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- Page 1 Sprint PCS® Phone A420 by Samsung® www.sprint.com © 2006 Sprint Nextel. All rights reserved. Sprint, the “Going Forward” logo, and other trademarks are trademarks of Sprint Nextel. Printed in Korea.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Welcome to Sprint ....... . .i Introduction ........ii Your Phone’s Menu . - Page 4 Phone Setup Options ........58 Call Setup Options .
- Page 5 2G. Using the Phone’s Scheduler and Tools ... . 89 Using Your Phone’s Scheduler ......90 Using Your Phone’s Alarm Clock .
- Page 6 Section 4: Safety and Warranty Information..129 4A. Important Safety Information ....131 General Precautions ........132 Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone .
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Page 7: Welcome To Sprint
Welcome to Sprint Sprint is committed to bringing you the best wireless technology available. We built our complete, nationwide network from the ground up, so all your services – whether it’s Voicemail, Caller ID, email, or Sprint PCS® Picture Mail – will work the same wherever you go on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. -
Page 8: Introduction
Introduction This Phone Guide introduces you to Sprint PCS Service and all the features of your new phone. It’s divided into four sections: Section 1: Getting Started Section 2: Your Phone Section 3: Sprint PCS Service Features Section 4: Safety and Warranty Information Throughout this guide, you'll find tips that highlight special shortcuts and timely reminders to help you make the most of your new phone and service. -
Page 9: Your Phone's Menu
Your Phone’s Menu The following list outlines your phone’s menu structure. For more information about navigating through the menus, please see “Navigating Through Phone Menus” on page 24. CONTACTS (RIGHT SOFTKEY) VOICE KIT (LEFT SOFTKEY) PRESS MENU TO DISPLAY THE FOLLOWING: VOICE KIT 1: Voice Dial 1: Record... - Page 10 1: Priority (Normal/Urgent) 3: Preset Messages 1: Can’t talk right now. Send me a message. 3: Where are you? 6: Let’s get lunch. 8: I’ll be there at 10: I love you! 13: [Empty] 16: [Empty] 19: [Empty] 4: Edit Signature (On/Off) 5: Message Alert 1: Alert Volume 1: Voicemail...
- Page 11 8: Calculator 9: Set Time (displayed when there is no time information) SETTINGS 1: Display 1: Screen Saver 1: Apple 4: SnowBoarding 7: Digital Clock 10: Dual Clock 2: Menu Style 1: Grid Style 3: Dialing Font 1: Color 1: Basic 4: Hyphenate 2: Size 1: Large...
- Page 12 1: Ringer Type 1: Voice Calls 1: With Caller ID 1: Single Tones 2: No Caller ID 1: Single Tones 2: Messages 1: Voicemail 3: Schedule 1: Single Tones 4: Roam Ringer (Normal/Distinctive) 2: Volume 1: Ringer 1: Ringer Off 4: Vibrate 2: Messages 1: Use Ringer Vol.
- Page 13 3: Tone Length (Short/Long) 3: Security 1: Lock Phone 1: Unlocked 2: Change Lock 3: Special # 1: Empty 4: Erase Contacts (Yes/No) 5: Reset Phone (Yes/No) 4: Roaming 1: Set Mode 1: Automatic 2: Call Guard (On/Off) 5: Launch Pad 1: Up Key 1: Contacts 4: Send Message...
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Page 14: Call History
4: Right Key 1: Contacts 4: Send Message 7: Calculator 10: Call History 6: Others 1: Call Setup 1: Abbrev. Dial (On/Off) 2: Contacts Match (On/Off) 3: Restriction 1: Outgoing Call (Allow all / Contacts Only / Special# Only) 4: Call Answer 1: Any Key 5: Auto Answer (CarKit/Headset) (Yes/No) 2: Language... - Page 15 4: All Recent CONTACTS 1: Find 2: Add New Entry 3: Speed Dial #s 4: Group 1: Unassigned 3: Friends 5: VIPs 5: Services 1: Account Info 3: Dir Assist 5: Sprint Voice Command 6: My Phone # IN USE MENU Press Options (right softkey) to display the following options: 1: Call History 4: Messaging...
