receive a call from this contact. Understanding Your Address Book 67 - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 72
: By default, Contacts are saved on the phone. To copy them to a SIM card, see "Copying an Entry to the SIM Card" on page 76. Adding More Fields alongside all entries by touching All. Additional fields include: • Mobile: adds an additional Mobile number field for the entry. • Home: adds an - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 73
messages are received from this contact. • NickName: adds a field that can be used to enter a nickname for the entry. The NickName is not displayed when calls are made to or received from the contact. • Company: adds a Company field for this entry. • Job Title: adds a Job Title field for this entry - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 74
calls screen. - or - Touch ➔ Tools ➔ Recent Calls. 2. Touch a phone number from the list to reveal the Details page (shown below) for the phone entry. To call When you call automated systems, you are often required to enter a password or account number. Instead of manually entering the numbers - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 75
are physically separate but are used as a single entity, called the Address Book. Depending on your particular SIM card, the maximum number of phone numbers the SIM card can store and how they are stored may differ. 1. In Idle mode, touch ➔ Address Book ➔ Contacts. 2. Touch the Contacts Filter - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 76
of the on-screen buttons. 1. Touch and touch an Address Book name from the list to reveal the Entry Options page (shown below) for the phone entry. Power Search tab 4. When found, touch call. adjacent to the entry to make the 72 - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 77
➔ Address Book Settings ➔ Own Number ➔ . FDN Mode FDN (Fixed Dialing Number) mode, if supported by your SIM card, restricts your outgoing calls to a limited set of phone numbers. When this feature is enabled, you can make calls only to phone numbers stored in the FDN list on the - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 78
phone number for this FDN contact. Touch OK . 5. Touch the SIM card location field to then use the on-screen numeric keypad to enter a location value for the entry on the SIM card. Touch OK . 6. Touch Save to store the new FDN entry. 7. Press to return to Idle mode image: • Reset: although not - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 79
Group entry, there must be at least one member as part of the selected group. 1. In Idle mode, touch ➔ Address Book ➔ Groups. 2. Touch a current have stored phone numbers in the Address Book, you can add them to your Favorites list. Adding Favorites to your Address Book 1. In Idle mode, touch ➔ - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 80
to note that if you move the SIM card to another phone that does not support additional fields on the SIM card, this additional information may not be available. 1. In Idle mode, touch ➔ Address Book ➔ SIM Management ➔ Copy Contacts to SIM. The phone then displays a list of your current contacts - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 81
Copy. 4. When you are finished, press to return to Idle mode. Deleting All of the Address Book Entries You can delete all Phone or SIM entries from your phone's memory. Deleting all entries from the Phone 1. In Idle mode, touch ➔ Address Book ➔ Contacts ➔ Delete. 2. Touch the All field to - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 82
only when your SIM card supports Service Dialing Numbers. Checking the Address Book's Used Space You can check how many names and numbers are stored in the Address book, in both SIM card and the phone memory. You can also see the capacity of both memories. 1. In Idle mode, touch ➔ Address Book - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 83
Yellow Pages Mobile The Yellowpages Mobile application provides quick and ready access to businesses, map locations, and storage of your favorite searches (My Place). This application allows you to tap into - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 84
mobile phones or email addresses. To use this feature, you may need to subscribe to your service provider's message service. The Multimedia Messaging Service list (if FDN mode has been turned on). • Enter Manually: to manually enter a destination using a valid cellular phone number or email address - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 85
screen. 5. Add more recipients by touching the recipient field. 6. Review your message and touch Send . Additional Message Options 1. Touch Insert to allows you to temporarily exit the message, record an audio clip using the phone's microphone, and then add it to your message by touching Add. • - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 86
More ➔ Send Business Card via ➔ Message. 4. Enter your message and touch OK . 5. Add recipient(s) and touch Send . Viewing New Received Messages 1. In Idle mode, new messages are indicated by icons and a New Messages pop-up. For more information, refer to "Understanding the Events Widget" on page 25 - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 87
on one of the following criteria (criteria will be different depending on the type of message): - Sender, Read/Unread, Type, Subject, Size, or Lock/Unlock status. • Delete: deletes either a single or multiple set of messages. Touch an entry from the list to place a checkmark alongside the entry and - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 88
