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- Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 1
Sprint PCS Vision® Phone A640 by Samsung® www.sprint.com © 2006 Sprint Nextel. All rights reserved. Sprint, the "Going Forward" logo, and other trademarks are trademarks of Sprint Nextel. Printed in Korea. - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 2
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Up Your Voicemail 5 Sprint PCS Account Passwords 6 Getting Help 7 Section 2: Your Phone 11 2A. Your Phone: The Basics 13 Front View of Your Phone 14 Viewing the Display Screen 17 Features of Your Phone 21 Turning Your Phone On and Off 23 Using Your Phone's Battery and Charger 24 Navigating - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 4
Pictures 75 Erasing Messages 76 Default Settings 76 Resetting Your Phone 77 Security Features for Sprint PCS Vision 77 2D. Controlling Your Roaming Experience 79 Understanding Roaming 80 Setting Your Phone's Roam Mode 81 Using Call Guard 82 Data Roaming 83 2E. Managing Call History 85 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 5
Backup 99 Dialing Sprint PCS Services 101 2G. Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools 103 Using Your Phone's Scheduler 104 Using Your Phone's Alarm Clock 107 Using Your Phone's Memo Pad 108 Using Your Phone's Tools 109 2H. Using Your Phone's Voice Services 113 Activating Voice Recognition - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 6
161 Updating Sprint PCS Ready Link Lists 162 Managing Sprint PCS Ready Link Settings 163 2K. Using Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 167 Turning Bluetooth On and Off 168 Using the Bluetooth Settings Menu 169 Bluetooth Profiles 171 Pairing Bluetooth Devices 172 Section 3: Sprint PCS Service - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 7
Own Address Book 219 Making a Call With Sprint PCS Voice Command 220 Accessing Information Using Sprint PCS Voice Command . . 221 Section 4: Phone 227 Using Your Phone With a Hearing Aid Device 229 Caring for the Battery 231 Radiofrequency (RF) Energy 232 Owner's Record 233 Phone Guide - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 8
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so all your services - whether it's Voicemail, Caller ID, email, or Sprint PCS® Picture Mail - will work the same wherever you go on the Nationwide Sprint PCS® Network. This guide will familiarize you with our technology and your new phone through simple, easy-to-follow instructions. It's all right - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 10
and go directly to that page. Follow the instructions in that section, and you'll be ready to use your phone in no time. Phone Guide Note: Due to updates in phone software, this printed guide may not be the most current version for your phone. Visit www.sprint.com and sign on to My PCS to access - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 11
. For more information about navigating through the menus, please see "Navigating Through Phone Menus" on page 28. CONTACTS (RIGHT SOFTKEY) PRESS MENU TO DISPLAY THE FOLLOWING: VOICE KIT 1: Voice Service 1: Digit Dialing 4: Sound 2: Voice Memo 1: Record MESSAGING 1: Send Message 1: Text Message - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 12
Message 3: Picture Mail 3: Reminder 1: Off 2: Once 3: Every 2 min 6: Save in Outbox (Yes/No) 7: Auto Erase (Yes/No) 8: VoiceSMS Options 1: Speakerphone (On/Off) 2: From Name TOOLS 1: Bluetooth iv - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 13
#2 3: Alarm #3 9: Calculator 0: Set Time (displayed when there is no time information) PICTURES 1: Camera Press the right softkey while in camera mode to view the following options: 1: Self Timer 1: Off 2: 5 Sec 3: 10 Sec 2: Fun Tools 1: Fun Frames 1: Off 4: Movie Star 7: Memories 10 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 14
3: Shutter Sound 1: Shutter 1-6 2: Say Cheese 3: Off 4: Auto Erase (On/Off) 5: View Mode (Full Screen/Wide Screen) 5: Review Pictures 2: My Pictures 1: In Camera 2: Saved to Phone 3: Online Albums 1: View Albums 2: Upload Picture 4: Order Prints 5: Settings and Info 1: Account Info - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 15
1: Preset Image 1: Red Flower 4: Pattern 7: Video 10: Calendar 2: Reflection 5: Skyscraper 8: Launch Pad 11: Dual Clock 3: Sandglass 6: Sprint 9: World Time 12: Analog Clock 2: My Content 3: My Albums 2: Menu Style 1: Grid style 1 2: Grid style 2 3: List style 3: Incoming Call 1: With - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 16
1: Flip open 4: 8 seconds 2: 30 seconds 5: Off 3: Pwr Save Mode (On/Off) 4: Brightness 1: Lowest 4: High 2: Low 5: Highest 2: Sounds 1: Ringer Type 1: Voice Calls 1: With Caller ID 1: Single Tones 4: My Contents 2: Ring Tones 2: No Caller ID 1: Single - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 17
Ringer Vol. 2: Separate Vol. 3: Always Vibrate 3: Alerts 1: Minute Beep (On/Off) 2: Service (On/Off) 3: Connect (On/Off) 4: Sig. Fade Tone (On/Off) 5: Power (Short/Long) 5: TTS 1: TTS Mode (Enable/Disable) 2: TTS Volume (Silence All/Level 1-8) 3: Bluetooth 1: Enable (On/Off) 2: Visibility - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 18
1: Enable/Disable (Enable/Disable) 2: Restart Ready Link (Yes/No) 3: List Update 4: R-Link Guard (On/Off) 5: Sounds 1: Tones (Default/Sound 1-6) 2: (On/Off) 3: Learn More 7: Voice Service 1: Digit Dialing 1: Adapt Digits 2: Reset Digits 2: Sensitivity 1: Commands 2: Names 3: Choice - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 19
(Yes/No) 4: Erase Pictures (Yes/No) 6: Default Settings (Yes/No) 7: Reset Phone (Yes/No) 8: Reset Picture Account (Yes/No) 9: Roaming 1: Set Mode 1: Automatic 2: Roaming only 3: Sprint 2: Call Guard (On/Off) 3: Data Roaming (On/Off) 0: Launch Pad 1: Up Key 1: Contacts 4: VoiceSMS Inbox - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 20
Message 8: Web 11: Scheduler 14: Display 3: Text Inbox 6: Send VoiceSMS 9: Voice Service 12: Alarms 15: Ringer Type 3: Left Key 1: Contacts 4: VoiceSMS Inbox 7: My Content Answer (CarKit/Headset) (Yes/No) 2: Language 1: English 2: Español 3: Airplane Mode (On/Off) 4: Location (On/Off) xii - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 21
(On/Off) 6: Audio Routing 1: Normal 2: Headset Only 7: Headset Mode 1: Voice Call 2: Ready Link 3: Button Off 8: TTY Mode 1: TTY off 4: TTY Full 2: TTY + Hear 3: TTY + Talk 9: Update Phone SW #: Phone Info 1: Phone Number 3: Version 2: Icon Glossary 4: Advanced MY CONTENT 1: Games - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 22
1:Unassigned 3: Friends 5: VIPs 2: Family 4: Colleague 6: Empty 5: My Name Card 6: Wireless Backup 1: Subscribe 2: Alert (On/Off) 3: Learn More 7: Services 1: Account Info 4: Sprint Operator 2: Customer Service 3: Dir Assist 5: Sprint Voice Command IN USE MENU Press Options (right softkey - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 23
Section 1 Getting Started - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 24
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This Section ࡗ Getting Started With Sprint PCS Service ࡗ Setting Up Your Voicemail ࡗ Sprint PCS Account Passwords ࡗ Getting Help 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 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 26
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 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 27
voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. To set up your voicemail: 1. From standby mode, press and hold . 2. Follow the system are concerned about unauthorized access to your voicemail account, Sprint recommends you enable your voicemail passcode. For more information - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 28
on your voicemail password. Sprint PCS Vision Password With your A640 by Samsung, you may elect to set up a Sprint PCS Vision password. This optional password may be used to authorize purchase of Premium Services content and to protect personal information on multi-phone accounts. For more - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 29
your minutes used (depending on your Sprint PCS service plan) ⅷ View and pay your bill ⅷ Make your life easier by enrolling in Sprint PCS online billing and automatic payment ⅷ Purchase accessories ⅷ Shop for the latest phones ⅷ View available Sprint PCS service plans and options ⅷ Learn more about - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 30
Invoicing Information For your convenience, your phone gives you access to invoicing information on your Sprint PCS account. This information includes service may not be available in all Affiliate areas. Sprint 411 You have access to a variety of services and information through Sprint 411 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 31
Setting Up Service Sprint 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 Operator Services: ᮣ Press . For more information or to see the latest in - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 32
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Section 2 Your Phone - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 34
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: The Basics In This Section ࡗ Front View of Your Phone ࡗ Viewing the Display Screen ࡗ Features of Your Phone ࡗ Turning Your Phone On and Off ࡗ Using Your Phone's Battery and Charger ࡗ Navigating Through Phone Menus ࡗ Displaying Your Phone Number ࡗ Making and Answering Calls ࡗ Entering Text Your - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 36
Front View of Your Phone 1. Speaker 2. Display Screen 3. Ready Link Key 22. Navigation Key 4. Headset Jack 16. Camera Key 15. Space/Pound Key 14. Plus Code Dialing Key 13. Microphone 12. Power Interface 11. Standard Interface/ Connector Accessory Connector 14 Section 2A: Your Phone: The Basics - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 37
/Asterisk Key enters the asterisk [*] character for calling features. In text entry mode, press to change the capitalization mode. 11. Standard Interface/Accessory Connector allows you to connect optional charging accessories and accessory cables to your phone. Section 2A: Your Phone: The Basics 15 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 38
