Audiovox PM 8912 User Manual

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Dialing and Saving Phone Numbers With Pauses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Dialing From the Internal Phone Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Using One-Touch/Two-Touch Speed Dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22  
Entering Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23  
Selecting a Character Input Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23  
Entering Characters Using T9 Text Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
Adding a Word to the T9 Database . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
Entering Characters by Tapping the Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
Entering Numbers, Symbols and Emoticon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25  
2B. ControllingYour Phone’s Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26  
Sound Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
Ringers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30  
Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31  
Roam Ringer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33  
Tone Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33  
Display Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34  
Menu Style . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34  
Graphics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34  
Sub LCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36  
Greeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36  
Backlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37  
Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37  
Games/Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38  
Backlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38  
Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38  
Message Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38  
Location Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39  
Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40  
Notification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40  
Callback Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40  
Pre-Set Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40  
Signature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41  
Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41  
Airplane Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42  
Others Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42  
Call Answer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42  
Auto Answer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43  
Auto Redial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43  
Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44  
TTY Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44  
Voice Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45  
Dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45  
Key Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47  
Phone Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48  
2C. Setting Your Phone’s Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49  
Setting Your Phone’s Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50  
Lock Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50  
Change Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50  
Special Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51  
Limit Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51  
Erasing Your Phone Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54  
Erasing Your Downloads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54  
Resetting Your Picture Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54  
Resetting Your Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55  
Enabling Sprint PCS Vision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55  
Net Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56  
Updating Your Vision Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56  
2D. ControllingYour Roaming Experience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57  
Understanding Roaming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58  
Setting Your Phone’s Roam Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60  
Controlling Roaming Charges Using Call Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61  
2E. NavigatingThrough Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62  
Menu Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63  
Menu Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63  
Viewing the Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64  
2F. Managing Call History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67  
Viewing History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68  
Missed Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68  
Outgoing Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69  
Incoming Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69  
All Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70  
Erase History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71  
2G. Using the Internal Phone Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72  
Internal Phone Book Entry Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73  
Adding a New Internal Phone Book Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74  
Finding Internal Phone Book Entries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74  
Speed Dial Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75  
My Phone Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75  
Using Group Internal Phone Book Entries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76  
Dialing Sprint PCS Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77  
Account Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77  
Sprint Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77  
Directory Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77  
2H. Personal Organizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78  
Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79  
Memo Pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80  
Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82  
Calculator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83  
World Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84  
Stopwatch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85  
2I. Using Your Phone’s Voice Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86  
Voice Recognition Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87  
Voice Memo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87  
Voice Dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89  
Train Words . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91  
Shutter Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93  
2J. Using Your Phone’s Built-in Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94  
Taking Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95  
My Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98  
Online Albums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99  
Managing Sprint PCS Picture Mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101  
Account Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105  
Section 3:Using Sprint PCS Service Features . . . . . . . .106  
3A. Sprint PCS Service Features:The Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107  
Using Voicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108  
Setting Up Your Voicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108  
Voicemail Notification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108  
Retrieving Your Voicemail Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108  
Voicemail Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109  
Clear Envelope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111  
Voicemail Menu Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112  
Using SMS Text Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113  
Composing SMS Text Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113  
Accessing SMS Text Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114  
Using Canned (Pre-set) Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114  
Using Caller ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115  
Responding to Call Waiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115  
Making a Three-Way Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115  
Using Call Forwarding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116  
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3B. Sprint PCSVision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117  
Getting Started With Sprint PCS Vision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118  
Your User Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118  
Launching a Sprint PCS Vision Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119  
Net Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119  
Browsing the Web . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120  
Accessing Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123  
Message Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123  
Accessing Sprint PCS Mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123  
Accessing Additional Email Providers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123  
Accessing Instant Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124  
Accessing Wireless Chatrooms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125  
Sending Sprint PCS Picture Mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126  
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Accessing the Download Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127  
Downloading an Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127  
Using My Content Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128  
Checking Data Folder Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129  
Erasing a Downloaded File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129  
Accessing Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130  
Accessing Ringers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132  
Accessing Screen Savers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135  
Accessing Applications and Others . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138  
Exploring the Web . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140  
Sprint PCS Vision FAQs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141  
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3C. Sprint PCSVoice Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143  
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Getting Started with Sprint PCS Voice Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144  
Creating Your Own Address Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144  
Making a Call With Sprint PCS Voice Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145  
Section 4:SafetyGuidelinesand WarrantyInformation 146  
4A. Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147  
Getting the Most Out of Your Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148  
Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149  
Caring for the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .151  
Acknowledging Special Precautions and the FCC Notice . . . . . . . . . . . .152  
Consumer Information on Wireless Phones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154  
Owner’s Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .169  
User’s Guide Proprietary Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .169  
4B. Terms & Conditions and Manufacturer’s Warranty . . . . . . . .170  
Terms and Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171  
Manufacturer’s Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .188  
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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 Vision Phone through simple, easy-to-follow instructions.  
If you have already reviewed the Start Here to Activate guide 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 Start Here to Activate guide, 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:  
 Section 1: Getting Started  
 Section 2: Understanding Your Sprint PCS Phone  
 Section 3: Using Sprint PCS Service Features  
 Section 4: Safety Guidelines and Warranty Information  
Throughout the guide, you'll find tips that highlight special shortcuts  
and timely reminders to help you make the most of your new phone and  
service. The Table of Contents and Index will help you locate specific  
information quickly.  
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 turn to that page.  
Follow the instructions in that section and you'll be ready to use your  
phone in no time.  
Note:  
You can print this guide to keep on hand or view it online. If you're viewing it  
online, simply click on a topic in the Table of Contents, Index, or on any  
page reference within a section. The PDF will automatically display the  
appropriate page.  
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Section 1  
Getting Started  
Section 1A  
Setting Up Service  
In This Section  
Getting Started With Sprint PCS Service  
Setting Up Your Voicemail  
Getting Help  
SettingupserviceonyournewSprintPCSVisionPhoneisquickandeasy.  
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 for assistance with your Sprint PCS Service.  
Section 1A: Setting Up Service  
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Getting Started With Sprint PCS Service  
Determineif YourPhoneis AlreadyActivated  
If you purchased your phone at a Sprint Store, it is probably activated,  
unlocked, and ready to use. If you received your phone in the mail, it  
probably has been activated; all you may need to do is unlock it.  
If your phone is not activated, please refer to the Start Here Guide  
included with your phone.  
UnlockingYourPhone  
Follow these steps to unlock your phone:  
1. To turn the phone on, press and hold  
.
2. When lock icon appears on the display, press  
(Unlock) then  
enter your 4-digit password to unlock your phone.  
Tip:  
If you can’t recall your lock code, try using the last four digits of either your  
Social Security number or Sprint PCS Phone Number or try 0000. If none of  
these work, call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4PCS (4727).  
ActivatingYourPhone  
To activate your phone, follow the directions in the Start Here Guide  
included with your phone.  
Section 1A: Setting Up Service  
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Setting UpYour 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, set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as  
your phone is activated.  
Tosetupvoicemail:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Messaging (  
).  
).  
3. Select Voicemail (  
4. Select Call (  
- or -  
).  
Press  
or press and hold  
.
5. Follow the system prompts to create your pass code, record  
your greeting, record your name announcement, then choose  
whether to activate One-Touch Message Access (a feature that  
lets you access messages simply by pressing and holding  
bypassing the need for you to enter your pass code).  
,
Note:  
Tip:  
The voicemail setup process may vary in certain Affiliate areas.  
To activate One-Touch Message Access, press and hold  
.
For more information about using your voicemail,  
see “Using Voicemail”on page 108.  
Getting Help  
VisitingOur Website  
Stop by www.sprintpcs.com and sign on to get up-to-date information  
on Sprint PCS Services, options, and more.  
You can also:  
Review coverage maps  
Learn how to use voicemail  
Access your account information  
Purchase accessories  
Add additional options to your service plan  
Check out frequently asked questions  
And more  
Section 1A: Setting Up Service  
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ReachingSprintCustomerService  
YoucanreachSprintCustomerServiceby:  
Dialing  
Phone.  
or  
on your Sprint PCS  
Calling us toll-free at 1-888-211-4727 (Consumer customers),  
1-877-CLEARPY (253-2779) (Clear Pay customers), or  
1-888-788-4727 (Business customers)  
Writing to us at Sprint Customer Service, P.O. Box 8077,  
London, KY 40742  
Receiving AutomatedUsageandInvoicingInformation  
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 this information:  
Press  
or  
.
Note:  
This service may not be available in all Affiliate markets.  
SprintPCSDirectoryAssistance  
Sprint PCS Directory Assistance provides a variety of services,  
including residential, business, and government listings; assistance  
with local or long-distance calls; movie listings; hotel, restaurant,  
shopping, and major local event information. There is a per-call  
charge and you will be billed for airtime.  
Press  
or  
.
SprintPCSOperatorServices  
Sprint PCS Operator Services can provide assistance in placing  
collect calls or calls billed to a local telephone calling card or third  
party.  
Press  
.
For more information or to see the latest in products and services,  
Note:  
Sprint PCS Operator Services may not be available in all Affiliate markets.  
Section 1A: Setting Up Service  
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Section 2  
UnderstandingYour  
Sprint PCS Phone  
Section 2A  
Your Sprint PCS Phone:The Basics  
In This Section  
Front View of Your Phone  
Viewing the Display Screen  
Features of Your Sprint PCS Vision Picture Phone  
Turning Your Phone On and Off  
Using Your Phone’s Battery  
Displaying Your Phone Number  
Making and Answering Calls  
Entering Text  
YourSprintPCSVisionPhoneispackedwithfeaturesthatsimplifyyourlife  
andexpandyourabilitytostayconnectedtothepeopleandinformationthat  
areimportanttoyou. This section will guide you through the basic  
functions and calling features of your phone.  
Section 2A:Your Sprint PCS Vision Phone The Basics  
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Front View of Your Phone  
12. HeadsetJack  
16. StatusLED  
11. SideCamera  
Key  
15. ExternalDisplay  
10. VolumeKeys  
14. CameraFlash  
13. CameraLens  
9. Earpiece  
1. SoftkeyButtons  
8. MainDisplay  
2. Navigation  
Key  
7. OKButtonand  
CameraMenu  
3. Talk  
6. End(Power)  
4. Back  
5. Keyguard  
Mode  
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Key Functions  
1. SoftkeyButtons:  
Presstheleftorrightsoftkeybuttontoaccessthecorresponding  
menuorfunctiondisplayedonthebottomline.  
Presstherightsoftkeybuttontoaccessatextmessage, voice  
message, orSprintPCSPictureMailmessageinstandbymode.  
2. NavigationKey:  
Instandbymode: PressuptoaccessSprintPCSVision, downto  
accesstheDownloads, righttoaccesstheSchedule, and  
left toaccessthePhoneBook.  
-PhoneBook  
-Downloads  
-Schedule  
-SprintPCSVision  
InsidetheMenu: Usetoscrollthroughmenuoptions, ortoselect  
afunctiondisplayedonthebottomlineofthescreen.  
3. Talk: Presstomakeorreceiveacall.  
4. Back: Presstoreturntothepreviouspageortoclearadigitfrom  
thedisplay. Whenmakingacall, pressandholdtoerasetheentire  
number.  
5. KeyguardMode: Pressandhold  
toenterKeyguardmode.  
6. End(Power): Presstoturnthephoneonoroff, toterminateacall,  
ortoreturntostandbymode.  
7. OKButtonandCameraMenu: Letsyouselecthighlightedmenu  
itemsandconfirmactions.  
ShortPress: PicturesMenu.  
LongPress: CameraModeLaunch.  
8. MainDisplay: Displaysthephone’smainmenu, features,  
modes, etc.  
9. Earpiece: Letsyouhearthecallersvoice.  
10. VolumeKey: Presstoadjustthevolumeduringacall, orturnoffthe  
ringerwhileringing. Presstoadjusttheringervolumeinstandby  
mode.  
11. SideCameraKey: PresstoaccessCameraPreview.  
12. HeadsetJack: Inserttheplugoftheheadset(mustbepurchased  
separately)forhands-freelistening.  
13. CameraLens: Thisbuilt-incameralensletsyoutakepictures.  
14. CameraFlash: Providesflashfunctionalitywhenthedeviceissetto  
flashoptioninCameramode.  
15. ExternalDisplay: Letsyoumonitorthephone’sstatusandseewho’s  
callingwithoutopeningthephone.  
16. StatusLED: Displaysyourphone’sconnectionstatusataglance.  
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Viewing the Display Screen  
Thislistidentifiesthesymbolsyou’llseeonyourdisplayscreen:  
Shows 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 you are “Roaming”off the enhanced  
Sprint Nationwide PCS Network. (If you are roaming on an  
analog system, your phone displays the icon and an  
“Analog Roam”text alert. If you are roaming on a digital  
system, your phone displays the  
text alert.)  
icon and a “Digital Roam”  
Indicates you have new text messages.  
Indicates you have voicemail messages.  
Press  
or press and hold  
to call your  
voicemail.  
Indicates you have new text + voice messages.  
Indicates you have urgent messages.  
Battery charging level – the more blocks, the stronger the  
charge.  
Indicates that the phone is in Auto Answer mode.  
Indicates that the phone's microphone is muted (the caller  
cannot hear you or any sound from your side, though you can  
still hear his or her voice).  
Indicates the Location Service of your phone is enabled.  
Indicates the Location Service of your phone is disabled.  
Indicates Sprint PCS Vision access is active.  
Indicates your phone is receiving data.  
Indicates your phone is transmitting data.  
Indicates Sprint PCS Vision access is dormant.  
Indicates Sprint PCS Vision access is unavailable.  
Appears when either an event or an alarm is set.  
Appears when “High&Vibrate”is selected as the ring mode.  
Appears when a “Ringer”is selected as the ring mode.  
Appears when “Vibrate On”is selected as the ring mode.  
Appears when “Ringer Off”is selected as the ring mode.  
Appears when “Silent All”is selected as the ring mode.  
Indicates your phone is in TTY mode.  
Indicates TTY mode is off.  
Indicates an emergency call is in progress.  
Indicates that a headset is connected.  
Indicates your phone is locked.  
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Indicates that your phone’s ringing tones or warning tones  
have been silenced.  
Indicates speakerphone mode is active.  
Indicates secure level 1 mode.  
Indicates secure level 2 mode.  
Tip:  
Display indicators let you know when you’re off the enhanced Sprint  
Nationwide PCS Network and whether you’re operating in digital or  
analog mode.  
Features of Your Sprint PCS Vision  
Picture Phone  
Congratulations on the purchase of your Sprint PCS Vision Picture  
Phone. The PM-8912 by Audiovox is lightweight, easy-to-use, and  
reliable. It also offers many significant features and service options:  
Dual-band capability provides access to other Digital and Analog  
Networks where Sprint has implemented roaming agreements  
(page 60).  
Built-in camera allows you to take a picture. You can also send  
pictures to your friends and family, use a photo sharing site for  
storage, upload pictures to a personal Website, or send images to  
a site for printing (pages 94).  
SM  
Sprint PCS Vision provides access to the wireless Internet in  
digital mode (page 117).  
SM  
Sprint PCS Voice Command lets you dial phone numbers by  
speaking someone’s name or the digits in their phone number  
(page 143).  
Downloading Premium Services Content allows you to turn  
down time into fun time and to personalize your phone  
(page 127).  
The built-in organizer lets you schedule alerts to remind you of  
important events (page 79).  
The internal phone book allows you to store up to 300 phone  
numbers (page 74).  
You can dial Speed Dial entries using one key press for locations  
2-9 or two key presses for locations 10-20 (page 75).  
Your Sprint PCS Phone is equipped with a Location feature which  
will allow the network to detect your position, making some  
Sprint PCS Applications easier to use (page 39).  
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Turning Your Phone On and Off  
Turning YourPhoneOn  
To turn your phone on, press and hold  
for approximately  
two seconds.  
Once your phone is on, you may see “System Searching,” 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).  
Tip:  
The Power Save feature helps to conserve your battery power when you  
are in an area where there is no signal.  
Turning YourPhoneOff  
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).  
Using Your Phone’s Battery  
BatteryCapacity  
Your Sprint PCS Phone is equipped with a Lithium Ion (Li-Ion)  
battery. It allows you to recharge your battery before it is fully  
drained. The battery provides up to 215 minutes of continuous  
digital talk time (up to 100 minutes in analog) or up to 180 hours of  
continuous digital standby time (up to 20 hours in analog).  
When the battery uses 95% 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.  
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Note:  
Tip:  
Long backlight settings, searching for service, vibrate mode, and browser  
use affect the battery’s talk and standby times.  
Be sure to watch your phone’s battery level indicator and charge the  
battery before it runs out of power.  
InstallingtheBattery  
To install your phone's Li-Ion battery:  
Insert the battery according to the illustration below: (1) Place  
the battery on the back of the handset and slide into place, then  
(2) push the battery down until it locks into place.  
RemovingtheBattery  
To remove your battery, follow these easy steps:  
1. Make sure the power is off so that you don’t lose any stored  
numbers or messages.  
2. Remove the battery according to the illustration below:  
(1) Push up the release latch, lift up the battery, and battery,  
then (2) remove the battery from the handset.  
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ChargingtheBattery  
Your Sprint PCS Phone comes with a rechargeable battery. You  
should charge the battery as soon as possible so you can begin using  
your phone.  
Keeping track of your battery’s charge is important. 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 charger, or  
vehicle power adapter to charge your battery.  
Warning! Using the wrong battery charger could cause damage to your phone  
and void the warranty.  
Usingthe ACCharger  
To use the AC Charger provided with your phone:  
Plug the round end of the AC adapter into the charger jack on  
the bottom of the phone and the other end into an electrical  
outlet.  
A red indicator light on the status LED lets you know the  
battery is charging.  
A green indicator light lets you know that the battery is at  
least 90 percent charged.  
It takes approximately 140 minutes to fully recharge a completely  
drained battery. With the Sprint-approved Li-Ion battery,  
you can recharge the battery before it completely drains.  
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Displaying Your Phone Number  
Just in case you forget your phone number, your Sprint PCS Phone  
can remind you.  
Todisplayyourphonenumber:  
Press  
(Menu), select PhoneBook (  
), then press MyPhone  
# (  
).  
Note:  
To access the phone’s main menu, press  
(Menu) from standby  
mode. Menu items may be selected by highlighting them with the  
Navigation Key then pressing  
, or you can press the number  
corresponding to the menu item on your keypad.  
Making and Answering Calls  
Making Calls  
Your Sprint PCS Phone offers many different ways to make calls,  
SM  
including Sprint PCS Voice Command (page 143), Speed Dialing  
(page 75), and using Call History (page 67).  
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  
.
4. When you’re finished, press  
.
Tip:  
To redial through your call history, press  
to outgoing call, incoming call, missed call history by pressing the  
Navigation Key right or left.)  
twice. (You may also navigate  
Tip:  
When making calls off the enhanced Sprint Nationwide PCS Network,  
always dial using 11 digits (1 + area code + phone number).  
Note:  
To place a roaming call with Call Guard activated, please see "Call Guard"  
on page 61.  
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Answering Calls  
1. Make sure your phone is on. (If your phone is off, incoming calls  
automatically go to voicemail.)  
2. When a call comes in, answer the call by pressing  
or by  
opening the phone. (To set additional call answer options,  
please see “Call Answer”on page 42.)  
Depending on your settings, your Sprint PCS Phone notifies you of  
incoming calls in the following ways:  
The phone rings or vibrates.  
The LED flashes.  
The backlight illuminates.  
The screen displays an incoming call message.  
If available, the phone number of the caller is displayed.  
If the phone number is in your internal Phone Book, the Phone  
Book entry’s name is displayed.  
Note:  
To answer a roaming call with Call Guard activated, please see "Call Guard"  
on page 61.  
