Page 1 © 2005 Sprint. All rights reserved. No reproduction in whole or in part without prior written approval. Sprint, the logo design, Sprint PCS and Sprint PCS Vision are trademarks of Sprint Communications Company L.P. Sanyo is a registered trademark of Sanyo Electric Co.,Ltd.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Welcome to Sprint ....... . .i Introduction ........ii Section 1: Getting Started .
Page 4 TTY Use With Sprint PCS Service ......73 Phone Setup Options ........75 2C.
Page 5 Erasing Call History ........113 2G.
Page 6 Sending Sprint PCS Picture Mail ......188 Managing Sprint PCS Picture Mail ......194 2K.
Page 7 Sprint PCS Vision FAQs ........284 3C.
Page 9: Welcome To Sprint
Welcome to Sprint Sprint has the most complete, all-digital wireless network in the nation. Depend on it. Sprint is committed to bringing you the best wireless technology available. We built our complete, nationwide network from the ground up, so all your services – whether it’s Voicemail, Caller ID, email, or Sprint PCS Picture Mail –...
Page 10: Introduction
Introduction This Phone Guide introduces you to Sprint PCS Service and all the features of your new phone. It’s divided into four sections: Section 1: Getting Started Section 2: Your Sprint PCS Phone Section 3: Sprint PCS Service Features Section 4: Safety Guidelines and Warranty Information Throughout this guide, you’ll find tips that highlight special shortcuts and timely reminders to help you make the most of your new phone and service.
Page 11: Section 1: Getting Started
Section 1 Getting Started...
Page 13: Setting Up Service
Section 1A Setting Up Service In This Section Getting Started With Sprint PCS Service Setting Up Your Voicemail Sprint PCS Account Passwords Getting Help Setting up service on your new Sprint PCS Phone is quick and easy.This section walks you through the necessary steps to unlock your phone, set up your voicemail, establish passwords, and contact Sprint for assistance with your Sprint PCS Service.
Page 14: Getting Started With Sprint Pcs Service
Getting Started With Sprint PCS Service Determining if Your Phone is Already Activated If you purchased your phone at a Sprint Store, it is probably activated, unlocked, and ready to use. If you received your phone in the mail, it probably has been activated; all you need to do is unlock it.
Page 15: Setting Upyour Voicemail
Setting UpYour Voicemail All unanswered calls to your Sprint PCS Phone are automatically transferred to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. Therefore, you will want to set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your Sprint PCS Phone is activated.
Page 16: Sprint Pcs Account Passwords
5 for more information on your voicemail password. Sprint PCS Vision Password With your MM-8300 by Sanyo, you may elect to set up a Sprint PCS Vision Password. This optional password may be used to authorize purchase of Premium Services content and to protect personal information on multi-phone accounts.
Page 17: Getting Help
Getting Help Visit www.sprintpcs.com You can go online to: Access your account information Check your minutes used (depending on your Sprint PCS Service Plan) View and pay your bill Make your life easier by enrolling in Sprint PCS Online Billing and Automatic Payment Purchase accessories Shop for the latest Sprint PCS Phones View available Sprint PCS Service Plans and options...
Page 18 Receiving Automated Invoicing Information For your convenience, your phone gives you access to invoicing information on your Sprint PCS Account. This information includes balance due, payment received, invoicing cycle, and an estimate of the number of minutes used since your last invoicing cycle. (Normal airtime usage will apply.) To access automated invoicing information: Press...
Page 19 Sprint PCS Operator Services Sprint PCS Operator Services provides assistance when placing collect calls or when placing calls billed to a local telephone calling card or third party. To access Sprint PCS Operator Services: Press For more information or to see the latest in products and services, visit us online at www.sprintpcs.com Note:...
Page 21: Section 2: Your Sprint Pcs Phone
Section 2 Your Sprint PCS Phone...
Page 23: Your Sprint Pcs Phone: The Basics
Section 2A Your Sprint PCS Phone: The Basics In This Section FrontView of Your Phone Viewing the Display Screen Features of Your Sprint PCS Phone Turning Your Phone On and Off Using Your Phone’s Battery and Charger Displaying Your Phone Number Changing the Faceplate Making and Answering Calls Entering Text...
Page 24: Front View Of Your Phone
Front View of Your Phone 1. Earpiece S p r i n t A u g 2 9 , 0 5 ( M o n ) 1 0 : 3 0 a m 2. Main LCD Memo 3. Softkey (left) 17.
Page 25: Key Functions
Key Functions Earpiece lets you hear the caller and automated prompts. Main LCD (display) displays the phone’s main menu, features, modes, etc. Softkey (left) lets you select the menu corresponding to the bottom left line on the Main LCD. Navigation Key lets you navigate quickly and easily through the menu options.
Page 26: Low Light
Side Camera Key lets you activate the camera and video mode and take pictures and videos. BACK Key lets you display the previous page or clear characters from the screen. Side Call Key lets you place calls without opening the phone.
Page 27: Viewing The Display Screen
Viewing the Display Screen Your phone’s display screen provides a wealth of information about your phone’s status and 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 >...
Page 28 indicates you have schedule events or call alarms. indicates you have alarm clock notifications. indicates you have new picture messages. indicates you have new voicemail messages. Press and hold to call your voicemail box. indicates you have new text messages. indicates you have picture messages, voicemail messages, and text messages.
Page 29: Features Of Your Sprint Pcs Phone
Features of Your Sprint PCS Phone Congratulations on the purchase of your Sprint PCS Multimedia Phone. The MM-8300 by Sanyo is lightweight, easy-to-use, and reliable, and it also offers many significant features and service options. The following list previews some...
Page 30 Sprint PCS Voice Command lets you dial phone numbers by speaking someone’s name or the digits of their phone number (page 287). Games, ringers, screen savers, and other applications can be downloaded to make your Sprint PCS Phone as unique as you are (page 274).
Page 31: Turning Your Phone On And Off
Turning Your Phone On and Off Turning Your Phone On To turn your phone on: Press Once your phone is on, it may display “Looking for service...,” which indicates that your phone is searching for a signal. When your phone finds a signal, it automatically enters standby mode –...
Page 32: Using Your Phone's Battery And Charger
Using Your Phone’s Battery and Charger Battery Capacity Your Sprint PCS Phone is equipped with a Lithium Ion (LiIon) battery. It allows you to recharge your battery before it is fully drained. The battery provides up to 3.5 hours of continuous digital talk time (up to 2 hours in analog).
Page 33 Removing the Battery To remove your battery: Make sure the power is off so that you don’t lose any stored numbers or messages. Press the battery release latch up and remove the battery from the phone at a 45-degree angle. Charging the Battery Your Sprint PCS Phone’s LiIon battery is rechargeable and should be charged as soon as possible so you can begin using...
Page 34: Displayingyour Phone Number
Using the Charger To use the travel charger provided with your phone: Plug the round end of the AC adapter into the phone’s charger jack and the other end into an electrical outlet. icon on the phone lets you know the battery is charging.
Page 35: Changing The Faceplate
Changing the Faceplate Removing the Faceplate Press down on both edges of the faceplate and slide it to remove. Installing the Faceplate Fit the hooks into the notches and slide the faceplate until it snaps into place. Section 2A: Your Sprint PCS Phone – The Basics...
Page 36: Making And Answering Calls
Making and Answering Calls Making Calls Placing a call from your Sprint PCS Phone is as easy as making a call from any land line phone. Just enter the number and press , and you’re on your way to clear calls. To make a call using your keypad: Make sure your phone is on.
Page 37: Dialing Options
Dialing Options Dialing options are displayed when you press Options (right softkey) after entering numbers in the phone’s standby mode. To select an option, highlight it and press Abbrev. Dial to dial the phone number in your Contacts list that ends with the digits you entered. (See “Using Abbreviated Dialing”on page 42.) Call to dial the phone number.
Page 38: Answering Calls
Answering Calls To answer an incoming call: Make sure your phone is on. (If your phone is off, incoming calls go to voicemail.) Press to answer an incoming call. (Depending on your phone’s settings, you may also answer incoming calls by opening the phone or by pressing any number key.) To answer an incoming call with the flip closed: Make sure your phone is on.
Page 39 When receiving a call, the following options are also displayed by pressing Options (right softkey). To select an option, highlight it and press Call Guard to answer the call when you are in roaming mode. (See page 98 for setting Call Guard.) Answer to answer the call.
Page 40 Setting Answer on Hold This feature allows you to hold an incoming call when you cannot answer immediately. To set Answer on Hold: When you receive an incoming call, press Options (right softkey). Highlight Answer on Hold and press . (The caller hears a message to wait your answer.
Page 41: Using The Speakerphone
Using the Speakerphone The speakerphone feature lets you hear audio through the speaker and talk without holding the phone. When the speakerphone is activated, use the volume control keys on the side of the phone to adjust the volume. To turn the speakerphone on during a call: Press –...
Page 42: Changing The Ringer Volume
Changing the Ringer Volume To change the ringer volume, press the Side Volume key when the phone is open and in standby mode. Note: To change the ringer volume from the main menu, see “Adjusting the Phone’s Volume Settings”on page 54. Adjusting Volume During a Conversation When you need to adjust the receiver volume during a conversation, use the side volume key, or press the navigation...
Page 43: Missed Call Notification
Missed Call Notification When an incoming call is not answered, the Missed Call log and the icon are displayed on your screen. To call the Missed Call entry: Press Tip: If you have two or more notifications, the event list will appear. To erase the Missed Call log: Press Dismiss (right softkey).
Page 44: Calling Emergency Numbers
Calling Emergency Numbers You can place calls to 911 (dial and press WXYZ ), even if your phone is locked or your account is restricted. When you place an emergency call, your phone automatically enters Emergency mode. Press Options (right softkey) to display the options. To select an option, highlight it and press Speaker On to activate speakerphone mode.
Page 45 To select Emergency mode options: Press during a 911 call. Press Options (right softkey). Call 911 to call 911. Call 911:Speaker to call 911 in speakerphone mode. Exit Emergency to exit Emergency mode. Highlight an option and press In-Call Options Pressing Options (right softkey) during a call displays a list of features you may use during the course of a call.
Page 46 Messaging to access the Messaging menu. (See “Sprint PCS Messaging”on page 269.) Settings to access the Settings menu. (See “Controlling Your Phone’s Settings”on page 49.) Tools/Extras to access the Tools/Extras menu. (See “Using the phone’s Calendar and Tools”on page 129.) Note: The Flash menu appears only for Call Waiting and Three-Way Calling.The Mute menu does not appear during a 911 call.
Page 47 Saving a Phone Number Your Sprint PCS Vision Phone can store up to 500 phone numbers in up to 300 Contacts entries (an entry may contain up to seven numbers). Each entry’s name can contain 16 characters. Your phone automatically sorts the Contacts entries alphabetically.
Page 48: Finding A Phone Number
Finding a Phone Number You can search Contacts list entries for phone numbers that contain a specific string of numbers. To find a phone number: Enter the last four or more digits of the number and press Options (right softkey). (The more numbers you enter, the more specific the search becomes.) Highlight Find and press .
Page 49: Plus Code Dialing
