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Sprint PCS® Service Sprint PCS VisionSM Phone VI-A820 by Samsung® www.sprint.com © 2005 Sprint Nextel. All rights reserved. No reproduction in whole or in part without prior written approval. Sprint, the "Going Forward" logo, the NEXTEL name and logo, and other trademarks are trademarks of Sprint - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 2
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Phone's Battery and Charger 24 Displaying Your Phone Number 27 Making and Answering Calls 28 Entering Text 40 2B. Controlling Your Phone's Settings 45 Sound Settings 46 Display Settings 54 Location Settings 58 Messaging Settings 59 Airplane Mode 63 TTY Use With Sprint PCS Service 64 Phone - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 4
71 Using Special Numbers 74 Erasing Contacts 75 Erasing Downloads 75 Resetting Your Phone 76 Security Features for Sprint PCS VisionSM 77 2D. Controlling Your Roaming Experience 79 Understanding Roaming 80 Setting Your Phone's Roam Mode 82 Controlling Roaming Charges Using Call Guard 83 2E - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 5
an Entry 118 Dialing Sprint PCS Services 119 2H. Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools 121 Using Your Phone's Scheduler 122 Using Your Phone's Alarm Clock 126 Using Your Phone's Memo Pad 127 Using Your Phone's Tools 129 2I. Using Your Phone's Voice Services 133 Activating Voice Recognition - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 6
Out of Your Reception 230 Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone 232 Caring for the Battery 234 Acknowledging Special Precautions and the FCC Notice . . . . 235 Owner's Record 237 Phone Guide Proprietary Notice 237 4B. Manufacturer's Warranty 239 Standard Limited Warranty 240 Index - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 7
up, so all your services - whether it's Voicemail, Caller ID, email, or Sprint PCS Vision - will work the same wherever you go on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. This guide will familiarize you with our technology and your new Sprint PCS Phone through simple, easy-to-follow instructions. It's all - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 8
Sprint PCS Service Features ࡗ Section 4: Safety and Warranty Information Throughout this guide, you'll find tips that highlight special shortcuts and timely reminders to help you make the most of your new phone and service. The Table of Contents and Index will also help you quickly locate specific - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 9
Section 1 Getting Started - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 10
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1A Setting Up Service In 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 Sprint PCS Phone is quick and easy. This section walks you through the necessary steps to unlock your phone, set up - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 12
visible as you type.) Tip: If you can't recall your lock code, try using the last four digits of either your Social Security number or Sprint PCS Phone number or try 0000 or NATL (6285). If none of these work, call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4PCS (4727). 4 Section 1A: Setting Up - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 13
Service Setting Up Your Voicemail All unanswered calls to your Sprint PCS Phone are automatically transferred to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. Therefore, you will want to set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your Sprint PCS Phone , Sprint recommends - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 14
more information on your voicemail password. Sprint PCS Vision Password With your Sprint PCS Vision Phone VI-A820 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 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 15
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 Sprint PCS Phones ⅷ View available Sprint PCS Service Plans and options ⅷ Learn more - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 16
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 PCS Directory Assistance You have access to a variety of services and information through Sprint - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 17
to a local telephone calling card or third party. To access Sprint PCS Operator Services: ᮣ Press . For more information or to see the latest in products and services, visit us online at www.sprint.com. Note: Sprint PCS Operator Services may not be available in all Affiliate areas. Section 1A - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 18
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Section 2 Your Sprint PCS Phone - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 20
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Phone's Battery and Charger ࡗ Displaying Your Phone Number ࡗ Making and Answering Calls ࡗ Entering Text Your Sprint PCS Phone is packed with features that simplify your life and expand your ability to stay connected to the people and information that are important to you. This section will guide - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 22
Front View of Your Phone 1. Speaker 2. Display Screen 3. Headset Jack 4. OK/Menu Key 5. Left Softkey 6. Ready Link Key 7. TALK /Pound Key 15. Plus Code Dialing Key 14. Microphone 12. Power Interface 13. Accessory Interface Connector Connector 14 Section 2A: Your Sprint PCS Phone: The Basics - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 23
Softkey Option on your display screen. 6. Ready Link Key: Press to activate Sprint PCS Ready Link mode. (See "Making and Receiving a Sprint PCS Ready Link Call" on page 153.) 7. TALK Key: Allows you to keys to enter numbers, letters, and characters. Section 2A: Your Sprint PCS Phone: The Basics 15 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 24
accessories. 13. Accessory Interface Connector: This connector is used connect any available accessory cables to your phone. Sprint PCS Vision session. 18. END Key: Ends a call. Press and hold this key for a few seconds to turn your phone on or off. While in the main menu, it returns the phone - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 25
closed, press and hold with the Ready Link key to disable/enable the key guard. While on a call, press to turn speakerphone on or off. Phone Basics Section 2A: Your Sprint PCS Phone: The Basics 17 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 26
/Speaker On is enabled. indicates that you have voicemail, text, numeric pages, picture messages, or Sprint PCS Web Alert messages waiting. Press briefly to see a list of pending messages or press and hold . indicates that you have new voicemail. 18 Section 2A: Your Sprint PCS Phone: The Basics - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 27
connection is active. indicates that your Sprint PCS Vision connection is dormant or inactive. indicates that you are receiving information. indicates that you are sending information. indicates that your phone is in vibrate only mode. indicates that your phone is in ringer+vibrate mode. Section - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 28
is turned off. shows your current battery charge strength. (Icon shown fully phone is in Web security mode. indicates that an alarm is set on your phone. indicates that a file (ringer, game, screen saver, java app, etc.) has been downloaded to your phone. 20 Section 2A: Your Sprint PCS Phone - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 29
Basics Features of Your Sprint PCS Phone Congratulations on the purchase of your Sprint PCS Phone. The Sprint PCS Vision Phone VI-A820 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 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 30
several personal information management features to help you manage your busy lifestyle (page 121). ⅷ Your Sprint PCS Phone is equipped with a Location feature for use in connection with location-based services that may be available in the future (page 58). ⅷ Features a large color screen. ⅷ Speed - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 31
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 are in an area where there is no signal. Turning Your - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 32
Your Phone's Battery and Charger Battery Capacity Your Sprint PCS Phone is equipped with a Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery. The standard battery provides up to 3.0 hours of continuous digital talk time and the extended battery provides up to 4.1 hours of continuous digital talk time. When the battery - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 33
is getting too low, the battery icon phone sounds a warning tone. blinks and the Always use a Sprint-approved battery 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. Section - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 34
is charging. Ⅲ An green indicator light on the phone lets you know that the battery is charged. It takes approximately 4 hours to fully recharge a completely rundown battery. With the Sprint-approved Li-Ion battery, you can recharge the battery before it becomes completely run down. 26 Section 2A - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 35
Your Phone Number Just in case you forget your phone number, your Sprint PCS Phone can remind you. To display your phone number: ᮣ Press Menu ( ) to access the main menu, select Settings ( ), Phone Info ( ), and Phone Number ( ). (Your phone number and other information about your phone and - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 36
