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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Welcome to Sprint ........i Introduction .
Page 4 Updating Phone Software ........68 Phone Setup Options ........69 Call Setup Options .
Page 5 2F. Using Contacts ....... . . 99 Adding a New Contacts Entry ......100 Finding Contacts Entries .
Page 6 Managing Sprint PCS Picture Mail ......158 Printing Pictures Using PictBridge ......163 Settings and Info .
Page 7 Section 4: Safety and Warranty Information ..213 4A. Important Safety Information ....215 General Precautions ........216 Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone .
Page 9: Welcome To Sprint
Welcome to Sprint Sprint and Nextel have come together offering you more choice and flexibility to do whatever you want, whenever you want. This powerful combination brings you access to more products, more services, and more of what you need to do more of what you want.
Page 10: Introduction
Introduction This Phone Guide introduces you to Sprint PCS Service and all the features of your new phone. It’s divided into four sections: Section 1: Getting Started Section 2: Your Phone Section 3: Sprint PCS Service Features Section 4: Safety and Warranty Information Throughout this guide, you’ll find tips that highlight special shortcuts and timely reminders to help you make the most of your new phone and service.
Page 11: Your Phone's Menu
Your Phone’s Menu The following list outlines your phone’s menu structure. For more information about navigating through the menus, please see “Navigating Through Phone Menus” on page 29. Press Menu > Options to display the following: OPTIONS (RIGHT SOFTKEY) 1: Menu Style 1: 3x4 Black CALL HISTORY 1: Outgoing Calls...
Page 12 1: Get New Games 3: Midnight Pool 5: Tetris Demo 7: ZUMA Demo 2: Themes 1: Get New Themes 3: Classic View 3: Ringers 1: Get New Ringers 3: Larry Cable Guy 4: Screen Savers 1: Get New Screen Savers 3: Screen Saver Preview 5: Applications 1: Get New Applications...
Page 13 1: Yahoo! Mail download 3: PCS Mail 5: MSN 7: Earthlink 6: Voicemail 1: Call Voicemail 7: Chat & Dating 8: Premium Message 9: Settings 1: General 1: Notification 1: Message & Icon 2: Preset Messages 1: Can’t talk right now. Send me a message. 3: Where are you? 6: Let’s get lunch.
Page 14 1: Speakerphone (On/Off) TOOLS 1: Mass Storage 1: Connect to PC 2: File Manager 3: Format 4: Memory Info. 2: Voice Service 3: Voice Memo 1: Record 3: Erase All 4: Bluetooth 5: Dictionary 1: Search word 3: Review test (Englishwordbook/Spanish wordbook) 4: Set color (Theme 1-4) 6: Planner 1: Today 3: Task List...
Page 15 1: Self-Timer 1: Off 2: 5 Seconds 2: Fun Tools.. 1: Fun Frames 1: Off 4: White 7: X-mas 10: Birthday 2: Color Tones 1: Auto 4: Green 7: Cool 3: Controls.. 1: Brightness 2: White Balance 1: Auto 4: Tungsten 4: Settings..
Page 16 2: Camcorder (Video Mail/Long Video) Press the right softkey to view the following options: 1: Self-Timer 1: Off 2: Color Tones 1: Auto 4: Green 7: Cool 3: Controls.. 1: Brightness 2: White Balance 1: Auto 4: Tungsten 4: Settings.. 1: Quality 1: Fine 2: Save Video To...
Page 17 1: Phone 2: Status Bar (On/Off) 3: Account Info 4: View Mode 1: Wide Screen CONTACTS 1: Find 2: Add New Entry 3: Speed Dial #s 4: Group 1: Unassigned 3: Friends 5: VIPs 7: Empty 5: My Name Card 6: Wireless Backup 1: Subscribe 3: Learn More...
Page 18 3: My Albums 2: Sub LCD 1: Preset Images 1: Analog 1-2 2: Main LCD Image 2: Set Foreground 1: Digital Clock 4: Others 3: Set Theme 1: Classic View 4: Color Set Type 5: Dialing Font 1: Basic 1: Color 1: Basic 3: Monochrome 2: Size (Large/Normal/Small)
Page 19 1: Main Display 1: Flip Open 4: 8 seconds 2: Keypad 1: Flip Open 4: 8 seconds 3: Pwr Save Mode (On/Off) 4: Brightness 1: Level 5-1 5: Sub Contrast 1: Lowest 4: High 9: Text Entry 1: Auto Capital (On/Off) 2: Personal Dic.
Page 20 1: Voicemail 3: Schedule 1: Single Tones 4: My Content 4: Roam Ringer (Normal/Distinctive) 2: Volume 1: Ringer 1: Ringer Off 4: Always Vibrate 2: Advanced 1: Text Message 1: Use Ringer Volume 2: Picture Mail 1: Use Ringer Volume 3: Voice Mail 1: Use Ringer Volume 4: Alarms...
Page 21 3: Tone Length 1: Short 3: Power Vision 1: Enable/Disable Vision 4: Voice Service 1: Choice Lists 1: Automatic 2: Sensitivity 1: Reject More 3: Digit Dialing 1: Adapt Digits 4: Sound 1: Prompts (On/Off) 2: Digits (On/Off) 3: Names (On/Off) 4: Name Settings 1: Speed 1: Faster...
Page 22 5: Wireless Backup 1: Subscribe 6: Security 1: Lock Phone 1: Unlocked 2: Lock Pic/Video 3: Change Lock 4: Special # 1: Empty 5: Erase 1: Erase Contacts (Yes/No) 2: Erase My Content (Yes/No) 3: Erase Pic/Video (Yes/No) 4: Erase Voice Memo (Yes/No) 5: Erase Messages (Yes/No) 6: Default Settings 7: Reset Favorites...
Page 23 1: Contacts 4: Messaging 7: My Content 10: Calculator 13: Inbox 16: Send VoiceSMS 2: Down Key 1: Contacts 4: Messaging 7: My Content 10: Calculator 13: Inbox 16: Send VoiceSMS 3: Left Key 1: Contacts 4: Messaging 7: My Content 10: Calculator 13: Inbox 16: Send VoiceSMS...
Page 24 1: English 3: Airplane Mode 4: Location (On/Off) 5: Key Guard 1: Flip-closed 6: Audio Routing 1: Normal 7: TTY Options 1: TTY Off 4: TTY + Talk 8: Update Phone SW 0: Phone Info 1: Phone Number 3: Version *: Bluetooth 1: Enable (On/Off)
Page 25: Section 1: Getting Started
Section 1 Getting Started...
Page 27: Setting Up Service
Setting Up Service In This Section Getting Started With Sprint PCS Service Setting Up Your Voicemail Sprint PCS Account Passwords Getting Help Setting up service on your new phone is quick and easy. This section walks you through the necessary steps to unlock your phone, set up your voicemail, establish passwords, and contact Sprint for assistance with your Sprint PCS Service.
Page 28: Getting Started With Sprint Pcs Service
Getting Started With Sprint PCS Service Determining if Your Phone is Already Activated If you purchased your phone at a Sprint Store, it is probably activated, unlocked, and ready to use. If you received your phone in the mail, it probably has been activated; all you need to do is unlock it.
Page 29: Setting Up Your Voicemail
Setting Up Your Voicemail All unanswered calls to your phone are automatically transferred to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. Therefore, you will want to set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. To set up your voicemail: From standby mode, press and hold Follow the system prompts to:...
Page 30: Sprint Pcs Account Passwords
188 for more information on your voicemail password. Sprint PCS Vision or Sprint Power Vision Password With your M500 by Samsung, you may elect to set up a Sprint PCS Vision or Sprint Power Vision password. This optional password may be used to authorize purchase of Premium Services content and to protect personal information on multi-phone accounts.
Page 31: Getting Help
Getting Help Visit www.sprint.com You can go online to: Access your account information Check your minutes used (depending on your Sprint PCS service plan) View and pay your bill Make your life easier by enrolling in Sprint PCS online billing and automatic payment Purchase accessories Shop for the latest phones View available Sprint PCS service plans and options...
Page 32 Receiving Automated Invoicing Information For your convenience, your phone gives you access to invoicing information on your Sprint PCS account. This information includes balance due, payment received, invoicing cycle, and an estimate of the number of minutes used since your last invoicing cycle. To access automated invoicing information: Press Note:...
Page 33 Sprint Operator Services Sprint PCS Operator Services provides assistance when placing collect calls or when placing calls billed to a local telephone calling card or third party. To access Sprint Operator Services: Press For more information or to see the latest in products and services, visit us online at www.sprint.com Section 1A: Setting Up Service...
Page 35: Section 2: Your Phone
Section 2 Your Phone...
Page 37: Your Phone: The Basics
Your Phone: The Basics In This Section Front View of Your Phone Viewing the Display Screen Features of Your Phone Turning Your Phone On and Off Using Your Phone’s Battery and Charger Navigating Through Phone Menus Displaying Your Phone Number Making and Answering Calls Entering Text Your phone is packed with features that simplify your life and...
Page 38: Front View Of Your Phone
Front View of Your Phone 1. Speaker 2. Display Screen 3. Menu/OK Key 4. Left Softkey 5. TALK Key 6. Volume Key 7. Voicemail Key 8. Numeric Keypad 9. Shift/Asterisk Key 10. Microphone 19. Navigation Key 18. Headset Jack 17. Right Softkey 16.
Page 39: Key Functions
Key Functions Speaker allows you to hear the other caller and the different ring tones or sounds offered by your phone. Display Screen displays all the information needed to operate your phone, such as the call status, the contacts, the date and time, the signal and battery strength, etc.
Page 40 Power/Accessory Interface Connector allows you to connect a power cable and optional accessories, such as a USB cable. Plus Code Dialing Key automatically dials the international access code for the country in which you are located (for instance, 011 for international calls placed from the United States).
Page 41: Viewing The Display Screen
Navigation Key scrolls through the phone’s menu options and acts as a shortcut key from standby mode. Press Up to access Messaging. Press Down to access My Content. Press Right to launch On Demand. Press Left to access the Media Player. (Keys can be reassigned to create customized shortcuts.) Viewing the Display Screen...
Page 42 indicates that your high-speed Sprint Power Vision connection is active. indicates that the high-speed Sprint Power Vision connection is dormant. indicates that position location is active. indicates that position location is inactive. indicates that your phone is in Web security mode.
Page 43 indicates that the message failed to be sent. indicates that you have a pending message. indicates that the message is a draft. indicates that there is URL text contained in the text message. indicates that your message is locked. indicates that your phone is in vibrate all mode. indicates that your phone has a ringer volume set and the vibrate option is checked.
Page 44 indicates that key tones have been muted. indicates that the speakerphone is enabled. indicates that the camera is enabled. indicates that the camcorder is enabled. indicates that the self-timer function is enabled. With the self-timer enabled, a set amount of time is required prior to taking a picture.
Page 45 indicates that a voice memo or video is playing. indicates that there is a voice message attached to an image or a voice memo is being recorded during a call. indicates that media has been uploaded to an online album or folder. indicates that Bluetooth technology is connected.
Page 46: Features Of Your Phone
Features of Your Phone Congratulations on the purchase of your phone. The M500 by Samsung is lightweight, easy-to-use, and reliable, and it also offers many significant features and service options. The following list previews some of those features and provides...
Page 47 Your phone’s external LCD display allows you to monitor the phone’s status and to see who’s calling without opening the phone. T9 Text Input lets you quickly type messages with one key press per letter (page 45). Speed dial lets you dial phone numbers with one or two key presses (page 43).