To dial or save phone numbers with pauses: Enter the phone number and press Options (right softkey). Highlight either Hard Pause or 2-Sec. Pause and press . (Hard pauses are displayed as a “H”and 2-second pauses as a “T”.) Enter additional numbers (for example, a passcode or an extension).
Page 50: Dialing From The Contacts Directory
Dialing From the Contacts Directory To dial directly from a Contacts entry: Press to access the main menu. Select Contacts. Select Find/Add Entry ( Shortcut: Press the navigation key right to list entries. Scroll to the desired entry in the Contacts list and press Select the number you want to call.
Page 51: Using Speed Dialing
Using Speed Dialing With this feature, you can dial your favorite entries using one key press for locations 2-9. (See “Assigning Speed Dial Numbers”on page 123.) To use speed dial for voice calls: From standby mode, press and hold the appropriate key for approximately two seconds.
Page 52: Using Abbreviated Dialing
Using Abbreviated Dialing Abbreviated Dialing is another form of speed dialing. It allows you to dial a number by entering the last 3-6 digits of any number in your Contacts directory. This feature becomes available when you enable Abbreviated Dialing and enter the appropriate digits of a phone number.
Page 53: Entering Text
Entering Text Selecting a Character Input Mode Your Sprint PCS Phone provides convenient ways to enter words, letters, punctuation, and numbers whenever you are prompted to enter text (for example, when adding a Contacts entry or when using Sprint PCS Mail and SMS Text Messaging). To change the character input mode: When you display a screen where you can enter text, press Mode (right softkey).
Page 54: Entering Characters Using T9 Text Input
Erase All to erase all text (if applicable). Paste to paste copied or cut text (if applicable). SelectText to select stored text for copying or cutting. Note: Preset Messages, Recent Messages, Signature and Emoticons are only available when composing text messages. Tip: When entering text, press the key to change letter...
Page 55 Adding a Word to the T9 Database If a word you want to enter does not display as an option when you are using T9 Text Input, you can add it to the database. To add a word to the T9 Text Input database: Select the Add Word mode.
Page 56 Customizing the T9 Settings To customize the T9 Settings: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select Others ( WXYZ Select Text Entry. Select T9 Settings. Select your desired option and press Predict.Txt Mode to allow T9 text input to recognize words you have added to the T9 database.
Page 57: Entering Characters By Tapping The Keypad
Entering Characters by Tapping the Keypad To enter characters by tapping the keypad: Select the Alphabet mode. (See “Selecting a Character Input Mode”on page 43.) Press the corresponding keys repeatedly until the desired letter appears (for example, to enter the word “Bill,” press twice, three times,...
Page 58 In Spanish mode, characters scroll in the following order: Spanish Sequence Upper Case Lower Case . , @ 1 ¿ ? ¡ ! A Á B C 2 a á b c 2 D E É F 3 d e é f 3 G H I Í...
Page 59: Controlling Your Phone's Settings
Section 2B Controlling Your Phone’s Settings In This Section Sound Settings Display Settings Location Settings Messaging Settings Airplane Mode TTY Use With Sprint PCS Service Phone Setup Options Using the menu options available on your Sprint PCS Phone, you can customize your phone to sound, look, and operate just the way you want it to.This section describes how you can change your phone’s settings to best suit your needs.
Page 60: Sound Settings
Sound Settings Ringer Types Ringer types help you identify incoming calls and messages. You can assign ringer types to individual Contacts entries, types of calls, and types of messages. Preprogrammed Ringers include a variety of standard ringer types and familiar music. Vibrating Ringer alerts you to calls or messages without disturbing others.
Page 61 To select a distinctive ringer for voice calls while roaming: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select Sounds ( Select Ringer Type ( Select Voice Calls. Select Roaming. Select Distinctive. (Select Normal to deactivate this feature.) Note: The Normal ringer is available only when you are in a digital roaming area.
Page 62: Selecting A Tone Length
Selecting Ringer Types for Voicemail, Messaging, or Calendar/Alarm To select a ringer type for voicemail, messaging, or calendar/alarm: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select Sounds ( Select Ringer Type ( Select Voicemail, Messaging, or Calendar/Alarm. Press , scroll to your desired ringer type, and press Selecting a Tone Length Your phone offers a number of options for selecting the...
Page 63: Using Voice Prompt
Setting a Start-up/Power-off Tone To set a start-up/power-off tone: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select Sounds ( Select Others ( Select Start-up Tone or Power-off Tone. Scroll to your desired tone and press Using Voice Prompt This feature allows you to hear voice prompts at Voice Memo, Screen Call setting, etc.
Page 64 Setting Up Key Press Echo With this feature, you can hear a voice say the numbers when you press the keypad. This feature is available when you are in standby mode. To turn Key Press Echo on or off: Press to access the main menu.
Page 65 To adjust the earpiece or speaker volume: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select Sounds ( Select Receiver Vol. ( Select either Earpiece or Speaker. Using the navigation key, choose a volume level and press Tip: You can adjust the ringer volume in standby mode (or the earpiece volume during a call) by using the Side Volume key.
Page 66: Alert Notification
Alert Notification Your Sprint PCS Phone can alert you with an audible tone when you change service areas, once a minute during a voice call, for incoming or missed Sprint PCS Ready Link calls, or when a call has been connected. To set alerts: Press to access the main menu.
Page 67: Silence All
Tip: You can select Once or Repeat Alert if you select Ready Link Calls, R-Link Missed, Voicemail, or Messaging. Repeat Alert sounds an alert every two minutes for twenty minutes. Silence All There may be times when you need to silence your phone entirely.
Page 68: Display Settings
Display Settings Changing the Text Greeting The text greeting can be up to fifteen characters and is displayed on your phone’s screen in standby mode. You may choose to keep the phone’s default greeting (“Sprint”), or you may enter your own custom greeting. To display or change your custom greeting: Press to access the main menu.
Page 69 Changing the BacklightTime Length The backlight setting lets you select how long the display screen and keypad are backlit after any key press is made. To change the Main LCD or Sub LCD backlight setting: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings.
Page 70: Changing The Display Screen Animation
Changing the Display Screen Animation Your new Sprint PCS Vision Phone offers options for what you see on the display screen during various phone functions. To change the animation display: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select Display ( Select Animation.
Page 71: Changing The Display For Area Name
Changing the Display for Area Name This feature enables you to show the area of the phone number you are calling or are called from when the number is not registered in your Contacts list. For example, a call to or from 213-555-5555 will display “California.”...
Page 72: Changing The Display For Standby Mode
Changing the Display for Standby Mode This feature enables you to select a variety of items to display in standby mode. To set your standby display: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select Display ( Select Standby Display. Select Main LCD and select Others.
Page 73: Changing The Screen Saver
Changing the Screen Saver Your new Sprint PCS Phone offers you the option of displaying a screen saver while in standby mode. To change the screen saver: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select Display ( Select Standby Display. Select Main LCD or Sub LCD.
Page 74: Changing The Display For My Buddy
Changing the Display for My Buddy This feature enables you to see a funny animation on the Main LCD and Sub LCD by opening the flip. To activate or deactivate My Buddy: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select Display ( Select My Buddy.
Page 75: Changing The Font Size
Changing the Font Size You can change the font size settings for the message and browser. To change the font size: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select Display ( Select Font Size. Select either Messaging or Browser. Select your desired font size.
Page 76: Setting Return To Standby Mode
Setting Return to Standby Mode This feature allows you to select the way to return to standby mode. To set this feature: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select Display ( Select Return to Idle. A message appears. Press OK (left softkey) to continue. Select Automatically or End Key.
Page 77: Location Settings
Location Settings Your Sprint PCS Phone is equipped with a Location feature for use in connection with location-based services that may be available in the future. The Location feature allows the network to detect your position. Turning Location off will hide your location from everyone except 911.
Page 78: Messaging Settings
Messaging Settings Staying connected to your friends and family has never been easier. With your phone’s advanced messaging capabilities, you can send and receive many different kinds of text messages without placing a voice call. (For more information, see “Accessing Messaging”on page 269.) Your phone’s messaging settings make text messaging even faster and easier by letting you decide how you would like to be notified of new messages, create a signature with each...
Page 79 Adding a Customized Signature Each message you send can have a customized signature to reflect your personality. To add a customized signature to each sent message: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select Messaging ( PQRS Select Signature ( Press and select On.
Page 80 Managing Preset Messages Your phone is pre-set with twenty canned messages each in English and Spanish to help make sending text messages faster and easier. These messages, such as “Where are you?,” “Let’s get lunch.,”and “Meet me at,”can be customized or deleted to suit your needs.
Page 81: Setting A Callback Number
Setting a Callback Number With this feature, you can notify your recipients of your callback number with the text message. To set the callback number: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select Messaging ( PQRS Select Send Callback# ( Select an option from the following.
Page 82: Airplane Mode
Airplane Mode Airplane Mode allows you to use many of your phone’s features, such as Games, Voice Memos, etc., when you are in an airplane 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.
Page 83: Tty Usewith Sprint Pcs Service
TTY UseWith Sprint PCS Service A TTY (also known as a TDD or TextTelephone) is a telecommunications device that allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or who have speech or language disabilities, to communicate by telephone. Your phone is compatible with select TTY devices. Please check with the manufacturer of your TTY device to ensure that it supports digital wireless transmission.
Page 84 To turn TTY Mode on or off: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select Others ( WXYZ Select TTY. (You will see a message on the display.) Press OK (left softkey) to continue. Select Enable or Disable. Note: In TTY Mode, your phone will display the icon.
Page 85: Phone Setup Options
Phone Setup Options Shortcut Your phone offers you the option of assigning a shortcut key to a favorite or often-used function. Pressing the navigation key to the left in standby mode will launch your personally designated shortcut. To assign your shortcut key: Press the navigation key left.
Page 86: Auto Answer Mode
Auto Answer Mode You may set your phone to automatically pick up incoming calls in speakerphone mode or when connected to an optional hands-free car kit and headset. To set Auto Answer mode: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select Others ( WXYZ Select Auto Answer.
Page 87 Setting the Open/Close Flip Option This feature enables you to answer an incoming call by opening the flip or to end a call by closing the flip. To activate the Open Flip feature: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select Others ( WXYZ Select Open/Close Flip.
Page 88: Setting Any Key Answer
