Sanyo RL7300 User Manual

User’s GuidePCS Vision Ready LinkPhone RL-7300

Welcome to SprintSprint has the most complete, all-digital wireless network in the nation.Depend on it. We are committed to bringing you the best wire

Adding a Phone Number to a Contacts EntryTo add a phone number to an entry:1. Display a Contacts entry (see “Finding Contacts List Entries” onpage 86)

Assigning Speed Dial NumbersWith this feature you can dial Contacts Directory entries with onekey press for locations 2-9. Save your memory locations

Editing a Contacts EntryTo make changes to an entry:1. Press on the navigation key.2. Highlight the entry you wish to edit and press .3. Highlight a

6. Highlight your desired ringer type and press .Ringer Type to select a ringer type. Scroll through availableringers to hear previews.Ringer &

Secret Contacts EntriesYou can hide an entry’s phone number(s) and require your lock codeto edit the entry by making it secret. The entry name is stil

Dialing PCS ServicesYour Contacts list is preprogrammed with contact numbers for variousPCS Services. You must be in digital mode to access PCS Servic

Section 2HPersonal OrganizerIn This Section Managing the Scheduler Using Your Phone’s Scheduler Adding a Call Alarm to the Scheduler Adding To Do

Managing the SchedulerCalendarUse the Calendar to remind you of events or important calls you needto make. You can schedule up to 100 events, 15 Call

Options:Set Date sets the selected date for the holiday.Set Weekly sets weekly holidays.Reset Date resets the holiday setting for the selected date

9. Select the menu under the following options and press .Description to enter a description of your event (up to 14characters).From to schedule th

IntroductionThis User’s Guide introduces you to PCS Service and all the featuresof your new phone. It’s divided into four sections: Section 1: Gettin

Event Alert MenuWhen your phone is turned on and you have an event alarmscheduled, your phone alerts you and displays the event summary.To respond to

Adding a Call Alarm to the SchedulerYou can set call alarms to notify you when you need to place a call.The call alarm will let you know when and to w

Call Alarm AlertsThere are several ways your PCS Phone alerts you of a scheduled callalarm:By playing the alert tone (depending on the Alert and Ring

Editing a Call AlarmTo edit a call alarm:1. From the Event list display (see page 99), highlight one of thecall alarms and press . (The call alarm de

Adding To Do List ItemsYour phone can store and manage up to 20 To Do List items.To add an item to your To Do List:1. From the Event list display (see

Adding a To Do List Item to the ScheduleTo add your To Do List item to the schedule:1. From the To Do List display, highlight the item you want to add

Viewing Memory in Your SchedulerTo view available memory space and options:1. From Event list display (see page 99), press Options (rightsoftkey).2. H

Personal Information ManagementDisplaying Your User AddressTo display the phone’s current user address:1. Press to access the main menu.2. Select Pho

Using Your Phone’s ToolsIn addition to helping you be more efficient and organized, your PCS Vision Phone offers useful and entertaining tools.Using t

Downloading Files Through PCS VisionYour PCS Phone allows you to download images (screen savers),ringers, games, etc., from a PCS Vision connection. I

Section 1Getting Started

To download a file from a Contacts list entry:1. Press to access the main menu.2. Select Contacts and press .3. Select Find/Add Entry and press .4.

To download a ringer file from the Ringer Setting Menu (Ringer Typeand Start-up/Power-off Tone):1. Press to access the main menu.2. Select Settings a

To download an image file from the Display Setting Menu(Animation, Incoming Calls, and Screen Saver):1. Press to access the main menu.2. Select Setti

Confirming the Downloaded Data The downloaded data will be classified as games, ringers, images(screen savers), or applications automatically. However

Options:Play to play the downloaded ringer.Assign to assign the downloaded ringer to the Ringer Type,Start-up/Power-off Tone, Contacts list, etc.Op

To confirm the downloaded applications folder:1. Press to access the main menu.2. Select Downloads and press .3. Select Applications and press .4.

