Sprint Nextel SCP-3200 User Manual

Phone User Guide

SprintVision® Phone
SCP-3200 by SANYO®

www.sprint.com

© 2007 SprintNextel. All rights reserved. SPRINT, the NEXTEL name and
logo, and other trademarks are trademarks of Sprint Nextel. SANYO is a
registered trademark of SANYO Electric Co., Ltd.

Table of Contents

Welcome to Sprint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ii

Your Phone’s Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iv

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

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

Getting Started With SprintService . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Setting Up Your Voicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Sprint Account Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Section 2: Using Your Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

2A. Phone Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

FrontView of Your Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Viewing the Display Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Features of Your Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Turning Your Phone On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Using Your Phone’s Battery and Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Navigating Through Phone Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Displaying Your Phone Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Making and Answering Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Entering Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

2B. Controlling Your Phone’s Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Sound Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Display Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Location Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Messaging Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Airplane Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

TTY Use With SprintService . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

Phone Setup Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

Wireless Backup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

2C. Setting Your Phone’s Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81

Accessing the Security Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

Using Your Phone’s Lock Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

Restricting Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

Using Special Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85

Erasing Phone Content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

Resetting the Browser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87

Resetting Favorites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87

Resetting Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

Resetting Your Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

Resetting Your Picture Mail Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

Resetting and Locking Your Phone Through SMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

Security Features for SprintVision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

Using the Parental Control Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

2D. Controlling Your Roaming Experience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94

Understanding Roaming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95

Setting Your Phone’s Roam Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98

Using Call Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99

Using Data Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

2E. Managing Call History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101

Viewing History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102

Call History Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103

Making a Call From Call History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104

Saving a Phone Number From Call History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105

Prepending a Phone Number From Call History . . . . . . . . . . . . .106

Erasing Call History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106

2F. Using Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107

Adding a New Contacts Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108

Assigning a Group Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109

Finding Contacts Entries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

Contacts Entry Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111

Editing a Contacts Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112

Erasing a Contacts Entry From the List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112

Assigning Speed Dial Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113

Assigning an Image to a Contacts Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114

Selecting a Ringer Type for an Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115

Secret Contacts Entries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116

Dialing SprintServices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117

2G. Using the Phone’s Calendar and Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118

Using Your Phone’s Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119

Using the Call Alarm Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123

Using Your Phone’s Alarm Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126

Using Your Phone’s Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127

Personal Information Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130

2H. Using Your Phone’s Voice Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131

Using Voice-Activated Dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132

Managing Voice Memos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134

Setting Up Screen Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138

2I. Using SprintReady Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141

Getting Started With SprintReady Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142

Making and Receiving a Sprint Ready Link Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144

Adding and Editing Ready Link Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152

Erasing Ready Link ListEntries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157

Updating Sprint Ready Link Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159

Managing SprintReady Link Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159

2J. Using the Built-in Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163

Taking Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164

Using the Settings & Info Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171

Storing Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .173

Sending Sprint Picture Mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .176

Managing Sprint Picture Mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .179

2K. Using Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .183

Turning Bluetooth On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .184

Using the Bluetooth Settings Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .185

Bluetooth Profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .188

Pairing Bluetooth Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .189

Using the Trusted List Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .190

Sending Data via Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .191

Section 3: Sprint Service Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .193

3A. Sprint Service Features: The Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .194

Using Voicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .195

Using SMS Text Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .203

Using SMS Voice Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .207

Making a Three-Way Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .209

Using Caller ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .210

Responding to Call Waiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211

Using Call Forwarding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212

3B. Sprint Vision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213

SprintVision Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .214

Getting Started With SprintVision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .215

Accessing Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .221

Downloading Premium Services Content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225

Exploring the Web . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .229

Using Your Phone as a Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .235

SprintVision FAQs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .237

3C. Sprint Voice Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .239

Getting Started With SprintVoice Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .240

Creating Your Own Address Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .241

Making a Call With Sprint Voice Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .242

Accessing Information Using Sprint Voice Command . . . . . . . .243

Section 4: Safety and Warranty Information . . . . . . . .245

4A. Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .246

General Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .247

Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone . . . . . . . . . .248

Using Your Phone With a Hearing Aid Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .250

Caring for the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .252

Radio Frequency (RF) Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .253

Owner’s Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .256

Phone Guide Proprietary Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .256

4B. Manufacturer’s Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .257

Manufacturer’s Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .258

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .261

Welcome to Sprint

Sprint and Nextel have come together offering you more
choice and flexibility to do whatever you want, whenever you
want.

This powerful combination brings you access to more
products, more services, and more of what you need to do
more of what you want. Welcome to a future full of
possibility. Welcome to the new Sprint.

Welcome and thank you for choosing Sprint.

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Introduction

This Phone User Guideintroduces you to Sprint service and
all the features of your new phone. It’s divided into four
sections:

l Section 1: Getting Started

l Section 2: Using Your Phone

l Section 3: Sprint Service Features

l Section 4: Safety and Warranty Information

Throughout this guide, you’ll find tips that highlight special
shortcuts and timely reminders to help you make the most
of your new phone and service. The Table of Contents and
Index will also help you quickly locate specific information.

You’ll get the most out of your phone if you read each section.
However, if you’d liketo get right to a specific feature, simply
locate that section in the Table of Contents and go directly to
that page. Follow the instructions in that section, and you’ll
be ready to use your phone in no time.

Phone
Guide
Note:

Because of updates in phone software, this printed
guide may not be the mostcurrent version for your
phone.Visit w

Wireless

user guide.

ww.sprint.com and log on to

to access the most recent version of the phone

MySprint

WARNING

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Please refer to the Important Safety Information
section on page 246 to learn about information that
will help you safely use your phone. Failure to read
and follow the Important Safety Information in this
phone guide may result in serious bodily injury,
death, or property damage.

Want to keep track of
your minutes?

It’s easy to check right
from your phone!

You’ll hear a summary of your service plan minutes and
the minutes remaining in your current billing cycle, along
with your phone’s individual usage if you’re on a shared
plan. You’ll also hear a summary of your account balance
and your most recent payment information.

From the Sprint Vision Home Page, select My Account
(Option 0). You’ll see many helpful categories including
Payment Due, Current Usage, and Plan Overview. Select a
topic to display the latest information.

Dial

Use Your Phone’s Web Browser

Note

Reported minutes and balances are estimates only. Please
consult your Sprint invoice for actual minutes used.

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Your Phone’s Menu

The following table outlines your phone’s menu struc ture. For
more information about using your phone’s menus, see
“Navigating Through Phone Menus”on page 25.

1: MISSED ALERTS

2: CALL HISTORY

1: OUTGOING
2: INCOMING
3: MISSED
4: RECENT CALLS
5: ERASE HISTORY

1: Outgoing 2: Incoming 3: Missed
4: Recent Calls 5: All

3: CONTACTS

1: FIND/ADDENTRY
2: GROUP
3: SPEED DIAL #S
4: MY NAME CARD
5: WIRELESS BACKUP

1: Subscribe (sign-out state)/Unsubscribe (sign-in state)
2: Alert 3: Learn More 4:

6: SERVICES

1: Customer Service 2: Dir Assistance 3: Account Info
4: Sprint Operator 5: Voice Command

View Status (sign-in state only)

4: MESSAGING

1: SEND MESSAGE

1: Text 2: Picture 3: VoiceSMS

2: TEXT

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3: PIC. MAIL
4: VOICESMS
5: IM & EMAIL
6: CHAT &DAT IN G
7: VOICEMAIL

1: Call Voicemail 2: Call:Speaker On 3: Details
4: Clear Count

8: SETTINGS

1: Notification 2: PresetMsgs 3: Text
4: VoiceSMS

5: MY CONTENT

1: GAMES

1: Get New 2: My ContentManager

2: RINGERS

1: Get New 2: My ContentManager

3: SCREEN SAVERS

1: Get New 2: My ContentManager

4: APPLICATIONS

1: Get New 2: My ContentManager

5: IM & EMAIL

1: Get New 2: My ContentManager

6: CALL TONES

6: PICTURES

1: CAMERA

Press Options(right softkey) and press the navigation key up and down to display
the following options:

1: Picture Mode

1: Normal 2: Beach/Snow 3: Scenery
4: Night/Dark 5: Soft Focus

2: Zoom

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3: Self-Timer

1: Off 2: 10 Seconds 3: 5 Seconds

4: Fun Tools

1: Multiple Shots 2: Stitch Shot 3: Fun Frames
4: Color Tone

5: Image Controls

1: Brightness 2: White Balance

6: Camera Settings

1: Resolution 2: Quality 3: Shutter Sound
4: Status Bar

7: Pics In Camera

8: Key Guidance

9: User Settings

2: MY PICTURES

1: In Camera 2: SavedTo Ph.

3: ONLINE ALBUMS

1: View Albums 2: Upload

4: PRINTS BYMAIL
5: SETTINGS&INFO

1: Auto Delete 2: Status Bar 3: Slideshow Intvl
4: Account Info

7: WEB

8: TOOLS

1: VOICE MEMO

1: Record 2: List 3: Screen Call

2: BLUETOOTH
3: CALENDAR
4: ALARM CLOCK
5: COUNTDOWN
6: STOP WATCH

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7: UPDATE PHONE
8: WORLD CLOCK
9: CALCULATOR
0: PARENTAL CTRL

1: Limit Use 2: Lock Services 3: Change Lock
4: Special #s 5: EditPh. Book

9: SETTINGS

1: SOUNDS

1: Ringer Type

1: Incoming Calls 2: Ready Link 3: Voicemail
4: Messaging 5: Calendar/Alarm

2: Volume

1: Ringer 2: Advanced Ring. 3: Receiver
4: Application 5: StartUp/PwOff 6: Key Beep

3: Vibrate Type

1: Incoming Calls 2: Ready Link 3: Voicemail
4: Messaging 5: Calendar/Alarm

4: Alerts

1: Service 2: Ready Link 3: Voicemail
4: Messaging 5: Minute Beep 6: Signal Fade

5: Others

1: Tone Length 2: Tone Type 3: Start-up Tone
4: Power-off Tone 5: Voice Prompt 6: Key Press Echo

2: DISPLAY

1: Backlight

1: Main LCD 2: Key 3: Sub LCD

2: PWRsave Mode

3: Greeting

4: Background

5: Animation

1: Standby 2: Outgoing Calls 3: Service Search

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6: Incoming Calls

1: Preset 2: My Content 3: -Get New
4: In Camera 5: Saved to Ph. 6: Off

7: Screen Saver

1: Preset 2: My Content 3: -Get New
4: In Camera 5: Saved to Ph. 6: Off

8: Clock/Calendar

1: Digital Clock 1 2: Digital Clock 2 3: Digital Clock 3
4: World Clock 5: Calendar 6: Default
7: Off