charger that was included with your phone. 13. Microphone allows other callers to hear you clearly when you are speaking to them. 14. Plus Code Dialing Key automatically dials the international access code in a Sprint PCS Vision session. 18. Speakerphone/Voice Signal Key in stand-by mode, press and - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 39
. Navigation Key scrolls through the phone's menu options and acts as a shortcut key from standby mode. Ⅲ Press Up to access phone's display screen: Tip: To view a list of your phone's icons and descriptions, from the main menu select Settings > Phone Info > Icon Glossary. indicates that your Sprint - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 40
indicates that position location is active. indicates that position location is inactive. indicates that your phone is in Web security mode. indicates that your phone is roaming. indicates that you have voicemail, text, numeric pages, or Wireless Application Protocol (WAP) messages waiting. Press - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 41
that you have listened to the SMS Voice message. indicates that your message is locked. indicates that your phone is in vibrate all mode. indicates that the TTY option is on. indicates that your phone has a ringer volume set and the vibrate option is checked. indicates that the ringer is set at - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 42
battery charge strength. (Icon shows fully discharged in idle mode.) indicates that the camera is enabled. indicates that the self-timer function is enabled. With the self-timer enabled, a set amount of time is required prior to taking a picture. indicates that the brightness has been set manually - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 43
purchase of your phone. The A640 by Samsung is lightweight, easy-to-use, and reliable, and it also offers many significant features and service options. The following list previews some of those features and provides page numbers where you can find out more: ⅷ Dual band/tri-mode capability allows - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 44
Link® provides instant walkie-talkie- style communication between two or more Ready Link users (up to six on a group call) (page 143). ⅷ Sprint PCS Vision provides access to the wireless Internet in digital mode (page 195). ⅷ Sprint PCS® Mail (page 204), SMS Text Messaging (page 186), and SMS Voice - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 45
returns to standby mode. In Power Save mode, your phone searches for a signal periodically without your intervention. You can also initiate a search for Sprint PCS Service by pressing any key (when your phone is turned on). Note: The Power Save feature helps to conserve your battery power when you - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 46
-approved or manufacturer-approved battery and charger may increase the risk that your phone will overheat, catch fire, or explode, resulting in serious bodily injury, death, or property damage. Sprint- or manufacturer-approved batteries and accessories can be found at Sprint Stores or through your - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 47
, searching for service, vibrate mode, and browser use affect the battery's talk and standby times. Tip: Be sure to watch your phone's battery level indicator and charge the battery before it runs out of power. Installing the Battery To install the Li-Ion battery: 1. Insert the battery into the - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 48
is getting too low, the battery icon ( ) blinks and the phone sounds a warning tone. Always use a Sprint-approved desktop charger, travel charger, or vehicle power adapter to charge your battery. Warning: Using the wrong battery charger could cause damage to your phone and void the warranty. 26 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 49
hours to fully recharge a completely rundown battery. UL Certified Travel Adapter The Travel Adapter for this phone has met UL 1310 safety requirements. Please adhere to the following safety instructions per UL guidelines. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS PERSONAL - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 50
pressing the navigation key right or left. For a diagram of your phone's menu, please see "Your Phone's Menu" on page iii. Selecting Menu Items As you navigate through screen.) Note: For the purposes of this guide, the above steps condense into "Select Menu > Call History > Incoming Calls." 28 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 51
To return to standby mode: ᮣ Press . Displaying Your Phone Number Just in case you forget your phone number, your phone can remind you. To display your phone number: ᮣ Select Menu > Settings > Phone Info > Phone Number. (Your phone number and other information about your phone and account will be - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 52
Since the antenna has been integrated into the design of the phone, it is important not to block the reception path accidentally to ensure the strongest signal ATTENTION Correct Incorrect Obstructing the internal antenna could inhibit call performance. 30 Section 2A: Your Phone: The Basics - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 53
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 twice. You can also place calls from your phone by using the Contacts menu (page 93), Sprint PCS Voice Command (page 217), speed dialing - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 54
Dialing Options When you enter numbers in standby mode, select Options ( ) to see the following dialing a seven- or ten-digit number (phone number and area code) and press Options (right softkey) > Save to save the phone number in your Contacts. (See "Saving a Phone Number" on page 37.) ⅷ Find - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 55
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 66 for more information.) Your phone notifies you of incoming calls in the following ways: ⅷ The - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 56
charges when making or receiving calls while outside the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. Please see Section 2D: Controlling Your Roaming Experience the entry and press . (To dial the phone number, press .) To display a Missed Call entry from standby mode: 1. Select Menu > Call History > Missed Calls - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 57
up menu (appears only if the phone is unlocked), press the key. Tip: Press Options (right softkey) and then Phone Info & Phone Number to display your phone number during an emergency call. To exit Emergency mode: 1. Press to end a 911 call. 2. Press until Emergency mode is exited. Section 2A - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 58
or highlight the option and press . The following options are available through the Options menu: Warning! Due to higher volume levels, do not place the phone near your ear during monitor use. ⅷ Key Mute/Unmute allows you to mute the microphone on your handset so the caller is unable to hear - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 59
automatically sorts the Contacts entries alphabetically. (For more information, see Section 2F: Using Contacts on page 91.) To save a number from standby mode: 1. Enter a phone number and press . 2. Select New Entry or Existing Entry and press . Note: The New Entry screen does not display for the - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 60
3. Use your navigation key to select a label (Mobile, Home, Work, Pager, or Others) and press Phone Number You can search Contacts entries for phone numbers that contain a specific string of numbers. To find a phone number: 1. While in standby mode, enter three or more of the last digits of the phone - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 61
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: ⅷ Hard Pause sends the next set of numbers when you press the left softkey button. ⅷ 2-sec Pause automatically sends the next set of numbers - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 62
: 1. Press and hold display. until a "+" appears on your phone 2. Dial the country code and phone number you're calling and press . (The access code for international dialing will automatically be dialed, followed by the country code and phone number.) Dialing From the Contacts List To dial - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 63
Speed Dialing You can store up to 98 numbers in your phone's speed dial memory to make contacting friends and family as easy are roaming; when you are roaming off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network, you must always dial using 11 digits (1 + area code + number). Section 2A: Your Phone: The Basics 41 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 64
Entering Text Selecting a Character Input Mode 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). To change the character input - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 65
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 42.) T9 Text Input analyzes the letters you enter using an intuitive word - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 66
Entering Characters by Tapping the Keypad To enter characters by tapping the keypad: 1. Select the Alpha mode. (See "Selecting a Character Input Mode" on page 42.) 2. Press the corresponding keys repeatedly until the desired letter appears. (For example, to enter the word "Bill," press twice, - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 67
Phone Basics Entering Numbers, Symbols, Smileys, and Preset Messages To enter numbers: ᮣ Select the Number mode and press the appropriate key. (See "Selecting a Character Input Mode" on page 42.) To enter symbols: ᮣ Select the Symbol mode. (See "Selecting a Character Input Mode" on page 42.) To - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 68