Options:Open to play the downloaded content.Options to select the options of the downloaded data.Properties shows the downloaded data properties.Onl

Icon IndicationSorting the Downloaded DataFiles downloaded via the Web are stored in alphabetical order. Youmay also store the data in memory size ord

Viewing the Downloaded Data Size This feature allows you to confirm each downloaded file’s size andthe remaining download capacity.To view the data si

Section 2IUsing Your Phone’s Voice ServicesIn This Section Using Voice-Activated Dialing Managing Voice Memos Setting Up Screen CallYour PCS Vision

Section 1ASetting Up ServiceIn This Section Getting Started With PCS Service Setting Up Your Voicemail PCS Account Passwords Getting HelpSetting u

Using Voice-Activated DialingIn addition to PCS Voice CommandSM(see page 194), you can use avoice dial tag to automatically dial a phone number in you

7. Enter or highlight the Voice Dial entry (name) in the Contactslist and press .8. Select the labeled category that includes your desired phonenumbe

Managing Voice MemosYou can use your phone’s Voice Services to record brief memos toremind you of important events, phone numbers, or grocery list ite

Recording also stops when the other party hangs up the call.Memo recording is disabled while you are roaming in analogservice areas.When the recordi

Erasing Voice MemosTo erase all voice memos:1. Follow steps 1-4 on the previous page.2. Press Options (right softkey).3. Select Erase All and press .

Setting Up Screen CallThis feature enables you to screen incoming calls by using recordedannouncements, either one that is pre-recorded or one that yo

Selecting an Announcement for Screen CallTo select a Screen Call announcement:1. Press to access the main menu.2. Select Voice Services and press .3

Recording a Customized AnnouncementTo record an announcement:1. Follow steps 1-4 on the previous page.2. Select Custom and press Edit (right softkey).

Section 2JUsing PCS Ready LinkIn This Section Getting Started With PCS Ready Link Making and Receiving a PCS Ready Link Call  Adding and Editing Re

Getting Started With PCS Ready LinkPCS Ready Link allows you to enjoy quick, two-way, “walkie-talkie-style”communication with your friends, family, an

Getting Started With PCS ServiceDetermining if Your Phone is Already ActivatedIf you received your phone in the mail or purchased it at a Sprint Store

Ready Link Call AlertsThere are several ways your PCS Phone alerts you during PCS ReadyLink calls.When you make or receive a PCS Ready Link call:The

Outgoing Calls shows the last 10 different PCS Ready Link calls youplaced.Incoming Calls shows the last 10 different PCS Ready Link calls youaccepte

4. Continue holding as you speak. When you are finishedspeaking, release the Ready Link (Memo) button to allow othercontacts to speak. (When the othe

Making a PCS Ready Link Call by Entering a NumberTo place a PCS Ready Link Call by entering a number:1. From standby mode, enter the PCS Ready Link nu

Receiving a PCS Ready Link Call (1-to-1 Call)1. Make sure your phone’s PCS Ready Link mode is enabled (see“Setting PCS Ready Link Mode” on page 128).2

Redialing a PCS Ready Link CallYou can redial to the last PCS Ready Link call that you dialed orreceived (whichever was more recent).To redial a PCS R

PCS Ready Link OptionsWhen you use PCS Ready Link, several user options are available bypressing Options (right softkey). To select an option, highlig

Adding and Editing Ready Link ContactsCopying an Entry to Personal List or Personal Group ListYou can copy an entry to your Personal List/Per. Groups

To copy an entry from the Company Group List:1. From step 4 on the previous page, highlight Co. Groups and press .2. Highlight a group you want to co

Adding a New Contact to Your Personal ListYou can store the total of 200 entries in the Personal List/Per. Groups.To add a new PCS Ready Link contact:

Setting Up Your VoicemailAll unanswered calls to your PCS Vision Phone are automaticallytransferred to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or

Adding a New Group to Your Personal Group ListYou can add new groups to the Personal Group List. Each group caninclude up to five members. You can ent

Editing a Contact in Your Personal ListTo edit a Personal List contact:1. Follow steps 1-2 in “Adding a New Contact to Your PersonalList” on page 138.

