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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i

Your Device's Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i

Section 1: Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

1A. Setting Up Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Setting Up Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Activating Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Setting Up Your Voicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Sprint Account Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Section 2: Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

2A. Device Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Viewing the Display Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Turning Your Device On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Battery and Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Device Function Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Navigation and Customization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Displaying Your Phone Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Entering Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Creating a Google Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

2B. Making and Answering Calls . . . . . . . . . 43

Making Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Answering Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Missed Call Notification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Calling Emergency Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

In-Call Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Saving a Phone Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Finding a Phone Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Dialing and Saving Phone Numbers

With Pauses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Dialing From the Contacts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Using Direct Dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Plus (+) Code Dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

2C. Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Sound Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Display Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Location Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Synchronizing Accounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Search Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Messaging Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Airplane Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

TTY Use With Sprint Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Security Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

2D. Call Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Viewing the Call Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Call Log Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Making a Call From the Call Log . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Saving a Number From the Call Log . . . . . . . . 69

Prepending a Number From the Call Log . . . . . 70

Clearing the Call Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

2E. Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Creating a New Contacts Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Adding a Contact to Your Favorites . . . . . . . . . . 72

Editing a Contacts Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Adding a Number to a Contacts Entry . . . . . . . . 74

Editing a Contacts Entry’s Numbers . . . . . . . . . . 74

Assigning Direct Dialing Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Selecting a Ringtone for an Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Assigning a Picture to an Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Finding Contacts Entries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Selecting which Contacts are Displayed . . . . . . 76

Communicating with Your Contacts . . . . . . . . . 76

Importing, Exporting, and Sharing Contacts . . . 78

2F. Accounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Adding Accounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Removing an Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Configuring Account Sync and

Display Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

2G. Calendar & Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Folders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Calculator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Updating Your Android Operating System . . . . 94

Updating Your Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Updating Your PRL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

2H. Voice Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Voice Dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Opening Menus With Voice Dialer . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Text-to-Speech . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Voice Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

2I. microSD Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

Your Device's microSD Card and Adapter . . . . 99

microSD Card Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Connecting Your Device to Your Computer . . 102

2J. Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Taking Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Recording Videos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

2K. Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Turning Bluetooth On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Using the Bluetooth Settings Menu . . . . . . . . . 111

Pairing Bluetooth Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Sending Items via Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Disconnecting Bluetooth Connection

During an Active Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

Section 3: Sprint Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

3A. Sprint Service: The Basics . . . . . . . . . . 116

Visual Voicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

Text Messaging (SMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Multimedia Messaging (MMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

Caller ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Call Waiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Making a 3-Way Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Call Forwarding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

Roaming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

3B. Web and Data Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

Getting Started With Data Services . . . . . . . . . 132

Navigating the Web . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

Connecting to Wi-Fi Networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140

Sharing Your Device’s Mobile Data

Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

Email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

Android Market

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160

Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161

Data Services FAQs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165

3C. Entertainment: TV and Music . . . . . . . . 166

Getting Started with Sprint TV and Music . . . 166

Sprint TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167

Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169

Streaming Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171

YouTub e

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172

3D. GPS Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173

GPS Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173

Google Maps

TeleNavTM GPS Navigator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176

Getting Driving Directions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178

Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174

Section 4: Safety and Warranty

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183

4A. Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . 184

General Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to

Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185

Using Your Phone With a Hearing Aid Device 186

Caring for the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188

Radio Frequency (RF) Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189

Owner’s Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191

Open Source License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191

4B. Manufacturer’s Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . 192

Manufacturer’s Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192

Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195

Introduction

Your Device's Menu

This User Guide introduces you to Sprint® service and all the features of your new device. It’s divided into four sections:

⽧ Section 1: Getting Started

⽧ Section 2: Your Device

⽧ Section 3: Sprint Service Features

⽧ Section 4: Safety and Warranty Information

Note: Because of updates in device software, this printed

guide may not be the most current version for your device. Visit to access the most recent version of the user guide.

WARNING: Please refer to the Important Safety Information

www.sprint.com and sign on to My Sprint

section on page 184 to learn about information that will help you safely use your device. Failure to read and follow the Important Safety Information in this device guide may result in serious bodily injury, death, or property damage.

The following table outlines your device’s home screen and Settings options. For more information about using your device’s menus, see “Navigation and Customization” on page 28.

From the Home screen, press to open the menu:

䡲 Add ( ) 䡲 Wallpaper ( ) 䡲 Sprint ID ( ) 䡲 Search ( ) 䡲 Notifications ( ) 䡲 Settings ( )

Tap these onscreen buttons to reveal these additional options and features:

> Add

1: Shortcuts

1: Applications 2: Bookmark 3: Contact 4: Direct dial 5: Direct message 6: Directions & Navigation

7. Gmail label 8: Latitude 9: Music playlist 10: Settings

2: Wi dgets

1: Analog clock 2: Calendar

3. ContactsWidget 4: Google Search 5: Home screen tips 6: Latitude 7: Market 8: Music 9: MessagingWidget 10: Pict ure frame 11: Power control 12: Voicemail 13: YouTube

3: Folders

1: New folder 2: All contacts 3: Contacts with phone numbers 4: Starred contacts

4: Wallpapers

1: Gallery 2: ID wallpapers 3: Live wallpapers 4: Wallpapers

> Wallpaper

1: Gallery

2: ID wallpapers

3: Live wallpapers

4: Wallpapers

> Sprint ID

> Search

> Notifications

> Settings > Wireless & networks

1: Airplane mode (On/Off)

2: Wi-Fi (On/Off)

3: Wi-Fi settings

1: Wi-Fi (On/Off) 2: Network notification (On/Off) 3: Add Wi-Fi network

4: Bluetooth (On/Off)

5: Bluetooth settings

1: Bluetooth (On/Off) 2: Device name 3: Discoverable (On/Off) 4: Scan for devices

6: Portable hotspot

1: Portable Wi-Fi hotspot (On/Off) 2: Portable Wi-Fi hotspot settings 3: Help

7: VPN settings

1: Add VPN

8: Mobile networks

> Settings > Call settings

1: Voicemail

2: Call Guard (On/Off)

1: Data enabled 2: Data roaming 3: Data Roam Guard

3: Plus code dialing

1: US/Canada dialing (On/Off) 2: Other intl. dia ling

4: System select

1: Sprint only 2: Automatic

5: TTY mode

1: T TY Of f 2: TT Y Fu ll 3: TTY HCO 4: TTY VCO

6: DTMF Tones

1: Normal 2: Long

> Settings > Sound

General

1: Silent mode (On/Off)

2: Vibrate

1: Always 2: Never 3: Only in Silent mode 4: Only when not in Silent mode

3: Volume

1: Ringtone 2: Media 3: Alarm

Incoming calls

1: Phone ringtone

Notifications

1: Notification ringtone

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Feedback

1: Audible touch tones (On/Off)

2: Audible selection (On/Off)

3: Screen lock sounds (On/Off)

4: Haptic feedback (On/Off)

5: Emergency tone

1: O ff 2: Ale rt 3: Vibrate

> Settings > Display

1: Brightness

2: Auto-rotate screen (On/Off)

3: Animation

1: No animations 2: Some animations 3: All animations

4: Screen timeout

1: 15 seconds 2: 30 seconds 3: 1 minute 4: 2 minutes 5: 10 minutes 6: 30 minutes

> Settings > Location & security

My Location

1: GPS Privacy Setting

1: Location On 2: E911 Only

2: Use wireless networks (On/Off)

3: Use GPS satellites (On/Off)

Screen unlock

1: Set up screen lock

1: None 2: Pattern 3: PIN 4: Password

Passwords

1: Visible passwords (On/Off)

Device administration

1: Select device administrators

Credential storage

1: Use secure credentials (On/Off)

2: Install from SD card

3: Set password

4: Clear storage

> Settings > Applications

1: Unknown sources (On/Off)

2: Manage applications

3: Running services

4: De velopment

1: USB debugging (On/Off) 2: Stay awake (On/Off) 3: Allow mock locations (On/Off)

> Settings > Accounts & sync

General sync settings

1: Background data (On/Off)

2: Auto-sync (On/Off)

Manage accounts

> Settings > Privacy

Personal data

1: Factory data reset

> Settings > SD card & phone

storage

SD card

1: Total space

2: Available space

3: Unmount SD card

4: Format SD card (On/Off)

Internal phone storage

1: Available space

> Settings > Search

Web

1: Google search

1: Show web suggestions (On/Off) 2: Use My Location (On/Off) 3: Search history (On/Off) 4: Manage search history

Phone

1: Searchable items

1: Web (On/Off) 2: Apps (On/Off) 3: Contacts (On/Off) 4: Messaging (On/Off) 5: Music (On/Off) 6: Voicemail (On/Off)

2: Clear shortcuts

> Settings > Language & keyboard

1: Select language

1: English 2: Español 3: 한국어 4: 5:

Text settings

1: Android keyboard

1: Vibrate on keypress (On/Off) 2: Sound on keypress (On/Off) 3: Auto-capitalization (On/Off) 4: Voice input 5: Input languages 6: Quick fixes (On/Off ) 7: Show suggestions (On/Off ) 8: Auto-complete (On/ Off)

2: User dictionary

> Settings > Voice input & output

Voice input

1: Voice recognizer settings

1: Language

䡲 Default - English (US) 䡲 English (US) 䡲 English (Canada) 䡲 English (UK ) 䡲 English (Australia) 䡲 English (New Zealand) 䡲 English (India) 䡲 English (Generic) 䡲 Chinese, Mandarin (China, Simplified) 䡲 Chinese, Mandarin ( Taiwan, Traditional) 䡲 Japanese (Japan) 䡲 German (Germany) 䡲 Spanish (Spain) 䡲 French (France) 䡲 Italian (Italy) 䡲 Korean (South Korea)

2: SafeSearch

䡲 Of f 䡲 Moderate 䡲 Strict

3: Block offensive words (On/Off)

Voice output

1: Text-to-speech settings

1: Listen to an example 2: Always use my settings (On/Off)

2: Default settings

1: Default Engine 2: Install voice data 3: Speech rate 4: Language

3: Engines

1: Pico TTS

> Settings > Accessibility

1: Accessibility (On/Off)

Accessibility services

1: Ta lkB ack (O n/ Of f)

2: SoundBack (On/Off)

3: KickBack (On/Off)

Power button

1: Power button ends call (On/Off)

> Settings > Date & time

1: Use 24-hour format (On/Off)

2: Select date format

1: Normal (12/31/2010) 2: 12/31/2010 3: 31/12/2010 4: 2010/12/31

> Settings > About phone

1: System updates

2: Status

1: Battery status 2: Battery level 3: My phone number 4: MIN 5: PRL Version 6: ESN 7: MEID 8: Network 9: Signal strength 10: Mobile network type 11: Service state 12: Roaming 13: Mobile network state 14: Wi-Fi MAC address 15: Up time

3: Battery use

4: Legal information

1: Open source licenses 2: Google legal

5: Model number

6: Android version

7: Baseband version

8: Kernel version

9: Build number

10: SW version

11: Update Firmware

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12: Update Profile

13: Update PRL

In Call Menu

1: Add call 2: Dialpad 3: End call 4: Speaker (On/Off) 5: Mute/Unmute 6: Bluetooth

Section 1

Getting Started

⽧ Setting Up Your Device (page 2)

1A. Setting Up Service

⽧ Activating Your Device (page 2)

⽧ Setting Up Your Voicemail (page 5)

⽧ Sprint Account Passwords (page 6)

⽧ Getting Help (page 7)

䡲 Position the back cover over the battery

compartment and press down until you hear a click (see step 3, in the following illustration).

2. Press and hold located on the top right to

turn the device on.

Setting Up Your Device

1. Install the battery.

䡲 Remove the battery from its packaging. 䡲 Insert the battery into the opening in the back of

the device, making sure the connectors align (see step 1, in the following illustration). Gently press down to secure the battery (see step 2, in the following illustration).

2 1A. Setting Up Service

Activating Your Device

䢇 If you purchased your device at a Sprint Store, it is

probably activated and ready to use.

䢇 If you received your device in the mail and it is for a new

Sprint account or a new line of service, it is designed to

activate automatically. To confirm your activation, make a phone call.

䢇 If you received your device in the mail and you are

activating a new phone for an existing number on your

account, (you're swapping phones), you can activate

on your computer online or directly on your phone.

Activate on your computer:

䡲 Go to sprint.com/activate and follow the

instructions.

Activate on your phone:

Note: For security reasons, you will need your Sprint

phone number and PIN to use this activation method.

1. Turn on your new phone. (Make sure the old

one is turned off.) Your device will automatically attempt Hands-Free Activation.

Note: Your device will need to complete one hands-free

activation attempt before you can continue.

2. Ta p Activate to override auto-activation and start

the manual activation wizard.

Note: If you don't override Hands-Free Activation, your

device will attempt to autoactivate five times. Wait

Retry to appear on your screen. Tap Retry and

for

Activate.

then tap

3. Follow the onscreen prompts to complete the

activation process.

4. After you have completed the wizard, make a

phone call to confirm your activation.

If your phone is still not activated or you do not have access to the Internet, contact Sprint Customer Service

1-888-211-4727 for assistance.

Tip: Do not press while the phone is being activated.

Note: If you are having difficulty with activation, contact Sprint

cancels the activation process.

