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    ENGLISH LG 1500 User Guide[...]

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    4 Unpacking ........................................................ 9 For Your Safety .............................................. 10 Your Phone ..................................................... 14 Phone Components ........................................................... 14 Your Phone’s Features .........................................[...]

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    5 Adding Calls to the Conference Call .............................. 30 Private Call in a Conference Call .................................... 30 Ending a Conference Call ................................................ 30 Menu Tree ...................................................... 31 Sounds ....................................................[...]

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    6 Auto Display ....................................................................... 42 Langues .............................................................................. 43 Templates ............................................................................43 Text ............................................................................[...]

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    7 Dialed Calls ....................................................................... 50 Received Calls .................................................................. 50 Delete Recent Calls .......................................................... 50 Call Duration ...................................................................... 51 Last [...]

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    8 Send My Number .............................................................. 61 Call Waiting ........................................................................ 61 Minute Minder ................................................................... 61 Auto Redial ......................................................................... 61 Send[...]

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    9 Unpacking Check to make sure that you have all the parts shown below. Handset Standard Battery User Guide Travel Charger Some of contents in this manual may differ from your phone depending on the software of the phone or your service provider. LG 1500 User Guide[...]

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    10 For Y our Safety Important Information This user guide contains important information on the use and operation of this phone. Please read all the information carefully for optimal performance and to prevent any damage to or misuse of the phone. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this user guide could void your warranty for th[...]

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    11 For Your Safety animal’s teeth, nails, come into contact with the battery. There is a risk of this causing a fire. ] Store the battery in a place out of reach of children. ] Be careful that children do not swallow any parts such as rubber plugs (earphone, connection parts of the phone, etc.). This could cause asphyxiation or suffocation. ] Unp[...]

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    12 For Your Safety products provided by other suppliers. ] Only authorized personnel should service the phone and its accessories. Faulty installation or service may result in accidents and consequently invalidate the warranty. ] Do not hold or let the antenna come in contact with your body during a call. ] An emergency call can be made only within[...]

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    13 For Your Safety operations may not comply with FCC RF exposure limits and should be avoided. Vehicle Mounted External Antenna (optional, if available) A minimum separation distance of 8 inches (20 cm) must be maintained between the user/bystander and the vehicle mounted external antenna to satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements. For more informati[...]

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    14 Y our Phone Phone Components 01: 07 PM Jan 20 Menu Internet 1. Earpiece 7. Active flip 8. Display screen 9. Navigation key 2. Left soft key 3. Side keys 4. Send key 10. Confirmation key 11. Right soft key 12. Message key 14. Clear key 13. End / Power key 6. Microphone 5. Alphanumeric keys[...]

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    15 Your Phone Your Phone’s Features 1. Earpiece 2,11. Left soft key/Right soft key: Each of these keys perform the functions indicated by the text on the display immediately above them. 3. Side keys: These keys are used to control the volume of ringtone in standby mode and speaker volume during a call. 4. Send key: You can dial a phone number and[...]

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    Display Information Icon area Text and graphic area Soft key indicators Area Description Top line Displays various icons. See page 17 Middle lines Display messages, instructions and any information that you enter, such as number to be dialed. Bottom Line Shows the functions currently assigned to the two soft keys. 16 Your Phone Backlight A backligh[...]

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    17 Your Phone On-Screen Icons The table below describes various display indicators or icons that appear on the phone’s display screen. Icon Description Indicates the strength of the network signal. Indicates a call is in progress. Indicates that you are roaming off the network. Indicates that GPRS service is available. Indicates the alarm has bee[...]

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    18 Getting Started Installing the SIM Card When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, any optional services available and many others. n Important! The plug-in SIM card and its contacts can be easily damaged by scratches or bending, so be careful when h[...]

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    19 Getting Started 5. Press the battery until it clicks into place. Make sure that the battery is properly installed before switching the phone on. Charging the Battery Use of unauthorized accessories could damage your phone and invalidate your warranty. To use the travel charger provided with your phone: 1. With the battery in position on the phon[...]

