Toshiba 2032SP User Manual
Online User’s Guide
Dual-Band PCS Phone
Model 2032SP
by TOSHIBA
Table of Contents
Welcome to Sprint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Introduction to this Online User’s Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
SECTION 1: Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
1A. Setting Up Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Getting Started With PCS Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
SECTION 2: Understanding Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
2A. Your Device: The Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Part Names and Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Power Button / Front Light Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Battery Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Charging LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Incoming Call / System Notification LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Radio Standby Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Using the Stylus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
About Cursor Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Phone Headset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Remote Controller Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Battery Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Maximizing the Battery Operating Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Battery Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Battery Charge Level and Stored Data Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Initial Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Setup Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Method of Setting Card into SD Card Slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Connecting to a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Today Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Navigation Bar and Command Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Pop-up Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Notifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Entering Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Entering Text Using the Input Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Writing on the Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Drawing on the Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Recording a Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Using My Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Finding and Organizing Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Customizing Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Adjusting Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Adding or Removing Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Setting Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Setting the Front Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Setting Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Setting Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
2B. Phone Function: The Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Viewing the Display Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Main Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Keypad Operation List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Navigation Button and Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Turning the Phone Function ON and OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Turning the Phone Function ON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Turning the Phone Function OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Talking on the Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Displaying Your Phone Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Making and Answering Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Making Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Answering Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Missed Call Notification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
KeyGuard Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Scratch Pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
2C. Controlling the Phone Function’s Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Sounds Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Security Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Voice Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Messaging Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
General Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Display Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
2D. Setting Your Device’s Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Locking Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Locking the Phone Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Unlocking the Phone Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Changing the Lock Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Calling in Lock Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
2E. Controlling Your Roaming Experience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Understanding Roaming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Setting Your Device’s Roam Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Controlling Roaming Charges Using Call Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
2F. Managing Call History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Viewing History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Making a Call From Call History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Saving a Phone Number From Call History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Storing Call Log As a Text File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
2G. Microsoft ActiveSync . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
Using Microsoft ActiveSync . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86
Connection to Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86
2H. Using the Microsoft Pocket Outlook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
Contacts: Tracking Friends and Colleagues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
Creating a Contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
Finding a Contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
Using the Summary Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
Making a Call From Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
Link Dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
Speed Dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94
Calendar: Scheduling Appointments and Meetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
Creating an Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
Using the Summary Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
Creating Meeting Requests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
Tasks: Keeping a To Do List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
Creating a Task . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100
Using the Summary Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Notes: Capturing Thoughts and Ideas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
Creating a Note . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
Inbox: Sending and Receiving Email Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104
Synchronizing Email Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Connecting Directly to an Email Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
Using the Message List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
Composing Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
Managing Email Messages and Folders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
2I. Companion Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109
Pocket Word . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Typing Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
Writing Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
Drawing Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Recording Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Pocket Excel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Tips for Working in Pocket Excel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
MSN Messenger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
Setting Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Working With Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Chatting With Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117
Windows Media Player for Pocket PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Microsoft Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Getting Books on Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Using the Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120
Reading a Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120
Using Reader Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121
Removing a Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122
Pocket Internet Explorer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122
The Mobile Favorites Folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122
Mobile Favorites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123
Using AvantGo Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124
Using Pocket Internet Explorer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125
2J. Getting Connected . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127
Transferring Items Using Infrared . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128
Accessing the internet Using PCS Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129
Ending a Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129
Connecting Directly to an Email Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Get Help on Connecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130
2K. Optional Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131
Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132
Launching an Application From Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132
About Running . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133
Display Icon List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134
Moving an Application Icon into Another Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134
Deleting an Icon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135
Adding an Icon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135
Tab Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136
Text Color Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137
Backing Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137
Making a Backup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138
Carrying Out Restore Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139
Deleting a Backup File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140
2L. Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143
Resetting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144
Clearing Memory (Initialization) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145
SECTION 3: Using PCS Service Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147
3A. PCS Service Features: The Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149
Using Voicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
Setting Up Your Voicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
Voicemail Notification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
New Voicemail Message Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .151
Retrieving Your Voicemail Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .151
Voicemail Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152
Using Caller ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154
Responding to Call Waiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155
Making a Three-Way Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155
Using Call Forwarding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156
Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156
Message Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157
3B. PCS Vision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159
PCS Business Connection Personal Edition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160
Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160
Voice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161
Web . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161
PCS Vision FAQs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161
3C. PCS Voice Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163
Getting Started With PCS Voice Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164
Creating Your Own Address Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164
Making a Call With PCS Voice Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165
Accessing Information Using PCS Voice Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165
SECTION 4: Safety Guidelines and Warranty Information . . .167
4A. Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .169
Getting the Most Out of Your Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .170
Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .172
Safe Use And Operation of Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .173
Safe Use of AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .178
Acknowledging Special Precautions and the FCC Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181
FCC Notice "Declaration of Conformity Information" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181
SAFE USE AND OPERATION OF DEVICE (WIRELESS HANDHELD PHONE) . . . . . . . . .183
SAR Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .187
Consumer Update on Wireless Phones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .189
Owner’s Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .196
User Guide Proprietary Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .196
4B. Manufacturer’s Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .197
Manufacturer’s Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198
Welcome to Sprint
print built the largest all-PCS nationwide network with advanced
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multimedia services and clear calls, reaching more than 230 million
people for clarity you can see and hear. We built our network to give you what
we believe you really want from a wireless phone, clear sound, private
conversations and time-saving features.
