PORTABLE CELLULAR TELEPHONE SPH-A250 User’s Manual ELECTRONICS World Wide Web http://www.samsungmobile.com Printed in Korea Code No. : GH68-XXXXXA Basic. 2001/01. Rev.1.0 sion r e v Draft ) .1.
FCC RF EXPOSURE INFORMATION SAR Information & FCC ID Labeling In August 1996 the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the United States with its action in Report and Order FCC 96-326 adopted an updated safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated transmitters. Those guidelines are consistent with the safety standard previously set by both U.S. and international standards bodies.
The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this model phone with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF emission guidelines. SAR information on this model phone is on file with the FCC and can be found under the Display Grant section of http://www.fcc.gov/oet/fccid after searching on FCC ID XXX XXXX. Additional information on Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) can be found on the Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association (CTIA) web-site at http://www.
Contents (continued...) Entering Text Changing Text Input Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . T9(English) Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alpha Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Number Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Symbol Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reference Information Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Using the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Precautions When Using Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Road Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Operating Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Precautions Your Phone Interference All mobile phone may be subject to radio interference, which may affect their performance. Use qualified service Only qualified service personnel must install or repair cellular equipment. Unpacking Your package contains the following items. Handset Travel Charger Battery Hand Strap Use sensibly Use only in the normal position (to ear). Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily when the phone is switched on.
Your Phone Your Phone With the phone close Phone Layout Antenna The following illustrations shows the main elements of your phone. Service Light With the phone open Keys Enters the menu facility. Also, scrolls through the menu options. Earpiece Display Navigation/ Hot key Menu key OK/Messages key Volume keys End key DEF Talk key ABC MNO Clear key JKL Ear-microphone jack GHI WXYZ TUV PQRS Alphanumeric keys In the menu facility, confirms the selection and input.
Your Phone Keys Functions Makes or answers a call. In Standby mode, recalls the last number dialed. Your Phone Display The display comprises two areas: an upper line of static icons, and the lower text and graphic area. The following icons display at power-on: Deletes characters from the display. In the menu facility, returns to the previous menu level. ~ Ends a call. Also switches the phone on and off when pressed and held. In the menu facility, returns to Standby mode and cancels your input.
Your Phone New Message: Appears when a new text message has been received. Analog mode: Indicates your phone is operating in analog mode. Your Phone Service light The service light is at the top right of the phone. It flashes to indicate incoming call or message. Also, the service light flashes for a few seconds when you turn on the phone. Vibrator on: Appears when a vibrate mode is on. An incoming call will vibrate the phone rather than ring it. Battery strength: Shows the level of your battery.
Getting Started Getting Started Installing Battery To Install the Battery 1. Insert the tab on the base of the battery into the notches on the base of the phone, as shown. To Remove the Battery 1. If necessary, switch off the phone by holding down . 2. Press and hold the catch on the back of the phone (➀), then lift it away (➁). ➀ ➁ Charging a Battery 2. Push the battery down until it snaps into place. Your phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery. A travel charger is provided with your phone.
Getting Started Getting Started 1. With the battery in position on the phone, connect the lead from the travel charger to the jack on the bottom of the phone. Low Battery Indicator When the battery charge level is almost empty and only a few minutes of talk time remain, an empty battery icon (no bars displayed) blinks in the upper right corner of the screen. You will hear a warning tone. Sprint PCS 1:45P JUL22 2. Plug the power cord of the charger into a standard wall outlet.
Getting Started Switching the Phone On/Off 1. Open the phone. 2. Press Getting Started WARNING! Do not switch on the phone when the mobile phone use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger. to switch the phone on. The service light of the phone flashes, and an alert sounds. When the system locates services, the greeting message displays along with the date and time. You can now place and receive calls. Sprint PCS 1:45P JUL22 Note: Your phone has a built-in antenna.
