Pcs Phone Samsung I330 User Guide

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1. LED Indicator: The LED is used while charging the battery. For more 
information, see Charging the Battery on page 25.
2. Speaker: The speaker allows you to hear the other caller and the 
different ring tones and sounds offered by your phone.
3. Infrared Port: This option allows the handheld computer to accept 
information from another IR device through the use of beaming.
4. Stylus: The stylus acts like a mouse to navigate the PCS Phone. Use it 
to touch the screen to select the desired function.
5. Headset Jack: (located in the upper left side of the phone above the 
Voice Memo key.) Allows you to plug in an optional headset for safe, 
convenient hands-free conversations.
6. Voice Memo: Record a personal memo on the PCS Phone. Up to 15 
memos can be stored on the phone.
7. Signal Strength Indicator: This icon represents the signal strength by 
displaying bars. The more bars displayed, the better the signal 
strength.
8.  Volume Up/Down Key: Adjust the ringer volume in standby mode. 
Adjust the voice volume during a call. In a menu, scroll up or down to 
navigate through the menu options. Volume Keys also mute the ringer 
during an incoming call.
9. TALK Key: Place or receive a call. In standby mode, tap the key once to 
display the Outgoing call log. If you tap and hold the key down you 
will initiate Voice Dial.
10. Application Launcher: The Application Launcher displays the icons 
of the applications loaded on your phone.
11. Menu Launcher: The Menu Launcher displays the menu options 
associated with the screen that is displayed on the phone.
12.  Call Log: Displays the last 20 entries of outgoing, incoming, and 
missed calls.
13. Date Book: Automatically launches the Date Book and allows you to 
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14. Address Book: Automatically launches the Address Book and allows 
you to save names, addresses, phone numbers, e-mail addresses, and 
other information about your personal or business contacts.
15. Microphone: The Microphone allows the other caller to hear you 
clearly when you are speaking to them.
16. Antenna: The antenna allows you to send and receive calls and 
information while using your phone.
17. Battery Indicator: The battery indicator displays the amount of 
remaining battery charge left in your phone. When the battery icon is 
solid, the phone’s battery is fully charged. When it is clear, the phone’s 
battery is completely discharged.
18. Power/Backlight On/Off: This option allows you to turn the screen 
backlight Off. It will also turn off the screen if pressed once and then 
released.
19. Phone On/Off: Press and hold the button for more than two seconds 
to turn the phone On or Off. Press once and release to automatically 
display the phone screen.
20. END Key: Tap this button to end a call.
21. CLR Key: Tap the clear key once to delete the last number or tap and 
hold to delete all the numbers.
22. Numeric Keypad: Use these keys to enter numbers, letters, and 
characters.
23. Keyguard: Activates or deactivates the keyguard option. This keeps 
any keys from being pressed accidentally. During a call, this icon 
changes to the Mute function.
24. Speed Dial: Tap this icon to gain instant access to the Speed Dial 
screen.
25. Speaker Phone Key: This key allows you to turn the speaker phone 
On or Off during a conversation.
26. Memo: Automatically launches the Memo Pad application to allow 
you to create a quick note.
27. ToDo List: Automatically launches the ToDo List application and 
allows you to enter or check off an item from the list. 
						

