Samsung SCHA770 Users Manual
SCH-a770 Series
All Digital
Mobile Phone
User Guide
Please read this guide before operating your phone,
and keep it for future reference.
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Contents
Contents ......................................................1
SCH-a770 open view ....................................6
SCH-a770 closed view ..................................7
Quick reference ............................................8
Quick reference ..........................................10
Introduction ...............................................12
Key features of the SCH-a770 ........................ 12
Install the battery ........................................ 13
Remove the battery ...................................... 14
Charge the battery ....................................... 14
Understand your phone ..............................16
Antenna ...................................................... 16
Backlight features ........................................ 16
Power save mode ......................................... 17
Left soft key ................................................ 17
Right soft key .............................................. 18
Clear key .................................................... 18
End key ...................................................... 18
Headset connector ........................................ 19
Microphone ................................................. 19
Alpha-numeric keypad .................................. 19
Volume key ................................................. 19
SEND key .................................................... 20
Navigation key ............................................. 20
Your phone’s display ..................................... 20
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Your phone’s modes ...................................23
Call answer mode ......................................... 23
Text input mode ........................................... 23
Lock mode .................................................. 23
Standby mode ............................................. 24
Receive messages in standby mode ................ 24
Talk mode ................................................... 24
Silent mode ................................................. 25
The ringer setting ......................................... 25
Getting started ...........................................26
Obtaining service ......................................... 26
Turn the phone on ........................................ 26
Turn the phone off ....................................... 27
Make and answer calls .................................. 27
Menus and sub menus ................................31
Menu navigation .........................................33
Navigate using keys ..................................... 33
Navigate using a shortcut .............................. 34
In-use menu ................................................ 35
Phone book ................................................37
Open the phone book .................................... 37
Find ............................................................ 38
Add new information to your phone book ......... 41
Add pauses ................................................. 42
Store pauses in a phone book entry ................ 43
Pause dial from the phone book ..................... 43
Manual pause calling ..................................... 44
Delete individual phone book entries ............... 45
Edit an existing e-mail address ....................... 46
Assign speed dial numbers ............................ 47
Store numbers after a call ............................. 48
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Store numbers from call logs ......................... 50
Shortcuts to storing phone numbers ............... 50
One-touch dialing ......................................... 50
Two-touch dialing ......................................... 51
Three-touch dialing ...................................... 51
Group ......................................................... 51
Send v-card ................................................. 52
My phone # ................................................. 52
Memory info ................................................ 52
Delete all .................................................... 52
Recent call .................................................53
Received ..................................................... 53
Dialed ......................................................... 54
Missed ........................................................ 55
Delete call log .............................................. 56
Review the call log ....................................... 56
Call timer .................................................... 58
Call waiting ................................................. 59
Caller ID ..................................................... 59
Call block .................................................... 59
Three-way calling ......................................... 60
Message .....................................................61
Text entry modes ......................................... 61
New text msg .............................................. 66
New pix msg ................................................ 70
New flix msg ................................................ 70
Voicemail .................................................... 70
Inbox ......................................................... 71
Outbox ....................................................... 72
Saved/Draft ................................................. 73
Web alert .................................................... 76
Memory info ................................................ 77
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Get it now ..................................................78
Mobile web .................................................83
Launch mobile web ....................................... 83
Exit mobile web ........................................... 84
Navigate the web ......................................... 84
Mobile web soft keys .................................... 84
How mobile web keys work ............................ 85
Using links .................................................. 86
Place a call while using mobile web ................. 86
Multimedia .................................................87
Camera ....................................................... 87
Take flix ...................................................... 91
Media gallery ............................................... 95
Settings ......................................................99
Profile ......................................................... 99
Volume/Vibrate ............................................ 99
Ringer type ................................................100
Display ......................................................104
Security .....................................................109
Call options ................................................115
Shortcut list ................................................ 119
Location ..................................................... 119
Phone info ..................................................120
Planner ....................................................121
Calendar .................................................... 122
To do list .................................................... 124
Alarm clock ................................................126
Time/Date ..................................................127
Memo pad ..................................................128
World time .................................................130
Calculator .................................................. 131
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Voice kit ................................................... 132
Quick dial ................................................... 132
Voice memo ...............................................134
Voice settings .............................................136
Usage guidelines:
All about performance and safety ............137
Getting the most out of your reception ...........137
Maintaining safe use of and access to your phone 139
Caring for the battery ..................................143
Acknowledging special precautions and FCC ....144
FDA consumer update ..................................147
Owner's record ...........................................161
User guide proprietary notice ........................162
Limited warranty ......................................163
Index .......................................................168
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SCH-a770 open view
Display
Soft key (left)
Volume/menu
browser keys
Dial/menu
confirmation
Special function
key
keys
Earpiece
Navigation (Up/
Down/Left/Right)
keys
OK key
Camera key
Soft key (right)
Power on/off/
menu exit key
Cancel/correction
key
Alphanumeric
keys
Microphone
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SCH-a770 closed view
Antenna
External
display
Service light
Camera
Ear-microphone
jack
Camera key
Multimedia card
slot
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Quick reference
Cut out and use this page as a handy quick reference for
several useful features in your phone.