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ࡗ Display Settings ࡗ Location Settings ࡗ Messaging Settings ࡗ Airplane Mode ࡗ TTY Use With Sprint PCS Service ࡗ Updating Phone Software ࡗ Phone Setup Options ࡗ Call Setup Options Using the menu options available on your phone, you can customize your phone to sound, look, and operate just the way you - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 70
Ringer alerts you to calls or messages without disturbing others. ⅷ Downloaded Ringers can be downloaded right to your phone. (See "Downloading Premium Services Content" on page 206.) Selecting Ringer Types for Voice Calls Your phone provides a variety of ringer options that allow you to customize - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 71
Your Phone's Settings Selecting Ringer Types for Messages To select a ringer type for messages: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Sounds > Ringer Type > Messages. sample ringer will sound as you highlight each option. 4. Press to assign the desired ringer. Section 2B: Controlling Your Phone's Settings 49 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 72
a key tone: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Sounds > Key Tone. 2. Select Tone Type and press . 3. Select DTMF, Xylophone, or Simple and press . Key Tone Level Your phone allows you to set the desired volume level of the key tones. To set the key tone level: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Sounds > Key Tone - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 73
level and select Done ( ). (Select Always Vibrate to make the ringer vibrate at any volume level.) Tip: You can adjust the ringer volume in standby mode (or the earpiece volume during a call) by using the volume key on the left side of your phone. Section 2B: Controlling Your - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 74
Vibrate to make the ringer vibrate at any volume level.) Alert Notification Your phone can alert you with an audible tone when you change service areas, once a minute during a voice call, when the signal fades, when powering your phone on or off, or when a call has been connected. To enable or - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 75
's Silence All option allows you to mute all sounds without turning your phone off. To activate Silence All: ᮣ With the phone open, press and hold the volume key down in standby mode. (The screen will display "Silence All.") To deactivate Silence All: ᮣ Press the volume key up repeatedly to select - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 76
14 characters and is displayed on your phone's screen in standby mode. You may choose to keep the phone's default greeting ("Sprint"), or you may enter your own custom time setting and press . Note: Long backlight settings affect the battery's talk and standby times. 54 Section 2B: Controlling Your - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 77
Changing the Display Screen Your new phone offers options for what you see on the display screen and when in standby mode. To change the display images on main LCD: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Display > Screen Saver. 2. Select Preset Image, My Content, or My Albums and press . 3. Choose - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 78
Basic, Rainbow, Monochrome, or Hyphenate and press . Changing the Dialing Font This setting allows you to adjust the display appearance when dialing phone numbers. To change the dialing font: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Display > Dialing Font > Size. 2. Select Large, Medium, or Small and press . 56 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 79
GPS technology, making some Sprint PCS applications and services easier to use. Turning location based on the cell site serving your call. No application or service may use your location press . When the Location feature is on, your phone's standby screen will display the icon. When Location - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 80
can send and receive many different kinds of text messages without placing a voice call. (For more information, see "Accessing Messaging" on page 203.) Your phone's messaging settings make text messaging even faster and easier by letting you decide how you would like to be notified of new messages - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 81
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 when your phone's message memory becomes full. To automatically delete read messages: 1. Select Menu > Messaging > Settings > Auto Erase. 2. Select Yes or No - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 82
Managing Preset Messages Your phone is programmed with 10 preset messages to help make sending text messages faster and easier. These messages, such as "Where are you?," " 42), and press . (Your new message will be added to the beginning of the list.) 60 Section 2B: Controlling Your Phone's Settings - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 83
and press . While in Airplane Mode, your phone's standby screen will display "Phone off." TTY Use With Sprint PCS Service A TTY (also known as a supports digital wireless transmission. Your phone and TTY device will connect via a special cable that plugs into your phone's headset jack. If this cable - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 84
is plugged in. If TTY mode is enabled, the audio quality of non-TTY devices connected to the headset jack may be impaired. WARNING 911 Emergency Calling Sprint recommends that TTY users make emergency calls by other means, including Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS), analog cellular, and - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 85
allows you to download and update the software in your phone automatically. Only the internal software is updated; no Contacts entries or other information saved to your phone will be deleted. To update your phone: 1. Press Menu > Settings > Others > Update Phone SW from standby mode. 2. Follow the - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 86
up the following options: ⅷ Abbreviated Dial allows you to program a five- or six-digit prefix for commonly used phone numbers. ⅷ Contact Match allows you to turn the Contacts . 3. Input the five- or six-digit prefix (for example, area code and prefix) and press . 64 Section 2B: Controlling Your - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 87
call: 1. Enter the last four or five digits of the prefix phone number. 2. Abbrev. Dial is displayed in the lower left corner with the call. Contact Match With the Contact Match feature, your phone displays the contact's name and phone number if the incoming call or outgoing call is in your Contacts - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 88
Settings > Others > Call Setup > Restriction. 2. Enter your lock code. 3. Select Outgoing Call and press . 4. Select Allow all, Contacts only, or Special# only and press . Call Answer Mode You can determine how to answer incoming calls on your phone, whether by pressing , by pressing any number key - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 89
calls when connected to an optional hands-free car kit or a headset. To set Auto Answer mode: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Others > Call Setup > Auto Answer. 2. Select Yes to answer calls automatically when the phone is connected to a hands-free car kit or a headset (sold separately). Remember, your - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 90
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the Security Menu ࡗ Using Your Phone's Lock Feature ࡗ Lock Services ࡗ Using Special Numbers ࡗ Erasing Contacts ࡗ Erasing My Content ࡗ Erasing Voice Memos ࡗ Erasing Pictures ࡗ Erasing Messages ࡗ Default Settings ࡗ Resetting Your Phone ࡗ Security Features for Sprint PCS Vision By using the security - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 92
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). If none of these work, call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4PCS (4727). Using Your Phone's Lock Feature Locking Your Phone When your phone is locked - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 93
, see "Using Special Numbers" on page 73.) To place an outgoing call in lock mode: ᮣ To call an emergency number, special number, or Sprint Customer Service, enter the phone number and press . Changing the Lock Code To change your lock code: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Security. 2. Enter your lock - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 94
Sprint PCS Vision services. When you enable Lock Services, you will be unable to make new calls (excluding emergency numbers) or to access the Vision services until the lock has been disabled in the Security menu. Locking Voice Services 1. Select Menu > Settings > Security. 2. Enter your lock code - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 95
Your Phone's Security Locking Ready Link 1. Select Menu > Settings > Security. 2. Enter your lock code. (The Security menu is displayed.) 3. Select Lock Service and press . 4. Select Ready Link and press . 5. Select Lock and press . Using Special Numbers Special numbers are important numbers that - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 96
select Yes and press . Erasing My Content You can use your phone's security menu to erase all content you have downloaded to your phone. To erase all downloads: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Security. 2. Enter your lock code. (The Security menu is displayed.) 3. Select Erase > Erase My Contents. 4. If - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 97
, select Yes and press . Erasing Pictures You can use your phone's security menu to erase all pictures saved in your phone. To erase all pictures: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Security. 2. Enter your lock code. (The Security menu is displayed.) 3. Select Erase > Erase Pictures. If you are certain - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 98
saved in your phone, select Yes and press . Default Settings The default settings option restores only those options that were set at the factory, including screen savers and ringer options. To reset to default settings: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Security. 2. Enter your lock code. (The Security - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 99