Report. This option only appears for multimedia messages. - Lock/Unlock: allows you to secure a selected message by protecting it from accidental alterations. This option only appears for multimedia messages that are stored in the phone's memory. Using Mobile Email Take your email with you! With - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 89
service. For further details, contact your service provider. Signing into Your IM Account Although each account type differs, the initial sign in procedure is common to all supported Deleting Messages When your phone's memory is full, option erase obsolete messages, freeing memory for new messages. - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 90
Deleting Messages within a Folder 1. Touch ➔ Messaging. 2. Select a message folder (Inbox, Sent, Outbox, or Drafts). A list of messages in the folder appears in the display. 3. Touch Delete and touch an entry to mark it for selection with a checkmark. 4. Touch either an individual message or - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 91
fields without assistance from a customer service representative. 3. Touch Save to - Delivery Time: you can set a time delay before the phone sends your messages. - Message Size: you can set the maximum Download Type: allows you to set the message receipt options. Choose from Auto Download, Manual - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 92
KB. • Creation Mode: provide you with editing and formatting tools. Choose from: Free, Warning, or Broadcast Message Settings (SIM Card Dependent) This network service allows you to service provider to deliver content (e.g. images, ringtones, software upgrades, information, etc.) to mobile phones - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 93
➔ Messaging ➔ Templates ➔ Text Templates. 2. Touch Create. 3. Touch the empty text field and use the on-screen keypad to enter a message. You can rotate the phone to use the QWERTY keypad. For more information, refer to "Entering Text" on page 37. 4. Touch Save to store the text to the Text - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 94
. The display shows the total space including the used and free space. You can also view how much space is currently occupied by each message box. 1. Touch ➔ Messaging ➔ Used Space. 2. Touch a particular folder for review using the drop-down list box. 3. When you have finished, press . 90 - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 95
direct sunlight or in bright conditions, shadows may appear on the photo. 1. In Idle mode, press the Camera key located on the lower right-hand side of the phone to activate the camera mode. 2. Using the phone's main display screen as a viewfinder, adjust the image by aiming the camera at the - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 96
to the shooting mode. • Continuous: takes a succession of consecutive photos by pressing and holding the Camera key. • Panorama: takes a landscape photo by taking an initial photo and then adding additional images to itself. The guide box lets you view the area where the second part of the panoramic - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 97
source: Matrix, Center-Weighted, or Spot. • Night Mode: allows you to take pictures in low light conditions. review (On or Off). • GPS: allows you to turn GPS On or Off (also known as Geotagging). The location of where the picture is taken is attached to the picture. (Only available in Camera mode - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 98
video. Selecting Off, temporarily mutes the microphone and records only video. (Only available in Camcorder mode). • Storage: allows you to configure the default storage location for images/videos as either Phone or Memory Card (if inserted). White Balance: allows you to set this option to one of - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 99
Note: Edit and Set as features are not available when the camcorder mode is active. • Information ( ): displays file information such as name, the currently active image as part of a new multimedia message, to an external device via Bluetooth, or to HP's online Snapfish® service. • Set as ( ): - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 100
send the currently active image as part of a new multimedia message, to an external device via Bluetooth, or to HP's online Snapfish® service. • Set as: allows you you to make a selected graphic printable by either USB or Bluetooth printer. - Lock/Unlock: allows you to secure a selected graphic by - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 101
located on the lower right-hand side of the phone to activate the camera mode. 2. Touch then touch Camcorder ( ). Camcorder 3. Using the phone's main display screen as a viewfinder, adjust has been saved, touch video for review. to play back your 7. Press to return to the viewer. Camera 97 - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 102
as are not a features available when the camcorder mode is active. • Information ( ): displays file lets you send the currently active video as part of a new multimedia message or to an on either the Phone or Memory Card. • Manage: allows you to move or copy an existing unlocked folder or file - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 103
