Getting Started, SIM Card Information

Section 1: Getting Started

This section describes the first steps to operating your phone.

SIM Card Information

When you subscribe for 3G cellular network services, you receive a plug-in SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, and available optional services.

Activating Your Phone

Activating your phone requires several things: inserting the SIM card, charging the battery, and turning on the phone.

▶If necessary, power-off the phone by pressing and holding the

key until the power-off image displays.

Removing the Battery

1.Use a coin or other object inserted in the slot on the back cover and turn it counter clockwise to open the battery cover (as shown).

2.Use the grooves at the top of the cover to lift the cover up and away from the back of the phone.

3.Lift the battery up and away from the phone, as shown.

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Contents

SGH-A837 Series Intellectual Property Headquarters Disclaimer of Warranties Exclusion of Liability GH68-18518A Table of Contents Messaging 110 124130 132 171 173174 174 Key until the power-off image displays Removing the BatteryGetting Started SIM Card Information Installing the microSD Card Installing and Removing the SIM CardRemove the back cover and battery To remove the SIM, gently slide it out of the socket Replacing the Battery Charging the Battery Turning the Phone On or Off Low Battery IndicatorIf the phone asks, enter a password and press the Confirm Changing the Voice Mail Name and Number Setting Up Your Voice MailSetting Up Your Personal Options Features of Your Phone Understanding Your Phone Open View of Your Phone KeysPage When the phone is closed, press and hold these keys to Closed View of Your PhoneMusic Player is active Back Light Displays when a call is in progress Main Display LayoutDisplay has 3 areas Icons Displays when you receive new voice mail message Displays when a new multimedia message is received Select an empty slot and press the key Selecting Functions and OptionsRecent calls allows you to view the recent call log Command Keys Selecting OptionsSelect soft key or the key Key Left Soft Key Right Soft KeyClear Key End Key Navigation Key Address Book Call Functions Making a Call If the Any Key option in the Settings Calls General If the Open Flip option in the Settings CallsMaking a Call from the Address Book Answering a Call Initiating and Receiving a Video Share Session Stop Select this option to stop the video share featureVideo Share Video Share In-Call LiveShare a Recorded Video File Spkr Off/On press this key to the speaker off/on Viewing Missed Calls Recent CallsViewing All Calls Viewing the Details of a Missed Calls Highlight Details and press the keySaving a Missed Call to your Address Book Sending a Message to a Missed Call Call Back Call DetailsDeleting a Missed Call Adjusting the Call Volume Options During a CallPutting a Call on Hold To place a call on hold Address Book Allows you to access your Address Book In-Call Options Muting or Sending Keypad Tones Using the Speakerphone During an Active CallSwitching off the Microphone Mute To switch between the two calls, press Options Swap Searching for a Number in Address BookCall Waiting Highlight Active Call, Held Call, or All Calls and press Silent Mode Way Calling Multi-Party CallingPress the key to end the call Use the Navigation keys to highlight Join and press Accessing a Menu Function by Scrolling Using ShortcutsMenu Navigation Menu Navigation Press the key to access the selected option My MenuRemove removes the selected shortcut from this field Press the Options soft key and select one of the following Using the Text Input Methods SymbolsEntering Text T9 Input Method T9 abc, T9 Abc, and T9 ABC Enter a Word in T9 Mode Using the T9 Input MethodChanging the Text Input Mode Using the Alphabetic Input Method Enter the word you want to add using the ABC modeAdd a New Word into the T9 Dictionary Press the Add soft key or the key Using the Symbols Input Method Using the Numeric Input Method Using Contacts Understanding Your Address BookDialing a Number from Address Book Finding an Address Book Entry Storing a Number in the Phone’s Memory Address Book Entry OptionsAdding a New Contact Press the Options soft key and select Save or press Storing a Number on the SIM CardRingtone allows you to choose a ringtone for this contact Video Share initiates a Video Share Call with this contact Call allows you to call a currently selected entryIdle mode, enter the location number for the phone Group Settings Setting Up Speed Dial EntriesSpeed Dial List Editing a Caller Group Reject List Deleting Speed Dial EntriesAdding a number to the Reject List Scroll to the contact to assign to this speed dial number Service Number Using the Service Dialing NumbersIdle mode, press Menu Address Book Service Editing an Entry on the Reject List Address Book Settings My Business CardSave New Contact View Contacts from Idle mode, press Menu Settings Phone FDN ContactsUsed Space Change a contact, or delete a contact from the FDN List Press the Copy soft key SIM ManagementCopying Contacts to the SIM Card Deleting Contacts from the SIM Card Press the Delete soft keyHighlight the entry that you want to delete from the SIM Idle mode, press Menu Yellowpages and press Initializing Push to Talk Service Push to TalkPTT Icons My Availability PTT Contact Availability Individuals Groups Add ContactIdle mode, press Menu Push to Talk PTT Add Contact and press Select soft key or the key Quick Group allows you to make a group call without pre Invitation In Progress icon displaysHandset sends an invitation to the new contact Group and press the Select soft key or