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    SGH-a436 Series PORTABLE QUAD-BAND MOBILE PHONE User Manual Please read this manual before operating your phone, and keep it for future reference.
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    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
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    ANY LAW, RULE, SPECIFICATION OR CONTRACT PERTAINING THERETO. NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM
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    11 Closed View of Your Phone 12 Internal Display Layout 13 Selecting Functions and Options 15 Command Keys ...15 Section 3: Call Functions 18 Making a Call ...18 Adjusting the Call Volume 19 Answering a Call ...20 Call History ...20 Call Time ...21 Data Volume ...21 Data Call Time ...21 Silent
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    Set Phone ...61 Set Calls ...63 Bluetooth ...65 Set Applications ...66 Security ...67 Reset Settings ...69 Memory Status ...70 Section 9: Personal Assistant 71 Ringtones 94 Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling 96 UL Certified Travel Adapter 96 Consumer Information on Wireless Phones 96
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    and Cautions 110 Other Important Safety Information 110 Product Performance 111 Availability of Various Features/Ring Tones 112 Battery Standby and Talk Time 112 Battery Precautions 112 Care and Maintenance 114 Section 13: Warranty Information 115 Standard Limited Warranty 115 Index ...120
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    Started Topics Covered • Activating Your Phone • Powering On or Off the Phone • Setting Up Your Voice Mail Activating Your Phone This section describes how to start using your phone by activating your service and setting up your voice mail. Activating Your Phone When you subscribe to a cellular
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    • Grasp the battery at the indicated places and lift up and away, as shown. Installing the SIM Card Important!: The plug-in SIM card and the card and keep all SIM cards out of reach of children. Make sure the gold contacts of the card face into the phone, then slide the SIM card into the socket. 5
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    . See the following illustration. Installing the Battery 1. Align the battery tabs with the slots at the top of the battery socket. 2. Press the bottom of the battery down until it clicks into place. Make sure that the battery is properly installed before switching on the phone. Getting Started 6
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    slots at the top of the battery compartment, then press the battery cover down until it clicks. Charging a Battery Your phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery. Use the travel adaptor to charge the battery, and use only Samsung approved batteries and chargers. Note: You must fully charge
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    charger port. Powering On or Off the Phone Note: You must unplug the adaptor before removing the battery from the phone during charging to avoid damage. Low Battery Indicator When the battery For more information, see "Check PIN Code" on page 68. The phone searches for your network and after
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    voice mail from your keypad, use the following steps: 1. Open the phone to access your keypad. 2. From an Idle screen, press and hold voice mail center. Changing the Voice Mail Number Your SIM card gives you default service number of the voice mail center. However, you may need to change the number
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    Functions and Options • Command Keys This section outlines some key features of your phone. It also displays the screen and the icons 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
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    Keys The following list correlates to the open and front view illustrations. 1. Display: This screen displays all the information needed to operate your phone. 2. Soft key: Performs the functions indicated by the screen text on the bottom of the display. 3. Volume/Menu Navigation key: Allows you
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    . Power on/off/Menu Exit key: Ends a call. Press and hold this key for a few seconds to power your phone On or Off. While in the main menu, it returns the phone to standby mode and cancels you input. When you receive an incoming call, press to reject call. 11. WAP Browser
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    power interface connector is used to plug in the charging accessories and the headset cord. 4. Camera lens: the camera lens is used for taking photos. Backlight A back light illuminates the display and the keypad when you press any key or open the phone. It turns off when no keys are pressed within
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    is in progress. Appears when you are connected to a Edge service. Appears when the Call Forwarding feature is active. For more information Bluetooth wireless technology is active but not connected. Appears when Bluetooth wireless technology is active and connected. Shows the level of your battery
