Samsung A886 User Manual
QUAD BAND Series
SGH-A886
Portable Digital Mobile Phone
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating your phone,
and keep it for future reference.
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Precautions ................................................................1
Getting Started ........................................................................................3
Setting Up Your Phone ....................................................................................... 3
Switching the Phone On and Off ......................................................................... 8
Locking the Touch Screen .................................................................................. 8
Access Codes ..................................................................................................... 8
Your Phone ............................................................................................ 11
Features of Your Phone .................................................................................... 11
Phone Layout .................................................................................................... 12
Edge Views of Your Phone .............................................................................. 13
Unlocking the Phone ......................................................................................... 15
Display .............................................................................................................. 16
Using Menus .........................................................................................20
Menu Navigation ............................................................................................... 20
Using the Multitasking Menu ............................................................................. 23
Widget Bar Navigation ...................................................................................... 24
Menu Structure ................................................................................................. 31
Call Functions ....................................................................................... 32
Making a Call .................................................................................................... 32
Answering a Call ............................................................................................... 35
Dialing Options .................................................................................................. 36
Recent Calls ...................................................................................................... 36
Call Time ........................................................................................................... 39
Options During a Call ........................................................................................ 40
Making a Multi-party Call .................................................................................. 43
Entering Text .........................................................................................45
Using the QWERTY Keyboard .......................................................................... 45
Using the Alphanumeric Keypad ....................................................................... 49
Using Handwriting Recognition ......................................................................... 51
Transferring Files ................................................................................. 54
Transferring Files via USB Cable ...................................................................... 54
Transferring Files via Bluetooth ........................................................................ 56
Transferring Files via microSD Card ................................................................. 57
Transferring Music Using Media Player ............................................................ 57
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Contacts .................................................................................................59
Add New Contact ..............................................................................................59
Using Contacts .................................................................................................. 63
Groups .............................................................................................................. 66
Favorites ........................................................................................................... 68
Managing Contacts ...........................................................................................69
Contacts Settings .............................................................................................. 71
My Account ...........................................................................................74
Home .....................................................................................................75
Internet ...................................................................................................76
Open the Browser .............................................................................................76
Browser Navigation ........................................................................................... 76
Access a Web Site ............................................................................................ 79
Bookmarks ........................................................................................................ 80
Browser Settings ............................................................................................... 83
Messages ...............................................................................................87
Types of Messages ........................................................................................... 87
Creating and Sending Messages ...................................................................... 87
Additional Message Options ............................................................................. 88
View Received Messages ................................................................................. 90
MobileMail ......................................................................................................... 93
IM ...................................................................................................................... 93
Friends .............................................................................................................. 93
Exchange ActiveSync .......................................................................................94
Templates ......................................................................................................... 97
Voice Mail .......................................................................................................... 98
Messaging Settings ........................................................................................... 98
Delete by Folder .............................................................................................. 102
Memory Status ................................................................................................ 102
Media ....................................................................................................103
Create a New Folder ....................................................................................... 103
Manage Files and Folders ............................................................................... 103
File and Folder Options ................................................................................... 104
Audio ............................................................................................................... 104
Pictures ........................................................................................................... 107
Videos ............................................................................................................. 107
Other Files ....................................................................................................... 108
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Memory Status ................................................................................................ 109
Games & Apps ....................................................................................110
Games ............................................................................................................ 110
Get New Applications ...................................................................................... 110
Tools ............................................................................................................... 111
urMusic ............................................................................................... 142
IM .........................................................................................................143
MobileMail ..........................................................................................144
Settings ................................................................................................145
Sound Profile .................................................................................................. 145
Display and Light ............................................................................................ 147
Time and Date ................................................................................................ 150
Phone .............................................................................................................. 151
Calls ................................................................................................................ 156
Connectivity .................................................................................................... 158
Applications Settings ....................................................................................... 163
Memory Management ..................................................................................... 164
Phone Status .................................................................................................. 165
Solving Problems ............................................................................... 166
Health and Safety Information ........................................................... 169
Warning Regarding Display ............................................................................ 169
Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals ................................................... 169
For Body Operation ......................................................................................... 170
Precautions When Using Batteries ................................................................. 171
Operating Environment ................................................................................... 172
Electronic Devices .......................................................................................... 173
Potentially Explosive Environments ................................................................ 174
Emergency Calls ............................................................................................. 175
Other Important Safety Information ................................................................. 176
Care and Maintenance .................................................................................... 177
FCC Notice ..................................................................................................... 178
Appendix A: Certification Information (SAR) ................................................... 179
Appendix B: Safe and Responsible Wireless Phone Use ............................... 182
Appendix C: Consumer Update on Wireless Phones ..................................... 185
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STANDARD LIMITED WARRANTY .....................................................194
Index .....................................................................................................199
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Important Safety Precautions
Please read these guidelines before using your wireless phone. Failure to
comply with them may be dangerous or illegal.
