SAMSUNG SPH-A523 User Manual

SPH-A523 Mysto

PORTABLE
DIGITAL DEVICE
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating your
device, and keep it for future reference.
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Table of Contents

Section 1: Getting Started .........................................................................5
Understanding this User Manual ...............................................................................5
Activating Your Device ..............................................................................................6
Charging the Battery ................................................................................................. 8
Setting Up Your Voice Mail ........................................................................................ 9
Section 2: Understanding Your Device .....................................................10
Features of Your Device .......................................................................................... 10
Closed View of Your Device .....................................................................................11
Open View of Your Device ....................................................................................... 12
Command Keys ......................................................................................................15
Understanding the Display Screen ..........................................................................17
Your Device’s Modes .............................................................................................. 20
Section 3: Call Functions ..........................................................................23
Making a Call — Number Entry Dialing ...................................................................23
Making a Call — Speed Dialing .............................................................................. 25
Answering a Call .....................................................................................................25
Ignoring a Call ........................................................................................................26
Adjusting the Call Volume ....................................................................................... 26
Calls Log ................................................................................................................26
Roaming .................................................................................................................32
Section 4: Menu Navigation ....................................................................34
Menu Navigation .....................................................................................................34
Menu Outline ..........................................................................................................36
Section 5: Entering Text ..........................................................................43
Text Entry Modes .................................................................................................... 43
Changing the Text Entry Mode ................................................................................44
Entering Text in Alpha (Abc) Mode ..........................................................................44
Entering Text in T9Abc Mode ..................................................................................44
Entering Upper and Lower Case Letters ..................................................................45
Entering Korean ......................................................................................................45
Entering Numbers ................................................................................................... 47
Entering Symbols ....................................................................................................47
Section 6: Understanding CONTACT ........................................................48
Your Contacts List ...................................................................................................48
Adding a New Contact ............................................................................................49
Finding a Contact ....................................................................................................52
Editing an Existing Contact ......................................................................................56
Speed Dial Numbers ...............................................................................................58
Contact Groups ....................................................................................................... 59
Deleting a Contact .................................................................................................. 64
Sync Contacts .........................................................................................................65
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Call Logs .................................................................................................................66
Service Numbers ....................................................................................................66
My Info ...................................................................................................................66
Section 7: CUSTOMIZE ............................................................................. 67
Rings ......................................................................................................................67
Screens ..................................................................................................................68
H.O.T. (Helio On Top) Screens .................................................................................68
Sound Settings .......................................................................................................69
Display Settings ......................................................................................................71
Touch Sensitivity .....................................................................................................75
Call Settings ...........................................................................................................76
Network ..................................................................................................................77
Device ....................................................................................................................78
Security ..................................................................................................................83
Bluetooth ................................................................................................................84
Language ( ) ....................................................................................................87
Airplane Mode .........................................................................................................88
Section 8: SURF ....................................................................................... 89
SURF ......................................................................................................................89
Accessing Helio Portal .............................................................................................89
Using the SURF Browser .........................................................................................90
Using Links .............................................................................................................90
How Browser Keys Work .........................................................................................90
Section 9: SNAP ....................................................................................... 92
SNAP Menu .............................................................................................................92
Camera ...................................................................................................................93
Video Camera .........................................................................................................97
Zoom ....................................................................................................................102
Brightness ............................................................................................................103
Your Albums .........................................................................................................103
Photo Studio .........................................................................................................105
Settings ................................................................................................................105
Memory Info .........................................................................................................110
Section 10: VIDEO + MUSIC ................................................................... 114
Accessing VIDEO + MUSIC ....................................................................................114
Video ....................................................................................................................115
Download Video ....................................................................................................115
Music ...................................................................................................................116
Download Music ...................................................................................................116
Memory Info .........................................................................................................117
Settings ................................................................................................................119
Section 11: GAMES ................................................................................ 121
Finding Games ......................................................................................................121
Managing Games ..................................................................................................121
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Section 12: PLAN .....................................................................................123
Tools Menu ...........................................................................................................123
Calendar ...............................................................................................................124
To-do ...................................................................................................................126
Wake-up Call ........................................................................................................ 128
Alarm ...................................................................................................................129
Calculator .............................................................................................................132
World Time ...........................................................................................................133
Unit Converter .......................................................................................................134
Notepad ................................................................................................................135
Stopwatch ............................................................................................................136
User Memory ........................................................................................................136
Voice ....................................................................................................................138
Section 13: MESSAGE .............................................................................142
Launching the MESSAGE Feature ..........................................................................142
Sending a Text Message ....................................................................................... 143
Sending a Picture Message ...................................................................................144
Sending an Email Message ................................................................................... 147
Messaging Services .............................................................................................. 151
Customizing the Message Menu ........................................................................... 152
Section 14: APPS .....................................................................................153
Finding Applications ..............................................................................................153
Managing Applications ..........................................................................................153
Section 15: Health and Safety Information ............................................155
Health and Safety Information ............................................................................... 156
Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling .............................................................. 157
UL Certified Travel Adapter ................................................................................... 157
Consumer Information on Wireless Phones ........................................................... 158
Road Safety ..........................................................................................................164
Responsible Listening ........................................................................................... 165
Operating Environment ......................................................................................... 167
Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices ...................................................167
FCC Hearing-Aid Compatibility (HAC) Regulations for Wireless Devices .................168
Potentially Explosive Environments .......................................................................170
Emergency Calls ................................................................................................... 170
FCC Notice and Cautions .......................................................................................171
Other Important Safety Information .......................................................................172
Product Performance ............................................................................................172
Availability of Various Features/Ring Tones ...........................................................173
Battery Standby and Talk Time ............................................................................. 173
Battery Precautions ..............................................................................................174
Care and Maintenance .......................................................................................... 175
Section 16: Warranty Information ..........................................................177
Standard Limited Warranty ...................................................................................177
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Index ........................................................................................................ 182
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Section 1: Getting Started

