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User Guide www.sprint.com © 2009 Sprint. Sprint and the logo are trademarks of Sprint. Other marks are the property of their respective owners. 4/7/09 - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 2
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Phone 2 Activating Your Phone 3 Setting Up Your Voicemail 4 Sprint Account Passwords 4 Getting Help 5 Section 2: Your Phone 7 2A. Phone Basics 8 Your Phone 8 Viewing the Display Screen 12 Features of Your Phone 15 Turning Your Phone On and Off 16 Using Your Phone's Battery and Charger - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 4
Entry 88 Dialing Sprint Services 89 Wireless Backup 89 2H. Calendar and Tools 91 Using Your Phone's Calendar 91 Task List 94 Countdown 95 Using Your Phone's Alarm Clock 95 Using Your Phone's Memo Pad 96 Using the Calculator 97 Using the World Time 98 Updating Phone Software 98 Updating - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 5
2J. microSD Card 108 Using Your Phone's microSD Card and Adapter 108 microSD Settings 111 microSD Folders 111 Connecting Your Phone to Your Computer . . 112 2K. Camera 116 Taking Pictures 116 Recording Videos 122 Storing Pictures 124 Sending Sprint Picture Mail 127 Managing Sprint Picture - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 6
TV 174 Music - Sprint Music Store 177 Streaming Music 182 3D. GPS Navigation 184 Sprint Navigation 184 Using Sprint Navigation 185 Getting Phone 197 Using Your Phone With a Hearing Aid Device 198 Caring for the Battery 200 Radio Frequency (RF) Energy 201 Owner's Record 203 User Guide - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 7
to that page. Follow the instructions in that section, and you'll be ready to use your phone in no time. User Guide Note Because of updates in phone software, this printed guide may not be the most current version for your phone. Visit www.sprint.com and log on to My Sprint Wireless to access the - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 8
) 1: Main Menu 2: Personalize Carousel 3: Personalize Home Screen 4: Tutorial 5: About Sprint One Click Web ii Maps 1: Sprint Navigation 2: Sprint Family Locator Entertainment 1: Music 2: TV 3: Games 1: Get New Games 2: My Stuff Manager Games 3: Midnight Bowling 2 DEMO 4: PAC-MAN Plus - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 9
Savers 2: My Stuff Manager Ringers 1: Get New Screen Savers 2: My Stuff Manager Screen Savers 5: Applications 1: Get New Applications 2: My Stuff Shutter Sound 5: Storage 2: Quality 4: Status Bar 6: Launch 1: Review Pictures 2: Camcorder 2: Camcorder (Video Mail/Long Video) Press the right - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 10
5: Launch 1: Review Pictures 2: Camera 3: Picture Mail 1: Inbox 3: Saved Mail 4: My Albums 2: Sent Mail 4: Pending 1: In Phone 3: Online Albums 5: PictBridge 2: Memory Card 6: Order Prints 7: Settings and Info 1: Auto Save to 1: Phone 2: Memory Card 2: Status Bar (On/Off) 3: Account Info - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 11
Screen 1: Screen Saver 2: Brightness 2: Incoming/Outgoing Calls 3: Backlight 1: Slide open 3: 15 seconds 2: 30 seconds 4: 8 seconds 4: Dialing Font Size 8 seconds 2: Español 2: Earpiece 4: Speakerphone 2: Messages 4: Roam Ringer 2: Service 4: Signal Fade/Call Drop 6: Power Off 2: Tone Volume v - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 12
3: My Device Name 4: My Device Info 5: Exchange Folders 1: In Phone 2: Memory card 6: Voice Routing Incoming 1: Hands-Free 2: Phone 3: Device Answered 7: Voice Routing Outgoing 1: Hands-Free 2: Phone 3: Device Initiated 4: Messages 1: Notification 1: Message & Icon 2: Icon only vi - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 13
5th letters 8: Auto Word Insertion 1: On 2: Off 9: Help 6: Phone Info 1: Phone Number 2: Icon Glossary 3: Version 4: Advanced 7: More... 1: Auto Keyguard 1: On 2: Off 2: Accessibility 1: TTY Options 2: Voice Service 3: Airplane Mode 1: On 3: On PowerUp 2: Off 4: Browser 1: Clear - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 14
/Pictures 4: Lock my Phone 11: Roaming 1: Set Mode 3: Data Roaming 2: Call Guard 12: Security 1: Change Lock Code 2: Special # 3: Erase/Reset 13: Wireless Backup viii Tools 1: Alarm 1: Alarm #1 3: Alarm #3 2: Bluetooth 2: Alarm #2 1: Pair with Hands Free 2: Send a Contact 3: Print - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 15
*: Voice Service 2: Review 1: Call 2: Send Text 3: Send Picture 4: Send Voice SMS 5: Lookup 6: More Options Get Stuff In Use Menu Press Options (right softkey) to display the following options: 1: Save 3: Contacts 5: Phone Info 7: Messaging - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 16
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Section 1 Getting Started - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 18
and easy. This section walks you through the necessary steps to unlock your phone, set up your voicemail, establish passwords, and contact Sprint for assistance with your Sprint service. 1. Install the battery. (See "Installing the Battery" on page 18.) Ⅲ Press the cover release latch and remove - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 19
.com/activate and complete the onscreen instructions to activate your phone. When you have finished, make a phone call to confirm your activation. If your phone is still not activated, or you do not have access to the Internet, contact Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727 for assistance. Tip - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 20
voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. 1. While in the Sprint One Click main screen (standby mode), press and hold . . As a Sprint customer, you enjoy unlimited access to your personal account information, your voicemail account, and your data services account. To - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 21
your bill. ⅷ Enroll in Sprint online billing and automatic payment. ⅷ Purchase accessories. ⅷ Shop for the latest Sprint phones. ⅷ View available Sprint service plans and options. ⅷ Learn more about data services and other products like Sprint Picture Mail, games, ringers, screen savers, and more - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 22
usage and ⅷ Press to make a payment. ⅷ Press to access a summary of your Sprint service plan or get answers to other questions. From Any Other Phone ⅷ Sprint Customer Service: 1-888-211-4727. ⅷ Business Customer Service: 1-800-927-2199. Sprint 411 Sprint 411 gives you access to a variety of - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 23
Section 2 Your Phone - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 24
2A Your Phone Phone Basics ࡗ Your Phone (page 8) ࡗ Viewing the Display Screen (page 12) ࡗ Features of Your Phone (page 15) ࡗ Turning Your Phone On and Off (page 16) ࡗ Using Your Phone's Battery and Charger (page 17) ࡗ Navigating Through the Menus (page 21) ࡗ Displaying Your Phone Number (page - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 25
the date and time, and the signal and battery strength. 4. Navigation Key scrolls through the phone's menu options. 5. Softkey (left) lets you select softkey actions or menu items corresponding to the bottom left line on the display screen while the phone is in portrait mode. 6. Speaker Key lets you - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 26
right line on the display screen while the phone is in landscape mode. 19. microSD Card (internal) lets you use the included microSD card to expand the memory of your phone. To gain access to this slot, you must first remove the battery cover. (See "Installing the Battery" on page 18.) 20. Cover - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 27
25. Softkey (left) Landscape Mode lets you select softkey actions or menu items corresponding to the bottom left line on the display screen while the phone is in landscape mode. 26. QWERTY keyboard provides an alphanumeric character keyboard layout. 27. Fn Key (Function) key, toggles to access the - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 28
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 data services status. (The icon is animated while service is active.) indicates your data connection is - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 29
. tells you a call is in progress. means your phone cannot find a signal. shows your current signal strength. (The more lines you have, the stronger your signal.) indicates battery charge level (icon shown is full). indicates battery charge level (icon shown is completely discharged). indicates the - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 30
or movies indoors under fluorescent lighting conditions. indicates that the white balance has been set to Manual. This is used for taking pictures indoors or outdoors using your own custom settings. indicates that that Bluetooth technology is active and enabled. 14 Section 2A. Phone Basics - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 31
. Features of Your Phone The Samsung Rant™ is lightweight, easy to use, reliable, and it offers many features and service options. This list previews some of those features and provides page numbers where you can find out more: ⅷ The easy-to-use Sprint One Click main screen brings all your favorite - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 32
to standby mode. In Power Save mode, your phone searches for a signal periodically without your intervention. You can also initiate a search for Sprint service by pressing any key (when your phone is turned on). Tip The Power Save feature conserves your battery power when you are in an area where - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 33
