Samsung Electronics Co SCH620 Dual Mode Cellular Phone (AMPS/CDMA) User Manual p1 43

Samsung Electronics Co Ltd Dual Mode Cellular Phone (AMPS/CDMA) p1 43

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Users Manual

Printed in KoreaCode No. : GG68-xxxxxAEnglish 7/99. Rev.1.0PORTABLE CELLULAR TELEPHONESCH-620Owner’s Manual
1ContentsGETTING STARTEDUnpacking .............................................................................................. 7Phone Layout ......................................................................................... 8Key Functions ...................................................................................... 9Display ................................................................................................. 10Icons ................................................................................................. 10Installing Battery ................................................................................... 11To Install the Battery ......................................................................... 11To Remove the Battery ...................................................................... 12Charging a Battery ................................................................................ 13Low Battery Indicator ........................................................................ 14Switching the Phone On/Off .................................................................. 15GENERAL FUNCTIONSMaking a Call ........................................................................................16Correcting the Number ...................................................................... 16Ending a Call ..................................................................................... 16Emergency Dialing ............................................................................ 17Prepend Dialing ................................................................................ 17Making a Call from the Phone Book .................................................. 18Voice Dialing ..................................................................................... 19Last Number Redial ...............................................................................20Answering a Call .................................................................................... 21Viewing Missed Calls .............................................................................. 22In-Call Options .......................................................................................23Call Waiting ...................................................................................... 23Three-Way Calling.............................................................................. 23Call Forwarding.................................................................................. 24Microphone Gain................................................................................ 24Adjusting the Volume..............................................................................24Quick Switching to Vibration Mode ......................................................... 25Recording Voice Memo ........................................................................... 25Table of Contents
2Contents 3ContentsUSINGTHE MENUSUsing the Scroll Keys .............................................................................26Using the Index System ......................................................................... 27Menu Map ............................................................................................. 28CALLSOutgoing (MENU 1-1) ..................................................................... 30Incoming (MENU 1-2) ..................................................................... 31Erase Logs (MENU 1-3) ................................................................... 32Air Time (MENU 1-4) ...................................................................... 32PHONE BOOKFind Name (MENU 2-1) ................................................................... 33My Phone Number (MENU 2-2) ....................................................... 34Add Entry (MENU 2-3) .................................................................... 34Storing Phone Numbers at Call End .....................................................34Entering a Name ................................................................................ 35Find Entry (MENU 2-4) .................................................................... 35SOUNDSRing (MENU 3-1) ............................................................................ 36Ring Volume ......................................................................................36Ring Type ........................................................................................... 36Ring Tone ........................................................................................... 37Key Volume (MENU 3-2) ................................................................. 37Alert (MENU 3-3) ............................................................................ 37Minute Beep ..................................................................................... 37Service Area ..................................................................................... 37Alarm (MENU 3-4) .......................................................................... 37Differential Ring (MENU 3-5) .......................................................... 38Power On/Off (MENU 3-6) .............................................................. 38Data/Fax (MENU 3-7) .................................................................... 38DISPLAYBacklight (MENU 4-1) ..................................................................... 39Greeting (MENU 4-2) ...................................................................... 39DISPLAY(Continued...)Version (MENU 4-3) ........................................................................ 39Language (MENU 4-4) .................................................................... 40VOICE MEMOReview (MENU 5-1) ........................................................................ 40Record (MENU 5-2) ......................................................................... 41Erase All (MENU 5-3) ...................................................................... 41VOICE DIALRecord (MENU 6-1) ......................................................................... 42Tips on Recording Name .....................................................................42Review/Erase (MENU 6-2) .............................................................. 43Erase All (MENU 6-3) ...................................................................... 44Set Active (MENU 6-4) .................................................................... 44SETUPAuto Retry (MENU 7-1) ................................................................... 45Auto Receive (MENU7-2) ................................................................. 45Auto Hyphen (MENU 7-3) ............................................................... 45Any Key Answer (MENU 7-4) ........................................................... 45Tone Length (MENU 7-5) ................................................................. 46Tone (MENU 7-6) ............................................................................ 46Set Time (MENU 7-7) ...................................................................... 46InData/Fax (MENU 7-8) ................................................................. 46SECURITYLock (MENU 0-1) ............................................................................ 47Restrict (MENU 0-2) ........................................................................ 48Lock Code (MENU 0-3) .................................................................... 48Emergency Number (MENU 0-4) ..................................................... 48Send PIN (MENU 0-5) ..................................................................... 49Clear Memory (MENU 0-6) .............................................................. 49NAM Mode (MENU 0-7) ................................................................... 50Block Own Number (MENU 0-8) ...................................................... 50Reset Phone (MENU 0-0) ................................................................. 50
4 Contents 5Safety PrecautionsSafety Precautions and Important NoticesRead these simple guidelines. Failure to comply with theseguidelines may be dangerous or illegal.For more detailed safety information, see Safety Informationon page 57.ROAD SAFETY COMES FIRSTDo not use a hand-held phone while driving; park the vehiclefirst.SWITCH OFF IN AIRCRAFTMobile phones can cause interference. Using them on aircraftis illegal.SWITCH OFF NEAR BLASTINGDo not use the phone where a blasting operation is inprogress. Observe restrictions, and follow any regulations orrules in force.SWITCH OFF WHEN REFUELLINGDo not use the phone at a refuelling point or near fuels orchemicals.INTERFERENCEAll mobile phone may be subject to radio interference, whichmay affect their performance.MESSAGESVoicemail( 1)...............................................................................51Page( 2)......................................................................................52Text( 3).......................................................................................53Alert( 4).......................................................................................53Erase All( 5).................................................................................53ACCESSORIESBatteries ...............................................................................................54Cigarette Lighter Adapter .......................................................................54Travel Charger .......................................................................................54Hands-Free Car Kit ................................................................................54Ear-Microphone .....................................................................................54RS-232C Cable .......................................................................................54USINGTHEBATTERIESPrecautions When Using Batteries ..........................................................55SAFETY INFORMATIONRoad Safety ..........................................................................................57Operating Environment ..........................................................................57Care and Maintenance ...........................................................................59Emergency Calls ....................................................................................60GLOSSARY OF TERMS ........................................................................61QUICK REFERENCE CARD...................................................................65
6Safety Precautions 7Getting StartedUnpackingYour package contains the following items.Desktop ChargerIn addition, you can obtain theaccessories for your phonefrom your local SAMSUNGdealer. For information on theaccessories, see page 54.HandsetBatteryUser’s ManualHand StrapGetting StartedQUALIFIED SERVICEOnly qualified service personnel must install or repair cellularequipment. Use only approved accessories and batteries.USE SENSIBLYUse only in the normal position (to ear).Avoid unnecessary contact with the antenna when the phoneis switched on.IMPORTANT! Use only accessories approved by the phonemanufacturer. This apparatus is intended for use when supplied with power from SAMSUNG approved Travel adapterand Desktop charger. The use of any other types will invali-date any approval or warranty applying to the phone, and maybe dangerous.When you disconnect the power cord of any accessory, graspand pull the plug, not the cord.
