Virgin Mobile Slash
by Samsung
M O B I L E
P H O N E
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating your
phone, and keep it for future reference.
Licensed by Qualcomm Incorporated under one or more of the following patents: U.S. Patent No. 4, 901, 307;
5, 056, 109; 5, 099, 204; 5, 101, 501; 5, 103, 459; 5, 107, 225; 5, 109, 390.
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Table of Contents
Section 2: Getting To Know Your Phone
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Section 15: Health and Safety
FCC Hearing-Aid Compatibility (HAC) Regulations for
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Section 1: Getting Started
Getting up and running is a quick and easy set of
steps. This section walks you through the steps
necessary to install your battery pack, turn on your
phone, setup service, and make your first call.
Installing the Battery
1. Press down on the rear cover (label side) with
your thumbs, as indicated below, and while
applying some pressure, slide the cover away.
Warning!: Use only Virgin Mobile-approved or Samsung-
approved batteries and chargers with your phone.
Failure to use these approved devices may increase
the risk that your phone will overheat, catch fire, or
explode, resulting in serious bodily injury, death, or
property damage.
3. Position the battery cover over the battery and
firmly slide it in until you hear a click.
2. Insert the battery (label side up as shown) into
the battery compartment so that the metal
contacts on the phone match up with those on
the battery.
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Removing the Battery
Warning!: Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers
with your phone. Failure to use these approved
devices may increase the risk that your phone will
overheat, catch fire, or explode, resulting in serious
bodily injury, death, or property damage.
1. Press down on the rear cover (label side) with
your thumbs, and while applying some
pressure, slide the cover away.
Note: Some phone features such as long backlight settings,
vibrate mode, brightness settings, Bluetooth activity, and
other variables may reduce the battery’s talk and standby
times. It is recommended that you watch your phone’s
battery level indicator and charge the battery before it
runs out of power.
Charging the Battery
Prior to your initial use of the phone, it is
recommended that you fully charge your battery. If
your battery level becomes too low, your phone
automatically turns off, and you can lose any
progress information. For a quick check of your
phone’s battery level, glance at the battery charge
indicator located in the upper right corner of your
display screen.
2. Insert your finger into the indention (shown
here) and in a single motion, pull the battery
out from the compartment.
3. Position the battery cover over the battery and
•
•
indicates the phone’s battery is empty.
firmly slide it in until you hear a click.
indicates the phone’s battery is fully charged.
Battery Capacity
Your phone comes with a Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery.
The battery can be recharged using the included
power supply. This allows you to recharge your
battery before it is fully drained. The battery provides
up to 3.5 hours of continuous digital talk time.
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Power Connection
Battery Charging Tips
•
The battery is not charged at the time of purchase, it must
be fully charged prior to the phone’s first use.
1. Slide open the cover that protects the phone's
power jack.
•
When charging the battery with the phone off, the
charging status displays. You can not operate the phone
until it is powered back on.
•
•
Charging the phone while off greatly reduces the charge
time.
If the battery ever fails to perform normally, contact Virgin
Mobile Customer Care to replace it.
Warning!: Using the wrong battery charger could cause damage
+
to your phone and void the warranty.
Correct and Incorrect Handling
The antenna is located at the base of the phone.
Blocking it can result in reduced signal strength and
quality.
2. Plug the flat end of the charger into the phone’s
power/accessory interface connector and the
other end into an electrical outlet.
Antenna
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4. Left Option Button (LOB) allows you to select
option button actions or menu items
corresponding to the bottom left line on the
display screen. It also provides quick access to
the phone’s menu.
Functions
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5. TALK Key allows you to place or receive a call.
In standby mode, press this key once to access
the Recent Call log. Press and hold this key to
activate voice service.
6. Voicemail Key allows you to quickly access your
voicemail. Press and hold this key for two
seconds to automatically dial your voicemail.
7. Alphanumeric Keypad allows you to enter
numbers, letters, and characters.
8. Shift/Asterisk Key enters the asterisk [*]
character for calling features. In the text entry
mode, press this key to change the
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capitalization mode. Press and hold to activate/
deactivate the Vibrate modes.
1. Speaker allows you to hear the caller and the
different ringtones or sounds offered by your
phone.
9. Microphone allows the other callers to hear you
clearly when you are speaking to them.
2. Display Screen displays all the information
needed to operate your phone, such as phone
numbers, call status, Contacts list, date and
time, and both the signal and battery strength.
10. Plus Code Dialing Key automatically dials the
international access prefix for calling out from
the country in which you are located (for
instance, 011 for international calls placed from
within the United States).
3. OK Key allows you to accept choices offered
when navigating through a menu.
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11. Space/Pound Key enters the pound [#]
character for calling features. In the text entry
mode, press this key to enter a space between
characters. Press and hold to access the
Password screen.
18. Mirror displays a reflection of an object in front
of the lens while taking a picture.
19. Volume Key allows you to adjust the audio
volume in standby mode or adjust the voice
volume during a call. The volume key can also
be used to scroll up or down to navigate
through the different menu options.
12. BACK Key deletes characters from the display
while in the text entry mode. When in a menu,
press this key to return to the previous menu.
20. Headset/Adapter Jack allows you to plug in the
power connector and optional headset for safe,
convenient, hands-free conversations. To
access this port, carefully slide off the attached
plastic cover.
13. END Key ends a call. Press and hold this key for
a few seconds to power your phone On or Off.
While in the main menu, it returns the phone to
standby mode and cancels your input. When
you receive an incoming call, press to reject
the call.
21. Speaker Key allows you to enable the
speakerphone feature during an active call.
When idle, this key also provides quick access
to the Recent Call log.
14. Right Option Button (ROB) allows you to select
option button actions or menu items
corresponding to the bottom right line on the
display screen. It also provides quick access to
your phone’s Contacts list.
22. Camera Key allows you to take pictures when
in camera mode.
Reviewing the Display Screen
The phone’s Main screen displays while you are not
in a call or currently using a menu item. You must
view the Main screen to dial a phone number. Your
15. Navigation keys allow you to scroll through the
phone’s menu options and provides a shortcut
to phone functions from standby mode.
16. Camera Lens allows you to take a picture of
whatever is in front of the phone’s line of sight.
17. Battery Cover covers and secures the internal
battery.
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phone’s display screen provides a wealth of
information about your phone’s status and options.
Data sending: indicates your phone is
connected to a high-speed data
connection and currently sending
(uploading) data.
Display Indicators
Displays various
icons
Data receiving: indicates your phone is
connected to a high-speed data
connection and currently receiving
(downloading) data.
Text and Graphics
area
Data dormant: indicates your phone’s
high-speed data connection is dormant
(inactive).
Menu Options
Displays the
current menu
options associated
with each option
button
Alarm: indicates the phone’s alarm or
calendar feature is active and on.
Icon Glossary
The following list identifies the icons that display on
your phone’s screen:
Speaker on: indicates the speakerphone
mode is enabled.
Location: indicates the position location
feature is enabled.
For instructions on how to navigate to this icon
New text message: indicates that you
receivedanewmessage(text,picture,IM,
or email).
Signal: the more lines that display, the
stronger your signal.
New pic message: indicates that you
received a new picture message.
No service: indicates there is no signal or
service available and your phone is
searching for a network.
Newvoicemail:indicatesthatyoureceived
a new voicemail.
InUse: indicatesaVoicecallisinprogress.
New Virgin Alert: indicates that you
received a system notification message
regarding account information.
Data call on: indicates your phone is
connected to a data connection.
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Read textmessage: indicates that this text
message was read.
Bluetooth hidden: indicates the Bluetooth
device is currently hidden and not
transmitting.
Unread text message: indicates that this
text message is unread.
Device connected:indicatesthe Bluetooth
feature is currently active and connected
to a
Read pic message: indicates that this
picture message was read.
Bluetooth device.
Security: indicates the phone is currently
secured.
Unread pic message: indicates that this
picture message is unread.
Ringtone: indicates the ringer is set at a
level between 1 - 8 or that 1-Beep is
selected.
Sent text message: indicates the outgoing
message was sent.
Failed text message: indicates the
outgoing message was not sent due to a
system failure.
RingtoneOff:indicatestheringeristurned
off.
Vibrate: indicates that your phone is in
vibrate mode. The ringer does not make
any noise in this mode.
Sent pic message: indicates that the
picture message was sent.
Failed pic message: indicates that the
picture message failed to send.
Ringtone off+Vib: indicates that the
phone’s ringer is off and set to vibrate.
Draft text message: indicates that this text
message was saved as a draft.
Ringtone+Vib: indicates that the phone is
set to ring and vibrate.
Draft pic message: indicates that this
picture message was saved as a draft.
Battery: indicates your battery is fully
charged.
Bluetooth enable: indicates the Bluetooth
feature is currently active and enabled.
Low Battery: indicates your battery power
is low.
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Turning the Phone On
SelfTimer:indicatestheselftimerfunction
1. Press and hold
to power on the phone.
is enabled.
White balance Auto: indicates that the
white balance was set to automatically
adjust itself.
Tip: If the Password screen displays, use your keypad to enter
your four-digit password to unlock the phone. By default,
the password is the last four digits of the current phone
number.
White balance Sunny: indicates that the
white balance was set to Sunny.
Activating Your Virgin Mobile Account
Prior to using your new phone for talking, messaging,
or surfing the Web, you must first activate your
service with Virgin Mobile. You need your phone's
serial number (MEID) to activate your Virgin Mobile
account.
White balance Cloudy: indicates that the
white balance was set to Cloudy.
WhitebalanceTungsten: indicatesthatthe
white balance was set to Tungsten.
To find your serial number (MEID)
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
White balance Fluorescent: indicates that
the white balance was set to Fluorescent.
Button)
➔
Tools & Settings
➔
Phone Info
➔
MypictureLock:indicatesthatyourpicture
is locked.
Serial Number
.
2. Locate 18 (dec) digit MEID number (on the
MypictureDRM:indicatesthatthispicture
isDRMprotectedandmaynottransmitvia
a picture message.
second row) and write it down.
Registering your Information
Activate your account by one of two methods:
My picture Upload: indicates that a picture
file was uploaded to to an online album or
folder.
• Online:, click the ACTIVATE YOUR PHONE field, enter
your information and click Activate
.
• By Phone: 1-888-322-1122 (from another phone).
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That's it, you're done! Please note: it might take a
couple of hours to get the new number set up on the
Virgin Mobile network. Once the process is complete,
your phone receives a text message confirming the
number and you can begin making calls.
Programming Your Phone
Once your account is activated, you need to program
your new Virgin Mobile phone number into your
phone.
1. Turn on your phone.
Note: It may take up to 4 hours for VirginXL, Voicemail, and
2. Dial ##VIRGIN# (that's
Top-Up features to enable.
).
Finding Your Phone Number
3. From the Programming menu, scroll down to
ᮣ
From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings Phone Info My
Phone Number
Activate Phone and press
.
➔
➔
4. When your screen shows “Do you want to
.
activate your phone now?,” select Yes and
press
. This causes the phone to connect
to the network and validate itself.
5. When the screen shows “Hi. Press Start to
continue the activation process,” highlight
Start and press
. Your phone first shows
“We’re getting your phone number for you,”
and then displays your new Virgin Mobile
phone number. Write it down.
6. Highlight Finish and press
to complete the
activation process. Your phone turns off and
back on by itself.
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Section 3: My Account
You can manage your Virgin Mobile account directly
from your phone. The most important tasks are
outlined here. For more information about your
5. Enter your account PIN (vKey) and press
.
6. Use the navigation key to select Login and
press
.
7. Enter the Top-Up card’s PIN number and press
Top-Up is how you add money to your Virgin Mobile
account balance. You can Top-Up your Virgin Mobile
account right from your phone. First, buy a Top-Up
card at one of the thousands of retailers that carry
them, or register your debit card, credit card, or
.
8. Select Top Up Now and press
9. At the “Confirmation” screen, select Yes by
pressing
10. At the “Approved” screen, scroll to OK and
.
PayPal account at www.virginmobileusa.com
.
.
Checking your Account Balance
There are two ways to check your Virgin Mobile
account balance:
press
.
11. Press
to exit the process.
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•
From the Main screen, press the navigation key up.
Other Methods to Top-Up Your Account
Before you can Top-Up from your phone using a debit
card, credit card, or PayPal account; you must first
register the card or PayPal account at
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) My Account
2. Use the navigation keys to scroll to the Top-Up
link and press
3. Enter your Account PIN and press
From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button)
➔
My Account. Your balance and important
account information display on-screen.
When your balance is low, you can Top-Up your
account from your phone as follows:
.
Top-Up Your Minutes with a Top-Up Card
1. Buy a Top-Up card from any available retailer.
➔
.
2. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button)
3. Use the navigation keys to scroll to the Top-Up
link and press
➔
My Account.
.
.
.
4. Scroll down to select “Login” and press
.
4. With the “Top-Up card” field highlighted, press
5. Scroll down to Credit Card and press
.
.
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6. Enter the amount you wish to add to your
account and press
.
Your phone validates the amount you want to
Top-Up.
7. Scroll down to select "Yes" and press
.
8. Once your phone announces “You’re Topped-
Up” press
9. Press
.
to exit the process.
Additional Information
To get more information about your Virgin Mobile
account, as well as other Virgin Mobile services, visit
us at www.virginmobileusa.com
.
My Account
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Section 4: Menu Tree
This section explains the menu navigation for your
phone. It also includes an outline of all the available
menus associated with your phone.
Using Shortcuts
Numbered menu items, such as menus, sub-menus,
and options can be quickly accessed by using their
shortcut numbers. In Menu mode, Main Menus can be
accessed by pressing the number keys (1 to 0)
corresponding to their location on the screen.
Menu Navigation
Menus and sub-menus can be accessed by scrolling
through them using the Navigation keys or by using
the shortcut keys.
Example: The following example shows how to find your phone
Accessing a Menu Function by Scrolling
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) to access Menu mode.
number.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button).
2. Scroll using the navigation keys to reach a main
menu, Tools & Settings for example (lower-right
screen).
2. Press
3. Press
4. Press
for Tools & Settings
for Phone Info
for My Phone Number
.
.
.
3. Press
to enter the menu.
4. To scroll through these menus, press either the
Up or Down navigation key or the Volume key
(located on the left side of your phone).
5. Highlight an option and press
or press the
Select (Left Option Button) to make your
selection.
6. To return to the previous menu level, press
Back (Right Option Button).
7. To exit the menu without changing the settings,
press
.
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Section 5: Phone Usage
This section guides you through the processes to
make and receive calls, adjust your call volume,
utilize the Recent Calls list, and use the 911 mode.
2. To end the current call, press
.
Note: To ignore incoming calls, press Ignore (Right Option
Button).
Making and Answering Calls
Making Calls
1. Enter a phone number and press
the call, press
If the incoming call is from a number stored in your
Contacts, the associated name displays. If the
incoming caller was not stored in your Contacts list,
only the phone number displays. For all incoming
calls, the following options are available. To select an
option, press the corresponding option button.
. To end
.
Note: To modify the phone number you entered, press
to
erase one digit at a time. To erase the entire number,
press and hold
.
•
Answer to answer the incoming call. (This is the same as
pressing .)
•
Ignore to send the call to your voicemail box. (This is the
same as pressing the Right Option button.)
Note: If “CALL FAILED” displays on the screen or the line is
busy, press
,
, or redial the number. If you activate
the “AUTO RETRY” function, the phone automatically
redials the number of times specified.
If “Enter lock code” displays on the screen enter your 4-
digit password to unlock your phone.
Adjusting your Call Answer Options
You can set your phone to answer calls using one of
three available options: Talk key, Any Key, or Slider
Up.
Answering Calls
1. When your phone rings or vibrates, press
to answer the incoming call. (Depending on
your phone’s settings, you may also answer
incoming calls by pressing any number key.)
– or –
1. From the Main screen, press Menu
➔
Tools &
Settings Call Options Call Answer.
➔
➔
2. Select one of the following and press
.
• Talk Key: answers an incoming call only after
pressing
.
Press Answer (Left Option Button). (Depending
on your settings, you can also answer
incoming calls by using one of the answer
• Any Key: answers an incoming call if any key on the
phone is pressed. This includes the volume key,
Speaker key, or side Camera key.
• Slider Up: answers an incoming call automatically if
the phone slides open.
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•
Serving system -provides information regarding your
communicating network.
Active Call Options
Pressing Options (Right Option Button) during an
active call displays a list of features that can be used
during the course of an active call. To select an
option, press the corresponding keypad number or
Icon glossary - displays a complete list of the icons
being used by your phone.
End-of-Call Options
highlight the option and press
options are available:
. The following
After receiving a call from or making a call to a phone
number that is not in your Contacts list, the phone
number and the phone number, time, and duration of
the call display.
