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KATANA
TM
by Sanyo
®
Copyright © 2006 Sanyo Electric Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. No
reproduction in whole or in part without prior written approval. Sanyo is a
registered trademark of Sanyo Electric Co., Ltd. All other trademarks are the
property of their respective owners.

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  • Page 1 ® Copyright © 2006 Sanyo Electric Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. No reproduction in whole or in part without prior written approval. Sanyo is a registered trademark of Sanyo Electric Co., Ltd. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ........i Your Phone’s Menu .
  • Page 3 Erasing Phone Content ........76 Resetting the Browser .
  • Page 4 2G. Using the Phone’s Calendar and Tools ....102 Using Your Phone’s Calendar ....... .103 Using the Call Alarm Feature .
  • Page 5 3B. Data Services ........167 Data Services Applications ........168 Getting Started With Data Services .
  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction This Phone Guide introduces you to wireless 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: Wireless 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.The Table of Contents and Index will also help you quickly locate...
  • Page 8: Your Phone's Menu

    Your Phone’s Menu The following list outlines your phone’s list menu structure. (See page 67 for setting the main menu style.) For more information about using your phone’s menus, see “Navigating Through Phone Menus” on page 20. 1: Missed Alerts 2: Call History 1: Outgoing 2: Incoming...
  • Page 9 5: My Content 1: Games 2: Ringers 3: Screen Savers 4: Applications 5: Dynamic 1-11 (If Applicable) 6: Others (If Applicable) 6: Pictures 1: Camera 2: My Pictures 1: In Camera 2: Saved to Ph. 3: Online Albums 4: Settings & Info 1: Auto Delete 2: Account Info 7: Web...
  • Page 10 9: Settings 1: Sounds 1: Ringer/Key Vol. 1: Ringer Volume 2: Calendar/Alarm 3: Start-up/Pw-off 4: Key Beep 2: Ringer Type 1: Voice Calls 2: Voicemail 3: Messaging 4: Calendar/Alarm 3: Vibrate Pattern 1: Voice Calls 2: Voicemail 3: Messaging 4: Calendar/Alarm 4: Alerts 1: Service 2: Voicemail...
  • Page 11 6: Screen Saver 1: Main LCD 2: Sub LCD 7: Clock/Calendar 1: Main LCD 2: Sub LCD 8: Others 1: Font Size 2: Match Area Code 3: Return to Idle 4: Sleep Mode 3: Web Enable Web (sign-out state)/Disable Web (sign-in state) 2: Net Guard 3: Update Profile 4: Location...
  • Page 12 3: Erase/Reset 1: Erase Ph. Book 2: Erase My Content 3: Erase Pictures 4: Erase VoiceMemo 5: Erase Voice Tag 6: Erase Messages 7: Reset Browser 8: Reset Favorites 9: Default Settings 0: Reset Phone 4: Others 1: Change Lock 2: Limit Use 3: Special #s 4: Found Me...
  • Page 13 10: Side Key Guard 11: Set Time/Date 12: Language 1: English 2: Español 0: Phone Info 1: Phone#/User ID 2: Icon Glossary 3: Version 4: Advanced...
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  • Page 15: Section 1: Getting Started

    Section 1 Getting Started...
  • Page 16: Setting Up Service

    Section 1A Setting Up Service In This Section Getting Started (page 3) Setting Up Your Voicemail (page 4) Getting Help (page 5) 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, and contact your service provider for assistance with your wireless service.
  • Page 17: Getting Started

    Getting Started Unlocking Your Phone To unlock your phone, follow these easy steps: Press to turn the phone on. Press Unlock (left softkey). Note: To select a softkey, press the softkey button directly below the softkey text that appears at the bottom left and bottom right of your phone’s display screen. Softkey actions change according to the screen you’re viewing and will not appear if there is no corresponding action available.
  • Page 18: 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.
  • Page 19: Getting Help

    Getting Help Directory Assistance Call and you’ll have access to a variety of services and information, including residential, business, and government listings.There is a per-call charge to use Directory Assistance, and you will be billed for airtime. To call Directory Assistance: Press Operator Services Operator Services provides assistance when placing collect calls or when...
  • Page 21: Section 2: Your Phone

    Section 2 Your Phone...
  • Page 22: Your Phone: The Basics

    Section 2A Your Phone: The Basics In This Section Front View of Your Phone (page 9) Viewing the Display Screen (page 13) Features of Your Phone (page 15) Turning Your Phone On and Off (page 16) Using Your Phone’s Battery and Charger (page 17) Navigating Through Phone Menus (page 20) Displaying Your Phone Number (page 21) Making and Answering Calls (page 22)
  • Page 23: Front View Of Your Phone

    Front View of Your Phone 1. Earpiece 2. Signal Strength 20. Battery Strength Indicator Indicator 3. Main LCD (display) 4. Side Volume 19. Side Camera Key 5. Navigation Key 6. Softkey (left) 18. Softkey (right) 7. Camera Key 17. BACK Key 8.
  • Page 24: Key Functions

    Key Functions Earpiece lets you hear the caller and automated prompts. Signal Strength Indicator represents the signal strength by displaying bars.The more bars displayed, the better the signal strength. Main LCD (display) displays all the information needed to operate your phone, such as the call status, the Contacts list, the date and time, and the signal and battery strength.
  • Page 25 Microphone allows other callers to hear you clearly when you are speaking to them. Internal Antenna facilitates reception and transmission.To maximize call performance, do not obstruct the internal antenna area. (See page 22.) Monaural Headset Jack allows you to plug in an optional monaural headset for convenient, hands-free conversations.
  • Page 26 Sub LCD lets you monitor the phone’s status and see who’s calling without opening the phone. LED Indicator shows your phone’s connection status at a glance. Battery powers your phone (Lithium-Ion [Li-Ion] battery included). See page 19 for details on charging and recharging. Speaker lets you hear the different ringers and sounds.You can mute the ringer when receiving incoming calls by pressing , or any...
  • Page 27: Viewing The Display Screen

    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 >...
  • Page 28 indicates the phone is discoverable by another Bluetooth device. indicates the phone is communicating with a Bluetooth device. indicates your access to a secure site. indicates the battery charge level.The more black you see, the more power you have left. (The icon is animated while the battery is charging.) indicates your battery is charging in “Power Off”...
  • Page 29: Features Of Your Phone

    Features of Your Phone Congratulations on the purchase of your phone.The KATANA™ by Sanyo 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 numbers where you can find out more:...
  • Page 30: Turning Your Phone On And Off

    The built-in Bluetooth technology allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices to share information more easily than ever before. Turning Your Phone On and Off Turning Your Phone On To turn your phone on: Press 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 31: Using Your Phone's Battery And Charger

    Using Your Phone’s Battery and Charger WARNING: Use only manufacturer-approved batteries and chargers with your phone. The failure to use a 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 32: Installing The Battery

    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 the battery 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.
  • Page 33: Charging The Battery