Note:  
If your phone is off, incoming calls automatically go to voicemail.  
EndingaCall  
To disconnect a call when you are finished:  
Press  
twice or close the phone.  
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Missed Call Notification  
When an incoming call is not answered, the Missed Call log is  
displayed on your screen.  
To display the Missed Call entry:  
Press Menu (  
)
or press  
in standby mode to see a  
list of the 20 most recently missed calls. (To view missed call  
details, press the Navigation Key right or left until the Missed  
call log appears. Select an entry with the Navigation Key then  
press  
press  
to display call details. To dial the phone number,  
.)  
Changing the Ringer Volume  
To change the ringer volume, adjust the volume keys on the side of  
your phone.  
Note:  
To adjust earpiece volume during a call, press the Navigation Key up or  
down.  
Speaker Mode  
Activates the speakerphone when you are on a call. The phone  
returns to normal (speakerphone off) after ending or call or when the  
phone is turned off and back on.  
To activate speakerphone during a call, press Menu (  
)
,
or press  
(Spkr).  
Voice Dial  
Voice Dial allows you to call a person by simply saying their name.  
Toaccess VoiceDial:  
Press  
to Voice Recognition mode.  
Key Guard  
Key Guard allows you to lock the keypad to prevent accidental  
dialing. When your phone is locked, you can only receive incoming  
calls or make calls to 911, Sprint Customer Service, or special  
numbers.  
1. To lock the keypad, press and hold  
or press  
then select On. (“Key Guard mode is now on” displays.)  
2. To unlock the the keypad, press  
.
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Muting a Call  
Mutes the microphone while you are on a call so the other party  
cannot hear you if you speak.  
To select Mute during a call, press Menu (  
)
. (When the  
phone is muted, appears on the display.)  
To unmute a call, press Menu (  
)
.
Silent  
Prevents key tones from being heard by the other party if a key is  
pressed during a call.  
To select Silent during a call, press Menu (  
)
.
To deactivate SilentQuit during a call, press Menu (  
)
.
Send My Phone Number  
Automatically transmits your phone number to a pager during a call  
without manually entering the number.  
To select SendMyPhone# during a call, press  
.
Calling Emergency Numbers  
You can place calls to 911 (dial  
then press  
) even if  
your phone is locked or your account is restricted.  
Dialing Options  
Dialing options are displayed when you enter numbers in the  
phone’s standby mode.  
To initiate an action, press Options (  
) then choose from one of  
the following options:  
Save to store the phone number in your phone book.  
Dial to dial the number.  
Call (Speaker) to place a call in speakerphone mode.  
SendPicture to send a Sprint PCS Picture Mail message to the  
phone number.  
SendText to send a text message to the phone number.  
HardPause to insert a hard pause. (See “Dialing and Saving Phone  
Numbers With Pauses”on page 21.)  
TimedPause to insert a timed pause. (See “Dialing and Saving  
Phone Numbers With Pauses”on page 21.)  
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In-Call Options  
During a call, an options menu is displayed when you press  
Menu (  
) (labeled CallMenu during a call).  
The following options are available through the menu during a call.  
To select an option, press the corresponding keypad number or  
highlight the option then press  
.
Menu (  
) to access the phone’s main menu.  
Mute(Unmute) to mute or unmute the microphone. When muted,  
the caller cannot hear you or any sound from your side, though  
you can still hear his or her voice.  
SpeakerphoneOn(Off)to activate (or deactivate) the speakerphone  
during a call (you can also press  
).  
Silent(SilentQuit) to prevent the other party from hearing tones if  
any key is pressed during a call.  
3-WayCall to talk to two different people at the same time.  
SendMyPhone # to enable your phone number to be  
automatically transmitted to a pager.  
PhoneInfo. to display your handset information.  
PhoneBookto display the first level of the phonebook menu.  
CallHistoryto display the outgoing calls, incoming calls, and  
missed calls list.  
Messaging to display the first level of the messaging menu.  
Schedule to access the Schedule menu.  
End-of-Call Options  
After receiving a call from or making a call to a phone number that is  
not in your internal Phone Book, the phone number and the duration  
of the call are displayed. Pressing  
displays the Save option. Select  
this option if you wish to add the new number to your internal Phone  
Book. (See “Saving a Phone Number”on page 20.)  
After receiving a call from or making a call to a phone number that is  
already in your internal Phone Book, the Phone Book entry name,  
phone number and the duration of the call are displayed.  
Note:  
The End-of-Call options are not displayed for calls identified as No ID or  
Restricted.  
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Saving a Phone Number  
Your Sprint PCS Phone can store up to 300 phone numbers. Phone  
book entries can contain up to five phone numbers, and each entry's  
name can contain up to 32 characters. Your phone automatically  
alphabetizes Phone Book entries. (For more information, please see  
Section 2G: Using the Internal Phone Book.)  
To save a number from standby mode:  
1. Enter a phone number.  
2. Press  
(Options) then select Saveor press  
.
3. Choose AddNewEntry or ExistingEntry then press  
(OK). (The  
phone number will appear above a list of icons, with the name  
of the icon displayed below the list.)  
4. Use the Navigation Key to choose the type of number you’re  
adding, as indicated by the icon, then press  
(OK),  
Navigation Key or Numeric Key.  
5. Enter a name then press  
. (To change the input mode,  
press  
[Abc]. See “Selecting a Character Input Mode” on  
page 23.)  
6. Use the Navigation Key to scroll through more options for the  
entry (Mobile #, Home #, Office #, Pager #, Fax #, Email, Group,  
Ringer, Graphic, Memo, Set Secret).  
7. To store the entry, press  
(Save). (“Phone Book entry saved!”  
will be displayed.)  
Finding a Phone Number  
You can search internal Phone Book entries by name.  
To find a phone number:  
1. Press  
(Menu),  
(PhoneBook),  
(Find). Or, press  
.
2. Enter a name or a character string to display the names in  
alphabetical order. (Highlight your desired entry.)  
3. To view entry details, press  
press  
, or to dial the number,  
.
4. To display an alternate phone number for the entry, press the  
Navigation Key right or left, highlight it then press  
.
(To dial the number, highlight it then press  
.)  
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Note:  
When calling a contact that has more than one number, use the  
Navigation Key to display the number you wish to call then press  
The number you choose becomes the default number for that contact  
entry.  
.
Dialing and Saving Phone Numbers With Pauses  
You can dial or save phone numbers with pauses for use with  
automated systems, such as voicemail or credit card billing numbers.  
If you select a hard pause, the next set of numbers are sent when you  
press  
or  
. If you select a Timed Pause, your phone  
automatically sends the next set of numbers after two seconds.  
Note:  
You can have multiple pauses in a phone number and combine timed and  
hard pauses.  
To dial or save phone numbers with pauses:  
1. Enter the phone number then press  
(Options).  
2. Select either Hard Pause or Timed Pause then press  
.
(Hard Pauses are displayed as a “P”and Timed pauses as a “T”.)  
3. Enter additional numbers.  
4. To dial the number, press  
. To save the number in the Phone  
Book, press (Options) then select Save.  
When you make a call to a phone number that includes a hard pause.  
Press . To send the number after the pause, press or  
,
(Menu) then select Send Tone.  
Dialing From the Internal Phone Book  
To dial directly from an internal Phone Book entry:  
1. Press  
(Menu),  
(PhoneBook),  
(Find). Or, press  
.
Shortcut: Press  
(Contacts) to list entries.  
2. Highlight the entry you want to call then press  
3. To dial another number from the entry, press the Navigation  
Key right or left, highlight it then press  
.
.
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Using One-Touch/Two-Touch Speed Dialing  
With this feature, you can dial Speed Dial entries using one key press  
for locations 2-9 or two key presses for locations 10-20.  
To use One-TouchDialing for Speed Dial locations 2-9:  
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-TouchDialing for Speed Dial locations 10-20:  
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...”.)  
Note:  
Speed dialing is not available when you are roaming with Call Guard  
enabled.  
Tip:  
is used for One-Touch voicemail dial feature.  
To learn how to set a speed dial location, please see “Speed Dial  
Numbers”on page 75.  
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EnteringText  
Selecting a Character Input Mode  
Your Sprint PCS Vision Phone provides convenient ways to enter  
words, letters, punctuation, and numbers whenever you are  
prompted to enter text (for example, when adding an internal Phone  
Book entry).  
To change the character input mode (for a phone book entry):  
1. When you display a screen where you can enter text,  
press  
(abc).  
2. Select a character input mode:  
Abc to enter characters by tapping the keypad  
(see page 24).  
T9Word to enter characters using T9 Text Input  
(see page 24).  
NUM to enter numbers (see page 25).  
Symbols to enter symbols (see page 25).  
To change the character input mode (when writing a message):  
1. When you display a screen where you can enter text,  
press  
(Options).  
2. Select a character input mode:  
Abc to enter characters by tapping the keypad  
(see page 24).  
T9Word to enter characters using T9 Text Input  
(see page 24).  
NUM to enter numbers (see page 25).  
Symbols to enter symbols (see page 25).  
Emoticon to enter emoticons (see page 25).  
Pre-SetMSG to enter saved a part of the message.  
RecentMSG to enter recent message.  
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Entering Characters Using T9 Text Input  
T9 Text Input lets you enter text in your Sprint PCS Vision Phone by  
pressing keys just once per letter. (To select the T9Word mode when  
entering text, see “Selecting a Character Input Mode”on page 23.)  
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 and  
hold to delete an entire entry.  
Adding a Word to theT9 Database  
If a word you want to enter does not display as an option when you  
are using T9 Text Input, you can add it to the database.  
To add a word to theT9Text Input database:  
1. Select the Abc character input mode. (See “Selecting a  
Character Input Mode”on page 23.)  
2. Enter the word using multi-tap text entry. (See “Entering  
Characters by Tapping the Keypad”on page 24.) The word will  
appear as an option the next time you scroll through options  
during T9 Text Input.  
For more information about T9 Text Input, visit the Tegic Website at  
Entering Characters by Tapping the Keypad  
To enter characters by tapping the keypad, select the Abc mode  
(see “Selecting a Character Input Mode”on page 23.) Press the  
corresponding key until the desired character appears. By default,  
the first letter of a word is capitalized and following letters are  
lowercase.  
Characters scroll in the following order:  
. , @ 1 ? ! * # /  
A B C 2  
D E F 3  
G H I 4  
J K L 5  
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M N O 6  
P Q R S 7  
T U V 8  
W X Y Z 9  
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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.  
Press  
to switch between text entry options: [ABC], [Abc], [abc],  
[T9WORD], [T9Word], [T9word].  
Entering Numbers,Symbols and Emoticon  
To enter numbers, select the NUM mode then press the  
appropriate key. (See “Selecting a Character Input Mode”on  
page 23.)  
To enter symbols, select the Symbols mode. (See “Selecting a  
Character Input Mode”on page 23.) To enter a symbol, press  
the appropriate key indicated on the display.  
To enter emoticons, select the Emoticon mode. (See “Selecting a  
Character Input Mode”on page 23.) To enter a emoticon, press  
the appropriate key indicated on the display.  
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Section 2B  
ControllingYour Phone’s Settings  
In This Section  
Sound Settings  
Display Settings  
Games/Tools  
Location Settings  
Messaging  
Airplane Mode  
Other Settings  
Phone Information  
UsingthemenuoptionsavailableonyourSprintPCSVisionPhone, you  
cancustomizeyourphoneto 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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Sound Settings  
Volume  
Controls the Ringer, Voice Call, Key Beep, Messaging, Speaker,  
Power On, and Power Off volume.  
Reminder: To access the phone’s main menu, press  
mode. Menu items may be selected by highlighting them with the  
Navigation Key then pressing , or you can press the number  
corresponding to the menu item on your keypad.  
(Menu) from standby  
Ringer  
To adjust the ringer volume:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Sounds (  
4. Select Volume (  
5. Select Ringer (  
).  
).  
).  
).  
6. Adjust the ringer volume with the Navigation Key or use the  
volume keys on the left side of the phone.  
SilenceAll,RingerOff,VibrateOn,Level1-Level5,  
High&Vibrate.  
7. To save, press  
VoiceCall  
.
To adjust the earpiece volume:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Sounds (  
4. Select Volume (  
5. Select VoiceCall (  
).  
).  
).  
).  
6. Adjust the earpiece volume with the Navigation Key.  
Level1-Level5.  
7. To save, press  
.
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KeyBeep  
To adjust the keypad tone:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Sounds (  
4. Select Volume (  
5. Select KeyBeep (  
).  
).  
).  
).  
6. Adjust the keypad tone with the Navigation Key.  
Off,Level1-Level5.  
7. To save, press  
.
Messaging  
To adjust the message alert volume:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Sounds (  
4. Select Volume (  
5. Select Messaging (  
).  
).  
).  
).  
6. Adjust the message alert volume with the Navigation Key.  
RingerOff,VibrateOn,1-Beep, Level1-Level5.  
7. To save, press  
Speaker  
.
To adjust the speaker volume:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Sounds (  
4. Select Volume (  
5. Select Speaker (  
).  
).  
).  
).  
6. Adjust the speaker volume with the Navigation Key.  
Level1-Level5.  
7. To save, press  
.
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PowerOn  
To adjust the power on volume:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Sounds (  
4. Select Volume (  
5. Select PowerOn (  
).  
).  
).  
).  
6. Adjust the speaker volume with the Navigation Key.  
Off, Level1-Level5.  
7. To save, press  
PowerOff  
.
To adjust the power off volume:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Sounds (  
4. Select Volume (  
5. Select PowerOff (  
).  
).  
).  
).  
6. Adjust the speaker volume with the Navigation Key.  
Off, Level1-Level5.  
7. To save, press  
.
Tip:  
Silence All: To mute all tones on your phone.  
Ringer Off: To set the tones to off.  
Vibrate On: To switch the ringer to the vibrating alert.  
Level 1 - Level 5: To set the volume level (1 to 5).  
High & Vibrate: To set the maximum ringer volume with the vibrating alert.  
1-Beep: To set a reminder that beeps.  
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Ringers  
Ringer types help you identify incoming calls and messages. You can  
assign ringer types to individual phone book entries, types of calls,  
and types of messages.  
PreprogrammedRingers include a variety of standard ringer types  
and familiar music.  
DownloadedRingers can be downloaded right to your phone. (See  
“Downloading Premium Services Content”on page 127 and  
“Accessing Ringers”on page 132.)  
SelectingRinger Typesfor VoiceCall  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Sounds (  
4. Select Ringers (  
5. Select VoiceCall (  
).  
).  
).  
).  
6. Select With Caller ID or No Caller ID then press  
(OK) .  
7. Select your desired ringer type then press  
to save it.  
RingTones: Select traditional ring tones.  
MusicBells: Select melodies.  
Downloads: Select downloaded ring tones.  
SelectingRinger TypesforMessaging  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Sounds (  
4. Select Ringers (  
5. Select Messaging (  
).  
).  
).  
).  
6. Select your desired ringer type then press  
to save it.  
Tones: Select an alert to notify you of new messages.  
MusicBells: Select melodies.  
Downloads: Select downloaded ring tones.  
SelectingRinger Typesfor Voicemail  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
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3. Select Sounds (  
4. Select Ringers (  
5. Select Voicemail (  
).  
).  
).  
6. Select your desired ringer type then press  
to save it.  
Tones: Select an alert to notify you of new voicemail.  
MusicBells: Select melodies.  
Downloads: Select downloaded ring tones.  
Alerts  
Allows you to set an alert that sounds when any handset changes  
occur.  
Service  
Sounds an alert when leaving a Sprint PCS Service area then entering  
a roaming service area.  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Sounds (  
4. Select Alerts (  
5. Select Service (  
).  
).  
).  
).  
6. Select On or Off with the Navigation Key.  
7. To save, press (OK).  
Minute  
Sounds an alert every minute of a phone call.  
1. To access the main menu, press (Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Sounds (  
4. Select Alerts (  
5. Select Minute (  
).  
).  
).  
).  
6. Select On or Off with the Navigation Key.  
7. To save, press (OK).  
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Connect  
Notifies you that a call has been successfully placed.  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Sounds (  
4. Select Alerts (  
5. Select Connect (  
).  
).  
).  
).  
6. Select On or Off with the Navigation Key.  
7. To save, press (OK).  
Fade  
Sounds an alert when you are entering an area where calls cannot be  
made due to weak signal strength. The alert sounds in standby mode.  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Sounds (  
4. Select Alerts (  
5. Select Fade (  
).  
).  
).  
).  
6. Select On or Off with the Navigation Key.  
7. To save, press  
(OK).  
LowSignal  
Sounds an alert when you encounter low signal strength during  
a call.  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Sounds (  
4. Select Alerts (  
).  
).  
).  
5. Select LowSignal (  
6. Select On or Off with the Navigation Key.  
7. To save, press (OK).  
).  
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Roam Ringer  
Sounds a different ringer when you are in a roaming service area.  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
).  
3. Select Sounds (  
4. Select RoamRinger (  
).  
5. Select Normal or Distinctive with the Navigation Key.  
Normal: Sounds the same ringer type as used in Home area.  
Distinctive: Sounds a different ringer type.  
6. To save, press  
(OK).  
Tone Length  
To adjust the tone length:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Sounds (  
4. Select ToneLength (  
).  
).  
).  
5. Select Normal or Long with the Navigation Key.  
6. To save, press (OK).  
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Display Settings  
Menu Style  
To select a display menu style:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Display (  
4. Select MenuStyle (  
).  
).  
).  
5. Select Fold, Grid, or List with the Navigation Key.  
6. To save, press (OK).  
Graphics  
YournewSprintPCSPhoneoffersoptionsforwhatyouseeonthe  
displayscreenwhilepoweringonoroffandwheninstandbymode.  
ScreenSaver  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Display (  
4. Select Graphics (  
).  
).  
).  
5. Select ScreenSaver (  
).  
6. Select a display from the Graphic list with the Navigation Key.  
Defaults: Standard LCD display image.  
Downloads: Downloaded LCD display image.  
InCamera: Pictures stored in the In Camera folder.  
SavetoPhone: Pictures stored in the Saved to Phone folder.  
7. To save your new setting, press  
PowerOn  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(OK).  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Display (  
4. Select Graphics (  
5. Select PowerOn (  
).  
).  
).  
).  
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6. Select a display from the Graphic list with the Navigation Key.  
Defaults:Standard LCD display image.  
Downloads:Downloaded LCD display image.  
SavetoPhone:Pictures stored in the Saved to Phone folder.  
7. To save your new setting, press  
PowerOff  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(OK).  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Display (  
4. Select Graphics (  
5. Select PowerOff (  
).  
).  
).  
).  
6. Select a display from the Graphic list with the Navigation Key.  
Defaults:Standard LCD display image.  
Downloads:Downloaded LCD display image.  
SavetoPhone:Pictures stored in the Saved to Phone folder.  
7. To save your new setting, press  
(OK).  
IncomingCall  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Display (  
4. Select Graphics (  
).  
).  
).  
5. Select IncomingCall (  
).  
6. Select a display from the Graphic list with the Navigation Key.  
Defaults:Standard LCD display image.  
Downloads:Downloaded LCD display image.  
SavetoPhone:Pictures stored in the Saved to Phone folder.  
7. To save your new setting, press  
(OK).  
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Sub LCD  
This feature enables you to select a time mode for the Sub LCD  
(external display) to display in standby mode.  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Display (  
4. Select SubLCD (  
).  
).  
).  
