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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.
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: Add to Favorites 2: Change View 1: Grid View CALL HISTORY...
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1: Get New Games 3: 2Fast2Furious 5: Ms. PAC-MAN DEMO by Namco 6: Tetris Demo 7: World Poker Tour Demo 2: Themes 1: Get New Themes 3: Classic View 5: Tropical Theme 3: Ringers 1: Get New Ringers 3: ToneMaker 4: Screen Savers 1: Get New Screen Savers 3: Screen Saver Preview...
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1: Instant Msg. 3: AOL 5: Yahoo! 7: Other 6: Voicemail 1: Call Voicemail 7: Chat & Dating 8: Premium Msg 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.
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3: VoiceSMS Opt. 1: Speaker Phone (On/Off) TOOLS 1: Mass Storage 1: Connect to PC 2: File Manager 3: Memory Info. 2: Voice Service 3: Voice Memo 1: Record 3: Erase All 4: Bluetooth 5: Planner 1: Today 3: Task List 6: Memo Pad 7: World Time 1: DST Setting...
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1: Off 3: Fun Tools.. 1: Fun Frames 1: Off 4: Stars 7: Night 10: Birthday 2: Color Tones 1: Auto 4: Green 7: Cool 4: Controls.. 1: Brightness 2: White Balance 1: Auto 4: Tungsten 5: Settings.. 1: Resolution 1: 1.3MP: 1280x960 4: Low: 240x320 2: Quality...
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1: Movie Light 1: Off 2: Self-Timer 1: Off 3: Color Tones 1: Auto 4: Green 7: Cool 4: Controls.. 1: Brightness 2: White Balance 1: Auto 4: Tungsten 5: Settings.. 1: Quality 1: Fine 2: View Mode 1: QCIF Screen 3: Video Length 1: Video Mail 6: Review Album...
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1: Status Bar (On/Off) 2: Account Info 3: 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: Services 1: Account Info 3: Dir Assist 5: Sprint Voice Command...
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1: Analog 1-4 2: My Content 3: Main LCD Pic 2: Set Foreground 1: Digital Clock 4: Others 3: Set Theme 1: Classic View 4: Dialing Font 1: Basic 1: Color 1: Basic 3: Monochrome 2: Size (Large/Normal/Small) 2: Feather 3: Post it 5: Incoming Call 1: With Caller ID...
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2: Keypad 1: Flip Open 4: 8 seconds 3: Pwr Save Mode (On/Off) 4: Brightness 1: Level 5-1 8: Service Light (On/Off) 9: Text Entry 1: Auto Capital (On/Off) 2: Personal Dic. 1: Add Entry 3: Use word Dic. (Yes/No) 4: Display Candidate (Display On/Display Off) 5: Prediction Start (3rd/4th/5th letters) 6: Insert Space (On/Off)
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4: Alarms 1: Use Ringer Volume 5: App. Volume 1: Sound 1: Use Ringer Volume 2: Game Vibrate 2: Ringer Type 1: Voice Calls 1: With Caller ID 1: Single Tones 4: My Content 2: No Caller ID 1: Single Tones 4: My Content 2: Messages 1: Voicemail...
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1: Inbox 4: Send VoiceSMS 7: Voice Memo 10: Voice Service 13: Display 16: Media Player 4: Right Key 1: Inbox 4: Send VoiceSMS 7: Voice Memo 10: Voice Service 13: Display 16: Media Player 8: Others 1: Call Setup 1: Abbrev.
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8: Update Phone Software 9: Phone Info 1: Phone Number 3: Version 0: Bluetooth 1: Enable (On/Off) 2: Visibility 1: Always Visible 3: Device name 4: Exchange FTP Folder 5: Device Info IN USE MENU Press Options (right softkey) to display the following options: 1: Speaker On/Off 4: Messaging 7:Voice Memo...
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.
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.
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:...
172 for more information on your voicemail password. Sprint PCS Vision or Sprint Power Vision Password With your A900M 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.
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 Sprint Power Vision phones View available Sprint PCS service plans and options...
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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:...
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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...
Your Phone: The Basics In This Section Front View of Your Phone Viewing the Display Screen Features of Your Sprint Power Vision 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...
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.
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Shift/Asterisk Key enters the asterisk [*] character for calling features. In text entry mode, press to change the capitalization mode. Microphone allows other callers to hear you clearly when you are speaking to them. 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).