But with Sprint, you can do something even more far-reaching – simplify
your life. Our advanced technology is designed to grow with your
communications needs so that one day you'll be able to rely entirely on your
PCS Device to stay connected.
This guide will familiarize you with our technology and with your new
PCS Device through simple, easy-to-follow instructions. If you have already
reviewed the Start Here Guide, which was packaged with your new device, then
you're ready to explore the advanced features outlined in this guide.
If you have not read your Start Here Guide, go to Section One - Getting Started.
This section provides all the information you need to quickly activate
the phone function, set up your voicemail and much more. It also contains
information on how to contact Sprint should you have questions about
service, want to purchase additional products or services, or just to check your
account balance.
Thank you for choosing Sprint.
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Introduction to this
Online User’s Guide
his Online User's Guide introduces you to PCS Service and all the features
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of your new device. It's divided into four sections:
Section 1: Getting Started
Section 2: Understanding Your Device
Section 3: Using PCS Service Features
Section 4: Safety and Warranty Information
Throughout the guide, you'll find tips that highlight special shortcuts
and timely reminders to help you make the most of your new device and
service. The Table of Contents will help you locate specific information
quickly.
You'll get the most out of your device if you read each section. However, if
you'd like to get right to a specific feature, simply turn to that page. Follow the
instructions in that section and you'll be ready to use your device in no time.
Tip: You can print out this guide to keep on hand or view it online.
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Section 1
Getting Started
Section 1
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Getting Started 5
Section 1A
Setting Up Service
In This Section
Getting Started With PCS Service
Getting Help
his section walks you through the basics of setting up service for
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the phone function on your device, including unlocking and activating
the phone function, and how to contact Sprint for assistance with your PCS
Service.
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Getting Started With PCS Service
Getting Help
Determine if the Phone Function is Already Activated
If you received your device in the mail or purchased it at a Sprint Store, it
probably has been activated. All you need to do is unlock the phone function.
If the phone function is not activated, please refer to the Start Here Guide
included with your device.
Unlocking the Phone Function
Follow these steps to unlock the phone function:
1. Slide the Radio Standby Switch to the upper side to turn the phone
function on.
2. Tap Tools.
3. Select Unlock Modem.
4. Enter your 4-digit lock code and tap OK.
Tip: If you can’t recall your lock code, try using the last four digits of
either your Social Security number or PCS Phone Number or try 0000. If
none of these work, call PCS Customer Solutions at 1-888-211-4PCS (4727).
Activating the Phone Function
To activate the phone function, follow the directions in the Start Here
Guide that was included with your device.
Visiting Our Web Site
Stop by www.sprintpcs.com and log on to get up-to-date information on
PCS Services, options and more.
You can also:
Review coverage maps
Learn how to use voicemail
Access your account information
Purchase accessories
Add additional options to your service plan
Check out frequently asked questions
And more
PCS Customer Solutions
Claire, your virtual service representative is available to assist you 24
hours a day, seven days a week. Visit her at
www.sprintpcs.com by logging
on and clicking on Claire’s Directory for Service Solutions.
Receiving Automated Invoicing Information
For your convenience, your device gives you access to invoicing
information on your PCS Account. This information includes balance
due, payment received, invoicing cycle and the amount of minutes and/or
data used since your last invoicing cycle. (A nominal fee and/or airtime
charges may apply.)
To access this information:
Tap .
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Section 1: Getting Started
8 1A: Setting Up Service
Note: This service may not be available in all Affiliate markets.
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PCS Directory Assistance
PCS Directory Assistance provides a variety of services, including
residential, business and government listings; assistance with local or
long-distance calls; movie listings; hotel, restaurant and shopping
information and major local event information. There is a per-call charge
and you will be billed for airtime.
PCS Operator Services
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Tap .
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PCS Operator Services can provide assistance in placing collect calls or
calls billed to a local telephone calling card or a third party.
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Tap .
For more information or to see the latest in products and services, visit us
online at
Note: PCS Operator Services may not be available in all
Affiliate markets.
www.sprintpcs.com.
Section 2
Understanding Your
Device
Section 1: Getting Started
10 1A: Setting Up Service
Section 2
Understanding Your Device 11
Section 2A
Your Device: The Basics
In This Section
Part Names and Function
Battery Charging
Initial Setup
Setup Options
Connecting to a Computer
Today Screen
Programs
Navigation Bar and Command Bar
Pop-up Menus
Notifications
Entering Information
Entering Text Using the Input Panel
Finding and Organizing Information
Customizing Your Device
his section will guide you through the basics of your device and you’ll be
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on your way to using it in no time.