5. Select Digital Clock or Analog Clock with the Navigation Key.  
6. To save, press (OK).  
Greeting  
Your customized text greeting can be up to 16 characters long and  
appears on your phone's display screen during standby mode, or  
you may choose to display the greeting clock instead.  
To display or change your custom greeting:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Display (  
4. Select Greeting (  
).  
).  
),  
5. Select Setting, Font, Bg (Background), or Message with the  
Navigation Key.  
Setting:Off or On  
Font:White, Blue, Darkblue, Magenta, Gray, Black.  
Bg(Background):Transparent, White, Blue, Yellow, Gray,  
Black.  
Message:Entermessage. (Default-SprintPCS)  
6. Enter your custom greeting using the Abc mode.  
(See “Entering Text”on page 23.)  
7. To save your greeting, press  
(Save).  
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Backlight  
The backlight setting lets you select how long the display screen and  
keypad are backlit after any key press is made.  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Display (  
4. Select Backlight (  
).  
).  
).  
5. Select LCD or Keypad with the Navigation Key.  
LCD:8Secs, 15Secs, 30Secs, FlipOpen.  
Keypad:8Secs, 15Secs, 30Secs, FlipOpen, AlwaysOff.  
6. To save your backlight setting, press  
(OK).  
Contrast  
To adjust the display’s contrast:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Display (  
4. Select Contrast (  
).  
).  
).  
5. Select MainLCD or SubLCD with the Navigation Key.  
MainLCD:Level1-Level5.  
SubLCD:Level1-Level5.  
6. To save your new setting, press  
(OK).  
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Games/Tools  
Backlight  
You can select how long the display screen and keypad remain  
backlit after any key press is made while playing a game.  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
3. Select Games/Tools (  
4. Select Backlight (  
).  
).  
5. Select one of the following options:  
8Secs, 15Secs, 30Secs, FlipOpen.  
6. To save, press  
(OK).  
Volume  
Controls the volume during a game.  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
3. Select Games/Tools (  
).  
4. Select Volume (  
).  
5. Select one of the following options:  
Off, Level1-Level5.  
6. To save, press  
.
MessageAlert  
Sounds an alert for an incoming message while you are playing  
a game.  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
3. Select Games/Tools (  
4. Select MsgAlert (  
).  
).  
5. Select On or Off with the Navigation Key.  
6. To save, press (OK).  
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Location Settings  
Your Sprint PCS Vision 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.  
Note:  
Even if the Location feature is enabled, no service may use your location  
without your expressed permission.  
To enable your phone’s Location feature:  
1. To access the main menu, press (Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
).  
3. Select Location (  
4. Read the message then press  
.
5. Select On or Off with the Navigation Key.  
Off:Your location will be hidden from the network and all  
applications except 911.  
On:Your location is now available to the network.  
6. To save your setting, press  
When the Location feature is on, you phone’s standby screen will  
display the icon. When the Location feature is off, the icon  
(OK).  
will be displayed.  
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Messaging  
Notification  
You can see a pop-up message notification when you receive a text  
message or voicemail.  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
3. Select Messaging (  
4. Select Notification (  
).  
).  
5. Select Message and Icon or Icon Only with the Navigation Key.  
6. To save your new setting, press  
(OK).  
Callback Number  
Allows you to select a default call back number when sending a voice  
or text message so that the recipient can call back or reply.  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
3. Select Messaging (  
).  
4. Select CallbackNumber (  
).  
5. Select None, My Phone Number, or Other with the Navigation Key.  
6. To save your new setting, press  
(OK).  
Pre-Set Messages  
Your phone can store pre-set (canned) messages for use with text  
messaging and Sprint PCS Picture Mail. You can edit your phone’s  
default canned messages through the Settings menu.  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
3. Select Messaging (  
).  
4. Select Pre-SetMessages (  
).  
5. Select a message from the list then press  
(Options).  
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6. To add a new Quick Text message, select ADD NEW and use your  
keypad to enter a new message.  
-or-  
To edit the selected Quick Text message, select EDIT and use  
your keypad to edit the message.  
7. To save your new setting, press  
.
8. To erase the saved Quick Text message, press  
(Erase).  
Signature  
Create a signature that can be automatically inserted at the end of a  
message.  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Messaging (  
4. Select Signature (  
).  
).  
).  
5. To input your Signature, put the cursor on Edit Signature then  
enter the Signature Edit window by using the right or left  
Navigation Keys.  
6. To activate the Signature function, put the cursor on Insert  
Signature then select On by using the right or left Navigation  
Keys. To deactivate the Signature function, select Off.  
7. To save your new setting, press  
.
Reminder  
Send yourself a message to remember important notes or events.  
1. To access the main menu, press (Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Messaging (  
4. Select Reminder (  
).  
).  
).  
5. Select On or Off with the Navigation Key.  
6. To save, press (OK).  
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Airplane Mode  
When your phone is in Airplane Mode, it cannot send or receive any  
calls or access online information. You may still use the phone’s other  
features, such as Games, etc., while you are in Airplane Mode.  
To set your phone to Airplane Mode:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
2. Select Settings ( ).  
3. Select AirplaneMode (  
4. Read the message then press  
(Menu).  
).  
.
5. Select On or Off with the Navigation Key.  
6. To save your Airplane Mode setting, press  
(OK).  
Note:  
While in Airplane Mode, your phone’s standby screen will display “Phone  
Off” and the Airplane mode screen appears.  
Note:  
If you try to place a call while in Airplane Mode, the following message will  
appear: "Dialing a call will turn the Phone On (Airplane Mode Off). Do you  
wish to continue?". Press  
(Call) to turn Airplane Mode off and place  
the call; press (No) to cancel.  
Other Settings  
CallAnswer  
To set the actions required to answer an incoming call:  
1. To access the main menu, press (Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
3. Select Others (  
).  
4. Select CallAnswer (  
).  
5. Select Flip Open or Talk Key with the Navigation Key.  
FlipOpen:To set your phone to answer calls by opening  
the flip.  
TalkKey:To require you to press  
to answer a call.  
6. To save your new settings, press  
(OK).  
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AutoAnswer  
To program your phone to answer calls automatically when your  
phone is connected to an optional hands-free car kit:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
3. Select Others (  
).  
4. Select AutoAnswer (  
).  
5. Select Hands Free Kit or Headset with the Navigation Key.  
6. Select one of the following options:  
Off, 5Secs, 10Secs, 18Secs  
7. To save your setting, press  
(OK).  
Auto Redial  
Automatically redial a number up to 5 times after a set time interval.  
This feature is available where the signal is weak or where other  
factors prevent a call from being completed.  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Others (  
).  
).  
4. Select AutoRedial (  
).  
5. Select a Redial Time option (Off, 3 Secs, 5 Secs, 7 Secs, 10 Secs).  
(The Repeat Category will appear when a time frame is chosen.)  
6. Under Repeat, select a time interval option (1 Time, 3 Times,  
5 Times).  
7. To save your setting, press  
(OK).  
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Language  
To assign a language for the phone’s display:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Others (  
4. Select Language (  
).  
).  
).  
5. Select English or Español with the Navigation Key.  
6. To save your setting, press  
(OK).  
TTY Mode  
A TTY (also known as a 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 using a 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 turnTTY Mode on or off:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Others (  
4. Select TTYMode (  
).  
).  
).  
5. Read the message then press  
.
6. Select one of the following options:  
EnableTTY or DisableTTY  
7. To save your TTY setting, press  
(OK).  
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Note:  
Note:  
In TTY Mode, your phone will display  
device to the Headset Jack of your Sprint PCS Phone.  
, when you connect the TTY  
If TTY mode is enabled, the audio quality of non-TTY devices connected to  
the headset jack may be impaired.  
Important  
Reminder: 911 Emergency Calling Sprint recommends that TTY users make  
Notice:  
emergency calls by other means including Telecommunications Relay  
Services (TRS), analog cellular, and landline communications.  
Wireless TTY calls to 911 may be corrupted when received by public  
safety answering points (PSAPs) rendering some communications  
unintelligible. The problem encountered appears related to TTY  
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.  
Voice Setting  
You can program your phone to automatically enter Voice  
Recognition (VR) mode any time you open the flip, press  
,
or say “wake up”when you have a hands-free car kit attached to the  
phone.  
To program your phone's voice setting feature:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
3. Select Others (  
).  
4. Select VoiceSetting (  
).  
5. Select Set Active or HFK Mode (Hands-Free Kit) with the  
Navigation Key.  
Set Active: Talk Key, Active Flip, Off  
HFK Mode: On, Off  
6. To save your new setting, press  
(OK).  
Dialing  
AbbreviatedDialing  
Abbreviated Dialing is another form of speed dialing. It allows you to  
dial a number in your internal Phone Book using just the last four  
digits of the number. If the last four digits you enter do not match any  
stored phone book entry, the digits are automatically prepended  
with the six digits specified using the following steps.  
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To activate abbreviated dialing:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Others (  
4. Select Dialing (  
).  
).  
).  
5. Select Abbrev. Dial (  
).  
6. Select Enter Digits or On / Off with the Navigation Key.  
EnterDigits:Enter the six-digit number (area code and  
prefix) you want to use for abbreviated dialing.  
On/Off:Select On or Off with the Navigation Key.  
7. To save your new setting, press  
(OK).  
PBookMatch  
PBook Match allows you to enter 3 or 6 digits of a phone number  
then press to display a list of matching entries from your Phone  
Book. You can then highlight an entry from the list then press  
call the number.  
to  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Others (  
4. Select Dialing (  
).  
).  
).  
5. Select PBookMatch (  
6. Select On or Off with the Navigation Key.  
7. To save your setting, press (OK).  
Speed Dial  
).  
To activate or deactivate One-Touch orTwo-Touch Speed Dialing:  
1. To access the main menu, press (Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Others (  
4. Select Dialing (  
5. Select SpeedDial (  
).  
).  
).  
).  
6. Select On or Off with the Navigation Key.  
7. To save your speed dial setting, press  
(OK).  
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Key Guard  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings ( ).  
3. Select Others (  
).  
4. Select KeyGuard (  
).  
5. Select On or Off with the Navigation Key.  
6. Press (OK) to save your setting. (“Key Guard Mode is now  
on”displays.)  
7. To unlock your keypad, press  
.
Shortcut: To lock your phone and prevent unauthorized use, press and hold  
.
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Phone Information  
Displays the following information about your phone:  
Phone Number, Software Version, PRL, Hardware Version, User ID,  
Decimal ESN, Hex ESN, MSID, Browser Version, Browser Name, MCL  
Version, and the Icon list.  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
3. Select PhoneInfo (  
) to display the following:  
PhoneNumber, UserID, SoftwareVersion, PRL, Hardware  
Version, DecimalESN, HexESN, MSID, Browser Version,  
BrowserName, MCLVersion, andtheIconList  
4. To return to the previous page, press  
(OK) or  
.
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Section 2C  
SettingYour Phone’s Security  
In This Section  
Setting Your Phone’s Security  
ByusingthesecuritysettingsonyourSprintPCSVisionPhone, you  
receivepeaceofmindwithoutsacrificingflexibility. 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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Setting Your Phone’s Security  
Lock Phone  
When your phone is locked, you can only receive incoming calls or  
make calls to 911, Sprint Customer Service, or special numbers.  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
) then enter your lock code.  
3. Select Security (  
Note:  
The default lock code is the last 4 digits of your phone number.  
4. Select LockPhone (  
).  
5. Select Lock Now, Lock on Power Up, or Unlock with the  
Navigation Key.  
Lock Now:Lock the phone now.  
Lock on Power Up:Lock the phone whenever it is  
turned on.  
Unlock:Do not lock the phone.  
6. To save your settings, press  
(OK).  
Change Lock  
To change your lock code:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
) then enter your lock code.  
3. Select Security (  
Note:  
The default lock code is the last 4 digits of your phone number.  
4. Select ChangeLock (  
).  
5. Enter a new Lock Code then press  
.
6. Enter the new Lock Code again then press  
.
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Special Numbers  
Stores 3 phone numbers that can be called even in lock mode.  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
) then enter your lock code.  
3. Select Security (  
Note:  
The default lock code is the last 4 digits of your phone number.  
4. Select Special#’s (  
).  
5. Select a location with the Navigation Key then press  
(Set).  
6. Enter a phone number.  
7. To save, press  
(OK).  
Limit Use  
You can set your phone to restrict outgoing calls. When you attempt  
to make a restricted call, “Password?” appears on the screen.  
OutgoingCalls  
Blocks all outgoing calls, except emergency calls, but allows  
incoming calls to be received.  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
) then enter your lock code.  
3. Select Security (  
Note:  
The default lock code is the last 4 digits of your phone number.  
4. Select LimitUse (  
).  
5. Select OutgoingCalls (  
).  
6. Select Allow or Restrict with the Navigation Key.  
Allow:Allowsoutgoingcalls.  
Restrict:Restrictsoutgoingcalls.  
7. To save, press  
(OK).  
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CallHistory  
To enable or disable the Call History display:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
3. Select Security (  
) then enter your lock code.  
Note:  
The default lock code is the last 4 digits of your phone number.  
4. Select LimitUse (  
5. Select CallHistory (  
).  
).  
6. Select Allow or Restrict with the Navigation Key.  
Allow:Allowaccesstocallhistory.  
Restrict:Restrictaccesstocallhistory.  
7. To save, press  
Pictures  
(OK).  
Restricts pictures from being taken.  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
) then enter your lock code.  
3. Select Security (  
Note:  
The default lock code is the last 4 digits of your phone number.  
4. Select LimitUse (  
5. Select Pictures (  
).  
).  
6. Select Allow or Restrict with the Navigation Key.  
Allow:Allowpicturestobetaken.  
Restrict:Restrictpicturesfrombeingtaken.  
7. To save, press  
(OK).  
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900Numbers  
Restricts calling 900 dial service numbers.  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
3. Select Security (  
) then enter your lock code.  
Note:  
The default lock code is the last 4 digits of your phone number.  
4. Select LimitUse (  
5. Select 900#s (  
).  
).  
6. Select Allow or Restrict with the Navigation Key.  
Allow:Allowcallsto900-dialservices.  
Restrict:Restrictcallsto900-dialservices.  
7. To save, press  
(OK).  
LongDistance  
Restricts calling long distance numbers – the phone is limited to  
calling numbers within your area code.  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
) then enter your lock code.  
3. Select Security (  
Note:  
The default lock code is the last 4 digits of your phone number.  
4. Select LimitUse (  
).  
5. Select LongDistance (  
).  
6. Select Allow or Restrict with the Navigation Key.  
Allow:Allowlongdistancecalls.  
Restrict:Restrictlongdistancecalls.  
7. To save, press  
(OK).  
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Erasing Your Phone Book  
To erase all the names and phone numbers in your internal  
Phone Book:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
) then enter your lock code.  
3. Select Security (  
Note:  
The default lock code is the last 4 digits of your phone number.  
4. Select ErasePBook (  
5. Read the message (Erase phone book?) then select Yes (  
No( ).  
).  
) or  
Erasing Your Downloads  
To erase all the downloaded items:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
) then enter your lock code.  
3. Select Security (  
Note:  
The default lock code is the last 4 digits of your phone number.  
4. Select EraseDownloads (  
5. Read the message (Erase Downloads?) then select Yes (  
No( ).  
).  
) or  
Note:  
If you have assigned any downloaded content such as ringers or screen  
savers to any phone tasks, erasing the downloads will return the tasks to  
their default settings.  
Resetting Your Picture Account  
To erase all photo album entries:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
) then enter your lock code.  
3. Select Security (  
Note:  
The default lock code is the last 4 digits of your phone number.  
4. Select ResetPictureAccount (  
5. Read the message (Clear Token?) then select Yes (  
No( ).  
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) or  
54  
Resetting Your Phone  
Resetting the phone restores all the factory defaults, including the  
ringer types and display settings. The internal Phone Book, Call  
History, Scheduler, and Messaging are not affected.  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
) then enter your lock code.  
3. Select Security (  
Note:  
The default lock code is the last 4 digits of your phone number.  
4. Select ResetPhone (  
5. Read the message (It’ll be erase all data on your phone. Reset  
Phone?) then select Yes ( ) or No( ).  
).  
Tip:  
When you select “Yes” you will see “Phone Reset! Your phone will reboot  
now.” on the display, and all of your phone's settings will return to the  
factory defaults.  
Enabling Sprint PCS Vision  
To enable Sprint PCSVision services:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
3. Select PCSVision (  
).  
4. Select EnablePCSVision (  
).  
To disable Sprint PCSVision services:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
3. Select PCSVision (  
).  
4. Select DisablePCSVision (  
).  
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Net Guard  
When you first connect to the Internet, the Net Guard will appear  
to confirm that you want to connect. To avoid Net Guard in the  
future and connect directly to the Internet, you may turn Net  
Guard off through the Settings menu.  
To enable or disable Net Guard:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select PCSVision (  
4. Select NetGuard (  
).  
).  
).  
5. Select Off or On with the Navigation Key.  
6. To save, press (OK).  
Updating Your Vision Profile  
To update the profile the Sprint PCSVision network uses with  
your phone:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
3. Select PCSVision (  
).  
4. Select UpdateVisionProfile (  
).  
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Section 2D  
ControllingYour Roaming Experience  
In This Section  
Understanding Roaming  
Setting Your Phone’s Roam Mode  
Controlling Roaming Charges Using Call Guard  
Roamingistheabilitytomakeorreceivecallswhenyou’reofftheSprint  
NationwidePCSNetwork. Your new dual band/ tri-mode Sprint PCS  
Vision Phone works anywhere on the enhanced Sprint Nationwide  
PCS Network and allows you to roam on other analog and 1900 and  
800 MHz digital networks where we've implemented roaming  
agreements with other carriers.  
This section explains how roaming works as well as special  
features that let you manage your roaming experience.  
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57  
Understanding Roaming  
RecognizingIconsontheDisplayScreen  
Your phone’s display screen always lets you know when you’re off  
the enhanced 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  
Analog  
Indicator  
Sprint Nationwide PCS Network  
Other Digital / Analog Networks  
Tip:  
Remember, when you are using your phone off the Sprint Nationwide  
PCS Network, always dial numbers using 11 digits (1 + area code +  
number).  
Note:  
You will pay a higher per-minute rate for roaming calls.  
RoamingonDigitalNetworks  
When you’re roaming on digital networks, your call quality and  
security will be similar to the quality you receive when making calls  
on the enhanced Sprint Nationwide PCS Network. However, you may  
not be able to access certain features, such as Sprint PCS Vision.  
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Roamingon AnalogNetworks  
When you roam on analog networks, you will experience a similar  
quality provided by other analog carriers today. Although some  
features, such as Sprint PCS Vision and Sprint PCS Voice Command,  
will be unavailable, you can still make and receive calls and access  
voicemail. You will experience a few differences:  
You are more likely to experience static, cross-talk, fade-out, and  
dropped calls.  
Some features which are standard on the enhanced  
Sprint Nationwide PCS Network, such as call waiting,  
Sprint PCS Vision, and direct international dialing, are  
unavailable.  
Though callers can leave voicemail messages while you are  
roaming, you will not receive notification until you return to the  
Sprint Nationwide PCS Network. While roaming, you can  
periodically check your voicemail for new messages by dialing  
1+area code+your Sprint PCS Phone Number. Press  
when  
you hear your greeting then enter your pass code at the prompt.  
There are security and privacy risks (eavesdropping and cloning)  
that exist with conventional analog services today.  
Your battery needs recharging sooner when you use your phone  
for analog roaming.  
Note:  
Note:  
If you’re on a call when you leave the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network then  
enter an area where roaming is available (whether digital or analog), your  
call is dropped. If your call is dropped in an area where you think  
Sprint PCS Service is available, turn your phone off and on again to  
reconnect to the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network.  
