Samsung SCH-u540 V CAST Video and Music Capable
The Wireless Devices Group introduces the Samsung SCH-u540 to the product line-up on March 23, 2007!
Features of the SCH-u540 Include:
- V CAST Music and Video
- External Touch Sensitive Keys
- Exchange vCards via Bluetooth
- Dual Stereo Speakers & Speakerphone
- VZNavigator Capable
In a world where so many handsets seem like more of the same, the Samsung u540 is an innovator. Slim and stylish, this little handset not only offers V CAST Video – but a big 2.1" TFT screen for better viewing. Your customers can access V CAST Music in stereo with dual stereo speakers – and move through their play lists with a touch-sensitive external control.
Specifications
Camera/Camcorder
- 1.3 Megapixel Digital Camera/Camcorder with Digital Zoom
- Brightness Adjustment
- Self Timer: Off, 2, 5, or 10 seconds
- Color Effects: Normal, B/W, Sepia, Negative, Green, Aqua, Solarize, Sketch
- Multi-Shot Mode: Series, Divided
- Resolution Adjustment: 1280x960, 640x480, 320x240, 160x120, 128x96
- Shutter Sound selection
Services
- V CAST Music Player: WMA & MP3
- V CAST Video
- Mobile Web 2.0 Capable
- Email, Mobile IM, Chat Capable & Voicemail
- Get It Now® Capable
- Text, Picture and Video Messaging
- Location Based Services: including VZ Navigator, Chaperone Parent/Child
Data & Text
- Voice Commands: Voice Dial, Menu Readout, Digit Dial Readout, Call Announcement, Voice Settings
- Personal Organizer: Calendar with Scheduler, Note Pad
- Tools: Alarm Clock, World Clock, Stop Watch, Calculator, Converter
- Phone book with up to 500 Entries with multiple contacts
- Speed Dialing
Voice/Audio
- 72-Note Polyphonic Ringtones
- Advanced speech recognition
- Dual Stereo Speakers and Speakerphone
- Directional Microphone
General
- High Tier
- EVDO/1XRTT Digital Only
- Bluetooth Profiles Supported: Headset, Handsfree, Dial Up Networking, Serial Port, and Object Push for vCard.
- microSD™ Expansion Slot (capable of reading up to 2 GB)
- Dimensions: 3.88 x 2.00 x 0.66" with battery
- Screen size: 2.1 inches
- Display: 176 x 220 Pixel, QCIF 262K TFT Color
- Weight: 2.82 ounces with standard battery
- SAR: Head- 1.34, Body- 0.478
- Hearing Aid Compatibility=M4/T4
- TTY Compatible
- Usage Time: Up to 210 Minutes with standard battery
- Standby Time: Up to 200 hours with standard battery
- Handset Insurance available: Yes
- 2.5mm Headset Jack Supported
Pricing and Package
National Retail Price (Before Rebate)
| Term | Price |
|---|---|
| 2 Year Contract | $129.99* |
| 1 Year Contract | $179.99* |
| Full Retail | $199.99 |
Mail-In Rebate: $50.00
Easy Pay: $129.99 after $50 MIR
Package Includes:
- Standard Lithium Ion Battery
- Travel Charger
- User Guide
- Quick Reference Guide
*Holster/ and or Leather Case Sold Separately
Optional Accessories
Power & Charging
- Vehicle Power Charger (SAMGRVVPC-1) - $29.99
- Travel Charger-In Box (SAMGRVTVL) - $29.99
- Standard LiIon Battery (800 mAh) (SAMU540BAT) - $39.99
- Extended LiIon Battery (1420 mAh) (SAMU540BATX) - $49.99
Cases & Holders
- Leather Case (SAMU540CAS) - $19.99
- Swivel Holster (SAMU540HOL) - $19.99 (Limited Stock)
- Vehicle Power Charger & Case (SAMU540COM) - $39.98
- Arm Case Pouch (ARMPOUCH1) - $19.99