Page 48: Turning Your Phone On And Off
Turning Your Phone On and Off Turning Your Phone On To turn your phone on: Press and release Once your phone is on, it may display “Looking for Service,” which indicates that your phone is searching for a signal. When your phone finds a signal, it automatically enters standby mode –...
Page 49: Using Your Phone's Battery And Charger
Using Your Phone’s Battery and Charger Warning! Use only Sprint-approved or manufacturer-approved batteries and chargers with your phone. The failure to use a Sprint-approved or manufacturer-approved battery and charger may increase the risk that your phone will overheat, catch fire, or explode, resulting in serious bodily injury, death, or property damage.
Page 50 Installing the Battery To install the Li-Ion battery: Insert the battery into the opening on the back of the phone at a 45-degree angle, making sure to line up the gold contacts. Gently press down until it snaps into place. Install the protective cover by lining up the tabs and gently sliding the cover up until it snaps into place.
Page 51 Charging the Battery Your phone’s Li-Ion battery is rechargeable and should be charged as soon as possible so you can begin using your phone. Keeping track of your battery’s charge is important. If your battery level becomes too low, your phone automatically turns off and you will lose all the information you were just working on.
Page 52 UL Certified Travel Adapter The Travel Adapter for this phone has met UL 1310 safety requirements. Please adhere to the following safety instructions per UL guidelines. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND POSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Page 53: Navigating Through Phone Menus
Navigating Through Phone Menus The navigation key on your phone allows you to scroll through menus quickly and easily. The scroll bar at the right of the menu keeps track of your position in the menu at all times. To navigate through a menu, simply press the navigation key up or down.
Page 54: Displaying Your Phone Number
Note: To select Menu, press the menu key. To select menu options (such as Settings, above), highlight the option and press OK. (If the menu options are numbered, you may also select an option simply by pressing the corresponding number key.) Backing Up Within a Menu To go to the previous menu: Press...
Page 55: Making And Answering Calls
Making and Answering Calls Holding Your Phone Since the antenna has been integrated into the design of the phone, it is important not to block the reception path accidentally to ensure the strongest signal possible is achieved. The orbital internal antenna is located along the bottom portion of your handset.
Page 56: Making Calls
Making Calls Placing a call from your wireless phone is as easy as making a call from any landline phone. Just enter the number and press , and you’re on your way to clear calls. To make a call using your keypad: Make sure your phone is on.
Page 57: Dialing Options
Dialing Options When you enter numbers in standby mode, select Options ( ) to see the following dialing options. To initiate an option, press the corresponding softkey button. Send Msg allows you to send text or SMS Voice messages, Picture Mail, or a handwritten message, with attachments, to the number being dialed.
Page 58: Answering Calls
Answering Calls To answer an incoming call: Make sure your phone is on. (If your phone is off, incoming calls go to voicemail.) Press to answer an incoming call. (Depending on your phone’s settings, you may also answer incoming calls by opening the phone or by pressing any number key.
Page 59: Missed Call Notification
Answering a Roam Call With Call Guard Enabled Call Guard is an option that helps you manage your roaming charges when making or receiving calls while outside the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. Please see Section 2D: Controlling Your Roaming Experience for more information about roaming.
Page 60: Calling Emergency Numbers
Calling Emergency Numbers You can place calls to 911 (dial even if your phone is locked or your account is restricted. Note: When you place an emergency call, your phone automatically enters Emergency mode. During an emergency call, press Options (right softkey) to display your options.
Page 61: In-Call Options
Enhanced 911 (E911) Information This phone features an embedded Global Positioning System (GPS) chip necessary for utilizing E911 emergency location services where available. When you place an emergency 911 call, the GPS feature of your phone begins to seek information to calculate your approximate location. Depending on several variables, including availability and access to satellite signals, it may take up to 30 seconds or more to determine and report your approximate location.
Page 62 3-Way Call allows you to talk to two different people at the same time. (For more information, see “Making a Three- Way Call” on page 204.) Call History checks your call log for Outgoing, Incoming, Missed, and Recent calls. You can also erase the logs from this menu.
Page 63: Saving A Phone Number
End-of-Call Options After receiving a call from or making a call to a phone number that is not in your Contacts, the phone number and the duration of the call are displayed. The left softkey displays the Save option. Select this option if you wish to add the new number to your Contacts.
Page 64: Finding A Phone Number
Note: If Existing Entry was selected, press OK to launch the Find screen. Locate the desired contact and add the additional number to the selected entry. Use your navigation key to select a label (Mobile, Home, Work, Pager, or Others) and press Enter a name for the entry using the numeric keys.
Page 65: Dialing And Saving Phone Numbers With Pauses
Dialing and Saving Phone Numbers With Pauses You can dial or save phone numbers with pauses for use with automated systems, such as voicemail or credit card billing numbers. There are two types of pauses available on your phone: Hard Pause sends the next set of numbers when you press the left softkey button.
Page 66 Plus (+) Code Dialing When placing international calls, you can use Plus Code Dialing to automatically enter the international access code for your location (for example, 011 for international calls placed from the United States). To make a call using Plus Code Dialing: Press and hold display.
Page 67: Using Speed Dialing
Using Speed Dialing You can store up to 98 numbers in your phone’s speed dial memory to make contacting friends and family as easy as pressing a button or two. With this feature, you can dial speed dial entries using one key press for locations 2-9 or two key presses for locations 10-99.
Page 68: Entering Text
Entering Text Selecting a Character Input Mode Your phone provides convenient ways to enter words, letters, punctuation, and numbers whenever you are prompted to enter text (for example, when adding a Contacts entry or when using Sprint PCS Mail and SMS Text Messaging). To change the character input mode: When you display a screen where you can enter text, press the right softkey to change the character input...
Page 69 Tip: When entering text, press the * (Shift) key to change letter capitalization ( Abc VoiceMode VoiceMode dictation software allows you to convert your speech to text when sending a text message. With VoiceMode, you can address an email or SMS text message in one step. You can also customize the VoiceMode dictionary by adding your own words.
Page 70 Entering Characters by Tapping the Keypad To enter characters by tapping the keypad: Select the Abc mode (See “Selecting a Character Input Mode” on page 44). Press the corresponding keys repeatedly until the desired letter appears (for example, to enter the word “Bill,”...
Page 71 Entering Numbers, Symbols, Smileys, and Preset Messages To enter numbers: Select the Number mode and press the appropriate key. (See “Selecting a Character Input Mode” on page 44.) To enter symbols: Select the Symbol mode. (See “Selecting a Character Input Mode” on page 44.) To enter a symbol, press the appropriate key indicated on the display.
Page 73: Controlling Your Phone's Settings
Controlling Your Phone’s Settings In This Section Sound Settings Display Settings Location Settings Messaging Settings Airplane Mode TTY Use With Sprint PCS Service Phone Setup Options Call Setup Options Using the menu options available on your phone, you can customize your phone to sound, look, and operate just the way you want it to.
Page 74: Sound Settings
Sound Settings Ringer Types Ringer types help you identify incoming calls and messages. You can assign ringer types to individual Contacts entries, types of calls, and types of messages. Preprogrammed Ringers include a variety of standard ringer types and familiar music. Vibrating Ringer alerts you to calls or messages without disturbing others.
Page 75 Selecting Ringer Types for Messages To select a ringer type for messages: Select Menu > Settings > Sounds > Ringer Type > Messages. Select Voicemail, Text Message, or Picture Mail. Select Single Tones, Ring Tones, Melodies, or My Content and press displayed.) Use your navigation key to scroll through the available ringers.
Page 76 Selecting a Key Tone Your phone offers a number of options for selecting the audible tones accompanying a key press. (Longer tone lengths may be better for tone recognition when dialing voicemail or other automated systems.) To select a key tone: Select Menu >...
Page 77 Key Tone Level Your phone allows you to set the desired volume level of the key tones. To set the key tone level: Select Menu > Settings > Sounds > Key Tone. Select Key Tone Level and press Press up or down until you hear the desired tone level and press Key Tone Length The key tone length allows you to choose between short or...
Page 78: Adjusting The Phone's Volume Settings
Adjusting the Phone’s Volume Settings You can adjust your phone’s volume settings to suit your needs and your environment. To adjust the phone’s ringer volume: Select Menu > Settings > Sounds > Volume > Ringer. Using the navigation key, select Separate Volume. (Select Always Vibrate to make the ringer vibrate at any volume level.) Note:...
Page 79: Alert Notification
Alert Notification Your phone can alert you with an audible tone when you change service areas, once a minute during a voice call, when the signal fades, when powering your phone on or off, or when a call has been connected. To enable or disable alert sounds: Select Menu >...
Page 80: Display Settings
Display Settings Changing the Text Greeting The text greeting can be up to 14 characters and is displayed on your phone’s screen in standby mode. You may choose to keep the phone’s default greeting (“Sprint”), or you may enter your own custom greeting. To display or change your greeting: Select Menu >...
Page 81: Changing The Display Screen
To change the brightness setting: Select Menu > Settings > Display > Backlight > Brightness. Select the desired brightness and press To change the sub contrast setting: Select Menu > Settings > Display > Backlight > Sub Contrast. Select Lowest, Low, Med, High, or Highest and press Changing the Display Screen Your phone offers options for what you see on the main LCD screen and on the sub LCD screen.
Page 82: Changing The Brightness