3. Highlight Edit and press .4. Edit the group name and press or OK (left softkey).If you don’t need to edit the group name, press Next (leftsoftke

Erasing Ready Link List EntriesErasing an Entry in Your Personal List or PersonalGroup ListTo erase a contact or a group:1. From the PCS Ready Link Li

Options:Outgoing Calls to erase all outgoing PCS Ready Link calls.Incoming Calls to erase all incoming PCS Ready Link calls.Missed Calls to erase a

6. Select the contact and press .– or –Select the group and press , select an option, and press .Assign to assign the selected group as a speed di

Section 3PCS Service Features

Section 3APCS Service Features: The BasicsIn This Section Using Voicemail Using Caller ID Responding to Call Waiting Making a Three-Way Call Usin

Using VoicemailSetting Up Your VoicemailAll unanswered calls to your PCS Vision Phone are automaticallytransferred to your voicemail, even if your pho

New Voicemail Message AlertsWhen you receive a new voice message, your phone alerts you andprompts you to call your voicemail.To call your voicemail:

PCS Account PasswordsAs a PCS customer, you enjoy unlimited access to your personalaccount information, your voicemail account, and your PCS Visionacc

Using a Phone Other Than Your PCS Vision Phone to Access Messages1. Dial your PCS Phone Number.2. When your voicemail answers, press .3. Enter your p

Voicemail OptionsYour PCS Vision Phone offers several options for organizing andaccessing your voicemail.Using Expert ModeUsing the Expert Mode settin

Voicemail-to-Voicemail MessageRecord and send a voice message to other PCS Voicemail users.1. From the main voicemail menu, press to send a message.2

Continue RecordingWhen leaving a voice message, you can choose to continue recordingeven after you’ve stopped.Before pressing to indicate that you a

Voicemail Menu KeyFollowing the prompts on the voicemail system, you can use yourkeypad to navigate through the voicemail menu. The following listoutl

Using Caller IDCaller ID allows people to identify a caller before answering thephone by displaying the number of the incoming call. If you do notwant

Making a Three-Way CallWith Three-Way Calling, you can talk to two people at the same time.When using this feature, the normal airtime rates will be c

Using Call ForwardingCall Forwarding lets you forward all your incoming calls to anotherphone number – even when your phone is turned off. You cancont

Section 3BPCS VisionSMIn This Section Getting Started With PCS Vision  Accessing Games Understanding Messaging  Accessing Ringers Using Email  A

Getting Started With PCS VisionWith your PCS Vision Phone and PCS Service, you are ready to startenjoying the advantages of PCS Vision. This section w

Getting HelpVisit Our WebsiteYou can get up-to-date information on PCS Services and Options bysigning onto our Website at www.sprintpcs.com.When you v

Finding Your User NameIf you aren’t sure what your PCS Vision User Name is, you can easilyfind it online or on your PCS Vision Phone.To find your User

Launching a PCS Vision ConnectionTo launch a PCS Vision connection:1. Press to access the main menu.2. Select Web and press . (Your PCS Vision conne

Net GuardWhen you first connect to the Web, the Net Guard will appear toconfirm that you want to connect. This feature helps you avoidaccidental conne

Navigating the WebNavigating through menus and Websites during a PCS Vision session is easy once you’ve learned a few basics. Here are some tipsfor ge

SelectingOnce you’ve learned how to use softkeys and scroll, you can startnavigating the Web.To select on-screen items:Use the navigationkey to highl

PCS MessagingUnderstanding MessagingNow you can send and receive emails and text messages andparticipate in Web-based chatrooms right from your PCS Vi

Displaying MessagesTo display a Message from the message notification alert, see “NewMessages” on the previous page.To display a Message from the main

Sending a MessageWith Messaging, you can use a person’s wireless phone number tosend and receive instant text messages from your PCS Vision Phoneto th

To change the recipients or to save the message as a draft, pressOptions (right softkey) and select Chg Recipients or Save to Draftsduring steps 7-11

Sending a Message in the Outbox FolderIf a failure occurs when you try to send a message, the message goesto the Outbox folder.To send a message from

PCS Directory AssistanceYou have access to a variety of services and information through PCS Directory Assistance, including residential, business, an

Lock to lock a message. Locked messages will not be erasedautomatically. To unlock the message, select Unlock and press .(Picture Mail Inbox, Inbox

Lock to lock the message. Locked messages will not be erasedautomatically. To unlock the message, select Unlock and press .Font Size to change the

Message FoldersIncoming Updates and numeric pages are stored in folders in yourphone’s Messaging menu. You may add your own folders or use thephone’s

