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    SGH-A717 PORTABLE Quad-BAND MOBILE PHONE User Guide Please read this manual before operating your phone, and keep it for future reference.
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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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    WITH THE PRODUCT, THE PURCHASER TAKES THE PRODUCT "AS IS", AND SAMSUNG MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO REQUIREMENTS OF ANY LAW, RULE, SPECIFICATION OR CONTRACT PERTAINING THERETO. NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN
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    5 SIM Card Information 5 Charging a Battery ...7 Installing the microSD Card 8 Turning the Phone On or Off 9 Setting Up Your Voice Mail 9 Section 2: Understanding Your Phone 12 Features of Your Phone 12 Open View of Your Phone 13 Closed View of Your Phone 15 Internal Display Layout 16
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    78 Display Settings ...81 Time & Date ...82 Phone Settings ...83 Call Settings ...84 Connectivity ...88 Configuring your Phone's Connections 91 Configuring your Phone's USB Connection 92 Software Update ...93 Application Settings 93 Reset Settings ...96 Memory Settings ...97 Video Share Settings
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    Cookies 151 Changing the WAP Profiles 152 Section 14: Section 14: Accessibility 154 Section 15: Health and Safety Information 155 Health and Safety Information 155 Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling 157 UL Certified Travel Adapter 157 Consumer Information on Wireless
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    Environment 168 Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices 168 Potentially Explosive Environments 169 Emergency Calls 169 FCC Notice and Cautions 170 Other Important Safety Information 171 Product Performance 171 Availability of Various Features/Ring Tones 172 Battery Standby and Talk
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    subscription details, such as your PIN, and available optional services. Install and charge the phone 1. If necessary, power-off the phone by holding down the key until the power-off image displays. 2. Remove the battery by pressing the battery lock down and slide the battery cover away, as shown. 5
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    tabs with the slots at the bottom of the phone. 2. Press the battery down until it clicks into place. Make sure that the battery is properly installed before switching on the phone. 3. With the battery in position on the phone, place the cover back on the handset and slide it in until it clicks
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    following illustration is the correct and incorrect method for connecting the charger. If attempted, damage to the accessory port will occur therefore voiding the phone's warranty. 3. When the phone is completely charged (the battery icon becomes still), unplug the adapter from the power outlet. 7
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    must unplug the adaptor before removing the battery from the phone during charging to avoid damage. Installing the microSD Card To add additional memory to your phone you can insert a microSD card into the side of the phone. Use the following instructions and illustrations for proper insertion and
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    . The backlight turns off to conserve the remaining battery power. If the battery level becomes too low, the phone automatically turns off. Recharge your battery. Turning the Phone On or Off 1. Open the phone. 2. Press and hold the key until the phone power-on screen displays. Note: Do not turn
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    Setting Up Your Voice Mail 1. Open the phone to access your keypad. 2. From an Idle screen, press and the voice mail center. Changing the Voice Mail Name and Number Your SIM card gives you default service number of the voice mail center. However, you may need to change the number. Use the
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    8. Enter your new Voice Server number and press the Save soft key or the key to save this new number. 9. Press the key to return to Idle mode. 11
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    that are displayed when the phone is in use. Features of Your Phone Your phone is lightweight, easy-to-use and offers many significant features. The following list outlines a few of the features included in your phone. User friendly, menu driven access to features and options. • Bluetooth • Camera
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    illustrations. 1. Display: This screen displays all the information needed to operate your phone. 2. Navigation keys: This key allows you to scroll through phone menu options and provides a shortcut to phone functions from standby mode. 3. Soft keys: Perform the functions indicated by the screen
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    Open View of Your Phone 7. Voice Mail key: Press and hold the key to automatically dial your voicemail. * 8. Special Function keys: Asterisk/Shift key-enters the [ ] character for calling features. In text mode, press to change the character input type. Pound/Space key-enters the pound [#] character
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    , the keys themselves will not wake up the phone or control the music player. 4. Headset jack/Adapter jack: Allows you to plug in the travel adapter (power), PC connection cable (data transfer), and optional headset for safe, convenient, hands-free conversations. 5. Memory Card slot: Used to install
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    is being transferred, this icon animates. Appears when the phone is accessing services in an EDGE network. When data is being transferred, this icon animates. Appears when the phone is accessing services in a 3G (UMTS) network. When data is being transferred, this icon animates. Appears when the
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    service area, you cannot make or receive voice calls. Appears when an alarm is set on your phone. Appears when your incoming phone a new Over the Air (OTA) software update file has been received. Appears after wireless technology is active. When transferring data, this icon blinks red and blue.
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    is set to Outdoor. In this case, the speaker is active, the volume settings are raised to their highest levels, any currently active ringtones or melodies are activated, and the phone's vibrate feature is activated. This icon is accompanied on screen by the Vibrate/Audio icon. Understanding Your
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    when the speakerphone feature is being used during an active call. Shows the level of your battery. The more bars you see, the more power you have remaining. Selecting Functions and Options Your phone offers a set of functions that can be customized for your ease and specific needs. These functions
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    or option on a list, press the Up Navigation key or the key on the left side of the phone. • To move back up one level in the menu structure, press the Back soft key. • To exit Empty to open the My Menu • When in a menu mode the right soft key function is Back. Understanding Your Phone 20
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    Key The End key is used to turn on/off your phone, disconnect calls, and return to the standby mode. • Press and hold the End key to turn on mode to display a list of recent calls to and from your phone. • Press twice in standby mode to call the most recent number. • Press to pick up a waiting call.
