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Sanyo SCP-4500 User Manual

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User Guide
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  • Page 1 Dual-Band Sprint PCS Phone SCP-4500 Manufactured by SANYO User Guide Please read this manual before operating the phone, and keep it for future reference. ( Draft only )
  • Page 2 Sprint PCS, Sprint Personal Communication Services, Sprint PCS Wireless Web, Sprint PCS Dialer and the diamond logo are trademarks of Sprint Communications Company L.P. SANYO is a registered trademark of SANYO Electric Co., Ltd. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Printed in Japan...

  • Page 3: Safety Information

    Safety Information: FCC RF Exposure Information WARNING! Read this information before using your phone In August 1996 the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the United States with its action in Report and Order FCC 96- 326 adopted an updated safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated transmitters.
  • Page 4 Welcome to Sprint PCS Sprint PCS built the only all-digital, all-PCS nationwide network from the ground up for clearer calls. We have built our network to give you what we believe you really want from a wireless phone: clear sound, private conversation and time saving features. ®...
  • Page 5 First things first Read this before you do anything else. Determine if your phone is pre-activated If you received your Sprint PCS Phone in the mail or purchased it at a Sprint PCS Center, your phone is already activated and simply needs to be unlocked.
  • Page 6 What you should know before you call The call typically takes about 30 minutes, but may take longer at peak times. Your Sprint PCS Phone will be ready for use approximately one to three hours after this call is complete. What you should have handy Your new Sprint PCS Phone The original packaging for your new phone...
  • Page 7 3. Enter the four-digit lock code (This code typically is the last four digits of your Sprint PCS Phone Number, Social Security number or Tax ID number. If none of these numbers work, call Sprint PCS Customer Care at 1-888-211-4PCS (4727). How to get help If you need help with this or anything else, please call Sprint PCS Customer Care at 1-888-211-4PCS (4727).

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Safety Information: FCC RF Exposure Information Getting to know your phone Highlights Selecting a Language Easy Menu Navigation Control Front View of Phone Display icons: What they tell you Using the battery Installing and removing the battery Charging the battery Charging with the AC Adapter Entering information using keypad...
  • Page 9 Calling experience User Options During a Call (In-call state/status) Mute Redialing Last Outgoing Number Dialing Sprint PCS Directory Assistance Dialing Sprint PCS Operator Services Dialing Sprint PCS Customer Care Prepaid Calls Dialing Sprint PCS Roadside Assistance Making Emergency Calls Handy tips for easier everyday usage: Adjusting the Volume Displaying Your Sprint PCS Phone Number Greeting...
  • Page 10 Getting The Most From Your Phone Menu Map Call History Missed Call Notification Erasing Individual or All Call History Internal Phone Book Find Name Add New Entry Adding Multiple Phone Numbers/E-mail/Web Addresses to an Existing Entry Editing an Existing Phone Book Entry Secret Phone Book Entries Speed Dialing Abbreviated Dialing...
  • Page 11 Sounds: Volume (Ringer and Key Beep) Volume (Earpiece) Ringer Types Tone Length Alerts How to Lock Your Phone Unlock Phone Change the Lock Code Restrict Calls Special Numbers Erase Phone Book Reset Phone Displaying “Found Me” Information Reset/Lock phone through SMS Voice Memo Voice Dial Tips on Recording Names...
  • Page 12 Accessories LiIon Batteries AC Adapter Charger Cigarette Lighter Adapter Dual-Slot Desktop Charger Sprint PCS Wireless Web Connection Kit Charging Times with Accessories Usage guidelines: All about performance and safety Keeping tabs on signal strength Understanding Power Save mode Understanding how your phone operates Maintaining your phone’s peak performance Protecting your battery Driving...

  • Page 13: Getting To Know Your Phone

    Getting to know your phone Highlights Congratulations on your purchase of a Sprint PCS Phone. This phone is lightweight, easy-to-use, reliable, and offers many significant features: Call History: to track your outgoing, incoming and data calls for reference or call back. Messages: to access your voicemail and text messages.

  • Page 14: Selecting A Language

    Selecting a Language Your phone has two interface languages available, English and Spanish. The default setting is English. To view the menus in Spanish, change the menu language as shown below. 1. In standby mode (see “Standby mode” on pages 14-15), highlight by repeatedly pressing on the Navigation...

