SCH-a890 SeriesAll DigitalMobile PhoneUser GuidePlease read this guide before operating yourphone, and keep it for future reference.XK19.07_MG_a890_12
2 SCH-a890 open viewRight Soft KeyClear KeyEnd KeyEarpiece Camera Hot KeyLeft Soft KeyVolume KeyNavigationKeyVoice SignalMicrophonePower/AccessoryConn
92 4. After choosing the category you want, select a content provider and press . Choose a sub category, if applicable.5. Use the navigation key to h
Multimedia 936. Select Yes and press to view the video. The video clip is saved to Video On Demand in the Media Gallery.Not all video content avail
94 4. Use the navigation key to highlight the video you want to delete, then press the left soft key ( ) Option.5. Use the navigation key to highlight
Multimedia 951. In standby mode, press and release the camera hot key ( ) on the right side of the phone. The Camera is activated.2. Point the camera
96 Saving pictures1. After taking a picture, press the left soft key ( ) Save. You can save to the Default Album, Photo ID or an album you create your
Multimedia 974. To resume recording, press the left soft key ( ) Resume. 5. When you are finished recording, press the left soft key () Save to save t
98 5. Use the navigation key to highlight the option of your choice.6. Press to perform the highlighted option’s function or to enter its sub menu.O
Multimedia 993. Use the up/down keys to highlight a sub menu or item. Press to enter the sub menu.View the media gallery in thumbnails1. In standby
100 6. Use the navigation key to highlight the option of your choice.Image retouchOnce you’ve saved a picture to the photo gallery, you can open and e
Multimedia 1011. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( ) Menu.2. Press (Multimedia), (Media Gallery). (Photo Gallery).3. Highlight the folder
Quick reference 3Quick reference1) PHONEBOOK 1) Find2) New3) Group4) My Name Card5) Send V-card6) My Phone #7) Memory Info8) Delete All2) RECE
102 The following options display.1280x960640x480320x240160x120Photo ID3.Use the navigation key to highlight the desired image size and press . Your
Multimedia 1031. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( ) Menu.2. Press (Multimedia), (Camera), (Camera Settings), (Flash).3. Use the navigati
104 Ready soundChoose from four different sounds that let people in your picture know that they should ready their pose for the camera.1. In standby m
Multimedia 1054. Once your choice is highlighted, press . You’re returned to the Camera Settings sub menu.Auto nameIf you select On for the Auto Name
106 SettingsThe Settings menu allows you to configure your display, sounds, network preferences, security options, and more.ProfileProfiles define pro
Settings 107These menus appear in the display.5. Use the navigation key to highlight the menu you want to edit, then press .6. Use the navigation key
108 DisplayThe Display sub menu affects the menu style, standby mode animation, backlight settings, and more.1. In standby mode, press the left soft k
Settings 109LanguageChange the display language from English to Español or vice versa using the Language sub menu.1. In standby mode, press the left s
110 4. Highlight Default Animations to select one of the preloaded animations provided with your phone, or highlight Video Gallery to select a stored
Settings 111BannerBanner allows you to create your own personalized greeting that appears in the display while your phone is in standby mode.1. In sta
4 Quick reference (cont.)Turn your phone on and offPress and hold .Enter/Exit Silent ModeIn standby mode, press and hold . To exit, press and hold
112 3. Use the navigation key to highlight a menu.4. Press to display the menu’s options and change the settings as desired.Service LEDUse the Servi
Settings 113Auto hyphenAuto Hyphen automatically hyphenates phone numbers as they are entered. For example: 580-437-0000.1. In standby mode, press the
114 Lock phoneLock Phone restricts the use of your phone with the exception of outgoing calls to 911 and the three user-programmed emergency numbers.
