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  • Page 1 ® BlackBerry Bold 9650 Smartphone ©2010 Sprint. SPRINT and the logo are trademarks of Sprint. Other marks are the property of their respective owners. 3/9/10...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    The BlackBerry Bold 9650 Smartphone ........
  • Page 3 Contacts ..............25 Calendar .
  • Page 4 BlackBerry 9650 Basics and Shortcuts ........59 Navigating Screens .

  • Page 5: Getting Started With Your Blackberry 9650

    Getting Started With Your BlackBerry 9650 Congratulations on purchasing a BlackBerry This introduces you to Sprint Service and all the features of your new Basics Guide ® BlackBerry device. Whether you are a first-time BlackBerry device user or you are already familiar with BlackBerry device technology, this guide is designed to make getting started as easy as possible.
  • Page 6 Get a brief tutorial on your BlackBerry device’s screen icons, navigation, and keyboard shortcuts in Find answers to some of your questions – and find out how to learn even more – in Frequently Asked Questions Before using your BlackBerry device or any accessories provided with the device, please read  Tip: Safety and Product Information ®...

  • Page 7: Getting To Know Your Blackberry 9650

    Getting to Know Your BlackBerry 9650 The BlackBerry Bold 9650 Smartphone Lock button Lock the keyboard Left Convenience key Open the voice dialing application Alt key Type the alternate character on a key Left Shift key Capitalize letters Symbol key...

  • Page 8: Navigating With Your Blackberry 9650

    Navigating With Your BlackBerry 9650 Menu key Open the menu in an application Slide your finger to move around a screen Click (press) to select an item Send key Answer a call Open the phone Call a highlighted phone number Getting to Know Your BlackBerry 9650 Escape key Move back a screen...

  • Page 9: Applications

    * Camera and Video Camera are not available in all BlackBerry Bold 9650 Smartphones. ** Before using the Video Camera, the microSD card must be properly inserted into the media card holder.
  • Page 10 Click Set Up Wi-Fi network. to find the main list of BlackBerry device options (including setting  Click Options the Convenience keys), Bluetooth settings, and wireless settings. C lick to view your contact list or add new contacts. Contacts Click to view help topics for your BlackBerry device.

  • Page 11: Setting Up Your Blackberry 9650

    Setting Up Your BlackBerry 9650 Set-Up Checklist ® Setting up your BlackBerry Insert the Battery (page 6). Charge the Battery (page 8). Turn Your BlackBerry 9650 On (page 9). Complete the Setup Wizard (page 9). Connect to the Nationwide Sprint Network (page 10). Set Up Your Sprint Voicemail (page 11).

  • Page 12: Insert The Battery

    Insert the Battery WARNING: Use only those accessories approved by Research In Motion (RIM). Using any accessories not approved by RIM for use with this particular BlackBerry device model might invalidate any approval or warranty applicable to the device, might result in the non-operation of the device, and may be dangerous.
  • Page 13 Insert the battery so that the metal contacts on the battery align with the metal contacts on your BlackBerry device (4), and press down to secure the battery (5). Slide the metal notches on the battery cover into the slots at the top of the device (6) and press down until the battery cover clicks into place (7).

  • Page 14: Charge The Battery

    If the battery is charged, your BlackBerry device should turn on. If the BlackBerry device does not turn on, charge the battery. Charge the Battery Connect the small end of the travel charger to the micro-USB port on the side of your BlackBerry device.

  • Page 15: Turn Your Blackberry 9650 On

    Turn Your BlackBerry 9650 On ® To turn the BlackBerry on the front of the device. Complete the Setup Wizard The setup wizard is designed to help you learn about navigation and typing, change options to personalize your BlackBerry device, set up wireless and Bluetooth up one or more supported email addresses.

  • Page 16: Connect To The Nationwide Sprint Network

    Connect to the Nationwide Sprint Network  When you turn on your BlackBerry device by pressing and holding the End/Power key ( ), it should automatically connect to the Nationwide Sprint Network. To connect to the network successfully, your Sprint service must be active, and you must  be in a Nationwide Sprint Network service area.