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    Command Keys Navigation Key Use the directional keys on the Navigation key to browse menus, sub menus, and lists. Press the up or down navigation when jumping to highlighted links on the web. Each key also acts as a shortcut to launch applications. Understanding Your Phone 22
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    Time • Data Volume • Data Call Time • Silent Mode • Options During a Call This section describes how to make or answer a call. It also includes the features and functionality associated with making or answering a call. Making a Call When the Idle screen displays, enter the area code and phone number
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    on the SIM card or in the phone's memory. These entries are collectively called the Address Book. Once you have stored a number in the Address Book, you can dial it by pressing a few keys using the Speed Dial feature. For further details about the Address Book feature, see "Finding an Address Book
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    by pressing the key. Note: You can answer a call while using the Address Book or menu features. After ending the call, the phone returns to the function screen you were using. Video Share The Video Share features allows you to place a call and share live or recorded video while on the call. You
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    the soft key options: Stop: press this key to stop the video share feature. Brightness: press this key to adjust the brightness for the video. Mute: should press Accept and the Video begins to play on both phones. Recent Calls The phone stores the numbers of the calls you've dialed, received, or
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    is displayed on both the Idle screen and the front panel LCD. To view the number details, use the following steps: 1. If the phone is closed, open the phone. 2. Press the View soft key. The most recently missed call is displayed. Note: If there is a voicemail sent by the same number, associated
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    to save the missed number to your Address Book stored on the phone. • SIM: This option allows you to save the missed number to your Address Book stored on the optional SIM card. For further details about the Address Book feature, see "Adding a New Contact" on page 55. Sending a Message to a Missed
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    since the last time this counter was reset. • Last Received Data: shows the size of the last data packet (measured in KB kilobytes) received by the phone since the last time this counter was reset. • Total Sent Data: shows the size of the total data packet (measured in KB kilobytes) which have been
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    external LCD display depending on the settings of the Silent Phone Settings feature. To exit and reactivate the previous sound settings, press and can also make another call while you have a call in progress if your network supports this service. To put a call on hold: 1. While on a call, press the
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    the remaining call. Using the Speakerphone Key 1. During a call, press the speakerphone key . 2. Use the volume keys (located on the left side of your phone) to adjust the volume. In Call Options During a call, press the Options soft key to access the following: • Mute: Mutes the onboard microphone
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    when on the call. To turn this feature off (unmute the keypad), return to this a group. The DTMF tones are the tones used in phones for tone dialling, sounding when you press the number keys. you call an automated system, like a banking service. • Address Book: Allows you to access your Address
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    something to person in the room, but do not want the person on the phone to hear you. During a call, to switch the microphone off temporarily: 1. Waiting The Call Waiting feature allows you to answer an incoming call while you have a call in progress, if this service is supported by the network, and
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    established with your phone (both active and on hold). Swap: Places the current call on hold and then activates the previous call. 3-Way Calling (Party Line) The 3-Way or Multi-Line feature allows you to answer a series of incoming calls, place them on hold, and if this service is supported by the
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    or the key to enter the menu. 3. If the menu contains sub-menus, Phone Settings for example, you can access them by first highlighting the option and then Down Navigation key or the Volume key (located on the left side of your phone). Press the Select soft key, or the key to make your selection. 5.
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    location on the screen. Example: Accessing the Language menu. 1. Press the Menu soft key. 2. Press the key for Settings. 3. Press the key for Phone Settings 4. Press the key for Language. 5. Press the key to display the list of available languages. Menu Outline The following list shows the menu
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    7: View Favorites 8: Send URL 9: Enter URL 10: Copy URL via Message 11: Save 12: Saved Pages 13: History 14: Advanced 6: The Buzz 7: Community 1: Go to 2: Go 3: Reload 4: Desktop View 5: Page Size 6: Go to Homepage 7: Add to Favorites 8: View Favorites 9: Send URL 10: Enter URL 11: Copy URL via
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    2: Messaging 1: Create New Message 1: Add Recipients 2: Add Attachment 3: Back 2: Inbox 1: View 2: Reply 3: Forward 4: Call Back 5: Delete 6: Move to Phone 7: Sort by 8: Add to Address Book 3: Mobile Email 1: Yahoo! Mail 2: AOL 3: AIM 4: Windows Live Mail 5: AT&T Yahoo! 6: BellSouth 7: Other
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    4: Sort by 7: Drafts 1: Edit 2: Send 3: Delete 4: Move to My Folder 5: Sort by 8: My Folder 1: My Folder 1 2: My Folder 2 3: My Folder 3 9: Templates 1: Text Templates 2: Multimedia Message Templates 10: Delete All 1: All 2: Inbox 3: Sent 4: Outbox 5: Drafts 6: My Folder 11: Messaging Settings 1:
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    3: Video Share 4: Save to Address Book 5: Send Message 6: Delete 7: Add to Reject List 3: Calls Made 1: Details 2: Call Back 3: Video Share 4: Save to Address Book 5: Send Message 6: Delete 7: Add to Reject List 4: Calls Received 1: Details 2: Call Back 3: Video Share 4: Save to Address Book 5: Send