Viewing the Display Screen Your phone’s display screen provides a wealth of information about your phone’s status and options. This list identifies the symbols you’ll see on your phone’s display screen: Tip: To view a list of your phone’s icons and descriptions, from the main menu select Settings >...
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indicates that your phone is in Web security mode. indicates that your phone is roaming. indicates that you have voicemail, text, numeric pages, picture messages, video messages, or Wireless Application Protocol (WAP) messages waiting. Press briefly to see a list of pending messages or press and hold to dial your voicemail box.
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indicates that the TTY option is on. indicates that your phone is in vibrate all mode. indicates that your phone has a ringer volume set and the vibrate option is checked. indicates that the ringer is set at a level between 1 - 8 or that 1-Beep is selected.
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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. indicates that the movie light is turned on when recording video clips. indicates that the white balance has been set to Sunny.
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indicates that there is a voice message attached to an image or a voice memo is being recorded during a call. indicates that Bluetooth technology is connected. indicates that Bluetooth technology is enabled. Note: Display indicators help you manage your roaming charges by letting you know when you’re off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network and whether you’re operating in digital mode.
Features of Your Sprint Power Vision Phone Congratulations on the purchase of your phone. The A900M 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...
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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 44). Speed dial lets you dial phone numbers with one or two key presses (page 42).
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 –...
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.
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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 at a 45-degree angle and gently press down until the cover snaps into place.
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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.
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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.
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.
Backing Up Within a Menu To go to the previous menu: Press To return to standby mode: Press Displaying Your Phone Number Just in case you forget your phone number, your phone can remind you. To display your phone number: Select Menu >...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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In-Call Options Pressing Options (right softkey) during a call displays a list of features you may use during the course of a call. To select an option, press the corresponding keypad number or highlight the option and press through the Options menu: Warning! Due to higher volume levels, do not place the phone near your ear during monitor use.
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During a call, the left softkey button functions as the Mute button. Press it to mute the phone’s microphone for privacy. Press it again to Unmute the phone. 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.
Saving a Phone Number Your phone can store up to 5 phone numbers in each Contact entry up to a total of 500 phone numbers. Each entry’s name can contain up to 20 characters. Your phone automatically sorts the Contacts entries alphabetically. (For more information, see Section 2F: Using Contacts on page 91.) To save a number from standby mode:...
Finding a Phone Number You can search Contacts entries for phone numbers that contain a specific string of numbers. To find a phone number: While in standby mode, enter three or more of the last digits of the phone number. (The more numbers you enter, the more specific the search becomes.) Press Options ( matching the entered numbers will be displayed.)
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To dial or save phone numbers with pauses: Enter the phone number. Press Options ( Pause. Enter additional numbers. Press – or – Press Options ( Contacts. Note When dialing a number with a hard pause, press the Talk to send the next set of numbers.
Dialing From the Contacts List To dial directly from a Contacts entry: Select Menu > Contacts > Find. Shortcut: Press Contacts (right softkey) to list entries. Highlight the entry you want to call and press – or – To dial another number from the entry, highlight the name and press wish to call and press Using Speed Dialing...
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...
Tip: When entering text, press the * (Shift) key to change letter capitalization ( Abc > ABC > 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.
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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 43). Press the corresponding keys repeatedly until the desired letter appears (for example, to enter the word “Bill,”...
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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 43.) To enter symbols: Select the Symbol mode. (See “Selecting a Character Input Mode” on page 43.) To enter a symbol, press the appropriate key indicated on the display.
Controlling Your Phone’s Settings In This Section Sound Settings Display Settings Location Settings Messaging Settings Airplane Mode TTY Use With Sprint PCS Service Updating Phone Software Phone Setup Options Call Setup Options Customizing the User Interface 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.
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.
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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.
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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 >...
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Adjusting the Phone’s Volume Settings You can adjust your phone’s volume settings to suit your needs and your environment. To adjust your phone’s volume settings: Select Menu > Settings > Sounds > Volume > Advanced. Select Text Message, Picture Mail, Voice Mail, Alarms, or App.
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 >...
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 >...
Changing the Display Screen Your new phone offers options for what you see on the display screen and when in standby mode. To change the display images on main LCD: Select Menu > Settings > Display > Screen Saver. Select Main LCD. Select Preset Images, My Content, or My Albums and press Choose the desired image and press...