Settings 1153. Press (Change Lock). You’re prompted to enter the new lock code.4. Enter the new lock code. You’re prompted to confirm the new lock co
116 Important! DO NOT depend on this phone as a primary method of calling 911 or for any other essential or emergency communications. Remember to alwa
Settings 1173. Use the navigation key to highlight the Voice Privacy option of your choice, then press . Your settings are saved.RestrictionRestricti
118 3. Enter the lock code, then press (Delete Memory). The following memory types appear in the display.PhonebookRecent CallsMessagesMultimediaPlan
Settings 119Call optionsCall Options allows you to select the method for answering incoming calls, setting redial options, setting data rates for data
120 1. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( ) Menu.2. Press (Settings), (Call Options), (Answer Options). Call Answer and Auto Answer display
Settings 121DataOnly available within Verizon Wireless Enhanced Services Area.Use the Data menu to set the baud rate for data calls and when data mode
Introduction 5IntroductionCongratulations on your purchase of the Samsung SCH-a890 phone. Your new phone has many features, such as a large, high-reso
122 Airplane modeWith Airplane Mode on, all RF functions for your phone are disabled, and you cannot use your phone to place or receive calls.1. In st
Settings 123TTY modeYour phone is fully TTY/TDD compatible. TTY/TDD equipment is connected to your phone through the headset connector on the left sid
124 5. If a list of sub menus appears in the display, use the navigation key to highlight the desired sub menu, then press . The shortcut is added to
Planner 125PlannerPlanner is a suite of PIM (Personal Information Management) applications such as a Calendar, To Do List, and Memo Pad. Schedule even
126 CalendarSchedule up to eight events for any day by indicating each event’s start and end time. Set alarms for events so that you can be alerted be
Planner 1275. Fill in and select event details using the navigation keys and your keypad.6. Press . The event is saved.View an event1. In standby mod
128 5. Enter the desired date in the box at the bottom of the display, then press . The month that you entered appears in the display with the event
Planner 129Add, edit, and erase to-do list tasks1. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( ) Menu.2. Press (Planner), (To Do List).3. Use the nav
130 4. When the Edit Alarm screen displays, enter a title for the alarm in the Title field.5. Press the down navigation key once to highlight the Time
Planner 13112. Press to select preloaded sounds or press to select a sound you’ve downloaded to your phone.13. Once you’ve selected a sound for th
6 Notes and tipsThroughout this guide icons and special text are used to highlight information about your new phone. These are intended to point out i
132 Time and dateUse the Time/Date function to set your phone’s date format.1. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( ) Menu.2. Press (Planner),
Planner 1336. When you’re finished entering details for the memo, press . The memo is saved.Review, add, edit, and erase memos1. In standby mode, pre
134 3. Use the navigation key to display the city (or cities), date, and time that you want to view. The following cities are supported.Setting daylig
Planner 1353. Use the navigation key to select your home are visiting area, then press the left soft key ( ) Set DST. A pop-up menu displays.4. Use th
136 Voice kitVoice recognition capabilities of the SCH-a890 are exceptional due to advanced, speaker-independent technology. This means there is no lo
Voice kit 137Voice memosYou can use your phone to record voice memos for later playback. You can also record the caller on the other end of the line d
138 A pop-up menu displays with the following options 6. Use the navigation key to highlight the option you want. 7. Press to perform the option.Rev
Voice kit 1394. If you pressed the left soft key ( ) Yes to Delete All, a confirmation message displays and you’re returned to the Voice Memo sub menu
140 Voice kit activeThis menu option allows you to set the key or action that launches voice kit. To change the current setting, follow these steps.1.
