Samsung SCH-A790ZKVXAR User Manual
SCH-a790 Series
All Digital
TELEPHONE
User Guide
Please read this guide before operating your
phone, and keep it for future reference.
S/W: A790.XA16
H/W: A790.05
User Guide Release date: 1/18/04
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Contents
SCH-a790 closed view.......................................................................1
SCH-a790 open view..........................................................................2
Introduction ........................................................................................5
Key features of the SCH-a790............................................... 5
How to use this guide ............................................................ 5
Install the SIM card................................................................ 6
Remove the SIM card............................................................ 7
Install the battery ................................................................... 7
Remove the battery ............................................................... 7
Charge the battery................................................................. 8
Battery indicator..................................................................... 8
List of countries ..................................................................... 9
Understand your phone................................................................... 11
The antenna ........................................................................ 11
Backlight features ................................................................ 11
Power save mode................................................................ 12
Left soft key ......................................................................... 12
Right soft key....................................................................... 13
Clear key ............................................................................. 13
Camera hot key ................................................................... 13
End key................................................................................ 14
Headset connector .............................................................. 14
Service LED......................................................................... 14
Microphone.......................................................................... 15
Alpha-Numeric keypad ........................................................ 15
Earpiece .............................................................................. 15
Speaker ............................................................................... 15
SEND key............................................................................ 15
Navigation key .................................................................... 16
Camera key ......................................................................... 16
Get It Now............................................................................ 16
External (Sub) LCD ............................................................. 17
Your phone’s display ........................................................... 18
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Get Started ....................................................................................... 20
Obtain service for your phone ............................................. 20
Turn your phone on ............................................................. 20
Turn your phone off ............................................................. 20
Switch operational modes ................................................... 21
Text entry mode .................................................................. 21
Standby mode ..................................................................... 22
Silent mode ......................................................................... 22
Vibrate mode....................................................................... 22
Ringer volume ..................................................................... 23
Place calls ........................................................................... 23
Receive calls ....................................................................... 23
Call the U.S. from another country ...................................... 24
Call another country from the U.S. ...................................... 24
Voice Mail............................................................................ 26
Menu navigation .................................................................. 27
Navigate using shortcuts ..................................................... 28
The In-Use Menu................................................................. 29
Menu Shortcuts................................................................................30
Phonebook .......................................................................................33
Open Contacts .................................................................... 33
Open the Phonebook menu ................................................ 34
Edit a Phonebook entry ....................................................... 34
Pauses ................................................................................ 35
Pause dial from the Phonebook .......................................... 36
Manual pause calling........................................................... 37
Erase individual Phonebook entries .................................... 37
Speed dialing....................................................................... 38
Assign a speed dial location................................................ 39
Assign speed dial type to an entry ...................................... 39
Assign a picture to a Phonebook entry................................ 40
Store numbers after a call ................................................... 41
Shortcuts to storing phone numbers ................................... 41
Manage the SIM Phonebook............................................... 42
Find ..................................................................................... 44
New ..................................................................................... 47
Group .................................................................................. 49
My Name Card .................................................................... 55
Send V-card ........................................................................ 56
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My Phone # ......................................................................... 58
Memory Info......................................................................... 58
Delete All ............................................................................. 58
View FDN ............................................................................ 59
Recent Calls ..................................................................................... 60
View Recent Calls ............................................................... 60
Delete Call Logs .................................................................. 61
Call Timers .......................................................................... 62
Messages.......................................................................................... 63
Text entry modes................................................................. 63
Send text messages............................................................ 67
Receive text messages ....................................................... 70