Changing the Phone’s Menu Style Your phone allows you to choose how the menu appears on your display screen. To select the display’s menu style: Select Menu > My Content > Themes. Select Classic View, America Theme, or Tropical Theme to and press Changing the Font Color You can customize your phone’s display font by selecting a...
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Alternative Dialing Fonts In addition to the normal display font, your phone also includes two new display fonts called Feather and Post it. These fonts display graphical representations on screen when dialing. To select a dialing font: Select Menu > Settings > Display > Dialing Font . Select Feather or Post it and press Changing the Foreground Choose whether you want your phone’s clock or calendar to...
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.
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. (For more information, see “Accessing Messaging” on page 199.) 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...
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To automatically delete read messages: Select Menu > Messaging > Settings > General > Auto-Erase. Select Yes or No and press 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 >...
– or – Select Options selected message. Select Yes to confirm. (Select No to cancel the deletion.) 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 (...
You can still make emergency calls even when you are in Airplane mode. 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.
Note: In TTY Mode, your phone will display the TTY access icon when a headset or TTY device is plugged in. If TTY mode is enabled, the audio quality of non-TTY devices connected to the headset jack may be impaired. WARNING 911 Emergency Calling Sprint recommends that TTY users make emergency...
Phone Setup Options Favorites Your phone offers you the option of assigning favorite or often-used functions. Selecting Favorites (left softkey) in standby mode will launch your personal favorite list. To assign your shortcut key: Select Favorites ( Select the desired location and select Options ( Replace.
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.
Auto Answer Mode You may set your phone to automatically pick up incoming calls when connected to an optional hands-free car kit. To set Auto Answer mode: Select Menu > Settings > Others > Call Setup > Auto Answer. To select an option, highlight it and press CarKit/Headset select Yes to answer calls automatically when the phone is connected to a hands-free car kit or a headset (sold separately).
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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.
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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.
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.
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Changing Display Themes You can change your phone’s display appearance by selecting the downloaded themes. To change the display themes: Select Menu > Settings > Display > Set Theme. Select Classic View, America, Tropical, or any of the available downloaded themes and press Section 2B: Controlling Your Phone’s Settings...
Setting Your Phone’s Security In This Section Accessing the Security Menu Using Your Phone’s Lock Feature Lock Service Using Special Numbers Erasing Contacts Erasing My Content Erasing Pic/Video 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.
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...
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”...
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.
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.”...
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 Contacts and press If you are certain you would like to erase all of your Contacts entries, select Yes and press...
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.
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.
Roaming is the ability to make or receive calls when you’re off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. Your new digital dual-band A900M 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...
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).
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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.
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 >...
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.
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.
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.
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).
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...
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 twenty 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 (...
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 (...
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...
Adding a New Contacts Entry Your phone's contacts list can store up to 500 entries and each entry’s name can contain twenty characters. To add a new entry: Select Menu > Contacts > Add New Entry. Shortcut: Enter the phone number in standby mode and press OK .
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 >...
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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. –...
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”...
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 93) and press Press Edit ( Highlight [Add Number], enter the new phone number, and press Select a label for the number and press Press Done (...
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 42. 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.
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...
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.
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.
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...
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.
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 >...
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.
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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.
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.
Using Your Phone’s Tools In addition to helping your 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.
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 (-).
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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.
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.
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.
Using Voice-Activated Dialing In addition to Sprint PCS Voice Command (see page 225), 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.
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 #>...
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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.
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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.
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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 you if the recording sounds “OK.”) If the recording sounds OK (no mistakes and no background noises), say Yes.
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 >...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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...
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.
Voice Memo Options To play the voice memos you have recorded: Select Menu > Tools > Voice Memo. Select Review and press 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.
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 Printing Pictures Using PictBridge Settings and Info 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.
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 >...
Assign to assign the picture as a Picture ID, Screen Saver, or Incoming Call. Erase to delete the picture you just took. Order Prints 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.
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:...
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Review Pictures (to go to your phone’s In Phone folder. See “In Phone Folder” on page 136 for details.) Camcorder (to switch to Video mode. See “Recording Videos” on page 138 for details.) Setting the Flash To activate the flash: From camera mode, select Options ( Select Flash and press Select one of the following options and press...
