Getting The Most Out Of Your Reception - Sprint SCP-5000 User Manual

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Getting the Most Out of your
Reception
Keeping Tabs on Signal Strength
The call quality of your phone is always at its
best when the antenna is fully raised. If
you're inside a building, being near a
window may give you better reception.
The quality of each call you make or receive
depends on the signal strength in your area.
Your phone informs you of the current
strength by displaying a number of bars next
to the signal strength icon. The more bars
displayed, the stronger the signal.
Understanding Power Save Feature
If you try to use your Sprint PCS Phone in an
area where the signal is not available, the
Power Save feature automatically activates to
conserve battery power if you're unable to pick
up a signal for 15 minutes. If your phone is on,
it periodically rechecks service availability or
you can check yourself by pressing any key.
Anytime the Power Save feature is activated, a
message displays on the screen.
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.
Knowing Performance and Safety Guidelines