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    settings of a particular function. In some functions, you may be asked for a password or PIN. Enter the code and press the Select soft key or the key. When you access a list of options, your phone highlights the currently active option. If, however, there are only two options, such as On/Off or
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    menu level, briefly press . End 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 your phone. • Briefly press once to disconnect a call. • Press to return to standby mode from any menu, or
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    Contact List Speakerphone Key During a call, press the key to enable the speakerphone option. Use the volume keys (located on the left side of your phone) to adjust the volume. 17
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    • Data Call Time • Silent Mode • Options During a Call Making 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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    dial the number, highlight the number and press the key. Making a Call from the Contact List 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 Contact List. Once you have stored a number in the Contact List, you
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    Answering a Call In Idle mode, you can also adjust the ringer volume using these keys. Answering a Call When a call is received the phone rings and displays the caller's phone number, or name if stored in the Contact List. 1. From the Idle Screen press the the incoming call. key or the Accept
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    the following information: • Recent Volume: shows the Sent, Received, and Total data size used. • Total Volume: shows the Sent, Received, and Total volume of data from the phone. 4. Press the Back soft key or the key to end. Data Call Time 1. From the Idle Screen, press Menu. Use the Navigation keys
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    " message and the Silent Mode icon displays. In Silent mode, your phone will vibrate and light up the external LCD display or just light the 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 other person cannot 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. During a call, to switch the microphone off temporarily: 1. Press the Mute. Unmute displays. 2. Press the Unmute to deactivate the Mute function. Muting
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    " on page 37. Call 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 you have set the Call Waiting-Voice Calls Menu to Activate. You are notified of an incoming call by a call waiting
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    the key to enter the menu. 3. If the menu contains sub-menus, Set Phone for example, you can access them by highlight the option and by pressing the or 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. To
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    2. Press the key for Settings. 3. Press the key for Set Phone 4. Press the key for Language. The available languages are displayed. 2 Media 2.1 Ringtones/Audio 2.1.1 Downloaded Audio 2.1.2 Record Audio 2.1.3 Recorded Audio 2.1.4 Default Ringtones 2.2 Graphics 2.2.1 Downloaded Graphics 2.2.2 Take
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    Calls 4.3 Calls Made 4.4 Calls Received 4.5 Voice Mail 4.5.1 Connect to Voice Server 4.5.2 Voice Server Number 4.5.2.1 Voice Mail** 4.6 Speed Dial List 4.7 Contact List 4.8 Delete All 4.9 Call Time 4.0 Data Volume 4.0.1 Recent Volume 27
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    4.0.2 Total Volume 4.* Data Call Time 5 Messages 5.1 Create New Message 5.1.1 Text Message 5.1.2 Multimedia Message 5.2 Inbox 5.3 IM** 5.3.1 AIM 5.3.1.1 Sign On 5.3.1.2 Saved Conversations 5.3.1.3 5.3.1.4 Offline Conversations Preferences 5.3.1.5 Help 5.4 Sent 5.5 Outbox 5.6 Drafts
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    7.5.2 Length 7.5.3 Weight 7.5.4 Volume 7.5.5 Area 7.5.6 Temperature 7.6 Timer 7.7 Stopwatch 7.8 World Time 8 Address Book 8.1 Contact List 8.2 Add New Contact 8.2.1 Phone 8.2.2 SIM Card 8.3 Group 8.4 Speed Dial List 8.5 My Business Card 8.6 Own Number 8.7 FDN List 8.8 Management 8.8.1 Default Saving
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    8.8.2.1 Phone 8.8.2.2 SIM Card 8.8.3 Sort by Contacts 8.8.4 Delete All 8.8.5 Memory Status 8.9 Service Number 8.9.1 Customer Care** 8.9.2 Roaming Care** 9 Settings 9.1 Set Sound 9.1.1 Incoming Call 9.1.2 Keypad Tone 9.1.3 Message Tone 9.1.4 Power On/Off Tone 9.1.5 Silent Mode 9.2 Set Display 9.2.1
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    Call 9.5.2.1 Call Forwarding 9.5.2.2 Call Barring** 9.5.2.3 Call Waiting 9.5.2.4 Auto Redial 9.6 Bluetooth 9.6.1 Turn Bluetooth On/Off 9.6.2 My Headsets 9.6.3 Bluetooth Services 9.6.3.1 Headset 9.6.3.2 Handsfree 9.7 Set Applications 9.7.1 IM Settings** 9.7.1.1 Default Community 9.7.1.2 Favorite
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    Information 9.8.6 Set FDN Mode 9.8.7 Change Phone Password 9.8.8 Change PIN Code 9.8.9 Change PIN2 Code 9.9 Reset Settings 9.0 Memory Status 9.0.1 Shared Memory 9.0.2 Messages 9.0.3 Media 9.0.3.1 9.0.3.2 My Files Calendar 9.0.4 Contacts ** Shows only if supported by your SIM card and/or