the video file to prevent deletion. Lock prevents the video clip from being deleted; Unlock allows the video clip to be deleted. Once you have selected the video to play, your options in landscape mode are: • Options ( ): to access the following: - Send via: allows you to send the video clip - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 104
, Audio, Games, Picture, Tools, Video, Other Files, or Used Space. 3. If you have a memory card in your phone, touch the filter drop down (upper to Delete, Rename, Sort by, Send via Bluetooth, Bluetooth Visibility, and Lock/Unlock certain files or folders. Creating a New Folder 1. Touch ➔ My Stuff - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 105
All to place a checkmark alongside all available/unlocked items. 4. Once complete, touch Move/Copy. 5. Touch Phone or Memory Card depending on where you want Tones, Music, or Recorded Audio). Tones You can shop, download, and save to your Downloaded Ringtones folder. 1. Touch ➔ My Stuff ➔ Audio ➔ - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 106
downloaded and stored in the Tones folder.) - or - Touch an available entry. 3. From the playback page, touch Set as and select from the following options: • Call one of the following options and follow the on-screen instructions. 102 • Shop Answer Tones: launches AppCenter from which you - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 107
Games The Games menu option allows you to shop games using AppCenter. You can download new games, then save them to the Games folder. For more information, refer to "Games Stuff folder on either the Phone or Memory Card. • Manage: allows you to move or copy an existing unlocked folder or file. • - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 108
the currently active image as part of a new multimedia message, to an external device via Bluetooth, or to HP's online Snapfish® service. • Set as: allows Print via: allows you to make a selected graphic printable by either USB or Bluetooth printer. • Lock: locks graphics. • Properties: allows you - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 109
Alarms, use the Calendar features, view Recent Calls, use the Sketchpad, create Tasks, create to purchase a new video. The file is downloaded and stored in the Video folder. Other Files view the usage and available memory for Applications, Audio, Games, Picture, Video, and Other Files. To access - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 110
phone has embedded links to the web sites providing you with download services, preset by your service provider. 1. Touch ➔ AppCenter. 2. Touch an on-screen entry such as: Ringtones, Games Find the item you want to download and follow the onscreen instructions to purchase it. Ringtones This - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 111
to shop for graphic images using the built-in browser. You can download new images to your Pictures folder. 1. Touch ➔ AppCenter ➔ Color Club, where you can earn credits to be used for tones, graphics, and games in the AT&T AppCenter. Note: A monthly charge is applied for MyMEdia membership. - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 112
Platinum Sudoku 2 • Tetris 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. Shop Games 1. Touch ➔ Games & Apps ➔ Games ➔ Shop Games to launch AppCenter. 2. Follow the on-screen options. The file is downloaded and stored in the Games folder. 108 Note: Service charges and subscription purchase may be required - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 113
game called geocaching (also known as "GPS treasure hunting"). • Loopt: is a GPS sharing system that allows users to visualize one another using their cell phones and share information. Loopt also enables users site. • WHERE: is a downloadable mobile application that uses your current location - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 114
➔ Games & Apps ➔ Applications ➔ Shop Applications to launch AppCenter. 2. Follow the on-screen options to purchase the new application. The file is downloaded and stored in the Applications folder. 3. To access a new application, touch the entry from the available list. Note: Service charges - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 115
Player is an application that can play music files. The music player supports files with extensions AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, MP3, WMA, 3GP, MP4 of the following on-screen buttons during playback to activate their features: Shuffle mode button: • Shuffle On: the current list of songs are randomly shuffled - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 116
handset by using one or more of the following methods: • Purchase and download music and ringtones directly to your handset over your wireless carrier's network media player application and an optional USB Data Cable and an optional microSDTM Memory Card. Note: When the Bluetooth feature is - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 117
Music from the Digital Music Stores In order to download music from the computer to your handset, a microSD card and USB data cable are required. These items are sold separately; go to www.wireless.att.com/cell-phone-service/ accessories/. 1. Using your computer, open your preferred Windows Media - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 118
on the phone. 9. download process. Note: The Music Player does not necessarily support Call: make or receive a call (music player is paused) • Messaging: send or receive a text or multimedia message. Music continues to play unless an audio clip is received as a part of a multimedia message. • Mobile - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 119