To edit a folder:1. From the folder list display, highlight a defined folder.2. Press Options (right softkey).3. Select Edit Folder and press .4. Sel

Erasing a FolderTo erase a text message folder:1. From the folder list display, highlight the defined folder youwant to erase.2. Press Options (right

Signing Up for UpdatesWith Updates, you can have news and information sent directly toyour PCS Vision Phone at the times you choose.To select the info

Using EmailWith Email, you can set up an account at no additional charge andperform many of the typical email functions from your PCS VisionPhone that

Accessing Alternate Email ProvidersWith PCS Vision, you can use popular email services such as AOL®Mail, Yahoo!®Mail, and Earthlink®to keep in touch e

Using Instant MessagingPCS Vision also provides you with access to popular instantmessaging (IM) clients, including AOL®Instant MessengerTM,MSN®Messen

Experiencing Wireless Online ChatPCS Vision gives you the ability to join wireless chatrooms from your PCS Vision Phone, to send text messages and ico

Section 2Your PCS Vision Phone

Downloading Premium Services ContentWith PCS Vision and your new PCS Vision Phone, you have access to adynamic variety of Premium Service content such

Downloading an ItemOnce you’ve selected an item you wish to download, highlight it andpress or OK (left softkey). You will see a summary page for the

GamesAccessing GamesYou can play a variety of entertaining and graphically-rich games onyour PCS Vision Phone. New games are easy to download and play

Playing GamesTo play a downloaded game on your PCS Vision Phone:1. Press to access the main menu.2. Select Downloads and press .3. Highlight Games a

RingersAccessing RingersYou can personalize your PCS Vision Phone by downloading andassigning different ringers to number in your address book.Tip: Fo

Assigning Downloaded Ringers You can assign downloaded ringers directly from the Downloadsmenu or through your phone’s Settings menu.To assign a downl

Screen SaversAccessing Screen SaversDownload unique images to use as screen savers – or make it easy totell who’s calling by assigning specific images

Assigning Downloaded Screen Savers Downloaded Screen Savers may be assigned directly from theDownloads menu or through the Settings menu.To assign a d

WebExploring the WebWith Web access on your PCS Vision Phone, you can browse full-color graphic versions of your favorite Websites, making it easier t

Using the Browser MenuNavigating the Web from your phone using the PCS Vision Homepage is easy once you get the hang of it. For details on how tonavig

Table of ContentsWelcome to Sprint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iIntroduction . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Section 2AYour PCS Vision Phone: The BasicsIn This Section Front View of Your Phone Viewing the Display Screen Features of Your PCS VisionSMReady L

Creating a BookmarkBookmarks allow you to store the address of your favorite Websitesfor easy access at a later time.To create a bookmark:1. Launch th

Deleting a BookmarkTo delete a bookmark:1. Access View Bookmarks menu as outlined on the previous pagein steps 1-2.2. Highlight the bookmark you wish

Restarting the Web BrowserIf the Web browser appears to be malfunctioning or stopsresponding, you can usually fix the problem by simply restarting the

PCS Business ConnectionSMUsing PCS Business ConnectionPersonal EditionPCS Business ConnectionSMPersonal Edition gives you secure,real-time access to y

PCS Vision FAQsHow will I know when my phone is ready for PCS Vision service?When your phone is ready, your User Address will be displayed inPhone# Us

Section 3CPCS Voice CommandSMIn This Section Getting Started with PCS Voice CommandSM Creating Your Own Address Book Making a Call with PCS Voice C

Getting Started With PCS Voice CommandWith PCS Voice Command:You can store all your contacts’ phone numbers, so you cansimply say the name of the per

Making a Call With PCS Voice CommandTo place a call with PCS Voice Command:1. Press and create your address book once you’vesigned up for PCS Voice C

Section 4Safety Guidelines and Warranty Information

Section 4A: Safety Guidelines 198Section 4ASafetyIn This Section Getting the Most Out of Your Reception Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your P

Front View of Your PhoneKey Features1. Antenna: Fully extend the antenna for the best reception.2. Ready Link (Memo) Button: Press to access the PCS R

Section 4A: Safety Guidelines 199Getting the Most Out of Your ReceptionKeeping Tabs on Signal StrengthThe quality of each call you make or receive dep

Section 4A: Safety Guidelines 200Note: For the best care of your phone, only Sprint authorized personnel should service yourphone and accessories. Fa