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    • Using Alphabet Mode • Using Symbols • Using Numbers This section outlines how to select the desired text input mode when entering characters into your phone. This section also describes how to use the T9 predictive text entry system to reduce the amount of key strokes associated with entering text
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    Using T9 Mode When you are in a field that allows characters to be entered, you will notice the text input mode indicator on the display. Text Input Mode Indicator ᮣ To change the text input mode, do one of the following: • Press and hold the key to toggle between (T9 mode). (ABC mode) and •
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    Both "Of" and "Me" have the and keys. The phone displays the most commonly used choice first. 3. Insert a to ensure that correct punctuation is used. • To shift case in T9 mode, use the key. There are 4 cases: Initial capital, Capital lock, Lower case, and Numeric. • You can move the cursor by
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    Keys • 1 • • • GHI4ghi • JKL5jkl • MNO6mno • PQRS7pqrs • TUV8tuv • WXYZ9wxyz • Using Symbols Using Symbols Symbol mode enables you to insert symbols and punctuation marks into text. 1. To enter symbol mode press and hold the key. 2. To select a symbol, press the corresponding number key.
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    Using Contacts List Dialing a Number from Contact List Once you have stored phone numbers in the Contact list, you can dial them easily and quickly by Contact List. Depending on your particular SIM card, the maximum number of phone numbers the SIM card can store may differ. 1. When the Idle screen
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    or the key. 3. Scroll to Add New Contact by pressing the Up or Down key and press the Select soft key or the key. 4. Select Phone and press the Select soft key or the key. 5. Enter the information on the Create Contact screen. The following fields are available for input: • First
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    Press the key to access the Graphic menu. Choose to launch the camera to Create New, or My Photos, Downloaded Graphics, Default Image, or Not Assigned. • Ringtone: allows you to choose a ringtone for this contact information. • Group: allows you to assign this contact to group. Press the to display
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    information. 8. To return to the Idle screen, press the key. Dialing a Number from the SIM Card 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 displayed. 2. Press the Left or Right Navigation key to find other
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    the key. 6. Press the Yes soft key to confirm deletion. 7. When you are finished, press the key to return to Idle mode. Finding My Own Phone Number This function is a memory aid, which you can use to check your own
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    if supported by your SIM card, allows you to restrict your outgoing calls to a limited set of phone numbers. phone numbers stored in SIM card. You must enter your PIN2. You can obtain your PIN2 from your service the group, assigned group image, and associated ringtone. • Send Message: allows you to
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    you want to receive new Contacts List entries and press the key. Available options are: Phone, SIM Card, or Ask on Saving. 6. When you are finished, press the Idle mode. Copy All to You can copy all Contact List entries to the Phone and/or the SIM card using the Copy All to option. When you copy
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    memory location you want to empty and press the key. • Available options are: All, Phone, SIM Card, or SIM Card (FDN). • You can remove the check mark by and numbers are stored in the Contact list, in both SIM card and the phone memory. You can also see the capacity of both memories. 1. When the Idle
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    press the Menu soft key. 2. Highlight Address Book, press the Select soft key or the key. 3. Select Service Number, by pressing the Up or Down Navigation key and press the Select soft key or the key. 4. key. Note: This menu is available only when your SIM card supports Service Dialing Numbers. 45
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    short text messages to and from other mobile phones. In addition, your phone supports the Enhanced Message Service (EMS), which enables you to attach simple pictures, melodies, and animated images to your messages, and the Multimedia Message Service (MMS), which enables you to include photographs
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    , Sports, Weather, MEdia Net, or any other Favorites you have defined. • Add Media: allows you to add pictures, animation, or melody to your message. - Picture: allows you to add a picture to your message. - Animation: allows you to add an animation to your message. Select between Preset Emotions or
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    and press the Options soft key and highlight Add to add a picture. Highlight Take Photo to launch the camera or select My Photos to select a photo previously taken. Select Downloaded Graphics to choose from the downloaded graphics folder. • Graphics - Add: allows you to add a take a photo, add
