Pcs Phone Samsung I500 User Guide

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14. Microphone: The Microphone allows the other caller to hear you 
clearly when you are speaking to them.
15. Reset: To perform a soft reset, unscrew the stylus and press the reset 
button located in the bottom right corner of your phone.
16. Numeric Keypad: Use these keys to enter numbers, letters, and 
characters.
17. END/Power Key: Press and hold this button to power on or off the 
phone. Press once briefly to end a call.
18. Back...

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1. Antenna: The antenna allows you to send and receive calls and 
information while using your phone.
2.  Infrared Port (IR): This option allows the handheld computer to 
accept information from another IR device through the use of 
beaming.
3. Stylus: The stylus acts like a mouse when navigating through the 
phone. Use it to touch the screen to select the desired function and to 
enter alpha or numeric characters in the Graffiti...

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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...

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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...

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eZiText
eZiText is a predictive text input system that allows you to enter complete 
words using very few key strokes. When using the eZiText text input 
system, upon pressing a few keys several words are displayed as possible 
matches to the word being entered. If the word is matched, it can be 
selected. If the word does not match, you can continue to enter the word 
using the keypad until a match is found. If you enter letters for...

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eZiText Dictionary
A custom dictionary can be created that holds up to 400 different words. 
If the default eZiText database does contain a word, it can be added to the 
dictionary for future use. When the word is not found, a message is 
displayed with a single tone notifying you that a custom word can be 
entered using the standard text input mode.
Key Assignments of eZiText 
The following keys assignments are available in eZiText...

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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 i500
Congratulations on the purchase of your PCS  Vision Phone 
(Samsung® i500). This phone is lightweight, easy-to-use, reliable and 
offers...

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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...

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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:

Address Book  .

Date Book  .

Web Browser  .

Messages .
Scroll Buttons
The Up/Down buttons located below the Graffiti area allows you to scroll 
up or down on the screen.
Software Version
The hardware and software version of the...

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Tip: Be sure to charge your phone’s battery and watch your indicator to ensure your levels are okay.
Installing the Battery
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 slide the battery up until it snaps into place.
Removing the Battery
To remove your battery for charging or for another reason, follow these 
easy steps:
1.Make sure...