Sprint PCS International Phone
IP-A790 by Samsung®
User’s Guide
XL30.10_LMa790_021605_F1
Key Tone Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Application Volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Display Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Location Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Auto-Answer Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Locking Your Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Calling in Lock Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Restricting Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Using Special Numbers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Erasing Pictures/Videos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Menu Navigation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Viewing the Menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Viewing History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
Erasing Call History. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88
Finding Contact Entries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
Viewing Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
Erasing Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
Using the Calculator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100
World Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
New Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106
Calling Contacts Entries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
Using Check <Item>. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Storing Pictures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121
Using Voicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140
Voicemail Notification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140
Making a Three-Way Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
Using Call Forwarding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .151
Section 4: Safety Guidelines
and Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Welcome to Sprint
Sprint has the most complete, all-digital wireless network in the
nation. Depend on it. We are committed to bringing you the best
wireless technology available. With Sprint, you get the most
complete, all-digital wireless network in the nation so all your
services work the same wherever you go on the network. We built
our network right from the start, so no matter where you are on
the enhanced Sprint Nationwide PCS Network, all your services –
whether it’s Voicemail, Caller ID, email, or Sprint PCS Picture Mail
– will work the same.
This guide will familiarize you with our technology and your new
Sprint PCS Phone through simple, easy-to-follow instructions. If
you have already reviewed the Guide to Activating and Using Your
Phone, that was packaged with your new phone, then you're ready
to explore the advanced features outlined in this guide.
If you have not read your Guide to Activating and Using Your Phone,
go to Section One – Getting Started. This section provides all the
information you need to unlock your phone, set up your voicemail,
and much more. It also contains information on how to contact
Sprint if you have any questions about your service, wish to check
your account balance, or want to purchase additional products or
services.
Sprint is different. All your services work the same wherever you
go on the most complete, all-digital wireless network in the nation.
Welcome and thank you for choosing Sprint.
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Introduction
This User’s Guide introduces you to Sprint PCS Service and all the
features of your new phone. It’s divided into four sections:
ࡗ Section 1: Getting Started ࡗ Section 2: Your Sprint PCS Phone ࡗ Section 3: Sprint PCS Service Features ࡗ Section 4: Safety Guidelines 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 like to get right to a specific feature, simply
locate that section in the Table of Contents and click on the page
number to go directly to that page. Follow the instructions in that
section, and you'll be ready to use your phone in no time.
You can view this guide online or print it to keep it on hand. If you're
viewing it online, simply click on a topic in the Table of Contents or Index
or on any page reference. The PDF will automatically display the
appropriate page.
Note:
Your new Sprint PCS Vision International Phone IP-A790 allows you to
roam internationally in over 100 countries using GSM technology and a
SIM card. Many features that are available on the Sprint Nationwide
PCS Network and while roaming on other CDMA (domestic) networks
may not be available while roaming internationally in GSM mode. For
information on using your phone in GSM mode, please refer to Section
GSM
Note:
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Section 1A
Setting Up Service
In This Section
ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ Getting Started With Sprint PCS Service
Setting Up Your Voicemail
Sprint PCS Account Passwords
Getting Help
Setting up service on your new Sprint PCS Phone is quick and easy.
This section walks you through the necessary steps to set up your
phone, unlock your phone, set up your voicemail, establish passwords,
and contact Sprint Customer Service for assistance with your
Sprint PCS Service.
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Getting Started With Sprint PCS Service
Determining if Your Phone is Already Activated
If you purchased your phone at a Sprint PCS 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 refer to the Guide to Activating
and Using Your Phone included with your phone.
Unlocking Your Phone
To unlock your phone, follow these easy steps:
1. Press
to turn the phone on.
2. Select Unlock (right soft key).
To select a soft key, press the soft key button directly below the soft key
text that appears at the bottom left and bottom right of your phone’s
display screen. Soft key actions change according to the screen you’re
viewing and will not appear if there is no corresponding action available.
Note:
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 last four digits of either
your Social Security number or Sprint PCS Phone Number or try 0000. If
none of these work, call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4PCS
(4727).
Tip:
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Setting Up Your Voicemail
All unanswered calls to your Sprint PCS 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 Sprint PCS Phone is activated.
To set up your voicemail:
1. Press and hold
.
2. Follow the system prompts to:
Ⅲ Create your pass code
Ⅲ Record your greeting
Ⅲ Record your name announcement
Ⅲ Choose whether or not to activate One-Touch Message
Access (a feature that lets you access messages simply by
pressing and holding
enter your pass code)
, bypassing the need for you to
The voicemail setup process may vary in certain Affiliate areas.
Note:
For more information about using your voicemail, see
If your phone is in GSM mode and in a GSM service area, unanswered
calls will not be transferred to voicemail. For more information about
using your phone and service in GSM mode, see Section 3D:"Sprint PCS
GSM
Note:
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Sprint PCS Account Passwords
As a Sprint PCS customer, you enjoy unlimited access to your
personal account information, your voicemail account, and your
Sprint PCS Vision account. To ensure that no one else has access to
your information, you will need to create passwords to protect your
privacy.
Account Password
If you are the account owner, you'll have an account password 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 pays for your Sprint PCS Service), you can
Voicemail Password
You'll create your voicemail password (or pass code) when you set
more information on your voicemail password.
Sprint PCS Vision Password
If you have a Sprint PCS Phone, you can set up a Vision Password.
This optional password may be used to authorize purchase of
Premium Services content and to protect personal information on
multi-phone accounts.
For more information or to change your passwords, sign on to
www.sprintpcs.com or call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4PCS
(4727).
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Getting Help
Visit Our Website
You can get up-to-date information on Sprint PCS Services and
When you visit us online, you can
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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
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Reaching Sprint Customer Service
You can reach Sprint Customer Service many different ways:
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Dial
on your Sprint PCS Phone
Sign on to your account at www.sprintpcs.com
Write to us at Sprint Customer Service, P.O. Box 8077,
London, KY 40742
Receiving Automated Invoicing Information
For your convenience, your phone gives you access to invoicing
information on your Sprint PCS Account. This information includes
balance due, payment received, invoicing cycle, and the number of
minutes used since your last invoicing cycle. (Normal airtime usage
will apply.)
To access automated invoicing information:
ᮣ Press
.
This service may not be available in all Affiliate areas.
Note:
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Sprint PCS Directory Assistance
You have access to a variety of services and information through
Sprint PCS Directory Assistance, including residential, business, and
government listings; assistance with local or long-distance calls;
movie listings; and hotel, restaurant, shopping, and major local
event information. There is a per-call charge and you will be billed
for airtime.
To call Sprint PCS Directory Assistance:
ᮣ Press
.
Sprint PCS Operator Services
Sprint PCS 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 PCS Operator Services:
ᮣ Press
.
For more information or to see the latest in products and services,
Sprint PCS Operator Services may not be available in all Affiliate areas.
Note:
Sprint PCS International Roaming Customer Solutions
For assistance with your phone’s GSM capabilities, SIM card
use, or for other international roaming questions, you can contact
Sprint PCS International Roaming Customer Solutions. (For more
details about using your phone’s GSM mode, see "Sprint PCS
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While in the United States, call 1-888-226-7212.
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While traveling outside of the United States, call 1-817-698-4199.
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Section 2A
Your Sprint PCS Phone: The Basics
In This Section
ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ Front View of Your Phone
Viewing the Display Screen
Features of Your Sprint PCS International Phone
Turning Your Phone On and Off
Using Your Phone’s Battery and Charger
Displaying Your Phone Number
Making and Answering Calls
Entering Text
Your Sprint PCS International Phone is packed with features that simplify
your life and expand your ability to stay connected to the people and
information that are important to you. This section will guide you
through the basic functions and calling features of your phone.
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Key Functions
1. Speaker: The speaker allows you to hear the other caller and
the different ring tones and sounds offered by your phone.
2. Signal Strength Indicator: This icon represents the signal
strength by displaying bars. The more bars displayed, the
better the signal strength.
3. Application Icons: These icons represent the menu structure of
the phone. By pressing the navigation key, you can select the
desired function.
4. Display Screen: This screen displays all the information needed
to operate your phone.
5. OK Key: Pressing
when navigating through a menu accepts
the highlighted choice in the menu. If you press once in
standby mode, the Pics. Video menu is displayed. If you press
and hold, the camera is launched.
6. Left Soft Key: This key is used to navigate through menus and
applications by selecting the choice available in the Left Soft
Key Option on your display screen.
7. Volume Key: Allows you to adjust the ringer volume in standby
mode (with the flip 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. To mute the
ringer during an incoming call, press the volume key up or
down.
8. Camera Key: Allows you to launch the Camera with the press of
a button when the flip is open.
9. TALK Key: Allows you to place or receive a call. In standby
mode, press the key once to access the Recent call log. If you
press and hold the key down, you will initiate the Voice
Recognition feature.
10. Voicemail Key: Press and hold to automatically dial your
voicemail.
11. Numeric Keypad: Use these keys to enter numbers, letters, and
characters.
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12. Shift/Asterisk Key: Enters the asterisk [*] character for calling
features. In text entry mode, press to change the character
input type.
13. Power/Accessory Interface Connector: This connector is used to
plug in the charging accessories and also connect any available
accessory cables to your phone.
14. Space/Pound Key: Enters the pound [#] character for calling
features. In text entry mode, press to enter a space.
15. Next/Plus Code Key: Allows you to make international calls by
placing a plus (+) sign prefix and country code before the
other digits of the phone number. Also allows you to cycle
through different word options when using T9 Word predictive
text mode.
16. END Key: Ends a call. Press and hold this key for a few seconds
to turn your phone on or off. 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.
17. Navigation Key: This key allows you to scroll through the phone
menu options and provides a shortcut to phone functions from
standby mode.
18. BACK Key: Deletes characters from the display when you are in
text entry mode. When in a menu, press to return to the
previous menu. This key also allows you to return to the
previous screen in a Sprint PCS Vision session.
19. Side Camera Key: Allows you to launch the Camera with the
press of a button when the flip is open. When the flip is
closed, you can press and hold to launch the camera using the
external LCD as a viewfinder.
20. Right Soft Key: This key is used to navigate through menus and
applications by selecting the choice available in the Right Soft
Key Option on your display screen.
21. Vibrate/Ringer Indicator: This icon indicates whether the ringer
is set to ring only, ring and vibrate, or vibrate only.
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22. Battery Indicator: The battery indicator displays the amount of
remaining battery charge currently available in your phone.
When all bars are displayed in the battery icon, the phone’s
battery is fully charged. When no bars are displayed, the
phone’s battery is completely discharged or empty.
23. Position Location: This icon indicates that the position location
feature is active.
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:
displays your current signal strength. The more
lines you have, the stronger your signal.
means your phone cannot find a signal.
tells you a call is in progress.
indicates that your phone is in GSM mode.
indicates that you have voicemail, text,
numeric pages, picture messages, video
messages, or Sprint PCS Web Alert messages
waiting. Press
briefly to see a list of pending
messages or press and hold to dial your
voicemail box.
indicates that there is an unread message in
your inbox.
indicates that the text message has been read.
indicates that there is an unread urgent message in your
inbox.
indicates that you have read the urgent message.
indicates that you have new Sprint PCS Picture Mail waiting
in your inbox.
indicates that you have new voicemail.
indicates that the message was sent.
indicates that the message failed to send.
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indicates that you have a pending message.
indicates that the message is a draft.
indicates that there is URL text contained in the
text message.
indicates that your Sprint PCS Vision connection
is active.
indicates that your Sprint PCS Vision connection is
dormant or inactive.
indicates that you are receiving information.
indicates that you are sending information.
indicates that your phone is in vibrate mode.
indicates that your phone is in ringer+vibrate mode.
indicates that the ringer is set at a level
between 1-8 or that 1-Beep is selected.
indicates that the ringer is turned off.
shows your current battery charge strength.
(Icon shown fully charged.)
indicates that position location is active.
indicates that position location is inactive.
indicates that the TTY option is on.
indicates that your phone is roaming in CDMA mode.
There is no roaming in GSM.
indicates that your message is locked.
indicates that your phone is in security mode.
indicates that an alarm is set on your phone.
indicates that a file (ringer, game, screen saver,
java app, etc.) has been downloaded to your
phone.
indicates that the camera is enabled.
indicates that the self-timer function is enabled. With the
self-timer enabled, a set amount of time is required prior
to taking a picture.
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indicates that the white balance has been set to Auto. This
automatically adjusts the white balance.
indicates that the white balance has been set to Sunny.
This is used for taking pictures or movies outdoors on
bright sunny days.
indicates that the white balance has been set to Cloudy.
This is used for taking pictures or movies outdoors under
cloudy conditions.
indicates that the white balance has been set to Tungsten.
This is used for taking pictures or movies indoors under
normal lighting conditions.
indicates that the white balance has been set to
Fluorescent. This is used for taking pictures or movies
indoors under fluorescent lighting conditions.
indicates that the white balance has been set to Manual.
This is used for taking pictures indoors or outdoors using
your own custom settings.
indicates that a picture has been assigned a function. An
example may be Picture ID, Screen Saver, or Incoming
Call.
indicates that a picture has been uploaded to an online
album or folder.
indicates that a picture has been downloaded.
Display indicators help you manage your roaming charges by letting you
know when you’re off the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network and whether
you’re operating in digital or analog mode. (For more information, see
Section 2D: Controlling Your Roaming Experience on page 61.)
Note:
Tip:
You can also view a list of onscreen icons on your phone by navigating
to [Settings > Phone Info > Icon Glossary].
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External LCD
External LCD:
Time/Date is displayed in Digital 2 mode.
displays your current signal strength. The more
lines you have, the stronger your signal.
means your phone cannot find a signal.
tells you a call is in progress.
indicates that you have voicemail, text,
numeric pages, picture messages, video
messages, or Sprint PCS Web Alert messages
waiting. Press
briefly to see a list of pending
messages or press and hold to dial your
voicemail box.
shows your current battery charge
strength. (Icon shown fully charged.) Icon
is animated while charging.
indicates that an alarm is set on your
phone.
indicates that the ringer is set at a level
between 1-8 or 1-Beep.
indicates that your phone is in vibrate mode.
indicates that your phone is in vibrate+ringer mode.
indicates that TTY option is on.
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Features of Your Sprint PCS International Phone
Congratulations on the purchase of your Sprint PCS International
Phone. The IP-A790 by Samsung® is lightweight, easy-to-use, reliable,
and it also offers many significant features and service options. The
following list previews some of those features and options and
provides page numbers where you can find out more:
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Digital quad-band capability allows you to make and receive calls
while on the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network, to roam on other
1900 and 800 MHz CDMA digital networks where Sprint has
and to make and receive calls on compatible 900 and 1800 MHz
GSM digital networks while roaming internationally in GSM
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Sprint PCS Video Mail allows you to send video clips to other
Sprint PCS phones or to the email addresses of friends
and family.
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Media Player allows you to watch full motion video clips on your
SM
Sprint PCS Vision provides access to the wireless Internet in
Sprint PCS Mail and SMS Text Messaging provide quick and
SM
Sprint PCS Voice Command lets you dial phone numbers by
speaking someone’s name or the digits in their phone number
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Games, ringers, screen savers, and other applications can be
downloaded to your phone to make your Sprint PCS Phone as
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The built-in organizer lets you schedule alerts to remind you of
Contacts allows you to store up to 500 phone numbers and email
Sprint PCS Picture MailSM and the built-in Digital Camera allow
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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 displays “Information: Sprint / CDMA
system start” 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 PCS Service by pressing any key (when your phone is
turned on).
The Power Save feature helps to conserve your battery power when you
are in an area where there is no signal.
Tip:
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
Battery Capacity
Your Sprint PCS Phone is equipped with a Lithium Ion (LiIon)
battery. The standard battery provides up to 3.0 hours of continuous
digital talk time in CDMA mode and up to 3.5 hours of continuous
digital talk time in GSM mode.
The extended battery provides up to 4.7 hours of continuous digital
talk time in CDMA mode and up to 5.2 hours of continuous digital
talk time in GSM mode.
When the battery reaches 5% of its capacity, the battery icon blinks.
When there are approximately two minutes of talk time left, the
phone sounds an audible alert and then powers down.
Long backlight settings, searching for service, vibrate mode, and
browser use affect the battery’s talk and standby times.
Note:
Tip:
Be sure to watch your phone’s battery level indicator and charge the
battery before it runs out of power.
Installing the Battery
To install the Li-Ion battery:
1. Insert the battery into the opening on the back of the phone at
an angle, making sure the plastic tab on the bottom of the
battery is inserted into the matching slot in the phone.
2. Press down until the battery snaps into place.
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Removing the Battery
To remove your battery:
1. Make sure the power is off so that you don’t lose any stored
numbers or messages.
2. Push the battery release latch up completely.
3. Using the side tabs, pull the top of the battery away from the
phone and remove.
Charging the Battery
Your Sprint PCS 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 upper-right corner of your phone’s display
screen. If the battery charge is getting too low, the battery icon
(
) blinks and the phone sounds a warning tone.
Always use a Sprint approved desktop charger, travel adapter, or
vehicle power adapter to charge your battery.
Using the wrong battery charger could cause damage to your phone
and void the warranty.
Warning!
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Using the Travel Adapter
To use the travel adapter provided with your phone:
ᮣ Plug the round end of the AC adapter into your phone and the
other end into the electrical outlet.
Ⅲ A red light on the phone lets you know the battery is
charging.
Ⅲ A yellow light on the phone indicates that there is a
problem charging the battery.
Ⅲ A green light indicates that the battery is at least
90 percent charged.
It takes approximately 4 hours to fully recharge a completely
rundown battery. With the Sprint-approved Li-Ion battery,
you can recharge the battery before it becomes completely
run down.
When the flip is open, an animated battery icon is displayed on the
screen. When the flip is closed and the battery is completely
charged, a green light is displayed continuously.
Your IP-A790 comes with a standard North American travel charger and
an adapter for use in Europe. If you require an outlet adapter for use in the
U.K. or Australia, please call Sprint PCS International Roaming Customer
Solutions at 1-888-226-7212. For more information about international
GSM
Note:
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Displaying Your Phone Number
Just in case you forget your phone number, your Sprint PCS Phone
can remind you.
To display your phone number:
1. Press the left
2. Highlight Settings and press
3. Press to access Phone Number. (Your phone
for Menu.
.
number and Sprint PCS Vision User name information will be
displayed.)
To access the phone’s main menu, press Menu (Left Soft Key) from
standby mode. Menu items may be selected by highlighting them with
the navigation key and pressing OK, or you can press the number
corresponding to the menu item on your keypad.
Note:
Making and Answering Calls
Making Calls
Placing a call from your Sprint PCS Phone is as easy as making a call
from any land-line phone. Just enter the number and press
you’re on your way to clear calls.
and
For information on making calls while roaming internationally in GSM
GSM
Note:
To make a call using your keypad:
1. Make sure your phone is on.
2. Enter a phone number. (If you make a mistake while dialing,
press
to erase one digit at a time. Press and hold
to
erase the entire number.)
3. Press . (To make a call when you are roaming and
Call Guard is enabled, press
and then
. See “Call
4. Press
or close the phone when you are finished.
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To redial your last outgoing call, press TALK twice.
Tip:
When making calls while roaming off the Sprint Nationwide PCS
Network, always dial using 11 digits (1 + area code + phone number). For
more information, see "Sprint PCS International Roaming" on page 177.
You can also place calls from your Sprint PCS Phone by using
SM
To speed dial a phone number from standby mode, press and hold the
speed dial number. If the speed dial number is two digits, enter the first
digit, then press and hold the second digit. (For information on setting up
speed dial numbers, see “Assigning Speed Dial Numbers” on page 92.)
(This feature will not work when you are roaming off the Sprint
NationwidePCS Network; when roaming you must dial using eleven
digits [1 + the area code + the seven-digit phone number.])
Tip:
Answering Calls
To answer an incoming call:
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 “Call
Your Sprint PCS Phone notifies you of incoming calls in the
following ways:
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
The phone rings or vibrates (unless set to Silence All).
The LED flashes.
The backlight illuminates.
The screen displays an incoming call message.
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If the incoming call is from a number stored in contacts, the entry
name is displayed. The caller’s phone number may also be displayed,
if available.
The following options are also available:
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
Press
to quiet the ringer.
to Answer or right
Press the left
to Ignore.
Press and hold the volume key to send the incoming call to your
voicemail box or press and release to silence the ringer.
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 Nationwide
PCS 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:
ᮣ Press
to answer the incoming call and then
to
additional information.)
When your phone is off, incoming calls go directly to voicemail.
Note:
Ending a Call
To disconnect a call when you are finished:
ᮣ Close the phone or press
.
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:
ᮣ Highlight the entry and press
press .)
. (To dial the phone number,
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Calling Emergency Numbers
You can place calls to 911 (dial
and press
),
even if your phone is locked or your account is restricted.
If you are roaming internationally in GSM mode, dial [1][1][2][Talk] to
GSM
Note:
In-Call Options
Select options by pressing the right
during a call. A list of
features is displayed that allows you to perform different actions
during the course of a call. The following options are available: (To
select an option, press the corresponding keypad number or
highlight the option and press
.)
ⅷ
(1) Key Mute or UnMute allows you to mute the microphone on
your phone so the other caller cannot hear you talking.
ⅷ
ⅷ
(2) Contacts accesses the Contacts menu.
(3) Messaging allows you to check for voicemail, Sprint PCS
Picture Mail, email, and notifications.
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
(4) 3-Way Call allows you to talk to two different people at the
same time. (For more information, see "Making a Three-Way Call"
(5) Call History checks your call log for Outgoing, Incoming,
Missed, and All Recent calls. You can also erase the logs from this
menu.
(6) Voice Memo allows you to record your conversation. (For more
ⅷ
ⅷ
(7) Tools accesses the Tools menu options.
(8) Phone Info displays the following menu:
Ⅲ (1) Phone Number
Ⅲ (2) Icon Glossary
Ⅲ (3) Version
Ⅲ (4) Advanced
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End-of-Call Options
After receiving a call from or making a call to a phone number that is
not in your Contacts, the phone number and the duration of the call
are displayed. Press the left
(Save) to add the new number to
your Contacts. (See below for more information on “Saving a Phone
Number.”)
The End-of-Call options are not displayed for calls identified as
No ID or Restricted.
Note:
Saving a Phone Number
Your Sprint PCS Phone can store up to 500 Contact numbers.
Contact entries can store up to a total of five phone numbers, and
each entry’s name can contain up to 20 characters. (For more
To save a number from standby mode:
1. Enter a phone number and press
.
The
screen does not display for the first entry
New Entry
Note:
saved into the contacts. Skip to step 3 if you are entering the
first number in the contacts.
2. Press
again for New Entry.
— or—
Highlight Existing Entry and press
to launch the Find
screen. Locate the desired contact and add the additional
number to the selected entry.
3. Use your navigation key to select a label (Mobile, Home, Work,
Pager, or Others) and press
4. Press and enter a name for the entry using the numeric
keys. Press the right to select the desired entry method
.
page 31.)
5. When finished entering the name, press
to return to the
contact entry.
6. Press the left
for Done to save the entry.
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Finding a Phone Number
This feature allows you to search for phone numbers saved in your
contacts by entering the last digits of the phone number. When
searching, you must enter the digits in sequential order starting from
the last number. For example; if you have a number saved as
“555-555-1234”, you can enter “1234” and a match will be found. If
you enter “5551”, no match will be found since the numbers are not
the last digits.
To find a phone number:
1. Enter three to six numbers of the last digits of a phone number,
press the right
, and select Find. (A list of possible matches is
displayed.)
2. Use your navigation key to display the desired entry.
3. To dial the number, highlight it and press the left
for Call.
Dialing and Saving Phone Numbers With Pauses
You can dial or save phone numbers with pauses for use with
automated systems, such as voicemail or credit card billing numbers.
There are two types of pauses available on your phone:
ⅷ
Hard Pause sends the next set of numbers when you press
.
ⅷ
2-Second Pause automatically sends the next set of numbers after
two seconds.
You can have multiple pauses in a phone number and combine 2-second
and hard pauses.
Note:
To dial or save phone numbers with pauses:
1. Enter a phone number from standby mode.
2. Press the right
and select Hard pause or 2-sec pause. Hard
pauses are displayed as a “P” and 2-second pauses as a “T”.
3. Enter additional numbers.
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4. Press
— or—
Press the right
to dial the number.
and select Save to save the number in your
internal Contacts. (Follow steps 2-6 under "Saving a Phone
When dialing a number with a hard pause, press TALK to send the next
set of numbers.
Note:
Abbreviated Dialing
Abbreviated dialing allows you to program a five or six-digit prefix
for commonly used phone numbers. When abbreviated dialing is on,
you can enter the last four or five digits of any phone number that
matches the five or six digit prefix, and the number is dialed.
To set up abbreviated dialing:
1. Press the left
.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
for Others.
4. Press
for Abbrev. Dial.
5. Press the navigation key up or down to select On and
press
.
6. Input the five or six digit prefix and press
to Save.
Making an Abbreviated Dial Call
To make a call:
1. Enter the last four or five digits of the prefix phone number.
2. Abbrev. Dial is displayed in the lower left corner with the
prefix digits displayed.
If there is a Contact entry that matches the last four digits, a list is
displayed which allows you to select the desired number to call.
Note:
3. Press
to begin the call.
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Dialing From Contacts
To dial directly from a Contact entry:
1. Press the right
to display your Contacts Find menu.
2. Enter the first few letters of the Contact name using the
numeric keypad.
3. The matching contact is automatically highlighted.
4. Press
to make the call.
If the desired entry contains more than one phone number, scroll left
or right to display the icon for the number you wish to call and press
TALK to make the call.
Note:
Using Speed Dialing
You can store up to 99 numbers in your phone’s speed dial memory
to make contacting friends and family as easy as pressing a few
buttons. With this feature, you can dial Speed Dial entries using one
key press for locations 1-9 or two key presses for locations 10-99.
To use One-Touch Dialing for Speed Dial locations 1-9:
ᮣ Press and hold the appropriate key for approximately two
seconds. (The display confirms that the number has been
dialed when it shows “Calling...”.)
To use Two-Touch Dialing for Speed Dial locations 10-99:
1. Press the first digit.
2. Press and hold the second digit for approximately two seconds.
(The display confirms that the number has been dialed when it
shows “Calling...”.)
Speed dialing is not available when you are roaming; when you are
roaming off the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network, you must always dial
using eleven digits (1 + area code + number).
Note:
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To reassign a speed dial number:
1. Press the right
for Contacts.
2. Highlight the desired entry and press
.
3. Press the right
4. Highlight the desired label and press the right
5. Press for Speed Dial.
6. Enter the desired number using the keypad or press
for Edit.
for Options.
up or
down to highlight the desired number and press the left
for Select.
7. Press the left
for Done.
Using Plus (+) Code Dialing
When placing calls outside of the country in which you’re located,
Plus Code Dialing automatically dials the international access code
for the country in which you are located (for instance, 011 for
international calls placed from the United States). When activated,
Plus Code Dialing works both in CDMA and GSM (International
Roaming) modes.
To enable or disable Plus Code Dialing:
1. From standby mode, press the left
2. Highlight Settings and press
for Menu.
.
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
for Others.
for Plus Code Dialing.
for Plus Code.
6. Highlight Enable or Disable and press
.
To make a call using Plus Code Dialing:
1. Press and hold
2. Dial the country code and phone number you’re calling and
press . (The access code for international dialing will
until a “+” sign displays on your phone.
automatically be dialed, followed by the country code and the
phone number you entered.)
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Entering Text
Selecting a Character Input Mode
Your Sprint PCS Phone provides convenient ways to enter words,
letters, punctuation, symbols, and numbers whenever you are
prompted to enter text (for example, when adding a Contact entry
or when sending Sprint PCS Mail and SMS Text Messages).
To change the character input mode:
1. When you are prompted to enter text, press the
right
(Options).
2. Select a character input mode:
Ⅲ T9 (English) to enter characters using predictive
Ⅲ Alpha to enter characters by tapping the keypad
Entering Characters Using T9 Text Input
T9 Text Input lets you enter text in your Sprint PCS Phone by
pressing keys just once per letter. (To select the T9 (English) mode
when entering text, see “Selecting a Character Input Mode” above.)
T9 Text Input analyzes the letters you enter using an intuitive word
database and creates a suitable word. (The word may change as you
type.) If the word you want does not display after you have entered
all the letters, press
to scroll through additional word
selections. To accept a word and insert a space, press
.
If you make a mistake, press to erase a single character. Press
to delete an entire entry.
and hold
To enter text using T9:
1. From the text entry screen (for example, a new event in
scheduler), press the right and select T9 (English).
2. Use your keypad to enter the new event. (For example, to
enter “Meeting”, press once, twice, once,
once, once, and
once.)
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Entering Characters by Tapping the Keypad
To enter characters by tapping the keypad, select the Alpha mode
corresponding key repeatedly until the desired character appears.
By default, the first letter of the first word is capitalized and
following letters are lowercase.
To enter text using Alpha:
1. From a text entry screen (for example, a contact entry), press
the right
and select Alpha.
2. Use your keypad to enter the contact's name. (For example, to
enter "Bill," press
times, press
twice,
three times,
three
to advace the cursor or wait for it to
advance automatically, and press
three times.)
Characters scroll in the following order:
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
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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
Shift
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.
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Section 2B
Controlling Your Phone’s Settings
In This Section
ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ Network Settings
Sound Settings
Display Settings
Location Settings
Airplane Mode
TTY Use With Sprint PCS Service
Phone Setup Options
Using the menu options available on your Sprint PCS Phone, 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.
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34
Network Settings
The digital quad-band capability of your IP-A790 by Samsung allows
you to operate on both CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access)
digital networks (including the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network) and
GSM (Global System for Mobile communications) digital networks,
depending on your phone’s settings. The default setting is CDMA
mode, which is the setting used throughout the U.S.
To switch from CDMA (default) mode to GSM (International Roaming)
mode:
When switching from GSM mode to CDMA or from CDMA to
GSM, the phone will power off and then back on
automatically.
Note:
1. Make sure you have a valid SIM (Subscriber Identity Module)
card inserted into the phone’s SIM card slot (see "Installing a
2. From standby mode, press the left
3. Highlight Settings and press
4. Press for Switch Network.
for Menu.
.
5. Select int’L-GSM and press
. (“Change Phone Mode?” will
display.)
6. Press the left
for Yes. (Your phone is now in GSM mode
and the
icon will appear on the phone’s display.)
For more information about GSM mode and international roaming, see
GSM
Note:
To switch from GSM mode to CDMA mode:
1. From standby mode, press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
3. Press for Switch Network.
.
4. Select Sprint/CDMA and press
. (“Change Phone Mode?”
will display.)
5. Press the left soft key for Yes. (Your phone is now in CDMA
mode.)
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Sound Settings
Ringer Types
Ringer types help you identify incoming calls and messages. You can
assign ringer types to individual contact entries, types of calls,
Scheduler entries, and types of messages.
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
Single Tones are non-polyphonic traditional style ring tones.
Ring Tones include a variety of standard ringer types.
Melodies includes a variety of standard musical melodies.
Downloaded can be downloaded right to your phone. (See
“Downloading Ringers, Screen Savers and Games” on page 159
ⅷ
Vibrate alerts you to calls or messages without disturbing others.
To select vibrate mode, press the volume key down while your
phone is in idle mode until Vibrate is selected.
Selecting Ringer Types for Voice Calls
Your Sprint PCS 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. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
7. Press
for Sounds.
for Ringer Type.
for Voice Calls.
for With Caller ID or
for No Caller ID.
up or down to select Single Tones, Ring Tones,
Melodies, or Downloaded ringers and press
.
