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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Introduction ........ii...
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Page 7: 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
The Table of Contents and Index will also help you quickly locate specific information. You'll get the most out of your phone if you read each section. However, if you'd like to get right to a specific feature, simply locate that section in the Table of Contents and go directly to that page.
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 25. CONTACTS (RIGHT SOFTKEY) VOICE SVC (LEFT SOFTKEY) PRESS MENU TO DISPLAY THE FOLLOWING:...
Page 10 Notification 1: Message & Icon 2: Sending Options 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!
Page 11 6: World Time 1: Options (DST Setting) 7: Alarm Clock 1: Alarm #1 8: Calculator 9: Set Time (displayed when there is no time information) VOICE SVC 1: Launch 2: Settings 1: Choice Lists (Automatic/Always On/Always Off) 2: Sound 1: Prompts (On/Off)
Page 12 4: 8 seconds 3: Pwr Save Mode (On/Off) 4: Brightness 1: Level 1–5 7: LCD Contrast 1: Main LCD (Lowest, Low, Med, High, Highest) 2: External LCD (Lowest, Low, Med, High, Highest) 8: Service Light (On/Off) 2: List Style 2: Rainbow...
Page 13 3: Melodies 2: Ring Tones 3: Melodies 2: Text Message 2: Ring Tones 3: Melodies 2: 1-Beep 3: Level 1 - 8 2: Separate Vol. 3: Always Vibrate 2: Separate Vol. 3: Always Vibrate 2: Separate Vol. 3: Always Vibrate...
Page 14 1: Minute Beep (On/Off) 4: Sig. Fade Tone (On/Off) 4: Key Tone 1: Tone Type 1: Xylophone 2: Tone Level 1: Tone Off 3: Tone Length (Short/Long) 3: PCS Vision 1: Enable Vision 4: Wireless Backup 1: Subscribe 2: Alert (On/Off)
Page 15 4: VoiceSMS Inbox 7: My Content 10: Voice Memo 13: Calculator 16: Missed Alerts 8: Others 1: Call Setup 1: Abbrev. Dial (On/Off) 2: Contact Match (On/Off) 3: Restriction 2: Messaging 3: Text Inbox 5: Send Message 6: Send VoiceSMS...
Page 16: My Content
1: Outgoing Call (Allow all / Contacts Only / Special# Only) 4: Call Answer 1: Any key 5: Auto Answer (CarKit/Headset) (Yes/No) 2: Language 1: English 3: Airplane Mode 4: Location (On/Off) 5: Key Guard (On/Off) 6: Audio Routing 1: Normal...
Page 17 1: Account Info 3: Dir Assist 5: Sprint Voice Command 7: My Phone # IN USE MENU Press Options (right softkey) during a call to display the following options: 1: Call History 4: Messaging 7: Phone Info 2: Friends 4: VIPs...
Page 19: Section 1: Getting Started
Section 1 Getting Started...
Page 21: Setting Up 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 22: Getting Started With Sprint Pcs Service
Tip: If you can’t recall your lock code, try using the last four digits of either your Social Security number or wireless phone number or try 0000 or NATL (6285). If none of these work, call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4PCS (4727).
Page 23: Setting Up Your Voicemail
Setting Up Your Voicemail All unanswered calls to your phone are automatically transferred to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. Therefore, you will want to set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated.
Page 24: Sprint Pcs Account Passwords
Customer Service. Your default account password is the last four digits of your Social Security number. If you are not the account owner (if someone else receives the invoice for your Sprint PCS Service), you can get a sub-account password at www.sprint.com...
Page 25: Getting Help
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...
Page 26 You can get up to three pieces of information per call, and the operator can automatically connect your call at no additional charge. There is a per-call charge to use Sprint 411 and you will be billed for airtime. To call Sprint 411:...
Page 27 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...
Page 29: Section 2: Your Phone
Section 2 Your Phone...
Page 31: Your Phone: The Basics
Displaying Your Phone Number Making and Answering Calls Entering Text Your 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 32: Front View Of Your Phone
17. BACK Key 7. TALK Key 16. END Key 8. Volume Key 9. Voicemail Key 10. Numeric Keypad 15. Space/Pound Key 11. Shift/Asterisk Key 14. Plus Code Dialing Key 13. Microphone 12. Power/Accessory Interface Connector Section 2A: Your Phone: The Basics...
Page 33: Key Functions
Volume Key allows you to adjust the ringer volume in standby mode (with the flip open) or adjust the voice volume during a call. The volume key can also be used to scroll up or down to navigate through the different menu options.
Page 34 In text entry mode, press to enter a space. End Key (Power) ends a call. Press and hold this key for two 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 35: Viewing The Display Screen
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 > Phone Info > Icon Glossary . indicates that your Sprint PCS Vision connection is active.
