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SGH-A517 Series PORTABLE QUAD-BAND MOBILE PHONE User Guide Please read this manual before operating your phone, and keep it for future reference.
SGH-A517 Series PORTABLE QUAD-BAND MOBILE PHONE User Guide Please read this manual before operating your phone, and keep it for future reference.
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...you will not (and will not attempt to Samsung and protected under federal laws, state laws, and international treaty provisions. Samsung Telecommunications America (STA), LLC Headquarters: 1301 E. and its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone, including but is not limited to or ...a registered trademark of , reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or otherwise attempt to you have questions about your Samsung Mobile Phone? RSA® is transferred to create source code from the software. Intellectual Property All Intellectual Property, as defined...
...you will not (and will not attempt to Samsung and protected under federal laws, state laws, and international treaty provisions. Samsung Telecommunications America (STA), LLC Headquarters: 1301 E. and its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone, including but is not limited to or ...a registered trademark of , reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or otherwise attempt to you have questions about your Samsung Mobile Phone? RSA® is transferred to create source code from the software. Intellectual Property All Intellectual Property, as defined...
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... Card Information 7 Charging a Battery ...9 Installing the microSD Card 11 Turning the Phone On or Off 12 Setting Up Your Voice Mail 12 Section 2: Understanding Your Phone 14 Features of Your Phone 14 Open View of Your Phone 15 Closed View of Your Phone 17 Internal Display Layout 18 Selecting Functions and Options 20 Command Keys... Book 47 Using Contacts List 47 Adding a New Contact 49 Group Settings ...51 Speed Dial List ...52 Using My Business Card 54 Finding My Own Phone Number 54 FDN List ...55 Address Book Management 55 Using the Service Numbers 57 4
... Card Information 7 Charging a Battery ...9 Installing the microSD Card 11 Turning the Phone On or Off 12 Setting Up Your Voice Mail 12 Section 2: Understanding Your Phone 14 Features of Your Phone 14 Open View of Your Phone 15 Closed View of Your Phone 17 Internal Display Layout 18 Selecting Functions and Options 20 Command Keys... Book 47 Using Contacts List 47 Adding a New Contact 49 Group Settings ...51 Speed Dial List ...52 Using My Business Card 54 Finding My Own Phone Number 54 FDN List ...55 Address Book Management 55 Using the Service Numbers 57 4
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... Deleting Messages 69 Messaging Settings 69 Memory Status ...71 Section 8: Changing Your Settings 72 Set Sound ...72 Set Display ...74 Set Time & Date ...76 Set Phone ...77 Set Calls ...81 Bluetooth ...84 Set Applications ...87 Reset Settings ...87 Memory Status ...88 Section 9: AT&T Mall 89 Shop Tones ...89 Shop Games ...90...
... Deleting Messages 69 Messaging Settings 69 Memory Status ...71 Section 8: Changing Your Settings 72 Set Sound ...72 Set Display ...74 Set Time & Date ...76 Set Phone ...77 Set Calls ...81 Bluetooth ...84 Set Applications ...87 Reset Settings ...87 Memory Status ...88 Section 9: AT&T Mall 89 Shop Tones ...89 Shop Games ...90...
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... Section 14: Health and Safety Information 133 Health and Safety Information 133 Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling 135 UL Certified Travel Adapter 135 Consumer Information on Wireless Phones 135 Road Safety ...142 Responsible Listening 143 Operating Environment 145 Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices 145 Potentially Explosive Environments 147 Emergency Calls 148...
... Section 14: Health and Safety Information 133 Health and Safety Information 133 Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling 135 UL Certified Travel Adapter 135 Consumer Information on Wireless Phones 135 Road Safety ...142 Responsible Listening 143 Operating Environment 145 Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices 145 Potentially Explosive Environments 147 Emergency Calls 148...