•
Speaker on/off (1) allows you to turn the speaker on
or off.
•
Key Mute or Key Unmute (2) allows you to mute the key
tones on your phone so the other party cannot hear you
pressing any keys on your phone.
ᮣ
Select Save (Left Option Button) to add the new
number to your Contacts list by selecting either:
–
New Entry: to create a new Contacts entry.
•
•
•
Contacts (3) opens the Contacts menu.
–
Existing Entry: to add (append) the information to an
existing Contacts entry. For more information, refer to
Messaging (4) opens the Messaging menu options.
Recent Calls (5) checks your call log from the Outgoing,
Incoming, Missed, and Recent calls listings. This option
also allows you to erase the logs from these listings.
When you make or receive a call to a number stored
in your Contact list, when the call ends, the contact
name, phone number, and duration time for the call
information displays on the screen.
•
•
Phone info (7) provides the following menu options:
ᮣ
Select Call (Left Option Button) to redial the last
•
•
•
•
•
•
My phone number - displays your current phone
number.
received phone number.
Software version - displays your current software
(phone firmware) version.
Adjusting the Volume Level
During an Active Call
Hardware version - displays the details of your
phone’s hardware information.
ᮣ
Press and hold the volume key (
down.
) up or
up
Serial Number - displays details regarding your
phone’s unique network identification.
From the Main Screen
PRL - displays your phone’s current PRL (preferred
roaming list).
1. From the Main screen, press
or down to choose from one of the following
settings:
Browser version - displays the current software
version of your phone’s built-in browser.
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•
Silence All, Vibrate, Ringtone off, 1-Beep, Levels 1-8.
2. If either Vibrate or Silence All is selected, the
One Digit Speed Dialing (2 - 9)
Main screen displays the selected option.
ᮣ
Press and hold the corresponding memory number
for more than 1 second. The display then confirms
what number was dialed by showing the name and
number of the outgoing speed dial call.
Finding an Existing Phone Number
While viewing the Main screen, you can search your
Contacts entries for phone numbers that contain a
specific string of numbers. To find a phone number:
1. Enter three or more of the last digits
associated with the contact’s phone number.
(The more numbers you enter, the more
specific the search becomes.)
Two Digit Speed Dialing (10 - 99)
ᮣ
Press and release the first digit, then press and
hold the second digit for more than 1 second. The
display then confirms what number was dialed by
showing the name and number of the outgoing
speed dial call.
Note: You can store up to 98 numbers in your phone’s speed
dial and then access them by either pressing a button or
two.
Note: Location 1 is reserved for voicemail. Locations 2-99 are
unassigned. To assign a speed dial location, please see
2. Select Options (Right Option Button)
➔
Find. (All
matching Contacts entries display.)
3. Highlight the desired entry and press either
Speakerphone
The speakerphone feature lets you hear audio
through the speaker and talk without holding the
phone.
or Call (Left Option Button).
Speed Dialing
Ideal for frequently dialed numbers, this feature
allows you to dial entries in your contact list using the
keypad with only one or two key presses. You can
store up to 99 numbers in your phone’s speed dial
and then activate them by either pressing a button or
two. With this feature, you can dial speed dial entries
using one key press (for locations 2–9) or two key
presses (for locations 10–99). For more information,
1. To activate the speakerphone while on a call,
press and hold
. A “Speaker Mode On”
message displays on the screen.
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2. Press and hold
to make the phone
Note: Call waiting is a system dependent feature. Please
route audio back through the earpiece
contact your service provider for details.
“Speaker Mode Off.” The phone also returns to
this “normal” operation after ending a call or
when the phone is turned off and back on.
Using the Recent Calls List
Any time you place, accept, or miss a call, a record of
the call is saved in the Recent list. When you view the
numbers in this list, an icon to the left of the number
indicates the call type:
Caller ID Function
Identifies an incoming caller by displaying their phone
number. If the caller’s name and number are already
stored in your Contacts list, both their name and
number displays on the screen. If you choose not to
display your number to the receiving party, just follow
these easy steps.
Dialed: indicates all outgoing calls made
from your device.
Received:indicatesanyreceivedcallsthat
were answered.
1. Press
.
Missed: indicates any missed calls.
2. Use your keypad to enter the number yo wish to
call.
3. Press
. This temporarily blocks your contact
Making calls from the Recent Calls list
1. Press the navigation key down to access the
Recent Calls list.
information from displaying on the recipient’s phone.
Call Waiting Function
During an active call, Call Waiting notifies you when a
new incoming call is being received by playing a
series of short beeps and displaying the caller’s phone
number and name (if available).
– or –
From the Main screen, press Menu
Calls
2. Select a category and press
• Missed Calls - Displays all missed calls.
➔
Recent
.
1. To answer another call while on the phone,
.
press
. This places the first call on hold.
• Received Calls - Displays all incoming calls that were
2. To switch back to the first caller, press
answered.
again.
• Outgoing Calls - Displays all outgoing calls.
• All Calls - Displays all received, dialed, and missed
calls in one list.
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• Call Timers - Displays Call Info for Last call or Recent
3. Press the navigation key
up or down to
.
calls.
highlight an option and press
3. Use either the navigation key or volume key to
Call Timers
This option lets you check the talk time and manage
your calls within the limit you set. The two call timers
scroll through the available list of numbers.
4. Highlight the number and press
.
include: Last Call and Recent Calls
1. From the Main screen, press Menu
Calls Call Timers
.
Note: After 75 incoming, outgoing or missed calls, the oldest
➔
Recent
call is automatically erased from the history.
➔
.
Using the Recent Calls Options
2. Select either Last Call or Recent Calls and press
You can use a listed number (found within any of the
four categories of Recent Call types) to access a
variety of calling options.
to view the call details and times.
• Last Call: Displays the Call information and time
usage for the last call (made or received).
1. From the Main screen, press Menu
➔
Recent
• Recent Calls: Displays both the number of recent
calls and their total call time.
Calls, select a category (Missed calls, Received
calls, Outgoing calls, or All calls) and press
.
Note: To reset the Recent Calls counters, press Reset (Right
Option Button).
2. Use either the navigation key or volume key to
highlight a phone number and press Options
(Right Option Button). The following options are
shown:
911 In Lock Mode
The 911 feature puts the phone in an Emergency Call
mode when the pre-programmed 911 emergency
number is dialed. This feature is also accessible
while in Lock mode or when out of a service area.
• Send text msg: Send a Text message to the selected
number.
1. Use the keypad to enter 911, then press
.
• Send pic msg: Send a Picture message to the
selected number.
2. When the call ends, the phone returns to Lock
Mode.
• Erase: To erase the selected entry.
• Erase all: To erase all entries in the current Recent
Calls list.
Note: The 911 call is not recorded in the Recent Call list.
Phone Usage
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Section 6: Text Input
This section guides you through the steps needed to
use the keypad for text input.
• Text options to configure any of these options: Auto
Capital, Used word Dic., Display Cand., Prediction
Start, Dual Language, Insert Space, Next word Pred.,
You can enter letters, numbers, and symbols using
several entry modes: T9 (English), Abc, Symbols, and
Number. Not all options are available for every text
entry screen. An indicator for the current entry mode
displays at the bottom right of the text entry screen
when you are entering letters and numbers. These
options are available whenever you are prompted to
enter text (for example, within either Contacts entry
or Text/Picture Messaging).
Entering Text
Entering Characters Using T9 Input Mode
T9 mode uses a built-in dictionary to select a word
based on the letters you've entered. A word can be
entered more quickly by pressing each key once per
character. If both the Prediction Start and Display
Candidate text options are enabled, do not type out
the entire word, but rather, scroll through the list of
words provided and select the word you want.
To select an entry mode:
ᮣ
From a text entry screen, select Options (Right
Option Button) then select from one of the
following options:
1. Press Options (Right Option Button) then select
T9(English) from the list. The T9 word icon then
displays at the bottom right of the screen.
• T9(English) to enter text using the phone’s built-in
“prediction system,” reducing the number of keys
2. For each letter of the word, press the
corresponding number key once. For example,
• Abcto navigate through the series of keypad-specific
to enter the word “any,” press:
.
,
,
• Number to enter numbers by pressing the numbers
Note: When entering text in this mode, press
to cycle the
T9WORD
on the keypad (see page 23).
letter capitalization (T9word
➔
T9Word
➔
)
used on the current word.
• Autotext to enter pre-programmed messages (see
page 23).
3. If the word doesn't match, press
to look
• Recent msg to enter a message from a list of
at other word matches currently found within
the current dictionary.
• Emoticons to enter different Emoticons (see
page 24).
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Entering Symbols
Note: Text prediction begins providing a list of possible choices
if both the Text Options Display Candidate feature is
enabled and three (or more) characters are entered.
➔
Symbols mode allows you to enter emoticon faces.
(i.e smiley face, sad face)
1. Press Options (Right Option Button) then select
Symbols from the list. A table displays on the
screen that associates each character with a
key on the phone.
4. When you see the word, press
to accept
the word and enter a space.
•
•
To enter a space, press
.
To delete a single character, press
one character. Press and hold
current characters.
to delete
to delete all the
2. Select the desired symbol by pressing the
corresponding number on the keypad.
•
Press the corresponding character keys only once.
For example, to enter the word “John,” you would
Entering Numbers
press
.
Number mode allows you to enter numbers.
1. Press Options (Right Option Button) then select
Number from the list. The 123 icon then
displays on the bottom right portion of the
screen.
Entering Characters Using Abc Input Mode
Use the number keys to enter letters, numbers and
symbols.
1. Press Options (Right Option Button) then select
Abc from the list. The abc icon then displays at
the bottom right of the screen.
2. To enter a number, press the corresponding
number key.
2. Find the key that corresponds to the letter you
want to enter and press it as many times as
needed for the desired letter to display on the
screen.
Using Autotext
Autotext allows you to select from several short text
messages. These can include short pre-programmed
messages such as, “You busy?,” “You there?,” etc.
1. Press Options (Right Option Button) then select
•
•
To enter a space, press
.
Autotext from the list.
To delete a single character, press
one character. Press and hold
current characters.
to delete
to delete all the
2. Press the navigation key up or down to
highlight an autotext entry and press
.
•
For example, to enter the word “John,” you would
need to press once, press three times,
press twice, and press twice.
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capitalization, custom word usage, and auto-
completing the most commonly entered words.
Note: An autotext entry can also be chosen by pressing the
corresponding numeric key. This selects the entry and
inserts it into the current location within the message
text.
1. Press Options (Right Option Button) then select
Text Options and then use the navigation key to
scroll down the list and alter any of the
available text entry options:
Using Recent Messages
Recent Message mode allows you to enter a recently
used message.
• Auto Capital allows you to turn capitalization on or off
for the next character that comes after a punctuation
mark followed by a space.
1. Press Options (Right Option Button) then select
Recent msg from the list.
• Used word Dic. allows you to store frequently used
words and then predict their usage the next time the
word is used in text mode.
2. Select the recent message from the list by
pressing the navigation key
up or down
• Display Cand. (Display Candidate) allows the phone
to display predicted words. The list must contain at
least two words for this feature to activate.
to highlight the message and press
.
Note: A recent message entry can also be chosen by pressing
the corresponding numeric key. This selects the
message entry and inserts it into the current location
within the message text.
• Prediction Start allows you to configure the phone to
display suggested word candidates after a preset
number of characters are entered. You can choose
for the prediction feature to begin after the 3rd, 4th,
or 5th letters.
Inserting Emoticons
Emoticon mode allows you to enter Smiley icons.
1. Press Options (Right Option Button) then select
Emoticons from the list.
• Dual Language allows you to select word candidates
to display in English only (None) or in English and
Spanish (Spanish).
• Insert Space allows you to turn on or off the ability to
insert a space automatically after a word is selected
from the list of suggested words.
2. Select an emoticon from the list by pressing
the key corresponding to the emoticon.
• Next word pred. allows you to turn on or off the
ability to predict the next word when entering a text
message.
Modifying Text Options
The Text Options menu allows you to alter the
automated input features used during the text entry
process. These options quicken the text entry
process by correcting for spelling, spacing,
• Word compl. allows you to turn on or off the ability to
automatically complete words as you type them using
words in the dictionary.
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2. After completing your changes to these options,
select Close (Right Option Button) to store your
changes and return to the previous text entry
screen.
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Section 7: Messaging
This section guides you through the steps utilized to
both create and manage messages (both text and
multimedia).
3. Once you’ve chosen your recipients, select
Next (Left Option Button).
4. Enter the text for the message. As you begin to
enter a character, you are taken to a text entry
Sending Text Messages
You can send text messages to phones that are
capable of receiving them or to email addresses.
pricing. You can send a message to a maximum of 10
recipients. The messages are sent one at a time,
once to each recipient. Standard text messaging
charges apply for each recipient.
5. Select Done (Left Option Button) when you are
finished entering text.
6. Select Send (Left Option Button) to start the
delivery process.
Creating a Text Message
Creating a Picture Message
1. Select Menu
➔
Messaging
➔
Send text msg.
1. Select Menu
➔
Messaging
➔
Send picture msg.
2. Use the keypad to enter a recipient’s phone
number or email address.
2. Use the keypad to enter a recipient’s phone
number or email address and press
– or –
.
– or –
Use the navigation key to select the Contacts
Use the navigation key to select the Contacts
List field and press . Then place check
List field and press
. Then place check
marks adjacent to those current Contacts
entries you want to send the outgoing
message to and press Next (Left Option
Button).
marks adjacent to those current Contacts
entries you would like to send the outgoing
message to and press Next (Left Option
Button).
Tip: You can also select Options (Right Option Button) and
choose a recipient from either the: Recent Call Recent To,
,
Tip: You can also select Options (Right Option Button) and
or Groups
.
choose a recipient from either the: Recent Call
,
Recent To
,
or Groups
.
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3. Once you’ve chosen your recipients, select Next
message:
(Left Option Button).
•
Select View (Left Option Button) to read the new
message.
4. Enter a subject and body text for the message.
As you begin to enter a character, you are taken
to a text entry screen.
•
Select Dismiss (Right Option Button) to ignore the
message and review it at a later time. These ignored
messages can later be accessed via the Inbox (see
5. Once you’ve finished entering your subject,
Replying to a Text Message
1. While the message is open, select Reply (Left
Option Button).
select Done (Left Option Button).
6. Use the Down Navigation key to highlight More
Use the Right Navigation key to select the
(Picture ICON) and press
.
– or –
.
Select Options (Right Option Button), choose a
7. The My pictures folder displays. Use the
message option and press
.
Navigation keys to make your picture selection
• Call initiates a new call to the sender of the currently
viewed message.
and press
.
• Forward forwards the current message and forward
•
Press Camera (Left Option Button) to take a new
its contents to another recipient.
picture and then press Add (Left Option Button) to add
the new picture to your My pictures folder.
• Save address stores the current number into the
Contacts list as either a New Entry or Existing Entry.
•
Replace the current picture by first selecting a new
one from the My pictures folder and then pressing
Add (Right Option Button) to attach it to the current
message.
• Save auto text stores the text contents of the
message as a new Autotext message.
8. Select Send (Left Option Button) to begin the
• Save message saves the current text message in the
delivery process.
"Saved" folder.
Retrieving a New Text Message
• Erase deletes the current message.
Once your phone detects a new incoming message, a
New Msg. notification displays on the screen. This
notification contains the originating phone number
and delivery time/date information.
Sending Picture Messages
You can send picture messages to phones that are
capable of receiving them or to email addresses.
pricing. You can send a message to a maximum of 10
ᮣ
You can choose to either read or ignore the new
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recipients. The messages are sent one at a time,
once to each recipient. Standard messaging charges
apply for each recipient.
6. Use the navigation key to scroll to the bottom
of the screen and select a multimedia option:
More
Inserts another page to the text message.
1. Select Menu
➔
Messaging
➔
Send picture msg.
Sound: allows you to record a new audio
fileusingthephone’smicrophone(Record
New) or by attaching a pre-existing sound
file from the Sound Album.
2. Use the keypad to enter a recipient’s phone
number or email address
– or –
Use the navigation key to select the Contacts
Picture: inserts a picture from the current
My Pictures (Photo Gallery).
List field and press
. Then place check
marks adjacent to your desired Contacts
7. Select Send (Left Option Button) to begin the
entries and press Next (Left Option Button).
delivery process.
Tip: You can also select Options (Right Option Button) and
Sending an Instant Message (IM)
choose a recipient from either the: Recent Call Recent To,
,
or Groups
.
1. Select Menu
➔
Messaging
➔
Send IM.
2. Press the
Accept or Decline (Left Option
3. Once you’ve chosen your recipients, select
Button) to select an Instant Messaging
application.