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    to add an audio file. Highlight Record Audio to launch the Audio Recorder or select Recorded Audio to select a audio previously recorded. Select Downloaded Audio to choose from the downloaded audio files. • Audio - Add: allows you to add newly recorded audio file, a previously recorded audio, or
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    message server and the server will alert you to new messages. Therefore you need to retrieve new messages to your phone and read them on the phone. Retrieving a Multimedia Message When a new Multimedia message comes in, the display shows the Multimedia Message icon ( ) and a text notification along
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    Phone/Move to SIM: If a message is stored in the SIM card, it is saved to the phone's memory. If a message is stored in the phone number and URL, Email addresses or phone numbers from the message text. • Lock sender's number and URL, Email addresses or phone numbers from the message text. • Save
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    create a default community account before accessing it on your phone. To access your default community session settings, use the following soft key or the key to save your selection. Using Message Templates Your phone has message templates to allow you to retrieve them when creating a message.
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    press the key. Messaging Settings You can set up various options for using Messages services. 1. In Idle mode, press the Menu soft key to access Menu mode has been delivered. - Read Reply: when this option is enabled, your phone sends a request for a reply along with your message to the recipient. -
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    Delivery After: you can set a time delay before the phone sends your messages. • Receive Settings: you can specify to set the message receipt options. Choose from Manual, Automatic, or Reject. • Profiles: you Free, and Restricted. Please contact your service provider for further details. Messages 54
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    first create a default community account before accessing it on your phone. To access your default community session settings, use the following Always, Never,Text Mesage-C Specific. • Service Center: you can specify whether to load this service: Broadcast Message The following options are available
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    which to display cell broadcast messages. Please contact your service provider for further details. Memory Status You can check the amount of the memory being used and the memory remaining for multimedia messages. The display shows the total space including the used and free
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    Phone • Set Calls • Bluetooth • Set Applications • Security • Reset Settings • Memory Status This section explains the sound and phone settings for your phone Shop Tones: allows you to access the internet to shop for a new ringtone. • Alert Type: allows you to set the alert default. Choose from
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    or decrease the Volume. Message Tone This menu allows you to select how the phone informs you that a new Text Message or Multimedia Message has been received. On/Off Tone This menu allows you to enable/disable the melody that the phone sounds when it is switched on and off. 1. Press the Up or Down
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    . Press the key to access this option. Choose from the Shop Graphics, Downloaded Graphics, My Photos, or the Default Wallpapers. Use the Left or Right Transparency option. The Transparency option allows you to adjust the amount of picture shown. Choose from 10% - 90% transparency. Press the Save soft
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    date displayed. You can also find out what time it is in another part of the world. Note: Before setting the time, you must specify your allows you to choose from the following options, Automatic, Manual Only, or Prompt First. Tip: If Manual Only is selected, the following options are enabled: •
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    Automatic, the language is automatically selected according to the language of the SIM card used. Depending on your country, service provider, or the software version of the phone, the Automatic option may not display. Press the Save soft key or the key to save selection. Shortcuts Navigation Keys
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    your home network only if there is a valid roaming agreement between the two. To indicate to automatically or manually select the network to be used when roaming: 1. From the Set Phone menu screen, select Network Selection. 2. Press the Up or Down key until the appropriate option highlights, then
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    is used. • Hide Number: your number does not display on the other person's phone. • Show Number: your number is sent each time you make a call. Press soft key to save the settings. Voice Call Call Forwarding This network service enables incoming calls to be rerouted to the number that you specify.