  • Page 15: Easy Menu Navigation Control

    Easy Menu Navigation Control The Navigation key allows you to easily scroll through the menus. As you navigate throughout the menus, the menu options will be highlighted ( , for example). Once you’ve highlighted your desired feature, simply press The Navigation key and key are also used to change your phone’s settings.

  • Page 16: Front View Of Phone

    Front View of Phone 1. Red Light: Illuminates when is pressed and when you have incoming calls or messages. 2. Headset Jack: Insert the plug of the headset (must be purchased separately) for hands-free listening. 3. VOL: Lets you adjust the sound level during a call or a ring. 4.
  • Page 17 11. Antenna 1. Red Light 2. Headset Jack Sprint PCS 12:30p Nov 15,99 3. VOL Call History (Volume) Messages Phone Book 10. SPEAKER 4. OK 9. CLR (Clear) 5. Navigation 8. END 6. TALK 7. POWER...

  • Page 18: Display Icons: What They Tell You

    Display icons: What they tell you Display icons are all the graphic symbols that show up on your display screen. In short, they tell you what’s happening with your Sprint PCS Phone . See below for a description. Signal Measures your current signal strength. The more lines there are, the stronger the signal.

  • Page 19: Using The Battery

    So watch that indicator and make sure your battery charge level is okay. To charge your battery, you should use the standard AC adapter, or the optional dual-slot desktop charger or cigarette lighter adapter. Note: Use only SANYO-approved accessories. Using unauthorized accessories may cause damage.

  • Page 20: Charging With The Ac Adapter

    Charging with the AC Adapter Use only approved adapter, with your Sprint PCS Phone. 1. Plug the AC adapter into a wall outlet. 2. Plug the other end into the bottom of your Sprint PCS Phone, with the battery attached. Charging a completely discharged standard Lithium Ion battery takes up to three hours.

  • Page 21: Entering Information Using Keypad

    Entering information using keypad Entering text using T9 mode T9 mode uses an intelligent software protocol that allows you to enter text with fewer key presses than the multi-tap method. Type the entire word by pressing each corresponding key only once for each letter of the word.

  • Page 22: Adding Words To T9 Database

    4. Press to accept the word displayed and continue typing the next word. If you make a mistake, press to correct the last letter you entered. To clear the whole characters, hold down for about two seconds. Note: You can shift the way of entering letters to upper/lower case by pressing .

  • Page 23: Smart Punctuation

    Smart punctuation “Smart punctuation” is available using in T9 mode. It’s a quick and easy way to type e-mail domains, possessive forms and contractions. When you press , T9 displays a period. However, as you continue to type, T9 determines the appropriate mark based on your word database.
  • Page 24 Spanish Sequence . - ’ / : @ , ? ! 1 A Á B C 2 a á b c 2 D E É F 3 d e é f 3 G H I Í 4 g h i í 4 J K L 5 j k l 5 M N Ñ...

  • Page 25: Entering Special Characters Using Sym Mode

    Entering special characters using SYM mode 1. In a text entry field, highlight current selected mode (e.g. ) and press 2. Highlight and press 3. Find the character you want and press the corresponding number (1 ~ 9) with each symbol. You can select characters from the four lists as shown below.

  • Page 26: Using Your Phone

    Using Your Phone: Basic operations to place and receive calls Turning your phone on and off When you’re ready to turn your Sprint PCS Phone on, check to see that the charged battery has been installed on the back of the phone or that you have an external power (ie;...

  • Page 27: Power Save Mode

    When your phone has acquired service, the greeting banner will be displayed along with the date and time when in digital mode. The menu options will be displayed on the lower half of the screen. This is known as the Standby display or Standby mode. While in the Standby mode, press of the Navigation key to highlight the menu option you wish to select, or enter a phone...

  • Page 28: Making A Call

    Making a call Whenever you make a call, follow these simple steps: 1. First, check to see that your phone is on. If you see the display indicators on the screen, that means the power is on. 2. Enter the phone number you’re calling. 3.

  • Page 29: Answering Calls

    Answering calls Your Sprint PCS Phone must be turned on before you can receive calls. When your phone rings (“Call From: caller’s name” displays if the caller’s name and number are stored in your phone’s Internal Phone Book, and the red light flashes), press ) to answer.