Setting Any Key Answer This feature allows you to answer incoming calls by pressing any key (except , softkeys and sidekeys). To turn any key answer on or off: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select Others ( WXYZ Select Any Key Answer.
Page 89: Setting The Text Entry
Setting the Text Entry To set the text entry: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select Others ( WXYZ Select Text Entry. Select your desired option and press Auto-Capital to set the auto-capital On or Off. My Words to set your original words (see page 45). Input Language to select the language (English or Spanish).
Page 90: Headset Mode
To set your prepend number: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select Others ( WXYZ Select Abbrev. Dial. Select Prepend. Select Enable. Select Prepend#. Enter a five- or six-digit number and press OK (left softkey). To deactivate this feature, highlight Disable during step 6 above.
Page 91 To set headset mode: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select Others ( WXYZ Select Headset Mode. Select Turbo Button. Select an option from the following. Voice Calls: Press the Turbo Button to activate Voice dial. Press twice to redial the last call. Press and hold the button to activate the Voice Memo.
Page 93: Setting Your Phone's Security
Section 2C Setting Your Phone’s Security In This Section Accessing the Security Menu Using Your Phone’s Lock Feature Restricting Calls Using Special Numbers Erasing the Contacts Directory Erasing All Downloads Resetting Your Pictures Account Resetting Your Phone Resetting and Locking Your Phone Through SMS Security Features for Sprint PCS Vision By using the security settings on your Sprint PCS Phone, you receive peace of mind without sacrificing flexibility.This...
Page 94: Accessing The Security Menu
Accessing the Security Menu All of your phone’s security settings are available through the Security menu. You must enter your lock code to view the Security menu. To access the Security menu: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select Security ( Enter your lock code to display the Security menu.
Page 95: Unlocking Your Phone
Unlocking Your Phone To unlock your phone: From standby mode, press Unlock (left softkey). Enter your lock code. Locking the Pictures and Videos Menu With this feature, you must enter your lock code when you access the Pictures and Videos menu. To lock the Pictures menu: From the Security Menu, select Lock Pic&Video ( Select Lock Now.
Page 96: Changing The Lock Code
Changing the Lock Code To change your lock code: From the Security Menu, select Others ( PQRS Select Change Lock ( Enter a new lock code (“1234”for example). Reenter the new code. Calling in Lock Mode You can place calls to 911, Sprint Customer Service, and to your special numbers when in lock mode.
Page 97: Restricting Calls
Restricting Calls There may be occasions when you want to limit the numbers your phone can call or from which it can receive calls. You can use the Restrict Calls setting to do just that. (The Restrict Calls setting does not apply to 911 or Sprint Customer Service.) To restrict calls: From the Security Menu, select Others ( PQRS...
Page 98: Using Special Numbers
Using Special Numbers Special numbers are important numbers that you have designated as being “always available.”You can receive calls from special numbers even if your phone is locked. You can save 3 special numbers in addition to your Contacts entries (the same number may be in both directories). To add or replace a special number: From the Security Menu, select Others ( PQRS...
Page 99: Erasing All Downloads
Erasing All Downloads You can use your phone’s security menu to erase all items you have downloaded to your phone. To erase all downloads: From the Security Menu, select Erase Download ( Press OK (left softkey) to continue. If you are certain that you would like to erase all items downloaded to your phone, select Yes.
Page 100: Resetting Your Phone
Resetting Your Phone Resetting the phone restores all the factory defaults, including the ringer types and display settings. The Contacts, Call History, Calendar, and Messaging are not affected. To reset your phone: From the Security Menu, select Reset Phone ( Press OK (left softkey) to continue.
Page 101 Sprint PCS Phone Number followed by “@messaging.sprintpcs.com.” To activate this feature, the following presetting is required: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select Security ( Enter your lock code. Select Others ( PQRS Select Found Me ( Select Reset/Lock ( Select Enable.
Page 102: Security Features For Sprint Pcs Vision
Security Features for Sprint PCS Vision Enabling and Disabling Sprint PCS Vision Services You can disable Sprint PCS Vision services without turning off your phone; however, you will not have access to all Sprint PCS Vision services, including Web and Sprint PCS Mail. Disabling Sprint PCS Vision will avoid any charges associated with Sprint PCS Vision services.
Page 103: Controlling Your Roaming Experience
Roaming is the ability to make or receive calls when you’re off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network.Your new dual band/tri- mode Multimedia Phone MM-8300 by Sanyo works anywhere on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network and allows you to roam on other analog and 1900 and 800 MHz digital networks where we’ve implemented roaming...
Page 104: Understanding Roaming
Understanding Roaming Recognizing the Roaming Icon on the Display Screen Your phone’s display screen always lets you know when you’re off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. Any time you are roaming, the phone displays the roaming icon ( ). If you are roaming on a digital system, the roaming icon will display along with the text Digital Roam, and on an analog system, with the text Analog Roam.
Page 105 Roaming on Analog Networks When you roam on analog networks, you will experience a similar quality provided by other analog carriers today. Although some features, such as Sprint PCS Vision and Sprint PCS Voice Command, will be unavailable, you can still make and receive calls and access voicemail.
Page 106 Checking for Voicemail Messages While Roaming When you are roaming off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network, you may not receive on-phone notification of new voicemail messages. Callers can still leave messages, but you will need to periodically check your voicemail for new messages if you are in a roaming service area for an extended period of time.
Page 107: Setting Your Phone's Roam Mode
Setting Your Phone’s Roam Mode Your Sprint PCS Phone allows you to control your roaming capabilities. By using the Roaming menu option, you can determine which signals your phone accepts. Set Mode Choose from three different settings on your dual- band/tri- mode phone to control your roaming experience.
Page 108: Controlling Roaming Charges Using Call Guard
Controlling Roaming Charges Using Call Guard Your phone has two ways of alerting you when you are roaming off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network: the onscreen roaming icon and Call Guard. Call Guard makes it easy to manage your roaming charges by requiring an extra step before you can place or answer a roaming call.
Page 109 To answer incoming roaming calls with Call Guard on: Press Options (right softkey), highlight Answer or Answer:Speaker, and press – or – Press Press to proceed while the pop-up message is displayed. Reminder: If the Call Guard feature is set to On , you need to take extra steps to make and receive roaming calls.
Page 111: Navigating Through Menus
Every function and feature of your Sprint PCS Phone can be accessed through an onscreen menu.This section is a road map to using your MM-8300 by Sanyo. Please take a few moments to learn your way around and you’ll find your phone easier to use.
Page 112: Menu Navigation
Menu Navigation The navigation key on your Sprint PCS Phone allows you to scroll through menus quickly and easily. The scroll bar at the right of the menu keeps track of your position in the menu at all times. To navigate through a menu, simply press the navigation key up or down.
Page 113: Viewing The Menus
Shortcuts Use your navigation key to quickly access your phone’s menus. Right to take a shortcut to the Contacts menu. Left to take a shortcut to the My Shortcut menu. (See page 75 for setting.) Up to take a shortcut to the Messaging menu. Down to take a shortcut to the Downloads menu.
Page 114 3. My Pictures 4. My Videos 5. Online Albums 6. Prints by Mail 7. Settings & Info 8. Wap Link 1-3 (If applicable) 6. Downloads 1. Games 2. Ringers 3. Screen Savers 4. Applications 5. Call Tones 6. Dynamic 1-11 (If applicable) 7.
Page 115 2. Net Guard 3. Update Profile 4. Ready Link 1. Enable/Disable 2. List Update 3. Sounds 4. Speakerphone 5. Default View 6. Floor Display 7. R-Link Guard 8. Restart 9. Help 5. Location 6. Roaming 1. Set Mode 2. Call Guard 7.
Page 116 10.Language 0. Phone Info 1. Phone#/User ID 2. Help 3. Version 4. Advanced 9. Tools/Extras 1. Voice Services 1. Voice Memo 2. Screen Call 3. Voice Dial 2. Calendar 3. Alarm Clock 4. Calculator 5. Stop Watch 6. World Clock 7.
Page 117: Managing Call History
Section 2F Managing Call History In This Section Viewing History Call History Options Making a Call From Call History Saving a Phone Number From Call History Prepending a Phone Number From Call History Erasing Call History The Call History keeps track of incoming calls, calls made from your Sprint PCS Phone, and missed calls.This section guides you through accessing and making the most of your Call History.
Page 118: Viewing History
Viewing History You’ll find the Call History feature very helpful. It is a list of the last 20 voice calls and the last 10 Ready Link calls for calls you placed, accepted, or missed. Call History makes redialing a number fast and easy. It is continually updated as new numbers are added to the beginning of the list and the oldest entries are removed from the bottom of the list.
Page 119: Call History Options
Call History Options For additional information and options on a particular call, highlight a Call History entry and press . This feature displays the date and time of the call, the phone number (if available), and the caller’s name (if the number is already in your Contacts List).
Page 120: Making A Call From Call History
Making a Call From Call History To place a call from Call History: Press to access the main menu. Select Call History. Select Outgoing ( ), Incoming ( ), or Missed ( Scroll to the entry you want to call. Press –...
Page 121: Saving A Phone Number Fromcall History
Saving a Phone Number FromCall History Your Sprint PCS Vision Phone can store up to 500 phone numbers in up to 300 Contacts entries (an entry may contain up to seven numbers). Each entry’s name can contain sixteen characters. To save a phone number from Call History: Press to access the main menu.
Page 122: Prepending A Phone Number From Call History
Prepending a Phone Number From Call History If you need to place a call from Call History and you happen to be outside your local area code, you can add the appropriate prefix by prepending the number. To prepend a phone number from Call History: Press to access the main menu.
Page 123: Erasing Call History
Erasing Call History To erase individual Call History entries, see “Call History Options”on page 109. To erase Call History: Press to access the main menu. Select Call History. Select Erase History ( Select Outgoing ( ), Incoming ( ), Missed ( or All ( Highlight Voice Calls or Ready Link and press Voice Calls to erase call history for voice calls.
Page 125: Using The Contacts Directory
Section 2G Using the Contacts Directory In This Section Displaying the Contacts List Adding a New Contacts Entry Finding Contacts List Entries Contacts List Entry Options Adding a Phone Number to a Contacts Entry Editing a Contacts Entry Erasing a Contacts Entry From the List Assigning Speed Dial Numbers Assigning an Image to a Contacts Entry Selecting a Ringer for an Entry...
Page 126: Displaying The Contacts List
Displaying the Contacts List To display your contacts list: Press the navigation key right. – or – Press to access the main menu. Select Contacts. Select Find/Add Entry ( Adding a New Contacts Entry Your Sprint PCS Vision Phone can store up to 500 phone numbers in up to 300 Contacts entries (an entry may contain up to seven numbers).
Page 127: Finding Contacts List Entries
Finding Contacts List Entries There are several ways to display your Contacts entries: by name, by speed dial number, by Sprint PCS Ready Link List, and by voice tags. Follow the steps outlined in the sections below to display entries from the Contacts list menu. Finding Names To find Contacts list entries by name: Press the navigation key right to display the...