  • Page 17: Set Up Your Sprint Voicemail

    Set Up Your Sprint Voicemail Sprint voicemail is designed to transfer all unanswered calls to your BlackBerry device to your voicemail, whether your BlackBerry device’s phone is in use or turned off. You should set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your BlackBerry device is activated. From the Home screen, press and hold Follow the system prompts to: Create your passcode.

  • Page 18: Set Up A Wi-Fi Connection

    Set Up a Wi-Fi Your BlackBerry device allows you connect to an available Wi-Fi services as email service and Web browsing. Note: If your BlackBerry device is associated with an email account that uses a BlackBerry Server, your organization may prevent you from connecting to a Wi-Fi From the Home screen, click Click on an option to select it: to search for available Wi-Fi...

  • Page 19: Setting Up Email On Your Blackberry 9650

    Setting Up Email on Your BlackBerry 9650 Choosing Your Email Setup Option To begin sending and receiving email messages on your BlackBerry device, you must  set up your BlackBerry device with a supported email account. You may configure up to 10 supported accounts on your BlackBerry device.

  • Page 20: Blackberry Enterprise Server Option

    BlackBerry Enterprise Server Option Use this option to associate your BlackBerry device with a Microsoft ® account, IBM Lotus Notes and to take advantage of advanced capabilities for wireless data synchronization. If your administrator has provided you with an activation password, select the work email account with a BlackBerry Enterprise Server BlackBerry device.
  • Page 21 To set up your email account(s) from your BlackBerry device: In the setup wizard, on the email setup screen, select the option and then click address Click Next to open the email account setup application on your BlackBerry device. Carefully review the BlackBerry Prosumer Service Agreement. If you accept the terms of the agreement, click I Accept Select an option to begin setting up an account.

  • Page 22: Using The Blackberry Enterprise Server Option

    Using the BlackBerry Enterprise Server Option If your system administrator has provided you with an Enterprise Activation password, you can set up your supported email account directly from your BlackBerry device. To use Enterprise Activation from your BlackBerry device: In the setup wizard, on the email setup screen, select the with a BlackBerry Enterprise Server Type your supported corporate email account address.

  • Page 23: Using Your Blackberry 9650

    Using Your BlackBerry 9650 Now that you have your BlackBerry taking advantage of all its features. This section outlines many of the basic features of your BlackBerry device. For complete details, click ® on the BlackBerry User Tools CD that was packaged with your BlackBerry device. Here’s a list of basic features to get you started: Making and Answering Phone Calls (page 18) Voicemail (page 22)

  • Page 24: Making And Answering Phone Calls

    Making and Answering Phone Calls Making a Phone Call On the Home screen or on the phone screen, type a phone number and press the  key ( ). To end the call, press the Send Tip: Press the Send key ( Select a contact, call log, or phone number link on any screen and press the ...

  • Page 25: Using The Speakerphone

    Using the Speakerphone To turn the speakerphone on or off during a call, press the Call Waiting To answer an incoming call waiting call: When you hear the tone and see the “Waiting Call” message, press the ) to answer the incoming call and put the other call on hold. To switch between calls: Click the trackpad and then click Call Forwarding...

  • Page 26: Making Emergency Calls

    Adding and Changing Call Forwarding Numbers To add a call forwarding number: Press > Press and then click Click , type a phone number, and press the Use Once Press and then click To change a call forwarding number: Press >...
  • Page 27 Enhanced 911 (E911) Information Your BlackBerry device features an embedded Global Positioning System (GPS) chip necessary for utilizing E911 emergency location services where available. When you place an emergency 911 call, the GPS feature of your BlackBerry device begins to seek information to calculate your approximate location.

  • Page 28: Voicemail

    Voicemail Note: For information about setting up voicemail on your BlackBerry device, see “Set Up Your Sprint Voicemail” on page 11 for details. New Voicemail Message Alerts When you receive a new voice message, your BlackBerry device alerts you and prompts you to call your voicemail.

  • Page 29: Entering Text

    Entering Text Entering text on your BlackBerry device works the same as entering text on any full keyboard. Here are a few tips to help you along the way. Typing Tips To capitalize a letter, hold the letter key until the capitalized letter appears or press the key and then press the letter key.