8Getting Started 9Getting StartedPhone LayoutThe following illustrations shows the main elements of yourphone.Key FunctionsEnters the menu facility. Also, scrolls through the menuoptions. In the menu facility, scrolls through the menu options. In the idle mode, displays Phone Book names.In the idle mode, enters RX Message menu. In the menu facility, selects a menu function or storesinformation that you have entered (such as a name inthe phone memory).Makes or answers call. In the idle mode, enters Outgoing call log.Deletes characters from the display.In the menufacility, returns to the previous menu level.Ends a call. Also switches the phone on and off whenpressed and held. In the menu facility, returns to theidle mode and cancels your input.Enters numbers, letters and some special characters.In the idle mode , enters Voice Dial mode when pressedand held. In name input mode, moves cursor to left.In the idle mode, quickly changes to Vibration modewhen pressed and held. In name input mode, movescursor to right.(On the side of the phone)Enters Voice Memo menu. Holding down the key startsrecording voice memo.Adjusts voice volume during conversation and key beepvolume in the idle mode. In the menu facility, scrollsthrough the menu options.AntennaLampEarphone jackStrap holeMemo keyVolume keysEarpieceDisplayAlphanumerickeysVibration modekeySee the oppositepageVoice Dial keyMicrophoneFlip Cover~
10 Getting Started 11Getting StartedDisplayThe display comprises two areas: an upper line of static icons,and the lower text and graphic area. The following icons dis-play at power-on:IconsShows the received signal strength. The greater thenumber of bars, the better the signal strength.Indicates that the phone is outside a service areaand cannot send or receive calls.Appears when you are out of your home area andhave registered with a different network (whentravelling in other countries, for example).Appears when a new message has been received.Indicates a Digital mode.Indicates a Vibrate mode.Shows the level of your battery. The more bars yousee, the more power you have left.IconsText andgraphic areaInstalling BatteryTo Install the Battery1. Hold the battery so that the metal contacts on the bottomof the battery line up with the metal contacts on the backof the phone.2. Place the battery on the back of the phone with the top pfthe battery about a quarter of an inch from the latch.3. Gently slide the battery toward the top of the phone untilsnaps into place.
13Getting Started12 Getting StartedTo Remove the BatteryIf you want to remove the battery, do as follows:1. If necessary, switch off the phone by holding down thekey until Bye Bye message is displayed.2. Push and hold down the catch above the battery on theback of the phone, and slide the battery down the phone.Then lift the battery away.Your phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery.A desk top charger is provided with your phone. Use onlyapproved batteries and chargers. Ask you local SAMSUNGdealer for further details.The phone can be used while the battery is charging.Note: You must fully charge the battery before using your phonefor the first time. A discharged battery is fully recharged inapproximately 180 minutes.1. Plug the power cord of the charger into a standard wall outlet. 2. Remove the battery from the phone and place it in the rearcompartment of the charger. The red lamp marked BATT onthe front of the charger lights up.