lock code. (The Security menu is displayed.) 3. Select Reset Phone and press . 4. If you are certain that you would like to restore all the factory settings, select Yes and press . Security Features for Sprint PCS Vision Enabling and Disabling Sprint PCS Vision Services You can disable Sprint PCS - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 100
To enable Sprint PCS Vision services: ᮣ Select Menu > Settings > PCS Vision > Enable Vision. (A message will appear.) 78 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 101
ࡗ Understanding Roaming ࡗ Setting Your Phone's Roam Mode ࡗ Using Call Guard ࡗ Data Roaming Roaming is the ability to make or receive calls when you're off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. Your new digital dual-band A640 by Samsung® works anywhere on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network and allows you - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 102
the roaming icon ( ). Tip: Remember, when you are using your phone off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network, always dial numbers using 11 digits (1 + area code + number). Note: Unless your Sprint PCS Service Plan includes roaming, you will pay a higher per-minute rate for roaming calls. Roaming - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 103
to control your roaming experience. To set your phone's roam mode: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Roaming > Set Mode. 2. To select an option, highlight it and press . Ⅲ Automatic seeks Sprint PCS Service. When Sprint PCS Service is unavailable, the phone searches for an alternate system. Ⅲ Roaming only - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 104
Call Guard Your phone has two ways of alerting you when you are roaming off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network: the Call Guard enabled. To place roaming calls with Call Guard on: 1. From standby mode, dial 1 + area code + the seven-digit number and press . 2. A message is displayed stating "Roaming - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 105
option allows you to send and receive data while you are out of your normal coverage area. All applicable charges apply for accessing the available network. To turn data roaming on or off: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Roaming > Data Roaming. 2. Highlight On or Off and press . Section 2D: Controlling - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 106
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Number From Call History ࡗ Prepending a Phone Number From Call History ࡗ Erasing Call History 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. Call History Section - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 108
find the Call History feature very helpful. It is a list of the last 20 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 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 109
information and options on a particular call, highlight a Call History entry and press . This feature 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 Options ( ), you can select from the - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 110
Number From Call History Contacts entries can store up to a total of five phone numbers, and each entry's name can contain 20 characters. To save a phone number from Call History: 1. Select Outgoing Calls, Incoming Calls, Missed Calls, or Recent Calls and press . 2. Use your navigation key to select - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 111
History If you need to make a call from Call History and you happen to be outside your local area code, you can add the appropriate prefix by prepending the number. To prepend a phone number from Call History: 1. Select a Call History entry, select the number or the name and press . 2. Press Options - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 112
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a Contacts Entry ࡗ Selecting a Ringer Type for an Entry ࡗ Wireless Backup ࡗ Dialing Sprint PCS Services Now that you know the basics that make it easier to stay in touch with people and information, you're ready to explore your phone's more advanced features. This section explains how to use your - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 114
number in standby mode and press OK. Proceed with steps 2-5. 2. Enter a name for the new entry and press the navigation key down. (See "Entering Text" on page 42.) 3. Enter the phone number and press . 4. Highlight the desired label entry (Mobile, Home, Work, Pager, or Others) and press . 5. Select - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 115
To display an entry, highlight it and press . 5. To dial the entry's default phone number, press . - or - To display additional Contacts entries, press the navigation key left or right. Shortcut: From standby mode, press Contacts (right softkey) to display the Contacts menu. Contacts Section 2F - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 116
the number of a speed dial location using your keypad. 3. To display an entry, highlight it and press . 4. To dial the entry's default phone number, press . Finding Group Entries To find entries designated as part of a group: 1. Select Menu > Contacts > Group. 2. Scroll through the group titles - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 117
edit the contact entry name. ⅷ [Add Number] to add a phone number to the entry. (See "Adding a Phone Number to a Contacts Entry" on page 96.) ⅷ [Email] assign the entry to a group. ⅷ [Ring] to assign a preprogrammed or downloaded ringer. ⅷ [Image] to assign a predefined image to a Contacts entry. Tip - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 118
page 93) and press . 2. Press Edit ( ). 3. Highlight the desired label, enter the new phone number, and press . 4. Press Done ( ) 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 93) and press . 2. Press Edit - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 119
for Assign. 6. Press Done ( ) to return to the Contacts menu. Note: If you attempt to assign an already in-use speed dial location to a new phone number, a dialog will appear asking if you wish to replace the existing speed dial assignment. Select Yes to assign the location to the new - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 120
Editing a Contacts Entry To make changes to an entry: 1. Display a Contacts entry and highlight the name of the person you wish to edit. 2. Press Edit ( ). 3. Highlight the part of the entry you wish to edit (Name, Group, Ringer, etc.) and press . 4. Edit the desired information and press . 5. Press - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 121
allows you to back up all of your Contacts to the Sprint Web site and restore them if your phone is lost, stolen, damaged, or replaced. Note: To use the wireless backup service, you are required to activate the service from your phone. Note: Wireless backup can also be activated by selecting MENU - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 122
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 onscreen instructions to unsubscribe from the wireless backup service. Alert The Alert feature displays an alert each time a wireless backup update is - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 123
Voice Command. 3. Press to place the call. To dial a service from standby mode using your keypad: 1. Dial the appropriate service number: Ⅲ Account Info. - Ⅲ Customer Service - Ⅲ Dir Assist - Ⅲ Sprint Operator - Ⅲ Sprint Voice Command - 2. Press to place the call. Section 2F: Using Contacts 101 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 124
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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. It takes productivity to a whole new level - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 126
Using Your Phone's Scheduler Adding an Event to the Scheduler Your Scheduler helps organize your time and reminds you of important events. To add an event: alarm field and pressing the navigation key left or right to select one of the following: 104 Section 2G: Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 127
Select Done ( ) to save and exit. Event Alerts There are several ways your phone alerts you to scheduled events: ⅷ By playing the assigned ringer type. ⅷ By phone is turned on and you have an event alarm scheduled, your phone alerts you and displays the event summary. To silence the alarm and reset - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 128
will appear notifying you of the number of events to be erased.) 4. Select Yes to confirm or No to cancel. 106 Section 2G: Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 129
Scheduler & Tools Using Your Phone's Alarm Clock Your phone comes with a built-in alarm clock with multiple alarm capabilities. To use the alarm clock: 1. Select Menu > Tools > to select Once, MontoFri, Sat&Sun, or Daily . 7. Select Done ( ). Section 2G: Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools 107 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 130
Using Your Phone's Memo Pad Your phone comes with a memo pad you can use to compose and store reminders and notes to help keep you organized. To Erase All and press . 4. Select Yes and press . Note: If Erase All is selected, all memos saved in your phone will be erased. 108 Section 2G: Using the - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 131
's Tools In addition to helping you be more efficient and organized, your phone offers useful and entertaining tools. Using the Calculator Your phone comes with a built-in calculator. To use the calculator: 1. Select Menu > Tools > Calculator. 2. Enter the first number using your keypad. Ⅲ Press - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 132
Priority field. Ⅲ Press the navigation key left or right to select Low or High. 7. Select Done ( ) to save and exit. 110 Section 2G: Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 133