Receive messages while in a call........................................ 70
Send pix messages (MMS) ................................................. 70
Send pix messages in camera mode .................................. 72
Receive pix messages......................................................... 74
Message folders .................................................................. 76
Get It Now .........................................................................................87
Settings................................................................................ 88
Remove an application ........................................................ 89
VZW with MSN..................................................................................90
Launch VZW with MSN ....................................................... 90
Exit VZW with MSN ............................................................. 91
Navigate the web................................................................. 91
VZW with MSN soft keys..................................................... 91
How VZW with MSN keys work ........................................... 91
Links .................................................................................... 93
Place a call while using VZW with MSN .............................. 93
Multimedia ........................................................................................ 94
Take pictures ....................................................................... 94
Save pictures....................................................................... 96
Other Camera features........................................................ 97
Camera Settings.................................................................. 98
Settings...........................................................................................102
Phone Mode ...................................................................... 102
Profile ................................................................................ 102
Display............................................................................... 104
Security.............................................................................. 108
Call Options....................................................................... 117
Shortcut List....................................................................... 121
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Location............................................................................. 122
GSM Services ................................................................... 123
Phone Info......................................................................... 127
Planner............................................................................................ 128
Open the planner............................................................... 128
Calendar............................................................................ 129
To Do List .......................................................................... 131
Alarm clock........................................................................ 132
Time/Date.......................................................................... 134
Memo pad ......................................................................... 135
World Time ........................................................................ 137
Calculator .......................................................................... 138
Voice Kit .........................................................................................139
The Voice Kit menu ........................................................... 139
Quick Dial.......................................................................... 140
Voice Memo ...................................................................... 142
Voice Setting ..................................................................... 144
Voice Signal ...................................................................................145
Quick Dial.......................................................................... 146
Digit Dial............................................................................ 146
Voice Memo ...................................................................... 149
Name Dial.......................................................................... 150
Phonebook ........................................................................ 151
Browser ............................................................................. 151
Performance and Safety................................................................152
Getting the Most Out of Your Reception ........................... 152
Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone......... 154
Caring for the Battery ........................................................ 157
Acknowledging Special Precautions and FCC.................. 158
FDA Consumer Update ..................................................... 161
Owner's record .................................................................. 175
User Guide Proprietary Notice .......................................... 175
Limited Warranty ...........................................................................176
Index ..............................................................................................183
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SCH-a790 closed view
Antenna
Headset Connector
Camera Flash
Display Icons
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Camera Lens
SCH-a790 open view
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Display
Screen Icons
OK Key
Earpiece
Shortcut Menu
Navigation
Key
Left Soft Key
amera Menu
Key
Volume Key
SEND Key
oice Mail
Key
Mobile Web
Voice Signal
Hot Key
Messages
Menu
Microphone
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Service LED
Get It Now
Right Soft Key
Camera HotKey
CLR Key
END Key
AlphaNumeric
Keypad
Silent Mode
Hot Key
Power/Accessory
Connector
Quick Reference
1) PHONEBOOK
1) Find
2) New
3) Group
4) My Name Card
5) Send V-card
6) My Phone #
7) Memory Info
8) Delete All
9) View FDN
2) RECENT CALLS
1) Received
2) Dialed
3) Missed
4) Delete Call Logs
5) Call Timers
3) MESSAGES
1) New Text Msg
2) New Pix Msg
3) Voicemail
4) Inbox
5) Outbox
6) Saved/Draft
7) Web Alert
8) Msg Setting
9) Memory Info
0) Delete All
4) GET IT NOW
1) Launch Now
5) MOBILE WEB
1) Launch Web
6) MULTIMEDIA
1) Camera
2) Media Gallery
7) SETTINGS
1) Phone Mode
2) Profile
3) Display
4) Security
5) Call Options
6) Shortcut List
7) Location
8) GSM Services
9) 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 Setting
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Quick Reference (cont.)
Turn your phone on and off
Press and hold .
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 key 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 ( ) Menu, then press
2. Highlight the LCD (Main or Sub) you wish to change, then press .
3. Use the navigation up/down keys to navigate the wallpaper source,
4. Use the navigation left/right keys to select your choice of wallpaper.
Save a number (quickly)
1. In standby mode, enter the number to save using the keypad.
2. Press . With New Entry highlighted, press again.
3. Select the number type using the navigation keys, then press .
4. Enter a name for the entry using the keypad, then press .
View software and hardware information for your phone
• In standby mode, press the left soft key ( ) Menu,
, , , .
then press . You may need to repeat this step for sub menus.
then press , . Software and hardware
information for your phone appears in the display.