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    Unreachable: calls are forwarded when you are not in an area covered by your service provider or when your phone is switched off. • Cancel All: all call forwarding options are canceled. 3. Select the call type, Voice Calls or Data Calls, by pressing the Up or Down key, and then press the Select soft
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    the call type, Voice Calls or Data Calls, to which the call Bluetooth On/Off When the Bluetooth is turned on, you can 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 situations where Bluetooth
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    Bluetooth 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
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    SIM Card When the Lock SIM Card feature is enabled, your phone only works with the current SIM. You must enter the SIM lock code to unlock the SIM so you can use a different SIM card. Once you have entered the lock code, you are asked to confirm your password. Reenter your password and
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    Code When the Check PIN Code feature is enabled, you must enter your PIN each time you switch on the phone. Consequently, any person who does not have your PIN cannot use your phone mode, if supported by your SIM card, allows you to restrict your outgoing calls to a limited set of phone numbers. The
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    Password feature allows you to change your current phone password to a new one. You must enter the current password before you can specify a new one. Once you have entered a new password, you are asked to confirm it by entering it again. Change PIN Code This feature allows you to change your current
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    device, see "Precautions for Transfer and Disposal" on page 118. Memory Status You can easily check the amount of memory being used for storing data, such as messages, media, calendar data, or contacts entries. You can also delete any selected information from your phone: 1. When the Idle screen
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    press the Select soft key or the key. 4. From the Ringtone/Audio menu, highlight Downloaded Audio (to select from ringtones downloaded using the Internet browser) or Default Ringtones (to select from the pre-loaded ringtones on your phone). 5. Highlight an available entry, press the Options soft key
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    cancel the selection and return to the previous screen. 8. From the Ringtone/Audio menu, highlight the Record Audio option and press to record a Downloaded Graphics (to select from images downloaded using the Internet browser) or My Photos (to access the photos you have taken with your phone)
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    Quality, Lock/ Unlock. 6. From the Graphics menu, highlight Default Wallpapers to select from the pre-loaded wallpaper on your phone and press the Select These applications are described in more detail within other sections of this manual. 1. When the Idle screen displays, press the Menu soft key.
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    the Select soft key or the key to launch the WAP browser and select a file to download. Follow the on-screen options. The files downloaded will be stored in the My Games & Apps folder. 4. To access a downloaded or pre-installed game, highlight My Games & Apps and press the key. Select a game and
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    the top right of the display. - Take and Review: allows you to take a photo and view it picture for the best quality available. - Black & White: removes all color and display the picture as black Fast or Slow slide show. - Lock/Unlock: allows you to lock/unlock the photo to prevent/allow deletion. -
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    enter an name of the photo. Press the Save soft key to save the settings, or press the Cancel soft key to return to the picture viewer. Camera Shortcuts Shortcut keys, allows you to change options using your keypad, Navigation keys, and Volume key in capture mode. The following options are
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    photos you have previously taken. • Lock/Unlock: allows you to lock/unlock the photo to prevent/allow deletion. • an MMS message. Recording time is limited to free memory space available. 1. In Idle mode, press soft key or the key. 3. Select Ringtones / Audio and press the Select soft key or the
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    , Caller Ringtone, or an Alarm Tone. • Delete: allows you to delete the memo. • Rename: allows you to change the memo's name. • Lock: allows you to lock or unlock the recorded audio file. • Properties: displays the Name, Date, Format, Length, Size, and Lock/Unlock of the voice memo. 7. To exit
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    Alarm 2: secondary alarm setting. • Auto Power Up: the alarm rings even when the phone is turned off. 2. Select an alarm type and press the Select soft key or Left or Right Navigation key to turn the Alarm On or Off. Note: Your phone is preset to a 12-hour format. To change the time format, see "Set
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    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. 3. When you have finished, press the key. Calendar The calendar feature allows you
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    • End Date: enter the end date for the appointment. • End Time: enter the end time for the appointment. • AM/PM: use the Left or Right Navigation key to select AM or PM for the start time of the scheduled event and press the Select soft key. • Location: enter the location of the appointment. • Alarm
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    Tools • AM/PM: use the Left or Right Navigation key to select AM or PM for the start time of the scheduled event and press the Save soft key. • End Date: enter the end date for the miscellaneous entry. • End Time: enter the end time for the miscellaneous entry. • AM/PM: use the Left or Right