the key Quick Group ShortcutQuick Group Call display on your screen PTT Group Options Release the key when you finish speaking Add GroupDynamic Call Deleting PTT Contacts Or the key Adding Members to a Group from PTT ContactsSelect Edit and press the Right Navigation key Making a PTT Call Deleting a Member from a Group Receiving a PTT Call Convert a PTT Call to a Cellular Call PTT Settings Select PTT Settings and press the Select soft key orKey. Choose from the following options Idle mode, press Menu PTT and press the Select soft Pending Invitations Call WaitingHelp Messaging Types of MessagesCreating and Sending Text Messages Text field, begin creating your text messagePage Creating and Sending Multimedia Messages By selecting one of the Empty fields and pressing KeyPress the Send soft key to send the message You can add additional recipients from your Address Book Locating a Message Press the Send To soft key. The Recipients screen displaysMessage and press the Select soft key or the key Select an Image, Sound or Video and press the key Retrieving a Multimedia Message from the Inbox InboxRetrieving a Text Message from the Inbox Using Message Options Options for SMS Messages Using Instant Messenger IM Signing into Your Mobile EmailOptions for Multimedia Messages More Sent OutboxSigning into Your IM Account Key Highlight New Account if this is the first time you are Using Message Templates DraftsMy Folder Deleting Messages Messaging Settings Text MessageMultimedia Message Following options are available MEdia Net AT&T MMS AT&T IMS Please contact AT&Ts customer service center for details Voice MailPush Message Always Prompt NeverPage Idle mode, press Menu MEdia Net MEdia Net Accessing the MEdia Net HomepageMEdia Net and WAP To select a browser item, highlight a MEdia Net entry Accessing the MEdia Net SiteNavigating with the WAP Browser Selecting and Using Menu Options Reload reloads the current page with updated informationEntering Text in the WAP Browser Following modes are available Using Favorites Accessing a WAP Site Using FavoritesMy Account Chat Group News Sports Weather MEdia Net Press the Options soft key to select Go to or press Key Storing a URL Address as a Favorite Editing FavoritesDeleting Favorites Idle mode, press Menu MEdia Net and press Using your History Saved PagesAdvanced Clearing Caches Changing the WAP Profiles Emptying the CookiesCookie Options Preferences Advanced Settings allows you to configure some of the IP Press the Options soft keyConnection None, Normal, or Secure Home URL enter the URL address of the homepage To access homepage of the online shopping mall, select Downloading Multimedia FilesTraffic Class select the traffic class MEdia Net Home Shop Games MEdia MallShop Tones Shop Graphics Shop MultimediaSelect an image entry and press the key Select an video file entry and press the key Shop Applications Shop VideosSelect an application file entry and press the key Select an application file entry and press the key Accessing the MEdia Net Home Idle mode, press Menu MEdia Mall MEdia Net My Stuff EntertainmentAudio Select one of the following Folders and press the Select Accessing the Graphics Folder Games and AppsGraphics Shop Games Shop Graphics Selecting and Using the Graphics FolderRename allows you to rename the selected graphic Using the Camera VideosTools Taking Photos Press the key to take the photo Camera OptionsIcons are defined in the following Panorama allows you to take a panoramic still shot Options are 1280x960 results in a 1.3M size 640x480 320x240 GeneralCamera Camcorder Camera Options after Taking a Photo Using the GalleryMore provides access to the following options Editing a Photo Zoom allows you to zoom in on the image or zoom out Using the Camcorder Key Press the key twice to switch to the camcorderShooting Video Press the key to return to the camcorder preview General Accessing the Video Folder Camcorder Options after a Video is TakenRename allows you to rename the video file Select a video file and press the key to play the video Using Video Share Record Audio Alarms Delete allows you to delete the memoTo exit, press the Back soft key or the key Audio Folder Setting Auto Power-up Alarms Key Select Auto Power-upand press the keyMin, 3 Min, 5 Min, 7 Min, or 10 Min Press the key to save the changes Calendar Select one of the following options and press the SelectDelete this option allows you to delete the selected event 101 Appointment End Date enter a date for this appointment to endHighlighted, press the key to select this audio file Press the key to save this new appointment entry Anniversary Date enter a date for this anniversaryPress the key to save this new anniversary entry Other Event Options Indicates a Holiday Tasks Press the key to select this audio filePress the Options soft key. Highlight Create, and press Priority allows you assign the task a priority 1, 2, or Tip Calculator Save and the key, or press the keyCalculator Bill Tip% # paying Remaining fields indicateConverter World Time Timer Other FilesTime & Date Stopwatch Used Space On PhoneOn Card You wish to view, then press the Select soft key or Key Accessing AT&T Music BluetoothEntertainment Adding Music to your Handset Using the Music Player Idle mode, press Menu My Stuff EntertainmentKey to open the folder Press the key to play the song Music Player Options Playing Music through a Stereo Bluetooth Device Transfer to Bluetooth Stereo headset and pressPlaying Music Transferred to the Handset Want to listen to and press the key Playing Music while Using the Phone Key and select the Hide Player optionIdle screen, press the key once Pause Center key, and press the Fast Forward Using Playlists Creating a PlaylistAdding