Phone User Guide Sprint PCS Vision® Phone LX150 by LG® www.sprint.com © 2006 Sprint Nextel. All rights reserved. No reproduction in whole or in part without prior written approval. SPRINT, the “Going Forward”logo, the NEXTEL name and logo, and other trademarks are trademarks of Sprint Nextel. Printed in the U.S.A.
Table of Contents Welcome to Sprint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ii Your Phone’s Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Setting Up Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Getting Started With Sprint PCS Service . . . . . . .
Using Your Phone’s Lock Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Using Special Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 Erasing the Contacts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 Restricting Your Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 Resetting Your Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Your Phone’s Alarm Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 Using Your Phone’s Notepad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 Using Your Phone’s Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 Using Your Phone’s Voice Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Managing Voice Memos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 Using Voice-Activated Dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety and Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161 Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162 General Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163 Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone . . . . . . . . . .163 Caring for the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .166 Radiofrequency (RF) Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Introduction This Phone Guide introduces you to Sprint PCS Service and all the features of your new phone. It’s divided into four sections: ⽧ Section 1: Getting Started ⽧ Section 2: Your Phone ⽧ Section 3: Sprint PCS Service Features ⽧ Section 4: Safety and Warranty Information Throughout this guide, you’ll find tips that highlight special shortcuts and timely reminders to help you make the most of your new phone and service.
Your Phone’s Menu The following list outlines your phone’s menu structure. For more information about using your phone’s menus, see “Navigating Through Phone Menus”on page 22. 1. Bluetooth 1. Add Device 2. Trusted Devices 3. Supported Services 4. Settings 1. Audio/2. Dial-up Networking/ 3. Sending Contact/Calendar (OPP) 1. On/Off / 2. Visibility / 3. Bluetooth Info 2. Messaging 1. Send Message 2. Text Messages 3. Picture Mail 4. VoiceSMS 5. IM & Email 6. Chat & Dating 7. Voicemail 8. Settings 1.
5. Call History 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Missed Calls Incoming Calls Outgoing Calls Recent Calls Delete History 1. Missed Calls / 2. Incoming Calls / 3. Outgoing Calls / 4. Recent Calls / 5. All Calls 6. Contacts 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Find/Add Entry Groups Speed Dials My Name Card Wireless Backup Services 1. Subscribe / 2. Alert / 3. Learn More 1. Customer Service / 2. Dir Assistance / 3. Account Info / 4. Sprint Operator / 5. Voice Command 7. Voice Services 1. Voice Dial 2. Voice Memo 8.
6. 7. 8. 9. Menu Styles Font Size Backlight Power Save Mode 0. Status Light 2. Sounds 1. Ringers 2. Key Tones 3. Volume 1. Ringer 2. Earpiece 3. Key Beep 4. Application 5. Power On/Off 4. Alerts 1. Voicemail Alerts 2. Message Alerts 3. 4. 5. 6. Grid/List 1. Message / 2. Browser / 3. Notepad 1. Display / 2. Keypad Off/30 seconds/60 seconds/ 90 seconds On/Off 1. Caller ID / 2. No Caller ID / 3.
6. Signature 7. Callback Number 8. Preset Messages 7. Text Entry 1. Auto-Capital 2. Auto-Space 3. Word Choice List 4. Word Prediction 5. Word Completion 6. Use My Words 7. My Words 8. Help 8. Bluetooth 1. On/Off 2. Visibility None/Custom None/My Phone Number/Other Enable/Disable Enable/Disable Enable/Disable Enable/Disable Enable/Disable Enable/Disable On/Off Hidden/Visible for 3 Min/ Always Visible 3. Bluetooth Info 9. Wireless Backup Subscribe/Alert/Learn More 0. Security [Enter Lock Code] 1.
Section 1 Getting Started
Section 1A Setting Up Service In This Section ⽧ Getting Started With Sprint PCS Service (page 3) ⽧ Setting Up Your Voicemail (page 4) ⽧ Sprint PCS Account Passwords (page 5) ⽧ Getting Help (page 6) Setting up service on your new phone is quick and easy.This section walks you through the necessary steps to unlock your phone, set up your voicemail, establish passwords, and contact Sprint for assistance with your Sprint PCS Service.
Setting Up Service Getting Started With Sprint PCS Service Determining if Your Phone is Already Activated If you purchased your phone at a Sprint Store, it is probably activated, unlocked, and ready to use. If you received your phone in the mail, it probably has been activated; all you need to do is unlock it. If your phone is not activated, please refer to the activation card included with your phone. Unlocking Your Phone To unlock your phone, follow these easy steps: 1.
Setting UpYour Voicemail All unanswered calls to your phone are automatically transferred to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. Therefore, you will want to set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. To set up your voicemail: 1. From standby mode, press and hold . 2.
Setting Up Service Sprint PCS Account Passwords As a Sprint PCS customer, you enjoy unlimited access to your personal account information, your voicemail account, and your Sprint PCS Vision account. To ensure that no one else has access to your information, you will need to create passwords to protect your privacy. Account Password If you are the account owner, you’ll have an account password to sign on to www.sprint.com and to use when calling Sprint Customer Service.
Getting Help Visit www.sprint.com. You can go online to: 䢇 Access your account information. 䢇 Check your minutes used (depending on your Sprint PCS service plan). 䢇 View and pay your bill. 䢇 Make your life easier by enrolling in Sprint PCS online billing and automatic payment. 䢇 Purchase accessories. 䢇 Shop for the latest phones. 䢇 View available Sprint PCS service plans and options.
Setting Up Service Receiving Automated Invoicing Information For your convenience, your phone gives you access to invoicing information on your Sprint PCS account. This information includes balance due, payment received, invoicing cycle, and an estimate of the number of minutes used since your last invoicing cycle. To access automated invoicing information: 䊳 Press . Note: This service may not be available in all Affiliate areas.
Sprint PCS Operator Services Sprint PCS Operator Services provides assistance when placing collect calls or when placing calls billed to a local telephone calling card or third party. To access Sprint PCS Operator Services: 䊳 Press . For more information or to see the latest in products and services, visit us online at www.sprint.com.
Section 2 Your Phone
Section 2A Your Phone: The Basics In This Section ⽧ FrontView of Your Phone (page 11) ⽧ Viewing the Display Screen (page 14) ⽧ Features of Your Phone (page 16) ⽧ Turning Your Phone On and Off (page 18) ⽧ Using Your Phone’s Battery and Charger (page 19) ⽧ Navigating Through Phone Menus (page 22) ⽧ Displaying Your Phone Number (page 23) ⽧ Making and Answering Calls (page 24) ⽧ Entering Text (page 35) Your phone is packed with features that simplify your life and expand your ability to stay connected to the
Front View of Your Phone 1. Signal Strength Indicator 2. Softkey Buttons 3. Speaker Key 16. Battery Strength Indicator Phone Basics 17. Earpiece 15. Display Screen 14. Headset Jack 13. Menu/OK 4. Volume Control 12. TEXT 5. TALK 11. End (Power) 6. Voice Services Key 10. Navigation Key 7. Back (Clear) 9. Charger Jack 8.
Key Functions 1. Signal Strength Indicator represents the signal strength by displaying bars. The more bars displayed, the better the signal strength. 2. Softkey Buttons let you select softkey actions or menu items corresponding to the bottom left and right lines on the display screen. 3. Speaker Key enables your phone's built-in speaker, allowing you to hear other callers. 4.
䡲 䡲 䡲 䡲 Press Up to access Messaging. Press Down to access My Content. Press Right to access Contacts. Press Left to view your Calendar. seconds to turn your phone on or off. While in the main menu, it returns the phone to standby mode and cancels your input. 12. TEXT allows you to send quick text messages. 13. Menu/OK displays the phone's main menu from standby Phone Basics 11. End (Power) ends a call. Press and hold this key for two mode.
Viewing the Display Screen Your phone’s display screen provides a wealth of information about your phone’s status and options. This list identifies the symbols you’ll see on your phone’s display screen: Note: To view a list of your phone’s icons and descriptions, from the main menu select Settings > Phone Info > Icon Glossary. indicates your phone is using SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) protocol for client/server communication. shows your current signal strength.
indicates your phone is operating in TTY mode. indicates battery charge level (icon shows full charge). indicates outgoing calls number. indicates missed calls number. indicates incoming calls number. Phone Basics indicates battery needs to be recharged. indicates speaker is activated. indicates Bluetooth is enabled. indicates PC or PDA is now under dial-up networking. indicates a Bluetooth headset or hands-free device is connected.