Voice signal commands 141Voice signal commandsVoice Signal commands allow you to dial numbers, lookup contact information, and open applications using
Introduction 71. Insert the bottom end of the battery into the phone housing with the label side down. The gold contacts on the end of the battery sho
142 Call a name or numberThe Call command lets you dial a person by saying the name you’ve stored for that person in your contact list or by saying th
Voice signal commands 1433. Say the full name of the person you want to call, exactly as it is entered in your Phonebook.4. The phone may display one
144 Adapting digitsVoice dialing works well for most people without special adaptation. However, people with strong accents or unique voice characteri
Voice signal commands 1453. Read the description until you are comfortable to proceed, then press .Your phone displays the first digit sequence and “
146 Reset Digits is only available if you have adapted digit dial for your voice.3.When the confirmation screen displays, press to proceed, or press
Voice signal commands 1472. Say “Send.” Your phone displays the message type pop-up menu and prompts, “Say the message type.”3. Say “Text.” Your phone
148 The QuickPhrase you want to add to your message does not need to display on the Listening Tab for you to use it in your message. If you are not su
Voice signal commands 149Checking phone statusThe Check command allows you to view and hear status information about your phone, including your phone
150 Usage guidelines: all about performance and safetyGetting the most out of your receptionThe quality of each call you make or receive depends on th
Usage guidelines: all about performance and safety 151Knowing Radio Frequency SafetyThe design of your phone complies with updated NCRP standards desc
8 Use the desktop chargerThe desktop charger operates from a 120/220 VAC wall outlet. It also acts as a cradle to hold your phone in a convenient, eas
152 • Avoid exposing your phone and accessories to rain or liquid spills. If your phone does get wet, immediately turn the power off and remove the ba
Usage guidelines: all about performance and safety 1532. When available, use a hands free device. If possible, add an additional layer of convenience
154 8. Use your wireless phone to call for help. Dial 9-1-1 or other local emergency number in the case of fire, traffic accident or medical emergenci
Usage guidelines: all about performance and safety 155RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic operating systems
156 Turn off your phone when you’re in any area that has a potentially explosive atmosphere. Although it’s rare, your phone or its accessories could g
Usage guidelines: all about performance and safety 157• Never dispose of the battery by incineration.• Keep the metal contacts on top of the battery c
158 Acknowledging special precautions and FCC noticesFCC NoticeThe phone may cause TV or radio interference if used in close proximity to receiving eq
Usage guidelines: all about performance and safety 159your body when transmitting. Use of non- Samsung approved accessories may violate FCC RF exposur
160 network. In general, the closer you are to a wireless base station antenna, the lower the power output.Before a phone model is available for sale
Usage guidelines: all about performance and safety 161Additional information on Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) can be found on the Cellular Telecommu
Understand your phone 9Understand your phoneThe antennaAvoid touching the antenna while your phone is on. Contact with the antenna affects call qualit
162 notify users of the health hazard and to repair, replace or recall the phones so that the hazard no longer exists.Although the existing scientific
Usage guidelines: all about performance and safety 163FCC also regulates the base stations that the wireless phone networks rely upon. While these bas
164 studies, however, have suggested that low levels of RF could Accelerate the development of cancer in laboratory animals. However, many of the stud
Usage guidelines: all about performance and safety 165directly applicable to human populations, but ten or more years’ follow-up may be needed to prov
166 through contracts to independent investigators. The initial research will include both laboratory studies and studies of wireless phone users. The
Usage guidelines: all about performance and safety 167What has FDA done to measure the radio frequency energy coming from wireless phones?The Institut
168 If you must conduct extended conversations by wireless phone every day, you could place more distance between your body and the source of the RF,
Usage guidelines: all about performance and safety 169What about wireless phone interference with medical equipment?Radio frequency energy (RF) from w
170 Where can I find additional information?For additional information, please refer to the following resources:• FDA web page on wireless phones(http
Usage guidelines: all about performance and safety 171Those standards were based on comprehensive and periodic evaluations of the relevant scientific
10 Power savePower Save allows you to affect the brightness/power settings for the Main LCD and keypad, as well as the External LCD. The default setti
172 • Use hands-free operation, if available.• Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions so require.Electroni
Usage guidelines: all about performance and safety 173OTHER MEDICAL DEVICESIf you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of y
174 Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury of even death.Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are o
Usage guidelines: all about performance and safety 175User Guide Proprietary NoticeCDMA Technology is licensed by QUALCOMM Incorporated under one or m
176 Limited warranty1. What is Covered and For How Long?SAMSUNG TELECOMMUNICATIONS AMERICA, L.P. (“SAMSUNG”) warrants the original (“Purchaser”) that
Limited warranty 177United States or Canada. This Limited Warranty covers batteries only if the battery falls below 80% of rated capacity or the batte
178 becomes the property of SAMSUNG. If SAMSUNG determines that any product is not covered by this limited warranty, purchaser must pay all parts, shi
Limited warranty 179OPERATION OF LAW, INCLUDING IF APPLICABLE THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE HERE
Limited warranty 180PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT AND STATES PURCHASER’S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY. IF ANY PORTION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS HELD ILLEGAL OR UNEN
Limited warranty 181This Limited Warranty allocates risk of Product failure between Purchaser and SAMSUNG, and SAMSUNG’s Product pricing reflects this
Understand your phone 11Soft keysFunctions for the soft keys are defined by what appears above each of them on the display. There are two soft keys: •
Index 183IndexNumerics10 driver safety tips ...1521X protocol icon ...16911, about ... 115AAdd, edit, erase
184CTIA safety information ... 170CTIA website ... 161DData menu ... 121Delete memory ... 117Deskt
Index 185IIconsbattery strength ...16display ... 15in use ...16signal strength ...
