3. Tap Sound. 4. Slide the screen up to display more menus. 5. Tap Audible touch tones to checkmark it.
For the purposes of this guide, the above steps condense into:
touch tones. Device Basics
> Settings > Sound > Audible
When you touch and hold certain items on a screen, a Context menu opens.

Backing Up Within a Menu

To go to the previous menu:

Press Press

To return to standby mode:

Selecting Menu Items

To select a menu or option, simply tap it. If there are more menus/options than can fit in a screen, slide the screen up to display more menus/options. For example, to set the phone to play tones when dialing numbers on the dial pad:

Using the Status Bar

Notification icons report the arrival of new messages, calendar events, alarms, as well as ongoing events, such as when you are on a call. When you receive a notification, text appears briefly and the notification icon will be displayed in the Status

1. Press

2. Tap Settings. 1A. Device Basics 11
Bar. For descriptions of the various notification icons, see Viewing the Display Screen on page 6. You can open the Status Bar to view a list of all recent notifications. Depending on your settings, you may hear a notification sound, and the device may vibrate.
Note: Adjusting sound volume and other general notifications
settings is described in Sound Settings on page 33.
To respond to a notification:
1. Open the Status Bar. Your current notifications are
listed in the panel, each with a brief description.
2. Tap a notification to view it. The Notification Bar will
close and the application that corresponds to your response will open. For example, new voicemail Status dial your voicemail box, and network disconnect notifications open the list of configured networks so you can reconnect. To clear all notifications:
Applications whose activities produce notifications, such as GmailTM and Google Talk, have their own settings, which you can use to configure whether, and how, they send notifications. See the sections on those applications for details. To open the Status Barl:
1. Open the Status Bar. 2. Tap
at the top right of the panel.
Touch and drag the Status bar to the bottom of the screen. or Press > > Notifications.
All event-based notifications will be cleared; ongoing notifications will remain in the list. To close the Status Bar:
1. Touch and drag the tab at the bottom of the
Notification Bar to the top of the screen.
The Status Barl displays your wireless provider and a list of your current notifications, organized into ongoing and event-based notifications.

2. Press

. (The panel will also close when you touch a notification.)

Home Key

The Home Key takes you back to your main Home screen (of the 5 total available screens).
Device and Web Search Using Text Entry
>. When you press on the Home screen or in the other applications that support this, the Quick Search Box will open automatically.
Touch to search by voice.

Back Key

The Back Key returns you to the previously active screen. If the onscreen keyboard is currently open, this key closes the keyboard.

Recent search results

Provides one touch shortcut to previously searched terms.

Using the Search Key

The Search Key displays the Quick Search Box that can be used to search for a key term both on the device and on the Web. Some applications, such as Contacts, GmailTM, and Google MapsTM, have the ability to search contents within those specific applications. Along with being able to search by typing in search terms, you are also able to search by voice. Press to launch the Quick Search Box. Press and hold to launch the Voice Search function.
In some applications, such as Gmail, Contacts, Browser, and Android MarketTM, the application's own search box opens when you press. This is indicated by the application's icon on the left side of the search box.

Voice Search

2. Enter the text you're searching for in the Quick

Search Box.

Tap to conduct the search. As you type, search results from your devic previous search terms, and Web search suggestions appear. Tap an item to search that term.
To search different by type:
> Google, Web, Apps, or Contacts.
To search using voice command:

Press and hold or Tap

from the Quick Search Box.
When you stop speaking, Google Search by Voice analyzes your speech and displays the results of your search.
You can use the Search preferences to configure some aspects of Google Web search (for example, whether it makes suggestions below the Quick Search Box as you type), and what device features you want to include in searches. (See Search Settings on page 38.) to search for the entered text.

3. Tap

If what you want to search for appears in the suggestions list, tap that item to conduct the search.

3. Tap Select date format to open a dialog to select
the format for displaying dates.
> Settings > Display.
Animation Display Options
Choose whether you want to enjoy animated transitions for some effects (such as when opening menus), for all supported effects (such as when navigating from one screen to another), or to remove all
2. Tap Auto-rotate screen to automatically rotate the
screen (a green checkmark will appear). or
animated transitions (this setting does not affect transitions in non-native applications).
To enable your device's Location feature:
> Settings > Location & security >
> Settings > Display > Animation.

GPS Privacy Setting.

2. Tap No animation, Some animations, or All

animations.

2. Tap Location On or E911 Only.

Using Wireless Networks

Location Settings
Your device is equipped with GPS capabilities you can use with location-based services. The Location feature allows the network to detect your position. Turning Location off will hide your location from everyone except 911.
Note: Turning Location on will allow the network to detect
your position using GPS technology making some Sprint applications and services easier to use. Turning Location off will disable the GPS location function for all purposes except 911, but will not hide your general location based on the cell site serving your call. No application or service may use your location without your request or permission. GPS-enhanced 911 is not available in all areas.

appear.)

