Page 1 User’s Guide Vision-enabled PCS Phone Model [SPH-A600] LMA600_070103_D13...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
2A.Your PCS Phone: The Basics ........8...
Page 3 2C. Setting Your Phone’s Security ....... . 37 Accessing the Security Menu ........38 Locking Your Phone .
Page 4 2J. Using Your Phone’s Camera ........96...
Page 5 Voicemail Notification ........109...
Page 6 Using the Browser Menu ........142...
Page 7: Welcome To Sprint
If you have not read your Start Here Guide, go to Section One – Getting Started. This section provides all the information you need to quickly activate your phone, set up your voicemail, and much more.
Page 8: Introduction
You can print this guide to keep on hand or to view it online. If you're viewing it online, simply click on a topic in the Table of Contents or Index or on any page reference. The PDF will automatically display the appropriate page.
Page 9: Section 1: Getting Started
S e c t i o n 1 Getting Started...
Page 10: Setting Up Service
Getting Started With PCS Service Setting Up Voicemail Getting Help his section walks you through setting up service for your PCS Phone, unlocking your phone, setting up your voicemail, and contacting Sprint for assistance with your PCS Service. Section 1: Getting Started...
Page 11: Getting Started With Pcs Service
Tip: If you can’t recall your lock code, try using the last four digits of either your Social Security number or PCS Phone Number or try 0000. If none of these work, call PCS Customer Solutions...
Page 12: Setting Up Your Voicemail
Setting Up Your Voicemail All unanswered calls to your PCS Phone are automatically transferred to 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 PCS Phone is activated.
Page 13 There is a per-call charge and you will be billed for airtime. Press Section 1: Getting Started 1A: Setting Up Service on your PCS Phone www.sprintpcs.com...
Page 14 PCS Operator Services PCS Operator Services can provide assistance in placing collect calls or calls billed to a local telephone calling card or third party. Press For more information or to see the latest in products and services, visit us online at Note: PCS Operator Services may not be available in all Affiliate markets.
Page 15: Section 2: Understanding Your Pcs Phone
S e c t i o n 2 Understanding Your PCS Phone...
Page 16: Your Pcs Phone: The Basics
Displaying Your Phone Number Making and Answering Calls our PCS Phone is packed with features that simplify your life and expand your ability to stay connected to the people and information that are important to you. This section will guide you through the basic functions and calling features of your phone.
Page 17: Front View Of Phone
Front View of Phone Section 2: Understanding Your PCS Phone 2A: Your PCS Phone - The Basics...
Page 18: Key Functions
3. Display Screen: The display screen displays all the information needed to operate your phone. 4. Rotating Flip: The flip rotates to the right and can be folded down placing it on top in a closed and working position.
Page 19 PCS Wireless Web browser. 20. END: Ends a call. Press and hold this key for a few seconds to turn your phone On or Off. While in the main menu, it returns the phone to standby mode and cancels your input.
Page 20: Viewing The Display Screen
25. Position Location: This icon indicates that the position location is active. Viewing the Display Screen This list identifies the symbols you’ll see on your display screen. displays your current signal strength.The more lines you have, the stronger your signal.
Page 21: Features Of Your Pcs Phone
(page 149). Downloadable games, ringers, screen savers, and more allow you to turn down time into fun time and to personalize your phone (page 132). The built-in organizer lets you schedule alerts to remind you of important events (page 78).
Page 22: Turning Your Phone On And Off
– the phone’s idle state. At this point, you are ready to begin making and receiving calls. If your phone is unable to find a signal after 15 minutes of searching, a Power Save feature is automatically activated.
Page 23: Using The Battery
Battery Capacity Your PCS Phone is equipped with a Lithium Ion (LiIon) battery. It allows you to recharge your battery before it is fully drained. The battery provides approximately 3 hours of continuous digital talk time (1.5 hours in analog) or approximately 240 hours of continuous digital standby time (17 hours in analog).
Page 24 3. Slide the battery down and remove. Charging the Battery Your PCS Phone comes with a rechargeable battery. You should charge the battery 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.
Page 25: Displaying Your Phone Number
If properly connected, you should see the charging lights. A red light on the desktop charger and an animated battery icon on the phone indicates that the battery is charging. A green light on the desktop charger indicates that the battery is at least 90 percent charged.
Page 26: Making And Answering Calls
To redial your last outgoing call, press Tip: When making calls off the enhanced Sprint Nationwide PCS Network, always dial using 11 digits (1 + area code + phone number). Answering Calls 1. Make sure your phone is on. (If your phone is off, incoming calls go to voicemail).
Page 27: Missed Call Notification
The following option is also displayed. To select an option, press the corresponding softkey button. END to mute the ringer. Answering a Roam Call With Call Guard Enabled To answer a call when you are roaming and Call Guard is enabled: Press Guard” on page 48 for additional information.) Note: If your phone is off, incoming calls go to voicemail.
Page 28: Using One/Two/Three Touch Speed Dialing