Songs to a Playlist Highlight Playlists and press the Right Navigation key Removing songs from a Playlist Importing a Playlist from Windows Media PlayerPress the key to return to the AT&T Music screen Use the USB adapter cable to connect the handset to It is now safe to unplug the USB connector from the handset Shop MusicA837-Phone Highlight Music Player and press the Select soft key or Key Key Use the Up or Down Navigation key to highlight Select Select Settings and press the Select soft key or KeyTransferring Music from the Digital Music Stores Transferring Music using a Media Application Using ID song Using Manage IDsKey Highlight ID song! and press the key Available, highlight get, and press the key Exiting from the Music ID Application Using XM RadioAccessing Music Videos Viewing a Video Clip Using The BuzzMusic Video Options Press the key Press the key to return to Idle mode Music CommunityPress the Done soft key to accept and save your information Highlight Community and press the Select soft key or Music Applications Cellular Video CV and press the Select soft key or Key Cellular VideoCellular Video Options Stop Media Clip OptionsPause/Resume Using the Video Categories Cellular Video SettingsJump to Track Time Landscape Customizing Cellular Video Updating the Favorites ListAdding a Video Alert Customize CV button from the bottom of the homepage Setting up Parental Control My PurchasesParental Controls Highlight My Account and press the Select soft key or Key to toggle the On/Off state Configuring the FiltersHighlight the OK button and press the key Tip Press the AT&T Navigator key AT&T GPSDrive To 131 Changing Your Settings Quick TipsPress the key to exit the browser Options for Quick Tips Idle mode, press Menu Settings Sound Profile Press the Save soft key when you are finishedSound Profile Normal Profile Melody the phone sounds the selected melody Call TabMessage Phone Other Available Profiles 135 Display Settings Main DisplaySelection and press the Select soft key or the key 136 Front Display Light SettingsTime & Date Phone Key or the key to confirm the selectionLanguage Screen Text Input T9 ShortcutsOwn Number Security Lock Phone Lock SIM CardCheck PIN Code Lock Applications Off you can call any number General Coil ModeCalls Highlight On or Off and press the Select soft key or Voice Call Key to select a number from the Address Book Press the Select soft key to save your new selectionEnter the Forward To number in the field or press Call Waiting Bluetooth ConnectivityPress the key to make your selection. Options include Press the Select soft key to confirm your selection Highlight Search For New Device and press the Select Highlight On or Off and press the Select soft key orDiscoverable My Devices This option allows you to search for new Bluetooth devices Selecting your Phone’s USB ModeMy Bluetooth Info Search for New Device Idle mode, press Menu Settings Connectivity Configuring your Network ProfilesSelect USB Mode and press the Select soft key or 148 149 IMS SettingsAdvanced Settings allows you to configure some Applications Settings Reset SettingsVideo Share Settings Idle mode, press Menu Settings Reset Settings Clearing Memory Memory ManagementClear Memory Used Space Checking the Used Space Software UpdateIdle mode, press Menu Settings Software 153 Idle mode, press Menu Settings Phone InformationPhone Information Accessibility TTY SettingsUse the following steps to access the TTY settings Accessibility Health and Safety Information Health and Safety InformationExposure to Radio Frequency RF Signals Certification Information SAR 156 Samsung Mobile Products and RecyclingUL Certified Travel Adapter Consumer Information on Wireless Phones Do wireless phones pose a health hazard?What is FDAs role concerning the safety of wireless phones? 157 What are the results of the research done already? 158 159 What about children using wireless phones? 160 161 162 Road SafetyGet to know your wireless phone and its features, such as 163 Responsible Listening 164 American Academy of Audiology National Institute for Occupational Safety and HealthOperating Environment Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices Implantable Medical DevicesPersons who have such devices Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket 167 Potentially Explosive Environments Emergency CallsOther Medical Devices Vehicles FCC Notice Restricting Childrens access to your PhoneFCC Notice and Cautions Other Important Safety Information Getting the Most Out of Your Signal ReceptionUnderstanding the Power Save Feature Product Performance Availability of Various Features/Ring Tones Battery Standby and Talk TimeBattery Precautions Maintaining Your Phones Peak Performance 32 F 172 Care and Maintenance What is Covered and For How Long? Warranty InformationStandard Limited Warranty What are the Limits on Samsungs WARRANTY/LIABILITY? 175 176 Precautions for Transfer and Disposal 177 Index Bluetooth Device Call SettingsCall Alert Type Call Forwarding Call Functions Charging battery Clear key Command Keys Connectivity Graphics Group SettingsCamera Options Cellular Video Left soft key Light Settings Low battery indicator Main Display SettingsMessage Settings HAC Phone Information Phone Safety Phone Settings Ratings Multitasking Music File ExtensionsMusic Videos MusicID Settings Standard Limited WarrantySubscriber Identity Module SIM T9 Mode Push To Talk Using Favorites Using Quick TipsTools Video Categories

AT&T A837 Rugby user manual Getting Started, SIM Card Information, Activating Your Phone

Models: A837 Rugby

Section 1: Getting Started

SIM Card Information

Activating Your Phone

key until the power-off image displays.

Removing the Battery