1. Phone book
1) Find
2) New
3) Group
4) My name card
5) Send v-card
6) Send v-card
7) Memory info
8) Delete all
2. Recent calls
1) Received
2) Dialed
3) Missed
4) Delete call log
5) Call timers
3. Message
1) Send new msg
2) Voice
3) Inbox
4) Voicemail
5) Inbox
6) Outbox
7) Saved/Draft
8) Web alert
9) Message settings
0) Memory info
Quick reference
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4. Get it now
1) Get it now
5. Mobile web
1) Get in web
6. Multimedia
1) Camera
2) Media gallery
7. Settings
1) Profile
2) Display
3) Security
4) Call options
5) Shortcut list
6) Location
7) Phone info
8. Planner
1) Calendar
2) To do list
3) Alarm clock
4) Time/Date
5) Memo pad
6) World time
7) Calculator
9. Voice kit
1) Quick dial
2) Voice memo
3) Voice settings
Quick reference
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Turn the phone on and off
Press and hold to turn the phone on or off.
Enter/Exit silent mode
In Standby mode, press and hold . To exit, press and hold
.
Set call ringer volume
1. In Standby mode, press the volume key on the left side of
the phone.
2. Press the Volume keys up or down to set call ringer
volume as desired.
View recent calls
In Standby mode, press . Your recent calls appear in the
display.
Change the wallpaper
1. In Standby mode, press the left soft key ( )
then press , , , .
2. Use the Up or Down key to select your choice of wallpaper.
Menu
,
Quick reference
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Save a number
1. In Standby mode, enter the number to save using the
keypad.
2. Press . With
3. Select the number type using the Navigation keys, the
press .
4. Enter a name for the entry using the keypad, then press
.
New entry
highlighted, press again.
View software and hardware information for
your phone
In Standby mode, press the left soft key ( )
press , .
Menu
, then
Navigation key shortcuts (in Standby mode)
Voice memo
Mobile web
Message
Voice memo can be customized. Press the left soft key
()
Menu
, then press , , .
Get it now
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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Samsung SCH-a770
mobile phone. The features listed below are a sample of what
SCH-a770 has to offer. We ask that you read this guide to
understand the many features that this phone supports and
keep it handy for reference.
Key features of the SCH-a770
•
128 x 160 pixel Liquid Crystal Display
•
High speed data (CDMA 2000 1X Technology)
•
Global Positioning Technology (GPS)
•
PIM functions (Scheduler, To Do List, etc.)
•
Short Message Service (SMS)
•
Voice Dial
•
16 Polyphonic Ringtones
How to use this guide
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 168. Also
included is important safety information that you should know
before using your phone. Most of this information is
back of the guide, beginning on
page 105.
near the
Introduction
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Install the battery
Note:
Your phone comes packaged with a partially charged
rechargeable standard Li-Ion battery and travel charger.
Important!
The phone can be used while the battery is charging,
but must be fully charged the first time you use your
phone otherwise you could damage the battery.
1. Insert the battery, taking care to match the tabs on the
battery with the grooves on the phone.
2. Slide the battery towards the top of the phone until it
clicks into place. Make sure that the battery is properly
installed before switching the power on.
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Remove the battery
1. Press and hold to turn off the phone (if on).
2. Press the catch above the battery and hold it in that
position.
3. Slide the battery and lift it away, as shown.
Charge 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. Using other accessories may invalidate your
warranty and may cause damage.
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Use the travel charger
The travel charger 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 charger into a standard
120 or 220 VAC wall outlet.
2. Plug the connector of the travel adapter into the jack at
the bottom of the phone.
Low battery indicator
The battery indicator ( ) in the upper-right corner of the
display screen indicates the battery power level. Three bars
indicate a full charge, while an empty battery icon indicates
your battery is almost empty. Two to three minutes before the
battery charge level becomes too low to operate the phone, a
blinking empty battery icon (
a tone sounds. If you continue to operate the phone without
charging the battery, the phone shuts down. Be sure to
monitor the battery strength icon and ensure your battery is
adequately charged.
) appears in the display and
Introduction
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Understand your phone
Antenna
Avoid touching the antenna while the phone is powered up.