Features of Your Phone Congratulations on the purchase of your phone. The LX150 by LG is lightweight, easy-to-use, and reliable, and it also offers many significant features and service options.
Your phone’s external LCD display allows you to monitor the phone’s status and to see who’s calling without opening the phone. 䢇 T9 Text Input lets you quickly type messages with one keypress per letter (page 35). 䢇 Speed dial lets you dial phone numbers with one or two keypresses (page 34). 䢇 You can wirelessly pair your Bluetooth-enabled phone to other Bluetooth devices, including headsets and handsfree devices.
Turning Your Phone On and Off Turning Your Phone On To turn your phone on: 䊳 Press and hold for approximately two seconds. Once your phone is on, it may display “Searching for Service,” which indicates that your phone is searching for a signal. When your phone finds a signal, it automatically enters standby mode – the phone’s idle state. At this point, you are ready to begin making and receiving calls.
Using Your Phone’s Battery and Charger WARNING: Use only Sprint-approved or manufacturer-approved Sprint- or manufacturer-approved batteries and accessories can be found at Sprint Stores or through your phone’s manufacturer, or call 1-866-343-1114 to order. They’re also available at www.sprint.com – click the Wireless link under Personal, and then click Accessories. Phone Basics batteries and chargers with your phone.
Installing the Battery To install the Li-Ion battery: 䊳 To install, insert the battery into the opening on the back of the phone and gently press down until the latch snaps into place. Removing the Battery WARNING: Do not handle a damaged or leaking Li-Ion battery as you can be burned. To remove your battery: 1. Make sure the power is off so that you don’t lose any stored numbers or messages. 2. Press the PUSH button and slide the cover upward until it comes free from the phone. 3.
Charging the Battery Your phone’s Li-Ion battery is rechargeable and should be charged as soon as possible so you can begin using your phone. Phone Basics 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.
Navigating Through Phone Menus The navigation key on your phone allows you to scroll through menus quickly and easily. The scroll bar at the right of the menu keeps track of your position in the menu at all times. To navigate through a menu, simply press the navigation key up or down. If you are in a first-level menu, such as Settings, you may also navigate to the next or previous first-level menu by pressing the navigation key right or left.
Backing Up Within a Menu To go to the previous menu: 䊳 Press . 䊳 Press . DisplayingYour Phone Number Phone Basics To return to standby mode: Just in case you forget your phone number, your phone can remind you. To display your phone number: 䊳 Select Menu > Settings > Phone Info > My Phone Number. (Your phone number and other information about your phone and account will be displayed.) Note: To select Menu, press . To select menu options (such as Settings, above), highlight the option and press .
Making and Answering Calls Making Calls Placing a call from your phone is as easy as making a call from any landline phone. Just enter the number and press , and you’re on your way to clear calls. To make a call using your keypad: 1. Make sure your phone is on. 2. Enter a phone number from standby mode. (If you make a mistake while dialing, press to erase one digit at a time. Press and hold to erase the entire number.) 3. Press .
Dialing Options When you enter numbers in standby mode, you will see a variety of dialing options appear on the phone’s display screen. 䢇 䢇 Call dials the displayed phone number. Send Message allows you to send a text message to the number being dialed. 䢇 Save allows you to enter a seven- or ten-digit number (phone number and area code) and press Save to save the phone number in your Contacts. (See “Saving a Phone Number”on page 30.) 䢇 Find allows you to enter a digit or string of digits.
Answering Calls To answer an incoming call: 1. Make sure your phone is on. (If your phone is off, incoming calls go to voicemail.) 2. Press to answer an incoming call. (Depending on your phone’s settings, you may also answer incoming calls by opening the phone or by pressing any number key. See “Call Answer Mode”on page 57 for more information.) Your phone notifies you of incoming calls in the following ways: 䢇 The phone rings or vibrates. 䢇 The indicator light flashes. 䢇 The backlight illuminates.
Answering a Roam Call With Call Guard Enabled To answer a call when you are roaming and Call Guard is enabled: 䊳 Select Answer to answer the call. (See “Call Guard”on page 72 for additional information.) Phone Basics Call Guard is an option that helps you manage your roaming charges when making or receiving calls while outside the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. Please see Section 2D: Controlling Your Roaming Experience for more information about roaming.
Calling Emergency Numbers You can place calls to 911 (dial ), even if your phone is locked or your account is restricted. Note: When you place an emergency call, your phone automatically enters Emergency mode. During an emergency call, a list of menu options is displayed onscreen. To select an option, highlight the desired option and press . The following options are available. 䢇 Speaker On or Speaker Off to route the phone's audio through the speaker or through the earpiece.
IMPORTANT: Always report your location to the 911 operator when placing an emergency call. Some designated emergency call takers, known as Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) may not be equipped to receive GPS location information from your phone. Phone Basics When you place an emergency 911 call, the GPS feature of your phone begins to seek information to calculate your approximate location.
䢇 Notepad to display the phone’s electronic notepad. 䢇 Menu to display the phone’s main menu. End-of-Call Options After receiving a call from or making a call to a phone number that is not in your Contacts, the phone number and the duration of the call are displayed. Select this option if you wish to add the new number to your Contacts. (See “Saving a Phone Number” below.
3. Select New Entry for a new contact or Existing Entry to add a number to an existing contact and press Scroll to the desired phone label. Mobile/Home/Office/Pager/Fax/None . 4. Use the numeric keypad to enter the new contact name to save the new entry. – or – Search for an existing contact name and press save the new number. to 5. Press Done (left softkey) to save the new 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. There are two types of pauses available on your phone: 䢇 Hard pause sends the next set of numbers when you press . 䢇 2-sec pause automatically sends the next set of numbers after two seconds. Note: You can have multiple pauses in a phone number and combine two-second and hard pauses. To dial or save phone numbers with pauses: 1.
Plus (+) Code Dialing To make a call using Plus Code Dialing: 1. Press and hold until a “+”appears on your phone display. 2. Dial the country code and phone number you’re calling Phone Basics When placing international calls, you can use Plus Code Dialing to automatically enter the international access code for your location (for example, 011 for international calls made from the United States). and press .
Using Speed Dialing You can store up to 99 numbers in your phone’s speed dial memory to make contacting friends and family as easy as pressing a button or two. With this feature, you can dial speed dial entries using one keypress for locations 1-9 or two keypresses for locations 10-99. To use One-Touch Dialing for speed dial locations 1-9: 䢇 Press and hold the appropriate key for approximately two seconds. The display confirms that the number has been dialed when it shows “Calling... .
Entering Text Selecting a Character Input Mode To change the character input mode: Phone Basics Your phone provides convenient ways to enter words, letters, punctuation, and numbers whenever you are prompted to enter text (for example, when adding a Contacts entry or when using Sprint PCS Mail and SMS Text Messaging). 1. When you display a screen where you can enter text, press Mode ( ) to change the character input mode. 2.
Entering Characters Using T9 Text Input T9 Text Input lets you enter text in your phone by pressing keys just once per letter. (To select the T9 Word mode when entering text, see “Selecting a Character Input Mode”on page 35.) T9 Text Input analyzes the letters you enter using an intuitive word database and creates a suitable word. (The word may change as you type.) To enter a word using T9 Text Input: 1. Select the T9 Word character input mode. (See “Selecting a Character Input Mode”on page 35.) 2.
Adding a Word to the T9 Database If a word you want to enter is not displayed as an option when you are using T9 Text Input, you can add it to the database. To add a word to the T9 Text Input database: Character Input Mode”on page 35.) 2. Enter the word using multi-tap text entry. (See “Entering Characters by Tapping the Keypad”on page 38.) The word will appear as an option the next time you scroll through options during T9 Text Input. Phone Basics 1. Select the Abc character input mode.
Characters scroll in the following order: . , @ 1' ? ! * # / ABC2 DEF3 GHI4 JKL5 MNO6 PQRS7 TUV8 WXYZ9 0 SPACE SHIFT Entering Numbers, Symbols, Smileys, Preset Messages and Recent Messages To enter numbers: 䊳 Select the 123 mode and press the appropriate key. (See “Selecting a Character Input Mode”on page 35). To enter symbols: 䊳 Select the Symbols mode. (See “Selecting a Character Input Mode”on page 35.) To enter a symbol, press the appropriate key indicated on the display.