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    20 Getting Started If the battery fails to charge completely: ] After turning the phone on and off, please attempt to recharge the battery. ] After detaching and reattaching the battery, please attempt to recharge the battery. Turning Your Phone On and Off 1. Open the flip. 2. Hold down the key until the phone switches on. 3. If the phone asks for [...]

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    21 Getting Started n Note The display language is preset to English at the factory. To change the language, use the Languages menu option (Menu 9.1.4). 4. When you wish to switch the phone off, hold down the key until the power-off image displays. Access Codes You can use the access codes described in this section to avoid unauthorized use of your [...]

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    22 General Functions Making a Call 1. Make sure your phone is powered on. 2. Enter a phone number including the area code. To edit a number on the display screen, press the right/left navigation keys to move the cursor to desired position or simply press the key to erase one digit at a time. ] Press and hold the key to erase the entire number. 3. P[...]

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    23 General Functions 1. Open the flip and press the key or the left soft key t o answer an incoming call. If the Any Key menu option (Menu 9.3.2) has been set, any key press will answer a call except for the key or the right soft key. n Notice ] To reject an incoming call, press and hold the side keys on the left side of the phone without opening t[...]

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    24 General Functions T9 Mode This mode allows you to enter words with only one keystroke per letter. Each key on the keypad has more than one letter. The T9 mode automatically compares your keystrokes with an internal linguistic dictionary to determine the correct word, thus requiring far fewer keystrokes than the traditional ABC mode. ABC Mode Thi[...]

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    25 General Functions ] If the desired word is missing from the word choices list, add it by using the ABC mode. 2. Enter the whole word before editing or deleting any keystrokes. 3. Complete each word with a space by pressing the key. To delete letters, press . Press and hold down to erase entire words. n Notice To exit the text input mode without [...]

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    Using the 123 (Numbers) Mode The 123 Mode enables you to enter numbers in a text message (a telephone number, for example). Press the keys corresponding to the required digits before manually switching back to the appropriate text entry mode. Using the Symbol Mode The Symbol Mode enables you to enter various symbols or special characters. To enter [...]

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    Selecting Functions and Options Your phone offers a set of functions that allow you to customize the phone. These functions are arranged in menus and sub-menus, accessed via the two soft keys marked and . Each menu and sub-menu allows you to view and alter the settings of a particular function. The roles of the soft keys vary according to the curre[...]

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    Address Book You can store phone numbers and their corresponding names in the memory of your SIM card. In addition, you can store up to 255 numbers and names in the phone memory. The SIM card and phone memory, although physically separate, are utilized like a single entity known as the Contact List (See page 56 for details). 28[...]

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    29 In-Call Menu Your phone provides a number of control functions that you can use during a call. To access these functions during a call, press the left soft key [ Options ]. 1. Contact List 5. Send DTMF 2. Hold Call 6. Mute 3. End Call 7. Write Memo 4. Text Message During a Call The menu displayed on the handset screen during a call is different [...]

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    selecting by pressing the right soft key [ Unmute ] or choosing Unmute in the [ Options ]. Multiparty or Conference Calls The multiparty or conference service provides you with the ability to have a simultaneous conversation with more than one caller, if your network service provider supports this feature. A multiparty call can only be set up when [...]

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    31 Menu T ree 1. Sounds (see page 35) 1.1 Download Ring Tunes 1.2 Ringtones 1.3 Volume 1.4 Ring Alert Type 1.5 Message Alert Tones 1.6 Key Tones 2. Messaging (see page 36) 2.1 Text Messages 2.1.1 Write Message 2.1.2 Inbox 2.1.3 Sent 2.1.4 Drafts 2.1.5 Settings 2.1.6 Delete All 2.2 Multimedia Messages 2.2.1 Write Message 2.2.2 Inbox 2.2.3 Outbox 2.2[...]

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    3. Internet (see page 45) 3.1 GoRogers 3.2 Access Point 3.3 Cache Settings 3.3.1 Clear Cache 3.3.2 Cache Check 3.4 Security Certificates 3.5 WAP Information 4. Games & Apps (see page 47) 4.1 Download Games 4.2 Games & Apps 4.3 Access Point 4.4 Information 4.4.1 Memory Status 4.4.2 Java Version 5. Media Services (see page 48) 5.1 Games &[...]

