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SCH-a530 Series
DI G I T A L
DUAL-BA N D
TELEPHON E
User Guide
Please read this manual before operating your
phone, and keep it for future reference.
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Intellectual Property All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating thereto (the “Phone System”), is proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal laws, state laws, and international treaty provisions. Intellectual Property includes, but is not limited to, inventions (patentable or unpatentable), patents,
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® RSA is a registered Trademark RSA Security, Inc. Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion of Liability EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY CONTAINED ON THE WARRANTY PAGE ENCLOSED WITH THE PRODUCT, THE PURCHASER TAKES THE PRODUCT "AS IS", AND SAMSUNG MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE MERCHANTABILITY OF THE PRODUCT OR ITS FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE; THE DESIGN, CONDITION OR QUALITY OF
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User friendly display with dedicated icons for signal strength, service, roaming, messages, vibrator, location service, and battery states. Monotone ring types - 5, melody tones -10. Distinctive ringer types for voice, message, and alarm calls Distinctive ringer volumes for voice, message, and alarm calls Phone Book Memory - 999 Locations Call Logs - 20 Locations each for outgoing, incoming, and missed calls Internet MiniBrowser Pause dialing for tele-services Fast ringer mute
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Table of Contents SCH-a530 closed view................................................1 SCH-a530 open view...................................................................... 2 Getting to know your phone.......................................3 Antenna.................................................................................. 3 Backlight features................................................................... 3 Clear key ................................................................
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Low battery indicator.............................................................10 The empty battery icon ..........................................................11 Your phone’s modes................................................ 12 Answer mode ........................................................................12 Input mode ...........................................................................12 Lock mode ...........................................................................
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Caller I.D.............................................................................. 27 Three way calling ................................................................. 28 Phone Book .............................................................29 Find by name........................................................................ 29 Find by entry ........................................................................ 30 Find by group.......................................................
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Creating SMS text messages ...................................................39 Entering text, numbers, and/or symbols ................................40 Alphabetical text entry ...........................................................41 Entering numbers..................................................................41 Symbol entry .........................................................................41 ® T9 word text entry...............................................................42
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Planner....................................................................57 Today ................................................................................... 57 How to add, edit, or erase an event ...................................... 57 Scheduler............................................................................. 58 How to view an event............................................................ 58 Jump to date.................................................................
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Power on/off .........................................................................72 Roam ringer..........................................................................72 Whisper mode.......................................................................73 Voice kit .................................................................. 74 Voice dial ..............................................................................74 Tips on recording names..........................................
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Getting the Most Out of Your Reception................................ 92 Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone ............... 93 Caring for the Battery ........................................................... 96 Acknowledging Special Precautions and FCC ........................ 98 Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) for Wireless Phones........... 99 FDA Consumer Update........................................................ 100 Owner's Record .........................................
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SCH-a530 closed view Antenna Volume Front display Speaker LED 1
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SCH-a530 open view Icons Display screen Graphic area Soft key Soft key option option Navigation Get it now button key Left soft- Right key soft-key Send key End key Clear key Keypad Microphone Charger adapter 2
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Getting to know your phone Antenna The antenna is a device for transmitting and receiving signals. The shape and size of the antenna is determined, in part, by the frequency of the signals that they receive. An antenna makes the call sound clearer when it is fully extended. Use only in the normal position and do not touch the antenna unnecessarily when the phone is active. Backlight features Your keypad has user settable backlighting for easy visibility. Clear key The key is used to erase/cl
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Headset connector This is where the optional hands-free headset is connected. The headset includes an earbud and microphone in a convenient, lightweight unit so you can talk without using your hands. Before inserting the hands-free headset connector to your phone, gently pry open the top of the cover to expose the headset connector. LED indicator The LED indicator (located on the front cover towards the bottom of your phone) flashes to indicate an incoming call or message. When you have t
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Send key The key performs several useful functions: Press once to answer calls. Enter a number and press once to connect a call. Press twice in standby mode to redial the last recent call number. Navigation The Navigation key allows you to locate different menu options by pressing in the appropriate direction. Get it now To access Get it Now: 1. Press the Get it Now button. 2. The Shopping Cart icon appears. 3. Press the Get it Now button again. The following logo and start option appe
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Display screens Your phone has two display screens: The display screen on the front of your phone is comprised of three areas: An upper line of stationary icons The middle area showing the time of day The lower line showing the date The display screen on the inside of your phone is comprised of three areas: An upper line of stationary icons The graphic area in the middle The lower line of text shows left and right softkey options Liquid crystal display The top line of icons on the li
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Service indicator: This icon indicates a call is in progress. When the phone is calling a number, this icon will flash until the call is connected. No service indicator: This icon indicates your phone cannot find a signal because you’re outside a service area. You cannot make or receive calls. Wait a little while for a signal or move into an open area. Note: The no service indicator icon will always appear when you turn on your phone. As soon as service is located, the indicator will disapp
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Ringer silent: This icon indicates that your phones ringer is set to silent. GPS (911 only): This icon represents Global Positioning Service (GPS) for 911. GPS: This icon indicates GPS is on for location. Silent mode: This is the icon for silent mode. Installing the battery Note: Your phone comes packaged with a partially charged rechargeable standard Li-Ion battery and travel adapter. The phone can be used while the battery is charging, but must be fully charged the first time you use your