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    1: Last Sent Data 2: Last Received Data 3: Total Sent Data 4: Total Received Data 10: Data Call Time 1: Last Data Call 2: Total Data Call 4: MEdia Net 1: MEdia Net 1: Go 1: Forward 2: Backward 2: Reload 3: Desktop View 4: Page Size 1: Large 2: Normal 3: Small 5: Go to Homepage 6: Add to Favorites
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    1: Go to 2: Delete 3: Details 6: Advanced 1: Clear Cache 2: Empty Cookies 3: Cookie Options 4: Preferences 5: About Browser 7: Browser Settings 1: MEdia Net wap1.x 2: MEdia Net wap2.x 3: AT&T MMS 4: AT&T IMS 5: AT&T Mall 1: Shop Tones 2: Shop Games 3: Shop Graphics 4: Shop Multimedia 5: Shop
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    11: Copy URL via Message 12: Save 1: Image 2: Web page 13: Saved Pages 14: History 15: Advanced 1: Clear Cache 2: Empty Cookies 3: Cookie Options 4: Preferences 5: Certificates 6: Page Details 7: Browser Settings 8: About Browser 7: My Stuff 1: Audio 1: Open 2: Record Audio 3: Create Folder 4: Copy
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    2: Create Folder 3: Copy Folder 4: Sort by 5: Bluetooth Visibility 6: Memory Card Settings** 7: Properties 8: Memory Status 1: Open 2: Create Folder 3: Sort by 8: Address Book 1: View 2: Add New Contact 1: Phone 2: SIM Menu Navigation 44
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    method 2: Input language 3: Add More Fields 12: Assign Speed Dial 13: Copy to SIM 1: Selected 2: Multiple 14: Move to SIM 1: Selected 2: Multiple 15: Service Number 16: FDN Contacts 1: Create FDN Contact 17: Copy to FDN Contacts 18: Print via Bluetooth 19: Address Book Settings 1: Speed Dial 2: Save
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    Time 4: Date 5: Time Format 6: Date Format 4: Phone Settings 1: Language 2: Shortcuts 3: Own Number 5: Call Settings 1: All Calls 2: Voice Call 3: Data Call 6: Connectivity 1: Bluetooth 2: Connections 3: Select USB Mode 4: IMS Settings 7: Software Update 8: Application Settings 1: Messaging Settings
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    1: Phone Lock 2: SIM Lock 3: PIN Check 4: Lock Applications 5: FDN Mode 6: Change Phone Password 7: Change PIN Code 8: Change PIN2 Code 10: Reset Settings 1: All 2: Phone Settings 3: Display Settings 4: Profiles 5: Alarms 11: Memory Settings 1: Clear Memory 2: Memory Status 12: Phone Information 1:
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    Numeric Input Method Changing the Text Input Method This section outlines how to select the desired text input mode when entering characters into your phone. This section also describes how to use the T9 predictive text entry system to reduce the amount of key strokes associated with entering text
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    numbers. Symbols This mode allows you to enter symbols, such as punctuation marks. Add word This mode allows you to add new words to the phone's current dictionary. When you are in a field that allows characters to be entered (such as in a text message), you will notice the text input mode
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    Of" and "Me" have the and keys. The phone displays the most commonly used choice first. 5. Insert word for the associated keypress series. Note: This feature may not be available for some languages. • key. There are 4 cases: Initial capital, Capital lock, Lower case, and Numeric. • You can move the
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    Note: The cursor moves to the right when you press a different key. When entering the same letter twice or a different letter on the same key, just wait for a few seconds for the cursor to move to the right automatically, and then select the next letter. Keys Using the Symbols Input Method The
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    Using the Numeric Input Method Using the Numeric Input Method The Numeric mode enables you to enter numbers into a text message. Press the keys corresponding to the digits you want to enter. Entering Text 52
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    • Address Book Entry Options • Adding a New Contact • Dialing a Number from the SIM Card using the Location Number • Speed Dial • Finding My Own Phone Number • FDN Mode • Group Settings • Managing Address Book Entries This section allows you to manage your daily contacts by storing their name and
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    Address Book. Depending on your particular SIM card, the maximum number of phone numbers the SIM card can store may differ. 1. When the Idle screen listing. • Add New Contact: allows you to add a new entry to either your Phone or SIM card. • Voice Call: allows you to call a currently selected entry.
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    you to search through your address book listings of saved service numbers. • FDN Contacts: Fixed Dialling Number mode 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 on the SIM FDN list. • Copy to FDN
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    you receive a call from this contact. • Phone Number: allows you keep or alter the currently entered phone number. • Number Type: allows you to key or the key to access the My Stuff menu. • Ringtone: allows you to choose a ringtone for this contact information. Press the Options soft key or the key
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    Select soft key or the key. 6. Enter the following information for the New Contact. • Name: allows you to enter a name for the number entered. • Phone Number: assigns the number entered to the Mobile entry. • Location: allows you to assign a location number on your SIM for the number being entered
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    using the Location Number 1. In Idle mode, enter the location number for the phone number you want to dial and press the key. The contact entry information is selected the number you want to call. Speed Dial Once you have stored phone numbers from your Address book list, you can set up to 8-speed
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    • Select the Address Book entry you would like to add by pressing the Up or Down key and press the Select soft key or the key to save the entry. 6. Highlight FDN Contacts and press the Select soft key or the key. • Select the FDN entry you would like to add by pressing the Up or Down key and press
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    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 • Ringtone: allows you to set the ringtone associated with this group. Choose from the Default Ringtones or from the Downloaded Ringtones.