Contact with the antenna affects the quality of your calls and
may cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than
necessary.
Backlight features
You can choose the amount of time that the display and
backlight remain illuminated after a period of inactivity. Keep
in mind that increasing these settings reduces battery life.
1. In Standby mode, press the left soft key ( )
2. Press , , for
backlight options appear in the display.
•
LCD
•
Keypad
•
Power save
3. Use the Up or Down key to highlight
press .
4. Use the Navigation keys to highlight the amount of time
that you wish the keypad or display to remain illuminated
after a period of inactivity, then press .
Backlight
. The following
LCD
or
Menu
Keypad
.
, then
Note: Folder open
on as long as the folder is open.
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enables the keypad or display backlight to remain
Power save mode
Unless the backlight setting for the LCD has been changed,
the backlight dims after a minute of inactivity, and then turns
off. With
always dim. After 15 seconds of inactivity, Power save turns
the backlight off. To enable or disable Power save:
1. In Standby mode, press the left soft key ( )
2. Press , , for
3. Use the Up or Down key to highlight
4. Use the Navigation keys to highlight
Power save
backlight options appear in the display.
•
LCD
•
Keypad
•
Power save
press .
.
enabled, the backlight for the LCD is
Backlight
. The following
Power save
On
or
Off
Menu
.
, then
, then press
Left soft key
Functions for the left soft key ( ) are defined by what
appears above it in the display. Some functions of the left soft
key are as follows.
• Press the left soft key ( )
menu.
• Press the left soft key ( )
some features.
• Press the left soft key ( ) to acknowledge browser
charges and other functions.
Menu
to enter the Main
Option
to view options in
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Right soft key
Functions for the right soft key ( ) are defined by what
appears above it in the display. Some functions of the right
soft key are as follows:
• Press the right soft key ( )
mode from any main menu.
• Press the right soft key ( )
previous menu from a sub menu.
• In Standby mode, press the right soft key ( )
Contacts
to enter the Contacts list.
Back
to return to Standby
Back
to return to the
Clear key
The CLR key ( ) is used to erase or clear numbers from the
display. You can also use to return to a previous menu or
to return to Standby mode from any menu.
• If you enter an incorrect character, briefly press to
backspace and delete.
• To erase all digits or characters from the display screen,
press and hold .
• To back up one menu level, briefly press .
• To return to Standby mode from any menu, press and hold
until you return to Standby mode.
End key
• Press and hold to turn off and on your phone.
• Press once to disconnect a call, return to Standby
mode, or cancel any input.
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Headset connector
The headset connector is the input jack for the optional
hands-free headset. The headset includes an earbud and
microphone in a convenient, lightweight unit so you can talk
without using your hands.
Before connecting the headset, gently pry open the input jack
cover to expose the connector inside.
Microphone
The microphone, located just beneath on the keypad, is used
for conversation, voice setup, and recording voice memos.
Keypad
Microphone
Alpha-numeric keypad
Use the alpha-numeric keypad to enter text, numbers, and
special characters.
Volume key
The volume key is on the left side of the phone. Use the
volume key to set the call ringer volume and earpiece volume
(while in a call). You can even use the volume key to scroll
through menus, sub menus, and lists.
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SEND key
The SEND key ( ) is used to answer calls, dial calls, and
to recall the last number (or list of numbers) dialed.
• Press once to answer calls.
• Enter a number and press once to connect a call.
• Press once in Standby mode to display the most
recently dialed number.
• Press twice in Standby mode to call the most
recently dialed number.
Navigation key
Use the Navigation keys to browse menus, sub menus, and
lists. Each of the four keys also act as a shortcut to launch
specific applications. The Up key is user definable, however.
Use the
confirming prompts, and jumping to highlighted links on the
web.
OK
( ) key for such things as replying to or
Your phone’s display
The top line of your phone’s display contains icons that
indicate network status, battery power, signal strength,
connection type, and more. The following list contains icons
that may appear in your display.
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Display screen icons
Icon Description
Signal strength
on and indicates the current signal strength. More lines
indicate higher signal strength.
Ringer silent
the volume key on the side of the phone.
Service indicator
dialing a number, this icon flashes until the call
connects.
No service indicator
find a signal because you’re outside a service area. You
cannot make or receive calls. Wait for a signal or move
into an open area to try and find a signal. The no
service indicator always appears when you turn on
your phone and disappears once service is located.
Roam
: Extended roaming indicator. Roaming occurs
when you use your phone outside your home area.
While roaming, a wireless provider's system other than
Verizon Wireless handles your call, so the service rate
for the call may be higher than those made within your
home area. Please refer to information from Verizon
Wireless on roaming rates.
New message
voice, text, page or web alert message. You’re also
notified by a visual and audible alert.
