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SAMSUNG SCH-A870 User Manual

SCH-a870 Series

PORTABLE Dual-Mode
TELEPHONE
User Guide
Please read this manual before operating your
phone, and keep it for future reference.
ZJ24.04_CB_a870_110706_F2_rev_1
Intellectual Property
Samsung Telecommunications America (STA), Inc.
Headquarters: Customer Care Center: 1301 E. Lookout Drive 1000 Klein Street Richardson, TX 75082 Plano, TX 75074
Toll Free Tel: 1.888.987.HELP (4357)
Internet Address: http://www.samsungusa.com
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2006 Samsung Telecommunications America, Inc. is a registered trademark of Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its related entities.
CDMA Technology is licensed by Qualcomm Incorporated under one or more of the following patents: U.S. Patent No. 4,901,307; 5,056,109; 5,099,204; 5,101,501; 5,103,459; 5,107,225; 5,109,390.
GH68-12373A
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Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion of Liability
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Table of Contents

Section 1: Getting Started ................................. 9
Understanding this User Manual ..................................... 10
Charging the Battery ...................................................... 11
Activating Your Phone ....................................................12
Setting Up Your Voicemail ..............................................15
Section 2: Understanding Your Phone ............ 17
Features of Your Phone ..................................................18
Closed View of Your Phone ............................................. 19
Open View of Your Phone ...............................................21
Command Keys ..............................................................23
Understanding the Display Screen ..................................26
Your Phone’s Modes ......................................................28
Section 3: Call Functions ................................. 33
Making a Call ................................................................. 34
Answering a Call ............................................................ 40
Calls ..............................................................................44
Section 4: Menu Navigation ............................ 53
Menu Navigation ............................................................ 54
Menu Shortcuts ..............................................................54
Navigation Key Shortcuts ...............................................55
Navigate Using a Shortcut .............................................. 55
Menu Outline .................................................................56
Section 5: Entering Text .................................. 63
Changing the Text Entry Mode ........................................64
Using T9® Mode ............................................................65
Using Abc Mode .............................................................66
Entering Numbers ..........................................................67
Entering Symbols ........................................................... 68
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Section 6: Understanding Your Contacts ........ 69
Contacts .........................................................................70
Finding a Contacts Entry .................................................71
Adding a New Contacts Entry ..........................................74
Editing a Contacts Entry ..................................................76
Saving a Number After a Call ..........................................81
Tab l e o f Con t e n ts
Speed Dial ......................................................................83
Contacts Groups .............................................................86
Deleting a Contacts Entry ...............................................90
Memory Info ...................................................................91
Section 7: @metro ...........................................93
Accessing @metro (Mobile Shop) ...................................94
Section 8: Messaging ...................................... 99
Types of Messages .......................................................100
Create and Send Text Messages ...................................100
Receive Text Messages ................................................101
Send Picture Messages in Camera Mode ......................102
Send Picture Messages in Standby Mode .....................105
Receive Picture Messages ............................................108
Handwritten Picture Messages .....................................110
Postcard Messages ......................................................111
Message Boxes ............................................................112
Erase Messages ...........................................................121
Message Settings .........................................................122
Section 9: MetroWEB .....................................127
MetroWEB ....................................................................128
Launching MetroWEB ...................................................128
Using MetroWEB ...........................................................129
Using Links ..................................................................129
How MetroWEB Keys Work ...........................................130
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Section 10: Voice SVC ................................... 131
Voice SVC Options ........................................................132
Voice Commands .........................................................132
Voice Settings .............................................................. 134
Section 11: Multimedia ................................. 141
Camera ........................................................................142
Using My Images Gallery ..............................................151
Using My Ringtones Gallery .......................................... 153
Using My Sounds Gallery .............................................. 153
Section 12: Tools ........................................... 157
Bluetooth .....................................................................158
Calendar ......................................................................161
Memo Pad ...................................................................164
Alarm Clock .................................................................166
World Time ..................................................................168
Calculator ....................................................................169
Stop Watch ..................................................................170
Converter .....................................................................171
Tip Calculator ............................................................... 174
Section 13: Settings ...................................... 177
Location Setting ........................................................... 178
Display Settings ...........................................................178
Sound Settings ............................................................. 185
Call Settings ................................................................. 189
Phone Settings .............................................................194
Memory Info .................................................................205
Phone Info ....................................................................205
Section 14: Health and Safety Information ... 207
Health and Safety Information ......................................208
UL Certified Travel Adapter ...........................................210
Consumer Information on Wireless Phones ................... 211
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Road Safety ..................................................................220
Operating Environment .................................................223
Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices ..........223
Potentially Explosive Environments ...............................226
Emergency Calls ...........................................................227
FCC Notice and Cautions ..............................................228
Tab l e o f Con t e n ts
Other Important Safety Information ...............................229
Product Performance ....................................................230
Availability of Various Features/Ring Tones ...................231
Battery Standby and Talk Time .....................................232
Battery Precautions ......................................................232
Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling .....................234
Care and Maintenance ..................................................234
Section 15: Warranty Information .................237
Standard Limited Warranty ...........................................238
Index ............................................................... 245
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Section 1: Getting Started