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    soft key or the key. 3. Select an entry which currently resides on the phone. • If the entry's associated Group graphic has a SIM location icon on it 5. Choose the location of the Address Book entries you wish to delete (Phone, SIM, or Phone & SIM), press the Select soft key or the key. 6. Highlight
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    your phone's Memory Status, press the key to return to Idle mode. Using the Service Dialing Numbers You can view the list of Service Dialing Numbers (SDN) assigned by your service provider menu is available only when your SIM card supports Service Dialing Numbers. Understanding Your Address Book 62
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    (SMS) allows you to send and receive short text messages to and from other mobile phones. To use this feature, you must subscribe to your service provider's message service. The Message icon ( ) displays when you have received new text messages. When the memory is full, an error message displays
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    Message and press the Select soft key or the key. 4. Enter either a phone number or contact name (from your Address Book) by pressing the key to Recent Log: allows you to choose from a brief list of recently dialed phone numbers. Press the key to add a selected number to your message's recipients
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    should only be sent to a phone which can support the receipt and display of this message type. • Input Language: allows you to temporarily change the input language used to create your message. • Input Method: allows you to change the method used to input data
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    Message and press the Select soft key or the key. 4. Enter either a phone number or contact a contact name (from your Address Book) by pressing the key Recent Log: allows you to choose from a brief list of recently dialed phone numbers. Press the key to add a selected number to your message's
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    highlight the Change to Multimedia Message and press the Select soft key or the key. Note: A multimedia message should only be sent to a phone which can support the receipt and display of this message type. 7. Add an Image, Sound, or Video clip directly into your message by pressing the Options soft
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    message. • Input Language: allows you to change the language used for the message text. • Input Method: allows you to change the method used to input data into your message, such as text, numbers, and symbols. For more information, refer to "Entering Text" on page 48. • Edit Style: allows you to
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    8. Press the Send To soft key, confirm the recipient(s). You can add additional recipients from you Address Book by selecting one of the Empty fields and pressing the key. • Add the additional recipients from your Address Book by then using your Up and Down Navigation keys to select those entries
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    recipient or sender's information from the message to your Address Book on either the Phone or SIM. Note: When storing an Address Book entry into your SIM card, note , dates, etc.., it is important to save that Contact into your phone's onboard memory. • Print via Bluetooth: allows you to print the
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    either the Phone or SIM. • Print via Bluetooth: allows you print the contents of the message on a Bluetooth compatible printer. • Lock: locks the message. Your Community and press the Select soft key or the key. This is the service that will load when you press the IM soft key. 6. Use the Navigation
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    type differs, the initial sign in procedure is common to all supported types. Before beginning the sign in procedure, you must complete the and contacts, where you can send and receive emails. Using Message Templates Your phone has message templates (both SMS and MMS) which allows you to retrieve
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    2. Select Messaging and press the Select soft key or the key. Highlight Templates and press the Select soft key or the key. 3. Highlight a template type (Text or Multimedia) and press the Select soft key or the key. 4. Use the Up or Down Navigation Keys to select a current template message and press
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    Settings You can set up various options for using messaging services. 1. When the Idle screen displays, press the Menu sent to remain on the MMS server. • Delivery: you can set a time delay before the phone sends your messages. • Message Size: you can set the maximum allowed size for a multimedia
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    Choose from Auto Download, Manual, or Reject. • Send Delivery Report: when this option is enabled, the phone informs the network whether or (accessed by pressing the Options softkey) • Set Name • Access Name • Auth Type • User ID • Password • Protocol • Home URL • Proxy address • Port • Linger Time
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    Creation: you can specify that the users creating new media content be given the following options: • Warning • Free • Restricted • Default Style: you : you can specify the default phone number used for access of phone's remote voicemail: • Name: Service Loading: you can specify whether to load this
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    Configuration Messages. The display shows the total space including the used and free space. You can also view how much space is currently occupied by , Down, Left or Right Navigation keys to select a particular folder for review. 5. Press the Select soft key or the key. The contents of that folder are
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    Topics Covered • Sound Settings • Display Settings • Time & Date • Phone Settings • Call Settings • Connectivity • Configuring your Phone's Connections • Configuring your Phone's USB Connection • Software Update • Application Settings • Reset Settings • Memory Settings Sound Settings This section
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    during each consecutive ring. • Voice Call Ringtone: allows you to select a ringtone from your My Stuff (Phone) folder which contains not only the default phone ringtones, but also any new ringtones which have been downloaded from the Internet. • Ringtone Volume: allows you to select the volume
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    Outdoor profile keeps the speaker active, the volume settings are raised to their highest levels, any currently active ringtones or melodies are activated, and the phone's vibrate feature is activated. This icon is accompanied on screen by the Vibrate/Audio icon. • The Airplane profile allows you
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    to select from either the preloaded wallpapers found in the My Stuff (Phone) folder or photographs which have been either taken with the camera . • Idle Screen Setting: allows you to select what is displayed when the phone is in Idle mode. Press the Left or Right Navigation keys to make your
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    to and set options: • Time Zone Updating: allows you to select whether the time zone information is updated: Automatic (which greys-out all other options), Manual Only, or Prompt first. • Home Zone: allows you to enter the assign your current time zone based upon Greenwich Mean Time. Major cities in
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    Select Settings and press the Select soft key or the key. 3. Select Phone Settings and press the Select soft key or the key. The following options Language or the Input Mode. • Screen Text: allows you to select the phone text. Use the Up or Down Navigation key to highlight your selection. Press