Call Guard is enabled, press and then . See "Call Guard" on page 83.) 4. Press or close the phone when you are finished. You can also place calls from your Sprint PCS Phone by using Sprint PCS Voice CommandSM (page 221), Speed Dialing numbers from your Contacts (page 38), using your Call History - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 37
calls go to voicemail.) 2. Press or to answer an incoming call. Depending on your phone's settings, you may also answer incoming calls by opening the flip or by pressing any number key. (See "Call Answer Mode" on page 66 for more information.) Section 2A: Your Sprint PCS Phone: The Basics 29 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 38
( ) on the right side of the phone. (The call will be answered in speaker phone mode.) - or - Open the phone to use the earpiece. Your Sprint PCS Phone notifies you of incoming calls in the following ways: ⅷ The phone rings and vibrates. ⅷ The phone just vibrates. ⅷ The indicator light flashes - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 39
Phone Basics Answering a Roam Call With Call Guard Enabled Call Guard is an option that helps you manage your roaming charges when making or receiving calls while outside the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. Please see Controlling Your Roaming Experience on page 79 for more information about roaming. - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 40
dial the phone number, press phone will enter Emergency mode and you will be unable to make any nonemergency calls until you exit. To exit emergency mode: ᮣ Press and at the same time and release to exit emergency mode. - or - Remove and replace the battery. 32 Section 2A: Your Sprint PCS Phone - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 41
the following menu: Ⅲ (1) Phone Number Ⅲ (2) Icon Glossary Ⅲ (3) Version Ⅲ (4) Advanced During a call, the left softkey button functions as the Mute button. Press it to mute the phone's microphone for privacy. Press it again to Unmute the phone. Section 2A: Your Sprint PCS Phone: The Basics 33 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 42
you wish to call the number again. Note: The End-of-Call options are not displayed for calls identified as No ID or Restricted. Saving a Phone Number Your Sprint PCS Phone can store up to 300 Contact entries. Each entry's name can contain 20 characters. Your - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 43
Press for Done to save the entry. Finding a Phone Number You can search Contacts entries for phone numbers that end in a specific string of numbers. To find a phone number: 1. While in standby mode, enter one or the number, highlight it and press . Section 2A: Your Sprint PCS Phone: The Basics 35 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 44
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 . ⅷ 2sec Pause automatically sends the Talk to send the next set of numbers. 36 Section 2A: Your Sprint PCS Phone: The Basics - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 45
an Abbreviated Dial Call To make a 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 prefix digits displayed. Note If to call. 3. Press to begin the call. Section 2A: Your Sprint PCS Phone: The Basics 37 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 46
is automatically highlighted. 3. Press to make the call. Note If the desired entry contains more than one phone number, scroll left or right to display the icon for the number you wish to call and press TALK name and number of the contact entry. 38 Section 2A: Your Sprint PCS Phone: The Basics - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 47
. until a "+" sign displays on your 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 the phone number you entered.) Section 2A: Your Sprint PCS Phone: The Basics 39 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 48
Entering Text Selecting a Character Input Mode Your Sprint PCS Phone provides convenient ways to enter words, letters, punctuation, and numbers whenever you are prompted to enter text (for example, when adding a Contact entry or when using Sprint PCS Mail and SMS Text Messaging). To change the - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 49
Entering Characters Using T9 Text Input T9 Text Input lets you enter text in your Sprint PCS Phone by pressing keys just once per letter. (To select the T9 [English] mode when enter "Meeting", press once, twice, once, once, once, and once.) Section 2A: Your Sprint PCS Phone: The Basics 41 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 50
next space after two seconds or when you enter a character on a different key. Characters scroll in the following order: . ,@ 1 ?! * # / A B C 2 D E F 3 G H I 4 J K L 5 M N O 6 P Q R S 7 T U V 8 W X Y Z 9 0 Space Shift 42 Section 2A: Your Sprint PCS Phone: The Basics - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 51
Phone Basics Entering Numbers, Symbols, Emoticons, Preset Messages and Recent Messages To enter numbers: ᮣ Select the Number mode and press the mode. (See "Selecting a Character Input Mode" on page 40.) 2. Scroll to the desired message and press . Section 2A: Your Sprint PCS Phone: The Basics 43 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 52
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PCS Service ࡗ Phone Setup Options Using the menu options available on your Sprint PCS Phone, you can customize your phone to sound, look, and operate just the way you want it to. This section describes how you can change your phone's settings to best suit your needs. Take a few moments to review - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 54
musical melodies. ⅷ Downloaded includes ringers you have purchased and downloaded to your phone. (See "Downloading Premium Services Content" on page 209.) Selecting Ringer Types for Voice Calls Your Sprint PCS Phone provides a variety of ringer options that allow you to customize your ring and - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 55
Your Phone's Settings 8. Press the navigation key down to highlight the Ringer field. Press the navigation key left or right Select Voicemail ( ) or Text Message ( ). 7. Press the navigation key left or right to select the desired ringer category. Section 2B: Controlling Your Phone's Settings 47 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 56
through the available ringers. (A sample ringer will sound as you highlight each option.) 8. When the desired ringer is selected, press . 48 Section 2B: Controlling Your Phone's Settings - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 57
Type ( ). 5. Select Roam Ringer ( ). 6. Press the navigation key up or down to select Normal or Distinctive and press . Selecting a Key Tone Your phone offers a number of options for selecting the type and length of audible tones accompanying a key press. (Longer tone lengths may be better for tone - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 58
Sounds ( ). 4. Select Tone Length ( ). 5. Select Short or Long and press . Adjusting the Phone's Volume Settings You can adjust your phone's volume settings to suit your needs and your environment. To adjust your phone's volume settings: 1. Press Menu ( ) to access the main menu. 2. Select Settings - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 59
option to set your handset to vibrate + ringer mode. Tip: With the phone open, you can adjust the ringer volume in standby mode (or the of your phone. 7. Select Done ( ) to save and exit. Alert Notification Your Sprint PCS Phone can alert you with an audible tone when you change service areas, once - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 60
phone entirely. The phone's Silence All option allows you to mute all sounds without turning your phone off. To activate Silence All: ᮣ With the phone options spoken aloud using an electronic voice when you are navigating through the user interface. To enable TTS: 1. Press Menu ( ) to access the - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 61
. 2. Select Settings ( ). 3. Select Sounds ( ). 4. Select TTS ( ). 5. Select TTS Volume ( ). 6. Press the navigation key up or down to select the desired sound level and press . Your Phone's Settings Section 2B: Controlling Your - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 62
Changing the Text Greeting The text greeting can be up to fourteen 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 greeting. To display or change your greeting: 1. Press Menu ( ) to - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 63
( ), or Pwr Save Mode ( ). 6. Select a time setting or on/off and press . Note: Long backlight settings affect the battery's talk and standby times. Changing the Screen Saver Your new Sprint PCS Phone offers options for what you see on the display screen while in standby mode. To change the display - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 64
be turned off so that just the desired image is displayed as the screen saver. 8. Press to select the desired screen saver. Dialing Font Your Sprint PCS Phone allows you to choose the color and size of the text displayed when dialing. Color The available color options are: ⅷ Basic: displays black - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 65
