Pcs Phone Samsung I500 User Guide

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Call Directory Assistance: If you don’t have a computer or 
Internet access handy, you can have PCS Directory Assistance look 
up phone numbers for you and automatically add them to your 
address book. Just say, “Call operator,” and we’ll add two names and 
numbers to your address book for our standard directory assistance 
charge.
Making a Call With PCS Voice Command
1.Once you’ve signed up for PCS Voice Command and created your 
address book, all you do is press    . You’ll hear a tone 
followed by the prompt “Ready.”
2.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. For 
example, you can say, “Call Jane Smith at work,” “Call John Baker 
on the mobile phone,” “Call 555-1234” or “Call Bob Miller.”
3.Your request will be repeated and you will be asked to verify. Say 
“Yes” to call the number or person. Say “No” if you wish to cancel.
4.The number will automatically be dialed. Keep in mind that 
PCS Voice Command recognizes not only your voice, but any voice, so 
that others can experience the same convenience if they use your phone.
For more helpful hints on PCS Voice Command, including a list of 
recognized commands and an interactive tutorial, visit 
www.talk.sprintpcs.com.
Accessing Information Using 
PCS Voice Command
1.Press  .
2.Say “Call the Web.” (To access, listen to and respond to email, once 
email has been set up, say “Call My Email.”)
3.Choose from a listing of information categories like news, weather, 
sports and more.
Note: PCS Voice Command is not available while roaming off the enhanced Sprint Nationwide PCS Network. 
						

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Section 4
Safety Guidelines and 
Warranty Information 
						

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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
art of getting the most out of your PCS Phone is knowing where and 
how it works at optimum efficiency. This section outlines performance 
and safety guidelines that ensure you experience the full quality that your 
PCS Phone was designed to give you.
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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. If you’re inside a 
building, being near a window may give you better reception.
Understanding the Power Save Feature
If your phone is unable to find a signal after 15 minutes of searching, a 
Power Save feature is automatically activated. If your phone is active, it 
periodically rechecks service availability or you can check it yourself by 
pressing any key. Anytime the Power Save feature is activated, a message 
displays on the screen. When a signal is found, your phone returns to 
standby mode. 
Understanding How Your Phone Operates
Your phone is basically a radio transmitter and receiver. When it’s turned 
on, it receives and transmits radio frequency (RF) signals. When you use 
your phone, the system handling your call controls the power level. This 
power can range from 0.006 watts to 0.2 watts in digital mode.
Knowing Radio frequency Safety
The design of your PCS Phone complies with updated NCRP standards 
described below.
In 1991-92, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) 
and the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) joined in 
updating ANSI’s 1982 standard for safety levels with respect to human 
exposure to RF signals. More than 120 scientists, engineers and 
physicians from universities, government health agencies and industries 
developed this updated standard after reviewing the available body of 
research. In 1993, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) 
adopted this updated standard in a regulation. In August 1996, the FCC 
adopted hybrid standard consisting of the existing ANSI/IEEE standard 
and the guidelines published by the National Council of Radiation 
Protection and Measurements (NCRP). 
						

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Maintaining Your Phone’s Peak Performance
There are several simple guidelines to operating your phone properly and 
maintaining safe, satisfactory service. 

Don’t use the phone if the antenna is damaged.

Speak directly into the mouthpiece. 

Avoid exposing your phone and accessories to rain or liquid spills. 
If your phone does get wet, immediately turn the power off and 
remove the battery. If it’s inoperable, return it to a Sprint Store or 
call PCS Customer Solutions for service.
Note: For the best care of your phone, only Sprint authorized personnel 
should service your phone and accessories. Faulty service may void 
the warranty.
Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to 
Yo u r  P h o n e
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. Laws vary as to 
specific restrictions. Remember that safety always comes first.
When using your phone in the car:

Get to know your phone and its features, such as speed dial 
and redial.

When available, use a hands-free device.

Position your phone within easy reach.

Let the person you are speaking to know you are driving; if necessary, 
suspend the call in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions.

Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while driving.

Dial sensibly and assess the traffic; if possible, place calls when 
stationary or before pulling into traffic.

Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may 
divert your attention from the road. 
						

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Dial to report serious emergencies. It’s free from your wireless phone.

Use your phone to help others in emergencies. 

Call roadside assistance or a special non-emergency wireless number 
when necessary.
Tip: Purchase an optional Hands-Free Car Kit.
Following Safety Guidelines
To operate your phone safely and efficiently, always follow any special 
regulations in a given area. Turn your phone off in areas where use is 
forbidden or when it may cause interference or danger.
Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices
Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio frequency (RF) 
signals. However, RF signals from wireless phones may affect 
inadequately shielded electronic equipment.
RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded 
electronic operating systems and/or entertainment systems in motor 
vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or their representative to 
determine if these systems are adequately shielded from external RF 
signals. Also check with the manufacturer regarding any equipment that 
has been added to your vehicle.
Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices, such as 
pacemakers and hearing aids, to determine if they are adequately 
shielded from external RF signals.
Note: Always turn off the phone in health care facilities and request permission before using the phone near medical equipment.
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. 
						