9: Others

1: Font Size 2: Match AreaCode 3: Return to Idle
4: Sleep Mode

3: DATA

1: Enable Data (sign-out state)/Disable Data (sign-in state)

2: Net Guard

3: Update Profile

4: READY LINK

1: Enable/Disable

2: List Update

3: Sounds

1: Ringer Type 2: Ringer Volume 3: Vibrate Type
4: Alerts

4: Speakerphone

5: Default View

6: Floor Display

7: R-Link Guard

8: Restart

9: Help

5: WIRELESS BACKUP

1: Subscribe (sign-out state)/Unsubscribe (sign-in state)

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2: Alert

3: Learn More

4: View Status (sign-in state only)

6: LOCATION
7: BLUETOOTH

1: Enable/Disable

2: Visibility

3: Voice Priority

4: Device Name

5: Device Info

8: MESSAGING

1: Notification

2: Preset Msgs

3: Text

1: Send Callback# 2: Deliv. Receipt 3: Signature
4: Drafts Alert

4: VoiceSMS

1: Speakerphone 2: From Name 3: Conn. Alert
4: Auto Delete

9: SECURITY

1: Lock Phone

1: Unlocked 2: Lock Now 3: On Power-up

2: Picture Mail

1: Lock Pictures 2: Reset Pic. Mail

3: Erase/Reset

1: Erase Ph. Book 2: Erase Content 3: Erase Pictures
4: Erase V. Data 5: EraseVoiceTag 6: Erase Msgs
7: Reset Browser 8: ResetFavorit. 9: DefaultSetting
0: Reset Phone

4: Others

1: Change Lock 2: LimitUse 3: Special #s
4: Found Me 5: Lock Services

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0: OTHERS

1: Airplane Mode

2: Roaming

1: Set Mode 2: Call Guard 3: Data Guard

3: Text Entry

1: Auto-Capital 2: My Words 3: Inpt Language
4: Default Input 5: Auto-Space 6: T9 Settings
7: Add Word 8: Auto-Complete 9: Help

4: Any Key Answer

5: Auto Answer

1: Hands-free 2: Speakerphone

6: Open/Close Flip

1: Open 2: Close

7: Abbrev. Dial

8: Headset Mode

1: Turbo Button 2: Ringer Sound

9: TTY

10: Navigation Keys

1: Left Navigation (Web) 2: RightNavigation (Calendar)
3: Up Navigation (Send Text) 4: Down Navigation (My Content)

11: Side Key Guard

12: Set Time/Date

13: Language

1: English 2: Español

*: PHONE INFO

1: Phone#/UserID

2: Icon Glossary

3: Version

4: Advanced

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Section 1

Getting Started

Section 1A

Setting Up Service

In This Section

l Getting Started With Sprint Service (page 3)

l Setting Up Your Voicemail (page 4)

l SprintAccountPasswords (page 5)

l Getting Help (page 6)

Setting up service on your new phone is quick and easy.

This section walks you through the necessary steps to
unlock your phone, set up your voicemail, establish
passwords, and contact Sprint for assistance with your
Sprint service.

2 Section 1A: Setting Up Service

Getting Started With Sprint Service

Determining if Your Phone is Already Activated

If you purchased your phone at a Sprint Store, it is probably
activated, unlocked, and ready to use. If you received your
phone in the mail, it probably has been activated; all you need
to do is unlock it.

If your phone is not activated, please call Sprint Customer
Service at 1-888-211-4727.

Unlocking Your Phone

To unlock your phone, follow these easy steps:

1. Press to turn the phone on.

2. Select Unlock(leftsoftkey).

To select asoftkey, press the key directly below the softkey text

Note:

thatis displayed at the bottom left and bottom right of your
phone’s display screen. Softkey actions change according to
the screen you’re viewing and will not be displayed if there is
no corresponding action available.

3. Enter your four-digit lock code. (For security purposes,

the code is not visible as you type.)

If you can’t recall your lock code, try using the lastfour digits of

Tip:

your phone number. If this doesn’t work, call Sprint Customer
Service at 1-888-211-4727.

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Setting Up Your Voicemail

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

To set up your voicemail:

1. From standby mode, press and hold .

2. Follow the system prompts to:

n

Create your passcode.

n

Record your name announcement.

n

Record your greeting.

n

Choose whether to activate One-Touch Message
Access (a feature that lets you access messages
simply by pressing and holding , bypassing the
need for you to enter your passcode).

Voicemail Passcode

Note:

If you are concerned about unauthorized access to your
voicemail account, Sprintrecommends that you enable your
voicemail passcode. (Do not activate One-Touch Message
Access.)

For more information about using your voicemail, see “Using
Voicemail”on page 195.

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Sprint Account Passwords

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

AccountPassword

If you are the account owner, you’ll have an account password
to sign on to
Customer Service. Your default account password is the last
four digits of your Social Security number. If you are not the
account owner (if someone else receives the bill for your
Sprint service), you can get a sub-account password at

www.sprint.com.

Voicemail Password

You’ll create your voicemail password (or passcode) when you
set up your voicemail. See “Setting Up Your Voicemail” on
page 195 for more information on your voicemail password.

Sprint Vision Password

With your SCP-3200 by SANYO, you will be assigned a
SprintVision user name and password.

For more information, or to change your passwords, sign
on to
1-888-211-4727.

www.sprint.com and to use when calling Sprint

.com

w.sprin t

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or call Sprint Customer Service at

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Getting Help

Visit www.sprint.com

You can go online to:

v

Access your account information.

v

Check your minutes used (depending on your
Sprint service plan).

v

View and pay your bill.

v

Make your life easier by enrolling in Sprint online billing
and automatic payment.

v

Purchase accessories.

v

Shop for the latest Sprint phones.

v

View available Sprint service plans and options.

v

Learn more about the Sprint National Network and other
great products like Sprint Picture Mail, games, ringers,
screen savers, and more.

Reaching SprintCustomer Service

You can reach Sprint Customer Service many different ways:

v

Dial on your phone.

v

Sign on to your account at www.sprint.com.

v

Call us toll-free at 1-888-211-4727 (Consumer customers)
or

1-888-788-4727 (Business customers).

v

Write to us at Sprint Customer Service, P.O. Box 8077,
London, KY 40742.

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Receiving Automated Billing Information

For your convenience, your phone gives you access to billing
information on your Sprint account. This information includes
balance due, payment received, invoicing cycle, and an
estimate of the number of minutes used since your last
invoicing cycle.

To access automated billing information:

©

Press .

This service may not be available in all Affiliate areas.

Note:

Sprint 411

Call from your phone and you’ll have
access to a variety of services and information through
Sprint 411, including residential, business, and government
listings; movie listings or showtimes; driving directions,
restaurant reservations, and major local event information.
You can get up to three pieces of information per call, and the
operator can automatically connect your call at no additional
charge.

There is a per-call charge to use Sprint 411, and you will be
billed for airtime.

To call Sprint 411:

©

Press .

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Sprint Operator Services

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

To access Sprint Operator Services:

©

Press .

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

www.sprint.com.

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Section 2

Using Your Phone

Section 2A

Phone Basics

In This Section

l FrontView of Your Phone (page 11)

l Viewing the Display Screen (page 15)

l Features of Your Phone (page 18)

l Turning Your Phone On and Off (page 20)

l Using Your Phone’s Battery and Charger (page 21)

l Navigating Through Phone Menus (page 25)

l Displaying Your Phone Number (page 26)

l Making and Answering Calls (page 27)

l Entering Text (page 43)

Your phone is packed with features thatsimplify your life
and expand your ability to stay connected to the people and
information that are important to you.

you through the basic functions and calling features of
your phone.

This section will guide

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Front View of Your Phone

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17. Softkey (right)

21. Sub LCD

4. Navigation Key

9. TALK Key

22. Side
Volume Key

6. Softkey (left)

5. MENU/OK Key

7. Ready Link/

Voice Memo Key

8. Camera Key

3. Main LCD (display)

11. Charger Jack

26. Headset
Jack

20.

LED

Indicator

19. Speaker

25. Internal
Antenna

1. Earpiece

13. SPEAKER Key

16. Side Camera Key

15. BACK Key

24. Mirror

10. Microphone

12. Keypad

23. Camera

Lens

2. Signal Strength

Indicator

14. END/POWER Key

18. Battery Strength
Indicator

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Key Functions

1. Earpiece lets you hear the caller and automated prompts.

2. Signal Strength Indicator represents the signal strength by

displaying bars. The more bars displayed, the better the
signal strength.

3. Main LCD (display) displays all the information needed to

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

4. Navigation Key allows you to scroll through menus quickly

and easily. These keys can also be reassigned to create
customized shortcuts.

5. MENU/OK Key lets you access the phone’s menus and

selects the highlighted choice when navigating through a
menu.

6. Softkey(left) lets you select softkeyactions or menu items

corresponding to the bottom left line on the Main LCD.

7. Ready Link/Voice Memo Key allowsyou to access the

Sprint Ready Link® list or Voice Memo menu.
(See “Using Sprint Ready Link”on page 141 or “Managing
Voice Memos”on page 134.)

8. Camera Key lets you access the Pictures menu and take

pictures.

9. TALKKey allowsyou to place or receive calls, answer Call

Waiting, use Three-Way Calling, or activate Voice Dial.

10. Microphone allowsother callers to hear you clearly when

you are speaking to them.

11. Charger Jack connects the phone to the phone charger

(included).

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12. Keypad lets you enter numbers, letters, and characters, and

navigate within menus. Press and hold keys 2–9 for speed
dialing.

13. SPEAKER Key lets you place or receive calls in speakerphone

mode.

14. END/POWER Key lets you turn the phone on or off, end a

call, or return to standby mode. While in the main menu, it
returns the phone to standby mode and cancels your input.
When you receive an incoming call, press to enter silent
mode and mute the ringer.

15. BACK Key deletes characters from the display in text entry

mode. When in a menu, pressing the Back key returns you
to the previous menu. This key also allows you to return to
the previous screen in a Sprint Vision session.

16. Side Camera Key lets you access the camera mode and take

pictures.