Next (Left Option Button).
4. Enter a subject and body text for the message.
As you begin to enter a character, you are
taken to a text entry screen. For more
3. Select an IM application and press
.
Note: If you did not download an IM application, the “Please
download first” message displays on the screen. Press
to download the desired application.
4. Use the keypad to enter the required sign-in
5. Once you’ve finished entering your subject,
information for the selected IM application,
select Done (Left Option Button).
select Sign In and press
.
Sending an Email Message
1. Select Menu
➔
Messaging
➔
Send email msg
and press
.
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2. At the Standard messaging rates apply prompt
press the Accept or Decline option button.
• Save autotext stores the text contents of the
message as a new Autotext message.
3. Select an email provider and press
.
• Save message to move the text message from the
Note: If you did not download an email client, the “The IM/Email
Inbox to the Saved folder.
Client must be installed before the feature can be used”
message displays. Press
client application.
to download the desired
• Erase deletes the current message.
Inbox Folder Options
®
ᮣ
From the Inbox folder (without opening a message
from the list), press Options (Right Option Button) to
reveal the folder options:
4. If you are using Yahoo! Mail, press the I Agree
(Left Option Button) to agree to terms and
conditions.
• Reply with copy to reply to selected message’s
initiator with both your new text and a copy of the
current message contents.
5. Use the keypad to enter the required sign-in
information for the email provider, such as
username, email address, and password.
• Forward to take the current message and forward its
contents to another recipient.
6. Select Sign In (Left Option Button).
• Move to saved to move the currently highlighted
message to the Saved folder. The original is moved
and not a copy.
Accessing your Inbox
1. Select Menu
➔
Messaging
➔
Inbox.
• Save address stores the current number into the
Contacts list as either a New Entry or Existing Entry.
2. Select a message from the list and press
.
The contents of the message displays.
3. While the message is open, select Reply (Left
• Message details provides a detailed description of
the message’s properties such as: From, Date,
Callback number, and Priority level.
Option Button).
– or –
Select Options (Right Option Button), choose a
• Erase deletes the currently highlighted message from
the list.
message option and press
.
• Forward to take the current message and forward its
contents to another recipient.
• Save address to store the current number into the
Contacts list as either a New Entry or Existing Entry.
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Clearing the Voicemail notification icon
• Erase multiple deletes selected messages from the
list.
ᮣ
Select Menu
Icon
Accessing your Sent Folder
➔
Messaging
➔
Voicemail
➔
Clear
• Erase all deletes all messages from the Inbox folder.
.
Reviewing your Virgin Mobile Alerts
1. Select Menu
➔
Messaging
➔
Virgin Alerts.
This folder manages and lists those messages which
were sent (or replied to) from your phone.
2. Select an alert from the list and press
.
The alert message displays.
1. Select Menu
➔
Messaging
➔
Sent.
Accessing your Voicemail Messages
2. Select a message from the list and press
.
Even if your phone is in use or turned off, all
unanswered calls are automatically routed to your
voicemail. Upon activation, your phone is setup with
default voicemail settings and a standard outgoing
message. When you receive a new voice message,
your phone alerts you and prompts you to call your
voicemail.
The contents of the message displays.
3. While the message is open, select OK (Left
Option Button) to return to the previous screen.
– or –
Select Options (Right Option Button), choose a
message option and press
.
Calling your Voicemail
• Callto initiate a new call to the sender of the currently
viewed message.
ᮣ
Press and hold
– or –
.
• Forward to take the current message and forward its
contents to another recipient.
Select Menu
voicemail
Voicemail Notification
➔
Messaging
➔
Voicemail
➔
Dial
• Save message moves the text message from the
Inbox to the Saved folder.
.
• Save address stores the current number into the
Contacts list as either a New Entry or Existing Entry.
There are several ways your phone alerts you to a
new message:
•
By displaying a pop-up message and an icon on the
screen.
• Erase deletes the current message.
•
By sounding the assigned ringer type.
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Sent Folder Options
2. Select a message from the list and press
.
The contents of the message displays.
ᮣ
From the Sent folder (without having opened a
message from the list), press Forward (Left Option
Button) to forward the current message to a new
recipient.
Saved Folder Options
ᮣ
From the Saved folder (without having opened a
message from the list), press Options (Right Option
– or –
Button) to reveal the folder options:
Press Options (Right Option Button) to reveal the
folder options:
• Erase deletes the currently highlighted message from
the list.
• Erase multiple deletes selected messages from the
list.
• Resend to resend the currently selected sent
message.
• Erase all deletes all messages from the Inbox folder.
• Move to saved to move the currently highlighted
message to the Saved folder. The original is moved
and not a copy.
Configuring your Message Settings
Setting your default message ringtone
• Save address stores the current number into the
Contacts list as either a New Entry or Existing Entry.
1. Select Menu
Ringtones
2. Use the navigation key to select a ringtone and
press . The selected ringtone plays when
➔
Messaging
➔
Msg settings
➔
.
• Message details provides a detailed description of
the message’s properties such as: From, Date,
Callback number, and
an incoming Text or Multimedia message is
received.
Priority level.
• Erase deletes the currently highlighted message from
the list.
Setting your default text entry method
• Erase multiple deletes selected messages from the
list.
1. Select Menu
Text entry
2. Select either T9 Word
press . This becomes the displayed default
text entry method for any text input screen.
➔
Messaging
➔
Msg settings
➔
.
• Erase all deletes all messages from the Inbox folder.
,
Abc, or Number and
Accessing your Saved Folder
This folder manages and lists those messages which
were stored to the Saved folder.
1. Select Menu
➔
Messaging
➔
Saved.
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Editing the Auto Text entries
Messaging
Adding a Signature
1. Select Menu
Autotext
2. Edit the entry by either:
➔
➔
Msg settings
➔
The signature you create here is added at the end of
all outgoing messages and is also counted against
your character limit. The only way to view this
signature as part of the current outgoing message is
to Preview the message prior to delivery.
.
•
Highlighting an entry from the list and press
.
•
Pressing Edit (Left Option Button).
1. Select Menu
Signature
2. Enable the ‘Use signature’ field by highlighting
it and pressing
➔
Messaging
➔
Msg settings
➔
3. Press and hold
to delete all the current
.
text. Use the keypad to enter the new text.
4. Select Done (Left Option Button) to store the
.
new or modified Autotext entry.
3. Use the keypad to enter your signature into the
Adjusting the Save to Sent Folder
This option allows you to automatically save a
message after sending it.
4. Select Save (Left Option Button) to store the
new signature.
1. Select Menu
Save to Sent
2. Select Auto Save
press
➔
Messaging
➔
Msg settings
➔
Editing Groups
.
This provides quick access to the Groups listing,
where you can create or modify existing Group
entries.
,
Prompt, or Do not Save and
.
ᮣ
Select Menu
➔
Messaging
➔
Msg settings
➔
Adjusting the Message Reminder Settings
This option allows you to configure how often the
phone reminds you of an unread message in your
Inbox.
Setting the Auto Erase Feature
1. Select Menu
➔
Messaging
➔
Msg settings
➔
This feature automatically erases any previously read
Inbox messages after new messages arrive.
Message Reminder
.
2. Select Off Once, or Every 2 min and press
,
1. Select Menu
Auto Erase
2. Select Off or On and press
➔
Messaging
➔
Msg settings
➔
.
.
.
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Erasing Messages
1. Select Menu Messaging
2. Choose the Message location and press Select
Option Button or
Options include: Inbox
➔
➔
Erase Msgs.
.
•
,
Sent, Saved, All Messages
(deletes messages stored in the other three
categories).
3. Read the displayed message and select Yes (to
delete the categories’ messages) or No (to
cancel the operation) and press
.
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Section 8: Contacts
This section guides you through the steps necessary
to create new contacts, find existing contacts, assign
contacts to a group, and assign contact entries to a
speed dial location.
5. Press the Down Navigation key and enter a
phone number in one of the categories.
6. Select Done (Left Option Button) to store the
new entry.
Saving a Phone Number
Storing a Number After a Call
1. After the call ends, select Save (Left Option
Button).
The Contacts list can store a maximum of 500 phone
numbers in total, with each contact entry containing
a maximum of 5 phone numbers. Each entry’s name
can contain up to 20 characters. Your phone
automatically sorts these Contacts entries in
alphabetical order.
2. Repeat the procedures from the previous
Storing a number from the Main screen
1. From the Main screen, after entering the phone
Adding a New Entry
number, select Options (Right Option Button)
Save
➔
1. Select Menu (Left Option Button)
Add new
➔
Contacts
➔
.
.
2. Select New entry or Existing entry and press
2. Enter a name for the entry using the numeric
.
keys.
3. Select a label (Mobile, Home, Office, Pager, or
Others) and press
3. Use the keypad to enter a name for the
enter additional information for this contact
into the remaining fields, such as an Email, IM,
URL, Group, Speed Dial, Name ringtone, Text
tones, and Add Photo.
.
4. Use the keypad to enter a name for the
choose to enter additional information for this
contact into the remaining fields, such as an
Email, IM, URL, Group, Speed Dial, Name
ringtone, Text tones, and Add Photo.
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4. Select Done (Left Option Button) once you are
done making changes and you are ready to
store the new entry.
2. Select either a Hard pause (“P” displays) or a
Time pause (2 seconds) (“T” displays).
3. Enter additional numbers and additional
pauses.
Using the Hard or Time Pause Features
Pauses are used for automated systems (i.e.,
voicemail, automated call in systems, etc.). You can
insert a pause after a phone number then enter
additional sets of numbers, which are then dialed with
either manual intervention (Hard Pause) or
automatically (Time Pause).
4. Select Options (Right Option Button) ➔ Save to
save the number in your Contacts list. For more
5. Select the number type (Mobile, Home, Office,
Pager, or Others) and press Done (Left Option
button).
There are two
types of pauses
available on
Dialing a Number Using a Hard Pause or Time
Pause
your phone:
•
Hard Pause
ᮣ
Select Contacts (Right Option Button), use the
sends the next
set of numbers
only after you
navigation key to select a previously stored entry
and press
.
press
This is indicated
with a within
.
Note: When dialing a number with a Hard pause, press the Talk
P
key to send the next set of numbers.
the number
sequence.
Finding a Contact Name
1. Select Menu (Left Option Button)
•
Time Pause automatically sends the next set of numbers
after two seconds. This is indicated with a
number sequence.
➔
Contacts
➔
T
within the
Find Name. The list of your current contacts
displays in alphabetical order.
Saving a Hard Pause or Time Pause
1. From the Main screen, enter a phone number
then press Options
2. Use the keypad to enter a name or scroll
through the list to highlight the Contacts entry
you want. If more than one contact is listed,
highlight the contact you want.
(Right Option Button).
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3. Select Send msg (Left Option Button) to place a
call to the selected Contacts entry.
– or –
4. Enter a new group name and select Done (Left
Option Button). For more information, refer to
Press
– or –
to view the Contacts entry’s details.
Creating Speed Dial Assignments
From the Main screen, calls can be placed to
numbers stored within speed dial assignments by
pressing & holding the corresponding location on the
keypad. You can store up to 99 numbers in your
phone’s speed dial and then activate them by either
pressing a button or two. With this feature, you can
dial speed dial entries using one key press (for
locations 2–9) or two key presses (for locations 10–
99).
Select Options (Right Option Button) to either
Edit or Erase the current entry.
Group Settings
Adding a New Group
1. Select Menu (Left Option Button)
➔
Contacts
➔
Groups
2. Select Options (Right Option Button)
group
.
➔
Add new
1. Select Menu (Left Option Button)
Speed dial
➔
Contacts
➔
.
.
3. Enter a new group name and select Done (Left
2. Select an empty speed dial location and select
Assign (Left Option Button). You are then taken
to your Contacts list where you can then
choose an existing contact to assign to the
selected location.
Editing a Group Name
1. Select Menu (Left Option Button)
Groups
2. Highlight an existing group from the list and
select Options (Right Option Button) Rename
group
3. Press and hold
➔
Contacts
➔
.
Note: If the contact has more than one number saved, press
and use the navigation key to select the correct
number for the speed dial location.
➔
.
3. With the correct entry selected, press
or
to delete the current title
select Assign (Left Option Button) to make the
new assignment.
and then use the keypad to edit or add new
text.
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Section 9: Tools
This section shows you how to use the features that
can help keep you in touch with your contacts, best
manage your time (schedules and tasks), free your
hands to communication via Bluetooth.
•
Press
3. Select Reset (Left Option Button) to clear all
current values. Press to calculate a total.
Alarm Clock
for a decimal point.
Using the Calculator
Your phone comes with a built-in alarm clock that can
be set to multiple profiles. To set the alarm:
1. Select Menu (Left Option Button)
Settings Tools Calculator
2. Enter the first number using your keypad.
➔
Tools &
➔
➔
.
1. Select Menu (Left Option Button)
Settings Tools Alarm clock
2. Select Alarm #1 Alarm #2, or Alarm #3 and
press
➔
Tools &
➔
➔
.
•
•
•
•
•
Press the navigation key up for Multiplication (x)
Press the navigation key down for Division (÷)
Press the navigation key left for Subtraction (-)
Press the navigation key right for Addition (+)
.
,
.
.
.
3. Turn the alarm on or off by highlighting the
.
Alarm field.
Press
point.
or (Left Option Button) for a decimal
•
Press the navigation key left or right to select On or
Off
.
•
•
Press
for a negative number.
4. Select a time for the alarm by highlighting the
Press Clear (Right Option Button) to clear all
numbers.
Time field.
•
Press
calculations.
Up and Down to review your
•
Use the keypad to enter an alarm time. Press AM/PM
(Right Option Button) to toggle between AM or PM
.
3. Enter the second number and press
Equals (=)
for
5. Select a ringer type for the alarm by
highlighting the ringer field and select Edit
(Right Option Button).
.
Using the Tip Calculator
1. Select Menu (Left Option Button)
➔
Tools &
•
Select the desired ringer from the list and press
.
Settings
➔
Tools
➔
Tip calculator.
6. Select a repeating status for the alarm by
highlighting the Repeat field.
2. Use the keypad to enter values into the fields
provided.
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•
Press the navigation key left or right to select Daily
,
• 10min before
,
30min before, 1 Hr before, No
Once Mon to Fri, or Sat & Sun
,
.
Alarm, or On Time.
7. Select a snooze interval for the alarm by
7. Select a repeat status for the event by
highlighting the Snooze field.
highlighting the repeat field and pressing the
navigation key left or right to select one of the
following:
•
Press the navigation key left or right to select
5
minutes 10 minutes 15 minutes, or 20 minutes.
,
,
8. Select Done (Left Option Button).
• Once
8. Select a ringer type for the alarm by
highlighting the ringer field and pressing
Press the navigation key up or down to select the
desired ringer and press
,
Daily
,
Weekly
,
Monthly, or Yearly
.
Using the Scheduler
Adding an Event
.
1. Select Menu (Left Option Button)
➔
Tools &
•
.
Settings
➔
Tools
➔
Calendar
➔
Scheduler
.
9. Select a start time for the event by highlighting
2. Use the navigation key to highlight the day to
the Start field.
which you would like to add an event and
•
Use the keypad to enter a start time and date. Press
press
.
AM/PM (Right Option Button) to toggle between AM
or PM
.
3. Select Add new (Left Option Button).
10. Select an end time for the event by highlighting
4. Enter a title for the event and select Next (Left
the End field.
•
Use the keypad to enter an ending time and date.
Press AM/PM (Right Option Button) to toggle
5. Press the navigation key left or right to select a
between AM or PM
.
schedule category:
11. Select a contact for the event by highlighting
the Contact field and pressing
Select a contact from the list and press
place a check mark beside the selection.
.
• Appointment
,
Business, Personal, Vacation, or
Birthday
.
•
to
6. Select an alarm time for the event by
highlighting the alarm field and pressing the
navigation key left or right to select one of the
following:
12. Select Done (Left Option Button) to store the
new scheduled event and return to the saved
list.
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Viewing Today’s Events
Creating a New Task
ᮣ
Select Menu (Left Option Button)
Tools Calendar Today
➔
Tools & Settings
1. Select Menu (Left Option Button)
➔
Tools &
➔
➔
➔
.
Settings
➔
Tools
➔
Calendar
➔
Task List and
press
.
Viewing your Scheduled Events
2. Enter the task name using the keypad and
press or select Next (Left Option Button).
1. Select Menu (Left Option Button)
➔
Tools &
Scheduler
2. Use the navigation to select the day you would
like to view events for and press . (If
Settings
➔
Tools
➔
Calendar
➔
.
3. Select a priority level by highlighting the Priority
field and then use the navigation key left or
right to select either Low or High
.
events are scheduled for the selected day, they
are listed in chronological order.)