Using Your Phone's Battery and Charger WARNING Use only Sprint-approved or Samsungapproved batteries and chargers with your phone. The failure to use a Sprint-approved or Samsung-approved battery and charger may increase the risk that your phone will overheat, catch fire, or explode, resulting in - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 34
compartment so that the tabs on the end align with the slots at the bottom of the phone, making sure to line up the gold contacts (3). 18 Section 2A. Phone Basics 4. Gently press down on the battery until it snaps into place (4). 5. Replace the cover by lining up the tabs and then firmly - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 35
located in the upper-right corner of your phone's display screen. If the battery charge is getting too low, the battery icon ( ) blinks and the phone sounds a warning tone. Always use a Sprint-approved or Samsung-approved desktop charger, travel charger, or vehicle power adapter to charge your - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 36
charged. With the Sprint-approved Li-Ion battery, you can recharge the battery before it becomes completely run down. ⅷ The battery charge state (charged/charging) is indicated on the phone's display screen. Four bars on the battery icon ( ) indicate a fully charged battery. Note It takes about - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 37
right of the menu keeps track of your position in the menu at all times. Note Your phone's Sprint One Click main screen gives you instant access to your favorite features. See "Navigating the Main Screen" on page 44 for complete details. To navigate through a menu, press the navigation key up or - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 38
calls. Tip To redial your last outgoing call, press twice. When making calls off the Sprint National Network, always dial using 11 digits (1 + area code + phone number). You can also place calls from your phone by speed dialing numbers from your Contacts (page 32), using Voice Dial (page 99), and - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 39
you will see a variety of dialing options displayed as softkeys on the phone's screen. To send a message to the number, press Send Msg (left Sprint National Network; when roaming you must dial using eleven digits [1 + the area code + the seven-digit phone number].) Phone Basics Section 2A. Phone - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 40
any number key. See "Call Answer Mode" on page 65 for more information.) Your phone notifies you of incoming calls in the following ways: ⅷ The phone rings or vibrates. ⅷ The backlight illuminates. ⅷ The screen displays an incoming call message. If the incoming call is from a number stored in your - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 41
manage your roaming charges when making or receiving calls while outside the Sprint National Network. Please see "Roaming" on page 74 for more screen. To display the Missed Call entry from the notification screen: ᮣ Select the entry from the Missed Alerts screen and press . (To dial the phone - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 42
mode. To exit Emergency mode: 1. Press to end a 911 call. 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-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 43
Phone Phone Info displays the following menu options: Ⅲ Phone Number - your phone number Ⅲ Icon Glossary - a list of currently available icons Ⅲ Version - phone software This mode is useful in meetings or public places. Return the phone back to normal operation by selecting Whisper Off. Press Mute ( - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 44
and holding the Speaker Key ( ) until "Entering speaker mode" appears in the display. WARNING Because of higher volume levels, do not place the phone near your ear during speakerphone use. 2. To disable Speaker Mode, press and hold until "Exit speaker mode" appears in the display. End-of-Call - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 45
, the more specific the search becomes.) Ⅲ Matching Contacts entries are displayed within an onscreen list. 2. To display the Contacts entry that contains the phone number you entered, select the entry and press . - or - To dial the number, highlight the entry from the list and press . Section 2A - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 46
save phone numbers with pauses for use with automated systems, such as voicemail or credit card billing numbers. Tip Creating a saved series of numbers with pauses is very useful when entering data into an automated system. For example, if accessing your bank information requires dialing a toll-free - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 47
calls placed from the United States). To make a call using Plus Code Dialing: 1. Press and hold phone display. until a "+" appears 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 - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 48
Enter the last four digits of the number. 2. Select the Abbrev. Dial entry from the screen and press . Dialing From the Contacts List 1. Select and press > Contacts. - or off the Sprint National Network, you must always dial using eleven digits (1 + area code + number). 32 Section 2A. Phone Basics - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 49
entry or when using Sprint Mail and Text Messaging). In this section we'll cover the steps necessary to enter text while the phone is in portrait mode > Abc > ABC). Selecting a Text Message Option 1. From a messaging screen where you can enter text, press Options (right softkey). 2. Select one of - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 50
analyze the letters you enter and create a suitable word. (The word may change as you type.) 1. From a screen where you can enter text, press Options (right softkey) > Text Mode to change the text input mode. 2. Select . Ⅲ To accept a word and insert a space, press . 34 Section 2A. Phone Basics - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 51
, the cursor automatically advances to the next space after two seconds or when you enter a character on a different key. Characters scroll in the following order: Phone Basics Section 2A. Phone Basics 35 - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 52
display. To enter "emoticons" (smileys): ᮣ Select the Emoticons mode and press the appropriate key. (See "Selecting a Text Input Mode" on page 33.) 36 Section 2A. Phone Basics - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 53
Phone Basics To enter preset messages: 1. From a screen where you can enter text, press Options (right softkey) > Add Preset most commonly entered words for you. To specify text options: 1. When you display a screen where you can enter text, press Options (right softkey) > Text Mode > Text Options - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 54
right softkey) to go back to the previous screen. Note You can also access Text Entry options dual language mode: 1. When you display a screen where you can enter text, press Options To disable dual language mode: 1. When you display a screen where you can enter text, press the Options (right softkey - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 55
in Landscape Mode Accessing the QWERTY Keyboard The Samsung Rant™ has a built-in, keyboard-style keypad, referred to as a QWERTY keyboard. The keyboard is located beneath the display screen and is accessed by sliding it open. This orients the phone's display to landscape (widescreen) mode. Using the - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 56
are deactivated and their functionality is transferred to the two keys located below the landscape screen (shown adjacent). The Up/Down/Left/Right options of the navigation key are also adjusted when the phone changes from portrait to landscape modes. Up Up Left Right Left Right Down Down - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 57
the previous character, similar to the backspace key on a computer keyboard. ᮣ From a text entry screen, use the keyboard to enter different character types. Select one of the following character types: Ⅲ character. Ⅲ Press and hold to erase an entire word. Bi l l Section 2A. Phone Basics 41 - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 58
the keyboard by using the key to access the Symbols page and then pressing the number key corresponding to an associated symbol. 42 Section 2A. Phone Basics - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 59
and press the number key corresponding to the desired symbol to highlight a symbol and then insert it. Ted's To enter preset messages: ᮣ From a screen where you can enter text, press Options (right softkey) > Add Preset Message. (See "Selecting a Text Message Option" on page 33.) Section 2A - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 60
you instant access to all your favorite features. This section explains what Sprint One Click does, how to navigate within the main screen, and how to personalize your main screen so you get the most out of your phone. Sprint One Click brings all your favorite features to your fingertips. Instead - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 61
Carousel Menu/OK Key Right Softkey The illustration above shows the basic layout of your phone's main screen, also known as the standby screen. The call outs highlight what you'll need to know to get started with Sprint One Click. ⅷ Carousel - The carousel is the bottom row of tiles, or icons, on - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 62