Changing the Brightness You can adjust your screen’s brightness to suit your surroundings. To adjust the display’s brightness: Select Menu > Settings > Display > Backlight > Brightness. Press your navigation key up or down to adjust the brightness and press Done ( Changing the Phone’s Menu Style Your phone allows you to choose how the menu appears on your display screen.
Page 83: Changing The Dialing Font
Changing the Dialing Font This setting allows you to adjust the display appearance when dialing phone numbers. To change the dialing font: Select Menu > Settings > Display > Dialing Font > Basic > Size. Select Large, Normal, or Small and press Alternative Dialing Fonts In addition to the normal display font, your phone also includes two new display fonts called Feather and Post it.
Page 84 Color Set Type Choose between black or white menu backgrounds. Depending on viewing conditions, it might be helpful to modify these settings. To set the color set type: Select Menu > Settings > Display > Color Set Type. Select White or Black and press Section 2B: Controlling Your Phone’s Settings...
Page 85: Location Settings
Location Settings Your phone is equipped with a Location feature for use in connection with location-based services that may be available in the future. The Location feature allows the network to detect your position. Turning Location off will hide your location from everyone except 911.
Page 86: Messaging Settings
Messaging Settings Staying connected to your friends and family has never been easier. With your phone’s advanced messaging capabilities, you can send and receive many different kinds of text messages without placing a voice call. Your phone’s messaging settings make text messaging even faster and easier by letting you decide how you would like to be notified of new messages, create a signature with each sent message, and create your own canned messages, to...
Page 87 Adding a Customized Signature Each message you send can have a customized signature to reflect your personality. To add a customized signature to each sent message: Select Menu > Messaging > Settings > Text Message > Edit Signature. Select On and press signature to your outgoing messages, select Off and press Enter your signature and press...
Page 88 To add a new preset message: Select Menu > Messaging > Settings > General > Preset Messages. (The list of preset messages is displayed.) To add a new message, select the desired message location, press Options ( Enter your message (see “Entering Text” on page 44), and press beginning of the list.) Text Message Settings...
Page 89 To set the priority level: Select Menu > Messaging > Settings > Text Message > Priority. Select Normal or Urgent and press To set the Call Back #: Select Menu > Messaging > Settings > Text Message > Call Back #. Select None, your phone number (xxx-xxx-xxxx), or Other and press To set up your signature:...
Page 90: Airplane Mode
To enter the from name: Select Menu > Messaging > Settings > VoiceSMS Opt. > From Name. Enter the desired name using the keypad and press Airplane Mode Airplane Mode allows you to use many of your phone’s features, such as Games, Music, Notepad, Voice Memos, etc., when you are in an airplane or in any other area where making or receiving calls or data is prohibited.
Page 91: Tty Use With Sprint Pcs Service
TTY Use With Sprint PCS Service A TTY (also known as a TDD or Text Telephone) is a telecommunications device that allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or who have speech or language disabilities to communicate by telephone. Your phone is compatible with select TTY devices.
Page 92: Updating Phone Software
WARNING 911 Emergency Calling Sprint recommends that TTY users make emergency calls by other means, including Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS), analog cellular, and landline communications. Wireless TTY calls to 911 may be corrupted when received by public safety answering points (PSAPs), rendering some communications unintelligible.
Page 93: Phone Setup Options
Phone Setup Options Favorites Your phone offers you the option of assigning favorite or often-used functions. Selecting Favorites ( mode will launch your personal favorite list. To assign your shortcut key: Select Favorites ( Select the desired location and select Options ( Replace.
Page 94: Call Setup Options
Call Setup Options Call Setup options allow you to set up the following options: Abbreviated Dialing allows you to program a five- or six- digit prefix for commonly used phone numbers. Contacts Match allows you to turn on or off the contacts matching feature.
Page 95: Auto Answer Mode
Auto Answer Mode You may set your phone to automatically pick up incoming calls when connected to an optional hands-free car kit or headset. To set Auto Answer mode: Select Menu > Settings > Others > Call Setup > Auto Answer. Highlight Yes and press automatically when the phone is connected to a hands- free car kit or a headset (sold separately).
Page 96: Contacts Match
Making an Abbreviated Dial Call To make a call: Enter the last four or five digits of the prefix phone number. Abbrev. Dial is displayed in the lower left corner with the prefix digits displayed. Note: If there is more than one contact entry that matches the last four or five digits, a list is displayed which allows you to select the desired number to call.
Page 97 Restriction Allows you to restrict outgoing call options by selecting one of the following options: Allow all to allow outgoing calls to be made (no restrictions). Contacts Only to allow outgoing calls to only those numbers saved in the Contacts list. Special# Only to allow outgoing calls to only the numbers set up in the special numbers list.
Page 98: Customizing The User Interface
Customizing the User Interface Your phone allows you customize the user interface (UI) of the Standby Screen, Main Menu, and My Favorites settings with your choice of downloaded themes to reflect your personality. You can download the latest themes directly into your phone using My Content.
Page 99: Setting Your Phone's Security
Setting Your Phone’s Security In This Section Accessing the Security Menu Using Your Phone’s Lock Feature Using Special Numbers Erasing Contacts Erasing My Content Erasing Pic/Video Erasing Voice Memos Erasing Messages Resetting Your Default Settings Resetting Your Favorites Resetting Your Phone Security Features for Sprint PCS Vision By using the security settings on your phone, you receive peace of mind without sacrificing flexibility.
Page 100: Accessing The Security Menu
Accessing the Security Menu All of your phone’s security settings are available through the Security menu. You must enter your lock code to view the Security menu. To access the Security menu: Select Menu > Settings > Security. Enter your lock code to display the Security menu. Tip: If you can’t recall your lock code, try using the last four digits of either your Social Security number or wireless phone...
Page 101: Unlocking Your Phone
Unlocking Your Phone To unlock your phone: From standby mode, press Enter your lock code. Calling in Lock Mode You can place calls to 911 and to your special numbers when in lock mode. (For information on special numbers, see “Using Special Numbers”...
Page 102: Lock Service
Changing the Lock Code To change your lock code: Select Menu > Settings > Security. Enter your lock code. (The Security menu is displayed.) Select Change Lock. Enter your new lock code and press Re-enter your new lock code and press Lock Service This setting allows you to lock voice call functions and Sprint PCS Vision/Sprint Power Vision services.
Page 103: Using Special Numbers
Locking Sprint Power Vision Select Menu > Settings > Security. Enter your lock code. (The Security menu is displayed.) Select Lock Services and press Select Power Vision and press Select Lock and press Using Special Numbers Special numbers are important numbers that you have designated as being “always available.”...
Page 104: Erasing Contacts
Erasing Contacts You can quickly and easily erase all the contents of your Contacts list. To erase all the names and numbers in your Contacts: Select Menu > Settings > Security. Enter your lock code. (The Security menu is displayed.) Select Erase >...
Page 105: Erasing Pic/Video
Erasing Pic/Video You can use your phone’s Security menu to erase all pictures and videos stored in your phone. Note: This process will erase all pictures/videos stored in the phone. To erase all pictures and videos: Select Menu > Settings > Security. Enter your lock code.
Page 106: Erasing Voice Memos
Erasing Voice Memos You can use your phone’s Security menu to erase all voice memos stored in your phone. Note: This process will erase all voice memos stored in the phone. To erase all voice memos: Select Menu > Settings > Security. Enter your lock code.
Page 107: Resetting Your Default Settings
Resetting Your Default Settings Resetting the default settings restores all the default settings to your phone. To reset your phone: Select Menu > Settings > Security. Enter your lock code. (The Security menu is displayed.) Select Default Settings and press If you are certain that you would like to restore all of the default settings, select Yes and press Resetting Your Favorites...
Page 108: Resetting Your Phone
Resetting Your Phone Resetting the phone restores all the factory defaults, including the ringer types and display settings. To reset your phone: Select Menu > Settings > Security. Enter your lock code. (The Security menu is displayed.) Select Reset Phone and press If you are certain that you would like to restore all of the factory settings, select Yes and press Section 2C: Setting Your Phone’s Security...
Page 109: Security Features For Sprint Pcs Power Vision
Security Features for Sprint PCS Power Vision Enabling and Disabling Sprint PCS Vision Services You can disable Sprint PCS Vision services, including Sprint Power Vision, without turning off your phone; however, you will not have access to all Sprint PCS Vision and Sprint Power Vision services, including Web and messaging.
Page 111: Controlling Your Roaming Experience
Roaming is the ability to make or receive calls when you’re off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. Your new digital dual-band M500 by Samsung works anywhere on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network and allows you to roam on other 1900 and 800 MHz digital networks where we’ve implemented roaming...
Page 112: Understanding Roaming
Understanding Roaming Recognizing the Roaming Icon on the Display Screen Your phone’s display screen always lets you know when you’re off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. Any time you are roaming, the phone displays the roaming icon ( ). Tip: Remember, when you are using your phone off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network, always dial numbers using 11 digits (1 + area code + number).
Page 113 Checking for Voicemail Messages While Roaming When you are roaming off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network, you will not receive on-phone notification of new voicemail messages. Callers can still leave messages, but you will need to periodically check your voicemail for new messages if you are in a roaming service area for an extended time.
Page 114: Setting Your Phone's Roam Mode
Setting Your Phone’s Roam Mode Your phone allows you to control your roaming capabilities. By using the Roaming menu option, you can determine which signals your phone accepts. Set Mode Choose from three different settings on your digital dual- band phone to control your roaming experience. To set your phone’s roam mode: Select Menu >...