  • Page 30: What You Will See

    Note: In areas where Sprint PCS does not have a roaming agreement in place, you will still be able to make (but not receive) calls using a credit card. This is called manual roaming. What you will see You should always check your phone’s display because it will let you know when you are outside the Sprint PCS Nationwide Network and whether your phone is operating in analog cellular or digital roaming mode.

  • Page 31: Calling Experience

    Calling experience When you use your phone on other CDMA networks, your calling experience and call quality will be similar to what you experience when making calls from within the digital Sprint PCS Nationwide Network. Although certain calling features may not be available, your phone calls are still private and secure.
  • Page 32 If you are on the phone when you leave a Sprint PCS Service Area and enter an area where roaming is available (whether CDMA or analog cellular), your call will be dropped. If your call is dropped in an area where you think Sprint PCS provides service, turn your phone off and then on again to acquire Sprint PCS Service.

  • Page 33: User Options During A Call (In-Call State/Status)

    User Options During a Call (In-call state/status) During a call your phone provides you with access to all the menu items you have in the Standby mode. You will also notice two additional menu items or in-call options. The two in-call options (Mute, and three-way call) appear on your screen immediately after your call is connected.

  • Page 34: Dialing Sprint Pcs Directory Assistance

    Dialing Sprint PCS Directory Assistance To obtain residential, business and governmental listings; to get help completing local or long-distance calls; or to obtain movie listings, hotel shopping and major local event information (extra charge applies), contact Sprint PCS Directory Assistance by dialing 1.

  • Page 35: Dialing Sprint Pcs Customer Care

    Dialing Sprint PCS Customer Care Sprint PCS Customer Care can also be reached by dialing 1. From the menu, highlight and press 2. Highlight and press 3. Highlight and press 4. Highlight and press While outside of a Sprint PCS service area, dial 1-888-211-4PCS (4727).

  • Page 36: Dialing Sprint Pcs Roadside Assistance

    1. From the menu, highlight and press 2. Highlight and press 3. Highlight and press 4. Highlight and press *Note: Only available to Sprint PCS customers that have a Prepaid account. Dialing Sprint PCS Roadside Assistance If you need emergency service on the road, you can get help from Sprint PCS Roadside Assistance, by dialing 1.

  • Page 37: Handy Tips For Easier Everyday Usage

    Handy tips for easier everyday usage: Adjusting the Volume The volume keys of your Sprint PCS Phone perform two different functions. They let you: • Adjust the earpiece volume during a call. • Adjust the ringer volume in the Standby mode. Displaying Your Sprint PCS Phone Number 1.

  • Page 38: Backlight/Contrast Setting

    Backlight/Contrast Setting Your Sprint PCS Phone allows you to customize the backlight and contrast setting. To change the backlight setting: 1. From the menu, highlight and press 2. Highlight and press 3. Depending on your preference, highlight, by using the Navigation key, and press Note: For maximum battery life the backlight setting should be set to “Off”.

  • Page 39: Using Caller Id

    Using Caller ID This feature tells you who is calling by displaying the caller’s number when the phone rings. If the caller’s name and number are stored in your Internal Phone Book, the name you have stored will be displayed along with the number. If you call someone who also has Caller ID, your Sprint PCS Phone Number will be displayed on their phone.

  • Page 40: Finding A Name In The Internal Phone Book

    3. Enter name associated with phone number, e-mail or Web address, and press To enter the name, press the key that corresponds to the letter you want to display. (See “Entering information using keypad” on Page 9-13.) 4. Enter phone number, e-mail or Web address, and press .

  • Page 41: Setting The Vibrating Ringer

    3. Enter name you want to find (use the multi-tap method which can be found on “Entering text using Alphabet mode” on page 11). Once a letter is entered, the Phone Book will automatically display all the entries that start with that particular letter. The search will continue to narrow as you enter more letters.

  • Page 42: Getting The Most From Sprint Pcs Service

    Getting the most from Sprint PCS Service Voicemail and Text Messages Setting Up Your Sprint PCS Voicemail Voicemail allows callers to leave a message when you don’t answer your Sprint PCS Phone . We suggest you set up your voicemail box soon after your phone is activated. To activate your Sprint PCS Voicemail: 1.

  • Page 43: Finding Out You Have A Message

    Finding Out You Have A Message Your Sprint PCS Phone alerts you when you have new messages. If you have new messages, your phone will ring and you will be notified with a icon, and message notification on your screen, along with a red flashing LED light.