8. Press
up or down to select the desired Ringer.
to Save and exit.
9. Press
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To access the phone’s main menu, press (Menu) from standby mode.
Menu items may be selected by highlighting them with the navigation
key and pressing OK, or you can press the number corresponding to the
menu item on your keypad.
Note:
Selecting Ringer Types for Messages
To select a ringer type for messages:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
for Sounds.
for Ringer Type.
for Messages.
for Voicemail,
for Text Message, or
for
Picture Mail.
7. Press
up or down to select Single Tones, Ring Tones,
Melodies, or Downloaded ringers and press
.
8. Press
up or down to select the desired Ringer.
to Save and exit.
9. Press
Selecting Ringer Types for Scheduled Alerts
To select a ringer type for scheduled alerts:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
for Sounds.
for Ringer Type.
for Schedule.
up or down to select Single Tones, Ring Tones,
Melodies, or Downloaded ringers and press
.
7. Press
up or down to select the desired Ringer.
to Save and exit.
8. Press
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Selecting Ringer Type for Roam Ringer
To select a ringer type for incoming roam calls:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
for Sounds.
for Ringer Type.
for Roam Ringer.
6. Select Normal or Distinctive and press
.
Key Tone Level
Your phone offers a number of options for selecting the audible
tones accompanying a key press.
There are three different tones available:
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
Normal - Normal key beeps are heard when a button is pressed.
Rain Drop - Polyphonic tones are heard when a key is pressed.
Voice - Polyphonic voice tones are heard when you press a key.
To select a key tone:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
7. Press
for Sounds.
for Key Tone.
for Tone Type.
up or down to select the desired tone type.
to Save.
Key Tone Volume
To adjust the key tone volume:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
for Sounds.
for Key Tone.
for Key Tone Level.
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6. Press
right to increase or left to decrease the volume.
7. Press
to Save.
Selecting Tone Length
Your phone offers a number of options for selecting the audible
tones accompanying a key press. Longer tone lengths may be better
for tone recognition when dialing voicemail or other automated
systems.
To select a key tone:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
for Sounds.
4. Press
for Tone Length.
5. Select Short or Long and press
.
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, key beep, or earpiece volume:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
7. Press
for Sounds.
for Ringer Volume.
for Calls,
for Messages, or
for Alarms.
left or right until the desired volume level is selected.
to Save and exit.
You can adjust the ringer volume in standby mode (or the earpiece
volume during a call) by using the volume key on the side of your phone.
Tip:
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Alert Notification
Your Sprint PCS Phone can alert you with an audible tone when you
change service areas, once a minute during a voice call, or when a
call has been connected.
The different actions available are:
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
Minute Beep - An alert tone is sounded every minute that you are
connected.
Service - An alert tone is sounded when you come in or out of
your coverage area.
Connect - An alert tone is sounded when you are initially
connected.
Signal Fade Tone - An alert tone is sounded when the signal fades
and the connection is lost.
Power On/Off - An alert tone is sounded when your phone is
powered on or off.
To enable or disable alert sounds:
1. Press the left for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
for Sounds.
4. Press
for Alerts.
5. Press:
Ⅲ
Ⅲ
Ⅲ
Ⅲ
Ⅲ
for Minute Beep.
for Service.
for Connect.
for Sig. Fade Tone.
for Power On/Off.
6. Press
up or down to select On or Off and press
.
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Application Volume
This setting allows you to control the default volume and vibrate
settings in downloaded applications on your Sprint PCS phone.
When the application is opened, the default setting is enabled and
you can adjust the volume setting by using the volume keys located
on the side of the handset.
To set the Application Volume:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
for Sounds.
4. Press
for App. Volume.
5. Press:
Ⅲ
for Sound.
Ⅲ
for Vibrate.
6. Press
left or right to select a desired volume level or
vibrate.
7. Press
to save.
Silence All
There may be times 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 Silence All:
ᮣ Press and hold the volume key down in standby mode.
(The screen will display “Silence All.”)
To deactivate Silence All:
ᮣ Press the volume key up repeatedly to select a desired
volume level.
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Display Settings
Changing the Text Greeting
The text greeting can be up to fourteen characters and is displayed
on your phone’s screen in standby mode. You may choose to display
a custom greeting or you may display the phone's default greeting
(“Sprint PCS”) on the screen.
To display or change your custom greeting:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
for Display.
for Greeting.
up or down to select Custom and press
to clear the existing greeting.
.
6. Press and hold
7. Use the numeric keypad to enter a new custom greeting. (See
8. Press
To display “Sprint PCS” as your greeting:
1. Press the left for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
to Save and exit.
.
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
for Display.
for Greeting.
up or down to select Sprint PCS and press
.
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Changing the Backlight Time Length
The backlight setting lets you select how long the display screen and
keypad are backlit after any key press is made.
To change the backlight setting:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
for Display.
Backlight.
4. Press for
5. Press
for Main Display,
for Keypad, or
for
Pwr Save Mode.
6. Press
up or down to select:
Ⅲ Main Display - Flip open, 30 seconds, 15 seconds,
8 seconds.
Ⅲ Keypad - Flip open, 30 seconds, 15 seconds, 8 seconds,
or Off
Ⅲ Pwr Save Mode - On or Off.
7. Press
to Save.
Long backlight settings affect the battery’s talk and standby times.
Note:
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Changing the Display Screen
Your new Sprint PCS Phone offers options for what you see on the
display screen when in standby mode.
Changing the Main Display
To change the main displayimages:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
for Display.
for Screen Saver.
for Main LCD.
up or down to select:
Ⅲ Preset Images
Ⅲ Downloads
Ⅲ My Pictures
Ⅲ My Video
7. Press
8. Use
for Assign
.
to select an image or video, and press the left
Changing the External Display
To change the external display images:
1. Follow steps 1-4 above.
2. Press
for Sub LCD.
3. Press
up or down to select:
Ⅲ
Ⅲ
Ⅲ
Preset Images
Main LCD Dlds (Downloads)
Main LCD Pic (Pictures)
4. Press
.
5. If you have selected Preset Images, use
and press the left for Assign.
to select an image
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Changing the Phone’s Menu Style
Your Sprint PCS Phone allows you to choose how the menu appears
on your display screen.
To select the display’s menu style:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
for Display.
4. Press
for Menu Style.
5. Press
up or down to select 3x3 Style or Wheel Style and
press
.
The instructions in this guide refer to the default 3x3 Style menu; if you
select the Wheel Style menu, the top-level menu numbering will differ
(for example, in 3x3 Style, Settings is option 7; in Wheel Style, Settings is
option 9).
Note:
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Location Settings
Your Sprint PCS 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.
Even if the Location feature is enabled, no service may use your location
without your express permission.
Note:
To enable your phone’s Location feature:
1. Press the left for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
for Others.
for Location. (A brief explanation will display. Use
4. Press
to scroll through to read the entire text.)
5. Press
6. Press
up or down to select On or Off.
to Save.
When the Location feature is on, your phone’s standby screen will
display the
display.
icon. When Location is turned off, the
icon will
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Airplane Mode
Airplane Mode allows you to use many of your phone’s features,
such as Games, Memo Pad, Voice Memos, etc., 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. All incoming calls
will be sent directly to your voicemail box.
To set your phone to Airplane Mode:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
for Others.
4. Press
for Airplane Mode. (A brief explanation of Airplane
Mode will display.)
5. Press
to continue.
6. Press
up or down to select On or Off and press
.
While in Airplane Mode, your phone’s standby screen will
display “Phone off.”
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TTY Use With Sprint PCS Service
A TTY (also known as a TDD or Text Telephone), is a telecom-
munications device that allows people who are deaf or 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 PCS 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.
To turn TTY Mode on or off:
1. Press
. (A brief
explanation of TTY Mode will display.)
2. Press
to continue.
3. Press
key up or down to select Enable TTY or Disable TTY
and press
.
In TTY Mode when your headset is plugged in, 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.
911 Emergency Calling
IMPORTANT
NOTICE:
Sprint recommends that TTY users make emergency calls by
other means, including Telecommunications Relay Services
(TRS), analog cellular, and land line 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
equipment or software used by PSAPs. This matter has been
brought to the attention of the FCC, and the wireless industry and
PSAP community are currently working to resolve this.
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Phone Setup Options
Shortcut
Your phone offers you the option of assigning shortcut keys to
favorite or often-used functions. Pressing the navigation key in the
proper direction in standby mode will launch your personally
designated shortcuts.
To assign a shortcut key:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
for Launch Pad.
4. Press
for Up Key,
for Down Key,
for Left Key,
or
for Right Key.
5. Press the navigation key up or down to select one of the
following functions:
Ⅲ Contacts
Ⅲ Voice Memo
Ⅲ Scheduler
Ⅲ Messaging
Ⅲ Voice Service
Ⅲ Ringer Type
Ⅲ Downloads
Ⅲ Display
Ⅲ Alarms
Ⅲ Calculator
Ⅲ Mediaplayer
Ⅲ Web
Ⅲ Inbox
Ⅲ Send Text
6. Press to
Save.
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Call Answer Mode
You can determine how to answer incoming calls on your phone,
whether you want to be required to press
number key, or simply to open the phone.
, to press any
To set call answer mode:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
for Others.
for Call Answer and select one of the following:
4. Press
Ⅲ Any Key
Ⅲ Talk Key
Ⅲ Flip Open
5. Press to Save.
Auto-Answer Mode
You may set your phone to automatically pick up incoming calls
when connected to an optional hands-free car kit or headset.
To set Auto-Answer mode:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
for Others.
for Auto Answer.
up or down to select Yes or No.
to Save.
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Display Language
You can choose to display your Sprint PCS Phone’s on-screen menus
in English or in Spanish.
To assign a language for the phone’s display:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
for Others.
for Language.
up or down to select English or Español.
to Save.
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Section 2C
Setting Your Phone’s Security
In This Section
ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ Accessing the Security Menu
Using Your Phone’s Lock Feature
Restricting Calls
Lock Services
Using Special Numbers
Erasing Contacts
Erasing Downloads
Erasing Pictures/Videos
Resetting Your Phone
Resetting Your Picture Account
Security Features for Sprint PCS Vision
SM
By using the security settings on your Sprint PCS Phone, you receive
peace of mind without sacrificing flexibility. This section will 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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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. Press the left
2. Highlight Settings and press
3. Press for Security.
4. Enter your lock code. (The security menu is displayed.)
for Menu.
.
If you can’t recall your lock code, try using the last four digits of either
your Social Security number or Sprint PCS Phone Number or try 0000. If
none of these work, call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4PCS
(4727).
Tip:
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.
To lock your phone:
1. From the Security menu, press
2. Highlight Lock Now and press
To lock on power-up
for Lock Phone.
.
1. From the Security menu, press
for Lock Phone.
2. Use
to select On Power-Up and press
.
Unlocking Your Phone
To unlock your phone:
1. Press either
.
2. Enter your lock code.
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Locking Pictures/Videos
To lock pictures:
1. From the Security menu, press
for Lock Pic/Video.
2. Press the navigation key up or down to select On or Off and
press
.
Changing the Lock Code
To change your lock code:
1. From the Security menu, press
2. Enter your new lock code and press
for Change Lock.
.
3. Re-enter your new lock code and press
.
Calling in Lock Mode
You can place calls to 911 and to your special numbers when in
lock mode. (For information on special numbers, see “Using Special
To place an outgoing call in lock mode:
ᮣ 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. You can use the Restrict Calls setting to do just that.
(The Restrict Calls setting does not apply to 911 or Sprint Customer
Service.)
You can select one of the following options:
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
Allow all - Allows all calls to be made without any restrictions.
(Default setting.)
Contacts Only - Allows you to call only the entries saved in the
contacts. You can receive incoming calls from anyone.
Special# Only - Allows you to call only the three numbers stored
in the Special# section in the Security menu. You can receive
incoming calls from anyone.
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To restrict calls:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
for Others.
4. Press
for Restriction and enter your lock code using the
keypad.
5. Press
for Outgoing Call.
6. Press
up or down to select Allow all, Contacts Only, or
Special# Only and press
.
Lock Services
Locking Voice Calls
With this feature active, you will not be able to make or receive
voice calls except 911.
To lock or unlock voice calls:
1. From the security menu, press
for Lock Services.
2. Press
for Voice.
up or down to select Lock or Unlock and press
3. Press
.
.
Locking Sprint PCS Vision Services
To lock or unlock Sprint PCS Vision services:
1. From the security menu, press
for Lock Services.
2. Press
for PCS Vision.
3. Press
up or down to select Lock or Unlock and press
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Using Special Numbers
Special numbers are important numbers that you have designated as
being “always available.” You can call and receive calls from special
numbers even if your phone is locked.
You can save three special numbers in addition to your Contact
entries (the same number may be in both directories).
To add or replace a special number:
1. From the Security menu, press
for Special #.
2. Select entry one, two, or three and press
.
3. Enter the number using the keypad.
4. Press
to Save.
There are no Speed Dial options associated with special numbers.
Note:
Erasing Contacts
You can quickly and easily erase all of your Contacts.
To erase all the names and phone numbers in your Contacts:
1. From the Security menu, press
for Erase Phone.
2. Press
3. Press
4. Press
for Erase Contacts.
up to select Yes and press
.
up again to select Yes to confirm and press
to
permanently delete.
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Erasing Downloads
This option deletes all saved downloaded content from the phone,
including games, ringers, screen savers, and applications.
To erase your downloads:
1. From the Security menu, press
for Erase Phone.
2. Press
for Erase Downloads.
3. Press
up and select Yes.
4. If you are certain you wish to erase all downloaded content,
press
.
If you have assigned any downloaded content, such as ringers or screen
savers, to phone tasks, erasing the content will return the tasks to their
default settings.
Note:
Erasing Pictures/Videos
You can quickly and easily delete all pictures or videos currently
saved in your phone.
To erase your pictures/Videos:
1. From the Security menu, press
for Erase Phone.
2. Press
3. Press
4. Press
for Erase Pic/Video.
up and select Yes.
.
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Resetting Your Phone
Resetting the phone restores all the factory defaults, including the
ringer types and display settings. The Contacts, Call History,
Scheduler, and Messaging are not affected.
To reset your phone:
1. From the Security menu, press
for Reset Phone.
2. Press
3. Press
4. Press
up to select Yes and press
.
up again to confirm and select Yes.
to reset.
Resetting Your Picture Account
This option erases the token (login) information for your
Sprint PCS Picture Mail account.
To reset your account:
1. From the Security menu, press
for Reset Pic/Video
Account.
2. Press
up and select Yes.
3. Press
to reset.
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Security Features for Sprint PCS Vision
Enabling and Disabling Sprint PCS Vision Services
You can disable Sprint PCS Vision services without turning off your
phone; however, you will not have access to all Vision services,
including Web and messaging. Disabling Sprint PCS Vision will avoid
any charges associated with Vision services. While signed out, you can
still place or receive phone calls, check voicemail, and use other voice
services. You may enable Vision services again at any time.
To disable Vision services:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
for PCS Vision.
for Enable/Disable Vision.
4. Press
5. Read the Sprint PCS information message and press
.
6. Select Disable Vision or Enable Vision and press
to Save.
Net Guard
The Net Guard option allows you to be prompted each time you
connect to Vision services. When you access Vision, a screen is
displayed with the following two choices:
ⅷ
Connect
ⅷ
Always Auto-Connect
If you select Connect, you are connected to Vision services and you
are prompted again the next time you sign in. If you select Always
Auto-Connect, you are connected automatically each time you sign in
to Vision services.
To set Net Guard:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
for PCS Vision.
for Net Guard.
up or down to select On or Off.
to Save.
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Updating Your Sprint PCS Vision Profile
The data profile keeps all your user name and login information
which allows you to connect to Vision services. It may become
necessary to update the profile to maintain peak efficiency.
To update your profile:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
for PCS Vision.
4. Press
for Update Profile.
Your phone will connect to the browser and update your Vision
profile. When the update is finished, the idle screen is displayed.
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Section 2D
Controlling Your Roaming Experience
In This Section
ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ Understanding Roaming
Setting Your Phone’s CDMA Roam Mode
Controlling Roaming Charges Using Call Guard
Roaming is the ability to make or receive calls when you’re off the
Sprint Nationwide PCS Network. While in CDMA mode, your new
digital quad-band Sprint PCS Vision Phone works anywhere on the
Sprint Nationwide PCS Network and allows you to roam on other 1900
and 800 MHz CDMA digital networks where we’ve implemented
roaming agreements with other carriers. While roaming internationally
in GSM mode with a SIM card installed, you can make and receive calls
on compatible 900 and 1800 MHz GSM digital networks.
This section explains how CDMA roaming works as well as special
features that let you manage your roaming experience. For more
information about roaming internationally in GSM mode, see Section
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Understanding Roaming
Recognizing Icons on the Display Screen
Your phone’s display screen always lets you know when you’re off the
Sprint Nationwide PCS Network and whether your phone is operating
in analog or digital mode. The following chart indicates what you’ll
see depending on where you’re using your phone.
Roaming Indicator
Sprint Nationwide PCS Network
Other CDMA Digital Networks
GSMDigitalNetworks(InternationalRoaming
in GSM Mode)
Remember, when you are using your phone off the Sprint Nationwide
PCS Network (in CDMA mode), always dial numbers using 11 digits
(1 + area code + number). For more information, see page 177.
Tip:
Unless your Service Plan includes roaming, you will pay a higher
per-minute rate for roaming calls.
Note:
Roaming on Other CDMA Digital Networks
When you’re roaming on digital networks in CDMA mode, your call
quality and security will be similar to the quality you receive when
making calls on the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network. However, you
may not be able to access certain features, such as Sprint PCS Vision.
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Checking for Voicemail Messages While Roaming
When you are roaming off the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network in
CDMA mode, you may not receive on-phone notification of new
voicemail messages. Callers can still leave messages, but you will
need to periodically check your voicemail for new messages if you
are in a roaming service area for an extended period of time.
To check your voicemail while roaming in CDMA mode:
1. Dial 1+area code+your Sprint PCS Phone Number.
2. When you hear your voicemail greeting, press
.
3. Enter your pass code at the prompt and follow the voice
prompts.
When you return to the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network, voicemail
notification will resume as normal.
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Setting Your Phone’s CDMA Roam Mode
Your Sprint PCS Phone allows you to control your ability to roam.
By using the Roaming menu option, you can determine which
signals your phone accepts. To switch your phone to raom in GSM
Set Mode
Choose from three different settings on your quad-band phone to
control your roaming experience.
To set your phone’s CDMA roam mode:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
for Roaming.
4. Press
for Set Mode.
5. To select an option, highlight it and press
.
Ⅲ Automatic: This setting seeks Sprint PCS Service. When
service is unavailable, the phone searches for an alternate
system.
Ⅲ Roaming only: This setting forces the phone to seek an
analog roaming system. The previous setting (Sprint or
Automatic) is restored the next time the phone is turned on.
Ⅲ Sprint: This setting allows you to access the enhanced Sprint
Nationwide PCS Network only and prevents roaming on other
networks.
To access the phone’s main menu, press (Menu) from standby mode.
Menu items may be selected by highlighting them with the navigation
key and pressing OK, or you can press the number corresponding to the
menu item on your keypad.
Note:
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Controlling Roaming Charges Using
Call Guard
Your phone has two ways of alerting you when you are roaming off
the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network in CDMA mode: the on-screen
roaming icon and Call Guard. Call Guard makes it easy to manage
your roaming charges by requiring an extra step before you can
place or answer a roaming call. (This additional step is not required
when you make or receive calls while on the Sprint Nationwide PCS
Network.)
To turn Call Guard on or off:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
for Roaming.
4. Press
for Call Guard.
5. Highlight On or Off and press
. (A message confirming your
choice will display briefly.)
Voice Dialing and Speed Dialing are not available when you are roaming
with Call Guard enabled.
Note:
To place roaming calls with Call Guard on:
1. From standby mode, dial 1 + area code + the seven-digit
number and press
. (You can also initiate a call from the
Contacts, Call History, or Messaging.)
2. A message is displayed indicating that roaming rate applies.
Press
To answer incoming roaming calls with Call Guard on:
1. Press . (A message will appear notifying you that roaming
charges will apply.)
to place the call.
2. Press
to accept and answer the call.
If the Call Guard feature is set to On, you need to take extra steps
to make and receive roaming calls, even if you have selected the
Analog setting (see page 64).
Reminder:
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Section 2E
Navigating Through Menus
In This Section
ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ Menu Navigation
Menu Structure
Viewing the Menus
Every function and feature of your Sprint PCS International Phone
IP-A790 by Samsung® can be accessed through an on-screen menu. This
section is a road map to using your Sprint PCS Phone. Please take a few
moments to learn your way around and you’ll find your phone easier to
use.
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Menu Navigation
The navigation key on your Sprint PCS Phone allows you to scroll
through menus quickly and easily. The scroll bar at the right of the
menu keeps track of your position in the menu at all times.
To navigate through a menu, simply press the navigation key up or
down. If you are in a first-level menu, such as Settings, you may also
navigate to the next or previous first-level menu by pressing the
navigation key right or left.
Menu Structure
Selecting Menu Items
As you navigate through the menu, menu options are highlighted.
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
For example, if you want to view your last incoming call:
1. Press the left for Menu.
2. Highlight Call History and press
3. Press for Incoming Calls.
.
.
Backing Up Within a Menu
To go to the previous menu:
ᮣ Press
.
To return to standby mode:
ᮣ Press
.
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Viewing the Menus
Menu Diagram
The following list outlines your phone’s menu structure:
Call History
1: Outging Calls
2: Incoming Calls
3: Missed Calls
4: All Recent
Contacts
1: Find
2: Add New Entry
3: My Phone #
4: Speed Dial #s
5: Group
1: Unassigned
2: Family
3: Friends
4: Colleague
5: VIPs
6: Empty
7: Empty
6: Services
1: Account Info
2: Customer Service
3: Dir Assist
Messaging
1: Send Message
1: Text
2: Picture
1: Camera Review
2: New Picture
3: Video
1: Video Review
2: New Video
2: Text Message
1: Inbox
2: Outbox
3: Drafts
4: Send Text
3: Picture Mail
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1: Inbox
2: Send Picture
3: Send Video
4: Email
5: Instant Message
6: Voicemail
1: Call Voicemail
2: Details
3: Clear Envelope
7: Settings
1: Notification
1: Message & Icon
2: Icon only
2: Sending Options
1: Priority
1: Normal
2: Urgent
2: Call Back #
1: None
2: Phone Number (xxx-xxx-xxxx)
3: Other
3: Preset Messages
1: Can’t talk right now. Send me a message.
2: Call me
3: Where are you?
4: Can you pick up
5: Meet me at
6: Let’s get lunch.
7: The meeting has been cancelled.
8: I’ll be there at
9: What time does it start?
10: I love you!
11: [Empty]
12: [Empty]
13: [Empty]
14: [Empty]
15: [Empty]
16: [Empty]
17: [Empty]
18: [Empty]
19: [Empty]
20: [Empty]
4: Edit Signature (On/Off)
5: Message Alert
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1: Volume
2: Type
1: Voicemail
2: Text Message
3: Picture Mail
3: Reminder
1: Off
2: Once
3: Every 2 min
6: Save in Outbox (Yes/No)
7: Auto-Erase (Yes/No)
8: GSM Setting (only available in GSM mode)
1: Vodafone
1: Service Center
2: Default Destination
3: Default Type
1: Text
2: E-mail
3: Paging
4: Default Validity
1: One Hour
2: 6 Hours
3: 24 Hours
4: 1 Week
5: Maximum
5: Setting Name
2: Setting 2
1: Service Center
2: Default Destination
3: Default Type
1: Text
2: E-mail
3: Paging
4: Default Validity
1: One Hour
2: 6 Hours
3: 24 Hours
4: 1 Week
5: Maximum
5: Setting Name
3: Reply Path (On/Off)
4: Delivery Reports (On/Off)
5: Sending Setting
1: Vodafone
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2: Setting2
6: Voice Mail #
Pictures Video
1: Camera
Press the right
to display the following options:
1: Flash
1: Off
2: On This Shot
3: Always On
2: Self-Timer
1: Off
2: 5 Seconds
3: 10 Seconds
3: Fun Tools
1: Fun Frames (must be in full screen mode)
1: Off
2: Spring
3: Roses for Love
4: Love
5: Flower
6: Between Stars
7: Under the sea
8: Top secret
9: $$$
10: Scuba Diving!
11: Winter Greetings
2: Color Tones
1: Auto
2: Monochrome
3: Sepia
4: Green
5: Aqua
6: Antique
7: Cool
8: Warm
4: Controls
1: Brightness (-5 ~ 0 ~+5)
2: White Balance
1: Auto
2: Sunny
3: Cloudy
4: Tungsten
5: Fluorescent
6: Manual
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5: Settings
1: Resolution
1: HI:640x480
2: Med:320x240
3: Low:176x165
2: Quality
1: Fine
2: Normal
3: Economy
3: Shutter Sound
1: Off
2: Shutter 1-3
3: Say Cheese
4: Auto-Erase (On/Off)
5: View Mode (Wide Screen/Full Screen)
6: Review Pictures
7: Camcorder
2: Camcorder
Press the right
to display the following options:
1: Movie Light
1: Off
2: On This Movie
3: Always On
2: Self-Timer
1: Off
2: 5 Seconds
3: 10 Seconds
3: Color Tones
1: Auto
2: Monochrome
3: Sepia
4: Green
5: Aqua
6: Antique
7: Cool
8: Warm
4: Controls
1: Brightness (-5 ~ 0 ~ +5)
2: White Balance
1: Auto
2: Sunny
3: Cloudy
4: Tungsten
5: Fluorescent
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6: Manual
5: Settings
1: Quality
1: Fine
2: Normal
3: Economy
2: Auto-Erase (On/Off)
6: Review Videos
7: Camera Mode
3: My Pictures
1: In Camera
2: Saved to Phone
4: My Videos
1: In Camcorder
2: Saved to Phone
5: Online Albums
1: View Albums
2: Upload Pictures
3: Upload Videos
6: Account Info
7: Cam. Key Guard (On/Off)
Downloads
1: Games
1: Get New Games
2: My Content Manager Games
3: Ms. PAC-MAN Demo
4: Solitaire Deluxe Demo
5: Tetris Deluxe Demo
2: Ringers
1: Get New Ringers
2: My Content Manager Ringers
3: Ringers Preview
3: Screen Savers
1: Get New Screen Savers
2: My Content Manager Screen Savers
3: Screen Saver Preview
4: Applications
1: Get New Applications
2: My Content Manager Applications
3: AccuWeather.com Premium
4: MobiTV Trial
5: Real - rTV Trial
Web
Media Player
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Tools
1: Voice Service
2: Voice Memo
1: Record
2: Review
3: Erase All (Yes/No)
3: Today
4: Scheduler
5: Task List
6: Memo Pad
7: World Time
1: Set Home Area
2: Set Visit Area
3: DST Setting
8: Alarm Clock
1: Alarm #1
2: Alarm #2
3: Alarm #3
9: Calculator
10: Countdown
11: Set Time (Only seen in GSM mode)
Settings
1: Switch Network
1: Sprint/CDMA
2: Int’l-GSM
2: Display
1: Screen Saver
1: Main LCD
1: Preset Images
1: Image Gallery 01
2: Image Gallery 02
3: Image Gallery 03
4: Image Gallery 04
5: Silver Dew
6: Calendar
7: Idle Clock B
8: Idle Clock DUAL
2: Downloads
1: Images
2: Videos
3: My Pictures
1: In Camera
2: Saved to Phone
4: My Videos
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1: In Camcorder
2: Saved to Phone
2: Sub LCD
1: Preset Images
1: Digital 1 - 3
2: Analog 1 - 2
2: Main LCD Dlds
3: Main LCD Pic
2: Menu Style
1: 3x3 Style
2: Wheel Style
3: Incoming Call
1: With Caller ID
1: Preset Animation
2: Downloads
3: My Pictures
2: No Caller ID
1: Preset Animation
2: Downloads
3: My Pictures
4: Greeting
1: Sprint PCS
2: Custom
5: Backlight
1: Main Display
1: Flip Open
2: 30 seconds
3: 15 seconds
4: 8 seconds
2: Keypad
1: Flip Open
2: 30 seconds
3: 15 seconds
4: 8 seconds
5: Off
3: Pwr Save Mode (On/Off)
6: Service LED (On/Off)
3: Sounds
1: Ringer Volume
1: Calls
2: Messages
3: Alarms
2: Ringer Type
1: Voice Calls
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1: With Caller ID
2: No Caller ID
2: Messages
1: Voicemail
2: Text Message
3: Picture Mail
3: Schedule
1: Single Tones
2: Ring Tones
3: Melodies
4: Downloaded
4: Roam Ringer
1: Normal
2: Distinctive
3: Alerts
1: Minute Beep (On/Off)
2: Service (On/Off)
3: Connect (On/Off)
4: Sig. Fade Tone (On/Off)
5: Power On/Off (On/Off)
4: Key Tone
1: Tone Type
1: Normal
2: Rain Drop
3: Voice
2: Key Tone Level
1: Silence All
2: Level 1-8
5: Tone Length
1: Short
2: Long
6: App. Volume
1: Sound
2: Vibrate (On/Off)
4: PCS Vision
1: Enable/Disable Vision
2: Net Guard (On/Off)
3: Update Profile
5: Voice Service
1: Choice Lists
1: Automatic
2: Always On
3: Always Off
2: Digit Dialing
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1: Select Location
1: North America
2: Netherlands
3: Belgium
4: France
5: Spain
6: United Kingdom
7: Denmark
8: Norway
9: Germany
10: Czech Republic
11: South Korea
12: Other
2: Adapt Digits
3: Reset Digits
3: Sensitivity
1: Commands
1: Reject More
2: Recommended
3: Reject Less
2: Names
1: Reject More
2: Recommended
3: Reject Less
4: Sound
1: Prompts (On/Off)
2: Digits (On/Off)
3: Names (On/Off)
4: Name Settings
1: Speed
1: Faster
2: Recommended
3: Slower
2: Volume
1: Louder
2: Recommended
3: Softer
5: Voice Launch
1: Talk Key
2: Talk Key and Flip Open
6: About
6: Security
1: Lock Phone
1: Unlocked
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2: On Power-Up
3: Lock Now
2: Lock Pic/Video (On/Off)
3: Change Lock
4: Lock Services
1: Voice: Lock/Unlocked
2: PCS Vision: Lock/Unlocked
5: Special #
1: Empty
2: Empty
3: Empty
6: Erase Phone
1: Erase Contacts (Yes/No)
2: Erase Downloads (Yes/No)
3: Erase Pic/Video (Yes/No)
7: Reset Phone (Yes/No)
8: Reset Pic/Video Account (Yes/No)
9: Card Setup (GSM Mode only)
1: PIN Check
2: Change PIN
7: Roaming
1: Set Mode
1: Automatic
2: Roaming only
3: Sprint
2: Call Guard (On/Off)
8: Launch Pad
1: Up Key
1: Contacts
2: Voice Memo
3: Scheduler
4: Messaging
5: Voice Service
6: Ringer Type
7: Downloads
8: Display
9: Alarms
10: Calculator
11: Mediaplayer
12: Web
13: Inbox
14: Send Text
2: Down Key
1: Contacts
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2: Voice Memo
3: Scheduler
4: Messaging
5: Voice Service
6: Ringer Type
7: Downloads
8: Display
9: Alarms
10: Calculator
11: Mediaplayer
12: Web
13: Inbox
14: Send Text
3: Left Key
1: Contacts
2: Voice Memo
3: Scheduler
4: Messaging
5: Voice Service
6: Ringer Type
7: Downloads
8: Display
9: Alarms
10: Calculator
11: Mediaplayer
12: Web
13: Inbox
14: Send Text
4: Right Key
1: Contacts
2: Voice Memo
3: Scheduler
4: Messaging
5: Voice Service
6: Ringer Type
7: Downloads
8: Display
9: Alarms
10: Calculator
11: Mediaplayer
12: Web
13: Inbox
14: Send Text
9: Others
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1: Abbrev. Dial (On/Off)
2: Contacts Match (On/Off)
3: Restriction
1: Outgoing Call
1: Allow all
2: Contacts Only
3: Special# Only
4: Call Answer
1: Any Key
2: Talk Key
3: Flip Open
5: Auto Answer (Car Kit/Headset) (Yes/No)
6: Language
1: English
2: Español
7: Airplane Mode (On/Off)
8: Location (On/Off)
9: Plus Dialing
1: Plus Code
1: Disable
2: Enable
2: Int’l Dial Prefix
3: Info
1: Anguilla 011
2: Antigua 011
3: Argentina 00
4: Barbados 011
5: Barbuda 011
6: Bermuda 011
7: Bolivia 00
8: Caicos Is. 011
9: Canada 011
10: Caymen 011
11: Chile 00
12: China 00
13: Colombia 009
14: Dominica 011
15: Dom. Rep. 011
16: Ecuador 00
17: Grenada 011
18: Grendines 00
19: Guam 011
20: Guatemala 00
21: Hong Kong 00
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22: Mexico 00
23: Monserrat 011
24: Nevis 011
25: N. Zealand 00
26: Paraguay 00
27: Puer Rico 011
28: St. Kitts 011
29: St. Lucia 011
30: St. Vince 011
31: Tobago 011
32: Trinidad 011
33: Turks Isl 011
34: Uruguay 00
35: US Virgin 011
10: Phone Info
1: Phone Number
2: Icon Glossary
3: Version
4: Advanced
11: GSM Services (only available in GSM mode)
1: Call Diverting
1: Divert Always
2: Busy
3: No Reply
4: Unreachable
5: Cancel All
2: Call Barring
1: All outgoing
2: International
3: International except to home
4: All incoming
5: Incoming while abroad
6: Cancel all
7: Change barring password
3: Call Waiting
4: Network Selection
1: Automatic
2: Manual
5: Caller ID
1: Default
2: Hide Number
3: Send Number
6: Closed User Group
1: Index List
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2: Outside Access (Yes/No)
3: Default Group (Yes/No)
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InUse Menu
Press the right
to display the following options:
1: Key Mute/Unmute
2: Contacts
3: Messaging
4: 3-Way Call
5: Call History
6: Voice Memo
7: Tools
8: Phone Info
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Section 2F
Managing Call History
In This Section
ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ Viewing History
Call History Options
Making a Call From Call History
Saving a Phone Number From Call History
Prepending a Phone Number From Call History
Erasing Call History
The Call History keeps track of incoming calls, calls made from your
Sprint PCS Phone, and missed calls. This section guides you through
accessing and making the most of your Call History.
