Sprint SPHN240SS, SPH-N240, PCS User Manual

Sprint PCS

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The clear alternative to cellular.

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Welcome to Sprint PCS

Sprint PCS built the largest all-digital, all-PCS nationwide network from the
ground up for clearer calls, reaching more than 230 million people. We
built our network to give you what we believe you really want from a
wireless phone: clear sound, private conversations and time-saving features.

And Sprint Personal Communications Services® can do something even
more far-reaching – simplify your life. Our advanced technology is designed
to grow with your communications needs so that one day you’ll be able to
rely entirely on your Sprint PCS Phone

This guide will introduce you to our technology and your new
Sprint PCS Phone through simple, easy-to-follow instructions. Since you’re
probably anxious to start using your phone, we encourage you to
immediately flip to Section One – Getting Started With Sprint PCS Service.

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to stay connected.

This section provides all the information you need to quickly activate your
phone, set up your voicemail and much more. It also contains information
on how to contact Sprint PCS should you have questions about service, want
to purchase additional products or services, or just check your account
balance.

Thank you for choosing Sprint PCS.

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Table of Contents

1. Getting Started With Sprint PCS Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Turning Your Phone ON and OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Getting Started With Sprint PCS Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Activating Your Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Setting Up Your Voicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Understanding This User Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

2. Getting to Know Your Sprint PCS® Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Highlights and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Front View of Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Command Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Viewing the Display Screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Using the Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

3. Understanding Roaming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Understanding How Roaming Works. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Setting Your Phone’s Roam Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Setting an Alert When Roam Charges Apply (Call Guard) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

4. Making and Answering Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Making Calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Answering Calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Adjusting Volume During a Conversation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Missed Call Notification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Muting a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Using Sprint PCS Voice Command. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Dialing Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

In-Call Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Incoming Call Notification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Changing Ringer Volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

End-of-Call Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Saving a Phone Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Finding a Phone Number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Four-Digit Dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Dialing and Saving Phone Numbers With Pauses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Calling Emergency Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Using One/Two/Three Speed Dialing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Displaying Your Phone Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

5. Adjusting Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Changing Ringer Volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Silencing the Ringer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Adjusting Volume During a Conversation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Muting a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

6. Navigating Through Menus and Entering Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Menu Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Working Within the Menu Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Viewing the Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Selecting a Character Input Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Entering Characters by Tapping the Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Entering Characters Using T9 Text Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Entering Symbols and Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

7. Using Sprint PCS Service Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Using Caller ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Responding to Call Waiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Three-Way Calling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Forwarding Your Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

8. Managing Call History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Viewing Call History (Incoming, Outgoing and Missed) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Call History Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Making a Call From Call History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Prepending a Phone Number From Call History. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Saving a Phone Number From Call History. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Erasing Call History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

9. Managing Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Setting Up Voicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Knowing When You Have Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Message Types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

New Voicemail Message Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Retrieving Your Voicemail Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Clearing the Voicemail Message Icon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Numeric Page Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

10.Using Your Internal Phone Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Finding Internal Phone Book Entries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Internal Phone Book Entry Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Adding a Phone Number to an Internal Phone Book Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Editing an Internal Phone Book Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Dialing Sprint PCS Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

My Sprint PCS Phone Number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

11.Changing Your Phone’s Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

Changing the Greeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Setting the Language of your Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Adjusting the Ringer Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Ringer Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

Selecting Ringer Types for Voice Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

Selecting Ringer Types for Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

Selecting Ringer Types for Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

Changing the Backlight Time Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

12.Setting Your Phone’s Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

Accessing the Security Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

Locking Your Phone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

Unlocking Your Phone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

Changing the Lock Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

Calling in Lock Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

Using Special Numbers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

Erasing Special Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

Erasing the Internal Phone Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

Resetting Your Phone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

13.Personal Information Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

Accessing the Scheduler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Today. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Month View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Jump To Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

Task List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

Countdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

Alarm Clock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

Set Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

Adding New Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

Alarm Clock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

14.Using the Voice Services of Your Sprint PCS Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81

Using Voice-Activated Dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

Programming the Phone for Voice Dialing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

Placing a Call Using Voice Dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

Reviewing Voice Dial Entries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

Erasing Voice Dial Entries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

15.Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85

Flying Tight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

Run For Money . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87

16.Calculator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

Accessing the Calculator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

Performing a simple Calculations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

17.Selecting Your Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

Accessory Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

18.Knowing Performance and Safety Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93

Getting the Most Out of Your Reception. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94

Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95

Caring for the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97

Acknowledging Special Precautions and the FCC Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98

Owner's Record. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99

User Guide Proprietary Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99

19.Terms and Conditions & Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101

Terms and Conditions of Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102

Manufacturer’s Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113

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Getting Started With
Sprint PCS Service

In This Section

䊳 Activating Your Phone

䊳 Setting Up Your Voicemail

䊳 Getting Help

䊳 Understanding This User Guide

Getting Started

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his section walks you through the step-by-step basics of setting up

service for your Sprint PCS
activating your phone, setting up your voicemail and how to contact
Sprint PCS for assistance.

Once you have completed this section, you’re ready to explore the advanced
features of your new phone.

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Phone, including unlocking and

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Turning Your Phone ON and OFF

Turning Your Phone ON

To turn your phone on, press for approximately two seconds.

Once your phone is ON, it displays “Looking for Service” indicating that
your phone is searching for a signal. When your phone finds a signal, it
automatically 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 PCS service by pressing any key (when your phone is turned ON).

Tip: The Power Save feature helps to conserve your battery power when

you are in an area where there is no signal.

Turning Your Phone OFF

Press for two seconds.

Your screen remains blank while your phone is off.

Getting Started With Sprint PCS Service

Determine If Your Phone Is Already Activated

If you received your phone in the mail or purchased it at a Sprint® Store,
it probably has been activated. All you need to do is unlock your phone.

If your phone is not activated, please refer to your Start Here Brochure
for easy step-by-step instructions.

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Unlocking Your Phone

Follow these steps to unlock your phone:

1. Press and hold to turn the phone on.

2. Press .

3. Enter your four-digit lock code. For security purposes, the code is not

visible as you type.

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

your Social Security number or Sprint PCS Phone Number, or try 0000. If
none of these work, call Sprint PCS Customer Care at 1-888-211-4PCS
(4727).

Activating Your Phone

To activate your phone, follow the directions in the Start Here Brochure
that was included with your phone. Or visit
http://activate.sprintpcs.com and activate your phone online.

Getting Started

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Setting Up Your Voicemail

All unanswered calls to your Sprint PCS Phone are automatically
transferred to voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off.
Therefore, you will want to set up your Sprint PCS voicemail box and
personal greeting as soon as your Sprint PCS Phone is activated.

To set up voicemail:

1. Press and hold .

2. Follow the system prompts to create your pass code, record your

greeting, record your name announcement and choose whether to
activate One-Touch Message Access (a feature that lets you press one
key to access messages and bypasses the need for you to enter your
pass code).

Note: The voicemail setup process may vary in certain affiliate areas.

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Getting Help

Visit Our Web Site

Stop by www.sprintpcs.com to get up-to-date information on Sprint PCS.
You can also:

䊳 Review coverage maps
䊳 Learn how to use voicemail
䊳 Access your account information
䊳 Purchase accessories
䊳 Add additional options to your service plan
䊳 Check out frequently asked questions
䊳 And much more

Sprint PCS Customer Care

Sprint PCS Customer Advocates are available to assist you 24 hours a day,
seven days a week. Simply dial 1-888-211-4PCS (4727) from any phone
or press

from your activated Sprint PCS Phone while

on the Sprint PCS Nationwide Network.

Tip: If you need to reach Sprint PCS Customer Care while you are off the

Sprint PCS Network, dial 1-888-211-4PCS (4727).

Once you dial Sprint PCS Customer Care, you can access a number of
helpful account services through our automated Customer Care line. By
following the voice prompts, you’ll be able to learn more about
Sprint PCS Products and Services, get Sprint PCS coverage by zip code or
request a copy of your invoice.

Tip: If you have a question regarding the operation of your Sprint PCS

Phone, dial 1-888-211-4PCS (4727) from another phone so you can use your
Sprint PCS Phone while speaking with Customer Care.

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Receiving Automated Billing Information

For your convenience, your phone gives you free access to billing
information on your Sprint PCS account. This information includes
balance due, payment received, billing cycle and the amount of minutes
used since your last billing cycle. Follow these steps to access this
information:

1. Press .

2. Follow the voice prompts to receive the information you want.

Note: This service may not be available in all affiliate markets.

Sprint PCS Directory Assistance

Sprint PCS Directory Assistance provides a variety of services, including
residential, business and government listings; assistance with local or
long-distance calls; movie listings; hotel, restaurant and shopping
information and major local event information. There is a per call

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charge and you will be billed for airtime.

䊳 Press .

Sprint PCS Operator Services

Sprint PCS Operator Services can provide assistance in placing collect
calls or calls billed to a local telephone calling card or a third party.

䊳 Press .

Note: Sprint PCS Operator Services may not be available in all affiliate

markets.

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Understanding This User Guide

This user guide introduces you to our technology and all the advantages
of your new Sprint PCS Phone – through easy-to-follow instructions.

䊳 Sections break down categories of information to progressively take

you all the way from learning the basics to using the most advanced
phone features.

䊳 Tips highlight special shortcuts and timely reminders to help you

make the most of your new phone.

䊳 The Index helps you find specific information quickly.

We know that your time is valuable and that’s why we’ve designed this
guide to be used in a building block format or in stand-alone sections.
You’ll get the most out of your phone if you read each section. However,
if you’d like to get right to a specific feature, you’ll be able to locate the
specific section using the colored tabs. Follow the instructions in that
section and you’ll be ready to use your phone in no time.

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Getting to Know

®

Your Sprint PCS

䊳 Front View of Phone

䊳 Viewing the Display Screen

䊳 Your Phone’s Highlights and Features

䊳 Using the Battery

our Sprint PCS Phone is packed with features that simplify your life and

Phone

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Getting to Know

expand your ability to stay connected to the people and information
that are important to you. We know that you’re anxious to start using it, so
this section will give you a quick introduction to your new phone. The
easy-to-follow instructions will guide you through the basics of the most
common features of your phone and you’ll be on your way to using it in
no time.