Page 128 To find Sprint PCS Ready Link List entries: Press the navigation key right to display your Contacts list. Press Go to (left softkey). Highlight your desired list and press Phone Book to display the Contacts list. Company List to display the Company List. Company Grps.
Page 129 Finding Speed Dial Numbers To find phone numbers you have stored in speed dial locations: Press to access the main menu. Select Contacts. Select Speed Dial #s ( ). (The Speed Dial numbers list appears.) Finding Voice Tags To find Voice Tags in your phone: Press to access the main menu.
Page 130: Contacts List Entry Options
Contacts List Entry Options To access a contact’s options, display the Contacts list, highlight an entry and press . Then select a phone number and press Options (right softkey). To select an option, highlight it and press Edit to edit the selected entry. Call to dial the selected number.
Page 131: Adding A Phone Number To A Contacts Entry
Adding a Phone Number to a Contacts Entry To add a phone number to an entry: Press the navigation key right to display the Contacts list. Scroll to the entry you wish to add and press Select a phone number, press Options (right softkey), highlight Edit, and press Select the label field you want to add.
Page 132: Editing A Contacts Entry
Editing a Contacts Entry To make changes to an entry: Press the navigation key right. Scroll to the entry you wish to edit and press Select a phone number, press Options (right softkey), highlight Edit, and press – or – Select an email address or Web address and press Edit (right softkey).
Page 133: Assigning Speed Dial Numbers
Assigning Speed Dial Numbers With this feature you can dial Contacts Directory entries with one key press for locations 2-9. For details on how to make calls using speed dial numbers, see “Using Speed Dialing”on page 41. To assign Speed Dial: Press to access the main menu.
Page 134: Assigning An Image To A Contacts Entry
Assigning an Image to a Contacts Entry You can assign an image to a Contacts entry. The image is displayed when the entry calls you. To assign an image for an entry: Press the navigation key right. Select the entry for which you want to assign the image and press Press Options (right softkey), highlight Edit, and press...
Page 135: Selecting A Ringer For An Entry
Selecting a Ringer for an Entry You can assign a ringer type to a Contacts entry so you can identify the caller by the ringer type. (See “Ringer Types”on page 50.) To select a ringer type for an entry: Press the navigation key right. Select the entry for which you want to set the incoming ringer and press Press Options (right softkey), highlight Edit, and...
Page 136: Secret Contacts Entries
Secret Contacts Entries You can hide an entry’s phone number(s) and require your lock code to edit the entry by making it secret. The entry name is still displayed, but the entry’s phone numbers are replaced with “<Secret>”. To make an entry secret: Press the navigation key right.
Page 137: Dialing Sprint Pcs Services
Dialing Sprint PCS Services Your Contacts list is preprogrammed with contact numbers for various Sprint PCS Services. You must be in digital mode to access Sprint PCS Services. To dial a service: Press to access the main menu. Select Contacts. Select Services ( Select Cust Service ( ), Dir Assistance (...
Page 139: Using The Phone's Calendar And Tools
Section 2H Using the Phone’s Calendar and Tools In This Section Using Your Phone’s Calendar Personal Information Management Using Your Phone’s Tools Your Sprint PCS Phone is equipped with several 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.
Page 140: Using Your Phone's Calendar
Using Your Phone’s Calendar Displaying Your Calendar To display your calendar: Press to access the main menu. Select Tools/Extras. Select Calendar ( Adding an Event to the Calendar Your Calendar helps organize your time and reminds you of important events (up to 100 events). To add an event: From the Calendar display (see above), select the day you want to add an event and press Options (right...
Page 141 Select the following items. Description to enter a description of your event (up to 14 characters). From to schedule the start time. To to schedule the end time. Location to edit the location of your event (up to 14 characters). Alarm to select your desired ringer.
Page 142: Event Alerts
Event Alerts There are several ways your Sprint PCS Vision Phone alerts you of scheduled events: By playing the alert tone (depending on the Ringer Type and Ringer Volume setting). By blinking the LED. By displaying the event’s description on the Main LCD or Sub LCD.
Page 143: Adding A Call Alarm To The Calendar
Adding a Call Alarm to the Calendar You can set call alarms to notify you when you need to place a call. The call alarm will let you know when and to whom to place a scheduled call. You can set up to 15 call alarms. To add a call alarm to the calendar: From the Calendar display (see page 130), select the day you want to add an event and press Options (right...
Page 144: Call Alarm Alerts
Call Alarm Alerts There are several ways your Sprint PCS Phone alerts you of a scheduled call alarm: By playing the alert tone (depending on the Ringer Type and Ringer Volume setting). By blinking the LED. By displaying the call alarm notification on the Main LCD or Sub LCD.
Page 145: Editing An Event Or Call Alarm
Editing an Event or Call Alarm To edit an event or call alarm: From the Calendar display (see page 130), select the date for which you set events and press Select one of the events or call alarms. (The event or call alarm details appear.) Select the information you want to edit.
Page 146 Erasing an Event or Call Alarm To erase a scheduled event or call alarm: From the Calendar display (see page 130), select the date for which you set events and press Select one of the events or call alarms and press Options (right softkey).
Page 147: Adding A To Do List Item To The Calendar
Adding a To Do List Item to the Calendar To add your To Do List item to the calendar: From the To Do List display , select the item you want to add to the schedule and press Options (right softkey). Highlight Add To Schedule and press Add To Schedule to extract the item from the To Do List and make it a scheduled event.
Page 148: Viewing Memory In Your Calendar
Viewing Memory in Your Calendar To view available memory space and options: From the Calendar display (see page 130), press Options (right softkey). Highlight View Memory and press Select Schedule ( ), Call Alarm ( ), or To Do List ( ).
Page 149 Purging All Events, Call Alarms, or To Do List Items To delete all scheduled events, call alarms, or To Do List items: From the Calendar display (see page 130), press Options (right softkey). Highlight Erase Memory and press Select one item from the options. Erase Old ( ) deletes old events, call alarms, and To Do List items that are done.
Page 150: Personal Information Management
Personal Information Management Displaying Your User Address To display the phone’s current user address: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select Phone Info ( Select Phone#/User ID ( If you sign out, <PCS Vision Disabled> appears on the display.
Page 151: Displaying The Version Information
Displaying the Version Information To display the version number of the software, hardware, PRL (Preferred Roaming List), PRI (Product Release Instructions), etc., installed on your Sprint PCS Phone: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select Phone Info ( Select Version ( Displaying Advanced Information To display advanced information such as technology and...
Page 152: Using Your Phone's Tools
Using Your Phone’s Tools In addition to helping you be more efficient and organized, your Sprint PCS Vision Phone offers useful and entertaining tools. Using the Alarm Clock Your phone comes with a built-in alarm clock with alarm capabilities. You can set up to 5 alarms. This feature is also available while your phone is turned off.
Page 153: Updating Your Phone
Press Dismiss (right softkey) to dismiss the alarm. Updating Your Phone Your MM-8300 by Sanyo allows you to update its software version over the air. You will be notified if a new software version is available for your phone. You can also check if an update is available through the Tools/Extras menu.
Page 154: Using The Stop Watch
Using the Stop Watch To start the stop watch: Press to access the main menu. Select Tools/Extras. Select Stop Watch ( Press Start (left softkey) to start the stop watch operation. Press Stop (left softkey) to stop the stop watch operation.
Page 155: Using The Calculator
Using the Calculator Your phone comes with a built-in calculator. To use the calculator: Press to access the main menu. Select Tools/Extras. Select Calculator ( Enter numbers using your keypad. (Press the left softkey to insert a decimal point.) Press the appropriate navigation key for an arithmetic option (Up for addition, Down for subtraction, Left for multiplication, Right for division).
Page 157: Using Your Phone's Voice Services
Section 2I Using Your Phone’s Voice Services In This Section Using Voice-Activated Dialing Managing Voice Memos Setting Up Screen Call Your Sprint PCS 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.
Page 158: Using Voice-Activated Dialing
Using Voice-Activated Dialing In addition to Sprint PCS Voice Command (see page 287), you can use a voice dial tag to automatically dial a phone number in your Contacts List. (A voice dial tag is a command you record and use to place calls without using the keypad.) Your phone can store up to 30 voice dial tags.
Page 159: Reviewing Voice Dial Tags
Respond to the prompt by repeating the name after the beep. Enter or highlight the Voice Dial entry (name) in the Contacts List and press Select the number you want to assign to the voice dial tag (Home, Work, Mobile, etc.) and press Reviewing Voice Dial Tags To review voice dial tags: Press...
Page 160: Erasing All Voice Dial Tags
Erasing All Voice Dial Tags To erase all voice dial tags: Press to access the main menu. Select Tools/Extras. Select Voice Services ( Select Voice Dial ( Select Erase All ( Select Yes to erase all recorded voice dial tags; select No to cancel.
Page 161: Managing Voice Memos
Managing 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. Recording Voice Memos To record a voice memo: Press to access the main menu. Select Tools/Extras.
Page 162: Reviewing Voice Memos
Reviewing Voice Memos To play the voice memos you have recorded: Press to access the main menu. Select Tools/Extras. Select Voice Services ( Select Voice Memo ( Select Play or Play:Speaker. Select the memo you want to play. – or – Select All to play all memos continuously.
Page 163: Setting Up Screen Call
Setting Up Screen Call This feature enables you to screen incoming calls by using a recorded announcement, either one that is pre-recorded or one that you record. Activating Screen Call To start Screen Call when you have incoming calls: When the phone rings or vibrates, press Options (right softkey) to display the options.
Page 164: Selecting An Announcement For Screen Call
Selecting an Announcement for Screen Call To select a Screen Call announcement: Press to access the main menu. Select Tools/Extras. Select Voice Services ( Select Screen Call ( Select Announcement. Depending on your preference, select Pre-Recorded ( ) or Custom ( Section 2I: Using Your Phone’s Voice Services...
Page 165 Recording Your Name for a Pre-Recorded Announcement You can use a pre-recorded announcement with or without your name. If you record your name, your phone uses your name recording to announce that you are not available to answer the call. To record your name: Press to access the main menu.
Page 166: Recording A Customized Announcement
Recording a Customized Announcement To record an announcement: Press to access the main menu. Select Tools/Extras. Select Voice Services ( Select Screen Call ( Select Announcement. Highlight Custom and press Edit (right softkey). Highlight Record and press When an announcement has already been recorded, select Yes or No to overwrite the existing recording.
Page 167: Reviewing An Announcement
Reviewing an Announcement To review an announcement: Press to access the main menu. Select Tools/Extras. Select Voice Services ( Select Screen Call ( Select Announcement. Highlight Pre-Recorded or Custom and press Edit (right softkey). Highlight Play or Play:Speaker and press Erasing an Announcement To erase an announcement: Press...
Page 169: Using Your Phone's Built-In Camera