To enter preset messages: 1. Select the Preset Messages mode. (See “Selecting a Character Input Mode”on page 35.) 2. Scroll to the desired preprogrammed message and . To enter recent messages: 1. Select Send Message > Text Message. 2. In message input mode, select Mode (right softkey), scroll to Recent Messages, and press Phone Basics press .
Section 2B Controlling Your Phone’s Settings In This Section ⽧ Sound Settings (page 41) ⽧ Display Settings (page 44) ⽧ Location Settings (page 49) ⽧ Messaging Settings (page 50) ⽧ Airplane Mode (page 54) ⽧ TTY Use With Sprint PCS Service (page 55) ⽧ Phone Setup Options (page 57) Using the menu options available on your phone, you can customize your phone to sound, look, and operate just the way you want it to. This section describes how you can change your phone’s settings to best suit your needs.
Sound Settings Ringer Types Ringer types help you identify incoming calls and messages. You can assign ringer types to individual Contacts entries, types of calls, and types of messages. Preprogrammed Ringers include a variety of standard ringer types and familiar music. 䢇 Vibrating Ringer alerts you to calls or messages without disturbing others. 䢇 Downloaded Ringers can be downloaded right to your phone. (See “Downloading Premium Services Content”on page 143.
Selecting Ringer Types for Messages To select a ringer type for messages: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Sounds > Alerts. 2. Select Voicemail Alerts or Message Alerts. (The list of preprogrammed ringers is displayed.) 3. Use your navigation key to scroll through the available ringers. A sample ringer will sound as you highlight each option. 4. Press to assign the desired ringer. Selecting a Key Tone Your phone offers two options for selecting the audible tones accompanying a keypress.
Adjusting the Phone’s Volume Settings You can adjust your phone’s volume settings to suit your needs and your environment. To adjust your phone’s volume settings: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Sounds > Volume. 2. Select Ringer, Earpiece, Key Beep, Application, or Power Your Phone’s Settings On/Off. 3. Using the navigation key, choose a volume level and press .
Silence All There may be times when you need to silence your phone entirely. The phone’s Silence All option allows you to mute all sounds without turning your phone off. To activate Silence All: 䊳 With the phone open, press and hold the volume key down in standby mode. (The screen will display “Silence All.”) To deactivate Silence All: 䊳 Press the volume key up repeatedly to select a desired volume level.
Changing the BacklightTime Length The backlight setting lets you select how long the display screen and keypad are backlit after any keypress is made. To change the backlight setting: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Display > Backlight. 2. Select Display or Keypad. Your Phone’s Settings 3. Select a time setting and press . Note: Long backlight settings affect the battery’s talk and standby times.
Changing the Display Screen for Incoming Calls You can set the color or downloaded image (screen saver) to be shown on the Incoming Calls display. To set the incoming calls display: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Display > Incoming Calls. 2. Select Caller ID, No Caller ID, or Roaming . 3. Selected Preloaded or My Content. 4. Use the navigation key to highlight your selection and press to view the image.
Changing the Theme Color You can customize your phone’s display appearance by selecting a color scheme to reflect your personality. To change the display’s theme color: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Display > Skins. 2. Select Black, Blue, or Red and press . Your Phone’s Settings Changing the Clock Display Choose whether you want your phone’s clock to be displayed in analog mode, digital mode, or with time and date. To change the clock’s appearance on the standby screen: 1.
Changing the Power Save Mode This feature helps conserve your battery power by restricting the display. To change the power save mode: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Display > Power Save Mode. 2. Select Off, 30 seconds, 60 seconds, or 90 seconds and press . (If you select Off, a prompt will be displayed. Select Yes and press to save your setting.) Changing the Status Light Mode This feature shows the status of your phone by blinking the light. To change the status light mode: 1.
Location Settings Your phone is equipped with a Location feature for use in connection with location-based services that may be available in the future. Your Phone’s Settings The Location feature allows the network to detect your position. Turning Location off will hide your location from everyone except 911. Note: Turning Location on will allow the network to detect your position using GPS technology, making some Sprint applications and services easier to use.
Messaging Settings Staying connected to your friends and family has never been easier. With your phone’s advanced messaging capabilities, you can send and receive many different kinds of text messages without placing a voice call. (For more information, see “Using SMS Text Messaging”on page 123.
SMS Voice Options Your phone offers several options for organizing and accessing your SMS Voice messages. 1. Select Menu > Settings > Messaging > VoiceSMS Options. 2. Select Speakerphone, or From Name and press . (If you select Speakerphone, select On or Off and press Your Phone’s Settings to save your setting.) Deleting Old Messages You can delete messages that you’ve already read whenever you like, or you can have your phone delete them automatically for you.
Callback Number With this feature, you can notify your recipients of your callback number with a text message. To set the callback number: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Messaging > Callback Number. 2. Select None, My Phone Number, or Other and press (If you select Other, enter a number and press . .) Adding a Customized Signature Each message you send can have a customized signature to reflect your personality. To add a customized signature to each sent message: 1.
3. Scroll to Edit and press , edit the selected message (see “Entering Text”on page 35), and press – or – . Scroll to Delete and press , and then select Yes to delete the selected message. (Select Noto cancel the deletion.) Note: Default preset messages cannot be deleted. Your Phone’s Settings To add a new preset message: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Messaging > Preset Messages. (The list of preset messages is displayed.) 2. To add a new preset message, select . 3.
Airplane Mode Airplane Mode allows you to use many of your phone’s features, such as Games, Notepad, Voice Memos, etc., when you are in an airplane or in any other area where making calls or receiving calls or data is prohibited. When your phone is in Airplane Mode, it cannot send or receive any calls or access online information. To set your phone to Airplane Mode: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Setup/Others > Airplane Mode. (The Airplane Mode disclaimer is displayed.) 2. Read the disclaimer and press 3.
TTY Use With Sprint PCS Service A TTY (also known as a TDD or TextTelephone) is a telecommunications device that allows people who are deaf, hard-of-hearing, or who have speech or language disabilities, to communicate by telephone. Your Phone’s Settings 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.
To turn TTY Mode on or off: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Setup/Others > TTY Mode. (An informational message is displayed) 2. Press . 3. Select Enable and press – or – Select Disable and press to turn TTY mode on. to turn TTY mode off. Note: In TTY Mode, your phone will display the TTY access icon. Note: If TTY Mode is enabled, the audio quality of non-TTY devices connected to the headset jack may be impaired.
Phone Setup Options Shortcuts Your phone offers you the option of assigning a shortcut key to a favorite or often-used function. Pressing the navigation left, right, up, or down in standby mode will launch your personally designated shortcut. Your Phone’s Settings To assign your shortcut key: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Setup/Others > Shortcuts. (An information window is displayed.) 2. Read the information and press . 3.
Auto Answer Mode You may set your phone to automatically pick up incoming calls when connected to an optional hands-free car kit or headset. To set Auto Answer mode: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Setup/Others > Auto-Answer. 2. To select an option, highlight it and press 䡲 䡲 . Off to disable Auto Answer. Headset to answer calls automatically when the phone is connected to a hands-free car kit or a headset (sold separately).
Display Language You can choose to display your phone’s on screen menus in English or in Spanish. To assign a language for the phone’s display: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Setup/Others > Language. 2. Select English or Español and press . Your Phone’s Settings Text Entry 1. Select Menu > Settings > Text Entry. 2. Select Auto-Capital, Auto-Space, Word Choice List, Word Prediction, Word Completion, Use My Words, My Words, or Help and press .
Section 2C Setting Your Phone’s Security In This Section ⽧ Accessing the Security Menu (page 61) ⽧ Using Your Phone’s Lock Feature (page 61) ⽧ Using Special Numbers (page 63) ⽧ Erasing the Contacts List (page 63) ⽧ Restricting Your Phone (page 64) ⽧ Resetting Your Phone (page 65) ⽧ Security Features for Sprint PCS Vision (page 66) ⽧ Selective Call Block (page 67) By using the security settings on your phone, you receive peace of mind without sacrificing flexibility.
