Samsung SCH-R960 User Manual Us Cellular Sch-r960 Galaxy Mega Jb English User - Page 80

Emergency Alerts allows customers to receive geographically-targeted messages. Alert messages are provided by the US Department of Homeland Security and will alert customers of imminent threats to their safety within their area. There is no charge for receiving an Emergency Alert message. There are three types of Emergency Alerts: • Alerts issued by the President • Alerts involving imminent threats to safety of life (Extreme and Severe) • AMBER Alerts (missing child alert) Customers may choose not to receive Imminent Threats (Extreme and Severe) and AMBER Alerts. Alerts issued by the President cannot be disabled. To disable Imminent Threats and AMBER Alerts, follow the instructions below: 1. From the main Home screen, touch Messaging. 2. Touch Menu ➔ Settings. 3. Scroll downward and touch Emergency alerts. 4. All alerts are enabled by default (check mark showing). Touch an alert option to disable the alert and remove the check mark. Using Email Email enables you to review and create email using various email services. You can also receive text message alerts when you receive an important email. Creating an Email Account 1. From a Home screen, touch Apps ➔ Email. The Set up email screen displays. 2. Enter your email address in the Email address field. 3. Enter your password in the Password field. If you want to see your password as it is being typed, touch Show password to create a check mark. 4. Touch Next. 5. At the Account options screen, review and configure the settings. 6. Touch Next. 7. Enter a name for this email account (optional). 8. Touch Done. Messaging 75