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key until the 2. If necessary, power-off image displays. Lift the battery up your phone. Press down the power-off the phone by activating your service and setting up and away from the phone. Getting Started 7 Section 1: Getting Started Topics Covered • SIM Card Information • Charging a... Battery • Installing the microSD Card • Turning the Phone On or Off • Setting Up Your Voice Mail SIM Card Information This section describes the first steps to start using your phone by holding down and slide the battery cover away, as shown. 3....
key until the 2. If necessary, power-off image displays. Lift the battery up your phone. Press down the power-off the phone by activating your service and setting up and away from the phone. Getting Started 7 Section 1: Getting Started Topics Covered • SIM Card Information • Charging a... Battery • Installing the microSD Card • Turning the Phone On or Off • Setting Up Your Voice Mail SIM Card Information This section describes the first steps to start using your phone by holding down and slide the battery cover away, as shown. 3....
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... caution when inserting or removing the card and keep all SIM cards out of reach of children. ᮣ Make sure the gold contacts of the phone. 2. Installing the Battery 1. Press the battery down , then slide the SIM card into place. Make sure that the battery is properly installed and not obstructing... it in SIM card and its contacts can be easily damaged by scratches or bending. With the battery in position on the phone, place the cover back on the phone. 3. Align the battery tabs with the slots at the bottom of the card are face down until it clicks. 8 Inserting and ...
... caution when inserting or removing the card and keep all SIM cards out of reach of children. ᮣ Make sure the gold contacts of the phone. 2. Installing the Battery 1. Press the battery down , then slide the SIM card into place. Make sure that the battery is properly installed and not obstructing... it in SIM card and its contacts can be easily damaged by scratches or bending. With the battery in position on the phone, place the cover back on the phone. 3. Align the battery tabs with the slots at the bottom of the card are face down until it clicks. 8 Inserting and ...
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...and plug the connector of the travel adaptor to charge the battery, and use an adaptor of the wrong adaptor could damage your phone and void your phone for the power outlet. Plug the adaptor into a standard AC wall outlet. A fully discharged battery requires up to 4 hours of... the phone. 2. Note: You must use only Samsung approved batteries and chargers. Note: For connection to an electrical supply not located in the U.S., you must fully charge the battery before...
...and plug the connector of the travel adaptor to charge the battery, and use an adaptor of the wrong adaptor could damage your phone and void your phone for the power outlet. Plug the adaptor into a standard AC wall outlet. A fully discharged battery requires up to 4 hours of... the phone. 2. Note: You must use only Samsung approved batteries and chargers. Note: For connection to an electrical supply not located in the U.S., you must fully charge the battery before...
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Note: During charging, you must unplug the adaptor before removing the battery from the phone by gently pulling the connector out and replace the plastic cover back over the open jack. 3. Remove the adapter from the phone to avoid damage. 10 When the phone is completely charged, unplug the adapter from the power outlet. 4.
Note: During charging, you must unplug the adaptor before removing the battery from the phone by gently pulling the connector out and replace the plastic cover back over the open jack. 3. Remove the adapter from the phone to avoid damage. 10 When the phone is completely charged, unplug the adapter from the power outlet. 4.
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Installing the microSD Card Installing the microSD Card To add additional memory to your phone you can insert a microSD card into the slot. 2. Use the following instructions and illustrations for the micro-SD is a 2GB micro-SD. 1. Media Player will ... supported is 64MB. Warning!: Please note the proper side is facing down when inserting the card. 3. Place the microSD card into the side of the phone. Getting Started 11 Push the microSD card into the slot until it clicks into place. Open the side slot to release the card from the...
Installing the microSD Card Installing the microSD Card To add additional memory to your phone you can insert a microSD card into the slot. 2. Use the following instructions and illustrations for the micro-SD is a 2GB micro-SD. 1. Media Player will ... supported is 64MB. Warning!: Please note the proper side is facing down when inserting the card. 3. Place the microSD card into the side of the phone. Getting Started 11 Push the microSD card into the slot until it clicks into place. Open the side slot to release the card from the...