> Settings > Location & security.
2. Tap Use wireless networks. (A green checkmark will 3. When you check this option, youre asked whether
you consent to sharing your location anonymously with Googles location service.
4. Read the disclaimer and tap Agree.
You can use information from Wi-Fi and Sprint networks to determine your approximate location, for use in GPS applications, when you search, and so on. To use information about your location when navigating and searching in GPS applications (see 2D. GPS Navigation on page 120), you must turn on location services.

Using GPS Satellites

You can use your device's global positioning system (GPS) satellite receiver to pinpoint your location to within an accuracy as close as several meters (street level). Actual GPS accuracy depends on a clear view of the sky and other factors.

Adding Accounts (page 51) Removing an Account (page 52) Configuring Account Sync and Display Options (page 52)

Adding Accounts

You can add multiple GoogleTM Accounts and Exchange accounts. You may also be able to add other kinds of accounts, depending on the applications downloaded and installed on your device. When you add an account, the Contacts application compares any new contacts with your existing contacts and will join contact entries if matches are found. This does not join the contact entries on the accounts themselves; they are only displayed as a single contact on your device.
> > Settings > Accounts & sync. The Accounts & sync settings screen displays your current sync settings and accounts. (For more information, see Configuring Account Sync and Display Options on page 52.)
2. Tap Add account. 3. Tap the type of account you want to add. 4. Follow the onscreen steps to enter the required
(and optional) account information.
Note: Many accounts require only a username and
password, but some accounts will require more information.
5. Configure the account.

Accounts

network administrator for account setup information. For example, you may need to know the account's domain or server address.
Depending on the kind of account, you may be asked to configure the types of data you want to sync to the device, name of the account, and other details. When you're finished, the account will be added to the list in the Accounts & sync settings screen.
Configuring Account Sync and Display Options
You can configure background data and synchronization options for the applications on your device. You can also configure synchronization options for each individual account. Some applications, such as GmailTM and Calendar, have their own synchronization settings. Some applications, such as Contacts and Gmail, can sync data for multiple accounts. Others, such as Calendar, sync data only from the first Google Account you set up with your device, or from an account associated specifically with that application. For some accounts, syncing is two-directional; changes that you make to the information on your device are synchronized with the accounts on the Web or computer. Your Google Account synchronizes in a two-directional manner. Other accounts support only one-way sync; the information changed on your phone is only changed on your phone. To configure general sync settings:

Removing an Account

You can remove an account to delete all information associated with it from your device, including email, contacts, settings, etc. Some accounts cannot be removed, such the first Google Account you set up on the device. That account can only be removed by resetting your device entirely. To remove an account:
2. Tap the account you want to delete. 3. Tap Remove account. 4. Tap Remove account again to confirm that you
want to remove the account.

1. Press 52 1F. Accounts

until they are manually refreshed (using their respective options menu).
3. Tap Auto-sync to enable or disable whether
Touch the account to configure it. Sync status
Indicates that some, or all, of an account's information is configured to sync automatically with your device. Indicates that none of an account's information is configured to sync automatically with your device.
changes you make to information on the device or on the web are automatically synced with each other. For example, when this option is enabled, changes that you make in the Contacts application on your device are automatically made to your web-based Google ContactsTM. If you uncheck this option, you may be able to use an application's tools to sync data manually. (See To sync information manually: on page 53.) To sync information manually:
2. Tap Background data to enable or disable whether
applications can use your data connection to synchronize data while the applications run in the background. If you disable this option, the Gmail and Calendar applications will not automatically receive updates
2. Tap the account whose data you want to sync.

> Sync now.

To change an accounts sync settings:
2. Tap the account whose data you want to change.
The Data and synchronization screen will open, displaying a list of the types of data the account can sync.
3. Tap the items you want to sync. (A green
checkmark indicates that synchronization has been enabled.) By disabling synchronization for an item, it will not remove the previously synchronized data from your device, it will simply stop future synching. To remove the information previously synced for the account, you must remove the account.

Configuring Voicemail Settings
> Settings. From the Settings menu, you
can: Tap Notifications to determine how you are notified of new voicemails. Choose from: Notifications, Select ringtone, and Vibrate. Tap Pictures to replace the current default Visual Voicemail message icon with a specific Contacts entrys image. This image is pulled from the entrys Contacts details.
Automatically Enabling the Speakerphone
Every time you access a selected message from your Visual Voicemail list, you can configure the device to automatically launch the built-in speakerphone so that you can clearly hear the message.
> Settings to configure your settings.
Tap Speakerphone to automatically activate the speakerphone when you review your Visual Voicemail (see page 81). Tap Change greeting to change your voicemail greeting (Changing your Main Greeting via the Voicemail Menu on page 82). Tap From name to enter a name or number to identify yourself to people who receive your voice messages (see page 82). Tap Check for upgrade to search for an upgrade to your Visual Voicemail software. Tap About Voicemail to view software information about the current Visual Voicemail application.
Tap Speakerphone (placing a checkmark adjacent to the option) to activate the feature. Tap Speakerphone again to deactivate the speakerphone (removing the checkmark adjacent to the option).
> Settings > From name.
3. Tap the text field and enter a new identifying name
or number (used to identify you to recipients of your voice messages).
4. Tap OK to save your information.
Changing your Main Greeting via the Voicemail Menu
Your main greeting can be changed directly via the device menu system. This direct access saves you from having to navigate within the voicemail menu.
New Voicemail Message Alerts
When you receive a new voice message, your device alerts you and prompts you to check your voicemail. To access your voicemail:

Phone tab.