Section 4A: Safety Guidelines 201Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic DevicesMost modern electronic equipment is shielded from radiofrequency (RF) s

Section 4A: Safety Guidelines 202Restricting Children’s Access to Your PhoneYour phone is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with it as they cou

Section 4A: Safety Guidelines 203Acknowledging Special Precautions and theFCC NoticeFCC NoticeThis phone may cause TV or radio interference if used in

Section 4A: Safety Guidelines 204Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) for Wireless PhonesThe SAR is a value that corresponds to the relative amount of RF e

Section 4A: Safety Guidelines 205Consumer Information on Wireless Phones(The following information comes from a consumer information Website jointlysp

Section 4A: Safety Guidelines 206as shoes and pocketbooks, and process food. Medical uses of RF energy includepacemaker monitoring and programming.How

Section 4A: Safety Guidelines 207FDA, EPA and other US government agencies responsible for public health andsafety have worked together and in connect

Section 4A: Safety Guidelines 208Government. While the FCC does not have the expertise to determine radiationexposure guidelines on its own, it does h

8. Earpiece: Lets you hear the caller’s voice.9. Main LCD (display): Displays the phone’s main menu, features,modes, etc.10. Softkey (left): Lets you

Section 4A: Safety Guidelines 209model. The FCC ID number is usually printed somewhere on the case of thephone. Sometimes it may be necessary to remov

Section 4A: Safety Guidelines 210user from RF absorption use special phone cases, while others involve nothingmore than a metallic accessory attached

Section 4A: Safety Guidelines 211the antenna. Therefore, RF exposure on the ground is much less than exposurevery close to the antenna and in the path

Section 4A: Safety Guidelines 212be brought to the FCC’s attention by contacting the FCC RF Safety Program at:202-418-2464 or by email: [email protected]

Section 4A: Safety Guidelines 213produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects. Many studiesof low level RF exposures have not found

Section 4A: Safety Guidelines 214phones. Base stations are thus not the primary subject of the safety questionsdiscussed in this document.What kinds o

Section 4A: Safety Guidelines 215that is directly applicable to human populations, but 10 or more years’ follow-upmay be needed to provide answers abo

Section 4A: Safety Guidelines 216Again, the scientific data do not demonstrate that wireless phones are harmful.But if you are concerned about the RF

Section 4A: Safety Guidelines 217These agencies include the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), theEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Occupati

Section 4A: Safety Guidelines 218The NTIA is an agency of the U.S. Department of Commerce and is responsiblefor authorizing Federal Government use of

Viewing the Display ScreenYour phone’s display screen provides a wealth of information aboutyour phone’s status and options. This list identifies the

Section 4A: Safety Guidelines 219less than or greater than the actual RF emitted by the phone. This differencebetween the RF test measurement and actu

Owner’s RecordThe model number, regulatory number and serial number are located on anameplate inside the battery compartment. Record the serial number

Section 4BTerms & Conditions andManufacturer’s WarrantyIn This Section Terms and Conditions Manufacturer’s WarrantyYour PCS Vision Phone has bee

Terms and ConditionsTerms and Conditions of Services(Effective as of November 24, 2003 until replaced)Thanks for choosing Sprint. These terms and cond

Credit Verification. You must have and maintain satisfactory credit to receive andcontinue to receive Services. We will verify your credit before agre

Termination. General. Regardless of whether you have a Non-Term or a TermService Plan, we may terminate or suspend Services to you without liability i

voice calls that are not completed. You are charged for completed calls to yourNumber from the time shortly before the phone starts ringing until the

PCS Vision Premium Services. Your PCS Vision wireless services may allow you toaccess or download premium content for an additional charge. Certain PC

Voice Command. PCS Voice Command is an optional service that allows you toplace calls by using speech recognition technology. Calls to 911 or similare

Disputed Charges. You must raise any dispute that you have about any chargesinvoiced to you within 15 days of the date of the invoice or you have acce

Features of Your PCS VisionSMReady LinkPhone RL-7300 by SanyoCongratulations on the purchase of your PCS VisionSMReady LinkPhone RL-7300 by Sanyo. Thi

outstanding charges and return any excess to you at your last known address within75 days after termination of Services. If the U.S. Postal Service ca

between Sprint and the other providers. If we do not have a roaming agreement inplace, you may be able to place roaming calls “manually” by using a va