  • Page 44: Message Clear Count

    Message Clear Count In the rare circumstances that the network does not clear the icon even when you don’t have any new voicemail, you can use this feature to reset the icon. To clear the voice message count: 1. From the menu, highlight and press 2.

  • Page 45: Classifying Messages Into Folders

    To see the telephone numbers of the messages received or not: 1. Follow the above steps 1 through 4. 2. After selecting any header of messages, highlight and press Classifying Messages into Folders Your Sprint PCS Phone allows you to classify the received messages into 10 User –...

  • Page 46: Page/Text Number Extraction

    Page/Text Number Extraction When you receive a page/text message on your Sprint PCS Phone that contains phone numbers you can extract those numbers, making it easy to place a call or save the numbers. To extract a phone number: 1. While reading a message, press to view the message option menu.

  • Page 47: Message Storage

    Message Storage Your Sprint PCS Phone is capable of storing up to 200 incoming text messages and numeric pages. When the incoming message memory is 75 percent full, a warning message will be displayed, prompting you to erase messages in order to obtain more memory space.

  • Page 48: Call Forwarding

    2. When connected, highlight and press 3. Dial the second number, highlight and press 4. When the second party answers, highlight and press again to begin your three-way call. When you use this feature, you will be charged normal airtime rates and long distance if applicable for each call.

  • Page 49: Getting The Most From Your Phone

    Getting The Most From Your Phone Menu Map Outgoing Calls Call History Incoming Calls Messages Missed Calls Phone Book Erase History Outgoing Calls Incoming Calls Missed Calls All Calls Call History Voicemail Messages Call Voicemail Phone Book Call: Speaker On Read Clear Count Page/Text...
  • Page 50 Menu Map (cont’d) Messages Phone Book Set Mode Roaming Call Guard Phone Book Roaming Wireless Web Roaming View Week Wireless Web Add Event Calendar Event Call Alarm To Do List Go To Date View Memory Erase Memory Exit...
  • Page 51 Menu Map (cont’d) Wireless Web Calendar Normal Environment Silent Meeting Outside Custom Calendar Environment Ringer/Key Vol Sounds Ringer Key Beep Car/Headset Use Ringer Type Voice Calls with Caller ID Restricted ID No Caller ID Roaming Messages Voicemail Page/Text Web Messages Alerts Service Messages...
  • Page 52 Menu Map (cont’d) Sounds Display Lock Phone Security Change Lock Limit Use Outgoing Incoming Special #s Erase PhoneBook Reset Phone Found Me Display Security Data/Fax (In) Setup Any Key Answer Auto Answer Wireless Web Abbre. Dialing Language Security Setup Game Special Calculator Setup...

  • Page 53: Call History

    Call History Your Sprint PCS Phone captures the last 10 incoming, 10 outgoing, and 10 missed calls in the Call History menu. You can place calls through the Call History menu, providing a quick and easy way to call frequently used numbers. Additional information, such as the time and date a particular call was made, received, or missed may also be viewed once a number is selected.

  • Page 54: Missed Call Notification

    To view phone numbers from the list: 1. Highlight the call you wish to receive information about and press 2. Highlight and press Note: The number which is set as secret is not displayed. To place a call from this list simply following these steps: 1.

  • Page 55: Erasing Individual Or All Call History

    Erasing Individual or All Call History To erase an individual call: 1. From the menu, highlight and press 2. Highlight the call you wish to erase ( , or ) and press 3. Select the number you want to erase using the Navigation key, and press 4.

  • Page 56: Internal Phone Book

    Internal Phone Book Your Sprint PCS Phone has capability of storing up to 300 phone numbers. This allows you to organize your Internal Phone Book, storing up to seven phone numbers under one person’s name. You will no longer have to look for a person’s home number one place and their work number in another.

  • Page 57: Find Name

    Find Name – same as pg. 28 1. From the menu, highlight and press 2. Highlight and press 3. From here you have two options, you can either use your Navigation key to scroll through your Phone Book entries or enter the letter(s) of the entry you want to find (use the multi- tap method which can be found on “Entering text using Alphabet mode”...
  • Page 58 d. Once the name is entered correctly, highlight and press e. Enter the number or address you want to save. We suggest that you save phone numbers using 11 digits (1 + area code + number) so you can dial them from your Internal Phone Book while traveling outside in your local Sprint PCS Service Area.