Accessing the Security Menu All of your phone’s security settings are available through the Security menu. You must enter your lock code to view the Security menu. To access the Security menu: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Security. 2. Enter your lock code to display the Security menu. Your Phone’s Security Tip: If you can’t recall your lock code, try using the last four digits of either your Social Security number or wireless phone number or try 0000 or NATL (6285).
Changing the Lock Code To change your lock code: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Security, and then enter your lock code. (The Security menu is displayed.) 2. Select Change Lock, and then enter and re-enter your new lock code. Calling in Lock Mode You can place calls to 911 and to your special numbers when in lock mode. (For information on special numbers, see “Using Special Numbers”on page 63.
Using Special Numbers Special numbers are important numbers that you have designated as being “always available.” You can call and receive calls from special numbers even if your phone is locked. You can save up to 10 special numbers in addition to your Contacts entries. (The same number may be in both directories.) To add or replace a special number: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Security, and then enter your Your Phone’s Security lock code. (The Security menu is displayed.) 2. Select Special #s. 3.
Restricting Your Phone There may be occasions when you want to limit the numbers your phone can call. You can use the Restrict Calls setting to do just that. (The Restrict Calls setting does not apply to incoming calls, calls made to 911, or calls made to Sprint Customer Service.) To restrict your phone: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Security, and then enter your lock code. (The Security menu is displayed.) 2. Select Limit Calls. 3.
Resetting Your Phone Resetting the phone restores all the factory defaults, including the ringer types and display settings. The Contacts, Call History, Scheduler, and Messaging are not affected. To reset your phone: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Security, and then enter your lock code. (The Security menu is displayed.) 2. Select Reset Phone. (A disclaimer appears.) 3. Read the disclaimer and press . Your Phone’s Security 4.
Security Features for Sprint PCS Vision Enabling and Disabling Sprint PCS Vision Services You can disable Sprint PCS Vision services without turning off your phone; however, you will not have access to all Sprint PCS Vision services, including Web and messaging. Disabling Sprint PCS Vision will avoid any charges associated with Sprint PCS Vision services. While signed out, you can still place or receive phone calls, check voicemail, and use other voice services.
Selective Call Block Enabling Selective Call Block You can enable Call Block for selected calls that you do not wish to answer. 1. Select Menu > Settings > Security, and then enter your lock code. (The Security menu is displayed.) 2. Select Selective Call Block.
Section 2D Controlling Your Roaming Experience In This Section ⽧ Understanding Roaming (page 69) ⽧ Setting Your Phone’s Roam Mode (page 71) ⽧ Using Call Guard (page 72) ⽧ Using Data Roam Guard (page 73) Roaming is the ability to make or receive calls when you’re off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network.
Understanding Roaming Recognizing the Roaming Icon on the Display Screen Your phone’s display screen always lets you know when you’re off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. Anytime you are roaming, the phone displays the roaming icon ( ). If you are roaming on a digital system, the roaming icon will be displayed along with the text – Digital Roam – . If you are roaming on an analog system, the roaming icon will be displayed along with the text – Analog Roam – .
Roaming on Analog Networks When you roam on analog networks, you will experience a quality similar to that 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.
Checking for Voicemail Messages While Roaming When you are roaming off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network, you will not receive on-phone notification of new voicemail messages. Callers can still leave messages, but you will need to periodically check your Voicemail for new messages if you are in a roaming service area for an extended period of time. To check your voicemail while roaming: 1. Dial 1 + area code + your phone number. 2. When you hear your voicemail greeting, press . 3.
䡲 䡲 䡲 Automatic seeks Sprint PCS Service. When Sprint PCS Service is unavailable, the phone searches for an alternate system. Sprint Only allows you to access the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network only and prevents roaming on other networks. Roaming Only forces the phone to seek a roaming system. The previous setting (Sprint Only or Automatic) is restored the next time the phone is turned on.
To answer incoming roaming calls with Call Guard on: 1. Press . (A message will be displayed notifying you that roaming charges will apply.) 2. Select Answer. Note: If the Call Guard feature is set to On, you need to take extra steps to make and receive roaming calls. Using Data Roam Guard When Data Roam Guard is enabled, you will be asked if you want to continue using your browser or other online applications when you are in a data roaming area.
Section 2E Managing Call History In This Section ⽧ Viewing History (page 75) ⽧ Call History Options (page 76) ⽧ Making a Call From Call History (page 77) ⽧ Saving a Phone Number From Call History (page 77) ⽧ Prepending a Phone Number From Call History (page 78) ⽧ Erasing Call History (page 79) The Call History keeps track of incoming calls, calls made from your phone, and missed calls.This section guides you through accessing and making the most of your Call History.
Viewing History You’ll find the Call History feature very helpful. It is a list of the last 50 phone numbers (or Contacts entries) for calls you placed, accepted, or missed. Call History makes redialing a number fast and easy. It is continually updated as new numbers are added to the beginning of the list and the oldest entries are removed from the bottom of the list. Each entry contains the phone number (if it is available) and Contacts entry name (if the phone number is in your Contacts).
Call History Options For additional information and options on a particular call, . This feature highlight a Call History entry and press displays the date and time of the call, the phone number (if available), and the caller’s name (if the number is already in your Contacts). By pressing , you can select from the following options: 䢇 䢇 Call to dial the number. Save to save the number if it is not already in your internal Contacts. (See “Saving a Phone Number From Call History” on page 77.
Making a Call From Call History To place a call from Call History: 1. Select Menu > Call History, and then select Missed Calls, Incoming Calls, Outgoing Calls, or Recent Calls. 2. Use your navigation key to select a Call History entry and press . Note: You cannot make calls from Call History to entries identified as No ID or Restricted. Saving a Phone Number From Call History Your phone can store up to 500 Contacts entries.
5. Use the keypad to type in the new entry name and press . – or – Use your navigation key to scroll through your existing Contacts entries, highlight a name, and press . 6. Use your navigation key to select a phone number type (Mobile, Home, Office, etc.) and press . 7. Press Done (left softkey) to save the entry. After you have saved the number, the new Contacts entry is displayed. (See “Contacts Entry Options”on page 84.
Erasing Call History To erase individual Call History entries, see “Call History Options”on page 76. To erase Call History: 1. Select Menu > Call History > Delete History. 2. Select Missed Calls, Incoming Calls, Outgoing Calls, Recent Calls, or All Calls. (A confirmation dialog will appear.) 3. If you are certain you want to erase the call history, select Yes. – or – Select No to return to the previous menu.
Section 2F Using Contacts In This Section ⽧ Adding a New Contacts Entry (page 81) ⽧ Finding Contacts Entries (page 82) ⽧ Contacts Entry Options (page 84) ⽧ Adding a Phone Number to a Contacts Entry (page 85) ⽧ Editing a Contacts Entry’s Phone Number (page 86) ⽧ Assigning Speed Dial Numbers (page 86) ⽧ My Name Card (page 88) ⽧ Editing a Contacts Entry (page 89) ⽧ Selecting a Ringer Type for an Entry (page 89) ⽧ Wireless Backup (page 90) ⽧ Dialing Sprint PCS Services (page 91) Now that you know the basics t
Adding a New Contacts Entry Your phone can store up to 500 Contacts entries. Contacts entries can store up to a total of five phone numbers, and each entry’s name can contain 32 characters. To add a new entry: 1. Select Menu > Contacts > Find/Add Entry. 2. Scroll to and press . 3. Enter a name for the new entry and press . (See “Entering Text”on page 35.) 4. Scroll to [Add Number], enter the phone number, and then press . 5.
Finding Contacts Entries There are several ways to display your Contacts entries: by name, by speed dial number, and by group. Follow the steps outlined in the sections below to display entries from the Contacts menu. Finding Names To find Contacts entries by name: 1. Select Menu > Contacts > Find/Add Entry. 2. Scroll through all the entries using your navigation key. – or – Enter the full letter of a name or part of a name. 3. To display an entry, highlight it and press . 4.
3. To display an entry within the group, highlight it and press . 4. To dial the entry’s default phone number, press . – or – To display additional Contacts entries, press the navigation key left or right. Finding Speed Dial Numbers To find phone numbers you have stored in speed dial locations: 1. Select Menu > Contacts > Speed Dials. 2. Scroll through speed dial entries using your navigation key. Speed dial numbers are displayed in numeric order.