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Viewing History
You’ll find the Call History feature very helpful. It is a list of the last
20 phone numbers (or Contact entries) for calls you placed,
accepted, or missed. Call History makes redialing a number fast and
easy. It is continually updated as new numbers are added to the
beginning of the list and the oldest entries are removed from the
bottom of the list.
Each entry contains the phone number (if it is available) and Contact
entry name (if the phone number is in your Contacts). Duplicate
calls (same number and type of call) may only appear once on the
list.
To view a Call History entry:
1. Press the left
2. Highlight Call History and press
3. Press for Outgoing Calls. (The Outgoing Calls list
for Menu.
.
will display.) To view an entry, highlight it and press
.
- or -
Press
for Incoming Calls. (The Incoming Calls list will
display.) To view an entry, highlight it and press
.
- or -
Press
for Missed Calls. (The Missed Calls list will
display.) To view an entry, highlight it and press
.
- or -
Press
for All Recent. (The All Recent call list will display.)
To view an entry, highlight it and press
.
To access the phone’s main menu, press (Menu) from standby mode.
Menu items may be selected by highlighting them with the navigation
key and pressing OK, or you can press the number corresponding to the
menu item on your keypad.
Note:
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Call History Options
For additional information and options on a particular call, highlight
a Call History entry and press
date of the call. By pressing the right
following options:
. This feature displays the time and
, you can select from the
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
Send Msg.
Save/Show Contacts
Prepend
Erase
Making a Call From Call History
To place a call from Call History:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Call History and press
.
3. Select Outgoing Calls
Missed Calls
, Incoming Calls
,
, or All Recent
.
4. Highlight the entry you want to call and press the left
or
to call the number.
You cannot make calls from Call History to entries identified as No ID or
Restricted.
Note:
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Saving a Contact From Call History
Your Sprint PCS Phone can store up to 500 phone numbers. Contact
entries can store up to a total of five phone numbers, and each
contact name can contain up to 20 characters.
To save a Contact from Call History:
1. Press the left
2. Highlight Call History and press
3. Highlight the desired entry in the Outgoing Calls, Incoming
Calls, Missed Calls, or All Recent and press
for Menu.
.
.
4. Press the right
to save the number.
—or—
Press
twice to save the number.
5. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the entry. (See
After you have saved the number, the new Contact entry
is displayed.
You cannot save phone numbers already in your Contacts or from calls
identified as No Caller ID or Restricted.
Note:
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Prepending a Phone Number From
Call History
If you need to make a call from Call History and you happen to be
outside your local area code, you can add the appropriate prefix by
prepending the number.
To prepend a phone number from Call History:
1. Press the left
2. Highlight Call History and press
3. Highlight the desired entry in the Outgoing Calls, Incoming
for Menu.
.
Calls, Missed Calls, or All Recent and press
.
4. Select a phone number.
5. Press the right
6. Use the keypad to enter the desired numbers.
7. Press the left or to call.
to Prepend the number.
Erasing Call History
To erase Call History:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Call History and press
.
3. Select Outgoing Calls
Missed Calls
, Incoming Calls
,
, or All Recent
.
4. Select Erase or Erase All and press
.
5. Select Yes and press
to confirm your selection.
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Section 2G
Using Contacts
In This Section
ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ Adding a New Contact Entry
Finding Contact Entries
Adding a Phone Number to a Contact
Editing a Contact Entry’s Phone Number
Assigning Speed Dial Numbers
Selecting a Ringer Type for an Entry
Dialing Sprint PCS Services
Now that you know the basics that make it easier to stay in touch with
people and information, you’re ready to explore your phone’s more
advanced features. This section explains how to use your phone’s
Contacts and helps you make the most of your contacts and time when
you are trying to connect with the important people in your life.
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Adding a New Contact Entry
Your Sprint PCS Phone can store up to 500 phone numbers. Contact
entries can store up to a total of five phone numbers, and each
entry’s name can contain up to 20 characters.
To add a new entry:
1. Enter a new phone number and press
.
2. Press
for New Entry.
up or down to select the Label and press
3. Press
.
4. Enter the name using the keypad and press
5. Press the left for Done to save.
6. Press to return to the idle screen.
.
Your phone’s SIM card (for use while roaming internationally in GSM
mode) contains a separate phone book. For information on how to use
the SIM card phone book and how to copy entries from Contacts to the
GSM
Note:
Finding Contact Entries
There are several ways to display your Contact entries: by name, by
speed dial number, by group, and by voice dial recognition. Follow
the steps outlined in the sections below to display entries from the
Contacts menu.
Finding Names
To find Phone Book entries by name:
1. From the idle screen, press the right
for Contacts.
2. Enter the first few letters of the contact entry name to locate
the desired entry.
3. When a possible match is found, it is highlighted. Press
to
make the call or press
to display the entry.
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Adding a Phone Number to a Contact
To add a phone number to an existing Contact:
1. From the idle screen, press the right
for Contacts.
2. Highlight the desired entry and press
.
3. Press the right
4. Press down until the desired label is selected.
5. Enter the phone number using the keypad and press
6. Press the left for Done to save.
7. Press to return to the idle screen.
for Edit.
.
Editing a Contact Entry’s Phone Number
To edit an entry’s phone number:
1. From the idle screen, press the right
for Contacts.
2. Highlight the desired entry and press
.
3. Press the right
for Edit.
4. Press
up or down to select the desired number and
press
.
5. Press and hold
to erase the entire number or press once
to erase just the last number.
6. Enter the new number using the keypad and press
.
7. Press the left
for Done to save.
8. Press to return to the idle screen.
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Assigning Speed Dial Numbers
Your phone can store up to 99 phone numbers in speed dial
locations. For details on how to make calls using speed dial
Speed dial numbers can be assigned when you add a new Contact
entry, when you add a new phone number to an existing entry, or
when you edit an existing number.
To assign a Speed Dial number to a new phone number:
1. From the idle screen, press the right
for Contacts.
2. Highlight the desired entry and press
.
3. Press the right
for Edit.
4. Highlight the desired label and press the right
for
Speed Dial to view available speed dial locations.
5. Press
up or down to highlight the desired speed dial entry
number and press
to Save.
6. Press
to return to the idle screen.
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Selecting a Ringer Type for an Entry
You can assign a ringer type to a Contact entry so you can identify
To select a ringer type for an entry:
1. From the idle screen, press the right
for Contacts.
2. Highlight the desired entry and press
.
3. Press the right
for Edit.
4. Press
down until Ring is selected and press
.
5. Press
up or down to select the desired Ringer Category
.
and press
6. Press
up or down to listen to the available ringers.
to select the desired ringer.
7. Press
8. Press the left
for Done to save.
9. Press to return to the idle screen.
Dialing Sprint Customer Service
Your Contacts are pre-programmed with contact numbers for various
Sprint PCS Services.You must be in CDMA digital mode to access
Sprint PCS Services.
To dial a service:
1. Press the left
2. Highlight Contacts and press
3. Press for Services.
Ⅲ Press for Account Info.
for Menu.
.
Ⅲ Press
for Customer Service.
Ⅲ Press
for Dir Assist.
4. Press
.
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Section 2H
Personal Organizer
In This Section
ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ Using Your Phone’s Scheduler
Using Your Phone’s Alarm Clock
Using Your Phone’s Memo Pad
Using Your Phone’s Tools
World Time
Countdown
Managing Voice Memos
Your Sprint PCS Phone is equipped with several personal information
management features that help you manage your busy lifestyle. This
section shows you how to use these features to turn your phone into a
time management planner that helps you keep up with your contacts,
schedules, and commitments. It takes productivity to a whole new level.
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Using Your Phone’s Scheduler
Adding an Event to the Scheduler
Your Scheduler helps organize your time and reminds you of
important events.
To add an event:
1. Press the left
2. Highlight Tools and press
3. Press for Scheduler.
4. Press the right
for Menu.
.
for Add New.
5. Enter the event description using the keypad and press the left
for Next.
6. Press
left or right and select one of the following:
Ⅲ No Alarm
Ⅲ On Time
Ⅲ 10min before
Ⅲ 30min before
Ⅲ 1Hr before
7. When finished, press
down to highlight ringer and
press
.
8. Select the desired ringer category and press
.
9. Press
10. Press
11. Press
up or down to listen to the available ringers.
to select the desired ringer.
down to highlight Start Time.
12. Enter the Start Time and Date using the keypad. (Press
for AM or for PM.)
13. Enter the End Time and Date using the keypad.
14. Press the left for Done to save the event.
To access the phone’s main menu, press (Menu) from standby mode.
Menu items may be selected by highlighting them with the navigation
key and pressing OK, or you can press the number corresponding to the
menu item on your keypad.
Note:
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Event Alerts
There are several ways your Sprint PCS Phone alerts you of
scheduled events:
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
By playing the assigned ringer type.
By illuminating the backlight.
By flashing the LED.
To select the ringer:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
for Sounds.
for Ringer Type.
for Schedule.
6. Press
up or down to select the desired ringer category and
press
.
7. Press
up or down to select the desired ringer or melody
and press
to Save.
Viewing Events
To view your scheduled events:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Tools and press
.
3. Press
for Today. (A list of the events scheduled for the
day are displayed.)
Erasing a Day’s Events
To erase a day’s scheduled events:
1. Press the left
2. Highlight Tools and press
3. Press for Today.
4. Press the right
5. Press
for Menu.
.
for Erase.
up to highlight Yes and press
to confirm.
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Erasing Events
To delete individual events:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Tools and press
.
3. Press
for Scheduler.
4. Highlight the desired day of the event being deleted and press
to view.
5. Press the navigation key up or down to select the desired
event.
6. Press the right
to Erase the event.
7. Press
up to highlight Yes and press to confirm.
Erasing All Events
To delete all scheduled events:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Tools and press
.
3. Press
4. Press the right
5. Press
for Scheduler.
for Erase All.
up to highlight Yes and press
to confirm.
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Using Your Phone’s Alarm Clock
Your phone comes with a built-in alarm clock with multiple
alarm capabilities.
To use the alarm clock:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Tools and press
.
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
for Alarm Clock.
,
, or
to select an Alarm.
left or right and select On.
6. Press
down once and enter the alarm time.
(Press
for AM or
for PM.)
7. Press
down once and press
.
8. Press
up or down to select the desired ringer category and
press
.
9. Press
up or down to select the desired ringer or melody
and press
to Save.
10. Press
down once to select the alarm frequency.
11. Press
left or right and select one of the following options:
Ⅲ Daily
Ⅲ Once
Ⅲ Mon to Fri
Ⅲ Sat & Sun
12. Press the left
for Done to save.
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Using Your Phone’s Memo Pad
Your Sprint PCS Phone comes with a memo pad you can use to
compose and store reminders and notes to help keep you organized.
To compose a note:
1. Press the left
2. Highlight Tools and press
3. Press for Memo Pad.
for Menu.
.
4. If there are no existing memos, the New Memo screen is
automatically displayed. If there are existing memos saved,
press the left
for Add New.
5. Enter up to 128 characters in the memo and press
to Save.
To read a saved note:
1. Press the left
2. Highlight Tools and press
3. Press for Memo Pad.
for Menu.
.
4. Highlight the desired memo and press
to view.
To delete saved notes:
1. Press the left
2. Highlight Tools and press
3. Press for Memo Pad.
4. Highlight the desired memo using the navigation key and
for Menu.
.
press the right
for Erase.
5. Select Yes and press
to confirm the deletion.
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Using Your Phone’s Tools
In addition to helping you be more efficient and organized, your
Sprint PCS Phone offers useful and entertaining tools.
Using the Calculator
Your phone comes with a built-in calculator.
To use the calculator:
1. Press the left
2. Highlight Tools and press
3. Press for Calculator
4. Enter a number with the keypad. Press the left
for Menu.
.
for a
decimal point or the right
to clear the number. (You can
also press
to insert a decimal point and/or to make
the number negative or positive.)
5. Use
to select a mathematical function:
Ⅲ Left to Subtract
Ⅲ Right to Add
Ⅲ Up to Multiply
Ⅲ Down to Divide
6. Enter the next number using the keypad.
7. Press to view the results.
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World Time
World Time displays what time it is in twenty-four different time
zones around the world together with one or more major cities,
states, regions, or countries in a time zone.
To access world time:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Tools and press
.
3. Press
for World Time.
4. Press
left, right, up, or down to display the different
time zones.
5. Press the right
to select one of the following options:
Ⅲ Set Home Area(GSM only): Allows you to set your home
time zone area according to the map displayed on-screen.
Ⅲ Set Visit Area: Allows you to set a temporary visting time
zone according to the map displayed on-screen.
Ⅲ DST (Daylight Savings Time) Setting: Allows you to turn
daylight savings time on or off.
Countdown
Countdown allows you to enter a future date and time into the
phone and then see the amount of days, hours, and minutes until
that time is reached.
To set up a new countdown:
1. Press the left
2. Highlight Tools and press
3. Press for Countdown.
for Menu.
.
4. If there are no existing countdowns, the New Countdown
screen is automatically displayed.
5. Enter a name using the keypad and press
.
6. Enter the Input time and date values and press
to Save.
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To view a countdown:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Tools and press
.
3. Press
for Countdown.
up or down to highlight the desired countdown and
4. Press
press
.
When viewing an existing countdown, press the navigation key left or
right to cycle between the other countdown entries.
Tip:
Managing Voice Memos
You can use your phone’s Voice Services to record brief memos to
remind you of important events, phone numbers, or grocery list items.
Recording Voice Memos
To record a voice memo:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Tools and press
.
3. Press
for Voice Memo.
for Record. (The phone prompts you to start
4. Press
recording after the beep.)
5. Wait for the beep and then start speaking. (As it is recording,
the phone displays a countdown timer that shows how many
seconds are left for recording.)
6. To pause the memo, press the left
. (When a memo is
paused, press the left again to resume recording.)
7. To finish recording, press the right
.
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To record a conversation during a phone call:
1. During a call, press the right
for Voice Memo. (A
one minute counter is displayed on the screen to indicating the
amount of time a single voice memo can be recorded.)
2. Press the left
during the countdown to pause and restart
the memo.
3. Press the right
or select Finish to end the recording prior
to the countdown completion
A total of 30 one minute memos can be recorded and saved.
Note:
Reviewing and Erasing Memos
To play the voice memos you have recorded:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Tools and press
.
3. Press
for Voice Memo.
for Review. (The phone displays a list of saved
4. Press
memos, with the first one selected.)
5. Select a memo and press
.
— or —
Press the number corresponding to the memo you want to
review. (The phone replays the memo.)
Ⅲ To pause the memo during replay, press the left
.
Ⅲ Press the left
again to resume replaying the memo.
To erase an individual memo:
1. Follow the steps above to display the list of saved memos.
2. Select the memo to erase.
3. Press the right
for Erase.
4. Press up to select Yes and press
.
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To erase all voice memos:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Tools and press
.
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
for Voice Memo.
for Erase All.
up to select Yes and press
.
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Section 2I
Using Voice Recognition
In This Section
ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ New Features
Activating Voice Recognition
Using Call <Name or #>
Using Send Text <Name>
Using Lookup <Name>
Using Go To <App>
Using Check <Item>
Your Sprint PCS Phone’s Voicevoice recognition features let you use your
voice to place calls, initiate text messages, look up contacts entries,
launch applications, and check your phone's status. This section
includes easy-to-follow instructions on using your phone's voice
recognition features.
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New Features
Your IP-A790's voice recognition feature lets you perform many of
your phone's functions using just your voice. If you have used
VoiceSignal voice recognition on previous Sprint PCS Phones, please
review the following list of enhancements.
ⅷ
Natural one-step commands - Instead of a series of commands,
you can now issue single voice commands to accomplish a
variety of complex tasks.
For example:
Ⅲ “Call John Mobile”: Dials the mobile number stored for the
contact entry “John.”
Ⅲ “Call Maria Work”: Dials the work number stored for the
contact entry Maria.
Ⅲ “Call 781-970-5200”: Dials the specified number.
ⅷ
One-step voice access to text messaging - The “Send Text”
command lets you use a single voice command to launch the
phone's text messaging client and specify a recipient.
For example:
Ⅲ “Send Text to John”: Opens the text message client and
addresses the message to the mobile number of the contact
entry “John”.
ⅷ
One-step access to applications and menus - You can access
applications and common menus by saying “Go To” followed by
the application or menu name.
For example:
Ⅲ “Go To Calendar”: Launches the “Calendar” application.
Ⅲ “Go To Downloads”: Displays the “Downloads” menu.
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ⅷ
Voice commands for checking phone status - With a single
command, you can have the phone play back and display its
phone number, the current signal strength, network coverage,
battery level, or all of the above.
For example:
Ⅲ “Check Battery”: Instructs the phone to report its current
battery strength.
Ⅲ “Check Status”: Instructs the phone to report all status
information.
Activating Voice Recognition
Voice recognition allows you to say commands to perform common
functions supported by your phone. There is no voice training
required to use the voice recognition feature. You simply say the
pre-designated command displayed on your screen in a normal tone
of voice to perform the desired function.
To activate voice recognition:
1. Press and hold
. (The phone prompts you to say a
voice command.)
2. Wait for the beep and then say one of the following commands:
Ⅲ Call <Name or #>
Ⅲ Send Text <Name>
Ⅲ Lookup <Name>
Ⅲ Go To <App>
Ⅲ Check <Item>
When it recognizes one of these commands, the phone launches the
associated application. If the phone does not hear a command
within approximately eight seconds, it de-activates voice
recognition without taking any action.
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Using Call <Name or #>
You can voice dial from your phone with a single command by
saying “Call” followed by a name or nickname (see contact list
documentations for details) and (optionally) a label stored in your
contact list, or “Call” followed by a valid phone number. You can
also say “Call” by itself and be prompted for the name or number.
Calling Contacts Entries
To place a call using Call <Name or #>:
1. Press and hold
.
2. Say “Call” followed by the name and the label for that number.
For example, say “Call John Mobile.” The phone dials the
number stored for the contact “John” with the label “Mobile.”
If the location recognized for the name does not have a number
stored in contacts, VoiceSignal will play the message “No number
available, John Smith, Mobile,” and then launch the Contacts
application for that name.
If a name has only a single number, or if you know the name but are
not sure which number to call, say “Call” followed by the name only.
For example, say “Call John.” If the name is recognized and there is
only one number for the name, VoiceSignal immediately places the
call. If there are multiple numbers stored for the contact, the phone
prompts you with “Which Number?” and displays a list of options.
You can select an option by saying it or by using your keypad.
Calling Nick Names
Your Contact List incorporates a new field called “Nickname.” When
you add a nickname to a contact, you can say the contact's name or
nickname when using the voice features. For example, if you have a
contact, “John Smith” stored in your contact list, and you add, “Dad”
to the nickname field, you can call that contact by saying, “Call John
Smith” or by saying “Call Dad.”
If your contact list contains a name that you have difficulty using with the
voice features (such as some unusual or foreign names), you can add a
nickname for that contact that spells out the proper pronunciation of
that name.
Tip:
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Calling Numbers Phone Numbers (Digit Dialing)
To voice dial a number that is not stored in your contact list:
ᮣ Say “Call” followed immediately by a valid string of digits to be
dialed, for example, say “Call 781 9705200."
Speak naturally and clearly and remember to speak one digit at a
time- 1-800 should be pronounced “One Eight Zero Zero.”
Adapting Digit Dial
Digit Dialing is speaker independent, which means that no training
or adaptation is required. Some users with heavy accents or unusual
voice characteristics may find difficulty in achieving high accuracy
with speaker independent Digit Dialing, so the Adapt Digits feature
allows users to dramatically improve the digit accuracy through
adaptation. Users who get acceptable digit recognition accuracy will
find no additional benefit to performing the Adapt Digit adaptation.
After you adapt Digit Dial, your phone will be customized to your
voice. Other people will not be able to use Digit Dial on your phone
unless they reset the phone to factory defaults.
ONLY adapt Digit Dial if the system is frequently mis-recognizing your
speech. You can always restore the system to its original factory setting.
Note:
Adaptation involves recording several digit sequences to teach the
system your voice. The adaptation process takes about 3 minutes.
Tips for adapting Digit Dial:
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
Adapt digits in a quiet place.
Make sure you wait for the beep before starting to speak.
Speak clearly, but say each digit sequence naturally.
If you make a mistake while recording a sequence of digits, or if
there is an unexpected noise that spoils the recording, you can
say or select No when the prompt asks, “Did the recording sound
OK?” You will then be prompted to re-record the sequence.
To adapt Digit Dial to your voice:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
for Voice Service.
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4. Press
for Digit Dialing.
5. Press
for Adapt Digits. (The phone displays the first
digit sequence.)
6. When you are ready to start recording, press the left
.
(The phone prompts you to say the first sequence of digits.)
7. Wait for the beep, and then repeat the digits using a normal
tone of voice. (The phone plays back your recording and asks
you if the recording sounds “OK.”)
Ⅲ If the recording sounds OK (no mistakes and no
background noises), say Yes.
Ⅲ If you need to re-record the digits to fix any problems, say
No. (The phone then prompts you to say the digits again.)
8. Wait for the beep, and then record the digits again. (Repeat this
step until you are satisfied with the recording.)
9. After confirming that the recording sounds OK, repeat the
recording process with the next set of digits. (After six sets of
digits, the phone will ask you whether you want to do more
adaptation. Answer Yes.)
10. Repeat steps 6-9 for another six sets of digits. (After the sixth
set of digits, you will be half-way through the session and the
phone will ask “More Adaptation?”)
11. Select OK to continue for six more sets of digits, or press
for partial adaptation. When you are finished with a full
session, you will reach a screen that reads, “Adaptation
Complete.”
It is recommended that you perform the complete adaptation of Digit Dial
at least once to achieve the maximum benefit of this feature. If a partial
adaptation is performed, you can always return later and resume the
process from the half-way point.
Note:
Resetting Digit Dial Adaptation
1. Press the left for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
for Voice Service.
4. Press
for Digit Dialing.
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5. Press
for Reset Digits.
6. Press
up or down to select Yes and press
.
Using Choice Lists
If VoiceSignal is not confident it has recognized a name or number
correctly, it might display a choice list and prompt you with “Call?”
followed by the first choice on the list. To confirm the choice, say
“Yes” or to hear the next choice, say “No.” You can also select the
correct choice using your keypad. To cancel the command, say
“Cancel,” or to say the name or number again, say “Repeat.”
Enabling/Disabling Choice Lists
You can customize whether the Voice Recognition feature displays a
list of top voice recognition choices or automatically dials the first
number, without displaying a choice list.
To enable or disable choice lists for Digit Dial:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
for Voice Service.
for Choice Lists.
up or down to select Automatic, Always On or Always
Off and press
.
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Using Send Text <Name>
With a single voice command you can launch the text message client
on the phone and specify a recipient for the message.
To launch a text message:
1. Press and hold
.
2. Say “Send Text” followed immediately by the name of a person
in your contact list and, optionally, the type of the number you
want to send it to. For example, say “Send Text John Smith.”
If you do not specify the number type and there are multiple
numbers for the name, VoiceSignal chooses the mobile number by
default.
If you say the “Send” command without specifying a recipient,
VoiceSignal prompts you with “Say the name.” Say the name of a
person in your contact list and, optionally the type of number.
Using Lookup <Name>
You can look up and display contact information for any person
stored in your contact list by saying “Lookup,” followed by the name.
To use Lookup <Name>:
1. Press and hold
.
2. Say “Lookup John Smith.” The IP-A790 Contacts application for
the specified contact is displayed.
If you say only “Lookup,” VoiceSignal prompts you with “Say the
name.”
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Using Go to <App>
You can open an application or access a menu by saying “Go To”
followed immediately by the “destination,” either an application or
menu.
To see a list of possible destinations:
1. Press and hold
.
2. Say “Go To” by itself. A list of valid destinations is displayed and
prompts you with “Please Choose.” If the list is too long to fit
on one screen, the screen displays “Next Menu.” You can say
the name of a destination, or say “Next Menu” to view the next
screen.
Using Check <Item>
You can have the phone play back and display information about its
current state, including its phone number, current signal strength,
network coverage, and battery level.
To see and hear status information:
1. Press and hold
.
2. Say “Check” followed immediately by one of the following
items:
Ⅲ Status: plays back and displays ALL status information.
Ⅲ Signal: plays back and displays current signal strength.
Ⅲ Network: plays back and displays current network
coverage.
Ⅲ Battery: plays back and displays the current level of battery
charge.
Ⅲ My phone number: plays back and displays your phone
number.
For example, say “Check Battery.” The phone responds by playing
back and displaying the message “Battery…Low.” You can also say
“Check” by itself. The phone prompts you to say one of the valid
status items.
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Section 2J
Using Your Phone’s Built-in Camera and
Camcorder
In This Section
ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ Taking Pictures
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Sharing Sprint PCS Picture Mail
Storing Pictures
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Managing Sprint PCS Picture Mail
Taking Video Clips
Sharing Sprint PCS Video Mail
Media Player
The built-in camera on your IP-A790 by Samsung gives you the ability to
take full-color digital pictures and videos, view them using the phone’s
display, and instantly share them with your family and friends. It’s fun and
as easy to use as a traditional point-and-click camera: just take a picture
or video, view it on your phone’s display, and send it from your phone
to up to ten people.
This section explains the features and options of your Sprint PCS
International Phone’s built-in camera.
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Taking Pictures
Taking pictures with your phone’s built-in camera is as simple as
choosing a subject, pointing the lens, and pressing a button. You can
activate camera mode and take pictures whether the phone is open
or closed.
To take a picture with the phone open:
1. Press the left
2. Highlight Pictures Video and press
3. Press for Camera.
for Menu.
.
To activate the camera, you can also press the side camera button
(see illustration on page 10).
Shortcut:
4. Using the phone’s main LCD as a viewfinder, aim the camera
lens at your subject.
5. Press the camera button, side camera button (
), the left
, or
until the shutter sounds. (Make sure the camera
is steady.)
Picture Settings
There are several settings associated with the full-color digital
camera. These settings allow you to customize how the camera
operates when taking pictures.
ⅷ
Resolution: This setting allows you to select the desired
resolution of the image. The available sizes are:
Ⅲ HI:640x480
Ⅲ Med:320x240
Ⅲ Low:176x165
ⅷ
ⅷ
Quality: The quality allows you to select between Fine, Normal,
and Economy. These settings reflect the image quality settings for
the pictures.
Shutter Sound: The shutter sound allows you to select between
four different shutter sounds or turn off the sound completely.
The shutter sound is heard when you take a picture.
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ⅷ
ⅷ
Auto-Erase: If the auto erase function is on, the pictures stored in
your phone’s memory are automatically deleted after they are
uploaded to an online album.
View Mode: Allows you to take pictures in wide screen or full
screen mode.
To access the picture settings:
6. Press the left
for Menu.
7. Highlight Pictures Video and press
.
8. Press
for Camera.
9. Press the right
for Settings.
10. Select from the following options:
Ⅲ Resolution
Ⅲ Quality
Ⅲ Shutter Sound
Ⅲ Auto-Erase
Ⅲ View Mode
Image Resolution
Your full-color digital camera can take pictures in three different
modes. Several modes allow you to increase the zoom multiple
levels, depending on the picture quality setting. This allows you to
get a closer view of the subject or scenery being photographed.
The following image resolutions are available:
ⅷ
High: This is the highest resolution setting available for your
camera, thus allowing you a highest level of image detail. The
image resolution is 640x480 pixels. Images taken at the high
setting require more memory to save than the two following
modes.
ⅷ
Medium: The medium setting allows you to take good quality
images without using too much memory. The image resolution is
320x240 pixels. The zoom feature is available using by pressing
left or right.
ⅷ
Low: The low setting allows you to take average quality images.
You can save the most images in memory using this setting. The
image resolution is 176x165 pixels. The zoom feature is available
by pressing
left or right.
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Camera Mode Options
Camera options allow you to set up options associated with taking
pictures. When you are in Camera mode, press the right
display the following options:
to
ⅷ
Flash: Allows you to turn the flash always on, on this shot, or off
when taking a picture. To get the best picture quality, do not
move the phone when the flash is on.
ⅷ
ⅷ
Self-Timer: Allows you to configure a timer for 5 or 10 seconds.
This feature can also be turned off.