17. Softkey (right) lets you select softkey actions or menu items

corresponding to the bottom right line on the Main LCD.

18. Battery Strength Indicator represents the amount of

remaining battery charge currently available in your
phone.When all bars are displayed in the batteryicon, the
phone’s battery is fully charged. When no bars are
displayed, the phone’s battery is completely discharged.

19. Speaker lets you hear the different ringers and sounds. You

can mute the ringer when receiving incoming calls by
pressing , , or the Side Volume key. The speaker also
lets you hear the caller’s voice in speakerphone mode.

20. LED Indicator shows your phone’s connection status at a

glance.

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21. Sub LCD lets you monitor the phone’s status and see who’s

calling without opening the phone.

22. Side Volume Key allows you to adjust the ringer volume in

standby mode (with the phone open) or adjust the voice
volume during a call. The volume key can also be used to
scroll up or down to navigate through the different menu
options. Press and hold to make a voice dial or to redial with
the phone closed.

23. Camera Lens, as part of the built-in camera, lets you take

pictures.

24. Mirror allows you to see yourself while taking a

self-portrait.

25. Internal Antenna facilitates reception and transmission. To

maximize call performance, do not obstruct the internal
antenna area. (See page 27.)

26. Headset Jack allows you to plug in an optional headset for

convenient, hands-free conversations (for monaural
headset only).
into the headset jack may damage the phone.

CAUTION!Inserting an incorrect accessory

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Viewing the Display Screen

Your phone’s display screen provides a wealth of information
about your phone’s status and options. This list identifies the
symbols you’ll see on your phone’s display screen:

To view a list of your phone’s icons and descriptions, from the

Tip:

main menu select Settings > Phone Info > Icon Glossary.

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

indicates you are “roaming”off the Sprint National
Network.

means your phone cannot find a signal.

indicates a call is on hold.

tells you a call is in progress.

indicates the Sprint Ready Link service is available.

indicates the Sprint Ready Link service is available
and the speakerphone mode is set to on.

indicates the Sprint Ready Link service is unavailable.

indicates Sprint Vision/SprintReady Link connection
is active.

indicates Sprint Vision/SprintReady Link connection
is dormant.

indicates Sprint Vision/SprintReady Link connection
is disabled.

indicates you have missed voice calls.

indicates you have missed Ready Link calls.

indicates you have scheduled events or call alarms.

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indicates you have alarm clock and/or countdown
notifications.

indicates you have new SMS Voice messages.

indicates you have new text messages.

indicates you have new picture messages.

indicates you have new voicemail messages.

indicates you have urgent messages.

indicates you have two or more different types of
missed calls, scheduled events, call alarms, or alarm
clock notifications.

indicates you have a new wireless backup alert.

indicates the Bluetooth feature is enabled (blue icon).

indicates the handset is discoverable by another
Bluetooth device.

indicates the handset is connected to a Bluetooth
device (green icon).

indicates the handset is communicating with a
Bluetooth device.

indicates your access to a secure site.

indicates battery charge level (icon shown is full).
The more black you see, the more power you have left
(icon is animated while charging).

shows your battery is charging in “Power Off ”state.

indicates all the sound settings except Application
Volume are off, and the vibrate feature is set.

indicates volume level (1 to 8) with vibrate is set.

indicates 1-beep feature is set.

indicates 1-beep and vibrate feature are set.

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indicates all ringer settings are off.

indicates all ringer settings are off and the vibrate
feature is set.

indicates all the sound settings are off.

indicates the Location feature of your phone is
enabled.

indicates the Location feature of your phone is
disabled.

indicates you have a new voice message when Screen
Call is activated.

indicates the Screen Call Auto setting is on.

indicates your phone is in TTY mode.

indicates the alarm clock or countdown setting is on.

indicates the speakerphone mode is set to on.

indicates a call is in progress using the Bluetooth
device.

indicates the wired car kit device is set to on.

indicates the wired headset device is set to on.

Display indicators help you manage your roaming charges by

Note:

letting you know when you’re off the Sprint National Network
and whether you’re operating in digital or analog mode. (For
more information, see Section 2D: Controlling Your Roaming
Experience on page 94.)

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Features of Your Phone

Congratulations on the purchase of your phone. The SCP-3200
by SANYO is lightweight, easy-to-use, and reliable, and it also
offers many significant features and service options. The
following list previews some of those features and provides
page numbers where you can find out more:

v

Dual-band/tri-mode capability allows you to make and
receive calls while on the Sprint National Network and to
roam on other analog and 1900 and 800 MHz digital
networks where Sprint has implemented roaming
agreements (page 94).

v

Sprint Vision provides access to the wireless Internet in
digital mode (page 213).

v

Sprint Mail (page221), SMS Text Messaging
(page 203), and SMS Voice Messaging (page 207) provide
quick and convenient messaging capabilities.

v

Sprint Voice Command lets you dial phone numbers by
speaking someone’s name or the digits of their phone
number (page 239).

v

Games,ringers,screen savers, and other applications can
be downloaded to make your phone as unique as you are
(page 225). Additional charges may apply.

v

Your Contacts list allows you to store up to 300 entries,
with up to seven phone numbers per entry (page 37).
A separate Sprint Ready Link Contacts List (page 144)
provides easy access to up to 200 personal contacts and
200 company-provided contacts.

v

The built-in calendar offers several personal information
management features to help you manage your busy
lifestyle (page 119).

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v

Your phone is equipped with a Location feature for use in
connection with location-based services that may be
available in the future (page 62).

v

Your phone’s external LC D display allows you to monitor
the phone’s status and to see who’s calling without
opening the phone.

v

T9 Text Input lets you quickly type messages with one
keypress per letter (page 44).

v

Speed dial lets you dial phone numbers stored in your
Contacts directory with one key press (page 40).

v

Sprint Ready Link allows you to enjoy quick, two-way,
“walkie-talkie-style”communication with one or several
Sprint Ready Link users (page 141).

v

The built-in camera allows you to take full-color digital
pictures, view your pictures using the phone's display, and
instantly send them to family and friends using Sprint
Picture Mail service (page 163).

v

The built-in Bluetooth technology allows you to connect
wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices to share
information more easily than ever before (page 183).

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Turning Your Phone On and Off

Turning Your Phone On

To turn your phone on:

©

Press .

Once your phone is on, it may display “Looking for service...,”
which indicates 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 service by pressing any key (when your
phone is turned on).

The Power Savefeature helps to conserve your battery power

Tip:

when you are in an area where thereis no signal.

Turning Your Phone Off

To turn your phone off:

©

Press and hold for two seconds until you see the
powering down animation on the display screen.

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

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Using Your Phone’s Battery and Charger

WARNING

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

Sprint-approved or manufacturer-approved batteries and
accessories can be found at Sprint Stores or through your
phone’s manufacturer; or call 1-866-343-1114 to order.
They’re also available at

www.sprint.com – click the Accessories

tab and then click SprintAccessories.

Battery Capacity

Your phone is equipped with a Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery. It
allows you to recharge your battery before it is fully drained.
The battery provides up to 3.8 hours of continuous digital
talk time.

When there are approximately five minutes of talk time left,
the phone sounds an audible alert and then powers down.

Long backlight settings, searching for service, vibrate mode,

Note:

browser use, and other variables may affect the battery’s talk
and standby times.

Be sure to watch your phone’s battery level indicator and

Tip:

charge the battery before it runs out of power.

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Installing the Battery

2

3

1

3

2

1

To install the Li-Ion battery:

1. Insert the battery into the opening on the back of the

phone and gently press down.

2.

Place the battery cover into the position as indicated in the
diagram, and then slide it until you hear it snap into place.

Removing the Battery

WARNING

Do not handle a damaged or leaking Li-Ion battery as
you can be burned.

To remove your battery:

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

stored numbers or messages. Press the battery release
latch, and then slide the battery cover and remove it.

2. Use your thumbnail to lift and then remove the battery

as indicated in the diagram.

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Charging the Battery

Your phone’s Li-Ion battery is rechargeable and should be
charged as soon as possible so you can begin using your
phone.

Keeping track of your battery’s charge is important. If your
battery level becomes too low, your phone automatically
turns off, and you will lose all the information you were just
working on. For a quick check of your phone’s battery level,
glance at the battery charge indicator located in the upper­right corner of your phone’s display screen. If the battery
charge is getting too low, the battery icon ( ) appears and
the phone displays a warning message.

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

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WARNING

Using the wrong battery charger could cause damage
to your phone and void the warranty.

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Using the Phone Charger

To use the phone charger provided with your phone:

1. Plug the phone charger into a wall outlet.

2. Plug the other end of the phone charger into the charger

jack at the bottom of your phone (with the battery
installed).

n

Charging when your phone is turned on:
The battery icon appears as follows while charging.

> > > .

n

Charging when your phone is turned off:
The battery icon ( ) appears on the display while
charging.

The battery icon turns to when charging is completed.
With the Sprint-approved Li-Ion battery, you can recharge the
battery before it becomes completely run down.

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Navigating Through Phone Menus

The navigation key on your phone allows you to scroll through
menus quickly and easily. The scroll bar at the right of the
menu keeps track of your position in the menu at all times.

To navigate through a menu, simply press the navigation key
up or down. If you are in a first-level menu, such as
you may also navigate to the next or previous first-level menu
by pressing the navigation key right or left.

For a diagram of your phone’s menu, please see “Your Phone’s
Menu”on page iv.

Selecting Menu Items

As you navigate through the menu, menu options are
highlighted. In the List View, select any numbered option by
simply pressing the corresponding number on the phone’s
keypad. You may also select any item by highlighting it and
pressing .

Forexample, if you want to view your last incoming call:

1. Press to access the main menu.

2. Select Call History by pressing when using the List

View (page 58) or by highlighting it and pressing
when using the Grid View (default setting [page 58]).
(It may already be highlighted.)

3. Select Incomingby pressing or by highlighting it

and pressing . (If you have received any calls, they are
displayed on the screen.)

Settings,

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

Note:

MENU > Call History > Incoming

“Select

.”

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Backing Up Within a Menu

To go to the previous menu:

©

Press .

To return to standby mode:

©

Press .

Displaying Your Phone Number

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

To display your phone number:

©

Select > Settings > Phone Info > Phone#/UserID.
(Your phone number and other information about your
phone and account will be displayed.)