1X protocol
protocol.
: Always appears when your phone is
: The ringer has been set to
: Indicates a call in progress. When
: Indicates your phone cannot
: Indicates that you’ve received a new
: Indicates your phone is using the 1X
Off
using
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Icon Description
Battery strength
The more bars, the greater the charge. When the
battery becomes very low, a flashing empty battery
icon displays and the phone sounds an audible alert,
which indicates your phone is about to shut down.
Alarm clock
GPS
(911 only): This icon represents Global
Positioning Service (GPS) for 911.
GPS
: Indicates GPS is on for location.
(Continued)
: Indicates the battery charge level.
: The alarm clock is set.
Silent mode
Ringer is silenced for all alerts, incoming calls, and
incoming messages. The phone alerts you of incoming
calls, alerts, and messages by vibration and a flashing
Service LED.
Vibrate mode
you receive a call, the phone vibrates instead of ringing
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: Indicates your phone is in Silent mode.
: Your phone is in Vibrate mode. When
Your phone’s modes
Call answer mode
You can select the method for answering your phone when
you receive a call.
1. In Standby mode, press the left soft key ( )
then press , , , . The following call answer
options appear in the display.
•
Send key
•
Folder open
•
Any key
2. Use the Navigation keys to highlight an option.
3. Press to select the method for answering calls.
Text input mode
Use the text input mode (Abc, Symbol, 123, or T9 word) to
enter text, numbers, or symbols into messages, events, and
other functions. The text input mode is indicated in the right
lower part of the display.
Lock mode
When you lock the phone using the
option, restrictions are placed on phone use. You can receive
messages and calls, but you cannot make outgoing calls
(except for emergency numbers) until you unlock the phone.
Lock phone
key. Unlock your phone by following the prompts and entering
the lock code.
also restricts access to menus and the volume
Lock phone
Menu
menu
,
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Standby mode
Standby mode is the state of your phone once it has found
service and is in the idle state. Your phone goes into Standby
mode:
• After you power it on.
• When you press after a call.
When in Standby mode, you will see the time, day, and date
as well as all other active icons.
1. While in Standby mode, enter a phone number, and press
to place a call.
2. Press to return to Standby mode.
Receive messages in standby mode
You can receive messages while in Standby mode. An alert
tone sounds and a notification message appears in the display
when a new message arrives.
• Press the right soft key ( )
or press the left soft key ( )
message later.
View
to view the message,
Ignore
to view the
Talk mode
You can only place and receive calls when your phone is
powered on. While in a call your phone is in Talk mode. Press
the left soft key (
menu options. See “In-Use Menu” on page 45 for more
information.
)
Option
to display a list of In-use
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Silent mode
With a single press of the key you can silence the call ringer
and tones that your keypad makes whenever you press a key.
When you receive a call, the phone vibrates instead of
ringing.
Enter silent mode
• In Standby mode, press and hold . Entering silent
mode briefly appears in the display and your phone returns
to Standby mode. appears in the top line of the
display.
Exit silent mode
• In Standby mode, press and hold . Exit silent mode
briefly appears in the display and your phone returns to
Standby mode.
The ringer setting
1. In Standby mode, repeatedly press the Volume keys on
the left side of the phone up or down. Options are:
•Off •Level 3
• Level 1 • Level 4
• Level 2 • Level 5
2. Press once you’re satisfied with the setting. The phone
returns to Standby mode.
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Getting started
Obtaining service
Contact Verizon Wireless and follow their instructions for
obtaining service, if necessary. We suggest that you read this
user guide to fully understand the services that your phone
supports.
Turn the phone on
1. Fully extend the antenna for the clearest reception, then
open the flip.
2. Press and hold for two or more seconds.
Note:
As with any other radio-transmitting device, do not touch the
antenna as it affects call quality and can cause the phone to
operate at a higher power level than is necessary.
3. Verizon Wireless momentarily appears in the display and
your 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.
If the phone is outside of your carrier’s coverage or roaming
area,
or receive calls, try later when service is available.
appears in the top of the display. If you cannot place
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Turn the phone off
Press and hold 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 feature prevents your
phone from being turned off accidentally.
Make and answer calls
Outgoing
1. With the phone on, enter the number you wish to call
using the keypad.
2. Press
Incoming
When you receive a call, the phone displays one of the
following:
• If the caller can be identified, the caller’s number (or name
if it’s in your Phone book) appears in the display.
• If the caller can’t be identified,
Call from restricted #
display.
Your phone continues to notify you of the call until one of the
following events occur:
• You answer the call.
• The calling party ends the call.
• The call is sent to voicemail.
to place the call.
, or no number appears in the
Call from unavailable #
,
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