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Roaming on Analog Networks
When you roam on analog networks, you will experience a similar
quality provided by other analog carriers today. Although some calling
features, such as PCS Vision, will be unavailable, you can still make and
receive calls and access voicemail. You will experience a few differences:
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You are more likely to experience static, cross-talk, fade-out and
dropped calls.
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Some calling features which are standard on the enhanced Sprint
Nationwide PCS Network, such as call waiting, PCS Vision Products and
Services and direct international dialing, are unavailable.
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Though callers can leave voicemail messages while you are roaming,
you will not receive notification until you return to the Sprint
Nationwide PCS Network. While roaming, you can periodically check
your voicemail for new messages by dialing 1+area code+your PCS
Phone Number. Press when you hear your greeting and enter
your pass code at the prompt.
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There are security and privacy risks (eavesdropping and cloning) that
exist with conventional analog services today.
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Your battery needs recharging sooner when you use your phone for
analog roaming.
Note: If you’re on a call when you leave the Sprint Nationwide
PCS Network and enter an area where roaming is available (whether
digital or analog), your call is dropped. If your call is dropped in an area
where you think PCS Service is available, turn your phone off and on
again to reconnect to the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network.
Note: When using your phone in analog mode, the handset may feel
warm. This behavior is normal for analog operation.
Section 2: Understanding Your Phone
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Understanding Roaming
Recognizing Icons on the Display Screen
Your phone’s display screen always lets you know when you’re off the
Sprint Nationwide PCS Network and whether your phone is operating in
analog or digital mode. The following chart indicates what you’ll see
depending on where you’re using your phone.
Main LCD Roaming Indicator
Sprint Nationwide PCS Network
Other/Analog Networks
Sub LCD Roaming Indicator Analog Indicator
Sprint Nationwide PCS Network
Other Digital Networks
Digital Roam
Analog Networks
Analog Roam
Tip: Remember, when you are using your phone off the Sprint
Nationwide PCS Network, always dial numbers using 11 digits
(1 + area code + number).
Note: You will pay a higher per-minute rate for roaming calls.
Roaming on Other Digital Networks
When you’re roaming on other digital networks, your call quality and
security will be similar to the quality you receive when making calls while
on the enhanced Sprint Nationwide PCS Network. You may not be able to
access certain calling features, such as PCS Vision.
Section 2: Understanding Your Phone
64 2D: Controlling Your Roaming Experience