Your Phone's Settings 6. Select Basic, Rainbow, Monochrome, or Hyphenate and press . 7. If you selected Monochrome, use your navigation key Font ( ). 5. Select Size ( ). 6. Press the navigation key up or down to select Large or Normal and press . Section 2B: Controlling Your Phone's Settings 57 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 66
Location Settings Your Sprint PCS Phone is equipped with a Location feature for use in connection with location-based services that may be available in the future. The Location feature allows the network to detect your position. Turning Location off will hide your location from - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 67
sent message, and create your own canned messages, to name just a few. Setting Message Alerts When new messages arrive, you can choose to have your phone notify you by playing an audible alert. To hear an alert when you receive a new message: 1. Press Menu ( ) to access the main menu. 2. Select - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 68
outgoing messages, select Off. 6. Enter your signature using the keypad and press for Done. (See "Entering Text" on page 40.) 60 Section 2B: Controlling Your Phone's Settings - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 69
's Settings Managing Preset Messages Your phone is preset with ten messages and ten empty spaces for custom messages to help make sending text messages Edit ( ). 6. Edit the selected message (see "Entering Text" on page 40), and press Done ( ). Section 2B: Controlling Your Phone's Settings 61 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 70
"Entering Text" on page 40), and press Done ( ). (Your new message will be added to the beginning of the list.) 62 Section 2B: Controlling Your Phone's Settings - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 71
in Airplane Mode, it cannot send or receive any calls or access online information. To set your phone to Airplane Mode: 1. Press Menu ( ) to access the main menu. 2. Select Settings ( ). 3. Select Others ( ). 4. Select Airplane Mode ( ). 5. Read the disclaimer and press or select OK ( ). 6. - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 72
phone's headset jack. If this cable was not provided with your TTY device, contact your TTY device manufacturer to purchase the connector cable. When establishing your Sprint PCS Service, please call Sprint Customer Service " may impair headset and non-TTY accessory performance." Press the OK key to - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 73
devices connected to the headset jack may be impaired. IMPORTANT NOTICE: 911 Emergency Calling Sprint recommends that TTY users make emergency calls by other means, including Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS), analog cellular, and land line communications. Wireless TTY calls to 911 may be - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 74
Setup Options Launch Pad Your phone offers you the option of assigning a shortcut key to a favorite would like to assign and press . Call Answer Mode You can determine how to answer incoming calls on your phone, whether you want to be required to press , to press any number key, or simply open the - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 75
pressed to answer all incoming calls. Ⅲ Flip open allows you to answer incoming calls by opening the flip. Auto Answer Mode You may set your phone to automatically pick up incoming calls when connected to an optional hands-free car kit or headset. To set Auto Answer mode: 1. Press Menu ( ) to - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 76
Display Language You can choose to display your Sprint PCS Phone's on-screen menus in English or in Spanish. To assign a language for the phone's display: 1. Press Menu ( ) to access the main menu. 2. Select Settings ( ). 3. Select Others ( ). 4. Select Language ( ). 5. Select English or Español and - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 77
's Lock Feature ࡗ Using Special Numbers ࡗ Erasing Contacts ࡗ Erasing Downloads ࡗ Resetting Your Phone ࡗ Security Features for Sprint PCS VisionSM By using the security settings on your Sprint PCS Phone, you receive peace of mind without sacrificing flexibility. This section will familiarize you with - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 78
display the Security menu. Tip: If you can't recall your lock code, try using the last four digits of either your Social Security number or Sprint PCS Phone number or try 0000 or NATL (6285). If none of these work, call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4PCS (4727). 70 Section 2C: Setting Your - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 79
is locked, you can only receive incoming calls or make calls to 911, Sprint Customer Service, or special numbers. (See "Using Special Numbers" on page 74.) To lock your phone: 1. From the Security menu, select Lock Phone ( ). 2. Highlight Unlocked, On power-up, or Lock now and press . Unlocking Your - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 80
an emergency number, special number, or Sprint Customer Service, enter the phone number and press . Locking Services This setting allows you to lock voice call functions, Sprint PCS Vision services, and Sprint PCS Ready Link service. When you enable Lock Services, you are unable to make new calls - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 81
Sprint PCS Vision 1. Press Menu ( ) to access the main menu. 2. Select Settings ( ). 3. Select Security ( ) and enter your lock code. 4. Select Lock Services code. 4. Select Lock Services ( ). 5. Select Ready Link: Unlocked ( ). 6. Select Lock and press . Your Phone's Security Section 2C: Setting - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 82
Special numbers are important numbers that you have designated as being "always available." You can call and receive calls from special numbers even if your phone is locked. You can save up to three special numbers in addition to your contact entries (the same number may be in both directories). To - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 83
( ). 3. Select Security ( ) and enter your lock code. 4. Select Erase Downloads ( ). 5. If you are certain that you would like to erase all items downloaded to your phone, select Yes and press . Note: This will also delete any content originally preloaded into the handset. Section 2C: Setting Your - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 84
the ringer types and display settings. (Contacts are not erased.) To reset your phone: 1. Press Menu ( ) to access the main menu. 2. Select Settings ( 3. Select Security ( ). ) and enter your lock code. 4. Select Reset Phone ( ). 5. If you are certain that you would like to restore all of the - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 85
Features for Sprint PCS VisionSM Your Phone's Security Enabling and Disabling Sprint PCS Vision Services You can disable Sprint PCS Vision services without turning off your phone; however, you will not have access to any Sprint PCS Vision services, including Web and messaging. Disabling Sprint PCS - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 86
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Using Call Guard Roaming is the ability to make or receive calls when you're off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. Your new Sprint PCS VisionSM Phone VI-A820 by Samsung works anywhere on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network and allows you to roam on other 1900 and 800 MHz digital networks where we've - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 88
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-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 89
need to periodically check your voicemail for new messages if you are in a roaming service area for an extended period of time. To check your voicemail while roaming: 1. Dial 1 + area code + your Sprint PCS Phone number. 2. When you hear your voicemail greeting, press . 3. Enter your pass code at - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 90
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 forces the phone to seek a roaming system. The previous setting (Sprint or Automatic) is restored the next time the - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 91
Using Call Guard Your phone has two ways of alerting you when you are roaming off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network: the on . (This additional step is not required when you make or receive calls while on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network.) To turn Call Guard on or off: 1. Press Menu ( ) to access - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 92
To place roaming calls with Call Guard on: 1. From standby mode, dial 1 + area code + the seven-digit number and press . 2. Press to confirm Roaming Rate. To answer incoming roaming calls with Call Guard on: 1. Press 2. Press to confirm Roaming Rate. Reminder: If the Call Guard feature is - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 93
Navigation ࡗ Menu Structure ࡗ Viewing the Menus Every function and feature of your Sprint PCS Phone can be accessed through an on-screen menu. This section is a road map to using your Sprint PCS VisionSM Phone VI-A820 by Samsung. Please take a few moments to learn your way around and you'll find - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 94