186Navigation key shortcuts ... 25New message icon ... 16No service indicator ... 15Notes and tips ... 6Notes
Index 187Remove applications ...86Removing battery ...7Reset phone ... 118Restrict calls ...
188TTasks, editing ... 129Text entry modes ... 58Text message settings ... 79Text messages, receiving ... 65Text me
Index 189WWallpaper, choosing ...110Warranty informationSamsung liability ...178Samsung obli- gations ...177what
Intellectual PropertyAll Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers r
12 Clear keyThe Clear key ( ) is used to erase or clear numbers, text, or symbols from the display. You can also use to return to a previous menu or
Understand your phone 13Headset connectorThe headset connector, on the left side of the phone below the volume key, is the input jack for the hands-fr
14 MicrophoneThe microphone is next to the charger/accessory input jack on the bottom end of the phone.Alpha-numeric keypadUse the alpha-numeric keypa
Understand your phone 15Navigation key Use the directional keys on the navigation key to browse menus, sub menus, and lists. Each key also acts as a s
16 Roaming indicator: Your phone is outside your home area. While roaming, another wireless provider may be handling your call. The service rate for t
Understand your phone 17DST Set: If you use the Dual Clock World Time wallpaper for your display, you must set Daylight Savings Time (DST) for your Ho
18 Getting startedObtain service for your phoneContact Verizon Wireless and follow their instructions for obtaining service. We suggest that you read
Getting started 19Text entry modeEnter content using any of the four text entry modes.1. At any text entry screen, press left soft key ( ) Option. A p
20 Vibrate mode• In standby mode, repeatedly press the volume key ( ) down until Vibrate appears in the display. The volume key is on the left side of
Getting started 21Receive callsWhen you receive a call, the phone displays one of the following:• If the caller can be identified, the caller’s number
Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion of LiabilityEXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY CONTAINED ON THE WARRANTY PAGE ENCLOSED WITH THE PRODUCT,
22 Receive calls when using Get It Now or Mobile WebIf you receive a call while using a Get It Now application or Mobile Web, the application is put o
Getting started 23VoicemailVoice mail allows callers to leave voice messages, which can be retrieved any time. Once your voicemail account is set up,
24 Menu navigationAccess menus using the navigation key in tandem with the left and right soft keys, or use a shortcut.1. In standby mode press th
Getting started 252. Press the number of the menu, sub menu, and so on to arrive at the desired feature.Example: Press the left soft key ( ) for Menu,
26 The in-use optionAccess numerous menus and features even while in a call.If the call is disconnected while accessing the In-Use Option, the In-Use
Menu shortcuts 27Menu shortcutsUse the menu shortcuts on the following pages to quickly access menus and sub menus. Press the left soft key ( ) Menu,
28 GET IT NOW ... 4 LAUNCH NOW...4-1 MOBILE WEB... 5LAUNCH WEB ...
Menu shortcuts 29Call Options ...7-4ANSWER OPTIONS...7-4-1AUTO RETRY...7-4-2DATA ...
