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General| Brand | Samsung |
|---|---|
| Model | SGH-A997 |
| Category | Cell Phone |
| Language | English |
Information on obtaining source code for open-source components.
Legal disclaimer on product warranties and liability limitations.
Detailed explanation of the noise suppression technology's function.
Explains how to use the manual and its conventions.
Steps for activating the phone, including SIM card and battery installation.
Explains different types of contacts and groups for EPTT.
Steps to activate and synchronize the AT&T Address Book.
How to play music files and navigate music folders.
Guide to accessing the mobile web and basic browser features.
Information on RF exposure and its potential health effects.
Specifics of what is covered and for how long under the warranty.
Explains special text elements used in the manual for clarity.
Explains text conventions used in the manual for clarity.
Step-by-step guide to installing the SIM card.
Step-by-step guide to installing the microSD card.
Step-by-step guide to installing the phone's battery.
Instructions for replacing the back cover after installation.
Guide on how to charge the phone's battery.
Explains the indicators for a low battery status.
Instructions for connecting a headset using the microUSB converter.
Procedures for powering the phone on and off.
Steps to set up the phone's voicemail service.
How to modify voicemail settings like name and number.
Lists key features and capabilities of the phone.
Diagram showing the phone's external components and their labels.
Description of the main display screen and its information.
Explanation of the navigation keys and their functions.
Function of the power button for turning on/off and exiting menus.
How to use the multitasking key to switch between applications.
Diagram showing the phone's front and side views with labels.
How to use the camera and camcorder for photos and videos.
Explanation of the backlight function and its behavior.
Breakdown of the four main areas of the phone's display.
Explanation of various icons displayed on the phone's screen.
Overview of different text input methods like ABC, T9, Numeric, and Symbols.
How to use the ABC input method for typing letters.
How to use the T9 predictive text system for faster word entry.
Steps to switch between different text input modes.
Chart showing keys and associated characters for text input.
How to insert symbols and punctuation marks into text.
How to enter numbers into text messages.
Steps to initiate a phone call.
Procedures for making international calls.
How to use pauses when dialing automated systems.
How to redial the last dialed number.
How to make calls from the recent calls list.
How to make calls using numbers stored in the Address Book.
How to answer incoming calls.
How to view and manage lists of incoming, outgoing, and missed calls.
How to view all types of calls (made, received, missed).
How to view details of missed calls.
How to save contact details from missed calls to the Address Book.
How to send a message to a missed call recipient.
How to delete entries from the missed calls list.
How to manage the list of numbers that are automatically rejected.
Steps to add numbers to the reject list.
Steps to remove numbers from the reject list.
How to view detailed information about specific calls.
How to call back a missed call number.
Available controls and features during an active phone call.
How to place an active call on hold.
Procedures for switching between active and held calls.
How to end either the active or held call.
Various options accessible during an active call.
How to place a new call while keeping the current one on hold.
How to enable and use the speakerphone feature during a call.
Options to control keypad tones during calls.
How to mute the microphone during a call.
How to search for contacts in the Address Book during a call.
How to handle incoming calls while on an active call.
Steps to accept an incoming call when another is active.
How to switch between active and held calls.
How to manage multiple calls simultaneously.
How to activate and deactivate silent mode for quiet operation.
Explains the differences between personal and administrator contacts/groups.
Steps to initialize and start using the Push to Talk service.
Explains icons indicating contact availability in EPTT.
How your availability status is displayed to others in EPTT.
Icons showing the availability of individuals in EPTT contacts.
How to set your status (Available, Do Not Disturb) for EPTT.
How to view and manage call and alert history for EPTT.
Steps to add new contacts to the EPTT contact list.
Options available for managing individual EPTT contacts.
How to make an EPTT call to a specific contact.
How to create groups for simultaneous EPTT calls.
Steps to add contacts to an existing EPTT group.
How to remove contacts from an EPTT group.
Options for managing EPTT groups.
How to delete an entire EPTT group.
How to make an EPTT call to a group.
Configuration options for the EPTT service.
How to mark contacts or groups as favorites for EPTT.
Steps to initiate an EPTT call to individuals or groups.
How to answer an incoming EPTT call.
How EPTT handles incoming cellular calls while on an EPTT call.
Feature for supervisors to take control of group EPTT calls.
Steps to activate and synchronize the AT&T Address Book.
Customization options for the phone's address book.
Setting the default location for new contact entries.
Filtering options for displaying address book entries.
Step-by-step instructions to add a new contact to the address book.
How to add extra information fields to a contact entry.
How to save a number from the call history to the address book.
How to add pauses to contact numbers for automated systems.
How to dial numbers stored in the address book.
How to locate specific contacts within the address book.
Options available when viewing or managing an address book entry.
How to synchronize the phone's address book with the AT&T cloud service.
How to check the phone number associated with the SIM card.
Information on Fixed Dialing Number mode for restricting calls.
