Sprint Nextel ic502 Cell Phone User Manual


 
Section 2A: Making and Answering Calls 39
Making Calls
Enhanced 911 (E911) Information
This phone features an embedded Global Positioning System
(GPS) chip necessary for utilizing E911 emergency location
services where available.
When you place an emergency 911 call, the GPS feature of
your phone begins to seek information to calculate your
approximate location. Depending on several variables,
including availability and access to satellite signals, it may
take up to 30 seconds or more to determine and report your
approximate location.
In-Call Options
Pressing Options (right softkey) during a call displays a list of
features you may use during the course of a call. To select an
option, highlight it, and press
O. The following options are
available:
Select Speaker On to route the phone’s audio through the
speaker. You can adjust the speaker volume using the
volume keys on the side of the phone.
Select Speaker Off to use the phone’s earpiece.
Contacts opens your phone’s address book.
IMPORTANT
Always report your location to the 911 operator when
placing an emergency call.
Some designated
emergency call takers, known as Public Safety
Answering Points (PSAPs) may not be equipped to
receive GPS location information from your phone.
Note:
You can also turn the speakerphone on or off by pressing t
during a phone call.
Due to higher volume levels, do not place the phone near your
ear during speakerphone use.