to stop the function to prevent the battery from losing its charge. Pausing the player will continue to use the battery. Music Player Settings 1. Touch ➔ AT a 3rd party music application (such as Windows Media Player) and then downloaded to the handset. Creating a Playlist 1. Touch ➔ AT&T Music ➔ - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 120
application can be downloaded at www.napster.com. Subscription fees may apply. 2. Touch ➔ Settings ➔ Connectivity ➔ Select USB Mode ➔ Mass Storage/Media Player (for MTP). For more information, refer to "Configuring Your Phone's USB Settings" on page 60. 3. Use the USB adapter cable to connect the - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 121
source (indicating the internal microSD card) SGH-A697 SGH-A697 - Card SGH-A697 - Card SGH-A697 SGH-A697 SGH-A697 SGH-A697 6. Click Finish to continue onto the application. You will then notice the Sync tab active and displaying a connection with the phone and displaying the name you created - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 122
SGH-A697 SGH-A697 SGH-A697 Sync List 8. If not already active, click the Sync tab. 9. Choose the destination location for the media files. The a697 Card entry (you named) appears in a drop-down list on the left side of the screen. 118 10. Click on the Library entry (from the left column) and - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 123
and follow the on-screen instructions. Exit the application by pressing . Music Applications The Music Applications option accesses the internet to provide Music tools for your handset. Services provided on this site may include Music ID, MobiRadio, Billboard Mobile Channel, MobiTV, Live TV, and - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 124
share the song ID with another user, touch Share. 6. Enter the recipients phone number. Touch OK once complete. 120 topics related to the musicID application. These topics cover: • Getting Started: provides information about Music information about the MusicID 2 software version. Exiting from the - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 125
press OK to continue. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. Music Sync Music Sync™ turns your mobile phone into a music player that can play your entire music the passcode that is displayed here. The appropriate website for download is given. • Turn Shuffle On/Off: Use this option to toggle On or - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 126
a network connection or want to play songs from your phone, you can select this option to go offline. If Reset Application: This option resets the Music Sync application. This is needed if you want to pair your handset with a new PC. Note: This option removes all music files downloaded and resets - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 127
providers. AT&T GPS is a folder on the phone where you can either purchase GPS applications or find separately licensed product that requires you to download the feature to your handset, and that you would like and follow the on-screen instructions. The next time you access AT&T Navigator, you - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 128
, enabling a real-time compass, and setting detailed application preferences. 3. Press to return to Idle mode. 124 Note: These services require the purchase of a subscription. Obtaining Driving Directions The phone's built-in GPS hardware allows you to get real-time driving directions to selected - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 129
is a downloadable mobile application free trial period is provided with a notice that if you do not cancel within seven days then you are charged for the GPS service. Important!: After the trial period, charges for Where service apply. Contact your service • Reviews: allows you to see reviews of - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 130
get more information and application support at: www.trimbleoutdoors.com. 1. Touch ➔ AT&T GPS ➔ AllSportGPS. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. Loopt Loopt is a cellphone-based GPS sharing system that allows users to visualize one another using their cell phones and share information. Loopt - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 131
Web Your phone is equipped with a WAP (Wireless Application Protocol) browser which allows you to access the Internet. This section explains how to access the WAP services of your service provider and navigate the WAP browser. Accessing the WAP Browser ᮣ In Idle mode, touch ➔ Mobile Web. Tip - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 132
the current page with updated information. View mode: allows you to view the phone in mobile mode or PC mode. Search: launches the Google/Yahoo Search window change the browser profiles, and view information about the browser software. Fullscreen View: indicates the page is being displayed in a - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 133
phone is sideways, an onscreen keyboard is displayed. When upright, only the alphanumeric keypad is shown. Portrait Toolbar View (with buttons) • Turn the phone phone upright to see a Portrait view of the current screen. Viewing the Page in Full Screen Mode pages on your phone, scrolling requires - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 134