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    33 Menu Tree 7. Tools (see page 52) 7.1 Alarm Clock 7.2 Calendar 7.3 Calculator 7.4 Memo 7.5 World Time 7.6 Unit Converter 8. Address Book (see page 56) 8.1 Contact List 8.2 New Contact 8.3 Speed Dials 8.4 Caller Groups 8.5 Copy All 8.6 Delete All 8.7 Set Memory 8.8 Information 8.8.1 Check Memory 8.8.2 Own Number 9. Settings (see page 59) 9.1 Displ[...]

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    Menu Tree 9.4 America(850/1900) 9.5 Europe(1800) 9.6 Security 9.6.1 PIN Code Request 9.6.2 Call Barring Service 9.6.3 Fixed Dial Number 9.6.4 Change Codes 9.7 Connection 9.7.1 Network Selection 9.7.2 GPRS Attach 9.7.3 Access Point 9.7.4 Reset Access Point 9.8 Reset Setting 34[...]

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    You can use the Sound Settings feature to customize various settings, such as the: ] Ring melody, volume and type ] Sounds made when you press a key, make an error or receive a message Download Ring Tunes Menu 1.1 Download the ringtone from the selected URL address. Ringtones Menu 1.2 This option allows you to select the required ring melody. You c[...]

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    Text Messages Menu 2.1 Your phone can receive voice mail notification messages and Short Message Service (SMS) messages. Voice mail and SMS are network services. Please contact your service provider for more information. When the icon appears, you have received a new voice mail. When the icon appears, you have received a new text message. If the me[...]

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    37 ] Sound: You can insert sounds that are available for short messages. ] Text Templates: Use the text templates already set in the phone. ] Phone Number: Attaches a phone number. ] Business Card: Attaches your name card. Inbox (Menu 2.1.2) Received text messages, page messages and email lists may be searched and the contents may be viewed. Receiv[...]

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    38 Messaging ] Delivery Reports: Allows you to activate or deactivate the report function. When this function is activated, the network informs you whether or not your message has been delivered. ] Reply With Same Service: Allows the recipient of your SMS message to send you a reply via your message center, if the service is provided by the network[...]

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    39 Messaging ] Slide Duration: Allows you to set a timer for the slide and text. ] Slide Format: Allows you to make the message contents aligned right, left, top and bottom. ] Add Slide: Allows you to add a slide before or after the current slide. ] Add Sound : Allows you to add a sound before or after the current sound. ] Delete Image: Deletes the[...]

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    40 Messaging Outbox (Menu 2.2.3) Allows you to view status of messages that are in the process of being sent. Sent (Menu 2.2.4) Allows you to see sent messages here. For sent message, you can see the delivery status. Drafts (Menu 2.2.5) Using this menu, you can preset up to five multimedia messages that you use most frequently. This menu shows the [...]

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    41 Messaging • Off: Defers downloading messages. ] Message Center URL: Enter the address of an MMS server to use the MMS service. ] Access Point: For further details, see page 46. n Note During MMS receive mode, there will be a red arrow icon in the upper right corner of the stand- by screen. WAP and MMS menus will not be accessible. Voice Mail M[...]

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    42 Messaging them to another folder. Push messages expire and they are deleted automatically. ] Information: Shows the information of received push messages. ] Load: Allows you to connect to a specific site using the information in the received push message. ] Delete: Deletes the selected push message. Receive (Menu 2.4.2) You can set the option wh[...]

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    43 Messaging Languages (Menu 2.5.6) This option allows you to select the language preferred. The cell broadcast message will be displayed in the language selected. If you use all languages supported by phone, select ‘ Automatic ’ at the bottom of the list. Templates Menu 2.6 There are 6 predefined messages in the list. You can view and edit the[...]