. Ⅲ End/Power key ( ): Press from any menu or tile to return to the Home ( ) screen. Take the Tutorial Your phone has a built-in menu of tutorials to teach you all you need to know about Sprint One Click. 1. Select Tutorial. - or - Select and press Options (left softkey) > (Personalize My - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 63
preview, press PREVIEW [right softkey].) Sprint One Click Tiles Home - View Home screen and bubbles. Press to access the phone's full menu. Sprint One Click Tiles Messaging - Access Voicemail, Send Message, Text Message, Picture Mail, and Email. See "Sprint Service Features: The Basics" on page 146 - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 64
via the Carousel" on page 169. Internet - Access data services, including the Sprint home page, Favorites, Recent Pages, the Enter Web Address menu INSERT (left softkey) or press to place the tile. Shortcut From the main screen, select a tile, press Options (left softkey) > Move Tile, and then - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 65
the carousel to the original default settings: 1. Select and press Options (left softkey) > Reset Carousel. 2. Highlight Yes and press . Personalizing the Home Screen Use your Home screen (the screen that is displayed when the Home icon is selected) to provide at-aglance information and updates - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 66
preview, press PREVIEW [right softkey].) 4. If prompted, follow the instructions to personalize your bubble (for example, by selecting an astrological sign for select the Remove Bubble option and then press . Sprint One Click - Home Screen Bubbles Finance - Track your favorite stocks. Horoscope - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 67
Use With Sprint Service (page 63) ࡗ Phone Setup Options (page 64) You can customize your phone to sound review these options and to adjust or add settings that are right for you. Your phone can be personalized via the onscreen carousel. To change the Screen Saver: 1. Select and press > Change Screen - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 68
is available from the Sprint Digital Lounge, and you can access them right from your phone. (Additional charges may apply, but some are free.) 1. Select and press Get New Ringers. > My Stuff > Ringers > 2. Follow the system prompts to purchase and download ringers. 52 Section 2C. Settings - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 69
for Roaming 1. Select and press > Settings > Sounds > Ringer Type > Roam Ringer. 2. Select Normal or Distinctive and press . Selecting a Keytone Your phone offers a number of options for selecting the audible tones accompanying a keypress. ⅷ Tone Type to select the sound of a keypress. ⅷ Tone - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 70
by using the volume key on the left side of your phone. Adjusting the Advanced Volume Settings Adjust your phone's other advanced volume settings to suit your needs and your Note Repeat these same processes to adjust the Applications > Volume and Game Vibration settings. 54 Section 2C. Settings - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 71
store your new settings. Alert Notification Set your phone to alert you with an audible tone when you change service areas, once a minute during a voice call turning your phone off. To activate Vibrate All: ᮣ Press and hold the volume button down in standby mode until the screen displays "Vibrate - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 72
open, 30 seconds, 15 seconds, 8 seconds or Off. Note Long keypad settings reduce the battery's talk and standby times. Changing the Display Screen Brightness Adjust your screen's contrast (brightness) to suit your surroundings. 1. Select and press Brightness. > Settings > Display > 2. Press - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 73
Display > 2. Select On or Off, and press . Changing the Phone's Menu Orientation Although the menu is displayed as a series of onscreen Size. > Settings > Display > 2. Select Large or Small. 3. Select a size and press . Changing the Display Screen Choose what you see on the display screen - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 74
using GPS technology, making some Sprint applications and services easier to use. Turning Location location based on the cell site serving your call. No application or service may use your location When the Location feature is on, your phone's standby screen will display the icon. When Location is - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 75
phone notifies you by displaying an icon on your display screen. You can also choose to be notified with a message notification on your display screen When new messages arrive, you can choose to ignore them and set the phone to periodically remind you of them by playing an audible alert at a set - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 76
and press . (See "Entering Text in Portrait Mode" on page 33 or "Entering Text in Landscape Mode" on page 39.) Managing Preset Messages Your phone is loaded with 20 preset messages to help make sending text messages easier. Customize or delete these messages, such as "Where are you?," "Let's get - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 77
beginning of the list.) Other Text Message Settings These settings allow you to configure the options associated with a text message sent from your phone. These options include: ⅷ Save in Outbox - allows you to save a copy of a sent message in your outbox. ⅷ Priority - allows you to set a priority - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 78
softkey). Airplane Mode Airplane Mode allows you to use many of your phone's features, such as Games, Notepad, and Voice Memos, when you are in an airplane or in Off, or On PowerUp and press . While in Airplane Mode, your phone's standby screen will display "Phone off." 62 Section 2C. Settings - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 79
a special cable that plugs into your 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 service, please call Sprint Customer Service via the state Telecommunications Relay - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 80
unintelligible. The problem encountered appears related to TTY equipment or software used by PSAPs. This matter has been brought to the attention of the FCC, and the wireless industry and the PSAP community are currently working to resolve this. Phone Setup Options Shortcuts Your phone offers you - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 81
Setup > Auto Answer. 2. Select a Car-Kit/Headset option and press . Ⅲ Yes to answer calls automatically when the phone is connected to a hands-free car kit or a headset (sold separately). Remember, your phone will answer calls in Auto-Answer mode even if you are not present. Ⅲ No to disable Auto - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 82
Display Language You can choose to display your phone's onscreen menus in English or in Spanish. 1. Select and press Language. > Settings > Display > 2. Select English or , see "Using Abbreviated Dialing" on page 31. Note This setting does not apply to 911 or Sprint 411. 66 Section 2C. Settings - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 83
. and press > Settings > More...> 2. Enter your lock code to display the Security menu. Tip If you can't recall your lock code, try using the last four digits of your wireless phone number. If this doesn't work, call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727. Security Section 2D. Security 67 - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 84
Lock Now) and press . (To set your phone to lock the next time it is turned on, select On Power-Up.) Unlocking Your Phone 1. Press to display the User Lock screen. 2. Press Unlock (right softkey) and enter your lock code. Changing the Lock Code 1. Select and press > Settings > More...> Security and - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 85
until the lock has been disabled in the Security menu. Locking Voice Services 1. Select and press Restrict and Lock. > Settings > More... > 2. Select Voice and press . 3. Enter your user lock code. 4. Select Lock and press . 5. Select Lock and press . Restricting Outgoing Voice Calls - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 86
More... > 2. Select Voice and press . 3. Enter your user lock code. 4. Select Restrict and press . 5. Select Lock Contacts and press . 6. Select an option and press . Ⅲ On to lock your phone book. Ⅲ Off to unlock your phone book. Using Special Numbers Special numbers are important numbers that - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 87
or stored in your phone. 1. Select and press > Settings > More... > Security and enter your lock code. 2. Select Erase/Reset. 3. Select an downloaded web files. Ⅲ Erase Contacts to erase the contents of your Contacts list. Ⅲ Erase My Stuff to erase all the content you have downloaded to your phone - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 88
, including the ringer types and display settings. WARNING Resetting your phone deletes all files that you have previously downloaded. 1. Select and press > Settings > More... > Security and enter your lock code. 2. Select Erase/Reset > Reset Phone. 3. Read the disclaimer, press OK (left softkey - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 89