Navigation The navigation key on your Sprint PCS Phone allows you to scroll through menus quickly menu options are highlighted. Select any numbered option by simply pressing the corresponding number on the phone's keypad. You may also select any item by highlighting it and pressing . For example, - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 95
go to the previous menu: ᮣ Press . To return to standby mode: ᮣ Press . Viewing the Menus Menu Diagram Voice Memo 1: Record 2: Review Messaging 1: Send Message 1: Text Message 2: VoiceSMS 3: Email 2: Text Message 1: Inbox 2: Outbox 3: Drafts 3: VoiceSMS 4: Email 5: Voicemail 1: Call Voicemail - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 96
2: Sending Options 1: Priority 1: Normal 2: Urgent 2: Call Back # 1: None 2: Phone Number (xxx-xxx-xxxx) 3: Other 3: Preset Messages 1: Can't talk right now. Send me a message. 2: Call me 3: Where are you? 4: Can you pick up 5: Meet me - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 97
Save In Outbox (Yes/No) 7: Auto Erase (Yes/No) 8: VoiceSMS Options 1: Speaker Phone (On/Off) 2: From Name Tools 1: Today 2: Scheduler 3: Task List 4: Memo Pad Alarm #1 2: Alarm #2 3: Alarm #3 7: Calculator 8: Countdown Voice Service 1: Launch VSuite 2: Settings 1: Digit Dialing 1: Adapt Digits 2: - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 98
3: Reject Less 2: Names 1: Reject More 2: Recommended 3: Reject Less 3: Choice Lists 1: Name Dialing 1: Automatic 2: Always On 3: Always Off 2: Digit Dialing 1: Automatic 2: Always On 3: Always Off 3: Contacts 1: Automatic 2: Always On 3: Always Off 4: Sound 1: Prompts (On/Off) 2: Digits (On/Off) 3: - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 99
Call History 1: Outgoing Calls 2: Incoming Calls 3: Missed Calls 4: Erase History 1: Outgoing Calls 2: Incoming Calls 3: Missed Calls 4: All Calls Web Settings 1: Display 1: Screen Saver 1: Main LCD 1: Preset Image 1: Balloon 2: Highway 3: Candy 4: Beach 5: Video 6: Bike 7: Launch Pad 8: Digital - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 100
2: No Caller ID 1: Default 2: Downloads 5: Dialing Font 1: Color 1: Basic 2: Rainbow 3: Monochrome 4: Hyphenate 2: Size 1: Large 2: Normal 6: Greeting 1: Sprint 2: Custom 7: Backlight 1: Main Display 1: Flip open 2: 30 seconds 3: 15 seconds 4: 8 seconds 2: Keypad 1: Flip open 2: 30 seconds 3: 15 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 101
1: Lowest 2: Low 3: Med 4: High 5: Highest 2: External LCD 1: Lowest 2: Low 3: Med 4: High 5: Highest 9: Service Light (On/Off) 2: Sounds 1: Volume 1: Ringer 2: Messages 3: Voice Mail 4: Alarms 5: App. Volume 6: Ready Link 2: Ringer Type 1: Voice Calls 1: With Caller ID 2: No Caller ID 2: Messages - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 102
3: Connect (On/Off) 4: Sig. Fade Tone (On/Off) 5: Power On/Off (On/Off) 6: R-Link Missed 1: Off 2: Once 3: Repeat 4: Continuous 4: Key Tone 1: Tone Type 1: Normal 2: Piano 3: Beep 2: Tone Level 1: Silence All 2: Level 1-8 5: Tone Length 1: Short 2: Long 6: TTS 1: TTS Mode (Enable/Disable) 2: TTS - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 103
1: Unlocked 2: On power-up 3: Lock now 2: Change Lock 3: Special # 1: Empty 2: Empty 3: Empty 4: Erase Contacts (Yes/No) 5: Erase Downloads (Yes/No) 6: Reset Phone (Yes/No) 7: Lock Services 1: Voice: Unlocked/Locked 2: PCS Vision: Unlocked/Locked Menus Section 2E: Navigating Through Menus 95 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 104
Link: Unlocked/Locked 6: Roaming 1: Set Mode 1: Automatic 2: Roaming only 3: Sprint 2: Call Guard (On/Off) 7: Launch Pad 1: Up Key 1: Contacts 2: Messaging 3: Text Inbox 4: VoiceSMS Inbox 5: Send Message 6: Send VoiceSMS 7: Downloads 8: Web 9: Voice Service 10: Voice Memo 11: Scheduler 12: Alarms 13 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 105
15: Ringer Type 16: Missed Events 3: Left Key 1: Contacts 2: Messaging 3: Text Inbox 4: VoiceSMS Inbox 5: Send Message 6: Send VoiceSMS 7: Downloads 8: Web 9: Voice Service 10: Voice Memo 11: Scheduler 12: Alarms 13: Calculator 14: Display 15: Ringer Type 16: Missed Events 4: Right Key 1: Contacts - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 106
) 9: Headset Mode 1: Voice Call 2: Ready Link 3: Button Off 10: Key Guard (On/Off) 11: TTY 1: Disable TTY 2: TTY+Hearing 3: TTY+Voice 4: Enable TTY 12: Update Phone SW 98 Section 2E: Navigating Through Menus - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 107
Applications 1: Get New 2: de Jour Meal Planner Trial 3: SportsTracker Trial 4: MobiTV Trial Contacts 1: Find 2: Add New Entry 3: My Phone # 4: Speed Dial #s 5: Group Setting 1: Unassigned 2: Family 3: Friends 4: Colleague 5: VIPs 6: Empty 6: Services Menus Section 2E: Navigating Through Menus 99 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 108
1: Account Info 2: Customer Svc 3: Dir Assist InUse Menu Press to display the following options: 1: Call History 2: Contacts 3: 3-Way Call 4: Messaging 5: Voice Memo 6: Tools 7: Phone Info 100 Section 2E: Navigating Through Menus - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 109
Call From Call History ࡗ Saving a Phone 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 Sprint PCS Phone, and missed calls. This section guides you through accessing and making the most - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 110
the list. Each entry contains the phone number (if it is available) and contact entry name (if the phone number is in your Contacts). 4. Highlight the entry you wish to view and press . Tip: Tip: Access the Sprint PCS Ready Link call history from standby mode by pressing R-Link (left softkey), Go - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 111
additional 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). Tip: You can also view the next Call History - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 112
Making a Call From Call History To place a call from Call History: 1. Press Menu ( ) to access the main menu. 2. Select Call History ( ). 3. Select Outgoing Calls ( ), Incoming Calls ( ), or Missed Calls ( ). 4. Use your navigation key to select a Call History entry and press or press and select - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 113
Number From Call History Your Sprint PCS Phone can store up to 300 contact entries. Each entry's name can contain up to twenty characters. To save a phone number from Call History: 1. Use your navigation key to select a Call History entry and press Options ( ). 2. Select Save ( ). 3. Select New - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 114
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 and press . 2. Select Options ( ). 3. Select Prepend ( ). 4. Enter the prefix and press Call ( ). 106 Section - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 115
Erasing Call History To erase individual Call History entries, see "Call History Options" on page 103. To erase Call History: 1. Press Menu ( ) to access the main menu. 2. Select Call History ( ). 3. Select Erase History ( ). 4. Select Outgoing Calls ( ), Incoming Calls ( ), Missed Calls ( ), or All - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 116
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Numbers ࡗ Editing a Contact Entry ࡗ Selecting a Ringer Type for an Entry 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-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 118
Adding a New Contact Entry Your Sprint PCS Phone can store up to 300 contact entries. Each entry's the navigation key down to highlight the desired label. (See "Entering Text" on page 40.) 6. Enter the phone number for the entry and press . 7. Press Done ( ) to save. After you have saved the number - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 119
Contacts Assigning a Group Entry Once you save a contact entry, you can select between five different group listings for the entry. By assigning a contact to a group, you can also search easily by using a group search. To assign a contact to a group: 1. Select Contacts ( ) to access the contact - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 120
. (The more letters you enter, the more your search narrows.) 5. To display an entry, highlight it and press ; to dial an entry's default phone number, highlight the entry and press . Shortcut: From standby mode, press Contacts (right softkey) to display the Search feature. 112 Section 2G: Using - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 121
Contacts Finding Speed Dial Numbers To find phone numbers you have stored in speed dial locations: 1. Press Menu ( ) to access the main menu. 2. Select Contacts belonging to a group, highlight the group and press . 5. To dial the entry's default phone number, press . Section 2G: Using Contacts 113 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 122
. 3. Select Options ( ). 4. Select Edit ( ). The following options are available: Ⅲ [Mobile, Home, Work, Pager, Others] allows you to add a phone number to the entry label. (See "Adding a Phone Number to a Contact Entry" on page 115.) Ⅲ [Email] allows you to add an email address to the entry. Ⅲ [URL - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 123
navigation key down until the desired label is highlighted. 4. Enter the new phone number and press . 5. Press Done ( ) to save the new number. Editing a Contact Entry's Phone Number To edit an entry's phone number: 1. Display a contact entry (see page 112). 2. Press Options ( ) and select Edit - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 124
Assigning Speed Dial Numbers Your phone can store up to 99 phone numbers in speed dial locations. For details on how to make calls using speed dial numbers, see "Using One-Touch/Two-Touch Speed Dialing" on - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 125