Fun Tools: this setting controls the following options:
Ⅲ Fun Frames: Allows you to select a frame around the image
before the picture is taken. Press the navigation key left or
right to select the desired frame. Press
return to the camera mode.
to select and
Ⅲ Color Tones: Allows you to select between several different
color tones including Auto, Monochrome (black & white),
Sepia, Green, Aqua, Antique, Cool, and Warm by pressing
the navigation key left or right. When you find the desired
tone, press
.
ⅷ
Controls: this setting controls the following options:
Ⅲ Brightness: Allows you to set the brightness level
automatically or manually. If manual is selected, press the
navigation key left or right to increase or decrease the
desired brightness.
Ⅲ White Balance: Allows you to set up the white balance of
the camera automatically or manually using the different
preset modes. The modes available are:
Auto: Automatically adjusts the lighting.
Sunny: Decreases the light sensitivity for taking pictures
in full or mostly sunny conditions.
Cloudy: Increases light sensitivity for taking pictures
under cloudy conditions.
Tungsten: Adjusts the white balance to match inside
lighting conditions displayed using common household
light bulbs.
Fluorescent: Adjusts the white balance to match inside
lighting conditions displayed using common
fluorescent lighting.
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Manual: Allows you to adjust the white balance settings
manually.
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
Settings: Displays the various settings available for the camera.
(For more information, see "Picture Settings" on page 115)
Review Pictures: Displays the pictures that have already been
saved.
Camcorder: Allows you to switch to the built-in camcorder.
Setting the Self-Timer
To activate the Self-Timer and get yourself in on the picture:
1. With the phone open and in Camera mode, press the right
for Options.
2. Press
for Self-Timer.
3. Press
up or down to highlight the desired delay you want
the timer to use (5 or 10 seconds) and press
.
4. Press to start the timer. (A timer is displayed in the lower
left portion of the main LCD during the self-timer countdown
and the phone starts beeping.)
5. Get ready for the picture. (When the timer is down to 5
seconds a tone is heard; the Self-Timer icon will turn red when
the count down reaches 3 seconds.)
To deactivate the Self-Timer, highlight Off and press
.
Note:
To cancel the Self-Timer after it has started:
ᮣ Press to Cancel.
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Sharing Sprint PCS Picture Mail
Once you’ve taken a picture, you can use the messaging capabilities of
your Sprint PCS International Phone to instantly share it with family and
friends. You can send a picture to up to ten people at a time using their
email addresses or their Sprint PCS phone numbers.
SharingSprintPCSPictureMailFromReview/ShareMode
To share Sprint PCS Picture Mail from review/share mode:
1. Press the left
2. Highlight Pictures Video and press
3. Press for My Pictures.
4. Select In Camera and press
5. Highlight the desired image and press
multiple images, highlight the image and press
for Menu.
.
.
to select. (To select
. This places
a check mark in the upper right corner to indicate that the
image has been selected.)
6. Press the left
for Send Msg.
You may have to set up your picture account by choosing a password.
Follow the instructions on-screen to continue.
Note:
7. Press
up or down to select Phone #, Email, Contact(s), Other
Services, or Update List and press
.
8. Enter the requested information and press the left
9. Press the left again for Next.
10. To add a text message, press
and press
Ⅲ Enter a text message using the keypad.
for OK.
down to highlight Message
.
Ⅲ Press the right
for different character entry options,
preset messages, recent messages, or emoticons.
Ⅲ Press the left
for Next when finished.
11. To add Audio, press
down to highlight Audio and press
. Press the left
to begin recording or the right
to
skip and not record a voice memo. Record an entire 10 second
clip or press the left for Done.
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If you select Change, you can also re-record your voice memo.
Note:
12. Press the left
for Send
Finding Contacts Using Check Boxes
When entering phone numbers or email addresses for picture share,
you can use the Contacts Find feature to automatically input saved
entries from your Contacts.
To access the Contact entries:
1. Press the left
2. Highlight Pictures Video and press
3. Press for My Pictures.
4. Select In Camera or Saved to Phone and press
5. Highlight the desired image and press to select.
6. Press the left for Send Msg.
7. Press the navigation key down to select Contact(s) and
for Menu.
.
.
press
.
8. Press
up or down to scroll through the available entries in
to place a check next to the entry.
your contacts. Press
The only entries that are displayed in the contact list are those labeled
as Mobile or have an Email address associated with them. All other
labels are filtered out.
Note:
9. When finished, press the left
to add the checked entries
to the picture share list of recipients.
Picture Mail From Review/Share Mode to send the picture.
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Sharing Sprint PCS Picture Mail From Messaging
You can also share your pictures from your phone’s Messaging menu.
To share Sprint PCS Picture Mail from the Messaging menu:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Messaging and press
.
Press the navigation key up from standby mode to access the
Messaging menu.
Shortcut:
3. Press
4. Press
for Picture Mail.
for Send Picture.
5. Select Camera Review and press
.
6. Highlight the desired picture and press
.
Picture Mail From Review/Share Mode to send the picture.
Storing Pictures
Your phone can store pictures in three ways:
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
In Camera
Saved to Phone
Online Albums
Images located in In Camera and Saved to Phone can be assigned to
address book entries, uploaded to online albums, sent to other
users, or saved for future use.
When pictures are assigned as your screen saver, they are scaled
from their original size to fit the screen.
Note:
When you access either location, the following options are available
when you press the right button:
Upload: Allows you to upload the image to an online album on
ⅷ
the Web. (Only available in In Camera.)
ⅷ
Assign: Allows you to assign an image to an address book entry,
as a screen saver, or for display during incoming calls.
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ⅷ
ⅷ
Save to Phone: Allows you to save images to the phone.
Edit: Allows you to edit the default name given to the image
when the picture was taken.
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
Erase: Allows you to erase a single or all of the stored images.
Picture Info: Displays detailed information about the image.
Camera Mode: Launches the Camera mode.
Expand/Thumbnail: Allows you to change the aspect of the image
between full screen and thumbnail size.
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Creating Your Sprint PCS Picture Mail Password
The first time you use any of the management options involving
the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Website, you will need to establish a
Sprint PCS Picture Mail password through your phone. This
password will also allow you to sign in to the Sprint PCS Picture Mail
Website at www.sprint.com/picturemail to access and manage your
uploaded pictures and albums.
To create your Sprint PCS Picture Mail password:
1. Press the left
2. Highlight Pictures Video and press
3. Press for Online Albums.
for Menu.
.
4. Select Upload Pictures and press
.
5. Highlight the desired image using
and press the left
to upload.
To select more than one image, highlight the image and press the
camera button on the front of the phone. Highlight the second image and
press the camera button again. Repeat this process until all desired
images are selected.
Tip:
6. Select Upload Selection or Upload All and press
7. Select My Uploads or My Albums and press
.
If your Sprint PCS Service Plan does not include Sprint PCS Picture Mail,
you will first be prompted to subscribe to the service for an additional
monthly charge.
Note:
8. Enter a four- to eight-digit password and press
. (You may
be prompted to confirm your password.)
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9. Please wait while the system creates your account.
Write down your Sprint PCS Picture Mail password and keep it in a
secure place.
Tip:
Once you have received confirmation that your account has been
successfully registered, you may upload and share pictures and
access the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Website.
In Camera
Your phone displays a picture immediately after it is taken and stores
the image in the In Camera folder. Pictures stored in your phone can
be viewed at any time without connecting to the Web.
To access the images:
1. Press the left
2. Highlight Pictures Video and press
3. Press for My Pictures.
for Menu.
.
4. Select In Camera and press
.
Saved to Phone
When pictures are downloaded from the Web or sent from another
user, they are stored in the phone’s internal memory. These images
are located in the Saved to Phone menu option.
To view Saved to Phone images:
1. Press the left
2. Highlight Pictures Video and press
3. Press for My Pictures.
4. Select Saved to Phone and press
for Menu.
.
.
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Online Albums
Online Albums are image or video groups that are saved online and
can be accessed using Sprint PCS Vision. The locations can be used
to save images from your phone.
To view online albums:
1. Press the left
2. Highlight Pictures Video and press
3. Press for Online Albums.
4. Select View Albums and press
5. Highlight the desired album and press
6. Select Select All, Pictures Only, or Video Only and press
for Menu.
.
.
.
.
If each pic or video is upload, Press
and then go to the store screen.
OK
will be
All Pictures only Video only
Note:
If all, press
displayed
and then
,
, or
OK
To create a new online album:
1. Press the left for Menu.
2. Highlight Pictures Video and press
3. Press for Online Albums.
4. Select View Albums and press
5. Press the right for New Album.
6. Enter up to 16 characters using the keypad for the album name
and press the left for Next.
To upload images to an online album:
1. Press the left for Menu.
2. Highlight Pictures Video and press
3. Press for Online Albums.
.
.
.
4. Select Upload Pictures and press
.
5. Select the desired images using
and press the left
for
Upload. (To select multiple images, highlight the image and
press . This places a check mark in the upper right corner
to indicate that the image has been selected.)
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6. Select Upload Selection or Upload All and press
7. Select My Albums and press
.
.
8. Press
down to highlight the desired album and press the
to Upload.
left
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Managing Sprint PCS Picture Mail
Using the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Website
Once you have uploaded pictures from your phone to your online
Sprint PCS Picture Mail account (see “Sharing Sprint PCS Picture
personal computer to manage your pictures. From the Sprint PCS
Picture Mail Website, you can share pictures, edit album titles and
picture captions, organize and move images, and do much more.
You will also have access to picture management tools to improve
and customize your pictures. You’ll be able to lighten, darken, crop,
add antique effects, add comic bubbles and cartoon effects, and use
other features to transform your pictures.
To access the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Website:
1. From your computer’s Internet connection, go to
www.sprint.com/picturemail.
2. Enter your Sprint PCS Phone Number and Sprint PCS Picture
Mail password to register. (See “Creating Your Sprint PCS Picture
Managing Online Pictures From Your Phone
You can use your phone to manage, edit, or share pictures you have
uploaded to the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Website. (See “Review/
uploading.)
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Sharing Online Sprint PCS Picture Mail
To share an album or picture:
1. Press the left
2. Highlight Pictures Video and press
3. Press for Online Albums.
4. Select View Albums and press
5. Highlight the desired album and press
6. Select All, Pictures Only, or Videos Only and press
for Menu.
.
.
.
.
If each pic or video is upload, Press
and then go to the store screen.
OK
will be
All Pictures only Videos only
Note:
If all, press
displayed
and then
,
, or
OK
7. Highlight the desired image and press
to select.
Picture Mail From Review/Share Mode to send the picture.
Accessing Online Picture Options
1. Select a picture from your online Sprint PCS Picture Mail (see
2. Press the right
for Options.
3. To select an option, highlight it and press
.
To access your online Albums options from your Sprint PCS Phone:
1. Display the album list in the online Sprint PCS Picture Mail
menu.
2. Use
3. Press the right
4. To select an option, highlight it and press
to select an album (or Inbox).
for Options.
.
Ⅲ New Album: Allows you to create a new album.
Ⅲ Erase Album: Deletes the highlighted album
Ⅲ Rename Album: Renames the highlighted album.
Ⅲ Album Info: Displays the detailed information associated
with the album.
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Taking Video Clips
The camcorder allows you to capture sound and motion using your
IP-A790. You can capture up to 30 fifteen second clips using the
camcorder. The video clips can be sent to other users or uploaded to
online albums. There are several options associated with the
camcorder:
ⅷ
Movie Light: Allows you to turn on or off the movie light. If this
option is on, a light icon ( ) is displayed on screen.
Self-Timer: Allows you to use a self timer before capturing a
ⅷ
video clip. If this option is on, a self timer icon (
) is displayed
on screen.
ⅷ
Color Tones: Allows you to choose a custom color tone for your
video clip. The available options are:
Ⅲ Auto: Automatically adjusts the picture for the best color
quality available.
Ⅲ Monochrome: Changes the picture to black and white.
Ⅲ Sepia: Adds a sepia tint to the picture. This is the common
orange tint that was popular back in early photography.
Ⅲ Green: Adds a green tint to the picture.
Ⅲ Aqua: Adds an aqua tint to the picture.
Ⅲ Antique: Adds orange highlights for an antique look.
Ⅲ Cool: Increases blue and green tints to give a cool color.
Ⅲ Warm: Increases red and orange tints giving a warm color.
ⅷ
Controls: Allow you to configure the brightness and white
balance settings for your video clips.
Ⅲ Brightness: Allows you to select Auto or Manual. If manual
is selected, you can adjust the brightness using 11 different
levels from -5 ~0 ~ +5.
Ⅲ White Balance: Allows you to select the white balance or
lighting conditions for the video clip:
Ⅲ
Auto: Automatically adjusts the lighting.
Ⅲ
Sunny: Decreases the light sensitivity for taking
pictures in full or mostly sunny conditions.
Ⅲ
Cloudy: Increases light sensitivity for taking pictures
under cloudy conditions.
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Ⅲ
Ⅲ
Ⅲ
Tungsten: Adjusts the white balance to match inside
lighting conditions displayed using common
household light bulbs.
Fluorescent: Adjusts the white balance to match
inside lighting conditions displayed using common
fluorescent lighting.
Manual: Allows you to manually adjust the white
balance settings.
ⅷ
Settings: Allow you to set the quality and auto erase settings for
the video clips.
Ⅲ Quality: Allows you to select between Fine, Normal, or
Economy. The quality setting determines the size and
picture clarity of the video clip.
Ⅲ Auto-Erase: Allows you to automatically delete videos after
they are uploaded.
ⅷ
ⅷ
Review Videos: Shows video clips that have already been saved in
the handset.
Camera Mode: Automatically switches to the camera mode.
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Taking a Video Clip
Taking a video clip with your phone’s built-in Camcorder is as
simple as choosing a subject, pointing the lens, and pressing a
button. You can activate Camcorder mode and take video clips
whether the phone is open or closed. (with the Camera Key
Guard set to off)
To take a Video Clip with the phone open:
1. Press the left
2. Highlight Pictures Video and press
3. Press for Camcorder.
for Menu.
.
4. Using the phone’s main LCD as a viewfinder, aim the
camcorder lens at your subject.
5. Press the left
to begin recording.
6. Press the left
— or —
to end the recording early.
Press the right
to Cancel.
To take a Video Clip with the phone closed:
1. With the flip closed, press and hold the camera button
located on the right side of the phone until Camera mode is
displayed on the outside LCD screen.
2. Press and hold
again until Camcorder is displayed at the
bottom of the outside LCD screen.
3. To begin recording, press
and release. (To end the
again.)
recording early, press
4. Open the flip to review the clip or press
again to record
another video clip.
Sharing Sprint PCS Video Mail
Sharing video clips works the same way as sharing images taken
with the Camera. Once you have saved a video clip, you can send it
to another user or upload the clip to an online album. For more
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Section 2K
Using Your Phone’s Built-in Media
Player
In This Section
ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ Your Multimedia Channel Options
Accessing Your Media Player’s Channel Listings
Playing a Video or Audio Clip
Multimedia FAQs
Your Sprint PCS Vision Multimedia Phone's built-in media player gives you
the ability to listen to audio clips and view video clips right from your
phone's display. It's a great way to stay up-to-date with news, weather,
and sports information while also enjoying the latest blockbuster
movie trailers or music videos – anywhere, anytime on the Sprint
Nationwide PCS Network. Just access your media player from your
phone's main menu, scroll to your choice of channel, and select one
of the video or audio clips to play. It's like having a TV in the palm of
your hand.
This section explains the features and options of your phone's built-in
media player.
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Your Multimedia Channel Options
Sprint PCS Vision Multimedia Service offers a variety of accessible
audio or video channels, depending on your Sprint PCS Service Plan
and multimedia subscriptions. Your subscription options include a
comprehensive basic service as well as a full menu of a variety of
additional channel options.
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
Preview Channel: This free channel lets you sample clips from all
of the available channels before you make a decision to
subscribe. It's like viewing the movie preview before deciding
whether you want to spend the money to go see the full motion
picture.
Sprint TVSM: This comprehensive basic service gives you access to
a variety of content from familiar brands. Think of it as “basic
cable” for your phone. It allows you unlimited access to this
content as long as you continue to pay the monthly subscription
fee.
Available Individual Channel Options:You also have the option of
subscribing to individual channels from an extensive menu
offering. These channels are available for a monthly subscription
fee and allow you unlimited access as long as you continue to
pay your monthly subscription fee.
You can always visit www.sprintpcs.com for a comprehensive up-to-
date Channel Guide, giving you an explanation of the available
channels as well as information on subscription rates.
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Accessing Your Media Player’s Channel Listings
It's easy to access and view the multimedia Channel Listings on your
IP-A790 from the phone's main menu.
To access your media player and channel listings:
1. From standby mode, press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Media Player and press
.
Ⅲ
MyChannels: These include the complimentary Previews
channel that Sprint provides, as well as any available
individual channels for which you have purchased access. If
you have purchased Sprint TV, either through a Sprint TV
VisionPlansubscriptionorbypurchasingitseparately, itwill
be displayed here.
Ⅲ
AvailableChannels: These are channels that have not yet been
purchased but are available to access for a monthly
subscription fee. Use your navigation key to scroll through
and select a channel, and follow the onscreen instructions to
purchaseaccesstoit.Uponpurchasingaccesstooneofthese
channels, the channel will be listed, along with its
correspondingchannelnumber,intheMyChannels sectionof
yourmediaplayer'sChannelListings.Youwillseeitdisplayed
in this section the next time you access your phone's media
player.
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Playing a Video or Audio Clip
To select and play a media clip:
1. From standby mode, press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Media Player and press
.
3. Use your keypad to enter a channel number (or
use your navigation key to scroll to a channel and press
).
Ⅲ
MyChannels:Ifyouhaveselectedachannelthatyou'vealready
signedupfor(orifit'sachannelwithnomonthlyfee),youwill
see a list of available clips.
Ⅲ
AvailableChannels:Ifyouhaveselectedachannelyouhavenot
yet signed up for, you will be prompted to accept the
corresponding monthly charge. Follow the onscreen
prompts to subscribe to the selected channel. (A list of
available clips will display.)
4. Scroll to the clip you would like to play and press Select (left
soft key) or
playing.)
. (The clip will automatically load and begin
The first time you access one of your Available Channels, you will be
prompted to accept the corresponding monthly fee (unless it’s a
channel that doesn’t have an associated monthly fee). Accepting the
charge gives you access to the channel for as long as you continue to
pay the monthly fee. If you accept the fee, the next time you access
your phone’s media player, this channel will appear in the My Channels
section of your Channel Listings.
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Multimedia FAQs
1. How does my phone's Multimedia Service differ from
Sprint PCS Video Mail?
Multimedia Service lets you access high-quality video and audio
clips provided by external sources. Video Mail lets you capture,
upload and share videos that you personally create with your
phone's built-in camcorder.
2. How am I charged for Multimedia Service?
It depends on whether you sign up for a Sprint PCS Vision Plan.
Please see the following options below:
A. Sprint PCS Vision Plan:
ࡗ With any Sprint PCS Vision Plan (other than the SprintTV
Vision Plan), you can play an unlimited number of video/
audio clips on your phone's display as long as you've
subscribed to a channel (see next bullet). You also
receive access to the Previews channel as a courtesy
from Sprint. It doesn't cost you anything to play the clips,
but you will need to pay a monthly fee for any channel
subscriptions (see the following bullet).
ࡗ In addition to complimentary access to the Previews
channel, you can subscribe to any of the channels listed
in the Available Channels section of your Channel
Listings for an additional monthly fee. Clips within these
channels will continue to be available to you as long as
you continue to pay your monthly channel subscription
fee.
B. SprintTV Vision Plan:
ࡗ With this specific plan, you can play an unlimited
number of video/audio clips on your phone's display
and, in addition to the Previews channel, this plan
includes the SprintTV Channel, giving you a
comprehensive selection of audio/video clips from a
variety of brands you know. It doesn't cost you anything
to play the clips, but you will need to pay a monthly fee
for any additional channels to which you subscribe (see
the following bullet).
ࡗ For a monthly subscription fee, you can purchase access
to a variety of other channels located in the Available
Channels section of your Channel Listings. Clips within
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these channels will continue to be available to you as
long as you continue to pay your monthly channel
subscription fee.
C. C. Any plan other than a Sprint PCS Vision Plan:
ࡗ If you do not sign up for a Sprint PCS Vision Plan (of any
kind), your Sprint PCS Multimedia Phone still has the
capability of playing audio or video clips, but you WILL
be charged a fee for playing them (this includes any of
the clips in the Previews channel). The charge for
playing the clip is based the clip's size and scope, and
will vary depending on the clip.
ࡗ You will be charged a monthly subscription fee for any of
the Available Channels you acquire access to (with the
exception of the Previews channel, which is included as
a courtesy from Sprint). If you purchase access to an
Available Channel, clips within the channel will continue
to be available to you as long as you continue to pay your
monthly channel subscription fee.
4. Will I know if I'm receiving an incoming call while I'm viewing or
listening to an audio clip?
No. All incoming calls will roll into voicemail while you are
playing a clip. If the caller leaves a voicemail, the voicemail
icon will appear on the screen.
5. How long are the clips? Will I know the estimated time it will take to
play the clip prior to accessing it?
Once you have selected a channel, you will see a listing of the
available clips, with the clip's length appearing after the clip's
title. In general, a clip's duration will depend on the story or
content being provided, and can be fairly short or as long as a
few minutes.
6. Can I access a multimedia clip wherever I am, as long as I have my
phone?
As long as you are on the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network, you
will have access to the audio and video clips.
Multimedia Service does not work while roaming off of the Sprint
Nationwide PCS Network or where service is unavailable.
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7. Are the videos that I'm viewing “live” videos?
Not yet. This service currently provides media on demand with
video and audio clips that are refreshed throughout the day,
but that are not “live.” A menu of live media streams should
become available in 2005.
8. After purchasing access to an Available Channel for a monthly fee, do
I receive any confirmation? That is, how do I know it has been
purchased?
The next time you access your media player's Channel Listings,
the purchased channel title and corresponding number will
appear in the My Channels section.
9. Why are some channels already pre-loaded into the My Channels
section?
Some channels, such as Previews, are offered free of charge as
a customer courtesy. These channels automatically appear in
the My Channels section of your Channel Listings.
10. If I don't subscribe to Sprint PCS Vision Plan, am I still able to view the
multimedia clips?
Yes; for service access charges, please see option “C” in
question 2 above.
11. How can I easily access a channel without having to scroll through all
the channels in my Channel Listings?
Each channel will have a number to the left of it. You can
simply press this number to quickly access the clips located
within that channel.
When entering the specific channel number, channels 01 - 09 do not
require you to enter a “0.” For example, to access channel “07,” just
press the “7” key.
12. What does it mean when the video pauses and I see the word
“loading” at the bottom of the screen?
This happens when the media player is in the process of
loading the data necessary to play the clip. It typically occurs
when there is heavy traffic on the network.
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13. How can I cancel service if I decide I don't want it?
To cancel your Multimedia Service, visit www.sprintpcs.com and
sign on to My PCS with your account number and password.
From this page you have the ability to cancel the service and/or
any Available Channels to which you subscribe.
14. If I place my stereo headphones on and insert them into the phone's
headset jack, can I close the flip while I am playing an audio (or video)
clip without interrupting the clip?
Yes. When you insert your stereo headset into the phone's
headset jack, the phone automatically goes into “headset
mode,” allowing you to close the flip and continue playing the
clip (likewise, if your phone is in “headset mode,” a phone call
will not become disconnected by closing the flip).
15. Can I surf to a different channel while I am playing a clip?
Yes; while you are playing a clip, you can use the up and down
navigation buttons to surf to a different channel. A small pop-
up screen will appear that tells you which channel you are
watching as well as other channels you have access to. Use the
navigation buttons to scroll through the different channels.
Once you find a channel that you want to watch, scroll to it
and press
(or simply wait approximately three seconds)
and the channel will begin loading.
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Section 3A
Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics
In This Section
ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ Using Voicemail
Using SMS Text Messaging
Using Caller ID
Responding to Call Waiting
Making a Three-Way Call
Using Call Forwarding
Now that you’ve mastered your phone’s fundamentals, it’s time to explore
the calling features that enhance your Sprint PCS Service. This section
outlines your basic Sprint PCS Service features.
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Using Voicemail
Setting Up Your Voicemail
All unanswered calls to your Sprint PCS 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 Sprint PCS Voicemail and
personal greeting as soon as your Sprint PCS Phone is activated.
To set up your voicemail:
1. Press and hold
.
2. Follow the system prompts to:
Ⅲ Create your pass code.
Ⅲ Record your greeting.
Ⅲ Record your name announcement.
Ⅲ Choose whether to activate One-Touch Message Access (a
feature that lets you access messages simply by pressing
and holding
pass code).
, bypassing the need for you to enter your
The voicemail setup process may vary in certain Affiliate areas.
Note:
If your phone is in GSM mode and in a GSM service area, unanswered
calls will not be transferred to voicemail. For more information about
GSM
Note:
Voicemail Notification
There are several ways your Sprint PCS Phone alerts you of a
new message:
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
By displaying a message on the screen.
By sounding the assigned ringer type.
By the LED blinking red.
By displaying
at the top of your screen.
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New Voicemail Message Alerts
When you receive a new voice message, your phone alerts you and
prompts you to call your voicemail.
To call your voicemail:
ᮣ Press and hold
.
To display your Missed Log:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Call History and press
.
3. Press
for Missed Calls.
When you are roaming off the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network, you
may not receive notification of new voicemail messages. It is
recommended that you periodically check your voicemail by dialing
1 + area code + your Sprint PCS Phone Number. When your
Important:
voicemail answers, press ( ) and enter your pass code. You will be
*
charged roaming rates when accessing voicemail while roaming off
the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network.
Your phone accepts messages even when it is turned off. However, you
are only notified of new messages when your phone is turned on and you
are in a Sprint PCS Service Area.
Note:
Retrieving Your Voicemail Messages
You can review your messages directly from your Sprint PCS Phone or
from any other touch-tone phone. To dial from your Sprint PCS
Phone, you can either speed dial your voicemail or use the menu keys.
Using One-Touch Message Access
ᮣ Press and hold
. (Follow the system prompts.)
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Using the Menu Keys on Your Phone to Access Your Messages
1. Press the left for Menu.
2. Highlight Messaging and press
.
3. Press
for Voicemail.
4. Press
for Call Voicemail.
You are charged for airtime minutes when you are accessing your
voicemail from your Sprint PCS Phone.
Note:
Using a Phone Other Than Your Sprint PCS Phone to
Access Messages
1. Dial your Sprint PCS Phone Number.
2. When your voicemail answers, press
.
When you call into voicemail you first hear the header information (date,
time, and sender information) for the message. To skip directly to the
Tip:
message, press
during the header.
3. Enter your pass code.
If you are roaming internationally in GSM mode, you may use a landline
phone to access your Sprint PCS Voicemail box using the instructions
above. You must turn off your IP-A790 before using another phone to
access your voicemail. For more information, see “"Accessing
GSM
Note:
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Voicemail Button Guide
Here’s a quick guide to your keypad functions while listening to
voicemail messages. For further details and menu options, see
Date/Time
Replay
Send Reply Advance
Rewind
Call Back
Help
Forward
Save
Erase
Cancel
Skip
Voicemail Options
Your Sprint PCS Phone offers several options for organizing and
accessing your voicemail.
Using Expert Mode
Using the Expert Mode setting for your personal voicemail box
helps you navigate through the voicemail system more quickly by
shortening the voice prompts you hear at each level.
To turn Expert Mode on or off:
1. Press and hold
to access your voicemail. (If your
voicemail box contains any new or saved messages, press
to access the main voicemail menu.)
2. Press
to change your Personal Options, following the
system prompts.
3. Press
for Expert Mode.
4. Press
to turn Expert Mode on or off.
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Setting Up Group Distribution Lists
Create up to 20 separate group lists, each with up to 20 customers.
1. Press and hold
to access your voicemail. (If your
voicemail box contains any new or saved messages, press
to access the main voicemail menu.)
2. Press
to change your Personal Options, following the
system prompts.
3. Press
for Administrative Options.
for Group Distribution Lists.
4. Press
5. Follow the voice prompts to create, edit, rename, or delete
group lists.
Sprint PCS Callback
Return a call after listening to a message without disconnecting
from voicemail.
ᮣ Press
after listening to a message. (Once the call is
complete, you’re returned to the voicemail main menu.)
Voicemail-to-Voicemail Message
Record and send a voice message to other Sprint PCS
Voicemail users.
1. From the main voicemail menu, press
to send
a message.
2. Follow the voice prompts to enter the phone number.
3. Follow the voice prompts to record and send your voice
message.
Voicemail-to-Voicemail Message Reply
Reply to a voice message received from any other Sprint PCS
Voicemail user.
1. After listening to a voice message, press
.
2. Follow the voice prompts to record and send your reply.
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Voicemail-to-Voicemail Message Forwarding
Forward a voice message, except those marked “Private,” to other
Sprint PCS Voicemail users.
1. After listening to a message, press
.
2. Follow the voice prompts to enter the phone number.
3. Follow the voice prompts to record your introduction and
forward the voice message.
Voicemail-to-Voicemail Receipt Request
Receive confirmation that your voice message has been listened to
when you send, forward, or reply to other Sprint PCS users.
1. After you have recorded a message, press
to indicate you
are satisfied with the message you recorded.
2. Press
to mark receipt requested.
3. Press
to send your voicemail message.
Continue Recording
When leaving a voice message, you can choose to continue
recording even after you’ve stopped.
ᮣ Before pressing
to indicate that you are satisfied with the
message you recorded, press
to continue recording.
Extended Absence Greeting
When your phone is turned off or you are off the Sprint Nationwide
PCS Network for an extended period, this greeting can be played
instead of your normal personal greeting.
1. From the main voicemail menu, press
for
Personal Options.
2. Press
for Greetings.
to record an Extended Absence Greeting.
3. Press
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Clearing the Message Icon
Your phone may temporarily continue to display the message icon
after you have checked your voice and text messages.
To clear the icon from the display screen:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Messaging and press
.
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
for Voicemail.
for Clear Envelope.
up to select Yes and press
.
Voicemail Menu Key
Following the prompts on the voicemail system, you can use your
keypad to navigate through the voicemail menu. The following list
outlines your phone’s voicemail menu structure.
Listen
Envelope Information
Reply
Advance 8 Seconds
Replay
Rewind
Forward Message
Erase
Callback
Save
Options
Send a Message
Personal Options
Notification Options
Phone Notification
Numeric Paging to a PCS Phone
Return to Personal Options Menu
Administrative Options
Skip pass code
Autoplay
Message Date & Time On/Off
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Change pass code
Group Distribution List
Return to Personal Options Menu
Greetings
Personal Greetings
Name Announcement
Extended Absence Greeting
Return to Personal Options Menu
Expert Mode (On/Off)
Place a Call
Disconnect
Using SMS Text Messaging
With SMS Text Messaging, you can use a person’s wireless phone
number to send instant text messages from your Sprint PCS Phone to
their messaging-ready phone – and they can send messages to you.
When you receive a new message, you’ll automatically be notified
with a one-way text message.
In addition, SMS Text Messaging includes a variety of pre-set
messages, such as “I’m running late, I’m on my way,” that make
composing messages fast and easy. You can also customize your own
pre-set messages (up to 160 characters) from your Sprint PCS Phone
or at www.sprintpcs.com.
Composing SMS Text Messages
To compose an SMS Text message:
1. Press the left
2. Highlight Messaging and press
3. Press for Send Message.
4. Select Text and press
5. Enter the mobile number or email address of the individual(s)
and press the left for OK. When your finished entering all
for Menu.
.
.
your phone numbers or Email Addresses, press the left
for Next.