TTY Access. A TTY (also known as TDD or Text Telephone) is a telecommunicationsdevice that allows people who are deaf or hard of hearing, or who have

k) any act or omission of any third party or independent contractor that offersproducts or services in conjunction with or through the Services; orl)

An appeal may be taken under the CPR Arbitration Appeal Procedure from any finalaward of any arbitral panel in any arbitration arising out of or relat

Manufacturer’s WarrantyCustomer Limited WarrantySPRINT SPECTRUM, L.P., (Sprint) offers you a limited warranty that the enclosedsubscriber unit (Produc

This warranty does not cover customer education, instruction, installation, set upadjustments, or signal reception problems.This warranty is valid onl

Section 4B: Terms & Conditions / Warranty 236Copyright(c) 2004 ACCESS Systems America Inc. ACCESS, NetFront are registered trademarks or trademark

IndexAAbbreviated Dialing 29, 56Activating Phone 3Advanced Information 106Airplane Mode 51Alert Notification 40Answering Calls 20Any Key Answer

DownloadingAccessing Menus 179Data Size 117Erasing 65, 117Icon Indication 116Selecting 163Viewing Memory 117EEmail 175Email Providers 176Emerg

Turning Your Phone On and OffTurning Your Phone OnTo turn your phone on:Press .Once your phone is on, it displays “Looking for service...” whichindi

NNet Guard 161OOpen/Close Flip Option 54PPasscode 66PCS Business Connection 192PCS Ready LinkAdding 138, 139Contacts List 129Copying 136Editing

SSafety Guideline 197SchedulerCalendar 96Call Alarm 100Erasing 99, 104Event 97Memory 105Setting the Time/Date 96Setting Holidays 96To Do 103S

VVersion 106Voice CommandCreating Address Book 195Getting Started 195Making a Call 196Voice DialErasing 120Programming 119Reviewing 120Using 1

Using Your Phone’s Battery and ChargerBattery CapacityYour PCS Vision Phone is equipped with a Lithium Ion (LiIon)battery. It allows you to recharge y

Charging the BatteryYour PCS Vision Phone’s LiIon battery is rechargeable and should becharged as soon as possible so you can begin using your phone.K

Displaying Your Phone NumberJust in case you forget your phone number, your PCS Vision Phonecan remind you.To display your phone number:1. Press to a

Important: To maximize performance when using your PCS Phone, extend theantenna before a call and do not touch the antenna during a call (see page 199

Using Speed Dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29Using Abbreviated Dialing . . . . . .

Dialing OptionsDialing options are displayed when you press after enteringnumbers in the phone’s standby mode.To select an option, highlight it and p

Answering CallsTo answer an incoming call:1. Make sure your phone is on. (If your phone is off, incoming callsgo to voicemail.)2. Press or to answer

The following options are also displayed by pressing . To select anoption, highlight it and press .Call Guard to answer the call when you are in ro

Ending a CallTo disconnect a call when you are finished:With the Flip Open:Close the phone or press .With the Flip Closed:Press and hold .Note: If

Changing the Ringer VolumeTo change the ringer volume, press the Side Volume key when thephone is in standby mode.Note: To change the ringer volume fr

Missed Call NotificationWhen an incoming call is not answered, the Missed Call log isdisplayed on your screen.To display the Missed Call entry:Press

In-Call OptionsDuring a call, your phone displays menu options when you press .To select an option, highlight it and press .Flash to answer an inco

End-of-Call OptionsTo display the following options, press within 10 seconds afterdisconnecting a call.To select an option, highlight it and press .

Finding a Phone NumberYou can search Contacts list entries for phone numbers that contain aspecific string of numbers.To find a phone number:1. Enter

Dialing From the Contacts DirectoryTo dial directly from a Contacts entry:1. Press to access the main menu.2. Select Contacts and press .3. Select F

Auto Answer Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53Setting the Open/Close Flip Option . .