Page 36 Text VoiceSMS message in your inbox. indicates that the text voice message has been read. indicates that there is a new SMS Voice message in your inbox. indicates that you have listened to the SMS Voice message.
Page 37 Note: Display indicators help you manage your roaming charges by letting you know when you’re off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. (For more information, see Section 2D: Controlling Your Roaming Experience, on page 71.) Section 2A: Your Phone: The Basics...
Page 38: Features Of Your Phone
Digital dual-band capability allows you to make and receive calls while on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network and to roam on other 1900 and 800 MHz digital networks where Sprint has implemented roaming agreements (page 71).
Page 39: 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 40: Using Your Phone's Battery And Charger
Turning Your Phone Off To turn your phone off: Press and hold powering-down animation on the display screen. Your screen remains blank while your phone is off (unless the battery is charging). Using Your Phone’s Battery and Charger Warning! Use only Sprint-approved or manufacturer-approved batteries and chargers with your phone.
Page 41 Battery Capacity Your phone is equipped with a Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery. It allows you to recharge your battery before it is fully drained. The battery provides up to 3 hours and 10 minutes of continuous digital talk time. When the battery reaches 5% of its capacity, the battery icon blinks.
Page 42 To remove your battery: Remove the protective cover by pressing down on the back of the cover. Grip the battery at the bottom and pull up and out at a 45-degree angle. 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.
Page 43: 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 44 Select any numbered option by simply pressing the corresponding number on the phone’s keypad. You may also select any item by highlighting it and pressing For example, if you want to view your last incoming call: Select Menu ( Select Call History by pressing...
Page 45: Displaying Your Phone Number
Displaying Your Phone Number Just in case you forget your phone number, your phone can remind you. To display your phone number: Select Menu > Settings > Phone Info > Phone Number. (Your phone number and other information about your phone and account will be displayed.)
Page 46: 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.
Page 47: Dialing Options
> Save to save the phone number in your Contacts. (See “Saving a Phone Number” on page 34.) Find allows you to enter a digit or string of digits, press Options (right softkey), and then press Search to display Contacts entries that contain the entered numbers.
Page 48: Answering Calls
If the incoming call is from a number stored in your Contacts, the entry’s name is displayed. The caller’s phone number may also be displayed, if available. If Call Answer is set to Talk Key, the following options are also displayed. To select an option, press the corresponding softkey button.
Page 49: Missed Call Notification
Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. Please see Section 2D: Controlling Your Roaming Experience for more information about roaming. To answer a call when you are roaming and Call Guard is enabled: Select Answer to answer the call. (See “Using Call Guard” on page 74 for additional information.)
Page 50: 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 51: 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:...
Page 52: 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 53: Finding A Phone Number
Note: If Existing Entry was selected, press OK to launch the Find screen. Locate the desired contact and add the additional number to the selected entry. Use your navigation key to select a label (Mobile, Home, Work, Pager, Fax, or Others) and press Enter a name for the entry using the numeric keys.
Page 54: 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 55: Plus (+) Code Dialing
Plus (+) Code Dialing When placing international calls, you can use Plus Code Dialing to automatically enter the international access code for your location (for example, 011 for international calls placed from the United States). To make a call using Plus Code Dialing: Press and hold display.
Page 56: 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 keypresses for locations 10-99.
Page 57: Entering Text
Recent Msg to enter a message from a list of previous messages. Emoticons to enter “emoticons” (see page 42). Tip: When entering text, press the * (Shift) key to change letter capitalization ( Abc > ABC > abc ). Section 2A: Your Phone: The Basics...
Page 58 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 39.) T9 Text Input analyzes the letters you enter using an intuitive word database and creates a suitable word.