4. Select a due time by highlighting the Due Time
field and then use the keypad to enter the time
the task is due.
3. Select the desired event and press
to
display the details.
•
Press AM/PM (Right Option Button) to toggle between
AM or PM
Erasing a Day’s Events
.
1. Select Menu (Left Option Button)
Settings Tools Calendar
2. Use the navigation to select the day you would
like view and press
3. Select Options (Right Option Button) Erase all.
➔
Tools &
5. Select a due date by highlighting the Due Date
field and then use the keypad to enter the date
the task is due.
➔
➔
➔
Scheduler.
.
6. Select Done (Left Option Button) to save and
➔
exit.
(An alert displays notifying you of the number of
events to erase.)
Using the Countdown
Creating a New Countdown
4. Select Yes to confirm or No to cancel, then
This option allows you to initiate a timer that counts
down to an event based on a specified time and date.
press
.
Using the Task List
1. Select Menu (Left Option Button)
➔
Tools &
Settings
➔
Tools
➔
Calendar
➔
Countdown and
This option allows you to manage daily tasks that
include dates, times, and priority levels.
press
.
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2. Enter the countdown name using the keypad
Recording a New Voice Memo
and press or select Next (Left Option Button).
1. Select Menu (Left Option Button)
➔
Tools &
Settings
➔
Tools
➔
Voice memo
➔
Record
.
3. Select a time by highlighting the Time field and
then using the keypad to enter the end time for
the countdown.
2. Begin recording after the prompt.
3. To end the recording process, press
or
•
Press AM/PM (Right Option Button) to toggle
between AM or PM
select Finish (Right Option Button).
.
4. Select Options (Right Option Button) to select
one of the following options:
4. Select a date by highlighting the Date field and
then using the keypad to enter the end date for
the countdown.
• Edit title to change the current file name.
• Information to view details for the currently selected
voice memo such as: Title, Length, and Recorded
date/time.
5. Select Done (Left Option Button) to save the
new countdown and exit.
• Delete to erase the currently selected voice memo.
• Delete all to erase all stored voice memos.
• Record voice to begin the recording process.
Reviewing Voice Memos
Using the Notepad
Your phone includes an internal notepad that can be
used to compose and store reminders and notes.
1. Select Menu (Left Option Button)
➔
Tools &
1. Select Menu (Left Option Button)
Settings Tools Voice memo
➔
Tools &
Settings Tools Notepad and press
➔
➔
.
➔
➔
➔
Review
.
2. Enter the note text using the keypad and press
2. Select a voice memo from the list and press
or select Save (Left Option Button).
.
Using the Voice Memo
Voice Memo allows you to record a reminder
message that can be up to one minute (with a
maximum of nine memos).
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Using Voices Services
Adjusting the World Time
The Slash uses built-in voice recognition software
which allows you to use preset verbal commands to
perform common functions supported by your phone
simply by speaking them aloud. There is no voice
training required to use this feature. You simply say
the predesignated command displayed on your
screen in a normal tone of voice to perform the
desired function.
This feature allows you to view the time in 39
different locations:
1. Select Menu (Left Option Button)
Settings Tools World time
➔
Tools &
➔
➔
.
2. Press the navigation key left or right to scroll
through different cities and time zones.
3. Select Set DST (Left Option Button) to turn on
Daylight Saving Time. Select Cancel DST (Left
Option Button) to turn Daylight Saving Time off.
Activating the Voice Recognition Feature
1. Press and hold either
or
. (The
phone prompts you to “Say a command.”)
– or –
Select Menu (Left Option Button)
Settings Tools Voice service.
➔
Tools &
➔
➔
2. Wait for the beep and then clearly say one of
the following commands:
• Call <Name or #>
• Send <Msg Type>
• Contacts <Name>
• Goto <Menu>
• Check <Item>
• Info
Upon recognition of a command, the phone takes the
corresponding action. If the phone does not hear a
command within approximately eight seconds, it
deactivates the voice recognition feature without
taking any action.
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Section 10: My Stuff
This section shows you how to best manage your
web-based content and downloads. Anything you
download from the Web - games, ringtones, graphics
and applications - are stored in the My Stuff folder.
2. Select My graphics to display a list of the
currently available images.
Purchasing New Graphics
1. From the My graphics menu, select Get more
My Ringtones
You can download the latest ringtones right to your
phone. Charges apply. Visit www.virginmobileusa.com
for details.
graphics and press
. The Web browser
launches and takes you to the download menu.
Note: If you are asked to enable VirginXL Access on your
1. Select Menu (Left Option Button)
➔
My Stuff.
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2. Select My ringtones to display a list of the
graphics, charges apply.
currently available ringtones.
2. Follow the instructions to purchase your new
Purchasing New Ringtones
1. From the My ringtones menu, select Get more
ringtones and press . The Web browser
images.
My Games
You can download the latest games and play them
right on your phone. Charges apply. Visit
www.virginmobileusa.com for details.
launches and takes you to the download menu.
Note: If you are asked to enable VirginXL Access on your
phone, scroll down to the bottom of the screen, select
1. Select Menu (Left Option Button)
➔
My Stuff.
Yes Hook Me Up and press
ringtones, charges apply.
. When downloading
2. Select My games to display a list of the
currently available games.
2. Follow the instructions to purchase your new
Purchasing New Games
ringtones.
1. From the My games menu, select Get more
My Graphics
You can download new graphics to your phone.
details.
games and press
. The Web browser
launches and takes you to the download menu.
1. Select Menu (Left Option Button)
➔
My Stuff.
My Stuff
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2. Follow the instructions to purchase your new
Note: If you are asked to enable VirginXL Access on your phone,
games.
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2. Follow the instructions to purchase your new
games.
My Themes
You can change the overall theme used by the Slash.
There are two pre-installed themes.
1. Select Menu (Left Option Button)
➔
My Stuff.
2. Select My themes to display a list of the
currently available themes.
My Other Stuff
You can download other stuff - such as applications,
etc. to your phone. Charges apply. Visit
www.virginmobileusa.com for details.
1. Select Menu (Left Option Button)
➔
My Stuff.
2. Select My other stuff to display a list of the
currently available items.
Purchasing New Stuff
1. From the My other stuff menu, select Get more
other stuff and press . The Web browser
launches and takes you to the download menu.
Note: If you are asked to enable VirginXL Access on your phone,
scroll down to the bottom of the screen, select Yes Hook
Me Up and press
. When downloading, charges apply.
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Section 11: VirginXL
VirginXL is a fun collection of features which you can
access directly from your phone - download
ringtones, games, graphics, and more. Charges
1. Select Menu (Left Option Button)
➔
Virgin XL.
The VirginXL browser launches and takes you
to the download menu.
Note: If you are asked to enable VirginXL Access on your
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charges apply.
2. Follow the instructions.
Tip: When you select VirginXL, a data session is initiated. You
cannot receive incoming calls when a VirginXL session is
in progress. All incoming calls are automatically forwarded
to voicemail.
VirginXL
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Section 12: Pictures
Your phone’s built-in camera provides the ability to
take full color digital pictures, view your pictures
using the phone’s display, and instantly send them to
family and friends. It’s fun and as easy to use as a
traditional point-and-click camera: just take a picture,
view it on your phone’s display, and send it from your
phone to up to 10 people.
Viewing your picture
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Pictures
➔
My pictures and press
.
2. Press View (Left Option Button) to view the
picture.
Take a Picture
Taking pictures with your phone’s built-in camera is
as simple as choosing a subject, pointing the lens,
and pressing a button.
Viewing Options
ᮣ
While viewing the picture you just took, press the
Options (Right Option Button).
The following options are available:
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Pictures
➔
Take a picture and press
• Erase: to erase the selected image.
.
• Upload to My Pix: uploads the currently selected
picture to your online album.
2. Focus the camera on the subject and press the
• Take pic: allows you to take another picture.
key to take a picture.
• Rename: allows you to rename the selected picture
file.
3. Press the Save (Left Option Button) to save the
picture to the my pictures folder.
• Details: displays details about the selected picture
such as the caption, when the picture was taken, the
model, resolution, file size, file type, and whether the
picture was uploaded.
Note: The picture automatically saves to the Pictures folder
after 5 seconds if you don’t press the Save (Left Option
Button).
• Send: allows you to send the selected picture to
another recipient via phone or email.
Tip: To take another picture, press the
key.
• Thumbnail: allows you to display this picture file in a
thumbnail view.
Tip: Press the camera button on the side of the phone to
activate the camera.
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wallpaper, or as a screensaver, upload the pictures to
the web, erase them from the folder, or perform
several other picture related tasks.
Camera Settings
While your phone is in camera mode you can press
the Right Option Button to display the camera
options:
Assigning a Picture File
1. Press Options (Right Option Button) to view the
The Assign option allows you to use assign a picture
as a Caller ID, Wallpaper, or Screensaver.
following:
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
• Shutter sound: plays a tone when the shutter opens
and closes. Select from Shutter 1, Shutter 2, Shutter
3, or Say cheese.
Button) ➔ Pictures
➔
My pictures and press
.
• Resolution: sets the screen resolution to High (640 x
480), Med (320 x 240), or Low (224 x 168).
2. Highlight one of the pictures on the display and
press Options (Right Option Button) ➔ Assign
• Quality: sets the quality of the shot to Fine, Normal or
Economy.
and press
3. Select Caller ID
press
.
• Self-timer: sets a time delay before the camera
takes the picture. Select Off, 5 seconds, 10 seconds,
or 15 seconds.
,
Wallpaper, or Screensaver and
.
• White balance: sets the white balance options to
The picture file is assigned to the selected
option.
Auto, Sunny, Cloudy, Tungsten, or Fluorescent.
• Fun frames: places a frame over the picture to send
as a postcard.
Uploading Pictures to the Web
• Color tones: sets a custom color tone for the picture.
Choose one of the following: Auto, Monochrome,
Green, Sepia, or Blue.
All Virgin Mobile customers with camera phones
automatically have a Virgin Mobile My Pix web site. In
order to access the My Pix web site, log into your
Pix” on the left-hand side of the My Account page. All
pictures that you upload from your Virgin Mobile
Phone automatically display in My Pix.
• View mode: allows you to choose between
Landscape and Portrait display orientations.
My Pictures
The internal picture storage area or folder is called
My pictures. When you take a picture using the
camera your pictures automatically save to the My
pictures folder. From this folder you can view all the
pictures you take, assign the pictures as caller ID,
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Pictures
➔
My pictures and press
.
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2. Press Options (Right Option Button), select
3. Highlight a picture and press
to place a
Upload to My Pix and press
.
checkmark on those pictures you wish to
delete.
Sending Pictures from the Web
4. Press Next (Left Option Button), select Yes to
erase the selected image or select No to cancel
the deletion process.
Sending pictures to your friends is easy. Just follow
the instructions below to send one or more of your
favorite pictures once you’ve uploaded them to the
Web.
Renaming Picture Files
1. Log in to your account at
You can rename your picture files located in your My
pictures folder.
.
2. Select My Pix
.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
3. Press the Send button next to the picture.
Button) ➔ Pictures
➔
My pictures and press
4. Enter an email address or phone number and a
.
message to accompany your picture.
2. Press Options (Right Option Button), select
Rename and press
3. Press the button to erase the name and
.
Important!: Only Virgin Mobile phone numbers can accept
picture messages from the Web. My Pix is a Virgin
Mobile service.
then enter a new name for the selected picture.
4. Press Next (Left Option Button) to save the file.
Locking and Unlocking Picture Files
Erasing Picture Files
You can erase one or multiple picture files from your
My pictures folder.
Locking a picture file protects the file from deletion
and prevents you from performing other picture
options such as assigning the file as wallpaper,
uploading the picture to the web, renaming the
picture file and various other options.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Pictures
➔
My pictures and press
.
2. Press Options (Right Option Button), select
Erase and press
To Lock and protect the picture file:
.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Pictures
➔
My pictures and press
.
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2. Press Options (Right Option Button), select
Lock and press
5. Enter the wireless phone number or email
address for the recipient and press Next (Left
Option Button).
.
Picture Details
6. Enter a subject in the Subject field and press
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Done (Left Option Button).
Button) ➔ Pictures
➔
My pictures and press
.
7. Highlight the text message field (containing the
attached image) and press
.
2. Press Options (Right Option Button), select
Details and press
.
8. Enter your message and press Done (Left
Option Button).
Sending a Picture Message From My Pictures
(folder)
9. Press Send (Left Option Button) to send the
picture message.
You can send a picture to a recipient from your My
pictures folder to a recipient’s wireless phone or
email account. You can send a picture to up to 10
people at their email address or wireless phone
number.
To send from the Contact List:
1. Highlight Contact list and press
2. Enter a name in the Name field or highlight the
name from the Contact list and press to
.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Pictures
➔
My pictures and press
insert a check mark and highlight the name.
.
3. Press Next (Left Option Button) to add the
2. Highlight a picture, press Options (Right Option
selected recipient to the list.
Button), then select Send and press
.
4. Enter a subject in the Subject field and press
3. To send to a number or E-mail address,
Done (Left Option Button).
advance to Step 4. To send from the Contact
list advance to Step 8.
5. Highlight the text message field (containing the
attached image) and press
.
To send to a number or E-mail Address
6. Enter your message and press Done (Left
4. Highlight Number/E-mail and press
.
Option Button).
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7. Press Send (Left Option Button) to send the
message. The phone processes the new
message and when the delivery process is
complete, “your message has been sent” is
displayed.
5. Enter the wireless phone number or email
address for the recipient and press Next (Left
Option Button).
6. Enter a subject in the Subject field and press
Done (Left Option Button).
8. At the Save to sent prompt select Yes or No and
7. Highlight the text message field (containing the
press
.
attached image) and press
.
9. If the number you sent this message to is not in
your contact list, the Unknown # list screen
displays. Press Save to add the number to your
phone list.
8. Enter your message and press Done (Left
Option Button).
9. Press Send (Left Option Button) to send the
picture message.
10. Press Done (Left Option Button) when you are
10. The phone processes and when the message
finished.
sends “your message has been sent” displays.
Sending Picture Messages
11. At the Save to sent prompt select Yes or No and
After taking a picture, use the messaging capabilities
on your phone to share the message with others. You
can send a picture to up to 10 people at their email
address or wireless phone number.
press
.
12. If the number you sent this message to is not in
your contact list, the Unknown # list screen
displays. Press Save to add the number to your
phone list.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Pictures
➔
Take a picture and press
.
13. Press Done (Left Option Button) when you are
finished.
2. Press
to take the picture.
to send the picture.
Help
3. Press
This menu guides you through how to take a picture,
how to view pictures that were captured or received,
how to send a picture message.
4. Select Number/E-mail and press
to clear
the field.
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1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Pictures Help and press
➔
.
2. Follow the instructions listed in the message to
take, view or send a picture or picture
message.
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Section 13: Using Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications
technology that is capable of exchanging information
to devices such as headsets, and a hands-free car kit,
without any physical connection, over a distance of
approximately 30 feet.
Bluetooth is enabled.
Bluetooth is connected to a device or
transferring data to a device.
Bluetooth is currently hidden and not
transmitting.
This section describes how to set up your Bluetooth
features.
Turning the Power On or Off
Bluetooth Settings
Trusted Devices
Your Bluetooth default setting is set to Off. When you
turn the device on, other Bluetooth devices that are
within range can discover your device in order to send
or transfer information.
The Trusted Devices setting allows you to scan for the
devices near you, or you can set the phone to
Discoverable mode to automatically discover devices
marked as discoverable that are within range. Once a
note displays on the phone you can add those devices
to your Trusted Devices list. The next time you
connect to Bluetooth the trusted devices are
automatically detected and listed.
To turn Bluetooth on:
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
Power and press
➔
Bluetooth
➔
.
2. Highlight On and press
.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
To turn Bluetooth off:
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
➔
Bluetooth
➔
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Trusted devices and press
.
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
Power and press
➔
Bluetooth
➔
2. Press the Add new soft key.
.
3. Select Scan now and press
.
2. Highlight Off and press
.
4. Highlight a device in which to pair and press
Bluetooth Status
This list identifies the Bluetooth icons that display on
your phone’s screen:
Add to list (Left Option button).
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5. Enter a numeric PIN to pair and press
(identical PIN must be entered on other
device).
Device Name
The Device name menu allows you to select a name
for your Bluetooth device. Your phone’s name
displays to other Bluetooth devices if your
Discoverable mode is set to Always visible or On for 1
min.
Once pairing is successful the trusted device
name displays (and can be edited).
6. Press Done (Left Option button).
To name your Bluetooth device:
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
7. Press Connect (Left Option button) to activate
the connection and complete the pairing
process.
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
➔
Bluetooth
➔
Device name and press
.
