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Section 1: Getting Started This section explains how to start using your Samsung SCH-r860 phone by activating your service, setting up your voicemail, and getting an understanding of how this manual is put together. Understanding this User Manual The chapters of this manual generally follow the same order as the menus and sub-menus in your phone. A robust index for quick reference to most features begins on page 174. Also included is important safety information that you should know before using your phone. Most of this information is near the back of the guide, beginning on page 146. Notes and Tips Throughout this manual some text is set apart from the rest. In this way, important information, quick methods for activating features, to define terms, and more are emphasized. The definitions for these methods are as follows: • Notes - Explain alternative options within the current feature, menu, or sub-menu. • Tips - Provide quick or innovative methods for performing functions related to the subject at hand. • Important - Points out important information about the current feature that could affect performance, or even damage your phone. Text Conventions This manual provides condensed information about how to use your phone. To make this possible, the following terms and icon appear in place of repeatedly-used procedural steps: select Touch a menu item or screen item to launch, access, or save a highlighted menu item or screen field of interest. ➔ Used in place of "select" in long "drill down" procedure steps. Example: "...Settings ➔ Call Settings ➔ Call Answer..." Help You can also access Help files that describe your phone's functions and features by selecting Help in Main Menu 2 (see "Main Menu Navigation" on page 32). Charging the Battery Your phone is powered by a rechargeable standard Li-Ion battery. Only use Samsung-approved charging devices and batteries. Samsung accessories are designed to maximize battery life. Use of other accessories may invalidate your warranty and may cause damage. Getting Started 4