Page 115: Using Call Guard
Using Call Guard Your phone has two ways of alerting you when you are roaming off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network: the onscreen roaming icon and Call Guard. Call Guard makes it easy to manage your roaming charges by requiring an extra step before you can place or answer a roaming call.
Page 116: Using Data Roam Guard
Using Data Roam Guard Data Roam Guard allows you ask before roaming off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. Data Roam Guard makes it easy to manage your roaming charges by requiring an extra step before you access data during roaming. (This additional step is not required while on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network.) To turn Data Roam Guard on or off:...
Page 117: Managing Call History
Managing Call History In This Section Viewing History Call History Options Making a Call From Call History Saving a Phone Number From Call History Prepending a Phone Number From Call History Erasing Call History The Call History keeps track of incoming calls, calls made from your phone, and missed calls.
Page 118: Viewing History
Viewing History You’ll find the Call History feature very helpful. It is a list of the last 20 phone numbers (or Contacts entries) for calls you placed, accepted, or missed. Call History makes redialing a number fast and easy. It is continually updated as new numbers are added to the beginning of the list and the oldest entries are removed from the bottom of the list.
Page 119: Call History Options
Call History Options For additional information and options on a particular call, highlight a Call History entry and press displays the date and time of the call, the phone number (if available), and the caller’s name (if the number is already in your Contacts).
Page 120: Making A Call From Call History
Making a Call From Call History To place a call from Call History: Select Menu > Call History. Select Outgoing Calls, Incoming Calls, Missed Calls, or Recent Calls and press Use your navigation key to select a Call History entry and press Note: You cannot make calls from Call History to entries identified...
Page 121: Saving A Phone Number From Call History
Saving a Phone Number From Call History Contacts entries can store up to a total of five phone numbers, and each entry’s name can contain 20 characters. To save a phone number from Call History: Select Outgoing Calls, Incoming Calls, Missed Calls, or Recent Calls and press Use your navigation key to select the desired entry and select Options (...
Page 122: Prepending A Phone Number From Call History
Prepending a Phone Number From Call History If you need to make a call from Call History and you happen to be outside your local area code, you can add the appropriate prefix by prepending the number. To prepend a phone number from Call History: Select a Call History entry, select the number or the name, and press Press Options (...
Page 123: Using Contacts
Using Contacts In This Section Adding a New Contacts Entry Finding Contacts Entries Contacts Entry Options Adding a Phone Number to a Contacts Entry Editing a Contacts Entry’s Phone Number Assigning Speed Dial Numbers Editing a Contacts Entry Selecting a Ringer Type for an Entry Dialing Sprint PCS Services Now that you know the basics that make it easier to stay in touch with people and information, you’re ready to explore your...
Page 124: Adding A New Contacts Entry
Adding a New Contacts Entry Your phone’s Contacts list can store up to 500 entries and each entry’s name can contain 20 characters. To add a new entry: Select Menu > Contacts > Add New Entry. Shortcut: Enter the phone number in standby mode and press OK .
Page 125: Finding Contacts Entries
Finding Contacts Entries There are several ways to display your Contacts entries: by name, by speed dial number, by group, and by voice dial tags. Follow the steps outlined in the sections below to display entries from the Contacts menu. Finding Names To find Contacts entries by name: Select Menu >...
Page 126 Finding Speed Dial Numbers To find phone numbers you have stored in speed dial locations: Select Menu > Contacts > Speed Dial #s. Scroll through speed dial entries using your navigation key. Speed dial numbers are displayed in numeric order. –...
Page 127: Contacts Entry Options
Contacts Entry Options To access a Contacts entry’s options, highlight the entry and press Options ( below and press [Add Photo] to add a photo to the entry. [Contact Name] to edit the contact entry name. [Add Number] to add a phone number to the entry. (See “Adding a Phone Number to a Contacts Entry”...
Page 128: Adding A Phone Number To A Contacts Entry
Adding a Phone Number to a Contacts Entry To add a phone number to an entry: Display a Contacts entry (see “Finding Contacts Entries” on page 101) and press Press Options ( Highlight [Add Number], enter the new phone number, and press Select a label for the number and press Press Done (...
Page 129: Assigning Speed Dial Numbers
Assigning Speed Dial Numbers Your phone can store up to 99 phone numbers in speed dial locations. For details on how to make calls using speed dial numbers, see “Using Speed Dialing” on page 43. Speed dial numbers can be assigned when you add a new Contacts entry, when you add a new phone number to an existing entry, or when you edit an existing number.
Page 130: Editing A Contacts Entry
Editing a Contacts Entry To make changes to an entry: Display a Contacts entry and highlight the name of the person you wish to edit. Press Options ( Highlight the part of the entry you wish to edit (Name, Group, Ringer, etc.) and press Add and/or edit the desired information and press Press Done ( Selecting a Ringer Type for an Entry...
Page 131: Dialing Sprint Pcs Services
Dialing Sprint PCS Services Your Contacts list is preprogrammed with contact numbers for various Sprint PCS Services. To dial a service from your Contacts: Select Menu > Contacts > Services. Select Account Info, Customer Service, Dir Assist, Sprint Operator, or Sprint Voice Command. Press to place the call.
Page 133: Using The Phone's Scheduler And Tools
Using the Phone’s Scheduler and Tools In This Section Using Your Phone’s Scheduler Using Your Phone’s Alarm Clock Using Your Phone’s Memo Pad Using Your Phone’s Tools Your phone is equipped with several personal information management features that help you manage your busy lifestyle. This section shows you how to use these features to turn your phone into a time management planner that helps you keep up with your contacts, schedules, and commitments.
Page 134: Using Your Phone's Scheduler
Using Your Phone’s Scheduler Adding an Event to the Scheduler Your Scheduler helps organize your time and reminds you of important events. To add an event: Select Menu > Tools > Planner > Scheduler. Using your navigation key, highlight the day to which you would like to add an event and press Tip: Press the navigation key up or down to scroll by week through...
Page 135: Event Alerts
Select a ringer type for the alarm by highlighting the ringer field and pressing Select the desired ringer category and press Press the navigation key up or down to select the desired ringer and press Select a time for the event by highlighting the Start time.
Page 136: Event Alert Menu
Event Alert Menu When your phone is turned on and you have an event alarm scheduled, your phone alerts you and displays the event summary. To silence the alarm and reset the schedule, press Viewing Events To view your scheduled events: Select Menu >...
Page 137: Using Your Phone's Alarm Clock
Erasing a Day’s Events To erase a day’s scheduled events: Select Menu > Tools > Planner > Scheduler. Using your navigation key, highlight the day for which you would like to erase events and press Tip: In the Scheduler view, days with events scheduled are highlighted.
Page 138 Select a ringer type for the alarm by highlighting the ringer field and pressing Select the desired ringer category and press Press the navigation key up or down to select the desired ringer and press Select a repeating status for the alarm by highlighting the Repeat field.
Page 139: Using Your Phone's Memo Pad
Using Your Phone’s Memo Pad Your phone comes with a memo pad you can use to compose and store reminders and notes to help keep you organized. To compose a note: Select Menu > Tools > Memo Pad . Note: If there are no memos saved yet, the New Memo screen is automatically displayed.
Page 140: Using Your Phone's Tools
Using Your Phone’s Tools In addition to helping you be more efficient and organized, your phone offers useful and entertaining tools. Mass Storage The mass storage tool allows you to connect a USB data cable from your phone to a PC, manage your files using the file manager, and check the available memory information.
Page 141: Using The Calculator
Using the Calculator Your phone comes with a built-in calculator. To use the calculator: Select Menu > Tools > Calculator. Enter the first numbers using your keypad. Press the navigation key up for Multiplication (x). Press the navigation key down for Division (÷). Press the navigation key left for Subtraction (-).
Page 142: Using The Dictionary
Using the Dictionary Your phone comes with a built-in English/Spanish dictionary. It will allow you to search for words and then display their meaning onscreen. It will also include the opposite language selection in the title and the grammar usage of the word. The wordbook option allows you to save words that have been found in searches for quick lookup later.
Page 143 Using Wordbook To save a word to the wordbook: Follow the steps above to display the desired word. Press the right softkey for Save. Press the left softkey for OK. Press the left softkey for Menu and select Exit. To view an entry in wordbook: Select Menu >...
Page 144 Task List This option allows you to manage daily tasks that include dates, times, and priority levels. Select Menu > Tools > Planner > Task List. Note: If there are no tasks saved, the New Task screen is automatically displayed. Select Add New ( Enter the task name using the keypad and press Select a Priority level by highlighting Priority field.
Page 145: World Time
Countdown This option allows you to enter a timer that counts down to an event based on a date and time specified. Select Menu > Tools > Planner > Countdown. Note: If there are no countdowns saved, the New Countdown screen is automatically displayed.
Page 147: Using Your Phone's Voice Services
Using Your Phone’s Voice Services In This Section Using Voice-Activated Dialing Using Call <Name or #> Using Send Email <Name> Using Send Text <Name> Using Lookup <Name> Using Go To <App> Using Check <Item> Using VoiceMode Managing Voice Memos Your phone’s Voice Services let you place calls using your voice, store voice reminders, and record memos right on your phone.
Page 148: Using Voice-Activated Dialing
Using Voice-Activated Dialing In addition to Sprint PCS Voice Command (see page 207), built-in voice recognition software allows you to say commands to perform common functions supported by your phone. There is no voice training required to use the voice recognition feature.
Page 149: Using Call
Voice Launch Voice Launch allows you to configure how to launch Voice-Activated dialing. To access voice launch: Press Menu > Settings > Voice Service. Select Voice Launch and press Select Talk Key or Talk Key and Flip Open and press Using Call <Name or #>...