  • Page 30: Accessing Email Messages

    Note: If you have set up more than one supported email account on your BlackBerry device, you can select an account from which to send the message. At the top of the message, in the press the Space key until the preferred email account appears. Accessing Email Messages Click ) to display a message list.

  • Page 31: Sending Pin Messages

    Sending PIN Messages A personal identification number (PIN) uniquely identifies each BlackBerry device on the network. If you know the PIN of another BlackBerry device user, you can send a PIN message to that person. To find your PIN, click Click ) and then press Messages...

  • Page 32: Calendar

    Calendar Adding an Appointment Click ) to display the calendar view, and then press Calendar Click Type the appointment details. Press and then click Viewing and Editing Appointments Click ) to display the calendar view, and then press Calendar Click the desired calendar view ( Note: If you are in Month view, you will need to click on a specific day to view appointments for that day.

  • Page 33: Camera

    Camera Status Indicators flash is turned on flash is turned off Note: Cameras may not be available in all BlackBerry Bold 9650 smartphones. ) to launch Camera automatic flash mode slow shutter speed Using Your BlackBerry 9650...

  • Page 34: Video Camera

    Video Camera Note: Before using the Video Camera, a microSD card must be inserted into the media card holder. The microSD card is preinstalled in your BlackBerry device. See “Inserting a microSD Card” on page 31 for details. Make sure a microSD card is present, and then click launch the video camera.

  • Page 35: Going To Web Pages

    Going to Web Pages Click ) to display the browser, and then do one of the following: Browser If a Web address field appears, type a Web address (URL) and press If no Web address field appears, press highlight a Web address and press Tip: To insert a period in a Web address, press the To insert a slash mark (/), press the...

  • Page 36: Locking And Unlocking The Blackberry 9650

    Locking and Unlocking the BlackBerry 9650 To lock your BlackBerry device: With a password set and enabled, on the Home screen, click To unlock your BlackBerry device: On the Lock screen, slide your finger on the trackpad. Click and then press the Enter Note: When the BlackBerry device is locked, you should be able to make an emergency call without dialing...

  • Page 37: Inserting A Microsd Card

    Inserting a microSD Card Use an optional microSD media card to extend the memory available on your BlackBerry device for storing your media files such as videos, ring tones, pictures, or songs. Your BlackBerry device comes with a microSD card preinstalled. Press the release button for the battery cover and slide the cover off.

  • Page 38: Location Settings

    Location Settings Your BlackBerry device is equipped with a Location feature for use in connection with location-based services that may be available. Where services are available, the Location feature allows the network to detect your position. Turning Location off will hide your location from everyone except 911 (where compatible wireless coverage is available and the emergency response center is equipped to process such information).

  • Page 39: Using Bluetooth With Your Blackberry 9650

    Using Bluetooth With Your BlackBerry 9650 Turning the Bluetooth Radio On or Off Click Manage Connections on or off. (A checkmark indicates that Bluetooth is enabled; no checkmark indicates that Bluetooth is disabled.) Pairing With a Bluetooth-Enabled Device You must pair your BlackBerry device with a Bluetooth-enabled device before you can connect to it.

  • Page 40: Installing The Blackberry Desktop Software

    Installing the BlackBerry Desktop Software ® Install the BlackBerry Desktop Software on a computer to allow you to perform any of the following actions: Synchronize organizer data such as contacts, calendar entries, tasks, and memos between your BlackBerry device and your computer. Back up and restore BlackBerry device data.
  • Page 41 Follow the onscreen instructions to: Select a language. Select a country or region. Carefully review the terms of the BlackBerry Software License Agreement. If you agree, click the appropriate button to accept the agreement. Enter the requested customer information. Perform one of the following actions: If you do not want to use the BlackBerry Desktop Software to synchronize certificates between your BlackBerry device and your computer, select the click...

  • Page 42: Finding Help With Other Features

    Finding Help With Other Features To access a full list of help topics for your BlackBerry device, click Home screen. To access a list of topics that are associated with the program that you are using,  press and then click To open the main list of topics for all programs, click screen.

