Samsung SCH-A970 Series User manual

DIGITAL CELLULAR
TELEPHONE
SCH-A970
User’s Manual
Printed in Korea
Code No. : GH68-00000A
English. 2005/01. Rev.1.0
World Wide Web
http://www.samsungmobile.com
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Sensible Use
Use only in the normal position (held to the ear).
Avoid unnecessary contact with the antenna when
the phone is switched on.
Emergency Call
Ensure the phone is switched on and in service.
Key in the emergency number for your present
location, then press <SEND>. If certain feature are in
use, deactivate those features before you can make
an emergency call. Give all the necessary information
as accurately as possible. Do not cut off the call until
given permission to do so.
Water Resistance
Your phone is not water-resistance. Keep it dry.
Accessories and Batteries
Use only Samsung-approved accessories and
batteries.
Qualified Service
Only qualified service personnel may install or repair
your phone.
For more detailed safety information, see
“Health and Safety Information” on page 51.
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Important Safety
Precautions
Read these guidelines before using your wireless
phone. Failure to comply with them may be
dangerous or illegal.
Road Safety at All Times
Do not use a hand-held phone while driving; park the
vehicle first.
Switching Off When Refueling
Do not use the phone at a refueling point (service
station) or near fuels or chemicals.
Switching Off in Aircraft
Wireless phones can cause interference. Using them
in aircraft is both illegal and dangerous.
Switching Off in Hospitals
Switch off your phone near medical equipment.
Follow any regulations or rules in force.
Interference
All wireless phones may be subject to interference,
which could affect their performance.
Special Regulations
Meet any special regulations in force in any area and
always switch off your phone whenever it is
forbidden to use it, or when it may cause
interference or danger (in a hospital for example).

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YOUR PHONE
Key Descriptions................................................................................... 5
Display ................................................................................................ 6
Service light .......................................................................................... 8
Unpacking............................................................................................. 8
GETTING STARTED
Charging a Battery .................................................................................9
Low Battery Indicator ..........................................................................10
Switching the Phone On/Off ................................................................ 11
CALL FUNCTIONS
Making a Call ......................................................................................12
Answering a Call.................................................................................. 18
In-Use Options .................................................................................... 19
Using Caller ID .................................................................................... 20
Viewing Missed Calls ........................................................................... 21
Three-Way Calling ............................................................................... 22
Call Waiting ........................................................................................ 23
Call Forwarding ....................................................................................23
Adjusting the Volume........................................................................... 24
Quick Switching to Vibration Mode ....................................................... 24
ENTERING TEXT
Changing Text Input Mode ................................................................... 25
T9 Mode .............................................................................................. 26
Alpha Mode ..........................................................................................27
Symbol Mode ...................................................................................... 29
Number Mode ..................................................................................... 29
Table of Contents