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6. Compose your message using the keypad and press the left
for Next.
7. Press the left
to Send.
You can also check the Urgent option to send the message with an
urgent status.
Note:
Accessing SMS Text Messages
There are two options associated with SMS Text messages that are
used to configure how the message is displayed or not displayed.
These options are:
Ⅲ Message & Icon - Displays the message icon and a pop-up of
the message on-screen.
Ⅲ Icon Only - Displays only the message icon on-screen.
To read an SMS Text message:
1. Depending on the setting, the message will be displayed on-
screen. If not, then you must access the message through the
Messaging menu.
2. If there is a URL in the text body, left soft key will display
“Reply”. “Go” will appear in the sub menu.
3. Scroll to the new short mail message and press
. (Unread
short mail messages will be marked with an asterisk [ ].)
*
The Sprint PCS Phone Number of the person who sent you a text
message is displayed before the message text. If the sender is on your
short list, their nickname will appear instead of their number.
Note:
To reply to an SMS Text message:
1. While the message is open, press the left
for Reply.
2. Compose your reply using the keypad and press the left
for Next. (Select the desired character input method by
pressing the right
.)
3. Review your reply and press the left
to Send.
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Erasing Messages
To erase messages:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Messaging and press
.
3. Press
for Text Message.
4. Press
for Inbox.
5. Press the right
and select:
Ⅲ Erase: erases the selected message.
Ⅲ Erase Multiple: erases all selected messages.
6. Press
up to select Yes and press
.
Using Caller ID
Caller ID allows people to identify a caller before answering the
phone by displaying the number of the incoming call. If you do not
want your number displayed when you make a call, just follow these
easy steps.
To block your phone number from being displayed for a specific
outgoing call:
1. Press
2. Enter the number you want to call.
3. Press
.
.
To permanently block your number, call Sprint Customer Service.
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Responding to Call Waiting
When you’re on a call, Call Waiting alerts you of incoming calls by
sounding two beeps. Your phone’s screen informs you that another
call is coming in and displays the caller’s phone number (if it is
available and you are in digital mode).
To respond to an incoming call while you’re on a call:
ᮣ Press
. (This puts the first caller on hold and answers the
second call.)
To switch back to the first caller:
ᮣ Press again.
For those calls where you don’t want to be interrupted, you can
Tip:
temporarily disable Call Waiting by pressing 7 0 before placing your
call. Call Waiting is automatically reactivated once you end the call.
*
To use Call Waiting while roaming internationally in GSM mode, you
must first activate the Call Waiting option in the GSM Services menu.
GSM
Note:
Making a Three-Way Call
With Three-Way Calling, you can talk to two people at the same
time. When using this feature, the normal airtime rates will be
charged for each of the two calls.
To make a Three-Way Call:
1. Enter a number you wish to call and press
.
2. Once you have established the connection, press the right
for 3-Way Call.
3. Dial the second number and press the left
for Call.
4. When you’re connected to the second party, press
again
to begin your three-way call.
If one of the people you called hangs up during your call, you and
the remaining caller stay connected. If you initiated the call and are
the first to hang up, all three callers are disconnected.
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You can also begin a Three-Way Call by displaying a phone number
stored in your Contacts, Call History, or Messaging. To call the third
party, press TALK.
Tip:
Call Waiting and Three-Way Calling are not available while roaming off
the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network.
Note:
Using Call Forwarding
Call Forwarding lets you forward all your incoming calls to another
phone number – even when your phone is turned off. You can
continue to make calls from your phone when Call Forwarding is
activated.
To activate Call Forwarding:
1. Press
.
2. Enter the area code and phone number to which your future
calls should be forwarded.
3. Press
. (You will hear a series of tones to confirm the
activation of Call Forwarding.)
To deactivate Call Forwarding:
1. Press
.
2. Press
. (You will hear a series of tones to confirm the
deactivation.)
You are charged a higher rate for calls you have forwarded.
Note:
A variation of Call Forwarding known as Call Diverting is available while
roaming internationally in GSM mode. For information on setting up Call
Diverting, see “"Using Call Diverting (GSM)" on page 183.
GSM
Note:
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Section 3B
Sprint PCS VisionSM
In This Section
ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ Sprint PCS Vision
ࡗ Accessing Screen Savers Understanding Messaging
Downloading Content
Accessing Games
ࡗ Exploring the Web ࡗ Sprint PCS Vision FAQs Accessing Ringers
SM
Sprint PCS Vision brings you clarity you can see and hear with advanced
multimedia services. These features, including messaging, games,
downloadable ringers and screen savers, and Web access, are easy to
learn and use. The rich, colorful graphic experience is visually
comparable to your home or office computer. Clearly, it’s a whole new
way to look at wireless.
This section introduces these advanced services and walks you through
the necessary steps to start taking advantage of Sprint PCS Vision.
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Getting Started With Sprint PCS Vision
With your Sprint PCS Phone and Sprint PCS Service, you are ready to
start enjoying the advantages of Sprint PCS Vision. This section will
help you learn the basics of using your Vision services, including
managing your User Name, launching a Vision connection, and
navigating the Web with your Sprint PCS Phone.
Sprint PCS Vision Services are not available while roaming
internationally in GSM mode.
GSM
Note:
Your User Name
When you buy a Sprint PCS Phone and sign up for service, you're
automatically assigned a User Name. A User Name is typically based
on your name and a number, followed by “@sprintpcs.com.” For
example, the third John Smith to sign up for Vision services might
name you want – as long as nobody else has it.
When you use Vision services, your User Name is submitted to
identify you to the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network. The User Name
is also useful as an address for Sprint PCS Mail, as a way to
personalize Web services, and as an online virtual identity.
Your User Name will be automatically programmed into your
Sprint PCS Phone. You don't have to enter it.
Finding Your User Name
If you aren't sure what your Sprint PCS Vision User Name is, you can
easily find it online or on your Sprint PCS Phone.
To find your User Name:
ⅷ
Sprint PCS Phone Number and Password. Click on My Personal
Information and PCS Vision User Name to display your
user name.
ⅷ
On your Sprint PCS Phone. You can find your User Name under the
Phone Info option in your phone's Settings menu.
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To access the phone’s main menu, press (Menu) from standby mode.
Menu items may be selected by highlighting them with the navigation
key and pressing OK, or you can press the number corresponding to the
menu item on your keypad.
Note:
Launching a Vision Connection
To launch a Vision connection:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Web and press
. (Your Vision connection will
launch and the Sprint PCS Vision home page will display.)
The Vision Home Page
While connecting, the following will appear on the screen:
Connecting....
If you had a previous Sprint PCS Vision connection, the last page
you visited (for example, Messaging or ESPN Top News) will display
when you launch your browser. When this occurs, you may not see
the “Connecting...” message when you launch the session. Though
the browser is open, you are not currently in an active data session -
that is, no data is being sent or received. As soon as you navigate to
another page, the active session will launch and you will see the
“Connecting...” message.
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Net Guard
When you first connect to the Web, the Net Guard will appear to
confirm that you want to connect. This feature helps you avoid
accidental connections. You can disable the Net Guard in the future
by selecting Always Auto-Connect when the Net Guard is displayed.
To change your Net Guard settings:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
for PCS Vision.
for Net Guard.
up or down to select On or Off.
to Save.
When enabled, the Net Guard appears only once per session. The Net Guard
does not appear if the phone is merely re-connecting due to a time-out.
Note:
Vision Connection Status and Indicators
Your phone's display lets you know the current status of your
Vision connection through indicators which appear at the top of the
screen. The following symbols are used:
Your Vision connection is active (data is being transferred); the
transmit/receive symbol will blink to indicate data
transmission. Incoming voice calls go directly to voicemail;
outgoing voice calls can be made, but the Vision connection
will terminate.
Your Vision connection is dormant (no data is being sent
or received). Though not currently active, when dormant the
phone can restart an active connection quickly; voice calls can
be made and received.
Your phone is not currently able to access Vision service
features.
If no indicator appears, your phone does not have a current
Vision connection. To launch a connection, see “Launching a Vision
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Navigating the Web
Navigating through menus and Websites during a Vision session is
easy once you've learned a few basics. Here are some tips for
getting around:
Soft Keys
During a Vision session, the bottom line of your phone's display
contains one or more soft keys. These keys are shortcut controls for
navigating around the Web, and they correspond to the left
and right
buttons directly below the phone’s display screen.
Depending on which Websites you visit, the labels on the soft keys may
change to indicate their function.
Tip:
To use soft keys:
ᮣ Press the desired soft key button. (If an additional pop-up
menu appears when you press the soft key button, select the
menu items using your keypad [if they’re numbered] or by
highlighting the option and pressing
.)
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Scrolling
As with other parts of your phone's menu, you'll have to scroll up
and down to see everything on some Websites.
To scroll line by line through Websites:
ᮣ Press
up and down.
To scroll page by page through Websites:
ᮣ Press the volume buttons on the side of the phone.
Selecting
Once you've learned how to use soft keys and scroll, you can start
navigating the Web.
To select on-screen items:
ᮣ Use
to highlight the desired item, then press the desired
).
soft key button (or press
You'll find that the left soft key is used primarily for selecting items.
This soft key is often labeled “OK.”
Tip:
If the items on a page are numbered, you can use your keypad (number
keys) to select an item. (The tenth item in a numbered list may be
selected by pressing the 0 key on your phone’s keypad, even though the
number 0 doesn’t appear on the screen.)
Links, which appear as underlined text, allow you to jump to
different Web pages, select special functions, or even place phone
calls.
To select links:
ᮣ Highlight the link and select the appropriate soft key.
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Going Back
To go back one page:
ᮣ Press the
key on your phone.
The
key is also used for deleting text (like a BACKSPACE key) when
Note:
you are entering text.
Going Home
To return to the Vision home page from any other Web page:
ᮣ Press the right
.
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Sprint PCS Messaging
Accessing Messaging
Now you can send and receive emails and text messages and
participate in Web-based chatrooms right from your Sprint PCS
Phone. Messaging allows you to stay connected to friends, family,
and co-workers 24 hours a day anywhere on the Sprint Nationwide
PCS Network.
Message Types
There are many types of text messaging available on your phone.
Email, and Chat.
(Sprint PCS Voicemail provides voicemail-to-mailbox messaging. For
information on using your phone’s voicemail feature, see “Using
Downloading Premium Services Content
With Vision and your new Sprint PCS Phone, you have access to a
dynamic variety of Premium Service content, such as downloadable
Games, Ringers, Screen Savers, and other applications. The basic
steps required to access and download Premium Service content are
outlined below.
Accessing the Download Menus
To access the Sprint PCS Vision download menus:
1. Press the left
2. Highlight Downloads and press
3. Select the type of file you wish to download (Games, Ringers,
Screen Savers, or Applications) and press
4. Select Get New and press . (The browser will launch and
take you to the corresponding download menu.)
for Menu.
.
.
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To access the Sprint PCS Vision download menus from the
Web browser:
1. From the Vision home page, select Downloads.
2. Select Games, Ringers, Screen Savers, or Applications to go to
the corresponding download menu. (For more information on
Selecting an Item to Download
You can search for available items to download in a number of ways:
ⅷ
Featured displays a rotating selection of featured items.
ⅷ
Browse Category allows you to narrow your search to a general
category, such as Movie/TV Themes for Ringers or College Logos
for Screen Savers. (There may be several pages of available content
in a list. Select Next 9 to view additional items.)
ⅷ
Search allows you to use your keypad to enter search criteria to
locate an item. You may enter an entire word or title or perform
a partial-word search (for example, entering “goo” returns “Good
Ol’ Boy,” “The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly,” and “Goofy - Club”).
Downloading an Item
Once you’ve selected an item you wish to download, highlight it and
press
or select OK (left soft key). You will see a summary page
for the item including its title, the vendor, the download detail, the
file size, and the cost. Links allow you to view the License Details
page, which outlines the price, license type, and length of license
for the download, and the Terms of Use page, which details the
Premium Services Terms of Use and your responsibility for payment.
To download a selected item:
1. From the information page, select Buy. (The item will
download automatically. When the New Download screen
appears, the item has been successfully downloaded to your
phone.)
If you have not previously purchased an item, you will be prompted to
create your purchasing profile.
Note:
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2. Select an option to continue:
Select Use (left ) to assign the downloaded item
Ⅲ
(or to launch, in the case of a game or application). Your
Sprint PCS Vision session will end and you will be
redirected to the appropriate phone menu screen.
Ⅲ Select Shop (right
download. Press
standby mode.
) to browse for other items to
to quit the browser and return to
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Games
Accessing Games
You can play a variety of entertaining and graphically-rich games on
your Sprint PCS Phone. New games are easy to download
and play.
For complete instructions on downloading, see “Downloading Premium
Services Content” on page 159.
Tip:
Downloading Games
To download an available game to your phone:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Downloads and press
3. Highlight Games and press
4. Highlight Get New and press
.
.
. (The browser will launch and
take you to the Games download menu.)
5. Use your navigation key to highlight and select a game you
wish to download. (For more information on navigating the
6. Select Buy. (The game will download automatically. When the
New Download screen appears, the game has been
successfully downloaded to your phone.)
If you have not previously purchased an item, you will be prompted to
create your purchasing profile.
Note:
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Playing Games
To play a downloaded game on your Sprint PCS Phone:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Downloads and press
.
3. Highlight Games and press
.
4. Select the game you wish to play.
5. Select Yes ( ) if a prompt displays the days remaining on the
game license and asks if you want to continue.
6. Follow the onscreen instructions to play the game.
To quit a game:
1. When you are finished playing, select Exit (or Quit) or press
. (A prompt will display: “Do you want to exit?”)
2. Select Exit (
– or –
) to exit.
Select Resume (
) to cancel.
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Ringers
Accessing Ringers
You can personalize your Sprint PCS Phone by downloading and
assigning different ringers to numbers in your address book.
For complete instructions on downloading, see “Downloading Premium
Services Content” on page 159.
Tip:
Downloading Ringers
To download an available ringer to your phone:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Downloads and press
3. Highlight Ringers and press
4. Highlight Get New and press
.
.
. (The browser will launch and
take you to the Ringers download menu.)
5. Use
to highlight and select a ringer you wish to download.
(For more information on navigating the Web, see “Navigating
6. From the item information page, select Buy. (The ringer will
download automatically. When the New Download screen
appears, the ringer has been successfully downloaded to your
phone.)
If you have not previously purchased an item, you will be prompted to
create your purchasing profile.
Note:
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Assigning Downloaded Ringers
You can assign downloaded ringers directly from the Downloads
menu or through your phone’s Settings menu.
To assign a downloaded ringer from the Downloads menu:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Downloads and press
3. Highlight Ringers and press
4. Highlight a ringer and press
.
.
to play the ringer. (Select Back
[left
] or Menu [right
] for options.)
5. Press
to return to the Ringers menu.
for Set as.
6. Press the right
7. Press
8. Press
9. Press
for Voice Calls.
for With Caller ID or
to exit.
for No Caller ID.
To assign a downloaded ringer from the Settings menu:
– or –
You may assign a ringer to more than one type of call.
Note:
Purchasing Ringers
You can purchase ringers directly from your phone by following the
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Screen Savers
Accessing Screen Savers
Download unique images to use as screen savers – or make it easy to
tell who’s calling by assigning specific images to numbers in your
address book.
For complete instructions on downloading, see “Downloading Premium
Services Content” on page 159.
Tip:
Downloading Screen Savers
To download an available Screen Saver to your phone:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Downloads and press
.
3. Highlight Screen Savers and press
.
4. Highlight Get New and press
. (The browser will launch and
take you to the Screen Savers download menu.)
5. Use your navigation key to highlight and select a Screen Saver
you wish to download. (For more information on navigating
6. From the item information page, select Buy. (The screen saver
will download automatically. When the New Download screen
appears, the screen saver has been successfully downloaded to
your phone.)
If you have not previously purchased an item, you will be prompted to
create your purchasing profile.
Note:
Note:
You may store a limited number of downloaded Screen Savers on your
phone, depending on the file sizes. Additional downloads will be stored
in My Content Manager.
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Assigning Downloaded Screen Savers
Downloaded Screen Savers may be assigned directly from the
Downloads menu or through the Settings menu.
To assign a downloaded Screen Saver from the Downloads menu:
1. Press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Downloads and press
3. Highlight Screen Savers and press
4. Highlight a Screen Saver and press
.
.
.
5. Press
to return to the Screen Savers menu.
for Set as.
for Screen Saver.
to exit.
6. Press the right
7. Press
8. Press
To assign a downloaded Screen Saver from the Settings menu:
Purchasing Screen Savers
You can purchase Screen Savers directly from your phone by
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Web
Exploring the Web
With Web access on your Sprint PCS Phone, you can browse full-
color graphic versions of your favorite Websites, making it easier
than ever to stay informed while on the go. Follow sports scores and
breaking news and weather and shop on your Sprint PCS Phone
anywhere on the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network.
In addition to the features already covered in this section, the
Vision Home page offers access to these colorful, graphically rich
Web categories. Many sites are available under more than one menu
– choose the one that's most convenient for you.
ⅷ
News. Get up-to-the-minute news regarding finance, business,
sports, and entertainment at sites like CNNtoGo, Bloomberg,
USA Today, and Forbes.
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
Weather. Access The Weather Channel to get current weather
conditions and forecasts.
Sports. Enjoy current news, statistics, and sports scores, as well as
updates of events in progress at ESPN.com and other sports sites.
Entertainment. Get the latest buzz on your favorite stars as well as
movie and music reviews at Websites like E! Online, Pocket
BoxOfficeTM, and TastNtalk.
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
Money. Use Websites like Bloomberg, Fidelity, and Forbes to get
stock quotes, make trades, and check your bank account online.
Find it... Use Google to search keywords, articles, and even
images.
Travel. Access flight information and make dining arrangements
from travel Websites like Saber and Fodors.com.
Shopping. Automatically display links for AOL, Yahoo!, MSN,
Earthlink, go2, and Google Search.
Portals. Use tools like Switchboard to access yellow pages, white
pages – even reverse phone number look-up or use Google to
search for other Websites or images.
ⅷ
My Account. Check minutes and Sprint PCS Vision usage, view
your current invoice, or make a payment.
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Using the Browser Menu
Navigating the Web from your phone using the Vision home page is
easy once you get the hang of it. For details on how to navigate the
Web, select menu items, and more, see “Navigating the Web” on
Although the Vision home page offers a broad and convenient array of
sites and services for you to browse, not all sites are represented, and
certain functions, such as going directly to specific Websites, are not
available. For these and other functions, you will need to use the
browser menu. The browser menu offers additional functionality to
expand your use of the Web on your Sprint PCS Phone.
Opening the Browser Menu
The browser menu may be opened anytime you have an active
Vision session, from any page you are viewing.
To open the browser menu:
1. Press the left
2. Highlight Web and press
3. Press the right to display the following options:
for Menu.
.
Ⅲ Home: Returns the browser to the Vision home page.
Ⅲ Forward: Allows you to forward content to another user.
Ⅲ Mark this page: Creates a new bookmark for the
current page.
Ⅲ View Bookmarks: Allows you to view and access
bookmarked sites and bookmark new sites.
Ⅲ Search: Launches a Google search.
Ⅲ Send page to: Allows you to send the page you are viewing
to another Email or mobile number.
Ⅲ Go to URL: Allows you to navigate directly to a Website by
entering its URL (Website address).
Ⅲ History: Displays the 20 pages visited by the Web browser.
Ⅲ Refresh this page: Reloads the current Web page.
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Ⅲ More: Displays the following sub-menus:
ⅢShow URL: Displays the URL (Website address) of the
site you're currently viewing.
ⅢRestart Browser: Restarts the browser application.
ⅢAbout Browser: Displays technical information about
the browser, its version, and the encryption version,
and provides links to Certificate Information for the
various components.
ⅢPreferences: Displays the browser preferences.
Creating a Bookmark
Bookmarks allow you to store the address of your favorite Websites
for easy access at a later time.
To create a bookmark:
1. Go to the Web page you want to mark.
2. Press the right
to access the browser menu.
).
3. Select Mark this page (
4. Use your keypad to edit the bookmark title and URL (if
necessary) and select Save to save the bookmark.
Bookmarking a page does not store the page contents, just
its address.
Note:
Some pages cannot be bookmarked. Whether a particular Web page
may be marked is controlled by its creator.
Accessing a Bookmark
To access a bookmark:
1. Access the browser menu by pressing the right
.
2. Select View Bookmarks (
).
3. Highlight the bookmark you’d like to access and press
to
go to the Website.
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Deleting a Bookmark
To delete a bookmark:
1. Access the View menu as outlined above in steps 1–2.
2. Press the right
and select Delete.
3. Press the navigation key up to select Yes and press
to delete.
Going to a Specific Website
To go to a particular Website by entering a URL (Website address):
1. Press the right
.
2. Select Go to URL (
).
3. Use your keypad to enter the URL of the Website you wish to
go to and press
.
Not all Websites are viewable on your phone.
Note:
Reloading a Web Page
To reload (refresh) a Web page:
1. Press the right
.
2. Select Refresh this page (
).
Restarting the Web Browser
If the Web browser appears to be malfunctioning or stops
responding, you can usually fix the problem by simply restarting the
browser.
To restart the Web browser:
1. Press the right
.
2. Select More (
).
3. Select Restart Browser (
).
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Sprint PCS Vision FAQs
How will I know when my phone is ready for Vision service?
when you access Phone Info under the Settings menu.
How do I sign-in for the first time?
You are automatically signed in to access Vision services when you
turn on your phone.
How do I know when my phone is connected to Vision services?
Your phone automatically connects when Vision service is used or
an incoming message arrives. Your phone will also display the
icon. (Connecting takes about 10-12 seconds.)
Can I make calls and use Vision services at the same time?
You cannot use voice and Vision services simultaneously. If you
receive a call while Vision service is active, the call will be
forwarded to voicemail. You can place an outgoing call anytime, but
it will interrupt any in-progress Vision session.
When is my data connection active?
Your connection is active when data is being transferred. Outgoing
calls are allowed; incoming calls go directly to voicemail. When
active, the
indicator flashes on your phone’s display screen.
When is my data connection dormant?
If no data is received for 10 seconds, the connection goes dormant.
When the connection is dormant, voice calls are allowed. (The
connection may become active again quickly.) If no data is received
for an extended period of time, the connection will terminate.
Can I sign out of data services?
You can sign out without turning off your phone; however you will
not be able to browse the Web or use other Vision services. While
signed out, you can still place or receive phone calls, check
voicemail, and use other voice services. You may sign in again at any
time. To sign out, go to Settings and select the Vision menu for
Disable Vision.
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Section 3C
Sprint PCS Voice CommandSM
In This Section
ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ Getting Started with Sprint PCS Voice CommandSM
Creating Your Own Address Book
Making a Call with Sprint PCS Voice Command
Accessing Information Using Sprint PCS Voice Command
With Sprint PCS, the first wireless provider to offer innovative
Sprint PCS Voice Command technology, reaching your friends, family, and
co-workers has never been easier – especially when you’re on the go.
You can even listen to Web-based information such as news, weather,
sports, and much more. Your voice does it all with Sprint PCS Voice
Command.
This section outlines the Sprint PCS Voice Command service.
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Getting Started With Sprint PCS
Voice Command
With Sprint PCS Voice Command:
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
You can store all your contacts’ phone numbers, so you can
simply say the name of the person you want to call.
There’s no need to punch in a lot of numbers, memorize
voicemail passwords, or try to dial while you’re driving.
You can call anyone in your address book – even if you don’t
remember their phone number.
It’s Easy to Get Started
ᮣ Just dial
from your Sprint PCS Phone to
contact Sprint Customer Service to order Sprint PCS Voice
Command.
Sprint PCS Voice Command is not available while roaming
internationally in GSM mode.
GSM
Note:
Creating Your Own Address Book
You can program up to 500 entries into your Sprint PCS Voice
Command personal address book. Each entry may contain up to five
phone numbers, and with the advanced technology of Sprint PCS
Voice Command, you can have instant access to all of them.
There are four ways to update your address book:
ⅷ
Use Voice Recordings. Simply dial
and say, “Add
name.” You will then be asked to say the name and number you
want to add to your personal address book. Your address book can
store up to 20 voice recorded names at in addition to the 500
entries you can add online.
ⅷ
functional Web-based address book to create and update
your contacts.
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ⅷ
Use an Existing Address Book. Automatically merge address books
from desktop software applications with Sprint Sync ServicesSM
for no additional charge. Simply click on the “Click to
synchronize” button within your Sprint PCS Voice Command
ⅷ
Call Directory Assistance. If you don’t have a computer or
Internet access handy, you can have Directory Assistance look up
phone numbers for you and automatically add them to your
address book. Just say “Call operator” and we’ll add two names
and numbers to your address book for our standard directory
assistance charge.
MakingaCallWithSprintPCSVoiceCommand
To make a call with Sprint PCS Voice Command:
1. Press
and create your address book once you’ve
signed up for Sprint PCS Voice Command. (You’ll hear a tone
followed by the prompt “Ready.”)
2. After the “Ready” prompt, simply say, in a natural voice,
“Call” and the name of the person or the number you’d
like to call. (For example, you can say, “Call Jane Smith at
work,” “Call John Baker on the mobile phone,” “Call 555-1234,”
or “Call Bob Miller.”)
3. Your request will be repeated and you will be asked to verify.
Say “Yes” to call the number or person. (The number will
automatically be dialed.) Say “No” if you wish to cancel.
Keep in mind that Sprint PCS Voice Command recognizes not only your
voice, but any voice, so that others can experience the same
convenience if they use your phone.
Tip:
For more helpful hints on Sprint PCS Voice Command, including a
list of recognized commands and an interactive tutorial, visit
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Accessing Information Using Sprint PCS
Voice Command
To access information using Sprint PCS Voice Command:
1. Press
.
2. Say “Call the Web.” (To access, listen to and respond to email,
once email has been set up, say “Call My Email.”)
3. Choose from a listing of information categories like news,
weather, sports, and more.
Sprint PCS Voice Command is not available while roaming off the
Sprint Nationwide PCS Network.
Note:
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Section 3D
Sprint PCS International Roaming
In This Section
ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ Using Your Phone’s SIM Card
Using Your Phone in GSM Mode
Setting GSM Services Options
Your Sprint PCS International Phone allows you to roam internationally in
over 130 countries using GSM (Global System for Mobile communications)
network technology – the system used throughout most of Europe and in
parts of Asia, Australia, Africa, and the Middle East. (For a complete list
of countries, visit www.sprintpcs.com/internationalroaming.)
This section outlines the IP-A790’s GSM features and functions.
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Using Your Phone’s SIM Card
Before using your phone’s GSM capabilities, you must acquire and
install a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card. This card identifies
your phone to the GSM network(s) in which you are traveling, and
can also store personal data including a phone book that is kept
separately from the phone’s internal Contacts directory.
To order a SIM card:
ᮣ Call Sprint PCS International Customer Solutions at
1-888-226-7212.
Installing a SIM Card
To install your phone’s SIM card:
1. Press and hold
to power the phone off and remove the
2. Insert the SIM card face down in the slot.
3. Slide the SIM card to the right, underneath the metal tabs. (It
should fit snugly in the slot beneath the tabs.)
and press
to turn the phone on.
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Using Your SIM Card’s PIN
When you receive your SIM card, you will be provided with a
Personal Identification Number (PIN), a four-digit number used to
verify the identity of a user for security purposes. Below are some
tips to keep in mind regarding your SIM card’s PIN:
ⅷ
You will be prompted to enter your PIN each time you power
the phone on with the SIM card installed (whether or not your
phone is in GSM mode). Keep your PIN handy.
ⅷ
If you enter an incorrect PIN three times in a row, your phone
will lock itself and your PIN will no longer be accepted. You will
be prompted to enter a PUK (Personal Unblocking Key) code.
You will need to call Sprint PCS International Roaming Solutions
from a landline phone to get the PUK code.
Ⅲ While outside the United States, call 1-817-698-4199.
Ⅲ While in the United States, call 1-888-226-7212.
Using Your SIM Card’s Phone Book
Your SIM card contains its own phone book that is separate from the
phone’s internal Contacts directory. You can update and maintain
the SIM card phone book whenever your phone is in GSM mode
(even if you are not in a GSM service area).
Adding Entries to the SIM Card Phone Book
Adding new entries to your SIM card phone book is similar to adding
entries to the phone’s internal Contacts list.
To add a new SIM card phone book entry:
2. From standby mode, enter a phone number and press
3. Select Phone or SIM Card and press
.
.
4. If Phone was selected, follow steps 5-8. If SIM Card was
selected, follow steps 9-10.
5. choose the “Save As” menu, select New Entry and press
.
6. Select a label and press
7. Enter a name for the entry and press
8. Press the left (Done) to save the entry to your contacts.
.
.
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9. Enter the name of the contact using the keypad.
10. Press the left (Done) to save the entry to your SIM card.
When entering phone numbers into your SIM card phone book, you may
Note:
want to add the Plus Code (+) and the country code in front of the
number, for example, to add a U.S. number 913-555-5555, enter + (plus
code), 1 (the U.S. country code), then 913-555-5555.
Copying Contacts Entries to Your SIM Card
You can also copy entries from your phone’s Contacts to your SIM
card phone book.
To copy Contacts entries to your SIM card:
2. From standby mode, press the right
3. Highlight the Contacts entry you wish to copy and press the
right (Options).
4. Select Copy to SIM and press
for Contacts.
.
Using Your Phone in GSM Mode
Entering GSM Mode
Once you have installed the SIM card, your IP-A790 may be used in
GSM mode while travelling internationally on GSM networks. To
operate on international GSM networks, you need to switch the
phone from CDMA (default) mode to GSM mode.
To enter GSM mode from CDMA mode:
1. With the SIM card installed, from standby mode, press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Press
for Switch Network.
4. Select Int’L-GSM and press
. (“Change Phone Mode?” will
display.)
5. Press the left
for Yes. (Your phone is now in GSM mode
and the [
] icon will appear on the phone’s display.)
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When switching from GSM mode to CDMA or from CDMA to GSM, the
phone will power off and then back on automatically.
Note:
Note:
While in the United States, the IP-A790 will only operate in CDMA mode;
domestic GSM networks will not be accessible via this phone.
Making and Answering Calls in GSM Mode
When traveling on international GSM networks while in GSM mode,
you can place and answer calls the same as in CDMA mode (see
“Making and Answering Calls” on page 22 and "Using Plus (+) Code
Dialing" below). Not all calling features will be available in all areas.
Calling Emergency Numbers in GSM Mode
When traveling on international GSM networks while in GSM mode,
you can place calls to emergency services (dial
) even if your account is restricted or Call Barring is active.
Emergency numbers may vary by location.
Note:
Using Plus (+) Code Dialing
When placing calls outside of the country in which you’re located,
Plus Code Dialing automatically dials the international access code
for the country in which you are located (for instance, 011 for
international calls placed from the United States). When activated,
Plus Code Dialing works both in CDMA and GSM (International
Roaming) modes.
To enable or disable Plus Code Dialing:
1. From standby mode, press the left
2. Select Settings and press
for Menu.
.
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
for Others.
for Plus Dialing.
for Plus Code.
6. Highlight Enable or Disable and press
.
To make a call using Plus Code Dialing:
1. Press and hold
until a “+” sign displays on your phone.
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2. Dial the country code and phone number you’re calling and
press . (The access code for international dialing will
automatically be dialed, followed by the country code and the
phone number you entered.)