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Turning Off Your Phone in Dangerous Areas
To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn off your phone when 
in a blasting area or in other areas with signs indicating that two-way 
radios should be turned off. Construction crews often use remote-control 
RF devices to set off explosives.
Turn off your phone when you’re in any area that has a potentially 
explosive atmosphere. Although it’s rare, your phone or its accessories 
could generate sparks. Sparks could cause an explosion or a fire resulting 
in bodily injury or even death. These areas are often, but not always, 
clearly marked. They include:

Fueling areas such as gas stations.

Below deck on boats.

Fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities.

Areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain, 
dust or metal powders.

Any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your 
vehicle’s engine.
Note: Never transport or store flammable gas, liquid or explosives in the compartment of your vehicle that contains your phone or accessories.
Restricting Children’s Access to your Phone
Your PCS Phone is not a toy. Children should not be allowed to play with 
it because they could hurt themselves and others, damage the phone or 
make calls that increase your phone bill. 
						

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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.

In order to avoid damage, charge the battery only in temperatures 
that range from 32º F to 104º F (0º C to 40º C).

Don’t use the battery charger in direct sunlight or in high humidity 
areas, such as the bathroom.

Never dispose of the battery by incineration.

Keep the metal contacts on top of the battery clean.

Don’t attempt to disassemble or short-circuit the battery.

The battery may need recharging if it has not been used for a long 
period of time.

It’s best to replace the battery when it no longer provides acceptable 
performance. It can be recharged hundreds of times before it needs 
replacing.

Don’t store the battery in high temperature areas for long periods of 
time. It’s best to follow these storage rules:
Less than one month:
4º F to 140º F (-20º C to 60º C)
More than one month:
4º F to 113º F (-20º C to 45º C)
Disposal of Lithium Ion (LiIon) Batteries
For safe disposal options of your LiIon batteries, contact your nearest 
Sprint-authorized service center.
Special Note: Be sure to dispose of your battery properly. In some areas, 
the disposal of batteries in household or business trash may be 
prohibited.
Note: For safety, do not handle a damaged or leaking LiIon battery. 
						

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Acknowledging Special Precautions and the 
FCC Notice
FCC Notice
The 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 (such as propane or butane) must 
comply with the National Fire Protection Standard (NFPA-58). For a 
copy of this standard, contact the National Fire Protection Association, 
One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269, Attn: Publication 
Sales Division.
Cautions
Any changes or modifications to your phone not expressly approved in 
this document could void your warranty for this equipment, and void 
your authority to operate this equipment. Only use approved batteries, 
antennas and chargers. The use of any unauthorized accessories may be 
dangerous and void the phone warranty if said accessories cause damage 
or a defect to the phone.
Although your phone is quite sturdy, it is a complex piece of equipment 
and can be broken. Avoid dropping, hitting, bending or sitting on it.
Body-Worn Operation
To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines, if you wear a 
handset on your body, use the Sprint supplied or approved carrying case, 
holster or other body-worn accessory. If you do not use a body-worn 
accessory, ensure that the antenna is at least one inch (2.5 centimeters) 
from your body when transmitting. Use of non-Sprint approved 
accessories may violate FCC RF exposure guidelines. 
For more information about RF exposure, please visit the FCC Website at 
www.fcc.gov. 
						

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Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) for Wireless Phones
The SAR is a value that corresponds to the relative amount of RF energy 
absorbed in the head of a user of a wireless handset.
The SAR value of a phone is the result of an extensive testing, measuring 
and calculation process. It does not represent how much RF the phone 
emits. All phone models are tested at their highest value in strict 
laboratory settings. But when in operation, the SAR of a phone can be 
substantially less than the level reported to the FCC. This is because of a 
variety of factors including its proximity to a base station antenna, phone 
design and other factors. What is important to remember is that each 
phone meets strict federal guidelines. Variations in SARs do not represent 
a variation in safety. 
All phones must meet the federal standard, which incorporates a 
substantial margin of safety. As stated above, variations in SAR values 
between different model phones do not mean variations in safety. 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 
SPH-i500 are:
AMPS mode (Part 22) - Head: 1.40 W/kg; Body-worn: .989 W/kg 
PCS mode (Part 24) - Head: 1.37 W/kg; Body-worn: .714 W/kg
FCC Radio frequency Emission
This phone meets the FCC Radio frequency Emission Guidelines. FCC ID 
number: A3LSPHi500. More information on the phones SAR can be 
found from the following FCC Website: 
http://www.fcc.gov/oet/fccid.