. If necessary, first tap the
> Settings > Change greeting.

2. Touch and hold

3. Tap OK and follow the prompts to change your

current greeting.

Editing your identification Name via the Voicemail Menu
From your device menu, you can quickly change the name or number attached to your voice messages.

2. Tap the new visual voicemail message entry from
the available list. To display your Call Log:

1. Press 82

Note: When you are roaming off the Nationwide Sprint
Network, you may not receive notification of new voicemail messages. Sprint recommends that you periodically check your voicemail by dialing your area code + your wireless phone number. When your and enter your password. voicemail answers, tap Roaming rates apply when you access voicemail while roaming off the Nationwide Sprint Network. Your device accepts messages even when it is turned off. However, your device notifies you of new messages only when it is turned on and you are in a Sprint service area.
or Touch and hold a voicemail entry and tap Play.
Note: You are charged for airtime minutes when you are
accessing your voicemail from your wireless device.
Using Another Phone to Access Messages
1. Dial your wireless phone number. 2. When your voicemail answers, tap 3. Enter your password.
Retrieving Your Voicemail Messages
You can review your messages directly from your wireless device or from any other touch-tone phone. To dial from your wireless device, either speed dial your voicemail or use the menu keys.
Using the Voicemail Menu to Delete Your Messages
2. Touch and hold a voicemail entry and tap Delete

this message > OK.

or Tap the voicemail entry > current voicemail.

> OK to delete the

Using the Voicemail Menu to Access Your Messages

message. >

2. Tap a voicemail entry to listen to your selected

Text Messaging (SMS)

With text messaging (SMS), you can send and receive instant text messages between your wireless phone and another messaging-ready phone. When you receive a new message, you will be notified by your device. Messaging is available via the Messaging application appears in in your Applications screen. The icon Status Bar when a new text message is received.
Note: See your service plan for applicable charges for text
messaging and SMS voice messaging.
Contacts As you enter either a phone number or email address, if the information matches a current contacts entry information, you will see a match. When you see a match, tap the associated name to complete the addressing. Mobile Tap to use the keypad to enter a wireless phone number directly. Email You can also enter the recipients email address.
3. Tap a matching entry from the onscreen dropdown list. This list is populated by matches found from your managed accounts.

Composing Text Messages

> > Messaging > New message.
4. Tap the Type to compose field and enter your

2. In the dialog box that opens, check the labels you
want to assign to the conversation and tap OK. To label a batch of conversations at once:
You can assign or change the labels of one or more conversations at once.
1. From your Inbox or another label, checkmark the
conversations to select a batch. (See Working with Conversations in Batches on page 104.)
2. Tap Labels at the bottom of the screen. 2B. Web and Data Services 105
3. In the dialog box that opens, check the labels you
want to assign to the conversation.
Viewing Conversations by Label
You can view a list of the conversations that have the same label, including conversations with starred messages. (See Labeling a Conversation on page 105 or Starring a Message on page 106 for information about assigning labels and stars.)

4. Tap OK.

Starring a Message
You can star an important message or conversation to make it easy to locate again. To view just conversations with starred messages, see Viewing Conversations by Label on page 106 and view the Starred label. To star a message:
1. When viewing your Inbox or messages with
another label, press > Go to labels.
When reading a message, tap the star in its header. or When viewing the list of conversations, tap a conversation's star to star the newest message in the conversation.
The number unread messages. Labels applied to conversations with unread messages are bold.

To unstar a message:

Tap its star again.
To star or unstar all messages in a conversation:
2. Tap a label to view a list of conversations with that

label.

Note: The conversation list will resemble your Inbox. Most of
the options available while using your Inbox will also be available while viewing these lists of labeled messages.
Tap a star in a conversation list.

Changing Gmail Settings

You can change a number of settings for Gmail. Each Google account has its own settings, so your changes affect only the current account. (See To switch accounts: on page 101.) Notification volumes and some synchronization settings can also be changed in the Settings application. (See 1C. Settings on page 33.)
Batch operations When checkmarked, this feature
allows you to perform various operations on multiple conversations at once Clear search history Removes the search history all searches searches performed on your Gmail account. Labels Allows you to manage which conversations are synchronized and how often.

Notification settings:

> More > Settings.