Don’t forget the other chapters in this guide. They’re filled with information
about the capabilities and benefits of your new Sprint PCS Phone. They
include detailed step-by-step instructions that familiarize you with all the
features and explain how to customize your phone to meet your specific needs.

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Highlights and Features

Congratulations on the purchase of your phone (SPH-N240). This phone
is lightweight, easy-to-use, reliable, and offers many significant features:

䊳 Dual-band Tri-Mode capability provides access to other PCS CDMA

and analog cellular networks where Sprint PCS has implemented
roaming agreements. For further information see "Understanding
How Roaming Works" on page 24.

䊳 Sprint PCS Voice Command

speaking someone’s name or the digits in their phone number. For
further information see "Using Sprint PCS Voice Command" on page

32.

䊳 Large 4-level blue screen, 5-line display.
䊳 User friendly, menu driven access to features and options.
䊳 The lighted blue display screen makes it effortless to read the display

in low light environments and at night.

SM

lets you dial phone numbers by

䊳 An Internal Phone Book with up to 180 entries.
䊳 Speed Dialing, there are four methods of calling numbers previously

stored in the Internal Phone Book.

䊳 A Calendar function allows the scheduling of events, the ability to

create a “Task List”, set timers and alarms.

䊳 Voice activated dialing with 10 locations.
䊳 T9 predictive text entry for simplicity in entering names and events

into both the Internal Phone Book and Calendar.

䊳 Vibrate mode announces incoming calls and messages without

disturbing people around you.

䊳 Polyphonic Ringers & Melodies offer rich full sound for incoming

calls and alerts.

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Front View of Phone

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Command Keys

Menu: Displays the first level or Main Menu of options.

Highlight and press

OK: Pressing when navigating through a menu accepts the

highlighted choice in the menu. Pressing

again to view the next menu page.

for two seconds

automatically dials your voicemail.

Navigation Key: This key allows you to scroll through the

phone menu options, and provides a shortcut to phone
functions from Standby Mode.

Volume Key (On the side of your phone): Adjust the ringer

volume in standby mode. Adjust the voice volume during a call.
In a menu, scroll up or down to navigate through the menu
options. Volume Keys also mute the ringer during an incoming
call.

TALK: Place or receive a call. In standby mode, press the key

once to enter the Outgoing call log. If you press and hold the key
down you will initiate Voice Dial.

CLR: Deletes characters from the display. When in a menu,

press to return to the previous menu.

END: Ends a call. Press and hold this key to turn your phone

On or Off. While in the main menu, it returns the phone to
standby mode and cancels your input.

Numeric Keys: Use these keys to enter numbers, letters, and

characters.

Pound: Enters the pound [#] character for calling features. In

text entry mode, press to enter a space.

Asterisk: Enters the asterisk [*] character for calling features. In

text entry mode, press to change the character input type.

Headset Jack (on the top of the phone): Allows you to plug in

an optional headset for safe, convenient hands-free
conversations.

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Viewing the Display Screen

This list identifies the symbols you’ll see on your display screen.

䊳 shows your current signal strength.The more lines you have,

the stronger your signal.

䊳 means your phone cannot find a signal.
䊳 tells you a call is in progress.
䊳 indicates you are “roaming” off the Sprint PCS

Nationwide Network.

䊳 indicates you are “roaming” off the Sprint PCS

Nationwide Network on an analog system.

䊳 indicates you have voicemail, text, or numeric pages waiting.

Press

briefly to see a list of pending messages or press and hold

to dial voicemail box.

䊳 indicates your phone is in vibrate mode.
䊳 shows your current battery charge strength. (Icon shown

fully charged.)

Tip: Display indicators let you know when you’re off the Sprint PCS

Nationwide Network and whether you’re operating in digital or analog mode.

Using the Battery

Battery Capacity

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Your Sprint PCS Phone is equipped with a Lithium Ion (LiIon) battery. It
allows you to recharge your battery before it is fully drained. The battery
provides approximately 2 hours of continuous digital talk time
(1 hour in analog) or approximately 192 hours of continuous digital
standby time (15 hours in analog).

Approximately five minutes before the battery charge level gets too low to
operate the phone, the battery sensor will let you know by blinking an
empty battery icon (

), sounding an audible alert and displaying a
warning message. If you continue to operate the phone without
charging, the phone will turn off automatically (after a three to five
minute delay). If this happens, your call will end.

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Note: Long backlight settings, searching for service, and vibrate mode use

affect the battery’s talk and standby times.

Tip: Be sure to charge your phone’s battery and watch your indicator to

ensure your levels are okay.

Installing the Battery

Your Sprint PCS Phone comes with a Lithium Ion battery. Follow these
steps to install it:

1. Place the battery on to the back of the phone, making sure that the

three plastic tabs line up with the corresponding holes on the phone.

2. Gently push the battery down on the phone until it snaps into place.

Removing the Battery

To remove your battery for charging or for another reason, follow these
easy steps:

1. Make sure the power is off by pressing and holding so you don’t

lose any stored numbers or messages.

2. Push up on the battery release latch and pull the battery away from

the latch.

3. Lift the battery away from the phone.

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Charging the Battery

Your Sprint PCS Phone comes with a rechargeable battery. You should
charge the battery as soon as possible so you can begin using your phone.

Keeping track of your battery’s charge is important. For a quick check of
your phone’s battery level, glance at the battery charge indicator located
in the upper-right corner of your phone’s display screen. If the battery
charge gets too low, the battery icon (

) blinks and the phone sounds

a warning tone.

Always use a Sprint PCS-approved Travel Charger or Vehicle Power
Adapter to charge your battery.

Warning! Using the wrong battery charger could cause damage to your

phone and void the warranty.

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Understanding Roaming

In This Section

䊳 Understanding How Roaming Works

䊳 Understanding the Difference Between Roaming and

Sprint PCS Network Calls

䊳 Setting Your Phone’s Roam Mode

䊳 Setting and Using Call Guard

Understanding

Roaming

oaming is the ability to make or receive calls while you’re off the
Sprint PCS Nationwide Network. Your new

R

Phone

TM

works anywhere on the Sprint PCS Nationwide Network and allows

dual-band Sprint PCS

you to roam on analog and digital networks virtually anywhere in the U.S.
where compatible wireless service is available.

This section explains how roaming works as well as special features that let
you manage your roaming experience.

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Understanding How Roaming Works

Recognizing Icons on the Display Screen

Your phone’s display screen always lets you know when you’re off the
Sprint PCS Network and whether your phone is operating in analog or
digital mode. The following chart indicates what you’ll see depending on
where you’re using your phone.

Roaming
Indicator

Sprint PCS Nationwide Network

Other Digital Networks

Analog Networks

Tip: Remember, when you’re using your phone off the Sprint PCS Network,

always dial numbers using 11 digits (1 + area code + number.)

Note: You will pay a higher per-minute rate for roaming calls.

Roaming on Other Digital Networks

Analog
Indicator

When you’re roaming on other digital networks, your call quality and
security will be similar to the quality you receive when making calls
while on the Sprint PCS Network. You may not be able to access certain
calling features.

Roaming on Analog Networks

When you roam on analog networks, you will experience a similar
quality provided by other analog carriers today. Although some calling
features may be unavailable, you can still make and receive calls. You
will experience a few differences including:

䊳 You are more likely to experience static, cross-talk, fade-out and

dropped calls.

䊳 Some calling features which are standard on the Sprint PCS Network,

such as Call Waiting and direct international dialing, are
unavailable.

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䊳 There are security and privacy risks (eavesdropping and cloning)

that exist with conventional analog services today.

䊳 Your battery needs recharging sooner when you use your phone for

analog roaming.

Tip: If you’re on a call when you leave the Sprint PCS Network and enter

an area where roaming is available (whether digital or analog), your call is
dropped. If your call is dropped in an area where you think Sprint PCS
Service is available, turn your phone off and on again to reconnect to the
Sprint PCS Nationwide Network.

Setting Your Phone’s Roam Mode

Your Sprint PCS Phone allows you to control your ability to roam. By
using the

Roaming menu option, you determine which signals your

phone accepts.

Set Mode

Choose from three different settings on your dual-band mode phone to
control your roaming experience:

1. Press for Main Menu

2. Press for Roaming.

3. Press for Set Mode. To select an option, scroll to select

Automatic, Sprint PCS, or Analog.

4. Press to Save.

䊳 Automatic: This setting seeks Sprint PCS Service. When Sprint PCS

Service is unavailable, it searches for an alternative system.

䊳 Sprint PCS: This setting allows you to select the Sprint PCS

Nationwide Network only and prevents roaming on other networks.

䊳 Analog: This setting forces the phone to seek an analog roaming

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system. The previous setting is restored the next time the phone is
turned on.

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Setting an Alert When Roam Charges Apply (Call Guard)

In addition to the roaming icon, Call Guard alerts you when roaming
charges apply. This feature makes it easy to manage your roaming
charges by reminding you when you make or receive roaming calls. It
also requires you to take additional steps before placing or answering a
roaming call. These additional steps are not required when you make or
receive calls while on the Sprint PCS Nationwide Network.

To Turn the Call Guard Feature On or Off:

1. Press for the Main Menu.

2. Press for Roaming.

3. Press for Call Guard. Wait briefly until a message prompt

displays and then disappears from the display screen.

4. Select Yes or No, and press .

䊳 If the Ye s option is chosen, an extra step is required to make or take

roaming calls.

䊳 If the No option is chosen, no extra step is required to make or take

roaming calls.

To Place Roaming Calls With Call Guard On:

1. From the main menu, dial 1 + area code + the seven-digit number.

(You can also initiate a call from the Internal Phone Book or Call
History) and press

2. A message is displayed indicating that roaming rate applies. Press

.

to place the call.

To Answer Incoming Roaming Calls With Call Guard On:

Remember if the Call Guard feature is set to On, you need to take extra
steps to make and receive roaming calls even if you have selected the

Analog setting.

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Setting the Time and Date in Analog mode

The time and date are set automatically by the Sprint PCS network. If you
are outside your coverage area and are in analog mode, the time and
date are not automatically updated. To set the time and date in analog
mode:

1. Press for the Main Menu.

2. Press for Calendar.

3. Press for Set Time.

4. Enter the correct time and date and press .

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Making and Answering Calls

In This Section

䊳 Making Calls

䊳 Answering Calls

䊳 Using Sprint PCS Voice Command

䊳 Dialing Options

䊳 In-Call and End-of-Call Options

䊳 Using One, Two & Three-Touch Speed Dialing

䊳 Calling Emergency Numbers

our Sprint PCS® Phone gives you different options for placing calls, so
you can use the method that works best for you. Once you learn the

basics here, the possibilities are endless.