When using your phone in analog mode, the handset may feel warm.  
This behavior is normal for analog operation.  
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Setting Your Phone’s Roam Mode  
Your Sprint PCS Vision Phone allows you to control your ability to  
roam. By using the Roaming menu option, you can determine which  
signals your phone accepts.  
SetMode  
Choose from three different settings on your phone to control your  
roaming experience:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Roaming (  
4. Select SetMode (  
).  
).  
).  
5. To select an option, highlight it then press  
(OK) to save.  
SprintPCSOnly: This setting allows you to only access the  
enhanced Sprint Nationwide PCS Network and prevents  
roaming on other networks.  
Automatic: This setting seeks Sprint PCS Service.  
When Sprint PCS Service is unavailable, the phone  
searches for an alternate system.  
Analog: This setting forces the phone to seek an analog  
roaming system. The previous setting (Sprint PCS Only or  
Automatic) is restored the next time the phone is turned on.  
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Controlling Roaming Charges Using Call Guard  
In addition to the roaming icon, Call Guard alerts you when roaming  
charges apply. This feature makes it easy to manage your roaming  
charges by reminding you when you make or receive roaming calls.  
It also requires you to take an additional step before placing or  
answering a roaming call. This additional step is not required when  
you make or receive calls while on the enhanced Sprint Nationwide  
PCS Network.  
To turn Call Guard on or off:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
3. Select Roaming (  
4. Select CallGuard (  
5. Read the message.  
).  
).  
).  
6. Select On or Off then press  
Note:  
(OK) to save.  
An extra step required to make or answer roam calls.  
To place roaming calls with Call Guard on:  
1. From standby mode, dial 1 + area code + the seven-digit number  
then press  
. (You can also initiate a call from the internal  
Phone Book, Call History, or Messaging.)  
2. To place the roam call, read the message then press  
To answer incoming roaming calls with Call Guard on:  
.
1. Press  
. (A message will appear notifying you that roaming  
charges will apply.)  
2. To answer the roam call, read the message then press  
.
Note:  
Remember, if the Call Guard feature is set to On, you need to take extra  
steps to make and receive roaming calls even if you have selected the  
Analog setting (see page 60).  
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Section 2E  
NavigatingThrough Menus  
In This Section  
Menu Navigation  
Menu Structure  
Viewing the Menus  
EveryfunctionandfeatureofyourSprintPCSVisionPicturePhonecanbe  
accessedthroughanonscreenmenu. This section is a road map to  
using your PM-8912 by Audiovox. 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 Vision Phone allows you to  
scroll through menus quickly and easily. The scroll bar at the right of  
the display screen 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  
SelectingMenuItems  
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 or by highlighting it then pressing  
.
For example, if you want to view your last incoming call:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select CallHistory by pressing  
or by highlighting it then  
pressing  
. (It may already be highlighted.)  
3. Select IncomingCalls by pressing  
or by highlighting it then  
pressing  
. (If you have received any calls, they are displayed  
on the screen.)  
BackingUp WithinaMenu  
Togotothepreviousmenu:  
Press  
.
Toreturntostandbymode:  
Press  
.
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Viewing the Menus  
MenuDiagram  
The following list outlines your phone’s menu structure.  
1. Call History  
1. Missed Calls  
2. Outgoing Calls  
3. Incoming Calls  
4. All Calls  
5. Erase History  
1. Missed Calls  
2. Outgoing Calls  
3. Incoming Calls  
4. All Calls  
2. Phone Book  
1. Find  
2. Add New Entry  
3. Speed Dial #’s  
4. My Phone #  
5. Group  
6. Services  
1. Account Info  
2. Customer Service  
3. Dir Assist  
3. Messaging  
1. Send Message  
1. Text Message  
2. Picture Mail  
3. Email  
2. Picture Mail  
1. Inbox  
2. Send Message  
3. Text Message  
1. Inbox  
2. Outbox  
3. Send Message  
4. Instant Msg.  
5. Email  
6. Voicemail  
1. Call  
2. Details  
3. Clear Envelope  
4. Pictures  
1. Camera  
2. My Pictures  
1. In Camera  
2. Saved to Phone  
3. Online Albums  
1. View Albums  
2. Upload Pictures  
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4. Account Info  
5. Web  
1. Connect Web  
6. Downloads  
1. Games  
2. Ringers  
3. Screen Savers  
4. Applications  
5. Others  
7. Voice SVC  
1. Voice Memo  
1. Record  
2. Play  
3. Play Speaker  
4. Erase All  
2. Voice Dial  
1. Record  
2. Review  
3. Review Speaker  
4. Erase All  
3. Train Words  
1. Yes  
2. No  
3. Wake-Up  
4. Undo Train All  
4. Shutter Sound  
1. Record  
2. Play  
3. Erase  
8. Tools  
1. Schedule  
1. Add New Plan  
2. View Plan  
2. Memo Pad  
1. Add Memo  
2. View Memo  
3. Settings  
3. Alarm  
1. Alarm 1  
2. Alarm 2  
3. Alarm 3  
4. Calculator  
5. World Clock  
6. Stopwatch  
9. Settings  
1. Sounds  
1. Volume  
2. Ringers  
3. Alerts  
4. Roam Ringer  
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5. Tone Length  
2. Display  
1. Menu Style  
2. Graphics  
3. Sub LCD  
4. Greeting  
5. Backlight  
6. Contrast  
3. PCS Vision  
1. Enable PCS Vision  
2. Net Guard  
3. Update Vision Profile  
4. Roaming  
1. Set Mode  
2. Call Guard  
5. Games/Tools  
1. Backlight  
2. Volume  
3. Msg Alert  
6. Location  
7. Messaging  
1. Notification  
2. Callback Number  
3. Pre-Set Messages  
4. Signature  
5. Reminder  
8. Security  
1. Lock Phone  
2. Change Lock  
3. Special #’s  
4. Limit Use  
5. Erase PBook  
6. Erase Downloads  
7. Reset Picture Account  
8. Reset Phone  
9. Airplane Mode  
10. Others  
1. Call Answer  
2. Auto Answer  
1. Hands Free Kit  
2. Headset  
3. Auto Redial  
4. Language  
5. TTY Mode  
6. Voice Setting  
7. Dialing  
1. Abbrev.Dial  
2. PBook Match  
3. Speed Dial  
8. Key Guard  
11. Phone Info  
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Section 2F  
Managing Call History  
In This Section  
Viewing History  
TheCallHistorykeepstrackofincomingcalls,callsmadefromyour  
SprintPCSVisionPhone,andmissedcalls. 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 internal Phone Book 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.  
Each entry contains the phone number (if it is available) and the  
internal Phone Book entry name (if the phone number is in your  
internal Phone Book).  
To view a Call History entry:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
2. Select CallHistory ( ).  
(Menu).  
3. Select one of the following options:  
MissedCalls  
OutgoingCalls  
IncomingCalls  
AllCalls  
EraseHistory  
4. Press  
Note:  
(OK).  
You can prevent your call history from being viewed by restricting access  
through the security menu. See "Call History" on page 52.  
Missed Calls  
Displays information about the 20 most recently missed calls. Place a  
call to a missed call number by simply highlighting it then  
pressing  
.
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select CallHistory (  
).  
3. Select MissedCalls (  
). (If the number is already stored in your  
phone book, only the name appears. If the number is not stored,  
only the phone number appears.)  
4. To view missed call details, press  
.
Press  
(Options) to choose from the following options:  
Call, Save, Send Picture, Send Text, Prepend, Erase All.  
Note:  
Call details include the date, time, and phone number (if available).  
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5. Press  
(Options) then select Save to save the number or  
press  
(Erase) to erase it.  
Note:  
If you have already stored the number in your Phone Book, "Phone number  
already in <name>" will appear.  
th  
After the 20 missed call, the oldest call will automatically be erased from  
the history.  
Outgoing Calls  
Displays information about the 20 most recent outgoing calls. You can  
place a call to an entry by simply highlighting it then pressing  
.
1. To access the main menu, press (Menu).  
2. Select CallHistory (  
).  
3. Select OutgoingCalls (  
). (If the number is already stored in  
your phone book, only the name appears. If the number is not  
stored, only the phone number appears.)  
4. To view outgoing call details, press  
.
Press  
(Options) to choose from the following options:  
Call, Save, Send Picture, Send Text, Prepend.  
Note:  
Note:  
Call details include the date, time, and phone number (if available).  
5. Press  
press  
(Options) then select Save to save the number or  
(Erase) to erase it.  
If you have already stored the number in your Phone Book, “Phone number  
already in “<name>” will appear.  
th  
After the 20 outgoing call the oldest call will automatically be erased from  
the history.  
Incoming Calls  
Displays information about the 20 most recent incoming calls.  
Place a call to an entry by simply highlighting it then pressing  
.
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select CallHistory (  
).  
3. Select IncomingCalls (  
). (If the number is already stored in  
your phone book, only the name appears. If the number is not  
stored, only the phone number appears.)  
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4. To view incoming call details, press  
.
Press  
(Options) to choose from the following options:  
Call, Send Picture, Send Text, Prepend, Erase All.  
Note:  
Note:  
Call details include the date, time, and phone number.  
After the twentieth call, the oldest call will automatically be erased from  
the history.  
All Calls  
Displays information about the 20 most recent calls. You can save a  
highlighted number from your Call History list or place a call to that  
number by simply pressing  
.
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select CallHistory (  
).  
3. Select AllCalls (  
).  
4. A list of the 20 most recent calls is displayed. (If the number is  
already stored in your phone book, only the name appears;  
otherwise, only the phone number appears.)  
5. To view all call details, press  
.
Press  
(Options) to choose from the following options:  
Call, Save, Send Picture, Send Text, Prepend.  
Note:  
Note:  
Call details include the date, time, and phone number (if available).  
6. Press  
press  
(Options) then select Save to save the number or  
(Erase) to erase it.  
If you have already stored the number in your Phone Book, a note will  
appear: "Phone number already in <entry name>."  
th  
After the 20 call the oldest call will automatically be erased from the  
history.  
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Erase History  
MissedCalls  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select CallHistory (  
3. Select EraseHistory (  
4. Select MissedCalls (  
).  
).  
). (“Erase all calls?”will appear.)  
) or No( ).  
5. Press Yes (  
OutgoingCalls  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select CallHistory (  
3. Select EraseHistory (  
4. Select OutgoingCalls (  
).  
).  
). (“Erase all calls?”will appear.)  
).  
5. Press Yes (  
) or No(  
IncomingCalls  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select CallHistory (  
3. Select EraseHistory (  
4. Select IncomingCalls (  
).  
).  
). (“Erase all calls?”will appear.)  
).  
5. Press Yes (  
AllCalls  
1. To access the main menu, press  
) or No(  
(Menu).  
2. Select CallHistory (  
3. Select EraseHistory (  
4. Select AllCalls (  
).  
).  
). (“Erase all calls?”will appear.)  
) or No( ).  
5. Press Yes (  
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Section 2G  
Using the Internal Phone Book  
In This Section  
Internal Phone Book Entry Options  
Adding a New Internal Phone Book Entry  
Finding Internal Phone Book Entries  
Speed Dial Numbers  
My Phone Numbers  
Using Group Internal Phone Book Entries  
Dialing Sprint PCS Services  
Nowthatyouknowthebasicsthatmakeiteasiertostayintouchwith  
peopleandinformation, you’rereadytoexploreyourphone’smore  
advancedfeatures. This section explains how to use your phone’s  
internal Phone Book 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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Internal Phone Book Entry Options  
To access an internal Phone Book entry’s options, display the entry  
then press  
. To select an option, highlight it then press  
.
Nameto add an name to the entry.  
Mobileto add a mobile number to the entry.  
Hometo add a home number to the entry.  
Officeto add an office number to the entry.  
Pagerto add a pager number to the entry.  
Faxto add a fax number to the entry.  
Emailto add an email address to the entry.  
Groupto assign the entry to a group.  
Ringerto assign a ringer to the entry.  
Graphicto input a graphic image.  
Memoto input a simple memo.  
SetSecretto require a password to view the phone book entry.  
Note:  
When two or more numbers are listed for one phone book entry, the default  
number is Mobile. The sort order is: Mobile, Home, Office, Pager, Fax, and  
Email. When viewing an entry, press the Navigation Key right or left to  
display additional numbers. When you make a call from a phone book entry,  
the last number you called from that entry becomes the default.  
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Adding a New Internal Phone Book Entry  
Your Sprint PCS Vision Phone can store up to 300 phone numbers in  
its internal Phone Book. Phone book entries can store up to a total of  
5 phone numbers and the entry’s name can contain up to 32  
characters.  
To add a new entry:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select PhoneBook (  
).  
3. Select AddNewEntry (  
).  
4. To enter a name or number, use the Navigation Key to select the  
desired phone book field: Mobile #, Home #, Office #, Pager #,  
Fax #, Email, Group, Ringer, Graphic, Memo, Set Secret.  
5. Enter the appropriate phone number, then press  
6. To save the entry, press (Save).  
.
7. To return to the previous page, press  
or  
.
(“Save Changes?”will display, press Yes [  
] or No[  
].)  
After you have saved the number, the new internal Phone Book entry  
is displayed. (See “Internal Phone Book Entry Options”on page 73.)  
Finding Internal Phone Book Entries  
There are several ways to display your internal Phone Book entries.  
Follow the steps outlined in the sections below to display entries  
from the internal Phone Book menu.  
You can review all the entries stored in your internal Phone Book or  
find an entry quickly by following these simple steps:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
2. Select PhoneBook ( ).  
3. Select Find ( ).  
(Menu).  
4. Enter a name or a character string to display the names in  
alphabetical order. (All matching entries will be displayed.)  
5. Select an entry and either delete it by pressing  
(Options)  
then selecting Erase or view it by pressing  
.
When you enter a mobile number, pressing  
(Options)  
displays the following options: Call  
,
Send Picture, Send Text,  
Prepend Hard Pause, Timed Pause  
,
.
Note:  
If the entry is set to secret, you will be asked for your lock code.  
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6. To call the selected number, press  
.
Note:  
When two or more numbers are listed for one phone book entry, the  
default number is Mobile. The sort order is: Mobile, Home, Office,  
Pager, Fax, and Email. When viewing an entry, press the Navigation  
Key right or left to display additional numbers. When you make a call  
from a phone book entry, the last number you called from that entry  
becomes the default.  
Speed Dial Numbers  
In standby mode, calls can be placed to numbers stored in speed dial  
locations by pressing the location number on the keypad.  
To assign a Speed Dial number to a number in your Phone Book:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select PhoneBook (  
).  
3. Select SpeedDial#’s (  
).  
4. To assign a phone number to a location, select the location then  
press  
(Set) .  
If a phone number is already assigned to the location, press  
(Erase) and the Navigation Key to delete.  
5. Select the entry you wish to assign to the location then  
press  
to save it.  
Tip:  
is used for One-Touch voicemail dial feature.  
My Phone Number  
To display your phone number:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select PhoneBook (  
).  
3. Select MyPhone# (  
). (The phone displays your phone  
number.)  
4. Press  
(OK) or  
to return to the previous page,  
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Using Group Internal Phone Book Entries  
Your Sprint PCS Vision Phone has a time-saving feature that allows  
you to access many contacts at once by creating group entries.  
AddingaNewGroup  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select PhoneBook (  
).  
3. Select Group (  
). (A maximum of seven groups is allowed.)  
4. Press  
(Options) then select AddGroup.  
5. Enter a new group name.  
6. To save the new group, press  
.
RenamingaGroup  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select PhoneBook (  
3. Select Group ( ).  
4. Select an existing group name with the Navigation Key.  
5. Press (Options) then select Rename.  
).  
6. Enter a new name.  
7. To save the new group name, press  
.
Note:  
The default group names (All, Family, Friends, Work, Etc.) cannot be  
changed.  
Deletinga Group  
1. To access the main menu, press  
2. Select PhoneBook ( ).  
3. Select Group ( ).  
4. Use the Navigation Key to select a group.  
5. Press (Erase) to delete it. (“If deleted, entries will move to  
[ETC] Group. Erase this group?”will display.)  
6. Press Yes ( ) or No( ).  
(Menu).  
Note:  
The default group names (All, Family, Friends, Work, Etc.) cannot be  
changed.  
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Dialing Sprint PCS Services  
Note:  
You must be in digital mode to access Sprint PCS Services.  
Account Information  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
(Menu).  
(Menu).  
2. Select PhoneBook (  
3. Select Services (  
).  
).  
4. Select AccountInfo(  
).  
5. Press  
(Talk).  
Shortcut:  
To connect dial *4  
.
Sprint Customer Service  
1. To access the main menu, press  
2. Select PhoneBook (  
).  
3. Select Services (  
).  
4. Select CustomerService (  
).  
5. Press  
(Talk).  
Shortcut:  
To connect dial *2  
.
DirectoryAssistance  
1. To access the main menu, press  
2. Select PhoneBook (  
3. Select Services (  
4. Select DirAssist (  
).  
).  
).  
5. Press  
(Talk).  
Shortcut:  
To connect dial 411  
.
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Section 2H  
Personal Organizer  
In This Section  
Schedule  
Memo Pad  
Alarm  
Calculator  
World Clock  
Stopwatch  
YourSprintPCSVisionPhoneisequippedwithseveralpersonalinformation  
managementfeatures 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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Schedule  
Your phone's Schedule helps you organize your time and reminds  
you of important events.  
To add an new event to your schedule:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Tools (  
).  
3. Select Schedule (  
).  
4. Select AddNewPlan (  
) to display the calendar.  
5. Move the Navigation Key left, right, up, or down to choose a  
date in the calendar then press  
.
6. Press to select alarm options:  
Date: Use the keypad to change or enter the date, then  
press (OK).  
Time: Use the keypad to set a time, press  
PM, then press (OK).  
Plan: Use the keypad to enter a plan message, then  
press  
to select AM or  
.
Setting: Use the Navigation Key to select an alert time  
interval option: On Time, 10 Min Before, 30 Min Before, 1 Hour  
Before, No Alarm.  
Ringer: Press  
(Options), select Default (to select a default  
ringer type) or Change (to select a custom ringer type), use  
the Navigation Key to highlight a ringer, then press  
save.  
to  
7. Press  
(Save) to save the event. (The event date will be  
highlighted on your calendar.)  
-or-  
Press  
(Back) to return to the calendar without saving.  
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To view an event in to your schedule:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Tools (  
).  
3. Select Schedule (  
4. Select ViewPlan (  
).  
).  
5. Move the Navigation Key to choose an event then press  
or  
(Erase).  
Press  
(Options), then select Add Plan or Erase All using  
the Navigation Key.  
Memo Pad  
Your phone includes an internal memo pad that can be used to  
compose and store reminders and notes.  
AddMemo  
To compose a memo (there is an 80-character limit):  
1. To access the main menu, press  
2. Select Tools ( ).  
(Menu).  
3. Select MemoPad (  
).  
).  
4. Select AddMemo (  
5. Input a new text memo then press  
to save.  
ViewMemo  
To view a saved memo:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Tools (  
).  
3. Select MemoPad (  
).  
). (The list of all memos, in saved order,  
4. Select ViewMemo (  
is displayed.)  
5. Select a memo then press  
.
To erase a memo, press  
(Erase).  
, press  
To add a new memo, press  
(Options) then  
select NewMemo.  
To erase all memos, press  
, press  
(Options) then  
select EraseAll.  
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6. To edit the memo, press  
Settings  
(Options) then select Edit.  
