Samsung SPH-M500 User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English)
Samsung SPH-M500 Manual
View all Samsung SPH-M500 manuals
Add to My Manuals
Save this manual to your list of manuals |
Samsung SPH-M500 manual content summary:
- Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 1
Qwest® Service M500 by Samsung® www.qwest.com © 2006 Qwest Communications International, Inc. All rights reserved. No reproduction in whole or in part without prior written approval. Qwest is a trademark of Qwest Communications International, Inc. SPRINT is a trademark of Sprint Nextel. All other - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 2
Qwest_M500_110206 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 3
7 Section 2: Using Your Phone 9 2A. Phone Basics 11 Front View of Your Phone 12 Viewing the Display Screen 15 Features of Your Phone 19 Turning Your Phone On and Off 20 Using Your Phone's Battery and Charger 21 Navigating Through Phone Menus 25 Displaying Your Phone Number 26 Making and - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 4
Phone's Lock Feature 70 Lock Services 72 Using Special Numbers 73 Erasing Contacts 74 Erasing My Content 74 Erasing Pic/Video 75 Erasing Voice Memos 76 Erasing Messages 76 Resetting Your Default Settings 77 Resetting Your Favorites 77 Resetting Your Phone 78 Security Features for Sprint - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 5
Type for an Entry 100 2G. Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools 101 Using Your Phone's Scheduler 102 Using Your Phone's Alarm Clock 105 Using Your Phone's Memo Pad 106 Using Your Phone's Tools 107 2H. Using Your Phone's Voice Services 113 Using Voice-Activated Dialing 114 Using Call - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 6
185 Using Call Forwarding 186 3B. Sprint PCS Vision 187 Sprint PCS Vision Applications 188 Getting Started With Sprint PCS Vision 189 Accessing Messaging 195 Downloading Premium Services Content 197 Exploring the Web 199 Sprint PCS Vision FAQs 203 3C. Sprint Power Vision 205 Getting to Know - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 7
Owner's Record 224 Phone Guide Proprietary Notice 224 4B. Manufacturer's Warranty 225 Manufacturer's Warranty 226 Index 231 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 8
- Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 9
Welcome to Qwest® This guide will familiarize you with wireless srvice and your new phone through simple, easy-to-follow instuctions. It's all right here - from setting up your account passwords and voicemail to using the most advanced features of your phone. Welcome and thank you for choosing Qwest - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 10
of Contents 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 Due to updates in phone software, this printed guide may not be Guide Note: the most current version for your phone. Visit www.qwest.com and sign on to My - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 11
Phone Menus" on page 25. Press Menu > Options to display the following: OPTIONS (RIGHT SOFTKEY) 1: Menu Style 1: 3x4 Black 2: 3x4 White 3: List White WEB CALL HISTORY 1: Outgoing Calls 2: Incoming Calls 3: Missed Calls 4: Recent Calls MEDIA PLAYER 1: Channel Listing 2: Memory Card - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 12
Classic View 3: Ringers 1: Get New Ringers 4: Screen Savers 1: Get New Screen Savers 5: Applications 1: Get New Applications 3: ToneMaker DJ-Create Music Tones 6: IM & Email 1: Get New IM & Email 3: Yahoo! Mail download MESSAGING 1: Send Message 1: Text 3: Hand.Msg 2: Text Message 1: Inbox 3: Drafts - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 13
Storage 1: Connect to PC 2: File Manager 3: Format 4: Memory Info. 2: Voice Service 3: Voice Memo 1: Record 3: Erase All 2: Review 4: Bluetooth 5: Dictionary 1: Search word 2: Wordbook (English wordbook/Spanish wordbook 3: Review test (English wordbook/Spanish workbook) 4: Set color - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 14
1: Brightness 2: White Balance 1: Auto 4: Tungsten 4: Settings.. 2: Sunny 5: Fluorescent 1: Resolution 1: 1.3MP: 1280x960 4: Low: 176x220 2: Quality 2: High: 640x480 3: 10 Seconds 3: Top Secret 6: Microphone 9: Bean 3: Sepia 6: Antique 3: Cloudy 6: Manual 3: Med: 320x240 vi - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 15
4: Settings.. 1: Quality 1: Fine 2: Normal 2: Save Video To 1: Phone 2: Memory Card 5: Review Albums 6: Camera 3: Picture Mail 1: Inbox 3: Saved Mail 2: Sent Mail 4: Pending 4: My Albums 3: Economy 3: Shutter 2 3: 10 Seconds 3: Sepia 6: Antique 3: Cloudy 6: Manual 3: Economy vii - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 16
Auto Save To 1: Phone 2: Memory Card 2: Status Bar (On/Off) 3: Account Info 4: View Mode 1: Wide Screen CONTACTS 2: Full Screen 1: Find 2: Add New Entry 3: Speed Dial #s 4: Group 1: Unassigned 4: Colleague 7: Empty 5: My Name Card 2: Family 5: VIPs 6: Services 1: Account Info 4: Qwest - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 17
2: Sub LCD 1: PRESET IMAGES 1: Analog 1-2 2: Digital 1-3 2: MAIN LCD IMAGE 2: Set Foreground 1: Digital Clock 3: Calendar 2: Analog Clock 4: Others 3: Set Theme 1: Classic View 2: Tropical 4: Color Set Type (White/Black) 5: Dialing Font 1: Basic 1: COLOR 1: Basic 3: Monochrome 2: - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 18
1: Flip Open 4: 8 seconds 2: 30 seconds 5: Off 3: Pwr Save Mode (On/Off) 4: Brightness 1: Level 5-1 5: Sub Contrast 1: Lowest 4: High 2: Low 5: Highest 9: Text Entry 1: AUTO CAPITAL (ON/OFF) 2: PERSONAL DIC. 3: USED WORD DIC. (YES/NO) 4: DISPLAY CANDIDATE (DISPLAY ON/DISPLAY OFF) 5: - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 19
Volume 3: Always Vibrate 5: APP. VOLUME 1: Sound 1: Use Ringer Volume 2: Separate Volume 2: Game Vibrate (On/Off) 3: Alerts 1: Minute Beep (On/Off) 2: Service (On/Off) 3: Connect (On/Off) 4: Sig. Fade Tone (On/Off) 5: Power On (Off/Mystery/Crystal/Exciting) 6: Power Off (Off/Mystery - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 20
VoiceMode 1: ADAPT VOICEMODE 2: RESET VOICEMODE 3: TUTORIAL 6: Voice Launch 1: Talk Key 2: Talk Key and Flip Open 7: About 5: Security 1: Lock Phone 1: Unlocked 2: On Power-Up 2: Lock Pic/Video (On/Off) 3: Change Lock 4: Special # 1: Empty 2: Empty 5: Erase 1: Erase Contacts (Yes - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 21
5: Erase Messages (Yes/No) 6: Default Settings (Yes/No) 7: Reset Favorites(Yes/No) 8: Reset Phone (Yes/No) 9: Lock Services 1: Voice: Lock/Unlock 2: Power Vision: Lock/Unlock 6: Roaming 1: Set Mode 1: Automatic 2: Roaming only 2: Call Guard (On/Off) 3: Data Roam Guard (Always Ask/Never - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 22
My Content 10: Calculator 13: Inbox 16: On Demand 2: Voice Memo 5: Voice Service 8: Display 11: Media Player 14: Send Text 8: Others 1: Call Setup 1: Abbrev Talk 2: TTY Full 8: Update Phone SW 9: Phone Info 1: Phone Number 4: Advanced 2: Icon Glossary 0: Bluetooth 1: Enable (On/Off) 2: - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 23
3: Device name 4: Exchange FTP Folder 5: Device Info IN USE MENU Press Options (right softkey) to display the following options: 1: Turn Speaker On/Off 4: Messaging 7:Voice Memo 2: Key Mute/Unmute 5: 3-Way Call 8: Tools 3: Contacts 6: Call History 9: Phone Info xv - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 24
xvi - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 25
Getting Started Section 1 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 26
2 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 27
ࡗ Getting Started ࡗ Setting Up Your Voicemail ࡗ 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, and contact Qwest for assistance with your - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 28
softkey text that appears at the bottom left and bottom right of your phone's display screen. Softkey actions change according to the screen you're viewing and lock code, try using the last four digits of your wireless phone number or try 0000. If neither of these work, call Qwest Wireless™ Repair at 1- - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 29
Setting Up Service Setting Up Your Voicemail All unanswered calls to your phone are automatically transferred to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. Therefore, you will want to set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. To set up your - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 30
Power Vision Password With your M500 by Samsung, you may elect to set up a Sprint PCS Vision or Sprint Power 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 information, or - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 31
Help Visit www.qwest.com You can go online to: ⅷ Review coverage maps. ⅷ Access your account information. ⅷ Find information and accessories for your phone. ⅷ And more. Reaching Qwest Wireless Customer Service You can reach Qwest online or by phone: ⅷ Sign on to your account at www.qwest.com - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 32
8 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 33
Using Your Phone Section 2 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 34
10 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 35
Section 2A 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-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 36
