3Section 1: Getting StartedThis section explains how to start using your SCH-r300 phone byactivating your service, setting up your Voicemail, or getting anunderstanding of how this manual is put together.Understanding this User ManualThe chapters of this guide generally follow the same order as themenus and sub-menus in your phone. A robust index for quickreference to most features begins on page 110.Also included is important safety information that you shouldknow before using your phone. Most of this information is nearthe back of the guide, beginning on page 88.Notes and TipsThroughout this guide there is text that is set apart from the rest.These are intended to point out important information, quickmethods for activating features, to define terms, and more. Thedefinitions for these methods are as follows:• Notes — Explain alternative options within the current feature, menu,or sub-menu.• Tips — Provide quick or innovative methods for performing functionsrelated to the subject at hand.• Important — Points out important information about the currentfeature that could affect performance, or even damage your phone.Installing the BatteryNote: Your phone comes packaged with a partially charged rechargeablestandard Li-Ion battery and travel adapter.Important!: You must fully charge the battery the first time you use yourphone, otherwise you could damage the battery.1. Insert the top end of the batteryfirst, matching the gold contactson the inside of the battery tothose on the phone.2. Press lightly on the bottom end ofthe battery down into the phoneuntil it slips into place.3. Press lightly down andupward on the top ofthe battery cover. 43