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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Samsung
SCH-a790 world phone. The SCH-a790 offers features such
as a large, high-resolution display, PIM (Personal Information
Manager) functions, a built-in digital camera, global
functionality, and more. Please take time to read this guide
and become familiar with your phone’s many features.
Key features of the SCH-a790
• Global functionality
• High speed data (CDMA 2000 1X Technology)
• Global Positioning Technology (GPS)
• Large 176 x 220 pixel color display
• Digital Camera with Flash
• PIM functions (Scheduler, To Do List, etc.)
• Enhanced Message Service (EMS)
• 2-Way Short Message Service (SMS)
• Pix Messaging - Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS)
• Voice Activated Applications
• 64 Polyphonic Ringtones
How to use this guide
The chapters of this guide 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 183.
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 152.
If you still have questions, we’ll be happy to answer them.
Just call our Samsung Customer Care Center toll-free at
1.888.987.HELP (4357).
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Notes, Tips, etc.
Occasionally, throughout this guide you will see icons and
text set apart from the rest. These are intended to point out
important information, quick methods for activating features,
to define terms relative to the subject at hand, and more. The
definitions for these methods are as follows:
Notes explain alternative options within the current feature,
menu, or sub menu.
Tip: Tips provide quick or innovative methods for performing functions related to the current subject.
Fast facts are like snippets from the glossary. Fast
facts provides definitions in context and close
proximity to menu or feature in question.
Important! Points out important information about the current feature that could significantly affect performance or damage to your phone.
Install the SIM card
Before you can use the GSM features in your phone, you’ll
need to install a SIM card. SIM cards are provided by
Verizon Wireless.
1. With the battery removed from
the phone, insert the SIM card
face down into the slot provided.
2. Slide the SIM card as far as
possible to the right, beneath
the SIM card retaining brackets.
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3. Once the card is securely inserted into the SIM slot,
install the battery as outlined in the following section,
then turn the phone on.
Remove the SIM card
Use the same procedure for removing the SIM
card that was used to install the SIM card, only
in reverse.
Install the battery
This phone comes packaged with a partially charged
rechargeable standard Li-Ion battery and desktop charger.
Important! Although the phone can be used while the battery is charging, the battery must be fully charged before first use, otherwise you could damage the battery.
1.
Insert the bottom end of the battery
into the phone housing with the label
side down. The gold contacts on the
end of the battery should match up
with those on the phone.
2. Push the top end of the battery down
until it snaps into place.
Remove the battery
1. Press and hold to turn off the phone (if on).
2. Pull the battery release latch toward
the top of the phone. The top of the
battery should pop up.
3. Use your finger to lift the battery (top
end first) up and away from the phone.
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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.
Use the desktop charger
The desktop charger operates from a 120/220 VAC wall
outlet. It also acts as a cradle to hold your phone in a
convenient, easy-to-use position while charging.
1. Plug the AC plug from the desktop charger into a
standard 120 VAC or 220 VAC wall outlet.
2. Slide your phone, bottom end first, into the desktop
charger. Your phone begins charging.
You can use your phone while charging, however, the battery
charges faster if the phone is turned off.
Battery indicator
The battery indicator ( ) in the upper-right corner of the
display indicates battery power level. Three bars indicate a
full charge, while an empty battery icon ( ) indicates an
almost empty battery. Two to three minutes before the battery
becomes too low to operate, a blinking empty battery icon
( ) appears and a tone sounds. If you continue to operate
the phone without charging, the phone shuts down. Be sure
to monitor the battery strength icon and ensure your battery
is adequately charged.