Section 2J Using Your Phone’s Built-in Camera In This Section Taking Pictures Storing Pictures Recording Videos Storing Videos Sending Sprint PCS Picture Mail Managing Sprint PCS Picture Mail Your Sprint PCS Phone’s built-in camera gives you the ability to take full-color digital pictures, view your pictures using the phone’s display, and instantly send them to family and friends.
Page 170: Taking Pictures
Taking Pictures Taking pictures with your phone’s built-in camera is as simple as choosing a subject, pointing the lens, and pressing a button. You can activate the phone’s camera mode whether the phone is open or closed. To take a picture with the phone open: Press to access the main menu.
Page 171 Upload to Albums to upload the picture you just took to the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web site ). Depending on your www.sprint.com/picturemail settings, you may be prompted to accept a Sprint PCS Vision connection. Prints by Mail to order 4" x 6" prints of the pictures by mail and deliver them to any address you set up at Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web site.
Page 172 Creating Your Sprint PCS Picture Mail Password The first 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 Sprint PCS Vision Picture Phone. This password will also allow you to sign in to the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web site at to access and manage your www.sprint.com/picturemail...
Page 173: Camera Mode Options
Camera Mode Options When the phone is open and in camera mode, press Options (right softkey) to display additional camera options: Picture Mode to select picture mode from Normal, Night/Dark, Beach/Snow, Scenery, or Soft Focus. Flash to activate the flash. (See “Setting the Flash”on page 164 for details.) Zoom to zoom in on a subject.
Page 174 Camera Settings to select your settings. (See “Selecting Camera Settings”on page 169 for details.) Pics In Camera to go to your phone’s In Camera folder. (See “In Camera Folder”on page 172 for details.) Go to Camcorder to switch to video mode. (See “Recording Videos”on page 178 for details.) Key Guidance to indicate the key functions in camera mode.
Page 175 Setting the Self-timer To activate the Self-timer: From camera mode, press Options (right softkey). Highlight Self-timer and press Highlight the length of delay you want the timer to use (10 seconds or 5 seconds) and press To deactivate the Self-timer, highlight Off and press Press Start (left softkey) when you are ready to start the timer.
Page 176 Taking Multiple Shots This feature allows you to take up to nine continuous shots of one moment. When you take multiple shots, the icon will appear in the viewfinder. To take multiple shots: From camera mode, press Options (right softkey). Highlight Fun Tools and press Highlight Multiple Shots and press Note:...
Page 177 Taking Stitch Shots Stitch shot allows you to stitch separate images together. With this feature, your phone’s viewfinder is divided in two and you can shoot each part separately. When you shoot the first part, the camera displays a section of the previous part, so you can line up the next picture with the first one.
Page 178 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 the zoom from 1x to 20x. To use the zoom: From camera mode, press the navigation key right or left, or the side volume key up or down to adjust the zoom.
Page 179: Selecting Camera Settings
Setting Auto Delete With this feature, pictures and videos that have been uploaded to your online Sprint PCS Picture Mail account will be erased automatically from your phone. (Default setting is Off.) To set Auto Delete: Press to access the main menu. Select Picture&Video.
Page 180 Viewing Your Camera’s Status Area Display Camera Status Area 9. Taken/Remaining number of pictures 1. Flash 8. Memory Gauge 2. White Balance 7. Resolution 3. Brightness 6. Multiple Shots 4. Picture Mode 5. Self-timer Camera Icon Indication Function Icons Details On This Shot To use the flash for only one shot.
Page 181 Function Icons Details Night/Dark Use this setting in low light. Beach/Snow Use this setting in bright light. Picture Mode Scenery Use this setting for scenery from a distance. Soft Focus Use this setting to “soften” the picture. Numeric countdown will appear when the Self-timer self timer has been activated.
Page 182: Storing Pictures
Storing Pictures Your phone’s picture storage area is called My Pictures. There are two types of folders in My Pictures that can be used separately according to your needs: In Camera (see below) Saved to Phone (see page 176) In Camera Folder Once a picture is taken, it is automatically saved to the In Camera folder.
Page 183: In Camera Folder Options
In Camera Folder Options When you are viewing the In Camera folder, press Options (right softkey) to display the following options: Expand to switch to the Expand view mode. Thumbnail to switch to the Thumbnail view mode. Upload to Albums to upload pictures from the In Camera folder to the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web site ).
Page 184 Note: Pictures assigned as Picture ID or Screen Savers will automatically be copied to the Saved to Phone folder. Display/Edit to display the following options: Special Effects to apply special effects on your pictures. You can select from Color Tone, Fun Stamps, or Rotate.
Page 185 Go to Saved to Ph. to display the Saved to Phone folder. Go to Camera to activate Camera mode. Thumbnail View Name of the currently displayed folder Count of saved Currently Selected pictures picture Current picture Uploaded icon number Check Box File Size and Caption Left softkey...
Page 186: Saved To Phone Folder
Saved to Phone Folder When you assign a picture, it will automatically be saved in the Saved to Phone folder. The Saved to Phone folder allows you to store copies of pictures on your phone and to assign pictures to various phone tasks. To save a picture to the Saved to Phone folder: From the In Camera folder (see “In Camera Folder”on page 172), select a picture you wish to save to the Saved...
Page 187: Saved To Phone Folder Options
Saved to Phone Folder Options When you are viewing the Saved to Phone folder, press Options (right softkey) to display the following options: Set as to assign the picture. Select Picture ID or Screen Saver and press Display/Edit to edit or display your picture’s details. (See “In Camera Folder Options”on page 173 for details.) Delete to delete pictures in the Saved to Phone folder.
Page 188: Recording Videos
Recording Videos In addition to taking pictures, you can also record, view, and send videos to your friends and family with your phone’s built- in video camera. To record a video: Press to access the main menu. Select Picture&Video to access the Picture & Video menu.
Page 189 Upload to Albums to upload the video you just took to the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web site. Set as to assign the video. Select Ringer or Animation and press Playback to play back the video you just took. Delete to delete the video you just took. Videos In Camcord.
Page 190: Video Mode Options
Video Mode Options Several options are available from video mode. Press Options (right softkey) to display additional options: Video Mode to select video mode from Normal, Night/Dark, Beach/Snow, Scenery, or Soft Focus. Video Light to select a Video Light setting. Select On to light the video light.
Page 191: Selecting Camcorder Settings
Selecting Camcorder Settings To select your camcorder settings: From video mode, press Options (right softkey). Highlight Camcord.Settings and press Select an option from the following and press Resolution to select a file size (Good-176x144 or Medium-128x96) for a video. Video Quality to select video quality from Rich-15sec., Normal-20sec., or Economy-30sec.
Page 192 Viewing Your Video’s Status Area Display Video Status Area 9. Remaining Time/ Memory Gauge 1. Video Light 2. White Balance 8. Resolution 3. Brightness 4. Video Mode 7. Progress Bar 5. Volume 6. Recording Time Indicator Video Icon Indication Function Icons Details Video Light...
Page 193: Storing Videos
Storing Videos Your phone’s video storage area is called My Videos. There are two types of folders in My Videos that can be used separately according to your needs: In Camcorder (see below) Saved to Phone (see page 186) In Camcorder Folder Once a video is recorded, it is automatically saved to the In Camcorder folder.
Page 194: In Camcorder Folder Options
In Camcorder Folder Options When you are in the In Camcorder folder, several options are available. Press Options (right softkey) to display the following options: Expand to switch to the Expand view mode. Thumbnail to switch to the Thumbnail view mode. Send Video to send video files.
Page 195 Save to Phone to save the selected videos in the Saved to Phone folder. Go to Saved to Ph. to display the Saved to Phone folder. Go to Camcorder to activate video mode. Note: Upload to Albums and Save to Phone copy videos from your phone’s In Camcorder folder to your Saved to Phone folder or your online Sprint PCS Picture Mail account.
Page 196 Saved to Phone Folder When you assign a video, it will automatically be saved in the Saved to Phone folder. The Saved to Phone folder allows you to store copies of videos on your phone and to assign videos to various phone tasks.
Page 197 To review your stored videos in the In Camcorder folder: Press to access the main menu. Select Picture&Video to access the Picture & Video menu. Select My Videos ( Select Saved to Phone ( ). (Thumbnail stills will display, up to nine at a time.) Use your navigation key to scroll through and select a video.
Page 198: Sending Sprint Pcs Picture Mail
Sending Sprint PCS Picture Mail Once you’ve taken a picture, you can use the messaging capabilities of your Sprint PCS Vision Picture Phone to instantly share it with family and friends. You can send a picture to up to ten people at a time using their email addresses or their Sprint PCS Phone Numbers.
Page 199 Select one of the following options and press Phone Book Entry to select recipients from your Phone Book. Highlight a recipient and press select. Company List Ent. to select a recipient from your company list. Personal List Ent. to select a recipient from your personal list.
Page 200 Confirm the recipients, message, voice memo, and picture. To change a recipient, highlight the recipient, press the appropriate softkey, and follow the instructions in step 7 to select or edit the recipient. To change the text message, scroll to Message and press the appropriate softkey.
Page 201: Sending Pictures From Messaging
Sending Pictures From Messaging You can also send Sprint PCS Picture Mail from your phone’s Messaging menu. To send pictures from the Messaging menu: Press to access the main menu. Select Messaging to access the Messaging menu. Select Send Message ( Select Picture ( Select From My Pics.
Page 202: Sending Videos From The In Camcorder Folder
Sending Videos From the In Camcorder Folder To send videos from the In Camcorder folder: Press to access the Picture & Video menu. Select My Videos ( Select In Camcorder ( Highlight a video you wish to send and press .
Page 203: Sending Videos From Messaging
Sending Videos From Messaging To send videos from the Messaging menu: Press to access the main menu. Select Messaging to access the Messaging menu. Select Send Message ( Select Video ( Select From My Videos (The In Camcorder folder will display, with up to nine thumbnail videos per screen.) Use the navigation key to select the video you wish to send and press...
Page 204: Managing Sprint Pcs Picture Mail
Managing Sprint PCS Picture Mail Using the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web site Once you have uploaded pictures from your phone to your online Sprint PCS Picture Mail account at (see “In Camera Folder Options”on www.sprint.com/picturemail page 173), you can use your personal computer to manage your pictures.
Page 205 Managing Online Pictures and Videos From Your Phone You can use your phone to manage, edit, or share pictures and videos you have uploaded to the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web site at www.sprint.com/picturemail To view your online pictures and videos from your phone: Press to access the main menu.
Page 206: Uploading Pictures And Videos
Uploading Pictures and Videos To upload pictures: Press to access the Picture & Video menu. Select Online Albums ( Select Upload Pics ( ). (Thumbnail pictures will display.) Select the picture(s) you wish to upload and press Upload (left softkey). Highlight This Picture, Selected Pictures, or All Pictures and press Highlight “Uploads”Area and press...