    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 34: 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.You can change your phone’s main menu style.
  • Page 35: Backing Up Within A Menu

    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 >...
  • Page 36: Making And Answering Calls

    Making and Answering Calls Holding Your Phone To maximize performance, do not obstruct the bottom portion of your phone where the internal antenna is located while using the phone. Correct Incorrect Internal Antenna Making Calls Placing a call from your phone is as easy as making a call from any landline phone.
  • Page 37 Tip: When making calls off th enetwork available to you, always dial using 11 digits (1 + area code + phone number). You can also place calls from your phone by speed dialing numbers from your Contacts (page 37), by using your Call History listings (page 88), and by using Voice-Activated Dialing (page 116).
  • Page 38: Dialing Options

    Dialing Options Dialing options are displayed when you press Options (right softkey) after entering numbers in the phone’s standby mode.To select an option, highlight it and press Abbrev. Dial to dial the phone number in your Contacts list that ends with the digits you entered. (See “Using Abbreviated Dialing” on page 38.) Call to dial the phone number.
  • Page 39: Answering Calls

    Answering Calls To answer an incoming call with the phone open: 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 40: Answering A Roam Call With Call Guard Enabled

    When receiving a call, the following options are also displayed by pressing Options (right softkey).To select an option, highlight it and press Call Guard to answer the call when you are in roaming mode. (See “Using Call Guard” on page 84.) Answer or Answer:Speaker to answer the call.
  • Page 41 Setting Answer on Hold This feature allows you to hold an incoming call when you cannot answer immediately. To set Answer on Hold: When you receive an incoming call, press Options (right softkey) > Answer on Hold. (The caller hears a message to wait for you to answer.
  • Page 42: Using The Speakerphone

    Using the Speakerphone The speakerphone feature lets you hear audio through the speaker and talk without holding the phone.When the speakerphone is activated, use the Side Volume key ( ) to adjust the volume. To turn the speakerphone on during a call: Press –...
  • Page 43: Adjusting Volume During A Conversation

    Adjusting Volume During a Conversation When you need to adjust the receiver volume during a conversation, use the Side Volume key, or press the navigation key up or down while a call is in progress. Muting a Call There are times when it’s necessary to mute a call so that your caller does not hear you or certain background noises.
  • Page 44: Calling Emergency Numbers

    Calling Emergency Numbers You can place calls to 911 (dial ), even if your WXYZ phone is locked or your account is restricted. Note: When you place an emergency call, your phone automatically enters Emergency mode. During the call press Options (right softkey) to display your options. To select an option, highlight it and press Speaker On to activate speakerphone mode.
  • Page 45 To select Emergency mode options: Press to end a 911 call. Press Options (right softkey) and select an option from the following. Call 911 to call 911. Call 911: Speaker to call 911 in speakerphone mode. Exit Emergency to exit Emergency mode. Section 2A: Your Phone –...
  • Page 46: In-Call Options

    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, highlight it and press .The following options are available through the Options menu: Flash to answer an incoming Call Waiting call or to connect a third party during Three-Way Calling.
  • Page 47: Transfer Audio

    Transfer Audio The transfer audio function lets you switch the call from your phone to a hands-free device without disconnecting the call. To transfer audio during a call: Press repeatedly to switch between different audio modes. – or – Press Options (right softkey) > Transfer Audio, and then select the desired audio device.
  • Page 48: Saving A Phone Number

    Saving a Phone Number Your phone can store up to 700 phone numbers in up to 500 Contacts entries. (An entry may contain up to seven numbers.) Each entry’s name can contain 32 characters.Your phone automatically sorts the Contacts entries alphabetically.
  • Page 49: 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 2-Sec.
  • Page 50: Plus Code Dialing

    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 made from the United States). (This feature is subject to network availability.) To make a call using Plus Code Dialing: Press and hold until a “+”...
  • Page 51: Using Speed Dialing

    Using Speed Dialing With this feature, you can dial your favorite entries using one keypress for locations 2–9. (See “Assigning Speed Dial Numbers” on page 98.) To use speed dial for voice calls: From standby mode, press and hold the appropriate key for approximately two seconds.
  • Page 52: Using Abbreviated Dialing

    Using Abbreviated Dialing Abbreviated Dialing is similar to speed dialing.You can use either of the following abbreviated dialing features. Ph.Book Match allows you to retrieve any desired number saved in your Contacts by entering only the last three to six digits of the number, and dials the retrieved number.
  • Page 53 To place a call using Prepend Abbreviated Dialing: Enter the last four or five digits of your desired number. Press Note: When Prepend is set to Enable and Ph.Book Match is set to Disable, you can display the 10-digit number (including the predefined prepend number) by entering the last four or five digits of the number.
  • Page 54: 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 SMS Text Messaging). To change the character input mode: When you display a screen where you can enter text, press Mode (right softkey) to change the character input mode.
  • Page 55: Entering Characters Using T9 Text Input

    Select Text to select stored text for copying or cutting. Add Word to store words that you use frequently. (See page 42.) Note: Preset Messages, Recent Messages, and Emoticons are available only when composing messages. Tip: When entering text, press to change letter capitalization.
  • Page 56 Adding a Word to the T9 Database If a word you want to enter is not displayed as an option when you are using T9 Text Input, you can add it to the database. To add a word to the T9 Text Input database: Select the Add Word input mode.
  • Page 57: Setting The Default Input Mode

    Customizing the T9 Settings To customize the T9 Settings: Select > Settings > Others > Text Entry > T9 Settings. Select an option and press Predict. Text Mode to allow T9 text input to recognize words you have added to the T9 database. Word Choice List to display the word choice list.
  • Page 58 Entering Characters by Using Alphabet Mode To enter characters by using Alphabet mode (multi-tap text entry): Select the Alphabet mode. (See “Selecting a Character Input Mode” on page 40.) Press the corresponding keys repeatedly until the desired letter appears. (For example, to enter the word “Bill,” press twice, three times, three times, and then press...
  • Page 59: Controlling Your Phone's Settings

    Section 2B Controlling Your Phone’s Settings In This Section Sound Settings (page 46) Display Settings (page 52) Location Settings (page 57) Messaging Settings (page 58) Airplane Mode (page 61) TTY Use (page 62) Phone Setup Options (page 64) 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 60: 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 61: Selecting A Tone Length

    Selecting Ringer Types for Voicemail, Messaging, or Calendar/Alarm To select a ringer type for voicemail, messaging, or calendar/alarm: Select > Settings > Sounds > Ringer Type. Select Voicemail, Messaging, or Calendar/Alarm. Press , and then use your navigation key to scroll through the available ringers.
  • Page 62: Using Voice Prompt