30 PhonebookUp to 500 entries can be stored in phone memory. Each entry in the Phonebook can have up to five numbers, an e-mail address, and a URL ass
Phonebook 312. Use the navigation key to highlight the Phonebook sub menu of your choice, then press .Phonebook iconsYou can assign a host of entries
32 Edit a phonebook entry1. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( ) Menu.2. Press (Phonebook), (Find).3. Use the navigation key to display the
Phonebook 33• Press and hold to erase all numbers in the highlighted field.• Use the keypad to re-enter numbers, text, or symbols.8. When you’re fin
34 3. Use the navigation key to highlight the pause option of your choice.4. Press to enter the highlighted pause into your number sequence.5. When
Phonebook 35Erase individual phonebook entries1. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( ) Menu.2. Press (Phonebook), (Find).3.Use the left/right
36 1-touch dialingCall phone numbers assigned to memory locations 001 - 009 by pressing and holding keys 1 - 9, respectively. For example, to speed di
Phonebook 375. Use the navigation keys to highlight the speed dial location field and press the left soft key ( ) Edit.6. Enter the speed dial locatio
38 Assign a picture to a phonebook entryWhen you assign a picture to a Phonebook entry, the picture that you assigned to the entry appears in the disp
Phonebook 39Store numbers after a callOnce you’ve finished a call, you can store the number of the caller to your Phonebook.If the call was incoming a
40 The Find methods listed in the following table appear in the display.More information on each of these methods is available in the following sectio
Phonebook 41By EntryThis option allows you to find a stored entry by location (or speed dial) number. 1. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( )
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42 5. Use the left/right navigation keys to display the group that you want to search. As each group displays, entries assigned to the group are liste
Phonebook 436. Use the navigation key to highlight other type fields and complete them, if desired. Enter information using the keypad.Once you’ve ent
44 6. Enter a name for the entry using the keypad. Press the left soft key ( ) Option if you want to select a different method of text entry, such as
Phonebook 45ColleagueBusiness3.Use the navigation key to highlight the desired group, then press to enter the group and view its contents.Move an en
46 Create a new groupIn addition to the five groups already in your phone, you can create an additional five groups. New groups can be named anything
Phonebook 475. Use the navigation key to highlight Rename Group, then press . The Rename dialogue box appears in the display.6. Enter a name for the
48 Send text messages to group membersUse Send Message in the Group feature to send a message to as many as 10 members of a group at once.1. In standb
Phonebook 4910. Press . The message entry screen appears in the display. 11. Using the keypay, enter the message content, then press to send the me
50 adding the desired content to your Pix Msg, you’re returned to the Pix Msg composer.7. Press to send the Pix Msg. The Pix Msg is sent to the inte
Phonebook 513. Press to select My Name Card or press to select and send an entry from your Phonebook.4. If you selected My Name Card, press to s
iiPlace calls ... 20Receive calls ...
52 11. Once you’ve returned to the Pix Msg composer, press the down navigation key to highlight Add Subject.12. Press the right navigation key if you
Phonebook 53Delete allDelete All allows the deletion of all entries in your Phonebook.1. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( ) Menu.2. Press (
54 Recent callsUse Recent Calls to view received, dialed, and missed calls for your phone. You can also use Recent Calls to erase your call history an
Recent calls 554. With the desired call log appearing in the display, press the left soft key ( ) Option. A pop-up menu appears in the display with th
56 Delete all call logsYou can use the Delete Call Logs to clear all calls in each call log at one time.1. In standby mode, press the left soft key (
Recent calls 57The sub menus listed in the following table display.2. Use the navigation key to highlight the desired sub menu.3. Press to perform t
58 MessagesYour phone is capable of sending and receiving messages with other compatible phones and devices. Before you send messages, it’s best to co
Messages 59Change text entry modes1. While composing a text message, press the left soft key () Option to display a pop-up menu with the options liste
60 T9® Word text entryT9 Word recognizes the most commonly used word for any sequence of keypresses and inserts that word into your message. It’s much
Messages 61123 modeEnter numbers into a text message while in number mode (123). See “Change text entry modes” on page 59 for instructions on changing
iiiSend pix msg... 65Receive a pix msg ...