Contacts Editing a Contact Entry To make changes to an entry: 1. Display an internal contact entry. 2. Press Options ( ) and select Edit ( ). 3. Highlight the part of the entry you wish to edit (Name, Group, Ringer, etc.) and press . 4. Add and/or edit the desired information and press . 5. Press - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 126
Selecting a Ringer Type for an Entry You can assign a ringer type to a contact entry so you can identify the caller by the ringer type. (See "Ringer Types" on page 46.) To select a ringer type for an entry: 1. Display a contact entry. 2. Press Options ( ) and select Edit ( ). 3. Select Default - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 127
Contacts Dialing Sprint PCS Services Your phone is preprogrammed with phone numbers for various Sprint PCS Services. To dial a service from your Contacts: 1. Press Menu ( ) to access the main menu. 2. Select Contacts ( ). 3. Select Services ( ). 4. Select Account Info ( ), Customer Svc ( ), or - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 128
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Scheduler & Tools Section 2H Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools In This Section ࡗ Using Your Phone's Scheduler ࡗ Using Your Phone's Alarm Clock ࡗ Using Your Phone's Memo Pad ࡗ Using Your Phone's Tools Your Sprint PCS Phone is equipped with several personal information management features that - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 130
to scroll by week through the Calendar or left or right to scroll by day. Press Options to jump to a specific date. 7. Enter a description for the event using the keypad and select Next ( ). (See "Entering Text" on the end date of your event. 122 Section 2H: Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 131
, On Time, 10min before, 30min before, or 1Hr before 12. Select Done ( ) to save the event. Event Alerts There are several ways your Sprint PCS Phone alerts you of scheduled events: ⅷ By playing the assigned ringer type. ⅷ By illuminating the backlight. ⅷ By flashing the LED. ⅷ By playing animation - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 132
events for the day. To access the today menu: 1. Press Menu ( 2. Select Tools ( 3. Select Today ( ) to access the main menu. ). ). 124 Section 2H: Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 133
. 5. Press Options ( ) and select Erase All ( ). (A confirmation will appear asking you to confirm the deletion.) 6. Select Yes or No and press . Section 2H: Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools 125 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 134
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. Press Menu ( ) to access the main or press Snooze (left softkey) to sound the alert again in 10 minutes. 126 Section 2H: Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 135
Scheduler & Tools Using Your Phone's Memo Pad Your Sprint PCS Phone comes with a memo pad you can use to compose and store reminders and notes to help the main menu. 2. Select Tools ( ). 3. Select Memo Pad ( ). 4. Highlight a memo and press . Section 2H: Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools 127 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 136
Erase ( ) to erase the highlighted memo or Erase All ( ) to erase all saved memos. 6. Select Yes to confirm and press . 128 Section 2H: Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 137
's Tools In addition to helping you be more efficient and organized, your Sprint PCS Phone offers useful and entertaining tools. Using the Task List Your phone comes with a built-in task list to allow you to keep track of important items. To use the task list: 1. Press Menu ( ) to access the - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 138
zones. Note: You can turn Daylight Savings Time on or off by pressing the right softkey to select DST Setting. 130 Section 2H: Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 139
Scheduler & Tools Using the Calculator Your phone comes with a built-in calculator. To use the calculator: 1. Press Menu ( ) to access the main menu. 2. Select Tools to clear the calculation. 5. Enter the second number and press for Equal (=). Section 2H: Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools 131 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 140
Countdown Countdown allows you to enter a future date and time into the phone and then see the amount of days, hours, and minutes until that time is reached. To set up a press the navigation key left or right to cycle between countdown entries. 132 Section 2H: Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 141
Contacts ࡗ Voice Memos ࡗ Phone Status Information ࡗ My Phone Number Your Sprint PCS Vision Phone's Voice Services let you place calls using your voice, store voice reminders, check phone status, and record memos right on your phone. This section includes easy-to-follow instructions on using voice - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 142
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. 134 Section 2I: Using Your Phone's Voice Services - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 143
Voice Services Using Voice Dial Voice Dial allows you to dial any valid 7 or 10 digit North American phone number or contact 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-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 144
select the desired number by using the navigation key. The phone will then dial the number.) Enabling/Disabling Digit Dial Choice lists for Digit Dial: 1. Press Menu ( ) to access the main menu. 2. Select Voice Service ( ). 3. Select Settings ( ). 4. Select Choice Lists ( ). 5. Select Digit Dialing - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 145
Services Adapting Digit Dial Digit Dialing is speaker independent, which means that no training or adaptation is required. Some users 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 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 146
Service ( ). 3. Select Settings ( ). 4. Select Digit Dialing ( ). 5. Select Adapt Digits ( digit sequence.) ). (The phone displays the first 6. When you are ready to start recording, press . (The phone re-record the digits to fix any problems, say No. (The phone then prompts you to say the digits - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 147
adaptation and reset Digit Dial to its original state: 1. Press Menu ( ) to access the main menu. 2. Select Voice Service ( ). 3. Select Settings ( ). 4. Select Digit Dialing ( ). 5. Select Reset Digits ( ). 6. Press to select OK. Voice Services Section 2I: Using Your Phone's Voice Services 139 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 148
pressing and holding . (The phone prompts you for a command.) 2. Say Name Dial. (The phone prompts you to say a name or a phone number.) 3. Say the full name, the phone automatically dials that number. Ⅲ If the name that you spoke has more than one number associated with it, the phone displays the - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 149
Yes. Ⅲ If the phone says, "Did You Say," followed by an incorrect name, say No. The phone will prompt you with the next name, if there is one. If there are no more names, the phone will say "Sorry, No Match Found," and will not place a call. Section 2I: Using Your Phone's Voice Services 141 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 150
. (The phone will prompt you to say the name.) 3. Say the full name of the person, exactly as it is entered in your contacts. (The phone will play the name it recognized through the earpiece, and then open the contact information for that name.) 142 Section 2I: Using Your Phone's Voice Services - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 151
menu. 2. Select Voice Service ( ). 3. Select phone says, "Did You Say," followed by an incorrect name, say No. The phone then prompts you with the next name, if there is one. If there are no more names, the phone will say "Sorry, No Match Found." Section 2I: Using Your Phone's Voice Services - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 152
phone's voice recognition feature or the main menu option to record brief memos to remind you of important events, phone recognition. (The phone prompts you to say Select Record ( ). (The phone prompts you to start recording after the it is recording, the phone displays a countdown timer that - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 153
Voice Services To record a conversation during a phone call: 1. During a call, select Options ( ). 2. Select Voice Menu ( ) to access the main menu. 2. Select Voice Memo ( ). 3. Select Review ( ). (The phone displays a list of saved memos, with the first one selected.) 4. Highlight the desired memo - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 154
( ) to access the main menu. 2. Select Voice Memo ( ). 3. Select Review ( ). 4. Highlight the desired memo to erase and select Options ( ). 5. . 2. Select Voice Memo ( ). 3. Select Review ( ). 4. Select Erase All ( ). 5. Select Yes and press . 146 Section 2I: Using Your Phone's Voice Services - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 155
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 and say - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 156