You can also display your phone number through the

Tip:

Contacts menu. Select
send your contact information using Bluetooth, select

Options

(right softkey)

To select menu options (such as Settings, above), highlightthe

Note:

option and press MENU.(If the menu options are numbered,
you may also select an option simply by pressing the
corresponding number key.)

MENU >Contacts > My Name Card

> Send Contact

.

.To

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Making and Answering Calls

Correct Incorrect

Internal Antenna

Holding Your Phone

To maximize per formance, do not obstruct the upper back
portion of your phone where the internal antenna is located
while using the phone.

Making Calls

Placing a call from your phone is as easy as making a call from
any landline phone. Just enter the number, press , and
you’re on your way to clear calls.

To make a call using your keypad:

1. Makesureyour phone is on.

2. Enter a phone number from standby mode. (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 a call when you are roaming and

Call Guard is enabled, see “Using Call Guard”on page 99.)

4. Press or close the phone when you are finished.

To redial your last outgoing call, press

Tip:

When making calls off the Sprint National Network, always
dial using 11 digits (1 + area code + phone number).

TALK

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twice.

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You can also place calls from your phone by using Sprint Voice
Command (page 239), speed dialing numbers from your
Contacts (page 40), and using your Call History listings
(page 104) and by using Voice-Ac tivated Dialing (page 132).

To place a call with the phone closed:

1. Make sure your phone is on.

2. Press and hold on the left side of the phone.

3. Follow the system prompts. (The call will be made in

speakerphone mode, unless you have a headset
attached to the phone.)

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Say the name of your registered Voice Dial entry (see the
note below).

This function is available only when the Side Key Guard

Tip:

setting is off. (See “Setting the Side Key Guard” on page 75.)

To use a Voice Dial, you must have stored Voice Dial entries.

Note:

(See “Programming Voice Dial Tags” on page 133.)

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Dialing Options

Dialing options are displayed when you press Options (right
softkey) after entering numbers in the phone’s standby mode.

To selec t an option, highlight it and press .

v

Abbrev. Dial to use Ph.Book Match or Prepend feature. (See
“Using Abbreviated Dialing”on page 41 and “Setting
Abbreviated Dialing”on page 77.)

v

Call to dial the phone number.

v

Call: Speaker On to dial the phone number in
speakerphone mode.

v

Send Message to send an SMS Text message (page 203), a
Picture Mail (page 176) or an SMS Voice message
(page 207).

v

SavePhone# to save the phone number in your Contacts
list. (See “Saving a Phone Number” on page 37.)

v

Findto display Contacts list entries that end with the digits
you entered. (See “Finding a Phone Number”on page 38.)

v

Hard Pause to insert a hard pause. (See “Dialing and

Saving Phone Numbers With Pauses” on page 38.)

v

2-Sec. Pause to insert a two-second pause. (See “Dialing

and Saving Phone Numbers With Pauses”on page 38.)

v

Hyphen to insert a hyphen. (Hyphens are generally for
visual appeal only; they are not necessary when entering
numbers.)

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To speed dial a phone number, press and hold the appropriate

Tip:

speed dial key (locations 2-9). See “Assigning Speed Dial
Numbers”on page 113.

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Answering Calls

To answer an incoming call with the phone open:

1. Make sure your phone is on. (If your phone is off,

incoming calls go to voicemail.)

2. Press to answer an incoming call. (Depending on

your phone’s settings, you may also answer incoming
calls by opening the phone or by pressing any number
key. See “Setting the Open/Close Flip Option” on page 74
and “Setting Any Key Answer”on page 75 for more
information.)

To answer an incoming call with the phone closed:

1. Make sure your phone is on. (If your phone is off,

incoming calls go to voicemail.)

2. When your phone rings or vibrates, press and hold the

Side Volume key ( ) on the left side of the phone.
(The call will be answered in speakerphone mode.)

– or –
Open the phone to use the earpiece.

If the setting for Open Flip is set to “No Action,”opening the

Note:

phone will not answer the call.

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

v

The phone rings and/or vibrates.

v

The LED Indicator flashes.

v

The backlight illuminates.

v

The screen displays an incoming call message.

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If the incoming call is from a number stored in your Contacts,
the entry’s name is displayed. The caller’s phone number may
also be displayed, if available.

When receiving a call, the following options are also displayed
by pressing

Options (right softkey). To select an option,

highlight it and press .

v

Call Guard to answer the call when you are in roaming
mode. (See “Using Call Guard”on page 99.)

v

Answer to answer the call.

v

Answer: Speaker to answer the call in speakerphone mode.

v

Answer on Hold to put the call on hold.

v

Screen Call to answer the call by using a prerecorded
announcement. (See “Setting Up Screen Call”on
page 138.)

v

Quiet Ringerto mute the ringer (if available).

Your phone offers additional ways to answer calls. (See

Tip:

page 73 for Auto-Answer and page 75 for Any Key Answer.)

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Answering a Roam Call With Call Guard Enabled

Call Guard is an option that helps you manage your roaming
charges when making or receiving calls while outside the
Sprint National Network. Please see Section 2D: Controlling
Your Roaming Experience for more information about
roaming.

To answer a call when you are roaming and Call Guard is enabled:

1. Press .

2. Press to proceed while the pop-up message is

displayed.

When your phone is off, incoming calls go directly to

Note:

voicemail.

Using the Speakerphone

The speakerphone feature lets you hear audio through the
speaker and talk without holding the phone.

To turn the speakerphone on during a call:

©

Press .
– or –

Options (rightsoftkey) >select Speaker On.

Press

To turn the speakerphone off during a call:

©

Press .
– or –

Options (rightsoftkey) >select Speaker O ff.

Press

You can adjustthe speakerphone volume using the Side

Tip:

Volume key or the navigation key.

WARNING

Do not place the speaker near your ear when in use
as it may damage your hearing.

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Ending a Call

To disconnect a call when you are finished:

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Close the phone or press .

If the setting for Close Flip is not set to “End Call,” closing the

Note:

phone will not end the call. (See “Setting the Open/Close Flip
Option” on page 74.)

Changing the Ringer Volume

To change the ringer volume, press the Side Volume key when
the phone is open and in standby mode.

To change the ringer volume from the main menu, see

Note:

“Adjusting the Phone’s Volume Settings”on page 54.

Adjusting Volume During a Conversation

When you need to adjust the receiver volume during a
conversation, use the Side Volume key, or press the navigation
key up or down while a call is in progress.

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 noises.

To mute a call:

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Press Options (rightsoftkey) >select Mute. (When the
phone is muted, “Muted”appears on the display.)

To unmute a call:

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Press Options (rightsoftkey) >select Unmute.

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During a call, both the left softkey and the Side Camera key

Tip:

function as the
microphone for privacy. Press it again to unmute the phone.

Mute

key. Press either one to mute the phone’s

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Missed Call Notification

When an incoming call is not answered, the Missed Call log is
displayed on your screen.

To display the Missed Call entry from the notification screen:

©

Press Call (left softkey).

To display a Missed Call entry from standby mode:

1. Select > Missed Alerts.

2. Highlight the entry you wish to view and press .

Calling Emergency Numbers

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

When you place an emergency call, your phone automatically

Note:

enters Emergency mode.

During an emergency call, select

Options (right softkey) to

display your options. To select an option, highlight it and
press .

v

Speaker On to activate speakerphone mode. (If you are in
speakerphone mode, the option is displayed as
Speaker Off to deactivate.)

v

Unlock Phone to unlock your phone (appears only if the
phone is locked).

v

Close Menu to close the pop-up menu (appears only if the
phone is unlocked).

Select My Phone (leftsoftkey) to display your phone number

Tip:

during an emergency call.

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To exit Emergency mode:

1. Press to end a 911 call.

2. Select Options(right softkey) to display the options

menu.

3. Highlight Exit Emergencyand press .

When you are in Emergency mode, you can exitonly from the

Note:

options menu.

To select Emergency mode options:

1. Press to end a 911 call.

2. Select Options(rightsoftkey).

n

Call 911 to call 911.

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Call 911: Spkr.to call 911 in speakerphone mode.

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Exit Emergency to exit Emergency mode.

3. Highlight an option and press .

Enhanced 911 (E911) Information

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

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

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IMPORTANT

Always report your location to the 911 operator when
placing an emergency call.

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

Some designated

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In-Call Options

Selecting Options(right softkey) during a call displays a list of
features you may use during the course of a call. To select an
option, press the corresponding keypad number or highlight
the option and press . The following options are available
through the Options menu:

v

Flash to answer an incoming Call Waiting call or to connect
a third party during Three-Way Calling.

v

Mute or Unmute to mute or reactivate your phone’s
microphone.

v

Transfer Audio to switch the call to an external device (if
applicable).

v

Speaker On or Speaker O ff to activate or deactivate
speakerphone mode.

WARNING

v

Three -Way Call to call a third party.

v

Missed Alerts to display missed notifications.

v

Call History to access the Call History menu. (See “Managing
Call History”on page 101.)

v

Contactsto access the Contacts menu. (See “Using Contacts”
on page 107.)

v

Messaging to access the Messaging menu. (See “Accessing
Messaging”on page 221.)

v

Tools to access the Tools menu. (See “Using the Phone’s
Calendar and Tools” on page 118.)

v

Settings to access the Settings menu. (See “Controlling Your
Phone’s Settings”on page 49.)

Note:

Because of higher volume levels, do notplace the phone
near your ear during speakerphone use.

The Flashmenu appears only for Call Waiting and Three-Way
Calling. The Three-Way Call menu does not appear in
Roaming areas.

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End-of-Call Options

To display the following options, press Options (rightsoftkey)
within 10 seconds after disconnecting a call. To select an
option, highlight it and press .

v

Call Again to dial the phone number.

v

Call:Speaker On to dial the phone number in
speakerphone mode.

v

Send Message to send a Text, Picture Mail, or SMS Voice
message.

v

Save Phone# to save the phone number in your Contacts list.

n

Go to Ph. Book is displayed when the number is
already in your Contacts list. (See “Saving a Phone
Number”below.)

v

Rename to change the current entry’s name to Caller ID
name (if applicable).

The End-of-Call options arenot displayed for calls identified as

Note:

No ID or Private.

Saving a Phone Number

Your phone can store up to 500 phone numbers in up to 300
Contacts entries. (An entry may contain up to seven numbers.)
Each entry’s name can contain 32 characters. Your phone
automatically sorts the Contacts entries alphabetically. (For
more information, see Section 2F: Using Contacts on
page 107.)