Pressing

Customer Service by dialing other phone.

1-888- 211- 4727 from any

1A. Setting Up Service 3

Setting Up Service

Sprint ID

Once your device is activated, the next thing you will need to do is to install an initial ID Pack. ID Packs are bundles of applications, ringtones, wallpapers, settings, and more. ID Packs are installed using an application called Sprint ID.

You can have up to six ID Packs installed at any one time and you can easily switch from one ID Pack to another without losing any applications already installed. For example, when you install the Sprint ID Pack, Sprint applications such as Sprint TV, TeleNav™ GPS Navigator, NASCAR Sprint Cup Mobile, and Sprint Football Live will remain in your applications.

Installing Your First ID Pack

Note: Your device must be activated, your battery should be

fully charged, and you should be in a network coverage area before you install an ID Pack.

1. Tap Install an ID on the Welcome to Sprint ID screen.

䡲 If your device is in PowerSave mode, press or

to reactivate the screen.

䡲 If the lock screen appears, unlock it by dragging

the Unlock icon to the right side of the screen.

4 1A. Setting Up Service

Note: You also have the ability to place an emergency call

directly from the Welcome to Sprint ID screen.

2. Tap an ID Pack on the Browse ID Packs screen.

Note: The Sprint ID pack comes with wallpapers, ringtones,

and applications such as Sprint TV, Navigation, Music, Football, and NASCAR.

3. Read the information screen for a description of

the ID Pack and touch

Install.

4. Touch Agree to accept the Terms & Conditions of

the ID Pack.

5. If prompted, touch Continue on any following

screens until you see the Downloading in the upper-left on your screen.

Note: While the ID Pack is downloading in the background,

you can begin to explore the features of your new device from the home screen.

When the download is complete, you will see [show download finished icon in the upper-left corner of the screen.

WARNING: DO NOT interrupt the download process.

6. Press > > Settings > Notifications. If the

download is complete, tap

ID ready to install to

install the ID Pack.

Switching ID Packs

1. Press > (Sprint ID).

2. Tap an ID Pack to replace your current pack.

– or –

Get New to install a new ID Pack and follow

Tap steps 2–6 of “Installing Your First ID Pack” on page 4.

Note: Certain features of Sprint ID are subject to change. For

the most up-to-date information about using Sprint ID, please visit www.sprint.com.

Make Your First Call

1. Press > . (Tap the Phone tab, if the screen

is not already on the dial screen.)

2. Use the dialpad to enter a phone number.

䡲 If you enter a wrong number, tap to erase

digits one by one.

䡲 To erase the entire number, touch and hold .

3. Ta p .

Note: Your device's battery should have enough charge for

your device to turn on and find a signal, set up your voicemail, and make a call. You should fully charge your battery as soon as possible. See “Charging the Battery” on page 19 for details.

Setting Up Your Voicemail

Your phone automatically transfers all unanswered calls to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. You should set up your Sprint Voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. Always use a password to protect against unauthorized access.

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Setting Up Service

Press > . (Tap the Phone tab, if the screen is not already on the dial screen.)

2. Touch and hold .

3. Follow the system prompts to:

䡲 Create your password. 䡲 Record your name announcement. 䡲 Record your greeting.

Note: Voicemail Password

Sprint strongly recommends that you create a password when setting up your voicemail to protect against unauthorized access. Without a password, anyone who has access to your phone is able to access your voicemail messages.

For more information about using your Visual Voicemail, see “Visual Voicemail” on page 116.

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Sprint Account Passwords

As a Sprint customer, you enjoy unlimited access to your personal account information, your voicemail account, and your data services account. To ensure that no one else has access to your information, you will need to create passwords to protect your privacy.

Account Username and Password

If you are the account owner, you will create an account username and password when you sign on to

www.sprint.com. (Click Need to register for access? to get

started.) If you are not the account owner (if someone else receives the bill for your Sprint service), you can get a sub-account password at

Voicemail Password

You’ll create your voicemail password (or passcode) when you set up your voicemail. See “Setting Up Your Voicemail” on page 5 for more information on your voicemail password.

www.sprint.com.

Data Services Password

With your Sprint phone, you may elect to set up an optional data services password to control access and authorize Premium Service purchases.

For more information, or to change your passwords, sign on to Service at

www.sprint.com or call Sprint Customer

1-888 -211- 4727.

Getting Help

Managing Your Account

Online: www.sprint.com

䢇 Access your account information. 䢇 Check your minutes used (depending on your Sprint

service plan).

䢇 View and pay your bill. 䢇 Enroll in Sprint online billing and automatic payment. 䢇 Purchase accessories. 䢇 Shop for the latest Sprint phones. 䢇 View available Sprint service plans and options.

䢇 Learn more about data services and other products

like Sprint Picture Mail, games, ringers, screen savers, and more.

From Your Sprint Phone

䢇 From the dial screen, tap to check

minute usage and account balance.

䢇 From the dial screen, tap to make a

payment.

䢇 From the dial screen, tap to access a

summary of your Sprint service plan or get answers to other questions.

䢇 From the dial screen, tap to add a new

line of service, upgrade your phone, purchase accessories, or access other account services.

From Any Other Phone

䢇 Sprint Customer Service: 1-88 8-211-4727. 䢇 Business Customer Service: 1-800-927-2199.

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Setting Up Service

Sprint 411

Sprint 411 gives you access to a variety of services and information, including residential, business, and government listings; movie listings or showtimes; driving directions, restaurant reservations, and major local event information. 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.

䊳 From the dial screen, tap .

Sprint Operator Services

Sprint Operator Services provides assistance when you place collect calls or when you place calls billed to a local telephone calling card or third party.

䊳 From the dial screen, tap .

For more information or to see the latest in products and services, visit us online at

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www.sprint.com.

Section 2

Your Device

2A. Device Basics

⽧ Your Device (page 10)

⽧ Viewing the Display Screen (page 14)

⽧ Turning Your Device On and Off (page 17)

⽧ Battery and Charger (page 18)

⽧ Device Function Keys (page 22)

⽧ Navigation and Customization (page 28)

⽧ Displaying Your Phone Number (page 39)

⽧ Entering Text (page 39)

⽧ Creating a Google Account (page 41)

Tip: Phone Software Upgrades – Updates to your device's

software may become available from time to time. Sprint will automatically upload critical updates to your device. You can also use the menu to check for and download updates. Press > >

> System updates

Settings > About phone

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1. Proximity Sensors

2. Status Bar

3. Call Key

4. Home Key

5. Menu Key

11. Earpiece

10. Touchscreen

9. Sprint ID Key

8. Application Tab

7. Search Key

6. Back Key

Key Functions

Notification icons Status icons

1. Proximity Sensors sense proximity towards other

objects (such as your head) so that touch commands are not accidentally activated during a call.

Note: Please be careful not to cover the sensors with a

protective film, pouch, or a protective case not authorized by LG.

2. Status Bar provides information about your

device's status and options, such as signal strength, roaming, ringer setting, messaging, and battery charge. The status bar displays icons indicating that you’ve received notifications (on the left) and icons indicating the device's status (on the right), along with the current time.

3. Call Key displays the dialpad so you can dial a

number. Also provides additional tabs to access

Call log, Contacts, and your Favorites.

4. Home Key returns to the Home screen. If you're

already viewing one of extension panes, it opens the central Home screen. Press and hold to display recently used applications.

5. Menu Key allows you to access your device's main

functions menu:

Notifications, and Settings. While in a menu, press

Add, Wallpaper, Sprint ID, Search,

to open a list of options available.

6. Back Key returns to the previous screen. Also

closes pop-up display items such as menus and dialog boxes.

7. Search Key displays the Quick Search box that can

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be used to search for a key term both on the device and online (page 26).

䡲 For example, entering the word “Pa” will display

any matching entries from your device’s Contacts list, installed applications, or will suggest search terms.

䡲 Press and hold to launch Voice Search where you

can initiate a Google™ search by verbally entering search terms. The device recognizes your spoken words and initiates a Web search.

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14. Volume Buttons

15. Voice Dialer Button

16. Camera Button

17. Microphone

18. Charger/Accessory Jack

13. Camera Lens

12. Speaker

21. microSD Slot

20. Headset Jack

19. Power/Lock Button

Application Tab opens the Applications screen to

view installed applications.

9. Sprint ID Key launches the Sprint ID application

from where you can replace a current ID or get a new one.

10. To uc hsc re en displays all the information needed to

operate your device, such as the applications, call status, the Contacts list, the date and time, and the signal and battery strength.

11. Earpiece lets you hear the caller and automated

prompts.

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12. Speaker lets you hear the different ringers and

sounds. The speaker also lets you hear the caller’s voice in speakerphone mode.

13. Camera Lens, as part of the built-in camera, lets

you take pictures and videos.

14 . Volume Buttons allow you to adjust the ringer and

media volumes, or to adjust the in-call volume during a call. When you press and hold the volume down button, the phone switches to the Sound-off mode.

15. Voice Dialer Button lets you activate the Voice Dialer

from the Home screen or from the Applications screen.

16. Camera Button lets you activate the camera and

camcorder. Once the Camera function is open, you can access the Video recorder function as well.

17. Microphone allows other callers to hear you clearly

when you are speaking to them.

18. Charger/Accessory Jack allows you to connect the

device charger or an optional USB cable (included). CAUTION! Inserting an accessory into the incorrect jack may damage the device.

19. Power/Lock Button locks the screen. Press and

hold to open the Phone options menu (for the following options):

Power off.

Silent mode, Airplane mode, and

20. Headset Jack allows you to plug in either a stereo

headset (included) or an optional headset for convenient, hands-free conversations. CAUTION! Inserting an accessory into the incorrect jack may damage the device.

21. microSD Slot accommodates the pre-installed

Note: Insert a microSD card to use the camera and other

microSD

card (expandable up to 32GB).

multimedia features. Multimedia contents will be saved in the microSD card. LG Optimus S™ has a microSD card pre-installed.

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Device Basics

Viewing the Display Screen

Notification icons Status icons

The Status Bar appears at the top of the screen. It displays icons indicating that you’ve received notifications (on the left) and icons indicating the device's status (on the right), along with the current time.

If you have more notifications than can fit in the Status bar, a plus icon prompts you to open the Status Bar to view them all. (See “Using the Notifications Panel” on page 24.)

The following list identifies the symbols you’ll see on your device's display screen:

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Status Bar – Service Icons

Signal Strength – Shows your current signal

strength. (More bars = stronger signal.)

No Service – Your phone cannot find a usable

signal.

3G Connected – Indicates that 3G data service

is available.

3G In Use – Indicates that 3G data service is in

use.

1x Data Connected – Indicates that 1x data

service is available.

1x Data Service In Use – Indicates that 1x data

service is in use.

Bluetooth On – Indicates that Bluetooth is on.

Bluetooth Connected – Indicates that the phone

is connected to a Bluetooth device.

GPS On – Indicates that GPS is on.

GPS Communicating – Indicates that the device

is receiving location data from GPS.

Roaming – Your phone is “roaming” off the

Nationwide Sprint Network.

Status Bar – Service Icons

Airplane Mode – Indicates that the device is in

Airplane Mode.

Status Bar – Status Icons

Speakerphone On – Indicates that

Speakerphone is on.

No microSD – Indicates that no microSD card is

installed.

Vibrate Mode – Indicates that the ringer volume

is set to vibrate and any sounds are silenced.

Ringer Silenced – Indicates that all sounds are

turned off.

Muted – Indicates that phone microphone is

muted.

Very Low Battery – Indicates that battery is very

low.

Low Battery – Indicates that battery is low.

Battery Drained (40%) – Indicates that battery is

partially drained.

Status Bar – Status Icons

Battery Full – Shows your current battery charge

level. (Icon shown is fully charged.)

Battery Charging – Indicates that battery is

charging.

Unknown Battery – Indicates that an unknown

battery is inserted.

Alarm Clock – Alarm is set.

Status Bar – Notification Icons

New Gmail Message – Indicates a new Gmail

message.

New Text or Multimedia Message – Indicates you

have received a new text or multimedia message.

New Email – Indicates a new Email message.

Problem With Text Or Multimedia Message Delivery

– Indicates a text or multimedia

message is undeliverable.

New Google Talk Message – Indicates you have

received a new Google Talk message.

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Device Basics

Status Bar – Notification Icons

New Voicemail – Indicates you have received a

new voicemail message.

Upcoming Event – Alerts you to an upcoming

event.

Data Is Syncing – Application sync is active and

synchronization is in progress for Gmail, Calendar, and Contacts.

Problem With Sign-In Or Sync – There has

been an issue with your connection to the Google server, or you were not properly signed into your account. In order to use Google application or sync features, you must set up and sign into an active Google account.

Full microSD Card – Indicates that microSD card

is full.

Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot Active – Indicates that

portable Wi-Fi hotspot is active and your device is sharing its data connection.

An Open Wi-Fi Network Available – Indicates that

an open Wi-Fi network is available.

USB Connected – The device has detected an

active USB connection.

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Status Bar – Notification Icons

USB Debugging Connected – The device has

detected an active USB connection and is in a USB Debugging mode.

