Samsung SPH-A500 User Manual
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Section 2: Understanding Your Phone
2A: Your PCS Phone - The Basics
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1. Signal Strength Indicator:
This icon represents the signal strength by
displaying bars. The more bars displayed, the better the signal
strength.
2. Headset Jack:
(located in the upper back corner of the phone.)
Allows you to plug in an optional headset for safe and convenient
hands-free conversations.
3. Volume Up/Down Key:
Allows you to adjust the ringer volume in
standby mode (with the flip open) or adjust the voice volume during
a call. They can also be used to scroll up or down to navigate
through the different menu options. To mute the ringer during an
incoming call, press the Volume Key up or down.
4. One Touch Internet Access Key:
Allows you to have internet access,
with the press of a button. When pressed, the PCS Wireless Web
browser is automatically started.
5. OK Key:
Pressing
when navigating through a menu accepts the
highlighted choice in the menu. Pressing
for a few seconds
automatically dials your voicemail.
6. TALK:
Place or receive a call. In standby mode, press the key once to
enter the Outgoing call log. If you press and hold the key down you
will initiate Voice Recognition.
7. Numeric Keypad:
Use these keys to enter numbers, letters, and
characters.
8. Shift/Asterisk:
Enters the asterisk [*] character for calling features.
In text entry mode, press to change the character input type.
9. Accessory Interface Connector:
This connector is used to connect
any available accessory cables to your phone.
10. Speaker:
The speaker allows you to hear the other caller and the
different ring tones and sounds offered by your phone.
11. Battery Indicator:
The battery indicator displays the amount of
remaining battery charge currently available in your phone. When
all bars are displayed in the battery icon, the phone’s battery is fully
charged. When they are not displayed, the phone’s battery is
completely discharged or empty.
12. Display Screen:
The display screen displays all the information
needed to operate your phone.