will avoid any charges associated with these services. While signed out, you can still place or receive phone calls, check voicemail, and use other voice services. You may enable data services again at any time. To disable data services: 1. Select and press > Settings > More... > Data > On/Off - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 90
Your phone's display screen always lets you know when you're off the Sprint National Network. Anytime you are roaming, the phone displays the roaming icon ( ). Tip Remember, when you are using your phone off the Sprint National Network, always dial numbers using 11 digits (1 + area code + number - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 91
leave the Sprint National Network, your call is dropped. If your call is dropped in an area where you think Sprint service is available, turn your phone off if you are in a roaming service area for an extended period of time. 1. Dial 1 + area code + your phone number. 2. When you hear your - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 92
Guard is turned on by default on your phone. Voice dialing and speed dialing are not available when you are roaming with Call Guard enabled. To place roaming calls with Call Guard on: 1. While in the Sprint One Click main screen, dial 1 + area code + the seven-digit number and press . 2. Press - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 93
while roaming on certain digital systems. You can set your phone to alert you when you are roaming off the Sprint National Network and try to use data services such as messaging. To use data services when Data Roam Guard is active: ᮣ When a pop-up notification appears informing you that data - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 94
of your History. Note You may also be able to access History from your phone's main screen carousel. See "Navigating the Main Screen" on page 44 for details. History is a list of the last 60 phone numbers (or Contacts entries) for calls you placed, accepted, or missed. History makes redialing - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 95
History History Options Making a Call From History Select a History entry from the Recent History screen and press to display 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). Press Options (right softkey) from the - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 96
. After you have saved the number, the new Contacts entry is displayed. (See "Contacts Entry Options" on page 85.) Note You cannot save phone numbers already in your Contacts or from calls identified as Blocked ID or Restricted. Erasing History To erase individual History entries, see "History - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 97
History To erase all History entries: 1. Select and press > History, highlight an entry and press Options (right softkey) > Delete All. 2. If you are certain you want to erase all history entries, select Delete (left softkey). - or - Select Cancel (right softkey) to return to the previous menu. - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 98
Type for an Entry (page 88) ࡗ Dialing Sprint Services (page 89) ࡗ Wireless Backup (page 89) Your phone's Contacts list helps you stay in touch with family them to your main screen carousel. See "Navigating the Main Screen" on page 44 for details. Adding a New Contacts Entry Your phone can store up to - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 99
of Emergency To make it easier for emergency personnel to identify important contacts, you can list your local emergency contacts under "ICE" in your phone's Contacts list. For example, if your mother is your primary emergency contact, list her as "ICE-Mom" in your Contacts list. To list more - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 100
letters you enter, the more your search narrows.) 3. To display the details for an entry, select it and press . 4. To dial the entry's default phone number, press . - or - To dial another number, press the navigation key ( ) up or down and press . Shortcut From standby mode, press CONTACTS (right - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 101
belonging to a group, select the group and press . 3. To dial the entry's default phone number, select the entry and press . - or - To display additional Contacts entries, note, street address, or other information. ⅷ to assign a preprogrammed or downloaded ringer. Section 2G. Contacts 85 - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 102
view the next entry by pressing the navigation key down or view the previous entry by pressing the navigation key up. Adding a Phone Number to a Contacts Entry 1. Highlight a Contacts entry. (See "Finding Contacts Entries" on page 84.) 2. Select Options (right softkey) > Edit Contact > - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 103
complete the assignment. To assign a speed dial number to an existing phone number: 1. Highlight a Contacts entry. (See "Finding Contacts Entries" you attempt to assign an already in-use speed dial location to a new phone number, a message will appear asking if you wish to replace the existing speed - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 104
and press . 7. Press Done (left softkey) to save the new ringer type. Tip To download a new ringer, select Menu > My Stuff > Ringers > Get New Ringers and follow the instructions to select, purchase, download, and assign the new ringer. Assign a ringer type to a Contacts entry so you can identify - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 105
up all of your contacts to the Sprint Web site and restore them if your phone is lost, stolen, damaged, or replaced. Tip To use the wireless backup service, you are required to activate the service from your phone. To subscribe to the wireless backup service, you will need to purchase a license to - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 106
> More... > Wireless Backup > Unsubscribe. (A message is displayed.) 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to unsubscribe from the wireless backup service. Note You can unsubscribe from the wireless backup service only through the Sprint Web site. Note Once you have completed the registration, you - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 107
Memo Pad (page 96) ࡗ Using the Calculator (page 97) ࡗ Using the World Time (page 98) ࡗ Updating Phone Software (page 98) ࡗ Updating the PRL (page 98) Your phone is equipped with several personal information management features that help you manage your busy lifestyle. This section shows you how to - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 108
displays the event summary. There are several ways your phone alerts you to scheduled events: ⅷ By playing the assigned ringer type. ⅷ By illuminating the backlight. ⅷ By flashing the LED on the front of the outer LCD. To silence the alarm and reset the schedule, press . To view an additional option - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 109
Tip In the scheduler view, days with events scheduled are highlighted in blue. 3. To display an event's details, highlight it and press . Going to Today's Scheduler Menu ᮣ Select Today. and press Editing an Event > Tools > Calendar > 1. Select and press Scheduler. > Tools > Calendar > 2. - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 110
dates, times, and priority levels. 1. Select List. and press > Tools > Calendar > Task Note If there are no tasks saved, the New Task screen is automatically displayed. 2. Press Options (right softkey) > Add New. 3. Enter the task name using either the keypad or keyboard and press Next (left - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 111
keypad, enter the date of the countdown. 6. Press Done (left softkey) to save and exit. Using Your Phone's Alarm Clock Note If there are no countdowns saved, the New Countdown screen is automatically displayed. 2. Press Add New (left softkey). 3. Enter the countdown name using either the keypad or - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 112
Pad Your phone comes with a memo pad that you can use to compose and store reminders and notes to help keep you organized. You can enter up to 512 characters. To compose a note: 1. Select and press > Tools > Memo Pad. Note If there are no memos saved, (None) appears on the screen. 2. Press - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 113
> Tools > Memo Pad. 2. Select a note and press Options (right softkey) > Delete. 3. Select Yes or No and press . Using the Calculator Your phone comes with a built-in calculator. 1. Select and press > Tools > Calculator. 2. Enter numbers using your keypad. Ⅲ Press Ⅲ Press negative. to enter - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 114
) automatically. 1. Select and press Update PRL. > Tools > Update Phone > 2. Follow the onscreen instructions. The update phone option allows you to download and update the software in your phone automatically. Only the internal software is updated; no Contacts entries or other information saved - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 115
-follow instructions for using voiceactivated dialing. Note The Voice Service feature can be used to dial previously stored phone numbers (since the application recognizes these saved names). Using Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR) You can use the phone's built-in speech recognition software to - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 116
to your voice. Other people will not be able to use Digit Dial on your phone unless they reset the phone to factory defaults. Note ONLY adapt Digit Dial if the system is frequently misrecognizing your OK?" You will then be prompted to rerecord the sequence. 100 Section 2I. Voice Services - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 117