To savea number from standby mode:

1. Enter a phone number.

2. Press Options (rightsoftkey) >Save Phone#.

3. Select from the following entry modes:

n

New Name to enter a new name.

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n

From Ph. Book to select a name from the Contacts
entry list.

4. Select a label and press .

5. Press Save(leftsoftkey).

6. Press Done (left softkey) to return to standby mode.

Finding a Phone Number

You can search Contacts entries for phone numbers that
contain a specific string of numbers.

To find a phone number:

1. Enter the last four or more digits of the number in

standby mode. (The more numbers you enter, the more
specific the search becomes.)

2. Select Options(rightsoftkey) > Find.(The Contacts

entries matching the entered numbers will be
displayed.)

3. To display the Contacts entry that contains the phone

number you entered, highlight the entry and press .
To dial the number, press .

Dialing and Saving Phone Numbers With Pauses

You can dial or save phone numbers with pauses for use with
automated systems, such as voicemail or credit card billing
numbers.

There aretwotypes of pauses available on your phone:

v

Hard Pause sends the next set of numbers when you

press .

v

2-Sec. Pause automatically sends the next setof

numbers after two seconds.

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You can have multiple pauses in a phone number and

Note:

combine two-second and hard pauses.

To dial or save phone numbers with pauses:

1. Enter the phone number.

2. Select Options(right softkey) and select either

Hard Pause or 2-Sec. Pause. (Hard pauses are displayed as

a “P” and two-second pauses as a “T.”)

3. Enter additional numbers.

4. Press to dial the number.

– or –
To save the number in your

(right softkey) > Save Phone#.

When dialing a number with a hard pause, press TALK to send

Note:

the next setof numbers.

Contacts, select Options

Plus (+) Code Dialing

When placing international calls, you can use Plus Code
Dialing to automatically enter the international access code
for your location (for example, 011 for international calls
made from the United States). This feature is subject to
network availability.

To make a call using Plus Code Dialing:

1. Press and hold until a “+”is displayed on your

phone display.

2. Dial the countrycode and phone number you’re calling ,

and press . (The access code for international dialing
will automatically be dialed, followed by the country
code and phone number.)

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Dialing From the Contacts List

To dial directly from a Contacts entry:

1. Select > Contacts > Find/Add Entry.

Shortcut:

From the standby mode, select
list entries.

Contacts

(right softkey) to

2. Highlight the entry you want to call and press to dial

the entry’s default phone number.
– or –
To dial another number from the entry, highlight the

name and press , and then highlight the number you
wish to call and press .

You can also place a call by selecting

Tip:

Call

Call: Speaker On

or

The icons next to each entry representthe Contacts labels (for

Note:

example, Mobile, Home, Work, etc .). A triangle next to an icon
means there is another label for the entry. Press the
navigation key rightor left from the Contacts list to select
a label.

.

Options

(right softkey)

Using Speed Dialing

With this feature, you can dial your favorite entries using one
keypress for locations 2–9. (See “Assigning Speed Dial
Numbers”on page 113.)

To use speed dial for voice calls:

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From standby mode, press and hold the appropriate key
for approximately two seconds.

– or –

©

From standby mode, press the appropriate key and
press .

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

To use speed dial for Sprint Ready Link calls:

©

From standby mode, press the appropriate key and
then press . (See “Assigning Speed Dialing for
Sprint Ready Link Entries”on page 159.) The display
confirms that the number has been dialed when it
shows “R-Link calling...”

Speed dialing is not available when you are roaming; when

Note:

you are roaming off the SprintNational Network, you must
always dial using 11 digits (1 + area code + number).

Using Abbreviated Dialing

Abbreviated Dialing is similar to speed dialing. You can use
either of the following abbreviated dialing features.

v

Ph.Book Match allowsyou to retrieve any number saved in
your Contacts by entering only the last three to six digits
of the number, and automatically dials the retrieved
number. (See “To activate the Ph. Book Match feature” on
page 77.)

v

Prepend allows you to prepend predefined numbers (first
five or six digits) to the last four or five digits you enter,
and then automatically dials the number. (See page 77 to
register a prepend number and activate the Prepend
feature.)

To place a call using Ph.Book Match Abbreviated Dialing:

1. Enter the last three to six digits of a contact’s phone

number.

2. Press . If there is more than one matched number in

your Contacts list, the Abbrev. Dial list is displayed.

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3. Select the name you want to call from the list, and then

press to place a call.

When Ph.Book Match is set to Enable and a number is saved in

Note:

Contacts (regardless of whether Prepend is enabled or
disabled), you can display the number by entering its last
three to six digits.

To place a call using Prepend Abbreviated Dialing:

1. Enter the last four or five digits of the number.

2. Press .

When Prepend is set to Enable and Ph.Book Match is set to

Note:

Disable, you can display the 10-digit number (including the
predefined prepend number) by entering the last four or five
digits of the number.

The Prepend feature is available when all of following
conditions are met:

· Prepend is set to Enable.

· A prepend number has been predefined.

· The combined total (prepend number plus the digits you
enter) is 10 digits.

When both Ph.Book Match and Prepend are set to Enable and
a number is not saved in Contacts, you can display the 10-digit
number (including the five- or six-digit prepend number) by
entering the last four or five digits of the number.

You can also place a call by pressing Options (rightsoftkey) >

Tip:

Abbrev. Dial

Abbreviated Dialing or Prepend Abbreviated Dialing.

after step 1 above for either Ph.Book Match

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Entering Text

Selecting a Character Input Mode

Your phone provides convenient ways to enter words, letters,
punctuation, and numbers whenever you are prompted to
enter text (for example, when adding a Contacts entry or
when using Sprint Picture Mail and SMS Text Messaging).

To change the character input mode:

1. When you display a screen where you can enter text,

press

Mode (right softkey) to change the character input

mode.

2. Select one of the following options:

The menus displayed vary according to the entry field. If you

Note:

see triangles on the right of the menu, you can press the right
and left navigation keys to switch between related menus.

n

T9 Word to enter characters using predictive T9 Text
Input. (See page 44.)

n

Alphabet to enter characters by using Alphabet
mode. (See page 47.)

n

SYMBOLto enter symbols.

n

SMILEYS to enter smile pictures.

n

Emoticons to enter “emoticons.”

n

WebShortcutto enter Web shortcuts (for example,
www., http://, or .com).

n

Preset Msgs

n

RecentMsgsto enter messages used recently.

n

Paste List to paste copied or cut list (if applicable).

n

NUMBER to enter numbers.

n

Signature to enter your signature. (See page 66.)

to enter preset messages. (See page 48.)

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Preset Messages, RecentMessages, and Emoticons are

Note:

available only when composing textmessages.

n

Select Lang.to select the language (English or
Spanish).

n

Erase All to erase all text (if applicable).

n

Select Text to select stored text for copying or cutting.

n

Add Word to store words that you use frequently.
(See page 45.)

n

Text Options to display the Text Entry settings menu.

When entering text, press

Tip:

style (

Abc > ABC > abc

Shift*

).

to change the capitalization

Entering Characters Using T9 Text Input

T9 Text Input lets you enter text in your phone by pressing
keys just once per letter. (To select the
entering text, see “Selecting a Character Input Mode”on
page 43.)

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.)

To enter a word using T9 Text Input:

1. Select the T9 Word character input mode.

(See “Selecting a Character Input Mode” on page 43.)

2. Press the corresponding keys once per letter to enter

a word. (For example, to enter the word “Bill,”press

.) (If you make a mistake, press
to erase a single character. Press and hold to erase an
entireword.)

To accept a word and insert a space, press or

T9 Word mode when

.

44 Section 2A: Phone Basics

In order to insert a space by pressing MENU during the step

Tip:

above, the Auto-Space setting mustbe on. (See “Setting Text
Entry Options” on page 76.)

Adding a Word to the T9 Database

If a word you want to enter is not displayed as an option when
you are using T9 Text Input, you can add it to the database.

To add a word to the T9 Text Input database:

1. Select the Add Word input mode. (See “Selecting a

Character Input Mode” on page 43.)

2. Enter the word using Alphabet mode (multi-tap text

entry) and press

Save(left softkey). (See “Entering

Characters Using Alphabet Mode” on page 47.) The word
will appear as an option the next time you scroll through
options during T9 Text Input.

To edit or erase the words you have added:

1. Select > Settings > Others > Text Entry > My Words.

2. Select awordand press Options (rightsoftkey).

3. To selec t an option, highlight it and press .

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Edit to edit a word in My Words.

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Erase to erase a word in My Words.

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Customizing the T9 Settings

To customize the T9 Settings:

1. Select > Settings > Others > Text Entry > T9 Settings.

2. Select an option and press .

n

Word Prediction to automatically display the word
that may follow the current text input.

n

Word Completion to show the completed words that
match the keys you have entered without entering
the whole word.

n

Word Scan to allow T9 text input to recognize words
by searching Phone Book and messages.

n

Word Choice List to display the word choice list.

n

Show aft enter to select when (after 1-3 digits) to
display the word choice list. The word choice list will
be displayed based on the number of digits you
selected.

n

Show after wait to select how many seconds the
phone should wait to display the word choice list.

Setting the Default Input Mode

To set the default input mode:

1. Select > Settings > Others > Text Entry > Default Input.

2. Select an option and press .

n

T9 Word to set T9 word as the initial entry mode.

n

Alphabet to set alphabet as the initial entry mode.

n

Retain Mode to set the retain mode on to retain the
previous entry mode.

For more information aboutT9 Text Input, visit the Tegic Web
site at

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46 Section 2A: Phone Basics

Entering Characters Using Alphabet Mode

English Sequence

Upper Case

Key

. , @ 1 ? !

*

# /
A B C 2
D E F 3
G H I 4
J K L 5
M N O 6
P Q R S 7
T U V 8
W X Y Z 9

a b c 2
d e f 3
g h i 4
j k l 5
m n o 6
p q r s 7
t u v 8

w x y z 9
0
Space
One-character- shifted Caps Lock Unshifted

Lower Case

ABC

DEF

GHI

JKL

MNO

PQRS

TUV

WXYZ

Shift

Space

To enter characters using Alphabet mode (multi-tap text entry):

1. Select the Alphabet mode. (See “Selecting a Character

Input Mode” on page 43.)