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USINGTHEMENUS
Accessing a Menu Functions by Scrolling .............................................. 30
Accessing a Menu Functions by Using its Shortcut.................................. 31
Your Phone’s Main Menu .................................................................... 32
GET IT NOW
Get Tunes & Tones (MENU 1-1) ..................................................... 34
Get Fun & Games (MENU 1-2) ..................................................... 34
Get Pix & Flix (MENU 1-3) ............................................................ 34
Get News & Info (MENU 1-4) ........................................................ 34
Get Going (MENU 1-5) .................................................................. 34
MESSAGING
New Text Msg (MENU 2-1) ............................................................ 35
New Pix/Flix Msg (MENU 2-2) ..................................................... 36
New Hnad. Msg (MENU 2-3) ........................................................ 36
Inbox (MENU 2-4) ........................................................................ 36
Sent (MENU 2-5) .......................................................................... 37
Drafts (MENU 2-6) ....................................................................... 37
Voicemail (MENU 2-7) .................................................................. 37
E-Mail (MENU 2-8) ....................................................................... 38
Mobile IM (MENU 2-9) .................................................................. 38
Chat (MENU 2-0) .......................................................................... 38
CONTACTS
New Contact (MENU 3-1) ............................................................. 39
Contact List (MENU 3-2) .............................................................. 39
Groups (MENU 3-3) ...................................................................... 39
Speed Dials (MENU 3-4) ................................................................ 40
My Name Card (MENU 3-5) ......................................................... 40
RECENT CALLS
Missed (MENU 4-1) ....................................................................... 41
Received (MENU 4-2) .................................................................... 41
Dialed (MENU 4-3) ....................................................................... 41
All (MENU 4-4) ............................................................................. 42
View Timers (MENU 4-5) ................................................................ 42
SETTINGS & TOOLS
Tools (MENU 5-1) ........................................................................ 43
Sounds (MENU 5-2) ..................................................................... 44
Display (MENU 5-3) ................................................................... 44
Systems (MENU 5-4) ..................................................................... 45
Call Settings (MENU 5-5) ............................................................... 45
Time & Date (MENU 5-6) .............................................................. 46
Ringer ID (MENU 5-7) ................................................................... 46
Picture ID (MENU 5-8) .................................................................. 46
Bluetooth (MENU 5-9) ................................................................... 47
HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION
Exposure to Radio Frequency Signal...................................................... 51
Precautions When Using Batteries ........................................................ 54
Road Safety ........................................................................................ 56
Operating Environment ........................................................................ 60
Electronic Devices ................................................................................ 60
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres ....................................................... 60
Emergency Calls .................................................................................. 61
Other Important Safety Information ..................................................... 62
Care and Maintenance ......................................................................... 63
Acknowledging Special Precautions and the FCC
and Industry Canada Notice ................................................................. 65
GLOSSARY ........................................................................................ 86

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MENU : Enters the menu facility. Also, scrolls
through the menu options.
Navigation : In the menu facility, scroll through the
menu tions and phonebook memory.
up: searches phonebook by name.
down: enters Memo Pad.
left: enters Scheduler.
right: enters Voice Memo.
Key Functions
OK :In the menu facility, selects a menu function or
stores information that you have entered (such
as a name) in the phone memory. In Standby
mode, enters the Mail Kit Menu.
Your Phone
Key Descriptions
CLR : Deletes characters from the display.
In the menu facility, returns to the previous
menu level.
Makes or answers a call.
In Standby mode, redials the last outgoing
number when pressed twice.
Ends a call. Also switches the phone on and
off when pressed and held.
In the menu facility, returns to Standby mode
and cancels your input.
Volume : During a call, adjusts the voice
volume. In Standby mode with the phone open,
adjusts the ringer volume. In the menu facility,
scrolls through the menu options.
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New Message: Appears when a new text
message has been received.
Digital mode: Indicates the digital mode.
Battery strength: Shows the level of your
battery. The more bars you see, the more
power you have left.
Vibrator on: Appears when a vibrate mode
is on. An incoming call will vibrate the
phone rather than ring it.
Roaming: Appears When you are out of
your home area and have registered with a
different network (when travelling in other
countries, for example).
Analog mode: Indicates the analog mode.
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Display
Layout
The display comprises two areas; an upper line of fixed
icons, and the lower text and graphic area. The
following icons display at power-on:
Icons
Text and
graphic area
Signal strength : Shows the received
signal strength. The greater the number of
bars, the better the signal strength.
Icons
Service: Appears when a call is in
progress.
No service indicator: Appears when you
are outside a service area. When it
appears, you cannot make or receive calls.
Wait a little while for a signal or move into
an open area.
* : When held down to access the voice dial
function in idle mode.
Key Functions
#:When held down to toggle between the silent
mode on and off
Key Descriptions (continue...)