right to scroll through different cities and time zones. 3. Press Options ( ) > DST Setting ( ) to turn daylight saving time on or off. Section 2G: Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools 111 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 134
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Voice Dial ࡗ Using Contacts ࡗ Voice Memos ࡗ Phone Status Information ࡗ My Phone Number 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 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 136
Voice Recognition Voice recognition allows you to say commands to perform common functions supported by your phone. There is no voice training required to use the voice recognition feature. Dial," which is the voice recognition application. 114 Section 2H: Using Your Phone's Voice Services - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 137
Voice Services Using Voice Dial Voice Dial allows you to dial any valid seven- or ten-digit North American phone number or Contacts entry by speaking the number or name naturally, without pausing. Tips for using Voice Dial: ⅷ Voice Dial works best in quieter environments. ⅷ - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 138
select the desired number by using the navigation key. The phone will then dial the number.) Enabling/Disabling Digit Dial Choice enable or disable choice lists for Digit Dial: 1. Press Menu> Voice Kit > Voice Service. 2. Press for Settings. 3. Select Choice Lists and press . 4. Select Digit - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 139
Users who get acceptable digit recognition accuracy will find no additional benefit to performing the Adapt Digit adaptation. After you adapt Digit Dial, your phone will be customized to your voice. Other people will not be able to use Digit Dial on your phone unless they reset the phone to factory - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 140
Service. 2. Press for Settings. 3. Select Digit Dialing and press . 4. Select Adapt Digits and press . (The phone displays the first digit sequence.) 5. When you are ready to start recording, press . (The phone rerecord the digits to fix any problems, say "No." (The phone then prompts you to say the - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 141
1. Press Menu> Voice Kit > Voice Service. 2. Press for Settings. 3. Select Digit Dialing and press . 4. Select Reset Digits and press . 5. Press to the person, exactly as it is entered in your Contacts list. (The phone will play the name it recognized through the earpiece, and then open the contact - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 142
lists for the Contacts command: 1. Press Menu> Voice Kit > Voice Service. 2. Press for Settings. 3. Select Choice Lists and press . 4. voice memo using voice recognition: 1. Press and hold to activate voice recognition. (The phone prompts you to say a voice command.) 2. Wait for the beep and say " - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 143
Voice Services Recording Voice Memos Using the Main Menu Option To record a voice memo using the main menu option: 1. Press Menu> Voice Kit > Voice Memo. 2. Select Record and press . (The phone prompts you to start recording after the beep.) 3. Wait for the beep and then start speaking. (As it is - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 144
the desired memo to erase and select Options ( ) > Erase. 4. Select Yes and press . To erase all voice memos: 1. Press Menu> Voice Kit > Voice Memo. 2. Select Review and press . 3. Select Erase All and press . 4. Select Yes and press . 122 Section 2H: Using Your Phone's Voice Services - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 145
Status Information The voice recognition Status option gives you an update on your phone's service, signal strength, and battery level. To retrieve your phone's status information: 1. Press and hold to activate voice recognition. (The phone prompts you to say a voice command.) 2. Wait for the beep - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 146
My Phone Number You can use your phone's Voice Services to hear and display your phone number onscreen. Getting Your Phone Number To access your phone number: 1. Press and hold to activate voice recognition. (The phone prompts you to say a voice command.) 2. Wait for the beep and say "My Phone - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 147
Section 2I Using the Built-in Camera In This Section ࡗ Taking Pictures ࡗ Storing Pictures ࡗ Sending Sprint PCS Picture Mail ࡗ Managing Sprint PCS Picture Mail ࡗ Order Prints ࡗ Settings and Info Your phone's built-in camera gives you the ability to take fullcolor digital pictures, view your pictures - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 148
image. (The picture will automatically be saved in the In Phone folder.) Ⅲ To return to camera mode to take another picture, press the camera key. 4. to the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web site (www.sprint.com/ picturemail). Depending on your settings, you may be prompted to accept a Sprint PCS Vision - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 149
Ⅲ Camera Mode to return to the camera to take additional pictures. Ⅲ Review Pictures to go to the In Phone folder to review your saved Sprint PCS Picture Mail password for your account by following the onscreen instructions.) Camera Note: If your Sprint PCS Service Plan does not include Sprint - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 150
Auto, Sunny, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, or Manual. ⅷ Settings to select Resolution, Quality, Shutter Sound, Auto Erase, or View Mode. (See "Selecting Camera Settings" on page 130 for details.) ⅷ Review Pictures to go to your phone's In Phone folder. (See "In Phone Folder" on page 131 for details - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 151
countdown.) 5. Get ready for the picture. (When the timer is started, the phone will begin to beep and the timer numbers turn red when there is only three zoom up to four levels. To use the zoom: 1. From camera mode, press the navigation key left or right. 2. Press to take the picture. (The picture - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 152
Say Cheese, or Off). Ⅲ Auto Erase to select whether pictures remain in the camera (Off), or are erased (On), after uploading them. Ⅲ View Mode to select between Wide Screen or Full Screen format. Viewing Your Camera's Status Area Display Menu Bar Zoom Level Images Saved/ Remaining Display Image - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 153
view all the pictures you have taken, store selected images in your phone, send pictures to the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web site (www.sprint.com/picturemail), delete images, and access additional picture options. To review your stored pictures in the In Camera folder: 1. Select Menu > Pictures > My - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 154
accessed the Sprint PCS Picture Mail account, you will be prompted to create your Sprint PCS Picture Mail password. See "Creating Your Sprint PCS Picture Info to display the list of albums saved in your phone. ⅷ Camera Mode to switch back to the camera mode. ⅷ Expand to enlarge the image so that it - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 155
be marked. You can select multiple pictures.) 3. Select Send Msg ( ). 4. Select Phone #, Email, Contacts, or Other SVC. and press . Note: The first time you send Sprint PCS Picture Mail, you will be prompted to establish a Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web site account and password. (See "Creating Your - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 156
. Confirm the recipients, message, audio message, and picture. Ⅲ To change a recipient, highlight the recipient, press the appropriate softkey, and follow the instructions in step 5 to select or edit the recipient. Ⅲ To change the text message, scroll to Text and press the appropriate softkey. Ⅲ To - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 157
Sending Pictures From Messaging You can also send Sprint PCS Picture Mail from your phone's Messaging menu. To send pictures from the multiple pictures.) 3. Select Next ( ). 4. Select a contact, or enter a wireless phone number or enter an email address using the keypad, and select OK ( ). 5. Enter - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 158
PCS Picture Mail Web site: 1. From your computer's Internet connection, go to www.sprint.com/picturemail. 2. Enter your wireless phone number and Sprint PCS Picture Mail password to register. (See "Creating Your Sprint PCS Picture Mail Password" on page 127.) 136 Section 2I: Using the Built-in - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 159
, or share pictures you have uploaded to the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web site at www.sprint.com/picturemail. (See "In Phone Folder Options" on page 132 for information about uploading.) To view your online pictures from your phone: 1. Select Menu > Pictures > Online Albums. 2. Highlight View Albums - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 160
and press to start uploading. Downloading Your Online Pictures From your online Sprint PCS Picture Mail albums display at www.sprint.com/picturemail, you can select pictures to download to your phone's Saved to Phone folder. To download pictures from the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web site: 1. From - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 161
Camera Ⅲ Incoming Call to download a picture and assign to incoming calls with or without caller ID. Accessing Online Picture Options From Your Phone 1. Select a picture from your online Picture Mail. (See "Managing Online Pictures From Your Phone" on page 137.) 2. Select Options ( ) to display - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 162
options from your phone: 1. Display the album list in the Online Sprint PCS Picture Mail menu. (See "Managing Online Pictures From Your Phone" on page 137 prints from third party vendors by uploading images saved on your phone. Images saved at the highest quality and resolution settings produce the - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 163