  • Page 43: Using Advanced Sprint Services

    Using Advanced Sprint Services ® With your BlackBerry device and advanced data services from Sprint, you have access to a variety of entertaining and useful features – only on the Now Network Advanced Sprint service features include: Sprint TV (page 37) Sprint Music (page 39) Pocket Express (page 42) GPS Navigation (page 43)
  • Page 44 Click in the left panel and then scroll up or down to select a TV option. to see a list of featured channels. Featured to see what’s recommended by Sprint TV. Recommended to see a list of recently viewed channels. Recently Played to select from all available channels and categories.

  • Page 45: Sprint Music

    Sprint Music Sprint lets you use your BlackBerry device as a portable personal jukebox. With access to the Sprint Music Store, you can purchase and download digital music files to play on your BlackBerry device. Accessing the Sprint Music Store You can access the Sprint Music Store right from your BlackBerry device, anywhere on the Nationwide Sprint Network.
  • Page 46 gives you the option of searching for specific songs or artists. Just use your keypad Search to enter your search criteria. Select a song and click on it. (The song information screen is displayed.) Select an option: to play an audio clip of the selected song. Preview to purchase the song and download it to your BlackBerry device’s ...

  • Page 47: Backing Up Your Downloaded Music Files

    To begin playing your music, select a song and click on the title. To pause or resume playing, press the space key. To skip to the next or previous song, slide your finger right or left across the trackpad. To view the current playlist, slide your finger up or down the trackpad. To begin playing another song, highlight the title and click the trackpad.

  • Page 48: Pocket Express

    Pocket Express ® Pocket Express gives you quick and easy access to the most popular Web information and categories instantly. The categories use the information you provide to customize the content you receive, so you can get the information you want right now. Getting Started With Pocket Express From the Home screen, click follow the prompts to download the application.

  • Page 49: Gps Navigation

    GPS Navigation Sprint Navigation gives you turn-by-turn route directions onscreen. Tip: For live turn-by-turn instructions both onscreen and over the speakerphone, upgrade to a Sprint Navigation Premium subscription. Contact Sprint or visit pricing. Getting Started With Sprint Navigation From the Home screen, click If prompted, click to grant the application Trusted Application status.

  • Page 50: Additional Sprint Services

    Upgrade to Sprint Navigation Premium Lite to Sprint Navigation Premium. You can upgrade for a 24-hour period or upgrade permanently with a monthly subscription. Note: For more information, visit Additional Sprint Services More advanced services, including NASCAR Sprint Cup Mobile, Facebook, Pandora, MySpace, and Flickr, are available for use on your BlackBerry device.

  • Page 51: Sprint Worldwide

    Sprint Worldwide Your BlackBerry device allows you to roam throughout the world using both CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access) and GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) networks. (Subject to network availability. For a complete list of countries, visit Getting Started With Sprint Worldwide Service (page 46) Activating Global Roaming Mode (page 48) Making and Receiving Worldwide Calls (page 49) Sprint Voicemail Service (page 51)

  • Page 52: Getting Started With Sprint Worldwide Service

    Getting Started With Sprint Worldwide Service Before using your BlackBerry device in global roaming mode, you must activate Sprint Worldwide service. To activate Sprint Worldwide service: Chat with or email an international support rep by visiting clicking the Chat with us –...
  • Page 53 Press and hold the release button (1) and slide off the battery cover (2 and 3). If necessary, remove the battery. Remove the SIM card from any packaging, and hold the card so that the metal contacts on the SIM card face down and the cutoff corner points toward the top-left corner of the BlackBerry device.

  • Page 54: Activating Global Roaming Mode

    Replace the battery (6 and 7) and battery cover (8 and 9). (See “Insert the Battery” on page 6.) Activating Global Roaming Mode Your BlackBerry device is designed to enter global roaming mode automatically when you activate your Sprint Worldwide service, meaning that it should automatically connect to an appropriate CDMA network or GSM network when you travel.

  • Page 55: Making And Receiving Worldwide Calls

    Making and Receiving Worldwide Calls When traveling on international networks, you can place and answer calls as you would on the Sprint network (see “Making and Answering Phone Calls” on page 17), although some additional instructions may be required to place a call. Certain features and services are not available in all countries.

