Samsung SCH-a870 Series User manual

ZJ24.04_CB_a870_110706_F2_rev_1
SCH-a870 Series
PORTABLE Dual-Mode
TELEPHONE
User Guide
Please read this manual before operating your
phone, and keep it for future reference.

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Table of Contents 5
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Section 1: Getting Started ................................. 9
Understanding this User Manual .....................................10
Charging the Battery ......................................................11
Activating Your Phone ....................................................12
Setting Up Your Voicemail ..............................................15
Section 2: Understanding Your Phone ............ 17
Features of Your Phone ..................................................18
Closed View of Your Phone .............................................19
Open View of Your Phone ...............................................21
Command Keys ..............................................................23
Understanding the Display Screen ..................................26
Your Phone’s Modes ......................................................28
Section 3: Call Functions ................................. 33
Making a Call .................................................................34
Answering a Call ............................................................40
Calls ..............................................................................44
Section 4: Menu Navigation ............................ 53
Menu Navigation ............................................................54
Menu Shortcuts ..............................................................54
Navigation Key Shortcuts ...............................................55
Navigate Using a Shortcut ..............................................55
Menu Outline .................................................................56
Section 5: Entering Text .................................. 63
Changing the Text Entry Mode ........................................64
Using T9® Mode ............................................................65
Using Abc Mode .............................................................66
Entering Numbers ..........................................................67
Entering Symbols ...........................................................68

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Section 6: Understanding Your Contacts ........69
Contacts .........................................................................70
Finding a Contacts Entry .................................................71
Adding a New Contacts Entry ..........................................74
Editing a Contacts Entry ..................................................76
Saving a Number After a Call ..........................................81
Speed Dial ......................................................................83
Contacts Groups .............................................................86
Deleting a Contacts Entry ...............................................90
Memory Info ...................................................................91
Section 7: @metro ........................................... 93
Accessing @metro (Mobile Shop) ...................................94
Section 8: Messaging ......................................99
Types of Messages .......................................................100
Create and Send Text Messages ...................................100
Receive Text Messages ................................................101
Send Picture Messages in Camera Mode ......................102
Send Picture Messages in Standby Mode .....................105
Receive Picture Messages ............................................108
Handwritten Picture Messages .....................................110
Postcard Messages ......................................................111
Message Boxes ............................................................112
Erase Messages ...........................................................121
Message Settings .........................................................122
Section 9: MetroWEB .....................................127
MetroWEB ....................................................................128
Launching MetroWEB ...................................................128
Using MetroWEB ...........................................................129
Using Links ..................................................................129
How MetroWEB Keys Work ...........................................130

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Section 10: Voice SVC ................................... 131
Voice SVC Options ........................................................132
Voice Commands .........................................................132
Voice Settings ..............................................................134
Section 11: Multimedia ................................. 141
Camera ........................................................................142
Using My Images Gallery ..............................................151
Using My Ringtones Gallery ..........................................153
Using My Sounds Gallery ..............................................153
Section 12: Tools ........................................... 157
Bluetooth .....................................................................158
Calendar ......................................................................161
Memo Pad ...................................................................164
Alarm Clock .................................................................166
World Time ..................................................................168
Calculator ....................................................................169
Stop Watch ..................................................................170
Converter .....................................................................171
Tip Calculator ...............................................................174
Section 13: Settings ...................................... 177
Location Setting ...........................................................178
Display Settings ...........................................................178
Sound Settings .............................................................185
Call Settings .................................................................189
Phone Settings .............................................................194
Memory Info .................................................................205
Phone Info ....................................................................205
Section 14: Health and Safety Information ... 207
Health and Safety Information ......................................208
UL Certified Travel Adapter ...........................................210
Consumer Information on Wireless Phones ...................211

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Road Safety ..................................................................220
Operating Environment .................................................223
Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices ..........223
Potentially Explosive Environments ...............................226
Emergency Calls ...........................................................227
FCC Notice and Cautions ..............................................228
Other Important Safety Information ...............................229
Product Performance ....................................................230
Availability of Various Features/Ring Tones ...................231
Battery Standby and Talk Time .....................................232
Battery Precautions ......................................................232
Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling .....................234
Care and Maintenance ..................................................234
Section 15: Warranty Information .................237
Standard Limited Warranty ...........................................238
Index ............................................................... 245

Section 1: Getting Started 9
Section 1
Section 1: Getting Started
Topics Covered
• Understanding this User Manual
• Charging the Battery
• Activating Your Phone
• Setting Up Your Voicemail
This section explains how to start using your
SCH-a870 phone by activating your service, setting
up your Voicemail, or getting an understanding of
how this manual is put together.

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Section 1
Understanding this User Manual
The chapters of this guide 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 245.
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 207.
Notes and tips
Throughout this guide there is text that is set apart from
the rest. These are intended to point out important
information, quick methods for activating features, to
define terms, and more. 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.

Section 1: Getting Started 11
Charging the Battery
Section 1
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.
Use the Travel Adapter
The travel adapter included
with your phone is a
convenient, light-weight
charger that rapidly charges
your phone from any 120/220 VAC outlet.
1. Plug the large end of the Travel Adapter into a standard
120 VAC or 220 VAC wall outlet.
Important: For connection to an electrical supply not located in the U.S.,
you must use an adaptor of the proper configuration for the power outlet.
Use of the wrong adapter could damage your phone and void your
warranty.
2. Insert the smaller end of the
Travel Adapter into the
charger/accessory connector
at the bottom end of your
phone.
Important: You must unplug the adapter before removing the battery from
the phone during charging to avoid damage.