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Page 17: Section 1: Getting Started
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Page 19: Setting Up Service
Setting Up Service In This Section Getting Started With Sprint PCS Service Setting Up Your Voicemail Sprint PCS Account Passwords Getting Help Setting up service on your new phone is quick and easy. This section walks you through the necessary steps to unlock your phone, set up your voicemail, establish passwords, and contact Sprint for assistance with your Sprint PCS Service. -
Page 20: Getting Started With Sprint Pcs Service
Getting Started With Sprint PCS Service Determining if Your Phone is Already Activated If you purchased your phone at a Sprint Store, it is probably activated, unlocked, and ready to use. If you received your phone in the mail, it probably has been activated; all you need to do is unlock it. -
Page 21: Setting Up Your Voicemail
Setting Up Your Voicemail All unanswered calls to your phone are automatically transferred to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. Therefore, you will want to set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. To set up your voicemail: From standby mode, press and hold Follow the system prompts to:... -
Page 22: Sprint Pcs Account Passwords
Sprint PCS Account Passwords As a Sprint PCS customer, you enjoy unlimited access to your personal account information and your voicemail account. To ensure that no one else has access to your information, you will need to create passwords to protect your privacy. Account Password If you are the account owner, you'll have an account password to sign on to... -
Page 23: Getting Help
Getting Help Visit www.sprint.com You can go online to: Access your account information Check your minutes used (depending on your Sprint PCS Service Plan) View and pay your bill Make your life easier by enrolling in Sprint PCS online billing and automatic payment Purchase accessories Shop for the latest phones View available Sprint PCS Service Plans and options... - Page 24 Receiving Automated Invoicing Information For your convenience, your phone gives you access to invoicing information on your Sprint PCS account. This information includes balance due, payment received, invoicing cycle, and an estimate of the number of minutes used since your last invoicing cycle. To access automated invoicing information: Press Note:...
- Page 25 Sprint Operator Services Sprint PCS Operator Services provides assistance when placing collect calls or when placing calls billed to a local telephone calling card or third party. To access Sprint Operator Services: Press For more information or to see the latest in products and services, visit us online at www.sprint.com Section 1A: Setting Up Service...
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Page 27: Section 2: Your Phone
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Page 29: Your Phone: The Basics
Your Phone: The Basics In This Section Front View of Your Phone Viewing the Display Screen Features of Your Phone Turning Your Phone On and Off Using Your Phone’s Battery and Charger Navigating Through Phone Menus Displaying Your Phone Number Making and Answering Calls Entering Text Your phone is packed with features that simplify your life and... -
Page 30: Front View Of Your Phone
Front View of Your Phone 1. Speaker 2. Display Screen 3. Navigation Key 4. Headset Jack 19. Right Softkey 5. Left Softkey 18. OK/Menu Key 6. TALK Key 17. END Key 16. Speaker Key 7. Volume Key 15. BACK Key 8. -
Page 31: Key Functions
Key Functions Speaker allows you to hear the other caller and the different ring tones or sounds offered by your phone. Display Screen displays all the information needed to operate your phone, such as the call status, the contacts, the date and time and the signal and battery strength. - Page 32 Shift/Asterisk Key enters the asterisk [*] character for calling features. In text entry mode, press to change the capitalization mode. 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).
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Page 33: 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 34 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. indicates that your phone’s ringer is turned off and the vibrate option is not checked.
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Page 35: Features Of Your Phone
Network. (For more information, see Section 2D: Controlling Your Roaming Experience, on page 69.) Features of Your Phone Congratulations on the purchase of your phone. The A420 by Samsung is lightweight, easy-to-use, and reliable, and it also offers many significant features and service options. The... -
Page 36: Turning Your Phone On And Off
Turning Your Phone On and Off Turning Your Phone On To turn your phone on: Press and release Once your phone is on, it may display “Searching for Service,” which indicates that your phone is searching for a signal. When your phone finds a signal, it automatically enters standby mode –... -
Page 37: Using Your Phone's Battery And Charger
Using Your Phone’s Battery and Charger Warning! Use only Sprint-approved or manufacturer-approved batteries and chargers with your phone. The failure to use a Sprint-approved or manufacturer-approved battery and charger may increase the risk that your phone will overheat, catch fire, or explode, resulting in serious bodily injury, death, or property damage. - Page 38 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 and gently press up until the cover snaps into place.