10-99, or three key presses for locations 100-300. To use One-Touch Dialing Press and hold the appropriate key for a few seconds. The display confirms that the number has been dialed when it shows “Calling”. To use Two-Touch Dialing for Speed Dial locations 10-99: 1.
Page 29: In-Call Options
Username, and PRL being used. End-of-Call Options After receiving a call from or making a call to a phone number that is not in your Internal Phone Book, the phone number, the duration of the call and the following menu options are displayed for 10 seconds.
Page 30: Finding A Phone Number
You can search Internal Phone Book entries for phone numbers that contain a specific string of numbers. To find a phone number: 1. Enter one to four numbers of the last four digits of a phone number and press 2. Press...
Page 31: Dialing From The Internal Phone Book
4. Press Save to save the number in your Internal Phone Book. When dialing a number with a hard pause, select Talk to send the next set of numbers. Dialing From the Internal Phone Book To dial directly from an Internal Phone Book entry: 1.
Page 32 Section 2: Understanding Your PCS Phone 2A: Your PCS Phone - The Basics...
Page 33: Controlling Your Phone's Settings
Take a few moments to review these options and add or adjust the settings that are right for you. Section 2: Understanding Your PCS Phone 2B: Controlling Your Phone’s Settings...
Page 34: Sound Settings
4. Press Tip: You can adjust the ringer volume in Standby mode or the earpiece volume during a call by using the volume keys on the side of your phone. Ringer Types Ringer types help you identify incoming calls and messages.
Page 35 Your PCS Phone provides a variety of ringer options which allow you to customize your ring and volume settings. To select a ringer type for voice calls so you recognize when a certain type of call is coming in by the ringer: 1.
Page 36: Selecting A Key Tone
5. Press 6. Press the navigation button left or right to select Ring Tones, Melodies, or Downloaded ringers. 7. Press the navigation button down and then left or right to select the desired Ringer. 8. Press Selecting a Key Tone Your phone offers a number of options for selecting the audible tones accompanying a key press.
Page 37: Alert Notification
Select On or Off using the navigation key and press Silence Mode 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.
Page 38: Display Settings
Display Settings Changing the Text Greeting The text greeting can be up to 14 characters and is displayed on your phone’s screen in standby mode. You may choose to display a custom greeting or you may display your PCS User Name on the phone’s screen (the default setting).
Page 39: Changing The Backlight Time Length
Long backlight settings affect the battery’s talk and standby times. Changing the Display Screen Your new PCS Phone offers options for what you see on the display screen while powering on or off and when in standby mode. To change the display images: 1.
Page 40: Changing The Phone's Menu Style
To enable your phone’s Location feature: 1. Press 2. Press 3. Press 4. Press 5. Press the navigation key up or down to select On or Off. 6. Press When the Location feature is on, your phone’s standby screen will display the icon will display.
Page 41: Airplane Mode
Airplane Mode When your phone is in Airplane Mode, it cannot send or receive any calls or access online information. You may still use the phone’s other features, such as Games, Notepad, Voice Memos, etc., while you are in Airplane Mode.
Page 42 The problem encountered appears related to TTY equipment or software used by PSAPs. This matter has been brought to the attention of the FCC, and the wireless industry and PSAP community are currently working to resolve this. Section 2: Understanding Your PCS Phone 2B: Controlling Your Phone’s Settings...
Page 43: Phone Setup Options
To assign your shortcut key: 1. Press 2. Press 3. Press 4. Press Key, or 5. Press the navigation key up or down to select one of the following functions: Phone Book Voice Memo Scheduler Messaging Voice Dial...
Page 44: Call Answer Mode
1. Press 2. Press 3. Press 4. Press 5. Press the navigation key up or down to select Yes or No. 6. Press Display Language To assign a language for the phone’s display: 1. Press 2. Press 3.
Page 45: Setting Your Phone's Security
Unlocking Your Phone Using Special Numbers Security Features for PCS Vision y using the security settings on your PCS Phone, you receive peace of mind without sacrificing flexibility. With several options available, you can customize your phone to meet your personal needs.
Page 46: Accessing The Security Menu
5. The security menu is displayed. Tip: If you can’t recall your lock code, try using the last four digits of either your Social Security number or PCS Phone Number or try 0000. If none of these work, call PCS Customer Solutions at 1-888-211-4PCS (4727).
Page 47: Calling In Lock Mode
3. Re-enter your new lock code and press Calling in Lock Mode You can place calls to 911 and to your special numbers when in lock mode. To place an outgoing call in lock mode: To call an emergency number, special number, or...
Page 48: Using Special Numbers
6. Press the navigation key up or down to select Allow all, PBook Only, or Special# Only and Press Note: Restricted incoming calls are forwarded to voicemail. Using Special Numbers You can save up to three special numbers in addition to your Internal Phone Book entries (the same number may be in both directories).
Page 49: Erase Pictures
To reset your phone: 1. From the Security menu, press 2. Press the navigation key up and select Yes. 3. Press 4. Press the navigation key up again to confirm and select Yes. 5. Press Reset Picture Account This option erases the token information for your Sprint Vision picture account.
Page 50: Security Features For Pcs Vision