problems, say "No" or press the right softkey. (The phone you will reach a screen that reads, "Adaptation Resetting Digit Dial Adaptation 1. Select and press > Tools > Voice Service. 2. Press Settings (right softkey) > Adaptation > Reset Voice. Note Reset Voice is available only after the phone - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 118
choice lists for Digit Dial: 1. Select and press > Tools > Voice Service. 2. Select Settings > Confirmation and press . 3. Press the navigation Try Again?" and then return you to the previous screen. If there are multiple matching contacts, the phone prompts you with "Did you say?" and displays a - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 119
Voice Services Send a Text Message Use automatic speech recognition to launch text messaging on your phone and specify a recipient for the message. Picture Mail image location: Ⅲ Choose from either: In Phone, Memory Card, Online Albums, Take New Picture, Take New Video, or Test Only and press . - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 120
. 9. Press Send (left softkey). For more information, see "Sending Sprint Picture Mail" on page 127. Look Up a Contacts Entry Look up for the specified contact is then displayed. If you say only "Lookup" your phone prompts you with "Say the name." Launch an Application Open an application or access - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 121
You can say the name of a destination, or say "More Options" to view the next screen. Managing Voice Memos Use your phone's Voice Services to record brief memos to remind you of important events, phone numbers, or grocery list items. Recording Voice Memos To record a voice memo from the main menu - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 122
review. Note Voice Memos recorded from a direct phone conversation are shown in the list with the phone number used during the recording process and an adjacent phone all voice memos: 1. Select and press > Tools > Voice Memo > Review > Options > Delete All. 2. Select Yes and press . Note The - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 123
Voice Services Editing a Voice Memo Caption By default, the caption assigned to a voice To edit a voice memo caption: 1. Select and press > Tools > Voice Memo. 2. Select Review and press . (The phone displays a list of saved memos, with the first one selected.) 3. Highlight the desired memo to - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 124
music, and voice data between SD-compatible devices. Using Your Phone's microSD Card and Adapter Using the microSD Card Your phone is equipped with a pre-installed 512MB microSD (Secure Digital) memory card and its adapter to expand the phone's available memory space. It allows you to store images - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 125
Press the Cover Release Latch (1) and then carefully lift the battery cover away from the phone (2). 3. Locate the microSD card slot on the right side of the phone. 4. With the gold contact pins facing downward, carefully insert the microSD card into the opening and firmly push it in until you hear - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 126
the battery is still properly installed before turning on the phone. Note The microSD card and phone's display screen when a microSD card is properly inserted into the microSD card slot: This icon will be displayed onscreen when a microSD card is present and properly inserted into the microSD card - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 127
memory space will be displayed.) Formatting the microSD Card Formatting a microSD card permanently removes all files stored on the card. 1. Select and press Format Memory Card. > Tools > Mass Storage > 2. Enter your lock code and press . (A warning will be displayed.) 3. Press Format - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 128
data to or from the microSD card. Note No driver is needed for Windows 98 or XP. Other operating systems may require a USB driver that can be downloaded from www.samsungwireless.com/ usbdownload. 1. Remove the battery cover (located on the back of the phone) by pressing the Cover Release Latch - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 129
icon on your computer's taskbar, and follow the onscreen instructions to safely unplug the USB cable. - or - Press Disconnect (right softkey) > Disconnect (left softkey). File Manager View information about folders and files on your phone or on your microSD card. You will also be able to view this - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 130
the phone or memory card: 1. Select and press File Manager. > Tools > Mass Storage > 2. Select Phone or Memory Card. download and install the USB Mass Storage Driver from the Sprint Web site at www.sprint.com. ⅷ To avoid loss of data, DO NOT remove the USB cable, the microSD card, or the battery - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 131
. Doing so will result in loss or damage of data. ⅷ While you are connected to the computer, your phone's screen will display "Phone Off." You cannot make or receive calls. ⅷ If you connect a mass storage device to a peripheral device, your device may not work properly. Section 2J. microSD Card 115 - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 132
Videos (page 122) ࡗ Storing Pictures (page 124) ࡗ Sending Sprint Picture Mail (page 127) ࡗ Managing Sprint Picture Mail (page 129) ࡗ Printing Pictures Using PictBridge (page 134 on page 8.) 2. Using the phone's main display screen as a viewfinder, aim the camera lens at your subject. 116 Section - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 133
as a Picture ID, Screen Saver, or Incoming/Outgoing Calls. Ⅲ Erase to delete the picture you just took. Ⅲ Order Prints to upload your image to a third party service that will then provide hard copy prints. Ⅲ Post to Service to upload your image to a third party online service. Ⅲ Review Album to go - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 134
> My Albums > Online Albums. (You will be prompted to register your Sprint Picture Mail account.) Note If your Sprint service plan does not include Sprint Picture Mail, you will first be prompted to subscribe to the service for an additional monthly charge. 2. If you are asked to connect, follow - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 135
conditions (Auto, Sunny, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, or Manual). (The default setting is Auto.) Ⅲ Night Shot in low light conditions. Ⅲ Metering to allow the phone to sample the area being photographed and then determine the review pictures or launch the camcorder. Camera Section 2K. Camera 119 - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 136
when you are ready to start the timer. (The timer is displayed on the upper-right portion of the display screen during the self-timer countdown.) 4. Get ready for the picture. (The phone will begin to beep for each second of the countdown. When the timer is down to three seconds, the - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 137
Press Capture (left softkey), , or the camera button to take the pictures. (The Multiple Shots folder will display up to nine thumbnail pictures per screen.) Using the Zoom This feature allows you to zoom in on an object when you take a picture. Depending on your resolution settings, you can adjust - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 138
2. Select an option and press : Ⅲ Resolution to select a picture's file size (2M, 1.3M, High, Med, or Low). Ⅲ Quality to select the picture on both the quality settings and storage type used (phone or memory card). 3. Using the phone's display screen as a viewfinder, aim the lens at your subject. - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 139
: Ⅲ Send Pic/Video to send the video. (See "Sending Sprint Picture Mail" on page 127.) Ⅲ Play to play the video. Phone or Memory Card). Ⅲ Video Length to select the maximum allowed size for the recording. Choose from Video Mail or Long Video. ⅷ Launch to select from the following options: Ⅲ Review - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 140
area is called the In Camera folder. From the In Phone folder, you can view all the pictures you have stored there, send items to the Sprint Picture Mail site (www.sprint.com/picturemail), delete files, and access additional options. To review your stored pictures and videos in the In Camera folder - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 141
upload your file to a third-party online service. ⅷ Assign to assign the current image as a Picture ID, Screen Saver, or Incoming/Outgoing Calls. ⅷ Erase to erase the image or selected images. Note Deleting pictures will free up memory space in your phone to enable you to take more pictures. Once - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 142
selected images in your In Phone folder, send pictures to the Sprint Picture Mail Web site (www.sprint.com/picturemail), delete images, and access additional picture options. To review your stored pictures in the Memory Card folder: 1. Select and press Memory Card. > Photos > My Albums > 2. Use - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 143
review Phone Folder Options" on page 125. Sending Sprint Picture Mail Once you have taken a picture, you can use the messaging capabilities of your phone their phone numbers. Sending Pictures From the In Phone Folder or Memory Card 1. Select and press > Photos > My Albums > In Phone or Memory Card. - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 144