14 Getting Started 15Getting Started3. If you do not wish to use your phone while charging thebattery, you can leave the battery attached to the phone.Place the phone with the battery attached in the front com-partment of charger with the keypad facing forward. Thered lamp marked PHONE on the front of the charger lightsup.Low Battery IndicatorWhen the battery is weak and only a few minutes of talk timeremain, a clear battery icon (no bars displayed) flashes in theupper right corner of the screen. You will hear a warning tone.When the battery become too weak for the phone to operate,it switches off automatically.Switching the Phone On/Off1. Open the flip cover.2. Hold down key for more than one second to switchthe phone on.The red light flashes, an alert sounds:•When the system locates services, the greeting messagedisplays along with the date and time. You can nowplace and receive calls.•If the system cannot locate service, the greeting message displays without the date and time. In thiscase, you cannot place and receive calls. Power off thephone, then try again later when service is available.•If your phone is locked, ‘-Locked-’ displays. Presskey, and enter the four-digit lock code to unlock the phone.3. When you wish to switch the phone off, hold down the key for more than two seconds.[ M O N ]S A M S U N G0 6 / 2 1 1: 45A
16 General Functions 17General FunctionsMaking a CallWhen the idle screen is displayed, key in the area code andphone number and press key.Note: If you have set Auto Retry option (7-1) to On (see page 45)and the call does not connect, the phone automatically retries to make the call. Correcting the NumberTo clear... ThenThe last digit displayed Press the key.The whole display Hold down the key formore than one seconde.Ending a CallWhen you have finished you call, briefly press the keyor close the flip.Emergency DialingYou can place calls to 100 or one of the three emergency numbers that are in your emergency number list even if yourphone is locked. For further information on emergency numberlist, refer to page 48.Prepend DialingThe Prepend option enables you to add up to three digits,such as area codes and network feature activation codes, to aphone number of up to 10 digits. You can prepend an existingentry in the Phone Book or Call Logs before dialing.To prepend existing phone numbers in the Phone Book or CallLogs:1. Access the phone number entry.2. When the desired phone number displays, press keyto access Options.3. Press key to select Prepend option.4. Enter the area code or feature code.5. Press key to dial the number.General Functions
18 General Functions 19General FunctionsMaking a Call from the Phone BookYou can store the phone numbers called regularly in memory,called the Phone Book. You then simply recall the number todial. For further information on Phone Book, refer to page 33.FINDING ENTRIES BY NAME, THEN DIAL1. Press key in the idle mode. The screen shows the names stored in the Phone Book inthe alphabetical order.2. Use key to find the desired name. You can also enterthe first letter of the name by pressing the associated alphanumeric key.3. Press key to dial the stored number with the name.ONE-TOUCH DIALING BY MEMORY LOCATIONMemory locations 01 through 09 are special one-touch locations. You can dial the phone numbers stored in the PhoneBook memory from 01 through 09 simply by pressing one button.1. Press and hold the second digit of the memory location containing the number to be dialed.For example: Location no. 09Press and hold.The number (and name) stored is displayed, then dialed.Voice Dialing1. To place the call, press and hold key, or open theflip, depending on the Set Active option (see page 44).2. At the voice prompt, say the name into the phone. •If the phone recognizes the name, the phone attempts aconnection. •If the phone does not recognize the name, the screenprompts for the name again.•If the phone is unable to recognize the name after twoattempts, the message Cannot Recognize Name.Please check name displays. Try the call again later, orcheck the recorded name.TWO-TOUCH DIALING BY MEMORY LOCATIONOnce you have stored phone numbers in the phone book memory, you can dial them easily whenever you want.1. Press the first digit briefly, then hold down the second digitof the memory cell.For example: Location no. 23Press briefly and hold down .The number (and name) stored is displayed, then dialed.
21General Functions20 General FunctionsThe phone stores the last 10 numbers dialled. To recall any ofthese numbers, proceeds follows.1. If there are any characters on the display, clear the displayby holding down the key for more than one second.2. Press key. The list of outgoing calls are displayed.3. Use the key (or or key on the left side of thephone) to scroll through the numbers until you select therequired number.4. Press key to dial the number displayed.Last Number RedialWhen somebody calls you, the phone rings and CALL in themiddle of the screen is displayed.If the caller can be identified, the caller’s phone number (orname if stored in your Phone Book) is displayed. If the callercannot be identified, only the CALL message appears.1. To answer a call, open the flip cover. If the flip is alreadyopen, press key.If the Any key Ans menu option (7-4) is set to On, you canpress any key to answer a call except for key.2. End the call by closing the flip cover or pressing key.Note: You can answer a call while using the phone book ormenu features.Answering a CallCALL
23General Functions22 General FunctionsViewing Missed CallsIf you are unable to answer a call for any reason, you can findout who was calling you, if this service is available. In thisway, you can call the person back, if necessary.The number of missed calls is displayed on the idle screenimmediately after the call was missed.To view the missed call, refer to ‘Incoming’ (1-2) under‘Calls’ on page 31.In-Call OptionsCall WaitingThis feature enables you to receive a second call during conversation. When a Call Waiting call comes, the incomingcall alert sounds, when set, and a text notification displays.Contact you service provider to activate Call Waiting call.To answer a Call Waiting call:1. To answer the call, Press key. The phone connects thecalling party, and places the current party on hold.2. Press key again to switch between two parties.Three-Way CallingThis feature enables you to conduct conference calls with twoseparate parties at the same time. You are billed airtime foreach outgoing call separately.Contact your service provider to activate Three-Way Calling.To place a Three-Way call:1. During conversation, press key, enter the phonenumber for the third party, and then press key again.The phone places the other party on hold.2. When the third party answers, press key again, toconnect with the original party.Missed 00106/21 1:45P
24 General Functions 25General FunctionsDuring a call, if you want to adjust the earpiece volume, usethe volume keys on the left side of the phone. Press keyto increase and key to decrease the volume.In the idle mode, you can adjust the key tone volume usingthe same keys.Adjusting the VolumePress the keys to adjustthe volume.Quick Switching to Vibration ModeYou can quickly switch your phone to Vibration mode with atouch of key. Press and hold the key until the iconand -Vibrate- appears in the display. Your phone goes to thevibration mode immediately.Press and hold key again to resume the phone’s alerttype which was previously set through the Ring menu underSOUND menu; see page 36 for further details. This feature is convenient when you are in a hurry to mute thephone’s ringer in a theater for example.You can access VOICE MEMO menu by pressing key onthe left side of the phone in the idle mode.If you want to record voice memo, press and hold the key.Your phone records voice up to 60 seconds while the key ispressed and held.For more information on VOICE MEMO menu, refer to page 40.Recording Voice MemoPress the key whenyou record a memo.Call ForwardingThis feature provides the option of forwarding incoming callsto another phone number, even while your phone is off.Activating Call Forwarding does not affect outgoing callsmade from this phone. Contact your service provider to activate Call Forwarding.Microphone GainDuring a call, when the remote party cannot hear you clearly,adjust your microphone gain. Press the key, key,then adjust the gain with or key (or or keyon the phone) until the remote party obtains an improvedsound quality.