Getting Started Talk Mode You can place and answer calls only when your phone is turned on. During a call, the phone is in Talk mode. While you are in Talk mode, pressing gives you a list of options referred to as “In-Use options.” See page xx for details on the options. Power Save Mode Your phone comes with a Power Save feature that will automatically be activated if your phone is unable to find a signal after 15 minutes of searching. While this feature is active, the phone’s battery charge is conserved.
Call Functions Call Functions Correcting the Number Emergency Dialing To clear... Then... The last digit displayed Press You can place calls to 911, *911, #911 or one of the three numbers in your special number list even if your phone is locked. For more details on special numbers, see page xx. The whole display Hold down one second. . for more than To dial emergency number in Lock mode, enter the desired one of the emergency numbers and press .
Call Functions Call Functions Redialing Last Number Two-Touch Dial To redial the last number you called, press twice. Memory locations 010 through 099 are special twotouch locations. Press the second digit briefly, then hold down the third digit of the memory cell. The phone stores the last 10 numbers dialled. To recall any of these numbers, proceed as follows. For example: Location no. 023 Press briefly and hold down 1.
Call Functions Pause Dialing When you call automated system, 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 Phone Book, separated by special characters called pauses. There are two kinds of pauses that can be entered on your phone: • Hard pause: A hard pause stops the dialing sequence until you press .
Call Functions Manual Pause Dialing You can enter pauses manually using the Dial options during the dialing process. 1. Enter the phone number of the service you want to call (such as a bank’s teleservice phone number). 2. Press Press for 2sec Pause. The phone displays “T” meaning a timed pause. When prompted, Enter the number to be sent after the pause and then press . The phone transmit the number that follows the pause two seconds after connection.
Call Functions Call Functions Answering a Call Caller ID Display When somebody calls you, the phone rings and the phone icon in the middle of the screen flashes. nnnn (( )) Caller’s name or number This feature tells you who is calling you by displaying the caller’s number when the phone rings. If a caller’s name and number are stored in your Phone Book, the corresponding name is also displayed. If you call someone who has this feature, your phone number will be displayed on the other party’s phone.
Call Functions Call Functions Viewing Missed Calls In-Use Menu Options Your phone keeps a list of calls that you do not answer when the phone is on and service is available. The phone indicates a missed call by displaying a text notification on the screen. Additionally, if caller information is available, a Missed Call Log entry is created, and the screen displays the phone number of the most recent missed call. Your phone provides a number of functions that you can use during a call.
Call Functions Call Functions Call Waiting Call Forwarding This feature allows you to receive a second call during conversation. When a waiting call comes, the incoming call alert sounds, when set, and a text notification displays. Contact your service provider to activate the Call Waiting feature. This feature allows you to forward all of your incoming calls to another phone number, even if your phone is switched off. When Call Forwarding is used, you can still make calls from your phone.
Call Functions Call Functions Three-Way Calling Using the Display Notepad This feature allows you to talk with two different person at the same time. You will be charged normal air time rates for each of the two calls and your phone records each called party in the Outgoing Call log. Contact your service provider to activate the Three-Way Calling feature. Your phone has a really convenient feature for entering a phone number while on a call as if it were a note pad.
Entering Text Entering Text When using your phone, you will need to enter text at many times. For example, when storing a name in the Phone Book, creating your personal greeting or scheduling events in your calendar. You can enter alphanumeric characters into your phone by using your phone’s keypad. Changing Text Input Mode When you are in a field that allows characters entry, you should notice the text input mode indicator in the lower right corner of the display.
Entering Text 3. To select the mode highlighted, press Entering Text . 4. You will find the selected text input mode indicator in the bottom right corner of the display: • T9(English) mode ➝ T9WORD, T9Word, or T9word • Alpha mode ➝ ABC, Abc, or abc • Number mode ➝ 123 • If you select Symbol mode, symbol input screen appears. Directions for using each of the text input modes appear later in this section. Note: If you want to exit the menu without changing to a new mode, press .