Using the Zoom This feature allows you to zoom in on an object when you take a picture. Depending on your resolution settings, you can adjust the zoom up to four levels. Note: Zooming is unavailable when the image resolution is set to 1.3MP: 1280 x 960 pixels.
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Viewing Your Camera’s Status Area Display Zoom Level Menu Bar Flash Display Image Camera Capture Options Section 2I: Using the Built-in Camera...
Storing Pictures Your phone’s picture storage area is called My Albums. There are two types of folders that can be used separately according to your needs: In Phone Online Albums In Phone Folder Once a picture is taken, it is automatically saved to the In Phone folder.
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 ( ).
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.
Review Album 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 display additional camcorder options: Movie Light to activate the movie light and set it to: Off to turn off the movie light for all movies.
to send via email. Long Video can be recorded until all available memory is used. Review Album to display the videos saved in the In Phone folder. (See “In Phone Folder” on page 136 for details.) Camera Mode to switch to Camera mode. (See “Taking Pictures”...
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Quality to select the video quality setting (Fine, Normal, or Economy). Section 2I: Using the Built-in Camera...
Storing Videos Your phone’s video storage area is called In Phone. There are two types of folders in the In Phone folder that can be used separately according to your needs: In Phone (See “In Phone Folder” on page 136.) Online Albums Sending Sprint PCS Picture Mail Once you’ve taken a picture, you can use the messaging...
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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. If you wish to include a subject, scroll to Subject and select Add ( and select Next ( If you wish to include a text message, scroll to Text and select Add (...
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.
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 137), you picturemail can use your personal computer to manage your pictures.
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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 137 for information about uploading.) To view your online pictures from your phone: Select Menu >...
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...
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Incoming Call 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 146.) Select Options ( To select an option, highlight it and press Copy/Move to copy or move pictures to a selected...
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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 146.) Use your navigation key to select an album (or Inbox). Select Options (right softkey) to display options.
PC. Printing From Your Phone The A900M comes equipped with a built-in camera that allows you to print images directly to a printer using the PictBridge technology. A USB cable must be connected between the two devices before any printing can occur.
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Note: These sizes 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: Default Note: These options may vary and are dependent on the printer’s capabilities.
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 between 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 Status Bar allows you to view the status bar menu icons onscreen when in picture or video mode.
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 –...
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.
Accessing Your Media Player's Channel Listings It's easy to access and view the multimedia Channel Listings on your A900M by Samsung from the phone's main menu. To access your media player and Channel Listings: Select Menu > Media Player. Channel Listing: These include the complimentary...
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.
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.
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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.
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If I place my stereo headphones on and insert them into the phone's headset jack, can I close the flip 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,”...
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,...
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. Press the navigation key up or down to select On and press to enable Bluetooth.
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.
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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 your desired visibility setting and press Always visible to allow other Bluetooth devices to detect and identify your phone.
Bluetooth Profiles All of the Bluetooth settings you configure are stored in your phone’s Bluetooth user profile. Different profiles can be used for specific Bluetooth functions. 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.
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 >...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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...
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 179. Date/Time Replay Erase Cancel Voicemail Options Your phone offers several options for organizing and accessing your voicemail.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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...
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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)
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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...
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 and you are in digital mode). To respond to an incoming call while you’re on a call: Press .
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 the first caller on hold and dials the second number.)
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.
Sprint PCS Vision In This Section Sprint PCS Vision Applications Getting Started With Sprint PCS Vision Accessing Messaging Downloading Premium Services Content Exploring the Web Sprint PCS Vision FAQs Sprint PCS Vision offers easy and amazing data services you will really use. These features – including Sprint TV, messaging, games, downloadable ringers and screen savers, and portable Web access –...
Sprint PCS Vision Applications Here is a brief list of the applications available through your phone. For more information, please see the Sprint PCS Vision User Guide online at Sprint PCS Picture Mail sharp, high-resolution, digital pictures, and take and send short video clips with your phone.
Getting Started With Sprint PCS Vision This section will help you learn the basics of using your Sprint PCS Vision services, including managing your User name, launching a Vision connection, and navigating the Web with your phone. Your User Name When you buy a phone and sign up for service, you're automatically assigned a user name, which is typically based on your name and a number, followed by “@sprint.com.”...