PCS Vision services. Enable/Disable Vision You can sign in or out of PCS Vision services without turning off your phone; however you will not have access to all PCS Vision services, including Web and messaging if you disable vision.
Page 51: Net Guard
Always Auto-Connect If you select Connect, you are connected to PCS vision services and you are prompted again the next time you sign in. If you select Always-Auto-Connect, you are connected automatically each time you sign in to PCS vision services. To set net guard: 1.
Page 52: Controlling Your Roaming Experience
Setting Your Phone’s Roam Mode Controlling Roaming Charges Using Call Guard oaming is the ability to make or receive calls when you’re off the enhanced Sprint Nationwide PCS Network. Your new dual band/tri mode PCS Phone works anywhere on the enhanced Sprint Nationwide PCS Network and allows you to roam on other networks where we’ve implemented roaming agreements with...
Page 53: Understanding Roaming
Other Digital Networks Tip: Remember, when you are using your phone off the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network, always dial numbers using 11 digits (1 + area code + number). Note: You will pay a higher per-minute rate for roaming calls.
Page 54 (whether digital or analog), your call is dropped. If your call is dropped in an area where you think PCS Service is available, turn your phone off and on again to reconnect to the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network.
Page 55: Setting Your Phone's Roam Mode
Setting Your Phone’s Roam Mode Your PCS Phone allows you to control your ability to roam. 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: 1.
Page 56: Controlling Roaming Charges Using Call Guard
4. Press 5. Press prompt displays and then disappears from the display screen. 6. Press the navigation key up or down to select On or Off. 7. Press If active, an extra step is required to make or take roaming calls.
Page 57 2. A message is displayed notifying you that roaming charges apply. Press Remember if the Call Guard feature is set to On, you need to take extra steps to make and receive roaming calls even if you have selected the Analog setting (see page 46).
Page 58: Navigating Through Menus
Menu Navigation Menu Structure Viewing the Menus his section is a road map to using your PCS Phone. Every function and feature can be accessed through an onscreen menu. Take a few moments to learn your way around and you’ll find your phone easier to use.
Page 59: Menu Navigation
The navigation key on your PCS 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 60: Viewing The Menus
Viewing the Menus Menu Diagram The following list outlines your phone’s menu structure. 1: Call History 1: Missed Calls 2: Outgoing Calls 3: Incoming Calls 4: Erase History 1: Missed Calls 2: Outgoing Calls 3: Incoming Calls 4: All Calls...
Page 61 3: Incoming Call 4: Erase 4: Online Pictures 5: Settings 1: Picture Lock 1: On 2: Off 2: Shutter Sound 1: Shutter 1 2: Shutter 2 3: Say Cheese 4: Shutter 4 Section 2: Understanding Your PCS Phone 2E: Navigating Through Menus...
Page 62 8: Settings 1: Display 1: Menu Style 1: Camera 2: Nature 2: Screen Saver 1: Local Image 1: Polar Bear 2: World Time 3: Calendar 4: Launch Pad 5: Digital Clock Section 2: Understanding Your PCS Phone 2E: Navigating Through Menus...
Page 63 2: Sounds 1: Ringer Volume 1: Calls 2: Messages 3: Alarms 2: Ringer Type 1: Voice Calls 1: With Caller ID 2: No Caller ID 2: Messages 1: Voicemail 2: Notifications Section 2: Understanding Your PCS Phone 2E: Navigating Through Menus...
Page 64 2: Reset Digits 1: Yes 2: No 3: Set Active 1: Talk Only 2: Talk and Flip 4: Choice List 1: Digit Dial 1: Yes 2: No 2: Name Dial 1: Yes Section 2: Understanding Your PCS Phone 2E: Navigating Through Menus...
Page 65 2: No 7: Airplane Mode 1: On 2: Off 8: Launch Pad 1: Up Key 1: Phone Book 2: Voice Memo 3: Scheduler 4: Messaging 5: Voice Dial 6: Ringer Type Section 2: Understanding Your PCS Phone 2E: Navigating Through Menus...
Page 66 5: Voice Dial 6: Ringer Type 7: Downloads 8: Display 9: Alarms 10: Calculator 9: Others 1: Abbrev. Dial 1: On 2: Off 2: Restriction 1: Outgoing Call 1: Allow all Section 2: Understanding Your PCS Phone 2E: Navigating Through Menus...
Page 67 2: Off 8: Game Pad 1: Get Device 2: Key Remap 1: Cursor Key 1: Up Key Section 2: Understanding Your PCS Phone 2E: Navigating Through Menus 1: Up Key 2: Down Key 3: Left Key 4: Right Key 5: Camera Key...
Page 68 2: Down Key 3: Left Key Section 2: Understanding Your PCS Phone 2E: Navigating Through Menus 18: #7 Key 19: #8 Key 20: #9 Key 21: #0 Key 22: Star Key 23: Pound Key 24: Launching 1: Up Key 2: Down Key...
Page 69 4: Right Key 2: Fire Key 1: Fire A Key Section 2: Understanding Your PCS Phone 2E: Navigating Through Menus 14: #3 Key 15: #4 Key 16: #5 Key 17: #6 Key 18: #7 Key 19: #8 Key 20: #9 Key...
Page 70 2: Fire B Key 3: Fire C Key Section 2: Understanding Your PCS Phone 2E: Navigating Through Menus 9: Back Key 10: End Key 11: Menu Key 12: #1 Key 13: #2 Key 14: #3 Key 15: #4 Key 16: #5 Key...
Page 71 4: Fire D Key 3: Other Key Section 2: Understanding Your PCS Phone 2E: Navigating Through Menus 5: Camera Key 6: WEB Key 7: OK Key 8: Talk Key 9: Back Key 10: End Key 11: Menu Key 12: #1 Key...
Page 72 1: Start Key 2: Menu Key Section 2: Understanding Your PCS Phone 2E: Navigating Through Menus 1: Up Key 2: Down Key 3: Left Key 4: Right Key 5: Camera Key 6: WEB Key 7: OK Key 8: Talk Key...
Page 73 2: Call History 3: Phone Book 4: 3-Way Call 5: Messaging 6: Voice Memo 7: Tools 8: Phone Info Section 2: Understanding Your PCS Phone 2E: Navigating Through Menus 21: #0 Key 22: Star Key 23: Pound Key 24: Launching...
Page 74: Managing Call History
Saving a Phone Number From Call History Erasing Call History he Call History keeps track of incoming calls, calls made from your PCS Phone, and missed calls. This section guides you through accessing and making the most of your Call History.
