User's Manual

2 Wireless Communications
Wireless communication features
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2Tap Connect GPRS.
The Connecting call drop-down box displays. The GPRS data connection active
icon appears on the navigation bar and changes to and to once a GPRS
connection is established.
To end a GPRS connection:
Perform one of the following:
ï On the navigation
bar, tap the Data connectivity icon , then tap Cancel
on the Connectivity
drop-down box.
ï On the Today
screen, tap Wireless Manager > Menu > Disconnect
Cellular Data.
Wi-Fi connection
Your SP500 supports an optional Wi-Fi hardware (IEEE 802.11b/g) you can use to scan
for existing wireless local area network (WLAN) access points or hot spots. WLAN
access points or hot spots can be found in homes and office or public areas such as
inside airports, restaurants, coffee shops, hotels, or other public areas. Just like in a
GPRS connection, a Wi-Fi access allows you to connect to a computer, access the
Internet, and send/ receive e-mail and files.
NOTE: Wi-Fi access in some areas may require a separate purchase of a service
contract with a wireless service provider. Check with a Wi-Fi service provider in your
area for more information.
Activating a Wi-Fi connection
You have several options to activate your SP500’s Wi-Fi connection—from the Today
screen using the Wireless Manager or the Wi-Fi option under the Settings > Connections
preferences. Once activated, Wi-Fi connection is indicated as On in the Wireless
Manager section of the Today screen.
To activate Wi-Fi connection via the Wireless Manager:
See “To activate Wi-Fi connection via the Wireless Manager” on page 27 for more
information.