entries. Ⅲ Press New Addr (right softkey) to manually enter either a wireless phone number or email address and press Continue (left softkey). a recipient, select the recipient, press the appropriate softkey, and follow the instructions in step 5 to select or edit the recipient. Ⅲ To change the - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 145
Next (left softkey). 6. To complete and send the message, follow steps 5-9 in "Sending Pictures From the In Phone Folder or Memory Card" on page 127. Managing Sprint Picture Mail Using the Sprint Picture Mail Web Site Once you have uploaded pictures or videos to your online Picture Mail account at - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 146
a selected picture from thumbnail to full- screen, press Expand (left softkey). 2. Select a picture and press Options (right softkey) to display your online picture options. Uploading Pictures 1. Select and press > Photos > My Albums > In Phone or Memory Card. (Thumbnail pictures will be displayed - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 147
Pictures From your online Sprint Picture Mail albums display at www.sprint.com/picturemail, you can select pictures to download to either your In Phone or Memory Card locations. 1. From the online pictures display, place a check mark on the picture you wish to download and press Options (right - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 148
from your Online Address Book. 4. Enter an invitation message. 5. Click Share album to send your Sprint Picture Mail album to the designated recipients. Accessing Online Picture Options From Your Phone 1. Select menu. and press to access the main 2. Select a picture from your online Picture Mail - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 149
Caller ID assignment is met for an incoming call. ● Screen Saver to be used by the screen saver application. ● Incoming/Outgoing Calls to be displayed during from your phone: 1. Display the album list in the Online Sprint Picture Mail menu. (See "Managing Online Pictures From Your Phone" on page - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 150
directly from your phone: 1. Insert one end of the USB accessory cable into the USB slot on the printer. (The printer must support PictBridge technology.) 8. Press the navigation key down to select Paper Size: Ⅲ Default Ⅲ 4x6 Note These sizes may vary and are dependent on the printer's capabilities. - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 151
Options include: Home Delivery or Retail Pickup. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions. This menu allows you to configure where pictures are saved, following options and press . Ⅲ Auto Save to to choose between Phone and Memory Card as the default location to save pictures or videos. Ⅲ Status Bar - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 152
that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless phones. The Bluetooth communication range is usually up to approximately 30 feet. By default, your device's Bluetooth - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 153
Bluetooth Settings menu allows you to set up many of the characteristics 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 - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 154
side of the phone. ⅷ HFP: Hands-Free Profile - This profile functions as a wireless car kit. Incoming calls ring to the hands-free headset or device. profile services to send data objects between devices and can be used to exchange objects like music files, pictures, and business cards (vCard - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 155
Book Access Profile - This profile enables exchange of Contacts information between devices. It is typically used between a car kit and a mobile phone to allow the car kit to display the name of the incoming caller. Pairing Bluetooth Devices Paired Devices The Bluetooth pairing process allows you - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 156
are going to be pairing with a computer's Bluetooth interface, you will need to allow the computer to initiate pairing with your phone. To allow your phone to be paired with another Bluetooth device: 1. Select and press Add a New... > PC. > Tools > Bluetooth > 2. Follow the onscreen prompts to - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 157
Bluetooth > 2. Select an incoming routing option and press . Ⅲ Hands-Free allows you to answer the incoming call only from the paired Bluetooth device of initiating a call without direct access to the phone, you do not need to manually transfer the audio after initiating an outgoing call if - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 158
via FTP. To assign a folder for FTP transfers: 1. Select and press Exchange Folders. > Settings > Bluetooth > 2. Highlight the folder location (In Phone or Memory card) and press . Sending Data via Bluetooth You can send data saved on your device to another Bluetooth device. To send contacts - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 159
icon.) 4. From the list of Found Devices, select the Bluetooth device and press . 5. Select Yes and press . (The recipient's phone displays an onscreen message asking whether the person would like to receive and save your Contact entry to his or her list.) 6. The recipient must - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 160
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Section 3 Sprint Service - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 162
(page 155) ࡗ Call Forwarding (page 156) Now that you've explored your phone's fundamentals, it's time to learn about the calling features that enhance your Sprint service. This section outlines your basic Sprint service features. Voicemail Setting Up Your Voicemail All unanswered calls to your - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 163
rates when accessing voicemail while roaming off the Sprint National Network. Your phone accepts messages even when it is turned off. However, you are notified of new messages only when your phone is turned on and you are in a Sprint service area. Section 3A. Sprint Service Features: The Basics 147 - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 164
Your Voicemail Messages You can review your messages directly from your wireless phone or from any other touch-tone phone. To dial from your wireless phone, either speed dial your voicemail are accessing your voicemail from your wireless phone. 148 Section 3A. Sprint Service Features: The Basics - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 165
Sprint Service Voicemail Key Guide Here's a quick guide to your keypad functions while listening to voicemail Mode. 4. Press to turn Expert Mode on or off. Clearing the Message Icon Your phone may temporarily continue to display the message icon after you have checked your voice and text - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 166
number or email address. ● Phone Number to use the keypad to enter a wireless phone number directly. ● Email Address to enter the recipient's email address. - or - Press Multiple (left softkey) to select more than one recipient and press . 150 Section 3A. Sprint Service Features: The Basics - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 167
text message: ᮣ When you receive a text message, it will be displayed automatically on your phone's screen. Use your navigation key to scroll down and view the entire message. To reply to a Message, highlight a message or emoticon, and press . Section 3A. Sprint Service Features: The Basics 151 - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 168
first need to register your phone. Once you have registered, incoming SMS Voice messages will be automatically downloaded to your phone. 1. When you turn on your phone, you will be prompted to register your phone to receive SMS Voice messages. 152 Section 3A. Sprint Service Features: The Basics - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 169
Sprint Service 2. Select Yes. (When activation is complete, an activation confirmation screen is displayed.) Note If you select No during step 2 above, you will see an alert message. If you select No after reading the message, incoming SMS Voice messages will not be downloaded to your phone. - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 170
phone's screen. phone by displaying the number of the incoming call. To block your phone number from being displayed when you make a call: 1. Press . 2. Enter the number you want to call. 3. Press . To permanently block your number, call Sprint Customer Service. 154 Section 3A. Sprint Service - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 171
Sprint Service Call Waiting Making a Three-Way Call When you're on a call, Call Waiting alerts you to incoming calls by sounding two beeps. Your phone's screen informs you that another call is coming in and displays the caller's phone number (if it is available and you are in digital mode). To - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 172
your phone when 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 hear a tone to confirm the activation of Call Forwarding.) 156 Section 3A. Sprint Service Features - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 173
Content (page 166) ࡗ Exploring the Web (page 169) ࡗ Data Services FAQs (page 173) Sprint offers easy and amazing data services you will really use. These features - including messaging, games, downloadable ringers and screen savers, and portable Web access - let you have fun, stay in touch - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 174