Page 75: Viewing History
Viewing History You’ll find the Call History feature very helpful. It is a list of the last 20 phone numbers (or Internal Phone Book 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 76: Making A Call From Call History
Saving a Phone Number From Call History Your PCS Phone can store up to 300 Internal Phone Book entries. Phone Book entries can store up to a total of six phone numbers and each entry’s name can contain 20 characters.
Page 77: 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 following these steps: 1. Press 2. Press 3.
Page 78: Using The Internal Phone Book
Selecting a Ringer Type Dialing PCS Services ow you know the basics that make it easier to stay in touch with people and information. This section helps you make the most of your contacts and time when you are trying to connect with the important people in your life.
Page 79: Internal Phone Book Entry Options
Erase allows you to permanently delete the entry. Tip: You can view the next entry by pressing the navigation key right or view the previous entry by pressing the navigation key left. Entering Text Selecting a Character Input Mode...
Page 80: Entering Characters Using T9 Text Input
“https://”. Entering Characters Using T9 Text Input T9 Text Input lets you enter text in your PCS 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 71.)
Page 81: Entering Numbers And Symbols
Note: If you press and hold a numeric key for a few seconds, it will automatically display the number. Entering Numbers and Symbols To enter numbers, select the Number mode and press the appropriate key.
Page 82 4. Press the navigation key left or right to search by Name, Entry, or Group. 5. Once the desired option is highlighted, press the navigation key down. 6. Enter the first few letters or entry # to locate the desired entry. 7. Scroll to highlight the name and press call.
Page 83: Adding A Phone Number To An Internal Phone Book Entry
4. Press the navigation key to the right until By Group is highlighted. 5. Press the navigation key down once to highlight the group selection. Press the navigation key left or right to select the desired group. Adding a Phone Number to an Internal Phone...
Page 84: Selecting A Ringer Type For An Entry
8. Enter the new number using the keypad and press 9. Press Selecting a Ringer Type for an Entry You can assign a ringer type to an Internal Phone Book entry so you can identify the caller by the ringer type. (See “Ringer Types” on page 26.) To select a ringer type for an entry: 1.
Page 85: Dialing Pcs Services
Secret field and press Tip: If you can’t recall your lock code, try using the last four digits of either your Social Security number or PCS Phone Number or try 0000. If none of these work, call PCS Customer Solutions at 1-888-211-4PCS (4727).
Page 86: Personal Organizer
PCS Phone is equipped with several personal information management features that help you manage your busy lifestyle. These features turn your phone into a time management planner that helps you keep up with your contacts, schedules, and commitments. It takes productivity to a whole new level.
Page 87: Adding An Event To The Scheduler
6. Enter the Start Time and Date using the keypad. Press for AM and 7. Enter the End Time and Date using the keypad. 8. Press the Navigation key left or right and select one of the following: No Alarm...
Page 88: Viewing Events
4. Press 5. Press 6. Press the navigation key left or right to select the desired ringer category. 7. Press the navigation key down and then left or right to select the desired ringer or melody. 8. Press Viewing Events To view your scheduled events: 1.
Page 89: Going To Today's Scheduler Menu
Going to Today’s Scheduler Menu If you are viewing the Scheduler menu and wish to go to the Scheduler menu for today’s date: 1. From the Scheduler menu, highlight the current date and press Purging Events To delete events scheduled before a specific time and date: 1.
Page 90: Using The Calculator
1. Press 2. Press 3. Press 4. Press 5. Press the navigation key left or right and select On. 6. Press the navigation key down once and enter the alarm time. Section 2: Understanding Your PCS Phone 2H: Personal Organizer for Main Menu.
Page 91: Using The Memo Pad
Mon to Fri Sat & Sun 9. Press Using the Memo Pad Your PCS Phone comes with a memo pad you can use to compose and store reminders and notes to help keep you organized. To compose a note: 1. Press 2.
Page 92: World Time
To access world time: 1. Press 2. Press 3. Press 4. Press the navigation key left, right, up, or down to display the different time zones. 5. Press or Off. Countdown Countdown allows you to enter a future date and time into the phone and then see the amount of days, hours, and minutes until that time is reached.
Page 93 To view a countdown: 1. Press 2. Press 3. Press 4. Press the navigation key up or down to highlight the desired countdown and press Tip: When viewing an existing countdown, press the navigation key left or right to cycle between the other countdown entries.
Page 94: Using Your Phone's Voice Services
Voice Memos his section explains the features associated with your phone’s Voice Services. The easy-to-follow instructions explain how to use voice-activated dialing and how to record and manage voice memos. Section 2: Understanding Your PCS Phone 2I: Using Your Phone’s Voice Services...
Page 95: Activating Voice Recognition
"Voice Dial," which is the voice recognition application. Digit Dial Digit Dial allows you dial any valid 7 or 10 digit North American phone number by speaking the number naturally, without pausing between the digits.