    Setting a Start-up/Power-off Tone To set a start-up/power-off tone: Select > Settings > Sounds > Others. Select Start-up Tone or Power-off Tone. Scroll to select a tone and press Using Voice Prompt This feature allows you to hear voice prompts at Voice Memo, Screen Call setting, etc.
  • Page 63: 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 your phone’s volume settings: Select > Settings > Sounds > Ringer/Key Vol. Select Ringer Volume, Calendar/Alarm, Start-up/Pw-off, or Key Beep. Using the navigation key, choose a volume level and press To adjust the earpiece or speaker volume: Select...
  • Page 64: 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 or when a call has been connected. To set alerts: Select > Settings > Sounds > Alerts. Select an option and press Service sets an alert to notify you of network services parameter changes.
  • Page 65: Silence All

    Silence All There may be times when you need to silence your phone entirely.The phone’s Silence All option allows you to mute all sounds without turning your phone off. To activate Silence All: With the phone open, press the Side Volume key down repeatedly in standby mode.
  • Page 66: Display Settings

    Display Settings Changing the Text Greeting The text greeting can be up to 15 characters and is displayed on your phone’s screen in standby mode.You may choose to keep the phone’s default greeting, or you may enter your own custom greeting. To display or change your greeting: Select >...
  • Page 67: Changing The Display Screen Animation

    Changing the Display Screen Animation Your new phone offers options for what you see on the display screen during various phone functions. To change the animation display: Select > Settings > Display > Animation. Select Standby, Outgoing Calls, or Service Search. (Select Set if you have selected Standby.) Select an option (Preset, My Content, Get New, or Off) and press...
  • Page 68: Changing The Display For Area Name

    Changing the Display for Area Name This feature enables you to show the area of the phone number you are calling or are called from when the number is not registered in your Contacts list. For example, a call to or from 213-555-5555 will display “California.” To set your area name display: Select >...
  • Page 69: Changing The Screen Saver

    Changing the Screen Saver Your new phone offers you the option of displaying a screen saver while in standby mode. To change the screen saver: Select > Settings > Display > Screen Saver. Select Main LCD or Sub LCD. Select an option (Preset, My Content, Get New, In Camera, Saved to Phone, or Off) and press Select the desired screen saver and press OK (left softkey).
  • Page 70: Setting Return To Standby Mode

    Setting Return to Standby Mode This feature allows you to select the way to return to standby mode. To set this feature: Select > Settings > Display > Others > Return to Idle. A message appears. Press OK (left softkey) to continue. Select Automatically or End Key.
  • Page 71: Location Settings

    Location Settings Your phone is equipped with a Location feature for use in connection with location-based services. The Location feature allows the network to detect your position.Turning Location off will hide your location from everyone except 911. Note: Turning Location on will allow the network to detect your position using GPS technology, making some applications and services easier to use.Turning Location off will disable the GPS location function for all purposes except 911,but will not hide your general location based on the cell site serving your call.No application or service may use your location without your...
  • Page 72: 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 messages. (For more information, see “Using SMS Text Messaging” on page 160 and “Accessing Messaging” on page 174.) 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...
  • Page 73: Managing Preset Messages

    Managing Preset Messages Your phone is loaded with 20 preset messages each in English and Spanish to help make sending text messages faster and easier.These messages, such as “Where are you?,”“Let’s get lunch,” and “Meet me at,” can be customized or deleted to suit your needs. To edit a preset message: Select >...
  • Page 74: Setting A Callback Number

    Setting a Callback Number With this feature, you can notify your recipients of your callback number with a text message. To set the callback number: Select > Settings > Messaging > Send Callback#. Press , and then select an option from the following and press None to send no callback number.
  • Page 75: Airplane Mode

    Setting Drafts Alert Drafts Alert gives you a reminder when you have unsent messages waiting in the drafts folder. To set Drafts Alert: Select > Settings > Messaging > Drafts Alert. Select On. Airplane Mode Airplane Mode allows you to use many of your phone’s features, such as Games and Voice Memos, when you are in an airplane or in any other area where making or receiving calls or data is prohibited.When your phone is in Airplane Mode, it cannot send or receive any calls or access online...
  • Page 76: Tty Use

    TTY Use 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. Please check with the manufacturer of your TTY device to ensure that it supports digital wireless transmission.Your phone and TTY device will connect via a special cable that plugs into your phone’s headset jack.
  • Page 77 To turn TTY mode on or off: Select > Settings > Others > TTY. (An informational message is displayed.) Press OK to continue. Select Enable to turn TTY mode on. – or – Select Disable to turn TTY mode off. Note: In TTY mode, your phone will display the TTY access icon ( Note:...
  • Page 78: Phone Setup Options

    Phone Setup Options Shortcut (My Favorites) Your phone offers you the option of assigning a shortcut key to a favorite or often-used function. Pressing Favorites (left softkey) in standby mode will launch your personally designated shortcut. To assign your shortcut key: Press Favorites (left softkey) to display the My Favorites list.
  • Page 79: Display Language

    Auto-Answer Mode You may set your phone to automatically pick up incoming calls when connected to an optional hands-free device. To set Auto-Answer mode: Select > Settings > Others > Auto Answer. To select an option, highlight it and press Hands-free to answer calls automatically when the phone is connected to a hands-free device (sold separately).
  • Page 80: Setting Any Key Answer

    Setting Any Key Answer This feature allows you to answer incoming calls by pressing any key (except , softkeys, and side keys). To turn Any Key Answer on or off: Select > Settings > Others > Any Key Answer. Select On or Off. Setting the Open/Close Flip Option This feature enables you to answer an incoming call by opening the phone or to end a call by closing the phone.
  • Page 81: Setting The Side Key Guard

    Changing the Phone’s Menu Style Your phone allows you to choose how the main menu appears on your display screen. To change the main menu style: Press to access the main menu, and then press Options (right softkey) > Change View. Select either Grid View or List View.
  • Page 82: Setting Text Entry Options

    Setting Text Entry Options To set your text entry options: Select > Settings > Others > Text Entry. Select an option and press Auto-Capital to turn auto-capitalization on or off. My Words to add a word to or edit a word in the T9 database (see page 42).
  • Page 83: Setting Headset Mode

    Select Prepend#. Enter a five- or six-digit number and press or OK (left softkey). To deactivate this feature, select Disable during step 3 above. Tip: To use the above features,see “Using Abbreviated Dialing”on page 38. Note: This setting does not apply to 911 or Directory Assistance. Setting Headset Mode This feature allows you hands-free phone use.
  • Page 84: Setting Your Phone's Security

    Section 2C Setting Your Phone’s Security In This Section Accessing the Security Menu (page 71) Using Your Phone’s Lock Feature (page 71) Restricting Calls (page 74) Using Special Numbers (page 75) Erasing Phone Content (page 76) Resetting the Browser (page 77) Resetting Favorites (page 77) Resetting Your Phone (page 78) Resetting Your Picture Messaging Account (page 78)
  • Page 85: 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 > 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 your wireless phone number or try 0000.
  • Page 86: Changing The Lock Code