Cables & Adapters
- Celebrite Cables (CEL-41SAM) - Price not specified
- PST Tools USB cable (PSTSAMGUSB) - Price not specified
- Stereo 2.5mm to 3.5mm Adapter w/CAE (SHS25-35MMCAE) - $12.99
- Stereo 2.5mm to 3.5mm Adapter (SHS25-35MM) - $9.99
Audio Accessories
- Music Essential Kit (MSKSAM-1) - $29.99 (Includes Music Manager Software, USB Cable, In-Ear Stereo Headset)
- Universal Portable Speakers (SPEAK25-LG - $49.99, IM4VZW - $99.99)
- Over the Ear Stereo Headsets (JABWAVSHS - $9.97 Closeout, SONYQSHS - $39.99)
- In the Ear Stereo Headsets (VZWBUDSHSB - $29.99, JABSETSHS - $29.99)
Memory Cards
- Memory Cards: TFLASH256 ($24.99), TFLASH512 ($34.99), TMICRO1G ($44.97), TMICRO2G ($69.97), MCREADER ($19.99)
- Micro Card w/MiniSD & Full Size SD adapter: TMADP-512MB ($34.99), TMADP-1GB ($49.99), TMADP-2GB ($69.99)
Bluetooth Accessories
A wide range of Bluetooth headsets and hands-free kits are available, offering convenience and wireless connectivity.
Featured Bluetooth Headsets & Kits
- Jabra Bluetooth Headset w/ Changeable Covers (VBT135) - $39.99 (Talk Time: Up to 6 hours, Standby: Up to 110 hours)
- Motorola Bluetooth Headset-Black (MBT500HS1) - $59.99 (Talk Time: Up to 8 hours, Standby: Up to 240 hours)
- Plantronics BT330 Bluetooth Headset (PBT330Z) - $59.99 (Talk Time: Up to 8 hours, Standby: Up to 240 hours)
- LG Bluetooth Headset (LBT710) - $69.99 (Talk Time: Up to 5 hours, Standby: Up to 150 hours)
- Motorola H555 Headset (MBT555Z) - $69.99 (Talk time: Up to 8 hours, Standby time: Up to 200 hours)
- LG Bluetooth Headset (LBT730) - $79.99 (Talk Time: Up to 4 hours, Standby: Up to 150 hours)
- Jabra Bluetooth Headset (JBT500V) - $79.99 (Talk time: Up to 8 hours, Standby time: Up to 240 hours)
- Motorola H700 Headset (MBT700Z) - $99.99 (Talk time: Up to 6 hours, Standby time: Up to 200 hours)
- Plantronics 655 Bluetooth Headset (PBT655Z) - $99.99 (Talk Time: Up to 4 hours, Standby: Up to 150 hours)
- Motorola Bluetooth Hands-free Kit (MOTBT850CK) - $169.99
Bluetooth Accessories - Sell Off
- Plantronics Bluetooth Headset (PLANTBT320R) - $24.97 (Talk Time: Up to 8 hours, Standby: Up to 240 hours)
- Motorola Bluetooth Headset- (MBT3HS) - $39.97 (Talk Time: Up to 8 hours, Standby: Up to 200 hours)
- Jabra Bluetooth Headset (JBT150) - $29.97 (Talk Time: Up to 6 hours, Standby: Up to 110 hours)
- Motorola Bluetooth Hands-free Speaker (MOTBT820HF) - $39.97 (Talk Time: Up to 5 hours, Standby: Up to 100 hours)
- Jabra Bluetooth Headset with Vibrate Feature (JBT350V) - $49.97 (Talk Time: Up to 7 hours, Standby: Up to 200 hours)
- Motorola Bluetooth Headset with Flip to Answer Feature (MOTBT850HS) - $49.97 (Talk Time: Up to 8 hours, Standby: Up to 200 hours)
- Bluetooth Portable Accessory w/Caller ID & Keypad (LGBTPEN) - $69.97 (Talk Time: Up to 8 hours, Standby: Up to 200 hours)
- Jabra Bluetooth Headset (JBT500) - $59.97 (Talk Time: Up to 8 hours, Standby: Up to 240 hours)
- Jabra Lightweight Headset with Desktop Charger (JBTX10HS) - $99.97 (Talk time: Up to 6 hours, Standby time: Up to 200 hours)
V CAST Music
V CAST Music allows Verizon Wireless customers to enjoy music on their handset, purchase music from a PC, and transfer music via USB cable.