How to enable or disable Fixed Dialing Number mode.
How to view contacts stored in the FDN list.
How to remove contacts from the FDN list.
Options for creating and managing contact groups.
How to add contacts to an existing group.
How to remove contacts from an EPTT group.
How to change the name of a contact group.
How to assign contacts to speed dial keys for quick dialing.
Steps to copy contact information to the SIM card.
Steps to copy contact information from the SIM card to the phone.
How to delete contacts from the phone or SIM card memory.
How to check memory usage for contacts on the phone and SIM card.
Overview of the applications menu and available programs.
How to access and manage audio files, tones, and music.
How to play pre-loaded games and shop for new ones.
Instructions for purchasing games through the AppCenter.
How to access and manage photos and videos.
Detailed guide on using the music player.
How to configure music player settings like shuffle and repeat.
How to play music files transferred from a computer.
How to listen to music using a stereo Bluetooth headset.
How to play music in the background while using other phone functions.
How to create and manage playlists for music.
Steps to create a new music playlist.
How to add existing songs to a playlist.
How to remove songs from an existing playlist.
Instructions for importing playlists from Windows Media Player.
How to purchase ringtones and music from AT&T stores.
How to transfer music from a PC using media applications.
How to stream music using the AT&T Radio service.
How to use the camera application to take photos.
How to take self-portraits using the phone's camera.
Settings and options for the camera application.
Options for setting the resolution of photos.
How to adjust white balance for camera photos.
How to adjust exposure settings for camera photos.
Options available after a photo has been taken.
How to view photos and videos using the View option.
How to edit photos using various tools like effects and adjustments.
How to use the camcorder to record videos.
Settings and options for the camcorder application.
Options for setting the shooting mode for video recording.
Options for setting the size of recorded video clips.
How to apply color effects to photos.
Options available after a photo has been taken.
Customizing camera and camcorder settings.
How to access the mobile web using the phone's browser.
Steps to launch and use the web browser.
How to navigate web pages and input fields.
Various options available while browsing the web.
How to access websites by entering their URL directly.
How to perform internet searches using keywords.
How to bookmark and access favorite websites.
Steps to open bookmarked websites.
How to add current websites to the favorites list.
How to modify existing favorite website entries.
How to remove a favorite website from the list.
How to clear website cookies from the browser.
How to access and use the browser history.
How to configure network connection profiles.
Steps to create a new network connection profile.
How to modify existing network connection profiles.
Information about Bluetooth technology and its use.
How to enable and use Bluetooth features.
How to make the phone discoverable for Bluetooth pairing.
How to view and manage paired Bluetooth devices.
How to search for and connect to new Bluetooth devices.
How to view and edit the phone's Bluetooth identification.
How to sync music files using Windows Media Player.
How to connect the phone to a PC as a removable storage device.
Lists the different message types supported by the phone.
How to compose and send text and multimedia messages.
Detailed steps for sending SMS messages.
Options for message delivery settings.
How to add attachments like photos or sounds to messages.
How to send and receive multimedia messages.
How to attach a business card to an outgoing message.
How to find and view received messages.
How to access and retrieve received messages from the inbox.
Steps to read text messages from the inbox.
Steps to read multimedia messages from the inbox.
Various options for managing SMS and multimedia messages.
Specific options for handling SMS messages.
Specific options for handling multimedia messages.
How to view messages that have been sent or are pending.
How to access and manage saved draft messages.
How to access and use email on the mobile device.
How to access and manage voicemail messages.
How to configure various messaging service settings.
How to automatically delete old messages from the inbox.
Options available for sending text messages.
Options available for sending multimedia messages.
How to access and manage voicemail messages.
Information about push messages and their reception settings.
How to manage settings for emergency alerts.
How to use and manage pre-defined text templates.
How to delete messages organized by folder.
How to view memory usage for different message types.
Overview of the applications menu and available programs.
How to purchase and download new applications.
Description of the AT&T FamilyMap application.
Description of the AT&T Navigator GPS application.
Information on using the AT&T Radio service for music streaming.
Description of the AT&T Social Net application.
How to use the Maps application for navigation.
How to access and use mobile email services.
Description of the My-Cast Weather application.
How to manage your AT&T account using the myAT&T application.
Information about the WikiMobile application for accessing Wikipedia.
How to shop for ringtones, games, and apps via the AppCenter.
How to access the internet using the phone's browser.
How to customize sound profiles (Normal, Silent, Driving, Outdoor).
Detailed options for configuring the Normal sound profile.
Settings for the Driving sound profile.
Settings for the Outdoor sound profile.
How to change display settings like wallpaper and menus.
Options for customizing the main phone display.
Options for customizing the main phone display.
Options for customizing the front display settings.
How to set a custom greeting message displayed on power-on.
How to set and adjust the phone's time and date.
How to set and adjust the phone's time and date.
Settings related to the phone's general operation and language.
How to change the display and input languages.