Team Pages allows you select from either the AFC
To exit Sprint Football live:

> EXIT.

or NFC conferences, then display content such as top stories, Schedules, and the ability to change your favorite team selection. Standings for the latest team standings. Statistics for the latest team and player statistics. Twitter launches an onscreen Twitter page specific to the NFL, or college teams. Odds for the odds on the upcoming team matchups. Polls (College) for the latest AP, Coaches, and BCS polls. Fantasy (Pros) for access to your favorite fantasy leagues. Videos and Photos for updated football news reports, photos, and video clips. Settings/Help displays help information for Sprint Football Live, allows you to change your favorite team, and gives software information about the Sprint Football Live application.
2C. Entertainment: TV and Music
Getting Started with Sprint TV and Music
In order to access Sprint applications on your device, such as Sprint TV and Sprint Music Plus, you must first download and install the Sprint ID Pack. Once you have installed the Sprint pack, you can switch back to any other pack or install a new pack. The Sprint applications will always be stored on your applications screen.
Getting Started with Sprint TV and Music (page 116) Sprint TV (page 117) Music (page 117) Streaming Music (page 119)
Sprint TV gives you the ability to listen to audio clips and to view video clips right from your device's display. Watch live TV and catch up on episodes of your favorite shows anywhere on the Nationwide Sprint Network.* Sprint Music Plus lets you preview, purchase, download,
Press >. On the Choose your ID screen tap Get New > Sprint. Follow the on-screen prompts to install the Sprint ID Pack. or Press > > SprintZone > Sprint Applications. Follow the on-screen prompts to install the Sprint ID Pack.
and listen to over a million songs right on your device. You can even add songs from your own library to round out your on-the-go playlist.
* Sprint TV coverage not available everywhere. Content and lineup subject to change. Select channels also available for casual usage. Visit www.sprint.com/tvguide for more information.

Streaming Music

Sprint offers a variety of musical options through the Radio category in the Sprint TV menu, including SIRIUS Music, Music Choice, VH1, and many others. Choose from rock, pop, hip-hop, and R&B, and access exclusive video clips, music industry news, performances, and interviews with your favorite artists.

TV and Music

2. Touch and hold a song youd like to add to a 3. Tap Add to playlist and select either Current playlist
or New (to create a new playlist). If you select New, delete the current default name, enter a name for your new playlist, then tap Save.
> Sprint TV > Radio > [selection].
2. Select Preview to see and hear a preview of your
selected channel (if available). or Select Subscribe to purchase a monthly subscription to your selected channel. Once you have purchased access to a music or radio channel, you can select from a variety of stations to listen to your favorite music or get caught up on whats new in music.
Assigning a Song as a Ringtone
> > Music > Songs.
2. Touch and hold a song youd like to use as your
new ringtone. A popup menu is displayed.
3. Tap Use as phone ringtone to set the selected song
as your new default ringtone.
4. Confirm the song has been successfully assigned
by navigating to your Phone ringtone menu. Press > > Sound > Phone ringtone.
5. Confirm the new song is selected.
Activating Using Wireless Networks

2D. GPS Navigation

This additional location feature uses open Wi-Fi and mobile network connections to assist in providing additional location accuracy.
GPS Services (page 120) Google MapsTM (page 120) TeleNavTM GPS Navigator (page 123) Navigation (page 125)
2. Tap Use wireless networks to place a checkmark
and activate this feature. (A green checkmark appears.) Since this feature is based on Googles location service, you will need to agree to allow Google to collect anonymous information.

GPS Services

Your device's built-in GPS capability gives you access to a number of location-based services, including Maps, Navigation, and TeleNavTM GPS Navigator.
3. Tap Agree to accept the terms of service.

Google MapsTM

You can use Google Maps to find your current location; to view real-time traffic conditions; to get detailed directions by foot, public transportation, bicycle, or car; and to navigate by using spoken, turn-by-turn driving instructions using the Google Maps Navigation (beta) service. You can search on a street map or a satellite image to locate an address or a landmark, and you

Activating Location Mode

Before using any of the location-based services, you must turn on your device's location mode.
2. Tap Use GPS satellites to place a checkmark and

activate your GPS.

can view some locations as if you were strolling down the street. If you join Google Latitude, you can view your friends locations on your maps and share your location and other information with them. There are some locations that Maps does not have information about.

GPS Navigation

To launch the Google Maps application and view your location:
> Maps To get an address and additional information for a location:
> My Location. The map centers on a blue arrow that indicates your location. A blue circle around the dot indicates that your actual location is within the circle.
Touch and hold a location on the map. A balloon with the address and a thumbnail from Street View (if available) opens over the location. Tap the balloon to access additional options. > > Maps If prompted, read the Whats new message and tap OK.

To utilize Google Maps:

2. Tap the magnification icons to zoom in or out of

the current map view.

or Press to utilize other Google Map features. Choose from: Search, Directions, Layers, My Location, Join Latitude, and More.
You can enter an address, a city, or a type of business or establishment. For example, theater in New York.
. Markers with letter labels indicate search matches on the map. label. Tap the balloon to open a screen with more information about the location, as well as options for obtaining directions.
4. Tap a marker to open a balloon that contains a

To get directions:

1. While viewing a map, press

> Directions.