the Homepage 1. Touch (Toolbar View) to launch the Web Toolbar. 2. Touch to return to the homepage. Navigating via a URL Address 1. In Idle mode, touch ➔ Mobile Web. 2. Touch the URL text field at the top of the screen. 3. Use the onscreen alphanumeric keypad to enter the target Web address. - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 135
to input a title for the web address. Touch OK to continue. 4. Touch Save to store the new Favorite entry. Editing Favorites 1. In Idle mode, touch ➔ Mobile Web ➔ . • Only those entries with can be edited. 2. Touch adjacent to a favorite entry. Do not touch the name, as this will launch the - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 136
any paired Bluetooth device that can receive the data. 1. In Idle mode, touch ➔ Mobile Web ➔ ➔ More ➔ Send URL via. 2. Touch one of Cookie Options: sets whether cookies are stored on your phone (Accept All or Reject All). If you select Prompt, the phone will ask you to save the cookies on every - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 137
touch Yes to continue, or No to cancel the operation. Setting Cookie Options You can define how to manage cookie installation on your phone when a web site is attempting to place them on your phone. 1. In Idle mode, touch ➔ Mobile Web ➔ ➔ Browser Settings ➔ Cookie Options. 2. Touch one of the - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 138
mode, touch ➔ Mobile Web. History List drop down from your phone. 1. In Idle mode, touch ➔ Mobile Web ➔ operation. Setting Browser Preferences The Preferences option allows you to set your browser's ability to run JavaScript, display images, and play sounds. 1. In Idle mode, touch ➔ Mobile - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 139
About Browser option gives the browser software version information. 1. In Idle mode, touch ➔ Mobile Web ➔ ➔ Browser Settings downloaded on the phone. - Username & Password: allows you to setup a username and password prior to gaining access to the Mobile Web homepage and related services. Mobile - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 140
. Note: Although the active connection can be changed by the user, it is recommended that this choice be made with the assistance of either the retailer or customer service representative. 1. In Idle mode, touch ➔ Mobile Web ➔ ➔ Browser Settings ➔ Browser Profiles. 2. Touch one of the following - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 141
Secure. • User ID: enter the User ID required to connect to the network. • Password: enter the user password required Phone IP: enter the IP address obtained from the network operator, if you checked the Static IP option. - Static DNS: specify if you want to manually service provider. Mobile Web 137 - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 142
software is an advanced speech recognition software used to activate a wide variety of functions on your phone. Nuance software >: lets you check your phone's status in the same report (Status, Messages, Missed Calls, Time, Signal strength, Network, Battery, My Phone Number, and Volume). While - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 143
• Settings: lists the settings for voice command software such as: Confirmation, Adaptation, Audio Modes, Speakerphone, and About. If the phone does not recognize your command the Command not recognized screen displays with two options: • Tutorial: provides instructions on how to use voice commands. - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 144
send your voice clip to other people using either a message or to a Bluetooth device. - Set as: allows you to set the current memo as a Call Ringtone, a Caller Ringtone for a specific entry or an Alarm Tone. - Properties: displays the Name, Format, Size, etc., of the current voice memo. 5. To exit - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 145
so that it is facing downward. Each time the alarm rings (depending on how many times you have set the Snooze Repeat option) flip the phone over. Calendar The calendar feature allows you to view the Month, Week, and Day layout views. It also shows any Missed Alarm Events that have - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 146
using + or -. 8. Touch Set to complete the process. Note: In Jog mode, touching and holding down the + and - keys increases the speed at which Touch any of the following options: • Go to: allows you to manually select a target date for review by using the Go To dialer page. Touch Go to be taken to - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 147
Calendar's Starting Day (select either Sunday or Monday) and View by Mode (select Month, Week, or Day). • Missed Alarm Events: displays any , press or press . Recent Calls The phone stores the numbers of the calls you've dialed, received, or missed in the Recent Calls menu. If the number or caller - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 148
assign the audio file as the current alarm tone. 4. Touch Save ➔ Save to store the new task. Calculator With this feature, you can use the phone as a calculator. The calculator provides the basic arithmetic functions; addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 149
the first number using the on-screen numeric keys. 3. Enter the operation for your calculation by touching the corresponding on-screen arithmetic function key half of the screen. 6. Touch Reset to clear the fields and start over. Converter Your phone comes with a built-in conversion application - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 150