2. Press the Back key to erase the current name
Discoverable Mode
and enter a new name in the Device name field.
The Discoverable mode settings allow you to transmit
your device name and status so other Bluetooth
devices can see you. Your settings for this mode
determine if you are always visible to other Bluetooth
enabled devices, are visible for only one minute
before you are hidden, or hidden (to prevent other
Bluetooth devices from identifying your phone).
3. Press Options (Right Option button), select the
desired text entry mode, and press
4. Edit the name as desired and press Done (Left
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Option button).
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
➔
Bluetooth
➔
Device Info
Discoverable mode and press
.
Of the supported Bluetooth profiles, these various
profiles are listed on the Device info screen. Different
profiles are used for specific Bluetooth functions.
2. Select a setting and press
:
• Always visible allows other Bluetooth devices to
detect and discover your phone.
• HSP: Headset Profile – allows Bluetooth technology
to connect the phone to a wireless Bluetooth-enabled
headset. When you receive an incoming call, the
ringer is detected through the headset instead of the
phone.
• On for 1 min allows other devices 1 minute to
discover your phone before changing to the hidden
status.
• Hidden prevents other Bluetooth devices from
discovering or identifying your phone.
Using Bluetooth
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• HFP: Hands-Free Profile – allows Bluetooth
technology to connect the phone to a wireless
Bluetooth-enabled car kit. When you receive an
incoming call, the ringer is detected through the
hands-free headset or device.
• PBAP: Phonebook Access Profile – allows Bluetooth
technology to exchange Phonebook information with
another Bluetooth-enabled device. This setting is
generally used so the caller with a car kit can display
the name of the incoming caller.
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Section 14: Tools & Settings
This section guides you through the customization
process by accessing and updating the phone’s
settings menu.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings Sounds
Ringtones and press
➔
➔
.
Adjusting Sound Settings
This set of features allows you to customize the audio
properties of your phone (volume, ringer, and
alert/notification).
2. Scroll through the available ringers. A sample
of the tone plays as the ringtone highlights.
3. Press
to assign the selected ringer to
your call type.
Understanding Silence All
Selecting a Ringer Type for Messages
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
There can be times when you need to silence your
phone entirely and therefore manually override any
settings. The phone’s Silence All option allows you to
mute all sounds.
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
Messages and press
2. Select Voicemail, or Text and multimedia
➔
Sounds
➔
.
To activate Silence All
.
1. Slide the phone open.
3. Use your navigation key to scroll through the
available ringers. A sample of the ringer plays
as it is highlighted.
2. Press and hold the volume key down in
standby mode until the screen displays
“Silence All.”
4. Press
to assign the selected ringer to a
To deactivate Silence All
message type.
1. Slide the phone open.
Selecting a Key Tone
2. Press the volume key up repeatedly to select a
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
desired volume level.
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
tone and press
2. Select Keypad sound
➔
Sounds
➔
Key
Selecting a Ringer Type for Voice Calls
.
Your phone provides ringer options that allow you to
customize a ringer type and volume settings to help
you identify incoming calls by the ringer used.
.
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3. Use your Up or Down navigation key to adjust
3. Use the Left or Right navigation key to choose a
volume level: Level 1 - Level 8
For Ringtone, Alarm/Schedule, and Application, use
the Navigation key and press to place a
checkmark on the Always vibrate option and/or the
Use Ringer Volume Separate Volume option.
the key tone level.
.
•
Levels include: KeyTone off, or Level 1
-
Level 8
.
•
4. Press to assign the new volume setting.
/
Selecting a DTMF Length
4. Press Done (Left Option Button) to store the new
Longer tone lengths may be better for tone
recognition when dialing to a voicemail or other
automated systems.
setting.
Assigning Alert Notifications
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Your phone can be configured to alert you with an
audible tone when you reach the minute length during
a voice call. This alert also sounds if your connection
is lost (signal fades), no service is available, or when
powering your phone on or off.
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
➔
Sounds
➔
Key
tone and press
.
2. Select DTMF Length
.
3. Select Short or Long and press
.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Selecting a Tone Type
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
and press
2. Select Minute beep
➔
Sounds
➔
Alerts
.
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
➔
Sounds
➔
Key
,
Call connect
,
Call
tone and press
.
disconnect
,
Service, or Power on/off and press
2. Select Tone type
.
.
3. Select Normal, or Xylophone and press
.
3. Select either On or Off and press
.
Adjusting your Phone’s Volume Settings
Adjusting Display Settings
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings Sounds Volume
This set of features allows you to customize the
display properties of your phone.
➔
➔
and press
.
,
Configuring the Banner on the Main screen
2. Select Ringtone
Receiver
,
Headset
,
Speaker
,
The text greeting displays on the Main screen and can
be 14 characters in length. By default the message
reads, “Virgin Mobile.”
Alarm/Schedule, or Application and press
.
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1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings Display
• Images: Choose from a series of default images
(including downloaded images).
➔
➔
• My pictures: Choose from images stored in your
Image Album, that consist of either your Photo Gallery
or images received as part of Multimedia messages
(MMS).
Banner and press
.
2. Select Set and press
to open the Banner
location screen then choose a location for the
banner to display on the Main screen.
3. Use the navigation key to select an image and
press Assign (Left Option Button).
•
Choose from either: Off
,
Top, or Bottom and press
.
Screensaver
3. Select Edit and press
.
Select a predefined image or a picture from My
pictures to display as your default screensaver.
4. Using your keypad, enter a custom banner
message greeting. (Press and hold
erase the previous message.)
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
to
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
➔
Display
➔
Screensaver and press
.
5. Press Done (Left Option Button) to store the
2. Select either Images or My pictures and press
greeting.
.
Configuring the Wallpaper on the Main screen
3. Use the navigation key to select an image and
Choose what you see on the Main screen while in
standby mode and the selected image displays as the
background image. The image can be chosen from
either the default set of Images or from the Image
Gallery (consisting of either your Photo Gallery or
Multimedia Message (MMS)).
press the Assign (Left Option Button).
4. Press
to return to the previous menu.
Assigning a Caller ID Image to an Incoming Call
You can choose a default image or a photo from My
pictures and assign it to incoming calls. When the
phone recognizes an incoming call, the select image
displays on the screen.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
Wallpaper and press
➔
Display
➔
.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
2. Select either Images or My pictures and press
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
➔
Display
➔
.
Incoming Call and press
.
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2. Select one of the following options and press
Assigning Keypad Light Length
.
This assigns how long the keypad light displays after
you press the keypad.
• Default: standard Virgin Mobile incoming call image.
• My pictures: images from My pictures folder.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
light and press
2. Select a time length and press
➔
Display
➔
Keypad
3. Use the navigation key to select an image and
press the Assign (Left Option Button).
.
.
4. Press
to return to the previous menu.
Defining the Time and Date Display Settings
Assigning Backlight Parameters
You can define what type of clock displays, whether
it’s grouped with a date display, and location of the
date on the screen.
The backlight settings let you select how long the
display is backlit after any key press, the length of
time it takes to dim, and its brightness level when on.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
ᮣ
From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings Display Backlight
and press
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
and date and press
➔
Display
➔
Time
➔
➔
.
.
2. Select a Main display clock format and press
To activate the backlight
.
1. Select On and press
.
3. Select the clock Display mode as 12 hour or 24
2. Select a backlight time length and press
.
hour and press
.
To set the backlight dim time
Defining the Menu Style
1. Select Dim and press
.
Select how your menu displays on the phone.
2. Select a dim time length and press
.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
To set the backlight brightness level
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
style and press
2. Select one of the following and press
➔
Display
➔
Menu
1. Select Brightness and press
.
.
2. Press your navigation key left or right to adjust
the brightness and press the Done (Left Option
Button).
.
•
•
Icon Red
Icon Blue
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•
•
List Red
List Blue
• Show candidate displays predicted words, one at a
time or a list of words.
• Prediction start allows you to configure the phone to
display possible word candidates after a preset
number of characters are entered. You can choose
the feature to begin after the 2nd, 3rd, or 4th letters.
Defining the Text Entry Options
The Text entry options menu allows you to specify
more automated features during the text entry
process. These options can help streamline the text
entry process by correcting for capitalization,
spelling, spacing, and completing the most
commonly entered words for you.
• Help describes how to use T9 text entry, how to
switch between upper and lower case in ABC mode,
how to use the Multitap (text) feature, and how to
change the input method.
Bluetooth Settings
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
For information on how to set up your Bluetooth
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
➔
Display
➔
Text
entry and press
.
Phone Settings
To specify text options:
Using the Phone Settings option you can customize
several of your phone’s settings, including selecting a
language, setting your phone for Airplane mode,
setting the Location, and Teletypewriter (TTY) mode.
2. With the Text Entry mode selected, use your
navigation key to scroll down the list and
activate the desired text entry options:
1. Menu (Left Option Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
• Auto-capital turns capitalization on or off for the next
character after a punctuation mark followed by a
space.
➔
Phone settings and press
.
2. Select one of the following options:
• Auto-space turns the insert a space automatically
feature on or off after selecting a word from the
candidate list.
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Nav. key shortcuts
Language
• Dual language selects and displays a word
candidate in English only (None) or in English and
Spanish (Spanish).
Airplane mode
Location
TTY mode
• My words stores a list of user-defined words,
phrases, or numbers for quick access when you use
text mode.
Key guard
Security
• Used word dic. stores frequently used words and
predicts word use the next time you use the word in
text mode.
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Navigation Key Shortcuts
receiving calls or data is prohibited. When your phone
is in Airplane Mode, it cannot send or receive any
calls or access online information.
By default the Left Navigation key is mapped to
VirginXL and the Right Navigation key is mapped to
Send To. You can program the left or right navigation
key as a shortcut to several menus. To assign a
shortcut to the left or right navigation key:
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
➔
Phone settings
➔
Airplane mode and press
.
1. Menu (Left Option Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
➔
2. Read the onscreen message and press Next
Phone settings
➔
Nav. key shortcuts and press
(Left Option Button).
.
3. Select On or Off and press
.
2. Highlight Left nav key or Right nav key and
press
Location
.
Turning on the Location feature allows the Virgin
3. Scroll to the desired choice and press
This option is now assigned to the selected
navigation key.
.
Mobile network to detect your position, making some
Virgin applications easier to use. Turning the Location
feature off hides your location from everyone except
911. Even if you turn the Location feature on, no one
can use this location information without your
expressed permission.
Selecting a Language
This option allows you to display menus in English or
in Spanish.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
To assign a language for the display:
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
Location and press
➔
Phone settings
➔
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
.
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
Language and press
➔
Phone settings
➔
2. Read the onscreen message and press Next
.
(Left Option Button).
2. Select English or Español (Spanish) and press
3. Select On or Off and press
.
.
4. Press OK (Left Option Button).
Airplane Mode
TTY Mode
Airplane Mode allows you to use your phone’s
features, such as Games and Pictures, when you are
in an airplane or another area where making or
Using TTY mode, (TeleTYpewriter) people who are
deaf, hard of hearing, or have speech or language
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disabilities can communicate by telephone. Your
Virgin Mobile phone is compatible with select TTY
devices. Please check with the manufacturer to
ensure that it supports digital wireless transmission.
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
Key guard and press
2. Select Slider down After 5 seconds, or Off and
press
Security
The security settings on your phone provide the
flexibility to secure your phone, camera, contact
information, downloaded information, sounds, and
default settings without restricting total use of the
phone. This section introduces those settings.
➔
Phone settings
➔
.
,
.
Using a special cable that plugs into your phone’s
headset jack, your phone allows you to use TTY
mode. If the TTY cable was not included with your
TTY device, contact your TTY device manufacturer to
purchase the cable.
Follow the instructions that accompanied your TTY
device (sold separately) to make a call.
All of the security settings are accessible through the
Security menu. You must enter your password in
order to view this menu and options.
Important!: Enabling TTY may impair your headset use and
non-TTY accessory performance.
To turn TTY On or Off:
To access the Security menu:
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
TTY mode and press
➔
Phone settings
➔
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
Security and press
2. Enter your password in the Password field and
press
➔
Phone settings
➔
.
.
2. Press OK (Left Option Button) to acknowledge
the message.
.
3. Select TTY On or TTY Off and press
.
Tip: If you have forgotten your password try entering the last
four digits of the wireless phone number. Call Virgin
Mobile’s Customer Care at 1-888-322-1122 if you are
unsuccessful.
4. Press
to return to the previous menu.
Key Guard
The Key guard function allows you to determine
when the phone locks the keypad from being used
without deactivating the phone display.
Lock Phone
Locking the phone prevents use other than receiving
incoming calls or dialing emergency numbers (such
as 911), Virgin Mobile Customer Care, or special
To set Key guard:
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
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To lock the phone:
2. Enter your password in the Password field and
press
3. Select Change lock and press
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
.
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
Security and press
2. Enter your password in the Password field and
press
3. Select Lock phone and press
4. Highlight Unlocked On Power-up, or Lock now
➔
Phone settings
➔
.
.
4. Enter a new lock code and press Next (Left
Option Button).
.
5. Re-enter the new lock code and press Done
.
(Left Option Button).
,
Special Numbers
and press
.
When the phone is locked you are restricted from
incoming calls, except for the special numbers listed
on your phone. These numbers are available even
when the phone is locked.
Lock Camera
When your camera is locked you cannot access the
camera without entering the four-digit password.
To lock the camera:
Important!: You can save up to three special numbers.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
To enter a special number:
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
Security and press
2. Enter your password in the Password field and
press
➔
Phone settings
➔
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
.
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
Security and press
2. Enter your password in the Password field and
press
3. Select Special # and press
4. Highlight one of the three empty selections and
press
5. Enter a phone number and press
➔
Phone settings
➔
.
.
3. Select Lock camera and press
.
.
4. Highlight On or Off and press
.
.
Change Lock
To change the lock code on your phone:
.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings Phone settings
Security and press
.
➔
➔
6. Press Back (Right Option Button) to return to the
.
previous menu.
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Erase Contacts
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings Phone settings
Security and press
2. Enter your password in the Password field and
press
3. Select Erase my pictures and press
➔
➔
The Erase contacts option allows you to erase all your
contacts at once.
.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
Security and press
2. Enter your password in the Password field and
press
3. Select Erase contacts and press
4. At the Erase all entries in contacts? prompt,
highlight Yes and press
5. At the This will erase the entire contacts?
prompt, highlight Yes and press
➔
Phone settings
➔
.
.
.
4. Highlight Yes and press
.
.
Erase Voice Memo
.
Using the Erase Voice Memo option you can erase all
voice memos saved to your phone
.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
Security and press
2. Enter your password in the Password field and
press
3. Select Erase voice memo and press
➔
Phone settings
➔
.
.
Erase Downloads
.
Using the Erase downloads option you can erase all
downloaded contents on your phone.
.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
4. Highlight Yes and press
.
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
Security and press
2. Enter your password in the Password field and
press
3. Select Erase downloads and press
➔
Phone settings
➔
Reset Default
.
Using the Reset default option you can reset all the
default settings to your phone. During this process
you will not delete any data or Phonebook entries.
.
.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
Security and press
2. Enter your password in the Password field and
press
➔
Phone settings
➔
4. Highlight Yes and press
.
.
Erase My Pictures
Using the Erase image album option you can erase all
images saved to your image album.
.
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3. Select Reset default and press
4. At the Reset the phone to factory defaults?
prompt select Yes and press
Call Options
.
Auto prepend
Auto prepend allows you to enter a five- or six-digit
prefix for commonly dialed numbers. First, set
prepend to On or Off and then edit to enter the prefix
and save.
.
The Call options menu allows you to configure the
following options.
To set up Auto prepend:
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Call answer
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
➔
Call options
➔
Call answer allows you to determine the method for
answering your incoming calls. Options are: Talk key,
Any key, or Slider up.
Auto prepend and press
.
2. Press Set and press
3. Select On or Off and press
4. Press
.
.
To set Call answer mode:
to return to the previous menu.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
➔
Call options
➔
To edit an Auto prepend number:
Call answer and press
.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
2. Select Talk key Any key, or Slider up and press
,
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
➔
Call options
➔
.
Auto prepend and press
.
2. Press Edit and press
.
Auto-answer
Auto-Answer allows you to answer incoming calls
through a hands-free car kit or headset.
3. Press to delete the current number, use
your keypad to enter the new information, and
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
press Save (Left Option Button).
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
➔
Call options
➔
To make a call using Auto prepend:
Auto answer and press
.
1. Enter the last seven digits of the phone number
2. Select Yes, or No and press
.
and press
.
3. Press
to return to the previous menu.
2. The phone prepends the stored digits to your
entered digits and dials the resulting number.