2. Enter a starting point in the My Location field, or
To search for a location: leave as is to allow GPS to find your location, and your destination in the End point field. Tap to open a menu with options for selecting an address from your Contacts or a point that you touch on a map. To reverse directions, press > Reverse Start & End.

or Simply press for.

> Search.
2. In the search box, enter the place you're looking
3. Tap the icon for car, public transit, bicycling, or

walking directions.

4. Tap Go. The directions to your destination appear

in a list.

5. You can choose the directions format:
Read directions as text. Tap Show on map to see the directions on a map. Tap Navigate to get spoken, turn-by-turn directions from Google Maps Navigation. When you're finished, press > More > Clear map to clear the map.
Getting Started with TeleNav GPS Navigator
Before you can use TeleNav GPS Navigator, you must first install the Sprint ID pack.
or Press > > Sprint Zone > Sprint Applications. Follow the onscreen prompts to install the Sprint ID Pack.

TeleNavTM GPS Navigator

TeleNav GPS Navigator gives you turn-by-turn directions onscreen and over speakerphone.

Note: Depending on your service plan, TeleNav may require
a monthly subscription. Contact Sprint for information and pricing. Some features may be available only with a subscription to TeleNav GPS Navigator Premium.
Registering TeleNav GPS Navigator
Before you can use the TeleNav GPS Navigator, your device and service must be registered.
> TeleNav GPS Navigator.
2. Read the disclaimer and touch Accept to
acknowledge the terms of use.
3. Tap each of the onscreen registration fields and
enter the required information. First Name, Last Name, and Email (optional).
>. On the Choose your ID screen tap Get New > Sprint Pack. Follow the onscreen prompts to install the Sprint ID Pack.
If using the onscreen keyboard, tap Next to store your information.
Businesses: locations based on business

categories.

4. Tap Continue to register your information. 5. Tap Yes to take a brief tour of the Navigation
features, or No, Skip Tour to continue to the main navigation screen.
Airports: local airports based on current GPS

location.

Contact: those local addresses assigned to
previously entered Contacts.
Using TeleNav GPS Navigator
> > TeleNav GPS Navigator.
2. Select an option and follow the onscreen
instructions to take advantage of TeleNavs full suite of features. Drive To lets you get driving directions from wherever you are to wherever youre going. Choices include: My Favorites: user-defined favorite locations. Recent Places: recently entered locations. Address: manually entered street addresses. Intersection: map based on manually a entered street intersection. City: display a city map based on selected city.
Search lets you search for locations from dozens of names or category options such as Food/ Coffee, Gas Stations, Gas by Price, Banks/ATMs, WiFi Spots, Parking Lots, Hotels & Motels, Movie Theaters, etc.
Maps & Traffic provides access to a 2D map of your current location, and other additional features. Share & More offers additional options, such as sharing your location with contacts, creating and storing My Favorites locations, accessing the product tour, looking for movies and movie theaters, and setting detailed application preferences. Note: For more information about Sprint Navigation powered

therefore, shall not be covered under these limited warranty terms. (5) Upon request from LG, the consumer must provide information satisfactory to LG to prove the date of purchase or exchange. (6) The customer shall bear the cost of shipping the product to the Customer Service Department of LG. LG shall bear the cost of shipping the product back to the consumer after the completion of service under this limited warranty.
2. WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:
(4) Alleged defects or malfunctions of the product if the Customer Service Department at LG was not notified by the consumer during the applicable limited warranty period. (5) Products which have had the serial number removed or made illegible. (6) This limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied either in fact or by operations of law, statutory or otherwise, including but not limited to any implied warranty of marketability merchantability or fitness for a particular use. (7) Damage resulting from use of non-LG approved accessories. (8) All plastic surfaces and all other externally exposed parts that are scratched or damaged due to normal customer use.

Warranty

(1) Defects or damage resulting from use of the product in other than its normal and customary manner. (2) Defect or damage from abnormal use, abnormal conditions, improper storage, exposure to moisture or dampness, unauthorized modifications, unauthorized connections, unauthorized repair, misuse, neglect, abuse, accident, alteration, improper installation, or other acts which are not the fault of LG, including damage caused by shipping, blown fuses, or spills of food or liquid. (3) Breakage or damage to antennas unless caused directly by defects in material or workmanship.
(9) Products operated outside published maximum ratings. (10) Products used or obtained in a rental program. (11) Consumables (such as fuses).

3. WHAT LG WILL DO:

TO THIS PRODUCT. Some states do not allow the exclusion of limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts; so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
5. HOW TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE:
LG will, at its sole option, either repair, replace or refund the purchase price of any unit that does not conform to this limited warranty. LG may choose at its option to use functionally equivalent re-conditioned, refurbished or new units or parts or any units. In addition, LG will not reinstall or back-up any data, applications or software that you have added to your phone. It is therefore recommended that you back-up any such data or information prior to sending the unit to LG to avoid the permanent loss of such information.