Entering Text Entering Text Changing Case Alpha Mode Your phone offers three shift states; • Word (initial letter is capitalized) • WORD (all letters capitalized) • word (all letters lower case) When typing in Alpha mode, you should press key labeled with the required letter: -Once for the first letter -Twice for the second letter -And so on. Press one or more times to display the appropriate shift indicator, and begin typing normally.
Entering Text To shift the case of the next letter(s) that you type, press one or more times. There are three shift states: Lower Case is indicated by abc in the right corner of the display, Initial Capital is Abc, and Capitals Lock is ABC. Entering Text Symbol Mode Symbol mode enables you enter symbols into a text message. The cursor moves to the right when you press a different key.
Using the Menus Using the Menus The phone offers a range of functions that allows you to tailor the phone to your needs. These functions are arranged in menus and submenus. The menus and submenus can be accessed by scrolling or using the shortcuts. Accessing a Menu Functions by Scrolling 1. In Standby mode, press to access the menu facility. Scroll to the desired main menu, e.g. Setup/Tool, by pressing or . Press to enter the selected menu. 2.
Using the Menus Using the Menus List of the Menu Functions The list shows the menu structure available and indicates the: • Number assigned to each option • Page on which you can find a description of each feature 1. Calls 1-1: Outgoing 1-2: Incoming 1-3: Missed 1-4: Erase History 1-4-1: Outgoing 1-4-2: Incoming 1-4-3: Missed 1-4-4: All Calls 1-5: Air Time 1-5-1: Last Call 1-5-2: Total 1-5-3: EraseTotal 1-5-4: Lifetime Page xx 2.
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Calls Calls Show Entry (or Save if the phone number is not currently stored in the Phone Book): shows Phone Book entry or stores the number in the Phone Book. Prepend: allows to add an area code or feature code to the number before calling or saving the number. Incoming Menu 1.2 Missed Menu 1.3 Your phone keeps a list of 10 calls placed to your phone that you did not answer. The phone indicates missed calls by displaying a text notification on the screen. To... Select an entry Press...
Calls Erase History Menu 1.4 You can erase the entries stored in each of the three Call Logs or all three logs at once. Outgoing: The calls you made are erased. Incoming: The calls you received are erased. Missed: The calls you missed are erased. All Calls: All calls you made, received and missed are erased.
Phone Book Phone Book Note: If more than one numbers are stored by the different labels in the selected location, you can see the ˆ and ¤ symbols on both sides of the label. Press or to scroll to the desired number. With an entry selected, if you press access the following options: , you can Add New Entry Menu 2.2 This menu allows you to store a number with a name in your Phone Book.
Phone Book Phone Book Adding a Number in an Existing Entry You can store more than one numbers in one Phone Book location labeling each of the numbers. 1. Enter a number and press . 2. You are asked to select a label. The following labels are available: Home, Work, Mobile, Pager, Fax, No Label. After selecting a label, press . Note: You can only use each label one time for each stored name. For example, you can only have one number labeled “Work” for a name entry. 3.
Phone Book Services Menu 2.5 Phone numbers for frequently used services are preprogrammed into your phone. Customer Care: Sprint PCS customer care ( + ) Dir Assist : Directory Assistance ( + + ) Prepaid SVC: Prepaid Calling Service ( + + + ) Road Assist: Roadside Assistance ( + + + + Messages Your phone receives voicemail, page/text messages, and MiniBrowser messages. When the phone receives a message, an alert sounds, and a text notification displays with the message indicator, the icon.
Messages Voicemail Messages Menu 3.1 Note: Contact your serve provider for information on setting up your voicemail service. 2. Once you have entered in the correct number and it appears on the screen, press . The phone prompts with the next available phone book location. This menu allows you to listen to the voicemail messages and reset the counter for the voicemail messages, if desired. 3. IMPORTANT-Press , , to enter in 229. The phone displays “Entry # 229 will be used.