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Backlight
The display is illuminated by a backlight. When you
press any key, the backlight illuminates. It turns off if no
key is pressed within a given period of time.
Service Light
The service light is at the top right of the phone. It
flashes to indicate incoming call or message. Also, the
service light flashes for a few seconds when you turn on
the phone.
Unpacking
•Handset
•Battery
•DTC
•QRG
•User Manual
•CD

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Getting Started
Charging a Battery
Your phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery.
A travel adapter is provided with your phone. Use only
approved batteries and chargers. Ask your local
SAMSUNG dealer for further details.
The phone can be used while the battery is charging.
Note: You must fully charge the battery before using
your phone for the first time.
1. Connect the lead from the travel adapter to the
bottom of the phone. Check that the arrow on
the lead connector is facing towards the front of the
phone.
2. Connect the adapter to a standard AC wall outlet.
The LEDs on the front of the charger indicate the following:
Red indicates that the battery is charging.
Green indicates that the battery is fully charged.
Yellow indicates that the battery is operating at a
temperature that is too high or too low, or that something
is not plugged in correctly. Check the charger and battery
for proper connections.

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Switching the Phone On/Off
1. Open the phone.
2. Hold down the key for more than one second to
switch the phone on.
The service light on the right of the phone flashes,
and an alert sounds. When the system locates
services, the greeting message displays along with
the date and time.
If the phone is out of service, the icon appears in
the display. In this case, you cannot place and receive
calls. You can try again later when service is
available.
3. When you wish to switch the phone off, hold down
the key for more than two seconds.
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3. When charging is finished, disconnect the adapter
from the power outlet.
Disconnect the adapter from the phone by pressing
the grey tabs on either side of the connector and
pulling the connector out.
Low Battery Indicator
You can easily tell if your battery needs to be recharged
by checking the battery strength indicator in the
upper-right corner of your phone’s display. The presence
of all three bars indicates a full charge, two bars
indicates a smaller charge, and one bar indicates an
even smaller charge. No bars (the battery icon is empty)
means your battery must be charged.
When the battery charge level gets low, the battery
sensor blinks an empty battery icon ( ), sounds a
tone. If the battery level gets too low, the phone will
turn off automatically. Unfortunately, if this happens
you’ll lose whatever you are doing, including dropping
your call. Watch the battery strength icon and make sure
your battery is adequately charged.

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Redialing the Last Call
To redial the last call you made, press twice
quickly.
Your phone stores the last 10 incoming or outgoing
calls. To recall any of these numbers, proceed as
follows.
1. If there are any characters on the display, clear the
display by holding down CLR for more than one
second.
2. Press . The list of outgoing calls are displayed.
3. Use the navigation key to scroll through the list until
you select the required name or number.
4. Press to dial the number displayed.
Call Functions
Making a Call
In Standby mode, key in the area code and phone number
and press the key.
Correcting the Number
To clear ... Then ....
The last digit displayed Press the CLR key.
The whole display Hold down theCLR key for
more than one second.
Ending a Call
When you have finished your call, briefly press or
close the phone.
If you press , the call time (length of the call)
displays briefly and the phone returns to Standby mode.

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Speed Dialing
Once you have stored phone numbers in the phone book
memory, you can dial them easily whenever you want.
You can dial the stored phone number automatically
without pressing the key. See below.
One-Touch Dial
Memory locations 01 through 09 are special one-touch
locations. You can dial the phone numbers stored in the
Phone Book memory from 01 through 09 simply by
pressing one button.
Press and hold the third digit of the memory location
containing the number to be dialed.
For example: Location no. 009
Press and hold 9.
The number (and name) stored is displayed, then dialed.
Two-Touch Dial
Memory locations 10 through 99 are special two-touch
locations.
Press the second digit briefly, then hold down the third
digit of the memory cell.
For example: Location no. 023
Press 2 briefly and hold down 3.
The number (and name) stored is displayed, then dialed.
Three-Touch Dial
Memory locations 100 through 169 are special three-
touch locations.
Press the first and the second digit briefly, then hold
down the third digit of the memory cell.
For example: Location no. 123
Press 1 and 2 briefly, then hold down 3.
The number (and name) stored is displayed, then dialed.
Pause Dialing
When you call automated system, like banking services,
you are often required to enter a password or account
number. Instead of manually entering the numbers each
time, you can store the numbers in your Phone Book,
separated by special characters called pauses.
Your phone has two pause dialing methods:
• Pause dialing from the Phone Book
• Manual pause dialing