2. Press the corresponding keys repeatedly until the correct

letter appears. (For example, to enter the word “Bill,”
press twice, three times, three times,
and then press three times again.) (If you make a
mistake, press to erase a single character. Press and
hold to delete an entire entry.)

By default, the first letter of an entry is capitalized and the
following letters are lowercased. After a character is entered,
the cursor automatically advances to the next space after two
seconds or when you enter a character on a different key.

Characters scroll in the following order:

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Tip:

The beginning of the word after the space is changed to
upper/lower case depending on shift mode. You can change
the shift mode by pressing [shift*].

Section 2A: Phone Basics 47

Entering Numbers, Symbols, Smileys and Preset
Messages

To enter numbers:

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Select the NUMBER mode and press the appropriate key.
(See “Selecting a Character Input Mode” on page 43.)

To enter symbols:

©

Select the SYMBOL mode. (See “Selecting a Character

Input Mode” on page 43.) To enter a symbol, press the
appropriate key indicated on the display.

To enter “emoticons”(smileys):

©

Select the Emoticons mode or SMILEYSmode and press
the appropriate key. (See “Selecting a Character Input
Mode”on page 43.)

To enter preset messages:

1. Select the Preset Msgs mode. (See “Selecting a Character

Input Mode” on page 43.)

2. Scroll to a preprogrammed message and press .

Preset messages make composing text messages even easier

Note:

by allowing you to enter preset messages, such as “Meetme
at,” “Let’s get lunch,”or a customized message of your own.
(For more information on preset messages, please see
“Managing Preset Messages” on page 64.)

48 Section 2A: Phone Basics

Section 2B

Controlling Your Phone’s Settings

In This Section

l Sound Settings (page 50)

l Display Settings (page 56)

l Location Settings (page 62)

l Messaging Settings (page 63)

l Airplane Mode (page 69)

l TTY Use With Sprint Service (page 70)

l Phone Setup Options (page 72)

l Wireless Backup (page 79)

Using the available menu options, you can customize your
phone to sound, look, and operate just the way you want it to

This section describes how you can change your phone’s
settings to best suit your needs. Take a few moments to
review these options and to adjust or add settings that are
right for you.

Your Phone’sSettings

.

Section 2B: Controlling Your Phone’s Settings 49

Sound Settings

Ringer Types

Ringer types help you identify incoming calls and messages.
You can assign ringer types to individual Contacts entries,
types of calls, and types of messages.

v

Preprogrammed Ringers include a variety of standard
ringer types and familiar music.

v

Vibrating Ringer alerts you to calls or messages without
disturbing others.

v

Downloaded Ringers can be downloaded right to your
phone. (See “Downloading Premium Services Content”on
page 225.)

Selecting Ringer Types forVoiceCalls

Your phone provides a variety of ringer options that allow you
to customize your ring and volume settings. These options
allow you to identify incoming calls by the ring.

To select a ringer type for voice calls:

1. Select >Settings > Sounds >

Incoming Calls

.

2. Select With Caller ID,NoCaller ID,or Roaming. (A list of

available ringer types will be displayed.)

3. Select aringer type (Single Tones, Ring Tones,or Melodies)

or

My Content,and press .

4. Use your navigation key to scroll through the available

ringers. A sample ringer will sound as you highlighteach
option.

5. Press to assign a ringer.

Ringer Type

>

50 Section 2B: Controlling Your Phone’s Settings

Selecting Ringer Types for Messages

To select a ringer type for messages:

1. Select > Settings > Sounds > Ringer Type > Messaging.

2. Select Tex t, Picture Mail,or VoiceSMS.

3. Select a ringer type (Single Tones,Ring Tones, or Melodies)

or

My Content,and press .

4. Use your navigation key to scroll through the available

ringers. A sample ringer will sound as you highlight each
option.

5. Press to assign a ringer.

Selecting Ringer Types for Sprint Ready Link Calls

To select a ringer type for Sprint Ready Link calls:

1. Select > Settings > Sounds > Ringer Type > Ready Link.

2. Select Ready Link Calls,R-Link Missed, or R-Link FloorTone.

(A list of available ringer types will be displayed.)

3. Select a ringer type (Single Tones,Ring Tones, or Melodies)

or

My Content,and press .

4. Use your navigation key to scroll through the available

ringers. A sample ringer will sound as you highlight each
option.

5. Press to assign a ringer.

Your Phone’sSettings

Downloaded ringers are not available for R-Link Missed and

Note:

R-Link Floor Tone.

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Selecting Ringer Types for Voicemail or Calendar/Alarm

To select a ringer type for voicemail or calendar/alarm:

1. Select > Settings > Sounds > Ringer Type> Voicemail or

Calendar/Alarm.

2. Select a ringer type (Single Tones,Ring Tones, or Melodies)

or

My Content,and press .

3. Press , and then use your navigation key to scroll

through the available ringers. A sample ringer will sound
as you highlight each option.

4. Press to assign a ringer.

Selecting a Tone Length

Your phone offers two options for selecting the audible tones
accompanying a keypress. (Longer tone lengths may be better
for tone recognition when dialing voicemail or other
automated systems.)

To select a tone length:

1. Select > Settings > Sounds > Others > Tone Length.

2. Select Shortor Long.

Setting a Start-up/Power-off Tone

To set a start-up/power-off tone:

1. Select > Settings > Sounds > Others.

2. Select Start-up Tone or Power-off Tone.

3. Scroll to a tone and press .

52 Section 2B: Controlling Your Phone’s Settings

Using Voice Prompt

This feature allows you to hear voice prompts when using
Voice Memo, Screen Call setting, etc. (default setting is off).

To enable or disable voice prompts:

1. Select > Settings > Sounds > Others > Voice Prompt.

2. Select Onor Off.

When the ringer volume is set to “Silence All,”voice prompts

Tip:

cannot be heard.

Setting Up Key Press Echo

With this feature, you can hear a voice echo the corresponding
keys you pressed on the keypad. This feature is available when
you are in standby mode.

To turn Key Press Echo on or off:

1. Select > Settings > Sounds > Others > Key Press Echo.

2. Select Onor Off.

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Adjusting the Phone’s Volume Settings

You can adjust your phone’s volume settings to suit your
needs and your environment.

To adjust the ringer and key volume:

1. Select > Settings > Sounds > Volume.

2. Select Ringer,Advanced Ring., Receiver,Application,

StartUp/PwOff, orKey Beep.

3. Using the navigation key, choose a volume level and

press

Done (leftsoftkey).

To adjust the earpiece or speaker volume:

1. Select > Settings > Sounds > Volume > Receiver.

2. Select either Earpiece or Speaker.

3. Using the navigation key, choose a volume level and

press .

You can adjustthe ringer volume in standby mode (or the

Tip:

earpiece volume during a call) by using the Side Volume key.

To adjust the application volume:

This option allows you to select a volume level for
downloaded data and browser.

1. Select > Settings > Sounds > Volume > Application.

2. Press ,choose a volume level, and press .

54 Section 2B: Controlling Your Phone’s Settings

Alert Notification

Your phone can alert you with an audible tone when you
change service areas, once a minute during a voice call, when
there are incoming or missed Sprint Ready Link calls, or when
your network signal is fading.

To set alerts:

1. Select > Settings > Sounds > Alerts.

2. Select Service,Ready Link,Voicemail, Messaging,

Minute Beep, or Signal Fade and press .

3. Use your navigation key to select a setting and press .

Silence All

There maybetimes when you need to silence your phone
entirely. The phone’s Silence All option allows you to mute all
sounds without turning your phone off.

To activate SilenceAll:

©

With the phone open, press the Side Volume key ( )
down repeatedly until “Silence All”appears.

You can also activate Silence All using the main menu:

Note:

1.

MENU > Settings > Sounds > Volume > Ringer

Select

2.

Press the navigation key down until Silence All appears on
the display and press

Done

(leftsoftkey).

To deactivate Silence All:

©

With the phone open, press the Side Volume key ( )
up repeatedly to select a volume level.

.

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Display Settings

Changing the Text Greeting

The text greeting can be up to 15 characters and is displayed
on your phone’s screen in standby mode. You may choose to
keep the phone’s default greeting (“Sprint”), or you may enter
your own custom greeting.

To display or change your greeting:

1. Select > Settings > Display > Greeting > Custom.

2. Enter a custom greeting using your keypad and press .

(See “Entering Text” on page 43.) (To erase the existing
greeting one character at a time, press .
To erase the entire greeting, press and hold .)

Changing the Backlight Time Length

The backlight setting lets you select how long the display
screen and keypad remain backlit after any keypress is made.

To change the Main LCD or Sub LCD backlight setting:

1. Select > Settings > Display > Backlight.

2. Select Main LCD or Sub LCD.

3. Select

Note:

Always On,Dim Only

The Always On setting returns to the previous value the next
time you turn on the phone.

, or a preset length of time.

56 Section 2B: Controlling Your Phone’s Settings

To change the Keypad backlightsetting:

1. Select Key after step 1 of “To change the Main LCD or Sub

LCD backlight setting:”on the previous page.

2. Select Always Off or a preset length of time.

Long backlight settings affect the battery’s talk and standby

Note:

times.

Changing the Display Screen Animation

Your new phone offers options for what you see on the display
screen during various phone functions.

To change the animation display:

1. Select > Settings > Display > Animation.

2.

Select Standby,Outgoing Calls,or Service Search.

3. Select Set,and then select an option (Preset,MyContent,

-Get New, or Off), and press .

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For standby, you can select Time to set the animation
starting time.

Changing the Display for Incoming Calls

You can set the color or downloaded image to be shown on
the Incoming Calls display.

To change the incoming calls display:

1. Select > Settings > Display> Incoming Calls.

2. Press , select an option (Preset, My Content, -Get New,

In Camera,Saved to Ph., or Off), and press .

3. Select a color or an image, press , and then press OK

(left softkey) to assign.

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Changing the Display for Area Name

This feature enables you to show the state of the phone
number you are calling or are called from when the number is
not registered in your Contacts list. For example, a call to or
from 213-555-5555 will display “California.”

To set your area name display:

1. Select > Settings > Display > Others > Match AreaCode.

2. Select Onor Off.

This feature is available only when the phone number has 10

Note:

digits, or 11 digits beginning with 1, and matches an area
code.