26 Using the Menus 27Using the MenusUsing the Scroll KeysThe following keys are used to set menu option by scrollingthen selecting an option.Key PurposeEnters the menu structure.In the idle mode, moves to the next menuin the main menu level and moves to thenext screen in the sub-menu levels.In the menu mode, moves to the nextmenu or option.You can also use the or key on theleft side of the phone to move to the nextor previous option.Access the menu displayed or thehighlighted option.A three-level menu structure is available to set the variousoptions available on your phone. You can set the menuoptions in two different ways.Using the MenusExample: Connecting the Record option in VOICE DIAL menu1. Press key to access the main menu.2. Press or key repeatedly until VOICE DIAL isdisplayed, then press key. The VOICE DIAL menusare displayed.3. Press key to select Record highlighted. You areconnected to Record option.Using the Index SystemEach menu option is assigned a hierarchical number. You canuse this number to access the corresponding option directly.Simply press and key in the required number.Example: Connecting the Record option in VOICE DIAL menu.1. Press key to access the main menu.2. Press key to access VOICE DIAL menu. The VOICEDIAL menus are displayed.3. Press key to select Record. You are automaticallyconnected to Record option.The numbers assigned to each option are indicated on the following menu map.
Main Menu Menu Level 1 Menu Level 2 1. CALLS 1: Outgoing2: Incoming3: Erase Logs 1: Outgoing2: Incoming3: All4: Air Time 1: Last Call2: Total3: Erase ToTal2. PHONE BOOK 1: Find Name2: My Phone # 3: Add Entry4: Find Entry 1: Talk2: Edit3: Prepend4: Erase3. SOUNDS 1: Ring 1: Ring Vol2: Ring Type3: Ring Tone2: Key Vol3: Alert 1: MinuteBeep2: SVC Area4: Alarm 1: Set 2: Release5: Diff. Ring6: Power On/Off7: Data/Fax4. DISPLAY 1: Backlight2: Greeting3: Version4: Language 29Using the Menus28 Using the MenusMenu Map Main Menu Menu Level 1 Menu Level 2 5. VOICE MEMO 1: Review 1: Replay2: Erase3: Next Memo2: Record3: Erase All6. VOICE DIAL 1: Record2: REv/Erase3: Erase All4: Set Active 7. SETUP 1: Auto Retry2: Auto Recv3: AutoHyphen4: Anykey Ans5: ToneLength6: Tone7: Set Time8. InData/FAx0. SECURITY 1: Lock2: Restrict 1: Phone Book2: Incoming3: Outgoing3: Lock Code4: Emergency # 5: Send PIN6: Clr Memory7: NAM Mode 1: Manual NAM2: Auto NAM8: Block Own #0: ResetPhone
30 Calls 31CallsOutgoingThe phone stores up to nine outgoing calls you dialed. Whenyou access this menu, the list of outgoing calls are displayed.To... Press... Select an entry keyDial the selected entry keyView the date and time keyat which the call was dialedand use option featuresWhen you press key, you can view the date/time stampfor the selected entry. If there is a Phone Book match, thename displays.Press key to access Options. The following options areavailable:Talk: dials the selected number.Show Entry (or Store if the phone number is not currentlystored in the Phone Book): shows Phone Bookentry or stores the number in the Phone Book.Prepend:allows to add an area code or feature code to thenumber before calling or saving the number.You can use the CALLS menu to:• View and dial the last outgoing or incoming numbers. •Erase the numbers in the CallLog memory• View the duration of calls.CallsMENU 1-1IncomingThis option lets you view the last 9 calls received. When youaccess this menu, the last of incoming calls are displayed.To... Press... Select entry keyDial the selected entry keyView the date and time keyat which the call was receivedand use option featuresWhen you press key, you can view the date/timestamp for the selected entry. If there is a Phone Book match,the name displays.Press key to access Options. The following options areavailable:Talk: dials the selected number.Show Entry (or Store if the phone number is not currentlystored in the Phone Book): shows Phone Bookentry or stores the number in the Phone Book.Prepend:allows to add an area code or feature code to thenumber before calling or saving the number.MENU 1-2
32 Calls 33Phone BookFind NameThe Phone book allows you to store frequently used phonenumbers and the associated names in your personal directory tomake it easy for you to make a call without having to rememberor enter the phone number. You can store up to 79 numbers.Phone BookAir TimeUsing this option, you can view the call time of the last call,as well as total air time for all calls since you last resetthetimer.Last Call: length of the last callTotal Call: total length of all calls made since the timer waslast reset.EraseTotal: resets the call timers.Erase LogsYou can erase the numbers stored in the Call Log memory.Outgoing: The numbers you called are erased. Incoming: The numbers you received are erased.All: All calls you dialled and received are erased.MENU 1-3MENU 2-1MENU 1-4This option displays the stored names in the Phone Book inalphabetical list.Press key to scroll to the desired name. You can alsoenter the first letter of the name by pressing the associatedalphanumeric key. Using this method, the phone searches forthe names in the list beginning with that letter, and then displays the first name in that section of the list. If desired,you can also enter the second letter in the name by pressingthe associated alphanumeric key.When the desired entry displays, press key to place acall. If you press key, you can access the followingoptions:Talk: dials the number.Edit: allows you to edit phone number, name, or entrynumber. Secret option prevents the number from beingdisplayed in the screen.Prepend: prepends the number to add an area code or feature code to the number before dialing.Erase: erases the number.Note: You can locate Phone Book entries quickly when the phoneis in the idle mode. Press key to access Find Namemenu in one step and then press key to scanentries.
