Sprint Nextel 597E manual Determining the Type of Coverage, Sprint Location Services

Determining the Type of Coverage

The ToolTip over the signal strength indicator () indicates the type of coverage you have (for example, 1X [synonym of 1xRTT] or 1xEV-DO):

Tip:

The type of coverage is also displayed in the lower left part of the “Device Info & Diagnostics” window under “Network Service” (page 90).

Sprint Location Services

Sprint Location Services (Location & Search Services) allow you to query the network for information on points of interest that are near your current location. The network automatically determines your current location. All you have to do is specify the type of business that you are looking for (for example, a restaurant or hotel).

For limitations related to Sprint Location Services, see “Location-Based Services limitations” on page 97.

To use Sprint Location Services:

1.Ensure that, in the settings for Sprint Location Services (page 83), you have selected Enable Location Services and, if you will be using GPS applications, Display GPS Receiver, and you have accepted the Privacy Consent Agreement(s).

2.In Sprint Connection Manager, click Menu > Location & Search Services.

Note:

If the menus and windows (page 55 and page 83) related to Sprint Location Services are unavailable in Sprint Connection Manager, see “Sprint Location Services Aren’t Working or Don’t Seem to Be Available” on page 105.

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