Page 207: Downloading Your Online Pictures And Videos
Downloading Your Online Pictures and Videos From your online Sprint PCS Picture Mail albums display at , you can select pictures or videos www.sprint.com/picturemail to download to your phone’s folder. To download pictures from the Sprint PCS Picture Mail Web site: From the online pictures display, select the picture you wish to download and press Options (right softkey).
Page 208: Sending Online Sprint Pcs Picture Mail
Sending Online Sprint PCS Picture Mail To send pictures using the online Address Book: From the online Sprint PCS Picture Mail display at , select a picture you wish to www.sprint.com/picturemail send and press Send (left softkey). (See “Managing Online Pictures and Videos From Your Phone”on page 195.) Highlight Recipients and press Highlight Online Addr.
Page 209 To send videos from the online Address Book: From the online video display, select a video you wish to send and press Options (right softkey). (See “Managing Online Pictures and Videos From Your Phone”on page 195.) Highlight Send Video and press To complete and send the Sprint PCS Video Mail, follow steps 2-8 on page 198.
Page 210: Your Phone
Accessing Online Picture and Video Options From Your Phone To access your online Picture and Video options from your Sprint PCS Phone: Select a picture or video from your online Picture Mail (see “Managing Online Pictures and Videos From Your Phone”on page 195).
Page 211 Create Album to create a new album (from Uploads folder only). Online Albums to switch the display to the online album list. Note: The Sprint PCS Picture Mail options may vary depending on the item you select. To access your online Albums options from your Sprint PCS Phone: Display the album list in the Online Sprint PCS Picture Mail menu (see “Managing Online Pictures and Videos...
Page 213: Using Sprint Pcs Ready Link
Section 2K Using Sprint PCS Ready Link In This Section Getting Started With Sprint PCS Ready Link Making and Receiving a Sprint PCS Ready Link Call Adding and Editing Ready Link Contacts Erasing Ready Link List Entries Updating Your Sprint PCS Ready Link Lists Managing Sprint PCS Ready Link Settings Your Sprint PCS Vision Ready Link Phone gives you the ability to quickly connect with other Sprint PCS Ready Link users for...
Page 214: Getting Started With Sprint Pcs Ready Link
Getting Started With Sprint PCS Ready Link Sprint PCS Ready Link allows you to enjoy quick, two-way, “walkie-talkie-style”communication with your friends, family, and co-workers. You can make one-to-one or one-to- many calls (up to five others on the same call) to any other Sprint PCS Ready Link user, anywhere on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network.
Page 215: Ready Link Call Alerts
Preparing Your Phone for Sprint PCS Ready Link Service Every time you turn on your phone, your phone will identify itself and make itself available to the Ready Link network. When you turn on your phone in an area where Sprint PCS Ready Link service is available, your phone will display “Preparing Ready Link service...
Page 216 Main LCD Display during a Ready Link Call Sprint PCS Ready Link Main Screen Redial Contact Current List Contact Names Go to (left softkey) Options (right softkey) Sprint PCS Ready Link In-Call Screen Contact Name R-Link Number Floor Status Section 2K: Using Sprint PCS Ready Link...
Page 217: Making And Receiving A Sprint Pcs Ready Link Call
Making and Receiving a Sprint PCS Ready Link Call Displaying the Sprint PCS Ready Link List From standby mode, press R-Link (left softkey) or the Ready Link/Memo button on the side of your phone ) to access the Sprint PCS Ready Link List. Tip: The first time you access the list, the Sprint PCS Ready Link Help message will appear.
Page 218 Incoming shows the last 10 different Sprint PCS Ready Link calls you accepted. Missed shows the last 10 Sprint PCS Ready Link calls you missed. Note: icon next to the group name indicates a group. Making a Sprint PCS Ready Link Call (One-to-One Call) You can place a one-to-one Sprint PCS Ready Link call by entering a Sprint PCS Ready Link number or by selecting a...
Page 219 Note: During a Sprint PCS Ready Link call, the “floor”is the right to speak. When you see “Floor is open.,”the first person to press the Ready Link/Memo button can speak (while holding the button). Only the person who has the floor can speak.
Page 220: Group Call
Making a Sprint PCS Ready Link Call (Group Call) You can make a Sprint PCS Ready Link call to all members in a Group entry, which you have in your Sprint PCS Ready Link List. You can communicate with up to five members at a time. To place a Sprint PCS Ready Link Group call: Press R-Link (left softkey) or press Press Go to (left softkey), highlight the list from which...
Page 221 Making a Sprint PCS Ready Link Call by Entering a Number To place a Sprint PCS Ready Link call by entering a number: From standby mode, enter the Sprint PCS Ready Link number you want to dial. Press to place the Sprint PCS Ready Link call. Continue holding to take the floor and speak.
Page 222 Missed Call Notification for Sprint PCS Ready Link Calls When an incoming Sprint PCS Ready Link call is not answered, the Missed Call Notification and the icon are displayed on your screen. To call the last Missed Sprint PCS Ready Link call: Simply press while the Missed Call Notification is displayed.
Page 223: Receiving A Sprint Pcs Ready Link Call
Receiving a Sprint PCS Ready Link Call To receive a Sprint PCS Ready Link call: Make sure your phone’s Sprint PCS Ready Link mode is enabled (see “Setting Sprint PCS Ready Link Mode”on page 204). When you receive a Sprint PCS Ready Link call from a contact, “R-Link Call,”the contact’s name, and the Sprint PCS Ready Link number appear on the display.
Page 224: Sprint Pcs Ready Link Options
Sprint PCS Ready Link Options When you use Sprint PCS Ready Link, several user options are available by pressing Options (right softkey). To select an option, highlight it and press Copy to Personal to copy a contact to the Personal List. Copy Group appears when you copy a Company Group to the Personal Group List.
Page 225: Adding And Editing Ready Link Contacts
Adding and Editing Ready Link Contacts Copying an Entry to Your Personal List or Personal Group List You can copy an entry to your Personal Lists from several different sources. If the selected entry is already stored in the Personal Lists, the “copy”option does not appear. To copy an entry from the Sprint PCS Ready Link List: Press R-Link (left softkey) or press Press Go to (left softkey), highlight the list from which...
Page 226: Saving A Sprint Pcs Ready Link Number
Saving a Sprint PCS Ready Link Number You can save a Sprint PCS Ready Link number from the ending display to your Personal Lists. To save the number: From the end display, press Save (right softkey). Enter a name and press OK (left softkey). Press Save (left softkey).
Page 227: Adding A New Contact To Your Personal List
Adding a New Contact to Your Personal List You can store a total of 200 entries in the Personal Lists. To add a new Sprint PCS Ready Link contact: Press R-Link (left softkey) or press Press Go to (left softkey), highlight Personal List, and press Highlight <Add Contact>...
Page 228: Group List
Adding a New Group to Your Personal Group List You can add new groups to the Personal Group List. Each group can include up to five members. You can enter a group member directly or select the member from the Company List or Personal List.
Page 229 Scroll to the contacts you want to add and press Pick (right softkey) to include the entries. Press Done (left softkey) when you are finished selecting contacts, then press Update (left softkey) to update your Personal Group List with the new group entry. Tip: To add members directly, highlight <Add Members>...
Page 230: Editing A Group In Your Personal Group List
Editing a Group in Your Personal Group List To edit a group name: Press R-Link (left softkey) or press Press Go to (left softkey), then highlight Personal Grps. and press Scroll to the group entry you want to edit and press Options (right softkey).
Page 231 Highlight Edit and press Select the field you want to edit (Name or R-Link Number) and press Edit the entry, press OK (left softkey), and press Save (left softkey) to save your changes. Press Update (left softkey) to update your Personal Group List.
Page 232: Erasing Ready Link List Entries
Erasing Ready Link List Entries Erasing an Entry in Your Personal List or Personal Group List To erase a contact or a group: From the Sprint PCS Ready Link List, press Go to (left softkey), then highlight Personal List or Personal Grps. and press Scroll to the entry you want to erase and press Options (right softkey).
Page 233: Erasing A Sprint Pcs Ready Link List
Erasing a Sprint PCS Ready Link List You can erase all entries saved in the Sprint PCS Ready Link List (except Company List/Company Grps.). To erase a Sprint PCS Ready Link List: From the Sprint PCS Ready Link List, press Options (right softkey).
Page 234: Updating Sprint Pcs Ready Link Lists
Updating Sprint PCS Ready Link Lists Updating the Company List and Personal List To update your Company List and Personal List manually through the Sprint PCS Ready Link server: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select Ready Link ( Select List Update ( Section 2K: Using Sprint PCS Ready Link...
Page 235: Managing Sprint Pcs Ready Link Settings
Managing Sprint PCS Ready Link Settings Assigning Speed Dialing for Sprint PCS Ready Link Entries To assign Speed Dialing for Sprint PCS Ready Link entries: Press to access the main menu. Select Contacts. Select SpeedDial #s ( Select an unassigned number. When you highlight an assigned number and press , you’ll be asked whether you want to...
Page 236: Restarting The Ready Link Service
To use Speed Dial for a Sprint PCS Ready Link entry: From standby mode, press the appropriate speed dial key (locations 2-9) and press Restarting the Ready Link Service To restart the Sprint PCS Ready Link service: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings.
Page 237: Setting Ringer Types For Sprint Pcs Ready Link Calls
Setting Ringer Types for Sprint PCS Ready Link Calls Your Sprint PCS Phone provides a variety of ringer types that allow you to customize your ringer. To select a ringer type for Sprint PCS Ready Link calls: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings.
Page 238 Setting an Alert Notification for Sprint PCS Ready Link Calls Your phone can alert you with an audible tone when you receive a Sprint PCS Ready Link call. To set alerts for Sprint PCS Ready Link calls: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings.
Page 239 Setting the Speakerphone for Sprint PCS Ready Link Calls You can set the speakerphone on or off when Sprint PCS Ready Link call is activated. By default, the speakerphone is set to on. To set the speakerphone on or off: Press to access the main menu.
Page 240 Setting the Default View of the Sprint PCS Ready Link List You can select the default Sprint PCS Ready Link List when Sprint PCS Ready Link is launched. To select the default view of the Sprint PCS Ready Link List: Press to access the main menu.
Page 241: Using Your Phone's Built-In Media Player
Section 2L Using Your Phone’s Built-In Media Player In This Section Your Multimedia Channel Options Accessing Your Media Player’s Channel Listings Playing a Video or Audio Clip Multimedia FAQs Your Sprint PCS Vision Multimedia Phone’s built-in media player gives you the ability to listen to audio clips and view video clips right from your phone’s display.
Page 242: Your Multimedia Channel Options
Your Multimedia Channel Options Sprint PCS Vision Multimedia Service offers a variety of accessible audio or video channels, depending on your Sprint PCS Service Plan and multimedia subscriptions. Your subscription options include a comprehensive basic service as well as a full menu of a variety of additional channel options. Preview Channel:This free channel lets you sample clips from all of the available channels before you make a decision to subscribe.
Page 243: Accessing Your Media Player's Channel Listings
Accessing Your Media Player’s Channel Listings It’s easy to access and view the multimedia Channel Listings on your MM-8300 by Sanyo from the phone’s main menu. To access your media player and Channel Listings: Press from standby mode to display the phone’s main menu.
Page 244: Playing A Video Or Audio Clip
Playing a Video or Audio Clip To select and play a media clip: Press from standby mode to display the phone’s main menu. Select Media Player to display your Channel Listings. Use your keypad to enter a channel number (or use your navigation key to scroll to a channel and press If you have selected a channel that My Channels:...