Purchasing Music on the Phone
- Access the Get It Now menu.
- Navigate to Music & Tones, then V CAST Music.
- Browse by category, artist, album, or song.
- Select a song, press "BUY", confirm the purchase, and then select "OK" to download.
Playing Music on the Phone
Access My Music via Get It Now > Music & Tones to play music stored on the handset or memory card.
Purchasing Music on the PC
- Open Windows Media Player 10.
- Select V CAST Music from the online store options.
- Sign in with your username and password.
- Browse and select music, then press "BUY".
- Confirm purchase and download.
Syncing Music from PC to Phone
- Connect the phone to the PC using a USB cable.
- Open Windows Media Player 10 and select the Sync tab.
- On the handset, navigate to Get It Now > Music & Tones > My Music > Sync Music.
- In WMP 10, select "Edit Playlist" and choose songs to sync.
- Select the phone or memory card as the storage location.
- Start the sync process.
- Disconnect the cable upon completion.
VZNavigator
VZNavigator is a downloadable application providing turn-by-turn directions, location mapping, and points-of-interest lookup.
Features & Benefits
- Audible Turn-by-Turn Directions: Provides efficient and safe navigation without maps.
- Location Mapping: Displays user position via GPS satellite network for confident navigation.
- Point of Interest Lookup: Helps find nearby restaurants, banks, stores, and ATMs for increased awareness.
VZ Navigator Requires Location On
To set location:
- From the main screen, press "OK".
- Navigate to Settings & Tools menu.
- Go to "Phone Settings", then "Location", and select "Location On".
To Access Location Based Services
- Access the "Get It Now" Menu.
- Select "Tools on the Go", then "Get New App.".
- Navigate to "Travel & Guides", select "VZ Navigator", and press "OK".
Bluetooth Pairing
Follow these steps to pair your Bluetooth device with the Samsung SCH-u540:
- Press OK to enter the Menu.
- Navigate to Settings & Tools.
- Select the Bluetooth menu (Press 3).
- Choose "Add New Device" (Press 1).
- If Bluetooth is off, enable it.
- Follow the device's user guide to enter pairing mode.
- Once the device is found, press OK for PAIR.
- Enter the passkey (typically 0000).
- Press OK to connect.
Supported Profiles: HSP, HFP, DUN, SPP, & OPP for vCard.
Support Tools
Launch Kits
Launch kits are available for order starting March 14th (SKU: SCHU540MLK). Kits include the SCH-u540 Phone and a Mock Up unit, preloaded with V CAST video and music for demonstration purposes.
Merchandising
Call out cards are available. Contact your Area Merchandising Contacts for assistance. The Northeast area can use the Print on Demand website.
Product Training
For product training or support, contact your Samsung Corporation Account Manager. Contact details are provided for various regions.
- Mickey Pacini (Area Mgr. NE and South) - 703-801-7194
- Kevin Geklinsky (Regional Manager, NE) - 484-574-4073
- David Daugherty (Regional Mgr. South) - 770-317-0219
- Joe Webster (Regional Mgr. Mid Atlantic) - 301-523-4583
- Andre Tagliamonte (Area Mgr Midwest and West) - 937-477-6716
- Laura Smoller (Regional Mgr. Midwest) - 414-232-6161
- Scott Kay (Regional Mgr. West) - 503-853-5252
- Marc Kim (Regional Mgr. West) - 949-306-8660
Helpful Hints
OTA Instructions
- Perform billing system activation.
- Power up, enter OTA Code *228, and press Send.
- Follow audio prompts for programming or roaming capabilities.
Manually Programming the Samsung SCH-u540
- Menu > Setting & Tools > * > enter "000000".