Using Speed DialingWith this feature, you can dial your favorite entries using one key pressfor locations 2-9. (See “Assigning Speed Dial Numbers” on

Entering TextSelecting a Character Input ModeYour PCS Vision Phone provides convenient ways to enter words,letters, punctuation, and numbers whenever

Entering Characters Using T9 Text InputT9 Text Input lets you enter text in your PCS Vision Phone bypressing keys just once per letter. (To select the

Entering Characters by Tapping the KeypadTo enter characters by tapping the keypad, select the Alphabet mode(see “Selecting a Character Input Mode” on

Entering Numbers, Symbols, Canned Suffixes andSmileysTo enter numbers:1. In a text entry field, press Mode (right softkey).2. Highlight NUMBER and pre

Section 2BControlling Your Phone’s SettingsIn This Section Sound Settings Display Settings Location Settings Airplane Mode TTY Use With PCS Servi

Sound SettingsRinger TypesRinger types help you identify incoming calls and messages. You canassign ringer types to individual Contacts entries, types

Selecting Ringer Types for VoicemailTo select a ringer type for voicemail:1. Press to access the main menu.2. Select Settings and press .3. Select S

Selecting Ringer Types for CalendarTo select a ringer type for calendar:1. Press to access the main menu.2. Select Settings and press .3. Select Sou

Setting a Start-up/Power-off Tone1. Follow steps 1-4 in “Selecting a Tone Length.”2. Select the menu under Start-up Tone or Power-off Tone and press

2F. Managing Call History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79Viewing History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Adjusting the Phone’s Volume SettingsYou can adjust your phone’s volume settings to suit your needs andyour environment.To adjust the ringer, start-up

Alert NotificationYour PCS Phone can alert you with an audible tone when you changeservice areas, once a minute during a voice call, or when a call ha

Silence AllThere may be times when you need to silence your phone entirely.The phone’s Silence All option allows you to mute all sounds withoutturning

Display SettingsChanging the Text GreetingThe text greeting can be up to fifteen characters and is displayed onyour phone’s screen in standby mode. Yo

Changing the Backlight Time LengthThe backlight setting lets you select how long the display screen andkeypad are backlit after any key press is made.

Changing the Display ScreenYour new PCS Vision Phone offers options for what you see on thedisplay screen while powering on or off and when in standby

Changing the Display for Incoming CallsYou can set the color or downloaded image (screen saver) to beshown on the Incoming Calls display.Follow these

Changing the Display for Standby ModeThis feature enables you to select a variety of items to display instandby mode.To set your standby display:1. Pr

Changing the Screen SaverYour new PCS Phone offers you the option of displaying a screensaver while in standby mode.To assign a screen saver:1. Press

Changing the LED Indicator ColorTo change the phone’s LED indicator color:1. Press to access the main menu.2. Select Settings and press .3. Select D

Adding a To Do List Item to the Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104Deleting Items From the To Do List . . . . . . . . . .

Changing the Theme ColorYou can customize your phone display’s appearance by selecting acolor scheme to reflect your personality.To change the display

Location SettingsYour PCS Vision Phone is equipped with a Location feature for use inconnection with location-based services that may be available in

Airplane ModeAirplane Mode allows you to use many of your phone’s features, suchas Games, Voice Memos, etc., when you are in an airplane or in anyothe

TTY Use With PCS Service From SprintA TTY (also known as a TDD or Text Telephone) is atelecommunications device that allows people who are deaf or har

Phone Setup OptionsShortcutYour phone offers you the option of assigning a shortcut key to afavorite or often-used function. Pressing the navigation k

Setting the Open/Close Flip OptionThis feature enables you to answer an incoming call by opening theflip or to end a call by closing the flip.To activ

Setting Any Key AnswerThis feature allows you to answer incoming calls by pressing any key(except , , ,,,,or the navigation key).To activate this fea

Setting Abbreviated DialingAbbreviated Dialing is another form of speed dialing. It allows you todial a number by entering just the last four digits o

Headset ModeThis feature allows you hands-free phone use. Set the headset modeto Voice Call or Ready Link and press the Turbo Button (the operationbut

Setting Message NotificationYou can see a pop-up message notification when you receive a textmessage or Voicemail while you are in PCS Vision applicat

Preparing Your Phone for PCS Ready Link Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128Ready Link Call Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Setting the Current TimeTo set the current time when you are roaming in an area with nodigital network:1. Press to access the main menu.2. Select Set