Front View of Your Phone 1. Speaker 2. Display Screen 3. Menu/OK Key 4. Left Softkey 5. TALK Key 6. Volume Key 7. Voicemail Key 8. Numeric Keypad 9. Shift/Asterisk Key 10. 14. BACK/CLEAR Key 13. Space/Pound Key 12. Plus Code Dialing Key 11. Power Interface Connector 12 Section 2A: Phone Basics - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 37
you to connect a power cable and optional accessories, such as a USB cable. 12. Plus Code Dialing Key automatically dials the international access code for the country in which you are located (for instance, 011 for international calls placed from the United States). Section 2A: Phone Basics 13 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 38
menu. This key also allows you to return to the previous screen in a Sprint PCS Vision session. 15. Camera Key allows you to take pictures when you are for convenient, hands-free conversations. 19. Navigation Key scrolls through the phone's menu options and acts as a shortcut key from standby mode. Ⅲ - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 39
options. This list identifies the symbols you'll see on your 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 PCS Vision connection is active. indicates that you are sending - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 40
, numeric pages, picture messages, video messages, or Wireless Application Protocol (WAP) messages waiting. Press briefly to see a . indicates that your message is locked. indicates that your phone is in vibrate all mode. indicates that your phone has a ringer volume set and the vibrate option is - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 41
lines you have, the stronger your signal. shows your current battery charge strength. (Icon shown fully charged in idle mode.) shows your current battery charge strength. (Icon shown fully discharged in idle mode.) indicates that your phone is muted and no sound will be heard through the microphone - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 42
lighting conditions. indicates that the white balance has been set to Manual. This is used for taking pictures indoors or outdoors using your or folder. indicates that Bluetooth technology is connected (actual icon will be blue). indicates that Bluetooth technology is enabled (actual 2A: Phone Basics - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 43
page 81). ⅷ Sprint PCS Vision provides access to the wireless Internet in digital mode (page 190). ⅷ Email (page 195) and SMS Text Messaging (page 181) provide quick and convenient messaging capabilities. ⅷ Games, ringers, screen savers, and other applications can be downloaded to make your phone as - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 44
to standby mode. In Power Save mode, your phone searches for a signal periodically without your intervention. You can also initiate a search for 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 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 45
audible alert and then powers down. Note: Long backlight settings, searching for service, vibrate mode, Bluetooth, 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. Section 2A - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 46
To install the Li-Ion battery: 1. Insert the battery into the opening on the back of the phone at a 45degree angle, making sure to line up the gold contacts. Gently press down until it snaps into place. 2. Install the protective cover by lining - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 47
tone. Always use a Qwest-approved 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. Using the Travel Charger To use the travel charger provided with your phone: ᮣ Plug the end of the AC - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 48
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 INJURY AND POSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGE IMPORTANT SAFETY - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 49
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 calls, they are displayed on the screen.) Note: For the purposes of this guide, the above steps condense into "Select Menu > Call History > Incoming Calls." - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 50
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 displayed.) 26 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 51
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 possible your handset. ATTENTION Correct Incorrect Obstructing the internal antenna could inhibit call performance. Section 2A: Phone Basics 27 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 52
to clear calls. To make a call using your keypad: 1. Make sure your phone is on. 2. Enter a phone number from standby mode. (If you make a mistake while dialing, press to call, press TALK twice. You can also place calls from your phone by using the Contacts menu (page 95), speed dialing numbers from - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 53
Enter a digit or string of digits and press Options (right softkey). Press Find to display Contacts entries that contain the entered numbers. (See "Finding a Phone Number" on page 36.) ⅷ Hard Pause allows you to enter a hard pause. To continue dialing, you must press a key. (See "Dialing and Saving - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 54
The screen displays an incoming call message. If the incoming call is from a number stored in your Contacts, the entry's name is displayed. The caller's phone number may also be displayed, if available. If Call Answer is set to Talk Only, the following options are also displayed. To select an option - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 55
is displayed on your screen. To display the Missed Call entry from the notification screen: ᮣ Highlight 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. 2. Highlight the entry you wish to view - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 56
to end a 911 call. 2. Press until Emergency mode is exited. Enhanced 911 (E911) Information This phone features an embedded Global Positioning System (GPS) chip necessary for utilizing E911 emergency location services where available. When you place an emergency 911 call, the GPS feature of your - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 57
the Options menu: Warning! Due to higher volume levels, do not place the phone near your ear during monitor use. ⅷ Turn Speaker On/Off allows you to ⅷ Key Mute or Key Unmute allows you to mute the key tones on your phone so the other caller cannot hear you pressing any keys on your handset. ⅷ - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 58
option if you wish to add the new number to your Contacts. (See "Saving a Phone Number" below.) After receiving a call from or making a call to a phone number that is already in your Contacts, the entry name and phone number and the duration of the call are displayed. The Right Softkey ( ) displays - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 59
sorts the Contacts entries alphabetically. (For more information, see Section 2F: Using Contacts on page 93.) 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 first entry - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 60
in standby mode, enter three or more of the last digits of the phone number. (The more numbers you enter, the more specific the search becomes be displayed.) 3. To display the Contacts entry that contains the phone number you entered, highlight the entry and press . To dial the number, press . 36 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (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 2sec Pause automatically sends the next set of numbers - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 62
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 directly from a Contacts entry: 1. Select Menu > Contacts > Find. Shortcut: Press Contacts (right softkey - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 63
Using Speed Dialing You can store up to 98 numbers in your phone's speed dial memory to make contacting friends and family as easy as pressing a button or two. With this feature, off the home network, you must always dial using 11 digits (1 + area code + number). Section 2A: Phone Basics 39 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 64
, press the right softkey to change the character input mode. 2. Select one of the following options: Ⅲ VoiceMode to enter text by speaking into your phone. Speech is converted to text and displayed on screen (see page 124). Ⅲ T9(English) to enter text using a predictive text entering system that - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 65
Phone Basics VoiceMode VoiceMode dictation software allows you to convert your speech to text when , see page 124.) 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 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 66
the next space after two seconds or when you enter a character on a different key. Characters scroll in the following order: . ,@ 1 ? ! * # / T U V 8 A B C 2 W X Y Z 9 D E F 3 0 G H I 4 Space J K L 5 Shift M N O 6 P Q R S 7 42 Section 2A: Phone Basics - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (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 Recent Msg mode. (See "Selecting a Character Input Mode" on page 40.) 2. Scroll to the desired previous message and press . Section 2A: Phone Basics 43 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 68
44 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 69
Using the menu options available on your phone, you can customize your phone to sound, look, and operate just the way you want it to. This section describes how you can change your phone's settings to best suit your needs. Take a few moments to review these options and to adjust or add settings - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 70