Road Safety
Do not use a hand-held phone while driving; park the vehicle first.
Switch Off When Refueling
Do not use the phone at a refueling point (service station) or near fuels or
chemicals.
Switch Off in Aircraft
Wireless phones can cause interference. Using them in aircraft is both
illegal and dangerous.
Switch Off in Hospitals
Switch your phone off near medical equipment. Follow any regulations or
rules in force.
Special Regulations
Follow any special regulations in force in any area and always switch your
phone off whenever it is forbidden to use it, or when it may cause
interference or danger (for example, in a hospital).
Sensible Use
Use the phone only in the normal position (held to the ear).
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Emergency Call
Ensure the phone is switched on and in service. Press Keypad, key in the
emergency number for your present location, then press Call. You must
deactivate any unnecessary features before you can make an emergency
call. Give all the necessary information as accurately as possible. Do not
end the call until given permission to do so.
Water Resistance
Your phone is not water-resistant. Keep it dry.
Accessories and Batteries
Use only Samsung-approved accessories and batteries. Use of any
unauthorized accessories could damage your phone and may be
dangerous.
Qualified Service
Only qualified service personnel may repair your phone.
For more detailed safety information, see “Health and Safety Information”
on page 169.
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Getting Started
This section explains how to start using your phone by first configuring your
hardware, activating your service, and then setting up your voice mail.
Setting Up Your Phone
When you subscribe to a cellular network, you receive a plug-in SIM
(Subscriber Identity Module) card loaded with your subscription details,
such as your PIN, and optional services you have selected.
Prior to using your phone it is necessary to install both the battery and SIM
into their corresponding internal compartments. The microSD card slot is
also located in this same internal area.
1. Apply pressure to the battery cover and slide the cover in the direction
of the arrow.
2. Lift the cover away from the phone.
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Installing the SIM Card
Important! The plug-in SIM card and its contacts can be easily damaged by scratches or
bending. Use caution when inserting or removing the card and keep it out of reach of children.
Position the SIM card as indicated on the SIM card slot (angled corner at
the upper edge), then carefully slide the card into the socket.
Installing the Memory Card
Your phone also supports the use of a microSD™ memory card for data
storage such things as music, pictures, and video files.
1. Position the microSD card as indicated on the phone (gold contact pins
facing upward and toward the slot).
2. Slide the microSD card into the slot then press in with your fingertip
until it locks into position with an audible click.
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Note: The Samsung a886 has been tested to support cards up 16GB capacity.
Installing the Battery
1. Align the top edge of the battery under the tabs at the top edge of the
battery chamber with the arrow on the battery pointing toward the
battery contacts.
2. Press the battery down until it is seated in the battery chamber.
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3. While applying slight pressure, slide the cover back on the phone until
it locks into position.
Charging the Battery
Your phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion (lithium ion) battery. Use
the travel adapter supplied with your phone to charge the battery, and use
only Samsung approved batteries and chargers.
Note: Fully charge the battery before using your phone for the first time. A discharged battery
recharges fully in approximately four hours. You can use the phone while the battery is charging,
but this causes the phone to charge more slowly.