Page 150 If a name has only a single number, or if you know the name but are not sure which number to call, say “Call” followed by the name only. For example, say “Call John.” If the name is recognized and there is only one number for the name, your phone immediately places the call.
Page 151 Adapting Digit Dial Digit Dialing is speaker independent, which means that no training or adaptation is required. Some users with heavy accents or unusual voice characteristics may find difficulty in achieving high accuracy with speaker-independent Digit Dialing, so the Adapt Digits feature allows users to dramatically improve the digit accuracy through adaptation.
Page 152 To adapt Digit Dial to your voice: Menu > Settings > Voice Service. Select Digit Dialing and press Select Adapt Digits and press displays the first digit sequence.) Wait for the beep, and then repeat the digits using a normal tone of voice. (The phone plays back your recording and asks “Did the recording sound OK?”) If the recording sounds OK (no mistakes and no background noises), say “Yes.”...
Page 153: Using Choice Lists
Note: It is recommended that you perform the complete adaptation of Digit Dial at least once to achieve the maximum benefit of this feature. If a partial adaptation is performed, you can always return later and resume the process from the halfway point. Resetting Digit Dial Adaptation Menu >...
Page 154: Using Send Email
Using Send Email <Name> With a single voice command you can launch the email message client on the phone and specify a recipient for the email message. An email address must be associated with a contacts entry. If there is no email, the screen will prompt you to add a new email address to the contacts entry.