  • Page 59: Adding Multiple Phone Numbers/E-Mail/Web Addresses To An Existing Entry

    b. Highlight , or , and press c. Highlight the number you want to save and press d. Highlight , or and press e. Follow the phone’s prompts. Adding Multiple Phone Numbers/E-mail/Web Addresses to an Existing Entry Once an entry has been added to your Internal Phone Book you can enter multiple phone numbers, e-mail and web addresses (up to 9) to that entry.

  • Page 60: Editing An Existing Phone Book Entry

    Editing an Existing Phone Book Entry To edit an existing Phone Book entry: 1. Select the entry you wish to edit (See “Find Name” for detailed instructions on selecting a Phone Book entry.) 2. Highlight , and press 3. Highlight the feature ( ) you want to edit and press 4.

  • Page 61: Speed Dialing

    To make a secret Phone Book entry not secret: 1. Select the secret Phone Book entry you wish to change (See “Find Name” for detailed instructions.) 2. Highlight and press 3. Highlight and press 4. Enter lock code. 5. Highlight and press Speed Dialing To dial a Phone Book entry using the entry’s speed-dialing...

  • Page 62: Abbreviated Dialing

    To overwrite an assigned speed dial number. 1. Highlight , and press 2. Highlight , and press 3. Highlight an appropriate speed dial number assigned, and press 4. Highlight , and press 5. Highlight the name you wish to store, and press Now the certain speed dial number is overwritten.

  • Page 63: Prepend Dialing

    Prepend Dialing Prepend dialing allows you to alter a phone number in your Phone Book by adding additional numbers. For example, if your Internal Phone Book entry was entered without an area code and you are out of town, you can prepend that entry with the appropriate area code.

  • Page 64: Storing A Number With Pauses

    Storing a Number With Pauses 1. Enter the number you wish to call. 2. Highlight , and press 3. Enter additional numbers (e.g. pin number, credit card number.) 4. To dial the number, press , or highlight and press To save the number in your Phone Book, highlight , press , and follow the phone’s prompts.

  • Page 65: Setting Your Phone's Mode

    Setting Your Phone’s Mode This option allows you to control your roaming experience. You can choose to stop using the phone in analog mode permanently or you can choose to use the phone in analog mode for the duration of your call. To select possible settings: 1.

  • Page 66: Call Guard For Roaming

    Call Guard for Roaming When you are placing or receiving a roaming call, your phone’s display notifies you that roaming rate will apply. When you press , the display shows “Roaming Rate applies. Select Roam Call to Proceed”, and then Now you have two options: To actually place a roaming call, highlight and press...

  • Page 67: Calendar

    Calendar Use the Calendar to remind you of events or important calls you need to make. You can schedule up to 100 events, 15 Call Alarms and 20 To-Do Items. Adding Events 1. From the menu, highlight and press 2. Highlight the day you want to add an event to by pressing (previous day) or (next day) of the Navigation key, and press Press...

  • Page 68: Event Notification

    Set Location – Edit the location you have an appointment or some events, and press Edit Alarm – Enter the number of hours or minutes before the event you want the alarm to sound, highlight and press . If you do not want to be reminded, highlight and press Note: Default alarm times are 10 minutes.

  • Page 69: Adding Call Alarms From The Calendar

    Adding Call Alarms From the Calendar Schedule a Call Alarm to remind you to make an important call. To add a Call Alarm from the Calendar: 1. From the menu, highlight and press 2. Highlight the day you want to schedule a Call Alarm for and press 3.

  • Page 70: Viewing Events And Call Alarms

    Viewing Events and Call Alarms 1. From the menu, highlight and press 2. A “ ” is displayed next to days with events or Call Alarms scheduled. 3. To view an individual day, highlight the day by pressing (previous day) or (next day) of the Navigation key and press .

  • Page 71: Event Options

    Event Options To edit an event, display an event and press To select an option, highlight it and press Erase – Deletes the event. Edit – Edits the event description and time/date. Next – Displays the next scheduled event for the selected day. Previous –...

  • Page 72: Adding To-Do's

    Adding To-Do’s To add an entry to your To-Do List: 1. From the menu, highlight and press 2. Use the Navigation key to select the date. 3. Highlight and press 4. Highlight and press 5. Enter a description, highlight and press 6.