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Restricting
Memory Information
Using the Restriction option, you can limit the
outgoing numbers the phone dials such as contacts
only, or special numbers only. This feature might be
used if you loan your phone to another person and
want to restrict the phone numbers they can dial
while using your phone.
The Memory Information screen allows you to view
how much space is currently occupied by all the
applications and how much memory is still available
for use. Individual applications are listed with the
amount of memory used per application.
To view memory information:
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
➔
Call options
➔
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
press
➔
Memory info and
Restriction and press
.
.
2. Enter your password in the Password field and
press
3. Highlight Outgoing calls and press
2. Select one of the following options to view the
.
memory usage:
.
• Total usage: displays the total memory used and the
total amount still available. Also displays a breakdown
summary of each application and the memory usage
per application.
4. Select Allow all Contacts only, or Special # only
,
and press
.
• Multimedia: displays the memory used per
multimedia application (such as ringtones or
graphics).
5. Press Back (Right Option Button) to return to
the previous menu.
International Calls
1. From the Main screen, press and hold
until the + symbol displays on the screen.
• My pictures: displays the memory used for pictures,
sounds, and images.
• Games: displays the memory used for games.
• Tools & apps: displays the memory used for
downloaded applications and GPS.
Important!: The + symbol indicates that the international
dialing prefix was automatically inserted.
3. Press the Done (Left Option Button) when you
are finished viewing the memory information.
2. Dial the phone number you want to call and
press TALK. (The international dialing prefix
you entered automatically dials.)
Phone Information
The Phone information option allows you to view your
phone number and your phone’s hardware version,
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Serial Number, PRL, and Browser version, Serving
system, and Icon glossary.
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
press
➔
Phone info and
.
To access phone information:
2. Select Hardware version and press
.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Serial Number
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
press
➔
Phone info and
A Mobile Equipment IDentifier (MEID) is a unique
identification number for a mobile phone and is
commonly used to identify a phone that is lost or
stolen. Typically, the MEID number is used for
identification.
.
2. Highlight one of the following options and
.
My phone number
If you forget your phone number, refer to My phone
number.
To view the Serial Number (MEID):
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
press
2. Select Serial Number and press
➔
Phone info and
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
press
➔
Phone info and
.
.
.
2. Select My phone number and press
.
PRL
Software version
The Preferred Roaming List (PRL) resides in the
memory of your phone. The PRL tells the phone to
look or roam for Virgin Mobile towers. If a Virgin
Mobile tower is unavailable, the PRL list tells the
phone which tower to look for next.
You can view the software version associated with
your Virgin Mobile phone.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
press
➔
Phone info and
.
To view the PRL:
2. Select Software version and press
. The
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
software version displays.
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
press
2. Select PRL and press
➔
Phone info and
.
Hardware version
.
You can view the hardware version associated with
your Virgin Mobile phone.
3. View the PRL list and press the Cancel (Right
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Option Button) to return to the previous menu.
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Browser version
3. View the Serving system information and press
the Cancel (Right Option Button) to return to the
previous menu.
The Browser version option displays the technical
information about the browser.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Icon glossary
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
press
2. Select Browser version and press
➔
Phone info and
The icon glossary provides information about your
phone’s status and available options. The glossary
identifies the icons that display on your screen.
.
.
To view the icon glossary:
3. View the browser information and press the
Cancel (Right Option Button) to return to the
previous menu.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
press
2. Select Icon glossary and press
➔
Phone info and
.
Serving system
.
The serving system menu displays the System
Identification (SID), the Network Identification (NID),
and the channel. The SID is a five digit number that
identifies which service area the phone is in. The
Network Identification Number (NID) is paired with
the SID and identifies the CDMA network. The
channel indicates from which channel you are
operating for this mobile phone.
A list of icons and their descriptions displays.
Voice Service
Using the VoiceSignal, voice recognition software you
can dial phone numbers, lookup contacts, and open
other voice-activated applications.
To view the SID, NID and channel information:
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Choice lists
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
press
➔
Phone info and
VoiceSignal uses choice lists when the name or
number spoken is not recognized. The software
displays choices and prompts you to select a choice.
Each time you activate VoiceSignal choose to view
the choice list or you can choose never to view a
choice list.
.
2. Select Serving system and press
. The
Serving system information displays.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
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Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
press
2. Select Choice lists and press
➔
Voice service and
2. Select Train mode and press
.
.
3. Select Adapt voice and press
.
.
4. Press the OK (Left Option Button) after reading
3. Select Automatic or Always off and press
.
the dialog.
5. Say the word or digit displayed on the phone
and continue until all the words or digits are
spoken.
Sensitivity
This option allows you to adjust the sensitivity levels
for voice commands.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
To reset the voice software to factor reset values:
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
press
2. Select Sensitivity and press
➔
Voice service and
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
.
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
press
➔
Voice service and
.
.
3. Select Reject the most
,
Recommended, or Reject
2. Select Train mode and press
.
.
the least and press
.
3. Select Reset voice and press
Train mode
4. Press the OK (Left Option Button) to reset
If VoiceSignal does not recognize your voice
commands, you can use the train mode to improve
the accuracy of digit recognition. Train mode ensures
that your phone recognizes only your voice. Other
users may not use your voice software unless you
reset the phone to the factory defaults.
adaptation.
Important!: When you reset adaptation you lose any new words
you added to VoiceMode.
Sound
This options allows you to determine which prompts,
digits or names are spoken through the speaker or
headset.
Training the phone to recognize your voice takes
approximately three minutes and you should use a
quiet room while saying each word or digit needed to
train the phone.
To set the Sound options:
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
press
➔
Voice service and
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
press
➔
Voice service and
.
.
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2. Select Sound and press
.
•
Softest
7. Press Back (Right Option Button) to return to
3. Select one of the following:
the previous menu.
• Prompts: allows you to turn audio prompts On or Off.
• Digits: allows you to turn audio digit playback On or
Voice launch
Off.
The Voice launch menu allows you to set up the way
your phone launches the voice commands.
• Names: allows you to turn audio name playback On
or Off.
To configure Voice launch:
4. Highlight On or Off and press
.
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
Names settings
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
press
2. Select Voice launch and press
➔
Voice service and
The Names settings option allows you to adjust the
speed and volume for the audio on your phone.
.
.
To configure Names settings:
3. Select Talk key or Talk key and Slide up and
press
1. From the Main screen, press Menu (Left Option
.
Button) ➔ Tools & Settings
press
➔
Voice service and
4. Press Back (Right Option Button) to return to
.
the previous menu.
2. Select Sound
➔
Names settings and press
.
3. Select Timeout and press
.
4. Highlight 10 sec or 5 sec and press
5. Select the Volume option and press
6. Select one of the following and press
.
.
.
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•
•
•
•
•
Loudest
Louder 2
Louder 1
Recommended
Softer 1
Softer 2
Tools & Settings
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Section 15: Health and Safety Information
This section outlines the safety precautions
associated with using your phone. These safety
precautions should be followed to safely use your
phone.
The FCC requires wireless phones to comply with a
safety limit of 1.6 watts per kilogram (1.6 W/kg).
The FCC exposure limit incorporates a substantial
margin of safety to give additional protection to the
public and to account for any variations in
measurements.
Health and Safety Information
Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals
SAR tests are conducted using standard operating
positions accepted by the FCC with the phone
transmitting at its highest certified power level in all
tested frequency bands. Although the SAR is
determined at the highest certified power level, the
actual SAR level of the phone while operating can be
well below the maximum value. This is because the
phone is designed to operate at multiple power levels
so as to use only the power required to reach the
network. In general, the closer you are to a wireless
base station antenna, the lower the power output.
Certification Information (SAR)
Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and
receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to
exceed the exposure limits for radio frequency (RF)
energy set by the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) of the U.S. government.
These FCC exposure limits are derived from the
recommendations of two expert organizations, the
National Counsel on Radiation Protection and
Measurement (NCRP) and the Institute of Electrical
and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).
Before a new model phone is available for sale to the
public, it must be tested and certified to the FCC that
it does not exceed the exposure limit established by
the FCC. Tests for each model phone are performed in
positions and locations (e.g. at the ear and worn on
the body) as required by the FCC.
In both cases, the recommendations were developed
by scientific and engineering experts drawn from
industry, government, and academia after extensive
reviews of the scientific literature related to the
biological effects of RF energy.
The exposure limit set by the FCC for wireless mobile
phones employs a unit of measurement known as the
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR). The SAR is a measure
of the rate of absorption of RF energy by the human
body expressed in units of watts per kilogram (W/kg).
For body worn operation, this phone has been tested
and meets FCC RF exposure guidelines when used
with an accessory that contains no metal and that
positions the handset a minimum of 1.5 cm from the
body.
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Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance
with FCC RF exposure guidelines.
UL Certified Travel Adapter
The Travel Adapter for this phone has met applicable
UL safety requirements. Please adhere to the
following safety instructions per UL guidelines.
The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for
this mobile phone with all reported SAR levels
evaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF exposure
guidelines. The maximum SAR values for this model
phone as reported to the FCC are:
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED
MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND
POSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGE.
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•
Head: 0.872 W/Kg W/Kg.
Body-worn: 0.683 W/Kg.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
SAR information on this and other model phones can
information that pertains to a particular model phone,
this site uses the phone FCC ID number which is
usually printed somewhere on the case of the phone.
DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
FOR CONNECTION TO A SUPPLY NOT IN NORTH
AMERICA, USE AN ATTACHMENT PLUG ADAPTOR OF
THE PROPER CONFIGURATION FOR THE POWER
OUTLET. THIS POWER UNIT IS INTENDED TO BE
CORRECTLY ORIENTATED IN A VERTICAL OR
HORIZONTAL OR FLOOR MOUNT POSITION.
Sometimes it may be necessary to remove the
battery pack to find the number. Once you have the
FCC ID number for a particular phone, follow the
instructions on the website and it should provide
values for typical or maximum SAR for a particular
phone. Additional product specific SAR information
can also be obtained at www.fcc.gov/cgb/sar.
Consumer Information on Wireless
Phones
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has
published a series of Questions and Answers for
consumers relating to radio frequency (RF) exposure
from wireless phones. The FDA publication includes
the following information:
Samsung Mobile Products and
Recycling
Samsung cares for the environment and encourages
its customers to recycle Samsung mobile phones and
genuine Samsung accessories.
What kinds of phones are the subject of this
update?
more information.
The term wireless phone refers here to hand-held
wireless phones with built-in antennas, often called
"cell," "mobile," or "PCS" phones. These types of
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wireless phones can expose the user to measurable
radio frequency energy (RF) because of the short
distance between the phone and the user's head.
These RF exposures are limited by Federal
Communications Commission safety guidelines that
were developed with the advice of FDA and other
federal health and safety agencies.
have had difficulty in reproducing those studies, or in
determining the reasons for inconsistent results.
What is FDA's role concerning the safety of
wireless phones?
Under the law, FDA does not review the safety of
radiation-emitting consumer products such as
wireless phones before they can be sold, as it does
with new drugs or medical devices. However, the
agency has authority to take action if wireless phones
are shown to emit radio frequency energy (RF) at a
level that is hazardous to the user. In such a case,
FDA could require the manufacturers of wireless
phones to notify users of the health hazard and to
repair, replace or recall the phones so that the hazard
no longer exists.
When the phone is located at greater distances from
the user, the exposure to RF is drastically lower
because a person's RF exposure decreases rapidly
with increasing distance from the source. The so-
called "cordless phones," which have a base unit
connected to the telephone wiring in a house,
typically operate at far lower power levels, and thus
produce RF exposures well within the FCC's
compliance limits.
Although the existing scientific data do not justify FDA
regulatory actions, FDA has urged the wireless phone
industry to take a number of steps, including the
following:
Do wireless phones pose a health hazard?
The available scientific evidence does not show that
any health problems are associated with using
wireless phones. There is no proof, however, that
wireless phones are absolutely safe. Wireless phones
emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the
microwave range while being used. They also emit
very low levels of RF when in the stand-by mode.
Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects
(by heating tissue), exposure to low level RF that does
not produce heating effects causes no known adverse
health effects. Many studies of low level RF exposures
have not found any biological effects. Some studies
have suggested that some biological effects may
occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by
additional research. In some cases, other researchers
•
Support needed research into possible biological effects of
RF of the type emitted by wireless phones;
•
Design wireless phones in a way that minimizes any RF
exposure to the user that is not necessary for device
function; and
•
Cooperate in providing users of wireless phones with the
best possible information on possible effects of wireless
phone use on human health.
FDA belongs to an interagency working group of the
federal agencies that have responsibility for different
aspects of RF safety to ensure coordinated efforts at
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the federal level. The following agencies belong to
this working group:
investigating the effects of radio frequency energy
(RF) exposures characteristic of wireless phones
have yielded conflicting results that often cannot be
repeated in other laboratories. A few animal studies,
however, have suggested that low levels of RF could
accelerate the development of cancer in laboratory
animals. However, many of the studies that showed
increased tumor development used animals that had
been genetically engineered or treated with cancer-
causing chemicals so as to be pre-disposed to
develop cancer in absence of RF exposure. Other
studies exposed the animals to RF for up to 22 hours
per day. These conditions are not similar to the
conditions under which people use wireless phones,
so we don't know with certainty what the results of
such studies mean for human health.
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National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
Environmental Protection Agency
Federal Communications Commission
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
National Telecommunications and Information
Administration
The National Institutes of Health participates in some
interagency working group activities, as well.
FDA shares regulatory responsibilities for wireless
phones with the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC). All phones that are sold in the
United States must comply with FCC safety
guidelines that limit RF exposure. FCC relies on FDA
and other health agencies for safety questions about
wireless phones.
Three large epidemiology studies have been
published since December 2000. Between them, the
studies investigated any possible association
between the use of wireless phones and primary
brain cancer, glioma, meningioma, or acoustic
neuroma, tumors of the brain or salivary gland,
leukemia, or other cancers. None of the studies
demonstrated the existence of any harmful health
effects from wireless phones RF exposures.
FCC also regulates the base stations that the wireless
phone networks rely upon. While these base stations
operate at higher power than do the wireless phones
themselves, the RF exposures that people get from
these base stations are typically thousands of times
lower than those they can get from wireless phones.
Base stations are thus not the primary subject of the
safety questions discussed in this document.
However, none of the studies can answer questions
about long-term exposures, since the average period
of phone use in these studies was around three
years.
What are the results of the research done
already?
The research done thus far has produced conflicting
results, and many studies have suffered from flaws in
their research methods. Animal experiments
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What research is needed to decide whether
RF exposure from wireless phones poses a
health risk?
FDA has been a leading participant in the World
Health Organization international Electromagnetic
Fields (EMF) Project since its inception in 1996. An
influential result of this work has been the
development of a detailed agenda of research needs
that has driven the establishment of new research
programs around the world. The Project has also
helped develop a series of public information
documents on EMF issues.
A combination of laboratory studies and
epidemiological studies of people actually using
wireless phones would provide some of the data that
are needed. Lifetime animal exposure studies could
be completed in a few years. However, very large
numbers of animals would be needed to provide
reliable proof of a cancer promoting effect if one
exists. Epidemiological studies can provide data that
is directly applicable to human populations, but ten or
more years' follow-up may be needed to provide
answers about some health effects, such as cancer.
FDA and Cellular Telecommunications & Internet
Association (CTIA) have a formal Cooperative
Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) to do
research on wireless phone safety. FDA provides the
scientific oversight, obtaining input from experts in
government, industry, and academic organizations.
This is because the interval between the time of
exposure to a cancer-causing agent and the time
tumors develop - if they do - may be many, many
years. The interpretation of epidemiological studies is
hampered by difficulties in measuring actual RF
exposure during day-to-day use of wireless phones.
Many factors affect this measurement, such as the
angle at which the phone is held, or which model of
phone is used.
CTIA-funded research is conducted through contracts
to independent investigators. The initial research will
include both laboratory studies and studies of
wireless phone users. The CRADA will also include a
broad assessment of additional research needs in the
context of the latest research developments around
the world.
What steps can I take to reduce my exposure
to radio frequency energy from my wireless
phone?
What is FDA doing to find out more about the
possible health effects of wireless phone RF?
If there is a risk from these products - and at this
point we do not know that there is - it is probably very
small. But if you are concerned about avoiding even
potential risks, you can take a few simple steps to
minimize your exposure to radio frequency energy
(RF). Since time is a key factor in how much exposure
FDA is working with the U.S. National Toxicology
Program and with groups of investigators around the
world to ensure that high priority animal studies are
conducted to address important questions about the
effects of exposure to radio frequency energy (RF).
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a person receives, reducing the amount of time spent
using a wireless phone will reduce RF exposure.