  • Page 56: Making Calls Within A Country (Local Or Long Distance Dialing)

    Making Calls Within a Country (Local or Long Distance Dialing) The steps for placing a call within a country are identical to those for calling country-to- country, except it is not necessary to enter the country code. Note: Some countries require additional dialing steps for calling a mobile number; you will need to verify you are dialing the number the same as you would from a wireline phone in that country.

  • Page 57: Sprint Voicemail Service

    Sprint Voicemail Service Your Sprint voicemail will follow you as you travel. All of your unanswered calls will be forwarded to your Sprint voicemail. You will need to be sure your voicemail box is already set up and that you know your voicemail passcode (see page 11). Note: In India, Sprint voicemail is not available while roaming on the GSM network;...

  • Page 58: Voicemail Troubleshooting

    Retrieving Voicemail Messages The voicemail retrieval process while traveling is the same as on the Sprint network; however, you will be required to enter your voicemail passcode. To retrieve your voicemail messages: Click ), highlight the voicemail access entry (see “Setting Up Your Contacts Voicemail Access Number”...

  • Page 59: International Data Roaming

    International Data Roaming Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service can also keep you connected via email and Web browsing when traveling in countries in which Sprint offers data service. Data services are available on both CDMA and GSM networks; check services available where you are traveling. Note: Prior to using your Sprint Worldwide GSM Data Services, you must establish and utilize your CDMA data services domestically on the Nationwide Sprint Network.
  • Page 60 Select Network Selection Mode > Manual available networks. Select the network that supports Sprint International GSM Data Roaming. (Check for a list of which carriers in which countries support GSM Data.) www.sprint.com/sww Note: When traveling, it may be necessary to select a new compatible GSM data service carrier each time you enter a new country.

  • Page 61: Sprint Worldwide Sm Wireless Service

    Understanding Status Messages You may receive status messages under certain conditions. Before contacting Sprint Worldwide Customer Support, note the message, numeric code, and the conditions under which it appeared. The following table lists and describes the status messages. Status Messages Number Not in The number that you entered is not valid.
  • Page 62 Service This service cannot be enabled because an incompatible service has already Conflict been turned on. Please Try An error occurred. Note the error code and try again. Again Self Check A fault was detected with your phone. If this error recurs, note the error and Error contact Sprint Customer Service.

  • Page 63: Contacting Sprint

    Contacting Sprint If you experience any issues with voice or data services while outside of the United States, Sprint offers customer support 24 hours a day. In the event that you do experience an issue, try the following actions: First try powering your device off and then back on; this will force your BlackBerry device to reregister with the network.
  • Page 64 From a landline phone when outside the United States: Sprint Worldwide Customer Support can be reached from a landline phone at  . Access or connection fees may apply. The toll free numbers  1-817-698-4199, option 3 below can also be used to contact Sprint Worldwide Customer Support in the following countries: Country Caribbean (Anguila, Barbados, Cayman Islands,...

  • Page 65: Blackberry 9650 Basics And Shortcuts

    BlackBerry 9650 Basics and Shortcuts Navigating Screens ® Lock the BlackBerry device keyboard Unlock the BlackBerry device keyboard Lock the BlackBerry device Unlock the BlackBerry device Return to the previous screen Return to the Home screen Click an item Select multiple items Switch between programs Turn the BlackBerry device on or off Press the...

  • Page 66: Typing And Editing

    Typing and Editing Capitalize a letter Insert a period Type the alternate character on a key Insert a symbol Insert an accented character Select text Select characters Copy selected text Cut selected text Paste selected text Cancel a selection BlackBerry 9650 Basics and Shortcuts Press and hold the letter Press twice...

  • Page 67: Fields

    Fields Menus To change values in a field, highlight the field, click the trackpad, and click a value. On an option screen, you can also select an option and click the trackpad. Click Change Option value. To view a menu, press .

  • Page 68: Status Indicators

    Status Indicators Shift mode Number lock mode Alt mode alarm set missed call count unopened message count missed calendar reminder voicemail message roaming BlackBerry 9650 Basics and Shortcuts sending data receiving data ® Bluetooth Bluetooth technology connected unopened message opened message message with an attachment message is high...