More Notifications Not Displayed – Indicates that

there are more notifications which are not displayed in the status bar.

Call In Progress – Indicates that a call is in

progress.

Call In Progress Using Bluetooth Headset –

Indicates that a call is in progress using the Bluetooth headset.

Call Being Forwarded – Indicates that a call is

being forwarded.

Call On Hold – Indicates that a call is on hold.

Missed Call – Indicates that you have missed

calls.

Uploading Data – Indicates that your device is

uploading data.

Downloading Data – Indicates that your device is

downloading data.

Download Finished – Indicates that a download

is complete.

Status Bar – Notification Icons

Connected To VPN – Indicates that the device is

connected to a Virtual Private Network.

Disconnected From VPN – Indicates that the

device is disconnected from the Virtual Private Network.

Song Is Playing – Indicates that a song is

playing.

Lock Screen – Indicates that screen is locked.

Carrier data use threshold approaching or exceeded

TTY – Indicates that your phone is operating in

TTY mode.

Turning Your Device On and Off

Turning Your Devi ce On

䊳 Press and hold .

Once your phone is on, it may display “Searching for Service.” When your phone finds a signal, it enters standby mode – 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. When a signal is found, your phone automatically returns to standby mode.

In Power Save mode, your phone searches for a signal periodically without your intervention. You can also initiate a search for Sprint service by pressing any key (when your phone is turned on).

Tip: The Power Save feature conserves your battery power

when you are in an area where there is no signal.

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Device Basics

Turning Your Device Off

1. Press and hold for two seconds until you

see the powering-down animation on the display screen.

2. Ta p (Power off) and then tap OK to power off

the device.

Your screen remains blank while your phone is off (unless the battery is charging).

Wake Up the Screen

If you don’t use the device for a while, the screen and backlight will shut off to conserve battery power.

To wake up the device's screen

1. Press or any physical key ( , , , or

). Your lock screen will appear. See “Your

Device's Lock Feature” on page 65.

2. Touch and drag the green lock icon to the right.

The last screen you were working on opens. (This is the default lock screen.)

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Battery and Charger

WARNING: Use only Sprint-approved or LG-approved

Sprint-approved or LG-approved batteries and accessories can be found at Sprint Stores or through LG; or call 1-866-866-7509 to order. They’re also available at

Battery Capacity

Your device 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 5 hours of continuous digital talk time.

When the battery reaches 5% of its capacity, the battery icon blinks. When there are approximately two minutes of talk time left, the device can sound an audible alert and then turn off.

batteries and chargers with your device. The failure to use a Sprint-approved or LG-approved battery and charger may increase the risk that your phone will overheat, catch fire, or explode, resulting in serious bodily injury, death, or property.

www.sprint.com.

Note: Long backlight settings, searching for service, using

vibrate mode, browser use, and other variables may reduce the battery’s talk and standby times.

Tip: Watch your device's battery level indicator and charge

the battery before it runs out of power.

Installing the Battery

䊳 See “Setting Up Your Device” on page 2.

Removing the Battery

1. Make sure the power is turned off so that you don’t

lose any unsaved items.

2. Lift the back cover using the fingertip cutout

located on top of the cover and remove it.

3. Lift the battery using the fingertip cutout and

remove it from the device.

WARNING: Do not handle a damaged or leaking Li-Ion

battery as you can be burned.

Charging the Battery

Keeping track of your battery’s charge is important. If your battery level becomes too low, your device automatically turns off, and you will lose any information you were just working on.

Always use a Sprint-approved or LG-approved desktop charger, travel charger, or vehicle power adapter to charge your battery.

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Device Basics

Connect the cableless wall adapter and USB data cable. Connect as shown; the LG logo on the USB cable should face toward you.

2. Plug one end of the USB cable into the device's

Charger/Accessories Jack and the other end into an electrical outlet. The charge time varies depending upon the battery level.

With the Sprint-approved Li-Ion battery, you can recharge the battery before it becomes completely run down.

Battery Temperature Protection

Though extremely rare, if the battery becomes overheated, the phone will automatically turn off.

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Charging with USB

You can use your computer to charge your device. To be able to charge with the USB cable, you need to install the necessary USB drivers on your computer first. Connect one end of the USB cable to the Charger/ Accessory Jack on your device and connect the other end to a USB port on your computer. It is best to use the rear USB port when connecting to a desktop computer. The USB hub should be powered by an external power source (see NOTE below).

Note: Low-power USB ports are not supported, such as the

USB port on your keyboard or bus-powered USB hub.

LG USB Driver is downloadable from the following site: http://www.lgmobilephones.com

Support

> Select the Carrier(Sprint) > Select the Model (Optimus S download.

™) > Click USB Cable Driver to

> Click Mobile

Extending Your Battery Life

You can extend your battery's life between charges by turning off features that run in the background. You can also monitor how applications and system resources consume battery power.

䢇 Reduce your backlight on time. (See “Changing the

Backlight Time Length” on page 54.)

䢇 Turn Bluetooth off when not is use. (See “Turning

Bluetooth On and Off” on page 110.)

䢇 Turn Wi-Fi off when not is use. (See “To turn Wi-Fi on

and connect to a Wi-Fi network:” on page 141.)

䢇 Deactivate the GPS when not needed. Most

applications using this function will periodically query the GPS satellites for your current location; each query drains your battery. (See “Activating Location Mode” on page 173.)

䢇 Do not wait until your battery is completely depleted

before charging your device. Repeating this process of a complete discharge and recharge can over time reduce the storage capacity of any battery.

䢇 Turn off Automatic application sync. (See

“Synchronizing Accounts” on page 57.)

䢇 Use the Power Control Widget to deactivate hardware

functions such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, Synchronization, or LCD brightness setting. (See “Adding and Removing Widgets” on page 35.)

䢇 Check the Running Services and close any

unnecessary applications.

䡲 Turn down screen brightness and set a shorter

screen timeout. (See “Display Settings” on page 54.)

䡲 If you don't need them to sync, turn off automatic

syncing for Gmail, Calendar, Contacts, and other applications. (See “Synchronizing Accounts” on page 57.)

䡲 Use the Power Control widget to check and

control the wireless connections, Bluetooth power, GPS connection, syncing activity, and display brightness. (See “Adding and Removing Widgets” on page 35.)

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Device Basics

To check the battery's charge level:

䊳 Press > > Settings > About phone >

Status.

The battery status (charging, discharging) and level (as a percentage of fully charged) are displayed at the top of the screen.

To monitor and control what uses the battery:

Battery Use screen shows which applications

The consume the most battery power. You can also use it to turn off applications that you’ve downloaded, if they are consuming too much power.

1. Press > > Settings > About phone >

Battery use.

2. Tap any of the listed items for more options.

Cell standby to switch to Airplane Mode to save

power in areas with no cell coverage.

Phone idle to view battery used when phone is idle. Android system to view battery used by

applications when running.

Display adjust the display settings.

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Device Function Keys

The Optimus S™ comes equipped with four main function keys that can be used on any screen to access added functions.

Menu Key

The Menu Key ( ) activates an available menu function for the current screen or application. When on the Home screen, the following menu options are available:

䡲 Add ( ) adds one of the following functions to

a selected screen. Options include: Shortcuts, Widgets, Folders, and Wallpapers. (See “Customizing Your Home Screen” on page 34.)

䡲 Wallpaper ( ) provides the ability to customize

the current screen’s wallpaper image. This image can be obtained from either your Pictures folder or from any of the available images within the device’s Wallpaper gallery. (See page 36.)

䡲 Sprint ID ( ) allows you to access the

downloaded Sprint ID packs, change to another Sprint ID pack, or download new Spring ID packs.

䡲 Search ( ) displays the Quick Search box that

Touch to open more menu items.

can be used to search for a key term both on the device and on the Web. (See “Using the Search Key” on page 26.)

● For example, entering the word “Pa”, will

display any matching entries from your device’s Contacts list, installed applications, or will suggest search terms.

䡲 Notifications ( ) allows you to expand the

Status Bar to provide more detailed information about the current onscreen notification icons. (See “Using the Notifications Panel” on page 24.)

䡲 Settings ( ) provides quick access to the

device’s settings menu. (See “2C. Settings” on page 51.) The Settings menu can also be accessed by pressing

> > Settings.

Working with Menus

There are two Android menu types: Options menus and Context menus.

Options menus

Options menus contain tools that apply to the activities of the current screen or application, not to any specific

item on the screen. To open the available options menu, press .

䢇 Not all applications have Options menus; if you press

on a screen that has no Options menu, nothing

will happen.

Some applications have more Options menu items than can fit in the options menu; touch

More to open

the additional items.

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Using Context menus

When you touch and hold certain items on a screen, a Context menu opens.

Context menus contain options that apply to a specific item on the screen. To open a Context menu, touch and hold an item on the screen. Not all items have Context menus. If you touch and hold an item that has no Context menu, nothing will happen.

Selecting Menu Items

To select a menu or option, simply tap it. If there are more menus/options than can fit in a screen, slide the screen up to display more menus/options.

For example, to set the phone to play tones when dialing numbers on the dial pad:

1. Press > .

2. Ta p Settings.

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3. Tap Sound.

4. Slide the screen up to display more menus.

5. Tap Audible touch tones to checkmark it.

For the purposes of this guide, the above steps condense into:

䊳 Press > > Settings > Sound > Audible

touch tones.

Backing Up Within a Menu

To go to the previous menu:

䊳 Press .

To return to standby mode:

䊳 Press .

Using the Notifications Panel

Notification icons report the arrival of new messages, calendar events, alarms, as well as ongoing events, such as when you are on a call.

When you receive a notification, text appears briefly and the notification icon will be displayed in the Status

Bar. For descriptions of the various notification icons, see “Viewing the Display Screen” on page 14.

You can open the Notifications Panel to view a list of all recent notifications. Depending on your settings, you may hear a notification sound, and the device may vibrate.

Note: Adjusting sound volume and other general notifications

settings is described in “Sound Settings” on page 51.

Applications whose activities produce notifications, such as Gmail

and Google Talk, have their own settings, which you can use to configure whether, and how, they send notifications. See the sections on those applications for details.

To open the Notifications Panel:

䊳 Touch and drag the Status Bar to the bottom of the

screen.

– or –

䊳 Press > > Notifications.

The Notifications Panel displays your wireless provider and a list of your current notifications, organized into ongoing and event-based notifications.

To respond to a notification:

1. Open the Notifications Panel. Your current

notifications are listed in the panel, each with a brief description.

2. Tap a notification to view it. The Notifications Panel

will close and the application that corresponds to your response will open.

For example, new voicemail notifications dial your voicemail box, and network disconnect notifications open the list of configured networks so you can reconnect.

To clear all notifications:

1. Open the Notifications Panel.

Clear

2. Tap at the top right of the panel.

All event-based notifications will be cleared; ongoing notifications will remain in the list.

To close the Notifications Panel:

1. Touch and drag the tab at the bottom of the

Notifications Panel to the top of the screen.

2. Press . (The panel will also close when you

touch a notification.)

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Device Basics

Home Key

The Home Key takes you back to your main Home screen (of the 5 total available screens).

Back Key

The Back Key returns you to the previously active screen. If the onscreen keyboard is currently open, this key closes the keyboard.

Using the Search Key

The Search Key displays the Quick Search Box that can be used to search for a key term both on the device and on the Web. Some applications, such as Contacts, Gmail to search contents within those specific applications. Along with being able to search by typing in search terms, you are also able to search by voice.

䡲 Press to launch the Quick Search Box. 䡲 Press and hold to launch the Voice Search

function.

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, and Google MapsTM, have the ability

Device and Web Search Using Text Entry

1. Press > .

When you press on the Home screen or in the other applications that support this, the Quick Search Box will open automatically.

䡲 In some applications, such as Gmail, Contacts,

Browser, and Android Market own search box opens when you press . This is indicated by the application's icon on the left side of the search box.

Voice Search

Touch to search by voice.

Recent search results

Provides one touch shortcut to previously searched terms.

, the application's

2. Enter the text you're searching for in the Quick

Tap to conduct the search.

As you type, search results from your device, previous search terms, and Web search suggestions appear. Tap an item to search for that term.

Search Box.

䡲 You can use the Search preferences to configure

some aspects of Google Web search (for example, whether it makes suggestions below the Quick Search Box as you type), and what device features you want to include in searches. (See “Search Settings” on page 59.)

3. Tap to search for the entered text.

– or –

If what you want to search for appears in the suggestions list, tap that item to conduct the search.

To search different by type:

䊳 Tap > Google, Web, Apps, or Contacts.

To search using voice command:

䊳 Press and hold .

– or –

Tap from the Quick Search Box.

When you stop speaking, Google Search by Voice analyzes your speech and displays the results of your search.

The available Voice Commands are:

䢇 Say “Directions to,” followed by an address, name,

business name, type of business, or other destination, to get directions to that location from Google Maps

䢇 Say “Navigate to,” followed by an address, name,

business name, type of business, or other destination to get spoken, turn-by-turn directions to that destination.

䢇 Say “Map of,” followed by an address, name,

business name, type of business, or other location, to view that location on Google Maps.

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Device Basics

Navigation and Customization

Status Bar

Shows device status information including the time, signal strength, battery status, and notification icons.