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Making Calls

Your Sprint PCS® Phone offers many different ways to make calls,
including Sprint PCS Voice Command
Command" on page 32), Speed Dialing ("Using One/Two/Three Speed
Dialing" on page 38) and using Call History ("Viewing Call History
(Incoming, Outgoing and Missed)" on page 54).

To make a call using your keypad:

1. Make sure your phone is on.

2. Enter a phone number. (If you make a mistake while dialing, press

to erase one digit at a time. Press and hold to erase

the entire number.)

3. Press . (To make calls when you are roaming, and Call Guard

SM

("Using Sprint PCS Voice

is enabled, press

to acknowledge Roaming rates. For further
information see "To Place Roaming Calls With Call Guard On:" on
page 26)

4. When you’re finished, press to complete the call.

Tip: To redial your last outgoing call, press to view the phone

number. Press again to dial.

Tip: When making calls off the Sprint PCS Network, always dial using

11 digits (1 + area code + phone number).

Answering Calls

1. Make sure your phone is on. If your phone is off, incoming calls go

to voicemail.

2. When your phone rings, press . (To answer incoming calls

when you are roaming and Call Guard is enabled press

. For
further information see "To Answer Incoming Roaming Calls With
Call Guard On:" on page 26)

3. To disconnect the call, press briefly.

Adjusting Volume During a Conversation

To adjust the volume during a call, press the volume keys on the side of
your phone up or down.

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Missed Call Notification

When an incoming call is not answered, the number of missed calls
together with the last call’s phone number is displayed on your screen.

To display the Missed Call log and view the last 10 missed calls:

1. Press .

2. Press for Calls.

3. Press for Missed.

Note: To view the details of the missed call, highlight the entry and

press .

To dial a missed call entry’s phone number:

䊳 Highlight the entry. Press and hold .

Muting a Call

There are times when it’s necessary to mute a call so that your caller does
not hear you or certain background noise.

To use this function during a call:

1. Press .

2. Press for Mute.

䊳 When the phone is muted, “Mute” appears on the display.

To unmute a call:

1. Press .

2. Press for UnMute.

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Using Sprint PCS Voice Command

With Sprint PCS, the first wireless provider to offer innovative Voice
Command technology, reaching your friends, family, co-workers and
teammates has never been easier – especially when you’re on the go.

With Sprint PCS Voice Command:

䊳 You can store all your contact’s phone numbers, so you can simply say the

name of the person you want to call.

䊳 There’s no need to punch in a lot of numbers, memorize voicemail

passwords or try to dial while you’re driving.

䊳 You can call anyone in your address book – even if you don’t

remember their phone number.

It’s Easy To Start

Just dial from your Sprint PCS PhoneTM to activate the
service. You can also dial

to go through a Sprint PCS

Voice Command tutorial directly from your phone.

Create Your Own Address Book

You can program up to 250 names into your address book and with the
advanced technology of Sprint PCS Voice Command – you can have
instant access to all of them.

There are four ways to update your address book:

䊳 On the Web: Go to www.talk.sprintpcs.com and receive a fully

functional Web-based address book to create and update your
contacts.

䊳 Use an Existing Address Book: Upload your contacts from

®

Microsoft

Outlook,® Microsoft Excel and other personal information

software into your address book for no additional charge.

䊳 Call Directory Assistance: If you don’t have a computer or

Internet access handy, you can have Sprint PCS Directory Assistance
look up phone numbers for you and automatically add them to your
address book. Just say, “Call operator,” and we’ll add two names and
numbers to your address book for our standard directory assistance
charge.

䊳 Use Voice Recordings: Simply dial and say, “Add

name.” You will then be asked to say the name and number you

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want to add to your personal address book. Your address book can
store up to 10 Voice Recordings at once.

How It Works

1. Once you’ve signed up for Sprint PCS Voice Command and created

your address book, all you do is press

. You’ll hear a tone

followed by the prompt “Ready.”

2. After the “Ready” prompt, simply say, in a natural voice, the name of

the person or the number you’d like to call. For example, you can
say, “Call Jane at work,” “Call John on his wireless phone,” “Call
555-1234” or “Look up Bob.”

3. The number will automatically be dialed. Keep in mind that

Sprint PCS Voice Command recognizes not only your voice, but any
voice, so others can experience the same convenience if they use your
phone.

For more helpful hints on Sprint PCS Voice Command, visit
www.talk.sprintpcs.com.

Dialing Options

Dialing options are displayed when you enter numbers using the keypad.

To select an option press and the number on the keypad that
corresponds with the desired choice.

䊳 (1) Talk is used to dial the phone number. (If you are roaming and

have the Call Guard feature activated, you must then press

. See

"To Place Roaming Calls With Call Guard On:" on page 26.)

䊳 (2) Save to save the phone number in your Internal Phone Book.

(See "Finding Internal Phone Book Entries" on page 62.)

䊳 (3) Find is used to locate and display Internal Phone Book entries

that contain the numbers entered. (See "Finding Internal Phone
Book Entries" on page 62.)

䊳 (4) Hard Pause is used to insert a hard pause. (See "Dialing and

Saving Phone Numbers With Pauses" on page 37.)

䊳 (5) 2-Sec Pause to insert a 2-second pause. (See "Dialing and

Saving Phone Numbers With Pauses" on page 37.)

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Tip: To speed dial a phone number from the main menu, press and hold the

Internal Phone Book entry number. If the entry number is two digits, enter
the first digit, then press and hold the second digit.

In-Call Options

During a call, your phone displays menu options in addition to the main
menu.

To select an option, highlight it and press .

䊳 (1) Mute or UnMute Select Mute to mute your phone’s microphone.

Select

䊳 (2) 3-Way Call allows you to talk to two different people at the same

UnMute again to reactivate the microphone.

time. (For more information, see "Three-Way Calling" on page 51.)

䊳 (3) Calls checks your call log for outgoing, incoming, and missed

calls. You can also erase the logs from this menu.

䊳 (4) Messages allows you to check for voicemail, page, and text

messages.

䊳 (5) Phonebook accesses the Phone Book menu options.
䊳 (6) Calendar accesses the Calendar menu options which allows you

to schedule different events.

䊳 (7) Version displays the hardware and software version being used.

Incoming Call Notification

Depending on your settings, your Sprint PCS Phone notifies you of
incoming calls in the following ways:

䊳 The phone rings and/or vibrates.
䊳 The LED flashes.
䊳 The backlight illuminates.
䊳 The screen displays an incoming call message.
䊳 If the phone number is available, the phone number of the caller is

displayed.

䊳 If the phone number is in your Internal Phone Book, the Phone

Book entry’s name is displayed.

The following option is also displayed.

䊳 End: Silent to mute the ringer.

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Note: You can also mute the ringer by pressing the up or down volume key.

Changing Ringer Volume

To change the ringer volume, adjust the volume keys on the side of your
phone when the phone is in Standby mode.

Note: To change the ringer volume from the main menu, see "Changing

Ringer Volume" on page 40.

End-of-Call Options

After receiving a call from or making a call to a phone number that is
not in your Internal Phone Book, the phone number, the duration of the
call and the following menu options are displayed for 10 seconds. During
this time you can press

to add this number to your internal phone

book.

Note: The End-of-Call options are not displayed for calls identified as

No ID or Restricted.

Saving a Phone Number

Your Sprint PCS Phone can store up to 180 Internal Phone Book
numbers. Phone Book entries can store up to a total of six phone
numbers and the entry’s name can contain 12 characters. There are
seven different labels that are available, they are home, work, mobile,
pager, fax, or no label. Any of these labels can be selected to be use as the
Speed Dial number. Speed dial can only be assigned to one number in
each phone book entry.

To save a number from the main menu:

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1. Enter a phone number.

2. Press .

3. Press for Save.

4. Select the desired label by scrolling through Home, Work, Mobile,

Pager, Fax,

5. Press to Add New Name.

or No Label and Press .

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6. Enter the name of the entry using the keypad. (Press to select

the desired entry mode. For more information on the different entry
modes, see "Selecting a Character Input Mode" on page 47. Press

to select the desired entry mode.)

7. Press to Save the name.

8. Press the Navigation key to the left or right to display the desired

location, or leave the value defaulted to the first available. Press
to save.

Finding a Phone Number

You can search for Internal Phone Book entries with phone numbers that
contain a specific string of numbers.

To find a phone number:

1. Enter one or more digits. The more numbers you enter, the more

specific the search becomes.

2. Press to display the main menu options.

3. Press for Find. The phone prompts you to “Wait” and tells you

how many numbers match the number of digits you just entered into
the phone.

4. Press the navigation key up or down to scroll through the list

of available matches.

5. When the desired number is displayed, press .

Four-Digit Dialing

Your phone has the ability to find and dial 4-digits of any phone number
stored in the address book.

To call someone stored in your phone book by entering four digits of
their phone number:

1. From the standby mode, enter four digits of any phone number

stored in the phone book.

2. Press .

Note: If more than one number is found with the last four digits, use the

navigation key to scroll up or down to the desired entry. When the desired
number is displayed, press .

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Or:

To dial four digits without the 4-digit dial feature interfering:

1. From the standby mode, enter four digits.

2. Press for 4-Digit Dial.

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. If you select a
hard pause, the next set of numbers are sent when you press

. If you
select a 2-second pause, your phone automatically sends the next set of
numbers after two seconds.

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

2-second and hard pauses.

To dial or save a phone number with pauses:

1. When in standby mode, enter the first digits of the phone number

that comes before the required pause.

2. Press to open the Menu options.

3. Press for Hard Pause or for a 2sec Pause. (Hard Pauses

are displayed as a “P” and 2sec Pauses as a “T”.)

4. Enter the additional numbers.

Note: Complete step three and four again, if necessary.

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5. Press to dial.

When dialing a number with a hard pause, highlight Send Tones and
press

to send the next set of numbers.