Accessing Voicemail in GSM Mode
Your Sprint PCS Voicemail cannot be used while roaming
internationally in GSM mode. Here are a few things to keep in mind
about your voicemail:
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
When your phone is on, in GSM mode, and in a GSM service
area, missed incoming calls will not be forwarded to your
Sprint PCS Voicemail box.
If your phone is off, or if you are outside of a GSM service area,
unanswered incoming calls will be forwarded to your voicemail
box; however, your voicemail indicator will not appear.
You can periodically check your Sprint PCS Voicemail box by
using a phone other than your IP-A790.
To access your voicemail:
1. Press and hold
to turn off your IP-A790. (You cannot
access your voicemail if your Sprint PCS Phone is on.)
2. From a landline phone, dial your Sprint PCS Phone Number.
3. When the greeting begins, press “*” on the keypad.
4. When prompted, input the Voicemail passcode using
the keypad.
5. Follow the voice prompts to retrieve your messages.
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Setting GSM Services Options
There are several user options available for GSM operation under the
phone’s Settings menu, including Call Diverting, Call Barring, Call
Waiting, and GSM Network Selection. All of these options require
that the phone is in GSM mode (see “Entering GSM Mode” on page
180).
Using Call Diverting (GSM)
Call Diverting is a variation of Call Forwarding in which you can
program your phone to forward incoming calls to another number.
Unlike Call Forwarding, however, Call Diverting allows you to
prescribe when calls should be forwarded.
To activate Call Diverting (GSM):
1. From standby mode, press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
3. Select GSM Services and press
4. Select Call Diverting and press
5. Select an option and press
.
.
.
.
Ⅲ Divert Always: Forward all calls to the specified number.
Ⅲ Busy: Forward calls to the specified number when the
IP-A790 number is busy.
Ⅲ No Reply: Forward calls when the IP-A790 doesn’t pick up.
Ⅲ Unreachable: Forward calls when the IP-A790 is
unreachable (for example, if the phone is off or outside of a
GSM service area).
Ⅲ Cancel All: Do not forward any calls.
6. Enter the number to which calls should be forwarded and
press
to save the setting.
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Using Call Barring (GSM)
With Call Barring, you can limit the types of calls your phone can
make or receive.
To activate Call Barring (GSM):
1. From standby mode, press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
3. Select GSM Services and press
4. Select Call Barring and press
5. Select an option and press
.
.
.
.
Ⅲ All Outgoing: Do not allow any outgoing calls.
Ⅲ International Outgoing: Do not allow any outgoing
international calls.
Ⅲ International except to home: Do not allow international
calls except to home.
Ⅲ All Incoming: Do not connect any incoming calls.
Ⅲ Incoming while abroad: Do not allow any incoming calls
while roaming.
Ⅲ Cancel All: Cancels all incoming calls and sends them
directly to voicemail.
Ⅲ Change barring password: Change the Call Barring
password.
6. Confirm your selection and press
to save your setting.
Activating Call Waiting (GSM)
In GSM mode, Call Waiting is an option that you can enable or
disable as you prefer. The default setting is disabled.
To enable Call Waiting in GSM mode:
1. From standby mode, press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
3. Select GSM Services and press
4. Select Call Waiting and press
.
.
.
5. Select Activate and press
.
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Manually Selecting a GSM Network
When you are roaming internationally in GSM mode, your phone
will automatically search for compatible GSM networks. If your
phone doesn't automatically select a GSM network, you may select a
network manually (there may be more than one available).
To manually select an available GSM network:
1. From standby mode, press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Select GSM Services and press
.
4. Select Network Selection and press
.
5. Select Manual and press
. (A list of available GSM networks
will display.)
6. Select your desired network and press
.
To return to automatic network selection, select Automatic in step 5
above.
Note:
Activating Caller ID (GSM)
In GSM mode the Caller ID setting allows you to select between
Default, Hide Number, and Send Number.
To select the desired Caller ID setting in GSM mode:
1. From standby mode, press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Select GSM Services and press
.
4. Select Caller ID and press
.
5. Select Default, Hide Number, or Send Number and press
.
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Activating Closed User Group (GSM)
This network service allows incoming and outgoing calls to be
restricted to a selected user group. For details on how to create and
use a closed user group, contact your service provider.
Example: A company lends SIM cards to its employees and wants to
restrict outgoing calls to members of the same team.
1. From standby mode, press the left
for Menu.
2. Highlight Settings and press
.
3. Select GSM Services and press
.
4. Select Closed User Group and press
.
5. Select Index List, Outside Access, or Default Group and press
.
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Section 4A
Safety
In This Section
ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ ࡗ Getting the Most Out of Your Reception
Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone
Caring for the Battery
Acknowledging Special Precautions and the FCC Notice
Consumer Information on Wireless Phones
Owner’s Record
User’s Guide Proprietary Notice
Part of getting the most out of your Sprint PCS Phone is learning how the
phone works and how to care for it. This section outlines performance
and safety guidelines that help you understand the basic features of
your phone’s operation.
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Getting the Most Out of Your Reception
Keeping Tabs on Signal Strength
The quality of each call you make or receive depends on the signal strength in your
area. Your phone informs you of the current signal strength by displaying a number
of bars next to the signal strength icon. The more bars displayed, the stronger the
signal. If you’re inside a building, being near a window may give you better
reception.
Understanding the Power Save Feature
If your phone is unable to find a signal after 15 minutes of searching, a Power Save
feature is automatically activated. If your phone is active, it periodically rechecks
service availability; you can also check it yourself by pressing any key. Anytime the
Power Save feature is activated, a message is displayed on the screen. When a signal
is found, your phone returns to standby mode.
Understanding How Your Phone Operates
Your phone is basically a radio transmitter and receiver. When it’s turned on, it
receives and transmits radiofrequency (RF) signals. When you use your phone, the
system handling your call controls the power level. This power can range from
0.006 watts to 0.2 watts in digital mode.
Knowing Radiofrequency Safety
The design of your Sprint PCS Phone complies with updated NCRP standards
described below.
In 1991-92, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and the
American National Standards Institute (ANSI) joined in updating ANSI’s 1982
standard for safety levels with respect to human exposure to RF signals. More than
120 scientists, engineers and physicians from universities, government health
agencies and industries developed this updated standard after reviewing the
available body of research. In 1993, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
adopted this updated standard in a regulation. In August 1996, the FCC adopted
hybrid standard consisting of the existing ANSI/IEEE standard and the guidelines
published by the National Council of Radiation Protection and Measurements
(NCRP).
Maintaining Your Phone’s Peak Performance
There are several simple guidelines to operating your phone properly and
maintaining safe, satisfactory service.
ⅷ
Hold the phone with the antenna raised, fully-extended, and over your
shoulder.
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
Try not to hold, bend, or twist the phone’s antenna.
Don’t use the phone if the antenna is damaged.
Speak directly into the mouthpiece.
Avoid exposing your phone and accessories to rain or liquid spills. If your
phone does get wet, immediately turn the power off and remove the battery.
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For the best care of your phone, only Sprint PCS authorized personnel should
service your phone and accessories. Faulty service may void the warranty.
Note:
Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to
Your Phone
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS
PERSONAL INJURY AND POSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGE
Using Your Phone While Driving
Talking on your phone while driving (or operating the phone without a hands-free
device) is prohibited in some jurisdictions. Laws vary as to specific restrictions.
Remember that safety always comes first.
When using your phone in the car:
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
Get to know your phone and its features, such as speed dial and redial.
When available, use a hands-free device.
Position your phone within easy reach.
Let the person you are speaking to know you are driving; if necessary,
suspend the call in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions.
ⅷ
ⅷ
Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while driving.
Dial sensibly and assess the traffic; if possible, place calls when stationary or
before pulling into traffic.
ⅷ
Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may divert your
attention from the road.
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
Dial 911 to report serious emergencies. It’s free from your wireless phone.
Use your phone to help others in emergencies.
Call roadside assistance or a special non-emergency wireless number when
necessary.
Purchase an optional hands-free car kit at your local Sprint Store, or call the
Sprint PCS Accessory HotlineSM at 1-800-974-2221 or by dialing # 2 2 2 on your
Sprint PCS Phone.
Tip:
Following Safety Guidelines
To operate your phone safely and efficiently, always follow any special regulations in
a given area. Turn your phone off in areas where use is forbidden or when it may
cause interference or danger.
Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices
Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radiofrequency (RF) signals.
However, RF signals from wireless phones may affect inadequately shielded
electronic equipment.
RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic
operating systems and/or entertainment systems in motor vehicles. Check with the
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manufacturer or their representative to determine if these systems are adequately
shielded from external RF signals. Also check with the manufacturer regarding any
equipment that has been added to your vehicle.
Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices, such as pacemakers and
hearing aids, to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF signals.
Always turn off the phone in health care facilities and request permission before
using the phone near medical equipment.
Note:
Turning Off Your Phone Before Flying
Turn off your phone before boarding any aircraft. To prevent possible interference
with aircraft systems, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations
require you to have permission from a crew member to use your phone while the
plane is on the ground. To prevent any risk of interference, FCC regulations prohibit
using your phone while the plane is in the air.
Turning Off Your Phone in Dangerous Areas
To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your phone off when in a blasting
area or in other areas with signs indicating two-way radios should be turned off.
Construction crews often use remote-control RF devices to set off explosives.
Turn your phone off when you're in any area that has a potentially explosive
atmosphere. Although it's rare, your phone and accessories could generate sparks.
Sparks can cause an explosion or fire, resulting in bodily injury or even death. These
areas are often, but not always, clearly marked. They include:
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
Fueling areas such as gas stations.
Below deck on boats.
Fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities.
Areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain, dust, or
metal powders.
ⅷ
Any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your
vehicle’s engine.
Never transport or store flammable gas, liquid, or explosives in the compartment of
your vehicle that contains your phone or accessories.
Note:
Restricting Children’s Access to your Phone
Your Sprint PCS Phone is not a toy. Children should not be allowed to play with it
because they could hurt themselves and others, damage the phone or make calls
that increase your phone bill.
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Caring for the Battery
Protecting Your Battery
The guidelines listed below help you get the most out of your battery’s
performance.
ⅷ
Use only Sprint PCS-approved batteries and desktop chargers. These chargers
are designed to maximize battery life. Using other batteries or chargers voids
your warranty and may cause damage.
ⅷ
ⅷ
In order to avoid damage, charge the battery only in temperatures that range
from 32º F to 113º F (0º C to 45º C).
Don’t use the battery charger in direct sunlight or in high humidity areas,
such as the bathroom.
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
ⅷ
Never dispose of the battery by incineration.
Keep the metal contacts on top of the battery clean.
Don’t attempt to disassemble or short-circuit the battery.
The battery may need recharging if it has not been used for a long period of
time.
ⅷ
ⅷ
It’s best to replace the battery when it no longer provides acceptable
performance. It can be recharged hundreds of times before it needs replacing.
Don’t store the battery in high temperature areas for long periods of time. It’s
best to follow these storage rules:
Less than one month:
4º F to 140º F (-20º C to 60º C)
More than one month:
4º F to 113º F (-20º C to 45º C)
Disposal of Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) Batteries
For safe disposal options of your Li-Ion batteries, contact your nearest Sprint PCS-
authorized service center.
Special Note: Be sure to dispose of your battery properly. In some areas, the
disposal of batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited.
For safety, do not handle a damaged or leaking Li-Ion battery.
Note:
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Acknowledging Special Precautions and the
FCC Notice
FCC Notice
This phone may cause TV or radio interference if used in close proximity to
receiving equipment. The FCC can require you to stop using the phone if such
interference cannot be eliminated.
Vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (propane or butane) must comply with the
National Fire Protection Standard (NFPA-58). For a copy of this standard, contact the
National Fire Protections Association, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269,
Attn.: Publication Sales Division.
Cautions
Any changes or modifications to your phone not expressly approved in this
document could void your warranty for this equipment and void your authority to
operate this equipment. Only use approved batteries, antennas and chargers. The
use of any unauthorized accessories may be dangerous and void the phone warranty
if said accessories cause damage or a defect to the phone.
Although your phone is quite sturdy, it is a complex piece of equipment and can be
broken. Avoid dropping, hitting, bending or sitting on it.
Body-Worn Operation
To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines, if you wear a handset on
your body, use the Sprint PCS supplied or approved carrying case, holster or other
body-worn accessory. If you do not use a body-worn accessory, ensure that the
antenna is at least 7/16 inch (1.5 centimeters) from your body when transmitting.
Use of non-Sprint PCS approved accessories may violate FCC RF exposure
guidelines.
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Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) for Wireless Phones
The SAR is a value that corresponds to the relative amount of RF energy absorbed in
the head of a user of a wireless handset.
The SAR value of a phone is the result of an extensive testing, measuring and
calculation process. It does not represent how much RF the phone emits. All phone
models are tested at their highest value in strict laboratory settings. But when in
operation, the SAR of a phone can be substantially less than the level reported to the
FCC. This is because of a variety of factors including its proximity to a base station
antenna, phone design and other factors. What is important to remember is that
each phone meets strict federal guidelines. Variations in SARs do not represent a
variation in safety.
All phones must meet the federal standard, which incorporates a substantial margin
of safety. As stated above, variations in SAR values between different model phones
do not mean variations in safety. SAR values at or below the federal standard of 1.6
W/kg are considered safe for use by the public.
The highest reported SAR values of the Sprint PCS International Phone IP-A790 by
Samsung® are:
Digital (Part 24):
Head: 1.21 W/kg; Body-worn: 1.18 W/kg
FCC Radiofrequency Emission
This phone meets the FCC Radiofrequency Emission Guidelines.
FCC ID number: A3LSPHA790. More information on the phone's SAR can be
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Consumer Information on Wireless Phones
(The following information comes from a consumer information Website
jointly sponsored by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the
Federal Communications Commission (FCC), entitled “Cell Phone Facts:
Consumer Information on Wireless Phones.” The information reproduced
herein is dated July 29, 2003. For further updates, please visit the Website:
What is radiofrequency energy (RF)?
Radiofrequency (RF) energy is another name for radio waves. It is one form of
electromagnetic energy that makes up the electromagnetic spectrum. Some of
the other forms of energy in the electromagnetic spectrum are gamma rays, x-
rays and light. Electromagnetic energy (or electromagnetic radiation) consists
of waves of electric and magnetic energy moving together (radiating) through
space. The area where these waves are found is called an electromagnetic field.
Radio waves are created due to the movement of electrical charges in antennas.
As they are created, these waves radiate away from the antenna. All
electromagnetic waves travel at the speed of light. The major differences
between the different types of waves are the distances covered by one cycle of
the wave and the number of waves that pass a certain point during a set time
period. The wavelength is the distance covered by one cycle of a wave. The
frequency is the number of waves passing a given point in one second. For any
electromagnetic wave, the wavelength multiplied by the frequency equals the
speed of light. The frequency of an RF signal is usually expressed in units called
hertz (Hz). One Hz equals one wave per second. One kilohertz (kHz) equals
one thousand waves per second, one megahertz (MHz) equals one million
waves per second, and one gigahertz (GHz) equals one billion waves per
second.
RF energy includes waves with frequencies ranging from about 3000 waves per
second (3 kHz) to 300 billion waves per second (300 GHz). Microwaves are a
subset of radio waves that have frequencies ranging from around 300 million
waves per second (300 MHz) to three billion waves per second (3 GHz).
How is radiofrequency energy used?
Probably the most important use of RF energy is for telecommunications. Radio
and TV broadcasting, wireless phones, pagers, cordless phones, police and fire
department radios, point-to-point links and satellite communications all rely on
RF energy.
Other uses of RF energy include microwave ovens, radar, industrial heaters and
sealers, and medical treatments. RF energy, especially at microwave
frequencies, can heat water. Since most food has a high water content,
microwaves can cook food quickly. Radar relies on RF energy to track cars and
airplanes as well as for military applications. Industrial heaters and sealers use
RF energy to mold plastic materials, glue wood products, seal leather items
such as shoes and pocketbooks, and process food. Medical uses of RF energy
include pacemaker monitoring and programming.
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How is radiofrequency radiation measured?
RF waves and RF fields have both electrical and magnetic components. It is
often convenient to express the strength of the RF field in terms of each
component. For example, the unit “volts per meter” (V/m) is used to measure
the electric field strength, and the unit “amperes per meter” (A/m) is used to
express the magnetic field strength. Another common way to characterize an
RF field is by means of the power density. Power density is defined as power
per unit area. For example, power density can be expressed in terms of
milliwatts (one thousandth of a watt) per square centimeter (mW/cm2) or
microwatts (one millionth of a watt) per square centimeter (µW/cm2).
The quantity used to measure how much RF energy is actually absorbed by the
body is called the Specific Absorption Rate or SAR. The SAR is a measure of the
rate of absorption of RF energy. It is usually expressed in units of watts per
kilogram (W/kg) or milliwatts per gram (mW/g).
What biological effects can be caused by RF energy?
The biological effects of radiofrequency energy should not be confused with
the effects from other types of electromagnetic energy.
Very high levels of electromagnetic energy, such as is found in X-rays and
gamma rays can ionize biological tissues. Ionization is a process where
electrons are stripped away from their normal locations in atoms and
molecules. It can permanently damage biological tissues including DNA, the
genetic material. Ionization only occurs with very high levels of
electromagnetic energy such as X-rays and gamma rays. Often the term
radiation is used when discussing ionizing radiation (such as that associated
with nuclear power plants).
The energy levels associated with radiofrequency energy, including both radio
waves and microwaves, are not great enough to cause the ionization of atoms
and molecules. Therefore, RF energy is a type of non-ionizing radiation. Other
types of non-ionizing radiation include visible light, infrared radiation (heat)
and other forms of electromagnetic radiation with relatively low frequencies.
Large amounts of RF energy can heat tissue. This can damage tissues and
increase body temperatures. Two areas of the body, the eyes and the testes, are
particularly vulnerable to RF heating because there is relatively little blood flow
in them to carry away excess heat.
The amount of RF radiation routinely encountered by the general public is too
low to produce significant heating or increased body temperature. Still, some
people have questions about the possible health effects of low levels of RF
energy. It is generally agreed that further research is needed to determine what
effects actually occur and whether they are dangerous to people. In the
meantime, standards-setting organizations and government agencies are
continuing to monitor the latest scientific findings to determine whether
changes in safety limits are needed to protect human health.
FDA, EPA and other US government agencies responsible for public health and
safety have worked together and in connection with WHO to monitor
developments and identify research needs related to RF biological effects.
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What levels of RF energy are considered safe?
Various organizations and countries have developed standards for exposure to
radiofrequency energy. These standards recommend safe levels of exposure for
both the general public and for workers. In the United States, the FCC has used
safety guidelines for RF environmental exposure since 1985.
The FCC guidelines for human exposure to RF electromagnetic fields are
derived from the recommendations of two expert organizations, the National
Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP) and the Institute of
Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). In both cases, the
recommendations were developed by scientific and engineering experts drawn
from industry, government, and academia after extensive reviews of the
scientific literature related to the biological effects of RF energy.
Many countries in Europe and elsewhere use exposure guidelines developed by
the International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP).
The ICNIRP safety limits are generally similar to those of the NCRP and IEEE,
with a few exceptions. For example, ICNIRP recommends different exposure
levels in the lower and upper frequency ranges and for localized exposure from
certain products such as hand-held wireless telephones. Currently, the World
Health Organization is working to provide a framework for international
harmonization of RF safety standards.
The NCRP, IEEE, and ICNIRP all have identified a whole-body Specific
Absorption Rate (SAR) value of 4 watts per kilogram (4 W/kg) as a threshold
level of exposure at which harmful biological effects may occur. Exposure
guidelines in terms of field strength, power density and localized SAR were
then derived from this threshold value. In addition, the NCRP, IEEE, and ICNIRP
guidelines vary depending on the frequency of the RF exposure. This is due to
the finding that whole-body human absorption of RF energy varies with the
frequency of the RF signal. The most restrictive limits on whole-body exposure
are in the frequency range of 30-300 MHz where the human body absorbs RF
energy most efficiently. For products that only expose part of the body, such as
wireless phones, exposure limits in terms of SAR only are specified.
The exposure limits used by the FCC are expressed in terms of SAR, electric
and magnetic field strength, and power density for transmitters operating at
frequencies from 300 kHz to 100 GHz. The specific values can be found in two
FCC bulletins, OET Bulletins 56 and 65: http://www.fcc.gov/oet/info/documents/
Why has the FCC adopted guidelines for RF exposure?
The FCC authorizes and licenses products, transmitters, and facilities that
generate RF and microwave radiation. It has jurisdiction over all transmitting
services in the U.S. except those specifically operated by the Federal
Government. While the FCC does not have the expertise to determine radiation
exposure guidelines on its own, it does have the expertise and authority to
recognize and adopt technically sound standards promulgated by other expert
agencies and organizations, and has done so. (Our joint efforts with the FDA in
developing this website is illustrative of the kind of inter-agency efforts and
consultation we engage in regarding this health and safety issue.)
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Under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), the FCC has
certain responsibilities to consider whether its actions will significantly affect
the quality of the human environment. Therefore, FCC approval and licensing
of transmitters and facilities must be evaluated for significant impact on the
environment. Human exposure to RF radiation emitted by FCC-regulated
transmitters is one of several factors that must be considered in such
environmental evaluations. In 1996, the FCC revised its guidelines for RF
exposure as a result of a multi-year proceeding and as required by the
Telecommunications Act of 1996.
Radio and television broadcast stations, satellite-earth stations, experimental
radio stations and certain wireless communication facilities are required to
undergo routine evaluation for RF compliance when they submit an
application to the FCC for construction or modification of a transmitting facility
or renewal of a license. Failure to comply with the FCC's RF exposure
guidelines could lead to the preparation of a formal Environmental Assessment,
possible Environmental Impact Statement and eventual rejection of an
application. Technical guidelines for evaluating compliance with the FCC
RF safety requirements can be found in the FCC's OET Bulletin 65.
Low-powered, intermittent, or inaccessible RF transmitters and facilities are
normally excluded from the requirement for routine evaluation for RF
exposure. These exclusions are based on standard calculations and
measurement data indicating that a transmitting station or equipment operating
under the conditions prescribed is unlikely to cause exposures in excess of the
guidelines under normal conditions of use. Such exclusions are not exclusions
from compliance, but, rather, exclusions from routine evaluation. The FCC's
policies on RF exposure and categorical exclusion can be found in Section
1.1307(b) of the FCC's Rules and Regulations [(47 CFR 1.1307(b)].
How can I obtain the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) value for my
wireless phone?
The FCC requires that wireless phones sold in the United States demonstrate
compliance with human exposure limits adopted by the FCC in 1996. The
relative amount of RF energy absorbed in the head of a wireless telephone-user
is given by the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR), as explained above. The FCC
requires wireless phones to comply with a safety limit of 1.6 watts per kilogram
(1.6 W/kg) in terms of SAR.
Information on SAR for a specific phone model can be obtained for many
recently manufactured phones using the FCC identification (ID) number for
that model. The FCC ID number is usually printed somewhere on the case of
the phone. Sometimes it may be necessary to remove the battery pack to find
the number. Once you have the ID number, go to the following Web address:
www.fcc.gov/oet/fccid. On this page, you will see instructions for entering the
FCC ID number. Type the FCC ID number exactly as requested (the Grantee
Code is the first three characters, the Equipment Product Code is the rest of the
FCC ID number). Then click on “Start Search.” The “Grant of Equipment
Authorization” for your telephone should appear. Read through the grant for
the section on “SAR Compliance,” “Certification of Compliance with FCC Rules
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for RF Exposure” or similar language. This section should contain the value(s)
for typical or maximum SAR for your phone.
Phones and other products authorized since June 2, 2000, should have the
maximum SAR levels noted directly on the “Grant of Equipment Authorization.”
For phones and products authorized between about mid-1998 and June 2000,
detailed information on SAR levels is typically found in the exhibits associated
with the grant. Once a grant is accessed, the exhibits can be viewed by clicking
on “View Exhibit.” Grants authorized prior to 1998 are not part of the
electronic database but, rather, have been documented in the form of paper
records.
The FCC database does not list phones by model number. However, consumers
may find SAR information from other sources as well. Some wireless phone
manufacturers make SAR information available on their own Web sites. In
addition, some non-government Web sites provide SARs for specific models of
wireless phones. However, the FCC has not reviewed these sites and makes no
guarantees of their accuracy. Finally, phones certified by the Cellular
Telecommunications and Internet Association (CTIA) are required to provide
SAR information to consumers in the instructional materials that come with the
phones.
Do hands-free kits for wireless phones reduce risks from exposure to
RF emissions?
Since there are no known risks from exposure to RF emissions from wireless
phones, there is no reason to believe that hands-free kits reduce risks. Hands-
free kits can be used with wireless phones for convenience and comfort. These
systems reduce the absorption of RF energy in the head because the phone,
which is the source of the RF emissions, will not be placed against the head.
On the other hand, if the phone is mounted against the waist or other part of
the body during use, then that part of the body will absorb more RF energy.
Wireless phones marketed in the U.S. are required to meet safety requirements
regardless of whether they are used against the head or against the body. Either
configuration should result in compliance with the safety limit.
Do wireless phone accessories that claim to shield the head from
RF radiation work?
Since there are no known risks from exposure to RF emissions from wireless
phones, there is no reason to believe that accessories that claim to shield the
head from those emissions reduce risks. Some products that claim to shield the
user from RF absorption use special phone cases, while others involve nothing
more than a metallic accessory attached to the phone. Studies have shown that
these products generally do not work as advertised. Unlike “hand-free” kits,
these so-called “shields” may interfere with proper operation of the phone. The
phone may be forced to boost its power to compensate, leading to an increase
in RF absorption. In February 2002, the Federal trade Commission (FTC)
charged two companies that sold devices that claimed to protect wireless
phone users from radiation with making false and unsubstantiated claims.
According to FTC, these defendants lacked a reasonable basis to substantiate
their claim.
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What are wireless telephone base stations?
Fixed antennas used for wireless telecommunications are referred to as cellular
base stations, cell stations, PCS (“Personal Communications Service”) stations
or telephone transmission towers. These base stations consist of antennas and
electronic equipment. Because the antennas need to be high in the air, they are
often located on towers, poles, water tanks, or rooftops. Typical heights for
freestanding base station towers are 50-200 feet.
Some base stations use antennas that look like poles, 10 to 15 feet in length,
that are referred to as “omni-directional” antennas. These types of antennas are
usually found in rural areas. In urban and suburban areas, wireless providers
now more commonly use panel or sector antennas for their base stations.
These antennas consist of rectangular panels, about 1 by 4 feet in dimension.
The antennas are usually arranged in three groups of three antennas each. One
antenna in each group is used to transmit signals to wireless phones, and the
other two antennas in each group are used to receive signals from wireless
phones.
At any base station site, the amount of RF energy produced depends on the
number of radio channels (transmitters) per antenna and the power of each
transmitter. Typically, 21 channels per antenna sector are available. For a typical
cell site using sector antennas, each of the three transmitting antennas could be
connected to up to 21 transmitters for a total of 63 transmitters. However, it is
unlikely that all of the transmitters would be transmitting at the same time.
When omni-directional antennas are used, a cellular base station could
theoretically use up to 96 transmitters, but this would be very unusual, and,
once again, it is unlikely that all transmitters would be in operation
simultaneously. Base stations used for PCS communications generally require
fewer transmitters than those used for cellular radio transmissions, since PCS
carriers usually have a higher density of base station antenna sites.
Are wireless telephone base stations safe?
The electromagnetic RF signals transmitted from base station antennas stations
travel toward the horizon in relatively narrow paths. For example, the radiation
pattern for an antenna array mounted on a tower can be likened to a thin
pancake centered around the antenna system. The individual pattern for a
single array of sector antennas is wedge-shaped, like a piece of pie. As with all
forms of electromagnetic energy, the power decreases rapidly as one moves
away from the antenna. Therefore, RF exposure on the ground is much less
than exposure very close to the antenna and in the path of the transmitted
radio signal. In fact, ground-level exposure from such antennas is typically
thousands of times less than the exposure levels recommended as safe by
expert organizations. So exposure to nearby residents would be well within
safety margins.
Cellular and PCS base stations in the United States are required to comply with
limits for exposure recommended by expert organizations and endorsed by
government agencies responsible for health and safety. Measurements made
near cellular and PCS base station antennas mounted on towers have confirmed
that ground-level exposures are typically thousands of times less than the
exposure limits adopted by the FCC. In fact, in order to be exposed to levels at
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or near the FCC limits for cellular or PCS frequencies an individual would
essentially have to remain in the main transmitted radio signal (at the height of
the antenna) and within a few feet from the antenna. This is, of course, very
unlikely to occur.
When cellular and PCS antennas are mounted on rooftops, RF levels on that roof
or on others near by would probably be greater than those typically encountered
on the ground. However, exposure levels approaching or exceeding safety
guidelines should be encountered only very close to or directly in front of the
antennas. In addition, for sector-type antennas, typically used for such rooftop
base stations, RF levels to the side and in back of these antennas are insignificant.
General guidelines on antenna installations and circumstances that might give
rise to a concern about an facility's conformance with FCC regulations can be
found in A Local Government Official's Guide to Transmitting Antenna RF
Emission Safety: Rules, Procedures, and Practical Guidance. This Guide can be
Who regulates exposure to radiation from microwave ovens, television
sets and computer monitors?
The Food and Drug Administration is responsible for protecting the public
from harmful radiation emissions from these consumer products.
Does the FCC routinely monitor radiofrequency radiation from
antennas?
The FCC does not have the resources or the personnel to routinely monitor the
emissions for all the thousands of transmitters that are subject to FCC
jurisdiction. However, the FCC does have measurement instrumentation for
evaluating RF levels in areas that may be accessible to the public or to workers.
If there is evidence for potential non-compliance with FCC exposure guidelines
for a FCC-regulated facility, staff from the FCC's Office of Engineering and
Technology or the FCC Enforcement Bureau can conduct and investigation,
and, if appropriate, perform actual measurements. Circumstances that could
give rise to a concern about an facility's conformance with FCC regulations can
be found in A Local Government Official's Guide to Transmitting Antenna RF
Emission Safety: Rules, Procedures, and Practical Guidance. This Guide can be
be brought to the FCC's attention by contacting the FCC RF Safety Program at:
Does the FCC maintain a database that includes information on the
location and technical parameters of all the transmitting towers it
regulates?
Each of the FCC Bureaus maintains its own licensing database system for the
service(s) it regulates (e.g., television, cellular service, satellite earth stations.)
The FCC issues two types of licenses: site specific and market based. In the
case of site specific licensed facilities, technical operating information is
collected from the licensee as part of the licensing process. However, in the
case of market based licensing (e.g., PCS, cellular), the licensee is granted the
authority to operate a radio communications system in a geographic area using
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as many facilities as are required, and the licensee is not required to provide the
FCC with specific location and operating parameters of these facilities.
Information on site specific licensed facilities can be found the “General Menu
The various FCC Bureaus also publish on at least a weekly basis, bulk extracts
of their licensing databases. Each licensing database has its own unique file
structure. These extracts consist of multiple, very large files. The FCC's Office
of Engineering and Technology (OET) maintains an index to these databases at
http://www.fcc.gov/oet/info/database/fadb.html. Entry points into the various
databases include frequency, state/county, latitude/longitude, call-sign and
licensee name. For further information on the Commission's existing databases,
Can local and state governmental bodies establish limits for
RF exposure?