Application Icons

Touch an icon (application, folder, etc.) to open and use it.

Application Tab

Touch to open the Applications screen to view installed applications.

Call Key

Touch to open the dial pad. Also provides additional tabs to access Call logCall log, ContactsContacts, and your FavoritesFavorites.

The LG Optimus S™ is a touch-sensitive device which allows you to not only select an onscreen option with a single touch, but to easily scroll through long lists. Simply slide up and down through the display with your fingertip.

Home Screen Overview

The Home screen is the starting point for many applications and functions, and it allows you to add items like application shortcuts, folders, or Google widgets to give you instant access to information and applications. This is the default page and accessible from any menu by pressing .

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Home Screen

To return to the Home screen:

䊳 Press at any time, from any application.

Extended Home Screens: the operating system provides

multiple Home screens to provide more space for adding icons, widgets, and more.

䊳 Slide your finger left or right across the Home

Location Indicator

The dots indicate which Home screen you are viewing.

Home screen thumbnails

Touch one for immediate access.

screen. The main screen is in the center with two extension screens on either side of it. (For more information on sliding, see “Gestures Guide” on page 37.)

Extended Home Screens

䊳 Touch and hold the Home screen dots on the

lower left or right of the screen to view thumbnails of the Extended Home screens, then touch one to go to that specific screen (see the following image).

Using the Application Tab

All of your device’s applications are located within the Applications screen. This tab houses shortcuts to your currently available applications.

Note: This screen houses all default and downloaded

applications (installed from Android Market).

1. Press > to open the screen.

䡲 To close the Applications screen, tap or press

again.

2. Scroll though the list and tap an icon to launch the

associated application.

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Device Basics

Applications: How to View, Open and

Applications screen

Home screen

Touch an application icon to open the application.

Slide the screen up or down to bring more icons into view.

Touch to open the Applications screen.

Touch to close the Applications screen.

Switch

All of the applications on your device, including any applications that you downloaded and installed from Android Market together on one Applications screen that you access from your Home screen. If you have more applications than you can currently see on the Applications screen, slide the screen up or down to view more.

The Applications screen contains all of the device's applications (though not downloaded widgets and other downloaded material that isn't an application), including the Alarm Clock, Browser, Calculator, Camera, Market, NASCAR Sprint Cup Mobile, Sprint Navigation, Sprint TV, YouTube, Voice Search, and much more.

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or other sources, are grouped

Overview

Opening and Closing the Applications Screen

To open the Applications screen:

䊳 Tap .

To close the Applications screen:

䊳 Tap .

䊳 Press .

Note: The Applications screen closes automatically when you

tap an icon to open its Application. Dragging an icon onto your Home screen also closes the Applications screen automatically.

Opening and Switching Applications

Multi-tasking is easy with AndroidTM. Opened applications can keep running in the background when you open another application. There’s no need to quit an application before opening another. You can easily switch among several open applications. Android manages each application, pausing and starting them as needed to ensure that unused applications don’t waste your device's resources.

To open an application:

䊳 Simply tap its icon on the screen.

Tip: You can customize your Home screen with shortcuts to

the applications you use most often. Applications are located on the Applications screen, but you can add an application shortcut to your Home screen for faster access. No matter where the icon is, on the Applications screen or your Home screen, just touch it to open and use it. See "Adding Application Icons to the Home Screen" (on this page) for more information.

To open multiple applications:

1. Tap an application icon to open it.

2. Press .

3. Tap and tap the icon for the other application

you want to open.

– or –

Simply tap the icon if the application you want is already on your Home screen.

To switch between multiple applications:

1. Press and hold . A small window opens with

icons of applications that you’ve used recently.

2. Tap the application icon you want to open.

– or –

Press to return to the current application.

Adding Application Icons to the Home Screen

Customize your Home screen with shortcuts to the applications you use most often.

1. Press > .

2. Touch and hold the application icon you want to

add to your Home screen.

3. Lift your finger to place the app on your Home

screen, or drag the icon to where you want it on the screen, then lift your finger.

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Applications

The following is a listing of the default applications available on both the Home/Extended screens and the Applications screen.

Application Icons

Browser – Launches the Sprint Powerdeck

browser (page 132).

Calculator – Launches the Calculator

application (page 93 ).

Calendar – Launches the Calendar application

that can sync to either your Google or Outlook Work calendar (page 84). Events can only be synched to a managed account (page 86 ).

Camcorder – Launches the Camcorder

(page 108).

Camera – Launches the built-in camera

(page 104).

Alarm Clock – Accesses the Alarm Clock

application (page 92).

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Application Icons

Contacts – Displays the Contacts that can be

synchronized with your device from either your Google or Outlook account (page 71). Contacts can only be synched to a managed account (page 57).

Email – Provides access your POP3, IMAP, and

Exchange Server (Outlook) email accounts (page 143). Also provides access to your Gmail account (page 144).

Gallery – Displays a Gallery of camera images

and video saved on your microSD™ card (page 106).

Gmail – Provides access to your Gmail account

(page 144).

Google search – Displays the Quick Search Box

to search for a key term both on your device and the Web (page 26).

Latitude – Lets you see your friends' locations

and share yours with them. The application also lets you see your friends' locations on a map or in a list.

Application Icons

talk

Maps – Launches a dynamic map that helps

you find local businesses, locate friends, view maps and get driving directions (page 174).

Market – Browse, search for, and download

applications on the Android Market (page 160).

Messaging – Provides access to your text

messages (page 122).

Music – Launches the built-in Music Player

(page 169).

Navigation – Launches the GPS Navigation

feature on your phone, allowing you to get quick turn-by-turn directions.

News and Weather – Launches the application

that allows you to stay up to date on news and weather.

Phone – Accesses the phone keypad (page 43).

Places – Allows others to find your business on

local search results using either Google Search or Google Maps.

Settings – Accesses the device’s built-in

Settings menu (page 51).

Sprint ID – Launches the Sprint ID application

from where you can replace a current ID or get a new one.

Sprint Zone – Accesses links to Sprint Zone

services like Account Information, What’s New, recommended Android applications, and other promotional content (page 162).

Tal k – Launches the Google Talk application that

lets you chat with family and friends over the Internet for free.

Voice Dialer – Launches your device’s built-in

automatic speech recognition (ASR) software, called Voice Control, to dial a phone number in your Contacts or to launch phone functions (page 96).

Voice Search – Launches your device’s built-in

speech recognition software and initiates a Google search based on the recognized speech (page 98).

Voicemail – Launches Visual Voicemail

(page 116).

YouTu be – Launches the YouTube application

Application Icons

Device Basics

(page 172).

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Note: The Email application can access both Exchange

Server-based email (such as Work email) and other Internet-based email providers such as Yahoo! and Gmail.

Customizing Your Home Screen

You can customize your Home screen by doing the following:

䢇 Creating Shortcuts 䢇 Adding Widgets 䢇 Creating Contact shortcuts 䢇 Creating Folders 䢇 Changing the Background (Wallpaper)

Creating Shortcuts

Shortcuts are different from the Home screen Widgets. Shortcuts can access a specific contact, activate a feature, action, or launch an application.

To add a shortcut from the Application Tab:

1. Press to access the Home screen.

2. Select a location (screen) for your new shortcut by

scrolling across your available screens until you

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reach the desired one. (See “Home Screen Overview” on page 28.)

3. Tap tab to reveal all your current applications.

By default, the applications are listed in a Grid view.

4. Scroll down through the list and locate your

desired application.

5. Touch and hold the onscreen icon. This creates an

immediate shortcut of the selected icon and closes the Applications screen. The new shortcut then appears to hover over the Home screen.

Note: The same shortcut can be added to any of the

available screens (Home or Extended). The application you add to the screen will still appear within the

Applications screen.

6. While holding the onscreen icon, position it on the

current screen. Once complete, release the screen to lock the shortcut into its new position.

To add a shortcut via the Home screen:

1. Press to access the Home screen.

2. Touch and hold on an empty area of the screen.

3. From the Add to Home screen window tap

Shortcuts.

4. Tap a selection from the list. Default options

include:

䡲 Applications 䡲 Bookmark

䡲 Contact 䡲 Direct dial 䡲 Direct message 䡲 Directions & Navigation 䡲 Gmail label 䡲 Music playlist

䡲 Settings

5. Follow the onscreen instructions (if necessary) to

add the new shortcut to your current Home screen.

To delete a shortcut:

1. Press to activate the Home screen.

2. Touch and hold the desired shortcut. This unlocks

it from its location on the current screen.

3. Drag the icon over the Tra sh ( ) and release it.

Adding and Removing Widgets

Widgets are self-contained applications that can be accessed through your Application Tab or on the Home or Extended screens. Unlike a shortcut, this Widget appears as an onscreen application.

To add a Widget:

1. Press to access the Home screen.

2. Touch and hold on an empty area of the screen.

3. From the Add to Home screen window tap Widgets.

4. Tap an available Widget to place it on your current

screen.

䡲 Default widgets include: Calendar,

ContactsWidget, Google Search, Home screen tips, Latitude, Market, Messaging Widget, Music, NASCAR, News and Weather, Picture frame, Power Control, Sprint Football Live, Sprint TV, Sprint Weather, Sprint Zone Full Screen, Voicemail, and YouTu be .

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To remove a Widget:

1. Go to the Home screen on which the widget is

located.

2. Touch and hold the widget. This unlocks it from its

location on the current screen.

3. Drag the widget over the Tra sh ( ) and release it.

䡲 This action does not delete the Widget, just

removes it from the current screen.

To place a Widget onto a different screen:

1. Touch and hold the widget you want to move.

2. Drag the widget to the edge of the screen (the left

side if moving to a screen located on the left, right side if moving to a screen located on the right).

3. After about one second, the current screen will

change. Repeat until you get to the desired screen.

Creating and Managing Folders

Folders can be located on any of the available screens and can contain multiple Shortcuts or different Contact entries

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To create a folder onscreen:

1. Press to activate the Home screen.

2. Touch and hold on an empty area of the screen.

3. From the Add to Home screen window tap Folders.

4. Tap an available folder type to place it on your

current screen.

䡲 Choices include New folder, All contacts, Contacts

with phone numbers, or Starred contacts.

Note: Starred contacts are those Contact entries you have

tagged as very important.

Changing the Device's Wallpaper

To change the Home screen wallpaper:

1. From the Home screen, press > Wallpapers.

– or –

Touch and hold an empty spot on the Home screen, then tap

2. Ta p Gallery, ID wallpapers, Live wallpapers, or

Wallpapers.

䡲 Gallery to use a picture saved on your device. as

a wallpaper. You can crop the picture before setting it as a wallpaper.

䡲 ID wallpapers to open the available wallpapers

that were included in your Sprint ID pack.

䡲 Live wallpapers to open a list of animated

wallpapers installed on your device. Live wallpapers can be animated or even interactive. More Live wallpapers are available on the Android Market.

䡲 Wallpapers to open a screen of wallpaper images

saved on your device. Slide the thumbnail images left and right to view the available images.

3. Ta p Set wallpaper or Save.

Accessing Recently-Used Applications

Your device keeps a running list of your six most recently used applications.

1. Press and hold to open the recently-used

applications window.

2. Tap an icon to open the related application.

Changing the Screen Orientation

This device is capable of changing the orientation of screen content when the orientation of the device itself has changed. The device’s built-in accelerometer senses movement and changes its angle/orientation. Note that some of the screens, applications and widgets do not support orientation changes.

The automatic screen orientation feature can be manually enabled to change the orientation for all enabled screens when rotation is detected.

Note: An example of a screen that automatically re-orients by

moving the device is the Messaging screen. This only requires you turn the device on its side.

To manually activate the auto-rotate feature:

1. Press > > Settings > Display.

2. Ta p Auto-rotate screen to enable or disable the

screen auto-rotation.

Gestures Guide

Your touchscreen provides an excellent way to interact with and use your Android phone. With the touch of your finger, you can access available applications,

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Device Basics

make menu selections, and access data saved to your

Rotate the device counter-clockwise for landscape orientation.

Rotate the device clockwise for portrait orientation.

device. The following terms are used for describing the different available actions using the touchscreen:

䢇 Ta p: A single finger tap selects items, links, shortcuts

and letters on the on-screen keyboard.

䢇 Touch and hold: Touch and hold an item on the

screen by touching it and not lifting your finger until an action occurs. For example, to open a contact's available options, touch and hold the contact in the Contacts list until the context menu opens.

䢇 Drag: Touch and hold an item for a moment and

then, without lifting your finger, move your finger on the screen until you reach the target position. You can drag items on the Home screen to reposition them, as described in “Changing the Device's Wallpaper” on page 36, or drag the Notification screen open, as described in “Using the Notifications Panel” on page 24.

䢇 Swipe or slide: To swipe or slide, quickly move your

finger across the surface of the screen, without pausing when you first touch it (so you don’t drag an item instead). For example, you can slide the screen up or down to scroll through a list, or browse through

the different Home screens by swiping from left to right (and vice versa).

