Samsung SPH-A523HBASKE - Manual (Page 9)

Getting Started 6
Activating Your Device
Activating Your Device
Contact your Wireless Carrier and follow their instructions for obtaining service, if
necessary. We suggest that you read this guide to fully understand the services your
device supports.
Install the Battery
Note: Your device comes packaged with a partially charged rechargeable standard Li-Ion battery and travel
adapter.
Important!: You must fully charge the battery the first time you use your device, otherwise you could
damage the battery. You can use your device while the battery is charging, but the battery will
take longer to recharge.
1. Slide the battery into the compartment so that the tabs on the end align
with the slots at the top of the device.(1) Press the battery down until it
clicks into place.(2)
2. Replace the battery cover (1) and slide it toward the bottom of the device
(2) until the cover clicks into place.
3. Make sure that the battery is properly installed before switching on the
device.
Turn Your Device On
1. Open the slide on your device.
2. Press and hold the key for two or more seconds.
Note: As with any other radio-transmitting device, do not touch the antenna (located at the bottom of the
phone) while using your device as this can affect call quality and can cause the device to operate at
a higher power level than is necessary.
3. The device begins searching for a network signal.