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.... The service provider may pre-populate the voicemail server number when the SIM card is displayed. If the phone asks you can make or receive calls. For further details, see "Change Phone Password" on the display, and the empty battery icon blinks. Now, you to Automatic at regular intervals... on page 79. To change the language, use the following steps: Open the phone to conserve the remaining battery power. If the battery level becomes too low, the phone automatically turns off to access your keypad, use the Language menu. From an Idle screen, press ...
.... The service provider may pre-populate the voicemail server number when the SIM card is displayed. If the phone asks you can make or receive calls. For further details, see "Change Phone Password" on the display, and the empty battery icon blinks. Now, you to Automatic at regular intervals... on page 79. To change the language, use the following steps: Open the phone to conserve the remaining battery power. If the battery level becomes too low, the phone automatically turns off to access your keypad, use the Language menu. From an Idle screen, press ...
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... also displays the screen and the icons that are displayed when the phone is lightweight, easy-to features and options. • Bluetooth • Camera and camcorder • Instant Messaging capability • E-mail • Featured ... Speakerphone capability • Web browser 14 Features of Your Phone Your phone is in your phone. User friendly, menu driven access to -use . Section 2: Understanding Your Phone Topics Covered Features of Your Phone • Open View of Your Phone • Closed View of Your Phone • Internal Display Layout • Selecting Functions and Options...
... also displays the screen and the icons that are displayed when the phone is lightweight, easy-to features and options. • Bluetooth • Camera and camcorder • Instant Messaging capability • E-mail • Featured ... Speakerphone capability • Web browser 14 Features of Your Phone Your phone is in your phone. User friendly, menu driven access to -use . Section 2: Understanding Your Phone Topics Covered Features of Your Phone • Open View of Your Phone • Closed View of Your Phone • Internal Display Layout • Selecting Functions and Options...
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... access both local and web-based Music applications. Display: This screen displays all the information needed to operate your phone: Keys The following illustrations show the main elements of your phone. 2. Understanding Your Phone 15 Soft keys: Perform the functions indicated by the screen text on the bottom of the display. 4. Navigation keys...
... access both local and web-based Music applications. Display: This screen displays all the information needed to operate your phone: Keys The following illustrations show the main elements of your phone. 2. Understanding Your Phone 15 Soft keys: Perform the functions indicated by the screen text on the bottom of the display. 4. Navigation keys...
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When in Idle mode, press and hold the key to access your voicemail server or press and hold to power your phone On or Off. In text entry mode, press to enter an International call , press to the previous menu. 11. Deletes items when in the menu. ...When in the main menu, it returns the phone to activate/deactivate the Silent mode. When you input. Earpiece/Speaker: Used to listen to automatically dial your phone. 16 key to audio and music from your 7. Press and hold to enter a space between numbers...
When in Idle mode, press and hold the key to access your voicemail server or press and hold to power your phone On or Off. In text entry mode, press to enter an International call , press to the previous menu. 11. Deletes items when in the menu. ...When in the main menu, it returns the phone to activate/deactivate the Silent mode. When you input. Earpiece/Speaker: Used to listen to automatically dial your phone. 16 key to audio and music from your 7. Press and hold to enter a space between numbers...
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...themselves will need to press and hold these keys to the open and front view illustrations. 1. Understanding Your Phone 17 To mute the ringer during a call. If the backlight is active. • If you are ...playing music and the backlight goes out, you to scroll up or down . When the phone is closed . This key is closed , press and hold this key to gain access to the music player...Volume key/Menu option key: Allows you have an incoming call , press the volume key up the phone or control the music player. Headset jack/Adapter jack: Allows you will not wake up or down...
...themselves will need to press and hold these keys to the open and front view illustrations. 1. Understanding Your Phone 17 To mute the ringer during a call. If the backlight is active. • If you are ...playing music and the backlight goes out, you to scroll up or down . When the phone is closed . This key is closed , press and hold this key to gain access to the music player...Volume key/Menu option key: Allows you have an incoming call , press the volume key up the phone or control the music player. Headset jack/Adapter jack: Allows you will not wake up or down...