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Part Names and Function
Touch Screen
Program Button
1, 2, 3 & 4
(From the Left)
Record Button
(Program Button 5)
Incoming Call / System Notification LED
Fixed Antenna
Radio Standby Switch
Charging LED
Microphone
TALK Button
END Button
Cursor Button /
Navigation Button
Power Button /
Front Light Button
Speaker
AC Adapter Jack
Cradle Connection Port
Back View
Stylus
Infrared Port
Color Panel
Stylus Holder
Headset Jack
SD Card Slot
Hand Strap Attachment
Reset Switch
USB Cradle
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Power Button / Front Light Button
Press this to turn the device and the front light on/off.
Power button When the power is off When the power is on
Press it quickly. The power turns on. The power turns off.
Press and hold. The power turns on. The front light alternately
turns on/off.
Even if the power is turned off, pressing the program button turns the
power on and the program screen is displayed. (However, you can change
the setting. See “Setting Power” on page 49.)
When using the device under high ambient temperatures and the
temperature inside of the device goes up (to about 144°F or more), the
power is forcibly turned off. In this case, after the temperature inside of the
device cooled down, turn the power on and use the device under
appropriate ambient temperatures. (144°F=62°C)
Battery Switch
The Battery Switch supplies/cuts the battery power to the device. When
shipped, the setting is “Stop.” Before using your device for the first time:
1. With the device in hand, gently remove the Color Panel on the right side
of the device, using the stylus at the top of the Color Panel.
2. Confirm that the Radio Standby Switch on the left side of the device is
set to the lower side (OFF), then slide the Battery Switch on the right
side of the device to “Supply” (lower side).
Battery Switch Lock
Battery Switch
3. Reattach the Color Panel.
The proper way to reinstall the Color Panels is to carefully insert the
two small right angle tabs and the single straight tab at the bottom
while simultaneously holding and bending the very top section away
from the device. After all three tabs are seated and pushed down into
place, then push the top section, that you are holding away from the
unit, back in until you feel a distinct “snap”.
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Note: Returning the Battery Switch to the “Stop” (the upper side) resets
the device back to its factory settings (All stored data will be deleted) initial setup will need to be repeated. To move to the “Stop” side, slide the
Battery Switch while inserting the stylus into the Battery Switch Lock.
Note: Do not use excessive force in detaching or reattaching the Color
Panel. Failure to comply with the above procedures may cause damage
to the tabs or other parts of the device.
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Charging LED
Steady orange ..............Built-in battery charging
If the battery is completely drained, the device
will have to charge (LED will display orange)
for a period of time prior to use.
Flashing yellow ............Charging has stopped due to extreme
temperatures. Charge at a temperature of
approximately 41°F - 95°F (5°C and 35°C).
Steady green.................Built-in battery fully charged.
Incoming Call / System Notification LED
Fast flashing orange ....Incoming call
(Approx. 2Hz)
Slow flashing orange ...Incoming message
(Approx. 1Hz) Incoming voicemail
Missed call
Alarm as set through
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Calendar or
Radio Standby Switch
Determines functionality of device. To turn ON, slide Radio Standby
Switch to the upper side.
ON ............Can be used as phone to make and receive calls
OFF ...........Cannot function as a phone
Using the Stylus
Use only on touch screen for menu selection or data input.
Tap :Touch the screen once with the stylus to open items
and select options.
Drag: Hold the stylus on the screen and drag it across to
select text and images. Drag in a list to select multiple
items.
Tap and hold:Tap and hold the stylus on an item to see a list of
actions available for that item. On the pop-up menu
that appears, tap the action you want to perform.
Note: Only use the supplied stylus on the touch screen. If the stylus tip
becomes damaged, replace it with a new one. Using a ballpoint pen or
damaged stylus may damage the screen.
About Cursor Button
Navigate the cursor on screen by pressing the upper, lower, right or left part
of the cursor button. Press the center of the button to select an option or
program.
Note: The cursor movement depends on the screen. When the cursor is
at the right or the left side of the screen, it may not move.
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Phone Headset
Microphone
To Headset Jack
Clip
You can attach the
Phone Headset to your
pocket, etc., by using this clip.
Hold Switch
All other remote
keys become inactive
when “HOLD” is set.
The TALK/END button is active.
Stop Button
+
–
Adjust
Volume
Play / Pause
Skip to the
next song
Play a
previous song
TALK / END
Button
Play / Pause, FF,
REW Switch
To Headset Jack
Clip
You can attach the Remote Control Unit
to your pocket, etc., by using this clip.
Stereo Headphones Jack
Microphone
Volume Button
Headphones
(sold separately)
Remote Control Unit
The supplied Phone Headset can be used to make or receive phone calls.
When the Phone Headset is inserted into the device, the microphone and
speaker on the main unit will become inactive.
Also, this microphone can be used as a recorder.