Warning! For connection to an electrical supply not located in North America, you must use an
adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet. Use of the wrong adapter could damage
your phone and void your warranty.
Important! Verify that the phone battery is installed prior to connection. If the battery is not
properly installed when the wall charger is connected, the phone may power off and on
continuously, preventing proper operation.
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1. Open the cover over the jack on the right side of the phone and plug
the connector of the travel adapter into the jack.
2. Plug the adapter into a standard AC wall outlet. If the phone is off, the
display indicates that the phone is charging. If the phone is on, a bar in
the battery icon flashes to indicate charging.
3. When the phone is fully charged, the message “Battery Full” appears
on the display or the bars in the battery icon stop flashing. Unplug the
adapter from the power outlet and disconnect it from the phone by
gently pulling the connector out of the jack.
Note: To avoid damaging the phone, unplug the adapter before removing the battery from the
phone.
Note: The phone is also charged when connected to the USB port of a PC using the USB cable.
Low Battery Indication
When only a few minutes of talk time remain, the empty battery icon
flashes and a warning tone sounds at regular intervals. The backlight dims
to conserve the remaining battery power. When the battery level becomes
too low, the phone automatically turns off. Recharge the battery to restore
phone operation.
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Switching the Phone On and Off
To switch the phone on:
1. Press and hold
2. If prompted, enter the password and touch Confirm. For further details,
see the Lock Phone option in “Phone” on page 151.
3. If prompted, enter the PIN and touch Confirm. For further details, see
the Check PIN Code section in “Phone” on page 151.
The phone searches for your network and, after finding it, the Idle
screen appears on the display. You can now make and receive calls.
The default display language setting is Automatic, which is dependent
on the setting programmed into your SIM. For further details or to
change the language, see the Language section in “Phone” on
page 151.
To switch the phone off, press and hold
displayed.
or until the phone switches on.
until the power-off image is
Locking the Touch Screen
To lock the touch screen and prevent accidental presses, press
(on the top of the phone). Press again to unlock the touch screen.
LOCK
LOCK
Access Codes
There are several access codes used by your phone and its SIM card.
These codes help protect the phone against unauthorized use.
When requested to enter any of the codes, enter the code and touch
<Confirm>.
Except for the PUK and PUK2 codes, access codes can be changed using
the Security menu (see the Security section in “Phone” on page 151).
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Important! Avoid using access codes that are similar to emergency numbers, such as 911, to
prevent accidentally dialing an emergency number.
Phone Password
The Phone Lock feature allows you to set a password to protect your
phone against unauthorized use. For instructions, see the Security section
in “Phone” on page 151.
PIN
The Personal Identification Number or PIN (4 to 8 digits) protects your SIM
card against unauthorized use. It is usually supplied with the card.
If you enter an incorrect PIN three times in succession, the code is disabled
and cannot be used until you re-enable it by entering the PUK (see below).
For instructions on activating or deactivating the PIN Check feature and
changing the PIN, see the Security section in “Phone” on page 151.
PUK
The 8-digit PUK (PIN Unblocking Key) is required to change a disabled PIN. If a
PUK was not supplied with your SIM card, contact your service provider.
To re-enable your PIN:
1. Enter the PUK and touch Confirm.
2. Enter a new PIN of your choice and touch Confirm.
3. When the Confirm PIN Code message displays, enter the same code
again and touch Confirm.
If you enter an incorrect PUK ten times in succession, the SIM card
becomes invalid. Contact your service provider for a new card.
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PIN2
A 4 to 8 digit PIN2 is supplied with some SIM cards to allow access to
specific functions supported by those cards.
If you enter an incorrect PIN2 three times in succession, the code is
disabled and you cannot access the functions until you re-enable it by
entering the PUK2.
To change the PIN2, see the Security section in “Phone” on page 151.
PUK2
An 8-digit PUK2 (PIN Unblocking Key 2) is required to change a disabled
If a PUK was not supplied with your SIM card, contact your service
PIN2.
provider.
To re-enable your PIN2:
1. Enter the PUK2 and touch Confirm.
2. Enter a new PIN2 of your choice and touch Confirm.
3. When the Confirm PIN2 Code message displays, enter the same code
again and touch Confirm.