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28. Up/Down Arrows: Allows you to scroll up or down or navigate 
through different applications.
29. Power /Accessory Interface Connector: This connector is used to 
connect power or any available accessory cable to your phone.
Viewing the Display Screen
Main LCD
This list identifies the symbols you’ll see on your main LCD screen.
Displays your current signal strength.The more lines you 
have, the stronger your signal.
Means your phone cannot find a signal.
Tells you a call is in progress.
Indicates you are “roaming” off the PCS 
Nationwide Network.
Indicates you have voicemail, text, numeric pages, or PCS 
Web Alert messages waiting. Tap   and select “Messages” 
to view pending voicemail and text messages or tap and hold 
 to dial voicemail box.
Indicates that 3G functionality is active.
Indicates that 3G functionality is dormant or inactive.
Indicates that you are receiving information.
Indicates that you are sending information.
Indicates your phone is in vibrate mode.
Shows your current battery charge strength. (Icon shown 
fully charged.)
Indicates that position location is active.
Indicates that position location is inactive.
Indicates that TTY option is On.
Launches the handheld computer application screen. Tap this 
to exit any screen and return to the main screen.
Launches the menu bar associated with each screen being 
displayed. Tap the Menu Launcher to display a drop down list 
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Launches the call history application screen. You can see 
missed, incoming, or outgoing call logs.
Activates the speaker phone option during a call. Cannot be 
activated unless connected to another caller.
Tap this icon to gain instant access to the Speed Dial screen.
Activates or deactivates the key lock option. This keeps any keys 
from being pressed accidentally.
Entering Data in the Graffiti Writing Area of your Phone
Using the On-screen Keyboard:
1.Open an application that requires data entry.
2.Tap “a” for alpha, or “1” for a numeric keyboard in the graffiti area.
3.The on-screen keyboard is displayed. Use the stylus to tap the desired 
keys.
4.Tap Done when finished.
Graffiti Writing
Graffiti is the method used to enter characters and symbols into the 
handheld computer. Use the stylus in the Graffiti writing area to enter 
characters on the display. To create letters, use the left side. For numbers, 
use the right side.
To learn more about Graffiti, and practice entering characters:
1.From the applications screen, tap the Graffiti Icon  .
2.Follow the instructions on the screen.
3.When finished, tap Done. 
						

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Using the Applications Launcher
The Application Launcher displays the icons of the applications loaded 
on your handheld computer. Any application can be started by going to 
the Application Launcher. Simply tap the Application Launcher icon   
and the main menu is displayed.
Features of Your I330
Congratulations on the purchase of your PCS Phone (SPH-I330). This 
phone is lightweight, easy-to-use, reliable and offers many significant 
features and service options:

Tri-Mode capability provides access to other PCS digital and analog 
networks where Sprint has implemented roaming agreements (page 
45).

A Complete Palm Powered™ color screen.

Software included in this package helps you stay organized and up-
to-date by synchronizing the PalmTM Date Book, Address Book, To Do 
List and Memo Pad with the MicrosoftR OutlookR default Calendar, 
Contacts, Tasks, and Notes folders.

Sprint Vision™.

160x240 pixel full color graphic LCD display.

Polyphonic ringers for enhanced more realistic and rich sounding 
ringers.

GPS position location enabled.

The Blazer browser can access most internet sites in full HTML color.

PCS VisionSM provides access to the wireless Internet in digital mode.

PCS Voice CommandSM lets you dial phone numbers by speaking 
someone’s name.

The date book allows you schedule important events.

Each phone book entry can store up to five phone numbers. 
						

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Turning Your Phone ON and OFF
Turning Your Phone ON
Press   for a few seconds. The phone will display “Powering On” until 
it locates a signal, then it will automatically enter Standby mode — the 
phone’s idle state. At this point, you’re ready to begin making and 
receiving calls.
If your phone is unable to find a signal after 15 minutes of searching, a 
Power Save feature is automatically activated. When a signal is found, 
your phone automatically returns to Standby mode.
In Power Save mode, your phone searches for a signal periodically 
without your intervention. You can also initiate a search for 
PCS Service by pressing any key (when your phone is turned ON).
Ti p : The Power Save feature helps to conserve your battery power when you are in an area where there is no signal.
Turning Your Phone OFF
Press   for a few seconds until you see the powering down animation 
on the display screen.
Your screen remains blank while your phone is off (unless the battery 
is charging).
Adjusting the Brightness & Contrast
1.
To adjust the brightness from the PDA menu, tap the brightness icon 
 located in the upper left corner of the alpha Graffiti writing 
area.
2.Use the slider to adjust the desired brightness level. Tap Done to save 
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Adjusting the Contrast
1.
To adjust the contrast, tap the contrast icon   located in the 
upper right corner of the numeric Graffiti writing area.
2.Use the slider to adjust the desired contrast level. Tap Done to save 
and exit.
Application Buttons
The four buttons located on the bottom of your phone under the LCD 
screen are called Application Buttons. By default, the following 
applications are launched when they are pressed:

Date Book  .

Address Book  .