Topics Covered
• Understanding this User Manual
• Activating Your Device
• Charging the Battery
• Setting Up Your Voice Mail
This section explains how to start using your device by activating your service, setting up your voice mail, or getting an understanding of how this manual is put together.

Understanding this User Manual

The chapters of this guide generally follow the same order as the menus and sub­menus in your device. A robust index for quick reference to most features begins on page 182.
Also included is important safety information that you should know before using your device. Most of this information is near the back of the guide, beginning on page
155.

Notes and tips

Throughout this guide are icons and text that are set apart from the rest. These are intended to point out important 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.
Fast Facts: Are like snippets from a glossary. Fast facts provide definitions in
context and proximity to the menu or feature in question.
Important: Points out important information about the current feature that could
affect performance, or even damage your device.
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Activating Your Device

Activating Your Device
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 device supports.

Install the Battery

Note: Your device comes packaged with a partially charged rechargeable s tandard Li-Ion battery and travel
adapter.
Important!: You must fully charge the battery the first time you use your device, otherwise you could
damage the battery. You can use your device while the battery is charging, bu t the battery will take longer to recharge.
1. Slide the battery into the compartment so that the tabs on the end align
with the slots at the top of the device.(1) Press the battery down until it clicks into place.(2)
2. Replace the battery cover (1) and slide it toward the bottom of the device
(2) until the cover clicks into place.
3. Make sure that the battery is properly installed before switching on the
device.

Turn Your Device On

1. Open the slide on your device.
2. Press and hold the key for two or more seconds.
Note: As with any other radio-transmitting device, do not touch the antenna (loca ted at the bottom of the
phone) while using your device as this can affect c all quality and can cause the device to operate at a higher power level than is necessary.
3. The device begins searching for a network signal.
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4.
Once the device finds a signal, the current time displays on the upper, right side of the icon bar.
5. You’re now ready to place and receive calls.
Note: If you are outside of your carri er’s coverage or roaming area, the No Service icon ( ) appears at
the top of the device’s display. If you cannot place or receive calls, try later when ser vice is available, or at another location.