Page 245: Multimedia Faqs
Multimedia FAQs How does my phone’s Multimedia Service differ from Video Mail? Multimedia Service lets you access high-quality video and audio clips provided by external sources. Video Mail lets you capture, upload and share videos that you personally create with your phone’s built-in camcorder. How am I charged for Multimedia Service? It depends on whether you sign up for a Sprint PCS Vision Plan.
Page 246 B. SprintTV Vision Plan: With this specific plan, you can play an unlimited number of video/audio clips on your phone’s display and, in addition to the Previews channel, this plan includes the SprintTV Channel, giving you a comprehensive selection of audio/video clips from a variety of brands you know.
Page 247 Channel, clips within the channel will continue to be available to you as long as you continue to pay your monthly channel subscription fee. Will I know if I’m receiving an incoming call while I’m viewing or listening to an audio clip? No.
Page 248 After purchasing access to an Available Channel for a monthly fee, do I receive any confirmation? That is, how do I know it has been purchased? The next time you access your media player’s Channel Listings, the purchased channel title and corresponding number will appear in the My Channels section.
Page 249 How can I cancel service if I decide I don’t want it? To cancel your Multimedia Service, visit and sign on to My PCS with your www.sprintpcs.com account number and password. From this page you have the ability to cancel the service and/or any Available Channels to which you subscribe.
Page 251: Section 3: Sprint Pcs Service Features
Section 3 Sprint PCS Service Features...
Page 253: Sprint Pcs Service Features: The Basics
Section 3A Sprint PCS Service Features: The Basics In This Section Using Voicemail Using SMS Text Messaging Using Caller ID Responding to Call Waiting Making a Three-Way Call Using Call Forwarding Now that you’ve mastered your phone’s fundamentals, it’s time to explore the calling features that enhance your Sprint PCS Service.This section outlines your basic Sprint PCS Service features.
Page 254: Using Voicemail
Using Voicemail Setting UpYour Voicemail All unanswered calls to your Sprint PCS Phone are automatically transferred to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. Therefore, you will want to set up your Sprint PCS Voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated.
Page 255: Voicemail Notification
Voicemail Notification There are several ways your Sprint PCS Phone alerts you of a new message: By displaying a message on the screen. By sounding the assigned ringer type. By the LED blinking red. By displaying at the top of your screen. New Voicemail Message Alerts When you receive a new voice message, your phone alerts you and prompts you to call your voicemail.
Page 256 RetrievingYour Voicemail Messages You can review your messages directly from your Sprint PCS Phone or from any other touch-tone phone. To dial from your Sprint PCS Phone, you can either speed dial your voicemail or use the menu keys. Using One-Touch Message Access Press and hold .
Page 257: Voicemail Button Guide
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 252. Date/Time Send Reply Advance Replay Rewind Forward PQRS WXYZ Erase Call Back Save Space Shift...
Page 258: Voicemail Options
Voicemail Options Your Sprint PCS Phone offers several options for organizing and accessing your voicemail. Using Expert Mode Using the Expert Mode setting for your personal voicemail box helps you navigate through the voicemail system more quickly by shortening the voice prompts you hear at each level.
Page 259 Press for Group Distribution Lists. Follow the voice prompts to create, edit, rename, or delete group lists. Sprint PCS Callback Return a call after listening to a message without disconnecting from voicemail. Press after listening to a message. (Once the call is complete, you’re returned to the voicemail main menu.) Voicemail-to-Voicemail Message Record and send a voice message to other Sprint PCS...
Page 260 Voicemail-to-Voicemail Message Forwarding Forward a voice message, except those marked “Private,”to other Sprint PCS Voicemail users. After listening to a message, press Follow the voice prompts to enter the phone number. Follow the voice prompts to record your introduction and forward the voice message. Voicemail-to-Voicemail Receipt Request Receive confirmation that your voice message has been listened to when you send, forward, or reply to other...
Page 261: Clearing The Message Icon
Extended Absence Greeting When your phone is turned off or you are off the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network for an extended period, this greeting can be played instead of your normal personal greeting. From the main voicemail menu, press for Personal Options.
Page 262: Voicemail Menu Key
Voicemail Menu Key Following the prompts on the voicemail system, you can use 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 Message Erase PQRS Callback...
Page 263 Greetings Personal Greetings Name Announcement Extended Absence Greeting Return to Personal Options Menu Shift Expert Mode (On/Off) Place a Call Disconnect Shift Section 3A: Sprint PCS Service Features – The Basics...
Page 264: Using Sms Text Messaging
Using SMS Text Messaging With SMS Text Messaging, you can use a person’s wireless phone number to send instant text messages from your Sprint PCS Phone to their messaging-ready phone – and they can send messages to you. When you receive a new message, it will automatically display on your phone’s screen.
Page 265: Composing Sms Text Messages
Composing SMS Text Messages To compose an SMS Text message: Press to access the main menu. Select Messaging. Select Send Message ( Select Text and select the entry method you prefer: Phone Book Entry to select a recipient from your Contacts list.
Page 266: Accessing Sms Text Messages
Select Message and compose a message or use the canned (pre-set) messages or smileys (icons). Press Mode (right softkey) for different character input mode. (See “Entering Text”on page 43.) To set the message priority, scroll to Priority and press Select Ordinary or Urgent and press Review your message and press Send (left softkey).
Page 267 Using Canned (Preset) Messages Preset messages make sending text messages to your friends, family, and co-workers easier than ever. To add and/or edit Preset Messages: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select Messaging ( PQRS Select Preset Msgs ( Highlight a message you wish to edit and press Enter your new message or changes and press OK (left softkey).
Page 268: Using Caller Id
Using Caller ID Caller ID allows people to identify a caller before answering the phone by displaying the number of the incoming call. If you 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: Press...
Page 269: Making A Three-Way Call
Making a Three-Way Call With Three-Way Calling, you can talk to two people at the same time. When using this feature, the normal airtime rates will be charged for each of the two calls. To make a Three-Way Call: Enter a number you wish to call and press Once you have established the connection, press .
Page 270: Using Call Forwarding
Using Call Forwarding Call Forwarding lets you forward all your incoming calls to another phone number – even when your phone is turned off. You can continue to make calls from your phone when Call Forwarding is activated. To activate Call Forwarding: Press Shift PQRS...
Page 271: Sprint Pcs Vision
Section 3B Sprint PCS Vision In This Section Getting Started With Sprint PCS Vision Accessing Messaging Downloading Premium Services Content Exploring the Web Sprint PCS Vision FAQs Sprint PCS Vision brings you clarity you can see and hear with advanced multimedia services.These features – including Sprint PCS Messaging, games, downloadable ringers and screen savers, and portable Web access –...
Page 272: Getting Started With Sprint Pcs Vision
Getting Started With Sprint PCS Vision With your Sprint PCS Vision Phone and Sprint PCS Service, you are ready to start enjoying the advantages of Sprint PCS Vision. This section will help you learn the basics of using your Sprint PCS Vision services, including managing your User name, launching a Vision connection, and navigating the Web with your Sprint PCS Vision Phone.
Page 273 Updating Your User Name When you change the programmed User Name and select a new one, you have to update your User Name through your Sprint PCS Phone. To update your User Name: Press to access the main menu. Select Settings. Select PCS Vision ( Select Update Profile ( Finding Your User Name...
Page 274: Launching A Sprint Pcs Vision Connection
Launching a Sprint PCS Vision Connection To launch a Sprint PCS Vision connection: Press to access the main menu. Select Web. (Your Sprint PCS Vision connection will launch and the Sprint PCS Vision home page will display.) The Sprint PCS Vision Home Page Shortcut: You can also press Web (right softkey) to launch the Web in standby mode.
Page 275: Net Guard
Though the browser is open, you are not currently in an active data session - that is, no data is being sent or received. As soon as you navigate to another page, the active session will launch and you will see the “Connecting...”message. Net Guard When you first connect to the Web, the Net Guard will appear to confirm that you want to connect.
Page 276: Sprint Pcs Vision Connection Status And Indicators
Sprint PCS Vision Connection Status and Indicators Your phone’s display lets you know the current status of your Sprint PCS Vision connection through indicators which appear at the top of the screen. The following symbols are used: Your Sprint PCS Vision connection is active (data is being transferred);...
Page 277: Navigating The Web
Navigating the Web Navigating through menus and Web sites during a Sprint PCS 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.
Page 278 Selecting Once you’ve learned how to use softkeys and scroll, you can start navigating the Web. To select on-screen items: Use the navigation key to highlight the desired item, then press the desired softkey button (or press Tip: You’ll find that the left softkey is used primarily for selecting items. This softkey is often labeled “Go.”...
Page 279: Accessing Messaging
Going Home To return to the Sprint PCS Vision home page from any other Web page: Press and hold – or – Press (right softkey) and select Home ( Sprint PCS Messaging Accessing Messaging Now you can send and receive emails and text messages and participate in Web-based chatrooms right from your Sprint PCS Vision Phone.
Page 280: Accessing Sprint Pcs Mail
Accessing Sprint PCS Mail Sprint PCS Mail allows you to perform many of the typical email functions from your Sprint PCS Vision Phone that you can from your personal computer. You can manage your Sprint PCS Mail account from your Sprint PCS Vision Phone or from your personal computer at www.sprintpcs.com To access Sprint PCS Mail from your phone:...
Page 281: Accessing Additional Email Providers
Accessing Additional Email Providers With Sprint PCS Vision, you can use popular email services such as AOL Mail, Yahoo! Mail, MSN Hotmail and EarthLink ® ® ® keep in touch, even while you’re on the go. To access email providers from your Sprint PCS Vision Phone: From the Sprint PCS Vision home page, select Messaging.
Page 282: Accessing Instant Messaging
Accessing Instant Messaging Sprint PCS Vision also provides you with access to popular instant messaging (IM) clients, including AOL Instant ® Messenger , MSN Messenger, and Yahoo! Messenger. ® ® To access instant messaging clients from your Sprint PCS Vision Phone: From the Sprint PCS Vision home page, select Messaging.
Page 283: Accessing Wireless Chatrooms
Accessing Wireless Chatrooms Sprint PCS Vision gives you the ability to join wireless chatrooms from your Sprint PCS Vision Phone, to send text messages and icons to chatroom participants, or to launch a one-on-one (private) chatroom. To access a chatroom from the browser: From standby mode, press Web (right softkey) to launch the browser.
Page 284: Downloading Premium Services Content
Downloading Premium Services Content With Sprint PCS Vision and your new Sprint PCS Vision Phone, you have access to a dynamic variety of Premium Service content, such as downloadable Games, Ringers, Screen Savers, and other applications. (Additional charges may apply.) The basic steps required to access and download Premium Service content are outlined below.