䢇 Double-tap: Double-tap to zoom on a Web page or a

map. For example, quickly double-tap a section of a Web page to adjust that section to fit the width of the screen. You can also double-tap to zoom in and out when taking a picture (using the Camera), and when

Maps.

using

䢇 Pinch-to-Zoom: Use your index finger and thumb in a

pinch or spread motion to zoom in or out when using the browser,

䢇 Rotate the screen: From many applications and

Maps, or browsing pictures.

menus, the orientation of the screen adjusts to the device's physical orientation. (See “Changing the Screen Orientation” on page 37.)

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Displaying Your Phone Number

Alt Key

Tap to enter additional symbols. The keyboard will change to alternate characters.

Letters Key

Tap to change input to letters entry.

Shift Key

Tap once to capitalize the next letter you type. Double-tap for all caps.

Number and Symbols Key

Tap to change input to number and symbol entry.

Voice to Text Key

Tap to enter text by voice.

Delete Key

Tap to delete characters to the left of the cursor.

Emoticon Key

Tap to enter various emoticons.

Space Key

Tap to enter space.

Delete Key

Tap to delete characters to the left of the cursor.

Emoticon Key

Tap to enter various emoticons.

Space Key

Tap to enter space.

Letters Entry KeyboardLetters Entry Keyboard

Numbers and Symbols Entry KeyboardNumbers and Symbols Entry Keyboard

䊳 Press > > Settings > About phone >

Status. (Your phone number and other information

about your phone and account will be displayed.)

Entering Text

Onscreen Keyboard

You can enter text using your device's onscreen QWERTY keyboard. The onscreen keyboard displays automatically when you tap a text entry field. To manually display the keyboard, simply touch a text field where you want to enter text.

1. Tap a text field where you want to enter text.

2. Enter text.

䡲 To enter numbers or symbols, tap . 䡲 To enter letters again, tap .

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䡲 Rotate the screen to use the larger keyboard.

Numbers and Symbols Numbers and Symbols Entry KeyboardEntry Keyboard

Letters Entry KeyboardLetters Entry Keyboard

Note: If you do not want the screen to change orientations

automatically, uncheck the Auto-rotate screen.

Press > > Settings > Display > and

Auto-rotate screen.

deselect

3. When you finished typing, press to close the

keyboard.

Editing Text

You can edit the text you enter in text fields and use menu commands to cut, copy, and paste text, within or across most applications.

To Cut or Copy and Paste All the Text:

1. Touch and hold the text field that contains the text.

2. A pop-up menu opens with the available options.

3. Tap Cut all or Copy all.

4. Tap the text field where you want to paste the text.

You can paste text that you cut or copied from one application into a text field in any application.

5. Place the cursor on the location where you want to

paste the text.

6. Touch and hold the text field.

7. When the pop-up menu opens, tap Paste. The text

that you pasted also remains in the device's memory (temporarily), so you can paste that same text in another location.

To Cut or Copy and Paste Some of the Text:

1. Place the cursor on the starting or ending point of

the text to copy or paste.

2. Touch and hold the text field that contains the text

to edit.

3. A pop-up menu opens with the available options.

4. Tap Select text.

5. Tap and drag over the text you want to select.

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6. Touch and hold the highlighted text.

7. When the pop-up menu opens, tap Cut or Copy.

8. Tap the text field where you want to paste the text.

9. Tap to place the cursor on the location where you

want to paste the text.

10. Tap and hold the cursor location.

11. When the pop-up menu opens, touch Paste. The

text that you pasted also remains in the device's memory (temporarily), so you can paste that same text in another location.

Creating a Google Account

Your Google Account

You must create and/or sign into a Google Account to use Gmail other Google Apps. Signing into a Google Account is also necessary to download applications from the Android Market the Google servers, and to take advantage of any other available Google services on your device.

, Google TalkTM, Google CalendarTM, and

, to sync your data (if applicable) with

If you don’t have a Google Account, you will be prompted to create one. If you have an enterprise account through your company or other organization, your IT department may have special instructions on how to sign into that account.

1. From a computer, or from your device's Browser,

navigate to www.google.com.

2. On the main page, select Sign-in > Create an

account now.

3. Follow the onscreen prompts to create your free

account.

4. Log into your provided email address, locate the

email from Google, and respond to the new email to both confirm and activate your new account.

Signing into Your Google Account

1. Launch an application that requires a Google

account (such as Android Market or Gmail).

2. Click Next > Sign in.

Note: If you do not already have a Google account, touch

Create and follow the onscreen prompts to create your

new account.

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Tou ch the Username and Password fields and enter your information.

4. Tap Sign in. Your device then communicates with

the Google servers to confirm your information.

Important: Some applications, such as Calendar, work only

with the primary Google account (the first Google account set up with your device) . If you plan to use more than one Google Account with your device, be sure to sign into the one you want to use with such applications first. When you sign in, your contacts, Gmail messages, Calendar events, and other information from these applications and services on the Web can be synchronized with your device. You will be prompted to sign in or to create a Google Account the first time you start an application that requires one, such as Gmail or Android Market.

42 2A. Device Basics

⽧ Making Calls (page 43)

2B. Making and Answering

Calls

⽧ Answering Calls (page 45)

⽧ Missed Call Notification (page 46)

⽧ Calling Emergency Numbers (page 46)

⽧ In-Call Options (page 47)

⽧ Saving a Phone Number (page 48)

⽧ Finding a Phone Number (page 48)

⽧ Dialing and Saving Phone Numbers With Pauses (page

49)

⽧ Dialing From the Contacts List (page 49)

⽧ Using Direct Dialing (page 50)

⽧ Plus (+) Code Dialing (page 50)

Making Calls

1. Press > .

Note: If necessary, tap the Phone tab to access the dialpad.

2. Enter a phone number using the onscreen dialpad

and tap .

䡲 If you enter a wrong number, tap to erase

digits one by one.

䡲 To erase the entire number, touch and hold .

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Options during a call:

䡲 You can open other applications during a call.

The will appear in the Status Bar while the call is underway.

䡲 Press the Up/Down Volume buttons to adjust the

call volume.

䡲 Use the onscreen buttons to add another call on

hold, to use the speakerphone, and for other options, as described in “In-Call Options” on page 47.

3. Tap to end the call.

Tip: To redial your last outgoing call, follow step 1 to access

the Dialer, tap the tap > .

Call log tab, locate the call entry and

You can also make calls from your Contacts list (page 71), from the Call log, and using Voice Dialer (page 96).

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Dialing Options

After entering numbers with the dialpad, you can use the following dialing options.

Press to view the following options:

䢇 Add to contacts: Tap to add the entered number as a

new contact, or to an existing contact entry. (See “Saving a Phone Number” on page 48.)

䢇 Add 2-sec pause: Enter digits and select this option to

introduce a two-second pause before the following sequence of digits is dialed by the phone. (See “Dialing and Saving Phone Numbers With Pauses” on page 49.)

䢇 Add wait: Enter digits and select this option to have

the phone dial the preceding set of digits first, and then dial the following sequence of digits when you tap Yes on the pop up screen. (See “Dialing and Saving Phone Numbers With Pauses” on page 49.)

Answering Calls

When you receive a phone call, the Incoming Call screen opens with the caller ID and any other available information (such as the caller's name, if saved in the Contact's list). The most recent incoming calls are recorded in the Call log. (See “2D. Call Log” on page 68.)

To answer a call:

䊳 Touch and drag to the right.

If you were already on a call, the first call is placed on hold while you answer the new call. To silence the ringer of an incoming call, press the down volume buttons.

Your phone notifies you of incoming calls in the following ways:

䢇 The phone rings or vibrates. 䢇 The backlight illuminates. 䢇 The screen displays an incoming call message.

To decline a call and divert it to voicemail:

䊳 Touch and drag to the left.

The caller is sent directly to your voicemail box to leave a message.

Answering a Roam Call With Call Guard Enabled

Call Guard is an option that helps you manage your roaming charges when making or receiving calls while outside the Nationwide Sprint Network. Please see “Roaming” on page 129 for more information about roaming.

䊳 Tap OK to answer the call. (See “Call Guard” on

page 130 for additional information.)

Note: When your phone is off, calls go directly to voicemail

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Making and Answering Calls

Ending a Call

䊳 Tap .

– or –

If you opened other applications while on a call:

1. Open the Notifications panel.

䡲 Touch and drag the Status Bar to the bottom

of the screen.

2. Ta p Current call to redisplay the Phone

application.

3. Tap .

Missed Call Notification

When you do not answer an incoming call, is displayed in the Status bar.

To display the Missed Call entry from the notification screen:

1. Touch and drag the Status Bar to the bottom of the

screen to open the Notification panel.

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2. Tap the missed call notification. The Call log screen

will be displayed. (To dial the phone number, tap

Calling Emergency Numbers

You can place calls to 911 (tap and 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, tap an option.

䢇 Speaker On to activate speakerphone mode. (If you

are in speakerphone mode, the option is displayed

Speaker Off to deactivate.)

䢇 Dialpad/Hide to show or hide the onscreen dialpad. 䢇 End to end the current call.

To exit Emergency mode:

1. Tap to end the emergency call.

2. Ta p Exit on the Emergency Call Back mode.

Enhanced 911 (E911) Information

This phone features an embedded Global Positioning System (GPS) chip necessary for utilizing E911 emergency location services where available.

When you place an emergency 911 call, the GPS feature of your phone seeks information to calculate your approximate location. Depending on several variables, including availability and access to satellite signals, it may take up to 30 seconds or more to determine and report your approximate location.

Important: Always report your location to the 911 operator

when placing an emergency call.

designated emergency call takers, known as Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) may not be equipped to receive GPS location information from your phone.

Some

In-Call Options

Once you initiate a call, you will see these onscreen options:

䢇 Add call to initiate a 3-way call. 䢇 End to end the call.

䢇 Dialpad to display the dialpad. 䢇 Bluetooth (Only available when a Bluetooth headset

is connected to your phone) to conduct the call via the Bluetooth headset for hands-free conversation. (For details about pairing the phone with a Bluetooth headset, see “Pairing Bluetooth Devices” on page 112.)

Note: When using the Bluetooth headset during a call, the

Ongoing Call notification icon is blue in the Status bar.

䢇 Mute to mute the microphone during a call. The Mute

button lights up and is displayed on the Status Bar to indicate the microphone is muted. To unmute the microphone, tap

䢇 Speaker to turn the speakerphone on or off. The

Mute again.

Speaker button lights up and is displayed on the Status Bar to indicate that the speakerphone is on.

WARNING: Because of higher volume levels, do not place

the device near your ear while using the speakerphone.

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Making and Answering Calls

Saving a Phone Number

Finding a Phone Number

You can store phone numbers and contact entries in your phone. You can also synchronize them with the your Google other accounts that support syncing contacts. (For more information, see “2E. Contacts” on page 71.)

To save a number from standby mode:

Account, Microsoft Exchange account, or

1. Press > .

2. Enter a phone number and press and tap Add

to contacts.

3. Tap Create new contact.

– or –

Search for an existing contact name and tap an existing contact to add the new number to that existing contact.

For more information about creating and editing contacts, see “2E. Contacts” on page 71.

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Your contacts are displayed alphabetically in a list. It is easy to search for a contact by name.

1. Press > > Contacts.

– or –

Press > .

2. Start entering the name of the contact you're

searching for. As you type, contacts with matching names will appear above the keyboard.

3. Tap a matching contact in the list to open its entry.

To dial a number, tap .

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 device:

䢇 2-Second Pause automatically sends the next set of

numbers after two seconds.

䢇 Hard Pause (Wait) sends the next set of numbers

when you tap .

Note: You can have multiple pauses in a phone number and

combine two-second and hard pauses.

To dial or save phone numbers with pauses:

1. Enter the phone number.

2. Press > Add 2-sec pause or Add wait.

3. Enter additional numbers.

4. Tap to dial the number.

– or –

Press > your Contacts.

Note: When dialing a number with a hard pause (Wait) press

Add to contacts to save the number in

to send the next set of numbers.

Dialing From the Contacts List

1. Press > > Contacts.

– or –

Press > >

2. Find a contact to call and tap it to open its entry,

then, tap

– or –

Touch and hold the contact. When a context menu opens, tap

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Contacts.

Call contact.

Making and Answering Calls

Using Direct Dialing

With Direct Dialing, you are able to directly save a contact to your Home screen.

1. Press > > Add > Shortcuts > Direct dial.

2. Tap a contact from your Contacts List. The contact

will appear on your home screen.

To use Direct Dial:

䊳 Simply tap the contact on the Home screen.

Plus (+) Code Dialing

When placing international calls, Plus Code Dialing automatically enters the international access code for your location (for example, 011 for international calls made from the U.S.).

1. In the Dial screen, touch and hold until you see

+” on the display screen.

a “

2. Dial the country code and phone number, and

then tap . (The phone automatically prepends the access code for international dialing, followed by the country code and phone number.)

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⽧ Sound Settings (page 51)

2C. Settings

⽧ Display Settings (page 54)

⽧ Location Settings (page 56)

⽧ Synchronizing Accounts (page 57)

⽧ Search Settings (page 59)

⽧ Messaging Settings (page 60)

⽧ Airplane Mode (page 61)

⽧ TTY Use With Sprint Service (page 62)

⽧ Security Settings (page 63)

The Settings menu contains most of the tools for customizing and configuring your phone. All of the settings in the

Settings application are described in this

section.