Although some local and state governments have enacted rules and regulations
about human exposure to RF energy in the past, the Telecommunications Act
of 1996 requires the Federal Government to control human exposure to RF
emissions. In particular, Section 704 of the Act states that, “No State or local
government or instrumentality thereof may regulate the placement,
construction, and modification of personal wireless service facilities on the
basis of the environmental effects of radio frequency emissions to the extent
that such facilities comply with the Commission's regulations concerning such
emissions.” Further information on federal authority and FCC policy is available
in a fact sheet from the FCC's Wireless Telecommunications Bureau at
Do wireless phones pose a health hazard?
The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are
associated with using wireless phones. There is no proof, however, that
wireless phones are absolutely safe. Wireless phones emit low levels of
radiofrequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used. They
also emit very low levels of RF when in the stand-by mode. Whereas high levels
of RF can produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure to low level RF
that does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects.
Many studies of low level RF exposures have not found any biological effects.
Some studies have suggested that some biological effects may occur, but such
findings have not been confirmed by additional research. In some cases, other
researchers have had difficulty in reproducing those studies, or in determining
the reasons for inconsistent results.
What is FDA's role concerning the safety of wireless phones?
Under the law, FDA does not review the safety of radiation-emitting consumer
products such as wireless phones before they can be sold, as it does with new
drugs or medical devices. However, the agency has authority to take action if
wireless phones are shown to emit radiofrequency energy (RF) at a level that is
hazardous to the user. In such a case, FDA could require the manufacturers of
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wireless phones to notify users of the health hazard and to repair, replace or
recall the phones so that the hazard no longer exists.
Although the existing scientific data do not justify FDA regulatory actions, FDA
has urged the wireless phone industry to take a number of steps, including the
following:
Ⅲ Support needed research into possible biological effects of RF of the
type emitted by wireless phones;
Ⅲ Design wireless phones in a way that minimizes any RF exposure to the
user that is not necessary for device function; and
Ⅲ Cooperate in providing users of wireless phones with the best possible
information on possible effects of wireless phone use on human health
FDA belongs to an interagency working group of the federal agencies that have
responsibility for different aspects of RF safety to ensure coordinated efforts at
the federal level. The following agencies belong to this working group:
Ⅲ National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
Ⅲ Environmental Protection Agency
Ⅲ Federal Communications Commission
Ⅲ Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Ⅲ National Telecommunications and Information Administration
The National Institutes of Health participates in some interagency working
group activities, as well.
FDA shares regulatory responsibilities for wireless phones with the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC). All phones that are sold in the United
States must comply with FCC safety guidelines that limit RF exposure. FCC
relies on FDA and other health agencies for safety questions about wireless
phones.
FCC also regulates the base stations that the wireless phone networks rely
upon. While these base stations operate at higher power than do the wireless
phones themselves, the RF exposures that people get from these base stations
are typically thousands of times lower than those they can get from wireless
phones. Base stations are thus not the primary subject of the safety questions
discussed in this document.
What kinds of phones are the subject of this update?
The term “wireless phone” refers here to hand-held wireless phones with built-
in antennas, often called “cell,” “mobile,” or “PCS” phones. These types of
wireless phones can expose the user to measurable radiofrequency energy (RF)
because of the short distance between the phone and the user's head. These RF
exposures are limited by Federal Communications Commission safety
guidelines that were developed with the advice of FDA and other federal health
and safety agencies. When the phone is located at greater distances from the
user, the exposure to RF is drastically lower because a person's RF exposure
decreases rapidly with increasing distance from the source. The so-called
“cordless phones,” which have a base unit connected to the telephone wiring
in a house, typically operate at far lower power levels, and thus produce RF
exposures well within the FCC's compliance limits.
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What are the results of the research done already?
The research done thus far has produced conflicting results, and many studies
have suffered from flaws in their research methods. Animal experiments
investigating the effects of radiofrequency energy (RF) exposures characteristic
of wireless phones have yielded conflicting results that often cannot be
repeated in other laboratories. A few animal studies, however, have suggested
that low levels of RF could accelerate the development of cancer in laboratory
animals. However, many of the studies that showed increased tumor
development used animals that had been genetically engineered or treated with
cancer-causing chemicals so as to be pre-disposed to develop cancer in the
absence of RF exposure. Other studies exposed the animals to RF for up to 22
hours per day. These conditions are not similar to the conditions under which
people use wireless phones, so we don't know with certainty what the results
of such studies mean for human health.
Three large epidemiology studies have been published since December 2000.
Between them, the studies investigated any possible association between the
use of wireless phones and primary brain cancer, glioma, meningioma, or
acoustic neuroma, tumors of the brain or salivary gland, leukemia, or other
cancers. None of the studies demonstrated the existence of any harmful health
effects from wireless phone RF exposures. However, none of the studies can
answer questions about long-term exposures, since the average period of
phone use in these studies was around three years.
What research is needed to decide whether RF exposure from wireless
phones poses a health risk?
A combination of laboratory studies and epidemiological studies of people
actually using wireless phones would provide some of the data that are needed.
Lifetime animal exposure studies could be completed in a few years. However,
very large numbers of animals would be needed to provide reliable proof of a
cancer promoting effect if one exists. Epidemiological studies can provide data
that is directly applicable to human populations, but 10 or more years' follow-
up may be needed to provide answers about some health effects, such as
cancer. This is because the interval between the time of exposure to a cancer-
causing agent and the time tumors develop - if they do - may be many, many
years. The interpretation of epidemiological studies is hampered by difficulties
in measuring actual RF exposure during day-to-day use of wireless phones.
Many factors affect this measurement, such as the angle at which the phone is
held, or which model of phone is used.
What is FDA doing to find out more about the possible health effects of
wireless phone RF?
FDA is working with the U.S. National Toxicology Program and with groups of
investigators around the world to ensure that high priority animal studies are
conducted to address important questions about the effects of exposure to
radiofrequency energy (RF).
FDA has been a leading participant in the World Health Organization
International Electromagnetic Fields (EMF) Project since its inception in 1996.
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An influential result of this work has been the development of a detailed
agenda of research needs that has driven the establishment of new research
programs around the world. The Project has also helped develop a series of
public information documents on EMF issues.
FDA and the Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association (CTIA) have a
formal Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) to do
research on wireless phone safety. FDA provides the scientific oversight,
obtaining input from experts in government, industry, and academic
organizations. CTIA-funded research is conducted through contracts to
independent investigators. The initial research will include both laboratory
studies and studies of wireless phone users. The CRADA will also include a
broad assessment of additional research needs in the context of the latest
research developments around the world.
What steps can I take to reduce my exposure to radiofrequency energy
from my wireless phone?
If there is a risk from these products--and at this point we do not know that
there is--it is probably very small. But if you are concerned about avoiding even
potential risks, you can take a few simple steps to minimize your exposure to
radiofrequency energy (RF). Since time is a key factor in how much exposure a
person receives, reducing the amount of time spent using a wireless phone will
reduce RF exposure.
Ⅲ If you must conduct extended conversations by wireless phone every
day, you could place more distance between your body and the source
of the RF, since the exposure level drops off dramatically with distance.
For example, you could use a headset and carry the wireless phone
away from your body or use a wireless phone connected to a remote
antenna.
Again, the scientific data do not demonstrate that wireless phones are harmful.
But if you are concerned about the RF exposure from these products, you can
use measures like those described above to reduce your RF exposure from
wireless phone use.
What about children using wireless phones?
The scientific evidence does not show a danger to users of wireless phones,
including children and teenagers. If you want to take steps to lower exposure
to radiofrequency energy (RF), the measures described above would apply to
children and teenagers using wireless phones. Reducing the time of wireless
phone use and increasing the distance between the user and the RF source will
reduce RF exposure.
Some groups sponsored by other national governments have advised that
children be discouraged from using wireless phones at all. For example, the
government in the United Kingdom distributed leaflets containing such a
recommendation in December 2000. They noted that no evidence exists that
using a wireless phone causes brain tumors or other ill effects. Their
recommendation to limit wireless phone use by children was strictly
precautionary; it was not based on scientific evidence that any health hazard
exists.
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What about wireless phone interference with medical equipment?
Radiofrequency energy (RF) from wireless phones can interact with some
electronic devices. For this reason, FDA helped develop a detailed test method
to measure electromagnetic interference (EMI) of implanted cardiac
pacemakers and defibrillators from wireless telephones. This test method is
now part of a standard sponsored by the Association for the Advancement of
Medical instrumentation (AAMI). The final draft, a joint effort by FDA, medical
device manufacturers, and many other groups, was completed in late 2000.
This standard will allow manufacturers to ensure that cardiac pacemakers and
defibrillators are safe from wireless phone EMI.
FDA has tested hearing aids for interference from handheld wireless phones
and helped develop a voluntary standard sponsored by the Institute of
Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE). This standard specifies test methods
and performance requirements for hearing aids and wireless phones so that
that no interference occurs when a person uses a “compatible” phone and a
“compatible” hearing aid at the same time. This standard was approved by the
IEEE in 2000.
FDA continues to monitor the use of wireless phones for possible interactions
with other medical devices. Should harmful interference be found to occur,
FDA will conduct testing to assess the interference and work to resolve the
problem.
Which other federal agencies have responsibilities related to potential
RF health effects?
Certain agencies in the Federal Government have been involved in monitoring,
researching or regulating issues related to human exposure to RF radiation.
These agencies include the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA), the National Institute for Occupational Safety and
Health (NIOSH), the National Telecommunications and Information
Administration (NTIA) and the Department of Defense (DOD).
By authority of the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968, the
Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the FDA develops
performance standards for the emission of radiation from electronic products
including X-ray equipment, other medical devices, television sets, microwave
ovens, laser products and sunlamps. The CDRH established a product
performance standard for microwave ovens in 1971 limiting the amount of RF
leakage from ovens. However, the CDRH has not adopted performance
standards for other RF-emitting products. The FDA is, however, the lead federal
health agency in monitoring the latest research developments and advising
other agencies with respect to the safety of RF-emitting products used by the
public, such as cellular and PCS phones.
The FDA's microwave oven standard is an emission standard (as opposed to an
exposure standard) that allows specific levels of microwave leakage (measured at
five centimeters from the oven surface). The standard also requires ovens to have
two independent interlock systems that prevent the oven from generating
microwaves the moment that the latch is released or the door of the oven is
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opened. The FDA has stated that ovens that meet its standards and are used
according to the manufacturer's recommendations are safe for consumer and
The EPA has, in the past, considered developing federal guidelines for public
exposure to RF radiation. However, EPA activities related to RF safety and
health are presently limited to advisory functions. For example, the EPA now
chairs an Inter-agency Radiofrequency Working Group, which coordinates RF
health-related activities among the various federal agencies with health or
regulatory responsibilities in this area.
OSHA is responsible for protecting workers from exposure to hazardous
chemical and physical agents. In 1971, OSHA issued a protection guide for
exposure of workers to RF radiation [29 CFR 1910.97]. However, this guide
was later ruled to be only advisory and not mandatory. Moreover, it was based
on an earlier RF exposure standard that has now been revised. At the present
time, OSHA uses the IEEE and/or FCC exposure guidelines for enforcement
purposes under OSHA's “general duty clause” (for more information see:
NIOSH is part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. It
conducts research and investigations into issues related to occupational
exposure to chemical and physical agents. NIOSH has, in the past, undertaken
to develop RF exposure guidelines for workers, but final guidelines were never
adopted by the agency. NIOSH conducts safety-related RF studies through its
Physical Agents Effects Branch in Cincinnati, Ohio.
The NTIA is an agency of the U.S. Department of Commerce and is responsible
for authorizing Federal Government use of the RF electromagnetic spectrum.
Like the FCC, the NTIA also has NEPA responsibilities and has considered
adopting guidelines for evaluating RF exposure from U.S. Government
transmitters such as radar and military facilities.
The Department of Defense (DOD) has conducted research on the biological
effects of RF energy for a number of years. This research is now conducted
primarily at the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory located at Brooks Air Force
Base, Texas. The DOD Web site for RF biological effects information is listed
with other sites in conjunction with a question on other sources of
information, below.
Who funds and carries out research on the biological effects of
RF energy?
Research into possible biological effects of RF energy is carried out in
laboratories in the United States and around the world. In the U.S., most
research has been funded by the Department of Defense, due to the extensive
military use of RF equipment such as radar and high-powered radio
transmitters. In addition, some federal agencies responsible for health and
safety, such as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Food
and Drug Administration (FDA), have sponsored and conducted research in this
area. At the present time, most of the non-military research on biological
effects of RF energy in the U.S. is being funded by industry organizations. More
research is being carried out overseas, particularly in Europe.
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In 1996, the World Health Organization (WHO) established the International
EMF Project to review the scientific literature and work towards resolution of
health concerns over the use of RF technology. WHO maintains a Web site that
provides extensive information on this project and about RF biological effects
FDA, EPA and other US government agencies responsible for public health and
safety have worked together and in connection with WHO to monitor
developments and identify research needs related to RF biological effects.
How does FCC Audit Cell Phone RF?
After FCC grants permission for a particular cellular telephone to be marketed,
FCC will occasionally conduct “post-grant” testing to determine whether
production versions of the phone are being produced to conform with FCC
regulatory requirements. The manufacturer of a cell phone that does not meet
FCC's regulatory requirements may be required to remove the cell phone from
use and to refund the purchase price or provide a replacement phone, and may
be subject to civil or criminal penalties. In addition, if the cell phone presents a
risk of injury to the user, FDA may also take regulatory action. The most
important post-grant test, from a consumer's perspective, is testing of the RF
emissions of the phone. FCC measures the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) of
the phone, following a very rigorous testing protocol. As is true for nearly any
scientific measurement, there is a possibility that the test measurement may be
less than or greater than the actual RF emitted by the phone. This difference
between the RF test measurement and actual RF emission is because test
measurements are limited by instrument accuracy, because test measurement
and actual use environments are different, and other variable factors. This
inherent variability is known as “measurement uncertainty.” When FCC
conducts post-grant testing of a cell phone, FCC takes into account any
measurement uncertainty to when determining whether regulatory action is
appropriate. This approach ensures that when FCC takes regulatory action, it
will have a sound, defensible scientific basis.
FDA scientific staff reviewed the methodology used by FCC to measure cell
phone RF, and agreed it is an acceptable approach, given our current
understanding of the risks presented by cellular phone RF emissions. RF
emissions from cellular phones have not been shown to present a risk of injury
to the user when the measured SAR is less than the safety limits set by FCC (an
SAR of 1.6 w/kg). Even in a case where the maximum measurement
uncertainty permitted by current measurement standards was added to the
maximum permissible SAR, the resulting SAR value would be well below any
level known to produce an acute effect. Consequently, FCC's approach with
measurement uncertainty will not result in consumers being exposed to any
known risk from the RF emitted by cellular telephones.
FDA will continue to monitor studies and literature reports concerning acute
effects of cell phone RF, and concerning chronic effects of long-term exposure
to cellular telephone RF (that is, the risks from using a cell phone for many
years). If new information leads FDA to believe that a change to FCC's
measurement policy may be appropriate, FDA will contact FCC and both
agencies will work together to develop a mutually-acceptable approach.
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Owner’s Record
The model number, regulatory number and serial number are located on a
nameplate inside the battery compartment. Record the serial number in the space
provided below. This will be helpful if you need to contact us about your phone in
the future.
Model: Sprint PCS International Phone IP-A790 by Samsung®
Serial No.:
User’s Guide Proprietary Notice
CDMA Technology is licensed by QUALCOMM Incorporated under one or more of
the following patents:
4,901,307 5,109,390 5,267,262 5,416,797
5,506,865 5,544,196 5,657,420 5,101,501
5,267,261 5,414,796 5,504,773 5,535,239
5,600,754 5,778,338 5,228,054 5,337,338
5,710,784 5,056,109 5,568,483 5,659,569
5,490,165 5,511,073
T9 Text Input is licensed by Tegic Communications and is covered by U.S. Pat.
5,818,437, U.S. Pat. 5,953,541, U.S. Pat. 6,011,554 and other patents pending.
User’s Guide template version 3D (09-01-03)
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Section 4B
Terms & Conditions and
Manufacturer’s Warranty
In This Section
ࡗ ࡗ Terms and Conditions
Manufacturer’s Warranty
Your Sprint PCS Phone has been designed to provide you with reliable,
worry-free service. If for any reason you have a problem with your
equipment, please refer to the manufacturer’s warranty.
This section contains the Terms and Conditions of Service for your
Sprint PCS Phone and Service and the manufacturer’s warranty for your
Sprint PCS Phone.
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Terms and Conditions
Terms and Conditions of Services
(Effective June 30, 2004)
Thanks for choosing Sprint. These terms and conditions are part of your
agreement with Sprint for Sprint PCS Services.
Please note these terms may not be the most current version. You can get a
current version of the terms on our website at www.sprintpcs.com or by requesting
a copy from us at 1-888-211-4PCS.
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1-888-211-4PCS (4727).
General. This agreement (“Agreement”) covers the terms on which we agree to
provide and you agree to accept any service or product we make available to you,
including your wireless services, wireless devices, etc. (collectively “Services”).
You accept this Agreement when you do any of the following: (a) provide your
written or electronic signature; (b) accept through an oral or electronic
statement; (c) attempt to or in any way use any of the Services; (d) pay for any
Services; or (e) open any materials or package that says you are accepting when
you open it. The Agreement includes the terms in this document together with
the terms associated with the Services you select (as described in our marketing
materials, e.g., service plan brochures, or on our website). You represent that
you are at least 18 years old. In this document, we use the words “we,” “us,” “our”
or “Sprint” to refer to Sprint Spectrum L.P. and its affiliates doing business as
Sprint PCS.
Agreement. We may change the Agreement at any time with notice. Any changes
to the Agreement are effective when we publish them. If you use our Services or
make any payment to us on or after the effective date of the changes, you accept
the changes. If we change a material term of the Agreement and that change has a
material adverse effect on you, you may terminate the Agreement without an Early
Termination Fee by calling 1-888-567-5528 within 30 days after the changes go
into effect. You understand and agree that taxes, Universal Service fees and other
charges imposed by the government or based on government calculations may
increase or decrease on a monthly basis, and that this paragraph does not apply to
any increases in such taxes, Universal Service fees or other charges.
Activating Service. Before activation, we may check your credit and verify your
identity. You must have and maintain satisfactory credit to receive and continue to
receive Services. We may charge a nonrefundable activation fee, deposit,
prepayment or other fee to establish or maintain Services.
Term Commitments. Unless we specifically tell you otherwise, our service plans
require that you maintain service for a minimum term (“Term Service Plan”),
usually 1 or 2 years. After satisfying this minimum term, your service plan will
continue on a month-to-month basis unless you have agreed to extend the term for
additional period(s). Certain service, promotional or product offers may require
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that you agree to or extend a Term Service Plan. As discussed below, we may
charge you an Early Termination Fee if you deactivate a Term Service Plan before
the end of the term.
Using Services. You agree to not use our Services in an unlawful, fraudulent or
abusive manner. You may not resell or lease Services to anyone. Sprint is not
responsible for any opinions, advice, statements, services applications or other
information provided by third parties and accessible through our various Services,
including the internet. Neither Sprint, its vendors or licensors guarantees the
accuracy, completeness or usefulness of information that is obtained through
these Services. You are responsible for evaluating such content.
You are also responsible for any use of our Services through any wireless device on your
account including, but not limited to, use by children or minors. We strongly recommend
that you closely monitor any such usage.
Changing Services. Changes to Services will generally be effective at the start of
your next full invoicing cycle. In certain instances, the changes may take place
sooner, in which case your invoice will reflect pro-rated charges. Certain changes
may be conditioned upon payment of an Early Termination Fee or certain other
charges.
Termination of Services. Consistent with this Agreement: (a) we may terminate
Services at any time with notice to you and, in certain instances, without notice;
and (b) you may terminate Services at any time with prior notice to us. Except as
otherwise provided in this Agreement, IF YOU TERMINATE YOUR TERM SERVICE
PLAN EARLY, OR WE DO SO FOR GOOD CAUSE, YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO
PAY THE APPLICABLE EARLY TERMINATION FEE ASSOCIATED WITH YOUR
SERVICES. We will not charge an Early Termination Fee for deactivations
consistent with our Return Policy or for service plans being provided on a month-
to-month basis. If any Services are terminated before the end of your current
invoicing cycle, we will not prorate charges to the date of termination, and you
will not receive a credit or refund for any unused Services.
Wireless Devices, Numbers & E-mail Addresses. We did not manufacture your
wireless device and we are not responsible for any defects or for the acts or
omissions of the manufacturer. The only warranties on your device are any limited
warranties extended by the manufacturer directly to you or passed on to you
through us. Your device may not accept Services directly from any other carrier.
You do not have any rights to any number, e-mail address or other identifier we
may assign to your device or account; you may not modify, change or transfer any
of these except as we allow or as allowed for by law. In certain instances, you may
transfer your number from another carrier to us, or from us to another carrier. We
do not guarantee that transfers to or from us will be successful. If you transfer
your number away from us, the terms of this Agreement (e.g., Early Termination
Fee, etc.) still apply. If a transfer to Sprint is not successful, you will be responsible
for any discounts provided to you with the purchase of your device. See our
printed in-store materials or visit www.sprintpcs.com for additional important
information on number transfers.
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Coverage. Available coverage areas for Services are generally identified in our
mapping brochures and at www.sprintpcs.com. This may include coverage on our
digital network (the “Sprint Nationwide PCS Network”) as well as coverage we
make available to you through agreements with other carriers (“off network” or
“roaming” coverage). All coverage maps are high level representations of outdoor
coverage and there are gaps in coverage within areas shown as covered on the maps.
Coverage is not available everywhere, nor can we guarantee you will receive coverage
at all times, or without interruptions or delays (e.g., dropped calls, blocked calls, etc.) in
the coverage areas we identify. Actual coverage and quality of Services may be affected
by conditions within or beyond our control, including network problems, software, signal
strength, your equipment, structures (including buildings in which you may be located),
atmospheric, geographic, or topographic conditions.
Roaming Coverage. You are roaming anytime your phone indicates that you are
roaming. Roaming coverage is only available with certain devices and, unless
included as part of your Services, will result in additional charges. Roaming calls
placed “manually” (through an operator or with a credit card) will always incur
separate and additional charges. Depending on your phone settings, you may
automatically roam if there is a gap or interruption in coverage within the Sprint
Nationwide PCS Network coverage area and roaming coverage areas. See your
phone guide for how to adjust phone settings. Certain features and services may
not be available in roaming coverage areas (including PCS Vision, voicemail, call
waiting, call forwarding, etc.).
Charges. Carefully review the terms of your Services. You will be assessed charges
based on the terms of your Services including, without limitation, monthly
recurring charges and charges based on actual usage (e.g., charges for long
distance, roaming, call forwarding, directory assistance, etc.). Airtime and other
time based usage charges are calculated from when your device first initiates
contact with a network until the network connection is broken, whether or not
you were actually successful in connecting to the intended destination. However,
you will not be charged for voice calls that ring and do not pick up, or if you get a
busy signal. For voice calls received by your device, you are charged from the time
shortly before the phone starts ringing until the call is terminated. You are
charged for an entire voice call based on the time period in which the call is
initiated. Partial minutes of use are rounded up to the next minute.
Sprint PCS Vision Charges. Vision usage is measured in bytes, not in minutes.
Bytes are rounded up to kilobytes. Usage rounding occurs at the top of each clock
hour while in a session and at the end of each session and is then charged to you
based on the terms of your Services. Depending on your Services, usage may be
charged against an allowance or on a fixed price per kilobyte. Usage charges may
be rounded up to the next cent at monthly or other intervals. In certain instances,
you may not know that your session has not ended. As long as your device is
connected to our network, you will incur data usage charges. You will be charged
for all data directed to the internet address (or “IP address”) assigned to your
device, regardless of who initiates the activity or whether your device actually
receives the data. This includes, but is not limited to, the amount of data
associated with the particular information/item (e.g. game, ringer, email, etc.),
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additional data used in accessing, transporting and routing this information/item
on our network, data from partial or interrupted downloads, re-sent data, and data
associated with unsuccessful attempts to reach web sites or use applications.
Based on these and a number of other factors (e.g., the specific application,
network performance, etc.) data used and charged to you will vary widely, even
for the same activity. Estimates of data usage – for example, the size of
downloadable files – will not be accurate or a reliable predictor of actual usage.
Your invoice will not separately identify the number of kilobytes attributable to
your use of specific sites, sessions or services.
Taxes and Surcharges. We invoice you for taxes, fees and other charges levied by
or remitted directly to federal, state, local or foreign governments including,
without limitation, sales, gross receipts, Universal Service, use, and excise taxes. If
you claim any tax exemption, you must provide us with a valid tax-exempt
document. Tax exemptions are not applied retroactively. We also invoice you for
surcharges that we collect and keep to pay for the costs of complying with
government programs such as number pooling and portability, and Enhanced 911
service; these charges are not the taxes nor government imposed assessments.
Invoicing & Payment. Invoicing cycles and dates may change from time to time.
Monthly recurring and related charges for Services are generally invoiced one
invoicing cycle in advance. Other charges are invoiced soon after they are
incurred. Most usage is generally applied to the invoicing cycle in which they are
incurred, but in some instances may be applied to subsequent invoicing cycles.
You are responsible for all charges associated with any device activated on your
account, regardless of who used the device. You must pay all charges by the due
date on the invoice. Past due amounts accrue late charges until paid at the rate of 5%
per month or at the highest rate allowed by law and may result in immediate suspension
of your account. If you agree to any auto-payment option through banking or credit
account, we may initiate payment from the account for all amounts we invoice
you without additional authorization or notice. Based on your credit or payment
history, we may require certain forms of guaranteed payment as a condition of
maintaining Services. If we invoice you for amounts on behalf of a third-party,
payments received are first applied to amounts due to us. You may be charged
additional fees for certain methods of payment and for payments denied by a
financial institution. Acceptance of payments (even if marked “paid in full”) does
not waive our right to collect all amounts that you owe us.
Disputed Charges. Disputes concerning any charges invoiced must be raised
within 60 days of the date of the invoice. You accept all charges not disputed in
this time period. Disputes can only be made by calling or writing us as directed on
your invoice.
Account Spending Limit & Deposits. We may impose an account spending limit
(“ASL”) on any account without notice. We will notify you of an ASL based on your
credit or payment history and may reduce the ASL at any time with prior notice.
An ASL should not be relied on to manage usage on your account. We may
suspend an account without prior notice when the account balance reaches the
ASL, even if the account is not past due. Services can be restored upon payment of
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an amount that brings the account balance below the ASL and any past due
amounts. If we require a deposit for you to establish or maintain an account, we
will hold the deposit as partial guarantee of payment for Services. We may change
the deposit amount at any time with notice for good reason. Except as we allow, a
deposit may not be used to pay any invoice or delay payment. The deposit
amount, the length of time we hold the deposit and changes to the deposit
amount are determined based on your credit and payment history. The rate of
interest, if any, on the deposit is subject to change. We may mix deposits with our
other funds. If your account is terminated for any reason, we may without notice
apply your deposit to any outstanding charges. We may send any remaining
deposit amounts to your last known address within 75 days after account
termination. If the funds are returned to us, you may claim these funds for one
year from the date of return. Any money held during this one-year period will not
accrue interest for your benefit and are subject to a servicing fee charged against
the balance. You forfeit any portion of the money left after the one-year period.
Other Sprint PCS Vision Terms. You will not receive voice calls while using Vision.
Vision is not available for use with server devices or host computer applications,
other systems that drive continuous heavy traffic or data sessions, or as substitutes
for private lines or frame relay connections. Unlimited Vision plans/options may
not be used with Sprint PCS phones or smart phones being used as a modem in
connection with other equipment (e.g., computers, etc.) through use of
connection kits or other phone-to-computer/PDA accessories, or Bluetooth or
other wireless technology. We may terminate services without notice for any
misuse. You may have access to certain games, ringers, screen savers and other
items on our Vision site (“Premium Services”) that are available for an additional
charge. You will be billed for Premium Service purchases on your Sprint PCS
invoice based on the charges as specified at purchase. Subject to the terms of the
content purchased, we may delete premium and non-premium items downloaded
to any storage areas we may provide, including any pictures, games and other
content. We may limit the amount of Premium Services you may purchase in a
specific time frame (month, week, day, or other time period).
Voice Command. Calls to 911 or similar emergency numbers cannot be placed
through the Voice Command feature. See our printed in-store materials or visit
www.sprintpcs.com for additional important information on this option.
Wireless Web. Wireless Web Services may be available depending on your device
and Service plan/option. This is not a Vision service. Usage is calculated on
minutes used and generally deducts from your Service plan minutes. See our
printed in-store materials or visit www.sprintpcs.com for additional important
information on this option.
Lost or Stolen Equipment. If your device is lost or stolen, please notify us
immediately by calling 1-888-211-4PCS. You are responsible for all charges incurred
before you notify us of the loss or theft. You agree to cooperate reasonably with us in
investigating suspected unlawful or fraudulent use.
Messaging. You may incur charges in accessing, sending or receiving messages on
your device. We may impose limits on the number of voicemail, text, email or
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other messages that can be retained through your account. Indicators of messages
on your device, including mailbox icons, may not always provide an up to date
indication of new messages and you may at times need to manually reset or clear
your mailbox indicator. Legitimate messages may be interrupted by software
aimed at prevention of SPAM or similar messages.
Caller ID. If you do not want people you call to receive the number assigned to
your phone, call us at 1-888-211-4PCS for information about automatic Caller ID
blocking. The number assigned to your phone can be blocked on a per-call basis
by dialing *67 + Destination Number + TALK (or similar key). Caller ID blocking is
not available when using Vision or Wireless Web services.
TTY Access. A TTY (also known as TDD or Text Telephone) is a
telecommunications device that allows people who are deaf or hard of hearing, or
who have speech or language disabilities, to communicate by telephone. TTY
doesn't work with all devices. If you have a TTY-capable device, it may not
function effectively, or at all, when attempting 911 calls and should not be relied
on for such calls.
Disclaimer of Warranties. WE MAKE NO REPRESENTATIONS OF WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING (TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW) ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE CONCERNING YOUR SERVICES OR WIRELESS DEVICE. WE DO NOT
PROMISE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE SERVICES AND YOU AGREE TO
HOLD US HARMLESS FOR ALL SUCH PROBLEMS.
Limitation of Liability. Neither we nor our vendors, suppliers or licensors are
liable for any damages arising out of or in connection with any: (a) act or omission
by you, or another person or company; (b) providing or failing to provide
Services, including deficiencies or problems with your wireless device, our
network coverage or Services (e.g., dropped, blocked, interrupted calls/messages,
etc.); (c) traffic or other accidents, or any health-related claims allegedly arising
from the use of Services, any wireless devices or related accessories; (d) content
or information accessed while using our Services, such as through the internet;
(e) interruption or failure in accessing or attempting to access emergency services
from your phone, including through 911, E911 or otherwise; or (f) events due to
factors beyond our control, including acts of God (including, without limitation,
weather-related phenomena, fire or earthquake), war, riot, strike, or orders of
governmental authority. In the event we are found to be responsible to you for monetary
damages relating to the Services (including wireless devices), you agree that any such
damages will not exceed the pro-rated monthly recurring charge for your Services during
the affected period.
NO CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES ARE
WE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE OR SPECIAL
DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER ARISING OUT OF OR IN
CONNECTION WITH PROVIDING OR FAILING TO PROVIDE SERVICES, PHONES
OR OTHER EQUIPMENT USED IN CONNECTION WITH THE SERVICES,
INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOST PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, OR
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COST OF REPLACEMENT PRODUCTS AND SERVICES. THIS SECTION SURVIVES
TERMINATION OF THIS AGREEMENT.