Page 59 By default, the first letter of an entry is capitalized and the following letters are lowercased. After a character is entered, the cursor automatically advances to the next space after two seconds or when you enter a character on a different key.
Page 60 (See “Selecting a Character Input Mode” on page 39.) To enter symbols: Select the Symbols mode. (See “Selecting a Character Input Mode” on page 39.) To enter a symbol, press the appropriate key indicated on the display. To enter “emoticons” (smileys): Select the Emoticons mode and press the appropriate key.
Page 61: Controlling Your Phone's Settings
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. This section describes how you can change your phone’s settings to best suit your needs. Take a few moments to review these options and to adjust or add settings that are right for you.
Page 62: Sound Settings
(See “Downloading Premium Services Content” on page 143.) Selecting Ringer Types for Voice Calls Your phone provides a variety of ringer options that allow you to customize your ring and volume settings. These options allow you to identify incoming calls by the ring.
Page 63 Selecting Ringer Types for Scheduled Events To select a ringer type for scheduled events: Select Menu > Settings > Sounds > Ringer Type > Schedule. Select Single Tones, Ring Tones, Melodies, or My Content and press .
Page 64 Select Tone Type and press Select Xylophone, DTMF, or Simple and press Key Tone Level Your phone allows you to set the desired volume level of the key tones. To set the key tone level: Select Menu > Settings > Sounds > Key Tone > Tone Level.
Page 65 Tip: You can adjust the ringer volume in standby mode (or the earpiece volume during a call) by using the volume key on the left side of your phone. Section 2B: Controlling Your Phone’s Settings...
Page 66: Alert Notification
Select Minute Beep, Service, Connect, Sig. Fade Tone, or Power On/Off and press Note: If Power On / Off is selected, choose On or Off and press OK . Select On or Off and press Section 2B: Controlling Your Phone’s Settings...
Page 67: 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 keep the phone’s default greeting (“Sprint”), or you may enter your own custom greeting.
Page 68: Changing The Backlight Time Length
Long backlight settings affect the battery’s talk and standby times. Changing the Display Screen Your new phone offers options for what you see on the display screen and when in standby mode. To change the display images on the main LCD: Select Menu >...
Page 69: Changing The 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. To select the display’s menu style: Select Menu >...
Page 70: Location Settings
Turning Location off will disable the GPS location function for all purposes except 911, but will not hide your general location based on the cell site serving your call. No application or service may use your location without your request or permission.
Page 71: Messaging Settings
“Accessing Messaging” on page 139.) Your phone’s messaging settings make text messaging even faster and easier by letting you decide how you would like to be notified of new messages, create a signature with each sent message, and create your own canned messages, to name just a few.
Page 72 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.
Page 73 Your phone is programmed with 10 preset messages to help make sending text messages faster and easier. These messages, such as “Where are you?,” “Let’s get lunch,” and “Meet me at,” can be customized or deleted to suit your needs. You can even add your own preset messages to the list (up to 20 messages total).
Page 74: Airplane Mode
Airplane Mode allows you to use many of your phone’s features, such as Games, Notepad, 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 75: Updating Phone Software
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 when a headset or TTY device is plugged in.
Page 76: Phone Setup Options
Contacts entries or other information saved to your phone will be deleted. To update your phone: Press Menu > Settings > Others > Update Phone SW from standby mode. Follow the onscreen instructions. Phone Setup Options Display Language You can choose to display your phone’s onscreen menus in...
Page 77: 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 78: Contacts Match
(See “Using Special Numbers” on page 67.) To access call restriction: Select Menu > Settings > Others > Call Setup > Restriction. Enter your lock code. Select Outgoing Call and press Select Allow all, Contacts only, or Special# only and press Section 2B: Controlling Your Phone’s Settings...
Page 79: Call Answer Mode
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 80 Section 2B: Controlling Your Phone’s Settings...
Page 81: Setting Your Phone's Security
Erasing My Content Resetting Your Phone Security Features for Sprint PCS Vision® By using the security settings on your phone, you receive peace of mind without sacrificing flexibility. This section will familiarize you with your phone’s security settings. With several options available, you can customize your phone to meet your personal needs.