Calling Emergency Numbers

You can place calls to 911 (dial and press ), even
if your phone is locked or your account is restricted.

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Using One/Two/Three Speed Dialing

With this feature, you can automatically call Speed Dial entries using
one key press for locations 1-9, two key presses for locations 10-99, or
three key presses for locations 100-180.

To use One-Touch Dialing for Speed Dial locations 1-9:

䊳 Press and hold the appropriate key for two seconds. The display

confirms that the number has been dialed when it shows
“Connecting.”

To use Two-Touch Dialing for Speed Dial locations 10-99:

1. Press the first digit.

2. Press and hold the second digit for two seconds. The display confirms

that the number has been dialed when it shows “Connecting.”

To use Three-Touch Dialing for Speed Dial locations 100-180:

1. Press the first digit.

2. Press the second digit.

3. Press and hold the third digit for two seconds. The display confirms

that the number has been dialed when it shows “Connecting”.

Displaying Your Phone Number

Just in case you forget your phone number, your Sprint PCS Phone can
remind you.

To display your phone number:

1. From standby mode, press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Phonebook.

3. Press for My Phone #. Your phone number is displayed on the

screen.

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Adjusting Volume

In This Section

䊳 Changing the Ringer Volume

䊳 Silencing the Ringer

䊳 Adjusting Volume During a Conversation

䊳 Muting a Call

Adjusting

Volume

5

ith all the things that demand your attention in today’s fast-paced

world, it’s important to tune-in to what really matters. Your phone
gives you the ability to control your phone’s volume with the touch of a
button. Not only can you control what you hear, you can also control what
your caller hears.

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Changing Ringer Volume

To change the ringer volume, use the volume keys on the side of your
phone when the phone is in standby mode.

To change the ringer volume from the Main Menu:

1. Press for Menu options.

2. Press for Sounds.

3. Press for Ringer Volume.

4. Press for Calls.

5. Select Off/Vibrate/1-Beep/Low/Med/High/High+Vib, and press

.

Silencing the Ringer

To silence the ringer on incoming calls:

1. When the phone rings, press a volume key, or . Press to

answer the call.

Adjusting Volume During a Conversation

When you need to regulate the volume during a conversation, use the
volume keys on the side of your phone to adjust the sound.

Muting a Call

There are times when it’s necessary to mute a call so that your caller does
not hear you or certain background noise. To mute a call, press and hold

for two seconds. To unmute a call, press and hold for two

seconds.

To Mute a call from the Main Menu:

1. Press for Menu options, highlight Mute.

2. Press either or .

䊳 When the phone is muted, “Mute” displays.

To UnMute a call:

1. Press for Menu options.

2. Highlight UnMute, and press or .

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Navigating Through Menus and
Entering Text

In This Section

䊳 Menu Navigation

䊳 Viewing the Menus

䊳 Entering Characters by Tapping the Keypad

䊳 Entering Characters Using T9 Text Input

䊳 Entering Symbols and Numbers

his section is a road map to using your phone and also shows how to

enter characters in your phone. Every function and feature can be
accessed through a menu. Take a few moments to know your way around
and how to enter text. You’ll find that it makes your phone easier to use.

Entering Text

Navigating and

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Menu Navigation

Your Sprint PCS Phone allows you to scroll through menus quickly and
easily. The scroll bar at the right of the menu keeps track of your position
in the menu at all times.

Working Within the Menu Structure

Selecting Menu Items

As you navigate through a menu, the options are highlighted. Select an
option by highlighting it and pressing

.

For example, if you want to view your last incoming call:

1. From the main menu, highlight Calls and press .

2. Press the navigation key down to highlight Incoming and press .

If you have received any calls, they are displayed on the screen.

Backing Up Within a Menu

To go to the previous menu:

䊳 Press .

To return to standby mode:

䊳 Press .

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Viewing the Menus

Menu Diagram

Menus let you check or change your phone settings. The following
outline shows your phone’s menu structure.

1. Calls

1: Outgoing
2: Incoming
3: Missed
4: Erase History

1: Outgoing
2: Incoming
3: Missed
4: All Calls

5: Air Time

1: Last Call
2: Total Airtime

2. Phone Book

1: Find Name
2: Add New Entry
3: My Phone#
4: Find Entry
5: Services

1: Account Info
2: Customer Care
3: Dir Assist
4: Prepaid SVC

3. Roaming

4. Calendar

1: Set Mode

1: Automatic
2: Analog
3: Sprint PCS

2: Call Guard

1: Yes
2: No

1: Today
2: Month View
3: Jump to Date
4: Task List
5: Countdown

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Entering Text

Navigating and

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5: Messages

6. Voice Dial

7. Sounds

6: Alarm Clock

1: Alarm # 1
2: Alarm # 2
3: Alarm # 3

7: Set Time

1: Voicemail

1: Listen

2: Reset
2: Page/Text
3: Erase Msgs

1: Page/Text

1: Record
2: Review
3: Erase All

1: Ringer Volume

1: Calls

1: Off
2: Vibrate
3: 1-Beep
4: Low
5: Med
6: High
7: High+Vib

2: Messages

1: Off
2: Vibrate
3: 1-Beep
4: Low
5: Med
6: High

3: Alarms

1: Off
2: Low
3: Med
4: High

2: Ringer Type

1: Voice Calls

1: with Caller ID
2: No Caller ID

2: Messages

1: Voicemail
2: Page
3: Text

3: Alarm

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8. Setup/Tool

3: Key Beep

1: Off
2: Low
3: Med
4: High

4: Tone Length

1: Short
2: Long

5: Alert

1: Minute Beep

2: Service

3: Connect

4: Disconnect

6: Roam Ringer

1: Distinctive
2: Normal

1: Display

1: Idle Screen

2: Backlight

3: Greeting
4: Contrast

5: Version

2: Security

1: Lock Phone

2: Change Lock
3: Special #

1: Off
2: On

1: Off
2: On

1: Off
2: On

1: Off
2: On

1: Sprint logo
2: Samsung logo
3: Digital

1: 30 Seconds
2: 8 seconds
3: Off

1: Lowest, Low, Med, High, Highest

1: Unlocked
2: On Power Up
3: Lock Now

1: Empty
2: Empty

Entering Text

Navigating and

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9. Games

0. Key Guard

InUse Menu

3: Empty
4: ErasePhonebook
5: Reset Phone

3: Call Answer

1: Any Key
2: Talk Key

4: Auto Answer

1: Car Kit /Headset Off
2: Car Kit /Headset On

5: Language

1: English
2: Spanish

6: Calculator

1: Flying Tight
2: Run for Money

1: Mute
2: 3-Way Call
3: Calls

1: Outgoing
2: Incoming
3: Missed
4: Erase History
5: Air Time

4: Messages

1: Voicemail
2: Page/Text
3: Erase Msgs

5: PhoneBook

1: Find Name
2: Add New Entry
3: My Phone #
4: Find Entry
5: Services

6: Calendar

1: Today
2: Month View
3: Jump to Date
4: Task List
5: Countdown
6: Alarm Clock
7: Set Time

7: Version

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Selecting a Character Input Mode

When prompted to enter text, the current text entry mode will appear
above the

key in the lower right hand side of the display. There are

four text entry modes:

1. T9 (English)

2. Alpha

3. Symbol

4. Number

To change the Input Mode, press then the corresponding number on
the keypad.

When entering text, use the indicated key to perform the following text
entry functions:

Press to cycle through T9 word matches.

Press to insert a space.

Press to enter a period (.). Press the other numeric keys for
common symbols.

Entering Characters by Tapping the Keypad

To enter characters by tapping the keypad, select the Alpha mode (see
“Selecting a Character Input Mode” on page 47). Press the
corresponding key until the desired character appears. By default, the
first letter of a word is capitalized and following letters are lowercase.

Characters scroll in the following order:

䊳 . , - ? ! ‘ @ : 1
䊳 A B C 2
䊳 D E F 3
䊳 G H I 4
䊳 J K L 5
䊳 M N O 6
䊳 P Q R S 7
䊳 T U V 8
䊳 W X Y Z 9
䊳 0

Entering Text

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䊳 Shift
䊳 Space

Note: If you press and hold a numeric key for two seconds, the

corresponding number automatically is displayed. All alpha characters
associated with that key are bypassed.

Entering Characters Using T9 Text Input

To enter characters using T9 Text Input, select the T9 English Mode
mode (For more information, see "Selecting a Character Input Mode" on
page 47).

T9 Text Input analyzes the letters you enter using an intuitive word
database and creates a suitable word. (The word may change as you
type.) If the word you want does not display after you have entered all the
letters, press
a word and insert a space, press

to scroll through additional word selections. To accept

.

If you make a mistake, press to erase a single character. Press and
hold

to delete an entire entry.

Entering Symbols and Numbers

To enter symbols, select the Symbol mode. (See "Selecting a Character
Input Mode" on page 47). To enter a symbol, press the appropriate key
indicated on the display.

To enter numbers, select the Number mode and press the appropriate key
(For more information, see "Selecting a Character Input Mode" on page

47).

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Using Sprint PCS Service
Features

In This Section

䊳 Using Caller ID

䊳 Responding to Call Waiting

Service Features

Using Sprint PCS

䊳 Three-Way Calling

䊳 Forwarding Your Calls

ow that you’ve mastered the basics, you can begin to focus on where

you want to go. This section guides you step-by-step through the
calling features that enhance your Sprint PCS Service. From Caller ID to
Call Forwarding, using these features will help you make the most of your
Sprint PCS Service.

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Using Caller ID

Caller ID lets you know who’s calling by displaying the number of the
person calling when your phone rings. If the caller’s name and number
are already stored in your Internal Phone Book, the corresponding name
appears with the number. In the same way, if you call someone who has
this feature your phone number displays on their phone.

To block your phone number from being displayed for a specific
outgoing call:

1. Press .

2. Enter the number you want to call.

3. Press (or highlight Roam Call and press ).

To permanently block your number, call Sprint PCS Customer Care.

Responding to Call Waiting

Call Waiting alerts you of incoming calls while you’re on a call by
sounding a beep. The display screen informs you that a call is coming in
and shows the caller’s phone number (if it’s available and you are in
digital coverage).

To respond to an incoming call while you’re on a call:

䊳 Press . (This puts the first caller on hold and answers the

second call.)