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List of countries
The following table contains a list of countries that are
compatible with the a790’s GSM mode of operation at the
time of this guide’s publication. This list is subject to change.
Country
United Kingdom 44 Europe Y
France 33 Europe Y
Italy 39 Europe Y
Germany 49 Europe Y
a
Japan
Dominican Republic
Jamaica
Netherlands 31 Europe Y
Spain 34 Caribbean Y
Bahamas 1242 Caribbean N
Hong Kong 842 Asia Y
Peoples Republic of
China
Republic of China (Taiwan)
Republic of Korea
Ireland 353 Europe Y
Switzerland 41 Europe Y
Australia 61 Oceania Y
Brazil 55 S. America Y
Costa Rica 506 S. America N
India 91 Asia Y
Thailand 66 Asia Y
Singapore 65 Asia Y
Belgium 32 Europe Y
a
Country
Code
81 Asia N
b
1-809 Caribbean N
1-876 Europe N
868 Asia Y
866 Asia Y
c
82 Asia Y
Region
800 GSM
Service?
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Country
Greece 30 Europe Y
El Salvador 503 C. America N
Country
Code
Region
a. Not GSM network, however, PDC technology
is compatible with the a790
b. GSM Service in the 1900 Band
c. CDMA Roaming exists, however, country
code is necessary for dialing
To view a full list of countries, visit the Verizon Wireless web
site at www.vzw.com/???????
800 GSM
Service?
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Understand your phone
The antenna
Avoid touching the antenna while the phone is on. Contact
with the antenna affects call quality 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.
Folder Open enables the keypad or display backlight to
remain on as long as the folder is open.
1.
In standby mode, press the left soft key ( ) Menu.
2. Press , , for Backlight. The following
backlight options appear in the display.
Lcd
Keypad
Powe r s ave
Use the navigation key to highlight Lcd or Keypad, then
3.
press .
4. Use the navigation key to highlight the amount of time
that you wish the keypad or display to remain illuminated
after a period of inactivity, then press .
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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 60 seconds of inactivity,
the backlight off. To enable or disable
1. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( ) Menu.
2. Press , , for Backlight. The following
3.
4. Use the navigation key to highlight On or Off, then
Power save enabled, the backlight for the LCD is
Power save turns
Power save:
backlight options appear in the display.
Lcd
Keypad
Power save
Use the navigation key to highlight Power save, then
press .
press .
Off and On appear in the display.
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 to enter the
main menu.
• Press the left soft key ( ) Option to view options in
some features.
• Press ( ) to acknowledge browser charges and
other prompts.
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Right soft key
Functions for the right soft key ( ) are defined by what
appears above it in the display. The right and left soft keys
are located on opposing sides of the navigation key.
• Press the right soft key ( ) Back to return to the
standby mode from any main menu.
• Press the right soft key ( ) Back to return to the
previous menu from a sub menu.
• In standby mode, press the right soft key ( )
Contacts to open your Contacts list.
• In camera mode, press the right soft key ( ) Gallery
to view stored pictures.
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
backspace (and delete) the character.
• 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.
to
Camera hot key
The camera hot key ( ), on the right side of the phone,
activates the camera menu from standby mode.
• With the flip open, briefly press the camera hot key
( ) to open the camera menu.
• With the flip closed, press and hold the camera hot key
( ) to activate the camera.
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End key
• Press and hold
• Press and hold
• Briefly press
standby mode, or cancel any input.
to turn on your phone.
to turn off your phone.
once to disconnect a call, return to
Headset connector
The headset connector, located on top of the phone next to
the antenna, 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 slide open the
cover for the input jack to expose the connector inside.
Service LED
The Service LED on the front flip has the following functions.
• Flashes to indicate an incoming call or message.
• Lights momentarily when you power up the phone and
flashes red when the phone is in need of a charge.
• Green indicates you are in service in your
coverage area.
Turn the Service LED on or off
1. In standby mode, press the left soft key Menu, then press
, , .