view your account information, or set the view between portrait or landscape mode. To access the settings and info menu: 1. Select Menu > Pictures Sprint account settings via an online connection. Ⅲ View Mode to select a picture view mode of portrait or landscape when viewing pictures in the In Phone - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 164
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Ready Link Contacts ࡗ Erasing Ready Link List Entries ࡗ Updating Your Sprint PCS Ready Link Lists ࡗ Managing Sprint PCS Ready Link Settings Your phone gives you the ability to quickly connect with other Sprint PCS Ready Link users for "walkie-talkie-style" communication from anywhere, to anywhere - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 166
in use. Ⅲ Disable: Disables your phone's Sprint PCS Ready Link service; you will not be able to make or receive Sprint PCS Ready Link calls or access your Ready Link contacts. Tip: If you haven't signed up for the Sprint PCS Ready Link service and Sprint PCS Ready Link mode is set to Disable, or the - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 167
the Ready Link network. ᮣ When you turn on your phone in an area where Sprint PCS Ready Link service is available, it will display "Preparing...Please wait." (When the Ready Link icon appears on the display, your phone is ready to make and receive Sprint PCS Ready Link calls.) Ready Link Call Alerts - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 168
PCS Ready Link Call Displaying the Sprint PCS Ready Link List ᮣ From standby mode, press R-Link ( button on the side of your phone ( Sprint PCS Ready Link List. ) or the Ready Link ) to access the Tip: The first time you access the list, the Sprint PCS Ready Link Help message will appear. Press - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 169
Selecting a Contacts List When your phone displays a Sprint PCS Ready Link List, the left softkey is labeled Go to. names and numbers, separately or in groups. You can create and edit your own company List. Your phone can store a total of 200 entries. (You may include up to five contacts per group.) - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 170
: You can also select Enter R-Link# from the Go to option to enter a Sprint PCS Ready Link number directly. (See page 150 for details.) 3. Scroll to the the button). Only the person who has the floor can speak. The phone beeps if you press the Ready Link button when another contact has the floor - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 171
see the speaker's name and phone number and the text "has floor.") 5. When you are finished, press . Note: When neither party has the floor during a Sprint PCS Ready Link call, "Floor is open" appears on the display. If no one takes the floor for 20 seconds, the Sprint PCS Ready Link call ends - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 172
name and Sprint PCS Ready Link number on the display. 4. When the call is finished, press . Tip: The phone beeps Sprint PCS Ready Link List. Making a Sprint PCS Ready Link Call by Entering a Number To place a Sprint PCS Ready Link call by entering a number: 1. From standby mode, enter the Sprint - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 173
code + phone number). Your Sprint PCS Ready Link number is the same as your phone number. Missed Call Notification for Sprint PCS Ready Link Calls When an incoming Sprint appears in standby mode. Press Events (right softkey) to display the notification list. Sprint PCS Ready Link Section 2J: - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 174
next to the new missed call entry. Receiving a Sprint PCS Ready Link Call To receive a Sprint PCS Ready Link call: 1. Make sure your phone's Sprint PCS Ready Link mode is enabled (See "Setting Sprint PCS Ready Link Mode" on page 144). 2. When you receive a Sprint PCS Ready Link call from a contact - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 175
the Speaker button. Sprint PCS Ready Link Options When you use Sprint PCS Ready Link, several user options are available by Sprint PCS Ready Link List (except Company List/Company Groups). ⅷ Send VoiceSMS to send an SMS voice message. ⅷ Help to see the Sprint PCS Ready Link instruction page. Sprint - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 176
different sources. If the selected entry is already stored in the Personal Lists, the "copy" option does not appear. To copy an entry from the Sprint PCS Ready Link List: 1. Press R-Link or press . 2. Select Go To ( ), and then select the list from which you want to copy an entry (Missed - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 177
the Personal List or Personal Groups, the "Save" softkey does not appear. Finding an Entry in the Sprint PCS Ready Link List You can find an entry by entering a few letters. To find a Sprint PCS Ready Link entry: 1. Press R-Link or press . 2. Select Go To ( ), and then select a list (Personal - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 178
name you will see when calling or receiving a call from the contact.) 5. Select R-Link Number, enter the contact's 10-digit Sprint PCS Ready Link number (the contact's wireless phone number) and press . 6. Press Done ( ) to save the new contact to your Personal List. Tip: Tip: You are not allowed - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 179
up to five members. You can enter a group member directly or select the member from the Company List or Personal List. To add a new Sprint PCS Ready Link group entry: 1. Press R-Link or press . 2. Select Go To ( ) > Personal Groups. 3. Select and press . - or - Select an entry - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 180
you have finished selecting contacts, and then press Update ( ) to update your Personal Group List with the new group List to erase the Sprint PCS Ready Link List. (See page 162.) Ⅲ Send VoiceSMS to send an SMS voice message. Ⅲ Help to view the Sprint PCS Ready Link instruction page. 4. Highlight - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 181
to erase the selected group. Ⅲ New Group to add a new group. Ⅲ Erase R-Link List to erase the Sprint PCS Ready Link List. See page 161 for details. Ⅲ Help to view the Sprint PCS Ready Link instruction page. 4. Highlight Edit and press . 5. Edit the group name and press then press Next ( ). or Done - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 182
Ⅲ Edit to edit a group member's name and phone number. Ⅲ Erase to erase the group member. Ⅲ Add New to add a new group member. the entry, press Done ( ), and press Save ( ) to save your changes. 11. Press Update ( ) to update your Personal Group List. 160 Section 2J: Using Sprint PCS Ready Link - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 183
select Personal Groups. 3. Select Yes and press . To erase a group member: 1. From the Sprint PCS Ready Link List, select Go To ( ) > Personal Groups. 2. Scroll to the ( ) > Erase > Yes to update your Personal Group List. Sprint PCS Ready Link Section 2J: Using Sprint PCS Ready Link 161 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 184
are prompted to enter your four-digit lock code. 3. Select Yes. Tip: Redial numbers will not be erased. Updating Sprint PCS Ready Link Lists Updating the Company List and Personal List To update your Company List and Personal List manually through the Sprint PCS Ready Link server: ᮣ Select Menu - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 185
Service To restart the Sprint PCS Ready Link service: ᮣ Select Menu ( ) > Settings > Ready Link > Restart Ready Link. Setting Ready Link Guard This feature enables you to display a warning message when you cannot receive Sprint Ringer Types for Sprint PCS Ready Link Calls Your phone provides a - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 186
to on or off: 1. Select Menu ( ) > Settings > Ready Link > Speakerphone. 2. Select On or Off. Note: If the phone's ringer volume is set to Vibrate, Ringer Off, or Silence All, the speakerphone turns off. Press Speaker to turn the speakerphone mode on. 164 Section 2J: Using Sprint PCS Ready Link - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 187
PCS Ready Link List You can select the default Sprint PCS Ready Link list when Sprint PCS Ready Link is launched. To select the default view of the Sprint PCS Ready Link List: 1. Select Menu ( ) > Settings > Ready Link > Default View. (The default setting is Personal List.) 2. Select the desired - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 188
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car kits, handhelds, PCS and wireless phones. The Bluetooth communication range is usually up to approximately 10 meters (30 feet). This section details how to set up and make the most of your phone's Bluetooth capabilities. Using Bluetooth Section 2K: Using Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 167 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 190
> Enable. 2. Press the navigation key up or down to select Off and press to disable Bluetooth. Bluetooth Status Indicators The following icons show your Bluetooth connection status at a glance: - Bluetooth is active. - Bluetooth is connected to a device or transferring data. 168 Section 2K: Using - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 191
of your phone's Bluetooth service, including: ⅷ Entering or changing the name your phone uses for Bluetooth communication. ⅷ Setting your phone's visibility (or "discoverability") for other Bluetooth devices. ⅷ Displaying your phone's Bluetooth address. To access the Bluetooth Settings menu - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 192
settings will be saved when you exit the Bluetooth Settings menu. Any setting changes will apply to all devices in the same category. Bluetooth Settings: My Bluetooth Address To display your phone's Bluetooth address: ᮣ Select Menu > Settings > Bluetooth > Device Info. 170 Section 2K: Using - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 193
functions are supported: recent call dial, voice dial, speed dial, and number dial. Increase or decrease the volume by using the headset. ⅷ DUN: Dial-Up Network Profile - Bluetooth technology functions as a wireless data cable, connecting a PC or PDA to a network through your phone. ⅷ OPP: Object - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 194