- Press "3" for Network Settings.
- Input Phone Number (MDN) and press OK.
- Input NMSID (MIN) and press OK.
- Input Home SID and Home NID, press OK.
- Input other settings and press OK.
- Press Left Soft Key to Exit.
View Software Version
Menu > Settings & Tools > Phone Info > SW Version.
Send a Text Message
- Left soft key > New Message > TXT Message.
- Enter recipient number or select from Contacts.
- Type message and press OK to SEND.
Advanced Speech Recognition – Voice Dialing
Activate by pressing and holding the Voice Command key. Say "Call", then the name or number. The phone will prompt for confirmation if needed.
Access the Web
Navigate upward from the main screen to launch the web browser.
Using a microSD™ Memory Card
The microSD card provides removable memory storage functionality. Files can be transferred between the PC, handset, and memory card.
File Transfer Capabilities
| Media Object | Transfer from PC to Handset via USB Cable | Transfer from PC to Handset via Memory Card | Store to Memory Card | Store to Phone Memory | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MP3 Songs | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Can be copied to desktop |
| WMA Songs (unprotected) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Can be copied to desktop |
| WMA Songs (protected) | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Licensed content cannot be moved |
| User generated Video clips (via Video Messaging) | N/A | N/A | Yes | Yes | Can be copied to desktop |
| Video clips (via Get It Now) | N/A | N/A | No | Yes | Can be copied to desktop |
| Video clips (via V CAST) | N/A | N/A | No | Yes | Licensed content cannot be moved |
| Video Clips (from PIX Place) | N/A | N/A | No | Yes | Licensed content cannot be moved |
| User generated Pictures (via Picture Messaging) | N/A | N/A | Yes | Yes | Can be copied to desktop |
| Pictures downloaded (Get It Now) | N/A | N/A | Yes | Yes | Can be copied to desktop |
| User generated pictures | N/A | N/A | Yes | Yes | Can be copied to desktop |
| Pictures received from PIX Place | N/A | N/A | No | Yes | Licensed content cannot be moved |
| Ringtones downloaded (Get It Now) | N/A | N/A | No | Yes | N/A |
| Ringtones received via EMS | N/A | N/A | No | Yes | N/A |
Features, Advantages, and Operation
V CAST Music
Advantage: Access Verizon's extensive music library, listen to new music, and catch breaking news.
Operation: Access via Get It Now > Music & Tones > V CAST Music. Browse, select, and purchase songs. Download to phone or memory card.
Sync Music
Advantage: Sync music from PC to phone and share files easily.
Operation: Connect phone to PC via USB. Use Windows Media Player 10 Sync tab. Select songs, sync to phone/card. Ensure phone is in Sync Music mode.
V CAST Video
Advantage: Download and play full motion video clips, including music videos, news, and sports.
Operation: Access via Navigation Key left > V CAST Videos. Follow instructions to download clips.
Voice Commands
Advantage: Get audible readouts for menus, digit dials, or call announcements.
Operation: Menu > Setting & Tools > Tools > Voice Commands. Select command type and turn ON.
1.3 Megapixel Digital Camera
Advantage: Capture still images and self-portraits, even at night.
Operation: Slide phone up, press camera key. Press OK to take picture, Left soft key to save.
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
Advantage: Supports various Bluetooth profiles (Headset, Handsfree, etc.) for wireless convenience.
Operation: Menu > Setting & Tools > Bluetooth menu. Enable/disable, add new device, pair, and connect.
Create Picture Message
Advantage: Send messages without typing full text.
Operation: Messaging > New Message > Picture Message. Add picture, select fields, and send.
Video Messaging
Advantage: Capture and send video messages to phones or email.
Operation: Main screen, hold Camera key for "camcorder". Press OK to record (up to 15 seconds). Save or send.
Call A Contact Using VoiceSignal®
Advantage: Automatically recognizes contact names for voice dialing.
Operation: Press and hold Voice Command key. Say "Call", then name/number. Confirm if prompted.