You can use your phone's Voice Services to hear and display your phone number on-screen. 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 Number. 148 Section - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 157
to quickly connect with other Sprint PCS Ready Link users for "walkie-talkie-style" communication from anywhere, to anywhere on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. This section explains the features and options of your Sprint PCS Vision Ready Link Phone and Service. Ready Link Section 2J: Using - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 158
5. Select Enable and press . Ⅲ Enable: Lets you make or receive Sprint PCS Ready Link calls any time your phone is not 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. 150 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 159
Preparing Your Phone for Sprint PCS Ready Link Service Every time you turn on your phone, your phone will identify itself and make itself available to the Ready Link network. ᮣ When you turn on your phone in an area where Sprint PCS Ready Link service is available, your phone will display "Preparing - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 160
The status of a Sprint PCS Ready Link call is displayed as follows: ⅷ The Green LED On indicates you have the floor and may speak. ⅷ The Red open. (You can take the floor and speak by pressing and holding .) Main LCD Display during a Ready Link Call 152 Section 2J: Using Sprint PCS Ready Link - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 161
Ready Link Help message will appear. Press Yes (left softkey) and Next (left softkey) to read a brief introduction of Sprint PCS Ready Link. Selecting a Contacts List When your phone displays a Sprint PCS Ready Link List, the left softkey is labeled Go To. To switch to another contact list, press Go - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 162
, Personal Groups, Missed Calls, Outgoing Calls, or Incoming Calls) and press . Tip: You can also select Enter R-Link# from the Go To option to enter a Sprint PCS Ready Link number directly. (See page 157 for details.) 3. Scroll to the contact you want to call, and press and hold to place the - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 163
to allow the other contact to speak. When the other party takes the floor, you will see the speaker's name and phone number and the text "has floor.") Note: During a Sprint PCS Ready Link call, the "floor" is the right to speak. When you see "Floor is open," the first person to - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 164
hold . Ⅲ If one of the group members takes the floor, you will see the member's name and Sprint PCS Ready Link number on the display. 4. When the call is finished, press . Tip: The phone beeps if you press the Ready Link button when another contact has the floor. To redial your last - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 165
) or press . 6. Press Go To ( ), highlight Enter R-Link# and press . 7. Enter the Sprint PCS Ready Link number you want to dial. 8. Follow steps 2-5 above. Note: Sprint PCS Ready Link numbers must contain ten digits (area code + phone number). Your Sprint PCS Ready Link number is the same as your - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 166
Ready Link call: ᮣ Simply press and hold while the Missed Call Notification is displayed. (Continue with the Sprint PCS Ready Link call as described previously.) Tip: If you have two or more missed calls, the call log list will appear. Different icons will - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 167
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 150.) 2. When you receive a Sprint PCS Ready Link call from a contact, "R-Link Call," the contact's name, and the Sprint PCS Ready Link number appear on the - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 168
Sprint button. Sprint PCS Ready Link Options When you use Sprint PCS Ready Link, several user options are select Personal List/Personal Groups.) ⅷ Edit to edit a Sprint PCS Ready Link number and/or name. See page 165. erase entries saved in the Sprint PCS Ready Link List (except Company List/Company Groups). ⅷ - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 169
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. Press Go to ( ), highlight the list from which you want to copy an entry (Outgoing Calls - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 170
"R-Link call ended." on the display. You can save a Sprint PCS Ready Link number from the ending display to your Personal not appear. Finding an Entry in the Sprint PCS Ready Link List You can find your desired entry by entering a few letters. To find a Sprint PCS Ready Link entry: 1. Press R-Link - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 171
the 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 (their Sprint PCS Phone number) and press . 6. Press Done ( ) to save the new contact to your Personal List. Tip: You are not allowed to use - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 172
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. Press Go To ( ), highlight Personal Groups, and press . 3. Select and press . - or - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 173
Ⅲ New Contact to add a new contact. Ⅲ Erase R-Link List to erase the Sprint PCS Ready Link List. See page 169 for details. Ⅲ Send VoiceSMS to send a voice SMS message. Ⅲ Help to view the Sprint PCS Ready Link instruction page. 4. Highlight Edit and press . 5. Select the field you want to edit (Name - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 174
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 169 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 press Next ( ). or Done - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 175
to the contact you want to edit and press Options ( ). 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. Ⅲ Add (Company Update ( ) to update your Personal Group List. Ready Link Section 2J: Using Sprint PCS Ready Link 167 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 176
or Personal Group List To erase a contact or a group: 1. From the Sprint PCS Ready Link List, press Go To ( ), then highlight Personal List or . 4. Select Yes and press . To erase a group member: 1. From the Sprint PCS Ready Link List, press Go To ( ), then highlight Personal Groups and press - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 177
PCS Ready Link List You can erase all entries saved in the Sprint PCS Ready Link List (except Company List/Company Groups.). To erase a Sprint PCS Ready Link List: 1. From the Sprint PCS Ready Link List, press Options ( ). 2. Highlight Erase R-Link List and press . 3. Select your desired option - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 178
and Personal List manually through the Sprint PCS Ready Link server: 1. Press Menu ( ) to access the main menu. 2. Select Settings ( ). 3. Select Ready Link ( ). 4. Select List Update ( ). Managing Sprint PCS Ready Link Settings Restarting the Ready Link Service To restart the Sprint PCS Ready Link - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 179
Select R-Link Guard ( ) and press . 5. Select On and press feature.) . (Select Off to deactivate this Setting Ringer Types for Sprint PCS Ready Link Calls Your Sprint PCS Phone provides a variety of ringer types that allow you to customize your ringer and volume settings. To select a ringer type - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 180
the Alert Notification menu. (See "Alert Notification" on page 51.) Setting the Speaker Phone for Sprint PCS Ready Link Calls You can set the speaker phone on or off when a Sprint PCS Ready Link call is activated. By default, the speaker phone is set to on. 1. Press Menu ( ) to access the main menu - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 181
PCS Ready Link is launched. To select the default view of the Sprint PCS Ready Link List: 1. Press Menu ( ) to access the main menu. 2. Select Settings ( ). 3. Select Ready Link ( ). 4. Select Default View ( ). (The default setting is Personal List.) 5. - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 182
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ࡗ Viewing Missed Events 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. Sprint PCS Service Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics 177 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 186
Up Your Voicemail All unanswered calls to your Sprint PCS Phone are automatically transferred to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. Therefore, you will want to set up your Sprint PCS Voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. To set up your voicemail - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 187
roaming off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. Note: Your phone accepts messages even when it is turned off. However, you are only notified of new messages when your phone is turned on and you are in a Sprint PCS Service Area. Sprint PCS Service Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 188
Retrieving Your Voicemail Messages You can review your messages directly from your Sprint PCS Phone or from any other touch-tone phone. To dial from your Sprint PCS Phone, you can either speed dial to the message, press 4 during the header. 180 Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 189
Menu Key" on page 185. Date/Time Send Reply Advance Replay Rewind Forward Erase Call Back Save Sprint PCS Service Cancel Help Skip Voicemail Options Your Sprint PCS Phone offers several options for organizing and accessing your voicemail. Using Expert Mode Using the Expert Mode setting - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 190