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    44 Messaging Check Memory Menu 2.7 You can check the current memory status for Text and Multimedia messages. Text (Menu 2.7.1) You can check the current memory status for Messaging and Delivery Reports. Multimedia (Menu 2.7.2) You can check the current memory status for Total, Used and Free.[...]

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    45 Internet You can access various WAP(Wireless Application Protocol) services such as banking, news, weather reports and flight information. These services are specially designed for mobile phones and they are maintained by the WAP service providers. Check the availability of WAP services, pricing and tariffs with your network operator and/or the [...]

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    46 GoRogers Menu 3.1 Connect to a homepage. The homepage may be the site which is defined in the activated profile. It will be defined by the Service Provider if you have not defined it in the activated profile. Access Point Menu 3.2 A profile is the network information used to connect to the Internet. The options are: • Activate: Set a current p[...]

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    47 Games & Apps Java is a technology developed by Sun Microsystems. Similar to the way you would download the Java Applet using the standard Netscape or MS Internet Explorer browsers, Java MIDIet can be downloaded using the WAP enabled phone. Depending on the service provider, all Java based programs such as Java games can be downloaded and run[...]

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    48 Games & Apps Menu 5.1 Download Games (Menu 5.1.1) For futher details, see page 47. Games & Apps (Menu 5.1.2) For futher details, see page 47. Ringtones/Audio Menu 5.2 Download Ring Tunes (Menu 5.2.1) For further details, see page 35. My Sounds (Menu 5.2.2) The left soft key [Options] will bring up the following option. ] Send Via Text Me[...]

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    49 Media Services ] Delete All: All Pictures can be deleted. n Note Pictures supplied as default can only be used under the Set As Wallpaper mode. Multimedia Contents (Menu 5.3.3) You can view, delete, or control downloaded contents. You can get animation from WAP sites, MMS or SMS. While you’re checking each content, you can send it via SMS or M[...]

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    50 You can check the record of missed, received and dialed calls only if the network supports the Calling Line Identification (CLI) within the service area. The number and name (if available) are displayed together with the date and time at which the call was made. You can also view call times. Missed Calls Menu 6.1 This option lets you view the la[...]

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    51 Recent Calls Call Duration Menu 6.5 Allows you to view the duration of your incoming and outgoing calls. You can also reset the call time. The following timers are available: Last Call (Menu 6.5.1) Length of the last call. Received Calls (Menu 6.5.2) Length of the incoming calls. Dialed Calls (Menu 6.5.3) Length of the outgoing calls. All Calls [...]

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    Alarm Clock Menu 7.1 Set the alarm to ring at a specific time. In the Alarm Clock menu, the following options are available: On: Set the time(hour and minute) for activating the alarm. 1. Select [ On ] by pressing the right/left navigation keys. 2. If you want to set the time for activating the alarm, press the down navigation key. 3. Enter the req[...]

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    53 n Note Schedule editing options are available only after an initial appointment has been entered into your calendar. If an entry has been made, then a calendar icon appears on the idle display on the date of the appointment, and, when viewing the calendar, a date with appointments is highlighted or shaded differently from dates with no appointme[...]

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    54 Tools n Note To include a decimal point, press the key. 3. To calculate the result, press the left soft key [ Result ] or key. Memo Menu 7.4 To write, edit and delete a memo, proceed as follows. 1. Press the left soft key [ Add ]. 2. Input the memo and press the left soft ke y [ Options ]. The following options are available. ] Save: Allows you [...]

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    Tools n Note The time zone setting of each city in World Time menu may be affected by network condition. Unit Converter Menu 7.6 This converts any measurement into a unit you want. There are four types that can be converted into units: Length, Surface, Weight and Volume. 1. You can select one of four unit types by pressing the left soft key [ Unit [...]

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    56 Address Book Contact List Menu 8.1 1. Press the left soft key [Menu]. 2. Press , . n Note You can also scroll through the Address Book from the beginning, in idle mode with the flip cover open, by pressing the down navigation key directly. 3. If you want to edit, delete or copy an entry, select [ Options ]. • View Detail: To view in detail the[...]