If you enter an incorrect PUK2 ten times in succession, the SIM card
becomes invalid. Contact your service provider for a new card.
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Your Phone
The section outlines some key features of your phone. It also explains the
screens and the icons that appear when the phone is in use.
Features of Your Phone
Your phone is lightweight, easy-to-use and offers many valuable features.
The following list outlines a few of the features included in your phone.
Touch screen provides quick response to menus and options
Multitasking
Widgets that provide fast access to frequently used functions.
Ready access to the Internet
Built-in Bluetooth technology
Instant Messaging capability
microSD card compatibility for additional data storage
Camera
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Phone Layout
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The following illustrations show the main elements of your phone.
Front View of Your Phone
1. Speaker: Allows you to hear the caller.
2. Touch screen: Display screen that responds to touch. Provides all
information needed to operate your phone.
3. Widget tab: Accesses the Widget toolbar (see “Widget Bar Navigation”
on page 24).
4. Contacts key: Accesses your current Contacts, Groups and Favorites
lists.
5. Keypad key: Accesses the Phone Functions screen, where you can
enter a phone number and place a call, send a message or open your
contact list.
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6. Talk/Send key: Allows you to power on the phone, make or answer a
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call, and access the Call History list. Press and hold to redial the last
phone number.
7. Back key: Returns to the previous menu or Web page.
8. Power/End key: Ends a call. Press and hold for three seconds to turn
the phone on or off. While in a menu, press to return to Idle mode.
9. Menu key: Accesses the phone’s Main Menu screen. While using the
menu screens, this key is replaced by the Message key, which opens
the Create screen for creating a new text message.
Edge Views of Your Phone
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1. Microphone: Allows other callers to hear you during a call when the
phone is in Speakerphone mode.
2. Volume keys: Adjust ringer volume in standby mode, mute ringer
when receiving a call, adjust volume during a call and adjust text size
when reading a message or using the browser.
3. Microphone: Allows other callers to hear you during a call when the
phone is not in Speakerphone mode.
4. Camera key: In Idle mode, press to launch the camera. In Camera
mode, press to take a picture.
5. Multitask key: Launches the multitask menu, which provides ready
access to several commonly used features: Messages, IM, MobileMail,
Friends, Shop. You can also select End all? to close all running
features and return to the Idle screen.
6. Power/Accessory Interface connector: Allows you to connect a
Travel Charger or other optional accessories such as a USB/data cable
or hands-free headset.
7. Lock key: Lets you lock and unlock the touch screen. If you receive an
incoming call while the screen is locked, you can answer it without
unlocking the screen.
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Rear View of Your Phone
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1. Camera lens: Used to take pictures and videos.
2. Mirror: Helps position the camera when taking a self-portrait.
Unlocking the Phone
When the A886 is locked, press (on the top of the phone) to
unlock the phone and display the Idle screen.
LOCK
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Display
To be replaced
Indicators
Main display area
Function categories
Widget bar
Display Layout
Your display screen provides information about the phone’s status and
options, as well as providing access to the innovative widget bar.The
display has four main areas:
Widget Bar
The Widget bar allows quick access to frequently used functions: Home,
Rogers and Contents (links to Rogers services); Analog Clock; Digital
Clock; Dual Clock (World Clock); Create New Message; Photo Favorites;
Voice Recognition; Today; Calendar; Bookmarks; Pictures; Birthday;
Sound Profile; Bluetooth; Alarms; Calculator; Notifications; Media Player;
Yahoo! Finance; Communities; Yahoo! Search; Google Search;
AccuWeather; digg; and More Widgets. For details on using the Widget
bar, see “Widget Bar Navigation” on page 24.
Note: The Notifications widget only appears to inform you of calendar events, missed calls, or
new messages.
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Icons
Received signal strength. The more bars, the stronger the
signal.
Indicates that the Airplane Mode is active. You cannot send
or receive calls or access online information.
No network coverage available.
Call in progress.