䊳 To switch back to the first caller, press again.

Tip: For those calls where you don’t want to be interrupted, you can

temporarily disable Call Waiting by pressing
your call. Call Waiting is automatically reactivated once you end the call.

before placing

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Three-Way Calling

With Three-Way Calling, you can talk to two different people at the same
time. When using this feature, the normal airtime rates will be charged
for each of the two calls.

1. During a conversation, press .

2. Enter the number for the third party, and press .

3. When you are connected to the third party, press once again to

begin your Three-Way call.

If one of the people you called hangs up, you and the remaining caller
stay connected. If you initiated the call and are the first to hang up, all
three callers are disconnected.

Tip: You can also begin a Three-Way Call while on an existing call by

displaying a phone number stored in your Internal Phone Book or Call
History. Highlight the desired number and press

. Once the party

answers, press again to connect all parties together.

Forwarding Your Calls

Call Forwarding lets you forward all your incoming calls to another
phone number – even when your phone is turned off. You can continue
to make calls from your phone with Call Forwarding activated.

To Activate Call Forwarding:

1. Press .

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2. Enter the area code and phone number to which your calls should be

forwarded.

3. Press . You will hear a tone confirming the activation of Call

Forwarding.

To Deactivate Call Forwarding:

䊳 Press .
䊳 Press . You hear a tone to confirm the deactivation.

Note: You are charged a higher rate for calls you have forwarded.

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Managing Call History

In This Section

䊳 Viewing Call History (Outgoing, Incoming, and Missed)

䊳 Call History Options

䊳 Making a Call From Call History

䊳 Saving a Phone Number From Call History

䊳 Erasing Call History

Call History

Managing

he Call History helps you manage your time more effectively. It keeps
track of incoming calls, calls made from your Sprint PCS Phone

TM

and
missed calls. This section guides you through accessing and making the
most of your Call History.

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Viewing Call History (Incoming, Outgoing and Missed)

You’ll find your Call History invaluable. It is a list of the last 10 phone
numbers or Internal Phone Book entries for calls you placed, received or
missed. Call History makes redialing a number fast and easy. It is
continually updated as new numbers are added to the beginning of the
list and the oldest entries are removed from the bottom of the list.

Each entry contains the phone number (if it is available) and Internal
Phone Book entry name (if the phone number is in your Internal Phone
Book). Duplicate calls (same number and type of call) may only appear
once on the list.

To view a Call History entry:

1. Press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Calls.

3. Press for Outgoing, for Incoming, and for
Missed.

Call History Options

For additional information and options on a particular call, highlight a
Call History entry and press
This feature gives you the option of selecting:

䊳 Ta lk to call the phone number.
䊳 Save to save the sender’s phone number (if the number is not

already stored in your Internal Phone Book). For more information
see "Saving a Phone Number From Call History" on page 56.

䊳 Prepend to add numbers to the beginning of the phone number.

(For more information see "Prepending a Phone Number From Call
History" on page 55.)

followed by to view these options.

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Making a Call From Call History

To place a call from Call History:

1. Scroll to highlight the required number and press to complete

the call.

Note: You cannot make calls from Call History to entries identified as

No ID or Restricted.

Prepending a Phone Number From Call History

If you need to make a call from Call History and you happen to be
outside your local area code, you can add the appropriate prefix by
following these steps:

1. Press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Calls.

3. Press for Outgoing, press for Incoming, or press for
Missed.

4. When the call list displays, scroll to highlight the desired call log,

and press

5. Press for Menu options.

6. Press to Prepend.

7. Enter the appropriate digits to prepend, and press to be

connected.

Call History

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Saving a Phone Number From Call History

Your Sprint PCS Phone can store up to 180 Internal Phone Book
numbers. Phone Book entries can store up to a total of 6 phone numbers
and the entry’s name can contain 12 characters.

To save a phone number from Call History:

1. Press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Calls.

3. Press for Outgoing, press for Incoming, or press

for

Missed.

4. Scroll to highlight the phone number and press .

5. Press for Menu options.

6. Press to save.

7. Follow the prompts to complete storing the number to your Internal

Phone Book.

Note: You cannot save phone numbers already in your Internal Phone

Book or from calls identified as No ID or Restricted.

Erasing Call History

To erase a Call History or all Call Histories:

1. From standby mode press to open the Main Menu.

2. Press for Calls.

3. Press for Erase History. This opens the Erase History menu.

Scroll to highlight one of the options:

Outgoing, Incoming, Missed and All Calls.

4. Press to erase the calls within the selected option and follow the

prompts, or press

to return to the previous menu.

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Managing Messaging

In This Section

䊳 Message Types

䊳 New Message Alerts

䊳 Message Options

our Sprint PCS® Phone is always working to help you stay connected –

even when you’re unavailable. With three types of messaging, you can
depend on being notified of important information. This section steps you
through the messaging functions available on your Sprint PCS Phone.

Managing

Messaging

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Setting Up Voicemail

The first thing you’ll want to do after activating your phone is set up your
voicemail.

Knowing When You Have Messages

There are several ways your Sprint PCS Phone alerts you of new
messages:

䊳 By displaying a message on the screen.
䊳 By playing the assigned ringer type.
䊳 By the LED blinking red.

Message Types

There are two types of messaging features available from your
Sprint PCS Phone’s menu. You can receive voicemail and Sprint PCS
Messages (also known as page/text or SMS messages) as long as your
phone has enough memory to store them. If the memory is full, you will
be prompted to delete old messages to make room.

䊳 Voicemail automatically captures calls when you can’t answer your

phone or it is turned off. The voicemail system sends a notification to
your phone when you have new voice messages or numeric pages.

䊳 Messages include Sprint PCS Messages*. Sprint PCS messages are

received to keep you updated about current account information.

* Based on your service plan, additional charges may apply for this service.

New Voicemail Message Alerts

When you receive a new voicemail message, your phone alerts you and
displays

Important: When you are roaming off the Sprint PCS Network, you may not

receive notification of new voicemail messages. It is recommended that
you periodically check your voicemail by dialing 1 + area code + your
Sprint PCS Phone Number. When your voicemail box answers, press
and enter your pass code.

.

Note: Your phone accepts messages even when it is turned off. However,

you are only notified of new messages when your phone is turned on and
you are in a Sprint PCS Service area.

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Retrieving Your Voicemail Messages

You can review your messages directly from your Sprint PCS Phone or
from any other touch-tone phone. To dial from your Sprint PCS Phone,
you can either press and hold

Using One-Touch Message Access:

䊳 Press and hold . Follow the system prompts.

Using the Menu Keys on Your Sprint PCS Phone to Access your
Messages:

1. From standby mode press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Messages.

3. Press for Voice Mail.

4. Press .

5. Press to Listen.

Note: You are charged for airtime minutes when you are accessing your

voicemail from your Sprint PCS Phone.

Using a Phone Other Than Your Sprint PCS Phone to Access Your
Messages:

for two seconds or use the menu keys.

1. Dial your Sprint PCS Phone Number.

2. When your voicemail box answers, press .

3. Enter your pass code.

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Messaging

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Clearing the Voicemail Message Icon

Your phone may temporarily continue to display the icon after you have
checked your voicemail messages.

To clear the icon from the display screen:

1. From standby mode press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Messages.

3. Press for Voice Mail.

4. Press .

5. Press to Reset.

Numeric Page Options

After you display a numeric page, press to display the numeric page
message options. To select an option, scroll to highlight it and press

䊳 Talk - Calls the highlighted phone number.
䊳 Save # - Saves the sender’s phone number if it is not already in your

Internal Phone Book (if applicable).

䊳 Erase - Erases the current numeric page.
䊳 Next Msg - Moves forward to the next message.
䊳 Prev Msg - Returns to the previous message.
䊳 Extract#’s - Extracts the phone numbers (if there are numbers

contained in the text message.)

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Using Your Internal Phone Book

In This Section

䊳 Finding Internal Phone Book Entries

䊳 Internal Phone Book Entry Options

䊳 Adding a Call Alarm From the Internal Phone Book

䊳 Selecting a Ringer Type

䊳 Dialing Sprint PCS Services

ow you know the basics that help make it easier to stay in touch with

people and information. This section helps you make the most of your
contacts and use your time more effectively when you’re trying to connect
with the important people in your life.

Phone Book

Internal

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Finding Internal Phone Book Entries

There are several ways to display your Internal Phone Book entries.
Follow the steps outlined in the sections below to display entries from the
Internal Phone Book menu.

Finding Names

You can review all the entries stored in your Internal Phone Book or find
an entry quickly by following these simple steps:

1. From standby mode, press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Phone Book.

3. Press for Find Name. The list of names is displayed in

alphabetical order.(The Speed Dial number displays next to the
entry.)

4. Enter the first letter of the person’s name you want to find. Use the

Navigation key to scroll through the list of possible matches.
Additional letters may be entered to narrow the name matches.

Finding Entries

To find an Internal Phone Book entry by its entry number:

1. From standby mode, press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Phone Book.

3. Press for Find Entry. The list of names is displayed in numeric

order of the Speed Dial number

Internal Phone Book Entry Options

When you display an Internal Phone Book entry, the following options
are displayed. To select an option, highlight it and press

䊳 Ta lk to call the current phone number.
䊳 Add Phone # to add a phone number.
䊳 Edit to edit the current entry.
䊳 Prepend to add numbers at the beginning of an existing phone

number.

.

䊳 Erase to erase the current entry.
䊳 Name Ringer allows you to set a specific ring tone or melody to the

address book entry. When that entry calls, the set tone is played.

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Adding a Phone Number to an Internal Phone Book Entry

To add a phone number to an entry:

1. From standby mode, press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Phone Book.

3. Press for Find Name. The list of names is displayed in

alphabetical order.(The Speed Dial number displays next to the
entry.)

4. When the desired name is found, highlight it and press .

5. Press and press for Add Phone #.

6. Enter the new number using the keypad and press .

7. Select the desired Label and press .

8. Press to save the entry and return to standby mode.

Editing an Internal Phone Book Entry

To make changes to an entry:

1. From standby mode, press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Phone Book.

3. Select either for Find Name, or for Find Entry.

4. When the desired name is found, highlight it and press .

5. Press for Menu options.

6. Press for Edit.

To select an option, highlight it and press .