- Page 39 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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Page 40: Navigating Through Phone Menus
Navigating Through Phone Menus The navigation key on your phone allows you to scroll through menus quickly and easily. The scroll bar at the right of the menu keeps track of your position in the menu at all times. To navigate through a menu, simply press the navigation key up or down. -
Page 41: Displaying Your Phone Number
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 >... -
Page 42: Making And Answering Calls
Making and Answering Calls Holding Your Phone Since the antenna has been integrated into the design of the phone, it is important not to block the reception path accidentally to ensure the strongest signal possible is achieved. The orbital internal antenna is located near the hinge of your handset. -
Page 43: Making Calls
Making Calls Placing a call from your phone is as easy as making a call from any landline phone. Just enter the number, press you’re on your way to clear calls. To make a call using your keypad: Make sure your phone is on. Enter a phone number from standby mode. -
Page 44: Dialing Options
Dialing Options When you enter numbers in standby mode, select Options ( ) to see the following dialing options. To initiate an option, press the corresponding softkey button. Dial dials the number or digits displayed. Send Msg allows you to send text messages to the number being dialed. -
Page 45: Answering Calls
Answering Calls To answer an incoming call: Make sure your phone is on. (If your phone is off, incoming calls go to voicemail.) Press to answer an incoming call. (Depending on your phone’s settings, you may also answer incoming calls by opening the phone or by pressing any number key. -
Page 46: Missed Call Notification
Answering a Roam Call With Call Guard Enabled Call Guard is an option that helps you manage your roaming charges when making or receiving calls while outside the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. Please see Section 2D: Controlling Your Roaming Experience for more information about roaming. -
Page 47: Calling Emergency Numbers
Calling Emergency Numbers You can place calls to 911 (dial even if your phone is locked or your account is restricted. Note: When you place an emergency call, your phone automatically enters Emergency mode. During an emergency call, press Options (right softkey) to display your options. -
Page 48: 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, 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. -
Page 49: Saving A Phone Number
End-of-Call Options After receiving a call from or making a call to a phone number that is not in your Contacts, the phone number and the duration of the call are displayed. The left softkey displays the Save option. Select this option if you wish to add the new number to your Contacts. -
Page 50: Finding A Phone Number
Enter a name for the entry using the numeric keys. Press to select the desired entry method T9(English), Alpha, Symbol, or Number. (See “Entering Text” on page 38.) When you have finished entering the name, press to return to the contact entry. Press for Done to save the entry. -
Page 51: Dialing And Saving Phone Numbers With Pauses
Dialing and Saving Phone Numbers With Pauses You can dial or save phone numbers with pauses for use with automated systems, such as voicemail or credit card billing numbers. There are two types of pauses available on your phone: Hard Pause sends the next set of numbers when you press the left softkey button. - Page 52 Plus (+) Code Dialing When placing international calls, you can use Plus Code Dialing to automatically enter the international access code for your location (for example, 011 for international calls placed from the United States). To make a call using Plus Code Dialing: Press and hold display.
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Page 53: Using Speed Dialing
Using Speed Dialing You can store up to 98 numbers in your phone’s speed dial memory to make contacting friends and family as easy as pressing a button or two. With this feature, you can dial speed dial entries using one keypress for locations 2-9 or two key presses for locations 10-99. -
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 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 mode. - Page 55 Entering Characters Using T9 Text Input T9 Text Input lets you enter text in your phone by pressing keys just once per letter. (To select the T9 Word mode when entering text, see “Selecting a Character Input Mode” on page 38.) T9 Text Input analyzes the letters you enter using an intuitive word database and creates a suitable word.
- Page 56 Entering Characters by Tapping the Keypad To enter characters by tapping the keypad: Select the Alpha mode. (See “Selecting a Character Input Mode” on page 38.) Press the corresponding keys repeatedly until the desired letter appears. (For example, to enter the word “Bill,”...
- Page 57 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 38.) To enter symbols: Select the Symbols mode. (See “Selecting a Character Input Mode” on page 38.) To enter a symbol, press the appropriate key indicated on the display.
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Page 59: Controlling Your Phone's Settings
Controlling Your Phone’s Settings In This Section Sound Settings Display Settings Location Settings Messaging Settings Airplane Mode TTY Use With Sprint PCS Service Phone Setup Options Call Setup Options Using the menu options available on your phone, you can customize your phone to sound, look, and operate just the way you want it to. -
Page 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 Ringer Types for Messages To select a ringer type for messages: Select Menu > Settings > Sounds > Ringer Type > Messages. Select Voicemail or Text Message. Select Single Tones, Ring Tones or Melodies and press . (The list of preprogrammed ringers is displayed.) Use your navigation key to scroll through the available ringers.
- Page 62 Selecting Ringer Types for Roam Ringer To select a ringer type for roam ringer: Select Menu > Settings > Sounds > Ringer Type > Roam Ringer. Select Normal or Distinctive and press Selecting a Key Tone Your phone offers a number of options for selecting the audible tones accompanying a keypress.
- Page 63 Key Tone Length The key tone length allows you to choose between short or long tones when pressing a key. Longer tone lengths may be better for tone recognition when dialing voicemail or other automated systems. To set the key tone length: Select Menu >...
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Page 64: Alert Notification
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. Select Messages, Voicemail or Alarms, and press Select Use Ringer Volume to use the ringer settings or select Separate Volume. -
Page 65: Display Settings
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 and hold the volume key down in standby mode. -
Page 66: Changing The Backlight Time Length
Changing the Backlight Time Length The backlight setting lets you select how long the display screen and keypad are backlit after any keypress is made. To change the backlight setting: Select Menu > Settings > Display > Backlight > Main Display. -
Page 67: Changing The Brightness
Changing the Brightness You can adjust your screen’s brightness to suit your surroundings. To adjust the display’s contrast: Select Menu > Settings > Display > Backlight > Brightness. Press your navigation key up or down to adjust the brightness and select Done ( Changing the Phone’s Menu Style Your phone allows you to choose how the menu appears on your display screen. -
Page 68: Location Settings
Changing the Dialing Font This setting allows you to adjust the display appearance when dialing phone numbers. To change the dialing font: Select Menu > Settings > Display > Dialing Font > Size. Select Large, Normal, or Small and press Location Settings Your phone is equipped with a Location feature for use in connection with location-based services that may be... -
Page 69: Messaging Settings
To enable your phone’s Location feature: Select Menu > Settings > Others > Location. (The Location disclaimer is displayed.) Read the disclaimer and press Select On or Off press When the Location feature is on, your phone’s standby screen will display the icon will be displayed. - Page 70 Deleting Old Messages You can delete messages that you’ve already read whenever you like, or you can have your phone delete them automatically for you when your phone's message memory becomes full. To automatically delete read messages: Select Menu > Messaging > Settings > Auto Erase. Select Yes or No and press Adding a Customized Signature Each message you send can have a customized signature to...