2. Use the navigation key to highlight your preference, then
press .
Off and On appear in the display.
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Microphone
The microphone is located next to the charger/
accessory input jack on the bottom end of
the phone.
Microphone
Alpha-Numeric keypad
Use the alpha-numeric keypad to enter text, numbers, and
special characters.
Earpiece
The earpiece, located on the inside of the flip
above the display, plays sounds such as key
tones and alerts.
Speaker
The speaker is on back of the phone, above and to the right
of the battery. The speaker plays sounds such as ring tones
and alerts, but at a volume higher than the earpiece.
SEND key
The SEND key ( ) is used to answer calls, dial calls,
and to recall the last number(s) dialed or received.
• Press once to answer calls.
• Enter a number and press once to connect a call.
• Press
• Press twice in standby mode to call the most
once in standby mode to display the most
recently dialed number.
recently dialed number.
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Navigation key
Use the directional keys on the navigation key to browse
menus, sub menus, and lists. Each key also acts as a
shortcut to launch applications. The up navigation key is user
definable. Press when replying to prompts, and jumping
to highlighted links on the web.
Camera key
The camera key ( ) opens the camera menu from
standby mode.
• In standby mode, briefly press to open the camera
menu, then press to activate the camera.
OR
• In standby mode, press and hold to activate
the camera.
Get It Now
Download games, ring tones, e-mail and more using Get It
. For airtime charges, contact Verizon Wireless.
Now
1. In standby mode, press the right navigation key ( ).
The shopping cart icon ( ) appears in the upper left
corner of the display.
2. Press . A message appears in the display informing
you that browsing and downloading apps uses airtime.
3. Press (Start). After connecting, the following Get it
options appear in the display.
Now
• What’s New • Get Pix
• Get Games • Get Fun
• Get Tones • Get Mail
• Get Going • Enter Keywords
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4. Highlight your choice with the navigation key, then
press . Follow the instructions on the display.
External (Sub) LCD
The external (Sub) LCD is the full-color display that can be
used when the flip is closed. The external LCD displays caller
information, signal and battery strength, as well as other
indicators of status. You can even use the external LCD as a
viewfinder for the camera when taking pix with the flip closed.
• To turn on the backlight for the external LCD, which
allows you to view the display in full-color, just press and
hold either of the volume keys.
• To take a picture with the flip closed, press and hold the
camera hot key ( ) on the right side of the phone.
The camera activates and the external LCD acts as a
viewfinder. To snap a picture, just press the camera hot
key ( ) again.
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Your phone’s display
The top line of the display is reserved for icons that indicate
network status, battery power, signal strength, and more. The
following table lists the display icons and their descriptions.
Display icons
Signal strength: Always appears when your phone is on
and indicates the current signal strength. More lines indicate
a stronger signal.
Auto Answer : Automatic answer is enabled. Your phone
automatically picks up any calls after the designated time.
GSM (Int’l) mode: Your phone is in GSM (Int’l) mode. GSM
(Int’l) mode is for operation outside of the United States.
In Use: Indicates a call in progress. When dialing a number,
this icon flashes until the call connects.
No service indicator: Your phone cannot find a signal
because you’re outside a service area. You cannot make or
receive calls. Wait for a signal or move to an open area to
find a signal. This indicator always appears when you first
turn on your phone and disappears once service is located.
Roaming indicator: Your phone is outside your home area.
While roaming, another wireless provider may be handling
your call. The service rate for the call may be higher than
those made from within your home area. Please refer to
Verizon Wireless for roaming rates.
New Message: You’ve received a new text, page or web
alert message. You’re also notified of a new message by
animations and sound.
Voice Mail: You have one or more unread voice mail
messages in your voice mailbox.
1X Protocol: Indicates your phone is using the 1X protocol.
The 1X protocol is capable of high-speed data (3G).
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IS95-2G (Digital) Protocol: Your phone is using the IS95-
2G protocol. This protocol is incapable of high speed data.