the discovery and authentication process. To pair your phone with another Bluetooth device: 1. Select Menu > Tools> Bluetooth. 2. Press Add new ( ), highlight Search, and press . (Your phone will display a list of discovered in-range Bluetooth devices.) 3. Select the device you wish to pair - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 195
with a PC or PDA, you will need to allow the other device to initiate pairing with your phone. To allow your phone to be paired with another Bluetooth device: 1. Select Menu > Tools> Bluetooth > Add New > Wait for request. 2. The visibility pop-up screen is displayed. 3. Follow the onscreen prompts - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 196
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ࡗ Making a Three-Way Call ࡗ Using Call Forwarding 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. Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics 177 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 200
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. Press and hold . 2. Follow the voicemail account, Sprint recommends you enable your voicemail passcode. 178 Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 201
voicemail while roaming off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. Your phone accepts messages even when it is turned off. However, you are notified of new messages only when your phone is turned on and you are in a Sprint PCS Service Area. Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics 179 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 202
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 ᮣ Press and hold box.) . (Your phone . 180 Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 203
for organizing and accessing your voicemail. Using Expert Mode Using the Expert Mode setting for your personal voicemail box helps you navigate through the voicemail system more quickly by shortening the voice prompts you hear at each level. Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics 181 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 204
Personal Options, following the system prompts. 3. Press for Expert Mode. 4. Press to turn Expert Mode on or off. Setting Up Group Distribution Lists Create up prompts to create, edit, rename, or delete group lists. Sprint PCS Callback Return a call after listening to a message without disconnecting - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 205
"Private," to other Sprint PCS Voicemail users. 1. After listening to a message, press and then . 2. Follow the voice prompts to enter the phone number. 3. Follow the voice prompts to record your introduction and forward the voice message. Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics 183 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 206
Sprint PCS users. phone may temporarily continue to display the message icon after you have checked your voice and text messages. To clear the icon from the display screen: 1. Select Menu > Messaging > Voicemail > Clear Envelope. 2. Select Yes or No and press . 184 Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 207
8 Seconds Replay Rewind Forward Message Erase Callback Save Options Send a Message Personal Options Notification Options Phone Notification Numeric Paging to a Phone Return to Personal Options Menu Administrative Options Skip Passcode Autoplay Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics 185 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 208
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 preset messages (up to 160 characters) from your phone or at www.sprint.com. 186 Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 209
Sprint PCS Service Composing SMS Text Messages To compose an SMS Text message: 1. Select Menu > Messaging > Send Message > Text Message. 2. Select Contacts, Mobile message. Use to select a character input mode. Ⅲ To use a preset message, recent Select Next ( ). 6. Review your message and press Send - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 210
it will automatically appear on your phone's main display screen. Use your to enter your message. Use to select a character input mode. Ⅲ To use a preset message or an emoticon, emoticon. 4. Select Next ( ). 5. Review your message and press Send ( ). You Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 211
automatically downloaded to your phone. To activate SMS Voice Messages: 1. When you turn on your phone, you will be prompted to register your phone to receive SMS Voice messages. 2. Select Yes. (When activation is complete, an activation confirmation screen appears.) Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 212
reading the message, incoming SMS Voice messages will not be downloaded to your phone. Playing an SMS Voice Message To play an SMS Voice > Voice SMS. 2. Select Mobile # or Email to enter a recipient's wireless phone number or email address directly. Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 213
call, just follow these easy steps. To block your phone number from being displayed for a specific outgoing call: 1. Press . 2. Enter the number you want to call. 3. Press . To permanently block your number, call Sprint Customer Service. Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics 191 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 214
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). To respond to an incoming call your three-way call. 192 Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 215
. Note: Call Waiting and Three-Way Calling are not available while roaming off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. Using Call Forwarding Call Forwarding lets you forward all your incoming calls to another phone number - even when your phone is turned off. You can continue to make calls from your - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 216
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Section 3B In This Section ࡗ Sprint PCS Vision Applications ࡗ Getting Started With Sprint PCS Vision ࡗ Accessing Messaging ࡗ Downloading Premium Services Content ࡗ Exploring the Web ࡗ Sprint PCS Vision FAQs Sprint PCS Vision offers easy and amazing data services you will really use. These features - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 218
information, please see the Sprint PCS Vision User Guide online at www.sprint.com. Messaging - Send and receive emails and chat on your phone. Games - Play exciting games with full-color graphics, sound, and vibration. Ringers - Personalize your phone by downloading and assigning different ringers - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 219
PCS Mail, as a way to personalize Web services, and as an online virtual identity. Your user name will be automatically programmed into your phone. You don't have to enter it. 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 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 220
following will appear on the screen: Vision Connecting.... If you had a previous Sprint PCS Vision connection, the last page you visited may be displayed when you the browser is open, you are not currently in an active data session-that is, no data is being sent or received. As soon as you navigate - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 221
Sprint PCS Vision Net Guard When you first connect to the Web, the Net Guard will appear to confirm that Net Guard. Note: When enabled, the Net Guard appears only once per session. The Net Guard does not appear if the phone is merely reconnecting due to a time-out. Section 3B: Sprint PCS Vision 199 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 222
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. Your phone is not currently able to access Sprint PCS Vision service features. If no indicator appears - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 223
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 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 224
item in a numbered list may be selected by pressing the 0 key on your phone's keypad, even though the number 0 doesn't appear on the screen.) Links, allow you to jump to Web pages, select special functions, or even place phone calls. To select links: ᮣ Highlight the link and press the appropriate - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 225
receive emails 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. Message Types There are many types of text messaging available on your - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 226
phone will prompt you to set up your Sprint PCS Mail account by establishing a user name and password.) 2. Select the folder you wish to view, such as Inbox or Compose. For information and instructions about reading, replying to, and composing Sprint PCS Mail, please see the Sprint PCS Vision Guide - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 227
the onscreen instructions to read, reply to, compose, send, and manage emails in your account. Accessing Sprint Instant Messaging Sprint PCS Vision Yahoo!® Messenger. To access instant messaging clients from your phone: 1. From the Sprint PCS Vision home page, select Messaging > Instant Messaging. - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 228
Wireless Chatrooms Sprint PCS Vision gives you the ability to join wireless chatrooms from your phone, to send Sprint PCS Vision Guide at www.sprint.com. Downloading Premium Services Content With Sprint PCS Vision you have access to a dynamic variety of Premium Service content, such as downloadable - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 229
PCS Vision Accessing the Download Menus To access the Sprint PCS Vision download menus: 1. Select Menu > Web. 2. From the Vision Home page select Downloads. 3. Select the type of file you wish to download (Call Tones, Games, Ringers, Screen Savers, Applications, En Espanol, Send A Gift, or My - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 230