This device’s phone component can be used with the Phone Headset/
Remote Control Unit or as a speakerphone. Unlike conventional cell
phones, it is not designed to be held against the head in conversation.
Such use of the phone is contrary to the design of the product and is
strongly recommended against. Please use the device with the Phone
Headset/Remote Control Unit or in speakerphone mode. For instructions
on how to use the device with the Phone Headset/Remote Control Unit or
as a speakerphone, please refer to page 60 of this guide.
Note: Do not use the Phone Headset/Remote Control Unit when turning
on and off the device or when connecting or disconnecting the Phone
Headset/Remote Control Unit to/from the device because a loud noise
may be emitted.
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Remote Control Unit
The supplied Remote Control Unit can be used to listen to audio playback.
Combined with the headphones (sold separately), it can be used to receive
phone calls. When the Remote Control Unit is inserted into the device, the
microphone and speaker on the main unit will become inactive.
Also, this microphone can be used as a recorder.
During a call, it is not possible to adjust the volume with the Volume button.
Use ø 3.5mm mini-plug type headphones to connect to the Remote
Control Unit.
This device’s phone component can be used with the Phone Headset/
Remote Control Unit or as a speakerphone. Unlike conventional cell
phones, it is not designed to be held against the head in conversation.
Such use of the phone is contrary to the design of the product and is
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strongly recommended against. Please use the device with the Phone
Headset/Remote Control Unit or in speakerphone mode. For instructions
on how to use the device with the Phone Headset/Remote Control Unit or
as a speakerphone, please refer to page 60 of this guide.
Battery Charging
When using the device for the first time, set the Battery Switch to the supply
side (see page 16), then fully charge the battery.
Charging the Battery
You can use two charging methods.
When you connect the AC Adapter to the device, turn the power off.
Connect the supplied AC Adapter to the cradle as shown in the figure
below, and then insert the device into the cradle.
Connect the supplied AC Adapter to the device as shown in the figure
below.
Note: Charge the battery in an environment between 41°F - 95°F (5°C
and 35°C). Temperatures outside this range may pause the charging
process. Refer to page 18 for additional information on charging.
Note: When charging the battery for the first time, or immediately after
setting the battery switch to the supply side, fully charge the battery. If
the battery is not fully charged, the remaining battery power will not be
accurately displayed.
Maximizing the Battery Operating Time
Whenever possible, use the device with the AC Adapter – especially when
it is connected to your computer.
Select the short powered-off time in the setting menu. This will shorten
the time the unit will remain on if not used. See “Setting Power” on
page 49 for more information.
Turn off the front light.
Set the screen brightness to power savings mode (front light off) or
shorten the front light turn-off time. See “Setting the Front Light” on
page 48 for more information.
For optimal performance use in an environment between 59°F - 77°F
(15°C and 25°C). Anything outside this temperature range may
decrease the operating time.
Battery Life
The built-in battery has a limited life that will gradually decrease after
repeated charging. Replace the battery when you notice a dramatic
decrease in battery performance. When a replacement is needed, please
request the dealer from whom your device was purchased to assist you.
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Battery Charge Level and Stored Data Protection
If the battery charge level becomes extremely low or completely
discharged, stored memory data will be deleted. As soon as the low battery
status icon or the alarm message appears, immediately connect the AC
Adapter to the device so it can charge.
The battery gradually discharges even when not in use. If not used for a
long time, it may completely discharge.
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It is strongly recommended that you save the device’s memory data to
your computer or a storage card. The manufacturer is not responsible
for data changed or lost due to battery discharge. For back up, see
“Backing Up” on page 137.
Initial Setup
When using your device for the first time, completely charge the battery
then follow the initial setup procedures below:
1. Press the Power button and when the welcome screen appears, tap the
screen with the stylus to start the setup process.
2. When the align screen appears, follow the directions for adjusting the
touch screen until the stylus screen appears.
If a finger or any other object touches the screen during a correction,
it will be cancelled. Repeat the correction procedure.
Note: To display the align screen after the initial setup process, press
the Record button while pressing the center of the navigation button, or
by tapping , Settings, System, and then Screen.
3. Read and understand how to use the stylus, then tap Next.
Note: See “Using the Stylus” on page 19 for more information.
8. After power up is completed, use the stylus to tap on the Admin pull-up
menu at the bottom of the screen, and select
Activation Wizard. If your
device has not yet been activated, the Activation Wizard will
automatically start when you turn on the radio in your device.
9. Tap Nextthree times.
10
.On the fourth screen, you will be prompted for a lock code. Use the
keypad to enter the 6-digit lock code given to you by the Sprint
Customer Solution representative, then tap
11
.Enter the mobile phone number given to you by the Sprint Customer
Solution representative, then tap
12
.Tap Next on the last screen, and the device will begin to initialize using
Next.
Next.
the data you have just entered.
4. Read and understand pop-up menu operation, then tap Next.
Read the on-screen explanation and then operate the screen.