Page 96 7 or 10 digit North American phone number, and then say the number again. If the number isn't valid, or if the phone still doesn't understand the number on the second try, it will not place a call.
Page 97: Enabling/Disabling Digit Dial Choice Lists
1. Press 2. Press 3. Press 4. Press 5. Press the navigation key up or down to select Yes or No and press Adapting Digit Dial Digit Dialing is speaker independent, which means that no training or adaptation is required. Some users with heavy...
Page 98 Note: It is recommended that you perform the complete adaptation of Digit Dial at least once to achieve the maximum benefit of this feature. If a partial adaptation is performed, you can always return later and resume the process from the half way point.
Page 99: Using Name Dial
The phone prompts you for a command. 2. Say Name Dial. The phone prompts you to say a name. 3. Say the full name of the person you want to call, exactly as it is entered in your Phonebook. The phone plays the name through the earpiece and displays it on the screen.
Page 100: Enabling/Disabling Name Dial Choice Lists
2. Press 3. Press 4. Press 5. Press the navigation key up or down to select Yes or No and press When choice lists are enabled for Name Dial, after you say the name, the phone will display one or more names on the screen and prompt you to confirm the name you spoke.
Page 101: Enabling/Disabling Name Lookup Choice Lists
3. Say the full name of the person, exactly as it is entered in your Phonebook. The phone plays the name it recognized through the earpiece, and then opens the contact information for that name. Enabling/Disabling Name Lookup Choice Lists...
Page 102 Note: You can store up to 10 minutes of memos at a time, in up to 10 separate memos. Individual memos can be up to 60 seconds long. To record a memo using the phone's built-in microphone: 1. Press 2. Press 3.
Page 103 To erase an individual memo: 1. Follow the steps above to display the list of saved memos. 2. Select the memo to erase. 3. Press 4. Press the navigation key up to select Yes and press 5.
Page 104: Using Your Phone's Camera
It’s fun and as easy to use as a traditional point-and-click camera – just take a picture, view it on your phone’s display, and send it to up to ten people, right from your phone. Your pictures may also be uploaded to a Picture Mail Web site for your personal use.
Page 105: Taking Pictures
Side Camera button until the shutter sounds. To Take a Picture With the Phone Closed: 1. Rotate the flip to the out position and close. Press and hold the Side Camera button to activate Camera mode. 2. Point the camera lens at your subject. You can check the picture framing through the external display screen.
Page 106: Creating Your Picture Mail
Camera Icons When the flip is closed and you are in Camera mode, there are several icons displayed on the bottom of the screen. These icons are the options associated with taking pictures when the flip closed. The available settings are:...
Page 107: Camera Mode Options
When you are in the camera mode, press to display the following options: Flash - Allows you to turn the flash always on or off when taking a picture. Also allows you to turn the flash on for just one picture.
Page 108: Sharing Picture Mail
Once you’ve taken a picture, you can use the messaging capabilities of your PCS Phone to instantly share it with family and friends. You can send a picture to up to ten people at a time using their email addresses or their Vision-enabled PCS Vision Phone numbers.
Page 109: Sharing Picture Mail From Messaging
6. Press continue. 7. Use your keypad to enter up to 128 characters in a text message (or select from Canned Messages or Recent Messages) and press 71.) You may also choose to leave the message area blank; just press 8.
Page 110: Picture Mail Wallet
Camera - Allows you to go back to the live camera mode from review mode. Save to Wallet - Allows you to save the image to a wallet picture. Wallet pictures can be used on the idle screen or in address book entries to identify incoming callers by displaying the wallet image on screen.
Page 111: Managing Picture Mail
Note: Pictures may be assigned to more than one task. Note: Press the navigation key up to view a picture’s file name and picture count at the bottom or top of the display screen. Managing Picture Mail Using the Picture Mail Web Site Once you have uploaded pictures from your phone to your online Picture Mail account (see “Review/Share Mode”...
Page 112: Managing Online Picture Mail From Your Pcs Phone
(See “Creating Your Picture Mail Password” on page 98.) Managing Online Picture Mail From Your PCS Phone You can use your phone to manage, edit, or share pictures you have uploaded to the Picture Mail Web site. (See “Review/Share Mode”...
Page 113: Accessing Online Picture Mail Options From Your Pcs Phone
3. Press 4. To complete and send the Picture Mail, follow steps 5-8 in “Sharing Picture Mail From Review/Share Mode” on page 100. To share an album from online mode: 1. From the online Albums display, select an album you wish to share and press Picture Mail From Your PCS Phone”...
Page 114 Goto Picture automatically displays the image after you enter the desired picture number. To access your online Albums options from your PCS Phone: 1. Display the album list in the Online Picture Mail menu. 2. Use your navigation key to select an album (or Inbox). 3. Press 4.
Page 115: Section 3: Using Pcs Service Features
S e c t i o n 3 Using PCS Service Features...
Page 116: Pcs Service Features: The Basics
Making a Three-Way Call Using Call Forwarding ow that you’ve mastered your phone’s fundamentals, it’s time to explore the calling features that enhance your PCS Service. Section 3: Using PCS Service Features 3A: PCS Service Features - The Basics S e c t i o n 3 A...
Page 117: Using Voicemail