Setting the display language for screen text.
Setting the language for text input.
How to assign applications to navigation keys.
How to view the phone's assigned number.
Options for securing the phone and restricting access.
How to enable phone locking for security.
How to change the phone's password for locking.
How to change the SIM card's PIN code.
How to change the SIM card's PIN2 code.
How to control Access Point Names for advanced communication.
How to reset the phone to its factory default settings.
How to restore the phone to factory defaults, including user data deletion.
How to enable Airplane Mode to disable wireless functions.
How to enable T-Coil mode for hearing aid compatibility.
How to enable TTY (Text Telephone) functionality.
How to configure settings for dialing and receiving calls.
Common high-level call settings.
How to manage caller ID display settings.
How to set up a list of numbers to automatically reject.
How to configure how incoming calls are answered.
How to set automatic replies for messages.
How to activate alert tones for call connection and minute intervals.
How to activate alert tones for new messages received during a call.
How to configure phone voice call parameters.
How to forward incoming calls to another number.
How to be notified of incoming calls during an active call.
How to enable automatic redialing of the last number.
How to enable or disable the noise suppression feature.
How to manage connection settings like Bluetooth and USB.
Detailed information about Bluetooth technology.
How to configure the phone's USB connection mode.
How to create and customize network connection profiles.
How to configure settings for various phone applications.
How to check and manage phone memory usage.
How to clear memory for specific applications or all data.
How to check the amount of memory used by data categories.
How to check for and download software updates.
How to view information about the phone's hardware and software.
Information on RF exposure and its potential health effects.
Discussion on the health risks associated with cell phone radiation.
Summary of a study on cell phone use and brain cancer risk.
Information on a study monitoring health issues linked to long-term RF exposure.
Information on a study investigating RF exposure and childhood brain cancer.
Information on NCI's cancer statistics monitoring for brain cancer rates.
Steps urged by the FDA for the cell phone industry regarding RF exposure.
Steps to minimize RF exposure using hands-free devices.
Practical steps to minimize RF exposure from cell phone use.
Information about hands-free kits and their benefits.
Discussion on accessories claiming RF shielding effectiveness.
Safety advice for children using cell phones.
Safety guidelines for using mobile devices while driving.
Reminder to check local laws regarding mobile device use while driving.
Important information on proper battery handling and safety.
Important information on proper battery handling and safety.
Information on recycling Samsung mobile devices and batteries.
Safety instructions for the UL certified travel charger.
Important notes regarding the use and care of the display.
Disclaimer on proper touch-screen usage to avoid damage and warranty voiding.
Information on how the phone uses GPS for location-based services.
How to use navigation features, emphasizing visual confirmation.
How to make emergency calls and important considerations.
Guidelines for proper care and maintenance of the mobile device.
Precautions regarding exposure to liquids and moisture.
Recommended cleaning methods and solutions for the device.
Precautions against dropping or shaking the device.
Warning against painting the mobile device.
Explanation of keypad swelling due to atmospheric changes.
Important advice on preventing hearing loss from loud audio.
Contact information for the American Academy of Audiology.
Guidelines for using the device in different environments.
Advice on using the phone near other electronic equipment.
Precautions for users with implantable medical devices.
Advice for users of other personal medical devices.
RF signal effects on vehicle electronic systems and mounting advice.
Requirement to switch off the device in posted facilities.
Safety instructions for using the device in potentially explosive areas.
What to do if the device becomes wet.
FCC regulations for wireless device compatibility with hearing aids.
Explanation of M-ratings for hearing aid compatibility.
Explanation of T-ratings for hearing aid compatibility.
Advice on preventing children from misusing the mobile device.
FCC notices and cautions regarding device operation and modifications.
General warnings about device modifications and accessory usage.
Additional safety guidelines for device servicing and vehicle installation.
Specifics of what is covered and for how long under the warranty.
Details on warranty period for phone, batteries, and accessories.
List of conditions and damages not covered by the limited warranty.
Describes SAMSUNG's responsibilities for warranty repairs or replacements.
Steps required to obtain warranty service for the product.
Details on the limitations of SAMSUNG's liability concerning the product.
Information on the dispute resolution process, including arbitration.
Legal clause regarding the enforceability of warranty terms.
Advice on data transfer, disposal, and factory resets.
Legal agreement for the software included with the mobile device.
Details of the software license granted to the end user.
Samsung Electronics Co. reserves all rights not expressly granted.
Restrictions on reverse engineering, modification, and distribution of software.
Agreement on the collection and use of technical product support data.
Policy regarding software upgrades and supplements.
Conditions for transferring the software license to another party.
Compliance with export restrictions for the software.
Conditions under which the EULA may be terminated.
Disclaimer of warranties for the provided software and third-party applications.
Samsung's disclaimers regarding third-party applications on the device.
Limits on SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO.'s liability for software and applications.
Steps to customize the phone experience and register.
Benefits of registering, including product updates and offers.
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