Displays on the Lock screen when a call has been missed.
Displays in the Event Widget when a call has been missed.
Battery level. The more bars, the more power remaining.
Connection to an Edge network is active.
Phone is communicating with an Edge network.
Connection to a 3G (HSDPA) network is active.
Phone is accessing services on a 3G (HSDPA) network.
Phone is communicating with a 3G (HSDPA) network.
A microSD memory card is inserted.
Phone is connected to a computer via USB cable connection
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Displays in the Indicators area when a new text message has
been received.
Displays in the Event Widget as a tab when a new message
has been received.
Displays in the Indicators area when a new Multimedia
message has been received.
Displays in the Event Widget as a tab when a new OTA
(over-the-air) message has been received from your service
provider.
Displays in the Event Widget as a tab when an event has
been missed.
Displays in the Indicators area when a new voice mail has
been received.
Displays in the Indicators area when a new WAP message
has been received.
Text message inbox is full.
An alarm is set. For details, see “Alarms” on page 130.
Call Forwarding feature is active. For details, see “Call
Forwarding” on page 157.
Sound profile is set to Normal.
Sound profile is set to Silent or the volume has been lowered
to level 0.
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Sound profile is set to Driving.
Sound profile is set to Outdoor.
Bluetooth is activated.
Bluetooth headset has been paired with the phone.
Displays when browsing the Web.
ActiveSync file transfer, SYNC schedule set to Push: icon is blue
while connecting, red during SYNC, blue when SYNC has
successfully completed, gray if SYNC failed.
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Using Menus
This section explains how to use your phone’s menus. The A886 has done
away with the need for navigation wheels or keypads; it is completely
navigable by either onscreen touch or scroll.
Menu Navigation
Opening and Closing an Application
To open any phone application, touch the associated screen icon.
To return to the previous screen, press .
To return to the Idle screen, press .
Accessing the Main Menu
To access the Main menu from the Idle screen, touch
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Navigating Lists
When you open a menu, the menu options display on the screen as a
scrollable list.
To activate a list item, touch it.
To scroll through the list, firmly press and slide your finger up or down
the screen.
To move up or down by a full screen, press the volume keys.
Note: Scrolling requires that you press firmly on the screen and then drag. When scrolling
through a list do not touch or press individual entries on the list as this will open the list entry.
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Scrolling Through Field Entries
Some screens will ask you to assign a value to an onscreen field by either
touching up/down selection arrows or by quickly sliding through the values
using your fingertip. An example of these actions is the Jog screen on the
Alarm page, where you can set the time by touching the + and - buttons or
by quickly sliding your fingertip over the numbers.
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Using the Multitasking Menu
The Multitask menu can be activated from within any active window or
page on the phone by pressing , allowing you to temporarily exit
from your current location, quickly do something else, then return to the
previous task. The menu lets you select the following functions:
Messages: Opens the Messages menu (see “Messages” on page 87).
IM: Opens Instant Messaging (see “IM” on page 93).
MobileMail: Opens the MobileMail application (see “MobileMail” on
page 93).
Friends: Opens the browser and accesses the Rogers Friends page (see
“Friends” on page 93).
Shop: Opens the browser and accesses the Rogers Zone page.
End All: exits the Multitask menu and returns you to your previously active
menu or page.
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Widget Bar Navigation
The Widget Bar is a slide-out pane located at the left of the Idle screen that
provides quick access to a series of “widgets”, which are user-selected
mini-applications that provide information at a glance and easy access to
frequently used tools such as: Home, Rogers and Contents (links to
Rogers services); Analog Clock; Digital Clock; Dual Clock (World Clock);
Create New Message; Photo Favorites; Voice Recognition; Today;
Calendar; Bookmarks; Pictures; Birthday; Sound Profile; Bluetooth;
Alarms; Calculator; Notifications; Media Player; Yahoo! Finance;
Communities; Yahoo! Search; Google Search; AccuWeather; digg; and
More Widgets.
Accessing the Widget Bar
To open the Widget Bar, tap the Widget Bar tab on the left side of the Idle
.
screen
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