- Page 71 To edit or delete a preset message: Select Menu > Messaging > Settings > Preset Messages. (The list of preset messages is displayed.) To edit or delete a preset message, highlight it and press Edit ( ). (See “Entering Text” on page 38.) –...
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Page 72: Airplane Mode
Airplane Mode Airplane Mode allows you to use many of your phone’s features, such as Memo Pad 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 information. - Page 73 Service (TRS) by first dialing the state TRS with this number: 866-727-4889. To turn TTY Options on or off: Press Menu > Settings > Others > TTY Mode from standby mode. (An informational message is displayed.) Press Select TTY Off, TTY + Hear, TTY+ Talk or TTY Full and press Note: In TTY Mode, your phone will display the TTY access icon...
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Page 74: Phone Setup Options
Phone Setup Options Display Language You can choose to display your phone’s onscreen menus in English or in Spanish. To assign a language for the phone’s display: Select Menu > Settings > Others > Language. Select English or Español and press Call Setup Options Call Setup options allow you to set up the following options: Abbreviated Dial allows you to program a five- or six-digit... -
Page 75: Abbreviated Dialing
Abbreviated Dialing Abbreviated dialing allows you to program a five- or six-digit prefix for commonly used phone numbers. When abbreviated dialing is on, you can enter the last four or five digits of any phone number that matches the five- or six-digit prefix, and the number is dialed. -
Page 76: Contacts Match
Contacts Match With the Contacts Match feature, your phone displays the contact’s name and phone number if the incoming call or outgoing call is in your Contacts list. To access Contacts Match: Select Menu > Settings > Others > Call Setup > Contacts Match. -
Page 77: Call Answer Mode
Call Answer Mode You can determine how to answer incoming calls on your phone, whether by pressing or simply by opening the phone. To set call answer mode: Select Menu > Settings > Others > Call Setup > Call Answer. To select an option, highlight it and press Any Key to allow an incoming call to be answered by opening the phone or pressing any key. -
Page 79: Setting Your Phone's Security
Setting Your Phone’s Security In This Section Accessing the Security Menu Using Your Phone’s Lock Feature Using Special Numbers Erasing Contacts Resetting Your Phone By using the security settings on your phone, you receive peace of mind without sacrificing flexibility. This section will familiarize you with your phone’s security settings. -
Page 80: Accessing The Security Menu
Accessing the Security Menu All of your phone’s security settings are available through the Security menu. You must enter your lock code to view the Security menu. To access the Security menu: Select Menu > Settings > Security. Enter your lock code to display the Security menu. Tip: If you can’t recall your lock code, try using the last four digits of either your Social Security number or wireless phone... -
Page 81: Unlocking Your Phone
Unlocking Your Phone To unlock your phone: From standby mode, press Talk, Left/Right softkey, Volume key, or OK key. Enter your lock code. Calling in Lock Mode You can place calls to 911 and to your special numbers when in lock mode. (For information on special numbers, see “Using Special Numbers”... -
Page 82: 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 83: Erasing Contacts
Erasing Contacts You can quickly and easily erase all the contents of your Contacts list. To erase all the names and numbers in your Contacts: Select Menu > Settings > Security. Enter your lock code. (The Security menu is displayed.) Select Erase Contacts and press If you are certain you would like to erase all of your Contacts entries, select Yes and press... -
Page 85: Controlling Your Roaming Experience
Roaming is the ability to make or receive calls when you’re off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. Your new digital dual-band/ tri-mode A420 by Samsung® works anywhere on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network and allows you to roam on other 1900 and 800 MHz digital networks where we’ve implemented roaming agreements with other carriers. -
Page 86: Understanding Roaming
Understanding Roaming Recognizing the Roaming Icon on the Display Screen Your phone’s display screen always lets you know when you’re off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. Any time you are roaming, the phone displays the roaming icon ( Tip: Remember, when you are using your phone off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network, always dial numbers using 11 digits (1 + area code + number). -
Page 87: Setting Your Phone's Roam Mode
To check your voicemail while roaming: Dial 1 + area code + your Sprint PCS phone number. When you hear your voicemail greeting, press Enter your passcode at the prompt and follow the voice prompts. When you return to the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network, voicemail notification will resume as normal. -
Page 88: Using Call Guard
Using Call Guard Your phone has two ways of alerting you when you are roaming off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network: the onscreen roaming icon and Call Guard. Call Guard makes it easy to manage your roaming charges by requiring an extra step before you can place or answer a roaming call. -
Page 89: Managing Call History
Managing Call History In This Section Viewing History Call History Options Making a Call From Call History Saving a Phone Number From Call History Prepending a Phone Number From Call History Erasing Call History The Call History keeps track of incoming calls, calls made from your phone, and missed calls. -
Page 90: Viewing History
Viewing History You’ll find the Call History feature very helpful. It is a list of the last 20 phone numbers (or Contacts entries) for calls you placed, accepted, or missed. Call History makes redialing a number fast and easy. It is continually updated as new numbers are added to the beginning of the list and the oldest entries are removed from the bottom of the list. -