types and familiar music. ⅷ Vibrating Ringer alerts you to calls or messages without disturbing others. ⅷ Downloaded Ringers can be downloaded right to your phone. Selecting Ringer Types for Voice Calls Your phone provides a variety of ringer options that allow you to customize your ring and volume - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 71
the roam ringer: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Sounds > Ringer Type > Roam Ringer. 2. Select Normal, or Distinctive and press . Selecting a Key Tone Your phone offers a number of options for selecting the audible tones accompanying a key press. (Longer tone lengths may be better for tone recognition - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 72
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 : 1. Select Menu > Settings > Sounds > Key Tone > Tone Length. 2. Select Short or Long and press . 48 Section 2B: Controlling Your Phone's Settings - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 73
volume in standby mode (or the earpiece volume during a call) by using the volume key on the left side of your phone. To adjust your phone's volume settings: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Sounds > Volume > Advanced. 2. Select Text Message, Picture Mail, Voice Mail, Alarms, or App. Volume. 3. Using the - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 74
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 disable alert sounds: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Sounds > Alerts. 2. Select Minute Beep, Service, Connect, or Sig. Fade Tone and press . Note: If Power On or - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 75
14 characters and is displayed on your phone's screen in standby mode. You may choose to keep the phone's default greeting ("Qwest"), or you may a time setting and press . Note: Long backlight settings affect the battery's talk and standby times. To change the brightness setting: 1. Select Menu - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 76
sub contrast setting: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Display > Backlight > Sub Contrast. 2. Select Lowest, Low, Med, High, or Highest and press . Changing the Display Screen Your phone offers options for what you see on the main LCD screen and on the sub LCD screen. To change the display images on the - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 77
or List White to view the main menu as a list with an animated icon, and press . Changing the Font Color You can customize your phone's display font by selecting a color scheme or style to reflect your personality. To change the display's font color: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Display > Dialing - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 78
the alternative dialing font: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Display > Dialing Font. 2. Select Feather and press . Changing the Foreground Choose whether you want your phone's clock or calendar to display on screen in analog mode, digital mode, or with time and date. To change the appearance on the - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 79
Your Phone's Settings Color Set Type You can choose between a black or white menu background. Depending on viewing conditions, it could be the color set type: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Display > Color Set Type. 2. Select White or Black and press . Section 2B: Controlling Your Phone's Settings 55 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 80
not hide your general location based on the cell site serving your call. No application or service may use your location without your request or 3. Select On or Off press . When the Location feature is on, your phone's standby screen will display the icon. When Location is turned off, the icon - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 81
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 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 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 82
your outgoing messages, select Off and press .) 3. Enter your signature and press . (See "Entering Text" on page 40.) 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?," "Let's get - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 83
a text message. Ⅲ Edit Signature - allows you to set up your signature which will append itself to the end of all text messages sent from your phone. To save new messages in outbox: 1. Select Menu > Messaging > Settings > Text Message > Save in Outbox. 2. Select Yes or No and press . To set the - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 84
or in any other area where making or receiving calls or data is prohibited. When your phone is in Airplane Mode, it cannot send or receive any calls or access online information. To set your phone to Airplane Mode: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Others > Airplane Mode. 2. Read the disclaimer and press - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 85
that it supports digital wireless transmission. Your phone and TTY device will connect via a special cable that plugs into your phone's headset jack connector cable. When establishing your wireless service, please call Qwest via the state Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) by first dialing . - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 86
industry and PSAP community are currently working to resolve this. Updating Phone Software The update phone software option allows you to download and update the software in your phone automatically. Only the internal software is updated; no contact entries or other information saved to your - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 87
up or down to highlight the desired function and press . Display Language You can choose to display your phone's onscreen menus in English or in Spanish. To assign a language for the phone's display: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Others > Language. 2. Select English or Español and press . Section 2B - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 88
Call Setup Options Call Setup options allow you to set up the following options: ⅷ Abbreviated Dialing allows you to program a five- or six-digit prefix for commonly used phone numbers. ⅷ Contacts Match allows you to turn on or off the contacts matching feature. ⅷ Restriction allows you to restrict - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 89
if you are not present. Abbreviated Dialing Abbreviated dialing allows you to program a five- or six-digit prefix for commonly used phone numbers. When abbreviated dialing is on, you can enter the last four or five digits of any phone number that matches the fiveor six-digit prefix, and the number - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 90
Contacts Match With the Contacts Match feature, your phone displays the contact's name and phone number if the incoming call or outgoing call is in your Contacts list. To access Contacts Select Allow all, Contacts Only, or Special# Only and press . 66 Section 2B: Controlling Your Phone's Settings - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 91
's Settings Customizing the User Interface Your phone allows you customize the user interface (UI) of the Standby Screen, Main Menu, and My Favorites settings with your choice of themes to reflect your personality. Changing Display Themes You can change your phone's display appearance by selecting - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 92
68 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 93
Voice Memos ࡗ Erasing Messages ࡗ Resetting Your Default Settings ࡗ Resetting Your Favorites ࡗ Resetting Your Phone ࡗ Security Features for Sprint PCS Vision By using the security settings on your phone, you receive peace of mind without sacrificing flexibility. This section will familiarize you with - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 94
number or try 0000. If neither of these work, call Qwest Wireless™ at 1-888-879-0611. Using Your Phone's Lock Feature Locking Your Phone When your phone is locked, you can only receive incoming calls or make calls to 911 or special numbers. (See "Using Special Numbers" on page 73.) To lock - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 95
see "Using Special Numbers" on page 73.) To place an outgoing call in lock mode: ᮣ To call an emergency number or a special number, enter the phone number and press . Locking Pic/Video When your pictures and videos are locked, it prevents anyone from accessing the Pic/Video menu without first having - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 96
new lock code and press . 5. Re-enter your new lock code and press . Lock Services This setting allows you to lock voice call functions and Sprint PCS Vision/ Sprint Power Vision services. When you enable Lock Services, you will be unable to make new calls (excluding emergency numbers) or to access - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 97
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 Contacts entries. (The same number may be in both directories - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 98
of your Contacts entries, 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 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 99