Get started

All you need to know to get going.

Welcome!

Sprint is committed to developing technologies that give you the ability to get what you want when you want it, faster than ever before. This booklet introduces you to the basics of getting started with Sprint and your new LG Optimus S. As youll quickly discover, its easy to customize your devices apps, appearance, and more with Sprint ID; explore the Android Market, browse the Web at 3G speed; send email, text, or picture messages; watch movies or TV; and get turn-by-turn driving directions. Because theres less waiting, and more doing, on the Now Network.
The services described in this guide may require a subscription to a service plan and/or may incur additional charges. Not all services will work on all devices. Coverage is not available everywhere. See www.sprint.com/coverage for more details. Important Privacy Message. Sprints policies often do not apply to third-party applications. Third-party applications may access your personal information or require Sprint to disclose your customer information to the third-party application provider. To find out how a third-party application will collect, access, use, or disclose your personal information, check the application providers policies, which can usually be found on their website. If you arent comfortable with the third-party applications policies, dont use the application. 2010 Sprint. SPRINT and the logo are trademarks of Sprint. Optimus S is a trademark of LG Electronics, Inc.

Get Your Device Ready

Install the Battery
1.Remove the battery compartment cover on the back of the device. 2.Align the batterys contacts with those inside the battery compartment and gently press down until the battery is seated. 3.Replace the back cover.

Turn the Device On

Press and hold to turn your device on. ] and then

Unlock the Screen

Press and hold the Unlock icon [ slide your finger to the right.
Turn Off the Display Screen

Press.

Charge the Battery
1.Insert the USB cable into the charging head. 2.Insert the small end of the USB cable into the Charger/Accessory Jack. 3.Plug the charging head into a standard AC power outlet.

Activate Your Device

Activate Your Device
If you purchased your device at a Sprint Store, it is probably activated and ready to use. If you received your device in the mail, and it is for a new Sprint account or a new line of service, your device is designed to activate automatically when you first turn it on. To confirm your activation, make a phone call. If you received your phone in the mail and it is

Your LG Optimus S

1.Turn on your new phone. (Make sure the old one is turned off.) Your phone will automatically attempt Hands-Free Activation. Note: Your phone will need to complete one hands-free activation attempt before you can continue. 2.Tap Activate to override auto-activation and start the manual activation wizard. Note: If you dont override Hands-Free Activation, your phone will attempt to autoactivate five times. Wait for Retry to appear on your screen. Tap Retry and then tap Activate. 3.Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the activation process. 4.After you have completed the wizard, make a phone call to confirm your activation. If your phone is still not activated, contact Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727 for assistance.
Proximity Sensor Earpiece Status Bar Icons Touchscreen Display Phone Key HOME Key MENU Key Camera Lens

Volume Button

Application tab Sprint ID Key BACK Key SEARCH Key
going to be activated on an existing number on your account (youre swapping phones), you can activate on your computer online or directly on your phone. Activate on your computer: Go to sprint.com/activate and follow the instructions. Activate on your phone: Note: For security reasons, you will need your Sprint phone number and PIN to use this activation method.
Voice Dialer Button Camera Button

Charger/ Accessory Jack

Power/Lock Button microSD Slot Headset Jack

Sprint ID

Once your device is activated, the next thing you will need to do is install an initial ID Pack. ID Packs are bundles of applications, ringtones, wallpapers, settings, and more. ID Packs are installed using an application called Sprint ID. You can have as many as six ID Packs installed at any one time, and you can easily switch from one ID Pack to another without losing any applications already installed. For example, when you install the Sprint ID Pack, Sprint applications such as Sprint TV, TeleNav GPS Navigator, NASCAR Sprint Cup Mobile, and Sprint Football Live will remain in your applications.
Install Your First ID Pack
Note: Your device must be activated, your battery should be fully charged, and you should be in a network coverage area before you install an ID Pack. 1.On the Welcome to Sprint ID screen, tap Install an ID. (If the lock screen appears, unlock it by dragging the UNLOCK icon [ ] to the right side of the screen.) 2.Tap an ID Pack on the Sprint ID screen. 3.Read the information screen for a description of the ID Pack and tap Install. 4.Read the Terms & Conditions and tap Agree to begin the download. 5.Wait for the download to finish. > Notifications and tap Press ID ready to install.

Switch ID Packs

>. 1.Press 2.Tap an ID Pack to replace your current pack. or Tap Get New to install a new ID Pack and follow steps 25 of Install Your First ID Pack. Note: Certain features of Sprint ID are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information about using Sprint ID, see the User Guide at sprint.com.
Getting Around Your Device
Move Around Your Devices Menus and Screens
Tap: When you want to type using the onscreen keyboard, select items such as application and settings icons, or press onscreen buttons, simply tap them with your finger. A light touch works best. Touch and hold: To display the available options for an item simply touch and hold the item. Flick: Move your finger in lighter, quicker strokes than swiping. This finger gesture is always used in a vertical motion, such as when flicking through contacts or a message list. Swipe or slide: Quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen. Drag: Press and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move it. Do not release your finger until you have reached the target position.