They noted that no evidence exists that using a
wireless phone causes brain tumors or other ill
effects. Their recommendation to limit wireless
phone use by children was strictly precautionary; it
was not based on scientific evidence that any health
hazard exists.
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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, since the exposure
level drops off dramatically with distance. For example,
you could use a headset and carry the wireless phone
away from your body or use a wireless phone connected
to a remote antenna.
Do hands-free kits for wireless phones reduce
risks from exposure to RF emissions?
Since there are no known risks from exposure to RF
emissions from wireless phones, there is no reason
to believe that hands-free kits reduce risks. Hands-
free kits can be used with wireless phones for
convenience and comfort. These systems reduce the
absorption of RF energy in the head because the
phone, which is the source of the RF emissions, will
not be placed against the head. On the other hand, if
the phone is mounted against the waist or other part
of the body during use, then that part of the body will
absorb more RF energy. Wireless phones marketed in
the U.S. are required to meet safety requirements
regardless of whether they are used against the head
or against the body. Either configuration should result
in compliance with the safety limit.
Again, the scientific data do not demonstrate that
wireless phones are harmful. But if you are
concerned about the RF exposure from these
products, you can use measures like those described
above to reduce your RF exposure from wireless
phone use.
What about children using wireless phones?
The scientific evidence does not show a danger to
users of wireless phones, including children and
teenagers. If you want to take steps to lower
exposure to radio frequency energy (RF), the
measures described above would apply to children
and teenagers using wireless phones. Reducing the
time of wireless phone use and increasing the
distance between the user and the RF source will
reduce RF exposure.
Do wireless phone accessories that claim to
shield the head from RF radiation work?
Some groups sponsored by other national
governments have advised that children be
discouraged from using wireless phones at all. For
example, the government in the United Kingdom
distributed leaflets containing such a
Since there are no known risks from exposure to RF
emissions from wireless phones, there is no reason
to believe that accessories that claim to shield the
head from those emissions reduce risks. Some
products that claim to shield the user from RF
absorption use special phone cases, while others
recommendation in December 2000.
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involve nothing more than a metallic accessory
attached to the phone. Studies have shown that these
products generally do not work as advertised. Unlike
"hand-free" kits, these so-called "shields" may
interfere with proper operation of the phone. The
phone may be forced to boost its power to
compensate, leading to an increase in RF absorption.
In February 2002, the Federal trade Commission (FTC)
charged two companies that sold devices that
claimed to protect wireless phone users from
radiation with making false and unsubstantiated
claims.
standard specifies test methods and performance
requirements for hearing aids and wireless phones so
that no interference occurs when a person uses a
compatible phone and a compatible hearing aid at the
same time. This standard was approved by the IEEE in
2000.
FDA continues to monitor the use of wireless phones
for possible interactions with other medical devices.
Should harmful interference be found to occur, FDA
will conduct testing to assess the interference and
work to resolve the problem.
Additional information on the safety of RF exposures
from various sources can be obtained from the
following organizations (Updated 12/1/2006):
According to FTC, these defendants lacked a
reasonable basis to substantiate their claim.
What about wireless phone interference with
medical equipment?
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FCC RF Safety Program:
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA):
Radio frequency energy (RF) from wireless phones
can interact with some electronic devices. For this
reason, FDA helped develop a detailed test method to
measure electromagnetic interference (EMI) of
implanted cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators from
wireless telephones. This test method is now part of a
standard sponsored by the Association for the
Advancement of Medical instrumentation (AAMI). The
final draft, a joint effort by FDA, medical device
manufacturers, and many other groups, was
completed in late 2000. This standard will allow
manufacturers to ensure that cardiac pacemakers
and defibrillators are safe from wireless phone EMI.
FDA has tested wireless phones and helped develop a
voluntary standard sponsored by the Institute of
Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE). This
Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA):
index.html
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National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
(NIOSH):
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World Health Organization (WHO):
International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation
Protection:
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National Radiation Protection Board (UK):
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US Food and Drug Administration:
4. Let the person you are speaking with know you
are driving; if necessary, suspend the call in
heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions.
Rain, sleet, snow, ice and even heavy traffic
can be hazardous.
Road Safety
Your wireless phone gives you the powerful ability to
communicate by voice, almost anywhere, anytime.
But an important responsibility accompanies the
benefits of wireless phones, one that every user must
uphold.
5. Do not take notes or look up phone numbers
while driving. Jotting down a "to do" list or
flipping through your address book takes
attention away from your primary
When driving a car, driving is your first responsibility.
When using your wireless phone behind the wheel of
a car, practice good common sense and remember
the following tips:
responsibility, driving safely.
6. Dial sensibly and assess the traffic; if possible,
place calls when you are not moving or before
pulling into traffic. Try to plan calls when your
car will be stationary. If you need to make a
call while moving, dial only a few numbers,
check the road and your mirrors, then
continue.
1. Get to know your wireless phone and its
features, such as speed dial and redial. If
available, these features help you to place your
call without taking your attention off the road.
2. When available, use a hands-free device. If
possible, add an additional layer of
convenience and safety to your wireless phone
with one of the many hands free accessories
available today.
7. Do not engage in stressful or emotional
conversations that may be distracting. Make
people you are talking with aware you are
driving and suspend conversations that have
the potential to divert your attention from the
road.
3. Position your wireless phone within easy
reach. Be able to access your wireless phone
without removing your eyes from the road. If
you get an incoming call at an inconvenient
time, let your voicemail answer it for you.
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
emergencies.
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9. Use your wireless phone to help others in
emergencies. If you see an auto accident,
crime in progress or other serious emergency
where lives are in danger, call 9-1-1 or other
local emergency number, as you would want
others to do for you.
increases as sound is played louder and for longer
durations. Prolonged exposure to loud sounds
(including music) is the most common cause of
preventable hearing loss. Some scientific research
suggests that using portable audio devices, such as
portable music players and cellular telephones, at
high volume settings for long durations may lead to
permanent noise-induced hearing loss. This includes
the use of headphones (including headsets, earbuds,
and Bluetooth or other wireless devices). Exposure to
very loud sound has also been associated in some
studies with tinnitus (a ringing in the ear),
10. Call roadside assistance or a special non-
emergency wireless assistance number when
necessary. If you see a broken-down vehicle
posing no serious hazard, a broken traffic
signal, a minor traffic accident where no one
appears injured, or a vehicle you know to be
stolen, call roadside assistance or other special
non-emergency number.
hypersensitivity to sound and distorted hearing.
Individual susceptibility to noise-induced hearing loss
and potential hearing problem varies. Additionally, the
amount of sound produced by a portable audio device
varies depending on the nature of the sound, the
device settings, and the headphones that are used. As
a result, there is no single volume setting that is
appropriate for everyone or for every combination of
sound, settings and equipment.
"The wireless industry reminds you to use your phone
safely when driving."
For more information, please call 1-888-901-SAFE, or
visit our web-site www.ctia.org
.
You should follow some commonsense
recommendations when using any portable audio
device:
Important!: If you are using a handset other than a standard
numeric keypad, please call 1-888-901-7233.
•
Set the volume in a quiet environment and select the
lowest volume at which you can hear adequately.
Provided by the Cellular Telecommunications &
Internet Association.
•
When using headphones, turn the volume down if you
cannot hear the people speaking near you or if the person
sitting next to you can hear what you are listening to.
Responsible Listening
Caution!: Avoid potential hearing loss.
•
Do not turn the volume up to block out noisy surroundings.
If you choose to listen to your portable device in a noisy
environment, you noise-cancelling headphones to block
Damage to hearing occurs when a person is exposed
to loud sounds over time. The risk of hearing loss
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out background environmental noise. By blocking
background environment noise, noise cancelling
headphones should allow you to hear the music at lower
volumes than when using earbuds.
National Institute on Deafness and Other
Communication Disorders
National Institutes of Health
31 Center Drive, MSC 2320
Bethesda, MD 20892-2320
Voice: (301) 496-7243
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Limit the amount of time you listen. As the volume
increases, less time is required before you hearing could
be affected.
Avoid using headphones after exposure to extremely loud
noises, such as rock concerts, that might cause
temporary hearing loss. Temporary hearing loss might
cause unsafe volumes to sound normal.
Email: [email protected]
Internet: http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/noise/
•
Do not listen at any volume that causes you discomfort. If
you experience ringing in your ears, hear muffled speech
or experience any temporary hearing difficulty after
listening to your portable audio device, discontinue use
and consult your doctor.
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
Hubert H. Humphrey Bldg.
200 Independence Ave., SW
Washington, DC 20201
You can obtain additional information on this subject
from the following sources:
Voice: 1-800-35-NIOSH (1-800-356-4647)
Internet: http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/noise/
American Academy of Audiology
11730 Plaza American Drive, Suite 300
Reston, VA 20190
Operating Environment
Remember to follow any special regulations in force
in any area and always switch your phone off
whenever it is forbidden to use it, or when it may
cause interference or danger.
Voice: (800) 222-2336
Email: [email protected]
Internet: http://www.audiology.org
When connecting the phone or any accessory to
another device, read its user's guide for detailed
safety instructions. Do not connect incompatible
products.
As with other mobile radio transmitting equipment,
users are advised that for the satisfactory operation
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of the equipment and for the safety of personnel, it is
recommended that the equipment should only be
used in the normal operating position (held to your ear
with the antenna pointing over your shoulder if you
are using an external antenna).
For more information see:
FCC Hearing-Aid Compatibility (HAC)
Regulations for Wireless Devices
On July 10, 2003, the U.S. Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Report and Order in WT Docket 01-
309 modified the exception of wireless phones under
the Hearing Aid Compatibility Act of 1988 (HAC Act) to
require digital wireless phones be compatible with
hearing-aids.
UsingYourPhoneNearOtherElectronic
Devices
Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from
radio frequency (RF) signals. However, certain
electronic equipment may not be shielded against the
RF signals from your wireless phone. Consult the
manufacturer to discuss alternatives.
The intent of the HAC Act is to ensure reasonable
access to telecommunications services for persons
with hearing disabilities.
Implantable Medical Devices
A minimum separation of six (6) inches should be
maintained between a handheld wireless phone and
an implantable medical device, such as a pacemaker
or implantable cardioverter defibrillator, to avoid
potential interference with the device.
While some wireless phones are used near some
hearing devices (hearing aids and cochlear implants),
users may detect a buzzing, humming, or whining
noise. Some hearing devices are more immune than
others to this interference noise, and phones also vary
in the amount of interference they generate.
Persons who have such devices:
•
Should ALWAYS keep the phone more than six (6) inches
from their implantable medical device when the phone is
turned ON;
The wireless telephone industry has developed a
rating system for wireless phones, to assist hearing
device users find phones that may be compatible with
their hearing devices. Not all phones have been rated.
Phones that are rated have the rating on their box or a
label located on the box.
•
•
Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket;
Should use the ear opposite the implantable medical
device to minimize the potential for interference;
Should turn the phone OFF immediately if there is any
reason to suspect that interference is taking place;
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•
The ratings are not guarantees. Results will vary
depending on the user's hearing device and hearing
loss. If your hearing device happens to be vulnerable
to interference, you may not be able to use a rated
phone successfully. Trying out the phone with your
hearing device is the best way to evaluate it for your
Should read and follow the directions from the
manufacturer of your implantable medical device. If you
have any questions about using your wireless phone with
such a device, consult your health care provider.
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personal needs. Your Virgin Mobile Slash phone by
Samsung has an M4 rating and a T4 rating.
hearing aid user with "normal usage" while using
their hearing aid with the particular wireless phone.
"Normal usage" in this context is defined as a signal
quality that is acceptable for normal operation.
M-Ratings: Phones rated M3 or M4 meet FCC
requirements and are likely to generate less
interference to hearing devices than phones that are
not labeled. M4 is the better/higher of the two
ratings.
The M mark is intended to be synonymous with the U
mark. The T mark is intended to be synonymous with
the UT mark. The M and T marks are recommended
by the Alliance for Telecommunications Industries
Solutions (ATIS). The U and UT marks are referenced
in Section 20.19 of the FCC Rules.
T-Ratings: Phones rated T3 or T4 meet FCC
requirements and are likely to generate less
interference to hearing devices than phones that are
not labeled. T4 is the better/higher of the two ratings.
The HAC rating and measurement procedure are
described in the American National Standards
Institute (ANSI) C63.19 standard.
Hearing devices may also be rated. Your hearing
device manufacturer or hearing health professional
may help you find this rating. Higher ratings mean
that the hearing device is relatively immune to
interference noise. The hearing aid and wireless
phone rating values are then added together. A sum
of 5 is considered acceptable for normal use. A sum
of 6 is considered for best use.
Other Medical Devices
If you use any other personal medical devices,
consult the manufacturer of your device to determine
if it is adequately shielded from external RF energy.
Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining
this information. Switch your phone off in health care
facilities when any regulations posted in these areas
instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care
facilities may be using equipment that could be
sensitive to external RF energy.
Vehicles
RF signals may affect improperly installed or
inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor
vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or its
representative regarding your vehicle. You should
also consult the manufacturer of any equipment that
has been added to your vehicle.
T3
+
T2
=
5
M3
+
M2
=
5
In the above example, if a hearing aid meets the M2
level rating and the wireless phone meets the M3
level rating, the sum of the two values equal M5. This
is synonymous for T ratings. This should provide the
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Posted Facilities
Remember, to make or receive any calls the phone
must be switched on and in a service area with
adequate signal strength. Emergency calls may not be
possible on all wireless phone networks or when
certain network services and/or phone features are in
use. Check with local service providers.
Switch your phone off in any facility where posted
notices require you to do so.
Potentially Explosive Environments
Switch your phone off when in any area with a
potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs
and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an
explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even
death.
To make an emergency call:
1. If the phone is not on, switch it on.
2. Key in the emergency number for your present
location (for example, 911 or other official
emergency number). Emergency numbers vary
by location.
Users are advised to switch the phone off while at a
refueling point (service station). Users are reminded
of the need to observe restrictions on the use of radio
equipment in fuel depots (fuel storage and distribution
areas), chemical plants or where blasting operations
are in progress.
3. Press the
key.
If certain features are in use (call barring, for
example), you may first need to deactivate those
features before you can make an emergency call.
Consult this document and your local cellular service
provider.
Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are
often but not always clearly marked. They include
below deck on boats, chemical transfer or storage
facilities, vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such
as propane or butane), areas where the air contains
chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust or metal
powders, and any other area where you would
normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine.
When making an emergency call, remember to give
all the necessary information as accurately as
possible. Remember that your phone may be the only
means of communication at the scene of an accident;
do not cut off the call until given permission to do so.
Emergency Calls
This phone, like any wireless phone, operates using
radio signals, wireless and landline networks as well
as user-programmed functions, which cannot
guarantee connection in all conditions. Therefore, you
should never rely solely on any wireless phone for
essential communications (medical emergencies, for
example).
Restricting Children's access to your Phone
Your phone is not a toy. Children should not be
allowed to play with it because they could hurt
themselves and others, damage the phone or make
calls that increase your phone bill.
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Check regularly that all wireless phone equipment in your
vehicle is mounted and operating properly.
Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases or
explosive materials in the same compartment as the
phone, its parts or accessories.
FCC Notice and Cautions
FCC Notice
The phone may cause TV or radio interference if used
in close proximity to receiving equipment. The FCC
can require you to stop using the phone if such
interference cannot be eliminated.
•
For vehicles equipped with an air bag, remember that an
air bag inflates with great force. Do not place objects,
including both installed or portable wireless equipment in
the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment
area. If wireless equipment is improperly installed and
the air bag inflates, serious injury could result.
Vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as
propane or butane) must comply with the National
Fire Protection Standard (NFPA-58). For a copy of this
standard, contact the National Fire Protection
Association, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA
02269, Attn: Publication Sales Division.
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Switch your phone off before boarding an aircraft. The
use of wireless phone in aircraft is illegal and may be
dangerous to the aircraft's operation.
Cautions
Failure to observe these instructions may lead to the
suspension or denial of telephone services to the
offender, or legal action, or both.
Any changes or modifications to your phone not
expressly approved in this document could void your
warranty for this equipment, and void your authority
to operate this equipment. Only use approved
batteries, antennas and chargers. The use of any
unauthorized accessories may be dangerous and void
the phone warranty if said accessories cause
damage or a defect to the phone.
Product Performance
Getting the Most Out of Your Signal Reception
The quality of each call you make or receive depends
on the signal strength in your area. Your phone
informs you of the current signal strength by
displaying a number of bars next to the signal
strength icon. The more bars displayed, the stronger
the signal.
Although your phone is quite sturdy, it is a complex
piece of equipment and can be broken. Avoid
dropping, hitting, bending or sitting on it.
Other Important Safety Information
If you're inside a building, being near a window may
give you better reception.