  • Page 69: Battery Status Indicators

    Battery Status Indicators Full battery power Low battery power Charging Battery Tips Try the following tips to help extend your BlackBerry device’s battery life: Set the BlackBerry device to turn on and turn off automatically. Charge your BlackBerry device regularly. Keep your battery connections clean.

  • Page 70: Wireless Network Coverage

    Wireless Network Coverage You must be connected to the Nationwide Sprint Network to begin using many of the  features of your BlackBerry device. To connect to or disconnect from the network, click Manage Connections for the area in which you are using your BlackBerry device. You can use the phone, send and receive email messages, PIN messages, and SMS text messages.

  • Page 71: Wi-Fi Coverage Indicators

    Wi-Fi Coverage Indicators  You can send and receive email messages and use the browser over a  Wi-Fi connection.  + Wi-Fi network name  Your BlackBerry device is connected to a Wi-Fi network but does not have  access to BlackBerry services over the Wi-Fi connection.

  • Page 72: Shortcuts

    Shortcuts Your BlackBerry device offers a number of keyboard shortcuts to help make navigating your device easier and faster. Phone Shortcuts Open the phone screen or make a phone call End a call Turn mute on or off during a call Turn speakerphone on or off during a call Change the volume during a call Dial a letter in a phone number...

  • Page 73: Browser Shortcuts

    Browser Shortcuts Open a selected link Go to a specific Web page Insert a period in the Web address field Insert a slash mark (/) in the Web address field Go back one page Exit the browser Open the bookmark list Add a bookmark Go down one page Go up one page...

  • Page 74: Message List Shortcuts

    Message List Shortcuts Open a selected message Reply to sender Reply to all Forward message Move to the next unopened message Move down one screen Move up one screen Move to the top of the list Move to the bottom of the list Compose a message Display the phone call log BlackBerry 9650 Basics and Shortcuts...

  • Page 75: Calendar Shortcuts

    Calendar Shortcuts Go to the next day, week, or month Go to the previous day, week, or month Move the cursor horizontally in week view Move the cursor vertically in month view Note: For the Calendar shortcuts to work in Day view, in the calendar options, set the field to Press Press...

  • Page 76: Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions Why does my BlackBerry device not turn on? The power might be off. Press and hold the The battery might not be charged. See “Charge the Battery” on page 8 for more information. Why does my BlackBerry device not charge? A connection might not be complete.
  • Page 77 Why can I not send or receive email messages? Verify that your BlackBerry device is connected to the Nationwide Sprint Network and that you are in a wireless coverage area. See “ Connect to the Nationwide Sprint Network” on page 10 for more information. Verify that you have set up a supported email account for use with your BlackBerry device.
  • Page 78 Can I set up for email using both the BlackBerry Enterprise Server and a personal email address? If your wireless service permits email setup using more than one service, first complete the steps in “Using the BlackBerry Enterprise Server Option” on page 16, followed by the steps in “Creating or Adding an Email Account”...

  • Page 79: Blackberry Email - Frequently Asked Questions

    Where can I download games and ring tones for my BlackBerry device? Ring tones are available by clicking Media > Ring Tones > > Download Ring Tones Many third-party vendors offer games, ring tones, and other programs for your BlackBerry ®...
  • Page 80 When I add a supported email address, how does it work with my BlackBerry device? When you add a supported email account (up to 10) to your BlackBerry device, a link is established between your Sprint Everything Data account and the email account that is associated with the email address you have added.

  • Page 81: Where Can I Find More Information

    Where Can I Find More Information? User Guide The full user guide for your BlackBerry device, can be found on the BlackBerry User Tools CD that was packaged with your device. Help Help is only a few clicks away on your BlackBerry device. To learn more about how to use your BlackBerry device, click In any menu on your BlackBerry device, press associated with the program that you are using.