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    to scroll to the previous or next event. 6. When you have finished, press the key. Calculator With this feature, you can use the phone as a calculator. The calculator provides the basic arithmetic functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) and provides a number of higher-level
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    Tools This tool provides an amount based upon the input entered into the following fields. • Bill: enter the total bill amount. • Tip(%): enter the percentage of tip (optional). • # paying: enter the number of people contributing to paying the bill (optional). 1. In the Tools menu, highlight Tip
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    appears in the lower field. Note: To include a decimal point, press the key. Currency - Reviewing/Editing Exchange Rates The Currency Converter includes long-term average exchange rates as default values. To review and/or change a default exchange rate to the current exchange rate, do the following
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    Tools Currency - Adding Exchange Rates You can use the Currency Converter to convert from and to obscure currencies by adding exchange rates for these currencies. To add a currency and its exchange rate to the Currency Converter, do the following: 1. In the Converter menu, highlight Currency and
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    the Reset soft key to erase all times recorded. World Time World Time allows you to view the time of day or night in another parts of the world. World displays time in the 30 different time zones around the world. 1. Highlight World Time and press the Select soft key or
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    which allows you to access Internet specified for mobile phones. This section explains how to access the WAP services of your service provider and navigate the WAP browser. Launching the or Favorites menu. • Entering a URL address manually; use the Go to URL option on the browser menu list. WAP 88
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    you to enter characters by pressing one key per letter. In this mode, you can use only the 0 key to display alternative words. To change case, press the * key. Number Mode (1): allows you to enter numbers. Selecting and Using Menu Options Various menus are available when you are using the WAP
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    to display the following list of options: • Enter URL: allows you to manually enter the URL address of a WAP site. After entering an address, press • Home: takes you back at any time to the homepage of the Wireless Web service provider. • Back: reloads the Media Net Home page. • Show URL: displays
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    connect to the GPRS network. - Password: enter the password required to connect to the GPRS network. Note: The WAP settings may vary depending on the service provider. 91
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    Clearing the Cache Clearing the Cache The cache is the phone's temporary memory in which the most recently accessed WAP pages are stored. You can clear the cache at anytime. 1. In Idle mode, press the Menu
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    a TTY device with a compatbile Samsung connector. For more information on insertion and connection, see "Charging a Battery" on page 7. 2. Temporarily TTY device's connector from the phone's connector jack to disable the TTY Mode. For additional technical support you may access the following website
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    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 use your
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    cases, the recommendations were developed by scientific and engineering experts drawn from industry, government, and academia after extensive reviews base station antenna, the lower the power output. Before a new model phone is available for sale to the public, it must be tested and certified to the
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    to a particular model phone, this site uses the phone FCC ID number which is usually printed somewhere on the case of the phone. Sometimes it may be necessary to remove the battery pack to find the number. Once you have the FCC ID number for a particular phone, follow the instructions on the website
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    problems are associated with using wireless phones. There is no proof, however, that wireless phones are absolutely safe. Wireless phones research. In some cases, other researchers phones? Under the law, FDA does not review the safety of radiation-emitting consumer products such as wireless phones
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    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 research into possible biological effects of RF of the type emitted by wireless phones; • Design wireless phones in a way
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    studies and epidemiological studies of people actually using wireless phones would provide some of the data that are needed. Lifetime animal exposure studies could wireless phones. Many factors affect this measurement, such as the angle at which the phone is held, or which model of phone is used. 99
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    new research programs around the world. The Project has also helped develop a series of public information documents on EMF issues. wireless phone away from your body or use a wireless phone connected to a remote antenna. Again, the scientific data do not demonstrate that wireless phones are harmful
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    to shield the user from RF absorption use special phone cases, while others involve nothing more than a metallic accessory attached to the phone. Studies have shown that these products generally do not work as advertised. Unlike "hand-free" kits, these so-called "shields" may interfere with proper