35Phone Book34 Phone BookMy Phone NumberYou can check your own phone number. If you have more than oneown phone number, press key to check the next number.Note:You can block this feature by setting Block Own Numberoption to ON. Refer to page 50.MENU 2-2Add EntryUsing this option, you can store a phone number with a namein your Phone Book. Enter the phone number and press key. The first available location displays. To accept the displayed location, press key. To selectanother location, press key to scroll to the desired location or enter the location number using number keys, thenpress key.To include a name with the phone number entry, enter thedesired name, then press key. For information on howto enter a name, see page 35.Storing Phone Numbers at Call EndTo store a phone number following conversation:1. Press key to end the call. The call time and thephone number display.2. To store the phone number, press key. The firstavailable location displays.3. To finish this process, follow above mentioned instructions.MENU 2-3Find EntryThis option allows you to find an entry by location number.Enter the location by pressing the number keys or press key to scroll to the desired location, then press key todisplay the selected entry.When the desired entry displays, press key to place acall.If you press key, you can access Options. For details onOptions, refer to Find Name menu on page 33.MENU 2-4Entering a Name1. Press the key labeled with required letter.Since each key has three or more letters, press the keyrepeatedly the desired letter appears in the display.2. Select the other letters in the same way.Note: The cursor moves to the right when you press a differentkey. When entering the same letter twice (or a differentletter on the same key), just wait for a second for thecursor to move right automatically, and then select thenext letter. You can also move the cursor by usingand keys. To delete letters, press key.
37Sounds36 SoundsRingRing VolumeThis option allows you to adjust the ringing volume to one ofnine levels. You can also turn the ringer off. Use the orkey on the left side of the phone. The greater the number ofbars, the greater the volume. You will also hear a sampletone.Note: During an incoming call, you can mute the ringer by press-ing key.Ring TypeThis option allows you to indicate how you are to be informedof any incoming calls. The following options are available. Bell: The phone rings using the ring tone selected via themenu option.Lamp: Only the backlight is switched on; the phone neitherrings nor vibrates.Vibrator: The phone vibrates but does not ring.Vib + Bell: The phone both rings and vibrates.You can use the Sounds feature to customize various soundsettings, such as the:• Ring volume, type, and tone• Alert soundsSoundsMENU 3-1Ring ToneThis option allows you to select the required ringing tone. Youcan choose between 20 different tones or melodies. Each timeyou select a tone, it is played for a few seconds.Key VolumeThis option allows you to adjust the tone volume that the keypad generates when you press a key. You can also use or key on the left side of the phone to adjust key volume in the idle mode.MENU 3-2AlertMinute BeepWith this menu option set to ON, the phone beeps everyminute during an outgoing call to keep you informed of thelength of your call. Service AreaWith this menu option set to ON, the phone beeps when youare out of service area or when you return to a service area. MENU 3-3AlarmThe option allows you to set the alarm to ring at a specifictime.The following options are available.Daily: the alarm rings every day at the same time.One Time: the alarm rings only once and is then deactivated.MENU 3-4
39Display38 SoundsDifferential RingThis option allows you to activate a unique ring to signal anincoming call by a stored caller number.You can specify up to 5 callers and select a unique ring typefor each caller from 20 different tones and melodies.MENU 3-5Power On/OffWith this menu set to ON, the phone rings a tone each timethe phone is switched on or off.MENU 3-6Data/FaxThis option allows you to be alerted with a distinct ringingtone when you are faxed or received a data through thephone. You can choose between 20 different tones ormelodies. Each time you select a tone, it is played for a fewseconds.MENU 3-7BacklightYou can select whether or not the phone uses the LCD backlight. The following options are available.8 SECONDS: The backlight comes on when you press a keyor receive a call and switches off 8 secondsafter the last key is pressed.OFF: The backlight is not used.Greeting This option allows you to set a greeting message to be displayed in the idle mode. It is preset to SAMSUNG.You can change the greeting message according to your ownpreference.Enter your personal greeting up to 12 digits by using thealphanumeric keys. For more information on entering a name,refer to page 35.DisplayMENU 4-1MENU 4-2To set the alarm, proceed as follows.1. Select Set.2. Choose the alarm frequency option.3. Enter the required time.4. Press key.To stop the alarm when it rings, simply open the flip cover orpress the key.To deactivate the alarm, select Release.VersionThis option allows you to view the software version of yourphone. LanguageYou can select a display language on your phone.MENU 4-3MENU 4-4
Voice MemoVoice Memo 4140ReviewThis option allows you to play back all memos recorded, starting with the most recent memo. The screen displays thelabel if you have entered. If not, the screen displays the dateand time when the memo was recorded.While the memos are playing, the following options areavailable.Replay: plays the current memo once again.Erase: erases the memo currently being played.Next Memo: skips to the next memo.You can use the Voice Memo feature to:• Record up to 10 voice memos• Play the recorded voice memos• Erase one or all voice memosVoice MemoMENU 5-1RecordThis option allows you to record a memo. You can record upto 10 different memos. Press and hold key on the left side of the phone. Whileyou hold down the key, you can record a memo for a maximum of 60 seconds.To stop recording, just release the key. The following optionsdisplay.Add Label:allows you to add a label for the memo you havejust recorded. Enter a proper name up to 12 digitsusing the number keypad. If you do not add label,the recorded date and time will be used to identify the memo.Continue: allows you to continue recording the memo.Erase:allows you to erase the memo you have just recorded.Erase AllThis option allows you to erase all the memos. Presskey when you are asked to confirm.MENU 5-2MENU 5-3