Turn Your Device Off

1. Open the slide on your device.
2. Press and hold the key for two or more seconds. Your device
powers off.
Note: If your device is on and you press for less than one second, the device will not power off. This
prevents your device from being turned off accidentall y.
Remove the Battery
Important!: You must unplug the Travel Adapter (if it is connected) before removing the battery from the
device during charging to avoid damage.
If necessary, switch off the device by holding down the key until the power turns off.
1. Remove the battery cover by sliding the battery cover in the direction of
the arrow.
2. Carefully lift the battery cover away from the bottom of the device.
3. Lift (1) the bottom of the battery and remove it (2).
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Charging the Battery

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Charging the Battery
Your device 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 Travel Adapter

The travel adapter included with your device is a convenient, light-weight charger that rapidly charges your device 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.
Note: 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 device and void y our warranty.
2. Insert the smaller end of the Travel Adapter into the charger/accessory
connector at the lower left side of your device.
Note: The following illustration sh ows the correct and incorrect methosd for connecting the charger.
Verify the arrow on the adapter is showing and pointing to the device for a correct connection. If it is not, damage to the accessory port wi ll occur therefore voiding the device’s warranty.
Note: With the device turned OFF, a discharged battery recharges fully in approximately 3 hours.
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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 device. If you continue to use your device without charging its battery, the device shuts down.

Setting Up Your Voice Mail

Voice mail allows callers to leave voice messages, which can be retrieved any time.
1. In idle mode, press and hold the key or dial your own mobile number
to dial voice mail.
2. Follow the prompts in the new user tutorial to setup your mail box.

Listen to voice mail

1. In idle mode, press and hold the key or dial your own mobile number
to dial voice mail.
2. At the voice prompt, enter your passcode and follow the instructions.
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Features of Your Device

Section 2: Understanding Your Device

Topics Covered
• Features of Your Device
• Closed View of Your Device
• Open View of Your Device
• Command Keys
• Understanding the Display Screen
• Your Device’s Modes
This section outlines some key features of your device. It also displays the screen and
the icons that are displayed when the device is in use.
Features of Your Device
Domestic and international voice and text messaging service (available on
participating networks).
High speed data (CDMA 2000 1x Technology)
High speed data (EVDO 1x Technology)
Global Positioning (GPS) Technology
Personal Information Management (PIM) Functions
MMS Messaging
Text Messaging
Email Messaging
2.0 Megapixel Camera with Flash and Video Camera function
Speakerphone
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology **
** The Samsung a523 supports the wireless Headset, Handsfree, Stereo Headset, File Transfer, Object Push, Printing, and Bluetooth OBEX profiles for Bluetooth® wireless technology.
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Closed View of Your Device

1. Display
2. Volume key
3. Navigation keys
4. key
6. End/Power key
7. Earpiece/Speaker
5. Camera key

Features

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Display — Indicates the status of your device, including status icons,
1.
message indicators, signal strength, and so on. Shows time and date.
2. Volume Key — With the device closed, turns on the external display
backlight when held down.
3. Navigation Keys — Lets you scroll through the device menu options.
4. Key — Pressing when navigating through a menu accepts the
highlighted choice in a menu.
5. Camera Key — In standby mode and with the slide open, pressing this
key displays the SNAP menu. Pressing and holding this key launches the camera.
In camera mode, takes photos or starts and ends video clip recording.
6. End/Power Key — Ends a call. When you receive an incoming call with
the slide closed, press to mute the ringer.
7. Earpiece/Speaker — Lets you hear the other caller or music.
2. Display
4. Navigation Key
5. Send Soft Touch Key
6. Volume Key
8. Special Function Keys
7. Microphone
9. Alphanumeric Keypad
11. End/Power Key
12. Back/Clear Soft Touch Key
14. Soft Touch Key (Right)
1. Earpiece/Speaker
10. Camera Key
3. Soft Touch Key (Left)
13. Key

Open View of Your Device

Note: The touch keys [Left ( ) and Right ( ) soft touch keys, the Send ( ) touch key, and the
Back/Clear ( ) touch key] are only active when unlocked. The touch keys lock automatically when you slide the device. To unlock the touchpad, press and hold the Volume key up or do wn until the “Key Lock State Unlock key input?” appears in the display, highlight Ye s, then press .
Caution!: The External Touchpad responds to a light touch. Using excessive force when pre ssing touch
keys may damage the touchpad.
Open View of Your Device