䊳 Phone # allows you to enter a new phone number for the entry.
䊳 Name allows you to change the name of the entry.
䊳 Entry # allows you to save in a different memory location between 1 -

180.

䊳 Set Secret hides the phone number and user information from

displaying on the screen. Instead, Secret is displayed.

䊳 Set Speed Dial allows you to choose between numbers saved in a

particular entry that will be designated as the Speed Dial number.
Only one number per entry can be set to Speed Dial.

Phone Book

Internal

Note: “Default” means the global ringer selected for all incoming calls will

be played.

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Dialing Sprint PCS Services

You must be in digital mode to access Sprint PCS Services.

To dial a service:

1. From standby mode, press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Phone Book.

3. Press for Services.

4. Highlight Account Info, Customer Care, Dir Assist, or Prepaid
SVC and press .

5. Press .

My Sprint PCS Phone Number

To display your phone number:

1. From standby mode, press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Phone Book.

3. Press for My Phone#.

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Changing Your Phone’s Settings

In This Section

䊳 Changing the Greeting

䊳 Adjusting the Volume

䊳 Ringer Types

䊳 Selecting Ringer Types

䊳 Changing the Contrast and Backlight Setting

Phone’s Settings

11

Changing Your

his section describes how you can change your phone’s settings to best
suit your requirements. Take a few moments to review these options

and add or adjust the settings that are right for you.

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Changing the Greeting

The greeting can be up to 12 characters and is displayed on the first line
of your phone’s display screen in standby mode.

To change your greeting:

1. From standby mode, press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Setup/Tool.

3. Press for Display.

4. Press for Greeting.

5. Press for at least two seconds to erase the existing greeting.

6. Press to display the text entry modes. Highlight the desired mode

and press

7. Type in the new greeting and press .

to select.

Setting the Language of your Phone

Your phone can display all menus and messages in either Spanish or
English; all verbal prompts will also be spoken by the phone in the
selected language. It’s quick, easy and very convenient for bilingual
families or friends. To change the language of your phone:

1. From the Main Menu press for Setup/Tool.

2. Press for Language.

3. Scroll to highlight English or Spanish.

4. When the desired option displays, press .

Adjusting the Ringer Volume

To adjust the ringer volume:

1. From standby mode, press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Sounds.

3. Press for Ringer Volume. The following options display: Calls,
Messages and/or Alarms

4. Select the desired option and press .

5. Scroll to the desired Ringer Volume, and press .

Tip: You can use the volume control keys located on the side of the phone

to adjust the ringer volume in standby mode or the voice volume during a
call.

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Ringer Types

Ringer types help you identify incoming calls and messages. You can
assign Ringer Types to individual Internal Phone Book entries, calls and
messages.

䊳 Preprogrammed Ringers include a variety of standard ringer types

Phone’s Settings

Changing Your

and familiar music.

䊳 Vibrating Ringer alerts you to answer calls or messages without

disturbing others.

Selecting Ringer Types for Voice Calls

To select a ringer type for voice calls:

1. From standby mode, press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Sounds.

3. Press for Ringer Type.

4. Press for Voice Calls.

5. Select either with with Caller ID or no Caller ID, and press .

6. Listen to the available Ringer Types and press to select.

Tip: If your ringer is set to vibrate or Off, you can review the ringer types

but will not hear them.

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Selecting Ringer Types for Messages

To select a ringer type for messages:

1. From standby mode, press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Sounds.

3. Press for Ringer Type.

4. Press for Messages.

5. Select Voicemail, Page, or Text and press .

6. Listen to the available Ringer Types, and press to select. For

information on downloadable ringers, see "Selecting Ringer Types
for Voice Calls" on page 67).

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Selecting Ringer Types for Alarms

To select a ringer type for alarms:

1. From standby mode, press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Sounds.

3. Press for Ringer Type.

4. Press for Alarms.

5. Listen to the available Ringer Types, and press to select.

Changing the Backlight Time Length

The backlight setting lets you select how long the display screen and
keypad are backlit after any key press is made.

To change the backlight setting:

1. From standby mode, press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Setup/Tool.

3. Press for Display.

4. Press for Backlight.

5. Select from the following options:

䊳 30 Seconds
䊳 8 Seconds
䊳 Off

6. Press to save and exit.

Note: Long backlight settings affect the battery’s talk and standby times.

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Changing the Contrast

To adjust the contrast on the phone’s display:

1. From standby mode, press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Setup/Tool.

3. Press for Display.

Phone’s Settings

Changing Your

4. Press for Contrast.

5. Select a setting from Lowest, Low, Med, High, or Highest and

press

to select.

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Setting Your Phone’s Security

In This Section

䊳 Accessing the Security Menu

䊳 Locking Your Phone

䊳 Unlocking Your Phone

Your Phone’s

Security

䊳 Restricting Calls

䊳 Using Special Numbers

y using the security setting on your Sprint PCS® phone, you receive
peace of mind without sacrificing flexibility. With several options

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Accessing the Security Menu

You must enter your lock code to view the Security menu. If you forget
your lock code, try using the last four digits of your Social Security
number, the last four digits of your phone Number, or “0000”.

To access the Security menu:

1. From standby mode, press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Setup/Tools.

3. Press for Security.

4. Enter your lock code, and the Security menu displays.

Locking Your Phone

When your phone is locked, you can only receive incoming calls or make
calls to 911, Sprint PCS Customer Care or special numbers.

To lock your phone:

1. Access the Security menu.

2. Press for Lock Phone. The available options are:

䊳 Unlocked
䊳 On Power-Up
䊳 Lock Now

3. Select Lock Now and press .

Unlocking Your Phone

To unlock your phone:

1. Access the Security menu.

2. Press for Lock Phone.

3. Select Unlock and press .

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

your Social Security number or Sprint PCS Phone Number or try 0000. If
none of these work, call Sprint PCS Customer Care at 1-888-211-4PCS (4727).

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Changing the Lock Code

To change your lock code:

1. Access the Security menu.

2. Press for Change Lock. Your Lock Code number displays.

3. Enter a new Lock Code number (this will override your original

lock code number), and press

.

Calling in Lock Mode

You can place calls to 911 and to your special numbers when in lock
mode.

To place an outgoing call in lock mode:

䊳 To call an emergency number, special number, or

Sprint PCS Customer Service, enter the phone number and press

.

䊳 To place normal outgoing calls. Press to display the lock code

screen, enter the lock code. Enter the phone number, and press
to complete the call.

Using Special Numbers

You can hide up to three phone numbers that require your lock code to
make them “special.”

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All three special numbers can be manually dialed at any time, even when
your phone is locked.

To make a number special:

1. From standby mode, press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Setup/Tool.

3. Press for Security.

4. Enter the phone’s lock code, the Security menu displays.

5. Press for Special #.

6. Select an available space and press , or just enter the space’s

number. Enter the phone number, and press

.

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Erasing Special Numbers

To erase a special number:

1. Access the Security menu.

2. Press for Special #.

3. Select the number that you wish to erase, and press .

4. Press to erase the number, and press .

Erasing the Internal Phone Book

You can erase all the numbers stored in your Internal Phone Book. This
is useful if you want to loan, or give your phone to a friend or family
member.

To erase your Internal Phone Book:

1. Access the Security menu.

2. Press for ErasePhonebook.

3. Press .

If you do not wish to erase your Internal Phone Book, press to
return to the previous menu.

Resetting Your Phone

Resetting your phone returns all setup options to the factory’s default
settings. All of your important personal data (Internal Phone Book, Voice
Recordings), are unaffected by resetting your phone.

To reset your phone:

1. Access the Security menu.

2. Press for Reset Phone.

3. Press .

4. Press again to confirm and reset the phone to the factory

defaults.

The phone reboots (turns itself off and back On), restores the default
settings, such as ringers, erases your messages and then returns to
standby mode.

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Personal Information
Management

In This Section

䊳 Adding an Event to the Scheduler

䊳 Event Alerts

䊳 Adding a Call Alarm to the Scheduler

䊳 Adding To Do Items

䊳 Viewing the Scheduler Calendar

Personal

Information

our Sprint PCS® Phone has been equipped with several personal

information management features to help you manage your busy
lifestyle. These features turn your phone into a time management planner
that helps you keep up with your contacts, schedules and commitments. It
takes productivity to a whole new level.

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Accessing the Scheduler

Your scheduler helps organize your time and reminds you of important
events.

How To Access Your Scheduler

1. From standby mode, press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Calendar.

3. Scroll to highlight an option. The available options are:

䊳 Today
䊳 Month View
䊳 Jump To Date
䊳 Task List
䊳 Countdown
䊳 Alarm Clock
䊳 Set Time

4. Press to open the selected option.

Calendar

Calendar functions allow you to schedule personal events and view them
in an easily read calendar format. These functions are also available to
you when you are talking on your phone.

Toda y

Allows you to schedule events for today, that will automatically appear on
your “Today” events schedule for that day. You can schedule up to nine
events for the current day with each event’s start and end time. You can
even have your phone alert you before an event starts.

Month View

Month View allows you to view a calendar of the current month, a past
month, or a future month. In Month View, the current date is highlighted
on the calendar. Days with scheduled events are underlined. When in
Month View, the navigation keys work like this:

䊳 Moving the scroll left or right allows the calendar to be moved

backward or forward a day.

䊳 Moving the scroll up or down moves the calendar by one week.

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䊳 Pressing the volume keys up or down allows the calendar to move

month to month.

Jump To Date

Jump To Date allows you to specify the calendar date you want to view.
Arriving at the desired date, you can enter, edit, and/or erase events in
your calendar.

Task List

Allows you to compile a list of items to be completed. Your phone can
store and manage 10 “Task List” items.

Countdown

Countdown allows you to find out how much time will elapse between
the time entered and an event scheduled.

䊳 Press the correct volume key to scroll between A.M. or P.M. or press

for A.M., or for P.M.

䊳 Countdowns can be entered for dates between the years 1980 and

2099.

Alarm Clock

Your phone has an alarm clock with three separate alarms. Each alarm
can be set once, or daily at a programmed time.