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    Speed Dials Menu 8.3 You can assign the following keys, to with a name list entry. You can call directly by pressing an assigned key for 2-3 seconds. 1. If you want to add a number to speed dial, select an empty slot < Empty >. Then, you can search the name from the Address Book. 2. Select the name from the speed dial. You can change and dele[...]

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    58 Address Book Copy All Menu 8.5 You can copy or move entries from the SIM card memory to the phone memory and vice versa. SIM To Phone (Menu 8.5.1) You can copy all the entries from the SIM card to phone memory. Phone To SIM (Menu 8.5.2) You can copy all the entries from the phone memory to the SIM card. The following options are available: ] Kee[...]

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    59 Display Menu 9.1 You can change the background image and the display style for menu mode according to your preference. My Wallpaper (Menu 9.1.1) This option allows you to change the background image (wallpaper) to be displayed in idle mode. To change the background image, proceed as follows. 1. Scroll through the list by pressing the left or rig[...]

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    60 Date & Time Menu 9.2 Set Date (Menu 9.2.1) Allows you to enter the day, month and year. You can change the date format via the Date Format menu option. Date Format (Menu 9.2.2) YYYY/MM/DD(year/month/day) DD/MM/YYYY(day/month/year) MM/DD/YYYY(month/day/year) Set Time (Menu 9.2.3) Allows you to enter the current time. You can choose the time f[...]

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    Answer Mode (Menu 9.3.2) Allows you to determine when to answer the phone. ] Flip Open: This option allows you to answer a call simply by opening the flip. ] Any Key: You can answer an incoming call by pressing any key, except the key. ] Send Key Only: You can answer an incoming call by only pressing the key. Send My Number (Menu 9.3.3) This networ[...]

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    62 Settings Europe (1800) Menu 9.5 The Europe (1800) menu allows the device to be used in European countries. Security Menu 9.6 Various codes and passwords are used to protect the features of your phone. They are described in the following sections. PIN Code Request (Menu 9.6.1) When the PIN code request feature is enabled, you must enter your PIN [...]

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    63 Settings Fixed Dial Number (Menu 9.6.3) Allows you to restrict your outgoing calls to selected phone numbers, if this function is supported by your SIM card. The PIN2 code is required. The following options are available: ] Enable: You can only call phone numbers stored in the Address Book. You must enter your PIN2. ] Disable: You can call any n[...]

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    64 Settings agreement with your home network, that is, the operator whose SIM card is in your phone. The phone lets you select another network if the phone fails to access the selected network. If you switch off the phone, the phone will be reset to Automatic. ] Preferred: You can set a list of preferred networks the handset should attempt to regis[...]

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    65 Settings n Note The password is preset to 0000 . Please check to see if any problems you have encountered with the phone are described in this section before taking the phone in for a service or calling your service provider.[...]

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    66 Q How do I view the list of outgoing calls, incoming calls and missed calls? A Press the key. Q How do I clear all call history? A Press the left soft key [Menu] and then the keys. Q Why is the connection inconsistent or not audible in certain areas? A When frequency environment is unstable in a certain area, connection may be inconsistent and n[...]

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    67 Q Why does the battery run out so quickly during normal use? A It is due to the user environment or a large number of calls or weak signal. Q Why is no number dialed when you recall a Address Book entry? A Check that the number has been stored correctly by using the address book Search feature. Re-store them, if necessary. Q Why can’t my corre[...]

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    Travel Adapter This adapter allows you to charge the battery. It supports standard U.S. 120 Volt 60Hz outlets. It takes 3 hours to charge a completely discharged battery. Battery (760 mAh) Standard battery is available. Vehicle Power Adapter You can operate the phone and trickle charge the phone battery from your vehicle by using the vehicle power [...]

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    69 TIA Safety Information Provided herein is the complete TIA Safety Information for Wireless Handheld phones. Inclusion of the text covering Pacemakers, Hearing Aids and Other Medical Devices is required in the owner’s manual for CTIA Certification. Use of the remaining TIA language is encouraged when appropriate. Exposure to Radio Frequency Sig[...]