    Unlocking Your Phone To unlock your phone: From standby mode, press Unlock (left softkey). Enter your lock code. Changing the Lock Code To change your lock code: Select > Settings > Security, and then enter your lock code. (The Security menu is displayed.) Select Others >...
  • Page 87: Lock Services

    Lock Services With this feature, you can choose to restrict access to data services services, and incoming and outgoing voice calls. To activate lock services: From the Security Menu, select Others > Lock Services. Select Voice Calls or Web. Select Locked. (Select Unlocked to deactivate this feature.) Calling in Lock Mode When your phone is locked, you can make calls to 911 or special numbers.
  • Page 88: Restricting Calls

    Restricting Calls There may be occasions when you want to limit the numbers your phone can call or from which it can receive calls.You can use the Restrict Calls setting to do just that. (The Restrict Calls setting does not apply to 911.) To restrict calls: Select >...
  • Page 89: Using Special Numbers

    Using Special Numbers Special numbers are important numbers that you have designated as being “always available.” You can call and receive calls from special numbers even if your phone is locked. You can save up to three special numbers in addition to your Contacts entries.
  • Page 90: Erasing Phone Content

    Erasing Phone Content You can quickly and easily erase all the content that you have created. To erase phone content: Select > Settings > Security, and then enter your lock code. (The Security menu is displayed.) Select Erase/Reset, and then select the item from the following and press Erase Ph.
  • Page 91: Resetting The Browser

    Resetting the Browser This option resets your Web browser’s history, bookmarks, cookies, auto-complete text, and URLs. To reset the browser: Select > Settings > Security, and then enter your lock code. (The Security menu is displayed.) Select Erase/Reset > Reset Browser. If you are certain you would like to reset , press OK (left softkey), and then select Yes.
  • Page 92: Resetting Your Phone

    Resetting Your Phone Resetting the phone restores all the factory defaults, including the ringer types and display settings.This option will also erase the Contacts, Call History, Calendar, and Messaging. To reset your phone: Select > Settings > Security, and then enter your lock code. (The Security menu is displayed.) Select Erase/Reset >...
  • Page 93: Resetting Default Settings

    Resetting Default Settings Resetting the default settings restores all the factory defaults, including the ringer types and display settings.The Contacts, Call History, Calendar, and Messaging are not affected. To reset default settings: Select > Settings > Security, and then enter your lock code. (The Security menu is displayed.) Select Erase/Reset >...
  • Page 94: Security Features For Data Services

    Security Features for Data Services Enabling and Disabling Data Services You can disable data services without turning off your phone; however, you will not have access to all data services, including Web and messaging. Disabling data services will avoid any charges associated with these services.While signed out, you can still place or receive phone calls, check voicemail, and use other voice services.You may enable data services again at any time.
  • Page 95: Controlling Your Roaming Experience

    Using Data Roam Guard (page 85) Roaming is the ability to make or receive calls when you’re off the network available to you. Your new KATANA by Sanyo works anywhere on the network available to you and allows you to roam on 1900 and 800 MHz digital networks.
  • Page 96: 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 network available to you.Any time you are roaming, the phone displays the roaming icon ( Tip: Remember, when you are using your phone off the network available to you, always dial numbers using 11 digits (1 + area code + number).
  • Page 97: 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 phone to control your roaming experience.
  • Page 98: Using Call Guard

    Using Call Guard Your phone has two ways of alerting you when you are roaming off the network available to you: 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 99: Using Data Roam Guard

    Note: If the Call Guard feature is set to On , you need to take extra steps to make and receive roaming calls. Using Data Roam Guard You can set your phone to alert you when you are roaming off the network available to you and try to use data services such as messaging.
  • Page 100: Managing Call History

    Section 2E Managing Call History In This Section Viewing History (page 87) Call History Options (page 88) Making a Call From Call History (page 88) Saving a Phone Number From Call History (page 89) Prepending a Phone Number From Call History (page 90) Erasing Call History (page 90) The Call History keeps track of incoming calls, calls made from your phone, and missed calls.
  • Page 101: 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 top of the list and the oldest entries are removed from the bottom of the list.
  • Page 102: Call History Options

    Call History Options For additional information about and options for a particular call, highlight a Call History entry and press .This feature 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 103: Saving A Phone Number From Call History

    Note: You cannot make calls from Call History to entries identified as No ID or Restricted . Saving a Phone Number From Call History Your phone can store up to 700 phone numbers in up to 500 Contacts entries. (An entry may contain up to seven numbers.) Each entry’s name can contain 32 characters.
  • Page 104: 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 and press Options (right softkey).
  • Page 105: Using Contacts

    Section 2F Using Contacts In This Section Adding a New Contacts Entry (page 92) Assigning a Group Entry (page 93) Finding Contacts Entries (page 94) Contacts List Options (page 95) Contacts Entry Options (page 96) Adding a Phone Number to a Contacts Entry (page 97) Editing a Contacts Entry (page 97) Assigning Speed Dial Numbers (page 98) Erasing a Contacts Entry From the List (page 99)
  • Page 106: Adding A New Contacts Entry

    Adding a New Contacts Entry Your phone can store up to 700 phone numbers in up to 500 Contacts entries. (An entry may contain up to seven numbers.) Each entry’s name can contain 32 characters. To add a new entry: Select >...
  • Page 107: Assigning A Group Entry

    Assigning a Group Entry Your phone can create up to 20 separate group lists. By assigning a contact to a group, you can search easily using a user-defined group name. To add a group name: Select > Contacts > Group. Select an unassigned number and press Edit (right softkey).
  • Page 108: Finding Contacts Entries

    Finding Contacts Entries There are several ways to display your Contacts entries: by name, by speed dial number, and by group. Follow the steps outlined in the sections below to display entries from the Contacts menu. Finding Names To find Contacts entries by name: Select >...
  • Page 109: Finding Group Entries

    Finding Group Entries To find entries designated as part of a group: Select > Contacts > Find/Add Entry. Press the navigation key up to select All Entries field. Press the navigation key right or left to navigate through the group to find the desired entry.
  • Page 110: Contacts Entry Options

    Contacts Entry Options To access a Contacts entry’s options, highlight an entry and press Then select a phone number and press Options (right softkey).To select an option, highlight it and press Edit to edit the selected entry. Call to dial the selected number. Call:Speaker On to dial the phone number in speakerphone mode.
  • Page 111: Adding A Phone Number To A Contacts Entry

    Adding a Phone Number to a Contacts Entry To add a phone number to an entry: From standby mode, press Contacts (right softkey). Scroll to the entry you wish to add a phone number to and press Select a phone number, and then press Options (right softkey) > Edit.
  • Page 112: Assigning Speed Dial Numbers

    Assigning Speed Dial Numbers With this feature you can dial Contacts directory entries with one keypress for locations 2–9. For details on how to make calls using speed dial numbers, see “Using Speed Dialing” on page 37. To assign a speed dial number: Select >...
  • Page 113: Erasing A Contacts Entry From The List