Display the pop-up menus, and cut and paste the data according to
the screen instructions. When this stage is complete, tap
5. Follow the directions for setting the location, then tap Next.
6. When the complete screen appears, initial setup is finished. After
tapping the screen, the Today screen will appear and the device will be
ready to use. See “Today Screen” on page 28 for more information.
7. Slide the Radio Standby Switch on the left side of the device to the upper
side (ON) to activate the phone function.
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Setup Options
USB port
Contact surface
Method of Setting Card into SD Card Slot
Inserting a card:
1.
Turn off the power.
2. Insert the card with its contact surface (metal contact surface) facing
backward into the device.
Note: An SD dummy card is loaded in the SD card slot at purchase.
Remove the SD dummy card before inserting the card.
Removing a card:
1.
Make sure that no application is accessing the SD card.
Connecting to a Computer
Before connecting your device to a computer, check the following.
ActiveSync®is on your computer. (For installation procedures of
ActiveSync
The device is turned off.
The computer you’re connecting has an available USB port for the
cradle.
To connect using the supplied USB cradle:
1.
Connect the USB cradle to your computer as shown in the illustration
below.
2. Insert the device into the USB cradle.
®
, see page 85.)
2. Turn off the power.
3. Lightly press down on the card until a clicking sound is heard. The card
will pop out slightly from the slot.
4. Pull the card straight up to remove.
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Make sure that the connector on the cradle is inserted into the port on the
bottom of the device. Data can not be transferred if the connection is not
made.
When your device is properly inserted into the cradle, your device will turn
®
on automatically and ActiveSync
will automatically open on your
computer.
Note: Avoid using your device in environments that are likely to be
affected by static electricity or are prone to high electrical noise. If you
connect your device to a computer via the docking cradle for data
transfer or data restoration purposes, Sprint will not be responsible for
any device or computer malfunction, problems with data transfer or data
modification/loss that may occur in these environments.
Today Screen
The Today screen appears when you turn on your device after 4 hours of
inactivity. It can be accessed by tapping and then
Tap to switch
to a program.
Today.
Following are some of the status icons you may see.
Status Icon
Meaning
Turns all sounds on and off and changes the volume level
Battery charging
Battery is low
Battery is very low
Battery is full
Active connection
Synchronization is beginning or ending
Synchronization in process
Notification that a new program or system update is
available
Instant message received
Email message received
Note: If more notification icons need to be displayed than there is room
for on the screen, the will display. Tap the icon to view all the
notifications.
Ta p to create
a new item.
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Ta p to change date and time.
Tap to open information setting.
Yo u r day at a glance.
Tap to view connection status.
Phone Function Status Icons:
When the phone function is activated, the following icons may be
displayed on the command bar of the Today screen.
Status Icon
Meaning
Not connected to the network
Connected to the network
There is a missed call
There is an unread message
There is a voicemail message
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Programs
Switch from one program to another by using the menu. To access
programs not listed on the drop down menu, tap ,
desired program.
You can also switch to another program by pressing any of the five
program buttons located on the front and side of the device. The icons
above the buttons identify the factory set programs (from left to right) –
Calendar, Tasks, Home and Contacts. The Record button on the side is for
voice recording. To reprogram these buttons to activate other programs,
see page 43, “Adjusting Settings.”
The following table is a partial list of programs on your device.
Icon Program
ActiveSync
®
Description
Synchronize information between your
device and your computer.
Calendar
Keep track of your appointments and create
meeting requests.
Contacts
Inbox
Pocket Internet
Explorer
Notes
Keep track of your friends and colleagues.
Send and receive email messages.
Browse Web and WAP sites, and download
new programs and files from the Internet.
Create handwritten or typed notes,
drawings, and recordings.
Tasks
Pocket Excel
Keep track of your tasks.
Create Excel spreadsheets or view and edit
Excel spreadsheets created on your computer.
MSN®Messenger
Send and receive instant messages with
your MSN®Messenger contacts.
Pocket Word
Create new documents or view and edit Word
documents created on your computer.
In addition to the programs listed above, Windows Media
Calculator, File Explorer, Home, Infrared Receive, Microsoft Reader,
Terminal Services Client, PCS connection, Solitaire are pre- installed.
Note: The program can be launched by using Home. See “Home” on
page 132.
Programs, then the
TM
Player, Backup,
Navigation Bar and Command Bar
The navigation bar, located at the top of the screen, displays the active
program and time, and allows you to switch programs and close screens.
The command bar at the bottom of the screen performs tasks in the open
program, and includes menu names, buttons and the Input Panel button.
New to create a new item in the program.
Tap
Tap on the navigation bar to view notification messages.
Tap on the navigation bar to change the volume or mute the
device.
Tap on the displayed time on the navigation bar to display the
current date and the next schedule.
Tap New on the command bar to open a new option.
Edit and Tools on the command bar are the menu names.
is the Input Panel button on the command bar.