MANDATORY ARBITRATION OF DISPUTES. INSTEAD OF SUING IN COURT, YOU
AND SPRINT AGREE TO ARBITRATE ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, CONTROVERSIES
OR DISPUTES AGAINST EACH OTHER ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THIS
AGREEMENT, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE SERVICES, ANY
PHONES/EQUIPMENT, OR ADVERTISING, EVEN IF IT ARISES AFTER YOUR
SERVICES HAVE TERMINATED, AND INCLUDING CLAIMS YOU MAY BRING
AGAINST SPRINT'S EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AFFILIATES OR OTHER
REPRESENTATIVES, OR THAT SPRINT MAY BRING AGAINST YOU (“CLAIMS”).
THE FEDERAL ARBITRATION ACT APPLIES TO THIS AGREEMENT AND ITS
PROVISIONS, NOT STATE LAW, GOVERN ALL QUESTIONS OF WHETHER A
CLAIM IS SUBJECT TO ARBITRATION. THIS PROVISION DOES NOT PREVENT
EITHER YOU OR SPRINT FROM BRINGING APPROPRIATE CLAIMS IN SMALL
CLAIMS COURT, BEFORE THE FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION OR A
STATE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION.
YOU AND SPRINT FURTHER AGREE THAT NEITHER SPRINT NOR YOU WILL
JOIN ANY CLAIM WITH THE CLAIM OF ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY IN A
LAWSUIT, ARBITRATION OR OTHER PROCEEDING; THAT NO CLAIM EITHER
SPRINT OR YOU HAS AGAINST THE OTHER SHALL BE RESOLVED ON A CLASS-
WIDE BASIS; AND THAT NEITHER SPRINT NOR YOU WILL ASSERT A CLAIM IN A
REPRESENTATIVE CAPACITY ON BEHALF OF ANYONE ELSE. IF FOR ANY
REASON THIS ARBITRATION PROVISION DOES NOT APPLY TO A CLAIM, WE
AGREE TO WAIVE TRIAL BY JURY.
A single arbitrator engaged in the practice of law will conduct the arbitration. The
arbitration will be filed with and the arbitrator will be selected according to the
rules of either JAMS or the National Arbitration Forum (“NAF”), or, alternatively, as
we may mutually agree. We agree to act in good faith in selecting an arbitrator.
The arbitration will be conducted by and under the then-applicable rules of JAMS
or NAF, wherever the arbitration is filed or, if the arbitrator is chosen by mutual
agreement of the parties, the then-applicable rules of JAMS will apply unless the
parties agree otherwise. All expedited procedures prescribed by the applicable
rules will apply. We agree to pay our respective arbitration costs, except as
otherwise required by rules of JAMS or NAF, as applicable, but the arbitrator can
apportion these costs as appropriate. The arbitrator's decision and award is final
and binding, and judgment on the award may be entered in any court with
jurisdiction.
If any party files a judicial or administrative action asserting a claim that is subject
to arbitration and another party successfully stays such action or compels
arbitration, the party filing that action must pay the other party's costs and
expenses incurred in seeking such stay or compelling arbitration, including
attorneys' fees.
If any portion of this Mandatory Arbitration of Disputes section is determined to
be invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of the Section remains in full force and
effect.
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Miscellaneous. You may notify us by calling us at 1-888-211-4PCS, or use that
number to get our current address for written notice. We may send you notice to
your last known address in our invoicing records, or by calling leaving you a voice
message on your wireless device or home phone. Properly addressed written
notice is effective three days after deposit in the U.S. mail, postage prepaid. This
Agreement is governed by and must be construed under federal law and the laws
of the State of Kansas, without regard to choice of law principles. If either of us
waives or fails to enforce any requirement under this Agreement in any one
instance, that does not waive our right to later enforce that requirement. If any
part of this Agreement is held invalid or unenforceable, the rest of this Agreement
remains in full force and effect. Section headings are for descriptive, non-
interpretive purposes only. You may not assign this Agreement to any other
person or entity without our prior written approval. This Agreement (including
any referenced documents and attachments) makes up the entire agreement
between us and replaces all prior written or spoken agreements.
Terms of Picture Mail Service
The Picture Mail service (“Service”) – including access to and use of the services
at www.picturemail.sprintpcs.com – is provided to you by Sprint under the following
terms and conditions and incorporate the Terms and Conditions set forth at
www.sprintpcs.com which include the Terms and Conditions of Service provided
with your Sprint PCS Phone User’s Guide, terms regarding copyright and
trademark matters, and other terms relating to the use of our services. Your use of
the Service indicates your acceptance of all of these terms (collectively “Terms”).
Sprint may change these Terms from time to time at our discretion with or
without notice to you. Any changes will be posted on the Service.
1. Eligibility
The Service is provided to individuals who are at least 18 years old and to minors
who have parental permission. We encourage parents and guardians to take an
active role in protecting the privacy and security of their children. If you as a
parent have any concerns regarding this issue, please feel free to contact us at
2. Membership Fees
Picture Mail is available at an additional monthly charge (in addition to any charges
you may pay for Sprint PCS Vision services) through Sprint and provides you basic
services, such as the ability to store and share pictures taken on select Sprint PCS
Vision Picture Phones or devices. Additional features or services (beyond basic
services) may also be available from time to time for an additional charge. If you
have previously not signed up for the Service with activation of your
Sprint PCS Service Plan, you may add this Service to your account for an additional
monthly charge through a Sprint PCS Vision Picture Phone.
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3. Picture Mail Password
We will have access to your Picture Mail Password and User Name.
We may remind you of your password, at your request, by sending an email to the
address you used when creating your account. We will not disclose your Picture
Mail Password to third parties, but we may access your account if necessary to
maintain the Service, to comply with lawful requests from governmental
authorities, or in response to court orders, subpoenas, complaints.
4. Photo Loss
Sprint does not warrant that pictures or albums stored will not be deleted,
modified or damaged. If pictures or images are particularly valuable, have
sentimental or other intangible value or are otherwise unique or irreplaceable,
reliable storage alternatives should be used, including hard copy duplication and
electronic back up and storage.
5. Use of Related Software
Any software that is provided for download and installation on your personal
computer or electronic device in connection with the Service is licensed under
the terms and conditions of a separate software license agreement. These license
agreements are available for your review upon download, installation and/or use
of that software.
6. Use of Picture Mail
Solely for the purposes of displaying your pictures to selected persons and
fulfilling your print orders, you grant us permission to use, download, upload,
copy, print, display, reproduce, modify, publish, post, transmit and distribute any
material included in your albums.
7. Member Conduct
(a) In consideration for use of the Service, you agree to provide true, accurate,
current and complete information about you as prompted during the registration
process, and to maintain and update this information to keep it true, accurate,
current and complete.
(b) You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your Picture Mail
Password and Account, and you agree to be fully responsible for all activities
which occur through anyone's use of your Picture Mail Password or account,
whether or not authorized by you. You agree to notify Sprint immediately of any
unauthorized use of your password or account or any other breach of security.
(c) You must provide at your own expense all equipment and software required to
use the Service, including computer and photography equipment, application
software, modems, and access to the Internet. We are not responsible for delays
resulting from incompatibility of such equipment and software, or from improper
configuration or maintenance of such equipment and software.
(d) While we do not control the content of any member submissions to the Service
and do not have any obligation to monitor such content, if we have any reason to
believe that any language, content, graphics or other materials contained within
your content is inappropriate, we may, in our sole discretion, refuse to process
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any print orders, remove your pictures from our servers, suspend your account,
restrict access to it, remove content from it, or terminate it.
(e) You agree (1) not to use the Service for illegal purposes; (2) not to interfere
with or disrupt the Service or servers or networks or software or data connected
to the Service; (3) to comply with all requirements, procedures, policies and
regulations of networks connected to the Service; and (4) to comply with all
applicable laws regarding the transmission of technical data exported from the
United States. You agree to abide by all applicable local, state, national, and
international laws and regulations in your use of the Service and in your use of any
software downloaded from the Service, including, without limitation, copyright,
trademark, obscenity and defamation laws.
(f) You agree not to interfere with the use and enjoyment of the Service by other
users of the Service. You agree not to attempt to gain unauthorized access to
other computer systems or networks connected to the Service.
(g) You agree not to transmit through the Service, or upload to it
(1) any pictures or other content in violation of the copyrights, privacy rights or
other rights of any other person; (2) any unlawful, harassing, libelous, privacy
invading, abusive, hateful, threatening, harmful, vulgar, defamatory, obscene or
otherwise objectionable material of any kind; (3) any material that violates the
rights of another, including, but not limited to, the intellectual property rights of
another; (4) any material that harms minors; (5) any material that violates any
applicable local, state, national, or international law or regulation; or (6) “junk
mail,” “spam,” “chain letters,” or unsolicited mass distribution of email.
8. Privacy Statement
In order to register you as a member of the Service, we ask you to supply us with
some basic information (email address, user selected Picture Mail Password,
name) during the registration process and, occasionally, at other times while using
the Service. All uses of your information will be in accordance with our privacy
policy, as set forth in the following Privacy Policy. As this policy may be updated
from time to time, a current version can be found at www.sprintpcs.com.
PRIVACY POLICY
(a) Sprint respects the privacy of its customers, and other individuals and
businesses using the Websites owned and operated by Sprint and its Affiliates
(“Sprint Websites”). This updated Privacy Policy effective October 22, 2001, is to
keep you informed about the types of information collected on Sprint Websites
and how the information is used and protected. The revised Privacy Policy
includes information about advertisements on Sprint Websites and access to your
account information.
Sprint protects the privacy of its local, long distance and wireless customers
consistent with the Federal Telecommunications Act and rules and regulations
issued by the Federal Communications Commission.
Sprint's Privacy Policy for its high speed Internet services can be accessed at:
www.sprint.com/privacypolicy/broadbandservices.
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There are two types of information that may be exchanged between the Sprint site
and the user during each visit to a Sprint site. They are:
1. General technical data transmitted between your computer and the Sprint
site that does not identify you personally.
2. Personally identifiable information that you voluntarily share. The types of
personally identifiable information that you might share include your name,
address, phone number, email address and credit card number.
(b) Anonymous Information
In order to provide you with the information and services that you look for from
the Sprint Websites, Sprint gathers certain types of information from you that are
not personally identifiable. This is called anonymous information and includes:
1. The type of Internet browser you use when you visit
2. The types of computer operating system you use
3. The search engine you use to access the Sprint Websites (such as “AOL.com,”
“Yahoo.com” or “Go.com”)
4. The specific Sprint Website that you visit (sprint.com,
sprintpcs.com, etc.).
The anonymous information collected is not associated with you personally or
your business. Sprint uses this anonymous information in the aggregate to
improve Sprint Websites and the services we provide through those sites.
(c) Use Of Cookies
Sprint Websites may use “cookies” to collect the anonymous information
described in this Privacy Policy. Cookies are bits of encrypted data that are loaded
by a Sprint server onto your computer or other device when you visit a Sprint
Website. The server can retrieve the cookies the next time you visit a site and use
them to identify the computer as a return visitor. Sprint uses cookies to collect
non-personally identifiable information and generically track usage patterns on the
Sprint Websites in order to monitor activity and administer the sites. Sprint also
uses information obtained from cookies to improve Sprint Websites, and make
decisions concerning advertising, product offerings and services. Most users can
disable cookies from their Internet browsers, receive a warning before a cookie is
placed on their computer, and erase all cookies from their computer hard drives
by following the instructions provided by the browser.
(d) Advertisements On Sprint Websites
Advertising companies deliver ads on some Sprint Websites. You should be aware
that when you click on these ads, the advertising companies may also deploy
cookies to receive anonymous information about ad viewing by Internet users on
Sprint Websites and other Websites. This information is associated with your Web
browser, but cannot be associated with your name or email address without your
permission. Therefore, advertising companies may know where your computer
goes on the Web, but they do not know who you are unless you tell them. Sprint
does not provide personally identifiable information about its customers or Sprint
Website visitors to these advertising companies.
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(e) Personally Identifiable Information
Sprint may ask you to provide what is often referred to as “personally identifiable
information” such as your name, address, telephone number and email address
when you use Sprint Websites to: purchase a service or product online, enter a
contest or sweepstakes, ask to receive information, respond to a survey, register
with a Sprint Website, access your account, ask for a personalized service, request
customer service online, or apply for a job. You always have the alternative of
mailing or calling Sprint with the information requested if you do not wish to
provide it online. Personally identifiable information provided at a Sprint Website
to order Sprint services other than Internet services will be protected in the same
manner as when the information is provided by other means such as over the
telephone or by mail. We protect customer information obtained from the local,
long distance and wireless service customers of Sprint consistent with federal
laws governing telecommunications services and with regulations issued by the
Federal Communications Commission. Sprint's Privacy Policy for its Internet
services can be accessed at: www.sprint.com/privacypolicy/broadbandservices.
We use personally identifiable information provided at a Sprint Website in the
following ways unless otherwise specified:
1. For its intended purpose (such as to complete an online order
for service).
2. To provide you with information about new Sprint PCS Products and
Services or products and services offered in conjunction with Sprint business
partners.
(f) Disclosure To Third Parties
Sprint will not sell or disclose to outside parties any personally identifiable
information obtained from a Sprint online service or the registration at a Sprint
Website without your consent except under the following circumstances:
1. When required by law,
2. When disclosure is necessary to protect the safety of a customer, third party
or Sprint's property,
3. If it is required in connection with any sale or transfer of all or a portion of
Sprint's assets.
When Sprint uses agents, contractors or other companies to perform services on
its behalf, Sprint will require that they protect your personally identifiable
information consistent with this Privacy Policy. Sprint may share the anonymous
information described in this Privacy Policy with third parties from time-to-time.
(g) Email Communications
Email is an increasingly popular communication tool through which you and your
business may communicate with Sprint. Likewise, Sprint may use email to
communicate with you, respond to your email, and to tell you about new
products and services. If you do not wish to receive email promotions and new
products and service announcements from Sprint, please follow the instructions
that appear at the end of the email communication that you receive from Sprint to
have your name removed from the list.
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(h) Security
Sprint utilizes several encryption methods to ensure that the data you submit on
any of the Sprint Websites is secure. Through this “secure session,” information
that you input into a Sprint online order form will be sent and will arrive privately
and unaltered at a Sprint server. This security prohibits access to your information
by other companies and Web users.
(i) Children
Sprint does not intend to collect personally identifiable information from
individuals under 18 years of age. If Sprint becomes aware that a user who is
under 18 is using a Sprint Website, Sprint will specifically instruct that individual
that they are not to submit information on Sprint Websites without a parent or
guardian's consent. If a child has provided Sprint with personally identifiable
information without the knowledge of Sprint, a parent or guardian of the child
may contact Sprint at [email protected] and Sprint will delete the child's
information from our existing files.
(j) Links
Some Sprint Websites contain links to other Websites that are owned and operated
by parties other than Sprint. Please be aware that this Privacy Policy does not
extend to any Websites other than those owned and controlled by Sprint.
(k) Account Information
verify your name, address, email address, telephone number and/or billing
information. Sprint will correct any information that is inaccurate.
(l) Questions
If you have questions or comments regarding this Privacy Policy, you may contact
information, and would like that information deleted from our records, please
efforts to delete that information from our files.
(m) Updates
Sprint may amend this Privacy Policy from time-to- time. These changes will be
posted online.
9. Usage and Storage
We and our suppliers assume no responsibility for: (1) any full or partial loss,
deletion or failure to store your pictures or any other data; (2) any notice or lack of
notice of such loss, deletion or failure to store your data; or (3) any correct or
erroneous informing of or failure to inform user of such loss, deletion or failure to
store your data. From time to time we may establish an upper limit on the size of
data storage that you are permitted to use on the Service and/or an upper limit on
the frequency or amount of usage that you are permitted on the Service or related
software. We may establish a reasonable period of time (for example, three
months) such that if you do not use the Service at least once during such period,
we may terminate the Service to you for non-use, and delete pictures and other
data that you may have stored through the Service.
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10. No Resale of Service or Software
Your membership account is intended only for personal, noncommercial use. You
agree not to reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell or exploit for any commercial
purposes, any portion of the Service, use of the Service, access to the Service, or
related software.
11. Proprietary Rights
You agree that content, including but not limited to software, text, pictures,
graphics, video, music, sound, or other materials or information, contained in the
Service or contained in sponsor advertisements or presented to you through the
Service or advertisers is protected by copyrights, trademarks, service marks,
patents, or other proprietary rights, laws, and/or treaties. You agree that you are
permitted to use such materials and information only as expressly authorized by
us or the true owner of the right in question and you may not copy, reproduce,
transmit, distribute, or create derivative works of such materials or information
without proper express, written authorization from us or the true owner of the
right in question.
12. Changes to the Service and Termination of the Service
(a) We may change these Terms from time to time without notice to you. Should
you object to any of these Terms or any changes to them, or should you become
dissatisfied with the Service in any way, your only recourse is to immediately: (1)
discontinue use of the Service; and (2) terminate the Service and notify us of the
termination. Termination of the Service may, in some instances, require you to
change your Sprint PCS Service Plan.
(b) We may discontinue the Service or any feature or portion of the Service at any
time, with or without notice. You agree that upon modification or discontinuance
of the Service, we may delete the data you have stored on the Service.
(c) You agree that we may terminate your membership in the Service and delete
any and all information, posting, communications, albums and pictures at any
time, without notice, if we believe: (1) that you have failed to use the Service at
least once during a reasonable span of time as determined by us; (2) that you have
violated or acted inconsistently with the letter or spirit of these Terms; (3) that
you have violated our rights or the rights of other users or parties; or (4) that you
have abused or misused the Service in any way, including but not limited to
exceeding any limits that we may place on the amount of data that any individual
may store on the Service.
(d) We reserve the right at all times to disclose any information posted by you or any
other user as necessary to satisfy any law, regulation or governmental request, or to
edit, remove, or refuse to post any information or materials, in whole or in part, that in
our sole discretion are objectionable or in violation of these terms and conditions.
(e) Except as otherwise set forth in this provision, in the event your Service is
terminated we will make reasonable efforts to provide 30 days prior notice before
may delete any data from the Service.
13. Disclaimers
(a) We hereby disclaim any and all responsibility or liability for the accuracy,
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content, completeness, legality, reliability, operability or availability of information
or material in this Service. We further disclaim any responsibility for the deletion,
misdelivery, failure to store or untimely delivery of any information or material.
We disclaim any responsibility for any harm resulting from downloading or
accessing any information or material through the Service. You agree that you, the
member, will bear all risk associated with any content that you access.
(b) All processing of film, prints, slides, negatives or digital images is subject to our
Terms. You agree that your sole remedy for any damage or loss of any materials
that you submit to us for processing, printing, storage, transmission or other
handling, even if caused by negligence or other fault, will only entitle you to
replacement with a like amount of unexposed film and processing. EXCEPT FOR
THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF REPLACEMENT, THE HANDLING OF ANY FILM,
PRINT, SLIDE, NEGATIVE OR DIGITAL IMAGE IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OR
LIABILITY AND RECOVERY FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES IS EXCLUDED.
(c) THIS SITE AND ALL PRODUCTS, SERVICES AND CONTENT PROVIDED
THROUGH IT ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE' AND WITH NO
WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY
APPLICABLE LAW, WE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND,
WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE,
TITLE AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DISCLAIM ANY WARRANTIES FOR THE
SECURITY, RELIABILITY, TIMELINESS, AND PERFORMANCE OF THIS SERVICE,
OR THAT THIS SITE OR OUR SERVER IS FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL
COMPONENTS. WE DISCLAIM, TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW,
ANY WARRANTIES FOR OTHER SERVICES OR GOODS RECEIVED THROUGH OR
ADVERTISED ON THIS SERVICE OR RECEIVED THROUGH ANY LINKS
PROVIDED IN THE SERVICE, AS WELL AS FOR ANY INFORMATION OR ADVICE
RECEIVED THROUGH THE SERVICE OR THROUGH ANY LINKS PROVIDED IN
THE SERVICE.
(d) YOU EXPRESSLY AGREE THAT, TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY
APPLICABLE LAW, UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL SPRINT BE LIABLE TO
ANY USER ON ACCOUNT OF THAT USER'S USE OR MISUSE OF AND RELIANCE
ON THE SITE OR ITS ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS AND SERVICES. SUCH
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY SHALL APPLY TO PREVENT RECOVERY OF DIRECT,
INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, AND
PUNITIVE DAMAGES (EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY
OF SUCH DAMAGES). SUCH LIMITATION OF LIABILITY SHALL APPLY WHETHER
THE DAMAGES ARISE FROM USE OR MISUSE OF AND RELIANCE ON THE SITE,
PRODUCTS OR SERVICES, FROM INABILITY TO USE THE SITE OR FROM THE
INTERRUPTION, SUSPENSION, OR TERMINATION OF THE SITE OR DAMAGES
INCURRED BY REASON OF OTHER SERVICES OR GOODS RECEIVED THROUGH
OR ADVERTISED ON THIS SERVICE OR RECEIVED THROUGH ANY LINKS
PROVIDED ON THIS SITE, AS WELL AS BY REASON OF ANY INFORMATION OR
ADVICE RECEIVED THROUGH OR ADVERTISED ON THE SERVICES OR
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RECEIVED THROUGH ANY LINKS PROVIDED IN THE PRODUCTS AND
SERVICES.
(e) BECAUSE SOME JURISDICTIONS PROHIBIT THE EXCLUSION OF CERTAIN
WARRANTIES OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY
NOT APPLY TO YOU. OUR OWN AND OUR SUPPLIERS' TOTAL LIABILITY FOR
DAMAGES, LOSSES, AND CAUSES OF ACTION, REGARDLESS OF LEGAL THEORY,
WILL IN NO EVENT EXCEED THE AGGREGATE DOLLAR AMOUNT YOU HAVE
PAID TO US UNDER THESE TERMS, OR US $25.00, WHICHEVER IS GREATER.
14. Indemnity
You agree to indemnify and hold Sprint and its parents, suppliers, licensors,
subsidiaries, affiliates, officers, and employees harmless from any claim or
demand, including reasonable attorneys' fees, made by any third party due to or
arising out of: (1) use of the Service by you or by anyone using your account; (2)
violation of these Terms by you or by anyone using your account; or (3) violation
or infringement by you, or by anyone using your account, of intellectual property
rights or any other rights of any other person.
15. General Provisions
We may assign our rights and duties under these Terms to any third party at any
time without notice to you. These Terms and the relationship between you and
Sprint shall be governed by the laws of the State of California without regard to its
conflict of law provisions. You and Sprint agree to submit to the personal and
exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located within the State of California. You
agree that regardless of any statute or law to the contrary, any claim or cause of
action arising out of or related to use of the Service must be filed within one (1)
year after such claim or cause of action arose or be forever barred. The failure of
Sprint to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not
constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
If any provision of these Terms is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to be
invalid, the parties nevertheless agree that the court should endeavor to give
effect to the parties' intentions as reflected in the provision, and that the other
provisions of the Terms shall be valid and remain in full force and effect.
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Manufacturer’s Warranty
STANDARD LIMITED WARRANTY
What is Covered and For How Long? SAMSUNG TELECOMMUNICATIONS AMERICA, L.P. ("SAMSUNG")
warrants to the original purchaser ("Purchaser") that SAMSUNG's Phones and accessories (“Products”) are free
from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for the period commencing upon
the date of purchase and continuing for the following specified period of time after that date:
Phone
1 Year
1 Year
Batteries
Leather Case/Pouch/Holster
Game Pad
90Days
90 Days
1 Year
Other Phone Accessories
What is Not Covered? This Limited Warranty is conditioned upon proper use of Product by Purchaser. This
Limited Warranty does not cover: (a) defects or damage resulting from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect,
unusual physical, electrical or electromechanical stress, or modification of any part of Product, including
antenna, or cosmetic damage; (b) equipment that has the serial number removed or made illegible; (c) any
plastic surfaces or other externally exposed parts that are scratched or damaged due to normal use; (d)
malfunctions resulting from the use of Product in conjunction with accessories, products, or ancillary/
peripheral equipment not furnished or approved by SAMSUNG; (e) defects or damage from improper testing,
operation, maintenance, installation, or adjustment; (f) installation, maintenance, and service of Product, or (g)
Product used or purchased outside the United States or Canada. This Limited Warranty covers batteries only if
battery capacity falls below 80% of rated capacity or the battery leaks, and this Limited Warranty does not
cover any battery if (i) the battery has been charged by a battery charger not specified or approved by
SAMSUNG for charging the battery, (ii) any of the seals on the battery are broken or show evidence of
tampering, or (iii) the battery has been used in equipment other than the SAMSUNG phone for which it is
specified.
What are SAMSUNG's Obligations? During the applicable warranty period, SAMSUNG will repair or replace, at
SAMSUNG's sole option, without charge to Purchaser, any defective component part of Product. To obtain
service under this Limited Warranty, Purchaser must return Product to an authorized phone service facility in
an adequate container for shipping, accompanied by Purchaser's sales receipt or comparable substitute proof
of sale showing the date of purchase, the serial number of Product and the sellers' name and address. To
obtain assistance on where to deliver the Product, call Samsung Customer Care at 1-888-987-4357. Upon
receipt, SAMSUNG will promptly repair or replace the defective Product. SAMSUNG may, at SAMSUNG's sole
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option, use rebuilt, reconditioned, or new parts or components when repairing any Product or replace
Product with a rebuilt, reconditioned or new Product. Repaired/replaced leather cases, pouches and holsters
will be warranted for a period of ninety (90) days. All other repaired/replaced Product will be warranted for a
period equal to the remainder of the original Limited Warranty on the original Product or for 90 days,
whichever is longer. All replaced parts, components, boards and equipment shall become the property of
SAMSUNG. If SAMSUNG determines that any Product is not covered by this Limited Warranty, Purchaser must
pay all parts, shipping, and labor charges for the repair or return of such Product.
What Are the Limits On SAMSUNG's Liability? EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY
CONTAINED HEREIN, PURCHASER TAKES THE PRODUCT “AS IS,” AND SAMSUNG MAKES NO WARRANTY
OR REPRESENTATION AND THERE ARE NO CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY OR
OTHERWISE, OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO:
“THE MERCHANTABILITY OF THE PRODUCT OR ITS FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE;
“WARRANTIES OF TITLE OR NON-INFRINGEMENT;
“DESIGN, CONDITION, QUALITY, OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT;
“THE WORKMANSHIP OF THE PRODUCT OR THE COMPONENTS CONTAINED THEREIN; OR
“COMPLIANCE OF THE PRODUCT WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF ANY LAW, RULE, SPECIFICATION OR
CONTRACT PERTAINING THERETO.
NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS
WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES
AND CONDITIONS THAT MAY ARISE BY OPERATION OF LAW, INCLUDING IF APPLICABLE THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE HEREBY LIMITED
TO THE SAME DURATION OF TIME AS THE EXPRESS WRITTEN WARRANTY STATED HEREIN. SOME
STATES/PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO
THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR
ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE, USE, OR MISUSE OF, OR INABILITY TO
USE THE PRODUCT OR ARISING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM THE USE OR LOSS OF USE OF THE
PRODUCT OR FROM THE BREACH OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY, INCLUDING INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL OR SIMILAR DAMAGES, OR LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR BENEFITS, OR FOR
DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR GROSS NEGLIGENCE) OR FAULT
COMMITTED BY SAMSUNG, ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES, OR FOR ANY BREACH OF CONTRACT OR FOR
ANY CLAIM BROUGHT AGAINST PURCHASER BY ANY OTHER PARTY. SOME STATES/PROVINCES DO NOT
ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE
ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS,
WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE/PROVINCE TO PROVINCE. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT
EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT AND STATES
PURCHASER'S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY. IF ANY PORTION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS HELD ILLEGAL OR
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UNENFORCEABLE BY REASON OF ANY LAW, SUCH PARTIAL ILLEGALITY OR UNENFORCEABILITY SHALL
NOT AFFECT THE ENFORCEABILITY FOR THE REMAINDER OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY WHICH
PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES IS AND WILL ALWAYS BE CONSTRUED TO BE LIMITED BY ITS TERMS OR
AS LIMITED AS THE LAW PERMITS.
THE PARTIES UNDERSTAND THAT THE PURCHASER MAY USE THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT
IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE PRODUCT. SAMSUNG MAKES NO WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS
AND THERE ARE NO CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, AS TO THE
QUALITY, CAPABILITIES, OPERATIONS, PERFORMANCE OR SUITABILITY OF ANY THIRD-PARTY
SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT, WHETHER SUCH THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT IS INCLUDED
WITH THE PRODUCT DISTRIBUTED BY SAMSUNG OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING THE ABILITY TO
INTEGRATE ANY SUCH SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT WITH THE PRODUCT. THE QUALITY, CAPABILITIES,
OPERATIONS, PERFORMANCE AND SUITABILITY OF ANY SUCH THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE OR
EQUIPMENT LIE SOLELY WITH THE PURCHASER AND THE DIRECT VENDOR, OWNER OR SUPPLIER OF
SUCH THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT, AS THE CASE MAY BE.
This Limited Warranty allocates risk of Product failure between Purchaser and SAMSUNG, and SAMSUNG's
Product pricing reflects this allocation of risk and the limitations of liability contained in this Limited Warranty.
The agents, employees, distributors, and dealers of SAMSUNG are not authorized to make modifications to this
Limited Warranty, or make additional warranties binding on SAMSUNG. Accordingly, additional statements
such as dealer advertising or presentation, whether oral or written, do not constitute warranties by SAMSUNG
and should not be relied upon.
Samsung Telecommunications America, L.P.
1301 E. Lookout Drive
Richardson, Texas 75082
Phone: 1-800-SAMSUNG
Phone: 1-888-987-HELP (4357)
©2005 Samsung Telecommunications America. All rights reserved.
No reproduction in whole or in part allowed without prior written approval.
Specifications and availability subject to change without notice. [011604]
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Erasing 56
Index
A
Airplane Mode 47
Alarm Clock 98
D
Directory Assistance 7
E
B
Entering Text
Battery
ABC Mode 32
Selecting a Character Input
Symbols and Numbers 33
T9 Text Input 31
Erasing Pictures 57
C
F
Call Guard 65
Call History
Erasing 88
G
Getting Started With Sprint PCS
I
L
Call Waiting 150
Caller ID 149
Managing Sprint PCS Picture
Mail 125
Location Settings 46
M
Making Calls 22
Media Player 130
Channel Listings 132
Multimedia Channel Options
Playing a Video or Audio Clip
Sharing Sprint PCS Picture
Mail 119
Consumer Information on
Wireless Phones 195
Contacts
Menus
Index
230
Diagram 68
Structure 67
Sprint PCS Services
Call Forwarding 151
Call Waiting 150
Directory Assistance 7
Sprint PCS Video Mail - Sharing
FAQs 172
Games 162
Ringers 164
N
P
Phone Number
Displaying 22
Phone Numbers
Finding 27
Security Features 59
Sprint PCS Vision Profile -
Sprint Services
R
Restricting Calls 54
Ringer Types 36
Ringer Types for Scheduled
Alerts 37
Roaming
Other CDMA Digital Networks
T
T9 Text Input 31
Three-Way Calling 150
S
Turning Your Phone On and Off 18
Setting Up Your Voicemail 4
SMS Text Messaging 147
Sprint PCS International Roaming
Sprint PCS Picture Mail
U
V
Voice Memos 102
Voicemail
Clearing 146
Notification 140
Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web Site
Index
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