PCS Network, you may not receive notification of new voicemail messages. It is recommended that you periodically check your voicemail by dialing 1 + area code + your PCS Phone Number. When your voicemail answers, press roaming rates when accessing voicemail while roaming off the enhanced Sprint Nationwide PCS Network.
Page 118: Retrieving Your Voicemail Messages
Note: Your phone accepts messages even when it is turned off. However, you are only notified of new messages when your phone is turned on and you are in a PCS Service Area. Retrieving Your Voicemail Messages You can review your messages directly from your PCS Phone or from any other touch-tone phone.
Page 119: Voicemail Options
Personal Options. 3. Press 4. Press Setting Up Group Distribution Lists Create up to 20 separate group lists, each with up to 20 customers. 1. Press and hold voicemail box contains any new or saved messages, press Section 3: Using PCS Service Features...
Page 120 2. Following the system prompts, press Personal Options. 3. Press 4. Press 5. Follow the voice prompts to create, edit, rename or delete group lists. PCS Callback Return a call after listening to a message without disconnecting from voicemail. 1. After listening to a message, press 2.
Page 121: Clearing The Message Icon
Extended Absence Greeting When your phone is turned off or you are off the enhanced Sprint Nationwide PCS Network for an extended period, this greeting can be played instead of your normal personal greeting.
Page 122: Voicemail Menu Key
Name Announcement Extended Absence Greeting Expert Mode Place a Call Disconnect Section 3: Using PCS Service Features 3A: PCS Service Features - The Basics Phone Notification Skip Passcode Group Distribution List Return to Personal Options Menu Personal Greetings Return to Personal Options Menu...
Page 123: Using Caller Id
To permanently block your number, call PCS Customer Solutions. Responding to Call Waiting When you’re on a call, Call Waiting alerts you to incoming calls by sounding two beeps. Your phone’s screen informs you that another call is coming in and displays the caller’s phone number (if it is available and you are in digital mode).
Page 124: Making A Three-Way Call
4. When you’re connected to the second party, press again to begin your three-way call. If one of the people you called hangs up during your call, you and the remaining caller stay connected. If you initiated the call and are the first to hang up, all three callers are disconnected.
Page 125: 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 1.
Page 126: Pcs Vision
PCS Business Connection, are easy to learn and use and the rich, colorful graphic experience is visually comparable to your home or office computer. Clearly, it’s a whole new way to look at wireless. Section 3: Using PCS Service Features...
Page 127: Getting Started With Pcs Vision
PCS Vision services, your User Name is submitted to identify you to the enhanced Sprint Nationwide PCS Network. The User Name is also useful as an address for PCS Mail, as a way to personalize Web services, and as an online virtual identity.
Page 128: Launching A Pcs Vision Connection
"Connecting as..." message when you launch the session. Though the browser is open, you are not currently in an active data session - that is, no data is being sent or received. As soon as you navigate to another page, the active session will launch and you will see the "Connecting as..."...
Page 129: Net Guard
1. Press 2. Press 3. Press 4. Press 5. Press the navigation key up or down to select On or Off. 6. Press Note: When enabled, the Net Guard appears only once per session. The Net Guard does not appear if the phone is merely re-connecting due to a time-out.
Page 130: Navigating The Web
Navigating the Web Navigating through menus and Web sites during a PCS Vision session is easy once you've learned a few basics. Here are some tips for getting around: Softkeys When browsing the Web, the bottom line of your phone's display contains one or more softkeys.
Page 131 You'll find that the left softkey is used primarily for selecting items. This softkey is often labeled “OK.” If the items on a page are numbered, you can use your keypad (number keys) to select an item. Links, which appear as underlined text, allow you to jump to different Web pages, select special functions, or even place phone calls.
Page 132: Picture Mail
The first time you use any of the Picture Mail management options involving the Picture Mail Web site you will need to establish a password through your PCS Phone. This password will also allow you to log in to the Picture Mail Web site at picturemail.sprintpcs.com pictures.
Page 133 Note: You can add up to 10 recipients. 6. When you are finished entering recipients, press 7. Add a voice memo and/or text message to the Picture Mail and press press 8. Enter a message using the keypad and press do not wish to include a message, press 9.
Page 134: Accessing The Picture Mail Web Site From Your Computer
Picture Mail Web site; see “Creating Your Picture Mail Password” on page 124.) From the Web site, you can share pictures, edit album titles and picture captions, organize and move images, and much more. Picture management tools are also available to improve or customize your pictures.
Page 135: Messaging
1. Press 2. Press 3. Press 4. Press 5. Press the navigation key up or down to select one of the following options: Erase This - Deletes the message that is highlighted. Erase Old - Deletes all read messages. Erase All - Deletes all messages.
Page 136: Signing Up For Updates
With Updates, you can have news and information sent directly to your PCS Phone at the times you choose. To select the information you want to send to your PCS Phone: 1. From your computer, log on to the Internet.