Features

1. Earpiece/Speaker — Lets you hear the other caller.
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2.
Display — Indicates the status of your device, including status icons,
message indicators, signal strength, and so on. Shows menus, calls, and messages.
3. Soft Touch Key (Left) — Used to navigate through menus and
applications and to select the choice available in the Left Soft touch key option.
When receiving a call with the device open or closed, pressing and holding the Left Soft touch key mutes the ringer.
Note: The touch keys [Left ( ) and Right ( ) soft touch keys, the Send ( ) touch key, and the
Back/Clear ( ) touch key] are only active when unlocked. If the touch keys are locked (such as, when the slide is closed), press and hold the Volume k ey to unlock the touchpad. During a call, press
to unlock the touchpad.
Caution!: The External Touchpad responds to a light touch. Using excessive force when pressi ng touch
keys may damage the touchpad.
4. Navigation Key — Lets you scroll through the device menu options.
5. Send Soft Touch Key — Lets you place or receive a call. In standby mode,
press this touch key once to access the recent call log.
6. Volume Key — During a call, adjusts the earpiece volume. In standby
mode with the device open, adjusts the ring volume.
7. Microphone — Lets the other caller hear you clearly when you are
speaking to them.
8. Special Function Keys — Enter special characters. Performs various
functions.
9. Alphanumeric Keypad — Use these keys to enter numbers, letters, and
characters.
10. Camera Key — In standby mode, pressing this key displays the SNAP
menu. Pressing and holding this key launches the camera.
In camera mode, takes photos or starts and ends video clip recording.
11. End/Power Key — Ends a call. If you press and hold the End/Power key,
the power goes On or Off. Returns your device to standby mode.
12. Back/Clear Soft Touch Key — Deletes characters from the display when
you are in text entry mode. Press this touch key to return to the previous menu or screen when navigating features on your device.
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13. Key — Pressing when navigating through a menu accepts the
1. Flash
3. End/Power key
4. Camera key
5. Power-Accessory Connector
7. Camera Lens
2. Self Portrait Mirror
6. Volume key
highlighted choice in a menu.
14. Soft Touch Key (Right) — Used to navigate through menus and
applications and to select the choice available in the Right Soft touch key option. When you receive an incoming call, press to Ignore the call and send it to Voicemail.

Rear

Open View of Your Device
Features
Flash — Used with the built-in camera to take photos and videos in low
1.
light.
2. Self Portrait Mirror — Helps you center the camera lens for self portraits.
Strike a pose and look good in pictures of yourself.
3. End/Power Key — Ends a call. If you press and hold the End/Power key,
the power goes On or Off. When you receive an incoming call, press to send the call to voicemail. Returns your device to standby mode.
4. Camera Key — In standby mode, pressing this key displays the SNAP
menu. Pressing and holding this key launches the camera.
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In camera mode, takes photos or starts and ends video clip recording.
5. Power/Accessory Connector — Used to plug in charging accessories
and also to connect other available accessory cables to your device.
6. Volume Key — During a call, adjusts the earpiece volume.
In standby mode with the device open, adjusts the ring volume.
7. Camera Lens — The lens of your built-in camera.

Command Keys

Functions for the soft touch keys are defined by what appears above each in the display. There are two soft touch keys, the left soft touch key ( ) and the right soft touch key ( ).
Note: The touch keys [Left ( ) and Right ( ) soft touch keys, the Send ( ) touch key, and the
Back/Clear ( ) touch key] are o nly active when unlocked. The touch keys lock automatically when you slide the device. To unlock the touchpad, press and hold the Volume key up or down until the “Key Lock State Unlock key input?” prompt appears in the display.
Caution!: The External Touchpad responds to a light touch. Using excessive force when pressi ng touch
keys may damage the touchpad.

Left Soft Touch Key

Some functions of the left soft touch key are as follows.
In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft touch key ( ) to open the main
menu.
When the left soft touch key function is Edit, press the Edit (left) soft touch key
( ) to edit an Alarm.
When the left soft touch key function is Menu, press the Menu (left) soft touch key
( ) and a pop-up menu appears.