Page 155: Using Send Text
Using Send Text <Name> With a single voice command you can launch the text message client on the phone and specify a recipient for the message. To launch a text message: Press and hold Say “Send Text” followed immediately by the name of a person in your Contacts list and, optionally, the type of number you want to send it to.

Page 156: Using Lookup
Using Lookup <Name> You can look up and display contact information for any person stored in your Contacts list by saying “Lookup,” followed by the name. To use Lookup <Name>: Press and hold Say “Lookup John Smith.” The entry information for the specified contact is displayed.

Page 157: Using Check
Using Check <Item> You can have the phone play back and display information about its current state, including its phone number, current signal strength, network coverage, and battery level. To see and hear status information: Press and hold Say “Check” followed immediately by one of the following items: Status: plays back and displays ALL status information.

Page 158 For example, say “Check Status.” The phone responds by playing back and displaying the message “Battery…Low.” You can also say “Check” by itself. The phone prompts you to say one of the valid status items. Coverage Signal Strength Battery Section 2H: Using Your Phone’s Voice Services No Coverage - When handset is scanning.
Page 159: Voicemode
VoiceMode VoiceMode dictation software allows you to convert your speech to text when sending a text message. With VoiceMode, you can address an email or SMS text message in one step. You can also customize the VoiceMode dictionary by adding your own words. Adapting VoiceMode Before you can start using VoiceMode for text messaging, you need to adapt VoiceMode to understand your speech...
Page 160: Managing Voice Memos
Managing Voice Memos You can use your phone’s Voice Services to record brief memos to remind you of important events, phone numbers, or grocery list items. Recording Voice Memos To record a voice memo: Select Menu > Tools > Voice Memo > Record. Begin recording after the prompt.
Page 161: Voice Memo Options
Voice Memo Options To play the voice memos you have recorded: Select Menu > Tools > Voice Memo. Select Review and press of saved memos, with the first one selected.) Highlight the desired memo and press — or — Press the number corresponding to the memo you want to review.
Page 163: Using The Built-In Camera
Using the Built-in Camera In This Section Taking Pictures Storing Pictures Recording Videos Storing Videos Sending Sprint PCS Picture Mail Managing Sprint PCS Picture Mail Your phone’s built-in camera gives you the ability to take full- color digital pictures, view your pictures using the phone’s display, and instantly send them to family and friends.
Page 164: Taking Pictures
Taking Pictures Taking pictures with your phone’s built-in camera is as simple as choosing a subject, pointing the lens, and pressing a button. You can activate the phone’s camera mode whether the phone is open or closed. To take a picture with the phone open: Press Menu >...
Page 165: Creating Your Sprint Pcs Picture Mail Password
Assign to assign the picture as a Picture ID, Screen Saver, or Incoming Call. Erase to delete the picture you just took. Print to order a printed picture of the image saved in your phone. Post to Service to upload your image to a third party online service.
Page 166: Camera Mode Options
Please wait while the system creates your account. Tip: Write down your Sprint PCS Picture Mail password in a secure place. Once you have received confirmation that your account has been successfully registered, you may upload and share pictures and access the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web site. Camera Mode Options When the phone is open and in camera mode, press display additional camera options:...
Page 167 Camcorder (to switch to Video mode. See “Recording Videos” on page 152 for details.) Setting the Camera Self-timer To activate the self-timer: From camera mode, select Options ( Highlight Self-Timer and press Highlight the length of delay you want the timer to use (5 Seconds or 10 Seconds) and press Press Capture ( timer.
Page 168: Selecting Camera Settings
To use the zoom: From camera mode, press the navigation key left to zoom out and right to zoom in. Press Capture ( automatically be saved in the In Phone folder.) Selecting Camera Settings To select your camera settings: From camera mode, select Options ( Select Settings and press Select one of the following options and press Resolution to select a picture’s file size (1.3MP:...
Page 169 Viewing Your Camera’s Status Area Display Images Saved/ Menu Bar Remaining Display Image Camera Capture Options Section 2I: Using the Built-in Camera...
Page 170: Storing Pictures
Storing Pictures Your phone’s picture storage area is called My Albums. There are three storage locations that can be used separately according to your needs: In Phone Memory Card Online Albums In Phone Folder Once a picture is taken, it is automatically saved to the In Phone folder.
Page 171: In Phone Folder Options
In Phone Folder Options When you are viewing the In Phone folder, press Options ) to display the following options: Send to send an image to another user using picture mail. Upload to upload pictures from the In Phone folder to the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web site ( ).
Page 172: Memory Card
Memory Card Once a picture is taken, it is automatically saved to the In Phone folder. Alternatively you can save pictures to your Memory Card folder. From the Memory Card folder, you can view all of the pictures you have taken, store selected images in your Memory Card folder, send pictures to the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web site ( images, and access additional picture options.
Page 173: Memory Card Options
Memory Card Options When you are viewing the Memory Card folder, press Options ) to display the following options: Send to send an image to another user using picture mail. Upload to upload pictures from the Memory Card folder to the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web site ( ).
Page 174: Online Album
Online Album Once a picture is taken, it is automatically saved to the In Phone folder. Alternatively you can save pictures to your Online Album folder. From the Online Album folder, you can view all of the pictures you have taken, store selected images in your Online Album folder, send pictures to the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web site ( images, and access additional picture options.
Page 175 Online Album Options When you are viewing the Online Album folder, press Options ) to display the following options: Send to send an image to another user using picture mail. Print.. to print an image by mail, at a retail outlet, or by using a PictBridge or Bluetooth connection.
Page 176: Recording Videos
Recording Videos In addition to taking pictures, you can also record, view, and send videos to your friends and family with your phone’s built-in video camera. To record a video: Select Menu > Pictures > Camcorder. Select Video Mail or Long Video and press Using the phone’s main LCD as a viewfinder, aim the lens at your subject.
Page 177: Video Mode Options
Review Albums to review all pictures and videos saved in the In Phone folder. Video Mode Options When the phone is open and in camcorder mode, press to display additional camcorder options: Self-Timer to activate the camera’s timer. (See “Setting the Camera Self-timer”...
Page 178: Storing Videos
Selecting Video Settings To select your camcorder settings: From camcorder mode, select Options ( Highlight Settings and press Select one of the following options and press Quality to select the video quality setting (Fine, Normal, or Economy). Save Video To selects the default location (memory card or phone) of where new videos are saved.
Page 179: Sending Sprint Pcs Picture Mail
Sending Sprint PCS Picture Mail Once you’ve taken a picture, you can use the messaging capabilities of your phone to instantly share your picture with family and friends. You can send a picture to up to 25 people at a time using their email addresses or their wireless phone numbers.
Page 180 If you wish to include a text message, scroll to Text and select Add ( (or press Options [ Recent Msg) and select Next ( “Entering Text” on page 44.) If you wish to include an audio message with the picture, highlight the box next to Audio and select Record ( recording time is 10 seconds.)
Page 181: Sending Pictures From Messaging
Sending Pictures From Messaging You can also send Sprint PCS Picture Mail from your phone’s Messaging menu. To send pictures from the Messaging menu: Select Menu > Messaging > Send Message > Picture Mail. Select a contact, enter a mobile number, or enter an email address using the keypad and select OK ( Enter additional recipients or select Next ( continue.
Page 182: Managing Sprint Pcs Picture Mail
Managing Sprint PCS Picture Mail Using the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web Site Once you have uploaded pictures from your phone to your online Sprint PCS Picture Mail account at (see “In Phone Folder Options” on page 147), you picturemail can use your personal computer to manage your pictures.
Page 183 Managing Online Pictures and Videos From Your Phone You can use your phone to manage, edit, or share pictures you have uploaded to the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web site at www.sprint.com/picturemail page 147 for information about uploading.) To view your online pictures from your phone: Select Menu >...
Page 184: Uploading Pictures
Uploading Pictures To upload pictures: Press Menu > Pictures > My Albums (Thumbnail pictures will be displayed.) Select In Phone and press Select the picture(s) you wish to upload and press Options ( Select Upload and choose My Uploads or My Albums and press Select Continue ( Downloading Your Online Pictures...
Page 185: Accessing Online Picture Options From Your Phone
Incoming Calls to download a picture and assign to incoming calls with or without caller ID. Accessing Online Picture Options From Your Phone Select a picture from your online Picture Mail (See “Managing Online Pictures and Videos From Your Phone” on page 159.) Select Options ( To select an option, highlight it and press Copy/Move to copy or move pictures to a selected...
Page 186 To access your online Albums options from your phone: Display the album list in the Online Sprint PCS Picture Mail menu. (See “Managing Online Pictures and Videos From Your Phone” on page 159.) Use your navigation key to select an album (or Inbox). Select Options ( To select an option, highlight it and press Send to send the album through the...
Page 187: Printing Pictures Using Pictbridge
Printing Pictures Using PictBridge PictBridge is an industry standard established by the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) that enables a range of digital photo solutions, including direct photo printing from a digital camera to a printer without the need for a PC. Printing From Your Phone Your phone comes equipped with a built-in camera that allows you to print images directly to a printer using the...
Page 188 Index: prints the index information Note: These options may vary and are dependent on the printer’s capabilities. Press the navigation key down to select Size. Press the navigation key left or right to select one of the following sizes: Default Note: These sizes may vary and are dependent on the printer’s capabilities.