Page 137: Composing Pcs Mail Messages
5. Scroll to select the message you wish to read and press 6. Once you’ve read a message, use the quick actions at the end of each message (Erase, Reply, Reply All, or Next Message) or select Menu for a full list of options.
Page 138 The last four digits from the PCS Phone Number of the person who sent you a short mail message appear before the message text. If the sender is on your short list, their nickname will appear instead of their number.
Page 139: Chat
7. Enter your new message or changes and select Save. Note: You may also add or edit Pre-Set Messages in the “Manage My Account” area at www.sprintpcs.com. Chat PCS Vision gives you the ability to join wireless chatrooms from your PCS Phone.
Page 140: Downloading Games, Ringers, And Screen Savers
2. Enter your message. 3. Select Send. To set up a private chatroom: 1. Select 1->1. 2. Select a chatter with whom you’d like to launch a private chatroom. To exit a chatroom: Select Leave Room. Downloading Games, Ringers, and...
Page 141 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 responsibility for payment.
Page 142 3. Select Download to initiate the download of the item. (You will see a series of browser screens, ending with the Download screen, which lists the item name, vendor, version, size, and type.) 4. Select Next (right softkey) to download the item.
Page 143: Games
4. Highlight Get New and press launch and take you to the Games download menu. 5. Use your navigation key to highlight and select a game you wish to download. (For more information on navigating the Web, see “Navigating the Web” on page 122.) 6.
Page 144 Select Yes. 6. Follow the onscreen instructions to play the game. When you are finished, select Exit (or Quit) or press 7. If applicable, a prompt will display: “Do you want to exit?” Select Resume or Exit. Game Controller The optional Game Controller accessory allows you to insert your phone into a convenient handheld gaming device to control the action of downloaded games.
Page 145: Ringers
(For more information on navigating the Web, see “Navigating the Web” on page 122.) 6. From the item information page, select Buy. If you have not previously purchased an item, you will be prompted to enter your account password and create your purchasing profile.
Page 146 Note: Your personal vault saves items for up to 90 days. Once an item has been downloaded to your phone, you may keep the file for as long as you like. Section 3: Using PCS Service Features 3B: PCS Vision for Main Menu.
Page 147: Screen Savers
7. A confirmation page will notify you that the Screen Saver has been purchased and is stored in the My Vault folder. To download the Screen Saver, select Download. 8. From the Download screen, select Next (right softkey) to download the Screen Saver.
Page 148 Note: Your personal vault saves items for up to 90 days. Once an item has been downloaded to your phone, you may keep the file for as long as you like. Section 3: Using PCS Service Features 3B: PCS Vision for Main Menu.
Page 149: Web
– not just text versions – of your favorite Web sites, making it easier than ever to stay informed while on the go. Check sports scores, trade stocks, and shop on your PCS Phone anywhere within the enhanced Sprint Nationwide PCS Network.
Page 150: Using The Browser Menu
Using the Browser Menu Navigating the Web from your phone using the PCS Vision Home page is easy once you get the hang of it. For details on how to navigate the Web, select menu items, and more, see "Navigating the Web” on page 122.
Page 151 3. Select Bookmarks. 4. Select Mark Site. 5. Use your keypad to edit the bookmark title and URL (if necessary) and select Save to save the bookmark. Note: Bookmarking a page does not store the page contents, just its address.
Page 152 1. Access the View menu as outlined above in steps 1–3. 2. Select Delete and press Going to a Specific Web Site To go to a particular Web site by entering a URL (Web site address): 1. Access the browser menu by pressing and holding 2. Select Go to URL.
Page 153 Ending a Web Call It’s important to note that some of the normal ways to end a call won’t work with Web connection calls. You should always close the connection through the application on your computer.
Page 154: Pcs Business Connection Sm Personal Edition
Just install the PCS Business Connection Personal Edition software on your work PC. This allows data to be securely retrieved in real-time by your wireless device when connected to the enhanced Sprint Nationwide PCS Network. There is a monthly charge for PCS Business Connection and usage charges will also apply.
Page 155: Pcs Vision Faqs
You cannot use voice and PCS Vision services simultaneously. If you receive a call while PCS Vision service is active, the call will be forwarded to voicemail. You can place an outgoing call anytime, but it will interrupt any in-progress PCS Vision session.
Page 156 Can I sign out of data services? You can sign out without turning off your phone, however you will not be able to browse the Web or use other PCS Vision services. While signed out, you can still place or receive phone calls, check voicemail, and use other voice services.
Page 157: Pcs Voice Command
PCS Voice Command technology, reaching your friends, family, and co-workers has never been easier – especially when you’re on the go. Your voice does it all with PCS Voice Command. Section 3: Using PCS Service Features 3C: PCS Voice Command...
Page 158: Getting Started With Pcs Voice Command
There’s no need to punch in a lot of numbers, memorize voicemail passwords, or try to dial while you’re driving. You can call anyone in your address book – even if you don’t remember their phone number. It’s Easy to Get Started...
Page 159: Making A Call With Pcs Voice Command
