Need help getting Sprint 700vx to VZW settings for use with PagePlus

[prepaidcelluser]

Hi,

I have a 700wx that is a Sprint-branded handset. We're trying to get it set up with Verizon settings so it can be used on PagePlus. There is no Sprint service in our area.

I went through Rich Hathaway's tutorial found [Only registered and activated users can see links. ].

It's at the point where I can turn it on and get a Verizon splash screen. Then as the phone becomes fully booted, the word "Sprint" still appears right underneath the "Start" button. I don't have much in the way of reception bars, and I assume this is because it prefers Sprint towers and there aren't any around - just VZW.

I have pulled up the onscreen dialing pad and dialed both *611 and ##000000#. It rings several times and then I get a message saying "Your account could not be validated. Please contact customer service."

Is there a tutorial somewhere to walk me through the 'next steps'?

Thanks for any assistance!