Right Soft Touch Key

Some functions of the right soft touch key are as follows.
In standby mode, press the Contacts (right) soft touch key ( ) to open the
Contacts List screen.
When the right soft touch key function is Check, press the Check (right) soft touch
key ( ) to select an item in a list to be acted on by a selected function, such as Delete.

Helio Key

In a menu, press the Helio key ( ) to accept the highlighted selection.
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Command Keys
In camera mode, press the Helio key ( ) to take a photo.
When the Helio key function is Edit, press the Edit (Helio) key ( ) to edit a Draft
message.

Back/Clear Key

The Back/Clear key ( ) is used to erase or clear numbers, text, or symbols from the display. You can also use the 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 backspace (and
delete) the character.
2. To erase the entire sentence, press and hold .
3. To back up one menu level, briefly press .
4. To return to standby mode, repeatedly press until you return to
standby mode.

End Key

1. In standby mode, press and hold the End key ( ) to turn your device
off.
2. Briefly press once to disconnect a call.
3. Press to return to standby mode from any menu, or to cancel the
last input.
4. With your device turned off, press to turn your device on.

Send Touch Key

The Send touch key ( ) is used to answer calls, dial calls, and to recall the last number(s) dialed, received, or missed.
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 recent calls to and
from your device.
4. Press twice in standby mode to call the most recent number.
5. Press to pick up a waiting call. Press again to switch back to the
other call.

Navigation Key

Use the directional keys on the navigation key ( ) to browse menus, sub­menus, and lists. Each key also acts as a shortcut to launch applications.
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Camera Key

1
2
3
In standby mode, momentarily press the Camera key ( ) — located on the right side of your device — to display the SNAP menu.
In standby mode, press and hold the Camera key ( ) to activate the camera built into your device.
With the camera or video camera active, press the key to select from among the camera and video camera modes.

Understanding the Display Screen

1. The top line of your device’s main display
contains icons that indicate network status, battery power, signal strength, connection type, and more.
2. The center portion of the main display shows
information such as call progress information, messages, and photos.
3. The bottom line of the main display shows
current soft touch key functions. The sample screen shows that pressing the Left soft touch key ( ) opens the Main Menu. Pressing the Helio key ( ) accesses the Helio Search web site. Pressing the Right soft touch key ( ) opens the Contacts menu.

Display Screen Icons

Signal strength — Always appears when your device is on and indicates the current signal strength. More lines indicate higher signal strength.
Roam — Roaming occurs when you use your device outside your home area. While roaming, a wireless provider other than yours 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 your Wireless Provider on roaming rates.
Service indicator — Indicates a call in progress. When dialing a number, this icon flashes until the call connects.
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Understanding the Display Screen
No service indicator — Indicates your device cannot 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 device and disappears once service is located.
3G Protocol — Indicates your device is using the higher speed 3G protocol.
1X Protocol — Indicates your device is using the lower speed 1X protocol.
Bluetooth — Indicates Bluetooth
®
device functions are active.
Alarm clock — Indicates an alarm clock is set.
VibrateRing Vibration has been set to Vibrate using the Settings menu. When you receive a call, the device vibrates
but does not ring.
Silent mode — Indicates your device is in Silent mode. Ringer is silenced for all alerts, incoming calls, and incoming messages. The device alerts you of incoming calls, alerts, and messages by vibration and a message in the screen.
Vibrate then RingRing Vibration has been set to Vibrate then Ring using the Settings menu. When you receive a call,
the device vibrates then it rings.
Ring and VibrateRing Vibration has been set to Ring and Vibrate using the Settings menu. When you receive a call, the
device vibrates and rings.
Tex t M e s s age — Indicates that you’ve received a new text, page, or web alert message. You’re also notified by a visual and audible alert.
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Picture Message — Indicates that you’ve received a new picture message.
Voicemail — Indicates that you’ve received a new voice message.
Battery strength — Indicates the battery charge level. The more black bars, the greater the charge. When the battery becomes very low, a flashing empty battery icon displays and the device sounds an audible alert, which indicates your device is about to shut down.