Voice DialVoice Dial 4342RecordThis option allows you to register numbers for subsequentvoice dialing. The phone provides voice prompts and screendisplays to guide you through the recording process.Respond to the prompt by saying the name you want to save.The phone stores the name as a first sample, and thenprompts for the name again.Respond to the prompt by repeating the name after the beep.The phone stores the name as a second sample, and thenrequests the phone number.Enter the phone number by pressing the digit keys.To store the phone number, press key. The name (ifmatched up to Phone Book) and number display, along withthe notification Recorded.Tips on Recording Name• Avoid recording similar names phonetically. If you record asimilar name to the one already in memory, the phonerequests another name.You can call up to 20 stored entries by speaking the name intothe microphone. Before using the Voice Dialing feature, youmust record the name in your phone.Voice DialMENU 6-1• Speak clearly and natural.•The person who will use the phone should record the name.The phone does not recognize the name if the voice soundsdifferently.• Avoid too long or too short name. It is recommended to con-tain 2 to 5 syllables.• Voice dial feature is available only in CDMA mode. •If this feature does not work properly, erase the name, andrecord with another name.•It is recommended to practice several times to obtain bestresult.• You can record up to 20 names. If you record more than 20,the phone announces ’Memory is full’.Review/Erase This option allows you to check or erase an individual voicedial entry. A list of entries displays.Press the digit key to select the desired entry, or press thekey to scan entries When you select the desired entry, the recorded name playsaudibly.If you want to erase the selected entry, press keywhile the name is playing.MENU 6-2
45Setup44 Voice DialErase AllThis option allows you to delete all voice dialing entries.Press key, when you asked to confirm. Otherwise, pressor key to exit the function without deleting thevoice dialing entries.MENU 6-3Set ActiveVoice Dialing is always active once you have recorded a nameand have entered the associated phone number. To place acall using Voice Dialing, simply press and hold key inthe idle mode and then say the name into the phone after youhear the prompt.You can also initiate a Voice Dialing call just by opening theflip, when you select this option.[ ] only: Enables Voice Dialing only by pressing and holdingkey.[ ]/Flip: Enables Voice Dialing by pressing and holdingkey or by opening the flip.MENU 6-4Auto RetryWith this menu option set to ON, when you place a call andthe call does not connect, your phone continues to place thecall to the entered phone number.Many different features of your phone can be customized tosuit your preferences.SetupMENU 7-1Auto ReceiveWith this menu option set to ON, the phone automaticallyanswers calls. When a call comes in, your phone will answer the call automatically after 2 rings. The feature does not work if youhave chosen Vibrate or Off as your ring volume.MENU 7-2Auto HyphenWith this menu option set to ON, your phone automaticallyhyphenates numbers as follows: 012-345-6789. Digits following a pause are not hyphenated.MENU 7-3Any Key AnswerWith this menu option set to ON, you can answer an incom-ing call by pressing any key except key.MENU 7-4
47Security46 SetupTone LengthSome phones you call can recognize only longer tones. Youmay have to change the length to LONG for some calls.When calling a paging system, your phone should be in theSHORT mode.MENU 7-5ToneRelease Tone: You can set your phone to sound the releasetone when a call is released or dropped.Connect Tone: You can set your phone to sound the connecttone when your call is connected to the sys-tem.MENU 7-6Set TimeThe option enables you to set the current date and time. Enterthe time and date. The current time, if set, displays. The month, day, hour andminute must be entered with 2 digits. The year requires allfour digits. If you do not input the time or you input the wrongtime, Invalid Time displays.MENU 7-7InData/FaxTo send or receive data or fax through the phone, you have toset this option to Data or Fax. When you want to use thephone for a normal voice call, set to Voice Call.The following options are available:Voice Call: receives a call.Data: receives or sends data.Fax: receives or sends fax.MENU 7-8LockLocking the phone restricts outgoing calls to emergency num-bers. The following options are available:OFF: the phone remains unlocked.NOW: the phone locks immediatelyON POWER-UP:the phone locks automatically at the nextpower-up.To place an emergency call on Lock mode:• To call an emergency number, enter the number and thenpress key.• To place normal outgoing calls, press key to displaythe Lock Code screen, and then enter the lock code. Whenthe Standby screen displays, enter the phone number, andthen press key.Your phone provides many security options, including a user-programmable lock code, and call restriction features. To access the security menu, you must enter a four-digit lockcode.SecurityMENU 0-1
48 Security 49SecurityLock CodeThis feature allows you to change your current lock code to anew one. The lock code is preset to 0000 at factory.Enter a new, four-digit lock code.Restrict This feature allows you to restrict your calls. Call Restrictioncan be set up in the following ways.Phone Book: the phone restricts the use of the Phone Book.Incoming Call: calls cannot be received.Outgoing Call: calls cannot be made.Each option can be restricted or unrestricted individually.MENU 0-3MENU 0-2Emergency NumberThis feature allows you to call to emergency numbers whenthe phone is locked or when the outgoing call is restricted.This menu provides the option of storing three emergencynumbers. Select a location and enter the desired number.To dial emergency numbers in Lock mode; enter the emergency number, then press key.MENU 0-4Clear MemoryThis menu option allows you to erase all numbers in thePhone Book memory.Send PINThis feature prevents the phone from being used by unauthorized persons. The feature is only available when ifyour system supplier provides this service and you have a PINassigned by the system supplier.These options are available:Never: The option is not activatedPrompt:When you make a call, you are asked to send PIN.For information in this service in detail, contact your serviceprovider.MENU 0-6MENU 0-5