might have [email protected] as his user name.) When you use Sprint data services, your user name is submitted to identify you to the Sprint National Network. Your user name will be automatically programmed into your phone. You don't have to enter it. Finding Your User Name If you aren - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 175
Data Connection ᮣ Select > Home and press . - or - Select and press > Web. (Your data connection starts and the home page is displayed.) The Data Services Home Page Note If Net Guard is enabled and displayed (see page 159), press OK (right softkey) to continue and launch the Web. While connecting - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 176
services connection will terminate. Your data connection is dormant (no data is being sent or received). Though not currently active, when dormant the phone Web, and they correspond to the softkeys directly below the phone's display screen. Depending on which orientation you are using (portrait or - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 177
by highlighting the option and pressing .) Scrolling As with other parts of your phone's menu, you'll have to scroll up and down to see everything on page through Web sites: ᮣ Press the volume buttons on the side of the phone. Tip Depending on which Web sites you visit, the labels on the softkeys - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 178
allow you to jump to Web pages, select special functions, or even place phone calls. To select links: ᮣ Highlight the link and press the appropriate 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 - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 179
phone. Messaging allows you to stay connected 24 hours a day anywhere on the Sprint National Network. Using Email Your phone additional options. 3. Follow the setup wizard instructions to enter the required sign-up information softkey). If another notice appears, review it and press Yes (right - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 180
page 163. Note Mail Push allows your phone to automatically retrieve new email messages without having your service plan for details. Accessing Email Using Email on your phone is even a new email account. Follow the instructions in "Creating an Additional Email Account" on page 163 to - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 181
(Your IM screen for the selected provider will be displayed.) 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to read, reply to, compose, and send messages and manage your IM account. Accessing Wireless Chatrooms Data services gives you the ability to join wireless chatrooms from your phone. 1. Select Dating - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 182
may apply.) The basic steps required to access and download Premium Services content are outlined below. Accessing the Download Menus 1. Select and press > My Stuff. 2. Select the type of file you wish to download (Games, Ringers, Screen Savers, Applications, or Call Tones), and then select Get - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 183
or screen saver to a phone function. Ⅲ Select Shop to browse for other items to download. Ⅲ Press to quit the browser and return to standby mode. Using My Content Manager Whether you purchase your Premium Services content from your phone or from your online account management page at www.sprint.com - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 184
My Stuff > [Games, Ringers, Screen Savers, or Applications] > My Stuff Manager. The browser will open and take you to the corresponding content. For complete information and instructions on downloading Games, Ringers, Screen Savers, and Applications, visit the Digital Lounge at www.sprint.com. 168 - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 185
, breaking news, and weather, and shop on your phone anywhere on the Sprint National Network. In addition to the features already covered in . Although the home page offers a broad and convenient array of sites and services for you to browse, not all sites are represented, and certain functions, - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 186
it and press , and then select Connect. ⅷ Page Info. Provides information about the current page such as web address and page size. ⅷ Browser Options. Displays additional options: Ⅲ Setting. Lets you configure and manage your browser settings: My homepage, Font Setting, Privacy, and Preference - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 187
Creating a Bookmark Bookmarks allow you to store the address of your favorite Web sites for easy access at a later time. 1. Go to the Web page you want to mark. 2. Press Menu (right softkey) to open the browser menu. 3. Select Mark this page and press the bookmark. twice to save 4. Make any - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 188
to remove the bookmark. Note The default homepage (Sprint Vision Home) is can not be deleted. Going site. Note Not all Web sites are viewable on your phone. Reloading a Web Page 1. Press Menu (right softkey) stops responding, you can usually fix the problem by simply restarting the browser. 1. - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 189
services when you turn on your phone. How do I know when my phone is connected to data services? Your phone automatically connects when data service is used or an incoming message arrives. Your phone active, the or indicator animates on your phone's display screen. When is my data connection dormant? - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 190
's display. Watch live TV and catch up on episodes of your favorite shows - anywhere on the Sprint National Network. Sprint Music lets you preview, purchase, download, and listen to over a million songs right on your phone. You can even add songs from your own library to round out your on-the-go - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 191
you may be asked to accept a data connection. 2. Select Sprint TV, Sprint Radio, Sprint Movies, or Premium Channels to display channel options. 3. Use your key up or down to surf to a different channel. A small pop-up screen will be displayed that tells you which channel you are watching as well as - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 192
to view the multimedia clips? Yes. For service access charges, please consult your Sprint service plan or visit www.sprint.com. 7. What does it mean when the video pauses and I see the word "loading" at the bottom of the screen? This happens when the phone is loading the data necessary to play the - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 193
the channel will begin loading. Music - Sprint Music Store The Sprint Music Store enables you to purchase and download digital music files to play on your phone or computer. Accessing the Sprint Music Store You can access the Sprint Music Store right from your phone's main menu, anywhere on the - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 194
purchase and download to your phone's microSD card. 1. From the Sprint Music Store download it to your phone's microSD card. ● When you select Buy Song, the file will download to your phone's microSD card. (If there is no microSD card installed or if there is not enough free memory space on the card - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 195
to begin listening.) Backing Up Your Downloaded Music Files When you purchase and download a music file from the Sprint Music Store, you get two versions of the song: one to download and play on your phone (file type: AAC+), and another to download from http://musicstore.sprint.com and play on your - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 196
been downloaded, they cannot be downloaded again without being repurchased. Sprint recommends you back up your AAC+ music files to your computer so you can access the files in case your microSD card is lost or damaged, or if you install a new microSD card. 1. Connect your phone using a USB cable - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 197
screen which provides you access to several applications: Ⅲ Application Manager manages all currently active applications. With your music still playing, the Sprint If the phone is running more than one simultaneous application (such as Music Store, Application [from My Stuff], and Games), the user - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 198
music (via the Music Store), or playing a game in the background, and then wanted take a photo, the phone may prompt you with a "CPU Low, Kill In addition to the Sprint Music Store, Sprint Power Vision offers a variety of musical options through the Music category in the Sprint TV menu, including - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 199
TV and Music 3. Select to see and hear a preview of your selected channel (if available). - or - Select Subscribe to purchase a monthly subscription to your selected channel. Once you have purchased access to a music or radio channel, you can select from a variety of stations to listen to your - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 200
(page 192) ࡗ Launching the Product Tour (page 193) The Samsung Rant™ allows you to utilize built-in GPS hardware to easily access both directional information and location-ready features such as nearby companies and services. Sprint Navigation is a GPS navigation system that gives you turn-by-turn - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 201