Section 2CSetting Your Phone’s SecurityIn This Section Accessing the Security Menu Using Your Phone’s Lock Feature Restricting Calls Using Special

Accessing the Security MenuAll of your phone’s security settings are available through theSecurity menu. You must enter your lock code to view the Sec

Using Your Phone’s Lock FeatureLocking Your PhoneWhen your phone is locked, you can only receive incoming calls ormake calls to 911, PCS Customer Solu

Calling in Lock ModeYou can place calls to 911, PCS Customer Solutions, and to yourspecial numbers when in lock mode. (For information on specialnumbe

Using Special NumbersSpecial numbers are important numbers that you have designated asbeing “always available.” You can call and receive calls from sp

Erasing All DownloadsTo erase all data downloaded from the Web:1. From the Security Menu display (see “Accessing the SecurityMenu” on page 61), select

Resetting and Locking Your Phone Through SMSWhen your phone is lost or stolen, you can erase your importantpersonal information (such as Contacts entr

Security Features for PCS VisionSMEnabling and Disabling PCS Vision ServicesYou can disable PCS Vision services without turning off your phone;however

Section 2DControlling Your Roaming ExperienceIn This Section Understanding Roaming Setting Your Phone’s Roam Mode Controlling Roaming Charges Using

New Voicemail Message Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148Retrieving Your Voicemail Messages . . . . . . .

Understanding RoamingRecognizing Icons on the Display ScreenYour phone’s display screen always lets you know when you’re offthe Sprint Nationwide PCS

Roaming on Analog NetworksWhen you roam on analog networks, you will experience a similarquality provided by other analog carriers today. Although som

Checking for Voicemail Messages While RoamingWhen you are roaming off the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network, youmay not receive on-phone notification of n

Setting Your Phone’s Roam ModeYour PCS Vision Phone allows you to control your roamingcapabilities. By using the Roaming menu option, you can determin

Controlling Roaming Charges Using Call GuardYour phone has two ways of alerting you when you are roaming offthe Sprint Nationwide PCS Network: the ons

Section 2ENavigating Through MenusIn This Section Menu Navigation Menu Structure Viewing the MenusEvery function and feature of your PCS Vision Rea

Menu NavigationThe navigation key on your PCS Vision Phone allows you to scrollthrough menus quickly and easily. The scroll bar at the right of themen

Viewing the MenusMenu DiagramThe following list outlines your phone’s menu structure.1. Call History1. Outgoing Calls2. Incoming Calls3. Missed Calls4

2. Display1. Backlight2. Greeting3. Font Size4. Color5. Animation6. Incoming Calls7. Match AreaCode8. Standby Display9. Main Menu10.My Buddy11.Sleep M

9. Others1. Any Key Answer2. Auto Answer3. Open/Close Flip4. Abbrev. Dial5. Headset Mode6. TTY7. Side Key Guard8. My Shortcut9. Airplane Mode10.Set Ti

Accessing Email Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .175Composing Email Messages . . . . . . . . . .

Section 2FManaging Call HistoryIn This Section Viewing History Call History Options Making a Call From Call History Saving a Phone Number From Cal

Viewing History You’ll find the Call History feature very helpful. They are lists of thelast 20 voice calls and the last 10 Ready Link calls that you

Call History OptionsFor additional information and options on a particular call, highlighta Call History entry and press Options (right softkey).Call

Saving a Phone Number From Call HistoryYour PCS Vision Phone can store up to 300 Contacts entries.Contacts entries can store up to a total of 500 phon

Prepending a Phone Number From Call HistoryIf you need to place a call from Call History and you happen to beoutside your local area code, you can add

Section 2GUsing the Contacts DirectoryIn This Section Displaying the Contacts List Adding a New Contacts List Entry Finding Contacts List Entries

Displaying the Contacts ListPress on the navigation key.– or –1. Press to access the main menu.2. Select Contacts and press .3. Select Find/Add En

Finding Contacts List EntriesThere are several ways to display your Contacts entries: by name, byspeed dial number, by group, and by voice dial tags.

Finding Speed Dial NumbersTo find phone numbers you have stored in speed dial locations:1. Press to access the main menu.2. Select Contacts and press

Contacts List Entry OptionsTo access a contact’s options, display the Contacts list, highlight anentry, press , select a phone number, and press Opti