Page 91: Call History Options
Call History Options For additional information and options on a particular call, highlight a Call History entry and press displays the date and time of the call, the phone number (if available), and the caller’s name (if the number is already in your Contacts). -
Page 92: Saving A Phone Number From Call History
Note: You cannot make calls from Call History to entries identified as No Caller ID, Unknown, or Restricted . Saving a Phone Number From Call History Contacts entries can store up to a total of five phone numbers, and each entry’s name can contain 20 characters. To save a phone number from Call History: Select Outgoing Calls, Incoming Calls, Missed Calls, or All Recent and press... -
Page 93: Prepending A Phone Number From Call History
Prepending a Phone Number From Call History If you need to make a call from Call History and you happen to be outside your local area code, you can add the appropriate prefix by prepending the number. To prepend a phone number from Call History: Select a Call History entry, select the number or the name and press Press Options (... -
Page 95: Using Contacts
Using Contacts In This Section Adding a New Contacts Entry Finding Contacts Entries Contacts Entry Options Adding a Phone Number to a Contacts Entry Editing a Contacts Entry’s Phone Number Assigning Speed Dial Numbers Editing a Contacts Entry Selecting a Ringer Type for an Entry Dialing Sprint PCS Services Now that you know the basics that make it easier to stay in touch with people and information, you’re ready to explore your... -
Page 96: Adding A New Contacts Entry
Adding a New Contacts Entry Your phone's Contacts list can store up to 299 entries and each entry’s name can contain 20 characters. To add a new entry: Select Menu > Contacts > Add New Entry. Shortcut: Enter the phone number in standby mode and press OK . -
Page 97: 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 Menu >... - Page 98 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. –...
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Page 99: Contacts Entry Options
Contacts Entry Options To access a Contacts entry’s options, highlight the entry and press Options ( ) > Edit. Highlight one of the options listed below and press [Contact Name] to edit the contact entry name. [Mobile/Home/Work/Pager/Others] to add a phone number to the entry. -
Page 100: Editing A Contacts Entry's Phone Number
Editing a Contacts Entry’s Phone Number To edit an entry’s phone number: Display a Contacts entry (see page 81) and press Press Options ( Highlight the number you wish to edit and press Press to clear one digit at a time, or press and hold to erase the whole number. -
Page 101: Editing A Contacts Entry
Select Speed Dial and press Select an available speed dial location and press Press Done ( Note: If you attempt to assign an already in-use speed dial location to a new phone number, a dialog will appear asking if you wish to replace the existing speed dial assignment. -
Page 102: 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 44.) To select a ringer type for an entry: Display a Contacts entry and highlight the name of the person you wish to edit. -
Page 103: Dialing Sprint Pcs Services
Dialing Sprint PCS Services Your Contacts list is preprogrammed with contact numbers for various Sprint PCS Services. To dial a service from your Contacts: Select Menu > Contacts > Services. Select Account Info, Customer Svc, Dir Assist, Sprint Operator, or Sprint Voice Command. Press to place the call. -
Page 105: Using The Phone's Scheduler And Tools
Using the Phone’s Scheduler and Tools In This Section Using Your Phone’s Scheduler Using Your Phone’s Alarm Clock Using Your Phone’s Memo Pad Using Your Phone’s Tools Your phone is equipped with several personal information management features that help you manage your busy lifestyle. This section shows you how to use these features to turn your phone into a time management planner that helps you keep up with your contacts, schedules, and commitments. -
Page 106: Using Your Phone's Scheduler
Using Your Phone’s Scheduler Adding an Event to the Scheduler Your Scheduler helps organize your time and reminds you of important events. To add an event: Select Menu > Tools > Scheduler. Using your navigation key, highlight the day to which you would like to add an event and press Tip: Press the navigation key up or down to scroll by week through... -
Page 107: Event Alerts
No Alarm, On Time, 10min before, 30min before, or 1 Hr before. Select Done ( ) to save and exit. Event Alerts There are several ways your phone alerts you to scheduled events: By playing the assigned ringer type. By illuminating the backlight. By flashing the LED. -
Page 108: Using Your Phone's Alarm Clock
Going to Today’s Scheduler Menu To go to the Scheduler menu for today’s date: Select Menu > Tools > Today. Erasing a Day’s Events To erase a day’s scheduled events: Select Menu > Tools > 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... -
Page 109: Using Your Phone's Memo Pad
Select a time for the alarm by highlighting the time field. Use your keypad to enter an alarm time. 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... -
Page 110: Using Your Phone's Tools
To delete saved notes: Select Menu > Tools > Memo Pad. Highlight a note and select Options ( Select Erase or Erase All and press Select Yes and press Using Your Phone’s Tools In addition to helping you be more efficient and organized, your phone offers useful and entertaining tools. - Page 111 Task List This option allows you to manage daily tasks that include dates, times, and priority levels. Select Menu > Tools > Task List. Note: If there are no tasks saved, the New Task screen is automatically displayed. Select Options ( Enter the task name using the keypad and press Select a due time by highlighting the Due Time field.