The area name is displayed on the Main LCD. It will not be
displayed when the number of an incoming call is saved in
your Contacts list.

Changing the Phone’s Menu Style

Your phone allows you to choose how the main menu items
are displayed on your display screen.

To selectthe display’s menu style:

1. Select > Options (right softkey)>Change View.

2. Select Grid View or ListView.

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Grid View to view each main menu item as an
animated single-screen icon.

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ListView to view the main menu as a list.

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Changing the Clock/Calendar Display for
Standby Mode

Select from among a variety of items to be displayed in
standby mode.

To set the clock/calendar display for standby mode:

1. Select > Settings > Display > Clock/Calendar.

2. Select Digital Clock,World Clock, Calendar, Default,or Off

and press .

3. Press to save the setting to follow each system

prompt or when confirming the preview display.

Power Save Mode

This featurehelps conserveyour battery power by setting the
Main LCD, Sub LCD, and keypad backlights to “Dim Only,”the
Main LCD sleep mode to “after 30 sec.”and the Sub LCD sleep
mode to “after 5 sec.”.

To set this feature:

1. Select > Settings > Display > PWRsave Mode.

2. A message appears. Press OK (left softkey) to continue.

3. Select On.(SelectOff to deactivate this feature.)

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Changing the Text Font Size

This setting allows you to adjust the display appearance when
entering text (for example, when writing a message or when
adding a Contacts entry) or when viewing a message.

To change the text input font:

1. Select > Settings > Display > Others > Font Size.

2. Select View or Input.

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View

to select

Main LCD

Sub LCD

(then

Time/Date

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Input to select Phone#s,Messaging,or Others.

(then

Messaging

or

Names/Phone#s

or

Browser

).

3. Select a font size and press .

From the fontpreview display, select a font size by pressing

Tip:

the navigation key rightor left .

Changing the Background

You can customize your phone display’s appearance by
selecting a color scheme to reflect your personality.

To change the display’s background:

1. Select > Settings > Display > Background.

2. Select Peacock,Strawberry, or High Contrast and press .

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Setting Return to Standby Mode

This feature allows you to select the way to return to
standby mode.

To set this feature:

1. Select > Settings > Display > Others > Return to Idle.

2. A message appears. Press OK (left softkey) to continue.

3. Select Automaticallyor End Key.

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Automatically to return to standby mode
automatically when no key is pressed for 30 seconds.

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End Key to return to standby mode by pressing .

End Key

Note:

setting affects the battery’s talk and standby times.

Sleep Mode

This feature helps conserve your battery power by restricting
the display.

To set sleep mode:

1. Select > Settings > Display> Others > Sleep Mode.

2. Select Main LCD orSub LCD.

3. Select asleep mode interval and press .

(Select

Offto deactivate this feature.)

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Location Settings

Your phone is equipped with a Location feature for use in
connection with location-based services that may be
available in the future.

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

Turning Location on will allow the network to detect your

Note:

position using GPS technology, making some Sprint
applications and services easier to use. Turning Location off
will disable the GPS location function for all purposes except
911, but will not hide your general location based on the cell
site serving your call. No application or service may use your
location without your request or permission. GPS-enhanced
911 is not available in all areas.

To enable your phone’s Location feature:

1. Select > Settings > Location. (The Location disclaimer

is displayed.)

2. Read the disclaimer and press OK(leftsoftkey).

3. Select On or Off.

When the Location feature is on, your phone’s standby screen
will display the icon. When Location is turned off, the icon
will be displayed.

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Messaging Settings

Staying connected to your friends and family has never been
easier. With your phone’s advanced messaging capabilities,
you can send and receive many different kinds of messages.
(For more information, see “Using SMS Text Messaging”on
page 203, “Accessing Messaging” on page 221, “Sending
Sprint Picture Mail”on page 176, and “Using SMS Voice
Messaging”on page 207.)

Your phone’s messaging settings make text messaging even
faster and easier by letting you decide how you would like to
be notified of new messages, create a signature with each
sent message,and create your own preset (canned) messages,
to name just a few.

Setting the Message Notification Display

When you receive a message, your phone notifies you by
displaying an icon on your display screen. You can also choose
to be notified with a message notification on your display
screen.

To set the message notification display:

1. Select > Settings > Messaging > Notification.

2. Select MsgsandIconor Icon Only.

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Managing Preset Messages

Your phone is loaded with 20 preset messages, in English and
in Spanish, to help make sending text messages faster and
easier. These messages, such as “Where are you?,” “Let’s get
lunch,”and “Meet me at,” can be customized or deleted to suit
your needs.

To edit a preset message:

1. Select > Settings > Messaging > Preset Msgs.

(The list of preset messages is displayed.)

2. Select the message you want to edit and press .

3. Use your keypad to edit the message and press OK(left

softkey) or to save your changes. (“Preset Message
Saved”will be displayed.)

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To reset all messages, press Options (right softkey)
and select

Reset All Msgs during step 2 above.

To change the language of the preset messages:

1. Follow the steps in 1 above.

2. Select Options(rightsoftkey) > SelectLang.

3. Select English or Spanish.

For information on editing text, see “Entering Text” on

Note:

page 43.

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Setting the Delivery Receipt for Text Messaging

You can set to receive a delivery receipt message confirming
that your message was successfully delivered to your
recipient.

To set the delivery receipt:

1. Select > Settings > Messaging > Text > Deliv. Receipt.

2. Select Onor Off and press .

The Delivery Receipt feature may notcurrently be implemented.

Note:

Setting a Callback Number

With this feature, you can notify your recipients of your
callback number with a text message.

To set the callback number:

1. Select > Settings > Messaging > Text > Send Callback#,

and then press again.

2. Select an option from the following and press .

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None to send no callback number.

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MyPhone#to send your phone number.

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Other to send a specific callback number. To set a
number,enter a phone number and press .

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Adding a Customized Signature

Each message you send can have a customized signature to
reflect your personality.

To add a customized signature to each sent message:

1. Select > Settings > Messaging > Text > Signature.

2. Press , and then select On.

3. Select Tex t, enter your signature, and press OK (left

softkey). (See “Entering Text” on page 43.)

4. Press Save(left softkey) to save your signature.

You can insertyour registered signature even when your

Tip:

signature setting is off. Press Mode (rightsoftkey) and select

Signature while composing your message.

Setting the Drafts Alert for Text Messaging

Drafts Alert gives you a reminder when you have unsent
messages waiting in the drafts folder.

To set Drafts Alert:

1. Select > Settings > Messaging > Text > Drafts Alert.

2. Select On.

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Setting the Speakerphone for SMS Voice Messaging

You can set the speakerphone on or off for SMS Voice
messaging. By default, the speakerphone is set to on.

To set the speakerphone on or off:

1. Select > Settings > Messaging > VoiceSMS >

Speakerphone

.

2. Select Onor Off.

Setting the Sender’s Name for SMS Voice Messaging

With this feature, you can identify yourself to people who
receive your SMS Voice messages.

To set the sender’s name:

1. Select > Settings > Messaging > VoiceSMS >

From Name

.

2. Enter your name and press OK(leftsoftkey).

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Setting an Alert Notification for SMS Voice Messaging

SMS Voice Messaging uses your phone’s data services.
Your phone can alert you to let you know you are connecting
to data services each time you send an SMS Voice message.

To set alert for SMS Voice messaging:

1. Select > Settings > Messaging > VoiceSMS >

Conn. Alert

.

2. Press Mark (right softkey) to warn you each time when

you connect voice messages.

3. Press Done (left softkey) to save the setting.

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Airplane Mode

Airplane Mode allows you to use many of your phone’s
features, such as Games and Voice Memos, when you are in an
airplane or in any other area where making or receiving calls
or data is prohibited. When your phone is in Airplane Mode, it
cannot send or receive any calls or access online information.

To set your phone to Airplane Mode:

1. Select > Settings > Others > Airplane Mode.

(The Airplane Mode disclaimer is displayed.)

2. Read the disclaimer and press .

3. Select On or Off.

While in Airplane Mode, your phone’s standby screen will
display “Phone Off.”

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TTY Use With Sprint Service

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

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

When establishing your Sprint service, please call Sprint
Customer Service via the state Telecommunications Relay
Service (TRS) by first dialing . Then
provide the state TRS with this number: 866-727-4889.

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To turn TTY Mode on or off:

1. Select > Settings > Others > TTY.

(An informational message is displayed.)

2. Press or OK (left softkey) to continue.

3. Select Enable to turn TTY mode On.

– or –

Disable to turn TTY mode Off.

Select

In TTY Mode, your phone will display the TTY access icon.

Note:

If TTY mode is enabled, the audio quality of non-TTY devices
connected to the headset jack may be impaired.

WARNING

911 Emergency Calling

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

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Phone Setup Options

My Favorites

Your phone offers you the option of assigning a shortcut to a
favorite or often-used function. Selecting
softkey) in standby mode will launch your personally
designated shortcut.

To assign your shortcut:

1. Select Favorites(left softkey) to display the My Favorites

list.

2. Highlight <Add Favorite> and press .

3. Select one of the following options.

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Contact to display stored Contacts entries.

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MyContent to displaydownloaded items stored in
your phone.

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My Pictures to display thumbnail images stored in
your In Camera folder and Saved to Ph. folders.

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Web Bookmark to display your bookmarked sites.

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Menu Item to assign an often-used menu item.

4. Using the navigation key or your keypad, select

functions to be assigned to the My Favorites list.

5. Select Assign(left softkey) to save.

My favorite listoptions:

1. From My Favorites list, select Options (rightsoftkey).

2. Select an option and press .

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Replace to replace an existing shortcut.

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Remove to remove an existing shortcut.

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Remove Allto remove all the existing shortcut.

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Help to display the My Favorite list information.

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Auto-Answer Mode

You may set your phone to automatically pick up incoming calls
when connected to an optional hands-free car kit or a headset.

To set Auto-Answer mode:

1. Select > Settings > Others > Auto Answer.

2. Select an option and press .

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Hands-free to answer calls automatically when the
phone is connected to a hands-free car kit or a
headset (sold separately). Remember, your phone
will answer calls in Auto-Answer mode even if you
are not present.

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Speakerphone to answer calls automatically in
speakerphone mode.

3. Select 5Seconds, 15 Seconds,or Off.

Display Language

You can choose to display your phone’s onscreen menus in
English or in Spanish.