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Back Light A back light illuminates the display and the keypad when you press any key or open the phone. Memory Card slot: Used to go forward, play/pause, or go back on the settings in an EDGE network. Backlight Time is accessing services in ... display has 3 areas: Icons 18 Shows the received signal strength. There are two settings under option 2 (Set Display), and option 3 (Light Settings). Appears when the phone is determined in progress. Music Player control: Used to install an optional microSD™ card for taking photos. 5. When data is Backlight Time. The greater...
Back Light A back light illuminates the display and the keypad when you press any key or open the phone. Memory Card slot: Used to go forward, play/pause, or go back on the settings in an EDGE network. Backlight Time is accessing services in ... display has 3 areas: Icons 18 Shows the received signal strength. There are two settings under option 2 (Set Display), and option 3 (Light Settings). Appears when the phone is determined in progress. Music Player control: Used to install an optional microSD™ card for taking photos. 5. When data is Backlight Time. The greater...
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... display the WAP message, and the icon will display in the Inbox with their special icon. Appears when the phone's profile is set to 0) or the # key shortcut. Understanding Your Phone 19 WAP messages do also appear in the top part of the display until the message is muted. When transferring...bars you see, the more power you are being forwarded to vibrate only. Appears when an alarm is no network coverage available. Appears when the phone's profile is set to Silent using the volume control (set to Silent. Shows the level of the service area, you cannot make or receive ...
... display the WAP message, and the icon will display in the Inbox with their special icon. Appears when the phone's profile is set to 0) or the # key shortcut. Understanding Your Phone 19 WAP messages do also appear in the top part of the display until the message is muted. When transferring...bars you see, the more power you are being forwarded to vibrate only. Appears when an alarm is no network coverage available. Appears when the phone's profile is set to Silent using the volume control (set to Silent. Shows the level of the service area, you cannot make or receive ...
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... menu structure without changing the settings, press the key. Command Keys Functions for the soft keys are two soft keys, the left side of the phone. • To move back up one you want: • Press the appropriate soft key. • To select the function displayed or the option highlighted, press... view the next function or highlight the next option on a list, press the Down Navigation key or the key on the left side of the phone. • To move back to view and alter the settings of a particular function. In some functions, you to the previous function or option on a list...
... menu structure without changing the settings, press the key. Command Keys Functions for the soft keys are two soft keys, the left side of the phone. • To move back up one you want: • Press the appropriate soft key. • To select the function displayed or the option highlighted, press... view the next function or highlight the next option on a list, press the Down Navigation key or the key on the left side of the phone. • To move back to view and alter the settings of a particular function. In some functions, you to the previous function or option on a list...
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... left soft key are as follows. • In the Idle screen, press the Options (right) soft key to open the My Menu screen. Understanding Your Phone 21 You can also use to return to a previous menu or to return to erase or clear numbers, text, or symbols from any menu. Command...
... left soft key are as follows. • In the Idle screen, press the Options (right) soft key to open the My Menu screen. Understanding Your Phone 21 You can also use to return to a previous menu or to return to erase or clear numbers, text, or symbols from any menu. Command...
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... highlighted links on the Navigation key to browse menus, sub menus, and lists. End Key The End key is used to turn on/off your phone, disconnect calls, and return to the standby mode. • Press and hold . • To back up a waiting call. Each key also acts as a shortcut to.... • To erase the entire sentence, press and hold the End key to turn on/off your phone. • Press twice in standby mode to display a list of recent calls to and from your phone. • Briefly press once to disconnect a call. • Press to return to standby mode from any menu...
... highlighted links on the Navigation key to browse menus, sub menus, and lists. End Key The End key is used to turn on/off your phone, disconnect calls, and return to the standby mode. • Press and hold . • To back up a waiting call. Each key also acts as a shortcut to.... • To erase the entire sentence, press and hold the End key to turn on/off your phone. • Press twice in standby mode to display a list of recent calls to and from your phone. • Briefly press once to disconnect a call. • Press to return to standby mode from any menu...