    Erasing a Contacts Entry From the List To erase a selected entry: From standby mode, press Contacts (right softkey). Scroll to the entry you wish to delete by using the navigation key. Press Options (right softkey) > Erase Contact > Yes. Assigning an Image to a Contacts Entry You can assign an image to a Contacts entry.The image is displayed when the entry calls you.
  • Page 114: Selecting A Ringer Type For An Entry

    Selecting a Ringer Type for an Entry You can assign a ringer type to a Contacts entry so you can identify the caller by the ringer type. (See “Ringer Types” on page 46.) To select a ringer type for an entry: From standby mode, press Contacts (right softkey).
  • Page 115: Secret Contacts Entries

    Secret Contacts Entries You can hide an entry’s phone number(s) and require your lock code to edit the entry by making it secret.The entry name is still displayed, but the entry’s phone numbers are replaced with “<Secret>.” To make an entry secret: From standby mode, press Contacts (right softkey).
  • Page 116: Using The Phone's Calendar And Tools

    Section 2G Using the Phone’s Calendar and Tools In This Section Using Your Phone’s Calendar (page 103) Using the Call Alarm Feature (page 106) Using the To Do List Items (page 108) Using Your Phone’s Tools (page 109) Personal Information Management (page 114) Your phone is equipped with several personal information management features that help you manage your busy lifestyle.
  • Page 117: Using Your Phone's Calendar

    Using Your Phone’s Calendar Adding an Event to the Calendar Your Calendar helps organize your time and reminds you of important events (up to 100 events). To add an event: Select > Tools > Calendar and select the day to which you want to add an event.
  • Page 118: Event Alerts

    Event Alerts There are several ways your phone alerts you to scheduled events: By playing the alert tone (depending on the ringer type and ringer volume setting). By blinking the LED. By displaying the event’s description on the Main LCD or Sub LCD. By lighting the LCD backlight (depending on the backlight setting).
  • Page 119: Going To A Specified Date

    Going to a Specified Date To use the Calendar menu to get to a specified date: Select > Tools > Calendar > Options (right softkey) > Go to Date. Enter the date you wish to go to using the navigation key and/or the keypad and press Erasing a Day’s Events To erase a day’s scheduled events:...
  • Page 120: Using The Call Alarm Feature

    Using the Call Alarm Feature Adding a Call Alarm to the Calendar You can set call alarms to notify you when you need to place a call.The call alarm will let you know when and to whom to place a scheduled call.You can set up to 15 call alarms.
  • Page 121: Call Alarm Menu

    Call Alarm Menu When your phone is turned on and you have scheduled a call alarm, your phone alerts you and displays the name or phone number you wish to call. To respond to a call alarm: Press to dial the phone number (if applicable).
  • Page 122: Using The To Do List Items

    Using the To Do List Items Adding To Do List Items Your phone can store and manage up to 20 To Do List items. To add an item to your To Do List: Select > Tools > Calendar > Options (right softkey). Select To Do List >...
  • Page 123: Using Your Phone's Tools

    Using Your Phone’s Tools In addition to helping you to be more efficient and organized, your phone offers useful and entertaining tools. Using the Alarm Clock Your phone comes with a built-in alarm clock with multiple alarm capabilities. To use the alarm clock: Select >...
  • Page 124: Using The Stopwatch

    To stop the alarm: Press any key to stop the alarm. (The alarm will stop and then sound again after the selected snooze interval.) Press and hold the side camera key to cancel the snooze setting. Press Dismiss (right softkey) to dismiss the alarm. Note: In a no-service area , it’s necessary to set the actual time and date to use the Alarm Clock function after removing and installing your battery.
  • Page 125: Using The Countdown Timer

    Using the Countdown Timer This feature allows you to use the countdown timer with alarm capabilities. You can set up to five timers. To use the countdown timer: Select > Tools > Countdown. Select a number and the following items. Description to enter a description of the countdown (up to 14 characters).
  • Page 126: Using The Calculator

    Using the Calculator Your phone comes with a built-in calculator. To use the calculator: Select > Tools > Calculator. Enter numbers using your keypad. Press the appropriate navigation key to perform a calculation (Up for addition, Down for subtraction, Left for multiplication, Right for division).
  • Page 127: Updating Your Phone

    Updating Your Phone The update phone software option allows you to download and update the software in your phone over the air. Only the internal software is updated; no Contacts entries or other information saved to your phone will be deleted. To update your phone through the Tools menu: Select >...
  • Page 128: Personal Information Management

    Personal Information Management Displaying Your User Address To display the phone’s current user address: Select > Settings > Phone Info > Phone#/User ID. Finding Icon Definitions To view an explanation of icons that appear on the display: Select > Settings > Phone Info > Icon Glossary. Select the item for which you want to see the explanation and press .
  • Page 129: Using Your Phone's Voice Services

    Section 2H Using Your Phone’s Voice Services In This Section Using Voice-Activated Dialing (page 116) Managing Voice Memos (page 118) Setting Up Screen Call (page 120) Your phone’s Voice Services let you place calls using your voice, store voice reminders, and record memos right on your phone. This section includes easy-to-follow instructions on using voice- activated dialing and managing voice memos.
  • Page 130: Using Voice-Activated Dialing

    Using Voice-Activated Dialing Your KATANA by Sanyo enables you to use a voice dial tag to automatically dial a phone number in your Contacts. (A voice dial tag is a command you record and use to place calls without using the keypad.) Your phone can store up to 30 voice dial tags.
  • Page 131: Voice Tag Options

    Voice Tag Options To display voice tag options: From standby mode, press Contacts (right softkey). Select a contact and press Press Options (right softkey) > Set Voice Tag. Select an option from the following. Play to play the recorded voice tag. Play:Speaker to play the recorded voice tag in speakerphone mode.
  • Page 132: 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 > Tools > Voice Services > Voice Memo > Record or Record:Speaker.
  • Page 133: Reviewing Voice Memos

    Reviewing Voice Memos To play the voice memos you have recorded: Select > Tools > Voice Services > Voice Memo > Play or Play:Speaker. Select a memo from the list and press – or – If you want to play all memos continuously, select All. Press to stop playing.
  • Page 134: Setting Up Screen Call

    Setting Up Screen Call This feature enables you to screen incoming calls by using a recorded announcement, either one that is prerecorded or one that you record.You can also record the caller’s message into the Voice Memo list. Activating Screen Call To start Screen Call when you have incoming calls: When the phone rings or vibrates, press Options (right softkey) >...
  • Page 135: Recording A Customized Announcement

    Recording Your Name for a Prerecorded Announcement You can use a prerecorded announcement with or without your name. If you record your name, your phone adds your name to the prerecorded message to announce that you are not available to answer calls. To record your name: Select >...
  • Page 136: Reviewing An Announcement