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. Ⅲ Select Shop (right softkey) to browse for other items to download. Ⅲ Press to quit the browser and return to standby mode. 208 Section 3B: Sprint PCS Vision - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 231
stored in My Content Manager and may be downloaded to your phone from there. My Content Manager is a storage area on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network that is assigned specifically to your account. It allows you to store all of your Premium Service downloadable files. The files remain in My Content - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 232
softkey) to browse for other items to download. Ⅲ Press to quit the browser and return to standby mode. For complete information and instructions on downloading Games, Ringers, Screen Savers, and Applications, see the Sprint PCS Vision Guide at www.sprint.com. Web Exploring the Web With Web access - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 233
your phone using the Sprint PCS Vision home page is easy once you get the hang of it. For details on how to navigate the Web, select menu items, and more, see "Navigating the Web" on page 201. Although the Sprint PCS Vision home page offers a broad and convenient array of sites and services - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 234
page's contents, just its address. Some pages cannot be bookmarked. Whether a particular Web page may be marked is controlled by its creator. 212 Section 3B: Sprint PCS Vision - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 235
Sprint PCS Vision 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 URL of the Web site you wish to go to and press . Note: Not all Web sites are viewable on your phone. Section 3B: Sprint PCS Vision 213 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 236
the current Web page.) Restarting the Web Browser If the Web browser appears to be malfunctioning or stops responding, you can usually fix the problem by simply restarting the browser. To restart the Web browser: 1. Press to open the browser menu. 2. Select More > Restart Browser. 214 Section 3B - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 237
know when my phone is ready for Sprint PCS Vision service? Your user name (for example, [email protected]) will be displayed in the Phone Info. listing in your phone's Settings menu. How do I sign in for the first time? You are automatically signed in to access Sprint PCS Vision services when you - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 238
the connection will terminate. 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 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 239
you're on the go. You can even listen to Web-based information, such as news, weather, and sports. Your voice does it all with Sprint PCS Voice Command. This section outlines the Sprint PCS Voice Command service. Section 3C: Sprint PCS Voice Command 217 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 240
. It's Easy to Get Started There are two easy ways to sign up for Sprint PCS Voice Command: ᮣ Sign up when you purchase and activate your phone. ᮣ Just dial from your phone to contact Sprint Customer Service and sign up. There is a monthly charge for Sprint PCS Voice Command. 218 Section 3C - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 241
and sign on with your phone number and password to access a fully functional Web-based address book to create and update your contacts. ⅷ Use an Existing Address Book. Automatically merge address books from desktop software applications with Sprint SyncSM Services for no additional charge. Simply - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 242
Baker on the mobile phone," "Call 5551234," or "Call Bob Miller.") 3. Your request will be repeated and you will be asked to verify. Say "Yes" to call the number or person. (The number will automatically be dialed.) Say "No" if you wish to cancel. Tip: Keep in mind that Sprint PCS Voice Command - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 243
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 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 244
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Precautions ࡗ Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone ࡗ Using Your Phone With a Hearing Aid Device ࡗ Caring for the Battery ࡗ Radiofrequency (RF) Energy ࡗ Owner's Record ࡗ Phone Guide Proprietary Notice This phone guide contains important operational and safety information that will help - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 248
your phone and accessories to rain or liquid spills. If your phone does get wet, immediately turn the power off and remove the battery. ⅷ Although your phone is : For the best care of your phone, only Sprint-authorized personnel should service your phone and accessories. Failure to do so may be - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 249
in all conditions. Therefore you should never rely solely upon any mobile phone for essential communication (e.g., medical emergencies). Emergency calls may not be possible on all cellular networks or when certain network services and/or mobile phone features are in use. Check with your local - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 250
a crew member to use your phone while the plane is on the phone while the plane is in the air. Turning Off Your Phone in Dangerous Areas To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your phone contains your phone or accessories. Restricting Children's Access to Your Phone Your phone is not - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 251
for some of their mobile phones, to assist hearing device users in finding phones that may be compatible with their hearing devices. Not all phones have been rated. Phones that have been rated will have an "M3" or "M4" rating on the box. Your Sprint PCS Vision® A640 by Samsung has an M3 rating - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 252
To further minimize interference: ⅷ There is usually less interference on the microphone setting than the telecoil setting. ⅷ Set the phone's Display and Keypad backlight settings to ensure the minimum time interval: 1. Press Menu > Settings > Display > Backlight. 2. Select Main Display or Keypad - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 253
aware of similar problems with Sprint PCS® phones resulting from the proper use of batteries and accessories approved by Sprint or the manufacturer of your phone. Use only Sprint- or manufacturer-approved batteries and accessories found at Sprint Stores or through your phone's manufacturer, or call - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 254
in digital mode. Knowing Radiofrequency Safety The design of your phone complies with updated NCRP industries developed this updated standard after reviewing the available body Sprint supplied or approved carrying case, holster or other body-worn accessory. Use of non-Sprint-approved accessories - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 255
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 A640 by Samsung® Serial No.: Section 4A: Important Safety Information - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 256
Phone Guide Proprietary Notice CDMA Technology is licensed by QUALCOMM Incorporated under one or more of the following patents: 4,901,307 and is covered by U.S. Pat. 5,818,437, U.S. Pat. 5,953,541, U.S. Pat. 6,011,554 and other patents pending. Phone Guide template version 5A (September 2005) 234 - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 257
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 www.sprint.com and click the "Terms - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 258
("Purchaser") that SAMSUNG's Phones and accessories ("Products") are free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for the period commencing upon the date of purchase and continuing for the following specified period of time after that date: Phone Batteries Leather Case - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 259
SAMSUNG will repair or replace, at SAMSUNG's sole option, without charge to Purchaser, any defective component part of Product. To obtain service under this Limited Warranty, Purchaser must return Product to an authorized phone service NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 260
BY ITS TERMS OR AS LIMITED AS THE LAW PERMITS. THE PARTIES UNDERSTAND THAT THE PURCHASER MAY USE THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE PRODUCT. SAMSUNG MAKES NO WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS AND THERE ARE NO CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, AS TO THE - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 261
or written, do not constitute warranties by SAMSUNG and should not be relied upon. Samsung Telecommunications America, L.P. 1301 E. Lookout Drive Richardson, Texas 75082 Phone: 1-800-SAMSUNG Phone: 1-888-987-HELP (4357) ©2006 Samsung Telecommunications America. All rights reserved. No reproduction - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 262
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Dialing From 40 Editing a Entry 98 Editing a Phone Number 96 Entry Options 95 Erasing 74 Finding Entries 93 Countdown 111 D Dialing Options 32 Display Language 63 Display Screen 17, 55 Downloads Sprint PCS Vision 206 E Email 204 Entering Text 42-45 ABC Mode 44 Emoticons 45 Numbers 45 Preset Messages - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 264
Link - See Sprint PCS Ready Link Resetting Your Phone 77 Restriction 66 Ringer Types 48 Ringer Volume 51 Roaming 79-83 Setting Roam Mode 81 S Scheduler 104-106 Security 69-78 Security Menu 70 Silence All 53 SMS Text Messaging 186-189 SMS Voice Messaging 189- 191 Software Updating 63 Special Numbers - Samsung SPH-A640 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f3) (English) - Page 265
219 Making a Call 220 Sprint Service Operator Services 9 Storing Pictures 131 T T9 Text Input 43 Taking Pictures 126-130 Task List 110 Index Text Greeting 54 Three-Way Calling 192 TTY Use 61-62 Turning Your Phone On and Off 23 U Unlocking Your Phone 71 Updating your Phone Software 63 V Voice Memo
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