All this is designed to make your life easier and worry free. We know you’re eager to start using your phone right away, and the three sections of this guide are designed to help you do just that. Getting Started.
Getting Advanced Phone and Service Information This guide covers your phone’s basic features and services. To learn how to use all the advanced features of your phone and service, visit account management page with your Sprint PCS Phone Number and password. There, under the “My Phone & Plan”...
Getting Started Activating and Using Your Sprint PCS Service...
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•Your Social Security number •Your driver’s license number •Your Electronic Serial Number (also known as ESN; refer to step 4 on page 4 to locate the number) •The city and state where your phone will primarily be used •A pen Setting up your service —...
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Sprint 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 pays for your Sprint PCS Service), you can get a sub- www.sprintpcs.com account password at My Account Password is: _________________________ You’ll create your voicemail password when you set up...
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If you have a Sprint PCS Vision Phone, you can set up a Sprint PCS Vision Password. This optional password may be used to authorize purchase of premium content and to protect personal information on multi-phone accounts. My Sprint PCS Vision Password is: ___________________...
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Sprint PCS Clear Pay Check this box if you are on the Sprint PCS Clear Program. If you are not on the Sprint PCS Clear Pay Program, skip ahead to step 6 on page 7. Follow these easy steps to continue enjoying your new Sprint PCS Service: •Keep track of your minutes...
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12 hours). Note: Until you speak with a specialist, you will be given the option to speak with a Sprint PCS Clear Pay Program Specialist each time your service has been turned off. Once you speak with a specialist, you will thereafter automatically be connected to our automated payment process.
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I have opted not to sign a Sprint PCS Advantage Agreement. $______ Monthly fee Note: Your agreement for wireless service with Sprint is made up of the service plan you choose and the Terms and Conditions of Service that can be found on page 52 of this guide.
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Sprint PCS Vision User Name Sprint PCS Phone Number Sprint PCS Vision User Name Your user name (for example, also your email address for Sprint PCS Mail. It is automatically assigned to you when you sign up for Sprint PCS Vision. name@sprintpcs.com...
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Sprint PCS Service Areas Only Sprint built the largest all-digital, all-PCS nationwide network with advanced multimedia services reaching more than 240 million people for clarity you can see and hear. To find out where you can use your new phone, check out the most up-to-date coverage maps at www.sprintpcs.com...
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•Manage it online – visit www.sprintpcs.com Once you sign on, you can: View the details of your Sprint PCS Service Plan Find out how many minutes you have used and how many minutes are remaining in your plan View your current and previous three months...
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•Use your Sprint PCS Phone – press Once connected, you can: Access a summary of your service plan Find out the number of minutes remaining in your plan for the current invoice cycle Access information about your most recent invoice...
To mute the ringer during an incoming call, press the volume key up or down. TALK Key: Allows you to place or receive a call. In standby mode, press the key once to access the Outgoing call log.
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This allows you to play games, store large data files, and play and store music and video clips. END Key: Ends a call. Press and hold this key for a few seconds to turn your device On or Off. When you receive an incoming call, press to mute the ringer and send the call to voicemail.
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BACK Key: Deletes characters from the display when you are in text entry mode. When in a menu, press to return to the previous menu. This key also allows you to return to the previous screen in a Sprint PCS Web session.
External Display Viewing the Display Screen This list identifies the symbols you’ll see on your main LCD screen. Displays your current signal strength. The more lines you have, the stronger your signal. Means your phone cannot find a signal.
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Indicates that Position Location is turned On. Indicates that Position Location is turned On for 911 calls only. Indicates that the ringer has been set to vibrate or Off in the profile setting. Indicates that the phone is being charged.
Turning Your Phone On and Off Turning Your Phone On Press the powering on images and then automatically enter standby mode — the phone’s idle state. At this point, you’re ready to begin making and receiving calls.) Turning Your Phone Off Press image is displayed.