send a voice message to other Sprint PCS Voicemail users. 1. From the main voicemail menu, press message. to send a 2. Follow the voice prompts to enter the phone number. 3. Follow the voice prompts to record and send your voice message. 182 Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 191
those marked "Private," to other Sprint PCS Voicemail users. 1. After listening to a message, press . 2. Follow the voice prompts to enter the phone number. 3. Follow the voice prompts message you recorded, press recording. to continue Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics 183 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 192
Extended Absence Greeting When your phone is turned off or you are off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network for an extended period, this greeting can be main menu. 2. Select Messaging ( ). 3. Select Voicemail ( ). 4. Select Clear Envelope ( ). 184 Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 193
Replay Rewind Forward Message Erase Callback Save Options Send a Message Personal Options Notification Options Phone Notification Numeric Paging to a Sprint PCS Phone Return to Personal Options Menu Administrative Options Sprint PCS Service Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics 185 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 194
Options Menu Greetings Personal Greetings Name Announcement Extended Absence Greeting Return to Personal Options Menu Expert Mode (On/Off) Place a Call Disconnect 186 Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 195
also customize your own preset messages (up to 160 characters) from your Sprint PCS Phone or at www.sprint.com. Composing SMS Text Messages To compose an SMS Text message: 1. (You may include up to 7. Select Next ( .) Sprint PCS Service Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics 187 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 196
that corresponds to the number next to the message or emoticon. 9. Select Next ( ). 10. Review your message and press Send ( ). (You may also select the following additional messaging options by pressing to save the message without sending. 188 Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 197
ᮣ When you receive a text message, it will automatically appear on your phone's main display screen. Use your navigation key to scroll down and view number next to the message or emoticon. 3. Select Next ( ). Sprint PCS Service 4. Review your message and press Send ( ). (You may also select the - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 198
select Done ( ). (See "Entering Text" on page 40.) Note: You may also add or edit preset messages in the "My Online Tools" area at www.sprint.com. 190 Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 199
SMS Messaging Voice SMS allows you to send a recorded message to any other mobile phone or email address instantly. This allows you to send a recorded message to others is saved, it can be changed in the messaging settings. Sprint PCS Service Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics 191 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 200
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. 192 Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 201
you of incoming calls by sounding two beeps. Your phone's screen informs you that another call is coming in and displays the caller's phone number (if it is available and you are in reactivated once you end the call. Sprint PCS Service Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics 193 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 202
the first to hang up, all three callers are disconnected. Note: Call Waiting and Three-Way Calling are not available while roaming off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. 194 Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 203
Call Forwarding: 1. Press . 2. Enter the area code and phone number to which your future calls should be forwarded. 3. Press Note: You are charged a higher rate for calls you have forwarded. Sprint PCS Service Viewing Missed Events Missed events is a simple way of viewing all missed calls - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 204
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Applications ࡗ Getting Started With Sprint PCS Vision ࡗ Sprint PCS Messaging ࡗ Downloading Premium Services Content ࡗ The Web ࡗ Sprint PCS Vision FAQs Sprint PCS VisionSM brings you clarity you can see and hear with advanced multimedia services. These features - including Sprint PCS Messaging, games - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 206
a brief list of the applications available through your Sprint PCS Vision Phone. For more information, please see the Sprint PCS Vision User Guide online at www.sprint.com. Messaging Send and receive emails and chat on your Sprint PCS Vision Phone. Games Play exciting games with full-color graphics - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 207
of using your Sprint PCS Vision services, including managing your User name, launching a Vision connection, and navigating the Web with your Sprint PCS Vision Phone. Your User Name When you buy a Sprint PCS Vision Phone and sign up for service, you're automatically assigned a User name, which is - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 208
then click on PCS Vision User Name. ⅷ On your Sprint PCS Vision Phone. You can find your User name under the Phone Info option in your phone's Settings menu (Menu > Settings > Phone Info> Phone Number). Launching a Sprint PCS Vision Connection To launch a Sprint PCS Vision connection: 1. Press Menu - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 209
If you had a previous Sprint PCS Vision connection, the last page you visited will display when you launch your the Net Guard appears only once per session. The Net Guard does not appear if the phone is merely re-connecting due to a time-out. Sprint PCS Vision Section 3B: Sprint PCS Vision 201 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 210
calls can be made and received. Your phone is not currently able to access Sprint PCS Vision service features. If no indicator appears, your phone does not have a current Sprint PCS Vision connection. To launch a connection, see "Launching a Sprint PCS Vision Connection" on page 200. Navigating - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 211
by page through Web sites: ᮣ Press the volume buttons on the side of the phone. Selecting Once you've learned how to use softkeys and scroll, you can start 0 key on your phone's keypad, even though the number 0 doesn't appear on the screen.) Sprint PCS Vision Section 3B: Sprint PCS Vision 203 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 212
softkey. Going Back To go back one page: ᮣ Press the key on your phone. Note: The BACK key is also used for deleting text (like a BACKSPACE key) when you are entering text. Going Home To return to the Sprint PCS Vision home page from any other Web page: ᮣ Press and hold . - or - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 213
PCS Mail account from your Sprint PCS Vision Phone or from your personal computer at www.sprint.com. To access Sprint PCS Mail from your phone: 1. Press Menu ( ) to access the main menu. 2. Select Messaging ( ). 3. Select Email ( ). (If you're a first-time user, your phone will prompt you to set - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 214
or Compose ( ). For information and instructions about reading, replying to, and composing Sprint PCS Mail, please see the Sprint PCS Vision User's Guide at www.sprint.com. Accessing Additional Email Providers With Sprint PCS Vision, you can use popular email services such as AOL® Mail, Yahoo!® Mail - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 215
Phone: 1. From the Sprint PCS Vision home page, select Messaging ( ). 2. Select Instant Messaging ( ). 3. Select an email provider, such as AOL Instant Messenger, MSN Messenger, or Yahoo! Messenger. 4. Use your keypad to enter the required sign in information for the selected provider, such as user - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 216
PCS Vision gives you the ability to join wireless chatrooms from your Sprint PCS Vision Phone, to send text messages and icons to chatroom participants, or to launch a one-on-one or setting up one-on-one sessions, please see the Sprint PCS Vision User's Guide at www.sprint.com. 208 Section 3B - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 217
Downloading Premium Services Content With Sprint PCS Vision and your new Sprint PCS Vision Phone, you have access to a dynamic variety of Premium Service content, such as downloadable Games, Ringers, Screen Savers, and other applications. (Additional charges may apply.) The basic steps required to - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 218
the Premium Services Terms of Use and your responsibility for payment. To download a selected item: 1. From the information page, select Buy. (The item will download automatically. When the New Download screen appears, the item has been successfully downloaded to your phone.) Note - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 219
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 Manager - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 220