To select the memo pad background image:  
1. To access the main menu, press (Menu).  
2. Select Tools ( ).  
3. Select MemoPad (  
).  
4. Select Settings (  
).  
5. Select one of the following options by moving Navigation Key  
left or right:  
Paper, Pattern, Sea, Sky, Flower  
6. To save, press  
(OK).  
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Alarm  
The built-in alarm clock allows you to set up to three alarms.  
To set your phone's alarm clock:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Tools (  
).  
).  
3. Select Alarm (  
4. Select one of the following entries with the Navigation Key:  
To set a new alarm, choose Alarm 1, 2, or 3.  
To edit an existing alarm, select that alarm then press  
.
To delete an existing alarm, press  
to select alarm options.  
(Erase).  
5. Press  
Setting: Use the Navigation Key to select a setting for the  
alarm (Off, Once, Daily, Weekly, Monthly).  
Date: Use the keypad to change or enter the date for the alarm  
then press  
.
Off  
Once: Enter a date for the alarm.  
Daily  
Weekly: Select a day of the week to repeat the alarm  
weekly.  
Monthly: Enter a day of the month (1-31) to repeat the  
alarm monthly.  
Time: Use the keypad to set a time for the event, press  
select AM or PM, then press (OK).  
to  
Snoozing: Use the Navigation Key to select a Snooze setting  
(Off, 1 Time after 5 Min, 1 Time after 10 Min, 3 Times by 5 Min).  
Ringer: Press  
(Options), select Default (to select a default  
ringer type) or Change (to select a custom ringer type), use  
the Navigation Key to highlight a ringer, then press  
save.  
to  
Plan: Using the keypad, input an alarm message then  
press  
.
6. To save the alarm setting, press  
(Save).  
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Calculator  
Your phone comes with a built-in calculator.  
1. To access the main menu, press  
2. Select Tools ( ).  
3. Select Calculator (  
(Menu).  
).  
4. Enter numbers using your keypad. (Press  
to insert a decimal  
point.)  
5. Press the appropriate Navigation Key for an arithmetic option.  
Tip:  
: X  
: ---  
: /  
: +  
: .  
: =.  
6. Enter numbers then press  
for the result.  
7. To reset, press  
(Reset).  
To clear the numbers, press  
To end calculation,press  
.
.
How to do a math problem with the calculator:  
Follow the instructions below to calculate 8*6/4-2.5=9.5  
Input 8. Press  
Input 6. Press  
Input 4. Press  
Input 2 then press  
Press 5.  
.
.
.
.
Then press  
and you will see the answer.  
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World Clock  
Your Sprint PCS Vision Phone can display the time in more than 39  
cities around the world.  
To display the time and date in pre-programmed cities:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
2. Select Tools ( ).  
(Menu).  
3. Select WorldClock (  
).  
The world map displays the city, its date, and the current  
time in the selected city.  
4. Use the Left or Right Navigation Key to select another city.  
Note:  
The World Clock does not adjust for Daylight Savings Time.  
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Stopwatch  
Your phone's built-in stopwatch can simultaneously time up to six  
different events.  
To operate the stopwatch:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
2. Select Tools ( ).  
3. Select Stopwatch (  
(Menu).  
).  
4. Choose from one of the following functions:  
To start the stopwatch, press  
(Start).  
(Stop).  
(Reset).  
(Reset).  
To pause timing, press  
To resume timing, press  
To reset the stopwatch, press  
To return to the previous page, press  
.
To time up to six events at once:  
1. To start, press (Start).  
2. To stop a time period and continue measuring another one,  
press (Continue).  
3. To stop the second and continue measuring a third one,  
press (Continue).  
4. To measure up to six time periods, repeat the above steps,  
then press (Stop).  
5. To review the results, press  
6. To return to the stopwatch, press  
7. To reset it, press (Reset).  
(View).  
(OK).  
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Section 2I  
UsingYour Phone’sVoice Services  
In This Section  
Voice Recognition Mode  
Voice Memo  
Voice Dial  
Train Words  
Shutter Sound  
YourSprintPCSVisionPhone’sVoiceServicesletyouplacecallsusingyour  
voice, storevoicereminders, andrecordmemosrightonyourphone. This  
section includes easy-to-follow instructions on using voice-activated  
dialing and managing voice memos.  
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Voice Recognition Mode  
Voice Recognition (VR) enables you to place calls using your voice  
and to record voice memos. See "Voice Dial" on page 89 for  
information on recording voice dial tags for use in Voice Recognition.  
To activateVoice Recognition mode:  
Press  
to Voice Recognition mode. (“Please say the  
name after the prompt tone” will be displayed on the screen,  
and you will hear “Name Please.”)  
To useVoice Recognition to place a phone call:  
1. Press  
to Voice Recognition mode.  
2. Say a name or a voice dial tag. (The number and name will  
appear on the display and you will hear “Calling [name].”)  
Voice Memo  
Voice Memo allows you to record a reminder message that can be up  
to 60 seconds.  
To record a memo:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select VoiceSVC (  
).  
3. Select VoiceMemo (  
).  
4. To record a voice memo, press  
. (Instuctions will be  
displayed and you will hear “Please begin recording after the  
tone.”)  
To stop recording a memo, press  
(Stop) or  
(Pause/Resume).  
Press  
(Options) after recording a voice memo to  
Re-record,Review,or Save.  
Select Save, input a Voice Memo Title (up to 32 characters),  
then press  
.
Press  
(Options) then Edit Caption or Play.  
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To play a voice memo:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select VoiceSVC (  
).  
3. Select VoiceMemo (  
).  
4. To display a list of voice memos, press  
.
5. Highlight the memo you would like to play then press  
(OK)  
or press  
(Options) then select Play.  
To erase a voice memo, select the message you want to erase  
then press (Erase).  
To play a voice memo in speaker mode:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select VoiceSVC (  
).  
3. Select VoiceMemo (  
).  
4. To play the message in speaker mode, press  
.
5. Highlight the memo you would like to play then press  
(OK)  
or press  
(Options) then select Play.  
To erase a voice memo, select the message you want to erase  
then press (Erase).  
To erase all voice memos:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select VoiceSVC (  
).  
3. Select VoiceMemo (  
).  
4. To erase all voice memos, press  
.
“Erase all voice memos?”will be displayed. Press  
to erase all voice memos.  
(Yes)  
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Voice Dial  
Voice Dial allows you to call a person by simply saying their name.  
To accessVoice Dial:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select VoiceSVC (  
).  
).  
3. Select VoiceDial (  
4. To record a voice dial, press  
. (The phone book list will be  
displayed alphabetically.)  
5. Select a name then press  
. (Instuctions will be displayed and  
you will hear “Name Please.”)  
6. Say the name for the voice tag and repeat the name when  
prompted. (You will hear “Added.”)  
To review a voice dial:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select VoiceSVC (  
).  
).  
3. Select VoiceDial (  
4. To review voice dial, press  
.
Select the message you want to play then press  
press (Erase).  
(Play) or  
To review a voice dial in speaker mode:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select VoiceSVC (  
).  
).  
3. Select VoiceDial (  
4. To review the voice dial tag in speaker mode, press  
.
Select the voice dial tag you want to play then press  
(Play) or press  
(Erase).  
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To erase all voice dials:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select VoiceSVC (  
).  
).  
3. Select VoiceDial (  
4. Press  
to erase all voice dials. (“Erase all voice dial entries?”  
will be displayed.)  
5. Press  
(Yes) to erase all voice dials.  
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TrainWords  
This feature allows you to create Control words to make a call without  
using the keypad.  
Yes  
Use to train or untrain the Voice Recognition with the control word,  
Yes.”  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select VoiceSVC (  
).  
3. Select TrainWords (  
).  
4. Select Yes (  
). (“Please hold phone to ear and follow  
instructions” will be displayed and you will hear “Now training  
control words. Please say the word ‘Yes’.”)  
5. Say “Yes.” (You will hear “Again.”)  
6. Say “Yes” again. (You will hear “Training word successful.”)  
No  
Use to train or untrain the Voice Recognition with the control word,  
“No.”  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select VoiceSVC (  
).  
3. Select TrainWords (  
).  
4. Select No (  
). (“Please hold phone to ear and follow  
instructions” will be displayed and you will hear “Now training  
control words. Please say the word ‘No’.”)  
5. Say “No.” (You will hear “Again.”)  
6. Say “No” again. (You will hear “Training word successful.”)  
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Wake-Up  
Use to train or untrain the Voice Recognition with the control word,  
“Wake-Up.”  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select VoiceSVC (  
3. Select TrainWords (  
4. Select Wake-Up (  
).  
).  
). (“Please hold phone to ear and follow  
instructions”will be displayed and you will hear “Now training  
control words. Please say the word ‘Wake -Up’.”)  
5. Say “Wake -Up.” (You will hear “Again.”)  
6. Say “Wake -Up” again. (You will hear “Training word  
successful.”)  
UndoTrainAll  
Undo Train All erases all “trained” words.  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select VoiceSVC (  
3. Select TrainWords (  
4. Select UndoTrainAll (  
).  
).  
). (“Undo voice recognition for all  
procedures?” will be displayed. )  
5. To undo all trained words, press  
(Yes).  
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Shutter Sound  
Your PM-8912 allows you to record a shutter sound to be played when  
you take a picture with the phone's built-in camera.  
To record a shutter sound:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select VoiceSVC (  
).  
3. Select ShutterSound (  
).  
4. To record a shutter sound, press  
. (Instructions will be  
displayed and you will hear “Please record at the tone.”)  
5. To stop recording a shutter sound, press (Stop).  
6. Press (Options) after recording a shutter sound to Re-record,  
Review, or Save.  
To play a shutter sound:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select VoiceSVC (  
).  
3. Select ShutterSound (  
).  
4. To play shutter sound, press  
.
To erase a shutter sound:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select VoiceSVC (  
).  
3. Select ShutterSound (  
).  
4. Press  
to erase shutter sounds. (“Erase this Shutter Sound?”  
will be displayed.)  
5. To erase shutter sounds, press  
(Yes) or  
(No).  
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Section 2J  
UsingYour Phone’s Built-in Camera  
In This Section  
Taking Pictures  
My Pictures  
Online Albums  
Managing Sprint PCS Picture Mail  
Account Information  
YourSprintPCSVisionPicturePhone'sbuilt-incameragivesyoutheabilityto  
takefull-colordigitalpictures, view your pictures 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, view it  
on your phone’s display, and send it from your phone to up to ten  
people.  
The PM-8912 by Audiovox delivers high quality images with crisp  
details and brilliant colors. There’s no easier way to make sure you’re  
always ready to capture all the fun and excitement in beautiful digital  
images.  
This section explains the features and options of your Sprint PCS Vision  
Picture 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, then pressing a button. You can  
activate the camera mode and take pictures when the phone is open.  
To take a picture from the menu:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Pictures (  
).  
). (Your phone will enter Camera Mode.)  
3. Select Camera (  
4. Point the camera lens at your subject. (You can check the  
picture framing through the main display screen.)  
5. To take the picture, press  
6. Press (Next) to select an option. (See “Picture Options”  
on page 96.)  
- or -  
To return to standby mode, press  
or the Side Camera button.  
(End).  
Note:  
If you receive an incoming call while taking a picture, the camera mode will  
turn off. You may not receive a warning before the incoming call.  
To take a picture in standby mode:  
1. Press the Side Camera button to activate camera mode or press  
, then select Camera (  
) or press and hold  
.
2. Point the camera lens at your subject. (You can check the  
picture framing through the main display screen.)  
3. To take the picture, press  
4. Press (Next) to select an option. (See “Picture Options”  
on page 96.)  
- or -  
or the Side Camera button.  
To return to standby mode, press  
(End).  
To take a picture with the phone closed:  
1. Press and hold the Side Camera key to activate Camera mode.  
2. Point the camera lens at your subject. (You can check the  
picture framing through the Sub LCD.)  
3. Press the Side Camera key to take the picture. (Your picture will  
be saved automatically in your phone.)  
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SM  
Creating YourSprintPCSPictureMail Password  
The first time you use any of the picture management options  
involving the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Website you will need to  
establish a Sprint PCS Picture Mail password through your Sprint PCS  
Phone. This password will also allow you to log in to the Sprint PCS  
manage your uploaded pictures.  
To create your Sprint PCS Picture Mail password:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
2. Select Pictures ( ).  
(Menu).  
3. Select OnlineAlbums (  
).  
).  
4. Select UploadPictures (  
5. Use the Navigation Key to select a picture to upload and  
press  
(OK) or  
(Upload).  
6. Select Upload This (  
) or Upload All (  
). You will be  
prompted to create a Sprint PCS Picture Mail password.  
7. Enter a 4-digit,alpha-numeric password then press  
8. Please wait while the system creates your account.  
(OK).  
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.  
PictureOptions  
After taking a picture, press  
(Next) to access picture options:  
SendPicture to send the picture.  
UploadtoAlbums to upload the picture you just took to the Sprint  
PCS Picture Mail Website. Depending on your settings,you may  
be prompted to accept a Sprint PCS Vision connection.  
TakeNewPicture to return to camera mode to take another  
picture.  
Thumbnail to go to your phone’s picture storage folder.  
Erase to erase selected pictures.  
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CameraModeOptions  
While in camera mode (see “Taking Pictures”on page 95),  
press  
(Options) to access the camera mode options:  
SelfPortrait to switch the viewfinder to the Sub LCD. (Take a  
picture of yourself by checking the view on the Sub LCD.)  
Flash to activate the flash function.  
SelfTimer to activate the camera’s timer function.  
FunTools to select an option from the following to set picture  
frame, multiple shots and color tone.  
FunFrame to select your favorite fun picture frame to  
decorate your picture.  
MultipleShots to take, 2, 4, 6, or 8 quick pictures depending  
on the picture quality setting. (Default option is “off.”)  
ColorTone to select a color tone for the picture. (Normal,  
Sepia, Gray, Negative, Emboss, Sketch).  
ImageControls to select an option from the following.  
Brightness to select brightness control:  
Press the Navigation Key right (increase) or left (decrease)  
to select a setting then press  
setting.  
to apply the desired  
WhiteBalance to adjust white balance based on changing  
conditions. Select from Auto, Sunny, Cloudy, Tungsten,  
Fluorescent and Manual.  
Settings to enjoy various ways of taking pictures:  
Resolution to select a file size (640x480, 320x240, or 160x120)  
for a picture.  
Quality to select picture quality (Fine, Normal, Economy).  
ShutterSound to select a shutter sound (Off, Shutter 1,  
Shutter 2, Say “Cheese”, Ready 123, Record own).  
AutoDelete to automatically erase picture files from your  
phone after they have been uploaded to your online Sprint  
PCS Picture Mail account.  
GotoMyPictures to go to your phone’s picture storage folder.  
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My Pictures  
The My Pictures menu allows you to display pictures you have  
stored in your phone.  
To display your phone's stored pictures:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Pictures (  
).  
3. Select MyPictures (  
).  
4. Select an option from the following then press  
(OK):  
InCamera to select the folder that stores pictures you have  
taken.  
SavedtoPhone to select the folder that stores pictures you  
have downloaded or assigned.  
InCameraOptions  
With the In Camera folder displayed, press  
in camera options:  
(Options) to access the  
UploadtoAlbums to upload pictures saved in your phone to the  
Sprint PCS Picture Mail Website. (Depending on your settings,  
you may be prompted to accept a Sprint PCS Vision connection.)  
Assign to assign the selected picture to display for specific tasks:  
PictureID to display the picture for incoming calls from a  
specific Phone Book entry.  
ScreenSaver to display the picture as an LCD screen saver.  
IncomingCall to display the selected picture for all incoming  
calls.  
SavetoPhone to save the selected picture to the "Saved to Phone"  
folder.  
TakeNewPicture to return to camera mode to take another  
picture.  
Erase to erase a selected picture.  
EditCaption to enter or edit a caption for the picture.  
FunTools to select an option from the following:  
FunFrames to select your favorite fun picture frame to  
decorate your picture.  
ColorTone to select a color tone for the picture (Normal,  
Sepia, Gray, Negative, Emboss, Sketch).  
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PictureInfo to display the picture information, such as caption,  
date/time, resolution, size, quality, etc.  
Expand to switch the display from thumbnail view to full-screen.  
SavedtoPhoneOptions  
With the Saved to Phone folder displayed, press  
(Options) to  
access the Saved to Phone options:  
PictureID to display the picture for incoming calls from a specific  
phone book list entry.  
ScreenSaver to display the picture as an LCD screen saver.  
IncomingCallto display the selected picture for all incoming calls.  
Erase to erase selected pictures. Select an option from the  
following, then press  
.
EraseThis to erase the selected picture.  
EraseAll to erase all pictures in the Saved to Phone folder.  
Expand to switch the display from thumbnail view to full-screen.  
(If currently in full-screen view, the option appears as Thumbnail.)  
OnlineAlbums  
ViewingOnlineAlbums  
You can upload, store, and access pictures in your account on the  
Sprint PCS Picture Mail Website www.sprint.com/picturemail.  
To view your online albums:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
2. Select Pictures ( ).  
(Menu).  
3. Select OnlineAlbums (  
).  
4. Select ViewAlbums (  
). Depending on your settings you may  
be prompted to accept a Sprint PCS Vision connection. (Your  
Sprint PCS Picture Mail Inbox and your albums appear.)  
5. Highlight OnlineAlbumsList.  
6. Use the Navigation Key to select a picture.  
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Online AlbumOptions  
You have many options available. Press  
online Album options:  
(Options) to access the  
SavetoPhone to download the selected picture to your phone.  
Edit/Erase  
Copy/Move to copy or move pictures files to a selected  
album.  
EditCaption to edit the caption of a picture file.  
Erase to erase pictures saved in the current album.  
RotatePicture to rotate the selected picture.  
PictureInfo to display information on the selected picture, such as  
title, time, date, size, etc.  
Album List to display the album list.  
Expand to switch the display from thumbnail view to full-screen.  
Thumbnail to display the thumbnail image.  
UploadingPictures  
You can quickly and easily upload the pictures stored in your camera  
to your online picture account.  
To upload your pictures:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
2. Select Pictures ( ).  
(Menu).  
3. Select OnlineAlbums (  
).  
).  
4. Select UploadPictures (  
5. Use the Navigation Key to select a picture to upload then press  
(OK) or (Upload).  
6. Select Upload This (  
- or -  
) to upload the selected picture.  
Select Upload All (  
Camera folder.  
) to upload all of the pictures in your In  
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Managing Sprint PCS Picture Mail  
UsingtheSprintPCSPictureMail Website  
Once you have uploaded pictures from your phone to your online  
Sprint PCS Picture Mail account, you can use your 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. Please visit  
www.sprintpcs.com for the availability of these services.  
You will also have access to picture management tools to improve  
and customize your pictures. You’ll be able to lighten, darken, crop,  
antique, add comic bubbles and cartoon effects, and use other  
features to transform your pictures.  
To access the Sprint PCS Picture MailWebsite:  
1. From your computer’s Internet connection, go to  
2. Enter your Sprint PCS Phone Number and Sprint PCS Picture  
Mail password to register. (See “Creating Your Sprint PCS  
Picture Mail Password”on page 96.)  
ManagingOnlineSprintPCSPictureMailFromYourPhone  
You can use your phone to manage, edit, or share pictures you have  
uploaded to the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Website.  
To view your online Sprint PCS Picture Mail from your Phone:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
2. Select Pictures ( ).  
3. Select OnlineAlbums (  
(Menu).  
). Depending on your settings you  
may be prompted to accept a Sprint PCS Vision connection.  
(The Online Albums menu appears.)  