Topics Covered

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

The chapters of this guide generally follow the same order as the menus and sub-menus in your phone. A robust index for quick reference to most features begins on page 245.
Also included is important safety information that you should know before using your phone. Most of this information is near the back of the guide, beginning on page 207.

Notes and tips

Throughout this guide there is text that is set apart from the rest. These are intended to point out important
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information, quick methods for activating features, to define terms, and more. The definitions for these methods are as follows:
• Notes: Explain alternative options within the current feature,
menu, or sub-menu.
• Tips: Provide quick or innovative methods for performing
functions related to the subject at hand.
• Important: Points out important information about the current
feature that could affect performance, or even damage your phone.
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Charging the Battery

Charging the Battery
Your phone is powered by a rechargeable standard Li­Ion battery. Only use Samsung-approved charging devices and batteries. Samsung accessories are designed to maximize battery life. Use of other
accessories may invalidate your warranty and may cause damage.

Use the Travel Adapter

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

The battery indicator ( ) in the upper-right corner of the display indicates power level. Monitor the battery strength and ensure your battery is adequately charged.
• Three bars ( ) indicate a full charge.
• An empty battery icon ( ) indicates a near empty battery.
• A blinking empty battery icon ( ) and a tone sounding
indicate you have two to three minutes before the battery is too low to operate the phone.
If you continue to use your phone without charging its battery, the phone will shut down.
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Activating Your Phone

Contact your Wireless Carrier and follow their instructions for obtaining service, if necessary. We suggest that you read this guide to fully understand the services your phone supports.

Install the Battery

Note: Your phone comes packaged with a partially charged rechargeable
standard Li-Ion battery and travel adapter.
Important: You must fully charge the battery the first time you use your phone, otherwise you could damage the battery. You can use your phone while the battery is charging.
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1. Insert the top end of
the battery first, matching the gold contacts on the inside of the battery to those on the phone.
2. Press lightly on the
bottom end of the
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battery down into the phone until it slips into place.
3. Place the battery cover
over the battery and slide the battery cover into place.
Remove the Battery
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1. Press and hold the key to turn off the phone (if on).
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2. Press down on the
battery cover release
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latch (1) and slide the cover (2) toward the bottom end of the phone.
3. Lift the battery (3) up
and away from the
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phone, bottom end first.
Activating Your Phone
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Turn Your Phone On

1. Open the folder on your phone, as
shown.
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2. Press the key.
Note: As with any other radio-transmitting
device, do not touch the antenna while using your phone as this can affect call quality and can cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than is necessary.
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3. The phone begins searching for a
network signal.
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4. Once the phone finds a signal, the
time, date, and day appear in the bottom of the display.
5. You’re now ready to place and
receive calls.
Note: If you are outside of your carrier’s coverage or roaming area, the No Service icon ( ) appears at the top of the phone’s display. If you cannot place or receive calls, try later when service is available, or at another location.

Turn Your Phone Off

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䡲 Press and hold the key for two or more seconds.
Your phone powers off.
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Press
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Note: If your phone is on and you press for less than one second, the phone will not power off. This prevents your phone from being turned off
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accidentally.
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Setting Up Your Voicemail

Setting Up Your Voicemail
Voicemail allows callers to leave voice messages, which can be retrieved any time.
Note: Once your Voicemail account has been set up, you can use the Voicemail folder (under the Message menu) to view details of voice
messages in your Voicemail box.
1. In idle mode, press and hold the key or dial your
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own mobile number to dial Voicemail.
2. Follow the prompts in the new user tutorial to setup your
mail box.

