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Sprint®
The clear alternative to cellular.SM
SPH-A880
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Welcome to Sprint Sprint built the largest all-digital, all-CDMA nationwide network from the ground up for clearer calls, reaching more than 230 million people. We built our network to give you what we believe you really want from a wireless phone: clear sound, private conversations and time-saving features. And Sprint Personal Communications Services® can do something even more far-reaching – simplify your life. Our advanced technology is designed to grow with your communications needs
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Table of Contents Getting Started With Sprint PCS Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Turning Your Phone ON and OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Getting Started With Sprint PCS Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Setting Up Your Voicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Sprint PCS Wireless Web Browser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Launching Sprin Wireless Web Browser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Using Sprint PCS Wireless Web Browser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 My Sprint PCS Wireless Web . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Using Sprint
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1 Getting Started With Sprint PCS Service In This Section .Turning Your Phone ON and OFF .Getting Started With Sprint PCS Service .Setting Up Your Voicemail .Getting Help .Understanding This User Guide This section walks you through the step-by-step basics of setting up service for your Sprint PCS phone, including unlocking and activating your phone, setting up your voicemail and how to contact Sprint PCS for assistance. Once you have completed this section, you’re ready to exp
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Sprint® Store, it probably has been activated. All you need to do is unlock your phone. If your phone is not activated, please refer to your Start Here Brochure for easy step-by-step instructions. Getting Started 1 Unlocking Your Phone Follow these steps to unlock your phone: 1. Press and hold to turn the phone on. 2. Press
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Sprint PCS Customer Advocates are available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Simply dial 1-888-211-4PCS (4727) from any phone or press <*> <2> from your activated Sprint PCS phone while on the Sprint PCS Nationwide Network. Tip: If you need to reach Sprint PCS Customer Care while you are off the Sprint PCS Network, dial 1-888-211-4PCS (4727). Once you dial Sprint PCS Customer Care, you can access a number of helpful account services through our automated Customer
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Understanding This User Guide This user guide introduces you to our technology and all the advantages of your new Sprint PCS phone through easy-to-follow instructions. .Sections break down categories of information to progressively take you all the way from learning the basics to using the most advanced phone features. .Tips highlight special shortcuts and timely reminders to help you make the most of your new phone. .The Index helps you find specific information quickly. We know tha
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2 Getting to Know Your Sprint PCS Phone In This Section .Highlights and Features .Closed View of Your Phone .Front View of Your Phone .Command Keys .Display Screen Icons .Using and Charging the Battery Your Sprint PCS phone is packed with features that simplify your life and expand your ability to stay connected to the people and information that are important to you. We know that you’re anxious to start using it, so this section will give you a quick introduction to your new
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by speaking someone’s name or the digits in their phone number. For further information see "Using Sprint PCS Voice Command". .User friendly, menu driven access to features and options. .The phone’s “flip” cover can be set to answer an incoming call when opened. .The backlit display screen makes it effortless to read the display in low light environments and at night. .An Internal Phone Book with 250 number capacity. .There are several methods of calling numbers previously stored in th
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Display Screen Icons The following icons may appear at the top of your phone screen. .shows your current signal strength. The more lines you have, the stronger your signal. .indicates your phone cannot find a signal. . indicates a call is in progress. . indicates you are “roaming” off the Sprint PCS Nationwide Network. . indicates you are “roaming” off the Sprint PCS . indicates you have set an alarm to ring at a specified time. . indicates your phone is in Vibrate mode. . indicate
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Your Sprint PCS phone comes with a rechargeable battery. You should charge the battery as soon as possible so you can begin using your phone. Keeping track of your battery’s charge is important. For a quick check of your phone’s battery level, glance at the battery charge indicator located in the upper-right corner of your phone’s display screen. If the battery charge gets too low, the battery icon ( ) blinks and the phone sounds a warning tone. Always use a Sprint PCS-approved desktop c
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Understanding Roaming In This Section . Understanding How Roaming Works . Setting Your Phone’s Roam Mode . Setting an Alert When Roam Charges Apply (Call Guard) . Setting Ringer for Roaming Calls oaming is the ability to make or receive calls while you’re off R the Sprint PCS Nationwide Network. Your new dual-band Sprint PCS phone works anywhere on the Sprint PCS Nationwide Network and allows you to roam on analog and digital networks virtually anywhere in the U.S. where compatible w
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Tip: If you’re on a call when you leave the Sprint PCS Network and enter an area where roaming is available (whether digital or analog), your call is dropped. If your call is dropped in an area where you think Sprint PCS Service is available, turn your phone off and on again to reconnect to the Sprint PCS Nationwide Network. Setting Your Phone’s Roam Mode Your Sprint PCS phone allows you to control your ability to roam. By using the Roaming menu option, you determine which signals your
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Press <1> to place the call. To answer incoming roaming calls with the Call Guard on: Remember if the Call Guard feature is set to On, you need to take extra steps to make and receive roaming calls even if you have selected the Analog setting. To set the time and date in Analog mode: The time and date are set automatically by the Sprint PCS network. If you are outside your coverage area and are in analog mode, the time and date are not automatically updated. To set the time and date
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4 Making and Answering Calls In This Section . Making and Answering Calls . Silencing the Ringer . Adjusting Volume . Call Menu Options . Using the Speakerphone . Missed and Incoming Call Notifications . Calling Emergency Numbers . Using Sprint PCS Voice Command . Using Caller ID . Responding to Call Waiting . Three-Way Calling . Forwarding Your Calls Your Sprint PCS phone gives you different options for placing calls, so you can use the method that works best for you. Once yo
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digits of their phone number: 1. From Standby mode, enter four digits of any phone number stored in the Phonebook. 2. Press . Note: If more than one number is found with the same last four digits, use the navigation key to scroll up or down to the desired entry. When the desired number is highlighted, press . Or: To dial four digits without the 4-digit dial feature interfering: 1. From Standby mode, enter four digits. 2. Press
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To change the ringer volume, adjust the volume keys on the side of your phone when the phone is in Standby mode and the flip is open. To change the ringer volume from the Main menu, see "Adjusting the Ringer Volume". Call Menu Options Dialing Options Dialing options are displayed when you enter numbers using the keypad. To select an option press