50 Security 51MessagesBlock Own NumberThis feature allows you to block your own number display, andothers cannot view your phone number. If you turn this featureon, the message Blocked for phone number displays whenthe My phone # feature is accessed.MENU 0-8NAM ModeThe NAM (Number Assignment Module) enables you to subscribe to one or more service networks.The following options are available:Manual NAM: You set the phone to the network you want touse. You can select a NAM from a maximumof 4 NAMs. If you select a new network manually, the phone shows the greeting message and sounds the starting beep, andthen returns to the Standby mode. For details,contact your service provider.Auto NAM:The phone selects the networks automaticallybased on system information for the area you arein. MENU 0-7Reset PhoneWith this menu option, you can easily reset your phone to itsdefault configuration. Also, all phone memories are cleared.MENU 0-0Voicemail The screen displays Voicemail, the time, date and the number of new, unread messages.Press key to access the following options.Listen: You can listen to the voicemail. Reset: You can reset the counter for voicemail messages, ifdesired. (The system resets the counter automaticallyafter you listen to all new messages.)Your phone receives voicemail notification, text messages,and pages. And your phone transmits text messages andpages if your system supplier provides this service. When thephone receives a message, an alert sounds, and a text notifi-cation displays. The icon remains on the screen until youread the pending text messages or until you listen to thevoicemail notification messagesYour phone can store up to 20 pages and text messages,depending on the length of the message. If the messagememory is full, an error message is displayed and you cannotreceive any new messages. Delete obsolete messages.Messages 1
52 Messages 53MessagesAn indexed list of page messages displays. An exclamationpoint next to an entry indicates an urgent message. A checkmark next to an entry indicates that you have read and storedthe message.Select the desired message to review, then press key.After reviewing the message, press key to access thefollowing options.Talk: To call the phone number.Save: To store the phone number in your Phone Book.Next: To review the next message.Previous: To review the previous message.Page 2AlertThe phone alerts you when a message is received. You canchoose how frequently this happens. The three options are :EVERY 2 MIN,OFF,ONCE.4Erase AllThis menu option allows you to erase all stored messages.5TextAn indexed list of text messages displays. An exclamationpoint next to an entry indicates an urgent message. A checkmark next to an entry indicates that you have read and storedthe message. Select the desired message to review, then press key.After reviewing the message, press key to access thefollowing options.Talk: To call the phone number.Save: To store the phone number in your Phone Book.Next: To review the next message.Previous: To review the previous message.3
55Using the Batteries54 AccessoriesYour phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion 1000 mAhstandard battery.The following batteries are also available (ask your SAMSUNG dealer for further details):– SLIM Battery (674 mAh)– STANDARDBattery (1000 mAh)– EXTENDED Battery (1600 mAh)Precautions When Using Batteries•Never use any charger or battery that is damaged in anyway.•Use the battery only for its intended purpose.•If you use the phone near the network’s base station, ituses less power; talk and standby times are greatly affect-ed by the signal strength on the cellular network and theparameters set by the network operator.•Battery charging times depend on the remaining batterycharge and the type of battery and charger used. The bat-tery can be charged and discharged hundreds of times, butit will gradually wear out. When the operation time (talktime and standby time) is noticeably shorter than normal, itis time to buy a new battery.•If left unused, a fully charged battery will discharge itselfover time.Using the BatteriesBatteries Three types of Li-ion batteries are available for use with yourphone:• SLIM Battery• STANDARD Battery• EXTENDED BatteryCigarette Lighter Adapter The Cigarette Lighter Adapter charges your phone in a vehiclewhile you drive and enables you to operate the phone from avehicle cigarette lighter socket.Travel Charger The Travel Charger plugs into a wall outlet and enables you tocharge a single battery at your home or office or while traveling.Hands-Free Car KitThe Hands-Free Car Kit provides safety, freedom and conve-nience in your vehicle. (Kit includes Cradle and Microphone.)Ear-MicrophoneThe Ear-Microphone includes both the earpiece and microphonein a convenient, lightweight unit.RS-232C CableThe RS-232C Cable connects your SCH-611 to your computerport, allowing you to use Internet or other communication programs.Accessories
Road Safety• Remember, road safety always comes first!•Do not use a hand-held phone while driving a vehicle.Always park the vehicle before having a conversation.•Make sure that the phone is stored safely and will not fallor be broken in the event of a collision or emergency stop.•The use of an alert device to operate a vehicle’s lights orhorn on public roads is not permitted.•Only qualified personnel should install or service the phonein a vehicle. Faulty installation or service may be danger-ous and may invalidate any warranty applicable to the unit.•Electronic fuel injection, anti-skid braking, electronic cruisecontrol or any other electronic systems may malfunctiondue to the lack of protection from radio signals. Check regularly that all cellular phone equipment in your vehicleis mounted and operating correctly.Operating Environment•Remember to follow any special regulations in force in anyarea and always switch off your phone whenever it is for-bidden to use it, or when it may cause interference or dan-ger (in a hospital for example).Safety Information•Use only Samsung-approved batteries and recharge yourbattery only with Samsung-approved chargers. When acharger is not in use, disconnect it from the power source.Do not leave the battery connected to a charger for morethan a week, since overcharging may shorten its life.•Extreme temperatures will affect the charging capacity ofyour battery: it may require cooling or warming first.•Do not leave the battery in hot or cold places, such as in acar in summer or winter conditions, as you will reduce thecapacity and life-time of the battery. Always try to keepthe battery at room temperature. A phone with a hot orcold battery may temporarily not work, even when the bat-tery is fully charged. Li-ion batteries are particularlyaffected by temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F).•Do not short-circuit the battery. Accidental short circuitingcan occur when a metallic object (coin, clip or pen) causesa direct connection between the + and - terminals of thebattery (metal strips on the back of the battery), for exam-ple when you carry a spare battery in a pocket or bag.Short-circuiting the terminals may damage the battery orthe object causing the short-circuit.•Dispose of used batteries in accordance with local regula-tions. Always recycle. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.57Safety Information56 Using the Batteries