Launching a Sprint PCS Vision Connection To launch a Sprint PCS Vision connection: Select Menu > Web. (Your Sprint PCS Vision connection will open and the Sprint PCS Vision home page will be displayed.) The Sprint PCS Vision Home Page Shortcut: You can also press the navigation key right to launch the Web.
message when you launch the session. Though the browser is open, you are not currently in an active data session—that is, no data is being sent or received. As soon as you navigate to another page, the active session will launch and you will see the “Connecting...”...
Your Sprint PCS Vision connection is dormant (no data is being sent or received). Though not currently active, when dormant the phone can restart an active connection quickly; voice calls can be made and received. Your phone is not currently able to access Sprint PCS Vision service features.
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correspond to the softkey buttons directly below the phone’s display screen. Tip: Depending on which Web sites you visit, the labels on the softkeys may change to indicate their function. To use softkeys: Press the desired softkey button. (If an additional pop-up menu appears when you press the softkey button, select the menu items using your keypad [if they’re numbered] or by highlighting an option and...
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Tip: You’ll find that the left softkey is used primarily for selecting items. This softkey is often labeled “OK.” If the items on a page are numbered, you can use your keypad (number keys) to select an item. (The tenth item in a numbered list may be selected by pressing the 0 key on your phone’s keypad, even though the number 0 doesn’t appear on the screen.)
Sprint PCS Messaging Accessing Messaging Now you can send and receive emails and text messages and participate in Web-based chatrooms right from your phone. Messaging allows you to stay connected to friends, family, and coworkers 24 hours a day anywhere on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network.
For information and instructions about reading, replying to, and composing Sprint PCS Mail, please see the Sprint PCS Vision Guide at www.sprint.com Accessing Additional Email Providers With Sprint PCS Vision, you can use popular email services such as AOL® Mail, Yahoo!® Mail, MSN® Hotmail, and EarthLink®...
Accessing Instant Messaging Sprint PCS Vision also provides you with access to popular instant messaging (IM) clients, including AOL® Instant Messenger , MSN® Messenger, and Yahoo!® Messenger. To access instant messaging clients from your phone: From the Sprint PCS Vision home page, select Messaging >...
Accessing Wireless Chatrooms Sprint PCS Vision gives you the ability to join wireless chatrooms from your phone, to send text messages and icons to chatroom participants, or to launch a one-on-one (private) chatroom. To access a chatroom from the browser: Select Menu >...
Downloading Premium Services Content With Sprint PCS Vision you have access to a dynamic variety of Premium Service content, such as downloadable Games, Ringers, Screen Savers, and other applications. (Additional charges may apply.) The basic steps required to access and download Premium Service content are outlined below.
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Selecting an Item to Download You can search for available items to download in a number of ways: Featured displays a rotating selection of featured items. Categories allows you to narrow your search to a general category, such as Movie/TV Themes for Ringers or College Logos for Screen Savers.
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Select an option to continue: Select Use (left softkey) to assign the downloaded item (or to start, in the case of a game or application). Your Sprint PCS Vision session will end and you will be redirected to the appropriate phone menu screen.
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To download purchased content from My Content Manager: From the My Content Manager display (see above), highlight the item you wish to download and press . (The information page for the selected item will be displayed.) Scroll to highlight Download and press will download automatically.
Exploring the Web With Web access you can browse full-color graphic versions of your favorite Web sites, making it easier than ever to stay informed while on the go. Follow sports scores and breaking news and weather and shop on your phone anywhere on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network.
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Opening the Browser Menu The browser menu may be opened anytime you have an active Sprint PCS Vision session, from any page you are viewing. To open the browser menu: Press the right softkey. (The browser menu will be displayed in a drop-down list.) Options available under the browser menu include: Home.
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Script Log. Displays any scripting errors that have occurred in the browser when accessing the URL. About Browser. Displays technical information about the browser, its version, and the encryption version, and provides links to Certificate Information for the various components. Preferences.
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Deleting a Bookmark To delete a bookmark: Press the right softkey to open the browser menu. Select View Bookmarks. Scroll to highlight the bookmark you’d like to delete and press Options ( Select Delete and press Select OK ( Press to exit pop-up screen.
To restart the Web browser: Press the right softkey to open the browser menu. Select More > Restart Browser. Sprint PCS Vision FAQs How will I know when my phone is ready for Sprint PCS Vision service? Your user name (for example, displayed in the Phone Info.