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Only qualified personnel should service the phone or
install the phone in a vehicle. Faulty installation or service
may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty
applicable to the device.
Understanding the Power Save Feature
If your phone is unable to find a signal after
searching, a Power Save feature is automatically
activated. If your phone is active, it periodically
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rechecks service availability or you can check it
yourself by pressing any key.
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If your phone is equipped with an internal antenna,
obstructing the internal antenna could inhibit call
performance.
Anytime the Power Save feature is activated, a
message displays on the screen. When a signal is
found, your phone returns to standby mode.
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Speak directly into the phone's receiver.
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 battery. If it is inoperable,
call Customer Care for service.
Understanding How Your Phone Operates
Your phone is basically a radio transmitter and
receiver. When it's turned on, it receives and
transmits radio frequency (RF) signals. When you use
your phone, the system handling your call controls the
power level. This power can range from 0.006 watts
to 0.2 watts in digital mode.
Availability of Various Features/
Ringtones
Many services and features are network dependent
and may require additional subscription and/or usage
charges. Not all features are available for purchase or
use in all areas. Downloadable Ringtones may be
available at an additional cost. Other conditions and
restrictions may apply. See your service provider for
additional information.
Maintaining Your Phone's Peak Performance
For the best care of your phone, only authorized
personnel should service your phone and accessories.
Faulty service may void the warranty.
There are several simple guidelines to operating your
phone properly and maintaining safe, satisfactory
service.
Battery Standby and Talk Time
Standby and talk times will vary depending on phone
usage patterns and conditions. Battery power
consumption depends on factors such as network
configuration, signal strength, operating temperature,
features selected, frequency of calls, and voice, data,
and other application usage patterns.
•
To ensure that the Hearing Aid Compatibility rating for
your phone is maintained, secondary transmitters such as
Bluetooth and WLAN components must be disabled during
a call.
•
If your phone is equipped with an external antenna, hold
the phone with the antenna raised, fully-extended and
over your shoulder.
Battery Precautions
•
Avoid dropping the cell phone. Dropping it, especially on a
hard surface, can potentially cause damage to the phone
and battery. If you suspect damage to the phone or
battery, take it to a service center for inspection.
•
•
Do not hold, bend or twist the phone's antenna, if
applicable.
Do not use the phone if the antenna is damaged.
•
Never use any charger or battery that is damaged in any
way.
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Do not modify or remanufacture the battery as this could
result in serious safety hazards.
•
Misuse or use of incompatible phones, batteries, and
charging devices could result in damage to the
equipment and a possible risk of fire, explosion, leakage,
or other serious hazard.
If you use the phone near the network's base station, it
uses less power; talk and standby time are greatly
affected by the signal strength on the cellular network
and the parameters set by the network operator.
Follow battery usage, storage and charging guidelines
found in the user’s guide.
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Extreme temperatures will affect the charging capacity of
your battery: it may require cooling or warming first.
Do not leave the battery in hot or cold places, such as in a
car in summer or winter conditions, as you will reduce
the capacity and lifetime of the battery. Always try to
keep the battery at room temperature. A phone with a hot
or cold battery may temporarily not work, even when the
battery is fully charged. Li-ion batteries are particularly
affected by temperatures below
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Battery charging time depends on the remaining battery
charge and the type of battery and charger used. The
battery can be charged and discharged hundreds of
times, but it will gradually wear out. When the operation
time (talk time and standby time) is noticeably shorter
than normal, it is time to buy a new battery.
0 °C (32 °F).
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Do not place the phone in areas that may get very hot,
such as on or near a cooking surface, cooking appliance,
iron, or radiator.
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If left unused, a fully charged battery will discharge itself
over time.
Use only Samsung-approved batteries and recharge your
battery only with Samsung-approved chargers. When a
charger is not in use, disconnect it from the power
source. Do not leave the battery connected to a charger
for more than a week, since overcharging may shorten its
life.
Do not get your phone or battery wet. Even though they
will dry and appear to operate normally, the circuitry
could slowly corrode and pose a safety hazard.
Do not short-circuit the battery. Accidental short-
circuiting can occur when a metallic object (coin, clip or
pen) causes a direct connection between the + and -
terminals of the battery (metal strips on the battery), for
example when you carry a spare battery in a pocket or
bag. Short-circuiting the terminals may damage the
battery or the object causing the short-circuiting.
•
Do not use incompatible cell phone batteries and
chargers. Some Web sites and second-hand dealers, not
associated with reputable manufacturers and carriers,
might be selling incompatible or even counterfeit
batteries and chargers. Consumers should purchase
manufacturer or carrier recommended products and
accessories. If unsure about whether a replacement
battery or charger is compatible, contact the
•
Do not permit a battery out of the phone to come in
contact with metal objects, such as coins, keys or
jewelry.
manufacturer of the battery or charger.
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Do not crush, puncture or put a high degree of pressure
on the battery as this can cause an internal short-circuit,
resulting in overheating.
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Do not drop, knock or shake the phone. Rough handling
can break internal circuit boards.
Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong
detergents to clean the phone. Wipe it with a soft cloth
slightly dampened in a mild soap-and-water solution.
Dispose of used batteries in accordance with local
regulations. In some areas, the disposal of batteries in
household or business trash may be prohibited. For safe
disposal options for Li-Ion batteries, contact your nearest
Samsung authorized service center. Always recycle. Do
not dispose of batteries in a fire.
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Do not paint the phone. Paint can clog the device's moving
parts and prevent proper operation.
Do not put the phone in or on heating devices, such as a
microwave oven, a stove or a radiator. The phone may
explode when overheated.
Care and Maintenance
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If your phone is equipped with an external antenna, use
only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna.
Unauthorized antennas or modified accessories may
damage the phone and violate regulations governing radio
devices.
Your phone is a product of superior design and
craftsmanship and should be treated with care. The
suggestions below will help you fulfill any warranty
obligations and allow you to enjoy this product for
many years.
If the phone, battery, charger or any accessory is not
working properly, take it to your nearest qualified service
facility. The personnel there will assist you, and if
necessary, arrange for service.
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Keep the phone and all its parts and accessories out of the
reach of small children.
Keep the phone dry. Precipitation, humidity and liquids
contain minerals that will corrode electronic circuits.
Do not use the phone with a wet hand. Doing so may
cause an electric shock to you or damage to the phone.
Do not use or store the phone in dusty, dirty areas, as its
moving parts may be damaged.
Do not store the phone in hot areas. High temperatures
can shorten the life of electronic devices, damage
batteries, and warp or melt certain plastics.
•
Do not store the phone in cold areas. When the phone
warms up to its normal operating temperature, moisture
can form inside the phone, which may damage the
phone's electronic circuit boards.
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Section 16: Warranty Information
Standard Limited Warranty
resulting from the use of Product in conjunction with
accessories, products, or ancillary/peripheral
equipment not furnished or approved by SAMSUNG;
(e) defects or damage from improper testing,
operation, maintenance, installation, or adjustment;
(f) installation, maintenance, and service of Product,
or (g) Product used or purchased outside the United
States or Canada.
What is Covered and For How Long?
SAMSUNG TELECOMMUNICATIONS AMERICA, LLC
("SAMSUNG") warrants to the original purchaser
("Purchaser") that SAMSUNG's Phones and
accessories ("Products") are free from defects in
material and workmanship under normal use and
service for the period commencing upon the date of
purchase and continuing for the following specified
period of time after that date:
This Limited Warranty covers batteries only if battery
capacity falls below 80% of rated capacity or the
battery leaks, and this Limited Warranty does not
cover any battery if (i) the battery has been charged
by a battery charger not specified or approved by
SAMSUNG for charging the battery, (ii) any of the
seals on the battery are broken or show evidence of
tampering, or (iii) the battery has been used in
equipment other than the SAMSUNG phone for which
it is specified.
Phone
1 Year
Batteries
Leather Case
Holster
1 Year
90 Days
90 Days
Other Phone Accessories 1 Year
What are SAMSUNG's Obligations? During the
What is Not Covered? This Limited Warranty is
conditioned upon proper use of Product by Purchaser.
This Limited Warranty does not cover: (a) defects or
damage resulting from accident, misuse, abuse,
neglect, unusual physical, electrical or
electromechanical stress, or modification of any part
of Product, including antenna, or cosmetic damage;
(b) equipment that has the serial number removed or
made illegible; (c) any plastic surfaces or other
externally exposed parts that are scratched or
damaged due to normal use; (d) malfunctions
applicable warranty period, SAMSUNG will repair or
replace, at SAMSUNG's sole option, without charge to
Purchaser, any defective component part of Product.
To obtain service under this Limited Warranty,
Purchaser must return Product to an authorized
phone service facility in an adequate container for
shipping, accompanied by Purchaser's sales receipt
or comparable substitute proof of sale showing the
date of purchase, the serial number of Product and
the sellers' name and address. To obtain assistance
on where to deliver the Product, call Samsung
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Customer Care at 1-888-987-4357. Upon receipt,
SAMSUNG will promptly repair or replace the
defective Product. SAMSUNG may, at SAMSUNG's
sole option, use rebuilt, reconditioned, or new parts or
components when repairing any Product or replace
Product with a rebuilt, reconditioned or new Product.
Repaired/replaced leather cases, pouches and
holsters will be warranted for a period of ninety (90)
days. All other repaired/replaced Product will be
warranted for a period equal to the remainder of the
original Limited Warranty on the original Product or for
90 days, whichever is longer. All replaced parts,
components, boards and equipment shall become the
property of SAMSUNG.
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THE WORKMANSHIP OF THE PRODUCT OR THE
COMPONENTS CONTAINED THEREIN; OR
COMPLIANCE OF THE PRODUCT WITH THE
REQUIREMENTS OF ANY LAW, RULE, SPECIFICATION OR
CONTRACT PERTAINING THERETO.
NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL
SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS
WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH
RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT. ALL IMPLIED
WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS THAT MAY ARISE BY
OPERATION OF LAW, INCLUDING IF APPLICABLE THE
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE HEREBY
LIMITED TO THE SAME DURATION OF TIME AS THE
EXPRESS WRITTEN WARRANTY STATED HEREIN.
SOME STATES/PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW
LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY
LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY
TO YOU. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE
LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING
FROM THE PURCHASE, USE, OR MISUSE OF, OR
INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT OR ARISING
DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM THE USE OR LOSS OF
USE OF THE PRODUCT OR FROM THE BREACH OF THE
EXPRESS WARRANTY, INCLUDING INCIDENTAL,
SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SIMILAR DAMAGES,
OR LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR BENEFITS, OR
FOR DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY TORT (INCLUDING
NEGLIGENCE OR GROSS NEGLIGENCE) OR FAULT
COMMITTED BY SAMSUNG, ITS AGENTS OR
If SAMSUNG determines that any Product is not
covered by this Limited Warranty, Purchaser must pay
all parts, shipping, and labor charges for the repair or
return of such Product.
WHAT ARE THE LIMITS ON SAMSUNG'S WARRANTY/
LIABILITY? EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THE EXPRESS
WARRANTY CONTAINED HEREIN, PURCHASER TAKES
THE PRODUCT "AS IS," AND SAMSUNG MAKES NO
WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION AND THERE ARE NO
CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY OR
OTHERWISE, OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH
RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO:
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THE MERCHANTABILITY OF THE PRODUCT OR ITS FITNESS
FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE;
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WARRANTIES OF TITLE OR NON-INFRINGEMENT;
EMPLOYEES, OR FOR ANY BREACH OF CONTRACT OR
FOR ANY CLAIM BROUGHT AGAINST PURCHASER BY
DESIGN, CONDITION, QUALITY, OR PERFORMANCE OF THE
PRODUCT;
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ANY OTHER PARTY. SOME STATES/PROVINCES DO
NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE
ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY
TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL
RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS,
WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE/PROVINCE TO
PROVINCE. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT
EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL
PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT AND STATES
PURCHASER'S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY. IF ANY PORTION
OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS HELD ILLEGAL OR
UNENFORCEABLE BY REASON OF ANY LAW, SUCH
PARTIAL ILLEGALITY OR UNENFORCEABILITY SHALL
NOT AFFECT THE ENFORCEABILITY FOR THE
REMAINDER OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY WHICH
PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES IS AND WILL ALWAYS
BE CONSTRUED TO BE LIMITED BY ITS TERMS OR AS
LIMITED AS THE LAW PERMITS. THE PARTIES
UNDERSTAND THAT THE PURCHASER MAY USE
THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT IN
CONJUNCTION WITH THE PRODUCT. SAMSUNG
MAKES NO WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS AND
THERE ARE NO CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, AS TO THE QUALITY,
CAPABILITIES, OPERATIONS, PERFORMANCE OR
SUITABILITY OF ANY THIRDPARTY SOFTWARE OR
EQUIPMENT, WHETHER SUCH THIRD-PARTY
PERFORMANCE AND SUITABILITY OF ANY SUCH
THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT LIE SOLELY
WITH THE PURCHASER AND THE DIRECT VENDOR,
OWNER OR SUPPLIER OF SUCH THIRD-PARTY
SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT, AS THE CASE MAY BE.
This Limited Warranty allocates risk of Product failure
between Purchaser and SAMSUNG, and SAMSUNG's
Product pricing reflects this allocation of risk and the
limitations of liability contained in this Limited
Warranty. The agents, employees, distributors, and
dealers of SAMSUNG are not authorized to make
modifications to this Limited Warranty, or make
additional warranties binding on SAMSUNG.
Accordingly, additional statements such as dealer
advertising or presentation, whether oral or written,
do not constitute warranties by SAMSUNG and should
not be relied upon.
Precautions for Transfer and Disposal
If data stored on this device is deleted or reformatted
using the standard methods, the data only appears to
be removed on a superficial level, and it may be
possible for someone to retrieve and reuse the data
by means of special software.
To avoid unintended information leaks and other
problems of this sort, it is recommended that the
device be returned to Samsung’s Customer Care
Center for an Extended File System (EFS) Clear which
will eliminate all user memory and return all settings
to default settings. Please contact the Samsung
Customer Care Center for details.
SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT IS INCLUDED WITH THE
PRODUCT DISTRIBUTED BY SAMSUNG OR
OTHERWISE, INCLUDING THE ABILITY TO INTEGRATE
ANY SUCH SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT WITH THE
PRODUCT. THE QUALITY, CAPABILITIES, OPERATIONS,
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Important!: Please provide warranty information (proof of
purchase) to Samsung’s Customer Care Center in
order to provide this service at no charge. If the
warranty has expired on the device, charges may
apply.
Customer Care Center:
1000 Klein St.
Plano, TX 75074
Toll Free Tel: 1.888.987.HELP (4357)
Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC:
1301 East Lookout Drive
Richardson, Texas 75082
Phone: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864)
Important!: If you are using a handset other than a standard
numeric keypad, dial the numbers listed in
brackets.
Phone: 1-888-987-HELP (4357)
©
2008 Samsung Telecommunications America. All
rights reserved.
No reproduction in whole or in part allowed without
prior written approval. Specifications and availability
subject to change without notice.
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Index
Groups
Editing 32
Numerics
A
Activation
Virgin Mobile Account
Active Call
C
911 20
Calculator 37
Call
Answer Options 16
Calls
H
HAC 79
Handling 5
Answering 16
Making 16
Contact
Finding a Name 35
Countdown 39
I
IM 28
Options 17
Inbox 29
B
Backlight 57
Banner 55
Battery
Options 29
D
Instant Messages
Sending 28
Display Screen
Overview 8
E
K
L
Email 28
Capacity 4
Charging 4
Installing 3
Emoticons 24
End-of-Call
Options 17
M
Messages
Event 38
Removing 4
Bluetooth
Device information 52
F
Erasing 33
Device name 52
Discoverable mode 52
Trusted devices 51
Turning Power On or
Off 51
Finding
M-Ratings 80
Exisitng Number 18
N
G
Notepad 40
P
Phone
Games 42
Graphics 42
Group
Functions 7
Overivew 6
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Voicemail 30
Accessing 30
Calling 30
Notification 30
Volume Level
Programming 12
Phone Information
Options 31
Signature 32
Speakerphone 18
Speed Dial
Creating Assignments
Icon glossary 66
My phone number 65
PRL 65
Serving system 66
Adjusting 17
W
Wallpaper 56
T
Text
Phone Number
Finding 12
Saving 34
Picture Messages
Sending 27
Entering 22
Retrieving 27
Sending 26
Modifying 24
Texts
PRL 65
Programming 12
R
Recent Calls
Making Calls From 19
Options 20
Ringtones 42
S
Themes 43
Top-Up 13
T-Ratings 80
U
Saved 31
Options 31
V
Scheduler 38
Security 60
Sent 30
VirginXL 44
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