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Power on or off

Keys and display

Switch on

Do not turn on the

phone when

mobile phone use

is prohibited.

1. Open the phone.

2. Press and hold [

] to turn on

the phone.

3. If necessary, enter the PIN and

press <

Switch off

1. Open the phone.

2. Press and hold [

Key(s)

Description

Soft keys

Perform the function indicated on the

bottom line of the display.

Navigation

keys

In Idle mode, access your favourite

menus, directly.
In Menu mode, scroll through the menu

options.

AT&T key In Idle mode, launch the web browser.

In Menu mode, select the highlighted

menu option.

Cancel key Delete characters from the display.

In Menu mode, return to the previous

menu level.

Summary of Contents for SGH-A167 Series

Page 1: ...9 User manual ...

Page 2: ...alled or your service provider or country some of the description in this guide may not match your phone Depending on your country your phone and accessories may appear different from the illustrations in this guide Printed in Korea Code No GH68 xxxxxA English 11 2008 Draft ...

Page 3: ...SGH A167 User s Guide ...

Page 4: ...int service station or near fuels or chemicals Switch off in an aircraft Wireless phones can cause interference Using them in an aircraft is both illegal and dangerous Switch off the phone near all medical equipment Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external radio frequency energy Follow any regulations or rules in force Interference All wireless...

Page 5: ...p your phone away from small children Keep the phone and all its parts including accessories out of the reach of small children Accessories and batteries Use only Samsung approved batteries and accessories such as headsets and PC data cables Useof any unauthorised accessories could damage you or your phone and may be dangerous Qualified service Only qualified service personnel may repair your phon...

Page 6: ...ach item Get started 5 First steps to operating your phone Install and charge the phone 5 Power on or off 6 Keys and display 6 Menu functions 9 All menu options listed Solve problems 17 Help and personal needs Health and safety information 19 ...

Page 7: ...a Call Time 9 Data Volume 10 Call Costs 4 MEdia Net 1 MEdia Net Home 2 Favorites 3 Enter URL 4 Browser Profiles 5 Clear Cache 5 AT T Mall 1 Shop Tones 2 Shop Games 3 Shop Graphics 4 Shop Multimedia 5 Shop Applications 6 Shop Themes 7 MEdia Net Home 6 Tools 1 Calendar 2 Calculator 3 Tip calculator 4 Converter 5 Timer 6 Stopwatch 7 World time 8 SIM AT 7 My Stuff 1 Audio 2 Graphics 8 Address Book 9 S...

Page 8: ...ge contains the following items Handset Battery Travel Adapter User s Guide The items supplied with your phone and the accessories at your Samsung dealer may vary depending on your country or service provider Yo ur phone ...

Page 9: ...w message displays and the empty battery icon blinks If the battery level becomes too low the phone automatically turns off Recharge your battery Remove the battery If the phone is already on first turn it off by holding Insert the SIM card Make sure that the gold coloured contacts on the card face down into the phone Install the battery Plug the travel adapter into the phone Plug the adapter into...

Page 10: ...f 1 Open the phone 2 Press and hold Key s Description Soft keys Perform the function indicated on the bottom line of the display Navigation keys In Idle mode access your favourite menus directly In Menu mode scroll through the menu options AT T key In Idle mode launch the web browser In Menu mode select the highlighted menu option Cancel key Delete characters from the display In Menu mode return t...

Page 11: ...er numbers letters and some special characters In Idle mode press and hold 1 to access your voicemail server Press and hold 0 to enter the international call prefix key In Idle mode press and hold to enter a pause between numbers key Press and hold to activate or deactivate Quiet mode Volume keys Adjust the phone volume In Idle mode with the phone open adjust the keypad tone volume With the phone ...

Page 12: ...and information you enter Soft key function indicators show the current functions assigned to the two soft keys Menu IM Icons display various icons Icons Out of your service area you cannot send or receive voice calls Connected with PC via USB port Browsing Internet on PC using the phone as modem New message Inbox full Profile setting Battery power level The icons shown on the display may vary dep...

Page 13: ...ures To access this menu press Menu in Idle mode and select Messaging Create New Message Use this menu to create and send text messages multimedia messages or e mails You can also send files using MMS Inbox This folder stores all types of messages you have received except for e mails IM Instant Messenger IM is a way of sending short simple messages that are delivered immediately to users online at...

Page 14: ...emplates Use this menu to create edit and send text templates Delete All Use this menu to delete all of the messages in each message type at once Messaging Settings Use this menu to customize the settings for IM SMS MMS E mail Push message and Broadcast Memory Status Use this menu to check the total amount of memory for storing messages and the amount of memory currently being used in each message...

Page 15: ...ived or missed You can access these functions from Idle or Menu mode Missed Calls This menu displays the most recent calls you did not answer Calls Made This menu displays the most recent calls you have dialed Calls Received This menu displays the most recent calls you have received Voice Mail If you are unable to answer a call the caller will be guided to leave a voice message in your voicemail b...

Page 16: ...ual time invoiced by your service provider will vary Data Volume You can view the amount of sent or received data such as MMS messages or downloading contents from the Wireless Web Call Costs This network feature displays the cost of calls This menu is available only if your SIM card supports this feature Note that this is not intended to be used for billing purposes ...