Note: If you tap on the right of the navigation bar, you can close that
program screen. Also, if you tap on the navigation bar, you can close
that screen.
To end the program, tap ,
Programs
You can also end the program with Home.
, and select the program you wish to end, then tap Stop.
Settings, System, Memory and Running
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Pop-up Menus
Pop-up menus provide quick access to select an action for an item, and
vary with each program. To access a pop-up menu, tap and hold the stylus
on the item you want to perform the action on. When the menu appears,
lift the stylus and tap the desired action. Tap anywhere outside the menu
to close it.
Notifications
Your device can remind you when you have an appointment or task
scheduled, or serve as an alarm clock. Notification options include:
A message box on the screen
A sound (which you select)
A flashing light
To select reminder types and sounds, tap , and then
Personal tab, tap Sounds & Notifications. The selected options will apply
for the entire device.
Settings. In the
Entering Information
Options for entering new information include:
Using the input panel to enter typed text.
Writing or drawing pictures directly on the screen.
Recording a message by speaking into the microphone.
Using Microsoft®ActiveSync®to synchronize or copy information
from your computer to the your device.
Entering Text Using the Input Panel
Use the input panel to enter information in any program by either typing
using the soft keyboard, or by writing using the Letter Recognizer, Block
Recognizer or Transcriber. With either option the characters will appear as
typed text on the screen.
To view/hide the input panel, tap the Input Panel button. Tap the arrow
next to it to see your options.
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When you use the input panel, your device anticipates the word you are
typing or writing and displays it above the input panel. When you tap the
displayed word, it is inserted into your text at the insertion point. The more
you use your device, the more words it learns to anticipate.
Note: To change word suggestion options, such as the number of words
suggested at one time, tap ,
the Word Completion tab.
Typing with the soft keyboard:
Tap the arrow next to the Input Panel button and then Keyboard.
1.
2. Use the stylus to tap the keys on the soft keyboard.
Using Letter Recognizer:
Settings, Personal tab, Input, and then
With Letter Recognizer you can write letters using the stylus just as you
would on paper.
Using Block Recognizer:
With Block Recognizer you can use the stylus to input character strokes
similar to those used on other devices.
1. Tap the arrow next to the Input Panel button and then Block Recognizer.
2. Write a letter in the box — it will automatically be converted to typed text
on the screen.
For specific instructions, open Block Recognizer and tap the question
mark icon next to the writing area.
Using Transcriber:
With Transcriber you can write anywhere on the screen using the stylus
just as you would on paper. Unlike Letter Recognizer and Block
Recognizer, you can write a sentence or more of information. Then, pause
and let Transcriber change the written characters to typed characters.
1. Tap the arrow next to the Input Panel button and then Transcriber.
2. Tap OK to close the explanation screen of Transcriber.
3. Write anywhere on the screen.
For specific instructions, open Transcriber and tap the question mark icon
next to the writing area.
Selecting typed text:
1.
Drag the stylus across the text you want to select.
2. Format or edit text by tapping the command on the Edit menu or by
tapping and holding the selected words until the pop-up menu appears.
1. Tap the arrow next to the Input Panel button and then Letter Recognizer.
2. Write a letter in the box – it will automatically be converted to typed text on
the screen.
For specific instructions, open Letter Recognizer and tap the question
mark icon next to the writing area.
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Writing on the Screen
To write on the screen, write the same way do on paper. The text can be edited,
formatted or converted at a later time.
Writing on the screen:
To switch to the writing mode, tap the Pen button. Lines will appear
on the screen to help you write.
Note: Not all programs that accept writing feature the Pen button. Refer
to that program’s documentation to find out how to switch to writing.
If you accidentally write on the screen, tap Edit, then Undo and try again.
Converting writing to text:
Tap Tools and then Recognize.
If you want to convert only certain words, select them before tapping
Recognize on the Tools menu (or tap and hold the selected words and
Recognize on the pop-up menu). If a word is not recognized, it is
then tap
left as writing.
To select writing:
If you want to edit or format writing, you must select it first.
1. Tap the Pen button to cancel the writing mode.
2. Drag the stylus across the text you want to select.
You can cut, copy, and paste written text in the same way you work with
typed text: tap and hold the selected words and then tap an editing
command on the pop-up menu, or tap the command on the
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If the word conversion is incorrect, you can select an alternative word by
tapping and holding down on the wrong word. On the pop-up menu tap
Alternates and browse the list. Either tap the word you want to use, or tap
the writing at the top of the menu to return to the original writing.
For best recognition:
Write neatly within the lines and draw descenders below the line.
Write the cross of the “t” and apostrophes below the top line so they
aren’t confused with the word above. Write periods and commas
above the line.
Using the Tools menu, increase the zoom level to 300%.
Write the letters of words close together and leave big gaps between
words.
Any changes made to a word after you attempt to recognize it (such
as changing a “3” to an “8”) will not be included if you attempt to
recognize it again.