  • Page 73: Editing To-Do's

    Editing To-Do’s To edit a To-Do, highlight the To-Do and press To select an option, highlight it and press Erase Item – Deletes the To-Do. Edit – Edits the To-Do’s priority or identifies it as Done ( ) and Urgent (!) and the To-Do’s description. Add To Schedule –...

  • Page 74: Erasing Multiple Events, Call Alarms Or To-Do's

    Erasing Multiple Events, Call Alarms or To-Do’s To erase old events, Call Alarms and To-Do’s: 1. From the menu, highlight and press 2. Press to display the Calendar menu. 3. Highlight and press 4. Highlight and press To erase all events, Call Alarms and To-Do’s, highlight and press 5.

  • Page 75: Environment

    Environment This feature provides you with a convenient method of setting volume depends on the environments as Normal, Silent, Meeting, Outside or Custom. 1. From the menu, highlight and press 2. Highlight the appropriate environment ( ) and press 3. Highlight and press To change the default sounds or backlight setting of each environment except “Normal”...

  • Page 76: Speaker Phone Mode

    Speaker Phone Mode This volume setting affects the Speaker Phone Mode. Speaker Phone Mode allows you to hear the caller’s voice louder without taking the phone close to your ears. To set the Speaker Phone Mode: When you make / receive a call or while talking, press SPEAKER key directly or highlight , and press To turn the Speaker Phone Mode off so that you are no longer...

  • Page 77: Sounds

    Sounds: Volume (Ringer and Key Beep) 1. From the menu, highlight , and press 2. Highlight , and press 3. Highlight , and press 4. Highlight (Not applicable to Key Beep,) and press Volume (Earpiece) 1. From the menu, highlight and press 2.

  • Page 78: Ringer Types

    Ringer Types Your Sprint PCS Phone provides you with multiple ringer types including seven different 3 harmony melodies, vibration and none. Besides being fun to play with, this allows you to assign different ring types for Voice Calls (with Caller ID, Restricted ID, No Caller ID, or Roaming.) Messages (Voicemail, Page/Text, or Web Messages).

  • Page 79: Tone Length

    Tone Length Changing your tone length may help to access older answering machines. You can determine the length of your key beep (you hear this when you enter the number). Possible settings are: “Short” or “Long”. 1. From the menu, highlight and press 2.
  • Page 80 For setting “Service” or “Minute Beep” Alerts 1. From the menu, highlight and press 2. Highlight , and press 3. Highlight , and press 4. Highlight , and press For setting “Message” Alert 1. Follow the above steps 1 and 2. 2.

  • Page 81: How To Lock Your Phone

    How to Lock Your Phone You must enter your lock code to view the security menu. Typical default values are either the last 4 digits of your phone number or Social Security number. When your phone is locked, you can only make emergency calls (9-1-1, and your user-specified Special Numbers) or receive incoming calls.

  • Page 82: Change The Lock Code

    Change the Lock Code To change your Lock Code: 1. Highlight and press 2. Enter the existing lock code. 3. Highlight and press 4. Enter new lock code. Re-enter your code and your new code will be saved. Restrict Calls The Restrict Call feature is an added security item, because this allows you to not receive calls from the outside or not send calls from your phone.

  • Page 83: Special Numbers

    By selecting “Phone Book Only” , your phone will restrict you from making or receiving calls to any number other than your Phone Book entries. By selecting “Special # Only”, you will not be able to make or receive calls to any number other than special numbers and 911 or Note: Emergency calls can still be made in this state.

  • Page 84: Erase Phone Book

    Erase Phone Book To erase the entire Internal Phone Book: 1. Highlight and press 2. Enter lock code. 3. Highlight and press 4. If you’re sure you want to erase your phone book, highlight and press Reset Phone Resetting your Sprint PCS Phone will restore all the factory defaults, including ringer types, display settings, etc.

  • Page 85: Displaying "Found Me" Information

    Displaying “Found Me” Information Your Sprint PCS Phone can display “Found Me” information if the display “Found Me” information is enabled. The default setting information is “If found, please call Sprint PCS Customer Care at 1-800-211-4727”. 1. From the menu, highlight and press 2.

  • Page 86: Voice Memo

    Voice Memo Voice Memo allows you to record caller’s voice while talking and yours in Standby mode instead of taking notes. Your Sprint PCS Phone is capable of storing up to 10 memos for 30 seconds each. When the memory is full, a warning message will be displayed, prompting you to erase an old memo.