4. Highlight Uploads or an album title then press  
. (Thumbnail  
pictures, up to nine per screen, are displayed.)  
5. Use the Navigation Key to select a picture then select  
View (  
) to expand it.  
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SharingOnlineSprintPCSPictureMail  
To share online Sprint PCS Picture Mail:  
1. From the Uploads screen or an album screen, select a picture  
you wish to share then select  
(Options).  
2. To enter recipients to the Recipient List, highlight an option  
from the “Select address from”menu then press  
.
Phone Book to select recipients from your internal Phone  
Book entries.  
Enter Mobile # to enter a recipient’s Sprint PCS Vision Phone  
number.  
Enter Email to enter a recipient’s email address.  
Group List to select recipients from your Group List.  
Phone Book to select recipients from your Group List.  
Online Address Bk to select recipients from your Online  
Address Book (your sharing history from the Web).  
Highlight a recipient then press  
box next to the recipient.) To clear the box, highlight it then  
press . When you are finished, select Done ( ).  
. (This will check the  
(You will return to the Recipient List with the selected  
recipients.)  
3. To add more recipients to the Recipient List, select Options  
), highlight Add New Recipient, then press . You can  
repeat step 2 above. To erase a recipient from the Recipient List,  
(
highlight the recipient, select Options (  
), highlight Erase,  
then press  
.
4. Select Next (  
) when you are finished selecting/entering  
recipients. (You may include up to ten recipients.)  
5. If you wish to record and include a Voice Memo with the picture  
you are sending, select Start (  
), then start recording after  
the beep. (Maximum recording time is 10 seconds). If you do  
not wish to attach a Voice Memo to the picture, select Skip  
(
).  
6. Use your keypad to enter a text message (or press  
from Preset Messages or Recent Messages) then select Next  
) or press . (See “Entering Text”on page 23.) You may  
also choose to leave the message area blank; just select Skip  
) or press to continue.  
to select  
(
(
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7. In the Preview screen, confirm the recipients, voice memo, and  
message.  
To confirm, change, or add a recipient, highlight the  
recipient then select Change (  
). The Recipient List  
appears. Follow the instructions in steps 2 and 3 on the  
previous page to select or edit the recipient.  
To confirm or change the voice memo, highlight Voice  
Memo:Recorded, then select Change (  
). The Play Voice  
Memo screen appears. Select Start (  
) to play the voice  
memo; select Options (  
) to display further options (Play,  
Re-record, and Erase).  
If you have skipped step 5 on the previous page and wish to  
add a voice memo now, highlight Add Voice Memo then  
select Add (  
). The Add Voice Memo screen appears.  
Follow the instructions in step 5.  
To confirm, change, or add a text message, highlight the  
message or Add Text Message then select Change or Add  
(
). The Message screen appears. Follow the instructions  
in step 6 to edit the text message.  
8. To send the picture, from the Preview screen, select Send (  
To share an album from online mode:  
).  
1. From the Online Albums menu, select an album you wish to  
share then select Options (  
).  
2. Highlight Send Album then press  
.
3. Follow steps 2-8 in “Sharing Online Sprint PCS Picture Mail”on  
page 102 to complete and send your album. (The Voice Memo  
option is not available for sending an album.)  
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AccessingOnlineSprintPCSPictureMailOptionsFrom Your  
Phone  
To access online Sprint PCS Picture Mail options from your phone:  
1. Select a picture from the Uploads screen or an album screen.  
2. To display options, select Options (  
).  
3. To select an option, highlight it then press  
.
Send Picture to share a picture through the Sprint PCS  
Picture Mail Website.  
Copy/Move to copy or move pictures to a selected album:  
Copy this to copy the selected picture to the album.  
Copy all to copy all pictures and videos in the  
current album (or Uploads) to the target album.  
Move this to move the selected picture or video to  
the album.  
Move all to move all pictures and videos in the  
current album (or Uploads) to the target album.  
Download to copy the selected picture to your phone’s  
Saved to Phone folder.  
Media View to switch the display mode for the current  
album (or Uploads). Select Pictures Only to display pictures  
only; select All Media to display both pictures and videos.  
(The Media View option appears when the album includes  
both pictures and videos.)  
Erase to select Erase this to erase a single picture or Erase all  
to erase all pictures saved in the current album (or Uploads).  
Edit Caption to edit the picture’s caption.  
Rotate Picture to rotate the selected picture. (This option is  
only available for pictures.)  
Create Album to create a new album. Enter the album name  
then press  
.
Online Albums to switch from pictures to the album list.  
Picture Info to display information on the selected picture,  
such as title, time/date, size, etc.  
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To access your online Albums options from your phone:  
1. Display the album list in the Online Albums menu.  
2. Use the Navigation Key to select an album (or Uploads).  
3. Select Options (  
) to display options.  
4. To select an option, highlight it then press  
.
Send Album to share the album through the Sprint PCS  
Picture Mail Website.  
Create Album to create a new album. Enter a new album  
name then press  
.
Erase Album to delete the selected album.  
Rename Album to rename the selected album. Enter a new  
name then press  
.
Album Info to display information on the selected album,  
such as title, time/date, and number of files.  
Account Information  
It's easy to learn more about your online picture account:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Pictures (  
).  
3. Select AccountInfo (  
).  
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Section 3  
Using Sprint PCS  
Service Features  
Section 3A  
Sprint PCS Service Features:  
The Basics  
In This Section  
Using Voicemail  
Using SMS Text Messaging  
Using Caller ID  
Responding to Call Waiting  
Making a Three-Way Call  
Using Call Forwarding  
Nowthatyou’vemasteredyourphone’sfundamentals, it’stimetoexplore  
thecallingfeaturesthatenhanceyourSprintPCSService. This section  
outlines your basic Sprint PCS Service features.  
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Using Voicemail  
Setting UpYour Voicemail  
All unanswered calls to your Sprint PCS Phone are automatically  
transferred to voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off.  
Therefore, set up your Sprint PCS Voicemail and personal greeting as  
soon as your Sprint PCS Phone is activated.  
To set up your voicemail:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Messaging (  
).  
).  
3. Select Voicemail (  
4. Select Call (  
- or -  
).  
Press  
or press and hold  
.
5. Follow the system prompts to create your pass code, record  
your greeting, record your name announcement, then choose  
whether to activate One-Touch Message Access (a feature that  
lets you press one key to access messages and bypasses the  
need for you to enter your pass code).  
Note:  
The voicemail setup process may vary in certain Affiliate areas.  
VoicemailNotification  
There are several ways your Sprint PCS Phone alerts you to new  
messages:  
By displaying a message on the screen.  
By sounding the assigned ringer type.  
By the LED blinking red.  
Note:  
Your phone accepts messages even when it is turned off. However, you are  
only notified of new messages when your phone is turned on and you are in  
a Sprint PCS Service Area.  
RetrievingYour 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.  
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UsingOne-TouchMessageAccess  
Press  
. (Follow the system prompts.)  
UsingtheMenuKeyson YourSprintPCSPhonetoAccess  
YourMessages  
1. To access the main menu, press  
2. Select Messaging ( ) and Voicemail (  
Details ( ).  
(Menu).  
), then select  
Note:  
You will be charged for airtime minutes whenever you access your  
voicemail from your Sprint PCS Phone.  
VoicemailOptions  
Your Sprint PCS Vision Phone offers several options for organizing  
and accessing your voicemail.  
UsingExpertMode  
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. Following the system prompts, press  
to change your  
Personal Options.  
3. Press  
for Expert Mode.  
4. Press  
to turn Expert Mode on or off.  
SettingUpGroupDistributionLists  
Create up to 20 separate group lists, each with up to 50 contacts.  
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. Following the system prompts, press  
to change your  
Personal Options.  
3. Press  
for Administrative Options.  
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4. Press  
for Group Distribution Lists.  
5. Follow the voice prompts to create, edit, rename, or delete  
group lists.  
SprintPCSCallback  
Return a call after listening to a message without disconnecting  
from voicemail.  
After listening to a message, press  
. (Once the call is  
complete, you will return to the voicemail main menu.)  
Voicemail-to-VoicemailMessage  
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-VoicemailMessageReply  
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.  
Voicemail-to-VoicemailMessageForwarding  
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-VoicemailReceiptRequest  
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 that  
you are satisfied with the message you recorded.  
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2. Press  
to mark receipt requested.  
3. Press  
to send your voicemail message.  
ContinueRecording  
Before pressing  
message you recorded, press  
to indicate that you are satisfied with the  
to continue recording.  
ExtendedAbsenceGreeting  
An extended absence greeting can be played instead of your normal  
personal greeting when your phone is turned off or you are off the  
enhanced 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  
Clear Envelope  
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. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Messaging (  
3. Select Voicemail (  
4. Select ClearEnvelope (  
).  
).  
).  
5. Press  
.
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VoicemailMenu Key  
The following list illustrates your Sprint PCS Phone's voicemail  
structure.  
Listen  
Envelope Information  
Send a Reply Message  
Advance 8 Seconds  
Rewind to Start  
Forward Message  
Erase Message  
Callback/Place Call  
Save Message  
Send a Message  
Personal Options  
Notification Options  
Phone Notification  
Numeric Paging to a PCS Phone  
Return to Personal Options Menu  
Administrative Options  
Skip Passcode  
Autoplay  
Message Date & Time On/Off  
Change Passcode  
Group Distribution List  
Return to Personal Options Menu  
Greetings  
Personal Greetings  
Recorded Name  
Extended Absence Greeting  
Return to Personal Options Menu  
Place a Call  
Exit Voicemail Menu  
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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, it will automatically display on  
your phone’s screen.  
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  
Composing SMS Text Messages  
To compose an SMSText message:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Messaging (  
).  
3. Select Send Message  
(
).  
).  
5. Under Add Recipient, input the phone number or Email address  
4. Select Text Message  
(
then press  
(OK) then press  
(Next).  
While entering an Email address, press  
choose the text input mode.  
(Options) to  
6. Under Enter Message, input a new text message then press  
(Next)  
.
Press  
(Options) to choose from the following options:  
Abc, T9Word, NUM, Symbols, Emoticon, Pre-set Msg, Recent  
Msg.  
Note:  
The default call back number automatically appears in the Callback  
Number field. You can scroll to the number and edit it or simply press  
(OK).  
7. Press the Navigation Key down for more fields. (Under Priority,  
select Normal or Urgent.)  
8. Press the Navigation Key down for more fields. (Under Insert  
Signature, select On or Off.)  
9. Press  
(Send) to send, or press  
(Options), select Save to  
Outbox, then press  
(OK) to save the message.  
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Accessing SMSText Messages  
To read an SMSText message:  
When you receive a text message, it will automatically appear  
on your phone’s main display screen. Use the Navigation Key to  
scroll down and view the entire message.  
To reply to an SMSText message:  
1. While the message is open, select Reply (  
).  
2. Compose your reply or use the pre-set messages or icons.  
To type a message, use your keypad to enter your message.  
Use the right softkey to select a character input mode. (See  
“Entering Text”on page 23.)  
To use a pre-set message or an emoticon, press the right  
softkey, selectEmoticonor Pre-set, highlight your desired  
message or emoticon, then press  
.
3. Review your reply then press Send (  
).(You may also select  
] to set  
additional messaging options by pressing Options [  
the callback number and/or the message priority [Normal or  
Urgent].)  
Using Canned (Pre-set) Messages  
Pre-set messages make sending text messages to your friends, family,  
and co-workers easier than ever.  
To add and/or edit Pre-Set Messages:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
3. Select Messaging  
(
).  
4. Select Pre-set Messages  
(
).  
5. From the Pre-set messages menu, select Options (  
) then Add  
New.  
- or -  
Highlight a message you wish to edit then select Options (  
then Edit or Erase ( ).  
)
6. Enter your new message or changes then press  
.
(See “Entering Text”on page 23.)  
Note:  
You may also add or edit Canned (Pre-set) Messages in the “My Online  
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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, then press  
Note:  
.
.
To permanently block your number, call Sprint Customer Service.  
Responding to Call Waiting  
Call Waiting notifies you of another incoming call when you are on  
the phone by making a beep sound and displaying the caller’s phone  
number on the screen.  
To answer another call while on the phone, press  
(This places the first call on hold. To switch back to the first  
caller, press again.)  
.
Tip:  
For those calls where you don’t want to be interrupted, you can temporarily  
disable Call Waiting by pressing before placing your call.  
Call Waiting is automatically reactivated once you end the call.  
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 applied for  
each of the two calls.  
1. Enter a number you wish to call then press  
.
2. Once you have established the connection, enter the second  
number you wish to call then press  
highlight 3-Way Call then press  
hold and dial the second number.  
(or press  
) to put the first caller on  
[Menu],  
3. When you’re connected to the second party, press  
again to  
begin your three-way call.  
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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.  
Tip:  
You can also initiate a Three-Way Call by retrieving a phone number stored  
in your internal Phone Book, Call History, or Messaging. To call the third  
party, press  
.
Note:  
Call Waiting and Three-Way Calling are not available while roaming off the  
enhanced Sprint Nationwide PCS Network.  
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 see a message and hear a tone to confirm  
the activation of Call Forwarding.)  
To deactivate Call Forwarding:  
1. Press  
.
2. Press  
. (You will see a message and hear a tone to confirm  
the deactivation.)  
Note:  
You are charged a higher rate for forwarded calls.  
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Section 3B  
SM  
Sprint PCSVision  
In This Section  
Getting Started With Sprint PCS Vision  
Accessing Messaging  
Downloading Premium Services Content  
Accessing Games  
Accessing Ringers  
Accessing Screen Savers  
Accessing Applications and Others  
Exploring the Web  
Sprint PCS Vision FAQs  
SM  
SprintPCSVision bringsyouclarityyoucanseeandhearwithadvanced  
multimediaservices. These features, including Sprint PCS Picture  
Mail, Sprint PCS 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 PCSVision  
With your Sprint PCS Vision 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 Sprint PCS Vision  
services, including managing your User name, launching a Vision  
connection, and navigating the Web with your Sprint PCS Vision  
Phone.  
Your User Name  
When you buy a Sprint PCS Vision Phone and sign up for service,  
you're automatically assigned a User name. Then, when you use  
Sprint PCS Vision services, your User name is submitted to identify  
you to the enhanced Sprint Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. The  
User name is also useful as an address for email and instant  
messaging, as a way to personalize Internet services, and as an  
online virtual identity.  
Your 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 Sprint PCS Vision services might have  
[email protected] as his User name. If you want a particular  
User name, you can visit www.sprintpcs.com and get the name you  
want – as long as nobody else has it.  
Your User name will be automatically programmed into your  
Sprint PCS Phone. You don't have to enter it.  
FindingYourUserName  
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:  
At www.sprintpcs.com: Sign on to your account using your  
Sprint PCS Phone Number and password. To view your Sprint  
PCS Vision User name, click on the My Personal Information  
menu and then click PCS Vision User Name.  
On your Sprint PCS Phone: From the main menu, go to Settings  
then select Phone Info. Your User name will display, along with  
other information about your phone.  
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Launching a Sprint PCS Vision Connection  
To launch a Sprint PCSVision connection:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
2. Select Web ( ), Connect Web (  
(Menu).  
), or press  
. (The  
browser will launch and display the Sprint PCS 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 will display when you launch your browser, for example,  
Sprint PCS Mail or ESPN Top News. 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.  
Net Guard  
When you first connect to the Internet, 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 AlwaysAuto-Connect when the Net Guard is displayed.  
To change your Net Guard settings:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Settings (  
).  
3. Select PCSVision (  
).  
) then choose from the following options:  
4. Select NetGuard (  
On to activate the Net Guard.  
Off to deactivate the Net Guard.  
Note:  
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  
timeout.  
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Browsing the Web  
Browsing the Web is easy once you've learned a few basics.  
Here are some tips for browsing the Web with Sprint PCS Vision:  
Softkeys  
When browsing the Web, the bottom line of your phone's display  
contains one or more softkeys. These keys are shortcut controls for  
navigating around the Web, and they correspond to the softkey  
buttons directly below the phone’s display screen (  
/
).  
Depending on which Websites you visit, the labels on the softkeys  
may change to indicate their function.  
To use softkeys, simply press the desired softkey button (  
/
).  
If an additional pop-up menu appears when you press the softkey  
button, select the menu items using your keypad (if they’re  
numbered) or by highlighting the option then pressing  
.
Scrolling  
As with other parts of your phone’s menu, you'll have to scroll up and  
down to see everything on some Websites.  
Press the Navigation Key up or down to scroll line by line or  
press the volume buttons on the side of the phone to scroll one  
page at a time.  
Selecting  
Once you've learned how to use softkeys, you can start navigating  
Websites.  
Select on-screen items by using the Navigation Key to highlight  
the desired item, then press the desired softkey button.  
You'll find that the  
button is used primarily for selecting items.  
This softkey is often labeled “OK.”  
If the items on a page are numbered, you can use your keypad  
to select an item.  
Links, which appear as underlined text, allow you to jump to  
different Web pages, select special functions, or even place  
phone calls.  
To follow a link, highlight it then select the appropriate softkey.  
Tip:  
The tenth item in a numbered list may be selected by pressing the  
on your phone’s keypad, even though the number 0 doesn’t appear on the  
screen.  
key  
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GoingBack  
To go back one page, press  
(Back) on your phone.  
GoingtoaSpecificWebsite  
To go to a particularWebsite by entering a URL (Website address):  
1. Access the Sprint PCS Vision menu by pressing (Menu)  
or  
2. Select GotoURL.  
.
3. Use your keypad to enter the URL of the Website you wish to  
go to.  
4. Select Go to go to the Website.  
Note:  
Not all Websites are viewable on your phone.  
CreatingaBookmark  
Bookmarks allow you to store the address of your favorite Websites  
for easy access at a later time.  
To create a bookmark:  
1. Access the Sprint PCS Vision menu by pressing  
or  
(Menu)  
.
2. Go to the Web page you want to mark.  
3. Select Bookmarks.  
4. Select MarkSite.  
5. Press  
(Menu) and then select Edit if you want to modify the  
bookmark title or URL.  
6. Use your keypad to edit the bookmark title and URL (if  
necessary) then select Save to save the bookmark.  
Note:  
Note:  
Bookmarking a page does not store the page contents, just its address.  
Some pages cannot be bookmarked. Whether a particular Web page may  
be marked is controlled by its creator.  
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AccessingaBookmark  
To access a bookmark:  
1. Access the Sprint PCS Vision menu by pressing  
2. Select Bookmarks.  
(Menu).  
3. Highlight the bookmark you’d like to access then press  
to  
go to the Website.  
DeletingaBookmark  
1. From the bookmark list, select the bookmark you want to delete  
then press the right softkey  
.
2. Select Delete then press  
.
3. Press  
Note:  
(OK) .  
If you want to delete all bookmarks, select Delete All at step 2 above.  
ReloadingaWebPage  
1. Access the Sprint PCS Vision menu by pressing  
or  
(Menu)  
.
2. Select Refresh.  
RestartingtheWebBrowser  
If the Web browser appears to be malfunctioning or stops  
responding, you can usually fix the problem by simply restarting  
the browser.  
1. Access the Sprint PCS Vision menu by pressing  
or  
(Menu)  
.
2. Select Preferences.  
3. Select RestartBrowser.  
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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  
Vision 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.  
These include SMS Text Messaging (page 113), Instant Messaging,  
Email, and Chat. (Sprint PCS Voicemail provides voicemail-to-  
mailbox messaging. For information on using your phone’s voicemail  
feature, see “Using Voicemail”on page 108.)  