62 6. Use the navigation left/right keys to page through the other symbols, if necessary.7. Enter the key that corresponds with the symbol that you wa
Messages 634. After selecting or entering your recipients in the Send To field, press . The message composer appears in the display.5. Compose your m
64 2. Use the navigation key to highlight Send Option, then press . The Send Option categories and options listed in the following table appear in th
Messages 65Receive text messagesWhen you receive a message in standby mode, the message tone sounds, (unless turned off), and New Text Msg appears in
66 1. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( ) Menu.2. Press (Messages), (New Pix Msg).3. Enter the phone number or e-mail address of the recipi
Messages 676. Press the right navigation key to add a message.7. Compose your message, then press . You’re returned to the Pix Msg composer.8. Press
68 Send a pix msg in camera modeOnly available within Verizon Wireless Enhanced Services Area.You can send a Pix Msg to recipients with compatible Ver
Messages 695. By default, the cursor is on Add Message field. Press the left soft key ( ) Option or the right navigation key to add a message.6. Compo
70 14. Once you’ve inserted a name card or an entry from your Phonebook, you’re returned to the Pix Msg composer.15. Press (Send) to send the message
Messages 71Download a pix msgOnly available within Verizon Wireless Enhanced Services Area.1.When you receive a new Pix Msg, press (Down). Downloadi
ivVoice kit ... 136Voice kit menu...
72 Send flix msgOnly available within Verizon Wireless Enhanced Services Area.You can add a message, a video, and a subject to your Flix Msg. This is
Messages 73You can send a Pix or Flix Msg to up to ten recipients. Separate each recipient’s address or phone number with a space in the Send to field
74 14. Press the down navigation key once to highlight the Add Subject field, and then press the right navigation key to display the Subject composer.
Messages 75VIEW VOICEMAIL MESSAGES IN THE VOICEMAIL FOLDER1. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( ) Menu.2. Press (Messages), (Voicemail).3.
76 Since the options listed depend on the type of message you are viewing, the following table is a complete list of the options available.Not all opt
Messages 77OutboxYour phone stores messages in the Outbox, regardless of whether the message was successfully transmitted.REVIEW MESSAGES IN THE OUTBO
78 CREATE A DRAFT TEXT MESSAGE1. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( ) Menu.2. Press (Messages), (New Text Msg).3. Enter the phone number of
Messages 797. When you finish editing your message and the message composer screen displays, press to send the message, if desired.Web alertContact
80 3. Use the navigation key to highlight the desired setting. Press to perform the function for the highlighted option or to enter its sub menu.PIX
Messages 81ENTRY MODEUse Entry Mode to select the default method of text entry. 1. In standby mode, press the left soft key ( ) Menu.2. Press (Messag
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82 4. Enter a new callback # number using the keypad, then press to save your changes.AUTO DELETEUse Auto Delete to set the disposal method of messa
Messages 83INSERT A PAUSE INTO A VOICE MAIL NUMBERWhile viewing the voice mail number, press the left soft key () Option to display a pop-up menu with
84 Get It NowOnly available within Verizon Wireless Enhanced Services Area.With Get It Now, you can download full featured applications such as games,
Get It Now 853. Use the navigation key to highlight the category of your choice, then press .4. Select the application you want to download and follo
86 Remove applicationsYou can remove applications to free up space for other applications.1. At the Get It Now menu, press the right navigation key on
Mobile Web 87Mobile WebOnly available within the Verizon Wireless Enhances Services Area.Your SCH-a890 utilizes Mobile Web 2.0, allowing you to conven
88 2. Use the navigation key to browse the categories.3. Once the desired category is highlighted, press to enter the category list.Exit Mobile Web•
Mobile Web 89How Mobile Web keys workThe following table lists Mobile Web keys and their functions.Key Name FunctionNaviga-tion KeyUse the navigation
90 LinksOnly available within the Verizon Wireless Enhances Services Area.Links can serve several purposes, such as jumping to a different page, to a
Multimedia 91MultimediaTake full color digital pictures, display them on your phone’s vivid color display, and share them with family and friends. It’
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