's Security menu to erase all pictures and videos stored in your phone. Note: This process will erase all pictures/videos stored in the phone. To erase all pictures and videos: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Security. 2. Enter your lock code. (The Security menu is displayed.) 3. Select Erase > Erase - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 100
like to erase all voice memos stored in your phone, select Yes and press . Erasing Messages You can use your phone's Security menu to erase all messages stored in your phone. Note: This process will erase all messages stored in the phone. To erase all messages: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Security - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 101
, select Yes and press . Resetting Your Favorites Resetting the favorites restores only the factory default favorite settings installed when the phone was shipped. To reset favorites: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Security. 2. Enter your lock code. (The Security menu is displayed.) 3. Select Reset - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 102
restores all the factory defaults, including the ringer types and display settings. To reset your phone: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Security. 2. Enter your 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 of the - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 103
and Disabling Sprint PCS Vision Services You can disable Sprint PCS Vision services, including Sprint Power Vision, without turning off your phone; however, you will not have access to all Sprint PCS Vision and Sprint Power Vision services, including Web and messaging. Disabling Sprint PCS Vision - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 104
80 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 105
In This Section ࡗ Understanding Roaming ࡗ Setting Your Phone's Roam Mode ࡗ Controlling Roaming Charges Using Call Guard Roaming is the ability to make or receive calls when you're off the home network. Your new digital dual-band M500 by Samsung works anywhere on the home network and allows you - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 106
Vision or Sprint Power Vision. Note: If you're on a call when you leave the home network, your call is dropped. If your call is dropped in an area where you think network service is available, turn your phone off and on again to reconnect to the home network. 82 Section 2D: Controlling - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 107
you will need to periodically check your voicemail for new messages if you are in a roaming service area for an extended time. To check your voicemail while roaming: 1. Dial 1 + area code + your phone number. 2. When you hear your voicemail greeting, press . 3. Enter your passcode at the prompt and - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 108
Set Mode. 2. To select an option, highlight it and press . Ⅲ Automatic seeks network service. When network service is unavailable, the phone searches for an alternate system. Ⅲ Roaming only forces the phone to seek a roaming system. The previous setting (Qwest or Automatic) is restored the next time - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 109
Roaming Using Call Guard Your phone has two ways of alerting you when you are roaming off the home network: the onscreen roaming icon and Call Guard. Call Guard makes it - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 110
Using Data Roam Guard Data Roam Guard asks you whether you want to roaming off the home network. Data Roam Guard makes it easy to manage your roaming charges by requiring an extra step before you access data during roaming. (This additional step is not required while on the home network.) To turn - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 111
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. Section 2E: Managing Call - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 112
History feature very helpful. It is a list of the last 20 phone numbers (or Contacts entries) for calls you placed, accepted, or bottom of the list. Each entry contains the phone number (if it is available) and Contacts entry name (if the phone number is in your Contacts). Duplicate calls (same - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 113
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-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 114
Making a Call From Call History To place a call from Call History: 1. Select Menu > Call History. 2. Select Outgoing Calls, Incoming Calls, Missed Calls, or Recent Calls and press . 3. Use your navigation key to select a Call History entry and press . Note: You cannot make calls from Call History to - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 115
save and exit. After you have saved the number, the Find screen is displayed. (See "Finding Contacts Entries" on page 95.) Note: You cannot save phone numbers already in your Contacts or from calls identified as No Caller ID, Unknown, or Restricted. Section 2E: Managing Call History 91 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 116
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 ( ) and select Prepend. 3. Enter the - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 117
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 phone's Contacts and helps you make the most of your contacts and time when you are trying to connect with the - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 118
to 500 entries and each entry's name can contain 20 characters. To add a new entry: 1. Select Menu > Contacts > Add New Entry. Shortcut: Enter the phone 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 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 119
more letters you enter, the more your search narrows.) 3. To display an entry, highlight it and press . 4. To dial the entry's default phone number, press . - or - 5. To display additional Contacts entries, press the navigation key left or right. Shortcut: From standby mode, press Contacts (right - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 120
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-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 121
] to 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 98.) ⅷ [E-mail] to add entry to a group. ⅷ [Ring] to assign a preprogrammed or downloaded ringer. Tip: You can view the next entry by pressing the navigation - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 122
, and press . 4. Select a label for the number and press . 5. 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 95) and press . 2. Press Options ( ) > Edit. 3. Highlight the number you wish to edit - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 123
and press . 5. 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-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 124
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 Options ( ) > 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 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 125
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-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (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 the desired ringer and press . 9. Select a time for the event by highlighting the Start time. 102 Section 2G: Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 127
the box to indicate that it has been selected. Select Done ( ). 12. 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 illuminating the backlight. Section 2G: Using the - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 128
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 the schedule, press . Viewing Events To view events to be erased.) 4. Select Yes to confirm or No to Cancel. 104 Section 2G: Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (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 > minutes, 10 minutes, 15 minutes, or 20 minutes. 8. Select Done ( ). Section 2G: Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools 105 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (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. Highlight a note and select Options ( ). 3. Select Erase and press . 4. Select Yes and press . . (See 106 Section 2G: Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 131
: Ⅲ Connect to PC Ⅲ File Manager Ⅲ Format Ⅲ Memory Info. Connect to PC This option allows you to transfer data between your phone and a PC via a USB data transfer cable. To connect the phone to a PC: 1. Plug one end of the USB cable into your Power/Accessory Interface Connector located on the bottom - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 132
Using the Calculator Your phone comes with a built-in calculator. To use the calculator: 1. Select Menu > Tools > Calculator. 2. Enter the first numbers number. Ⅲ Press to clear all numbers. 3. Enter the second number and press for Equals (=). 108 Section 2G: Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 133
Scheduler & Tools Using the Dictionary Your phone comes with a built-in English/Spanish dictionary. It will quick lookup later. If you are learning the words that are being searched, there is also a review test option that allows you to type in the words that have been searched with a score keeper - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 134
> Review Test. 2. Select English wordbook or Spanish wordbook and press . 3. Spell the word using the keypad. As a clue, the screen will display the opposite language version of the word. 4. Press when finished to see if the word was spelled correctly. 110 Section 2G: Using the Phone's Scheduler - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 135
