Using your device in gsm mode – HTC Pro2 User Manual

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Section 3E. Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service

4.

Press the

Power

button to turn the device on.

Your device will turn on, search for Sprint service, and then enter standby mode.

If your device is not yet activated, see “Activating Your Device” on page 3 for more information.

By default, your device is set to Global mode. If there is no SIM card on your device, your device will
display a message to inform you that it will switch to CDMA mode.

Using Your Device in GSM Mode

Entering GSM Mode

By default, your device operates in Global mode. With a SIM card installed, Global mode allows your device
to seamlessly switch from a CDMA network to a GSM network when you are traveling in another country and
there is no CDMA service available in your location.

If necessary, you can also manually change the network mode setting of your device to GSM-only mode.

To change the network mode to GSM:

1.

Tap

Start > Settings > Menu > Phone Network Mode

.

2.

From the

Mode of operation

list, select

GSM only

.

3.

Tap

ok

.

Making and Answering Calls in GSM Mode

When traveling on international GSM networks while in GSM mode, you can place and answer calls the
same as in CDMA mode. See “Using Phone Features” on page 57. Certain features and services are not
available in all countries.

Visit

www.sprint.com/sww

for more information on services that are available while roaming.

Calling Emergency Numbers in GSM Mode

When traveling on international GSM networks while in GSM mode, you can place calls to emergency
services (even if your account is restricted or Call Barring is active.)

To place calls to emergency services:

1.

Press the

Talk

key to open the Phone screen.

2.

Tap

.

Note

Your device’s battery should have enough charge to turn on, find a signal, set up your voicemail, and make a call.
You should fully charge your battery as soon as possible. See “Charging the Battery” on page 13
for details.

Note

Sprint offers service on CDMA and GSM networks around the world; contact Sprint Worldwide Customer Service
before your trip to confirm that your service allows for international dialing. In countries where CDMA service is not
available you will need access to a GSM network.

Note

While in the United States, your device will operate only in CDMA mode; domestic GSM networks will not be
accessible via this device.

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