    Reviewing an Announcement To review an announcement: Select > Tools > Voice Services > Screen Call > Announcement. Select Pre-Recorded or Custom and press Edit (right softkey) > Play or Play:Speaker. Erasing an Announcement To erase an announcement: Select > Tools > Voice Services > Screen Call > Announcement.
  • Page 137: Using Your Phone's Built-In Camera

    Section 2I Using Your Phone’s Built-in Camera In This Section Taking Pictures (page 124) Using the Settings & Info Menu (page 130) Storing Pictures (page 132) Sending Pictures (page 135) Managing Pictures (page 137) 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 138: 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: Select >...
  • Page 139 Details/Edit to edit or display details relating to your pictures. Delete to delete the picture you just took. Pictures In Camera to go to the In Camera folder to review your saved pictures. To take a picture with the phone closed: Press and hold the side camera key to activate camera mode.
  • Page 140: Creating Your Picture Messaging Password

    Creating Your Picture Messaging Password The first time you use any of the picture management options involving the picture messaging Web site, you will need to establish a password through your phone.This password will also allow you to sign in to the picture messaging Web site at to access and manage your www.plspictures.com...
  • Page 141: Camera Mode Options

    Camera Mode Options When the phone is open and in camera mode, press Options (right softkey) to display additional camera options: Picture Mode to select a picture mode from Normal, Beach/Snow, Scenery, Night/Dark, and Soft Focus. Zoom to zoom in on a subject. (See “Using the Zoom” on page 129 for details.) Note: Zoom is not available when the resolution setting is set to High.
  • Page 142: Setting The Self-Timer

    Setting the Self-Timer To activate the self-timer: From camera mode, select Options > Self-Timer. Highlight the length of delay you want the timer to use (10 Seconds or 5 Seconds) and press Select Start (left softkey) when you are ready to start the timer. ( appears on the upper right portion of the Main LCD during the self- timer countdown.) Get ready for the picture.
  • Page 143 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 from 1x to 8x for medium resolution, and 1x to 20x for low resolution (not available for high resolution).
  • Page 144: Using The Settings & Info Menu

    Selecting Camera Settings To select your camera settings: From camera mode, select Options > Camera Settings. Select one of the following options and press Resolution to select a picture’s file size (High-640x480,Medium-320x240,or Low-160x120). Quality to select the picture quality setting (Fine, Normal, or Economy).
  • Page 145 Camera Icon Indication Function Icons Details Beach/Snow Use this setting in bright light. Scenery Use this setting for scenery from a distance. Picture Mode Night/Dark Use this setting in low light. Soft Focus Use this setting to “soften” the picture. Sunny Use this setting for sunny weather.
  • Page 146: Storing Pictures

    Storing Pictures Your phone’s picture storage area is called My Pictures.There are two types of folders in My Pictures that can be used separately according to your needs: In Camera (see below) Saved to Phone (see page 134) In Camera Folder The storage area of your phone is called the In Camera folder.
  • Page 147 All to upload all pictures in the In Camera folder. Note: If this is the first time you have accessed the picture messaging account, you will be prompted to create your picture messaging password. See “Creating Your Picture Messaging Password”on page 126. Set as to assign the picture.
  • Page 148: Saved To Phone Folder

    Note: Deleting pictures will free up memory space in your phone to enable you to take more pictures. Once deleted, pictures cannot be uploaded to your online picture messaging account or saved to the Saved to Phone folder. Save to Phone to save the selected pictures in the Saved to Phone folder.
  • Page 149: Sending Pictures

    Sending Pictures 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 pictures to up to 16 people at a time using their email addresses or their wireless phone numbers.
  • Page 150: Sending Pictures From Messaging

    If you wish to include a text message, scroll to Text, and then enter your message using your keypad (or press Mode [right softkey] to change the input mode). (See “Entering Text” on page 40.) If you wish to include a voice message with the picture, scroll to Audio and press Record (right softkey) to record.
  • Page 151: Managing Pictures

    Managing Pictures Using the Picture Messaging Web Site Once you have uploaded pictures from your phone to your online picture messaging account at (see “In Camera Folder www.plspictures.com Options” on page 132), you can use your personal computer to manage your pictures.
  • Page 152: Managing Online Pictures From Your Phone

    Managing Online Pictures From Your Phone You can use your phone to manage, edit, or share pictures you have uploaded to the picture messaging Web site at . (See “In www.plspictures.com Camera Folder Options” on page 132 for information about uploading.) To view your online pictures from your phone: Select >...
  • Page 153: Downloading Your Online Pictures

    Downloading Your Online Pictures From your online albums display at , you can select www.plspictures.com pictures to download to your phone. To download pictures from the picture messaging Web site: From the online pictures display, select the picture you wish to download and press Options (right softkey).
  • Page 154: Accessing Online Picture Options From Your Phone

    Accessing Online Picture Options From Your Phone To access your online Picture options from your phone: Select a picture from your Online Albums. (See “Managing Online Pictures From Your Phone” on page 138.) Select Options (right softkey) to display options. To select an option, highlight it and press Expand to switch to the Expand view mode.
  • Page 155 To access your Online Albums options from your phone: Display the album list in the online picture messaging menu. (See “Managing Online Pictures From Your Phone” on page 138.) Use your navigation key to select an album (or Uploads folder). Select Options (right softkey) to display options.
  • Page 156: Using Bluetooth

    Section 2J Using Bluetooth In This Section Turning Bluetooth On and Off (page 143) Using the Bluetooth Settings Menu (page 144) Bluetooth Profiles (page 147) Pairing Bluetooth Devices (page 148) Using the Trusted Devices Options (page 149) Sending Data via Bluetooth (page 149) Your phone features built-in Bluetooth technology, allowing you to share information more easily than ever before.
  • Page 157: Turning Bluetooth On And Off

    Turning Bluetooth On and Off By default, your phone’s Bluetooth feature is turned off.Turning Bluetooth on makes your phone “available” to other in-range Bluetooth devices.To make your phone visible to other devices you must also set your phone’s visibility to other than Hidden. (See page 145.) To turn Bluetooth on: Press >...
  • Page 158: 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 Displaying your phone’s Bluetooth device address To access the Bluetooth Settings menu:...
  • Page 159: Bluetooth Settings: Visibility

    Bluetooth Settings: Visibility The Visibility section of the Bluetooth Settings menu allows you to manage your phone’s availability to other Bluetooth devices. To configure your phone’s visibility (discoverability) to other Bluetooth devices: Press > Settings > Bluetooth > Visibility. Select a Visibility setting and press Always Visible to allow other Bluetooth devices to detect and identify your phone.
  • Page 160 Bluetooth Settings: Permissions The Permissions section of the Bluetooth Settings menu allows you to configure your phone’s accessibility to other Bluetooth devices. To configure your phone’s accessibility to other Bluetooth devices: Press > Settings > Bluetooth > Permissions. Select Hands-free, Dial-up Networking, or Object Push. Select a setting and press Always Allow allows other Bluetooth devices to initiate a connection without any confirmation.
  • Page 161: 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. Headset Profile – This profile functions as a wireless ear jack.When an incoming call is received, the ringer can be heard through the headset, instead of the phone.The call can then be received by pushing a button.While using your phone, you can use the headset instead of the phone by pushing a button on the headset, which has the same...
  • Page 162: 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 passcode (PIN Code) is shared between devices, allowing for fast, secure connections while bypassing the discovery and authentication process.
  • Page 163: Using The Trusted Devices Options