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    the actions taken by the phone when dialing and receiving calls. These settings extend to not only voice calls but also Data calls as well. 1. When from the other party. • Auto Reject: allows you to enable a phone feature which allows you to automatically reject calls from a list of contacts. Use
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    you to answer an incoming call by just opening the phone. • Show Caller ID: allows you to select whether your phone displays the caller ID information for the incoming call. Use the Left or Right Navigation key to toggle the activation of this feature. Press the key to make your selection. Press the
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    soft key and select to either Activate/Deactivate this feature. • If Out Of Reach: allows you to forward Voice Calls to a designated number instead of your voicemail number when you are not in an area covered by your service provider or when your phone is switched off. Press the Select soft key and
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    soft key and select to either Activate/Deactivate this feature. • If Out Of Reach: allows you to forward Data Calls to a designated number instead of your voicemail number when you are not in an area covered by your service provider or when your phone is switched off. Press the Select soft key and
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    • Check Status: allows you to check the status of this feature for all Data Calls. Press the Options soft key to select this option. Connectivity use the Bluetooth features available. When the Bluetooth is turned off, you cannot send or receive information via Bluetooth. To save battery life or in
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    user manual for your assigned PIN. If connecting to another handset, enter the same user- defined PIN on both handsets. Note: The first time you try to pair with a handset, you and the owner phone to promote its visibility can pose a security risk and incite unauthorized connection. This feature
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    Services Actually, the Bluetooth specification is a protocol that describes how the short-range wireless technology works, whereas individual profiles describe the services supported by individual devices. Profiles reduce the chance that different devices will not work together. Your phone supports
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    user, it is recommended that this choice be made with the assistance of either the retailer or customer service phone is set up by default for connecting to the network. If you change the settings without first checking with your service provider, the web browser, MMS, and e-mail features
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    if there has been no new data traffic in that time. • Advanced Settings: allows you to configure some of the IP-specific information: Static IP, Static DNS the service provider. Configuring your Phone's USB Connection Your phone can connect to a PC via the USB cable (sold separately). The phone can
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    4. With the application highlighted, press the Save soft key or the key. Software Update The Software Update feature enables you to use your phone to connect to the network and upload any new phone software directly to your phone. 1. When the Idle screen displays, press the Menu soft key. 2. Select
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    not asked to enter the phone password when you switch on the phone. • On: you are required to enter the phone password when you switch on the phone. SIM Lock When the SIM Lock feature is enabled, your phone only works with the current SIM. You must enter the lock code to unlock the SIM so you can
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    phone numbers stored in Phone book. You must enter your PIN2. The following options are available: • Full length entries or wild cards can be entered in to the FDN list. • A full length number with a specific Phone Password The Change Phone Password feature allows you to change your current phone
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    Reset Settings Change PIN Code This feature allows you to change your current PIN, provided that the PIN Check feature is enabled. You must enter the current PIN before you can specify a new one. Once you have entered a new PIN, you are asked to confirm it by entering it again. Change PIN2 Code The
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    for storing data, such as messages, media, calendar data, or contacts entries. You can also delete any selected information from your phone: 1. When places a checkmark adjacent to every entry in the list. - or 3. Highlight a specific category and press the key to select it. 4. Press the OK soft key.
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    password (if applicable) and press the Confirm soft key. Depending on your phone's security settings, you may be asked to enter your password a second Idle mode. Video Share Settings To enable the Alerts, Auto Record, and Service options for Video Share, use the following steps. 1. From the Idle
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    • Service: allows you to turn On or Off the Video Share service. (This option default is On.) Press the key to save the option. 99
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    . The downloaded files can be stored into either the Audio or Music folders found within the My Stuff (Phone) location. Music Tone categories include: • Featured Artists • Answer Tones • Search for a specific audio file by name 4. Select an audio file and press the key. 5. When you are ready to
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    -screen options. The downloaded files can be stored in the Games folder found within the My Stuff (Phone) location. Categories include: • New Arrivals • Retro • 3D Games • Game Clubs • Search for a specific game by name 4. Select a game entry and press the key. 5. When you are ready to purchase the
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    select a video file to download. Follow the on-screen options. The downloaded files can be stored in the Video folder found within the My Stuff (Phone) location. These files can be included into multimedia messages or sent as attachment files to text messages. 4. Select an video file entry and press
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    Accessing the MEdia Net Home The MEdia Net menu option allows you to quickly access your MEdia Net homepage using the built-in browser. This page gives you quick access to information such as local weather, sports scores, horoscope information and quick links to the previously mentioned shopping
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    AT&T Music AT&T Music is a music service which provides you access to Streaming Music, Music ringtones) can be added to your handset by using one or more of the following methods: • Download music and ringtones over the Cingular network directly to your device by using the shopping for music feature
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    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.cingular.com. 1. Using your computer, open your preferred WMDRM PC music management client (i.e., www.napster.com). 2. Download the
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    Media Player on your computer (version 10.0 or higher). 2. Use the USB adapter cable (sold separately) to connect the handset to the target PC. When an active . 5. Choose the destination location for the media files. The SGH-A717 Phone and SGH-A717 Card entries both appear in a drop-down list on the
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    application that can play music files. The music player supports files with extensions AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, MP3, or downloaded from your computer. This can include ringtones, answer tones, and music. • Recently played: the composers you have stored on your phone. • Playlists: provides a list of
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    supports the Stereo Bluetooth profile (A2DP) that when synched to a stereo Bluetooth headset will play back music in stereo. 1. Pair your handset to a stereo Bluetooth device. For specific other tasks on your phone. The music will pause player uses the same amount of battery. 1. From the Idle screen,