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Page 112: World Time
Countdown This option allows you to enter a timer that counts down to an event based on a date and time specified. Select Menu > Tools > Countdown. Note: If there are no countdowns saved, the New Countdown screen is automatically displayed. Select Options ( Enter the countdown name using the keypad and press... -
Page 113: Section 3: Sprint Pcs Service Features
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Page 115: Sprint Pcs Service Features: The Basics
Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics In This Section Using Voicemail Using SMS Text Messaging Using Caller ID Responding to Call Waiting Making a Three-Way Call Using Call Forwarding Using Voice-Activated Dialing Managing Voice Memos Now that you’ve mastered your phone’s fundamentals, it’s time to explore the calling features that enhance your Sprint PCS Service. -
Page 116: Using Voicemail
Using Voicemail Setting Up Your Voicemail All unanswered calls to your phone are automatically transferred to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. Therefore, you will want to set up your Sprint PCS Voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. -
Page 117: 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. New Voicemail Message Alerts When you receive a new voice message, your phone alerts you and prompts you to call your voicemail. -
Page 118: Retrieving Your Voicemail Messages
Retrieving Your Voicemail Messages You can review your messages directly from your phone or from any other touch-tone phone. To dial from your phone, you can either speed dial your voicemail or use the menu keys. Using One-Touch Message Access Press and hold box.) Using the Menu Keys on Your Phone to Access Your... -
Page 119: Voicemail Options
Voicemail Button Guide Here’s a quick guide to your keypad functions while listening to voicemail messages. For further details and menu options, see “Voicemail Menu Key” on page 107. Date/Time Replay Erase Cancel Voicemail Options Your phone offers several options for organizing and accessing your voicemail. - Page 120 Setting Up Group Distribution Lists Create up to 20 separate group lists, each with up to 20 customers. Press and hold voicemail box contains any new or saved messages, press Press the system prompts. Press Press Follow the voice prompts to create, edit, rename, or delete group lists.
- Page 121 Voicemail-to-Voicemail Message Reply Reply to a voice message received from any other Sprint PCS Voicemail user. After listening to a voice message, press Follow the voice prompts to record and send your reply. Voicemail-to-Voicemail Message Forwarding Forward a voice message, except those marked “Private,” to other Sprint PCS Voicemail users.
- Page 122 Extended Absence Greeting When your phone is turned off or you are off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network for an extended period, this greeting can be played instead of your normal personal greeting. From the main voicemail menu, press Options. Press Press Clearing the Message Icon...
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Page 123: Voicemail Menu Key
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 phone’s voicemail menu structure. Listen Envelope Information Reply Advance 8 Seconds Replay Rewind Forward Message Erase Callback Save... - Page 124 Greetings Expert Mode (On/Off) Place a Call Disconnect Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics Autoplay Message Date & Time On/Off Change Passcode Group Distribution List Return to Personal Options Menu Personal Greetings Name Announcement Extended Absence Greeting Return to Personal Options Menu...