Messages After reviewing the message, press following options. Messages to access the Talk: makes a call to the sender of the message. Save: allows you to save the sender’s phone number in your Phone Book if there is no Phone Book match. Erase: erases the message. Erase Menu 3.4 You can erase all messages after reviewing. Page/Text: allows you to erase all page/text messages. Browser Msg: allows you to erase all MiniBrowser messages. Next Msg: reviews the next message.
Roaming Roaming Set mode Your phone allows you to control your phone’s roaming ability. Roaming is a feature which is only relevant in areas where there are at least two cellular service providers having valid roaming agreements. Roaming allows you to register your phone on one of the networks, but use the facilities of the other if your own network is not available.
Calendar Calendar The Calendar feature enables you to: • Write down today’s event • View the calendar and organize your schedule • Create a list of things to do • Set and count D-Day • Set an alarm clock • Check the current time for 24 major cities around the world Note: You can quickly access this menu by pressing in Standby mode. Today Menu 5.1 You can schedule up to 9 events for the current day indicating each event’s start and end time.
Calendar Calendar Writing a New Memo Adding, Editing, or Deleting a Memo To write or edit a memo on a specific date, proceed as follows. When a stored memo is displayed, press access the following Options. 1. Scroll to the desired date in the calendar by using . Note: To skip to the previous or next month, press or on the left side of the phone. 2. Press to confirm the selected date. to New Event: allows you to create a memo. Edit Event: allows you to edit the memo.
Calendar Calendar To Do List Menu 5.4 Countdown Menu 5.5 This feature allows you to: • Draw up a list of tasks to be done • Assign a priority and deadline to each task • Sort the tasks by priority This menu help you know how much time it takes you to do something, or how many months, days, hours and minutes until a specific day. You can create up to 5 Count down timers using this menu. Creating the To Do List Item Creating a Countdown timer item 1. Enter a task, then press .
Calendar Calendar Adding, Editing and Erasing a Countdown Item Setting an alarm When you select this menu, the defined Countdown item is displayed. Then press to access the Options. 1. Choose the alarm frequency option, press Note: If there are more than one items defined in the menu, scroll to the desired item by pressing or , and press . The following options are available. New Item: allows you to create a new item. Edit Item: allows you to edit the item. Erase Item: allows you to delete the item.
Calendar World Clock Menu 5.7 This menu tells you what time it is in 24 different time zones around the world. Use to find the current time in one of the following 24 time zones. Time zones are identified by one or more major cities, states, regions or countries in a time zone. • San Francisco • Paris, Berlin • Guam, Sydney • Caracas • Tashkent • Honolulu, Hawaii • London, Madrid • Seoul, Tokyo • New York, D.
MiniBrowser MiniBrowser Launching the MiniBrowser Exiting the MiniBrowser Selecting the MiniBrowser menu starts the MiniBrowser. Simply press to exit the MiniBrowser. If the Prompt to end or Prompt both option is set in the MiniBrowser Setup (Menu 7.7 ) , you will be prompted whether you want to end the browser call. Note: The first time you use the MiniBrowser, you will go through a security setup process that takes 3 to 5 minutes.
You can act on the options or links by making use of the soft keys. The soft keys ( and ) are located below the bottom line of the display. Here’s how the keys work in the MiniBrowser: Use to scroll through the browser options. The currently selected option is indicated by “¤ ”. This is the right soft key. For more information, see “Using the Soft Keys” on page xx. Also, this key is used primarily for secondary options or a menu of secondary options. This is the left soft key.
MiniBrowser Initializing a Call from the MiniBrowser You may initiate a phone call from the MiniBrowser if the site you are using supports this feature (the phone number may be highlighted and the left soft key will appear as “Call.”). In most cases, you can also use to call the number. The browser connection will be terminated when you initiate the call. After you end the call, your phone will return to the Standby mode.