Storing Pauses in a Phone Book Entry
To store a number in your Phone Book that contains
pauses:
1. Enter the phone number you want to store (such as
the bank’s tele-service phone number).
2. Press the MENU key.
The letter “p” displays in the number, meaning that a
hard pause will occur at that point in the dialing
sequence.
Note: The digits before the “p” dial the tele-service.
The “p” stops the dialing and waits for the tele-
service to prompt you for a number. The number
following the “p” is your account number, PIN, etc.
3. Enter the digits that need to follow the pause (such as
your account number).
4. Store the number in your Phone Book as you normally
would by pressing the OK key and following the
screen prompts.
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Pause Dialing from a Stored Phone Book Entry
1. Dial the number from the Phone Book.
2. Wait for the appropriate prompt for the number (credit
card number, bank account number, etc.).
3. When prompted, press the key to send the DTMF
number that follows your hard pause.
“SENDING DTMF” flashed on the display and the
transmitted tone sounds.
Manual Pause Dialing
You can enter pauses manually during the dialing
process.
1. Enter the phone number of the service you want to
connect to (such as a bank’s tele-service phone
number).
2. Press the MENU key to insert a pause.
The phone displays a “p” meaning a pause. Enter the
number to be sent after the pause and then press the
key.
3. After connecting, press the key again to transmit
the additional number at the prompt from the tele-
service.

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In-Use Options
Your phone provides a number of functions that you can
use during a call. You may not utilize all of these
functions at all times. Many of the in-call options are
network services.
Press the MENU key during a call to access the
following in-call options:
Mute/Quit: allows you to switch your phone’s
microphone off, so that the other party cannot hear you.
Example: You wish to say something to another person
in the room but do not want the other party to hear you.
Calls: allows you to access the Calls menu.
Phone Book: allows you to access the Phone Book
menu.
Silent /Quit: does not transmit the key tones. It allows
you to press keys without hearing annoying key tones
during a call.
Note: To communicate with answering machines or
computerized telephony systems, the Silent keys option
must be disabled.
Send Tel #: sends DTMF tones of your number.
My Phone #: shows your phone number.
Version: allows you to view the software and hardware
version of your phone.
Answering a Call
When somebody calls you, the phone rings and the
phone icon is displayed in the middle of the external
display.
If the caller can be identified, the caller’s phone number
(or name if pre-stored in your Phone Book) is displayed.
If the caller cannot be identified, only the phone icon
appears.
1. To answer a call, open the phone. If the phone is
already open, press the key.
2. End the call by closing the phone or pressing the
key.
Note: You can answer a call while using the phone
book or menu features. The current operation will be
interrupted.

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Viewing Missed Calls
Your phone keeps a list of calls that you do not answer
when the phone is on and service is available. The
phone indicates a missed call by displaying a text
notification on the screen. Additionally, if caller
information is available, the screen displays the phone
number of the most recent missed call.
Press to call the displayed number, or the OK key
to save the number in Phone Book.
Dropped Calls
A dropped call can occur during a conversation in
response to a signal fade or leaving a service area. In
this case, the call ends and “Call Dropped” displays.
Failed Calls
A failed call can occur if your phone is out of calling
range or the network is temporarily busy. Your phone
responds to a failed call by displaying an appropriate
message: “Call Failed Out of Range” or “Call Failed
Network Busy.”
Send DTMF: sends DTMF tones of the currently
displayed number. DTMF (Dual Tone Multi Frequency)
tones can be used to control electronic phone services
such as bank-by-phone or voicemail. During a call, key in
the digits you want to send as DTMF tones, for example,
the bank account number and password. Then select
this in-call option.
Using Caller ID
This feature tells you who is calling you by displaying
the caller’s number when the phone rings. If a caller’s
name and number are stored in your Phone Book, the
corresponding name is also displayed. If you call
someone who has this feature, your phone number will
be displayed on the their phone.
Note: Contact your service provider to setup the Caller
ID service.