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.
Choice
Example: “Save message?”
Reconfirm
Example: “Erase all messages?”
Performing
Example: “SENDING...” “Connecting...”
Completed
Example: “Message saved in drafts”
Information
Example: “New Message”
Error
Example: “No External Memory”
Warning
Example: “Battery Low,” “Memory Full!”

Backlights

Backlights illuminate the display and the keypad. When you press any key or open the device, the backlights come on. They go off when no keys are pressed within a period of time set in the Backlight menu.
Note: During a phone call, the display backlights dim and turn off after ten seconds to conser ve battery power, regardless of the Backlight setting.
See “Backlight” on page 75 for more information.
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Your Device’s Modes

Your Device’s Modes

Call Answer Mode

You can select how you wish to answer a call.
1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft touch key ( ), then press
(for CUSTOMIZE), (for Settings), (for Call), and for
Answer Call On. The following call answer options appear in the display:
• Slide Open — Sliding the device open or pressing answers a call.
• Open & Press Any Key — Sliding the device open or pressing any key except
the key, the key, the key, the key, the key, or the
key answers a call.
• Send Key Only — Only pressing answers a call.
2. Use the Navigation keys to highlight an option.
3. Press the key to select the method for answering calls.

Input mode

Input mode determines how you enter text, numbers and symbols. While at any text entry screen, repeatedly press the right soft touch key ( ) to toggle between the text input modes: T9Abc, 123, Symbol, KOR, and Abc. (See “Entering Text” on page 43 for more information.)

Lock Mode

When the device is in Lock Mode, restrictions are placed on device use. You can receive calls and messages, but cannot place outgoing calls (except for emergency numbers) until you unlock the device. Lock Mode also restricts access to menus and the volume key. Unlock your device by entering the lock code when prompted. (See “Phone Lock” on page 83 for more information.)

Standby Mode

Standby mode is the state of the device once it has found service and is idle. The device goes into standby mode:
After you power the device on.
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 device status icons.
1. While in standby mode, enter a phone number, and press to place a
call.
2. Press to return to standby mode.
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Receive Messages in Standby Mode
You can receive messages in standby mode. When a new message arrives, an alert tone sounds and the new message pop-up appears in the display showing the following options:
Ignore — left soft touch key — Closes the new message pop-up and saves the
message for viewing later.
AlertHelio key — The Alerts list appears in the display, showing the latest
message.
View — right soft touch key — Opens the new message, showing any text and/or
images.
While viewing a message, the following options appear in the display:
Menu — left soft touch key — The following options appear in the display:
Delete — Erases this message from your Inbox. Forward — Sends a copy of the message to another recipient. Save Message— Saves the message to one of your internal or external folders. Add to Contacts — Saves the message senders number to your Contacts List. View Message Info — Shows the date and time the message was sent and the
originator name or number.
Use the Navigation keys to highlight the desired option and press the key.
Reply — right soft touch key — Lets you compose and send a reply message to
the sender of the original message.
Press , , or to clear the message from the display. The message is saved in the Inbox.

Talk Mode

You can place and receive calls only when your device is on. While in a call your device is in talk mode. Press the Menu (left) soft touch key ( ) to display a list of menu options. See “The In-Use Options” on page 35 for more information.

Enter/Exit Silent Mode

Silence the tones your keypad makes when you press a key.
In standby mode, press and hold . “Silent Mode On” briefly appears in the
display and your device returns to standby mode.
While in Manner mode and standby mode, press and hold . “Silent Mode
Off” briefly appears in the display and your device returns to standby mode.
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Your Device’s Modes

Vibrate Mode

1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft touch key ( ), then press
(for CUSTOMIZE), (for Settings), (for Sound), and
for Ring Vibration. The following options appear in the display:
• Ring Only — An incoming call plays the ringtone selected with the Ring
options.
• Vibrate — An incoming call causes the device to vibrate.
• Mute — An incoming call causes a message to appear in the display.
• Vibrate then Ring — An incoming call causes the device to vibrate then play a
ringtone.
• Ring and Vibrate — An incoming call causes the device to play a ringtone and
vibrate.
2. Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight Vibrate, then press the
key.
Note: The Vibrate icon ( ) a ppears in the display when the device is in V ibrate mode.
Adjust the Ringer
In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft touch key ( ), then press
1.
(for CUSTOMIZE), (for Settings), (for Sound), and
for Volume. The Volume screen appears in the display.
2. Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight Ring.
3. Use the Left and Right navigation keys to adjust the Ring Volume to one of
its five settings. The current ringtone sounds at the selected level.
4. When you are satisfied with the setting, press the key. Your device
returns to the Sound menu.