To open Settings:

䊳 Press > > Settings.

– or –

Press > >

Settings.

Sound Settings

In the Sound settings menu, you can configure call and notification ringtones, audio volumes, as well as some related settings.

Ringer Types

The phone Ring tones alert you of incoming calls.

Selecting Ringtone for Voice Calls

1. Press > > Settings > Sound > Phone

ringtone.

Settings

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Tap a ringtone to select it and to hear it. If you want to set the ringtone, tap ringtone or tap

OK. If not, select another

Cancel.

Using a Song as a Ringtone

You can use a song as your phone ringtone, in place of one of the ringtones that come with the phone.

1. Press > > Music.

2. Touch and hold a song in your collection. In the

pop-up menu, tap

– or –

On the Playback screen, press >

ringtone.

For details about using the page 169.

Use as phone ringtone.

Use as

Music application, see

䡲 Ringtone: Changes the volume of your call

ringtones and notifications (if applicable).

䡲 Media: Changes the volume of your music, videos

and other media.

䡲 Alarm: Changes the volume of your alarms. 䡲 Notification: If you deselect the checkmark (below

the Alarm volume bar), you will be able to set this volume level. This is the volume of the ringtone when you receive a notification.

3. Tap OK.

Tip: You can adjust the ringer volume on the Home screen or

Applications screen, or almost any screen by using the volume button on the right side of your device. In other applications such as Music, YouTube, spoken directions, and other audio, the volume buttons controls the volume of the application.

Adjusting the Device's Volume Settings

Adjust your device's volume settings to suit your needs and your environment.

1. Press > > Settings > Sound > Volume.

2. Adjust each volume level.

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Vibrate and Silent Mode

To set your device to vibrate instead of making any sounds:

1. Press > > Settings > Sound > Vibrate.

2. Tap one of the four options.

To set your device to always vibrate:

1. Press > > Settings > Sound > Vibrate.

2. Ta p Always.

To switch to silent mode:

1. Press > > Settings > Sound.

2. Ta p Silent mode. (A green checkmark will appear.)

– or –

Press the down volume button until you see on the screen.

– or –

On the default lock screen, drag to the left.

Selecting a Notification Ringtone

When you receive a notification such as the arrival of new messages, calendar events, or alarms, the device sounds a ringtone.

1. Press > > Settings > Sound > Notification

ringtone.

2. Select a ringtone.

Setting Various Feedback Tones

To hear tones when you use the dialpad to dial a number:

1. Press > > Settings > Sound.

2. Ta p Audible touch tones. (A green checkmark will

appear.)

To hear sound when you tap buttons, icons, and other onscreen items:

1. Press > > Settings > Sound.

2. Ta p Audible selection. (A green checkmark will

appear.)

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Settings

To hear sound when the screen is locked or unlocked:

1. Press > > Settings > Sound.

2. Ta p Screen lock sounds. (A green checkmark will

appear.)

To set your device to vibrate when touching buttons and keys:

1. Press > > Settings > Sound.

2. Ta p Haptic feedback. (A green checkmark will

appear.)

To set how the phone reacts when you make an emergency call:

1. Press > > Settings > Sound.

2. Ta p Emergency tone.

3. Tap Off, Alert, or Vibrate.

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Display Settings

Changing the Backlight Time Length

Select how long the display screen remains backlit after touch the screen or press a key before the screen darkens.

1. Press > > Settings > Display > Screen

timeout.

2. Ta p 15 se con ds, 30 seconds, 1 minute, 2 minutes, 10

minutes, or 30 minutes.

Note: Long backlight settings reduce the battery’s talk and

standby times. For the best battery performance, use the shortest convenient timeout.

Changing the Contrast

Adjust your screen’s contrast (brightness) to suit your surroundings.

1. Press > > Settings > Display > Brightness.

2. Use the slider to set a brightness level.

Note: For the best battery performance, use the dimmer

levels.

Display Language

You can choose to display your device's onscreen menus in English or in Spanish.

1. Press > > Settings > Language &

keyboard > Select language.

2. Ta p English, Español, 한국어 , , or

Setting the Device Automatically to Rotate the Screen

Choose whether the device automatically switches the orientation of the screen as you turn it sideways or even upside down.

1. Press > > Settings > Display.

2. Ta p Auto-rotate screen to automatically rotate the

screen (a green checkmark will appear).

– or –

To disable this, tap checkmark is removed.

Note: Some applications on your device do not support the

Auto-rotate feature.

Auto-rotate screen so that the

Date & Time Display Settings

Set your preferences for how dates and time are displayed. You can also use these settings to set your own time and time zone, rather than obtaining the current time from the mobile network.

1. Press > > Settings > Date & time.

2. Ta p Use 24-hour format to display the time using

24-hour time format—for example, 13:00 rather than 1:00 pm.

3. Ta p Select date format to open a dialog to select

the format for displaying dates.

Animation Display Options

Choose whether you want to enjoy animated transitions for some effects (such as when opening menus), for all supported effects (such as when navigating from one screen to another), or to remove all

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Settings

animated transitions (this setting does not affect transitions in non-native applications).

1. Press > > Settings > Display > Animation.

2. Ta p No animation, Some animations, or All

animations.

Location Settings

Your device is equipped with GPS capabilities you can use with location-based services.

The Location feature allows the network to detect your position. Turning Location off will hide your location from everyone except 911.

Note: Turning Location on will allow the network to detect

your position using GPS technology making some Sprint applications and services easier to use. 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. GPS-enhanced 911 is not available in all areas.

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To enable your device's Location feature:

1. Press > > Settings > Location & security >

GPS Privacy Setting.

2. Ta p Location On or E911 Only.

Using Wireless Networks

You can use information from Wi-Fi and Sprint networks to determine your approximate location, for use in GPS applications, when you search, and so on. To use information about your location when navigating and searching in GPS applications (see “3D. GPS Navigation” on page 173), you must turn on location services.

1. Press > > Settings > Location & security.

2. Ta p Use wi reless networks. (A green checkmark will

appear.)

3. When you check this option, you’re asked whether

you consent to sharing your location anonymously with Google’s location service.

4. Read the disclaimer and tap Agree.

Using GPS Satellites

You can use your device's global positioning system (GPS) satellite receiver to pinpoint your location to within an accuracy as close as several meters (“street level”). Actual GPS accuracy depends on a clear view of the sky and other factors.

1. Press > > Settings > Location & security.

2. Ta p Use GPS satellites. (A green checkmark will

appear.)

Note: Uncheck this option when you do not use Maps to

conserve battery.

Synchronizing Accounts

Your device is able to synchronize data from a variety of different sources or sites. These accounts can range from Google, a Corporate Exchange Server, and other social sites, including Facebook, Twitter, and MySpace.

Corporate and Google accounts are also able to synchronize Calendar events and Contacts.

To enable the auto-sync feature:

1. Press > > Settings > Accounts & sync.

2. Ta p Auto-sync. A checkmark indicates the feature

is enabled.

䡲 Tap an account you've already set up to choose

the type of data you want to synchronize. For example, you can choose to sync your Google Calendar and/or Gmail data.

Synchronizing Your Google Account

By default, there are no accounts managed by the device. These must be added manually.

To add an account (using a Google account type as an example):

1. Press > > Settings > Accounts & sync.

2. Ta p Add account > Google.

3. Ta p Next > Sign in.

Note: If you do not already have a Google account, tap

Create (instead of Sign in) follow the onscreen

prompts to create your new account.

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Tap th e Username and Password fields and enter your information.

5. Tap Sign in. Your device communicates with the

Google servers to confirm your information. Your existing Gmail account appears within the

accounts area of the screen.

䡲 If Auto-sync is selected, changes or updates to

Manage

your Gmail account are then automatically updated to your device.

To configure the Google sync settings:

1. Press > > Settings > Accounts & sync.

2. Tap the Google account to reveal the account’s

synchronization settings screen.

3. Tap the type of data you wish to synchronize (Sync

Contacts, Sync Gmail, Sync Calendar). Note that Auto-sync must be selected (in the previous

screen) for these options to become available.

4. Press to return to the previous screen.

Synchronizing Your Corporate Account

Your device is capable of synchronizing with your company's Exchange Servers.

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To add a new Corporate account:

1. Press > > Settings > Accounts & sync.

2. Ta p Add account > Corporate.

3. Follow the onscreen prompts to create your new

Corporate email account. (See “Corporate Email (Outlook)” on page 155.)

䡲 If Auto-sync is selected, changes or updates to

your Corporate/Outlook account are synchronized to your device.

To configure the Corporate account settings:

1. Press > > Settings > Accounts & sync.

2. Tap the Corporate account.

3. Tap the options you wish to configure:

䡲 Account settings allows you to configure:

● Account name displays the name used by the

device to track the account.

● Your name displays the name used in the

From field within your outgoing emails.

● Signature allows you to create an outgoing

email signature attached to new emails sent from your device.

● Amount to synchronize to select the how many

days of data you want to sync. Choose from:

One day, Three days, One week, Two weeks, or One month.

● Default account assigns this account as the

default used when sending out new emails.

● Email notifications enables the device to

display icon in the status bar when new emails have been received.

● Select ringtone assigns an audible ringtone

when a new or upcoming event is pending.

● Vibrate assigns a vibration when a new or

upcoming event is pending.

● Incoming settings provides access to the

Domain, password, and exchange server parameter fields.

● Sync contacts synchronizes the contacts

between your device and the remote exchange server. A checkmark indicates the feature is enabled.

● Sync calendar synchronizes your exchange

calendar entries between your device and the

remote exchange server. A checkmark indicates the feature is enabled.

䡲 Sync Contacts synchronizes the contacts between

your device and the remote exchange server. A checkmark indicates the feature is enabled.

4. Press to return to the previous screen.

For more detailed Work/Corporate email information, see “Corporate Email (Outlook)” on page 155. For more information on Corporate Calendar synchronizing, see “Displaying and Synchronizing Calendars” on page 89.

Search Settings

Your device is equipped with a powerful search capability. It is able to search for items on your device and search the internet.

Configuring the Search Settings

1. Press > Settings > Search.

2. Tap any of the following search settings:

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Settings

䡲 Google search opens a screen where you can set

your Google search preferences.

● Show web suggestions to include search

matches from Google’s online search engine.

● Use My Location uses My location for your

Google search results.

● Search history determines whether you also

wish to see the personalized search history.

● Manage search history helps to manage the

personalized search history associated with your current registered Google account.

䡲 Searchable items opens a screen where you can

select which categories are available for you to search.

● Categories include: Web, Apps, Contacts,

Messaging, Music, Voicemail, and may include

other downloaded applications.

䡲 Clear shortcuts erases the history of recently

selected search results.

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Messaging Settings

Your device's advanced messaging capabilities let you send and receive many different kinds of text messages.

Messaging settings allow you to decide how you would like to be notified of new messages, create a signature with each sent message, and create your own preset messages.

Viewing Notifications of Received Messages

When you receive a message, your device notifies you by displaying an icon within the Notification area at the top left of your Home screen.

䡲 - indicates a new text or MMS messages

were received.

1. Press > > Notifications.

– or –

Touch and drag the Status Bar to the bottom of the screen.

2. Tap a message entry to open the Messaging

application.

Deleting Old Text Messages

Delete messages or message threads you have read whenever you like, or have your device delete them automatically for you. A thread is a series of text conversations between two people. Deleting a thread will delete the sent and received messages in the conversation.

To delete a specific message thread:

1. Press > > Messaging.

2. Tap a thread to view the contents of that thread.

3. Press > Delete thread.

To delete all stored messages:

1. Press > > Messaging.

2. Press > Delete threads.

Airplane Mode

Airplane Mode (Flight mode) allows you to use many of your device’s features, such as Games, and Music, when you are in an airplane or in any other area where making or receiving calls or data is prohibited. When

you set your device to Airplane Mode, it cannot send or receive any calls or access online data.

1. Press and hold to reveal the Phone options.

2. Ta p Airplane mode.

– or –

1. Press > > Settings > Wireless & networks.

2. Ta p Airplane mode. (A green checkmark appears.)

(While in Airplane Mode, your device’s Status Bar will display ).

To deactivate Airplane Mode:

1. Press and hold to reveal the Phone options.

2. Ta p Airplane mode.

– or –

1. Press > > Settings > Wireless & networks.

2. Ta p Airplane mode to remove the checkmark.

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Settings

TTY Use With Sprint Service

A TTY (also known as a TDD or Text Telephone) is a telecommunications device that allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or who have speech or language disabilities, to communicate by telephone.

Your device is compatible with select TTY devices. Please check with the manufacturer of your TTY device to ensure that it is compatible with digital cell phones. Your phone and TTY device will connect via a special cable that plugs into your device's headset jack. If this cable was not provided with your TTY device, contact your TTY device manufacturer to purchase the connector cable.

To turn TTY Mode on or off:

1. Press > > Settings > Call settings > TTY

mode.

2. Ta p TTY Off to turn TTY mode off.

– or –

Tap any of the following to enable the feature:

䡲 T TY Full, TTY HCO, or TTY VCO.