the necessary value and touch OK . 5. Touch the drop-down list (upper-right) to then select the desired source unit. This is the value you are converting "from". • The resulting converted values ("to") are the automatically displayed in a list. 6. Touch Reset to erase the current values and begin - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 151
scroll to the desired time length using + or -. Note: In Jog mode, touching and holding down the + and - keys increases the speed at the timer by flipping it back over. To set up your phone to utilize Motion Detection, see "Motion Detection" on page 51. RESET to erase all times recorded. Tools 147 - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 152
people who are deaf or hard of hearing, or who have speech or language disabilities, to communicate via a telephone. This phone comes TTY-ready and only right side of the phone) enables this function. For additional technical support you may access the following website or call 1-888-987-4357. - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 153
by the FCC. Tests for each model phone are performed in positions and locations (e.g. at the ear and worn on the body) as required by the FCC. For body worn operation, this phone has been tested and meets FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with an accessory that Health and Safety Information 149 - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 154
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 - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 155
phones and genuine Samsung accessories. Go to: http://mobile.samsungusa.com/recycling/index.jsp or call 1-800-822-8837 for more information. UL Certified Travel Adapter The Travel Adapter for this phone has met applicable UL safety requirements. Please adhere to the following safety instructions - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 156
of wireless phones? Under the law, FDA does not review the safety of radiationemitting consumer products such as wireless phones before user. In such a case, FDA could require the manufacturers of wireless phones to notify users of the 152 health hazard and to repair, replace or recall the phones - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 157
on FDA and other health agencies for safety questions about wireless phones. 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 RF exposures that people get from these base - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 158
phones. Many factors affect this measurement, such as the angle at which the phone is held, or which model of phone and studies of wireless phone users. The CRADA will also phone every day, you could place more distance between your body and the source of the RF, since the exposure level drops - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 159
from exposure to RF emissions from wireless phones, there is no reason to believe that accessories that claim to shield the head from those emissions reduce risks. Some products that claim to shield the user from RF absorption use special phone cases, while others involve nothing Health and Safety - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 160
accessory attached to the phone. Studies have shown that these products generally do not work as advertised. Unlike "hand-free" kits, these so-called "shields" may interfere with proper operation of the phone. The phone and work to resolve the problem. Additional information on the safety - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 161
convenience and safety to your wireless 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 without removing your eyes from the road. If you get an incoming call at an inconvenient time, let your - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 162
the potential to divert your attention from the road. 8. Use your wireless phone to call for help. Dial 9-1-1 or other local emergency number in the case of fire, traffic accident or medical emergencies. 9. Use your wireless phone to help others in emergencies. If you see an auto accident, crime in - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 163
Individual susceptibility to noise-induced hearing loss and potential hearing problem varies. Additionally, the amount of sound produced by a portable audio device varies depending on the nature of the sound, the device settings, and the headphones - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 164
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 the equipment and for - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 165
Hearing Aid Compatibility with Mobile Phones Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some 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 - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 166
vehicle engine. Emergency Calls This phone, like any wireless phone, operates using radio signals, calls the phone must be switched on and in a service area with adequate signal strength. Emergency calls may not be possible on all wireless phone networks or when certain network services and/or phone - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 167
, and void 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 - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 168
your phone, the system handling your call controls the power level. This power can range from 0.006 watts to 0.2 watts in digital mode. 164 Maintaining Your Phone's Peak Performance For the best care of your phone, only authorized personnel should service your phone and accessories. Faulty service - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 169