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Set Time

Your phone keeps the time and date directly from the
Sprint PCS system while inside the Sprint PCS Service Area. If you roam
outside of the Sprint PCS Service Area, or turn on your phone in an
analog roaming area, you’ll need to set the time manually.

When you turn on your phone in Analog Mode you will be prompted to
enter the current date and time. Press the appropriate keys to enter the
correct date and time in a numeric mode. Time is represented as hh:mm
A/P and the date is represented as DD/MM/YYYY.

To Set Time using the menu options

1. From standby mode, press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Calendar.

3. Press for Set Current.

Tip: Use the numeric keys to enter the current time and date.

Adding New Events

1. From standby mode, press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Calendar.

3. Press for Tod ay.

4. Press for input mode options T9 (English), Alpha, Symbol, and
Number. Select an option and press to activate.

5. Enter the event’s title or name information. You can enter up to 32

characters. For more information on Text and Symbol Entry refer to
"Selecting a Character Input Mode" on page 47. The default entry
mode is T9 (English).

6. Press to continue to the Next Step.

7. Enter the start time and move the scroll key down once to move to

the date field. Enter the date, and press

8. Enter the end time and move the scroll key down once to move to the

date field. Enter the date if different from what is shown, and press

.

.

9. Scroll to select the alarm option of choice, and press . The

options are:

30 min Before.

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10 min Before, On time, No Alarm, 1 hour Before, or

Tip: Use the volume control keys to scroll by month through the Calendar,

or scroll up or down to view by week.

10. Press .

䊳 Notice the heading “Event” at the top of the display screen. This

informs you of how many events you have scheduled for the day and
the number of the event you are displaying.

11. Press and hold to return to the Calendar.

Viewing an Event

The Event screen displays the number of events listed for the current day.
Scroll through the other events. If no events are scheduled, you will be
prompted to add a new event.

Editing an Event

1. From standby mode, press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Calendar.

3. Press for Tod ay.

4. Select an existing event, and press .

5. Press to edit that event, and continue to press until the

information you want to edit displays. Enter the new information
over the old, then press

. (If you are editing an alarm, scroll to

the “New” option.)

6. Press until “Saved” is displayed.

7. Press to return to the Calendar.

Erasing an Event

1. From standby mode, press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Calendar.

3. Press for Tod ay.

4. Scroll to highlight an existing event, press and press , to

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erase. You are given the option to enter a new event. If you do not
wish to enter a new event, press and hold

Calendar.

to return to the

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Alarm Clock

Note: Default alarm times are 10 minutes for Meetings, Events and Dining

Appointments, 24 hours for Special Occasions and zero minutes for Call
Alarms.

Your phone has an Alarm Clock feature with three separate alarms. Each
alarm can be set once, or daily at a programmed time of your choosing.

To set the Alarm Clock:

1. From standby mode, press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Calendar.

3. Press for Alarm Clock.

4. Scroll to highlight Alarm #1, #2, or #3, and press , or select the

number next to desired alarm

5. Select Daily or No Repeat for the alarm, and press .

6. Enter the date and time for the alarm. Use the volume keys on the

side of the phone to select AM. or P.M., or press

.

for A.M., or

for P.M. Note that no date setting is available for a Daily

alarm.

7. Press .

Editing or Erasing a Programmed Alarm

1. Repeat steps 1 through 3 above.

2. Scroll to highlight the Alarm # you wish to set and press . The

following options display:

3. Press to select Edit. Choose either Daily or No Repeat and

Edit, Erase or Exit.

enter a new date and time. Use the volume keys on the side of the
phone to select A.M. or P.M. or press
Press

. Your phone returns to the Alarm menu displaying the

for A.M., or for P.M.

date and time of each alarm that is set.

4. Press to Erase. This erases the alarm and returns you to the
Alarm menu.

5. Press to Exit and return to the previous menu.

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Using the Voice Services of
Your Sprint PCS Phone

In This Section

䊳 Using Voice-Activated Dialing

his section explains the features associated with your phone’s

Voice Services. The easy-to-follow instructions explain how to make
calls or go to a menu by simply speaking a command. You’ll also learn how
to record memos and personal ringers.

Voice Services

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Section 14

Using Voice-Activated Dialing

Your phone features voice-activated dialing. You can call up to 10 stored
entries by speaking the individual’s or company’s name into the
microphone. Using the voice-activated dialing option requires that you
first program the phone to recognize the name of the individual or
company you are calling.

Tips on recording names

䊳 Avoid recording similar names phonetically. If you record a name

similar to one that is already stored in a voice-dial memory, the
phone requests another name.

䊳 Avoid recording in a noisy place.
䊳 Speak clearly and naturally.
䊳 Avoid very long or very short names. Names with two to five syllables

are recommended.

䊳 If a voice dial entry does not properly connect, you may need to

record the name and number again.

Note: Record Voice Dial tags in a quiet environment and without the aid of

an accessory (for example, a headset or hands-free car kit).

Programming the Phone for Voice Dialing

Programming your phone for voice activated dialing is easy. The phone
provides voice prompts and screen displays to guide you through the
recording process. To program the phone for voice activated dialing:

1. From the Main Menu press for Voice Dial.

2. Press for Record. The phone will prompt you to say the name

you want to program.

3. Wait for the beep and then say the name. For best results, use names

with at least two syllables, or use both a first and last name. The
phone stores the name as a “first” sample, and then prompts you to
say the name again.

4. Respond to the prompt by repeating the name after the beep exactly

as you did the first time. The phone stores the name as a second
sample and then requests the phone number.

5. Enter the phone number on the keypad.

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6. To store the phone number, press . The number you entered

displays, along with the notification ‘Recorded’. If the number you
entered matches a name/number already stored in your Internal
Phone Book, then the name also displays.

7. The screen then returns to the Voice Dial menu.

Placing a Call Using Voice Dial

To place a call if Voice Dial is inactive:

1. Press and hold down the key.

2. At the voice prompt, say the name into the phone.

䊳 The phone automatically places the call if it recognizes the name.
䊳 If the phone does not recognize the name, it says, Who would you

like to call?

䊳 If the phone is unable to recognize the name after two attempts, it

The name cannot be recognized and displays Cannot

says,

recognize name. Please check name. The phone returns

again and displays Locating Name.

automatically to standby mode, and you can try the call again later.

Reviewing Voice Dial Entries

To review Voice Dial entries:

1. From the Main Menu press for Voice Dial.

2. Press for Review. A list of your stored voice dial numbers

display, (the names also display if stored in the Internal Phone
Book).

3. Press the associated key to select the desired entry, or scroll to the

desired entry and press
can scroll through entries without having to listen to each one, or
you can listen to them all as they play in order.

. The recorded name plays audibly. You

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4. Press to return to the previous screen.

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Erasing Voice Dial Entries

To erase an individual Voice Dial entry:

1. From the Main Menu press for Voice Dial.

2. Press for Review. A list of entries are displayed.

3. Press the associated key to select the desired entry, or scroll to

highlight the desired entry, and press
audibly and you are prompted with

4. Press to Erase that entry.

. The recorded name plays

“OK: Erase”.

To erase all Voice Dial entries:

1. From the Main Menu press for Voice Dial.

2. Press for Erase All. You are given a confirmation screen and a

confirmation voice prompt.

3. Press to Erase all Voice Dial entries or to return to the

previous screen.

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Games

In This Section

䊳 Flying Tight

䊳 Run for Money

y now you’ve discovered the great features that come with your phone.

Now it’s time to experience the fun of playing games on your phone.

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Flying Tight

In Flying Tight you must pilot your ship by different obstacles avoiding
any collisions along the way. You can pick up a force field to help protect
your ship from receiving too much damage. If too much damage is
sustained, your ship is destroyed and you must start a new game. The
further you fly, the more points you receive. If you receive enough points,
you are awarded an extra ship.

To access Flying Tight:

1. Press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Games.

3. Press for Flying Tight.

Playing Instructions

Keys Action

2 or

8 or

Moves the ship “UP”

Moves the ship “Down”

Starts the game

Displays the “How to Play” screen

Ends the game

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Run For Money

In Run For Money, you skate along the roadway and collect the money
sacks by running over them. Be careful to avoid the traffic or else you will
loose your collected money sacks. Each level has a goal reflecting the
number of money sacks that must be collected before proceeding on to

Games

the next level. If the goal is not met, the game is over.

To access Run For Money:

1. Press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Games.

3. Press for Run For Money.

Playing Instructions

Keys Action

2 or

8 or

Moves you “UP”

Moves you “Down”

Starts the game

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Displays the “How to Play” screen

Ends the game

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Calculator

In This Section

䊳 Accessing the Calculator

䊳 Performing Simple Calculations

aving a calculator handy is not only convenient, but practical. This
easy to use calculator makes figuring out simple math equations a

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Calculator

breeze.

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Accessing the Calculator

The calculator allows you to perform basic mathematical calculations
using your phone. Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
can be performed.

To access the calculator:

1. Press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Setup/Tool.

3. Press for Calculator.

Performing a simple Calculations

1. Press for Main Menu.

2. Press for Setup/Tool.

3. Press for Calculator.

4. Using the keypad, enter the first number of the calculation.

5. Press the Navigation key up or down to scroll through the different

mathematical signs.

6. When the desired sign is displayed, enter the second number of the

calculation.

7. Press to view the results.

Note: Perform steps 5 and 6 again to perform additional calculations.

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Selecting Your Accessories

In This Section

䊳 Overview of Available Accessories for your Phone

䊳 How to Order

e offer a variety of accessories for your new phone. Choose from
chargers, batteries and hands-free devices – all designed to give you

more flexibility and convenience.

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Accessory Options

Standard Battery

The standard battery provides approximately up to 2 hours of continuous
talk time in digital mode and up to 1 hour of continuous talk time in
analog mode or up to 192 hours of continuous standby time in digital
mode and up to 15 hours continuous standby time in analog mode. The
battery charges in about 4 hours using any of the charging accessories
available with this phone.

Vehicle Lighter Charger

You can charge your phone (even during a call) in your vehicle.

Hands-Free Car Kit

Allows you to operate your phone hands-free so you can drive safely. It
also charges the phone’s battery.

Travel Adapter

Compact and lightweight, this is a convenient way to charge your phone
while on the road.

Leather Case

Made from high quality leather, this case provides durability and
convenience while using your phone.