highlighting the Due Date field. Ⅲ Using the keypad, enter the due date of the task. 7. Select Done ( ) to save and exit. Section 2G: Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools 111 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 136
right to scroll through different cities and time zones. 3. Press DST Setting ( ) to turn daylight saving time on or off. 112 Section 2G: Using the Phone's Scheduler and Tools - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 137
> ࡗ Using Check ࡗ Using VoiceMode ࡗ Managing Voice Memos Your phone's Voice Services let you place calls using your voice, store voice reminders, and record memos right on your phone. This section includes easy-to-follow instructions on using voice-activated dialing and managing voice memos - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 138
Using Voice-Activated Dialing Voice recognition software 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. You simply say the predesignated command displayed on your screen in a normal tone - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 139
label "Mobile." If the location recognized for the name does not have a number stored in Contacts, your phone will play the message "No number available, John Smith, Mobile," and then launch the Contacts application for that name. If a name has only a single number, or if you know the name but are - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 140
Calling Phone Numbers ( users users to dramatically improve the digit accuracy through adaptation. 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 phone unless they reset the phone - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 141
Voice Services Adaptation involves recording several digit sequences to teach the system your voice. The adaptation process takes about three minutes. Tips for asks, "Did the recording sound OK?" You will then be prompted to rerecord the sequence. Section 2H: Using Your Phone's Voice Services 117 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 142
Service. 2. Select Digit Dialing and press . 3. Select Adapt Digits and press the first digit sequence.) to begin. (The phone displays 4. Wait for the beep, and then repeat the digits using a normal tone of voice. (The phone digits to fix any problems, say "No." (The phone then prompts you to - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 143
Resetting Digit Dial Adaptation 1. Menu > Settings > Voice Service. 2. Select Digit Dialing and press . 3. Select Reset Digits and press . 4. Press for OK. Using Choice Lists If your phone is not confident it has recognized a name or number correctly, it might display a choice list and prompt - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 144
number by default. If you say "Send" without specifying a recipient, your phone prompts you with a list of possible matching items. Note: When you start an email message through voice activation, the email message opens in VoiceMode automatically. 120 Section 2H: Using Your Phone's Voice Services - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 145
a recipient, your phone prompts you with "Say the name." Say the name of a person in your Contacts list and, optionally, the type of number. Note: When you start a text message through voice activation, the message opens in VoiceMode automatically. Section 2H: Using Your Phone's Voice Services 121 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 146
the specified contact is displayed. If you say only "Lookup," your phone prompts you with "Say the name." Using Go To You can open an application or access a menu by saying "Go To" followed immediately by the "Next Menu" to view the next screen. 122 Section 2H: Using Your Phone's Voice Services - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 147
3-4. Low - Number of bars displayed is 0-2. No Signal - Handset is scanning for system. High - Number of bars displayed in the battery icon is 3. Medium - Number of bars displayed is 2. Low - Number of bars displayed is 1. Empty - Low battery alert. Section 2H: Using Your Phone's Voice Services 123 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 148
VoiceMode VoiceMode dictation software allows you to convert your speech to text when your phone. The initial process takes about three minutes to complete. To adapt VoiceMode: 1. Menu > Settings > Voice Service > VoiceMode. 2. Select Adapt VoiceMode and press . 3. Read the instruction screen and - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 149
Voice Memos You can use your phone's Voice Services to record brief memos to remind you of important events, phone numbers, or grocery list items. , select Resume ( ). 3. To finish recording, select Done ( ). Note: Your phone can store a total of 10 one-minute memos. Note: Your voice is not recorded - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 150
> Tools > Voice Memo. 2. Select Review and press . 3. Highlight the desired memo. 4. Select Options ( ) and press Erase. 5. Select Yes and press . To erase all voice memos: 1. Select Menu > Tools > Voice Memo > Erase All. 2. Select Yes and press . 126 Section 2H: Using Your Phone's Voice Services - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 151
Using the Built-in Camera In This Section ࡗ Taking Pictures ࡗ Storing Pictures ࡗ Recording Videos ࡗ Storing Videos ࡗ Sending Sprint PCS Picture Mail ࡗ Managing Sprint PCS Picture Mail Your phone's built-in camera gives you the ability to take full-color digital pictures, view your pictures using the - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 152
settings, you may be prompted to accept a Sprint PCS Vision connection. Ⅲ Assign to assign the picture as a Picture ID, Screen Saver, or Incoming Call. Ⅲ Erase to delete the picture you just took. Ⅲ Review Albums to go to the In Phone folder to review your saved pictures. 128 Section 2I: Using the - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 153
time you use any of the picture management options involving the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web site, you will need to establish a Sprint PCS Picture Mail password through your phone. This password will also allow you to sign in to the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web site at https://pictures.qwest.com to - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 154
, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, or Manual. ⅷ Settings.. to select Resolution, Quality, Shutter Sound, View Mode, Status Bar, or Save Picture To. (See "Selecting Camera Settings" on page 132 for details.) ⅷ Review Albums (to go to your phone's In Phone folder. See "In Phone Folder" on page 133 for - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 155
displayed in the upper right portion of the main LCD.) 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 are only three seconds left.) To cancel the self-timer after it has started: ᮣ Press . Using the Zoom - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 156
format. Ⅲ Status Bar to display the status bar when in camera mode. Ⅲ Save Picture To - to select between the optional SD memory card or in phone when saving an image. Viewing Your Camera's Status Area Display Menu Bar Images Saved/ Remaining Display Image Capture Camera Options 132 Section 2I - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 157
your needs: ⅷ In Phone ⅷ Memory Card ⅷ Online Albums In Phone Folder Once a picture is taken, it is automatically saved to the In Phone folder. From the In Phone folder, you can view all of the pictures you have taken, store selected images in your phone, send pictures to the Sprint PCS Picture Mail - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 158
outlet or by using a PictBridge or Bluetooth connection. ⅷ Assign to assign the current image as a Picture ID, Screen Saver, or Incoming Call. ⅷ Erase to erase the image or selected images. ⅷ Copy/Move to copy or move an image or video to an installed memory card. ⅷ Detail/Edit to attach a text - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 159
is automatically saved to the In Phone folder. Alternatively you can save pictures to your Memory Card folder. From the Memory Card folder, you can view all of the pictures you have taken, store selected images in your Memory Card folder, send pictures to the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web site (https - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 160
folder, press Options ( ) to display the following options: ⅷ Send to send an image to another user using picture mail. ⅷ Upload to upload pictures from the Memory Card folder to the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web site (https://pictures.qwest.com). Depending on your settings, you may be prompted to - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 161
picture is taken, it is automatically saved to the In Phone folder. Alternatively you can save pictures to your Online , send pictures to the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web site (https://pictures.qwest.com), delete images, and access additional picture options. To review your stored pictures in the - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 162
user using picture mail. ⅷ Print.. to print an image by at a retail outlet or by using a PictBridge or Bluetooth connection. Note: If this is the first time you have accessed the Sprint Album list to display the list of albums saved in your phone. ⅷ Media Filter to filter images only or videos only - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 163