Contacts Entry Options To access a Contacts entry’s options, display the entry, highlight , and press . To select an option, highlight it and press . 䢇 [Add Number] to add a phone number to the entry. (See “Adding a Phone Number to a Contacts Entry”on page 85.) 䢇 [Add Email] to add an email address to the entry. 䢇 [No Group] to assign the entry to a group. 䢇 [Default] to assign a preprogrammed or downloaded ringer. 䢇 [Memo] to add a note, street address, or other information.
Adding a Phone Number to a Contacts Entry To add a phone number to an entry: 1. Display a Contacts entry. (See “Finding Contacts Entries” on page 82.) 2. Scroll to and press 3. Highlight [Add Number] and press . . 4. Enter the new phone number and press . 5. Use the keypad to enter the new number and press . 6. Press Done (left softkey) to save the new number.
Editing a Contacts Entry’s Phone Number To edit an entry’s phone number: 1. Display a Contacts entry (see page 81). 2. Scroll to and press . 3. Highlight the number you wish to edit and press 4. Press . to clear one digit at a time, or press and hold to erase the entire number. 5. Re-enter or edit the number and press . 6. Press Done (left softkey) to save the number. – or – Press Options (right softkey) for additional options.
3. Highlight Set Speed Dial and press . 4. Select an available speed dial location and press . (A confirmation will be displayed.) 5. Scroll to Set Speed Dial and press . (A confirmation will be displayed.) 6. Press Done(left softkey) to save the new speed dial number. To assign a speed dial number to an existing phone number: 1. Display a Contacts entry. (See “Finding Contacts Entries” on page 82.) 2. Scroll to and press . 3.
My Name Card You can view your phone number, edit your personal data, and send a vCard via Bluetooth using the My Name Card feature. To access to My Name Card: 䊳 Select Menu > Contacts > My Name Card. To edit My Name Card: 1. Select Menu > Contacts > My Name Card. 2. Scroll to and press . 3. Enter a name for the new entry and press . 4. Scroll to [Add Number], enter the phone number, and then press . 5. Select a label field (Mobile, Home, Office, Pager, Fax, or None) and press . 6.
䡲 䡲 Exchange Name Card via Bluetooth: After searching for available Bluetooth devices, transmits My Name Card to the selected devices and requests the device's name card. Send All Contacts via Bluetooth: After searching for available Bluetooth devices, allows you to send all entries saved in the Contacts list to the selected device. Editing a Contacts Entry To make changes to an entry: 1. Display a Contacts entry. 2. Scroll to and press . 3.
4. Choose Single Tones or Ring Tones for preprogrammed ringers or My Content for downloaded ringers. 5. Use your navigation key to scroll through available ringers. (When you highlight a ringer type, a sample ringer will sound.) 6. Highlight a ringer and press . 7. Press Done (left softkey) to save the new ringer type. – or – 1. Display a Contacts entry and press 2. Scroll to and press . . 3.
To subscribe to the wireless backup service, you will need to purchase a license to use the wireless backup service via the Sprint vending machine, accessed through the WAP browser on your phone. The license expires after a set period of time and must be renewed regularly. As part of the initial subscription process, a random wireless backup password is generated. The randomly-generated password will be sent to your phone as an SMS text message.
Section 2G Using the Phone’s Calendar and Tools In This Section ⽧ Using Your Phone’s Calendar (page 93) ⽧ Using Your Phone’s Alarm Clock (page 97) ⽧ Using Your Phone’s Notepad (page98) ⽧ Using Your Phone’s Tools (page 98) Your phone is equipped with several personal information management features that help you manage your busy lifestyle. This section shows you how to use these features to turn your phone into a time management planner that helps you keep up with your contacts, schedules, and commitments.
Adding an Event to the Calendar Your Calendar helps organize your time and reminds you of important events. Calendar & Tools Using Your Phone’s Calendar To add an event: 1. Select Menu > Tools > Scheduler. 2. Using your navigation key, highlight the day to which you would like to add an event and press Add (left softkey). Tip: Press the navigation key up or down to scroll by week through the Calendar. 3. Select a time for the event by highlighting the time field and pressing .
7. Select a ringer type for the alarm by highlighting the ringer field and pressing . 䡲 To select a ringer menu, select Options > Single Tones/Ring Tones for preprogrammed ringers or Options > My Content for downloaded ringers. 8. Press Save (left softkey) to save the event. Event Alerts There are several ways your phone alerts you to scheduled events: 䢇 By playing the assigned ringer type. 䢇 By illuminating the backlight. 䢇 By flashing the LED.
To view your scheduled events: 1. Select Menu > Tools > Scheduler. 2. Using your navigation key, highlight the day for which you would like to view events and press . (If you have events scheduled for the selected day, they will be listed in chronological order.) Calendar & Tools Viewing Events Tip: In the calendar view, days with events scheduled are underlined. 3. To display the details of an event listed in the schedule, highlight it and press .
Note: If the day for which you are erasing events contains a repeating event, you will receive the following prompt: “This is a recurring event. .”Select Delete this to erase a single occurrence, Delete all to erase all occurrences of the event, or Cancel to cancel the deletion of the repeating event. Purging Events To delete events scheduled before a specific time and date: 1. Select Menu > Tools > Scheduler > Options > Delete Old. 2.
Your phone comes with a built-in alarm clock with multiple alarm capabilities. To use the alarm clock: Calendar & Tools Using Your Phone’s Alarm Clock 1. Select Menu > Tools > Alarm Clock. 2. Select Alarm 1, Alarm 2, Alarm 3, or Quick Alarm. 3. Turn the alarm on or off by highlighting the activation field and pressing . 䡲 Select On or Off and press . 4. Select a time for the alarm by highlighting the time field and pressing . 䡲 Using your keypad and/or navigation key, set the alarm time and press . 5.
Using Your Phone’s Notepad Your phone comes with a notepad you can use to compose and store reminders and notes to help keep you organized. To compose a note: 1. Select Menu > Tools > Notepad > Add New. 2. Type your note using the numeric keypad and press (See “Entering Text”on page 35.) To read a saved note: 1. Select Menu > Tools > Notepad. 2. Highlight a note and press . To delete saved notes: 1. Select Menu > Tools > Notepad. 2. Highlight a note and press . 3. Press Delete (right softkey). 4.
amount and desired tip percentage. (The correct tip will be calculated instantly.) 3. If you’re splitting the check, highlight Split and enter the number of people in your party. (An equal split of the bill will be calculated and displayed.) Calendar & Tools 2. Use your keypad and navigation key to enter the bill Using the Calculator Your phone comes with a built-in calculator. To use the calculator: 1. Select Menu > Tools > Calculator. 2. Enter numbers using your keypad.
Section 2H Using Your Phone’s Voice Services In This Section ⽧ Managing Voice Memos (page 101) ⽧ Using Voice-Activated Dialing (page 103) Your phone’s Voice Services let you place calls using your voice, store voice reminders, and record memos right on your phone. This section includes easy-to-follow instructions on using voice-activated dialing and managing voice memos.
Managing Voice Memos Recording Voice Memos To record a voice memo: 1. Select Menu > Voice Services > Voice Memo. Voice Services You can use your phone’s Voice Services to record brief memos to remind you of important events, phone numbers, or grocery list items. 2. Scroll to and press . (The phone prompts you to start recording after the beep.) 3. Wait for the beep and then start speaking.
Voice Memo Options To play the voice memos you have recorded: 1. Press Menu > Voice Services > Voice Memo. 2. Scroll to the voice memo you wish to hear and press . 䡲 Play to play the selected voice memo. 䡲 Set As to assign the recording as a default ringer, a voicemail alert, a message alert, or a Contacts ringer. 䡲 View Details to view the selected voice memo information. 䡲 EditTitle to edit the selected voice memo title. 䡲 Delete to erase the selected voice memo. 3. Scroll to Play and press .
Using Voice-Activated Dialing Programming Voice Dial Tags Voice Services In addition to Sprint PCS Voice Command (see page 159), you can use a voice dial tag to automatically dial a phone number in your Contacts. (A voice dial tag is a command you record and use to place calls without using the keypad.) Your phone can store up to 30 voice dial tags. To program a voice dial tag: 1. Select Menu > Voice Services > Voice Dial. 2. Scroll to and press . 3.