59Safety Information58 Safety InformationCare and MaintenanceYour phone is a product of superior design and craftsmanshipand should be treated with care. The suggestions below willhelp you fulfill the warranty obligations and enjoy this productfor many years.•Keep the phone and all its parts and accessories out of thereach of small children.• Keep the phone dry. Precipitation, humidity and liquids con-taining minerals will corrode the electronic circuits.•Do not use or store the phone in dusty, dirty areas as itscomponents may be damaged.•Do not store the phone in hot areas. High temperatures canshorten the life of electronic devices, damage batteries andwarp or melt certain plastics.•Do not store the phone in cold areas. When the phonewarms up (to its normal temperature), moisture can forminside the phone, which may damage the electronic cir-cuits.•Do not attempt to open the phone. Non-expert handling ofthe phone may damage it.•Do not drop or knock the phone. Rough handling may damage the internal circuits.•Operation of any radio transmitting equipment, includingcellular phones, may interfere with inadequately protectedmedical devices. Consult a physician or the manufacturerof the medical device if you have any questions. Otherelectronic equipment may also be subject to interference.•As with other mobile radio transmitting equipment, you areadvised that for satisfactory operations and personal safety, the equipment should only be used in the normaloperating position.•Always switch off the phone when at a refuelling point(service station). You are reminded of the need to observerestrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots(fuel storage and distribution areas), chemical plants orwhere blasting operations are in progress.•Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases or explosivematerials in the same compartment as the phone, its partsor accessories.•Switch off your cellular phone when in an aircraft. The useof cellular phones in an aircraft is illegal and may be dangerous to the operation of the aircraft or disrupt thecellular network. Failure to observe these instructions maylead to the suspension or denial of cellular telephone ser-vices to the offender, legal action or both.
61Glossary of Terms60 Safety InformationAirtime -Actual time spent talking on the wireless phone.Most carriers bill customers based on how manyminutes of airtime they use each month.Antenna -A device for transmitting or receiving signals. Thesize and shape of antennas is determined, in part,by the frequency of the signal they receive.Wireless phones and the base station must haveantennas.Base Station - The fixed radio transmitter/receiver that main-tains communications with mobile radio tele-phones within a given area. (Typically seen ascell or cell site)CDMA -(Code Division Multiple Access) A spread-spectrumapproach to digital transmission. With CDMA, eachconversion is digitized and then tagged with a code.The mobile phone deciphers only a particular code topick the right conversation off the air. The transmit-ted signal is just above noise level across the avail-able bandwidth.Channel - Communications signals transmit along pathscalled channels.Codec - Compression & Decompression.Deactivation -The process of rendering a wireless phoneinactive. DTMF - (Dual-tone Modulated Frequency ) You send DTMFsignals when you enter numbers by pressing the digitkeys.Glossary of Terms•Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or strongdetergents to clean the phone. Wipe it with a soft clothslightly dampened in mild, soapy water.•If the phone or any of its accessories are not working properly, take them to your nearest qualified service centre.The personnel there will assist you, and if necessary,arrange for the phone to be repaired.Emergency CallsImportant!This phone, like any cellular phone, uses radiosignals, cellular and landline networks, as wellas user-programmed functions that cannotguarantee connection in all conditions.Therefore, you should never rely solely on anycellular phone for essential communications(medical emergencies for example).Remember, to make or receive any calls, the phone must beswitched on and in a service area with adequate cellular signal strength.Emergency calls may not be possible on all cellular phone networks or when certain network services and/or phone features are in use. Check with local cellular serviceproviders.
63Glossary of Terms62 Glossary of TermsEVRC -(Enhanced Variable Rate Codec) EVRC is a new globalstandard for compressing and decompressing voicesignals. EVRC uses a lower bit rate (the number of bitssent per second) than existing CDMA vocoders, whileproviding significant improvements in voice quality.This technology enables your phone to provide superbvoice quality while benefiting from the ability toprocess more cellular voice calls using less bandwidththan the voice codecs in CDMA networks today.Frequency -A measure based on time, as one or more wavesper second, in an electrical or light wave infor-mation signal. A signal’s frequency is stated incycles-per-second or Hertz (Hz).Hands-Free -A feature that permits a driver to use a wire-less phone without lifting or holding the handset - an important safety feature for automobiles, tractors and most other motorizedvehicles.LCD -(Liquid Crystal Display) Commonly used to refer to thescreen display on the wireless phone.LED -(Light Emitting Diode) Commonly used to refer to asmall light on the wireless phone or on the DesktopCharger. The LED lights on the phone to indicate anincoming call. The lights on the charger to indicate thatbattery charging is taking place.Prepend -The addition of a prefix, such as an area code, to aphone number.RF - Radio FrequencyRoaming -The ability to use a wireless phone to make andreceive calls in places outside of the home servicearea.Service Charge -The amount paid each month to receivewireless service.Standby Time -The amount of time a fully charged wirelessportable or transportable phone can be onand idle without being in use. (See Talk Time)Talk Time -The length of time a person can talk on aportable or transportable wireless phone withoutrecharging the battery.Vocoder - Voice Coder. A device used to convert speech intodigital signals.Voicemail -A computerized answering service that answersa call, plays a greeting and records a message.Depending on the sophistication of the service, itcan notify the subscriber, via a pager, of anincoming call or message. (Also called voicemessaging)Wireless -Radio-based Systems that allow transmission oftelephone or data signals through the air withouta physical connection, such as a metal wire(copper) or fiber optic cable.

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