Press Done ( ) to stop recording. (The video will automatically be saved in the In Phone folder.) 6. Press Next ( ) and select from one of the following options: Ⅲ Send to camcorder mode. Ⅲ Review Albums to review all pictures and videos saved in the In Phone folder. Section 2I: Using the Built-in - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 164
Auto, Sunny, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, or Manual. ⅷ Settings.. to select from the following options: Ⅲ Quality to select between Fine, Normal, or Economy. Ⅲ Save Video To to select between Phone and Memory Card as the location to save new videos. ⅷ Review Albums to display the videos saved - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 165
Quality to select the video quality setting (Fine, Normal, or Economy). Ⅲ Save Video To selects the default location (memory card or phone) of where new videos are saved. Storing Videos Your phone's video storage area is called My Albums. There are three storage locations that can be used separately - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 166
> In Phone. 2. Highlight a picture you wish to send and press . (The check box in the upper left corner of the picture will be marked. You can select multiple pictures.) 3. Select Options ( ) and press Send. 4. Select To Contacts or Via Bluetooth and press . Note: The first time you send Sprint PCS - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 167
, highlight the recipient, press the appropriate softkey, and follow the instructions in step 5 to select or edit the recipient. Ⅲ To change and pressing Review and select Re-Record under Options. Ⅲ To change the attached picture(s), select the thumbnail picture and press . Select In Phone and press - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 168
Sending Pictures From Messaging You can also send Sprint PCS Picture Mail from your phone's Messaging menu. To send pictures from 4. Use the navigation key to select one of the following and press . Ⅲ In Phone Ⅲ Memory Card Ⅲ Online Albums Ⅲ Take New Picture Ⅲ Take New Video Ⅲ Text Only 5. Display - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 169
Site Once you have uploaded pictures from your phone to your online Sprint PCS Picture Mail account at https://pictures.qwest.com (see "In Phone Folder Options" on page 134), you can use your personal computer to manage your pictures. From the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web site (https://pictures.qwest - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 170
134 for information about uploading.) To view your online pictures from your phone: 1. Select Menu > Pictures > My Albums > Online Albums. (Depending on your settings you may be prompted to accept a Sprint PCS Vision connection.) (The Uploads folder and your albums appear.) 2. Highlight Uploads - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 171
://pictures.qwest.com, 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 the online pictures display, select the picture you wish to download and press Options ( ). (See "Managing Online Pictures and - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 172
your online Picture Mail (See "Managing Online Pictures and Videos From Your Phone" on page 146.) 2. Select Options ( ) to display options. Inbox) to the target album. Ⅲ Save to Phone to copy the selected picture to the Saved to Phone folder. (See "In Phone Folder" on page 133.) Ⅲ Erase to select - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 173
Camera To access your online albums options from your phone: 1. Display the album list in the Online Sprint PCS Picture Mail menu. (See "Managing Online Pictures and Videos From Your Phone" on page 146.) 2. Use your navigation key to select an album (or Inbox). 3. Select Options ( ) to display - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 174
PictBridge to print pictures from your phone: 1. Insert one end of the accessory cable into the USB slot on the printer. (The printer must support PictBridge technology.) 2. Select Menu > Pictures > PictBridge Print. 3. Insert the USB cable into your phone. 4. Read the Connect Printer message and - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 175
Camera 8. Press the navigation key down to select Size. Press the navigation key left or right to select one of the following sizes: Ⅲ 4x6 Ⅲ Default Note: These sizes may vary and are dependent on the printer's capabilities. 9. Press the navigation key down to select Date. Press the navigation key - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 176
Info menu: 1. Select Menu > Pictures > Settings and Info. 2. Select one of the following options and press . Ⅲ Auto Save To allows you to choose between Phone and Memory Card as the default location to save videos. Ⅲ Status Bar allows you to view the status bar menu icons onscreen when in picture or - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 177
information while also enjoying the latest blockbuster movie trailers or music videos - anywhere, anytime on the home network. Just access your media player from your phone's main menu, scroll to your choice of channel, and select one of the video or audio clips to play. It's like having a TV in the - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 178
you want to spend the money to go see the full motion picture. ⅷ Multimedia Service: This comprehensive basic service gives you access to a variety of content from familiar brands. Think of it as "basic cable" for your phone. It allows you unlimited access to this content as long as you continue to - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 179
you have purchased access. If you have purchased Sprint TV, either through a Sprint TV Vision Plan subscription or by purchasing it separately, it will be displayed here. Ⅲ Memory Card: Media files are downloaded and saved to an installed memory card. Ⅲ Play List: These are channels that have not - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 180
no monthly fee), you will see a list of available clips. Ⅲ Memory Card: Media content that was downloaded to a memory card. Ⅲ Play List: If you have selected a channel you have not the fee, the next time you access your phone's media player, this channel will appear in the My Channels section of your - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 181
a multimedia clip wherever I am, as long as I have my phone? As long as you are on the home network, you will have access to the audio service is unavailable. 4. Are the videos that I'm viewing "live" videos? It depends on the content provider. Some of the channels available through Sprint - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 182
My Channels section of your Channel Listings. 7. If I don't subscribe to Sprint PCS Vision Plan, will I still be able to view the multimedia clips? cancel service if I decide I don't want it? To cancel your Multimedia Service, contact Qwest. 158 Section 2J: Using Your Phone's Built-in Media Player - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 183
the clip? Yes. When you insert your stereo headset into the phone's headset jack, the phone automatically goes into "headset mode," allowing you to close the phone and continue playing the clip. (Likewise, if your phone is in "headset mode," a phone call will not become disconnected by closing the - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 184
160 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 185
Wireless Technology In This Section ࡗ Turning Bluetooth On and Off ࡗ Using the Bluetooth Settings Menu ࡗ Bluetooth Profiles ࡗ Pairing Bluetooth Devices ࡗ Exchange FTP folder Your phone features built-in Bluetooth wireless technology, allowing you to share information more easily than ever before - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 186
on makes your device "discoverable" by other in-range Bluetooth devices. To turn Bluetooth on: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Bluetooth> Enable. 2. Highlight On and press to enable Bluetooth. To turn Bluetooth off: 1. Select Menu > Settings > Bluetooth> Enable. 2. Highlight Off and press to disable - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 187
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-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 188
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. 164 Section 2K: Using - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 189
settings you configure are stored in your phone's Bluetooth user profile. Different profiles can be used for specific Bluetooth functions. ⅷ HSP: Headset Profile - Bluetooth technology connects the phone to a wireless Bluetooth-enabled headset. When an incoming call is received, the ringer can - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 190
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-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 191
up to 16 digits) and press . 6. Accept the connection on the other Bluetooth enabled device and enter the PIN. 7. Press for Done on your existing device to the "Trusted Devices" screen, press for Options. 9. Select Send Name Card and press . 10. Press the navigation key down to highlight the first - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 192