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Page 125: Using Sms Text Messaging
Using SMS Text Messaging With SMS Text Messaging, you can use other people's wireless phone numbers to send instant text messages from your phone to their messaging-ready phones – and they can send messages to you. When you receive a new message, it will automatically be displayed on your phone’s screen. -
Page 126: Accessing Sms Text Messages
Review your message and press Send ( select the following additional messaging options by pressing Options ( Edit to edit the existing message before sending. Priority to set the message priority level [Normal or Urgent]. Call Back # to set the callback number. Save to Drafts to save the message without sending. -
Page 127: Using Preset Messages
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 Preset Messages Preset messages make sending text messages to your friends, family, and coworkers easier than ever. To add or edit preset messages: Select Menu >... -
Page 128: Using Caller Id
Using Caller ID Caller ID allows people to identify a caller before answering the phone by displaying the number of the incoming call. If you do not want your number displayed when you make a call, just follow these easy steps. To block your phone number from being displayed for a specific outgoing call: Press... -
Page 129: Making A Three-Way Call
Making a Three-Way Call With Three-Way Calling, you can talk to two people at the same time. When using this feature, the normal airtime rates will be charged for each of the two calls. To make a Three-Way Call: Enter a number you wish to call and press Once you have established the connection, enter the second number you wish to call and press puts the first caller on hold and dials the second... -
Page 130: Using Call Forwarding
Using Call Forwarding Call Forwarding lets you forward all your incoming calls to another phone number – even when your phone is turned off. You can continue to make calls from your phone when Call Forwarding is activated. To activate Call Forwarding: Press Enter the area code and phone number to which your future calls should be forwarded. -
Page 131: Using Voice-Activated Dialing
Using Voice-Activated Dialing Your phone features voice-activated dialing. You can call up to 20 stored entries by speaking the individual’s or company’s name into the microphone. Using the voice-activated dialing option requires that you first program the phone to recognize the name of the individual or company you are calling. -
Page 132: Programming The Phone For Voice Dialing
Programming the Phone for Voice Dialing Programming your phone for voice activated dialing is easy. The phone provides voice prompts and screen displays to guide you through the recording process. To program the phone for voice activated dialing: Select Menu > Voice Kit > Voice Dial > Record. The phone will prompt you to “Please say the name?”... -
Page 133: Setting Up Voice Dial
Setting Up Voice Dial Voice Dial is always active once you have programmed the phone with Voice Dial entries. To place voice activated calls, press and hold . Then say the name into the phone after you hear the voice prompt and the beep. You can also initiate a voice activated call by opening the flip, when this feature is activated. -
Page 134: Placing A Call Using Voice Dial
Placing a Call Using Voice Dial To place a call if Voice Dial is inactive: Open the flip and press and hold At the voice prompt, say the name into the phone. The phone automatically places the call if it recognizes the name. -
Page 135: Erasing Voice Dial Entries
Erasing Voice Dial Entries To erase an individual Voice Dial entry: Select Menu > Voice Kit > Voice Dial > Review. Highlight the desired entry using the navigation key. Select Options ( Select Yes to confirm and press To erase all Voice Dial entries: Select Menu >... -
Page 136: Managing Voice Memos
Managing Voice Memos You can use your phone’s Voice Services to record brief memos to remind you of important events, phone numbers, or grocery list items. Recording Voice Memos To record a voice memo: Select Menu > Voice Kit > Voice Memo > Record. Begin recording after the prompt. -
Page 137: Voice Memo Options
Voice Memo Options To play the voice memos you have recorded: Select Menu > Voice Kit > Voice Memo. Select Review and press of saved memos, with the first one selected.) Highlight the desired memo and press — or — Press the number corresponding to the memo you want to review. -
Page 138: Erasing Voice Memos
Erasing Voice Memos To erase an individual memo: Select Menu > Voice Kit > Voice Memo. Select Review and press Highlight the desired memo. Select Options ( Select Yes and press To erase all voice memos: Select Menu > Voice Kit > Voice Memo > Review. Select Options ( Select Yes and press Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics... -
Page 139: Sprint Pcs Voice Command
Sprint PCS Voice Command In This Section Getting Started With Sprint PCS Voice Command Creating Your Own Address Book Making a Call With Sprint PCS Voice Command Accessing Information Using Sprint PCS Voice Command With Sprint PCS Voice Command, reaching your friends, family, and coworkers has never been easier –... -
Page 140: Getting Started With Sprint Pcs Voice Command
Getting Started With Sprint PCS Voice Command With Sprint PCS Voice Command: You can store all your contacts’ phone numbers, so you can simply say the name of the person you want to call. There’s no need to punch in a lot of numbers, memorize voicemail passwords, or try to dial while you’re driving. -
Page 141: Creating Your Own Address Book
Creating Your Own Address Book You can program up to 299 names and numbers into your personal address book. Each entry will support up to five different numbers, with a maximum of 299 phone numbers supported; and with the advanced technology of Sprint PCS Voice Command, you can have instant access to all of them. -
Page 142: Making A Call With Sprint Pcs Voice Command
Making a Call With Sprint PCS Voice Command To make a call with Sprint PCS Voice Command: Press After the “Ready” prompt, simply say, in a natural voice, “Call” and the name of the person or the number you’d like to call. (For example, you can say, “Call Jane Smith at work,”... -
Page 143: Accessing Information Using Sprint Pcs Voice Command
Accessing Information Using Sprint PCS Voice Command To access information using Sprint PCS Voice Command: Press Say “Call the Web” and choose from a listing of information categories like news, weather, and sports. – or – Simply say “Call news room,” “Call the weather,” “Call Sports Central,”... -
Page 145: Section 4: Safety And Warranty Information
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Page 147: Important Safety Information
Important Safety Information In This Section General Precautions Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone Caring for the Battery Radiofrequency (RF) Energy Owner’s Record Phone Guide Proprietary Notice This phone guide contains important operational and safety information that will help you safely use your phone. Failure to read and follow the information provided in this phone guide may result in serious bodily injury, death, or property damage. -
Page 148: General Precautions
General Precautions There are several simple guidelines to operating your phone properly and Speak directly into the mouthpiece. Avoid exposing your phone and accessories to rain or liquid spills. If your phone does get wet, immediately turn the power off and remove the battery. - Page 149 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 radio frequency (RF) signals.