such as network configuration, signal strength, operating temperature, features selected, frequency of calls, and voice, data, and other application usage patterns. Battery Precautions • Avoid dropping the cell phone. Dropping it, especially on a hard surface, can potentially cause damage to the - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 170
batteries, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service center. Always recycle. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. Care and Maintenance Your phone years. • Keep the phone and all its parts and accessories out of the reach of small children. • Keep the phone dry. Precipitation, humidity and - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 171
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 - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 172
") that SAMSUNG's Phones and accessories ("Products") are free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for the period commencing upon the date of purchase and continuing for the following specified period of time after that date: Phone Batteries Leather Case Holster - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 173
call Samsung Customer Care at 1-888-9874357. Upon receipt, SAMSUNG will promptly repair or replace the defective Product. SAMSUNG may, at SAMSUNG's sole option, use rebuilt, reconditioned, or new parts PERTAINING THERETO. NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 174
AND THE DIRECT VENDOR, OWNER OR SUPPLIER OF 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 - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 175
. 4. CONSENT TO USE OF DATA. You agree that Samsung and its affiliates may collect and use technical information gathered as part of the product support services related to the Software provided to you, if any, related to the Software. Samsung may use this information solely to improve its products - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 176
herein to any third party unless it is in connection with the sale of the mobile device which the Software accompanied. In such event, the transfer must include all of the Software (including all component parts, the media and printed materials, any upgrades, this EULA) and you may not retain any - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 177
OR ERROR-FREE, OR THAT DEFECTS IN THE SOFTWARE WILL BE CORRECTED. NO ORAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION OR ADVICE GIVEN BY SAMSUNG OR A SAMSUNG AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE SHALL CREATE A WARRANTY. SHOULD THE SOFTWARE PROVE DEFECTIVE, YOU ASSUME THE ENTIRE COST OF ALL NECESSARY SERVICING, REPAIR OR - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 178
reuse the data by means of special software. To avoid unintended information leaks and other problems of this sort, it is recommended that the device be returned to Samsung's Customer Care Center for an Extended File System (EFS) Clear which will eliminate all user memory and return all settings to - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 179
No reproduction in whole or in part allowed without prior written approval. Specifications and availability subject to change without notice. Warranty Information 175 - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 180
Copying Entry to Phone 77 Copying Entry to SIM Card 76 Deleting all of the Address Book Entries 77 Dialing a Number 71 Favorites 75 FDN (Fixed Dialing Number) Mode 73 Finding an Address Book Entry 71 176 Group Settings 74 Managing Address Book Entries 76 Own Phone Number 73 Service Dialing Numbers - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 181
a Call 28 Call Back Missed Call 31 Call Time 32 Call Waiting 36 Correcting the Number 26 Data Counter 33 Deleting Missed Call 32 Dialing a Recent Number 27 Ending a Call 27 International Call 26 Making a Call 26 Manual Pause Dialing 26 Missed Call Details 30 Options During a Call 33 Putting a Call - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 182
54 Changing Your Settings 45 Charging battery 7 Check PIN code 53 Clear Phone Memory 64 Cookies Deleting 133 Options 133 D Digital Music Stores 113 Display icons 14 E Entering Text 37 , Changing the Text Entry Mode 38 42 Using 123Sym Mode 39 Using Abc Mode 40 Using Emo Mode 40 Using Numeric 41 Using - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 183
Site 136 Changing WAP Profiles 136 Downloading Multimedia Files 106 Navigating with the Mobile Email 84 Templates 89 Types of Messages 80 Using Message Options 83 microSD card Installing 6 Mobile Banking 109 Mobile 35 My Stuff Answer Tones 102 Audio 101 Games 103 Music 102 Other Files 105 Pictures 103 - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 184
132 Service Dialing Numbers 78 Settings , Address Book 64 67 Applications 62 Call Settings 57 Display and Light 47 Phone 50 Record Audio 63 Security 52 Sound 45 Time & Date 49 SIM card installation 5 Installing 5 Smart Unlock 56 Speakerphone Key 35 Standard Limited Warranty 168 Swap 34 T T9 Mode - Samsung SGH-A697 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8.4) (English) - Page 185
Unlock 8 Transition Effect 48 Travel Adapter 7 Using 7 TTY Settings 148 U UL Certification 151 Understanding Your Phone 10 Features of Your Phone 10 Front View 10 Rear View 13 Side Views 12 Unmute 33 URL Entering Manually Deleting an Entry 146 Y Yellowpages 109 Yellowpages Mobile 79 YPmobile 79 181
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