Accessing Sprint PCS Mail  
Sprint PCS Mail allows you to perform many of the typical email  
functions from your Sprint PCS Vision Phone that you can from your  
personal computer. You can manage your Sprint PCS Mail account  
from your Sprint PCS Vision Phone or from your personal computer  
To access Sprint PCS Mail from your phone:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
2. Select Messaging ( ).  
) (The browser will launch and go to the Email  
(Menu).  
3. Select Email  
(
page.)  
For information and instructions about reading, replying to, and  
composing Sprint PCS Mail, please see the Sprint PCS Vision User’s  
AccessingAdditional Email Providers  
With Sprint PCS Vision, you can use popular email services such as  
AOL® Mail, Yahoo!® Mail, MSN Hotmail and EarthLink® to keep in  
touch, even while you’re on the go.  
To access email providers from your Sprint PCSVision Phone:  
1. From the Sprint PCS Vision home page, select Messaging.  
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2. Select Email  
3. Select an email provider, such as AOLMail, MSN Hotmail,  
Yahoo!Email, orEarthlink  
(
).  
.
4. Use your keypad to enter the required sign in information for  
the selected provider, such as user name, email address, and/or  
password, then select Sign In. (Your mailbox for the selected  
provider will display.)  
Note:  
The information required for sign in will vary depending on the email  
provider you are accessing.  
5. Follow the onscreen instructions to read, reply to, compose,  
send, and manage your email account.  
Accessing Instant Messaging  
Sprint PCS Vision also provides you with access to popular instant  
TM  
messaging (IM) clients, including AOL® Instant Messenger , MSN®  
Messenger, and Yahoo!® Messenger.  
To access instant messaging clients from your Sprint PCSVision  
Phone:  
1. From the Sprint PCS Vision home page, select Messaging  
2. Select Instant Messaging ).  
3. Select an email provider, such as AOL Instant Messenger, MSN  
Messenger, orYahoo! Messenger  
4. Use your keypad to enter the required sign in information for  
(
).  
(
.
the selected provider, such as user name and/or password, then  
select Sign In. (Your IM screen for the selected provider will  
display.)  
Note:  
The information required for sign in will vary depending on the instant  
messaging provider you are accessing.  
5. Follow the onscreen instructions to read, reply to, compose,  
send, and manage your IM account.  
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Accessing Wireless Chatrooms  
Sprint PCS Vision gives you the ability to join wireless chatrooms  
from your Sprint PCS Vision Phone, to send text messages and icons  
to chatroom participants, or to launch a one-on-one (private)  
chatroom.  
To access a chatroom from the browser:  
1. Press  
2. Select Messaging  
3. Select Chat ).  
4. Select Enter. (You will see a disclaimer for Wireless Chat.)  
5. Select I Agree ) to accept the disclaimer.  
to launch the browser.  
(
).  
(
(
6. Use your keypad to enter a nickname then select Enter.  
(The chat menu will display.)  
7. Select a chatroom from the menu (for example, “Friends”or  
“Singles”) then press Go  
(
) to enter.  
8. Once in the chatroom, you may scroll through the postings to  
read messages from other chatroom participants and use your  
keypad to enter your own messages.  
Note:  
For information about posting to chatrooms or setting up one-on-one  
sessions, please see the Sprint PCS Vision User’s Guide at  
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Sending Sprint PCS Picture Mail  
To send a new message:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Messaging (  
).  
-or -  
Press  
3. Select Send Message  
4. Select Picture Mail  
5. Select From My Pictures or Take New Picture then press  
(OK) Phone automatically goes into camera mode.)  
(Messaging) to access the messaging menu.  
(
).  
(
).  
.
(
6. Take new picture then press  
- or -  
or  
(Next)  
.
Select a picture then press  
or  
(Select)  
.
7. Under Add Recipient, input the phone number or Email address  
then press  
(Next)  
.
Press  
(Options) to choose from one of the following  
options: From Recent list.  
8. To record a voice memo, press  
(Record) under Voice Memo.  
9. To add a text message, press  
under Text Message.  
Press  
(Options) to choose the text input mode.  
10. To send the picture, press  
(Send).  
Note:  
For further details, see Section 2J: Using Your Phone's Built-in Camera on  
page 94.  
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Downloading Premium Services Content  
With Sprint PCS Vision and your new Sprint PCS Phone, you have  
access to a wide variety of downloadable games, ringers, screen  
savers, and other applications. The instructions below offer an  
overview of the basic steps required to download items to your  
phone.  
Accessing the Download Menus  
To access the Sprint PCSVision download menus from standby  
mode:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu) or press the  
Navigation Key down.  
2. Select Downloads (  
).  
3. Select Games (  
), Ringers (  
), or Others (  
), ScreenSavers (  
).  
),  
or  
Applications (  
4. Select GetNew with the Navigation Key then press  
.
(The browser will launch and display the appropriate download  
menu.)  
5. To end the application, press  
. (The phone will return to  
standby mode.)  
To access the Sprint PCSVision download menus from theWeb  
browser:  
From the Sprint PCS Vision Home page, select Games, Ringers,  
Screen Savers, or Applications to go to the corresponding  
download menu. (For more information on navigating the Web,  
see "Browsing the Web" on page 120.)  
Downloading an Item  
Once you’ve decided on an item to download, highlight it then  
press  
. 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 LicenseDetails page, which outlines the price,  
license type, and length of license for the download, and the Termsof  
Use page, which details the Premium Services Terms of Use and your  
responsibility for payment.  
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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.)  
Note:  
If you have not previously purchased an item, you will be prompted to  
create your purchasing profile.  
2. Select an option to continue:  
Press  
(Use) to view, to listen to, or to play the  
downloaded item.  
Press  
(Shop) to look for other items to download.  
Press and hold  
standby mode.  
to quit the browser and return to  
Using My Content Manager  
Whether you purchase your Premium Services content from your  
Sprint PCS Phone or from your online account management page at  
www.sprintpcs.com, all of your purchases are stored in My Content  
Manager and may be downloaded to your phone from there.  
My Content Manager is a storage area on the enhanced Sprint  
Nationwide PCS Network that is assigned specifically to your  
account. It allows you to store all of your Premium Service  
downloadable files. The files remain in My Content Manager until  
their license terms have expired - even after you have downloaded  
the content to your phone. This provides you with a convenient  
place to access information about your downloaded files without  
having to store the information in your phone’s memory.  
To access My Content Manager:  
1. From the Sprint PCS Vision home page, select  
Downloads (  
).  
2. Select My Content Manager (  
). (A list of your purchased  
items will display.)  
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To download purchased content from My Content Manager:  
1. From the My Content Manager display (previous page), highlight  
the item you wish to download then press  
.
(The information page for the selected item will display.)  
2. Scroll to highlight Download then press . (The item will  
download automatically. When the New Download screen  
appears, the item has been successfully downloaded to your  
phone.)  
3. Select an option to continue:  
Select Use  
to assign the downloaded item  
(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.  
Select Shop  
to browse for other items to download.  
Press to quit the browser and return to standby mode.  
Checking Data Folder Memory  
Downloaded files are saved to the data folder in your phone.  
To view your data folder's memory status:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
2. Select Downloads ( ).  
3. Select a download type.  
(Menu).  
4. Select Options and MemoryStatus, then press  
.
(The memory status will be displayed.)  
5. Press  
to exit.  
Erasing a Downloaded File  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Downloads (  
3. Highlight a download type then press  
4. Highlight the file you wish to erase then press  
5. Select Erase  
).  
.
(Options).  
.
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Games  
Accessing Games  
You can play a variety of entertaining and graphically-rich games  
on your Sprint PCS Vision Phone. New games are easy to  
download and play.  
Tip:  
For complete instructions on downloading, see "Downloading Premium  
Services Content" on page 127.  
DownloadingGames  
To download a game to your Sprint PCSVision Phone:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Downloads (  
).  
3. Select Games (  
).  
4. Highlight GetNew then press  
. (The browser will launch  
and take you to the Games download menu.)  
5. Use the Navigation Key to highlight then select a game you wish  
to download. (For more information on navigating the Web, see  
“Browsing the Web”on page 120.)  
6. Select Buy from the item information page. (The game will  
download automatically. When the New Download screen  
appears, the game has been successfully downloaded to your  
phone.)  
Note:  
If you have not previously purchased an item, you will be prompted to  
create your purchasing profile.  
7. Select an option to continue:  
Select Use to quit your Vision session and launch the game.  
Select Shop to browse for other items to purchase.  
Press  
to quit the browser and return to standby mode.  
PlayingGames  
To play a downloaded game on your Sprint PCS Phone:  
1. To access the main menu, press (Menu).  
2. Select Downloads (  
).  
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3. Select Games (  
).  
4. Select the game you wish to play, then press  
(Options).  
5. Select Runthen press  
.
6. Select Yes then press  
if a prompt displays with the days  
remaining on the game license and asks if you want to continue.  
7. Follow the on screen instructions to play the game. (When you  
are finished, select Exit (or Quit) or press and hold  
.)  
Note:  
If your game license has expired, a prompt will display "The content has  
expired." Select Yes ( ) to exit or No ( ) to cancel.  
ViewingGameProperties  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Downloads (  
).  
3. Select Games (  
).  
4. Select the game you wish to access, then press  
(Options).  
5. Select Properties then press  
. (A screen will display the  
Properties)  
PlayingNetworkAccessGames  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Downloads (  
).  
3. Select Games (  
).  
4. Select the game you wish to access, then press  
(Options).  
5. Select NetworkAccess then press  
.
ErasingDownloadedGames  
To erase a downloaded game from your Sprint PCS Phone:  
1. To access the main menu, press (Menu).  
2. Select Downloads (  
).  
3. Select Games (  
).  
4. Select the game you wish to erase, then press  
(Options).  
5. Select Erase then press  
.
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Ringers  
Accessing Ringers  
Tip:  
For complete instructions on downloading, see "Downloading Premium  
Services Content" on page 127.  
DownloadingRingers  
To download an available ringer to your phone:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Downloads (  
).  
3. Select Ringers (  
).  
4. Highlight GetNew then press  
. (The browser will launch  
and take you to the Ringer download menu.)  
5. Use the Navigation Key to highlight then select a ringer you  
wish to download. (For more information on navigating the  
Web, see “Browsing the Web”on page 120.)  
6. Select Buy from the item information page. (The ringer will  
download automatically. When the New Download screen  
appears, the ringer has been successfully downloaded to your  
phone.)  
Note:  
If you have not previously purchased an item, you will be prompted to  
create your purchasing profile.  
7. Select an option to continue:  
Select Use to quit your Vision session and assign the ringer.  
Select Shop to browse for other items to purchase.  
Press  
to quit the browser and return to standby mode.  
Note:  
You may store up to 26 downloaded ringers on your phone. Additional  
downloads will be stored in your personal vault.  
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ListeningtoRingers  
To listen to a downloaded ringer on your Sprint PCSVision Phone:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Downloads (  
).  
3. Select Ringers (  
).  
4. Select the ringer you wish to listen to then press  
(Options).  
5. Select Listenthen press  
.
ViewingRingerProperties  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Downloads (  
).  
3. Select Ringers (  
).  
4. Select the ringer you wish to access, then press  
(Options).  
5. Select Propertiesthen press  
.
AssigningDownloadedRingers  
Downloaded ringers may be assigned directly from the Downloads  
menu or through the Settings menu.  
To assign a downloaded ringer through the Settings menu, see  
“Selecting Ringer Types for Voice Callon page 30 or “Selecting  
Ringer Types for Messagingon page 30.  
To assign a downloaded ringer from the Downloads menu:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Downloads (  
).  
3. Select Ringers (  
).  
4. Select the ringer you wish to assign, then press  
(Options).  
5. Press SetAs, then select the call type for which you would like  
to assign the ringer: Voice Calls (With Caller ID/No Caller ID),  
Messages, Voicemail, or Phonebook.  
Note:  
You may assign a ringer to more than one type of call.  
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ErasingDownloadedRingers  
To erase a downloaded ringer from your Sprint PCSVision Phone:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Downloads (  
).  
3. Select Ringers (  
).  
4. Select the ringer you wish to erase, then press  
(Options).  
5. Select Erase then press  
.
PurchasingRingers  
You can purchase ringers directly from your phone by following the  
Note:  
My Content Manager saves items for up to 90 days. Once an item has been  
downloaded to your phone, you may keep the file for as long as you like.  
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Screen Savers  
Accessing Screen Savers  
Tip:  
For complete instructions on downloading, see "Downloading Premium  
Services Content" on page 127.  
DownloadingScreenSavers  
To download available Screen Savers to your phone:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Downloads (  
).  
3. Select ScreenSavers (  
).  
4. Highlight GetNew then press  
. (The browser will launch  
and take you to the Screen Savers download menu.)  
5. Use the Navigation Key to highlight then select a screen saver  
you wish to download. (For more information on navigating the  
Web, see “Browsing the Web”on page 120.)  
6. Select Buy from the item information page. (The screen saver  
will download automatically. When the New Download screen  
appears, the screen saver has been successfully downloaded to  
your phone.)  
Note:  
If you have not previously purchased an item, you will be prompted to  
create your purchasing profile.  
7. Select an option to continue:  
Select Use to quit your Vision session and assign the screen  
saver.  
Select Shop to browse for other items to purchase.  
Press  
to quit the browser and return to standby mode.  
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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ViewingScreenSavers  
To view a downloaded Screen Savers on your Sprint PCSVision  
Phone:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Downloads (  
).  
3. Select ScreenSavers (  
).  
4. Select the Screen Savers you wish to view, then press  
(Options).  
5. Select Viewthen press  
.
ViewingScreenSaverProperties  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Downloads (  
).  
3. Select ScreenSavers (  
).  
4. Select the Screen Savers you wish to view, then press  
(Options).  
5. Select Propertiesthen press  
.
AssigningDownloadedScreenSavers  
Downloaded Screen Savers may be assigned directly from the  
Downloads menu and are also available through the Settings menu.  
To assign a downloaded Screen Saver through the Settings menu,  
see “Display Settings”on page 34.  
To assign a downloaded Screen Saver from the Downloads menu:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Downloads (  
).  
3. Select ScreenSavers (  
).  
4. Select the Screen Saver you wish to assign, then press  
(Options).  
5. Press SetAs then select the assignment for the Screen Saver:  
Standby.  
Note:  
You may assign a Screen Saver to more than one task.  
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ErasingDownloadedScreenSavers  
To erase a downloaded Screen Savers from your Sprint PCSVision  
Phone:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Downloads (  
).  
3. Select ScreenSavers (  
).  
4. Select the Screen Saver you wish to erase, then press  
(Options).  
5. Select Erasethen press  
.
PurchasingScreenSavers  
You can purchase Screen Savers directly from your phone by  
following the instructions on page 135, or through www.sprintpcs.com  
Note:  
My Content Manager saves items for up to 90 days. Once an item has been  
downloaded to your phone, you may keep the file for as long as you like.  
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Accessing Applications and Others  
Tip:  
For complete instructions on downloading, see "Downloading Premium  
Services Content" on page 127.  
DownloadingApplications  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Downloads (  
).  
).  
3. Select Applications (  
4. Highlight GetNew then press  
. (The browser will launch  
and take you to the download menu.)  
5. Use the Navigation Key to highlight then select a file you wish to  
download. (For more information on navigating the Web, see  
“Browsing the Web”on page 120.)  
6. Select Buy from the item information page. (The application  
will download automatically. When the New Download screen  
appears, the application has been successfully downloaded to  
your phone.)  
Note:  
If you have not previously purchased an item, you will be prompted to  
create your purchasing profile.  
7. Select an option to continue:  
Select Use to quit your Vision session and launch the  
application.  
Select Shop to browse for other items to purchase.  
Press  
to quit the browser and return to standby mode.  
DownloadingOtherFiles  
To download an available file to your phone:  
1. To access the main menu, press  
(Menu).  
2. Select Downloads (  
).  
3. Select Others (  
).  
4. Highlight GetNew then press  
. (The browser will launch  
and take you to the download menu.)  
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5. Use the Navigation Key to highlight then select a file you wish to  
download. (For more information on navigating the Web, see  
“Browsing the Web”on page 120.)  
6. Select Buy from the item information page. (The item will  
download automatically. When the New Download screen  
appears, the item has been successfully downloaded to your  
phone.)  
Note:  
If you have not previously purchased an item, you will be prompted to  
create your purchasing profile.  
7. Select an option to continue:  
Select Use to quit your Vision session and assign or launch  
the item.  
Select Shop to browse for other items to purchase.  
Press  
to quit the browser and return to standby mode.  
Note:  
You may store a limited number of downloaded items on your phone,  
depending on the file sizes. Additional downloads will be stored in My  
Content Manager.  
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Web  
Exploring the Web  
With the Web on your Sprint PCS Vision Phone, you can browse full-  
color graphic versions – not just text versions – of your favorite  
Websites, making it easier than ever to stay informed while on the go.  
Check sports scores, trade stocks, and shop on your Sprint PCS  
Phone anywhere within the enhanced Sprint Nationwide PCS  
Network.  
In addition to the features already covered in this section, the  
Sprint PCS Vision Home page offers always-on 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.  
News: Get up-to-the-minute news regarding finance, business,  
sports, then entertainment at sites like CNN, Bloomberg, USA  
Today, and Forbes.  
Weather: Access The Weather Channel to get current weather  
conditions and forecasts.  
Entertainment: Get the latest buzz on your favorite stars, as well as  
movie and music reviews, at Websites like E! Online, Pocket  
TM  
BoxOffice , and TastNtalk.  
Sports: Enjoy current news, statistics, and sports scores, as well as  
updates of events in progress at ESPN.com and other sports sites.  
Finance: Use Websites like Bloomberg, Fidelity, and Forbes to get  
stock quotes, make trades, and check your bank account online.  
Travel: Access flight information and make dining arrangements  
from travel Websites like Saber and Fodors.  
Shopping: Browse or purchase from popular shopping Websites  
like Amazon.com or Edmunds.  
Tools: 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.  
My Account: Check minutes and Sprint PCS Vision usage, view  
your current invoice, or make a payment.  
Google Search: Launch a Google search in one of three classes:  
Sprint PCS Web, Images, or Internet.  
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Sprint PCSVision FAQs  
HowwillIknowwhenmyphoneisreadyforSprintPCS Vision  
service?  
Your User name (for example, [email protected]) will  
appear under the Settings > Phone Info. menu. (See “Phone  
Information”on page 48.)  
HowdoIenableSprintPCS Visionforthefirsttime?  
You are automatically enabled to access Sprint PCS Vision services  
when you turn on your phone.  
HowdoIknowwhenmyphoneisconnectedtoSprintPCS  
Visionservices?  
Your phone automatically connects when Sprint PCS Vision Service  
is used or an incoming message arrives. Your phone will also display  
the  
icon. (Connecting takes about 10-12 seconds.)  
CanImakecallsanduseSprintPCS Visionservicesatthe  
sametime?  
You cannot use voice and Sprint PCS Vision services simultaneously.  
If you receive a call while Sprint PCS 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 Sprint PCS Vision  
service session.  
Whenismydataconnectionactive?  
Your connection is active when data is being transferred. Outgoing  
calls are allowed, but incoming calls go directly to voicemail. When  
active, the  
indicator flashes on your phone’s display screen.  
Whenismydataconnectiondormant?  
If no data is received for 10 seconds, the connection goes dormant.  
When the connection is dormant, voice calls are allowed. (The  
connection may quickly become active again.) If no data is received  
for an extended period of time, the connection will terminate.  
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CanIdisableSprintPCSVisiondataservices?  