Section	Page
SCH-R860 Series	1
Table of Contents	4
Section 1: Getting Started	7
Understanding this User Manual	7
Notes and Tips	7
Text Conventions	7
Help	7
Charging the Battery	7
Use the Travel Adapter	8
Low battery indicator	8
Activating Your Phone	8
Install the Battery	9
Remove the Battery	9
Turn Your Phone On	9
Turn Your Phone Off	10
Setting Up Your Voicemail	10
Listen to Voicemail	10
Memory Card (Optional)	10
Install a Memory Card	11
Remove a Memory Card	11
Section 2: Understanding Your Phone	12
Features of Your Phone	12
Side Views of Your Phone	12
Features	12
Front View of Your Phone	13
Features	13
Rear View	14
Command Keys	14
Power On-Off/LOCK key	14
Volume Key	15
Soft Keys	15
Send Key	15
Clear Key	15
End Key	15
Camera Key	15
Understanding the Display Screen	16
Display Screen Icons	16
Dialogue Boxes	16
Backlight	17
Your Phone’s Modes	17
Call Answer Mode	17
Input Mode	17
Lock Mode	17
To enter Lock Mode:	18
To exit Lock Mode:	18
Standby Mode	18
Place Calls in Standby Mode	18
Receive Messages in Standby Mode	18
Talk Mode	18
Enter/Exit Silent Mode	18
To enter Silent Mode:	18
To exit Silent Mode:	18
Vibrate Mode	19
Adjust the Ringer	19
Music Player Mode	19
Camera Mode	19
Camcorder Mode	20
Video Player Mode	20
Speakerphone Mode	20
To enter Speakerphone Mode during a call:	20
To exit Speaker Mode:	21
Section 3: Call Functions	22
Making a Call — Number Entry Dialing	22
Dialing Emergency Numbers	22
Manual Pause Calling	23
Making a Call — Contact Dialing	23
Making a Call — Speed Dialing	24
One-Touch Dialing	24
Two-Touch Dialing	24
Pause Dialing From a Contacts Entry	24
Favorites Screen Dialing	25
Making a Call — Voice Dialing	25
Using Voice Dial	25
Voice Dialing Tips:	25
Dialing a Name	25
Dialing a Number	26
Pause Dialing From a Contacts Entry	26
Answering a Call	27
Answering an Incoming Call	27
Ignoring a Call	27
Adjusting the Call Volume	27
Calls Log	27
Review the Calls Log	28
Outgoing Calls	28
Incoming Calls	29
Missed Calls	30
All Calls	31
Data Calls	32
Call Timer	33
Data Counter	33
Roaming	34
What is Roaming?	34
How Roaming Works	34
Section 4: Menu Navigation	35
Main Menu Navigation	35
Return to the Previous Menu	35
Using the Widget Bar	35
The In-Use Options	36
Soft Keys	37
Using Shortcuts Bar	37
Shortcut Bar	37
Section 5: Understanding Your Contacts	39
Your Contacts List	39
Open Your Contacts List	39
Adding a New Contacts Entry	39
Using the Contacts Add Option	39
Saving a Number from a Call	41
Storing Number from a Calls Log	42
Finding a Contacts Entry	43
Voice Method	43
Keypad Methods	43
Find by Name	43
Group	44
Editing an Existing Contact Entry	45
Adding Pauses to Contacts Numbers	45
Store Pauses in a New Contacts Entry	45
Add Pauses to an Existing Contacts Entry	46
Add a Number or Email Address to an Existing Entry	46
Edit an Existing Email Address	46
Speed Dial Numbers	47
Assigning a Speed Dial Number	47
Changing Speed Dial Numbers	48
Removing Speed Dial Numbers	49
Renaming a Contacts Group	49
Deleting a Contacts Entry	50
Sending a Contacts Entry	50
Memory Status	51
Section 6: Entering Text	52
Changing Text Entry Screens	52
Built-in QWERTY Keypad	52
Phone-Style (3X4) Touch Keypad	52
Changing Text Entry Screen Using QWERTY Keypad	53
Handwriting Recognition Screens	53
Accessing the Divided Handwriting Recognition Screen	53
Accessing the Full-Screen Handwriting Recognition Screen	54
Entering Text Using Handwriting Recognition Screens	54
Changing the Text Entry Mode	54
Changing 3X4 Keypad Text Entry Mode	55
Changing QWERTY Keypad Text Entry Mode	55
Changing Handwriting Recognition Screen Text Entry Mode	56
Using T9® Mode (Phone Keypad Only)	56
Using Abc Mode	56
Entering Numbers	57
Entering Symbols	57
Section 7: Messaging	58
Creating and Sending New Messages	58
Creating and Sending a Text Message	58
Creating and Sending a Picture Message	59
Send Picture Messages in Camera Mode	61
Send Postcard Messages in Camera Mode	61
Creating and Sending a Video Message	61
Send Video Messages in Camcorder Mode	62
Message Sending Options	63
Receiving New Messages	64
Receive Messages in Chat View	64
Receive Messages While in a Call	65
Voicemail	65
Voice Mail Setup	65
Checking your Voicemail	66
Message Folders	66
Inbox	66
Messages and Lock Mode	66
Outbox	66
Drafts Folder	67
Voicemail	68
Erasing Messages	68
Message Settings	68
mail@metro	70
Section 8: @metro	71
Finding Applications	71
Section 9: MetroWEB	72
MetroWEB Features	72
Stored Web Content	72
Launching MetroWEB	72
Exit MetroWEB	72
Using MetroWEB	72
Using Links	73
How MetroWEB Buttons Work	73
Section 10: Applications	74
Accessing myMetro	74
Accessing Other Applications	75
Section 11: Camera-Camcorder	76
Taking Pictures and Videos	76
Taking Snap Shots (Single Pictures)	76
Taking Multi Shot Pictures	77
Taking Videos	78
Screen Layouts	78
Camera Screen	78
Camera Screen Buttons	78
Camera Screen Icons	79
Camcorder Screen	80
Camcorder Screen Buttons	80
Camcorder Screen Icons	80
Saving Pictures and Videos	81
Camera Options	81
View Mode	81
Zoom	81
Mode	82
Shooting Mode	82
Size	82
Flash	83
Brightness	83
Camera Settings — Camera Tab	83
Quality	83
Self Timer	83
White Balance	84
Effects	84
ISO	85
Exposure metering	85
Camera Settings — Common Tab	85
Default storage	85
Auto Save	86
Guideline	86
Shutter Sound	86
Camcorder Options	86