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Section 1
Low battery indicator
The battery indicator ( ) in the upper-right corner of
the display indicates power level. Monitor the battery
strength and ensure your battery is adequately charged.
• Three bars ( ) indicate a full charge.
• An empty battery icon ( ) indicates a near empty battery.
• A blinking empty battery icon ( ) and a tone sounding
indicate you have two to three minutes before the battery is too
low to operate the phone.
If you continue to use your phone without charging its battery,
the phone will shut down.
Activating Your Phone
Contact your Wireless Carrier and follow their
instructions for obtaining service, if necessary. We
suggest that you read this guide to fully understand the
services your phone supports.
Install the Battery
Note: Your phone comes packaged with a partially charged rechargeable
standard Li-Ion battery and travel adapter.
Important: You must fully charge the battery the first time you use your
phone, otherwise you could damage the battery. You can use your phone
while the battery is charging.

Section 1: Getting Started 13
Activating Your Phone
Section 1
1. Insert the top end of
the battery first,
matching the gold
contacts on the inside
of the battery to those
on the phone.
2. Press lightly on the
bottom end of the
battery down into the
phone until it slips into
place.
3. Place the battery cover
over the battery and slide the battery cover into place.
Remove the Battery
1. Press and hold the key to turn off the phone (if on).
2. Press down on the
battery cover release
latch (1) and slide the
cover (2) toward the
bottom end of the
phone.
3. Lift the battery (3) up
and away from the
phone, bottom end
first.
3
END
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2
3

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Section 1
Turn Your Phone On
1. Open the folder on your phone, as
shown.
2. Press the key.
Note: As with any other radio-transmitting
device, do not touch the antenna while using your
phone as this can affect call quality and can
cause the phone to operate at a higher power
level than is necessary.
3. The phone begins searching for a
network signal.
4. Once the phone finds a signal, the
time, date, and day appear in the
bottom of the display.
5. You’re now ready to place and
receive calls.
Note: If you are outside of your carrier’s coverage or roaming area, the No
Service icon ( ) appears at the top of the phone’s display. If you cannot
place or receive calls, try later when service is available, or at another
location.
Turn Your Phone Off
䡲Press and hold the key for two or more seconds.
Your phone powers off.
Note: If your phone is on and you press for less than one second, the
phone will not power off. This prevents your phone from being turned off
accidentally.
Press
END
END
END

Section 1: Getting Started 15
Setting Up Your Voicemail
Section 1
Setting Up Your Voicemail
Voicemail allows callers to leave voice messages, which
can be retrieved any time.
Note: Once your Voicemail account has been set up, you can use the
Voicemail folder (under the Message menu) to view details of voice
messages in your Voicemail box.
1. In idle mode, press and hold the key or dial your
own mobile number to dial Voicemail.
2. Follow the prompts in the new user tutorial to setup your
mail box.
Listen to Voicemail
1. In idle mode, press and hold the key or dial your
own mobile number to dial Voicemail. After connecting,
you will hear your voice greeting.
2. You are prompted to enter your password.
@
@

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Section 1

Section 2: Understanding Your Phone 17
Section 2
Section 2: Understanding Your Phone
Topics Covered
• Features of Your Phone
• Closed View of Your Phone
• Open View of Your Phone
• Command Keys
• Understanding the Display Screen
• Your Phone’s Modes
This section outlines some key features of your
phone. It also describes the screen format and the
icons that will be displayed when the phone is in
use.

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Section 2
Features of Your Phone
• Domestic and international voice and text messaging service
(available on participating networks).
• High speed data (CDMA 2000 1x Technology)
• Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
• Global Positioning (GPS) Technology
• PIM Functions
• MMS Messaging
• Text Messaging
• Handwritten Messaging
• E-mail Messaging
• Built-in Digital Camera
• Voice Dial
• Speakerphone
** The SCH-a870 supports the wireless handsfree profile, serial port profile, and dial-
up networking profile for Bluetooth®wireless technology. The SCH-a870 does not
support Bluetooth OBEX profiles.

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Closed View of Your Phone
Section 2
Closed View of Your Phone
Features
1. Headset Jack — Lets you plug in an optional headset
for safe, convenient, hands-free conversations.
2. Camera Lens — The lens of your built-in camera.
3. Volume Key — Lets you adjust the master volume in
standby mode (with the folder open) or adjust the voice
volume during a call. To mute the ringer during an
incoming call, press the volume key up or down.
4. Front Display — Shows time, date, and phone status
icons.
5. Flash — Lets you take pictures in low light.
6. Camera Key — Launches the Camera feature of your
phone.
1. Headset Jack
3.Volume Keys
2. Camera Lens
6. Camera Key
7. Speaker Mode Key
5. Flash
4. Front Display
8. Power/Accessory Connector

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Section 2
7. Speaker Mode Key — Enables and disables speaker
phone mode.
8. Power/Accessory Connector — Used to plug in the
charging accessories and also connect any available
accessory cables to your phone.