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Call Waiting
Call Waiting lets you receive a second call during
conversation. Your phone notifies you of a call waiting
by beeping an displaying “Call Waiting.”
Your phone provides the option of turning the Call
Waiting feature on and off (if you have subscribed to the
service). Call Waiting is on by default in the phone. If
you choose to have a undisturbed conversation, simply
turn off the feature for the current call.
Note: Contact your service provider to activate the Call
Waiting service.
To answer a waiting call:
1. To answer the call, press . The phone connects
the calling party, and places the current party on hold.
2. Press again to switch between two parties.
Note: If you do not respond to a Call Waiting
notification, the phone will forward the call to voicemail
or another number that you have set up. Contact your
service provider for more information.
Call Forwarding
This feature provides the option of forwarding incoming
calls to another phone number, even while your phone is
off. Activating Call Forwarding does not affect outgoing
calls made from this phone. Contact your service
provider to activate Call Forwarding.
Three-Way Calling
This feature enables you to conduct conference calls
with two separate parties at the same time. The phone
records each party into the Outgoing Calls Log. Also,
You are billed airtime for each outgoing call separately.
Note: Contact your service provider to activate Three-
Way Calling.
To place a Three-Way call:
1. During a conversation, press . The phone places
the other party on hold.
2. Enter the phone number for the third party, and then
press . The phone dials the third party.
3. When you are connected to the third party, press
again to begin your three-way call.
If one of the callers (not you) hangs up, you and
remaining caller stay connected. If you initiated the call
and you hang up first, all three parties are disconnected.

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Entering Text
Changing Text Input Mode
When using your phone, you will need to enter text at
many times. For example, when storing a name in the
Phone Book, creating your personal greeting or
scheduling events in your calendar. You can enter
alphanumeric characters into your phone by using your
phone’s keypad.
When you are prompted to enter text, the current text entry
method will appear in the bottom of the display as T9, Abc,
123 or SYM.
To change the input mode, press
MENU and then press the
navigation key to scroll to the mode you want and press
OK .
Adjusting the Volume
During a call, if you want to adjust the voice volume,
use the volume keys on the left side of the phone.
In Standby mode, you can adjust the ring volume using
the same keys.
Quick Switching to Slient Mode
You can quickly switch your phone to the silent mode
with a touch of #. Press and hold the key. The silent
icon appears in the display.
Press and hold # again to exit the silent mode.
This feature is convenient when you are in a hurry to
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Alpha Mode
When typing in Alpha mode, you should press key
labeled with the required letter:
-Once for the first letter
-Twice for the second letter
-And so on.
For example, you press 2 three times quickly to
display the letter “C” , 5two times quickly to display the
letter “K”. So, this method is called Multi-tap typing.
Refer to the table on next page for the list of characters
assigned on each key.
AB C2
DE F 3
GH I 4
JK L5
MN O 6
PQ RS7
TU V8
WX Y Z 9
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(Caps Lock mode)
List of characters available:
1.@?!&:’&#
Key Characters in the Order Displayed
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
T9 Mode
The T9 predictive text input mode allows you to enter
words easily with a minimum of key presses. As you
press each key, the phone selects a letter that makes up
the word that it thinks you are typing, based on a built-
in dictionary. As a new letter is added, the word
changes based on the key that you have pressed.
1. When you are in the T9 predictive text input mode,
start entering a word by pressing keys 2to 9. Press
each key only once for one letter.
The word that you are typing appears in the display. It
may change with each key that you press.
2. Enter the whole word before editing or deleting any
keystrokes.
3. If the word is correct, start entering the next word.
Otherwise, press 0repeatedly to display alternate
word choices for the keys that you have pressed.
4. Complete each word with a space by pressing the #
key.
To type words not found in the T9 mode, change the text
input mode to the ABC mode.
To delete letters, press CLR. Press and hold down CLR
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Symbol Mode
Symbol mode enables you enter symbols into a text
message.
Symbol
123456789
.@?!&:’&#
Press the navigation key to display more symbols up to
Set 6.
Press keys corresponding to the desired mark, then the
phone automatically switches back to the text entry
mode used just prior to selecting the Symbol mode.
Number Mode
Number mode enables you to enter numbers into a text
message. Press keys corresponding to the desired digits,
and manually switch back to text entry mode of choice.
To shift the case of the next letter(s) that you type, press
*one or more times. There are three shift states: Lower
Case is indicated by abc in the right corner of the
display, Initial Capital is Abc, and Capitals Lock is ABC.
The cursor moves to the right when you press a different
key. When entering the same letter twice (or a different
letter on the same key), just wait for a few seconds for
the cursor to move right automatically, and then select
the next letter.
If you enter a specific word in this mode the first time,
the word is automatically added to your phone’s
database, and offers the new word as an option for its
keystroke sequence when you are in the T9(English)
mode.
• Press # to insert a space.
•To move the cursor left or right through your text
message, press the navigation key.
• Press CLR one or more times to clear letters to the
left.