  • Page 82: Safety And Product Information

    Safety and Product Information Important Safety Precautions Description ® Before you use your BlackBerry device, it is important that you read the compliance information and the guidelines for the safe use of your BlackBerry device that are found in this guide. Use only approved batteries with your BlackBerry device.
  • Page 83 Description When you wear the BlackBerry device close to your body, use a RIM approved holster with an integrated belt clip or maintain a distance of 0.98 in. (25 mm) between your BlackBerry device and your body while the BlackBerry device is transmitting. Use of bodyworn accessories, other than RIM approved holsters with an integrated belt clip, might cause your BlackBerry device to exceed radio frequency (RF) exposure standards if the accessories are worn on your body while the BlackBerry device is...
  • Page 84 Description Exposure to flashing lights on the BlackBerry device can cause epileptic seizures or blackouts and might be dangerous to you or others. If you are susceptible to epileptic seizures or blackouts, consult your physician before you use the BlackBerry device. Do not use your BlackBerry device while driving unless you are permitted by law to use the BlackBerry device in hands-free mode.

  • Page 85: Safety Information

    Safety Information ® Please read these safety and operation instructions before using the BlackBerry device or any accessories provided with the device. Retain these instructions for future use. ® In some countries there may be restrictions on using Bluetooth enabled and wireless devices with encryption software.

  • Page 86: Battery Safety And Disposal

    Battery Safety and Disposal ® The BlackBerry device contains a removable lithium-ion battery. Do not dispose of either the BlackBerry device or the lithium-ion battery in a fire. Dispose of the lithium-ion battery in accordance with the laws and regulations in your area governing disposal of such cell types. The lithium-ion battery might present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated.

  • Page 87: Driving And Walking Safely

    Safe Use Guidelines ● Do not place heavy objects on the BlackBerry Do not attempt to modify or service the BlackBerry device. ● Do not attempt to cover or push objects into openings on the BlackBerry device unless instructed to do ●...

  • Page 88: Interference With Electronic Equipment

    Antenna Care Use only the supplied integrated antenna. Unauthorized antenna modifications or attachments could ® damage the BlackBerry device and might violate U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations. Operating and Storage Temperatures ® Situate the BlackBerry device or device accessories away from heat sources, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

  • Page 89: Dangerous Areas

    Hearing aids: Some digital wireless devices may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, consult your wireless service provider or contact the manufacturer of your hearing aid to discuss alternatives. If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your Other medical devices: device to determine if the device is adequately shielded from external RF energy.

  • Page 90: Additional Safety Guidelines

    To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn off all wireless connections on the Blasting areas: BlackBerry device when in a “blasting area” or in areas posted: “Turn off two-way radio.” Obey all signs and instructions. Service Only qualified service personnel should perform repairs to the BlackBerry supply cables from the computer or electrical outlet and refer the BlackBerry device or charging accessory for service to qualified service personnel if any of the following situations occur: the power supply cord, plug, or connector is damaged...
  • Page 91 When taking, processing, or using pictures, obey all laws, regulations, procedures, and policies, including, without limitation, any copyright, personal privacy, trade secret, or security laws which might govern or restrict you while using the BlackBerry device. Honor the personal rights of others. Copyright protections might prevent you from copying, modifying, transferring, or forwarding some pictures, music (including ring tones), or other content.

  • Page 92: Compliance Information

    The BlackBerry device might not come with a holster (body-worn accessory). If you wear the Holster: BlackBerry device on your body, always put the BlackBerry device in a BlackBerry device holster equipped with an integrated belt clip supplied or approved by Research In Motion. If you do not use a holster equipped with an integrated belt clip supplied or approved by RIM when you carry the BlackBerry device, keep the BlackBerry device at least 0.98 in.
  • Page 93 International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP), 1998, Guidelines for Limiting Exposure to Time-Varying Electric, Magnetic, and Electromagnetic fields (up to 300 GHz) Official Journal of the European Union (OJEU), 1999, Council Recommendation of 12 July 1999 on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields (0 Hz to 300 GHz) MIC, 2001, Article 14-2 of the Ordinance for Regulating Radio Equipment To maintain compliance with FCC, IC, MIC, and EU RF exposure guidelines when you carry the BlackBerry device on your body, use only accessories equipped with an integrated belt clip that are...