Page 82: Accessing The Security Menu
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 number or try 0000 or NATL (6285). If none of these work, call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4PCS (4727).
Page 83: Unlocking Your Phone
Volume key, or Menu/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” on page 67.)
Page 84: Lock Services
This setting allows you to lock voice call functions and Sprint PCS Vision/Sprint Power Vision services. When you enable Lock Services, you will be unable to make new calls (excluding emergency numbers) or to access the Vision services until the lock has been disabled in the Security menu.
Page 85: Using Special Numbers
Select Menu > Settings > Security. Enter your lock code. (The Security menu is displayed.) Select Erase Contact and press If you are certain you would like to erase all of your Contacts entries, select Yes and press Section 2C: Setting Your Phone’s Security...
Page 86: Erasing My Content
Select Menu > Settings > Security. Enter your lock code. (The Security menu is displayed.) Select Erase My Content and press If you are certain that you would like to erase all content downloaded to your phone, select Yes and press Resetting Your Phone Resetting the phone restores all the factory defaults, including the ringer types and display settings.
Page 87: Security Features For Sprint Pcs Vision
You can disable Sprint PCS Vision services, including Sprint Power Vision, without turning off your phone; however, you will not have access to all Sprint PCS Vision and Sprint Power Vision services, including Web and messaging. Disabling Sprint PCS Vision will avoid any charges associated with Vision services.
Page 88 Section 2C: Setting Your Phone’s Security...
Page 89: Controlling Your Roaming Experience
Understanding Roaming Setting Your Phone’s Roam Mode Using Call Guard Roaming is the ability to make or receive calls when you’re off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. Your new digital dual-band A580 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...
Page 90: Understanding Roaming
If you’re on a call when you leave the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network and enter an area where roaming is available, your call is dropped. If your call is dropped in an area where you think Sprint PCS Service is available, turn your phone off and on again to reconnect to the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network.
Page 91: 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 92: Using Call Guard
To answer incoming roaming calls with Call Guard on: Press Select Answer ( Note: If the Call Guard feature is set to On , you need to take extra steps to make and receive roaming calls. Section 2D: Controlling Your Roaming Experience...
Page 93: Data Roaming
Data Roaming The data roaming option allows you to send and receive data while you are out of your normal coverage area. All applicable charges apply for accessing the available network. To turn data roaming on or off: Select Menu > Settings > Roaming > Data Roaming.
Page 94 Section 2D: Controlling Your Roaming Experience...
Page 95: Managing 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. This section guides you through accessing and making the most of your Call History.
Page 96: 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 97: Making A Call From Call History
History” on page 81.) Erase to delete the entry. Tip: You can also view the next Call History entry by pressing the navigation key right or view the previous entry by pressing the navigation key left. Making a Call From Call History To place a call from Call History: Select Menu >...
Page 98: Saving A Phone Number From Call History
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...
Page 99: 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:...
Page 101: Using Contacts
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 phone’s more advanced features. This section explains how to use your phone’s Contacts and helps you make the most of...
Page 102: 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 103: Finding Contacts Entries
Select Menu > Contacts > Find. Scroll through all the entries using your navigation key. – or – Enter the first letter of a name or part of a name (such as “ave” for “Dave”). (The more letters you enter, the more your search narrows.) To display an entry, highlight it and press To dial the entry’s default phone number, press...
Page 104 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.
Page 105: Contacts Entry Options
) > Edit. Highlight one of the options listed below and press [Contact Name] to edit the contact entry name. [Mobile] to add a phone number to the entry. (See “Adding a Phone Number to a Contacts Entry” on page 88.) [Home] to edit the home contact number.