Camera Mode

Camera and Video Camera modes let you activate your device’s camera to take pictures or videos. In Camera/Video Camera mode, you can also adjust the resolution and appearance of your pictures/videos. See “SNAP” on page 92 for more information.
Entering Camera Mode — In standby mode and with the slide open, press and
hold the Camera key ( ) on the lower right side of your device.
Entering Video Camera Mode — In standby mode and with the slide open, press
the Camera key on the lower right side of your device. The SNAP menu appears in the display. Select Video Camera.
Exiting Camera Mode — Press the key or the key.
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Section 3: Call Functions

Topics Covered
• Making a Call — Number Entry Dialing
• Making a Call — Speed Dialing
• Answering a Call
• Ignoring a Call
• Adjusting the Call Volume
• Calls Log
•Roaming
This section explains how to make or answer a call. This section also includes the features and functionality associated with making or answering a call.
Making a Call — Number Entry Dialing
1. With the device on, enter the number you wish to call using the keypad.
2. Press the key to place the call.

Dialing Emergency Numbers

To place an emergency call:
1. With the device on, enter 911 using the keypad.
2. Press the key to place the call.
IMPORTANT! Emergency number 911 is hard-coded into your device. You can dial this number almost any
time, even when the device is locked or restricted.
If you call 911 an audible tone is heard and an Emergency prompt appears in the display for the duration of the call.
IMPORTANT! Because of various transmission methods, network parameters, and user s ettings necessary to complete a call from your wireless device, a connection cannot always be guaranteed. T herefore, emergency calling may not be available on all wire less networks at all times.
IMPORTANT! DO NOT depend on this device as a primary method of calling 911 or for any other essential or emergency communications.
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Making a Call — Number Entry Dialing

Dialing International Numbers

Call another country from the U.S.
1.
In standby mode, enter the three-digit exit code (011) for the United States.
2. Enter the country code for the country that you are calling.
3. Enter the number that you wish to call, then press the key.
Note: Puerto Rico and Canada are on the North American dialing plan. When making calls to Puerto Rico and
Canada it is similar to making calls within the United Sta tes, no unique country codes are necess ary.
Placing calls when outside the U.S. — Mexico
Calling locally within Mexico: Dial the seven or eight-digit number.
Calling long distance within Mexico: Dial 01, plus the ten-digit number (includes
area code).
Calling to the U.S. or Canada from Mexico: Dial 001, plus the ten-digit number
(includes area code).
Calling Voicemail from Mexico: Dial 001, plus your ten-digit wireless number.
Once you hear the recorded prompt, press and enter your passcode.

Manual Pause Calling

When you call automated systems (like banking services), you are often required to enter a password or account number. Instead of manually entering the numbers each time, you can store the numbers in your Contacts along with special characters called pauses.
Hard Pause [P] — A hard pause stops the calling sequence until you press the
key.
2 Sec Pause(T) — A two-second pause stops the calling sequence for two
seconds and then automatically sends the remaining digits.
To manually call a number with pause(s) without storing it to your Contacts:
1. Enter the number you wish to call.
2. Press the Menu (left) soft touch key ( ). A pop-up menu containing the
following options appears in the display:
• Hard Pause [P] — a hard pause (awaits input from you ending in your pressing
the key).
• 2 Sec Pause(T) — a two-second pause.
3. Use the navigation keys to highlight the desired pause option.
4. Press to enter the highlighted pause into your number sequence.
5. Press to call the number.
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Making a Call — Speed Dialing
You can store phone numbers and contact names in your device’s Contacts list. Speed Dialing lets you quickly and easily dial any contact in your Contacts list by using that contact’s location number in the list. You can assign and change location (speed dial) numbers for your contacts. (See “Speed Dial Numbers” on page 58 for more information.)