  • Page 94: Specific Absorption Rate Data

    The highest SAR value for each device model when tested for use at the ear is outlined below: Device BlackBerry Bold 9650 Smartphone The highest reported SAR value for this BlackBerry device when clipped on a belt, in a Research In Motion approved holster equipped with an integrated belt clip, is outlined below.
  • Page 95 “Additional safety guidelines” section of this document. Device BlackBerry Bold 9650 Smartphone Body-worn measurements differ among wireless device and phone models, depending upon available accessories and FCC, IC, and The Council of the European Union requirements.

  • Page 96: Fcc Compliance Statement (United States)

    FCC Compliance Statement (United States) FCC Class B Part 15 This device complies with Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 97: Us Information Concerning The Federal Communications Commission ("Fcc") Requirements For Hearing Aid Compatibility With Wireless Devices

    US Information Concerning the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”) Requirements for Hearing Aid Compatibility With Wireless Devices When wireless devices are used near hearing devices (such as hearing aids and cochlear implants), users may detect a buzzing, humming, or whining noise. Some hearing devices are more immune than others to this interference, and wireless devices also vary in the amount of interference that they generate.

  • Page 98: Industry Canada Certification

    This BlackBerry device complies with Industry Canada RSS standards under the certification number for your device as listed below. Device BlackBerry Bold 9650 Smartphone Class B Compliance ® This BlackBerry device complies with the Class B limits for radio noise emissions as set out in the interferencecausing equipment standard entitled “Digital Apparatus,”...

  • Page 99: Additional Regulatory Conformance

    Additional Regulatory Conformance Specific details about compliance to the following standards and regulatory bodies for your BlackBerry device may be obtained from Research In Motion: Device BlackBerry Bold 9650 Smartphone www.blackberry.com/go/declarationofconformity Applicable Conformance Information PCS Type Certification Review Board (PTCRB)

  • Page 100: Blackberry Device Product Information

    BlackBerry Device Product Information Product Information: BlackBerry Bold 9650 Smartphone Mechanical properties: ● weight: approximately 3.7 oz (106 g) including lithium-ion battery ● size (L x W x H): 4.29 x 2.36 x 0.54 in. (109 x 60 x 13.88 mm) 512 MB flash memory ●...

  • Page 101: Legal Notice

    Legal Notice ©2010 Sprint. SPRINT and the logo are trademarks of Sprint.  ® ® ® ©2010 Research In Motion Limited. All rights reserved. BlackBerry , RIM , Research In Motion , and related trademarks, names and logos are the property of Research In Motion Limited and are registered and/or used in the U.S.
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  • Page 105: Index

    Index AIM Mail 15 Answering Phone Calls 18 Antenna Care 82 AOL Mail 15 Applications Overview 3 Battery Charge 8 Disposal 80 Insert 6 Safety 80 Status Indicators 63 Tips 63 BlackBerry Bold Device Navigation 2, 59 Disposal 80 Illus. 1 Password 29 Product Information 92 Service 84...
  • Page 106 Escape Key 2 EU Regulatory Conformance 92 Facebook 44 FAQs 70–75 FCC Compliance 90 Folders 4 Getting Started i Global Roaming Mode 48 Gmail 15 GPS Navigation 43 Hearing Aid Compatibility 91 Hotmail 15 Industry Canada Certification 92 International Data Roaming 53 CDMA Networks 54 GSM Networks 53 International Roaming see Sprint...
  • Page 107 Radio Frequency Signal Exposure 86 Safety Precautions 76–78 Send Key 2 Setup Wizard 9 Shortcuts Browser 67 Calendar 69 Message List 68 Phone 66 SIM Card 46 Social Networking Folder 44 Speakerphone 19 Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) 88 Sports & Entertainment Folder 44 Sprint Music 39–41 Backing Up Music 41 Sprint Music Store...
  • Page 108 Unlocking the Device 30 User Guide 36, 75 Video Camera 28 Voicemail International 51 New Message Alerts 22 Options 22 Passcode 11 Retrieving 22 Setup 11 Web Browsing 29 Wi-Fi Coverage Indicators 65 Profiles 12 Setup 12 Windows Live Mail 15 Wireless Service Coverage Indicators 64 Yahoo! Mail 15...

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