Page 106: Adding A Phone Number To A Contacts Entry
Re-enter or edit the number and press Press Done ( Section 2F: Using Contacts ) > Edit. ) to save the new number. ) > Edit. to clear one digit at a time, or press and ) to save the number.
Page 107: Assigning Speed Dial Numbers
Contacts entry, when you add a new phone number to an existing entry, or when you edit an existing number. To assign a speed dial number to a new or existing phone number: Add a phone number to a new or existing Contacts entry.
Page 108: Editing A Contacts Entry
Add and/or edit the desired information and press Press Done ( 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.)
Page 109: Wireless Backup
Wireless Backup This feature allows you to back up all of your Contacts to the Sprint Web site and restore them if your phone is lost, stolen, damaged, or replaced. Note: To use the Wireless Backup service, you are required to activate the service from your phone.
Page 110: Dialing Sprint Pcs Services
Select Account Info, Customer Svc, Dir Assist, Sprint Operator, or Sprint Voice Command. Press to place the call. To dial a service from standby mode using your keypad: Dial the appropriate service number: Account Info. – Customer Services – Sprint 411 –...
Page 111: Using The Phone's Scheduler And 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. It takes productivity to a whole new level.
Page 112: Using Your Phone's Scheduler
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 the Scheduler. Select Options ( Note: If there are not any events scheduled for the selected day, the New Event screen is automatically displayed.
Page 113: Event Alerts
By illuminating the backlight. By flashing the LED. Event Alert Menu When your phone is turned on and you have an event alarm scheduled, your phone alerts you and displays the event summary. To silence the alarm and reset the schedule,...
Page 114 In the Scheduler view, days with events scheduled are highlighted. Press Options ( will appear notifying you of the number of events to be erased.) Select Yes to confirm or No to cancel. Section 2G: Using the Phone’s Scheduler and Tools...
Page 115: Using Your Phone's Alarm Clock
Using Your Phone’s Alarm Clock Your phone comes with a built-in alarm clock with multiple alarm capabilities. To use the alarm clock: Select Menu > Tools > Alarm Clock. Select Alarm #1, Alarm #2, or Alarm #3 and press Turn the alarm on or off by highlighting the activation field.
Page 116: Using Your Phone's Memo Pad
Using Your Phone’s Memo Pad Your phone comes with a memo pad you can use to compose and store reminders and notes to help keep you organized. To compose a note: Select Menu > Tools > Memo Pad . Note: If there are no memos saved yet, the New Memo screen is automatically displayed.
Page 117: Using Your Phone's Tools
Using Your Phone’s Tools In addition to helping you be more efficient and organized, your phone offers useful and entertaining tools. Using the Calculator Your phone comes with a built-in calculator. To use the calculator: Select Menu > Tools > Calculator.
Page 118 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.
Page 119: 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.
Page 120 Section 2G: Using the Phone’s Scheduler and Tools...
Page 121: Using Your Phone's Voice Services
Voice Memo Calendar Managing Voice Memos Your phone’s Voice Services let you place calls using your voice, store voice reminders, and record memos right on your phone. This section includes easy-to-follow instructions on using voice-activated dialing and managing voice memos.
Page 122: Using Voice-Activated Dialing
There is no voice training required to use the voice recognition feature. You simply say the predesignated command displayed on your screen in a normal tone of voice to perform the desired function.
Page 123: Contact Name
Contact Name You can voice dial from your phone with a single command by saying the name saved in the Contacts list (see Contacts list documentation for details.) Calling Contacts Entries To place a call using Contact Name <Name>: Press and hold Say the label name saved in the Contacts list for the desired number.
Page 124: Using New Message
Menu > Voice SVC > Settings > Choice Lists. Select Automatic, Always On, or Always Off and press Using New Message With a single voice command you can launch the text message client on the phone. To launch a text message: Press and hold Say “New Message.”...
Page 125: Voice Memo
Voice Memo With a single voice command you can launch the voice memo client on the phone. To open the voice memo client: Press and hold Say “Voice Memo” to view the client screen. Select Record or Review and press...
Page 126: 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 Memo > Record.
Page 127: Voice Memo Options
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. Erasing Voice Memos To erase an individual memo: Select Menu >...