    Using the Trusted Devices Options Once you have created paired devices, several options are available from the trusted devices list. To use the trusted devices options: From the trusted devices list, select a device. Press Options (right softkey) to display the following options: Connect to connect to the Bluetooth device (if applicable).
  • Page 164: Sending A Contact

    To send a contact, select a contact, and then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the transfer. Make sure the other device is ready to receive data, and then press Send (left softkey). Sending a Contact You can send a Contacts entry to another Bluetooth device. To send a contact: From standby mode, press Contacts (right softkey).
  • Page 165: Section 3: Wireless Service Features

    Section 3 Wireless Service Features...
  • Page 166: Wireless Service Features: The Basics

    Section 3A Wireless Service Features: The Basics In This Section Using Voicemail (page 153) Using SMS Text Messaging (page 160) Using Caller ID (page 163) Responding to Call Waiting (page 164) Making a Three-Way Call (page 165) Using Call Forwarding (page 166) Now that you’ve mastered your phone’s fundamentals, it’s time to explore the calling features that enhance your wireless service.
  • Page 167: 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 voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated.
  • Page 168: Voicemail Notification

    Voicemail Notification There are several ways your phone alerts you to a new message: By displaying a message on the screen. By sounding the assigned ringer type. By the LED blinking red. By displaying at the top of your screen. New Voicemail Message Alerts When you receive a new voice message, your phone alerts you and prompts you to call your voicemail.
  • Page 169: 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 .
  • Page 170: Voicemail Button Guide

    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 159. Date/Time Send Reply Advance Replay Rewind Forward PQRS WXYZ Erase Call Back Save Space Shift...
  • Page 171 Setting Up Group Distribution Lists Create up to 20 separate group lists, each with up to 20 members. Press and hold to access your voicemail. (If your voicemail box contains any new or saved messages, press to access the Shift main voicemail menu.) Press to change your Personal Options, following the system...
  • Page 172 Voicemail-to-Voicemail Message Forwarding Forward a voice message, except those marked “Private,” to other voicemail users. After listening to a message, press Follow the voice prompts to enter the phone number. Follow the voice prompts to record your introduction and forward the voice message.
  • Page 173: 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 > Messaging > Voicemail > Clear Count. Select Yes. Voicemail Menu Key Following the prompts on the voicemail system, you can use your keypad to navigate through the voicemail menu.The following list outlines your...
  • Page 174: Using Sms Text Messaging

    Skip Passcode Autoplay Message Date & Time On/Off Change Passcode Group Distribution List Return to Personal Options Menu Shift Greetings Personal Greetings Name Announcement Extended Absence Greeting Return to Personal Options Menu Shift Expert Mode (On/Off) Place a Call Disconnect Shift Using SMS Text Messaging With SMS Text Messaging, you can use other people’s phone numbers to...
  • Page 175: Composing Sms Text Messages

    Composing SMS Text Messages To compose an SMS Text message: Select > Messaging > Send Message > Text and select the entry method you prefer: Phone Book Entry to select a recipient from your internal Contacts.(Qualifying Contacts entries must contain a phone number or an email address.) Phone# to use the keypad to enter the phone number of the person to whom you wish to send a message.
  • Page 176: Accessing Sms Text Messages

    Accessing SMS Text Messages To read an SMS Text message: When you receive a text message, it will automatically appear on your phone’s main display screen. Use your navigation key to scroll down and view the entire message. – or – From standby mode, select >...
  • Page 177: Editing Preset Messages

    Editing Preset Messages Preset messages make sending text messages to your friends, family, and coworkers easier than ever. To edit preset messages: Select > Settings > Messaging > Preset Msgs. Highlight a message you wish to edit and press Enter your new message or changes and press OK (left softkey). (See “Entering Text”...
  • Page 178: Responding To Call Waiting

    Responding to Call Waiting When you’re on a call, Call Waiting alerts you to incoming calls by sounding one beep.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 (or select Options [right softkey] >...
  • Page 179: 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, press (or select Options [right softkey] >...
  • Page 180: 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 Shift PQRS...
  • Page 181: Data Services

    Section 3B Data Services In This Section Data Services Applications (page 168) Getting Started With Data Services (page 168) Accessing Messaging (page 174) Downloading Premium Services Content (page 176) Exploring the Web (page 178) Data Services FAQs (page 182) Data services offers easy and amazing features you will really use. These features –...
  • Page 182: Data Services Applications

    Data Services Applications Here is a brief list of the applications available through your phone. Picture Messaging – Instantly shoot, share, and print sharp, high- resolution digital pictures with your phone. Messaging – Send and receive emails and chat on your phone. Games –...
  • Page 183: Your User Name

    Your User Name When you buy a compatible phone and sign up for service, you’re automatically assigned a user name, which is typically based on your 10-digit wireless phone number. When you use data services, your user name is submitted to identify you to the network available to you.The user name is also useful as an address for email, as a way to personalize Web services, and as an online virtual identity.
  • Page 184: Launching A Data Connection

    Launching a Data Connection To launch a data connection: Select > Web. (Your data connection will start and the home page will be displayed.) Note: If Net Guard is enabled and displayed (see below), press OK (right softkey) to continue and access the Web. While connecting, the following will appear on the screen: Connecting...Please wait.
  • Page 185: Connection Status And Indicators

    Connection Status and Indicators Your phone’s display lets you know the current status of your data connection through indicators which appear at the top of the screen.The following symbols are used: Your data connection is active (data is being transferred); the transmit/receive symbol will blink to indicate data transmission.
  • Page 186 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 the option and pressing Scrolling As with other parts of your phone’s menu, you’ll have to scroll up and down to see everything on some Web sites.
  • Page 187 Selecting Once you’ve learned how to use softkeys and scroll, you can start navigating the Web. To select onscreen items: Use the navigation key to highlight the desired item, and then press the desired softkey button (or press Tip: You’ll find that the left softkey is used primarily for selecting items.This softkey is often labeled “Go.”...
  • Page 188: Accessing Messaging

    Accessing Messaging You can send and receive emails, text messages, and picture messages right from your phone. Messaging allows you to stay connected to friends, family, and coworkers 24 hours a day anywhere on the network available to you. Note: For complete details on text messaging, see “Using SMS Text Messaging”...
  • Page 189: Accessing Instant Messaging

    Accessing Instant Messaging Data services also provides you with access to popular instant messaging (IM) clients, including AOL ® Instant Messenger and Yahoo! ® Messenger. To access instant messaging clients from your phone: From the home page, select Messaging > Instant Messaging. Select an email provider, such as AOL Instant Messenger or Yahoo! Messenger.
  • Page 190: Downloading Premium Services Content