Page 285 Selecting an Item to Download You can search for available items to download in a number of ways: Featured displays a rotating selection of featured items. Categories allows you to narrow your search to a general category, such as Movie/TV Themes for Ringers or College Logos for Screen Savers.
Page 286 Select an option to continue: Once the item has been successfully downloaded and the Completed screen appears, select your desired option to assign the ringer or screen saver, run the application, listen to music, play the game, etc. Press to quit the browser and return to standby mode.
Page 287 To access My Content Manager: From the Sprint PCS Vision home page, select Downloads Select My Content Manager. (A list of your purchased items will display.) To download purchased content from My Content Manager: From the My Content Manager display (see above), highlight the item you wish to download and press .
Page 288: Exploring The Web
Exploring the Web With Web access on your Sprint PCS Vision Phone, you can browse full-color graphic versions of your favorite Web sites, making it easier than ever to stay informed while on the go. Follow sports scores and breaking news and weather and shop on your Sprint PCS Vision Phone anywhere on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network.
Page 289 browser menu offers additional functionality to expand your use of the Web on your Sprint PCS Vision Phone. Opening the Browser Menu The browser menu may be opened anytime you have an active Sprint PCS Vision session, from any page you are viewing. To open the browser menu: Press (right softkey).
Page 290: Text Message
History ( ). Keeps a list of links to your most recently visited sites. To navigate to a site, highlight it and press , then select Connect (left softkey). Refresh this page ( ). Reloads the current Web page. WXYZ More...
Page 291 Accessing a Bookmark To access a bookmark: Press (right softkey) to open the browser menu. Select View Bookmarks ( Scroll to highlight the bookmark you’d like to access and press OK (left softkey) to go to the Web site (or press the number corresponding to the bookmark you wish to access).
Page 292 Going to a Specific Web site To go to a particular Web site by entering a URL (Web site address): Press (right softkey) to open the browser menu. Select Go to URL... ( PQRS Select Address and press OK (left softkey). Use your keypad to enter the URL of the Web site you wish to go to and press Press OK (left softkey) again to go to the Web site.
Page 293 Adjusting the Browser Sound Volume To adjust the browser sound volume: Press (right softkey) to open the browser menu. Select More... ( Select Preferences and press OK (left softkey). Select Sound Volume and press OK (left softkey). Select your desired volume level by pressing the navigation key up or down and press Selecting Call Tones Call Tones allow you to select ringback tones heard by the...
Page 294: Sprint Pcs Vision Faqs
Sprint PCS Vision FAQs How will I know when my phone is ready for Sprint PCS Vision service? Your User name (for example, bsmith001@sprintpcs.com will display in the Phone#/UserID menu. Go to Settings > Phone Info > Phone#/User ID. How do I sign-in for the first time? You are automatically signed in to access Sprint PCS Vision services when you turn on your phone.
Page 295 When is my data connection dormant? If no data is received for 10 seconds, the connection goes dormant. When the connection is dormant, voice calls are allowed. (The connection may become active again quickly.) If no data is received for an extended period of time, the connection will terminate.
Page 297: Sprint Pcs Voice Command
Section 3C Sprint PCS Voice Command In This Section Getting Started with Sprint PCS Voice Command Creating Your Own Address Book Making a Call with Sprint PCS Voice Command Accessing Information Using Sprint PCS Voice Command With Sprint PCS, reaching your friends, family, and co- workers has never been easier –...
Page 298: Getting Started With Sprint Pcs Voice Command
Getting Started With Sprint PCS Voice Command With Sprint PCS Voice Command: You can store all your contacts’phone numbers, so you can simply say the name of the person you want to call. There’s no need to punch in a lot of numbers, memorize voicemail passwords, or try to dial while you’re driving.
Page 299: Creating Your Own Address Book
Creating Your Own Address Book You can program up to 500 names into your personal address book, with each name having up to five phone numbers. That’s 2,500 phone numbers, and with the advanced technology of Sprint PCS Voice Command, you can have instant access to all of them.
Page 300: Making A Call With Sprint Pcs Voice Command
Making a Call With Sprint PCS Voice Command To make a call with Sprint PCS Voice Command: Press and you’ll hear the “Ready”prompt. Shift After the “Ready”prompt, simply say, in a natural voice, “Call”and the name of the person or the number you’d like to call.
Page 301: Accessing Information Using Sprint Pcs Voice Command
Accessing Information Using Sprint PCS Voice Command To access information using Sprint PCS Voice Command: Press Shift Say “Call the Web”and choose from a listing of information categories like news, weather, and sports. – or – Simply say “Call news room,”“Call the weather,”“Call Sports Central,”etc.
Page 303: Section 4: Safety And Warranty Information
Section 4 Safety and Warranty Information...
Page 305: Safety
Section 4A Safety In This Section Getting the Most Out of Your Reception Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone Caring for the Battery Acknowledging Special Precautions and the FCC Notice Owner’s Record Phone Guide Proprietary Notice Part of getting the most out of your Sprint PCS Phone is learning how the phone works and how to care for it.This section outlines performance and safety guidelines that help you understand the basic features of your phone’s...
Page 306: Getting The Most Out Of Your Reception
Getting the Most Out of Your Reception Keeping Tabs on Signal Strength The quality of each call you make or receive depends on the signal strength in your area. Your phone informs you of the current signal strength by displaying a number of bars next to the signal strength icon. The more bars displayed, the stronger the signal.
Page 307 Maintaining Your Phone’s Peak Performance There are several simple guidelines to operating your phone properly and maintaining safe, satisfactory service. Hold the phone with the antenna raised, fully-extended, and over your shoulder. Try not to hold, bend, or twist the phone’s antenna. Don’t use the phone if the antenna is damaged.
Page 308: Maintaining Safe Use Of And Access To Your Phone
Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your Phone FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND POSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGE 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.
Page 309 Turning Off Your Phone Before Flying Turn off your phone before boarding any aircraft. To prevent possible interference with aircraft systems, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations require you to have permission from a crew member to use your phone while the plane is on the ground. To prevent any risk of interference, FCC regulations prohibit using your phone while the plane is in the air.
Page 310: Caring For The Battery
Caring for the Battery Protecting Your Battery The guidelines listed below help you get the most out of your battery’s performance. Use only Sprint-approved batteries and desktop chargers. These chargers are designed to maximize battery life. Using other batteries or chargers voids your warranty and may cause damage.
Page 311: Acknowledging Special Precautions And The Fcc Notice
Acknowledging Special Precautions and the FCC Notice FCC Notice This phone may cause TV or radio interference if used in close proximity to receiving equipment. The FCC can require you to stop using the phone if such interference cannot be eliminated. Vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (propane or butane) must comply with the National Fire Protection Standard (NFPA-58).
Page 312: Fcc Radiofrequency Emission
SAR values at or below the federal standard of 1.6 W/kg are considered safe for use by the public. The highest reported SAR values of the MM-8300 are: AMPS mode (Part 22): Head: 1.390 W/kg; Body-worn: 0.857 W/kg PCS mode (Part 24): Head: 1.330 W/kg;...
Page 313: Owner's Record
This will be helpful if you need to contact us about your phone in the future. Model: Sprint PCS Vision Multimedia Phone MM-8300 by Sanyo Serial No.: Phone Guide Proprietary Notice CDMA Technology is licensed by QUALCOMM Incorporated under one or...
Page 315: Manufacturer's Warranty
Section 4B Manufacturer’s Warranty In This Section Manufacturer’s Warranty Your Sprint PCS Phone has been designed to provide you with reliable, worry-free service. If for any reason you have a problem with your equipment, please refer to the manufacturer’s warranty in this section. For information regarding the terms and conditions of service for your Sprint PCS Phone, please visit and click on the “Terms &...
Page 316: Manufacturer's Warranty
Manufacturer’s Warranty Customer Limited Warranty SPRINT SPECTRUM, L.P., (Sprint) offers you a limited warranty that the enclosed subscriber unit (Product), including accessories in the product package, will be free from defects in material or workmanship as follows: SUBSCRIBER UNIT: A. SPRINT ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY: For a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase, Sprint will, at its option, either pay the parts and labor charges to any authorized PCS Phone service facility to repair or...
Page 317 material and workmanship); (ix) damage the result of fire, flood, acts of God or other acts which are not the fault of Sprint and which the Product is not specified to tolerate, including damage caused by mishandling and blown fuses; (x) consumables (such as fuses); or (xi) any Products which have been opened, repaired, modified or altered by anyone other than Sprint or a Sprint authorized service center.
Page 318 This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from State to State. For other Warranty Service Information, please call SPRINT CUSTOMER SERVICE at 1- 888- 211- 4727. Section 4B: Warranty...
Page 319 © 2005 Sprint. All rights reserved. No reproduction in whole or in part without prior written approval. Sprint, the logo design, Sprint PCS and Sprint PCS Vision are trademarks of Sprint Communications Company L.P. Sanyo is a registered trademark of Sanyo Electric Co.,Ltd. Section 4B: Warranty...
Page 321: Index
Index Call Tones 283 Call Waiting 258 Callback Number 71 Abbreviated Dialing 42, 79 Caller ID 258 Airplane Mode 72 Camera 159 Alarm Clock 142 Camera Mode Options Alert Notification 56 Answering Calls 28 Resetting Your Pictures Any Key Answer 78 Account 89 AOL Instant Messenger 272 Sending Pictures 188...
Page 322 Instant Messaging 272 FCCNotice 301 SMS Text Messaging 254 Sprint PCS Mail 270 Finding a Phone Number 38 Missed Call Notification 33 MSN Hotmail 271 Greeting 58 MSN Messenger 272 My Buddy 64 My Content Manager 276 Headset Mode 80 Help 7 Net Guard 265 Icon Definitions 140...
Page 323 Restricting Calls 87 Sprint PCS Services Ringer Types 50 Call Forwarding 260 Call Waiting 258 Roaming Analog Networks 95 Caller ID 258 Digital Networks 94 Customer Service 7 Directory Assistance 8 Setting Roam Mode 97 Operator Services 9 Sprint PCS Vision 261 Safety 295 Bookmarks 280 Saving a Phone Number 37...
Page 324 Voicemail Clearing the Icon 251 Expert Mode 248 Menu 252 Message Alerts 245 Notification 245 Options 248 Retrieving 246 Setting Up 5, 244 Volume Settings 54 Warranty 306 Launching 264 Navigating 267 World Clock 145 Yahoo! Mail 271 Yahoo! Messenger 272 Index...

Sanyo MM-8300 User Manual

Welcome to Sprint

Introduction

Section 1: Getting Started

Setting up Service

Section 2: Your Sprint PCS Phone

Your Sprint PCS Phone: the Basics

Controlling Your Phone's Settings

Setting Your Phone's Security

Controlling Your Roaming Experience

Navigating through Menus

Managing Call History

Using the Contacts Directory

Using the Phone's Calendar and Tools

Using Your Phone's Voice Services

Using Your Phone's Built-In Camera

Using Sprint PCS Ready Link

Using Your Phone's Built-In Media Player

Section 3: Sprint PCS Service Features

Sprint PCS Service Features: the Basics

Sprint PCS Vision

Sprint PCS Voice Command

Section 4: Safety and Warranty Information

Safety

Manufacturer's Warranty

Index

Quick Links

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Summary of Contents for Sanyo MM-8300