Page 189: Settings And Info
Settings and Info The Settings and Info menu allows you to configure where pictures or videos are saved, view your account information, or set the view to portrait or landscape mode. To access the Settings and Info menu: Select Menu > Pictures > Settings and Info. Select one of the following options and press Auto Save To allows you to choose between Phone and Memory Card as the default location to save...
Page 190 Section 2I: Using the Built-in Camera...
Page 191: Using Your Phone's Built-In Media Player
Using Your Phone’s Built-in Media Player In This Section Your Multimedia Channel Options Accessing Your Media Player’s Channel Listings Playing a Video or Audio Clip Multimedia FAQs Your phone’s built-in media player gives you the ability to listen to audio clips and view video clips right from your phone’s display. It’s a great way to stay up-to-date with news, weather, and sports information while also enjoying the latest blockbuster movie trailers or music videos –...
Page 192: Your Multimedia Channel Options
Your Multimedia Channel Options Sprint TV offers a variety of accessible audio or video channels, depending on your Sprint PCS Service Plan and multimedia subscriptions. Your subscription options include a comprehensive basic service as well as a full menu of a variety of additional channel options.
Page 193: Accessing Your Media Player's Channel Listings
Accessing Your Media Player’s Channel Listings It’s easy to access and view the multimedia Channel Listings from your phone’s main menu. To access your media player and Channel Listings: Select Menu > Media Player. Channel Listing: These include the complimentary Previews channel that Sprint provides, as well as any available individual channels for which you have purchased access.
Page 194: Playing A Video Or Audio Clip
Playing a Video or Audio Clip To select and play a media clip: Select Menu > Media Player. Use your keypad to enter a channel number (or use your navigation key to scroll to a channel and press Channel Listing: If you have selected a channel that you’ve already signed up for (or if it’s a channel with no monthly fee), you will see a list of available clips.
Page 195: Multimedia Faqs
Multimedia FAQs Will I know if I’m receiving an incoming call while I’m viewing or listening to an audio clip? No. All incoming calls will roll into voicemail while you are playing a clip. If the caller leaves a voicemail, the voicemail icon will appear on the screen.
Page 196 Listings, the purchased channel title and corresponding number will appear in the My Channels section. Why are some channels already preloaded into the My Channels section? Some channels, such as Previews, are offered free of charge as a customer courtesy. These channels automatically appear in the My Channels section of your Channel Listings.
Page 197 If I place my stereo headphones on and insert them into the phone’s headset jack, can I close the phone while I am playing an audio (or video) clip without interrupting the clip? Yes. When you insert your stereo headset into the phone’s headset jack, the phone automatically goes into “headset mode,”...
Page 199: Using Bluetooth Wireless Technology
Using Bluetooth Wireless Technology In This Section Turning Bluetooth On and Off Using the Bluetooth Settings Menu Bluetooth Profiles Pairing Bluetooth Devices Exchange FTP folder Your phone features built-in Bluetooth wireless technology, allowing you to share information more easily than ever before. Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth- enabled devices, such as headsets, hands-free car kits,...
Page 200: Turning Bluetooth On And Off
Turning Bluetooth On and Off By default, your device’s Bluetooth functionality is turned off. Turning Bluetooth on makes your device “discoverable” by other in-range Bluetooth devices. To turn Bluetooth on: Select Menu > Settings > Bluetooth> Enable. Highlight On and press To turn Bluetooth off: Select Menu >...
Page 201: Using The Bluetooth Settings Menu
Using the Bluetooth Settings Menu The Bluetooth Settings menu allows you to set up many of the characteristics of your phone’s Bluetooth service, including: Entering or changing the name your phone uses for Bluetooth communication. Setting your phone’s visibility (or “discoverability”) for other Bluetooth devices.
Page 202: Bluetooth Settings: Visibility
Bluetooth Settings: Visibility The Visibility section of the Bluetooth Settings menu allows you to manage your availability to other Bluetooth devices. To configure your phone’s visibility (discoverability) to other Bluetooth devices: Select Menu > Settings > Bluetooth > Visibility. Select a visibility setting and press Always visible to allow other Bluetooth devices to detect and identify your phone.
Page 203: Bluetooth Profiles
Bluetooth Profiles All the Bluetooth settings you configure are stored in your phone’s Bluetooth user profile. Different profiles can be used for specific Bluetooth functions. HSP: Headset Profile – Bluetooth technology connects the phone to a wireless Bluetooth-enabled headset. When an incoming call is received, the ringer can be heard through the headset, instead of the phone.
Page 204 A2DP: Advance Audio Distribution Profile–transfers a 2- channel stereo audio stream, like music from an MP3 player, to a headset or car radio. AVRCP:Audio Video Remote Control Profile–provides a standard interface to control TVs, Hi-fi equipment, etc. to allow a single remote control (or other device) to control all of the A/V equipment that a user has access to.
Page 205: Pairing Bluetooth Devices
Pairing Bluetooth Devices Paired Devices The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to establish trusted connections between your phone and another Bluetooth device. When devices are paired, a passkey is shared between devices, allowing for fast, secure connections while bypassing the discovery and authentication process. To pair your phone with another Bluetooth device: Select Menu >...
Page 206: Sending All Contacts
Sending All Contacts It may be necessary to transfer all contacts to another Bluetooth enabled device. This may be especially helpful if you are changing handsets or would like to give another person all your contacts. To transfer all contacts to another device: Make sure that both devices are set up to send and receive files via a Bluetooth connection.
Page 207: Exchange Ftp Folder
Exchange FTP folder You can send and receive files between your handset and PC via Bluetooth using the FTP transfer protocol. Note: The PC must support Bluetooth Wireless Technology to transfer files. To transfer files: Make sure that the PC is set up to send and receive files via a Bluetooth connection with a shared directory.
Page 208 Section 2K: Using Bluetooth Wireless Technology...
Page 209: Section 3: Sprint Pcs Service Features
Sec t ion 3 Sprint PCS Service Features...
Page 211: Sprint Pcs Service Features: The Basics
Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics In This Section Using Voicemail Using SMS Text Messaging Using SMS Voice Messaging Using Caller ID Responding to Call Waiting Making a Three-Way Call Using Call Forwarding Now that you’ve mastered your phone’s fundamentals, it’s time to explore the calling features that enhance your Sprint PCS Service.
Page 212: Using Voicemail
Using Voicemail Setting Up Your Voicemail All unanswered calls to your phone are automatically transferred to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. Therefore, you will want to set up your Sprint PCS Voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated.
Page 213: New Voicemail Message Alerts
New Voicemail Message Alerts When you receive a new voice message, your phone alerts you and prompts you to call your voicemail. To call your voicemail: Press and hold To display your Missed Log: Press the navigation key up. Note: When you are roaming off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network, you may not receive notification of new voicemail messages.
Page 214: Retrieving Your Voicemail Messages
Retrieving Your Voicemail Messages You can review your messages directly from your phone or from any other touch-tone phone. To dial from your phone, you can either speed dial your voicemail or use the menu keys. Using One-Touch Message Access Press and hold box.) Using the Menu Keys on Your Phone to Access Your Messages...
Page 215: Voicemail Options
Voicemail Button Guide Here’s a quick guide to your keypad functions while listening to voicemail messages. For further details and menu options, see “Voicemail Menu Key” on page 195. Date/Time Replay Erase Cancel Voicemail Options Your phone offers several options for organizing and accessing your voicemail.
Page 216 To turn Expert Mode on or off: Press and hold voicemail box contains any new or saved messages, press to access the main voicemail menu.) Press to change your Personal Options, following the system prompts. Press for Expert Mode. Press to turn Expert Mode on or off.
Page 217 Voicemail-to-Voicemail Message Record and send a voice message to other Sprint PCS Voicemail users. From the main voicemail menu, press message. Follow the voice prompts to enter the phone number. Follow the voice prompts to record and send your voice message.
Page 218 After you have recorded a message, press indicate you are satisfied with the message you recorded. Press to mark receipt requested. Press to send your voicemail message. Continue Recording When leaving a voice message, you can choose to continue recording even after you’ve stopped. Before pressing with the message you recorded, press recording.
Page 219: Clearing The Message Icon
Clearing the Message Icon Your phone may temporarily continue to display the message icon after you have checked your voice and text messages. To clear the icon from the display screen: Select Menu > Messaging > Voicemail > Clear Envelope. Select Yes or No and press Voicemail Menu Key Following the prompts on the voicemail system, you can use...
Page 220 Personal Options Notification Options Phone Notification Numeric Paging to a Phone Return to Personal Options Menu Administrative Options Skip Passcode Autoplay Message Date & Time On/Off Change Passcode Group Distribution List Return to Personal Options Menu Greetings Personal Greetings Name Announcement Extended Absence Greeting Return to Personal Options Menu Expert Mode (On/Off)
Page 221: Using Sms Text Messaging
Using SMS Text Messaging With SMS Text Messaging, you can use other people’s wireless phone numbers to send instant text messages from your phone to their messaging-ready phones – and they can send messages to you. When you receive a new message, it will automatically be displayed on your phone’s screen.
Page 222: Accessing Sms Text Messages
Select Next ( Review your message and press Send ( also select the following additional messaging options by pressing Options ( Edit to edit the existing message before sending. Priority to set the message priority level [Normal or Urgent]. Call Back # to set the callback number. Save to Drafts to save the message without sending.
Page 223: Using Preset Messages
Review your message and press Send ( also select the following additional messaging options by pressing Options ( Edit to edit the existing message before sending. Priority to set the message priority level [Normal or Urgent]. Call Back # to set the callback number. Save to Drafts to save the message without sending.