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    stop the function to prevent the battery from losing its' charge. Pausing the player will continue to use the battery. Using Playlists Playlists are used necessarily support all features of a particular file format nor all the variations of those formats. The Music Player includes support for
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    Using Playlists 2. Highlight Music Player and press the Select soft key or the key. 3. Select Playlists and press the Options soft key. 4. Highlight Create Playlist and enter a unique name for the song list using the keypad. 5. Press the Save soft key to store this playlist as a separate file within
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    Media Player on your computer (version 10.0 or higher). 2. Use the USB adapter cable to connect the handset to the target PC. When an active connection has been established, a USB icon ( ) appears on the phone. 3. Once the USB connection has been established, the handset displays "Connected" and the
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    to another phone number. • help me out: provides you with on screen descriptions of several key MusicID features. • exit ringtone and wallpaper if available), highlight get:, and press the key. 4. To share the song ID with another user, highlight Share ID press the key. Enter the recipient's phone
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    musicID as a link to another phone number. • Subscription: provides details about information about the Music ID software version. Exiting from the Music service allows you to stream over 40 channels of commercial free music through your handset. Note: Since this product uses a large amount of data
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    a radio station category from the guide list and press the key. 3. Use the Up or Down Navigation key to highlight a specific radio channel and press the key to begin the stream to your phone. Music Video The Music Videos homepage is a component of the Cellular Video service. This page provides you
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    features of this service include streaming entertainment news about your favorite music artists, access to an artists main page (containing discographies, ringtones service, press the Buy soft key and follow the on screen prompts. 4. Enter an area code, phone number (without dashes), and Zip code
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    Ringtones, and tunes such as R&B/Hip Hop, Rock, Pop, Latin, Country, and Rap. • NEWS & REVIEWS: provides you with links to some of the latest news about your favorite artists. • ARTISTS: features key. • Photos: allows you to view some artist-specific photos. Use the Next and Back buttons to navigate
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    Music Apps The Music Apps option access the internet to provide Music tools for your handset. Services provided on this site are, Music ID, MobiRadio, Billboard Mobile Channel, MobiTV: Live TV, and MobiTV en Espanol. 1. When the Idle screen displays, press the
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    certain media content from being displayed on the phone. • MEdia Net: exits from the Cellular Video application and launches the MEdia Net homepage. • Help: provides basic on-line assistance which answers most of the common issues users come across while using this feature. Cellular Video 118
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    any time to the homepage of the Wireless Web service provider. • Add to Favorites: bookmarks the current via a Bluetooth device. • Enter URL: allows you to manually enter the URL address of a WAP site. After entering cookies are stored on your phone. If you select Prompt, the phone will ask you to
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    Clip Options With the media currently active on the phone (either playing or paused), press the Options softkey main Cellular Video homepage. Jump to track time This feature pauses the current media content and displays a "Jump to specific information such as title, and Duration. Cellular Video 120
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    resume your media playback without saving your changes. Cellular Video Settings This feature allows you to configure the current server profile being used by the on media. Where the previous Favorites list of media stream can be user edited and updated, this list of categories is defined by Cellular
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    Video homepage can be edited and changed by the user. 1. When the Idle screen displays, press the available for upload to your phone (such as breaking news), you can set your phone to notify you of the of the page and highlight one the available services (ex: Breaking News). 6. Press the Options soft
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    access to inappropriate content both on and outside of MEdia Net. • Purchase Blocking lets you restrict the ability to buy ringtones, downloads, games, etc.., from this phone. Setting up Parental Control 1. When the Idle screen displays, press the Menu soft key. 2. Highlight Cellular Video and press
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    the MEdia Net parental setup fields. 6. From the Parental Control Setup screen, use your keypad to enter information into the following fields: PIN Code, Re-enter PIN code, contact email address. 7. Use you Navigation keys to highlight the Save button and press the key. Allow a few minutes for your
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    Section 12: U sing the A pplications Topics Covered • Shop Applications • Using the Camera • Using the Camcorder • Media Player • Record Audio • Alarms • Calendar • Tasks • Note • Calculator • Tip Calculator • Converter • World Time • Timer • Stopwatch The on-board applications (such as camera,
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    to take a single photo and view it before returning to the shooting mode. Press the Select soft key to set the camera to either: - Take & Review - Take & Return • Multi-Shot: allows you to take a succession of consecutive photos. Press the Select soft key to set the number of shots to either
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    ) folders. • Copy: allows you to make a copy of the Selected or Multiple graphics and then send it to one of the My Stuff (Phone) folders. • Delete: allows you to delete either Selected or Multiple graphics. • Rename: allows you to rename either Selected or Multiple graphics. • Create Folder: allows
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    by either USB or Bluetooth printer. • Lock: allows you to lock the photo. • Properties: allows you location for the photos taken on your phone. Choose Phone or Memory Card. • Default Name: allows option will only display if you have the Video Share service.) 7. Press the Back soft key to return to the
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    zooms in or out (Up/Down). Not allowed if the picture size is set to its maximum value. switches the handset between camera and camcorder mode. changes the image size. changes the image quality. changes the camera shooting mode. changes the effects of the photo. within the camera mode, this loads
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    or Bluetooth) • Rename: allows you to rename the photo. • Go to Graphics: allows you to view photos you have previously taken. • Lock: allows you to lock the photo to prevent deletion. • Bluetooth Visibility: allows you to make the photo visible to Bluetooth devices. • Properties: allows you to view
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    to play back your video for review. Camcorder Options 1. Press the key videos and then send it to one of the My Stuff (Phone) folders. - Delete: allows you to delete either Selected or Multiple videos visible to Bluetooth devices. - Lock: allows you to lock the video file to prevent deletion. - Properties:
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    to set a default storage location for the videos shot by your phone. Choose Phone or Memory Card. - Default Name: allows you to set a default a Video Share call. (This option will only display if you have the Video Share service.) 2. Press the Back soft key to return to the picture viewer. 3. You can
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    : allows you to rename the video file. • Go to Video: allows you to access the list of videos stored within the Video folder. • Lock: allows you to lock the video file to prevent deletion. • Bluetooth Visibility: allows you to make the video visible to Bluetooth devices. • Properties: allows you to
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    feature Recording time is limited to free memory space available. 1. specific caller's ringtone. • Delete: allows you to delete the memo. • Rename: allows you to change the memo's name. • Bluetooth Visibility: allows you to make the audio file visible to a Bluetooth device. • Lock: allows you to lock
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    This feature allows you to: • set the alarm to ring at a specific time. • set the phone to switch on automatically and ring the alarm even if the phone the following options: • Alarm Activation: Use this to activate/deactivate this feature (On/Off). The only way to edit the remaining fields is to
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    Up or Down Navigation key, highlight On and press the Save soft key or the key to activate the Autopower feature. If the menu option is set to Off, and the phone is switched off at the specified time, the alarm does not ring. 6. When you have finished, press the key. Using
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    Calendar The calendar feature allows you to view the Month, Week, and Day layout views. You can also create an Appointment, Anniversary, Holiday, Important, or Private entries. It also
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    Calendar • Alarm: allows you to set an alarm for this event. Press the key to select this option. Once selected, all remaining alarm settings are enabled. - Before: allows you to the amount of time (minutes, hours, days) before your appointment, you wish the alarm to sound. • Alarm Tone: allows you
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    • Repeat Every Year: allows you to set whether this entry is repeated on a yearly basis. Press the key to select this option. Once selected, all remaining alarm settings are enabled. 6. When you have finished, press the key to save this new anniversary entry. Notes: The remaining Calendar entry
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    Tasks Viewing an Event 1. When the Idle screen displays, press the Menu soft key. 2. Select My Stuff and press the Select soft key or the key. 3. Using the Up or Down Navigation key, highlight Applications and press the Select soft key or the key. 4. Highlight Calendar and press the Select soft key
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    according to the illustration on the display. 4. Enter the second number. 5. To view the result, press the key. Tip Calculator With this feature, you can use the phone to calculate the amount of money left as a tip based on parameters such as: total bill amount, tip percentage, and number of members
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    Converter Note: To include a decimal point by pressing the key. 3. The remaining fields indicate: • Tip($): the amount of the tip based on the figures entered. • You pay: your share of the total check amount. This value is based on the figure entered within the # paying field. Converter The
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    Stopwatch You can use this menu to measure intervals of time for 50 separate times. 1. Press the key to start the stopwatch. 2. Press the to stop the stopwatch. Press the Reset soft key to erase all times recorded. 143
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    the Internet. This section explains how to access the WAP services of your service provider and navigate the WAP browser. Accessing the MEdia Net Homepage Select MEdia Net and press the Select soft key or the key. Your phone is connected to the network and loads the MEDia Net homepage. The content
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    rates on bulk ringtone orders) or purchase Ringtones, Answer Tones, services, you must complete the MEdia Net registration process located at: www.cingular.com. - Sports: takes you to the MEdia Net Sports page listing where in addition to national sports headlines, you can enter your local ZIP code
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    media content from being downloaded on the phone. For more information, refer to services. Note: Prior to using this service you must agree to the terms of the service agreement and setup the service : allows you to take a quick guided tour through the main features of the MEdia Net pages (homepage,
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    the browser • Using a bookmark item in the Favorites folder; use the Bookmarks option on the browser menu list or Favorites menu. • Entering a URL address manually; use the Go to URL option on the browser menu list. Navigating with the WAP Browser 1. To scroll through browser items, press the Up
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    any time to the homepage of the Wireless Web service provider. • Add to Favorites: bookmarks the current via a Bluetooth device. • Enter URL: allows you to manually enter the URL address of a WAP site. After entering cookies are stored on your phone. If you select Prompt, the phone will ask you to
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    • Certificates: accesses certificate information from your phone. • Page Details: displays the properties for the currently active web page. • Browser Settings: selects a connection profile to be used when connecting to the Internet. • About
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    ringtones, graphics, applications, Multimedia contents, and so on from the WAP browser and download them to your phone's memory. Your phone has embedded links to the WAP sits providing you with download services, preset by your service and follow the on-screen instructions to purchase it. Note:
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    finished, press the key. Clearing the Cookies A cookie is a small file which is placed on your phone by a web site during navigation. In addition to containing some site-specific information, it can also contain some personal information (such as a username and password) which can pose a security
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    phone is set up by default for connecting to the network. If you change the settings without first checking with your service provider, the web browser, MMS, and email features or Secure. • User ID: enter the User ID required to connect to the network. • Password: enter the user password required to
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    has been no new data traffic in that time. • Advanced Settings: allows you to configure some of the IP-specific information: Static IP, manually enter an IP address. If you want the IP address to be automatically assigned by the server, remove the check mark. - Local phone the service provider. 153
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    the insertion of the TTY device to enable this feature. Use the following steps to access the TTY settings: 1. Inserting a TTY connector into the Headset/Adapter jack (on the left side of the phone) enables this function. For additional technical support you may access the following website or call
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    Safety Information • Product Performance • Availability of Various Features/Ring Tones • Battery Standby and Talk Time • Battery Precautions • Care and Maintenance This section outlines the safety precautions associated with using your phone. These safety precautions should be followed to safely