between your handset and PC via Bluetooth using the FTP transfer protocol. Note: The PC must support Bluetooth Wireless Technology to transfer files. To transfer files: 1. Make sure that the PC is set up to send and receive files via a Bluetooth connection with a shared directory. 2. Select Menu - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 193
Section 3 Qwest® Service Features - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 194
170 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 195
Waiting 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 wireless service. This section outlines your basic Qwest Service features. Section 3A: Qwest® Service Features: The Basics 171 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 196
or turned off. Therefore, you will want to set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. To set up your voicemail: 1. Press and hold . 2. Follow the system prompts to: Ⅲ you enable your voicemail passcode. 172 Section 3A: Qwest® Service Features: The Basics - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 197
roaming rates when accessing voicemail while roaming off the home 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 network service Area. Section 3A: Qwest® Service Features: The Basics 173 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 198
Your Voicemail Messages You can review your messages directly from your phone or from any other touch-tone phone. To dial from your phone, you can either speed dial your voicemail or use the menu keys. Using One-Touch Message Access ᮣ Press and hold . (Your phone will dial your voicemail box - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 199
Qwest Service Voicemail Button Guide Here's a quick guide to your keypad functions while listening to voicemail messages. For further details and menu options, see "Voicemail Menu Key" on page 179. Date/Time Send - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 200
disconnecting from voicemail. ᮣ Press after listening to a message. (Once the call is complete, you're returned to the voicemail main menu.) 176 Section 3A: Qwest® Service Features: The Basics - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 201
Qwest Service Voicemail-to-Voicemail Message Record and send a voice message to other voicemail users. 1. From the main voicemail menu, press to send a message. 2. Follow the voice prompts to enter the phone number. 3. Follow the voice prompts to record and send your voice message. Voicemail-to- - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 202
satisfied with the message you recorded, press to continue recording. Extended Absence Greeting When your phone is turned off or you are off the home network for an extended period, this greeting greetings. to record an Extended Absence Greeting. 178 Section 3A: Qwest® Service Features: The Basics - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 203
Qwest Service Clearing the Message Icon Your phone may temporarily continue to display the message icon your keypad to navigate through the voicemail menu. The following list outlines your phone's voicemail menu structure. Listen Envelope Information Reply Advance 8 Seconds Replay Rewind Forward - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 204
Notification Numeric Paging to a Phone Return to Personal Options Menu Administrative Options Skip Passcode Autoplay Message Date & Time On/Off Change Passcode Greeting Return to Personal Options Menu Expert Mode (On/Off) Place a Call Disconnect 180 Section 3A: Qwest® Service Features: The Basics - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 205
Qwest Service Using SMS Text Messaging With SMS Text Messaging, you can use other people's wireless phone numbers to send instant text messages from your phone to their messaging-ready phones - and they can send messages to you. When you receive a new message, it will automatically be displayed on - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 206
5. Select Next ( ). 6. Review your message and press Send ( ). You Text message: ᮣ When you receive a text message, it will automatically appear on your phone's main display screen. Use your navigation key to scroll down and view the entire ( ). 182 Section 3A: Qwest® Service Features: The Basics - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 207
Qwest Service 4. Review your message and press Send ( ). You may also select the following additional messaging options by pressing Options ( ): Ⅲ two minutes.) 7. To finish recording, press Done ( ). 8. Press Send ( ) to send the voice message. Section 3A: Qwest® Service Features: The Basics 183 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 208
do not want your number displayed when you make a 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 once you end the call. 184 Section 3A: Qwest® Service Features: The Basics - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 209
Qwest Service Making a Three-Way Call With Three-Way Calling, you can talk to two people at the same time. When using this callers are disconnected. Note: Call Waiting and Three-Way Calling are not available while roaming off the home network. Section 3A: Qwest® Service Features: The Basics 185 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 210
Call Forwarding is activated. To activate Call Forwarding: 1. Press . 2. Enter the area code and phone number to which your future calls should be forwarded. 3. Press . (You will see a are charged a higher rate for calls you have forwarded. 186 Section 3A: Qwest® Service Features: The Basics - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 211
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-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 212
a brief list of the applications available through your phone. Sprint PCS Picture Mail: Instantly shoot, share, and print sharp, high-resolution, digital pictures, and take and send short video clips with your phone. Messaging: Send and receive emails and chat on your phone. Music: Stream music to - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 213
address for email, 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 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 214
PCS Vision connection: ᮣ Select Menu > Web. (Your Sprint PCS Vision connection will open and the Sprint PCS Vision home page will be displayed.) The Sprint PCS Vision Home Page Shortcut: You can also press the navigation key right to launch the Web. Note: If Net Guard is enabled and displayed - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 215
PCS Vision If you had a previous Sprint PCS Vision connection, the last page you visited may be displayed when you launch your , the Net Guard appears only once per session. The Net Guard does not appear if the phone is merely reconnecting because of a time-out. Section 3B: Sprint PCS Vision 191 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 216
can be made and received. Your phone is not currently able to access Sprint PCS Vision service features. Your phone is connected to a high-speed Sprint Power Vision connection. A high-speed Sprint Power Vision connection is available. The high-speed Sprint Power Vision connection is dormant. Your - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 217
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-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 218
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, 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 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 219
. (Voicemail provides voicemail-to-mailbox messaging. For information on using your phone's voicemail feature, see "Using Voicemail" on page 172.) Accessing Email Providers With Sprint PCS Vision, you can use popular email services such as AOL® Mail, Yahoo!® Mail, MSN® Hotmail, and EarthLink® to - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 220
your phone: 1. From the Sprint PCS Vision user name and/or password, and select Sign In. (Your IM screen for the selected provider will be displayed.) Note: The information required for sign-in will vary depending on the instant messaging provider you are using. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 221
Games, Ringers, Screen Savers, and other applications. (Additional charges may apply.) The basic steps required to access and download Premium Service content are outlined below. Accessing the Download Menus To access the Sprint PCS Vision download menus: 1. Select Menu > My Content. 2. Select - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 222
an option to continue: Ⅲ Select Use (left softkey) to assign the downloaded item (or to start, in the case of a game or application). Your Sprint PCS Vision session will end and you will be redirected to the appropriate phone menu screen. Ⅲ Select Shop (right softkey) to browse for other items - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 223
convenient for you. Using the Browser Menu Navigating the Web from your phone using the Sprint PCS Vision home page is easy once you get the hang of Web" on page 193. Although the Sprint PCS Vision home page offers a broad and convenient array of sites and services for you to browse, not all sites - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 224
browser menu may be opened anytime you have an active Sprint PCS Vision session, from any page you are viewing. To 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 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 225
