Sanyo Katana 2 Manual

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indicates you have missed calls and alert
notifications, such as scheduled events, call alarms,
alarm clock, or countdown.
indicates you have a new wireless backup alert.
indicates the Bluetooth feature is enabled (blue icon).
indicates the handset is discoverable by another
Bluetooth device.
indicates the handset is connected to a Bluetooth
device (green icon).
indicates the handset is communicating with a
Bluetooth device.
indicates access to a secure site.
indicates battery charge level (icon shown is full). 
The more black you see, the more power you have left
(icon is animated while charging).
shows your battery is charging in “Power Off” state.
indicates volume level (1 to 8) with vibrate is set.
indicates 1beep feature is set.
indicates 1beep and vibrate feature are set.
indicates all ringer settings are off.
indicates all ringer settings areoff and the vibrate
featureis set.
indicates all the sound settings except Application
Volume are off, and the vibrate feature is set.
indicates all the sound settings are off.
indicates the Location feature of your phone is
enabled.
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indicates the Location feature of your phone is
disabled.
indicates you have a new voice message when Screen
Call is activated.
indicates the Screen Call Auto setting is on.
indicates your phone is in TTY mode.
indicates the alarm clock or countdown setting is on.
indicates the speakerphone mode is set to on.
indicates a call is in progress using the Bluetooth
device.
indicates the wired Car kit device is set to on.
indicates the wired Headset device is set to on.
Note:Displayindicators help you manage your roaming charges by
letting you know when you’re offthe Sprint National
Network. (For more information, see Section 2D: Controlling
Your Roaming Experience on page 84.)                   
						

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Features of Your Phone
Congratulations on the purchase of your phone. The 
KATANA II by SANYO is lightweight, easytouse, and reliable,
and it also offers many significant features and service
options. The following list previews some of those features
and provides page numbers where you can find out more:
Digital dualband capability allows you to make and
receive calls while on the Sprint National Network and to
roam on other 1900 and 800 MHz digital networks where
Sprint has implemented roaming agreements (page 84).
Sprint Vision provides access to the wireless Internet in
digital mode (page 171).
Sprint Mail (page 179), SMS Text Messaging 
(page163), and SMSVoice Messaging (page 166) provide
quick and convenientmessaging capabilities.
Sprint Voice Command lets you dial phone numbers by
speaking someone’s name or the digits of their phone
number (page 196).
Games, ringers, screen savers, and other applications can
be downloaded to make your phone as unique as you are
(page 183). Additional charges may apply.
Your Contacts list allows you to store up to 300 entries,
with up to seven phone numbers per entry (page 96).
The builtin Calendar offers several personal information
management features to help you manage your busy
lifestyle (page 106).
Your phone is equipped with a Location feature for use in
connection with locationbased services that may be
available in the future (page 56).
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Your phone’s Sub LCD display allows you to monitor the
phone’s status and to see who’s calling without opening
the phone.
T9 Text Input lets you quickly type messages with one 
keypress per letter (page 40).
Speed dial lets you dial phone numbers stored in your
Contacts directory with one key press (page 38).
The builtin camera allows you to take fullcolor digital
pictures, view your pictures using the phones display, and
instantly send them to family and friends using Sprint
Picture Mail service (page 124).
The builtin Bluetooth technology allows you to connect
wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices to share
information more easily than ever before (page 143). 
						

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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 – the phone’sidle state. At this point, you are
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 Sprint service by pressing any key (when your
phone is turned on).
Turning Your Phone Off
To turn your phone off:
Press and hold  for two 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).
Tip:The Power Save feature helps to conserve your battery power
when you arein an area wherethere is no signal.
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Using Your Phone’s Battery and Charger
Sprintapproved or manufacturerapproved batteries and
accessories can be found at Sprint Stores or through your
phone’s manufacturer; or call 18663431114 to order.
They’re also available at
www.sprint.com–click the Accessories
tab and then clickSprint Accessories.
Battery Capacity
Your 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.
When there are approximately five minutes of talk time left,
the phone sounds an audible alert and then powers down.
Tip:Be sure to watch your phone’s battery level indicator and
charge the battery before it runs out of power.
Note:Long backlight settings, searching for service, vibrate mode,
browser use, and other variables may affect the battery’s talk
and standby times.
WARNINGUse only Sprintapproved or manufacturerapproved
batteries and chargers with your phone. The failure to
use a Sprintapproved or manufacturerapproved
battery and charger may increase the risk that your
phone will overheat, catch fire, or explode, resulting in
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Installing the Battery
To install the LiIon battery:
To install, insert the battery into the opening on the back
of the phone and gently press down until the latch snaps
into place.
Removing the Battery
To remove your battery:
1.Makesure the power is off so that you don’t lose any
stored numbers or messages.
2.Press the battery release latch down and remove the
battery from the phone at a 45degree angle.
WARNINGDo not handle a damaged or leaking LiIon battery as
you can be burned.
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Charging the Battery
Your phone’s LiIon battery is rechargeable and should be
charged 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 will lose all the information 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 ( ) appears and
the phone displays a warning message.
Always use a Sprintapproved or manufacturerapproved
desktop charger, travel charger, or vehicle power adapter to
charge your battery.
Using the Phone Charger
To use the phone charger provided with your phone:
1.Plug the phone charger into a wall outlet.
2.Open the cover of the charger jack located on the side of
your phone.
3.Plug the other end of the phone charger (with the white
triangle marks facing up) into the charger jack.
With the Sprintapproved LiIon battery, you can recharge the
battery before it becomes completely run down.
WARNINGUsing the wrong batterycharger could cause damage
to your phone and void the warranty.   
						

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Navigating Through Phone Menus
The navigation key on your phone allows you to scroll through
menus quickly and easily. The scroll bar to the right of the
menu keeps track of your position in the menu at all times.
To scroll through a menu, press the navigation key up or down.
If you are in a firstlevel menu (after selecting an item in the
main menu), you may also navigate to the previous or next
firstlevel menu by pressing the navigation key left or right.
For a diagram of your phone’s menu, please see “Your Phone’s
Menu” on page iv.
Selecting Menu Items
Asyou navigate through the menu, menu options are
highlighted. In the List View, select any numbered option by
simply pressing the corresponding number on the phone’s
keypad. You may also select any item by highlighting it and
pressing .
Forexample, if you want to view your last incoming call:
1.Press  to access the main menu.
2.SelectCall History(when in List View) by pressing 
or by highlighting it and pressing  .
3.SelectIncomingby pressing or by highlighting it
and pressing  . (If you have received any calls, they are
displayed on the screen.)
Note:For the purposes of this guide, the above steps condense into
“SelectMENU > Call History > Incoming.”
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Backing Up Within a Menu
To go to the previous menu:
Press .
To return to standby mode:
Press .
Displaying Your Phone Number
Just in case you forget your phone number, your phone can
remind you.
To display your phone number:
Select>Settings > Phone Info > Phone#/User ID.
(Your phone number and other information about your
phone and account will be displayed.)
Note:To select menu options (such as Settings,above), highlight the
option and press MENU. (If the menu options are numbered,
you may also select an option simply by pressing the
corresponding number key.)
Tip:You can also display your phone number through the
Contacts menu. SelectMENU> Contacts > My Name Card.To
send your contact information using Bluetooth, select
Options(right softkey) > Send via Bluetooth.  END