the appropriate phone menu screen. Ⅲ Select Shop ( ) 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 User's Guide at www - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 221
the Browser Menu Navigating the Web from your phone using the Sprint PCS Vision home page is easy once you Sprint PCS Vision home page offers a broad and convenient array of sites and services for you to browse, not all sites are represented, and certain functions, such as going directly to specific - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 222
softkey. (The browser menu will display in a drop-down list.) Options available under the browser menu include: ⅷ Home Returns the browser to the Sprint PCS Vision home page. ⅷ Forward Returns you to a previously viewed page (after having used the key). ⅷ Mark this Page Creates a new bookmark - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 223
bookmark: 1. Go to the Web page you want to mark. 2. Press to open the browser menu. 3. Select Mark this Page ( ). 4. Select Save ( ). Sprint PCS Vision Note: Bookmarking a page does not store the page contents, just its address. Some pages cannot be bookmarked. Whether a particular Web page may - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 224
View Bookmarks ( ). 3. Scroll to highlight the bookmark you'd like to delete and select Options ( ). 4. Select Delete ( ). 5. Select OK ( ) to remove the bookmark. 216 Section 3B: Sprint PCS Vision - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 225
to a Specific Web site To to go to the Web site. Note: Not all Web sites are viewable on your phone. Reloading a Web Page To reload (refresh) a Web page: 1. Press to be malfunctioning or stops responding, you can usually fix the problem by simply restarting the browser. To restart the Web browser: - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 226
PCS Vision FAQs 1. How will I know when my phone is ready for Sprint PCS Vision service? Your User name (for example, [email protected]) will display in the phone number under Phone Info. listing in your phone's Settings menu. 2. How do I sign-in for the first time? You are automatically signed - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 227
, you will not be able to browse the Web or use other Sprint PCS Vision services. While signed out, you can still place or receive phone calls, check voicemail, and use other voice services. You may sign in again at any time. To sign out, go to Menu ( ) > Settings ( ) > PCS Vision ( ) > Disable - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 228
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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. Voice Command Section 3C: Sprint PCS Voice Command 221 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 230
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 Sprint PCS Phone to contact Sprint Customer Service and sign up. There is a monthly charge for Sprint PCS Voice Command. 222 Section 3C - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 231
instant access to all of them. There are four ways to update your address book: ⅷ On the Web. Go to www.talk.sprint.com and sign on with your Sprint PCS Phone Number and password to access a fully functional Web-based address book to create and update your contacts. ⅷ Use an Existing Address - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 232
"No" if you wish to cancel. Tip: Keep in mind that Sprint PCS Voice Command recognizes not only your voice, but any voice, so that others can experience the same convenience if they use your phone. For more helpful hints on Sprint PCS Voice Command, including a list of recognized commands and an - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 233
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-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 234
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ࡗ Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone ࡗ Caring for the Battery ࡗ Acknowledging Special Precautions and the FCC Notice ࡗ Owner's Record ࡗ Phone Guide Proprietary Notice Part of getting the most out of your Sprint PCS Phone is learning how the phone works and how to care for it. This - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 238
is automatically activated. If your phone is active, it periodically rechecks service availability; you can also check Radio Frequency Safety The design of your Sprint PCS Phone complies with updated NCRP standards described below developed this updated standard after reviewing the available body of - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 239
the power off and remove the battery. ⅷ Blocking the internal antenna located in the upper right corner will reduce signal performance. Note: For the best care of your phone, only Sprint authorized personnel should service your phone and accessories. Faulty service may void the warranty. Section 4A - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 240
. Laws vary as to specific restrictions. Remember that safety always comes first. Tip: Purchase an optional hands-free accessory at your local Sprint Store, or call the Sprint PCS Accessory HotlineSM at 1-800-974-2221 or by dialing #222 on your Sprint PCS Phone. Following Safety Guidelines To - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 241
from a crew member to use your phone while the plane is on the phone off when you're in any area that has a potentially explosive atmosphere. Although it's rare, your phone and accessories that contains your phone or accessories. Restricting Children's Access to Your Phone Your phone is not a toy - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 242
The guidelines listed below help you get the most out of your battery's performance. ⅷ Use only Sprint-approved batteries and battery chargers. These chargers are designed to maximize battery life. Using other batteries or chargers voids your warranty and may cause damage. ⅷ In order to avoid damage - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 243
your authority to operate this equipment. Only use approved batteries, antennas and chargers. The use of any unauthorized accessories may be dangerous and void the phone warranty if said accessories cause damage or a defect to the phone. Although your phone is quite sturdy, it is a complex piece of - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 244
Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) for Wireless Phones The SAR is a value that corresponds to the relative amount of RF energy absorbed in the head of a user of a wireless handset. The SAR value of a phone reported SAR values of the Sprint PCS VisionSM Phone VI-A820 by Samsung® are: AMPS mode (Part - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 245
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 VisionSM Phone VI-A820 by Samsung® Serial No.: Phone Guide Proprietary Notice CDMA Technology is - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 246
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Warranty Section 4B Manufacturer's Warranty In This Section ࡗ Standard Limited Warranty Your Sprint PCS Phone has been designed to provide you with reliable, worry-free service. If for any reason you have a problem with your equipment, please refer to the manufacturer's warranty in this section. - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 248
") 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/Pouch - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 249
cover any battery if (i) the battery has been charged by a battery charger not specified or approved by SAMSUNG for charging the battery, (ii) any of the seals on the battery are broken or show evidence of tampering, or (iii) the battery has been used in equipment other than the SAMSUNG phone for - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 250
OF ANY LAW, RULE, SPECIFICATION OR CONTRACT PERTAINING THERETO. NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 251
FROM ANY TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR GROSS NEGLIGENCE) OR FAULT COMMITTED BY SAMSUNG, ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES, OR FOR ANY BREACH OF CONTRACT OR FOR ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 252
, whether oral 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) © Sprint Nextel. All rights reserved. No reproduction in whole or - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 253
-Answer Mode 67 B Backlight 55 Battery 24-26 Capacity 24 Charging 25 Phone Number 115 Contacts - Editing an Entry 117 Contacts - Entry Options 114 Contacts - Finding Entries 112 Contacts - Ringer Type 118 Countdown 132 D Dialing Options 28 Display Language 68 Display Screen 18 Downloads Sprint - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 254
Messages 43 Resetting Your Phone 76 Ringer Types 46 Roaming 79-84 Setting Roam Mode 82 S Scheduler 122-125 Screen Saver 55 Security 69-77 Security Menu 70 Silence All 52 SMS Text Messaging 187-190 Special Numbers 74 Speed Dialing 38 Assigning Numbers 116 Sprint Customer Service 7 Sprint PCS Mail 205 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 255
Guard 201 Security Features 77 User Name 199 Sprint PCS Voice Command 221-225 Address Book 223 Making a Call 224 T Task List 129 Text Greeting 54 Three-Way Calling 194 TTY Use 64-65 Turning Your Phone On and Off 23 U Unlocking Your Phone 71 V Voice Memo 144 Voice Services 133-148 Voice SMS 191 - Samsung SPH-A820 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 256
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