Setup/Tool Setup/Tool Many different features of your phone can be customized to suit your preferences. Sounds Menu 7.1 You are provided a variety of ringer options in the Sounds menu. These ringer options allow you to customize your ring and volume settings so that you can easily recognize when a certain type of call is coming in. Ringer Volume This option allows you to adjust the ringing volumes of calls, messages and alarm. You can set each volume to High, Med, or Low.
Setup/Tool Setup/Tool Alerts MinuteBeep: With this menu option set to ON, the phone sounds an alert 10 seconds before each elapsed minute to remind you of the length of the current call. Service: With this menu option set to ON, the phone beeps when the phone experiences a dropped call or a failed call or when the phone leaves or enters a service area. Off: The backlight is not used. Always On: The backlight comes on each time you open the phone.
Setup/Tool Data/Fax In Setup/Tool Menu 7.3 Your phone is capable of sending and receiving digital data and fax call when connected to a computing device (laptop, desktop, handheld, palmtop, etc.) running Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows NT. The phone functions just like a typical modem on your PC, enabling you to use wireless data involving a side variety of Windows software applications.
Setup/Tool Setup/Tool Lock Phone Special Number This menu allows you to lock the phone. Locking the phone limits all outgoing calls except calls to the three hard coded emergency numbers (911, *911 and #911) and the three user-programmable special number. Your phone provides the option of storing special numbers. Each special numbers can be up to ten digits long. All three special numbers can be manually dialed at any time even when your phone is locked.
Setup/Tool Call Answer Setup/Tool Menu 7.5 This menu allows you to select an answer when an incoming call comes. It is preset to TALK key. MiniBrowser Menu 7.7 The following options are available: Each time you start or end the MiniBrowser, you will view a reminder that you will be billed for the connection time. You have the option to change when this message appears. Open(???): The phone answers when you open the flip cover.
Setup/Tool Calculator Menu 7.9 Using this feature, you can use the phone as a calculator. You can perform calculations including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division on your phone. Using the Calculator 1. Enter the first number using the numeric keys. Accessories Batteries Two types of Li-ion batteries are available for use with your phone: • STANDARD Battery • EXTENDED Battery Desktop Charger 2.
Reference Information Using the Batteries Your phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion standard battery. Additional batteries are also available (ask your SAMSUNG dealer for further details): Precautions When Using Batteries • Never use any charger or battery that is damaged in any way. • Use the battery only for its intended purpose.
Reference Information Safety Information 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 fall or be broken in the event of a collision or emergency stop. • The use of an alert device to operate a vehicle’s lights or horn on public roads is not permitted. • Only qualified personnel should install or service the phone in a vehicle.
Reference Information Care and Maintenance Your phone is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care. The suggestions below will help you fulfill the warranty obligations and enjoy this product for many years. • Keep the phone and all its parts and accessories out of the reach of children. • Keep the phone dry. Precipitation, humidity and liquids containing minerals will corrode the electronic circuits.
Glossary Glossary Airtime - Actual time spent talking on the wireless phone. Most carriers bill customers based on how many minutes of airtime they use each month. Antenna - A device for transmitting or receiving signals. The size and shape of antennas is determined, in part, by the frequency of the signal they receive. Wireless phones and the base station must have antennas. Base Station - The fixed radio transmitter/receiver that maintains communications with mobile radio telephones within a given area.
Glossary Index Service Charge - The amount paid each month to receive wireless service. Soft Keys - and are used as soft keys in the phone in the MiniBrowser. The purpose of the keys is indicated on the bottom of the display just above the corresponding key. Standby Time - The amount of time a fully charged wireless portable or transportable phone can be on and idle without being in use.
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Index Adjust speaker volume Receive a call Make a call (in Standby mode) „ / repeatedly (in Talk mode) „ / repeatedly TALK or Open the phone Phone number + TALK Phone number + OK + Select a label + OK + OK + Enter a name +OK + OK (or another location + OK) One Touch (001~009): Hold down the third digit. Two-Touch (010~099): Press the second digit, then hold down the third digit. Three-Touch (100~229): Press the first and the second digit , then hold down the third.
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