To assign a language for the phone’s display:

1. Select > Settings > Others > Language.

2. Select English or Español.

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Setting the Current Time

To set the current time when you are roaming in an area with no
digital network:

1. Select > Settings > Others > SetTime/Date.

2. Set the current time and date and press .

This feature is available only when you are in an area with no

Note:

digital network available.

Setting the Open/Close Flip Option

This feature enables you to answer an incoming call by
opening the phone or to end a call by closing the phone.

To activate the Open Flip feature:

1. Select > Settings > Others > Open/Close Flip.

2. Select Open.

3. Select Answer Call.

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To deactivate this feature, select No Action.

To activate the Close Flip feature:

1. From step 2 above, select Close.(You will see a message

on the display.)

2. Press OK (left softkey) to continue.

3. Select an option from the following and press .

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End to end the call.

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Go On (Mute) to continue the call. Your voice is
muted; however, you can hear the caller’s voice from
the speaker.

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Go On (Unmute) to continue the call. You can hear the
caller's voice and speak to the phone to answer.

The Close Flip feature does not apply during Ready Link calls or

Note:

when you are using the speakerphone, a headset, or a car kit.

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Setting Any Key Answer

This feature allows you to answer incoming calls by pressing
any key (except , , softkeys, and side keys).

To turn any key answer on or off:

1. Select > Settings > Others > Any Key Answer.

2. Select Onor Off .

Setting the Side Key Guard

This feature enables you to lock the side keys while the phone is
closed.

To turn the Side Key Guard on or off:

1. Select > Settings > Others > Side Key Guard.

2. Select Onor Off.

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Key Guard is displayed when the side keys are
pressed while the Side Key Guard is enabled.

This feature does not apply when the phone is open.

Note:

Setting Navigation Key Shortcuts

You can use the navigation key as a shortcut to access specific
menu items directly from standby mode. With this feature,
you can reassign the default shortcut to the menu items you
choose.

To set the navigation key shortcuts:

1. Select > Settings > Others > Navigation Keys.

2. Select the navigation key you wish to reassign and

press .

3. Using the navigation key or your keypad, select a

function.

4. Select Assign(leftsoftkey) to save.

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Setting Text Entry Options

To set your text entry options:

1. Select > Settings > Others > Text Entry.

2. Select an option and press .

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Auto-Capital to turn auto-capitalization on or off.

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My Words to add a word to or edit a word in the T9
database (see page 45).

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Inpt Languageto select the language (English or
Spanish).

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DefaultInputto set an initial entry mode (see
page 46).

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Auto-Space to turn the auto-spacing on or off after
T9 words you enter.

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T9 Settings to customize the T9 settings (see page 46).

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Add Wordto store words that you use frequently (see
page 45).

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Auto-Complete to turn auto-completion on or off.

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Help to see the T9 instruction page.

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Setting Abbreviated Dialing

To activate the Ph. Book Match feature:

1. Select > Settings > Others > Abbrev. Dial.

2. Select Ph. Book Match.

3. Select Enable.

To activate the Prepend feature:

1. Select > Settings > Others > Abbrev.Dial.

2. Select Prepend.

3. Select Enable.

4. Select Prepend#.

5. Enter a five- or six-digit number and press or OK (left

softkey).

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To deactivate this feature, select Disableduring
step 3 above.

To use the above features, see “Using Abbreviated Dialing” on

Note:

page 41.

This setting does not apply to 911 or Sprint 411.

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Setting Headset Mode

This feature allows you hands-free phone use. Set the headset
mode to Voice Call or Ready Link and press the Turbo Button
(the operation button) on the headset to activate useful
functions such as making calls, receiving calls, or switching to
the Voice Command feature.

To connect the headset:

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Simply plug the headset into your phone’s headset jack.

To set headset mode:

1. Select > Settings > Others > Headset Mode.

2. Select Turbo Button.

3. Select Voice Calls, Ready Link, or Off and press .

To set the ringer sound:

1. Select > Settings > Others > Headset Mode.

2. Select Ringer Sound.

3. Select Normalor Headset Only and press .

For an explanation of the Headset Mode setting, press Info

Tip:

(right softkey) during step 2 above.

When using the headset,

Note:

Listening at high volume for an extensive period of time may
cause hearing loss.

DO NOT

set the volume too high.

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Wireless Backup

This feature allows you to back up all of your contacts to the
Sprint Web site and restore them if your phone is lost, stolen,
damaged, or replaced.

To use the wireless backup service, you are required to activate

Note:

the service from your phone.

To subscribe to the wireless backup service, you will need to
purchase a license to use the wireless backup service via the
Sprint vending machine, accessed through the WAP browser
on your phone. The license expires after a set period of time
and must be renewed regularly. As par t of the initial
subscription process, a random wireless backup password is
generated. The randomly-generated password will be sent to
the handset as an SMS text message. (
subscription process. If you are already subscribed to wireless
backup service,

Unsubscribe will be displayed.)

Activating and Deactivating Wireless Backup
Service

To activate the wireless backup service:

1. Select > Contacts > WirelessBackup.

2. Select Subscribe.(You will be prompted to confirm your

license status.)

3. SelectYes (leftsoftkey) and follow the onscreen

instructions to purchase the license.

4. Please wait while registering the license. (You will see a

confirmation screen if it has been successfully
registered.)

Wireless Backup can also be activated by selecting MENU

Note:

Settings > WirelessBackup

and following steps 2-4 above.

Subscribe launches the

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Once you have completed the registration, you will receive an

Note:

SMS text message with your password, which is required
when you access the Sprint Wireless Backup Web site
(www.wirelessbackup.sprint.com)in order to edit your
contacts from your personal computer.

Each time you edit the contacts on your phone, they are

Tip:

backed up at www.wirelessbackup.sprint.com.

To deactivate the wireless backup service:

1. Select > Contacts > WirelessBackup.

2. Select Unsubscribe.(A message will be displayed.)

3. Follow the onscreen instructions to unsubscribe from

the wireless backup service.

You can unsubscribe from the wireless backup service only

Note:

through the Sprint Web site.

Viewing Your Wireless Backup Status

To view your wireless backup status (sign-in state only):

1. Select > Contacts > WirelessBackup > View Status.

2. Select OK(leftsoftkey).

Setting the Wireless Backup Alert

This feature turns the pop-up alert on or off when a Wireless
Backup is in progress.

To set the wireless backup alert:

1. Select > Contacts > WirelessBackup > Alert.

2. Select Onor Off.

To display the wireless backup service information, select

Tip:

MENU

> Contacts > WirelessBackup > Learn More.

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Section 2C

Setting Your Phone’s Security

In This Section

l Accessing the Security Menu (page 82)

l Using Your Phone’s Lock Feature(page 82)

l Restricting Calls (page 84)

l Using Special Numbers (page 85)

l Erasing Phone Content(page 86)

l Resetting the Browser (page 87)

l Resetting Favorites (page 87)

l Resetting Default Settings (page 88)

l Resetting Your Phone (page 88)

l Resetting Your Picture Mail Account (page 89)

l Resetting and Locking Your Phone Through SMS (page89)

l Security Features for Sprint Vision (page 91)

l Using the Parental Control Feature (page92)

Your Phone’sSecurity

By using the security settings on your phone, you receive
peace of mind without sacrificing flexibility.

familiarize you with your phone’s security settings. With
several options available, you can customize your phone to
meet your personal needs.

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This section will

Accessing the Security Menu

All of your phone’s security settings are available through the
Security menu. You must enter your lock code to view the
Security menu.

To access the Security menu:

1. Select > Settings > Security.

2. Enter your lock code to display the Security menu.

If you can’t recall your lock code, try using the lastfour digits of

Tip:

your phone number. If this doesn’t work, call Sprint Customer
Service at 1-888-211-4727.

Using Your Phone’s Lock Feature

Locking Your Phone

When your phone is locked, you can only receive incoming
calls or make calls to 911, Sprint Customer Service, or special
numbers. (See “Using Special Numbers”on page 85.)

To lock your phone:

1. From the Security menu, select Lock Phone > Lock Now.

– or –
To set your phone to lock the next time it is turned on,
select

On Power-up.

2. Select Full Lockor Exp. Incom.Calls.

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Full Lock to disable both outgoing and incoming
calls.

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Exp.Incom.Calls to disable outgoing calls while
allowing incoming calls.

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Unlocking Your Phone

To unlock your phone:

1. From standby mode, select Unlock (left softkey).

2. Enter your lock code.

Lock Services

With this feature, you can choose to restrict access to Sprint
Vision services, incoming and outgoing voice calls, and Sprint
Ready Link calls.

To activate lock services:

1. From the Security menu, select Others > Lock Services.

2. Select Voice Calls, Dataor Ready Link.

3. Select Locked. (SelectUnlockedto deactivate this

feature.)

Changing the Lock Code

To change your lock code:

1. From the Security menu, select Others > Change Lock.

2. Enter and re-enter your new lock code.

Locking the Pictures Menu

With this feature, you must enter your lock code when you
access the pictures menu.

To lock the pictures menu:

1. Select > Settings > Security,and then enter your lock

code. (The Security menu is displayed.)

2. Select Picture Mail > Lock Pictures > Lock Now. (Select

Unlocked to deactivate this feature.)

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Calling in Lock Mode

You can place calls to 911, to Sprint Customer Service, and to
your special numbers when in lock mode. (For information on
special numbers, see “Using Special Numbers”on page 85.)

To place an outgoing call in lock mode:

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To call an emergency number, special number, or
Sprint Customer Service, enter the phone number
and press .

Restricting Calls

There may be occasions when you want to limit the numbers
your phone can call or from which it can receive calls. You can
use the Restrict Calls setting to do just that. (The Restrict Calls
setting does not apply to 911 or Sprint Customer Service.)

To restrict calls:

1. Select > Settings > Security,and then enter your lock

code. (The Security menu is displayed.)

2. Select Others > Limit Use.

3. Select Outgoing Calls or Incoming Calls.

4. Select an option and press .

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Allow All lets you make or receive all calls.

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Ph. Book Only lets you make or receive calls to or
from Contacts entries, voicemail, or special numbers
only.

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Special #s Only lets you make or receive calls to or
from three special numbers only. (See “Using Special
Numbers”on page 85.)

Restricted incoming calls are forwarded to voicemail.

Note:

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