26 Section 2A. Phone BasicsCalling Emergency NumbersYou can place calls to 911 (dial), even if your phone is locked or your account isrestricted.To exit Emergency mode:1. Press to end a 911 call.To deactivate the Emergency call in standby mode: Press until Emergency mode is exited.Enhanced 911 (E911) InformationThis phone features an embedded Global PositioningSystem (GPS) chip necessary for utilizing E911emergency location services where available.When you place an emergency 911 call, the GPSfeature of your phone seeks information to calculateyour approximate location. Depending on severalvariables, including availability and access to satellitesignals, it may take up to 30 seconds or more todetermine and report your approximate location.Note When you place an emergency call, your phoneautomatically enters Emergency mode.Note When you are in Emergency mode, you can exit bypressing then pressing .Important Always report your location to the 911operator when placing an emergency call.Some designated emergency call takers,known as Public Safety Answering Points(PSAPs) may not be equipped to receive GPSlocation information from your phone.Sprint M540.book Page 26 Wednesday, August 27, 2008 10:00 PM