Accessing the Voice Dial Prompt To access the Voice Dial prompt: 1. Press and hold the Talk key (or press the Voice Services key on the left side of your phone) until the Voice Dial prompt appears on the screen. 2. Say the desired contact name after the audible prompt. To aid the recognition of the name, say the name in the same intonation as it was recorded during programming. Reviewing Voice Dial Tags To review Voice Dial tags: 1. Select Menu > Voice Services > Voice Dial. 2.
Section 2J Using Bluetooth In This Section ⽧ Turning Bluetooth On and Off (page 106) ⽧ Using the Bluetooth Settings Menu (page 107) ⽧ Pairing Bluetooth Devices (page 110) Your phone features built-in Bluetooth technology, allowing you to share information more easily than ever before. Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets, hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled handhelds, PCs and wireless phones.
Turning Bluetooth On and Off By default, your device’s Bluetooth functionality is turned off. Turning Bluetooth on makes your phone “available”by other in-range Bluetooth devices. To turn Bluetooth on: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Bluetooth > On/Off. 2. Press the navigation key up or down to select On and press to enable Bluetooth. To turn Bluetooth off: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Bluetooth > On/Off. 2. Press the navigation key up or down to select Off and press to disable Bluetooth.
Using the Bluetooth Settings Menu The Bluetooth Settings menu allows you to set up many of the characteristics of your phone’s Bluetooth service, including: 䢇 Entering or changing the name your phone uses for Bluetooth communication. 䢇 Setting your phone’s visibility (or “discoverability”) for other Bluetooth devices. 䢇 Displaying your phone’s Bluetooth address. To access the Bluetooth Settings menu: 2. Use the navigation key to select Visibility or Bluetooth Info, and press .
Bluetooth Settings: Visibility The Visibility section of the Bluetooth Settings menu allows you to manage your phone’s availability to other Bluetooth devices. To configure your phone’s visibility (discoverability) to other Bluetooth devices: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Bluetooth > Visibility. 2. Select your desired visibility setting and press 䡲 䡲 䡲 : Hidden to prevent other Bluetooth devices from detecting and identifying your phone.
Bluetooth Profiles All the Bluetooth settings you configure are stored in your phone’s Bluetooth user profile. Different profiles can be used for specific Bluetooth functions. Headset Profile – This profile functions as a wireless ear jack. When an incoming call is received, the ringer can be heard through the headset and a built-in alert tone can be heard through the handset. The call can then be received by pushing a button.
Pairing Bluetooth Devices Add Device The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to establish trusted connections between your phone and another Bluetooth device. When devices are paired, a passkey is shared between devices, allowing for fast, secure connections while bypassing the discovery and authentication process. To pair your phone with another Bluetooth device: 1. Select Menu > Bluetooth > Add Device > Search. (Your phone will display a list of discovered in-range Bluetooth devices.) 2.
Bluetooth Settings 1. Select Menu > Bluetooth > Settings > On/Off. The On/Off setting in the Bluetooth Settings menu enables or disables the Bluetooth function on the handset (page 106). 2. Select Menu > Bluetooth > Settings > Visibility > Hidden, Visible for 3 Min, or Always Visible. This Bluetooth Setting menu option allows other Bluetooth devices to search for your phone. 3. Select Menu > Bluetooth > Settings > Bluetooth Info.
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Section 3 Sprint PCS Service Features
Section 3A Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics In This Section ⽧ Using Voicemail (page 115) ⽧ Using SMS Text Messaging (page 123) ⽧ Using SMS Voice Messaging (page 126) ⽧ Using Caller ID (page 128) ⽧ Responding to Call Waiting (page 129) ⽧ Making a Three-Way Call (page 130) ⽧ Using Call Forwarding (page 131) Now that you’ve mastered your phone’s fundamentals, it’s time to explore the calling features that enhance your Sprint PCS Service.This section outlines your basic Sprint PCS Service features.
Setting UpYour Voicemail All unanswered calls to your phone are automatically transferred to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. Therefore, you will want to set up your Sprint PCS Voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. Sprint PCS Service Using Voicemail To set up your voicemail: 1. Press and hold . 2. Follow the system prompts to: 䡲 䡲 䡲 䡲 Create your passcode. Record your name announcement. Record your greeting.
Voicemail Notification There are several ways your phone alerts you to a new message: 䢇 By displaying a message on the screen. 䢇 By sounding the assigned ringer type. 䢇 By the LED blinking red. 䢇 By displaying at the top of your screen. New Voicemail Message Alerts When you receive a new voice message, your phone alerts you and prompts you to call your voicemail. To call your voicemail: 䊳 Press and hold . To display your Missed Log: 䊳 Press Detail (right softkey).
You can review your messages directly from your phone or from any other touch-tone phone. To dial from your phone, you can either speed dial your voicemail or use the menu keys. Using One-Touch Message Access 䊳 Press and hold box.) Sprint PCS Service RetrievingYour Voicemail Messages . (Your phone will dial your voicemail Using the Menu Keys on Your Phone to Access Your Messages 1. Select Menu > Messaging > Voicemail. 2. Press to listen to your messages.
Voicemail Button Guide Here’s a quick guide to your keypad functions while listening to voicemail messages. For further details and menu options, see “Voicemail Menu Key”on page 122. Date/Time Send Reply Advance Replay Rewind Forward Erase Call Back Save Cancel Help Skip Voicemail Options Your phone offers several options for organizing and accessing your voicemail.
for Expert Mode. 4. Press to turn Expert Mode on or off. Setting Up Group Distribution Lists Create up to 20 separate group lists, each with up to 20 customers. Sprint PCS Service 3. Press 1. Press and hold to access your voicemail. (If your voicemail box contains any new or saved messages, press to access the main voicemail menu.) 2. Press to change your Personal Options, following the system prompts. 3. Press for Administrative Options. 4. Press for Group Distribution Lists. 5.
3. Follow the voice prompts to record and send your voice message. Voicemail-to-Voicemail Message Reply Reply to a voice message received from any other Sprint PCS Voicemail user. 1. After listening to a voice message, press . 2. Follow the voice prompts to record and send your reply. Voicemail-to-Voicemail Message Forwarding Forward a voice message, except those marked “Private,”to other Sprint PCS Voicemail users. 1. After listening to a message, press . 2.
When leaving a voice message, you can choose to continue recording even after you’ve stopped. 䊳 Before pressing to indicate that you are satisfied with the message you recorded, press to continue recording. Sprint PCS Service Continue Recording Extended Absence Greeting When your phone is turned off or you are off the Nationwide Sprint 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.
Voicemail Menu Key Following the prompts on the voicemail system, you can use your keypad to navigate through the voicemail menu. The following list outlines your phone’s voicemail menu structure.
Sprint PCS Service Personal Greetings Name Announcement Extended Absence Greeting Return to Personal Options Menu Expert Mode (On/Off) Place a Call Disconnect Using SMS Text Messaging With SMS Text Messaging, you can use other people's wireless phone numbers to send instant text messages from your phone to their messaging-ready phones – and they can send messages to you. When you receive a new message, it will automatically be displayed on your phone’s screen.
To compose an SMS Text message: 1. Select Menu > Messaging > Send Message > Text Message or just press the key in standby mode and select the entry method you prefer: 䡲 Mobile to use the keypad to enter the wireless phone number of the person to whom you wish to send a message. 䡲 Email to enter the recipient’s email address. 䡲 From Contacts to select a recipient from your internal Contacts. (Qualifying Contacts entries must contain a wireless phone number or an email address.
and press , select None, My Phone Number, or Other, and press . (If you select Other, enter the desired number and press .) 6. Press Send (left softkey ) to send the message. Sprint PCS Service 5. If you wish to change your callback number, scroll to it Accessing SMS Text Messages To read an SMS Text message: 䊳 When you receive a text message, it will automatically appear on your phone’s main display screen. Use your navigation key to scroll down and view the entire message.