Using the Battery and Charger Installing and Removing the Battery To install, insert the battery into the opening on the back of the phone and gently press up until the latch snaps into place. To remove, make sure the power is off. Press the battery release down and slide the battery down and away from the phone.
Plug the other end into a standard wall outlet. Plug the Travel Charger connector into the back of the Desktop Charger. When charging the battery, a red light is displayed on the front of the Desktop Charger. When the battery is completely charged, a green light is displayed on the front of the Desktop Charger.
When you’re finished, close the flip or press Answering Calls Make sure your phone is on. (If your phone is off, incoming calls go to voicemail.) When your phone rings, vibrates, or displays a message on screen, answer the call by pressing (Depending on your settings, you may also answer a call by opening the flip or by pressing any key.)
Phone Book entry or when using the phone’s messaging features). They are: T9 - Allows you to enter text using a predictive text entering system that reduces the amount of keys that need to be pressed while entering a word. Also allows you to select all uppercase, sentence case, or underline.
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To enter text using ABC: Press and hold text entry modes. Release the key when the desired mode is displayed in the upper right corner of the screen. From a text entry screen (for example, a phone book entry), press Use your keypad to enter the contact's name.
Controlling Your Roaming Experience Your phone is digital dual band, which means you can make and receive calls while on the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network. You can also roam on other digital networks where we’ve implemented roaming agreements with other carriers.
Note: If an existing entry was selected, skip to step 5 to continue entering the new number into the existing entry. Enter the first name of the contact using the keypad...
Finding Contacts This feature allows you to search for contact names saved in your phone by entering numbers. When searching, you must enter the digits and then press the navigation key down to select the area under the phone number. The smart dialing feature automatically narrows down the choices of available matches.
Normal - This profile is the default setting that is selected when you first power up the phone. Silent - This profile is set up to silence all ringers or notification alerts associated with the phone. Meeting - This profile has lowered the levels of the notification alerts and turned the ringer to vibrate.
Press the volume keys on the side of your phone during the call. TTY Use with Sprint PCS Service A TTY (also known as a TDD or Text Telephone), is a telecommunications device that allows people who are deaf or hard of hearing, or who have speech or language disabilities, to communicate by telephone.
To turn TTY mode on or off: Press left or right to select On or Off and press Press IMPORTANT Sprint PCS recommends that TTY users make emergency calls by other means including NOTICE: Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS), analog cellular, and land line communications. Wireless TTY...
Sprint PCS Service Features Call Waiting To respond to an incoming call while you’re on a call: The screen displays the incoming call and a tone is heard. Press existing call on hold. To switch between callers, press When you’re finished, press...
When you’re connected to the second party, press once more to begin your three-way call. If one of the people you called hangs up, you and the remaining caller stay connected. If you initiated the call and are the first to hang up, all three callers will be disconnected.
With Sprint PCS Voice Command, you can call a number just by saying a name. Note: Beginning Fall 2004, please dial [*] [2] [TALK] to activate your Sprint PCS Voice Command service. Sprint PCS Voice Command calls will still be made using [*] [TALK].
Highlight Sprint PCS and press End or exit your browser session by pressing Enabling Sprint PCS Vision Services You can enable Sprint PCS Vision services to access all Sprint PCS Vision services, including Web and messaging. Enabling Sprint PCS Vision will include any charges associated with Sprint PCS Vision services.
Note: You can also press the navigation key left or right to highlight the Internet Explorer icon and then press OK to launch the browser. Sprint PCS Vision Services With Sprint PCS Vision, you will have access to applications that let you stay in touch with family and friends, have fun, stay informed on the go, and make your phone unique.
Your Phone’s Special Features Voice Notes The Voice Notes feature allows you to record and save individual notes. The amount of notes that can be saved is determined by the available memory in the handset. Calendar The built-in Calendar offers several personal information management features to help you manage your busy lifestyle.
Accessories for Your Phone Standard Battery Provides up to 2.3 hours of continuous digital talk time or up to 96 hours of continuous digital standby time. Note: Standby and talk times will vary depending on phone usage patterns and conditions. Battery power consumption...