How To Order

Most Sprint PCS Accessories found at local Sprint PCS Centers can also be
purchased through the Sprint PCS Accessory Hotline
974-ACC1 (2221) or

SM

by calling 1-800-

from your phone. Next
day delivery is offered in select areas. You can also visit our web site at
www.sprintpcs.com.

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Knowing Performance
and Safety Guidelines

In This Section

䊳 Getting the Most Out of Your Reception

䊳 Maintaining Safe Use and Access to Your Phone

䊳 Caring for the Battery

䊳 Acknowledging Special Precautions and the FCC Notice

art of getting the most out of your Sprint PCS PhoneTM is knowing
where and how it works at optimum efficiency. This section outlines

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performance and safety guidelines that ensure you experience the full
quality your Sprint PCS Phone was designed to give you.

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Getting the Most Out of Your Reception

Keeping Tabs on Signal Strength

The quality of each call you make or receive depends on the signal strength in your
area. Your phone informs you of the current strength by displaying a number of bars
next to the signal strength icon. The more bars displayed, the stronger the signal. If
you’re inside a building, being near a window may give you better reception.

Understanding Power Save Feature

If your phone is unable to find a signal after 15 minutes of searching, a Power Save
feature is automatically activated. If your phone is on, it periodically rechecks service
availability or you can check yourself by pressing any key. Anytime the Power Save
feature is activated, a message displays on the screen. When a signal is found, your
phone returns to Standby mode.

Understanding How Your Phone Operates

Your phone is basically a radio transmitter and receiver. When it’s turned on, it
receives and transmits radio frequency (RF) signals. When you use your phone, the
system handling your call controls the power level. This power can range from 0.006
watts to 0.2 watts in digital mode.

Knowing Radio Frequency Safety

The design of your Sprint PCS Phone complies with updated NCRP standards
described below.

In 1991-92, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and the
American National Standards Institute (ANSI) joined in updating ANSI’s 1982
standard for safety levels with respect to human exposure to RF signals. More than
120 scientists, engineers and physicians from universities, government health
agencies and industries developed this updated standard after reviewing the available
body of research. In 1993, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted
this updated standard in a regulation. In August 1996, the FCC adopted hybrid
standard consisting of the existing ANSI/IEEE standard and the guidelines published
by the National Council of Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP).

Maintaining Your Phone’s Peak Performance

There are several simple guidelines to operating your phone properly and
maintaining safe, satisfactory service.

䊳 The phone contains a fixed antenna. Do not hold or block the antenna while

using the phone.

䊳 Don’t use the phone if the antenna is damaged.
䊳 Speak directly into the mouthpiece.

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䊳 Avoid exposing your phone and accessories to rain or liquid spills. If your phone

does get wet, immediately turn the power off and remove the battery. If it’s
inoperable, return it to a Sprint PCS Center or call Sprint PCS Customer Care for
service.

Note: For the best care of your phone, only Sprint PCS authorized personnel should

service your phone and accessories. Faulty service may void the warranty.

Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS
PERSONAL INJURY AND POSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGE

Using Your Phone While Driving

Talking on the phone while driving (or operating the phone without a hands-free
device) is prohibited in some jurisdictions. Laws vary as to specific restrictions.
Remember that safety always comes first.

When using your phone in the car:

䊳 Get to know your phone and its features, such as speed dial and redial.
䊳 When available, use a hands-free device.
䊳 Position your phone within easy reach.
䊳 Let the person you are speaking to know you are driving; if necessary, suspend

the call in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions.

䊳 Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while driving.
䊳 Dial sensibly and assess the traffic; if possible, place calls when you are not

moving or before pulling into traffic.

䊳 Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may divert your

attention from the road.

䊳 Dial to report serious emergencies. It’s free from your

wireless phone.

䊳 Use your phone to help others in emergencies.
䊳 Call roadside assistance or a special non-emergency wireless number when

necessary.

Tip: Purchase an optional Hands-Free Car Kit.

Following Safety Guidelines

To operate your phone safely and efficiently, always follow any special regulations in
a given area. Turn your phone off in areas where use is forbidden or when it may
cause interference or danger.

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Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices

Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio frequency (RF) signals.
However, RF signals from wireless phones may affect inadequately shielded electronic
equipment.

RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic
operating and entertainment systems in motor vehicles. Check with the
manufacturer or its representative to determine if these systems are adequately
shielded from external RF signals. Also check with the manufacturer regarding any
equipment that has been added to your vehicle.

Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices, such as pacemakers and
hearing aids, to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF signals.

Note: Always turn off the phone in health care facilities and request permission before

using the phone near medical equipment.

Turning Off Your Phone Before Flying

Turn off your phone before boarding any aircraft. To prevent possible interference
with aircraft systems, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations
require you to have permission from a crew member to use your phone while the
plane is on the ground. To prevent any risk of interference, FCC regulations prohibit
using your phone while the plane is in the air.

Turning Off Your Phone in Dangerous Areas

To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn off your phone when in a blasting
area or in other areas with signs indicating that two-way radios should be turned off.
Construction crews often use remote-control RF devices to set off explosives.

Turn off your phone when you’re in any area that has a potentially explosive
atmosphere. Although it’s rare, your phone or its accessories could generate sparks.
Sparks could cause an explosion or a fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.
These areas are often, but not always, clearly marked. They include:

䊳 Fueling areas such as gas stations
䊳 Below deck on boats
䊳 Fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities
䊳 Areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain, dust or metal

powders

䊳 Any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle

engine

Note: Never transport or store flammable gas, liquid or explosives in the compartment of

your vehicle that contains your phone or accessories.

Restricting Children’s Access to Your Phone

Your Sprint PCS Phone is not a toy. Children should not be allowed to play with it
because they could hurt themselves and others, damage the phone or make calls that
increase your phone bill.

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Caring for the Battery

Protecting Your Battery

The guidelines listed below help you get the most out of your battery’s performance.

䊳 Use only Sprint PCS-approved batteries and desktop chargers. These chargers are

designed to maximize battery life. Using other batteries or chargers voids your
warranty and may cause damage.

䊳 In order to avoid damage, charge the battery only in temperatures that range

from 32º F to 113º F (0º C to 45º C).

䊳 Don’t use the battery charger in direct sunlight or in high humidity areas, such

as the bathroom.

䊳 Never dispose of the battery by incineration.
䊳 Keep the metal contacts on top of the battery clean.
䊳 Don’t attempt to disassemble or short-circuit the battery.
䊳 The battery may need recharging if it has not been used for a long period of

time.

䊳 It’s best to replace the battery when it no longer provides acceptable

performance. It can be recharged hundreds of times before it needs replacing.

䊳 Don’t store the battery in high temperature areas for long periods of time. It’s

best to follow these storage rules:

Less than one month: 4º F to 140º F (-20º C to 60º C)
More than one month: 4º F to 113º F (-20º C to 45º C)

Disposal of Lithium Ion (LiIon) Batteries

For safe disposal options of your LiIon batteries, contact your nearest Sprint PCS­authorized service center.

Special note: Be sure to dispose of your battery properly. In some areas, the
disposal of batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited.

Note: For safety, do not handle a damaged or leaking LiIon battery.

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Acknowledging Special Precautions and the FCC Notice

FCC Notice

The phone may cause TV or radio interference if used in close proximity to receiving
equipment. The FCC can require you to stop using the phone if such interference
cannot be eliminated.

Vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane) must comply
with the National Fire Protection Standard (NFPA-58). For a copy of this standard,
contact the National Fire Protection Association, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA
02269, Attn: Publication Sales Division.

Cautions

Any changes or modifications to your phone not expressly approved in this document
could void your warranty for this equipment and void your authority to operate this
equipment. Only use approved batteries, antennas and chargers. The use of any
unauthorized accessories may be dangerous and voids the phone warranty if said
accessories cause damage or a defect to the phone.

Although your phone is quite sturdy, it is a complex piece of equipment and can be
broken. Avoid dropping, hitting, bending or sitting on it.

Body-Worn Operation

To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines, if you wear a handset on
your body, use the Sprint PCS supplied or approved carrying case, holster or other
body-worn accessory. If you do not use a body-worn accessory, ensure the antenna is
at least one inch (2.5 centimeters) from your body when transmitting. Use of non­Sprint PCS approved accessories may violate FCC RF exposure guidelines.

For more information about RF exposure, please visit the FCC website at www.fcc.gov.

Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) for Wireless Phones

The SAR is a value that corresponds to the relative amount of RF energy absorbed in
the head of a user of a wireless handset.

The SAR value of a phone is the result of an extensive testing, measuring and
calculation process. It does not represent how much RF the phone emits. All phone
models are tested at their highest value in strict laboratory settings. But when in
operation, the SAR of a phone can be substantially less that the level reported to the
FCC. This is because of a variety of factors including its proximity to a base station
antenna, phone design and other factors. What is important to remember is that each
phone meets strict federal guidelines. Variations in SARs do not represent a variation
in safety.

All phones must meet the federal standard, which incorporates a substantial margin
of safety. As stated above, variations in SAR values between different model phones do
not mean variations in safety. SAR values at or below the federal standard of 1.6 W/kg
are considered safe for use by the public.

FCC Radio Frequency Emission
This phone meets the FCC Radio Frequency Emission Guidelines. FCC ID number:

A3LSPHN240. More information on the phone’s SAR can be found from the

following FCC website: http://www.fcc.gov/oet/fccid

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Owner's Record

The model number, regulatory number and serial number are located on a
nameplate inside the battery compartment. Record the serial number in the space
provided below. This will be helpful if you need to contact us about your phone in the
future.

Model:
Serial No.:

User Guide Proprietary Notice

CDMA Technology is licensed by QUALCOMM Incorporated under one or more of the
following patents:

4,901,307 5,109,390 5,267,262 5,416,797
5,506,865 5,544,196 5,657,420 5,101,501
5,267,261 5,414,796 5,504,773 5,535,239
5,600,754 5,778,338 5,228,054 5,337,338
5,710,784 5,056,109 5,568,483 5,659,569
5,490,165 5,511,073
T9 Text Input is licensed by Tegic Communications and is covered by U.S. Pat.

5,818,437, U.S. Pat. 5,953,541, U.S. Pat. 6,011,554 and other patents pending.

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