2. 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,” “Call John Baker on the mobile phone,” “Call 555- 1234,”...
Page 160: Section 4: Safety Guidelines And Warranty Information
S e c t i o n 4 Safety Guidelines and Warranty Information...
Page 161: Safety
Caring for the Battery Acknowledging Special Precautions and the FCC Notice art of getting the most out of your PCS Phone is learning how the phone works and how to care for it. This section outlines performance and safety guidelines that help you understand the basic features of your phone’s operation.
Page 162: Getting The Most Out Of Your Reception
Understanding the Power Save Feature If your phone is unable to find a signal after 15 minutes of searching, a Power Save feature is automatically activated. If your phone is active, it periodically rechecks service availability or you can check it yourself by pressing any key.
Page 163: Maintaining Safe Use Of And Access To Your Phone
Laws vary as to specific restrictions. Remember that safety always comes first. When using your phone in the car: Get to know your phone and its features, such as speed dial and redial. When available, use a hands-free device. Position your phone within easy reach.
Page 164 Tip: Purchase an optional hands-free car kit at your local Sprint Store. You may also call the PCS Accessory Hotline at 1-800-974-2221 or by dialing Following Safety Guidelines To operate your phone safely and efficiently, always follow any special regulations in a given area.
Page 165 Restricting Children’s Access to your Phone Your PCS Phone is not a toy. Children should not be allowed to play with it because they could hurt themselves and others, damage the phone or make calls that increase your phone bill.
Page 166: Caring For The Battery
In order to avoid damage, charge the battery only in temperatures that range from 32º F to 113º F (0º C to 45º C). Don’t use the battery charger in direct sunlight or in high humidity areas, such as the bathroom.
Page 167: Acknowledging Special Precautions And The Fcc Notice
Acknowledging Special Precautions and the FCC Notice FCC Notice The phone may cause TV or radio interference if used in close proximity to receiving equipment. The FCC can require you to stop using the phone if such interference cannot be eliminated.
Page 168 Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) for Wireless Phones The SAR is a value that corresponds to the relative amount of RF energy absorbed in the head of a user of a wireless handset. The SAR value of a phone is the result of an extensive testing, measuring and calculation process.
Page 169: 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: PCS Phone [model SPH-a600] Serial No.:...
Page 170: Manufacturer's Warranty
PCS Phone. For information about the Terms and Conditions of your PCS Service, please see the Start Here guide included with your phone. For the most recent version of the Terms and Conditions, please visit www.sprintpcs.com...
Page 171: Manufacturer's Warranty
(c) any plastic surfaces or other externally exposed parts that are scratched or damaged due to normal use; (d) malfunctions resulting from the use of Product in conjunction with accessories, products, or ancillary/peripheral equipment not furnished or approved by SAMSUNG;...
Page 172 80% of rated capacity or the battery leaks, and this Limited Warranty does not cover any battery if (i) the battery has been charged by a battery charger not specified or approved by SAMSUNG for charging the battery, (ii) any of...
Page 173 PURCHASE, USE, OR MISUSE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT OR ARISING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM THE USE OR LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT OR FROM THE BREACH OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY, INCLUDING INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SIMILAR...
Page 174 ILLEGALITY OR UNENFORCEABILITY SHALL NOT AFFECT THE ENFORCEABILITY FOR THE REMAINDER OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY WHICH PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES IS AND WILL ALWAYS BE CONSTRUED TO BE LIMITED BY ITS TERMS OR AS LIMITED AS THE LAW PERMITS. THE PARTIES UNDERSTAND THAT THE PURCHASER MAY USE THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE PRODUCT.
Page 175 Specifications and availability subject to change without notice. Copyright © 2003 Sprint Spectrum L.P . All rights reserved. No reproduction in whole or in part without prior written approval. Sprint and the diamond logo design are trademarks of Sprint Communications Company L.P .
Page 176: Index
Installing 15 Removing 16 Calculator 82 Call Forwarding 117 Call Guard 48 Call History Erasing 69 Making a Call From 68 Options 67 Saving a Phone Number From Viewing 67 Call Waiting 115 Caller ID 115 Camera 96 Camera Mode Options 99...
Page 177 Short Mail 129 Silence Mode 29 Special Numbers 40 T9 Text Input 72 Three-Way Calling 116 TTY Use 33 Turning Your Phone On and Off 14 Unlocking Your Phone 3, 38 Using One/Two/Three Touch Speed Dialing 20 Voice Recognition 87 Voicemail...
Page 178 Retrieving 110 Setting Up 4, 109 Web 141–144 Bookmarks 143 Launching 120 Navigating 122 Welcome i Index...

Samsung SPH-A600 User Manual

Welcome to Sprint

Introduction

Section 1: Getting Started

Setting up Service

Section 2: Understanding Your PCS Phone

Your PCS Phone: the Basics

2B. Controlling Your Phone's Settings

Setting Your Phone's Security

Using the Internal Phone Book

Personal Organizer

Using Your Phone's Voice Services

Section 3: Using PCS Service Features

PCS Service Features: the Basics

PCS Vision

PCS Voice Command

Section 4: Safety Guidelines and Warranty Information

Safety

Manufacturer's Warranty

Index

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