View Mode	86
Zoom	87
Mode	87
Recording Mode	87
Size	87
Flash	87
Brightness	88
Settings — Camcorder Tab	88
Quality	88
Self Timer	88
White Balance	89
Effects	89
Camcorder Settings — Common Tab	90
Default storage	90
Auto Save	90
Start Sound	90
End Sound	90
The Photo Gallery	91
Creating and Sending Postcard Messages	92
The Video Gallery	93
Point, Click, and Send Pictures and Videos	94
Section 12: Music Player	95
Accessing the Music Player	95
Music Player Controls	95
Music Player Soft Keys	96
Browsing for a Music File to Play	96
Searching for a Music File to Play	97
Creating a Playlist	97
Section 13: Video Player	100
Launching the Video Player	100
Video Player Controls (Portrait Mode)	101
Video Player Controls (Full Screen Mode)	102
Section 14: Multimedia	103
Accessing Multimedia	103
My Images	103
My Videos	104
My Ringtones	105
My Sounds	106
Voice Memo	107
Section 15: Tools	109
Accessing Your Phone’s Tools	109
Voice Service	109
Voice Commands	109
Voice Command Tips:	110
Voice Settings	110
Confirmation	110
Adaptation	111
Modes	112
Voice Launch	112
About	112
Bluetooth	112
Turn Bluetooth On/Off	113
Turn Bluetooth On	113
Turn Bluetooth Off	113
Add New Device	114
Searching for Available Bluetooth Devices	114
Paired Icons	115
Connecting to a Bluetooth Device	115
Disconnecting from a Bluetooth Device	115
Managing Your Paired Icons	115
Bluetooth Settings	115
Calendar	116
Navigating the Calendar	116
Add a New Event	116
View/Change an Event	117
Memo Pad	118
Create a Memo	118
Review, Edit, Erase, and Send Memos	119
Alarm Clock	119
Set an Alarm	119
When an Alarm Sounds	120
Turn Off an Alarm	120
Erasing an Alarm	120
World Time	121
Setting a World Clock	121
Enable Daylight Saving Time (DST)	122
Adding a World Clock	122
Selecting Your 2nd Clock	122
Erasing a World Clock	123
Calculator	123
Stopwatch	124
Timer	125
Converter	125
Using Converters	125
Currency — Reviewing/Editing Exchange Rates	126
Currency — Adding Exchange Rates	126
Currency — Erasing Exchange Rates	127
Tip Calculator	128
Section 16: Changing Your Settings	129
Settings Menu	129
Location	129
Widget	129
Display Settings	130
Wallpaper	131
Banner	132
Backlight	132
Backlight Time	132
Brightness	133
Sounds Settings	133
Volume	133
Ringer Type	134
Alerts	135
Key Tone	135
Vibrating Alert	135
Call Settings	135
Call Answer	135
Call Alert	136
Auto Answer	136
Speed Dial	136
Auto Retry	136
TTY Mode	137
Voice Privacy	137
Hearing Aid Mode	137
Phone Settings	138
Airplane Mode	138
Language	138
Vibration Feedback	138
Auto Screen Lock	138
Security	139
Lock Phone	139
Change Lock Code	139
Emergency #	140
Reset Phone	140
Erase All Contacts	140
Restrictions	141
NAM Selection	141
System Select	142
Set Time	142
Touch Sensitivity	142
Calibration	143
PC Connection	143
Gesture	143
Memory Manager	143
Phone Memory Usage	144
Card Memory Usage	144
Save Options	144
Phone Memory	145
Card Memory	145
Formatting a Memory Card	146
Section 17: Phone Info	147
Phone Number	147
Icon Glossary	147
Version	147
ESN/MEID	147
Section 18: Health and Safety Information	149
Health and Safety Information	149
Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals	149
Certification Information (SAR)	149
Warning Regarding Display	150
Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling	150
UL Certified Travel Adapter	150
Consumer Information on Wireless Phones	151
What kinds of phones are the subject of this update?	151
Do wireless phones pose a health hazard?	151
What is FDA's role concerning the safety of wireless phones?	152
What are the results of the research done already?	153
What research is needed to decide whether RF exposure from wireless phones poses a health risk?	153
What is FDA doing to find out more about the possible health effects of wireless phone RF?	154
What steps can I take to reduce my exposure to radio frequency energy from my wireless phone?	154
What about children using wireless phones?	155
Do hands-free kits for wireless phones reduce risks from exposure to RF emissions?	155
Do wireless phone accessories that claim to shield the head from RF radiation work?	155
What about wireless phone interference with medical equipment?	156
Road Safety	157
Responsible Listening	158
Operating Environment	160
Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices	160
Implantable Medical Devices	160
FCC Hearing-Aid Compatibility (HAC) Regulations for Wireless Devices	160
Other Medical Devices	162
Vehicles	162
Posted Facilities	162
Potentially Explosive Environments	162
Emergency Calls	163
Restricting Children's access to your Phone	163
FCC Notice and Cautions	163
FCC Notice	163
Cautions	164
Other Important Safety Information	164
Product Performance	165
Getting the Most Out of Your Signal Reception	165
Understanding the Power Save Feature	165
Understanding How Your Phone Operates	165
Maintaining Your Phone's Peak Performance	165
Availability of Various Features/Ring Tones	166
Battery Standby and Talk Time	166
Battery Precautions	166
Care and Maintenance	167
Section 19: Warranty Information	169
Standard Limited Warranty	169
End User License Agreement for Software	172
Precautions for Transfer and Disposal	175
Index	177
A	177
B	177
C	177
D	177
E	178
F	178
G	178
H	178
I	178
K	178
L	178
M	178
N	178
P	179
Q	179
R	179
S	179
T	180
U	180
V	180