Rotate: Activate the auto-rotate feature to automatically change the screen orientation from portrait to landscape by turning the device sideways.

Make and Answer Calls

Make Your First Phone Call
1.Press >. 2.Enter a phone number using the phone keypad. (The number will appear just above the keypad as you enter it. Tap DEL to delete one or more digits.). 3.Tap

Contacts

Mute the Ringer on a Call
To mute the ringer: Press the volume button.

Save a Phone Number

1.Press > and enter a phone number using the onscreen keypad. > Add to contacts. 2.Press 3.Tap Create new contact. (If prompted, tap Google or Corporate) or Tap an existing contact. 4.Tap any field to enter the details. 5.Enter all the necessary details and tap Done to save the entry.

Add a New Contacts Entry

1.Press > > Contacts. > New contact. (If prompted, 2.Press tap Google or Corporate.) 3.Tap any field to launch the touchscreen keyboard and enter the name, phone number, and other contact details. 4.Add more data fields or a picture if desired, and tap Done.

Answer an Incoming Call

Drag to the right on the screen.

Ignore an Incoming Call

Drag to the left.

Retrieve a Phone Number

1.Press > > Contacts , and then tap. 2.Enter the first letter or letters of an entry. 3.Tap the contact to display the contacts information.

Voicemail

Set Up Your Voicemail
All unanswered calls are automatically transferred to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. You should set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your device is activated: > > Voicemail. 1.Press 2.In the Personalize your voicemail window, touch Personalize now. 3.Follow the voice prompts to create your password and record your name and greeting. Sprint strongly recommends setting a voicemail password. Without a password, anyone who has access to your device can access your messages and place outbound calls through your wireless account.
Customize Your Home Screen
Put your favorite applications right on your Home Screen, ready to access with just a touch of your finger.

Retrieve Your Voicemail

From your mobile device: > > Voicemail 1.Press 2.Tap a message to listen to it. From any other phone: 1.Dial your wireless phone number. 2.When your voicemail answers, press. 3.Enter your password.
Add an Item to Your Home Screen
1.Press > > Add. 2.On the Add to Home screen, tap the item you wish to add (Shortcuts, Widgets, Folders, or Wallpapers). For example, to add a Power Control widget: 1.From the Add to Home screen, tap Widgets > Power Control.
Voicemail Password (do not share): ____________________
2.If the widget is too large for the free space on the screen, slide to a screen with sufficient space, and repeat step 1. From your new Power Control widget, you can turn wireless capabilities (Bluetooth, WiFi, GPS) on and off, and adjust the screen brightness.

Messaging

Keep in touch your way using text and picture messaging or email. Easy access to AOL, Hotmail, Yahoo! Mail, and Gmail.
Send a Picture (MMS) Message
1.Follow steps for sending a text message. 2.Press > Attach. 3.Tap a media type (Pictures, Videos, etc.) to open the Gallery application. 4.Tap a picture or clip to select it. 5.Add additional pictures or clips, if desired. 6.If you are satisfied with your message, tap Send.

Set Up an Email Account

1.Press > > Email. 2.Enter the Email address and Password and then tap Next. 3. Enter a name for the account (optional) and your name (shown in outgoing messages) and tap Done.

Send a Text Message

1.Press > > Messaging New message. >
Check for New Email Messages
1.Press > > Email. 2.Tap an account name to open the inbox. 3.Tap an email message to read it.
2.Enter the phone number of the recipient in the To: text box. 3.Tap Type to compose and then type your message. 4.When you are finished, tap Send.

Pictures and Videos

Capture and instantly send your moments in digital pictures and video clips.

Take a Picture

1.Press > Camera. > (You can also press and hold the camera button.) 2.Using your display as a viewfinder, aim the camera lens at your subject, and or. touch and tap 3.From Camera mode, press to view the Camera pictures. Gallery

Record a Video

1.Press > > Camcorder activate camcorder mode. to
Share Pictures and Videos
1.Press > > Gallery. 2.Press and hold a picture or video to send. 3.Tap Share to share the picture or video via Picasa, YouTube, Messaging, Bluetooth, or Gmail. Follow the onscreen instructions to send your picture or video clip.
2.Using the devices display screen as a viewfinder, aim the lens at your subject, and press or to begin recording. 3.Press or to stop recording. and tap 4.From camcorder mode, press Gallery to view Camera videos.
5.Press and hold a video icon to explore menu options including sharing the video using YouTube, Messaging, Bluetooth, or Gmail. to explore other 4.Tap a picture and press options, including sharing the picture using Picasa, Messaging, Bluetooth, or Gmail.
Connect to a Wi-Fi network with one quick touch to check email, access a corporate intranet, or browse the Web.
Find sports scores, news, and weather. Shop online. On-the-go access lets you browse full-color versions of your favorite websites.