One-Touch Dialing

Memory locations 002 through 009 are special One-Touch dialing locations. You can call the phone numbers stored in your device’s Contacts list from 002 through 009 by pressing and holding a single key.
Example: For location number 003, press and hold the key until the name and number appear in the
display and the number is dialed.

Two-Touch Dialing

Memory locations 010 through 099 are special Two-Touch dialing locations.
Example: For location number 013, briefly press the key, then press and hold the key until the
name and number appear in the displa y and the number is dialed.

Three-Touch Dialing

Memory locations 100 through 999 are special Three-Touch dialing locations.
Example: For location number 113, briefly press the key, briefly press the key again, then
press and hold the key until the name and number appear in the display and the number is dialed.

Pause Dialing From a Contacts Entry

If you speed dial a contact that contains (two-second) T pause(s) simply wait for
the pauses to pass and the dialing to complete.
If you speed dial a contact that contains (hard) P pause(s), wait for the appropriate
prompt(s) from the number you are calling (credit card number, bank account number, and so on) and enter the appropriate response(s).

Answering a Call

Your device notifies you of a call in the following ways:
A ring tone sounds and/or your device vibrates. [Your device provides five ring
volume settings — 1 – 5 — and five Ring Vibration settings — Ring Only, Vibrate, Mute, Ring then Vibrate, Ring and Vibrate.]
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Ignoring a Call

A phone number (unless blocked by the caller) and a name appear in the display (if
the caller’s number and name are stored in your Contacts list).
If the caller can’t be identified, Call from unavailable#, Call from restricted
number, or no number appears in the display.
Your device continues to notify you of the call until one of the following events
occurs:
You answer the call.
You ignore the call.
The calling party ends the call.
The call is sent to voicemail.

Answering an Incoming Call

Press the key. The ring tone and/or vibration stop and the caller’s
voice can be heard in the earpiece.
Tip: You can set your device to answer calls when you Slide Open the handset , Open the h andset & Press
Any Key, or when you press the key. (See ‘Call Settings” on page 76 for more information.
Ignoring a Call
When you ignore an incoming call, the call is immediately forwarded to your voice mail.
During an incoming call, press and hold the Silent (left) soft touch key
( ) to silence the ringer. The call receives ringback tone the preset number of times and then is forwared to your voice mail.
Press and hold the Ignore (right) soft touch key to ignore the call. The call is immediately forwarded to your voice mail

Adjusting the Call Volume

In incall mode, repeatedly press the volume key ( ) down until the Call Volume Level desired appears in the display. The volume key is on the left side of your device.

Calls Log

The Calls Log retains information about Missed, Outgoing, Ignored, and Incoming calls. You can also view call duration times for your last call and the time totals for all calls.
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Review the Calls Log — Menu Method
1. In standby mode, press the Menu (left) soft touch key ( ) then press
(for CONTACT) and (for Call Log). The following Call Logs
appear in the display:
Press for All Calls.
Press for Missed Calls.
• Press for Outgoing Calls.
Press for Ignored Calls.
• Press for Incoming Calls.
Press for Call Times.
2. Press the number key associated with the Calls log that you wish to
review, or
Use the Up and Down navigation keys to scroll through the Call Logs that you wish to review.
Note: In cases where there is a Contacts match for a Calls log entry, the name associated with the number
appears in the display instead o f the number.
Review the Calls Log — Key Method
1. In standby mode, press the key. The All History log appears in the
display.
2. Use the Left and Right navigation keys to scroll through the following Calls
histories that you wish to review:
• All History — Lists all calls made, received, missed, and ignored and lists voice
messages.
• Missed Calls — Lists all missed calls.
• Ignored Calls — Lists all ignored calls.
• Call History — Lists all calls made and received.
• Message History — Lists voice messages.
Note: In cases where there is a Contact match for a Calls histor y entry, the name associated with the
number appears in the display instead of the nu mber.

All Calls History

You can review all of the up to 400 calls history entries (missed, ignored, outgoing, and incoming calls) for the time and date of a call, as well as other information.
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