Using Preset Messages Preset messages make sending text messages to your friends, family, and coworkers easier than ever. To add or edit preset messages: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Messaging > Preset Messages > Add New. – or – Highlight a message you wish to edit and press , select Edit or Send Message or Delete or Delete all. 2. Enter your new message or changes and press . (See “Entering Text”on page 35.) Note: You may also add or edit preset messages in the “My Online Tools” area at www.sprint.com .
not available. Playing an SMS Voice Message To play an SMS Voice message from the main menu: 1. Select Menu > Messaging > VoiceSMS. ( Sprint PCS Service Note: When SMS Voice is not activated, incoming SMS Voice download is indicates an unplayed message.) 2. Select the message you want to play. 3. Press to play the message. (To display the message options, press Options [right softkey].) Composing SMS Voice Messages To compose an SMS Voice message: 1.
Accessing SMS Voice Messages To play an SMS Voice message: 䊳 When you receive a voice message, a pop-up notification will automatically appear on your phone’s main display screen. Use your softkeys to view and play the voice message. To reply to an SMS Voice message: 1. From the VoiceSMS inbox, press Reply (left softkey). 2. Record your reply, and then press Send (left softkey).
When you’re on a call, Call Waiting alerts you to incoming calls by sounding two beeps. Your phone’s screen informs you that another call is coming in and displays the caller’s phone number (if it is available and you are in digital mode). Sprint PCS Service Responding to Call Waiting To respond to an incoming call while you’re on a call: 䊳 Press . (This puts the first caller on hold and answers the second call.) To switch back to the first caller: 䊳 Press again.
Making a Three-Way Call With Three-Way Calling, you can talk to two people at the same time. When using this feature, the normal airtime rates will be charged for each of the two calls. To make a Three-Way Call: 1. Enter a number you wish to call and press . 2. Once you have established the connection, enter the second number you wish to call and press . (This puts the first caller on hold and dials the second number.) 3.
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. Sprint PCS Service Using Call Forwarding 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.
Section 3B Sprint PCS Vision In This Section ⽧ Sprint PCS Vision Applications (page 133) ⽧ Getting Started With Sprint PCS Vision (page 134) ⽧ Accessing Messaging (page 140) ⽧ Downloading Premium Services Content (page 143) ⽧ Exploring the Web (page 147) ⽧ Sprint PCS Vision FAQs (page 152) ⽧ Using Your Sprint PCS Phone as a Modem (page 154) Sprint PCS Vision offers easy and amazing data services you will really use.
Sprint PCS Vision Applications Sprint PCS® Picture Mail – Receive pictures and short video clips with your phone. Messaging – Send and receive emails and chat on your phone. Sprint PCS Vision Here is a brief list of the applications available through your phone. For more information, please see the Sprint PCS Vision User Guide online at www.sprint.com. Games – Play exciting games with full-color graphics, sound, and vibration.
Getting Started With 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 phone. Your User Name When you buy a phone and sign up for service, you’re automatically assigned a user name, which is typically based on your name and a number, followed by “@sprint.com.
Finding Your User Name If you aren’t sure what your Sprint PCS Vision user name is, you can easily find it online or on your phone. 䢇 At www.sprint.com. Sign on to your account using your phone number and password. To display your user name, click on the My Personal Information menu, and then click Vision User Name. 䢇 On your phone.You can find your user name under the Phone Info option in your phone’s Settings menu (Menu > Settings > Phone Info > Version).
Shortcut: You can also press the left softkey to access the Web Note: If Net Guard is enabled and displayed (see below), press OK (right softkey) to continue and access the Web. While connecting, the following will appear on the screen: Vision Connecting... If you had a previous Sprint PCS Vision connection, the last page you visited will be displayed when you launch your browser. When this occurs, you may not see the “Connecting...”message when you launch the session.
Sprint PCS Vision Connection Status and Indicators Your phone’s display lets you know the current status of your Sprint PCS Vision connection through indicators which appear at the top of the screen. The following symbols are used: Your Sprint PCS Vision connection is dormant. (No data is being sent or received.) Though not currently active, when dormant the phone can restart an active connection quickly; voice calls can be made and received.
Navigating the Web Navigating through menus and Web sites during a Sprint PCS Vision session is easy once you’ve learned a few basics. Here are some tips for getting around: Softkeys During a Sprint PCS Vision session, 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.
Selecting Once you’ve learned how to use softkeys and scroll, you can start navigating the Web. 䊳 Use the navigation key to highlight the desired item, and then press the desired softkey button (or press ). Tip: You’ll find that the left softkey is used primarily for selecting items. This softkey is often labeled “OK.” Tip: If the items on a page are numbered, you can use your keypad (number keys) to select an item.
Going Home To return to the Sprint PCS Vision home page from any other Web page: 䊳 Press and hold . – or – Press Menu (right softkey) and select Home ( ). Sprint PCS Messaging Accessing Messaging Now you can send and receive email and text messages and participate in Web-based chatrooms right from your phone. Messaging allows you to stay connected to friends, family, and coworkers 24 hours a day anywhere on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network.
Accessing Sprint PCS Mail To access Sprint PCS Mail from your phone: 1. Select Menu > Messaging > IM & Email. 2. Select PCS Mail. (The browser will start and go to the Sprint PCS Vision Sprint PCS Mail allows you to perform many of the typical email functions from your phone that you can from your personal computer. You can manage your Sprint PCS Mail account from your phone or from your personal computer at www.sprint.com. email page.
Accessing Additional 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 phone: 1. From the Sprint PCS Vision home page, select Messaging > IM & Email. 2. Select an email provider, such as AOL, MSN, Yahoo!, or Earthlink. 3.
Downloading Premium Services Content Accessing the Download Menus Sprint PCS Vision With Sprint PCS Vision and your new phone, you have access to a dynamic variety of Premium Service content, such as downloadable Games, Ringers, Screen Savers, and other applications. (Additional charges may apply.) The basic steps required to access and download Premium Service content are outlined below. To access the Sprint PCS Vision download menus: 1. Select Menu > My Content. 2.
Selecting an Item to Download You can search for available items to download in a number of ways: 䢇 Featured displays a rotating selection of featured items. 䢇 Categories allows you to narrow your search to a general category, such as Country or Pop/Rock for ringers or For the Ladies for screen savers. (There may be several pages of available content in a list. Select Next 9 to view additional items.) 䢇 Search allows you to use your keypad to enter search criteria to locate an item.
2. Select an option to continue: 䡲 䡲 䡲 䡲 Sprint PCS Vision 䡲 Select Use/Run/View to assign the downloaded item (or to start it, 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 Set as to assign a ringer or screen saver to a phone function. Select Settings to configure downloaded games or applications. Select Shop to browse for other items to download.
To download purchased content from My Content Manager: 1. From the My Content Manager display, highlight the category and item you wish to download and press (The information page for the selected item will be displayed.) . 2. Scroll to highlight Download and press . (The item will download automatically. When the New Download screen appears, the item has been successfully downloaded to your phone.) 3.
Web With Web access on your phone, you can browse full-color graphic versions of your favorite Web sites, making it easier than ever to stay informed while on the go. Follow sports scores and breaking news and weather and shop on your phone anywhere on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network.
Opening the Browser Menu The browser menu may be opened anytime you have an active Sprint PCS Vision session, from any page you are viewing. To open the browser menu: 䊳 Press the right softkey. (The browser menu will be displayed in a drop-down list.) Options available under the browser menu include: 148 䢇 Home. Returns the browser to the Sprint PCS Vision home page. 䢇 Forward. Returns you to a previously viewed page (after having used the key). 䢇 Mark this Page.
䡲 䡲 Edit homepage URL. Lets you edit the home page URL. 䡲 Revert to default homepage URL. Lets you change to default home page. 䡲 Font Size. Lets you adjust the font size. 䡲 Color. Lets you change browser color. 䡲 Show Images. Lets you view a page’s image(s). 䡲 Cookies. Lets you delete “cookies”stored in browser memory. 䡲 Title Tag. Allows you to display a site’s title information. 䡲 Send Referrer. Allows you to turn send referrer on or off. 䡲 Launch Page.
Note: Bookmarking a page does not store the page’s contents, just its address. Some pages cannot be bookmarked. Whether a particular Web page may be marked is controlled by its creator. Accessing a Bookmark To access a bookmark: 1. Press the right softkey to open the browser menu. 2. Select View Bookmarks. 3. Scroll to highlight the bookmark you’d like to access and press (or press the number corresponding to the bookmark you wish to access). Deleting a Bookmark To delete a bookmark: 1.