    Downloading Premium Services Content With data services, 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. Accessing the My Content Menus To access the download menus: Select...
  • Page 191: Downloading An Item

    Downloading an Item Once you’ve selected an item you wish to download, highlight it and press or press Go (left softkey).You will see a summary page for the item including its title, the vendor, the download details, the file size, and the cost. Links allow you to view the License Details page, which outlines the price, license type, and length of license for the download, and the Terms of Use page, which details the Premium Services Terms of Use and your...
  • Page 192: Exploring The Web

    Exploring the Web With Web access on your phone, 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, breaking news, and weather, and shop on your phone anywhere on the network available to you.
  • Page 193 Options available under the browser menu include: Home. Returns the browser to the home page. Forward. Allows you to go forward to the pages you have visited. Mark this page. Allows you to create new bookmarks. View Bookmarks. Allows you to view and access bookmarked sites. Search.
  • Page 194: Creating A Bookmark

    Creating a Bookmark Bookmarks allow you to store the address of your favorite Web sites for easy access at a later time. To create a bookmark: Go to the Web page you want to mark. Press the right softkey to open the browser menu. Select Mark this page and press twice to save the bookmark.
  • Page 195: Deleting A Bookmark

    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 the right softkey. Select Delete from the menu. (A confirmation screen will be displayed.) Select Yes (right softkey) to remove the bookmark.
  • Page 196: Data Services Faqs

    Restarting the Web Browser If the Web browser appears to be malfunctioning or stops responding, you can usually fix the problem by simply restarting the browser. To restart the Web browser: From an active data connection, press the right softkey to display the browser menu.
  • Page 197 How do I know when my phone is connected to data services? Your phone automatically connects when data service is used or an incoming message arrives.Your phone will also display the icon. Can I make calls and use data services at the same time? You cannot use voice and data services simultaneously.
  • Page 199: Section 4: Safety And Warranty Information

    Section 4 Safety and Warranty Information...
  • Page 200: Important Safety Information

    Section 4A Important Safety Information In This Section General Precautions (page 187) Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone (page 187) Caring for the Battery (page189 ) Radiofrequency (RF) Energy (page 190) Owner’s Record (page 193) Phone Guide Proprietary Notice (page 193) This phone guide contains important operational and safety information that will help you safely use your phone.
  • Page 201: General Precautions

    General Precautions There are several simple guidelines to operating your phone properly and maintaining safe, satisfactory service. To maximize performance, do not touch the bottom portion of your phone where the internal antenna is located while using the phone. Speak directly into the mouthpiece. Avoid exposing your phone and accessories to rain or liquid spills.
  • Page 202: Following Safety Guidelines

    Following Safety Guidelines To operate your phone safely and efficiently, always follow any special regulations in a given area.Turn your phone off in areas where use is forbidden or when it may cause interference or danger. Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radiofrequency (RF) signals.
  • Page 203: Caring For The Battery

    Sanyo is not aware of similar problems with Sanyo phones resulting from the proper use of batteries and accessories approved by Sanyo. Use only approved batteries and accessories found through Sanyo. Buying the right batteries and accessories is the best way to ensure they’re genuine and safe.
  • Page 204: Radiofrequency (Rf) Energy

    Don’t store the battery in high temperature areas for long periods of time. It’s best to follow these storage rules: Less than one month: -4° F to 140° F (-20° C to 60° C) More than one month: -4° F to 113° F (-20° C to 45° C) Disposal of Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) Batteries Do not handle a damaged or leaking Li-Ion battery as you can be burned.
  • Page 205: Fcc Radiofrequency Emission

    SAR values between different model phones do not mean variations in safety. 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 KATANA (PLS-6600) are: AMPS mode (Part 22): Head: 0.769 W/kg;...
  • Page 206: Fcc Notice

    FCC Notice This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 207: Owner's Record

    The model number, regulatory number and serial number are located on a nameplate inside the battery compartment. Record the serial number in the space provided below.This will be helpful if you need to contact us about your phone in the future. KATANA by Sanyo ®...
  • Page 208: Manufacturer's Warranty

    Section 4B Manufacturer’s Warranty In This Section Manufacturer’s Warranty (page 195) 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 contact your service provider.
  • Page 209: Manufacturer's Warranty

    SANYO 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 SANYO phone for which it is specified.
  • Page 210 (unless caused by defect in material or workmanship); (ix) damage the result of fire, flood, acts of God or other acts which are not the fault of SANYO and which the Product is not specified to tolerate, including damage caused by mishandling and blown fuses; (x) consumables (such as memory cards, fuses, etc.);...
  • Page 211 NetFrontCommunications,Inc.in the United States and is used under a license.Portions of this software are based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group. Copyright © 2006 InnoPath Software.All rights reserved. Sanyo is a registered trademark of Sanyo Electric Co.,Ltd. Section 4B: Warranty...
  • Page 212: Index

    Index Calculator 112 Calendar 103-105 Call Alarm 106-107 Abbreviated Dialing 38, 68 Call Forwarding 166 Airplane Mode 61 Call Guard 84 Alarm Clock 109 Call History 86-90 Alert Notification 50 Erasing 90 Answer on Hold 27 Making a Call From 88 Answering Calls 25 Options 88 Any Key Answer 66...
  • Page 213 Assigning Speed Dial Numbers EarthLink 174 Dialing From 36 Email 174 Editing an Entry 97 Emergency Numbers 30 Erasing 99 Ending a Call 27 Finding an Entry 94 End-of-Call Options 33 Options 96 Entering Text 40-44 Ringer Types 100 Alphabet Mode 44 Secret Contacts Entries 101 Default Input Mode 43 Countdown Timer 111...
  • Page 214 Navigating Through Menus 20 Making Calls 22 Turning Off 16 From Call History 88 Turning On 16 From the Contacts List 36 Updating 113 Using Voice-Activated Dialing Phone (illus.) 9 Phone Number With Pauses 35 Displaying 21 Menu ii Finding 34 Navigation 20 Saving 34 Style 67...
  • Page 215 Start-up/Power-off Tone 48 Radiofrequency (RF) Energy 190 Stitch Shots 128 Resetting Default Settings 79 Stopwatch 110 Resetting Your Phone 78 Restricting Calls 74 T9 Text Input 41 Ringer Adding a Word 42 Ringer Types 46 Customizing 43 Selecting 100 Text Greeting 52 Volume 28 Three-Way Calling 165 Roaming 81-85...
  • Page 216 Retrieving 155 Setting Up 4, 153 While Roaming 82 Volume Adjusting 49 Adjusting During a Conversation 29 Warranty 195 Web - See also Data Services Navigating 171 World Clock 112 Yahoo! Mail 174 Yahoo! Messenger 175 Index...
  • Page 217 Notes ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________...

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