  • Page 87: Voice Dial

    Voice Dial Your Sprint PCS Phone features Voice Dial. When on the Sprint PCS Network, you can call up to 30 stored entries by speaking the name into the microphone. Using the Voice Dial option requires that you first train the phone to recognize the name of the person you are calling.

  • Page 88: Program The Phone For Voice Dial

    Program the Phone for Voice Dial Programming your Sprint PCS Phone for Voice Dial is easy. The phone provides voice prompts and screen displays to guide you through the recording process. To program the phone for Voice Dial: 1. From the menu, highlight and press 2.

  • Page 89: Placing A Call Using Voice Dial

    Placing a Call Using Voice Dial To place a call using Voice Dial: 1. Press or SPEAKER key. 2. At the voice prompt, say the name into the phone. The phone places the call if it recognizes the name. If the phone does not recognize the name, it prompts for the name again.

  • Page 90: Erasing Voice Dial Entries

    Erasing Voice Dial Entries To erase an individual Voice Dial entry: 1. Follow the previous steps 1 through 4. 2. When the desired entry displays, highlight and press To erase all Voice Dialing entries: 1. From the menu, highlight and press 2.

  • Page 91: Keyguard

    KeyGuard KeyGuard allows you to keep the phone in your pocket or purse without the worry of accidentally dialing a number. To activate KeyGuard from the menu, highlight and press To disable KeyGuard, press and hold for about two seconds. Auto Answer This feature will enable your phone to answer incoming calls automatically after 1 ring or 3 rings;...

  • Page 92: Any Key Answer

    Any Key Answer Your phone can be set to answer incoming calls by pressing any key (not including the , VOL key ( ) or Navigation key.) To customize your phone to function this way, follow these simple instructions: 1. From the menu, highlight and press 2.

  • Page 93: Advanced Phone Features

    Advanced Phone Features Sprint PCS Wireless Web Connection Your phone can function like a telephone wall jack when connected to your laptop PC* computer or fax capable palm-size computing device via the optional Sprint PCS Wireless Web Connection Kit. You must purchase this kit to send and receive data or faxes through your phone.
  • Page 94 3. To terminate the Sprint PCS Wireless Web Connection, use your Sprint PCS Dialer software; fax calls typically terminate automatically. Note: Don’t press while sending data, this may cause your data or fax application to temporarily lock up and could cause loss of data.

  • Page 95: The Sprint Pcs Wireless Web Browser

    The Sprint PCS Wireless Web Browser Your Sprint PCS Phone comes equipped with a Wireless Web which makes it possible to use the Sprint PCS Wireless Web Browser Service. The Sprint PCS Wireless Web Browser allows you to access information such as stock quotes, sport scores, weather and news via the Sprint PCS Wireless Web.
  • Page 96 Each time you access the Sprint PCS Wireless Web Browser, you will view a reminder that you will be billed for the connection time. If you wish to disable this reminder, follow the steps below: 1. From the main menu, highlight , and press 2.
  • Page 97 Ending the Sprint PCS Wireless Browser Session If you want to end a Wireless Web session, press , and then highlight and press Navigating through the Sprint PCS Wireless Web Browser While using the Wireless Web, you will find that on-screen items may be presented in one of the following ways;...
  • Page 98 Clearing out text/number entered When entering text or numbers, press to clear the last number, letter, or symbol. Press and hold to completely clear the input field. Selecting and activating items using the Navigation key and/or digits If the items on a page are numbered, you can use your keypad (number) keys to select an item, or you can select the items by moving the cursor and using the Navigation key.
  • Page 99 Entering Text, Numbers, or Symbols When you are prompted to enter text, the current text entry method will appear on the display as ALPHA, alpha, NUM or SYM. To change the input mode, select the secondary softkey and press Using Links Links have several purposes, including jumping to a different page, jumping to a different site, or even initiating a phone call from some sites.

  • Page 100: Synchronization

    To create a bookmark: 1.) Go to the site that you want to mark. 2.) Select “Help” by moving the Navigation key to the right several times until “Help” is highlighted and press , and select “Mark Site” and press again.