Note: Hyphenated words, foreign words that use special characters
such as accents, and some punctuation cannot be converted.
Drawing on the Screen
Draw on the screen in the same way that you write on it. The only
difference is how the items are selected and edited. For example, drawings
can be resized - writing cannot.
Creating a drawing:
A drawing box will appear when you cross any three ruled lines on
your first stroke. Subsequent strokes in or touching the box become
part of the drawing. Drawings that do not cross three lines will be
considered writing.
Note: You may want to change the zoom level so that you can more
easily work on or view your drawing. Tap Tools and then a zoom level.
Selecting a drawing:
If you want to edit or format a drawing, you must select it first.
Tap and hold the stylus on the drawing until the selection handle
appears. To select multiple drawings, deselect the
Pen button and
then drag to select the drawings you want.
You can cut, copy, and paste selected drawings by tapping and holding the
selected drawing and then tapping an editing command on the pop-up
menu, or by tapping the command on the
make sure the
Pen button is not selected, and drag a selection handle.
Edit menu. To resize a drawing,
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Recording a Message
A message can also be recorded on any program where you can write or
draw on screen. In Calendar, tasks and Contacts, you can include a
recording in the
Notes tab. In the Notes program, you can either create a
stand-alone recording or include a recording with a written note. With the
Inbox program a recording can be added to an email.
When recording or playing a message during data communication, hold
the device keeping distance from your body as shown on page 60.
Creating a recording:
1.
Hold the device’s microphone near your mouth or sound source.
2. Press and hold the Record button (on the left side) until it beeps.
3. While holding down the button make the recording.
4. Release the button to stop recording and two beeps will sound. The new
recording appears in the note list or as an embedded icon.
Note: Tapping the Record button on the Recording toolbar can also
make a recording. To end recording, tap the Stop button.
To play a recording, tap it in the list or tap its icon in the note.
Using My Text
My Text quickly inserts preset and frequently used messages into the text
®
entry areas of Inbox or MSN
Messenger. To insert a message, tap My Text
and select a message.
Note: You can add text after inserting a My Text message.
To e dit a My Text Message, tap Edit My Text Messages in the Tools menu.
Select the message you wish to edit and make the changes. Tap
OK in the
upper right corner to complete the change.
Tap to show or hide the Recording toolbar.
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Finding and Organizing Information
To quickly locate information using the Find feature, tap Find in the
menu.
Customizing Your Device
Customize your device by adjusting the settings and installing additional
software.
Note: To quickly find information that is taking up storage space on your
device, select Larger than 64 KB in Type.
File Explorer can also find files on your device and organize them into
folders. To access from the menu, tap
Tap to change folders.
Tap the folder name to open it.
Tap Open or to display the path entry screen for opening the shared
Programs, then File Explorer.
file of the network.
Tap to display the contents of the My Device.
Tap to display the contents of the Storage card.
Adjusting Settings
Settings can be adjusted by tapping , Settings, and then the Personal
or System tab located at the bottom of the screen. The following settings
can be adjusted:
Clock: To change the time or to set alarms.
Menus: To customize what appears on the menu,
and to enable a pop-up menu from the
New
button.
Owner Information: To enter your contact information.
Today: To customize the look and the information that
is displayed on the Today screen.
Buttons: To assign your favorite program to the program
button.
Remove Programs: See the following pages.
Password: To limit access to your device. See the following
pages.
Front Light: See the following pages.
Power: To maximize battery life. See the following
pages.
Memory: See the following pages.
Note: To move files in File Explorer, tap and hold the item you want to
move then tap
document and tap Paste on the pop-up menu.
Cut or Copy. Go to the file where you want to move the
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Adding or Removing Programs
Programs installed on your device at the factory are stored on ROM (readonly memory) and cannot be removed or accidentally lost. ROM
programs can be updated using special installation programs with a *.xip
extension. Any programs and files added after factory installation are
stored in RAM (random access memory). As long as you have enough
memory, you can install any program created for your device. To find
software for your device, visit the Pocket PC website at
http://www
.microsoft.com/mobile/pocketpc.
If the file is not an installer, an error message will appear stating that
the program is valid but designed for a different computer. You will
need to move this file to your device. If you cannot find any installation
instructions for the program in the Read Me file or documentation, use
®
ActiveSync
Explore to copy the program file to the Program Files
folder on your device. For more information on copying files using
®
ActiveSync
Once installation is complete, tap ,
, see ActiveSync®Help.
Programs, and then the program
icon.
Note: If you update ROM programs using special installation programs
with a *.xip extension, do not use the backup data which you made
before updating ROM programs.
Adding programs using ActiveSync®:
Before installing a program on your device, the appropriate software will
need to be installed on the computer.
