Samsung SCH-1530 User manual

Samsung
SCH-1530
PCS
DIGITAL TELEPHONE
Owner’s Manual
Please read this manual before operating the phone,
and keep it for future reference.

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Introduction To Your Samsung PCS Phone
Congratulations on the purchase of your Samsung PCS Phone.
Using the latest digital technology, the Samsung PCS Phone
operates in a similar manner to other wireless phones, while
providing superior resonance and tone quality.
The following options make your Samsung PCS Phone both fun
and easy to use:
• Phone Book Memory – 99 Locations
• VoiceDial Access Key (VoiceDial is a subscriber service.)
•ProgrammableLock
• Short Message Services (SMS) and Voice Mail Notification
• 9 Ring Types, 4 Melody Tones, and Vibrate Alert
• Redial – 10 Numbers
• Outgoing / Incoming Call Logs - 10 Locations Each
• One-Touch Dialing - 9 Locations
• Two-Touch Dialing - 90 Locations
• Mute Option During Conversation
• Bilingual Menu (English / French)
• Call Restriction Options

How To Use This Manual
Your Samsung SCH-1530 PCS Phone Owner’s Manual explains
Digital PCS technology and phone operations through easy-to-
follow instructions. You’ll find everything you need to know
about using your new Samsung PCS Phone right here.
Want to know how many different ways you can place a phone
call from this phone? Check out the chapter onCalling Options.
Wondering about terms like Roaming and Prepend? There’s a
handy Glossary of Terms in the back of this manual.
We’ve also includedsome important safety informationthatyou
should know before using your phone. You’ll find the Safety
Considerations in the Appendix.
Still have questions? We’ll be happy to answer them. Just call
our Samsung Customer Care Center toll-free at 1.888.987.HELP.
We hope you enjoy using your new Samsung PCS Phone, and
thanks for choosing Samsung.

Table Of Contents
i
Getting Started 1
Your Consumer Package 2
Description of Your Samsung PCS Phone 3
Screen Display 4
Key Functions 5
Status / Alert Indicators 6
Battery Installation, Charging and Care 8
Desktop Rapid Charger 8
Charging the Battery 9
Battery Charge Indicator 9
Caring for the Battery 10
Battery Storage Temperatures 10
Battery Disposal and Recycling 11
Samsung PCS Phone and Battery Specifications 12
Basic Operations of Your Samsung PCS Phone 13
Turning on Your Samsung PCS Phone 14
Modes of Operation 14
Display Options 15
Language Selection 17
Service Mode Selection 18
NAM Selection 19
Menu Organization 20
Main Menu Structure 21
Calling Options 23
Overview of Calling Options 24
Character Entry 25
Alpha Entry 26
Digit Entry 26
Punctuation Entry 27
Placing / Answering Calls 28

Table Of Contents
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Ending a Call 28
Automatic Hyphenation 28
Correcting a Misdialed Number 29
Prepend Dialing 29
Missed Call Alert 30
Dropped Call Alert 30
Failed Call Alert 31
Minute Beep 31
Mute Microphone 32
Incoming Call Notification 33
Ringer / Alert Options 34
Ring Volume Setting 35
Ring Type Setting 35
Message Alert Setting 36
Key Volume Setting 37
Tone Length Setting 37
Ring Tone Mute 37
Alerts Menu 38
Tracking Calls Through Call Logs 39
Erasing Call Logs 40
Reviewing Airtime 40
Your Personal Phone Book 41
Overview of Your Personal Phone Book 42
Storing Phone Numbers / Names 43
Storing Phone Numbers at Call End 44
Viewing Stored Entries 45
Finding Entries By Location 45
Finding Entries By Name 46
Dialing from Your Personal Phone Book 46
Memory Dialing Shortcuts 46
Editing Phone Book Entries 47

Table Of Contents
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Erasing Phone Book Entries 48
Short Message Services and Voice Mail 49
Overview of Short Message Services and Voice Mail 50
Reviewing Messages 51
Setting Up Your Voice Mail Box 52
Reviewing Voice Mail Messages 52
One-touch Voice Mail Access 52
Reviewing Page and Text Messages 53
Messages Options 54
Erasing Messages 55
Displaying the Time Stamp 56
Advanced Features 57
Pause Dialing 58
Entering and Storing Pauses 58
Security Options 59
Lock Mode 59
Lock Code Setting 60
Locking the Phone 61
Dialing in Lock Mode 62
Call Restriction Options 63
Restricting Calls 63
Resetting the Phone 64
KeyGuard 65
Emergency and Special Numbers 66
Storing Emergency / Special Numbers 66
Dialing Emergency / Special Numbers 66

Table Of Contents
iv
Special PCS Features 67
Any Key Answer 68
VoiceDial Access 68
Three-Way Calling 69
Placing a Three-Way Call 69
Call Waiting 70
Call Forwarding 70
Block Own Number Option 70
Accessories 71
Batteries 72
Desktop Rapid Charger 72
Cigarette Lighter Adapter 72
Travel Charger 73
Hands-Free Car Kit 73
Leather Case 73
Hand Strap 74
Charging Times with Accessories 74
Appendix 75
Troubleshooting 76
Maximizing Call Quality 76
Caring for the Antenna 76
Common Questions 77
Safety Considerations 79
Driving 79
Aircraft 80
Glossary of Terms 82
Index 85

Getting Started
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1
Getting Started
Your Consumer Package
Description of Your Samsung PCS Phone
Battery Installation, Charging, and Care
Basic Operations of Your Samsung PCS Phone
Display Options and Service Selection
Menu Organization

Getting Started
2
Samsung SCH-1530
Owner's Manual
Your Consumer Package
Your Consumer Package contains the following items:
• Samsung PCS Phone and Hand Strap
• Standard Li-Ion Battery
• Travel Charger
• Owner’s Manual and Quick Reference Card