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    reviews of the scientific literature related to the biological effects of RF energy. The exposure limit set by the FCC for wireless mobile phones employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific this phone has been tested and meets FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with an accessory that
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    SAR for a particular phone. Additional product specific SAR information can also be obtained at www.fcc.gov/cgb/sar. Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling Samsung cares for the environment and encourages its customers to recycle Samsung mobile phones and genuine Samsung accessories. Go to: http
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    are the subject of this update? The term wireless phone refers here to hand-held wireless phones with built-in antennas, often called "cell," "mobile," or "PCS" phones. These types of wireless phones can expose the user to measurable radio frequency energy (RF) because of the short distance between
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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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    poses a health risk? A combination of laboratory studies and epidemiological studies of people actually using wireless phones would provide some of the data that are needed. Lifetime animal exposure studies could be completed in a few years. However, very large numbers of animals would be needed
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    research is conducted through contracts to independent investigators. The initial research will include both laboratory studies and studies of wireless phone users. The CRADA will also include a broad assessment of additional research needs in the context of the latest research developments around
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    from wireless phone use. What about children using wireless phones? The scientific evidence does not show a danger to users of wireless phones, including wireless phones, there is no reason to believe that hands-free kits reduce risks. Hands-free kits can be used with wireless phones for convenience
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    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 more than a metallic accessory attached to the phone. Studies have shown that these products generally do not work as advertised. Unlike
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    available, these features help you to place your call without taking your attention off the road. 2. When available, use a hands-free device. If possible, add an additional layer of convenience and safety to your wireless phone with one of the many hands free accessories available today. 3. Position
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    Dial 9-1-1 or other local emergency number in the case of fire, traffic accident or medical emergencies. Remember, it is a free call on your wireless phone! 9. Use your wireless phone to help others in emergencies. If you see an auto accident, crime in progress or other serious emergency where lives
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    with tinnitus (a ringing in the ear), hypersensitivity to sound and distorted hearing. 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
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    • Do not listen at any volume that causes you discomfort. If you experience ringing in your ears, hear muffled speech or experience any temporary hearing difficulty after listening to your portable audio device, discontinue use and consult your doctor. You can obtain additional information on this
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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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    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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    adequate signal strength. Emergency calls may not be possible on all wireless phone networks or when certain network services and/or phone features are in use. Check with local service providers. To make an emergency call: 1. If the phone is not on, switch it on. 2. Key in the emergency number for
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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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    . • Avoid exposing your phone and accessories to rain or liquid spills. If your phone does get wet, immediately turn the power off and remove the battery. If it is inoperable, call Customer Care for service. Availability of Various Features/Ring Tones Many services and features are network dependent
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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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    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
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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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    ("Purchaser") 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
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    battery has been used in equipment other than the SAMSUNG phone for which it is specified. What are SAMSUNG's Obligations? During the applicable warranty period, SAMSUNG will repair or replace, at SAMSUNG WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF ANY LAW, RULE, SPECIFICATION OR CONTRACT PERTAINING THERETO. 177
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    IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH THE PURCHASER MAY USE THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE PRODUCT. SAMSUNG MAKES NO WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS AND
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    SOLELY WITH THE PURCHASER 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
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    100 Auto Reply 79 B Battery charging 7 installing 6 low indicator 9 BellSouth 72 Billboard mobile 115 Bluetooth 88 Bluetooth Device Stereo 108 Bluetooth Services 90 C Call Alert Type 24 Silent Mode 30 Call Settings All Calls 84 Data Calls 87 Voice Calls 86 Call Status Tones Call Connect Tone 85 Call
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    Controls 123 Charging battery 7 Cingular Music 104 Phone's Bluetooth Name 89 Your Phone's Bluetooth Security 90 Your Phone's Bluetooth Visibility 89 Your Phone's Connectivity 91 Your Phone's USB Connection 92 Connecting to a Bluetooth Device 89 Creating a Playlist 109 D Data Call Time 29 Data
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    Text 83 Left soft key 20 Light Settings Backlight Time 82 Brightness 82 Keypad Light 82 Low battery indicator 9 M M4A 107 Main Display Background Color 82 Dialing Display 81 Font Color 81 Font the Address Book Copying an entry to the Phone 61 Media Clip Options 120 Media Player Multitasking 108 182
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    N Navigation key 22 Network Services Settings 88 Normal Profile 78 Incoming Call 79 New Messages 79 Phone Sounds 79 , Number mode Ringtone Volume 79 S Safe Use of your phone 157 Security 94 Change PIN Code 96 Change PIN2 Code 96 Change the Phone Password 95 FDN Mode 95 Lock Applications 95 Phone Lock
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    Dialing Numbers 62 Settings 78 Application Settings 93 Call Settings 84 Connectivity 88 Display Settings 81 Memory Settings 97 Phone Settings 83 Profiles 78 Reset Settings 96 Security 94 Software Update 93 Time & Date 82 Shooting Video 130 Shortcuts 36 Show Number By Network 84 Hide 84 Show 84
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    Management Checking the Memory Status 62 Deleting all of the Phone book Entries 61 Using the Camcorder 130 V Video Categories 121 Video Clip Viewing 115, 121 Video Share 25 In-Call 26 Play a Recording 26 Viewing an Event 140 Voice Call Ringtone 79 Voice Calls Auto Redial 86 Call Forwarding 86 Call
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User Guide
Please read this manual before operating your
phone, and keep it for future reference.