Sprint HTC Hero, Basic Manual

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Dev
ice
Basics
1A. Device Basics 11
Ending a Call
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Press .
– or –
Tap
End call
.
Missed Call Notification
When you do not answer an incoming call, you will see
the missed call icon
in the status bar when you
miss a call.
To check who the caller was, press and hold the status
bar, and then slide your finger downward on the screen
to open the Notifications panel. The missed call
number or contact name is displayed.
Press
>
, and then tap
Call history
. Missed calls
are indicated by the missed call icon ( ).
Calling Emergency Numbers
You can place calls to 911 (dial
), even if your device is locked or your
account is restricted.
To call the 911 emergency number:
1. Tap
Emergency call
on the screen.
2. Tap , and then
tap .
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. 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.