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When is my data connection active? Your connection is active when data is being transferred. Outgoing calls are allowed; incoming calls go directly to voicemail. When active, the indicator flashes on your phone’s display screen. When is my data connection dormant? If no data is received for 10 seconds, the connection goes dormant.
Sprint Power Vision In This Section Getting to Know Sprint Power Vision Exploring the Sprint Music Store® Personalizing Your Service With On Demand Using Your Phone as a Modem With Sprint Power Vision enjoy the next generation wireless data experience. Sprint Power Vision offers an enhanced, always- on experience, including rich, clear video and audio clips (up to five minutes in length), live interactive 3-D games, and Broadband-like download speeds.
Sprint PCS Vision phones, such as access to the Sprint Music Store and On Demand. Note: The A900M's data services work anywhere on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. These services will perform at enhanced speeds and with improved quality in areas with high-speed data coverage.
Exploring the Sprint Music Store® Your Sprint Power Vision service allows you to access the Sprint Music Store, an online music distribution site that lets you purchase and download digital music files to play on your Sprint Power Vision phone. Accessing the Sprint Music Store You can access the Sprint Music Store right from your phone’s main menu, anywhere on the Nationwide Sprint PCS...
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When you purchase and download a music file from the Sprint Music Store, you get two versions of the song: one to download and play on your A900M (file type: AAC+), and another to download from (file type: WMA). The AAC+ files downloaded to your phone .
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can only be played on your phone and on your account, and once they have been downloaded, they cannot be downloaded again without being repurchased. Sprint recommends you back up your AAC+ music files to your PC so you may access the files in case your memory is damaged.
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To listen to a playlist, select it and press the playlist, then press from the selected song. (You can also highlight the playlist and use the softkey menu to begin listening.) For more information about using the Sprint Music Store, visit the Sprint Web site at again to begin playing www.sprint.com/musicstore...
Personalizing Your Service With On Demand The On Demand feature from Sprint Power Vision makes it easier than ever to retrieve the most popular Web information and categories instantly. On Demand uses the ZIP code you provide to customize the content it retrieves to your area, so you can get the information you want, when you want it.
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To access News information using On Demand: Select Menu > On Demand. (The On Demand menu screen will be displayed.) From the On Demand menu screen, highlight a category (in this case, News) and press Depending on which category you select, you will see a menu with additional options.
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From the Movie Title display, select an option and follow the onscreen instructions. Options available may include: Date to select a date for the movie. Details to view the movie’s details, which may include cast, running time, plot synopsis, MPAA rating, reviews, etc.
Using Your Phone as a Modem Your phone's data capabilities enable you to use your phone's high-speed data connection as a modem for your desktop or laptop PC. You'll be able to send and receive email, browse the Internet, and access your company's network anywhere on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network.
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Once the connection is established, launch an Internet session, check your email, or do anything else you would do using a traditional data connection. When you’re ready to terminate the data connection, double-click the Sprint PCS Connection Manager icon in the system tray, and then click Disconnect to end the session.
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 –...
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.
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.
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,”...
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,”...
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.
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.
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).
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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.
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.
Radiofrequency (RF) Energy Understanding How Your Phone Operates Your phone is basically a radio transmitter and receiver. When it’s turned on, it receives and transmits radio frequency (RF) signals. When you use your phone, the system handling your call controls the power level. This power can range from 0.006 watts to 0.2 watts in digital mode.
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 A900M are: CDMA mode (Part 22): Head: 0.920 W/kg; Body-worn: 0.687 W/kg PCS mode (Part 24): Head: 0.656 W/kg;...
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.
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Section 4A: Important Safety Information...
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...
(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.
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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...
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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...
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Key Tones 50 Location Settings 57 Lock Code Changing 74 Locking Your Phone 72 Making Calls 32 Media Player 153–159 Playing Video and Audio Clips 156 Memo Pad 107 Menu Style 55 Messaging Deleting Old Messages 58 Setting Alerts 58 Signature 59 Modem Using your phone as a...
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Security 71–78 Security Menu 72 Silence All 52 SMS Text Messaging 181–183 SMS Voice Messaging 184– Software Updating 62 Special Numbers 75 Speed Dialing 42 Assigning Numbers 97 Sprint Customer Service 7 Sprint PCS Mail 199 Sprint PCS Picture Mail Downloading Pictures 147 Password 131 Sending 142–144...
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