Listen to Voicemail

1. In idle mode, press and hold the key or dial your
own mobile number to dial Voicemail. After connecting, you will hear your voice greeting.
2. You are prompted to enter your password.
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Section 2: Understanding Your Phone

Topics Covered

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

• Domestic and international voice and text messaging service
(available on participating networks).
• High speed data (CDMA 2000 1x Technology)
• Bluetooth
• Global Positioning (GPS) Technology
• PIM Functions
• MMS Messaging
• Tex t M e s s a ging
• Handwritten Messaging
• E-mail Messaging
• Built-in Digital Camera
• Voice Dial
• Speakerphone
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Wireless Technology
** The SCH-a870 supports the wireless handsfree profile, serial port profile, and dial­up networking profile for Bluetooth support Bluetooth OBEX profiles.
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wireless technology. The SCH-a870 does not

Closed View of Your Phone

Closed View of Your Phone
1. Headset Jack
2. Camera Lens
3. Volume Keys
4. Front Display

Features

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

1. Receiver
2. Main Display
3. Navigation Key
4. Left Soft Key
5. Volume Keys
6. Send Key
7. Clear Key
Open View of Your Phone
17. OK Key
16. Right Soft Key
15. Camera Key
14. End Key
13. Speakerphone Key
12. Alpha-numeric Keys
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8. Special Function Keys
9. Power Accessory Connector

Features

1. Receiver — Lets you hear the other caller.
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11. Voice Recognition Key
10. Microphone
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2. Main Display — Indicates the status of your phone,
including numbers dialed, feature and function screens, status icons, message indicators, signal strength, and so on.
3. Navigation Key — In Menu mode, lets you scroll
through the phone menu options. In Standby mode, lets you access preset functions and one user-defined function.
4. Left Soft Key — Used to navigate through menus and
applications and to select the choice indicated at the bottom left corner of the Main LCD.
5. Volume Keys — In Idle mode, lets you adjust the ringer
volume or lets you select a vibrate mode. During a call, lets you adjust the Receiver volume.
6. Send Key — Lets you place or receive a call. In standby
mode, press the key once to access the recent call log.
7. Clear Key — Deletes characters from the display when
you are in text entry mode. Press this key to return to the previous menu or screen when navigating features on your phone.
8. Special Function Keys — Enter special characters.
Performs various functions.
9. Power/Accessory Connector — Used to plug in the
charging accessories and also connect any available accessory cables to your phone.
10. Microphone — Lets the other caller hear you clearly
when you are speaking to them.
11. Voice Recognition Key — In Idle mode, pressing and
holding this key launches VoiceSignal options.
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Command Keys

12. Alpha-numeric Keys — Use these keys to enter
numbers, letters, and characters.
13. Speakerphone Key — Enables and disables
speakerphone mode.
14. End Key — Ends a call. If you press and hold the END
key, the power goes On or Off. When you receive an incoming call, press to send the call to voicemail.
15. Camera Key — Lets you launch the camera and take
pictures.
16. Right Soft Key — Used to navigate through menus and
applications and to select the choice indicated at the bottom right corner of the Main Display.
17. OK Key — Pressing when navigating through a menu
accepts the highlighted choice in a menu.
Command Keys
Functions for the soft keys are defined by what appears above each in the display. There are two soft keys, the left soft key and the right soft key .

Left Soft Key

Some functions of the left soft key are as follows.
• In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( ) to open
the main menu.
• When the left soft key function is Edit, press the Edit (left) soft
key ( ) to edit a Contact.
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Right Soft Key

Some functions of the right soft key are as follows.
• In standby mode, press the Contacts (right) soft key ( ) to
open the Contacts list.
• When the right soft key function is Options, press the Options
(right) soft key ( ) and a pop-up menu appears.
• When the right soft key function is Back, press the Back (right)
soft key ( ) to back up one menu level.

OK Key

•
In a menu, press the OK key ( ) to accept the highlighted
selection.
• In camera mode, press the OK key ( ) to take a photo or to
create a Pic. message.
• When the OK key function is Edit, press the Edit (OK) key ( )
to edit a Draft message.

Clear Key

The CLR key ( ) is used to erase or clear numbers, text, or symbols from the display. You can also use the
CLR
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key to return to a previous menu or to return to
standby mode from any menu.
1. If you enter an incorrect character, briefly press to
2. To erase the entire sentence, press and hold .
3. To back up one menu level, briefly press .
4. To return to standby mode, press and hold until you
CLR
backspace (and delete) the character.
CLR
return to standby mode.
CLR
CLR
CLR
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Command Keys

End Key

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1. Press and hold the End key to turn on your phone.
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2. Briefly press once to disconnect a call.
3. Press to return to standby mode from any menu, or
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to cancel the last input.

Send Key

1. Press once to answer calls.
2. Enter a number and briefly press to make a call.
3. Briefly press in standby mode to display a list of
4. Press twice in standby mode to call the most recent
5. Press to pick up a waiting call. Press again to
SEND
SEND
SEND
SEND
recent calls to and from your phone.
SEND
number.
SEND
switch back to the other call.
SEND

Navigation Key

OK
Use the directional keys on the navigation key to
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browse menus, sub-menus, and lists. Each key also acts as a shortcut to launch applications.