Page 128 Section 2H: Using Your Phone’s Voice Services...
Page 129: Section 3: Sprint Pcs Service Features
Sec t ion 3 Sprint PCS Service Features...
Page 131: Sprint Pcs Service Features: The Basics
Making a Three-Way Call Using Call Forwarding Now that you’ve mastered your phone’s fundamentals, it’s time to explore the calling features that enhance your Sprint PCS Service. This section outlines your basic Sprint PCS Service features. Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics...
Page 132: 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 133: Voicemail Notification
Your phone accepts messages even when it is turned off. However, you are notified of new messages only when your phone is turned on and you are in a Sprint PCS Service Area. Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics...
Page 134: 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.)
Page 135: 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 121. Date/Time Replay Erase Cancel Voicemail Options Your phone offers several options for organizing and accessing your voicemail.
Page 136 Press the system prompts. Press Press 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 to access the main voicemail menu.) Press the system prompts.
Page 137 Follow the voice prompts to record and send your voice message. 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.
Page 138 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.
Page 139: 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...
Page 140: Using Sms Text Messaging
– and they can send messages to you. When you receive a new message, it will automatically be displayed on your phone’s screen. In addition, SMS Text Messaging includes a variety of preset messages, such as “I’m running late, I’m on my way,”...
Page 141: Composing Sms Text Messages
Next ( 10 recipients per message.) Compose a message using one of the following methods: To type a message, use your keypad to enter your message. Use To use a preset message, recent message, or an emoticon, select Options ( Recent Msg, or Emoticons.
Page 142: Accessing Sms Text Messages
To reply to an SMS Text message: While the message is open, select Reply ( Compose your reply or use the preset messages or icons. To type a message, use your keypad to enter your message. Use To use a preset message or an emoticon, select Options ( Emoticons.
Page 143: Using Sms Voice Messaging
Select Options ( Enter your new message or changes and press Done ). (See “Entering Text” on page 39.) Note: You may also add or edit preset messages in the “My Online www.sprint.com Tools” area at Using SMS Voice Messaging In addition to sending and receiving SMS Text messages, your phone is enabled with SMS Voice Messaging.
Page 144: Playing An Sms Voice Message
Note: If you select No during step 2 above, you will see an alert message. If you select No after reading the message, incoming SMS Voice messages will not be downloaded to your phone. Playing an SMS Voice Message To play an SMS Voice message from the main menu: Select Menu >...
Page 145: 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.
Page 146: Responding To Call Waiting
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).
Page 147: Using Call Forwarding
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 other callers are disconnected. Note: Call Waiting and Three-Way Calling are not available while roaming off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network.
Page 148 Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics...
Page 149: Sprint Pcs Vision
These features – including Sprint TV messaging, games, downloadable ringers and screen savers, and portable Web access – let you have fun, stay in touch, and stay informed no matter where you go on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network.
Page 150: Sprint Pcs Vision Applications
— Personalize your phone by downloading and assigning different ringers to numbers in your Contacts. Screen Savers screen savers – or make it easy to tell who’s calling by assigning specific images to numbers in your Contacts. — Experience full-color graphic versions of popular Web sites from your phone.
Page 151 Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. The user name is also useful as an address for Sprint PCS Mail, as a way to personalize Web services, and as an online virtual identity. Your user name will be automatically programmed into your phone.
Page 152 When this occurs, you may not see the “Connecting...” 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 open and you will see the “Connecting...”...
Page 153: Net Guard
Net Guard When you first connect to the Web, the Net Guard will appear to confirm that you want to connect. This feature helps you avoid accidental connections. You can disable the Net Guard in the future by selecting Always Auto-Connect when the Net Guard is displayed.