Hands-Free Stereo Headset Allows you to use your phone with the optional earpiece. Travel Charger This lightweight, compact charger plugs directly into your phone to charge the battery while traveling. It plugs into any standard 110-220V 60 Hz outlet. Leather Case Made of the highest quality of leather to provide secure protection for your SP-i600 by Samsung.
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.
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. If it’s inoperable, return it to a Sprint Store or call Sprint PCS Customer Solutions for service.
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Following Safety Guidelines To operate your phone safely and efficiently, always follow any special regulations in a given area. Turn your phone off in areas where use is forbidden or when it may cause interference or danger. Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radiofrequency (RF) signals.
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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.
Keep the metal contacts on top of the battery clean. Don’t attempt to disassemble or short-circuit the battery. The battery may need recharging if it has not been used for a long period of time. It’s best to replace the battery when it no longer provides acceptable performance.
Acknowledging Special Precautions and the FCC Notice FCC Notice This 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.
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.
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. User’s Guide template version 3D (04-08-04)
(a) provide your written or electronic signature; (b) accept through an oral or electronic statement; (c) attempt to or in any way use any of the Services; (d) pay for any Services; or (e) open any materials or package that says you are accepting when you open it.
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Certain service, promotional or product offers may require that you agree to or extend a Term Service Plan. As discussed below, we may charge you an Early Termination Fee if you deactivate a Term Service Plan before the end of the term.
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In certain instances, you may transfer your number from another carrier to us, or from us to another carrier.
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Sprint PCS Vision Charges. Vision usage is measured in bytes, not in minutes. Bytes are rounded up to kilobytes. Usage rounding occurs at the top of each clock hour while in a session and at the end of each...
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Services. Depending on your Services, usage may be charged against an allowance or on a fixed price per kilobyte. Usage charges may be rounded up to the next cent at monthly or other intervals. In certain instances, you may not know that your session has not ended.
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Past due amounts accrue late charges by the due date on the invoice. charges until paid at the rate of 5% per month or at the highest rate allowed by law and may result in immediate suspension of your account.
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75 days after account termination. If the funds are returned to us, you may claim these funds for one year from the date of return. Any money held during this one-year period will not accrue interest for your benefit and are subject to a servicing fee charged against the balance.
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Indicators of messages on your device, including mailbox icons, may not always provide an up to date indication of new messages and you may at times need to manually reset or clear your mailbox indicator. Legitimate messages may be interrupted by software aimed at prevention of SPAM or similar messages.
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(e) interruption or failure in accessing or attempting to access emergency services from your phone, including through 911, E911 or otherwise; or (f) events due to factors beyond our control, including acts of God (including, without limitation, weather-related phenomena, fire or earthquake), war, riot, strike, or orders of In the event we are found to be responsible to you governmental authority.
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We agree to act in good faith in selecting an arbitrator. The arbitration will be conducted by and under the then-applicable rules of JAMS or NAF, wherever the arbitration is filed or, if the arbitrator is chosen by mutual agreement of the parties, the then-applicable rules of JAMS will apply unless the parties agree otherwise.
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Miscellaneous. You may notify us by calling us at 1-888-211-4PCS, or use that number to get our current address for written notice. We may send you notice to your last known address in our invoicing records, or by calling leaving you a voice message on your wireless device or home phone.
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Other Phone Accessories What is Not Covered? This Limited Warranty is conditioned upon proper use of Product by Purchaser. This Limited Warranty does not cover: (a) defects or damage resulting from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, unusual physical, electrical or electromechanical stress, or modification of any part of Product, including antenna, or cosmetic damage;...
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(i) the battery has been charged by a battery charger not specified or approved by SAMSUNG for charging the battery, (ii) any of the seals on the battery are broken or show evidence of tampering, or (iii) the battery has been used in equipment other than the SAMSUNG phone for which it is specified.
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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 DAMAGES, OR LOSS OF...
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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.