Speakerphone Key

Use the speakerphone key ( ) — located on the right side of your phone — to switch from using the earpiece to the speakerphone before or during a call. Use the volume keys — located on the left side of your phone
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— to adjust the volume. Press the speakerphone key to enable and disable the speakerphone option.

Camera Keys

Use the camera key ( ) — located on the right side of your phone — to activate the camera built into your phone and to take pictures.

Understanding the Display Screen

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.

Display Screen Icons

Your SCH-a870 phone can show you definitions of the icons that appear on the top lines of the front and main displays. To access the Icon Glossary:
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䡵 In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( ),
then press (for Settings), (for Phone Info), and for Icon Glossary. A list shows of the icons that can appear on the top line of the displays.

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 below.
wxyz
abc
pqrs
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Understanding the Display Screen
• Choice
䢇 Example: “Save to draft?”
• Reconfirm
䢇 Example: “Erase all inbox msgs?”
• Performing
䢇 Example: “Sending...” “Connecting...”
• Completed
䢇 Example: “Message Saved”
• Information
䢇 Example: “New Message”
• Error
䢇 Example: “System Error!”
• Warning
䢇 Example: “Battery Low,” “Memory Full!”

Backlights

Backlights illuminate the internal and external displays and the keypad. When you press any key or open the phone, the backlights come on. They go off when no keys are pressed within a period of time set in the Backlight menu.
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Note: During a phone call, the display backlights dim and turn off after 10
seconds to conserve battery power, regardless of the Backlight setting.
See “Backlight” on page 184 for more information.
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External Display

Your phone has an external display on the outside of the folder. When you close the phone, the external display shows a digital clock.
Icons that appear in the external display indicate the following:
• Incoming calls and messages
• Alarms and alerts
• Battery charge level
• Signal strength

Your Phone’s Modes

Call Answer Mode

You can select how you wish to answer a call.
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1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft key ( ),
then press (for Settings), (for Call Settings), and for Call Answer. The following call answer options appear in the display:
䢇 Any Key — Pressing any key except the key or key
answers a call.
䢇 Send Only — Only pressing answers a call.
䢇 Flip Open — Opening the phone’s flip or pressing
answers a call.
2. Use the navigation keys to highlight an option.
3. Press the key to select the method for answering
calls.
wxyz
abc
ghi
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SEN
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SEND
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Your Phone’s Modes

Input mode

Input mode determines how you enter text, numbers and symbols. While at any text entry screen, press the Abc (left) soft key ( ), then choose the input mode from the pop-up menu using the navigation keys. Optional input modes are T9 Word, Abc, ABC, Symbol, and 123. (See “Section 5: Entering Text” on page 63 for more information.)
Tip: You can also cycle between T9 Word, Abc, and 123 by repeatedly pressing and holding the key until the phone beeps.
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Lock Mode

When the phone is in Lock Mode, restrictions are placed on phone use. You can receive calls and messages, but cannot place outgoing calls (except for emergency numbers) until you unlock the phone. Lock Mode also restricts access to menus and the volume key. Unlock your phone by entering the lock code when prompted. (See “Change Lock” on page 197 for more information.)

Standby Mode

Standby mode is the state of the phone once it has found service and is idle. The phone goes into standby mode:
• After you power the phone on.
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• When you press after a call or from within a menu.
In standby mode, you will see the time, day, and date as well as all phone status icons.
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1. While in standby mode, enter a phone number, and press
SEN
D
to place a call.
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2. Press to return to standby mode.
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Receive Messages in Standby Mode
You can receive messages in standby mode. An alert tone sounds and a notification message appears in the display when a new message arrives. The following call message options appear:
䢇 View Now — This selection allows you to view the messages
now.
䢇 View Later — This selection allows you to view the messages
at a later date.
1. Highlight the desired viewing option and then press OK.

Talk Mode

You can place and receive calls only when your phone is on. While in a call your phone is in talk mode. Press the Options (right) soft key ( ) to display a list of menu options. See “In-Use Menu” on page 43 for more information.
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Enter/Exit Silent Mode

Silence the tones your keypad makes when you press a key.
• In standby mode, press and hold . Entering Silent Mode
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briefly appears in the display and your phone returns to standby mode.
• While in Silent mode and standby mode, press and hold .
Exit Silent Mode briefly appears in the display and your phone returns to standby mode.
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