Calling emergency numbers, Enhanced 911 (e911) information – Samsung SPH-M580ZKASPR User Manual

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2B. Making and Answering Calls

Calling Emergency Numbers

You can place calls to 911 (from the Keypad, enter

), even if your device is

locked or your account is restricted.

During an emergency call, select an option.

Speaker On

to activate speakerphone mode. (If you

are in speakerphone mode, the option is displayed
as

Speaker Off

to deactivate.)

Dialpad/Hide dialpad

to show or hide the onscreen

dialpad.

End call

to end the current call.

To exit Emergency mode:

Touch and drag

to the left to end a 911 call.

Enhanced 911 (E911) Information

This device 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 device seeks information to calculate
your approximate location.

Note:

When you place an emergency call, your device
automatically enters Emergency mode.

Note:

When you end the 911 call, you are returned to the
Emergency Call Back mode.

Within the Emergency Call Back mode, press the

Home

key to use another menu.

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W X Y Z

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Note:

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.

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 device.

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