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To access the state Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) for assistance with TTY calls:

䊳 Dial to reach an operator.

For additional information about Sprint Relay Services and TTY compatibility, call Sprint Relay Customer Service at

800-676-3777 or visit www.sprintrelay.com.

Note: In TTY Mode, your device will display the TTY access

icon.

When enabled, TTY mode may impair the audio quality of non-TTY devices connected to the headset jack.

WARNING: 911 Emergency Calling

Sprint recommends that TTY users make emergency calls by other means, including Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS), analog cellular, and landline communications. Wireless TTY calls to 911 may be corrupted when received by public safety answering points (PSAPs), rendering some communications unintelligible. The problem encountered appears related to software used by PSAPs. This matter has been brought to the attention of the FCC, and the wireless industry and the PSAP community are currently working to resolve this.

Security Settings

Accessing the Security Menu

All of your device's security settings are available through the Security menu. You can configure settings that help secure your device and its data.

䊳 Press > > Settings > Location & security.

– or –

Press > >

Tip: If you can’t recall your lock code, try using the last four

digits of your wireless phone number. If this doesn’t work, call Sprint Customer Service at

Settings > Location & security.

1-888-211-4727.

Unlocking Your Device

1. Press or any physical key ( , , , or

) to wake up the phone. (See “Wake Up the

Screen” on page 18.)

2. On your lock screen, touch and drag the green

lock icon to the right.

Your Device's Lock Feature

Locking Your Device

When your device is locked, you can only receive incoming calls or make calls to 911.

䊳 Press . Locking the screen prevents

accidental screen touches from activating phone functions.

Settings

䡲 If you have set up an Unlock Pattern (see “Your

Device's Lock Feature” on page 65), use your finger-tip to draw the pattern.

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䡲 If you have set up Unlock PIN or Unlock

Password, enter the Unlock PIN or Unlock Password. After entering it, tap . The last screen you were working on opens.

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Note: You have 5 opportunities to enter your unlock Pattern,

PIN or Password. If you've entered the wrong information 5 times, you will need to wait 30 seconds before you can attempt again.

When you can’t recall your unlock Pattern, PIN or Password:

- If you’ve set up a Google account on the device, tap

Forgot pattern? button. You will be able to

the unlock the device with your Google account user name and password.

- If you haven’t created a Google account on the device, you will need to perform a factory reset. (CAUTION! If you perform a factory reset, all user applications and user data will be deleted. Please remember to back up any important data before performing a factory reset.)

1. Turn the power off.

2. Press and hold the following keys for over 5 seconds: Down volume key + +

3. When the power turns on, release these keys.

If you can't recall your unlock PIN or Password: Call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727.

Your Device's Unlock Pattern, Pin, or Password Feature

You can increase your device’s security by creating a screen unlock pattern (disabled by default), by creating a PIN, or by choosing a password. When these features are enabled, you must draw the correct unlock pattern, enter the PIN, or enter the password on the screen to unlock and regain access to the device.

Your Device's Lock Feature

1. Press > > Settings > Location & security.

2. Ta p Set up screen lock.

3. Select Pattern, PIN, or Password.

䡲 Pattern: The first time you set unlock pattern, you

will see a tutorial with instructions on how to create it. Read the tutorial and tap Draw and redraw your own pattern. Then, tap

Confirm. (Connect at least four dots.)

Next (twice).

䡲 PIN: Enter a PIN (at least of 4 digits) and confirm it. 䡲 Password: Enter a Password (at least of 4

characters) and confirm it.

From then on, any time you wish to turn the phone on or unlock the screen, you will need to draw your unlock pattern or enter the PIN or password to unlock the screen.

Changing the Lock Code

1. Press > > Settings > Location & security >

Change screen lock.

2. Confirm the saved pattern, or your PIN or

Password.

3. Select Pattern, PIN, or Password.

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Settings

To disable your device's lock feature:

1. Press > > Settings > Location & security >

Change screen lock.

2. Enter the PIN, Password, or Pattern.

3. Tap None.

Calling in Lock Mode

Even if the screen is locked, you will still be able to place emergency calls. Tap the Emergency Call icon.

䊳 To call an emergency number, tap the Emergency

call button and enter the phone number and .

Silence Your Device from the Lock Screen

If you are in a place where your device's sounds may disturb others, you can quickly silence your device from the lock screen.

䊳 Drag to the left. To turn the phone sounds back

on, drag to the right.

Credential Storage Settings

You use credential storage to establish some kinds of VPN and Wi-Fi connections.

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To allow applications to access your device's encrypted store of secure certificates and related passwords and other credentials:

1. Press > Settings > Location & security.

2. Slide the screen up until you see Use secure

credentials.

3. Tap Use secure credentials. (A green checkmark

will appear.)

To install a secure certificate from a microSD card:

1. Press > > Settings > Location & security >

Install from SD card.

2. Tap the file name of the certificate to install. Only

the names of certificates that you have not already installed on your device are displayed.

3. If prompted, enter the certificate's password and

OK.

tap

4. Enter a name for the certificate and tap OK. You

can now use the certificate that you installed when connecting to a secure network. For security purposes, the certificate will be deleted from the microSD card.

䡲 If you have not already set a password for your

device's credential storage, you will be prompted to enter a password for it, twice, then tap

To set or change the password for your secure credential storage:

OK.

1. Press > > Settings > Location & security >

Set password.

2. Enter the current password, a new password, and

confirm the new password. (Please note that your password must have at least 8 characters.)

To delete all secure certificates and related credentials and reset its password:

1. Press > Settings > Location & security > Clear

storage.

2. Ta p OK in the confirmation dialog box.

Resetting Your Device

Resetting the device restores all the factory defaults, including personal data from internal device storage, information about your Google Account, any other accounts, your system and application settings, and any downloaded applications. Resetting the device does not erase any system software updates you’ve downloaded or any files on your microSD card, such as music, pictures, or applications. After resetting the device, the next time you turn on the device, you’re prompted to reenter the same kind of information as when you first started the device. See “Activating Your Device” on page 2.

1. Press > > Settings > Privacy > Factory

data reset.

2. If you are certain that you would like to restore all

factory settings, tap

Reset phone.

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Settings

⽧ Viewing the Call Log (page 68)

2D. Call Log

⽧ Call Log Options (page 68)

⽧ Making a Call From the Call Log (page 69)

⽧ Saving a Number From the Call Log (page 69)

⽧ Prepending a Number From the Call Log (page 70)

⽧ Clearing the Call Log (page 70)

Viewing the Call Log

The Call log is a list of the most recently placed, received, or missed calls. It offers a convenient way to redial a number, return a call, or add a number to your Contacts.

To open the Call log:

䊳 Press > > Call log.

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Calls are listed in the Call log tab, the most recent calls are located at the top of the list. Scroll down to see older entries.

Note: Call log records only calls that occur while the device is

turned on. If a call is received while your device is turned off, it will not be included in the call log.

If you return a call from the voicemail menu, it will not be included in your phone’s Call log.

Call Log Options

Tap an entry to view the date and time of the call and call duration. The following options are available:

䢇 Call again to make a call. 䢇 Send text message to send a text message. 䢇 Add to contacts to add an entry's number to your

Contacts.

If several calls were made to one number or received by one number, the calls are displayed as one entry. When you tap this entry, the individual call logs are opened.

䢇 Remove from call log to remove the entry from the

Touch to call back.

Touch to view specific call logs.

Touch and hold an entry for more options.

Call log.

Making a Call From the Call Log

䊳 From the Call log, tap the at the right of the

entry.

Saving a Number From the Call Log

You can also touch and hold the entry to open a menu with more options, to communicate with that contact in other ways.

䢇 Call to make a call. 䢇 View contact (for entries saved in Contacts) to view

contact information.

䢇 Edit number before call to edit a number before you

redial.

䢇 Send text message to send a text message. 䢇 Add to contacts to add an entry's number to your

Contacts.

1. Tap an entry and tap Add to contacts.

– or –

Touch and hold an entry and tap

Add to contacts.

2. Ta p Create new contact.

– or –

Search for an existing contact name and tap an existing contact to add the new number to that existing contact. (For more information about creating and editing contacts, see “2E. Contacts” on page 71.)

Note: You cannot save phone numbers already in your

Contacts or from calls identified as

No ID or Restricted.

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Call Log

Prepending a Number From the Call Log

If you need to make a call from the Call log and you are outside your local area code, you can add the appropriate prefix by prepending the number.

1. Touch and hold an entry and tap Edit number

before call.

2. Tap the area immediately to the left of the phone

number and enter the prefix.

3. Tap to call the number.

– or –

Press > number in your Contacts.

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Add to contacts to save the amended

Clearing the Call Log

1. From the Call log, press > Clear call log.

2. If you are certain you want to clear the Call log, tap

OK.

– or –

Cancel.

Tap

⽧ Creating a New Contacts Entry (page 71)

2E. Contacts

⽧ Adding a Contact to Your Favorites (page 72)

⽧ Editing a Contacts Entry (page 72)

⽧ Adding a Number to a Contacts Entry (page 74)

⽧ Editing a Contacts Entry’s Numbers (page 74)

⽧ Assigning Direct Dialing Numbers (page 75)

⽧ Selecting a Ringtone for an Entry (page 75)

⽧ Assigning a Picture to an Entry (page 75)

⽧ Finding Contacts Entries (page 76)

⽧ Selecting which Contacts are Displayed (page 76)

⽧ Dialing Sprint Services (page 77)

⽧ Communicating with Your Contacts (page 76)

⽧ Importing, Exporting, and Sharing Contacts (page 78)

Use the Contacts application to add, view, and communicate with your family, friends and acquaintances.

To open your Contacts application:

䊳 Press > > Contacts.

All of your contacts are displayed alphabetically in a list. If you have a new phone and haven't added any contacts yet, the Contacts application will display hints on how to start adding contacts to your phone.

Creating a New Contacts Entry

You can add contacts on your phone and synchronize them with the contacts in your Google Microsoft Exchange account, or other accounts that support syncing contacts.

Contacts application tries to join new addresses

The with existing contacts, to create a single entry. You can also manage that process manually.

1. Press > > Contacts.

2. Press > New contact.

3. Tap a destination type (Phone, Google, or

Corporate), if applicable.

Account,

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Contacts

Tap the Picture Frame icon to select a picture to display next to the name in your list of contacts and in the Caller ID.

5. Tap the First name and Last name fields, and enter

a name for the new entry.

6. Tap the label button (to the left of the Phone

number field) to select one of the following

categories:

Fax, Pager, Other, or Custom.

Home, Mobile, Work, Work Fax, Home

7. Tap a phone number field and enter a phone

number. Tap

More to input additional contact information.

Email, postal address, Organization, or

8. When you're finished, tap Done.

Adding a Contact to Your Favorites

Favorites contains a short list of the contacts you

communicate with most often.

To add a contact to your favorites:

1. Press > > Contacts.

2. Tap a contact to view its details.

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3. Tap the star to the right of the contact's name. (A

gold star appears.)

To remove a contact from your favorites list:

1. Press > > Favorites.

2. Tap a contact to view its details.

3. Tap the gold star to the right of the contact's name.

The star will turn gray, meaning it has been removed from your Favorites.

Editing a Contacts Entry

You can change or add details saved in your contact entries, such as setting specific ringtones to specific contacts or setting calls from specific contacts to divert to your voicemail. Some contact entries contain information from multiple sources: information that you added manually, information joined from multiple accounts to consolidate duplicates, etc.

If you find duplicate entries in Contacts, you can join them into a single entry. If you find that unrelated contacts were joined in error, you can separate them.

Changes made to information from one source do not automatically change the information on the other sources. For example, if you have information about a contact from a Google Account and an Exchange account and both are configured to sync contacts, changes to the contact from the Google Account are synced to that account on the Web, but the information from the Exchange account will remain unchanged.

For more information about working with multiple accounts, see “2F. Accounts” on page 80.

To edit contact details:

1. Press > > Contacts.

2. Touch and hold the contact whose details you

want to edit.

3. Ta p Edit contact.

4. Edit the desired contact information.

5. Ta p Done.

To change a contact’s default phone number:

The default phone number is used when you initiate a call or send a text message using the context menu (by touching and holding a contact).

1. Press > > Contacts.

2. Tap the name of a contact to view its details.

3. Touch and hold the phone number you want to set

as the contact's default phone number.

4. Ta p Make default number. (A checkmark will

appear next to the default phone number.)

To divert calls from a contact to your voicemail:

1. Press > > Contacts.

2. Tap the name of a contact to view its details.

3. Press > Options.

4. Ta p Incoming Calls. (A green checkmark will

appear.)

5. Press .

When this contact calls you, your phone will not ring and the caller will be forwarded directly to your voicemail.

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Contacts

To set a ringtone for a contact:

1. Press > > Contacts.

2. Tap the name of a contact to view its details.

3. Press > Options.

4. Tap Ringtone and tap a ringtone to select it.

5. Tap OK.

To delete a contact:

1. Press > > Contacts.

2. Tap the name of a contact.

3. Press > Delete contact.

䡲 If the contact contains information from a read-

only account, you will not be able to delete it; you will only be able to change the sync settings for that account or delete the account itself.