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    Driving Check the laws and regulations on the use of wireless phones in the areas where you drive. Always obey them. Also, if using your phone while driving, please: ] Give full attention to driving — driving safely is your first responsibility; ] Use hands-free operation, if available; ] Pull off the road and park before making or answering a ca[...]

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    Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy. Health Care Facilities Turn your phone OFF in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may use equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy. Vehicles[...]

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    72 Safety Guidelines equipment, in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area. If in-vehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag inflates, serious injury could result. Safety Information Please read and observe the following information for safe and proper use of your phone and to prevent damage. Also, keep t[...]

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    73 Safety Guidelines Explosion, Shock, and Fire Hazards ] Do not put your phone in a place subject to excessive dust and keep the minimum required distance between the power cord and heat sources. ] Unplug the power cord prior to cleaning your phone, and clean the power plug pin when it is dirty. ] When using the power plug, ensure that it is firml[...]

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    74 Safety Guidelines happens, turn it off immediately and remove the battery. If the phone does not work, take it to an LG Authorized Service Center. ] The power cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause (cancer) birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. ] Do not pa[...]

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    75 Safety Guidelines those studies, or in determining the reasons for inconsistent results. 2. What is the FDA’s role concerning the safety of wireless phones? Under the law, the FDA does not review the safety of radiation-emitting consumer products such as wireless phones before they can be sold, as it does with new drugs or medical devices. How[...]

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    76 Safety Guidelines guidelines that limit RF exposure. The FCC relies on the FDA and other health agencies for safety questions about wireless phones. The FCC also regulates the base stations that the wireless phone networks rely upon. While these base stations operate at higher power than do the wireless phones themselves, the RF exposures that p[...]

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    77 Safety Guidelines increased tumor development used animals that had been genetically engineered or treated with cancer- causing chemicals so as to be pre-disposed to develop cancer in the absence of RF exposure. Other studies exposed the animals to RF for up to 22 hours per day. These conditions are not similar to the conditions under which peop[...]

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    78 Safety Guidelines 6. What is the FDA doing to find out more about the possible health effects of wireless phone RF? The FDA is working with the U.S. National Toxicology Program and with groups of investigators around the world to ensure that high priority animal studies are conducted to address important questions about the effects of exposure t[...]

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    79 Safety Guidelines and is set well below levels known to have effects. Manufacturers of wireless phones must report the RF exposure level for each model of phone to the FCC. The FCC website (http://www.fcc.gov/oet/ rfsafety) gives directions for locating the FCC identification number on your phone so you can find your phone’s RF exposure level [...]

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    80 Safety Guidelines If you must conduct extended conversations by wireless phone every day, you could place more distance between your body and the source of the RF, since the exposure level drops off dramatically with distance. For example, you could use a headset and carry the wireless phone away from your body or use a wireless phone connected [...]

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    81 and many other groups, was completed in late 2000. This standard will allow manufacturers to ensure that cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators are safe from wireless phone EMI. The FDA has tested hearing aids for interference from handheld wireless phones and helped develop a voluntary standard sponsored by the Institute of Electrical and Electr[...]

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    guidelines and establish permitted levels of RF energy for the general population. The guidelines are based on standards that were developed by independent scientific organizations through periodic and thorough evaluation of scientific studies. The standards include a substantial safety margin designed to assure the safety of all persons, regardles[...]

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    83 * In the United States and Canada, the SAR limit for mobile phones used by the public is 1.6 watts/kg (W/kg) averaged over one gram of tissue. The standard incorporates a substantial margin of safety to give additional protection for the public and to account for any variations in measurements. Safety Guidelines[...]

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    To help you understand the main technical terms and abbreviations used in this booklet and take full advantage of the feature on your mobile phone, here are a few definitions. Call Barring Ability to restrict outgoing and incoming calls. Call Forwarding Ability to reroute calls to another number. Call Waiting Ability to inform users that they have [...]

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    Phone Password Security code used to unlock the phone when you have selected the option to lock it automatically each time it switches on. Roaming Use of your phone when you are outside your home area (when traveling for example). SIM (Subscriber Identification Module) Card containing a chip with all the information required to operate the phone (n[...]