Going to a Specific Web site To go to a particular Web site by entering a URL (Web site address): 2. Select Go to URL. 3. Select the URL field and press . 4. Use your keypad to enter the URL of the Web site you wish to go to and press 5. Press . Sprint PCS Vision 1. Press the right softkey to open the browser menu. again to go to the Web site. Note: Not all Web sites are viewable on your phone. Reloading a Web Page To reload (refresh) a Web page: 1.
Sprint PCS Vision FAQs How will I know when my phone is ready for Sprint PCS Vision service? Your user name (for example, bsmith001@sprint.com) will be displayed when you access Menu > Settings > Phone Info > My Phone Number. How do I sign in for the first time? You are automatically signed in to access Sprint PCS Vision services when you turn on your phone.
Can I sign out of data services? You can sign out without turning off your phone; however, you will not be able to browse the Web or use other Sprint PCS Vision services. While signed out, you can still place or receive phone calls, check voicemail, and use other voice services. You may sign in again at any time. To sign out, go to Settings > PCS Vision> Disable PCS Vision in your phone’s menu.
Using Your Sprint PCS Phone as a Modem Your phone's data capabilities enable you to use your phone’s high-speed data connection as a modem for your desktop or laptop PC. You’ll be able to send and receive email, browse the Internet, and access your company’s network anywhere on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. Note: To use this service, you are required to sign up on a Sprint PCS Vision with Phone as Modem plan. Go to www.sprint.
5. Once the connection is established, launch an Internet session, check your email, or do anything else you would do using a traditional data connection. 6. When you’re ready to terminate the data connection, 7. Disconnect the USB cable from your phone and your PC. Note: While your data connection is active, you will not be able to receive Sprint PCS Vision double-click the Sprint PCS Connection Manager icon in the system tray, and then click Disconnect to end the session.
Section 3C Sprint PCS Voice Command In This Section ⽧ Getting Started With Sprint PCS Voice Command (page 157) ⽧ Creating Your Own Address Book (page 158) ⽧ Making a Call With Sprint PCS Voice Command (page 159) ⽧ Accessing Information Using Sprint PCS Voice Command (page 160) With Sprint PCS Voice Command, reaching your friends, family, and coworkers has never been easier – especially when you’re on the go. You can even listen to Web-based information, such as news, weather, and sports.
Getting Started With Sprint PCS Voice 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. 䢇 There’s no need to punch in a lot of numbers, memorize voicemail passwords, or try to dial while you’re driving. 䢇 You can call anyone in your address book – even if you don’t remember their phone number. 䢇 You don’t need to worry about losing your contacts or address book.
Creating Your Own Address Book You can program up to 500 names into your personal address book, with each name having up to five phone numbers. That’s 2500 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: 䢇 On the Web. Go to www.talk.sprintpcs.com and sign on with your phone number and password to access a fully functional Web-based address book to create and update your contacts.
Making a Call With Sprint PCS Voice Command To make a call with Sprint PCS Voice Command: 1. Press and you’ll hear the “Ready”prompt. 2. After the “Ready”prompt, simply say, in a natural voice, 3. Your request will be repeated and you will be asked to verify. Say “Yes”to call the number or person. (The number will automatically be dialed.) Say “No”if you wish to cancel. Voice Command “Call”and the name of the person or the number you’d like to call.
Accessing Information Using Sprint PCS Voice Command To access information using Sprint PCS Voice Command: 1. Press . 2. Say “Call the Web”and choose from a listing of information categories like news, weather, and sports. – or – Simply say “Call news room,”“Call the weather,”“Call Sports Central,”etc. Note: Sprint PCS Voice Command is not available while roaming off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network.
Section 4 Safety and Warranty Information
Section 4A Important Safety Information In This Section ⽧ General Precautions (page 163) ⽧ Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone (page 163) ⽧ Caring for the Battery (page 166) ⽧ Radiofrequency (RF) Energy (page 167) ⽧ Owner’s Record (page 169) ⽧ Phone Guide Proprietary Notice (page 169) This phone guide contains important operational and safety information that will help you safely use your phone.
General Precautions 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. 䢇 Try not to hold, bend, or twist the phone’s antenna. 䢇 Don’t use the phone if the antenna is damaged. 䢇 Speak directly into the mouthpiece. 䢇 Avoid exposing your phone and accessories to rain or liquid spills.
Using Your Phone While Driving Talking on your phone while driving (or operating the phone without a hands-free device) is prohibited in some jurisdictions. Laws vary as to specific restrictions. Remember that safety always comes first. Tip: Purchase an optional hands-free accessory at your local Sprint Store, or call the Sprint PCS Accessory Hotline at 1-800-974-2221 or by dialing # 2 2 2 on your phone.
Turning Off Your Phone in Dangerous Areas To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your phone off when in a blasting area or in other areas with signs indicating two-way radios should be turned off. Construction crews often use remote-control RF devices to set off explosives. Turn your phone off when you’re in any area that has a potentially explosive atmosphere. Although it’s rare, your phone and accessories could generate sparks.
Caring for the Battery Protecting Your Battery The guidelines listed below help you get the most out of your battery’s performance. 䢇 Recently there have been some public reports of wireless phone batteries overheating, catching fire or exploding. It appears that many, if not all, of these reports involve counterfeit or inexpensive, aftermarket-brand batteries with unknown or questionable manufacturing standards.
More than one month: -4° F to 113° F (-20° C to 45° C) Disposal of Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) Batteries Do not handle a damaged or leaking Li-Ion battery as you can be burned. For safe disposal options of your Li-Ion batteries, contact your nearest Sprint authorized service center. Special Note: Be sure to dispose of your battery properly. In some areas, the disposal of batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited.
For more information about RF exposure, visit the FCC Web site at www.fcc.gov. Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) for Wireless Phones The SAR is a value that corresponds to the relative amount of RF energy absorbed in the head of a user of a wireless handset. The SAR value of a phone is the result of an extensive testing, measuring and calculation process. It does not represent how much RF the phone emits. All phone models are tested at their highest value in strict laboratory settings.
Owner’s Record The model number, regulatory number and serial number are located on a nameplate inside the battery compartment. Record the serial number in the space provided below. This will be helpful if you need to contact us about your phone in the future. Model: Sprint PCS Vision® Phone LX150 by LG® Serial No.
Section 4B Manufacturer’s Warranty In This Section ⽧ Manufacturer’s Warranty (page 171) Your phone has been designed to provide you with reliable, worry-free service. If for any reason you have a problem with your equipment, please refer to the manufacturer’s warranty in this section. For information regarding the terms and conditions of service for your phone, please visit http://www.sprintpcs.com/common/ popups/popLegalTermsPrivacy.html or call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4PCS.
Manufacturer’s Warranty 1. WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS: LG offers you a limited warranty that the enclosed subscriber unit and its enclosed accessories will be free from defects in material and workmanship, according to the following terms and conditions: (1) The limited warranty for the unit and enclosed accessories shall be a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase.
(3) Breakage or damage to antennas unless caused directly by defects in material or workmanship. (4) Alleged defects or malfunctions of the product if the Customer Service Department at LG was not notified by the consumer during the applicable limited warranty period. (5) Products which have had the serial number removed or made illegible.
4. HOW TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE: To obtain warranty service, please call the following telephone number from anywhere in the continental United States: LG Electronics Service 201 James Record Road Huntsville, AL 35824 Tel. 1-800-793-8896 Email: http://us.lgservice.com Please call or write for the location of the LGE authorized service center nearest you and the procedures for obtaining warranty claims.
Index A Alarm Clock 97-99 Answering Calls 26 B Battery 19-39 Capacity 19 Charging 21 Installing 20 Bluetooth 105-111 Bookmarks Accessing 150 Creating 149 Deleting 150 Browser Menu 147 C Calculator 99 Calendar 93-99 Call Forwarding 131 Call Guard 72 Call History 74-79 Erasing 79 Making a Call From 77 Prepending a Phone Number 78 Saving a Phone Number From 77 Call Waiting 129 Caller ID 128 Chat 142 Contacts 80-91 Adding 81 174 Index Editing 89 Erasing 63 Finding 82 My Name Card 88 D Dialing Options 25 Disp
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