Sprint Navigation 1. Select to access the Sprint Navigation menu. - or - Select and press and press . > Maps > Sprint Navigation 2. Select an option and follow the onscreen instructions to take advantage of Sprint entered locations. ● Address: manually entered street addresses. ● Intersection - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 202
to selected locations or establishments based on your current location. Using a Physical Address 1. Select > Drive To and press . - or - Select and press > Drive To. > Maps > Sprint Navigation 2. Select Address and press . 186 Section 3D. GPS Navigation - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 203
used to enter a specific address by using a number, street name, and city/state or zip code. Ⅲ City: used when you do not know a physical address but would like driving directions to Destination Address Your Current Location Navigation Screen Estimated Time of Arrival Other Driving Options Section - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 204
review real-time traffic information along your route: 1. Select > Drive To and press . - or - Select and press > Drive To. > Maps > Sprint current route. 5. Press Back (left softkey) to return to your previous driving screen. To receive turn by turn directions (2D): 1. Select > Drive To and - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 205
Business Category" on page 189. Using a Local Business Category The Rant™ can also cross-reference your current location with local business and points . - or - Select and press > Drive To. > Maps > Sprint Navigation 2. Select Businesses and press . Ⅲ Pressing either or the right navigation - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 206
new route to the selected gas station. Ⅲ See "Using a Physical Address" on page 186. Creating a My Favorites Location Once you have begun using Sprint Navigation to find your destination, you can then either recall those locations and add them to your list of favorite destinations or create a new - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 207
To > Recent Places and press . - or - Select and press > Maps > Sprint Navigation > Drive To > Recent Places. 2. Select an entry from the list and the following options: Ⅲ Use either the keypad or keyboard to manually enter the recipients phone number. - or - Ⅲ Choose an existing Contacts entry and - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 208
Preferences and press . - or - 1. Select and press > Maps > Sprint Navigation > Share & More > Preferences. 2. Scroll down the list and first and last name registered with the service. Ⅲ Email: allows you to alter the email address registered with the service. Ⅲ Route Style: allows you to - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 209
during your navigation. ● Options include: Full Audio, Instructions Only, or No Audio. Ⅲ Audio Language: card). ● Options include: Show Three Times, Always On, or Always Off. Launching the Product Tour ᮣ Select > Share & More > Product Tour and press . - or - ᮣ Select and press > Maps > Sprint - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 210
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Section 4 Safety and Warranty Information - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 212
warranty for this equipment and void your authority to operate this equipment. Note For the best care of your phone, only Sprint-authorized personnel should service your phone and accessories. Failure to do so may be dangerous and void your warranty. 196 Section 4A. Important Safety Information - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 213
all cellular networks or when certain network services or mobile phone features are in use. Check with your local service provider for details. Using Your Phone While Driving Talking on your phone while driving (or operating the phone without a hands-free device) is prohibited in some jurisdictions - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 214
damage the phone or make calls that increase your Sprint invoice. Using Your Phone With a Hearing Aid Device A number of Sprint phones have been phones have been rated for compatibility with hearing devices. Phones that have been rated have a label located on the box. Your Samsung Rant™ (SPH-M540 - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 215
device. Should you experience interference or find the quality of service unsatisfactory after purchasing your phone, promptly return it to the store within 30 days of purchase. With the Sprint 30-day Risk-Free Guarantee, you may return the phone within 30 days of purchase for a full refund. More - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 216
phone batteries overheating, catching fire, or exploding. It appears that many, if not all, of these reports involve counterfeit or inexpensive, aftermarket-brand batteries with unknown or questionable manufacturing standards. Sprint is not aware of similar problems with Sprint phones resulting - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 217
this updated standard after reviewing the available body of ) from your body when transmitting. Use of non-Sprint-approved accessories may violate FCC RF exposure guidelines. For fcc.gov. Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) for Wireless Phones The SAR value corresponds to the relative amount of - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 218
Rant™ are: Cellular CDMA mode (Part 22): Head: 0.70 W/kg; Body-worn: 0.901 W/kg PCS mode (Part 24): Head: 1.01 W/kg; Body-worn: 0.564 W/kg FCC Radio Frequency Emission This phone not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 219
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: SPH-M540 (Samsung Rant™) Serial No.: CDMA other patents pending. User Guide template version 7B (December 2007) Important Safety Information - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 220
visit www.sprint.com or call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727. STANDARD LIMITED WARRANTY What is Covered and For How Long? SAMSUNG TELECOMMUNICATIONS AMERICA, LLC ("SAMSUNG") warrants to the original purchaser ("Purchaser") that SAMSUNG's Phones and accessories ("Products") are free from - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 221
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-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 222
, SPECIFICATION OR CONTRACT PERTAINING THERETO. NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS WARRANTY OF ANY 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-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 223
be possible for someone to retrieve and reuse the data by means of special software. To avoid unintended information leaks and other problems of this sort, it is recommended that the device be returned to Samsung's Customer Care Center for an Extended File System (EFS) Clear which will eliminate all - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 224
) Important If you are using a handset other than a standard numeric keypad, dial the numbers listed in brackets. Phone: 1-888-987-HELP (4357) ©2009 Samsung Telecommunications America. All rights reserved. No reproduction in whole or in part allowed without prior written approval. Specifications - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 225
33 Answering Calls 24 Applications 15 Applications, Downloading 157 Automatic Speech Recognition 99-105 B Backlight 56 Battery 17-20 Capacity 17 Charging 19 Disposal Contacts 82-90 Adding a New Group 83 Adding a Phone Number 86 Adding an Entry 82 Assigning Speed Dial Numbers 87 Deleting 86 Editing an - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 226
84 Unlocking 70 Contacts Match 31 D Data Disable 73 Enable 73 Data Roam Guard 77 Data Services 157-173 Applications 157 Chat 165 Disabling 73 Downloading 73 Display Screen 12 Brightness 56 Changing 57 Screen Saver 57 Downloading Applications 15, 168 Games 15, 168 Ringers 15, 168 Screen Savers 15, - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 227
Time Length 56 Keytone Tone Length 53 Tone Type 53 Tone Volume 53 L Language 66 Location Settings 58 Lock Code Changing 68 Lock Services 69 Voice 69 Locking Your Phone 68 M Main Screen Navigation 44-50 Making Calls 22 Memo Pad 96 Menu ii Navigation 21 Menu Orientation 57 Messaging Adding a New - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 228
Card 108-115 Multitasking 180 Music 177 My Content Manager 167 My Favorites Creating from a Recent Place 191 Creating from Current Location 190 My Text 43 N Navigating the Main Screen 51 Screen Saver 51 Phone (illus.) 8 212 Index Phone Code Dialing 31 Prepending 31 Saving 29 With Pauses 30 Phone - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 229
Calls 52 Voicemail 53 Ringers 15 Assigning to Contacts 88 Buying and Downloading 52 Get New Ringers 52 Roaming 74-77 S Safety Information 196-203 Scheduler 91 Screen Savers 15 Security 67-73 Menu 67 Shooting Video 122-124 Shortcuts Resetting 71 Signature 33 Silence All 55 SMS Text Messaging 150 SMS - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 230
16 TV 174 U Unlocking Your Phone 68 Updating Phone Software 98 V Vibrate 55 Vibrate All 55 Videos Options 123 Recording 122 Voice Lock 69 Restrict 69 214 Index Voice Memos 105 Deleting 106 Editing the Caption 107 Information 107 Playing 106 Voice Messaging 152 Voice Service Picture Mail Message - Samsung SPH-M540 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.f8) (English) - Page 231
Ringer 54 Speakerphone 54 Text Message 54 Voicemail 54 W Warranty 204 Web 159-172 Applications 157 Downloading Content 166 FAQs 173 Home Page 159 My Content Manager 167 Navigating the Web 172 Net Guard 159 User Name 158 Whisper Off 27 On
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