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Getting Started

Section 1: Getting Started

This section explains how to start using your Samsung SCH-r860

phone by activating your service, setting up your voicemail, and

getting an understanding of how this manual is put together.

Understanding this User Manual

The chapters of this manual generally follow the same order as

the menus and sub-menus in your phone. A robust index for

quick reference to most features begins on page 174.

Also included is important safety information that you should

know before using your phone. Most of this information is near

the back of the guide, beginning on page 146.

Notes and Tips

Throughout this manual some text is set apart from the rest. In

this way, important information, quick methods for activating

features, to define terms, and more are emphasized. The

definitions for these methods are as follows:

•

Notes

— Explain alternative options within the current feature, menu,

or sub-menu.

•

Tips

— Provide quick or innovative methods for performing functions

related to the subject at hand.

•

Important

— Points out important information about the current

feature that could affect performance, or even damage your phone.

Text Conventions

This manual provides condensed information about how to use

your phone. To make this possible, the following terms and icon

appear in place of repeatedly-used procedural steps:

Help

You can also access Help files that describe your phone’s

functions and features by selecting

Help

Main Menu 2

(see

“Main Menu Navigation”

on page 32).

Charging the Battery

Your phone is powered by a rechargeable standard Li-Ion battery.

Only use Samsung-approved charging devices and batteries.

Samsung accessories are designed to maximize battery life.

Use

of other accessories may invalidate your warranty and may

cause damage.

select

Touch a menu item or screen item to launch, access, or

save a highlighted menu item or screen field of interest.

➔

Used in place of “select” in long “drill down” procedure

steps.

Example:

“...

Settings

➔

Call Settings

➔

Call Answer

...”