Page 154 Sprint PCS Vision Connection Status and Indicators Your phone's display lets you know the current status of your Sprint PCS Vision connection through indicators which appear at the top of the screen. The following symbols are used: Your Sprint PCS Vision connection is active (data is being transferred);...
Page 155: Navigating The Web
Scrolling As with other parts of your phone's menu, you'll have to scroll up and down to see everything on some Web sites. To scroll line by line through Web sites: Press the navigation key up and down.
Page 156 You’ll find that the left softkey is used primarily for selecting items. This softkey is often labeled “OK.” If the items on a page are numbered, you can use your keypad (number keys) to select an item. (The tenth item in a numbered list may be selected by pressing the 0 key on your phone’s keypad, even though the number 0 doesn’t appear...
Page 157: Accessing Messaging
Going Home To return to the Sprint PCS Vision home page from any other Web page: Press and hold – or – Select Menu > Home. Sprint PCS Messaging Accessing Messaging Now you can send and receive emails and text messages and participate in Web-based chatrooms right from your phone.
Page 158: Accessing Additional Email Providers
To access Sprint PCS Mail from your phone: Select Menu > Messaging > IM & Email > PCS Mail. (If you’re a first-time user, your phone will prompt you to set up your Sprint PCS Mail account by establishing a user name and password.)
Page 159 Note: The information required to sign in will vary depending on the email provider you are accessing. Follow the onscreen instructions to read, reply to, compose, send, and manage emails in your account. Accessing Sprint® Instant Messaging Sprint PCS Vision also provides you with access to popular instant messaging (IM) clients, including AOL®...
Page 160: Accessing Wireless Chatrooms
Accessing Wireless Chatrooms Sprint PCS Vision gives you the ability to join wireless chatrooms from your phone, to send text messages and icons to chatroom participants, or to launch a one-on-one (private) chatroom. To access a chatroom from the browser: Select Messaging >...
Page 161: Downloading Premium Services Content
Next 9 to view additional items.) Search allows you to use your keypad to enter search criteria to locate an item. You may enter an entire word or title or perform a partial-word search. (For example, entering “goo” returns “Good Ol’ Boy,” “The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly,”...
Page 162 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 163 My Content Manager is a storage area on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network that is assigned specifically to your account. It allows you to store all of your Premium Service downloadable files. The files remain in My Content Manager until their license terms have expired – even after you have downloaded the content to your phone.
Page 164: Exploring The Web
Exploring the Web With Web access you can browse full-color graphic versions of your favorite Web sites, making it easier than ever to stay informed while on the go. Follow sports scores and breaking news and weather and shop on your phone anywhere on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network.
Page 165: Using The Browser Menu
Using the Browser Menu Navigating the Web from your phone using the Sprint 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 137.
Page 166 Go to URL. Allows you to navigate directly to a Web site by entering its URL (Web site address). View History. Keeps a list of links to your most recently visited sites. To navigate to a site, highlight it, press and then select Connect.
Page 167 Select Delete and press Select Yes to confirm and press bookmark. Going to a Specific Web Site To go to a particular Web site by entering a URL (Web site address): Press Menu ( Select Go to URL. Select the URL field and press...
Page 168 Select Refresh this Page. (The browser will reload the current Web page.) Restarting the Web Browser If the Web browser appears to be malfunctioning or stops responding, you can usually fix the problem by simply restarting the browser. To restart the Web browser: Press Menu ( Select More >...
Page 169: Sprint Pcs Vision Faqs
Sprint PCS Vision FAQs How will I know when my phone is ready for Sprint PCS Vision service? Your user name (for example, ) will be bsmith001@sprint.com displayed in the Phone Info. listing in your phone’s Settings menu. How do I sign in for the first time? You are automatically signed in to access Sprint PCS Vision services when you turn on your phone.
Page 170 Sprint PCS Vision services. While signed out, you can still place or receive phone calls, check voicemail, and use other voice services. You may sign in again at any time. To sign out, go to Settings > PCS Vision > Disable Vision in your phone’s menu.
Page 171: Sprint Pcs® Voice Command