- Page 150 Turning Off Your Phone in Dangerous Areas To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your phone off when in a blasting area or in other areas with signs indicating two-way radios should be turned off. Construction crews often use remote-control RF devices to set off explosives.
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Page 151: Using Your Phone With A Hearing Aid Device
Not all phones have been rated. Phones that have been rated will have an “M3” or “M4” rating on the box. Your Sprint PCS Vision Phone A420 by Samsung has an M3 rating. Note: Phones rated M3 or M4 meet FCC requirements and may generate less interference to hearing devices than phones that are not labeled. - Page 152 Getting the Best Hearing Device Experience With Sprint PCS Vision Phone A420 by Samsung® To further minimize interference: There is usually less interference on the microphone setting than the telecoil setting. Set the phone’s Display and Keypad backlight settings to ensure the minimum time interval: Press Menu >...
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Page 153: Caring For The Battery
Caring for the Battery Protecting Your Battery The guidelines listed below help you get the most out of your battery’s performance. Recently, there have been some public reports of wireless phone batteries overheating, catching fire, or exploding. It appears that many, if not all, of these reports involve counterfeit or inexpensive, aftermarket-brand batteries with unknown or questionable manufacturing standards. -
Page 154: Radiofrequency (Rf) Energy
Special Note: Be sure to dispose of your battery properly. In some areas, the disposal of batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited. Radiofrequency (RF) Energy Understanding How Your Phone Operates Your phone is basically a radio transmitter and receiver. When it’s turned on, it receives and transmits radio frequency (RF) signals. -
Page 155: Owner's Record
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. Model: Sprint PCS® Phone A420 by Samsung® Serial No.: Section 4A: Important Safety Information... -
Page 156: Phone Guide Proprietary Notice
Phone Guide Proprietary Notice CDMA Technology is licensed by QUALCOMM Incorporated under one or more of the following patents: 4,901,307 5,109,390 5,267,262 5,416,797 5,506,865 5,544,196 5,657,420 5,101,501 5,267,261 5,414,796 5,504,773 5,535,239 5,600,754 5,778,338 5,228,054 5,337,338 5,710,784 5,056,109 5,568,483 5,659,569 5,490,165 5,511,073 T9 Text Input is licensed by Tegic Communications and is covered by U.S. -
Page 157: Manufacturer's Warranty
Sec tion 4B Manufacturer’s Warranty In This Section Manufacturer’s Warranty Your phone has been designed to provide you with reliable, worry-free service. If for any reason you have a problem with your equipment, please refer to the manufacturer’s warranty in this section. For information regarding the terms and conditions of service for your phone, please visit and click... -
Page 158: Manufacturer's Warranty
(i) the battery has been charged by a battery charger not specified or approved by SAMSUNG for charging the battery, (ii) any of the seals on the battery are broken or show evidence of tampering, or (iii) the battery has been used in equipment other than the SAMSUNG phone for which it is specified. - Page 159 Purchaser must pay all parts, shipping, and labor charges for the repair or return of such Product. What Are the Limits On SAMSUNG's Liability? EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY CONTAINED HEREIN, PURCHASER TAKES THE PRODUCT “AS IS,” AND SAMSUNG MAKES NO WARRANTY OR...
- Page 160 SOME STATES/PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE, USE, OR...
- Page 161 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. Samsung Telecommunications America, L.P.
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Page 163: Index
Index Symbols Numerics 3-Way Calling 113 Abbreviated Dialing 59 Airplane Mode 56 Alarm Clock 92 Answering Calls 29 Auto Answer Mode 61 Backlight 50 – Battery 21 Capacity 21 Charging 23 Installing 22 Calculator 94 Call Answer Mode 61 Call Forwarding 114 Call Guard 72 –... - Page 164 Signature 54 Phone (Illus.) 14 Phone Number Displaying 25 Finding 34 With Pauses 35 Phone Settings 43 Auto Answer Mode 61 Call Answer Mode 61 Display Settings 49 Location Settings 52 Messaging Settings 53 Sound Settings 44 – TTY Use 56 Plus (+) Code Dialing 36 Preset Messages 41 Resetting Your Phone 67...