To  D o  L i s t   .

Memo .
Phone Application Buttons
The four application buttons can also be programmed to launch special 
phone related applications when you are in the phone main menu. 
These buttons will act normally if you are in the application main menu. 
To modify the applications associated with the buttons:
1.Press   to view the phone main menu.
2.Tap   and select Options and then Preferences.
3.Tap the drop down arrow in the upper right corner and select 
Buttons.
4.Tap the drop down arrow next to each icon and select the desired 
application to associate with each one.
5.Tap   when finished to save and exit.
Scroll Buttons
The Up/Down buttons located between the application buttons allows 
you to scroll up or down on the screen. 
						

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Software Version
The hardware and software version of the phone can be accessed by 
displaying the Version dialog box.
To Display the Version dialog box
1.
From the phone menu, tap the Menu Launcher icon.
2.Select the Options menu and tap Version.
Using the Battery
Battery Capacity
Your 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 approximately 2.5 hours of continuous digital talk time 
(1 hour in analog) or approximately 96 hours of continuous digital 
standby time (14 hours in analog). 
When the battery reaches 5% of its capacity, the battery icon blinks. When 
there are approximately two minutes of talk time left, the phone sounds 
an audible alert every 30 seconds and then powers down.
Note: Long backlight settings, searching for service, vibrate mode and browser use affect the battery’s talk and standby times.
Tip: Be sure to charge your phone’s battery and watch your indicator to ensure your levels are okay.
Installing the Battery
Your PCS Phone comes with a LiIon battery. Follow these steps to 
install it:
1.Place the battery on the back of the phone, making sure that the 
plastic tabs are aligned with the corresponding holes in the phone.
2.Gently push the battery down until it snaps into place.
Removing the Battery
To remove your battery for charging or for another reason, follow these 
easy steps: 
						

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1.Make sure the power is off so that you don’t lose any stored numbers 
or messages.
2.Push the battery release latch up and pull the battery away from the 
phone at a 45 degree angle.
Charging the Battery
Your PCS Phone comes with a rechargeable battery. You should charge 
the battery as soon as possible so you can begin using your phone.
Keeping track of your battery’s charge is important. If your battery level 
becomes too low, your phone automatically turns off and you’ll lose 
everything you were just working on. For a quick check of your phone’s 
battery level, glance at the battery charge indicator located in the upper-
right corner of your phone’s display screen. If the battery charge is 
getting too low, the battery icon ( ) blinks and t he phone sounds a 
warning tone.
There is also an internal backup battery that saves all the settings in the 
phone when the regular battery is discharged. An internal backup battery 
needs to be charged initially for 24 hours. To make sure the internal 
battery is charged, do not disconnect the main battery from the phone for 
24 hours.
Note: The internal battery will maintain data for 15 hours. 
						

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Always use a Sprint-approved desktop charger, travel adapter or vehicle 
power adapter to charge your battery.
Warning! Using the wrong battery charger could cause damage to your phone and void the warranty.
It is vital that you use only the PCS-approved desktop charger specifically 
designed for your phone. Use of unauthorized accessories could damage 
your phone and invalidate your warranty. 
To use the desktop charger provided with your phone:
1.Plug the adapter in the wall and set the phone in the cradle.

A red light on the charger lets you know the battery is charging.

A green light lets you know that the battery is at least 90 percent 
charged.

A yellow light indicates that the battery is operating at a 
temperature that is too high or low, or that the charger is not 
plugged in correctly. Please check the charger and the battery.
It takes about 4 hours to fully recharge a completely rundown battery.
Connecting the Cradle
Your package includes a cradle for charging the battery and 
synchronizing the Sprint PCS Phone™ with a desktop or laptop 
computer. If you do not plan to synchronize the Sprint PCS Phone™ 
with a desktop computer, the cradle can be used as a battery charger only. 
When the cradle is plugged into a wall outlet, the battery charger is fully 
functional.
Note: Before you connect the i330 to the desktop/laptop computer, make sure you install the i330 software drivers from the installation CD.
Connecting the Cradle to a Desktop Computer
1.
Turn OFF the desktop computer.
2.Connect the USB cable to the desktop computer.