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Accessing a Menu Functions by Using its
Shortcut
The menu items (menu, submenus and setting options)
are numbered and can be accessed quickly by using
their shortcut number.
1. In Standby mode, press the MENU key to access the
main menu.
2. Within three seconds, key in the first digit of the
shortcut number. Repeat this for each digit of the
shortcut number.
3. Find the setting of your choice pressing the navigation
key and then press the OK key.
Note: The numbers assigned to each menu function are
indicated on the list on the next page.
Using the Menus
The phone offers a range of functions that allows you to
tailor the phone to your needs. These functions are
arranged in menus and submenus.
The menus and submenus can be accessed by scrolling
or by using the shortcuts.
Accessing a Menu Functions by Scrolling
1. In Standby mode, press the MENU key to access the
menu facility. Scroll with the navigation key to reach
the desired main menu. Press the OK key.
2. If the menu contains any submenus,find the one you
want by scrolling with the navigation key.
Press the OK key to enter the submenu.
If the menu you have selected contains submenus,
repeat this step.
3. Scroll with the navigation key to find the setting of
your choice. Press the OK key to confirm the chosen
setting.
Notes:
• You can return the previous menu level by pressing
the CLR key.
• You can exit the menu without changing the menu
settings by pressing .

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5. Settings & Tools 1. Tools 1. Calendar
2. Alarm Clock
3. Note Pad
4. World Clock
5. Calculator
2. Sounds 1. Master Volume
2. Call Sounds
3. Alert Sounds
4. Keypad Volume
5. Earpiece Volume
6. Service Alerts
7. Power On/Off
8. Voice Announcement
9. Alarm Sounds
3. Display 1. Banner
2. Backlight
3. Wallpaper
4. Dispaly Theme
5. Power On/Off Anim
4. System 1. System Select
2. NAM Selection
3. Device Info
4. Location
5. Security
6. Language
7. Short cut key
5. Call Settings 1.Answer Options
2. Auto Retry
3. TTY Mode
4. One Touch Dial
5. Voice Privacy
6. Call Restrictions
7. Data
8. Voice Services
9. DTMF Tones
6. Time & Date 1. Main Clock
2. External Clock
3. Set Time
4. Set Date
7. Ringer ID
8. Picture ID
9. Bluetooth 1. Activation
2. Search
3. Disconnect
4. Registered List
5. Bluetooth Settings
Main menu Main menu 1 Main menu 2
1. Get It Now 1. Get Tunes & Tones 1. Get New
2.Recore New
3. DRM Sound
4. NON DRM sound
5~15. Pre-loaded
sound
2. Get Fun & Games 1. Get New
2~5. Game
3. Get Pix & Flix 1. Take Pix
2. Take Flix
3. Pix Gallery
4. Flix Gallery
5.Pix/Flix Place
6. Pix/Flix Services
4. Get News & Info 1. WAP Browser
Launch
5. Get Going 1. Get New
2. Messaging 1. New Text Msg
2. New Pix /Flix Msg
3. New Hand. Msg
4. Inbox
5. Sent
6. Drafts
7. Voicemail
8. E-Mail
9. Mobile IM
0. Chat
3. Contacts 1. New Contacts
2. Contact List
3. Groups
4. Speed Dials
5. My Name Card
4. Recent Calls 1. Missed
2. Received
3. Dialed
4. All 1. Message
2. Open
3. Options
5. VIew Timers
Your Phone’s Main Menu