  • Page 101: Playing The Game

    Playing the Game: Crab Catch Game Your Sprint PCS Phone allows you to take time out to enjoy a game. 1. From the menu, highlight , and press 2. Highlight , and press 3. Highlight and press . Then the game starts. a.

  • Page 102: Using Your Phone As A Calculator

    c. To stop the slot, press or leave for five sec. If you win/lose, your coins increase/decrease. The display turns back to the above step 2’s if you have at least one coin. If you have lost all coins, the game is over. You can continue the game by pressing (Yes) from default amount.
  • Page 103 Accessories LiIon Batteries Two types of Lithium Ion (LiIon) batteries are available for use with your Sprint PCS Phone • Standard LiIon Battery • Extended LiIon Battery Figure 1: Standard and Extended Batteries AC Adapter Charger The AC adapter charger plugs into a wall outlet and enables you to charge your Sprint PCS Phone at your home or office, or when...
  • Page 104 Dual-Slot Desktop Charger The dual-slot desktop charger charges the battery at your home or office. Figure 4: Dual-Slot Desktop Charger Sprint PCS Wireless Web Connection Kit The data cable allows you to transmit and receive data by connecting your Sprint PCS Phone to a laptop computer or palm-sized computing device - separate service is required.
  • Page 105 Charging Times with Accessories Standard Lithium Extended Lithium Ion Battery Ion Battery AC Adapter Charger 3.0 hrs. 5.0 hrs. Cigarette Lighter Adapter 3.0 hrs. 5.0 hrs. Dual-Slot Desktop Charger 3.0 hrs. 5.0 hrs. The accessories listed above are available for purchase at most Sprint PCS Centers, or call the Sprint PCS Accessory Hotline 1-800-974-ACC1(2221).
  • Page 106 Usage guidelines: All about performance and safety Keeping tabs on signal strength The voice quality of your Sprint PCS Phone will always be at its best when the antenna is fully raised. If you’re inside a building, reception may be better near a window. The quality of each call you make or receive depends on the signal strength in your area.
  • Page 107 Understanding how your phone operates Your Sprint PCS Phone is basically a radio transmitter and receiver. When it’s turned on, it receives and transmits radio frequency (RF) signals. Your phone operates in the frequency range of 1.9 GHz and 800 MHz. When your phone is in use, the system handling your call controls the power level.
  • Page 108 Protecting your battery For best battery performance, you should follow these guidelines: Use only SANYO-approved batteries and AC adapter, cigarette lighter adapter, and desktop charger. These chargers are designed to maximize battery life. Using other batteries or chargers will invalidate your warranty and may cause damage as well.
  • Page 109 Replace the battery when it no longer provides acceptable performance. It can be recharged hundreds of times before it will need to be replaced. Do not store the battery in high temperature areas for long periods of time. Follow these storage rules: Less than one month: -4˚F to 131˚F (-20˚C to 55˚C) More than one month: -4˚F to 95˚F (-20˚C to 35˚C) Driving...
  • Page 110 Disposal of Lithium Ion batteries This product contains a Lithium Ion battery. Please ensure that disposal of this battery is in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Do not dispose of the battery in a fire; the cell may explode. Do not open or puncture the battery;...
  • Page 111 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. Turn off the phone in healthcare facilities and request permission before using the phone near medical equipment. Turn off your phone before flying You should turn off your Sprint PCS Phone before boarding any aircraft.
  • Page 112 Use only SANYO approved batteries, antennas and chargers. The use of any other type of accessory may invalidate the warranty.
  • Page 113 FCC notice The phone may cause TV or radio interference if used in close proximity to receiving equipment. The FCC can require you to stop using the telephone if such interference cannot be eliminated. If you need assistance, contact Sprint PCS Customer Care. And last, but certainly not least, vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane) must comply with the National Fire Protection Standard (NFPA-58).
  • Page 114 can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: -Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. -Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. -Connect the equipment into an outlet on circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
  • Page 115 PATENT INFORMATION The products/Equipment described in the attached documentation are manufactured under one or more of the following U.S. Patents: 4,901,307, D356,560, 5,506,865, 5,566,357, 5,608,722, 5,056,109, 5,408,697, 5,509,015, 5,568,483, 5,614,806, 5,099,204, 5,414,728, 5,509,035, 5,574,773, 5,617,060, 5,101,501, 5,414,796, 5,511,067, 5,574,987, 5,621,752, 5,103,459, 5,416,797, 5,511,073,...

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