Connect

1.Press > networks. > Settings > Wireless &

Go Online

1.Press > > Browser (If prompted, enter your wireless phone number and touch OK.) 2.From the SprintWeb home page, select categories, navigate to websites, read blogs, download content, and more. Tap a category to open it. from any page. For more options, press
2.Tap the Wi-Fi check box to turn Wi-Fi on. 3.Tap Wi-Fi settings to display a list of available networks. 4.Tap a Wi-Fi network to connect. If necessary, enter the security key and touch Connect.

Android Market

Personalize your device with a huge selection of apps, games, ringers, and screensavers.

Browse and Download

1.Press > > Market. 2.The first time you visit Android Market, a Terms of Service window will appear. Tap Accept to continue. 3.To find what you want quickly: Browse through featured apps and games. Scroll through the list when you open Android Market. Browse by categories. First, tap Apps or Games, and then tap a category. You can filter the category by Top paid, Top free, or Just in.

Sprint Zone

Enhance your Sprint experience. The free Sprint Zone application makes it a snap to manage your account, get tips and tricks for your device, find recommended apps, and more.

Get in the Zone

1.Press > > Sprint Zone. 2.From the Sprint Zone Web page, scroll up or down and tap an item to check your account, read the latest news about your device, load an application, and more.
Browse Sprint apps. Touch Sprint and then tap an app. Search for an app or game. Touch on the Android Market home screen, enter the again. name or keyword, and then touch 4.Tap an app or game to read a description and user reviews. 5.Tap Install (for free applications) or Buy (for paid applications).
Sprint TV, Movies & Radio
Live TV and video on demand. Complete episodes and clips of your favorite primetime shows and movies. Over 50 channels of news, entertainment, weather, sports, and streaming music.*
Install the Sprint ID Pack
Press > > Sprint Zone > Sprint Applications. Follow the onscreen prompts to download and install the Sprint ID Pack.

GPS Navigation

TeleNav GPS Navigator lets you see and hear turn-by-turn directions to a known address, or find nearby restaurants, stores, banks, or gas stations. Get information about traffic and alternate routes
Press > > Sprint Zone > Sprint Applications. Follow the onscreen prompt to download and install the Sprint ID Pack.

Watch

1.Press > > Sprint TV. 2.Tap a channel or category. If prompted, select Preview or select Subscribe to purchase access. 3. Tap an item to play it.

Navigate

1.Press
* Coverage not available everywhere. Content and lineup subject to change. Select channels also available for casual usage. Go to sprint.com/tvguide for more information.
>TeleNav GPS Navigator
2.Follow the onscreen instructions to access, launch, and use.

Battery-Saving Tips

Manage the Display Brightness and
Screen Timeout > > Settings > Display > Press Brightness or Screen timeout and select a setting. To turn off the screen, press the Power/Lock button. The device will continue to function. Add a Power Control widget to your Home screen. (See Customize Your Home Screen in this guide for more information about adding widgets.)

Manage Your Account

Manage Your Devices Wireless Functions
Disable the Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS functions of the device when youre not using them. > > Settings > Wireless & networks Press and disable Wi-Fi or Bluetooth when they are not in use. > > Settings > Location & Press security and disable any My Location options that are not in use. For more useful tips about battery care and safety, see the User Guide at sprint.com/support.

Online: www.sprint.com

make a payment, see your bills, enroll in online billing check minute usage and account balance see or modify the details of your Sprint service plan get detailed instructions and download content
to add a new line Press of service, upgrade your device, purchase accessories, or access other account services

From Any Other Phone

Sprint Customer Service: Dial 1-888-211-4727 Business Customer Service: Dial 1-800-927-2199

From Your Sprint Phone

to check minute Press usage and account balance Press to make a payment
to access a summary Press of your Sprint service plan or get answers to other questions
Helpful Sprint Information
Total Equipment Protection
The protection you need so you can be worry free Should anything happen to your device, youll have a worry-free way to ensure that you get connected again soon. Coverage includes: Loss, theft, routine maintenance, physical or liquid damage, mechanical or electrical problems, failure from normal wear and tear. For more information: See the Total Equipment Protection brochure available at any participating retail location or go to sprint.com/tep for more details. To enroll within 30 days of activation, call 1-800-584-3666.

Total Equipment Protection is a service provided by Asurion Protection Services, LLC, Continental Casualty Companys (a CNA company) licensed agent for the customers of Sprint.

Resources

Sprint 411 Dial 411 for nationwide listings, movie show times, restaurant reservations, driving directions and more. Spanish-speaking operators are available. See sprint.com for pricing and more details. For Your Device
This Get Started Guide to get you up and running. Basics Guide Get the most from the services and features available on your new LG Optimus S. Web Visit sprint.com/support to access the User Guide, how-to videos, tutorials, and helpful support information.

For the Environment

Recycle your old phone safely and conveniently using the addressed recycling envelope packaged with your new device. Visit sprint.com/recycle for more details.