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    phones can interact with some electronic devices. For this reason, FDA helped develop a detailed test method to measure electromagnetic interference (EMI) of implanted cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators from wireless telephones. This test method is now part resolve the problem. Additional
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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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    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 including headsets, earbuds, and Bluetooth or other wireless devices). loss and potential hearing problem varies. Additionally, the
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    are used. As a result, there is no single volume setting that is appropriate for everyone or for every combination of sound, settings and equipment. You should follow some commonsense recommendations when using any portable audio device: • Set the volume in a quiet environment and select the lowest
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    is forbidden to use it, or when 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
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    place. • Should read and follow the directions from the manufacturer of your implantable medical device. if you have any questions about using your wireless phone with such a device, consult your health care provider. For more information see, http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.html Hearing Aid
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    hearing device manufacturer or hearing health professional may help you find results for your hearing device. The 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
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    clearly marked. They include below deck on boats, chemical transfer or storage facilities, vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as 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
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    Sales Division. Cautions Any changes or modifications to your phone not expressly approved in this document could void your warranty for this equipment, and void your authority to operate this equipment. Only use approved batteries, antennas and chargers. The use of any unauthorized accessories
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    power can range from 0.006 watts to 0.2 watts in digital mode. Maintaining Your Phone's Peak Performance For the best care of your phone, only authorized personnel should service your phone and accessories. Faulty service may void the warranty. There are several simple guidelines to operating your
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    your battery only with Samsung-approved chargers. When a charger is not in use, disconnect it from the power source. Do not leave the battery connected to a charger for more than a week, since overcharging may shorten its life. • Do not use incompatible cell phone batteries and chargers. Some
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    accessories. If unsure about whether a replacement battery or charger is compatible, contact the manufacturer of the battery or charger. • Misuse or use of incompatible phones, batteries, and charging devices could result in damage to the equipment and a possible risk of fire, explosion, leakage, or
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    will help you fulfill any warranty obligations and allow you to enjoy this product for many years. • Keep the phone and all its parts and accessories out modified accessories may damage the phone and violate regulations governing radio devices. • If the phone, battery, charger or any accessory
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    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 1 Year Batteries 1 Year Leather Case
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    , at SAMSUNG's sole option, without charge to Purchaser, any defective component part of Product. To obtain service under this Limited Warranty, Purchaser must return Product to an authorized phone service facility in an adequate container for shipping, accompanied by Purchaser's sales receipt or
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    , SPECIFICATION OR CONTRACT PERTAINING THERETO. NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS WARRANTY OF ANY THAT THE PURCHASER MAY USE THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE PRODUCT. SAMSUNG MAKES NO WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS AND THERE
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    , and it may be possible for someone to retrieve and 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
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    America, LLC 1301 East Lookout Drive Richardson, Texas 75082 Phone: 1-800-SAMSUNG Phone: 1-888-987-HELP (4357) ©2007 Samsung Telecommunications America. All rights reserved. No reproduction in whole or in part allowed without prior written approval. Specifications and availability subject to
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    Pictures 74 camera options 75 Charging battery 7 Clear key 16 Command Keys 15 Contact List Searching for a Number 24 Converter 84 D Data Call Time 21 Data Functions and Options 15 G Games 74 Getting Started 4 Activating Your Phone 4 Voicemail 9 Graphics 72 Greeting Message 61 H Health and Safety
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    22 P Personal Assistant 71 Alarm 79 Calculator 78 Calendar 80 Phone Icons 13 Powering on/off Phone 8 R Responsible Listening 104 Right soft key 16 S Safe Use of your phone 96 121 Security 67 Security Settings 67 Send key 16 Service Dialing Numbers 45 Settings 57 Memory Status 70 Reset Settings 69
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    Dial 40 Using Contacts List 37 Understanding Your Contact List 37 Understanding Your Phone 10 Features of Your Phone 10 Front View of Your Phone 12 Open View of Your Phone 11 Using Management Checking the Memory Status 44 Copying all to Phone or SIM 43 Deleting all of the Address Book Entries 44
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