䡲 If the contact contains information joined from a

read-only account, a dialog box will inform you that you must separate the contact entry into individual contacts to delete the contact.

4. Tap OK to confirm that you want to delete the

contact.

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Adding a Number to a Contacts Entry

1. Press > > Contacts.

2. Touch and hold the contact's entry.

3. Tap Edit contact in the menu that opens.

4. Tap the Phone category’s plus button.

5. Tap the label button to the left of the phone

number field and select the relevant label.

䡲 To create your own label, tap Custom.

6. Enter a phone number and tap Done.

Editing a Contacts Entry’s Numbers

1. Press > > Contacts.

2. Touch and hold a contact's entry.

3. Tap Edit contact.

4. Tap a phone number to edit.

5. Re-enter or edit the number and tap Done.

Assigning Direct Dialing Numbers

Selecting a Ringtone for an Entry

Speed dialing, as available in other feature phones, is not available. However, you are able to directly save a contact to your Home screen.

To set a contact as Direct dial:

1. Press > > Add > Shortcuts > Direct dial.

2. Tap a contact from your Contact List. The contact

will be shown on the Home screen.

Note: If there is no available space on a particular Home

screen pane, or remove an item before you can add another item. In this case, you have the option of switching to another Home screen pane.

Add will not be available; you must delete

Direct Dial

䊳 Simply tap the contact on the Home screen.

Assign a ringtone to a Contacts entry so you can identify the caller by the ringtone. (See “Ringer Types” on page 51.)

1. Press > > Contacts.

2. Tap the name of a contact to view its details.

3. Press > Options.

4. Ta p Ringtone and tap a ringtone to select it.

5. Ta p OK.

Assigning a Picture to an Entry

Assign a picture to display each time a certain contact calls you.

1. Press > > Contacts.

2. Touch and hold the contact's entry.

3. Ta p Edit contact.

4. Tap the Picture Frame icon.

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Contacts

Tap Take photo to take a new picture. The camera will launch.

– or –

Select photo from Gallery to select a picture

Tap from the Gallery.

6. After cropping the picture as you want, (see

“Gallery Options” on page 106) tap

Save.

Finding Contacts Entries

Finding Contacts by Name

1. Press > > Contacts.

2. Press .

3. Start entering the name of the contact you're

searching for. As you type, contacts with matching names will appear below the search box.

4. Tap a matching contact in the list to open its entry.

Shortcut: From the Home screen, press to display the

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Search feature.

Selecting which Contacts are Displayed

You can hide contacts that don't have phone numbers. You can also configure which groups of contacts you want to display in the Contacts List.

To set whether contacts without phone numbers are displayed:

1. Press > > Contacts.

2. Press > Display Options.

3. Tap Only contacts with phones. (A green checkmark

will appear.)

4. Tap Done.

Communicating with Your Contacts

From the Contacts or Favorites tab, you can quickly call or send a text (SMS) or multimedia message (MMS) to a contact's default phone number. You can also open a menu to access different methods of communicating with that contact.

The Contacts application shares your contacts with

Tap contact's picture.

Tap the icon that corresponds to the method you want to communicate with the contact.

many other applications, such as Gmail

(see "Gmail" on page 143) and Messaging (see “Text Messaging (SMS)” on page 122).

To connect by using Quick Contact for Android

1. Tap a contact's picture to open Quick Contact for

Android.

2. Tap the icon corresponding to the type of

communication you want to start.

Depending on the contact information saved, the available actions will be displayed above the name. (For more information, see “Communicating with Your Contacts” on page 76.)

To communicate with a contact:

1. Press > > Contacts.

2. Tap the contact's entry.

3. In the contact's details screen, tap the method you

wish to communicate with the contact.

䡲 Tap next to the number you want to call to

directly.

䡲 Tap next to the number you want to message. 䡲 Tap next to the email address you want to

email.

Note: Anytime you see the green dial button next to a

number, such as in your to call that number.

Favorites or Call log, just tap it

To call a contact’s default number:

1. Press > > Contacts.

2. Touch and hold the contact's entry.

3. Ta p Call contact.

(For more information about placing phone calls, see “2B. Making and Answering Calls” on page 43.)

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Contacts

To send a text or multimedia message to a contact’s default number:

1. Press > > Contacts.

2. Touch and hold the contact's entry.

3. Tap Text contact.

For more information about sending text and multimedia messages, see “Text Messaging (SMS)” on page 122 and “Multimedia Messaging (MMS)” on page 123.

Importing, Exporting, and Sharing Contacts

If you have contacts stored in vCard format on a microSD card you can import them into your application on your device. You can also export contacts in vCard format onto a microSD card. Export your contacts to back them up to a computer or another device.

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Contacts

Importing contacts from your microSD card

Note: See “Connecting Your Device to Your Computer” on

page 102 for details about copying files to a microSD card from your computer.

1. Insert the microSD card (that contains the vCard

files) into your device.

2. Press > > Contacts.

3. Press > Import/Export > Import from SD card.

4. If you have more than one account on your phone,

tap the account into which you want to import the contacts.

5. Tap the importing option and then tap OK.

Exporting contacts to your microSD card

You can export all of the contacts on your phone to your microSD card, as vCard files. You can then copy this file to a computer or another device that is compatible with this format, such as an address book application. (See “Connecting Your Device to Your Computer” on page 102.)

1. Press > > Contacts.

2. Press > Import/Export.

3. Ta p Export to SD card.

4. Ta p OK to confirm your selection and to begin

exporting your Contact List to the microSD card.

Sharing a contact

You can share a contact with someone by sending it to them as a vCard file.

1. Press > > Contacts.

2. Open the contact you want to share.

3. Press > Share.

4. Choose the method for sending.

Contacts

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⽧ Adding Accounts (page 80)

2F. Accounts

⽧ Removing an Account (page 81)

⽧ Configuring Account Sync and Display Options (page 81)

Adding Accounts

You can add multiple GoogleTM Accounts and Exchange accounts. You may also be able to add other kinds of accounts, depending on the applications downloaded and installed on your device.

When you add an account, the Contacts application compares any new contacts with your existing contacts and will join contact entries if matches are found. This does not join the contact entries on the accounts themselves; they are only displayed as a single contact on your device.

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(See “Configuring Account Sync and Display Options” on page 81 to learn how to separate contact information that was joined incorrectly.)

To add an account:

Note: To add some accounts, you will need to contact a

network administrator for account setup information. For example, you may need to know the account's domain or server address.

1. Press > > Settings > Accounts & sync. The

Accounts & sync settings screen displays your current sync settings and accounts. (For more information, see “Configuring Account Sync and Display Options” on page 81.)

2. Ta p Add account.

3. Tap the type of account you want to add.

4. Follow the onscreen steps to enter the required

(and optional) account information.

Note: Many accounts require only a username and

password, but some accounts will require more information.

5. Configure the account.

Depending on the kind of account, you may be asked to configure the types of data you want to sync to the device, name of the account, and other details. When you're finished, the account will be added to the list in the

Accounts & sync settings screen.

Removing an Account

You can remove an account to delete all information associated with it from your device, including email, contacts, settings, etc.

Some accounts cannot be removed, such the first Google Account you set up on the device. That account can only be removed by resetting your device entirely.

To remove an account:

1. Press > > Settings > Accounts & sync.

2. Tap the account you want to delete.

3. Ta p Remove account.

4. Ta p Remove account again to confirm that you

want to remove the account.

Configuring Account Sync and Display Options

You can configure background data and synchronization options for the applications on your device. You can also configure synchronization options for each individual account. Some applications, such

as Gmail synchronization settings. Some applications, such as Contacts and Gmail, can sync data for multiple accounts. Others, such as Calendar, sync data only from the first Google Account you set up with your device, or from an account associated specifically with that application.

For some accounts, syncing is two-directional; changes that you make to the information on your device are synchronized with the accounts on the Web or computer. Your Google Account synchronizes in a two-directional manner. Other accounts support only one-way sync; the information changed on your phone is only changed on your phone.

and Calendar, have their own

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Accounts

To configure general sync settings:

1. Press > > Settings > Accounts & sync.

Touch the account to configure it.

Sync status

䡲 Indicates that some, or all, of an account's

information is configured to sync automatically with your device.

䡲 Indicates that none of an account's

information is configured to sync automatically with your device.

2. Ta p Background data to enable or disable whether

applications can use your data connection to synchronize data while the applications run in the background.

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䡲 If you disable this option, the Gmail and Calendar

applications will not automatically receive updates until they are manually refreshed (using their respective options menu).

3. Tap Auto-sync to enable or disable whether

changes you make to information on the device or on the web are automatically synced with each other.

䡲 For example, when this option is enabled,

changes that you make in the Contacts application on your device are automatically made to your web-based Google Contacts

䡲 If you uncheck this option, you may be able to

use an application's tools to sync data manually. (See “To sync information manually:” on page 83.)

To sync information manually:

1. Press > > Settings > Accounts & sync.

2. Tap the account whose data you want to sync.

3. Press > Sync now.

To change an account’s sync settings:

1. Press > > Settings > Accounts & sync.

2. Tap the account whose data you want to change.

䡲 The Data and synchronization screen will open,

displaying a list of the types of data the account can sync.

3. Tap the items you want to sync. (A green

checkmark indicates that synchronization has been enabled.)

䡲 By disabling synchronization for an item, it will not

remove the previously synchronized data from your device, it will simply stop future synching. To remove the information previously synced for the account, you must remove the account.

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⽧ Calendar (page 84)

2G. Calendar & Tools

Agenda view Day view Week view Month view

In Agenda, Day, or Week view, touch an event to view its details.

Touch a day in Month view to open that day’s events.

⽧ Folders (page 90)

⽧ Clock (page 91)

⽧ Alarms (page 92)

⽧ Calculator (page 93)

⽧ Updating Your Android Operating System (page 94)

⽧ Updating Your Profile (page 94)

⽧ Updating Your PRL (page 94)

Calendar

Viewing Your Calendar and Events

Use the Calendar application you can view the events you have scheduled in the coming days, weeks, or months.

To open your Calendar application:

䊳 Press > > Calendar.

If you have created or subscribed to more than one calendar through Google Calendar

on the Web, events from each calendar are displayed in a different color. (For information about which calendars are displayed on your device, see “Displaying and Synchronizing Calendars” on page 89.)

Note: To go to the current day in any Calendar view, press

> Tod ay.

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To change your Calendar view:

Drag left or right to view earlier or later days.

Tap an event to view its details.

Touch and hold a time slot or an event to create a new event at that time.

Tap an event to view its details.

Drag the screen left or right to view previous or future weeks.

Drag the screen up or down to view previous or future months.

Tap a day to view the events of that day.

䊳 Press > Day, Week, Month, or Agenda. Each

view displays the events in your calendar for the period of time that you specify.

䡲 Day View

䡲 Week View

䡲 Month View

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䡲 Agenda View

Tap an event to view its details.

Drag the screen up or down to view earlier or later events.

Repeat indicator

Tap to set whether you’ll attend this event.

Other attendees’ status is shown below yours.

Tap to set reminders.

Tap to delete this reminder.

Tap to add another reminder for this event.

Viewing Event Details

You can view more information about an event in a number of ways, depending on the current view.

To view information about an event:

䊳 In Agenda, Day, or Week view, tap an event to view

its details.

䊳 In Month view, tap a day to switch to Day view.

Then tap an event to open the event summary.

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Creating an Event

You can use Calendar on your device to create events that appear on your device and in your Google Calendar on the Web.

LG Optimus S User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction

Your Device's Menu

Getting Started

1A. Setting Up Service

Setting Up Your Device

Activating Your Device

Sprint ID

Make Your First Call

Setting Up Your Voicemail

Sprint Account Passwords

Getting Help

Managing Your Account

Sprint 411

Sprint Operator Services

Your Device

Your Device

2A. Device Basics

Key Functions

Viewing the Display Screen

Turning Your Device On and Off

Turning Your Devi ce On

Turning Your Device Off

Battery and Charger

Extending Your Battery Life

Device Function Keys

Menu Key

Working with Menus

Using the Notifications Panel

Home Key

Back Key

Using the Search Key

Navigation and Customization

Home Screen Overview

Using the Application Tab

Applications

Customizing Your Home Screen

Accessing Recently-Used Applications

Gestures Guide

Displaying Your Phone Number

Entering Text

Onscreen Keyboard

Editing Text

Creating a Google Account

Your Google Account

Signing into Your Google Account

Making Calls

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Dialing Options

Answering Calls

Ending a Call

Missed Call Notification

Calling Emergency Numbers

In-Call Options

Saving a Phone Number

Finding a Phone Number

Dialing and Saving Phone Numbers With Pauses

Dialing From the Contacts List

Using Direct Dialing

Plus (+) Code Dialing

2C. Settings

Sound Settings

Ringer Types

Adjusting the Device's Volume Settings

Vibrate and Silent Mode

Selecting a Notification Ringtone

Setting Various Feedback Tones

Display Settings

Changing the Backlight Time Length

Changing the Contrast

Display Language

Setting the Device Automatically to Rotate the Screen

Date & Time Display Settings

Animation Display Options

Location Settings

Using Wireless Networks