Sprint PCS Vision Creating a Bookmark Bookmarks allow you to store the address of your favorite Web sites for easy access at a later time. To ( ). 4. Select Delete and press . 5. Select OK ( ) to confirm and remove the bookmark. 6. Press to exit pop-up screen. Section 3B: Sprint PCS Vision 201 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 226
to go to and press . Note: Not all Web sites are viewable on your phone. Reloading a Web Page To reload (refresh) a Web page: 1. Press the right 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 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 227
PCS Vision FAQs How will I know when my phone is ready for Sprint PCS Vision service? Your user name (for example, [phonenumber]@qwest.sprint.com) 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 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 228
; however, you will not be able to browse the Web or use other Sprint PCS Vision services. While signed out, you can still place or receive phone calls, check voicemail, and use other voice services. You may sign in again at any time. To sign out, go to Settings > Power Vision > Disable Vision in - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 229
-like download speeds. In addition, you can experience all the latest messaging, imaging and browsing enhancements currently available to Sprint PCS users. Features such as the Sprint Music Store, On Demand personalized data services, and the option to use your phone as a modem make Sprint Power - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 230
Vision available. As long as your phone's Sprint PCS Vision setting is enabled (see "Enabling and Disabling Sprint PCS Vision Services" on page 79), your phone is ready to access Sprint Power Vision services where available. When your phone has a Sprint Power Vision connection, the status indicator - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 231
Power Vision Exploring the Sprint Music StoreSM Your Sprint Power Vision service allows you to access the Sprint Music Store, an online music distribution site that lets you purchase and download digital music files to play on your Sprint Power Vision phone. Accessing the Sprint Music Store You can - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 232
download to your phone's mass storage. To find and download music files from the Sprint Music Store: 1. From the Sprint Music download it to your phone's mass storage. ࡗ When you select Buy Song, the file will automatically download to your phone's mass storage. (If there is not enough free memory - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 233
Sprint Power Vision phone and on your account, and once they have been downloaded, they cannot be downloaded again without being repurchased. Qwest recommends you back up your AAC+ music files to your PC so you may access the files in case your memory is damaged. Note: Although you can store AAC+ - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 234
Personalizing Your Service With On Demand The On Demand feature from Sprint Power Vision makes it easier faster access to the information you really want. Initializing Your On Demand Service To initialize your phone's On Demand service: 1. Select Menu > On Demand. 2. Enter your preferred ZIP code - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 235
Sprint scroll through the article. If applicable, the left and right softkeys in the On Demand service. Ⅲ Right Softkey - reviews, etc. Ⅲ to view the movie's showtimes at a number of selected movie theaters in your area. Follow the onscreen instructions and TV Guide, bring the information - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 236
212 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 237
Section 4 Safety and Warranty Information - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 238
214 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 239
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-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 240
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 Note: For the best care of your phone, only authorized personnel should service your phone and accessories. Failure to do so may be dangerous and - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 241
off. Construction crews often use remote-control RF devices to set off explosives. Turn your phone off when you're in any area that has a potentially explosive atmosphere. Although it's rare, your phone and accessories could generate sparks. Sparks can cause an explosion or fire, resulting in bodily - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 242
: Never transport or store flammable gas or liquids or explosives in the compartment of your vehicle that contains your phone or accessories. Restricting Children's Access to Your Phone Your phone is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with it as they could hurt themselves and others, damage - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 243
has developed ratings 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 have a label located on the box. Your M500 by Samsung® has an M4 rating and T3 rating - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 244
To ensure that the Hearing Aid Compatibility rating for your phone is maintained, secondary transmitters such as Bluetooth and WLAN components must be disabled during a call. See "Turning Bluetooth On and Off" on page 162 for instructions to disable these components. 220 Section 4A: Important Safety - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 245
Qwest is not aware of similar problems with Qwest phones resulting from the proper use of batteries and accessories approved by Qwest or the manufacturer of your phone. Use only Qwest- or manufacturer-approved batteries and accessories found through your phone's manufacturer, or online at www.qwest - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 246
, contact your nearest authorized service center. Special Note: Be sure to dispose of your battery properly. In some areas, the disposal of batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited. Radiofrequency (RF) Energy Understanding How Your Phone Operates Your phone is basically a radio - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 247
user of a wireless handset. The SAR value of a phone is the result of an extensive testing, measuring, and calculation process. It does not represent how much RF the phone emits. All phone models use by the public. The highest reported SAR values of the M500 are: CDMA mode (Part 22): Head: 1.41 W/kg; - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 248
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: M500 by Samsung® Serial No.: Phone Guide Proprietary Notice CDMA Technology is licensed by - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 249
Section 4B Manufacturer's Warranty In This Section ࡗ Manufacturer's Warranty Your phone has been designed to provide you with reliable, worryfree service. If for any reason you have a problem with your equipment, please refer to the manufacturer's warranty in this section. Section 4B: Manufacturer's - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 250
") 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-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 251
SAMSUNG's Obligations? During the applicable warranty period, 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 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 252
THAT THE PURCHASER MAY USE THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE PRODUCT. SAMSUNG MAKES NO WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS AND THERE SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT LIE SOLELY WITH THE PURCHASER AND THE DIRECT VENDOR, OWNER OR SUPPLIER OF SUCH THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT, AS THE CASE - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 253
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-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 254
230 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 255
a Entry 100 Editing a Phone Number 98 Entry Options 97 Erasing 74 Finding Entries 95 Contacts Match 66 Countdown 112 D Data Roam Guard 86 Dialing Options 29 Dictionary 109 Review Test 110 Wordbook 110 Directory Assistance 7 Display Language 63 Display Screen 15, 52 Downloads Sprint PCS Vision 197 - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 256
Store Accessing 207 Backing up your downloads 208 Exploring 207 Playing Music 209 Purchasing and Downloading 208 My Content Erasing 74 N Net Guard 191 O On Demand Accessing 210 Service 210 P Phone (Illus.) 12 Phone Number Displaying 26 Finding 36 With Pauses 37 Phone Settings 45-67 Auto Answer Mode - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 257
PCS Power Vision Security Features 79 Sprint PCS Service Account Passwords 6 Setting Up 3 Sprint PCS Vision 187-204 Applications 188 Downloading Content 197 FAQs 203 Home Page 190 Launching 190 Messaging 195 Navigating the Web 193 Net Guard 191 User Name 189 Storing Pictures 133 T T9 Text Input - Samsung SPH-M500 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 258
Options 175 Retrieving 174 Setting Up 5, 172 Volume 49 W Web 199-202 World Time 112 234 Index
Qwest
®
Service
M500 by Samsung
®
www.qwest.com
© 2006 Qwest Communications International, Inc. All rights reserved. No
reproduction in whole or in part without prior written approval. Qwest is a
trademark of Qwest Communications International, Inc. SPRINT is a trademark
of Sprint Nextel. All other trademarks are the property of their exclusive owners.
Printed in Korea.