Page 17: ...ovider Favorites Use this menu to save URL addresses in order to quickly access web pages or access the preset bookmarks Enter URL Use this menu to manually enter a URL address and access the associated web page You can add the entered URL to the Bookmark list by selecting Add bookmark Browser Profiles Use this menu to select a connection profile to be used for connecting to the Internet You can a...

Page 18: ...s Shop Games You can access the web site preset by your service provider to download games Shop Graphics You can access the web site given by your service provider to download images Shop Multimedia You can access the web site preset by your service provider to download images or sounds Shop Applications You can access the web site preset by your service provider so that you can download more Java...

Page 19: ... the basic arithmetic functions addition subtraction multiplication and division and provides a number of higher level mathematical functions logarithmic factorial and trigonometric functions Tip Calculator Tip Calculator automatically calculates the following amounts Gratuity tip Individual payment for groups This tool provides an amount based upon the input entered into the following fields Bill...

Page 20: ...ht in another parts of the world World displays time in the 30 different time zones around the world My Stuff Menu 7 My Stuff stores file downloads for the following Audio and Graphics Address Book Menu 8 You can store phone numbers on your SIM card and in your phone s memory The SIM card and phone s memory are physically separate but they are used as a single entity called Phonebook To access thi...

Page 21: ...tions about features and applications and their answers Set Sound You can customize various sound settings Set Display Use this menu to change settings for the display and light You can change the background image select a skin color pattern for Menu mode specify whether or not the phone displays text adjust the brightness of the display for varying lighting conditions select the length of time th...

Page 22: ...e used for text display set the greeting to be displayed when the phone is switched on use the Navigation keys as shortcuts to access specific menus directly from Idle mode activate or deactivate auto redialing Anykey Answer and Active folder features Set Calls Use this menu to set options for call funcions Reset Settings Use this menu to reset the phone settings display settings sound settings in...

Page 23: ...his handset Important Enabling the HAC mode can affect the quality of the phone voice conversation 1 To turn a feature on highlight the HAC mode option and press the Select soft key or the key 2 Highlight Off or On and press the key t439 book Page 108 Thursday September 6 2007 5 32 PM ...

Page 24: ...witched on the PIN has to be entered To disable this feature use the PIN check menu Enter PUK The PIN code has been entered incorrectly three times in succession and the phone is now blocked Enter the PUK supplied by your service provider No service Network failure or Not done displays The network connection has been lost You may be in a weak signal area Move and try again You are trying to access...

Page 25: ...indicator on the display The number of bars indicates the signal strength from strong to weak Try moving the phone slightly or moving closer to a window if you are in a building No number is dialled when you re call a Phonebook entry Use the Contact list feature to ensure the number has been stored correctly Re store the number if necessary The battery doesn t charge properly or the phone sometime...

Page 26: ...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 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 ...

Page 27: ... may result in violation of FCC RF exposure guidelines SAR information on this and other model phones can be viewed on line at www fcc gov oet fccid This site uses the phone FCC ID number A3LSGHA167 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 fo...

Page 28: ...y 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 ...

Page 29: ...ation 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 ...

Page 30: ...nstrated the existence of any harmful health effects from wireless phones RF exposures 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 research is needed to decide whether RF exposure from wireless phones poses a health risk A combination of laboratory studies and epidemiological studies o...

Page 31: ...IA 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 wirel...

Page 32: ...ot based on scientific evidence that any health hazard exists 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 absorpti...

Page 33: ...ow 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 volu...

Page 34: ...a car practice good common sense and remember the following tips 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 fr...

Page 35: ...sistance 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 The wireless industry reminds you to use your phone safely when driving For more informa...

Page 36: ...ential interference If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place switch your phone off immediately Hearing Aids Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids In the event of such interference you may wish to consult your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives Other Medical Devices If you use any other personal medical devices consult the manufac...

Page 37: ...u should never rely solely on any wireless phone for essential communications medical emergencies for example 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 To...

Page 38: ...e 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 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 Failure to observe these instructions may lead to the suspension or d...

Page 39: ... 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 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 s...

Page 40: ... and voice data and other application usage patterns 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 Never use any charger or battery that is damaged in any way Use the battery only for its intended purpose If you ...

Page 41: ...whether a replacement battery or charger is compatible contact the manufacturer of the battery or charger 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 batte...

Page 42: ...ys recycle Do not dispose of batteries in a fire Battery usage by children should be supervised Care and Maintenance 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 Keep the phone and all its parts and accessories out of the reach of s...

Page 43: ... phone may explode when overheated When the phone or battery gets wet the label indicating water damage inside the phone changes color In this case phone repairs are no longer guaranteed by the manufacturer s warranty even if the warranty for your phone has not expired If your phone has a flash or light do not use it too close to the eyes of people or animals This may cause damage to their eyes Us...

Page 44: ...at 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 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 ph...

Page 45: ...ormal 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 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 U...

Page 46: ...appens to be vulnerable to interfer ence 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 personal needs M Ratings Phones rated M3 or M4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to gener ate less interference to hearing devices than phones that are not labeled M4 is the better higher of the two ratings T Ratings...

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