Vibrate mode: Your phone vibrates upon receiving a call.
Battery strength: More black bars indicate a greater charge.
When the battery is low, an empty battery icon flashes and
the phone sounds an alert, which indicates your phone is
about to shut down.
Alarm clock: The alarm clock is set.
Ringer off: Your phones call ringer is turned off.
Ringer On: Your phones call ringer is turned on.
GPS (911 only): Global Positioning Service (GPS) for 911 is
set to on for emergency calls only.
GPS: Global Positioning Service is on for location.
Silent mode: Indicates your phone is in silent mode. The
ringer is silenced for all alerts, incoming calls, and incoming
messages. The phone alerts you of incoming calls, alerts, or
messages by vibration and a flashing Service LED.
Dialogue boxes
Dialogue boxes prompt for action, inform you of status, or
warn of situations such as low memory. Dialogue boxes and
their definitions are outlined in the following table.
Icon Category Examples
Choice “Save message draft?”
Question
Information
Reconfirm
Performing “Sending...” “Connecting..”
Completed “Message sent successfully!”
Information “New Message”
Error “System error!”
“Delete all received messages?”
Warning
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Warning “Battery Low,” “Memory Full!”
Get Started
Obtain service for your phone
Contact Verizon Wireless and follow their instructions for
obtaining service, if necessary. We suggest that you read this
guide to fully understand the services your phone supports.
Turn your phone on
• Open the flip, then press and hold
more seconds.
As with any other radio-transmitting device, do not touch the
antenna as it affects call quality and may cause the phone to
operate at a higher power level than is necessary.
for two or
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the phone begins searching for a network signal.
6. Once the phone finds a signal, the time, date, and day
appear in the bottom of the display.
7. You’re now ready to place and receive calls.
If the phone is outside of your carrier’s coverage or roaming
area, appears in the top of the display. If you cannot place
or receive calls, try later when service is available.
momentarily appears in the display and
Turn your phone off
• Press and hold
phone powers off.
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.
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for two or more seconds. Your
Switch operational modes
Your phone is capable of operating in a number of countries.
While in the United States, use your phone in
mode. Outside of the United States, use your phone in
mode. Switching between the two modes is simple, as
(GSM)
Verizon (CDMA)
Int’l
outlined in the following steps.
Switch modes
1. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( ) Menu,
then press , for
options appear in the display.
Verizon (CDMA) Int’l (GSM)
Use the navigation keys to highlight the desired mode of
2.
operation, then press . A dialogue box appears in the
display asking if you wish to change modes.
3. Press the left soft key ( ) Ye s to change modes, or
press the right soft key ( )
options list.
Mode
4. If you pressed Yes, the phone restarts and powers up in
the selected mode of operation.
Phone Mode. The following
No to return to the Phone
Text entry mode
Enter content using any of the four text entry modes.
1. At any text entry screen, press left soft key ( )
Option. A pop-up menu appears in the display with
ABC highlighted.
2. Use the left/right navigation keys to display the optional
text entry modes of
3. Once the desired method of text entry appears, press
to use that mode of text entry in your message.
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Standby mode
Standby is the state of the phone once it has found service
and is idle. The phone goes into standby:
• After you power it on.
• When you press after a call.
• Anytime you press while browsing your phone’s
menus and sub menus.
1. While in standby mode, enter a phone number, then
press to place a call.
2. Press to return to standby mode.
Silent mode
Silence the tones your keypad makes whenever you press a
key using the
Enter Silent mode
In standby mode, press and hold . Entering Silent
•
Mode
returns to standby mode.
Exit silent mode
In standby mode, press and hold . Exiting Silent
•
Mode
returns to standby mode.
Silent Mode feature.
briefly appears in the display and your phone
briefly appears in the display and your phone
Vibrate mode
• In standby mode, repeatedly press the volume key ( )
down until
key is on the left side of phone, next to the
SEND key ( ).
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Vibrate appears in the display. The volume
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