1. Determine which version of the software to install by tapping , then
Settings. On the System tab, tap About. In the Version tab, make a
note of the information in
2. Download the program to your computer (Or insert the CD or disk that
Processor.
contains the program into your computer). You may see a single *.xip,
*.exe, or *.zip file, a Setup.exe file, or several versions of files for
different Pocket PC types and processors. Be sure to select the program
designed for the Pocket PC and your device processor type.
3. Read any installation instructions, Read Me files, or documentation
that comes with the program. Many programs provide special
installation instructions.
4. Connect your device and your computer.
5. Double-click the *.exe file.
If the file is an installer, the installation wizard will begin. Follow the
directions on the screen. Once the software has been installed on your
computer, the installer will automatically transfer the software to your
device.
Adding a program directly from the Internet:
1.
Determine which version of the software to install by tapping , then
Settings. On the System tab, tap About. In the Version tab, make a
note of the information in
2. Download the program to your device straight from the Internet using
Processor.
Pocket Internet Explorer. You may see a single *.xip, *.exe or *.zip file,
a Setup.exe file, or several versions of files for different device types and
processors. Be sure to select the program designed for the Pocket PC and
your device processor type.
3. Read any installation instructions, Read Me files, or documentation
that comes with the program. Many programs provide special
installation instructions.
4. Tap the file, such as a *.xip or *.exe file. The installation wizard will
begin. Follow the directions on the screen.
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Adding a program to the Start menu:
Tap , Settings, Menus, the Start Menu tab, then the check box for the
program. If you do not see the program listed, you can either use File
Explorer on the device to create a shortcut the program to the Start Menu
®
folder or use ActiveSync
on your computer to create a shortcut to the
program and place the shortcut in the Start Menu folder.
Using File Explorer on the device: Tap , Programs, File Explorer,
and locate the program (tap the folder list, labeled
default, then
and hold the program and tap
My Device to see a list of all folders on the device). Tap
Copy on the pop-up menu. Open the
My Documents by
Start Menu folder located in the Windows folder, tap and hold a blank
area of the screen, and tap
Paste Shortcut on the pop-up menu.
The program will now appear on the menu. For more information
on using File Explorer, see “Finding and Organizing Information,” on
page 42.
Using ActiveSync®on your computer: Use the Explorer in ActiveSync
to explore your device files and locate the program. Right-click the
program, then click
Create Shortcut. Move the shortcut to the Start
Menu folder in the Windows folder. The shortcut now appears on the
®
menu. For more information, see ActiveSync
Removing programs:
Tap , then Settings. On the System tab, tap Remove Programs.
Help.
If the program does not appear in the list of installed programs, use File
Explorer on your device to locate the program, tap and hold the program,
and then tap
Delete on the pop-up menu.
Setting Password
Protect data and settings by choosing a password that will be requested
every time the power is turned on.
1. Tap , then Settings. On the Personal tab, tap Password.
2. Select the type of password you would like to use.
®
When a strong alphanumeric password is selected, your password must
be at least seven characters long and contain a combination of
uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numerals or punctuation.
Select how long your device must be turned off before the password is
required to use your device.
3. Enter a password and tap OK.
4. Tap YESon the confirmation screen. The password is saved and the
screen returns to the Personal tab screen.
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Note: Record your password in a safe place. If you wish to change your
password, you will have to know the existing one to access the
Password setting screen. If you forget your password, you will have to
initialize the device, which deletes all stored data and settings.
Note: Once a password is set, you will not be able to place or answer
calls, including 911 emergency calls without first entering your lock code
and unlocking the device.
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Note: You can automatically receive a call when the Auto-Answer is
activated. However, you cannot disconnect without entering the
password.
Setting the Front Light
1. Tap , then Settings. On the System tab, tap Front Light.
2. Set the Front Light.
Set the time that elapses until the front light automatically turns off if
the device is not used.
3. When finished, tap OK.
Setting Power
To confirm and control power usage:
1. Tap , then Settings. On the System tab, tap Power.
2. Set Power Options.
When the AC Adapter is used, the battery charging mode is displayed,
but the remaining battery power is not displayed.
Set the time that elapses until the power automatically turns off if the
device is not used.
3. When finished, tap OK.
Note: If the remaining battery power decreases, the brightness level
may be lower than the selected setting.
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Setting Memory
Memory for the device is automatically managed. You can adjust data
storage memory and program running memory, and confirm the amount
of free space on a storage card.
Changing memory allocation:
1.
Tap , then Settings. On the System tab, tap Memory to display the
Memory setting screen.
2. Drag the slider widthwise to adjust the memory allocation between
Storage and Program.
3. When finished, tap OK.
To confirm usage status of a storage card:
1.
Tap , then Settings. On the System tab, tap Memory, then the
Storage Card tab on the bottom.
2. When finished, tap OK.
Releasing memory:
If memory is approaching full capacity, you can free up space by:
Transferring data to a storage card or to your computer then delete it
from your device.
Deleting unnecessary files and programs.
Quitting the program currently in use.
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