With Sprint PCS Voice Command, reaching your friends, family, and coworkers has never been easier – especially when you’re on the go. You can even listen to Web-based information, such as news, weather, and sports. Your voice does it all with Sprint PCS Voice Command.
Page 172: 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 173: 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 174: Making A Call With Sprint Pcs Voice Command
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 175: Accessing Information Using Sprint Pcs Voice Command
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 177: Section 4: Safety And Warranty Information
Sec t ion 4 Safety and Warranty Information...
Page 179: Important Safety Information
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 180: 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 181: Maintaining Safe Use Of And Access To Your Phone
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 182 Restricting Children’s Access to Your Phone Your phone is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with it as they could hurt themselves and others, damage the phone or make calls that increase your Sprint PCS Invoice.
Page 183: Using Your Phone With A Hearing Aid Device
Any combined rating equal to five is considered normal use. Any combined rating equal to four is considered usable. Thus, if you pair an M3 hearing aid with an M3 phone, you will have a combined rating of six for “best use.”...
Page 184: Caring For The Battery
Move the phone around to find the point with least interference. 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.
Page 185 For safe disposal options of your Li-Ion batteries, contact your nearest Sprint authorized service center. 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. Section 4A: Important Safety Information...
Page 186: Radiofrequency (Rf) Energy
Radiofrequency (RF) Energy Understanding How Your Phone Operates Your phone is basically a radio transmitter and receiver. When it’s turned on, it receives and transmits radio frequency (RF) signals. When you use your phone, the system handling your call controls the power level. This power can range from 0.006 watts to 0.2 watts in digital mode.
Page 187: Owner's Record
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 188: Phone Guide Proprietary Notice
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. Pat. 5,818,437, U.S. Pat. 5,953,541, U.S. Pat. 6,011,554 and other patents pending. Phone Guide template version 5A (September 2005)
Page 189: 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...
Page 190: Manufacturer's Warranty
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 191 Purchaser's sales receipt or comparable substitute proof of sale showing the date of purchase, the serial number of Product and the sellers' name and address. To obtain assistance on where to deliver the Product, call Samsung Customer Care at 1-888-987-4357.
Page 192 ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE 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,...
Page 193 This Limited Warranty allocates risk of Product failure between Purchaser and SAMSUNG, and SAMSUNG's Product pricing reflects this allocation of risk and the limitations of liability contained in this Limited Warranty. The agents, employees, distributors, and dealers of SAMSUNG are not authorized to make modifications to this Limited Warranty, or make additional warranties binding on SAMSUNG.
Page 194 Section 4B: Manufacturer’s Warranty...
Page 195: Index
Call Guard 74 Call History 77–81 Erasing 81 Making a Call 79 Prepending a Phone Number 81 Saving a Phone Number 80 Call Setup Options 58 Call Waiting 128 Caller ID 127 Chat 142 Contacts 83–92 Adding a Phone Number 88...
Page 196 Call Answer Mode 61 Display Settings 49–52 Location Settings 52 Messaging Settings 53–55 Sound Settings 44–49 TTY Use 56–57 Plus (+) Code Dialing 37 Preset Messages 42 Index Resetting Your Phone 68 Restriction 60 Ringer Types 44 Ringer Volume 47 Roaming 71–74...
Page 197 Operator Services 9 T9 Text Input 40 Task List 100 Text Greeting 49 Three-Way Calling 128 TTY Use 56–57 Turning Your Phone On and Off 21 Unlocking Your Phone 65 Updating your Phone Software 57 Voice Memos 108–109 Voice Services 103–107 Voice-Activated Dialing 104–...

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Samsung SPHA580 Phone Manual

Welcome to Sprint

Introduction

Your Phone's Menu

Section 1: Getting Started

Setting up Service

Section 2: Your Phone

Your Phone: the Basics

Controlling Your Phone's Settings

Setting Your Phone's Security

Controlling Your Roaming Experience

Managing Call History

Using Contacts

Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools

Using Your Phone's Voice Services

Section 3: Sprint PCS Service Features

Sprint PCS Service Features: the Basics

Sprint PCS Vision

Sprint PCS® Voice Command

Section 4: Safety and Warranty Information

Important Safety Information

Manufacturer's Warranty

Index

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