Page 224: Using Sms Voice Messaging
Using SMS Voice Messaging In addition to sending and receiving SMS Text messages, your phone is enabled with SMS Voice Messaging. With SMS Voice Messaging, you can quickly and easily send a voice message to other SMS-enabled phones or working email addresses without making a phone call.
Page 225 Composing SMS Voice Messages To compose an SMS Voice message: Select Menu > Messaging > Send Message > Voice SMS. Select Mobile # or Email to enter a recipient’s wireless phone number or email address directly. Select Contacts. Select your desired list and press recipient.
Page 226: Using Caller Id
Accessing SMS Voice Messages To play an SMS Voice message: When you receive a voice message, a pop-up notification will automatically appear on your phone’s main display screen. Use your softkeys to view and play the voice message. To reply to an SMS Voice message: From the Voice SMS inbox, press Reply ( Record your reply, then press Send ( Using Caller ID...
Page 227: Responding To Call Waiting
Responding to Call Waiting When you’re on a call, Call Waiting alerts you to incoming calls by sounding two beeps. Your phone’s screen informs you that another call is coming in and displays the caller’s phone number (if it is available). To respond to an incoming call while you’re on a call: Press .
Page 228: Making A Three-Way Call
Making a Three-Way Call With Three-Way Calling, you can talk to two people at the same time. When using this feature, the normal airtime rates will be charged for each of the two calls. To make a Three-Way Call: Enter a number you wish to call and press Once you have established the connection, enter the second number you wish to call and press puts the first caller on hold and dials the second...
Page 229: Using Call Forwarding
Using Call Forwarding Call Forwarding lets you forward all your incoming calls to another phone number – even when your phone is turned off. You can continue to make calls from your phone when Call Forwarding is activated. To activate Call Forwarding: Press Enter the area code and phone number to which your future calls should be forwarded.
Page 231: Sprint Pcs Voice Command
Sprint PCS Voice Command In This Section Getting Started With Sprint PCS Voice Command Creating Your Own Address Book Making a Call With Sprint PCS Voice Command Accessing Information Using Sprint PCS Voice Command With Sprint PCS Voice Command, reaching your friends, family, and coworkers has never been easier –...
Page 232: Getting Started With Sprint Pcs Voice Command
Getting Started With Sprint PCS Voice Command With Sprint PCS Voice Command: You can store all your contacts’ phone numbers, so you can simply say the name of the person you want to call. There’s no need to punch in a lot of numbers, memorize voicemail passwords, or try to dial while you’re driving.
Page 233: Creating Your Own Address Book
Creating Your Own Address Book You can program up to 500 names into your personal address book, with each name having up to five phone numbers. That’s 2500 phone numbers, and with the advanced technology of Sprint PCS Voice Command, you can have instant access to all of them.
Page 234: Making A Call With Sprint Pcs Voice Command
Making a Call With Sprint PCS Voice Command To make a call with Sprint PCS Voice Command: Press After the “Ready” prompt, simply say, in a natural voice, “Call” and the name of the person or the number you’d like to call. (For example, you can say, “Call Jane Smith at work,”...
Page 235: Accessing Information Using Sprint Pcs Voice Command
Accessing Information Using Sprint PCS Voice Command To access information using Sprint PCS Voice Command: Press Say “Call the Web” and choose from a listing of information categories like news, weather, and sports. – or – Simply say “Call news room,” “Call the weather,” “Call Sports Central,”...
Page 237: Section 4: Safety And Warranty Information
Sec t ion 4 Safety and Warranty Information...
Page 239: Important Safety Information
Important Safety Information In This Section General Precautions Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone Caring for the Battery Radiofrequency (RF) Energy Owner’s Record Phone Guide Proprietary Notice This phone guide contains important operational and safety information that will help you safely use your phone. Failure to read and follow the information provided in this phone guide may result in serious bodily injury, death, or property damage.
Page 240: General Precautions
General Precautions There are several simple guidelines to operating your phone properly and Speak directly into the mouthpiece. Avoid exposing your phone and accessories to rain or liquid spills. If your phone does get wet, immediately turn the power off and remove the battery.
Page 241: Maintaining Safe Use Of And Access To Your Phone
Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone Do Not Rely on Your Phone for Emergency Calls Mobile phones operate using radio signals, which cannot guarantee connection in all conditions. Therefore you should never rely solely upon any mobile phone for essential communication (e.g., medical emergencies).
Page 242 Note: Always turn off the phone in health care facilities and request permission before using the phone near medical equipment. Turning Off Your Phone Before Flying Turn off your phone before boarding any aircraft. To prevent possible interference with aircraft systems, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations require you to have permission from a crew member to use your phone while the plane is on the ground.
Page 243: Using Your Phone With A Hearing Aid Device
Not all phones have been rated. Phones that have been rated have a label located on the box. Your Sprint PCS Vision® m500 by has an M4 rating and T3 rating. These ratings are not guarantees. Results will vary depending on the level of immunity of your hearing device and degree of your hearing loss.
Page 244 T-Ratings: Phones rated T3 or T4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to be more usable with a hearing device's telecoil ("T Switch" or "Telephone Switch") than unrated phones. T4 is the better/higher of the two ratings. (Note that not all hearing devices have telecoils in them.) The more immune your hearing aid device is, the less likely you are to experience interference noise from your wireless...
Page 245: Caring For The Battery
Caring for the Battery Protecting Your Battery The guidelines listed below help you get the most out of your battery’s performance. Recently, there have been some public reports of wireless phone batteries overheating, catching fire, or exploding. It appears that many, if not all, of these reports involve counterfeit or inexpensive, aftermarket-brand batteries with unknown or questionable manufacturing standards.
Page 246: Radiofrequency (Rf) Energy
Disposal of Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) Batteries For safe disposal options of your Li-Ion batteries, contact your nearest Sprint authorized service center. Special Note: Be sure to dispose of your battery properly. In some areas, the disposal of batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited. Radiofrequency (RF) Energy Understanding How Your Phone Operates Your phone is basically a radio transmitter and receiver.
Page 247: Owner's Record
SAR values at or below the federal standard of 1.6 W/kg are considered safe for use by the public. The highest reported SAR values of the M500 are: CDMA mode (Part 22): Head: 1.41 W/kg; Body-worn: 0.322 W/kg PCS mode (Part 24): Head: 1.44 W/kg;...
Page 248: Phone Guide Proprietary Notice
Phone Guide Proprietary Notice CDMA Technology is licensed by QUALCOMM Incorporated under one or more of the following patents: 4,901,307 5,109,390 5,267,262 5,416,797 5,506,865 5,544,196 5,657,420 5,101,501 5,267,261 5,414,796 5,504,773 5,535,239 5,600,754 5,778,338 5,228,054 5,337,338 5,710,784 5,056,109 5,568,483 5,659,569 5,490,165 5,511,073 T9 Text Input is licensed by Tegic Communications and is covered by U.S.
Page 249: Manufacturer's Warranty
Sec tion 4B Manufacturer’s Warranty In This Section Manufacturer’s Warranty Your phone has been designed to provide you with reliable, worry-free service. If for any reason you have a problem with your equipment, please refer to the manufacturer’s warranty in this section. For information regarding the terms and conditions of service for your phone, please visit and click on the...
Page 250: Manufacturer's Warranty
(i) the battery has been charged by a battery charger not specified or approved by SAMSUNG for charging the battery, (ii) any of the seals on the battery are broken or show evidence of tampering, or (iii) the battery has been used in equipment other than the SAMSUNG phone for which it is specified.
Page 251 Purchaser must pay all parts, shipping, and labor charges for the repair or return of such Product. What Are the Limits On SAMSUNG’s Liability? EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY CONTAINED HEREIN, PURCHASER TAKES THE PRODUCT “AS IS,” AND SAMSUNG MAKES NO WARRANTY OR...
Page 252 Limited Warranty, or make additional warranties binding on SAMSUNG. Accordingly, additional statements such as dealer advertising or presentation, whether oral or written, do not constitute warranties by SAMSUNG and should not be relied upon. Section 4B: Manufacturer’s Warranty...
Page 253 1301 E. Lookout Drive Richardson, Texas 75082 Phone: 1-800-SAMSUNG Phone: 1-888-987-HELP (4357) ©2006 Samsung Telecommunications America. All rights reserved. No reproduction in whole or in part allowed without prior written approval. Specifications and availability subject to change without notice. [011604]...
Page 255: Index
Index Numerics 3-Way Calling 204 Abbreviated Dialing 71 Airplane Mode 66 Alarm Clock 113 Answering Calls 34 Auto Answer Mode 71 Backlight change the brightness 57 change the keypad 56 change the sub contrast 57 changing backlight settings Battery 25–28 Capacity 25 Charging 27 Installing 26...
Page 256 Key Tones 52 Location Settings 61 Lock Code Changing 78 Locking Your Phone 76 Making Calls 32 Media Player 167–173 Playing Video and Audio Clips 170 Memo Pad 115 Menu Style 58 Messages Erasing 82 Messaging Deleting Old Messages 62 Setting Alerts 62 Signature 63 Multimedia...
Page 257 Sending 155–157 Uploading Pictures 160 Web Site 158 Sprint PCS Power Vision Security Features 85 Sprint PCS Service Account Passwords 6 Dialing Sprint PCS Services Setting Up 3 Sprint 411 8 Sprint PCS Voice Command 207–211 Address Book 209 Making a Call 210 Sprint Service Operator Services 9 Sprint TV 168...

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Samsung M500 User Manual

Welcome to Sprint

Introduction

Your Phone's Menu

Section 1: Getting Started

Setting up Service

Section 2: Your Phone

Your Phone: the Basics

Controlling Your Phone's Settings

Setting Your Phone's Security

Controlling Your Roaming Experience

Managing Call History

Using Contacts

Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools

Using Your Phone's Voice Services

Using the Built-In Camera

Using Your Phone's Built-In Media Player

Using Bluetooth Wireless Technology

Section 3: Sprint PCS Service Features

Sprint PCS Service Features: the Basics

Sprint PCS Voice Command

Section 4: Safety and Warranty Information

Important Safety Information

Manufacturer's Warranty

Index

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