You can disable Sprint PCS Vision without turning off your phone:  
however, you will not be able to browse the Web or use other Sprint  
PCS Vision services. While Vision is disabled, you can still place or  
receive phone calls, check voicemail, and use other voice services.  
You may enable Sprint PCS Vision again at any time.  
To disable Sprint PCS Vision, go to Settings (  
) > PCSVision (  
)
> DisablePCSVision (  
) in your phone’s menu.  
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Section 3C  
SM  
Sprint PCSVoice Command  
In This Section  
SM  
Getting Started with Sprint PCS Voice Command  
Creating Your Own Address Book  
Making a Call With Sprint PCS Voice Command  
WithSprint, thefirstwirelessprovidertoofferinnovativeSprintPCSVoice  
Commandtechnology, reachingyourfriends, family, andco-workershas  
neverbeeneasierespeciallywhenyou’reonthego. You can even listen to  
Web-based information such as news, stock quotes, 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 PCSVoice  
TM  
Command  
With Sprint PCS Voice Command:  
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’sEasytoGetStarted  
Just dial  
from your Sprint PCS Phone to contact  
Sprint Customer Service to set up your Sprint PCS Voice  
Command service. (There is a monthly charge for Sprint PCS  
Voice Command.)  
Creating Your OwnAddress Book  
You can program up to 300 names into your personal address book,  
with each name having up to five phone numbers. That’s 1,500  
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:  
UseVoiceRecordings: 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 once.  
OntheWeb: Go to www.talk.sprintpcs.com and receive a fully  
functional Web-based address book to create and update  
your contacts.  
UseanExistingAddressBook: Automatically merge address books  
SM  
from desktop software applications with Sprint Sync Services for  
no additional charge. Simply click on the “Click to synchronize”  
button within your Sprint PCS Voice Command personal address  
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CallDirectoryAssistance: If you don’t have a computer or Internet  
access handy, you can have Sprint PCS Directory Assistance look  
up phone numbers for you and automatically add them to your  
address book. Just say “Call operator”and we’ll add two names  
and numbers to your address book for our standard directory  
assistance charge.  
Making a Call With Sprint PCS  
Voice Command  
1. Once you’ve signed up for Sprint PCS Voice Command and  
created your address book, all you need to do is press  
(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. Say “No”if you wish  
to cancel. (The number will automatically be dialed.)  
Note:  
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.  
For more helpful hints on Sprint PCS Voice Command, including a list of  
recognized commands and an interactive tutorial, visit  
Note:  
Sprint PCS Voice Command is not available while roaming off the  
enhanced Sprint Nationwide Sprint PCS Network.  
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Section 4  
Safety Guidelines  
and  
Warranty Information  
Section 4A  
Safety  
In This Section  
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 Guide Proprietary Notice  
PartofgettingthemostoutofyourSprintPCSVisionPhoneislearning  
howthephoneworksandhowtocareforit. 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  
KeepingTabsonSignalStrength  
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.  
UnderstandingthePowerSaveFeature  
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.  
UnderstandingHowYourPhoneOperates  
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.  
KnowingRadioFrequencySafety  
The design of your PCS Vision 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).  
MaintainingYourPhone’sPeakPerformance  
There are several simple guidelines to operating your phone properly and  
maintaining safe, satisfactory service.  
Hold the phone with the antenna raised, fully-extended, and over your  
shoulder.  
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.  
Note:  
For the best care of your phone, only Sprint authorized personnel should service your  
phone and accessories. Faulty service may void the warranty.  
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Maintaining Safe Use of andAccess to  
Your Phone  
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS  
PERSONAL INJURY AND POSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGE  
UsingYourPhoneWhileDriving  
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:  
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.  
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.  
Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may divert your  
attention from the road.  
Dial  
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.  
Tip:  
Purchase an optional hands-free car kit at your local Sprint Store, or call the  
Sprint PCS Accessory Hotline at 1-800-974-2221 or by dialing  
SM  
on your Sprint PCS Vision Phone.  
FollowingSafetyGuidelines  
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.  
UsingYourPhoneNearOtherElectronicDevices  
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  
manufacturer or their representative to determine if these systems are adequately  
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shielded from external RF signals. Also check with the manufacturer regarding any  
equipment that has been added to your vehicle.  
Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices, such as pacemakers and  
hearing aids, to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF signals.  
Note:  
Always turn off the phone in health care facilities and request permission before  
using the phone near medical equipment.  
TurningOffYourPhoneBeforeFlying  
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.  
TurningOffYourPhoneinDangerousAreas  
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:  
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.  
Any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle’s  
engine.  
Note:  
Never transport or store flammable gas, liquid or explosives in the compartment of  
your vehicle that contains your phone or accessories.  
RestrictingChildren’sAccesstoYourPhone  
Your phone is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with it as they could hurt  
themselves and others, damage the phone or make calls that increase your  
Sprint PCS Invoice.  
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Caring for the Battery  
ProtectingYourBattery  
The guidelines listed below help you get the most out of your battery’s  
performance.  
Use only Sprint-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.  
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.  
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.  
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)  
DisposalofLithiumIon(LiIon)Batteries  
For safe disposal options of your LiIon batteries, contact your nearest Sprint  
authorized service center.  
SpecialNote:Be sure to dispose of your battery properly. In some areas, the  
disposal of batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited.  
Note:  
For safety, do not handle a damaged or leaking LiIon battery.  
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Acknowledging Special Precautions and the  
FCC Notice  
FCC Notice  
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-WornOperation  
To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines, if you wear a handset on  
your body, use the Sprint supplied or approved carrying case, holster or other  
body-worn accessory. If you do not use a body-worn accessory, ensure the antenna  
is at least 7/16 inch (1.5 centimeters) from your body when transmitting. Use of  
non-Sprint approved accessories may violate FCC RF exposure guidelines.  
For more information about RF exposure, visit the FCC Website at www.fcc.gov.  
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SpecificAbsorptionRates(SAR)forWirelessPhones  
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 CDM-8912 are:  
AMPSmode(Part22):  
Head:1.050W/kg; Body-worn: 0.422 W/kg  
PCSmode(Part24):  
Head: 1.190 W/kg; Body-worn: 0.319 W/kg  
FCCRadiofrequencyEmission  
This phone meets the FCC Radiofrequency Emission Guidelines.  
FCC ID number: PP4TX-115C. More information on the phone's SAR can be found  
from the following FCC Website: http://www.fcc.gov/oet/fccid.  
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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:  
Whatisradiofrequencyenergy(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).  
Howisradiofrequencyenergyused?  
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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Howisradiofrequencyradiationmeasured?  
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).  
WhatbiologicaleffectscanbecausedbyRFenergy?  
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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WhatlevelsofRFenergyareconsideredsafe?  
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:  
WhyhastheFCCadoptedguidelinesforRFexposure?  
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  
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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.)  
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)].  
HowcanIobtaintheSpecificAbsorptionRate(SAR)valueformy  
wirelessphone?  
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:  
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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 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 Websites. In  
addition, some non-government Websites 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.  
Dohands-freekitsforwirelessphonesreducerisksfromexposuretoRF  
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.  
DowirelessphoneaccessoriesthatclaimtoshieldtheheadfromRF  
radiationwork?  
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,  
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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.  
Whatarewirelesstelephonebasestations?  
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.  
Arewirelesstelephonebasestationssafe?  
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  
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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 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  
TransmittingAntenna RF Emission Safety:Rules, Procedures, and Practical  
Whoregulatesexposuretoradiationfrommicrowaveovens, televisionsets  
andcomputermonitors?  
The Food and Drug Administration is responsible for protecting the public from  
harmful radiation emissions from these consumer products.  
DoestheFCCroutinelymonitorradiofrequencyradiationfromantennas?  
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 in A Local Government Official's Guide toTransmittingAntenna RF  
Emission Safety:Rules, Procedures, and Practical Guidance. This Guide can be  
accessed at: http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety. Potential exposure problems should  
be brought to the FCC's attention by contacting the FCC RF Safety Program at:  
202-418-2464 or by email: [email protected].  
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DoestheFCCmaintainadatabasethatincludesinformationonthelocation  
andtechnicalparametersofallthetransmittingtowersitregulates?  
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 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,  
you can contact Donald Campbell at [email protected] or 202-418-2405.  
Canlocalandstategovernmentalbodiesestablishlimitsfor  
RFexposure?  
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  
Dowirelessphonesposeahealthhazard?  
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  
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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.  
WhatisFDA'sroleconcerningthesafetyofwirelessphones?  
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  
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:  
Support needed research into possible biological effects of RF of the  
type emitted by wireless phones;  
Design wireless phones in a way that minimizes any RF exposure to the  
user that is not necessary for device function; and  
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:  
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health  
Environmental Protection Agency  
Federal Communications Commission  
Occupational Safety and Health Administration  
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.  
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Whatkindsofphonesarethesubjectofthisupdate?  
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.  
Whataretheresultsoftheresearchdonealready?  
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.  
WhatresearchisneededtodecidewhetherRFexposurefromwireless  
phonesposesahealthrisk?  
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.  
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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.  
WhatisFDAdoingtofindoutmoreaboutthepossiblehealtheffectsof  
wirelessphoneRF?  
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.  
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.  
WhatstepscanItaketoreducemyexposuretoradiofrequencyenergyfrom  
mywirelessphone?  
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.  
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.  
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Whataboutchildrenusingwirelessphones?  
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.  
Whataboutwirelessphoneinterferencewithmedicalequipment?  
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.  
WhichotherfederalagencieshaveresponsibilitiesrelatedtopotentialRF  
healtheffects?  
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  
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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  
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  
industrial use. More information is available from: www.fda.gov/cdrh.  
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:http://www.osha-  
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  
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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 Website for RF biological effects information is listed with  
other sites in conjunction with a question on other sources of information,  
below.  
Whofundsandcarriesoutresearchonthebiologicaleffectsof  
RFenergy?  
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.  
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 Website 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.  
HowdoesFCCAuditCellPhoneRF?  
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  
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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: SprintPCSVisionPicturePhonePM-8912byAudiovox.  
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’sWarranty  
In This Section  
TermsandConditions  
Manufacturer’sWarranty  
YourSprintPCSVisionPhonehasbeendesignedtoprovideyouwith  
reliable, worry-freeservice. 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.  
A para solicitar esta literatura en español, por favor contactar a  
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.  
ActivatingService. 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.  
TermCommitments. 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  
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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  
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.  
UsingServices. 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. Youarealsoresponsible  
foranyuseofourServicesthroughanywirelessdeviceonyouraccountincluding,  
butnotlimitedto, usebychildrenorminors. Westronglyrecommendthatyouclosely  
monitoranysuchusage.  
ChangingServices. 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.  
TerminationofServices. 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 TERMSERVICE  
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.  
WirelessDevices, Numbers&E-mailAddresses. 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  
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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.  
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). Allcoveragemapsarehighlevelrepresentationsofoutdoor  
coverageandtherearegapsincoveragewithinareasshownascoveredonthemaps.  
Coverageisnotavailableeverywhere, norcanweguaranteeyouwillreceive  
coverageatalltimes, orwithoutinterruptionsordelays(e.g., droppedcalls, blocked  
calls, etc.)inthecoverageareasweidentify. ActualcoverageandqualityofServices  
maybeaffectedbyconditionswithinorbeyondourcontrol, includingnetwork  
problems, software, signalstrength, yourequipment, structures(includingbuildings  
inwhichyoumaybelocated), atmospheric, geographic, ortopographicconditions.  
RoamingCoverage. 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.  
SprintPCSVisionCharges. 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  
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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.), 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 websites 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.  
TaxesandSurcharges. 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. Pastdueamountsaccruelatechargesuntilpaidattherateof5%  
permonthoratthehighestrateallowedbylawandmayresultinimmediate  
suspensionofyouraccount. 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  
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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.  
DisputedCharges. 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.  
AccountSpendingLimit&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 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.  
OtherSprintPCSVisionTerms. 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  
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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 timeframe (month, week, day, or other time period).  
VoiceCommand. 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.  
WirelessWeb. 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.  
LostorStolenEquipment. If your device is lost or stolen, please notify us  
immediately by calling 1-888-211-4PCS. Youareresponsibleforallchargesincurred  
beforeyounotifyusofthelossortheft. 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 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.  
CallerID. 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.  
TTYAccess. 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.  
DisclaimerofWarranties. 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.  
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LimitationofLiability. 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  
your, 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. Intheeventwearefoundtoberesponsibletoyouformonetarydamages  
relatingtotheServices(includingwirelessdevices), youagreethatanysuch  
damageswillnotexceedthepro-ratedmonthlyrecurringchargeforyourServices  
duringtheaffectedperiod.  
NOCONSEQUENTIALOROTHERDAMAGES. 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  
COST OF REPLACEMENT PRODUCTS AND SERVICES. THIS SECTION SURVIVES  
TERMINATION OF THIS AGREEMENT.  
MANDATORYARBITRATIONOFDISPUTES. 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  
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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.  
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.  
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Terms of Picture Mail Service  
The Picture Mail service (“Service”) – including access to and use of the services at  
www.sprint.com/picturemail – 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. MembershipFees  
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.  
3. PictureMailPassword  
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. PhotoLoss  
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. UseofRelatedSoftware  
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.  
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6. UseofPictureMail  
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. MemberConduct  
(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 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  
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local, state, national, or international law or regulation; or (6) "junk mail," "spam,"  
"chain letters," or unsolicited mass distribution of email.  
8. PrivacyStatement  
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.  
PRIVACYPOLICY  
(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:  
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)AnonymousInformation  
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.  
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(c)UseOfCookies  
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)AdvertisementsOnSprintWebsites  
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.  
(e)PersonallyIdentifiableInformation  
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  
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.  
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(f)DisclosureToThirdParties  
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)EmailCommunications  
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.  
(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)AccountInformation  
You may always contact us at [email protected] or by telephone or mail to  
verify your name, address, email address, telephone number and/or billing  
information. Sprint will correct any information that is inaccurate.  
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(l)Questions  
If you have questions or comments regarding this Privacy Policy, you may contact  
us at [email protected]. If you have submitted personally identifiable  
information, and would like that information deleted from our records, please  
contact us at our email address, [email protected]. We will use reasonable  
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. UsageandStorage  
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.  
10. NoResaleofServiceorSoftware  
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. ProprietaryRights  
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. ChangestotheServiceandTerminationoftheService  
(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.  
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(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,  
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,  
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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 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. GeneralProvisions  
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  
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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  
Audiovox Communications Corp. (the Company) warrants to the original retail  
purchaser of this Audiovox handheld portable cellular telephone, that should this  
product or any part thereof during normal consumer usage and conditions, be  
proven defective in material or workmanship that results in product failure within  
the first twelve (12) months period from the date of purchase, such defect(s) will  
be repaired or replaced (with new or rebuilt parts) at the Company’s option,  
without charge for parts or labor directly related to the defect(s).  
The antenna, keypad, display, rechargeable battery and battery charger, if included,  
are similarly warranted for twelve (12) months from date of purchase.  
This Warranty extends only to consumers who purchase the product in the United  
States or Canada and it is not transferable or assignable.  
This Warranty does not apply to:  
(a) Product subjected to abnormal use or conditions, accident, mishandling,  
neglect, unauthorized alteration, misuse, improper installation or repair or  
improper storage;  
(b) Product whose mechanical serial number or electronic serial number has been  
removed, altered or defaced.  
(c) Damage from exposure to moisture, humidity, excessive temperatures or  
extreme environmental conditions;  
(d) Damage resulting from connection to, or use of any accessory or other product  
not approved or authorized by the Company;  
(e) Defects in appearance, cosmetic, decorative or structural items such as framing  
and non-operative parts;  
(f) Product damaged from external causes such as fire, flooding, dirt, sand, weather  
conditions, battery leakage, blown fuse, theft or improper usage of any electrical  
source.  
The Company disclaims liability for removal or reinstallation of the product, for  
geographic coverage, for inadequate signal reception by the antenna or for  
communications range or operation of the cellular system as a whole.  
To obtain repairs or replacement within the terms of this Warranty, the product  
should be delivered with proof of Warranty coverage (e.g. dated bill of sale), the  
consumer’s return address, daytime phone number and/or fax number and  
complete description of the problem, transportation prepaid, to the Company at  
the addressshown below or to the place of purchase for repair or replacement  
processing.  
In addition, for reference to an authorized Warranty station in your area, you may  
telephone in the United States (800) 229-1235, and in Canada (800) 465-9672 (in  
Ontario call 905-712-9299).  
Section 4B:Terms & Conditions / Warranty  
188  
THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS  
LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND, IN NO  
EVENT, SHALL THE COMPANY’S LAIBILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID  
BY PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT.  
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF  
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE  
LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. ANY ACTION FOR  
BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF 18  
MONTHS FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN NO CASE SHALL THE  
COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR AN SPECIAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL  
DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR  
IMPLIED, WHATSOEVER. THE COMPANY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE DELAY  
IN RENDERING SERVICE UNDER THIS WARRANTY OR LOSS OF USE DURING  
THE TIME THE PRODUCT IS BEING REPAIRED OR REPLACED.  
No person or representative is authorized to assume for the Company any liability  
other than expressed herein in connection with the sale of this product.  
Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty  
lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damage so the  
above limitation or exclusions 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 or province to province.  
Section 4B:Terms & Conditions / Warranty  
189  
Copyright © 2004 Sprint Spectrum L.P. All rights reserved. No reproduction in whole or in part without prior  
written approval. Sprint, the diamond logo design, and all other Sprint marks referenced herein are trademarks  
of Sprint Communications Company L.P. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.  
K
Key Functions 9  
Key Guard 17  
Index  
A
L
Adding a New Internal Phone  
Book Entry 74  
Language 44  
Location Settings 39  
Lock Phone 50  
Airplane Mode 42  
Alarm 82  
Answering Calls 16  
Auto Answer 43  
M
Making a Three-Way Call 115  
Memo Pad 80  
Missed Call Notification 17  
Muting a Call 18  
My Pictures 98  
My Phone Number 75  
B
Browsing the Web 120  
C
Calculator 83  
Call Answer 42  
Calling Emergency Numbers 18  
Camera 94  
N
Net Guard 56.119  
Changing the Ringer Volume 17  
Controlling Roaming Charges  
Using Call Guard 61  
P
Phone Information 48  
R
D
Responding to Call Waiting 115  
Ringers 30  
Roaming 57  
Dialing and Saving Phone  
Numbers With Pauses 21  
Dialing From the Internal Phone  
Book 21  
Display Settings 34  
Downloading Premium Services  
Content 127  
S
Safety 147  
Saving a Phone Number 20  
Schedule 79  
Screen Savers 135  
Sending a Picture Message 126  
Sending a Text Message 113  
Send My Phone Number 18  
Setting Your Phone’s Roam  
Mode 60  
E
Entering Text 23  
Exploring the Web 140  
F
Finding a Phone Number 20  
Finding Internal Phone Book  
Entries 74  
Silent 18  
Sounds Settings 27  
Speaker Mode 17  
Speed Dial Numbers 75  
Sprint Instant Message 124  
Sprint PCS Mail 123  
Stopwatch 85  
G
Games 130  
I
Index 191  
Index  
191  
T
Taking Pictures 95  
Train Words 91  
U
Using Caller ID 115  
Using Call Forwarding 116  
Using One-Touch/Two-Touch  
Speed Dialing 22  
Using Voicemail 108  
V
Viewing History 68  
Viewing the Menus 64  
Voice Dial 89  
Voice Memo 87  
W
Warranty 188  
Wireless Chatrooms 125  
World Clock 84  
Index  
192  

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